Student Parent Handbook
Student/Parent Handbook for Valley View Primary/Intermediate School
Principal’s Message
District Mission Statement
Office Hours
Teachers’ Day is 8:35 a.m. - 3:50 p.m. Parents are requested to schedule conferences with teachers between 8:35 a.m. and 9:00 a.m., during time when the teacher does not have students for instruction, or after 3:45 p.m. It is best to call the school office and make an appointment to ensure the availability of the teacher for a conference. All teachers have been instructed not to conduct a conference at a time when they are expected to be supervising and instructing students.
Student Responsibilities
Student Well Being
Section I - General Information
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A birth certificate from the Department of Health
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Court papers allocating parental rights and responsibility, or custody (if appropriate)
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Proof of residency (2 documents)
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Proof of immunization
Medication Policy
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Parents are required to complete a Request for Administering Medications form which will be kept on file in the office before any medication will be given to a student.
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A statement signed by the prescribing physician must be on file in the office.
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The medication (prescription and non-prescription) must be received in the original container in which it was dispensed by the prescribing physician.
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The school nurse and/or principal’s designee may dispense medicine. This will not be done by classroom teachers.
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The use of inhalers and epinephrine auto injectors (a.k.a. “epi pens”) are a special circumstance. These may be kept in the possession of students if needed. The office must have the same Request for Administering Medications form on file. However, if parents wish for students to retain possession, an additional form authorizing this must also be completed. These forms are available in the office.
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Political affiliation or beliefs of the student or his/her parents.
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Mental or psychological problems of the student or his/her family.
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Sexual behavior or attitudes.
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Illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating or demeaning behavior.
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Critical appraisals of other individuals with whom respondents have close family relationships.
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Legally recognized privileged and analogous relationships, such as those of lawyers, physicians, or ministers.
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Religious practices, affiliations, or beliefs of the student or his/her parents.
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Income (other than that required by law to determine eligibility for participation in a program or for receiving financial assistance under a program).
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Activities involving the collection, disclosure, or use of personal information collected from students for the purpose of marketing or for selling that information (or otherwise providing that information to others for that purpose); and
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The administration of any survey by a third party that contains one or more of the items described in A through H above.
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Students involved in the fundraiser are not to interfere with students participating in other activities in order to solicit funds.
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A student will not be allowed to participate in fundraising activities for a group in which he/she is not a member without the approval of the principal.
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No student may participate in fundraising activities off school property without proper supervision by approved staff or other adults.
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No house-to-house canvassing is allowed by any student for a fundraising activity.
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No student may participate in a fundraising activity conducted by a parent group, booster club, or community organization on school property without the approval of the principal.
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No student is permitted to sell any item or service in school without the prior approval of the building principal. Violation of this policy may lead to disciplinary action.
Lost and Found
Grading Periods
B. the dangers inherent with the online disclosure of personally identifiable information;
C. the consequences of unauthorized access (e.g., "hacking"), cyber bullying and other unlawful or inappropriate activities by students online, and;
D. unauthorized disclosure, use, and dissemination of personal information regarding minors.
47 U.S.C. 254(h), (1), Communications Act of 1934, as amended (2003)
20 U.S.C. 6801 et seq., Part F, Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965,
as amended (2003)
18 U.S.C. 1460
18 U.S.C. 2246
18 U.S.C. 2256
20 U.S.C. 6777, 9134 (2003)
76 F.R. 56295, 56303
Revised 2/25/02
Revised 5/25/10
Revised 8/22/11
Revised 5/21/12
Section III - Student Activities
Section IV- Student Code of Conduct
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30 or more consecutive hours (approx. 5 school days)
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42 or more hours in a month (approx. 6 school days)
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72 or more hours in a year (approx. 12 school days)
A student, who fails to comply with established school rules, or with any reasonable request made by school personnel on school property, and/or at school-related events, is subject to approved student discipline regulations. The Superintendent/Designee develops regulations which establish strategies ranging from prevention to intervention to address student misbehavior.
Students and parents annually receive, at the beginning of the school year or upon entering during the year, written information on the rules and regulations to which they are subject while in school or participating in any school-related activity or event. The information includes the types of conduct which are subject to suspension or expulsion from school or other forms of disciplinary action. The Board directs the administration to make all students aware of the student code of conduct and the fact that any violations of the student code of conduct are able to be disciplined.
If a student violates this policy or the code of conduct, school personnel, students, or parents should report the student to the appropriate principal. The administration cooperates in any prosecution pursuant to the criminal laws of the State of Ohio and local ordinances.
The Student Code of Conduct is made available to students and parents and is posted in a central location within each building. Adoption Date: 5/27/99
Legal, Ref: Orc.33113,20;3313.534;3313.66;3313.661;3313.662 OAC 3301-35-03
Cross Refs: ABC, Student Involvement in Decision Making EBC, Emergency Plans JFCAA, Student Dress Code JFCEA, Gangs JFCJ, Dangerous Weapons in the Schools JG, all sub codes Student Handbooks
The Valley View Board of Education has adopted this code of conduct to foster a safe and effective learning environment for the students of Valley View School District, in compliance with Sections 3313.66, 3313.661, 3313.533 (Sub. Sec. 601), and 3313.663 of the Ohio Revised Code.
A violation of any section or rule of this Code of Conduct and/or Student Parent Handbook may result in disciplinary action including, but not limited to, detention, loss of bus privileges, loss of privileges, extended school, alternative educational placement (AEP), satellite court, suspension, emergency removal, expulsion, or permanent exclusion. The school’s rules and procedures are designed to allow students to be educated in a safe and orderly environment. All students are expected to follow staff members’ directions and obey all school rules. In order to keep parents informed of their child’s progress in school, parents will be provided information on a regular basis and, whenever concerns arise. Many times it will be the responsibility of the student to deliver the information. The school however, may use the mail, email, hand delivery, or phone to ensure contact. Parents are encouraged to build a two-way link with their child’s teachers and support staff by informing the staff of suggestions or concerns that may help their child better accomplish his/her education goals. Use of Progress Book, email, and phone calls to contact school personnel are encouraged.
Discipline of Students with Disabilities – Students with disabilities will be entitled to the rights and procedures afforded by the Individuals with Disabilities Act (I.D.E.A.), and where applicable, the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.), and/or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Scope of Jurisdiction – The section or rules of this code will apply to all students when they are under the authority of school personnel during a school activity, function, or event, whether on Valley View School property, school bus, or on another site and property under the control of school authorities, and while at activities and programs. In addition this Code of Conduct includes:
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Misconduct by a student that occurs off school property but is connected to activities or incidents that have occurred on school property.
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Misconduct by a student that, regardless of when or where it occurs, is directed at a District official, employee, outsourced service personnel or the property of an official or employee.
Definitions of Discipline Methods (in order of severity)
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Conflict management – In order to maintain a safe and effective learning environment, students are encouraged to resolve conflicts peacefully. Counselors and administrators are available for students who are willing to discuss problems.
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Lunch Detention- This may be used as an option in lieu of detention. This may be assigned by a teacher or an administrator, or both. The student will have their lunch but in a supervised location.
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Detention – This requires a student to spend up to 60 minutes after school in a supervised room. A detention may be assigned by a teacher or an administrator. It is the responsibility of the student to secure transportation.
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Emergency Removal – Taking a student away from a classroom, other school event, function, or activity for a class period up to one day. An emergency removal can be exercised by a teacher, administrator, or both.
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Alternate Educational Placement (AEP) – This is an alternative to suspension. Students are placed in a supervised classroom in which they are expected to work quietly on school assignments during the school day. Students are responsible for all work that is assigned and completed in their classes.
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Satellite Juvenile Court – Assigning students to this Court is used to prevent juvenile delinquency by providing an immediate response and consequences to first time offenders.
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Suspension – This is denying a student the privilege of attending school (academic suspension), or any other school function, event, or activity, including transportation for a period of not more than ten consecutive school days. A student may serve multiple suspensions during a school year for repeated violations of the code of conduct. During a suspension a student may not be on any school property without permission from the Principal, Assistant Principal, or Superintendent. At the Principal’s discretion, a suspended student may be allowed to make up standardized tests and class exams, and may make up work and earn up to 100% credit of missed worked during the first suspension, up to 80% of the missed work on a second suspension, and 50% for third and subsequent suspensions.
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Expulsion – This is denying a student the privilege of attending school or any school activities, school transportation, or events, for a period of more than 10 days up to one calendar year. The Superintendent issues all expulsions. During an expulsion a student may not be on school property without the permission of the Superintendent. Expulsion hearings will continue even if a student withdraws from school.
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Permanent Exclusion – Permanently denying a student the privilege of ever attending school or any school activities, of being on school property any time without the permission of the Board of Education.
Administration Discipline Procedures and Reasons
Reasons for Detention
A student may be given a detention (or lunch detention) in order to preserve the safety of others or to prevent damage to property, and to preserve an effective learning environment
Procedure for Detention
A. The student and parent will be given written or oral notification of the detention.
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The student and parent will be given a specific reason why the detention is being assigned.
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The student and parent will be told the specific time and place of the detention.
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Students who are un-excused from detention may be assigned two or more detentions, or assigned Alternate Educational Placement (AEP).
Reasons for Emergency Removals
A student may be removed in order to preserve the safety of others, to prevent damage to property, and to preserve an effective learning environment.
Procedure for Emergency Removal
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A teacher, who removes a student from a classroom or other school event or function shall report the removal immediately or as soon as practical to the Principal or his/her designee.
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A student under the supervision of a teacher during the school day may only be removed to an area specified by the building Principal. It is the responsibility of the teacher to ensure that the student goes to that area, or the Principal is immediately notified.
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A written report must be completed and given to the Principal.
Reasons for Alternative Education Placement (AEP)
An AEP may be given for any violation of the Student Code of Conduct. The length/number of days of AEP will be determined by the administration.
Procedures for Alternative Education Placement (AEP)
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The student and parent will receive notification of being assigned AEP.
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A disciplinary report will be completed and filed.
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Students who violate AEP rules may be suspended.
Reasons for Satellite Court
Students may be referred to Miamisburg Satellite Juvenile Court. The intent of this referral is to provide parental support for at risk youths exhibiting problematic behavior.
Procedures for Satellite Court
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The Valley View Administration will contact Satellite Court.
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The student and parents will be contacted by the Satellite Court Administration regarding appearance time and date.
Reasons for Suspension
A suspension may be given for any violation of the Code of Conduct. Some specific violations of the Code of Conduct require an automatic suspension, and/or expulsion. During a suspension students are not allowed on school grounds or allowed to attend any school events/activities. Students may be allowed to make up standard tests and exams, and may receive partial credit for make-up work at the administrator’s discretion. (See #7 under “Definitions” regarding credit for make-up work.)
Procedure for Suspension
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The student will be given a written intent to suspend form, and will be asked to sign this form indicating that he/she understands their right to appeal.
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The student will be given an informal hearing with the Principal, Assistant Principal, or Superintendent at which time he/she will be given the reasons for the suspension and an opportunity to tell his/her side of the story.
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In all cases of suspension, parents will be notified.
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A disciplinary report will be completed and filed.
Due Process & Appeals Process
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The student will be given an informal hearing with the Principal, Assistant Principal and Superintendent at which time he/she will be given the reason(s) for the expulsion and an opportunity to tell his/her side of the story.
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The student shall be temporarily placed on a 10 day suspension to allow time for notification and the hearing process.
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The parent, guardian, or custodial parent must provide a written notice of appeal within 14 days after the notice of expulsion has been received.
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The Superintendent’s office shall notify the student and his/her parents, unless the student is an emancipated adult, of the time and place for the expulsion hearing.
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Expulsions shall be carried out by the order of the Superintendent.
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A disciplinary report will be filed and a copy placed in the student’s file.
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The Board of Education will be notified of all expulsions.
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A student may be excluded in order to preserve a safe learning environment.
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The Superintendent for Public Instruction is empowered to permanently exclude from all public schools a student who is convicted of adjudicated delinquent for committing certain offenses on school property or at a school activity where such student is 16 years of age or older.
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Specific violations may include the following: conveying any deadly weapon or dangerous ordnance onto school property or any school activity held under the auspices of a public school board; trafficking in drugs; aggravated murder; murder; voluntary manslaughter, involuntary manslaughter; felonious assault; aggravated assault; rape; gross sexual imposition; or felonious sexual penetration. (O.R.C. Sections 2923.122; 2923.12; 2925.03; 2903.01 2903.04; 2903.11; 2903.12; 2907..02; 2907.05.
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Administrators or Counselors may call students in, and attempt to counsel conflicts between students.
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Students may request to speak to counselors or administrators to request mediation.
STUDENTS SHALL BE HELD IN VIOLATION OF THE VALLEY VIEW CODE OF CONDUCT WHEN THEY PARTICIPATE IN:
O. Theft
Theft or unauthorized use of school or private property, including but not limited to theft of information, copyright infringement, and unauthorized duplication.
A theft occurs when a person knowingly 1) obtains or exerts unauthorized control over property of the owner (including computer software or copyrighted materials) or 2) obtains by deception, control over property of the owner, or 3) obtains by threat, control over the property of the owner. 4) obtains control over stolen property, knowing the property to have been stolen or under such circumstances as would lead him/her to reasonably believe that the property was stolen and he/she: a.) intends to deprive the owner of the use or benefit of the property, or b) knowingly uses, conceals, or abandons the property in such a manner as to deprive the owner of such use or benefit, or c) uses, conceals, or abandons the property, knowing such use , concealment, or abandonment, probably would deprive the owner of such use or benefit.
Consequence – AEP, and up to 10-day suspension with recommendation for expulsion. Police may be contacted and/or a court referral may be made.
P. Vandalism/Trespassing/Unauthorized Use of Fire
Students may not damage or deface school or private property; may not participate in the unauthorized use of fire, may not trespass during non-school hours/activities, may not introduce computer viruses, may not delete computer files, nor alter databases.
Consequences – AEP, up to 10-day suspension with recommendation for expulsion, including restitution and replacement of damaged items. The Valley View Board of Education has adopted H.B. 601.
R. Weapons
The possession, use, handling, transmission, concealment, creation of dangerous weapons or instruments is prohibited.
The definition of weapons includes: firearms, BB guns, pellet guns, airsoft guns, paintball guns, explosives, ammunition, knives (a knife is defined as any cutting instrument consisting of a sharp blade fastened to a handle), chains, razor blades, straight edges, sticks, stun-guns, pepper sprays, incendiary devices including fireworks, or any other device or object that the administration determines can be used to cause damage to persons or property. “Look alike weapons” which are used to scare, threaten or cause panic, will be treated the same as real weapons.
Firearms – In accordance with Section 3313.66 of the ORC, the Superintendent is required to expel a student for a period of one year for bringing a firearm on school property, in a school vehicle, or to any school sponsored event. The definition of a firearm shall include: any weapon (including a starting gun) which will, or is designed to, or may be converted to, expel a projectile by the action of an explosive; the frame or receiver of any such weapon; any firearm muffler or firearm silencer; or any destructive device (as defined in 18 U.S.C. Section 921-924), which includes but is not limited to any explosive, incendiary, or poisonous gas, bomb, grenade, or rocket, having a propellant charge, missile having an explosive or incendiary charge, mine, or device similar to any of the devices described above.
1. Consequences – The possession, apparent use, or use, of a firearm on school property, at school events, on/in a school vehicle, will result in a 10-day suspension with recommendation for expulsion or permanent exclusion. *In this case the Police will be involved and charges filed.
2. Consequences – The possession or use of a “look alike weapon” for the purpose to scare, threaten, or cause panic, will result in a 10- day suspension with possible recommendation for expulsion or permanent exclusion. *In this case the Police will be involved and charges filed.
3. Consequences – The possession of a “look alike weapon” and/or items mentioned under the (definition of weapons), excluding firearms, will result in a 3-day up to 10-day suspension with possible recommendation for expulsion. A weapons suspension MAY be reduced if the student seeks a psychological assessment at his/her expense as approved by the administration.
S. SEVERE CLAUSE – It is impossible to list or categorize all possible offenses for which a student may be disciplined. The Principals have the authority to deal with offenses not specifically discussed in the student Code of Conduct; and the Principal or his designee have the authority to discipline students based on the facts and merits of any situation. The Principal or his designee may use the severest discipline possible for any inappropriate student behaviors.
*The police may be notified and charges filed when there is any violation of the law.
Section V – Transportation
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The first offense shall be handled by the driver and a copy of the bus misconduct report mailed home.
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The second offense shall be reported to the principal. He/she will place the student on probation and notify parents by letter of repeated misconduct and the penalty for a third offense.
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If a third offense occurs, the parents of the student will be notified by letter stating the reason(s) why the student may be refused transportation. The bus driver then shall not permit the student to board the bus as long as the length of suspension is in force.
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Should the first offense be of a drastic nature, Steps 1 and 2 may be omitted and Step 3 put into effect.
5517.01 - BULLYING AND OTHER FORMS OF AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR
A. any intentional written, verbal, graphic, or physical act that a student or group of students exhibits
toward another particular student(s) more than once and the behavior both causes mental or
physical harm to the other student(s) and is sufficiently severe, persistent, or pervasive that it
creates an intimidating, threatening, or abusive educational environment for the other student(s); or
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B. violence within a dating relationship.
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State Board of Education Model Policy (2007)
Revised 6/6/06
Revised 11/26/07
Revised 3/23/09
Revised 12/13/10
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION AND INTERNAL COMPLAINT PROCEDURES
Complaint Procedure
Section I
Any person who believes that s/he has been discriminated against or denied equal opportunity or access to programs or services may file a complaint, which may be referred to as a grievance, with the District’s Civil Rights Coordinator:
The individual may also, at any time, contact the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, Cleveland Office, 600 Superior Avenue East, Suite 750, Cleveland, Ohio 44114-2611; Telephone: (216) 522-4970; Fax: (216) 522-2573; TDD: (216) 522-4944; E-mail: ocr.cleveland@ed.gov; Web: http://www.ed.gov
Section II
A person who believes s/he has a valid basis for a complaint may discuss the matter, informally and on an oral basis with the District's Civil Rights Coordinator, who will investigate the complaint and respond in writing to the complainant. If the informal procedures, do not resolve the matter to the complainant's satisfaction or s/he skips the informal process, s/he may initiate formal procedures according to the following steps:
Step 1
Investigation by the District's Civil Rights Coordinator: A person may initiate a formal investigation by filing a written complaint with the District's Civil Rights Coordinator. The complaint must contain the name and address of the individual or representative filing the complaint, be signed by the complainant or someone authorized to sign for the complainant, and describe the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Civil Rights Coordinator of the nature and date of the alleged violation, and propose a resolution. The complaint must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days of the circumstances or event giving rise to the complaint, unless the time for filing is extended by the Civil Rights Coordinator for good cause. The Civil Rights Coordinator will conduct an impartial investigation of the complaint. As part of the investigation, the Civil Rights Coordinator shall permit the complainant to present witnesses and other evidence in support of his/her complaint. The investigation shall be completed within ten (10) business days of the written complaint being filed. The Civil Rights Coordinator will notify the complainant in writing of his/her decision and will maintain the District's files and records relating to the complaint.
Step 2
If the complainant is not satisfied with the Civil Rights Coordinator's Step 1 decision, s/he may submit, in writing, a signed statement of appeal to the Superintendent of Schools within five (5) business days after receipt of the Coordinator's response. The Superintendent shall meet with all parties involved, formulate a conclusion, and respond in writing to the complainant within ten (10) business days of receiving the written appeal.
Step 3
If the complainant remains unsatisfied, s/he may appeal through a signed written statement to the Board of Education within five (5) business days of his/her receipt of the Superintendent's Step 2 response. In an attempt to resolve the complaint, the Board of Education shall meet with the concerned parties and their representative within twenty (20) business days of the receipt of such an appeal. A copy of the Board's disposition of the appeal shall be sent to each concerned party within ten (10) business days of this meeting.
The complainant may be represented, at his/her own cost, at any of the above-described meetings/hearings.
The right of a person to a prompt and equitable resolution of the complaint shall not be impaired by the person's pursuit of other remedies such as the filing of a complaint with the Office for Civil Rights or the filing of a court case in the appropriate Federal District Court. Use of the internal complaint procedures is not a prerequisite to the pursuit of other remedies.
The Civil Rights Coordinator will provide a copy of the District's complaint procedure to any person who files a complaint and will investigate all complaints in accordance with this procedure.
A copy of each of the Acts and the regulations on which this notice is based may be found in the Civil Right Coordinator's office.
Prohibition Against Retaliation
The Board will not discriminate against, coerce, intimidate, threaten, or interfere with any individual because the person opposed any act or practice made unlawfully by any Federal civil rights law, or because that individual made a charge, testified, assisted, or participated in any manner in an investigation, proceeding, or hearing under those laws or because that individual exercised, enjoyed, aided or encouraged any other person in the exercise or enjoyment of any right granted or protected by those laws.