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BORDENTOWN REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT 318 WARD AVENUE

BORDENTOWN, NEW JERSEY

DR. CONSTANCE J. BAUER, SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

DISTRICT SUBSTITUTE HANDBOOK

BORDENTOWN REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

BORDENTOWN REGIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL

MACFARLAND INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

CLARA BARTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PETER MUSCHAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

2011‐2012

Disclaimer

This Substitute Handbook is for your use as a source of information about Bordentown Regional School District and your substitute role. Nothing in this Handbook creates or is intended to create a contract of employment, either expressed or implied. Nor do the Handbook provisions establish an employment relationship where one would not exist. You are a call – in employee of the District and your relationship with the District may be terminated by you or the District at any time, with or without cause.

Please note that you are subject to the policies of the District’s Board of Education. Some, but not all, of those policies are summarized in this Handbook. In the event that a Board of Education policy and/or applicable law conflicts with a provision in this Handbook, the policy and/or law shall control.

The District does not guarantee specific benefits or terms of employment. Board policies, the provisions of this Handbook, District benefits, and District procedures may be changed or revoked at any time, without notice to you and without your consent.

Substitute Duty Hours The substitute teacher shall be expected to be on duty the entire school day (including conference periods, if applicable) and to perform all duties of the regular teacher. (From 15 minutes prior to the beginning of school until 15 minutes after students are dismissed.) Individual campus circumstances may require the assignment of a substitute for only a portion of the school day. Substitutes are also subject to reassignment during the day. At the beginning of each teaching day, the substitute should go to the school office and sign in. Failure to sign will result in the delay of the substitute receiving a paycheck.

Substitute Pay Rate

Position 2012-2013

Teacher – Degreed $75.00/day

Teacher – Non-Degreed $70.00/day

Teacher – Certified in Subject Area > 20 days

*See Scale Below- Must be Highly Qualified in Subject Area

Nurse $100/day

Secretary $10.00/hour

Aide $10.00/hour

Custodian $12.00/hour

Bus Driver $16.88/hour

12/20/10 adoption

*Recommendation for substitute to be paid per diem for per diem assignments. Only long term substitutes will be paid as follows:

Day 1 – 20 $125 per day

Day 21 – 45 $150 per day

Day 46 – 90 $175 per day

Day 91+ Step 1, plus benefits** (only for substitutes in the same position)

Substitutes: The pay period is every two weeks with a two--week waiting period. **Holiday Breaks – Checks will be distributed prior to the holiday break; however they are valid on

the actual pay date.

**MUST BE HIGHLY QUALIFIED AND CERTIFIED IN THE SUBJECT AREA

Removal from the Substitute Roster

Substitutes may be removed from the substitute roster at their request or based upon request(s) from building administrators that substitutes not return to their respective buildings following incidents of poor performance. Substitutes will be given a verbal warning prior to a written warning before removal from a school building. A letter of dismissal will be issued to substitute and placed in their personnel file if found with two or more warning letters. A copy dismal letter will be sent to the superintendent of schools recommending removal from substitute call list.

Cell Phone Usage

Please do not make or receive cell phone calls during classroom instructional time. To insure that students will not be disrupted during class time, cell phones should be on silent or vibrate during school hours.

The Home of the Scotties

2011-2012

Welcome to the Bordentown Regional High School. You, as a substitute teacher, are an important member of our instructional staff. When a regular teacher is absent, you are called upon to carry on daily instruction and guide the children throughout the day.

This booklet has been prepared as a result of suggestions offered by substitute and regular teachers. It is an outline of procedures and helpful information regarding the responsibilities you undertake. We urge you to see any member of the administrative staff if you have any questions concerning substitute procedures.

BORDENTOWN REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

Dear Substitute:

Patrick M. Lynch Principal

As a substitute teacher, you are taking over the duties of the regular classroom teacher for the entire school day. Upon arrival at the school, you should park in any unmarked spot in the side parking lot. You should report to the main office by 7:20 a.m. where you will be given instructions as to the lesson plans, daily schedule, lunch period, and any duties you will complete in the absence of the regular teacher. It will also be necessary for you to sign an attendance card which is your assurance of payment for your services.

Substitute's Responsibilities

As a substitute teacher, you will assume all the daily responsibilities of the teacher whom you replace. As is the case with the regular teacher, you are in full charge of the students. Please keep the following extremely important points in mind:

1. Never leave the students unsupervised.

2. Take firm control over the class without threats.

3. Take attendance personally for each class. You should call the attendance office (extension 1112) when you have finished. Please note: Students are not permitted to take attendance.

4. Make every effort to complete the work assigned.

5. Treat every student in a fair and equitable manner.

6. Enjoy the teaching and student experience.

7. Maintain self-control regardless of the situation.

8. Make students feel as though the work they are doing is educationally valuable. Unfortunately, all too often, students do not value the work they are assigned when a substitute is in the room. This can lead to problems during the period. 9. Maintain a proper learning environment and refer an individual student to the administrative staff when he/she becomes an impediment to this process. 10. Disruptive students are not to remain in the classroom. Should you encounter any student who refuses to cooperate or is hindering the educational experience of others, he/she is to be sent to the assistant principal's office with a note explaining why he/she is leaving; additionally, you should use the classroom telephone to explain that a student is leaving. For sophomores and seniors, call extension 1112. For freshmen and juniors, call extension 1102.

Reporting to School

School Law on Discipline and Authority

Title 18A: 6-1 Corporal Punishment of Pupils

No person employed or engaged in a school or educational institution, whether public or private, shall inflict or cause to be inflicted corporal punishment upon a pupil attending such school or institution; but any such person may, within the scope of his employment, use and apply such amounts of force as is reasonable and necessary

(1) to quell a disturbance threatening physical injury to others; (2) to obtain possession of weapons or other dangerous objects upon

the person or within control of a pupil; (3) for the purpose of self defense; and (4) for the protection of persons or property;

and such acts, or any of them shall not be construed to constitute corporal punishment within the meaning and intendments of this section. Every resolution, by law, rule ordinance, or other act or authority permitting or authorizing corporal punishment to be inflicted upon a pupil attending a school or educational institution shall be void.

Source: R.S. 18:19-1, amended L. 1964, c. 182.1 Last modified: March 29, 2010

Title 18A: 25-2 Authority Over Pupils

A teacher or other person in authority over such pupils shall hold every pupil accountable for disorderly conduct in school and during recess and on the playgrounds of the school and on the way to and from school.

Source: R.S. 18:13-116.7

TEASING AND HARASSMENT

Students in Bordentown schools are expected to treat one another with respect regardless of gender, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, or sexual orientation. Inappropriate touching, gender biased or racial comments and/or jokes, and name calling of any kind are not permitted on the way to and from school or on school property. All instances of such harassment will be reported to the building administration. Parents will be contacted and appropriate action will be taken. Interventions include, but are not limited to, supportive counseling, detentions, suspensions, and or contacting district and local authorities. For further information, our district website (www.bordentown.k 12.nj .us) contains the detailed version of our harassment policy.

Problem Solvers

After school activities If you have any questions as to whether or not after school activities will be held, please contact the office for information.

Auditorium/Assemblies

The office will announce the time and location of student body assemblies. You should take your class to the assembly when they are called and stay in the assembly hall until the assembly has concluded; at which time you will either take your class back to the classroom or go to your next assigned class or duty.

A-V Equipment

Contact Ms. Nessi in the library prior to 7:30 a.m., if you require a projector, overhead, radio, cd, or vcr/dvd player.

Cafeteria

The cafeteria provides good lunches at a reasonable cost. Your lunch period is shown on your daily schedule. There is a teacher's lunchroom in the building.

Student Cell Phones

No cell phones are permitted in the classroom. If a cell phone is seen or heard, please send the student to the main office. Please call the main office (ext. 1106) to report that the student is coming with a cell phone.

Class Coverage

Each teacher has a "prep" period built into her/his schedule. On some days, if multiple teachers are absent and we do not have enough substitute teachers to cover all of our classes, you may be asked to substitute in a class for another teacher during the "prep" period of the teacher for whom you are substituting.

Custodians

If you are in need of a custodian, contact the main office at extension 1102.

Fire/Emergency Drill Procedure

In each classroom there is an Emergency Management Plan that is typically located in the drawer of the teacher's desk. If it is not there, the teacher should have left detailed directions to find the manual. Please familiarize yourself with the plan for the various drills (fire, stay put/lock down, evacuation). In the event that you are uncertain of what to do in an emergency situation, please ask a faculty member or administrator

Injuries Should a student suffer a serious injury, contact the nurse (extension 1109) and refrain from moving the student if there is a possibility of any broken bones.

Nurse

Our school nurse is located in the administrative wing in room 219. Students who complain of illness should be sent to the nurse with a note.

Plans and Daily Assignments

All substitutes should have clearly outlined plans and assignments for their classes. The plans should be checked prior to the beginning of school in order to ensure that you understand what is to be covered during the day. If plans are incomplete or materials unavailable, please contact the main office and so indicate on the substitute report.

Schedules

You will be given a copy of the bell schedule with the teacher's substitute folder. If we are working on a modified schedule that day, you will be notified of that upon arriving at school.

Student Discipline

Problem students should be sent to the office when a discipline matter arises. Please complete a "Behavior Referral Form" for any student you send to the office. Punishment of an entire class for misbehavior is not to occur. Furthermore, please write a description of the incident for the classroom teacher.

Substitute Report Forms

Following the completion of the school day, all substitutes are required to submit a substitute report to a main office secretary. It is extremely important for the continuity of instruction that these reports be as detailed as possible. If you require more space than the form gives, use extra sheets of paper. In this case, there is no such thing as too much information.

Leaving School

At the conclusion of the school day, please bring the completed substitute report form and substitute folder to the main office to be placed in the teacher's mailbox. Also, please alert the administration to any situations that may have occurred during the school day.

Dress Code

A Public school employee and educator's professional role goes far beyond the teaching/learning process within the classroom. School district employees are also role models to the students. As a role model, the school employee's influence upon the youth is significant, even though subtle at times.

In the capacity of role model, dress becomes important. The manner in which the adult dresses sends signals to the students that display proper attire and indicate that school is a serious workplace - a place where both the students and staff should come prepared to do important life training in an atmosphere appropriate for the task at hand. School is not a place for play, nor should the atmosphere be informal to the point of losing the importance of the primary mission of education.

In order for this to be reinforced, the staff is expected to come to work for this school district appropriately dressed at all times. While it is understood that "appropriate" varies with the activity, it should be understood that the following clothing are examples of inappropriate attire within the normal school day and normal teaching/learning environment:

(1) any torn, tattered, or unclean clothing (2) sweatshirts, sweatpants, or warm-up outfits (3) jeans (4) tank tops / t-shirts (5) strapless dresses / shirts (6) any clothing combination that reveals the midriff or undergarments (7) shorts (8) sneakers

Items 2, 7, and 8 may be worn if they specifically match a school activity (physical education, for example).

It is suggested that men wear slacks or khakis and a collared shirt. Although a tie is not mandatory, it is preferred.

Women should wear slacks or a skirt of an appropriate length and a blouse, sweater, or other professional top.

It is my hope that you will enjoy working at Bordentown Regional High School. We look forward to working with you again in the future.

Revised: June 2008

Important Extensions: Attendance For the attendance office, call Cindy Gola at extension 1112. Student Discipline For freshmen and juniors, call Mrs. Rogers at extension 1102/1107. For sophomores and seniors, call Mr. Martin at extension 1112/1106. General Concerns If there are any general concerns, contact Nancy Errickson in the Main Office at extension 1100/1102.

Bell Schedule

Period Regular Half Day 1-Hour Delay

2-Hour Delay

Activity Day

Pep Rally

1 7:30-8:50 7:30-8:17 8:30-9:38 9:30-10:20 7:30-8:38 7:30-8:40 2 8:54-

10:14 8:21-9:08 9:42-10:50 10:24-11:14 9:42-10:50 8:44-9:54

3 10:18-10:56

9:12-9:34 10:54-11:26 11:18-11:48 10:54-11:26

9:58-10:31

4 11:00-11:38

9:38-9:59 11:30-12:02 11:52-12:22 11:30-12:02

10:35-11:08

5 11:42-12:20

10:03-10:25

12:06-12:38 12:26-12:56 12:06-12:38

11:12-11:45

6 12:24-1:02

10:29-10:50

12:42-1:14 1:00-1:30 12:42-1:14 11:49-12:22

7 1:06-2:26 10:54-11:41

1:18-2:26 1:34-2:26 1:18-2:26 12:26-1:36

Activity 8:42-9:38 1:40-2:26

Length of Day TYPE OF DAY TIMES PAY RATE

Full, Normal Day 7:30 am – 2:26 pm Full Day Student Half Day 7:30 am – 11:41 am Full Day Substitute Half Day (AM) 7:30 am – 11:41 am Half Day

BORDENTOWN REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Substitute Teacher Report

This form is to be completed in full by the Substitute Teacher and returned to the school main office at the end of the day. The regular staff teacher will complete the appropriate section.

Regular Teacher’s Name: ___________________________________

Substitute Teacher’s Name: _________________________________

Date: ____________________________________________________

PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING FOR EACH CLASS PERIOD:

Was attendance taken? Was homework collected? Was class work completed? Who was helpful, disruptive, late or thrown out? Were there any special activities?

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Additional Comments:

BORDENTOWN REGIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL

BORDENTOWN, NJ 08505

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER’S HANDBOOK

2012‐2013

ADMINISTRATIVE/GUIDANCE STAFF

Robert Walder ......................................................................................................... Principal

Sam Tola ................................................................................................... Assistant Principal

Dawn Patterson .................................................................................... Guidance Counselor

Toby Sebelist ......................................................................................... Guidance Counselor

AUXILIARY STAFF

Lisa Bartolomei ........................................................................................ Instructional Aide

Christine Cope ......................................................................................... Instructional Aide

Denise Franks ........................................................................................... Instructional Aide

Kathy Pontoriero………………………………………………………………………………….Instructional Aide

Joan Gratton ............................................................................................ Instructional Aide

Doris Guido .......................................................................................... Principal’s Secretary

Sharon Scully .................................................................................................. Cafeteria Aide

Dawn Craft ............................................................................................... Instructional Aide

Kathy Creegan ........................................................................................................ Secretary

Sondra Marion ......................................................................................... Instructional Aide

Louise Morgan ......................................................................................... Instructional Aide

Kimberly Sarnese ............................................................................................. School Nurse

INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF

Kim Blood .................................................................................................................. Science

Robert Conlin .............................................................................. Health/Physical Education

Xiaofan Corey ................................................................................................................... ESL

Cindy Day .................................................................................................................... ELPAT

Matthew Derby ................................................................................................................ Art

Kristin Doughtery ................................................................................ Basic Skills Education

Amy Fisicaro ..................................................................................................... Mathematics

Kimberly Fithen ........................................................................... Health/Physical Education

Susan Gerike .................................................................................................. Language Arts

Michael Montalto .................................................................................. Instructional Music

Lisa Hudik .................................................................................................................. Science

Ellen Kirk ................................................................................................ Vocal Music/Music

Steve Koch ....................................................................................................... Social Studies

Stephanie Kohnke ............................................................................................ Mathematics

Frederick Lemmerling ................................................................. Health/Physical Education

Doneanne Soult ....................................................................................................... Librarian

Paula Mann ............................................................................................... Special Education

Connie McMillin .............................................................................................. Social Studies

Jason Melber .................................................................................................... Mathematics

Andrea Molnar ................................................................................................. Mathematics

Mary Lynn Morino .............................................................................. Basic Skills Education

Lisa Muolo ................................................................................................. Special Education

Christopher O’Leary ....................................................................................... Language Arts

Susan Ognibene ........................................................................................ Special Education

Gregory Poole ................................................................................... Technology Education

Pamela Poole ................................................................................................. Language Arts

Amy Rabenda ............................................................................................................ Science

Andrea Renna............................................................................................................ Spanish

Patricia Ridolfi ................................................................................................ Language Arts

Tom Ridolfi ...................................................................................................... Social Studies

Audrey Riley .............................................................................................. Special Education

Kristian Rivera ................................................................................................ Language Arts

Elizabeth Santillo ....................................................................................... Special Education

Judy Standifer .................................................................................................. Mathematics

Robert Vieria .............................................................................. Instrumental Music/Music

Emma Voshell .................................................................................................. Mathematics

Lisa Wendel ............................................................................................... Special Education

Carla Whitaker .......................................................................................... Special Education

Harriet Walker ........................................................................................................... Science

Amy Wright ......................................................................................................... Computers

Karyn Yakabosky ............................................................................................ Language Arts

Jack Yost .......................................................................................................... Social Studies

CHILD STUDY TEAM

Louise Sullivan ........................................................................... Director of Special Services

Douglas Corbin ...................................................................................... School Psychologist

Christina D’Antoni ........................................................................................... Social Worker

Cheryl Cifelli .................................................................................................... Social Worker

Adrienne Siegler .............................................................................................. Social Worker

Tina Zack ......................................................................................................... Social Worker

Patricia Costigan.................................................................................... Learning Consultant

Suzann Mohaschi .................................................................................. Learning Consultant

Denise Ehner ......................................................................................... School Psychologist

Diana McNeil ......................................................................................... School Psychologist

Mike Priano ........................................................................................... School Psychologist

Gail Katz .................................................................................................... Speech Therapist

Jacqueline Chen ........................................................................................ Speech Therapist

Kimberley Walker ...................................................................................... Speech Therapist

Courtney Finn ............................................................................................ Speech Therapist

Jill Wingo ................................................................................................... Speech Therapist

Sharon Gansloser ................................................................................................... Secretary

Jennifer Kafer ......................................................................................................... Secretary

Patty Kehr ............................................................................................................... Secretary

CUSTODIAL STAFF

Hope Horner ............................................................................................... Head Custodian

Dean Imlay ............................................................................................................ Custodian

Dear Substitute Teacher,

Welcome to the Bordentown Regional School District! As a substitute teacher, you are a very vital member of our instructional staff. When a regular teacher is absent, you as the substitute teacher, are called upon to carry on daily instructions and guide the children throughout the day. This manual has been composed for the explicit purpose of clarifying and delineating the various aspects of the daily functioning of substitute teaching in Bordentown Regional Middle School.

It has been prepared as a result of suggestions offered by substitute and regular teachers and provides an outline of procedures and helpful information regarding your responsibilities. By reviewing this manual, it is hoped that each substitute teacher can better meet the demands of teaching with less anxiety.

We urge you to see any member of the administrative staff if you have any questions concerning substitute procedures. Please use the phone in the classroom to call the office if you have any classroom concerns. Wishing you a wonderful teaching experience at Bordentown Regional Middle School!

Sincerely,

Robert Walder, Principal

P.S. Please note Emergency Procedures Booklet (Safe Schools Emergency Plan) is located in

the left‐hand top drawer of your teacher desk. Whenever an evacuation of the building is

necessary (fire drill, emergency etc.) you must take your class enrollment list and absentee

list with you and green and red cards

Reporting to School

As a substitute teacher, you are taking over the duties of the regular classroom teacher for the entire school day. You should report to the main office of your assigned school by 7:35 a.m. where you will be given instructions as to lessons plans, daily schedule, lunch period, and any duties you will complete in the absence of the regular teacher.

Your Responsibilities

As a substitute teacher, you will assume all the daily responsibilities of the teacher whom you replace.

As is the case with the regular teacher, you are in full charge of the students. Please keep the following extremely important points in mind. A good substitute:

1. Never leaves your students unsupervised. Students are to be under the active supervision of school personnel at all times. Students are not to be alone in classrooms at any time. Whenever one or more students are in a classroom, they are to be overseen by a teacher or aide.

2. Takes firm control over the class without threats. 3. Makes every effort to complete the work and/or assignments that are provided by the

regular teacher. 4. Interacts with students in a favorable manner, circulates among the students in the

classroom as they work. Does not sit behind the desk. 5. Conducts him/her self in a manner which demonstrates an enjoyment of teaching. 6. Doesn’t lose self-control. 7. Gives pupils a positive impression of helpfulness and not of merely marking time. 8. Maintains a proper learning environment and refers individual students to the

administrative staff when he/she becomes an impediment to this process.

Disruptive students are not to remain in the classroom. Should you encounter any student who challenges your authority, he/she is to be sent to the office with a note explaining the situation. (Each classroom permits immediate contact with the office through the use of the telephone, extension 2000 which is usually located near the door.) Simply pick up the phone on the wall by the classroom door and dial 2000, 2008, 2011 or 2003.

Student Guidebook

If you find yourself substituting regularly in the Bordentown Regional School District, it is suggested that you review copies of both the “Staff Manual” and Student Guidebook”. These two volumes will enable you to become familiar with staff responsibilities, along with expectations of student behavior, which are too numerous to include in this guidebook.

Copies are available from the building secretary.

How You Can Help the Classroom Teacher

1. CPR/ Study Hall a. You will be paired with another teacher, who will take the lead for this period. b. Take accurate attendance – Do not allow students to take attendance. c. Read appropriate announcements

2. If the regular teacher is returning the following day, he/she will appreciate a note from you, briefly stating what you have covered and any comments of good work done by students or any discipline problems you may have encountered. A form is provided for this purpose.


Title 18A: 6-1 Corporal Punishment of Pupils No person employed or engaged in a school or educational institution, whether public or private shall inflict or cause to be inflicted corporal punishment upon a pupil attending such school or institution; but any such person may, within the scope of his employment, use and apply such amounts of force as in reasonable and necessary:

1. to quell a disturbance threatening physical injury to others;

2. to obtain possession of weapons or other dangerous objects upon the person or within control of a pupil;

3. for the purpose of self defense; and

4. for the protection of persons or property;

and such acts or any of them shall not be construed to constitute corporal punishment within the meaning and intendment of this section. Every resolution, by law, rule, ordinance, or other act or authority permitting or authorizing corporal punishment to be inflicted upon a pupil attending a school or education institution shall be void.

Source: R.S. 18:19‐1, amended L. 1964, c. 182.1. Last modified: March 29, 2010

Title 18A: 25-2 Authority Over Pupils


Source: R.S. 18:13-116.7

Harassment

Students in Bordentown schools are expected to treat one another with respect regardless of gender, race, color, creed, religion, national origin or sexual orientation. Inappropriate touching of a sexual nature, gender based or racial comments and/or jokes, and name calling of any kind by students are not permitted on the way to and from school or on school property. All instances of such harassment are to be reported to the building administration. Parents will be contacted and appropriate action will be taken. Interventions include but are not limited to supportive counseling, detentions, suspensions, and or contacting district and local authorities. New Harassment Policy #4105/4205 is being considered for additional clarification.

End of Day

At the close of the school day, please return to the main office:

1. “Sub Folder” and/or “Lesson Plans”. 2. Completed Report Master, “Daily Report Form for Substitute Teacher”. 3. All keys.

We sincerely hope that your day with us was fruitful and professionally fulfilling. Your suggestions and ideas are most welcome at anytime.






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MacFarland

Intermediate School

Substitute Teacher’s Handbook

2012-2013

To: Substitute Teachers at MacFarland Intermediate School

MacFarland Intermediate School

Memo From: Louisa Kenny, Principal Date: January 24, 2013

Re: Welcome!

Dear Substitute Teacher;

Welcome to MacFarland Intermediate School! You provide a very important service to us when you accept the responsibility for carrying on the instructional programs for our children during the absence of the regular classroom teacher.

This handbook has been prepared to help you have a productive day and to familiarize you with procedures within the building. The guide is organized into three sections:

General information about the building and instructional programs General School Procedures Pupil supervision

Part three also includes some specific details of classroom routines provided by the teacher for who you are substituting. An index for easy reference to specific items follows part three.

We at MacFarland Intermediate School value the services you provide for us and hope that this manual will help make your assignment productive and enjoyable. Please feel free to ask any member of our team – custodial, clerical, paraprofessional, teaching, and/or administrative – for clarification or for more detailed information.

Sincerely,

Louisa Kenny

Principal

PART I

Substitute Responsibilities

Again, welcome to the MacFarland Intermediate School. As a substitute, you are an important member of our instructional staff. In a regular teacher’s absence, you are called upon to carry on daily instruction and guide the children throughout the day. We thank you in advance for your efforts.

As in the case with the regular teacher, you are in full charge of the students. Please keep the following extremely important points in mind.

A great substitute:

1. NEVER leaves the students unsupervised.

2. Takes FIRM, POSITIVE control over the class.

3. Makes EVERY effort to complete the work assigned by the regular teacher.

4. Interacts with students in a FAVORABLE manner.

5. Maintains SELF CONTROL.

6. Conducts themselves in a manner which demonstrates the ENJOYMENT of teaching.

7. Gives pupils a POSITIVE impression of helpfulness and not of merely marking time.

8. Maintains a proper learning environment and refers individual students to the

administrative staff only when they become an impediment to this process.

Disruptive students are not to remain in the classroom. Should you encounter any student who challenges your authority, they are to be sent to the Office with a note explaining the situation. Each classroom permits immediate contact with the office through by using the telephone in the classroom and dialing the Office Extension 5213.

PART II

General School Procedures/Problem Solvers

After School Activities

If you have any questions as to whether or not after school activities will be held, please contact the office for information. Children who request information relative to programs or their after school arrangements should be sent to the office. This is most important.

A-V/Equipment

Please check the teacher’s lesson plans for the day and contact the media specialist, librarian, in the library prior to 8:25 a.m. should the plans require the use of a projector, VCR, overhead, filmstrips, or videocassette equipment. Students are not permitted to move A-V equipment within the building.

Bus Students

Bus students are dismissed after the students who walk to school or go to Child Care. Therefore, please make certain that all bus students are dismissed no later than 3:15 p.m. Child Care students and walkers dismiss at 3:15 p.m. Bus students leave the classroom at 3:17 p.m.

Cafeteria

The cafeteria provides nutritious lunches at a reasonable cost. Your lunch period is shown on your daily schedule. The teacher’s room located on the third floor is for your dining. See the attached lunch schedule for specific grade level information. Students are to be actively supervised in the cafeteria. In emergency situations you may be asked to supervise one of these areas.

Contacting the Office

Each classroom has a phone. Just dial 5213 and you will get the secretary in the main office.

Custodians

Should you have an emergency in your room requiring custodial assistance, please contact the main office via the phone.

Dress

Proper attire is required for substitute teachers. Unless a substitute is replacing a PE teacher, no shorts permitted to be worn by staff members or other inappropriate attire is to be worn.

Duty Schedule

As you sign-in, please check with the main office to determine if the teacher you are substituting for has a duty assignment. Bus duty encompasses covering the front of the building for late buses.

Evacuation Plans

Please be sure when entering the classroom to locate the white evacuation binder. Please familiarize yourself with the information prior to the start of the day.

Fire Drill Procedure

The fire exit diagram located near the classroom door shows the appropriate exit for your classroom. Please familiarize yourself with this information prior to the beginning of the school day. Windows and doors should be closed and lights out. You will need to account for every child before returning to the building.

Inclement Weather – Following Lunch

An envelope with blue paper will state it is an indoor day and be posted on the hallway walls.

Injuries

Should a child suffer any appearance of a serious injury, contact the office immediately. Do not move the child.

Length of Day

TYPE OF DAY TIMES PAY RATE Full, Normal Day 8:25 am – 3:15 pm Full Day Student Half Day 8:25 am – 12:25 pm Full Day Substitute Half Day (AM) 8:25 am – 11:50 am Half Day Substitute Half Day (PM) 11:50 am – 3:15 pm Half Day

Nurse

Our school nurse is located on the first floor. Students expressing illness should be sent to the nurse with a brief note of explanation.


All substitutes should have clearly outlined plans and assignments for their classes. The plans should be checked prior to the beginning of school in order to insure understanding of material to be covered and procedures to be followed during the day. If plans are incomplete or materials unavailable, please contact the office. A daily master schedule is attached to this booklet. Please check this master schedule to verify your schedule for each day you are substituting.

Reporting to School

Substitutes are to report to the Main Office by 8:10 a.m. You will be given your assignment for the day along with any special instructions. At that time, you will be asked to sign an attendance card which will ensure proper payment for your services.

Student Illness or Injury

The school is staffed with a full time nurse, Mrs. Traci Redler. Her office is located on the first floor.

Illness: Students complaining of illness should be sent to the nurse using the appropriate pass. Please use your good judgment to determine this need. In case of serious illness, notify the office to send a nurse to your room.

Injury: If injury requires a nurse’s attention, send the child to the nurse’s office, or contact the office to have a nurse come to your room.

Accidents: In case of accidental injuries in class or on the playground, you will

be requested to fill out an accident report giving details of the incident. Please complete this form and return it to the nurse before leaving the building. It is also important to leave a note for the regular teacher.

Fire Drills: State law requires two fire drills per month. Signs indicating primary

and alternate fire exit routes are posted in each classroom. Please familiarize yourself with these routes before students arrive.

Students are expected to be silent and to follow directions whenever the fire alarm sounds. It is your responsibility to take the teacher’s grade book and to take attendance when you are safely outside. In addition, you are to take the green and red card with you outside. Once attendance is taken, if you have any children missing or extra children from another class, show the RED side of the card. If all students are present, show the GREEN side of the card.

Students who are away from their class when the alarm sounds have been instructed to exit the building at the nearest exit and to report to the teacher closest to that exit.

PART III

Pupil Supervision

Students are to be under active supervision of school personnel at all times. Students are not to be alone in classrooms at any time. Whenever one or more students are in a classroom, they are to be overseen by a teacher or aide.

Students are also to be actively supervised on the playground and in the cafeteria. In some situations, you may be asked to supervise one of these areas. Students have been instructed to get adult assistance when they have problems on the playground. If a child asks for your help, go with them to investigate the problem, intervene, or contact the office to request assistance from an administrator.


TITLE 18A:6-1 Corporal Punishment of Pupils

No person employed or engaged in a school or educational institution, whether public or private, shall inflict or cause to be inflicted corporal punishment upon a pupil attending such school or institution; but any such person may, within the scope of his employment, use and apply such amounts of force as is reasonable and necessary:

(1) to quell a disturbance threatening physical injury to others;

(2) to obtain possession of weapons or other dangerous objects upon the person or within control of a pupil;

(3) for the purpose of self defense; and

(4) for the protection of persons or property;

and such acts, or any of them shall not be construed to constitute corporal punishment within the meaning and intendment of this section. Every resolution, by law, rule, ordinance, or other act of authority permitting or authorizing corporal punishment to be inflicted upon a pupil attending a school or educational institution shall be void.

TITLE 18A:25-2 Authority Over Pupils


General School Rules

We expect all members of the MacFarland Intermediate School community to behave in a manner that helps us provide the appropriate atmosphere for learning. Recognizing that our students are in a time of life when personal independence and self-expression are being sought, and when much social etiquette and conflict resolution strategies still need to be learned, the administration and teachers hold firmly to the belief that it is the primary responsibility of the student body to assure that everyone finds MacFarland Intermediate to be a school of peace and safety. To this end the professional staff agrees to support standards for civility, dress grooming and social interaction. Therefore, it is important to document some of the critical expectations for the student conduct and the consequences for disregarding them. The expectation for each student is to demonstrate respect for themselves, others and their environment at all times. Failure to do so will result in disciplinary action.

Hall Rules

Walk in the halls at all times. Walk on the right side of the hall. Be reasonably quiet when walking in the hallways, as instruction occurs throughout the

day. Playground equipment is to be carried in the halls. Respect all students and teachers walking in the halls. Any act willfully causing or attempting to cause damage to the Public Access

Defibrillator (PAD) will result in disciplinary action.

Cafeteria Rules

Conduct yourself appropriately and follow the directions of cafeteria aides. Good manners are expected. Sit at your assigned homeroom table, and follow rules for getting lunch, milk and snacks. Stay in the cafeteria unless excused by a cafeteria or playground aide. Soda and candy are not permitted.

Playground Rules

No rough play allowed on the playground. Students who threaten the safety of others will not be allowed on the playground.

Do not interfere with games and equipment of other students. Organized sports games can be played at the discretion of the playground supervisors.

Students who play rough will be excluded.

Student Dress Code

It is critical that both home and school cooperate in the matter of school attire. Students may wear clothing, hairstyles and personal decorations which suit their individual sense of style and taste. However, clothing, accessories and/or decorations, which interfere with order or harmony or distract from the educational program will not be allowed. Inappropriate dress can be disruptive or distracting to the educational process and the school administration reserves the right to make the final decision regarding appropriate dress in school. The regulations regarding student attire are as follows:

Student attire should be school appropriate, neat, clean and reflecting an appearance of modesty, clothing with inappropriate pictures, liquor advertisements, sexually suggestive messages, profanity, tobacco, gang affiliation slogans,

Offensive or obscene symbols, signs or slogans, degrading any race, societal group color, creed, religion, gender, ancestry, national origin, social or economical status, sexual orientation or people with disabilities is not permitted,

Buttons, pins and other accessories are permitted, as long as they comply with the above mentioned regulations and do not cause disruption, disorder, or a danger,

Bare midriff, crop tops which expose the abdominal area, halter-tops, spaghetti straps, tube tops, and tank tops with straps that are less than one inch wide are not permitted,

Clothing which is extremely tight or transparent is not permitted, Very short shorts, very short skirts and/or very short culottes are not permitted, Shorts should be worn only when it is temperature appropriate, No apparel which reveals undergarments or promotes immodesty is permitted, Sneakers with backs are always to be worn when in gym, Articles which can cause damage to other students and/or property, are not permitted, Radios, tapes or CD players are not allowed, No hats are to be worn in school, If flip flops, or backless shoes are worn, students must bring an additional set of shoes to

participate in recess and physical education class. No pajama bottoms are permitted.

Students who are in violation of the dress code will be sent to the office and given an opportunity to change into more appropriate dress. If a student does not have a change of clothing, he or she will be asked to call home to request a change of clothes to be brought to the building. The student will not be allowed to return to class until dressed appropriately.

General Rules

Weapons of any kind are strictly prohibited. This includes knives, cap guns, water pistols, etc. Police will be notified of any kind brought to school.

Fighting is not permitted and will result in consequences. Courtesy and politeness are expected in your relationships with school staff members

and classmates. Treat others, as you want others to treat you. Profane or vulgar language will not be accepted. Telephones, bicycles, toys, trading cards, radios, CD players, breath spray, aerosol cans,

paint balls, spray cans, matches or lighters, beepers, cell phones, laser lights, etc. should not be brought to school. These items will be confiscated and returned only to a parent / guardian.

Selling of any items including candy, stickers, etc. is not permitted. Gum chewing or eating candy in the school or bus is not permitted. Snow, rocks, sticks, and other objects should not to be picked up, kicked, or thrown. Written or graphic material referring to or displaying violent nature is not permitted and

will be confiscated.

Assembly Rules

Assemblies and other special events are a privilege. Attendance at such programs may be denied to students for inappropriate behavior or to those who owe assignments at the discretion of the administration.

Be respectful to staff, performers, speakers, and fellow students. Remain quiet and attentive. Remain seated. Use the restroom only if it is an emergency. Applaud and respond appropriately.

Self Defense

Self defense is an action to prevent injury to oneself. When a defensive action causes excessive harm to the offender, or it is known to be the result of instigation by the claimant, such defensive action will be considered return aggression. RETURN AGGRESSION will incur the same consequence as mutually combative/assault related behavior.

Teasing and Harassment

Students in Bordentown schools are expected to treat one another with respect regardless of gender, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, or sexual orientation. Inappropriate

touching, gender bias, racial comments and/or jokes, and name calling of any kind are not permitted on the way to and from school or on school property. All instances of such harassment must be reported to the classroom teacher and administration, as per stated in Board Policy 4105. Parents will be contacted and appropriate action will be taken. Interventions include, but are not limited to: contacting district and local authorities, supportive counseling, detentions, and suspensions. Contact the Affirmative Action Officer at 298-0025, ext. 1202, or school administration for further information.

Consequences

Students who do not follow the rules will have consequences for their misbehavior. Punishments will vary according to the frequency and severity of the misbehavior. Consequences may include detentions at lunchtime, before or after school detention, loss of school activities, in-school suspension, and out-of-school suspension.

Parents will receive a Notice of Disciplinary Action, letter, or telephone call whenever a detention or more severe punishment is given. Disciplinary notices must be signed by a parent/guardian and returned to school the next day. Further disciplinary action may be taken, if a student fails to return the notices unsigned or late. Parents may appeal a suspension to the principal. This should occur immediately so a decision can be rendered before the suspension begins.

Conclusion

Your day here at MacFarland Intermediate can be a great one. Enter into the classroom with a positive attitude, knowing that you will make a difference today. Please follow the teacher’s plans to the best of your ability. Make sure that at the conclusion of the day, you complete the substitute form to leave a detailed note to the teacher you are substituting for indicating:

Material you covered Material you didn’t get to Students that were helpful Students that caused problems Questions you may have had

Thank you again for providing this invaluable service to our MacFarland Intermediate School community. We hope to see you again, and that you have a wonderful day.






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Clara Barton

Elementary School


2012‐2013

Dear Substitute Teacher:

Welcome to Clara Barton School! You provide a very important service to us when you accept the responsibility for carrying on the instructional programs for our children during the absence of the regular classroom teacher.

This handbook has been prepared to help you have a productive day and to familiarize you with procedures within the building. The guide is organized into three sections:


Part three also includes some specific details of classroom routines provided by the teacher for who you are substituting. An index for easy reference to specific items follows part three.

We at Clara Barton School value the services you provide for us and hope that this manual will help make your assignment productive and enjoyable. Please feel free to ask any member of our team – custodial, clerical, paraprofessional, teaching, and/or administrative – for clarification or for more detailed information.

Sincerely,

Daniel J. Riether Daniel J. Riether Principal

To: Substitute Teachers at Clara Barton School Clara Barton Elementary School

MemoFrom: Daniel J. Riether, Principal

Date: January 24, 2013

Re: Welcome!

PART I


As a substitute, you are an important member of our instructional staff. In a regular teacher’s absence, you are called upon to carry on daily instruction and guide the children throughout the day. We thank you in advance for your efforts.


A great substitute:

1. NEVER leaves the students unsupervised. 2. Takes FIRM, POSITIVE control over the class. 3. Makes EVERY effort to complete the work assigned by the regular teacher. 4. Interacts with students in a FAVORABLE manner. 5. Maintains SELF CONTROL. 6. Conducts themselves in a manner which demonstrates the ENJOYMENT of

teaching. 7. Gives pupils a POSITIVE impression of helpfulness and not of merely marking

time. 8. Maintains a proper learning environment and refers individual students to the

administrative staff only when they become an impediment to this process. 9. Informs the main office secretary if/when he/she leaves the building for any

reason.

Disruptive students are not to remain in the classroom. Should you encounter any student who challenges your authority, they are to be sent to the Main Office with a note explaining the situation. Each classroom permits immediate contact with the office by using the telephone in the classroom and dialing the Front Office and dialing extension 3102.

PART II

General School Procedures/Problem Solvers

After School Activities

If you have any questions as to whether or not after school activities will be held, please contact the office for information. Children who request information relative to programs or their after school arrangements should be sent to the office. This is most important!

A-V/Equipment

Please check the teacher’s lesson plans for the day secure necessary equipment prior to 8:25 a.m. should the plans require the use of a projector, VCR, overhead, filmstrips, or videocassette equipment. Students are not permitted to move A-V equipment within the building.

Bus Students

Students are dismissed at 3:15pm. Bus students are to report to the All Purpose Room and are escorted by teachers and aides who are assigned Bus Duty. You are to walk the rest of the class down for dismissal on the back playground.

Cafeteria

The cafeteria provides nutritious lunches at a reasonable cost. Your lunch period is shown on your daily schedule. The teacher’s room is located on the first floor is for your dining. K/1st Grade lunch is from 11:00-11:45am. 2nd/3rd grade lunch is from 11:45-12:30pm. Students are to be actively supervised in the cafeteria. In emergency situations you may be asked to supervise one of these areas.


Each classroom has a telephone. Using this phone, dial 3102 to contact the Main Office.

Custodians Should you have an emergency in your room requiring custodial assistance, please contact the main office via the phone.

Dress Proper attire is required for substitute teachers. Unless a substitute is replacing a PE teacher, no shorts permitted to be worn by staff members or other inappropriate attire is to be worn.

Duty Schedule

As you sign-in, please check with the main office to determine if the teacher you are substituting for has a duty assignment.

Evacuation Plans

Please be sure when entering the classroom to locate the white evacuation binder. Please familiarize yourself with the information prior to the start of the day.

Fire Drill Procedure

The attached diagram shows the appropriate exit for your classroom. Familiarize yourself with this information prior to the beginning of the school day. Windows and doors should be closed and lights out. You will need to account for every child before returning to the building.

Inclement Weather – Following Lunch

An announcement will be made from the office by 10:55 a.m. notifying all staff of the decision (inside or outside).

Injuries Should a child suffer any appearance of a serious injury, contact the office immediately. Do not move the child should there be a head injury or the possibility of any broken bones.

Length of Day

TYPE OF DAY TIMES PAY RATE

Full, Normal Day 8:20 am – 3:20 pm Full Day

Half Day 8:20 am – 12:25 pm Full Day

Substitute Half Day (AM) 8:20 am – 12:00 pm Half Day

Substitute Half Day (PM) 11:40 am– 3:20 pm Half Day

Nurse

Our school nurse is located on the first floor near the cafeteria entrance. Students expressing illness should be sent to the nurse with a brief note of explanation.


All substitutes should have clearly outlines plans and assignments for their classes. The plans should be checked prior to the beginning of school in order to insure understanding of material to be covered and procedures to be followed during the day. If plans are incomplete or materials unavailable, please contact the office and so indicate on the substitute report. A daily master schedule is attached to this booklet. Please check this master schedule to verify your schedule for each day you are substituting.

Reporting to School

Substitutes are to report to the Main Office by 8:20 a.m. You will be given your assignment for the day along with any special instructions. At that time, you will be asked to sign an attendance card which will ensure proper payment for your services.


The school is staffed with a nurse. This office is located on the first floor, around the corner from the All Purpose Room.



Accidents: In case of accidental injuries in class or on the playground, you will be requested to fill out an accident report giving details of the incident. Please complete this form and return it to a nurse before leaving the building. It is also important to leave a note for the regular teacher.

Fire Drills: State law requires two fire drills per month. Signs indicating primary and alternate fire exit routes are posted in each classroom. Please familiarize yourself with these routes before students arrive. Students are expected to be silent and to follow directions whenever the fire alarm sounds. It is your responsibility to take the teacher’s grade book and to take attendance when you are safely outside. In addition, you are to take the green and red card with you outside. Once attendance is taken, if you have any children missing or extra children

from another class, show the RED side of the card. If all students are present, show the GREEN side of the card.

Students who are away from their class when the alarm sounds have been instructed to exit the building at the nearest exit and to report the teacher closest to that exit.

PART III

Pupil Supervision


Students are also to be actively supervised on the playground and in the cafeteria. In some situations, you may be asked to supervise one of these areas. Students have been instructed to get adult assistance when they have problems on the playground. If a child asks for your help, go with them to investigate the problem, intervene, or contact the office to request assistance from an administrator.






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It is expected that all members of the Clara Barton School community behave in a manner that helps provide the appropriate atmosphere for learning. As such, we have taken measures to instill positive character traits in students, the encouragement needed to make good choices showing respect for oneself and others as well as taking pride and ownership in the school. Our programs include but are not limited to school-wide character education, adult-student mentoring partnerships, clubs and activities, etc. In addition to fostering and promoting a positive school climate, committees such as the Intervention and Referral Services Team meet weekly to address student issues; both academic and behavioral. Teachers, parents and support personnel work together to develop positive plans of action for students in need of academic/behavioral remediation. These plans are implemented and revisited frequently in order to offer students the greatest possible degree of scholastic success. The CBS Student Code of Conduct is established to achieve the following purposes: 1.) Foster the health, safety and social/emotional well being of students 2.) Support the establishment and maintenance of civil, safe, secure, supportive and

disciplined school environments conducive to learning 3.) Promote achievement of high academic standards 4.) Prevent the occurrence of problem behaviors 5.) Establish parameters for the intervention and remediation of student behaviors at all

stages of identification 6.) Establish parameters for school responses to violations of the code of students

conduct that take into account, at a minimum, the severity of offenses, the developmental ages of the student offenders and students’ histories of inappropriate behaviors.

Note the following: Students will be provided with advanced notification of the consequences for

violating school rules. All discipline cases will be handled on an individual basis. All students will have the right to due process.

HALL RULES Walk in the halls at all times. Walk on the right side of the hall. Be reasonably quiet when walking in the hallways, as instruction occurs throughout

the day. Playground equipment is to be carried in the halls. Respect all students and teachers walking in the halls. Hands are to be kept at your sides.

Any act willfully causing or attempting to cause damage to the Public Access Defibrillator (PAD) or activation of a false fire alarm will result in disciplinary action.

CAFETERIA RULES Conduct yourself appropriately and follow the directions of cafeteria aides. Good manners are expected. Sit at an assigned table, and follow rules for getting lunch, milk and snacks. Stay in the cafeteria unless excused by a cafeteria or playground aide. Money lending and or sharing is not permitted.

PLAYGROUND RULES No rough play allowed on the playground. Students who threaten the safety of

others will not be allowed on the playground. Do not interfere with games and equipment of other students. Organized sports games can be played at the discretion of the playground

supervisors. Students who play rough will be excluded. Students with crutches, casts or other medical conditions that may be aggravated

by physical activity; running, jumping, kicking etc. will be excluded from recess until such time a physician’s note is presented allowing them to resume normal activities.*

* The same applies to physical education classes. STUDENT DRESS CODE It is critical that both home and school cooperate in the matter of school attire. Students may wear clothing, hairstyles and personal decorations which suit their individual sense of style and taste. However, clothing, accessories and/or decorations, which interfere with order or harmony or distract from the educational program will not be allowed. Inappropriate dress can be disruptive or distracting to the educational process and the school administration reserves the right to make the final decision regarding appropriate dress in school. The regulations regarding student attire are as follows: Student attire should be school appropriate, neat, clean and reflecting an

appearance of modesty, Clothing with inappropriate pictures, liquor advertisements, messages, profanity,

tobacco, gang affiliation slogans, offensive or obscene symbols, signs or slogans degrading any race, societal group

color, creed, religion, gender, ancestry, national origin, social or economical status, sexual orientation or people with disabilities is not permitted,

Buttons, pins and other accessories are permitted, as long as they comply with the above mentioned regulations and do not cause disruption, disorder, or a danger,

Bare midriff, crop tops which expose the abdominal area, halter-tops, spaghetti straps, tube tops, and tank tops with straps that are less than one inch wide are not permitted,

Clothing which is extremely tight or transparent is not permitted, Very short shorts, very short skirts and/or very short culottes are not permitted, Shorts should be worn only when it is temperature appropriate, No apparel which reveals undergarments or promotes immodesty is permitted, Sneakers with backs are always to be worn when in gym, Articles which can cause damage to other students and/or property, are not

permitted, No hats are to be worn in school Flip flops, slides (soccer sandals), heeled shoes, and clogs are not

permitted because of safety reasons (stairs, recess, etc.); Note: Students may wear sandals with a secure back strap.

No pajama bottoms are permitted. Students who are in violation of the dress code will be sent to the office and given an opportunity to change into more appropriate dress. If a student does not have a change of clothing, he or she will be asked to call home to request a change of clothes to be brought to the building. The student will not be allowed to return to class until dressed appropriately. GENERAL RULES Weapons of any kind are strictly prohibited. This includes knives, cap

guns, water pistols, etc. Police will be notified of any kind brought to school.

Fighting is not permitted and will result in consequences. Courtesy and politeness are expected in your relationships with school staff

members and classmates. Treat others as you want others to treat you. Profane, vulgar or threatening language will not be accepted. Selling of any items including candy, stickers, etc. is not permitted. Gum chewing or eating candy in the school or bus is not permitted. Snow, rocks, sticks, and other objects should not to be picked up, kicked, or

thrown. Written or graphic material referring to or displaying violent nature is not permitted

and will be confiscated. School authorities have the right to impose consequences on students for conduct

away from school grounds including on a school bus or off campus student/school sponsored function.

Cellular telephones, toys, trading cards, radios, CD players, I-Pods, breath spray, aerosol cans, paint balls, spray cans, matches/lighters, pagers, laser lights, etc. should not be brought to school. These items will be confiscated and returned only to a parent / guardian.

Note: BRSD does not condone the possession and or use of cellular telephones by students. We strongly encourage parents to contact the school if there is an emergency and they need to speak to their child. In addition, school phones may be used by students if there is an urgent need to contact a parent/guardian. Cellular Telephones confiscated from students will only be returned to parents following the first offense. Subsequent offenses will be considered willful/deliberate disobedience. Appropriate disciplinary actions will be taken in such cases.

ASSEMBLY RULES Assemblies and other special events are a privilege. Attendance at such programs may be denied to students for inappropriate behavior or to those who owe assignments at the discretion of the administration. Be respectful to staff, performers, speakers, and fellow students. Remain quiet and attentive. Remain seated. Use the restroom only if it is an emergency. Applaud and respond appropriately

BUS RULES & PROCEDURES

Riding the bus to/from school is a privilege. It is expected that all students cooperate with the bus driver while traveling to and from school. Frequent or flagrant violations of safety rules or regulations on the buses will result in disciplinary action by the administration. Students who do not respond to disciplinary measures will be removed from the bus for a period of time, which may extend throughout the school year. In such cases, the parent of the child will become responsible for transporting the child to and from school.

Students are to walk to the bus from the bus stop and from the school building. Upon finding their assigned seat, students are expected to sit down and fasten their

safety belt Students may change seats on the bus only with the permission from the bus

driver. Everyone must remain seated while the bus is in operation. On buses equipped with seat belts, the belts must be worn at all times. It is the LAW.

Talking is permitted on the bus at a reasonable level. Shouting, whistling, use of bad language, etc. is not permitted.

Under no circumstances may pupils put their hands, arms, or heads out of the windows of the bus.

Pupils are expected to treat the buses with care. Eating/drinking is not permitted on the bus.

Buses will stop to pick up and drop off pupils at designated bus stops only. Requests for stops other than designated stops cannot be honored.

Students are to walk on the sidewalks, not on the grass of homeowner’s lawns. Safety is the rule at all times.

Self Defense

Self defense is an action to prevent injury to oneself. When a defensive action causes excessive harm to the offender, or it is known to be the result of instigation by the claimant, such defensive action will be considered return aggression. RETURN AGGRESSION will incur the same consequence as mutually combative/assault related behavior.


Students in Bordentown schools are expected to treat one another with respect regardless of gender, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, or sexual orientation. Inappropriate touching, gender bias, racial comments and/or jokes, and name calling of any kind are not permitted on the way to and from school or on school property. All instances of such harassment must be reported to the classroom teacher and administration, as per stated in Board Policy 4105. Parents will be contacted and appropriate action will be taken. Interventions include, but are not limited to: contacting district and local authorities, supportive counseling, detentions, and suspensions. Contact the Affirmative Action Officer at 298-0676, ext. 3102, or school administration for further information.

Consequences

Students who do not follow the rules will have consequences for their misbehavior. Punishments will vary according to the frequency and severity of the misbehavior. Consequences may include detentions at lunchtime, before or after school detention, loss of school activities, in-school suspension, and out-of-school suspension.


Conclusion

Your day here at Clara Barton can be a great one. Enter into the classroom with a positive attitude, knowing that you will make a difference today. Please follow the teacher’s plans to the best of your ability. Make sure that at the conclusion of the day, you complete the substitute form to leave a detailed note to the teacher you are substituting for indicating:


Thank you again for providing this invaluable service to our Clara Barton community. We hope to see you again, and that you have a wonderful day.






Date: ____________________________________________________



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Peter Muschal

Elementary School


2012‐2013

Peter Muschal Elementary School

To: Substitute Teachers at Peter Muschal School

From: Robin Blue, Assistant Principal

Re: Welcome

Dear Substitute Teacher: Welcome to Peter Muschal Elementary School! You provide a very important service to us when you accept the responsibility for carrying on the instructional programs for our children during the absence of the regular classroom teacher. This handbook has been prepared to help you have a productive day and to familiarize you with procedures within the building. The guide is organized into three sections:


Part three also includes some specific details of classroom routines provided by the teacher for who you are substituting. An index for easy reference to specific items follows part three. We at Peter Muschal School value the services you provide for us and hope that this manual will help make your assignment productive and enjoyable. Please feel free to ask any member of our team – custodial, clerical, paraprofessional, teaching, and/or administrative – for clarification or for more detailed information. Sincerely, Robin Blue Assistant Principal

PART I


Again, welcome to the Peter Muschal School. As a substitute, you are an important member of our instructional staff. In a regular teacher’s absence, you are called upon to carry on daily instruction and guide the children throughout the day. We thank you in advance for your efforts.


A great substitute:

1. NEVER leaves the students unsupervised. 2. Takes FIRM, POSITIVE control over the class. 3. Makes EVERY effort to complete the work assigned by the regular teacher. 4. Interacts with students in a FAVORABLE manner. 5. Maintains SELF CONTROL. 6. Conducts themselves in a manner which demonstrates the ENJOYMENT of

teaching. 7. Gives pupils a POSITIVE impression of helpfulness and not of merely marking

time. 8. Maintains a proper learning environment and refers individual students to the

administrative staff only when they become an impediment to this process.

Disruptive students are not to remain in the classroom. Should you encounter any student who challenges your authority, they are to be sent to the Office of Student Services with a note explaining the situation. Each classroom permits immediate contact with the office through the use of the telephone in the classroom and dialing the Office of Student Services (Ext. 4112).

PART II

General School Procedures

Reporting to School

Substitutes are to report to the Office of Student Services by 8:30 a.m. You will be given your assignment for the day along with any special instructions. At that time, you will be asked to sign an attendance card which will ensure proper payment for your services.

Length of Day

TYPE OF DAY TIMES PAY RATE

Full, Normal Day 8:30 am – 3:30 pm Full Day

Student Half Day 8:30 am – 1:00 pm Full Day

Substitute Half Day (AM) 8:33 am – 12:00 pm Half Day

Substitute Half Day (PM) 12:00 pm – 3:30 pm Half Day


Each classroom has a telephone near the door. This will allow you to contact the main office. To contact the office, call ext. 4100. When someone responds, speak in a normal tone from anywhere in the room.

Each classroom has a telephone. Using this phone, dial 4112 to contact the Office of Student Services and begin talking.


The school is staffed with a nurse, Mrs. Linda Eaton. Her office is located at the top of the ramps (Room 138).



Accidents: In case of accidental injuries in class or on the playground, you will be requested to fill out an accident report giving details of the incident. Please complete this form and return it to a nurse before leaving the building. It is also important to leave a note for the regular teacher.

Fire Drills: State law requires two fire drills per month. Signs indicating primary and alternate fire exit routes are posted in each classroom. Please familiarize yourself with these routes before students arrive.

Students are expected to be silent and to follow directions whenever the fire alarm sounds. It is your responsibility to take the teacher’s grade book and to take attendance when you are safely outside. In addition, you are to take the green and red card with you outside. Once attendance is taken, if you have any children missing or extra children from another class, show the RED side of the card. If all students are present, show the GREEN side of the card.

Students who are away from their class when the alarm sounds have been instructed to exit the building at the nearest exit and to report the teacher closest to that exit.

PART III

Pupil Supervision


Students are also to be actively supervised on the playground and in the cafeteria. In some situations, you may be asked to supervise one of these areas. Students have been instructed to get adult assistance when they have problems on the playground. If a child asks for your help, go with them to investigate the problem, intervene, or contact the office to request assistance from and administration.






(3) for the purpose of self defense; and (4) for the protection of persons or property;


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We expect all members of the Peter Muschal School community to behave in a manner that helps us provide the appropriate atmosphere for learning. Recognizing that our students are in a time of life when personal independence and self-expression are being sought, and when much social etiquette and conflict resolution strategies still need to be learned, the administration and teachers hold firmly to the belief that it is the primary responsibility of the student body to assure that everyone finds Peter Muschal to be a school of peace and safety. To this end the professional staff agrees to support standards for civility, dress grooming and social interaction. Therefore, it is important to document some of the critical expectations for the student conduct and the consequences for disregarding them. The expectation for each student is to demonstrate respect for themselves, others and their environment at all times. Failure to do so will result in disciplinary action. Peter Muschal functions around two basic principles:

RESPECT YOURSELF & OTHERS

FOLLOW DIRECTIONS.

Hall Rules

Walk in the halls at all times. Walk on the right side of the hall. Be reasonably quiet when walking in the hallways, as instruction occurs

throughout the day. Playground equipment is to be carried in the halls Respect all students and teachers walking in the halls Any act willfully causing or attempting to cause damage to the Public Access

Defibrilator (PAD) will result in disciplinary action.

Cafeteria Rules

Conduct yourself appropriately and follow the directions of cafeteria aides. Good manners are expected. Sit at your assigned homeroom table, and follow rules for getting lunch, milk

and snacks. Stay in the cafeteria unless excused by a cafeteria or playground aide. Soda and candy are not permitted

Playground Rules

No rough play allowed on the playground. Students who threaten the safety of others will not be allowed on the playground.

Do not interfere with games and equipment of other students. Organized sports games can be played at the discretion of the playground

supervisors. Students who play rough will be excluded.

Student Dress Code

It is critical that both home and school cooperate in the matter of school attire. Students may wear clothing, hairstyles and personal decorations which suit their individual sense of style and taste. However, clothing, accessories and/or decorations, which interfere with order or harmony or distract from the educational program will not be allowed. Inappropriate dress can be disruptive or distracting to the educational process and the school administration reserves the right to make the final decision regarding appropriate dress in school. The regulations regarding student attire are as follows:

Student attire should be school appropriate, neat, clean and reflecting an appearance of modesty, Clothing with inappropriate pictures, liquor advertisements, sexually suggestive messages, profanity, tobacco, gang affiliation slogans.

Offensive or obscene symbols, signs or slogans, degrading any race, societal group color, creed, religion, gender, ancestry, national origin, social or economical status, sexual orientation or people with disabilities is not permitted.

Buttons, pins and other accessories are permitted, as long as they comply with the above mentioned regulations and do not cause disruption, disorder, or a danger.

Bare midriff, crop tops which expose the abdominal area, halter-tops, spaghetti straps, tube tops, and tank tops with straps that are less than one inch wide are not permitted.

Clothing which is extremely tight or transparent is not permitted. Very short shorts, very short skirts and/or very short culottes are not permitted. Shorts should be worn only when it is temperature appropriate. No apparel which reveals undergarments or promotes immodesty is permitted. Sneakers with backs are always to be worn when in gym. Articles which can cause damage to other students and/or property, are not

permitted. Radios, tapes or CD players are not allowed. No hats are to be worn in school. No pajama bottoms are permitted.

Students who are in violation of the dress code will be sent to the office and given an opportunity to change into more appropriate dress. If a student does not have a change of clothing, he or she will be asked to call home to request a change of clothes to be brought to the building. The student will not be allowed to return to class until dressed appropriate

General Rules

Weapons of any kind are strictly prohibited. This includes knives, cap guns, water pistols, etc. Police will be notified of any kind brought to school.

Fighting is not permitted and will result in consequences. Courtesy and politeness are expected in your relationships with school staff

members and classmates. Treat others, as you want others to treat you. Profane or vulgar language will not be accepted. Telephones, bicycles, toys, trading cards, radios, CD players, breath spray,

aerosol cans, paint balls, spray cans, matches or lighters, beepers, cell phones, laser lights, etc. should not be brought to school. These items will be confiscated and returned only to a parent / guardian.

Selling of any items including candy, stickers, etc. is not permitted. Gum chewing or eating candy in the school or bus is not permitted. Snow, rocks, sticks, and other objects should not to be picked up, kicked, or

thrown. Written or graphic material referring to or displaying violent nature is not

permitted and will be confiscated.

Assembly Rules

Assemblies and other special events are a privilege. Attendance at such programs may be denied to students for inappropriate behavior or to those who owe assignments at the discretion of the administration.

Be respectful to staff, performers, speakers, and fellow students. Remain quiet and attentive. Remain seated. Use the restroom only if it is an emergency. Applaud and respond appropriately

Self Defense

Self defense is an action to prevent injury to oneself. When a defensive action causes excessive harm to the offender, or it is known to be the result of instigation by the claimant, such defensive action will be considered return aggression. RETURN AGGRESSION will incur the same consequence as mutually combative/assaultive behavior.


Students in Bordentown schools are expected to treat one another with respect regardless of gender, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, or sexual orientation. Inappropriate touching, gender bias, racial comments and/or jokes, and name calling of any kind are not permitted on the way to and from school or on school property. All instances of such harassment must be reported to the classroom teacher and administration, as per stated in Board Policy 4105. Parents will be contacted and appropriate action will be taken. Interventions include, but are not limited to: contacting district and local authorities, supportive counseling, detentions, and suspensions. Contact the Affirmative Action Officer at 298-0676, ext. 3143, or school administration for further information.

Consequences

Students who do not follow the rules will have consequences for their misbehavior. Punishments will vary according to the frequency and severity of the misbehavior.

Consequences may include detentions at lunchtime, before or after school detention, loss of school activities, in-school suspension, and out-of-school suspension. Under no circumstance should students be placed outside of any classroom unsupervised. Please contact the main office if you need assistance ext. 4100.


Conclusion

Your day here at Peter Muschal can be a great one. Enter into the classroom with a positive attitude, knowing that you will make a difference today. Please follow the teacher’s plans to the best of your ability. Please leave a detailed note to the teacher you are substituting for indicating:


Thank you again for providing this invaluable service to our Peter Muschal community. We hope to see you again, and that you have a wonderful day.


REPORTING SUBSTITUTE TEACHER FORMS






Date: ____________________________________________________



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SUBSTITUTE EVALUATION FORM Bordentown Regional School District

Substitute Teacher: __________________________________ Work Date(s) ______________ Classroom Teacher: ________________________ Principal: __________________________ Data Sources (check all applicable): ____classroom teacher report ____classroom Observation

____conversation with substitute ____reports from faculty ____staff reports

____student reports ____parent reports ____physical evidence

INSTRUCTIONS: Rate the Substitute Teacher’s performance on any of the criteria for which you feel you have appropriate data. Please use the following scale: 1 = unsatisfactory 2 = satisfactory 3 = commendable 4 = not observed

I. INTERPERSONAL SKILLS 1. ________ Establishes an appropriate level of rapport with students. 2. ________ Establishes and maintains student discipline in an environment conducive to

teaching and learning. 3. ________ Is courteous to staff and students. COMMENTS:________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ II. INSTRUCTIONAL SKILLS 1. ________ Clearly articulates the procedures and goals of the lesson to be taught. 2. ________ Makes efficient and meaningful use of instructional time. 3. ________ Adequately interprets and implements instructional plans prescribed by the classroom teacher. COMMENTS:________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ III. LOGISTICAL SKILLS 1. ________ Understands and follows rules, procedures and routines required of substitute teachers, in general, and of the school, in particular. 2. ________ Completes end-of-day reports for the classroom teacher. COMMENTS:________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________

IV. PROFESSIONAL SKILLS 1. ________ Arrives promptly and stays until all duties are complete. 2. ________ Makes appropriate referrals to the building administrator(s) and other professional persons. COMMENTS: ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________

CHECK ONE This Substitute Teacher is RECOMMENDED for a return visit to my (check one) ________ school ________ classroom This Substitute Teacher is NOT RECOMMENDED for a return visit to my (check one) ________ school ________ classroom Signature: ________________________________________ Date: ________________ Forward to: District Office, Attn: Wilma Mitchell-Carter

Bordentown Regional School District

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ACCESS AGREEMENT

I, _________________________________, as a substitute in the Bordentown Regional School District, am aware of the significant responsibilities associated with the use of information technology and the Internet. By my signature below, I certify that I have read the following policies, that I understand them and that I agree to be bound by them. Specifically, I agree to:

1) Use district Informational Technology Resources for education purposes only. 2) Treat with respect and exercise reasonable care in the use of all district computer hardware, software and communications resources. 3) Not reveal to anyone else passwords or other access codes assigned to me so that I may use the Information Technology Resources of the district; not to trespass in another’s folders, work or files for any reason. 4) Make responsible, cost effective use of district consumable supplies such as paper, electronic media and printer ink and toner. 5) Not develop, acquire, display or transmit any material by electronic means or hardcopy that could be considered by a reasonable person in our community as obscene, racist, abusive, degrading to men or women by gender or demonstrating intolerance or prejudice toward any ethnic or religious group. 6) Not use district technology resources to support political or religious causes or support candidates for public, elected office.

7) Not to violate copyright laws. Unless authorized by the Technology Department…

1) Make no attempt to in any way, alter, modify, upgrade, or repair any district hardware, including, but not limited to, computers, interface cards, monitors, printers, scanners, wiring, or cabling. 2) Make no attempt to damage, modify or upgrade any district software; 3) Make no attempt to install software of any kind on any district computer or network or download and install programs of any kind to any district computers.

Technology is a powerful tool that can enhance instruction. All classrooms are equipped with computers that have Internet access. The district has installed filtering software to block sites that are considered inappropriate. The filtering software currently used is Marshall 8e6. Although the software is highly effective each and every staff member

maintains the responsibility to closely monitor student use of the Internet when that student is assigned to him/her. If a staff member suspects any misuse of technology by a student, the staff member will report that suspicion to the building principal or designee.

Each staff member will:

1. Receive an e-mail account that is assigned by the district. E-mail IS NOT PRIVATE and may be monitored by the school district.

2. Be given a password to access the computer system. In accepting this password, the staff member agrees to keep if confidential and report any breaches of security to building principal or designee.

3. Contact appropriate supervisors or school administrator if special provisions are needed such as the establishment of individual or group student e-mail accounts that would enhance instruction.

4. Report and malfunction or hardware problem to the district Technology Department via the online reporting system.

5. Note: the use of the computer, including the Internet/ E-mail connections is closely monitored and IS NOT PRIVATE. Network storage space, called home directories, is provided for every staff member and is treated as lockers. The home directories are closely monitored and may be inspected at anytime if there is reason to believe that there is a difficulty. This means the Network Administrator reviews files and communications contained in the home directories to maintain system integrity and insure that users are using the system consistent with district policy. User should not expect that files stored on district servers will always be private.

6. If a staff member inadvertently accesses an inappropriate site, it must be reported immediately to the Director of Technology.

BORDENTOWN REGIONAL SCHOOL

DISTRICT

Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying

Polices

AUGUST 2011

Published on Teaching Tolerance (http://www.tolerance.org) Home > Bullying: Guidelines for Teachers

Bullying: Guidelines for Teachers Some anti-bullying policies actually do more harm than good. Educators can use the following tips to intervene appropriately when bullying occurs.

THE DO's:

Stop the bullying immediately. Stand between the bullied student and the bully(ies), blocking eye contact. Don't send any bystanders away. To avoid escalating the tension, wait until later to sort out the facts. Talk to the parties involved separately once they are calm.

Refer to school rules regarding bullying. Speak in a matter-of-fact tone of voice to describe what you heard or saw. Let all students know bullying is always unacceptable.

Support the bullied child. Do this in a way that allows him or her dignity and to feel safe from retaliation. Make a point to see the child later in private if he or she is upset. Increase supervision to assure bullying is not repeated.

Offer guidance to bystanders. Let them know how they might appropriately intervene or get help next time. Tell them you noticed their inaction or that you're pleased with the way they tried to help.

Impose immediate consequences. Wait until all parties have calmed down. Do not require that students apologize or make amends that may be insincere. The consequences should be logical and connected to the offense. A first step could be taking away social privileges i.e. recess or lunch in the cafeteria.

Notify colleagues and parents. Let the bully know he or she is being watched.

Follow up and intervene as necessary. Support the bullied child and the bully, enabling them to vent feelings and recognize their own

behavior. The bully may need to learn new methods of using his or her power and influence in the classroom.

THE DON'Ts:

Do not confuse bullying with conflict. Bullying is a form of victimization, and addressing it as a "conflict" downplays the negative behavior and the seriousness of the effects. Educators should strive to send the message that "no one deserves to be bullied," and to let the bully know the behavior is wholly inappropriate.

Do not use peer mediation. It can be very upsetting for a child who has been bullied to face his or her tormentor in mediation. Giving both parties an equal voice can empower the bully and make the bullied student feel worse. In addition, there is no evidence that peer mediation is effective in stopping bullying.

Do not use group treatment for bullies. Some schools use therapeutic strategies such as anger management, skill-building, empathy-building and self-esteem building to reach the bully. In practice, group members can actually reinforce each others' bullying and antisocial behavior.

Adapted from "Misdirections in Bullying Prevention and Intervention," and other tip sheets by Stop Bullying Now! [1], a website dedicated to helping youth "take a stand" and "lend a hand."

Related activities:

Warning Signs [2] A Contract on Bullying [3]

Classroom Strategies School Climate Social Studies Professional Development Science and Health

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Source URL: http://www.tolerance.org/activity/bullying-guidelines-teachers

Links: [1] http://stopbullyingnow.hrsa.gov/ [2] http://www.tolerance.org/activity/warning-signs [3] http://www.tolerance.org/activity/contract-bullying

Teaching Tolerance (http:www.tolerance.org)

Warning Signs

These subtle clues can help you identify a child in need.

Your student may be bullied if he or she:

leaves school with torn, damaged or missing clothing, books or other belongings; has unexplained cuts, bruises, and scratches; has few, if any, friends with whom to spend time; seems afraid to be in school, leave school, ride the school bus, or take part in organized

activities with peers; has lost interest in school work or suddenly begins to perform poorly; appears sad, moody, teary or depressed; complains frequently of headaches, stomach aches, or other physical ailments; or avoids the cafeteria and/or doesn't eat.

Related activities:

Bullying: Guidelines for Teachers Bullying: Tips for Students

Level: Pre K to K Grades 1 to 2 Grades 3 to 5 Grades 6 to 8 Grades 9 to 12

Please read sign and return this page to Bordentown Regional School District Office, Att: Ms. Wilma Mitchell-Carter. Substitute Handbook I have received and reviewed the Bordentown Regional School District Substitute Handbook. I understand that I am to become familiar with the BRSD policies and procedures contained in this handbook. Computer Acceptable Use I understand that the Internet is a worldwide group of hundreds of thousands of computer networks. I know that the Bordentown Regional School District does not control the content of these Internet Networks. As a substitute teacher and/or aide I understand that I may not use the Internet while at a Bordentown Regional School District school unless using the Internet is part of the lesson plans that the teacher has arranged for me to follow. Under no circumstances will I use the Internet/Email if it is not part of the instruction the teacher has prepared for that day. I agree to read the BRSD Network Acceptable Us Policy contained in the Substitute Handbook so that I understand district guidelines regarding Internet/Email use. Notice of Reasonable Assurance of Continued Employment This office provides notice of reasonable assurance of continued employment for the upcoming school year with the district when each school term resumes after a school break. By virtue of this notice, please understand that you may not be eligible for unemployment compensation benefits during any scheduled school breaks including, but not limited to, summer, winter, and spring breaks. This reasonable assurance is contingent of continued school operations and shall not apply in the event of any disruption that is beyond the control of the district (i.e. lack of school funding, natural disasters, court-orders, public insurrections, war, etc.) Nothing contained herein construes an employment contract. I hereby acknowledge receipt of this information regarding the Substitute Handbook, Computer Acceptable Use and Teaching Tolerance Polices. _________________________ ______________________________ Print Name Signature _________________________ _______________________________ Date Date Received by District Office

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