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Thornydale Elementary School PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK 201

7651 North Oldfather Drive Tucson, Arizona 85741 579-4900 FAX: 579-4909 Shirley Siedschlag, Principal MARANA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT Dr. Doug Wilson, Superintendent

GOVERNING BOARD Marana Unified School District No. 6 11279 West Grier Road Marana, Arizona 85653 MV0DULEHO/RSH], President MV6X]DQQH+RSNLQV, Vice President MU7RP&DUOVRQ, Member MU-RKQ/HZDQGRZVNL, Member Mr. Dan Post, Member

TABLE OF CONTENTS School Enrollment, Colors, and Mascot........................................................................................................................................1 Important Phone Numbers............................................................................................................................................................1 District Vision, Mission, and Goals……………………………………………………………………………………………………….1-2 School Vision, Mission, and Philosophy .......................................................................................................................................2 School Map...................................................................................................................................................................................3 Faculty and Staff...........................................................................................................................................................................4 District Calendar ...........................................................................................................................................................................5 School Hours ................................................................................................................................................................................6 Visitors on Campus ........................................................................................................................................................6 Home/School Connections.............................................................................................................................................6 Attendance ...................................................................................................................................................................................6 Student Absences ..........................................................................................................................................................7 Tardies ...........................................................................................................................................................................7 Truancy ..........................................................................................................................................................................7 Leaving School Grounds ................................................................................................................................................7 Student Withdrawals ......................................................................................................................................................8 Entry Age to Kindergarten and First Grade in MUSD.....................................................................................................8 Open Enrollment ............................................................................................................................................................8 Student Records ............................................................................................................................................................9 Student Behavior ..........................................................................................................................................................................9 Safety .............................................................................................................................................................................9 Student Recognition .......................................................................................................................................................9 Student Expectations. ....................................................................................................................................................9 Thornydale Expectation Matrix………………………………………………………………………………………………10-11 District Discipline Policy......................................................................................................................................................... 12-17 Definitions of Infractions .......................................................................................................................................... 12-17 Definitions of Consequences.........................................................................................................................................17 Reporting to Law Enforcement......................................................................................................................................17 District Discipline Matrix, Grades K-6......................................................................................................................18-19 Hazing Policy................................................................................................................................................................19 Hazing Form…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..20-21 School Property/Textbooks……………………………………………………………………………….............................................21 Dress and Appearance/Student Dress Code……………………………………………………………………………………….. 21-22 Student Concerns, Complaints, & Grievance Policy………………………………………………………………………………...22-23 Student Concerns, Complaints, & Grievance Form………………………………………………………………………………….23-24 Student Dismissal Procedures.................................................................................................................................................... 25 Non-Interruption of Instruction .................................................................................................................................................... 25 Tobacco, Drug and Gun-Free Campus ...................................................................................................................................... 26 Lost & Found/Personal Property................................................................................................................................................. 26 Selling and Trading...................................................................................................................................................................... 26 Prohibited Items...........................................................................................................................................................................26 Hazardous Materials………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..27 Internet……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….27 Sex Discrimination/Sexual Harassment Policy………………………………………………………………………………………….27

District Transportation Department..................................................................................................................................................28 Bus Safety..................................................................................................................................................................................29-30 Emergency Response Procedures..................................................................................................................................................30 Student Academic Programs .......................................................................................................................................................31 Homework .................................................................................................................................................................... 31 Movies/Videos…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….31 Standards/Progress Reports ........................................................................................................................................ 32 Grading Scales............................................................................................................................................................. 32 Parent Teacher Conferences ....................................................................................................................................... 32 Student Testing Information..............................................................................................................................................32 Pupil Promotion and Retention......................................................................................................................................33 Student Services/Programs……………………………………………………………………………………………………………......34 Counseling………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...34 Library……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...35 Student Insurance………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...... 35 LEAP……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………........35 Cafeteria/Lunch-Breakfast Prices.............................................................................................................................35-36 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)............................................................................................................ 37-39 Arizona Child Find ............................................................................................................................................................. ….39-40 Arizona’s Mandatory Reporting Law………………………………………………………………………………………………….......41 Health Services...................................................................................................................................................................... 42-46 MUSD Wellness Policy ................................................................................................................................................................47 Community Connections……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….......48 Parent Involvement/PTO……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 48 Volunteers/Visitors………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..48 School Improvement……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 48

WELCOME TO THORNYDALE ELEMENTARY! Our Enrollment: Our School Colors: Our School Mascot: Our Support:

Office Attendance Hotline Cafeteria Manager L.E.A.P. (Learning Enrichment And Play) Mgr: Adrian Ramirez

Approximately 425 students Approximately 85 staff members Blue and White The Thunderbird The Thornydale PTO, MUSD district administrators, parents, community partners, and our many volunteers

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS 579-4900 Wellness Center 579-4908 579-4925 Transportation (Dispatcher) MUSD Crime Line 579-4915 to report illegal activities

579-4920 579-4921 682-4766 682-4818

MARANA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT VISION, MISSION AND PRIORITIES

DISTRICT VISION STATEMENT World-Class Education for Tomorrow’s Leaders DISTRICT MISSION The Marana Unified School District, in collaboration with parents and community, will challenge all students to achieve academic and personal excellence in a rigorous, relevant and supportive learning environment. DISTRICT PRIORITIES AND GOALS 1. • • • • • 2.

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Student Learning and Achievement Provide relevant opportunities for all students to maximize their learning and academic achievement Provide opportunities for personal growth and development of the whole student Provide effective instruction that enables all students to meet or exceed academic standards Establish an environment where all members of the school community embrace diversity, leadership and accountability Ensure technology is current and all staff and students are trained in effective uses in order to maximize student learning and achievement Safe and Healthy Environments Provide a secure and healthy environment Expect a culture of mutual respect Encourage healthy choices Provide well-maintained facilities and equipment Effective Use of Resources Align financial and personnel resources to maximize educational achievement Plan and manage for growth

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Align programs, services and resources with district priorities Maximize cutting edge technology at all levels Effective Relationships to Support Student Success Promote a culture that fosters active family participation and involvement Maximize mutually supportive relationships with business and community resources Create and sustain an organizational culture that ensures collaboration and cooperation Foster professional relationships with institutions, agencies, and organizations that influence education Highly Performing Personnel Attract and recruit the highest quality applicants representing diverse backgrounds Foster a culture of expecting and recognizing excellence throughout the school community Enhance and sustain collaborative working relationships Provide high quality training and development for all personnel Retain highly performing personnel Effective Communication Provide clear, concise and timely communication between students, parents, staff and community Increase awareness and understanding of district priorities, programs, procedures and policies Use technology to improve communication THORNYDALE VISION, MISSION AND PHILOSOPHY

THORNYDALE VISION Empowering through education, the leaders of tomorrow. THORNYDALE MISSION The Thornydale Staff is committed to the academic and personal achievement of all students by providing a quality education through collaboration, high standards, and a commitment to excellence. BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT PHILOSOPHY We believe that children must be treated with respect in order to learn how to deal respectfully with others. We believe that it is our job to model and teach positive behaviors to children. We believe that all children can behave appropriately if the expectations are clear and consistent. We believe that we must maintain consistency in our expectations for maximum compliance by students. We believe that every adult on our campus must take responsibility for every child. We believe that students must accept responsibility for their own actions and the choices they make. We believe that the home and school are a team in solving any difficulties that may arise. We believe that good communication with parents is essential.

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Thornydale Elementary School - STAFF 2011 - 2012

PRINCIPAL Shirley Siedschlag ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

Brian Faulkner KINDERGARTEN Megan Douglas Melissa Hochuli Jill Pedersen FIRST GRADE Tammy Grant Laura Rios Veronica Valenzuela SECOND GRADE Sharon Henderson Michelle Montanaro THIRD GRADE Lindsey Weaver Linda Wilson FOURTH GRADE Jennifer Miller Sarah Thomas Christopher Scott

SPECIAL EDUCATION Ashley Brandon Julia Davis Jody Friedman Jill Goehring Henriette Holt Stephanie Lopez PEEC Teacher TBD

GENERAL MUSIC Matthew Holter Vacancy

TEACHER ASSISTANTS Cluster Dina Arndt Marlene Cox Dawn Dallaire Delva Gill Christine Gran Teresa Guillory Laura Larson Karla Montez Janice O’Donnell Sheila Pittman Diana Robles Eileen Wishnies Vacancy PEEC Dawn Burgess LeAnna Deneke Jamie Green Catherine Gutusso Ruth Ladd Gail Linton Kisha Owin LeAnne Schrader Nicole Sims Vacancy Educational Support Tori Rock Debbie Rusk Kim Sasser Gwyn Ungermann

GEM Lance Barnes

MAINTENANCE Jeff Blasingim

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PEEC CLERK Pam Ostberg

Margi Zearly

CAFETERIA Elisa Salinas, Manager

OFFICE Anne Gifford Annette Molinar

COUNSELOR Mary Cay Funk

HEALTH OFFICE Cathy Kunze

PSYCHOLOGIST Pamela Alley Cindy Townsend

COMPUTER LAB AIDE Wilma Devlin LEAP Adrian Ramirez, Supervisor

CROSSING GUARDS Dale Cook Frank Venos Erica Wiberg

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1st Quarter-8/8/11-10/7/11 = 43 days 2nd Quarter-10/17/11-12/16/11 = 42 days 3rd Quarter-1/3/12-3/16/12 = 51 days

Revised Board Approved 12-9-2010

4th Quarter-3/26/12-5/24/12 = 44 days Total = 180 days

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SCHOOL AND OFFICE HOURS School Hours Kindergarten through 6th grade PEEC Hours

Monday through Thursday:  AM to :00 PM Friday:  AM to 12:45 PM M, W, TH/$0-1$0 & 12:30-3:00 30

Please assure that students arrive at school on time and leave promptly at the end of the day. 6WXGHQWVLQJUDGHV.ZLOOQRORQJHUKDYHWKHRSWLRQRIDWWHQGLQJUHFHVVEHIRUHVFKRRO6WXGHQWVZLOOQRW EHDOORZHGRQFDPSXVEHIRUH6WXGHQWVDUULYLQJWRVFKRROEHIRUHWKLVWLPHZLOOEHDVNHGWRFDOO DSDUHQWJXDUGLDQWRSLFNWKHPXS  Friday is a collaborative planning day for staff from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. The collaborative planning day on Friday will begin the very first Friday of school, August . Office hours during the school year will be from 7: a.m. to 3: p.m. CAMPUS ACCESS Our campus is secured during the school day. Please enter and leave our campus through the main office. VISITORS Visitors are most welcome in our school. For those who wish to visit a classroom during a school day, it is imperative that the teacher and principal be contacted in advance to arrange a day and time for such a visit so as to avoid any conflicts with the educational process. In visiting a classroom, parents must realize that the teacher’s first responsibility is to the class as a whole, and the teacher will be unable to converse at any length with the visitor. If a conference is desired, arrangements will be made by the teacher for an appointment with the parent either before or after school hours. For those who have arranged a visit, please come to the office to be greeted and assisted. You must register in the office, and will be given a nametag to wear to identify yourself as a welcome and special person in our school. Students may not bring student guests to school, as we cannot accept responsibility for children not enrolled at Thornydale. HOME/SCHOOL COMMUNICATIONS The school is directly responsible for your child’s welfare during the school day. Any request out of the ordinary regarding your child’s schedule must be accompanied by a signed, dated note giving us permission to make a change in your child’s normal routine. Phone calls to make after school arrangements may not be made at school. Many times children will change their own schedules without the knowledge of home. We must have a note from you that expresses your desire for change in the typical routine. To communicate more efficiently the “MUSD Connection” and “Notify Me” will provide updated electronic information regularly. Please visit our district site. ATTENDANCE $%6(1&(6 Although we emphasize the importance of regular school attendance, we realize that there will be times when your child is too ill to come to school. When a child has been absent because of illness, the teachers will do their best to help make up the work, but class discussion and group work are very important and often cannot be made up. 6

When a child is absent from school, the parent or guardian should call the school as well as send a written excuse when the child returns stating the reason for the absence. The district requires that after three days of illness that a doctor note be provided in order to excuse the absence. Parents may call our attendance number 24 hours a day and leave a message on our voice mail regarding student absences. Our 24-hour attendance line is 579-4908. Arizona statutes require that we contact the parents of absent children within the first two hours of the school day. It really helps us if you call and let us know why your child is absent. If a parent has not notified us by 8:15 A.M., our attendance clerk will call the homes of children who are absent. We request that parents notify the school in writing at least one week in advance of a planned absence. TARDIES We value the instructional time that we have with our students. Because of this belief and to decrease the number of interruptions to instruction, students should be present in class by 7:4, the official beginning of our day. If a student is not in class at this time, he/she will be given a tardy slip in the front office. Tardies are recorded on the report card and entered into permanent records. Five unexcused tardies equal one unexcused truant day. Tardies will be excused for doctor appointments and legal appointments ONLY with a note of conformation, per district policy. For every unexcused tardy, the student will serve recess detention. TRUANCY Arizona law requires that a parent or legal guardian must insure that a minor child between the ages of six (6) and sixteen (16) is in his or her assigned school for the full time school is in session. The Marana Unified School District and the Pima County Attorney's Truancy Enforcement Program have initiated a cooperative program to monitor that each minor child attend classes on a daily basis, or have a legally excused absence. The child's presence in school is important because his or her learning is a continuous process. As per current District procedure, Thornydale’s attendance clerk will report all unexcused absences beyond 10% of the days in attendance to the Pima County Attorney for prosecution. A letter informing the parent of the exceeding 10% absence rate will be sent from the Principal requesting that ALL further absences must be excused by a doctor’s note, and ALL personal days thereafter will require prior Principal approval. LEAVING SCHOOL GROUNDS Arizona law makes the school responsible for the welfare and behavior of students during the school day. We have no opportunity to supervise or protect students when they are away from school. To protect your children, the administration feels the following rules need to be emphasized: 1. All children shall remain on school property at all times after they have first arrived until afternoon dismissal. 2. If you are checking your child out of school after his/her arrival for a doctor’s appointment, or any other reason, it will be necessary for you to sign the child out in the office.

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WITHDRAWALS Please notify the office of a student’s withdrawal prior to the last expected day of attendance. Your child will need to be checked out, and the office will compile all necessary information you will need to transfer your child to another school. Please let the office know if you expect your child to be returning to Thornydale at any time during the remainder of the school year. ENTRY AGE TO KINDERGARTEN AND FIRST GRADE IN MARANA UNIFIED SCHOOLS The entry age to school in the Marana Unified School District will be age five (5) prior to September 1st for kindergarten and age six (6) prior to September 1st for first grade. The only exception is as follows: Entry into first grade may be allowed if the child has attained age six (6) prior to January 1 and has completed at least one year in a qualified kindergarten. Age and attendance must be verifiable by records. If the child satisfies the above requirement, the determination of whether to admit the child shall be based on an in-classroom evaluation period of up to two weeks, during which the student will be tentatively enrolled in a kindergarten classroom. At the end of this evaluation period, the student will either remain in the kindergarten classroom, or will be transferred to a first grade classroom based on the results of the evaluation. The above resolution is in accordance with Arizona Revised Statute 15-821. MARANA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT OPEN ENROLLMENT INFORMATION

The Marana Unified School District has an open-enrollment policy that allows for the enrollment of students who reside in other Marana District schools’ attendance areas (resident transfer students), and in other school districts (nonresident transfer students), on a space available basis. Open enrollment approval is only granted on a year-to-year basis, and students on open enrollment status must reapply every year, even if previously granted open enrollment status. Open enrollment applications must be submitted on or before February 1st to be considered for priority enrollment for the following school year. On a yearly basis, the Marana Unified School District will estimate how much excess capacity may exist to accept transfer pupils. The estimate of excess capacity shall be made for each school, grade level, and special programs. Once school, grade level and special programs capacity is determined, resident and nonresident transfer students, who meet the District’s admission standards, will be accepted up to the capacity in a priority order. If, as a result of capacity constraints in a given school, grade or program, fewer than all students who have applied for open enrollment can be admitted in the priority categories, a lottery will be used to determine who will be admitted. Students not admitted shall be placed on a waiting list. Subject to capacity constraints and administrative standards, resident transfer students and nonresident transfer students who apply after the February 1st deadline shall be admitted on a first come, first served basis, if there are no remaining students on a waiting list for the particular school, grade, or special program. Complete details of the Marana Unified District Open Enrollment Policy are available at each school site, and on the website at www.maranausd.org.

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STUDENTRECORDS The schoolofficemaintainsdircctoryinfonnailonand cumulativeeducationrecordsfor eacft student. Pleaseschedulean appointmentwith the schoolprincipalif you wish to reviewyour child'sschoolrecords. lf rs essentiat thatilre information we have foryour child is currcnt and updabd as needed .Please inform the office of any changps in your child's stafas, such as legal nan4e,homeand emergencyte@hone numbqs andaddlesses, newwot'k numbers,or any spe+ific needs or coneerrrsas tfings changeSTUDENTBEHAVIOR SAFETY are expectedto behavein a safeand orderlymannerand to helpto maintaina safe St,"ldents school.Manysafetypracticescan be taughtand reinforcedat home,includingsafetyto and frcm school,bicyclesafety,playgroundsafety,and proceduresto followand personsto contact in an unsafeor unsuresituation. The schoolis establishedas a safeand secureplacefor cfrildren.Pleasehelp us to maintainit by observingthe rulescreatedin the best interestof your child. OF STUDENTS RECOGNITION Oui goalis to recognizestudentsfor theirnumerousaocomplishments. trror.lghoutthe scfioolyear.Anrardsmay be handedout We will focuson studentachievenrent efiorts,accomplishmentand contributionswithin throughoutthe schoolyearto acknoudedge quarter be an awardsassemblyfor gradesPS€ to there will the sJhool.ln addition,each recognizethosesfudentswho havedemonstratedprogressin numerousways.Parentsare invitedto aftendtheseassemblies. Goalsefting,both on an individualand total classbasis,is a priorityat Thomydale.Studentsare askedto set individualgoalswhichfocuson the academicstandardsfotrrtimeseachyear. Parentswill be askedto assisttheir ctrildrenwitr tris gOalsettingprocess.Classroomsalso set groupgoals.Recognitionis givenin eaclrclassrcomfor achievementof thse goalsat the end of each quarter. OF STUDENTSAT THORNYDALESCH@L EXPECTATIONS @cetagoa|tocreatea|eamingenvircnrnentinwhichourstudentsfee| safe,secure,and happy,one that is mnduciveto all cfrildlenleamingto their maximum potential.fn an effortto acfrievethis goat,we are impbmentirga Posiffre Behavior Support planwhichprovidesclearepeciations for positivebehavbr in all areasof our campus; recognition'forsfudentsrrho demonsfatethesequalitiesand behaviors;and consistent,clearly for inapplopriatebehavior.Theseerpectationsare ou0inedin the Soar statedconsequences with Fouron the followingpages. We view teachingour studentsto be responsible,respectfttlsctpol citizensas a cooperative endeavorthat involvesthe Thomydalestaff,our students,and their parents.We askthat parcntsdrscussthee ruts;swith tteir chidren and supportour efrortsto enforcethem consistently.

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Thornydale Expectation Matrix Playground

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Follow game rules Take care of equipment Solve problems using kind words Pick up equipment and belongings Line up when whistle blows Everybody plays/take turns Listen to adults Ask to join in Pick up trash Wait your turn Use equipment properly Use appropriate hands and feet Play only in designated areas Cooperate with one another

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Keep cafeteria clean Eat your lunch Raise hand to leave Food stays in cafeteria



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Use inside voices Keep bathroom clean Use facilities properly

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Open doors slowly Wash hands Report problems to an adult

Listen to adults Wait patiently Use inside voices Use good manners Be polite to cafeteria staff Move carefully Report spills to adult Sit correctly Walk to playground Enter/exit through right hand door

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Walk at all times Use appropriate hands and feet Have your pass Walk on the right side



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Enter quietly Listen quietly and follow directions Wait your turn to speak Use inside voices Follow dress code Always walk Sit correctly Use materials and equipment properly Enter/exit through right hand door Know you have done your best

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Monday Meeting/ Assemblies Be on time Listen to speakers Use inside voices Silent during performances and/or instructions Respond and applaud appropriately

Before/After School (including Office Wait) • Be on time • Follow directions/dress code • Make arrangements ahead of time • Wait quietly • Listen to adults

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STUDENT DISCIPLINE POLICY Thornydale Elementary School staff is responsible for enforcing the Marana Unified School District Comprehensive Student Discipline Policy adopted by the governing board. The Comprehensive Student Discipline Policy outlines guidelines for implementation of a uniform and consistent standard of student conduct and due process procedures. DISTRICT DISCIPLINE POLICY The Governing Board of the Marana Unified School District believes that every student has a right to a safe and successful school experience. To that end, the Board has approved a comprehensive discipline policy for the elementary, junior and senior high schools of the District. Included in this section are: 1. Definition of the Infractions. 2. Definitions of the Consequences. 3. Elementary Disciplinary Matrix. Copies of the complete policy will be made available upon request from the building principal Appendix C - Definitions of Infractions Aiding/Abetting - any act that leads to or encourages an infraction on the discipline matrix. Aggravated Assault - A person commits aggravated assault if the person commits assault under any of the following conditions: 1. If the person causes serious physical injury to another, 2. If the person uses a deadly weapon or dangerous instrument, 3. If the person commits the assault after entering the private home of another with the intent to commit the assault, 4. If the person is eighteen years of age or older and commits the assault upon a child the age of fifteen years or under, 5. If the person commits the assault knowing or having reason to know that the victim is a peace officer, or a person summoned and directed by the officer while engaged in the execution of any official duties, 6. If the person commits the assault knowing or having reason to know the victim is a teacher or other person employed by any school and the teacher or other employee is upon the grounds of a school or grounds adjacent to the school or is in any part of a building or vehicle used for school purposes, or any teacher or school nurse visiting a private home in the course of the teacher’s or nurse’s professional duties, or any teacher engaged in any authorized and organized classroom activity held on other than school grounds. Alcohol - any fermented and/or distilled liquor or a substance reasonably believed to be or portrayed by the student as fermented and/or distilled liquor. Armed Robbery - A person commits armed robbery if, in the course of committing robbery, such person or an accomplice: 1. Is armed with a deadly weapon or a simulated deadly weapon; or 2. Uses or threatens to use a deadly weapon or dangerous instrument or a simulated deadly weapon. Arson of a Structure or Property – A person commits arson of a structure or property by knowingly and unlawfully damaging a structure or property by knowingly causing a fire or explosion. Arson of an Occupied Structure – A person commits arson of an occupied structure by knowing and unlawfully damaging an occupied structure by knowingly causing a fire or explosion. Assault - A person commits assault by: 1. Intentionally, knowingly or recklessly causing any physical injury to another person; or 2. Intentionally placing another person in reasonable apprehension of imminent physical injury; or 3. Knowingly touching another person with the intent to injure, insult or provoke such person. 12

Bomb Threat – threatening to cause harm using a bomb, dynamite, explosive, or arson-causing device. Burglary (First Degree) – A person commits burglary in the first degree if such person commits Burglary in the Second or Third Degree while knowingly possessing explosives, a deadly weapon or a dangerous instrument. Burglary (Second or Third Degree) – A person commits burglary in the second degree by entering or remaining unlawfully in or on a residential structure with the intent to commit any theft or any felony therein. A person commits burglary in the third degree by: 1. Entering or remaining unlawfully in or on a nonresidential structure or in a fenced commercial or residential yard with the intent to commit any theft or any felony therein. 2. Making entry into any part of a motor vehicle by means of a manipulation key or master key, with the intent to commit any theft or felony in the motor vehicle. Burglary in the second and third degree is also sometimes refereed to as “breaking and entering.” Bullying - occurs when a student, either alone or in concert with others, uses superior strength, power, influence or advantage deliberately to inflict physical, emotional, or verbal abuse on another student. Bullying includes explicit or implied threats of bodily harm, weapon possession, extortion, repeated insults and/or teasing, assault, social ostracism, sexual harassment and intimidation. Cheating - the use or attempted use of information, academic work, research or property of another as one's own. Cheating shall include but not be limited to sharing knowledge during an examination or the unauthorized use of notes or other materials in an examination. Cheating shall also include the willful disobedience of testing rules. Chemical or Biological Threat – threatening to cause harm using dangerous chemicals or biological agents. Dangerous item – an item which could be used to cause bodily injury, or threaten or intimidate another person. Examples include air soft gun, bb gun, knife with a blade of 2.5 inches or less, laser pointer, letter opener, mace, paintball gun, pellet gun, razor blade or box cutter, simulated knife, taser or stun gun, tear gas. Defiance/Non Compliance - refusal to comply with a reasonable request by school personnel. Destructive Device – A category of firearm that includes an explosive, combustible, or poisonous gas. This includes bombs, grenades, mines and rockets. Any type of weapon (other than a shotgun or a shotgun shell which is generally recognized as particularly suitable or sporting purposes) which will, or which may be readily converted to expel a projectile by the action of an explosive or other propellant; and which has any barrel with a bore of more than one-half inch in diameter, and any combination or parts either designed or intended for use in converting any device into a destructive device or from which an destructive device may be readily assembled. Disrespect - display of rude or discourteous behavior toward a school employee. Disruption - any conduct that causes, is intended to cause, or that is reasonably likely to cause a breakdown in the orderly process of instruction and/or school activities. Dress/Appearance – Apparel and/or accessories that have or may cause a disruption to the educational process. See Appendix D. Drug Paraphernalia – any accessory, apparatus or equipment that may be used in the manufacture of or utilization of a illicit substance, or otherwise as defined in A.R.S. 13-3415. Endangerment – a person commits endangerment by recklessly endangering another person with a substantial risk of imminent death or physical injury.

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Extortion . A person commits theft by extortion by knowingly obtaining or seeking to obtain property or services by means of a threat to do in the future any of the following: 1. Cause physical injury to anyone; 2. Cause damage to property; or 3. Expose a secret or an asserted fact, whether true or false, tending to subject anyone to hatred, contempt or ridicule; 4. Cause anyone to part with any property. Fighting - participation in an incident involving physical violence. Fire Alarm Misuse – ringing a fire alarm when there is no fire. Firearm - Any weapon, including a starter gun, which will be or is designed to or may be readily converted to expel a projectile by the action of an explosive. This includes the frame or receiver of any such weapon, any firearm muffler or silencer or any destructive device. Firearm does not include antique firearms that are permanently inoperable. Forgery - the unauthorized or untrue making or alteration of a written document or another person's name or signature. Gambling - to engage in a game or other activity that involves the element of risk or chance with the intention that property will be exchanged based on the outcome of the game or activity. Harassment, Nonsexual - a person commits harassment if, with intent to harass or with knowledge that the person is harassing another person, the person: 1. Anonymously or otherwise communicates or causes a communication with another person by verbal, electronic, mechanical, telegraphic, telephonic or written means in a manner that harasses; or 2. Continues to follow another person in or about a public place for no legitimate purpose after being asked to desist; or 3. Repeatedly commits an act or acts that harass another person; or 4. Surveys or causes another person to survey a person for no legitimate purpose; or 5. On more than one occasion makes a false report to a law enforcement, credit or social service agency. Hazing - any intentional, knowing or reckless act committed by a student, whether individually or in concert with other persons, against another student, and in which both of the following apply: (a) The act was committed in connection with an initiation into, an affiliation with or the maintenance of membership in any organization that is affiliated with an educational institution. (b) The act contributes to a substantial risk of potential physical injury, mental harm or degradation or causes physical injury, mental harm or personal degradation. Homicide - includes first degree murder, second degree murder, manslaughter or negligent homicide. Intentionally or recklessly causing the death of another person. Illicit Drugs – includes (1) marijuana; (2) dangerous drugs, which includes ecstasy, hallucinogens and methamphetamines; (3) narcotic drugs, which includes cocaine, crack, and heroin; (4) prescription only drugs abused by a student; (5) over the counter medications abused by a student; (6) peyote ; (7) inhalants, which includes paint or glue; (8) any other substance prohibited by Arizona’s criminal code; or (9) any other substance represented as an illicit drug. Prescription drugs and over the counter medications shall not be considered an Illicit Drug so long as the medications is either 1) prescribed by a physician and used in accordance with the prescription and Governing Board policies or 2) a proprietary medicine as defined in A.R.S. 32-1901(39) when used in accordance with parental instructions and Governing Board policies. Inappropriate Language - the departure in the use of language from what is normally considered to be acceptable within the environment of a school or area. Indecent Exposure or Public Sexual Indecency – a person commits indecent exposure if he or she exposes his or her genitals, anus, or buttocks, or she exposes the areola or nipple of her breast or breasts and another person is present. A person commits public sexual indecency by intentionally or knowingly engaging in any of the following acts: 1) an act of sexual conduct; or 2) an act of oral sexual 14

contact; or 3) an act of sexual intercourse. Injury Prone Behavior - intentional, negligent or reckless behavior that has a reasonable possibility of hurting or damaging oneself or others or the property of others. Kidnapping – a person commits kidnapping by knowingly restraining another person with the intent to: 1. Hold the victim for ransom, as a shield or hostage; or 2. Hold the victim for involuntary servitude; or 3. Inflict death, physical injury or a sexual offense on the victim; or 4. Place the victim or a third person in reasonable apprehension of imminent physical injury to the victim or such third person. Lying - intentionally giving an untrue communication. Obscene Statements or Materials - statements and materials which an average student, applying contemporary school standards would find, taken as a whole, appeal to prurient interests and, taken as a whole, lack serious literary, artistic, political or scientific value. The standard is that of the school community with a recognition that students are, as a class, younger and more sensitive than the general adult population. Other weapons – a weapon, device, instrument, material, or substance, animate or inanimate, which is used for, or is readily capable of causing death or serious bodily injury. Examples include billy club, baseball bat, brass knuckles, nunchakus, knife with a blade length at least 2.5 inches. Paraphernalia - any accessory, apparatus or equipment that may be used in the manufacture of or utilization of illicit drugs, or otherwise as defined in A.R.S. 13-3415. Plagiarism – to steal and pass off the ideas or words of another as one’s own. Pornography – is the sexually explicit depiction of persons, in words or images. Public Display of Affection - visible affectionate physical contact that exceeds accepted standards of reasonable public conduct. Robbery - Using force or threatening to use force to commit a theft or while attempting to commit a crime. School Threat – Any threat (verbal, written, or electronic) by a person to bomb or use other substances or devices for the purpose of exploding, burning, causing damage to a school building or school property, or to harm students or staff. Sexual Abuse or Sexual Conduct with a Minor and Child Molestation – A person commits sexual abuse by intentionally or knowingly engaging in sexual contact with any person fifteen or more years of age without consent of that person or with any person who is under fifteen years of age if the sexual contact involves only the female breast. A person commits sexual conduct with a minor by intentionally or knowingly engaging in sexual intercourse or oral sexual contact with any person who is under eighteen years of age. A person commits molestation of a child by intentionally or knowingly engaging in or causing a person to engage in sexual contact, except sexual contact with the female breast with a child under fifteen years of age. Sexual Assault (Rape) – a person commits sexual assault by intentionally or knowingly engaging in sexual intercourse or oral sexual contact with any person without consent of such person. Sexual Harassment - is unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that denies or limits a person’s ability to participate in or to receive benefits, services, or opportunities in the school’s program. It can include unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favor, and other verbal, nonverbal, or physical conduct of sexual nature. Sexual Harassment with Contact – sexual harassment that includes unwanted physical contact of non15

sexual body parts. Simulated Firearm – Any simulated firearm made of plastic, wood, metal or any other material which is a replica, facsimile, or toy version of a firearm or any object such as a stick or finger concealed under clothing and is being portray as a firearm. Solicitation – a person commits solicitation if such person requests, commands, or encourages another person to provide him or her with information concerning where to purchase or obtain a substance or item the possession of which is illegal and/or prohibited by District policy. Tardiness – arriving to class after the scheduled starting time. Theft – taking or attempting to take money or property belonging to another person or the school with the intent to permanently deprive the victim of his or her possessions. Theft includes controlling the property of another with the intent to deprive the other person of such property, which is commonly referred to as possession of stolen property. Threat/Intimidation - verbal, written or physical communications or acts made with the intent or reasonable effect to inflict fear, injury or damage or to realize personal gain. Tobacco - ground up leaves used for smoking or chewing, or manufactures products such as cigars or cigarettes, know to be addictive and dangerous. Trespassing/Unauthorized Area - the unauthorized presence of an individual on school property or the unauthorized presence of an individual in an unauthorized area of school property. Truancy - absence from an assigned class and/or required school function without a proper and timely excuse. Vandalism of Personal Property – willful destruction or defacement of personal property. Vandalism of School Property – willful destruction or defacement of school property.

DEFINITIONS OF CONSEQUENCES 1. Reminder An informal conference in an administrator's office between an administrator and a student. The student is reminded of the rules or regulations regarding student behavior. 2. Reprimand A formal conference and warning from the school official to the student for continuing misbehavior. A student commitment, in writing, to changing to an acceptable mode of behavior is required. Written communication is sent to the parent. 3. Conference The parent is notified either verbally or in writing of student misconduct and the requirement for an acceptable mode of behavior. The conference may be conducted between students, parents, school officials, or other individuals concerned. If the parent does not respond within three (3) school days, the student is restricted pending the conference. 4. Detention A restriction of free time privileges; recesses, time after school may be used as detention time. * 5. Time out in alternate placement Assignment of a student to a designated supervised room for part or all of a school 16

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day. 6. Restriction Pending Conference The student is removed from school until the parent communicates with the appropriate school officials and arranges for a conference. If the parent does not respond within ten (10) school days, a hearing will be held and the student will be withdrawn from school. 7. Short Term Suspension Removing the student from school for a specified length of time, not to exceed ten (10) school days. A parent conference is required prior to reinstatement. If the parent does not respond within ten (10) school days, a hearing will be held and the student will be withdrawn from school. 8. Long Term Suspension Removing the student from school for a specified length of time, a minimum of eleven (11) school days and a maximum of one hundred seventy-nine (179) school days. If the parent does not respond within ten (10) school days of the effective date of the suspension a hearing will be held and the student will be withdrawn from school. 9. Expulsion Permanent exclusion of a student from school. Governing Board action is required. Appeal for reinstatement is available and must be approved by the Governing Board.

*During the period of this suspension, your child may not attend school (#6-#9) or any extracurricular activities associated with the school. (#5-#9) Thornydale strives to treat all students on an equal basis and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, handicap or national origin. We assure equal opportunity and due process to each student. REPORTING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT In accordance with Marana Unified School Reporting Guidelines, all discipline violations which result in physical injury to another student must be reported to the Pima County Sheriff for further investigation. It will be up to law enforcement to decide if charges will be filed in each incident. After a police report is filed and the resulting investigation is complete, the school is at liberty to conduct its own investigation and take disciplinary action as appropriate to the infraction. It is not necessary for charges to be filed by the sheriff’s department in order for the school to take action for any matrix violation. Please note that we will also be taking a very strong stand against any incidents of sexual misconduct, and this type of behavior will also be reported to law enforcement for investigation.

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MATRIX - GRADES K-6 Infraction First Occurrence Aggression 1 Injury Prone Behavior Conf/S.Susp 2 Fighting Conf/S.Susp 3 Endangerment Conf/S.Susp 4 Assault S.Susp/Expulsion 5 Aggravated Assault ** S.Susp/Expulsion Alcohol/Tobacco/Drugs 6 Tobacco: Use/Possession/Share/Sale/Distribution Conf/S.Susp 7 Alcohol: Use, Possession, Share S.Susp/L.Susp 8 Alcohol: Transfer or Intent to Transfer L.Susp/Expulsion 9 Drug Paraphernalia S.Susp/L.Susp 10 Solicitation of Illicit Drug S.Susp/L.Susp 11 Illicit Drug: Use/Possession/Share ** S.Susp/Expulsion 12 Illicit Drug: Transfer or Intent to Transfer ** L.Susp/Expulsion Arson 13 Structure or Property S.Susp/Expulsion 14 Occupied Structure** L.Susp/Expulsion Attendance Policy Violation 15 Tardy Conf/S.Susp 16 Truancy Conf/S.Susp Harassment, Threat and Intimidation 17 Bullying Conf/S.Susp 18 Harassment, Nonsexual Conf/S.Susp 19 Hazing Conf/S.Susp 20 Threatening or Intimidating Conf/S.Susp 21 Harassment of School Employee Conf/S.Susp Other Violent Offenses 22 Robbery S.Susp/L.Susp 23 Armed Robbery ** S.Susp/Expulsion 24 Kidnapping ** L.Susp/Expulsion 25 Homicide ** Expulsion Policy Violation 26 Aiding and Abetting Conf/S.Susp 27 Defiance/Non-Compliance Conf/S.Susp 28 Disrespect Conf/S.Susp 29 Disruption Conf/S.Susp 30 Dress Code Violation Conf/S.Susp 31 Gambling Conf/S.Susp 32 Inappropriate Language Conf/S.Susp 33 Lying, Cheating, Forgery, or Plagiarism Conf/S.Susp 34 Parking Lot/Driving Violation Conf/S.Susp 35 Public Display of Affection Conf/S.Susp 36 Technology, Improper Use Of Conf/S.Susp School Threats 37 Fire Alarm Misuse ** Conf/L.Susp 38 Bomb Threat ** Conf/Expulsion 39 Chemical or Biological Threat ** Conf/Expulsion 40 Other School Threat** Conf/Expulsion Sexual Offenses 41 Sexual Harassment without Contact Conf/S.Susp 42 Sexual Harassment with Contact Det/S.Susp 43 Indecent Exposure or Public Sexual Indecency Conf/S.Susp 44 Pornography/Obscene Material Conf/S.Susp 45 Sexual Abuse/Sexual Conduct with a Minor/Child Molestation ** Conf/L.Susp 46 Sexual Assault (Rape) ** L.Susp/Expulsion Theft and Other Property Offenses 47 Trespassing/Unauthorized Area Conf/S.Susp 48 Theft (includes possession of stolen property) Conf/S.Susp 49 Vandalism/Criminal Damage of Personal Property Conf/S.Susp 50 Vandalism/Criminal Damage of School Property Conf/S.Susp 51 Extortion Conf/S.Susp 52 Burglary/Breaking and Entering (2nd & 3rd Degree) S.Susp/L.Susp 53 Burglary (1st Degree) ** S.Susp/Expulsion Weapons and Dangerous Items 54 Firearms (including Destructive Devices) ** Expulsion 55 Other Weapons ** Conf/L.Susp 56 Dangerous Items Conf/Expulsion 57 Simulated Firearm Reprimand/Expuls. ** Reported to Law Enforcement

Continued Occurrence Det/Expulsion Det/L.Susp S.Susp/Expulsion S.Susp/Expulsion L.Susp/Expulsion Conf/L.Susp S.Susp/L.Susp L.Susp/Expulsion L.Susp/Expulsion S.Susp/Expulsion L.Susp/Expulsion L.Susp/Expulsion L.Susp/Expulsion L.Susp/Expulsion Conf/S.Susp Conf/S.Susp Det/L.Susp Conf/S.Susp Det/L.Susp Det/L.Susp Det/Expulsion S.Susp/Expulsion L.Susp/Expulsion Expulsion N/A Det/L.Susp Conf/Expulsion Conf/L.Susp Conf/L.Susp Det/S.Susp Conf/S.Susp Conf/L.Susp Conf/L.Susp Conf/S.Susp Conf/S.Susp Det/L.Susp S.Susp/Expulsion S.Susp/Expulsion S.Susp/Expulsion S.Susp/Expulsion Det/L.Susp ISS/L.Susp Det/L.Susp Conf/L.Susp S.Susp/Expulsion Expulsion Conf/S.Susp Conf/L.Susp Det/L.Susp ISS/Expulsion Det/L.Susp S.Susp/Expulsion L.Susp/Expulsion N/A Conf/Expulsion Conf/Expulsion S.Susp/Expulsion

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Weapons and Dangerous Items 54 Firearms (including Destructive Devices) ** 55 Other Weapons ** 56 Dangerous Items 57 Simulated Firearm **Reported to Law Enforcement

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HAZING There shall be no hazing, solicitation to engage in hazing, or aiding and abetting another who is engaged in hazing of any person enrolled, accepted for or promoted to enrollment, or intending to enroll or be promoted to schools within twelve (12) calendar months. For purposes of this policy a person as specified above shall be considered a "student" until graduation, transfer, promotion or withdrawal from the school. Definitions "Hazing" means any intentional, knowing or reckless act committed by a student, whether individually or in concert with other persons, against another student and in which both of the following apply: • The act was committed in connection with an initiation into, an affiliation with or the maintenance of membership in any organization that is affiliated with an educational institution. • The act contributes to a substantial risk of potential physical injury, mental harm or degradation, or causes physical injury, mental harm or personal degradation. "Organization" means an athletic team, association, order, society, corps, cooperative, club, or similar group that is affiliated with an educational institution and whose membership consists primarily of students enrolled at that educational institution. Directions It is no defense to a violation of this policy if the victim consented or acquiesced to hazing. In accord with statute, violations of this policy do not include either of the following: • Customary athletic events, contests or competitions that are sponsored by an educational institution. • Any activity or conduct that furthers the goals of a legitimate educational curriculum, a legitimate extracurricular program or a legitimate military training program. All students, teachers and staff shall take reasonable measures within the scope of their individual authority to prevent violations of this policy. Reporting/Complaint Procedure Students and others may report hazing to any professional staff member. Professional staff members must report the incident to the school administrator or next higher administrative supervisor, in writing, with such details as may have been provided. A failure by a staff member to timely inform the school administrator or next higher administrative supervisor of a hazing allegation or their observation of an incident of hazing may subject the staff member to disciplinary action in accord with School policies. The staff member shall preserve the confidentiality of those involved, disclosing the incident only to the appropriate school administrator or next higher administrative supervisor or as otherwise required by law. Any instance of reported or observed hazing which includes possible child abuse or violations of statutes known to the staff member shall be treated in accord with statutory requirements and be reported to a law enforcement agency. A person who complains or reports regarding hazing may complain or report directly to the school administrator or to a professional staff member. The professional staff member receiving the report/complaint shall retrieve sufficient detail from the person to complete the form designated for such purpose. At a minimum the report/complaint shall be put in writing containing the identifying information on the complainant and such specificity of names, places and times as to permit an investigation to be carried out. When a professional staff member receives the information, the staff member will transmit a report to the school administrator or supervising administrator not later than the next school day following the day the staff member receives the report/complaint. The report/complaint will be investigated by the school administrator or a supervising administrator.

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The procedures to be followed are: • An investigation of the reported incident or activity shall be made within ten (10) school days when school is in session or within fifteen (15) days during which the school offices are open for business when school is not in session. Extension of the time line may only be by necessity as determined by the Superintendent. • The investigator shall meet with the person who reported the incident at or before the end of the time period and shall discuss the conclusions and actions to be taken as a result of the investigation. Confidentiality of records and student information shall be observed in the process of making such a report. • The investigator shall prepare a written report of the findings and a copy of the report shall be provided to the Superintendent. All violations of this policy shall be treated in accord with the appropriate procedures and penalties provided for in School policies related to the conduct and discipline of students, staff, and others.

HAZING (File with a school administrator, the administrator's supervisor, or a professional staff member) Additional pages may be attached if more space is needed. Please print: Name ________________________________________ Date_______________________ Address

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Date of the incident being reported ____________________________________________ I certify that this information is correct to the best of my knowledge. Student ______________________ Date__________________ Administrator or professional staff member receiving initial complaint ______________________________ Date initial complaint received _______________

SCHOOL PROPERTY/TEXTBOOKS All students are expected to demonstrate proper respect for the school building and its contents. Failure to do so will result in disciplinary action that could include, depending on the seriousness of the situation, involvement with law enforcement agencies. Textbooks are furnished by the school. Students are responsible for all books that have been assigned to them. The classroom teacher will check these books periodically. Charges must be paid for lost, stolen or damaged books and library materials. DRESS AND APPEARANCE Thornydale students are expected to dress safe, appropriate, and in such a manner so as not to interfere with or disrupt the educational process. Appropriate attire reflects a positive and serious attitude about school and is highly correlated with productive behavior and good learning habits. Appropriate dress demonstrates and reflects a positive attitude about self and others. The Thornydale Dress Code will be enforced throughout the school year. Students will be referred to the Administration for a final determination of appropriateness of dress. Failure to comply will result in progressive consequences in accordance with the MUSD Disciplinary Matrix, Number 11, Defiance/Insubordination. Please consult the MUSD Comprehensive Discipline Policy for a detailed description of these consequences. THORNYDALE DRESS CODE Hat Policy: Upon arrival to the Thornydale campus, hats must be removed when entering a building. When worn outside, hats must be worn correctly with the bill facing forward. Shirts: Shirts must be long enough to be tucked in when arms are raised about the student’s head. No strapless, backless, or halter tops are allowed. Bra straps must not be showing. The only appropriate sleeveless attire is that which covers the entire shoulder and fits under the arm. Untucked shirts/blouses may not extend below the thumb in length. Pants/Shorts: Pants and shorts MUST be worn at the waist and may not be more than two inches larger than the student’s actual waist size. Shorts must be no shorter than mid-ILQJHUZKHQDUPVDUHDWWKHVWXGHQW V VLGHUndergarments may not be visible at any time. Pants/shorts may not present a safety issue or distraction to self and/or others. Dresses/Skirts: Dresses and skirts must not be any shorter than mid-ILQJHUZKHQDUPVDUHDWWKHVWXGHQW V VLGH Accessories: Belts must be tucked into pants loops and may not hang. Jewelry containing mercury is not to be brought to school. Laser keychains, pointers, etc are also prohibited. Footwear:

Footwear must be appropriate and worn at all times. NO BARE FEET. The following footwear is not appropriate: bedroom slippers, booties and stocking feet and high heels. 21

Students may be restricted from activities for which their footwear is unsafe or inappropriate. Any garments such as shirts, tops, dresses, skirts, pants, overalls, shorts, etc. with buttons, zippers and snaps must be worn buttoned, zipped and/or snapped appropriately. Sheer/see through garments of any kind is prohibited, unless worn over appropriate clothing. Tight or revealing clothing is also prohibited. Sleeveless undershirts or underwear (such as spandex or boxer type underwear) must not be worn as outer wear. Any article of clothing displaying emblems of outside clubs or organizations that becomes disruptive to school operation will be prohibited. Any clothing which refers to alcohol, drugs, or any act which is illegal or hazardous to ones health, or an article of clothing which may be in any way suggestive or construed to have “double meaning” may not be worn. Any clothing which portrays offensive, suggestive, derogatory, violent, sexual, or cult-related pictures or writing must not be worn. NO MAKE-UP. NO CHAINS ATTACHED TO PANTS. NO BEEPERS, CELLULAR PHONES OR OTHER ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT OUT. STUDENT CONCERNS, COMPLAINTS, AND GRIEVANCES (To be displayed in school buildings and in student handbooks) Students may present a complaint or grievance regarding one (1) or more of the following: • Violation of the student's constitutional rights. • Denial of an equal opportunity to participate in any program or activity for which the student qualifies not related to the student's individual capabilities. • Discriminatory treatment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, or disability. • Harassment of the student by another person. • Intimidation by another student. • Bullying by another student. • Concern for the student's personal safety. Provided that: • The topic is not the subject of disciplinary or other proceedings under other policies and regulations of this District, and • The procedure shall not apply to any matter for which the method of review is prescribed by law, or the Governing Board is without authority to act. The guidelines to be followed are: • The accusation must be made within thirty (30) calendar days of the time the student knew or should have known that there were grounds for the complaint/grievance. • The complaint/grievance shall be made only to a school administrator or professional staff member. • The person receiving the complaint will gather information for the complaint form. • All allegations shall be reported on forms with the necessary particulars as determined by the Superintendent. Forms are available in the school office. • The person receiving the complaint shall preserve the confidentiality of the subject, disclosing it only to the appropriate school administrator or next higher administrative supervisor or as otherwise required by law. Any question concerning whether the complaint/grievance falls within this policy shall be determined by the Superintendent. Complaints by middle or high school students may be made only by the students on their own behalf. A parent or guardian may initiate the complaint process on behalf of an elementary school student under this policy. A parent or guardian who wishes to complain should do so by completing the forms following Policy KE on Public Concerns and Complaints. 22

A complaint/grievance may be withdrawn at any time. Once withdrawn, the process cannot be reopened if the resubmission is longer than thirty (30) calendar days from the date of the occurrence of the alleged incident. False or unproven complaint documentation shall not be maintained. Retaliatory or intimidating acts against any student who has made a complaint under this policy and its corresponding regulations, or against a student who has testified, assisted or participated in any manner in an investigation relating to a complaint or grievance, are specifically prohibited and constitute grounds for a separate complaint. Knowingly submitting a false report under this policy shall subject the student to discipline up to and including suspension or expulsion. Where disciplinary action is necessary pursuant to any part of this policy, relevant District policies shall be followed.

STUDENT CONCERNS, COMPLAINTS, AND GRIEVANCES COMPLAINT FORM (To be filed with the school administrator or the administrator's supervisor, or with a professional staff member who will forward it to the school administrator or the administrator's supervisor) Additional pages may be attached if more space is needed. Please print: Name ________________________________________ Date ___________________ Address

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STUDENT DISMISSAL PROCEDURES The following dismissal procedures have been established with the safety of your children in mind and will be in effect at Thornydale. We have established dismissal procedures designed to alleviate the unsafe conditions in the parking lot. IN ORDER FOR THESE PROCEDURES TO BE EFFECTIVE WE ASK FOR YOUR COOPERATION, BOTH IN FOLLOWING THE PROCEDURES AND IN EXPLAINING THEM TO YOUR CHILDREN. 1. 2. 3.

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There is a Crossing Guard at the designated crossing areas. Students may not jump the gate, but must wait for staff to arrive. Students riding bicycles, scooters, or skateboards will lock them at the bike rack in the front of school, and walk them on school property. Per state law, helmets must be worn. Students who are being picked up in the front parking lot will proceed to the waiting area in the front of the school. Please pull into the pick up lane, and staff will expedite getting your child to you. If you need to park and come into the school, please use the parking lot. We request that you use the designated crosswalks as well. Those students who are walking home, and parents who come to get their children, must remember to use the designated crosswalks only when crossing Oldfather Road. Please follow the law.

NON-INTERRUPTION OF INSTRUCTION Our staff is committed to providing a maximum of student contact time and uninterrupted instruction. We ask for parental assistance with the following: Lunches/Lunch money – when you deliver either a student’s lunch or lunch money after the : bell, please leave it in the front office. Homework, books, instruments – same as above. Phone calls – please do not call asking for your child to leave class for a phone call. If information needs to be shared before dismissal, you will be given the teacher’s voicemail. All teachers are instructed to check their voicemail approximately 15 minutes before school is out. In the event of an emergency, please ask to speak with our school secretary, attendance clerk or health aide and someone will assist you. Early pick-up – if your child will be leaving mid-day or earlier than dismissal time, you must sign him/her out through the office. The student will not be called out of class prior to your arrival. Dismissal – Student dismissal time is a critical part of the classroom day. We request that parents DO NOT interrupt a teacher during dismissal time. It is often at this busy time that teachers are juggling several tasks, such as giving specific messages to students and making last minute changes to after-school schedules. Teachers must give appropriate time and attention to classroom tasks, safety and supervision of all students. For this reason we ask that parents picking up students from school meet them in front of school or at the picnic tables where they will be sent for dismissal, instead of going to the classroom door. If you wish to see a teacher after school, please walk to the classroom after you have met your child at the front of the school and given the teacher time to dismiss all students safely. Special deliveries – Balloon and flower deliveries cause interruption to the classroom. Therefore, these deliveries are held either by the teacher or the office staff until the end of the day. Parents are reminded that balloons and glass containers cannot be transported on school buses.

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TOBACCO.DRUGAND GUNFREE

s6nool zoNES All Maranaschoolhas beendeclaredto be lobacco,Drugand WeaponFreeSchoolZones. Under federalandstatelaws,anyonefoundto be in possession of prohibited substances or firearmsin a tobaccofree,drugfree or a weaponfree schoolzoneis subjectto stiffpenaltiesthat are in additionto anyotherfederal,stateor localpenalties.Sentences imposedundertheseprovisions of the lawmay not with any othersentencesthatare imoosed. be servedconcurrently Anyonefoundto be in possession of a firearmin a gunfreezonemay be sentenced to fiveadditional yearsof imprisonment and an additional fineof up to $5,000.00 underfederallaw. Possession of a prohibited in a drugfreezonecanresultin conviction substance for a class2 or 3 felony,witha lossof probation, pardon,parole,workfurloughor releasefrom for suspension, commutation, eligibility untilat leasthalfof the courtimposedsentence confinement hasbeenservedand a fineof notlessthan $2,000.00. Tobacco,Drugand WeaponFreeZonescoverall schoolcampusesand certainadjacent Marana's areas. DO NOTBR/NG PROHIBITED SUBSIANCESOR WEAPONSINTOTHESEAREASAT ANY TIME,OR FACEFULL PENALTYOF THELAW. LOSTAND FOUND/PERSONAL PROPERTY thatclothingand personalitemsbe labeledwiththe student's nameand roomnumber We recommend so thatfounditemscan be returnedto theirowner.Toysare prohibitedat school. Theseitemsdo not belongon campusand are expectedto be leftat home. Theseitemswill be confiscated, willbe askedto pickthemup fromthe otfice.Studentsare encouraged to checkthe lostand andparents for misolaced items. Unclaimed foundin thecafeteria lostandfounditemswill be donatedto local periodically. charities SELLINGAND TRADING Dueto the dangerof lossof moneyor personal itemsand misunderstandings, it is not for studentsto sell,buy,or tradepersonalbelongings(baseballcards,toys, appropriate clothes,etc.)at school.There is to be absolutelyno selling of items by students for personalprofit (e.9,candy, stickers,chancetickets,etc.).The schoolalsostrongly bringingmoneyto schoolotherthanthe amountneededfor lunchor some discourages Foreventssuchas the BookFair,studentsmay bringin a otherschoolfunction. reasonable amountof moneyfor purchases. Theyare notto givemoneyor purchased itemsto otherstudents. ProhibitedItems not technologyor electroniccommunicationdevices(includingbut m,fifd;nal ipods/MPe ipads/netbooks/laptops, limited t" pil;;;;-t"ttutur t"i6phon.rls*urtpttones, d restrictedio educaiionallyappropriatepurposes'as plaver ifio-?t^;;i";i "no ;;;";i r"h;;il ii it" ut. of any ,u.r'roini."disru'plsthe educational det'ermined In trr. eventihat any suchdeviceis confiscatedfrom it;;;il;;;ft;d;"d. environment, ittui rtuoent's.parenisandthe.disruptioncouldresult a student,it #il|rid"b;;;i;;ffio such devicesnot be broughtto rt"is recommended'that in disciplinat';";;;d"n".r. theft and/or loss of these school. aottii"irtruii-dnT, noi t.rpo"rl6i. ror any damage, devlces.

E of the MaranaUnified The devicemay be seizedand disposedof pursuantto Appendix SchoolDistricfDisciplinepolicy'

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HAZARDOUSMATERIALS at all MaranaSchools.ltemssuchas jewelrycontainingmercuryare Hazardous materialsare prohibited frombeingat school. Shoulda childbring and are prohibited to be hazardousmaterials, considered suchan itemon a schoolcampus,and shouldthe itembreakcausinghazardousmaterialexposureand requirements action,includingany restitution the studentwill be subjectto disciplinary contamination, thatare appropriate. INTERNET will havethe privilegeof usingInternetand otherelectronicinformation Studentsat Thornydale only. in the library,classroomand computerlab,with parentalpermission resources privilege will: student of usingthe lnterneteach l. Priorto beingallowedthe explained and procedures expectations 1. HaveThornydale 2. Signand havea parentco-signa useragreement endeavorsand researchwithinthe ll. Studentsare expectedto usethe Internetonlyfor educational goalsand objectivesof our districtcurriculum. may not alwaysbe available. closesupervision Teachingstatfwill be present;however,individual, to ensurethat may reviewthe student'scomputerfilesand communications Teachersandadministrators use may resultin lossof usageand the studentis usingthe Internetresponsibly.lrresponsible as appropriate. consequences disciplinary AND SEXUALHARASSMENTPROHIBITED SEX DISCRIMINATTON againstany studentor It is the policyof the MaranaUnifiedSchoolDistrictthatthereis no discrimination policy, the Districtwill not toleratesexualharassment employeeon the basisof sex. ln keepingwiththat Policy, Discipline is a violationof the District'sComprehensive by any of its students.Sexualharassment action, to be a majoroffensethat can resultin disciplinary The Districtconsiderssexualharassment

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Transportation Department Dispatch Office 682-4766

The Marana Unified School District covers 550 square miles with school buses providing safe, dependable, and efficient transportation in support of world class education for tomorrow's leaders. Like you, our desire is your child’s safety from the moment they leave your home in the morning until they return safely that afternoon. This can best be achieved by working together. You can help by discussing with your child a few simple but effective precautions concerning their time away from home. Precautions These precautions include making sure you and your child knows the following: • The walking route to take to and from the bus stop and the proper behavior en route • The safety precautions and appropriate conduct to be maintained at the bus stop and on the bus, including use of safety belts • The correct bus route number • What to do if the bus is more than 15 minutes late • Carry school ID at all times In addition, it is critical that your child always boards and departs the bus at the correct stop as known and approved by you. A signed note from the parent/guardian is required for a student to ride a different bus or to get off at a different stop. The note must be given to school staff who will then issue a bus pass for the student to provide for the bus driver. Children should be at the bus stop 5 minutes prior to the scheduled pick up time. Although we hope it will never be necessary for your family to be concerned with violations of bus rules, you and your child should be aware of the discipline procedures designed to correct problems. Please take a few moments to go over these rules. The consequences of inappropriate behavior or actions on the bus are fully explained in the Student Code of Conduct. Please note: incidents involving major violations described in the student code of conduct may result in a suspension of riding privileges. Bus stops are reviewed carefully on an ongoing basis for safety and effectiveness. As per state requirements, bus stops may be no closer than a minimum of 600 feet and may be subject to other state, district or homeowner association guidelines. By working together we can safeguard your child from potential hazards associated with all aspects of transportation, both on and off the bus. We hope you and your child have a productive and safe year.

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BUS SAFETY PROGRAM Arriving at pickup point:  Be on time. Leave home in good time so that you will arrive at the pickup point before the school bus.  If other students are waiting at the bus stop, get in line without pushing or crowding and stay off the roadway. Crossing the highway:  If you must cross the road, walk to a point about ten (10) feet in front of bus but do not cross until you can see that the driver has indicated that it is safe to do so.  As you cross the road, look continuously to the right and left. At an intersection, look in all directions.  Cross at right angles. Never cross the highway diagonally.  Walk briskly across the road, but do not run. Boarding the bus:  Line up in single file parallel to the roadway, with younger students in front, so they can board first.  Wait until the bus comes to a complete stop before attempting to get on board.  Board the bus quickly but without crowding or pushing.  Never run on the bus, as the steps or floor may be slippery, especially in wintertime. Place your foot squarely on the step, not on the edge, and use the handrail.  Be particularly careful if you are carrying books or parcels, as it is difficult to see the steps and to hold the handrail.  Go directly to your seat and sit straight, well to the back of the seat, and face the front of the bus. Conduct on the bus:  The bus will not move until all passengers are seated.  Seatbelts must be worn at all times.  Remain seated throughout the trip, and leave your seat only when the bus has reached its destination and comes to a complete stop.  Keep your belongings on your lap or put them under the seat. Musical instruments must not occupy space required for seating of other students.  Keep the aisle clear.  Do not talk to the driver except in case of emergency.  Avoid doing anything that might disturb or interfere with the driver. Refrain from loud or boisterous talking or yelling.  Never stick hands, arms, head, or feet out of the windows of the bus.  Do not throw anything within the bus or out of a window.  Do not touch the emergency door or exit controls or any of the bus safety equipment.  Do not discard refuse in the bus.  Obey promptly the directions and instructions of the school bus driver. Prohibited items:  Tobacco is not allowed in a school bus.  Alcoholic beverages shall not be carried in a school bus.  Insects, reptiles, or other animals shall not be transported in a school bus. [A.A.C. R17-9104]  No weapon, explosive device, harmful drug, or chemical shall be transported in a school bus.  No skateboards, glass items, or balloons will be allowed in the school bus. Exiting the bus: 29

 Remain seated until the bus has reached its destination and comes to a complete stop.  Do not push or crowd when leaving the bus.

District Emergency Response Should a critical or emergency situation arise in our area or on campus while school is in session, the Marana Unified School District has a comprehensive Emergency Response Plan providing step-by-step guidelines for maximizing safety, efficiency, and communication. A copy of the Emergency Response Plan can be accessed at any MUSD school. All district schools conduct emergency drills on a consistent basis throughout the school year. Emergency drills (Evacuation/Lock Down/Shelter-In-Place/Off-site Evacuation) provide the opportunity to practice safety procedures ensuring students and staff are aware of all processes including where to report and what to do in the event of an emergency. What Parents Need To Know In An Emergency. • Information is available by calling the District office at 520-682-3243. • Do not telephone the school directly. School telephone lines mat be needed for emergency communication. • Visit the District web site at www.maranausd.org and access the Emergency Alert System that is located on the left hand menu of the screen. Information concerning the incident will be posted as soon as verifiable information is available. • Stay tuned to local television and radio stations for emergency information. • Unless the emergency requires students to be evacuated to another District school, students will be kept at their home school. • If students are evacuated to another location, parents will be notified by District personnel. • A student will only be released to parent(s) or authorized individuals identified on the student's MUSD Health/Emergency Information Form. Parent Notification In An Emergency Parents will be contacted by school personnel in an emergency situation involving their child. Parents are also encouraged to register to receive emergency information via e-mail. By registering parents will receive an e-mail when the Emergency Alert System is activated. To register follow these simple steps: 1. Visit the District web site at www.maranausd.org. 2. Click on the "Notify Me" icon located on the left hand menu of the screen. 3. Enter e-mail address to receive communication. 4. Check the box titled "Alert System." 5. You will receive a registration confirmation to the e-mail address provided. MUSD Health/Emergency Information Form The Marana Unified School District Health/Emergency Information Form is required to be filled out by parents at the beginning of every school year. The information contained on this form includes individual (s), other than parent(s), authorized to pick up a student. A student will only be released to parent(s) or individuals identified on this form. Parents should consider the following criteria when designating another person to pick up their child at school: • At least 18 years of age • Usually home during the day • Known to the child • Able to assume this responsibility • Possesses a picture ID *Parents are encouraged to contact their child's school during the school year if there are any changes to this information. 30

STUDENT ACADEMIC PROGRAMS HOMEWORK Each classroom teacher will develop and send home a Homework Policy for their students. Each grade level works together to provide consistency for children. Parents and students are expected to abide by the guidelines for homework presented to the children. MOVIES AND VIDEOS Marana Unified School District Policy IJBD defines the procedures for showing movies and videos in classrooms. The guidelines listed below will be followed when selecting movies and/or videotapes to be viewed by students: Teachers will preview all movies and videos to be used in the classroom to ensure appropriateness of language, maturity level, subject matter, and instructional relevance. Movies and videos with G ratings are appropriate for general audiences. Movies rated PG or "parental discretion advised" or any other non-G rating require approval by the school principal and may require parental notification prior to showing. School principals may devise their own forms for these purposes or may use the form included in as Exhibit IJND-E. Appropriate alternative assignments will be provided for students upon request by parents or students. Relevant portions of videos or movies may be shown when edited for appropriateness, at the discretion of the building principal. Instructionally related videos and movies may be utilized as rewards or Incentives, at the discretion of the school principal. The frequency and duration of movie and video use will be carefully monitored, and is at the discretion of the school principal. Parents who have concerns about the appropriateness and use of instructionally related videos or movies shown in the classroom will be referred to the school principal. The principal may refer to Board Policy KEC - Public Concerns/Complaints about Instructional Resources - regarding the procedure for reconsideration of material.

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REPORTS STANDARDSREPORTS/PROGRESS to parentsthe progressof theirchild. Theywill Standardsreportsservethe purposeof communicating be issuedat nine-weekintervals,senthometo parentson the Wednesdayfollowingthe end of the reportinqperiod,unlwesented at a conference.Fourthquarterreportswill be mailedat the end of the schoolyear. Parentsof stirdentswho are fallingbelowthe standardswill be informedthroughwrittenprogressreports duringthe fifthweekof eachquarter. GRADINGSCALES objectives In grades1-6,the followingscaleswill be usedto reflectacademicprogresson instructional grade. for the report listedon the standards FarBelowthe Standard(0-59%) FFB=Falls FS-FallsBelowthe Standard(60-69%) the Standard(70-79%) AS=Approaches the Standard(80-89%) MS=Meets at the Standard(90-100%) ES-Excels towardsmeetingall gradelevelstandardsthroughoutthe year; Studentswillworkprogressively in manyareas,fullymeetingor excellingat the standardwill not occuruntilthe end of the therefore, year. StandardReportsfor the firstthreequarterswill indicateprogressto datetowardsmeeting objectives. identified

GONFERENCES PARENT/TEACHER in thefall(Sept.15,16)and in the spring(March29, 30). are scheduled conferences ParenVTeacher may be requestedand scheduledas neededor desiredby a parent,teacher,or conferences Additional the principal. STATEAND DISTRICTTESTING STANDARDIZED, (AIMS-DPA) DualPurposeAssessment the Standards for Measuring In thespring,theArizonaInstrument (Stanford 10) test norm-referenced grades a 3 through 6, and in to students is administered to studentsin grade2. The EssentialLearningStandardsAssessments willbe administered the year. All testingis partof our complete in all gradesthroughout (ELSAs)will be administered studentassessment Plan. Frequentcommunicationbetweenparents and teachersis essentialto best meet the learning, social and emotionalneedsof a child. Effectivecommunicationis the responsibilityand the goal of both parentsand teachers.

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383,/352027,21$1'5(7(17,21  January 6, 2012 Notice of serious academic difficulties signed by the classroom teacher and principal. Notice can be sent at any point after failure becomes evident. January - April

“New Student January-April” letter to be given to those students newly enrolling explaining MUSD standards.

April 13, 2012

Last day to notify parents in writing that their child will be retained.

April 27, 2012

Last day for parents to notify the Governing Board in writing requesting an appeal of the teacher’s decision to retain.

April 27-May 4, 2012

The Governing Board notifies the teacher that the parents are in the appeal process regarding the child’s retention.

May 24, 2012

The Governing Board’s action regarding the parent appeal. This meeting is to be held in executive session unless otherwise requested by the parent. The teacher must be in attendance. Required forms are completed by teacher and parent with attached documentation.

June 1, 2012

Last day for parents to notify the Governing Board in writing requesting an appeal regarding a child’s promotion.

June 4 -June 8, 2012

The Governing Board notifies the teacher that the parent is in the appeal process regarding a child’s promotion.

June 14, 2012

The Governing Board’s action regarding the parent’s appeal. This is to be in executive session unless otherwise requested by the parents. The teacher must be in attendance.

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STUDENTSERVICES/PROGRAMS remedialreading,ELL,gifted,andschool provides speech/language, specialeducation, Thornydale for,students. psychologist servicesas neededby, or appropriate throughsix. for thirtyminutestwiceperweekfor gradeskindergaten is scheduled education Physical in P.E. Parentsmustsenda clothesto participate to wearathleticshoesand comfortable Studentsraeed notewiththeirchildif thereis a needfor limitedphysicalactivityor if the childneedsto be excusedfrom physical or P,E.classes. activity throughsix' for thirtyminutestwiceperweekfor gradeskindergarten is scheduled Musiceducation grades six. five and programs students in to are offered Bandand orchestra and activitiesand are in schoolorganizations to participate studentshaveopportunities All Thornydale to do so. encouraged COUNSELING classlessons preparesandfacilitates is hereon a fulltimebasis.Ourcounselor Ourschoolcounselor support. specific or additional groups in need of of children with small and meets anddiscussions, group activities. counseling Parentalconsentis soughtfor small willassiststudentsand parentsin everymannerpossiblewithcounseling Thestaffat Thornydale will be please or support.Confidentiality do not hesitateto askfor assistance concernsand needs, maintained. respectfully

@ Arizona Statute15-203requiresstudentsin gradesfour through six to recite the of the at the commencement from the Declarationof Independence followingpassage first classof the day in the schools,exceptthat a pupil shallnot be requiredto participate if thepupil or the pupil'sparentor guardianobjects: We hold thesetruthsto be self-evident,that all men are createdequal,that they are endowedby their creatorwith certainunalienablerights,that amongtheseare life, liberty andthe pursuit of happiness.That to securetheserights, governmentsare instituted amongmen,derivingtheirjust powersfrom the consentof the governed.. . .

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LIBRARY Thornydale’s library offers students numerous opportunities to read and research, to increase their skills, and to expand their knowledge. We expect students to respect and care for the library and all library materials. Students will be responsible for lost or damaged school property. STUDENT PLANNERS Student Planners are provided for grades 3-6. If the Student Planner is lost, there will be a $4.00 replacement charge. L.E.A.P. L.E.A.P., Learning Enrichment And Play, is an extended day program offered at Thornydale from 6:00 A.M. to 6:00 p.m. for a nominal fee. For more information please phone 579-4915 or 616-4506 INSURANCE Thornydale Elementary School does not provide accident insurance for students.

MUSD BREAKFAST/LUNCH PROGRAM 2011-2012 The Marana Unified School District participates in the National School Meal Program. Breakfast and Lunch are served at Thornydale Elementary School. Students may purchase breakfast for $1.00 and lunch for $2.00. Non price meals are also available:  If you now receive benefits from SNAP, or Food Distribution on Indian Reservations or TANF you can get free meal regardless of income  If your total household income is at a certain level your child may qualify for reduced or free meals.  If you have a foster child under the legal responsibility of a foster care agency or court are eligible for free meals. Your Child May Be Eligible for Free or Reduced Price School Meals! Apply Online Today – www.maranausd.org/food. The process is SAFE, SECURE, PRIVATE, and AVAILABLE any time on any computer with web access. You also can go to the Marana School District web site to find the link for the meal application. Paper applications will also be available from the school or Food Service offices. The Annual menu calendar will be sent home during the first week of school with each student. The monthly menu can also found on the District web site.

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The District also provides parents a convenient, easy and secure online prepayment service call MyNutrikids.com This website allows parents to deposit money into their child’s meal account at any time. We currently have over 3000 parents using this system on a monthly basis. There is no charge to parents to setup an account and utilize the website’s features; the only charge will be a small convenience fee to deposit funds into their students meal account. Along with the ability to make on-line payments, this website also provides parents:  The ability to view your child’s account balance at anytime.  Automatic low balance email notifications. Parents will be able to establish school meal balance amounts so that if your child’s account balance falls below the established amount, you will receive an email alerting you to the low balance. At the start of this new school year our district needed to bring into compliance, our ala carte program, with the “Arizona Nutrition Standards”. That required that we eliminate any ala carte item in the Elementary and Middle Schools that did not meet those standards. The Marana Unified School Food Service program meals meet all Federal and State Nutritional standards for meals that are provided our students at breakfast or lunch. But when our entrees are sold ala carte those entrée’s do not meet those standards. What does this change? It changes what we can and can not sell as ala carte to our students. We can not sell students an extra slice of pizza or other daily entrée. We plan this school year to add individual food items that do meet the AZ Nutrition Standard. These new items will not be entrée’s but items that balance out your meal. For the very hungry students they can purchase a complete second meal for $2.50. AZ Nutritional Standard for entrées sold a la carte: 40% or less of total calories from fat 10% or less of total calories from saturated and Trans fatty acids (combined) No more than 35% total sugar by weight Must contain at least 1g of fiber Maximum 400 calories per serving for entrée items sold as a la carte Maximum 800mg of sodium for entrée items sold as a la carte Final preparation method cannot be deep-fat fried Breakfast will be served, starting at 7:25 A.M. through 7:40 A.M. each day at Thornydale. Parents are invited to have lunch with their child. Please phone the cafeteria at 579-4925 prior to 7:45 A.M. on the day you plan to eat with your child, and we will be happy to order a lunch for you.

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