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Campbell
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Student & Parent Handbook
2015-2016
Campbell Elementary School
2200 Dodge Street
Lincoln, Nebraska 68521
Telephone 402-436-1129
Fax 402-458-3229
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Dates subject to change
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Campbell Elementary School
Student/Family School Compact – 2015-2016
Our mission at Campbell Elementary School is TO ACHIEVE SUCCESS THROUGH PERSONAL BEST!
AS A CAMPBELL FAMILY, we understand we play an important role in our student’s success in school. We
agree to…..
• Help our child get to school on time, with completed homework and ready to learn daily.
• Support our child by attending conferences, communicating with the school, volunteering, and providing
current contact information.
• Spend time daily reading and talking with our child about school.
• Make sure our child gets plenty of sleep and instill healthy habits.
• Teach our child to be kind and respectful to everyone.
Family Signature(s) ____________________________________________________ Date _______________
AS A CAMPBELL STUDENT, I agree to do the following toward reaching our mission:
• Be safe, respectful and responsible for my own behavior.
• Be at school on time and ready to learn.
• Take charge of my learning by paying attention, asking questions, working hard, following directions and completing my class work and homework.
• Discuss with my parents what I am learning at school.
• Use kind words and actions towards everyone.
Student Signature _______________________________________________________ Date _______________
AS CAMPBELL STAFF, we agree to do the following toward achieving our mission:
• Hold high expectations, believing all children can learn and achieve.
• Provide a positive, safe and meaningful learning environment.
• Collaborate and communicate between staff, students and families.
• Provide quality instruction to all students, while accommodating different styles and individual learners.
• Treat everyone with kindness and respect.
Teacher Signature _______________________________________________________ Date _______________
Principal Signature ______________________________________________________ Date _______________
Please contact a cultural liaison if you are having trouble understanding this communication.
The contact information is listed below.
Thank you!
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Anne Campbell
The name “Anne Campbell” is synonymous with service to others, particularly to hundreds of
professional educators and Nebraska school children. Whether as County Superintendent in Madison
County, Director of Public Affairs for UNL, or as Nebraska Commissioner of Education, Dr. Campbell
was known for her dedication, integrity, reliability and caring. Anne’s exemplary contributions spanning
five decades was recognized by Lincoln Public Schools in naming this building, Anne Campbell
Elementary, after her in 1995.
Anne’s own education was of great importance to her. She received a Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctorate
Degree and held honorary degrees from four colleges and universities. She and her husband “Soup”
raised three daughters, all of whom studied to be teachers. They later enjoyed two grandsons and two
great-granddaughters.
Even after Anne’s retirement in 1982, she continued to serve on committees and boards that encouraged
and supported efforts to increase the quality of education in the public schools. She served as Vice President of the National
PTA and participated in LPS Ventures in Partnership and Lincoln 2000.
Anne was a vibrant part of this building’s beginning. Until her death
in 1997 she had made regular visits to the school, attended children’s
programs and made personal contacts with students and staff. Anne
had said, “To have a building named for me with the FUTURE inside,
is an exhilarating and humbling feeling, difficult to describe.”
We’re proud at Anne Campbell School to carry the name of such a fine
individual and role model.
Campbell Elementary School
2200 Dodge Street • Lincoln, NE 68521 • (402) 436-1129
Dear Parents,
Welcome to Anne Campbell Elementary School! Our school mission is “Achieve Success Through Personal Best”.
The Campbell staff is dedicated to providing a sound education for your child. We believe creating a positive
partnership with parents and guardians is a critical piece for success, and look forward to partnering with you
throughout this school year.
This handbook has been prepared for all students and parents/guardians hoping that it will be helpful in
answering questions you might have about the policies and practices of our school. Please carefully review the
contents with your child. The “Important Information” booklet provided by Lincoln Public Schools also gives
critical parent/student information. Note that dates for school events are subject to change. If you have questions or
concerns regarding these publications, please do not hesitate to call the school office at 402-436-1129.
On behalf of the entire staff, we look forward to working together to make this a productive and successful year of
learning and growing.
Sincerely,
Julie Lawler
Principal
Intent of Student Handbook
This handbook is intended to be used by students, parents, and staff as a guide to the rules, regulations, and general information about
Campbell Elementary School. Each student is responsible for becoming familiar with the handbook and knowing the information
contained within it. Parents are encouraged to use this handbook as a resource and to assist their child in following the procedures
and rules contained in this handbook.
Although information found in this handbook contains detailed and specific information on a variety of topics, the handbook is not
intended to be all encompassing so as to cover every situation and circumstance that may arise during any school day, or school year.
This handbook does not create a “contract.” The administration reserves the right to make decisions and rule revisions at any time to
implement the educational program and to assure the well being of all students. The administration will be responsible for interpreting
the rules contained in the handbook. Should the situation or circumstance arise that is not specifically covered in this handbook, the
administration will make a decision based upon all applicable school district policies, and state and federal statutes and regulations.
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MISSION AND GOALS
Lincoln Public Schools Mission
The Lincoln Board of Education has defined the mission of the schools to be the development of
responsible adults who are productive citizens of a pluralistic community, nation, and world; who are
prepared to learn throughout their lives; and who are appreciative of the arts, history, and culture.
It is the intention of the Lincoln Public Schools that all students will achieve the following:
1. Demonstrate competency and fluency in the essential skills of reading, writing, speaking,
listening, and mathematics.
2. Think critically and creatively, using higher order thinking skills to make decisions, solve
problems, and create new perspectives and possibilities.
3. Understand the important ideas from the arts, humanities, sciences, and mathematics, and
understand the relationship among them.
4. Demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and attitude essential for living in a democracy and becoming
a contributing member of society.
5. Understand and celebrate the diversity and interdependence of our
pluralistic, multicultural community, nation, and world.
6. Respect and care for themselves and others.
7. Respect and care for the natural environment.
8. Work with others productively and cooperatively.
9. Become a lifelong learner.
10. Develop skills to enter the work force
Campbell Elementary School Mission: Achieve Success Through
Personal Best!
The Campbell School staff is committed to providing an environment that will
foster all children’s academic, physical, social and emotional growth as they
progress towards the goal of becoming lifelong learners and responsible,
productive citizens.
We believe students will reach their maximum potential when:
1. they are encouraged to do their personal best;
2. an appropriate, rigorous curriculum is provided;
3. parents community, staff and students work as a partnership;
4. all students feel valued and respected and, in turn, value and respect others;
5. all students feel a sense of belonging, comfort and safety at school.
At Campbell School we celebrate our diversity and value our unique abilities. Our
mission is to provide the environment that will support our beliefs to ensure
success for each child.
School Improvement Goal
The goal for continuous school improvement at Campbell Elementary School is to
increase student achievement in reading, writing and math.
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SCHOOL DAY
Arrival and Dismissal Times
Grades K-5............................................................................... 9:00 a.m. – 3:38 p.m.
Preschool.................................................................................. 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
..........................................................................................................12:30 – 4:00 p.m.
Arrival Time in the Morning
Students may enter the building at 8:55 a.m. The students should be in their classrooms
when the bell rings at 9:00 a.m. We would appreciate your cooperation on this arrival
time. There is no supervision for students before 8:50 as teachers are preparing for the
school day. We encourage students to arrive no earlier than 8:50 a.m.
Students should enter the building at the door designated by their teachers. Once the
school day begins, doors will be locked. A security paraeducator registers visitors and
monitors the main entrance.
Open/Closed Campus
Elementary students are not allowed to leave school during the school day without
permission from the principal or unless accompanied by a parent. Students are allowed
to go home for lunch if there is a parent or another adult home during lunch time or
parents grant permission.
Dismissal and Pick Up of Students
Students should go directly home or to a school sanctioned activity after dismissal.
Students should not play on school grounds after school unless supervised by a parent.
Parents must inform the office of special instructions if a student is not to walk home
unescorted. Parents should call the office before 3:20 p.m. if there is a change in pick up
routine for the child. The office will notify the child’s teacher. Students who are not
picked up by 3:50 p.m. should go to the office to call parents and/or wait for
parents. Kindergarten parents should park in the parking lot and pick up
students in the front playground. Staff will walk Kindergarten students to
day-care buses or vans. If older siblings are picking up
Kindergartners, parents should inform the teachers of this plan or
any deviation in routine. Each parent is asked to complete a form
indicating each child’s before and after school plan.
Student Attendance and Tardies
Every person residing in a school district within the State of Nebraska
who has legal or actual charge or control of any child who is not less
than seven and not more than sixteen years of age, or who is younger
than seven years of age and is enrolled in any public school, shall cause
such child to attend school regularly. The Lincoln Public Schools have
established procedures (Regulation 5140.1, 5140.2, 5140.3) that will assist
parents to meet this responsibility by encouraging regular and punctual
student attendance.
Uninterrupted attendance in regularly scheduled classes allows students to
obtain maximum benefit from the district’s instruction program. Cooperative
efforts of parents/guardians and school staff to promote regular student attendance
are encouraged.
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An absence from school will be reported as absent, truant, or suspended. School staff will keep
parents informed regarding the attendance of their student(s) and will assist parents in correcting
attendance problems. It is the responsibility of the student to make up work that has been
missed due to an absence. The school staff will support the student’s initiative to make up
work missed.
Any administrator, teacher, or member of the Lincoln Board of Education who knows of any
failure on the part of any child age 7 to 16 to attend school regularly without lawful reason,
shall within three days report such violation to the superintendent or the director of student
services, or his or her assistant. The superintendent or the director of student services, or his
or her administrative assistant, shall immediately cause an investigation of the case to be
made by the attendance officers. When of his or her personal knowledge, or by report or
complaint from any resident of the district, or by report or complaint as provided in this
section the administrator believes that any child is unlawfully absent from school, he or she
shall immediately investigate. The school shall render all services in its power to compel
students to attend in an attempt to remediate the child’s attendance pattern.
Truancy and tardiness are a violation of school rules. The services provided in response to
truancies and tardiness may include disciplinary measures, including, without limitation,
restriction of extracurricular and other activities, additional work assignments before,
during or after school hours, removal from a particular class or classes and mandatory
reassignment. Suspension (short-term or long-term) or expulsion from school may be
imposed for truancy or tardiness, provided that alternatives to such action have been used
or determined by the director of student services or his or her administrative assistant to be
inappropriate under the circumstances.
If the child is excessively absent an administrator shall serve notice to the person violating
the compulsory attendance statutes, warning him or her to comply with its provisions. If
absences continue the administrator shall file a report with the county attorney.
Campbell Attendance Policy
It is our goal at Campbell to have every student in school as many school days as possible,
and to work with parents and guardians to help students understand the importance of
being in school. Students may be excused for illness, or if parents request, the student may
miss school for a family emergency or special family need, including a religious
observance.
Parents and guardians are asked to call the school office (402-436-1129) if a
student will be absent. Students may also be excused from school to participate in
a school approved activity. Unless the school is notified, a call will be made to the
student’s home or parents place of work to verify the absence.
Students not in class on time will be counted as tardy. Because many times parents
do not know that their child has been tardy to school, a letter will be sent to
parents after 5 tardies and a conference will be requested after 10 tardies. We hope
that by keeping you informed, we can work together to help your child get to school
on time.
Students attending Campbell on a special attendance permit are reminded that
satisfactory and punctual attendance are necessary to maintain permit status.
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Lunch Time
The 2015-16 schedule is as follows:
Kindergarten Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Recess 11:20 - 11:30 11:40 - 11:50 11:30 - 11:40 11:50 - 12:00 12:10 - 12:20 12:30 - 12:40 Lunch
11:00 - 11:20
11:20 - 11:40
11:40 - 12:00
12:00 - 12:20
12:20 - 12:40
12:40 - 1:00
Lunch Procedures
1. Campbell students may choose to eat hot lunch at school, go home for lunch, or bring a cold
lunch.
2. If a child stays for hot lunch he/she may:
a. bring cash ($2.35)
b. deposit money in SNAP Account
c. purchase an extra milk ($.50) cash or use SNAP account
3. If using the SNAP account system, please check regularly to be sure adequate
money is in the account. Each child will receive a note to bring home when
money is left for one meal purchase.
4. Parents may apply for free or reduced cost ($.40) lunch for their child.
Applications are available online at www.lps.org.
a. Please complete a new application available via the LPS website. Paper
applications are available for families to complete or pick up at the district office
or Campbell Elementary School. Eligibility for the free/reduced lunch program
is determined by federal guidelines).
5. Parents may attend the lunch program with their child at any time, and are
encouraged to let the office know by 9:30 a.m. if purchasing a hot lunch.
The United States’ Department of Agriculture and the Nebraska Department of
Education Competitive Foods Policy states that “no food may be sold or served that
competes with the national School Lunch and/or Breakfast programs one half hour
prior to the serving period.” This means that no food may be sold (i.e. pop, snack
machines, fund raisers), and no food may be brought in one half hour before or one
half hour after lunch to treat for birthday parties, class rewards, or class parties
during the lunch time.
School Breakfast Program
Campbell offers an optional before school breakfast program. Breakfast is served
from 8:35-9:00 a.m. each morning. Cost of breakfast is $1.30. Children of families
whose income falls within federal guidelines may eat breakfast at a cost of 30 cents
(reduced) or free.
SNAP Lunch Account
SNAP is the name of our cafeteria cash register system. With the SNAP cash register
system a student will deposit money in their account which is accessed by a six digit
number on a key pad. If your child is returning to our school or been in another
LPS school, they will have the same number as last year. It is very important your
child learn their number so they can enter it on the key pad
the first day of school.
Money in the SNAP account at the end of the school year will
roll over into the next year.
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Money in an account may be transferred from one school to another if a student changes
schools within the Lincoln Public Schools during the school year. Refunds are made when a
student moves out of the district. The end of the school year SNAP refund policy makes
refunds available upon request in the school office for one week after school is out, then in the
Accounting Department at the Lincoln Public Schools District Offices until July 15. Any
unclaimed balance in the account after July 15 will revert to the Nutrition Services Program.
Please help your child keep track of their lunch account status.
Before- and After-school Care
Before- and after-school care is available to families at Campbell School through Family
Services “School’s Out” program. “School’s Out” provides before- and after-school care for
kindergarten through fifth grade students. Hours are 7:00-9:00 a.m. and 3:38-5:45 p.m. Please
call 402-441-7949 for registration information and fee schedule.
SAFETY
Safety Practices to and from School
In the interest of creating the safest environment possible for all our students and staff, Lincoln
Public Schools has adopted a consistent district-wide vocabulary, protocol and practice for
defining our response to various school incidents. The ability to effectively respond to natural
or man-made emergencies and disasters is an essential component of any emergency
operations/response plan in our schools – and a critical ingredient in the safe school recipe is
the uniform classroom response to an incident at school. Weather events, fires, accidents,
intruders and other threats to student safety are scenarios that are planned and trained for by
students, teachers, staff and administration.
LPS has expanded the school district’s safety program to include what
is called the Standard Response Protocol. The premise is simple.
There are now four specific actions that can be performed during a
critical incident: Lockout (secure the perimeter), Lockdown (locks,
lights, out of sight), Evacuate (to the announced location) and Shelter
(using announced type and method). By standardizing the vocabulary,
all stakeholders can understand the response and status of an event. For
students, this provides continuity of expectations and actions throughout their
educational career. For teachers, this becomes a simpler process to train and
drill. For first responders, the common vocabulary and protocols establish a
greater predictability that persists through the duration of an incident. Parents
and community members can easily understand the practices and can reinforce the
protocol.
For more information go to: http://iloveuguys.org/srp.html
To provide safety for the pedestrian and the driver, your cooperation in helping your
child observe the following rules will be appreciated:
1. Parents are encouraged to plan with their children the shortest and safest route
to school.
2. Students should cross streets using the proper crosswalks as indicated by double
white lines on the pavement.
3. Parents should instruct their children to cross at corners or areas where school
crossing signs are posted and should assist students in understanding safety
procedures for crossing at traffic lights.
4. If students are transported by motor vehicle to school, we suggest that you
follow the procedure outlined below:
a. Instruct your child to enter and leave your vehicle from the curb side.
Never enter or leave on the street side of a vehicle. A serious
accident could result from a child darting across the street
or coming out between two parked cars. Drivers should
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not double park in the circle drive but should pull over next to the curb to load and unload.
b. If you choose to meet your child along streets not adjacent to the school, instruct your child to
use proper crosswalks or to cross at the proper intersection.
c. Please do not drop off students in the parking lot without walking them to the sidewalk near the
entrance.
Safety, Fire and Tornado Drills
All schools have periodic drills so students know what to do in case of emergency, fire, or tornado
in order to be safe. The safety of students is a top priority. All schools cooperate with the fire
department and district Director of Security to make sure the most effective safety procedures are
followed.
STUDENT RIGHTS, CONDUCT, RULES & REGULATIONS
Rights and Responsibilities
The Lincoln Public Schools has established rights and responsibilities of students. They are printed
in the “Important Information” booklet mailed to parents/guardians before each school year, and
are available in our school office. The rights and responsibilities are designed to assure that
students have the best opportunity possible to learn in a safe, clean environment without
disruption. Please review the rights and responsibilities with your child.
These responsibilities, rights, rules and standards apply to behavior within the school building and
school grounds whether curricular or extra-curricular activity. They also apply to any school
function or event whether on or off school grounds, in a vehicle owned, leased, or contracted by a
school being used for a school purpose or in a vehicle being driven for a school purpose by a school
employee or by his/her designee, or at a school-sponsored activity.
The following is an elementary school version of the rights and responsibilities of students. It
is written to help students understand responsible behavior. Students who are not responsible
and break these rules may have a consequence which could range from a simple time-out or
loss of recess to a possible in school or out of school suspension. Campbell School staff will
focus on building problem solving skills with students, communication with parents and
helping students grow in their ability to interact with others appropriately.
Behaviors That Lead to Success
Behaviors That Lead to Success tell us what we can do to become good school citizens.
These rules are written to keep us safe in our schools and protect the rights of all students.
Students who are responsible:
A. Follow directions given by any school staff member. They speak to and treat school staff
respectfully.
B. Solve problems peacefully. They do not fight, threaten, “Put down” others, or force others
to do what they don’t want to do.
C. Respect the property of others. They do not take or break things that belong to the school
or others.
D. Care about how others feel. They do not hurt or try to hurt others.
E. Treat others fairly. They do not bully or force a student to give them money or valuables.
F. Help keep the school a safe place. They do not bring weapons of any kind to school.
G. Care about themselves. They follow the laws and do not have, sell or use tobacco,
alcohol, inhalants, other drugs or any imitations of these.
H. Know that it is important to be in school every day. They are not truant.
I. Arrive at school on time. They are not tardy.
J. Use language that is respectful of all people. They do not use offensive
gestures, profanity, or “put down” people because of their race, religion,
gender or ethnic background.
K. Act in a way that makes others feel comfortable at school. They
follow the rules of public decency.
L. Help make school a good place to learn. They do not repeatedly break
the rules of the classroom, playground, lunchroom and school.
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M. Are good citizens. They follow the laws of our state and nation.
N. Dress properly for school. They do not wear clothing that is unsafe, that offends or that
distracts the learning of others.
O. Help keep buses safe for everyone. They follow school bus rules.
P. Respect their own bodies and the privacy of others. They do not touch others
inappropriately.
Campbell School Rules
• BE SAFE • BE RESPONSIBLE
• BE RESPECTFUL
Be Safe
Keep hands, feet, and objects to self
Always walk in the building
Be Responsible
Follow directions of all adults the first time
Take good care of all property
Listen actively and be ready to learn
Do your personal best
Be Respectful
Use appropriate language and tone
of voice
Treat everyone as you would like
to be treated
No bullying
Campbell students and staff are asked to follow this guideline: Treat
everyone as you would like to be treated. We believe in holding children
accountable for behavior by allowing consequences that teach children
appropriate behavior. Children are given opportunities to think about their
behavior and make good decisions. We encourage students to manage their
own behavior by not making problems for themselves or others. Students are taught
the six pillars of Character Counts: be a good citizen, be fair, be
responsible, be respectful of yourself and others, be trustworthy, be caring.
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Educational Equity
Campbell School follows the guidelines of the Educational Equity Policy of the Lincoln Public Schools
which affirms the dignity and worth of human beings regardless of income, gender, race, ethnic
background, sexual orientation, religion, culture or age. Staff members will treat one another and the
students fairly and with respect. Campbell School values and celebrates diversity.
Religious Holidays
The First Amendment of the United States Constitution requires that public schools neither promote
nor interfere with the practice of religion. Efforts are made to avoid scheduling tests and major student
activities on dates of religious significance. If you are concerned about any particular date on which
there may be a school conflict with your family’s religious activities, please call the school office
(436-1129). More information about the Lincoln Public Schools’ guidelines for religious holidays is
found in the booklet “Important Information,” which is sent to parents before the start of the school
year and is available in the school office.
Student Appearance
It is everyone’s responsibility to promote a school atmosphere which helps all students make the most
of their learning opportunities. Students are asked to dress comfortably and appropriately for the
weather, and are reminded that items which disrupt the learning environment, including inappropriate
clothing, will not be permitted. If a student’s dress results in a disruption to the
educational process parents will be notified and a change of clothing required, or
disruptive item removed.
Students at Campbell School are expected to dress in a way that is appropriate for
a school setting. Students should not dress in a manner that is:
• dangerous to the student’s health and safety or to the health and safety of
others.
• distractive or indecent to the extent that it interferes with the learning and
teaching process.
The following are examples of attire that are not considered appropriate. Such list
is not exclusive and other forms of attire deemed inappropriate by the
administration may be deemed inappropriate for the school setting:
1. Clothing or jewelry that could be used as a weapon (chains, spiked apparel) or
would encourage “horse-play,” or that exhibits beer, alcohol, tobacco, illegal
drugs, obscene or lewd words or images that carry double meanings.
2. Head wear including hats, caps, bandannas, and scarves.
3. Clothing that shows an inappropriate amount of bare skin or underwear (no
“sagging” pants).
4. Clothing or jewelry that is gang-related.
Consideration will be made for students who wear special clothing as required by
religious beliefs, disability, or to convey a particularized message protected by law.
The final decision regarding attire and grooming will be made by the Principal or
Superintendent. In the event a student is uncertain as to whether a particular item
or method of grooming is consistent with the school’s guidelines, the student
should contact the Principal for approval.
Nuisance Items
Because schools are not equipped to handle the security of personal items of value,
items such as hand-held computer games, sporting equipment, sporting apparel,
CD and MP3 players, trading cards, etc., are not to be brought to school. If items
of this nature do come to school, they may upon the request of teachers or
administrators be stored in the office or parents may be contacted to pick them up.
Lincoln Public Schools does not provide insurance for personal items nor is it
responsible for lost or stolen items or money.
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If parents want students to have cell phones for after school communication, the cell phone
must be turned off during the school day. Any use of a cell phone during the day, including a
ringing cell phone, will be cause for a teacher to store the phone in the office. We discourage
students from bringing ipads or other electronic devices to school. If brought it is the
student’s responsibility to secure and must be turned off during the school day.
Knives, or any other item that might be considered a weapon are strictly prohibited and
should NEVER be brought to school. Students who violate this rule face the penalty of
suspension and expulsion from school, in accordance with state law.
According to state law, school personnel have the right at any time to search desks, school
space assigned to students, or other school property such as computers. Student’s personal
belongings can be searched if there is reasonable suspicion of evidence of a rule or criminal
violation.
Bicycles, Skateboards, Rollerblades, and Scooters
The Board of Education of the Lincoln Public Schools does not have an established policy on
the age at which a student may ride a bicycle to school. Parents should use their judgment
concerning the capabilities of their children to handle a bicycle and the traffic in which the
child will have to ride.
We encourage only students in grades 4 & 5 to ride their bicycles to school. On special
occasions and/or emergencies, younger students may need to ride their bicycles to school.
Bikes must be walked on and off the school grounds on the sidewalks. Bicycles racks are
provided for bikes to be parked during the school day. We recommend your child lock the
bicycle while in the rack.
Rollerblades, scooters, skateboards, and shoes with wheels are not to be used on school
grounds. If your child has any of these items, they must be taken off and carried once they
arrive on school grounds. Storing these items during the school day is a concern. Students
are responsible for storing their own items within the personal space allotted in the
classroom.
Field Trips
Field trips provide students with opportunities to learn about our community and
more in-depth about an area of study. School buses are primarily used to transport
students on field trips. If parents provide transportation for students other than their
own, they will be required to complete a driver certification form. Parents/
Guardians are asked to sign a form at the beginning of the school year giving
permission for students to participate in field trips throughout the school year.
Parents will be notified before each field trip as to the destination, date, and
time of the trip. Students are expected to demonstrate appropriate conduct, as
a basis for participation on field trips.
Playground
When weather permits, every attempt will be made to use the playground
for noon recess. If children are not well enough to play outside, they are
usually not well enough to be in school. Unless a physician’s excuse has
been obtained, a note from a parent is required each day that a child is to
remain indoors during recess. The note should state the reason for the request.
Students are encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather. During wet,
snowy weather, students not adequately attired for the conditions (outdoor boots,
snow pants, etc.) will be asked to remain on the concrete play area for recess.
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Textbook and Material Fines
It is the responsibility of each student to give proper care to instructional equipment, materials and
supplies. Where carelessness leads to destruction or loss of equipment or materials beyond normal
use, the student and parent should make appropriate restitution.
Instructional Supplies
Students are provided with necessary and basic instructional supplies (paper, pencils, crayons, scissors,
glue, etc.). Classroom teachers may suggest specific additional supplies that are optional for parent/
guardian purchase.
Computer Use Guidelines
Listed below are the Lincoln Public Schools staff and student guidelines to be followed when using
district computers.
1. I will respect copyright laws, and will not make unauthorized copies of software unless the original
is clearly labeled shareware or in the public domain.
2. I will not intentionally access information that may be obscene or offensive toward any other
individuals, nor will I place any such information on the network or Internet.
3. I will respect the security of any computer system or network and will not try to gain unauthorized
access to system programs, computer systems, or another person’s files.
4. I will not use the computer to disturb or harass other computer users.
5. I will use the computer equipment to meet instructional objectives, and not as entertainment.
6. I will not waste or take supplies, and will print only when necessary to appropriate printers.
7. I will not use the network for financial gain or any commercial or illegal activity.
8. I will not engage in vandalism, including bypassing security systems, harming or destroying any
data on the LPS network or the Internet, or intentionally share computer viruses.
9. I understand that the Lincoln Public Schools is not responsible for any expenses I incur or purchases
I make while accessing any on-line service, such as the Internet.
10. I understand that violation of the above statements will make me subject to
disciplinary action and can include immediate suspension of my computer
privileges.
Copyright and Fair Use Policy
It is the intent of the Lincoln Public Schools to adhere to the provisions of the
U.S. Copyright Law (Title 17). All students and staff are prohibited from
copying or transmitting materials not specifically allowed by fair use,
copyright law, licenses or contractual agreements or permission. The
Lincoln Public Schools disapproves of unauthorized duplication in any
form. Anyone who willfully disregards copyright policy is in violation and
assumes all responsibility.
Custodial/Non-Custodial Parents
It is Lincoln Public Schools policy to foster and facilitate parental information
about, and involvement in, the education of their children. Divorced and
separated parents maintain all parental rights with their children unless altered
by a court order.
If parental rights have been changed, the school principal must have access to a
copy of the court order stipulating those changes. School officials will follow
the directives stated in the order and in other such directives regarding
access to the child as provided by the parent having legal custody.
With regard to visiting children during school hours, attempts will be
made to accommodate both parents. However, in cases of concern and dispute
between parents, the custodial parent’s directive will be followed. Parents are asked
to resolve issues of child visitation at school outside of the school setting.
Communication to parents is sent home on a weekly basis with each child.
Occasionally, information will be mailed using the parent name and address
provided at the time of enrollment. If a non-custodial parent or parent with
joint custody wants information from school, please notify the office.
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SUPPORT SERVICES
Student Health Policies
Evidence of Immunization
Lincoln Public Schools Board of Education Policy 5114
Prior to enrollment, each LPS student shall provide a written immunization history, signed by the
student’s physician, parent/guardian, verifying that the student has received the required vaccines so
as to be protected by immunization against measles, mumps, rubella, polio, hepatitis B, diptheria,
tetanus, pertussis, and haemophilus influenza type b (Hib). Any student who does not comply shall
not be permitted to enter school, or if provisionally enrolled or enrolled without compliance,
shall not be permitted to continue in school until evidence of compliance or an exemption from
compliance is given.
Immunization will not be required for a student’s enrollment if the student submits one of the
following:
A. A statement signed by a physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner that, in the health
care provider’s opinion, the immunization required would be injurious to the health and well
being of the student or any member of the student’s family or household;
B. An affidavit signed by the student, or if the student is a minor, by a legally authorized
representative of the student, stating that the immunization conflicts with the
tenets and practice of a recognized religious denomination of which the
student is an adherent or member or that immunization conflicts with the
personal and sincerely followed religious beliefs of the student;
C. Documentation from the student’s immunization provider showing that the
student has begun the required immunizations and has scheduled dates to
complete the immunization series as rapidly as is medically feasible. This
documentation will permit provisional enrollment only. The student will be
excluded from school if the necessary immunizations are not completed as
rapidly as medically feasible, until either documentation of immunization
or proof of an exemption is provided.
D. Evidence of immunity against the diseases. Laboratory evidence of circulating
antibodies for measles, mumps, or rubella is required to show evidence of
immunity against those diseases. Information concerning the laboratory test,
including the signature of the laboratory technician or laboratory director,
must be provided. Clinical history is not sufficient evidence of immunity.
The cost of immunizations and any required documentation shall be borne by the
parent or guardian, not the Lincoln Public School district.
Vision
Nebraska state statue requires students entering Kindergarten to provide evidence of
vision evaluation within six months prior to entry. This requirement also applies to
out-of state transfers to any grade. The evaluation may be performed by a
physician, physician assistant, advance practice registered nurse, or vision
professional.
Student Medications
School personnel can administer medication to a student with a doctor’s written
prescription and a signed permit from the student’s parent or guardian.
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must be brought to school in the prescription container with a label stating the student’s name,
physician’s name, and directions for administering the medication. These medications do not
require an authorization from your medical provider but do require a written authorization
from parent: Ibuprofen/Acetaminophen, nonprescription cough drops, ophthalmic drops,
sunscreen, insect repellent, ointments (such as Desitin, A and D, Aguaphor), nonprescription
antiseptic, teething gels, and powders.
Acetaminophen and ibuprofen is available for students in the health office if parents sign a
consent/request for administration form. The form is located in the Important Information for
Lincoln Public Schools students booklet and is also available in the school office.
Emergency Protocol
As required by state law, Lincoln Public Schools has an “emergency protocol” which includes
the administration of medications (epinephrine by injection and albuterol by inhalation) in the
event of life-threatening allergic reaction or asthma. The protocol is administered by trained
personnel, with oversight from the physicians on the district’s medical advisory committee. In
every emergency, efforts are made to contact parents and guardians immediately, so it is
important to make sure contact information is kept up to date in the school office. Please contact
the school nurse for more information about the emergency protocol.
Students in Lincoln Public Schools with the diagnosis of asthma or severe allergy may be
permitted to carry inhalers or Epipens for self-administration. Authorization to do so is
coordinated by the school nurse and requires parent/guardian as well as physician consent.
Students with diabetes may carry glucose sources for self-treatment, again when authorization
as coordinated by the school nurse and parent/guardian and physician consents are obtained.
For more information about the management of these or other health concerns in the school
setting, parents and guardians are encouraged to contact the school nurse assigned to their
child’s building.
Exclusion for Health Reasons
Policies regarding the exclusion of students for health reasons are:
Students having a temperature of 100 degrees or more should be excluded from school.
Those students having other symptoms such as vomiting, headaches etc., should be
excluded at the discretion of the school nurse or other responsible school personnel.
Students suspected of carrying a contagious disease will be
excluded. Any student with a rash must be excluded until
the disappearance of the rash and any other symptoms unless
a physician directs readmission of the student.
No ill or excluded student will be sent home alone or to an empty house. A parent or
responsible adult will be contacted and must come to school to take the child home.
A phone number where the parent can be reached during the school day must be
on file in the school office.
It may be necessary for the entire student body to be checked for health
reasons. Generally this will be conducted by the school nurse, health
paraeducator, principal, or principal’s designee.
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Guidelines Head Lice
In order to:
• better control a nuisance condition,
• reduce absenteeism due to head lice, and
• involve parents as partners with the school in control efforts,
1. The family will be notified live lice were found.
2. The student will go home at the end of the day.
3. Parents/guardians will have the option to pick up the student earlier, if desired, to begin
treatment.
4. Three repeated cases of live lice may lead to exclusion from school until lice free.
The child may return to school:
1. As soon as he/she is treated for head lice.
2. When returning to school, the parent/guardian should bring the student to the health office so
staff can check the child’s head.
3. After treatment, the parent/guardian must check their child’s head to be sure there are no live lice
and recheck frequently for two weeks.
Birth Certificate Requirements
A student enrolling for the first time in the Lincoln Public Schools must present a
certified copy of a birth certificate. The requirement for a certified copy was
implemented in 1990 with the passage of new state legislation to help track missing
children. The document given to parents from the hospital at the time the child is
born looks like a birth certificate, but it is not a certified copy, which has a raised seal
of the State of Nebraska and the signature of the director of vital statistics. If you
need to obtain a certified copy of the certificate, contact the Nebraska Bureau of Vital
Statistics, P.O. Box 95007, Lincoln, NE 68509.
Medical and Dental Appointments on School Time
Students are granted approved absences from school in order to keep medical or
dental appointments during school hours. Students must check in the office upon
departure for the appointment and upon return to school. A computerized record is
kept of when the student is out of the building. It is necessary that the child check in
and out through the office. A note must be sent to school before the appointment. If
the child will be late in arrival, please send a note the previous day.
Dental Inspections
Dental inspections are performed in the school by dentists recommended by the
Lincoln District Dental Society and approved by the Board of Education. Students
presenting a dental report form signed by their own dentist will be excused from
annual dental inspection which starts approximately October 1.
Child Abuse
Any Lincoln Public Schools employee who has reasonable cause to believe that a
child has been subject to abuse or neglect or observes such person being subject to
conditions or circumstances which would reasonably result in abuse or neglect shall
report the same to the proper law enforcement agency.
Abuse or neglect is defined in Nebraska statutes as follows:
Abuse or neglect shall mean knowingly, intentional, or negligently causing or permitting a
minor child or an incompetent or disabled person to be: (a) Placed in a situation that
endangers his or her life or physical or mental health; (b) cruelly confined or cruelly
punished; (c) deprived of necessary food, clothing, shelter, or care; (d) left unattended in a
motor vehicle, if such minor is six years of age or younger; or (e) sexually abused...
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In addition to reporting the alleged abuse or neglect to the proper authorities, the employee
shall also inform the employee’s principal or other immediate supervisor of the alleged abuse
or neglect.
All employees and administrators will fully cooperate with all law enforcement agencies and
the Department of Public Welfare with regard to alleged abuse or neglect. Under Nebraska
statutes, a person making a report under this section is immune from any liability, civil or
criminal, that might otherwise be incurred or imposed except for maliciously false statements.
Failure to make the report as required by the Nebraska statutes with regard to alleged child
abuse or neglect does constitute a Class III misdemeanor, which carries a maximum penalty of
three month imprisonment and a $500 fine.
Student Services: Gifted & Special Education
Students with exceptional academic abilities and students with disabilities shall be provided
appropriately challenging curricula and instruction congruent with their learning abilities and
taught by teachers trained to meet the needs of these students. Efforts to identify, refer and
evaluate students for these support programs will be made at each grade level.
Contact Shelby Mutchie, Special Education Coordinator, for additional information about
Special Education. For Gifted Services, please contact Sherri Macfee.
Smoke-Free Environment
Lincoln Board of Education policy declares all Lincoln Public Schools buildings and
grounds smoke-free. We would appreciate your help in meeting the goal of a smoke- and
tobacco-free environment for all children. When you attend events, please remember that
our grounds are smoke- and tobacco-free and abide by our board’s policy.
Gifts and Treats
Money cannot be collected to buy gifts for school personnel. Exceptions can be made in
the case of a personal misfortune, or if a special honor is being given to a student,
parent/guardian, or school staff member. Teachers cannot give gifts to students except
in the case of a homebound or seriously ill child.
Treats may be considered part of some school celebrations. Volunteer parent group
members may be asked to help provide treats for students at specified times
throughout the year. For health reasons, food treats should be store-bought rather
than home made. Teachers will notify parents if a student in their child’s classroom has a specific food allergy of high concern i.e. peanut allergy. Parents should
avoid any treats with specified ingredients of concern.
Birthdays are a special day in a child’s life. In order to honor instructional time
at school we are asking to please DO NOT send birthday treats, balloon bouquets, flowers, etc. These items will not be delivered to classrooms. Due to latex
allergies we cannot allow latex balloons at school at any time.
The school often receives parent requests for lists of names and addresses of
children in their child’s play group for the purpose of sending party invitations. It
is district policy that student names, addresses, and phone numbers cannot be
given out by the school. Thank you for not requesting this information from the
office or from your child’s teacher.
Pets at School
Pets are an important part of many students’ lives and can provide many good
learning experiences. The school principal must approve a visit by a pet in
advance. Pets should be brought for a school visit by a parent or guardian and
in suitable carriers. The principal will ask for verification that the pet is up to date on vaccinations.
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Home/School Communication
Communicating Student Progress
Report cards will be sent home four times each school year. Although teacher conferences with
parents are scheduled twice a year, parents with questions about their child’s academic progress
should feel free to contact the teacher before or after the school day.
Homework
Lincoln Public Schools policy: “School homework/make-up work should be related to curricular objectives
and be consistent with research guidelines. Each elementary school in the district will develop a building plan
for homework and make-up work.”
Definition of Homework: Homework refers to the tasks that a student is given to do on his/her own time
after school hours. A student should experience a regularly scheduled time at home, free of distractions or
interruptions where he/she can develop self-discipline and individual responsibility for learning. The type of
home study assigned will be appropriate for the developmental and instructional level of the student. When
students are not assigned specific homework practice, it would be beneficial for them to read a book, practice
spelling words, or math facts, or write a story.
At the beginning of the year, each grade level team will send home homework expectations appropriate to the
age of the students.
Make-up Work: We appreciate parent/guardians’ conscientious regard for picking up homework
for their child.
• If your child will be absent only one day, work may be made up or taken home upon return to
school.
• If your child will be absent for an extended period of time, please contact the classroom
teacher to plan for completion of work.
Please call the school in the morning to request homework to be picked up after
school.
Visitors
Parents or legal guardians are encouraged to visit school. We prefer classroom
visits to be 20-30 minutes. All visitors will check in at the main entrance. A
security paraeducator will issue a nametag to assure staff the permission has
been given by the office. Children not enrolled at Campbell may not visit
school unless accompanied by an adult.
School News:
Announcements are published in the Campbell School Newsletter, PTO
newsletter, and the Campbell website. The newsletters will be published
throughout the year and will be available both online and sent through the
school messenger system. Another way that Campbell will be sharing school
updates and news will be through the Campbell School Twitter account.
The link to this account will be on the website. Special announcements are
sent home as needed. Please check your child’s weekly Thursday folder
for news items. The Campbell website is a source of news and reminders.
To access the website enter lps.org, click on Elementary Schools and
Campbell Elementary.
Community News
“Community News” is a newspaper distributed free to all elementary
students the first week of every month September through April.
“Community News” replaces most flyers and can be used as a guide to
community activities for students. The school lunch menu is included
in each issue of “Community News”.
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Weather Emergencies
The decision to close schools due to extreme weather is normally made before 6 a.m. by the Superintendent of Schools.
Local radio and television stations are notified and make public service announcements throughout the early morning
hours. Every attempt will be made to avoid closing schools once classes are in session. Parents will be asked to complete
an emergency plan for their child to follow if emergency closings during the school day should occur. The ultimate
decision as to whether a child will attend school rests with the parents.
Student Use of Telephone
Each classroom has a telephone for emergency use or teacher communication. Students will be permitted to call home
regarding school matters if permission is obtained from the classroom teacher. Parents who need to contact or visit with
their child during the school day will be asked to leave the message with the secretaries. Families should make
arrangements for after school pick up prior to each day so as to eliminate the need to use the telephone after school.
Campbell Parent-Teacher Organization
The Campbell PTO is an active and integral part of the total Campbell experience. The purpose of the PTO is to promote
the welfare of the children and strengthen the relationship between the home and school.
We invite and encourage all parents to become involved in the Campbell PTO. The PTO meets on the second Tuesday of
every other month in the Media Center, starting in September. Parent perspectives and opinions are valued as decisions
are made.
The PTO Board is excited about school activities for the coming year. If at any time you have questions or concerns about
the PTO, please feel free to talk to any of the Board members. We look forward to working together to provide a positive
education experience for Campbell families.
Parent Advisory Committee
We will continue the Parent Advisory Committee at Campbell this year. Our goal is to plan initiatives that will foster
student achievement, student engagement and parent partnership.
PTO Officers
President: Michelle Crandall
Vice President: Kimberly Peschka-Bilder
Secretary: Jessica Munford
Treasurer: Leah Wallace
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Important Phone Numbers
Campbell 436-1129
Campbell Health Office 436-1228
Lincoln Public Schools District Office 436-1000
Transportation 436-1073 or 436-1074
Campbell Fax 458-3229
KFOR Radio (1240 AM) 483-5100
KLIN Radio (1400 AM) 475-4567
KFRX Radio (102.7 FM) 483-5100
KLDZ Radio (95.1 FM) 476-3222
KOLN/KGIN T.V. 467-4321
Visit the Campbell website at www.lps.org.
Click on elementary schools, then Campbell Elementary.
Anne Campbell Elementary School Staff
Julie Lawler, Principal
Dawn Wright, Assistant Principal
Shelby Mutchie, Spedial Education Coordinator
Preschool
Lindsey Keller
Jordan Redden
Cari Robinson
Kindergarten
Kerry Boehler
Lauren Bos
Tiffany Geis
Cindy Lloyd
Dara Peters
Grade One
Kelli Anderson
Susie Garcia
Kristi Green
JoAnn Johnson
Summer Mika
Grade Two
Trisha Alexander
Jessica Anders
Melissa Ash
Brigitte Speicher
Charissa Widman
Grade Three
Tasha Brummet Von Kaenel
Anne Hatch
Shawn Podraza
Tracy Sheppard
Lindsey Toman
Grade Four
Kelli Grube
Jennifer Kellogg
Angie Pierson - Aerni
Kelly Robinson
Shelley Wilcynski
Specialists
Lisa Bohaty – Computer Science
Kristin Bunde – Media
Sally Connell – PE
Pam King – Art
Sheryl Parde – Vocal Music
Grade Five
Tim Barada
Christine Behne
Cole Kohout
Russell Mueller
Kim White
Literacy
Amy Dixon
Stephanie Gilb
Katie Koch
Melissa McIntosh
Leesa Kraeger – FLIP
Paraeducators
Ana Arroyo – Preschool
Sunshine Bacus
Amy Bolich – Preschool
Barb Bruner
Deb Burbach
Aseel Fadhil – FLIP
Char Kabat – PARA/SEM AM
Heather Kramer
Linda Martinez – FLIP
Tiffany McGill
Jessica Miller
Nick Munger
Noreen Niemann
Hannah Phillips
Grayson Spomer – PT/OT
Sandy Turek – FLIP/SEM
Shannon VanArsdall – Preschool
Corey Vasey
Stacey Vollbrecht – Media Para
Julie Wallace – Preschool
Chelsea Waller – Preschool
Resource
Valerie Bergeron
Holly Booe
Whitney Haberlan
Danielle Hancock
Jennifer Harrison
Ann Lundy
Reading Recovery
Victoria Engquist
Sara Tracy
Itinerant Staff
Heidi Bartlett-AllenvOT
Zach BrownvBand
Steph Fairbanks – SLP
Amanda Falter – SLP (Preschool)
Amy Holloman – Strings
Melissa Morrison – Hearing Resource
Lisa Wieman – SchulzvPT
Sarah Wright – PBiS Coach
Health Office
Teresa Dageforde – Treatment Nurse
Connie Nelson – Health Tech
Amanda Short – Treatment Nurse
Jinnohn Zepeda – Treatment Nurse
Kim Zollman – Nurse
Office
Tracey Black
Cathy Davis
Rilla Norby
Cafeteria
Maissa Alsubiahi
Jodi Benedict
Sundus Elwan
Kawther Jasim
Heather Koch
Student Resources
Jill Haas – Instructional Coach
Deb Maas – Counselor
Sherri Macfee – Gifted/Interventionist
Kim Nebel – Social Worker
Custodial
Christi ten Bensel – Psychologist
John Hegel
Jenna Thieszen – SLP
Adam McCoy
Bol Ngock
Merl Oosting
Linda Stroh
Darcie Thies
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First and last days of class for students
Campbell
School Rules
• Be Safe • Be Responsible • Be Respectful
Be Safe
Keep hands, feet, and objects to
self
Always walk in the building
Be Responsible
Follow directions of all adults the
first time
Take good care of all property
Listen actively and be ready to
learn
Do your personal best
Be Respectful
Use appropriate language and
tone of voice
Treat everyone as you would like
to be treated
No bullying
All schools will dismiss one hour early
Schools not in session
Students in elementary schools NOT in attendance (Plan Days)*
PLC days-early dismissal (Plan Days and PLC Days are subject to change)
Graduation Dates
Thursday, May 19, 2016
Bryan Community Focus Program (at East)
Sunday, May 22, 2016
East, LSE, LNE (at Pinnacle) | LNS, LHS, LSW (at Devaney)
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