Little Rock Schools: Western Hills Elementary

Correspondence, news clippings, and parent-student handbook, 1990-1991
WESTERN HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4901 Western Hills Avenue Little Rock, Arkansas 72204 Western Hills Elementary School 4901 Western Hills Ave. Little Rock, Arkansas 72204 Telephone - 562-2247 Dear Parents: Weslern Hi IIw Elementary School exisls solely for Lhe bene- fil of educuLing your children. 'I'lie sliiff, building and LexL- books are provided for their educational, moral and social needs. The extent to which your children will benefit from their experience will be determined to a great extent by the interest you show in their educational program. I strongly encourage you to make frequent visits to the school, get to know the teachers, regularly attend meetings of the Parent-Teachers Association, and attend special programs in which your child may participate. We believe when you demonstrate interest in your children's education, you will find their interests will also be stimulated and they will obtain the maximum benefit from their educational experience. This handbook lias been prepared to better acquaint you with Western Hills. It contains a calendar and general in- formation. IE you have questions or suggestions that are not answered in this handbook, do not hesitate to call me (the principal). We are always looking for ways that will enable the school to better serve our students. We, the Western Hills staff, are looking forward to working with you to make this school year a valuable and enjoyable one for all of our students. Sincerely Margie Puckett Tri nd palI Lillie Rock School Oislrict SCHOOL CALENDAR 1990 1991 AUGUST S M T W T F S 1 5 6 7 8 2 3 4 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 26 21 22 23 24 25 28 29 30 31 FEBRUARY S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 @26 27 28 SEPTEMBER S M T W T F S 1 2 0 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 @25 26 27 28 29 30 OCTOBER S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 Labor Day Thanksgiving Christmas 7 8 9 10(10^13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 (H) 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Little Rock School District 810 West Markham Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 374-3361 HOLIDAYS September 3 November 22,23 December 24 - January 2 ' January 21 April 1 - 5 May 27 King's Birthday Spring Break Memorial Day TEACHER RECORDS DAYS, INSERVICE DAYS (Students not in school) August 20,21, 22, 23, 24, MARCH S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 @@30 31- APRIL S M T W T F S I 1 2 3 4 5 I 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 NOVEMBER S M T W T F S 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21|22 23|24 25 26 27 28 29 30 September 24 October 11,12,22 November 1,2 January 18 January 28 February 25 March 28,29 June 6,7 Key School Opens. Ends I I Holiday Records, Inservice Days August 20 Teachers Report to School MAY S M T W T F S 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26[^ 28 29 30 31 DECEMBER JUNE S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23'24 25 26 27 28 29)
3C'3l'| JANUARY S M T W T F S [1^]3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 (18)19 2012 iJ 22 23 24 25 26 27 @29 30 31 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 ^ (6^@ 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT CALENDAR 1990-91 August 27 September 3 September 13 October 11-12 October 22 First day of school for students Labor Day Holiday Open House AEA Convention (Thursday & Friday) Teacher Inservice - Students don't attend November 1 November 2 November 22-23 December 21 January 3 January 18 January 21 January 28 February 25 March 28 March 29 April 1-5 May 27 June 5 Teacher Record Day - Students Out Parent Conference Day - Students Out Thanksgiving Holidays (Friday) Christmas Holidays begin at end of day Schools Reopen Teacher Record Day - Students Out Martin Luther King Holiday Inservice Days - Students Out Inservice Days - Students Out Teacher Record Day - Students Out Parent Conference Day - Students Out Spring Vacation Memorial Holiday Last day for studentsWESTERN HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DAILY SCHEDULE 7:00 - 7:45 Care 7:30 - 7:45 Bus Students Arrive * 7:45 7:45 - 8:00 First Bell Rings (Students may go to classroom) Bookstore (Students wishing to buy supplies may do so between 7:45 - 8:00) * 8:00 Classes begin (Students not in the classroom at 8:00 will be tardy) 9:45 - 10:00 * Recess - Kindergarten, First, Second 10:05 - 10:20 * Recess - Third, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth Lunch Periods: 11:45 - 12:30 * Lunch, Kindergarten, First, Second 12:30 - 1:15 * Lunch, Third, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth * 2:30 Get Ready For Dismissal * 2:35 DismissalWe believe in children.. WE BELIEVE IN CHILDREN CHILDREN COME FIRST in their touch, hope in their attitude. . There is faith in their eyes, love at life's joy. run with them through tall close in tragedy. We thrill with them grasses, and hold them We believe in children... the fragile dream of yesterday, life's radient reality today. tomorrow. and the vibrant stuff of Yes, we believe in children, for wherever mountain village, industrial we go, to day's children at work in center, or open country, we find yester- the building of a better tomorrow. Our Philosophy - The entire staff at Western Hills is dedicated to helping each child develop his or her fullest potential. believe the elementary years are "formative We Often., the child's future years of education. termined by the success success or frustration in school is deWe want to be sure or lack of success of those early years. our children feel good about school, about their teachers and friends, but most importantly about themselves. We strive to develop in the child a positive self-concept, social awareness, and the ability to apply academic skills real life situations in our a better toward ever changing society. Organization - Western Hills is tentatively scheduled to have 2 Kindergarten classes, 2 first year classes, 2 second year classes, 2 third year classes, 2 fourth year classes. and 2 sixth year classes. 2 fifth year classes Curriculum of The curriculum at Western Hills is an organized series experiences which have been decided of children and which upon in terms of the needs velopment toward desirable goals. provide for their continuous growth and deCurriculum (continued) The staff is aware that each child is unic|ue. Our teachers dedicated to helping each child develop are a The staff is loyal, friendly and understanding. positive self image. together, sharing materials and ideas of the children in mind. Teachers work well - always keeping the welfare Special personnel ties . are provided to enhance pupil learning opportuniThese include a resource teacher. a speech therapist. a music teacher. teacher, art teacher, a nurse, a librarian, a library clerk, reading instructional assistant that teaches physical education, math teacher, computer aide and our retary. super school sec- GENERAL POLICIES We will show respect to our principal, teachers, and cafeteria staff at all times. secretary, custodians We respect school property. When we arrive late or early, we should check in at the school office. If we need to take medicine (aspirin, cough drops, prescriptions) parents must contact the school. our We will take all school notes home and it is required, we will be sure to bring back give them to our parents. If a signed return slip. We will bring money to school only when we have something to buy.We wil J.. , . SCHOOL walk in the sch 1 building keep our hands off of the walls not touch the bulletin boards stay alert for doors being opened talk quietly so we do not disturb other classes CLASS AREAS In addition to the rules unique to each teacher and class areas, will observe the following reles: we We will... ask for teacher's permission to leave the class respect the rights and property of others respect school property keep our work and desks neat and orderly be respectful to whomever is speaking in class and not interrupt conduct ourselves so we do not disturb others who are working INDOOR FREE PLAY We will... use quiet tone of voice play indoor games put the games up and go to our seats when recess is over receive permission from the duty teacher before we leave the class area AFTER SCHOOL We will... go directly home if we are walking or riding our bikes be sure to follow safety rules when crossing the streets not talk to strangers 4BUS AREA walk to the bus quietly quickly find our bus leave our hands to ourselves get on the bus in an orderly manner talk in a soft, quiet tone of voice bring a note from our parents if we do not ride our regular bus STUDENT CODE OF BEHAVIOR A GOOD CITIZEN A GOOD CITIZEN: Will be... Courteous Obedient Nice Honest Helpful to others Responsible Dependable Will show.. Good sportsmanship Self-control Respect to all adults Good habits of conduct Will... Take turns at all times We will.. Mind their own business Respect the rights of others Have good study habitsRESTROOMS We will . . . properly use paper towels and toilet tissue do our part to keep restrooms clean be sure to turn off water faucets not write on walls FREE PLAY We will., . only play in our assigned areas respect the rights of others and display good sportsmanship leave the playground to go to class only with the permission of the duty teacher stop activity immediately when the bell rings and get in line bring in all the play equipment enter the building quietly and go directly to class For safety reasons we will not: play tackle football fight or wrestle throw rocks roughhouse when playing games bring toy guns or knives to school This booklet has been printed to acquaint all parents and students with school policies that they are most likely to come in contact with. We encourage that if you have questions to call or come by the school for explanation. SiEXPECTATIONS FOR STUDENT BEHAVIOR IN THE LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT The Little Rock School District Board of Directors establishes the following levels of student behavior expectations. It is the intent of the Little Rock School District Board of Directors to extablish these behavioral levels as a part of the necessary learning process of students. These behavioral expectations are important as desirable levels of behavior as well as being critical to students' academic development. All Students shall
(a) show respect to others and show respect for the rights of others (b) (c) (d) (e) respect the authority of school personnel behave in a courteous'manner learn and demonstrate acceptable social behavior the school and to individual classes the necessary bring t------ materials (books, pencils, paper, assignments) and to actively participate in the learning process (f) use manner appropriate personal hygiene habits and dress in a that is not disruptive to the learning environment (g) adhere to all school rules and regulationsParent Rights and Responslbllillcs Parent Involvement The policy of Western Hills Elementary School is to Inform and involve parents in the instructional process. Parents and schools are partners in helping children learn. As partners, it is essential that parents know clearly what they can expect from the schools, and, in turn, what the schools can expect of parents. As a Western Hills parent, you have certain rights which are assured through law or School Board policies. They are summarized here for your child's benefit. Student Records Rights . to review all records maintained by the schools on your child. . to expect that State and Federal regulations and laws, concerning student records, are considered applicable in the school's preparation, maintenance, and release of information contained in such records. Instructional Rights . to have a conference at mutually convenient times with your child's teachers, counselor, or principal when needed . to visit a classroom at your convenience if you have called the school first and made arrangements with the teacher or principal . to discuss items on your child's report card with appropriate school personnel . to review your school's annual plan of goals and objectives . to have your child's teacher/administrator respond to your phone calls within 24 hours and to a note within 48 hours Disciplinary Rights . to receive, upon request, a full explanation from a teacher or administrator any time your child is disciplined to receive a written notice if your child is suspended from school, including reasons for the suspension . to appeal a suspension through the appeal procedure adopted by the school board, and to be advised of that procedure by the principal . to expect the discipline code as outlined in this handbook to be consistently followedlareni Responsibilities to see that your child attends school regularly and quired by Arkansas law on time as reto provide an appropriate place quiet to study which is well lighted and to provide name and phone number where emergency to become familiar with the academic parent can be reached in an program of your child to see that homework is completed properly and on time to attend parent-teacher conferences scheduled by the expecially the first report card conference school to cooperate with school personnel in helping your child if there Ts a learning, behavior, or health problem to be familiar with grading, homework and pay for public property which is vandalism other school policies to damaged by your child through to read and/or respond to all communications from school to give input into school decisions through direct or indirect or the PTA organization support GENERAL SCHOOL INFORMATION The Little Rock School System follows a state mandate of 178 required school days. Starting and dismissal times, along with general hours are provided on the next to school any earlier than 15 , type school page. Generally, children should eating breakfast at school should minutes to the opening of school. not report Children and then go directly to the playgorund. report to the cafeteria for breakfast two weeks of school. the first bell rings. All students should Breakfast is not served the first remain on the playground until they should report to the cafetorium. If weather doesn't permit children to stay outside school If parents must leave children at any earlier than fifteen minutes IS recommended the child or children be enrolled in Children must not be left to their own supervision, full responsibility for the safety of their children prior to opening of classes, it the Day Care Program. Parents must assume prior to 7:30 a.m. J(eiier.ll School Inforinat ion (continued) After school students should go directly home and stop to play unless a note from home authorizes other wise. check, in" rather than route to and from school A direct is encouraged. should check by the office and get tardy slip before Wlienever students are tardy they going to class. Li^en to EMERGENCY CLOSINGS your radio and television for details if bad weather emergency closings. causes Please discuss do in the event now with your child where he is to go and what he is to you are not at home. Phone Directory Western Hills Elementary Western Hills Cafeteria School Nurse Little Rock School District Administrative Offices 562-2247 562-2247 562-2247 374-3361 ADMINISTRATIVE PHILOSOPHY The administration of this school administrative philosophy: promotes the following 1) A sound basic of 2) program of instruction will be the right every child attending Western Hills Elementary. Nothing at Western Hills Elementary School will be know- ng y practiced or permitted that is contrary to good safety practice -- or common sense. 3) In order to facilitate school, communications between home and the administration and teachers will, whenever possible, return all phone calls within a 24-hour and all notes within a 48-hour period, tlon of children, safety of children, a,.d involvement with and period Hence, the educa- and communication parents will serve as Che basis of- all material found in the content of this handbook.Cafeteria - Our cafeteriii serves an excellent lunch every clay. Menus arc pustecl in the cafeteria weekly. Children are encouraged, if they buy lunch, to bring lunch money on Monday for the entire week. Western Hills participates in federal lunch programs that allow for free lunches and reduced price lunches. Applications may be filled out at registration or the first day of school. Students on the free and reduced lunch program must have a new application approved. Please instruct your children on the importance of not leaving money in or on their desk. Breakfast is served between 7:15 and 7:50. Severe Weather Policy - If, during the day, weather conditions become bad enough to require closing school before the regularly scheduled time, parents should listen to the local radio and T.V. stations for details. Discipline of pupils - Students are expected to maintain all rules of the school while on school campus. Misbehavior such as fighting, pro- fanity, gross disrespect for faculty and staff will not be tolerated and will be dealt with accordingly. Students will also be required to obey any reasonable rule that the faculty or staff may enact for the health and safety and general well being of the student body. Every effort will be made to inform the students of the rules of good conduct required at school. Parents should take every opportunity to review rules of good behavior with their children, work together we will have better citizens. If home ajtd schoolMeil ication School policy forbids the giving of Internal medicine at school, unless the parent fills out a permission slip. Children should not bring medicine to school. If it is necessary for the medication to be given, please bring it to school and sign the permission slip. Safety on the Playground - Encourage your child to learn rules of good safety that will enable him/her to play safely on the school playground. On most days your children will be sent outside unless you send a note requesting that he/she remain inside during recess. Safety Measures and Precautions - Fire drills are held monthly quired by state law and periodically tornado drills are held. as re- Visits to School - We are happy to have you visit school at any time. It is important that all visitors to the school come to the office before going to any classroom. Kindergarten - Kindergarten children will attend a full day from the beginning of school. (7:55 - 2:30 p.m.). School supplies for kind- ergarten children should not be purchased until you have received IC'ter from your child's teacher. Parent-teacher conferences for kindergarten children will be held after EPSF testing. Parents will receive a letter scheduling this conference. Grade level meetings will be scheduled early in the year for parents. fiismissal - All children are dismissed at 2:3 p.m. Parents picking a children up, should use the drive into campus and pick children up on the sidewalk next to the building. Children will not be allowed to cross the drive to Melba Street unless accompanied by parent. The parking lot of the school is not designed to be used as a loading or unloading area for children. Please do not enter the parking lot except to park and enter the school. Children are Instructed to stay on the sidewalks and not cut across the parking lot.Tlie District Handbook of Rights and Responsibilities is taught the lirst two weeks of school. Parents and students will sign a letter indicating they have read and will observe all rules in the handbook. i'll is Letter will be on file in the principal's office. General policies are inserted at the end of the book. Go over these with your children. A copy of the Western Hills Discipline Plan will be sent home the first week of school for you to go over with your children. After this has been done the appropriate sheet should be signed and returned to school. Media Center - Our school library is well equipped and vital to the quality of our educational program. Pupils and parents are encouraged to use all materials and to check out books. Pupils, teachers and parents must cooperate to see that these are returned in good condition. If materials are not return, a charge will be assessed, based on the condition of the material. Check Out and In of Pupils - This is always done through the school office for the childrens protection. Especially with check outs. this is a needless interruption of the classroom that can be avoided by simply working through the school office. No student will be permitted to leave the building with any adult other than parents or guardians until proper permission is given by the parents. Keep Your Child at Home - (When you observe the following): 1, 2. 3. 4. 5. An acute cold Swollen glands or sore throat Skin rashes or sores Flushed face or other signs of abnormal tem.perature General signs of illness such as vomiting, earache, headeache, listlessness or weakness. Accidents and Illness at School - Our facilities for dealing with sick children are extremely limited. If your child becomes sick at school you will be called to pick liim/her up. in case of serious accidents. you will be called and you may cither pick your child up or somtu'ne will meet you at your doctors's olfice or hospi! '1 . .ahool is hear on Wednesday every week and every other lucsday. id I b > r^wol Supplies - On the first day of school, pupils will need to bring only paper and pencil, plies your child will need. Teachers will furnish a list of sup- school bookstore between 7:50 and 8:00 These supplies may be purchased at the a.m. dally. Mpendance - Regular attendance is a very important factor in determining a pupil's grades regardless of ability. for school attendance is the parent's. Responsibility the parent of the student should call the the reason for absence. Any time a student is absent school's office and report Students, 5-17 years old must attend school under the Arkansas Compulsory Attendance Law. Students who are excessively absent may receive in-school or class exclusion, lowered citizenship grades. suspension a referral to Pulaski County Munxcipal Court, and as a last resort, may be withdrawn from school. Only absences for illness, family principal are excepted. emergency, or approved by the Tardiness " Tardiness presents a hardship both to students and teach- ers. Please see that your children attend school and are on time. Students who this instructional time u] Excessive tardies can : are tardy in excessive amounts will be expected to make ne up at recess, the noon hour, or after school, lead to a send home. Excused Absences during school hours. - Doctor and dental appointments are not encouraged However, when it is not possible to get the appointment after school hours or on a day of early closing, then one is permitted during school hours. Children should not miss a full day of school for such an appointment. Parents should pick up and return students to class with as little time lost as possible. Pupils should be picked up by their parent or immediate family.Excuxed Absences (continued) They will be released only on written request and authorization of parents or guardian. If someone else is to pick up your child during school hours, please send written authorization. All children must be picked up in the office. No child can wait outdoors for their parent to pick them up. Parents must sign out children in the office anytime they pick up their children prior to the end of the school day. Buses - Bus service is provided by the school district as a service to parents. Impress on your children that riding the bus is a privi- lege that may be revoked if certain rules are not followed. Children that misbehave create a safety hazard for all children on the bus and wlll be dealt with accordingly. Here are some tips that will make rid- ing the bus better: 1. Go over bus rules with your children. - 2. Have children at the bus stop on time. Emphasize orderly behavior at bus stop. This is not a play time. Parties - There are two scheduled parties each year, at Christmas and Valentines Day. Room parents and the'PTA will plan the two parties with the cooperation of the classroom teacher. PTA - The Western Hills PTA is an active organization dedicated to it's goals and objectives. Teachers encourage parents to become active participants in the education of their children. Our unity is felt by all patrons, pupils and staff, and is one of our strongest assets. Four meetings are held each year. Monthly news- letters and announcements will be sent home by the children. Parent-Teacher Association Officers: President 1st Vice President 2nd Vice President 3rd Vice President Secretary Treasurer Susan Herndon Patty Hamilton Pam Lawhon Ruth Schwerin Gail Walton Carolyn BurnsPTA Meeting Dates: Open House Children's Christmas Program Founder's Day Art Show September 13, 1990 To be announced To be announced To be announced To be announced If you would like to volunteer your services to be a working member of our PTA call Susan Herndon - President. Vlps - (Volunteers in Public Schools) - We encourage parents who have the time to volunteer. To volunteer contact the school or the VIPS Chairman. You will receive communications about this periodically during the year. The VIPS chairman at Western Hills is Barbara Moore 565-5785. Home work - Western Hills Elementary follows the policy adopted by the Little Rock School District on homework. A copy of the policy is inserted at the end of this book. Read policy carefully. Students Do Have Homework. Textbooks - Students will be supplied textbook appropriate for their level of achievement. care in using them. Books are expensive and students should take Students and parents will be held responsible for replacing lost or damaged books. Children will be issued a textbook card at the beginning of the year for parents to sign and return. Withdrawals - If it is necessary to withdraw a child from school, the school should be notified at least two days in advance. We must be sure that all textbooks and library books are accounted for. We must have a written request from the parent or the parent may come in person to request a transfer for a pupil. If you send a note, please give us your complete new address, and if possible, the school that your child will be attending.Lost and Found - Please be sure that your child's name is in his clothing and lunch box. Such things are easily misplaced and labeling them will facilitate their return. Pupil Dress - Pupils behavior and conduct is reflected very much by their form of dress while in school, urge the following: Therefore, we strongly Avoid the short shorts (walking shorts - just above the knee are acceptable), bare midriff blouses or shirts, the see- through tops or shirts and uncomfortable shoes. Dress your children in school attire that is appropriate for a school I situation. Our building is completely air conditioned and very comfortable to work in. Change of Address - If you change your address or phone number. or work location, please notify the school. If an accident should occur to your child while he is in school, we want to be sure a parent or guardian can be reached without delay. School Bookstore - Many of the supplies your child will need at school school can be purchased in the school bookstore, daily from 7:45 a.m. to 8:00a.m. It is open Large amounts of money should only be sent to school when necessary. Send money to school only when it is required.NAME grade WESTERN HILLS staff LIST ei.i-^ikntaky ROOM NAME Margie puckett- principal POSITION __CQUfJi^ -V.ICKJ-__ CROSBY, LINDA K inclcrgarr en Ik 5PANN. MARILYN hill, PICOLLA SMITH, JENNIFER POUNDERS, JOAN THOMAS, SHIRLEY ANDERSON, RUTH Warren, sharon ANDERSON, FAYE -PITTS, NITA -BROWN. NANCY KELLY, HELEN ________ ERIT7.. colleen ^QRKflWHKL -NANCY brown. MARY ANN THRONEBERRY, BARBARA .SCHWERIN, RUTH HENDERSON, MARY BETH BEUHLING, CTNDY CURRY, LINDA WEEKS, PEGGY YEATMAN, JANICE DOUGLAS, SANDY Moore, Barbara HORTON, SWAYZINF hakIlR. patsy COLLINS, BETH Kindergarten 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 3. 6 -Lfhrar-i a Sft,Ediicar-tnn Reading So, Math -Counselor Music Speech Ther. ----------: Secretary Nurse Supervistnn 3 4 5 1 2 T-2 T-5 T-4 T-1 2 2. in J.ihraT-y T-3 U 11 T-3 Health Rm. Aid ! Supervision Aid - Cert. Inst. Aide I P.E. Library Clerk Gif ted/Talanted JACKSON, ClIRTTS ROBINSON, SHARON Somputer Aide ---Custodian Custodian GULLEY, IRENE DREWER, ROBERTA short, nancy Cafeteria Direc Cafeteria Cafeteria toI <I 0 3 Z 0 6 1 9 9 1 11 TO: FROM: re: date: On site FROM JOHN W.UPLKER P.fl, TO 3'10108 MEMORANDUM MR. JOHN W. 9ALKER MR. KIRK HERMAN MRS. JOY CHARLES-SPRINGER LR3D V. PC3SD - New Construction within the LRSD MARCS 5, 1991 visits to four elementary schools P. 02 (Geyer Springs, Cloverdale, Woodruff, and Western Hills) within the Little Rock District revealed substantial construction underway. Over 5.5 million dollars has been budgeted to effectuate changes in the present structures that were visited. Changes range from construction of additional classrooms, new playgrounds, parking lots, and cafeterias. Construction at all sites has been tentatively set for completion by the beginning of the new school year, August, 1991. Mr. Herman visited Woodruff and Western Hills. Cloverdale and Geyer Springs, as follows: I visited Our findings at the locations were CLOVERDALE ELEMENTARY Principal: Sadie Mitchell (black female) Current Student capacity: 400 students 75% black 25% white Current number of classrooms: 15 After construction the school will have (3 sections each of K-6) If 21" classrooms The construction will consist of "5" additional classrooms, a new playground, office, nurses station and a cafeteria to be shared with Cloverdale Jr. High School. Final student capacity (after construction): students 492 I II I ! ! 03/06x1991 1 1 i33 FROM JOHN U.WALKER P.S. PAGE TWO March 5, 1991 TO 3710100 P. 03 The only portable building at Cloverdale Elementary is the music room. High has several Cloverdale Jr. portable^, The budget between Cloverdale Elementary and Jr. High is approximately 2 1/2 million dollars. GEYER SgRlNGS BLEMSNTARY Principal: Eleanor Cox (black female) Current student capacity
200 students 76% black 24% white Current number of classrooms: 9 After construction, the school will have "23 classrooms. The construction will consist of 14 new playground and a new parking lot. new classrooms, a Final student capacity
400 Anticipated capacity next school year
326 There are currently 8 portable buildings that house the intermediate classes. There is also classroom sharing at Geyer Springs. The budget for Geyer Springs* construction has been set at 1 1/2 million dollars. i I WESTERM HILLS ELEMENTARY Principal: Margie Puckett (white female) Current student capacity
336 students 63.7% black 35.3% white .5% other The construction will consist of "IO" classrooms. additional I I II I i I I I I .1 I i 03x06/1991 11:3? FROM JOHN U,WALKER P.P, PAGE THREE March 5, 1991 TO 3'10100 P. 04 There are currently 6 portable buildings that house classes at Western Hills. The budget for Western Hills has been set at 1 million dollars. woopany? elementary Principal
Pat Higginbotham (white female) Current student capacity: unknown 80% black 20% white The construction will consist of expansion of the cafeteria. n 10 new classrooms and There are no portable buildings that house classes at Woodruff. The budget for Woodruff has been set between $800,000 and 1 million dollars. Please let us know if additional information is needed. I 1 Ia3z06-'l'?91 11:37 FROM JOHN U.UflLKEF P.A. TO 3710100 p.ai JOHN w. Walker, P.a. Law 172:3 Broadway Little Rock, Arkansas rjaw Telephone (501) 374-
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