Student Handbook 2013-2014 - Tom McCall Elementary School

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Tom McCall Elementary School
The Mustang Motto:
Be Respectful
Be Responsible
Be Safe
Student Handbook
2013-2014
Drew Frank, Principal
541.526.6400
1200 NW Upas Ave, Redmond, OR 97756
www.redmond.k12.or.us
fax 541.526.6401
Tom McCall Elementary
Operating Principles
“Giving our students both roots and wings.”
Teamwork
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Through a focus on teamwork we foster a clear sense of purpose that is shared by teachers, parents and
students.
We value partnerships and encourage the involvement of volunteers and the community.
We support and nurture a culture of shared leadership and collegiality.
We Prioritize Student Success
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We model the belief that all children are capable and work to build upon their individual strengths.
We motivate and challenge all students to succeed.
We create an environment where students are empowered, have ownership and a voice.
A Strong Instructional Program
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All staff share responsibility for student outcomes.
Curriculum is tied to standards and is delivered in both traditional and innovative ways to motivate and
accommodate the individual needs and interest of our students.
We use student achievement data to improve our instruction.
We Are Learners
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Staff and students are engaged and excited about learning.
We respect and support each others’ passions.
We practice reflective thinking with a purposeful intent toward growth and improvement.
Diversity / Individuality is Valued
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We strive to create an inclusive environment.
We welcome diversity and differences and view them as strengths.
We respect one another as individuals and work with students, staff and families from a capacity
perspective.
A Safe and Happy School Climate
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We create an environment that is welcoming, nurturing and safe where mind work and heart work occur
concurrently.
Positive citizenship skills are modeled, taught and reinforced throughout the school; expectations are
consistent.
Relationships are built on good communication, trust and mutual respect among staff, students, parents
and community members.
We value a beautiful school environment where student art and work adorns the walls and a connection
with our natural environment is evident.
We Enjoy Our Work
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We are cohesive, energetic and positive; we laugh and create a joyous environment.
TOM McCALL STUDENTS ARE:
Respectful, Responsible, Safe
As staff and parents of Tom McCall Elementary students, our primary goal must be to provide a safe
and happy school environment where students feel secure, comfortable and can do their best
learning. In order to achieve this goal, we must provide the guidance and support necessary for
students to make respectful, responsible, and safe choices.
This begins with an understanding of school and district expectations regarding safe and positive
behavior at school. When students understand the expectations and possible results of poor decision
making, they are capable of taking ownership over their daily decisions and contributing to a safe and
happy school environment. We also believe that teaching about and rewarding good behavior is an
important component to student success.
The guidelines and expectations listed in the following pages, are designed to insure student safety
and to create an environment where all students’ learning can be maximized. The support and
encouragement of parents and staff is crucial to this goal.
SUCCESSFUL STUDENTS
AT TOM McCALL. . .
• Behave in a manner consistent with our Citizenship skills.
• Solve problems in a positive way and consider the safety of themselves and others in their
decision-making.
• Respect the learning environment and behave in a way that enables other students to learn
and interact without disruption.
• Take responsibility for their own behavior and the consequences that result from the
choices they make.
COMMON COURTESY RULES ...
Things You Should Know
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Clothing Guidelines: Students should come to school dressed appropriately with consideration
of modesty, the weather and activities they will be doing:
• HATS may not be worn in the school building for either boys or girls. This includes doorags. They may be worn outside at recess.
• Half shirts (showing the stomach), halter, or see-through tops are not allowed.
Sleeveless tops can be worn if they are modest (in other words no undergarments or
private anatomy parts can be seen).
• Shorts, skirts or dresses that are shorter than the student’s fingertips when arms hang
naturally at their sides are not allowed. As students go about the normal activities of
the day (sitting, bending, playing, etc.) their modesty should not be compromised.
• Clothing that refers to alcohol, drug or tobacco use is not allowed. Inappropriate,
disrespectful or suggestive sayings are also not allowed on clothing worn at school.
• For Safety reasons, wallet chains and dog collars are not allowed at school.
• Shoes: Open-toed shoes can be a safety hazard when students are playing actively at
recess or in P.E. Tennis shoes are required for P.E. activities. Students who wear opentoed shoes will need to exercise caution while choosing play activities at recess. Heely’s
(i.e. shoes w/wheels) are prohibited. Wheels must be removed while at school.
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GUM is not allowed at school except by special permission from the teacher.
Toys may be brought for sharing in the classroom, but do not belong on the playground or in
the bus lines. Sports equipment is allowed but me be used inclusively and the school will not
accept responsibility for loss or damage of personal toys at school.
We strongly discourage tattoos or any writing on the skin. Tattoos or writing which are
inappropriate must be removed by the student.
For health reasons, spitting is not allowed anywhere on the school grounds.
Students can demonstrate respect for their school by helping to keep it clean and reporting any
vandalism they witness.
Cell Phones: Student cell phone use is prohibited during school hours. If parents authorize
their child to carry a cell phone, it must be turned off and kept in a backpack while at school.
Hand-held Electronics: The same policy as #7 applies to other hand-held electronics (games,
MP3 players; etc).
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Citizenship Expectations for
Tom McCall Elementary
Students
By Area in School
The Mustang Motto:
Be Respectful
Be Responsible
Be Safe
Be
Respectful
Playground
- Line up quietly
- Hands to yourself
Office
- Quiet voices
- Wait to be helped
- Quiet voices
- Respect privacy
Bathroom
Be
Responsible
- Line Up quickly
- Proper use of
Equipment
- Return Equipment
- Use Restroom Pass
- Use front office
doors
- Paper towels in
garbage
- Keep water in sink
- No writing
instruments
- Walk on right-hand
side
- Stay with your line
- Return on time
- Take care of books
& equipment
- Sign Internet user
policy
- Clean up after
yourself
- Use shelf markers
- Follow lab rules
- Manage your
belongings
- Walk next to wall
Hallways
- Quiet voices
- Hands off the walls
Library/
Computer
- Listen to directions
- No food policy
- Use quiet voices
Bus Lines
- Hands to yourself
- Appropriate voices
Front
Dismissal
- Don’t stand on/in
planters
- Manage your
belongings
- Walkers leave for
home
Gym
- Take care of
equipment
- Respect others’
space
- Quiet voices
- Good Manners
- Appropriate
Conversation
- Quiet voices
- Say
“Please”/”Thank You”
- Wait your turn
- Enter & exit
carefully (walking)
- Come prepared to
participate
- Manage your food
- Clean up your area
- Stay seated until
finished
- ABC Order
- State first & last
name
- Take what you can
eat
*no poster
*no poster
Breakfast
Cafeteria
Be
Safe
-Stay within
boundaries
- Follow game rules
Bring an office pass
- Wash hands with
soap
- Don’t cut corners
- Walk in the halls
- Push chairs in
- Move & work
carefully
- Follow proper
procedures
- No tipping chairs
- Walk to & from line
- Walk your wheels
- Don’t walk between
buses
- Wait for adult to
cross
- Don’t walk between
cars
- Walk your wheels
- Wait for adult to
cross
- Wait on sidewalk
- Follow directions
- Use equipment
appropriately
- Move carefully
- Clean up your spills
- Walk, don’t run
- Eyes forward
- Both hands on tray
- Walk in the hall
Be
Respectful
Be
Responsible
Be
Safe
- Hands & feet to
self
- Be a good listener
- Appropriate
applause
- Listen to adult
- Take drill seriously
- Stay with your
adult supervisor
- Stay in your place
- Sit criss-cross
- Manage your space
- Follow directions
- Listen for
directions
- Learn from the drill
and honor the
seriousness
- Walk/move quickly
& carefully
- Be quiet
- Stay in your
assigned area
Community
Space
(in wings)
- Appreciate others’
work with your eyes
- Use appropriate
voice/volume
-Respect the
activities of other
classes
- Don’t interrupt
working groups
- Clean up after
yourself
- Communicate use of
community area
- Know the rules and
boundaries around
the equipment and
respect them
- Do your assigned
work
- Move & work
carefully
- Use furniture as it
is intended to be
used
- Keep common
walkways clear
Classroom
To be determined by
classroom teacher
and students
Assemblies
Safety
Drills
*no poster
*no poster
Tom McCall School-Wide Positive Behavior Support
and Discipline Policy
Our goal is to provide a safe and pleasant school environment for students. School personnel will provide the
necessary support and guidance that will encourage students to practice our three citizenship skills of
RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY and SAFETY. Students will be taught school expectations, positive problem-solving
skills and disciplinary consequences at the beginning of the year with follow-up trainings throughout the year.
With this knowledge, students are expected to assume increasing responsibility for their own behaviors and to
take ownership of their daily decisions.
Irresponsible student behavior can be defined as either minor or major behavior problems.
MINOR BEHAVIOR PROBLEMS
These are small discipline problems which will be handled by the staff member on duty at the time of the
problem (e.g. not following game rules at recess, or running in the hallway). Classroom teachers will have a
plan to handle all minor problems that occur in their classrooms. Mustang Mishaps (see next page) will be
used to track and communicate about minor behavior problems. At the discretion of a supervising staff
member, students who are involved in repeated minor problems could receive a Discipline Referral (see next
page).
MUSTANG MISHAPS
Mustang Mishaps are given for most minor problems; it is the way we keep track of student behavior choices.
Students who make poor choices could earn a Mustang Mishap but they will usually be given a warning about
what behavior they need to change before receiving one. Classroom teachers and the Principal keep Mustang
Mishaps and use them to track and communicate about student behavior. We understand that it is perfectly
normal for students to make poor choices occasionally. Parents will be contacted by the teacher if their child
receives a Mustang Mishap. Although Mishaps are usually for minor problems, we believe that parents play
an important role in helping to support positive citizenship at school. Communicating with you about even
minor problems, helps you to partner with us in supporting your child’s positive citizenship at school. Major
Behavior problems are dealt with through Discipline Referrals which are sent home (see next two pages).
REWARD FOR POSITIVE BEHAVIOR
We give lots of verbal positive reinforcement for students who demonstrate good Citizenship Skills. In
addition, every six weeks students without any Mustang Mishaps receive a Citizenship Certificate. Mustang
Mishaps are erased every 6 weeks so students can begin with a fresh start. Mustang Memos are given to
students who are observed practicing one of our Citizenship Skills. These go into a weekly drawing for a prize.
They will also be used to draw for larger prizes throughout the year. Individual classrooms will have their own
systems for supporting positive behavior.
MAJOR (SERIOUS) BEHAVIOR RULES
“The Big 8"
The following serious behaviors are unacceptable at Tom McCall School and have been explicitly
defined and discussed to every class by Mr. Frank and Mrs. Andrews. They compromise student
safety and learning:
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Fighting/Violence
Profanity/Obscenity/Name Calling
Vandalism
Stealing
Drugs/Alcohol/Tobacco
Disrespect/Harassment/Relationship Issues/Threats
Insubordination (refusing to follow adult directions)
Weapons (including look alikes)
Repeated Minor Problems
We do not attempt to list every behavior because we expect common sense and conscience to be
a student’s major guide. If a student destroys school property, writes on walls, leaves the
playground, or some other obvious violation of trust or safety, it WILL NOT BE ACCEPTABLE to say,
it was not listed in this book, therefore, I did not know it was a rule.
* See also, Redmond School District Student Rights and Responsibility Handbook on the district website
CONSEQUENCES
All severe behavior problems will be sent to the Principal. Some examples of consequences for
these behaviors are:
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Phone Call to Parents
Discipline Referral Form to Parents
Parent Conference
Recess Time Out
In-School Suspension
Out-of-School Suspension
Expulsion
Any work that a student misses due to In-School or Out-of-School suspension must be
made up at home.
The principal will call the parents and fill out a Discipline Referral form and send it home with the
student to be signed by the parent.
The signed form must be returned the following day before the student will be allowed back
into class.
SAMPLES OF:
Mustang Mishap
MUSTANG MISHAP FORM
Name: ___________________________
Date:________Grade: ____Time:______
Homeroom Teacher:________________
Referring Staff:_____________________
(to track poor behavior choices)
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Location
(check one)
Bus RT#____
Bus Loading Zone Cafeteria
Classroom Common
Field Trip/Assembly
Gym
Hallway
Library
Off-Campus
Office Playground Restroom Vocational Room
Others Involved in Incident
None
Marvelous Mustang Memo
_______________________
 Respect
 Responsibility
 Safety
demonstrated
in the following way:________________
__________________________________
__________________________________
__________________________________
__________________________________
Reporting Staff:
---------------------Student: ________________________
Teacher: __________________ _______
Peer
Staff
Substitute
(check one)
Teacher
Possible Motivation (check one)
Avoid adult Avoid Peer (s) Avoid task or
activityDon’t Know
Obtain adult attention
Obtain items/activities/control Obtain peer attention
Consequences
(check all that apply)
Conference w/student Individualized instruction
Loss of privileges
Out of school suspension
Parent Contact  In-school suspension Restitution
Time in Office Timeout/Detention
Minor Problem Behavior
OR… (check one)
Defiance/Non-compliance Disruption Dress Code
 Inappropriate Language Technology Violation
Physical Contact Property Misuse Tardy
… Major Problem Behavior
(check one)
Abusive Language
Physical Aggression
Disruption
 Fighting Technology Violation
Forgery/Theft Harassment/Bullying Bomb Threat
Lying/Cheating
Defiance/Non-compliance
Skipping Vandalism Use/Possession of Weapon
MARVELOUS MUSTANG MEMO
(to track positive behavior choices)
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Facts Parents Should Know
ABSENCES
If your child is absent from school, for any reason, please call the office and let us know why ahead
of time. If we do not hear from you, a new district wide computerized call system will generate a
phone call. Upon returning to school, a note explaining the absence is requested if we have not
already talked to you about the absence. Excessive absences interfere with your child’s success in
school. Unless children are ill or in a contagious state, attendance on a regular basis is most
beneficial to a student’s learning. To develop responsible habits, students should arrive at school
on time (no later than 9:00am).
After 2 days of consecutive absences you may call the office or your child’s teacher and request
any work being missed. This work can be picked up in the office after school, between 3:30 and
4:30 or the following day, whichever is most convenient.
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.
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE
We ask that students arrive at school no earlier than 8:40 a.m. There is
no supervision prior to this time. Our first bell rings at 8:55 and students
should be in the seats and ready to start their day at 9:00 a.m. Children
who arrive before 8:55 will wait on the primary (north) playground until
the first bell rings. Supervision and breakfast service begin at 8:40 a.m.
School dismisses at 3:35 p.m. except on School Improvement Wednesday,
dismissal is at 2:35 p.m.
If your child must leave before the usual dismissal time, we ask you to
send a note to the office. Your child must be picked up and signed out at
the office. Children are expected to go directly home after school unless
they are attending meetings or are detained by school personnel. There is
no playground supervision after 3:35 p.m. Students should return to
school premises only if they are participating in a scheduled after school
activity or by parent permission.
Parents are responsible for
transportation and reminders to their child of after school activities
located on school grounds, but not sponsored by the school.
ATTENDANCE
Consistent attendance is an important factor to a child’s success in school. Consequently, we keep
track of attendance. We will notify you with a reminder if we have concerns about your child’s
attendance pattern. If the inconsistent attendance continues, you will receive a more detailed
letter requesting a meeting to set up a plan to improve the attendance. Below is information
regarding the state compulsory attendance regulations. If your child is attending Tom McCall on a
transfer request, poor attendance can result in the termination of agreement.
All students between the ages of 7 and 18, who have not completed grade 12 (the requirements for
a Certificate of Initial Mastery and/or Certificate of Advanced Mastery), are required to attend
school unless otherwise exempted by law. School staff will monitor and report violations of the
state compulsory attendance law. Any parent who fails to send a student to school within three (3)
days of notification by the district that their student is not complying with compulsory attendance
requirements may be issued a citation by the district for the student’s failure to attend school.
BICYCLES, SKATEBOARDS, ROLLER BLADES AND SCOOTERS
Riding a bicycle, a skateboard, scooter or ROLLER BLADES to school is both a privilege and a
responsibility. Students are required to wear helmets and must walk onto and off of school
property. Bicycles must be kept in the bicycle rack and it is the student’s responsibility to lock
his/her bicycle. The school does not assume responsibility for damaged or stolen property.
Skateboards and scooters should be carried in and out of the school building and gated areas.
Skate-shoes (“Heelies”) must be converted to regular tennis shoes while at school (i.e. wheels
must be removed when the student arrives at school and kept in their backpack).
BUS RULES
Your child is expected to follow the rules distributed by the transportation service. If your child
has difficulty following the rules, bus-riding privileges can be lost. If a student is to ride a bus that
they normally do not ride, the school office must be notified in time for a bus pass to be issued.
The information you need to provide is the Bus Route No., the location of the stop where they are
going and who they are going with.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST / COUNSELOR
Jenny Andrews ([email protected]) is our new Child Development Specialist.
Mrs. Andrews works as a counselor with students in small groups, individually and in the
classroom setting. She is available for parent consultations. Our emphasis is always to support
the home environment and provide a strong connection between home and school.
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS
Your child’s teacher will provide you with the classroom expectations. These rules are designed to
allow the teacher and students to work without disruption toward accomplishing our most
important goal, educating all children. Students and teachers alike have a right to work in a
climate of respect, order, structure and safety.
CLOTHING / SHOE BANK AND SCHOOL SUPPLIES
If it is difficult for you to supply your child with needed apparel or school supplies, please contact
our school F.A.N. Advocate, Jennifer Summerton. We have these items available in our School
Clothing and Supply Bank.
DISMISSAL / DROP OFF AREAS AND PROCEDURES
The earliest drop off time for school in the morning is 8:40 a.m. Our dismissal bell rings at 3:35
p.m. We ask that all parents dropping off and/or picking up students do so at the front of the
school off of Upas Ave. Students can be dropped off anywhere along the passenger curb. This
area can get very crowded to we ask for your patience to ensure student safety. The front curb is
for drop off and pickup only…please do not leave your car unattended at the red curb (this is a
fire lane, unattended cars may be ticketed). Students arriving late need to use the front entrance
of the building, check in and pick up a tardy slip. For safety/security reasons all other doors aside
from the front entrance to the building will be locked and not opened after this time.
EMERGENCY CLOSURE
If school is to be closed because of bad weather or some other emergency situation, the school
district will notify the local radio and T.V. stations. If you have a question about closure, please
check the District’s website (www.redmond.k12.or.us), call the District Office (923-5437), the
Transportation Department (923-4891) or your school office (526-6400) before sending your child
to school.
In the event of a school evacuation, Redmond School District policy states that students will be
transported to the Deschutes County Fairgrounds. Parents can contact the District Office to
confirm the evacuations and children can be picked up at that location.
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 chose to exempt your child from any learning activity, you will need to
complete the appropriate forms, which can be obtained from the school office.
F.A.N. (Family Access Network)
Deschutes County offers the following services at free or low cost:
° Health/Dental Services
° Counseling Services
° Job Skills Programs
° Self-help
° Parenting Classes/Books
° Drug/Alcohol Prevention
° Volunteer Opportunities
° Recreation
° Respite Care
° Child Development
° Child Care
Please contact your school office for information and direction.
FAMILY EDUCATION RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT
Current Oregon law allows the release of “Directory Information” (see definition below 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 is 18 years of age or older)
wish 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 directory information confidential.
Directory information is defined as the student’s name; address; telephone number; name of
parent/guardian; picture; date and place of birth; major field of study; participation in officially
recognized activities and sports; weight, height, and year in school of members of athletic teams;
dates of attendance; degrees and awards received; and, the most recent previous school attended
by the student. The school district does not distribute a student directory information to the
general public.
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.
HEALTH INSTRUCTION
An age-appropriate plan of instruction for grades K-5 has been included as part of the district’s
health curriculum. Any parent may request that his/her student be excused from any portion of
the instructional program required by Oregon law by notifying the child’s teacher in writing.
HEALTH SERVICES
The School Nurse, Kim Kirk, is scheduled to be at Tom McCall approximately five half days each
week. She will be at Tom McCall on Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons and Tuesday and
Thursday mornings. You may contact her by calling the school office, 526-6400, ext. 4009.
It is always best if medication can be given at home. District policy states that we may dispense
prescription medication at school only with a physician’s order and signed parental
authorization. Over-the-counter medications (such as cough drops and aspirin) may be dispensed
only with a properly completed note outlining specific instructions from the parent. ALL
medications (prescription and OTC) must be in the original container and accurately labeled.
These medications must be maintained and dispensed in the office. Medications containing
alcohol will not be dispensed. If your child is prescribed an antibiotic to be taken 3x per day, give
it in the morning, after school and before bed. If it is 4x per day, we can give the noon dose at
school.
If your child receives a minor injury at school, we will care for her/him here at school. If the injury
is more serious, we will notify you, the parents. It is very important that we have up-to-date
information on your child’s emergency card. If we cannot reach parents, we will call the other
numbers you list in case of emergency. If we can’t reach anyone, an ambulance will be called if
deemed necessary.
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 F or above, or is vomiting, your child 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. If a child contracts head lice, they may
return after their hair has been treated and they are free of live lice.
When your child returns to school after being ill, please send a note or call the school explaining
his/her absence and any activity limitations. Indoor recess may be permitted, if weather is
inclement, until your child is recovered. In general, however, outdoor recess is important to your
child’s health as it provides physical exercise and fresh air; children should come adequately
dressed for the weather.
HOMEWORK POLICY
Homework is important; this independent practice beyond the classroom is very beneficial. We
further believe:
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Homework is important at all grade levels.
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Homework helps develop responsibility and good study skills.
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Homework extends and/or reinforces developing skills learned in class.
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Homework is a good communication tool and promotes a partnership with parents. It helps parents gauge
how their child is understanding concepts learned in class.
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Homework expectations can be modified for individual students and should be varied where appropriate to
provide support for learning differences.
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Parents can best support their children with homework in the following ways:
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Schedule a consistent time for completing homework assignments.
Help your child choose an appropriate study location.
Ask your child to describe their homework assignment and show it to you when they are finished.
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Younger students will need more direct help and encouragement from parents. Older students can
be more independent with homework, but be available to help if needed. Some students with
special needs may require more assistance. You know your child best. Encourage independence
where appropriate.
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When possible, relate homework assignments to everyday life and skills.
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Be encouraging and supportive. Praise your child for completing homework
Our Homework Policy Includes:
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Classroom teachers will communicate homework expectations to parents and students at the beginning of
the school year.
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While all students will receive homework consistently, individual classroom homework practices may vary.
Some classrooms may give nightly homework while others may assign a weekly homework packet.
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The amount and type of homework will depend on the students’ developmental level and special
circumstances.
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Homework at all grade levels will include a focus on reading.
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Intermediate grades may require a parent signature for completed homework as a preparation for Middle
School.
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Students will be accountable for completing and returning their homework and will receive a mark for
homework on their report cards.
LUNCH AND BREAKFAST PROGRAM
Our District offers students both a breakfast and lunch meal service. All students will have
computerized meal accounts and will be charged according to their household meal benefit
qualification. Deposits of any amount will be accepted and deposited to the student’s individual
account. Deposits may be made before school or properly marked and dropped off in the office or
online via the District website www.redmond.k12.or.us. The students account will be charged
$1.50 for each breakfast purchased and $2.50 for each lunch purchased. When the account runs
low a reminder note will be sent home with the child. If the account remains delinquent, a letter
will be mailed home from our district office Nutrition Services Department. The meal programs
are regulated by state and federal guidelines. Students may be eligible to receive school lunch
and/or breakfast for free or at a reduced price. If you would like to apply for either the Free or
Reduced meal benefits, please complete and return an application to the Nutrition Services
department or drop one off with the school secretary. Applications for meal benefits are available
through the school office or at the District Office located at 145 SE Salmon Ave., Redmond, OR
97756 or on-line at https://district.ode.state.or.us/apps/frlapp.default.aspx.
Milk/juice is included with both the breakfast and lunch meal. Milk/juice is also available for
purchase during meal service times at $.50 a carton (soy milk $1.25).
Charges- Board policy states that one meal charge is allowed as a courtesy to all students with
insufficient fund. Upon charging, students may be given a charge notice to take home as a
reminder the account requires reimbursement. After one unpaid meal charge, students may
then receive alternate meal until the account in reimbursed in full.
MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
On the first school day of each month a School Newsletter will be sent home to each of our
students. These communications are a great source of information regarding upcoming events,
days off, what’s going on and when and general information. School newsletters are also available
our website www.redmond.k12.or.us/mccall.
If you don’t get the newsletter . . . ask your child!
This is a very important communication resource.
PARENT-TEACHER CONNECTION (PTC)
This group, comprised primarily of parents and school staff meets once a month to coordinate
activities that support our school (e.g. Fundraisers, Family Activity Events, Spirit Wear Sales, etc.).
Anyone is welcome and there are not membership dues. We strongly encourage you to get
involved…it is a great way to offer support to our new and developing school community.
For updates and information about our PTC meetings and activities see: School Newsletters, our
school website, the bulletin board in our front entryway or special fliers that come home.
PARENT VOLUNTEERS
We welcome and encourage parent volunteers! We strongly encourage volunteering as part of
our team effort in the education of our students. All volunteers must have a completed
Volunteer Application form and have background clearance on file in the office prior to
volunteering in a classroom. Each volunteer needs to sign in and out in the office and wear a
Volunteer Button while in the building.
PARTY INVITATIONS
To avoid hurt feelings, parents are encouraged to distribute party invitations outside of school or
invite all class members. If invitations do come to school they should be distributed discreetly (i.e.
not in front of others - put quietly in boxes, backpacks or lockers).
PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND ARTS
Your child will be participating in Physical Education each week under the direction of Janet
Darnell and Sara Erickson, our P. E. Specialist. Students need to wear clothing that is appropriate
for physical activity and a sturdy athletic shoe on those days. Shoes should tie securely and not
leave marks when scuffed. These shoes may be worn to school or a pair may be kept in their
classroom cubby. Physical activity is important to the well being of all children. Students will be
expected participate in Physical Education unless there are extenuation circumstances which have
been approved ahead of time.
PERSONAL ITEMS
Personal items brought from home for sharing are the sole responsibility of the student and their
parents. Students should not bring toys from home for play purposes. Please discuss this with
your children and be sure that items brought are somehow marked with their name.
PET POLICY
Redmond School District has revised its Pets-In-School Policy. To prevent injury to students or
staff, all visiting pets (e.g. for classroom sharing) must have proof of current vaccinations and must
be transported to and from the classroom in a secure container. All visits must be pre-arranged
and approved. Your child’s teacher will give you more specific information regarding pets at
school. Please also be aware of safety issues related to pets around students during before/after
school drop off.
PICTURES
School pictures are taken twice a year in the Fall and Spring. Our practice is for students to sit for
both sets of pictures even if parents do not plan to purchase the pictures. If you would like for
your child to be exempted from the Spring pictures, please let your child’s teacher know.
RECESS
Students will be expected to participate in all recesses. Exceptions to this expectation will be
made only upon receipt of a written note from the parent requesting otherwise and detailing the
illness or injury. Therefore, students need to arrive at school with appropriate attire (e.g. coats,
hats, scarves, mittens, boots, etc.).
SAFETY DRILLS
We have evacuation and safety drills for Fire, Earthquake and Lock Down (Intruder). We practice
these drills regularly with our students. It is not our goal to scare students, but rather to help
prepare them to make safe decisions in the event of an unexpected emergency.
SERVICE CLUB/LEADERSHIP/MORNING NEWS
We believe it is important to promote student leadership, creativity and responsibility…especially
for our intermediate students.
• Service Club (for 5th grade) provides opportunities for 5th graders to help out in their school
through a service job (e.g. helping tutor younger students, helping with special projects,
helping set up equipment and keep it organized and maintained, etc.)
• Morning News (5th grade): Each week our 5th grade students produce a Morning News
Broadcast on television (Mustang Media). Each classroom gets the opportunity to be
involved in this exciting project.
• Leadership (4th-5th grade): We have started a Leadership Club for students interested in
leadership and contributing great ideas to improve their school. More information to
come.
SPECIAL EDUCATION
The Educational Resource Center (ERC) offers assistance to students tested and identified as
eligible to receive services in language arts and/or math. This may be on an individual or small
group basis. The child’s teacher, ERC specialists, Kori Cantrell or Paula Chambers and other
specialists (if applicable) and the parent will work together to determine eligibility and develop a
plan for each student. Please do not hesitate to stop by our classroom to join in the fun, we are
located in the river wing, room D1.
The Life Skills Classroom (ILS) supports students with special needs using multi-sensory teaching
techniques, curriculums and individualized teaching programs. The Life skills students spend
about half of their day in the Life Skills classroom and the other half in the general education
classrooms sometimes with extra adult support and sometimes on their own. The goal of the life
skills classroom is to teach students life skills that enable them to be independent as adults. We
strive to provide a program in which every student is an active part of the whole school
community and successful in their learning. Emily O’Casey, ILS teacher oversees this program.
SPEECH AND LANGUAGE
Our Speech Pathologist, Tiffany Kostow, works with individual students who have specific speech
and language needs. She also conducts hearing testing for our students. Referrals are made on
the basis of teacher and/or parent concerns.
STUDENT RECORDS
When withdrawing a student, school personnel, their teacher and office secretary should be
notified in advance 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, 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; and 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 581-21-320.
STUDENT SAFETY
The safety of your child at school is our top priority. Listed below are a few rules and procedures
that will help keep students safe at Tom McCall Elementary School:
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Parent drop off and pick up takes place in the front of the school, located off of Upas Ave.
Students should be dropped off at a curb only (you can use the entire curb ... even the area
in front of the middle school).
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Please DO NOT double park. This causes traffic jams and requires students to walk
through the parking lot to get to the curb. You may park in the parking lot area and walk
students to the curb or into the building using the cross walk. Students are not to walk
through the parking lot unattended.
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All adults coming into the building or onto schools grounds need to use the front
entrance and check in at the school office. Once you have clearance to be in the building,
you will be issued Visitor or Volunteer passes or children will be called to the office.
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Please drive slowly on 10th and Upas Streets and in our parking lots. Watch for students
who are walking or riding bikes/skateboards or scooters to and from school.
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Crossing guards are stationed on 10th Street at the rear, staff parking lot exit (the south
opening) before and after school. Please encourage your children to use this cross walk,
taking advantage of the crossing guard if they need to cross 10th Street. Sometimes this
results in a slightly longer walk, but the added safety far outweighs any inconvenience.
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All external doors are locked at 8:55 a.m. and will remain locked with the exception of the
main entrance located at the front of the school off of Upas Ave.
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Students are held accountable for safe choices at school. There will be disciplinary
consequences for students who deliberately compromise the safety of other students
and/or the learning environment.
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Parents - please update the office and your child’s teacher about any changes in how your
child gets home, contact information and any custody agreements or legal issues that
could impact your child’s welfare here at school.
If the regular routine for how a child gets home (e.g. ride the bus or get picked up)
changes, we need to know as soon as possible. Parents can do this by sending a note with
their child or by calling school before 3:00. If no note is received and/or we are unable to
reach anyone, the normal routine will be followed.
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Parents who intend to pick their child up early must come into the office and sign their
child out. We will not release students to parents waiting in the car.
TAG - Identification of Talented and Gifted Students
In order to serve academically talented and gifted students in grades K-12, including talented and
gifted students from such special populations as cultural and ethnic minorities, the disadvantaged,
the underachieving gifted and disabled learners, the district will identify students based on:
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Behavioral, learning and/or performance information;
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A nationally standardized mental ability test for assistance in identifying intellectually
gifted students;
A nationally standardized academic achievement test for assistance in identifying
academically talented student.
Once identified, an Individual Learning Plan will be developed in cooperation with the classroom
teacher, the parents and the student. This plan will detail any modifications to the students’
learning that will help support and enhance areas of giftedness.
TECHNOLOGY/ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION
The Redmond School District will provide students with access to the district’s electronic
communications network. This network includes communications between all the district’s local
area networks and internet access.
Students have the right to use the district’s network for educational purposes including classroom
activities and professional or career development. Internet use is supervised and a filter is in
place. Inappropriate conduct on the internet will result in the student losing their internet
privileges. If a parent/guardian does not want their child to use the internet, they must notify
the school in writing.
VISITATIONS/VOLUNTEERING
We welcome parent volunteers and visitors. All volunteers and visitors must check in at the office
before going into the school (this includes parents who are walking kids to classrooms). A visitor
button will be issued and returned at the time of your departure. In accordance with District
policy, except for lunch and volunteering, visits from siblings, friends or other relatives are not
allowed as this can be disruptive to the educational process.
Classroom Visits: In an effort to protect instructional time
and focus in the classroom, we ask parents to deliver
information and/or materials and/or lunches to the office
and we will make sure they get to the classroom in a timely
manner. The same is true for phone calls…unless there is
an extreme emergency, we will pass along information to
students and teachers during natural break times.
HAVE A QUESTION, CONCERN, OR PROBLEM?
Phone numbers you need to know:
Tom McCall School Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 526-6400
Tom McCall School FAX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 526-6401
Redmond School District Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 923-5437
RSD Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 923-4891
RSD Nutrition Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 923-8230
Principal: Drew Frank
Counselor: Jenny Andrews
[email protected]
[email protected]
School District website: www.redmond.k12.or.us
DISTRICT OFFICE STAFF
Superintendent
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Executive Assistant to Superintendent
Executive Director of Student Services
Director of Student Services .
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ELL Coordinator
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Mike McIntosh
Gina Blanchette
Martha Hinman
Kerrie Desmarais
Lynn Evans
Brittaney Cocciolo
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
AJ Losoya, Chair
Ron Munkres, Vice Chair
Bob Perry, Director
Rick Bailey, Director
Lisa Klemp, Director
2013 - 2014 Staff Assignments
Principal – Drew Frank
Secretaries - Renee Powell and Toni Selk
KINDERGARTEN
Emily Bradley – am & pm
Ashley Vaccaro – am
Wendy VonSeggern - am
1st GRADE
Catherine Cron
Page Gorham
LouAnn Nance
1st/2nd GRADE
Mark Blanchard
Michelle Malone
Toni Turner
Counselor
Jenny Andrews
Computer/Technology
Mary Lee Hargis
Custodial
Cindy Miller
Nurse
Kim Kirk
Nutrition Services
Crystal Downing
Physical Education
Janet Darnell
Sara Erickson
Anne Perkins
Francisco Corona
Corey Ryder
2nd GRADE
ELL
Tracy Bayne
F.A.N Advocate
Special Education-ERC
Aaron Alldredge
Terri Osborne
Ashley Sweeney
3rd GRADE
Psychologist
Janet Freeman
Jennifer Summerton
Kori Cantrell
Laura Miller
Jill Chase, Instr. Assist.
Dana Porch, Instr. Assist.
Jessie Roper, Instr. Assist.
Dawn Alexander
Margaret Cobb
Chanie Skinner
Instructional Assistants
Becky Mock
Beth Pengra
4th GRADE
Jason Gruetzmacher
Val Grindstaff
Andrea Hamann
Michelle Zistel
Literacy Support Specialists
Josh Danos
Lynnette Konop
Deanna Mason
Deborah Moucheboeuf
Shauna Carter
Connie Larson
Kara Burkhart, Instr. Assist.
Kelli Pilling, Instr. Assist.
Holly Searles, Instr. Assist.
5th GRADE
Library
Speech Pathologist
Special Education-ILS
Jennifer Rich
Holly Upson
Title I
Shannon Henderson
Katie Krueger – EDK
Elena Sellers, Instr. Assist.
Debbie Diamond, Instr.
Assist.
2013-2014 STUDENT RIGHTS
& RESPONSIBILITIES HANDBOOK
Superintendent – Michael D. McIntosh
2013-14 Board of Directors
A.J. Losoya, Chair
Ron Munkres, Vice Chair
Rick Bailey, Director
Lisa Klemp, Director
Bob Perry, Director
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 Director’s policies and procedures can be found at the
District’s web site: www.redmond.k12.or.us.
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 2J
145 SE Salmon Avenue, Redmond, OR 97756
www.redmond.k12.or.us
Phone 541-923-KIDS | Fax 541-923-5142
Community Schools (K-8)
Introduction
Terrebonne Community School
1199 B Ave., Terrebonne 541-923-4856
Principal: Tom Yahraes
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 the home in providing an
educational program that will help each individual understand, solve
problems and accept responsibilities.
Tumalo Community School
19835 2nd St., Bend
Principal: Justin Nicklous
Middle Schools (6-8)
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
Construction/Support Services:
JB Demaris541-923-4894
Communications: Kelly Richard 541-923-8233
Maintenance/Custodial:
Marcy Tretheway
541-923-8266
Nutrition Services: Liane Kaiser 541-923-8231
Transportation:
Michelle Rainville
541-923-4891
541-526-6440
Obsidian Middle School
1335 SW Obsidian Ave.
Principal: Sandra Harris
541-923-4900
Redmond High School
675 SW Rimrock Way
541-923-4800
Principal: Dr. Nicole MacTavish
Ridgeview High School
4555 SW Elkhorn Ave.
Principal: Lee W. Loving
Redmond Proficiency Academy
657 Glacier Ave.
541-526-0882
Principal: Dr. Jon Bullock
Redmond K-12 Online
4555 SW Elkhorn Ave.
Coordinator: Mike Nye
Vern Patrick Elementary School
3001 SW Obsidian Ave.
541-923-4830
Principal: Kristen Rooney-Gleeson
The purpose of the Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook is:
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541-923-8928
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 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.
Edwin Brown Education Center
850 W. Antler Ave.
541-923-4868
Program Supervisor: Mark Keel
541-316-2830
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.
541-504-3600
District Sponsored Schools & Programs
1200 NW Upas Ave.
541-526-6400
Principal: Drew Frank
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:
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541-923-4884
M.A. Lynch Elementary School
1314 SW Kalama Ave .
541-923-4876
Principal: Dr. Desiree Margo
Sage Elementary School
2790 SW Wickiup Ave.
Principal: Carolyn Espinosa
Elton Gregory Middle School
1220 NW Upas Ave.
Principal: Tracie Renwick
High Schools (9-12)
Elementary Schools (K-5)
John Tuck Elementary School
209 NW 10th St.
Principal: Dave Perdue
541-382-2853
office position, senior trip, prom, social activities, etc).
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
(example: valedictorian, salutatorian, student body, class or club 3
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.
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. Additionally the board will provide an effective public involvement and
communication program.
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 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 and consistent, maintain
open lines of communication and demonstrate respect in decisions
affecting students.
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.
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.
Staff Responsibilities
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bill of Rights
Student Rights
Student Dress and Grooming
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Students may not distribute material which are defamatory or
libelous; threaten or intimidate an individual or group; are obscene;
contain vulgar or offensive language; advocate breaking school or
District rules or advocate unlawful acts.
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.
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Freedom of Expression
Prohibition of Secret Societies, Gangs, Hate Groups:
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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.
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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, 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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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 persons 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, or ridicule. All such
behavior may result in disciplinary action.
To restrain from public display of private affection.
Speech:
The student is entitled to verbally express his/her personal opinion.
The use of verbal assaults; profanity; language and/or material that
4 are lewd, vulgar, and obscene; harassment or ridicule will not be
Religious Instruction:
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.
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To cooperate with the school staff and/or law enforcement.
Not to bring upon school premises, dangerous weapons or
“look-alikes”, unlawful drugs or other prohibited substances or
items constituting a threat to the health or safety of any person.
Search and Seizure
The School Board seeks to assure a climate in the schools which
is appropriate for institutions of learning and which 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. 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.
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.
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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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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.
Distribution Guidelines:
Liability:
The student has the responsibility to read and become aware of the
contents of the school’s handbook.
Search, Seizure, and Questioning
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Students have a right to a copy of the Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook, the school’s handbook, and to appeal disciplinary
decisions of staff and administration.
To dress and groom as they and their parents choose within the
guidelines set by board policy and each school.
tolerated and may result in disciplinary action.
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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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
To read, sign, and follow the district’s Electronic Communications Agreement. This agreement is the guide for acceptable use
of the Network. It includes guidelines for personal safety and
rules with respect to illegal activity, system security, and inappropriate conduct, respecting resource units, limited expectation
of privacy, plagiarism, copyright infringement, inappropriate
access of material and other limitations necessary to enable the
district to provide this opportunity to use the network.
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Click here to view a comprehensive listing of district policies online.
Attendance and Enrollment
Equal Educational Opportunity/
Anti-discrimination
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 a
Certificate of Initial or Advanced Mastery.
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.
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 on the basis of gender should contact the
school administrator.
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To attend school in the attendance area in which they reside.
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.
Parents have the responsibility:
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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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Students and staff should be allowed to complete their tasks without the interruption of 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 communication device disrupts the educational environment it
is subject to being confiscated and forfeited to the district.
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
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.
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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.
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
school zones.
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
Academics
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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 (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.
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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 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, 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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To inform the school by phone or in writing of their child’s
absence and the reason.
Any parent who fails to send a student to school within three
(3) days of notification by the district that their student is not
complying with compulsory attendance requirements may be
issued a citation by the district 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.
Violations, as determined by the court, may be punishable by
a requirement to complete a parent Competency Development
Program approved by the court and/or a fine of not more than
$2,500.
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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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All students are entitled to attend Redmond Public Schools free from
discrimination based on disability, national origin, ancestry, race,
religion, creed, gender, personal life orientation, or marital status.
Student/Parent Complaints
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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.
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Physical Violence or Threats of Physical
Violence Click blue text to view district policy online.
Unlawful Interference with School
Authorities Click blue text to view district policy online.
Physical violence is conduct resulting in physical harm to one’s self,
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.
Unsafe or Improper Use of a Vehicle
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.
Profane Language and/or Indecent Gestures
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.
Vandalism
Regulated Campus Violations
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)
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.
Theft
Weapons
Redmond School District is a member of the Safe Schools Alliance
(SSA) and follows SSA and law enforcement protocols when handling violations. Consistent with Oregon Law, a student who brings
a weapon into a school environment, or at any time is in possession
of a weapon in a school environment, shall be expelled for a minimum of one year, is prohibited from enrolling in any other Oregon
school during the period of expulsion, and may lose the opportunity
to have a driver’s permit or license until the age of 21. School environment includes all school campuses, all School District vehicles,
and all school activities whether or not on school property.
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
Oregon Law defines a no tolerance policy toward weapons in the
school environment. 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.
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.)
Tobacco
“Gun Free Schools Act of 1994: For any student who is determined
to have brought a weapon to school, federal law (Public Law 103227 section 8001) and Oregon law (HB 2487) requires expulsion
from school for a period of not less than one year.”
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.
Disciplinary Procedures
Students/Parents have the right:
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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.
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The superintendent may modify the expulsion requirement for a
student on a case-by-case basis.
To all due process guarantees contained in the school district’s
stated procedure for suspension and/or expulsion.
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 certified
handicapped students.
Students/Parents have the responsibility:
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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:
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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 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.
Suspension may be made by the principal or his/her designee. Tem
porary 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 IEP is being
considered for suspension or expulsion from school, all procedures
mandated by IDEA will be addressed.
Admission of Students on Expulsion:
The School Board shall deny for at least 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.
Hazing, Harassment, Intimidation,
Bullying, Cyberbullying, Menacing,
Racism, Teen Dating Violence
Upon return to school, students have the right to make up assignments missed during the time of suspension and to be granted credit.
Harassment is a criminal offense and may result in arrest. Bullying is
the act of intentionally causing harm to others through harassment,
physical assault, electronic devices (cyberbullying - ORS 339.351),
or other more subtle methods of coercion such as manipulation.
Racism is defined as discriminatory or abusive behavior towards
members of another race. 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.
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. The decision
by the hearings officer will be communicated to the superintendent
for School Board action.
Anyone who engages in such activities can expect to be held accountable and disciplined for their actions in addition to the possibility of
civil, criminal and any legal action being taken against them or their
families.
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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 subjected to harassment or discrimination should report the incident to a
teacher, counselor, the assistant principal, or the principal.
Sexual Harassment Complaints
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.
District employees who believe they are being harassed or discriminated against should report the situation to their immediate supervisor or the Director of Human Resources immediately. The immediate supervisor shall report the matter to the Director of Human
Resources for investigation.
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. Examples of sexual harassment are, but not limited
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Students and district employees alike 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 541-316-5585 with their anonymous
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Visual - ogling, staring, inappropriate hand gestures.
Verbal - unwanted request for dates, questions about personal
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
messages).
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.
Bus Transportation
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The belief that members of one race are superior to members
of another race or ethnic group and the use of words and/or
actions to carry out those beliefs.
Reporting
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Principal of the school
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
To be at the bus stop five minutes before the scheduled pick up
time.
To follow the instructions posted and listed in District regulations.
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.
The following are state regulations from OAR 581-53-010:
ORS: Chapter 820; 332.405, OAR: 581-21-010
Students who believe they are being harassed or discriminated
against should report the situation to any of the following persons
immediately:
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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.
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 racial harassment. Any person who engages in
racial 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. An example of
racial harassment is, but not limited to:
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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.
Expulsion
It is the student’s responsibility to report any violations if he/she is
the victim or knows of someone being victimized. His/her parents,
administration, counselors, or law enforcement should be notified
immediately in order to begin getting assistance for the victim.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Parents and eligible students have the right to:
Route Information
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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.
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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 inspect and review the student’s records.
To receive a copy of the student’s educational records.
To request that the records be amended to ensure that they are
accurate, not misleading or otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy or other rights.
To request a hearing if the District refuses to amend a record.
To consent to disclosure of personally identifiable information
contained in the student’s education records.
To obtain a copy of the District Student Records Policy from
the Superintendent’s Office.
Eligible students and their parents have the responsibility:
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 maintain discipline while
operating the bus in a safe manner. Each driver has received several
types of training. In addition to behind-the-wheel training, the drivers are required to attend on-going instruction and to be proficient
in first aid procedures and student behavior management.
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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.
To make a request to the principal to inspect any of the student’s
educational records. The request should specify as precisely
as possible the record to be inspected. A student’s educational records are confidential and protected from unauthorized
inspection or use.
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.
Digital recordings, depending on how they are used in student disciplinary proceedings, may become a part of a student’s education record.
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 3-5 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.
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.
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.
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.
Instructional Materials Complaints
Directory information considered by the District to be detrimental
will not be released. Directory information will not be given over the
telephone except in health and safety emergencies.
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.
Disclosure of Information to Military
Recruiters and Colleges
In accordance with the Elementary and Secondary Education Act
of 1965 (ESEA), and with the distric’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.
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.
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.
The complainant may appeal the superintendent’s decision to the
Board, whose decision will be final.
District Policies and Administrative
Regulations are Available Online
Annual Asbestos Notification
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 Federal law titled “Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act
(AHERA)” requires school districts to inspect their buildings and
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.
A complete listing of School District policies and regulations is
available on the District website at www.redmond.k12.or.us or by
contacting the District Office at 541.923.5437.
Release of Directory Information
Education Standards Complaints
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.
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
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
Other Information
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the State Board of Education.
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