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Greeley Central High School

Pride - Class - Dignity

Parent Handbook 2015-2016

1515 14th Avenue Greeley, CO. 80631

Phone: 970-348-5000 Fax: 970-348-5030

www.central.greeleyschools.org

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Greeley Central High School Parent Handbook Our administrative team and staff welcome you to this place we call “The Castle” and to the 2013-2014 school year. This handbook has been designed to acquaint you with important information about Greeley Central. We remind you that the success one expects to achieve from his or her high school experience is directly related to the amount of effort that is put forth by each individual. We hope that this will provide answers to any questions that you may have throughout the school year. At the beginning of the school year, your student will receive a Student Handbook. Please review this handbook with your student. TABLE OF CONTENTS:

Mission Statement and Commitment Statements ....................................................................... 2

Bell Schedule ................................................................................................................................... 3

Faculty and Staff Contact Information ......................................................................................... 4

Parental Involvement ..................................................................................................................... 6

Graduation Requirements / Academic Information .................................................................... 7

Activities and Athletics ................................................................................................................. 11

District Six Attendance Policy ..................................................................................................... 12

Behavior Expectations and Procedures ........................................................................................ 13

Dress Code .................................................................................................................................... 14

Other Important Information ....................................................................................................... 15

District 6 Discipline Matrix ......................................................................................................... 18

Greeley Central Critical Dates Calendar ..................................................................................... 21

District Calendar .......................................................................................................................... 22

Health Services information ........................................................................................................ 24

Información de Servicios de Salud en Español ........................................................................... 27

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Mission Statement

Our mission is to educate all students in a nurturing, challenging, safe, and disciplined environment so their actions reflect and qualities of PRIDE, CLASS, and DIGNITY.

At Greeley Central High School we believe that the following high standards will help to develop the best environment for our students: ► The teaching and learning environment must be safe and productive. ► Positive relationships must develop between students, staff, and home. ► Students, staff and the home must act in a responsible manner. ► All members of the school community must strive for quality in their behavior and performance.

GCHS Student Commitment Statements In order to advance our shared vision of an exemplary school at Greeley Central High School, all students will: ► Perform to the best of our ability in all academic and co-curricular activities. ► Maintain mutual respect and tolerance for one another. ► Embrace diversity among different individuals and groups. ► Show leadership and accept responsibility for our academic performance, decisions, and actions. ► Show a sense of pride in our school and in our community. ► Encourage and support one another in everything we do.

GCHS Staff Commitment Statements In order to advance our shared vision of an exemplary school, staff members will: ► Model behaviors which promote a positive learning environment. ► Communicate the meaning of “Pride, Class, and Dignity” and demonstrate the behavioral expectations

of each of these words. ► Create an environment that draws upon all individuals leadership skills. ► Foster a community in which a diverse and supportive culture stimulates active engagement in the

mastery of high academic goals, while respecting the diverse learning styles of all. ► Ensure collaborative experiences for staff. ► Commit to share our most effective and successful teachings practices and implement an internal

observation system. ► Actively support our students and staff in academic and co-curricular pursuits. ► Maintain high expectations of our students and ourselves. ► Provide and promote increased opportunities for student and staff involvement in the community

through enhanced communication with our school partnerships and the larger community.

GCHS Parent Commitment Statements In order to advance our shared vision of an exemplary school, as parents we will: ► Be actively involved in our students education, both curricular and co-curricular. ► Provide an environment at home that is conducive to learning. ► Work to establish effective, two-way communication with our children and with other members of the

school community. ► Make every effort to become informed and aware of how various systems work within the school

community. ► Model appropriate behavior for our children both within the school and in the community. ► Demonstrate respect for all school staff members and students. ► Provide appropriate support for our students as needed. ► Demonstrate pride in our school in the larger community. ► Communicate clear, high expectations for our students and assist them in setting and attaining goals. ► Demonstrate the importance of being a life-long learner.

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GREELEY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL 2015-2016 The 8 Period Modified Block Schedule is below. Every Monday, Tuesday and Friday students will have eight 50 minute periods. We will have a block schedule with an “Odd Day” on Wednesdays (Blocks 1,3,5,7) and an “Even Day” on Thursdays (Blocks 2,4,6,8). These classes are 100 minutes long. There are 30 minutes of additional time in period 3 or period 4 on block days. School staff will develop and communicate expectations regarding this time to all students at the beginning of each school year. Daily announcements occur in the second class of each day.

Monday/Tuesday/Friday

Block 1 7:15-8:05

Block 2 8:10-9:05

Block 3 9:10-10:00

Block 4 10:05-10:55

Lunch 10:55-11:40 Block 5 11:40-12:30

Block 6 12:35-1:25

Block 7 1:30-2:20

Block 8 2:25-3:15

Wednesday Block Day Thursday Block Day

Block 1 7:15-8:55 Block 2 7:15-8:55

Block 3 9:00-10:45 Block 4 9:00-10:45

Extensions / Interventions

10:45-11:15 Extensions / Interventions

10:45-11:15

Lunch 11:15-11:45 Lunch 11:15-11:45 Block 5 11:50-1:30 Block 6 11:50-1:30

Block 7 1:35-3:15 Block 8 1:35-3:15

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Important Contact Information

Who Should I Call If I Have A Question?

The following is a list containing important contacts for specific questions. Please contact the main office (348-5000) with any additional questions.

Question or Information About: Attendance ► Excusing absence ► Early student dismissal

Attendance Secretary - Celeste Bauer 348-5014

Academic Information Teacher, counselor, or administrator Activities/Athletics Activities Secretary – Charleigh Wildman

348-5004 Concerns regarding student attendance or behavior/discipline

Grade Level Administrator 9th Grade- Jesse Tijerina, 348-5012 10th Grade- Alicia Lackey, 348-5010 11th Grade- Rick Schmitz, 348-5011 12th Grade- Mark Cousins, 348-5009

Building Usage Mark Cousins or Phillip Ulrickson, 348-5003 Classroom Information Student’s Teacher Contacting a Student During the Day Receptionist - Florizel Villa

348-5000 Fees and Fines Finance Secretary - Nancy Kern

348-5002 Health Concerns Health Clerk

348-5026 Lunch Program Kitchen Manager - Tracy Steinbrecher

348-5029 Scheduling Counseling Office - Heather Endres

348-5018 Exceptional Student Services Kirk Johnston (E.S.S.) or Alicia Lackey (A.P.) Teacher Concern Teacher, Alicia Lackey (A.P.), Mark Cousins

(Principal) Volunteering Office Manager - Phillip Ulrickson, 348-5003

Jesse Tijerina (A.P.)

Email Contact List for All Staff

Administration

Mark Cousins, Principal [email protected] Alicia Lackey, AP [email protected] Rick Schmitz, AP/AD [email protected] Jesse Tijerina, AP [email protected]

Clerical Staff Florizel Villa, Receptionist [email protected] Nancy Kern, Finance [email protected] Charleigh Wildman, Athletics [email protected] Celeste Bauer, Attendance [email protected] Phillip Ulrickson, Off. Mgr. [email protected]

Health Clinic

Lori McCarty [email protected] Darlene Roberts [email protected]

School Liaison Wade Corliss, Student Resource Officer (SRO)

[email protected]

Building Manager Darrell Husby [email protected]

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Teaching Staff by Department Business Department Robert Miller [email protected] Karah Whiddon [email protected]

Family and Consumer Science Lauren Appelhans [email protected] Jessica Thomas [email protected]

English as a Second Language (ESL) Laura DeGroote [email protected] Luis Vasquez [email protected] Sarah Vazquez [email protected]

Foreign Language Laura Emery [email protected] Elise Harvey [email protected] Rebecca Larson-Reyes [email protected] Flor Varela [email protected]

Health/Physical Education Zach Brockman [email protected] Troy Graefe [email protected] Mike Heatherly [email protected] Barbara Johnson [email protected] Kevin Rohnke [email protected]

Language Arts Matthew Ellis [email protected] Neal Finch [email protected] Thomas Frasier [email protected] Sarah French-Hahn [email protected] Rachel Heesacker [email protected] Brian Humphrey [email protected] Rachael Dohrn [email protected] Lisa McGee [email protected] Cary Smith [email protected] Jessica Sulmeisters [email protected] David Thomas [email protected]

Social Studies Steve Burch [email protected] Anthony Charterina [email protected] David Gonzales [email protected] Tom Harmon [email protected] Elizabeth LeFebre [email protected] Ken Magruder [email protected] Cody Jackson [email protected] Alan Stearns [email protected] Ryan Thompson [email protected]

Mathematics Anthony Cerise [email protected] Nikki Chacon [email protected] Andy Hartshorn [email protected] Jason Hope [email protected] Kristin Leonard [email protected] Jordan Miller [email protected] Sean Miller [email protected] Jackie Stacy [email protected] Gary Stark [email protected] Robert Thompson [email protected]

Science Amy Bekins [email protected] Ross Irwin [email protected] Patty Martinez [email protected] Liz Mock-Murphy [email protected] Joshua Fuller [email protected] MaryAnn Murphy [email protected] Marty Neibauer [email protected] Elizabeth Peebles [email protected] Sean Scribbick [email protected] Nathan Harvey [email protected]

Exceptional Student Services Justin Davis [email protected] Daniel Gosch [email protected] Kirk Johnston [email protected] Jared Omoto [email protected] Shani Stapleton [email protected] LaDonna Suggs [email protected]

Vocational Education Gary Luster [email protected] Ed Martinez [email protected]

Visual/Performing Arts Magnet Doran Azari [email protected] Christy O’Connell-Black [email protected] Doug Farr [email protected] Richard Green [email protected] Brian Humphrey [email protected] Janelle Charterina [email protected] Patty Paiz-Jones [email protected] Mike Vasa [email protected] Ruth Wydeven [email protected]

Counseling Staff Heather Endres, Sec. [email protected] Jaime Cranson, 9th grade [email protected] David Mamich [email protected] Steve Vail [email protected] Kendra Villarreal [email protected]

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Parental Involvement

Parent Communication and Volunteer Opportunities Parents’ active participation in their child’s education is vital for the student to acquire the knowledge, skills and character needed to be successful in the future. The Central faculty and staff invite and welcome your participation in your child’s education. For our students to receive the high quality education that is needed in today’s world, the student, parents, teachers, and administration must work together. We encourage all parents to become involved in their child’s education. One way to do this is to volunteer to work at the school in classrooms/library/offices or help at events, such as Fall registration and/or Parent/Teacher conferences. There are many opportunities for parents. If you are interested in volunteering, please call Phil Ulrickson in the Main Office at 348-5000.

Parent/Teacher Conferences Parent/Teacher conferences are held on four dates per year (two dates in the first semester and two dates in the second semester). These conferences are held in two formats: a Classroom format where all teachers are in their individual classrooms and you are invited to walk the Castle and visit any or all of your student’s teachers/ and an Arena format where all teachers are located in the Baggot Gymnasium and the commons area. You may choose the format that best suits your needs. The dates for the Parent/Teacher conferences for 2015-2016 are September 30th and November 4th for the first semester and February 17th and March 23rd for the second semester. You will receive detailed information as we get closer to those dates during the school year.

Parent Portal Central parents can view student’s grades and attendance over the Internet. Parents can see the grades that students have earned on assignments and if the student has turned in all class work. You may view the Parent Portal at central.greeleyschools.org. On top of the school webpage, you will see an icon labeled “IC”. Click on the icon and it will direct you automatically to the parent portal login screen. You then need to enter your assigned login and password. (Please contact the Greeley Central High School Main Office for login and password.) You should then be able to view your child’s grades and attendance record. If you don’t have access to a computer at home, you could go to your nearest public library and access the Internet from there, or you may visit Greeley Central’s main office to inquire about receiving the information via hardcopy.

Parent Advisory Council 2015-2016 The Parent Advisory Council (PAC) at Greeley Central meets periodically throughout the year. The meeting dates for the 2015-2016 school year are listed below. This organization gives parents the opportunity to learn more about what is happening at GCHS. It is also a vital forum for the school administration to receive input from our parent community. Please feel free to join us on the following dates in the library for PAC meetings starting at 5:30PM

September 23rd, 2015 November 18th, 2015 February 24th, 2016 April 20th, 2016

Academic Information Students are held accountable for meeting the thresholds, criteria, and standards set for their classes. Teachers plan a variety of activities and homework assignments that help students gain the knowledge and skills necessary for the course. These activities are a very important part of the instruction at Greeley Central High School. Students who do not actively participate while at school will struggle to reach the high level of learning that is expected of them while attending Greeley Central High School. To help your student be successful, it is a good idea to actively monitor his/her progress at school. The Infinite Campus Parent Portal/Greeley (https://si.greeleyschools.org/campus/portal/greeley.jsp) will help you monitor your student’s progress and attendance at school. Call the main office with questions at 348-5000.

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Graduation Requirements / Academic Information

Undoubtedly, high school graduation and post-secondary preparation is the goal for every student at Greeley Central.

As a result, students are creating individual plans of study. A plan of study is defined as courses to be taken during

the 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, and 13th years of a student’s educational experience which prepare students for their career

aspirations. Minimum requirements for graduation from Greeley Central High School are twenty-two (22) units of

credit in grades 9-12, including the completion of certain specific subject area requirements. One “unit of credit” is

equal to a year of instruction within a course. The credits required for graduation are as follows:

Language Arts: 4 credits based on student’s plan of study

Social Studies: 3 credits

.5 credit of Civics 1 credit of US History 1.5 credits of other social studies courses based on student’s plan of study

Mathematics: 3 credits based on student’s plan of study

Science: 3 credits based on student’s plan of study

Physical Education: 1.5 credits

1 credit in Physical Education • .5 credits in Health

The physical education credit may be acquired based on participation in fitness-related school activities and

courses. Each season of CHSAA-approved sport or participation in Marching Band successfully completed

equates to .25 credits. Up to one credit can be earned for fitness-related school activities and courses. This

credit does not count toward elective credits. This credit does not carry a grade nor apply to GPA. It will be

listed on the transcript as a course and the grade designation will be “P” for passed. (Effective Class of 2015).

Electives: 7.5 credits based on student’s plan of study

Elective Courses. Any course taken that does not count for subject area requirements listed above is considered an elective.

* Volunteer/Community Service Option: A maximum of .5 elective credit may be earned through volunteer community

service or experience-based learning (internships, student mentoring, job shadowing, volunteer work) at the rate of 75

hours per .5 credit. Credits earned under this option must be relevant to the student’s plan of study and pre-approved

through the school counselor. This credit does not carry a grade nor apply to GPA. It will be listed on the transcript

as a course and the grade designation will be “P” for passed.

Course Retake Policy – Students who need to retake a course due to failure may do so on a space available basis to be

determined by the building principal. Other options include, but are not limited to, summer school, community

college, university, and correspondence opportunities. See your counselor for more information.

Early Graduation

Early graduation is allowed provided all requirements for graduation have been met. Early graduation before the end

of the seventh semester must be reviewed and approved by the principal and by the Superintendent or designee.

Students who complete their work at midyear and are eligible to graduate shall receive their diploma at the end of the

school year and may return to take part in the graduation exercises at that time.

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Extended Time Opportunities

Students who fail to meet graduation requirements at the end of eight semesters of attendance will be encouraged to

continue in school until they meet graduation requirements or through the semester that they turn 21 years old, as

permitted by state law. Students who meet the requirements of the Accelerating Students through Concurrent

Enrollment (ASCENT) legislation may continue to attend WCSD6 high schools for a fifth year. Students choosing

this option must be college ready, have an approved plan of study, take course work applicable toward a degree or

certificate and have completed 12 college credits by the end of their 12th grade year. Students choosing the ASCENT

option will not receive their diploma until the completion of their fifth year. Students may, however, choose to

participate in commencement ceremony with their class.

Transfer Students

Transfer students will be held responsible for District requirements the same as WCSD6 students. Course work

completed outside the District will be evaluated and approved for credit and for fulfillment of graduation

requirements by the principal or designee. In addition, WCSD6 requires enrollment during the semester

immediately prior to graduation and successful completion of at least three credits in WCSD6 unless an exemption is

made by the principal.

Homework

Our school community has established high standards for the quality of education expected for the students at our

school. For students to meet these standards, it is necessary for students to do some assigned work at home.

Students will have homework regularly. Parents can support their student’s academic progress by monitoring

homework and providing time for it to be completed.

Progress Reports

Progress reports are issued at six-week intervals each semester. Progress reports include “A, B, C, D, and F” letter

grades. Progress grades simply indicate progress toward mastery of specified academic course requirements. It is

important to note that each teacher determines progress grades. Occasionally, a progress grade is accompanied by

one or two coded comments, which further explain the grade. Progress reports will be sent home with students.

Progress grades are not permanent as they do not become part of the student’s permanent transcript.

Semester Reports

Student’s grades (A, B, C, D, or F) are directly related to student mastery of academic course requirements and other

criteria as determined by the teacher. They are permanent and do become part of the transcript. Coded comments can

also accompany the semester grade. Semester grades are computed and based upon all work and mastery of academic

course requirements as of the last day of the semester. Any retesting for work in the last two weeks of each semester

will be completed on or before the last day of the semester as determined by the teacher.

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Advanced Placement Classes

Greeley Central High School supports a quality Advanced Placement program including classes for a wide variety of

learning experiences for our students. Today, about 2900 colleges and universities (most institutions) have an AP

policy granting incoming students academic credit and/or placement for qualifying grades on AP examinations.

Almost half of all U.S. institutions (approximately 1400) allow students to gain sophomore status if they score a 3 or

better on four or more AP exams. Additionally, more than 200 colleges and universities in more than 50 foreign

countries support the advanced placement policies. The Central AP menu has been expanded to provide more

advanced learning opportunities for more students. Greeley Central offers Advanced Placement courses based upon

student requests and some AP classes are on a rotating (every other year) basis. Of the twenty-one AP courses listed

in the handbook, approximately 15 are offered each year. Since the average number of AP courses being offered in

high schools across the U.S. is six, Central’s current menu is considered to be extremely comprehensive. Advanced

Placement courses are offered each year based upon student requests. The following is a list of AP classes offered:

AP Art History

AP Biology

AP Government/Politics

AP Spanish Language

AP Calculus AB (1st year)

AP Human Geography

AP Music Theory

AP Physics B (1st year)

AP Physics C (2nd year)

AP Computer Science

AP Economics

(Micro/Macro)

AP Psychology

AP English Lang/Comp

AP Environmental Science

AP Studio – Art

AP U.S. History

AP German Language

AP Statistics

AP Spanish Literature

AP French Language

AP Chemistry

Academic Lettering

To “Letter” academically at Greeley Central, a student must:

Maintain a grade point average of 3.75 or better for two consecutive semesters in the same academic year

Courses taken at Greeley Central, UNC, and Aims will be used for GPA calculations (Correspondence courses will not be used when calculating GPA)

Transfer grades from other schools will be acknowledged

All classes count for GPA calculations, including Leaderships. However, students may elect to be a senior mentor and receive community service instead of credit. In this case, senior mentors do not count towards course load.

National Honor Society

The Grade Point Average (GPA) the student must possess to be eligible for National Honor Society at Greeley

Central is 3.5. The student must also provide evidence (through an application process) of character, leadership,

service and citizenship. Students that meet these standards and who complete the application process are inducted

into the National Honor Society in the spring of their junior year.

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Standardized Assessments

Each year, the students at Greeley Central are required to take a variety of standardized assessments. They are a

measure of the progress that the student is making in school and how well our school is doing in educating our

students. For a student to be prepared to do well on these assessments, they must work in all of their classes during the

school year. At Central, all classes including electives help students prepare for these assessments. It is essential that

students are rested and eat a healthy meal before they take the assessment. Attendance on the days of assessments is

extremely important, as students will be pulled from class to make up missed assessments.

CMAS: For the 2015/16 school year all 9th grade students will be required by Colorado State Law to take the CMAS. CMAS is the Colorado Measure of Academic Success. 9th grade students are required to take the math and language arts assessments during the spring semester. An additional measure for science or social studies may be administered to other grades.

Aspire Test: All 10th grade students take this norm-referenced test in the fall. The test is a precursor to the ACT and is designed to help prepare students for their high school course work and post high school choices. It is important for students’ future academic and career success. The Aspire test gives educators the means to structure high school planning and career exploration for students and parents and serves as a baseline to monitor academic progress. Student strengths and weaknesses can be identified so that they can establish a program of study that will help them achieve their career and educational goals.

ACT Test: All 11th graders take the ACT in the spring. Many colleges require or recommend that student submit test results as part of the admission application process. The ACT measures current levels of educational development in the subjects of English, Mathematics, Reading and Science reasoning and is reported to the state as additional means of assessing our students and our school’s academic performance.

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Activities and Athletics

Co-Curricular activities are a vital part of a Wildcat’s education. It is our belief that students who participate in co-curricular activities receive a well-rounded education. These activities expand on what is learned in the classroom. Respect, teamwork, sportsmanship and developing a positive attitude towards school are some advantages of participating in co-curricular activities. Please encourage your son or daughter to get involved at Greeley Central High School.

The purpose of co-curricular activities is both educational and recreations. The programs at Greeley Central encourage participation by as many students as possible and are carried on with interest of the participant as the first consideration.

Activities Offered at GCHS

Thespian Troupe 657, Humphrey

FBLA, R. Miller

Band, Farr

Art Club, TBA

Choir, Green

Diversity Union, Villarreal

Orchestra, Azari

Yearbook (Spud), Vasa

GSA, Irwin

Senior Mentors, Cranson

Forensics, French-Hahn

LULAC, L. Vasquez & Varela

TSA, G. Luster

Student Council, Gosch & S.

Vazquez

Cat’s Cradle, Humphrey

Key Club, Heesacker

DECA, Whiddon

Link Crew, Cranson & S. Miller

CYO, Johnston

Green Cats, Mock-Murphy &

Murphy

FCCLA, Appelhans & J. Thomas

History Club, TBD

Galaxy Club, Sulmeisters

FALL SPORTS

Boys Soccer, Softball, Boys Golf,

Cross-Country, Football,

Boys Tennis, Cheerleading*,

Poms*

WINTER SPORTS

Boys & Girls Basketball,

Wrestling, Girls Swimming,

Cheerleading*, Poms*

SPRING SPORTS

Baseball, Girls Soccer,

Girls Tennis, Girls Golf,

Boys Swimming, Track

*Cheerleading & Poms tryouts are done after the spring sport season for the following year*

Please note: You MUST have a completed sports packet before you try out or practice for any sport on file in the

Activity Office. See the Activities Office for the appropriate forms. These forms are to be submitted at the fall,

winter and/or spring sports orientation nights for parents.

Sportsmanship

Sportsmanship is a very important aspect of athletics. We encourage all athletes, as well as all spectators, to show

good sportsmanship at all athletic events. Parents can show the appreciation for our athletes by cheering for the

Wildcat teams and not against the opponent. Praise and encouragement for all athletes is very important. Showing

good sportsmanship involves allowing the officials to officiate, coaches to coach, and players to play.

Eligibility

Your student’s participation in high school activities and club leadership is dependent upon his/her eligibility:

►Academic Eligibility- Students must pass 5 classes per semester to play the next semester. They also will be

responsible to pass five classes each week or they will be ineligible to play the following week or until they

regain passing grades at the next grade check.

►Outside competition- An athlete involved in Central athletics programs cannot participate in that same sport

for another organization during the sports season unless they obtain direct permission from the AD.

►Practice policy- a total of nine days are required before participating in an interscholastic game or scrimmage

prior to the fall sport season (except golf, softball, and tennis) and five practices for winter and spring sports.

Athletics and music are governed by District 6 and the Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA)

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District Six Attendance Policy

24 hour Attendance Phone Line = 348-5014

Although the school is committed to communicating with the home when attendance problems arise, school

attendance is primarily the responsibility of the parents or guardians. Significant learning for all students is provided

each time class is held. This educational opportunity is provided as a result of in-class participation and high-quality

instruction. As a result, the benefits of this experience cannot fully be replaced and absences are detrimental to student

learning.

Excused Absences

An excused absence is defined as any absence from school due to temporary illness or injury and any other reason deemed acceptable by the school administrator. Parents are requested to call the school prior to 12:00 p.m., on the day of the absence, or contact the school no later than 24 hours after the absence has occurred. Absences will only be “excused” by the school according to the guidelines for excused absences. Excused absences include but are not limited to absences caused by:

Temporary illness or injury Prearranged absence approved by an administrator (Approval for a pre-arranged absences may necessitate a

parent conference) Extended absences due to physical, mental or emotional disability (medical documentation may be required) A work-study program under the supervision of the school A school-sponsored activity Extremely inclement weather Emergency, serious illness or death in the family Participation in religious observances Any absence which occurs when the student is required to be in court or in the custody of the court or law

enforcement authorities Suspension (suspension is an official action which removes a student from class and/or school temporarily

following due process). Suspensions will not be considered excused for court purposes.

** A student will be limited to four excused absences in a month or ten excused absences in year. At this point, the

school shall either require a meeting or other form of communication between the student’s parent/guardian and

appropriate school personnel to review and evaluate the reasons for the student being habitually absent from

school. A plan may be developed for the student with the goal of assisting the student to remain in school. The

district may require suitable proof regarding the above exceptions, including written statements from medical

sources.

Unexcused Absences An unexcused absence is defined as an absence that is not covered by one of the foregoing exceptions. Additionally, an

unexcused absence shall be recorded if a student leaves a class without permission of the teacher or school

administrator. Each unexcused absence shall be entered on the student’s record and will be published on progress

reports and final report cards. Attempts shall be made by the school staff to notify the parents or guardians of the

student receiving the unexcused absence. Such attempts are through a computer-generated phone call making it

imperative to have an accurate phone number on file with the school.

If, after parent contact, attendance does not improve, the school will make use of a variety of available resources to

respond to continued student absence. This includes parent conference, counseling, detentions, and other options

deemed appropriate by the school. When the district is aware that criteria exist to designate a student as habitually

truant, the district shall refer the students and his or her parent/guardian to the Weld

County Judicial System, the Weld County Juvenile Assessment Center and/or the Weld County District

Attorney’s Juvenile Diversion Unit. The maximum number of unexcused absences a student may incur before judicial

proceedings are initiated to enforce compulsory attendance is 10 during any calendar year or school year.

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Make-up work

Make-up work shall be provided for any class in which a student has an excused absence unless otherwise determined

by the building administrator. It is the responsibility of the student to pick up any make-up assignments permitted on

the day returning to class. There shall be two days allowed for make-up work for each day of absence. Make-up work

shall be allowed following an unexcused absence with the goal of providing the student an opportunity to keep up with

the class and an incentive to attend school. However, this work will receive only partial credit, which is the

consequence for an unexcused absence.

Tardiness

Tardiness is defined as the appearance of a student without proper excuse after the scheduled time that a class begins. Students coming into class tardy constitute a major disruption of the educational process not only for themselves but for other students in the class. Students who are tardy are subject to behavioral consequences per the student handbook. Students who are more than 5 minutes late will be marked unexcused absent.

Behavior Expectations and Procedures

The purpose of Greeley Central High School is to prepare our students to be successful and productive in their future.

In order for students to meet the challenges that they face in the future, the development of respect, responsibility and

restraint is essential. To educate students for the future we must have a school that is safe, where teachers can teach

and students can learn. To this end, it is important that parents, school staff, and students work together to maintain a

positive educational atmosphere. The rules, policies and procedures in District #6 and Central have been established

for the protection of students. Students are expected to respect the rules and the people responsible for enforcing them.

Parental support in establishing a safe productive environment is essential and is greatly appreciated by the faculty and

staff.

If a student’s behavior compromises the safety of our school or the teacher’s ability to teach all students, parents will

be required to meet with the student’s teachers and building administration to develop a plan for their student to be

successful.

Student Conduct Students may be disciplined in accordance with building procedures for acts in violation of “The Student Code Of Conduct” and for acts that are detrimental to the health, welfare, safety, or morals of other students or of District employees and for any acts that prevent other students from learning in an atmosphere that is safe, conducive to the learning process, and free from unnecessary disruption. When subject to discipline, students are entitled to reasonable due process, which may vary according to the circumstances. (See attached – “Consequences for Inappropriate Behavior” Discipline Matrix). As before mentioned, student discipline will be handled by the grade level administrator.

Behavioral Expectations and Positive Behavior Support Greeley Central is committed to providing students with a school that provides clear expectations for student

behavior. These behaviors will be taught formally to 9th grade students in their Career and Life Choices classes. Also

students will receive a refresher on behavioral expectations during grade level class meetings.

Students will receive recognition for upholding the Wildcat Way (our behavioral expectations) by receiving a

WildCard. WildCards may be turned into the office to enter the student in a weekly drawing for prizes from area

businesses.

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At Greeley Central, our students are expected to:

Commit to…

Act Respectfully Demonstrate self-control

Use appropriate language

Treat others with kindness

Take Responsibility Come prepared to learn and participate

Not only be on time, but also use time efficiently

Be a self-advocate

Keep our school clean

Show Pride Perform at the top of your academic potential

Take ownership of your actions

Participate in and support co-curricular activities

Honor Greeley Central’s rich tradition and history

Dress Code

Basic Premise: Students will dress and groom themselves in a manner that promotes cleanliness, health, and safety. At no time will student dress serve as a distraction to the learning environment in our school. Weld County School District #6 has established a Non-Negotiable Student Dress Code for all students within the District and it is the “Dress Code” enforced at Greeley Central High School.

1. Any clothing item or accessory that causes a disruption to school safety, personal safety and/or the learning environment may result in discretionary intervention by school administrators.

2. Tattoos, clothing or accessories that display drugs, sexual innuendos, inappropriate language, alcohol, tobacco products or gang connotations are not permitted. Tattoos displaying any of these must be covered at all times.

3. No hats permitted inside of the school building during the school day. If “hoodies” are worn, the hood may not be worn inside of the school (religious headwear exceptions).

4. Sunglasses or dark glasses, absent a verified medical condition, are not to be worn or displayed inside of the school building.

5. Trench coats are not permitted anywhere on school property. 6. Soled shoes or sandals must be worn at all times (for example, no “bedroom” slippers or similar footwear). 7. No exposed undergarments, inappropriately sheer, tight or low cut clothing that bare or expose traditionally

private parts of the body including, but not limited to, the stomach, buttocks, back, breasts or cleavage is not permitted.

8. No shaved or notched eyebrows (absent a verified medical condition). 9. No red or blue unnatural hair color, belts or shoelaces. 10. No red or blue belts or shoelaces. 11. No team jerseys or belt buckles that display the numbers 13, 14, 18, 31, 41 or 81. 12. No solid red or solid blue shirts (other than designated school uniforms). 13. No red or blue “Dickies” or “Southpole” brand pants, shorts or shirts. 14. No red or blue bandana or any color bandana that is draped on clothing or hanging out of a pocket.

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Consequences For Infractions Of The Dress Code

1ST Offense – Student will be immediately referred to the office where he or she will be required to surrender the

inappropriate dress in exchange for a temporary replacement. A parent or guardian will be contacted and may come to

pick up the clothing at the end of the school day. A referral will be place in file. Refusal to change will result in suspension.

Inappropriate dress can also be considered gang-related activity.

Offenses thereafter- Subsequent offenses will result in suspension and a step on the habitually disruptive pyramid.

Other Important Information

Address Change/Pupil Database

All students changing their address, phone number or emergency information MUST report this to the Counseling

Office. This is necessary and very important so that the school records are accurate and up-to-date.

Cell Phones and Other Electronic Devices Cell phones and other electronic devices are not to be used during instructional times; therefore, they should never be visible in a classroom or other academic areas when class is in session. Such devices should be turned off and put away before entering a classroom. If this policy is violated, the device shall be confiscated and a parent/guardian will be required to pick it up from the grade level administrator in the Main Office. A second offense will result in a 1-day suspension. Every offense thereafter will result in additional suspensions and a possible step on the discipline pyramid.

Please note: the school is not responsible for electronic devices (including phones) that are lost or stolen, so we encourage students

not to bring them at all. As a result, we will NOT interrupt academic time to perform classroom searches.

Counseling Services

There are four full-time counselors at Greeley Central High School who are dedicated to enhancing the success and

well-being of every student. Mrs. Cranson works exclusively with 9th grade students. The other counselors work with

the remaining students. All 10th grade students are automatically assigned, however they do have the discretion to

request a specific counselor to work with throughout the remainder of their high school careers at Greeley Central

High School.

Services Offered o Student Progress Reports o Test Interpretations o Arrange and facilitate student/parent/teacher meetings o Facilitate parent/student communication o Small and large group counseling sessions o Scholarship and college application

Making Appointments o Counselors are oftentimes unable to accommodate walk-in visits. Therefore, we request that parents

and students sign up for an appointment with Ms. Endres in the counseling office.

Schedule Changes Student schedule changes must be made within the first two weeks of the semester and will not be done

without parent contact. Changes will only be made to a student schedule in the following situations:

o If two classes are scheduled for the same block o If only one semester of a yearlong class is scheduled o If you have not met a pre-requisite o If you are a senior and do not have a class needed for graduation o If you would like to change a core class to or from an honors or AP level o If you do not have a full schedule o If you are scheduled for the same class twice or enrolled in a class you have already passed

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Nurses Office

Our nursing services are available to promote student health and assist students who are ill or injured. The Nurse’s

office is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Illness or injury should be reported immediately to the school nurse.

Medication in School o Medicine will be given only as the prescription or directions state. o It is the responsibility of the child to request the medicine from the school Registered Nurse or other

designated person in the school. When indicated, the school staff will assist in the procedure. o It is the responsibility of the School Registered Nurse to make the medicine available to the student or

delegate the task to another staff member who has the appropriate training for the responsibility. o Written authorizations are not valid after the expired date or after the current school year.

Prescription o A written note from a parent must state the exact dates and time of day the medicine is to be available

to the student. o School personnel will require a written authorization from the student’s physician. o The container must be provided by the parent/guardian in an individual pharmacy labeled bottle for

the student to receive it. o Medication will be given as directed on the pharmacy label.

Immunizations A change in the Colorado Immunization Law requires that all students provide proof of immunizations in

order to register or continue in school after July 1, 1997. In addition, students who provide a certificate of

immunization from a licensed physician or authorized representative of the department of public health and

environment which is not up-to-date according to the requirements, shall provide the school within 14 days

documentation of the next required vaccine that has been given and a written plan for completion of all

required immunizations. Students who are not certified, not in process, or not exempt shall be denied

attendance in accordance with the law. Exemptions from immunizations include medical, religious, or

personal reasons.

In the event of an outbreak of a disease against which immunization is required, non-exemption or exception from

immunization shall be recognized and exempted persons will be subject to exclusion from school and quarantine.

Off-Campus Lunch Pass

Greeley Central has a closed campus during the lunch period. This means that in order for a student to leave campus

during the lunch hour, he/she must have a ‘lunch pass.’ This can be obtained by having a parent/guardian sign a form

to give permission for the student to leave campus. Lunch passes will be checked every time a student leaves campus

at lunch. If a student forgets their Lunch Pass, they will not be allowed to leave campus unless there is a direct contact

with a parent giving permission to leave. Lunch Passes are in effect for one school year or until a parent revokes the

pass.

Parking

Parking in a lot at Greeley Central is a privilege. Parking for all students is provided in the West lots. The North

parking lot near the offices is reserved for staff and visitors.

School Closure Due to Weather

A school closure due to weather is possible in Colorado. If schools are to be closed, the decision will be made by 6:30

a.m. The announcement will be made on KFKA 1310 AM as well as the District website (www.greeleyschools.org) and

the District 6 Facebook page.

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School/Physical Education Lockers

Lockers will be available to all students who wish to have one. A combination lock will be assigned to each locker.

Only school assigned locks will be allowed on a school locker. Each student is responsible for getting an assigned

locker and keeping the locker locked at all times. All lockers are the property of the school and subject to search by an

authorized school representative for the protection of all students at GCHS. Lockers are the property of the school and

any damage or clean up required will be charged to the student. The school is not responsible for articles lost or stolen

from any locker on campus.

Transportation

Parents expect safe, efficient bus service. However, it remains the student’s responsibility to extend full cooperation in

seeing that he/she obeys the bus regulations as established by the driver. The student must practice all recommended

safety procedures. Bus students who willfully violate the established policies may lose the privilege of bus

transportation and the school may take further disciplinary action. Parents with transportation questions should

contact: District Bus Stops 348-6800 City Bus Stops 350-9BUS

Visitors

Visiting Parents- We encourage parents to visit Greeley Central High School. We ask that you stop at the Main Office before you go to your student’s class, sign in and get a visitor’s pass. This helps us to continue to provide a safe environment for all students. Meetings with administrators need to be set up prior to meeting with the administrator.

Student Visitors- Students are not allowed to bring visitors, other than their parents, to school.

Withdrawal from School

A parent or guardian must contact the school in person at least two days prior to the student’s last day. They are to

report to the Counseling Office to sign a Withdrawal Form and provide any forwarding information. The student will

take the form to each of his/her teachers, the librarian, the Main Office, and the Counseling Office to be signed. The

student will receive a copy of the Withdrawal Form to take with them to their next school. All academic information

from District #6 will be mailed to the new school when Central receives a release of information.

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Consequences for Inappropriate Behavior BEHAVIOR FIRST OFFENSE SECOND OFFENSE REPEAT OFFENSES *Possession/use of drugs or other controlled substances or possession/ use of drug paraphernalia.

School counseling and 3 day school suspension.

School counseling, 5 day suspension, recommendation for evaluation and treatment program or recommendation for expulsion.

School counseling, 10 day suspension, recommendation for evaluation and treatment program or recommendation for expulsion.

*Sale/distribution of drugs or other controlled substances.

School counseling, 10 day suspension, and recommendation for expulsion.

School counseling, 10 day suspension, and recommendation for expulsion.

School counseling, 10 day suspension, and recommendation for expulsion.

*Possession/use of alcohol, consumption of alcohol or under the influence of alcohol.

School counseling and 3 day school suspension.

School counseling, 5-day suspension, recommendation for evaluation and treatment program or recommendation for expulsion.

School counseling, 10 day suspension, recommendation for evaluation and treatment program or recommendation for expulsion.

*Sale/distribution of alcohol. School counseling, 10 day suspension, and recommendation for expulsion.

School counseling, 10 day suspension, and recommendation for expulsion.

School counseling, 10 day suspension, and recommendation for expulsion.

Smoking/chewing or use of tobacco or nicotine products including but not limited to e-cigarettes, vaporizers or accessories.

School counseling, warning, and/or CCS.

School counseling and 1 day suspension.

School counseling and 3 day suspension.

*Possession/use of a weapon as defined by Colorado Revised Statutes.

10 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

10 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

10 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

Any act which disrupts the normal educational process.

School counseling, loss of privileges, community/campus service (CCS) or suspension or expulsion, depending on the severity of the offenses.

School counseling, loss of privileges, community/campus service (CCS), or suspension or expulsion, depending on the severity of the offenses.

School counseling, loss of privileges, community/campus service (CCS) or suspension or expulsion, depending on the severity of the offenses.

Disrespectful behavior. School counseling, warning, and/or CCS.

School counseling, CCS, or 1-3 day suspension.

School counseling and 3-5 day suspension.

Disruption of class. School counseling, warning, and/or CCS.

School counseling, CCS, or 1-3 day suspension.

School counseling and 3-5 day suspension.

Insubordination/refusal to follow a reasonable request of a staff member.

School counseling, CCS, or 1-3 day suspension.

School counseling, CCS, or 3-5 day suspension.

School counseling, 5 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

*Possession of or setting off fireworks or other incendiary devices.

School counseling and 1-2 day suspension.

School counseling and 3-5 day school suspension.

School counseling and 5 day suspension.

*Possession or use of a weapon or other article to cause bodily harm.

School counseling, 3-5 day suspension, and/or recommendation for expulsion.

School counseling, 10 day suspension and/or recommendation for expulsion.

School counseling, 10 day suspension and/or recommendation for expulsion.

Continual defiance – habitually disruptive.

School counseling, 3-5 day suspension and behavior plan.

Per pyramid plan. Per pyramid plan.

Continual tardies. School counseling, CCS, and suspension.

School counseling, CCS, and suspension.

School counseling, CCS, and suspension.

Endangering health, welfare or safety of others.

School counseling, loss of privileges, community/campus service (CCS), or suspension or expulsion, depending on the severity of offenses.

School counseling, loss of privileges, community/campus service (CCS), or suspension or expulsion, depending on severity of offenses.

School counseling, loss of privileges, community/campus service (CCS), or suspension or expulsion, depending on severity of offenses.

*Fighting (mutual combat, including self defense).

School counseling and 3 day school suspension.

School counseling and 5 day suspension.

School counseling, 10 day suspension, and recommendation for expulsion.

*Inappropriate driving on or around campus.

Referral to Greeley Police Department and loss of driving privileges, depending on severity.

Referral to Greeley Police Department and loss of driving privileges, depending on severity.

Referral to Greeley Police Department and loss of driving privileges, depending on severity.

*Intimidation or threatening of a staff member.

School counseling and 1-5 day suspension.

School counseling, 10 day suspension, and recommendation for expulsion.

School counseling, 10 day suspension, and recommendation for expulsion.

*Threatening another student.

School counseling, CCS, or 1-3 day suspension.

School counseling and 3-5 day suspension.

School counseling and 5 day suspension.

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BEHAVIOR FIRST OFFENSE SECOND OFFENSE REPEAT OFFENSES *Vandalism or defacing/ destruction of other’s personal property.

School counseling and 3-5 day school suspension with restitution or recommendation for expulsion depending on severity of the offense.

School counseling and 3-5 day school suspension with restitution or recommendation for expulsion depending on severity of the offense.

School counseling, 10 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion, with restitution.

*Verbal abuse, bullying, harassment, sexual harassment of a student.

School counseling, parent contact, or 1 day suspension.

School counseling and 3 day suspension.

School counseling and 3-5 day suspension.

*Vandalism or defacing/ Destruction of school property.

School counseling and/or 1-3 day ISS or OSS suspension with restitution or recommendation for expulsion depending on severity of offense.

School counseling and/or 3-5 day ISS or OSS suspension with restitution or recommendation for expulsion depending on severity of offense.

School counseling, 10 day suspension, and recommendation for expulsion with restitution.

Public nuisance – Example: a) profanity; b) unsafe driving on or around school property; c) others as interpreted by the Administration, which cause unnecessary inconvenience to others or to normal routine; d) distasteful display of affection.

School counseling, community/campus service (CCS) or suspension.

School counseling, community/campus service (CCS) or suspension.

School counseling, community/campus service (CCS), or suspension.

*Trespassing (unauthorized presence on a District 6 facility while under suspension).

School counseling and 3-5 day suspension.

School counseling and 5 day suspension.

School counseling, 10-day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

*Unauthorized presence on or in the vicinity of another school campus.

School counseling and/or 1 day suspension.

School counseling and 1-3 day school suspension.

School counseling and 5 day school suspension.

*Verbal abuse or obscenities toward staff.

School counseling and 1-3 day suspension.

School counseling and 3-5 day suspension.

School counseling, 10-day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

Any action that affects the networking system that results in the disruption of the educational process.

3 day suspension with computer time limited to when the student is scheduled for a computer class.

3 day suspension time with total computer restrictions.

10 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

Changing, deleting, or modifying the operating systems of computers.

Parents notified, a warning given, and restricted use of computers for 3 days.

Time limited to use of computers only when the student is scheduled in a computer class.

Permanently restricted from computer use.

Cheating on a class assignment or activity.

Grade of zero on assignment or activity. NO retake for credit.

Grade of zero on assignment or activity. NO retake for credit and parent contact.

Grade of zero on assignment or activity. NO retake for credit and parent contact.

Dishonest/deceitful behavior. School counseling, CCS, and 1-3 day suspension.

School counseling, CCS, and 3 day suspension.

School counseling and 5 day suspension.

Downloading or accessing profane, obscene, racially offensive, threatening, subversive, or illegal material.

Parents notified, a warning given, and restricted use of computers for 3 days.

Time limited to use of computers only when the student is scheduled in a computer class.

Permanently restricted from computer use.

Loading or installing any unauthorized software, including games.

Parents notified, a warning given, and restricted use of computers for 3 days.

Time limited to use of computers only when the student is scheduled in a computer class.

Permanently restricted from computer use.

Failure to attend detention. School counseling, teacher assigned double detention, CCS, and suspension.

School counseling, CCS, and suspension.

School counseling, CCS, and suspension.

*Gang activity/apparel/ paraphernalia.

School counseling, suspension or recommendation for expulsion.

School counseling, suspension or recommendation for expulsion.

School counseling, suspension or recommendation for expulsion.

*Off campus crimes of violence where charges or a petition has been filed in district court.

School counseling, 10 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

School counseling, 10 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

School counseling, 10 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

*Physical abuse/assault of a staff member.

School counseling, 10 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

School counseling, 10 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

School counseling, 10 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

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BEHAVIOR FIRST OFFENSE SECOND OFFENSE REPEAT OFFENSES *Physical abuse/assault of a student.

School counseling, 3 day school suspension, or recommendation for expulsion.

School counseling, 5 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

School counseling, 10 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

*Theft. School counseling and 3-5 day school suspension with restitution.

School counseling and 5 day school suspension with restitution.

School counseling, 10 day suspension, and recommendation for expulsion, with restitution.

Truancy from class. School counseling, CCS, and suspension.

School counseling, CCS, and suspension.

School counseling, CCS, and suspension.

Unexcused tardy. School counseling, CCS, and suspension.

School counseling, CCS, and suspension.

School counseling, CCS, and suspension.

Using any person’s login name or password other than his or her own.

Parents notified, a warning given, and restricted use of computers for 3 days.

Time limited to use of computers only when the student is scheduled in a computer class.

Permanently restricted from computer use.

*Using e-mail, social media, cell phones, or other electronic devices for purposes of intimidation, threats, or harassment.

E-mail privileges suspended, 1-3 day suspension.

Permanently restricted from computer use, 3-10 day suspension based on severity.

10 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

Using e-mail for purposes that interfere with the instructional process. (E-mail is not private and may be monitored by district personnel.)

Parents notified, a warning given, and restricted use of computers for 3 days.

Time limited to use of computers only when the student is scheduled in a computer class.

Permanently restricted from computer us.

*Vandalism – malicious intent to harm and destroy data. Uploading or creation of viruses.

Time limited to use of computers only when the student is scheduled in a computer class.

Permanently restricted from computer use, 3-10 day suspension based on severity.

10 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

* = Involvement of school police resource officer or local law enforcement agency CCS: Community/Campus Service Suspension: Can be in-school (ISS) or out-of-school (OSS)

PLEASE NOTE: The school’s responses to inappropriate behaviors are subject to change by the direction Weld County District 6 Board of Education. Prior to the imposition of a consequence, the student will be informed of the behavior for which the consequence is being imposed and will have the opportunity to explain his/her side of the story. The individual codes are subject to change by the direction of the Colorado Department of Education’s reporting system. Students using Internet must abide by the provision of the Six-Net contract and Colorado Revised Statute 18-5.5-101 and 18.5.5-102 (also Title 17, USC Section 102).

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GREELEY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL CRITICAL DATES CALENDAR 2015-2016

August 3-7 Drum Camp @ Central

4 2015-16 Registration – Juniors (8am-11am)

4 2015-16 Registration – Seniors (12:30pm-3:30pm)

5 2015-16 Registration – Freshmen (8am-11am)

5 2015-16 Registration – Sophomores (12:30pm-3:30pm)

10-15 Band Camp @ Central

7-12 New Teacher Orientation

11 Fall Sports Night – 6:30pm (Auditorium)

13 All Teachers Report

17 Fall Sports Begin

17 Make-up Registration – 3pm-6pm

18 Freshmen Orientation – 7:00am-12pm (Freshmen Only)

19 First Day of Semester 1 – All Students Report @ 7:15am

26 Arts Magnet Potluck/Parent Meeting (Commons)-5pm-6:30pm

26 New Parents to Central Night – 6pm (Commons/Aux Gym/Aud)

31 School Improvement day – No school for students

September 7 LABOR DAY – NO SCHOOL

9 Powder Puff Football Game D6 Stadium – 7pm

11 HOMECOMING

12 Evans Day Parade – 8am

12 Homecoming Dance – 8 – 11pm

15-17 Fall Arts Week at the Castle – during lunch

18 School Improvement day – No school for students

23 Parent Advisory Council – 5:30 pm Library

TBD Jostens Class Ring Presentation – 12pm

25 6-week grading period ends

30 Parent Teacher Conferences – 4:00-8pm Arena

October 3 Greeley Inv. Marching Festival @ D6 Stadium – All Day

10 CU Band Day – All Day

14 Regional Qualifying Marching Contest @ Centaurus

15-17 Fall Play: 12 Angry Jurors @ Central 7:00pm

16 Mid break vacation – No school for students or staff

20 Fall Music Concert (Choir) in Auditorium – 7:00pm

22 Fall Music Concert (Orchestra) in Auditorium – 7:00pm

23-24 State Marching Band Finals

26 School Improvement day – No school for students

26 Winter Sports Night – 6:30pm (Library)

29 Trick or Treat at the Castle – 5pm – 8pm

30-31 UNC’s “Miranda’s Nightmare” Dance Concert

November 4 Vision and Hearing Screening – 7:30am-11:30am

4 Parent Teacher Conferences – 4:00-8pm Rooms

4 Senior Parent Scholarship Night

6 12-week grading period ends

12 Winter Sports Begin

18 Parent Advisory Council – 5:30 pm Library

19-21 Dance Concert/One Acts at UNC

21 Castle Classic Forensic Varsity Invite – All Day

23 All-City Honor Choir, Location TBD

25-27 Thanksgiving Break – NO SCHOOL

December 1 Festival of Trees Music Concert @ UCCC, 7:00pm

3-5 Thespian Convention

7 School Improvement day – No school for students

15 Holiday Music Concert I @ Central, 7:00pm

17 Holiday Music Concert II @ Central, 7:00pm

17 1st Semester Ends – Last day for students

18 Teacher Prep Day- No Students

19-31 Holiday Break – NO SCHOOL

January 1-4 Holiday Break

4 School Improvement day – No school for students

5 Semester 2 Begins – All Students Report @ 7:15am

11 Combined League Honor Band (UCCC) – 7pm

18 Martin Luther King Birthday – NO SCHOOL

TBD SAT Testing

20 All-City Honor Band (UCCC) – 7pm

25 School Improvement day – No school for students

TBD Excellence Assembly/4.0 Breakfast

February 4-6 All-State Choir, Denver Convention Center

5 School Improvement day – No school for students

11-13 All-State Orchestra @ CSU

12 6-Week grading period ends

13 Big Band Boogie Ball (GCHS Baggot Gym/Commons) – 7:30pm

15 President’s Day - No School

16 Spring Sports Night – 6:30pm (Library)

17 Parent Teacher Conferences – 4:00-8pm Rooms

17 AP Night – 7pm (Auditorium)

17 FAFSA Informational Meeting – 7pm (Library Lab)

22-26 Middle School Visits – Pre-Registration

24 Parent Advisory Council – 5:30pm Library

24 Music Concert @ First Congregational Church, 7pm

29 School Improvement day – No school for students

29 Spring Sports Begin

29 Combined League Honor Choir and Orchestra @ UCCC, 7:00pm

TBD Forensics Region 1 State Qualifiers @ Northridge H.S.

March 1 Priority deadline for College Apps and FAFSA

4-5 Forensics Rocky Mountain National Qualifier @ GCHS

TBD In-House Registration – 7:00pm Auditorium

TBD Freshman Orientation – 6:30pm Aux Gym/Commons/Castle

TBD Solo & Ensemble Festival @ Central, TBA

9-12 Spring Musical: Wedding Singer, 7pm and 1pm on 3/12, Aud.

TBD Forensics State Championships @ Douglas County H.S.

22-25 Arts week at the Castle

23 Parent Teacher Conferences – 4:00-8pm Arena

25 12-Week grading period ends

28 SPRING BREAK STARTS – No School

28-31 NYC Music Trip

April 4 SPRING BREAK ENDS – All Students Report @ 7:15am

11 School Improvement day – No school for students

12 Talent Show – 7pm Auditorium

20 NHS Induction – 7pm Auditorium

20 Parent Advisory Council – 5:30pm Library

20 Senior Class Picture – 9am

23 Prom

TBD Powder Puff Volleyball – 7pm Baggot Gym

TBD State Mandated ACT Testing

29 LULAC Cinco de Mayo Dance @ NRHS 8 to 10pm

May 3 Arts Magnet Gala @UCCC at 7:00pm, Art Show at 6:00pm

4 Academic Awards – 7pm Baggot Gym

6 Thespian Overnight

11 Activities Awards Night – 6pm Reception/7pm Awards Aud.

12-13 Stage Production – 7:00pm Auditorium

14 Music End of Year Awards

16 Spring Music Concert I (Jazz & Choirs) @ Auditorium 7:00pm

18 Spring Music Concert II (Orchestra) @ Auditorium 7:00pm

19 AVID Awards Night – 7pm Auditorium

20-24 Finals

24 Last Day of School for Students.

27 Graduation @ D6 Stadium – 6:00pm

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Revised 06/23/15

2015-16 School Calendar

= Students are in school = Students are not in school

AUGUST 2015 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

SEPTEMBER 2015

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OCTOBER 2015

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DECEMBER 2015

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August 19, 2015

Grades 1—12: Students’ First Day of School

August 24, 2015

Kindergarten: Students’ First Day of School

September 7, 2015

Labor Day, No School

September 18, 2015

No School for Students

October 16, 2015

No School for Students

November 25—27, 2015

Thanksgiving Break, No School

December 18—January 4, 2016

Winter Break, No School

January 5, 2016

Students Return to School

January 18, 2016

Martin Luther King Jr. Day, No School

February 5, 2016

No School for Students

February 15, 2016

Presidents Day, No School

March 28 — April 1, 2016

Spring Break, No School

May 24, 2016

Students’ Last Day of School

May 26—28, 2016

High School Graduation Days

June—July, 2016

Summer Break, No School

JANUARY 2016

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MARCH 2016

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APRIL 2016

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MAY 2016

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2015-16 Calendario Escolar

= Alumnos van a la escuela = Alumnos no van a la escuela

AGOSTO 2015

D L M M J V S

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2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

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SEPTIEMBRE 2015

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OCTUBRE 2015

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NOVIEMBRE 2015

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DICIEMBRE 2015

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Agosto 19, 2015

Grados 1—12: Primer Día de Escuela para

Alumnos

Agosto 24, 2015

Jardín de Niños: Primer Día de Escuela

para Alumnos

Septiembre 7, 2015

Día Laboral, No Hay Escuela

Septiembre 18, 2015

No Hay Escuela para Alumnos

Octubre 16, 2015

No Hay Escuela para Alumnos

Noviembre 25—27, 2015

Descanso de Acción de Gracias, No Hay

Escuela

Diciembre 18—Enero 4, 2016

Descanso de Invierno, No Hay Escuela

Enero 5, 2016

Alumnos Regresan a la Escuela

Enero 19, 2016

Día de Martin Luther King Jr., No Hay

Escuela

Febrero 5, 2016

No Hay Escuela para Alumnos

Febrero 15, 2016

Día de los Presidentes, No Hay Escuela

Marzo 28—Abril 1, 2016

Descanso de Primavera, No Hay Escuela

Mayo 24, 2016

Ultimo Día Escolar para Alumnos

Mayo 26—28, 2016

Días de Graduación de Preparatoria

Junio—Julio, 2016

Descanso de Verano, No Hay Escuela

ENERO 2016

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Health Services information for

STUDENT/PARENT HANDBOOK Health Services - Who are we?

For Health Service forms and information please see the District 6 Health Services Website. http://www.greeleyschools.org/Page/8187

www.greeleyschools.org > departments > health services

District 6 has School Health Clerks who are the main care-givers in health offices in all district and charter schools. They perform first aid and care for ill children, administer medications, perform health screenings, manage immunization and health records. They are available to answer questions and are able to contact School Registered Nurse Consultant at all times. Health Clerks have taken a health clerk training course and have yearly CPR, First Aid, Medication Administration, and other trainings as needed for specific student health needs.

District 6 has School Registered Nurse Consultants who work as a team with health clerks, school administration and staff to provide physical, mental, and social support to help children learn. School Registered Nurse Consultants are trained with an RN-BSN and have obtained School Nurse licensure through CDE. School Nurses are responsible for preparing health care plans, documenting health histories, collaborating with special education team on educational plans, delegating to unlicensed personnel who provide care for students, assisting with health education units, consulting with outside health providers and agencies.

Illness/Injury, Emergency Information

Accidents/Illness/Injury –

o Health office staff or other qualified personnel will administer first aid for any ill or injured student. If needed,

parent/guardians will be contacted and in extreme cases, 911 may be called.

Emergency information – PLEASE KEEP EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION UPDATED WITH THE FRONT OFFICE STAFF. We need to be able to contact you if your child is ill or injured.

Medications

If your child must have medication of any type during school, including prescription or over-the-counter medicine

(pills, syrups, cough drops, eye drops, creams, ointments, inhalers, injectable), you have three choices:

o Parents/Guardians may come to school and give it to their child at the appropriate time.

o Parents/Guardians and health care providers may complete and sign a physician authorization form. The

medication must be in a pharmacy-labeled bottle or original packaging with instructions.

o Parents/Guardians may discuss with their health care provider an alternative schedule so the medication

can be given outside of school hours.

Medications of any sort (over the counter or prescription) are not to be in the possession of students, except for

those with written authorization from their health care provider, their family and school registered nurse consultant.

If your child will need any medication or treatment at school, please obtain a copy of the physician authorization

form from the health office or download from health services website http://www.greeleyschools.org/Page/8187.

Health Questionnaire / Students with Health Concerns

Health questionnaires - It is extremely important that parents/guardians complete the annual health questionnaire and Emergency Information form.

Students with known health concerns – School Registered Nurse Consultants write Health Care Plans (HCP) for students that require specific procedures at school.

All students who have diabetes, seizures, severe allergies, severe asthma or who have any medication (prescription or over the counter) in school should have a HCP. Other disorders may also have specific precautions which would require a HCP. PLEASE contact the school Health Clerk or School Nurse if you have concerns about your child’s health. Students with Severe Asthma, Severe Allergies, Seizure Disorder or Diabetes – forms are available from

health office or on health services website for physician completion http://www.greeleyschools.org/Page/8187.

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Immunizations

Immunizations are an important part of our children’s health care and Colorado Law requires that children going to school be vaccinated to prevent vaccine-preventable disease. Students are not permitted to attend school without meeting immunization requirements or having a signed personal, medical, or religious exemption.

If parents have concerns about immunizations and vaccine safety, visit www.ImmunizeForGood.com . The Colorado Immunization Program’s website is located at www.ColoradoImmunizations.com.

Schools work hard to ensure compliance with the immunization laws. Your help in providing updated immunization records at school registration and when your child receives additional vaccine(s) is greatly appreciated.

Screenings

Hearing and vision screenings are conducted annually by health services staff including District Audiologist. The

following grades are screened: Pre-K, K, 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, and 9, all new students, and students with special education

needs – per the State of Colorado guidelines.

Glasses when prescribed by an eye care professional are extremely crucial to student success. Please make sure

students wear them daily at school.

Students who do not pass vision screening will receive a “referral” for follow-up care. Students who do not pass

hearing screening will continue to be monitored by school audiologist.

Loaned Clothing

The health office has a limited supply of extra clothing for accidents. Please wash and return these clothes at your earliest convenience.

Parent Health Resources

Health office staff are happy to assist parents in finding health information and access to health care. School Wellness

Research shows that children perform better in school when they eat healthy and are physically active. To support

academic achievement and healthy living, District 6 offers exciting wellness opportunities for both students and

employees. Please visit www.greeleyschools.org/wellness.

When to keep your child home / Exclusion from school for health reasons

Healthy Children Learn Better. The following Exclusion Guidelines will be utilized to determine if a student should be sent home because of illness.

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District 6 Health Exclusion Guidelines

Symptom Exclusion Guidelines

Cough Recommended for students experiencing severe, uncontrolled coughing or wheezing, or difficulty breathing.

Diarrhea Recommended for students with other symptoms in addition to diarrhea such as: vomiting, abdominal pain, fever, the diarrhea cannot be contained in a toilet, there is blood or mucus in the stool. Student should be diarrhea free for 24 hours without medication before returning to school.

Fever (defined as a temperature >100.5 F orally)

Recommended if the student has symptoms in addition to the fever such as a rash, sore throat, vomiting, diarrhea, etc. Student should be fever free for 24 hours without medication before returning to school.

Mouth Sores Recommended if student is drooling uncontrollably.

Rash Recommended if student has symptoms in addition to the rash such as behavioral change, fever, joint pain, bruising not associated with injury, or if the rash is open and oozing.

Stomach Ache Abdominal Pain

Recommended if the pain is severe, if the pain appears after an injury, or if the student had symptoms in addition to the stomach ache such as vomiting, fever, diarrhea, etc.

Swollen Glands Recommended if the student has symptoms in addition to the swollen glands such as difficulty breathing or swallowing, fever, etc.

Vomiting

Generally recommended if the student has vomited more than 2 times in 24 hours, if the vomit is green or bloody, if the student had a recent head injury, or if the student has symptoms in addition to the vomiting such as fever, diarrhea, stomach ache, etc. Student should be vomit free for 24 hours without medication before returning to school.

Earache No exclusion necessary

Headache No exclusion necessary. Contact nurse if headache is persistent, severe, is accompanied by other symptoms or if the student has a health care plan.

Lice Exclusion is for children found with live head lice only. Data does not support school exclusion for nits (lice eggs).

Contagious Illness Students on antibiotics for contagious illnesses, such as strep throat, tonsillitis, bronchitis, pinkeye or pneumonia, must stay home until antibiotic has been taken for 24 hours. All skin lesions must be covered by a bandage or clothing during the school day. This may include impetigo, ring worm, scabies, and other fungal, bacterial or viral skin infections.

Other considerations Consider exclusion if: - The student is unable to participate comfortably in usual activities - The student requires more medical care than the school personnel are able to

provide - The student has a high fever, behavioral changes, persistent crying, difficulty

breathing, uncontrolled coughing, or other signs suggesting a severe illness. - The student is ill with a potentially contagious disease and exclusion is

recommended by a health care provider, the state or local public health agency.

Source: D6 Exclusion Guidelines 08022012

*Adapted from CDPHE - Infectious Disease Guidelines in Public Schools, Revised Dec. 2004. Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. http://www.cde.state.co.us/cdesped/NurseHealth.asp#infect

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Información de Servicios de Salud para el

MANUAL DE ESTUDIANTE/PADRES

Servicios de Salud - ¿Quiénes somos?

Para formas e información de los Servicios de Salud, por favor vea la página de internet Servicios de Salud del Distrito 6. http://www.greeleyschools.org/Page/8187

www.greeleyschools.org > departments > health services

El Distrito 6 tiene asistentes de salud escolar quienes son las persona principales del cuidado en las enfermerías de las escuelas en todo el distrito y en las escuelas opcionales/chárter. Ellas dan primeros auxilios y atención a los niños enfermos, administran medicamentos, desempeñan revisiones de salud, manejan los expedientes de vacunas y salud. Ellas están disponibles para contestar preguntas y pueden localizar a la enfermera consultora registrada de la escuela en todo momento. Las asistentes de salud han tomado un curso de entrenamiento para asistentes de enfermería y tienen entrenamientos anuales de CPR (según sus siglas en inglés de reanimación cardiopulmonar), primeros auxilios, administración de medicamentos y otros entrenamientos según sean necesarios, para las necesidades específicas de salud de los estudiantes.

El Distrito 6 tiene enfermeras consultoras registradas de las escuelas que trabajan en equipo con las asistentes de la enfermería escolar, administración y personal de la escuela para dar apoyo físico, mental y social y ayudar a los niños con su aprendizaje. Las enfermeras consultoras registradas de las escuelas están entrenadas con un RN-BSN (Enfermera Registrada – Diplomado en Ciencias de Enfermería, por sus siglas en inglés) y han obtenido una licencia de Enfermera Escolar a través de CDE (Departamento de Educación de Colorado, por sus siglas en inglés). Las enfermeras escolares son responsables de preparar los planes de atención médica, documentar los historiales de salud, colaborar con el equipo de educación especial sobre los planes educativos, delegar personal sin licencia que da atención a estudiantes, ayudan con las unidades de educación de salud, consultan con proveedores y atenciones de salud fuera de la escuela.

Enfermedades/Heridas, Información de Emergencia

Accidentes/Enfermedades/Heridas –

o El personal de la enfermería escolar u otra persona calificada administrará los primeros auxilios a cualquier

estudiante enfermo o herido. Si es necesario, se localizará a los padres/tutores y en casos extremos, se

llamaría al 911.

Información de Emergencia – POR FAVOR MANTENGAN ACTUALIZADA LA INFORMACIÓN DE CONTACTO EN LA OFICINA PRINCIPAL. Necesitamos poder comunicarnos con ustedes por si su niño se enferma o está herido.

Medicamentos

Si su niño debe tener medicamentos de cualquier tipo durante la escuela, incluyendo medicinas recetadas o sin

receta (pastillas, tónicos, caramelos para tos, gotas para los ojos, cremas, pomadas, inhaladores, inyecciones),

usted tiene tres opciones:

o Padres/Tutores pueden venir a la escuela y dárselo a su niño a la hora apropiada

o Padres/Tutores y proveedores de atención médica pueden completar y firmar una forma de autorización del

médico. El medicamento debe estar en un envase de la farmacia con su etiqueta de información o en su

paquete original con las instrucciones.

o Padres/Tutores pueden hablar con el médico sobre un horario alternativo para que el medicamento pueda

darse fuera del horario escolar.

Los medicamentos de cualquier tipo (con y sin receta médica) no deben estar en posesión de los estudiantes,

excepto para aquellos con la autorización escrita de su médico familiar, su familia y enfermera registrada de la

escuela.

Si su niño va a necesitar algún medicamento o tratamiento en la escuela, por favor obtenga una copia de la forma

para la autorización del médico que encuentra en la enfermería de la escuela o bájela de la página de internet en

servicios de salud: http://www.greeleyschools.org/Page/8187.

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Cuestionario de Salud/Estudiantes con Preocupaciones de Salud Cuestionarios de salud – es sumamente importante que los padres/tutores completen el cuestionario anual de

salud y la forma de información de emergencia.

Estudiantes con problemas conocidas de salud– Las enfermeras registradas de la escuela escriben los planes de atención médica (HCP, por sus siglas en inglés) para estudiantes que requieren procedimientos específicos en la escuela.

Todos los estudiantes que tienen diabetes, ataques, alergias graves, asma severa o quien tiene algún medicamento (con o sin receta médica) en la escuela, debe tener un HCP (Plan de Atención Médica, por sus siglas en inglés). Otros trastornos también pudieran tener problemas específicos los cuales requieren un HCP. POR FAVOR, comuníquese con la asistente de la enfermería escolar o la enfermera de la escuela si usted tiene alguna preocupación sobre la salud de su niño. Para los estudiantes con asma severa, alergias graves, trastornos de ataques o diabetes – las formas

están disponibles en la oficina de salud o en la página de internet de servicios de salud para que el médico lo complete http://www.greeleyschools.org/Page/8187.

Vacunas

Las vacunas son una parte importante del cuidado de salud de nuestros niños y la ley de Colorado requiere que los niños que van a la escuela sean vacunados para prevenir enfermedades que se previenen por medio de las vacunas. Los estudiantes no tienen permitido asistir a la escuela sin cumplir los requisitos de vacunas o sin tener un permiso firmado por el médico o una exención religiosa.

Si los padres tienen preocupaciones sobre las vacunas y la seguridad de las vacunas, visite el sitio www.ImmunizeForGood.com . La página de internet del Programa de Vacunación de Colorado está localizada en www.ColoradoImmunizations.com.

Las escuelas hacen un esfuerzo por asegurar el cumplimiento de las leyes de vacunación. La ayuda de usted al proveer registros de vacunación actualizadas en la inscripción escolar y cuando su niño recibe vacunas adicionales es muy apreciado

Revisiones

Las revisiones auditivas y de la vista son conducidas anualmente por el personal de servicios de salud incluyendo a

la audióloga del distrito. Los siguiente grados son revisados: Pre-K, K, 1, 2, 3, 5, 7 y 9, todos los estudiantes

nuevos y estudiantes con necesidades de educación especial – según las directrices del estado de Colorado..

Los lentes, cuando son recetados por un oftalmólogo profesional es sumamente crucial para el éxito del estudiante.

Por favor, asegúrese que los estudiantes usen diariamente sus lentes en la escuela.

Los estudiantes que no pasen la revisión de la vista recibirán una “referencia” para darle seguimiento de atención de salud. Los estudiantes que no pasen la revisión auditiva continuarán siendo supervisados por la audióloga escolar.

Ropa prestada

La enfermería escolar tiene un número limitado de ropa extra para accidentes. Por favor lave y regrese esta ropa lo más pronto posible para usted.

Recursos de Salud para Padres

El personal de la enfermería escolar está dispuesto a ayudar a los padres a encontrar información de salud y de cómo tener acceso al cuidado de salud.

Bienestar escolar

La investigación muestra que los niños se desempeñan mejor en la escuela cuando comen saludablemente y están activos físicamente. Para apoyar el rendimiento académico y una vida saludable, el Distrito 6 ofrece oportunidades interesantes de bienestar para los estudiantes y empleados. Por favor visite la página de internet www.greeleyschools.org/wellness.

Cuando mantener a su niño en casa/Exclusión de la escuela por razones de salud

Los Niños Saludables Aprenden Mejor. Las siguientes directrices de exclusión serán utilizadas para determinar si un estudiante debe ser enviado a casa por causa de enfermedad.

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Directrices de Exclusión de Salud

Síntoma Directrices de Exclusión

Tos Recomendado para estudiantes que experimentan una tos severa, incontrolable o respirar con dificultad o resollar.

Diarrea Recomendado para estudiantes con otros síntomas además de diarrea, como: vomito, dolor abdominal, fiebre, la diarrea no puede ser contenido en un inodoro, hay sangre o mucosidad en la deposición. Estudiante no deberá tener diarrea por 24 horas sin medicamento antes de regresar a la escuela.

Fiebre (definido como una temperatura oral >100.5 F)

Recomendado si el estudiante tiene síntomas además de la fiebre como una erupción temporal cutánea/salpullido, dolor de garganta, vómito, diarrea, etc. El estudiante no debe tener fiebre por 24 horas sin medicamento antes de regresar a la escuela.

Ulceras/Llagas bucales Recomendado si el estudiante está babeando incontrolablemente.

Erupción temporal cutánea/Salpullido

Recomendado si el estudiante tiene síntomas además del salpullido como cambio en comportamiento, fiebre, dolor de coyunturas, moretones no asociados con alguna herida o si la llaga está abierta o supurando.

Dolor estomacal Dolor abdominal

Recomendado si el dolor es severo, si el dolor aparece después de una herida o si el estudiante tuvo síntomas además del dolor estomacal como vómito, fiebre, diarrea, etc.

Glándulas/Ganglios inflamados Recomendado si el estudiante tiene síntomas además de las glándulas inflamadas como dificultad en respirar o tragar, fiebre, etc.

Vómito Generalmente recomendado si el estudiante ha vomitado más de 2 veces en 24 horas, si el vómito es verde o con sangre, si el estudiante ha tenido una herida a la cabeza reciente o si el estudiante tiene síntomas además del vómito, como fiebre, diarrea, dolor estomacal, etc. El estudiante no debe tener vómito por 24 horas sin medicamento antes de regresar a la escuela

Dolor de oído Exclusión no es necesaria

Dolor de cabeza Exclusión no es necesaria. Comunicarse con la enfermera si el dolor de cabeza es persistente, severa, es acompañado de otros síntomas o si el estudiante tiene un plan del cuidado de salud

Piojos Exclusión solo para niños a los que se les encontró con piojos vivos en la cabeza. La información no apoyan la exclusión escolar por liendres (larva/huevecillos de piojos)

Enfermedades contagiosas Los estudiantes con antibióticos por enfermedades contagiosas, como estreptococo, amigdalitis, bronquitis, conjuntivitis o neumonía, deben permanecer en casa hasta que el antibiótico haya sido ingerido por 24 horas. Toda lesión de piel debe estar cubierta por una venda o ropa durante el día escolar. Esto pudiera incluir impétigo, tiña/culebrilla cutánea, sarna y otra infección micótico/de hongos, bacterial o viral de la piel.

Otras consideraciones

Se considera la exclusión si: - El estudiante no puede participar cómodamente en las actividades usuales - El estudiante requiere mayor cuidado médico del que el personal escolar puede

proveer - El estudiante tiene una fiebre alta, cambios de comportamiento, llanto persistente,

dificultad para respirar, tos incontrolable u otra señal sugiriendo una enfermedad severa.

- El estudiante está enfermo con una posible enfermedad contagiosa y la exclusión es recomendada por un proveedor de atención médica, el estado o agencia local de salud publica.

Fuentes: *Adaptado de CDPHE – Directrices de Enfermedades Infecciosas en las Escuelas Públicas, Revisión Diciembre 2004( Infectious Disease Guidelines in Public Schools, Revised Dec. 2004). Departamento de Salud Pública y Ambiente de Colorado (Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment).http://www.cde.state.co.us/cdesped/NurseHealth.asp#infect