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PRAIRIE HIGH SCHOOL

A PLACE FOR LEARNING

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA

FACULTY HANDBOOK

2015-2016

Phone (319) 848-5340 Fax (319) 848-5349 e-mail: eanderson@prairiepride.org http:\\www.prairiepride.org

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PRAIRIE HIGH SCHOOL VISION STATEMENT

Individuals need to read, listen to, and view materials effectively in order to diagnose problems, analyze evidence, and formulate defendable opinions. They must then demonstrate this by efficiently writing, speaking and acting in a self-directed manner. Focusing on these skills and on continuous improvement will ensure success in an ever-changing world. Prairie High School will strive to prepare its graduates to be involved citizens, productive workers, cooperative contributors, creative problem solvers, complex thinkers, effective communicators and responsible family members. We will have achieved our mission when all of our student’s function effectively, contribute positively, and exhibit quality life role performances. PRAIRIE HIGH SCHOOL PURPOSE AND BELIEFS The fundamental purpose of Prairie High School is to equip all students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to successfully pursue activities they choose following their schooling experience. To this end, Prairie High School believes that: 1. All students can learn at high levels. Achieving the intended outcomes of the educational experience is within the grasp of every

student given the time and opportunity. Schools exist to foster learning and ensure the accomplishment of such learning by all students.

2. Earned success breeds success. The success that students earn in real, meaningful, and challenging experiences affects their self-

concept, motivation, and approach to learning. Providing students opportunities to succeed and acknowledging their successes encourage students to seek further learning experiences.

3. Schools provide an environment that enables students to succeed. There are strategies associated with successful teaching and learning. Schools can and should

create the conditions for learning so that all students may reach a high level of success. 4. Schools are a functioning institution of the community. Both school and community should foster the growth and well being of their citizens, with

schools providing a learning and environment for the community. The entire community must bear the responsibility for quality education.

EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY The Board of Directors of the College Community School District believes that each individual is unique. The Board of Directors is committed to the development of a learning environment wherein each student will be able to develop to their full potential and become a productive citizen in our democratic society. In accordance with this belief, the Board of Directors feels that the following needs and concerns of each individual student must be met:

1. We first need to determine what each student knows and doesn't know. Using this information as a starting point, teachers should strive to teach the student to master each of their program objectives.

2. All school personnel must recognize that standards and expectations must differ for individual students, but that each student can learn effectively when provided with appropriate learning conditions.

3. We must clearly state learning objectives as well as the degree of mastery required, because students learn more effectively when they know what they are expected to learn.

4. We should actively involve each student in their own learning by providing them with many opportunities to respond and participate so that the learning process may be further

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reinforced. 5. Each student's progress toward their program objectives should be frequently evaluated, on

the basis of their individual potential. The Board of Directors also believes that behind the face of each student is an individual person with a deeply felt need to be "me". Therefore, all school personnel must do their utmost to provide an educational environment that recognizes this accepted fact. To accomplish this, all members of the school staff should:

1. accept the obligation to improve each student's self-image; 2. recognize each student's need for belonging, security, and recognition; 3. be concerned enough about each individual to give their support and encouragement in

their adventure in learning; and 4. care enough about each individual to help them develop self-direction and self-discipline.

In addition, the Board of Directors believes that the ideal of individual liberty is strengthened when children are treated with dignity and accepted as worthwhile persons. Children thrive when they have learned to live and work within established but flexible limits in the classroom and the school. The Board of Directors also believes that children can learn to accept responsibility by being allowed to make decisions. The Board Of Directors and staff can assist them by pointing out problems, suggesting alternative solutions, and then holding the students accountable for their own decisions. This approach provides freedom, but stresses the responsibility that accompanies it. The Board of Directors believes that its philosophical goals can best be realized when the program of education for the College Community Schools is directed by written Board policies--supported by administrative regulations--that are based upon the Constitution, state statutes, federal and state regulations, and the particular needs of the College Community School District. Adopted: 11/23/71 Revised: 12/12/78 Revised: 2/16/82 Reviewed: 6/17/90 Revised: 1/17/94 Reviewed: 8/17/98

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Bell Schedules

Monday, Tuesday, Friday

start end length 1 9:00 AM 9:42 AM 0:42 2 9:47AM 10:29 AM 0:42 3 10:34 AM 11:16 AM 0:42 4 11:21 AM 112:03 AM 0:42 5a 12:08 AM 12:30 PM 0:22 5b 12:35 PM 12:57 PM 0:22 5c 1:02 PM 1:24 PM 0:22 6 1:29 PM 2:11 PM 0:42 7 2:16 PM 2:58 PM 0:42 8 3:03 PM 3:45 PM 0:42

Block Day-Wednesday and Thursday Wed: periods 1,3,5,7

Thurs: periods 2,4,6,8

Block Start End Length 1 9:00 10:20 :80

HR/ER 10:25 10:58 :38 Block 2 11:03 11:34 :31 A Lunch 11:39 12:01 :22 B Lunch 12:06 12:28 :22 C Lunch 12:33 12:55 :22 Block 3 1:00 2:20 :80 Block 4 2:25 3:45 :80

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Activity Coach/Sponsor/Director

Academic Competitions Lori Danker Ambassadors Justin Sands Baseball Todd Rima Bowling Don Willfong Boys Basketball Jeremy Rickertson Boys Cross Country William Schwarz Boys Golf Erik Columbus Boys Soccer Curt Lewis Boys Swimming Ryan York Boys Tennis Eric Modracek Boys Track William Schwarz Boys Volleyball Club Billy Goodale Breakfast Club Nichole Sieck BPA Kim Hynek Cheerleading Jackie Fossum Chess Club Lori Danker Color Guard Michelle Formanek Dance Team Tasha Kauten Drama Kami Zbanek Electric Car George Herman FCCLA Julie Leytem Focal Point Justin Sands Football Mark Bliss Forward John Saikaly Girls Basketball Josh Bentley Girls Cross Country Corrie Enyart Girls Golf Erik Columbus Girls Soccer Dave Kea Girls Swimming Ryan York Girls Tennis Scott Leggat Girls Track Chris Perkins Girls Volleyball Lynnette Stecklein Hawk Talk Joleen Dake Hawks Nest Kim Hynek Instrumental Music Craig Aune International Club Billy Goodale Jazz I Deron Jimmerson Jazz II Craig Aune National Honor Society Matt Alexander Plays and Musical Kami Zbanek Science National Honor Society Amy Jabens Softball Joe Yegge

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Speech & Drama Club Jolynn Swartzendruber Speech Jolynn Swartzendruber Student Council Anna Matheny SKILS/USA George Herman Vocal Music Justin Sands Weight room Mark Bliss

John Lukasko Paul Schenkelberg

Wrestling Kane Thompson Yearbook Joleen Dake CLASS SPONSORS: Seniors TBD Stephanie Klein Juniors Laura Barden Carrie Swart Sophomores Amy Jabens Noel Clark

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Sophomore Class Sponsor Job Description * Officers: Nominations from all class homerooms (Sophomore) Hold election of officers Elect officers for following school year last week of school Prom: Select date for prom (for year of their Junior school year) Make preliminary plans - attend Prom Class Rings: Meet with representative from company (class officers) first week in September Money-raising: Work closely with fund raising activities Other: Other duties as assigned Junior Class Sponsor Job Description * Officers: Nominations from all class homerooms (Junior) Hold election of officers Elect officers for following school year last week of school Prom: Locate site for prom Choose music for prom Order food for prom Photographer for prom Contact police to work at prom Money-raising: Work closely with fund raising activities Other: Select ushers for graduation (president & vice-president) Other duties as assigned * Mr. Fritz for more information. Senior Class Sponsor Job Description * Choose theme for graduation Choose flower Choose colors Decide on class gift Money-raising: Work closely with fund raising activities Other: Other duties as assigned * See Mr. Fritz for more information.

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STUDENT ATTENDANCE AND TARDY REGULATIONS

Prairie High School Due Process Individual rights granted by the Constitution of the United States are granted to all people regardless of age, sex, race or creed. The essential rights involved in disciplinary procedures stem from the concept of due process. Under this concept students are expected to know : 1. Know the rules and regulations in this handbook and or agenda. 2. Be notified of the charges and be provided the opportunity to respond to those charges. 3. Have counsel if they appeal.

4. Appeal a decision about the charges to a higher level an have the charges or penalties removed from the record if the evidence demonstrates innocence.

Student Identification Card Each student is issued a picture student identification card. It is required that the card be carried at school and school events all the time. Late arrival and early release information for juniors and seniors will be printed on the identification card. It is mandatory for their movement on campus and their admittance to activities. Students may be asked to produce their student I.D. card at any time. Student activity passes (optional) are required for admission to all school sponsored dances. New students should see the school store to receive a student I.D. card. Students who lose the card may be charged a fee for its replacement. Hall Passes Students must have a pass to be in the hallways while classes are in session. Students who wish to go from a scheduled area to a teacher area must have a pass signed by that teacher in order to be released to go to that teacher’s area. Students must realize that it is not the responsibility of the study hall teacher to write passes to areas that the student may need to use such as the library or the computer area. Students must get a pass to these areas before arriving at study hall. Attendance One of the exit outcomes for Prairie High School students is to exhibit quality performance as ‘responsible citizens’. One important way of demonstrating this is through regular school attendance. Being responsible to be at school on time and making the effort to get the job done punctually are success habits that all young people need to develop. If a student is absent from school, it is necessary that the parent or guardian call the school office before 8:15 a.m. the following school day. Calls may be made between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to the

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attendance secretary at 848-5360, or a message may be left at that number at any other time during the night or on weekends. If a parent or guardian does not call before 8:30 the following morning, the absence may become an unexcused absence. If a call has not been received, the parent may be contacted either at home or at work during the day. The safety of your child is our first priority. Knowing the whereabouts of your child is deemed more important than the inconvenience that may be caused by calling a parent at work. If you do not wish us to call you at work, please call so we can record your request.

BEREAVEMENT POLICY In the unfortunate event of a death of a faculty/staff member or student, the high school will select a delegation of members to represent the high school at the services.

BUDGETS (DEPARTMENT AND ACTIVITY) Each department is allocated a budget based on needs and requests by teachers in the department. A 20 digit account number is assigned to each department and must be used whenever requisitions or a P.O. are submitted. Department Requisitions do not need to be submitted to the principal for approval. Each department should keep a record of all expenditures and check each month to determine remaining allocations. Budgets can not be overspent and purchase requests will be denied unless adequate funds remain in the budget. Budget shut down occurs on April 1st each year. Teachers will not be reimbursed for supplies they purchase with their own funds. A purchase order should be requested (from the high school secretary) before "going shopping". The request should include the vendor, the expense account number to be charged and an approximate cost. The purchase order will be signed by an administrator and the original copy returned to you so you may go to the vendor and make the purchase or phone in the order. A receipt is usually given at the time of purchase and that receipt needs to be returned to the high school secretary as soon as possible. A receipt or invoice will be required for every P.O. issued. CCSD has accounts at most of the major stores in the metro area. Activity and athletic budgets are the responsibility of the sponsor or coach and are monitored and controlled by the associate principal/activity director. All activities and athletics must submit a budget proposal to the associate principal/activity director. Requisitions must be submitted to the associate principal for approval. Auto Club, BPA, VICA, Electric Car, NHS, Student Council, Speech, Plays, German/Spanish trip, Music trip, Yearbook, and Hawk Talk must submit a budget planning proposal to the principal for approval. All purchase orders will be done electronically. You must submit a budget proposal to the associate principal/activity director.

BUILDING HOURS AND SECURITY The security of all students and staff is of prime concern to all involved with the operation of Prairie High School. Certain measures have been taken to provide as high a level of security as possible • All High School students have a picture ID and should carry it all times. Staff members may ask to see the ID at any time. • All school doors will be locked during school hours. Entry into the building will only be allowed at

two entrances. Anyone entering the building must present appropriate identification. • 24-hour surveillance cameras have been installed around the interior and exterior of the building for

security purposes. • Students must sign in or out at the office before leaving campus or when arriving late. • Emergency plans have been designed by school officials and the Cedar Rapids police. Those plans

will be followed during any emergency. • Backpacks/bookbags are not permitted in classrooms and are not allowed to be carried between

classes. • Police dogs may check locker bay areas on an unannounced, random basis.

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BURGLAR ALARM SYSTEM All offices, classrooms and hallways have been wired for burglar detection surveillance. It is extremely important that if you plan to work in the building after hours, in the evening, or on the weekend that you are aware of the system. Use your plastic keycard for access to the building.

BUS SUPERVISION When the 3:45 bell rings be in the hallways with the students as they move to the bus loading zone or parking lot. If you have the weekly assignment to supervise the bus loading zone, you should report to the bus loading zone or parking lots by 3:45 p.m. Follow these guidelines: 1. Be active and cover your buses and the walking area in front of your buses. 2. Good behavior should be expected of all students during this time. 3. Please try to get there as quickly as you can. We need all of the help that we can get. 4. Monitor the parking lots to ensure proper driving conduct is maintained. 5. The first person listed be staged in the bus loading zone. The second person should be staged by

the dumpster doors and the football ticket booth. Lastly, the final person be staged outside in the Junior/Senior parking lot (Directly north of the Cafeteria).

Three people will cover after school supervision. You will receive an email reminder when and where your duty is to be served. Duty is from 3:45 - 3:55.

Aug 24 - 28 Jan 19 - 22 Albinson Nelson Smith

  Aug 31 - Sept 4 Jan 25 - 29 Saikaly Herman Columbus

Sept 8 - 11 Feb 1 - 5 A. Meyer Otero Ashby

 Sept 14 - 18 Feb 8 - 12 Fox M. Meyer Clark

Sept 21 - 25 Feb 15 - 19 Feuerhelm Sands Klein

Sept 28 - 30 Feb 22 - 26 Condit Fillbach Geary

Oct 5 - 9 Mar 1 - 4 Kean Wise Matheny

Oct 12 - 16 Mar 7 - 11 Brummer E. Sylvester Sima

Oct 19 - 23 Mar 21 - 24 Erenberger Knaus Gordon

Oct 26 - 30 Mar 28 - Apr 1 Oldenkamp Swart J. Bliss

Nov 2 - 6 Apr 4 - 8 Sandau Goodale Noska

Nov 9 - 13 Apr 12 - 15 Hynek Swartzendruber Sieck

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Nov 16 - 20 Apr 18 - 22 Dake Hayes Jimmerson

  Nov 23 Apr 25 - 29 Russell Jabens M. Bliss

Nov 30 - Dec 4 May 2 - 6 Schenkelberg Schmitz C. Miller

  Dec 7 - 11 May 9 - 13 Aune Azeltine Silbernagel

 Dec 14 - 16 May 16 - 20 Lukasko Dalton DuPont

Dec 21 May 23 - 27 Klein O'Brien Amunson

Jan 4 - Jan 8 May 31 Kaiser N. Miller Stoffer

  Jan 11 - 15

Klostermann Stumpff Dankert

CAFETERIA STUDY AREA

The cafeteria is an informal study area for selected juniors and seniors during all periods. Sophomore students will be assigned to teacher’s classrooms for their study hall time.

CALLING TREE A calling tree may be created for those staff members interested for use in case of emergencies and/or inclement weather for school related delays/cancellations. Please make sure the high school office has your correct phone number for this purpose.

CARE OF SCHOOL PROPERTY AND CLASSROOMS

It is definitely the responsibility of each teacher to see that students realize the importance of correct use of our facilities. Periodic checks of the desks, chairs, equipment in classroom and study rooms should be made. A check of textbook numbers should be made once each semester. See section on textbook fines.

Teachers will report any heating, ventilating or lighting problems in their own working areas. Please see that your room is neat and shades are adjusted, windows closed and lights off at the end of the day, or when you leave the room. The last minute or two of each class should be used to pick up paper, etc., in the room. Leave the room in a condition that will allow the custodial staff to clean it as easily as possible. Please list all repairs needed on the clipboard located in the teacher workroom. All equipment taken from the school building must be checked out at the principal's office. If you bring personal equipment to school for student or teacher use, you must notify the principal. See negotiated agreement Article XIV. B 3

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CHAPTER 281 REGULATION Per Chapter 281-102.0-102.14 and College Community Board Policy, the College Community School District has adopted a procedure for investigating allegations of abuse of students by school employees. Any alleged abuse situation should be reported to Alan D. Rowe, College Community School District, 401 76th Ave. SW. Cedar Rapids, Iowa, 52404. This level one investigation can be initiated through this office by the completion of a written report.

CHEATING/PLAGIARISM POLICY Academic integrity Policy The faculty of Prairie High School believes that all students must demonstrate honest and ethical behavior. Academic dishonesty, cheating, or plagiarism involves an attempt by the student to present another’s work as his or her own. Because the faculty understands that not all plagiarism or cheating is intentional, every student at PHS will be expected to attend training sessions to help avoid plagiarism. These sessions will be designed to: (1) quoting with correct citations, (2) paraphrasing with integrity, (3) extracting meaning and summarizing passages in their own words with credit to the source. All students will sign an agreement at the end of their training stating their understanding that plagiarism and cheating are not tolerated at Prairie H.S. Cheating and Plagiarism includes but is not necessarily limited to: Copying or giving an assignment to a student to be copied unless specifically permitted specifically by the teacher. Submitting another student’s work as your own. An act of using the exact words, a close paraphrase, or a unique idea from another person’s writing. Submission of any work that is not the students. Use of unauthorized material including textbooks, notes, calculators, or computer programs during an examination or on a major project. Supplying or communicating in any way unauthorized material including notes, textbooks, calculators, or computer programs on a major project. Unauthorized access to an exam or answers to an exam. CONSEQUENCES FOR THE VIOLATION OF THIS POLICY -Any junior or senior caught cheating or plagiarizing on schoolwork will receive a failing score and may be suspended from school. -Any student cooperating in a situation involving cheating or plagiarism is subject to the same consequences. -Parents or guardians will be notified in cases where cheating or plagiarism is discovered grades 10-12 by the teacher and then by letter from the administration. -A conference will be required between the student and the administration when a student is found to be involved in plagiarism or cheating grades 10-12. -Any student found to be plagiarizing more than once in a class may be dropped from the class with a grade of F.

CHILD ABUSE REPORTING As a mandatory reporter if you suspect that a student ahs been abused you are required by law to report your suspicions to the Department of Human Services within 24 hours. First, visit with a counselor and then have them call 1-800-362-2178. The counselor will coordinate the process.

CHILD STUDY TEAM

Students experiencing difficulties (academically or behaviorally) may be referred to the Child Study Team. A formal referral must be submitted to the principal who may present the case to the team. The team will review the referral, gather necessary additional information, and make suggestions for helping the student.

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CLASS DROP PROCEDURES

Whenever a student drops a class and does not add another class in its place, or is removed from a class due to absences or other reasons, the parent will be notified. Teachers may not drop a student without prior authorization from the administration. See Attendance Guidelines. If a student drops a class without authorization during the semester, he/she receives an "F" and is placed in a study area during the time that class meets. Students will not be allowed to drop a class or change their schedule after the first two weeks of a semester without administrative approval.

COMPUTER PASSWORDS All teachers have a password that allows them to use their computer and the system. Teachers may change their password monthly, should not give out their password to anyone, and should not post their password on their computer or anywhere near their computer. A procedure for changing your password was distributed to all faculty and staff. See Craig Barnum if you have questions.

CORPORAL PUNISHMENT See Board Policy #502.2 - CORPORAL PUNISHMENT

DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSONS

Art John Saikaly Career/Vocational Kim Hynek Fine Arts Craig Aune LA/Reading Debbie Erenberger Math Charles Miller Physical Education Lynnette Stecklein Science Amy Jabens Social Studies Kent Noska World Languages Nichole Sieck Special Education Joe Kaiser & Mary McWilliams

Instructional Leadership Team

(Cadre)

Steph Klein Erik Anderson Heather Feuerhelm Kent Noska Paul Knaus Justin Sands Amy Jabens Nate Miller Chris Klostermann Dan DeVore Jack Rainey (AEA) Jolene Koranda

INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP TEAM

Position Title: 10-12 Building Cadre Reports To: Building Principal Job Goals: To increase faculty use of best practices, knowledge sharing, and

data in order to improve student achievement in assigned curricular areas.

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Responsibil it ies: Student Achievement: Facilitates the collaborative analysis and use of data to improve instruction and student achievement. Curriculum: Supports faculty in the alignment of curriculum, instruction, and

assessment practices across assigned subject areas and building faculty.

Instruction: Facilitates use of best practice instructional strategies within their

departments to improve instruction and raise student achievement. Assessment: Will work with department members and assist in the development

of course specific assessments in order to improve instruction and improve and increase student achievement.

Works with school administration and the guidance department in

the evaluation and analysis of standardized test results. School improvement: Provides direction to colleagues in the development,

implementation, and evaluation of a department or a subject area improvement plan.

Professional Seeks out and participates in professional Development: growth opportunities related to district and department priorities. Collaborates with colleagues in the design and implementation of individual learning plans. New Teachers: Orients and inducts new teachers in the department or team.

DEMERIT SYSTEM

The systematic monitoring of student character issues will be a remarkable bargain for all involved in the educational process. The demerit system should benefit students by helping them acquire positive attitudes and habits. These habits and attitudes should enhance their confidence and assist them in being more productive. Parents should be pleased if their children can be helped in becoming more considerate, courteous and productive. A major goal of any behavior management system should be to aid in creating a positive learning environment for all students. It is hoped that students can self assess themselves at conferences in relationship to the demerits they have earned or not earned. Staff will fill these referrals out as needed. The demerit system should not be a used as a teacher’s lone classroom management system. It is a tool. An important feature of this system will be the student’s opportunity to design a ‘Service Plan’ to reduce the number of demerits they have earned. This service plan and the actual number of demerits that can be eliminated will be determined by the associate principal.

DRESS

Appropriate attire should be worn by the faculty and staff. Jeans may be worn on Fridays assuming a Prairie themed shirt accompanies the jeans.

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DRIVERS OF SCHOOL OWNED OR RENTED VEHICLES

All drivers of school owned vehicles or rented vehicles must be school employees or volunteers approved by school authorities. If you transport students you may be required to have a CDL or the district will provide a driver. Prior to driving a school vehicle, you must provide the transportation office with your DL number.

E MAIL All teachers have access to E Mail. Teachers should check e-mail multiple times during the day as important school-wide and personal messages are available. The schools' directory allows teachers to communicate within the high school, district, metro area, state and world.

ELP: EXTENDED LEARNING PROGRAM

ELP at the high school is a part of the overall Extended Learning System. This system is comprised of advanced placement courses, post secondary enrollment options, in class-differentiation, clubs, and other avenues used by our district and to challenge students and create opportunities for them to realize their potential. ELP is Prairie’s gifted/talented program. ELP students make up approximately the top 3% of the student population at any given grade level. More or less students are invited to participate in this special program if they meet district criteria. District criteria are aligned with state recommendations and national standards for gifted education. The following criteria are considered for placement:

a) Cognitive scores, especially in the non-verbal area, of 130 or above b) Achievement scores of 90th percentile, or above, (Iowa norms), in the areas of reading and/or

math; Achievement Level Test scores that have exceeded district criteria for graduation c) Anecdotal information, as per teacher(s), parents, peers, and/or others (i.e., independent music

instructor) that offers perspective regarding the student’s abilities and/or achievements Reconsideration Procedure: Parents may wish for their child to be reconsidered for ELP. There is a process for reconsideration. Those interested should contact Lori Danker at the high school.

EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSING See District Certified Staff Handbook Emergency School Closing. The district’s calling system will contact you for all closings or delays.

EYE PROTECTION (STUDENT SAFETY) Teachers who supervise activities in the industrial arts shops and science lab must require and demand that students and visitors wear quality eye protective devices during the time or activity of the course when the students may be subject to risk of eye injury. Any students failing to comply with the requirements may be temporarily suspended from participation in the course, and the registration of a student for the course may be canceled for willful, flagrant, or repeated failure to observe the above requirements.

FACULTY BULLETINS Faculty bulletins are sent via email at the beginning of each week. Keep a copy for reference during the school year and adhere to all requests made in the bulletin.

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FACULTY MAIL BOXES

All teachers have a mailbox in the high school office. Students are not to be sent to pick up materials since confidential material is sometimes included.

FACULTY MEETINGS Faculty meetings are scheduled once per each month @ 7:50 a.m. Additional meetings may be scheduled as needed. Attendance is required.

FACULTY AND STAFF ID BADGES Each faculty member and staff member will be required to wear his or her ID badge during the school day. We are making a concerted effort to get students to understand the importance of carrying their ID with them while at school and at school events activities. One way of modeling the importance of this is for us to wear our ID's at school. You will be provided with a lanyard and/or a clip for you convenience.

FIELD TRIPS All field trips should be planned in advance in order to receive the maximum benefit from the experience. The request for field trip approval form (located both in this handbook, section three forms, as well as on the district website) should be completed and submitted to the Principal at least TWO weeks prior to intended field trip. Approval for field trips involving larger numbers of students and staff should be requested at least three months prior to the trip date(s). The Principal or designee must approve the field trip prior to making any arrangements. Field trips will not be approved during the first and last TWO weeks of the semester. Field Trips will be cancelled if a substitute is not secured and available one week in advance.

FIELD TRIP REGULATIONS Meaningful field trips which possess educational value and address curricular standards are encouraged and are looked upon as an extension of classroom learning. The Principal or Associate Principal must authorize all field trips in advance (a substitute must be secured one week prior to the event. If no sub, the trip will be cancelled.

• Off campus trips will be limited to one per week and should be placed on the calendar. • Five days prior to the field trip, a list of students who will be gone should be e-mailed to the faculty

and staff by the teacher arranging for the field trip. This list needs to include the following: a. The date and time to be gone from school. b. A list of students who will be attending. c. The destination of the trip.

• An updated list of those going on the field trip should be e-mailed to the attendance secretary on the morning of the trip.

• All behavioral problems should be reported to the associate principal immediately upon returning. A serious infringement of the rules and guidelines specified in the field trip informational packet may result in the student being sent directly home. After a conference with the parents and/or guardians, a final decision concerning this matter would be made by the directors and school administrators. The expense of the return trip would be the responsibility of the parents NOT the school district, chaperones, or directors.

Emergency procedures must be followed (see Off Campus Procedures). Be sure that you have a copy of all procedures and guidelines with you on the trip.

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• Absences from other classes due to field trips should not be counted against the student. Make up work should be required in advance.

• All drivers of school owned or rented vehicles must be school. Employees or volunteers that are authorized ahead of time by school administration.

FIRE DRILLS

1. Warning will be a loud fire buzzer. 2. All student, teachers, etc., are to move to the outside of the building as quietly as possible. Move

a safe distance way from the building. 3. Teachers make sure: a. All students know where to exit and how, b. windows are closed, c. lights are off, d. doors are closed. 4. Review maps posted in all rooms for exit directions. Please make sure that every student in your room knows where to exit. If the door or area is blocked, an alternate route should be given to the students by the teacher. Teachers are responsible for posting all tornados and fire signs in classroom areas. A FIRE DRILL WILL HOLD PRIORITY OVER ALL OTHER ACTIVITIES. Fire Department Recommendations College Community Schools Revised June 2003 Public Safety rules Each school shall conduct fire and tornado drills as required by Iowa Code section 100.31. Each school shall conduct four fire and four tornado drills yearly while school is in session with two drills of each type between July 1 and December 31 and two drills of each type between January 1 and June 30. All drills shall be documented and such documentation shall be made available to the state fire marshal or other authorized person conducting a fire safety inspection of the school. A maximum of 10% of available wall space can be covered with combustible materials. State Code 5.665(6) Anything in a glassed frame or treated with fire retardant does not figure into the 10%. All overstuffed chairs, sofas, pillows, and stuffed animals must be removed from classrooms unless they are tagged as being flame retardant. Note that the tags must be present. IFC 315.2 No combustibles can be hanging from the ceiling or attached to exit doors. No combustibles should be attached within 3 feet of a doorway or exit. The only signs that are acceptable by the door are the maps for fire and tornado evacuation. A minimum of 30 inches of clearance needs to be maintained in front of all electrical panels. IFC 605.3 NO DOOR WEDGES. Any door that can be closed should be closed. The only exceptions being the doors that are held open magnetically and are wired into the alarm system. Custodians will be instructed to take door wedges and dispose of them. Extension cords cannot be used as permanent wiring. Extension cords should be plugged in and unplugged when not in use. IFC 605.5. The only acceptable extension cords are the round orange heavy-duty cords. Flat extension cords are not acceptable at any time. Low electrical usage equipment such as

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computers can be permanently plugged into a power strip as long as the power strip contains a breaker. No heating or cooling units can be attached to an extension cord. Combustible storage is prohibited in mechanical, electrical or boiler rooms. IFC 315.2.3 Clearance of combustibles from the ceiling must be 24 inches (non-sprinkled) and 18 inches (sprinkled). IFC 315.2.1 Recommendations Each building principal should communicate these fire regulations and expect their staff to comply at all times. All staff should adhere to these rules and if a fire safety inspection would result in a violation of these rules the person responsible should be notified and the violation rectified. If a staff member is responsible for a second violation, the building administrator may add a letter of reprimand to their personnel file. Any custodian who becomes aware of a fire code violation should fill out the fire code violation form and give it to the principal. It is the principal’s responsibility to notify the person responsible for the violation and rectify the problem.

FIRST AND LAST TWO WEEKS OF EACH SEMESTER The final week of each academic semester are busy and sometimes hectic. No field trips will be allowed during this time. Classes must meet everyday for the duration of the time scheduled and students should not be released early even if they have completed all necessary assignments and requirements for your course.

FUND RAISING PROCEDURES

1. All approved clubs, organizations and class activities are eligible for fund raising activities. 2. All monies collected in the high school must be deposited in district accounts within 3 days of

receiving cash or checks. 3. Sponsors must fill out an on line fund raising form and send it to the Activity Director for 1st

approval. (NO agreements or contractual obligations can be made before final approval has been received.)

4. All approved fundraisers must be placed on the fundraiser calendar in the Activity Director's office. Sponsors should consult calendar when making plans.

5. No club or organization will be allowed more than two fundraisers per school year that involve outside vendor sales, or actively seek donations. An unlimited number of fundraisers can be held which provide a service or sponsor an event. Any questions regarding the types of fundraisers allowed should be directed to the Activities Office.

6. A product may not be repeated for sale until a two (2) month interval has lapsed. 7. Teacher, staff and district personnel may not be solicited. (They have the option to contact the

sponsor.) 8. Specific starting and ending dates will be adhered to. Monies must be receipted daily. No prizes,

awards, etc., will be given until the fundraiser has been finalized. 9. Inform students that all dollars raised in the name of Prairie High School during a fundraiser must be

placed in a high school account. Students cannot fund raise for personal gain. Board Policy Code No. 1005.2 STUDENT FUND-RAISING ACTIVITIES

• This policy governs all fund-raising sponsored/conducted by recognized school organizations and all efforts organized or conducted at school. It governs all fundraising whether by sale of service or product.

• Concession sales by a school-sponsored group and providing typical services expected at a school event are exempt.

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• Groups organized as a not-for-profit under a separate 501(c)(3) and clubs and youth organizations which are not under the financial control of the district are exempt for this policy.

• Students and school-sponsored organizations may raise funds to support the activities of said groups or to support the general educational goals of the district.

• All fundraising activities must have prior approval of the building principal (or designee). • Activities receiving building principal approval must be submitted for the

superintendent’s (or designee) approval by submitting a “Request for Approval of Fund Raising Project” form thirty-days prior to the fundraising event/activity. Proposed dates of sale of ongoing items like “spirit wear” must be submitted for approval. Once approved, sales dates may be adjusted with the building principal’s written approval.

• Participation by students in charity activities of a general nature (such as a natural disaster recovery) is considered a desirable part of their total education and shall be supported as long as it does not become overly burdensome.

• Drives to collect food, clothing, or cash are all covered by this policy. • Activities that require door-to-door sales are forbidden below middle school age. • Fundraising for individual charity benefits shall be limited to the individual

building/buildings directly impacted by the event causing the benefit to be initiated. Even then, individual charity benefits should be infrequent and limited in scope so as to avoid undue burden on student or staff time. In the case of charity fund-raising the process outlined in the above paragraph is still required.

• No fundraising activity shall violate the Healthy Kids Act by selling food products during the school day or that compete with the school nutrition program.

• It is the responsibility of the superintendent, in conjunction with the building principals, to develop administrative regulations regarding this policy.

Adopted: 8/13/68 Revised: 8/15/94 Reviewed: 11/16/98 Reviewed: 4/14/03 Reviewed: 6/19/06 Reviewed: 9/21/09 Revised: 7/19/10 Code Number 1005.2R STUDENT FUND-RAISING ACTIVITIES Students and school-sponsored organizations may raise funds in accordance with policy 1005.2. Revenues must be deposited and accounted for according to policy 803.8 (Student Activity Funds - proposed). All expenditures must be made in accordance with policy 803.2 (Purchasing). Guiding Principles:

• Generally student fundraising should be minimized and frequent or recurring fundraising by the same groups is discouraged.

• Each fund-raiser should have a specific purpose which can be articulated clearly by the students doing the fund-raising.

• Other activity fund sources of funding should be exhausted before fund-raising is undertaken.

• Failure to follow appropriate fund-raising management procedures may cause the sponsor to incur personal financial and legal liability.

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Operational Recommendations:

• No student should be required to participate in fundraising. • Students/parents shall be informed of the goal of the fundraiser and

given the option to write a check to the organization rather than participating.

• No student shall be required to participate or to reach a goal required for individual students.

• If items are being sold, the percentage of profit to the organization should be identified, i.e. if the purchase of $20 worth of candy will net $5, this should be known. A person may prefer to make a $5 donation rather than buy $20 worth of candy.

• Rewards to specific students should be minimized or given to the group as a whole. If rewards are food, they should comply with USDA nutrition guidelines. Generally, the emphasis should be on working together for the common good rather than individual benefit.

• The fundraising sponsor is responsible for notifying the business office at the conclusion of the project so that all deposits and related expenditures are accounted for appropriately.

Adopted: 7/19/10 FOOD IN CLASSROOMS Due to an increase in the amount of trash, the increase of rodents, bugs, etc., food will only be allowed in classrooms with the express consent of the building principal or his designee. Do not allow students to bring candy, drinks, snacks, etc. into your classroom. Food for personal consumption must be kept in airtight containers.

PHS  Grading  Guidelines  

 Purpose:  ● to  communicate  “it  is  NOT  acceptable  for  students  to  not  learn  class  content  at  their  highest  level.”  

● to  have  common  grading  practices  school-­‐wide  ● to  clearly  communicate  what  a  grade  is  and  what  it  is  not  ● to  separate  achievement  from  behaviors  

 Guideline  1:  Each  individual  grade  entered  into  the  gradebook  should  be  reflective  of  what  a  student  has  learned  in  relation  to  the  standard  or  target  being  taught.    Grading  scales  will  be  common  for  all  teachers  (100-­‐90=A,  90-­‐80=B,  80-­‐70=C,  70-­‐60=D,  <60=F)    

What  it  looks  like  ● Every  entry  in  the  gradebook  needs  to  be  connected  to  a  standard  ● Common  bins  should  be  established  by  course  alike  teams  ● Entries  can  be  put  in  bins  with  the  weight  of  choice  by  the  course  alike  team    ● Course  alike  teams  are  working  through  their  standards,  assessments,  and  practice  

opportunities  -­‐  aligning  them  with  each  other,  and  with  their  core  standards    

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What  it  DOESN’T  look  like  ● Standards  have  to  be  word  for  word  from  the  Iowa  Core.  ● Standards  can  only  come  from  the  Iowa  Core.  ● Student  practice  can’t  be  recorded.  ● Students  in  the  same  course  with  a  different  teacher,  demonstrating  the  same  

knowledge,  earning  a  different  grade    Where  are  we  going?  ● Practice/Homework  can  be  put  in  the  gradebook  only  as  a  weight  of  zero,  for  purposes  

of  communication  and  guiding  and  directing  instruction.  ● Gradebook  entries  are  specific  to  discipline  (topic).  

 Rationale  

● 84%  of  PHS  teachers  believe  a  grade  is  “what  students  have  learned”  (per  PHS  survey)  ● “When  grades  are  not  deliberately  connected  to  learning,  they  provide  little  valuable  

feedback  regarding  students’  academic  strengths  and  weaknesses,  and  can  even  be  counterproductive.”  (Winger,  2005,  p.62)  

●  “Teachers  should  use  learning  goals  as  the  basis  for  determining  grades...They  provide  a  profile  of  a  student’s  knowledge  and  direct  evidence  of  his  or  her  strengths  and  weaknesses.    This  type  of  assessment  allows  teachers  to  appropriately  plan  instruction,  and  allows  students  to  focus  their  learning.”  (O’Connor,  2007,  p.  231)  

● “Grades  serve  multiple  purposes,  which  is  a  problem  -­‐  it  makes  it  very  challenging  to  figure  out  exactly  what  they  mean.”  (Oliver,  2011)  

   Guideline  2:  Practice  (homework,  formative  assessments,  etc)  will  serve  as  a  means  to  guide  and  direct  our  instruction.    Multiple  practice  opportunities  should  be  given  to  assess  student  progress  towards  proficiency  of  a  target.    Practice  will  account  for  no  more  than  10%  of  the  final  grade.    

What  it  looks  like  ● Students  are  assigned  homework  (practice)  and/or  quizzes  to  informally  assess  where  

they  are  at  in  relation  to  the  target.  ● Homework  is  assigned  to  enhance  understanding  of  classroom  material.  ● If  homework  or  formative  assessments  are  assigned,  feedback  should  be  given.  ● Homework/formative  assessments  (practice)  are  entered  in  a  separate  bin  (no  more  

than  10%  of  final  grade)  ● Students  are  given  feedback  on  practice  and  formative  assessments  

 What  it  DOESN’T  look  like  

● Homework  is  no  longer  given;  it’s  not  necessary  for  students  to  learn.  ● Homework  cannot  be  completed  outside  of  class.  ● Homework  cannot  be  entered  into  the  gradebook.  

 Where  are  we  going?  ● 0%  for  practice  (homework).  

 Rationale  

● “The  belief  that  the  carrot  of  a  grade  entices  students  to  complete  work  is  an  illusion,  one  

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with  roots  in  behaviorism  and  a  negative  view  of  learners  (Vatterott,  2009).  At  its  core,  it  negates  students'  intrinsic  drive  for  mastery  (Cushman,  2010;  Pink,  2009)  and  implies  that  homework  is  inherently  distasteful.  As  Daniel  Pink  (2009),  puts  it,  "We're  bribing  students  into  compliance  instead  of  challenging  them  into  engagement"  (p.  174).  In  addition,  grades  only  motivate  students  who  are  motivated  by  grades—and  some  students  couldn't  care  less”  (Vatterott,  2011)  

● “When  homework  is  used  as  a  formative  assessment,  students  have  multiple  opportunities  to  practice,  get  feedback  from  the  teacher,  and  improve.  Homework  becomes  a  safe  place  to  try  out  new  skills  without  penalty,  just  as  athletes  and  musicians  try  out  their  skills  on  the  practice  field  or  in  rehearsals.  Effective  homework  is  the  rehearsal  before  the  final  event.”  (Christopher,  2008).  

●  “We  know  that  students  will  rarely  perform  at  high  levels  on  challenging  learning  tasks  at  their  first  attempt.  Deep  understanding  or  high  levels  of  proficiency  are  achieved  only  as  a  result  of  trial,  practice,  adjustments  based  on  feedback  and  more  practice.”    (McTighe,  1996)  

● 12%  said  homework  “must  be  graded  for  kids  to  learn”  (per  PHS  survey)      Guideline  3:  Teachers  will  allow  retakes  and  late  work  in  a  timely  manner  at  full  credit  (no  averaging)  provided  the  student  has  demonstrated  “readiness.”    Teachers  will  provide  at  least  one  opportunity  at  a  retake.    

What  it  looks  like  ● Students  should  be  able  to  demonstrate  learning  of  a  particular  standard  at  a  later  date.    

We  will  work  with  our  kids.  ● Course-­‐alike  can  decide  what  a  retake  looks  like  (put  it  on  a  later  test,  buffet-­‐style  final,  

an  alternative  assessment,  oral  assessment,  etc.)  ● Students  can  be  provided  that  opportunity  during  office  hours,  enrichment,  before/after  

school,  a  free  period,  in  the  success  center,  etc)  ● Students  are  being  graded  on  what  they  know,  not  when  they  did  it  regarding  the  

content  standard.  ● Retakes  will  no  longer  be  allowed  one  week  prior  to  final-­‐exam  week.  ● There  should  be  an  emphasis  to  retake  during  or  within  the  learning  cycle  (at  a  time  

frame  not  too  far  beyond  completion  of  the  learning)    

What  it  DOESN’T  look  like  ● Students  can  come  in  and  reassess  whenever  they  want.  ● Reassessments  are  optional  for  teachers.  ● Grading  at  the  semester  has  no  final  due  date.  

 Where  are  we  going?  ● Course  alike  will  develop  multiple  versions  of  an  assessment.      

 Rationale  ● “In  effective  schools  one  of  the  most  consistent  practices  of  successful  teachers  is  the  provision  

of  multiple  opportunities  to  learn…The  consequence  for  a  student  who  fails  to  meet  a  standard  is  not  a  low  grade  but  rather  the  opportunity,  indeed  the  requirement  –  to  resubmit  his  or  her  work.”  (Reeves,  2000)  

● “Classroom  assessments  and  grading  should  focus  on  how  well  –  not  on  when  –  the  student  mastered  the  designated  knowledge  and  skill”  (McTighe  &  O’Connor,  2005)  

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● “The  goal  is  that  all  students  learn  the  content,  not  just  the  ones  who  can  learn  on  the  uniform  timeline.  Curriculum  goals  don't  require  that  every  individual  reaches  the  same  level  of  proficiency  on  the  same  day,  only  that  every  student  achieves  the  goal.”  (Wormeli,  2011)  

● “The  teacher  who  claims  to  be  preparing  students  for  the  working  world  by  disallowing  all  redos  forgets  that  adult  professionals  actually  flourish  through  redos,  retakes,  and  doovers.  Surgeons  practice  on  cadavers  before  doing  surgeries  on  live  patients.  Architects  redesign  building  plans  until  they  meet  all  the  specifications  listed.  Pilots  rehearse  landings  and  take-­‐offs  hundreds  of  times  in  simulators  and  in  solo  flights  before  flying  with  real  passengers.  Lawyers  practice  debate  and  analysis  of  arguments  before  litigating  real  cases.  Teachers  become  much  more  competent  and  effective  by  teaching  the  same  content  multiple  times,  reflecting  on  what  worked  and  what  didn't  work  each  time...The  best  preparation  for  the  world  beyond  school  is  to  learn  essential  content  and  skills  well.”  (Wormeli,  2011)  

● “Re-­‐assessment  should  only  take  place  after  a  relearning  plan  has  been  completed.”  (Bramante  &  Colby,  2012)  

   Guideline 4: Teachers  will  assess  “professionalism  standards”  separate  from  all  other  standards,  provided  there  is  adequate  teaching  done  on  the  skill  being  assessed.    This  grade  will  not  comprise  more  than  5%  of  the  overall  grade.      

What  it  looks  like  ● If  a  teacher  wants  to  give  “points”  for  timeliness,  it  will  be  put  in  the  professionalism  bin  

and  labeled  specifically.      ● Categories  can  be  assessed  multiple  times  separate  from  the  content  standard  being  

assessed.  ● A  student  turns  in  a  project  late,  but  demonstrates  mastery  -­‐  the  student  should  receive  

full  credit  on  the  content,  however  will  be  assessed  accordingly  on  the  professionalism  standard  for  that  unit.  

● Professionalism  assessed  within  a  project  rubric  should  be  transferred  to  the  professionalism  bin  

● “Professionalism”  grades  will  be  entered  in  the  gradebook  if  not  assessed  in  class.  ● Rubrics  for  projects  separating  content  standards  from  “professionalism”  standards  

 What  it  DOESN’T  look  like  

● Because  an  assignment  is  late,  half-­‐credit  (or  any  discounted  percent)  is  given  for  the  content  standard.  

● A  student  demonstrates  mastery  on  the  assessment  but  doesn’t  turn  in  notes  or  homework,  so  their  assessment  grade  suffers.  

● A  teacher  doesn’t  give  notes  because  it  is  no  longer  important.  ● Notes  and  turning  things  in  on  time  are  not  important.  

 Where  are  we  going?  ● Assessing  universal  constructs:  

○ Critical  Thinking  ○ Complex  Communication  ○ Creativity  ○ Collaboration  ○ Flexibility  and  Adaptability  ○ Productivity  and  Accountability  ○ Key  References  

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 Rationale  

● “Reports  on  student  progress  and  achievement  should  include  information  that  indicates  academic  progress  and  achievement  for  each  course  or  subject  area  separate  from  .  .  .  punctuality,  attitude,  behaviour,  effort,  attendance,  and  work  habits…”  (Manitoba  Education  and  Training,  1997)  

● Behavior  is  not  considered  part  of  academics  and  is  not  to  be  considered  a  part  of  the  academic  grade.    It  is  to  be  reported  in  a  separate  location  on  the  progress  report.    

● Again,  84%  of  PHS  teachers  believe  a  grade  is  reflective  of  what  a  student  has  learned  (PHS  Survey).  

   Guideline  5:  No  extra  credit  will  be  given  at  any  time.    

What  it  looks  like  ● Extra  assignments  will  not  be  given  to  artificially  inflate  grade.  ● Extra  points  will  not  be  awarded  on  tests  for  “curves,”  bringing  in  supplies,  or  meeting  

certain  deadlines,  etc.    What  it  DOESN’T  look  like  

● Extra  work,  rigor,  and  extension  opportunities  are  not  important.    Rationale  ● “Sadly,  this  emphasis  on  earning  points  in  order  to  procure  the  grade  commodity  

diminishes  the  value  of  learning.”    (Guskey  and  Bailey,  2001,  p.  20)  ● “A  low  grade  simply  communicates  a  learning  gap;  the  way  to  raise  the  grade  is  to  learn  

more.”  (Winger,  2005,  p.  64)  ● “Finding  ways  for  students  who  should  be  passing  the  class  but  aren’t  to  earn  extra  points  

is  indicative  of  our  strange  grading  policies.  Why  would  a  student  who  should  be  passing  not  be  passing?  Maybe  we  are  measuring  the  wrong  things  or  weighting  the  wrong  things  too  heavily.”  (activegrade.com  –  2012)  

● “Extra  Credit  allows  us  to  pass  students  for  the  wrong  reasons.  They  miss  out  on  the  sense  of  accomplishment  that  comes  from  really  learning  the  material  and  we  slowly  lose  hold  on  what  grades  are  about.”  (activegrade.com  –  2012)  

STUDENT APPEAL Students may appeal a grade decision by meeting with the teacher and principal within 1 week after the 6 weeks or semester grade has been issued to the student.

REMARKS ON GRADE CARDS Teachers are encouraged to include remarks regarding attendance when necessary, i.e. Perfect Attendance - GREAT!; Needs to attend class regularly. A variety of teacher comments are available to communicate with parents about student attitudes, efforts and progress. If a student receives an F, or D, an appropriate remark must be noted by the teacher.

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Professionalism Grade A “professionalism” grade will accompany the academic grade for each class on the report card. Teachers will give a professionalism grade of Advanced, Proficient, Emerging, or Unsatisfactory and may include one or more comments indicating how the student could improve on some of these skills. The professionalism grade is often a subjective observation by the classroom teacher based on criteria established by the high school faculty. This grade is meant to increase communication between the teacher, student and parents/guardian. The professionalism grade will not affect a student’s GPA, class rank or eligibility. However, this grade is considered important in the character development of each student and will be used in some cases to help determine the best educational placement for a student. The four main areas of Punctuality, Class Preparation, On Task Behavior, and Deadline Accountability are listed below.

Teacher Guidelines to Determine Professionalism Grades

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Total Professionalism Points________________________

OVERALL PROFESSIONALISM EVALUATION

Unsatisfactory Emerging Proficient Advanced Total

Professionalism Points

0-6 points 7-10 points 11-14 points 15-16 points

Categories Unsatisfactory Emerging Proficient Advanced Punctuality

___0 Points __1 Point

The student is FREQUENTLY LATE to class… once per 2 weeks or more

___2 points

The student is OCCASIONALLY LATE to class

___3 points

The student is NEVER LATE to class

___4 points

Class Preparation

___0 Points __1 Point

The student FREQUENTLY comes to class without required materials and/or is not prepared for class… once per 2 weeks or more

___2 points

The student OCCASIONALLY comes to class without required materials and/or is not prepared for class

___3 points

The student ALWAYS comes to class with required materials and is prepared for class

___4 points

On Task Behavior

___0 Points __1 Point

The student is FREQUENTLY off task and disruptive… once per 2 weeks or more

___2 points

The student is USUALLY focused on their work but has a tendency to become off task and distract others

___3 points

The student is ALWAYS focused throughout class and DOES NOT talk out of turn or distract others from learning

___4 points Deadline Accountability

___0 Points __1 Point

The student FREQUENTLY turns in work late…once per 2 weeks or more

___2 points

The student USUALLY turns in their work on time

___3 points

The student ALWAYS turns in their work on time

___4 points

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GRADUATION ATTENDANCE

Teachers are expected to attend graduation. Gowns will be provided and hoods can be rented or purchased by each teacher. Gowns should be picked up in the high school store.

GRADUATION ELIGIBILITY At the start of the last nine-week grading period all seniors who are not meeting graduation requirements will be identified. All graduation requirements must be done before any student will be allowed to participate in the graduation ceremony.

GRANT APPLICATION FORM

Teachers must submit a grant application form—see page 90 prior to submitting for any grant.

GRANT WOOD AEA PERSONNEL ASSIGNMENTS Regional Facilitator Josh Lyons School Psychologist Jack Rainey Consultant Megan Burke-Brunscheen Additional support services are available to assist teachers when concerns arise with students. These services include our building staff, (spec. educ. teacher, counselor, nurse, health secretary, etc.) & Grant Wood Area Education Agency support staff, (psychologist, social worker, consultant, speech-language path-ologist, occupational & physical therapist, work exper. coord. ). Teachers and families may use input on an informal basis or request formal assistance in identifying strategies to address a concern, in carrying out these strategies, or in monitoring individual student progress. These services are available for all students through teacher or parent request. Working together, we can provide the best education possible for all of our children.

Code No. 403.4

HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL DISCLOSURE The board authorizes the development of a comprehensive hazardous chemical communication program for the school district to disseminate information about hazardous chemicals in the workplace. Each employee will annually review information about hazardous substances in the workplace. When a new employee is hired or transferred to a new position or work site, the information and training, if necessary, is included in the employee's orientation. When an additional hazardous substance enters the workplace, information about it is distributed to all employees in that workplace, and training is conducted for the appropriate employees. The superintendent, or designee will maintain a file indicating which hazardous substances are present in the workplace and when training and information sessions take place. Employees who will be instructing or otherwise working with students will disseminate information about the hazardous chemicals with which they will be working as part of the instructional program. It is the responsibility of the superintendent, or designee to develop administrative regulations regarding this program.

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Legal Reference: 29 C.F.R. Pt. 1910; 1200 et seq. (2002). Iowa Code chs. 88; 89B (2003). 347 I.A.C. 120.

File: EB-R-2

SAFETY PROGRAM (HAZARDOUS COMMUNICATION/WORKERS RIGHT TO KNOW PROGRAM)

Purpose and Objective It is the intent of College Community School District to provide for the safety, health and physical well being of each employee by providing guidelines for them to follow while working with or being exposed to hazardous chemicals during their work shift. To do so, each employee will be provided information and training concerning hazards they work with or may be exposed to. The procedures outlined in this guideline are intended to assure the district is in compliance with appropriate OSHA and State of Iowa Regulations relative to hazardous chemicals. This guideline is intended to provide the following information: Procedures for Dealing with Employee Training The Business Manager is charged with the responsibility for the training needs of all employees and shall be notified when any of the following conditions exist:

a. a person is employed on a continuous or temporary basis b. before an existing employee is transferred either on a temporary or permanent basis, and/or c. before any new chemical is used within the district

The District Business Manager will be responsible for the development of appropriate training programs for new and transferred employees. All administrators are expected to verify appropriate training has been received and recorded before assigning an employee to a new job assignment. Upon completion of training, the employee receiving the training is to sign a verification form. The administrator providing the training is to forward the verification form to the District Business Manager before the employee is assigned to the job site. The Director of Buildings and Grounds & Director of Custodians will act as the primary training officer in the absence of the District Business Manager. The District Business Manager will provide administrators assigned training responsibilities with syllabus for the training which the administrator is to present to employees. Each administrator is responsible for providing proper notice in their employee handbooks in compliance with the workers right to know guidelines. Chemical List The District Business Manager, or designee shall be responsible for the development of the maintenance of an inventory of all hazardous materials used within the district. A list of the chemicals used or stored on school property shall be developed and maintained. For each chemical listed on the inventory, a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) shall be in the building file and in the District Master File which

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shall be maintained by the Director of Buildings and Grounds. The list and file will be updated as changes in the chemicals used in the District occur. It will be the responsibility of the Director of Buildings and Grounds to conduct an annual review of the materials used to determine if any materials should be removed from the list. No chemicals may be purchased that are not listed on the list without authorization of the District Business Manager. Procedures for purchasing materials not on the inventory list will be developed by the Business Manager and provided to the employees authorized to make purchases in the name of the district. Labeling A uniform labeling procedure shall be adopted by the district for the labeling of all containers of chemicals. The District Business Manager is responsible for developing the label system and distributing training materials to all administrators to assure all employees of the district are familiar with, understand, and can interpret the labeling system adopted by the district to identify hazardous materials in containers. Placarding The Director of Building and Grounds is responsible for working with the Fire Marshall or Fire Chief of their designee to insure that sign postings is current in each of the buildings of the district. It is the responsibility of the Director of Buildings and Grounds to see the chemical list supplied to the fire department is updated as changes are made in the district’s inventory. The district Director of Buildings and Grounds is charged with the responsibility of seeing that all chemical used by contractors are on the inventory list. All administrators are responsible for establishing appropriate procedures for dealing with samples provided by vendors. No samples of a chemical not on the inventory list may be stored temporarily or overnight on campus or in a building of the district without the specific permission of the District Business Manager, or in the absence of the Business Manager, the Director of Buildings and Grounds. Community Information Provisions will be established by the District Business Manager to provide opportunities for the general public to gain information concerning hazardous chemicals used or stored in school property. Members of the community interested in obtaining information on hazardous chemicals used or stored on school property may gain such information by filling out a request form provided by the district. All requests from interested parties shall be in writing on the form provided by the district for such information. Procedures shall be established to assure response to all requests within ten (10) days of receipt of the request. A separate request will be required for each class of chemicals used by the district. All reasonable requests shall be honored. In the event the individuals requesting an opportunity to review the inventory list or MSDS file shall be afforded an opportunity to review the records and files regarding hazardous chemicals used in the district. Individuals requesting copies of materials contained in the inventory or MSDS file shall be provided the copy with the understanding the individual will be expected to pay the usual copying fee charged for the dissemination of such information. Request received by the Business Manager considered to be unreasonable will be forwarded to the Superintendent of Schools. The Superintendent will inform the requesting party of the reason for the denial and the appeal process applicable in this instance. Contract Work

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The Director of Buildings and Grounds will have the responsibility of monitoring contractors engaged by the district to do work on school property or in the school buildings. The Director of Buildings and Grounds is to advise contractors of the chemicals employees of the contractor will be exposed to. The Director of Buildings and Grounds and Business Manager shall prepare an attachment that will accompany all contracts awarded by the district that will identify floor plans and locations of chemicals being used or stored in the area the contractor and contractor’s employees will be working. Procedures shall be developed by the Business Manager and the Director of Buildings and Grounds to provide the district with information from all contractors regarding MSDS sheets for all chemicals used in contracted work. DATE ISSUED: July, 1987 REVISED: October, 2004 Reviewed: May, 2011 LEGAL REF., Iowa Administrative Code 875 – 3.22 OSHA 29 CRF 1910-1200 College Community Schools, Cedar Rapids, Iowa

INABILITY TO REPORT FOR WORK It is very important that you notify SEMS as soon as possible to report your absence. A “Certified Employee’s Statement of Absence Form” must also be completed online. Current, complete and detailed lesson plans are to be left with the principal and/or department coordinator in advance of the absence. When possible, if the absence is for other than illness or emergency, the teacher may discuss with the principal what the lesson plan involves prior to the absence so that any questions regarding procedure can be dealt with accurately and in an adequate manner. When sudden illness or an emergency arises, the teacher should make arrangements to send instruction for the classes or should phone in such instructions, prior to the teaching day by 8:00 a.m.

INDEPENDENT STUDY CLASSES All classes for credit that are to be considered for participation in the graduation ceremony must be started at least 30 days prior to the last day of school for seniors. This includes but is not limited to all classes at Kirkwood Resource Center, Alternative School, Independent Study, etc. Only four credits (one semester) will be allowed as transfer from Kirkwood Resource Center or Independent Study for the purpose of participation in the graduation ceremony.

KEY RELEASE A Key Release Form must be signed at the time room keys and building security cards are issued from the High School Office. This ensures duplicates will not be made and the office has record of keys issued for each individual.

LEARNING SERVICES TEAM (LST) The Learning Services Team (LST) commits to periodic visits to each building in the district. This team is made up of the Superintendent, Director of Learning Services, Director of Technology, Director of

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Student Services, Elementary Curriculum Coordinator. Its purpose is to provide better support services to its partners by:

• Building personal relationships and familiarity so that the building-level partners are

knowledgeable of services available and comfortable when seeking needed support services. • Promoting first-hand observation and sharing about building-level service needs and

opportunities. • Reinforcing that the various buildings and departments are parts of a single system committed to

mutually accepted goals and to working together to achieve those goals

LEAVING CLASS UNATTENDED If teachers need to leave class early or miss class (for a meeting, activity, athletics, staffing) follow this procedure: 1. Contact an administrator and discuss the reason for the absence. 2. Make a plan for the class in your absence. 3. Check in and out in the office.

LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER The Prairie High School Library Media Center features print and electronic resources for student and faculty use. The traditional collection includes 14,000 print volumes and more than 50 magazine titles selected to support the curriculum of PHS as well as to encourage recreational reading. A Growing professional collection is also housed in the library, including reference sources and professional journals. The library also serves as an electronic reference center by providing access to features such as the World Wide Web and several online research databases. A newly updated Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC) is available for electronic searching of the library collection via computers in the library or from remote locations through the internet. Other services provided in the library include a photocopier for student use, areas for group and individual study, and a casual reading room featuring a comfortable atmosphere for recreational use. The facility opens each morning at 8:30 and remains available though the school day. Personnel in the library include a certified library media specialist who collaborates with classroom teachers on training students in effective search strategies. Teachers interested in bringing their classes to the library are asked to speak with a member of the library staff to sign up for a time. A scheduling book is available and we will accommodate as many groups as possible. We also request that teachers sign up for the library time at least one day in advance whenever possible.

MONEY COLLECTING All monies collected from parents/students must be deposited in school accounts. No monies should be held longer than 3 days before depositing in an account.

OFF-CAMPUS EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Hopefully these guidelines will never have to be used. However, accidents and unforeseen events do occur when teachers are supervising students off campus. 1. Use common sense. Render whatever aid is needed for the immediate problem. 2. Call the school first at 848-5340 ext 0 or after hours cell 310-1524 and inform an administrator of the situation. If the student is hospitalized stay with him/her until the parents arrive at the hospital. If you are the only adult on the trip, assign a responsible senior student to monitor the rest of the students while you are with the injured student.

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OPTIONS TEACHERS SHOULD USE TO HELP STUDENTS

If a student is not gaining proficiency on the standards in your class, you have a responsibility as a professional teacher to do everything in your power to provide the necessary assistance to help that student. Because students are unique, each may require a different kind of assistance. Many of these approaches are handled or tried in the structure of the classroom. However, if you believe, as a teacher, that this student needs assistance outside of the structured class time, here are several options you should try: a. Conference with the student - informally in the cafeteria, hall, etc., or formally in your office

during unscheduled time or class time. b. Check with the counselor to obtain appropriate background information on the student. c. Check with other teachers and advisor; how is he/she doing in other classes? d. Call home and arrange a conference. Inform parents of your concern and the situation. e. Schedule the student into an additional class of yours so he/she can monitor the class. f. Structure his/her unscheduled time into the Success Center or your office hours. g. Structure him/her to the you during his/her Enrichment time. h. Arrange with the parents by e-mail or telephone to have him/her stay after school for a one-to-one

help situation. i. Assign another student to tutor him/her during class or during unscheduled time.

OUTSIDE BUSINESS INTERESTS

See Board Policy 400.10

PRINCIPAL'S ADVISORY COMMITTEE The Principal's Advisory Committee meets regularly to discuss general faculty concerns with the administrative staff. Seven members will be elected by peers to serve as on this committee. The purpose of the committee is to provide a means for increasing communications between the administration and the faculty and to seek solutions to common concerns and problems. The administration also uses the committee as a sounding board for proposed and anticipated changes.

PRINT SHOP REQUEST See District Website for information regarding print shop requests.

PRIVATE USE OF SCHOOL EQUIPMENT Refer to Board Policy 400.14 regarding private use of school equipment.

PROFESSIONAL LEAVE PLANNING If you know you are NOT going to be in school due to a planned activity or event (professional leave, athletic event, or any absence other than illness) call a substitute when you are planning the activity AND secure a substitute IN ADVANCE. If you know of the absence in advance and did not secure a substitute, you will not be allowed to attend.

REPORT CARDS AND GRADE BOOKS

Grades are updated each week. Parents can access student grades via the Campus Parent Portal. For weekly progress reports, post under Weekly Grade Report. 4 ½ week and 9 week grades are progress reports to students and parents. 4 ½ and 9 week grades are posted to Parent Portal for students and parents to access. They will not be mailed home. Extra-curricular eligibility is based upon 9 week and semester grades.

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Semester grades are entered on the student's permanent record. Students/parents may appeal a grade by meeting with the teacher and principal as per the appeal process.

REQUISITION OF SUPPLIES *All requisitions for books. equipment, magazines, materials, repairs, etc., must be submitted electronically. Requisitions do not need to be approved by the principal. Requisitions for items concerning school activities should be given to the associate principal/activities director. All orders are to be on requisitions, even those ordered on approval. A small Purchase Order issued by the principal’s secretary must be used for local supplies picked up personally. NO petty cash will be used. Department supplies can be kept in the school store or in your department office areas. Petty cash will not be authorized for purchases made by teachers/staff. The district has charge accounts at most major stores and will accept a Purchase Order. A receipt must be returned to the office when purchase is activated. If you are sending or taking printing or laminating requests to Grant Wood AEA Print Shop, please send the approved requisition and material to our Print Shop for routing to Grant Wood. The high school office then issues a Purchase Order covering the job, and this information and Purchase Order number goes to the Grant Wood Business Office and to our Business Office which facilitates the billing and paying procedures. If time does not allow routing to our Print Shop first, then see the high school office for a Purchase Order number.

SAFETY IN THE WORKPLACE The personal safety and health of each employee of the College Community School District is of primary importance. To the greatest extent possible, the District is committed to providing the safest work environment possible for all employees regardless of job duties. It is the philosophy of the District that all employees shall cooperate in all areas of safety while performing the functions of their position. Only through such cooperation can the District effectively provide a safe working environment for all employees. The District accepts the responsibility for leadership of the safety and well being of all employees, for the effectiveness and improvement of work conditions, and for providing the safeguards necessary to ensure safe working conditions. It is the Administrations responsibility to develop the proper attitudes toward safety for themselves and for those they supervise. Employees are responsible for cooperation in regard to safety in the workplace and to be in compliance with safety rules and guidelines established by the District. The following list of guidelines is meant to be general rules to follow by all employees of the College Community School District. In addition to items mentioned below, workers will follow all guidelines and safety precautions associated specifically with their job duties as outlined by District Handbooks and Manufacturer’s Specifications.

• It is everyone’s responsibility to work in a safe manner and follow all safety guidelines as prescribed in employee manuals.

• All employees shall immediately report unsafe working conditions or practices. • Employees will be provided instructions, manuals, and safe handling procedures for products and

equipment. If this does not occur, employees should request training, and/or, safe handling instructions of all items used in the workplace that they are not familiar with or feel they are not adequately trained to utilize.

• Employees shall practice “proper lifting techniques” when handling heavy objects. Lift with the legs and a straight, upright back.

• Employees shall not handle or operate equipment outside the scope of their normally assigned duties without proper training.

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• Appropriate attire, including footwear, shall be worn at all times depending on the job to be performed and the weather conditions.

• Protective clothing, goggles, gloves, etc. shall be worn when prescribed by the manufacturer. • Ladders or approved step stools shall be utilized to reach high areas. Stepping on desks, chairs,

other furniture or items not meant for this purpose is prohibited. • All employees should work to maintain a clean working environment at all times, free of waste

paper and items that may cause a hazard. • Employees should be familiar with the location of Fire Extinguishers, Defibrillators, and first aid

items in the buildings and locations they are assigned.

SAFETY REGULATIONS See District Certified Staff Handbook safety Regulations and the 02-03 Prairie High School Emergency Plan document.

SCHOOL DAY HOURS High School teachers are expected to attend all special/regular professional meeting before and after school. Academic classes begin at 9:00 and end at 3:45. The school day for teachers is from 7:50 a.m. to 3:50 p.m.

SEMESTER EXAMS Teachers are required to give an end of semester exam. This assessment must be approved in advance by the principal or his designee. Presentations of Learning may be utilized as a semester exam.

SPECIAL USE OF SCHOOL VEHICLES Advance written requests must be made for all student transportation on trips sponsored by school personnel, educational or recreational, inside or outside the school day, whether or not vehicles are owned by the school, and whether they are at school expense or paid for privately. Applications for bus service will be forwarded to the Director of Transportation one week-in advance of trip. The Director of Transportation will notify the Principal when arrangements have been made. The driver and the sponsor of the trip jointly are authorized to discontinue the trip and return to the school when in their judgment continuing the trip would seriously endanger the passengers. BUS RATES FOR SPECIAL USE Contact transportation department for mileage rates and associated costs. They can be contacted at 848-5204 Exception -- Organizations traveling long distance and/or including an overnight stay may qualify for special rates. Each case will be considered individually. Non-school groups need to submit the request via the application form titled - Non-School Group Transportation Request. Any non-qualified group will be charged the established per mile rate from the most current “Annual Transportation Report”. Revised: 7/92 Revised: 8/15/96 Revised: 11/16/98 Reviewed: 4/14/03

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Revised: 4/13/04 Reviewed: 2/20/06

STAFF COMPLAINTS AND GRIEVANCES

See District Certified Staff Handbook staff Complaints and Grievances.

STUDENT & STAFF INJURY AND ILLNESS Even though we attempt to take every precaution to avoid personal injury, we know accidents happen. If an injury occurs, use common sense and then contact the principal and the nurse. Do what is immediately necessary. Contact the parents as soon as possible or instruct the nurse to contact the parents. After the immediate needs are taken care of, an accident report must be completed and filed in the principal's office.

STUDENT REFERRAL PROCEDURES See District Certified Staff Handbook Student Referral Procedures.

STUDY HALL All sophomores and selected juniors and seniors will be assigned to study areas during all unscheduled time. In addition, teachers may also assign students to a study area who are not doing their assignments, failed tests, etc. PHS Study Hall Expectations

• All students will be on time. • Students will bring agendas and study materials to the study hall. • No sleeping, heads on desk, or talking will be permitted without teacher permission. • Students must have a pass from a classroom teacher prior to the beginning of the period in order

to leave to a teacher’s area or computer labs. • Students must sign back in to the study hall prior to the end of the period. • Students must remain seated until the dismissal bell. • Passes will be written only at the discretion of the teacher in charge. • No cell phones, pagers or CD players will be allowed in study hall.

SUBSTITUTE SYSTEM A web based on-line process is in place and instructions will be provided. Contact Sandy Edwards, SEMS 399-6761 with questions.

SUCCESS CENTER The student Success Center is a place of extra opportunity for success for all Prairie High School students. Students who wish to learn, make academic gains, or broaden academic experience will find the center a place offering assistance in a positive, conducive atmosphere.

SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT See District Certified Staff Handbook Supplies and Equipment: Method for Obtaining.

TEXTBOOK FINE

Teachers will: 1. Examine assigned textbooks at the end of each semester to determine if fines should be assessed.

2. Use this guide to determine fines.

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a) Lost book - full replacement cost of book. b) New book - writing or physical damage, i.e., corners bent, pages torn, ink – 50% replacement

cost of book. c) Used text - a minimum fine of 25% of replacement cost for any excessive damage. (teacher

judgment) 3. All checks/cash must be turned into the school store for deposit within 3 days of receipt. 4. A letter to the parent or a comment on the final grade report is recommended to ensure fine is

paid. As with all fines, teachers just use good judgment. During the year teachers should encourage students to treat all books with respect. (Rule #5)

THERMOSTATS See District Certified Handbook Thermostats.

TORNADO  DRILL  SHELTER  ASSIGNMENTS    

There  are  three  primary  areas  designated  for  shelter  in  the  event  of  a  tornado.    They  are  listed  below,  along  with  the  student  groups  and  rooms  who  are  assigned  to  each  area.      1.    Old  wrestling  room  and  P.E.  Locker  room  (if/when  wrestling  room  is  full)  

-­‐all  students  in  the  Band  &  Vocal  Music  and  “D”  Hallway  teachers      2.    Girls  Athletic  Locker  Rooms  and  adjacent  hallway  

-­‐all  students  in  Art,  Industrial  Tech,  Life  Skills,  “B”  Hallway  Teachers,  Cafeteria,  PE      3.    Girls  PE  Locker  room  and  old  weight  room  

-­‐  Study  Hall,  Success  Center,  Library,  Guidance,  “C”  Hallway  Teachers,  and  all  other  areas  not  previously  mentioned.  

 TRAVEL EXPENSES

See District Certified Staff Handbook Travel Expenses: Reimbursement Of.

USE OF COMPUTERS/AREAS Please refer to Board Policy 605.6. All employees are required to sign this form. All teachers have an iBook assigned to them. In addition, computer labs may also be used by teachers. Please check with the computer lab teachers or the media director in advance. When using the labs monitor student use, do not leave students in the lab without supervision, lock the lab when leaving.

UNSCHEDULED TIME Periods during the school day in which a student is not scheduled for a class are referred to as unscheduled time. Students are not permitted to leave the school grounds during unscheduled time or at any other time during school hours without proper authorization and checking out in the office. Students are encouraged to report to a study area during unscheduled time. Students are not permitted to be in the parking lot during unscheduled time, nor are they permitted to walk the halls or congregate or loiter in the halls or restroom during unscheduled time. Frequent student movement from one location to another during unscheduled time will be disturbing to the instructional program. Student movement from one area to another should occur only during passing time.

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“PRAIRIE FIGHT SONG” Come on Hawks, onward go, we will conquer the foe with the team from Prairie High! With our coach and our team, and our spirit that’s keen and our colors flying high! We will fight to the finish—defeat or victory, we’ll give our hearts in F-I-G-H-T! Hey Hawks, let’s fight. Raise that score, hear them cheering for more as we win fame for Prairie High! Whoo Rah! Whoo Rey! Prairie High will lead the way. Come on Hawks, what do you say? We’re goin’ to win today! Equity Statement The College Community School District provides equal education and employment opportunities and will not illegally discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, genetic information, gender, age, national origin, marital status or disability. CCSD shall take affirmative action in recruitment of women and men, minorities and the disabled. Inquiries regarding compliance with equal educational or employment opportunities and/or affirmative action shall be directed to Ying Ying Chen, Equity Coordinator, College Community Schools, 401 76th Avenue SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404. Inquiries may also be directed, in writing, to the Iowa Civil Rights Commission in Des Moines, the Director of the Region VII office of the United States Equal Employment Opportunities Commission, or the Director of the Region VII Office of Civil Rights, United States Department of Education in Kansas City, Mo. June 2011