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ALLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENT HANDBOOK

WELCOME to Allen School! We hope you have a great and productive school year. This is your school so take pride in it by always taking care of all school property. We hope that you will be proud to say, “This is my school!”

Put forth your best effort at all times in your classes. Be courteous, considerate, and thoughtful of other students and your teachers. School is what we make it.

This student handbook has been prepared so that you and your family may have an understanding of some of the rules and customs of the Allen Elementary School.

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ALLEN SCHOOL SONG

We’re loyal to you Allen High We’re steadfast and true Allen High

We’ll give you a hand You’re the best in the land

And we’ll stand by you till we die. Rah! Rah!

We’re loyal to you Allen High

We’re steadfast and true Allen High Our team is so fine

Come on you Mustangs and hit that line For dear ‘ole Allen High.

Rah! Rah! _____________________________________________

BOARD OF EDUCATION of ALLEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Robert Hammonds, President Jeff Maloy, Vice President

Cindy Davis, Clerk Frayne Black, Member

Chad Goodson, Member

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ALLEN SCHOOL ADMINISRATIVE STAFF Dr. Bill Caruthers, Allen School Superintendent……857-2417

Mr. Greg Mills, Dean of Students…..857-2419 TOLL-FREE PHONE NUMBER 1-888-607-2505 FAX 580-857-2636

2016-2017 School Hours

Students may arrive on campus at 8:00 a.m.

School Buses arrive at 7:50 a.m.

All classes begin at 8:10 a.m.

School dismisses at 3:30 p.m.

Buses leave school at 3:35 p.m.

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2016-2017 School Calendar

August 2016 18 First Day of School Class begins at 8:10 a.m.

September 2016 2 No School 5 No School – Labor Day 15 Parent-Teacher Conferences 3:30-9:30 p.m.

1st -6th Grade grades can be viewed online all year. Link to grades on school’s web site: www.allen.k12.ok.us 16 No School October 2016 20 No School – Fall Break 21 No School – Fall Break 24 No School – Fall Break

November 2016 21 – 25 No School Thanksgiving Holiday

December 2016 16 End of Second Nine Weeks & First Semester 19 – 30 No School Christmas Holiday

January 2017 2 No School Christmas Holiday 3 Classes Resume (Tuesday) 16 No School February 2017 3 No School 10 No School 17 No School 24 No School March 2017 2 Parent-Teacher Conferences 3:30-9:30 p.m. 3 No School 10 No School 13 – 17 No School Spring Break

April 2017 14 No School – Good Friday 17 No School – Easter Holiday 21 No School 28 No School May 2017 5 No School 12 No School 16 Last Day of School End of Fourth Nine Weeks & Second Semester

20 High School Graduation Saturday, 10:00 a.m.

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2016-2017 School Supplies 1st Grade Crayons – 3 boxes (16 ct.) Clorox/Disinfectant Wipes - 1 White School Glue-4 oz. bottle Cap Erasers – 2 packages School Box – 2 boxes Glue Sticks – 8 Markers – 2 sets Water Color Paints – 1 set Ruler (inches & centimeters) Backpack – no wheels #2 Ticonderoga Pencils – 3 pkgs. Kleenex - 2 boxes Scissors – 1 pair Copier Paper – 1 ream Plastic Folders – 2 (1 red, 1 blue) Primary Composition Book – $2 School Planner - $3 Zipper Pouches – 2 (Flashcards/Math facts)

2nd Grade Crayola Brand Crayons – 3 boxes, 16 ct. Cap Erasers – 2 pkgs. Ruler – 1 (inches & centimeters) Backpack – no wheels Glue Sticks – 2 #2 Ticonderoga Pencils – 24 ct. Kleenex – 2 boxes School Box Primary Composition Book – $2 Spiral 1 Subject Notebook - 1 Plastic Folders – 2 orange (with brads) Scissors – 1 pair Highlighter - 1 Crayola Brand Markers – 1 pkg. Clorox Wipes – 1 (boys only) Dry Erase Markers (1 pkg. fine point & 1 pkg. chisel point)

Copy Paper – 1 ream (girls only) Clear Sleeve Protectors (20 ct.) – (girls only)

Plastic Binder Pockets – 1 pkg. – (boys only)

3-Ring, 1-inch Binder – solid color (NO TRAPPER KEEPERS)

3rd Grade Cap Erasers – 2 pkgs. Glue Stick – 1 large Crayola Crayons – 24 ct. Wide Ruled Notebook Paper - 1 pkg. Ruler (inches & centimeters)

Kleenex – 3 boxes Scissors – 1 pair Crayola Colored Pencils – 1 pkg. 12 ct. Small Pencil Box – 1 Spiral 1 Subject Notebook – 2 (wide-ruled) Dry Erase Markers – 2 pkgs. Red Ink Pens – 3 (no felt tips) Copier Paper – 1 ream Binder Zipper Pouch - 1 #2 Ticonderoga Pencils – 24 ct. Roll of paper towels – 1 (girls only) Backpack – no wheels Paper Towels (girls only) Clorox Wipes - 1 (boys only) 2-pocket Glossy 3-hole Presentation Folders – 4 Durable Plastic 1” 3-ring Binder – 1 (NO TRAPPER KEEPERS)

4th, 5th, 6th Grades Red Ink Pens – 5 Cap Erasers – 1 dozen Highlighter – 1 (Reading) Pocket Folders with fasteners – 6 Spiral Notebooks – 2 (Reading & Science)

Kleenex – 3 boxes Clorox Wipes - 1 Scissors – 1 pair (not child size) #2 Ticonderoga Pencils Colored Pencils – 1 set Wide Ruled Notebook Paper Copier Paper – 2 reams Backpack – no wheels 4th Grade Recorder for Music ($4.25) or by at Ada Music Store Crayons – 1 box (Reading) Clipboard (Reading) Elmer’s Glue – 1 bottle Composition Notebook – 1 (Math)

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VISION STATEMENT

We the students, parents, teachers, and members of the community of Allen, believe that each child is a valuable, unique individual.

We at Allen Elementary are dedicated to providing a variety of teaching methods and learning experiences well founded in basic academic skills.

We strive to create a positive, motivational environment to promote strong values and morals in lifelong, successful, self-disciplined learners.

MISSION STATEMENT

We the students, parents, teachers, and members of the community of Allen, believe our mission is to: *Use a variety of teaching methods founded in basic academic skills. *Create a positive, hands-on, lifelong, self-disciplined learning environment that meets individual needs. *Keep an open communication policy to encourage community support and involvement.

GOAL STATEMENTS

We the students, parents, teachers, and members of the community of Allen, believe our goals are to ensure our students’ ability to:

1. Use effective leadership and group skills to develop and manage personal and job-related relationships.

2. Use available resources to identify problems, make effective decisions and solve the problem.

3. Become citizens who contribute their time, energy, and talents to improve the world around them.

4. Participate effectively with others in a variety of social and cultural groups.

5. Use a set of basic academic skills including effective communication in speech and writing, the ability to read, effective listening, and to perform basic arithmetic and geometric operations.

6. Formulate positive core values in order to create options, take responsibilities for pursuing these goals, monitor, and evaluate individual progress.

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THE “GREAT EXPECTATIONS” AT ALLEN SCHOOL

ALLEN SCHOOL CREED We are the Mighty Mustangs!

We believe in ourselves and others. There is nothing we cannot do if we work together!

We believe in kindness and compassion. We treat others as we want to be treated.

We respect the right to learn for ourselves and others. We value each other as individuals – unique and special.

We ARE the Mighty Mustangs!

GREAT EXPECTATIONS FOR LIVING We are educators who help students achieve excellence by guiding them

in adhering to the following EIGHT EXPECTATIONS FOR LIVING:

We will value one another as unique and special individuals.

We will not laugh at or make fun of a person’s mistakes nor use sarcasm or putdowns.

We will use good manners, saying “please,” “thank you,” and “excuse me” and allow others to go first.

We will cheer each other to success.

We will help one another whenever possible.

We will recognize every effort and applaud it.

We will encourage each other to do our best.

We will practice virtuous living, using the Life Principles.

WEEKLY LIFE PRINCIPLES AT ALLEN SCHOOL:

Attentiveness Empathy Integrity Respect

Citizenship Esprit De Corps Obedience Responsibility

Compassion Etiquette Optimism Self-Discipline

Cooperation Forgiveness Orderliness Service

Courage Fortitude Patient Sincerity

Courtesy Friendship Patriotism Temperance

Dedication Generosity Perseverance Thankfulness

Dependability Giving Problem Solving

Truthfulness

Effort Gratefulness Resiliency Virtue

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PREREQUISITES FOR ATTENDANCE AT ALLEN SCHOOL 1. BIRTH CERTIFICATES - State law requires birth certificates to be

presented upon entering the school for the first time. 2. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER -Students’ social security card must be

presented at enrollment. 3. IMMUNIZATIONS- Immunization records certified by a physician or

health department must be presented prior to admission, and must be in compliance with state requirements.

4. VISION SCREENING – The guardian of students in Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, or 3rd grade shall provide certification of a vision screening to school personnel.

5. PROOF OF PHYSICAL ADDRESS. CUMULATIVE RECORDS

A cumulative record is kept for each student. This record will contain information that is pertinent or required for enrollment in our school.

ADDRESS CHANGE Parents shall report any change in address or phone number to the office.

DAILY GOING-HOME ROUTINE Each student must have a consistently regular going-home from school routine. Well established going-home routines insure a child’s safety and lessens miscommunication. Frequent changing of going-home plans will not be accepted. If a change in going-home plans occurs, due to an emergency, the guardian will contact the elementary office staff. Only family emergencies will warrant parents notifying school by telephone. For student’s safety, frequent changing of going-home plans will not be accepted.

WITHDRAWALS / LEAVING THE DISTRICT When a parent/guardian withdraws their child from school, the following is required in order for school records to be forwarded to the next school: 1) Notify the school at least one day in advance; 2) Turn in all textbooks, library books, uniforms; 3) Clear all financial obligations with the cafeteria, library and the After School Program.

CLOSED CAMPUS Allen Elementary School has a closed campus. Students are allowed to leave the campus only by following the check-out procedure. A parent or guardian must come to the office and sign out the student with the secretary or principal. The closed campus policy has a paramount goal: The safety and welfare of students.

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INCLEMENT WEATHER

The decision to close school because of inclement weather or student safety will be made by the superintendent of schools. Announcements of school closing will be released to the media in the Allen area as soon as possible. Allen School families will be notified by phone through the school’s mass communication system.

EMERGENCY DRILLS

Procedures to follow in case of fire, tornado, or other emergencies are posted in all classrooms. Teachers are required to read and explain the procedures to all classes.

FIELD TRIPS

During the school year, field trips may be taken as part of the curriculum. Students must have parental-signed permission slips and follow teacher’s guidelines in order to participate in educational trips.

SCHOOL SPONSORED ACTIVITIES

For the safety and supervision of all children while attending a school sponsored activity, students will sit as a group with their sponsor/teacher. If a parent chooses to check their child out of school during the school activity, parent must check out through the sponsor/teacher or the elementary office. Upon check out, the parent is responsible for the child’s behavior and conduct.

NON-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

The school assumes no responsibility for information or management non-school activities, such as scouts, non-school related sports, etc.

INSURANCE Allen Public School, by law, is unable to provide health and accident insurance for students. Allen School is not responsible for accidents or injuries that occur at school or at school sponsored activities.

SCHOOL ATTENDANCE AND TARDIES When a student is absent from school, the parent/guardian should call the elementary principal’s office or send a note explaining the student’s absence, or bring notification of a medical appointment. In order to receive credit for the semester a student may not be absent more than ten (10) days. Unavoidable emergencies may result in

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exceptions to this policy. The School Attendance Committee will determine approval or non-approval of excessive absences. According to Oklahoma School law, a parent or guardian may be fined for failure to keep their children in school until they are past their 18th birthday. Students who are not present at least eighty percent (80%) of the time may be reported to the Department of Human Services.

EXCUSED ABSENCE Each student regularly enrolled in Allen Public School is expected to attend school every day that the school is in session. An excused absence is an absence reported to the elementary office for one of the following reasons:

(1) Personal illness, (2) Death in the family, (3) Medical appointments, (4) Family emergencies, or (5) Authorized participation in school sponsored activities (i.e. athletic competitions, academic competitions, field trips)

UNEXCUSED ABSENCE An absence for any reason other than those listed for excused absences will be unexcused.

TARDY TO SCHOOL All students are to be on time to class. Repeated tardiness to school will be counted as unexcused. Three unexcused tardies result in an unexcused absence for one day.

TARDY BETWEEN CLASSES DURING THE SCHOOL DAY Students are to be on time to each class during the school day. The consequence for a student who receives four or more unexcused tardies between classes will be assigned detention. Failure to attend assigned detention will warrant In-School Suspension.

TEXTBOOKS, EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS, LIBRARY BOOKS Students are responsible for all school property assigned to them. Students must pay for assigned school items that are lost or damaged. All library books must be turned in by the due date to keep library privileges. When students leave the school at the end of the year or permanently, grades and records will be held until all school items are returned or compensation received.

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HOMEWORK Students are given assignments and usually are given class time to work. If homework is not finished, it may be taken home to complete. Homework received after the due date may not receive full value and may not be accepted. Homework missed due to an excused absence must be made up. Students will be given one school day for each day absent to make up assignments. Work is due immediately for all days of absence at the end of this time. Students are to make an effort to obtain homework during extended absences.

REPORT CARDS & CONFERENCES A vital part of Allen School education program is the home-school communication concerning student progress in school. Parents can monitor their child’s academic progress online through the school’s gradebook website. A grade average is always displayed for all core curriculum in grades 1st – 6th. Students in Pre-K and Kindergarten will receive progress and report cards. Parent-Teacher conferences will be scheduled by the teachers for the dates listed on the calendar; however, parents are always welcome to initiate a conference with the teacher by contacting the school office for an appointment.

GRADING SCALES FOR PRE-K – 6TH 90 – 100 . . . .A 60 – 69 . . . .D Satisfactory Progress . . . . .S 80 – 89 . . . . .B 0 – 59 . . . . .F Unsatisfactory Progress . .U 70 -79 . . . . . .C Mastery . . .M In Progress . . . . . . . . . . . . IP Incomplete . . . . . . . . . . . . . I

ACADEMIC PROGRESS & GRADES Students’ academic progress can be monitored online by parents through the school’s website: www.allen.k12.ok.us. Parents may contact the elementary office for assistance in accessing report card information. Pre-K & Kindergarten nine-week and 4 ½ week progress reports will be sent home.

HONOR ROLL

At the end of each nine weeks, honor rolls will be published. Students earning all A’s will be listed on the Superintendent’s Honor Roll. Student’s earning all A’s & B’s will be listed on the Principal’s Honor Roll.

PROMOTION & RETENTION OF STUDENTS In general, students will be placed at the grade level to which they are best adjusted academically, socially, and emotionally. As a usual practice, students will spend one year in each grade. A small number of students, however, may benefit from staying another year in the same grade. Such retention may be considered when: (1) The student is in grades Pre-K – 2nd grade or, on very rare occasion when the student is in grades 3-6. (2) The student is achieving significantly below ability

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and grade level. (3) Retention would not cause an undue social or emotional adjustment. (4) Retention would have a reasonable chance of benefiting the student totally. (5) Failure to attend school. The following will be the procedure for deciding retention or promotion: 1. The student’s parent or teacher or a placement committee may recommend

that a student be retained. 2. The parent, if dissatisfied with the recommendation, may appeal the

decision by complying with the district’s appeal process (appeal process is through the board of education).

3. The decision of the board of education is final. 4. The parent may prepare a written statement to be placed in and become a

part of the permanent record of the student stating the parent’s reason(s) for disagreeing with the decision of the board.

(70 O.S.§ 24-114.1, 70 O.S. §11-103.6, Allen Board of Education Policy EIA)

5. Only in unusual circumstances should a student be retained for more than once.

ACADEMIC DETENTION Students who fail to satisfactorily complete academic coursework will be assigned academic detention. The time of day and the day of the week for Academic Detention will be determined by the principal.

OKLAHOMA SCHOOL TESTING PROGRAM The Oklahoma School Testing Program measures competencies in certain state mandated grades. The academic assessments represent the skills and knowledge which statewide committees of educators and parents determine to be most important for students to master. OSTP Information is kept in each applicable student’s cumulative folder.

PROFICIENCY BASED PROMOTION/ACCELERATION Upon request, a student will be given the opportunity to demonstrate proficiency in one or more areas of the core curriculum. Students scoring 90% or better on a proficiency assessment for the next level of study, may advance the level tested. Request for testing must be received two weeks prior to the end of a semester.

AWARDS Students at Allen may be eligible for academic awards based on scholarship, citizenship, leadership, sportsmanship, perfect attendance.

CURRICULUM Curriculum Guides, Curriculum Plans for Improvement, and School Board Policy Manuals are on file and are accessible to the public.

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STUDENT TRANSPORTATION WALKERS OR PARENT DROP OFF

When walking to school or dropped off at school, students may arrive at 8:00, unless they are enrolled and attending the Before School Program. When walking to or from school, students should remain on sidewalks or walk on the right side of the street, not in other people’s yards. Parents should advise their children not to accept rides, clothing, gifts, pills, food, drinks, etc. from strangers. It is best if students have a definite route to follow to and from school that is agreed on by both parents and students.

BICYCLE RIDERS

Bicycles should be in good condition and meet all safety requirements. Riders should know and observe all traffic laws. Bicycles are to be parked upon arrival at school and not be ridden again until after school. Bikes should be walked on and off the school grounds. Allen School will not be responsible for stolen bikes. Padlocks should be used on bicycles to prevent theft.

SCHOOL BUS PASSENGERS 1. Use safe route in walking to and from the bus stop. Walk facing traffic if at

all possible. 2. Be on time to catch the bus. Student must be at the bus stop when the bus

arrives. 3. Always use the handrail when getting on or off the school bus. 4. Be seated immediately, and keep the aisle clear. 5. Keep all parts of the body inside the bus at all times. 6. Do not throw things out of the bus windows. 7. Do not eat or drink while on the bus. 8. Do not be loud or boisterous. 9. No horseplay is allowed on the school bus. 10. When unloading always walk to the front of the bus and wait for the driver

to motion you across the street. 11. Do not walk behind the bus when it is loading or unloading.

PENALTIES FOR MISCONDUCT ON THE BUS INCLUDE:

First offense: A warning. Second offense: Loss of bus riding privileges.

BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM

Parents may enroll their child in Allen School’s Before & After School Program.

The cost is $1.00 per morning and $1.00 per afternoon, and must be paid in

advance of attending. Enrollment forms are available in the school office. In

order for students to attend the program, parents must submit enrollment forms,

be accepted, and place funds on account. Contact the school office for more

information and hours of operation.

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MONEY/VALUABLES

Students are cautioned to not bring large sums of money or valuable items to

school. Leave items considered to be a distraction at home.

LOST AND FOUND

Articles found on school property should be turned in to the office. Students

who lose articles may check with the office. At the end of the school year,

unclaimed articles will be given to a charitable organization. Label all personal

property. Leave unnecessary items at home.

BREAKFAST AND LUNCH

Breakfast and lunch are provided for the benefit and convenience of students

and parents. Students and adults pay for their meals in advance. Contact the

supervisor of the Allen School cafeteria for meal prices.

Families may apply for free or reduced meals, by filling out an application. If

the application is approved, the assistance for reduced or free meals will take

effect upon date of approval.

PARTIES

Four parties are allowed in the classroom each year, at the teacher’s discretion.

Holidays that may be observed with a party are Halloween, Christmas, Valentine’s

Day, and Easter. Date and time of allowed parties will be determined by the

school administration. No other parties are allowed.

SCHOOL DELIVERIES

Parents are encouraged to show consideration to their child’s classmates in

regards to deliveries at school class parties; e.g., the Valentine’s parties. In our

school setting, this is an opportunity for our students to show all of their

classmates kindness, friendship, and be an encouragement to one another.

Parents and students are asked to consider this endeavor when sending or

bringing deliveries to the school. Deliveries that include something for everyone

in the homeroom class versus a delivery for only one student or a select few

students would support our efforts to make these times enjoyable for all the

students.

Some suggestions for Valentine’s party deliveries are snacks and refreshments

for all, small floral or holiday candies for each student, or small novelty items for

all the class members. Parents may call the elementary office to receive

information about the number or students in their child’s home room class for

purposes of deliveries to school.

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VISITATION PROCEDURES

All parents and other adults are invited to come to school at any time. For the

safety of all students and staff, visitors must report to the office upon arrival, and

receive permission to enter the hallway or classroom.

Parents are welcome to volunteer or assist in a teacher’s classroom.

Parents must make prior arrangement with the principal and teacher.

Students are not allowed to bring visitors to school due to lack of space and

the interruption of classroom instruction and routines.

TELEPHONE

Students must have permission from teachers or office personnel to use the

telephone. Outgoing calls are to be made only in cases of emergency such as

illness. Permission to visit friends does not constitute an emergency. Students

will be called to the telephone only in cases of emergency. Students and their

families are to make before-school, and after-school arrangements prior to

coming to school, not during the school day. Parents are not to call students or

ask office personnel to deliver messages unless it is an emergency.

CELL PHONES / ELECTRONIC DEVICES

Student cell phones and other electronic devices are not allowed during the

school day, or at school related events. Student cell phones or electronic devices

will be turned in to the elementary office, and may be picked up by the student’s

parent. Further violations will result in devices remaining in the office and

returned to parent at the end of the semester.

NO GUM

Careless disposal of gum presents sanitation and cleaning problems, along with

costly repairs. Therefore, gum is not permitted at school.

SCHOOL DRESS

Appearance is an important factor in school. A reputation is gained by the

effect of appearance and actions. Proper dress and good grooming are important

because of the effect dress has upon one’s own attitudes and actions. Apparel,

accessories, or unnatural appearances that are considered inappropriate, a

distraction, or disruptive by the administration are not allowed in the educational

setting of school, and at school related events and activities.

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SAFETY RULES BUILDING & HALLWAYS

Students will walk in the hall and on stairways, and will use courtesy when

passing others in the hall. Students will speak using a quiet voice in hallways and

restrooms. Student’s behavior in restrooms and hallways will be courteous and

appropriate for the indoor setting. Students will follow directions of school staff

that monitor the hall.

CAFETERIA

Students will follow directions from those supervising. Students will talk with a

quiet voice, show courteous behavior toward others, and display suitable conduct

while in the cafeteria.

To promote lifelong healthy eating habits for all, and to conform to the federal

school nutrition dietary guidelines, foods with minimal nutritional value will not

be offered or consumed during the school day and at meal times. Carbonated or

highly caffeinated drinks, candy, and foods of minimal nutritional value will not

be brought into the cafeteria. No glass containers are allowed in the cafeteria.

SAFETY RULES – PLAYGROUND

Outdoor play is a part of the total program planned for students. The

playground is an ideal place for students to practice sharing, demonstrate

friendliness, and develop cooperation skills. Students need to dress appropriately

for the weather. Sending a jacket for changes in the day’s weather will insure

your child’s comfort.

Playground supervision is provided at designated times. No fighting, rough

play, or rock throwing is allowed. Students are to dispose of litter in trash

receptacles. Students are to follow the playground monitor’s directions and are

to play in assigned areas of the playground.

SCHOOL BULLYING ACT

Acts of harassment, intimidation, or bullying by students at school or at school

related activities is prohibited. The School Bullying Prevention Act prohibits such

acts by means of gesture, verbal, written, or electronic communication, or a

physical act that threatens to harm or damage another student’s property, place

another student in reasonable fear of harm, or in such a way as to disrupt the

educational setting of the school. The school guidelines for students discipline

will cover any acts of bullying.

GANG RELATED BEHAVIORS

Students will not use or bring gang affiliation on the school campus. This

includes the use of hand signals/ gestures, gang affiliated clothing, such as,

sagging pants, logos, symbols, or related paraphernalia.

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WEAPONS AND DANGEROUS INSTRUMENTS A student shall not knowingly possess, handle, or transmit any object that can

reasonably be considered a dangerous weapon as defined by the laws of the State of

Oklahoma. Examples of this would include knives, guns, or other weapons, dangerous

instruments, fireworks, or any other object that can reasonably be considered a weapon.

Disciplinary actions will be taken by the proper school officials, regardless of whether state

or federal charges result, if the misconduct occurs during the school hours, on school

property, or at any school sponsored activity.

It is a violation of federal law to bring a firearm on or within 1,000 feet of school

property. Violators are subject to imprisonment for up to five (5) years, a $5,000 fine, or

both fine and imprisonment. Violators will be prosecuted to the full extent allowed by law

and/or may be suspended by the principal or superintendent for a period not to exceed

the current school semester and the succeeding semester. Any such suspension may be

appealed to the Board of Education of the Allen School District. The principal shall also

notify the appropriate law enforcement agencies of students in violation of this regulation.

Those students will not only be liable to the local school district but also to the state and

federal authorities.

DISCIPLINE POLICY One of the goals of Allen School is to provide a safe, orderly environment that is

conductive to optimal learning.

TEACHER AUTHORITY

The teacher is charged with the responsibilities of quality instruction in the

classroom and is given the authority to discharge that responsibility. The teacher

may administer or prescribe punishment consistent with school policy and posted

classroom policy up to, but not including suspensions from school or class.

However, the teacher may recommend suspension of a student to the principal.

Students are reminded that the teacher has control over them at school

functions. Any refusal to obey a request or demand of a teacher will be

considered a serious violation.

A positive school environment is the responsibility of all who work in the

school. A school that provides opportunities for students to learn concepts,

practice skills, and experience some degree of academic success tends to have

fewer discipline problems. Student behavior problems are looked at as a

symptom of other problems. Emphasis is on positive behavior and rewarding such

behavior as well as practicing preventative measures.

I. Teachers will establish written guidelines for classroom discipline and the

procedures. These rules will be communicated to students and families.

II. Administrative Involvement with Discipline of Students:

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1. Informal Talk A school official (teacher, administrator or counselor) will talk

to the student and try to reach an agreement regarding how the student

should behave. Parents may be notified it necessary.

2. Conference A formal conference is held between the student and one or

more school officials. During this conference, the students must agree to

correct the behavior. This action will be recorded in the student’s file. Parents

will be contacted if deemed necessary by the principal.

3. In-School Suspension A student may be assigned in-school suspension

ranging in time from one-hour to 10 days. In-school suspension will be

assigned only by the administration. Parents are notified by telephone,

personal contact, letter, or certified letter. A conference may be conducted

between the student, his/her parent(s), appropriate school personnel, and any

other individuals concerned. This action will be recorded in the student’s file.

4. Corporal Punishment: Corporal Punishment is to be administered in

compliance with school board policy. If a parent does not wish their child be

paddled, they must submit a written and signed statement to the principal’s

office to that effect. In these cases, suspension will be used instead of

paddling.

5. Short-Term Suspension from School. A student may be suspended from

school for up to a 10 day period by the principal. The parent(s) and student

will be notified of the suspension, the reasons and the right to appeal the

suspension to the suspension committee.

6. Long-Term Suspension from School. A student may be suspended from

school for the remainder of the current semester and the succeeding

semester. The student and the parent(s) shall be notified of the suspension,

the reasons and the right to appeal the suspension to the suspension

committee.

STUDENT APPEALS PROCEDURE

Any student suspended for 10 days or less, or the student’s parent(s), may appeal the

suspension to the respective building suspension committee. Any student suspended for

more than 10 days, or the student’s parent(s), may appeal the suspension to the local

board of education. The following procedures shall govern the appeals process:

1. The student, or the student’s parent(s), shall notify the superintendent as soon as

possible following the notice of intent to suspend of their intent to appeal the

suspension.

2. Upon receiving notice of a student’s or parent(s)’ intent to appeal, the superintendent

shall advise the suspension committee (short term) or the president of the board of

education (long term). The appeal shall be heard within 10 days from the date of

notice of intent is filed with the superintendent.

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3. During the hearing of the appeal, the student may be represented by legal counsel or

other adult representative, may examine witnesses on his/her own behalf; cross

examine opposing witnesses, and offer other evidence in his/her behalf including the

student’s own testimony.

4. The suspension committee (short term) or the board of education (long term) shall

uphold the suspension, modify the terms of the suspension, or overrule the

suspension. The student and the student’s parent(s) shall be notified within five

school days of a decision.

APPEAL FOR REINSTATEMENT: Students suspended for the remainder of a semester, or

more, may petition the superintendent for reinstatement. The superintendent may, at

his/her discretion, schedule an informal hearing with the principal. The student may

present evidence of attitude or behavior modification, which would support

reinstatement. The superintendent and principal may or may not reinstate the student.

A written report of the informal hearing will be submitted to the board of education.

SPECIAL NOTICE FAMILY RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT

The Allen School District will make no policy that violates the Family Rights and

Privacy Act of 1974. A copy of any and all of a pupil’s records will be available to

parents and/or guardians no more than fifteen (15) days after filing an official

request for such information.

Parental written consent will not be needed in order for a pupil’s folder to be

sent to another school. The school will not release the folder to any agency,

unless such agency is defined in section 438 of P.L.93-380, without written

consent.

Disclosure of records will be in accordance with 34 CFR 99.31 of the Family

Educational Rights and Privacy Regulations.

Annual notification to parents of eligible students currently in attendance must

include statement that the parent of eligible students has the following rights to:

1. Inspect and review the student’s education records.

2. Request amendment of education records to ensure that they are not inaccurate,

misleading, or in violation of the student’s privacy or other rights.

3. Consent to disclosures of information in education records, except where

consent is not required.

4. File complaints with the US Dept. of Education concerning alleged failures to

comply with confidentiality requirements.

5. Obtain a copy of local adopted policy.

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PARENTS & STUDENTS RIGHTS CONCERNING EDUCATION RECORDS

These rights are as follows:

1. Except as limited under 34CFR 99.12, parents and eligible students shall be permitted

to inspect and review the education records of the individual student.

2. Receive response to request for access to records without unnecessary delay and

before any meeting regarding an IEP or due process hearing related to the

identification, evaluation or placement of a child, in no case more than 45 days after

the request is received.

3. Receive response to reasonable requests for explanations and interpretation of the

records.

4. Request and receive a copy of records if failure to do so would effectively prevent the

parent or eligible student from exercising the right to inspect and review the records.

A minimal fee for copies of the records may be charged, if the fee does not effectively

prevent the parent or eligible student from effectively exercising their rights. Fees

may not be charged to search or retrieve education records of a student.

5. Education records shall not be destroyed if there is an outstanding request to inspect

and review these records.

6. Eligible students who are prevented from access to treatment records under

34CFR 99.3 may have those records reviewed by a physician, psychologist, or other

appropriate professional of the student’s choice.

7. Parents have the right to have their representative inspect and review the records.

“Parent” includes a student’s natural parents, guardian, relatives or stepparents with

whom a child lives, or individuals such as surrogate parents acting as a parent in the

absence of a parent or guardian. (34CFR 300.10,300.514, and 99.3)

SPECIAL SERVICES IN ALLEN SCHOOL

Many special programs are available for students with special needs including, but not

limited to: educable mentally handicapped, multi/trainable mentally handicapped,

learning disabled, and gifted/talented, JOM tutoring, speech/language therapy. For more

information or questions about specific special needs contact the principal or the school

superintendent.

ALLEN SCHOOL PROGRAM FOR THE HANDICAPPED STUDENT Under the direction of the State Department of Education, the Allen Public School system

is seeking to locate and identify all handicapped persons between the ages of birth and 21

years, who have not received 12 years of education, and who are residents of the Allen

School District. Those who might qualify for services will fall under the following

categories:

Autism Deaf-Blindness

Deafness/Hearing Impaired Emotional Disturbance

Intellectual Disability Hearing Impairment

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Multiple Disabilities Orthopedic Impairment

Other Health Impairment Specific Learning Disability

Speech or Language Impairment Traumatic Brain Injury

Visual Impairment Developmental Delay

Those who qualify may be provided some or all of the following services:

(1) Screening, (2) Education and related services evaluation, (3) Individual

education programming, (4) Related services, such as physical therapy,

transportation, (5) Referral to other agencies for assistance.

Public law 94-142 mandates that all services are provided at public school expense.

Parents are guaranteed the right to inspect all information collected and to require the

accuracy of such information. Access by an unauthorized person to information, which

would identify an individual child, without the written consent of the parent, is prohibited.

NON-DISCRIMINATION

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. 794: “No otherwise qualified

handicapped individual shall, solely by reason of this handicap, be excluded from the

participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program

or activity receiving federal financial assistance.”

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 45 U.S.C. 2000d through 2000d-4: “No person in

the U.S. shall, on the basis of race, color or national origin be excluded from the participation in, be

denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under an educational program or activity

receiving federal financial assistance.”

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1974, 20 U.S.C. 1681-1683: “No person in the

U.S. shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefits

of, or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving

federal financial assistance.”

NO CHILD LEFT BEHIND ACT OF 2001 – TEACHER CREDENTIALS

Upon parental request, Allen School will provide information regarding the

professional qualifications of their child’s teacher. The information provided will

include the teacher’s qualifying and licensing criteria for the areas of instruction

provided; related emergency or provisional criteria waived by the state:

baccalaureate degree major, graduation certification or degree, and the field of

discipline of the certification or degree.

ASBESTOS HAZARD EMERGENCY RESPONSE ACT (AHERA) OF 1986

A complete inspection for asbestos containing material (ACM) has been

completed for Allen Public Schools in February 2014, and the condition of the

materials was assessed and the quantities were re-estimated. No ACM was found

to be friable and/or significantly damaged. All ACM materials were recommended

to be maintained as they currently exist. The next AHERA re-inspection for Allen

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Public Schools is scheduled to be completed on or before February 27, 2017.

Results of the analysis and the AHERA Management Plan are available for public

review during normal school business hours in the Superintendent’s Office, and

the plans and analysis are also posted on the district website

(www.allen.k12.ok.us).

ALLEN SCHOOL DRUG-FREE PREVENTION PROGRAM

The Allen Board of Education and Administration considers the possession

and/or use of illicit drugs and/or alcohol unlawful, wrong, and harmful to the

health of students. Therefore, in order to create and manage a drug free school

environment, the following policies will be enacted: (1) Illegal drugs and/or

alcohol are prohibited on any campus of Allen School. (2) Any student using,

distributing, or harboring a controlled substance will be disciplined according to

the policies of Allen School.

USE AND POSSESSION OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS

Smoking and the use of smokeless tobacco are not permitted on any school bus,

within any building, on the athletic field, or while students are involved in any

school related activities. Students shall not have in their possession tobacco

products during school hours or at any school activity.

MEDICATION

No medication is available in the school office. Designated school personnel

may, after receiving written authorization from a parent/guardian, administer

medicine sent from home according to the directions listed on the label or as

directed by a physician. No medicine will be administered without written

permission from the parent/guardian. Student medication needs to be bottled in

its original container with clear directions for administration on the label (either

prescriptive or over-the-counter). All student medication will be kept during

school hours in the school office. Medications not picked up at the end of the

school year will be disposed of and will not be kept for the following school year.

Topical skin preparations such as Neosporin, Benadryl spray, hydrocortisone

cream, or other first aid remedies may be applied to students at the discretion of

designated employees if deemed necessary and appropriate. If parent does not

want child to receive such medications, the parent must notify the school

administration at the beginning of each school year in writing.

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Self-Administration of Inhaled Asthma Medication or

Other Emergency Medication

Self-administration of inhaled asthma medication by a student for treatment of

asthma is permitted with a written parental and physician authorization, available

in the office. The signed statement from the prescribing physician treating the

student shall: a) verify the student has asthma; b) state the student is capable of

and has been instructed in the proper method of self-administration of the

medication; c) if prescribed, allow the student to possess at all times and use the

prescribed medication as directed.

Other emergency medications (such as glucagon or epi-pens) that must be

carried by the student will be required to have the same parent/physician

authorization completed. A return demonstration checklist will be completed

with the designated school personnel and will stay in the student’s file for the

current school year.

Permission for the student to carry the above medication(s) will be effective for

the current school year only. Parents of guardians are strongly encouraged to

provide back-up medication(s) to be stored in the office in the event the student

is without their medication(s), or if additional doses would be required in an

emergency situation. Allen School and its employees incur no liability as a result

of injury arising from the self-administration of medication by the student.

MENINGOCOCCAL MENINGITIS

School districts are to provide information about the risk of

meningococcal meningitis to parents of students in grades six through high

school (SB 1467). Meningococcal disease is a rare but sometimes fatal

disease caused by a bacterium. Parents can get more information from

local county health departments, the National Meningitis Association

www.nmaus.org/; the Oklahoma State Department of Education

www.sde.state.ok.us/; search: Meningitis; or the Center for Disease

Control www.cdc.gov/: search: disease conditions.

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HEAD LICE

Screening for head lice will be conducted any time evidence is found of

an infestation. The parent of children with active cases will be contacted

immediately and asked to take the student home. If the parent cannot

come to school, the student will be sent home at the end of the school day

with a letter of explanation to the parent.

Information about treatment, medications, and prevention will be

provided to the parents of infested students. Parents will consult their

physician or health clinic for recommendations on head lice treatment.

The student will be readmitted to school with official notice from a

physician, medical clinic, or the State Department of Health.

Student must check in through the school office upon returning to

school and present certification of treatment. If student is checked by a

physician or at a health facility, parent must present a notice stating that

the child is no longer afflicted with head lice. Student will be inspected by

designated school personnel. Admission will be denied if the student is

found to have an active case of head lice or nits.

Allen Public Schools

Parental Authorization to Administer Medication

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To the Parent/Guardian:

Because of the legal implications involving teachers and other staff who

administer medication to children, it is required that this form be

completed by the parent, guardian, and/or physician regarding any

medication that needs to be administered during school hours. It is

understood this creates no responsibility or obligation on the part of the

school faculty and staff, but is done only as a service to the parent or

child.

If at all possible, parents are advised to give medications at home and

on a schedule other than during school hours.

It is further understood:

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a. Prescribed or over-the-counter medication must be sent in the

original medication bottle and be prescribed for the student

listed below.

b. If medication is not properly labeled, it will not be given.

c. Parent/guardian must provide ALL medication- please provide

only age appropriate medication. Dosages above the label

recommendations for the child’s age will not be administered.

d. Parent/guardian MUST sign a form for each child and for each

medication that is to be given during school hours, or

medications will not be given.

e. By signing this form, I give my consent for the designated school

employee to contact the prescribing physician to exchange

information concerning the purpose, dosage, and possible

effects of this medication.

Medical Consent Form in Elementary Office.