Wide Hollow Elementary School
2011-2012

A sincere WELCOME to your family for the 2011-2012 school year. Many opportunities and challenges are available to all of us this year.

Following is necessary information provided for you to know more about the school and procedures that are used. There are some changes from last year’s handbook as we work to communicate more effectively. The staff wants to work together with you to make sure your child has a very successful school year. Please feel free to visit the school or call if you have questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

Terry Faletto , Principal

SCHOOL HOURS

Grades K - 4 & Full Day K .......8:55 - 3:30

AM Kindergarten ......8:55 - 11:35

PM Kindergarten.......12:50 - 3:30

Wide Hollow Elementary no longer has school bus delivery to our school. With the recent attendance boundary changes our school patrons are within walking distance. If your child walks or rides a bicycle to school, please have him/her arrive no earlier than 8:30 a.m. We ask that children leave immediately after school for their own safety and so you know where they are and when to expect them. If children live within walking distance and want to return to play, please have them wait until after 4:00 p.m.

• Arrival Time –

Children should arrive at school no earlier than 8:30 , as playground supervision is not available before that time. Upon arrival, students should place their backpacks next to their classroom’s outside door and move to their designated playground area (K-2 on east side of building; 3-5 on north and west sides of building). The first bell rings at 8:45 a.m. and the tardy bell rings at 8:55 .

During school hours, students may not leave the school boundaries for any reason without a note signed by a parent, teacher, or principal. On the rare occasions when students must leave during the school day, they are required to check out and back in at the office. When parents need to pick up a student during the school day, they must report to the office (not the child’s classroom) and complete a student checkout form. Then, the student’s teacher will be called and the child will be released to meet his/her parent in the office.

Note: Your cooperation will ensure the safety of your child.

• Attendance Policy – WVSD Board Policy 3121, 3122

ATTENDANCE

The West Valley School District has six elementary schools, each of which serves specific residential areas. To attend Wide Hollow Elementary, students must reside within the Wide Hollow Elementary School boundaries or be granted a transfer from another West Valley elementary school. At the present time West Valley elementary schools are accepting out of district students, as space is available. Please contact the Central Office (972-6000) for more information about out-of-district enrollment.

EXCUSED AND UNEXCUSED ABSENCES

Students are expected to attend school each day. Teachers are responsible to submit absence and tardiness records to their building office, where attendance information is transcribed into the student’s record. In grades K-5, an absence for more than 90 minutes of the school day shall be counted as a half-day absence.

You can help ensure your children’s success at school by providing them with nutritious breakfast, and getting them to school on time each and every day. On the rare occasions when your children must be absent from school, please do the following:

PLEASE INFORM THE SCHOOL SECRETARY (972-5550) before 9:00 AM if your child will be absent or late to school.

TO EXCUSE YOUR CHILD’S ABSENCE, you must call the office or send a signed, dated note explaining the reason for absence within two (2) days of your child’s return to school.

FOR A PRE-APPROVED ABSENCE, please contact the office for a pre-approval form and to make arrangements for any assignments that may be missed during the absence.

WHEN CHECKING OUT EARLY FOR APPOINTMENTS, LUNCH, ETC., parents must come to the office and sign their children out or send a signed, dated note explaining the special circumstances.

EXCUSED ABSENCES

The following are acceptable excuses for absences and tardiness. Assignments and/or activities not completed because of an excused absence or tardiness may be made up in a manner provided by the teacher:

Participation in school-approved activity: To be excused, a staff member must authorize this absence, and the affected teacher must be notified prior to the absence unless it is clearly impossible to do so.

Absence due to illness, health condition, a family emergency and/or religious purposes: When possible, the parent is expected to notify the school office on the morning of the absence and send a signed note of explanation with the student on his/her return to school. A parent may request that a student be excused from attending school in observance of a religious holiday. In addition, a student, upon the request of his/her parent, may be excused for a portion of a school day to participate in religious instruction provided such is not conducted on school property.

Absence resulting from disciplinary actions or short-term suspension: As required by law, students who are removed from a class or classes as a disciplinary measure, or students who have been placed on short-term suspension, shall have the right to make up assignments or exams missed during the time they were denied entry to the classroom.

Preapproved absences : This category of absence shall be counted as excused for purposes pre-approved by the principal and the parent. An absence may not be approved if it causes a serious adverse effect on the student’s educational progress.

UNEXCUSED ABSENCES

When a parent/guardian fails to provide any type of excuse statement within two days of the student’s absence, that absence will be unexcused. This type of absence is also defined as truancy. The school will contact the home to correct the problem. After two unexcused absences in one month, a parent-student-principal conference can be held. Washington attendance laws mandate that the school notifies the juvenile courts after a child accumulates seven (7) unexcused absences in one month or ten (10) absences in one year. Your assistance in helping us comply with the law is appreciated.

TARDINESS

It is very important for children to arrive at school on time. Late entries are disruptive to the classroom and cause the late student undue stress. Please make every effort to get your child to school by 8:55 AM .

When children are tardy, their parents must check them in at the office or send a written note explaining the reason for their delay. Tardies will be excused or unexcused according to the same standards as absences. When children miss more than 90 minutes of the school day, it shall be counted as a half-day absence. When a student’s tardiness becomes frequent or disruptive, the student shall be referred to the principal or counselor for counseling, parent conferencing, and/or disciplinary action in accordance with state and district regulations.

The Wide Hollow Staff

• West Valley Child Care

Before and after school day care is available through the Wide Hollow Elementary School West Valley Child Care Program. Prior Registration is required. Please contact West Valley Child Care directly at 965-5107 during operating hours, or Janet Hollon or Janet Knutson, West Valley Child Care Co-Directors, at 930-7876 or 930-3243.

• Early Dismissal – WVSD Board Policy 3124

Students with outstanding attendance tend to be excellent learners. For this reason, please do your best to schedule medical appointments during non-school hours. If you find it necessary to pick up your child early, you must check in at the office first and sign out your child. We also ask that you send a written excuse to the teacher that morning so that she may plan for your child’s absence.

• Immunizations – WVSD Board Policy 3410, 3413

State law requires that all students meet state immunization requirements before entering a Washington State Public School . The school must have a written record of the dates of the immunizations before the student may attend. Please contact the school office for details.

6. Bus Notes

There no longer is bus service to Wide Hollow Elementary.

7. School Lunches

The West Valley Child Nutrition program provides Wide Hollow Elementary School with a hot lunch program. All students will be provided information to establish their qualification in the federal free or reduced price lunch program. The child nutrition department has created an “electronic” point of sale process. A student’s lunch money is deposited into his/her individual account. When the students account number is entered into the cash register, the appropriate amount is deducted from the account.

Adults are welcome to have lunch with their children at school. If you’d like to join your child for lunch, please make your reservation by calling the school office (965-2023) before 9:00 a.m. Always remember to check in at the office when you arrive.

Students who lose or forget their money will be allowed to call home to ask their parents to bring them a lunch or lunch money.

Attention: Students with negative balances will not receive a full school lunch. They will be given a milk, crackers and cheese.

8. Dress Code – WVSD Board Policy 3224

All dress requirements are based on health, safety, good taste, and decency. Please provide your children with clean, neat, weather-appropriate attire. Shirts with thin straps (spaghetti or shoestring) are discouraged. Underwear (including sports bras) and midriffs must be covered. Excessively scooped armholes or neck openings are not allowed. Skintight or see-through mesh tops/shorts/skirts may not be worn at school. Shorts and skirts should be at least mid-thigh length. Clothing should be tasteful, without offensive designs or writing, and free of alcohol/tobacco advertising. Hats are considered outside apparel. Students dressed inappropriately may be required to change.

Children will have outdoor recess except in extreme weather conditions.Shorts should be worn only in warm weather. We count on parents to help students make appropriate clothing choices.

Mark those belongings: Coats, hats, backpacks, etc. should be clearly marked with your child's name. Check Lost and Found periodically for missing items.

• Accident/Illness at School - WVSD Board Policy 3418

The Board recognizes that schools are responsible for providing first aid or emergency treatment in case of sudden illness or injury to a student, but that further medical attention is the responsibility of the parent or guardian.

When a student is injured it is the responsibility of staff to see that immediate care and attention is given the injured party until relieved by a superior, a nurse or a doctor. Word of the accident should be sent to the principal's office and to the nurse. The principal or designated staff should immediately contact the parent so that the parent can arrange for care or treatment of the injured.

The district is not qualified under law to comply with directives to physicians limiting medical treatment and will not accept such directives.

The Superintendent shall establish procedures to be followed in any accident, and for providing first aid or emergency treatment to a student who is ill or injured.

• Medication at School - WVSD Board Policy 3416

We understand that children sometimes need to take prescribed or over-the-counter medication during the school day. Our district policy requires a completed medication request form that has been signed by both the parent and a physician, giving complete instructions for administering the medication. Parents (not students) must bring the medication to the office in the original container.

Over-the-counter drugs (aspirin, cough medicine, cough drops, etc.) will be treated the same as prescriptions. Again, we must have a signed medication form giving authorization for your child to receive the medication. Students cannot administer medication on their own.

• Change in Address / Telephone

Please notify the office as soon as possibleif there is a change in address, phone number, or emergency contact information. Notify the school office a week in advance if you plan to move.

• WVSD #208 Anti-Discrimination Clause – WVSD

Board Policy 3210

The West Valley School District #208 complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender of disability. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular activities. Inquiries regarding compliance and or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX/RCW 28A.640 Officer and Section 504/ADA Coordinator: John King, Human Resources Supervisor, 8902 Zier Road , Yakima , WA . 98908, (509) 972-6016.

• School/District Contact Information

WEST VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT #208

The mission of the West Valley School District is to ensure that all students achieve their highest level of knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to be responsible and productive citizens, effective communicators, creative problem solvers, and life long learners .

Dr. Michael Brophy Superintendent 972-6005

Peter D. Finch Asst. Superintendent, 972-6007

Curriculum, Instruction,

and Assessment

Angela Watts Asst. Superintendent 972-6006

Business and Operations

Terry Faletto Wide Hollow Elementary Principal 972-5550

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Staci Verbrugge

Sash Kinloch

Mike Carey

Mike Meyer

Jim Roberts

Wide Hollow PTA - PARENT TEACHER ASSOCIATION

Angela Clark, President

LeAnn Taylor & TJ Davis, Co-Vice Presidents

Karen DeVaney, Secretary

Abby Rhoads, Treasurer

  Wide Hollow’s Daily Schedule

Kindergarten and Grades 1-4

8:30 Students May Arrive at School

Because there is no supervision before 8:30 , students may not arrive before this time.

8:55 School Begins

10:30 – 10:45 Morning Recess

11:35 Morning Kindergarten ends

11:45 – 12:10 Lunch (Students eat in their classrooms)

12:10 – 12:40 Noon Recess

12:50 Afternoon Kindergarten begins

2:15 – 2:30 Afternoon Recess

3:30 School Dismissed

15. Staff Listing

Wide Hollow Staff 2010– 2011

  Kindergarten:

Ms. Sarah Hallead

Mrs. Jennifer Balderston

Mrs. Emily Sutliff

First Grade:

Mrs. Deana Altshuler

Mrs. Kim Walker

Mrs. Ann Sherman

Second Grade:

Mrs. Debbie Cameron

Mrs. Charis Weber

Mrs. Jenneifer Komstadius

Third Grade:

Mrs. LeeAnn Lamphiear (PAL)

Mrs. Cathy Jameson

Mrs. Rita Larson

Mrs. Mary Wimer

Fourth Grade:

Mrs. Jenna Stratton

Mrs. Judy Holfreter (PAL)

Mrs. Ellen Mellander

Special Education:

Mrs. Kristin Bex (Resource Room)

Vocal Music:

Mrs. Cathy Kloster

Health and Fitness:

Mrs. Sabrena Carey

Support Staff:

Mrs. Melissa Madsen, Dir., Spec. Services

Mrs. Patti Hyink , Spec. Services Secretary

Mrs. Janice Hatcher, Psych/Counselor

Mrs. Kristen Kegley, S & L Pathologist

Mrs. Alicia Buchholtz, Occ. Therapist

Paraprofessionals:

Mrs. Karen DeVaney, Library

Mrs. Donna Nickson

Mrs. Linda Ghighione

Mrs. Melisa Krienke, Basic Education

Mrs. Diane Woods, Speech

Mrs. Lynn Marie Cox, Title I

Mrs. Amy Moloso, Title I

Mrs. Judy Senecal, Title I

Mrs. Barb Kranz, Special Education

Custodians:

Mr. Mike Ruff

Mr. Greg Ireland

Mr. Gene McGinnis

West Valley Child Care:

Mrs. Diane Durall

Mrs. Jill Adams

Food Service:

Mrs. Amer Wiles

Parking Lot Safety

Students being dropped off / picked up by private vehicle and their parents/guardians are expected to follow the rules for parking lot safety that have been developed.

WIDE HOLLOW PARKING LOT

CODE OF CONDUCT

• DRIVE SLOWLY , no more than 5 miles per hour when using the driveway or parking lot. Be watchful for patrol students and for any students who may dart between cars.

• NEVER STOP YOUR CAR IN A CROSSWALK ! Crosswalks are designated crossing zones.

• THE DESIGNATED PICK-UP AND DELIVER LANE area is for single lane traffic only. Drivers may not exit their cars and students are to exit the cars only on the curb side of the car.

• USE THE DESIGNATED PARKING AREAS to pick-up and deliver your students to school or use the designated pick-up and deliver lane.

• ALWAYS USE THE CROSSWALKS when walking to and from the school building to the parking areas.
• USE ONLY DESIGNATED PARKING SPACES when using our east parking lot Don't park in the service driveway or block other parked cars.
• HANDICAPPED SPACES are reserved for those authorized to use them. These spaces should not be used for picking up or dropping off children.

• School Bus Conduct

BUS RULES

Students no longer ride school busses to and from our school. However, there are times that students take field trips and utilize the school busses. During these times students need to follow the school bus conduct expectations. The West Valley School District has developed a set of rules that will be posted on all busses:

EXPECTATIONS :

Respect yourself and others

Follow the directions of the drivers

Remain seated while the bus is moving

Speak in a quiet tone of voice

Keep the bus clean and aisles clear

Use appropriate language

CONSEQUENCES FOR INFRACTIONS:

Verbal reprimand by driver

Redirection - explain expected behavior

1 st bus citation - copies to parents and principal

2 nd citation - detention will be assigned

3 rd citation - subject to 3 days suspension from bus

FURTHER CITATIONS:

18. Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) Disclosure - WVSD Board Policy 3231

KNOW YOUR RIGHTS!

In accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, parents/guardians have the right to inspect and review all official records pertaining to your child(ren) which are maintained by the West Valley School District .

In the event of a student transfer to another educational institution, educational records will be sent upon request by the receiving institution. Also, subpoena requests will be honored after you have been notified. Student records will not otherwise be released by the West Valley School District without expressed written consent.

The West Valley School District makes available as “directory” information the following: student names as published in activity and athletic programs and brochures (information may include height, weight, age, class and program experience); student names and activities as published in the school yearbook and newsletters; and student names as published in honor rolls and commencement programs (which may include grade point information). Parent permission is not required for release of “directory information.” However, if you do not want the school to release such information without your consent, please notify the school office in writing.

19. Substance Abuse Program - WVSD Board Policy 2121

Substance Abuse Program

Actions taken by staff in dealing with student use of alcohol and the use and abuse of controlled illegal, addictive or harmful substances including anabolic steroids will have as their first concern the welfare of the student involved and the other students in the school. Although a helping relationship rather than an investigative and punitive approach will be emphasized, necessary and appropriate disciplinary action will

be taken when laws or school regulations are violated. Law enforcement agencies will be called upon for investigative and consultative assistance where illegal drug or alcohol activity has occurred.

Prevention

The prevention program shall focus on classroom instruction, guidance services and the school climate.

Instruction

This dimension of the prevention program shall focus on:

A. The effects of addictive substances such as alcohol, drugs and nicotine upon the body.

B. Skill development related to self-esteem, goal-setting, decision-making, conflict management, problem-solving, refusal and communication.

Guidance Services

Staff shall meet with students, individually and in small groups, to supplement addictive substance prevention, instruction and skill development. Staff will also assist parents to maximize the prevention efforts of the school.

School Climate

A facilitative school environment can help students to achieve in a productive manner (academically, socially and emotionally). The school shall strive to be a place where:

A. Students, staff, and parents respect themselves and others.

B. Individuals can be trusted to do what they say they will do.

C. High morale is evident.

D. Each person feels that he/she has a voice in the decisions that affect him/her.

E. All feel that they are continuing to learn and grow.

F. All value diversity and accept it as an opportunity for growth and development.

G. All possess a “sense of belonging.”

H. All feel that they can make a difference to someone else.

Intervention

The West Valley School District ’s intervention strategy is aimed at eliminating student use of tobacco, alcohol, and other drugs.

•All schools will establish and maintain an assistance program, which utilizes a team approach. The team will assess the student’s level of use/abuse, develop goals, and make recommendations for needed services for the student.

•Team members will receive training in confidentiality procedures, alcohol and drug abuse, and intervention strategies.

Ongoing inservice will be provided for faculty and staff focusing upon those characteristics of a comprehensive program that are crucial for successful implementation.

20. Drug, Alcohol, and Tobacco Education - WVSD Board

Policy 2121

The board recognizes that a significant number of parents, students and others are seriously concerned about the adverse effects of drugs, alcohol, and tobacco, and that the schools share the responsibility for providing appropriate information to young people.

The district shall cooperate with parents, professional authorities, community agencies and others in developing an effective educational program dealing with this important area.

21. Regulation of Dan gerous Weapons on School Premises - WVSD Board Policy 4200, 4210

It is a violation of district policy and state law for any person to carry a firearm or dangerous weapon or maliciously display an instrument that appears to be a firearm on school premises, school-provided transportation or areas of other facilities being used exclusively for school activities.

The superintendent is directed to see that all school facilities post "Gun-Free Zone" signs, and that all violations of this policy and RCW 9.41.280 are reported annually to the superintendent of Public Instruction.

The following persons may carry firearms into school buildings, as necessary, although students engaged in these activities are restricted to the possession of rifles on school premises:

persons engaged in military, law enforcement, or school district security activities;

persons involved in a school authorized convention, showing, demonstration, lecture or firearm safety course;

persons competing in school authorized firearm or air gun competitions; and

any federal, state or local law enforcement officer.

The following persons over eighteen years of age and not enrolled as students may have firearms in their possession on school property outside of school buildings:

persons with concealed weapons permits issued pursuant to RCW 9.41.070 who are picking up or dropping off students; and

persons conducting legitimate business at the school and in lawful possession of a firearm or dangerous weapon if the weapon is secured within an attended vehicle, is unloaded and secured in a vehicle, or is concealed from view in a locked, unattended vehicle.

Persons may bring dangerous weapons, other than firearms, onto school premises if the weapons are lawfully within the person's possession and are to be used in a school-authorized martial arts class.

Persons over eighteen years of age and persons between fourteen and eighteen years of age with written parental or guardian permission may possess personal protection spray devices on school property. No one under eighteen years of age may deliver such devices, nor may anyone eighteen years or older deliver a spray device to anyone under fourteen or to anyone between fourteen and eighteen who does not have parental permission.

Students who violate this policy are subject to district discipline policies, including the due process provisions regarding notification of parents. Students who violate the firearms provisions are subject to a minimum one calendar year expulsion, with possible case-by-case modification by the superintendent. The district shall also comply with federal protections for disabled students in the application of this policy.

Spray devices may not be used other than in self-defense as defined by state law. Possession, transmission or use of personal protection spray devices under any other circumstances is a violation of district policy.

School officials shall notify the appropriate law enforcement agency of known or suspected violations of this policy. Students who violate this policy shall be subject to discipline, including a one-year expulsion for a violation involving a firearm.

22. Sexual Harassment – WVSD Board Policy 3207, 6590

Sexual harassment is sometimes hard to talk about because it’s a sensitive topic and can be a serious problem for both adults and students. Our school considers sexual harassment a serious offense, and it is subject to a range of disciplinary actions, including warning, suspension and expulsion.

Sexual harassment is unwanted sexual attention, usually in the form of repeated verbal or physical sexual advances, sexually implicit or derogatory statements, or discriminatory remarks made by someone in your school, any one of which causes you discomfort or interferes with your academic performance or creates an hostile/offensive environment.

Any victim of sexual harassment should immediately report the offense to a teacher, counselor or other staff member. Keep in mind that all inquiries are handled discreetly and held in confidence. Staff members will work with the student to stop the offensive behavior.

23. Pesticide Notification - WVSD Board Policy 6895

Pesticide Notification, Posting And Record Keeping Requirements

The District shall comply with all legal requirements for record keeping regarding the application of pesticides to school grounds or school facilities. This includes creation of an annual summary report of pesticide usage and compliance with state department of agriculture rules regarding record keeping. Such records will be available on request by interested persons under the state Public Records Act and other laws.

Procedure 6895 shall be printed and distributed annually in employee handbooks and student handbooks to employees, students and parents at the start of the school year or when an employee begins work or a student enrolls.

At least 48 hours before the application of a pesticide to school facilities or school grounds, the District shall notify parents and staff of the planned application in writing, including the heading, “Notice: Pesticide Application.” This notice shall be posted in a prominent place in the building office in addition to being provided to parents and staff. This pre-notification is not required if the school grounds or facilities will not be occupied by students for two days following the application of the pesticide. If the application is not made within 48 hours of the notification, an-other notification shall be made prior to the application. This pre-notification is not required in the case of any emergency application of pesticides to a school facility, such as an application to control stinging pests, but full notification shall be made as soon as possible after the application.

Following the application of a pesticide to school facilities (structures and vehicles) a sign shall be posted at the location of the application. The notice shall be at least 8.5 x 11 inches in size, shall include the heading, “Notice: Pesticide Application,” and shall state the product name; date, time and specific location of the application; the pest for which the application was made; and a contact name and telephone number. The notice shall remain posted for Following the application of a pesticide to school grounds notice shall be posted at the location of the application and at each primary point of entry to the grounds. The notice shall be at least 4 x 5 inches in size and state that the landscape recently has been treated with a pesticide and pro-vide a contact name and telephone number. The notice shall remain posted for 24 hours, or longer if required by the label of the pesticide.

These notices are not required for the application of anti-microbial pesticides (substances used to sanitize or disinfect for microbial pests: viruses, bacteria, algae and protozoa). These notices are not required for the placement of insect or rodent bait that are not accessible to children.

For outside playground, grass areas, and athletic fields the District will normally use Round-up (ground killer), Turflan, Horsepower, and Weedar (broad leaf), Casaron and Surflan (Pre-emergent), and Scyth (burns lines into the athletic fields). For insects, the name brands may change, but the use of some kind-of sprays for insect will be used. Presently, the District is using Fast Kill III (roach and ant killer), Flying Insect

Killer (Flies, mosquitoes, cockroaches, beetles, etc.), and Jet Force II (wasp and hornet)

Revised: 08.12.03

24. Notification of Due Process to Parents - WVSD Board

Policy 3200

DUE PROCESS: No pupil shall be deprived of educational opportunity by the school district without due process of law. These include rights of appeal.

It is the goal of the West Valley School District to effectively handle complaints and concerns on the part of students, staff, parents, and patrons. To that end, we believe that these issues are best resolved at the classroom, building, or departmental level. If the problem is not resolved at this level, then a written statement that describes the complaint or concern and a possible solution may be filed with the District Office. If still unresolved after meeting with the Superintendent or his/her designee, the matter may be brought before the Board of Directors.

• Rules about Student Conduct and Consequences -

WVSD Board Policy 3240, 3241

BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

PHILOSOPHY:

The goal of any intervention should be to assist students in developing self-discipline. We believe students can change behavior and it is the staffs’ job to assist them in resolving problems. Our goal is to help students correct their unacceptable behavior so that they may become productive, happy, healthy, contributing members of our school community. Though the consequences for unacceptable behavior are outlined below, administrators and staff will use best judgment based on available objective data when dealing with individual students.

Examples of UNACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOR :

• Disruption of Learning/Not prepared for class
• Verbal or Written Profanity/Obscene Gesture
• Intimate Displays of Affection
• Failure to Follow Classroom, Playground, and/or Cafeteria Rules
• Unsafe Behavior/pulling out chairs/rubber bands/running in hallways/spit wads/snowballs
• Being in Unauthorized Areas
• Forgery
• Defiance/Insubordinate/Disrespectful
• Intentional Misuse of School Equipment, Supplies, Facilities and Others’ Personal Property
• Gambling
• Gum Chewing
• Tardies/Truancies
• Failure to Pursue Academic Achievement

CONSEQUENCES May Include:

• Verbal Warning, Review Expectations
• Problem Solving Worksheet
• Change in Seating Arrangement
• Note or Phone Call Home
• In Classroom Time Out
• Loss of Recesses/Privileges
• Referral sent home for parent signature/Phone call
• Referral to an Administrator
• Referral to a Counselor

1st Referral to office : Progressive Discipline

Referral to an Administrator/Verbal Warning

Parent contacted or signature on returned referral form

Successive Referrals:

Administrator will follow progressive discipline process which may include out of school suspension.

OUT-OF-DISTRICT STUDENTS: Exceptional Misconduct may result in withdrawal of permission to attend the West Valley School District.

Examples of EXCEPTIONAL MISCONDUCT:

These behaviors are examples that will result in a direct referral to the office:

• Continued Office Referrals (4 or more)
• Fighting
• Threatening/Physical or Verbal Assault
• Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying
• Arson/Possession of Lighter

24 hours, or longer if required by the label of the pesticide.

• Indecent Photos/Language/Exposure
• Trespassing
• Leaving School Grounds without Permission
• Possession or use of weapons or firearms (see policy)
• Possession or use of nuisance items--Nuisance: anything that causes injury, harm or annoyance to the educational process.
• Gang related behavior
• False Alarm or bomb threats/Prank 911 Call
• Theft/Vandalism
• Extortion
• Possession of unauthorized medication/drugs/alcohol/tobacco

CONSEQUENCES May Include:

• Problem Solving
• Parent Notification
• Loss of Recesses/Privileges
• After School Detention
• In School Suspension
• Short Term Out of School Suspension/Emergency Expulsion
• Long Term Out of School Suspension
• Expulsion

The proper authorities will be called in cases of arson, possession of alcohol or other drugs, weapons, assault or any other behavior which is considered a danger to self or others and, at the discretion of the administrator, may result in a long term suspension or expulsion from school.

DISRUPTIVE ITEMS

PAGERS, CELL PHONES, LAZER POINTERS, ANY ELECTRONIC DEVICE, GAMEBOYS, CD PLAYERS, MP3’s, IPODS, RUBBERBANDS, SHOOTERS, COLLECTOR OR PLAYING CARDS, FINGER BOARDS, ROLLER SHOES, SKATEBOARDS, TOYS, ETC., are not allowed at school. These items are a disruption to the educational process and will be taken.

West Valley Schools are not responsible for such as these lost or stolen items. REPEATED DISRUPTION WITH THESE TYPES OF ITEMS WILL RESULT IN DISCIPLINARY ACTION.

Flowers/balloons delivered to school will be given to students at the end of the day. They ARE NOT ALLOWED ON BUSSES.

PHILOSOPHY OF DISCIPLINE AND MOTIVATION

SCHOOL RULES

We want Wide Hollow Elementary School to be a safe place for our students to learn and also a place where they continue to develop and practice acceptable behavior. To this end, we have developed a Responsibility and Discipline Plan. Within this plan are the following student behavioral guidelines:

Responsibility One: Treat people and property with respect.

Everyone must know that Wide Hollow Elementary is a safe and supportive place. Any behavior that could hurt someone will not be allowed. Examples of respecting property include taking care of our school, play-equipment, the personal property of classmates and staff, and returning lost items to the lost and found.

Responsibility Two: Be responsible and act safely.

All through your life you must decide how you will act. Therefore, we expect you to do what is right whether anyone is watching you or not. This is called “being responsible.” It isn’t always easy to make responsible and safe choices, especially if someone else is not being responsible or safe. It is important for you to remember that you are in charge of yourself. You can do what is right and safe.

Responsibility Three: Cooperate with others.

Cooperation includes being polite, treating people with respect, accepting differences between people, dealing with disagreements through STP (Stop, Think, Plan), and encouraging others to do their best.

Responsibility Four: Always try to do your best.

The best way to learn something new is to practice until you can do it. If someone is unwilling to try, they cannot practice. When you first try to do something it is often difficult, but if you keep trying, it gets easier and easier. When you do a job or an assignment, do your very best. While you are working on something, ask yourself, “Is this the best I can do?” If you give a job your best, you learn more and feel more responsible than if you make mistakes. Your teacher can help you learn from your mistakes. The adults at Wide Hollow Elementary will help you achieve success at school. We will do this by helping you solve problems and by protecting your right to learn. We look forward to a good year, and are happy to have an opportunity to work with you. Enjoy a good year!

GUIDELINES FOR STUDENTS

IN THE CLASSROOM : Students are expected to follow the teacher’s classroom rules. When the student is in another class such as PE or Music, the student will follow the rules of the PE or music teacher. Since every adult teaches slightly differently, each teacher will communicate precisely how students are expected to behave in each activity. Consequences for misbehavior in the classroom are at the discretion of the teacher. When students are trying their best, the teacher will acknowledge their efforts.

Every staff person in the school is an equal and contributing part of the discipline policy and procedures. Students are expected to comply with reasonable requests made by any staff member, including aides, secretaries, custodians, bus drivers, and other employees.

IN THE HALLS, ON THE PLAYGROUND, ON BUSES : Students will respect the physical safety and the emotional security of themselves and others. Therefore, no students will be allowed to run in the halls, use playground equipment inappropriately, or engage in cruel teasing. Specific guidelines and consequences for halls, playground, and buses are attached.

OTHER WEAPONS

Weapons include but are not limited to the following:

• knives and other pointed objects (cutting or stabbing instruments with a sharp blade set in a handle)
• slingshots
• clubs
• metal knuckles
• any device consisting of two or more lengths of wood, metal, plastic, or similar substance connected with wire, rope, or other means
• air guns/pistols, rifles
• devices designed to propel a BB, pellet, rock, or other projectile

Consequences for possession of weapons include suspension and/or expulsion from school. Parents and juvenile authorities may be notified of criminal acts. Due process requires that parents/guardians be informed when suspension or expulsion occurs. Appropriate reasons with documentation are conveyed to the parent and student. Grievance/appeal procedures are provided and explained.

26. Playground Behavior

PLAYGROUND RULES

1. Primary Grades (K-2) will use southeast portion of the outside play area. Intermediate grades (3-5) will use the northwest portion of the outside play area.

• Students will keep hands, feet and objects to themselves. Throwing of rocks, sticks or other objects is not acceptable.
• Students will show respect for others and follow instructions given by staff.
• Students will play in a safe and courteous manner. Tackle football, hard ball, twisting in swings, bailing out of swings, underdoggies, snowballing, and king of the mountain are some examples of unacceptable play.
• Students will play in designated areas as assigned. The fences, parking lots, and streets are off limits.
• Students will stay outside during recesses and noon unless they have a pass or are under the direct supervision of an adult. The front courtyard and all parking lots are off limits during recesses.
• During recesses all students will use the restroom in B-wing.
• There will be no food/drink/gum/candy on the playground.
• Students will not slide on icy areas, run through sprinklers, or stand under the rain gutters.
• Students are to stop what they are doing when the bells ring and return to class promptly.
• Students will show pride in their school by keeping the building and grounds free of litter.
• Students will leave knives, guns, and other unsafe objects at home. Radios, tape players, hardballs and skateboards should also be left at home.
• Slides are to be used by only one student at a time, facing forward in a sitting position.

• Swings are to be used by one person at a time. Climbing on swing structures, twisting, and bailing out are not acceptable. A student may be counted off the swing after 25 (K-2) or 50 (3-5) full counts.
• Once a student has arrived at school, he/she will not leave the playground boundaries for any reason without a note signed by his/her parents and/or teacher or principal. The note must be shown to the person on duty, their teacher, or the principal. The student must check out through the office.
• Students who ride their bicycles to school must park them when they arrive to school and leave them until they go home. Bikes must be walked (not ridden) while on school grounds.

14. Students will settle differences peacefully. Stop/Think/Plan (STP)

27. Homework Policy - WVSD Board Policy 2422

The Board believes that homework is a constructive tool in the teaching/learning process when geared to the needs and abilities of students. Purposeful assignments not only enhance student achievement but also develop self-discipline and associated good working habits. As an extension of the classroom, homework must be planned and organized; must be viewed as purposeful to the students; and must be evaluated and returned to students in a timely manner.

Homework may be assigned for one or more of the following purposes:

• Practice --- to help students to master specific skills which have been presented in

class;

B. Preparation --- to help students gain the maximum benefits from future lessons;

C. Extension --- to provide students with opportunities to transfer specific skills or

concepts to new situations; and

D. Creativity --- to require students to integrate many skills and concepts in order to

produce original responses.

The purposes of homework assignments, the basis for evaluating the work performed and the guidelines and/or rules should be made clear to the student at the time of the assignment.

The school principal shall establish guidelines which clarify the nature and the use of homework assignments to improve school achievement.

Responsibility & Discipline FORMS

We use the “Parent Notification form” when students do not follow the school rules. Any Wide Hollow staff person can complete a parent notification. The top copy (white) goes home with the student to be signed by the parent and returned to school the next day. The middle copy (yellow) is to be kept by the homeroom teacher. These will help the teacher to remember which students need to bring back their copy, signed by a parent. The bottom portion (pink) is given to the principal Mr. Faletto. He will keep a record of all parent notifications received by students. If a student does not return the parent notification, he/she spends all recesses in the office. If this continues for more than three (3) days the student will be reissued another Parent Notification form for failure to have it signed. If a student receives three behaviorally-related parent notifications in four consecutive weeks, the student will serve two days of after-school detention.

We also use parent notifications to inform parents that students have late or missing schoolwork or have not brought their tennis shoes for physical education class. We expect these parent notifications to be signed/returned the next day also -- if not, the student has no recess until the parent notifications are returned. With “schoolwork-related” parent notifications, if a student gets three of these in five school days, it’s two days of after school detention.

Mrs. Carey, the P.E. teacher, keeps track of parent notifications for failure to bring tennis shoes for physical education class. If a student gets three of these during a grading period -- it means two days of after school detention.

We separate the behavior-related and schoolwork related parent notifications. A student will not be up for detention if they get a combination of late/missing assignments and behavior parent notifications.

Principal Referral Form. This form is used by our principal Mr. Faletto to formally notify parents that the student is in need of detention or some other form of discipline. The principal will call parents/guardians in regards to the situation. If the parent cannot be reached, the student will take a letter home with the referral form.

Cub Spirit Awards. These can be filled out by any Wide Hollow staff member and are for “catching someone doing something especially good”. Again, the white copy goes home, the teacher keeps the yellow copy, and the pink copy goes to Mr. Faletto.

Wide Hollow Elementary

Parent Notification

Name____________________________________________ Date_______________

Class/Teacher________________________________________ Time________________

Location:

Classroom_____Playground_____Library_____ Music______ P.E._____ Hall ______Other ____

Behavior:

Disrespect_____ Language_____ Fighting_____ Defiance_____ Persistent Arguing_____

Consistently Late_____ Other _____ Won’t go / stay where directed_____

Missing/Inc. Assignments_____

Comment: _____________________________________________________

Supervisor: _____________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Signature: _________________________________________

please sign and return

_______Parent/Guardian discussed with child

White – parent------ Yellow – Teacher------- Pink - principal

Student Referral to the Office Form/Pass

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• Student _________________________________ Grade ______________ Date _______
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• Sending Teacher __________________________________________________________
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• ________ May use the telephone
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• ________ Use the health Room: _____ Ice Pack ____ Temperature _____ Band-Aids
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• ________ Other: _________________________________________________________
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• ________ TIME-OUT:
• ( ) Wait for teacher until ____________
• (Parent contact at discretion of teacher when under 30 minutes.)
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• ( ) Write a Time-Out Plan
• Prearranged with Time-Out Supervisor
• (Parent contact at discretion of teacher when under 30 minutes.)
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• ( ) Implement Time-Out Consequence as written into student’s behavior
• plan
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• Time Sent _______________ Time to Return _______________
• (maximum of 30 minutes unless parent is notified)
• Signature __________________________________________________________
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• For Office Personnel:
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• Time student arrived: ___________ Time student left ___________
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• Signature __________________________________________________________

• Principal Referral Form
• Student ___________________________________ Grade __________ Date _________
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• Sending Teacher __________________________________________________________
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• Reason for Referral:
• ( ) Danger to Self or Others ( ) Too Many Parent Notifications
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• ( ) Illegal Act or Items ( ) Parent Notification Not Returned Within
• Five (3) Days
• ( ) Insubordinate
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• Situation: _______________________________________________________________
• ________________________________________________________________________
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• ________________________________________________________________________
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• Previous Interventions: ____________________________________________________
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• ________________________________________________________________________
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• ________________________________________________________________________
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• ************************************************************************
• Follow-Up Action: _______________________________________________________
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• ________________________________________________________________________
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• ________________________________________________________________________
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• Action taken by: ____________________________________ Date ________________
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• Parent contacted by: ______________________________________________________
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• Parent Name ______________________________________ Phone ________________
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• Send/take this form to the office with the student. A copy of this with the follow-up action will be placed in your box the same day as referral.
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• Whet Copy-Parent Yellow Copy-Teacher Pink Copy-Principal 

28. Anti-Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment - WVSD

Board Policy 3207

WideHollowElementary School is committed to a safe and civil educational environment for all students, employees, volunteers and patrons, free from harassment, intimidation, or bullying.

RCW 28A.300.285 (2) "Harassment, intimidation, or bullying" means any intentional written, verbal, or physical act, including but not limited to one shown to be motivated by any characteristic in RCW 9A.36.080 or other distinguishing characteristics, when the intentional written, verbal, or physical act: (a) Physically harms a student or damages the student's property; or (b) Has the effect of substantially interfering with a student's education; or (c) Is so severe, persistent, or pervasive that it creates an intimidating or threatening educational environment; or (d) Has the effect of substantially disrupting the orderly operation of the school. Nothing in this section requires the affected student to actually possess a characteristic that is a basis for the harassment, intimidation, or bullying.

To report an incident of harassment, intimidation, or bullying, contact the school principal.

29. Child Abuse Reporting - WVSD Board

Policy 3421

State law requires that staff members report matters of child abuse and neglect. Those who in good faith report suspected child abuse or neglect shall be immune from criminal and civil liability. It is a misdemeanor for a staff member to knowingly fail to report child abuse and/or neglect.

• Closed Campus - WVSD Board

Policy 3242

Wide Hollow Elementary Schoolis a closed-campus school, which means that once you have entered school property, you may not leave the campus during the school day without the permission of the administration. You must stay on the school grounds from the time you arrive until dismissal or until you are picked up by your parents.

• Parent Conferences

teacher and/or the principal at any time during the school year to discuss a particular concern. Parents, please contact the teacher if you cannot make your scheduled conference.

• Internet Acceptable Use Policy - WVSD Board Policy

2022

Access to the Internet and other district network resources provides great educational opportunity for students. However, this opportunity must be balanced with responsibility and awareness on the part of the student. Student behavior on the Internet should be to the same high standards expected for any other school activity. The content of work on the district’s network is open to examination by network administrators. Although one might feel “anonymous” on the Internet, one’s activities can be monitored and tracked by others. In order to access the Internet, a student must have a signed Internet Use Parent Permission Form (2022F) on file. Students who abuse their Internet privileges may lose such privileges.

• Emergency School Closure Information

When weather conditions are extreme, please listen to one of the following radio stations or watch one of the following T.V. stations to find out if schools are operating. DO NOT call stations for closure information.

RADIO /TELEVISION

KIT 1280 AM----- KATS 94.5 -----KNDO CH 23

KMWX 1460AM----- KFFM 107.3----- FM KIMA CH 29

KBBO 1390AM----- KXDD 104 FM -----KAPP CH 35

KYXE 1020 AM----- KQSN 930 AM

KHAK 980 AM----- KRSE 105.7 FM

• Insurance

Schools do not provide insurance to cover students in the event of injury. If your child(ren) are not covered by a health insurance program, you may want to consider the student insurance program selected by the district to provide affordable coverage options. If you decide to enroll your child in this program, please make payment and send correspondence to the provider and NOT to the school. We are not selling the insurance.

• Lost and Found

Clothing and other items are frequently found on the school grounds. It is difficult to identify the owner if the items are not properly marked. Please label your child’s clothing and items. We discourage students from bringing personal items (toys, game systems, IPODS, MP3 players, etc.) to school. The school cannot be responsible for the loss or damage to students’ personal items. Check the lost and found bin outside the office for lost items.

• Kindergarten Registration

To attend kindergarten, a child must be five years of age by September 1. An official birth certificate and up-to-date immunization records are required. Students who transfer from another district during the school year may register for school one day and begin classes the next.

• Fines and Fees - WVSD Board Policy 3520

Elementary – Students must demonstrate care and respect for both personal and school property. Fees and fines will be charged to replace or repair library books, textbooks, musical instruments, magazines, or any other lost or damaged items. Student progress reports will be held until payment is received.

• School Patrol

The purpose of the school patrol at Wide Hollow Elementary Schoolis to assist members of the student body to and from school at designated crossings. These crossings have been determined to be the safe walking routes to and from this school. In addition, the safety patrol strives to provide a model to foster the development and use of good safety habits by the entire student body at Wide Hollow Elementary School. Please encourage your child to cooperate with the School Patrol. Their job is to help keep your child safe. Being uncooperative, non-compliant, or disrespectful toward school patrols will result in a school disciplinary action.

PATROL SCHEDULE AND DESIGNATED CROSSINGS:

SCHOOL PATROL

Safety patrol persons will be stationed at the following crosswalks during these times:

Morning Patrol 8:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.

Afternoon Patrol 3:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.

Crosswalks:

72nd and Nob Hill Blvd.

Nob Hill Blvd. & Dairy Queen

72nd Avenue & Midvale ( north/south only)

Library Information

MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of the Wide Hollow Elementary School Library (and the library staff) is to provide a setting in which lifelong learning is encouraged through the offering of a broad range of current materials that complements and enhances the curriculum. For students and staff the atmosphere of this library will not only provide the latest in technological opportunities but will also instill the love of literature and learning. Newspapers, videos, audio CD-ROMs, computers with internet access, and a variety of books and magazines for research and pleasure reading are available in the library. Internet permission slips are required.

STUDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO USE THEIR LIBRARY. Books, magazines, and computers are available for you. The librarian and/or library para-pro, is always available to assist you.

• Progress Reporting

Wide Hollow Elementary School issues progress reports on a regular basis as a means of evaluating student performance and to determine changes that might be made to help to improve student performance.

PROGRESS REPORTS will be issued at the end of each trimester during the school year, within two weeks after the end of the trimester. The final report in June will be mailed to your home.

Parents/students will be notified via newsletter regarding the release date of progress reports.

• Student Records

Student records containing academic and testing information on each student are kept in Wide Hollow Elementary School’s Office and move with the student from elementary school, to the middle school, to the junior high, and to the high school as student’s progress through the system. The records are available to school personnel on a need-to-know basis. The records are also available for inspection by students and/or parents/guardians by appointment during regular school hours. It is important that we have an up-to-date address.

• Desks/Cubbies (Search & Seizure)

Each student at Wide Hollow Elementary School is assigned a desk and/or cubby for the storage of books and personal belongings. Given that school desks and cubbies are the property of the school district, the school may conduct searches of school property assigned to a specific student and seize items in his/her desk and/or cubby. Student personal searches will be conducted in accordance with Washington State Law and adopted School District Policy.

The school does not assume responsibility for lost or stolen items

• Field Trips - WVSD Board Policy 2320

The Board recognizes that field trips when used as a device for teaching and learning integral to the curriculum are an educationally sound and important ingredient in the instructional program of the schools.

Such trips can supplement and enrich classroom procedures by providing learning experiences in an environment beyond the classroom. Field trips which take students out of the state or are planned to keep students out of the district overnight must be approved in advance by the Board. Outdoor education resident school plans shall be presented to the Board for annual approval. The Superintendent has the authority to approve all other field trips.

The Superintendent shall develop procedures for the operation of a field trip or an outdoor education activity which shall insure that the safety of the student shall be protected and that parent permission is obtained before the student leaves the school. Each field trip must be integrated with the curriculum and coordinated with classroom activities which enhance its usefulness. Private vehicles may be used to transport students if approval is obtained in advance from the principal.

No staff member may solicit students for any privately arranged field trip or excursion without Board permission.

• Parental Notification of Professional Qualifications

  In accordance with ESEA 1111(h)(2), parent/guardians may request information regarding the professional qualifications of their student's classroom teacher and paraprofessionals. In accordance with RCW 28A.320 and RCW 42.17, parent/guardians may request public records regarding school employee discipline.