RAYMOND CENTRAL ELEMENTARY STAFF 2008-2009

Mr. Paul Hull-Specialist Degree in Education-Superintendent

Mrs Shelly Dostal; BS*, MA, Elementary Principal- Valparaiso

Mr. Dan Ingwersen, BS, MA, Admin. Guid.-Elementary Principal-Ceresco

Cathy Burklund-BS, MA Specialist-Special Education Director

VALPARAISO CERESCO POSITION/TITLE

Kendra Carlson; Heather Bohac; BA,*Mild/Mod HDCP, Kindergarten

BA,MA, Reading/Early Childhood MA, Early Childhood

Casey Prindle; BA* Roberta Rager, BA* Kindergarten

Cindy Peterson; BA* Janell Protiva; BS* 1^st Grade

Social Science 7-12

Mary Kelly; BS, MA* Kim Hudson; BS*, MA* 2^nd Grade

Nicole Farr, BS* 2/3 Combination

Alice Pecka; BS* Diane Ahlstrand; (K-8)BA, MA,* 3^rd Grade

(K-12) Mild/Mod HDCP

Jaye Crouse BS*, MA; Deb Cook; BS, MA* 4^thGrade

Erin Gravatt, BA* 4/5 Combination

Kathryn Hayward; BS, MA* Tracey Kastl-Jacobs; 5^th Grade

BS,MA*Mild/Mod HDCP

Mr. Steven Rose; BS Reading/Math Support

Tina Johnson; BS 6^th Grade

Barbara Schiefen; BA* 6^th Grade

Judy Crockett; BA* Library/Title I /Support Math

Kris White; BS, MA* Guidance Library

Shelly Hlavaty; BS, MA*, Reading, ESL Reading Spec., Title I Reading

Lori Maxwell; BA*Mild/Mod HDCP McKenzie FlanaganBS *Mild/Mod HDCP K-9 Resource

Crystal Haecker; BS* Pathways

Carol Masek;BS,MA*Speech Path. Carol Masek;BS,MA*Speech Path. Speech

Kris White; BS, MA* Guidance Dan Ingwersen Guidance Counselor

BS History; PE 7-12

Georgia Johnson Georgia Johnson Art

BA, BFA, MFA, Art BA, BFA, MFA, Art

Mr. Steven Rose; BS Georgia Johnson Computer

BA, BFA, MFA, Art

Jennifer Danner; BA, MA Jennifer Danner; BA, MA Music-Instrumental

(5th/6th)

Coleen Lovitt;BA,MA-PE Coleen Lovitt;BA,MA-PE P.E.

Rebecca Jamison; BM Rebecca Jamison; BM Music

Jo Ann Lopez Jean Danley Secretary

Sonya Matulka David Christensen Custodian

Ron States Asst. Custodian

Diane Matulka Robin Ethridge Head Cook

Lisa Pecka Teri Anderson Cook

Deb Brooks, Cindy Kaiser Paraprofessional

Yvonne Brenner, Brad Breitkruetz, Matt Smith Paraprofessional

Michelle Crouse Diane Blazek Donna Hermance Library-Para

*Elementary Education Endorsed

RAYMOND CENTRAL STRATEGIC PLAN AND SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT

Raymond Central has completed the development of a strategic plan. With the assistance of community, staff, and administration, the Planning Task Force established a school MISSION and accompanying VALUES. These are noted on the top of the principal's letter at the front of this handbook. School Improvement plans are currently in place.

STAFF QUALIFICATIONS

The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 gives parents the right to get information about the professional qualifications of their child's classroom teachers. If you have any questions regarding the qualifications of your child's teacher(s) or paraprofessional(s) working with your child, please contact your building administrator.

THE ORGANIZATION OF INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES

Board Policy 2.1 - Purpose of the Public Schools

A. The purpose of the Raymond Central Public Schools is to develop individual students who, in

a world of tremendous scientific progress, can reflect basic training in desirable moral, ethical,

and spiritual beliefs as well as the more academic preparations which help to complete the

image of a competent individual who is prepared to assume a role in structuring the future of

our community and nation.

Although all children will not learn all things equally well, we recognize that all children should

have an equal opportunity in the pursuit of educational qualifications for the world ahead.

Recognizing the uniqueness of each student, the Raymond Central Public Schools will attempt

to balance the curriculum to provide for the varied interests and talents of all students. The

school accepts the premise that the center of the school curriculum is the child and that the

instructional program should be designed to fit each and every child's unique needs.

The education of children is a comprehensive program, which must be undertaken in

cooperation with other services and institutions within society and the local community. The

Raymond Central Public Schools will seek to establish and maintain strong ties with parents,

patrons, the business community, and other community institutions.

B. It shall be the responsibility of the administrative staff periodically to prepare formal statements

defining and implementing the basic purposes of the schools as stated above. These

statements shall be the basis for determining the content of the curriculum, the methods of

instruction, and the means for evaluating the effectiveness of both.

RAYMOND CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS INDEX

Index.................................................................................................................................. 1 - 2

The School Day.................................................................................................................... 3

Arrival................................................................................................................................... 3

Bus Loading Zones............................................................................................................. 3

Absent/Tardy........................................................................................................................ 3-4

Homework/Grading Policy................................................................................................. 4

Testing Procedures............................................................................................................. 4

Records and Grading……………………………………………………………………………. 4

Student Academic and Discipline Records…………………………………………………… 4

Student Progress/Grading-Academic…………………………………………………………. 4

Pupil Progress..................................................................................................................... 5

Parent-Teacher Conferences............................................................................................. 5

Student-Parent-Teacher Conferences.............................................................................. 5

Report Cards/Portfolios...................................................................................................... 5

Newsletters and Bulletins................................................................................................... 5

Textbooks/Library Books/Computer................................................................................. 5

School Organization........................................................................................................ 5 - 6

Title I Reading.................................................................................................................... 6

Support Math...................................................................................................................... 6

Resource Program.......................................................................................................…... 6

Speech Therapy.............................................................................................................… 6

Psychological Services..............................................................................................…... 6

School Counselor........................................................................................................…... 6

Gifted Program.................................................................................................................. 6

School Breakfast................................................................................................................. 6

School Lunch...................................................................................................................….. 7

School Entrance and Registration.............................................................................…….. 7

Kindergarten...................................................................................................................... 7

New Pupils (Other than Kindergarten............................................................................... 7

Change of Address........................................................................................................... 7

Students Moving From the District.................................................................................... 7

Visitors................................................................................................................................ 7

Parents.............................................................................................................................. 7

Friends and Relatives...............................................................................................…..... 8

Pets................................................................................................................................... 8

Dress and Personal Appearance.............................................................................…. …. 8

Recess................................................................................................................................. 9

Cold Weather..................................................................................................….................. 9

Correlated School Activities.............................................................................................. 9

Field Trips.......................................................................................................................... 9

Community Resources...................................................................................................... 9

Celebrations/Parties.......................................................................................................... 9

Out-of-School Parties........................................................................................................ 9

Lost and Found.................................................................................................................. 9

Fund Raising....................................................................................................................... 9

Student Fees………………………………………………………………………………………. 10

Health..........................................................................................................................……. 11-12

Immunizations.............................................................................................................….. 11

Physical Examinations...............................................................................................…... 11

Communicable Diseases...........................................................................................…... 11-12

Illness at School............................................................................................................... 12

Emergency Number......................................................................................................... 12

Medicines......................................................................................................................… 12

Medical/Dental Screening…………………………………………………………………….. 12

Safety........................................................................................................................……. 12-14

Transportation.................................................................................................................. 12

Parent Initiated Changes in Bus................................................................................…... 13

Going To and From School......................................................................................…..... 13

Fire and Tornado.....................................................................................................…...... 14

Inclement Weather............................................................................................................ 14

Student Responsibilities and Rights.......................................................................…….. 14-22

Affirmative Action………………………………………………………………………………… 14

Discipline..................................................................................................................…….. 14-15

Discipline Philosophy..................................................................................................…... 15

Discipline Plans........................................................................................................…….. 15

Student Discipline: Suspension and Expulsion....................................................………. 15-22

Police Interview.................................................................................................................. 22

Drug-Free Schools.................................................................................................….......... 22-23

"Standards of Conduct” ..........................................................................................…....... 23

Tobacco/Alcohol and Other Drugs...........................................................................…. 23-24

Locker, Property, and Desk Searches.......................................................................….... 24

Some Final Statements and Definitions...................................................................…….. 24

Parent Involvement Policy..............................................................................………... 24

Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)..........................................................................….... 25

Computer/Technology Release Forms.....................................................................….... 25

Disclaimer………………………………………………………………………………………….. 25

RAYMOND CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

THE SCHOOL DAY

Ceresco

Kindergarten 8:25 a.m. to 11:10 a.m. 11:55 a.m. to 3:20 p.m.

Grades 1-3 8:25 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. 12:10 p.m. to 3:20 p.m.

Grades 4-5 8:25 a.m. to 11:40 a.m. 12:30 p.m. to 3:20 p.m.

Valparaiso

Kindergarten 8:15 a.m. to 11:10 a.m. 11:50 a.m. to 3:10 p.m.

Grades 1-3 8:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. 12:10 p.m. to 3:10 p.m.

Grades 4-6 8:15 a.m. to 11:40 a.m. 12:30 p.m. to 3:10 p.m.

ARRIVAL

All students should arrive at school no earlier than 8:00 a.m. each day in Valparaiso; 8:15 a.m. in Ceresco. Supervision will not be provided before that time unless required by the district transportation schedules. Upon arrival children should line-up at designated entrances. Students are not to enter the building before the morning bell unless teacher permission is granted, or a student is ill or injured. In the case of inclement weather or severe cold, students do line up inside the building. Teachers will escort students to their classrooms. If students participate in the breakfast program, they will enter upon arrival. Please refer to BUS loading zones and going to and from school for additional information. Parents or visitors should never enter or exit the parking lot while buses are loading or unloading students. It is against the Law to pass a school bus that is stopped to load or unload students.

BUS LOADING ZONES

Ceresco

The bus-loading zone is located along the entire south side of the building. This street is designated as ONE WAY going from East to West then continuing South. Parents bringing students to school or picking them up following dismissal should parallel park along the south and east side next to the curb or use the lot on the north side.

Valparaiso

The bus-loading zone is located on the south side of the school facility. This street is designated as ONE WAY access going west during bus loading times. Parents bringing students to school or picking them up in the evening should park west of the buses. The district discourages the use of the parking lot for this purpose as it can cause a potentially dangerous situation at arrival and dismissal times.

ABSENT/TARDY

If a child is going to be absent from school, parents are expected to call the school between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. explaining the reason the child will be absent. Students who arrive at school within 30 minutes after the start of the school day, due to illness, doctor appointments, serving at funerals, etc., will be counted tardy. Thereafter, they will be counted absent for ½ of a day. Students who leave school less than 30 minutes prior to the end of the school day will be counted tardy. Students who leave school prior to 30 minutes before the final bell will be counted absent ½ of a day.

Nebraska law mandates attendance at school. If absenteeism becomes excessive (more than 5 days per quarter), parents/guardians will be notified in writing. Additional procedures may be implemented. Parents are encouraged to support student attendance on a daily basis. Active learning time that is missed because a student is absent is often impossible to make up.

∙ If student is absent for more than five (5) days in one quarter,

a letter is sent to parents/guardians.

∙ If excessive absenteeism, or 5 truancy days occur notification letters will be sent home and to the county attorney documenting all dates of concern.

∙ Follow state law 79-211 compulsory attendance; non-attendance;

report to attendance officer; remedial services; enforcement.

HOMEWORK/GRADING POLICY

The nature of assignments given to students may necessitate children spending varying amounts of time in home study to complete them. The amount of homework will depend on such things as absences, time of year, course of study, etc. Normally children would not have an assignment that would entail more than an hour's work for elementary students. If school assignments and/or homework are not completed, teachers will contact parents and develop action plans as necessary. A new homework and grading policy is currently under consideration.

TESTING PROCEDURES

Raymond Central Elementary Schools conduct a testing program to assist in the identification of each student's unique abilities and to monitor academic growth. Below is a list of tests given each year:

a. Individual assessments as required.

b. Norm Referenced Achievement Tests - Grades 3, 4, 5 and 6

c. Math Criterion Reference Assessments (CRAs)-Grades K-1; 4-6

d. Language Arts-Criteria Reference Assessments(CRA’s) - Grades K-6

e. Science Assessments - Grades K-6

f. Social Studies assessments will be introduced the 06-07 school year.

g. Dynamic indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills (DIBELS)

Contact the principal or counselor for specific details regarding each type of test/assessment. An assessment/testing matrix is available for any parent requesting one. A copy is also available on the school website.

RECORDS AND GRADING

STUDENT ACADEMIC AND DISCIPLINE RECORDS

The Raymond Central Public Schools Board of Education authorizes the school staff to collect, maintain, secure and disseminate information of a personal nature on students and former students in compliance with the provisions of the "Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974" and Nebraska State Statutes.

No staff member, other than the Superintendent or principal, shall release information from a student's personal file and then only when the provisions of state and federal law have been followed. Release of student records to anyone other than professional staff, other schools, parents or guardians shall require a signed release of information.

Student Progress/Grading-Academic

The evaluation of student progress within each subject area shall be primarily the responsibility of the classroom teacher.

Communicating student progress to parents shall be the responsibility of the building administrator and classroom teacher. Written reports of student progress should be sent to parents at the conclusion of each quarter. Additional reporting of student progress is encouraged whenever progress or lack of progress is of an unusual nature.

PUPIL PROGRESS

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Conferences for elementary children will be held a minimum of twice yearly. During these conferences, report cards will be distributed and the student's progress will be discussed. Prior to each conference date, a letter will be sent home stating the day and time of the individual conference. We feel strongly that parent-teacher conferences are vital to the communication and understanding between home and school. All parents are encouraged to attend school-initiated conferences. If questions and/or concerns arise during the school year, please contact your child's teacher and request a conference.

Student-Led-Teacher Conferences

Some teachers may use this conference format. The strength of this format encourages the student to take more responsibility for his/her achievement. Generally a student portfolio will accompany this conference format where specific samples of student work show growth over time.

Report Cards/Portfolios

The report card is only one means of informing parents about their child's development in school. Report cards are distributed at parent-teacher conferences or are sent home with the student. A portfolio is a collection of your child’s work. These collections will be shared with both parents and students. Portfolios and other types of authentic assessments will be used to provide more information about your child's academic progress.

WEBSITE FOR NEWSLETTERS AND BULLETINS

To keep parents informed, newsletters and bulletins will be mailed or sent home with the children, the FYI is also available on the web. We encourage all parents to read the information sent in order to be informed about school events or important announcements. The interest parents show in reading the written communications sent from the school will encourage the students to make a special effort to bring them home. WEBSITE: This communication method will allow you to gain additional information about our K-12 district. Our web address is as follows:

www.rcentral.org

TEXTBOOKS/LIBRARY BOOKS/COMPUTER

The Raymond Central School District provides textbooks and library books. It is the

student's responsibility to properly care for books issued to them. Students will be charged for books lost or damaged. The fine schedule is as follows:

a. Broken binding -- $4.00

b. Broken cover -- $2.00

c. Torn, but repaired page -- $.50

d. Non-removable ink marks -- $.10

e. Lost -- Replacement cost

If damage or loss occurs to computer hardware or software, appropriate fines will be issued.

SCHOOL ORGANIZATION

The Raymond Central Elementary Schools provide educational opportunities for children in grades K-6. The classroom teacher is responsible for instruction in all academic areas. Specialized teachers instruct students in the areas of art, vocal music, instrumental music (grades 5 and 6),

and physical education. Additional programs and personnel are provided for students with special needs. These programs include:

Title I Reading

This program is offered to students in grades 1-3 who have specific needs in the area of reading. The program is designed to help each student gain and retain basic skills in reading. The program targets students in grades 1-3 but also supports students in grades 4-6. Both pullout and inclusion practices are used. The program is federally funded and meets all federal guidelines.

Support Math

This program is offered to students who have specific needs in the area of mathematics. The program is designed to assist students to gain basic skills in math concepts and practices. A variety of instructional models are used - in class (inclusion) and pullout.

Resource Program

The Resource Program is offered to students in grades K-6 who have an identified disability. The students are instructed in a variety of ways. Individual instruction, small group pullout, and inclusion practices are all used.

Speech Therapy

Speech Therapy is offered to students in grades K-6 who need assistance in the area of articulation or language development.

Psychological Services

The psychologist is available through the area ESU to administer appropriate tests to students who are referred and to provide a resource to teachers and parents.

School Counselor

The school counselor is available to students in grades K-6. The counselor provides individual, group, and classroom services to district students.

Gifted Program

In 1994 the Nebraska Legislature passed LB647. It states that beginning in 1997-98 each school shall identify learners with high ability. Raymond Central developed an identification process for district students. We are currently in compliance with the law.

For more information about any of the supportive programs, parents are encouraged to contact the building administrator.

SCHOOL BREAKFAST

Breakfasts are available to elementary students and patrons visiting the school. Information concerning menus and prices will be disseminated to parents at the beginning of the school year. Breakfast cost will be billed to student accounts. We encourage student participation in this program. On late start days, no breakfast will be served.

SCHOOL LUNCH

Lunches are available to students and patrons visiting the school. Students wishing to leave school grounds for lunch may do so with parent permission. Students eating at school may not leave the school grounds without permission of the administration. School meals are available for those who wish to purchase meals on a weekly or monthly basis. Milk may also be purchased. Information concerning lunch and milk prices will be disseminated to parents at the beginning of the school year. Our computerized accounting system informs parents when accounts are low. If a memo comes home noting a low account, please remit additional funds immediately. If an account is not paid, students will be denied participation in the hot lunch program. Upon parental notification, parents should provide a cold lunch for their child/children. Lunchroom rules are reviewed with students. Sharing is not permitted. Parents are discouraged from bringing “fast food” lunches to share with students. If parents/guardians would like to visit school and have lunch with students, please call the school to order lunch on that day.

SCHOOL ENTRANCE AND REGISTRATION

Kindergarten

An orientation meeting will be held each spring for parents who wish to enroll their child in kindergarten in the fall. Letters stating the specific day and time will be sent to parents of pre-kindergartners. All registration and immunization materials will be disseminated at this meeting. The kindergarten program will also be outlined for parents. All students entering kindergarten in Nebraska schools must have reached their 5th birthday before the 15th of October. If a student wishes to enroll early, the student must be tested and qualify under legislative guidelines.

New Pupils (Other than Kindergarten)

Parents of new pupils must complete the enrollment forms, which are available in the building offices. Parents of incoming pupils will be asked to sign a form to permit the school to obtain records from their previous school. Immunization records must be on file prior to student attending school. If a student enrolls from another state, a physical is required prior to enrollment.

Change of Address/email/phone

All changes of address, home phone numbers, emergency phone numbers, and email etc. should be reported to the school office by a written note or a telephone call as soon as they occur.

Students Moving From the District

If you anticipate moving out of the district, please notify your child's teacher and the office as soon as possible. Early notice of an impending move will enable the classroom teacher to assist in making the change smooth both academically and emotionally.

VISITORS

Parents

Parents are welcome and encouraged to visit school at any time. In accordance with state law, we ask that you please check in at the principal's office and sign the Visitor's Log before proceeding to your child's classroom. If possible, we ask that you call in advance to notify us about your intended visit.

Friends and Relatives

School age friends or relatives from out of town may visit school for one day if the visitation will positively coincide with learning activities planned for that day. Arrangements must be made well in advance with the classroom teacher and principal.

Pets

Children must ask permission from the teacher prior to bringing animals to school. The teacher and parent can arrange a time for the visitation. The parent or guardian must accompany pets and remain while the pet is on school grounds.

DRESS AND PERSONAL APPEARANCE

Proper dress is basically a concern of the student and his/her parents, however, within a school setting certain guidelines must be established to insure a proper learning environment. Toward this goal, the following dress guidelines have been established.

1. The health and safety of the individual will not be jeopardized in favor of personal preferences as to appearance and attire.

2. Shoes and shirts are essential items of appropriate school dress.

3. Hats are not to be worn in the classroom.

4. Pictures and/or printed words on clothing that in the view of the administration violate Raymond Central's standards of acceptability will not be permitted.

5. School dress should reflect an attitude of respect and courtesy towards others.

6. Halter tops, tank tops (unless straps are of 2 inch width), fishnet clothing, cut-off shirts and blouses, purchased jeans with intentional holes and fraying are not acceptable. Shorts of a reasonable length may be worn. Biker shorts may be worn if another pair of shorts is worn over them. Chains or gang attire is unacceptable.

7. Personal grooming and appearance that may not be conducive to the educational process of Raymond Central schools will not be allowed. Final decisions on appearance matters will be determined by the building administration.

ELECTRONIC DEVICES

Compact disc players/radios/tape players, DVD players, cell phones, pagers, beepers, game boys, and/or any other electronic devices are not allowed in school during school hours. Cell phones and pagers may be stored in a student’s locker during the school day. They cannot be used or turned-on from the time the student arrives at school until the end of the day. Violators will be sent to the office and dealt with accordingly.

BODY PIERCING

The Administration and Faculty at Raymond Central have determined that it is inappropriate for students to wear tongue adornment or facial body piercing jewelry (excluding ears) during the school day or when students are participating in a school sponsored activity. If a student attends school or a school activity with a tongue or facial piercing, the student will be asked to remove this adornment.

RECESS

Children will be expected to go outdoors for recess periods unless a parental written request stating reasons to the contrary is sent to the classroom teacher. During winter months, either temperatures and/or ground conditions will dictate in or out play. Playground supervisors will use their judgment in deciding in or out play depending upon ground cover, wind-chill, and temperature.

COLD WEATHER

All students will be required to button, zip, or snap coats and tie hoods. Wearing hats and gloves are important when cold temperatures are here. The same rules apply for recesses.

CORRELATED SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

Field Trips

Educational field trips within and outside of the community may be taken by various classes during the school year. A permission slip signed by the parents or guardian is required before a child may go on an excursion. Parents are often asked to accompany classes on trips. It should be noted that preschool children may not attend class field trips. ***SEE POLICY ATTACHMENT K-12 GRADE FIELD TRIP POLICY FOR 2007-2008 IN THE BACK OF THIS HANDBOOK.***

Community Resources

If you have a talent in a special area, a collection, films, filmstrips, videos, or slides of visits to foreign countries or historical areas of the world that might be of interest to class study, the school would appreciate hearing from you.

CELEBRATIONS/PARTIES

Celebrations and/or parties may be held during the year. The times and dates will be arranged before each event. Room parents may be asked to assist with these celebrations.

Out-of-School Parties

Party invitations should not be distributed in the classroom unless the party includes all children in that room. Gifts should not be sent to school unless the above conditions are met.

LOST AND FOUND

Each student should check at the office to recover lost articles or to turn in articles that are found. It is stressed:

1. That you encourage your child to be responsible for personal property.

2. That all articles are labeled.

3. That valuables and money are left at home.

The students are encouraged to take home all personal articles each evening. The school will not be responsible for items left in the building overnight.

FUND RAISING

According to Board Policy (6.19), solicitation of funds from or by students will be restricted at the Raymond Central Public Schools. Students should not approach staff members or other students during school regarding the purchase of any items.

STUDENT FEES

In accordance with LB 1172, The Public Elementary and Secondary Student Fee Authorization Act, which became law in 2002, Raymond Central Elementary Schools will follow and comply with Raymond Central Public Schools District Policy 6.9.1, Student Fees Policy. In summary, the impact of this policy provides for the free instruction in school in accordance with the Nebraska Constitution. Free instruction will be provided for courses, which are required by state law or regulation and to provide the staff, facility, equipment, and materials necessary for such instruction, without charge or fee to the student. ***SEE POLICY NUMBER 6.19 STUDENT FEES ACT POLICY IN THE BACK OF THIS HANDBOOK.***

Personal or Consumable Items

Students have the responsibility to furnish personal or consumable items such as pens, pencils, paper, erasers and notebooks. At the end of each year, teachers publish a supply list for the upcoming year. Fines for damaged and lost property are listed in the student handbook and may be charged as necessary.

Materials Required for Course Projects

Students have the responsibility to furnish or pay the reasonable cost of any materials required for course projects where, upon completion, the project becomes the property of the student. These materials are subject to the District's fee waiver policy.

Students must furnish musical instruments for participation in optional music courses. Use of a musical instrument without charge is available under the District's fee waiver policy.

Extracurricular Activities

The District does not generally charge fees for participation in extracurricular activities. Admission fees may be charged for extracurricular activities and events. There is fee of $15.00 to attend Camp Gretna in sixth grade.

Transportation Costs

Students are responsible for fees established for transportation services to the extent permitted by federal and state laws and regulations.

Summer School and After School Program: BEYOND

Students are responsible for fees required for participation in summer school and the after school program BEYOND. There is fee of $30.00 per person to attend summer school. BEYOND fees are determined on a class to class basis.

Breakfast and Lunch Program

Students shall be responsible for items which students purchase from the District's breakfast and lunch program. The cost of items to be sold to students shall be consistent with applicable federal and state laws and regulation.

Students are also responsible for the cost of food, beverages, and personal or consumable items, which the students purchase from the District or at school, whether from a "school store," vending machine, a booster club, a book order club or the like.

Students may be required to bring money or food for field trip lunches and similar activities.

There is fee of $80.00 per student per year for Kindergarten snack and $35.00 per student per year for 1^st grade milk.

Wavier Policy

The District's policy is to provide fee waivers in accordance with LB 1172. Students who quality for free or reduced-price lunches, shall be provided a fee waiver or be provided the necessary materials or equipment without charge for: (1) participation in extracurricular activities, (2) admission fees and transportation charges for student spectators attending extracurricular activities, (3) materials for course projects, and (4) use of a musical instrument in optional music courses that are not extracurricular activities. Participation in a free or reduced lunch program is not required to qualify for free or reduced-priced waiver policy. The waiver form will be sent home at the beginning of each school year. These waiver forms can also be picked up in the school office.

HEALTH

Immunizations

In 2006, state officials instituted new immunization requirements for Nebraska schools, this amended past school and immunization requirements. The law now states:

1. All students, kindergarten through grade 12, must now furnish

proof of adequate immunization to the school prior to enrollment. This includes transfer students from outside the state, regardless of grade (includes foreign students).

2. Mumps immunization is now required.

3. Other requirements include:

A) 3 or more doses of DTap,DTP, DT or Td vaccine, one given on or after the

fourth birthday

B) 3 or more doses of polio vaccine

C) 2 doses of MMR, given on or after 12 months and separated by at least

one month

D) 3 doses of hepatitis B vaccine

E) 1 dose of varicella or written documentation (including year) of varicella disease from parent, guardian, or health care provider will be accepted.

4. All records must contain the month and year of immunization.

Official immunization cards are available in the office.

5. If for some reason parents are unable to or do not want to supply the

immunization information to the school, a waiver must be signed by the

parents. Waivers are available in the building office.

In 1994 the legislature passed a new law requiring updated immunization cards to be submitted to the school prior to enrollment. Any student who does not comply with the law will not be permitted to attend school until he, she complies, or the parent signs the waiver.

Physical & Vision Examinations

According to Nebraska law prior to the entrance of a child in kindergarten, evidence of a physical and vision examination by a qualified physician must be submitted to the school. This physical and vision exam must have been given within six months prior to the enrollment date.

Students who transfer from out-of-state to any grade in the school must also comply with the physical and vision examination requirements.

A physical and vision examination will not be required of any child whose parent or guardian objects in writing on the grounds that such immunization is contrary to religious tenets of an established church of which he is a member or adherent.

The cost of the physical and vision examination is the responsibility of the parent or guardian of each child who is examined.

Both waiver and physical and vision examination forms are available in the office.

Communicable Diseases

Students showing any symptoms of a contagious disease at school must, by State Statute, be sent home pending a report from the student's personal physician. Fevers, sore throats, coughs, and skin rashes are signals for parents to consider keeping their children home.

After a fever, we encourage parents to keep children home for 24 hours with the absence of a fever.

Lice

Students will be screened for lice as needed. If nits or lice are found the parents will be notified to pick students up from school. Students may reenter school after treatment. You MUST provide evidence of treatment (empty container, box, etc.). A no nit policy has been adopted. County Health Services will be notified of reoccurring cases.