Incentive Schools: ''Summer School: Franklin Incentive School''

SUMMER SCHOOL FRANKLIN INCENTIVE SCHOOL Sharon Davis PrincipalWELCOME TO FRANKLIN INCENTIVE SUMMER SCHOOL 1993 We hope that your six ueeks with us will be educationally profitable.TABLE OF CONTENTS What Parents Can Do at Home A Message from the Principal..............................1 Handbook Position and Mission Statements.................2 Philosophy and Objectives...............................3-5 Pursuit of Academic Excellence............................6 Course Offerings, Grades, and Grading Procedures..........7 Homework Policy............................................8 Study Skills: Home................9 June and July Calendar....................................10 Bell Schedule.............................................11 Important Services and Procedures (Hall Passes, Absentee Admits, etc.)............................................12 Attendance................................................12 Excused and Unexcused Absences...........................12 Make-up Work..............................................13 Student Textbooks.........................................13 School Bookstore/Library Use.............................13 Lunch/Illness or Injury at School........................13 Fire Regulations..........................................14 Tornado Regulations...................................14-15 Student Conduct........................................16-17 Important Board Policies (in Summary Form)............18-19 Transportation Regulations............................20-21 Citizenship............................................2 2-24TO: The Parents and Students of Summer School FROM: Sharon Davis, Summer School Principal WELCOME TO SUMMER SCHOOL!! We are looking forward to working with you and your children to make this a very rewarding summer school program. OUR MAIN CONCERN IS QUALITY INSTRUCTION. * We have high expectations for every student. * A quality, dedicated staff is in place with instructional leadership. * Student progress will be monitored at all times. We look forward to working with you. Your ideas, suggestions. and cooperation are welcomed and needed. Parents, we are asking you to work with us to help provide your child with the best possible education this summer. Please feel free to call me at 671-6380. Let's work together!!! 1HANDBOOK POSITION STATEMENT "Communication is what holds a school together. It is through communication that people in the school receive information and exchange ideas. It is also the way beliefs, values, and expectations are transmitted and value given to others. If This handbook is one of many means of communication used by Franklin Incentive Summer School to inform parents and students of the available educational program parents and students may become more familiar with the mission of the summer school program, its objectives, and procedures by studying the handbook's contents. In doing so, hopefully a clear understanding of the education at Washington Magnet School will develop. MISSION STATEMENT The mission of Franklin Incentive Summer School is for the faculty, staff, students, and community to create an environment that promotes self-realization, social interaction, and academic excellence. 2PHILOSOPHY We believe that the purpose of Franklin Incentive Summer School is for the faculty and staff to establish an atmosphere that maximizes the teaching and learning process in order to assist each student in realizing his/her fullest potential. We believe that staff utilization of classroom management procedures, administrator's feedback on instruction, effective use of educationally sound teaching strategies, continuous professional development, and parent promotion of attendance should enhance each student's opportunity to learn. We also believe that all students should be expected to learn and master the basic literacy skills, and that all adults involved with their learning should stress academic achievement. 3Little Rock School District ELEMENTARY SUMMER SCHOOL HANDBOOK Philosophy The Little Rock School District supports the tenet that additional resources should be made available to students with needs that are not met in the regular school year. To this end, programs for remediation and enrichment will be offered during a six (6) week summer session which is designed to assist students in developing their potential so that they may reach their educational goals and become productive and worthy citizens. Objectives A. Administration The administration will foster and nurture the qualities required for becoming a responsible and productive citizen by providing: 1. a safe environment that is conducive to learning
2 . a well-organized staff committed to excellence in delivery of educational services
3 . a well-defined educational learning experience which will aid students in furthering their educational preparation for entering the job market
and, 4 . an atmosphere which will promote responsible behavior, good citizenship, and better human relations among students. B. Teachers 1. Teachers will work with the administration in assuring that an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust prevails in all areas of interpersonal relations. Teachers will challenge students to think, to evaluate, and to communicate by providing well- organized, structured, and meaningful presentations. Teachers will uphold and maintain traditional standards of excellence and support all school policies and practices. 2. 3. 4C. Students 1. Students will obey all rules regarding classroom procedures and fair play and will show respect for all staff members. 2. Students will strive for continuous progress in each learning area. 3. Students will obey all rules and regulations regarding the care and maintenance of the school building and grounds, 4 . Students will obey all rules and regulations regarding attendance. 5PURSUIT OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE II The quality of a person's life is in direct proportion to their commitment to excellence, regardless of their chosen field of endeavor." Vincent T. Lombardi All students at Franklin Incentive Summer School have worth and the ability to succeed. Franklin Incentive Summer School encourages and rewards students through tangible incentives to apply themselves academically and become superior students, academic incentive program is administered through the cooperative effort of the staff. The Student incentives for academic excellence are given weekly: Principal's Award (highest math and reading) Math Award (highest average) Reading Award (highest average) Citizenship Award (behavior) Student of the Week (behavior and academic) 6COURSE OFFERINGS Math Reading Enrichment Courses: WORD (Writing, Oral Language, and Reading Development) GRADES AND GRADING PROCEDURES The faculty uses a standard grading system that is designed to encourage good learning habits and to insure proper assessment of student work. Grades are based on percentages. Teachers keep their records in percentage form or in a form that is easily converted to percentages. Grading Scale The following grading scale will be used for the summer school: A B C D F 93 83 70 60 100 92 82 69 59 and below 7HOMEWORK POLICY The Little Rock School District maintains that homework can be an important activity to help students learn. Homework should be included as an integral part of the instructional program and a means by which students are provided extended time to master learning concepts and objectives. Homework should be a positive experience and provide students the opportunity to
(1) reinforce skill development
(2) manage learning time away from the school setting
(3) communicate to parents learning activities provided during the school day
and (4) involve other adults in helping them to learn. In the Little Rock School District, all homework assignments will be: a. directly related to the curriculum and the current learning objectives
b. d. explained thoroughly in terms of content, process, and expectations
c. reasonable and will not preclude pupils from assuming other homework and community responsibilities
and designed to encourage and support efforts to develop the skills to learn independently. 8STUDY SKILLS: WHAT PARENTS CAN DO AT HOME Parent involvement in a child's education can mean the difference between success and failure. his/her study skills can make a difference. Helping your child with The following are suggestions that you, the parent, can use to help your child study at home: 1. Help your child realize that studying is a "do-it- yourself" project. However, show willingness to assist your child when the need arises. 2. Help your child to consider and decide what time of day is most effective for study and to plan accordingly. 3. Help your child plan time for fun activities and tele- vision so that these can have their place. attention span can be short, so vary activities. A child's 4 . Help your child by creating an environment in the home conducive to study. a. Let your child choose a place to study, preferably furnished with a desk or table. b. Provide a good light and a straight-back chair. Study time is not a time to relax or daydream. c. Have available all of the materials and reference books that may be needed, such as paper, pencils, encyclopedia, dictionary, etc. d. Insist that the T.V., record/tape player, or radio be turned off during study time. e. Explain to other members of the family the importance of being quiet during study time. These tips will assist your child in completing a successful school assignment. Work with your child. Developing good study habits can pay big dividends for your child in school. 9SUMMER SCHOOL CALENDAR June 23, 1993 First day of Summer School June 30, 1993 Open House (6.30 p.m.) July 5, 1993 Holiday - NO SCHOOL! July 6, 1993 Classes resume July 13-16, 1993 Parent conferences (all parents must schedule a conference) July 14, 1993 Interim reports will be sent home August 4, 1993 Last day of Summer School - Report cards will be sent home 10BELL SCHEDULE 7:30-8:00 a.m. Planning 8:00 a.m. First Bell 8:05 a.m. Tardy Bell 10:00-10:15 a.m. Recess Grades 1-3 10:20-10:35 a.m. Recess Grades 4-6 12:15 p.m. Dismissal 11Hall Passes IMPORTANT SERVICES AND PROCEDURES No student shall be in the hall during regular class time without a hall pass issued by the teacher in charge of the student during that time. This will include trips to the restroom, library, and/or office, as well as to any place other than the room to which the student has been assigned. Passage shall be by the shortest and quickest route practical without stop-overs at other points and without bothering other classes in session. Hall passes shall be issued only as needed and must be turned in at the point of destination or returned to the teacher who originated the pass. Absentee Admits Students MUST obtain admission slips in the office between 7:30- 8:00 a.m. in the morning. The absence must be explained by a written note and/or telephone call from a parent. The office number is 671-6380. Any student who is late to class while getting an absent excuse will receive a tardy unless detained by the office. Attendance All elementary students are required to attend a full six-week session. Excused Absences When a pupil is absent from class because of personal illness or extreme family emergency, an excused absence will be given, but time missed must be made up to the satisfaction of the teacher concerned. Students who fail to make up time missed during an excused absence will not be given credit for summer school. Unexcused Absences When a pupil is absent from school for any reason other than personal illness or extreme family emergency, the absence will be unexcused. Unexcused absences include the following: truancy. skipping classes, dental appointments, running errands, and any other absence for reasons other than personal illness or extreme family emergency. Students whose absences are unexcused will be automatically dropped from our rolls without refund of tuition. 12Make-up Work Make-up work will be scheduled by the principal. Student Textbooks Textbooks are furnished at no expense to students. Students are encouraged to use their textbooks. These textbooks will show wear due to normal use. fee for books damaged through misuse. Students will be assessed an appropriate Each book should be evaluated for previous damage. identified on the textbook evaluation card. Previous damage should be School Bookstore The bookstore will be closed during summer school. Please purchase school supplies before summer school begins (pen, pencils, paper). Library Use Closed during summer program. Lunch Lunch will not be served, child to eat during recess. You may wish to send a snack with your Illness or Injury at School If a student is injured or becomes ill at school, he/she is to report to his/her teacher and ask for a pass to come to the health room. his/her parents. If necessary, the principal will try to contact All students who are injured and become ill must check out through the office before leaving school. Students needing medication while at school must have a statement or permission signed by the parent/guardian. A prescription bottle with the student's name and dosage is required and should be left in the school health room. Remember, it is necessary that we know where to reach you at all times at home and at work. 13Fire Drill Students are informed and instructed by each teacher for the correct route and procedure to follow during a fire drill or actual evacuation, below. The correct evacuation procedure is listed 1. A bell with a continuing series of short intermittent rings signals a fire drill. 2 . The teacher should be the last to leave the room after he/she closes windows and door. 3. Lines to and from the safety area are to be single file. 4 . Drills are to be orderly in leaving and returning to the building. 5. Rolls should be checked by each teacher or through a buddy system as soon as the safety area is reached. 6. All lines are to stay clear of traffic areas of fire trucks and other vehicles. 7. One long ring indicates students are to return to class. Tornado Drill The intercom system will be used when there seems to be a need for safety measures to be undertaken. drill or alert, please observe the following: When you hear a tornado 1. Move in an orderly manner away from glass areas such as windows, doors, etc., to a distance of 10 feet or more. Students in portable buildings are to come indoors to a designated area. 2. Keep face turned away from glass area. 3 . Move to an inner wall of the classroom. 4 . Crouch low or sit next to inner walls. 5 . If nothing better, keep below school desk top as these will protect some. 6. Do not run outside seeking another building or person. 7. Buses should stop in open areas and if time, seek protection in ditches or low areas. 148. stay clear of power lines and electrical wiring. 9. Teachers, always know how many students you have in your area or on your bus. 10. Open a classroom door to remove a possible vacuum buildup. 11. You should remain in the safety situation until an all-clear is given by someone in some way. 12. Keep calm, quiet, and listen so you can detect falling debris and hear instructions being given. Do not strike matches or use lighter if dark. Gas could be leaking. 15STUDENT CONDUCT The following section reflect the expectations of the Little Rock Community and the statues of Arkansas for student discipline. These expectations include respect for public property and property of other students, an interpretation-free environment where students can learn, and an environment which is healthy and safe. expectations. of fairness. The written rules are an effort to specify these The disciplinary rules are written with the intent Students who fail to comply with these disciplinary guidelines will be processed in a consistent manner as outlined in this section. Incentives for Good Student Behavior It is important to recognize the correct behavior exhibited by a large number of students. Throughout the summer school session, good behavior and good scholastic achievement will result in special rewards or privileges. Students may make reward suggestions to the principal for consideration. Expected Student Behavior The following are points in the District's overall behavioral guideline: 1. Students will be inside their classroom when the tardy bell rings. 2 . Students will bring adequate school-related study materials each day and participate cooperatively and fully in the activities planned by the teacher. 3 . Students will not deface any school property. 4 . Students will comply immediately and courteously with any reasonable request of any school official. Such a request may, at the teacher's discretion, include requiring students to raise their hand to secure permission before talking or moving about the room. be made at the teacher's discretion. Additional reasonable requests may 5. Students will behave in a cooperative and non-disruptive manner at all times. 16Telephone Use of the telephone by students is limited to emergency calls and school business calls only. Calls for permission to bring homework, ride buses with friends, etc. will not be permitted. These matters should be taken care of at home. A note from the student's teacher is required during the school day before the telephone may be used. 17IMPORTANT BOARD POLICIES (in Summary Form) Truancy is defined as being absent from any class or designated area without prior permission from parents, guardians, and/or school. Students will check in and out through the principal's office, as otherwise advised by the principal, when arriving late or leaving early during the school day. or Dress Code Dress and appearance must not present health and safety hazards or cause disruptions of the educational process. Clothing which promotes student use of drugs, alcohol, and immoral behavior or which is demeaning to other students is considered inappropriate for school wear. The following guidelines will be used by all students and parents in determining appropriate dress and grooming in the school environment: 1. Dress and grooming should be in keeping with health and sanitary practices. 2. Students may not wear clothing or hair styles that can be disruptive to or hazardous in educational activities such as shop classes, lab classes, physical education, art, or in some type of job training program. 3 . Clothing, buttons, patches, jewelry, or any other items with words, phrases, symbols, pictures, or signs which are indecent, profane, or use suggestive or inflammatory words are not to be worn. 4 . Dress and grooming should not substantially disrupt the educational process. [NO] * * tank tops or underwear may be worn as outer clothing
spandex shorts may be worn in any secondary school
* shorts, including bike shorts, may be worn if they are more than three (3) inches above the knee
and 185. 6. 7 . * clothing with negative racial or gender overtones that appear to be derogatory or discriminatory may be worn. Shoes are worn as required by law. Thongs, beach footwear, slippers, or other footwear inappropriate for school are not to be worn. Caps, coats, hats, or sunglasses are not to be worn in the building. Coats may be worn in breezeways or open areas of buildings during inclement weather. Students shall not wear suggestive or revealing clothing that diverts attention from the learning process or which may lead to a student being insulted, assaulted, or approached disrespectfully. [NO] * shirts and blouses tied at the midriff, clothing with bare midriff, or clothing not properly fastened are to be worn. Final decision of any wearing apparel will be at the discretion of the principal. 19TRANSPORTATION REGULATIONS The purpose of the Transportation Department of the Little Rock School District is to provide the safest, most efficient transportation possible for those students who are to be transported between their home and school. This process is the responsibility of the entire community and requires the cooperation of all students, parents, school personnel, and citizens who drive on the streets in the presence of the school buses. Students and parents are expected to read these regulations carefully. They must be followed if we are to provide safe, efficient transportation for the students of this district. The Little Rock School District encourages any person who observes an incident jeopardizing the safety of the students on a bus to report the incident to the Transportation Department. It is helpful when a person can identify the bus by its number when making such reports. Any recommendations that will assist the department in its operation are also encouraged. The telephone number of the Transportation Department of the Little Rock School District is 570-4000. Incentive School is Mr. Floyd Cooper. The supervisor assigned to Franklin Suspension, loss of bus riding privileges, or other disciplinary sanctions may be imposed when students violate the regulations outlined. Waiting for the Bus 1. 4 . 5. Be at the bus stop ten (10) minutes before the bus is scheduled to arrive. Stand on the proper side of the street. Wait until the bus stops before crossing the street to board the bus. Ride only the bus assigned by the school principal. Respect the property rights of others. a. b. c. 6. Do not litter. Do not make unnecessary noise. Do not gather or stand on private property without permission. Make plans with your parent/guardian in case you miss the bus. 2. 3 . a. b. c. Do not hitchhike. Do not try to walk to school. Do not ride another school bus. 20The drivers have the same authority on the buses that the teachers have on the school campus. Students are under the supervision of the bus drivers and are responsible to the driver for their conduct. Bus drivers are to report student disrespect or misbehavior to principals. Students thus reported by the bus driver will be subject to disciplinary action. 21NOTE: CITIZENSHIP These rules are included in the Students Rights and Responsibilities Handbook. They are not additional rules. Building Rules: Students will: 1. Respect the rights and property of adults and students. A. Language - No cursing, teasing, arguing, namecalling, or threateningeither spoken or written. B. Keep hands and feet to yourself. C. Use your own materials. D. Do not deface or destroy school property, the property of others, or your own. 2 . 3 . 4 . 5. E. No fighting. Walk and talk quietly at all times. Leave food, gum, and toys AT HOME. Complete all assigned work. Follow any additional classroom rules. Playground Rules Students will: 1. Play in assigned areas only. 2. Come in when bell rings. 3 . Follow directions given by Campus Security Supervisor. If a student chooses to break a rule: 1st Offense: Conference/Warning by Staff Member 222nd Offense: Student/Teacher Conference 3rd Offense: Recess/Detention 4th Offense: Sth Offense: Parent/Teacher Conference Sent to Principal's Office The following behaviors are forbidden - engaging in them usually results in a short-term suspension: 1. Fighting 2. Using Profanity 3. Throwing Rocks 4 . Disrespect to Adults 23OFFENSE Fighting Verbal assault on staff Physical assault on staff Verbal assault on fellow student Possession, use, or sale of a drug or controlled substance Insubordination-failure to follow a specific instruction given by staff Possession of a firearm/weapon Leaving campus un-authorized Tn:ancy/class cuts Flagrant obscenities/profanity Public intoxication Disorderly conduct-loud, disruptive behavior Malicious mischief-playful behavior or action that inflicts injury to self, others, and/or the learning atmosphere Gambling Theft Arson Sleeping in class Destruction of school property 1st Offense Expulsion Expulsion Expulsion Warning Expulsion Suspension Expulsion Warning & Make up time loss tt Warning Expulsion Warning Warning Suspension Expulsion Expulsion Warning Expulsion When a student is expelled, no credit or refund is given. SANCTIONS 2nd Offense Suspension Expulsion Drop for non- attendance II tt Suspension Svispension Suspension Expulsion Suspension 3rd Offense Expulsion It Expulsion Expulsion Expulsion Expulsion The entire staff is charged with monitoring student behavior in assuring that a wholesome, productive, and business-like atmosphere prevails at all times during school hours. 24
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