Incentive Schools: ''Mitchell Incentive School, Parent-Student Handbook-92-93''

Mitchell Incentrive School Parent - Student Handbook-92-93 Theres Magic at Mitchell SchoolMITCHELL INCENTIVE SCHOOL Dear Parents and Students: On behalf of the staff at Mitchell School I would like to welcome all students and their parents to the 1992-93 school year. We are eager as we begin this year, because we know this is going to be an exciting year. You This handbook is prepared to inform you about our school, will find that the information provided here together with the rules and regulations that govern each of us will insure that we I know you will take time to read this book carefully with your parents. Of course, if you have any questions, feel free to ask vour teachers, counselors. have a successful year. course, feel your administrators, or other staff members. I want you to : our best to ensure know that the staff at Mitchell and I will do that each student achieves his/her highest This will require the combined efforts of students, staff, and parents. We need parents to be involved with our Your ideas and suggestions are essential in developing a strong team working in the best interests of each student. potential. program. We I am We know this is going to be a magnificent year at Mitchell, looking forward to working with each of you individually and collectively. Sincerely, Donita Hudspeth Principal I I I I I1 MITCHELL INCENTIVE SCHOOL FACULTY AND STAFF PRINCIPAL Donita Hudspeth SECRETARY Sandra Johnson 4 Year Old Program Jeanne Hoover MATH SPECIALIST Janice Lewis... Rm. 102 KINDERGARTEN Melanie Hale . . . . 1 Rm. 2 READING SPECIALIST Susan Hestir...... Rm. 101 GRADE 1 Jo Hestir... Bobbie Govan Rm. 3 Rm. 4 LIBRARIAN Kenny Sutton GRADE 2 Barbara Banks.. Teresa Hamilton ART SPECIALIST Ken Milton Rm. 104 Rm. 106 MUSIC SPECIALIST Shirley Allen GRADE 3 Patricia Ross. Charlotte Guin Rm. 107 Rm. 103 COUNSELOR Mary Smith GRADE 4 Jimmy Calhoun........ Gertrude Stubblefield Rm. 20A Rm. 201 GIFTED/TALENTED Sylvia Tyler GRADE 5 Najmah Cooksey Mildred Walker Rm. 205 Rm. 202 PHYSICAL EDUCATION SPECIALIST Mary Ann Hansen AOXILLIARY TEACHER Kim Dade GRADE 6 Brenda Hipp. Linda Hamlet Rm. 203 Rm. 206 SPECIAL EDUCATION Margaret Regnier. Rm. 105 RESOURCE TEACHER Katie Pace...... Rm. 110 SPEECH THERAPIST Valerie Eastman. Rm. 110SUPPORT STAFF INSTRUCTIONAL AIDES Danyelle Allen Shirley Austin Larry Batch Becky Estes Nettie Irby Delores Iverson Davyda Howard Kevin McFadden Clarence Miller Yvette Williams Patricia Taylor Lillian Bunn LIBRARY CLERK Angela Moore COMPUTER LAB Joe Ann Johnson NURSE Estella Lee CUSTODIANS Ellis Flowers Aaron Johnson Flossie Murray FOOD SERVICE Mary Reese, Manager Valerie Burns Barbara HendersonMITCHELL INCENTIVE SCHOOL 1992-93 PARENT TEACHER ASSOCIATION Janice and Leotis Nichols are P.T.A. Co-Presidents for the 1992-93 school year, during registration. Our Membership Drive Kick-Off will begin Please plan to become an active member. We value your support and involvement as active partners in education. P.T.A. membership is very important to incentive schools. is to have each student represented by a parent. $3.00. P.T.A. Our goal dues are P.T.A. OFFICERS OFFICE NAME ADDRESS PHONE Co-Presidents Janice Nichols Leotis Nichols 1212 W. 36th St. 72206 376-8280 First Vice Pres. Vera Brownlee 1904 Rice St. 72202 376-8372 Second Vice Pres. Andrew Lockhart 3101 Marshall St. 72206 375-5619 Third Vice Pres. Joe Ann Johnson 24 & Battery St. 72206 324-2415 Recording Secy. Linda Abrams 1105 Ringo St. 72202 375-0722 Corresp. Secy. Tracey Noel 2412 Marshall St. 72206 375-2032 Treasurer Sandra Johnson 2317 Schiller St. 72206 374-0966 IMPORTANT DATES School Registration August 13-14 Parent Night September 8 Open House September 22 American Education Week November 16-20 P.T.A. Meeting November 17 Holiday Program December 18 Holiday Parties December 22 Valentine Parties February 12 P.T.A. Meeting February 23 P.T.A. Meeting May 18LITTLE ROCK PUBLIC SCHOOLS MITCHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 1992-93 SCHOOL CALENDAR August August August 13-14 24 31 September 7 September 8 September 22 September 28 October October October November November November November November November December December December January January January January January February February February February March March March April April April April April April May May May May June June 12-16 19 24-November 1 3 4 4-5 16-20 17 26-27 18 22 23-January 3 4 18 27 28 29 1-5 9 12 23 1 2 8-19 1 2 5-9 12-23 14 21 4 7 13 31 9 10-11 Registration Teachers Report First Day for Students Labor Day Parent Night Open House Extended Day Begins National School Lunch Week Parent Conference Day Red Ribbon Week End of First Nine Weeks Teachers' Work Day AEA Teachers' Meeting American Education Week P.T.A. Meeting Thanksgiving Holiday Holiday Program Holiday Parties Holiday Break School Resumes Martin Luther King Holiday Nurse Appreciation Day End of Second Nine Weeks Teachers' Work Day National School Counselor's Week P.T.A. Founders Day Valentine Parties P.T.A. Meeting Parent Conference Day Teacher Appreciation Day AMPT Testing End of Third Nine Weeks Teachers' Work Day Spring Break Standford Test Custodians Appreciation Day Bus Drivers Appreciation Day National Teachers Apprec. Day National School Volunteer Day Food Service Appreciation Day Memorial Day Last Day for Students Teacher Work DayMITCHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DAILY SCHEDULE 1992-93 7:30 7:45 Breakfast 7:45 Teacher Arrival 9:00 10:00 7:50 8:00 9:30 10:15 First Bell Tardy Bell (Lunch count, Attendance, etc.) 4 year old recess Grades 1, 2, and 3 recess 10:30 11:30 Lunch for 4 year olds and Kindergarten 11:00 11:45* Lunch for 1 and 2 11:30 12:15* Lunch for 3 and 4 12:0 5 1:05 Lunch for 5 and 6 2:10 2:25 Sustained Silent Reading 2:35* Dismissal 2:35 3:05 Teacher Planning and Conference *DENOTES RINGING OF BELLPHILOSOPHY OF THE LITTLE ROCK_SCHOOL DISTRICT A sound and comprehensive philosophy, based on the personal and educational needs of students, is essential to a viable and The Little Rock School District effective public school program. statement of philosophy is hereby presented to promote a better understanding of and appreciation for the principles on which the present and future programs of the district are being developed. The school district instructional and supportive programs should. 1. i: ! li ! t *1 i ! 2. Be designed, organized, and implemented to provide all students with success-oriented, comprehensive, and sequential educational opportunities. Emphasize and continually reinforce the values of our democratic society, worthy citizenship and ethical behavior. I I ! 1 1 i J I 1 t i i' ! J 1
3. 4. 5. 6. * J I I i ft Provide each student with the opportunity for maximum intellectual and inter-personal development. Reinforce positive goal-oriented learning by systematically recognizing and rewarding student success at all levels of achievement. Place emphasis on an intra-competitive system of education wherein each student competes'with his' own potential to enhance internal motivation and positive self-image. Fxcodt a diversified curriculum, under the', board career education concept, to provide students with Present a a maximum range of options in choosing careers. IPHILOSOPHY OF MITCHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL We, at each student. Mitchell Elementary School, recognize the uniqueness of We believe we must enable all students to develop all that makes them unique to the maximum of their abilities. We believe that Mitchell Elementary School should create an environment which encourages our children to develop as thinking. caring individuals. We provide learning experiences that stimulate our students to communicate their intellectual, emotional, social and creative strengths in speaking, writing, and listening. We believe a positive self-concept is of great importance in the development of each student
therefore, we encourage each student to have worthwliile goals, self-discipline, concern a dedication to our democratic way of life. for his fellowman and Although we realize that our goals and objectives must be flexi ble so that our students will be prepared for a constantly changing society, we also realize that making our philosophy compatible with that of the Little Rock School District is essential in order to assure continuity between Mitchell and other schools in the District expecially when our students leave our school and transfer to other elementary schools in the District or go onward toward the secondary level of learning ex^ieriences. -It is our intention to do all in our power to assist our students in learning how to best serve themselves as well as their conmunity.MITCHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OBJECTIVES The objectives of Mitchell Elementary have been formulated to give each child the opportunity to learn, grow, and function in his present and future environments. 1. 2. Develop Develop positive self-concepts. the student's capacity to discipline 3. himself Develop to work. study, and play constructively. the social skills necessary for adjusting and adapting to our ever changing world. 4. Encourage mutual respect and concern for others. 5. Provide situations in which problem solving skills are encouraged. 6. Increase efficiency in all areas of instruction. 7. Enhance an appreciation for the multf-cultural heritage in our world. 8. Provide opportunities for creative expression in speaking, writing, and listening. 9. Encourage bill ties each child to recognize his responsi- as a citizen of the community and country. 10. Provide opportunities for exposure to enriching experiences in and around the community.PARENT CONTRACT An important part of the philosophy of Mitchell Elementary School is that the education of a child is the responsibility of both the school and the parents. Every parent is required to sign a contract at the beginning of each school year. A sample contract is included here. My child (Complete Name) is presently enrolled in the grade at Mitchell Incentive School. As a parent I agree to support the provisions of my child's educational philosophy, program, and goals of Incentive School. I will: *attend regularly-scheduled and specially-called teacher/parent conferences
*cooperate with the school when disciplinary actions are necessary
.*support school rules and policies
*ensure the student's compliance with the dress code policy
*provide a proper study environment and require completion of homework as assigned
*ensure prompt and regular school attendance
and *be an active member of the parent/teacher organization and attend all meetings and other school function. I agree with the fundamental principles as stated above and will assist the staff with my support. I am aware that my child's success Mitchell____ Incentive School is contingent upon my honoring this contract. Date Parent/Guardian's Name Parent/Guardian's Signature Address (Home) Telephone // (Work)GENERAL INFORMATION School Hours Students should not plan The instructional day begins at 8:00 a.m. to arrive at school before 7:30 a.m. Students are not to be in the Students go directly to the cafeteria building before 7:45 a.m. until dismissed to classrooms. Breakfast Program Breakfast will be served from 7:20 a.m. until 7:40 a.m. is .50 cents and .30 cents for reduced. The cost Lunch Program All students may participate in the hot lunch program, prepared in the school kitchen. Meals are Application for free or reduced lunch must be made through the Eligibility will be deteirmined according to federal school office, guidelines. Students who wish to pay for their lunches may purchase them daily Weekly lunch tickets may be purchased on Monday. or weekly. Daily rates: Milk .25. Full price lunch $1.00. Reduced price lunch .40. PLEASE NOTE: Candy, gum, etc., may not be brought to school to exchange or to sell to other students. Lost and Found Please be sure your child's belongings are clearly identified with Proper identification can assure the return items should be taken to the cafeteria first and last names. of lost items. II Found *1 where II lost II and II periodically turned claimed. found over It is maintained. Lost items to charitable organizations if are notSchool Visitation The staff of Mitchell Elementary welcomes and appreciates VISITORS MUST CHECK INTO THE OFFICE BEFORE GOING INTO visitors. CLASSROOMS. At tendance When your child is absent or tardy, he/she misses an important part of instruction. Students are expected to be in school except in cases of emergency or for reasons as explained below: 1. Personal Illness - The school may require a doctor's statement or other supportive data verifying the reason for the absence to be presented to the attendance office on the day the student returns to school. 2. 3. 4. Illness in the family - All school work should be kept current. Quarantine in the home - The absence arising from this condition is limited to the length of quarantine as fixed by the proper health official. Death of a relative - The absence arising from this condition IS limited to three days, unless reasonable cause may be shown 5. 6. by parent on a longer absence. Observance of a religious holiday - Any student of any religion shall be excused if his absence was for the purpose of observing a religious holiday consistent with his creed or belief. ANY OTHER REASON MUST BE EXCUSED BY THE SCHOOL PRIOR TO THE ABSENCE. Absences A written excuse is required for each absence and should be presented to the child's homeroom teacher. the responsibility of the school to make a reasonable such as calling by telephone, to notify the parent when the student is absent from school if the parent has not contacted HOWEVER, WE ASK THAT YOU CALL THE OFFICE WHEN YOUR It is effort, the school. CHILD IS ABSENT. PLEASE NOTE THE TWO LETTERS ON ATTENDANCE THAT FOLLOW!I little rock school district ELEMENTARY SCHOOL---------------------------------- ---------------------DATE To the Parent of Dear Parent: Grade ID# (16) years, (5) and sixteen th (17th) birthday is Students between the ages of five both inclusive .x.lud.a reached), who have be in attendance at school daily. Little school, must that absences from Rock School District Policy maintains only when the student is ill, unusual cause acceptable to the building P school are acceptable vzhen a family emergency exists, school sponsored or cipal and/or by the principal. In accordance with Little Regulations, the following . Parents or guardians acceptable - school related events approved Rock School District Attendance information is provided: of students for whom three(3) unexcused civil semester may be subject to a The school recorded in a axcy ..V. - exceed $500 plus costs of court. triCt shall notify the city attorney whenever number of unexcused absences. absences are penalty not to dis a exceeds the allowable shall take whatever action is attorney penalty. necessary to student The city collect the absent four (4) times during a shall notify the student s parents, or guardians (or persons in loco parentis) of the number of _ and will request a l the student's attendance problems. . When a student has been quarter, the school office (or persons absences address parent/administrator conference to of the first and second unexcused shall advise the . Upon the establishment semester, the school office absence during a students parents, guardians (or Persons in the third, unexcused absence, the parents loco parentis) that upon -- be referred to the city attorney. guardians will This letter is ha * been absent^____ school year and a written notice that your child ----- , ---- times during the ____ quarter of the conference must be held to address the student's attendance problems. has unexcuse semester. Upon be made. the "third unexcused absence d absence(s) during this a court referral will Please contact me if you have questions concerning this notice. Yours truly, PrincipalLittle Rock School District PARB'TT NOTICE OF COURT REFERRAL (COMPULSORY SCHOOL-AGE STUDENTS) SCHOOL DATE To the Parent of Grade ID// Dear Parent: Students between the ages of five (5) and sixteen (16) years, both inclusive (until the seventeenth (17th) birthday is reached), who have not been officially excluded from school, must be in attendance at .school daily. Little Rock School District Policy maintains that absences from school are acceptable only when the student is ill, when a family emergency exists, unusual cause acceptable to the building principal and/or school sponsored or school related events approved by the principal. In accordance with Little Rock School District Attendance Regulations, the prin cipal is required to send written notice to the parents advising them that referral is being made when the student's absences are deemed excessive. a court This letter is your written notice that you and yovu: child are being referred to court as of date for violation of the School Attendance Laws of the State of Arkansas. Yours truly, Principal 010 West Mnrkhnin Street Little Kock, Arkaiir-.TS 72201 (501)574 33G1 k r Conferences We encourage regular parent/teacher conferences because we feel it If you should desire a is important and necessary to COMMUNICATE, conference with your child's teacher to discuss his/her progress. please contact the teacher. specially called teacher/parent conferences. Conferences may be scheduled and Parent-teacher conferences will focus on the skills being taught throughout the curriculum and the individual student's progress. arent/teacher conferences dates are October 19 1993. Special 1992 and March Parent Volunteers Mitchell Elementary considers its parent volunteers as a very special resource. Parents are encouraged to help in all classrooms, programs, and extracurricular activities. Please call the office if you have time or skills you can share to make our school a better place for students to learn and grow. Reporting Guidelines and Interim Reports Report cards are issued every nine weeks. The main purpose for report cards is to indicate to the parent(s) the child's achievement. report card. Letter grades are assigned for every subject on the GRADING SCALE 93-100 percent 83- 92 percent 70- 82 percent 60- 69 percent 0- 59 percent and below A B C D F Interim reports are sent home during the fifth week of each NINE weeks for children working below their capacity and/or any other time a student's average drops below 72%. A parent conference is required after every unfavorable interim report and when a It tl or It is recorded on the report card. D F PLEASE NOTE THE COPIES OF THE REPORT CARD AND INTERIM REPORT ON THE TWO PAGES THAT FOLLOW!LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS ELEMENTARY TEACHERS INTERIM REPORT TO PARENTS Dale Pupils Name Teacher School Grade_ A check mark below indicates a need for improvement in that area. I I Stays on task................................ Follows directions......................... Completes work on time............. Works independently................... Has necessary materials............... Completes and returns homework Has self control........................... Control.s talking..................... Shows respect for adults....... Show.', respect for students .. Follows .school rules............... F0II0W.S classroom rules ........ Is on lime to school and class Attends school regularly........ Teachers Comments: I I I Conference Requested: Teacher requests a conference at the earliest possible time. I Teacher s signature Principal s Signature ELEMENTARY TEACHERS INTERIM REPORT TO PARENTS To the Parent: I Please sign and return this report. Write any comments that would be helpful to the teacher on the back of this repot I ' suggest a time when you could come for a conference. must r this report to the teacher as soon as pos.sible. I
I 11 t ii Date Parent's signature I ! I i i EZI Parent requests a conference at the earliest possible time. Copy to: Parent, Childs Teacher, Principal 27. FOR?STUDENT NAME PRESENT GRADE_ SCHOOL YEAR__ SCHOOL PRINCIPAL TEACHER NAME READING BOOK LEVELS FOR EACH SCHOOL YEAR: 1 S T GRADE K 1 READING BOOK Ready steps GETTING READY TO READ BELLS DRUMS TRUMPETS PARADES CAROUSELS LEVEL R R GRADE 2 < iGrade Level 1-6 READING PPI PP2 PP3 P I 3 4 5 6 Nine Weeks 1 < READING BOOK ADVENTURES DISCOVERIES CARAVANS JOURNEYS FLIGHTS EXPLORATIONS CELEBRATIONS LEVEL 2' 2 3' 3 4 5 6 Teacttcr Signature 9 W E E K S '2 N D 9 Teacher Requests Conference 2 3 4 Teacher Signature Book Level. Achievement Grade: Little Rock School District 1-6 ENGLISH ____________ 2 6 SPELLING 1-6 MATHEMATICS 1-6 SCIENCE 1-6 SOCIAL STUDIES * 1-6 MUSIC ______________ 1-6 HANDWRITING 4-6 ART__________________ 4-6 PHYSICAL EDUCATION PROGRESS REPORT Dr. Ruth S. Steele Superintendent of Schools Achievement Grading System First grade students will not receive a grade for the first nine weeks. A B C D F 94-100% Excellent 85-93% 72-84% 63-71% 0-62% Good Average Below Average Failing WORK HABITS ANO CITIZENSHIP S = Satisfactory N = Needs Improvement U = Unsatisfactory Nine weeks 1 2 3 4 S - Satisfactory N Needs Improvement U - Unsatisfactory NOTE: A grade of D. F. or U requires a parent conference. An asterisk (*) after a grade indicates that the child is working below grade level in that subject. REPORTING PERIOD 1 2 3 4 W E E K S 3 R D 9 W E E K S4 T H 9 W E E K S Teacher Requests Conference Teacher Signature Teacher Requests Conference Teacher Signature Teacher Requests Conference L STUDENT'S PLACEMENT FOR NEXT YEAR: GRADE READING MATH Listening Skills_________ ___________ Slays on Task____________ ________ Follows Directions_____________ Completes Work on Time Works Independently______________ Completes and Returns Home Work Has Self-Control_______________ Controls Talking___________________ Shows Respect for Adults__________ Shows Respect for Students_______ Follows School Rules _______ Follows Classroom Rules DAYS PRESENT DAYS ABSENT TIMES TARDY Conference Requested (Student promotion in danger because of attendance laws). PARENT COPY - This Report is Your Copy to Keep at Home. DETACH AND RETURN THIS SIGNATURE/COMMENT SLIP I Student's Name____________ Parent / Guardian Comments: Parent Requests Conference I have reviewed this progress report. PARENT I guardian signature 5 5 I c. LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT EPS CODE: lABC Adopted: 8/22/91 J STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES The Board believes that students should leave school i possessing the skills and knowledge they need to have successful experiences in higher education and in the workplace. These exit outcomes should be reflected in the goals and objectives established for each curriculur program, level/course, unit, and lesson. The District has the following outcomes for all students by the time they graduate from the 12th grade. Students will: 1. 2. 3. 4 . 5. 6. 7. s I* Adequately master reading, writing, speaking. listening creative thinking. (communication), critical sufficient functioning. and mathematical and skills for effective. efficient 9 I Locate and use needed information from printed materials and/or other resources. Identify problems and needs, apply problem solving strategies, and analyze information for meaning and/or action. Use tools of technology at an effective. efficient, flexible, and adaptable level. Have geographic, knowledge of basic political, literary. historical, and scientific information, and use such knowledge in day-to-day decisions. Appreciate' and understand cultural differences, the arts and humanities, current happenings, and ways to predict or influence future events. Establish and maintain effective and supportive intrapersonal, interpersonal, and cooperative relationships, social responsibility. and civic and 'S SI i 41 I 'i j r I I EPS CODE: Paqe 2 I ABC 8. Demonstrate self-direction as an active lifelong learner and demonstrate self-respect, self-esteem, self-understanding, and a physically and mentally balanced healthy life. II 1 little rock school district i EPS CODE: PROMOTION AND RETENTION OF STUDENTS IKE me Liuic S^H^ul District Board of Directors requires standard levels of achievement for students at each grade level as a prerequisite for The Board advocates minimal use of The Little Rock School promotion to the next grade level, social promotion of students. Exceptions Students will normally progress annually from grade to S^ade. peDtions may be made when, in the judgment of the professional staff, such exceptions are in the best educational interest of the student involved. Exceptions Exceptions are in the best eoucationai inieresi, me aeuucnv will be made after prior notification and explanation to each student parents. Exceptions to the established criteria for Promotion are defined ir, ..oniiiafinnc" hnwpvpr. the final decision is with the Little Rock bcnoo in regulations
however, the final decision is District. Adopted: January 26, 1939I Kev. 4-b-y I LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT REGULATION EPS CODE: IKE-R STUDENT PROMOTION I. PURPOSE The purpose of the following regulations is to provide guidelines for teachers and administrators to use in promoting a student from one instructional level or grade to the next. II. REGULATIONS A. Promotion in Elementary School 1. Students being promoted from one elementary grade to the next should have completed the adopted reading curriculum materials for current grade placement, demonstrating at least 80 percent skills mastery. 2. If a student has not achieved 80 percent skills mastery of current grade-placement materials, he/she may be promoted based on an evaluation (by the teacher and principal) of the following: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. Criterion referenced tests Placement inventories Standardized tests Teacher, principal anecdotal information Student characteristics (physical, emotional, and social) Scheduled parent consultation Attendance record 3. Accelerated Promotion The decision to promote a child to the fourth grade in fewer than three years, or to junior high school in fewer than six years, will be made in consultation with the parents(s), teacher, principal(s), elementary supervisor, and the Associate Superintendent for Curriculum and Special Programs. The Associate Superintendent, Division of Schools, and the appropriate Assistant Superintendent will be advised.J 1 li _(_F<egtJkit i iHi'^ 1 I r I.ITTLE ROC I' SCHOOL DISTRICT EPS CODE: IKB R 1 I . II. HI. HOMEWORK RECOMMENDATIONS 1 .s Purpose To set forth the piocedures governing homework in the Little Rock School District. Included in the recommendations will be procedures for teachers to follov/ in assigning homework to students. Procedures (General) (1) (3) (4) (5) (6) Each teacher giving an assignment from the text in a class where only classroom sets of books are available will make provisions for books to be taken home. Teachers will present mimeographed materials that can be seen clearly and have instructions to be used in completing them. Homework assignments will emphasize the application of concepts and skills previously introduced. Homework will be considered in the grading of students. Homework should provide immediate feedback to the teacher on areas of weakness in the students' understanding of concepts and/or acquisition of skills. The type of homework assignments should be varied. Procedures ( Specific) (1) The following guidelines should be followed in giving homework assignments at the Primary Level : Kindergarten - Generally, students are not given home- Primary I - Primary II - work assignments at the kindergarten level. Students may be assigned homework for 15 to 20 minutes a night. Students may be assigned homework for 20 to 30 minutes a night. Primary HI - Students may be assigned homework for 30 to 40 minutes a night. {3'1 Homework assignments for Intermediate Level students should not be ny longer than one hour. Homework assignments for the Secondary Level should be given with an average of no more than thirty (30) minutes required for each of the subject areas. Secondary principals shall work with building committees to help coordinate long-term assignments or projects which might conflict. 1 I I i jl ij s ' I I P J 5 * g J E ii I >. I J-SMX. .Homework assignments of Intermediate Level students should not be any longer than one hour. The purpose of homework is to reinforce and extend what your child has learned in class and to develop a sense of self discipline. personal responsibility, and independent thinking, material is not assigned for homework. As a rule new We hope the following information and suggestions will be helpful to you. In order to give pupils an opportunity to develop various kinds of skills, teachers will give many types of homework assignments, some of which may not be written assignments. may be to read, to cut out, to collect. research. to interview. to listen to a particular radio or TV program. to do They I The school's policy is, generally, not to give homework on weekends. The reason for this is to give pupils a reward for a week's work well done and to allow them time to take part in family experiences such as trips, visits, outings, etc. You can help your child develop some routines that will be of assistance in successfully completing homework assignments, following suggestions are offered for this purpose. The 1. Ask your child if he or she has homework that day.______ that homework is generally assigned every day except Friday or the day before a holiday. Be aware By asking your child about homework, you are helping him or her to remember that there is an assignment to be completed. 2. Become interested in your child's homework. Ask him or her to show the homework to you and to explain what the work completed was about. Sharing your child's work with him or her reinforces the importance of homework and helps the child to understand that you are interested in his or her progress, looking at your child's homework also keeps you informed about the progress of the child and the way in which your child is able to complete the work assigned. I I JF 3. Remember that homework is your child's work not yours. You should not do the work for the child
rather, you should be concerned with whether or not your child did the work. If your child has trouble with a homework assignment and cannot complete it, write a note telling the teacher about the problem. It is the teacher's responsibility to make the homework assignment clearly understood by each student. 4. Help your child set a regular homework time each day and remain with that commitment, responsiblities at that time. Free your child of other 5. Provide your child with a quiet place to work and study where he or she is not disturbed by younger children or pets. Homework will help your youngster grow and develop. Please feel free to consult the school whenever there is a question about homework, which, after all is intended to be a help, not a burden. Study Skills Specific skills and techniques can make learning easier and more enjoyable. good study habits. The following are student guidelines for achieving 1) Come to class prepared with pencil, paper, and other necessary materials. 2) Be an active participant in class, in class. Listen well and take part 3) Ask questions to clarify problems. 4) Plan your day and schedule time for homework. 5) Use what is learned and apply it to new situations. 6) Strive to do the very best work possible, is not a worthwhile goal. Just "getting by"* Textbooks All basic textbooks are loaned to students for their use during the school year. Workbooks are provided for students. Other Textbooks are to supplies are paid for by the student or parent. be kept clean and handled carefully. t
name, grade, and school are written in the book in case the book Students will be required to pay for lost or Please be sure the student's is misplaced, damaged books. Buses Please refer to the bus schedule to note pick-up points and the time schedule. NOTE: Please have your child at the bus stop a little earlier than the designated time in the event the bus should arrive early. Should your child miss the bus, please try to get him/her to school. It is very important that your child attend school every day. Proper behavior is expected at all times for safety reasons. Discuss the bus rules with your child. Bus Conduct The following rules have been established in order to insure the safety of all students who ride busses. 1. 2. 3. Use only the bus and bus stop assigned. Orderly behavior is required at the bus stop. Remain seated, facing front, when the bus is in motion. 4. 5. Talk quietly and make no unnecessary noise. Do not talk to the driver unless it is necessary. 6. Keep head and arms inside the bus. 7. Do not litter the inside of the bus or throw anything out the 8. window. Be quiet when the bus is crossing railroad tracks. Infractions s of the above rules will be brought to the attention of Continual abuse of the bus privileges will result in the parents. denial of transportation. bSCHOOL BUS INCIDENT REPORT LITTLE ROCK PUBLIC SCHOOLS Sus No. School Name Date ^11 DEAR PARENTS: ... ^11 students in our School System who ride a bus to school are subject to regulations until they get off at their school or the bus stop near their home. Any misbehavior which distracts the driver is a very serious hazard to the safe operation of the vehicle, and as such, jeopar- iizes the safety of all passengers. We are asking that you take the necessary action to insure that future misconduct of this nature does not reoccur. Thank you for your cooperation. has been cited for an infraction of the rules :hecked below: ' ) 1. Disobedient
refusal to cooperate with dri ver [ ) 2. Moving around in bus
refusal to stay seated
) 3. Extending arm/head out window I ) 4. Excessive talking, uncessary loud noise ( ) 5. Tampering with bus or equipment or di struct!on of any part of bus ( ) 6. Smoking or lighting matches ( ) 7. Scuffling or fighting 8. Using obscene language
signs or gestures ( ) 9. Throwing items inside bus or out wi ndows ( ) 10. Littering the bus/eating on bus ( ) 11. Misconduct on bus stop ( ) 12. Deliberate delay in loading or unloading ( ) 13. Other For the first infraction of any one or any combination of the rules, a conference If the student persists PENALTIES: shall be held with parents, maybe by telephone, and with the students. in infractions, the following minimum schedule should be adhered to: Infraction 2: 3-5 days 5us suspension
Infraction 3: 2 weeks bus suspension
Infraction 4: 9 weeks bus suspension
infraction 5: 18 weeks bus suspension
Infraction 6: indefinite suspension of bus privileges. driver's statement of incidents: date of this offense_______ PRINCIPAL'S ACTION: ( ) Conference with student ( ) Conference with parent ( ) Phone call to parent ( ) Other__________________ First offense ( ) Second offense ( ) Third offense ( ) Other( ( ) Bus suspension for ___ ( ) Sent Home Notice ( ) Suspension from school days, beginning Si gnatures: Route No. Student Principal Parent WHITE COPY to parent. YELLOW COPY to transportation after action is taken. PINK COPY retained for school record. GOLD COPY to driver. Ftoute No. Date, Driver School Name Student This portion of WHITE COPY rptiirned Io transportation bv driver # 510V Bus Route and Operating Policies Bus routes and stops are planned and established by the administration's transportation department. Safety, economy. efficiency, and allocation of resources are some of the considerations which must be evaluated in determining bus operation policies. Parents who wish to make requests for changes in routes or stops should contact the school principal. Students and parents are encouraged to notify the school immediately of any safety hazards which they have observed during bus operations. School Guidance Counselor Many parents have asked me for an explanation of the duties performed by our school guidance counselor, elementary guidance counselor does include: Some things an 1. Help students understand their abilities and limitations, adjust to a new school, find answers to their concerns, learn to make decisions, develop skills in getting along with others, talk with students who have experienced a death, injury, or serious illness ofpet, friend, or relative, and help students cope with parents separating or divorce. 2. Talk with you about your child's progress in school, abilities and limitations, growth and development. 3. Help teachers understand and meet individual student needs, provide classroom guidance in such areas as self-understanding, decision making, and values, find special help for students when needed, and plan units on guidance-related topics. 4. Consult with parents and teachers in private conferences about their children. 5. Coordinate referrals to school and community agencies when school personnel and parents agree this is needed. 6. Talking with children individually or in small groups. The child may request the counseling or may be referred by parents or teachers. Counseling is a voluntary service
no child is required to talk with the counselor. Should you have any further questions, you may call the guidance office at 324-2415 and request to speak with Ms. Mary Smith.F BUILDING RULES 1. Be respectful to all adults and classmates. 2. Show pride in Mitchell School. 3. Settle conflicts without fighting. 4. Display proper behavior at all times. Students' Rights and Responsibility Handbooks will be distributed early in the school year and discussed throughly with all students.CAFETERIA RULES 1. Follow directions of all lunchroom adults. 2. Speak using your inside voices. be used. At any point quiet-time will Quiet-time is the last 5 minutes of the lunch period to assist in an orderly dismissal. 3. Children will stay in assigned seats until dismissed by lunchroom aides. 4. Lunchroom aides will be in charge of dismissing children: a. b. c. One table at a time
beginning with most quiet table
then, second most quiet and so on. 5. Children are responsible for removing all trays and trash. a. b. when table is dismissed, children will clear all trays and trash. walk quietly out to play area. PLAYGROUND RULES 1. Play in assigned areas only. 2. Follow directions of supervisors. 3. Come in when the bell rings. 4. Be silent on the cement areas between the building. 5. No fighting of any kind. 6. Throw nothing on playground except authorized playground equipment designed to be thrown. CAFETERIA AND PLAYGROUND CONSEQUENCES Warning Name on Aides notepad. Name with 1 check Time out for 10 minutes. Name with 2 checks Time out for remainder of recess. Behavior Document sent home by Instructional Assistant and returned signed by parent. Continued Misbehavior Lunch De tention/Office ReferralREWARDS 1. Student of the Week. 2. 3. Outstanding Student of the Day (periodically). Special recognition for doing something good/change in behavior (periodically). 4. Monthly recognition of students identified as II Good Citizens". 5. Monthly recognition of students who have behaved according to expectations. 6. Movies 7. Popcorn/Coke Parties 8. Special Field Trips 9. Caught Being Good - A spontaneous and positive recognition of students. 10. Positive Phone Calls to parents. DETACH THIS PORTION AND RETURN PARENT SIGNATURE STUDENT SIGNATURE dateMITCHELL ELEMENTARY SUPPLY LIST SOLD EACH DAY 7:45 7:55 A.M. Pencils it2............................... Primary Pencil........................... Red Lead Pencil.......................... B Tablet.................................. J Tablet.................................. J Sprial Tablet.......................... C Tablet.................................. C Practice Writing Paper (in plastic). D Practice Writing Paper (in plastic). D Spiral Tablet.......................... Notebook Filler Paper (40 count)...... Subject Notebook Spiral (50 count).... Folders with pockets.................... Rulers (wood)............................ Scissors (sharp point)................. Scissors (blunt point)................. Elmers Glue 1^ oz....................... Crayons (16 count)...................... Crayons (Jumbo, 8 count, Kindergarten) Poster Board....... ...................... Erasers 15c or 2 for .25C .15 .20 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 . 50 .75 .30 .25 .50 . 50 .50 .75 .75 .50 .05 ************************************************* PARENTS CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE PARENTS CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE PARENTS CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE PARENTS CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE PARENTS CAN' MAKE A DIFFERENCE15 WAYS TO HELP CHILDREN LIKE THEMSELVES ^1/ 1. Reward children. Give praise, recognition, privilege for a job well done. Emphasize good, not the bad. A 2. 3. 4. Take their ideas, emotions, and feelings seriously. Define limits and rules clearly, and enforce them, allow leeway for your children within these limits. Be a good role model. Show that you feel good about Do 5. yourself. Teach that everyone can learn from mistakes. Teach your children how to deal with time and money. Help them spend time wisely and budget money carefully. 6. Have reasonable expectations for your children. Help e 1. them to set goals for themselves that they can attain. Help to develop tolerance toward others with different values, backgrounds, and norms. Point out strengths. I 8. ) 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. Give your children responsibility. Be reasonable. They will feel valued. Give support .when children need it. Show them that what they do is important to you. their activities, do things together. Express your values. Attend Tell of experiences, decisions. reasons for your values, beliefs and feelings. Spend time together. Share favorite activities. Discuss problems without placing blame, attacking character. Use phrases that build self-esteem. Avoid phrases that hurt self-esteem. Show how much you care about them. Hug them, they are terrific and that you love them. REMEMBER THE POWER OF PRAISE ! fl Tell them 4K A T Say love you^^ in many ways Spend time with your child doing what he or she wants to do. Give honest praise in the presence of others. Say Tm sorry when you are. Forgive when he or she hurts or disappoints you. Take time to LISTEN. Respect your childs opinions. Show physical affection ^did you hug your child today? Let gifts be symbols, not proofs of love. L ENCOURAGE YOUR CHILD You can help your child succeed in school by building his or her self-confidence at home. Use these guidelines: Respect your child by treating him or her with the dignity you would a friend. Have faith in your child. Don't be afraid to give your child increasing responsibility and independence. Concentrate on the positive
avoid using discouraging words or actions. Recognize your child's efforts, not just his or her accomplishments. Build self-esteem and feelings of adequacy by using positive phrases as: "I can tell you worked very hard on that." "You're getting much better at that." "I appreciate what you did. II "You really handled that situation well." Discourage competition (in all forms) between brothers and sisters. REMEMBER: Don't feel guilty if you "blow it", but use your energy to try again more effectively. Discipline Home = Behavior in School I i I Never punish in anger and remeniber that punishment does not mean abuse, rather restriction of activities or reduction of privileges. How parents handle discipline at home translates into a childs behavior in school. Suggestions for parents to follow in order to provide better discipline practices include
Use a positive approach. Say do this more than dont do that. Say what you mean...and mean what you say. And dont fool yourself, a child knows the difference. I I Be dear- A child should never be confused about the rules. Rules should be simple and explained carefully. Be reasonable and understanding. When possible, explain why things have to be the way they are. And try to understand your childs feelings about how things are. Remind yourself that children are different What works with one child may not Be work with another. II I ii Set an example for your children. Your own behavior is the base for establishing your expectations of them. Set limits on your childrens behavior. Agree with your children on the tats and make it clear what the consequences are for breaking the rules. Enforce the conse-quences when necessary. Be certain that you punish when you say you will. I . Planish as soon as the misdeed is done...dont put the punishment off for a later time or to another person. I bi IC wx VM lAXAW ---------- ri . Stick to your decision Never let a child talk you out of a punishment you feel is nec-essary.
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