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2015-16 Information Booklet - Walton Central School District
Walton Central School District 2015-16 Information Booklet Our Schools Townsend Elementary 42-66 North Street Walton, New York 13856 607-865-5220 Dr. George F. Mack Middle School 47-49 Stockton Avenue Walton, New York 13856 607-865-4116 Visit us online: O’Neill High School 47-49 Stockton Avenue Walton, New York 13856 607-865-4116 http://www.waltoncsd.org FROM THE DESK OF THE SUPERINTENDENT Dear Walton Central School District Community, Welcome to a new school year at Walton! I hope you and your families had a wonderful summer and had the chance to spend time together and enjoy yourselves. The end of the summer means the beginning of a new year at Walton Central School and I couldn’t be more excited. We are looking forward to many new staff members joining the Walton Central School District family and becoming members of our community. I hope you’ll find our new information booklet useful. This was designed for you to keep as a reference guide throughout the year. Inside you’ll find contact information, our academic calendar, and many different pieces of important information for your use. Please keep this near your phone or computer so it’s available should you need it. I hope everyone has a great school year and if you have any thoughts or comments, please don’t hesitate to call my office. Sincerely, Roger B. Clough II Walton Central School District Superintendent CONTACT INFORMATION - DISTRICT Administration Central Office Roger Clough Corey Phraner Superintendent [email protected] Dr. Michelle Reed Curriculum Coordinator [email protected] Robert Knuschke Interim HS/MS Principal [email protected] Mike Snider Elementary Principal [email protected] Mark Lamoreaux Asst. MS/HS Principal [email protected] Amanda Hoover Director of Special Education [email protected] Greg Dale Business Administrator [email protected] District Office 607-865-4116 Superintendent’s Secretary [email protected] Jean Poulin Account Clerk [email protected] Missy Somers District Treasurer [email protected] Karin Fletcher CSE Secretary [email protected] Transportation Tracy Williams Transportation Supervisor [email protected] Communications P.J. Harmer Public Information Specialist [email protected] Connie Babino Asst. Food Services Director [email protected] Custodial Andy Jackson IT Department Pam Brown Director of Facilities [email protected] Technology Coordinator [email protected] Rich Miller Crystal Conklin Maintenance Mechanic [email protected] Instructional Tech. Coord. [email protected] John Jackson Cindy Bakker Maintenance Mechanic [email protected] Technician [email protected] Brett Wood Gayla MacGibbon Asst. Maintenance Mechanic [email protected] Data Coordinator [email protected] Colleen Bartlett Rick Robinson OM Secretary [email protected] Technician [email protected] Athletics Andy Gates Athletic Director [email protected] Cafeteria Debra Boice MS/HS Head Cook [email protected] Rosie Greene Athletics Secretary [email protected] Jared Boice Townsend Head Cook [email protected] 12-MONTH CALENDAR Walton Central School District 2015-2016 July 2015 Su M Tu W 1 5 6 7 8 12 13 14 15 19 20 21 22 26 27 28 29 Th 2 9 16 23 30 August 2015 F 3 10 17 24 31 Sa 4 11 18 25 Su M Tu W Th September 2015 F Sa 1 8 15 22 29 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 13 14 16 17 18 19 20 21 23 24 25 26 27 28 Su M Tu 1 6 7 8 13 14 15 20 21 22 27 28 29 W 2 9 16 23 30 November 2015 Su 1 8 15 22 29 M Tu 2 3 9 10 16 17 23࠲ 24࠲ 30 W 4 11 18 25 Th F 5 6 12 13 19 20 26 27 Su M Tu 1 6 7 8 13 14 15 20 21 22 27 28 29 W 2 9 16 23 30 Th F 3 4 10 11 17 18 24 25 31 December 2015 Sa 7 14 21 28 March 2016 Su M Tu W Su M Tu W 4 11 18 25 5 12 19 26 6 13 20 27 7 14 21 28 Sa 2 9 16 23 30 Su 7 14 21 28 M 1 8 15 22 29 Tu 2 9 16 23 W 3 10 17 24 Th 4 11 18 25 F Sa 5§ 6 12 13 19 20 26 27 Sa 5 12 19 Su M F 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 14 15 Sa 2 9 16 Su M Tu W Th F 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 Sa 7 14 21 Su M Tu 5 12 6 13 7 14 20 21 22 23 24 25 27 28 29 30 31 26 17 18 19 20 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 23 30 22 23 24 25 26 27 29 30 31 28 19 20* 21* 22* 23* 24 26 27 28 29 30 Key: Superintendents Day/Conference Day—No School June 2016 Tu W Th F 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 11 13 14 15 16 17 18 May 2016 Th February 2016 Tu W Th Th F Sa 1 2 3 8 9 10 15 16 17 22 23 24 29 30 31 F 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 14 15 17 18 19 20 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 31 April 2016 Su M October 2015 Sa 5 12 19 26 January 2016 Sa 5 12 19 26 Th F 3 4 10 11 17 18 24 25 30 31 Adopted by BOE 04/21/2015 W 1 8 15 Th F Sa 2 3 4 9 10 11 16 17 18 25 Absence Call In Numbers: Elementary: 865-4116 ext. 4063 Middle: 865-4116 ext. 5113 High: 865-4116 ext. 6155 Holidays—District Closed Vacation—Instructional Staff & Students * 1/2 day for Townsend Elementary students § 1/2 day for Elementary and Middle School students ࠲ 1/2 day for all students/Parent-Teacher Conferences (Dismissal: Townsend—11:00; MS/HS—11:15) End of Semester 1st Day of School for Students is School Buildings Closed—Summer Hours NYS Grades 3-8 ELA & Math Testing/NYS Regents Testing SUMMARY OF DAYS: Sept. 19 + 3 conference days Oct. 21 Nov. 17 Dec. 16 Jan. 19 (Semester 1 = 92 + 3 conference days) Feb. 18 Mar. 21 Apr. 16 May 20 June 17 + 1 conference day (Semester 2 = 92 + 1 conference day) 184 + 4 conference days Holidays/Student & Instructional Vacation July 6 Fourth of July Holiday Aug. 31 Opening Day for All Staff Sept. 3 First Day for Students Sept. 7 Labor Day Oct. 12 Columbus Day Nov. 11 Veterans’ Day Nov. 25—27 Thanksgiving Recess Dec. 23— Jan 1 Winter Holiday Recess Jan. 18 Martin Luther King Day Jan 26—29 Regents Tests Feb 5 Half-Day Elementary/Middle Feb. 15—17 President’s Day/Winter Recess March 25-March 28 Good Friday/Recess April 25—May 2 Spring Recess April 5—7 ELA Testing, Grades 3—8 April 13—15 Math Testing, Grades 3—8 May 30 Memorial Day June 1, 6, 14-22 Regents Tests/Grading Thursday September 3, 2015 Holidays/Student & Instructional Vacation cont. June 20-23 Half-Days at Townsend School June 17 Last day of class for Middle School June 13 Last day of class for High School June 23 Last day of class for Townsend School June 25 Graduation Winter and Spring Recess: Because of school closings due to weather or other conditions, it is possible that we will not have these days as vacation days for Students and 10-Month Staff. If necessary, we may need to use Winter/Spring Recess beginning with Wednesday, February 17, then February 16. The same would be true for the Spring Recess as school days and would begin with Monday, May 2, then April 29 and continue backwards. CONTACT INFORMATION - O’NEILL HIGH SCHOOL 47-49 Stockton Avenue Walton, New York 13856 607-865-4116 Robert Knuschke Interim Principal [email protected] Mark Lamoreaux Assistant Principal [email protected] Denise Webler Secretary [email protected] Justin Preston Guidance Counselor, Grades 11-12 [email protected] Nina Pfeffer Guidance Counselor, Grades 9-10 [email protected] Charla Brown Guidance Department Secretary [email protected] Tina Wersinger School Psychologist [email protected] Dawn Northrup School Nurse [email protected] TEACHERS Danielle Cole English – Grades 9/11 [email protected] Clarence LaParr English – Grade 10 [email protected] Simone Tucker English – Grades 9/12 [email protected] Taylor Arnold Math [email protected] Ellen Boyd Math [email protected] Emma Heritage Math [email protected] Jennifer Lamoreaux Science [email protected] Katelyn Minde Science [email protected] Stephanie Rosa Science [email protected] Kenneth Wagner Science [email protected] Marcia Albrecht Social Studies [email protected] David Mech Social Studies [email protected] James Wood Social Studies [email protected] Barbara Burdick Special Education [email protected] Tara Sackett Special Education [email protected] Kristine Williams Special Education [email protected] Tracie Wood Special Education [email protected] Michelle Castle Physical Education [email protected] Andy Gates Physical Education [email protected] Tina James Agriculture [email protected] Sal Salvia Technology Education [email protected] Tracie Dieter Spanish [email protected] Raymond Bartlett Band [email protected] Carol Erlandson Orchestra [email protected] CONTACT INFORMATION - GEORGE F. MACK MIDDLE SCHOOL 47-49 Stockton Avenue Walton, New York 13856 607-865-4116 Robert Knuschke Interim Principal [email protected] Mark Lamoreaux Assistant Principal [email protected] Maryanne Sullivan Secretary [email protected] Deborah Liddle Guidance Counselor [email protected] Tina Wersinger School Psychologist [email protected] Dawn Northrup School Nurse [email protected] TEACHERS Brynne Hoover-Daye English – Grade 6 [email protected] Heather Tucek English – Grade 7 [email protected] Adam Hoover English – Grade 8 [email protected] Dustin Purdy Math – Grade 6 [email protected] Danielle Dobitsch Math – Grade 7 [email protected] Domenick Piccinich Math – Grade 8 [email protected] Eric Scofield Math Skills [email protected] Susan Ackerly Social Studies – Grade 6 [email protected] Lori Rosa Social Studies – Grade 7 [email protected] Melissa Grossman Social Studies – Grade 8 [email protected] Tom Maxwell Social Studies – Grade 6 [email protected] Pam Conklin Social Studies – Grade 7 [email protected] Alyssa Navilio Science – Grade 8 [email protected] Sherri Price Special Education – Grade 6 [email protected] Christina Hewitt Special Education – Grade 7 [email protected] Meagan Lovelace Special Education – Grade 8 [email protected] Michelle Castle Physical Education – Girls grades 7-8 [email protected] Andy Gates Physical Education – Boys grades 6-8 [email protected] Lara Fassler Art – Grades 6-8 [email protected] Jolene Krone Home Economics – Grades 6 and 8 [email protected] Sal Salvia Technology – Grades 7-8 [email protected] Ray Bartlett Music – Grade 6; Chorus – Grade 7; Band – Grades 7-8 [email protected] Carol Erlandson Orchestra – Grades 6-8 [email protected] Erik Parry Music – Grade 7; Band – Grade 6 [email protected] Holly Goodstall Spanish – Grades 7-8 [email protected] CONTACT INFORMATION - TOWNSEND ELEMENTARY 42-66 North Street Walton, New York 13856 : 607-865-5220 Mike Snider Principal [email protected] Patty Wood Secretary [email protected] Jami Aubin Secretary [email protected] Beth Howland Guidance Counselor [email protected] Sarah Quereau School Psychologist [email protected] Gladys Frazier School Nurse [email protected] Alina Denton Occupational Therapy [email protected] Barbara Geidel Librarian [email protected] TEACHERS Kelly Gates UPK [email protected] Christina Condon Kindergarten [email protected] Carol Decker Kindergarten [email protected] Betsy Stinson Kindergarten [email protected] Alice VanBuren Kindergarten [email protected] Patrice Beers First Grade [email protected] Beth Core First Grade [email protected] Robin Wagner First Grade [email protected] Kim Walley First Grade [email protected] Tina Ammon Second Grade [email protected] Carolyne Dutcher Second Grade [email protected] Christine Evans Second Grade [email protected] Judy Ogden Second Grade [email protected] Angela Bayne Third Grade [email protected] Wendy LeBarge Third Grade [email protected] Jodie Day Third Grade [email protected] Cindy Harrington Fourth Grade [email protected] Nancy Howard Fourth Grade [email protected] TBA Fourth Grade Anne Hartman Fifth Grade [email protected] Jean Meisel Fifth Grade [email protected] Nick Penberthy Fifth Grade [email protected] Lori Cetta Special Education [email protected] Deborah Cole Special Education [email protected] Lindsay Johnson Special Education [email protected] Trish Robinson Special Education [email protected] Linda Schick Special Education [email protected] Cheri Vroman Special Education [email protected] Kate Webb Special Education [email protected] Cathy Backus Reading [email protected] Karla Marano Reading [email protected] Mary Tomeo Reading [email protected] Lori Cucciarre Art [email protected] Theresa Bolton Music [email protected] Carol Erlandson Music [email protected] Erik Parry Music [email protected] Amanda Moffett Physical Education [email protected] Paul LeBlanc Physical Education [email protected] Erin Cowles Speech [email protected] Sarah Karl Speech [email protected] COMMUNICATION Walton Central School District Communication Guidelines Frequently, parents and other community members request help in knowing the best way to communicate with the school. The communication guideline chart below will serve as a helpful resource. By contacting the following people in the prescribed order, questions will be answered. For Questions About 1st Contact 2nd Contact 3rd Contact 4th Contact 5th Contact Academics Teacher Guidance Counselor Building Principal Curriculum Coordinator Superintendent Athletics Coach Athletic Director Building Principal Superintendent Student Behavior Teacher Building Principal Superintendent BOE Policies District Clerk Superintendent Board of Education Budget Cafeteria School Business Administrator Building Cook Manger Superintendent Food Service Manager Building Principal School Business Administrator Superintendent Classroom Procedures Teacher Building Principal Curriculum Coordinator Co-Curricular Advisor Building Principal Superintendent Facilities Building Principal Director of Facilities II School Business Administrator Health Office Building Nurse Building Principal Superintendent Scheduling Guidance Office Building Principal Curriculum Coordinator Superintendent Special Education Teacher Building Principal Superintendent Transportation Bus Driver Building Principal School Business Administrator Director of Special Education Transportation Supervisor Telephone numbers Board of Education ...................... 607 - 865 - 4116, ext. 6130 Superintendent ............................. 607 - 865 - 4116, ext. 6130 District Clerk ............................... 607 - 865 - 4116, ext. 6130 School Business Manager ............ 607 - 865 - 4116, ext. 6130 Director of Facilities II.................. 607 - 865 - 4116, ext. 6126 Transportation Supervisor............ 607 - 865 - 4116, ext. 7118 Food Service Manager ................. 607 - 865 - 4116, ext. 6172 Athletic Director .......................... 607 - 865 - 4116, ext. 5147 High School Office ...................... 607 - 865 - 4116, ext. 6155 Principal Grades 6-12 …..……..... 607 - 865 - 4116, ext. 6155 Assistant Principal ....................... 607 - 865 - 4116, ext. 6156 2014-15 Board Members Judith B. Breese, President James D. Hoyt, Vice-President Jennifer K. Fay Harold A. Neale, Jr. Patricia G. Reynolds Frank M. Ward Ronda L. Williams Superintendent Superintendent Middle School Office .................. 607 - 865 - 4116, ext. 5113 Principal Grades 6-12................... 607 - 865 - 4116, ext. 5113 Middle/High School Nurse .......... 607 - 865 - 4116, ext. 6121 Middle/High School Absence ...... 607 - 865 - 4116, ext. 4458 Elementary Office........................ 607 - 865 - 4116, ext. 4076 or 607 - 865 - 5220 Elementary School Principal ....... 607 - 865 - 4116, ext. 4076 Elementary School Nurse ............ 607 - 865 - 4116, ext. 4029 Elementary School Absence ........ 607 - 865 - 5220, ext. 4063 Director of Special Education....... 607 - 865 - 4116, ext. 6136 CSE Office .................................. 607 - 865 - 4116, ext. 6136 Curriculum Coordinator................ 607 - 865 - 4116, ext. 6130 7.2015 Superintendent Please place this information in a convenient location! WALTON CSD BUS RULES FOR YOUR SAFETY: Always follow the 10-foot rule when crossing! Assigned seats are mandatory! RULES • Without hesitation or argument, obey any direction given by bus driver or other person(s) of authority. • When loading, please move quickly to your seat. • Talk in quiet tones; swearing or abusive language is unacceptable. • Other than loading or unloading, stay seated and keep all parts of your body inside the bus at all times. • To prevent the possibility of choking, it is recommended that food or drink not be consumed while the bus is moving. • Do not smoke, chew tobacco, or bring any glass containers and/or aerosol cans on the bus. • Do not throw any object on or off a school bus. • Do not fight or instigate any other person to fight on a bus. STUDENTS WILL BE SUBJECT TO DISCIPLINARY ACTION IN RELATION TO THE FOLLOWING: Being under the influence of an alcoholic beverage; use, possession, sale, or gift of any drug or controlled substance including marijuana or any instruments for the use of such drugs, controlled substance, or marijuana. Exceptions are any drugs taken in accordance with a current prescription signed by a physician, which is taken by that particular student at the time in question. Violation of the rules will result in appropriate disciplinary action to include denial of transportation. MAKE YOUR SCHOOL BUS RIDE PLEASANT FOR YOURSELF AND OTHERS ABOARD BY FOLLOWING ALL BUS RULES. Thank you. TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTATION The Walton Central School District transports children who live at least a mile away from the elementary school, and a mile and a half for students in the middle school/high school. Some tips for riding the bus are below: • Have papers stored in a backpack or book bag so the papers cannot fly around the bus or cause a hazard on the floor. Keep belongings out of the aisle. • Check clothing to avoid long drawstrings or other dangling items that could be a safety hazard if caught in bus doors or snagged. • Arrive at the bus stop at least five minutes before the bus is scheduled to arrive each day. Children should be waiting for the bus as the bus can’t wait for them. This helps assure orderly boarding and an on-time schedule. • Children should board the bus in single file and away from the roadway. Behavior problems at the bust stop can create a hazardous situation for all students, so please remind children to be respectful and orderly when boarding the bus. • Children must wait for the driver’s hand signal to cross the road before boarding the bus. • Children should sit quietly in their assigned seats and wear a seat belt. Distractions on the bus could cause an accident. • Cameras are used on buses to ensure the safety of the children and the driver. To provide the most efficient use of school buses, routes are set by taking the following into consideration: the number of students who require transportation, the location of residences, and the seating capacity of the bus. Students who live on a route are given priority over a student who is riding to or from a babysitter or friend. To assure there is room on the bus, please contact the bus garage, or talk to a driver before planning for extra students to ride the bus. Students who have a change in transportation plans need a note for the driver and for the main office, if they are elementary students. Please include your child’s name, teacher, and bus number with clear instructions on the stop where they need to get off, and with whom. Riding the bus is a privilege that can be revoked because of misconduct. Parents/guardians may be held responsible for restitution for school property willfully damaged by their child. If you have any questions or problems, please call the transportation supervisor at 607-865-4118. Reminder: Red lights mean stop! If you are coming upon a school bus and the lights are blinking red, you MUST stop. There have been several incidents recently, including on school property, where cars have passed buses while red lights were flashing as they unload or load students. REMEMBER: Red lights mean students are getting on or off the bus and you should not proceed past the bus for any reason. The law says the following: • It is illegal – and very dangerous – to pass a stopped school bus when the red lights are flashing. • You must stop whether you are approaching the school bus from the front or rear. • You must always stop for flashing red lights, even on school grounds. Another reminder – yellow lights mean the bus is going to stop, so please slow down and use caution. Please remember... There is no parking on the street in front of Townsend School. The First Congregational Church parking lot across the street is also not available for parking as you pick up or drop off your child. Please be aware of the safety rules, including speed limits, at arrival and dismissal, and use the crossing Penalties can range from a minimum fine of $250 for a first conviction to a maximum of $1,000 for a third or subsequent convictions in a three-year span. Imprisonment of anywhere from 30 to 180 days is also possible. Bus drivers record license plate numbers of passing motorists. Those numbers are turned over to law enforcement agencies. Please be safe and always stop for buses when red lights are flashing. guard at all times. Additionally, please obey the posted signs while picking up or dropping off middle and high school students. The New Hope Community Church parking lot is not available for use. Student parking is by permit only and is assigned by the main office. ATTENDANCE Attendance is one of the most important aspects of a child’s education. Even with obtaining work from teachers for days a child is absent, it can’t replace the lesson the child would have received in the classroom, as well as the educational interaction with peers. If your child misses school, it’s a good idea to pick up missed work. All students who are absent or tardy must have a written excuse from their parent or guardian. For safety reasons, we ask that the school is notified in the morning if a child will not be attending school. The FACILITIES school will contact those listed on emergency contacts if the child is not in school and a call has not been received. Please be sure to have updated and working numbers for the school to reach you. These numbers are also used in the case of emergencies. To call in regard to an absence, please call the offices for high school and middle school students, or leave a message for Townsend students at 865-5220, ext. 4063. The full attendance policy can be found on the school website. NO CHILD LEFT BEHIND Walton Central School buildings are available for use by the community. Beginning with the 2015-16 school year, building use forms will be fully online. There is a fee schedule based on use, and whether your event is not-for-profit. A minimum of fifteen (15) days notice is needed for the request to be processed. Fees for district personnel may also be applicable. WORKING PAPERS Working papers are required for youth until they reach the age of 18. Working papers are issued in the high school office Monday-Friday until 2:30 p.m. Applications can be picked up at the high school main office. The child’s social security number and birth certificate or driver’s license are required. For more information, please call 865-4116, ext. 6155. Under the “No Child Left Behind” Act, parents may request information regarding the professional qualifications of their child’s teacher(s). Currently, all teachers at Walton Central School are highly qualified as defined by the NCLB Act. However, if requested, the following information will be provided: • The teacher’s NYS qualifications and licensing; • The teacher’s emergency and other provisional status; • The baccalaureate degree major of the teacher, graduate certification or degree and certification area. If an uncertified teacher is hired to teach your child, you will be notified in writing. STANDARDS-BASED REPORT CARD Townsend Elementary uses a Standards-Based Report Card System that is aligned with the Common Core Learning Standards. With this report card, teachers will have an assessment tool that mirrors instructional expectations in the classroom. It will also let parents/guardians see what the child has learned with specific information on what they have mastered, where they have improved, and where they need more practice. The cover page provides detailed information that shows the achievement levels for students on a 1-5 scale. The report cards include more information about social growth, classroom skills, and teacher comments. A conversion chart establishes students who earn 85 percent (honor roll), 90 percent (Principal’s List) and 95 percent (Superintendent’s List). UPK AND KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION Children are eligible to enroll in full-day kindergarten if they are 5 years old on or before December 1. Proof of age and immunization records are required at the time of registration, which is held in February for the following school year. Universal pre-kindergarten (UPK) is a half-day program limited to 36 children (18 in the morning and 18 in the afternoon). Bus transportation can be provided, one-way, once the child has turned four years old. At this time, registration is done via a lottery system. Numbers are randomly drawn from enrollment forms to fill the 36 spots. Registration for the lottery is held in May. A waiting list is maintained for children who may not make the list. Registration for the lottery is in May. CAFETERIA 2015-16 lunch program procedures Prepayments are greatly encouraged. Each month the printed menu has the total amount your child will need for that month for breakfast and lunch. Sending in a check made out to Walton Central School Lunch Fund greatly reduces lost/forgotten money, speeds the meal line and assures you that your child’s money is being used for the meal program. Remember that your child may select an extra entrée or a la carte items, which may reduce the amount of money left in your student’s account. If you wish to prohibit these services please contact us and we will put a block on their account. You may also designate that your child can never charge, and we will record that request in your student’s account. The procedure of the Walton Central School District is to offer meals to all students within the district. As a student’s account balance approaches a zero balance or becomes negative, the following procedures will apply: Prices for 2015-16 Breakfast: Lunch PK – 5: Lunch 6 – 12: Reduced Breakfast: Reduced Lunch: $1.00 $1.95 $2.05 $ .25 $ .25 Meal applications are available in this booklet, on our website and in each cafeteria. A new application needs to be on file each year by September 30th. Send yours in today! • • Students may charge any combination of breakfast or lunch. Students will be verbally notified of their account balance at the cash register when the balance falls below $5.00. • Reminder slips will be given to the student to take home at the time of the charge. • No snacks or a la carte items may be charged at any time. If a student with a negative balance attempts to purchase a la cart items with cash, the money must first be applied to the negative balance. • Charge slips indicating the student’s account balance, for those accounts with -$5.00 or more, will be sent or mailed home, based on the school’s policy. • When the amount owed reaches -$10.00, a peanut butter sandwich (or cheese sandwich if there is an allergy issue) and milk will be served for lunch and graham crackers and milk for breakfast until the charges are paid in full. This lunch or breakfast will not be charged to the student’s account. If your child reaches this point, please contact us to discuss your options. Breakfast to go Morning offerings Running late? Don’t want to be late for class? Hungry? Don’t worry! We are now be offering “Breakfast to go!” Each day a breakfast will be offered that is portable, nutritious and tastes good! Grab it and go! You will be able to eat it in the classroom while you start your work. No rumbling tummies. No “is it lunch time yet?” You will be fueled from the inside and ready to learn! Breakfast is instrumental in the development of productive learning. Without a nutritious breakfast, students often cannot focus, sit still or concentrate. Trips to the nurse’s office are more frequent. We are hoping that offering grab-and-go as an option will eliminate these issues and help students achieve every opportunity that is presented to them. We look forward to feeding your child breakfast this year. A good breakfast each day is very smart. It gives you energy to do your best right from the start! We offer a daily assortment of breakfast items, from bagels & cream cheese to pancakes, omelets and breakfast sandwiches. Our juice is 100 percent and we offer fresh fruit at breakfast, too! Students are required to take a fruit and or juice at breakfast. Please make sure you check out our printed breakfast menu; we are sure it has something for everyone! What’s for lunch? The meals we serve are not just for students - they’re for parents, too! Every meal comes with a heaping serving of peace of mind. Every day, you can rest assured that we will provide your children with a full meal they will enjoy at a price that cannot be beat. Convenient, economical, healthy school meals are good for the whole family! Try some new items! • Swedish meatballs • Chicken & “dumplings” • Turkey supreme Or count on the old favorites! • Turkey & gravy on mashed potatoes • Macaroni & cheese • Spaghetti with meat sauce Every day we have a large selection of fresh fruit, canned fruit, fresh veggies, hot vegetable of the day and tossed salad. CAFETERIA Important Information MySchoolBucks is the easiest way to pay for lunch! You can pay online and keep track of your child(ren)s accounts. Online payments can be made at www.myschoolbucks.com. There is also a mobile app. Visit the website to set up an account! Contact Info Food service staff is available: 7 a.m.-2 p.m., Monday-Friday. Phone: (607) 865-4116, ext. 6172 If you call during off-hours, please leave a message and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Menus and other information is available on the school website at: http://www.waltoncsd.org/cafeteria.aspx Food Service Director: Kim Corcoran ([email protected]) Assistant Food Service Director: Connie Babino (cbabino@aftoncsd. org) ACADEMIC INTERVENTION SERVICES INTERNET POLICY The Walton Central School provides academic intervention services to students who have been identified as being at risk of falling below the state learning standards in English Language Arts and Mathematics. Such services may include additional instructional services and/or student support services such as guidance, counseling and study skills. A student’s eligibility for academic intervention services will be determined based on his or her performance on state assessment examinations and/or in accordance with district assessment procedures. When it is determined that a student needs academic intervention services, the parents will be notified, in writing, by the building principal. Meetings will be scheduled with the student’s teachers and parents to consult about the student’s progress and ways to monitor progress at home and at school. Internet access from school computers or other devices connected to the district’s network is reserved solely for educational purposes. The district reserves the right to monitor all network activity based upon user authentication, including transmission and receipt of e-mail. Every networked computer is subject to filtering software. This operates to filter obscene, pornographic, or harmful images so they can’t be displayed. The use of these resources is a privilege, not a right. If any user of the school network violates any of the prohibited conduct guidelines, he or she will be held responsible or the violations and they may face disciplinary actions and/or loss of access to these resources. Violations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. The full policy can be found on the district’s website. FERPA DIRECTORY INFORMATION FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT (FERPA) Parents and eligible students of the Walton Central School District are notified that they have the following rights in relation to student’s educational records: • The right to inspect and review student’s educational records. • The School District shall limit the disclosure of information contained in the student’s educational records except: (a) by prior written consent of the children’s parents or the eligible students, (b) directory information, or (c) under certain circumstances, as permitted by FERPA. • The right of a student’s parents or an eligible student to seek to correct parts of the student’s education record which he/she believes to be inaccurate, is misleading, or in violation of the student’s rights. This includes the right to a hearing to present evidence that the record shall be changed if the district decides not to alter it according to the parents’ and eligible student’s request. • The right of any person to file a complaint with the Department of Education if the School District violates FERPA. • If either a student’s parents or eligible student desires to obtain copies of the policy pertaining to student records, notification should be presented to the Clerk of the Board of Education, Walton Central School District, 47-49 Stockton Ave., Walton, NY 13856-1493. Parents and eligible students have the following rights under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and the Board Bylaw: • The right to inspect and review the student’s education record. • The right to exercise a limited control over other people’s access to the student’s educational record. • The right to seek and correct the student’s education record, in a hearing if necessary. • The right to report violations of FERPA to the Department of Education. • The right to be informed about FERPA rights. • All rights and protections given parents under FERPA and this policy transfer to the student when he/she reaches the age of 18 or enrolls in a post-secondary school. The student then becomes an “eligible student.” The School District proposes to designate the following personally identifiable information contained in a student’s education record as “Directory Information” and it will disclose that information without prior written consent. STUDENT PHOTOGRAPHS/VIDEO/WORK Photographs/video of students and/or student work may be used occasionally in district and community publications. The student’s name may accompany these pictures. Places these items could appear could include the district’s website (www.waltoncsd.org), Facebook, Twitter or Instagram accounts. If you object to your child’s name or work being used in these publications, you must submit that objection in writing to the school Superintendent. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Student’s name. Student’s address. Student’s phone number. Student’s date of birth. Student’s class designation (ie: first grade, tenth grade, etc.). Student’s daily attendance. Student’s extra-curricular activities. Student’s achievement awards or honors. Student’s weight and height if member of an athletic team. Student’s digital images and video with or without names. School or School District the student attended before enrolled in our School District. You have two weeks, from the start of school each year, to advise the School District in writing, directed to the office of the School Superintendent, any and all items which you refuse to permit the District to designate as directory information about the student. TITLE I All required parental notifications are sent through the individual schools. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the building principal. DISTRICT EMERGENCY PLAN Though no district ever wants to experience emergencies or violent incidents, they are critical issues that must be addressed in an expeditious and effective manner. At Walton, there is a district-wide plan designed to prevent or minimize the effects of serious violent incidents and emergencies. This plan is responsive to the needs of all schools in the district and is consistent with the more detailed plan required at the school building level. Any acts and/or threats of violence, whether made orally, in writing, or by email, shall be subject to appropriate disciplinary action in accordance with applicable law, district policies and regulations, the student handbook, and collective bargaining agreements, as may be necessary. Any staff member made aware of physical acts and/ or threats of violence directed toward students, staff or the building is to report such incidents to the building principal, who shall report them to the Superintendent of Schools. Additionally, the student’s parents/guardians, school psychologist, school counselor, and Director of Special Education will be notified, if applicable. Local law enforcement may be called as necessary upon review by the Superintendent or designee. In order to provide the best possible protection for our students, staff, and school buildings in the case of a disaster, the district has an Emergency Management Plan on file for each school building. The plan outlines procedures for the following emergencies: • Retention of students after the normal school day in case of unsafe conditions in the community such as a natural disaster (tornado, earthquake, flooding, severe winter storm); • Man-made disaster (chemical spill, fuel leak or explosion, plane crash, auto accident, fire or nuclear disaster); • Civil disorders; • School disasters (fire, explosion, waterline break, toxic substance release). If the plan is put into effect, it will be announced over that same radio stations that broadcast school closings for snow days. In the case of an emergency, please refrain from calling the school, or coming to the school to pick up your child, unless instructed to do so. Extra traffic and calls can hinder emergency response and communication. Your child’s well-being is the school’s primary concern, and every step will be taken to safeguard him or her. Please be sure to include valid emergency numbers on your child’s emergency card that is sent home at the start of school. If there is a change in numbers, such as a move or a new job, please be sure to let us know immediately so we can update our records. Also, please provide us with an email address where you can receive emergency and important information via our automated system. In the case of an emergency closing, every effort will be made to follow the plan of action that you provided; however, we cannot call each parent, so please provide a safe alternative for your child on the form. When it is safe, the children will be returned by bus, or an announcement requesting you come pick up your child will be made over the radio and social media. Once each year there is an early dismissal drill held in accordance with the Commissioner of Education’s Regulation 155.13. You will receive a notice at least one week in advance of this drill. Students are released approximately 15 minutes earlier on the day of this drill. BULLYING CORPORAL PUNISHMENT The Walton Central School District is dedicated to addressing bullying when it happens. Students are taught this rule – if you see something, say something. The district policy on bullying is sent home with students at the start of the school year and it is in student handbooks. The hazing and bullying policy can be viewed on the school website. The district also utilizes the OLWEUS Bullying Prevention Program, which includes periodic classroom meetings to discuss issues that may occur. Reported incidents are investigated by appropriate staff, and parents are notified as needed. Corporal punishment is any act of physical force upon a student for the purpose of punishment. Corporal punishment, as a means of discipline, shall not be used against a student by any teacher, administrator, officer, employee, or agent of the district. If alternative procedures and methods, which would not involve physical force, do not work, the use of reasonable physical force is not prohibited as outlined in district policies and regulations for the following reasons: protection of oneself, others, property, or restraining/removing a disruptive student. PTA IF YOUR CHILD ATTENDS TOWNSEND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ... We want you to be a member of the Townsend School PTA. “Be grateful for parents who involve themselves in their child’s education. They can make a teacher’s job so much easier.” Frank Lloyd Wright Most parents want to take an active role in their children's lives, but time limitations can be a problem. Being a member of PTA does not have to mean a lot of meetings every month, or volunteering for every PTA project. You can do your part by picking an event you'd like to lend some time to, or make a suggestion for a new event. Any help you can give will be greatly appreciated. The first meeting is TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 at 6:00-7:00 pm. Please join us! Yearly dues for PTA are just $5.00 per adult. These dues enable us to belong to the National PTA, which provides insurance and support through the year. Fundraisers are held to raise money for events and buy supplies for the school. We will be signing up members and volunteers at Open House on September 24th, so please be sure to stop by. Our PTA has been very active in recent years and annual events have included Friday Fun Nights, Book Fairs, Santa's Workshop, Science Fair, Spelling Bee, School Pictures, Carnival, and a Talent Show. To plan and present these events we need parent volunteers. Dates have been scheduled, but volunteers are needed to ensure they happen. Please mark the membership application with the events you may be willing to participate in. A PTA member will call you with more information. If you have any questions or suggestions you would like to make, please note them on the application or contact one of the 2015-2016 officers, President-Jami Aubin, 510-4169, Treasurer-Christine Werner; and Secretary-Alisa Juhl. Membership applications should be completed and returned with the $5.00 to your child's teacher. Thank you! (Even if you have more than one child in TS just fill out one form with all of their names and teachers and send only $5 for each adult.) -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------TOWNSEND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL P.T.A. MEMBERSHIP FORM NAME____________________________________________ AMT.DUE ____$5.00___ ADDRESS_________________________________________PHONE ______________ EMAIL: _________________________________________________ NAME OF CHILD(REN) AND HIS/HER TEACHER _____________________________________________________________________________________________ ______Book Fair Sept 23, 24, 25 ________ Santa's Workshop November 2015 ______ Science Fair March 10, 2016 ______ Spelling Bee March 31, 2016 ________ Book Giveaways TBA _______ Book Fair March 9, 10, 11 ______Friday Fun Nights (alternate EOM) _________ Primetime Oct 23 & Jan 22 7 volunteers needed each time! _________School Pictures Sept 24 & 25, 2015 ______ Talent Show February 26, 2016 ___ Carnival/Book Fair May 18, 19, 20 What would you like to see the PTA do this year? We welcome your suggestions!!!! SHOW YOUR CHILDREN HOW MUCH YOU CARE BY GETTING INVOLVED! PTSA Dr. George F. Mack Middle School PTSA Membership Form Charter Date: 10/16/2013 Up to 4 family members on this form: Name:_______________________________________________ Adult / Student Member# ______________ Name:_______________________________________________ Adult / Student Member# ______________ Name:_______________________________________________ Adult / Student Member# ______________ Name:_______________________________________________ Adult / Student Member# ______________ Address ____________________________________________________________________________________ Phone # _____________________________ E-mail ________________________________________________ Please list children that attend this school if not member above: Child’s Name _______________________________________ Grade _______ Teacher __________________ Child’s Name _______________________________________ Grade _______ Teacher __________________ Child’s Name _______________________________________ Grade _______ Teacher __________________ Are you interested in joining a PTA committee? No _____ Date: Cash / Check Yes _____ Total Members _________ x $5 = Total Amount: ________________ Dr. George F. Mack Middle School PTSA MEMBERSHIP RECEIPT Date: Cash / Check Total Members _________ x $5 = Total Amount: ________________ Check# _______________ Received by: ______________________________ NYS PTA Charter Binder revised August 2010 BOARD OF EDUCATION 2015-16 Members Judy Breese (President) Jim Hoyt (Vice-President) Jennifer Fay Butch Neale Pat Reynolds Frank Ward Ronda Williams Meetings The Walton Central School District Board of Education meetings are listed on the school website and scheduled for the year. Additional meetings or changes to the current schedule are announced on the school website, as well as sent to local media. Meeting times are 6 p.m. September through April, and 7:30 p.m. May through August. Special meetings may be called by the board as necessary. When possible, the meetings are announced at least 24 hours in advance. All Board of Education meetings are open to the public. Executive sessions, which are not open to the public, are permissible for such specific purposes as: proposed, pending, or current litigation; collective negotiations; medical, financial, or employment matters concerning a particular person; the proposed acquisition, sale, or lease of real property; sale of securities; preparations, grading and administration of exams; matters which might imperil public safety; and any matter made confidential by federal or state law. If residents want to address the board at a meeting, please contact the district clerk at 607865-4116, ext. 6130, no later than the Wednesday prior to the board meeting. BOE agendas and meeting minutes are available on the school website at http://www.waltoncsd. org/BoardOfEd.aspx. Annual Election To vote in the annual election, you must be a U.S. citizen, 18 years of age or older, and a resident of the district for at least 30 days prior to the election. Voting is held on the third Tuesday of May each year. Leading up to the vote, there is a budget hearing for the public. Applications for absentee ballots must be received by the district clerk at least seven (7) days before the election, if you are requesting it be mailed to you. If you are to pick it up at the school, it can be picked up one (1) day before the vote. Completed ballots must be returned to the district clerk no later than 5 p.m. the day of the vote. Petitions to run for the Walton CSD Board of Education must contain 25 signatures, or 2 percent of the number of persons who voted in the last school election, whichever is greater. They must be filed no later than the close of business, 30 days before the election date. VISITING RECORDS All visitors must be buzzed into the building and stop for assistance. Visitors will be directed to the appropriate place. Classroom visits require advanced permission from the building principal. This allows teachers an opportunity to arrange schedules. Buzzers are installed at the main doorways to buildings. Visitors can be seen via camera by secretaries, who buzz people in during the school day. Surveillance cameras Cameras are in school hallways, entranceways, in exterior spots and on buses. The cameras help ensure student, staff, and community safety and deter vandalism and other inappropriate behaviors. Access to district records If there is specific information you would like from the Walton Central School District, it can be accessed by following the Freedom of Information Law (FOIL). Requests must be submitted in writing, either in person or by mail, to the district clerk. You can see the WCS FOIL policy at http:// www.waltoncsd.org/FOIL.aspx. CODE OF CONDUCT The plain language version of the WCS Code of Conduct for all students is included in the student handbook, which is sent home at the beginning of the school year. It is also available on the school website, as well as with the full version of the code. Student dress code One section of the Code of Conduct is devoted to the student dress code. Student’s grooming and appearance is to be respectful, safe, and not interfere with the educational process. Students who violate the dress code will be required to change or cover the offending item. Failure to do so may result in discipline. The full code can be referenced on the district website. BOARD OF EDUCATION BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING DATES — 2015-16 Date July 1 (Wednesday) July 1 (Re-Organizational) July 1 (Regular) Time 7:00 p.m. – CSE/CPSE 7:30 p.m. - Mtg. Immediately Following – Mtg. August 25 7:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. - Mtg. Hearing – Code of Conduct Tax Warrant September 29 September 29 5:30 p.m. - CSE/CPSE 6:00 p.m. - Mtg. October 27 October 27 5:30 p.m. - CSE/CPSE 6:00 p.m. - Mtg. November 17 November 17 5:30 p.m. - CSE/CPSE 6:00 p.m. - Mtg. December 8 December 8 5:30 p.m. - CSE/CPSE 6:00 p.m. - Mtg. January 26 January 26 5:30 p.m. - CSE/CPSE 6:00 p.m. - Mtg. February 23 February 23 5:30 p.m. - CSE/CPSE 6:00 p.m. - Mtg. March 22 March 22 5:30 p.m.- CSE/CPSE 6:00 p.m. - Mtg. April 19 April 19 April 20 May May May May 10 10 10 17 June 21 June 21 WCSD Budget Adoption BOCES Administrative Budget Vote Budget Hearing Budget Vote 5:30 p.m. - CSE/CPSE 6:00 p.m. – Mtg. 12:00 Noon – Special Meeting 7:00 p.m. - CSE/CPSE 7:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. - Mtg.- immed. following Noon – 9:00 p.m. School Bus Garage 7:00 p.m. - CSE/CPSE 7:30 p.m. - Mtg. Note: All meeting dates, times and locations subject to change. As a general rule, the Board will meet once a month on a Tuesday. Please check The Walton Reporter/WDLA radio/ www.waltoncsd.org or contact 607-865-4116 ext. 6130 to confirm currently scheduled meetings. Items to be discussed in public session will be posted on the school website prior to the regular meeting. ENVIORNMENTAL QUALITY CLOSINGS Several resources are available to confirm the status of school events in the case of inclement weather or emergencies. SchoolMessenger Notification system is used in the event of a closing or delay. The school website provides a banner across the top of our page when we have important alerts or notices. The school’s Facebook page will also be updated with the information. FOLLOW US! http://www.facebook.com/waltoncsd Other sources: Radio Stations WDLA - 92.1 FM or 1270 AM WAAL - 99.1 FM WZOZ - 103.1 FM WDOS - 730 AM WSRK - 103.9 FM WCDO (Sidney) - 100.9 FM or 1490 AM WLTB - 101.7 FM WINR - 680 AM Television stations WIVT/ABC - 34 Binghamton WBNG/WBXI - 3, 12 Binghamton WICZ - Fox 40 Binghamton WYNN - News 10 Now https://instagram.com/waltoncsd MISSION Mission statement Teaching, Learning, Caring, and Growing ...Together Vision statement The Walton Central School District strives to maintain an environment that sets high academic standards; requires quality performance; and fosters mutual cooperation, emotional support, and personal growth. Belief statements We care for each other by nurturing, supporting, and respecting the worth and dignity of all. We commit to giving our personal best. We cooperate and collaborate to further our growth as a learning community. We center all decision making around our students. We commit to continuous academic improvement and using data appropriately. We celebrate quality performance. PHOTO GALLERIES Throughout the year, many photo galleries will be put on the school website, as well as social media. These galleries cover everything from classroom activities, to Newspapers athletics, to after-school activities and more. The galleries also cover The Reporter all three schools. The Daily Star A select number of images from https://twitter.com/WaltonCentral The Press & Sun Bulletin the galleries will also appear on Facebook and some images will TUDENT SEARCHES AND INTERROGATIONS also be on Instagram. Full galleries The Board of Education is committed to ensuring a safe and orderly can be viewed by visiting: http:// atmosphere on school property and at school functions. To achieve this www.waltoncsd.org/wcsphotogalenvironment, any school official authorized to impose a disciplinary penleries.aspx alty on a student may question a student about an alleged violation of law Videos will also appear on the or the Code of Conduct as outlined in the district policies and regulations. website and social media. Videos are usually linked off the main page. Students are not entitled to any sort of “Miranda” type warning. S PHILOSOPHY OF INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS At Walton Central School, we believe that athletics are important co-curricular activities that are an integral part of a student’s life. It is our mission to provide as many interested students as possible with an opportunity to participate in athletic competition. It is the nature of athletic competition to strive for success. Although winning is important, it does not replace all other goals. The number of victories is only one criterion when determining the season’s success. The main purposes are to promote the physical, mental, moral, social, and emotional well-being of student-athletes through aspects of athletic contests. Modified program philosophy The modified program is open to all academically eligible students in grades seven (7) and eight (8). It is also open to students in grade nine (9) programs that do not have a JV team. In the event that the varsity team needs players to fill the squad, 9th graders may be asked to participate at the varsity level. At this level, the focus is on learning athletic skills, game rules, fundamentals of team play, commitment to a team, appropriate sportsmanship descriptions, and to participate in healthy competition. It is our policy to play all participants at this level (not necessarily equally), however each participant will be expected to make a commitment to all practices and sign and follow the Athletic Code of Conduct. This program is designed to offer students the opportunity to engage in a more highly organized competitive experience than what is found in intramural programs, but not as involved as in varsity and junior varsity competition. Junior varsity program philosophy The junior varsity program is open to those academically eligible student-athletes who display the potential of continued development into varsity level performers. With this in mind, it may be necessary, in some instances, to conduct tryouts and make cuts in selecting a team. Generally, the majority of the roster will be students in grades nine (9) and ten (10). Students in middle school may be considered if they have satisfied all SED requirements of the Athletic Placement Process required for their particular sport and have parental approval along with approval from the junior varsity coach, varsity coach, and athletic director (the athletic placement process cannot commence without the approval of the athletic director). Junior varsity teams work toward achieving a balance between team and player development and striving for victory. The outcome of the contest becomes more of a consideration at this level. The coach will make every effort to play all players, but in some circumstances there will be some team members that may not see individual game action. Varsity program philosophy The varsity program is opened to all academically eligible high school students who display advanced skills. It is possible, but rare, for middle school students to be included. In cases where an advanced level of physical development, athletic skill and appropriate social-emotional development is demonstrated in a middle school student, they may be considered. Students in middle school must satisfy all SED requirements of the Athletic Placement Process required for their particular sport and have parental approval along with approval from the varsity coach and athletic director (the athletic placement process cannot commence without the approval of the athletic director). The goals of the varsity teams include: preparing to perform at the highest level, striving for victory in each contest, and working to reach the maximum potential of the group and individual. Playing time for individual team members will be determined by game strategy, work ethic, and skill. As such, all individuals on the varsity team have equal opportunity to play regardless of their age or grade. Since the coach is attempting to put the team in position to win each contest, it is possible that some individuals on the team will not see game action. Additionally, it is possible that underclassmen may see game action prior to upperclassmen. The varsity coach is the leader of that individual sport’s program and will, in collaboration with the athletic director, establish the program’s instructional strategy that is appropriate for each team at each level of competition. ATHLETICS INFORMATION Up-to-date information about Walton athletics can be accessed via the school website (http://www.waltoncsd. org/Athletics.aspx.). You can find up-to-date game and practice schedules for all levels by following the links on the left-hand side of the page. Individual team pages will have rosters and pre-season schedules (subject to change) and other information. HEALTH SERVICES Walton’s school health services program supports your child’s academic success by promoting health in the school setting. One way we provide care is by performing health screenings mandated by New York State. During the school year, the following screenings will be required or completed at school: • Vision-Distance acuity for all newly entering students and students in kindergarten, grades 1, 2, 3, 5, 7 and 10. Near vision acuity, hyperopia and color perception screening for all newly entering students • Hearing- Hearing screening for all newly entering students and students in kindergarten, grades 1, 3, 5, 7 and 10. • Scoliosis – Scoliosis (spinal curvature) screening for all students in grades 5-9. • Health Appraisals – A physical examination including Body Mass Index and Weight Status Category Information is required for all newly entering students and students in kindergarten, grades, 2. 4. 7, and 10. If you do not want your child to be included, please notify the Health Office. • Dental Certificates – A dental certificate is requested for all newly entering students and students in kindergarten, grades 2, 4, 7, and 10. If there are any findings on these screenings, a letter will be sent home. Please call the school health offices if you have any questions or concerns. School nurses: Gladys Frazier, RN (Townsend): 865-5220, ext. 4029 Dawn Northrup, RN (MS/HS): 865-4116, ext. 6121 Head Lice Head lice reach a peak time for infestation during the summer because of overnight camps, slumber parties, and vacations. However, it can occur at any time and to anyone. Consider checking your child(ren) for the presence of lice before school reopens, and anytime they have shared close quarters with a group of friends. Information about lice will be sent home during the school year, or it can be obtained from the health office. Medications Any medications, whether prescription or over-the-counter, can only be used in school when certain requirements are met. This is a New York State law and must be strictly complied with. The conditions are: • A written prescription; • Written permission from the parent/guardian to administer the medicine; • The medicine must be in its original container with the original label on it; • The medicine must be delivered to the Health Office by an adult. Forms for your physician to fill out in the event your child needs to take medication at school, are available at the health office. If you have any questions, please contact the school nurse. STUDENT ACCIDENT INSURANCE Pupil Benefits Plan is a non-profit cooperative plan established and sponsored by the New York State Public High School Athletic Association and functions under the supervision of the New York State Insurance Department. The philosophy of the plan is to assist with expenses incurred as the result of an accidental bodily injury. Pupil Benefits is an excess policy, which means all expenses must be submitted to the parent/guardian’s insurance company first. If a portion of the claim is not paid by your private insurance, the explanation of benefits can be submitted to Pupil Benefits Plan, Inc. Forms are sent to the parent/guardian for this purpose at the time of the accident. Payments for claims are limited to a maximum amount per circumstance, so the total amount may not be covered. It should also be noted that no benefits are paid for certain injuries. Those injuries include: fundraising activities, fighting, and horseplay. Students who walk to school, drive cars, or ride bicycles are not covered until they enter the school building. Coverage terminates when they leave the building. If you have any questions, contact Pupil Benefits via www.pupilbenefits.com, or via e-mail at [email protected]. For up to date news, photographs and videos from WCS, visit our website: http://www.waltoncsd.org Non-Profit Org. U.S. POSTAGE PAI D Walton, New York 13856 Permit No. 235 WALTON, NEW YORK 13856 Emergency Numbers Walton Police Department ..............607-865-5400 New York State Police ......................607-432-3211 DCMO BOCES Communications Service WALTON CENTRAL SCHOOL Child Abuse Hotline ........................1-800-342-3720 Walton Fire Department .................Dial 911 Delaware Valley Hospital ................607-865-2100 AFDTAFDFTAAFDTATDDFTFDTADFAFDDATFDTFAFTDDDDTFAFTTDTFDDDTFDFDDFTAD *******************************AUTO**5-DIGIT 00000 Sample A. Sample 123 Any Street Any Town ST 00000-0000 T0 P0 1 2015-16 Townsend Elementary School time schedule Students in Classrooms ........................... 8:05 UPK AM ............................................. 8:05-10:35 PM ............................................. 12:00-2:45 Kindergarten Special Classes............................ 9:05-9:40 Lunch....................................... 10:35-11:10 Recess ...................................... 11:20-12:00 PE ........................... 1:10-1:35 or 1:35-2:00 First Grade PE .....................9:35-10:00 or 10:00-10:25 Lunch....................................... 11:10-11:40 Recess ...................................... 11:40-12:10 Special Classes.......................... 12:25-1:00 Second Grade PE ...................10:25-10:50 or 10:50-11:15 Lunch....................................... 11:40-12:05 Recess ...................................... 12:05-12:30 Special Classes............................ 1:05-1:45 High School time schedule Warning Bell ............................................. 8:10 Period 1 ............................................. 8:15-8:53 Period 2 ............................................. 8:57-9:35 Period 3 ........................................... 9:40-11:00 Period 4 (Gr.9) ............................. 11:05-12:25 Lunch 4 (Gr.10,11,12) ................. 11:05-11:35 Period 5 (Gr. 10,11,12) ................. 11:40-1:00 Lunch 5 (Gr. 9) .............................. 12:30-1:00 Period 6 ............................................. 1:03-1:41 Period 7 ............................................. 1:44-2:23 Period 8 ............................................. 2:26-3:05 Third Grade Special Classes............................ 8:25-9:05 PE ....................... 11:20-11:45 or 2:00-2:25 Lunch....................................... 12:00-12:25 Recess ...................................... 12:25-12:50 Fourth Grade PE ...........................8:10-8:50 Mon-Thurs, Fri. 20 min. Special Classes........................ 10:40-11:20 Lunch....................................... 12:20-12:45 Recess ........................................ 12:45-1:10 Fifth Grade PE ...........................8:50-9:30 Mon-Thurs, Fri. 20 min. Lunch......................................... 12:40-1:05 Recess .......................................... 1:05-1:30 Special Classes............................ 1:45-2:25 Middle School time schedule Warning Bell ............................................. 8:10 Period 1 ............................................. 8:15-8:55 Period 2 ............................................. 8:58-9:38 Period 3 ........................................... 9:41-10:21 Period 4 ........................................ 10:24-11:04 Period 5 ......................................... 11:07-11:47 Lunch 1 (Gr. 6 & 7) ..................... 11:48-12:18 Period 6A (Gr.8) .......................... 11:50-12:30 Period 6B (Gr. 6 & 7) ................... 12:21-1:01 Lunch 2 (Gr. 8) .............................. 12:31-1:01 Period 7 ............................................. 1:03-1:43 Period 8 ............................................. 1:46-2:26 Period 9 ............................................. 2:29-3:05
