2019-2020

District Goals: Union Public Schools strives to create a safe, positive environment that leads to: l Academic success for all students l Actions based on responsibility, respect, trustworthiness, fairness, caring and citizenship l Expanded opportunities for learning l Excellence for all employees l Enhanced Union pride

TITLE INDEX Mission Statement, District Goals & NCA Accreditation Title Index........... .............................................................................................1 School Procedures Page # Attendance........ ..............................................................................................1 Behavior Expectations......... ..........................................................................1 Crisis Management........ ................................................................................2 Drills/Lockdowns.......................................................................................... 2 Early Arrivals and Early Dismissals............ ................................................3 Field Trips........................................................................................................ 3 Grading Scale.................................................................................................. 3 Homework/Makeup Work When Absent................................................. 3 Immunization Requirements........................................................................ 3 Internet Use..................................................................................................... 3 Leaving the Building/Grounds................................................................... 4 Legal Custody................................................................................................. 4 Lost and Found............................................................................................... 4 Money.............................................................................................................. 4 Parent–Teacher Conferences......................................................................... 4 Parking Lot Safety.......................................................................................... 4 Parties.............................................................................................................. 4 Personal Property........................................................................................... 4 Rights to Education Records & FERPA Statement of Rights................4-5 School Cancellations......................................................................................5 School Programs.............................................................................................5 School Visitors.............................................................................................5-6 Student Withdrawals..................................................................................... 6 Tardiness.......................................................................................................... 6 Telephone........................................................................................................ 6

NCA Accreditation: All Union elementary schools are accredited by the North Central Association. This accreditation is based on the school’s ability and willingness to meet and sustain the preconditions for quality expressed in the precise, objective standards established by the commission on schools. Each school has a committee that establishes goals and objectives for its students. The committees are composed of parents, teachers, administrators, and support personnel. Character Counts: In an effort to encourage the development of moral character in students, Union Public Schools has incorporated Character Counts! developed by the Josephson Institute of Ethics. Since 1996, Union Public Schools has trained teachers, principals and community leaders to incorporate the “Six Pillars of Character” into classroom and extracurricular activities. They are Respect, Responsibility, Caring, Trustworthiness, Fairness, and Citizenship.

School Services/Programs Counseling Services....................................................................................... 6 English Learners Program....................................................... .....................6 Extended Day Program..............................................................................6-8 Food Services.................................................................................................. 8 Gifted/Talented Education........................................................................... 8 Health Services............................................................................................... 9 Vision Services................................................................................................ 9 Multiage/Looping/Single-Grade Classrooms.......................................... 9 PTA................................................................................................................. 10 School Policies.............................................................................................. 10 Special Services............................................................................................. 10

School Hours for 2018-2019: Early Childhood Education Center (3 years old) Monday-Friday: 7:45 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Miscellaneous Bus Information..............................................................................10-15 Board Policies Regarding Students.............................................16-42

Elementary Schools (Grades Pre-K - 5) Monday-Thursday: 7:40 a.m. - 2:25 p.m. Friday: 8:05 a.m. - 2:25 p.m.

School Procedures

Behavior Expectations: Union Public Schools believes that a positive school atmosphere is the responsibility of each individual in the school community. Each school establishes guidelines for behavior expectations, and parents and students are informed of those guidelines by teachers and principals, who can answer any questions regarding behavior expectations or procedures at the school.

Attendance: Daily school attendance is one of the most important indicators of student achievement. Therefore, students are expected to be on time to school every day, for the entire day, unless sick or otherwise excused. Oklahoma State Law requires regular student attendance. See Board Policy #5025 for more information. Mission Statement: Our mission statement is to graduate 100% of our students, college and career ready. 1

Crisis Management: Each elementary school has a crisis management team. The team consists of the principal, counselor, and representatives from the teaching and support staff. Parent representatives may also participate in committee meetings. The team has developed a procedure to meet unforeseen situations that may affect the entire school. Each school has a lockdown procedure to address the possibility of an intruder or other emergency situation which requires students to be restricted in a designated area for their safety. If a disaster or crisis occurs, parents are encouraged not to come to the school or call so the phone lines can remain open for emergency use.

2019-2020 School Calendar

Professional Days............... Aug. 16, 19 & 20, 2019 First Day of School......................... August 21, 2019 Labor Day.................................... September 2, 2019 Parent/Teacher Conf.................... October 16, 2019 End First Quarter.......................... October 16, 2019 Fall Vacation.............................October 17-18, 2019 Professional Day........................ Novemebr 1, 2019 Thanksgiving Vacation.......November 27-29, 2019 End of 1st Semester................... December 20, 2019

Additionally, Union Public Schools has emergency procedure guidelines that are approved by the Board of Education and posted in each classroom. The Emergency Procedures Manual outlines school procedures to be followed during emergency situations. Drills: Fire 1. Each building has its own fire alarm signal and procedure. 2. Students will know and use the proper exit from the building. 3. Students will evacuate the building immediately. 4. Students will not take time to take any articles, books, coats, etc., with them. 5. Students will move away from the building and remain outside until they receive other instructions. 6. Teachers will see that students leave the rooms as quickly as possible in an orderly manner with no running or shoving. 7. Teachers will take their class roster with them and call roll when clear of danger. 8. Students must follow procedures without talking so instructions can be heard.

WINTER VACATION December 23, 2019 - January 3, 2020



Classes Resume............................... January 6, 2020 Professional Day........................... January 13, 2020 Martin Luther King Day.............. January 20, 2020 President's Day............................ February 17, 2020 End Third Quarter...........................March 13, 2020 SPRING VACATION March 16-20, 2020 Parent/Teacher Conferences (all grades)..........................................April 10, 2020 Memorial Day...................................... May 25, 2020 Last Day of Classes..............................June 1, 2020*

Tornado/Disaster 1. Each building has its own tornado alarm signal and procedure. 2. Students will take cover in areas designated by the building principal. 3. Students should kneel or crouch on their knees and elbows, with their head between their knees and their hands clasped over the back of their head. 4. Parents are encouraged not to come to school to pick up children in the event of tornado warnings during school hours. 5. Students must follow procedures without talking so instructions can be heard.

(*Six (6) snow days have been built into the calendar.) PROGRESS REPORT DISTRIBUTION: September & November 2019 February & April 2020 REPORT CARD DISTRIBUTION: October 2019 January, March, & May 2020

Lockdown 1. Each building has its own lockdown signal and procedure. 2. Students must follow procedures without talking so instructions can be heard. 3. Each site will conduct at least two lockdown drills per year. 2

4. Students will have as many days as absent plus one day to complete makeup work. It is the child’s responsibility to make sure the work is turned in to each teacher. If work is not turned in on time, teachers’ late work procedures may be enforced. 5. Homework is the student’s responsibility. Students may share this work with their parents and seek their help when needed. 6. If students cannot do the assigned work, they should check with the teacher the following day. 7. Students should have a definite time and place for doing schoolwork at home. Turn off the TV at this time and the work will go more quickly. 8. All assignments should be carefully and neatly prepared and turned in on schedule. 9. Requests for school work for absent students should be limited to those occasions where students will be absent for more than two days. When a student is absent for one or two days, makeup assignments will be given to the student when he/she returns to school. Requests for assignments for extended absences should be made as early in the day as possible to allow teachers to process the assignments during their planning time so that classes are not interrupted. If the request is made before 9:30 a.m., the assignments can usually be picked up after school. Please call the office to check the status of the request before picking up homework or makeup work. No penalty is given for makeup work as long as it is turned in or made up in the same number of school days the student was absent plus one extra day.

Early Arrivals and Dismissals: 1. Teachers are not responsible for students who arrive before or stay beyond designated school hours. Students in need of before- or after-care supervision at school must be enrolled in EDP. 2. Parents must send a note or call the office when early dismissal is necessary or when someone other than the parent will be picking up and signing out the student. A valid reason must be given for early dismissal. Valid reasons include illness, medical appointments, deaths or funerals, and absences of an emergency nature as determined by the principal. 3. Principals have final approval or disapproval for dismissal. 4. All students must be signed out by a parent/guardian in the office for any early dismissal. 5. Parents may not go directly to the student’s classroom. Field Trips: Union Public Schools recognizes that there are occasions when it would be greatly beneficial to the students to make a trip outside their home school. In view of the large number of classes throughout the district, it is also recognized that it would be a major expense for each of them to take field trips during the school year. Therefore, budget permitting, the following guidelines will apply: 1. District-sponsored trips will be limited to one trip per grade level, per building per year. 2. Trips which are not directly related to career education or the specific classroom subject will not be approved by the principal. 3. All trips must be approved and arranged through building principals and the transportation department subject to the availability of the transportation budget and bus availability.

Parents should understand that more work may be given in class as the need arises, and students will be responsible for checking with the teacher upon their return. Immunization Requirements:

The following immunizations verified by doctor, nurse or authorized health clinic:

Grading Scale: Grades PK-3 use a mastery reporting system which indicates a student’s mastery of skills, or progress on the development of skills. PK-3 teachers provide information to parents about report cards and assessment of students.

Pre-Kindergarten: 4 DPT, 3 OP, 1 MMR, 3 Hepatitis B, 2 Hepatitis A, 1 Chickenpox Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Grades: 5 DPT*, 4 OP, 2 MMR, 3 Hepatitis B, 2 Hepatitis A, 1 Chickenpox

Grading Scale for Grades 4-5: 100% - 90% = A 89% - 80% = B 79% - 70% = C 69% - 60% = D 59% - 0% = U

* Unless the fourth dose DPT and third polio were given on or after the fourth birthday.

If you have questions, please contact your physician or the Tulsa City-County Health Department. Exemption forms are available for those who have medical, personal or religious reasons for exemption.

Homework/Makeup Work when Absent: 1. Homework is used primarily for reinforcement, make-up, and/or completion of unfinished classroom assignments. 2. Students should strive to work hard at school; therefore, less homework will be necessary and students will have more time for extracurricular activities and family involvement. 3. Teachers may have planned activities during the year which require some work to be done outside of class.

Internet Use: Parents must read Board Policy #1601, included at the back of the handbook in the section which contains complete Board policies pertaining to students.

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Parents should complete a Student Internet Access form if they are requesting that their child not have access to the Internet at school.

to school. Personal property is defined as anything that is brought to school by the student that does not directly support a particular lesson or educational activity assigned by the teacher. This includes but is not limited to trading cards (i.e., “Pokemon,” sports cards, etc.), gum, candy and other food (except as part of lunch or classroom snack), skateboards, skate shoes, rollerblades, electronic devices (Walkman, portable CD players, Game Boy, virtual pets, etc.), laser devices, pictures, posters, games, toys, and excessive amounts of money.

Leaving the Building/Grounds: Under no circumstances will a student be granted permission to leave the building/grounds unless the school is notified by a parent/guardian and the student is signed out in the office by a parent or parent designee. Legal Custody: A parent or guardian who has legal custody of a child and does not wish the other parent, parents, or persons to have access to the child should present the proper legal documents to the principal to establish custody rights. All parents, custodial and non-custodial, have a right to view student records unless the proper legal documents have been presented to the building principal prohibiting such action.

For the safety of other students, bicycles and scooters are not permitted at some schools. Students should check with the school office prior to riding bikes or scooters to school. Cellular phones, and/or wireless telecommunication devices should not be brought to school without consent of the principal (Board Policy #5052). To obtain consent, the parent/legal guardian must present a written request that the student be allowed to use a cellular phone and/ or wireless telecommunications device due to medical necessity. Such a statement must be verified by a practicing physician.

Lost and Found: 1. Lost and found items will be turned in to the office and placed in a designated area. 2. Articles not claimed will be given to a charitable organization at the end of each semester. 3. Please label all items of clothing and lunch containers brought to school.

The written consent for use of a cellular phone, and/or wireless telecommunications device shall be maintained in the student’s file. Teachers shall be notified of those students who are authorized to use a cellular phone, and/or wireless telecommunications device. A student found to be in violation of this policy may be disciplined according to Board Policy # 5050.

Money: When it is necessary to send money to school, please put it in an envelope with the child’s name, teacher’s name, the amount enclosed and how the money is to be used. Send a check or the correct change if possible. Students may not sell or purchase personal items at school.

In addition to the distraction of these items to the learning process, they can be a source of conflict between students. They can become lost or damaged as well. For the benefit of everyone, all of these items should be kept at home where they are safe and do not interfere with the school’s focus. The school will not be responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal property.

Parent-Teacher Conferences: Parent/Teacher conferences are scheduled twice per year. These conferences are designed to promote understanding and cooperation between home and school for the benefit of students. Additional conferences may be scheduled at the request of the parent, teacher, or principal.

Rights to Education Records & FERPA Statement of Rights: Parents and students are guaranteed the right to inspect, as well as seek addition to or deletion from, all education records which are kept by the school concerning individual students.

Parking Lot Safety: When picking up or dropping off students, parents should follow the posted rules or follow the direction of the staff. Visitors should park only in designated parking places.

These records include the student’s transcript and any other recorded information which is identified by the student’s name. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords parents and students over 18 years of age (“eligible students”) certain rights with respect to the student’s education records.

Parties: 1. All parties are scheduled and sponsored by the administration, teacher, or parent organization. 2. Pre-Kindergarten through fifth grade may have two parties each year. 3. Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten have the option of two additional parties: Fall Fun and Spring Fun. 4. Birthday parties are not allowed. 5. Healthy snacks are encouraged.

Personal Property: In an attempt to keep the focus of the school on academic issues, principals ask that no personal property be brought 4

• Student’s name, address, telephone, date and place of birth; • Student’s participation in officially recognized activities, sports, weight and height of members of athletic teams; • Student’s date of attendance, name of school, degrees and awards received;

Rights to Education Records & FERPA Statement of Rights (Cont.): They are: 1. The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days of the day the district receives a request for access. Parents or eligible students should submit to the school principal (or appropriate school official) a written request that identifies the record(s) they wish to inspect. The principal will make arrangements for access and notify the parent or eligible student of the time and place where the records may be inspected. 2. The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the parent or eligible student believes are inaccurate or misleading.

Parents may request in writing that the above directory information not be published or transmitted by the school district. 4.

Parents or eligible students may ask the district to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading. They should write the school principal, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate or misleading.

The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the district to comply with the requirements of FERPA.

The name and address of the office that administers FERPA are: Family Policy Compliance Office U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue, SW Washington DC 20202-5901

If the district decides not to amend the record as requested by the parent or eligible student, the district will notify the parent or eligible student of the decision and advise them of their right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the parent or eligible student when notified of the right to a hearing. 3. The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent.

The office of the Superintendent of Schools shall maintain the official FERPA policy. School Cancellations: 1. Road conditions on Union Public Schools’ bus routes are the determining factor used to decide if school will be in session. 2. Bus routes throughout the school district are checked by transportation personnel in the early evening (before 10:00 p.m.) and early morning (before 6:00 a.m.). 3. School will not be dismissed early due to weather conditions that arise during the school day. 4. Ice routes apply only to Darnaby and Jarman Elementary Schools. 5. Additional information regarding notification of cancellation of school and ice routes may be f o u n d in the transportation section of the handbook.

One exception which permits disclosure without consent is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is a person employed by the district as an administrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staff member (including health or medical staff and law enforcement unit personnel); a person serving on the School Board; a person or company with whom the district has contracted to perform a special task (such as an attorney, auditor, medical consultant, or therapist); or a parent or student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks.

School Programs: 1. Assembly programs are scheduled by buildings. 2. Teachers seat students for assemblies. 3. Parents are honored guests. 4. Students show courtesy and demonstrate Character Counts! Pillars by sitting quietly, watching carefully, and listening politely.

A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility.

School Visitors: Security of students and staff at school is essential. Please help school personnel maintain a secure environment by complying with the following procedures: 1. Parents are welcome to visit school. Please make prior arrangements with school personnel and check in at the office upon arrival. 2. Parents and visitors may not go into the classrooms or onto the playground without the principal’s approval. 3. Students are not allowed to bring other children as visitors to the classroom.

Upon request, the district discloses education records without consent to officials of another school district in which a student seeks or intends to enroll. (NOTE: FERPA requires a school district to make a reasonable attempt to notify the student of records request unless it states in its annual notification that it intends to forward records on request.) The following student directory information may be published or transmitted by Internet without prior parent consent: 5

School Visitors(Cont.) 4. Classroom visits or observations must be approved by the teacher and principal. 5. Parents, siblings and/or visitors may not participate in recess or play on equipment during lunch, recess or any other time without the principal’s approval.

English Learners (EL) Program: Union Public Schools provides appropriate services for students who need English language acquisition support. Specialized instruction is available for students who qualify at all elementary schools. For the grading policy for EL students, see Board Policy #5033.

Student Withdrawals: A parent or guardian must contact the school by written notice, phone, or in person before withdrawal procedures will begin. Failure to follow proper withdrawal procedures may result in a student’s records not being sent to the receiving school.

Extended Day Program: The Union Extended Day Program (EDP) was created to provide safe, alternative educational child care, enhancing the child’s extended day. Recognizing the busy lifestyles of today’s family, the district attempts to work in partnership with home and parents. In the mornings, children will have the opportunity for activities and quiet time. Afternoon sessions will include a snack and activities of the child’s choice: outdoor play, homework, gym games, & indoor games and toys. All of our programs are licensed by the Oklahoma Department of Human Services (DHS). Our DHS licensing compliance file is located in the site supervisor’s area and is available for parents to view.

Tardiness: 1. All students entering school other than the regular time must report to the office for an admit to class. 2. Parents must write a note or telephone the school office to explain the reason for a student’s tardiness. Tardiness is a disruption to the normal conduct of classroom activities; therefore, students are required to be punctual. Repeated tardiness may lead to disciplinary action by the school, a home visit by school personnel, and/or notification of the district attorney for legal action. 3. Consult the school office for site procedures.

EDP Hours Before School - 6:45 a.m. - until school day starts After School - school release – until 6:00 p.m. Enrollment Only children enrolled at the Rosa Parks ECEC or a Union elementary school, grades PreK-7, may participate in the program at their home school site. (Exception: All Union elementary students are eligible to enroll in any of the extra camp programs offered during school holidays or conference days). A child may enroll in the before-school session, the after-school session, or both. Enrollment forms must be completed in full in order to ensure proper care of your child and submitted at the Education Service Center, along with the first month’s tuition and a nonrefundable registration fee per child.

Telephone: 1. Students are not allowed to make or receive phone calls at school. 2. The principal will determine if an emergency situation exists before granting permission for a student to use the phone. 3. Parents calling teachers should leave a message for the teacher, including a telephone number, so teachers may return phone calls during a planning period. SERVICES/PROGRAMS

Open Door Policy Parents are welcome and invited to visit EDP at any time! We encourage your participation!

Counseling Services: The school counselor is primarily concerned with the application of developmental principles in the school through counseling, consultation, and coordination. School counselors focus on the preventative aspects of guidance. They also possess a knowledge of the elementary school program which includes the curriculum, the learning process, and the school organization.

Parent Sign-In and Sign-Out For the safety and security of the children, someone must accompany every child inside the building and sign the child(ren) in each morning. Under no circumstances may a child come into EDP without someone signing them in. Children may never be dropped off at the door. In the afternoon, all children must have someone come into the building and sign them out at the end of each day. Persons other than the custodial parent(s) or guardian(s) who will be picking up the student must be listed on the enrollment form. Children will not be released to anyone other than those listed, and proper photo identification is required. The school will not assume responsibility for a student who has not been signed in and out by the parent or designee for the day.

Services provided by the elementary school counselor include: 1. Helping children with special needs. 2. Providing crisis intervention when necessary. 3. Helping to develop personalized programs, when applicable, based on each child’s needs. 4. Consulting with teachers, parents, administrators, and others. 5. Explaining test results to help students and parents understand and use the information appropriately. 6. Maintaining a good public relations program. 7. Facilitating parenting classes. 6

increments. Changes to program session must be made at least 24 hours prior to effective date. The proper forms can be obtained from the Extended Day Supervisor during EDP hours. Non-payment of account will result in a $10 suspension fee and the child being unable to attend EDP on the first of the month. School sites cannot accept payments. Under no circumstances may a child attend EDP if their account is not paid in full (including all late payment fees, suspension fees, late pickup charges, and/ or finder’s fees.) Payments may be mailed in, deposited in the night drop on the east side of the Education Service Center (before 7:30 a.m. for same day credit), made in person at the Accounting Department, or paid online at https://ok-union.intouchreceipting.com/.

Extended Day Program (Cont.): Once a student is signed out from EDP, he/she may not return later that afternoon. This allows us to keep accurate counts of all EDP students at all times. If the parent or guardian wishes to make any changes with regard to authorized persons to pick up the child, medical info, etc., changes must be submitted on proper forms to the EDP Site Supervisor. Absences Parents must CALL the EDP school site office if their child will be absent. This is essential for your child’s safety! A $10.00 Finder’s Fee will be charged if parents have to be called to locate a student. Students must attend school each day they attend EDP. If a child is not in school at the end of the school day, he/she may not attend EDP.

*DHS accounts must follow same financial policies.. Insufficient Check Charges Insufficient check charges will be assessed per offense. After two insufficient check offenses, the account will be placed on a “pre-pay” status. Parents on pre-pay status must pay by cash, money order, or cashier’s check only!

EDP Medical Information In conjunction with the enrollment forms, a medical information form must accompany your enrollment. Our Extended Day Program employees do not have access to the school’s medical records after hours. We must have separate information and an authorization form from the parent or legal guardian in order to administer maintenance prescriptions and provide emergency medical treatment in the event we are unable to reach parents or the person listed as an alternate emergency contact.

Late Pick Up Fees A late fee will be charged for pickups after 6:00 p.m. Beginning at 6:05 p.m., additional charges will be accrued if a parent/guardian is delayed in picking up his/ her child. Multiple late pickup charges will result in suspension from the program.

Students presenting special needs will be reviewed on an individual basis to assess need for reasonable accommodations. Minimal entry criteria: student must demonstrate independence in mobility, communication, and daily living skills.

EDP Extreme Weather Policy Extended Day will not be in session if school is cancelled due to inclement weather conditions. The condition of the roads on the Union Public School bus routes determines whether or not school will be in session. The bus routes throughout the school district are checked by transportation personnel in the early evening (before 10:00 p.m.) and early morning (before 6:00 a.m.). Local television and radio stations are notified only if school is to be cancelled. Parents may also check the Union Public Schools website at www.unionps.org for information.

EDP Health Policies In accordance with Tulsa Health Department guidelines, ill children may not come to EDP. Children with diarrhea, vomiting, fever, eye infections, head lice, unexplained rash, or any sign of illness will be sent home. A child must be fever free and medication free for 24 hours before returning to school and/or EDP. If a child arrives ill at EDP, a parent will be called immediately to pick them up and the child will be isolated from other students.

EDP Behavior Expectations Behavior expectations are the same as those used during the school day. 1. Stay with your EDP Supervisor or EDP Assistant. 2. Use inside voices while in the building. 3. Physical education equipment and activities are limited to the gym and the playground. 4. Respect the rights of others. 5. Put away games, activities, and toys at the end of your session. 6. Roll call is a quiet time. 7. Listen when your EDP Supervisor or Assistant is talking. 8. Follow all behavior guidelines.

EDP Program Fee Schedule Fees must be paid monthly & are always due in full on the 15th of the preceding month of service. Billings, Payments, Statements Tuition is charged to your account prior to the first of the preceding month of service and will be able to be viewed online (visit Union’s website for link to online payment site). Tuition fees are due in full by the fifteenth of the preceding month of service. A $10 per child late fee will be assessed to any account not paid in full after the fifteenth of the preceding month of service. (See EDP Financial Agreement.) If the parents/guardians wish to withdraw from the program, they must submit the proper form 15 days in advance. Refunds and credits given for withdrawals will be allotted in ½ month 7

• Contacts for Extended Day Program and Camps: Coordinator for EDP Lorrie Field (918) 357-6024, EDP Office Secretary (918) 357-6030, EDP Finance Office (918) 357-6086.

EDP Behavior Management & Guidance Discipline is required to be constructive and educational, as well as appropriate to the child’s age and circumstances. Positive discipline methods are used by staff. Harsh or physical discipline is never used. DHS behavior and guidance policies will be adhered to at all times.

Food Services: 1. Students have the option of bringing their lunch or purchasing a hot lunch, sandwich, or salad in the cafeteria. Students are not permitted to leave school during the lunch period. 2. Students should purchase tickets from the cafeteria manager before the school day begins. 3. Student lunch prices are as follows: Daily-$2.20, Weekly-$11.00, extra milk-$.45 4. School breakfast will be available at all Union Public School sites. The cost for a student breakfast at the elementary level will be $1.40. 5. Parents are always welcome to join their children for lunch. The price of an adult ticket is $3.75. 6. Schools can accept either a daily cash payment for meals or a pre-paid dollar amount. 7. Union Public Schools is excited to offer MySchoolBucks online payment service for meals! This new service offers a quick, easy, and safe way to add money to your student’s meal account using a credit/debit card. MySchoolBucks provides • Convenience -Available 24/7 on the web or with the Mobile App for your iPhone, Android or Windows phone! • Efficiency - Make payment for all your students, even if they attend different schools within the district. Eliminate the need for your students to take money to school. • Control - Set low balance alerts, view account activity, recurring/automatic payments, check balances, and more! • Security - MySchoolBucks adheres to the highest security standards, including PCI (Mastercard Payment Card Industry standard) and CISP (Visa Cardholder Information Security Program). • A program/convenience fee will be charged per transaction (approximately $1.95). • To locate and utilize MySchoolBucks, you will need to go to Union Public Schools website, www. unionps.org, and go to Departments, then Food Menu or directly to www.myschoolbucks.com. 8. Several advantages of pre-payment are: A. Students may pay for an entire month or an entire semester. B. Money is deposited in each child’s lunch account. C. The child no longer needs to carry money to school on a daily basis risking the possibility of losing it. D. By pre-paying, the possibility of the child using the money for anything other than lunch or breakfast is eliminated.

Simple issues will be addressed by redirecting a child to another area or activity. If that does not work, the problem will be discussed with the child and a verbal redirection or warning and/or an alternative activity will be given to the child. Most issues are dealt with in this manner, with a successful outcome for both child and staff. Serious issues will be written up for parents and child to discuss with staff and sign. After three write-ups, a child will be suspended for three days. If the problems are not resolved, the child will be permanently suspended from the program- including all camps. See EDP Handbook for the full Behavior Management and Guidance policies. EDP reserves the right to dismiss any child if the EDP Coordinator and staff determine that the program cannot meet the needs of the child and/or the EDP staff cannot guarantee the child’s safety. Failure to comply with any of the terms of the parent contract may also result in termination from the program and all camps. EDP Camps The Extended Day Program Camps are offered throughout the school year. Camps offer a variety of exciting activities for your children when alternative educational child care is needed and school is not in session. Camp hours are 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (unless otherwise specified). Camp locations rotate at elementary sites throughout the district. The camps are typically available during: fall break, spring break (MTh Only), and 8-9 weeks of summer break. Camps are not offered on snow days or on any major holiday. (Camp availability is subject to change without notice). A list of camps and the locations of camps for the school year will be provided each school year. Camp Enrollment Camp is processed by a separate enrollment that is distributed approximately three weeks prior to the camp date. The enrollment information is distributed to each elementary school EDP site and is available during regular EDP hours. Information is also available on the school website. Additional EDP Information • Transportation is the responsibility of the parent/ guardian. • The Union Public Schools dress code will be followed. • Additional information is available in the EDP Handbook. • EDP Location: EDP is assigned to a specific building area in each school. Please check with school office personnel for the designated area. • Website – Additional information can be found on the Union Public Schools website, www.unionps.org, under Teaching & Learning, Elementary, and then Extended Day Program tab.

Gifted/Talented Education: Union Public Schools meets the needs of identified students at each elementary school through the services and consultation of an Enrichment Specialist in the Academic Resource Center (ARC) located at each school. Districtwide identification procedures are used to identify students needing services, and appropriate activities are planned at the students’ schools. For the district’s policy regarding gifted/talented education, see Board Policy #5503. 8

Health Services: 1. Each school has a nurse on duty during school hours to handle accidents and illness, administer medication, and monitor contagious conditions. 2. Schools do not have facilities to take care of children who are ill for an extended period of time. 3. If a child becomes ill at school, a parent or parent designee must come to school to pick up the child. Photo ID will be required to release the child. 4. Children who are ill may not return to school until their temperature has remained normal (below 100°) for 24 hours without fever-reducing agents. 5. Every effort should be made to give children their medication at home to avoid disruption of the educational process. The school does not stock any medications for student use. It is the parent’s responsibility to supply any medication they want their child to receive and to complete the necessary forms for medication administration. 6. If a child requires medication during the school day, a Parental Authorization Form must be completed and accompany all medications sent to school. Medications given on a daily basis for longer than two weeks will also require written consent from a physician.

Vision Services: Good vision is essential to your child’s learning. It is mandated by Oklahoma state law that the parent or guardian of each student enrolled in kindergarten at a public school in this state shall provide certification to school personnel that the student passed a vision screening within the previous twelve (12) months or during the school year. Students enrolled in first or third grade at a public school in this state shall provide, within thirty (30) days of the beginning of the school year, certification to school personnel that the student passed a vision screening within the previous twelve (12) months. Annual vision screenings will be provided through the office of your school nurse. A vision screening does not substitute for a comprehensive eye examination by an eye care practitioner. If you have any concerns about your child’s vision, contact an eye care practitioner about an eye examination. Multiage/Looping/Single-Grade Classrooms: Union’s elementary program offers a variety of educational opportunities designed to meet individual student needs.

Medications must be in the original containers with dosage and prescribing directions in place. Over-the-counter medications must have directions specifying a children’s dosage. Over-the counter medications without directions for children will not be administered without a written order from a licensed physician.

Primary Multiage Program - Union’s Primary Multiage Program is an option available to first and second grade students and is designed to give every child opportunities for success on his or her own path of growth. A multiage classroom consists of a mixed-age group of children who stay with the same teacher for more than one year.

Parental authorization must include the following information: A. Name of child to receive medication. B. Name of medication. C. Dosage and any special instructions. D. Date(s) and time(s) medication is to be administered. E. Signature of legal guardian.

The children, teacher, and parents become a unique “family” of learners as the students progress through skills as quickly as their development will allow. Those needing more time to master skills can do so without “being held back.” High achieving students also do well in this setting, often achieving above their grade level in course work. Multiage - the practice of blending two or more grades with the same teachers for more than one year. Students are placed in flexible groups according to need, ability, and interest. Older children improve leadership skills. Children collaborate and form stable relationships over the course of their two-year journey. Strong studentteacher-parent relationships are promoted.

7. Nurses monitor contagious conditions and ensure compliance with Board Policy #5015 (located in the back of this handbook). Common conditions requiring exclusion from school include: • Temperature of 100° or greater • Vomiting and/or diarrhea • Purulent drainage from the eyes • Purulent drainage from the ears, nose, or mouth • Purulent drainage from a wound • Uncontrollable coughing • Head lice • Scabies • Undiagnosed symptoms that could possibly be contagious *Before returning to school, the student may be required to present a certificate from a health care provider verifying the student is no longer contagious.

Looping - the practice of a group of students staying with the same teachers for more than one year. All students are at the same grade level. Children collaborate and form stable relationships over the course of their two-year journey. Strong student-teacher-parent relationships are promoted. Single-Grade Classrooms - These classrooms are selfcontained. All students are at the same grade level. They follow a grade level core curriculum through a blend of teacher and student-centered instruction. Students experience the consistency of one primary classroom teacher.

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This notice is a Child Find project to make patrons aware of the availability of special education and related services for students with disabilities. Programs and services are provided for eligible students in the areas of specific learning disability, deaf/hearing impairment, visual impairment, orthopedic impairment, other health impairment, multiple disabilities, mental retardation, speech or language impairment, emotional disturbance, traumatic brain injury, and autism. If you have or know of a child who may have a significant disability which adversely affects educational performance, please contact the Special Services office at the Education Service Center, (918) 357-4321.

PTA: Each elementary school has an active Parent-Teacher Association. The PTA sponsors many activities and adds to the total school program. Information regarding the PTA may be obtained by contacting the school office. School Policies Included at the back of the handbook are all Board of Education policies pertaining to students. Parents and students are encouraged to read these carefully. Special Services: The Union Public School District makes every effort to locate, evaluate and to educate, in the least restrictive environment, all special needs children, ages three through 21, under the provisions of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 1997, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Department of Transportation

Bus Rider Guidelines A Guide for Students and Parents 2019-2020

Gary Greenhill................................................. Director of Transportation 27th edition, 2019-2020 School Year

NOTICE

Safety is the overriding concern in all transportation policies and procedures. The rules and procedures outlined are intended as guidelines and may be amended or altered as needed to assure the safety of all students riding Union Public Schools buses.

Parents Wanted as Union Bus Drivers Driving a school bus may be the perfect opportunity for you as a Union parent to assist the district and earn some money in the process. A typical schedule includes two hours in the morning and two in the afternoon, leaving plenty of time to spend with your children. Besides the hourly pay, we offer a Student Ride program, which allows our bus drivers to take their children with them on their routes. If you are interested in becoming a driver, please apply at www.unionps.org or apply at the Union Education Service Center, 8506 E. 61st Street, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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Listed below are responsibilities parents should assume in order to reach the goal of a safe ride for everyone: 1. Make sure your children are at the bus stop five minutes before scheduled bus arrival. Be sure they dress appropriately for the weather since they may have to wait in the rain or cold. 2. Supervise your children to, from, and at the bus stop for their safety and protection. 3. Equip your children with backpacks or book bags which free their hands for balance and holding onto the bus handrail. As a safety precaution, be sure your child’s backpacks, clothing, or other items do not have long straps or drawstrings. 4. Teach your children the rules for safe bus riding. 5. Teach your children their address, phone number, and bus number. 6. Report illegal and/or unsafe school bus driving to the transportation department. 7. Assume responsibility for the behavior of your children while riding the bus and at the bus stop. If bus riding privileges are revoked, parents must provide transportation to and from school until privileges are reinstated. 8. All motorists should know and obey the Oklahoma school bus stop law: O.S. 47, Section 11-705. A. The driver of a vehicle meeting or overtaking a school bus that is stopped to take on or discharge school children, and on which the red loading signals are in operation, is to stop his vehicle before it reaches the school bus and not proceed until the loading signals are deactivated and then proceed past such school bus at a speed which is reasonable and with due caution for the safety of such school children and other occupants. B. If the driver of a school bus witnesses a violation of the provisions of sub-section (A) of this section, he shall report the violation, the vehicle color, license tag number, and the time and place such violation occurred to the law enforcement authorities. The law enforcement authority shall issue a letter of warning on the alleged violation to the person in whose name the vehicle is registered.

From the Director Dear Parents of Union Schools Students: Union is pleased to provide the Union Public Schools Bus Rider’s Guidelines for students and parents. This handbook contains information about bus service, student behavior, safety and disciplinary guidelines, and other pertinent information. Although it is not possible to include all policies, practices, and procedures concerning school transportation, this handbook does provide as much information as necessary to give you and your children a better understanding of the district’s bus service and the importance of bus rider safety and good behavior. You should be pleased to know that school buses are still one of the safest forms of transportation. Despite this, there are steps that can be taken to make the ride to and from school even safer. It is the district’s goal to provide the safest transportation possible. One way we attempt to reach this goal is by providing training for our drivers, including initial training for new drivers and continuing in-service training. All school bus drivers in the state of Oklahoma must be certified to drive by the State Department of Education. To obtain this certification, a driver must attend a 25-hour training course and successfully complete all written and driving examinations. The Union district also provides additional training of up to 40 hours each year. Even though we emphasize bus safety and careful driving to our drivers, they cannot consistently drive the bus safely without the cooperation of the students. Bus safety is not just the driver’s responsibility but also the responsibility of all students who ride the bus as well. Distractions such as student misbehavior can divert the driver’s attention from the road and jeopardize the safety of all passengers. We will be counting on your help to instruct your child and reinforce the need to follow the bus driver’s directions and obey bus rules.

Student’s Responsibilities:

We hope you will find this handbook informative, and we wish your child a safe, happy and educational year.

Before Bus Arrives 1. Arrive at the bus stop five minutes before the bus is due. Dress appropriately for the weather. You may have to wait in the rain or cold. 2. Wait for the bus at least ten feet back from the roadway and wait until the bus comes to a complete stop before approaching. 3. Form a single line and enter the bus in an orderly manner(with no pushing or shoving). 4. When entering or exiting the bus, always use the handrail. 5. Once you have entered the bus, find a seat quickly. 6. Carry belongings in a backpack or book bag and if something falls under or around the bus, tell the driver. NEVER TRY TO PICK IT UP YOURSELF!

Sincerely, Gary Greenhill, Director of Transportation Parents Responsibilities: The task of transporting students safely and efficiently can only be successfully accomplished with the cooperation and help of parents, who are encouraged to reinforce safety guidelines with their children. All of these policies are designed to help insure a safe and pleasant ride for all students. Knowledge and support by parents concerning student responsibilities and disciplinary guidelines will help the children retain their privilege of riding a school bus. 11

While on the Bus 1. All rules for the classroom apply to the bus. No loud talking or yelling is permitted. 2. Always cooperate with the bus driver and other school officials. 3. Remain seated facing forward at all times, do not change seats, and keep feet out of the aisle. Bus seats are designed to protect you in an accident and can only do so if you are sitting properly. 4. Do not be destructive. Throwing objects on or off the bus is strictly prohibited. Students and their parents may be held responsible for damage to the bus or property outside the bus. 5. Harmful items, such as drugs, tobacco, alcohol, knives, weapons, etc., are strictly prohibited. 6. Be courteous to your bus driver and fellow passengers. Use no profane language or gestures. 7. Help keep the bus clean. 8. Keep all parts of the body inside the bus at all times. 9. No food or beverages of any kind are permitted. Lunches may be taken to school if kept inside a lunch box or in a backpack/book bag. 10. Only those items that can be safely held in your lap or stored under the seat will be permitted on the bus. Musical instruments are subject to this requirement. 11. Remain absolutely quiet when the bus is approaching and stopped at railroad crossings.

Riding a Different Bus: The primary purpose of Union Schools bus service is transportation for eligible students to and from home. Therefore, students are expected to ride their neighborhood bus each day to and from school and get on and off at the designated stop closest to their home. Students who wish to ride a bus other than their neighborhood bus, must obtain a pass by sending an email to [email protected] describing the reason, bus number, and student information for approval. No bus pass will be issued by the Transportation Department without 72 hours prior notice. Students who are new to a bus route and who intend to ride that bus continually should obtain a bus pass from the principal who will indicate on the pass that the student will ride that bus on a regular basis. This will notify the driver that the student is a permanent addition to the bus and avoid confusion the first time the student attempts to ride the bus. Field Trips and Activity Trips: Transportation is also provided, when feasible, to transport students attending various academic or competitive events. Students riding the bus on field trips or activity trips are expected to follow the same rules which apply to students riding buses to and from school on a daily basis.

When Leaving the Bus 1. Exit the bus in an orderly manner (no pushing or shoving). 2. If you must cross the street, walk away from the bus and forward about 12 feet until you can see the driver’s face. Cross only after the driver motions for you to cross. Check traffic as you cross the street. Never cross behind the bus. 3. If something falls under or near the bus, tell the driver. NEVER PICK IT UP YOURSELF! 4. Move about six feet away from the bus and stay away from the wheels. Do not attempt to grab any part of the bus or run after it. 5. Never attempt to crawl under the bus for any reason. 6. Go directly home after leaving the bus, do not return to it for any reason.

Activity trip transportation is provided only for students, teachers, coaches, and parent sponsors. Parents (and preschool children) wishing to participate in activity trips must provide their own transportation. Disciplinary Guidelines A student’s behavior on the bus directly impacts the safety of all other students on the bus. To safely transport students, the bus driver must be able to concentrate on driving the bus without distractions from students who are misbehaving; therefore, unacceptable behavior by students will not be tolerated and will ultimately result in loss of bus-riding privileges. Parents are requested to instruct their children in appropriate bus behavior and tolerance. Please help reinforce the authority of the bus driver just as you would a teacher’s authority in the classroom.

Eligibility to Ride a Bus: Students in grades Kdg.-12 who legally reside within the boundaries of the school district and live more than one and one-half miles from the school are eligible for bus service.

Drivers are trained to recognize and deal appropriately with misbehavior. Many times, the best way to keep children out of trouble is to separate them from other children who cause trouble or cause them to act out. For this reason, the bus driver’s first level of disciplinary action is to assign a seat. Parents or the child may request an assigned seat to keep the student out of trouble.

Parents are responsible for providing transportation for students who are on intra-district transfer or in the Pre-K program. Students must ride the same bus every day. Bus routes are developed based on the number of students living in a specific area and on counts of students who have previously ridden the bus from that area. If students who do not live in the area ride, the result may be overcrowding of a bus. For safety reasons, students are required to use the same bus stop in the morning and afternoon, every day. A student should not be let off at a different stop without a bus pass issued by the school office.

Generally, but not in all cases, the bus driver may take the following approach in handling many bus discipline problems:

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utilize alternate bus routes. These alternate bus routes are referred to as “ice routes.” Only those bus routes in the Darnaby and Jarman service areas have ice routes. Those students living west of Sheridan Road, between East 76th Street and East 91st Street will have designated ice routes; however, because the bus is being re-routed, other students in that area of the district may also be affected.

Disciplinary Guidelines (cont.): First Offense - Verbal warning or correction by driver. Second Offense - Assigned seat for at least three days (Note: Driver has authority to assign seats to students at any time, for any reason, including permanent assigned seats.)

Information on ice routes is usually distributed to students by their bus driver during the month of November. A copy of these ice routes will be available at each secondary school, Jarman Elementary, and Darnaby Elementary. Ice routes do not currently affect other elementary school bus routes.

Third Offense - Parent contacted by phone (or by mail if parent cannot be reached). Fourth Offense - An Unsafe Conduct Report will be submitted to the administrator in charge of bus discipline. The first Unsafe Conduct Report submitted will usually result in a loss of the student’s bus riding privileges for three days or more. A second Unsafe Conduct Report usually results in a bus suspension for ten days or more. A third Unsafe Conduct Report, 45 days or more! These disciplinary actions are from the bus only. Other, more severe action may be determined to be appropriate for any offense(s). Permanent loss of riding privileges, and/or other more severe measures may be used for these or subsequent offenses.

School Closing/ Ice Routes: To determine if school has been dismissed or if ice routes are in effect, parents and students may listen to the radio or watch the T.V. Listed are a few of the stations that generally receive school cancellation information before 6:00 a.m. FM 102.3/AM 740- KRMG, TV 6 - KOTV, TV 2 - KJRH, TV 8 - KTUL, TV 23 - KOKI

The consumption of food and or drinks is not permitted on school buses. Failure to comply may result in loss of bus riding privileges for three days or more.

In addition, parents may receive a recorded message concerning school closings or ice routes by calling (918) 357-7065, or check the district website at www.unionps.org.

Students who severely misbehave, directly jeopardize the safe operation of the school bus, or directly challenge the authority of, or make disrespectful comments or actions toward the bus driver or other school official will lose their riding privilege without receiving warnings! A partial list of severe violations includes, but is not limited to: vandalism, fighting, gang-related involvement, failure to cooperate with driver or other official, abusive or defiant language, threats, gestures, written words or pictures directed toward driver or other official, and the possession or use of tobacco, drugs, alcohol, or weapons of any kind. Severe violations may also result in immediate disciplinary action up to and including school suspension and/or legal action.

Late Buses: Despite everyone’s best efforts to keep the buses on time, it is inevitable that buses will sometimes be late. Route sheets distributed at the beginning of each school year list estimated pick-up times at each bus stop. As the school year proceeds, passengers will get a more realistic idea of when the bus will actually arrive. Sometimes unforeseen situations occur that prohibit the bus from being on time, such as a mechanical breakdown or traffic congestion due to an accident or inclement weather. When these situations occur, the transportation department makes every effort to get a bus back on schedule; however, it is not always possible. Each bus will go by all bus stops, regardless of how late the bus is running.

Emergencies: In the event of an emergency on the school bus, students must always cooperate with the bus driver. Students should remember to remain calm and be quiet so they can hear the driver’s instructions. This is especially critical if it becomes necessary to evacuate the bus due to an immediate hazardous condition.

Parents are encouraged to wait with their children at the bus stops. Parents who cannot stay at the bus stop with their children should have contingency plans with neighbors and with their children on what to do if the bus is late or if the child should miss the bus.

Snow and Weather Emergencies: There is always the possibility during the winter months that inclement weather may hinder transportation services. Even rain often causes delays in bus schedules. Parents should remind students on days when there is snow or ice and school is in session, that buses will often run late.

Lost and Found: Items left on the school bus will generally be kept on the bus by the driver for one day and then turned in to the respective school and placed in the school’s lost and found area. Students should ask their bus driver if the lost item was retrieved. Drivers are to check the bus between each load; however, they are unable to prevent forgotten items from being removed by other students on the same run.

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Compliments & Complaints: About Bus Drivers/Bus Service Patrons and parents are encouraged to recognize bus drivers when a compliment is deserved. This can be accomplished by writing a letter to the Transportation Director at Union Public Schools, 8506 E 61st. Street, Tulsa, OK 74133 or by calling the Dispatcher at (918) 357-7063 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Parents and patrons may also call the same number with problems and concerns. Concerning Student Behavior Parents and students should report problems with other students on the bus to the bus driver. Please do not distract the driver while children are loading or unloading, and keep conversation with the driver to a minimum. Other children are waiting for the bus at the next stop and extended conversation with the driver may cause other traffic to be delayed and/or cause an accident. The transportation office welcomes meetings and conferences between parents and drivers and will assist in resolving any problems the driver is unable to resolve. Bus Stops: All bus stops must meet State of Oklahoma safety standards. The transportation department will accept requests for bus stop location changes; however, before a stop will be changed, the following factors will be taken into consideration. 1. Is the stop location safe? 2. When possible, stops will be located at a public place such as a park or at the residence of a student who rides the bus. 3. Stops will be as centrally located as possible for the neighborhood being served and in such a manner that the average walking distance is approximately the same as the average walking distance for all other children districtwide. A stop change, addition, or deletion will not be considered if the result of the change and how it affects the students is not consistent with the type of bus stop all other students in the district must use. The goal is to allocate the available bus stops to all students as fairly as possible, serving all neighborhoods equally. While attempts are made to locate stops where children may find shelter from the weather, it is not always possible to do so. Students should dress appropriately and be prepared to wait in the rain or cold for an extended period. A student’s behavior at a bus stop prior to the arrival of the bus is the responsibility of the parent. Destruction of property and/or vandalism at a bus stop by a student is a civil matter and will be handled by the police. Continued destruction of property or harassment of property owners will result in the stop being moved to another, perhaps inconvenient, location or elimination of the stop. Misbehavior at the bus stop may result in loss of bus-riding privileges. 14

ALWAYS try to be at your bus stop 5 minutes before the bus arrives.

HOW TO BOARD THE BUS SAFELY WHEN CROSSING THE STREET 5. BOARD the bus immediately.

1. STAY on your side of the street, far away from traffic.

4. CROSS walk directly across, about 15 feet in front of the bumper

2. WAIT In a single line for bus to stop and for driver’s signal to cross. 3. CHECK traffic in both directions

HOW TO CROSS ROAD SAFELY WHEN LEAVING THE BUS

GO directly home. Do not come back to the bus.

1. WALK away from the bus and about 15 feet along the side of the road until you can see the driver‘s face.

4. WALK quickly across if all vehicles have stopped.

2. STOP AND WAIT for driver to signal you across the roadway.

3. CHECK the traffic in both directions--if you see a vehicle that has not stopped, go back to the bus immediately.

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Union Public Schools

Board Policies 2019-2020

BOARD POLICIES SECTION FIVE: STUDENTS Non-discrimination...........................................................................5000 Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment............................................5002 School Age.......................................................................................5005 Wellness...........................................................................................5007 Medications......................................................................................5008 Sports-Related Concussion Management.......................................5009 Immunizations..................................................................................5010 AIDS/HIV and Other Communicable Diseases.................................5013 Contagious Conditions/Head Lice...................................................5015 Department of Human Services, Law Enforcement, or Mental Health Provider Interviews on School Premises............................5016 Supervision and Dismissal of Students............................................5020 Lost/Damaged Textbooks, Library Materials, and Computers/ Electronic Devices..........................................................................5022 Attendance.......................................................................................5025 Promotion, Placement, and Retention of Students..........................5030 Graduation Requirements................................................................5031 Weighted Grade and Class Ranking Procedures.............................5032 Grading Policy for ELL Students......................................................5033 Progress Reports/Report Cards.......................................................5035 Including Students with Disabilities in State & Districtwide Assessments..................................................................................5037 Drugs, Drug Paraphernalia, and Alcohol..........................................5039 Gang Involvement............................................................................5041 Tobacco/Tobacco Products Use......................................................5045 Discrimination/Harassment..............................................................5046 Formal Grievance Procedure for Filing, Processing, & Resolving Alleged Discrimination Complaints................................................5047 Student Behavior..............................................................................5050 Student Locker Search.....................................................................5051 Cellular Phones/Wireless Telecommunications Devices..................5052 Student Search and Seizure.............................................................5053 Anti-Violence....................................................................................5054 Possession of Dangerous Weapons.................................................5055 Student Bullying Prevention and Intervention..................................5056 Student Dress and Performing Groups ...........................................5060 Sexual Harassment..........................................................................5065 Discipline Procedures for Students with Disabilities........................5070 Eligibility for Participation in Activities/Athletics...............................5200 Field Trips.........................................................................................5250 Class Parties....................................................................................5300 Parking and Driving Regulations......................................................5400 Student Residency...........................................................................5450 Student Transfer...............................................................................5500 Students Entering From Another School District.............................5501 Distribution of Flyers, Brochures, Posters/Signs, & Promotional Materials by Secondary Students..............................5502 Gifted/Talented Education................................................................5503 Extended School Year/Special Education Services.........................5504 Credit by Exam (CBE) and Proficiency-Based Promotion...............5505 Admission of Part-time Students.....................................................5506 Credit/Placement for Non-Accredited Programs.............................5507 Internet-Based Instruction................................................................5508 Title I Parent and Family Engagement..............................................5509 Foreign Exchange Students.............................................................5510 Suicide/Crisis Intervention Plan.......................................................5520 Materials Selection...........................................................................5550

Title VII/ADEA Coordinator Title IX Coordinator Exec. Dir. of Human Resources Director of Athletics/ Union Educ. Serv. Ctr. Sr. Exec Dir/Teaching & Learning 8506 E. 61st Street UMAC Tulsa, OK 74133 6836 S. Mingo Rd. 918-357-4321 Tulsa, OK 74133 918-357-7481 This notice will be made available in large print, on audio tape, and in Braille upon request. Revised 12/11/17

PROTECTION OF PUPIL RIGHTS AMENDMENT.........................5002

For purposes of this policy, the following definitions apply: A. Instructional material - Instructional content that is provided to a student, regardless of its format, including printed or representational materials, audiovisual materials and materials in electronic or digital formats (such as materials accessible through the Internet). The term does not include academic tests or academic assessments. B. Invasive physical examination - Any medical examination that involves the exposure of private body parts or any act during such examination that includes incision, insertion or injection into the body, but does not include a hearing, vision or scoliosis screening. C. Parent - Includes a legal guardian or other person standing in loco parentis (such as a grandparent or stepparent with whom the child lives, or a person who is legally responsible for the welfare of the child). All rights provided to parents under this policy transfer to the student when the student turns 18 years old or is an emancipated minor at any age. D. Personal information - Individually identifiable information including (a) a student or parent’s first and last name; (b) a home or other physical address (including street name and the name of the city or town); (c) a telephone number; or (d) a Social Security identification number. E. Survey includes an evaluation. INSPECTION OF INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS All instructional materials, including teacher’s manuals, films, tapes or other supplementary instructional material that will be used in connection with any survey, analysis or evaluation as part of any applicable program shall be available for inspection by the parents of students in the school district. However, teacher lesson plans and tests are confidential records under the Oklahoma Open Records Act. After request by a parent, review of instructional materials shall be at a time mutually convenient to the teacher involved and the parent. Any complaint by a parent regarding the parent’s inability to inspect any instructional material shall initially be addressed to the principal of the school where the parent’s child attends. If the parent is dissatisfied with the principal’s decision, then the parent may request review by the Superintendent or designee who shall have final authority over the matter. Establishing a curriculum and determining to include or remove particular materials within the curriculum are the legal responsibilities of the Board of Education subject to statutory and state board of education guidelines. Nothing in this policy is intended to grant or require prior parental approval or control of materials or parental control, approval or review of teaching techniques or methods. SURVEYS No student shall be required to submit to a survey, analysis, written examination or evaluation that reveals information concerning: A. Political affiliations or beliefs of the student or the student’s family; B. Religious practices, affiliations or beliefs of the student or the student’s parent; C. Sexual behavior or attitudes; D. Illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating or demeaning behavior; E. Mental or psychological problems of the student or the student’s family; F. Critical appraisals of other individuals with whom the student has a close family relationship; G. Legally recognized privileged or analogous relationships, such as those of lawyers, physicians and ministers; and H. Income (other than that required by law to determine eligibility for participation in a program or for receiving financial assistance under such program) without the parent’s prior consent.

Internet Acceptable Use...................................................................1601 Service Animals................................................................................1960 NON-DISCRIMINATION..................................................................5000

It is the policy of the Union Public School District to provide equal opportunities without regard to race, age, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, gender expression or identity, sex, sexual orientation, qualified disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its educational programs and activities, in access to them, or in any aspect of their operations. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, educational services, financial aid, and employment. This notice is provided as required by Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Questions, complaints or requests for additional information regarding the ADA, Section 504, Title VII/Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), and/or Title IX may be forwarded to the designated ADA/GINA, Section 504, Title VII/ADEA and/or Title IX compliance coordinators, the site principal or other district administrator. Students and parents may also bring complaints to the assistant principal, counselor, nurse, or a teacher. The administrator or staff member notified shall immediately report the complaint to the site principal. The site principal shall notify the appropriate coordinator listed below during regular business hours:

Parents may inspect, upon request, a survey created by a third party before the survey is administered or distributed to students. Review of such surveys shall be at a time mutually convenient to the principal involved and the parent. Any complaint by a parent regarding the parent’s inability to inspect any such survey shall be addressed to the Superintendent or designee who shall have final authority over the matter. The district will take appropriate steps in compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) to protect student privacy in the event of the administration or distribution of a student survey containing one or more of the items mentioned above.

ADA/GINA Coordinator Section 504 Coordinator Assoc. Dir. of Human Resources Director of Special Services Union Educ. Serv. Ctr. Union Educ. Serv. Ctr. 8506 E. 61st Street 8506 E. 61st Street Tulsa OK 74133 Tulsa OK 74133 918-357-4321 918-357-4321

PSYCHIATRIC OR PSYCHOLOGICAL EXAMINATIONS Without the prior written consent of the parent or guardian, no student who is an unemancipated minor shall be required, as part of any applicable program, to submit to psychiatric or psychological examination, testing or treatment.

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PROTECTION OF PUPIL RIGHTS AMENDMENT (Cont.)............5002

Healthy and Safe School Environment; Health Promotion for Staff; and Family and Community Involvement.

NOTIFICATION The school district will notify parents annually of the specific or approximate dates during the school year when the following activities are scheduled or expected to be scheduled: A. Activities involving the collection, disclosure or use of personal information collected from students for the purpose of marketing or selling that information or providing that information to others for that purpose. These activities do not include information for the exclusive purpose of developing, evaluating or providing educational products or services for or to students or educational institutions, such as: 1. College or other postsecondary education recruitment and/or military recruitment; 2. Book clubs, magazines and programs providing access to low-cost literary products; 3. Curriculum and instructional materials used by elementary and secondary schools; 4. Tests and assessments used by elementary schools and secondary schools to provide cognitive, evaluative, diagnostic clinical, aptitude or achievement information about students and the subsequent analysis and public release of the aggregate data from such tests and assessments; 5. The sale by students of products or services to raise funds for school-related or education-related activities; and 6. Student recognition programs. B. The administration of any survey containing one or more items described above in the Surveys section of this policy; and C. Any non-emergency, invasive physical examination or screening that is (a) required as a condition of attendance; (b) administered by and scheduled by the school in advance; and (c) not necessary to protect the immediate health and safety of the student or other students. This provision does not apply to any physical examination or screening that is permitted or required by state law, including physical examinations or screening that is permitted without parental notification.

SCHOOL PRACTICES Nutrition education occurs in the classroom, as well as in the larger school community. The district utilizes multiple channels (e.g., classroom, cafeteria, and parental communication) to promote healthy nutritional and physical behaviors. In support of the aim of the Union Public Schools’ wellness curriculum, the following guidelines, or recommendations, will be considered by the district: • Allow students adequate time to consume meals; • Utilize district personnel to provide training and support to staff to meet nutrition standards for preparing healthy meals, engaging staff in wellness activities, creating partnerships in providing excellent food to our students; and utilizing smarter lunch room tools and strategies to increase intake of healthy food choices, decrease waste, and improve participation. All school nutrition program managers, staff, and directors will meet or exceed hiring and annual continuing education/training requirements in the USDA Professional Standards for Child Nutrition Professionals; • District employees, students, or sanctioned school organizations will be required to adhere to district guidelines for fundraisers and encouraged to offer health-promoting activities such as non-food items, physical activity/ related options, or healthy food and beverage options which follow USDA Nutrition Standards (see Regulation-Nutritional Guidelines, Nutrition Standards for All Foods Sold in Schools), unless exempted under state guidelines. Any fundraiser which does not meet the Smart Snack rules can only be conducted if the following criteria are met: - Each school site shall designate a Smart Snacks in School Exempt Fundraiser contact person who shall be responsible for maintaining up-to-date documentation regarding each all food related fundraisers held at the school site; - A limit of thirty (30) exempt fundraisers per semester may be held at the High School. All other schools have a limit of fifteen (15) exempt fundraisers per semester.. (Vending machines, snack shops, and student stores are all considered fundraisers; - Exempt fundraisers are prohibited from taking place while meals are being served to students under the NSLP (National School Lunch Program) or the SBP (School Breakfast Program) and while after-school snacks are being served to students under ASSP (AfterSchool Snack Program); - The maximum duration of any individual exempt fundraiser shall be fourteen (14) days; - For each individual exempt fundraiser, documentation must be kept on file at the school site showing (1) the school organization, activity, class, or other group that benefits from the fundraiser, and (2) the date(s) the fundraiser is conducted, with the duration not to exceed fourteen (14) days. • Only healthy food and beverage options that meet the USDA Smart Snack Nutrition standards and nutrition guidelines for all foods and beverages provided, but not sold, to students during the school day, such as classroom parties, classroom snacks brought by parents, or other foods given as incentives, will follow the standards and nutrition guidelines, with two exemptions allowed from these standards per year. • Teachers will be encouraged to provide only non-food items as rewards for academic performance or student behavior; • Promote marketing that emphasizes only foods and beverages that meet Smart Snacks in School nutrition standards; • Support the health and well-being of every employee along with programs and agencies that promote healthy lifestyles; • Provide nutrition education to families and the community through parental communication, educational workshops, screening services, and healthrelated exhibitions/fairs. Child Nutrition will offer hands-on nutrition education classes and activities for K-12 students.

INSPECTION OF DATA COLLECTION INSTRUMENTS The district will take appropriate steps in compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act to protect student privacy in the event of such collection, disclosure or use of personal information collected from students for the purpose of marketing or selling that information or providing that information to others for that purpose. Parents and eligible students may inspect, upon request, any instrument used in the collection of such information before the instrument is administered or distributed to students. Review of such instruments shall be at a time mutually convenient to the principal involved and the parent. Any complaint by a parent regarding the parent’s inability to inspect any such survey shall be addressed to the Superintendent or designee who shall have final authority over the matter. Revised 1/16/06

SCHOOL AGE..................................................................................5005 All children who reside within the district boundaries and are between the ages of five years on or before September 1 and 21 years on or before September 1, shall be entitled to attend school free of charge in the Union Public School District. Children who have reached the age of four years on or before September 1 of the school year may be admitted to the district’s pre-kindergarten program as space is available and the program is offered.

Children who have reached the age of five years on or before September 1 of the school year may be admitted to kindergarten classes. Except as otherwise provided by law, children shall not be enrolled in the first grade unless they will have reached the age of six years on or before September 1 of the school year. Children who are under five years of age will not be admitted to any Union kindergarten unless said child previously attended a kindergarten class as an underage child in a school approved/accredited by a State Board of Education or a Department of Defense School for military dependents.

SCHOOL MEAL SERVICE THROUGH THE USDA NATIONAL LUNCH AND BREAKFAST PROGRAM The district Child Nutrition Program will serve reimbursable meals that meet the USDA’s (United States Department of Agriculture) current meal pattern requirements as well as follow the principles of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Meal programs include lunch, breakfast, fresh fruits and vegetables grants, summer food program, breakfast in the classroom (in Title I schools) and after-school snack programs. All meals will: • Be posted on the district website or individual school websites, and will include nutrient content; • Offer whole grains, fruits, and vegetables per USDA standards; • Be accessible to all students, encouraging students to start each day with a healthy breakfast; • Be appealing and attractive to students and staff of various ages and diverse backgrounds; • Be served in clean and pleasant settings; • Be designed to feature fresh fruits and vegetables from local sources to the greatest extent possible, and to pursue partnerships with local/regional farms to facilitate a Farm-to-School program; • Include the provision of safe, unflavored, cool drinking water throughout the school day at no cost to students and only allow low-fat or non-fat varieties of milk and 100% juice with no added caloric sweeteners; and

Students who are handicapped may receive special education services as determined by their Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Revised 11/8/10

WELLNESS......................................................................................5007

Union Public Schools recognizes the relationship between academic achievement and student health and wellness. Union Public Schools is committed to providing a school environment that encourages nutritious eating habits, wellness, and appropriate physical activity as a means of promoting academic success, engaging students, and encouraging lifelong health. HEALTH AND NUTRITION EDUCATION The aim of Union Public Schools’ pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade health and wellness education is to empower students to develop healthy behaviors, skills, and attitudes by providing a variety of fitness and health awareness opportunities, while establishing school and community partnerships that encourage healthy lifelong choices. The health and wellness educational environment will include the following components: Health Education; Physical Education; Health Services; Nutrition Services; Counseling, Psychological, and Social Services;

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WELLNESS (Cont.).........................................................................5007 •

As further set out below, the district retains the discretion to reject requests for the administration of medication and to discontinue the administration of medication. A student who has a legitimate health need for a medicine shall deliver the medicine to the school nurse or school administrator in its original container with the written authorization of the student’s parent or guardian for administration of the medicine. The parent’s authorization must identify the student, the medicine, and include or refer to the label for instructions on administration of the medicine. The medicine will be administered to the student only by the school nurse, an administrator or a designated employee pursuant to the parent’s instructions and the directions for use on the label or in the physician’s prescription. A new authorization form must be completed for each change of medication. Any medication requiring administration longer than two weeks must be accompanied by a physician’s written request. If there are no changes, the authorization must be renewed yearly. If a student brings medications to school without a properly completed authorization form, the school will inform the student’s legal custodian of district policy and the inability to give the medication. The student’s legal custodian may, however, come to the school and dispense the medication to the student. When medication is completed and/or at the end of the school year, the authorization form will be kept in the nurse’s office for a period of three (3) years. Forms for medication administration are available in the nurse’s office.

Include foods high in whole grains with ample fruits and vegetables, as well as foods that are free of added trans-fat, low in added fats, sugars, and sodium, have age-appropriate caloric levels, and are served in appropriate portion sizes consistent with USDA standards.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION The district recognizes the importance of physical activity and physical education in promoting health and academic achievement and student engagement. Physical activity is an important part of a student’s comprehensive, well-rounded education program that will positively impact lifelong health and well-being. The district supports quality physical activity throughout the school day. • Time spent participating in physical activities, per state law, will meet the requirements for accreditation by the Oklahoma State Board of Education. Students in all grades will be offered a range of physical activity choices, which may include competitive and non-competitive options. • The District will offer all students (K-12) short physical activity breaks throughout the day to let them stretch, move around, and break up their time spent sitting. These physical activity breaks may take place during and/or between classroom times; • Students participating in physical education will be moderately to vigorously active for the majority of class time; • The district provides proper and safe equipment and facilities to support physical education classes and other school-sponsored physical activities; • Schools may choose to have a walk- or bike-to-school initiative, when appropriate. Parents will be encouraged to organize adult-supervised groups to facilitate safe walking and biking. • Training for teachers on integrating physical activity into the curriculum may be provided as part of the professional development opportunities in the district.

The school nurse shall keep a record of the students to whom medicine is administered, the date of administration, the person who administered the medicine, and the name or type of medicine administered. Medications must be stored in a separate locked cabinet and not readily accessible to persons other than the persons who will administer the medication. Medications requiring refrigeration will be refrigerated in a secure area. Any person administering medicine to a student will be trained annually by October 1 of each year by a school nurse to administer medication. Only those successfully completing the training will be authorized to give medication. A current list of those authorized to give medication will be kept at each school and by the school nurse. Training will include: A. Review of state statutes and school regulations (including this policy) regarding administration of medication by school personnel. B. Procedures for administration, documentation, handling and storage of medication. C. Medication needs of specific students, desired effects, potential side effects, adverse reactions and other observations.

MONITORING, POLICY REVIEW, AND EVALUATION An assessment of the district’s Wellness Policy will be completed at least once every three (3) years to help review policy compliance, assess progress, and determine areas of improvement. As part of that review, the district Wellness Policy Council, which includes teachers, administrators, students, parents, Child Nutrition personnel, and community members (such as medical professionals), will review nutrition and physical activity policies; review nutrition and physical education policies and program elements; and review environmental provisions that support healthy eating and physical activity. During the triennial assessment the District will assess how its policy compares with the latest national recommendations on school health, and will update the policy accordingly. Results from these assessments,, as well as input from stakeholders, will be utilized to plan for future improvements. Results and information about the Wellness Policy and its implementation will be posted on the district web page to inform the public, and will also be communicated using other venues such as PTA meetings, Board of Education meetings, and Healthy and Fit School Advisory Committee meetings.

Students who are able to self-administer specific medications (inhalers) may do so provided such medication and special equipment are transported and maintained under the students’ control within all of the following guidelines: A. A licensed physician or dentist provides a written order that the student has a particular medical condition (asthma, etc.), is capable of and has been instructed in the proper method of selfadministration of medication. It is the student’s legal custodian’s responsibility to contact the physician and have the physician complete and sign the required order. B. There is a written legal custodian authorization for self-administration of medication. C. Parents and guardians who elect to have the student self-medicate are accepting that the district, its agents and employees shall incur no liability for any adverse reaction or injury suffered by the student as a result of the self-administration of medication and/or using the specialized equipment. D. The written authorization will terminate at the end of the school year and must be renewed annually. E. If the legal custodian and physician authorize self-medication, the district is not responsible for safeguarding the student’s medications or specialized equipment such as asthma inhalers. F. Students who self-medicate are prohibited from sharing or playing with their medication, special equipment, i.e., inhalers, etc. If a student engages in these activities, the legal custodian will be contacted and a conference will be scheduled with the legal custodian, student, nurse and other appropriate persons.

Oversight for the district Wellness Policy will be maintained by the Director of Child Nutrition and the District Wellness Policy Council. HEALTHY AND FIT SCHOOL ADVISORY COMMITTEE Each school shall establish a Healthy and Fit School Advisory Committee to be composed of at least six members. The Advisory Committee may be composed of teachers, administrators, parents of students, health care professionals and business community representatives who have the authority and responsibility to ensure each school site complies with this policy. The Healthy and Fit School Advisory Committee may be combined with the Safe School Committee as determined by the site principal. Revised 12/10/18

MEDICATIONS................................................................................5008

Under Oklahoma law, a school nurse, an administrator or a designated school employee may administer prescription and nonprescription medications to students. For purposes of the policy, “medicine” or “medications” includes prescription medications and over-the-counter medicines such as, but not limited to, aspirin, cough syrup and medicated ointments.

MEDICATION POLICY EXCEPTION Union Public Schools allows for an exception to the medication policy when a physician deems it essential and appropriate for a student with asthma to carry an inhaler or a student with a severe allergic reaction to carry an epinephrine injector with them at all times and self-administer the medication as prescribed.

The term “legal custodian” means a parent, a court-appointed guardian or a person having legal custody.

The following policy outlines the procedures necessary for an exception to Board Policy #5008: A. A “School Asthma Management Plan” or an “Allergy Action Plan” will be completed by the legal custodian and remain on file in the nurse’s office for the school year an exception is desired. B. A copy of the Asthma Management Plan or Allergy Action Plan will be given to the student’s teacher and other appropriate school personnel. The legal custodian assumes responsibility for updating medical and emergency contact information on the plan.

Except as provided below, students may not retain possession of or self-administer any medicine. Violation of this rule will be reported to the student’s parents and may result in discipline including suspension. Medicine shall not be administered to students by teachers or administrators except pursuant to the provisions of this policy. Only designated employees who have successfully completed specific training in the administration of nonprescription and prescription medications may administer such medications.

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MEDICATIONS (Cont.)....................................................................5008

D. Any apparent change in the medication’s appearance, odor or other characteristics that question the quality of the medication; and E. The medication expiration date has passed.

C. All medication brought to school must have the pharmacy label attached with the name and address of the pharmacy of origin, date of filling, name of student, name of physician, name of prescribed medication, directions for administration and prescription number. D. An authorization form must be signed by the prescribing physician, the student’s legal custodian and the student. Signing of the authorization indicates the student has been trained in proper use of the medication and is responsible for keeping the medication in a safe and responsible manner. E. In the absence of either physician/legal custodian authorization form or a medication properly labeled from a pharmacy, the student will not be allowed to retain his medication or to self-medicate. F. A properly labeled inhaler or epinephrine injector will also be stored in the nurse’s office to ensure medication is available. G. The student will go to the nurse after each self-administered dose of medication for evaluation and documentation.

Revised 12/12/11

SPORTS-RELATED CONCUSSION MANAGEMENT....................5009

In accordance with Oklahoma Statutes, Union Public Schools has a Concussion Management Policy that is maintained and administered by the Union Athletic Department, Athletic Trainer, and Team Physician. Adopted 11/8/10

IMMUNIZATIONS............................................................................5010

In order to comply with the Oklahoma School Immunization Law, no student may attend Union Public Schools unless the parent/guardian presents to the appropriate school authorities certification from a licensed physician, or the appropriate public health authorities that such student has received or is in the process of receiving the immunizations required by the Oklahoma State Health Department. The immunizations required and the frequency of their administration will be prescribed by the State Board of Health.

Students will not be allowed to self-administer: A. narcotics B. prescription pain killers C. controlled drugs D. other medication hereafter designated in writing by the district.

Exemptions from the immunization requirements are authorized in the law for medical, religious, and personal reasons. Medical: A parent/guardian may submit to the health authority a certificate signed by a licensed physician stating that the physical condition of the student is such that the immunization would endanger the life or health of the student and thus be exempted from the immunization requirements. Religious: The parent/guardian must present a signed written statement briefly summarizing his/her objections. Personal: The parent/guardian must present a Certificate of Exemption complete with a brief statement summarizing his/her objections to immunizations on philosophical grounds. Lost or unobtainable immunization records are not grounds for personal exemptions.

Students may administer injectables only in the school office in the presence of authorized school personnel. The district strongly recommends that students who must self-medicate should wear Medic Alert bracelets or necklaces. Nonprescription medication will only be administered by school staff with written authorization of the legal custodian. The nonprescription medication will be administered according to label directions or written instructions from the student’s physician. The medication must be in the original container that indicates: A. Student name (affixed to the container) B. Ingredients C. Expiration date D. Dosage and frequency E. Administration route, i.e., oral, drops, etc. F. Other directions as appropriate.

Unimmunized students attending school on the basis of an exemption due to medical contraindications, religious, or personal objections to immunizations are at high risk for disease infection if exposed. For their protection and for the protection of the community, these students may be excluded from school for the duration of any outbreak of vaccine-preventable disease. Students may be given credit for make-up work.

Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) and products containing salicylic acid will only be administered with written instructions of the student’s physician. It is the responsibility of the legal custodian to maintain the supply.

Revised 12/8/97

AIDS/HIV AND OTHER COMMUNICABLE DISEASES.................5013

Prescription medication will only be administered by school staff with written authorization and instructions.

Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is one of a number of communicable diseases which require special precautions to prevent transmission in the school environment. Because there is no cure for AIDS and because it is a lifethreatening disease, it is imperative that specialized procedures be followed in the management of a student who is diagnosed as a carrier of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). This policy addresses admission and management of students with Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS).

Prescription medication must be in the original container that indicates: A. Student name B. Name and strength of medication and expiration date C. Dosage and directions for administration D. Name of the licensed physician or dentist E. Date, name, address and phone number of the pharmacy. It is the responsibility of the legal custodian to maintain the supply.

NATURE OF THE VIRUS AIDS is a disease which disables the body from fighting infection. The cause of the disease is infection by HIV. Two categories of outcomes result from infection by HIV. AIDS is the more severe form of the infection. The second, and most common, form of infection by HIV causes the affected person to be an Asymptomatic Carrier, having no symptoms but still believed capable of transmitting the virus to others. Based upon the medical evidence presently available, it appears that both of the two levels or stages of HIV infection are contagious under certain conditions.

Any medication that is not reclaimed by the legal custodian by the last official day of the school year or reclaimed within seven days of being discontinued by the prescribing physician will be destroyed by the designated employee or the school nurse in the presence of a witness according to the following procedures: A. Medication will be destroyed in a non-recoverable fashion: 1. Pour liquid medication into a sealable plastic bag. Add kitty litter, seal the bag, and put it in the trash. 2. Pills or tablets should be crushed and placed in a sealable plastic bag. Add kitty litter, seal the bag, and put it in the trash. B. The following information will be charted on the student’s medication log and signed by the school nurse and a witness. This form will be maintained in the nurse’s office for a period of three (3) years: 1. date of destruction 2. time of destruction 3. name and quantity of medication destroyed 4. manner of destruction of medication

TRANSMISSION OF HIV HIV (unlike many other communicable diseases) is not believed by most medical authorities to be transmissible through casual contact in the normal school environment. Present medical knowledge indicates that HIV is transmitted by the introduction of the virus into the blood stream through sexual contact, sharing of hypodermic needles among intravenous drug users, receiving blood transfusions from infected individuals, or at birth. Pending further research, however, any spill of body fluid (blood, tears, semen, saliva, vomitus, urine, or excrement) by an HIV-infected individual should be considered as a possible source of infection. CLEANUP OF BODY FLUIDS Since it is not always known whether a student is infected with HIV, the district will follow the requirements of the Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan in all situations requiring the cleanup of body fluids.

Any and all controlled substances will be destroyed according to state law. The school nurse will advise the principal if discontinuance of medication is appropriate and assist in informing the legal custodian before mailing a discontinuance letter. Legitimate reasons for discontinuing administration of medication would include, but not be limited to: A. A legitimate lack of space or facility to adequately store specific medication; B. Lack of cooperation by the student, parent or guardian and/or prescribing doctor and the district; C. An unexpected and/or adverse medical reaction to the medication at school, i.e., mood change, allergic reaction, etc., considered to be deleterious to the health and well-being of the student;

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REFERRAL OF STUDENTS DIAGNOSED WITH HIV/AIDS When school administrators learn that a student may have HIV or AIDS, the Superintendent may refer the matter to the Oklahoma State Health Department and request that it convene a multi-disciplinary team for evaluation and recommendation to the school for placement of the student. The student’s parents or legal guardian, legal representative or legal custodian, the student’s physician, a representative of the Superintendent, a representative of the Oklahoma State Health Department, and a representative of the State Department of Education may be included in the multi-disciplinary team.

AIDS/HIV AND OTHER COMMUNICABLE DISEASES (Cont.)............. 5013

G. All DHS reports should be reported to the Director of Security by the principal and the Director of Security will inform Law Enforcement.

If the case is verified by medical authorities as HIV or AIDS and if there is a possibility that other students or employees might become infected from the student, the Superintendent is authorized to arrange a safe, temporary placement for the student until permanent arrangements can be made.

State statutes on child abuse reporting require all of the following to report promptly to the county office of the Department of Human Services in the county in which the suspected injury occurred: A. Physician or surgeon, including doctors of medicine and dentistry, licensed osteopathic physician, residents and interns, examining, attending, or treating a child under the age of eighteen; B. Registered nurse examining, attending, or treating such a child in absence of a physician or surgeon; C. Teacher of any child under the age of eighteen; D. Other person having reason to believe that a child under the age of eighteen years has had physical injury or injuries inflicted upon him/her by other than accidental means where the injury appears to have been caused as a result of physical abuse, sexual abuse, or neglect.

If an alternative educational program is required, the program will be established in the least restrictive environment possible. The principal is to establish a separate file on that student to which only he/she and those identified employees are to have access. No entry regarding the HIV or AIDS condition is to be made on the student’s cumulative record, health card, the computerized student database, or any other record. Revised 12/9/13

CONTAGIOUS CONDITIONS/HEAD LICE............................................. 5015

It is a misdemeanor for any person to knowingly and willfully fail to promptly report any incident of suspected abuse. The person who has direct information about the abuse, or the person in whom the child has confided, is responsible for filing the report within 48 hours. The report must contain the following information: A. Child’s name, birth date, school, grade. B. List of sibling(s). C. Name of adult(s) with whom child resides. D. Parent/guardian’s name, address, phone number, place of employment, and work phone number. E. Nature and extent of child’s injury, including any evidence of previous injuries. F. Description of circumstances. G. Documentation of the school nurse’s examination of the injuries. H. Documentation of the name of the DHS personnel contacted, date, and time of contact. I. Documentation of the name and badge number of the police officer, if the child requires transportation to shelter or a physician. J. Signatures of school personnel filing report. K. All Child Abuse Reporting forms will be kept in a confidential file by the school nurse, building principal, and counselor.

The following policy has been set forth to safeguard students and school personnel from contagious diseases or from an outbreak of pediculosis (head lice). CONTAGIOUS CONDITIONS Any student with a contagious condition may be excluded from school.

Before returning to school, the student may be required to present a certificate from a health professional or an authorized representative of the Oklahoma State Health Department verifying that the student is no longer contagious. After readmittance, the school nurse may periodically check the student. Should a reinfection occur, the student may again be excluded from school. PEDICULOSIS (HEAD LICE) Any student with head lice will be excluded from school. Before returning to school, the student must be treated and all lice must be removed from the hair. The student will only be readmitted to the classroom after the school nurse determines there are no live lice present in the student’s hair.

The Child Abuse Reporting form is available at each site.

After readmittance, the school nurse may periodically check the student for head lice. Should a reinfestation occur, the student will again be excluded from school. Students missing more than two (2) consecutive days of school for head lice may be considered truant.

Any person participating in good faith and exercising due care in the making of a report, or any person allowing access to a child by a person authorized to investigate a report concerning the child, shall have immunity from any liability, civil or criminal, that might otherwise be incurred or imposed. Any such participant shall have the same immunity with respect to participation in any judicial proceeding resulting from such report.

Revised 11/8/10

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, LAW ENFORCEMENT, MENTAL HEALTH PROVIDER INTERVIEWS ON SCHOOL PREMISES.............................................................................. 5016

Any person who knowingly and willfully makes a false report, or makes a report that the person knows lacks factual foundation, may be reported by the Department of Human Services to local law enforcement for criminal investigation and, upon conviction thereof, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

In accordance with Oklahoma law, teachers and other district employees are required to report to the Department of Human Services suspected cases of physical abuse or neglect involving students. The Board of Education fully supports that requirement and has established this policy to facilitate such reporting.

LAW ENFORCEMENT Should it become necessary for a properly identified member of a law enforcement agency to talk to a student and/or school personnel during the school day, the following procedures should be observed to assist law enforcement officers and to protect the rights of pupils and parents: A. All properly identified law enforcement personnel will coordinate all business through the principal’s office or the security director’s office. B. If requested by a law enforcement officer an administrator or designee may be present during an interview. C. School personnel will obtain documentation of the name and badge number of law enforcement officers at the time of the interview.

The following reporting procedures are to be implemented by all Union Public School personnel: Notification to the Department of Human Services of child abuse should be made by telephone, in writing, or in person. The following provisions are stipulated: A. Any report must be made in good faith. B. No privilege or contract shall relieve any person from the requirement of reporting. C. No employer, supervisor, or administrator shall impede or inhibit the reporting obligations. D. No employer, supervisor, or administrator shall retaliate against a person who, in good faith, provides child abuse reports or information, or who testifies in a proceeding regarding child abuse. Requirements: A. DHS may conduct an interview and examination of the child at any reasonable time and at any place including, but not limited to, the child’s school. School personnel will obtain documentation of the name and identification of DHS personnel conducting the interview. If requested by a DHS representative, an administrator may be present during an interview. B. Any DHS records must be kept in a confidential file in the principal’s office and transmitted in the same manner as special education records and are subject to FERPA policy. C. Access to such records may be made available by the principal to a person designated to assist in the treatment of, or with services provided to, the child. D. These records must be destroyed when the child reaches eighteen years of age. E. Whenever a child transfers from one school district to another, the building principal must forward to the receiving school all reports of sexual abuse and severe physical abuse received from DHS. F. The building principal must also notify DHS of the child’s new school and address, if known.

MENTAL HEALTH PROVIDERS A. Except with prior permission of the Superintendent, third party mental health providers may not conduct student interviews or provide therapy to a student during school hours or on school property unless specified on a student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) program. Revised 12/10/18

SUPERVISION AND DISMISSAL OF STUDENTS 5020............................................................................... Teachers should never leave their classes unattended.

Teachers shall not dismiss pupils before the regular dismissal bell or permit them to leave the building or school grounds during school hours without permission of the building principal or designee. It is recommended that parents not check out students during the last 30 minutes of the school day. If it becomes necessary that a pupil be sent from a room because of behavioral problems, it is the teacher’s responsibility to see that the pupil goes directly to the principal and that the principal or designee is notified of the offense immediately. No teacher may permanently dismiss or suspend a student from a class or school.

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Revised 12/11/17

LOST/DAMAGED TEXTBOOKS, LIBRARY MATERIALS, AND COMPUTERS/ ELECTRONIC DEVICES.................................................................5022

Students who are issued or checked out a textbook or computer/electronic device or who check out a library book and subsequently fail to return that same item shall reimburse the district for full replacement cost. Charges for damaged, non-reissuable books and items can be imposed by the building principal. Books/ items damaged to the point that they cannot be reissued are treated as lost books/items with full replacement cost being assessed.

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Parents or students will be given a refund if the book/item is found and returned in reissuable condition before June 30. Revised 12/10/18

ATTENDANCE.................................................................................5025

Educational programs are built on the foundation of continuity of instruction and participation in the classroom setting. Consistent classroom attendance can lead to the development of strong work habits, responsibility, and self-discipline. Because attendance also has a definite correlation to academic performance, the quality of a student’s education suffers when he/she is absent from class. Students are encouraged to maintain regular attendance and to schedule nonacademic activities during times which will not conflict with classroom instruction. Students will be recorded as “absent” when they are late to their assigned class or do not attend in accordance with each building’s administrative regulations. This will apply to both the regular schedule and to a modified schedule.

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CATEGORIES OF ABSENCES Excused Absence: A. An absence, as defined by Oklahoma Statute, is classified as excused only if one of the following conditions exists. 1. The student is excused from attending school by reason of mental or physical disability as determined by the district upon receipt of written recommendation by a duly licensed and practicing physician. 2. The student is excused from attendance at school during observance of a religious holiday. 3. The student is excused from attendance at school if the absence is deemed by the principal and parent/guardian to be an emergency. 4. A student who has attained his/her 16th birthday is excused from attending school by written, joint agreement between (a) the school administrator of the district where the student attends school, and (b) the parent/guardian. It must be determined that such action is in the best interest of the student and/or the community and the student will be under the supervision of the parent/guardian until the student has reached the age of 18 years. B. An excused absence as outlined above will not count against the number of allowable absences. C. A student is excused from attendance if the parent/legal guardian has been called to duty for, is on leave from, or has immediately returned from deployment to a combat zone or combat support posting and may be granted excused absences at the discretion of the Superintendent or designee.

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provided for the full term the schools of the district are in session; and it shall be unlawful for any child who is over the age of 12 years and under the age of 18 years, and who has not finished four years of high school work, to neglect or refuse to attend and comply with the rules of some public, private, or other school, or receive an education by other means for the full term the schools of the district are in session. If a child is absent without valid excuse four or more days or parts of days within a four-week period, the principal or designee shall notify the parent, guardian or custodian of the child with an attendance warning letter. After the warning letter is sent, the parent, guardian, or custodian of the child does not comply with the compulsory attendance laws and six (6) additional days are recorded, the principal or designee shall immediately report such absences to the district residency/ truancy officer in the Enrollment Center. The residency/truancy officer will then report to the Tulsa County District Attorney pursuant to Okla. Stat. Tit. 70, Article X, Section 232 or the appropriate City of Tulsa official when a city ordinance applies. All students attending Union schools, unless they are legally emancipated or meet the requirements to qualify for “self-support,” shall be required to have absences excused by their parent/guardian. Students who are legally emancipated or meet the requirements of “self-support” may assume responsibility for all absences. The maximum number of absences for activities, whether sponsored by the school or outside agency/ organization, which removes any student from the classroom shall be ten (10) for any one class period of each school year. Excluded from this number are state and national levels of schoolsponsored contests. State and national contests are those for which a student must earn the right to compete. The criteria for earning the right to represent the school in any activity or contest must be submitted in writing by local school sponsors and approved by the Board of Education. The Internal Activities Review Committee includes the Executive Director of Secondary Education, Director of Fine Arts, Director of Athletics, and Activity Coordinator. This committee shall be responsible for reviewing and recommending any deviation of the activities policy to the Board of Education. Any deviation from the ten days absence rule shall not exceed five days. College visitations may be counted as a school activity and will not count as an absence provided the following criteria are met: 1. limited to two per year, 2. parent notifies attendance office, 3. documentation confirming the visit is provided by the college or university and turned in to the attendance office upon return to school.

Semester exam exemption (High School and 9th Grade Center): To encourage students to attend class regularly, the following incentive is available: A. Students who have no more than three absences in the semester may, with parent approval, waive one semester exam in a course in which they have an “A” average. B. Students who have no more than two absences for the semester may, with parent approval, waive one semester exam in a course in which they have a “B” or better average. C. Students who have no more than one absence for the semester may, with parent approval, waive one semester exam in a course in which they have a “C” or better average. D. Seniors who meet the above criteria may, with parent approval, exempt all semester exams during the spring semester.

Unexcused Absence: A. When a student misses one or more classes during a school day with or without the knowledge or permission of a parent/guardian and school authorities provided the absence does not qualify as an excused absence. B. Unexcused absences are limited to ten per semester for each class. Students who exceed ten absences in a semester may receive an “F” grade for that class. C. If a student exceeds ten unexcused absences, a doctor’s statement that confirms the dates of the illness may be turned in to the attendance office upon the student’s return to school resulting in the absence(s) being changed to an excused absence(s). D. Students who fail based only on their attendance exceeding the ten-day limit may submit an appeal to a site committee composed of an administrator, the school nurse, a teacher and a counselor.

Revised 12/10/18

PROMOTION, PLACEMENT, AND RETENTION................................. 5030 OF STUDENTS

Promotion is the expected culmination of a school year and affects the teacher, pupil, and parents. Therefore, serious consideration should be given to the following factors: A. Number of years retained. B. Chronological age. C. Scholastic achievement. D. Cognitive ability. E. Developmental and social maturity. Whenever a teacher or teachers recommend that a student be retained at the present grade level or not be passed in a course, the parent/guardian of elementary students should be notified of the recommendation by the end of the third quarter. If dissatisfied with the recommendation, the parent/guardian may appeal the decision by complying with the district’s appeal process. The decision of the Board of Education shall be final. The parent/guardian may prepare a written statement to be placed in the file and become a part of the permanent record of the student stating the reason(s) for disagreeing with the decision of the Board of Education.

ATTENDANCE PROVISIONS A. If a student is absent, a parent or guardian must notify the school office, give reason for the absence, and approximate date of return. B. Students who are unaccounted for and/or truant may receive additional disciplinary action in accordance with Board Policy #5050. C. Students must be in attendance at least two of the first three hours or two of the last three hours to be recorded present one-half day, each for the morning and afternoon. D. Students are encouraged to make up any work missed due to an absence. In order to receive credit, the student is responsible for obtaining, completing and returning to the teacher the assignments missed during the absence. In general, students will be granted one school day for each school day missed due to an absence. More time may be allowed at the discretion of the teacher, depending on the nature of the assignment(s) and length of the absence. E. It shall be unlawful for a parent, guardian, custodian, or other persons having control of a child who is over the age of five years and under the age of 18 years, and who has not finished four years of high school work, to neglect or refuse to cause or compel such child to attend and comply with the rules of some public, private, or other school, unless other means of education are

Because enrollment in the primary multiage program may be for two or three years, parents/guardians and teachers are encouraged to communicate regularly about the child’s progress.

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PROMOTION, PLACEMENT, AND RETENTION...........................5030 OF STUDENTS (Cont.)

G. Students who have been granted an exemption for medical emergencies by the State Department of Education.

The district reserves the right to determine placement for students in any class/ program exclusive of the provisions of an Individual Education Plan (IEP).

Probationary Promotion A third grade student who scores at the unsatisfactory level on the reading portion of the third grade statewide criterion-referenced test may be evaluated for a probationary promotion by the Student Reading Proficiency Team. The student shall be promoted to the fourth grade if the team members unanimously recommend probationary promotion to the school principal and the Superintendent, and the principal and Superintendent approve the recommendation that promotion is the best option for the student. If a student is allowed a probationary promotion, the team shall continue to review the reading performance of the student and repeat the requirements of this paragraph each academic year until the student demonstrates grade-level reading proficiency, as identified through a screening instrument which meets the acquisition of reading skills for the corresponding grade level in which the student is enrolled or transitions to the requirements set forth by the Achieving Classroom Excellence Act. The Student Reading Proficiency Team shall be composed of: A. Parent(s) and/or guardian(s) of the student, B. Teacher assigned to the student who had responsibility for reading instruction in that academic year, C. Teacher in reading who teaches in the subsequent grade level, and D. Certified reading specialist.

APPEALS PROCEDURE FOR RETENTION OF STUDENTS (with the exception of third grade) A. An appeal may be requested by letter to the principal. This request should be made within ten calendar days after the parent/guardian is aware of the student’s grade or promotion status. B. The principal or designee shall hold a conference with the teacher and the parent/guardian as soon as possible after receipt of the appeal. The conference will be held during regular school hours, Monday through Friday, with consideration given to the hours of working parents whenever possible. C. At the conference, the principal will read Board Policy #5030 and ask the teacher to explain the rationale for the teacher’s decision. The parent/ guardian will be given the opportunity to respond and present evidence that supports the parent/guardian position. D. At the conclusion of the conference, the principal will state, in writing, whether he/she will uphold, rescind, or modify the teacher’s decision. In all cases, the parent/guardian will be advised of the right to have the decision reviewed by the Superintendent or designee. E. If the parent/guardian desires a further appeal, he/she should request in writing an additional appeal to the Superintendent or designee within five calendar days. F. The Superintendent or designee shall hold a conference with the principal and the parent/guardian as soon as possible after receipt of the appeal. The conference will be held during regular school hours, Monday through Friday, with consideration given to the hours of working parents whenever possible.

Mid-Year Promotion Students retained in third grade may only be promoted to fourth grade mid-year prior to November 1 and only upon demonstrating a level of proficiency required to score at the proficient level on the statewide third grade criterion-referenced test, or upon demonstrating proficiency in reading at the third-grade level through a State Board of Education approved screening instrument, and upon showing progress sufficient to master appropriate fourth-grade-level skills, as determined by the school. A mid-year promotion shall be made only upon agreement of the parent or guardian of the student and the school principal.

G. At the conference, the Superintendent or designee will read Board Policy #5030 and ask the principal/designee to explain the rationale for the principal/ designee’s decision. The parent/guardian will be given the opportunity to respond and present evidence that supports the parent/guardian position. H. At the conclusion of the conference, the Superintendent or designee will state in writing whether he/she will uphold, rescind, or modify the principal’s decision. In all cases, the parent/guardian will be advised of the right to have the decision reviewed by the Board of Education. I. The parent/guardian must notify the Board of Education in writing if further appeal is desired. The parent/guardian should specify whether they desire an open or closed hearing with the Board of Education. J. The Board of Education will conduct a hearing with all relevant parties present. The Board will advise in writing the parent/guardian, Superintendent, principal, and teacher of its decision. The decision of the Board of Education is final.

Revised 11/14/16

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS...................................................5031

All courses taken for high school credit will be included on the student transcript. Courses taken in grades 9-12 will be considered when calculating the grade point average (GPA). Courses taken for high school credit in grades 7-8 will be listed on the student transcript as a letter grade but will not be considered when calculating the grade point average (GPA). Students must also meet all graduation testing requirements as defined by Oklahoma State Law and the Oklahoma State Department of Education.

THIRD GRADE RETENTION/MID-YEAR PROMOTION FOR THIRD GRADE STUDENTS Oklahoma State law, the Reading Sufficiency Act (RSA), provides specific requirements for third grade students to advance to fourth grade. In order to be promoted to fourth grade automatically, a student must: • Demonstrate proficiency in reading at the third-grade level through a screening instrument approved by the State of Oklahoma, or • Score advanced or proficient on the reading comprehension and vocabulary portion of the Oklahoma School Testing Program (OSTP).

Minimum Graduation Requirements: CORE COURSEWORK: 14 UNITS • Language Arts/English: 4 units or competencies which include Grammar and Composition, American Literature, World Literature and English Literature or their equivalent • Math: 3 units or competencies including Algebra I (three units in mathematics must be completed in the ninth through twelfth grades) • Science: 3 units or competencies including one unit must be a life science meeting the standards for Biology I. One unit must be a physical science meeting the standards for physical science, chemistry or physics. • History: 3 units including 1/2 (unit or competency) OK History, 1/2 US Government, 1 US History, and 1 selected from the subjects of History, Government, Geography, Economics, Civics, or non-Western culture and approved to meet college admission requirements. • One unit or set of competencies. One additional unit selected from above or Career and Technology Education courses, concurrently enrolled courses, advanced placement courses or International Baccalaureate courses approved for college admission can also meet the requirements of one additional unit or set of competencies from the area of English, math, science, history, computer technology.

If the student does not demonstrate proficiency in reading at the third-grade level or scores unsatisfactory or limited knowledge on the reading comprehension and vocabulary portion of the OSTP, then the student may be promoted if he/she qualifies through one of the “Good Cause Exemptions” or Probationary Promotion. “Good Cause Exemptions” A. Limited-English proficient students who have had less than two (2) years of instruction in an English language learner program; B. Students with disabilities whose individualized education program (IEP), consistent with state law, indicates that the student is to be assessed with alternate achievement standards through the Oklahoma Alternate Assessment Program; C. Students who demonstrate an acceptable level of performance on an alternative standardized reading assessment approved by the State Board of Education; D. Students who demonstrate, through a student portfolio, that the student is reading on grade level as evidenced by demonstration of mastery of the state standards beyond the retention level; E. Students with disabilities who participate in the statewide criterion-referenced tests and who have an individualized education program that reflects that the student has received intensive remediation in reading for more than two (2) years but still demonstrates a deficiency in reading and was previously retained in pre-kindergarten for academic reasons, kindergarten, first grade, second grade, or third grade; F. Students who have received intensive remediation in reading through a program of reading instruction for two (2) or more years but still demonstrate a deficiency in reading and who were previously retained in pre-kindergarten for academic reasons, kindergarten, first grade, second grade, or third grade for a total of two (2) years; and

ELECTIVE COURSEWORK: 9 UNITS To include: • Fine Arts: 1 unit or set of competencies • Foreign Language or Computer Technology: 2 units or set of competencies • Elective Courses: 6 units (to be selected by student)

Total........................................................................................... 23 units OTHER LEGISLATED MANDATES (required for graduation) • Personal Financial Literacy Requirement • CPR/AED Requirement Revised 12/10/18

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WEIGHTED GRADE AND CLASS RANKING PROCEDURES......5032

PROGRESS REPORTS/REPORT CARDS.....................................5035

The teacher shall notify parents whenever the student is failing, and an appointment with the parent may be scheduled. No student shall receive a failing grade for any grading period unless the progress report procedure has been followed. All parents are encouraged to use the district’s online gradebook access as a way to monitor their child’s progress on a continuing basis.

It is the philosophy of the Union Public School District, and the policy of the Board of Education to encourage students to enroll in those courses that challenge even the most academically able student. Students who enroll in these challenging courses are to be compensated by awarding grades that are weighted more than the grades awarded in less academically demanding courses. The basic purpose of the “weighted grade” is to provide an incentive for students to enroll in a program of advanced studies.

Students shall be provided the opportunity to see their grades in order to monitor progress. ELEMENTARY (grades pre-kindergarten through five) After the end of the first quarter, progress reports are to be issued every 4 1/2 weeks for students in grades K-5. A progress report will also be issued whenever there is evidence of the student’s possible failure or significant decline in performance. The signature of the parent/guardian is required on the progress report. The progress report will be distributed to the student. Students will have three days to return properly signed progress reports. If the progress report is not returned within three days, the teacher will contact the parent/guardian.

A. All courses taken for high school credit will be included on the student transcript. Courses taken in grades 9-12 will be considered when calculating the grade point average (GPA). B. For purposes of determining class rank, the following weight systems will be used: Weight Grades A B C D F AP courses: 2.0 6.0 5.0 4.0 1.0 0 Pre-AP/ Designated 1.0 5.0 4.0 3.0 1.0 0 All others: 0 4.0 3.0 2.0 1.0 0 C. Students may receive an AP-weighted grade for certain courses that exceed AP course offerings. This may include high school or college courses In order for this to occur: • The student must exhaust all AP-level courses offered in a subject area and must pass the AP exam(s) with a score (or scores) sufficient to earn college credit for all AP courses taken in the subject area. • The course taken must be a course that exceeds the rigor of the AP courses that the student has already received AP credit for in that subject area. D. Students may receive a Pre-AP/Designated weighted grade for courses that have been identified as Pre-AP or designated as Pre-AP level and approved by the board of education. E. The high school administration will maintain the approved list of courses that qualify for a weighted grade. F. The following designations and/or programs exist to recognize outstanding achievement in the district: • Students who rank in the top ten percent of the class ranking will be known as “Honor Graduates.” • “Union Distinguished Graduates” and “Honor Graduates” will have special seals affixed to their diplomas and the special status will be designated on the transcript. • The designation of “Union Distinguished Graduate” will be made for the students who meet the following requirements: • No grade lower than a “C” • 4.0 GPA on a 6.0 scale • Minimum of 12 units of Pre-AP and/or AP classes, Tulsa Technology Engineering, Biomedical, or Computer Science classes (limit two) or dual credit/concurrent. Three of the 12 units must be AP classes. • 100 hours of school or community service • Formal application in first semester of senior year • Specific course requirements as listed: • Math (4 credits including one credit of higher math - Pre-Calculus Trig or AP Statistics) • Four years of English; • Four years of social studies; • Four years of science; and • Two years of foreign language or computer science; • A total of two credits from any of the following areas with no restric- tions on the number of credits from any given area: fine arts, athlet- ics, business, leadership, computer science, foreign language and other electives offered in Core Curriculum subjects. • Students enrolled in Early College High School or those who earn more than 30 college hours concurrently while in high school, com- plete 100 hours of community service, and submit the formal application the first semester of the senior year will also receive the designation of Distinguished Graduate.

Based on the performance of each student, mastery levels/grades shall be averaged at the close of each nine-week period. SECONDARY (grades six-twelve) Progress reports will be issued every 4 1/2 weeks. The first progress report of the school year and the final report card of the school year will be mailed. Grades are to be calculated cumulatively during each semester. The teacher shall notify parents whenever there is evidence of the student’s possible failure or significant decline in performance, and an appointment with the parent may be scheduled. Revised 12/8/14

INCLUDING STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES IN STATE AND DISTRICTWIDE ASSESSMENTS...................................................5037

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires school districts to include students with disabilities in state and districtwide assessments with appropriate accommodations where necessary (34CFR 300.18). This would include all state and district criterion-referenced (CRT) and norm-referenced (NRT) tests. When students with disabilities cannot participate in the state and districtwide assessments even with appropriate accommodations, these students will participate in alternate assessments as defined by the state or district. The Individual Education Plan (IEP) team will be responsible for identifying the extent of participation in the assessment process and in specifying the testing accommodations. These determinations will be documented in the IEP. All students with disabilities who actively participate in the general education curriculum will be expected to participate in the state and districtwide assessment program with or without appropriate accommodations. Options for participation include: A. Participation without accommodations; B. Participation in all subtests (content areas) or specific subtests of the assessment instrument with appropriate accommodations, as needed; C. Participation in specific subtests of the CRT/NRT with appropriate accommodations and alternate assessment for the remaining content area; D. Participation in the alternate assessment for all content areas as allowed by state law. The district’s alternate assessment procedures will include, but not be limited by, the utilization of standardized developmental checklists, off-grade standardized testing in specific content areas, and the Union Public School Adaptive/Functional Curriculum Checklist. The State Department of Education’s alternate assessment, the Oklahoma Alternate Assessment Program (OAAP) is an out-of-level standardized test or portfolio format. Students with disabilities who do not participate in the general education curriculum are assessed by an alternate assessment as documented in the student’s IEP. The assessment is designed to measure progress toward IEP goals at the student’s instructional level in the same academic areas as students in the general education curriculum.

The valedictorians will be determined by selecting those students who rank in the upper 1% of the class as determined by their weighted grade point average. The salutatorians will be determined by selecting those students who rank in the upper 2% of the class as determined by their weighted grade point average. Two students from the valedictorians will give the commencement address. The two students will be chosen by a graduation program committee appointed by the administration.

When the IEP team determines that a student with disabilities will not participate in the state and districtwide assessment process, it will document why participation is not appropriate and identify the alternate assessment procedure and instrument that will be utilized to measure student progress. The only appropriate justification for a student to not participate in the state and districtwide assessment program is when the IEP team determines that, even with accommodations, the student would be unable to demonstrate at least some of the knowledge and skills tested through the state and districtwide assessment.

Revised 12/10/18

GRADING POLICY FOR EL STUDENTS........................................5033

Students who qualify for an English Learner (EL) program may be graded on a P/F (Pass/Fail) basis for all subjects unless they perform well enough in a particular subject to receive a grade - C or above. This includes students who are being served within the regular classroom or those attending EL classes. The regular classroom teacher will communicate with the EL instructor or the related specialist prior to the implementation of this policy for specific students. Revised 12/10/18

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TESTING ACCOMMODATIONS Testing accommodations are changes in the way a test is administered. Testing accommodations are intended to offset distortions in test scores caused by a disability without invalidating or changing what the test measures. The IEP team will determine the appropriate testing accommodations for each student with a disability. Testing accommodations are not permitted unless specified on the student’s IEP and allowable by state law.

INCLUDING STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES IN STATE AND DISTRICTWIDE ASSESSMENTS (Cont.)......................................5037

B. The drug and alcohol education and prevention programs shall clearly convey to students that the use of illicit drugs and the unlawful possession and use of alcohol is wrong and harmful. C. The district has adopted and shall maintain, as part of its student conduct and discipline policies, mandatory standards of conduct and disciplinary sanctions applicable to all students regarding the use of drugs and alcohol. The standards and sanctions shall be included in the student handbook which is distributed to all students, and copies of these provisions shall be provided to students’ parents at the beginning of each school year. D. Information for students about drug and alcohol counseling, rehabilitation, and re-entry programs available to them in the geographical area shall be maintained in each school within the district. Administrators in each school shall develop age-appropriate measures for making students and/or their parents aware of the availability of the information and for making it easily and freely accessible to them. E. At least every two years, the administration shall conduct a review and evaluation of all the programs and practices implementing these requirements and recommend any needed changes.

Only accommodations that do not invalidate the test results may be utilized. Appropriate testing accommodations should not change or replace the skills that the test targets or is designed to measure. Classroom accommodations that have been identified on the IEP will be permissible as testing accommodations as long as these accommodations do not invalidate the testing instrument. Types of testing accommodations which are acceptable include: A. Presentation format (large print or Braille; read or sign questions for subtests not measuring reading; use of magnifier or hearing aides; translation of directions and test into native language; bilingual version of test; templates to reduce visual field; key words highlighted in directions); B. Response format (use of scribe, computer, communication board or tape recorder to record responses; pencil grip; slant board; dark, heavy or raised lines; mark responses in booklet); C. Timing/scheduling (shorter, multiple sessions; more time for test completion; flexible schedule; time of day); D. Setting (small group or individual sessions, different location, special lighting, adaptive furniture). Invalidation of a test score means that changes in the test presentation, content or response format have resulted in changes in what the test measures. Therefore, the inference made from a given test score is inaccurate. Accommodations that have the potential to invalidate a test score include: A. Reading a reading test to the student; B. Using a calculator on a mathematics test that is designed to measure mental computation; C. Using spelling tools on writing or language arts tests that score the correctness of spelling; D. Paraphrasing that changes the meaning of the text or consistently makes the material easier to read or comprehend; E. Requesting additional time to test beyond the time lines specified by the Oklahoma State Department of Education.

Revised 12/10/18

GANG INVOLVEMENT....................................................................5041

To enhance a safe, secure learning environment and to help foster an attitude of respect for the rights of others, Union Public Schools prohibits any gang-related involvement and activities at school-related functions or on any district property. The district identifies gang activity and/or involvement as: A. Wearing, possessing, using, distributing, displaying, or selling any clothing, jewelry, emblems, badges, symbols, signs, graffiti, or other items that are evidence of membership in or affiliation with a gang or other secret society. B. Committing any act or using any speech, either verbal or non-verbal (gestures, handshakes, stares, etc.), showing membership in or affiliation with a gang or other secret society. C. Using speech or committing an act which furthers interest of any kind in any gang activity, including, but not limited to: 1. Soliciting and/or initiating others for membership in a gang or other secret society. 2. Requesting a person pay for protection or otherwise intimidating or threatening a person. 3. Committing an illegal act or violation of district policies. 4. Inciting other students to act with physical violence upon another person. 5. Engaging in concert with others in intimidating, fighting, assaulting, or threatening to assault others.

Revised 1/16/06

DRUGS, DRUG PARAPHERNALIA, AND ALCOHOL....................5039

ILLEGAL AND ILLICIT DRUGS AND ALCOHOL A. Unlawful possession and use of illicit drugs and/or alcohol is wrong and harmful. B. Students are prohibited from using, being under the influence of, possessing, furnishing, distributing, selling, conspiring to sell or possess, or being in the chain of sale or distribution of alcoholic beverages, illegal or illicit drugs, drug paraphernalia, or other mood-altering substances while at school, on school vehicles, or at any school-sponsored event. C. Illicit drugs include steroids, prescription, and over-the-counter medications being used for an abusive purpose (e.g., when they are not used in compliance with the prescription or directions for use and are not being used to treat a current health condition of the student). Mood-altering substances include paint, glue, aerosol sprays, and similar substances. D. Violation of this rule will result in imposition of disciplinary measures which may include suspension for the remainder of the current semester and the following semester. E. Student violation of this rule, which also constitutes illegal conduct, may be reported to law enforcement authorities. F. Anyone who reasonably suspects that a student is under the influence of, or has in his/her possession, low-point beer, alcoholic beverages, or a controlled dangerous substance, should report such information to an administrator. G. The district may conduct random safety sweeps utilizing canine contraband detection services on district property. NECESSARY MEDICATIONS A. Students may not retain possession of nor self-administer any medication at school without the authorization of a school health official. B. Students who have a legitimate health need for over-the-counter or prescription medication at school shall deliver such medications to the school nurse, principal, or designee with a parental authorization, in compliance with Oklahoma law and district policy and procedures regarding administering medicine to students. C. Violations of this rule will be reported to the student’s parents by the principal and may result in discipline which can include suspension. DISTRIBUTION OF INFORMATION A. Information for students and their parents about drug and alcohol counseling, rehabilitation, and re-entry programs in the geographic area is available from the principal (counselor) at each student’s school. B. Copies of these rules shall be provided to all students and their parents at the beginning of each school year. BOARD OF EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS FOR DRUG-FREE AND ALCOHOL-FREE SCHOOLS The Board of Education of the Union Public School District adopts the following requirements addressing drug and alcohol use by students and employees in order to comply with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989. A. The district shall maintain as part of its curriculum, age-appropriate, developmentally based drug and alcohol education and prevention programs which address the legal, social, and health consequences of drug and alcohol use and which provide information about effective techniques for resisting peer pressure to use illicit drugs or alcohol for all students in all grades offered by the district.

Revised 6/10/96

TOBACCO/TOBACCO PRODUCTS USE......................................5045

The Board of Education understands the concern expressed by parents, educators, students, and other community members regarding the adverse effects of tobacco, tobacco products, vapor products, and electronic cigarettes on the individual. Further, the Board is aware of Oklahoma law that prohibits the possession of tobacco by minors. Therefore, the Board of Education establishes the following policy: In accordance with Oklahoma law and the wishes of parents, educators, and students, tobacco and/or tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco and vapor products/e-cigarettes (as defined in Board Policy #1500), in any form may not be used or possessed by students while on school premises, at school-related events outside school premises, or while in transit to or from school or a schoolrelated event in school-authorized vehicles. Revised 12/14/15

DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT.................................................5046

Discrimination and harassment based on race, age, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, gender expression or identity, sex, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, or veteran status are prohibited. Prohibited conduct includes, but is not limited to, derogatory remarks and acts, including slurs, epithets and other verbal, written, graphic or physical conduct of a hostile, intimidating, abusive, degrading, threatening or violent nature. This prohibition shall include harassment perpetrated by or against a student, employee, patron, vendor or any other person on district property or at district-sponsored functions. REPORTING PROCEDURE A student or the student’s parent may report a complaint for any of these forms of discrimination or harassment to the principal at the school site where the student attends or to the applicable coordinator referenced in Board Policy #5000. The student or the student’s parent may also report a complaint to the assistant principal, counselor, nurse or a teacher. The coordinator, assistant principal or other staff member shall immediately notify the principal of the complaint. If the complaint involves an employee, the principal must immediately report the complaint to the Executive Director of Human Resources. Where complaints involve an employee, the principal and the Executive Director of Human Resources shall investigate the complaint and shall, at the end of the investigation, recommend disciplinary action against the harasser if the complaint is substantiated. Both parties shall be notified of the results of the investigation.

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DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT (Cont.)....................................5046

forms are available from the office of the district’s Title I, Title IX, ADA, Title VII/ADEA and 504 coordinator(s) and in the district’s Human Resources office. A coordinator, assistant principal, counselor, nurse or teacher receiving a complaint under this policy shall immediately notify the building principal. The principal may designate a coordinator to coordinate procedures outlined in this policy except that grievance procedures involving an employee must be coordinated with the Executive Director of Human Resources. Any coordinator or principal who is notified of a grievance under this policy that involves an employee will immediately notify the Executive Director of Human Resources. In cases of employee involvement, the Executive Director of Human Resources shall be included in all procedures, notifications and hearings outlined in #6 through #13 below and shall issue the written decision pursuant to #6 where employee misconduct is alleged. 2. Principal: Notifies respondent within ten days and asks respondent to: a. Confirm or deny facts; b. Indicate acceptance or rejection of grievant’s requested action; or c. Outline alternatives. 3. Respondent: Submits written answer within ten days to the principal. 4. Principal: Within ten days after receiving respondent’s answer, principal notifies the grievant and respondent of the date of a hearing with the grievant, the respondent and the principal. 5. Principal, grievant, and respondent: Hearing is conducted. Testimony of grievant and respondent may be scheduled separately, if deemed appropriate by the principal. 6. Principal: Issues a written decision to the student or employee and respondent within ten days after the hearing. 7. Grievant or respondent: If the grievant or respondent is not satisfied with the decision, he/she must notify the principal within ten days and request, in writing, a hearing with the Superintendent. 8. Principal: Schedules a hearing with the grievant, respondent and Superintendent and notifies the grievant and respondent of the date of the hearing within ten days of the receipt of the request for the hearing. 9. Superintendent, grievant, respondent and principal: Hearing is conducted. 10. Superintendent: Issues a written decision within ten days following the hearing. 11. Grievant: If the grievant or respondent is not satisfied with the decision, he/she must notify the principal, in writing, within ten days and request a hearing with the Board of Education. 12. Principal: Notifies the Board of Education, in writing, within ten days after receiving request. Principal schedules hearing with the Board of Education. Hearing is to be conducted within 30 days from the date of notification to the Board of Education. 13. Hearing held by the Board of Education, grievant, respondent and principal and the Board of Education issues a final decision at the hearing regarding the validity of the grievance and any action to be taken.

If the complaint does not involve an employee, the principal shall investigate the complaint and shall, at the end of the investigation, recommend disciplinary action against the harasser if the complaint is substantiated. Both parties shall be notified of the outcome of the investigation. Any formal grievance investigated under this policy shall be handled pursuant to Board Policy #5047. ACTION TO BE TAKEN Students found in violation of this policy may be subjected to any and all disciplinary action that may be imposed by the district’s policy regarding student behavior (Board Policy #5050). The Executive Director of Human Resources may recommend disciplinary action to be taken against the employee harasser up to and including suspension, demotion, non-reemployment or dismissal, subject to applicable procedural and due process requirements. If the source of prohibited harassment is a member of the public, the district response may include barring the person(s) from district property and/or termination of business relationships with the individual(s). RETALIATION Retaliation shall not be permitted against an individual who complains of these forms of harassment, nor against anyone who testifies on behalf of the complainant, nor anyone who assists or participates in an investigation or proceeding under this policy. Revised 12/11/17

FORMAL GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE FOR FILING, PROCESSING, AND RESOLVING ALLEGED DISCRIMINATION COMPLAINTS .........................................................................................................5047 A. DEFINITIONS 1. Discrimination Grievance - A formal written complaint alleging any policy, procedure or practice which discriminates on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender (including sexual harassment), gender expression or identity, sex, sexual orientation, qualified disability, genetic information, or veteran status. Grievance forms are available from the office of the district’s Title I, Title IX, ADA, Title VII/ADEA and 504 coordinators and will be available in the district Human Resource office. 2. Grievant - A student of the district who submits a grievance alleging discrimination based on race, age, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender (including sexual harassment), gender expression or identity, sex, sexual orientation, qualified disability, genetic information or veteran status. A parent’s grievance shall be treated in the same manner as a student’s grievance. 3. Title I, Title IX, ADA, Title VII/ADEA and 504 Coordinator(s) - The person(s) designated to coordinate efforts to comply with and carry out responsibilities under Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and any other state and federal laws addressing equal educational opportunity. The coordinator under Title I, Title IX, ADA, Title VII/ADEA and 504 may be included in procedures and hearings conducted pursuant to this policy. The coordinator of each statutory scheme may be the same person or different persons. 4. Respondent - The person alleged to be responsible for the violation contained in the grievance. The term may be used to designate persons with responsibility for a particular action or those persons with supervisory responsibility for procedures and policies in those areas covered in the grievance. 5. Day - A working day when the district’s main administrative offices are open. The calculation of days in complaint processing shall exclude Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays.

D. GENERAL PROVISIONS 1. Extension of time: Any time limits set by these procedures may be extended by mutual consent of the parties involved. The total number of days from date that complaint is filed until complaint is resolved shall be no more than 180 days. 2. Access to Regulations: Upon request, the district shall provide copies of any district regulations prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, age, color, national origin, genetic information, religion, pregnancy, gender, gender expression or identity, sex, sexual orientation, qualified handicap or veteran status. 3. Confidentiality during investigation: Confidentiality will be maintained to the extent possible, but during the course of the investigation, interviewing of witnesses and the explanation of allegations to respondent, some information regarding the grievance may necessarily be disclosed. 4. Confidentiality of Documents: Complaint documents will remain confidential, to the extent allowed by law, unless permission is given by the parties involved to release such information. All complaint documents will be kept separate from any other records of the district. No complaint document shall be entered in any personnel file unless adverse employment action is taken against an employee. Complaint documents shall be maintained on file for three years after complaint resolution.

B. RESOLUTION PRIOR TO FILING FORMAL GRIEVANCE Prior to the filing of a formal grievance, the student is encouraged to visit with the building principal or the district’s Title I, Title IX, ADA, Title VII/ ADEA or 504 coordinator, as applicable, and reasonable effort should be made to resolve the problem or complaint. The student may also visit with the assistant principal, counselor, nurse or a teacher about the problem or complaint pursuant to Board Policies #5046 and #5065. The assistant principal or other staff member will immediately contact the principal, and reasonable effort will be made to resolve the problem or complaint pursuant to Board Policies #5046 and #5065.

Revised 12/11/17

STUDENT BEHAVIOR.....................................................................5050

C. FILING AND PROCESSING FORMAL DISCRIMINATION GRIEVANCES 1. Grievant: Submits grievance to the principal, coordinator, assistant principal, counselor, nurse or teacher stating name, nature and date of alleged violation; names of persons responsible (where known) and requested action. Whenever possible, it is encouraged that grievances be filed within 30 days of alleged violation. Grievance

The Board of Education recognizes that students do not surrender any rights of citizenship while in attendance at Union schools. The school is a community with rules and regulations. Those who enjoy the rights and privileges provided must also accept the responsibilities that membership demands, including respect for and obedience to school rules.

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STUDENT BEHAVIOR (Cont.).........................................................5050

VIOLATION OF SCHOOL RULES The following behaviors while in school, at school bus stops, in school vehicles, on school grounds, going to or from school, off campus during lunch, attending school events or while attending school-sponsored events whether at Union Public Schools or elsewhere will result in disciplinary action which may include in-school placement options or out-of-school suspension. This list includes, but is not limited to: A. Conduct which jeopardizes the safety of others including, but not limited to: 1. Possession, threat or use of dangerous weapons. 2. Possession of ammunition, explosives or flammable material. 3. Arson, abuse of fire alarms or safety equipment, or bomb threats. 4. Fighting. 5. Membership or involvement in gangs or gang-related activities, in secret clubs, fraternities, sororities or other secret organizations. 6. Hazing. 7. Harassment: a. racial b. sexual c. student to student d. student to staff e. threat to students or staff f. any other harassment based on national origin, color, age, religion, gender, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or disability B. Threats to students or staff or property: Threatening behavior means any verbal threat or threatening behavior (including social media) which indicates potential for future harm to students, school personnel,or school property whether or not it is directed at another specific person. C. Possession, use, or being under the influence of alcoholic beverages, lowpoint beer, inhalants or any drug or medication not administered by the school nurse with parental authorization. D. Use or possession of tobacco, tobacco products, vapor products/ecigarettes, or other smoking paraphernalia. E. Theft. F. Vandalism. G. Possession/distribution of pornographic material (written, audio, technological or visual). H. Extortion. I. Willful disobedience of a request of any school official. J. Use of profanity or vulgar/profane gestures. K. Cheating. L. Violation of the dress code. M. Forgery. N. Gambling. O. Failure to attend assigned Detention Halls/discipline programs. P. Inappropriate public behavior. Q. Truancy. R. Immorality. S. Inappropriate use of technology. T. Unauthorized use of an electronic paging device, cellular phone, wireless telecommunications device and/or potentially harmful laser pointer. U. Failure to comply with state immunization requirements. V. Any behavior that disrupts the education process. W. Violation of school rules and regulations. X. Conduct occurring outside of the normal school day or off school property that has a direct and immediate negative effect on the discipline, educational process or effectiveness of the school. Y. Bullying: “Harassment, intimidation and bullying” means any gesture, written or verbal expression, graphic, or physical act (including electronically transmitted acts; i.e., Internet, telephone, cell phone, computer, personal digital assistant (PDA) or wireless handheld device) that is reasonably perceived as being motivated either by any actual or perceived characteristic such as race, color, religion, ancestry, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression; veteran status, or a mental, physical or sensory disability or impairment; or by any other distinguishing characteristic. It includes behavior that a reasonable person should know will harm another student, damage another student’s property, place another student in reasonable fear of harm to the student’s person or damage to the student’s property, or insult or demean any student or group of students in such a way as to disrupt or interfere with the school’s education mission or the education of any students. Such behavior is considered bullying whether it takes place on or off school property, at any school-sponsored function or in a school vehicle.

Bullying constitutes unethical and unacceptable conduct that will not be tolerated at any level. All persons are strictly prohibited from engaging in any form of bullying of any student. Anyone engaging in any form of bullying is subject to disciplinary action in accordance with district policy.



When allegations of bullying are filed, a thorough investigation will be conducted by the Superintendent or designee. The investigation will include interviews with relevant persons including, but not limited to, the complainant, the accused, student(s) and other potential witnesses.



Students found in violation of this policy may be subject to any and all disciplinary action that may be imposed by Board Policy #5050.



Prevention and education about bullying behavior will be provided at all schools as a part of the overall discipline and behavior program. The district will establish a procedure whereby a school may recommend that available community mental health care options be provided to the student, if appropriate, and whereby a school may request the disclosure of any information concerning students who have received mental health care that indicates an explicit threat to the safety of students or school personnel. Any disclosure of student information shall not violate any applicable federal or state privacy law.

The following behaviors, while riding on a Union school bus, will result in disciplinary action which may include discipline, school suspension or restriction of bus riding privileges: A. Throwing any objects. B. Placing any part of the body outside of the window (bus moving or stationary). C. Eating, drinking, and/or possession of food or drink while on a bus. Lunches taken to school are excluded, provided they are packed in a container and the container is not opened on the bus. D. Failure to remain seated (feet on floor, facing front). E. Disrespectful words, comments, or actions toward the driver. F. Blocking aisle. G. Pushing while loading/unloading or while bus is approaching. H. Transporting unauthorized items. I. Harassment, including sexual harassment. J. Excessive noise. K. Improper street crossing during loading or unloading.

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FORMS OF DISCIPLINE Union Public Schools believes parental involvement is necessary in successful discipline. These disciplines or a combination thereof are intended to alter and improve student behavior. Discipline shall be consistent with the nature and severity of the offense, and shall take into account whether it is a first or repeat offense and the student’s general disciplinary record. Discipline shall also be consistent from student to student under similar circumstances considering the exceptions dictated by federal law. Discipline of students with disabilities will be administered pursuant to federal and state laws. A. Detention: Detention shall be an isolated supervised study time, meeting each day before or after regular class hours. Types of detention that might be provided: 1. Before school. 2. Recess. 3. Lunch. 4. After school. B. Service: Providing a service for the improvement of the community and school campus under proper supervision. Examples of service: 1. Cleaning cafeteria area (wiping tables or picking up litter). 2. Grounds beautification. 3. Other services considered appropriate by the building principal. C. Dismissal from individual class: A student may be dismissed from an individual class to an area designated by a principal for disruptive behavior in that class. It is the student’s responsibility to make up all work missed in a timely fashion. Failure to make up work will result in loss of credit for work missed. Repeated discipline from the same class may result in other disciplinary action. D. Guidance and counseling: This service may be made available during any stage of a disciplinary action. Confidentiality of the counseling/health service shall preclude any disciplinary action if deemed appropriate for the benefit of the student. E. Other disciplinary actions: 1. Conferences: a. Individual student. b. Parent/student/teacher. c. Parent/student/teacher/principal. d. Student/teacher. e. Parent/student/bus driver/principal. f. Parent/student/bus driver/transportation director. 2. Parental shadowing allows the parent to attend classes with the student with special permission from the building administrator. Parental shadowing also allows the parent to ride the bus with the student with special permission from the Director of Transportation and building administrator. 3. Written assignments. 4. Development of a behavior modification plan. 5. Fines (library, lost books, vandalism, etc.). 6. Bus suspension: Misconduct on a school bus may result in loss of the bus riding privilege. Actions by the student that directly threaten the safety of a student(s), and/or cumulative minor offenses will result in removal of the bus riding privilege. Any form of discipline which applies to classroom conduct may be applied to misconduct on a bus. Transportation of the student while under bus suspension will be the sole responsibility of the parent.

STUDENT BEHAVIOR (Cont.).........................................................5050

FIRST LEVEL OF APPEAL: Principal Conference: A. A parent/guardian may initiate an appeal to the principal by requesting it within 24 hours (excluding weekends and holidays). The conference will be held during the regular school hours, Monday through Friday, with consideration given to the hours of working parents whenever possible. B. At the conference, the principal will read the policy, rule, or regulation which the student is charged with violating and will briefly outline the conduct on the part of the student. The parent/guardian will be asked by the principal if he/ she understands the rule and the charges against the student. C. The principal will inform the parent/guardian whether he/she will uphold, modify or rescind the out-of-school suspension and/or Intervention Program placement. The Principal’s decision will be final and non-appealable for all appeals pertaining to out-of-school suspensions of 10 days or less and all Intervention Program placements. The parent/guardian will be advised of the opportunity to have out-of-school suspensions of 11 days or more reviewed by the Building-Level Review Committee.

F. Students may be disciplined and removed from the normal class setting for offenses of a serious or continuous nature or any of the behaviors set forth above. Students will not be permitted to come to school for classes or activities, nor will they be permitted to participate in any extracurricular activities associated with the district while involved in other disciplinary or corrective actions. Students may be suspended for a specific number of days, not to exceed a calendar year. In accordance with state statutes regarding suspension, students suspended out-of-school shall be provided with a home-based work assignment plan, and/or the opportunity to complete ongoing assignments at home, and the opportunity to make up assignments missed as a result of their suspension. G. INTERVENTION PROGRAM (IP) Intervention Program (in-school placement) is a disciplinary/correctional measure that may be used by the school when deemed appropriate. It involves assignment to a school site and a specific Intervention Program designated by the school for a prescribed course of education as determined by the school. Before a principal recommends out-of-school suspension, the principal shall consider alternative in-school placements, including but not limited to, placement in the Intervention Program, reassignment to another classroom, placement in detention, or other available disciplinary or correctional options. Intervention Program placement, detention, and similar disciplinary options or correctional measures are not out-of-school suspensions. H. ADULT LEARNERS Adult Basic Education students who are enrolled in the Adult Basic Education Learning Center must follow the behavior contract approved by the State Department of Education for adult learners.

SECOND LEVEL OF APPEAL: Building-Level Review Committee A. A parent/guardian may initiate a hearing by the Building-Level Review Committee by requesting that the building principal schedule such a hearing. B. The Building-Level Review Committee will meet with the parent/guardian and student to review the discipline after the conference is held with the building principal. C. The request must come within 24 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) after the principal conference. The hearing shall be held within 48 hours (excluding holidays and weekends) of the time the request is made, if at all possible. D. The committee will be composed of the following members: 1. An administrator not involved in the discipline will conduct the hearing. 2. A teacher of the student’s choice. 3. A teacher appointed by the principal. E. The appeals hearing is based on these questions: 1. Is the student guilty of the infraction? 2. Has the policy been applied in accordance with the student handbook? F. The committee will decide one of the following: 1. To uphold the suspension. 2. To rescind the suspension. 3. To modify the suspension. G. The committee will inform the parent/guardian of its decision and advise the parent/guardian of the opportunity to have the discipline reviewed by the Superintendent or designee.

DISCIPLINE PROCEDURE STEPS: Student Discipline Conference A. When a student violates Board of Education policy, a school rule, or regulation, the principal or assistant principal will conduct an informal conference with the student. At the conference with the student, the principal or assistant principal will read the policy, rule or regulation which the student is charged with violating and will discuss the conduct of the student which violated the policy, rule or regulation. B. The student will be asked whether he/she understands the policy, rule or regulation and be given a full opportunity to explain and discuss his/her conduct. C. If it is concluded that an out-of-school suspension and/or Intervention Program placement is appropriate, the student will be advised of the length of the discipline. D. The principal or assistant principal will immediately notify the parent/guardian by phone and in writing that the student is being suspended out of school or placed in the Intervention Program and other available options have been considered and rejected. Students will not be dismissed before the end of the school day without advance notice to the parent/guardian.

THIRD LEVEL OF APPEAL: Appeal to the Superintendent A. An appeal may be requested by letter to the Superintendent. B. If no appeal is received within 24 hours after the Building-Level Review Committee’s decision is received by the parent or student, the committee’s decision will be final. C. The Superintendent or designee will hold a conference with the student and the parent/guardian as quickly as possible after receipt of an appeal. The conference will be held during regular school hours, Monday through Friday, with consideration given to the hours of working parents whenever possible. D. At the conference, the Superintendent or designee will read the policy, rule, or regulation which the student is charged with violating and will briefly outline the conduct on the part of the student. The parent/guardian should be asked if the rule and the charges against the student are understood. E. The Superintendent or designee will inform the parent/guardian whether he/ she will uphold, rescind, or modify the suspension. The student and the parent/guardian will be advised of the opportunity to appeal the ruling to have out-of-school suspensions of 11 or more school days reviewed by the Board of Education.

Immediate Suspension Without a Student Discipline Conference A. A student may be suspended without the above student discipline conference with the student only in situations where the conduct of the student reasonably indicates to the principal that the continued presence of the student in the building will constitute a danger to the health or safety of other students, to school property, or a continued substantial disruption of the educational process. B. In such cases, a student discipline conference with the student and the parent/guardian will be scheduled as soon as possible after the student has been removed from the building. STUDENT PRIVILEGES WHILE UNDER EITHER OUT-OF-SCHOOL SUSPENSION OR INTERVENTION PROGRAM PLACEMENT Participation in the extracurricular activities of the school is a privilege and not a right. Accordingly, when a student’s behavior results in an out-of-school suspension and/or Intervention Program placement, the student immediately, regardless of filing of any appeal, forfeits the privilege of participating in all extracurricular activities of the school throughout the disciplinary period. In the sole judgment of the principal, students may be allowed to practice and go through tryouts, but may not in any way represent the school in performances.

FOURTH LEVEL OF APPEAL: Appeal to the Board Of Education A. An appeal for out-of-school suspensions of 11 or more school days may be requested by letter to the Superintendent or to the clerk of the Board. The Board of Education’s decision is final and non-appealable. B. If no appeal is received within 24 hours after the Superintendent’s or designee’s decision is received by the parent/guardian or student, the decision will be final. C. The Board of Education will hear the appeal as soon as possible. Reasonable efforts will be made to accommodate the work schedule of parents and members of the Board of Education. D. The parent/guardian and student will be notified in writing of the date, time, and place of the hearing and will be provided a copy of this policy. E. The parent/guardian and student will have the right to an open or closed hearing, at their option.

“Extracurricular activities” include, but are not limited to, all school-sponsored teams, clubs, organizations, events, ceremonies, student government, band, athletics and all other school-sponsored activities and organizations. APPEAL PROCEDURES The judicial extension of the 14th Amendment, Protection to Students in the Public School, emphasizes the need for school administrators to protect the procedural due process rights of students in discipline cases. The policy of the district must be consistent with the due process rights of students and must provide proper machinery for fair and consistent treatment of students.

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STUDENT BEHAVIOR (Cont.).........................................................5050

CELLULAR PHONES/WIRELESS..................................................5052 TELECOMMUNICATION DEVICES

BOARD APPEAL PROCEDURE A. The Board of Education president should: 1. Announce that the next agenda item is an out-of-school suspension and/or Intervention Program placement review hearing for the student, stating his/her name. 2. Ask whether the parent/student wish the hearing to be open to the public or in executive session. The offer of an open hearing and their response are to be made a part of the minutes of the meeting. If the parent/student requests a closed hearing, a motion to go into executive session, per their request, should be made and voted on. B. The Board of Education president should advise the parent/student: 1. That they are entitled to legal counsel, if they desire it. 2. That the administration will present witnesses first and that after each witness, the parents or their legal counsel will be given an opportunity to cross-examine. 3. That the parent/student will be given an opportunity to call any witnesses and present evidence, subject to cross-examination by an appropriate administrator or legal counsel. 4. The Board of Education will consider the evidence and documents and reach a decision which will be recorded by vote in open session. 5. The parent/student may ask any questions about the procedure. C. Following the presentation of A and B, all administration witnesses and documents should be presented, subject to cross-examination. D. Parent/student may call witnesses and present documents subject to crossexamination. E. After each witness is presented, Board of Education members may ask the witness questions. F. Administration’s closing statement. G. Closing statement by parent/student. H. Deliberate in private (if the hearing is not in executive session, the Board of Education may deliberate in executive session only with permission of the parent/student). I. Return to open session and vote. After adopting a motion and making certain findings of facts, the Board of Education must make a motion to: (1) uphold discipline, (2) modify discipline (increase or decrease severity of discipline), or (3) rescind discipline.

Allowances and restrictions for the use of cellular phones and/or wireless telecommunications devices by students while in school buildings during school hours or while the student is in transit to or from school on a school vehicle will be determined by school site. Unless otherwise noted in the student handbook or through written communication to the parents from the principal, the use of such devices is prohibited except with the prior written consent of both the parent/ guardian of the student and the school principal. To obtain the administration’s consent, the parent/guardian must present a written request that the student be allowed to use a cellular phone and/or wireless telecommunications device due to safety or medical necessity. A medical necessity must be verified by a practicing physician. The written consent for use of a cellular phone and/or wireless telecommunications device shall be maintained in the student’s file. Teachers shall be notified of those students who are authorized to use a cellular phone and/or wireless telecommunications device. A student found to be in violation of this policy may be disciplined according to Board Policy #5050. Revised 12/14/15

STUDENT SEARCH AND SEIZURE...............................................5053

The building principal or designee is authorized to detain and search any student, any vehicle, and any property in the student’s possession while on school premises, at school activities, or in transit under authority of the school, for any item possession of which by the student is illegal or prohibited by school rules, or for property believed to have been stolen from another student, an employee, or the school. The search shall be conducted according to the following guidelines: A. Reasonableness: 1. The decision to search must be based upon a reasonable suspicion that: a. A violation of the law or school rules has occurred or is occurring. b. The student to be searched has committed the violation. c. Particular evidence of the violation will be discovered in the search. 2. In deciding whether a suspicion is reasonable, all the circumstances surrounding the case will be considered, including: a. The student’s age, history, and record in school. b. The prevalence and seriousness of the suspected violation. c. The school official’s prior experience in detecting the problem or recognizing suspicious behavior. d. The need to make a search without delay and further investigation. e. The indication of the presence of contraband by district contracted canine detection services. f. The specificity and source of the information used as justification for the search. g. The particular teacher or school official’s experience with the student.

ATTENDANCE AT SCHOOL PENDING APPEAL HEARING Pending the outcome of the appeal process for an out-of-school suspension, the student will have the right to attend school in the Intervention Program under such restrictions as the principal deems necessary and proper, except that at the discretion of the principal, the student may be prohibited from attending school pending the appeal hearing if in the judgment of the principal: A. The conduct for which the student was suspended reasonably indicates that continued attendance by the student, pending the appeal hearing, would be dangerous to other students or school property. B. The conduct for which the student was suspended reasonably indicates that the continued attendance of the student at the school, pending the appeal hearing, would substantially interfere with the educational process at the school. Pending the outcome of the appeal process, the student will attend the Intervention Program rather than the regular classroom.

B. Scope: 1. The scope and extent of the search shall be reasonably related to the kind of objects being searched for and not excessively intrusive in light of the student’s age, gender, or the nature of the suspected violation. 2. A search commenced to discover a particular kind of item may be expanded or continued for additional items if circumstances warrant. C. Conducting a search of the student’s person: 1. The search shall be conducted by a person of the same gender as the person being searched. 2. Another authorized person of the same gender will be present as a witness, if practicable. 3. No student’s clothing, except cold-weather outerwear, may be removed prior to or during the search. Students may be required to empty their pockets. Strip searches are prohibited. D. Discovered items: 1. Illegal items or possessions or substances reasonably determined to be a threat to the safety or security of others may be seized by school authorities. Principals may turn seized items over to law enforcement officials for disposition. 2. Items which are used to disrupt or interfere with the educational process may be temporarily removed from a student’s possession. E. Refusal to submit to search: A student who refuses to peaceably submit to a search based on reasonable suspicion, or who refuses to turn over items discovered as a result of a search, may be suspended for such refusals. F. Reports: The person conducting the search shall prepare a report to be maintained by the principal for one year which includes the date, time, place, names of witnesses, purpose, basis, and result of the search.

RECORDS AND REPORTS The principal will keep written records for two years containing the date of the conference, the names of the persons present, and the time duration of each discipline assigned. Revised 12/10/18

STUDENT LOCKER SEARCH........................................................5051 Students will have no privacy in school lockers, desks, or other school property from school administrators, teachers, or security personnel. Student lockers will be assigned subject to this policy. Student lockers may be inspected and/or searched at any time without reasonable suspicion of a violation of a school rule, prior notice, the student’s presence, or the student’s consent to such a search. By acceptance of the assignment or use of a school locker or gym locker, students consent to any and all inspections and searches and acknowledge that they have no privacy in such locker. Students should use only the locker specifically assigned to them. The use of a locker not assigned to a student may result in disciplinary action against both the student to whom the locker is assigned and the student who is not authorized to use that locker. However, the student to whom the locker is assigned shall be presumed to be the owner of the items in the assigned locker. Students who feel for any reason that they cannot abide by this policy should decline to accept assignment of a school locker. Revised 6/10/96

Revised 12/10/12

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ANTI-VIOLENCE.............................................................................5054

THE DANGEROUS WEAPON DID NOT KNOW THAT IT IS A DANGEROUS WEAPON, BUT SUCH CLAIM OF A LACK OF KNOWLEDGE MAY BE CONSIDERED IN MITIGATION OF ANY DISCIPLINARY PENALTY. F. This policy does not apply to employees who are authorized security guards or to law enforcement authorities who may be on district property or at district-sponsored functions in official capacity as a law enforcement agent for the city, county, state or federal government. G. Any student in possession of a dangerous weapon, or replica or facsimile of a dangerous weapon, in violation of this policy, or who uses any item or instrumentality to threaten harm to any person or is used to harm any person may be placed under emergency suspension from school pending an investigation of the incident by the appropriate school or legal authorities. Students who violate this policy may be suspended from school and all activities for any period of time up to the maximum period authorized by law. Additionally, school administrative staff members may seek to file criminal charges against the student. H. If the person in possession of the dangerous weapon, or replica or facsimile of a dangerous weapon, is a member of the public, the district response may include barring the person(s) from district property, termination of business relationships with the individual(s) and/or prosecution of the person(s). I. If a teacher or other district employee has a reasonable suspicion to believe that a student is in possession of a dangerous weapon, or replica or facsimile of a dangerous weapon, the teacher or employee shall immediately investigate the matter, shall confiscate any such weapon found if this can be accomplished without placing any students or staff in jeopardy, and shall immediately notify the principal or designee. If the teacher or employee does not believe the weapon can be confiscated safely, the teacher or employee shall immediately notify the principal or designee of the situation. J. If a teacher or other district employee has a reasonable suspicion to believe that any employee or other person is in possession of a dangerous weapon, or replica or facsimile of a dangerous weapon, in violation of this policy, he/ she shall immediately report the matter to his/her immediate supervisor. K. If a student or other person has a reasonable suspicion to believe that any employee, student or other person is in possession of a dangerous weapon, or replica or facsimile of a dangerous weapon, in violation of this policy, he/ she shall immediately report the matter to the principal or designee. L. If an administrator or designee learns that a student, or employee or any other person is believed to be in possession of a dangerous weapon, or replica or facsimile of a dangerous weapon, the administrator or designee shall: 1. Immediately investigate the matter and contact the police, if appropriate. 2. If not already confiscated by an employee of the district and if it can be accomplished without the risk of injury, the administrator should take possession of the dangerous weapon, replica or facsimile. 3. Notify the Superintendent or designee. 4. In the case of a student, notify the parents. 5. Cooperate fully with the police. 6. Transfer confiscated weapon to the police department. M. Except as may be required by law for students with disabilities, any student in possession of a dangerous weapon, or replica or facsimile of a dangerous weapon, shall not be eligible for placement in any alternative education or intervention program or be eligible to transfer to another district school site in lieu of suspension, except on a case-by-case basis as determined by the Superintendent. N. A student’s inadvertent or unintentional possession of a dangerous weapon or replica or facsimile thereof on district property, a school bus or vehicle, or at a district-sponsored activity is no defense or excuse to compliance with this policy, but may be considered in determining the length or severity of any punishment for violation of this policy. O. A student who has been suspended from another school district because of the possession of a dangerous weapon, or replica or facsimile of a dangerous weapon, shall not be accepted as a transfer student into the district until the period of suspension has passed. P. An exception to this policy may be granted for students, employees or other persons participating in an authorized curricular or extracurricular activity or team involving the use or demonstration of a dangerous weapon, or replica or facsimile of a dangerous weapon. For this exception, written prior approval by the Director of Safety and Security, in consultation with the Superintendent, is required. Students who participate in JROTC and veterans may also be granted an exception to bring an inoperable weapon onto campus for the limited purpose of participating in a school program. The principal must approve this exception in advance, the weapon must remain inoperable at all times while on campus, and the weapon must not be used in a manner which is inconsistent with the permission granted. Q. Any firearms found on the premises shall be reported to law enforcement and will immediately be turned over to local law enforcement as per state law requirements. R. Notwithstanding any of the foregoing provisions, right of due process for all students and rights of disabled students must be observed in accordance with applicable law and Board of Education policies.

The Union Public School District considers the safety and security of its employees, students, patrons and other third-party visitors of the district to be a priority. Therefore, threats, threatening behavior, acts of violence and any related conduct including, but not limited to, physical violence, verbal or written threats or intimidation, intimidating gestures or actions, and violence against property will not be tolerated. Any person who makes threats, exhibits threatening behavior, or engages in violent acts on district property may be removed from the premises pending the outcome of an investigation. Threats, threatening behaviors, or other acts of violence executed off district property or in the online/social media space but directed at students, employees or other persons on district property or during district-sponsored activities are also in violation of this policy. Off -site threats include, but are not limited to, threats made via the telephone, fax, electronic or conventional mail, online/social media or any other communication medium.

ANTI-VIOLENCE (Cont.).................................................................5054

Students found in violation of this policy may be subjected to any and all disciplinary action that may be imposed by the district’s policy regarding student behavior (Board Policy #5050). If the source of such inappropriate behavior is a member of the public, the response may include barring the person(s) from district property, termination of business relationships with individual(s) and/or prosecution of the person(s). Students are responsible for notifying their principal(s) or counselor(s) or the Executive Director of Human Resources of any threats or violence they have witnessed or that have been made or perpetrated against them or others on district property or while at district-sponsored events. Revised 12/10/18

POSSESSION OF DANGEROUS WEAPONS.................................5055

A. In order to provide a safe environment for the students and staff of the Union Public School District, the Board of Education adopts this policy prohibiting the possession of dangerous weapons, replicas or facsimiles of dangerous weapons and items or instrumentalities which are used to threaten harm or are used to harm any person. B. Dangerous weapons including, but not limited to, firearms are a threat to the safety of the students and staff of the district. In addition, possession of dangerous weapons, or replicas or facsimiles of dangerous weapons, disrupts the educational process and interferes with the normal operation of the district. C. For the foregoing reasons and except as specifically provided in paragraphs F and P below, possession of a dangerous weapon (concealed or not concealed), as defined in this policy, or a replica or facsimile thereof, by any student, employee, patron, activity sponsor, or other third-party visitor on district property, at a district-sponsored activity, or on a school bus or vehicle is prohibited, except that individuals with a valid handgun license pursuant to the Oklahoma Self Defense Act may possess a handgun in the school parking lot but that weapon must be stored and hidden from view in a locked motor vehicle when the motor vehicle is left unattended on school property. Further, use of any item or instrumentality by a student, employee, patron, activity sponsor or other third-party visitor to threaten harm to any person or which is used to harm any person, while on district property, at a district-sponsored activity, or on a school bus or vehicle is prohibited. D. For purposes of this policy, “possession of a dangerous weapon” includes, but is not limited to, any person having a dangerous weapon: 1. On his/her person. 2. In his/her locker, desk, file drawer, briefcase, purse, luggage, backpack, bag or other container owned by or used by the individual. 3. In his/her vehicle. 4. Held by another person for his/her benefit. 5. At any place on district property, a school bus or vehicle, or at a district-sponsored activity with such person’s knowledge of the weapon’s location. E. A dangerous weapon includes, but is not limited to, a pistol, revolver, rifle, shotgun, air gun or spring gun, B-B gun, stun gun, taser, hand grenade, fireworks, slingshot, bludgeon, blackjack, brass knuckles or artificial knuckles of any kind, nunchucks, dagger, bowie knife, dirk knife, butterfly knife, any knife the blade of which can be opened by a flick of a button or pressure on the handle, any pocketknife with a blade of 2 1/2 inches in length or more, pen knife, “credit card” knife, razor, dart, ice pick, explosive smoke bomb, any other explosive device, incendiary device, sword cane, hand chains, firearm shells or bullets, garrotes, choking devices, mace, pepper spray, and any item whose principal purpose is for use as a weapon, whether offensive or defensive, and any replica or facsimiles of any of the foregoing items, or any item or instrumentality which is used to threaten harm or is used to harm any person or any chemical, material or substance which can cause an irritation to or reacts with human tissue, or any chemical material or substance used, given, applied to or administered to another person without that person’s consent. THE FOREGOING LIST OF “DANGEROUS WEAPONS” IS DESCRIPTIVE AND BY WAY OF EXAMPLE ONLY AND IS NOT TO BE CONSIDERED AN EXCLUSIVE OR LIMITING LIST OF DANGEROUS WEAPONS. IT WILL NOT BE A DEFENSE TO ANY DISCIPLINARY ACTION UNDER THIS POLICY THAT THE STUDENT OR EMPLOYEE POSSESSING

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POSSESSION OF DANGEROUS WEAPONS (Cont.)....................5055

GUN-FREE SCHOOLS STUDENT SUSPENSION It is the policy of the Union Public School District that any student who is determined to have brought a weapon to a school under the jurisdiction of the district shall be suspended from school for a period of not less than one calendar year. Any suspension imposed under this policy may be modified for any student on a case-by-case basis by the chief administering officer of the district. For the purposes of this policy, the following definitions shall control: A. The term “weapon” means a firearm as such term is defined in Section 921 of Title 18 of the United States Code. B. The term “chief administering officer” means the Superintendent or the Board of Education of the district. C. The term “determined to have brought a weapon to a school under the jurisdiction of the district” means any student being in possession or control of a weapon on property owned, leased, or rented by the district including, but not limited to, school buildings, parking lots, and motor vehicles; and any student who is in possession or control of a weapon at any districtsponsored function regardless of whether such function is conducted on district property. Enforcement of this policy shall be consistent with state and federal laws dealing with discipline of students with disabilities. Students who violate this policy will be referred to the appropriate criminal justice or juvenile delinquency system. Any firearm seized from a student by any school employee shall immediately be delivered to a law enforcement authority for disposition pursuant to applicable law. Any suspension initiated pursuant to this policy shall be subject to the procedural safeguards set forth in the district’s policy for the suspension of students. Revised 12/10/18

STUDENT BULLYING PREVENTION.............................................5056 AND INTERVENTION

DEFINITIONS A. “Bullying” means any pattern of harassment, intimidation, threatening behavior, physical acts, verbal or electronic communication directed toward a student or group of students that results in or is reasonably perceived as being done with intent to cause negative educational or physical results for the targeted individual or group and is communicated in such a way as to disrupt or interfere with the school’s education mission or the education of any student. According to experts in the field, bullying in general is the exploitation of a less powerful person by an individual taking unfair advantage of that person, which is repeated over time, and which inflicts a negative effect on the victim. The seriousness of a bullying act depends on the harm inflicted upon the victim and the frequency of the offensive acts. Power may be, but is not limited to, physical strength, social skill, verbal ability, or other characteristics. Bullying acts by students have been described in several different categories: 1. “Physical Bullying” may include a pattern of behavior that could harm or threaten harm to another’s body or property, including but not limited to what would reasonably be foreseen as a serious expression of intent to inflict physical harm or property damage through verbal or written speech or gestures directed at the studentvictim, when considering the factual circumstances in which the threat was made and the reaction of the intended victim.

B.

C. D.

E. F.

a crime, or has an infectious, contagious, or loathsome disease, or similar egregious representations. Individual occurrences of these behaviors may be a discipline offense, but may not be defined as bullying. 4. “Sexual bullying” may include a pattern of behavior that could harm another resulting from, but not limited to making unwelcome sexual comments about the student; making vulgar, profane, or lewd comments or drawings or graffiti about the victim; directing vulgar, profane, or lewd gestures toward the victim; committing physical acts of a sexual nature at school, including the fondling or touching of private parts of the victim’s body; participation in gossiping or the spreading of false rumors about the student’s sexual life; written or verbal statements directed at the victim that would reasonably be interpreted as a serious threat to force the victim to commit sexual acts or to sexually assault the victim when considering the factual circumstances in which the threat was made and the reaction of the intended victim; off-campus dating violence by a student that adversely affects the victim’s school performance or behavior, attendance, participation in school functions or extracurricular activities, or makes the victim fearful at school of the assaulting bully; or the commission of sexual assault, rape, or homicide. Such conduct may also constitute sexual harassment — also prohibited by the district. Individual occurrences of these behaviors may be a discipline offense, but may not be defined as bullying. 5. “Cyberbullying” or “Electronic communication” means the communication of any written, verbal, pictorial information or video content by means of an electronic device, including but not limited to a telephone, a mobile or cellular telephone or other wireless telecommunication device, or a computer. This definition also includes any bullying as defined above, including emotional, social, and/or sexual bullying via an electronic device. Electronic communications include, but are not limited to communications made through weblogs and social media forums. Bullying by electronic communication is prohibited whether or not such communication originated at school, or with school equipment, if the communication is specifically directed at students or school personnel and concerns bullying at school. “Threatening behavior” means any pattern of behavior or isolated action, whether or not it is directed at another person, that a reasonable person would believe indicates potential for future harm to students, school personnel, or school property. Individual occurrences of these behaviors may be a discipline offense, but may not be defined as bullying. The term “at school” means on school grounds, in school vehicles, at schoolsponsored activities, or at school-sanctioned events. In determining what a “reasonable person” should recognize as bullying, staff will consider the point of view of the intended target, including any characteristics unique to the intended target. Staff may also consider the disciplinary history and physical characteristics of the alleged bully. “Good faith” is a state of mind consisting of honesty in belief or purpose or faithfulness to one’s duty or obligation. The term “discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying” is defined by the district pursuant to Board Policy #5046 as harassment, intimidation, and bullying targeted toward an individual because of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender expression or identity, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, disability or genetic information.

PURPOSE To address student bullying behavior effectively through a multi-faceted approach that includes education and the promotion of a positive school atmosphere. The Board of Education expressly prohibits any form of bullying behavior by students at school as well as active or passive support for acts of bullying. In addition, the Board prohibits bullying behavior by students outside of the regular school day if it causes a substantial and material disruption at school or an interference with rights of students and personnel to be secure. This includes, but is not limited to, bullying through electronic communication, whether or not such communication originated at school or with school equipment, if the communication is specifically directed at students or school personnel and concerns bullying at school.



Common acts include tripping, hitting, pushing, pinching, pulling hair, kicking, biting, starting fights, daring others to fight, stealing or destroying property, extortion, assaults with a weapon, other violent acts, and homicide. 2. “Emotional bullying” may include a pattern of behavior that could intentionally inflict harm to another’s self-esteem, including but not limited to insulting or profane remarks, insulting or profane gestures, or harassing and frightening statements, when such events are considered in light of the surrounding facts, the history of the students involved, and age, maturity, and special characteristics of the students. Individual occurrences of these behaviors may be a discipline offense, but may not be defined as bullying. 3. “Social bullying” may include a pattern of behavior that could harm another’s group acceptance, including but not limited to harm resulting from intentionally gossiping about another student or intentionally spreading negative rumors about another student that results in the victim being excluded from a school activity or student group; the intentional planning and/or implementation of acts or statements that inflict public humiliation upon a student; the intentional undermining of current relationships of the victimstudent through the spreading of untrue gossip or rumors designed to humiliate or embarrass the student; the use of gossip, rumors, or humiliating acts designed to deprive the student of awards, recognition, or involvement in school activities; the false or malicious spreading of an untrue statement or statements about another student that exposes the victim to contempt or ridicule or deprives the victim of the confidence and respect of student peers; or the making of false statements to others that the student has committed

Students who engage in bullying behavior shall be subject to school discipline, up to and including suspension out of school in accordance with the policies, rules and regulations of the district’s Board of Education. Student and Staff Education and Training The district is committed to providing appropriate and relevant training annually to students and staff regarding preventing, identifying, responding to, and reporting incidents of bullying. A full copy of this policy will be posted on the district’s website and included in all district handbooks. Parents, guardians, community members, and volunteers will be notified of the availability of this policy through the district’s annual written notice of the availability of the district’s anti-bullying policy. Written notice of the policy will also be posted at various places in all district school sites.

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STUDENT BULLYING PREVENTION (Cont.).................................5056 AND INTERVENTION

paragraph) if that information indicates an explicit threat to the safety of students or school personnel, provided the disclosure of the information does not violate the requirements and provisions of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, OKLA. STAT. tit. 12 § 1376, OKLA. STAT. tit. 59 §1376 of the Oklahoma Statues, or any other state or federal laws regarding the disclosure of confidential information. The school may request the disclosure of information when it is believed that the student may have posed a danger to him/herself and having such information will allow school officials to determine if it is safe for the student to return to the regular classroom or if alternative education arrangements are needed.

Students and staff will be periodically reminded throughout the year of the availability of this policy, the district’s commitment to preventing bullying, and help available for those affected by bullying. Anti-bullying programs will be incorporated into the district’s other violence-prevention efforts. All staff will receive annual training regarding preventing, identifying, reporting, and managing bullying. The district’s bullying coordinator and individuals designated as school site investigators will receive additional training regarding appropriate consequences and remedial action for bullies, helping targets of bullies, and the district’s strategy for counseling and referral for those affected by bullying.

Parental Notification The assigned investigator will notify the parents of a target within two (2) school days that a bullying report has been received. Within two (2) school days of the conclusion of the investigation, the investigator will provide the parents of a target with the results of the investigation and any community resources deemed appropriate to the situation.

Students will receive annual education regarding behavioral expectations, understanding bullying and its negative effects, disciplinary consequences for infractions, reporting methods, and consequences for those who knowingly make false reports. Any person who knowingly makes false accusations against another person will be appropriately disciplined pursuant to district policy. Any accusations confirmed to be false will be removed from the falsely-accused student’s file. Parents and guardians may participate in a parent-education component.

If the report of bullying is substantiated, within two (2) school days of the conclusion of the investigation, the investigator will contact the parents of the bully to discuss disciplinary action and any community resources deemed appropriate to the situation.

Student Reporting Students are encouraged to inform school personnel if they are the target of or a witness to bullying. To make a report, students should notify a teacher, counselor, or principal. The student will complete an official student report form. Reports can also be made by any student, parent, or patron through the district’s SafeSchools Alert found on the district’s website or by telephone at 918-505-9802.

Parental Responsibilities All parents/guardians will be informed in writing of the district’s program to stop bullying and will be given a copy of this policy upon request. An administrative response to a reported act of bullying may involve certain actions to be taken by parents. Parents will be informed of the program and the means for students to report bullying acts toward them or other students. They will also be told that to help prevent bullying at school they should encourage their children to: • Report bullying when it occurs; • Take advantage of opportunities to talk to their children about bullying; • Inform the school immediately if they think their child is being bullied or is bullying other students; • Watch for symptoms that their child may be a target of bullying and report those symptoms; and • Cooperate fully with school personnel in identifying and resolving incidents. • Monitoring and Compliance In order to assist the State Department of Education with compliance efforts pursuant to the School Safety and Bullying Prevention Act, 70 OKLA. STAT. § 24100.2 et seq., the Director of Student Life will serve as the district contact responsible for providing information to the State Board of Education. The Director of Student Life shall maintain updated contact information on file with the State Department of Education and the district will notify the State Department of Education within fifteen (15) days of the appointment of a new Director of Student Life.

Students may make an anonymous report of bullying, and such report will be investigated as thoroughly as possible. However, it is often difficult to fully investigate claims which are made anonymously, and disciplinary action cannot be taken against an alleged bully solely on the basis of an anonymous report. Staff Reporting Staff members will encourage students to report bullying. All employees are required to report acts of bullying to the principal or designee on an official report form. Any staff member who witnesses, hears about, or has reliable information that would lead a reasonable person to suspect that a student is a target of bullying is required to submit a report. Bullying Investigators The principal and/or designee(s) at each school site will investigate bullying reports. These individuals will be identified in the site’s student and staff handbooks, on the district’s website, and in the bullying prevention education provided annually to students and staff. The district’s anti-bullying program is coordinated at the district level by the district’s Director of Student Life. The investigator or designee will determine the severity of the bullying incident and, in accordance with Board Policy #5050, will determine student consequences.

A copy of this policy will be submitted to the State Department of Education by December 10th of each school year as part of the district’s Annual Performance Report. The Administration recognizes that there are many motivations behind the act of bullying, one of which may be for a discriminatory purpose. If the bullying behavior constitutes discriminatory harassment, intimidation, or bullying (i.e., it is targeted toward an individual because of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression or identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, disability or genetic information), the misconduct is prohibited pursuant to Board Policy #5046 regarding Discriminatory Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying and is subject to the procedure and protections specified in Policy #5046 in addition to this policy. Retaliation is expressly prohibited against any person who participates in reporting, investigating, or addressing any incident of bullying behavior. STUDENT BULLYING PREVENTION AND INTERVENTION In furtherance of the Board of Education’s policy regarding student bullying prevention and intervention, the district shall require Prevention and Intervention Strategies, as described below, based on building data, for school staff to address bullying behaviors. These interventions will be on a continuum, ranging from those aimed at prevention to those interventions that address more serious bullying behavior on a case-by-case basis.

Investigating Bullying Reports For any alleged incidents of bullying reported to school officials, the designated school official will investigate the alleged incident(s) and determine (i) whether the bullying conduct occurred, (ii) the severity of the incident(s), and (iii) the potential for future violence. In conducting an investigation, the designated official shall interview relevant students and staff and review any documentation of the alleged incident(s). School officials may also work with outside professionals, such as local law enforcement, as deemed appropriate by the investigating official. In the event the investigator believes a criminal act may have been committed or there is a likelihood of violence, the investigator will immediately call local law enforcement and the Superintendent or designee. At the conclusion of the investigation, the designated employee will document the steps taken to review the matter, the conclusions reached, and any additional action taken, if applicable. Further, the investigator will notify the Executive Directors of Elementary and Secondary Education that an investigation has occurred and the results of the investigation. Upon completion of an investigation, the school may recommend that available community mental health care or substance abuse options be provided to a student, if appropriate. The school may provide a student with information about the types of support services available to the student bully, the target, and any other students affected by the prohibited behavior. These resources will be provided to any individual who requests such assistance or will be provided if a school official believes the resource might be of assistance to the student/family. No school employee is expected to evaluate the appropriateness or the quality of the resource provided, nor is any employee required to provide an exhaustive list of resources available. All school employees will act in good faith. The school may request the disclosure of information concerning students who have received substance abuse or mental health care (pursuant to the previous

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The district’s “Prevention and Intervention Strategies” referenced above include, but are not limited to: A. Including prohibitions and guidance concerning bullying in the district’s Behavior Response Plan; B. Implementation of a behavioral intervention and support process or another evidence-based model approach for safe school climate or for the prevention of bullying, including any such programs identified by the State Department of Education; C. Establishment of a Safe & Healthy Schools Committee for each school site (PreK-12) as mandated by the School Safety and Bullying Prevention Act. The Safe & Healthy Schools Committee will consist of at least ten (10) members and shall be composed of teachers, parents of enrolled students, students, and a school official who participates in the investigation of reports of bullying. Each Safe & Healthy Schools Committee has the responsibility of studying and making recommendations regarding unsafe conditions, strategies for students to avoid harm at school, student victimization, crime prevention, school violence, and other issues which interfere with

STUDENT BULLYING PREVENTION (Cont.).................................5056 AND INTERVENTION and adversely affect school safety. With respect to student bullying, each

D. E. F.

G. H. I. J. K.

I.

Jewelry with spikes, electronic jewelry, or items worn as jewelry which are not intended to be worn as jewelry. J. Collars intended for use on animals. K. Chains, including wallet chains or collars. L. Excessive or distinctive makeup. M. Sheer shirts covering unacceptable clothing. N. Cleated or steel-toed shoes or boots. O. Sunglasses.

Committee shall assist the Board of Education in promoting a positive school climate. The Committee will study the district’s policy and currently accepted bullying prevention programs (available on the State Department of Education website) to make recommendations regarding bullying. These recommendations must be submitted to the principal and cover: (i) needed staff development, including how to recognize and avoid bullying; (ii) increasing student and community involvement in addressing bullying; (iii) improving individual student-staff communication; (iv) implementing problemsolving teams which include counselors and/or school psychologists; and (v) utilizing behavioral health resources; The development, posting, and enforcement of rules at each school site that prohibit bullying and establish appropriate consequences for those who engage in such acts, as defined by Board Policy #5050; The consistent provision of adult supervision at each school site of outdoor areas, hallways, the lunchroom, and other specific areas where bullying is likely to occur; Inclusion of grade-appropriate, research-based bullying prevention curricula in pre-kindergarten through high school grades, as compiled by the State Department of Education and which is reported annually using a fidelity checklist to submit to Safe & Healthy Schools Committee members; Training school personnel to be sensitive to the interpersonal dynamics of bullying behavior so that they recognize the need to protect all students from reprisal, retaliation, and false accusations; The participation of all employees directly involved with student services in annual bullying awareness/intervention training and suicide prevention training; Individual interventions for students who engaged in confirmed bullying behavior and against whom bullying behavior has been confirmed, the parents or guardians of those students, and involved school staff members; Schoolwide training related to the provision of a safe school climate; The promotion of parent involvement in bullying prevention through individual or team participation in meetings, trainings, and individual interventions which may include discussion panels, Safe & Healthy Schools Committee, PTA/PTSA, parent involvement facilitators and the like.

PERFORMING GROUP UNIFORM GUIDELINES Uniforms used by parent- or school-sponsored groups will be selected by the sponsor with approval by the principal or director responsible, after consultation with the Superintendent or designee. Uniforms should be tasteful and appropriate for the activity. Some approved uniforms may be appropriate for performances or competitions, but not for school attire. Uniforms worn on campus during the school day must meet the dress code guidelines. GRADUATION ATTIRE Each year students eligible to graduate will be given expectations for appropriate dress for the graduation ceremony. Revised 12/10/18

SEXUAL HARASSMENT..............................................................5065

Revised 12/10/18

STUDENT DRESS AND PERFORMING GROUPS........................5060

While the mission of Union Public Schools is to educate its students, there is a close relationship between high standards of dignity and pride and proper grooming. It is important that dress contribute to the atmosphere of a good educational environment. It is hoped that a minimum amount of time and effort is spent on enforcement; however, it is the responsibility of the student and the parent to adhere to these guidelines. Exceptions to this policy are at the discretion of the building principal. There may be clothing, hairstyles, and/or accessories not specifically addressed herein that might be so disruptive to the educational process that the building principal may need to take immediate corrective action. In those cases requiring such action, the building principal may act immediately. General Guidelines: A. Modesty will be the dominant feature in all clothing. B. Clothing must be clean and safe. C. Clothing, hairstyles and/or accessories must not be revealing, disruptive, or distract from the educational process in any way. D. Clothing must not be derogatory to any individual, group, or institution, including hate-group messages. E. All students are required to wear clothing including shoes which are safe and appropriate for school activities. F. Hair is to be well-groomed and clean. G. Coats and/or outerwear may not be worn during the school day except at the discretion of the classroom teacher (dependent on classroom conditions) or the administration. Coats should be kept in lockers except when arriving to or exiting from the building. H. One-piece swimsuits must be worn while using the pool. I. Shorts, dresses or skirts must be longer than two inches beyond the tip of the longest finger with arms fully extended against the leg (no tears, cuts or holes in garments above this point are acceptable). J. Tattoos which violate Board policy must be covered so they are not visible. Unacceptable Clothing and Accessories: A. Dresses, shirts or blouses that only partially cover the shoulders (no tank tops and no halter tops). B. Low-cut shirts or blouses; shirts which expose the midriff or full back; and pants, skirts or other clothing which expose the midriff. C. Any clothing which reveals undergarments. D. Slacks, pants or shorts worn below the hip. E. Caps, hats, hoods or other head covering in the building. F. Clothing and or accessories which carry messages either written or suggesting the promotion of illegal substances including, but not limited to, drugs, alcohol, tobacco products; vulgar language, sex, violence, gangrelated affiliation or other symbols that detract from the learning environment. G. Gang-related attire (colors, bandannas, shoelaces, symbols, belts/buckles, jewelry, etc.) H. Bedroom attire (pajamas, lounge pants, slippers, etc.)

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Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination that violates the law. The Board of Education believes that each student and employee should be able to attend school and work in an environment which provides for fair and equitable treatment and is free of discriminatory intimidation based on sex and unwelcome sexual advances. A. Definition: Sexual Harassment - Any unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or verbal, physical or other sexually offensive conduct made by anyone on district property or during any district-sponsored event when: 1. Submission to the conduct is either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual’s education or employment; 2. Submission to or the rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as a basis for educational or employment decisions affecting that individual; and/or 3. Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s educational or work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive educational or work environment. Examples of acts of sexual harassment which shall not be tolerated include, but are not limited to: 1. Written: Sexually suggestive or obscene letters, notes, invitations, graffiti. 2. Verbal: Sexually derogatory comments, epithets, slurs, degrading jokes, “teasing,” “kidding,” double meanings, demeaning comments about a person of a particular sex, solicitation of sexual favors or attention. 3. Physical: Unwelcome touching of an individual, such as pinching, hugging, patting, repeated brushing against an individual’s body, pulling at clothing, blocking one’s passage. 4. Visual: Sexually oriented gestures, displaying sexually suggestive or derogatory objects, pictures, magazines, cartoons, or posters. 5. Any other action which emphasizes the vulnerability of the victim specifically because of gender, gender expression or identity, sex, or sexual orientation. B. Prohibition: Sexual harassment will not be permitted or tolerated. This policy is applicable to all students, employees, non-employees, and volunteers on district property or serving as trip sponsors. C. Action to be taken: Students who sexually harass shall be subject to any and all disciplinary action that may be imposed by the district’s policy regarding student behavior (Board Policy #5050). If a member of the public is in violation of this policy, the response may include barring the person(s) from district property, termination of business relationships with individual(s) and/or prosecution of the person(s). D. Procedures: 1. A student who feels comfortable doing so should directly inform the harasser that such conduct is unwelcome and must stop. 2. A student or parent of the student may bring a complaint to the principal of the student’s school or a coordinator designated in Board Policy #5000. A student or the parent of the student may also bring a complaint to the assistant principal, counselor, nurse or a teacher. The coordinator, assistant principal or other staff member shall immediately notify the principal of the complaint. 3. The principal will be responsible for notifying the Executive Director of Human Resources of the complaint if the complaint involves an employee. 4. If the complaint involves an employee, the Executive Director of Human Resources and principal shall immediately investigate the complaint and shall, at the end of the investigation, recommend disciplinary action against the harasser if the complaint is substantiated.

Both parties shall be notified of the results of the investigation. 5. If the complaint does not involve an employee, the principal shall immediately investigate the complaint and, at the end of the investigation, recommend disciplinary action to be taken against the harasser if the complaint is substantiated. Both parties shall be notified of the results of the investigation. 6. Any formal grievance investigated under this policy shall be handled pursuant to Board Policy #5047. E. Retaliation: Retaliation shall not be permitted against an individual who complains of sexual harassment, anyone who testifies on behalf of the complainant, or anyone who assists or participates in an investigation or proceeding conducted under this policy.

1. Enable the student to continue to participate in the general curriculum, although in another setting; and 2. Enable the student to progress toward meeting the goals set out in the IEP.

School personnel may order a change in placement of a student with a disability to an appropriate interim alternative educational setting for 45 school days, even if a student’s conduct is determined to be a manifestation of the student’s disability, if: 1. The student carries a weapon to school or to a school function under the jurisdiction of the district (a device, instrument, materials or substance - animate or inanimate - that is used for or is readily capable of causing death or serious bodily injury, except that such term does not include a pocket knife with a blade of less than 2 1/2 inches in length; 2. The student knowingly possesses or uses illegal drugs or sells or solicits the sale of a controlled substance while at school or at a school function under the jurisdiction of the district (controlled substance as defined in the Controlled Substances Act and that the level of intent is “knowing”). 3. The student has inflicted serious bodily injury on another person (a cut, abrasion, bruise, burn or disfigurement, physical pain, illness, impairment of the function of a bodily member, organ or mental faculty, or any other injury, no matter how temporary). C. Manifest Determination: If school personnel wish to apply disciplinary procedures which are applicable to all students, the IEP team of a student with a disability must first determine whether the misconduct was a manifestation of the disability. In making a Manifestation Determination decision, an IEP team must review information in the student’s file, relevant information supplied by the parents, observations of the student and the student’s IEP and placement. The team should analyze the student’s behavior as demonstrated across all settings and all time when determining whether the conduct in question is a direct result of the disability. The team must determine: • Whether the conduct in question was caused by, or had a direct and substantial relationship to, the student’s disability; or • Was the behavior the direct result of the district’s failure to implement the IEP. 1. If the team determines a direct and substantial relationship between a student’s behavior and the disability and/or the school’s failure to provide or implement an IEP or placement, it must conclude that the behavior was a manifestation of the student’s disability. The IEP team must meet the following requirements: a. conduct a functional behavior assessment and implement a behavior intervention plan for the student, unless the district conducted one prior to the manifestation determination; b. if the IEP team had previously developed a behavior intervention plan, it must review and modify the plan as necessary to address the behavior; and c. return the student to the previous educational placement, unless the parent and the district agree to a change of placement or the 45-day rule exception applies (i.e., the three automatic 45-day removal violations). Parents shall receive prior written notice of proposed disciplinary action and a copy of all procedural safeguards accorded under the law. If the school initiates disciplinary procedures, the team shall ensure that the special education and disciplinary records of the student are transmitted for consideration by the person making the final determination regarding the disciplinary action. 2. If the team finds that the behavior is not a manifestation of the student’s disability, the school may discipline the student using the relevant disciplinary procedures applicable to all students in the same manner and for the same duration, but must ensure that FAPE services are provided. D. Procedural Safeguards and Stay-put Rules: Parents may challenge a Manifestation Determination or any decision regarding placement with a right to have an expedited due process hearing. Expedited hearing shall occur within twenty days of the hearing request, and the hearing officer must make a determination within ten school days after the hearing.

Revised 12/1/17

DISCIPLINE PROCEDURES FOR STUDENTS..............................5070 WITH DISABILITIES

This policy applies to the suspension or other disciplinary removal of a student with a disability from a current educational program. Disciplinary removal refers to reassignment of a student with a disability to an interim alternative education setting not specified in the student’s IEP or IAP. A student with a disability is defined as any student who has been determined disabled under IDEA or Section 504, Rehabilitation Act and has a current Individual Education Plan (IEP) or Individual Accommodation Plan (IAP). These procedural safeguards also apply to a student if the district ‘has knowledge’ that the student may have a disability. For these protections to apply, the district must have knowledge of the suspected disability before the behavior that precipitates the disciplinary action occurs. The district is determined to have knowledge if: • A parent has expressed concern in writing to an administrative personnel or the student’s teacher that the student is in need of special education and/ or related services; • A parent has requested an evaluation for their child; • The student’s teacher has expressed specific concerns about a pattern of behavior directly to the Director of Special Education or school administrator. The district is not deemed to have knowledge if: • A parent has not allowed an evaluation of the student; • A parent has refused to give consent to provide services to the student; • A student has been evaluated and determined ineligible for Part B services. A. Disciplinary Removal for Less Than Ten Days: School personnel may unilaterally remove a student with a disability from the current educational placement for not more than ten school days within a school year without providing educational services for any conduct that would warrant disciplinary removal of a student without disabilities. The principal may remove a student for up to ten consecutive school days per offense, as long as the additional removals do not constitute a change in placement. The district will follow its policy and procedures for the suspension/ disciplinary removal of students without disabilities. Change in placement occurs if a series of removals constitute a pattern. A pattern is determined by the length of each removal, the total amount of time the student is removed, the proximity of the removals to one another, and the nature of the offense. B. Disciplinary Removal for More Than Ten School Days: Prior to any change in placement resulting in a school removal of more than ten consecutive days per offense or ten cumulative days that constitute a change in placement, the student’s IEP team, including the parents, must meet to determine if the misbehavior is a manifestation of the disability. The following procedural safeguards shall be implemented not later than the tenth day after taking disciplinary action involving suspension or placement in an interim alternative education setting: 1. The principal will notify the student’s parent/guardian in writing of the proposed disciplinary action and all procedural safeguards accorded under the law; 2. An IEP Review and Manifestation Determination meeting, to include the student’s parents/guardians, shall be scheduled within ten school days after the date on which the decision to take disciplinary action was made; 3. The IEP team must either: a. Develop a plan to conduct a functional behavior assessment and develop a behavior intervention plan or; b. Review and modify an existing behavior intervention plan to address the misbehavior.



For removals of more than ten school days cumulative in a school year that do not constitute a change in placement, the principal must consult with the student’s special education teacher to determine what services are required to provide free appropriate public education (FAPE) during the school removal. For removals of more than ten school days cumulative in a school year that do constitute a change in placement, the student’s IEP team must determine what services are required to provide FAPE. The alternative educational setting shall be determined by the IEP team and must be selected to:

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If parents request a hearing regarding disciplinary action or to challenge the interim alternative education setting (IAES) of the Manifestation Determination, the student shall remain in the interim alternative education setting pending the decision of the hearing officer or until the expiration of the time period set of the disciplinary action, whichever occurs first, unless the parent and district agree otherwise.



The district may request a hearing to change a student’s placement if the district believes that maintaining the student’s current placement is substantially likely to result in injury to the student or others. The hearing officer may order a change in placement to an interim alternative educational setting for a period of up to 45 days, if the hearing officer concurs with the district’s assessment of the student.

DISCIPLINE PROCEDURES FOR STUDENTS..............................5070 WITH DISABILITIES (Cont.)

D. Trips are subject to the availability of funding, buses and drivers. E. Students may not leave the school without a permission slip signed by their parent/guardian. F. Non-district-funded trips by a chartered bus are not affected by budget constraints and bus availability. However, transportation arrangements must be approved by the principal or director.

E. Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE): FAPE means that the student must have the opportunity to make appropriate progress in the same curriculum as that offered to nondisabled students and make appropriate advancement toward the goals identified in the student’s IEP. The student must receive FAPE during any periods of removal over ten school days in a school year, regardless of the relationship of the misbehavior to the disability. The district will provide appropriate educational and related services for students identified as disabled under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act only if it has been determined that the misconduct was related to the disability. Otherwise, educational services during removals shall be governed by district and state policy and procedures for suspension of nondisabled students. F. Suspension From Transportation: Suspension from transportation for more than ten school days within a school year is considered a change of placement if the bus suspension prevents the student from attending school, only if transportation is identified as a related service on the IEP. Such a transportation suspension will trigger an IEP Review and a Manifestation Determination meeting to consider whether the misconduct is related to the disability and to review or design a Behavior Intervention Plan to address the misconduct. The IEP team may consider a more restricted means of transportation by utilizing special transportation or the need to reimburse the student’s parent for the reasonable cost of transporting the student to and from school at the district’s rate for the duration of the suspension. G. Referral to Law Enforcement/Judicial Authorities: Nothing in IDEA prohibits a school from reporting a crime committed by a student with a disability to appropriate authorities or prevents state law enforcement and judicial authorities from exercising their responsibilities under federal or state law. The school district reporting the crime committed by a student with a disability shall ensure that copies of the special education and disciplinary records of the student are transmitted for consideration by the appropriate authorities subject to FERPA guidelines.

Revised 12/10/12

CLASS PARTIES..............................................................................5300 All parties are scheduled and sponsored by the administration, teachers or parent group. Pre-kindergarten through fifth grade may have two parties each year: Winter and Valentine’s Day. Pre-kindergarten and kindergarten have the option of two additional parties, those being Fall Fun and Spring Fun. Birthday parties are not allowed. School parties grades 6-12 must be held after school hours and approved in advance by the building principal. Revised 1/18/10

PARKING AND DRIVING REGULATIONS......................................5400

A student who drives a vehicle to school must have it registered in the school office and purchase a school parking permit to display in a designated area on the vehicle. Parking permits can be obtained in the principal’s office. Each vehicle a student drives to school must have a parking permit unless temporary arrangements are made with the principal ahead of time to park the vehicle on the lot. Any student who drives or parks a vehicle on school property is deemed to consent to a search of that vehicle at any time and is required to open the vehicle for such a search. Refusal by the student to open the vehicle while on school property may be grounds for discipline, including suspension and/or loss of parking privileges.

Revised 12/10/18

ELIGIBILITY FOR PARTICIPATION IN...........................................5200 ACTIVITIES/ATHLETICS

SCHOLARSHIP Activity participants in grades 7-12 must have maintained, up to the end of the preceding week in which the activity occurs, a passing grade in all subjects.

Each student must have a valid driver’s license before a parking permit will be issued. Parking is a privilege, and any unsafe operation or violations may result in revocation of parking privileges.

If students fail to meet the minimum scholastic standard (a passing grade in all subjects) at the end of the week, they will be placed on probation for the next oneweek period. During probation, students may continue to participate in activities. If students are failing to meet the minimum scholastic standard at the end of a probationary one-week period, they will be ineligible to participate during the next one-week period. The ineligibility period will begin on Monday and end on Sunday.

Revised 12/11/17

STUDENT RESIDENCY..................................................................5450

The Union Public School District is established for the purpose of serving the educational interests of resident students.

Students who have lost eligibility under this provision must achieve minimum scholastic standards in order to regain eligibility. Students regain eligibility with the first class of a new one-week period.

DEFINITIONS A. Residency: As used in this policy, the terms “residence,” “residency,” and “legal residence” shall mean the student’s present place of abode, provided that it is a place where important family activities (such as sleeping, eating, working, relaxing and playing) take place during a significant part of each day. Mere presence alone is not sufficient to establish residency. Documentary evidence that may be submitted to establish residency is identified in paragraphs A and C under Procedure for Resolving Residency Disputes (below). B. Person having legal custody: As used in this policy, the phrase “person having legal custody” means a person who is legally responsible for the care of the child pursuant to the order of a court, governmental agency, or state law responsible for making custody determinations and/or placements. C. The address established as primary residence will be the only address used in the student management system. D. Homeless children and youth. As used in this policy, the phrase “homeless children and youth” means students who lack fixed, regular and adequate nighttime residence and includes: 1. Children and youths who are sharing the housing of other persons due to loss of housing, economic hardship or a similar reason; are living in motels, hotels, trailer parks or camping grounds due to the lack of alternative adequate accommodations; are living in emergency or transitional shelters; are abandoned in hospitals; or are awaiting foster care placement; 2. Children and youths who have a primary nighttime residence that is a public or private place not designed for or ordinarily used as a regular sleeping accommodation for human beings; 3. Children and youths who are living in cars, parks, public spaces, buildings, substandard housing, bus or train stations or similar settings, and 4. Migratory children (as such term is defined in Section 1309 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965) who qualify as homeless for the purposes of this subtitle because the children are living in circumstances described in clauses 1 through 4.

ORGANIZATIONS AND EVENTS AFFECTED BY POLICY The student eligibility policy will affect all student activities which are competitive in nature, involving two or more schools, and where recognition, ratings, or awards are given and winners determined. EXCEPTIONS Individual organizations may adopt higher standards for participation at the discretion of the instructor, with approval from the principal and director. These standards will be communicated in advance to the students and their parents. Documentation of this communication will be retained by the individual instructor. DOCUMENTATION AND ADMINISTRATION OF THE POLICY The principal or designee will develop a weekly grade check procedure in accordance with OSSAA regulations. The principal or designee will be responsible for collecting the data and informing the Director of Athletics, Director of Fine Arts, instructors, students and parents/guardians affected by this policy. Students who participate in extracurricular activities must also maintain their eligibility in accordance with OSSAA regulations and the Department of Education of the State of Oklahoma. Revised 12/11/17

FIELD TRIPS....................................................................................5250

The Union Public School District recognizes that there are occasions when it would be greatly beneficial to the students to make a trip outside their home school. In view of the large number of classes throughout the district, it is also recognized that it would be a major expense for each of them to take field trips during the school year. Therefore, budget permitting, the following guidelines will apply: A. All trips must be approved and arranged through building principals and the Transportation Department subject to bus availability and an adequate funding source. B. District-sponsored trips are intended to be extensions of the classroom and enhancements to the curriculum. Since funding is limited, field trips may be limited. C. No trip will be approved by the principal which is not directly related to career education or the specific classroom subject.

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STUDENT RESIDENCY (Cont.)......................................................5450



Address changes reported to schools must be sent immediately to the Enrollment Center for validation and official change in the student management system with two proofs of address as listed in section C. D. Any question or dispute as to the residence of a student shall be determined by the Residency Officer, and the Board of Education, pursuant to the following procedures: 1. The student’s parent/guardian or person having legal custody of the child must notify the Residency Officer in writing or by email of the review request within three (3) school days from the date of written denial of admittance or from the date of written notification that the student is considered not to be a resident of the district. Upon receipt of a request for review, the Residency Officer shall allow the parent/guardian or person having legal custody to provide additional pertinent information in accordance with the district’s criteria and the statutory provisions regarding residency. This information must be submitted with the request for review. 2. The Residency Officer must render a decision and notify the student’s parent/guardian or person having legal custody of the child of the decision and reasoning thereof in writing within five (5) school days of the receipt of the request for review. 3. In the event the student’s parent/guardian or person having legal custody of the child disagrees with the Residency Officer’s decision, such person shall notify the Residency Officer in writing within three (3) school days of his/her receipt of the Residency Officer’s decision. The Residency Officer will submit his/her findings and all documents reviewed to the Superintendent or designee. The Superintendent or designee will review the decision and the documents submitted on behalf of the district and the student and will render a decision. The decision of the Superintendent will be final. 4. In an effort to place students in school as quickly as possible, timelines shall be followed unless, due to emergency circumstances, both parties agree to an extension of timelines.

POLICY STATEMENT A. State law provides that a child’s residence for school purposes is the school district in which the (1) parents, (2) guardian, or (3) person having legal custody holds legal residence. B. State law also grants school districts the discretion to permit a child to establish residency by residing with an adult who is a legal resident of the school district and does not fit into any of the categories listed above if such adult has assumed permanent care and custody of the child. C. The Board of Education of the Union Public School District has determined that it is in the best interest of the district not to allow a child to establish residency in the district by residing with an adult who is a legal resident of the district and has assumed permanent care and custody of the child but does not fit into any of the categories listed in section A (parent, guardian or person having legal custody). Students may attend school temporarily (30 days) with proof that guardians are completing the legal guardianship/ custody process. The residency officer must be notified when legal status is obtained. If a divorce has been granted, the decree will state which parent has legal custody. If the decree awards joint custody, then the residence in which the child resides on a regular basis determines the legal residency of the child for school attendance. D. The Residency Officer will determine whether a student is a homeless child or youth for purposes of establishing residency and promptly advise the parent, guardian or person having legal custody of the child of the decision, both orally and in writing, if possible. If there is no such person, the Residency Officer will advise the student. The district will enroll each homeless student and permit his or her full participation in all school programs, whether or not the student is accompanied by a parent, guardian or person having custody of the child, and without proof of residence, current immunizations and traditional enrollment documentation, such as school records and medical/immunization records. The district’s homeless liaison may assist the student and school in obtaining those items. A parent, guardian or person having legal custody of the child who disagrees with the Residency Officer’s determination may appeal the decision to the Superintendent or designee under the procedure identified in paragraph D, item 4, under Procedure for Resolving Residency Disputes (below). If there is no parent, guardian or person having legal custody of the child available, the student may appeal the decision. E. Per SB 1951, children of military families will be afforded a timely enrollment process ensuring they are not placed at a disadvantage due to the deployment of a military parent. This removes barriers imposed on children of military families because of frequent moves. F. Per HB 2069, foster care students may now be enrolled in any of the following districts: • the district where the child resided prior to being in foster care, • the district of the current foster family, • the district of the prior foster family, • the district where another student in the foster home is being educated pursuant to a transfer. PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING RESIDENCY DISPUTE A. The Union Public School District recognizes that there may be occasions when there is a dispute regarding residency. Upon enrollment in the school system, the district will verify that the student is a resident of the district or is otherwise entitled to attend school in the district for any reason authorized by law. As a part of this verification process, the district will obtain an address from each student or the student’s parent/guardian or person having legal custody of the child. In providing an address to the district that is within the district’s boundaries, the student and the student’s parent/guardian or person having legal custody of the child represent that this address is the student’s residence. The district may also require, in order to verify residency, certified copies of court orders, guardianship documents, written agreements, and affidavits relating to the care, custody and control of the student, and any other information deemed relevant by the district. B. If at any time an administrator of the district has a reasonable belief that the reported residence may not be the residence of the child for purposes of school attendance, the administrator will complete an investigation form. The Residency Officer shall notify the student’s parent/guardian or person having legal custody of the child that there is a question regarding the legal residency of the student. The student’s parent/guardian or person having legal custody of the child shall be given an opportunity to submit information regarding the student’s residency to the district’s Residency Officer. All notices required by this policy shall be in writing. If residency is still in question, a home visit may be required. Additionally, reasonable alternative arrangements for documenting communications will be made for those persons who are visually impaired or otherwise unable to communicate in writing. C. Information or documentation to prove student residency in the district shall include, but not be limited to, proof of provisions of utilities (telephone and cable bills are not acceptable) in the name of the care provider for the address, payments of ad valorem taxes, local agreements or contracts for purchasing/leasing housing, income tax returns, notes, mortgages, contracts and any other source of proof which is not in conflict with statutory provisions relating to the residence of students. Two verifiable proofs of residency will be required at enrollment or at any time verification of residence is requested.

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MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS A. Hearings involving more than one student where students are related or residing in the same household may, at the discretion of the Residency Officer and the Superintendent or designee, be consolidated. B. In the event the residency dispute involves an 18-year-old student, all notices will be delivered to the student because, at 18, the student ceases to be a minor. C. If already enrolled and attending school in the district, a student or students involved in a dispute related to the student’s residency may remain in school until available appeals are exhausted when the student or the student’s parent/guardian or person having legal custody of the child has filed an appeal in the manner and within the time permitted by this policy. D. The Residency Officer shall be in charge of maintaining the files related to a residency dispute, ensuring that the principals or others directly involved in such a dispute forward their records of the dispute following their involvement, and otherwise keeping all communications involving the dispute intact. E. The Residency Officer of the district is the Director of Enrollment. F. The Board of Education understands that there may be some instances where residency may be established on a date other than the date the student was enrolled in the district. For any period during which a student is enrolled in the district but is not a resident of the district, the district may charge tuition if it is established that the student’s parent/guardian or person having legal custody of the child knew or should have known that the child or children who are the subject of the residency dispute were not residents of the district. The tuition shall be based on a per capita cost of educating a student in the district during the preceding year. This issue may be raised along with other issues related to the residency dispute and shall be heard in the same manner. G. The district shall provide for educational services for homeless children to the extent required by Public Law 100-77, Title VII, Subsection B. H. The district reserves the right to require reverification of student residency at any time which may include a home visit. I. A copy of this policy shall be given to the student’s parent/guardian or person having legal custody of the child as soon as possible following the inception of any residency dispute. J. Legal residents who move from the district during a school year shall be entitled to continue for the remainder of that school year only but will be responsible for their own transportation; no district transportation will be provided. The student must withdraw from Union Public Schools and enroll in a new district of residence for the next school year if legal residency in Union is not reestablished. This provision may be revoked if the student fails to comply with district regulations for attendance and student behavior. K. False information regarding residency, falsification of documents, omission of reporting a move outside of the district, false statements regarding guardianship or custody, will result in immediate cancellation of enrollment in the district. L. In order to document permanent residency in the district, the district can require evidence that the previous address is completely vacated and all furniture, appliances, clothing, food, vehicles, etc., are moved from a previous address to the address within the district. M. It is the parent’s/guardian’s or person having legal custody’s responsibility to immediately inform the district Enrollment Center if the child’s legal address changes.

STUDENT RESIDENCY (Cont.).....................................................5450

F. Fails to complete the Application Form, provide the district with sufficient educational records, or inform the district in detail of the grades/courses/ programs in which the student desires to enroll or participate if the application is accepted so that the criteria above can be applied within the time deadlines set by law for the approval or rejection of a transfer. All such records must be supplied to the district in time for district personnel to make a reasonable review of such records in applying the approval/denial criteria set by this policy. This is particularly important for students with disabilities because all documentation of the resident district will need to be reviewed to make a preliminary determination as to whether the district has the appropriate programs, staff, and services to provide the applicant with the education and services set forth in the student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP), and, if a preliminary approval determination is made, to prepare for and conduct a joint IEP conference with the resident district prior to any final approval or rejection of the transfer application. All applicants must consent in writing to the release of educational records from previous schools attended, and applicants for students with disabilities must consent in writing to forward to this district whatever confidential records this district deems is necessary to review in applying the approval/denial criteria of this policy. The Superintendent or designee has authority to amend the Application Form by regulation to include additional information needed to review an application request. G. Fails to timely submit a completed application; or, H. Provides incorrect information on the application request.

N. A child will not be enrolled until all necessary documentation has been provided and verified. O. Parents who cannot provide the necessary information to verify their address because they are residing with a friend or relative on a temporary basis will be required to complete an affidavit of residence which must be notarized by personnel in the district’s Enrollment Center. The affidavit of residence, once verified by school officials, will allow the student to attend school for thirty (30) calendar days at which time the parent/legal guardian must provide additional verifiable documentation that a permanent residence has been established. Both the resident homeowner and the parent of the student are to present themselves in person to complete the affidavit. Each must provide a valid driver’s license or picture ID. The resident homeowner must provide two proofs of residence as required for all new students. The student’s parent will be expected to provide a final utility statement from their previous residence and documentation that the residence has been sold or that the lease has expired. Revised 12/10/18

STUDENT TRANSFER....................................................................5500

A request for a transfer into the Union Public School District initiated by or on behalf of a nonresident student will be approved or refused in accordance with this policy. Criteria For Approval Or Denial Of Open Transfers: The fact that the district has adopted an open transfer policy does not mean that every transfer application will be accepted. A transfer will be denied if the administration determines the transfer would detract from the educational experience of currently enrolled students or place additional financial or space burdens upon the district. A transfer application will NOT be approved if this district does not: A. Provide the courses/educational program(s) in which the applicant desires to enroll or in which this district deems the student is required to enroll in order to comply with state and federal laws and regulations; B. Have adequate facilities to provide the courses/educational program(s) in which the applicant desires to enroll or in which this district deems the student is required to enroll in order to comply with state and federal laws and regulations; C. Have adequate space for the student in the courses/educational program(s) in which the applicant desires to enroll or in which the district deems the student is required to enroll in order to comply with state and federal laws and regulations. The administration may reserve preferred space for resident students or new resident students reasonably anticipated to move into the district during the school year. Thus, the district may deny a transfer or rescind a transfer if approval would result in: 1. Placing a financial or education burden on the district, district facilities, or staff in the courses/educational programs the student would attend; 2. Exceeding class size limitations set by state law or district guidelines in such courses; or, 3. Exceeding a percentage of such class size limitations as set by the Superintendent or designee. The administration may determine that a percentage of class size mandates should be reserved for later resident enrollment to prevent the exceeding of class size limits later in the school year due to additional enrollment of reasonably anticipated new resident students. D. Have current personnel needed to provide the grade/courses/programs in which the applicant desires to enroll. A transfer will NOT be approved if the student: E. Has a disciplinary record which provides a reasonable basis to determine the applicant would present a discipline problem if enrolled. Such a reasonable basis will exist if school discipline or court records of the student, from any public or private school within or without the State of Oklahoma or any court within or without the State of Oklahoma, show the student at any time: 1. Has violated school regulations; 2. Has committed an act commonly regarded as being immoral; 3. Has been adjudicated as a delinquent for an offense that is not a violent offense under relevant Oklahoma law; 4. Has been adjudicated as a delinquent for an offense that is a violent offense under relevant Oklahoma law; 5. Has been convicted as an adult for an offense defined in relevant Oklahoma law as an exception to a nonviolent offense; 6. Has been convicted as an adult for an offense defined in relevant Oklahoma law as a violent offense; 7. Has committed on school property, in school transportation, or at a school event a violent act or an act showing deliberate or reckless disregard for the health or safety of faculty or others; 8. Has possessed on school property, in school transportation, or at a school event an alcoholic beverage, low-point beer as defined by relevant Oklahoma law, a wireless telecommunication device, or missing or stolen property found to have been taken from a student, school employee, or the school during school activities; or, 9. Has possessed on school property, while in school transportation, or at a school event a dangerous weapon or a controlled dangerous substance as defined by relevant Oklahoma law. A transfer will NOT be approved if the applicant:

Students who reside outside the district and attend Union Public Schools on an authorized transfer are eligible for district transportation as space is available which includes service from existing stops within the district. Union Public Schools will not accept tuition fees for the purpose of attending school other than those required by law, special tuition-based programs, and cooperative programs for exceptional children. Delegation Of Approval Authority To Superintendent Or Designee: The Board of Education delegates to the Superintendent or designee the authority to approve or deny a transfer application pursuant to the criteria listed in this policy or to cancel a transfer during the school year for violation of any items listed in E. Priority for transfers first will be given to applications for the enrollment of nonresident students who are children of full-time district employees or Union Schools Education Foundation employees. Students who reside in the subdivision Cedar Ridge East, also known as The Trails at Cedar Ridge, or Berwick and whose home resides on land claimed by Union Public Schools and another district may be granted a transfer into Union Public Schools. Time Of Receipt Of Applications Determines Order Of Review: Transfer requests will be numbered, dated, and time-stamped as received, and the district shall consider requests on a first-come, first-served basis. Any currently enrolled district student for whom an open transfer has been approved in the past and any sibling of such student will be given priority if an application is filed before April 1, and the first-come, first-served list will be compiled only after such current students and their siblings have been placed on the list. Nondiscrimination: The district shall not accept or deny an open or emergency transfer application based upon the student’s ethnicity, national origin, race, color, religion, gender, gender expression or identity, sex, sexual orientation, income level, pregnancy, genetic information, disabling condition, proficiency in the English language, measure of achievement, aptitude, or athletic ability. Failure to meet the criteria in this policy for approval will not be deemed to be rejection for a discriminatory reason. Students With Disabilities: If a student with a disability applies for a transfer, the student must supply all documentation of the resident district relating to the student’s previous and current IEPs so that this district may: A. Determine whether the district currently has appropriate programs, staff, services and placement needed to fulfill the current or anticipated IEP of the student; and, B. If a preliminary determination is made that the district has the appropriate programs, staff, services and placement needed to fulfill the current IEP of the student if the transfer application is approved, conduct the statutorilyrequired joint IEP conference with the district of residence before a final determination of approval or denial is made. C. If an IEP student has been accepted into the district on a transfer of any kind for three consecutive years, the transfer will be automatically renewed each year. Not withstanding the provisions of this policy, students with disabilities may be educated in this district pursuant to special education cooperative agreements between this district and other school districts. Such transfers will not be deemed to be parent- or student-initiated transfer applications governed by this policy.

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STUDENT TRANSFER (Cont.)........................................................5500

student has been the victim of harassment, intimidation, or bullying and the sending school district was notified of the incident or incidents prior to the filing of the application for transfer.

Students of Deployed Parents: A student may apply for a transfer if he/she is the dependent child of a member of the active uniformed military services of the United States on full-time active duty status and for whom Oklahoma is the home of record, and students who are the dependent children of a member of the military reserve on active duty orders and for whom Oklahoma is the home of record. A. At least one parent has a Department of Defense-issued identification card. B. At least one parent can provide evidence that he/she will be on active duty status or active duty orders, meaning the parent will be temporarily transferred in compliance with official orders to another location in support of combat, contingency operation, or a natural disaster requiring the use of orders for more than thirty (30) consecutive days. C. The student will be residing with a relative of the student who lives in the receiving school district or who will be living in the receiving school district within six (6) months of the filing of the application for transfer.

Applications for approval of a transfer will not be considered unless the parent has signed the Consent to Cancellation of Transfer Form which will cancel the transfer if the conditions stated in the form occur. This district shall have complete discretion as to whether to approve or not to approve an emergency transfer which is based upon prior approval of the resident district. Approval Of A Transfer Requires Agreement For Cancellation Of Transfer: Approval by this district of any transfer is contingent upon the applicant agreeing in writing to cancellation of this transfer by the district during the school year if the student does not comply with the rules and regulations of this district for student behavior. The Board of Education hereby delegates to the Superintendent or designee the authority to cancel any transfer previously granted by the Board of Education upon a determination that cancellation is appropriate.

Time Deadlines For Open Transfers: A. No later than May 31 of the school year preceding the year the transfer is desired, parent/guardian may file an open transfer application to the receiving district. B. No later than May 31 of the same year, the receiving district must notify the resident district that a transfer application has been filed, and notification is via the receiving district entering applications in the Wave online no later than May 31. C. No later than July 15, the receiving district’s Board of Education shall approve or deny open transfer applications, verified by entering the decision in the Wave online, and must notify the parent/guardian of their transfer decision. D. No later than August 1, a parent/guardian who was notified of an approved open transfer shall provide written notice to the receiving district that their child/student will be enrolling in the receiving district [70 O.S. § 8-103] [OAC 210:10-1-18 (d)(4)]

Students Seeking A Transfer From A Non-Accredited School Or A Home School Only Will Be Granted Provisional Approval Pending Review Of Test Results And Application Of Policy Criteria To The Placement Deemed Appropriate: Students currently enrolled in a private school not accredited by a state agency or in a home school are not guaranteed enrollment in the grade/programs/courses in which the applicant desires to enroll. Students desiring to transfer from private schools not accredited by a state agency or from a home school will be required to take all placement tests required of resident students enrolling in the district after attendance in private schools not accredited by a state agency or home schools, and the administration will decide the appropriate placement primarily upon placement test results as per district policy. Accordingly, students applying for a transfer from such schools will be granted a provisional transfer until: (a) test results are reviewed to determine the appropriate grade/courses/programs for the applicant and (b) the criteria of this policy is then applied to determine if the applicant is eligible for transfer approval.

Athletic And Other Competition: A transfer student, other than a student granted an emergency transfer, will not be eligible to participate in school-related interscholastic competition governed by the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association (“Association”) for a period of one year from the first day of attendance at this district, unless the transfer is from a school district not offering the grade the student is entitled to pursue. Whether a student granted a transfer will be eligible to participate in school-related interscholastic competition shall be determined by the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association (OSSAA) and school residency determined by the district Residency Officer.

Acceptance Of Assignment Required; Subsequent Change Needs Administrative Approval: Because approval of transfers is based upon criteria of sufficient programs, staffing, and space needs for the particular applicant, a transfer student must accept the school site, courses, and programs to which the student is assigned by the administration. A TRANSFER STUDENT WILL NOT BE ALLOWED AT THE TIME OF, OR AFTER, ENROLLMENT TO CHANGE THE GRADE/COURSES/PROGRAMS IN WHICH THE STUDENT STATED HE OR SHE DESIRED TO ENROLL ON THE TRANSFER APPLICATION WITHOUT SPECIFIC WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT OR DESIGNEE. It will be the responsibility of the transfer student or parent to inform the school official from whom approval for a new assignment is requested that the student is a transfer student, and failure to do so will result in cancellation of the transfer unless excused by the Superintendent or designee.

Emergency Transfers: Students may be granted a transfer on an emergency basis. The parent or person with custody must submit a completed application on a form approved by the State Board of Education. On an adequate showing of an emergency, the Superintendent or designee may approve a transfer, subject to approval of the State Board of Education. An emergency shall include proof provided by the parent of: A. The inability of the resident district to provide an education to the transfer applicant due to the destruction or partial destruction of a school building attended by the student; B. The inability of the resident district to offer the subject the pupil desires to pursue, provided the pupil became a legal resident of the school district after February 1 of the school year immediately prior to the school year for which the pupil is seeking the transfer; C. A catastrophic medical problem of the student, which means an acute or chronic serious illness, disease, disorder or injury which has a permanent detrimental effect on the body’s system or makes the risk of harm unusually hazardous, such that removal from the resident district is medically needed; D. The total failure of the resident district to provide transportation to and from school; E. The concurrence of both the resident school district and this receiving district, and the signature of the sending (resident) school district Superintendent or designee is required.

Revised 11/14/16

STUDENTS ENTERING FROM ANOTHER....................................5501 SCHOOL DISTRICT

The Board of Education of the Union Public School District, in the interest of maintaining a suitable educational environment, student discipline and the safety and well-being of all students and employees, adopts the following policy prohibiting the attendance of or the approval of a transfer of any student who has been moved to an alternative placement due to attendance or discipline issues. The Union Public School District may prohibit any student who is under suspension from another school district (public or private) at the time he/she enrolls in the Union Public School District from attending classes or participating in school activities (hereafter the “prohibition term”) within the district. This prohibition includes students who establish or attempt to establish a bona fide residency within the district either before or after their suspension from another school district. Any student subjected to a prohibition term pursuant to this policy may appeal that decision to the Superintendent or designee by requesting such an appeal within 48 hours of the student’s notice of the decision. Student appeal requests to the Superintendent or designee must be made in writing. Failure to appeal a decision imposing a prohibition term in a timely manner waives all rights to further challenge such decision.



With the concurrence of the resident school, a student classified as a junior or senior may receive a transfer provided said student was legally enrolled as a sophomore or junior by September 15 in the Union Public Schools and has not broken tenure with the district during that school year. A senior is defined as a student who has attained a minimum of 16 units of credit by the beginning of the school year, and a junior is defined as a student who has attained a minimum of 10 units of credit or six core credits and is enrolled in a course of study which would complete requirements for graduation. F. The unavailability of a specialized deaf education program for a student who is deaf or hearing impaired. G. Special needs student services not offered. H. Unavailability of remote on-site or Internet-based instruction by course title in the district of residence for a student identified as in need of dropout recovery or alternative education services, provided such student was enrolled at any time in a public school in this state during the previous three (3) years, or, I. When a student has been the victim of harassment, intimidation, and bullying as defined by law, upon verification by the receiving school district that the

If upon receipt of official records from the sending school, the Union Public School District discovers the student has been suspended and has failed to report this information when he/she enrolled, the district may require the student to complete the terms of the suspension that occurred at the sending school. On appeal, the Superintendent or designee will consider: A. Whether the student is under suspension or reassigned to alternative placement from another school district. B. The reason for the suspension. C. Whether the length of the suspension and any conditions imposed pursuant to the suspension are consistent with the Union Public School District’s suspension policy for the same or similar offenses.

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If the answers to A and C are in the affirmative, the prohibition term will be upheld. If the student is found not to be under suspension or reassigned to alternative placement from another school district, the student will be immediately eligible to attend classes and to participate in school activities. If the suspension or reassignment to alternative placement imposed upon the student is found to be inconsistent with the district’s student suspension policy or practices for similar offenses, then the Superintendent or designee may consider modifications to the prohibition term in order to make the prohibition term consistent with the district’s suspension policy or practices.

E.

A student will be eligible to attend classes and participate in school activities following the expiration of the prohibition term.

G.

F.

Revised 1/18/10

H.

DISTRIBUTION OF FLYERS, BROCHURES, POSTERS/.SIGNS, AND PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS BY SECONDARY STUDENTS............... .........................................................................................................5502 Judicial decisions hold that secondary students have a constitutional right to distribute materials in school facilities, subject to reasonable regulation by school authorities of the time, place and manner of distribution and subject to certain restrictions concerning the content of the material.

Principals should consult with the Chief Communications Officer and/or their immediate supervisor. Violation of policy: Students who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, including suspension. Rights to future distribution may be denied. Definitions as used in this policy: 1. Distribution: The circulation of material by distributing copies, selling or offering copies for sale, and accepting donations for copies. 2. Material: Includes but is not limited to leaflets, magazines, books, brochures, flyers, petitions, newspapers, buttons, badges or other insignia. 3. Minors: Persons under the age of 18. If a student is suspended for violation of this policy or if distribution of the material is halted by a principal, the student may appeal the decision in accordance with district student suspension procedures. Miscellaneous: This policy does not apply to official school publications such as yearbooks or student newspapers published as a part of the school curricula. All schools within the district shall provide a notice to students and parents stating that by permitting the on-campus distribution of materials by students under this policy, the school, the district and the Board of Education are not approving any material distributed by students or endorsing, supporting or advocating the content of the material.

(For information about distribution of flyers, etc., by district-affiliated groups and outside organizations, see Board Policy #1050.)

The purpose of this policy is to provide for the exercise of this right by Union students in grades 6-12, and at the same time to inform them of the conditions which the Board of Education deems essential to prevent interference with the mission of the district to provide educational services for all district students. A. Time and place of distribution: Students may distribute materials at any entrance or exit to a school building for a period not to exceed 30 minutes prior to the commencement of the earliest class and/or not to exceed 30 minutes after the end of the last instructional class. Students may distribute materials at an entrance or exit to a school cafeteria when lunch is being served in the cafeteria. Students may distribute materials before and after regular school hours at the entrances and exits to school gymnasiums, school stadiums, school auditoriums or other school facilities when those facilities are being used. Students will not distribute materials in schools or on school grounds or facilities except as stated above. B. Manner of distribution: Students shall not distribute materials in a manner which disrupts a school activity or which impedes the flow of traffic within hallways or entrance ways to the school. No person will be compelled to accept any material. A person who declines to accept material must not be threatened, treated with disrespect (verbally or by gesture) or impeded in any manner. C. Clean-up: Students who distribute materials will be responsible for removing discarded and leftover materials from the school facility and grounds before they leave the school premises. D. Content: The distribution of material shall not be restricted or denied solely because of the political, religious or philosophical content of the material. However, students must realize that rights go hand-in-hand with responsibilities and that students have a responsibility to refrain from the distribution of material which is: 1. Obscene to minors, e.g., material which, taken as a whole, lacks serious literary, artistic, political or scientific value for minors and, which an average person, applying contemporary community standards, would find appeals to an obsessive interest in sex by minors to whom distribution is directed. 2. Libelous, e.g., material which is a false and unprivileged statement about a specific individual and tends to be harmful to the individual’s reputation. 3. Vulgar, lewd or indecent, e.g., material which an average person would deem improper for presentation to minors because of sexual connotations or profane language. 4. A display or promotion of unlawful products or services, e.g., material which advertises or advocates the use of products or services prohibited by law to minors. 5. Group defamation, e.g., material which disparages a group or a member of a group on the basis of race, color, religious affiliation, ethnic or national origin, gender, gender expression, identity or preference; or handicapping condition. This includes racial and religious epithets, “slurs,” insults and abuse. 6. Disruptive of school operations, e.g., material which, on the basis of past experience or based on specific instances of actual or threatened disruptions, is likely to cause a material and substantial disruption of the proper and orderly operation of school activities or school discipline. Students are asked to submit materials to the building principal in advance of distribution. If the building principal concludes that the submitted material falls within one or more of the categories of prohibited materials described above, the principal shall notify the students, in writing, within 24 hours (excluding non-school days). Students may elect to distribute material disapproved by the principal, but students should understand that such distribution may subject them to disciplinary action as provided herein, and that the principal may elect to take action to halt distribution of the material.

Revised 12/11/17

GIFTED/TALENTED EDUCATION..................................................5503

In accordance with requirements of state statutes, the Union Public School District provides a qualitatively differentiated program with an emphasis on individual learning styles and special abilities. The program features activities designed to advance the understanding of district curriculum, creative expression and critical thinking and to enhance the lifelong learning process. The district’s comprehensive plan for gifted/talented education is described in the Union Public Schools District Plan for Gifted/Talented Education, which is approved by the Board of Education and is on file at the Education Service Center and posted on the district’s website. Revised 1/16/06

EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR/SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES........................................................................................5504

Extended School Year (ESY) services may be defined as special education and/or related services which are provided to eligible children (aged 3-21) with disabilities beyond the traditional school year, as necessary for a free appropriate public education (FAPE), in accordance with state standards and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), as amended by Public Law 105-17. GUIDELINES A. ESY shall be developed and documented through the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) process. B. Students qualifying for ESY services shall be provided an appropriate program at no cost to the parents. C. Eligibility for ESY shall be made on an individual basis, not a student’s categorical label. D. All special education students are eligible for consideration for ESY. ELIGIBILITY FACTORS A. Degree of disability; B. Degree of regression suffered; C. Recovery time from this regression; D. Ability of parents to provide educational structure at home; E. Child’s rate of progress; F. Child’s behavioral problems; G. Child’s physical problems; H. Availability of alternative resources; I. Ability of the child to interact with non-disabled children; J. Area(s) in curriculum which need continuous attention; K. Child’s vocational needs; L. Whether the requested service is extraordinary for the child’s disability, as opposed to an integral part of a program for those with the child’s disability; M. Other relevant factors as determined by the IEP team. PROCEDURES A. When the IEP team undertakes a determination of eligibility for ESY services, it shall collect and analyze all pertinent data regarding the student’s physical and/or mental impairment, educational history and present educational functioning. B. Eligibility for ESY services shall be determined on an individual basis by the IEP team. C. When an IEP team determines that a special education student qualifies for ESY services in order to receive FAPE, the IEP team shall specify the instructional goals and services to be provided through ESY services. Parents shall receive prior written notice of ESY eligibility and services. D. Parents of a special education student who disagree with ESY eligibility and/ or services may request mediation, as defined in Parents Rights in Special Education: Notice of Procedural Safeguards. Revised 1/13/03

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CREDIT BY EXAM (CBE) AND PROFICIENCY-BASED .PROMOTION .........................................................................................................5505

Academy. Students will be provided with an ILP (Individual Learning Plan) to ensure they stay on pace with the course in which they are enrolled. C. The principal or designee shall evaluate and approve/disapprove all students’ requests to enroll in courses delivered by means of Internetbased instruction. Only those pre-approved enrollments shall be eligible for credit granted by the district. D. Students earning credit by means of Internet-based instruction shall participate in all assessments required by the Oklahoma School Testing Program. No student shall be allowed to participate in these assessments at a place other than the school site at which the student is enrolled. E. Exams relevant to the Internet-based course may be proctored by the certified staff member assigned as the contact person. F. Courses offered for credit by means of Internet-based instruction shall be aligned with current state standards. G. To qualify for credit, Internet-based courses must be accredited by AdvancED or another recognized accreditation agency. H. Instructors of Internet-based courses must be: (a) certified in Oklahoma, or (b) if the course originates out of state, must be certified in the state of origin to teach in the content area of the course offered, or (c) must be a faculty member at an accredited institution of higher education, possessing the specific content expertise necessary to teach the course. Instructors of web-based courses shall be provided in-service training pertaining to the methodology of instructional delivery and the technical aspects of distance learning.

Credit by Exam (CBE) and Proficiency-Based Promotion (PBP), provides the opportunity for students to move forward in their educational endeavors by subject, course and/or grade level based upon mastery of the Oklahoma State Standards, not upon time spent in classes, completion of assignments or prerequisites. Parental involvement is integral in the CBE process as is consideration of the student’s social, emotional and intellectual needs. CBE is intended to serve those unique students enrolled in Union Public Schools whose needs cannot be met by following a traditional timetable and sequence but who require promotion beyond current placement. Students who request CBE will complete an application process and take a criterion-referenced test to measure the skills and knowledge relevant to each core course or subject. Applicants may also be required to complete a performance component. Upon successful completion of all components, and after appropriate consultation with parents, students may be promoted and will receive appropriate credit. Credit earned in high-school-level courses will count toward meeting graduation requirements and a grade of ‘A’ will be assigned. However, the grade will not be included in calculating the student’s GPA. No record of unsuccessful attempts will be maintained in the student’s permanent school records. Options for accommodating student needs for advancement after having demonstrated proficiency may include, but are not limited to, the following: individualized instruction, correspondence courses, independent study, concurrent enrollment, cross-grade grouping or grade/course advancement. The district does not assume financial responsibility for these options.

Revised 12/11/17

TITLE I PARENT AND FAMILY ENGAGEMENT.............................. 5509

As with other promotion/retention issues, a parent may request a promotion against the recommendation of the school. At this point, school personnel may promote the child or re-affirm their position. The parent has the right of appeal to the Board of Education, whose decision is final.

The Board of Education believes that positive parental involvement is essential to student achievement, and thus encourages such involvement in school educational planning and operations.

In accordance with state statutes, Credit by Exam assessments are offered twice per year, prior to the beginning of the school year to affect upcoming grade placement and at the end of the school year to affect the following year’s grade placement. Dates for CBE assessments are published on the district website or by other public means. Students requesting CBE assessments must complete the application process and take the criterion-referenced test(s) within one of the two assessment periods per year designated by the district.

The district will put into operation programs, activities, and procedures for the involvement of parents in all of its schools with Title I, Part A programs [ESSA, Section 1112 (b)(7). A. Involve parents and family members in jointly developing the local educational agency plan under section 1112, and the development of support and improvement plans under paragraphs (1) and (2) of section 1111(d); B. Provide the coordination, technical assistance, and other support necessary to assist and build the capacity of all participating schools within the local educational agency in planning and implementing effective parent and family involvement activities to improve student academic achievement and school performance, which may include meaningful consultation with employers, business leaders, and philanthropic organizations, or individuals with expertise in effectively engaging parents and family members in education; C. Coordinate and integrate parent and family engagement strategies under this part with parent and family engagement strategies, to the extent feasible and appropriate, with other relevant federal, state, and local laws and programs; D. Conduct, with the meaningful involvement of parents and family members, an annual evaluation of the content and effectiveness of the parent and family engagement policy in improving the academic quality of all schools served under this part, including identifying: 1. Barriers to greater participation by parents in activities authorized by this section (with particular attention to parents who are economically disadvantaged, are disabled, have limited English proficiency, have limited literacy, or are of any racial or ethnic minority background); 2. The needs of parents and family members to assist with the learning of their children, including engaging with school personnel and teachers; and 3. Strategies to support successful school and family interactions; E. Use the findings of such evaluation in subparagraph (d) to design evidence-based strategies for more effective parental involvement, and to revise, if necessary, the parent and family engagement policies described in this section; and F. Involve parents in the activities of the schools served under this part, which may include establishing a parent advisory board comprised of a sufficient number and representative group of parents or family members served by the local educational agency to adequately represent the needs of the population served by such agency for the purposes of developing, revising, and reviewing the parent and family engagement policy [ESSA, 1116 (a)(2)].

Revised 12/9/13

ADMISSION OF PART-TIME STUDENTS......................................5506

It is the policy of the Union Public School District that all students enrolling in the district must do so on a full-time basis. Full-time basis is defined as attending classes each day of the week for the full instructional day within the public school system or in conjunction with another state-accredited institution such as a vocational-technical school or concurrently enrolled in a college or university or Union’s Virtual Learning Academy. The only exceptions to this policy shall be students who meet the requirements of homebound or homebased education, Credit Recovery, or students with disabilities whose Individual Education Plans require alternative class schedules. Revised 12/11/17

CREDIT/PLACEMENT FOR NON-ACCREDITED PROGRAMS...5507

Secondary students enrolling in Union Public Schools from a non-accredited program will be required to perform satisfactorily on criterion-referenced test(s) as set by the district to enroll in a grade or to receive credit for courses. Elementary students enrolling in Union Public Schools from home school may be required to perform satisfactorily on an assessment as set by the district to determine appropriate grade placement. Students entering Union Public Schools who previously attended a school not accredited by the Oklahoma State Department of Education and who desire credit and/or placement in the district will need to be tested and meet district requirements. Revised 12/11/17

INTERNET-BASED INSTRUCTION................................................5508

Internet-based instructional courses provide flexibility not available with traditional classroom methods. Students may benefit from being able to proceed through course work at an individual pace and by having access to information and course materials at convenient times and places. Consistent with sound educational principles, it is the intention of the Board of Education to make full use of the Internet for the delivery of educational materials. Internet-based instructional courses approved by the Board of Education for use in the district are not viewed as a substitute for direct, face-to-face student and teacher interactions, but as a means of expanding course offerings, access to instructional resources, and the ability of the district to bring the world of knowledge to its students. GUIDELINES A. Only students who are enrolled full time in Union Public Schools shall be allowed to enroll in an Internet-based course for credit. Course fees and equipment may be the responsibility of the student/parent. B. Students must make application to enroll in Internet-based courses through their school counselor or by applying through Union’s Virtual Learning

Revised 11/14/16

FOREIGN EXCHANGE STUDENTS................................................. 5510

Foreign exchange programs are a source of enrichment for local families, the participating students and Union Public Schools. Union High School welcomes these participants every year and desires for them to have a successful and meaningful year of learning the culture and language. The following admission policies apply to all foreign exchange students seeking to enroll in Union Public Schools:

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be included in district collections without regard to the origin, background, or views of those contributing to their creation. 4. Personal opinion and bias will not enter into the selection process. B. Factors considered in selection are: 1. Appropriateness for the maturity level of the student. 2. Accordance with system curriculum goals. 3. Appearance of the title in standard review tools and the state textbook list. 4. Overall purpose of the materials. 5. Reputation of the author or publisher. 6. Accuracy of material. 7. Readability and reader appeal. 8. Quality of writing and illustrations. 9. Fairness of ethnic and gender role representation. 10. Format and price. C. Procedures in specific areas: 1. Gifts: Gift materials may be accepted with the understanding that these materials must meet the same selection criteria as materials purchased with district funds and that the school will use the gift materials in accordance with the decisions of the appropriate personnel. Gift materials, once accepted, become the property of Union Public Schools. 2. Periodicals: Periodicals are purchased because of their overall reputation and are not rejected because of an occasional article which may be offensive. Subscriptions are reviewed annually and are subject to the selection process each year. 3. Non-print: All non-print materials will be subject to the same criteria as print material prior to purchase or use. RECONSIDERATION PROCEDURES A. Students or parents have the right to object to the use of materials which seem incompatible with their values and beliefs. The person requesting the review may register the objection in writing on a Request for Reconsideration form. This form may be obtained from the Chief Communications Officer. B. No administrator, library media specialist, or teacher may withdraw an item without referring it to the Review Committee which determines whether the material should be withdrawn from any or all schools. C. The reconsideration procedures shall be as follows: 1. The Request for Reconsideration form will be submitted to the principal, who will review the request and schedule a conference to discuss the matter with the student or parent. The principal may choose to invite a teacher or the library media specialist to contribute to this discussion. 2. If the complaint is not resolved during the conference, the matter will be referred to a district-level Review Committee, which shall be appointed by the Superintendent or designee. The Superintendent shall also appoint a chairperson who will be responsible for all procedures. The committee shall be composed of the following: a. Two parents or patrons of the district. b. Two appropriate-level library media specialists. c. Two appropriate-level teachers. d. An administrator from the Teaching and Learning Department. e. Two appropriate-level students (if secondary: 6-12 grades). f. Complainant (who shall be non-voting). The committee shall be persons not involved in the earlier conference. 3. The Review Committee will take the following steps as preparation for the review meeting. a. Read, view, or listen to the material in its entirety. b. Check general acceptance of the material by reading reviews and consulting recommended lists. c. Determine the extent to which the material supports the curriculum, obtaining documentation from the teacher or library media specialist who selected the materials in question. d. Complete the appropriate Checklist for School Media Advisory Committee’s Reconsideration of Instructional Material, judging the material for its strengths and value as a whole and not in part. 4. During the meeting, the complainant will have the opportunity to present views or may present views in writing. a. The committee will discuss concerns as a group and vote by secret ballot. The decision will be reached by simple majority. b. The complainant will receive notification of the committee’s decision in writing. 5. The decision of the committee will be given to the appropriate director who will see that the implementation of the decision takes place. Documentation associated with this meeting will be on file at the Education Service Center. 6. A written appeal of the decision of the committee may be made within ten working days to the Board of Education through the Superintendent. The final decision rests with the Board of Education.

A. No more than (8) eight students from foreign exchange programs will be enrolled in Union Public Schools during a school year. B. No Union High School diplomas will be awarded to foreign exchange program students since state requirements encompass a four-year educational program. C. Student must be in excellent academic standings and be classified as a senior, or completing his/her last year of high school. D. Student must have adequate English skills to handle all academic work at the high school level without special assistance. E. Only those students who have J-1 visas, issued pursuant to paragraph (a) (15) (J) of Section 1101 of Title 8 of the United States Code, which hold the sponsoring organization responsible will be considered for enrollment. In addition, all health, academic and discipline records must be valid, up to date and in good standing. F. The application to request enrollment into Union Public Schools as a foreign exchange student must be completed by June 1 and submitted to the Union High School principal. Applications are available on the district website. Revised 12/10/07

SUICIDE/CRISIS INTERVENTION PLAN.......................................5520

Oklahoma Mental Health Laws require school personnel to notify parents/guardians of incidences of suicidal intent of a child. Union Public Schools supports this legislation and has identified the following reporting procedures to ensure the safety of children and to maintain compliance. These procedures are supplemental to the district’s Emergency Procedures Manual and specify the required documentation. Each school site will identify a Crisis Intervention Team. A. Any school personnel who has reason to believe, by direct or indirect knowledge, that a student is at-risk for suicide must immediately refer the student to the school counselor for intervention. The counselor may elicit assistance from another member of the building crisis intervention team to complete the suicide assessment scale. B. After the team has conferred and made their judgment on the lethality of the situation, the counselor must notify the parent/guardian. 1. If the situation is judged to be of moderate or high lethality, the student may not leave the school grounds until a conference is held with the parent/guardian. 2. The parents will be apprised of the seriousness of the situation and be referred for a free assessment to a mental health provider. 3. The parents will be requested to sign a statement that they have been notified of the situation and of the school’s recommendations. C. In serious cases, if the parent refuses to seek an emergency evaluation, the school shall contact the police and notify the Department of Human Services of parent neglect. D. If the parent seeks an emergency assessment from one of the mental health providers, the agency will return to the school a document confirming their assessment and recommendations. Revised 12/14/15

MATERIALS SELECTION...............................................................5550

Materials selected for the Union Public School District will implement, enrich, and support the educational program of the school. This policy will govern the selection criteria and procedures for textbooks and resource materials. RESPONSIBILITY FOR SELECTION The Board of Education is legally responsible for the selection of materials. The authority to select is delegated to the professional personnel in the district. A. Textbooks: 1. The Superintendent shall appoint an official local textbook committee consisting of not fewer than three members. Each committee shall have at least one lay member, with the remainder of the members being teachers employed in the district, a majority of whom shall be classroom teachers. The Superintendent or designee, who shall be a principal or curriculum specialist, shall serve as chairman of such local textbook committee. 2. Those texts used uniformly throughout the district are referred to as system-adopted texts and are selected for the subject areas by consensus of the teachers of those subjects. The majority are selected from the list approved by the State Board of Education. B. Resource materials: 1. Materials for the library resource centers are selected by the library media specialists with the cooperation of faculty, administration, parents, and students. 2. Such selections are subject to approval by the building principal and the appropriate administrative officials prior to order and placement in the library media centers. 3. Other resources will be selected by the instructional staff in accordance with curriculum objectives. CRITERIA FOR SELECTION A. Principles of selection are: 1. To provide materials which are of interest and have learning value. 2. To provide materials which realistically represent our pluralistic society and reflect the contributions made to our American heritage by these groups. 3. To provide instructional resource materials for the interest, information, and enlightenment of all students the school serves. Various points of view on current and historical issues should

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4. Network resources - System users should not use the network in a way that will disrupt the use of the network by other users. The network should be used for educational, professional and career development activities. 5. Intellectual property - Do not plagiarize works obtained from the Internet. Users must respect the rights of copyright owners and comply with all limitations imposed upon use of copyrighted material. 6. Unique Login credentials - Do not share login information with anyone. E. Limitation of Liability - The district makes no warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, for the services provided and will not be responsible for any damages which users may suffer through use of the district system or the Internet, including, but not limited to, the loss of information or files or the interruption of service. The district is not responsible for the accuracy or quality of information obtained through use of the district system or the Internet. The district is not responsible for any personal financial obligations which may be incurred through use of the district system. F. Security - Security on any computer system is a high priority, especially when the system involves multiple users. Users are responsible for their individual account and should take precautions to prevent others from accessing that account. Under no conditions should a user provide his/her personal password to another person. If you identify a potential security problem on the district system or the Internet, you must notify the Executive Director of Technology immediately. You should not demonstrate the problem to others, nor should you intentionally attempt to identify potential security problems. In either instance, your actions may be misinterpreted as an illegal attempt to gain unauthorized access. Any attempt to log on to the Internet as a system administrator will result in cancellation of user privileges. Any user identified as a security risk or having a history of abusive problems with the district system or any other computer system may be denied further access. G. Vandalism - Vandalism of district hardware, software or the system itself will result in cancellation of privileges. Vandalism is defined as any malicious attempt to harm or destroy the property or data of the district, of another user or of any other network connected to the Internet or all or any portion of the district’s computer network system or any other network or system connected to the Internet. This includes, but is not limited to, the uploading or creation of computer viruses or any actions that disrupt, “crash” or “bomb” all or any portion of the district’s computer system. All system users shall avoid the accidental spread of computer viruses by strict adherence to district policies governing the downloading of software. No system user may use the system to “hack” or attempt to gain unauthorized access to any other computer system, network or site or any unauthorized portion of the district’s system. H. Inappropriate Material - Access to information shall not be restricted or denied solely because of the political, religious or philosophical content of the material. However, system users must realize that rights go hand-inhand with responsibilities and agree not to use the district system to access information or to distribute information or material which is: 1. Obscene, meaning (a) material which, taken as a whole, lacks serious literary, artistic, political or scientific value and, (b) when an average person, applying contemporary community standards, would find that the written material, taken as a whole, appeals to an obsessive interest in sex. 2. Libelous, meaning a false and unprivileged statement about a specific individual which tends to harm the individual’s reputation. 3. Vulgar, lewd or indecent, meaning material which, taken as a whole, an average person would deem improper for access by or distribution to minors because of sexual connotations or profane language. 4. Display or promotion of unlawful products or services, meaning material which advertises or advocates the use of products or services prohibited by law from being sold or provided to minors. 5. Group defamation or hate literature, meaning material which disparages a group or a member of a group on the basis of race, age, color, religion or religious affiliation, ethnic or national origin, gender, gender identity or preference, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, disability or handicapped condition or which advocates illegal conduct or violence or discrimination toward any particular group of people. 6. Disruptive to school operations, meaning material which, on the basis of past experience or based upon specific instances of actual or threatened disruptions relating to the information or material in question, is likely to cause a material and substantial disruption of the proper and orderly operation of school activities or school discipline. I. CIPA Compliance - As Internet safety is of utmost importance for all students, the district provides annual education to minors to demonstrate appropriate online behavior, including interacting with other individuals on social networking websites and in chat rooms as well as cyberbullying awareness and response. HOME PAGE AND WEB SITES The Communications Department is responsible for the style, content and presentation of the district’s Internet home pages and websites. Individual sites, staff and departments may have their own home pages/web pages. All must adhere to this policy and the guidelines set out by Teaching and Learning and the Communications Department which have the authority to review and edit content. (Board Policy #1102).

7. Material which has undergone a challenge may not be rechallenged for the same objection until one calendar year after the recommendation of the Review Committee has been made.

Revised 12/11/17

INTERNET ACCEPTABLE USE......................................................1601

Union Public Schools provides its students and employees with access to the district’s computer network system, including Internet access, in an effort to expand the informational and communication resources in furtherance of the district’s goal of promoting educational excellence. It is hoped that the expanded use of these resources will enhance students’ research capabilities, increase faculty and staff productivity and result in better communication between the district and its patrons. With access to such vast storehouses of information and instant communication with millions of people from all over the world, material will be available that may not be considered to be of educational value by the district or which is inappropriate for distribution to children. The district will take available precautions to restrict access to inappropriate material. However, on a global network, it is impossible to control all materials, and an industrious user may obtain access to inappropriate information or material. The district firmly believes that the value of the information and interaction available on the Internet far outweighs the possibility that students and employees may procure material which is not consistent with our educational goals. Internet access is coordinated through a complex association of government agencies, regional and state networks. The smooth operation of these networks relies upon the proper conduct of the end users and the users’ adherence to generally accepted guidelines. The guidelines provided in this policy are designed to promote the efficient, ethical and legal utilization of network resources. If a district user violates any of these provisions, his or her account will be terminated and future access could be denied. Students’ use of the district’s system will also be governed by a student code of conduct. INTERNET ACCESS - TERMS AND CONDITION A. Acceptable Use - The use of the district system, whether by students, faculty or staff, must be in support of education and consistent with the educational objectives of the district. The use of any other organizations’ network or computing resources must comply with the rules and regulations appropriate for that network. The transmission or receipt of any material in violation of any United States or state law or regulation and the transmission or receipt of any material inconsistent with the education objectives of the district is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to, copyrighted material; threatening, indecent, lewd or obscene material; or material protected by trade secret. Use of the district system for personal commercial activities is not acceptable. Use for product advertisement or political lobbying is also prohibited. B. Privilege of Use - The district system and its Internet access is a privilege afforded to students, staff and employees of the district. Use of these resources is not a right, and inappropriate use may result in a cancellation of those privileges. Inappropriate use is any use prohibited by the terms of this policy or use determined by the district’s system administrators to be inappropriate under particular facts and circumstances. C. Internet Filtering 1. The district implements various technologies that block and filter Internet access to visual depictions that are obscene, pornographic, or harmful to minors. The district defines “harmful to minors” as any picture, image, graphic image file, or other visual depiction that appeals to a prurient interest in nudity or sex or, taken as a whole, lacks serious literacy, artistic, political or scientific value as to minors. 2. As no Internet filter can ensure all inappropriate sites are blocked, the district implements various technologies to block websites categorized as adult, pornographic, promoting illegal activities, hate, gambling, weapons, violence, and other categories determined to negatively impact the classroom. 3. All Internet activity may be tracked, monitored, and recorded by the unique individual user name. D. Inappropriate Use - Each system user is expected to comply with all district policies governing Internet access and to abide by generally accepted rules of network etiquette. These general rules include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Appropriate language - Do not use abusive language, including acronyms or abbreviations, in messages to others. Be polite and respect the feelings and ideas of others. Do not use obscene, indecent, lewd or profane language, vulgarities, rude, threatening, harassing, insulting, teasing, or disrespectful language. 2. Safety - Do not reveal personal contact information about yourself or any other person. This information includes age, telephone numbers, and addresses. Users will promptly disclose to the teacher or district administrator any message they consider to be inappropriate or which makes them feel uncomfortable. 3. Electronic Communication - Users should be aware that electronic communication may not be assumed to be a private communication. Messages relating to or in support of illegal activities will be reported to the authorities. System users should not post any message which is intended to be private. Users should not upload, post, or share pictures or videos that would not be appropriate to share in the classroom.

Revised 12/10/18

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Service Animals..............................................................................1960

LIABILITY The employee or student will be responsible for any damage to district or personal property and any injuries to individuals caused by the service animal. The employee or student who uses a service animal on district property will hold the district harmless and indemnify the district from any such damages.

The district acknowledges its responsibility to permit students and/or adults with disabilities to be accompanied by a service animal in its facilities and programs and intends to comply with all state and federal laws, rules and regulations regarding the use of service animals by district employees and students with disabilities.

VISITORS Any visitor requiring the accompaniment of a service animal for the purposes of this policy is welcome in all areas of district facilities and programs that are open to the public (except in situations determined to apply under item J. in the Procedures/Requirements section, above).

DEFINITIONS: “Service animal” is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as any service dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability, including a physical, sensory, psychiatric, intellectual, or other mental disability. The work or tasks performed by a service animal must be directly related to the individual’s disability. Service animal is limited to the animals defined under the ADA and does not include any other species of animal, wild or domestic, trained or untrained. Service animal does not include an animal used or relied upon for crime deterrence, emotional support, well-being, comfort, or companionship.

APPEALS AND GRIEVANCES Any person dissatisfied with a decision concerning a service animal can file a grievance, using the district’s grievance procedures. REQUIREMENTS FOR SERVICE ANIMALS Vaccination: Service animals must be immunized against diseases common to that type of animal. [Okla. Admin.Code 310:599-3-9.1]. All vaccinations must be current. Dogs must wear a rabies vaccination tag.

“Employee” is defined as a person who is employed by the district on a part or full-time basis, with or without compensation, and elected or appointed members of the district’s board of education.

Licensing: All service dogs must be licensed as may be required by state and/or local law. Owner ID and Other Tags: Dogs may be required to wear a current dog license and rabies-vaccination tag, unless the dog is permanently and uniquely identified with a microchip implant or tattoo.

“Student” means a child who is currently enrolled at the district, and includes the parents and guardians of a child who is (a) under the age of 18, or (b) otherwise unable to manage their own affairs.

Leash: Service Animals must be on a leash or tether at all times, unless impracticable or unfeasible due to the disability of the employee or student.

PROCEDURES/REQUIREMENTS: The use of service animals by employees and students with disabilities is subject to the following procedures and requirements: A. Students will submit a notification of the intent to use a service animal to the site Principal. The notification will identify whether the service animal is required because of the person’s disability,and, if so, identify and describe the manner in which the service animal will meet the individual’s particular need(s). B. Employees will submit a notification of the intent to use a service animal to the District’s Human Resources Department. The notification will identify whether the service animal is required because of the person’s disability, and, if so, identify and describe the manner in which the service animal will meet the individual’s particular need(s). C. Notifications for the use of service animals on district property will, whenever possible, be made at least one week prior to the proposed use of the service animal. D. As part of the district’s consideration of the use of a service animal, the district may require certification of proper vaccinations verified by a veterinarian. E. The district’s review of use of a service animal may include consideration of a student’s IEP or Section 504 records. The district may also request a meeting with the employee or student. F. The use of a service animal on district property may be subject to a plan that introduces the service animal to the school environment, any appropriate training for staff and students regarding interaction with the service animal, and other activities or conditions deemed necessary the district. The district’s approval of the use of a service animal on district property is subject to periodic review, revision, or revocation by district administration. G. Service animals will always be on a leash or other form of restraint mechanism. It is recommended that service animals have proper identification. It is the responsibility of the employee or student who uses a service animal pursuant to this policy to serve as the handler or arrange for a third party handler to provide proper handling of the service animal. Any cost incurred to handle the service animal will be the responsibility of the employee or student who uses the service animal. H. Service animals will be allowed in district vehicles when: 1. The inclusion of the service animal is documented as required on district transportation forms; and 2. The service animal is under the control of the handler at all times, including entering and exiting the vehicle. I. The responsibility for the care and supervision of the service animal rests solely on the employee or student. The district is not responsible for providing any staff member to walk the service animal or provide any other care or assistance to the animal. Issues related to the care and supervision of services animals will be addressed on a case-by-case bas is in the discretion of the building administrator. J. Pursuant to federal law, the district retains discretion to exclude or remove a service animal from district property and transportation if: 1. The service animal is out of control and/or the service animal’s handler does not effectively control the service animal’s behavior; 2. The service animal is not housebroken; 3. The service animal poses a direct threat to the health or safety of others that cannot be eliminated by reasonable modifications; or, 4. Permitting the service animal would fundamentally alter the nature of the service, program or activity.

Collar: A service dog used by a person who is deaf or hard-of-hearing must wear an orange identifying collar. [Okla. Stat. tit. 7, § 19.1(C)]. Under Control: The owner/handler of a service animal must be in full control of the animal at all times. The care and supervision of a service animal is solely the responsibility of owner/handler. Cleanup Rule: The handler of the service animal, whether it be the employee, student or a third party, must clean up after the animal defecates or urinates, as well as follow any municipal ordinance applicable thereto. Grooming: All service Animals must be treated for, and kept free of, fleas and ticks. All service animals must be kept clean and groomed to avoid shedding and dander. Adopted 12/10/18

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2019-2020

INDICE DE TITULOS

Metas del Distrito: Las Escuelas Públicas de Union se esfuerzan por crear un entorno seguro, positivo, que conlleve a: • Éxito académico para todos los estudiantes • Acciones basadas en responsabilidad, respeto, confianza, justicia, cuidado y civilidad. • Oportunidades amplias para el aprendizaje. • Excelencia para todos los empleados. • Aumentar el orgullo de Union.

Nuestra Misión , Metas del Distrito & NCA Índice de títulos de acreditación .............................................................................................. 2

PROCEDIMIENTOS DE LA ESCUELA

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ASISTENCIA................................................................................................... 2 EXPECTATIVAS DE COMPORTAMIENTO.............................................. 2 MANEJO DE EMERGENCIAS.................................................................... 2 PRACTICAS DE EMERGENCIA..............................................................2-3 LLEGADAS Y SALIDAS TEMPRANO...................................................... 3 EXCURSIONES.............................................................................................. 3 ESCALA DE CALIFICACIONES................................................................. 3 TAREAS/TRABAJOS PARA HACER CUANDO FALTAN A LA ESCUELA..........................................................................3-4 REQUISITOS DE INMUNIZACION........................................................... 4 USO DEL INTERNET.................................................................................... 4 SALIDA DE LA ESCUELA O DE LA PROPIEDAD.................................. 4 CUSTODIA LEGA.......................................................................................... 4 PERDIDO Y ENCONTRADO...................................................................... 4 DINERO.......................................................................................................... 4 REUNIONES DE PADRES Y MAESTROS................................................. 4 SEGURIDAD EN EL ESTACIONAMIENTO............................................. 4 FIESTAS........................................................................................................... 4 PROPIEDAD PERSONAL............................................................................ 5 DERECHOS A LOS RECORDS DE EDUCACION Y LO QUE DICE FERPA DE ESOS DERECHOS ................................................................. 5-6 CANCELACIONES DE ESCUELA............................................................. 6 PROGRAMAS ESCOLARES........................................................................ 7 VISITANTES DE LA ESCUELA................................................................... 7 RETIRO DE ESTUDIANTES........................................................................ 7 RETRASOS...................................................................................................... 7 TELEFONO..................................................................................................... 7

Acreditación NCA Todas las Escuelas Primarias de Union están acreditadas por la Asociación Norte Centro. Esta acreditación esta basada en la habilidad y el deseo de la escuela para alcanzar y sostener las condiciones preconcebidas de calidad expresadas en estandares de objetivos precisos, establecidas por la comisión para las escuelas. Los comités están compuestos por padres, maestros, administradores y personal de apoyo. El Carácter Cuenta En un esfuerzo por alentar el desarrollo de un carácter moral en los estudiantes, Las Escuelas Publicas de Union han incorporado , El Carácter Cuenta! Desarrollado por el Instituto de Ética Joseph's. Desde 1996, Las Escuelas Públicas de Union han entrenado maestros, directores y líderes en la comunidad para incorporar los “ Seis Pilares del Carácter” en los salones de clase así como en las actividades extracurriculares. Estos son Respeto, Responsabilidad, Cuidado, Confianza, Equidad, y Civilidad.

PROGRAMAS Y SERVICIOS ESCOLARES SERVICIOS DE CONSEJERIA...................................................................... 7 PROGRAMA DE APRENDIZAJEDEL INGLES (EL) ............................. 7 PROGRAMA DEL DIA EXTENDIDO (EDP)..........................................7-9 SERVICIOS DE COMIDA............................................................................. 9 EDUCACION PARA TALENTOSOS/SOBREDOTADOS.10 SERVICIOS DE SALUD.................................................................................................... 10 SERVICIOS DE VISÓN CLASES DE UN GRADO/ EDADES MULTIPLES/LOOPING.......................................................10-11 PTA................................................................................................................ 11 REGLAS DE LA ESCUELA......................................................................... 11 SERVICIOS ESPECIALES........................................................................... 11

HORARIO ESCOLAR PARA 2019-2020 Centro para Educación Temprana (3 años de edad) Lunes a viernes: 7:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Escuelas Primarias (Pre K- 5) Lunes a jueves: 7:40 a.m. – 2:25 p.m. Viernes: 8:05 a.m. – 2:25p.m.

MICELANEOS

EXPECTATIVAS DE COMPORTAMIENTO Las Escuelas Publicas de Union creen que un ambiente positivo en la escuela es la responsabilidad de cada individuo en la comunidad escolar. Cada escuela establece las guías de comportamiento, y los padres y estudiantes son informados de esas guías por los maestros y directores, quienes pueden responder cualquier pregunta que puedan tener acerca de las expectativas del comporta- miento o de los procedimientos en la escuela.

INFORMACIÓN DE AUTOBÚS..........................................................11-16 POLÍTICAS DE BORDO........................................................................16-37

PROCEDIMIENTOS DE LA ESCUELA ASISTENCIA El asistir a la escuela diario es uno de los indicadores más importantes de los logros de los estudiantes. Por lo tanto, se espera que los estudiantes lleguen a tiempo a la escuela todos los días, el día completo, a menos que esté enfermo o tenga alguna otra excusa.

MANEJO DE EMERGENCIAS Cada escuela primaria tiene un equipo de manejo de crisis. El equipo esta formado por el director, consejero, y representantes de los maestros y el personal de apoyo. También se pueden tener representantes de los padres en este grupo. El equipo ha desarrollado los procedimientos a seguir en situaciones inesperadas que puedan afectar a toda la escuela. Cada escuela tiene un procedimiento de cerrar la escuela para protegerla en contra de la posibilidad de un intruso u otras situaciones de emergencia la

La Ley del Estado de Oklahoma obliga a los estudiantes a asistir a la escuela regularmente. Vea la Ley de la Junta Directiva #5025 para más información. Nuestra Misión : Nuestra mision es que el 100% de nuestros estudiantes se gradúen y estén listos para una carrera universitaria. 2

cual requiere que los estudiantes sean restringidos a un área designada para su seguridad. Si un desastre o crisis ocurre, se le pide a los padres no venir a la escuela o llamar, así las líneas de teléfono están disponibles para usarlas en la emergencia.

no o alguien diferente va a recoger al estudiante. Se debe tener una razón válida para sacar a su hijo de la escuela temprano. Razones válidas incluyen: enfermedad, citas médicas, o funerales, y faltas de asistencia de emergencia determinadas por el director. 3. Los directores pueden aprobar o negar la salida temprano. 4. Todos los padres-guardianes deben firmar en la oficina cuando recogen a los estudiantes temprano de la escuela. 5. Los padres no pueden ir directamente al salón de clase del estudiante.

Adicionalmente, Las Escuela Públicas de Union tienen procedimientos de emergencia aprobados por la Junta Directiva de Educación y están publicados en cada salón de clase. El Manual de Procedimientos en caso de Emergencias contiene los pasos a seguir durante diferentes situaciones de emergencia. PRACTICAS DE EMERGENCIA Incendio 1. Cada edificio tiene su propia señal de alarma y procedimiento. 2. Los estudiantes conocerán y usarán la puerta más cercana para salir de la escuela. 3. Los estudiantes evacuarán la escuela inmediatamente. 4. Los estudiantes no tendrán tiempo de coger sus libros, chamarras, etc. 5. Los estudiantes se pararán lejos de la escuela y allí esperarán por más instrucciones. 6. Los maestros se asegurarán que los estudiantes salgan de la escuela lo más rápido y ordenado posible sin correr o empujar. 7. Los maestros tendrán las listas de clase, y pasaran lista para asegurarse que todos los niños están fuera de peligro. 8. Los estudiantes deben seguir todas las instrucciones sin hablar para poder escuchar a la maestra.

EXCURSIONES Las Escuelas Públicas de Union reconocen que hay ocasiones cuando es de mucho beneficio para los estudiantes ir a una excursión fuera de su escuela. Teniendo en cuenta el tamaño de los grupos de clases en el distrito, se reconoce que podría ser un gasto alto para los estudiantes el hacer estos viajes durante el año escolar. Por lo tanto, mientras el presupuesto lo permita, las siguientes reglas aplican: 1. Los viajes pagados por el distrito se limitarán a uno por cada grado, por escuela, por año. 2. Los viajes que no esta directamente relacionados con la educación o las materias de clase, no serán aprobados por el director. 3. Todas las excursiones deben ser aprobadas y organizadas por medio de los directores de las escuelas y el departamento de transporte dependiendo del presupuesto y la disponibilidad de autobuses.

Tornado/Desastre 1. Cada escuela tiene sus propias alarmas y procedimientos en caso de Tornado. 2. Los estudiantes se protegerán en las áreas escogidas por el director de la escuela. 3. Los estudiantes deben arrodillarse o hincarse sobre las rodillas y los codos, con la cabeza entre las rodillas y las manos entrelazadas sobre la parte posterior de su cabeza. 4. Se le pide a los padres no venir a recoger a los niños en caso de amenaza de tornado durante el horario de la escuela. 5. Los estudiantes deben seguir las instrucciones sin hablar para poder escuchar a la maestra.

ESCALA DE CALIFICACIONES Los grados PK-3 usan un sistema de reporte basado en el dominio de habilidades, el cual indica los conocimientos adquiridos por un estudiante, o el progreso en el desarrollo del aprendizaje de un concepto específico. Los maestros de PK-3 le ofrecen la información a los padres en las libretas de calificaciones sobre el progreso y las evaluaciones de los estudiantes. Escala de Calificaciones para los Grados 4-5: 100% - 90% = A 89% - 80% = B 79% - 70% = C 69% - 60% = D 59% - 0% = U

Cierre de escuela por situación de riesgo. 1. Cada escuela tiene su propia señal y procedimiento en caso de situación de riesgo. 2. Los estudiantes deben seguir las instrucciones sin hablar para poder escuchar a la maestra. 3. Cada escuela tendrá minimo 2 simulacros como paractica por año

TAREAS/TRABAJOS PARA HACER CUANDO FALTAN A LA ESCUELA 1. Las tareas son principalmente para reforzar, reponer y/o completar trabajos de la clase sin terminar. 2. Los estudiantes deben tratar de trabajar mucho en la escuela; de esta manera, menos tareas serán necesarias y los estudiantes tendrán más tiempo para actidades extracurriculares y actividades con su familia.

LLEGAR Y SALIR TEMPRANO 1. Los maestros no son responsables por los estudiantes que lleguen temprano o que se queden después de las horas de la escuela. Los estudiantes que recesitan supervision antes o despues de la escuela deben inscribirse en el progrma EDP. 2. Los padres deben enviar una nota o llamar a la escuela cuando van a recoger a su hijo tempra3

3. Los maestros pueden haber planeado actividades durante el año las cuales necesitan ser hechas fuera del horario de la escuela. 4. Los estudiantes tendrán el mismo número de días para reponer sus tareas como los que estuvieron ausentes de la escuela. Es la responsabilidad del estudiante asegurarse de que su trabajo es entregado a la maestra. Si las tareas no son entregadas a tiempo, las reglas de los maestros acerca de tareas entregadas tarde serán impuestas. 5. Las tareas son la responsabilidad del estudiante. Los estudiantes pueden mostrarle su trabajo a los padres y pedirles ayuda cuando la necesiten. 6. Si los estudiantes no pueden hacer su tarea, deben hablar con la maestra al día siguiente. 7. Los estudiantes deben tener una hora y lugar definido para hacer las tareas en casa. Con el televisor apagado durante ese tiempo, las tareas se completan más rápidamente. 8. Todas las tareas deben ser hechas con cuidado y en orden y ser entregadas a tiempo. 9. El requerir el trabajo escolar para los estudiantes ausentes se debe limitar a aquellos que se ausentan de la escuela por más de dos días. Cuando un estudiante se ausenta por uno o dos días, las tareas a reponer se le darán al estudiante cuando regrese a la escuela.

* A menos que la cuarta dosis de DPT y la tercera de Polio hayan sido puesta después del cuarto cumpleaños.

Para pedir trabajos de escuela por ausencias exten didas se debe hacer lo mas temprano en el día como sea posible para darle tiempo a los maestros de preparar las tareas durante el período de planeación y no interrumpir las clases. Si pide los trabajos antes de las 9:30 a.m., los trabajos usualmente pueden ser recogidos después de las escuela. Por favor llame a la escuela para ver si los trabajos están listos antes de recogerlos. No hay castigo alguno por reponer las tareas mientras sean entregadas a tiempo o hechas en el mismo número de días escolares a los que el estudiante estuvo ausente, mas un día extra.

CUSTODIA LEGAL Un padre o guardián que tenga la custodia legal de un estudiante y no desea que el otro padre, padres, o personas tengan contacto con el estudiante debe presentar los documentos legales propios, al director de la escuela, para establecer los derechos de custodia. Todos los padres, con o sin custodia, tienen derecho a ver los reportes escolares a menos que la escuela tenga los documentos propios para prohibir dicha acción.

Si tiene preguntas, por favor llame a su doctor o el Departamento de Salud de la Ciudad-Condado de Tulsa. Hay formas que hay que llenar para hacer excepciones por razones médicas, personales o religiosas. USO DEL INTERNET Los padres necesitan completar un Acuerdo para el Uso del Internet por el Estudiante antes que los estudiantes puedan usar el Internet en la escuela. Antes de firmar el acuerdo, los padres deben leer La Ley de la Junta Directiva #1601, incluida en el manual en la sección que con- tiene las Leyes de la Junta Directiva relacionadas con los estudiantes. SALIDA DE LA ESCUELA O DE LA PROPIEDAD Bajo ninguna circumstancia se le dará permiso a un estudiante de salir de la escuela a menos que se envíe una nota a la escuela y uno de los padres o guardianes firmen para recogerlo temprano.

PERDIDO Y ENCONTRADO 1. Los objetos perdidos y encontrados serán devueltos a la oficina y colocados en un área designada. 2. Los objetos sin reclamar serán llevados a una organización de caridad al final del semestre. 3. Por favor ponga el nombre en todas las piezas de Ropa, loncheras, que traigan a la escuela.

Los padres deben entender que más tareas se pueden dar en clase si es necesario, y los estudiantes serán responsables por preguntarle al maestro cuando regresen. El estudiante tendrá el mismo número de días a los que estuvo ausente mas uno para completar el trabajo que tiene que reponer. Es la responsabilidad del estudiante asegurarse que entrega su trabajo a tiempo a la maestra. Si el trabajo no es entregado a tiempo, las reglas de tareas tarde se usará en la calificación. REQUISITOS DE INMUNIZACION Las siguientes vacunas verificadas por un doctor, enfermera o clínica de salud autorizada:

DINERO Cuando sea necesario enviar dinero a la escuela, por fa- vor colóquela en un sobre con el nombre de su estudiante, la maestra, la cantidad y como debe ser usada. Envíe un cheque o la cantidad en efectivo correcta si es posible. Los estudiantes no pueden vender o comprar objetos personales en la escuela. REUNIONES DE PADRES Y MAESTROS Las reuniones de padres y maestros se hacen dos veces al año. Estas reuniones están diseñadas para promover un entendimiento y cooperación entre la casa y la escuela para el beneficio de los estudiantes. Se pueden tener re- uniones adicionales si el padre, la maestra o el director lo creen necesario.

Pre-escolar: 4 DPT, 3 OP, 1 MMR, 3 Hepatitis B, 2 Hepatitis A, 1 Var- icela Kinder, 1o, 2o, 3o, 4o y 5o: 5 DPT*, 4 OP, 2 MMR, 3 Hepatitis B, 2 Hepatitis A, 1 Var- icela 4

SEGURIDAD EN EL ESTACIONAMIENTO Cuando vengan a recoger o a dejar a los estudiantes, los padres deben seguir las reglas publicadas o las instrucciones del personal escolar. Los visitantes deben estacionarse solo en los lugares designados para ello.

perder o dañar. Para el beneficio de todos, estos aparatos deben ser dejados en casa donde estarán a salvo y no interfieren con el enfoque escolar. La escuela no será responsable por ninguna propiedad personal que se pierda, sea robada o dañada. DERECHOS A LOS RECORDS DE EDUCACION Y LO QUE DICE FERPA DE ESOS DERECHOS Se les garantiza a los padres y estudiantes el derecho a revisar, así como a pedir que se añada o se borre, cualquier parte del récord del estudiante que la escuela mantiene de cada uno de sus estudiantes. Estos récords incluyen las calificaciones del estudiante y cualquier otra información la cual esta identificada con el nombre del estudiante.

FIESTAS 1. Todas las fiestas son organizadas y planeadas por la administración, maestros u organización de padres. 2. El preescolar hasta quinto grado pueden tener dos fiestas al año. 3. Preescolar y Kinder tienen la opción de tener dos fiestas más: Celebración de otoño y deprimavera. 4. No se pueden tener fiestas de Cumpleaños. 5. Se recomienda traer bocadillos saludables.

La Ley de Privacidad y de Derechos Educacionales de la Familia (FERPA) le otorga a los padres y estudiantes mayores de 18 años (“estudiantes elegibles”) ciertos derechos con respecto a los récords de educación del estudiante. Son: 1. El derecho a revisar e inspeccionar los récords de educación dentro de los 45 días después de que el distrito recibe una petición de acceso. Los padres o estudiantes elegibles deben presentar una petición por escrito al director de la escuela (o al oficial escolar apropiado) identificando los récords que quieren revisar. El director hará los arreglos necesarios para el acceso y notificará a el padre o estudiante elegible la hora y lugar donde los récords pueden ser revisados. 2. El derecho a pedir una modificación de los récords educativos del estudiante que el padre o estudiante elegible creen que son incorrectos o erróneos. Los padres o estudiantes elegibles pueden pedir al distrito que corrija un récord que crean es incorrecto o erróneo. Deben escribirle al director, identificando claramente la parte del récord que quieren que sea cambiado, y especificar por que es incorrecto o erróneo.

PROPIEDAD PERSONAL Para poder mantener la atención enfocada en los asuntos académicos, los directores piden que no se traiga ningún objeto personal a la escuela. Objetos personales se de- finen como cualquier cosa que el estudiante traiga a la escuela que no va a ser usada para ninguna lección o actividad educacional organizada por el maestro. Esto incluye pero no está limitado a tarjetas de intercambio (ejm. “Pokemon,” tarjetas de deportes, etc.) chicle, dulces y otra comida (excepto lo que sea parte del almuerzo o merienda de la clase), monopatines, zapatos con ruedas, patines en línea, aparatos electrónicos (Walkman, CD portable, Game Boy, mascotas virtuales, etc.) aparatos láser, fotos, posters, juegos, juguetes, y dinero en cantidades fuertes. Por seguridad de los otros estudiantes, bicicletas y patinetas no son permitidas en algunas escuelas. Los estudiantes deben preguntar en la oficina de la escuela antes de traer las bicicletas o patinetas. Los teléfonos celulares, pagers electrónicos, y/o aparatos de comunicaciones sin cables no deben ser traídos a la Escuela sin permiso del director de la escuela (Ley de la Junta Directiva #5052). Para obtener el permiso, el padre o guardián legal debe presentar una petición por escrito pidiendo que se le permita al estudiante el usar un pager, teléfono celular y/o aparatos de comunicación nes sin cables debido a una condición médica. Esta petición debe ser verificada por un doctor. El permiso por escrito para usar un pager, teléfono celular y/o aparatos de comunicaciones sin cables debe ser guardado en el fólder del estudiante. Los maestros deben tener información de aquellos estudiantes que deben usar un pager, teléfono celular y/o aparatos de comunicaciones sin cables. Si se encuentra a un estudiante violando esta regla será castigado de acuerdo a la Ley de la Junta Directiva # 5050.

DERECHOS A LOS RECORDS DE EDUCACIÓN Y LO QUE DICE FERPA DE ESOS DERECHOS (CONT) Si el distrito decide no corregir el récord de acuerdo a las modificaciones pedidas por el padre o estudiante elegible, el distrito le hará saber al padre o estudiante elegible de su decisión y les comunicará de su derecho a una audiencia acerca de la petición para corrección. Información adicional en relación al procedimiento de la audiencia se le dará al padre o estudiante elegible junto con la respuesta. 3. El derecho a permitir el revelar información personal contenida en el récord educacional del estudiante, con excepción de los parámetros colocados por FERPA.

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Una excepción la cual permite revelar información sin permiso es a los oficiales de la escuela con intereses educacionales legítimos. Un oficial escolar es una persona empleada por el distrito como administrador, supervisor, instructor, o miembro del personal de apoyo (incluyendo personal médico o de salud y personal de la policía); una persona sirviendo el la Junta Directiva; una persona o compañía la cual el distrito ha contratado para hacer algo especial (como un abogado, auditor, consultante médico, o terapista); o un padre o un estudiante sirviendo en un comité oficial, como disciplinario o de agravio, o ayudando a otro oficial escolar en completar otras operaciones.

1. Las condiciones de las calles de las rutas de los autobuses de las Escuelas Publicas de Union son el factor determinante usado para decidir si habrá escuela ese día. 2. Las rutas de los autobuses en todo el distrito son examinadas por el personal de transporte, temprano por la tarde(antes de las 10:00 p.m.) y temprano en la mañana (antes de las 6:00 a.m.). 3. No se enviarán temprano a casa a los estudiantes por las condiciones del tiempo que se presenten durante el día escolar. 4. Las rutas de hielo son para las escuelas primarias Darnaby y Jarman. 5. Información adicional acerca de la notificación de cancelación de la escuela y las rutas de hielo se puede encontrar en la sección de transporte en el manual.

Un oficial escolar tiene un interés educacional legítimo si el oficial necesita revisar un récord educacional para poder completar su responsabilidad profesional.

PROGRAMAS ESCOLARES 1. Los programas de Asamblea son organizados por cada escuela. 2. Los maestros sientan a los estudiantes para las asambleas. 3. Los padres son invitados de honor. 4. Los estudiantes muestran cortesía y demuestran sus bases de “El Carácter Cuenta!” al sentarse callados, poniendo atención, y escuchando.

Bajo petición, el distrito revela información de los récords de educación sin permiso con los oficiales de otro distrito escolar al cual el estudiante quiere matricularse. (NOTA: FERPA le pide a un distrito escolar que trate por lo menos una vez de avisarle al estudiante de la petición de los récords a menos que esta explicado en la notificación annual, que se enviaran los récords si son requeridos.)

VISITANTES DE LA ESCUELA La seguridad de los estudiantes y el personal en la escuela es esencial. Por favor ayúdenos a mantener un medio se- guro siguiendo el procedimiento siguiente: 1. Los padres son bienvenidos de visita a la escuela. Por favor haga una cita por adelantado y repórtese en la oficina al llegar. 2. Los padres y visitantes no pueden ir a los salones de clase o al patio de recreo sin el permiso de la directora. 3. Los estudiantes no pueden traer a otros niños como visitates a su salón de clase. 4. Las visitas u observaciones a la clase deben ser aprobadas por la maestra y la directora. 5. Los padres, hermanos, y/o visitantes no pueden participar en el recreo o jugar en el patio durante el almuerzo, recreo o cualquier otra hora sin el permiso de la directora.

La siguiente información del directorio puede ser publicada o transmitida por Internet sin permiso del padre: • Nombre, dirección, teléfono, fecha y lugar de nacimiento del estudiante; • La participación del estudiante en activi dades o depores reconocidos oficialmente; el peso y altura de los miembros de equipos atléticos; • Fechas de asistencia, nombre de la escuela, grados y premios recibidos por el estudiante; Los padres pueden pedir por escrito que la información anterior no sea publicada o transmitida por el distrito escolar. 4. El derecho a presentar una queja con el Departa mentó de Educación con relación a presuntas faltas del distrito para acomodar los requisitos de FERPA.

RETIRO DE ESTUDIANTES Un padre o guardián debe avisar a la escuela por escrito, teléfono o en persona antes de que el proceso de retiro de un estudiante empiece. El no seguir las reglas para retirar a un estudiante como es debido puede provocar la retención de récords del estudiante.

El nombre y dirección de la oficina que ofrece el FERPA son: Family Policy Compliance Office U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue SW Washington DC 20202-5901

RETRASOS 1. Todos los estudiantes que llegan a la escuela a otra hora que no sea la hora regular, deben presentarse en la oficina para obtener un pase de entrada. 2. Los padres deben escribir una nota o llamar por teléfono a la oficina de la escuela para explicar la razón de el retraso del estudiante. Los retrasos son una interrupción al funcionamiento normal

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de las actividades de la clase; por lo tanto, se requiere que los estudiantes sean puntuales. Los retrasos repetidos pueden llevar a una acción disciplinaria, una visita a la casa por el personal de la escuela, y/o un aviso al abogado del distrito par tomar una acción legal. 3. Pregunté en la oficina de su escuela por los procedimientos de su escuela.

2019-2020 CALENDARIO ESCOLAR

TELEFONEO 1. Los estudiantes no pueden hacer o recibir llamadas telefónicas en la escuela. 2. La directora decidirá si existe una emergencia antes de dar permiso al estudiante para usar el teléfono. 3. Los padres que llamen a los maestros deben de dejar un mensaje, incluyendo el número de teléfono, así los maestros podrán devolver la llamada en su periodo de planeación. SERVICIOS/PROGRAMAS SERVICIOS DE CONSEJERÍA El consejero de la escuela se preocupa principalmente por aplicar los principios de desarrollo en la escuela por medio de la consejería, consulta y coordinación. Los consejeros de las escuelas se enfocan en aspectos preventivos de la guianza. Ellos también poseen un conocimiento del programa de las escuelas primarias el cual incluye el plan de estudios, el proceso de aprendizaje y la organización de la escuela. Los servicios ofrecidos por los consejeros de la escuela primaria, incluyen: 1. Ayudar a los niños con necesidades especiales. 2. Facilitar intervención en una crisis cuando sea necesario 3. Ayudar a desarrollar programas personalizados, cuando sea propio, basado en las necesidades de cada estudiante. 4. Consultar con los maestros, padres, administradores y otros. 5. Explicar los resultados de los exámenes para ayudar a los estudiantes y padres a entender y usar la información adecuadamente. 6. Mantener un buen programa de relaciones publicas. 7. Facilitar clases para padres.



Día Profesional.................... Agosto 16, 19-20, 2019 Primer Día de Escuela .................. Agosto 21, 2019 Día del Trabajo........................... Septiembre 2, 2019 Reuniones de Padres y Maestros.........................Octubre 16, 2019 Fin del primer Cuarto...................Octubre 16, 2019 Vacaciones del Otoño..............Octubre 17-18, 2019 Día Profesional.......................... Noviembre 1, 2019 Día de Accionad Gracias...............Noviembre 27-29, 2019 Fin de 1er Semestre...................Diciembre 20, 2019

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VACACIONES DE INVIERNO Diciembre 23, 2019 - Enero 3, 2020



Clases Comienzan ..............................Enero 6, 2020 Día Profesional..................................Enero 13, 2019 Día de Martín Luterano King .........Enero 20, 2020 Día de Presidentes...............................Feb. 17, 2019 Fin del Tercer Cuarto.......................Marzo 13, 2020

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VACACIONES DE PRIMAVERA Marzo 16-20, 2020



PROGRAMA DE APRENDIZAJE PARA ESTUDIANTES DE INGLÉS COMO SEGUNDA (EL) Las Escuelas Publicas de Union ofrecen servicios apropiados para estudiantes que necesitan ayuda con la adquisición del lenguaje inglés. Se ofrece una enseñanza especializada en todas las Escuelas primarias a los estudiantes que califican para este programa. Para ver las leyes que se aplican para calificar a estos estudiantes de EL, vea la Ley de la Junta Directiva # 5033



Reuniones de Padres y Maestros (todos los grados)...............................Abril 10, 2020 Día Conmemorativo......................... Mayo 25, 2020 Fin del Ultimo Cuarto ...................... Junio 1*, 2020 Ultimo Día de Clases......................... Junio 1*, 2020 (*Seis (6) días en el calendario en caso de nieve.) ENTREGA DE REPORTES DE PROGRESO: Septiembre y Noviembre 2019 - Febrero y Abril 2020

PROGRAMA DE DÍA EXTENDIDO (EDP) El programa de Union de Día Extendido EDP fue creado para ofrecer una alternativa para el cuidado de niños segura y educativa, mejorando el día extendido de los niños. Reconociendo los etilos de vida de los familias de hoy. El distrito intenta trabajar en

ENTREGA DE LA LIBRETA DE CALIFICACIONES: Octubre 2019 - Enero, Marzo y Mayo 2020 ­

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equipo con el hogar y los padres. En las mañanas, los niños tendrán la oportunidad de tener actividades y tiempos de reposo . Las secciones de la tarde incluirán una merienda y actividades que el niño puede escoger: jugar afuera, hacer tareas, juegos en el gimnasio, juegos de mesa y juguetes. Todos nuestros programas son aprobados por el departamento de Servicios Humanos de Oklahoma.

Ausencias Los padres deben llamar a la oficina de la escuela del EDP si su hijo(a) va a estar ausente. Esto es esencial por la seguridad de su hijo! Una tarifa por “buscador”de $10.00 sera’ cargada si los padres tienen que ser llamados para recoger a un estudiante. Los estudiantes deben asistir a la escuela cada dia que asistan a EDP. Si un niño no está en la escuela al final del día escolar, él/ella no podrá asistir a EDP.

Horas de EDP Antes de la escuela de 6:45 a.m. Hasta que la clase comience. Después de la escuela, Hasta las 6:00 p.m.

Información Médica para el EDP Junto con las formas de inscripción, una forma de información médica debe incluirse al inscribirse. Los emplea- dos de nuestro Programa del Día Extendido no tienen acceso a la información médica de la escuela después de las horas de trabajo. Necesitamos tener información aparte y una autorización del padre o guardián legal para poder darle al niño sus medicinas y ofrecerle tratamiento médico de emergencia en dado caso que no se puedan localizar los padres o las personas en la lista como contactos de emergencia.

Inscripciones Solamente niños inscritos en las Escuelas de Union, de los grados Pre K al 7, pueden participar en este programa en la escuela de su vecindario. (Excepción : Todos los estudiantes de las escuelas de Union son elegibles para inscribirse en cualquiera de los campamentos de otras escuelas del Distrito, durante los días de fiesta o de conferencias). Un niño puede inscribirse en la sesión de antes de la escuela o en las dos. Las hojas de inscripcion deben e ser llenadas completamente para asegurar el cuidado propio de su hijo(a) y entregarlas e el Centro de Servicios Educativos, junto con el pago del primer mes. Que no sera reembolsada.

Los casos de estudiantes con necesidades especiales serán revisados individualmente para ofrecer las adaptaciones razonables.El criterio mínimo para ser aceptado: el estudiante debe demostrar independencia en movilidad, comunicación y necesidades diarias.

Reglas de Visitas Los padres son bienvenidos y están invitados a visitar EDP en cualquier momento! Esperamos su participación!

Reglas de Salud para EDP De acuerdo con las reglas del Departamento de Salud de Tulsa, niños enfermos no pueden venir al EDP. Niños con diarrea, vomito, fiebre, infecciones de los ojos, piojos, comezón sin explicación o cualquier señal de enfermedad serán enviados a casa. Un niño debe estar sin fiebre sin la necesidad de medicina por 24 horas antes de volver a la escuela y/o EDP. Si un niño llega enfermo a EDP, un padre se llamará inmediatamente a recogerlo y el niño será aislado de los otros estudiantes.

Registro de niños a la llegada y salida de EDP Por la seguridad de los niños, alguien debe de entrar al edificio con el estudiante y registrarlo cada mañana. Bajo ninguna circumstancia puede un niño entra a EDP sin un adulto que lo registre. Los niños no pueden ser dejados en la puerta del edificio. En la tarde, todos los niños deben de tener a alguien que entre al edificio y registre su salida al final de cada día. Las personas que no son los padres o guardianes legales que van a recoger al estudiante deben de estar registrados en la forma de inscripción. Los niños no serán entregados a ninguna persona que no este incluida en la lista, se necesitará re una forma de identificación con foto. La escuela no asumirá responsabilidad alguna por un estudiante que no ha sido registrado al entrar o al salir por uno de los padres por ese día. Una vez que se firma la salida del estudiante de EDP, no puede regresar esa misma tarde. Eso nos permite mantener los recuentos precisos de todos los estudiantes de EDP en todo momento.

Horario de Pago del Programa EDP Los pagos deben ser hechos mensualmente y se deben pagar el 15 del mes anterior. Pagos, Cobros y Estados de Cuenta La matrícula es cargada a su cuenta antes del primer del mes precedente del servicio y será capaz de ser vista en línea (visite el sitio web de Union para acceder al sitio de pago en línea). Los Pagos de matrícula son debidos en su totalidad por el decimoquinto del mes anterior de servicio. $15 de cargo por pago tardío será evaluado a cualquier cuenta no pagada en su totalidad después del decimoquinto del mes anterior de servicio. (Vea su Acuerdo financiero de EDP).Si los padres/guardianes desean retirarse del programa, deben completar una forma y entregarla 15 días antes. Los reembolsos y créditos otorgados por retiros se asignarán en incrementos de ½ mes.

Si el padre o guardián desea hacer cambios en relación con las personas autorizadas para recoger al niño, información médica, etc., debe de hacer los cambios llenando las formas correctas y entregandolas al supervisor del EDP de la escuela a la que asiste, o por correo al Centro de Servicios Educativos en 8506 E. 61st St., Tulsa, OK 74133

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están hablando. 8. Seguir todas las reglas de comportamiento.

Cualquier cambio debe ser notificado 24 horas antes de que se haga efectivo. Puede conseguir las formas apropiadas con el supervisor de EDP durante las horas de trabajo. Si la cuenta no es pagada se resultará en una suspensión de $10 y el niño no podrá asistir el programa de EDP el primero del mes. Las escuelas no pueden aceptar los pagos. Bajo ninguna circunstancia un estudiante podrá asistir a EDP si su cuenta no está pagada en su totalidad (incluyendo todas las multas por retraso, multas por suspensión, cargos por recogerlo tarde, y/o las multas por buscador) Tenga en cuenta: La facturación no se detiene y no se dan créditos por ninguna suspensión.

Guianza y Manejo de Comportamiento en EDP Se requiere disciplina para ser constructivo y educativo, debe de ser apropiada para la edad y las circunstancias del niño. Los métodos de disciplina positiva son utilizados por el personal. La disciplina áspera o física nunca se utiliza. La orientación del comportamiento y políticas de DHS se respetarán en todo momento. Los problemas sencillos se abordarán mediante la reorientación de un niño a otra área o actividad. Si eso no funciona, el problema será discutido con el niño y una se dará una redireción verbal o advertencia y/o una actividad alternativa se le dará al niño. La mayoría de los problemas se tratan de esta manera, con un resultado satisfactorio tanto para el niño y el personal! Los problemas graves serán anotados por escrito para que los padres y los niños discutan con el personal y se firme. Después de 3 anotaciones por escrito, el niño será suspendido por 3 días. Si los problemas no se resuelven, entonces el niño será suspendido permanentemente del programa, incluyendo todos los campos.

* Las cuentas de DHS deben seguir las mismas políticas financieras, pero tienen un calendario diferente de fechas de vencimiento (vea la oficina de Finanzas de EDP para ver el calendario de todas las fechas de vencimiento). Cargos recoger a su hijo tarde: Habra un cargo si recoge a su hijo(a) despues de las 6:00 pm. Comenzando a las 6:05 pm, se acumularán cargos adicionales si el padre/tutor continua recogiendo a su hijos tarde. Cargos multiples traeran como consecuencia la suspencion en el programa.

Vea el Manual del EDP para las reglas completas Mane- jo de Comportamiento y Guianza EDP se reserva el derecho de cancelar el servicio a cual- quier estudiante si el Coordinador del EDP y el personal determinan que el programa no es lo que el estudiante necesita y/o el personal de EDP no puedo garantizar la seguirdad de su hijo(a). Falta de cumplir con cualquiera de los términos del contrato de los padres puede resultar en la cancelación del programa y todos campamentos.

Cobros por Cheques con Fondos Insuficientes Cargos por cheques insuficentes serán evaluados por ofensa. Después de dos ofensas de cheques con fondos insuficientes, la cuenta se colocará en estado de “prepa- go”. Los padres en estado de pre-pago deben pagar con efectivo, ordenes de dinero o cheques registrados solamente! Reglas del EDP para el Mal Tiempo El Día Extendido no estará en sesión si la escuela es cance lada por condiciones del mal tiempo. La condición de las calles de las rutas de los autobuses de las Escuelas Publicas Union determina si habrá o no escuela ese día. Las rutas de los autobuses en todo el distrito escolar son revisadas por el personal del transporte en la noche temprano (antes de las 10:00 P.M.) y temprano en la mañana (antes de las 6:00 A.M.). Las estaciones de televisión y radio locales son avisadas si la escuela es cancelada. Los padres pueden también mirar la página de la red de las Escuela Publicas de Union en www.unionps.org, para más información.

Campamentos de EDP Los Campamentos del EDP son ofrecidos durante el año escolar. Los Campamentos ofrecen una variedad de ac- tividades emocionantes para sus hijos cuando se necesita una alternativa educativa y no hay escuela. Las horas del campamento son de 7:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. (a menos que se especifique otras horas). Lo lugares para los campamentos rotan por las diferentes escuelas del distrito. Los campamentos están disponibles usualmente durante vacaciones de primavera y de otoño y (Solamente los Lunes, Martes, Miércoles y Jueves) las 8-9 semanas de vacaciones de verano. Los campamentos no son ofrecidos en días de nieve u otro día festivo (disponibilidad para el campamento está sujeta a cambios sin aviso). Una lista de campamentos y los lugares de los campamentos para el año estarán disponibles cada año escolar.

Expectativas de Comportamiento en EDP Expectativas de comportamiento son las mismas que se esperan durante el día escolar. 1. Estarse con el Supervisor del EDP o el asistente del EDP. 2. Usar voces internas mientras estén dentro del edificio. 3. El equipo de educación física y actividades serán limitadas al gimnasio y el patio de juegos. 4. Respetar los derechos de otros. 5. Guardar los juegos, actividades, y juguetes al final de la sesión. 6. Se debe estar en silencio para la toma de asistencia. 7. Escuchar cuando el Supervisor o Asistente de EDP

Inscripciones para el Campamento La inscripción para el campamento es un proceso diferente, en formas distribuidas mas o menos tres semanas antes de la fecha del campamento. La información de la inscripción es distribuida en cada escuela del EDP y son disponibles durante las horas de trabajo del EDP. La informacion tambien esta disponible en el sitio web de la escuela, www.unionps.org. 9



dos y mucho más! • S eguridad -My LunchMoney se adhiere a los más altos estándares de seguridad, incluyendo PCI (Estándar de la industri- ade pagos de tarjeta Mastercard) y CISP (Programa de información de seguridad para el tarjetahabiente Visa ). • Se efectuarán cargos por transacción del programa/conveniencia (aproximadamente $1.95). • Para localizar y utilizar MyLunchMoney, tendrá que ir a la página web de las Es cuelas • Públicas de Unión www.unionps.org, haga clic en Departaments, continúe a Food Menu o di rectamente a www.mylunchmoney.com 10. Hay varias ventajas de prepagar: A. Los estudiantes pueden pagar por un mes completo o por todo el semestre. B. El dinero es colocado en la cuenta del es- tudiante. C. El estudiante no tiene que traer dinero a la escuela a diario con el riesgo de perderlo.

Información Adicional del EDP • El transporte es la responsabilidad del padre/ guardián. • Se obedecerá el código de vestir de las Escuelas Públicas de Union. • Información adicional se consigue en el Manual del EDP. • Lugar del EDP: Se le asigna un área específica al EDP dentro de cada escuela. Por favor pregunte al personal de la escuela por el área designada. • Página de la Web – Información adicional puede ser encontrada en la página de la web de las Escuelas Publicas de Union www.unionps.org, seleccione y Teaching and Learning y luego Elementary luego Extended Day Program. • Contactos para el Programa del Día Extendido y los Campamentos: • Coordinador para el EDP Lorrie Field (918) 3576024, • Oficina del EDP secretaria (918) 357-6030. • Oficina de Finanzas de EDP (918) 357-6086. SERVICIOS DE COMIDA 1. Los estudiantes tienen la opción de traer su almuezo o comprar una bandeja, sandwich o ensalada en la cafetería. No se le permite a los estudiantes salir de la escuela durante el periodo de almuerzo. 2. Los estudiantes deben comprar boletos con el supervisor de la cafetería, antes demuestra comience la jornada escolar. 3. Precios de almuerzo para estudiantes son como sigue: Diariamente - $2.20 -Semanal - $11.00 Leche extra - $.45 4. Si el dinero para el almuerzo se le olvida o pierde, se le deja acumular deuda por tres días solamente. 5. Desayuno escolar estará disponible en todas las escuelas públicas de Unión. El costo de un desayuno para estudiantes de la primaria será $1.40. 6. Los padres siempre estan invitados a unirse con sus hijos para el almuerzo. El precio de un boleto de adulto es $3.75. 7. Las escuelas pueden aceptar pagos diarios en efectivo por las comidas o poniendo dinero en la cuenta del estudiante. 8. Las escuelas públicas de Unión se complace en ofrecer el servicio de pago en línea LunchMoney para las comidas! Este nuevo servicio ofrece una rápida, fácil y segura manera de agregar dinero a cuenta de la comida de su estudiante usando una tarjeta de crédito/débito que My LunchMoney proporciona • Conveniencia-disponible 24/7 en la web o con la aplicación móvil para el ce lular; iPhone, Android o Windows. • Eficiencia- hacer el pago de todos sus es tudiantes, incluso si ellos asisten a dis tintas escuelas dentro del distrito. Elimi na la necesidad de que sus estudiantes llev en dinero a la escuela. • Control- Establezca alertas de balance bajo, vea la actividad de cuenta, pagos recurrentes/ automáticos, consultar sal

Con el prepagado, la posibilidad de que el estudiante use el dinero para algo diferente es eliminada. Educacion Para El Talentoso O Genio Las Escuelas Públicas de Union satisface la necesidad de identificar a los estudiantes en cada una de las primarias a través de servicios y consultoría del Especialista en Enriquecimiento del Centro de Recursos Académicos (ARC) localizado en cada escuela. Se usan procedimientos de identificación a nivel del distrito para identificar a los estudiantes que necesitan servicios y se planean actividades apropiadas en las escuelas de esos estudiantes. Para las reglas del Distrito en relación con este programa, vea la Ley de la Junta Directiva #5503. Servicios De Salud 1. Cada escuela tiene una enfermera/persona de salud durante el día escolar para atender accidentes y enfermedades, dar medicina y monitorear condiciones de contagio. 2. Las escuelas no tienen un lugar donde cuidar a los niños enfermos por largos períodos de tiempo. 3. Si un niño se enferma en la escuela, un padre o la persona designada debe presentarse a la escuela para recoger a los infantil. Identificación con foto será necesario liberar al niño. 4. Los niños que estén enfermos no pueden regresar a la escuela hasta que la temperatura se ha mantenido nor mal (Por debajo de 100 °) durante 24 horas sin usar agentes para bajar la fiebre. 5. Se debe hacer todo esfuerzo para administrar la medicina a los niños en el hogar esto evitara interrupciones del progreso educativo. La escuela no proveerá medicina para uso estudiantil. Los padres serán responsables de proveer las medici10

nas que sus niños necesiten y de llenar todas las formas necesarias para administrar la medicina. 6. Si un niño necesita medicina durante el día escolar, una Forma de Autorización debe ser llenada y acom pañar todas las medicinas enviadas a la escuela. Las medicinas que sean administradas diariamente por más de dos semanas también necesitaran una forma médica firmada por un doctor. Las medicinas deben estar en el envase original con la dosis y las direcciones de la prescripción. Medicinas sin receta médica deben tener direcciones especificando la dosis que se debe administrar a un niño. Medicinas sin instrucciones específicas para niños no serán administradas sin una orden médica.

veerá una evaluación de visión. Pero esta evaluación no es un substituto a un examen de vista exhaustivo hecho por un oftalmólogo. Si tiene preguntas o preocupaciones acerca de la vista de su niño, contacte a un profesional para obtener un examen de la vista. Clases De Un Grado/Grados multiples/Looping El programa de educación primaria de Union ofrece una variedad de oportunidades educativas diseñadas para llenar las necesidades individuales del estudiante. Grados multiples – La práctica de combinar dos o más grados con a misma maestra por más de un año. Los estudiantes son colocados en grupos flexibles de acuerdo a la necesidad, habilidad e interés. Los niños mayores mejoran su capacidad de liderazgo. Los niños colaboran y forman rela ciones estables en el curso de los dos años de su trayecto. Se promueven unas fuertes relaciones entre estudiantes- maestros – padres.

La autorización de padres debe incluir la siguiente infor- mación: A. Nombre del niño recibiendo el medica mento. B. Nombre del medicamento. C. La dosis y instrucciones para el medica mento. D. La fecha y la hora que se administra el medicamento. E. Firma del padre o guardián. F.Servicios de visión. 7. Las enfermeras monitorean condiciones contagiosas y garantizan que la situación este en acuerdo a la Regla #5015 (localizada en la parte de atrás del libro). Condiciones comunes que requieren exclusión de la escuela incluyen pero no están limitadas a: • temperatura de 100 grados o mas • vomito y diarrea • infección con drenaje de los ojos • infección con drenaje de los oídos, nariz o boca • drenaje de una herida • Tos incontrolable • Piojos o la presencia de liendres • Sarna • Síntomas no diagnosticados que probablemente puedan ser contagiosos.

Looping – la práctica de un grupo de estudiantes de tener la/el mismo maestro por más de un año. Todos los estudiantes son del mismo grado. Los niños colaboran y forman relaciones estables en el curso de los dos años de su trayecto. Se promueven unas fuertes relaciones entre estudiantes-maestros -padres. Clases de un Solo Grado – Estas clases son unidades independientes. Todos los estudiantes son del mismo grado. Ellos estudian el pan de estudios del grado en una combinación de instrucción centrada en el maestro y el estudiante. Los estudiantes tienen la experiencia de la constancia de un solo maestro en su clase. PTA Cada escuela primaria tiene una Asociación de Padres y Maestros (PTA). El PTA se hace cargo de muchas ac- tividades y mejora el programa total de la escuela. Infor- mación en referencia al PTA puede ser obtenida llamando a la oficina de la escuela. Reglas De La Escuela Incluido en el manual están todas las reglas de la Junta Directiva de la Escuela con relación a los estudiantes. Se le recomienda a los padres y estudiantes el leer estas reglas cuidadosamente.

*Para regresar a la escuela se le puede requerir a el estudiante presentar un certificado medico verificando que no es contagioso.

Servicios Especiales El Distrito Publico Escolar de Union hace todo esfuerzo por localizar, evaluar y educar, en el medio menos re- strictivo, a todos los niños con necesidades especiales, en las edades de tres a 21, bajo las provisiones de la Ley de 1997 de Educación de los Individuos Inválidos, la Ley de 1990 de los Americanos Inválidos y la Sección 504 de la Ley de 1973 de Rehabilitación.

Servicios De Visión La ley del Estado de Oklahoma requiere que el padre o guardián de un estudiante inscrito en kindergarten en una escuela publica presente un certificado comprobando que el estudiante tuvo una evaluación de visión durante los previos doce (12) meses o durante el año escolar. Los estudiantes inscritos en primer o tercer grado en una es cuela publica tendrán treinta (30) días desde el comienzo del año escolar para proveer un certificado comprobando que el estudiante paso una evaluación de visión en los últimos doce (12) meses.

Esta nota es un proyecto para hacer del conocimiento de nuestros socios la disponibilidad de de la educación especial y servicios relacionados para los estudiantes inválidos. Los programas y servicios se ofrecen para estudiantes elegibles en áreas especificas de problemas de aprendizaje, ser sordo o con problemas

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del oído, problemas de visión, con aparatos ortopédicos, otros problemas de salud, invalidez múltiple, retardados mentales, problemas del habla o del lenguaje, perturbación emocional, heridas traumáticas de la mente y autismo. Si usted tiene o conoce a un niño quién tiene una discapacidad que le perjudica en su desarrollo educativo, por favor llame a la oficina de Servicios Especiales en el Centro de Servicios Educacionales al, 357-4321.

Departamento de Transporte Reglas de los Usuarios del A utobús Una Guía para los Estudiantes y Padres 2019-2020 Gary Greenhill - Director de Transporte 27th edición, Año Escolar 2019-2020 ANUNCIO La seguridad es la preocupación central en todas la reglas y procedimientos de transporte. Las reglas y procedimientos incluidos tienen el propósito de ser guías y pueden ser cambiadas o modificadas cuando sea necesario para asegurar la seguridad de todos los estudiantes que usan los autobuses de las Escuelas Públicas de Union. Se Desean Padres como Conductores de los Autobuses de Union El manejar un autobús escolar puede ser la oportunidad perfecta para usted como padre de Union para ayudar el distrito y al mismo tiempo ganar dinero. Un horario típico incluye dos horas en la mañana y dos en la tarde, dejándole tiempo suficiente para disfrutar con sus hijos. Además del salario por hora, les ofrecemos un programa de Llevar a sus Estudiantes, el cual le permite llevar sus hijos en las rutas del autobus con usted. Si usted esta interesado en convertirse en un conductor, por favor recoja una aplicación en el Centro de Servicios Educacionales: 8506 61st Street, entre las 8:00 A.M. y las 5:00 P.M. de lunes a viernes.

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FROM THE DIRECTOR Queridos Padres de los Estudiantes de la Escuelas de Union:

RESPONSABILIDADES DE LOS PADRES La tarea de transportar estudiantes de manera segura y eficiente puede ser exitosa solamente con cooperación y ayuda de los padres, quienes necesitamos refuercen las reglas de seguridad con sus hijos. Todas estas reglas están diseñadas para ayudar a asegurar un viaje seguro y placentero para todos los estudiantes. El conocimiento y apoyo por parte de los padres de las responsabilidades de los estudiantes y de las reglas disciplinarias ayudaran a los niños a mantener su privilegio de usar el autobús escolar. Aquí tenemos la lista de las responsabilidades que los padres deben asumir para alcanzar la meta de tener un viaje seguro para todos:

Union se complace en ofrecer las reglas de los Usuarios del Autobús de las Escuelas Públicas de Union para los estudiantes y padres. Este manual contiene información acerca del servicio del autobús, comportamiento del estudiante, seguridad y reglas disciplinarias, y otra información pertinente. Aunque no es posible el incluir todas las reglas, prácticas y procedimientos en relación al transporte de la escuela, este manual ofrece tanta información como es necesaria para darle a usted y a sus hijos un mejor entendimiento del servicio del autobús escolar del distrito y la importancia de la seguridad y el buen comportamiento de los usuarios.

1. Asegúrese que sus hijos lleguen a la parada del autobús cinco minutos antes de la hora de la llegada del autobús. Asegúrese que su hijo(a) vista de acuerdo al tiempo en caso de que necesiten esperar por el autobús en la lluvia o el frío. 2. 2Supervise a sus hijos cuando vayan y vengan de la parada del autobús por su seguridad y protección. 3. Haga que su hijo use mochilas que dejen las manos libres para su balance y poderse agarrar de la barra del autobús. Como una precaución, asegúrese que las mochilas, ropa y otros objetos de sus hijos no tengan correas largas. 4. Enséñele a su hijo las reglas de seguridad en el autobús. 5. Enséñele a su hijo su dirección, número de teléfono y número de autobús. 6. Reporte cualquier conductor que maneje de manera insegura o ilegal al departamento de transporte. 7. Asuma responsabilidad por el comportamiento de su hijo en el paradero y cuando usan el autobús. Si pierde el privilegio a usar el autobús escolar, los padres deberán encargarse del transporte a y de la escuela h a s t a que esos privilegios sean devueltos. 8. Todos los conductores deben conocer y obedecer la ley de Pare del Bus Escolar de Oklahoma: O.S. 47, Sección 11-705. A. El conductor de un vehiculo que se encuentra con un autobús escolar que esta parado recogiendo o dejando niños, y el cual tiene las luces rojas encendidas, debe parar su vehiculo antes de alcanzar el autobús escolar y no pasarlo hasta que las luces rojas sean apagadas y luego pasar el autobus escolar muy despacio con mucha precaución por seguridad de los niños y los otros ocupantes. B. Si el conductor del autobús escolar ve una violaciónde las provisiones de la subsección (A) de esta sección, deberá reportar dicha violación, el color del vehículo, numero de la placa y la hora y el lugar donde ocurrió a las autoridades. Las autoridades de ley deben darle una carta de advertencia a la persona en que dicho vehículo esta registrado.

Usted debe estar seguro que el transporte en autobuses buses escolares es una de las formas más seguras de transporte. A pesar de esto, hay medidas que se pueden tomar para hacer la ruta de ida y venida en el autobús mucho mas segura. Es el objetivo del distrito el ofrecer el transporte mas seguro posible. Una manera en que podemos tratar de alcanzar esa meta es ofreciendo entrenamiento para nuestros conductores, incluyendo entrenamiento inicial para los nuevos conductores y continuando con entrenamiento en servicio. Todos los conductores escolares en el Estado de Oklahoma deben ser certificados por el Departamento de Educación del Estado. Para obtener esta certificación, un conductor debe atender un entrenamiento de 25-horas y pasar todos los exámenes escritos y prácticos. El distrito de Union también ofrece entrenamiento adicional hasta de 40 horas cada año. Aunque nosotros enfatizamos la seguridad en los autobuses y la conducción cuidadosa de nuestros conductores, ellos no pueden consistentemente manejar los autobuses con seguridad sin la cooperación de los estudiantes. La seguridad de los autobuses no es solamente la responsabilidad el conductor pero también de todos los estudiantes que usan este servicio. Distracciones como el mal comportamiento de un estudiante puede desviar la atención del conductor de la ruta y poner en peligro la seguridad de todos los pasajeros. Nosotros contamos con su ayuda en enseñarle a su hijo y hacerle entender la necesidad de obedecerle al conductor y las reglas de los autobuses. Esperamos que usted encuentre este manual informativo, y le deseamos a su hijo un año seguro, feliz y educativo. Sinceramente, Gary Greenhill, Director de Transporte

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manténgase lejos de la llantas. No trate de agarrar ninguna parte del autobús o correr detrás de el. 5. Nunca trate de gatear debajo del autobús por ninguna razón. 6. Vaya directamente a su casa después de bajarse del autobús no se devuelva por ninguna razón.

RESPONSABILIDADES DEL ESTUDIANTE Antes de que Llegue el Autobús 1. Llegue a la parada del autobús cinco minutos antes de que el autobús llegue. Vístase de acuerdo al tiempo. Usted puedeque tenga que esperar en la lluvia o elfrío. 2. Espere el autobús por lo menos diez pies atrás de la calle y espere hasta que el autobús, pare completamente antes de acercarse. 3. Forme una sola línea y súbase al autobús de una manera ordenada (sin empujar). 4. Cuando se suban al autobús , siempre use la barra. 5. Una vez que suba al autobús, encuentre un puesto rápidamente. 6. Lleve lo que le pertenece en una mochila y si algo se le cae debajo o cerca del autobús, dígale al conductor. NUNCA TRATE DE RECOGERLO SOLO!

ELEGIBILIDAD PARA USAR EL AUTOBÚS Los estudiantes en grados Kdg.-12 quienes legalmente viven dentro de los limites del distrito escolar y viven a mas de una milla y media de la escuela, tienen derecho a usar el servicio del autobús escolar. Los padres son responsables de darles transporte a los estudiantes que están en una transferencia de distrito o en el programa de Preescolar. Los estudiantes deben usar el mismo autobús todos los días. Las rutas de los autobuses se diseñan basadas en el número de estudiantes viviendo en un área específica y en los estudiantes que han usado esa ruta previamente en esa área. Si los estudiantes quienes no viven en esa área lo usan, puede resultar en una ruta de bus con demasiados niños. Por razones de seguridad, los estudiantes necesitan usar la misma parada del autobús en la mañana y en la tarde, todos los días. Un estudiante no debe bajarse en una parada diferente sin un permiso otorgado por la oficina de la escuela.

En el Autobús Todas las reglas de la clase se deben cumplir en el autobús. No se permite hablar fuerte o gritar. 1. Siempre cooperar con el conductor del autobús y las otras personas de autoridad. 2. Deben siempre sentarse mirando hacia el frente, no pueden cambiar asientos, y deben mantener las manos y los pies fuera del pasillo. Los asientos de los buses están hechos para protegerlos en caso de accidentes y pueden solamente hacerlo si se usan debidamente. 3. No debe ser destructivo. El arrojar objetos dentro o fuera del autobús esta totalmente prohibido. Los estudiantes y sus padres pueden ser responsables por daños del autobús o propiedad fuera del autobús. 4. Objetos dañinos, como drogas, tabaco, alcohol, cuchillos, armas, etc., están estrictamente prohibidos. 5. Sea cortés con el conductor de su autobús y pasajeros. No use lenguaje o señales groseras. 6. Ayude a mantener el autobús limpio. 7. Mantenga todas las partes de su cuerpo dentro del autobús todo el tiempo. 8. No esta permitida comida o bebida de ninguna clase. Los almuerzos se pueden llevar siempre y cuando permanezcan dentro de la lonchera o mochila. 9. Solamente los objetos que se puedan colocar en sus piernas o debajo del asiento con seguridad se permitirán en el autobús. Los instrumentos musicales estan incluidos en esta regla. 10. Manténgase en silencio absoluto cuando el autobus se esta acercando y para en en el cruce del tren.

USAR UN AUTOBÚS DIFERENTE El propósito principal del servicio del autobús de las Escuelas de Union es el ofrecer transporte a los estudiantes elegibles de y a su casa. Por lo tanto, los estudiantes deben usar el autobús de su vecindario cada día hacia y de la escuela y subirse y bajarse en la parada designada más cercana a su casa. Los estudiantes que desean usar el autobús que no sea el de su vecindario, debe obtener un permiso de la oficina enviando un correo electronico a: buspass@ unionps.org describiendo la razon, el numero del bus y la información del estudiante para poder aprobarl. Ningún pase de autobús será publicado por el Departa- mento de Transporte sin 72 horas de previo aviso. Los estudiantes que son nuevos en una ruta de autobús y quienes tienen la intención de usar esa ruta continua- mente deben obtener un permiso del director quien indi- cará en el permiso que el estudiante usara esa ruta regu- larmente. Esto le avisará al conductor que el estudiante es una adición permanente a la ruta y evitará confusiones la primera vez que el estudiante trate de usar ese autobús.

Cuando se Bajan del Bus 1. Baje del autobús de una manera ordenada (sin empujar o jalar). 2. Si debe cruzar la calle, camine lejos del autobús y hacia delante como 12 pies hasta que pueda ver la cara del conductor. Cruce solamente después de que el conductor le señala que puede hacerlo. Mire el tráfico cuando cruce la calle. Nunca cruce detrás del bus. 3. Si algo se le cae debajo o cerca del autobús, dígale al conductor. NUNCA RECOJA ALGO POR SI SOLO! 4. Muévase alrededor de seis pies lejos del bus y

EXCURSIONES Y VIAJES DE ACTIVIDADES El transporte es ofrecido también, cuando sea posible, para llevar a los estudiantes asistiendo a eventos académicos o competitivos. Los estudiantes usando el autobús en excursiones o viajes de actividades deben seguir las mismas reglas que los estudiantes que usan este servicio a diario. El transporte para un viaje de actividades se ofrece solo para estudiantes, maestros, entrenadores y padres re- sponsables de los estudiantes. Los padres (y los niños de preescolar) que deseen participar en estos viajes deben usar su propio transporte. 14

GUIAS DISCIPLINARIAS El comportamiento de un estudiante en el autobús afecta directamente la seguridad de los demás en el bus. Para transportar a todos los estudiantes seguramente, el con- ductor del autobús debe poder concentrarse en conducir el autobús sin ser distraído por el mal comportamiento de los estudiantes; por lo tanto, el comportamiento que sea inaceptable por parte de los estudiantes no será tolerado y resultará en la pérdida de su privilegio a usar este servicio Los padres necesitan enseñarles a los niños el comporta- miento correcto en el autobús y su tolerancia. Por favor ayude a reforzar la autoridad del conductor del autobús así como lo haría con la autoridad de un maestro. Los conductores son entrenados para reconocer y mane- jar el mal comportamiento de la mejor manera. Muchas veces, la mejor manera de controlar el comportamiento de los niños es el estar separados de los otros niños quienes les causan el comportarse de esa manera. Por esta razón, el primer nivel de castigo disciplinario del conductor del autobús es el asignar asientos. Los padres o el estudiante pueden pedir que un asiento sea asignado para mantener al estudiante fuera de problemas. Generalmente, pero no en todos los casos el conductor del autobús puede seguir las siguientes guías para manejar los problemas de disciplina en el autobús: Primera Ofensa – Llamada de atención verbal mente ocorrección por el conductor. Segunda Ofensa – Asignar asientos por lo menos portres días (Nota: El conductor tiene la autoridad de asignar asientos en cualquier momento, por cualquier razón, incluyendo permanentemente.) Tercera Ofensa – Los padres serán llamados por teléfono(o por correo si no se puede encontrar por telfono). Cuarta Ofensa – Un Reporte de Conducta Peligrosa sele entregará al administrador encargado de la disciplina de los autobuses. El primer Reporte de Conducta Peligrosa entregado resulta usualmente en la pérdida de los privilegios de usar el autobús escolar por tres días o más. El segundo Reporte de Conducta Peligrosa resulta usualmente en la suspensión del autobús por diez días o más. Un tercer Reporte de Conducta Peligrosa, 45 días o mas! Estas acciones disciplinarias son del autobús solamente. Otras, acciones mas serias pueden ser determinadas apropiadamente para otras ofensas. La pérdida permaente de este privilegio, y/o otras medidas mas duras pueden ser usadas como castigo por ofensas subsecuentes. El consumo de comida o bebidas no es permitido en los autobuses escolares. La falta de obedecer esta regla resultará en la pérdida del privilegio del servicio del autobús por tres días o más. Los estudiantes quienes se comportan mal constante- mente, ponen en peligro directamente la operación segura del autobús, desafían directamente la autoridad del conductor o hacen comentarios irrespetuosos o acciones hacia el conductor del autobús u otros oficiales de la escuela perderán el privilegio del servicio de autobus sin

recibir advertencias! Una lista parcial de las violaciones serias incluye, pero no esta limitada a: vandalismo, peleas, actividades relacionadas con pandillas, falta de cooperar con el conductor del autobús, lenguaje abusivo o desafiante, amenazas, gestos, palabras escritas o dibujos dirigidos al conductor u otro oficial, y la posesión o uso de tabaco, drogas, alcohol, o armas de cualquier clase. Violaciones serias pueden también resultar en una acción disciplinaria inmediata incluyendo suspensión de la escuela y/o acción legal. EMERGENCIAS En el caso de una emergencia en el autobús escolar, los estudiantes deben siempre cooperar con el conductor del autobús. Loas estudiantes deben permanecer calmados y callados para poder escuchar las instrucciones del conductor. Esto es especialmente crítico si es necesario evacuar el autobús debido a una condición muy peligrosa. NIEVE Y EMERGENCIAS DEL TIEMPO Siempre hay la posibilidad durante los meses del invierno que el tiempo inclemente pueda afectar los servicios de transporte. Hasta la lluvia causa seguido retrasos en los horarios de los autobuses. Los padres deben recordarle a los estudiantes los días cuando hay nieve o hielo y la escuela esta abierta, que los autobuses muy seguido van a llegar tarde. RUTAS DE HIELO En esas situaciones cuando las calles pueden estar resba- losas o llenas de nieve y la escuela esta abierta, puede ser necesario el usar rutas de autobuses alternas. Estas rutas de autobuses alternas se llaman “rutas de hielo.” Solo las rutas de autobuses en las áreas de servicio para Darnaby y Jarman tiene rutas de hielo. Esos estudiantes que viven al oeste de la calle Sheridan, entre la Calle 76th Este y la Calle 91st Este tendrán rutas de hielo designadas; sin embargo, porque el autobús tiene que tomar otra ruta, otros estudiantes en esa área del distrito pueden ser afectados también. La información acerca de las rutas de hielo se le entrega a los estudiantes usualmente en el mes de noviembre por el conductor del autobús. Una copia de esas rutas de hielo esta disponible en cada una de las escuelas secundarias y en las primarias de Jarman y Darnaby. Las rutas de hielo no afectan actualmente las rutas de autobuses de otras escuelas. CANCELACIONES DE ESCUELA/RUTAS DE HIELO Para determinar si la escuela ha sido cancelada o si las rutas de hielo se están usando, los padres y estudiantes pueden escuchar la radio o ver la T.V. Aquí tenemos una lista de las emisoras de radio que generalmente tienen in- formación acerca de la cancelación de escuela antes de las 6:00 a.m. AM 740 - KRMG, TV 6 - KOTV, TV 2 - KJRH, TV 8 KTUL, TV 23 - KOKI Además, los padres pueden escuchar un mensaje graba- do relacionado a la cancelación de las escuelas o las rutas de hielo llamando al (918) 357-7065, o mirando la página del Internet del distrito www.unionps. org.

y conductores y ayudará a resolver cualquier problema que el conductor no pueda.

AUTOBUSES TARDE A pesar de los mejores esfuerzos de mantener los autobuses a tiempo, es inevitable que los autobuses lleguen a veces tarde. Las hojas de las rutas entregadas al principio de cada año escolar muestran un tiempo estimado para el autobús en cada parada. A medida de que el año pasa, los pasajeros tendrán una idea más re- alista de la hora en que el autobús pasa actualmente.

PARADAS DE LOS AUTOBUSES Todas las paradas de los autobuses deben seguir los estándares de seguridad del Estado de Oklahoma. El departamento de transporte aceptará peticiones de cambios de lugares de paradas; sin embargo, antes de cambiar una parada, los siguientes factores se tendrán en cuenta.

A veces ocurren situaciones inesperadas que no le per- miten al autobús el llegar a tiempo, como un problema mecánico, o congestión del tráfico debido a un accidente o mal tiempo. Cuando estas situaciones se presentan, el departamento de transporte hace todo lo posible para poner el autobús de nuevo en horario; sin embargo, no es posible hacerlo todas las veces. Cada autobús irá a todas las paradas, sin importar que tan tarde sea.

1. Es el lugar de la parada seguro? 2. Cuando sea posible, las paradas serán ubicadas en lugares públicos como un parque o la casa de un estudiante que usa el bus. 3. Las paradas serán ubicadas en calles tan céntricas como sea posible, para el vecindario que se está sirviendo de manera que la distancia promedio caminada por un estudiante es aproximadamente la misma que para los otros estudiantes en el distrito.

Se les recomienda a los padres el esperar con sus hijos en las paradas del autobús. Los padres que no se puedan quedar en la parada del autobús con sus hijos deben tener planes alternos con los vecinos y con los niños acerca de lo que deben hacer si pierden el autobús.

Un cambio de parada, adición, o cancelación no será con- siderada si el resultado del cambio y el como afecte a los estudiantes no es consistente con la clase de paradas de los autobuses que todos los estudiantes del distrito deben usar. El objetivo es colocar suficientes paradas de autobuses para todos los estudiantes tan justo como sea posible, sirviendo a todos los vecindarios equitativamente. Mientras tratamos de colocar paradas de autobuses en donde los niños puedan protegerse del tiempo, no es posible hacerlo todas las veces. Los estudiantes deben vestir de acuerdo al tiempo y estar preparados a esperar por un rato en la lluvia o el frío.

PERDIDO Y ENCONTRADO Objetos dejados en el autobús escolar generalmente se mantendrán en el autobús por el conductor por un día y después serán entregados a la escuela respectiva y colocados en el lugar para lo perdido y encontrado de la escuela. Los estudiantes deben preguntar al conductor si ha en- contrado cualquier objeto perdido. Los conductores de- ben revisar el autobús entre rutas; sin embargo, ellos no pueden prevenir que otros estudiantes recojan los objetos olvidados.

El comportamiento de los estudiantes en las paradas de los autobuses antes de la llegada del autobús es la responsabilidad de los padres. La destrucción de propiedad y/o vandalismo en la parada del autobús por un estudiante es un caso civil y será manejado por la policía. La destrucción contínua de propiedad o acosamiento a los dueños de la propiedad resultará en el cambio de la parada a otro lugar, que podría ser inconveniente, o la eliminación de la parada por completo. El mal comportamiento en la parada del autobús puede resultar en la pérdida del privilegio a este servicio.

ELOGIOS Y QUEJAS Acerca del Conductor del Autobús /Servicio del Autobús Los vecinos y padres pueden reconocer las buenas accio- nes de los conductores y darles un elogio. Esto se puede hacer por medio de una carta enviada al director de Transporte de las Escuelas Públicas de Union, 8506 E, 61st Street, Tulsa, OK 74133 o llamando al Despachador al 357-7063 entre las 8:00 a.m. y las 5:00 p.m. Los padres y vecinos pueden también llamar al mismo número para reportar problemas o quejas.

Vea las páginas 16-41 para Políticas de la Junta o ir a unionps.org y utilizar una función de traducción .

Relacionados al Comportamiento de los Estudiantes Los padres y estudiantes deben reportar problemas con otros estudiantes en el autobús al conductor del autobús. Por favor no distraiga al conductor cuando los niños se están subiendo o bajando del autobús y mantenga la conversación al mínimo. Otros niños están esperando por el autobús en la próxima parada y una conversación larga con el conductor puede provocar que el resto del tráfico sea atrasado/o causar un accidente. La oficina de transporte accede a reuniones o conferencias entre padres 15

HOW TO BOARD THE BUS SAFELY WHEN CROSSING THE STREET

ALWAYS try to be at your bus stop 5 minutes before the bus arrives.

5. BOARD the bus immediately.

1. STAY on your side of the street, far away from traffic. 4. CROSS walk directly across, about 15 feet in front of the bumper

2. WAIT In a single line for bus to stop and for driver’s signal to cross.

3. CHECK traffic in both directions

HOW TO CROSS ROAD SAFELY WHEN LEAVING THE BUS

GO directly home. Do not come back to the bus.

1. WALK away from the bus and about 15 feet along the side of the road until you can see the driver‘s face.

4. WALK quickly across if all vehicles have stopped.

2. STOP AND WAIT for driver to signal you across the roadway.

3. CHECK the traffic in both directions--if you see a vehicle that has not stopped, go back to the bus immediately.

Anatomy of a School Bus

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