Respectful Safe Responsible - Vern Patrick Elementary School

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Respectful
Safe
Responsible
Passion...Persistence...Partnership...Pride
WELCOME TO VERN PATRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
September, 2015
Dear Parents and Students,
Welcome to Vern Patrick Elementary School. We are looking forward to an exciting and successful school year!
This school calendar/student handbook has been prepared to bring about a better understanding between the
school and our parents and students. It includes important information about school policies, procedures and
schedules. We hope that the calendar will be convenient and assist you with planning and scheduling school and
family activities for the 2015-2016 school year.
On behalf of the staff, I encourage you to become an active member in your child’s education. We welcome you to
be a school volunteer and member of our Parent Teacher Club (PTC).
We are happy to have you and your child with us at Vern Patrick Elementary School. If you have any questions or
concerns, please contact us. Our school number is (541) 923-4830.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Hesse
Principal
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INDEX
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2
3
4
5
Cover
Principal’s Letter
School Safety & Index
Staff Listing, Board Members & District Office
Arrival/Departure, Bell Schedules, Tardies, Absences
& Breakfast/Lunch Program
6 & 7 Vern Patrick Traffic Patterns
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School Rules and Expectations
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September
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Discipline Belief Statement & Behavior Guidelines
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October
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School Behavior, Minor & Major Infractions, Panther
Predicament
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November
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Playground License, Food in Classroom, Bus Rules,
Classroom Expectations
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December
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Personal Items, Skateboards/Scooters, Photos on
Website & Appropriate clothing
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January
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Parent Teacher Club & Community School
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February
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Special Ed., Title IA, Speech/Language, Talented &
Gifted Alternative Programs & Exemptions
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March
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Health Information
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April
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Counseling, FAN, Newsletter & Visitations
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May
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Student Records & Rights & Privacy Act
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June
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Animals in School
School Safety
We take every possible precaution to ensure a safe school environment for your
children:
1. Supervision is provided for students from 8:40 a.m. until 3:45 p.m.
M,T,Th,F, and from 8:40 a.m. until 2:45 p.m. on Wednesdays.
2. Only one west entry door in the front of the school will remain open during
the day. You will notice signs directing you to the correct door.
3. All visitors (including regular volunteers, PTC members, parents, siblings
and relatives) are required to check in at the main office during the following times:
9:00 a.m. and 3:35 p.m. on M,T,Th,F
9:00 a.m. and 2:35 p.m. on W
4. Anyone who plans to go beyond the office should be signing in and picking up a visitor sticker or button. This should be worn where it can be
seen. Staff members have been instructed to send anyone without a
visible visitor sticker to the office immediately.
5. Parents arriving to pick up their child(ren) before the final bell at the end of
the school day will need to wait in the lobby area rather than the hallways.
6. Please understand that there will be times when both secretaries are engaged in other student business and it might take a few minutes for them
to assist you. We ask that you wait patiently so that they may help you
with the sign in process.
7. All staff members will be wearing official Redmond School District photo
identification badges.
8. We practice fire, earthquake, and intruder drills.
9. Security cameras will be utilized at the front of the building as well as in
additional key areas.
10. Our counselor and classroom teachers teach conflict resolution skills.
11. Most importantly, we create an environment where all students feel loved,
supported, and connected.
HAVE A QUESTION, CONCERN, PROBLEM, or an IDEA?
PLEASE CALL US!
Phone numbers you need to know:
Jennifer Hesse, Principal
and the School Office ………………...(541) 923-4830
Julie Mann, School Counselor…………(541) 923-4838
District Office ………………………..(541) 923-5437
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SCHOOL STAFF
PRINCIPAL: Jennifer Hesse
SECRETARIES: Kathy Anderson, Marisol Williams
PRE-KINDERGARTEN TEACHER: Bonnie Randolph
KINDERGARTEN TEACHERS: Jennifer Callahan, Jodi Husband, Miranda Stewart
FIRST GRADE TEACHERS: Jennifer Cyphers, Stacy Davis, Ariel Vaughn
SECOND GRADE TEACHERS: Lexie Comfort, Julie Eckhart, Cynthia Gibson
THIRD GRADE TEACHERS: Bryan Bahns, Berin Brenda, Kathy Eddy
FOURTH GRADE TEACHERS: Richard Clifton, Sallie Davis, Chersti Thomack
FIFTH GRADE TEACHERS: Gina Dunning, Caryn Duryee
COMMUNITY SCHOOL COORDINATOR: TBA
COMPUTER LAB ASSISTANT: Monica Schneider
COUNSELOR: Julie Mann
CUSTODIANS: John Barcelone, Mary Bone
EDUCATION RESOURCE CENTER (ERC) TEACHERS: Kathy Adams, Heather Leeder
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANTS (ERC): Kim Curry, Brittany Kohler
ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS (ELL) TEACHER: Marcia Bradley
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT (ELL): Jessica Pickens
FAMILY ACCESS NETWORK (FAN): Christina Diaz-Toledo
INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS TEACHER (ILS): Karen Hewer
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANTS (ILS): Patricia Beamish, Meghan Cook, Erica Dodd, Davina
Payne,
LPN/ISS (ILS): Kellie Mickel
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANTS: Anna Brown, Aimee Swanson
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT (PRE-K): TBA
LIBRARY TECHNICIAN: Kay Hunt
LITERACY SUPPORT SPECIALISTS: Jan Erickson, Colleen McNeill, Angela Pickert,, Pete Raasina,
NURSE: Courtenay Sherwood
SPEECH LANGUAGE THERAPIST: Claire Dawley
SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST: Cynthia Kaagen
NUTRITION: Christina Borden, Michelle Shulze
PHYSICAL EDUCATION: Jake Roberts
TITLE I-A TEACHER: Terry Decker, Amy Earhart
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANTS (TITLE 1A): MaryAnn Raasina,, Susan Steele, Heidi Turpen
Becky Vick
DISTRICT OFFICE STAFF
Superintendent
Mike McIntosh
Executive Assistant
Gina Blanchette
Support Services Director
JB Demaris
Human Resources Director
Lynn Evans
Student Services Director
Marth Hinman
Director of School Improvement
Chris Morton
Executive Director of Academic
Achievement
Linda Seeberg
Nutrition Services Manager
Keith Fiedler
SCHOOL BOARD MEMBE RS
A.J. Lasoya
Rick Bailey
Johnny Corbin
Tim Carpenter
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BREAKFAST & LUNCH PROGRAM
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE
Our district offers students both a breakfast and lunch meal service.
Students may arrive at school no earlier than 8:40 a.m. unless they
The meal programs are regulated by State and Federal guidelines. Vern are enrolled in a before school program. No general supervision is
Patrick School receives a grant every year so ALL STUDENTS will receive provided prior to this time.
FREE breakfast and FREE lunch for the school year.
To learn about available before school programs please contact our
Milk is included with both the breakfast and lunch meal. Milk is also
Community School Coordinator at (541) 923-4832.
available for purchase during meal service times for $.50 a carton. If
your child has a milk allergy or intolerance, a doctor’s note will be reIf your child must leave before the usual dismissal time, we ask
quired at the school office. A juice alternate may then be provided for
that you send a note to the office to let us know. Any person pickmilk intolerance. Breakfast is served from 8:40 a.m. to 8:55 a.m. We
ing up a student during school hours is required to sign them out
begin serving lunch at 11:35 a.m. and end at 12:40 p.m. The time your at the office. Office staff will contact the classroom to have the
child has lunch will depend on the time assigned to the teacher.
student come to the office.
Children are expected to go directly home after school unless they
are enrolled in after school programming or are detained by
school personnel. There is no playground supervision after 3:40
p.m. Students should return to school premises only if they are
participating in a scheduled after school activity.
ABSENCES
If for any reason your child is absent from school, please call the office.
If we do not hear from you, the automated phone system for Redmond
School District will call you. Upon returning to school, a note explaining the absence is requested.
Excessive absences interfere with the educational process. Unless children are extremely ill or in a contagious state, attendance on a regular
basis is most beneficial to a student’s learning. Reasons to stay home include: contagious diseases, severe cold or flu, temperature of 100˚ or
above, vomiting and/or diarrhea. To develop responsible habits, students should arrive at school on time every day.
TARDIES
Students arriving after the tardy bell must check in at the office
before going to class. Students who arrive 1 ½ hours after the beginning of the school day or leave 1 ½ hours before school ends
will be counted as absent for ½ of a day.
BELL SCHEDULE:
First Bell
8:40 a.m. Students enter for breakfast and recess
Second Bell 8:55 a.m.Students go to classrooms
Tardy Bell 9:00 a.m.
Dismissal
3:35 p.m. (School Improvement Wednesdays 2:35
After an absence of two days, you may call the office and request the
work being missed. Twenty-four hours following the request, the work p.m.)
can be picked up in the office.
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VERN PATRICK ELEMENTARY’S
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BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL TRAFFIC PATTERN:
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Buses and daycare vans will use the front of the school for picking up and dropping off students.
Cars will use the back of the building for picking up and dropping off students.
Cars will turn down 31st Street to enter the road at the back of the school.
Drop off may begin at 8:40 a.m.
Please pick up and drop off your students next to the curb closest to the building.
Double parking is prohibited.
Follow the road around the school and exit onto SW Obsidian.
The road in the back of the school will be closed during school hours and will
open for pick up at 3:35 p.m. When waiting to pick up your child, please follow
direction from staff members and move forward as far as possible to prevent traffic problems.
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VERN PATRICK TRAFFIC PATTERN MAPS
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VERN PATRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL RULES AND EXPECTATIONS
Be Safe
Hallways
Lunch Time
Playground/Recess
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Assemblies and
Special Events
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Bathrooms
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Office Area
Pick Up Area
Bicycles/Scooters/
Skates/Skateboards
Appropriate Dress
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Keep hands and feet to self.
Walk on the right side of the hallway facing
forward.
Be Responsible
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Follow school rules.
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Take only the amount of food you will eat.
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When the bell rings, put all equipment away.
Walk at all times.
Keep hands and feet to yourself.
Walk to and from the playground.
Walk on the concrete.
Solve problems with your words.
Follow school and playground rules.
Walk when using crosswalks.
Pay attention to directions.
Keep your feet on the floor.
Wash hands after you use the bathroom.
Keep water in the sink.
Show pass to office staff.
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Walk down the hall to the pickup area.
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Helmets are required.
Walk or carry all bikes, scooters, skates, and
skateboards on school property.
Be Respectful
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Use quiet voices.
Wait your turn.
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Get adult help for accident and spills or clean
them up yourself.
Use good manners. Say please and
thank you.
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Use quiet voices while waiting in line
and when getting your food.
Be polite to the lunch servers.
Keep area litter free.
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Report accidents and unsafe or aggressive
behavior to the duty teacher.
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When bell rings, walk to your classroom quietly.
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Be a polite, attentive listener.
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Use kind words and actions.
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Please remove your hats when you
enter the building.
Recycle what you can.
Play safely.
Use equipment safely.
Get a pass before leaving the play area.
Face forward.
Watch for and respond to the school-wide
signal.
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Use a bathroom pass.
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Any clothing that is backless or strapless, reveals
underwear or exposes all or part of the stomach, or
is inappropriately sheer, short, tight, or low cut may
not be worn at school. Modesty must be maintained.
Knock on stall door.
Hold the door open for the person
behind you.
Play fairly.
Include everyone.
Use positive language.
Show kindness and respect to students and staff.
Sit on your bottom.
Applaud when appropriate.
Use quiet voices.
Give people privacy.
Flush toilet after use.
Use appropriate amount of soap and towels.
Put used towels in garbage cans.
Return to the classroom promptly.
Check in at the front of the office.
Show pass to office staff.
State purpose politely.
Wait patiently.
Pick up litter.
Touch other’s property only with permission.
Pick up litter.
Respect property, yours and others.
Secure bicycles and scooters.
Any clothing that displays alcoholic beverages,
illegal drugs, suggestive or obscene language
or violent acts, or is suggestive of gang affiliation may not be worn.
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September 2015
Sun
6
Mon
7
Labor Day
NO SCHOOL
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14
Tue
1
2
8
First day of class for
2nd –5th grades
No school K & 1st
(K & 1st
grade assessments)
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15
16
1/3 of K attends
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Wed
22
No school K & 1st
(K & 1st
grade assessments)
1/3 of K attends
PTC Meeting
3:45pm-4:45pm
Early Release 2:35pm
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4
10
First day of school
1st grade
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Sat
5
12
No school for K
(K assessments)
No school for K
(K assessments)
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17
1/3 of K attends
Fri
3
Autumn begins
27
Thu
All Kindergarten
Students Attend
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19
Panther Cub or
Black & Yellow
T-Shirt
Day
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26
Panther Cub or
Black & Yellow
T-Shirt
Day
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30
Ice Cream Social &
Back to School Night
5:30pm—7:30pm
BOOK FAIR
BOOK FAIR
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DISCIPLINE BELIEF STATEMENT
BEHAVIOR GUIDELINES
The staff of Vern Patrick Elementary believes in positive disci- 
pline. Consistent and respectful approaches to management including school wide behavioral expectations, signals, and positive
language and tone, are in place throughout the school. All stu- 
dents are the responsibility of all staff. The Vern Patrick staff
holds the high expectation that staff, parents, and children will
model safe, responsible, and respectful behavior.
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Parents and teachers are encouraged to discuss, model, practice, and review polite conventions, good manners, and appropri- 
ate behavior. Misbehavior is an opportunity to teach children.
Problem-solving techniques will be taught and modeled by all
adults. Small or first time infractions may result in a conversation
or sit-down time-out. When children are angry or need more 
guidance, the staff will work with them to establish better choices.
Children are treated with respect and are to treat others with respect.
Talking back and arguing is not acceptable.
Hurting another person, either physically or with words, is not acceptable. Bullying will not be tolerated.
Children are to play safely at all times. Playground rules will be
taught and consistently reinforced by staff.
Children are expected to walk in the hallways using soft and quiet
feet. Walking through the halls quietly shows respect for others who
are learning.
Children are expected to use appropriate language at all times.
Swearing and/or inappropriate gestures are not acceptable.
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Children are expected to keep Vern Patrick School looking attractive
and free of vandalism and/or graffiti.
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Drugs, alcohol, tobacco, and weapons are strictly forbidden on Redmond School District properties. Violation of this rule will result in
immediate suspension.
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Gum is not allowed at school.
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Children are to dress in appropriate school attire. Shirts are to fully
cover the torso and skirts or shorts are to be longer than the student’s
fingertips when arms hang naturally at their sides. Clothing that refers to alcohol, drugs, tobacco, or violence are not allowed. Please refer to the rules & expectations matrix.
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Hats will be removed when entering the building.
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There will not be boyfriends/girlfriends in elementary school.
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October 2015
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
1
Fri
2
5
6
7
8
3
Panther Cub or
Black & Yellow
T-Shirt
Day
BOOK FAIR
BOOK FAIR
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Sat
9
10
In-Service day
NO SCHOOL
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12
13
Columbus Day
14
15
16
PTC Meeting
3:45pm-4:45pm
Panther Cub or
Black & Yellow
T-Shirt
Day
18
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20
21
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22
23
Picture Day
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Camo Day
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26
27
28
Family Night
5:30pm 7:30pm
Dad’s Breakfast
8:00am—8:40am
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Panther Cub Dash
Day
30
Teacher Preparation
Elementary Only
NO SCHOOL
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SCHOOL BEHAVIOR
Students make many choices daily in deciding to act in a responsible
manner; they respect school rules, adult authority, and the rights of
others. Celebrations to support and encourage this responsible behavior will be held throughout the year.
Unsafe, disrespectful, or irresponsible actions can be either a minor
or major behavior issue.
MINOR INFRACTIONS “LEVEL 1”
Minor infractions will be handled by the supervising staff member.
Classroom teachers handle all minor infractions that occur in their
classrooms. “Think Time” is a school wide response teachers may use
to encourage students to reflect on their behavior and plan for more
appropriate responses. For “Think Time”, students are referred to a
neighboring classroom with a problem solving form. Upon return to
their regular classroom, students share their problem solving methods with their teachers. A copy of Think Time forms will be sent
home to parents. A student who displays continual disruptive behavior will be sent to “Patrick’s Place”. While there, the student will
complete a 15 minute time out and conference with a staff member.
At the discretion of a supervising staff member, students who are involved in repeated minor infractions may be referred to the counselor
or principal.
MAJOR INFRACTIONS
Major infractions will be handled by the Principal or designee. Major
infractions will result in immediate consequences. Parents will be
notified.
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November 2015
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
1
1
2
3
4
5
Daylight Savings
Time begins
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9
10
11
PTC Meeting
3:45pm-4:45pm
15
16
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Parent Conferences
K—5th grade
NO SCHOOL
K-5
12
7
Parent Conferences
K—5th grade
NO SCHOOL
K-5
13
Veterans Day
NO SCHOOL
18
14
Clash Day
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20
21
26
27
28
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24
25
THANKSGIVING
Thanksgiving Break
NO SCHOOL
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Thanksgiving Break
NO SCHOOL
Thanksgiving Break
NO SCHOOL
Thanksgiving Break
NO SCHOOL
Thanksgiving Break
NO SCHOOL
30
School resumes
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PLAYGROUND LICENSE
Just as parents have learned the rules of the road and obtained
drivers licenses, our students learn the expectations of the playground and earn playground licenses. All students will participate in a detailed training in which they will learn the safety expectations and rules of the various areas on our playground and
field. Students will be asked to sign a playground license stating
that they agree to follow the expectations and maintain safety at
all times.
While on the playground, students will be expected to be safe,
respectful and responsible. Students who repeatedly forget to follow these expectations or have a violent episode will be given a
citation and sent to study hall. While there, students will complete a letter to their parents sharing why they have earned a citation. When parents sign and return the letter, student will be forwarded to a student court system in which fourth and fifth grade
student judges will listen and re-teach expectations. These student judges will provide instructions for releasing students back
to the playground. The court sessions will be supervised by our
school counselor and provide an emphasis on learning by experience along with holding children accountable for their actions.
If you have any questions regarding our playground expectations
or license program, please feel free to contact Jennifer Hesse at
(541) 923-4830.
FOOD PRODUCTS FOR THE CLASSROOM
Food products for classroom functions must be prepared by a licensed
production kitchen or bakery and should be brought to school in sealed
containers.
BUS RULES
Vern Patrick students may occasionally ride district buses for field trips.
Your child is expected to follow the rules established by the transportation service. If your child has difficulty following the rules, bus-riding
privileges may be lost.
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS
Teachers will be giving you their classroom expectations at the Ice
Cream Social /Back to School Night. These guidelines are designed to
foster a climate of respect, order, and structure to promote productive
learning time.
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December 2015
Sun
Mon
Tue
1
Wed
2
Thu
3
Fri
4
5
Panther Cub or
Black & Yellow
T-Shirt
Day
Picture Retakes
6
7
8
9
10
11
PTC Meeting
3:45pm-4:45pm
14
15
16
12
Panther Cub or
Black & Yellow
T-Shirt
Day
13
Sat
17
18
19
PJ Day
20
21
22
23
24
Winter Begins
WINTER BREAK
NO SCHOOL
27
28
WINTER BREAK
NO SCHOOL
25
26
Christmas Day
WINTER BREAK
NO SCHOOL
29
WINTER BREAK
NO SCHOOL
WINTER BREAK
NO SCHOOL
30
WINTER BREAK
NO SCHOOL
WINTER BREAK
NO SCHOOL
31
WINTER BREAK
NO SCHOOL
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PERSONAL ITEMS
Personal items brought from home are the sole responsibility of students and their parents. Please discuss this with your children and be
sure that items are marked with their name. We are not responsible
for damage or theft of personal items brought from home. Toys and
all electronic devices are not to be brought to school. If cell phones
are brought to school, they must remain turned off in student’s backpack throughout the school day. They are not to be taken out during
school hours.
USE OF STUDENT PHOTOS ON SCHOOL WEBSITE
Many of our teachers routinely take photos of their students
and post these photos on their classroom website. If you do
NOT wish your child’s name or picture to appear on the
school website, please notify the office and teacher in writing.
APPROPRIATE CLOTHING
Students will be going outside for recess daily. The only conditions that will cause the cancellation of outdoor recess are
temperatures below 20 degrees Fahrenheit, and rain beyond a
sprinkle.
SKATEBOARDS AND SCOOTERS
In accordance with Redmond School District policy, the use of skateboards or scooters on school grounds is not allowed. Students may
carry them on the grounds of the school in which they are enrolled
for use off the property. Violation of this policy may result in confiscation by school authorities for parent retrieval. Skateboards and
scooters must be secured in designated areas outside the school building when school is in session. Students must bring a lock to secure
their scooters and skateboards to the designated spaces located on the
fences in front and back of the school. Locks and equipment are the
student’s responsibility.
Please send your children to school with clothing appropriate
for the weather each day. If you require assistance in obtaining clothing to include coats, hats and gloves please contact
our FAN advocate (541) 923-4831.
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January 2016
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
1
Sat
2
New Year’s Day
WINTER BREAK
NO SCHOOL
3
4
5
6
7
8
School Resumes
Panther Cub or
Black & Yellow
T-Shirt
Day
10
11
12
13
14
15
PTC Meeting
3:45pm-4:45pm
18
19
20
16
Panther Cub or
Black & Yellow
T-Shirt
Day
17
9
21
Martin Luther
King Jr. Day
NO SCHOOL
22
23
Sports Day
24
25
26
27
Family Night
5:30pm-7:30pm
28
Dad’s Breakfast
8:00am-8:40am
29
Teacher Preparation
NO SCHOOL
30
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PARENT TEACHER CLUB (PTC)
The PTC is an organization for our parents, teachers, and children
to coordinate and assist in a variety of activities such as reading
programs, classroom assistance, and general fund raising. Parents and teachers are all members and there are no dues. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month and childcare is
provided for small children. PTC goals can be achieved with the
help of active families and a supportive staff.
Community School
Vern Patrick is a grant funded community school. We offer before
and after school programming to include academic support and
enrichment opportunities to the students at a low cost or free to
families. It also, allows us to offer classes and opportunities for
parents and community members. During the 2015-16 school
year, four sessions of programming will be offered. Monday
through Thursday. There is no programming on Non-School
Days. Session dates to be determined.
Program Times
Snack and academic time on Monday, Tuesday Wednesday and
Thursday 3:35pm – 5:00pm (homework club, Math or Reading
tutoring)
Enrichment time on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
5:00pm – 6:00pm (dance, craft class, chess for success, sports
classes, etc.)
On Early Release Wednesdays, there will be a Career/Hobby Exploration Hour from 2:35pm-3:35pm in the gym. These will only
take place during the weeks we offer programming. (See dates
above.)
There will not be supervised care on the weeks there are no Session programs. Alternate care/arrangements will need to be made
for the students.
Look for the red flyer for a description of available opportunities.
For more information, contact our Community School Coordinator at (541)923-4832.
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February 2016
Sun
Mon
1
Tue
2
Wed
3
Thu
4
Fri
5
8
9
District Wide
Curriculum Day
NO SCHOOL
10
11
12
PTC Meeting
3:45pm-4:45pm
15
16
17
18
19
President’s Day
NO SCHOOL
Valentine’s Day
22
23
24
Family Night
5:30pm-7:30pm
Washington’s
Birthday
25
Dad’s Breakfast
8:00am-8:40am
28
20
Panther Cub or
Black & Yellow
T-Shirt
Day
21
13
Panther Cub or
Black & Yellow
T-Shirt
Day
14
6
Panther Cub or
Black & Yellow
T-Shirt
Day
Second Semester
Begins
7
Sat
26
27
Panther Cub or
Black & Yellow
T-Shirt
Day
29
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SPECIAL EDUCATION
The Educational Resource Center (ERC) offers assistance to students
tested and identified as eligible to receive services in language arts,
social/emotional needs and/or math. This may be on an individual
or small group basis. The child’s teacher, ERC Specialists, and our
Student Support Team (SST) will work together to determine eligibility and develop a plan for each student. Parents will be contacted
and asked to approve the plan for their child.
The Independent Living Skills (ILS) program provides educational
services for students who have a need for increased support.
TITLE IA
Title IA is a federally funded program that provides an opportunity
for students to benefit from additional instruction in reading. Children are selected for the program based on teacher recommendation
and reading test scores. Daily activities with small groups are designed to enhance the child’s phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension skills. Parent involvement is encouraged to make a difference in the student’s achievement and self esteem. If you have any
further questions, contact one of our Title IA specialists.
SPEECH AND LANGUAGE
Our speech and language therapist enhances language development
of primary students; and works with individual students who qualify
for specific speech needs, and conducts hearing testing for our students. Parents and teachers may make referrals.
TALENTED AND GIFTED
(Identification of Talented and Gifted Students)
In order to serve academically and intellectually talented and gifted
students in grades K-12, which includes talented and gifted students
from special populations such as cultural and ethnic minorities, the
disadvantaged, the underachieving gifted and disabled learners, the
district will identify students based on:
1. Behavioral, learning and/or performance information.
2. A nationally standardized mental ability test for assistance
in identifying intellectually gifted students.
3. A nationally standardized academic achievement test for
assistance in identifying academically talented students.
ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAMS
In accordance with OAR 581-22-317, Redmond School District offers alternative education to students enrolled in the District who
may benefit educationally in an alternative program. The District
shall grant credit for work satisfactorily completed in an alternative
education program as defined in ORS 339.605 and 339.615, and as
set forth in school board policy.
EXEMPTIONS
In accordance with OAR 581-22-415, Redmond School District may
excuse students from a state required program or learning activity,
where necessary, to accommodate students’ handicaps or religious
beliefs. If you wish to exempt your child from a program or activity,
please notify your child’s teacher.
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March 2016
Sun
Mon
Tue
1
Wed
2
Thu
3
Fri
4
5
Panther Cub or
Black & Yellow
T-Shirt
Day
6
7
8
9
10
Spring Pictures
PTC Meeting
3:45pm-4:45pm
13
14
15
16
17
22
SPRING BREAK
NO SCHOOL
27
28
Easter
23
SPRING BREAK
NO SCHOOL
29
School resumes
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SPRING BREAK
NO SCHOOL
30
Family Night
5:30pm-7:30pm
12
18
19
Parent Conferences
K-5th grade
NO SCHOOL
K-5
St. Patrick’s Day
21
11
Teacher Preparation
NO SCHOOL
Daylight Savings
Time begins
20
Sat
SPRING BREAK
NO SCHOOL
Parent Conferences
K-5th
NO SCHOOL
K-5
Spring Begins
25
26
SPRING BREAK
NO SCHOOL
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Dad’s Breakfast
8:00am-8:40am
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HEAD LICE (PEDICULOSIS)
Excludes students with live lice only. Allows attendance of students
with nits.
The Board recognizes that district programs should be conducted in a
manner that protects and enhances student and employee health and
is consistent with recognized health practices.
Consequently, in order to prevent the spread of Pediculosis (head
lice) in the school setting, district staff shall institute guidelines for
classrooms that will assist in the prevention and spread of head lice.
Students with suspected cases of lice will be referred to the school
nurse or building administrator for assessment. Students found with
live lice will be excluded from school. Students excluded from school
will be readmitted after assessment by designated personnel to confirm no lice present. Students found with nits (lice eggs) only or returning after exclusion with the presence of nits only will not be excluded, but will be subject to periodic checks to confirm continuing
absence of live lice.
HEALTH SERVICES
School District nurses are available on a consultation basis to the
schools. Vern Patrick shares its school nurse with one other Redmond school. She may be reached by leaving a message with our
school office.
It is always best if medication can be given at home. District policy
states that we may dispense medication at school only with a Physician’s order and signed parental permission. This applies to prescription and over-the-counter medications (such as cough drops and aspirin). If your child is prescribed an antibiotic to be taken 3 times
Successful treatment of head lice requires a coordinated approach
and may involve the use of anti-louse products, combing and imple- per day, give it in the morning, after school, and before bed. If it is
mentation of preventative measures recommended by health authori- given 4 times per day, we can give the noon dose at school. Our
ties. The district will provide parents of students found to have con- school needs the prescription in the original bottle or box.
tracted heads lice with treatment information. It is the district’s intent to not only eliminate the current infestation, but also to prevent a If your child receives a minor injury at school, we will care for
him/her at school. If the injury is more serious, we will notify the
repeat episode.
parents/guardians. Thus, it is very important that we have up-todate information on your child(ren) in our student data system! If
we cannot reach parents, we will call the other numbers listed as
emergency contacts. If we are unable to reach anyone, an ambulance
or law enforcement may be called if necessary.
COMMUNITY CLINIC INFORMATION
Redmond School Based Health Center, Located at Lynch Elementary
School at 1314 SW Kalama, Redmond, Or 97756,
(541) 504-3589.
Children who are ill with a contagious disease should be kept at
home. This includes severe colds or flu. If your child’s temperature
is 100 degrees or above, or if he/she has diarrhea or vomiting, he/
she must stay at home or will be sent home. In some cases, such as
impetigo or scabies, your child needs to be treated by a physician before they can return to school.
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April 2016
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Family Night
5:30pm-7:30pm
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Dad’s Breakfast
8:00am-8:40am
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Panther Cub or
Black & Yellow
T-Shirt
Day
Earth Day
24
16
Panther Cub or
Black & Yellow
T-Shirt
Day
18
9
Panther Cub or
Black & Yellow
T-Shirt
Day
PTC Meeting
3:45pm-4:45pm
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2
8
10
Sat
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30
Super Hero
Day
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COUNSELING
GETTING THE WORD OUT
Each month, a newsletter will be sent home to each of our families.
The newsletter is a great source of information regarding upcoming
events, days off, and general information. The newsletter will be sent
by email to the email address provided by parents on the registration
form. If you need a paper copy, please indicate that on the registration form. This is an important school to home communication tool.
Other sources of information include the bulletin boards located at
the east and west ends of the front hall, the reader board located at
the southwest corner of the front parking lot, and our web site at
www.redmond.k12.or.us/patrick. The District is working towards
FAMILY ACCESS NETWORK (FAN)
text message alerts for all families. Please watch for upcoming inforOur Family Center is designed to assist families at Vern Patrick School mation.
with human resource referrals such as alcohol and drug counseling,
domestic violence, child abuse, and mental health counseling. Our
VISITATIONS
family advocate can also help with housing, clothing, and school supplies. The Family Center is a great place to get information and acWe encourage parents/guardians to visit and/or have lunch with
cess to free wellness clinics, dental clinics, emergency medical care,
their child(ren). It is one of many ways to show the children that edand Oregon Health Plan applications. For more information call
ucation is important. If you wish to eat lunch with your child, please
Christina Diaz-Toledo (541) 923-4831.
check in at the front office upon your arrival to receive your visitor
nametag. The cost for an adult lunch from Nutrition Services is
$3.00. To optimize instructional time, please contact your child’s
teacher at least 24 hours in advance if you would like to make a
classroom visitation. In accordance with Redmond School District
policy, visitations from siblings, friends, or other relatives are not allowed except for lunch.
Our counselor works with students in small groups, individually, and
in the classroom setting. She is available for parent consultations and
will periodically offer classes designed to assist you, as parents, in
your very important role in the life of your child. Our emphasis is
always to support the home environment and provide a link between
home and school. For more information contact Julie Mann at (541)
923-4830.
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May 2016
Sun
1
Mon
2
Tue
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Wed
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Thu
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Fri
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13
PTC Meeting
3:45pm-4:45pm
Mother’s Day
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Dad’s Breakfast
8:00am-8:40am
21
Panther Cub or
Black & Yellow
T-Shirt
Day
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14
Panther Cub or
Black & Yellow
T-Shirt
Day
15
7
Panther Cub or
Black & Yellow
T-Shirt
Day
8
Sat
27
28
Western Day
29
30
31
Memorial Day
NO SCHOOL
Family Night
5:30pm-7:30pm
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STUDENT RECORDS
School personnel, the teacher, and office secretary should be
notified in advance when a student is being withdrawn so that
transfer documents can be prepared. In accordance with the
State of Oregon and the Federal Family Education Rights and
Privacy Act of 1974, you have the right to review the educational records and to request an amendment of specified contents of the education records pursuant to Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR) 581-21-300 if you believe that the contents
are inaccurate, misleading or in violation of the privacy or other rights of the student. You may request a hearing pursuant
to OAR 581-21-310 if you request an amendment to the education records and the amendment is not made by your former
school. The hearing will be conducted pursuant to OAR 58121-320.
FAMILY EDUCATION RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT
Current Oregon law allows the release of “Directory Information”
of a student through publication in a newspaper, parent newsletters, school handbook, or other recognized media forms without
prior permission from the student’s parent/guardian (or if the
student is 18 years of age or older). If the parent/guardian (or
student who is 18 years of age or older) wishes to keep the information confidential, he/she must contact the school the student
attends, either by phone or in writing, and direct the school to
keep the directory information confidential.
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June 2016
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Mon
Tue
Wed
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Thu
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Fri
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PTC Meeting
3:45pm-4:45pm
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14
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Last Day of School
K-11th grade
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25
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30
The Vern Patrick
Olympics
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20
Father’s Day
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11
Panther Cub or
Black & Yellow
T-Shirt
Day
12
4
Panther Cub or
Black & Yellow
T-Shirt
Day
5
Sat
Summer Begins
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PETS/ANIMALS IN SCHOOL
Arrangements for pet or animal visits to school are made through classroom teachers as per Redmond School District Board
“Pets/Animals in the School” policy which follows: Arrangements are to be made several days in advance of a visit.
Code: ING Adopted: 06/17/91 Redmond School District 2J Revised: 05/08/02
Animals are generally prohibited on district property. However, animals may be brought into classrooms for educational purposes.
The following guidelines apply to animals in district schools:
Permission must be obtained from the principal before animals are brought into the school. Special consideration should be given to
the effect of furred and feathered animals on allergic children prior to granting permission.
The owner and teacher will be responsible for the proper control of animals brought to school for instructional purposes,
including the effective protection of students when animals are in the school.
 Animals may not be transported on a school district bus.
 The teacher must assume primary responsibility that the animals in his/her classroom are adequately housed and cared for in
secure cages. The housing must be kept in a clean, sanitary condition and free from odor.
 Only the teacher or students designated by the teacher are to handle the animals.
 Staff members or students who have been bitten or otherwise injured by an animal shall immediately report such incident to
the principal and the nurse. The principal should notify the public health authorities if the injury merits medical follow-up.
An animal that bites or otherwise injures anyone must be removed from the premises and cannot be returned to any district
classroom or school in the future.
 If animals are to be kept in the classroom on days when classes are not in session, the teacher must make arrangements for
their care.
 Vaccinations should be documented for appropriate animals.
 Wild, poisonous or exotic animals are prohibited unless they are under the direct supervision of a trained representative and
have the principal’s authorization.
 Animal’s owners will be legally responsible for damage done to persons and property in school facilities and on school
grounds.
 Guide animals-in-training, and companion animals serving the disabled are an exception to this policy. These animals are to be
on a leash when in school facilities and on school grounds.
END OF POLICY Legal References: ORS 336.067 OAR 581-53-010 OAR 581-053-0015 (7) (j) ORS 346.620 OAR 581-053-0545
(4) (c) (v)
OAR 581-053-0550 (5) (x)
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2015
2016
STUDENT RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES HANDBOOK
About the Handbook
This handbook outlines the rights and responsibilities of students and the
standards for student conduct in Redmond School District.
It also provides information about the District and its services. Students and
parents or guardians are encouraged to read this handbook carefully and retain
it for future reference.
A detailed listing of the Board of Directors’ policies and procedures can be
found at the District’s web site: www.redmondschools.org.
Individual schools in the District have the authority to adopt and implement
school rules to assist them in implementing the policies established in this
handbook and School Board policies. Each school has a student handbook
that outlines more specific information about the rules and expectations for
students in the building. Students and families are encouraged to become
familiar with their home school’s handbook.
The Board of Directors has instituted policies that ensure the fair treatment of
students, families and the general public. The superintendent is responsible
for following the governance policies of the Board of Directors.
For questions or for more information, please contact the Redmond School
Disrict Office at 541-923-5437.
Redmond School District Leadership
Michael D. McIntosh, Superintendent
Office Phone: 541.923.8267
2015-16 Board of Directors
Rick Bailey, Board Chair
A.J. Losoya, Vice Chair
Tim Carpenter, Director
Johnny Corbin, Director
Board Secretary - Gina Blanchette
Office Phone: 541-923-8250
Redmond School District 2J
145 SE Salmon Dr., Redmond, OR 97756
www.redmondschools.org
Phone 541-923-5437
Fax 541-923-5142
Community Schools (K-8)
Terrebonne Community School
1199 B Ave., Terrebonne 541-923-4856
Principal: Trevor Flaherty
Tumalo Community School
19835 2nd St., Bend
Principal: Justin Nicklous
541-382-2853
Middle Schools (6-8)
Elton Gregory Middle School
1220 NW Upas Ave.
541-526-6440
Principal: Tracie Renwick
Assistant Principal: Marc Horner
Redmond School District Directory
District Administrative Office 541-923-KIDS (5437)
Superintendent’s Office
541-923-8267
Curriculum: Linda Seeberg
541-923-8245
Finance/Budget: Kathy Steinert 541-923-8927
Student Services: Martha Hinman 541-923-8260
Human Resources: Lynn Evans 541-923-8922
Facilities & Support Services:
JB Demaris541-923-4894
Communications: Kelly Jenkins 541-923-8233
Maintenance/Custodial:
Marcy Tretheway
541-923-8266
Nutrition Services: Keith Fiedler 541-923-8231
Transportation:
Michelle Rainville
541-923-4891
Obsidian Middle School
1335 SW Obsidian Ave.
Principal: Tami Nakamura
Assistant Principal: Sam Platt
High Schools (9-12)
Redmond High School
675 SW Rimrock Way
Principal: Tony Pupo
Assistant Principal: Paul Nolan
Assistant Principal: Chad Lowe
Dean of Students: Gene Dales
Elementary Schools (K-5)
John Tuck Elementary School
209 NW 10th St.
Principal: Dusty Porter
541-923-4800
Ridgeview High School
4555 SW Elkhorn Ave.
541-504-3600
Principal: Lee W. Loving
Assistant Principal: Jensine Peterson
Assistant Principal: Steve Stancliff
Dean of Students: Josh Davis
541-923-4884
M.A. Lynch Elementary School
1314 SW Kalama Ave .
541-923-4876
Principal: Rayna Nordstrom
District Sponsored Schools & Programs
Tom McCall Elementary School
1200 NW Upas Ave.
541-526-6400
Principal: Drew Frank
Sage Elementary School
2790 SW Wickiup Ave.
Principal: Carolyn Espinosa
541-923-4900
Edwin Brown Education Center
850 W. Antler Ave.
541-923-4868
Program Supervisor: Mark Keel
Redmond Proficiency Academy
657 Glacier Ave.
541-526-0882
Executive Director: Dr. Jon Bullock
541-316-2830
Vern Patrick Elementary School
3001 SW Obsidian Ave.
541-923-4830
Principal: Jennifer Hesse
Redmond K-12 Online
4555 SW Elkhorn Ave.
541-923-8928
Coordinator: Kristen Rooney-Gleeson
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Introduction
The Board of Directors of the Redmond School District believes that
each student should receive the best education its resources can provide. The District’s purpose is to provide each student the opportunity to realize success necessary for living a productive and rewarding
life in our society. As an integral component of the community, the
school district shares responsibility with families in providing an
educational program that will help each individual understand, solve
problems and accept responsibilities.
All students have rights. These rights carry related responsibilities on
the part of each student. Students are charged with the responsibility
to contribute to a positive educational climate, to actively participate
in the prescribed learning activities, to use considerate behaviors
and to protect their own rights and those of other people. Although
these rights and responsibilities are applicable to a total society, this
document is related to and is in force for those times and events that
are considered “school sponsored.” A school sponsored activity is
one or more of the following:
1. Activities on school grounds and in school facilities.
2. Financing, transportation, or supervision provided by the school
district.
3. Any activity that is the direct result of an in-school program.
4. An extended amount of class time taken to plan the activity.
The purpose of the Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook is:
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To establish clear expectations and standards of behavior that will
provide a safe, effective, and rewarding learning environment.
To notify parents and students of these educational rights and
responsibilities.
For a complete and comprehensive listing of district policies, please
visit http://www.redmond.k12.or.us/school-board/board-policies.
Student Code of Conduct/Discipline
Students have the right:
Click blue text to view district policy online.
To attend school free of corporal punishment. Corporal punishment
is defined as an act that willfully inflicts or willfully causes the infliction of physical pain upon a student.
Students have the responsibility:
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To expect fair, consistent and reasonable consequences for
non-compliance with school rules and policies as outlined in
this handbook and the individual school handbooks.
To pursue the prescribed course of study, submit to lawful
authority of teachers and school officials, contribute to a productive learning climate and conduct themselves in an orderly
fashion during the school day and school-sponsored activity.
Develop a positive behavior towards self-discipline.
Failure to comply with these responsibilities may result in the student being denied participation in extracurricular activities. Titles
and/or privileges granted to students may also be revoked
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(example: valedictorian, salutatorian, student body, class or club
office position, senior trip, prom, social activities, etc) for failure to
comply with these responsibilities.
School Board, Superintendent, District
Administrator Responsibilities
The School Board, through the Superintendent, has the responsibility to provide a quality educational program, to maintain highly qualified staff and give them full support in enforcing discipline that is
consistent with District policies and regulations. When a disciplinary
action is appealed, the Board will decide each case upon its merits.
Parent Responsibilities Whenever the term parent or parents is used in the handbook, it
shall refer to legal guardian or person with power of attorney to act as
a parent. The parent has the ultimate responsibility for the student’s
welfare. A parent needs to help the student learn, exercise self-control and develop socially acceptable standards of behavior.
The parent has the responsibility to set an example for the student,
especially as it affects respect for law, for the authority of the school,
and for the rights and property of others. By example, a parent can
attempt to instill within the student a desire to learn, a respect for
honest work and an interest in exploring various fields of knowledge.
The parent has the responsibility to know and review with his or
her child the regulations that govern the student’s school activities
and the consequences of disobeying those regulations. The parent
should, if possible, become acquainted with the school in which the
student is enrolled through back-to-school nights, parent/teacher
conferences, school functions and classroom visitations. During
school hours all parents and visitors are required to sign-in at the
main office and obtain a visitor’s pass.
The parent has the responsibility to have the student attend school
regularly. Parents have the responsibility to inform the school in
person, by phone or in writing of their child’s absence and the reason. The student should be clean, in good health, free from communicable disease, in compliance with the requirements of Oregon’s
immunization law, and dressed appropriately.
School Administrator Responsibilities
Administrators have the responsibility for providing leadership to
staff and students in an effort to create the best possible teaching
and learning environment. Administrators have the responsibility to
carry out School District policies and regulations and to make these
known to staff, students, and parents.
Administrators also have the responsibility to maintain an environment that is safe and conducive to an orderly education. Like
teachers and parents, administrators have the responsibility to be an
example for students by showing respect for law and order and by
demonstrating self-discipline and concern for all persons
under their authority. Administrators will be fair, firm
Student Dress and Grooming
and consistent, maintain open lines of communication and demonstrate respect in decisions affecting students.
In regard to disciplinary action, Administrators may consult with
teachers, counselors, and students. Administrators should communicate with parents to establish procedures to improve student behavior
when needed. Administrators shall follow processes as outlined in
District regulations, inform parents of actions and related policies
involving their student, and maintain records of disciplinary actions.
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Staff Responsibilities
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Staff members of the school have the responsibility to guide a student’s educational and behavioral experience while he/she is involved
in school and school sponsored activities. All members of the staff
shall work with parents in a cooperative manner.
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All staff members shall model by their work and personal example,
their respect for law and school rules. A staff member’s conduct and
guidance should encourage within the student a desire to learn, a respect for honest work, and an interest in various fields of knowledge.
Staff members have an obligation to explain student responsibilities
and to take appropriate action with those students who disobey
outlined expectations.
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To maintain their person in such a manner as to comply with
health, sanitary, and safety standards.
To dress and groom so that the teaching/learning process is not
disrupted.
Dress and grooming shall be age-appropriate and reflect the
norms and values of the community.
Students who represent the school in voluntary activities may be
required to conform to dress and grooming standards defined by
the school and approved by the superintendent. Student participation may be denied if those standards are not met.
Clothing shall be free from advertisement slogans related to
alcohol, drugs, tobacco, sexual innuendoes and gang symbols.
Freedom of Expression
Staff members have a responsibility to demonstrate concern for the
individual student. This will be reflected by methods of teaching
and encouraging the students for achievement and responsible
behavior. A staff member will be fair, firm, and consistent in active
reinforcement of school regulations within the educational arena
(i.e., classrooms, hallways, restrooms, cafeteria, library, school buses,
school grounds, etc.) not only during the school day, but at all school
sponsored activities. All staff members shall demonstrate respect for
parents, students, and other staff members.
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School officials have the authority, rights, duties, and responsibilities
similar to parents with respect to student behavior in the school
setting and at school-sponsored activities.
To express themselves in writing, verbally, or by assembly, as
long as that expression does not violate the rights of others or
substantially disrupt the educational environment.
To attend a school in an atmosphere free from assault (verbal
and physical), name-calling, profanities, obscenities, racial or
ethnic slurs, ridicule, bullying, threats of physical harm, harassment, and privacy invasion.
To express their feelings for friends, staff, or anyone else in an
appropriate manner.
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Bill of Rights
Student Rights
To dress and groom as they and their parents choose within the
guidelines set by board policy and each school.
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Students have a right to have access to a copy of the Student Rights
and Responsibilities handbook, the school’s handbook, and to appeal
disciplinary decisions of staff and administration in accordance with
district policy.
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To respect another person’s justifiable right to privacy. Not to
invade, either verbally or in publications, another person’s lawful
right to privacy without that person’s consent.
For the effects of their expression on other individuals or
groups. Students must follow the school rules. These include
but are not limited to: no verbal or written assaults, menacing, profanities, obscenities, harassment, ridicule or bullying.
All such behavior may result in disciplinary action.
To restrain from public display of private affection.
Speech:
The student has the responsibility to read and become aware of the
contents of the school’s handbook. The student will follow staff directions, and will comply explicitly with requests given by a teacher,
administrator, school employee and/or volunteer. Each student must
comply with rules of the Redmond School District. Students will
promote a safe school environment by protecting their own rights
and the rights of others.
The student is entitled to verbally express his/her personal opinion.
The use of verbal assaults; profanity; language and/or material that
are lewd, vulgar, and obscene; harassment or ridicule will not be
tolerated and may result in disciplinary action.
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Students may not distribute material that is defamatory or libelous;
threatens or intimidates an individual or group; is obscene; contains
vulgar or offensive language; advocates breaking school or District
rules or advocates unlawful acts.
Distribution Guidelines:
Arrangements to distribute non-school sponsored publications must
be made with the administrators or principal. Guidelines will be set
and must be followed. Not obeying or checking with the administration can result in disciplinary action.
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Liability:
Search and Seizure
The District cannot take responsibility for non-school related publications. The authors, editors, publishers, distributors, and all others
in any way associated with a non-school publication remain solely
liable for any claims or litigation which may result and should not in
any way rely upon any District permission to distribute, but should
rely upon the advice of their own attorney.
Assembly:
All formal student meetings that occur on school grounds shall
function only as a part of the educational process and as authorized
in advance by the principal. Students gathered formally or informally
shall not be a disruption to the educational process or infringe upon
the rights of others.
Prohibition of Secret Societies, Gangs, Hate Groups:
Secret societies, gangs, hate groups, or any other groups, which
advocate hatred, discrimination, or violence on any issue, are banned
from the Redmond School District. Likewise any of the activities of
such groups and their members are prohibited in district facilities
and at school functions. Prohibited activities include, but are not
limited to: congregation of members, the solicitation or recruitment
of members, the possession of group paraphernalia and materials,
writing or displaying gang graffiti, the intimidation of others, the
advocacy of discrimination, and any other behavior which the school
administration finds disruptive such as the wearing of gang colors,
weaponed attire, insignia, and such language, codes and gestures that
provoke violence or seek to advocate the purpose and objectives of
such groups. Disciplinary action may include suspension or expulsion.
Religious Instruction
A student attending public school may be excused from school for
periods not exceeding two hours in a week for elementary pupils
and five hours in any week for secondary pupils to attend weekday
schools giving instruction in religion. Parent or guardian must apply
to the school in which the student is enrolled for release for instruction in religion. Transportation is not provided by School District
Search, Seizure, and Questioning
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To be present, whenever reasonable, when his or her property or
school property in use by such students is being searched. There
may be occasions, however, when school officials believe it is in
the best interests of the safety of the students or the general welfare of the school to conduct a search in the student’s absence. 5
To cooperate with the school staff and/or law enforcement.
Not to bring upon school premises dangerous weapons or “lookalikes”, unlawful drugs or other prohibited substances or items
constituting a threat to the health or safety of any person.
The School Board seeks to assure a climate in the schools that is appropriate for institutions of learning and that assures the safety and
welfare of personnel and students. To assist the Board in attaining
these goals, school officials may search the person and the personal
property, including the facility or property provided by the school.
Searches may also be conducted in areas such as student assigned
lockers and private vehicles brought onto campus by a student.
School officials may seize any property deemed injurious or detrimental to the safety and welfare of students and personnel if school officials
have reason to believe an illegal act or a violation of school rules and
regulations is being committed or is about to be committed.
Technology/Electronic Communications
The Redmond School District will provide students with access to
the district’s electronic communications network. This network
includes communications between all of the district’s local area networks and Internet access.
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Students will be held accountable when they promote or teach
the misuse of the district’s electronic communications network.
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To use the district’s network for educational purposes including
classroom activities and professional or career development.
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To abide by the district’s Responsible Use Agreement while
accessing the district’s electronic communications network.
Responsible use of Redmond School District’s technology resources
is to be ethical, respectful, academically honest, and supportive of
the district’s mission. Each user has the responsibility to respect every
other person in our community and on the Internet. Digital storage
and electronic devices used for school purposes will be treated as
extensions of the physical school space. Administrators, or their
designees, may review files and communications (including electronic mail) to ensure that users are using the system in accordance with
school district policy.
Redmond School District reserves the right to deny or
limit access to technology and/or Internet to anyone.
Violating any portion of the Responsible Use Agreement may result
in disciplinary action, including temporary or permanent ban on
computer or Internet use, suspension or dismissal from
school, and/or legal action.
Click here to view a comprehensive listing of district policies online.
Attendance & Enrollment
Equal Educational Opportunity/
Anti-discrimination Click blue text to view district policy online.
All students between the ages of 7 and 18, who have not completed
grade 12, are required to attend school unless otherwise exempted
by law. School staff will monitor and report violations of the state
compulsory attendance law. Students not attending school on a
regular basis will be referred to the school district Attendance Officer
and/or District Attorney along with county agencies assigned to keep
kids in school.
The Redmond School District shall provide programs and activities
based on equality for all students. No person shall on the basis of
disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, creed, or
gender be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of,
or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or
activity administered or authorized by the Redmond School Board in
accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972; section 504
of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended; and Title II of the
Americans with Disabilities Act. Distinctions on the basis of age are
permitted where district policy, statutes, regulatory agencies and the
welfare of the child or other children dictate.
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To attend school if they have reached the age of five by September 1, have not completed graduation requirements, or reached
the age of 19. If a student’s 19th birthday occurs during the
school year he/she shall continue to be eligible for the remainder
of the school year. Students may attend school until the age of
21 if the student is receiving special education or the student is
shown to be in need of additional education in order to receive
an appropriate diploma or certificate.
To receive information about alternative education programs
when erratic attendance, serious disciplinary issues, or poor
performance and effort are keeping the student from benefiting
from his/her educational program.
Schools have the right to determine placement of students as
needed into alternative educational programs when erratic attendance, serious disciplinary issues or poor performance and effort
are keeping the student from benefiting from his/her education
program.
The Redmond School District Director of Human Resources has
been designated to coordinate compliance with these legal requirements and may be contacted at the District office for additional
information and/or compliance issues.
Student/Parent Complaints
A student or parent who has a complaint concerning instructional
materials or a specific staff member should first bring the matter to
the staff member. If the outcome is not satisfactory, a conference
with the principal, superintendent or designee may be requested.
Appeals may be made to the School Board in accordance with Board
policy. A student and/or parent with a complaint regarding possible
discrimination of a student should contact the school administrator.
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To attend school in the attendance area in which they reside
unless otherwise approved through the transfer process.
To attend classes on all scheduled school days at the school in
which they are enrolled.
To be punctual and observe policies governing absences or late
arrivals.
School Environment
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Parents have the responsibility:
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To inform the school by phone or in writing of their child’s
absence and the reason.
Any parent who fails to comply with compulsory attendance
requirements may be issued a citation for the student’s failure to
attend school.
Additionally, a parent or guardian or other person lawfully
charged with the care or custody of a student under 15 years of
age, may be found by the courts to have committed the offense
of failing to supervise a child who has failed to attend school as
required.
To attend school in a safe environment free of harassment, theft,
drugs, vandalism, intimidation, or any threat to personal safety.
To attend a school that is free of fighting or physical abuse.
To attend school without disruptions.
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To respect the rights of staff, students, community and others.
To seek the assistance of authority when they have knowledge
of any situation that would violate the safety of an individual or
the school community.
To resolve personal disputes in a peaceful and responsible manner that will maintain and contribute to a productive learning
environment.
To treat fellow students and staff respectfully.
To keep disruptions from devices (e.g. pagers, cell phones)
and negative behavior such as altercations, name calling, or
fighting out of the school environment.
To respect the authority of the school and law enforcement
when dealing with lawful requests. They also have a responsibility to assist the authority in resolving conflicts when
possible.
Freedom from Discrimination
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All students are entitled to attend Redmond Public Schools free from
discrimination based on disability, national origin, ancestry, race,
religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, or marital status.
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To be free from discrimination and are protected in this right
by board policy, state and federal law. If a student believes they
have been discriminated against because of their race, color,
creed, gender, ancestry, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, or disability they should inform their parent and immediately report the incident to a school administrator or counselor.
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Student drivers must hold a valid driver’s license and the vehicles
must be licensed, insured and registered with the school administration.
All vehicles parked on school property are under the jurisdiction of the district and will be subject to search when there is a
reasonable suspicion to believe an illegal act, violation of student
conduct or district policy has occurred.
Students shall not loiter in cars or in the parking lot during the
school day.
The speed limit on campus is 10 miles per hour.
Student vehicles will be cited and towed away at owner expense
if they are parked in unauthorized areas.
Student drivers are subject to additional regulations defined in
each high school’s parent/student handbook.
School Campus Mobility
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To not discriminate against others. The board expects students to contribute to a productive learning environment and
respect all individuals in the school community. Students who
are found to have discriminated against persons in the school
setting, to and from school, or at school sponsored events shall
subject themselves to disciplinary action leading up to and
including suspension and expulsion.
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To be informed of and participate in an appropriate course of
studies.
To be informed of the teacher’s expectations for them in their
classes.
To be informed of their academic progress.
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To participate in class and complete the assigned work in a
timely manner.
To behave in a manner that does not disrupt the school environment.
To demonstrate a high degree of academic integrity.
To refrain from plagiarism or any form of cheating.
To monitor their own academic performance.
Motor Vehicles
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To drive licensed motor vehicles only to high schools subject
to availability of parking and compliance with school vehicle
policies.
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To adhere to the following rules and regulations:
Student vehicles operated on school premises are subject to local
and state traffic ordinances and all traffic citations double in
school zones.
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To know that all schools, with the exception of the high schools,
have a closed campus. Movement of students during required
school hours is confined to school property except when specifically released for reasons such as medical appointments or
educational programs such as cooperative work experience and
field trips.
To be released from campus with parent and/or administrative
permission on file in the school office.
To remain on campus at all times unless released and signed out
to leave campus.
To know and comply with individual school campus regulations.
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To know the specific regulations concerning campus mobility
will vary from school to school and affect age groups differently.
Where these rules apply, students are required to sign in and
out when arriving or departing from school. All schools have
regulations concerning signing in and out.
Personal Communication Devices
Students and staff should be allowed to complete their tasks without the interruption of personal communication devices such as
pagers, cell phones, or audio headsets (other than for school use)
while attending school or school associated activities, on or off the
school property including school buses. If the communication
device disrupts the educational environment or impacts the safety of
others it is subject to being confiscated and forfeited to the district.
Exceptions are: police officers, school administrators, staff, and
active members of the emergency medical technicians. A personal
communication device is one that emits an audible signal, vibrates,
displays a message or otherwise summons or delivers a communication to the possessor. If the personal communication device disrupts
the educational environment it is subject to being confiscated and
forfeited to the district.
Illegal Acts and School Violations
Contact your school office for information about required pupil
medical forms.
Violation of school rules and regulations, based on severity and
frequency, may result in reprimand and warning, detention, removal
of privileges, suspension, or expulsion. In matters other than minor
and routine instances, parents will be involved and informed. In all
cases of suspension or expulsion, due process procedures will be no
less than those required by District policy and law. (Those procedures
are described throughout this handbook.)
Forgery
Forgery includes any attempt to deceive. Examples are signing another’s name to an excuse, assignment, or other document as well as
changing or altering school documents.
Gang Activity or Conduct
In addition to rules and regulations of Redmond School District
described in this publication, students are expected to obey the laws
of the State of Oregon and of the United States. On school property,
and at school-sponsored activities, violations of public laws will result
in disciplinary action taken by school authorities regardless of
whether or not law enforcement is involved.
Any student behavior promoting or imitating gang involvement or
activity through attire, language, or nonverbal gestures (including
graffiti) is prohibited.
Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying
The following conduct will constitute grounds for disciplinary
action:
Arson
Harassment, intimidation, or bullying means any act that substantially interferes with a student’s educational benefits, opportunities or
performance, that takes place on or immediately adjacent to school
grounds, at any school-sponsored activity, on school-provided transportation, at any official school bus stop, and that may
be based on, but not limited to, the protected class status of a person,
or that has the effect of physically harming a student or damaging
a student’s property, knowingly placing a student in reasonable fear
of physical harm to the student or damage to the student’s property,
or creating a hostile educational environment, including interfering
with the psychological well-being of a student.
Arson is the intentional setting of fire to property or facilities. Setting off false alarms is also grounds for disciplinary action. Schools
are required to report a deliberately set fire to local fire authorities.
Copyright Violations, Plagiarism or Cheating
It is the intent of Redmond School District to adhere to the provisions of copyright laws. Students in violation of copyright laws will
be subject to discipline. Academic dishonesty/cheating involves use
of prohibited information or plagiarizing material that is not one’s
own.
Hazing
Disruptive, unsafe, or abusive conduct that deprives other students
of the right to learn or that interferes with the instructional program
in the classroom will not be tolerated.
Hazing includes, but is not limited to, any act that recklessly or
intentionally endangers the mental health, physical health, or
safety of a student for the purpose of initiation or as a condition or
precondition of attaining membership in, or affiliation with,
any District-sponsored activity or grad level attainment. Hazing includes, but is not limited to, forced consumption of any drink, food,
or drug, forced exposure to the elements, forced exclusion from
social contact, sleep deprivation or any other forced activity that
could adversely affect the mental, or physical health or safety of a
student, or that requires, encourages, authorizes or permits another to be subject to wearing or carrying any obscene or physically
burdensome article, assignment of pranks to be performed, or other
such activities intended to degrade or humiliate.
Drugs and Alcohol
Menacing
Cyberbullying
Cyberbullying means the use of any electronic communication
device to harass, intimidate, or bully.
Disruptive or Unsafe Behavior
Menacing includes, but is not limited to, any act intended to place a
school employee, student, or third party, in fear of imminent serious
physical injury.
It is unlawful for a student to possess, purchase, use, distribute or
be under the influence of an illegal substance, or an imitation illegal
substance; or to possess, purchase, use, distribute or be under the
influence of a restricted or controlled substance for which the
student does not have a prescription. It is also unlawful for a student
to distribute his/her own prescription drug to others. Everyday
items to alter mood or state of mind are prohibited.
Physical Violence or Threats of Physical
Violence Click blue text to view district policy online.
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Physical violence is conduct resulting in physical harm to one’s self,
Unlawful Interference with School
Authorities
to others, or to property, including fighting in a school building,
on the school grounds or nearby vicinity, on District vehicles, or
at school-sponsored activities. Threats of physical violence include
threats of harm to one’s self, to others, or to school property, and
menacing.
Willful disobedience, insubordination, open defiance, intimidation,
or threat of force or violence against a school employee is a violation
of State Law.
Profane or Obscene Language
Unsafe or Improper Use of a Vehicle
Words and/or acts that infringe on the moral standards of most
students cannot be tolerated in an atmosphere where attendance is
required by law.
While on school property, all vehicles will be used in a safe
and non-disruptive manner. Parking regulations are enforced.
Unsafe vehicle use leads to campus restrictions or law enforcement
contact. Any student leaving campus by vehicle is responsible for his
or her own actions.
Regulated Campus Violations
Once a student arrives on a campus, he/she is not allowed to leave
except for authorized reasons. Schools may have areas of the
building or campus that are restricted to students and unauthorized
persons.
Vandalism
Vandalism is defacing or damaging property. A student who commits
an act of vandalism may be disciplined, suspended, or expelled. The
parent or guardian of the student is liable for the payment for such
damage if the student is younger than 18. (ORS 339.260)
Teen Dating Violence
Teen dating violence is defined as use or threats of physical, mental
or emotional abuse to control another individual who is in a dating
relationship with the person, where one or both persons are 13 to 19
years of age.
Theft
Weapons
Theft is the act of stealing personal or public property. Any student
who commits or attempts to commit an act of theft against another
student, the School District, or any other party, will be subject to
disciplinary action and referred to the appropriate law enforcement
agency. (Students are urged not to bring valuables or large amounts
of money to school. Beyond the teaching of personal responsibility
and honesty, the school cannot assume direct responsibility for a
student’s personal belongings.)
Redmond School District is a member of the Safe Schools Alliance
(SSA) and follows SSA and law enforcement protocols when handling violations. Students found to have brought, possessed, concealed or used a dangerous or deadly weapon, firearm or destructive
device in violation of this policy shall be expelled for a period of
not less than one year. All other violations of the policy will result
in discipline up to and including expulsion and/or referral to law
enforcement, as appropriate.
The possession, use, or distribution of tobacco or its imitation
in any form by students violates Oregon Law and District policy.
Tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, will not be allowed on
school property, in School District vehicles, or at school events or
activities.
Trespassing
Students shall not bring, possess, conceal or use a weapon on or at
district property, activities under the jurisdiction of the district or
interscholastic activities administered by a voluntary organization
approved by the State Board of Education (i.e., Oregon School
Activities Association). This includes destructive devices, replicas
of weapons, and any item used as a weapon. Weapons include all
types of firearms plus any weapon, device, instrument, material, or
substance that is capable of causing serious physical injury or death
under the circumstances in which it is used, attempted to be used, or
threatened to be used.
Tobacco
In accordance with the federal Gun-Free School Zone Act, possession or discharge of a firearm in a school zone is prohibited. A
“school zone” is defined by federal law as in or on school grounds or
“within 1000 feet of school grounds”.
Students who have been suspended or expelled from school and
persons of school age who are present but not enrolled in the school
may be subject to the appropriate State Law or City Ordinance
related to trespass. Criminal trespass charges may be made when
a person’s presence has been denied or restricted from a campus.
Parents/guardians under court order restraint pertaining to a student
will also be denied campus access.
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Disciplinary Procedures
Expulsion
Students/Parents have the right:
Expulsion means that a student is removed from school and all
school-related activities for an extended period of time not to exceed
beyond one calendar year. Expulsions are recommended by the
principal or his designate to the District Hearing Officer.
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To be presented with a verbal or written statement of the charges.
To be given the opportunity to be heard and present his/her
view of the occurrence.
To all due process guarantees contained in the school district’s
stated procedure for suspension and/or expulsion.
The decision by the hearings officer will be communicated to the
superintendent for School Board action. The superintendent may
modify the expulsion requirement for a student on a case-by-case
basis.
Students/Parents have the responsibility:
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The decision of the hearings officer may be appealed to the School
Board. Expulsion is used in cases of extreme severity or for repeated serious violation of school rules or District regulations. District
procedure provides for written notification to the students’ parents,
identification of alternate education options, the right to a hearing,
all rights guaranteed by due process, and rights unique to students
with an IEP or students subject to IDEA.
To comply with school rules and regulations at school and at all
school related activities as outlined in the introduction of this
handbook.
To obey all federal, state, and local laws.
To submit to the lawful authority of school personnel.
To conduct themselves individually and collectively in an orderly fashion.
Suspension
Recommendation for expulsion will be considered in the first
instance, but not limited to, in the following cases:
Suspension temporarily removes the privilege and duty of a student
to attend school and/or school activities for a period of time up to,
but not exceeding, ten school days. In determining the length of the
suspension, the principal will take into account the severity of the act
and the previous behavior of the student. Suspension periods are not
to exceed ten consecutive school days. Depending upon the circumstances and the infraction, attempts to notify parents should begin as
quickly as possible when a suspension looks imminent.
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Possession of any type of weapon.
Alcohol or controlled substances.
Serious endangerment of others.
Activity in secret societies, gang activity or hate groups.
Fighting.
Assault or menacing against any fellow student or school employee.
Willful disobedience.
Willful damage or injury to school property.
Use of threats, intimidation, harassment or coercion against any
fellow student or school employee.
10. Open defiance of a staff member’s authority.
11. Use or display of profane or obscene language.
Suspension may be made by the principal or his/her designee. Temporary suspension may be necessary while officials review evidence
and possibly take further action. In the case of a suspension, the
student is informed of the suspension charges by the administration
and asked to explain his/her view of the event. When the decision to
suspend is made, parents are notified and a procedure for reinstatement and appeal is explained. When a student with an Individual
Education Plan (IEP) is being considered for suspension or expulsion
from school, all procedures mandated by Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) will be addressed.
Admission of Students on Expulsion:
The School Board shall deny for a period not to exceed one calendar
year from the date of the expulsion, regular school admission to students who have become residents and who are under expulsion from
another school district for a weapons policy violation.
A conference may be required for the student and/or the student’s
parents before reinstatement takes place.
The Board may also deny regular school admission to students who
have become residents and who are under expulsion from another
school district for reasons other than a weapons policy violation.
Any reinstatement requirements other than simply returning to class
shall be presented in written form and contained in the suspension
letter or referral form.
Sexual Harassment Complaints
Upon return to school, students have the right to make up assignments missed during the time of suspension and to be granted credit.
All persons associated with the School District including but not
limited to the Board of Directors, employees, volunteers, and students are expected to conduct themselves at all times as to provide an
atmosphere free from sexual harassment.
It shall be the responsibility of the student to take the initiative to
obtain make-up assignments. It will be the responsibility of the
instructor to provide any additional instruction.
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Any person who engages in sexual harassment while acting as a
member of the school community will be in violation of this policy.
The student and/or parent with a complaint should contact a school
administrator, compliance officer or the superintendent. Examples
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Visual - ogling, staring, inappropriate gestures.
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life, lewd comments, dirty/sexual jokes, whistling.
Recorded - unwanted written comments, abusive words or
images (this includes digital messages such as e-mails and text
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Touching - violating space, patting, grabbing, pinching, caressing, and kissing.
Power-relationships - using power to request dates, sex, etc.
Intimidation - threats, demands.
Force - rape, physical assault.
The following are state regulations from OAR 581-53-010:
ORS: Chapter 820; 332.405, OAR: 581-21-010
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Reporting
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Students who believe they are being hazed, harassed, intimidated or
bullied, menaced, a victim of teen dating violence or discriminated
against should report the situation to any of the following persons
immediately:
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Assistant principal of the school
Principal of the school
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Any employee receiving a report of harassment or discrimination
from a student shall report the matter to the principal immediately.
In the event the complaint involves the principal, the matter shall be
reported to the superintendent or a compliance officer. In addition,
any employee who becomes aware of a harassment or discrimination
situation involving a student has a duty to report this situation to
the principal, superintendent, or compliance officer immediately.
Any student who becomes aware that a fellow student is being hazed,
harassed, intimidated or bullied, menaced, a victim of teen dating
violence or discriminated against should report the incident to a
teacher, counselor, the assistant principal, or the principal.
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Students have the option of anonymously reporting suspicious illegal
activity, bullying, criminal activity, abuse, theft or other concerns to
the Redmond Police Department through the Text a Tip partnership
with Redmond School District. An individual may call or text 541316-5585 with their anonymous tip.
Bus route information is available at each school, the transportation
office and online at www.redmondschools.org. Bus routes and stop
times may be adjusted at any time. If your child fails to return home
at his/her expected time, contact the school first.
To ride District buses as provided when students live one or
more miles from the school (in the case of elementary school
students) and one and one-half or more miles from school (in
the case of middle school and high school students) and/or
students who have to cross a hazardous area. Buses travel only
on city, county, or state maintained paved roads.
Please keep in mind there may be many reasons for a bus to be late
on its route. A bus could be late if there is a substitute driver, if there
are mechanical problems, traffic tie-ups, inclement weather, or poor
road conditions.
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To be at the bus stop five minutes before the scheduled pick up
time.
Pupils being transported are under authority of
the bus driver.
Fighting, wrestling, or boisterous activity is prohibited on the
bus.
Pupils shall use the emergency door only in case of emergency.
Pupils shall be on time for the bus both morning and evening.
Pupils shall not bring firearms, weapons, or other potentially
hazardous material on the bus.
Pupils shall not bring animals, except approved
assistance guide animals on the bus.
Pupils shall remain seated while the bus is in motion.
Pupils may be assigned seats by the bus driver.
When necessary to cross the road, pupils shall cross in front of
the bus or as instructed by the bus driver.
Pupils shall not extend their hands, arms, or head through bus
windows.
Pupils shall have written permission to leave the bus other than
at home or school.
Pupils shall converse in normal tones; loud or vulgar language is
prohibited.
Pupils shall not open or close windows without permission of
the driver.
Pupils shall keep the bus clean and must refrain from damaging it.
Pupils shall be courteous to the driver, to fellow pupils, and
passersby.
Pupils who refuse to obey promptly the directions of the driver
or refuse to obey regulations may forfeit their privilege to ride
on the bus.
Route Information
Bus Transportation
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To participate in a bus evacuation drill each year.
Students must follow the rules governing behavior on school
buses or may forfeit the right to ride. Students should understand that the bus driver is responsible for the safety of students.
A licensed teacher is responsible for establishing departure times
of field trips and or maintaining order during field trip activities.
To become an Oregon School Bus Driver, a person must meet very
specific requirements establised by federal and State Law.
Drivers for Redmond School District are expected to
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maintain discipline while operating the bus in a safe manner. Each
driver has received several types of training. In addition to behindthe-wheel training, the drivers are required to attend on-going
instruction and to be proficient in first aid procedures and student
behavior management.
Eligible students and their parents have the responsibility:
The Parent
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Take the time to go over the bus rules and make certain your
child understands them.
Be sure your child is at the bus stop 5 minutes prior to the
signed stop time. (Most school buses run multiple routes and
the driver cannot wait for a child who is late.)
If your child needs to leave the bus at a scheduled stop other
than his/her normal home stop, provide the bus driver with
a note of authorization with your signature. If the afternoon
school bus becomes overloaded at the school, the students with
notes will be asked to get off and go to the office to call home.
Instruct your child to safely walk to and from the bus stop.
Instruct your child to stand to the side of the road when waiting
for the bus.
The following items are not allowed on the bus: animals, glass
containers, aerosol cans, skateboards, fishing poles, snowboards,
hockey sticks, weapons or look-alike weapons, golf clubs, helium balloons, skis, shovels, or laser pens.
Roller blades and shoes with wheels must be transported in a
duffle bag or backpack. Craft projects must be in a bag or box.
Any item used in an unsafe manner may be confiscated and the
student must bring a parent to the office to retrieve it.
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The district forwards education records requested under OAR 581-0210255 (Transfer of Student Education Records). Digital recordings,
depending on how they are used in student disciplinary proceedings, may
become a part of a student’s education record.
Release of Directory Information
Current Oregon law allows the release of “Directory Information”
of a student without prior permission from the student’s parent or
guardian (or the student, if 18 years of age or older). If the parent or
guardian (or student if 18 years of age or older) wishes to keep the
information confidential, he/she must contact the school the student
attends, in writing, and direct the school to keep directory information confidential.
Student Records
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) requires
that parents and eligible students be notified annually of their rights
relating to student records.
Directory information is information contained in a student education record which is not generally considered harmful or an invasion
of privacy if released for use in local school publications, other media
and for such other purposes as deemed appropriate by school administration. It is defined as the student’s name, address, telephone
number, name of parent or guardian, picture, date and place of birth,
major field of study, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, weight, height, year in school, dates of attendance,
degrees and awards received, and the most recent previous school
attended by the student.
Parents and eligible students have the right:
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educational records. The request should specify as precisely as
possible the record to be inspected. For additional guidance
please refer to Board Policy JO/IGBAB-AR.
To make a written request to the principal to amend any of the
student’s educational records to ensure that they are accurate,
not misleading or othewise in violation of the student’s privacy or other rights. The request should identify the part of the
record they want changed and specify why it should be changed.
If the school denies the request to amend the record, the parent
or eligible student may request a hearing regarding the request
for amendment. For additional guidance please refer to Board
Policy JO/IGBAB-AR.
To make a written request to the principal within 15 days of
receipt of this information if they do not wish to have their directory information disclosed. If no written request is received,
the district may disclose information deemed to be directory
information in compliance with district policy.
To inspect and review the student’s records.
To request the amendment of the student’s educational records
to ensure that they are not inaccurate, misleading or otherwise
in violation of the student’s privacy or other rights.
To provide written consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student’s education records,
except to the extent that state law and applicable board policy
authorize disclosure of personally identifiable information without consent.
To file with the U.S. Department of Education a complaint
concerning alleged failures by the district to comply with the
requirements of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act;
and
To obtain a copy of the district’s education records policy.
Directory information considered by the District to be detrimental
will not be released. In order to protect student privacy, and to prevent unwanted solicitation of students and their families, the district
will release either students’ names or students’ addresses. The district
will not release names and addresses together, except in a health or
safety emergency to law enforcement or other agencies as designated
by law.
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Disclosure of Information to Military
Recruiters and CollegesClick blue text to view district policy online.
develop plans for the management of asbestos-containing materials
in their buildings.
The Redmond School District completed the inspections and developed the management plans for buildings throughout the District.
Ongoing surveillance of the asbestos is being carried out every six
months. Asbestos materials are being managed according to the
plan in each building and which plans are available at each building
for review during regular office hours. Any questions regarding this
matter can be directed to the District Administration Office at 541923-KIDS, or the principal of the school.
In accordance with the Elementary and Secondary Education Act
of 1965 (ESEA), and with the district’s desire to promote higher
education, upon written request the District will release students
names, telephone numbers, and addresses to recruiters for the United
States military and to colleges and other post-secondary educational
institutions. Parents who do not want information released on their
students have the opportunity to decline during registration of their
student at the beginning of each school year.
Notice of Integrated Pest Management Plan
Other Information
Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 634.700-634.750 requires all
Oregon public schools, kindergarten through community college,
to implement Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices. It is
mandatory for each school facility to provide notice of pesticide
application to students, families and the community. Application
notices are posted at the site of application as well as the facility’s
website and district website. A list of potential pesticide products
that could be used as well as procedures for pest emergencies can be
found online on the district website at:
http://www.redmond.k12.or.us/departments/facilities/ipm/
Interscholastic Athletics
The Redmond School District 2J is a member of the Oregon School
Athletics Association (OSAA). In all athletic matters, the Board will
adhere to the policies, rules and regulations of that body.
Education Standards Complaints
Any resident of the District or parent of a student attending district
schools may make an appeal or complaint alleging violation of the
District’s compliance with an educational standard as provided by
the State Board of Education.
District Policies and Administrative
Regulations are Available Online
The complainant should first discuss the nature of the alleged violation with the school principal. If the complainant wishes to pursue
the matter further, he/she will be provided upon request a copy of all
applicable district procedures.
School district policies and regulations are periodically adjusted to
comply with changes in state and federal laws. While Redmond
School District make every effort to keep the Student Rights and
Responsibilities Handbook up to date, some changes to policies may
be made after publication. A complete listing of district policies and
regulations is available at www.redmondschools.org
or by contacting the District Office at 541.923.5437.
Instructional Materials Complaints
Complaints by students or parents regarding instructional materials
should be directed to the principal. Should the student or parent,
following initial efforts at informal resolution of the complaint,
desire to file a formal complaint, a “Reconsideration Request Form
for Re-evaluation of Instructional Material” may be requested from
the school office. The principal will be available to assist in the
completion of such forms as requested. All reconsideration request
forms must be signed by the complainant and filed with the superintendent.
A reconsideration committee, comprised in accordance with Board
policy, will review the material and forward a recommendation
to the superintendent for appropriate action and notification to
the complainant. A copy of the committee’s recommendation and
justification will be forwarded to the complainant together with the
superintendent’s written decision. The complainant may appeal the
superintendent’s decision to the Board, whose decision will be final.
Annual Asbestos Notification
A Federal law titled “Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act
(AHERA)” requires school districts to inspect their buildings and
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