HALL -WOODWARD
HALL-WOODWARD
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
125 NICHOLSON ROAD
WINSTON – SALEM, NC 27107
(336) 771 - 4550
2011 – 2012
STAFF HANDBOOK
Theme: Communications
8/18/11
TABLE OF CONTENTS
School Calendar
4
Philosophy/ School Vision / Mission / 2006-2007 Focus
5
“Children Learn What They
Live”____________________________________________8
Working Agreement 9
Program
Description_______________________________________________________10
Parent-Student-School
Compact______________________________________________12
Contact
People____________________________________________________________14
Single School Culture
15
Faculty & Staff Roster
17
Map / Traffic
Pattern_______________________________________________________21
VIP Calendar / VIP Forms
__________________________________________________23
HWES Staff Development/Technology/Marzano’s __
____________________ 26
SIT-You Have A Voice Guidelines
29
Meeting Schedules
30
Committees
31
School Leadership
36
Personnel Policies and
Guidelines____________________________________________ 38
School
Day________________________________________________________
Staff
Absences_____________________________________________________
Hazardous
Weather__________________________________________________
Substitute
Folder____________________________________________________
Breaks____________________________________________________________
PTA
Meetings______________________________________________________
Duty Free
Lunch____________________________________________________
Telephones________________________________________________________
Dress
Code________________________________________________________
Verification of Sick
Leave____________________________________________
Professional______________________________________________________________42
Planning__________________________________________________________
Attendance
Sheets___________________________________________________
Reporting to
Parents_________________________________________________
Parent Conference
Information_________________________________________
Record
Keeping____________________________________________________
Cumulative
Folders__________________________________________________
Staff
Meetings______________________________________________________
Email_____________________________________________________________
Mailboxes_________________________________________________________
Class
Schedules_____________________________________________________
Student
Registration_________________________________________________
Early
Leaves_______________________________________________________
Field Trip
Information_______________________________________________
Half-Time
Employees________________________________________________
Support
Personnel___________________________________________________
Building /
Materials_________________________________________________
Buses_____________________________________________________________
Media
Center______________________________________________________
Personal Education Plan (PEP)/Gateway
Folders__________________________
Items to Share with
Parents___________________________________________
Office
Efficiency__________________________________________________________53
Finances / Field Trip
Information_____________________________________________54
Effective Classroom Management/Discipline Guidelines for
Staff___________________56
Emergency
Procedures_____________________________________________________78
Checklist-Bomb
Threat_____________________________________________________82
Procedures for Panic/Danger
Situations________________________________________83
Guidelines & Schedules
92
Forms_________________________________________________________________110
School Improvement By-Laws and Plan_
___________________ 137
Job
Descriptions__________________________________________________________166
Employee Evaluation
Information____________________________________________173
Attached
Policies_________________________________________________________
217
Tobacco Free Schools Policy
1331_____________________________________
Student Rights, Responsibilities Policy
5131_____________________________
Guidelines for Student Discipline AR
5131_______________________________
Attendance and Make-up Work AR 5110
________________________________
Technology
Information____________________________________________________267
2011-2012 CALENDAR SUMMARY
August 2011
23
Open House (5:30-7:30)
Report Card Dates
25
First Day for Students
8th - November
31st- January
September 2011
Fundraiser Month
17th - April
5
Holiday-Labor Day
13th - June
8
PTA/Open House/Curriculum Night
16
Ident-A-Kid
October 2011
1st Quarter Progress Report Dates
21 Fall Harvest Festival September 6th
26
Fall Picture Day
September 27th (Mid-term Interim)
27
Fall Treat
October 18th
27
End of Quarter
28
No School for students
November 2011
10 Curriculum Night/Science
11
Holiday - Veteran’s Day
2nd Quarter Progress Report Dates
15 Holiday Portraits November 15th
22
Fall Picture Make-ups
December 6th (Mid-term Interim)
23-25
Holiday - Thanksgiving January 10th
December 2011
8
PTA/Student Performance/ Curriculum Night
20 Winter Treats
21-January 2 Winter Holidays
January 2012
3
1st Day Back to School
12
Parent Curriculum Night
16
Holiday - Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday
20
End of Quarter
23
No School for students
February 20123rd Quarter Progress Report Dates
9
PTA/Student Performance February 7th
14
Valentines Dance (During School) February 21st (Mid-term
Interim)
20
No School for Students
March 13th
March 2012
6 Spring Portraits
22
Parent Curriculum Night/Movie
29
Spring Treat
29
End of Quarter
30
Rsv Day/No School for students
April 2012 4th Quarter Progress Report Dates
2-6 Spring Break/Holiday
April 24th
12
Class Pictures
May 8th (Mid-term Interim)
14
PTA Spring Fling
26
PTA/Student Performance
May 2012
28
Holiday - Memorial Day
JUNE 7 LAST DAY OF SCHOOL/End of Quarter
Bad Weather Make-up Days
School Improvement Team Meeting Dates
November 23, February 20,
(Time: 4:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.
June 8, June 11, June 12, June 13, August 22, September 7,
October 5, November 9,
March 30, April 2, April 3, April 4
December 7, Janurary 18, February 22, March 15,
*Days missed will be made up in the above order April 25, May
16, June TBA
HALL – WOODWARD ELEMENTARY
2010-2011 FOCUS
Rigor, Relevance, Relationships, and Results
SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY
The Hall – Woodward Elementary School staff is committed to
providing a quality-learning environment for each student. They
will assist every child in reaching his / her potential in
educational, physical, and personal growth in these ways:
Students are encouraged to understand the importance of
learning, to develop a sense of duty and responsibility, and to
apply themselves enthusiastically in attaining goals.
Parents are encouraged to be involved and supportive of the
educational process through open communication with staff and
through active involvement in school activities.
The school consists of the students, staff, parents, and
community. We will strive to work together to produce valuable and
able citizens for our future.
VISION
Home, school, and community working together for the academic
and social success of children.
MISSION
We believe that by providing a safe and secure environment,
recognizing and respecting individual differences, and utilizing
different ways of teaching, all children will learn through the
combined efforts of home, school, and community.
SCHOOL MOTTO
“Working Together Learning Happens Here”
SCHOOL THEME
Communications
Children Learn What They Live
If children live with criticism, they learn to condemn.
If children live with hostility, they learn to fight.
If children live with fear, they learn to be apprehensive.
If children live with pity, they learn to feel sorry for
themselves.
If children live with ridicule, they learn to feel shy.
If children live with jealousy, they learn to feel envy.
If children live with shame, they learn to feel guilty.
If children live with encouragement, they learn confidence.
If children live with tolerance, they learn patience.
If children live with praise, they learn appreciation.
If children live with acceptance, they learn to love.
If children live with approval, they learn to like
themselves.
If children live with recognition, they learn it is good to have
a goal.
If children live with sharing, they learn generosity.
If children live with honesty, they learn truthfulness.
If children live with fairness, they learn justice.
If children live with kindness and consideration, they learn
respect.
If children live with security, they learn to have faith in
themselves and in those about them.
If children live with friendliness, they learn the world is a
nice place in which to live.
By Dorothy Law Nolte, Ph.D.
Working Agreement for Hall-Woodward
Work cooperatively.
Celebrate accomplishments.
Be open, truthful, honest, and forgiving.
Respect others.
Listen deeply to others.
Show sensitivity to differences.
Accept and understand what is said.
Agree to disagree.
Participate actively.
Open your mind to change.
Accept the differences of others while keeping your own
identity.
Avoid stereotyping.
Acknowledge everyone’s individuality.
Demonstrate care and concern.
Keep a positive attitude.
Accept constructive criticism.
Look beyond the outer person.
Treat each other as equals.
Maintain confidentiality.
Speak in “I” and “me” statements.
Appreciate each other.
Learn and grow.
Be flexible and adjust.
Be punctual.
HALL-WOODWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Magnet Theme:Communications
Preparing students with effective communication skills for
lifelong learning in a technological and culturally diverse
society.
Grade Levels:Pre-K-5Type of Program:
K-5 Public Education
Schoolwide Title I
Partnerships:
Accion Hispana, B B & T, Baptist Hospital,
Disco Rodeo, Duke Power, Rite-Aid Drug,
Dollar General, Friedland Moravian Church, Gallins Vending,
Hispanics in Action, Hispanic Arts Initiative,
Hispanic League, Kernersville Kiwanis, Five Points Tire &
Auto
5 Star International Food Store, Lowes Food,
Mt. Tabor Methodist Church, Oak Forest United Methodist
Church,
Oaklawn Baptist Church, Parkview Christian Church, Parkview
Pizza Hut,
Old School Social Club, Que Pasa Latino Communications, Inc.
SAMs Club, Sedge Garden United Methodist Church, Oak Summit
Church, Target
VIP Corporate Volunteers, Wal-Mart,
Winston-Salem Chamber of Commerce
Winston-Salem Foundation, Winston-Salem State University,
WSJS
Program Description:
Hall-Woodward Elementary School offers a child-centered program
in all academic areas with a focus on communication skills
(reading, writing, speaking, listening, viewing), Spanish
instruction, critical thinking, cultural awareness, and the use of
communication through performance. Students use available
technologies for accessing communications, video, television
production, multi-media instruction, and publishing. Writing is
emphasized across the curriculum and literature is emphasized in
the communication skills program. Parent and community involvement
is an integral part of the school's program.
Special Features:
*Emphasis on Excellence in all Academic Areas
*Computer Assisted Instruction
*Activities to Promote Effective and Confident Public
Speaking
*Analytical and Creative Writing Programs in all Curriculum
Areas, including
the use of word processing beginning in Kindergarten
*Literature emphasized in Communication Skills instruction
*In school television broadcasts produced and developed by
students
*Book Clubs and Drama experiences to encourage interest in
reading and writing
*Student production of newspapers and magazines
*Infusion of cultural arts throughout the curriculum
*Parent, Business, and Community Involvement
*Cooperative Learning
*Team Teaching
Student Services
The following services are provided to the students at
Hall-Woodward Elementary School.
Mentor/Mentees
☺GAP (Girls Achieving Progress)
Brittany Malloy
Kyla Stroud
Essie McKoy
☺GQ (Gentlemen of Quality)
Eric Jones
Kenneth Jordan
Enrichment Activities
☺Summer Enrichment (Rising 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Graders)
☺Kinder Kamp (Incoming Kinders)
Tutoring
☺Hall-Woodward Tutoring
Heather Barksdale
☺Corporate Volunteers
Susan Paschal
Co-Curricular Activities
Eric Jones
☺D-Unity Dancers
☺Boys and Girls Basketball
☺Boys and Girls Soccer
☺Reading Group
☺Video/Media Group
☺Odyssey of the Mind
☺SAVE (Students Against Violence Everywhere)
☺Student Council
☺Safety Patrol
☺Back Pack Group
HALL-WOODWARD PARENT-STUDENT- SCHOOL COMPACT
2011-2012
Hall-Woodward Elementary School and parents have jointly
developed, agreed upon and distributed to all participants a
School-Parent-Student Compact. We believe that by providing a safe
and secure environment, recognizing and respecting individual
differences, and utilizing different ways of teaching, all students
will learn through the combined efforts of home, school, and
community. Shared responsibility between parents and school staff
is necessary in order for students to attain the high level of
performance necessary to meet North Carolina’s academic performance
standards. We ask that you promise to do this by completing and
signing the part of the agreement that belongs to you.
PARENT RESPONSIBILITY
We will support the social, emotional and academic growth of our
child in the following ways:
1. Send my child to school daily, on time, and prepared to
learn.
2. Attend parent/teacher conferences and other school
functions.
3. Assist with all homework activities.
4. Read, sign and return all school communication.
5. Keep parent contact and emergency information up to date.
Parent’s Signature _______________________________ Date
________
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY
I will support my own social, emotional and academic growth by
doing the following things:
1. Get at least eight hours of sleep every night.
2. Complete and return all of my assigned homework.
3. Attend school every day, on time.
4. Show respect to everyone.
5. Obey all school rules.
Student’s Signature _______________________________ Date
________
SCHOOL RESPONSIBILITY
We will support the social, emotional and academic growth of
students in the following ways:
1. Provide high quality curriculum and instruction, which
prepares students for their future.
2. Develop activities that promote a safe and caring
environment.
3. Maintain ongoing communication with parents.
4. Provide parents with information and techniques to help their
child learn.
5. Maintain an environment that promotes cultural understanding
and mutual respect.
Teacher’s Signature _____________________________ Date
_________
COMMUNICATION
To support the social, emotional and academic growth of
students, communication will be carried out in the following
ways:
1. Parent-Teacher conferences and school visits.
2. Regular communication with parents (phone calls, progress
reports, AlertNow, notes, parent bulletin board, weekly
newsletter).
3. Quarterly grade-level newsletters.
I agree_____ I disagree_____ with the compact
__________________________________Date_________________
Signature
School:
Hall-Woodward
Level:
Elementary
Principal:
Essie M. McKoy
Assistant Principal:
Kenneth M. Jordan III
EC Referral Coordinator:
Leslie Miller
K-2 Curriculum Coordinator:Susan Paschal
3-5 Curriculum Coordinator:Heather Barksdale
Instructional Coach
Shayne Willis
Section 504 Coordinator:
Leslie Miller
AIG Referral Coordinator:Shayne Willis
NC Testing Coordinator:
Heather Barksdale
Textbook Coordinators:
Kenneth M. Jordan II
Heather Barksdale
Susan Paschal
NCWISE Technician:
Shelly Ferner
AIG Teacher 3rd, 4th, 5th Grade:AIG Designated Personnel
Diabetes Care Manager 1:Cecelia Dunlap
Brenda Jarrett
Diabetes Care Manager 2:Lori Fisher
Linda Tanner
Partnership Program Contact:Susan Paschal
PTA Volunteer Coordinator:Millie Kimel
Volunteer Program Contact:Eric Jones
2011-2012 Single School Culture Guidelines
· Certified Staff should arrive to school by 8:15 a.m. and work
at least 7 hours and 45 minutes. (See Mrs. McKoy if you have any
concerns.)
· Classified Staff should arrive to school by 7:30 and leave at
3:30 p.m. unless otherwise notified. All COMP time must be approved
prior to use.
· All staff will sign in and sign out each day. Sign in/out
locations will be announced.
· Arrive to all meetings on time. All certified employees should
attend all PTA meetings, Curriculum Nights, and special events as
outlined in the Calendar Summary. Plan early!
· Sign-in at arrival and departure times for all school related
events with an administrator.
· Leave campus only upon approval by Mrs. McKoy. There will be a
sign-out book for leaving campus only for SL or an emergency and it
must be recorded in subfinder. (Mrs. McKoy will initial).
· All employees must wear identification badges at all
times.
· Model appropriate behaviors that we expect of our students
(i.e., no gum chewing, no inappropriate attire).
· Remember to always have your assigned instructional assistant
helping with students. They should not be in the classroom alone
unless they are substituting or providing coverage (the coverage
should be approved by an administrator).
· Adhere to ALL duty assignments.
· Read emails and weekly agendas.
· Parking in front of the school is NOT allowed.
· Every child and every adult should be quiet during
announcements. Everybody needs to observe the “Moment of Silence.”
If during testing times, we forego the pledge, etc., then you may
do it quietly in your room.
· All recess time must conclude by 2:55 p.m. and classrooms
should be quiet.
· Adults must be in close proximity to students on the
playground.
· Students should not be allowed in the lounge unless
accompanied by an adult.
· Remember to utilize outside exit doors if located around the
media center.
· Children (your own children) are welcomed on RS days unless
notified otherwise.
· Adhere to our “Working Agreements” even when attending
events/workshops/training/etc. off campus.
· Please keep commitments when agreeing to attend
workshops/conferences/trainings/etc.
Single School Culture Guidelines (Safety Reminders)
1. Wear identification badge at all times.
2. Supervise students closely and know where your students are
at all times.
3. Look for ways that safety can be improved.
4. Keep all students out of the lounge.
5. Keep in close proximity to your students.
6. Keep doors locked when unoccupied.
7. Report all unknown faces/strangers immediately to the front
office.
8. Keep outside doors locked at all times.
9. Dismiss students according to dismissal plan.
10. Keep all scissors, objects, or anything that can be used as
a weapon in a locked closet.
11. Take all drills seriously and follow protocol. Remember to
take roster, inhalers, and important information with you.
12. Be vigilant, report anything of concern.
13. Report closet doors, especially custodian closets, if
unlocked.
14. Make sure that NO chemicals are in your classroom.
15. Report any suspicious conversation, activity, or knowledge
to the office immediately.
16. Never leave your classroom unattended.
17. Report any strangers on the playground.
18. Report any suspicious activity in the parking lot.
19. Review safety handbook, policies, and guidelines often.
20. Do not block any exits.
21. Make sure all heavy items (TV, etc.) are properly
secured.
22. Do not allow pets or live animals in for show and tell.
Always seek permission.
23. Remember students should use a hall pass when permission is
granted to go to specific destination.
24. All staff should be in their assigned location. Teachers
will need to “greet and meet” their students in the mornings.
Single School Culture Interventions
1) Verbal warning and follow-up sent to the instructional
team.
2) Meet with the instructional team.
3) Devise a written plan of action (possibly daily sign-in/duty
assignment)
4) Letter of reprimand of how it impacts your evaluation.
Single School Culture Monitoring Schedule
Eric Jones- Parking Lot
Kenneth Jordan – Bus Ramp
Susan Paschal – Second Grade POD
Heather Barksdale – Third Grade POD
Essie McKoy – Building and Campus (checking duty locations)
Mrs. Martinez and Office Staff – Reviewing monitors
Single District Culture
Inappropriate Student/Teacher Relations
Failure to Sign Evaluation Forms
Inappropriate Use of Email
Energy Conservation-Shut-Down Computers; Turn off PC and TV
Monitors
Flex Time (7 hours 45 minutes)
Parents Keep Progress Reports
Protected Teacher Workdays
Doctor’s Note Required
Updated: 8/18/11
HALL-WOODWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
FACULTY AND STAFF
2011-2012
STATE NO. 390
LOCAL NO.044
Principal:
Essie M. McKoy
Asst. Principal:
Kenneth M. Jordan III
Secretary I:
Miranda K. Martinez
Secretary II/Data Manager:
Shelly Ferner
Secretary III/Parent Support:
Tina Salgado
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Grade
Lead Teacher
Assistant
Room#
PRE-KINDERGARTEN
Shanda Morrison
Luzdary Sanchez
306
KINDERGARTEN
Kay Chesson
Keesha Williams
308
Amber Cooley
Regina Penn
312
Jeanette Morrison
Ernestine Williams
304
Jennifer Jackson
Maria Morales
305
Kathryn Lawrence
Patricia Sprague
314
Nora Pauley
Misty Hughes
303
Leslye Phillips
Faye Reich
309
Catherine Seivers
Kendall Slade
307
Emily Terrell
Diane Fordham
302
GRADE ONE
Grade Level Assistants
Janice Browning
313
Catherine Falkson
318
Rachel Harris
215
Kristin Malliet
216
Vinca Modaress-Razavi
M-4
Jennifer Murphy
Kathy Pizzulo
317
Alisha Reid
Phyllis Pitts
M-1
Elizabeth Roach
315
Harriett Watson
316
GRADE TWO
Grade Level Assistants
Peggy Cunningham
P-7
Kelly James
P-1
Millie Kimel
Darlene McCracken
P-4
Jacqueline Potter
Porfiria Girgis
P-6
Susan Sullivan
P-3
Catherine Thomas
P-5
Patricia Wood
P-2
Grade
Lead Teacher
Assistant
Room#
GRADE THREE
Grade Level Assistant
Daphonnie Buchanan
P-5
Melissa Lange
P-1
Michelle Marshall
P-2
Kelley McLaughlin Lynn Evans
P-3
Carla Montgomery
P-6
Sue Perrino
P-7
Myla Rogers
P-4
GRADE FOUR
Grade Level Assistant
Deneia Attucks
212
Laura Corbello
209
Evie Randolph
Linda Brown
M-8
Anna Rubin
202
Nissa Vogel
201
Marjorie Wheeler
211
GRADE FIVE
Grade Level Assistant
Catherine Apostolides
205
Karen Armstrong
203
Robin Corn
Darryl Gordon
206
Kevin Cornell
204
Brittany Malloy
213
Linda Tanner
208
Jordan Williams
214
SPEECH
Dora Harris
208-A
PRT
Barbara Dunlap-Scales
M-3
Tara Ferris
M-3
Carol Lamm
M-3
Amanda Parsons
M-3
Cynthia Samuels
M-3
Evelyn Sherrill
M-3
ESL
ESL Assistants
Lori Fisher
M-7
Candace Heckstall
Brenda Jarrett
M-7
Susan Moretz
M-7
Katharine Llanaj
M-6
Jessenia MatamorosDebbie Wolfe
M-6
Andrea Moore(Lead)
M-6
LD RESOURCE
Loretta Dunwoody
M-3
Grade
Lead Teacher
Room#
ART
Joanna Portis
M-9
Melinda Hall (Day )
M-9
MEDIA
Lynn Blankenship
Media
MEDIA CLERK
Mason Hughes
Media
MUSIC
James Dorsett
104
Laura Adkins (Day 5)
104
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Deborah Horn
GYM/203-A
Ashley Chunn (Day 4 )
GYM/203-A
GUIDANCE
Leslie Miller
203-B
Norma Corley (Day 1,2,3)
203-B
TECHNOLOGY
Chippy Weavil
Office/319
ISS/TECHNOLOGY ASSISTANT
Greg Fox
M-5/319
COMPUTER LAB
Erikka Gale-Lane
311
SUCCESSMAKER
Mary Hemphill
320
SCIENCE
Taka Jarrett
319
CURRICULUM COORDINATOR
Heather Barksdale 3-5
109
Susan Paschal K-2
WR3
INSTRUCTIONAL COACH
Shayne Willis
M-5
HOME SCHOOL COORDINATOR
Eric Jones
Office-5
Grade
Lead Teacher
Room#
RETELL FACILITATOR
Linda Brown
214
WELLNESS FACILITATOR
Darryl Gordon-Fields
M-2
LOCAL AIDE
Cecelia Dunlap
WR4
SOCIAL WORKER
Kathy FitzJeffries
215-A
PSYCHOLOGIST
Sherry Todd
215-A
SCHOOL NURSE
Natasha Gonzalez
215-A
CASE MANAGER
Chris Campbell
215-A
CUSTODIANS
Roderick Jackson
Jean Allen
Darryl Eldridge
MAGNET EXPRESS BUSES
Brenda Jordan (6:30-8:30a.m. & 2:40-6:00p.m.)
CAFETERIA STAFF
Cathy Dillard, Manager
Joan Klein
Tarver
Sadie Coleman
Lucille Smith
Randolph Evans
Margaret Gravett
Traffic Pattern for Hall-Woodward
Car Riders will be dropped off and picked up in front of the
school.
Enter from Nicholson Road and pull to the left curb to drop off/
pick up students.
Cars entering from Wintergreen Drive must turn right and circle
through the staff parking lot and exit again onto Wintergreen.
The staff parking lot will be open for parents to park during
the first day of school, on open house, and during PTA
meetings.
Calendar for Progress Report/Report Card Dates
Calendario de los reportes de progreso Tarjeta de
Calificaciones
Listed below is the calendar of the dates students will receive
Progress Reports and Report Cards.
Abajo se hallara las fechas en las cuales los estudiantes
recibiran sus reportes de progreso VIP y sus tarjetas de
calificaciones.
Progress Report Dates/Fechas de reporte de progreso
First Quarter/Primer Cuarto
Second Quarter/Segundo Cuarto
Third Quarter/Tercer Cuarto
Fourth Quarter/Cuarto Cuarto
Tuesday, September 6
Martes, 6 de septiembre
Tuesday, November 15
Martes, 15 de noviembre
Tuesday, February 7
Martes, 7 de febrero
Tuesday April 24
Martes, 24 de abril
Tuesday, September 27
Interim Report
Martes, 27 de septiembre
Tuesday, December 6
Interim Report
Martes, 6 de diciembre
Tuesday, February 21
Interim Report
Martes, 21 de febrero
Tuesday, May 8
Interim Report
Martes, 8 de mayo
Tuesday, October 18
Martes, 18 de octubre
Tuesday, January 10
Martes, 10 de enero
Tuesday, March 13
Martes, 13 de marzo
Report Card Dates/Fechas de tarjeta de calificaciones
First Quarter/Primer Cuarto
Second Quarter/Segundo Cuarto
Third Quarter/Tercer Cuarto
Fourth Quarter/Cuarto Cuarto
Tuesday, November 8
Martes, 8 de noviembre
Tuesday, January 31
Martes, 31 de enero
Tuesday, April 17
Martes, 17 de abril
Friday, June 13
Viernes,13 de junio
WSFCS RCS, RC & RS Staff Development
WORKDAY
PROTECTED FOR
RATIONALE FOR DESIGNATION
Monday, August 15, 2011
STAR3 Workshop
Reserved for school based professional development
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
STAR3 Workshop
Reserved for school based professional development
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
RS
Reserved for school based professional development
Thursday, August 18, 2011
RCS
Reserved Central
Friday, August 19, 2011
RC
Reserved Central
Monday, August 22, 2011
RS
Reserved for school based professional development
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
RCS
Reserved for school based professional development
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
RS
Reserved for school based professional development
Friday, October 28, 2011
RS
Reserved for school based professional development
Monday, October 31, 2011
RC
Reserved Central
Monday, January 23, 2012
RS
Reserved for school based professional development
Monday, February 20, 2012
RC
Reserved Central
Friday, March 30, 2011
RS
Reserved for school based professional development
Thursday, June 7, 2012
Last Day for Students
Friday, June 8, 2012
RS
Reserved for school based professional development.
Monday, June 11, 2012
RS
Reserved for school based professional development.
Tuesday, June 12, 2011
RS
Reserved for school based professional development
Wednesday, June 13, 2011
RS
Reserved for school based professional development
*** Teacher Assistants, PRT’s, and local assistants will not
work the following days:
August 22, 2011
March 30, 2012
June 12, 2012
October 28, 2011
June 11, 2012
June 13, 2012
January 23, 2012
Technology Workshops
2011-2012
Grade Book Grades 3-5 – Certified Staff required to attend
August 24
School Wires Basic – Certified Staff required to attend
Grades K-2 – 9:00-10:00 – Media Center
Grades 3-5 – 10:00-11:00 – Media Center
September 13
Learning Village/Tech Resources – Cerified Staff required to
attend
Grades K-2 – 7:30-8:25 – Media Center
September 15
Learning Village/Tech Resources – Cerified Staff required to
attend
Grades 3-5 – 7:30-8:25 – Media Center
Optional – To Be Scheduled as Needed
Email Excel Report Cards/VIP ReportsTeacher Webportal netTrekker
Learn360
Atomic LearningDocument Cameras and Smart Tablet
Flip Cameras
Smartboard Clickers
Online OpportunitiesMoodle
Professional Development
As Needed in House
NCWise – new homeroom staff
School Improvement Team
You Have A Voice Guidelines
The
School Improvement (SIT) team exists to improve the overall
experience of all students, parents, and staff members. In order to
achieve this, the SIT has established a method for parents and
staff members to communicate issues and concerns to the SIT. In
order to maintain the integrity and validity of You Have a Voice,
the following guidelines have been established:
The concern or issue should affect more than one class or
person.
The concern or issue should include enough specific information
so the problem can be addressed adequately.
The concern or issue should include possible solutions as to how
the problem can resolved.
If the concern or issue includes names of specific individuals,
confidentiality will be honored.
Personnel issues or conflicts will be given directly to
administration and handled privately.
Please be familiar with and follow the above guidelines
so that the communication process between parents, staff, and the
SIT can operate effectively.
MEETING SCHEDULE 2011-2012
Staff Development/Faculty MeetingsEvery Tuesday at 7:30 AM
unless notification given for a different time or day
Leadership TeamEvery Friday, 7:45 AM (as needed)
(Principal, Assistant Principal, Curriculum Coordinators,
Instructional Coach, School Counselors, SIT Chairs)
Instructional Team
Daily 9:00-9:30 AM
Every Friday, 9:15 – 12:00
(Principal, Assistant Principal, Curriculum Coordinators,
Instructional Coach)
Office TeamEvery 2nd Thursday of Quarter 7:30 AM
Teacher AssistantsEvery 1st Thursday of Quarter 7:30 AM (As
needed)
School Improvement TeamTime: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m
August 22 (9:00 a.m.), September 7, October 5, November 9,
December 7, January 18, February 22, March 15, April 25, May 16,
June TBA
(Representative Group)
Instructional TeamMeet with grade levels once a week to talk
about curriculum instruction, student achievement, best practices,
and student assessments. Minutes should be kept in a notebook for
documentation reasons and site visit by federal officers. Grade
levels may meet another day of the week to discuss field trips,
non-direct instructional items, etc.
School Assistance Team (SAT)Every Wednesday; other dates as
scheduled
CommitteesTBA by Chairperson
*Meetings above will be conducted as needed
COMMITTEES/REPRESENTATIVES
(All committee chairpersons are responsible for sending minutes
of all meetings to the IT.)
*Academic Committee
Assist in reading, writing, math, social studies, science and
tutoring. (Set up and implement school-wide reading recognition
program, assist with effective integration of Accelerated Reader
program, assist with implementation of activities such as Read
Across America and National Library Week, etc., provide leadership
and coordination of Family Curriculum Nights, establish school-wide
and problem solving incentives, assist the Science Rep in carrying
out building level Science Fair, establish and implement
school-wide initiatives which encourage and celebrate writing and
publishing of student work, plan in conjunction with curriculum
coordinators the Young Author/s Celebration, plan and assist with
activities related to Social Studies, and assist curriculum
coordinators in planning and implementing a comprehensive tutorial
program.)
Budget Committee
Give input and make recommendations into how the different
monies are allocated.
*PBIS/Discipline/Incentives Committee
Coordinate, plan, and oversee PBS. Meet with teachers to discuss
discipline issues of specific student(s), recommend interventions,
discuss classroom management techniques and alternative strategies,
and assist with implementing the “Discovery Zone” school-wide.
Coordinate, plan, and oversee activities to promote student
achievement, character, and effort in connection with ACE
Awards.
D-Unity (Dance) Support Committee
Coordinate events, organize performances, manage students,
communicate with parents about events, and oversee D-Unity
events.
*Faculty Affairs Committee
Coordinate and oversee social activities for the staff (Holiday
Party, Teacher of Year Breakfast, End-of-Year Luncheon) and oversee
benevolence (illnesses, deaths, births, academic advancement,
etc.)
*Field Day
Plan, coordinate and oversee the end of year Field Day
Extravaganza activities.
Fund Drive Committee
Collect donations for various organizations (Arts Council,
College Fund, Red Cross, and United Way)
*Grade Chairs
Grade chairs are responsible for coordination of activities at
each level. Among the tasks they are asked to do are: Act as
curriculum liaison for the grade level, conduct regular grade level
meetings for coordination of the instructional program, share
information, plan with the Curriculum Coordinator for grade level
testing and instruction, assume leadership role for the special
grade level projects, collect and turn in to the secretary all
monies, requisitions and other materials as needed, and assist in
other areas as needed.
Media/Video Club Committee
Serve as advisors to Media/Video club members, demonstrate use
of equipment for morning announcements/TV broadcasts, delegate
roles and responsibilities for members during
announcements/broadcasts, and plan special media events.
*Parent Involvement Committee
Coordinate with other committees (Academic, PTA, Field Day,
etc.), when feasible, and oversee activities /events that build
student, parent, and teacher relationships (Curriculum Nights,
Muffins for Moms, Donuts for Dads, Field Day, Spring Fling,
etc.)
*Parent Teacher Association (PTA) Committee
Assist PTA Board in carrying out PTA activities (coordinate,
set-up, serve, clean-up PTA fundraiser dinners; plan PTA
fundraisers and events).
Safety Patrol Committee
Serve as advisors to the Safety Patrol Members, set guidelines
and selection criteria, and oversee all patrol activities.
SAVE (Students against Violence Everywhere) Committee
Serve as advisors, set guidelines in conjunction with state and
national guidelines, and oversee all SAVE activities.
*School Assistance Teams (SAT)
Meet with teacher of student with SIGNIFICANT academic and /or
behavior, medical challenges, recommend alternative instructional
or managerial strategies.
Student Council Committee
Act as advisors at all Council meetings, supervises student
projects, evaluate work of the council and recommend needed
change.
Technology/Media Advisory Committee
Assist in selection of materials/equipment, evaluate media and
technology programs, assist in planning the incorporation of
communications and technology into the school, make recommendation
concerning effectiveness of related operations, and advise in other
areas as requested.
* One member from EACH grade level/group MUST serve on this
committee.
Committees 2011-2012
Academics
PK-Morrison, S.
K – Lawrence
1 – Harris/Modaress
2 – Potter/Wood
3 – McLaughlin/Rogers
4 – Wheeler
5 – Malloy
Specialist - Media
ESL – Fisher
PRT – Lamm/Dunlap-
Scales
IA – Slade/Williams, K.
Budget
McKoy
Jordan
Barksdale
Paschal
Martinez
Marshall
Seivers
Weavil
D-Unity
Gordon**
Rubin
Williams, J.
Harris, R.
Slade
Brown
Faculty Affairs
PK – Morrison
K – Jackson
1 – Murphy
2 – Thomas
3 – Buchanan
4 – Rubin
5 – Cornell
Specialist – Horn
ESL – Llanaj
Faculty Affairs (Cont’d)
PRT – Ferris
IA – Evans/Sanchez
IA –Hemphill/Morales
Field Day
K – Phillips
1 – Malliet/Modaress
2 – Thomas
3 – Perrino
4 – Rubin
5- Apostolides/
Williams,J.
Specialist–Dorsett
ESL – Matamoros
IA – Pitts/Pizzulo
Fund Drives
United Way
*Gale-Lane-Rep.
*Williams, E.-Rep.
Cunningham
Arts Council
*Portis-Rep.
*Williams, K.-Rep.
Wood
United Negro College Fund
*Reich-Rep.
*Pizzulo-Rep.
Jarrett, T
Red Cross
*Fox-Rep.
*Sprague/Girgis-Rep.
Corn
Grade/Group Chair
K – Phillips
1 – Roach
2 – James/Thomas
3 – Lange
4 – Corbello/Randolph
5 – Apostolides/Malloy
Specialist – Horn
IA – Jarrett, B
ESL- Fisher
LEP
Moore – LEAD
Jarrett, B
Wolfe
Moretz
Fisher
Matamoros
Llanaj
Heckstall
Paschal
Barksdale
Willis
McKoy
Media/Video Club
Cornell**
Media**
Hughes, Mason
Morrison, J.
Watson/Reid
James
Sullivan
Pitts
Sprague
Terrell
Penn
Gale-Lane
Parent Involvement
K – Pauley
1 – Modaress
2 – Kimel
3 – Parsons
4 – Vogel
5 – Tanner
Specialist – Horn
ESL – Moretz
PRT – Ferris
IA – Hughes/Williams, K
IA – Penn/Morales
HSC – Jones
PSC - Salgado
PTA
K – Morrison, J.
1 – Watson
2 – Kimel
3 – Lange
4 – Attucks
5 – Armstrong
Specialist – Portis
ESL – Fisher
IA – Jarrett, B/Sanchez
PSC – Salgado
PBIS (Discipline and
Incentives)
K – Pauley
1 – Malliet/Reid
2 – James
3 – Montgomery
4 – Randolph
5 – Tanner
Specialist – Dorsett
ESL – Llanaj
PRT – Sherrill/
Dunlap-Scales
IA – Brown/Wolfe/
Reich
**Committee Chair/s
Safety Patrol
Gordon**
Jarrett, T
Attucks
Malloy
Falkson
SAVE
EJones**
Jackson, J.
SAT
Guidance**
K - Chesson
1 - Browning
2 - Sullivan
3 - Perrino
4 - Corbello
5 - Apostolides
PRT – Lamm/Sherrill
ESL – Moretz/Fisher
Heckstall
SIT
PK/K – Seivers**
1 – Falkson
2 – Cunningham
3 – Marshall**
4 – Wheeler
5 – Corn
Specialist – Portis
ESL – Moore
IA – Fordam/Dunlap
PRT – Lamm
EC - Dunwoody
Technology – Weavil
Media - Blankenship
Guidance – Miller
Principal – McKoy
AP - Jordan
SIT (cont’d)
CCs –
Barksdale/Paschal
LTMF - Willis
Parliamentarian-
Barksdale
HCS – Jones
STAR3
Seivers
Terrell
Cooley
Rogers
Buchanan
Barksdale
Matamorros
Willis
Paschal
McCracken
McKoy
Student Council
Horn
Vogel
Browning
Cornell
Mason, Hughes
Technology/Media Advisory
Weavil**
K – Lawrence
1 – Murphy
2 – Potter
3 – McLaughlin
4 - Attucks
5 - Cornell
Media -Blankenship
◊◊IT serves on all Committees. 7/20/11
SCHOOL NAME:
COMMITTEE
REPRESENTATIVE
UNITED WAY
Gale-Lane
Williams, E.
Cunningham-Support
UNCF
Reich
Pizzulo
Jarrett, T.-Support
ARTS COUNCIL
Joanna Portis
Williams, K.
Wood-Support
TAC
Rep:
Alt:
RED CROSS
Fox
Sprague
Girgis
Corn-Support
National Board Certified
Janice Browning
Susan Moretz
Kay Chesson
Sandra Sherrill
Catherine Falkson
School Leadership Team
Principal:
· Principal Instructional Leadership
· School Goals Leadership
· Personnel Supervisor for Certified and Classified Staff
· Management of School-wide Professional Development
Planning
· Budget and Finance Leadership and Development
· Supervision of Instructional Supply Acquisition
· Staff Meeting Agenda
· Monitor All Team Leader Activities
· PTA Board Liaison
· Staff and Program Evaluation Process
· Management of Building, Property Improvements
· Facilitation of General Maintenance Program
· Cafeteria Management Contact
· Facilitation of Student Discipline Policy & Program
Development
· Official School Spokesperson to the Public
· FYI to the Faculty
· Facilitation of School to Home Communication to Parents
· Development and Assessment of School Handbook Processes and
Procedures
· Facilitation of Master Schedule Development
· LEA Representative
· Supervision of Student Attendance Process
· Supervision of all Committees
· Crisis Incident Coordinator
· Management of Immunization Process for all students
Assistant Principals:
•Assistant in Instructional Leadership
•LEA Designee
•Conduct Classroom Walk-throughs
•Assistant in Personnel Supervision
•Assistant in School Goals Leadership
•Assistant in Staff and Program Evaluation
•Implementation and Supervision of Day to
Day Discipline Program
•Management and Implementation of
Transportation
•Magnet Express
•School Assistance Team-if needed
•Assembly Program Set-Up Contact
•Class Scheduling for Special Events
•Crisis Operations Designee/Safety Plans
•Facilitation of School Newsletter
Development
•Facilitation of School Newsletter Development
•Supervision of Day to Day Safety and Building
Inspections, Cleanliness
•Immunization
•Monitoring Day to Day Cafeteria Discipline
•Supervision of Equipment Repair
•Supervision of After-School Activities
•NC Registery
•Supervision of Substitute Teachers &
Performance
•Coordination and Acquisition of Textbooks
•Development of Emergency Plan
•Monitoring Parking Lot Areas
•Fire Inspection/Fire Drills
•Recycling
•Document Parent Conferences
•Assembly Program Set-Up of Events
•Special Events Assistant
•Safety Emergency Plan
•Supervision of After-School Activities
Curriculum Coordinators:
· Coordination of Staff Development Activities
· Classroom Strategies Leadership
· Curriculum Development leadership
· Instructional Needs Leadership
· Coordination of Acquisition of SCOS Instructional
Materials
· Coordinates Student Placement Process
· Supervision of Student Entry/Withdrawal Process
· Testing Coordinator
· Collaboration with principal in development of master
schedule
· Organization and Inventory of Book Room and All School-wide
Instructional Materials
· Order and Organization of Curriculum Sections of the
Cumulative Folder
· Collaboration with teachers on all day-to-day instructional
activities
· Organization and Supervision of tutorial program
· Coordinating Gateway Details
Instructional Coach:
· Serve as Learning Team Facilitator
· Assist teachers with teaching and students with learning
· Attend meetings for the purpose of aligning curriculum,
assessment, and instruction
· Assist in analyzing and compiling achievement data
· Assist with coordination of Staff development Activities
· Conduct walk-throughs
· Classroom Strategies Leadership
· Curriculum Development leadership
· Instructional Needs Leadership
· Assist with planning curriculum events
· Collaboration with teachers and specialists on all day-to-day
instructional activities
· Assist with organization and supervision of tutorial
program
· Assist Leadership and Instructional Team Members
· Serve on committees
School Counselors:
· Classroom Guidance Coordinator
· School Referral Coordinator
· Counseling Individuals and Groups
· Parent Support Program
· School Assistance Team Chair
· School Climate Support Designee
School Improvement Team (SIT) Chairs:
· Collaborates with Principal to Develop Agenda for SIT
meetings
· Chairs SIT meetings
· Coordinates Development of SIT Plan
· Obtains Faculty Input to SIT Process
· Serves on the Leadership Team
Home School Coordinator:
• VIP Parent Classes
• Back up for office staff
• Transportation for parents as needed
• School Public Relations Support
• Liaison to parents, community, business,
• Parent Conference liaison for teachersand administrative
center
as needed
• Home and School Communication
• Greeter at front office/traffic crossing
• Administrative Support Designee for Principal
PERSONNEL POLICIES AND GUIDELINES
These are guidelines that are intended to answer many questions
that arise and to insure the smooth operation of the school day.
All staff members are expected to be familiar with and to follow
the guidelines, the school board policies, and administrative
regulations.
A. SCHOOL DAY
Full-time Employees: 7:30 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. (Teachers may use a
flexible schedule unless a meeting has been arranged. The latest
time of arrival should be no later than 8:15 A.M. and the minimum
work time is 7 hours and 45minutes.) It will be imperative that all
employees (certified and classified) assist with the dismissal the
first five weeks of school. We want to ensure that students arrive
home safely. Therefore, be flexible during this period. Classified
employees must record their time on the computer time sheet
daily.
Half Time Employees: Based on grade level needs
Classified: 7:30 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.
Student Day: 8:45 A.M. - 3:15 P.M.
Professional Workday hours will be 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. on the
first day of school and on those Staff Development days provided by
the system. Exceptions will be approved on an individual basis.
B. STAFF ABSENCES
Illness - Any staff member who is to be absent due to personal
illness, or illness or death in the IMMEDIATE family, must notify
the SubFinder by calling in or accessing it on line at the earliest
possible time and before 6:00 a.m.
If you will be absent due to any of the reasons below, prior
approval must be submitted in writing to Mrs. McKoy.
· Personal Leave (Advanced notice required. Five days
pre-approval.)
· Professional Leave
WS/FCS has included the State Board of Education Leave Policies
and Regulations in the local WS/FCS Leave policies for the
information of WS/FCS employees and the public. In the event of a
change in State Leave Regulations, the amended State Leave
regulation as posted on the State Department of Public Educations
website, http://www.ncpublicschools.org/benemanual/ supersedes the
State regulations included in WS/FCS Policy 4150.
C. HAZARDOUS WEATHER
· School Opens Late - All personnel report at NORMAL TIME,
UNLESS SPECIFICALLY STATED OTHERWISE IN MEDIA REPORTS.
· School Closes Early - An announcement will be made if staff is
to leave early.
· School Closed for the Day - Ten-month employees do not report
unless Media announcements or AlertNow calls indicate otherwise.
Other employees report at regular time unless Media announcements
or AlertNow calls indicate otherwise.
Although you are expected to come in at the normal time on a
delayed schedule, please use common sense regarding the safety of
the roads. Late arrivals are expected to make up the time missed (7
hours 45 minutes).
D. SUBSTITUTE FOLDER
A substitute folder is to be prepared and filed in the office
and classroom by August 31, 2011. The folder should include:
1) A daily/weekly schedule for P.E., Music, lunch, breaks,
etc.
2) Current seating chart if applicable
3) Any special notes the substitute may need to run the
classroom efficiently
4) An EMERGENCY (general) set of lessons, to be updated
periodically
5) Emergency /Evacuation Plans
6) Extra seatwork that is kept current
7) Discipline information and procedures
E. BREAKS
No break will be scheduled for you, but each teacher and aide
may arrange to take a brief break at an appropriate time (not to
exceed ten minutes) according to his/her class schedule. Teachers
should not take breaks during instructional time unless it is an
emergency. Please be reminded that you are responsible for the
safety and well being of your students at all times. Afternoon
breaks should be taken after the dismissal of students.
F. P.T.A. MEETINGS
Full-time teachers are expected to attend all PTA Meetings.
Half-time teachers are requested to attend the first and last
meetings.
-Do not assign homework on P.T.A. nights
-Meeting Dates - 6:00 - Tuesday/Thursday Evenings
August 23 – Open House
September 8 – PTA/Open House/Curriculum Night
October 21 – Fall Festival
November 10 – Curriculum Night/Science
December 8 – PTA/Student Performance/Curriculum Night
January 12 – Parent Curriculum Night
February 10 – PTA/Student Performance
March 22 – Parent Curriculum Night/Movie
April 14 – Spring Fling
April 26 – PTA/Student
G. DUTY FREE LUNCH
Duty free lunch will begin in September. During the first weeks
teachers are responsible for teaching students appropriate
cafeteria procedures and behavior. It is the teacher’s
responsibility to bring students to the cafeteria on time and to
pick them up promptly. If you are unable to cover your class,
please arrange to trade off with someone else. ALL TEACHERS ON DUTY
ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR MONITORING ALL STUDENT BEHAVIOR.
H. TELEPHONE
Be courteous in using any business phone. Limit call time. Phone
messages are left for faculty members in the mailbox. Only in an
emergency is any classroom educational climate interrupted for a
phone call. Calls made to parents regarding school related business
should be made as discreetly as possible. Sometimes parents waiting
in the office can overhear conversations. Phone calls to parents
should not be made during instructional time. Please use the phones
in the nurse office by room 215, lounge and red carpet. Office
phones must be available to conduct school business. Do not use the
secretary’s desk phone to answer a call.
I. DRESS CODE: Guidelines for Dress and Appearance (Policy
4116.8)
All faculty members are expected to adhere to standards of dress
and appearance that are compatible with an effective learning
environment at work, attending school functions, or representing
the school in any capacity. Cleanliness, neatness, and
professionalism are the primary components to appropriate dress and
appearance. Examples of prohibited dress or appearance include, but
are not limited to, those listed below.
At a minimum, the following dress or appearance is prohibited:a.
Clothing that contains advertisements for tobacco, alcohol or
drugs; pictures or graphics of nudity; words that are profane,
lewd, vulgar, or indecent;b. Halter or bare midriff tops, or bare
midriffs;c. Spaghetti straps or tank tops;d. Strapless shirts or
tube tops;e. Bare feet;f. Short shorts or skirts;g. Pants, slacks
or jeans that sag below waist;h. Hats, caps, or bandanas; (Unless
the headwear is worn based on a sincerely held religious belief or
practice.)i. Underpants or bras showing or worn as outerwear;j.
Provocative, revealing attire that exposes cleavage; andk.
Excessive body piercing is prohibited; (The principal may request
that distracting piercing be removed) and,l. Heelies or shoes that
convert into skates.
4.6.2 Verification of Sick Leave
(a) School system personnel who are absent for three (3)
consecutive or seven (7) cumulative days in a school year may be
required to provide written documentation of the reason(s) for
their absence within 15 consecutive calendar days of the absence
that triggers this notice requirement, such as: a note from the
teacher or employee explaining the reason for the absence or a
note/letter from a health care professional. (If a school employee
suffers from a chronic health condition, such as diabetes or
asthma, that is likely to cause occasional and/or sporadic
absences, one note or letter from the employee’s health care
provider describing the condition and the reasons for the
occasional and/or sporadic absences will be sufficient.)
(b) School system personnel who are absent the day before or
after a holiday or during the first or last 10 days of the school
year also may be required to provide written documentation of the
reason(s) for their absence.
(c) Excessive undocumented absences is considered neglect of
duty and is grounds for a written reprimand or warning, a
disciplinary suspension without pay or termination depending on the
number and frequency of unexcused and/or undocumented absences.
Current rules:
(d) If an employee is absent for ten or more consecutive
workdays or requests sick leave or Family Medical Leave for more
than 3 consecutive work days due to the employee's serious health
condition or to care for a spouse, child or parent who is ill or
disabled, the employee shall be required to complete a Certificate
of Need form which should include the following information:
1. The date the serious health condition began;
2. The probable duration of the condition;
3. The appropriate medical facts regarding the condition;
4. A statement from the employee's physician certifying that the
employee is unable
to perform the functions of his or her job; or
5. If the employee is requesting sick leave to care for a family
member, a statement explaining the
need for the employee to provide the care and an estimate of the
time that the need will continue;
and,
6. If intermittent or reduced schedule leave is requested, the
dates or proposed schedule for the
intermittent or reduced schedule leave.
NORTH CAROLINA STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION Policy Manual
Policy Identification Priority: Quality Teachers,
Administrators, and Staff Category: Qualifications and Evaluations
Policy ID Number: QP-C-014
Policy Title: 16 NCAC 6C .0601 and 16 NCAC 6C .0602 Policy
regarding the Code of Ethics for North Carolina Educators
Current Policy Date: 02/05/1998
Other Historical Information: Previous board dates:
06/05/1997
Statutory Reference:
Administrative Procedures Act (APA) Reference Number and
Category: 16 NCAC 6C .0601 and .0602
Preamble: The purpose of this Code of Ethics is to define
standards of professional conduct.
The responsibility to teach and the freedom to learn, and the
guarantee of equal opportunity for all are essential to the
achievement of these principles. The professional educator
acknowledges the worth and dignity of every person and demonstrates
the pursuit of truth and devotion to excellence, acquires
knowledge, and nurtures democratic citizenship. The educator
exemplifies a commitment to the teaching and learning processes
with accountability to the students, maintains professional growth,
exercises professional judgment, and personifies integrity. The
educator strives to maintain the respect and confidence of
colleagues, students, parents and legal guardians, and the
community, and to serve as an appropriate role model.
To uphold these commitments, the educator:
I. Commitment to the Student.
A. Protects students from conditions within the educator’s
control that circumvent learning or are detrimental to the health
and safety of students.
B. Maintains an appropriate relationship with students in all
settings; does not encourage, solicit, or engage in a sexual or
romantic relationship with students, nor touch a student in an
inappropriate way for personal gratification, with intent to harm,
or out of anger.
C. Evaluates students and assigns grades based upon the
students’ demonstrated competencies and performance.
D. Disciplines students justly and fairly and does not
deliberately embarrass or humiliate them.
E. Holds in confidence information learned in professional
practice except for professional reasons or in compliance with
pertinent regulations or statutes.
F. Refuses to accept significant gifts, favors, or additional
compensation that might influence or appear to influence
professional decisions or actions.
II. Commitment to the School and School System
A. Utilizes available resources to provide a classroom climate
conducive to learning and to promote learning to the maximum
possible extent.
B. Acknowledges the diverse views of students, parents and legal
guardians, and colleagues as they work collaboratively to shape
educational goals, policies, and decisions; does not proselytize
for personal viewpoints that are outside the scope of professional
practice.
C. Signs a contract in good faith and does not abandon
contracted professional duties without a substantive reason.
D. Participates actively in professional decision-making
processes and supports the expression of professional opinions and
judgments by colleagues in decision-making processes or due process
proceedings.
E. When acting in an administrative capacity:
·Acts fairly, consistently, and prudently in the exercise of
authority with colleagues, subordinates,
students, and parents and legal guardians.
·Evaluates the work of other educators using appropriate
procedures and established statutes and regulations.
·Protects the rights of others in the educational setting, and
does not retaliate, coerce, or intentionally intimidate others in
the exercise of rights protected by law.
·Recommend persons for employment, promotion, or transfer
according to their professional qualifications, the needs and
policies of the LEA, and according to the law.
III. Commitment to the Profession
A. Provides accurate credentials and information regarding
licensure or employment and does not knowingly assist others in
providing untruthful information.
B. Takes action to remedy an observed violation of the Code of
Ethics for North Carolina Educators and promotes understanding of
the principles of professional ethics.
C. Pursues growth and development in the practice of the
profession and uses that knowledge in improving the educational
opportunities, experiences, and performance of students and
colleagues.
Adopted by the State Board of Education June 5, 1997.
.0601 PURPOSE AND APPLICABILITY
The purpose of these rules is to establish and uphold uniform
standards of professional conduct for licensed professional
educators throughout the State. These rules shall be binding on
every person licensed by the SBE, hereinafter referred to as
"educator" or "professional educator," and the possible
consequences of any willful breach shall include license suspension
or revocation. The prohibition of certain conduct in these rules
shall not be interpreted as approval of conduct not specifically
cited.
History Note: Authority G.S. 115C-295.3;
Eff. April 1, 1998.
.0602 STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT
(a) The standards listed in this Section shall be generally
accepted for the education profession and shall be the basis for
State Board review of performance of professional educators. These
standards shall establish mandatory prohibitions and requirements
for educators. Violation of these standards shall subject an
educator to investigation and disciplinary action by the SBE or
LEA.
(b) Professional educators shall adhere to the standards of
professional conduct contained in this Rule. Any intentional act or
omission that violates these standards is prohibited.
(1) Generally recognized professional standards. The educator
shall practice the professional standards of federal, state, and
local governing bodies.
(2) Personal conduct. The educator shall serve as a positive
role model for students, parents, and the community. Because the
educator is entrusted with the care and education of small children
and adolescents, the educator shall demonstrate a high standard of
personal character and conduct.
(3) Honesty. The educator shall not engage in conduct involving
dishonesty, fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation in the performance
of professional duties including the following:
(A) statement of professional qualifications;
(B) application or recommendation for professional employment,
promotion, or licensure;
(C) application or recommendation for college or university
admission, scholarship, grant, academic award, or similar
benefit;
(D) representation of completion of college or staff development
credit;
(E) evaluation or grading of students or personnel;
(F) submission of financial or program compliance reports
submitted to state, federal, or other governmental agencies;
(G) submission of information in the course of an official
inquiry by the employing LEA or the SBE related to facts of
unprofessional conduct, provided, however, that an educator shall
be given adequate notice of the allegations and may be represented
by legal counsel; and
(H) submission of information in the course of an investigation
by a law enforcement agency, child protective services, or any
other agency with the right to investigate, regarding
school-related criminal activity; provided, however, that an
educator shall be entitled to decline to give evidence to law
enforcement if such evidence may tend to incriminate the educator
as that term is defined by the Fifth Amendment to the U.S.
Constitution.
(4) Proper remunerative conduct. The educator shall not solicit
current students or parents of students to purchase equipment,
supplies, or services from the educator in a private remunerative
capacity. An educator shall not tutor for remuneration students
currently assigned to the educator's classes, unless approved by
the local superintendent. An educator shall not accept any
compensation, benefit, or thing of value other than the educator's
regular compensation for the performance of any service that the
educator is required to render in the course and scope of the
educator's employment. This Rule shall not restrict performance of
any overtime or supplemental services at the request of the LEA;
nor shall it apply to or restrict the acceptance of gifts or tokens
of minimal value offered and accepted openly from students,
parents, or other persons in recognition or appreciation of
service.
(5) Conduct with students. The educator shall treat all students
with respect. The educator shall not commit any abusive act or
sexual exploitation with, to, or in the presence of a student,
whether or not that student is or has been under the care or
supervision of that educator, as defined below:
(A) any use of language that is considered profane, vulgar, or
demeaning;
(B) any sexual act;
(C) any solicitation of a sexual act, whether written, verbal,
or physical;
(D) any act of child abuse, as defined by law;
(E) any act of sexual harassment, as defined by law; and
(F) any intentional solicitation, encouragement, or consummation
of a romantic or physical relationship with a student, or any
sexual contact with a student. The term "romantic relationship"
shall include dating any student.
(6) Confidential information. The educator shall keep in
confidence personally identifiable information regarding students
or their family members that has been obtained in the course of
professional service, unless disclosure is required or permitted by
law or professional standards, or is necessary for the personal
safety of the student or others.
(7) Rights of others. The educator shall not willfully or
maliciously violate the constitutional or civil rights of a
student, parent/legal guardian, or colleague.
(8) Required reports. The educator shall make all reports
required by Chapter 115C of the North Carolina General
Statutes.
(9) Alcohol or controlled substance abuse. The educator shall
not:
(A) be under the influence of, possess, use, or consume on
school premises or at a school-sponsored activity a controlled
substance as defined by N.C. Gen. Stat. § 90-95, the Controlled
Substances Act, without a prescription authorizing such use;
(B) be under the influence of, possess, use, or consume an
alcoholic beverage or a controlled substance on school premises or
at a school-sponsored activity involving students; or
(C) furnish alcohol or a controlled substance to any student
except as indicated in the professional duties of administering
legally prescribed medications.
(10) Compliance with criminal laws. The educator shall not
commit any act referred to in G.S. 115C-332 and any felony under
the laws of the Unite States or of any state.
(11) Public funds and property. The educator shall not misuse
public funds or property, funds of a school-related organization,
or colleague's funds. The educator shall account for funds
collected from students, colleagues, or parents/legal guardians.
The educator shall not submit fraudulent requests for
reimbursement, expenses, or pay.
(12) Scope of professional practice. The educator shall not
perform any act as an employee in a position for which licensure is
required by the rules of the SBE or by Chapter 115C or the North
Carolina General Statutes during any period in which the educator's
license has been suspended or revoked.
(13) Conduct related to ethical violations. The educator shall
not directly or indirectly use or threaten to use any official
authority or influence in any manner that tends to discourage,
restrain, interfere with, coerce, or discriminate against any
subordinate or any licensee who in good faith reports, discloses,
divulges, or otherwise brings to the attention of an LEA, the SBE,
or any other public agency authorized to take remedial action, any
facts or information relative to actual or suspected violation of
any law regulating the duties of persons serving in the public
school system, including but not limited to these Rules.
History Note: Authority G.S. 115C-295.3;
Eff. May 1, 1998.
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
A. PLANNING
Planning is an essential component of good instruction. Lesson
plans are expected to be clear as to the purpose of the lesson and
the activities of the students. Plans shall be available in your
classroom at all times, and shall be checked periodically by the
Instructional Team.
It is expected that planning time will be used effectively and
wisely. You will be provided released time during specialists’
classes. Feel free to visit these classes at any time. Please make
sure that students arrive and leave specialists' classes on
time.
B. ATTENDANCE SHEETS
NC Wise attendance on line should be completed no later than
9:30 A.M. each morning. Students arriving after the 8:45 time
(excluding late buses/breakfast) should report directly to the
office where they will be given a tardy slip.
Send all excuses and tardy slips to the office inside the
attendance folder by 9:30 a.m.. If these are not dated, please date
each excuse and put the teacher name on it. It is imperative that
attendance is accurate and up-to-date.
The Compulsory Attendance Law requires parents, guardians and
custodians to notify the school of the reason for each known
absence and tardy with a signed note or phone call to the office
explaining the reason for the absence
The law also states that parents shall be notified when a
student has 3 unexcused absences for the year, 6 unexcused absences
for the year and 10 unexcused absences for the year. This will be
handled in the office.
C. REPORTING TO PARENTS
Teachers are expected to keep accurate and appropriate records
of student progress. Grade books shall be kept to substantiate both
progress and grades given. Turn in to the office Progress Reports
at the end of each nine-week reporting period. Progress reports
shall be sent to the parents regularly. (See calendar) Teachers are
encouraged to make contact with parents by notes, phone calls, or
visits as needed. Contacts should be documented and logged. All
classroom teachers should make positive contacts by September 23,
2011. (Submit documentation of parent contact for Title I purposes
to Mr. Jones.) The administrative team will review information
submitted.
D. PARENT CONFERENCES
All Parents Want To Know -
*Discipline Policies
*What subjects their children will study
*Pertinent school rules and procedures
*How to help their child learn
Other Questions To Expect from Parents
*Is my child doing as well as he should
(Is he working up to his ability?)
*What group is he in and why?
(Flexible grouping within your classroom needs to be
explained.)
*What kind of books is he using?
(Show some and explain why.)
*May I see some of his work?
(Show some-preferably from a file, which will show progress and
changes.)
*Does he get along well with the other children?
(If not, tell in what ways. Don't use a flat "NO". Try to tell
some ways in which he does work well with others.)
*Does he obey you? (In what ways does or doesn't he?)
*Does he respect the rights and property of others?
*How is he at getting along in individual subject areas?
*How can I help at home? (Cite specific ways.)
*Does he eat his lunch?
*Is it all right to call you at home?
CONFERENCING TECHNIQUES
1. STARTING THE CONFERENCE
*Go to the door to greet your guest, introduce yourself if you
are strangers, and try to make the parent feel comfortable and at
ease.
*Walk about the classroom commenting on some activity under way,
materials, and the view, perhaps some irrelevant item. Don't plunge
into the conference. Express appreciation for the opportunity of
working with parents. Assure them that you really need them and
that your working together is a privilege.
*Begin--and end--the conference with a positive comment about
the child.
*Try not to take notes during the conference. Jot them down
immediately afterwards. If you do not think that you can remember
all the points covered, jot them down as unobtrusively as
possible.
2. WORKING TOGETHER
*Don't let your desk be a barricade between you. Use two or
three chairs grouped together. The individual conference is a
partnership; so don't let the presence of desk "break-up" the
partnership feeling.
*Don't get bogged down in generalities. "Johnny is doing all
right...there are no problems...nice to have met you." This is nice
for parents to hear but most of them would rather get it in a note
or letter.
*It is usually possible to evaluate a pupil’s progress without
being critical. Instead of "John seems unhappy in his relations
with others," be articulate in what you are trying to explain.
*When you offer suggestions to the parents, it's often wise to
offer alternatives so that the parents may decide which to use.
Most parents don't really want advice; they want support. If they
can be led to make their decisions, the advice will be more likely
accepted.
*Find out what the parent thinks and feels about his child. This
is important, because you can better understand the child’s
behavior if you know the parent's attitude.
*If a parent suggests a plan of action, accept it if at all
possible, but leave no doubt as to the proper roles of the teacher
and parents in conducting the business of the classroom.
*Avoid any tinge of argument.
*If you think it is necessary, assure the parent that your
profession requires that you keep all information about your pupils
and parents confidential.
*Don't take it for granted that all parents want your help. Many
of them will come for the first time only because they feel they
should. If you give them the impression that you think they need
your help, your attitude may be taken for criticism. Let their
suggestions come out in the course of the discussion.
*If you have no suggestions for improving a bad trait, don't
bring it up.
3. AVOIDING PROBLEMS
*Don't send the parent away loaded down with countless
suggestions. Concentrate on one or two things on which you can work
together to help the child. Similarly, don't confuse the parent by
trying to show every piece of work the child has done in the past
nine months. What you don't show in the conference the parents can
look over at home.
*Don't press inquiries if the parent is obviously reluctant to
respond. As one parent remarked: "I don't mind telling almost
anything, but I don't like to be asked."
*You may get an unflattering earful about "that" other teacher
Eddie had. In such a situation, be sure your attitude reflects only
well of the teacher and of other teachers and schools, also.
*Similarly, don't let comments about other children enter the
conversation. Don't compare brothers and sisters.
*Don't suggest home activities that are really the
responsibility of the school.
*When you say "no", take a long time and explain it softly.
*Be on your guard for your facial expressions. A wince or slight
frown at the parent's comment may embarrass him. Especially avoid
surprise or disapproval.
*It is a mistake for you to try to tackle serious psychological
troubles or children. Refer them to the consulting
psychologist.
*Don't show the parents only the poorest or the best work. Show
the whole range. If possible, show how the work has improved or
changed.
*Don't use educational "double-talk." Words like "immature,
aggressive, maladjusted and retarded" may have different meanings
for the parent.
*Provide paper and pencil for parents if they desire to take
notes.
4. CONCLUDING THE CONFERENCE
*The conference, which you began with encouraging news, should
end on the same note of optimism. For example, "I am so glad, Mrs.
Taylor, that you suggested helping Karen by taking the spelling
list for use at home. I am sure it will help her with her
spelling."
*Summarize major areas of discussion.
*Agree upon action needed.
*Clarify the next steps.
*Extend a visit to attend school at any time.
FACTS OF LIFE
1. THE OTHER PERSON WILL ACT AS YOU ACT. TALK LOUDLY AND HE WILL
TALK LOUDLY. Speak softly and he will speak softly. If you are
enthusiastic, then he will follow suit.
2. FIRST IMPRESSIONS ARE IMPORTANT.
If you want parents to believe you are competent, friendly and
perceptive, you must act that way. If you want the conversation to
be informal and friendly, start it off that way. Think and talk
positively. Don't ask "no" questions if you want "yes" answers.
3. "TO BE ABLE TO LISTEN TO OTHERS IN A SYMPATHETIC AND
UNDERSTANDING WAY IS PERHAPS THE MOST EFFECTIVE MECHANISM IN THE
WORLD FOR GETTING ALONG WITH PEOPLE AND TYING UP THEIR FRIENDSHIP
FOR GOOD." Oliver Wendell Holmes made that statement many years
ago, and it is still true today. Look at the person who is doing
the talking, lean slightly toward him and appear interested. Ask
questions, but don't interrupt with your views. Ask him to tell you
more and repeat some of the things he has said-implying that you
were listening. Preface some of your remarks with "as you pointed
out." Remember that you invited the parent in to receive as well as
impart. You receive by listening.
4. NO ONE EVER WINS AN ARGUMENT. The idea is to make it possible
for the other person to understand why you say what you say. Let
him state his case fully before you start yours. Pause and reflect
before answering his questions to be certain that you are carefully
considering his side of the matter. Keep it impersonal and
objective. Talk calmly but confidently.
5. BE FREE WITH PRAISE. Before the conference concludes, have
ready several nice things to say about the pupil. The effect of a
really sincere compliment can be electric and long lasting if the
conference concludes with a positive comment about the child.
6. MAKE SURE YOUR STORY "HANGS" TOGETHER. What you say in the
conference should agree with what you write on the report card.
7. WATCH YOUR LANGUAGE - Here are some expressions, which may
have unnecessary negative implications, and more positive
expressions, which may be substituted:
NEGATIVE EXPRESSIONS
POSITIVE EXPRESSIONS
Lazy
Can do more when he tries
Trouble maker
Disturbs class
Uncooperative
Should learn to work with others
Stupid
Can do better with help
Never does the right thing
Can learn to do the right thing
Impertinent
Discourteous
Stubborn
Insists on having his way
Liar
Doesn't always tell the truth
Sloppy
Could do neater work
Failed
Failed to meet requirements
Mean
Has difficulty getting along with others
Time and again
Usually
Dubious
Uncertain
Poor grade of work
Working below his standards
Selfish
Seldom share with others
Rude
Inconsiderate of others
Show-off
Tries to get attention
Will fail him, unless
Has a chance of passing, if
E. RECORD KEEPING
All records and reports are expected to be neat, accurate and
turned into the office on time. All records and reports are to be
done in black ink. Records and reports should not be worked on
during instructional time.
F. CUMULATIVE FOLDERS
The teacher is responsible for an initial check and periodic
update of each child's cumulative folder in the class. Cumulative
folders are filed in the Records Room according to class. Do not
store folders in the classroom. All cumulative folders are due back
in the files before the end of the day. Remember that confidential
and privileged information is contained in the cumulative folders
and therefore they are never to leave the building. Please do not
pull materials from folders for the first ten days. A parent has a
right to study his child's cumulative folder. A certified employee
must sign out the folder in the office for this purpose. That
person should remain with the parent to interpret information in
the folder. Student records are to carry the child's legal name as
shown on the birth certificate until the school receives a copy of
legal papers making a name change. Student may use and be called by
the given name of their parent's choice (including nicknames).
ALL CUMULATIVE FOLDERS ARE TO BE REVIEWED DURING RS DAYS. CHECK
FOR SPECIAL NEEDS SUCH AS IEPs, 504 PLANS, RETENTIONS AND ETC.
G. STAFF MEETINGS
Staff meetings will be held on Tuesday mornings at 7:30 A.M.,
unless otherwise indicated.
H. E-MAIL
Check your E-Mail daily.
I. MAILBOXES
Check your mailboxes in the morning, at lunch and before leaving
each day for important messages or information.
J. DAILY CLASS SCHEDULES
An individual daily/weekly class schedule outline, showing times
to begin and end each segment of the instructional day, is to be
submitted to the principal no later than September 9, 2011 and
updated periodically. A copy should be included in your substitute
folder. Classroom schedules are to be posted in the room and
outside your door.
K. STUDENT REGISTRATION
Do not enroll any student not listed on your roster; notify the
office staff immediately of this situation.
L. EARLY LEAVES - STUDENTS
Any student who needs to leave school during the instructional
day must report to the office for dismissal. Parents will be urged
to send a written request for early dismissal. The parent or
guardian picking up the child must sign a release in the office
before leaving. Under no condition should a teacher release a child
directly to an adult from the classroom unless the office has
notified you.
M. FIELD TRIPS (one per quarter)
Field trips are encouraged as an excellent way of increasing our
student's awareness of their world of building acceptable behavior
and socialization skills. We will follow the recommended WS/FC
schools list for field trips.
· Submit your plans for educational fields trip with the
principal at least 15 working days in advance. (Grade level
chair).
· Make the assistant principal and secretary aware of
transportation needs immediately.
· PARENT PERMISSION MUST BE SECURED BEFORE ANY STUDENT LEAVES
CAMPUS.
· NO STUDENT IS TO BE DENIED A TRIP DUE TO LACK OF MONEY.
· Teachers are responsible for finding adequate chaperones for
the supervision of students.
· If the trip affects lunch, the teacher must notify the
cafeteria manager that the class will not eat or will need bag
lunches at least 15 days in advance.
The Board of Education on May 2003 approved revisions in policy
6153 field trips.
N. HALF-TIME EMPLOYEES
· Hours for half-time employees will be set according to the
needs of the program in which they are working.
· Breaks and lunch are not included in the four-hour schedule.
Each person will be expected to use time judiciously in taking care
of personal needs.
· Half-time professionals are expected to attend two of the four
PTA meetings. The first meeting is required.
O. SUPPORT PERSONNEL
Support personnel are given the same professional respect as the
regular classroom teacher. When a specialist visits your classroom
to teach a lesson, teachers are e
