FAIRHAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Student Handbook(Housed at London Elementary)

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SCHOOL DAY8:45- 9:00 ‐ A.M. ................................................................................................................................................................................. Student Arrival Time9:00 A.M. (Tardy Bell) .................................................................................................................................................................................School BeginsStudents who come to class after 9:00 a.m. are to be marked as tardy to school. This means they are late. Always try to be on time so that you are ready to learn when school begins. Students arriving after 10:00 a.m. are marked “absent” for one half day.

Drop off time in the mornings at London Elementary is anytime after 8:15 A.M. Students should enter the building through the “walker doors” and at that time will be greeted by school staff. After 8:45 A.M. students may enter through the main doors.

3:15 P.M. ............................................................................................................................................................................... Dismissal Time

LUNCH SERVED11:00 A. M. - 11:30 ‐ A.M. ........................................................................................................................................................FOR KINDERGARTEN11:15 A.M.- 11:45 ‐ A.M. ..........................................................................................................................................................................FOR GRADE 411:30 A.M. - 12:00 ‐ P.M. .........................................................................................................................................................................FOR GRADE 111:45 A.M.- 12:15 ‐ P.M............................................................................................................................................................................FOR GRADE 312:00 P.M.- 12:30 ‐ P.M............................................................................................................................................................................FOR GRADE 512:30 P.M- 1:00 ‐ P.M................................................................................................................................................................................FOR GRADE 2

CAFETERIA PRICESBreakfast .....................................................................$1.25 Lunch................................................................................... $2.50Reduced Breakfast ..................................................$0.30 Reduced Lunch .............................................................. $0.40

All Milk is $0.50

LOST AND FOUNDThe lost and found area is located in the auditeria. Students who have lost items should check there and may retrieve their items if they give a proper description. Unclaimed items will be given to charity on a regular basis during the school year. Parents are asked to mark each small child’s coats, sweaters, boots, and lunch box for identification. Lost articles will be kept in the auditeria for a time, and effort will be made to identify all lost items.

CELLULAR TELEPHONES AND ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION DEVICES GUIDELINESStudents shall not use any portable, electronic communication devices (ex. Laser pointers, beeper, pagers, cell phones) on school premises without the prior approval of the building principal.

In order to avoid disruption of the educational environment and protect students’ right of privacy, students are prohibited from using cellular telephones, including camera phones, and electronic communication devices (ECDs) on school property, at school sponsored events, and on school buses or other vehicles provided by the District. Prohibited ECDs include laser pointers and attachments, paging devices/beepers, and other devices designed to receive and send an electronic signal.

Possession of a cellular telephone or other electronic communication device (ECD) by a student is a privilege, which may be forfeited by the student if s/he turns it on, uses it or allows it to be visible during the school day or on school-‐ sponsored trips. Prohibited uses of the cellular telephone or ECDs during specified times include making and/or receiving calls, sending text messages, taking pictures and/or making recordings.

A student may keep his/her cellular telephone or ECD “on” under the following circumstances with prior approval of the building principal.

A. The student has a special medical circumstance (e.g., an ill family member, or his/her own special medical condition).

B. The student is using the cellular telephone or ECD for an educational or instructional purpose with the teacher’s permission and supervision.

C. The student is involved in an extra- curricular‐ activity after school hours and needs to communicate with his/her parent/guardian when the activity is ending so the student can be picked up.

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D. Students participating in extracurricular activities and athletics must contact their coach or sponsor for his/her rules involving cellular telephone or ECD use after school hours or on after- school‐ bus trips. Coaches and sponsors will set their rules and enforce consequences involving the use and/or misuse of these devices.

E. Use of a cellular telephone or other ECD in an unauthorized manner or in violation of these rules may result in loss of this privilege, additional disciplinary action (e.g., warnings, parental notification and conferences, suspension, expulsion), confiscation of the cellular telephone and/or ECD. (If a cellular telephone or ECD is confiscated, it will only be released/returned to the student’s parent/guardian after the student complies with any other disciplinary consequence that is imposed), and/or referral to law enforcement if the violation involves an illegal activity.

F. The District is not responsible for the loss, theft, damage, or vandalism to student cellular telephones or ECDs as well as other student property. Students and parents are strongly encouraged to take appropriate precautions, if students are permitted to have cellular telephones or ECDs in their possession, to make sure the cellular telephones and ECDs are not left unattended or unsecured.

STUDENT USE OF BICYLESChildren in grades 3, 4, and 5 may ride bikes to school upon written request of a parent. Students must have their own lock and secure it to the bike rack in the front of the building. Pupils are instructed to walk bikes on school grounds. They must know and obey bicycle safety rules. Bikes are not to be ridden in bus loading zones or in the school parking lot. The Board of Education regards the use of bicycles and motor vehicles for travel to and from school by students as an assumption of responsibility on the part of those students; a responsibility in the care of property, in the observation of safety rules and in the display of courtesy and consideration toward others.

SPECIAL SCHEDULE & EXPECTATIONSStudents attending the Fairhaven program at London Elementary have the opportunity to participate in physical education and music classes. Each classroom has a four- day‐ rotating schedule. Classroom teachers will share the special schedule at the beginning of the school year. For safety and health precautions, during physical education class, students must wear appropriate tennis shoes. If a student does not have the appropriate footwear, the student will be asked to sit out for that class period.

DAILY STUDENT ATTENDANCE EXPECTATIONSFairhaven has a commitment to provide a quality education to its students. To achieve this goal, students must consistently be in attendance at school. The learning process is seriously disrupted if a student is excessively absent or tardy. Students who have good attendance generally enjoy the highest level of student success. Fairhaven will work cooperatively with parents and students to promote a high level of student attendance.

WHEN A STUDENT IS ABSENTIf a student is going to be absent, the parents must contact Fairhaven by 9:30 a.m. and provide an explanation. If prior contact is not possible, the parents should provide a written excuse as soon as possible. When no excuse is provided, the absence will be unexcused and the student will be considered truant. If a written notice by the parent is not provided within 5 days of the absence, the absence will become a permanent unexcused absence. Excessive unexcused absences will result in disciplinary action, which can include truancy charges filed.

EXCUSED ABSENCESFairhaven considers the following factors to be reasonable excuses for time missed at school:

A. Personal illness (a written physician’s statement verifying the illness may be required.)B. Illness in the familyC. Quarantine of the homeD. Death in the familyE. Necessary work at home due to absence or incapacity of parent(s)/guardian(s).F. Observation or celebration of a bona fide religious holidayG. Out- of-‐ state‐ travel (up to a maximum of four consecutive days per school year) to participate enrichment or

extracurricular activity.H. Such good cause as may be acceptable to the Superintendent.

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A written physicians statement verifying the illness is suggested when at all possible. After, 20 parent/guardian written notes, documentation required notice could be issued to the parent/guardian and student. This will require a written physician’s statement for any future absences. If a written physician’s statement is not given to the school, after a documentation required notice is sent, the student’s absence will be unexcused.

UNEXCUSED ABSENCESUnexcused absences are absences for reasons other than those listed above. An unexcused absence is also an absence of a student that does not have written note from the parent/guardian or doctor provided to the school within five days of the absence.

Excessive unexcused absences will result in disciplinary action, which can include truancy charges being filed.

A student will be considered chronically truant if the student is absent without a legitimate excuse for seven or more consecutive school days, for ten or more school days in one month, or for fifteen or more school days in one year. Parents/guardians will be notified with an attendance- warning‐ letter. If excessive absences occur, documentation required notice will be sent to the parents/guardians of the student, indicating a doctor’s note will be required for absences from school.

STUDENT VACATION DAYSFairhaven acknowledges your prerogative as parents to remove your son/daughter from school for vacation. It is not our intent to interfere with this decision. However, we do emphasize that absence from school for several days does have an adverse effect on the learning process. There is no way to make up the in-‐class discussions and activities that are missed. Therefore, it is a possibility that grades of your son/daughter will reflect this loss.

Student vacations with parent consent during time periods when school is in session are not encouraged or condoned. Excused absences will only be considered when written notice (request) is submitted to Fairhaven at a minimum of three (3) school days prior to the beginning date of the vacation. Once, the request is made a Student Vacation Form will be completed by the parent, administrator, and teachers for approval. Make- up‐ work is required.

A maximum total of five (5) days of excused absences may be granted each school year for this purpose.

TARDINESS/EARLY DISMISSALIf a student misses any part of the instructional school day, his/her attendance is affected. A student who is not in his/her assigned location by 9:00 a.m. shall be considered tardy. Any student arriving late to school is to report to the school office before going to class. A parent/guardian must be present when signing in or signing out a student during the school day.

Any student who leaves before 10:00 a.m. and does not return until after their scheduled lunch will be considered a half day A.M. Absence. If a student leaves after 10:00 a.m. and does not return until after their scheduled lunch it will be considered an early A.M. dismissal.

If a student leaves between their scheduled lunch and does not return by 2:00 p.m., it will be considered a half dayP.M. absence.

If a student arrives between lunch and 2:00 p.m., it is considered a P.M. tardy. If a student leaves after 2:00 p.m. it is considered a P.M. early dismissal.

PARENTAL CONCERNSParents are encouraged to resolve student matters directly with teachers. Parental involvement, concerns, or complaints should be handled at the most appropriate level. Please follow our school chain of command when trying to resolve issues. If a conference is needed, please schedule an appointment before your visit so all parties can be available.

A. Contact and/or conference with student’s teacherB. Contact and/or conference with Fairhaven’s Children Services SupervisorC. Contact and/or conference with the Superintendent

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D. Contact and/or meeting with the Board of DD

Parents are also encouraged to resolve student matters with school transportation with their local districts Transportation Director. The School Transportation Director will communicate and involve teachers, administration, and the superintendent when appropriate.

VISITORS/VOLUNTEERSPer the Superintendent, all visitors/volunteers must register at the front office to receive a badge before entering London Elementary School. The office must make contact with the staff member you are visiting/volunteering with prior to entry. You must report directly to that person when admitted into the building and return to the front office immediately upon leaving the assigned area to return your badge and be signed out before exiting the building. Your badge must be visible while you are in the building. Staff members have been told to look for badges on all visitors/volunteers and to ask if the badge is not seen. We appreciate your cooperation as we continue our endeavor to make London Elementary a safe and secure learning environment for our students and staff.

BUS TRANSPORTATION (London City School)The Board of Education requires that student safety and welfare be ensured during the time students are being bused to and from school. The Board holds that busing is a privilege, not a right, which may be removed from any student who violates the rules of the District, or who conducts himself/herself in a manner, which is considered dangerous to persons or property or a threat to the safe operation of the school bus.

The school bus driver shall be responsible for discipline of students while they are being transported to or from school. When a problem in student conduct requires stringent discipline, the driver shall report in writing to the Transportation Supervisor. All referrals of misbehavior will be written on Bus Misconduct Forms and given to the Transportation Director for review and investigation. The misconduct form will reflect disciplinary action taken. A copy of the form will be sent to the parent by way of the student, mail, or other predetermined means.

Disciplinary procedures are as follows:

1st Misconduct Action: Warning

2nd Misconduct Action: Loss of transportation 3 days

3rd Misconduct Action: Loss of transportation 5 days

4th Misconduct Action: Loss of transportation 10 days

5th Misconduct Action: Loss of transportation Semester

The Severe Clause: If a student poses a continuous danger to safe operation of the school bus, to others or themselves, they will be denied transpiration privileges immediately. The Superintendent must then reinstate privileges. The Severe Clause may be invoked at any time.

BUS TRANSPORTATION CHANGEA change in the student’s regular assigned bus must be made to the Transportation Director by 11:00 A.M. A change in a student’s regular assigned bus stop may be granted for a special need by the Transportation Supervisor if one of the following requests occurs:

1. Phone call from the parent to the Transportation Supervisor stating reason and duration of the change2. A note to the teacher from the parent stating the reason and duration of the change, which will then be

forwarded to the Transportation Supervisor for approval.

BUS TRANSPORTATION (Jefferson Local)Bus transportation is provided for the safety of our students and rules are established to assure the safe and efficient operation of school buses. Board Policy regarding behavior on school buses states students MUST: 1. Be at assigned bus stop when bus arrives. 2. Not litter on the bus. 3. Stay off the roadway; maintain proper conduct while waiting for or leaving a bus. 4. Get on and off at the designated stop. Changes must be approved in writing by a school authority. 5. Not talk in a loud voice or shout or create any other disturbing noises. 6. Remain seated. The driver is authorized to assign seats. 7. Not eat, drink, or chew gum on the bus without permission of the bus driver.

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8. Not use profane or vulgar language or make obscene gestures. 9. Cross in front of the bus, not in back. 10. Keep head and hands inside the bus. 11. Not throw objects on the bus or out the window of the bus.12. Obey instructions of and show respect to the driver. 13. Not harass others or otherwise be unruly. 14. Not fight. 15. Not spit or bite. 16. Not damage or vandalize the school bus. Students will be required to pay for repair of damage. 17. Not possess or use flammable or explosive devices. 18. Not be in possession of or under the influence of illegal or dangerous substances. 19. Not use tobacco products on the bus. Any student not following these rules may be denied the privilege of riding the bus.

BUS TRANSPORTATION (Madison Plains Local)Bus transportation for secondary students, by Ohio law, is a privilege, not a right. It is expected that all students behave appropriately and follow all bus guidelines. Students who violate the following bus rules are subject to disciplinary measures up to and including removal from the bus for periods of time, or permanently. 1. Students with concerns about any aspect of bus transportation must take concerns to the building administration. Students who defy, argue with, or challenge a driver will be subject to disciplinary action for insubordination. Students removed from the bus and who do not attend school will be charged unexcused absences. If those absences constitute absence limits, the district attendance officer will commence disciplinary proceedings up to and including a citation to Madison County Juvenile Court. 2. Video cameras are utilized on some Madison-Plains buses. 3. Student pick-up points may be consolidated. Students will be directed by his/her particular driver for the first five days of any school year as to the appropriate pick up area. Riders are to be at the school bus stop 5 minutes before the scheduled time and ready to board the bus when it stops; stay off the street or road, load and unload the bus in an orderly manner, ride only the assigned bus, unload at the assigned stop. If a student misses the bus, a call should be made to the school to determine whether the principal or attendance officer feels that the bus was missed for a legitimate reason. 4. Students are reminded to wait in a safe area until the bus arrives. Consult the driver, Transportation Supervisor or building Principal whenever you feel a student pick-up point may be hazardous. 5. Students riding Madison-Plains bus will be assigned to a seat. Students are expected to sit in that seat whenever he or she rides the bus, or as directed by the driver. Students will be seated until the driver signals otherwise. Upon finding any damage to the seats, students should report this to the driver immediately. Each student is responsible for his/her assigned area. 6. Students are to remain seated while the bus is moving, loading or unloading, at school or a stop. Students are to face forward in the seat keeping body and property out of aisle. Eating, drinking and chewing gum on the bus are prohibited. 7. Noise on the bus must be kept to a minimum. Students may talk quietly on the bus with the permission of the bus driver. Absolute quiet is required at all railroad crossings. 8. No objects or substances will be thrown out of, inside of, or at the bus. No part of the body may be outside the bus windows. 9. Student Behavior: a. The school bus driver is in charge of the bus at all times and shall be responsible for order. Disorderly conduct shall be sufficient reason for refusing transportation service to any student. Verbal direction from a driver must be followed by the student. No student shall argue with or defy the instruction of a bus driver. b. Whenever it becomes necessary to refuse student transportation, the school authorities shall notify the parents, in writing, with a full explanation of such action. c. Students are not permitted to use offensive language, smoke, use drugs, chew gum or smokeless tobacco, spit, eat, drink or throw objects – in or out of the bus. d. Public displays of affection are not permitted on the bus. 10. Students will board and depart the bus only at designated areas and at school. Whenever it is necessary to change pick-up and departure areas, the student transportation form must be updated and submitted to the school office. 11. Students are to ride only assigned buses.

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12. Forbidden Cargo: Because of State Law and common sense, students are not to bring on board the bus: animals, firearms, ammunition, explosives, or other dangerous objects. Any object that cannot fit on the student’s lap or his/her assigned area will not be transported. Examples: large art and shop projects, band instruments, etc. 13. Under no circumstances is any student in the Madison-Plains Local School District to display obscene gestures from the bus/van. 14. Electronic devices may be used on the school bus appropriately. The bus driver will determine any misuse of electronic devices and privileges may be denied. The school district is not responsible for lost, stolen or broken items. 15. Toys are discouraged from all buses. If a school project would make it necessary for a toy to be transported, then items must be bagged and the items cannot be removed from the bag. Abuse will forfeit future rights to bring items on the bus. 16. Students are reminded while riding any Madison-Plains bus, that his/her behavior will be subject to the Student Code of Conduct. 17. Minor offenses – Possible Consequences:

First bus conduct report ................................................................................................................ warning Second bus conduct report ............................................................................................ parent conference Third bus conduct report ...................................................................................... three days off all buses Fourth bus conduct report ...................................................................................... five days off all buses Fifth bus conduct report .......................................................................................... ten days off all buses Sixth bus conduct report .......................................................................................... semester off all buses

Bus Passes: In order to provide safe, efficient transportation; bus passes will only be granted in emergency situations, however, limited requests per family. Student Transportation/Bus Pass Guidelines: 1. All students will be picked up and dropped off at the same locations, Monday through Friday. If your schedule changes, plan to pick your child up at the normal drop off location. 2. Schedules must be consistent each week (i.e., 2 days home and 3 days to daycare).

BUS TRANSPORTATION (Jonathan Alder)The following is a list of guidelines that must be followed to insure the safety of all bus passengers and the safe operation of the school bus. These guidelines are issued to enable State Law and other regulations to be followed. Drivers may be subject to disciplinary procedures if the guidelines are not enforced. Therefore, it is necessary for those in charge to control their group while being transported. Teachers, coaches, advisors and chaperones should be in charge of discipline. However, if safety is at risk, it is the driver’s responsibility for the safe operation of the school bus. He/she must control the bus. After all, the driver will be held accountable if an accident should occur, not the passengers. Safety is our goal. Orderliness will help attain that goal. Teachers, coaches, and advisors will pass these guidelines on to students and team members. We anticipate an accident and trouble-free year. 1. Load and unload in an orderly manner at the designated stop. 2. Aisle must be clear at ALL TIMES. 3. Find a seat and be seated. Never change seats or move about while the bus is in motion. 4. Eating and littering are not permitted on the bus. If a stop at a restaurant is scheduled, all eating, drinking must be done on the restaurant premises. **No FOOD or DRINK will be allowed on the school bus. 5. There must be absolute quiet at railroad crossings and other places of danger as specified by the driver. 6. Noise on the bus should be kept to a minimum. The same behavior is EXPECTED on the bus as in the classroom. Pupils may talk quietly if the driver permits. Radios without earphones will not be permitted to be played on the bus at any time. 7. When more than one adult supervisor rides with a group, one should position their seat at the rear of the bus, and one near the front. 8. Students should be off the bus if no adult chaperone is on with them to maintain order. 9. Only those in official capacity are entitled to ride the bus. For example: coaches, statisticians, team members and substitutes, water boys/girls. 10. It is the chaperone’s responsibility to confiscate any potential safety hazards. Examples: glass containers, fireworks, matches, noise-makers, aerosol cans, etc. ** There may be circumstances where this rule needs to be eased. Both driver and those in charge must feel the need to waive this rule. Litter must be picked up. If necessary, bus drivers will inform the principal in writing of misbehavior. Discipline will be administered according to policies adopted by the Board of Education.

DISMISSALLondon Elementary staff has spent many hours in preparing for how your child will be dismissed in a timely and safe manner. Cooperation by students, parents, and staff will ensure that dismissal for our students will be safe and timely. Kindergarten, First grade, and Fifth grade pick up students will be dismissed to the LES/LHS courtyard, using

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the first set of doors. Second grade, Third grade, and Fourth grade pick up students will be dismissed to the LES/LHS courtyard, using the second set of doors. Bus students will be supervised by London Elementary staff and will be dismissed according to the bus transportation schedule. Please be patient and cooperative during dismissal, so our students return home safely.

STUDENT DRESS CODEStudents enrolled in the Fairhaven program shall follow LES policies and rules regarding dress code. London Elementary will create an atmosphere that promotes learning. The District has designed a dress code that compliments the educational goals of students. With personal expression in mind, the following dress code will serve as guidelines. Any fashion (dress, accessory, or hairstyle) that disrupts the educational process or is a safety risk will not be permitted.

A. Clothing styles must not disrupt the educational process.B. Clothing styles must constitute no threat to the health and safety of the wearer or other persons.C. Clothing and bodies must be clean.D. Cut- off‐ tops, half shirts must come to the waist. Tank tops and other nude styles and tight fitting clothing are

prohibited.E. Walking shorts, nearly cut sweat pants, bermudas, jamaicas, and skirts that cover three- fourth‐ of the leg,

from the waist to the knee are permitted.F. Items of clothing that contain profanity, suggestive comments or obscenities are not allowed.G. Student’s hair shall be well groomed, clean, and fashioned in such a way that it is not disruptive to the

disciplinary and/or educational operation of school.H. Undergarments are to be worn at all times. In addition to the policy, undergarments, undershorts or pajama

bottoms may not be worn as outer garments.I. Hats are not to be worn in the building. In addition to the policy, this also includes bandanas or any other

head gear.J. Clothing, which advertises or advocates drug, tobacco and/or alcohol use is prohibited.K. Styles must be neat with no rips or cut clothing.

STUDENT BEHAVIORFairhaven School recognizes our obligation as administrators and teachers to provide a safe, respectful, and responsible learning environment for ALL students. Behavior of any kind that disrupts the educational environment will not be tolerated. Negative behaviors that disrupt the school environment are listed below in the Code of Conduct.

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCTA. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH ATTENDANCE REGULATIONS OR PROCEDURES

Students are to be at school on time and in their assigned areas. This includes but is not limited to being truant/unexcused from school, class, lunch, and/or study hall.

B. INSUBORDINATIONFailure to comply with reasonable requests of teachers, student teachers, substitute teachers, teacher aides, administration, bus drivers, and/or other authorized school personnel during any period of time when the student is properly under the authority of school personnel is prohibited.

C. DISRUPTION OF SCHOOLa. A student shall not by use of violence, force, noise, threat, passive resistance, or intimidation cause the

disruption of any school function. The following acts, while not intended to comprise an exclusive list, illustrate the types of offenses which are prohibited:

b. Occupying a school building, school grounds or part thereof with intent to deprive others of use.c. Setting fire to or damaging any part of the school building or property.d. Setting false alarms of any nature.e. Firing, displaying or threatening use of explosives (including fireworks) on school premises for any

unlawful or unauthorized purpose.f. Intentionally acting in any manner as to interfere with a teacher’s ability to conduct class.g. Engaging in conduct which would reasonably be certain to cause disruption of school functions.h. Urging others to do any of the above.

D. ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION DEVICESA student shall not possess or use any portable electronic communication device (for example: beepers, pagers or telephones) on school premises without the prior written approval of the building principal as

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outlined under each building tab.E. DRESS CODE AND APPEARANCE GUIDELINES

Dressing or appearing in a fashion which either interferes with the student’s health or welfare or that of other students, or causes disruption or directly interferes with the educational process is prohibited.

F. PUBLIC DISPLAY OF AFFECTIONClose, physical, amorous contact between students deemed inappropriate at school is prohibited.

G. PORNOGRAPHIC MATERIALSThe use, sale, distribution, or possession of pornographic material is prohibited in the school environment.

H. CHEATING, FRAUD, FORGERY, OR PLAGIARISMPlagiarism, falsifying in writing the name of another person, falsifying times, dates, grades, addresses, or any other data on school forms or correspondence directed to school personnel is prohibited.

I. GAMBLING ON SCHOOL PREMISES OR AT SCHOOL EVENTSJ. USE OF PROFANE, OBSCENE, OR DISRESPECTFUL LANGUAGE OR GESTURES

The use of profane, obscene, or disrespectful language either orally or in writing, or the use of any obscene gesture toward any student, teacher, or any other person is prohibited. (Included in this prohibition would be the use of clothing with obscene or suggestive words/ pictures/messages.)

K. VANDALISM/DAMAGE TO SCHOOL OR PERSONAL PROPERTYA student shall not intentionally, cause or attempt to cause damage to property, misuse or attempt to misuse property either on school grounds or at school events off school grounds, or while en route in a school vehicle.

L. THEFT/STEALING OF PERSONAL OR SCHOOL PROPERTYA student shall not intentionally steal or attempt to steal property, either on school grounds or at school events off school grounds, or while en route in a school vehicle.

M. FIGHTING/VIOLENCE/ASSAULTA student shall not threaten, intimidate, coerce, cause or attempt to cause physical injury or intentionally behave in such a way that could reasonably cause injury to another person at school, at a school function, or en route to or from school or a school function.

N. SERIOUS BODILY INJURYAn incident that results in serious bodily injury to oneself or others.

O. DANGEROUS WEAPONS AND INSTRUMENTSA student shall not possess, handle, transmit, or conceal any object which could reasonably be considered a weapon. (Such a list, while not intended to be exclusive, would include: knives, explosives, clubs, etc.)

P. LOOK-ALIKES (DRUGS/FIREARMS)No student or any other person shall make, sell and/or possess counterfeit drugs and/or related tools.

Q. USE, POSSESSION, SALE OR DISTRIBUTION OF A FIREARMA firearm is any weapon which will, is designed to, or may readily be converted to expel a projectile by the action of an explosive, the frame or receiver of any such weapon, any firearm muffler or firearm silencer; or any machine gun. This includes zip guns, starter guns, and flare guns.

R. VIOLATION OF TRANSPORTATION RULES AND REGULATIONS All students are expected to abide by established rules of conduct for school/personal vehicles: buses, vans, automobiles, etc. Rules apply to established bus routes, field trips, and any extra-‐‐curricular activity involving vehicles and/or transportation. Students may be denied riding/driving privileges for acts of misconduct. The school’s driver of the vehicle has the authority to properly control acts of misbehavior/disruption.

S. LIBEL, SLANDER, AND/OR MAKING A FALSE REPORTT. FALSE ALARMS/BOMB THREAT

Any threat (verbal, written, or electronic) by a person to bomb or use other substances or devices for the purpose of exploding, burning, causing damage to a school building, or school property, or to harm students or staff.

U. USE OR POSSESSION OF TOBACCO IN ANY FORMUse and/or possession of tobacco in any form on school buses, in school buildings, or on school grounds, or at any school-‐‐sponsored activity is strictly prohibited.

V. ALCOHOL/CHEMICAL ABSUEPossession, use, distribution, or being under the influence of any alcoholic beverage, narcotic, drug, mind or mood-‐‐ altering substance, or regulated drug without prescription on school property including buses, or at any school-‐‐ sponsored activity is strictly prohibited. Furthermore, drug paraphernalia or instruments such as pipes, roach clips, syringes, hypodermic needles, cocaine spoons or kits, and any other items normally or actually used for the packaging, conveyance, dispensing or use

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of drugs will not be permitted on school property and will be subject to confiscation and disciplinary action. Students in violation of the student code of conduct are subject to referral for education and/or diagnosis and/or treatment.

W. HARASSMENT/BULLYINGA student shall not engage in harassment, intimidation, or bullying of any student based on sex, race, color, national origin, disability, or any other unlawful basis, while on school property or at school sponsored events. Any person filing a false report or engaged in retaliation against any person who reports an incident, files a complaint, or otherwise participates in an investigation may be subject to appropriate disciplinary sanctions. Suspected retaliation should be reported in the same manner as bullying, harassment, and intimidation.

X. SEXUAL HARASSMENTA student shall not engage in sexual harassment on school premises or off school premises at school- -‐ ‐‐sponsored activities. Sexual harassment is defined as any activity of a sexual nature that is unwanted or unwelcome, including but not limited to unwanted touching, patting, verbal comments of a sexual nature, sexual name-‐‐calling, pressure to engage in sexual activity, repeated propositions and unwanted body contact.

Y. VIOLATION OF ANY LAW OR ORDINANCE WHILE ON SCHOOL PROPERTY OR WHILE IN ATTENDANCE AT SCHOOL-SPONSORED ACTIVITIES.

Z. REPEATED, FLAGRANT, AND/OR PERSISTENT DISOBEDIENCE–GROSS MISCONDUCT IN VIOLATION OF SCHOOL RULES OR ACCEPTED STANDARDS OF SCHOOL BEHAVIOR NOT OTHERWISE DEFINED IN THE STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT.Such a list, will not be exclusive to include: hit/push/pull/shove/horseplay/ or any other act that may promote or cause injury.

BULLYING AND OTHER FORMS OF AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIORThe Madison County Board of DD is committed to providing a safe, positive, productive, and nurturing educational environment for all of its students. The Board encourages the promotion of positive interpersonal relations between members of the school community.

Harassment, intimidation, or bullying toward a student, whether by other students, staff, or third parties is strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated. This prohibition includes aggressive behavior, physical, verbal, and psychological abuse, and violence within a dating relationship. The Board will not tolerate any gestures, comments, threats, or actions which cause or threaten to cause bodily harm or personal degradation. This policy applies to all activities in the District, including activities on school property, on a school bus, or while enroute to or from school, and those occurring off school property if the student or employee is at any school- sponsored,‐ school-‐approved or school-‐ related activity or function, such as field trips or athletic events where students are under the school's control, in a school vehicle, or where an employee is engaged in school business.

This policy has been developed in consultation with parents, District employees, volunteers, students, and community members as prescribed in R.C. 3313.666 and the State Board of Education's Model Policy.

Parents and guardians of students attending Fairhaven’s program at London Elementary can refer to London City Schools Board Policy number 5571.01 for more information. A letter explaining the District policy on bullying will be sent home to all families within the first week of the school year.

STUDENT BEHAVIORAny student whose behavior disrupts the education process will be subject to disciplinary actions. When determining the appropriate discipline for a student’s actions, such factors as severity of the action and the student’s previous discipline history will be considered. Administration, teachers, and parents will communicate disciplinary actions and make a plan to help the student make positive behavior choices. The following is a list of possible disciplinary actions.

Verbal warning Loss of privileges Time- outs‐Loss of recessAfter- school ‐ detention In-‐school suspension Out- of-‐ ‐school suspension

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Expulsion

CLASSROOM DISCIPLINE PLANSEach teacher has a discipline plan for his/her classroom, which she/he will discuss with the students. A copy of these classroom rules and classroom discipline plan will be sent home at the beginning of the school year. London Elementary School uses a building wide behavior color system. This system will be communicated to students and parents at the beginning of the school year.

White – Outstanding day

Green – Student needed a warning.

Yellow – Student needed multiple warnings. Time- out,‐ loss of privilege, or loss of recess are possible disciplinary options.

Blue – Student needed extended warnings. Time- out,‐ loss of privilege, loss of recess, or an after- school‐ detention are possible disciplinary options. Teacher and/or administrator will notify parents via phone call, email, or letter.

Red – The student needed to have a conference with the principal or assistant principal. Time- out,‐ loss of privilege, loss of recess, after- school‐ detention, in- school‐ suspension, or an out- of-‐ school‐ suspension are possible disciplinary actions. Teacher and/or administrator will notify parents via phone call, email, or letter.

LONDON P.R.I.D.E.1. Be Postive I will show spirit and support in my school and community.2. Be Respectful I will treat others as I would like to be treated.3. Have Integrity I will be honest and make good choices at all times.4. Be Dedicated I will commit to make my school and community a better place to live.5. Give your best Effort I will do my best at work and play.

Our school’s common areas include playgrounds, hallways, restrooms, lunchroom and bus rooms. With different personnel supervising these areas, it is important to share consistent expectations of P.R.I.D.E. The underlying premise of our school-‐wide plan is positive behavior support – staff, students, community immersed in P.R.I.D.E. for themselves, each other, and their surroundings. With consistency from staff, clarification of expectations, and positive modeling, incidences of student misbehavior will be minimized, further blending us as a community of learners.

All staff members are responsible for teaching students what constitutes P.R.I.D.E. in the common areas in and around the buildings. Expectations will be taught and re- taught‐ through discussions, modeling, practice, role- playing,‐ etc. If problems occur in any area, staff will resume lessons on P.R.I.D.E. in that setting. All students will receive positive instruction and information on how to demonstrate P.R.I.D.E. in the different settings. A copy of the rules and expectations for common areas are placed in an information folder for substitute teachers and/or classroom assistants.

BE PROUD OF YOUR SCHOOL AND YOUR WORK!

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ACCESS TO EQUAL EDUCATION OPPORTUNITYThe Board of Education declares it to be the policy of this District to provide an equal opportunity for all students, regardless of race, color, creed, disability, religion, gender, ancestry, age, national origin, place of residence within the boundaries of the District, or social or economic background, to learn through the curriculum offered in this District.