North Bay Parent Handbook ~

Student Conduct Code for North Bend Elementary Schools

2015-2016 1

August 2015

Dear Parents/Guardians: As we are gearing up for another school year, I anxiously await to see your children’s eager faces as they walk through the front door for a great year of learning at North Bay Elementary. We are excited to meet our new and returning students, families, and staff members as we begin our 2015-16 school year. The North Bay Elementary staff is a committed team that works towards meeting all students’ educational needs. We will have great opportunity to collaborate as and continue growing professionally to learn new ways to meet those needs, making the educational experience meaningful and enjoyable. We welcome all parents to be a part of our team in any way that you can. The most important way is to support your child’s educational journey and stay interested in their learning. There are many opportunities to help in the classroom and library, attend field trips and assist with school wide activities. We encourage you to be involved. Our PTO is another group that welcomes any help they can get with fundraising, school wide events and other educational endeavors. We are looking forward to meeting all of you and invite you to be a part of our positive school community, where families feel welcome and safe. Any questions, please feel free to call or stop by. Together we will make this a wonderful school experience for all.

Sincerely,

Colleen Reeves Principal, North Bay Elementary

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Page List of Staff ............................................................................................................. 5 Absences ............................................................................................................... 6 Tardiness ............................................................................................................... 6 Discipline……………………………………………………………………………………………………..6-7 Closed Campus .................................................................................................... 7 Telephone ............................................................................................................. 7 School Insurance................................................................................................. 7 Health Care ........................................................................................................... 8 Student Records .................................................................................................. 8 Cafeteria and Breakfast/Lunches ................................................................... 8 Report Cards ......................................................................................................... 9 Homework ............................................................................................................ 9 Library .................................................................................................................... 9 North Bay PTO ..................................................................................................... 10 School Pictures..................................................................................................... 10 Lost and Found ................................................................................................... 10 Visitors/Volunteers ............................................................................................. 10-11 Birthday Parties…………………………………………………………… ................................ 11 Toys at School ..................................................................................................... 11 Cell Phones ........................................................................................................... 11 Gum and Candy .................................................................................................. 11 Notes From Home .............................................................................................. 12 Bus Transportation……………………………………………………… ................................ 12 Dress Code Policy……………………………………………………… .................................. 13 Release Of Directory Information……………………………………….. ..................... 13 Bell Schedule……………………………………………………………… .................................. 14 Teacher E-mail addresses…………………………………............................................ 15 North Bay School wide Compact………………………………………. ...................... 16-17 Letter Regarding School Closure and Early Release Days………………………18 North Bend School District Trimester Calendar ………………………………………19 Asbestos Letter…………………………………………………………………………………………….20 Letter from Elementary Principals………………………………………………………………21 Teachers’ Letter to Parents………………………………………………………………………….22 District Parent Involvement Policy……………………………………………………………..23-25 Philosophy for Instructional Programs………………………………………………………26 Personally Identifiable Information…………………………………………………………….26 Severe Weather or Other Emergency Conditions……………………………………26 Administration of Medication at School……………………………………………………27-28 Students with Communicable Disease……………………………………………………..28-29 Curriculum…………………………………………………………………………………………………….29 Textbooks……………………………………………………………………………………………………..29 Transition to Middle School………………………………………………………………………..30 3

Special Programs………………………………………………………………………………...…….…..….30 Philosophy………………………………………………………………………………………………………...31 Discipline……………………………………………………………………………………………………….…..31 Discipline – Suspension – Expulsion………………………………………………………….…..31-33 Search and Seizure……………………………………………………………………………………….…..33-34 Dress and Grooming…………………………………………………………………………………….….34 Freedom of Expression……………………………………………………………………………….……35 Non-students – Loitering………………………………………………………………………………...35 Neighbor’s Rights………………………………………………………………………………………….….36 Student Records…………………………………………………………………………………………….….36 Attendance Policy…………………………………………………………………………………………….36-37 Title VI, Title IX, 504, and Appropriate State Laws………………………………………..37 Radios – Skateboards – Bicycles……………………………………………………………………..37 Tobacco, Alcohol, and Drugs………………………………………………………………………….38 Sexual Harassment of Students……………………………………………………………………….38-39 Possession of Explosives/Weapons…………………………………………………………………39 Rules Governing Pupils Riding School Buses…………………………………………………39-41 Child Find…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..42 Parents and Unilateral Placement…………………………………………………………………..42 Internet Access Policy……………………………………………………………………………………….43 No Child Left Behind & Title IA Notices………………………………………………………….44 Highly Qualified Staff Verification Request…………………………………………………...45 Parental Right to Request Teacher Qualifications………………………………………...46 Protection of Pupil Rights………………………………………………………………………………...47 Privacy of Student Education Records…………………………………………………………...48 Elementary/Middle School Supply List……………………………………………………………Appendix

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STAFF: The North Bay Elementary School Staff and their assignments are as follows: PRINCIPAL Colleen Reeves SECRETARY II Sheri Gaines SECRETARY I Lani Sherrill -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------KINDERGARTEN Mrs. Cahill Room 25 Mrs. Peterson Room 30 Ms. Ronk Room 31 GRADE ONE

Mrs. Browne Mrs. Farrer Mrs. McCord

Room 7 Room 8 Room 6

GRADE TWO

Mrs. Asher Mrs. Hsu Mrs. Crooks

Room10 Room 9 Room12

GRADE THREE

Mrs. Huntley Mrs. Soccio Mrs. Stiegeler

Room 23 Room 21 Room 26

GRADE FOUR

Mrs. Smith Mrs. Johnson Mrs. Reeves

Room 18 Room 24 Room 20

GRADE FIVE

Mrs. Brooks Room 17 Mr. Edgar Room 19 Mr. Shorb Room 15 _________________________________________________________________ BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST Mr. Baker Room 2 GENERAL MUSIC

Ms. Lea

Music Room

LIBRARY TECHNICIAN

Mrs. Jansen

Library

LIFE SKILLS

Mrs. Schwenninger

Room 28

LEARNING CENTER TEACHER

Mr. Hernandez

Room 4

SPEECH CLINICIAN

TBA

Room 13

TITLE I TEACHER Mrs. Dorsey Room 1 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------COOKS Mrs. Nancy Perkins, Head Cook CUSTODIANS

Mr. Dave Bogs, Head Custodian 5

Mr. Jason Iverson, PM Custodian

ABSENCES: Absences may be excused if your child is ill, has an appointment or a family emergency arises. Absences may also be excused for additional reasons if arrangements are made in advance and previous attendance has been satisfactory. The Principal or the Attendance Secretary has the discretion to determine if an absence is excused or unexcused. For long term or repeated absences due to a health-related condition, a doctor’s note may be required. To arrange pick-up of your child’s work due to illness, please contact the office by noon to allow the teacher time to prepare a work packet. All work will be available in the office by 3:30 p.m. Procedures for accounting for absences: Parents should call in on the day of the absence, if possible, to inform the school of the reason their child is not in school. If no call is made, a note is required when the child returns. An absence will be considered unexcused for the following reasons: a) Failure to notify the school. b) Failure to give an adequate reason for the absence. Excessive unexcused absences will result in a referral to the district Truancy Officer. TARDINESS: It is extremely important for students to arrive on time and be prepared to start class. Teachers begin their classes on time and when a student is late he/she misses part of the instruction and interrupts the class. If tardiness becomes excessive, a parent conference with the Principal will be held and or may result in a referral to the Superintendent. DISCIPLINE: We feel that the behavior of students and the atmosphere within the school setting is the responsibility of all the adult employees and students within the school. We expect all adults to work with the students in regards to behavior and citizenship throughout the building. All students are expected to follow the rules and guidelines of the North Bend 6

School District as stated in the Elementary School Student Conduct Code.

DISCIPLINE CONT: Students’ rights and responsibilities at school are outlined in this document. The teacher handles minor problems in the classroom. Students involved in major infractions or problems that cannot be solved by a classroom teacher are sent to the office, where the situation is discussed. If there is a serious problem, the parent is called, and we try to develop a plan that will suit the needs of the child while eliminating the problem. Always feel free to call the school if you have any questions or concerns about anything that happens in the classroom, on the playground, or anywhere at school. No question is unimportant or trivial. The direct line into the school is 756-8351. CLOSED CAMPUS: Students are not to leave school grounds during school. Parents must check in and out students through the office. TELEPHONE: The school phone is to be used, by students, for emergencies only. Students are not to use the phone to make arrangements to go home with a friend. Students must have permission from their teacher to use the phone. SCHOOL INSURANCE: The School District does not provide accident insurance covering District 13 students. The cost of medical attention for playground mishaps, athletic injuries, etc., is the responsibility of the home. If there is no available insurance coverage through employment, or some other source, a special policy may be purchased through the District. Dental insurance is also a voluntary program purchased through the District. The Oregon Health Plan is available for students meeting the eligibility requirements. For answers on eligibility requirements, please call 1-800-522-2508. The NBSD does not sponsor or involve itself in either of the above programs other than to make the information available through school offices.

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HEALTH CARE: Our School Nurse has the responsibility for vision and hearing testing, related clinics, immunization records, and other health care concerns. All prescription drugs must be in the ORIGINAL container with the student’s name and the physician’s name, with directions clearly marked on a pharmacy label. The pharmacy label on the bottle will serve as written instructions from the physician. A form must be filled out by the parent to accompany this. It is recommended that possible adverse reactions be included with the instructions. Non-prescription (over-the-counter) medication may be also be given with a signed permission form. The medication must be in the ORIGINAL container. No medication will be dispensed that is sent and is not in its original container. NOTE: No longer will the school provide Children’s Tylenol and antacids. STUDENT RECORDS: It is the policy of North Bend Schools that student progress records shall be forwarded to other public elementary or secondary schools upon notice of enrolling of said student, provided that parents are notified of the records to be transferred, and a reasonable time is allowed for review of the records: “This is your notification that should your child enroll in another school or school system, an official transcript or copy of the permanent records will be sent to the school upon our receipt of notification of the students enrolling in said institution. Prior to the withdrawal of your child from our district, you have a right to see your student’s records and a hearing to challenge the content of the records. Your request for a hearing must allow two days between the request and hearing. You may receive a copy of the records to be transferred if you desire. Any hearing must be held prior to the actual withdrawal of your child.” CAFETERIA AND BREAKFAST/LUNCHES: Our breakfast program and lunch program are both FREE OF CHARGE for all students this year. However, cold milk for students bringing their own lunch may be purchased for 35¢. Adults may purchase a lunch for $3.25 or ala carte prices in the cafeteria. Students will need to bring cash for cold milk and pay directly to the head cook in the cafeteria.

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REPORT CARDS: Your child will be issued two report cards during the school year. The first one will be issued and explained by your child’s teacher during conferences to be held in January. The second one will be mailed to your home at the end of the school year. You may check your child’s progress throughout the year through the electronic grade book system in Synergy. A username and password will be given to those new to the district and if you have misplaced your existing information, please contact the office. Be sure to check the school calendar for non-school days and early release times for conference week and in-service.

HOMEWORK At times students will be given homework, which could be extra work or work not completed in class. Teachers will provide work for students who are absent. It is important that parents see that their child completes the work. Teachers will provide additional details regarding their homework policy in their grade level policy letters, please check with your child’s teacher.

LIBRARY: The Library is a busy place and we encourage students to take advantage of the many good books that are available. Students may check out books before school and at recess or during their regular class Library time. We do expect students to take good care of the books. Any books that are lost or damaged will need to be paid for. This also includes textbooks that are lost or damaged. The Library will be open at 7:45 for students who arrive early, for quiet reading and schoolwork.

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NORTH BAY PARENT-TEACHER ORGANIZATION: The North Bay Parent-Teacher Organization functions in support of North Bay students and their school. The PTO is an important link between the school and home. You are encouraged to participate in the North Bay PTO and its worthwhile activities. See the school calendar and or newsletter for meeting times and locations. SCHOOL PICTURES: School pictures will be taken in the fall. See the school calendar for picture date. Fall pictures need to be paid for on picture day. The costs of school pictures vary depending upon the package selected. Class pictures will be included in the package selection, or will be available for separate purchase. School pictures will be taken of only those students registered at North Bay Elementary School. Additional information regarding school pictures will be sent home prior to picture day. Students who are not to have PERSONAL IDENTIFIABLE INFORMATION released will not be listed or pictured in the class picture. LOST AND FOUND: Please label all jackets, lunch pails and other clothing items that are taken on and off at school. Many good clothes are lost each year and never claimed. If they are labeled we can find the owner. If your student has lost an item please have them first check their classroom and locker. Lost items are placed across from the Gym for students or parents to view. Lost and found items that are not claimed will be given to local charities throughout the year. VISITORS/VOLUNTEERS: Parents are always welcome to visit their students at school for lunch or in the classroom. Parents who plan to visit the classroom need to complete a Volunteer Form and consult with the teacher for an appropriate time. Teacher phone numbers on page 14 of this booklet.

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VISITORS/VOLUNTEERS CONT: Many North Bay parents and friends find some time during the week to help in the school. Some volunteers work directly with students in the classroom while others serve as helpers on field trips, assist in the Library, or share special talents and knowledge with classes. Volunteers find their experiences to be rewarding and students and staff appreciate their help. Please make your desire to participate in this type of helpful activity known to the school office. Volunteers must check in at the office upon arrival to sign in and receive a visitor’s badge. All volunteers are required to fill out background check forms and be screened prior to volunteering. BIRTHDAY PARTIES: We do not have birthday parties at school. Teachers use a variety of ways to acknowledge the student’s birthday. While some teachers may allow birthday treats, others prefer to utilize classroom time in a different manner. Please check with your child’s teacher regarding treats at school. We discourage students from passing out birthday invitations at school unless inviting the whole class. The school cannot accept any food that is homemade; it must be a store bought item. TOYS AT SCHOOL We discourage students from bringing toys to school. We are not responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen toys. No toy should be brought that is a replica of a weapon. CELL PHONES Students are discouraged from bringing cell phones to school. They are difficult to protect from theft and can be a disruption to the educational process. Cell phones must be turned off and stored in their lockers to prevent a disruption in class. If necessary, they will be taken to the office and parents will need to pick them up. GUM, CANDY, SODA POP & ENERGY DRINKS: We discourage bringing gum, candy, soda pop and energy drinks to school. If a classroom teacher has a special activity and a note goes home allowing it, then it would be acceptable.

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NOTES FROM HOME: There are several instances when a simple note from home will simplify our task at school considerably. On a daily basis we are asked by students to change their normal bus riding routines. We are unable to change the routine that you set up during registration without written direction or a phone call from the parent. When students need to ride a different bus or get off at a different stop, they must turn into the office a signed and dated note or telephone call from a parent explaining that the child has parental permission for such a change in their usual routine. If it is to occur every day, or every week, for a certain period of time, only one note of explanation is necessary. State regulations prohibit a bus driver from honoring such requests when they are not in writing. We discourage the use of the telephone to make changes in plans. We feel a deep responsibility for each child and their safety. Plans need to be made in advance so that they can bring a signed note to school telling us what their plans are. BUS TRANSPORTATION: Over 90% of North Bay students are transported by school bus. Students are responsible for their behavior at bus stops and while riding buses. Parents are encouraged to talk with their children about expected conduct at bus stops and while riding buses. It is considered a privilege to ride the bus. Students must demonstrate responsible behavior to retain this privilege. On page 38-40 in the 2015-16 Parent Handbook for North Bend Schools, you will find rules students are expected to observe and the School District 13 Transportation Policy, which sets forth disciplinary action taken when students do not behave in a responsible manner. Parents are encouraged to review these rules with their children.

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DRESS CODE POLICY: Students at North Bay Elementary School are discouraged to come to school with unnaturally colored hair, (i.e. bright red, blue, green, orange, etc.) or tops that do not cover shoulders and midriffs. Sleeveless tops should come to the edge of the shoulder and have a fitted armhole. (No spaghetti straps, please). Hemlines should not be any shorter than the end of the student’s fingertips in a standing position. Makeup is discouraged at the elementary level. Hats, or head coverings, are not permitted unless on a special designated day by the school. Shoes must be worn at all times. We discourage wearing flip flops with the exception of special designated days. RELEASE OF DIRECTORY INFORMATION: The North Bend School District releases student directory information to the public. This information may include: student’s name, date and place of birth, participation in officially recognized sports and activities, dates of attendance, and the most recent previous school or program attended. This information will be released only with authorization of the student’s building administrator. Any parent/guardian/eligible student has the right to prevent the District from releasing this information. This request must be submitted in writing to the building administrator within two weeks of receiving this notification.

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North Bay Daily Schedule

7:45

Breakfast Served

8:10*

Bell for students to come in from Playground/Library

8:15*

Start of School

9:30 – 9:42*

Grade 2 - Recess

9:45 – 9:56*

Kindergarten Recess

10:00 – 10:12*

Grade 1 - Recess

10:16 – 10:30*

Intermediate Recess - Grades 3, 4 & 5

10:55 – 11:35

Lunch - Grade K

11:15 – 11:55*

Lunch - Grade 1

11:30 – 12:10*

Lunch - Grade 2

11:55 – 12:40*

Lunch - Grade 3

12:00 – 12:40*

Lunch - Grades 4 & 5

1:15 – 1:25*

Recess - Grade 1

1:30 – 1:40*

Recess – Kindergarten

1:45 – 1:55

Recess – Grade 2

2:45*

Dismissal – all grades

3:45

End of teacher’s school day

*Indicates Bell Times

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TEACHER E-MAIL North Bay teachers have their own e-mail address. If you need to speak with your child/children’s teacher regarding instruction or classroom procedures, you may e-mail them directly. Teachers will be checking their messages and will get back to you at their earliest convenience. If for any reason you do not receive a response, please contact the office @ 541-756-8351. GRADE

TEACHER

E-MAIL

Kindergarten

Mrs. Cahill

[email protected]

Kindergarten

Ms. Ronk

[email protected]

Kindergarten

Mrs. Peterson

[email protected]

st

Mrs. Browne

[email protected]

st

Mrs. Farrer

[email protected]

st

Mrs. McCord

[email protected]

nd

Mrs. Asher

[email protected]

nd

Mrs. Crooks

[email protected]

nd

Mrs. Hsu

[email protected]

rd

Mrs.Huntely

[email protected]

rd

Mrs. Soccio

[email protected]

rd

Mrs. Stiegeler

[email protected]

th

Mrs. Johnson

[email protected]

th

Mrs. Reeves

[email protected]

th

Mrs. Smith

[email protected]

th

Mrs. Brooks

[email protected]

th

Mr. Edgar

[email protected]

5 Grade

th

Mr. Shorb

[email protected]

Behavior Specialist

Mr. Baker

[email protected]

General Music

Ms. Lea

[email protected]

Life Skills

Mrs. Schwenninger

[email protected]

Learning Center

Mr. Hernandez

[email protected]

Title 1

Mrs. Dorsey

[email protected]

1 Grade 1 Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 2 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 3 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 4 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 5 Grade

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2015-2016 NORTH BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SCHOOL-PARENT-STUDENT COMPACT North Bay Elementary staff and the parents of the students participating in activities, services, and programs funded by Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) (participating children), agree that this compact outlines how the parents, the entire school staff, and the students will share the responsibility for improved student academic achievement and the means by which the school and parents will build and develop a partnership that will help children achieve the State’s high standards. This school-parent compact is in effect during school year 2014-2015.

School Responsibilities North Bay will: 1. Provide high-quality curriculum and instruction in a supportive and effective learning environment that enables the participating children to meet the State’s student academic achievement standards. We will analyze and track academic growth for all students by using: State Assessment (grades 3, 4 and 5) District Assessments (grades K-5) Work Samples Pre and post testing in core curriculum adopted from State recommendations Collegial support In-service training in curriculum 2. Hold parent-teacher conferences during which this compact will be discussed as it relates to the individual child’s achievement. Parent –Teacher conferences will be held in October Additional conferences as needed 3. Provide parents with frequent reports on their children’s progress by using: Progress reports will be sent home the 5th week of the trimester Parent-Teacher conferences (October) and when needed Report cards (each trimester) Student study team meeting throughout the year School Newsletters Site Council Meetings PTO Meetings Parent-Student Handbook Teacher letters Homework folders AYP/State report

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4. Provide parents reasonable access to staff. Specifically, staff will be available for consultation with parents as follows: Parent –Teacher conferences January. Additional conferences as needed. After School (grades K- 5) 2:50 to 3:45 By appointment 5. Provide parents opportunities to volunteer and participate in their child’s class, and to observe classroom activities, as follows: Room Parents PTO Volunteer in classrooms SMART reading Parent education classes Chaperoning field trips Fundraisers Sharing areas of expertise Site Council Parent Responsibilities We, as parents, will support our children’s learning in the following ways: Monitoring attendance. Making sure that homework is completed. Monitoring the amount of television my children watch. Making sure my child gets plenty of physical exercise. Volunteering in my child’s classroom. Participating, as appropriate, in decisions relating to my children’s education. Staying informed about my child’s education and communicating with the school by promptly reading all notices from the school or the school district either received by my child or by mail and responding, as appropriate. Serving, to the extent possible, on policy advisory groups, such as being the Title I, parent representative on the school’s School Site Council. Student Responsibilities (revise as appropriate to grade level) We, as students, will share the responsibility to improve our academic achievement and achieve the State’s high standards. Specifically, we agree to: Do my homework every day and ask for help when I need to. Read every day outside of school time. Give to my parents or the adult who is responsible for my welfare all notices and information received by me from my school every day. _________________________ _________________________ ______________________ Teacher Parent(s) Student _________________________ _________________________ ______________________ Date Date Date

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Fall 2015 Dear Parent/Guardian: Welcome to the North Bend School District! Attached is a copy of the 2015-2016 school calendar. Please make note of the conference days, early-release days, and days when there will be no school. Please also note that every Wednesday is an one-hour early release day. Being aware of these special days will allow you to make alternate arrangements in your schedule for a child-care provider or a day off to spend with your child. Early Release Days – Classes are dismissed one/two hours early and afternoon buses will run one- two hours early. 

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Parent/Teacher Conference days for students in grades K-5 provide an opportunity for you to meet with your child’s teacher to review his/her progress. Staff Development days will be used to provide teachers with time to learn effective instructional strategies to enhance the learning of all students.

Student Vacation /Non-School Days – School will not be in session. As parents, you are critical partners in your children’s education. Help our school staff by being involved in your neighborhood school. Keep in contact with your child’s teacher and ask your child about his/her school day. Help us make education North Bend’s top priority. Sincerely, Bill Yester Superintendent

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2012-2013 TRIMESTER SCHOOL CALENDAR

WINTER TERM

FALL TERM

M

T

AUGUST W TH

23a 27●

28●

29●

F

24a

30 ▲

31▲

SEPTEMBER W TH

M

T

MARCH W

14

11

12

13 c

14

15 ♦

21■

18

19

20 c

21

22

25■

26■

27■

28■

29■

M

T

M

T

03

04

05 c

06

07

10

11

12 c

13

17

18

19■

20■

24■ 31■

25■

26■

27■

M

T

JANUARY W TH

F

28■

APRIL W

F

T

03 ▲

04

05 c

06

07

01■

02 c

03

04

01

02

03 c

04

05

10

11

12 c

13

14

07

08

09 c

10

11

08

09

10 c

11

12

17

18

20

21

14

15

16 c

17

18

15

16

21▲

22

23 c

24

25

22

23

28

29

30 c

31

29

30

M

T

F

M

T

02

03

12

05

06 c

01 07

01 c

04

08

06

07

08 c

09

10

{19*}

11

12

13 c

14

15

13

14

15 c

16

17

18▲

19

20 c

21

22

20 27▲

21 28

22 c 29 c

23 30

24 31

M

T

JUNE W

TH

F

06

07

24

25

26 c

27

28

OCTOBER M

T

W

TH

F

01

02

03 c

04

05

08 15 22 b

09 16 23 b

29

30

M

T

05

06

10 c 17 c 24 b/c

11 18 25 b

26 ♦

25 26 (7-12 only)

31 c

NOVEMBER W TH 01 07 c 08 14 c

FEBRUARY W TH

27 c

F 02 09

M

T

MARCH W

04

05

06 c

12▲

13

15

16

19

20

21■

22▲

23■

26

27

28 c

29

30●

Contract Days = 68

Contract Days = 59

Teaching Days = 58 (7-12)

Teaching Days = 56.5 (7-12)

57 (K-6)

9/4-6 Kindergarten Orientation 3/13-15 Kindergarten Conferences

F

TH

M

19 c

F

DECEMBER W TH

SPRING TERM

[28*] (pm only)

TH

07

F

17 c

TH

F

18

19

24 c

25

26

MAY W

TH

F

01

03

04

05 c

08●

10

11

12●

Contract Days = 64 Teaching Days = 60 (K-12)

57 (K-6) Total Teacher Contract Days = 191 Total Teaching Days = 174.5 (7-12) 174 (K-6)

a = Two days for teachers new to district only. This is in addition to the 191 contract days b = Elementary School Parent Conference (Elementary Student Early Release) Regular kindergarten schedule (October 22-25)

September 4,2012 is the first day of school June 11, 2013 is the last day of school June 12, 2013 is an In-service day for teachers June 07, 2013 is graduation

c = 1 hour Early Release every Wednesday, district wide

■ = Non-Paid Day/No School (19) ▲ = Paid Holiday (8) ● = Non-student Day/Teacher Work Day (In-service) (6) (pre-school prep, conf. prep, grading days) (8/27, 8/28, 8/29, 11/30, 3/8, 6/12) {19*} = Elementary conference prep/conferences (gr. 1-6) (10/19) (regular school day for grades 7-12)

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♦ = District Staff Development Day (2.5) (10/26, 3/15) [28*] Staff Development pm only - grades 7-12 only ( 2/28) (regular school day for grades K-6)

August 2015

Parents of All School Children: This letter is to inform you that the following North Bend Public School Buildings have friable asbestos, as listed, which may cause health problems. All of the friable asbestos is properly contained. Extensive asbestos removal has been done professionally throughout the school district during any remodels. Some material will remain hidden deep in wall cavities. This material is contained by a federally mandated management plan and creates no health hazard under its current condition. Administration Building Acoustical Ceiling Enclosed Wall and Ceiling Areas Hillcrest Elementary School

Middle School

Underground Tunnels Enclosed Wall Areas

Underground Tunnels Enclosed Wall Areas

North Bay Elementary School

High School

Underground Tunnels Enclosed Wall Areas

Underground Tunnels Enclosed Wall Areas

District Warehouse None

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August 2015 Dear Students and Parents/Guardians: Welcome to the North Bend School District and to our elementary school program! This year will be our kick off with the implementation of the elementary reconfiguration. Both elementary schools are ready to embrace new students, families, and change. We have been working hard to make this a smooth transition, while maintaining similar educational programs in each school. Throughout the school year, the students in our classrooms will be provided with exciting opportunities to gain new knowledge through a wide variety of learning experiences. We are very proud of our staff and our schools and are pleased to be able to share them with you. The remainder of this handbook contains the Parent Handbook, Program Guide Information, and Student Conduct Code for North Bend School District’s elementary students. We encourage you to review this document and if you have any questions please don’t hesitate to call. Oregon statutes require that school districts publish and distribute to all students and parents "written rules regarding pupil conduct, discipline and rights and procedures..." (ORS 339.240). In compliance with the requirement, this Student Conduct Code has been adopted by your local School Board and is to be used uniformly throughout all elementary schools in the District. Students and parents/guardians should familiarize themselves with this portion of the document. It outlines both the rights and the responsibilities of all students who attend an elementary school in this school district. We are looking forward to the coming school year! Our hope is that each and every one of our students will find it to be a year that holds pleasant and successful learning experiences. Sincerely,

Mr. Bruce Martin, North Bend Elementary Director Mrs. Colleen Reeves, Principal, North Bay Elementary Mr. Jon Davison, Principal, Hillcrest Elementary 22

Fall 2015 Dear Parents/Guardians: We, the elementary teachers of North Bend, strive to teach the skills necessary for our students to do well as they continue their academic careers. Each student is provided a strong foundation in reading, math, writing, and thinking skills. Teachers at all grade levels take an active role in the selection of the curriculum. We serve on committees that review textbooks and select programs that will best meet our students' needs. Grade-level meetings are held throughout the year to discuss the problems and successes in each area of the curriculum. We share ideas to make each subject area more interesting and meaningful to our students. The same textbooks and basic curriculum are used throughout the district. The curriculum is modified only by the different style of each teacher and by the activities selected to meet the educational needs of individual students in the classroom. There is a consistency of instruction throughout the district, but each teacher brings an individual flair to the curriculum as well. Besides a good academic foundation, we feel very strongly that it is important for each child to have a positive self-image. We try to instill in each child a sense of honesty and politeness; concern for others; and pride in the school, community, and country. It is our belief that parents are an important part of each child’s self-esteem and education. Good communication between the home and school is essential to ensure the best possible education for your child. Our time is always open to hear questions, concerns, and comments about your child's progress. Together, we can prepare "our" children for the future. Educationally yours,

The Elementary Teachers of North Bend

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North Bend School District #13 District Wide Parental Involvement Policy PART I. North Bend School District will be governed by the following definition of parental involvement and expects that its schools will carry out programs, activities and procedures in accordance with this definition: Parental involvement means the participation of parents in regular, two-way, and meaningful communication involving student academic learning and other school activities, including ensuring – (A) That parents play an integral role in assisting their child’s learning; (B) That parents are encouraged to be actively involved in their child’s education at school; (C) That parents are full partners in their child’s education and are included, as appropriate, in decisionmaking and on advisory committees to assist in the education of their child; (D) The carrying out of other activities (such as those described in section 1118 of the ESEA). The North Bend School District agrees to implement the following statutory requirements: 

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The district will conduct programs, activities and procedures for the involvement of parents and guardians in all of its schools. Programs, activities and procedures will be planned and operated with meaningful consultation between schools and parents of participating children with outreach to parents who are economically disadvantaged, are experiencing homelessness, are disabled, have limited English proficiency, have limited literacy, are migratory, or are of any racial, cultural or ethnic minority background. Consistent with section 1118 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), the district will work with its schools to ensure that school-level parental involvement policies meet the requirements of section 1118(b) of the ESEA. The district ensures that the required parental involvement policies meet the requirements of the Parental Involvement section of No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB), and that each Title I, Part A school has developed a school-parent compact consistent with the NCLB requirements. The district will incorporate this parental involvement policy into the Continuous Improvement Plan that is submitted to the Oregon Department of Education. In carrying out the Title I, Part A parental involvement requirements, to the extent practicable, the district and its schools will provide full opportunities for the meaningful participation of parents with limited English proficiency, parents with disabilities, parents experiencing homelessness, and parents of migratory children. Participation includes providing information and school reports required by No Child Left Behind (NCLB) in an understandable and uniform format, including alternative formats on request, and to the extent practicable, in a language parents understand. If the district’s Continuous Improvement Plan is not satisfactory to the parents of participating children, the district will submit any parent comments with the plan when the district submits the plan to the Oregon Department of Education. The district will involve parents of children served in Title I, Part A schools in decisions about how the 1 percent of Title I, Part A funds reserved for parental involvement is spent, and will ensure that not less than 95 percent of the one percent reserved goes directly to the schools.

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Implementation of Required District-wide Parental Involvement Policy Components

1. The North Bend School District will take the following actions to involve parents in the joint development of its parental involvement plan: The district and schools will communicate with and involve parents by utilizing:   

Parent-Student Handbooks to inform parents about the parent involvement policy and their right to participate in review and revision of the policy. Distribution of school newsletters and/or newspapers informing parents when review of the policy will occur. Review policy at Site Council and PTA/PTO meetings 24

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Review policy during Title I and Title III parent meetings

2. The North Bend School District will take the following actions to involve parents in the process of school review and improvement:  Notify parents through newsletters of annual review and update of school-wide plans  Provide opportunities to review the school-wide plan at annual Title I and Title III parent meetings  Post school-wide plans on the building websites  Review school-wide plans at site council and PTA/PTO meetings 3. The North Bend School District will provide the following necessary coordination, technical assistance, and other support to assist in planning and implementing effective parental involvement activities to improve student academic achievement and school performance:  Coordinate meetings to review school-wide data and update/revise school-wide plans and parent involvement policies.  Provide child care and transportation when requested to attend parent meetings and trainings.  Hold meetings at various times of the day to accommodate as much as feasible, parent schedules and maximize opportunities for parents to be involved in their child’s education. 4. North Bend School District will coordinate and integrate effective parental involvement strategies in Head Start, by:  Arranging meetings with Head Start to plan Parental Involvement  Offer an open house for Head Start and private school parents to ensure a smooth transition  Kindergarten Round Up each spring to introduce parents and incoming students to teachers, classrooms, principals and the building; provide information on academic expectations for kindergarten students, and parents opportunities to ask questions and enroll their children for the following school year. 5. North Bend School District will take the following actions to conduct, with the involvement of parent, an annual evaluation of the content and effectiveness of this parental involvement policy in improving the quality of the district’s educational programs. The evaluation will include identifying barriers to greater participation by parents in parental involvement activities (with particular attention to parents who are economically disadvantaged, are disabled, are experiencing homelessness, have limited English proficiency, have limited literacy, are migratory, or are of any racial or ethnic minority background). The district will use the findings of the evaluation about its parental involvement, and to revise, if necessary (and with the involvement of parents) it is parental involvement policies.  Parent concerns, input, and recommendations for change given during annual parent meetings (Open house, parent-teacher conferences, PTA/PTO, Title I parent meeting, Title III parent meeting)  Parent surveys that include questions about parent involvement  Parent notification of review/revision meetings

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Parent Involvement Capacity Building

North Bend School District will build the school and parent capacity for strong parental involvement to ensure effective involvement of parents and to support a partnership between schools, parents, and community to improve student academic achievement, through the following activities described below: 1. The district will provide assistance to parents in understanding topics such as:  Oregon’s academic content standards  Oregon’s student academic achievement standards  Oregon and local academic assessments including alternate assessments  Requirements of applicable federal Title programs  How to monitor their child’s progress Activities will include: 25

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Providing homework tips in monthly newsletters Scheduling individual student conferences Holding open house and other school-wide parent activities Holding annual Title I and III parent meetings/including parents of homeless students Providing building and classroom contact information, teacher letters, homework folders, regular progress reports, access to Snap Grades, newsletters/newspaper, student study team meetings

2. The district will, with the assistance of its schools and staff, provide materials and training to help parents work with their children to improve their children’s academic achievement by:  Providing training opportunities for parents to learn strategies for helping their child become a better reader at the Title I schools both during the day and in the evening  Informing parents of opportunities for parenting classes through newsletters and notes home  Providing resource materials either free of charge or for checkout at their child’s school  Assisting parents with accessing needed community services and agencies 3. The district will, with the assistance of its parents, educate its teachers, pupil services personnel, principals and other staff in: how to reach out to, communicate with and work with parents as equal partners; the value and utility of contributions of parents’ and how to implement and coordinate parent programs and build ties between parents and schools, by:  Inviting parents to participate in faculty meetings  Providing information related to parent involvement for building administrators to take back to staff at District Administrative meetings  Parent involvement via membership in building and district level site councils  Staff development around issues related to homelessness and ELL  Parent-teacher conferences  PTA/PTO meetings 4. The school/district will, to the extent feasible and appropriate, coordinate and integrate parental involvement programs and activities with Head Start, public preschool and other programs, and conduct other activities, such as parent resource centers, that encourage and support parents in more fully participating in the education of their children, by:  Working with outside agencies to coordinate and integrate parental involvement programs 5. The district will take the following actions to ensure that information related to the school and parent programs meetings, and other activities, is sent to the parents of participating children in an understandable and uniform format, including alternative formats upon request, and, to the extent practicable, in a language the parents can understand:  Newsletters, flyers and upcoming events will be posted on the district website  School and district letters will be translated either written or verbally when necessary  Interpreters will be provided at meetings when needed  Phone conferences with staff will be arranged when requested  School events will be posted in newsletters/newspapers and sent home or available at the schools *

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NORTH BEND SCHOOL DISTRICT #13 Philosophy for Instructional Programs The instructional program of the North Bend School District is based on the Content Standards and Common Curriculum Goals established by the State of Oregon and the Course Goals that have been developed by our own school district. These goal statements describe the learning outcomes expected of students at each grade level in each subject area. The instruction in classrooms across the district is based on the goals that have been established. Student progress in each subject area is measured against the Course Goals and reported to parents on the student report cards. A student's grade is a composite measurement of his/her progress in attaining the learning outcomes specified in these goal statements. District Curriculum Guides are available for inspection in the office of each school building. Parents are welcome to schedule a time to visit with teachers to discuss how their child's grade is derived and to learn how students meet the goals set for each area of study. Personally Identifiable Information North Bend School District, in accordance with Oregon Senate Bill 97 and the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, gives notice to all parents and legal guardians that the following information is directory information: name, address, telephone number, photograph, date and place of birth, dates of attendance, and the most recent school or educational institution attended. Your child's name, photograph, address, and telephone number may be used in the following activities while he/she is an elementary student (kindergarten through fifth grade) in the District: annual, school newsletters, school displays/bulletin boards, class video projects, school directory, school programs and activities (music, athletics, plays), and PTO functions (chili feeds, carnival, etc). This information could be published and released without prior written consent of parents or legal guardians unless they notify the building principal that the above information should not be released without their prior written consent. Such notification must be in writing and be addressed to the building principal. Please note: No personally identifiable student information will be published on North Bend School District’s website without parent permission. Severe Weather or other Emergency Conditions In the event that severe weather or other circumstances create conditions under which it could be hazardous to run the school buses (for example, snow or ice has accumulated overnight, continues to fall, and is predicted to continue throughout the day), the Superintendent will determine whether or not school classes and related activities should be canceled. Should the Superintendent authorize a temporary school closure, all local media stations will be notified of the action by 6:45 am. If the Superintendent decides not to cancel school activities, and weather conditions should happen to worsen during the school day, parents can depend on the schools to always abide by District Policy EBCD-AR. This policy assures parents that students will not be transported home earlier than regularly scheduled, but that they may personally come to school to pick up their children if they so desire. The policy was adopted by the District in recognition of the fact that many homes are unoccupied during the day, and many parents would prefer that their children not be home alone. This, of course, is especially true in the event of serious emergency situations; power lines may be down, neighborhoods could be without power and heat, or other hazardous conditions might exist.

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Administration of Medication at School Ideally, all medication would be given to students at home. However, there are students with chronic illnesses or long-term health conditions, as well as students recovering from temporary illnesses, who need to receive medication in the school setting. When medication must be administered at school, school personnel must comply with state and federal regulations. These laws make a distinction between over-the-counter and prescription medication. In all cases, written parental permission must be on file for any medication. For prescription medication, physician instructions must be on file. Definitions

“Prescription medication” means any noninjectable drug, chemical compound, suspension, or preparation in suitable form for use as a curative or remedial substance taken either internally or externally by a student under the written direction of a physician. Prescription medication does not include dietary food supplements. “Nonprescription medication” means only commercially prepared, nonalcohol-based medication to be taken at school that is necessary for the student to remain in school. This shall be limited to eyes, nose, and cough drops, cough suppressants, analgesics, decongestants, antihistamines, topical antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and antacids that do not require written or oral instructions from a physician. Nonprescription medication does not include dietary food supplements. "Physician's instructions" must be in compliance with the prescription privileges of the physician's licensing board. These instructions must include: name of medication, dosage, time interval, and method of administration. These instructions may be included either on a prescription label or in a separate communication from the physician. Procedures

For school personnel to administer any medication: 1.

The parent or guardian must provide written permission for any medication and the child's physician must give written instruction for any prescription medication. The prescription label may constitute the physician's written instructions. It is recommended that possible adverse reactions be included with the instructions. Telephone authorization is not acceptable. 2. All prescription medication must be in the original container with the student's and the doctor's name, with directions clearly marked on a pharmacy label. Non-prescription (over-the-counter) medication may be given with specific written direction and written consent of the parent or guardian which includes: name of student, name of medication, route, dosage, frequency of administration, and other special instruction if any. The medication must be in the original container. A new request must be submitted to the school at the beginning of each school year for those students needing ongoing medication. 5. Although school personnel will make every effort to administer the medication, it is the child's or the parent's ultimate responsibility to remember the prescribed times the medication is to be given. 6. If medication is for emergency use only (i.e. glucose for insulin reaction), a physician's statement is required stating that the necessity for timely administration precludes waiting for an emergency vehicle. Complete instructions for administration, as well as symptoms to be aware of, must be provided by a physician and accompany the medication. 7. Medication not picked up by the parent at the end of the school year or within five school days after the end of the medication period, whichever is earlier, will be disposed of by designated school staff in a nonrecoverable fashion. Self-administration of emergency or life sustaining medication:

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The student is physically, mentally and behaviorally capable, in the written opinion of the parent, physician and the credentialed school nurse, to assume that responsibility has been adequately instructed at home; B. The medication is necessary to the student’s health and must be taken during school hours; C. The student has successfully demonstrated self-administration of the medication to the school nurse; D. Supervision is provided by the credentialed school nurse, when available, or by designated school personnel. 2.

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Grades K – 8: Self-medication of prescription and nonprescription medications is not allowed except in cases where a student must carry such medication on his/her person for immediate access. A parent (guardian) permission form must be submitted for self-medication. In the case of prescription medication, permission from the physician is also required. Such permission may be indicated on the prescription label. Building principal or school nurse permission is required for all self-medication requests. Permission to self-medicate may be revoked if the student violates the Board’s policy governing Administering Medicines to Students and/or these regulations. Additionally, students may be subject to discipline, up to and including expulsion, as appropriate.

Students with Communicable Disease North Bend School District has the responsibility to safeguard the health of all students and employees as it pertains to communicable disease. A communicable disease is one that can be transmitted easily from one individual to another. The prevention of communicable disease is accomplished through education, health appraisal, environmental control, sanitation and immunization. Control consists of early detection, diagnosis, adequate isolation and treatment. Students may be restricted for the following: Temperature of 100.5 in the past 24 hours Diarrhea in the past 24 hours Vomiting in the past 24 hours Unidentifiable rash The school nurse or building administrator may exclude students from attendance at school if the student is suspected of having a school restrictable disease. Readmission to school can take place when: (1) the student’s physician submits a statement that the student’s condition is not contagious; or (2) when there is evidence to the school nurse or building administrator that is student condition has been adequately treated. The school nurse will report to the county health officer reportable communicable diseases among students and/or staff as required by applicable provisions of Oregon Administrative Rules. School restrictable diseases includes, but are not limited to: Chicken Pox

Mumps

Plague

Cholera

Pediculosis (lice)

Rubella

Diphtheria

Pertussis

Scabies

Measles

Pink Eye

Tuberculosis

Staphylococcal Skin Infections

Streptococcal Infections

However: The District will adhere strictly in policies and procedures to the Oregon Revised Statutes and the Oregon Administrative Rules as they relate to a student infected with HIV. (Applies to students 6 years or older and not Special Education students)

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The District recognizes a student (parent) has no obligation to inform the District of an HIV+ condition and that the student has a right to attend school. If the District is informed, written guidelines shall be requested of the student (parent). These guidelines shall include who may have the information, who will give the information, how the information will be given, and where and when the information will be given.

When informed of the infection, and with written permission from the student (parent), the District will develop procedures for formulating an evaluation team. The team shall address the nature, duration, and severity of risk as well as any modification of activities. The team shall continue to monitor the student’s condition. Notification of alternative educational programs shall be made if a HIV+ student withdraws from school.

CURRICULUM The Oregon legislature has directed that all students shall receive instruction in mathematics, science, history, geography, economics, civics, English, arts, second language, health, and physical education. In addition, the Oregon Department of Education has established grade level curriculum guides and set academic performance rd standards starting in 3 grade. During the elementary school years, your child will begin to develop the skills and learning habits, which will lead to a high school diploma. The North Bend elementary staff has produced information to communicate to you the key basic skills your child will learn. The list of skills is not inclusive but was prepared to assure parents that the basic skills are an integral part of the District's elementary curriculum. The basic skills are listed at the grade level they are introduced. These same skills are reinforced throughout your child's years in the North Bend School District. Although we have listed these by grade level, all students learn at different rates. Your child may learn those skills before or after the grade level listed. Your child will be evaluated on these skills regularly with many different forms of assessment. This may include projects, portfolios, and performances, as well as traditional testing. Assessment of your child's growth is continuous. A detailed listing of subject area skills can be found at the North Bend district website, (www.nbend.k12.or.us), or copies are available in each building office. Much of the curriculum will be interrelated throughout each year. This integration will allow your child to see relationships among subjects. For example, the concept of patterns might be studied in math, music, art, and other areas. Our staff is committed to teaching these skills. We believe this will prepare your child for success in middle school, high school, and beyond. We look forward to being Partners for your Child's Success.

CURRENT ELEMENTARY TEXTBOOKS Language Arts

Science

Houghton Mifflin Reading, 2008 (Grades K-5)

Simply Science, 2001 (Grades K-2) Macmillan/McGraw-Hill Science, 2002 (Grades 3-5)

Phonics (Grades K-2) Houghton Mifflin, 2008

Spelling Houghton Mifflin, 2008 (Grades K-5)

Mathematics Early learning in Mathematics, PIR 2009 (KG) Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Go Math, 2012 (Grades 1-5)

Health Harcourt Brace Your Health, 1999

Social Studies McGraw-Hill, Adventures in Time & Place, 2000 (Grades (K-5)

Additional State-Mandated Programs Career Education Instruction for Infectious Diseases Fire Safety

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TRANSITION TO MIDDLE SCHOOL North Bend teachers and administrators want to ease the transition from elementary school to middle school for our students and their parents. The middle school principal and counselors meet with each fourth or fifth grade class in the spring. Meeting the educational needs and easing the social adjustments of each student are the top priorities of our middle school faculty and staff.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Music The elementary program is designed to provide a variety of musical experiences for all children in kindergarten through fifth grade. Primary students have experience with simple rhythm instruments. Recorders, ukuleles, guitars, and keyboards may be provided for fourth and fifth grades. The students participate in singing, playing, and listening experiences designed to enhance their understanding and appreciation of music.

Band Band is offered at the sixth grade level to all interested students. Selection and care of an instrument, rhythm, scales, and music theory are taught. Opportunities to perform publicly are offered several times each year.

Art Appropriate media, art activities, and art appreciation are provided at each grade level by the classroom teacher.

Technology All elementary schools have a computer lab. All students in grades one through five will receive instruction in Computer Literacy. The use of technology is an integral part of our classroom instruction.

Library All classes have a scheduled opportunity to visit and check out books from their school library each week. Libraries are also open to individual students during recesses and a computer is available. A library skills program is taught at each grade level to familiarize the students with the library, its resources and uses.

Additional Services Additional services are provided by North Bend Public Schools or South Coast Educational Service District to meet the special needs of our students. These programs include: - Language and speech development with a speech pathologist; - Special Education provided in Resource Rooms; - Title I services at each elementary school; - Other, more specialized, services are provided when needed.

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Elementary Student Conduct Code PHILOSOPHY The School Board recognizes and accepts responsibility under ORS 339.240, for setting standards for student conduct which are conducive to achievement of this District's adopted goals for education. In establishing rules to reflect these standards, the Board recognizes that individual liberties are not absolute -that they must be balanced against the interest of the common good or common decency. It also recognizes that such rules and regulations must be reasonable and proper so they do not abridge the rights or privileges of individual students. These rules were developed with the intent to create an atmosphere in school buildings that will advance students in their studies, as well as promoting their safety and welfare. In addition, these regulations should serve to prevent distraction from an orderly and effective educational process. In a community of learners, every individual should share the rights, duties, obligations, and responsibilities for creating and maintaining an atmosphere that supports curiosity and learning. The accomplishment of this goal requires a school climate free from intimidation or discrimination, and one that is ethically and morally wholesome. The primary purpose of this document is to outline positive, constructive student behavior. When rules are broken and students' behavior is not constructive, preventive and remedial help is sought for them. A student who persists in behavior that interferes with the education of other students, threatens or injures other students or staff in the school, or interferes with the orderly operation of the school, may be subject to suspension, expulsion or other appropriate disciplinary action as supported by Oregon Revised Statutes 339.240, 339.250, and 339.260. "Fairness" or "reasonableness" as required by the due process provisions of the Constitution is a major purpose of these guidelines. However, learning and chaos are not complimentary partners. Learning takes place best under an atmosphere of open communications, self-discipline, and clearly understood control. The expectations in this area must be clearly outlined. The regulations that follow are intended to constitute a guideline for orderly conduct rather than a detailed account of all rules and regulations of the District and each individual elementary school. They apply whenever a student is under the jurisdiction of the school. This means when a student is in a school building, on school grounds, at any school-sponsored activity, or riding in a vehicle provided by the school for transportation related to a school function.

DISCIPLINE The North Bend Elementary Schools have the goal of establishing an atmosphere throughout every school in which children will feel safe, secure, and happy and have a maximum opportunity to learn. In an effort to accomplish this goal, each elementary school has developed a school-wide discipline plan. The plan specifies rules that cover the behaviors we expect from our students. The plan also states that students who break the rules will receive negative consequences, and students who follow the rules will receive positive consequences. Each teacher has a plan for classroom behavior, a copy of which will be provided to you by your child's teacher. We are confident that a thorough and clearly stated classroom and school-wide discipline plan will teach our children to be responsible for their actions and make this school year a positive and motivating experience.

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themselves in an orderly manner at school during the school day or during school-sponsored activities. 2. Students in violation of Board policy and/or code of conduct will be subject to discipline up to and including expulsion. Students may be denied participation in extracurricular activities. Titles and/or privileges available to or granted to students may also be denied and/or revoked. A referral to law enforcement may also be made. B. Discipline 1. Definitions a. Summary Discipline Procedures: discipline for minor infractions or of an emergency nature, which may be handled without going through all the steps of a formal due process procedure. b. In-School Suspension (ISS): assignment of a student to complete his/her regular classroom assignments in another supervised designated area. c. Suspension (OSS): a temporary exclusion from school for a period not to exceed ten school days, unless special circumstances are involved. d. Expulsion: release of a student from school attendance not to exceed one calendar year. 2. Hearing the Accuser a. Staff complaints: students should hear directly from the teacher of the staff member the specific complaints or descriptions of unacceptable behavior if the student so desires. b. Student complaints: A school administrator, as a public officer, shall not be examined as to communications made to him/her in official confidence when the public interest would suffer by such disclosures. For this reason, the complaining student may not be required to face the accused nor have his/her identity revealed. 3. Suspension from School (Policy JGD; OAR 581-021-0065) a.

Students may be suspended for up to 10 school days for one or more of the following reasons 1) Theft; 2) Disruption of the school; 3) Willful damage or injury to school district property; 4) Damage or destruction of private property on school premises or during a school activity; 5) Assault or menacing any school employee or another student. (“Menace” means by word or conduct a student intentionally attempts to place a school employee or another student in fear of imminent serious physical injury.); 6) Unauthorized possession or use of weapons or dangerous instruments (Policy JFCJ); 7) Unlawful use or possession of drugs, narcotics, tobacco, or alcoholic beverages (Policies JFCG/KGC/GBK and JFCI); 8) Persistent failure to comply with rules or the lawful directions of teachers or school officials; 9) Willful disobedience, open defiance of a teacher’s authority, or the use or display of profane or obscene language; 10) Use of threats, intimidation, harassment, hazing or any other act of coercion against any fellow student or school employee (Policies JFCF/GBNA and JFCM). b. The suspending administrator shall notify the student’s parents or guardians of the suspension, the conditions for reinstatement, and the appeal procedures, where applicable. A letter will also be mailed to a parent or guardian stating the time, date, the charge(s), the specific act(s) that support the charge(s) for suspension and the procedures to be followed by the student and his/her parent or guardian for reinstatement. c. A suspension may result in an expulsion.

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In special circumstances, a suspension may be continued until some specific pending action occurs. Students who are suspended may not attend after-school activities and athletic events, be present on district property without a parent, or participate in activities directed or sponsored by the district. The Board or designated representatives shall specify the methods and conditions, if any, under which the student’s schoolwork can be made up.

4. Expulsion from school (Policy JGE) a. No student may be expelled without a hearing unless the student’s parents, or the student if 18 years of age, waive the right to a hearing, either in writing or by failure to appear after notice of a scheduled hearing. b. The superintendent acts as the hearings officer and can modify the expulsion requirement for a student on a case by case basis. The superintendent may request suspension of driving privileges for a student expelled for bringing a weapon to school. c. The hearings officer’s decision can be appealed by written request to the School Board within 10 days of the hearing. d. Expulsion of a student shall not extend beyond one calendar year. e. Alternative Education Programs will be proposed for instruction or instruction combined with counseling to the student. 5. Discipline of Students with Disabilities a.

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Students identified under the provisions of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), or other relevant federal and state laws and regulations, shall conform to provision of the Student Conduct Code and Board Policy unless a behavioral management plan included in their Individual Education Plan (IEP) provides to the contrary. If a behavior management plan is included in the IEP, the plan shall address standards of acceptable behavior, goals for improvement of behavior, and sanctions for failure to meet the standards and goals.

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The use of physical restraint and/or seclusion is only permitted as part of a behavioral support plan when other less restrictive interventions would not be effective and the student’s behavior poses a threat of imminent, serious physical harm to the student or others. Expect in the case of an emergency, only staff current in the required training in accordance with the district-designated physical restraint and seclusion training program will implement physical restraint or seclusion with a student. In an emergency, physical restraint and/or seclusion may also be used by a school administrator, teacher or other school employee as necessary to prevent a student from harming him/herself, students, staff or others or from causing damage to district property. The use of physical restraint or seclusion under these circumstances is only allowed so long as the student’s behavior poses a threat to imminent, serious physical harm to themselves, others or to district property.

Student Searches (Policy JFG) A. The Board seeks to ensure a learning environment which protects the health, safety, and welfare of students and staff. To assist the Board in attaining these goals, district administrators may, subject to the following requirements, search a student’s person and property, including property assigned by the district for student’s use. Such searches may be conducted at any time on district property or when the student is under the jurisdiction of the district at school-sponsored activities. 1. Requirements: a. The district official shall have individualized, “reasonable suspicion” to believe evidence of a violation of law, Board policy, administrative regulation or school rule is present in a particular place;

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b. The search shall be “reasonable in scope.” That is, the measures used are reasonably related to the objectives of the search and not excessively intrusive in light of the age, sex, maturity of the student and nature of the infraction. 2. District officials may also search when they have reasonable information that emergency/dangerous circumstances exist. 3. Routine inspections of district property assigned to students may be conducted at any time. 4. District officials may seize any item which is evidence of a violation of law, Board policy, administrative regulation or school rule, or which the possession of is prohibited by such law, policy, regulation or rule.

DRESS AND GROOMING PHILOSOPHY The School Board endorses the concept that parents or guardians are primarily responsible for insuring proper student dress and grooming. The Board recognizes, however, that the District has a responsibility to the entire community and to this end it shall take into account the perceived desires and feelings of the citizenry. Because of this philosophy, therefore, the school board will establish regulations relative to student dress and grooming and these regulations will be enforced within each school of the district by its administration and staff. REGULATIONS These regulations apply to students while attending school during the regular day and while attending those school activities so designated by each separate school administrator. General 1. The total general appearance shall contribute to a well-groomed look. Dress and grooming shall not be a disturbing influence to classes or the education process. 2. Clothing will be clean, neatly worn, and worn as intended by the manufacturer. 3. All students will wear shoes at all times (shoes found to be leaving marks on floors will be prohibited). 4. Hat/caps and other head coverings shall not be worn in the buildings during the school day. 5. Modifications of dress and/or grooming may be required by an instructor and or an administrator if a safety factor in the course or activity is involved. 6. The principal shall have the prerogative of prohibiting specific items of clothing which, in his/her judgment, distract from the educational process. 7. The wearing of short shorts/running shorts shall not be permitted, and the principal's judgment concerning length shall be final. 8. The wearing of cut-offs, tank tops, open-back clothing, half-shirts, and all clothing with inappropriate written messages is prohibited. Specifically clothing which contains obscenities, vulgarities, or suggestions of immoral behavior or which speak to items or acts which are not legal in school buildings shall be prohibited. 9. Students will be prohibited from carrying or wearing material, devices, identifying markings, or paraphernalia that may indicate membership or support for gangs. Exceptions Dress and grooming pertaining to special educational experiences and school activities will be at the direction of individual school administrators. REVISION COMMITTEE Provision for the establishment of a revision committee is made due to the realization that no school setting is static and the realization that all systems need periodic review.

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FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION One of the basic purposes of schooling is to prepare students for responsible self expression in a democratic society. Responsible use of free expression must be viewed as a part of this learning process. Therefore, school officials may review publications and speeches and may counsel on matters of libel, slander, journalistic ethics, and the probable effect of statements or writings on the orderly operation of school. A. Rights 1. Students are entitled to express their personal opinions. 1. Students are encouraged to express written personal opinions in school publications and to participate in producing school publications. 2. Under certain conditions, students may obtain school authorization to sell materials or engage in activities which solicit student financial contributions in support of student publications. 4. Students may refuse to participate in patriotic exercises as long as such non-participation does not infringe upon the rights of others or does not disrupt the educational process. 5. Students may wear certain distinctive insignias so long as they do not trespass on the rights of others or interfere with the orderly operation of the school program. B. Responsibilities 1. Symbolic and actual freedom of expression shall not interfere with the freedom of others to express themselves. The use of profane language and threats of harm to person or property are prohibited. 2. Willful disobedience, open defiance of a teacher or school official's authority, may be sufficient cause for disciplinary action. 3. Any publication sponsored or in any way funded by the school shall be known as a school publication as opposed to a student publication. (Example: A school newspaper should reflect the total life of a school community. Even though the publication may be accomplished by student effort, the student has a responsibility to the total school community. Libelous and profane or obscene matter are prohibited from all publications.)

NONSTUDENTS - LOITERING To help protect student and school property and to prevent disruptive activity, school officials should be notified if any persons who are not members of the staff or student body are inside the building or on the grounds. A. Rights 1. Visitors are welcome in school buildings so long as their presence is legitimate and school officials are aware of the visit. B. Responsibilities 1. Visitors in the school building during a normal school day are expected to come first to the main office and arrange for the conduct of their business. 2. No individual may loiter in or near a school building or grounds. "Loitering" means not having any reason or relationship involving custody of, or responsibility for, a student or not having a specific, legitimate reason for being in or near a school building or grounds. 3. Students on campus who are under suspension or expulsion are technically non-students and are subject to loitering policies. C. Consequences 1. Violators may be removed from the premises and/or prosecuted to the full extent of the law.

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NEIGHBOR'S RIGHTS Community residents have the rights of privacy, property, and freedom from abuse as provided by law. Students must not loiter, litter, trespass, or create nuisance conditions in the community. Schools have the responsibility to cooperate with law enforcement agencies with respect to law violations.

STUDENT RECORDS Student education records are those records that are directly related to a student and maintained by the district. The record may include progress reports, standardized test results, academic evaluations, psychological tests, IEPs, health records, and written transcripts of incidents relating to student behavior. Clear policies are needed regarding these records and care must be exercised in the use of student records. A. Rights and Responsibilities 1. All student records shall be confidential and except as hereinafter provided, shall be open for inspection only in accordance with the law, and the rules and regulations adopted by the District School Board. Personnel having access to student records shall not violate the confidentiality of those records. 2. The Superintendent has established rules and regulations to provide that all student records shall be available for inspection by any parent or legal guardian requesting to see such individual records; however, student behavioral records shall be released only in the presence of an individual qualified to explain or interpret the records, as prescribed by law. 3. Release of student behavior records for use in any proceedings, civil or criminal, in any court of this state, will be made only by the Superintendent or his/her designated representative, or with the consent of the student or juvenile so confiding or to whom such records relate, if the student is 18 years of age or over, or if the person is a minor, with the consent of his/her parent or legal guardian. Release shall be made only in the presence of an individual qualified to explain or interpret the records as prescribed by law. 4. Student progress records shall be available to all teaching staff, to parents or legal guardians, and upon request, to other agencies having a demonstrated interest in the student when such a request is accompanied by permission from the student of 18 years of age or the parent or legal guardian if the student is a minor. 5. North Bend School District in accordance with Oregon Senate Bill 97 and the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 gives notice to all parents and legal guardians that the following information is directory information: name, photograph, date and place of birth, dates of attendance, and the most recent school or educational institution attended. (Board Policy J0A) This information will be published and released without prior written consent of parents or legal guardians unless they notify the building principal that the above information should not be released without their prior written consent. Such notification should be in writing and be addressed to the building principal.

ATTENDANCE POLICY North Bend Elementary School students are expected to attend school regularly and to be on time for classes. There is a direct relationship between poor attendance and class failure. Students who have good attendance generally achieve higher grades, enjoy school more, and are better prepared for their middle school and high school years. The attendance system is based upon the following assumptions. A. The major responsibility for school attendance is the student and his/her parents or guardians. B. The school has the responsibility to: 1. Keep accurate records; 2. Report excessive or irregular absences to the proper authorities; 3. Work with students and their parents/guardians for the improvement of attendance. C.

The student has the following responsibilities:

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1. Absences from school MUST be for illness (personal/family) or special situations as authorized by the principal. The principal or his/her designee has discretion to determine if an absence is excused or unexcused. 2. Make-up work and due date must be arranged with the classroom teacher. 3. A note signed by the parent, explaining the cause of absence, must accompany the student upon his/her return to school. 4. Constant tardiness is a reflection on the student, the home, and the school. Good habits, such as promptness, are a shared responsibility of the home and school. Late students disturb the class and deprive the latecomer of valuable instruction. Please cooperate by getting to school on time. 5. Tardy students must report to the office on arrival at school.

TITLE VI, TITLE IX, 504, AND APPROPRIATE STATE LAW A.

The North Bend Public Schools, based upon federal and state law, do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, age, handicap, or national origin. The District does not discriminate in its educational program or activities, which it operates, or in its hiring practices.

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The District is in compliance with Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Act (Public Law 88-352), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex; HEW regulation 504, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of physical or mental handicap; and the Oregon Administrative Rule 581-21-0045, ORS 326.051, ORS 659.150, and all rules issued by the State Board of Education pursuant to these laws to the end that no person in Oregon shall on the basis of age, handicap, national origin, race, marital status, religion, or sex, 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 State Board of Education.

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If you have inquiries or a possible complaint under the provisions of federal or state law, contact the Superintendent at North Bend Public Schools, 1913 Meade Street, North Bend, OR 97459, telephone 756-2521.

Radios - Skateboards – Bicycles – Personal Communication Devices A. Skateboards – are never to be allowed on the campus, as they create noise, are hazardous to the safety of others, and are difficult to store and protect from theft. B. Bicycles – are not to be ridden on the campus during the school day, as they are hazardous to the safety of others. C. Personal Communication Devices (Policy JFCEB) 1. A personal communication device is a device that emits an audible signal, vibrates, displays a message otherwise summons or delivers a communication to the possessor of the device. These include, but are not limited to, walkie-talkies, portable radios, portable scanning devices, cell phones and pagers, personal digital assistants (PDAs), laptops computers and similar devices with wireless capability. 2. Cell phones and pagers shall be turned off during instructional or class time or at any other time where such use of the device would cause a disruption of school activities. 3. Cell phones which have the capability to take photographs or videos shall not be used for such purposes while on district property or while a student is engaged in schoolsponsored activities, unless as expressly authorized in advance by the building principal or designee. 4. Laptop computers and PDAs brought to school will be restricted to classroom or instructional-related activities only. 5. The district will not be liable for personal communication devices brought to district property and school-sponsored activities. 6. Students are subject to disciplinary action for using a personal communication device in any manner that is academically dishonest, illegal, or violates the terms of this policy. A referral to law enforcement officials may also be made. 7. Personal communication devices brought to district property or used in violation of this policy are subject to confiscation and will be released to the student’s parents or property owner, as appropriate. 38

Tobacco, Alcohol, and Drugs A.

Tobacco-Free Environment (Policy JFCG/KGC/GBK) 1. Student possession, use, distribution or sale of tobacco, including any smoking device, on district premises, at school-sponsored activities, on or off district premises, in district-owned, rented or leased vehicles or otherwise while on duty on or off district premises is prohibited. Tobacco use, distribution or sale by others on district property, in district vehicles or at district sponsored events on district premises is also prohibited. 2. Tobacco is defined as but not limited to any lighted or unlighted cigarette, cigar, pipe, bidi, clove cigarette, and any other smoking product, spit tobacco, also known as smokeless, dip, chew, snuff, in any form. 3. Student violation will lead to disciplinary action up to and including expulsion. Students may also be subject to removal from any or all extracurricular activities and/or denial or forfeiture of school honors or privileges. School and/or community service may be required. A referral to law enforcement may be made. Parents shall be notified of all violations involving their student and action taken by the school.

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Substance/Drug Abuse (Policy JFCI) 1. Substance abuse or the possession, use, sale or supply of any unlawful drug, including drug paraphernalia, or any substance purported to be an unlawful drug on or near the district premises or at any school-sponsored activity is prohibited. 2. Substance abuse means the use of any chemical or chemical compound which releases vapors or fumes or substance not otherwise expected by law, which is toxic corrosive, an irritant, a strong sensitizer, flammable, combustible, generates or is used to generate pressure, if such chemical or chemical compound, substance or mixture of substances is used in a manner that may cause intoxication, inebriation, stupefaction, personal injury or illness when induced by any means into the human body. 3. Unlawful drug means any drug as defined by the controlled Substances Act including, but not limited to, marijuana, cocaine opiates, amphetamines and phencyclidine (PCP) and also methamphetamine. As used in this policy, unlawful drug also means possession, use, sale or supply of prescription and nonprescription drugs in violation of Board policy JHCD, JHCDA and any accompanying administrative regulations 4. Drug paraphernalia means all equipment, products and materials of any kind which are marketed for the use or designed for the use in manufacturing, compounding, producing, processing, preparing, analyzing, packaging, storing, containing, concealing, injecting, ingesting, inhaling or otherwise inducing a controlled substance or intoxicant into the human body. 5. If possession or use occurred on school grounds or while participation in schoolsponsored activities, students will be subject to discipline up to and including expulsion. If possession or use occurred near school grounds, disciplinary action may include removal from any or all extracurricular activities and/or forfeiture of any school honors or privileges. Appropriate health and law enforcement agencies may be involved. Parents will be notified.

Sexual Harassment (Policy JBA/GBN/JBA-AR) A. North Bend School District is committed to the elimination of sexual harassment in district schools and activities. Sexual harassment is strictly prohibited and shall not be tolerated. B. Sexual harassment of students and staff shall include, but is not limited to, unwelcome sexual advances; request for sexual favors and other verbal, nonverbal, or physical conduct of a sexual nature. Examples: physical touching or graffiti of a sexual nature; displaying or distributing of sexually explicit drawings, pictures and written material; sexual

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gestures or obscene jokes; touching oneself sexually or talking about one’s sexuality in front of others; or spreading rumors about or rating other students or other as to appearance, sexual activity, or performance. C. Any student or employee who has knowledge of conduct in violation of this policy or feels he/she is a victim or sexual harassment must immediately report his/her concerns to the building principal or the superintendent. A student may also report concerns to a teacher, counselor, or school nurse. The student and the student’s parents shall be notified of the findings of the investigation and that remedial action has been taken, if appropriate. D. There shall be no retaliation by the district against any person who, in good faith, reports, files a complaint, or otherwise participates in an investigation or inquiry of sexual harassment; nor shall it adversely affect the educational assignments or study environment of a student complainant. E. Students in violation of this policy shall be subject to discipline up to and including expulsion and/or counseling or sexual harassment awareness training, as appropriate. The district may report individuals in violation to this policy to law enforcement officials.

POSSESSION OF EXPLOSIVES/WEAPONS Possession of dangerous weapons or replicas of dangerous weapons at school is prohibited. For purposes of this policy, "at school" includes school buildings, school property, school buses, and school activities and field trips held away from the regular school campus. It shall be the policy of the District to refer students to the North Bend Police Department (or the Coos County Sheriff's Office at schools north of the bay), to suspend from school, and to recommend for expulsion those students found to be in violation of this policy. "Dangerous weapons" means any weapon, device, instrument, material or substance, animate or inanimate, which under the circumstances in which it is possessed, used, attempted to be used, or threatened to be used, is readily capable of causing death or serious physical injury. Dangerous weapons may include, but not be limited to, firearms, knives, metal knuckles, straight razors, explosives, noxious, irritating or poisonous gases, poisons, unlawful drugs, or other items fashioned with the intent to use to harm, threaten or harass others. Also included are replicas of dangerous weapons and dangerous weapons, which are unloaded or inoperable. Prohibited weapons are subject to seizure or forfeiture. Incidents of student possession of a dangerous weapon will be reported to the student's parents and to the police. Appropriate disciplinary and legal action will be taken against students who possess dangerous weapons and against students who assist possession in any way. Students bringing weapons to school will be expelled for a period of not less than one year. The superintendent may modify the expulsion requirement on a case-by-case basis.

RULES GOVERNING PUPILS RIDING SCHOOL BUSES A change in the Oregon Revised Statutes requires that elementary school students (K-8) living more than one mile from school, and secondary school students (9-12) living more than one and one-half miles from school, must be offered transportation. Similarly, those students living less than one/one and one-half mile from school, respectively, are not to be transported unless health or safety reasons have been identified in a Board adopted supplemental plan. The supplemental plan provides for transportation of all rural K-5 students in the same manner as in the past. The supplemental plan states all North Bend city K-8 students living within one mile of their school shall be offered transportation if walking would require crossing one of the 4-lane primary streets with high volumes of fast-moving traffic: 1) Sherman Avenue, 2) Virginia Avenue, 3) Broadway Street, or 4) Newmark Street. The Board has also found that elementary school students required to cross Maine Street between McPherson and Hamilton Streets would face extreme traffic congestion and should be offered transportation even though they live within one mile of Hillcrest Elementary School. The North Bend School District #13 Board of Education has adopted Policy EEACC-AR Bus conduct Regulations as follows: The Board of Education recognizes and wholeheartedly endorses the following regulations governing pupils riding school buses, which the Oregon State Board of Education has issued and required to be posted in all school buses. 40

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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 animals, firearms, weapons, or other potentially hazardous material on the bus. 6. Pupils shall remain seated while bus is in motion. 7. Pupils may be assigned seats by the bus driver. 8. When necessary to cross the road, pupils shall cross in front of the bus or as instructed by the bus driver. 9. Pupils shall not extend their hands, arms, or heads through bus windows. 10. Pupils shall have written permission to leave the bus other than at home or school. 11. Pupils shall converse in normal tones - loud or vulgar language is prohibited. 12. Pupils shall not open or close windows without permission of driver. 13. Pupils shall keep the bus clean and must refrain from damaging it. 14. Pupils shall be courteous to the driver, to fellow pupils, and passersby. 15. Use of radios and tape players are prohibited on the route buses. 16. Pupils who refuse to obey promptly the directions of the driver or refuse to obey regulations may forfeit their privilege to ride on the buses. 17. Rules governing pupils riding school buses must be kept posted in a conspicuous place in all school buses. Minor violations of these regulations should first be pointed out or discussed as maturely and nonembarrassingly as possible by the driver. If violations are not remedied by the student, the driver should issue the student a first Bus Misconduct Report. On the report, the driver will include the student's name, school, date, bus number, and the breach of discipline. The driver will sign the report and instruct the student, unemotionally, that the ticket will have to be signed by a parent and the student's school administrator and returned to the driver if bus riding privileges are to be continued uninterrupted. The driver or the bus company will contact the appropriate school administrator and report the action. If the student fails to get the signatures or return the Misconduct form to the driver as required, the school administrator will be notified by the bus company. The school administrator will then contact the parents to make them aware of the problem and the potential for disciplinary action. Should the behavioral problem persist, or another one develops beyond an acceptable level, the driver will issue a second Bus Misconduct Report. The driver or bus company will report the action to the school administrator who will contact the parent and/or arrange a conference if needed. The conference should include the student, the driver, a parent, a bus company official, and the school administrator. If the school administrator and the bus company are satisfied that the student is deserving, or that disciplinary action short of suspension or expulsion is warranted, the student may continue to ride the bus. If it is determined by the school administrator that the student is not deserving of uninterrupted bus privileges, that fact will be communicated to the student and the parent; and a period of suspension will be set. Should a student be issued a third Bus Misconduct Report, the driver or the bus company will notify the appropriate school administrator, who will then inform the student and the parent/guardian of the disciplinary action to be taken -- normally suspension of District-furnished transportation service (see Board Policy EEA-CC-AR). No student shall be put off the bus, nor permitted to leave the bus, at locations other than home or school destinations unless requested in writing by a parent/guardian. Such requests must be dated, signed by the parent/guardian, and include the address of the destination to which the student is to be delivered.

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The North Bend School District #13 Board of Education has adopted Policy EEA-CC-AR, School Bus Discipline as follows: Definitions A. Conferences are meetings concerning Bus Conduct Code violations, between the principal or his/her designee and any or all of the following: 1. The student cited for Bus Conduct Code violations 2. The student's parent(s) 3. The school bus driver 4. The school transportation director or his/her designee 5. The student's teacher(s) B. Suspension from District-provided transportation is the temporary withdrawal of the right to Districtprovided transportation for a period not to exceed ten school days. C. Expulsion from District-provided transportation is the withdrawal of the right to District-provided transportation for the balance of the semester; the balance of the school year; or, when the expulsion occurs near the end of the school year, for the first semester of the following year. Procedures A.

The school principal, or his/her designee, may meet with the student; parent; bus driver; or bus supervisor; or any combination thereof; as deemed appropriate, in attempt to prevent future code violations or other unacceptable behavior on the school bus. The school principal, or his/her designee, may assign bus seating; detention; loss of privilege; or other punishment as deemed necessary to correct the errant behavior.

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Authority to suspend lays with the Superintendent or his/her designee. Students may be suspended from District-provided pupil transportation services when such suspensions are executed within the provisions contained on OAR 581-21-065(1) through (3) and all applicable procedures are consistent with OAR 581-53-002(9), 581-53-010, Public Law 101-476, and Section 504. The District Board shall have the right of final review, the School Board may affirm, amend, modify, or rescind any suspension order.

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Expulsion shall be considered upon the occurrence within one school year of an incident subsequent to the ten days of suspension, or upon the occurrence of any severe disciplinary problem constituting a demonstrable safety hazard for the school bus or persons inside/outside the school bus. Students may be expelled from District-provided pupil transportation services when such expulsions are executed within the provisions contained on OAR 581-21-065(1) through (3) and all applicable procedures are consistent with OAR 581-53-002(9), 581-53-010, Public Law 101-476, and Section 504. The District Board shall have the right of final review, the School Board may affirm, amend, modify, or rescind any expulsion order. The student and/or parent will have the right to appeal the loss of bus riding privileges to the School Principal, the Superintendent, and the Board of Education, in that order.

Please note: The MID Columbia Bus Company Busses are equipped with video surveillance equipment.

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CHILD FIND The North Bend School District is responsible to locate, evaluate, and serve children with special education needs, from birth through 21 years of age. If you know any child who may need special education or if you have questions about what services can be provided, please contact the North Bend School District Office at 541-756-2521, or write for information to: Special Education Department, North Bend School District 1913 Meade Street, North Bend, OR 97459.

PARENTS AND UNILATERAL PLACEMENT Parents are required to notify the District before unilaterally placing their child in a private placement. The notification may be at an IEP meeting or at least 10 days before withdrawing their child for private placement. They must let the District know that they do not accept the District’s offer of FAPE, that they will be making a unilateral placement and that they will be seeking public funding for their placement.

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To: Parents of North Bend School District Students: Access to the Internet is available to North Bend School District students. The purpose of the following information is to explain the network and its services so you will be able to decide if you wish to give permission for your child to have access. Return a written letter to the school office that your student is attending if you do not want your child to have Internet access. Please refer to Board Policies 11BG, IIBGA, and IIBGA-AR at: http://www.nbend.k12.or.us/NB13_Board/Policies/NBSD13-SBP_SecI.html. Two areas of access will be available to students: Internet Access: The Internet is an international network comprised of millions of computers. It allows students access to museums, libraries, science, and other sites with appropriate information. We will do our best to monitor students and seek the most current methods to prevent student access to inappropriate materials. However, Internet does not control or monitor the content of material on the network. Thus, your child may gain access to materials that could be objectionable. While we certainly don’t teach students how to find this material, it is impossible to completely prevent them from discovering it on their own. If this reality is unacceptable to you as a parent do not give your child permission to use Internet at school. Electronic Communications: All students will have access to email with parent permission. Access to chat rooms, and instant messaging will be granted only by special arrangement for specific projects and will need approval from the building administrator, the Superintendent, and the District Education Technology Specialist. We have taken the following steps to ensure that inappropriate access does not occur: 

Students using the Internet will do so only with teacher permission and supervision.

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An emphasis will be placed on exploration and use of sites that have appropriate educational content for learning and research.

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A District-wide filtering system is maintained, updated regularly, and is designed to block all identified, objectionable sites.

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All students using the system will be trained in its appropriate use.

I wish to assure you that we will take all possible precautions to ensure the online experiences students are involved in are appropriate and well supervised. If you decide not to give your child permission to access and to use the Internet, please inform the school in writing. If you have any questions please contact Joe Frischman, Technology Specialist, at 541-756-2521 x 8320 or your child’s teacher and we will be glad to talk with you in further detail. Inappropriate use of the District network and Internet will result in loss of use of the system and may result in disciplinary and/or legal action. Copies of all District technology policies and guidelines are available at the following websites: http://www.nbend.k12.or.us/NB13_Board/Policies/NBSD13-SBP_SecI.html http://www.nbend.k12.or.us/NB13_Depts/NBSD13-Departments-Technology.htm Sincerely,

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North Bend School District 13 Notice of Schoolwide Title I Program Eligibility 2012-2013 School Year

School: North Bay Elementary School

Date: August 2012

Dear Parent/Guardian: We have been notified that our school qualifies to receive federal funds under the No Child Left Behind Act of

2001, Title I, Part A, for the above indicated school year. Our school is eligible for the following: Schoolwide Title I Program: Schools may consolidate and use funds under Title I, together with other federal, state, and local funds, in order to upgrade the entire educational program in schools in which not less than 40% of the children enrolled are from low-income families. We look forward to your involvement in school activities and your child’s education. You will receive notices and information throughout the school year to keep you informed about the progress of your child and the status of the school in making progress toward helping all children meet high academic standards. We also look forward to your attendance at school meetings when we will discuss the development, revision, and implementation of our Schoolwide Program Plan. You are an important partner in our effort to provide the best education possible for your child. Please call the school if you have any questions or would like additional information.

Sincerely, Colleen Reeves

Principal

Name

Title

541-751-8351

[email protected]

Telephone Number

Email Address

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00NCLB-G1 (Rev. 09/03 US)

©2003 TransACT Communications, Inc.

North Bend School District 13 Annual Principal Verification of Highly Qualified Staff Requirements School Year: 2012-2013 School: North Bay Elementary School

Date: August 2012

Our School qualifies for Title I funding under the federal No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) of 2001. This Act requires that certain teachers and paraprofessionals meet new requirements that qualify them as “highly qualified”. This public notice is verification that our school met, or is making progress toward meeting, the following goals by the end of the 2006 school year. 

All teachers teaching core academic subjects are highly qualified.

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All Title I teachers hired before January 2002 are highly qualified.

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All Title I paraprofessionals hired before January 2002 are highly qualified.

Copies of this verification are maintained at the school and the district office and upon request, are made available to any member of the community. NCLB Requirements for Teachers and Title I Paraprofessional Requirements Met? Teachers

Yes

1. All Title I teachers hired as of the 2002 – 2003 school year are highly qualified.

No

X

2. There are annual increases in the percentage of teachers who are highly qualified and teach core academic subjects. 3. There are annual increases in the percentage of teachers participating in professional development to become highly qualified and successful classroom teachers. 4. All teachers are currently highly qualified.

X Requirements Met?

Title I Paraprofessionals

Yes

1. All paraprofessionals hired as of January 2002 are highly qualified.

X

2. All paraprofessionals have a high school diploma or equivalent.

X

3. All paraprofessionals are assigned appropriate duties as required by federal rules and regulations.

X

No

4. Paraprofessionals hired before January 2002 are participating in professional development to become highly qualified by the end of the required school year.

Colleen Reeves

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Principal

Principal’s Signature

OFFICE USE ONLY Date of Request

Requested By

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North Bend School District 13 Annual Parent Notice Right to Request Teacher Qualifications

School: North Bay Elementary School

Date: August 2012

Dear Parent/Guardian: Our school receives federal funds for Title I programs that are part of the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001. Throughout the school year, we will continue to provide you with important information about this law and your child’s education. You have the right to request information regarding the professional qualifications of your child’s classroom teacher(s). If you request this information, the district or school will provide you with the following as soon as possible: a.

if the teacher has met state licensing requirements for the grade level and subjects in which the teacher is providing instruction;

b.

if state licensing requirements have been waived for the teacher on a temporary basis;

c.

the type of college degree major of the teacher and the field of discipline for any graduate degree or certificate; and

d.

if your child is receiving Title I services from paraprofessionals and, if so, his/her qualifications.

If you would like to request this information, please contact your child’s school. Thank you for your interest and involvement in your child’s education. Sincerely, Colleen Reeves

Principal

Name

Title

541-756-8351

[email protected]

Telephone Number

Email Address

OFFICE USE ONLY Student ID#

Date Distributed

00NCLB-A1 (Rev. 01/07 US)

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North Bend School District 13 Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA) Annual Notice to Parents Dear Parent/Guardian: It is very important to us to let you know of your rights regarding district surveys, collection and use of student information for marketing purposes, and certain physical examinations. These rights include: 1.

Consent before students are required to complete a survey that concerns one or more of the following protected areas if the survey is funded in whole or in part by a program of the U.S. Department of Education.

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Political affiliations or beliefs of the student or student’s parent; Mental or psychological problems of the student or student’s family; Sex behavior or attitudes; Illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating or demeaning behavior; Critical appraisals of others with whom respondents have close family relationships; Legally recognized privileged relationships, such as with lawyers, doctors or ministers; Religious practices, affiliations or beliefs of the student or parents; or Income, other than is required by law to determine program eligibility.

Receive notice and an opportunity to opt a student out of –

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Any other protected information survey, regardless of funding;

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Activities involving collection, disclosure, or use of personal information obtained from students for marketing or to sell or otherwise distribute the information to others.

Any non-emergency, invasive physical exam or screening required as a condition of attendance, administered by the school or its agent, and not necessary to protect the immediate health and safety of a student, except for hearing, vision or scoliosis screenings, or any physical exam or screening permitted or required under State Law; and

Inspect, upon request and before administration or use –

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Protected information surveys of students;

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Instructional material used as part of the educational curriculum.

Instruments used to collect personal information from students for any of the above marketing, sales or other distribution purposes; and

When a student reaches the age of 18 or is an emancipated minor under State law, the parent’s rights transfer to the student. The district has adopted policies, in consultation with parents, regarding these rights as well as arrangements to protect student privacy in the administration of protected information surveys and the collection, disclosure, or use of personal information for marketing, sales or other distribution purposes. Parents will be notified of these policies at least annually at the start of each school year and after any substantive changes. The district will also inform parents at the beginning of the school year if the district has identified the specific or approximate dates of activities or surveys and will provide an opportunity for the parent to opt his or her child out of participating in a specific activity or survey. For activities scheduled after the school year starts, parents will be provided reasonable notification of the planned activities and surveys and will be provided an opportunity to opt their child out of such activities and surveys. Parents will also be provided an opportunity to review any pertinent surveys. The following are specific activities and surveys covered under this requirement:

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Collection, disclosure or use of personal information for marketing, sales or other distribution; Administration of any protected information survey non funded by the U.S. Department of Education; and Any non-emergency, invasive physical examination or screening as described above.

Attached, if scheduled at this time, is a “Scheduled Activities and Surveys” notice. For your convenience, we have also attached a “Parent Consent and Opt-Out-Response” form that must be returned to the office. To file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the district to comply with the requirements of PPRA, contact: Family Policy Compliance Office U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue SW Washington, DC 20202-5901

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North Bend School District 13 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Annual Notice of Student Education Record Privacy Dear Parent/Guardian: The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a Federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. The law applies to all schools that receive federal funds. FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to their child’s education records. When a student reaches the age of 18 or attends a post-secondary school or college, the parent’s rights transfer to the student and the student is then an “eligible student” under the law. Under FERPA, parents and eligible students have the following rights: 1)

To inspect and review the student’s education records maintained by the school within 45 days of the school’s receipt of a written request. The request should identify the record(s) being inspected. The school is not required to provide copies of records and may charge a fee if copies are requested. The following staff person may be contacted to seek access to your child’s record: Name of Staff: Colleen Reeves

Telephone: 541-756-8351

Email Address: [email protected]

You will be notified of the place and time the record(s) may be available for review. 2)

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To request that a school correct records believed to be inaccurate or misleading. The request must be in writing and clearly specify: (a) the part of the record requesting to be changed, and (b) why it is inaccurate or misleading. If the school decides not to amend the record, the parent or eligible student has the right to a hearing. After the hearing, if the school still decides not to amend the record, the parent or eligible student has the right to place a statement in the record about the contested information. The school is not required to consider requests for grade or disciplinary decisions, opinions of school officials in the education record, or the child’s special education determination. The following staff person may be contacted to request an amendment to your child’s record: Name of Staff:

Colleen Reeves

Telephone: 541-756-8351

Email Address:

[email protected]

To control the disclosure of their child’s personally identifiable information from their education record. The school or district must, with certain exceptions, obtain parent written consent prior to the disclosure of personally identifiable information from education records. An exception which permits disclosure without consent is disclosure to school staff with legitimate educational interests, such as a person employed by the district; a person serving on the school board; a person or company with whom the district has contracted to perform a special task (such as an attorney, auditor, or therapist); or a parent or student serving on an official committee, such as a grievance or disciplinary committee or assisting another school official; and/or an official of another school district in which a student seeks to enroll. A school official has a legitimate education interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill a professional responsibility. A school district may also disclose personally identifiable information from education records without prior written consent to appropriate parties in connection with an emergency if knowledge of the information is necessary to protect the health or safety of the student or other individuals. Student directory information may also be disclosed without prior consent if the categories to be disclosed are designated and parents are given the opportunity to opt out prior to disclosure.

You have the right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education at the following address if you feel the school district has failed to comply with the requirements of FERPA: Family Policy Compliance Office U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue SW Washington, DC 20202-4605 00NCLB – I3 (Rev. 02/10 US)

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