Lakeview Elementary School Family-School Handbook

2018-2019

District Mission

Lakeview Community Schools: Cultivating Effective Learners.Your Dreams – Our Purpose!

Lakeview Elementary Mission Statement“We share the responsibility with the family and the community for the

continuous physical, emotional, intellectual and social development of each child. We will provide an environment in which all children can learn.”

Learning. Engaging. Succeeding.

9497 Paden RoadLakeview, MI 48850Phone: 989-352-8021

Fax: 989-352-7021Website: www.lakeviewschools.net

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATIONThe Lakeview Community School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, height, weight, religion, or disability in its programs and activities, the following person has been designated to handle inquiries

regarding the non-discrimination policies. Kyle Hamlin, Superintendent, 123 Fifth Street, Lakeview, Michigan 48850 (989) 352-7221 ext. 6001.

Table of ContentsLakeview Community Schools’ Mission Statement …………CoverMission Statement …………CoverLakeview Elementary Address ………....CoverLakeview Elementary Phone & Fax Number …………CoverNotice of Nondiscrimination …………CoverSchool Board Members and Administration Members ………………3Staff Members ………………4Americans with Disabilities Act – Section 504 ………………5Attendance ………………5Bullying Definition ………………5Bullying Prevention ………………6Bus Safety ………………6Cafeteria Safety……………………………………………………….…………………………………… ……...6Curriculum Matters ………………6Discipline ………………7Dressing for School ………………7Drop Off and Pick Up ………………8Emergency Cards ………………8Family and School Partnerships ………………8Electronic Devices………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8Head Lice Policy ………………9Health Matters ………………9Homework ………………9Immunizations ………………9Leaving School: Child Release Policy ……………..10Lost and Found…………………………………………………………………………………………….............10Medication Policy ……………..10Parent/Teacher Conferences ……………..10Pet Policy ............................................................................................................................................................... .10Playground Fun ……………..10Reporting Student Progress ……………..11School Breakfast and Lunch Program ……………..10School Cancellations or Early Dismissals ……………..11School Hours ……………..11School Safety…………………………………………………………………………………………………… .12Severe Weather Procedures ……………..12Sexual Harassment ……………..12State of Michigan Weapons Law ……………..12Student Records ……………..12Textbooks…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..12Title I Programs ……………..13Truancy……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 13Truths ……………..14Volunteers vs. Visitors…..………………………………………………………………………………................14“Weather” or not to Go Outside ……………. 15Electronic Handbook ……………..16

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Welcome to an exciting year of learning for your child!Lakeview Elementary provides education to our district’s youngest learners; our preschool through 3rd grade students. It is a privilege for us to be a part of your child’s educational experience, and our goal is to make it great! All members of our learning community are ready to take part in building your child’s knowledge.

Please feel free to contact any school staff member with questions, concerns, or just to share good news!

School Board MembersEdward Jonaitis PresidentDave England Vice PresidentJeff Kurtze SecretaryJack Jeppesen TreasurerJennifer Schwandt TrusteeLisa Peasley TrusteeAllison Kwiatkowski Trustee

The Lakeview Community School Board of Education holds public meetings on the second Monday of each month. Please call the Superintendent’s office for the time and location of these meetings. The meetings are also posted on the District’s website at www.lakeviewschools.net.

Board of Education policies are also available on-line at the District’s website at www.lakeviewschools.net. Go to Board of Education and click on the policies link. If you do not have internet access, any building secretary can print them for you.

District/Building AdministrationStaff Position Phone Number Email

Kyle Hamlin Superintendent 989-352-7221 ext. 6001 hamlink@lakeviewschools.netDenise Kurtze Administrative Assistant 989-352-7221 ext. 6000 kurtzed@lakeviewschools.netPatricia Root Business Manager 989-352-7221 ext. 6002 roott@lakeviewschools.netDan Kain Facilities Director 989-352-7221 ext. 5001 kaind@lakeviewschools.netCarla Cooper Chartwell’s Dining Services 989-352-7221 ext. 2203 cooperc@lakeviewschools.netJackie Sower Transportation Director 989-352-7221 ext. 4000 sowerj@lakeviewschools.netTom Wilcox High School Principal 989-352-7221 ext. 1001 wilcoxt@lakeviewschools.netCaleb Martz High School AP/Athletics 989-352-7221 ext. 1002 martzc@lakeviewschools.netTim Erspamer Middle School Principal 989-352-7221 ext. 2001 erspamert@lakeviewschools.netKelly Nielsen Elementary Principal 989-352-7221 ext. 3001 nielsenk@lakeviewschools.net

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2018-2019 Lakeview Elementary Staff MembersStaff Position Phone Number Email

Kelly Nielsen Principal 989-352-8021 nielsenk@lakeviewschools.netRechelle Wiater Administrative Assistant 989-352-8021 wiaterr@lakeviewschools.netCarmen Gott Preschool Teacher 989-352-7221 x3102 gottc@lakeviewschools.netMarsha Gregory Cooperatives/ Art Teacher 989-352-7221 x gregorym@lakeviewschools.netKim Tompsett Preschool Teacher 989-352-7221 x3101 tompsett@lakeviewschools.netWendy Bates Kindergarten Teacher 989-352-7221 x3120 batesw@lakeviewschools.netJill Dagley Kindergarten Teacher 989-352-7221 x3121 dagleyj@lakeviewschools.netMiranda Harwood Kindergarten Teacher 989-352-7221 x3103 haroowdm@lakeviewschools.netAshley Houghton Kindergarten Teacher 989-352-7221 x3122 houghtona@lakeviewschools.netChelsey Kellams 1st Grade Teacher 989-352-7221 x3105 kellamsc@lakeviewschools.netClare Naughton 1st Grade Teacher 989-352-7221 x3106 naughtonc@lakeviewschools.netStephanie Nichols 1st Grade Teacher 989-352-7221 x3107 nicholss@lakeviewschools.netChristina Opper 2nd Grade Teacher 989-352-7221 x3110 opperc@lakeviewschools.netAlyssa Witzel 2nd Grade Teacher 989-352-7221- x3109 witzela@lakeviewschools.netKatie Mahar 2nd Grade Teacher 989-352-7221 x3115 mahark@lakeviewschools.netMegan House 3rd Grade Teacher 989-352-7221 x3113 housem@lakeviewschools.netKris Kirshman 3rd Grade Teacher 989-352-7221 x3112 kirshmank@lakeviewschools.netMarney Ryan 3rd Grade Teacher 989-352-7221 x3116 ryanm@lakeviewschools.netKristen Rinehart 3rd Grade Teacher 989-352-7221 x3111 rinehartk@lakeviewschools.netPam Behrenwald Music Teacher 989-352-7221 x3123 beherenwaldp@lakeviewschools.netScot Donley Curriculum Coordinator 989-352-7221 x3104 donelys@lakeviewschools.netAnne Bishop Title 1 Teacher 989-352-7221 x3108 bishopa@lakeviewschools.netSarah Hicks Title 1 Teacher 989-352-7221 x3214 hickss@lakeviewschools.netSarah Johnson Title 1 Teacher 989-352-7221 x3114 johnsons@lakeviewschools.netSusan Maybank Title 1 Teacher 989-352-7221 x3218 maybanks@lakeviewschools.netSusan Pell Speech/ Language Pathologist 989-352-7221 x3124 pells@lakeviewschools.netMichelle Brake Special Education Teacher 989-352-7221 x3118 brakem@lakeviewschools.netKathy Hewitt Social Worker 989-352-7221 x3005 hewittk@lakeviewschools.netLisa Larson Special Education Paraprofessional 989-352-8021 larsonl@lakeviewschools.netHannah Ellison Preschool Paraprofessional 989-352-8021 ellisonh@lakeviewschools.netTasha McKelvey Preschool Paraprofessional 989-352-8021 mckelveyt@lakeviewschools.netTerri Vining C.N.A 989-352-8021 viningt@lakeviewschools.net

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT – SECTION 504 The Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) requires the school to ensure that no individual will be discriminated against on the basis of a disability. This protection applies not just to the student, but to all individuals. Students with disabilities may be served

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within the regular education program with an accommodation plan developed by school staff. Parents who believe their child may have a disability that substantially limits the child’s ability to function properly in school should contact the building principal.ATTENDANCE 2018-19 LES School Improvement Goal strives to reach 100 % on daily attendance. LES will be promoting attendance improvements (reducing absenteeism, tardies and early pick ups).The absent or tardy child misses chances to learn. Regular school attendance is necessary if the student is to get the most out of his/her school experience, no matter his/her age.

If a student is absent, please call the office by 9:00 a.m. on the same day of the absence or send a written excuse the day the student returns to school explaining the reason for the absence.

If a student is absent 10 or more days, excused or unexcused, the school may require a doctor’s note excusing all absences from that point forward.

School is your child’s job. To set a work habit that lasts a lifetime, students are expected to be here on time every day. Intermittent excused absences may occur. Legitimate reasons for a student to be absent from school (excused) include: illness, doctor appointments, religious holidays as verified by parent/guardian, family emergencies and extenuating circumstances as determined by the Elementary Principal. Whenever possible schedule student appointments so they do not conflict with school hours. For illness guidelines, see Health Matters on page 9.

Chronic/multiple tardies or picking your child up early will result in a conversation with the classroom teacher and parent/guardian. If the tardiness/early pick-ups continue, the office will be notified. The principal will contact the parent/guardian. The truancy officer will be notified if the issue is not resolved.

For the safety of all students and staff, it is important to remember that if a child is picked up or dropped off during school

hours, this must be done at the office. All visitors/guests of the building must always sign-in at the office and office personnel will assist in getting the student from/to class.

MICHIGAN LAW requires that whoever has custody or control of any child between ages 6 and 18 (unless the child has already completed high school graduation requirements) shall assure that the child attends public school during the entire school year. Michigan law requires that the student's attendance be continuous and consecutive for the school year fixed by the school district. Failure to follow mandatory attendance laws constitutes truancy. Lakeview Elementary School follows the Montcalm Area Intermediate School District Truancy Policy. The details of this program are outlined on page 13. Please take the time to read the adapted policy as the truancy/educational neglect process starts after only 3 absences.

BULLYING Definition of Bullying: When a student is being victimized or is exposed, repeatedly and over time, to negative actions by one or more other students. A negative action is when someone intentionally inflicts, or attempts to inflict, injury or discomfort upon another. Bullying can take many forms:

Verbal: Includes, but is not limited to, name calling, verbal assaults, teasing, taunting (including nonverbal taunting, such as vulgar or inflammatory gestures), or threatening remarks intended to hurt, intimidate, control, or create fear in another person.

Physical: Includes, but is not limited to, pushing, shoving, slapping, hitting, or any form of unwelcome physical contact meant to intimidate, control, or create fear in another person.

Psychological: Making faces, making demeaning or dirty gestures or sounds. Social: Exclusion, isolation, or rumors which may affect or interfere with an individual’s educational performance by

creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment. Bullying accusations are investigated by school staff. If bullying actions are evident, consequences will be given. Parents of students involved in the incident will be notified by the principal/social worker.

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BULLYING PREVENTION School staff specifically teaches and requires children to interact positively with others.

Throughout the school year modeling, teaching and enforcing rules for safety and getting along with others is practiced. These are reinforced and deepened throughout the school year in each classroom as well as throughout the school.

All students receive classroom instruction on bullying prevention from the school social worker/positive behavior interventionist. It is essential that students understand the roles that can be part of bullying: the bully, the victim and the bystander.

Staff receives ongoing training and support to develop children’s social skills and behaviors of friendliness, cooperation, helpfulness, and the positive resolution of conflict.

School Intervention Assistance and Child Study Teams partner with families to prevent children from experiencing social, emotional, behavioral, or academic difficulties.

Comprehensive school counseling, social work, and special education services are available. Established discipline procedures and follow-ups are in place for the safety and well-being of all students. Classroom teachers, the principal, social worker and/or the positive behavior interventionist work with children to resolve

specific issues. Parents will be notified of such incidences to help reinforce desired behaviors.

BUS SAFETY Please talk to your child about bus safety rules. Children must:

Stay off the road and wait until the bus comes to a complete stop and the door opens. Wait to cross the street 10 feet in front of the bus until the driver signals you that it is safe. Remain seated until the bus has stopped at their destination. Keep hands away from windows. Use an “inside,” quiet voice when visiting with a seatmate so that the driver is not distracted by noise. Visit with people in

other seats later, off the bus. Behave as well as one would in the classroom. Obey the rules of the driver or lose bus privileges. Walk with a grown-up across a parking lot.

Your child’s safety and comfort are top priority. Bus drivers take care by placing younger students in the front of the bus.

You can help by: Making sure your child is aware of the rules (see Bus Handbook). Checking for strings or long parts on his or her possessions (coats, shoes, boots, hats, backpacks, etc.) which could catch on

something. Tuck scarves inside of coats please.

CAFETERIA BEHAVIOR While eating meals in the cafeteria, all students are expected to follow these guidelines:

1. Sit at the assigned table.2. Practice good manners and socialize quietly.3. Remain seated unless there is permission to get up.4. Leave the table and surrounding area clean and orderly.5. Be respectful of others.

CURRICULUM MATTERS Grade level learning expectations are given to families by the classroom teacher. These learning targets and student performance towards these are shared/discussed at parent-teacher conferences, on report cards or at the request of the parent/guardian.

Lakeview Community Schools implements the Common Core Standards into the local curriculum for language arts (reading and writing) and math. The science and social studies curriculum documents will continue to utilize the Grade Level Content Expectations.

Along with the Common Core Standards, the State of Michigan recommends four instructional standards, ways of teaching the curriculum, to maximize student achievement. The aim is to engage students in learning that sparks:

High quality thought (critical thinking) or problem solving;6

In-depth knowledge (rigor); Substantive conversation that leads to more learning (interaction and communication); and Real life applications that make learning meaningful and memorable (relevance)

DISCIPLINEStudents have a right to learn. Teachers have a right to teach. Students who “get along” with others do better academically in school. Lakeview Elementary School has high expectations for student behaviors and promotes the use of Positive Behavior Intervention Supports. All students are expected to BE SAFE, BE RESPECTFUL AND BE RESPONSIBLE.

Parents are informed as soon as possible and involved as partners when the need for student discipline at school occurs.Possible consequences may include:

Time out/away from the situationLoss of the privilege/activityCall or meet with parentPositive behavior planIn school or out of school suspension

Positive DisciplineFocus on the act, not the “actor,” and what the child can do to remedy the current situation or make a better choice in the future. If inappropriate student choices continue and disrupt learning, the student will conference with the principal. Parents will be notified when necessary. Intentional actions that harm others will receive immediate attention from the principal.

Assertive DisciplineZero tolerance for harm to self, others, or property. School is a physically and psychologically safe place. Proactive DisciplineReduce the need for discipline by consciously building a caring community of learners.

Goal: Obtain desired behavior. Expectations for behavior are clear. Voice, model and practice desired behaviors. Consequences are immediate and consistent. Classroom rules and procedures are taught, reviewed and enforced. Consequences are natural or logical rather than unrelated. For example, if an individual writes on a desk or a wall that

same individual washes the desk or the wall. Classroom teachers monitor consequences. If actions are chronic or harmful to self/others, an office referral is completed. The principal/counselor will meet with the student.

Goal: Develop caring, contributing “citizens” through P.A.W.S. (P=prepared, positive, polite, A=act responsibly, attentive, aware, W= work together, S=safety, show respect)

Adults model pro social behaviors: respect for others, courtesy, kindness, etc. Requiring children to take ownership of their difficulties builds personal responsibility and self-esteem. Helping children solve current conflicts equips them to handle future conflicts more independently.

DRESSING FOR SCHOOL Students need clothing that is comfortable, appropriate for the season, and not distracting to learning. Shirts with offensive language or slogans about drugs, alcohol, or sex may not be worn. Shorts or skirts should be mid-thigh length or longer. Midriffs should be covered. No flip flops for recess activities as they do not protect feet. If they are worn, bring other shoes for recess. See Weather or Not! To Go Outside on page 14 for dress code involving weather conditions.

Practical Suggestions! A full-sized backpack with your child’s name on it. Please, for your child’s safety, no scarves or clothing with long strings that can catch in bus doors or playground equipment. An extra pair of socks kept in your child’s backpack in case feet get wet. Easy-to-manage, OK if it gets messy clothing, a few pair of jeans, some darker colored turtlenecks, sweaters, sweatshirts, and

tennis shoes. Find snow pants and boots early before supplies get scarce. Mittens keep hands warmer and are easier to put on than gloves. Slip-on boots for younger students (no strings over which to trip, no buckles or zippers to get stuck) with velcro closures if

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Optional For kindergartners: Velcro shoes so your child can put on his or her shoes without waiting for an adult. To help children

know right from left shoes, mark the inside edge of each shoe differently. Much learning and teaching time is lost switching shoes from wrong to correct feet, picking knots, and retying shoes.

A permanent marker so that you can label every item of your child’s. No toys at school (or in backpacks). They tend to get broken or lost causing unhappiness. At school, children have a wide

range of exciting learning materials from which to choose. Please save toys for home.

These tips should help your child be more independent at school and not get belongings mixed up, which can be very upsetting to children. It also helps us have more quality teaching time with your child. If you have already purchased items or prefer other choices, please know that we are happy to assist children as needed.

DROP OFF AND PICK UP Students may be dropped off to wait in the foyer at 7:40 a.m. Please note this area is not staffed. Interior doors open at 7:50 a.m. Classroom instruction begins at 8:05 a.m. Students arriving late must be signed in by an adult at the office. Dismissal is 3:15 p.m. Students getting picked up should meet their grown-ups outside the building to help alleviate traffic

congestion. Please inform the teacher as you greet your child as she is responsible for their departure. Adults arriving early will be asked to wait for children until the official school dismissal time (3:15 p.m.). This reduces

interruptions/distractions as the teacher is wrapping up learning for the day with students. Office personnel is unable to monitor students after 3:30 p.m. If your child’s end of the day plans change, please call the office by 2:00 p.m. This allows time for messages to be

delivered and for the child to prepare for a change.

ELECTRONIC DEVICESElectronic devices necessary in school will be supplied within the classrooms. Lakeview Community Schools provides electronic devices for all kindergarten through twelfth grade students. A technology handbook is given (electronically or hard copy) to families each year. The “Terms of Agreement” page must be filled out as an indication that rules and guidelines are understood. These forms should then be turned into the school.

Lakeview Elementary School students will participate in digital citizenship lessons to prepare them for the responsibilities related to using technology tools.

The classroom teacher will monitor device usage. If devices are misused, the teacher may restrict or suspend students from using technology for a designated period of time.

Students are asked to provide their own headphones. Stylus pens are optional. Personal electronics, such as cell phones or game/music devices, are not allowed during the school day. Lakeview

Elementary School is not responsible for the loss or destruction of any personal electronic equipment.

EMERGENCY CARDS These cards that parents fill-out are vital. It tells us who to call in case of an emergency, who can pick-up a child, whether or not a child has a chronic condition, and what hospital and doctor to notify if needed. If a condition (like asthma or an allergy, for example) is potentially life-threatening, indicate that on the card and attach an additional, detailed note for your child’s teacher and the office. You should also discuss the situation directly with your child’s teacher and the principal to ensure that we know exactly what to do quickly in an emergency situation. Please be sure to completely fill-out both sides of the card and return it to school the very next school day in your child’s backpack.

FAMILY AND SCHOOL PARTNERSHIPS As your community school, we strive to create an “open door” atmosphere. Parent involvement and support of all kinds are welcomed. We need you, and we are here for you, as well.

The essence of parent involvement includes: parents spending one-on-one time with a child helping him or her with homework? The essence is in the details of daily life. Look for ways to naturally make the most of the time you do have with your family. That said, we still appreciate occasional bakers, party helpers, and other types of volunteers.

Before volunteering, please read page 15 carefully for volunteer procedures. ICHAT screening is required.8

Consult with your child’s classroom teacher for ways you can help or when you just want to visit. She or He is your first and most important contact.

HEAD LICE POLICY When a case of suspected live head lice has been found in your child’s classroom, the parents of all students in that classroom will be notified via a letter and the child will be sent home. This is not a cause for panic. It is however, extremely important for you to check your child’s head. Keep checking every two days until there are no head lice found for ten consecutive days.

The best way to prevent transmission: Teach children not to share combs, brushes, hair ornaments, hats, caps, scarves, headsets, or any other personal headgear. Do not try on other people’s hats (even in department stores). Teach children to hang coats separately – placing hats and scarves inside coat/jacket sleeves. Clean or disinfect shared headgear (i.e. helmets) with Lysol, or rubbing alcohol before being used by others. Conduct regular head checks of your child.

If head lice are found on your child:Check others in the household for signs of head lice or nits. If found complete the following steps on all infested individuals according to the directions on the box as some children may be too young to treat.Use an effective head lice treatment.

Remove nits from the head by combing. This is the most important lice control measure. Complete nit removal is time-consuming, but is critical for successful treatment.

Remove all of the lice and nits from the environment by washing or vacuuming. There is no need to spray pesticides at home. Perform daily head checks and remove nits for three weeks until head lice are gone. Continue to check your child weekly

to detect re-infestation.If you have difficulties treating head lice on your child or you have questions, you may call the school nurse at 989-352-7221, ext 1006, the local health department at 989-831-5237, or your family physician.

HEALTH MATTERS Here is information that will help us serve your child better “in sickness and in health!” All children can learn, except when they are ill. Your child should be kept home and a physician should be consulted when he/she has one or more of the following symptoms. Refer to Attendance on page 5 for information pertaining to student absences.

Fever 100 degrees or higher Chills Diarrhea Severe Sore ThroatPain such as ear or stomach ache Nausea or vomiting Rash Severe coughingRed or watery eyes

Please send an excuse for your child’s absence when he/she returns to school. For those wishing to call or to send an e-mail, the phone number for the administrative assistant, Rechelle Wiater, is 989-352-8021. Ms. Wiater’s e-mail is wiaterr@lakeviewschools.net.

HOMEWORK The purpose of homework is to reinforce class learning and develop a “steady, study habit.” Therefore, encourage your child to work independently at home with assistance from family members as needed. Occasionally, students may have projects or “homework” where greater family participation is beneficial. It is helpful if children have a regular time when homework is to be done. If your child is struggling with his or her work, let the teacher know.

IMMUNIZATIONS The State of Michigan requires that immunizations be current before a child can begin school. We do not want any child to have to start school late. Parents can help by making sure students’ immunizations are up-to-date through their family doctor or the Mid-Michigan District Health Department (989-831-5237). Families choosing to use a waiver must contact the Mid-Michigan District Health Department.

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LEAVING SCHOOL Child Release PolicyWhen a student needs to leave early, a parent or other designated person must go to the office to sign-out the child. All staff takes seriously the fact that families have entrusted their children to us and only releases children to authorized persons through proper procedures. Please do not go to the child’s classroom first. Families are encouraged to use sign-out procedures sparingly. Routine dismissal is 3:15 p.m. See Drop Off and Pick Up on page 7 for rationale.

If a parent or guardian wants someone who is not listed on the emergency card to pick-up the child, the parent must send written permission in advance or with the child that day. Identification cards must be available upon request.

With legal arrangements prohibiting release to a parent, we must have a court order to this effect. Then, if such an attempt occurs, the child will not be released, and the custodial parent or guardian(s) will be contacted. Police may also be called. The guardian or parent with custody is responsible for informing the school of any special circumstances and providing relevant court documents to be kept on file in the school office.

LOST AND FOUND The school has a “Lost and Found” area where items are turned in and may be claimed. All items of clothing, such as coats, sweaters, and caps should be labeled with your name. Any items in the “Lost and Found” that are not claimed by the end of the month will be discarded.

MEDICATION POLICY & MEDICATIONS Children may NOT bring medicines of any kind, over-the counter or prescription, to school. That means no cough drops or other types of lozenges and no syrups. If a child must take a prescription medication during the school day, a parent or other adult family member must bring the medication to the school office in its original container and fill-out a medication form. Regulations require that two staff members double-check the process of dispensing medication. Please call the principal, Kelly Nielsen, if you have any questions or concerns.

PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES Conferences are held a minimum of two times per school year. Sometimes, students are involved in their own conferences, sharing portfolios of their best work, and or demonstrating their learning. Please check the school calendar for conference schedules.

Besides these official chances to visit, teachers and parents stay in touch throughout the year via notes, phone calls, classroom visits, or specially scheduled appointments. Parents are invited to contact the school whenever they have a question or a concern. In addition to conferences; progress reports or report cards will be sent home at the end of each marking period.

PET POLICY Unfortunately, due to children’s health and safety, we are not able to welcome student pets at school.

PLAYGROUND FUN Lakeview Elementary has a beautiful playground that has been purchased through the bond funds in 2014.

Outdoor play provides the chance for children to use their “large muscles,” play freely, and develop social skills as they participate in games, share equipment, and interact with others. Our playground paraprofessionals and classroom teachers help children enjoy outdoor activities safely. There are swings, slides, assorted climbers, and open areas for games.

Teachers and paraprofessionals emphasize “Rules of Thumb” to Keep it Fun. Stay on the playground, which includes the area with play equipment and adjoining fields. Stay away from woods or

anyplace without other people. Keep hands, feet, and equipment off of other people. When climbing, keep at least two limbs on the equipment. For example: two hands or a hand and a foot. To use the slide, climb carefully so that your body stays off the climber in front of you. (An imaginary butterfly or bird

should be able to fly in between the two of you.) Wait at the top until the person in front has gone down and moved away from the bottom. Now it is safe.

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Stay far from swinging swings. Run or throw in open areas where there is enough room. If you want to play with someone or use something (like a swing), tell the person so he or she knows what you want. When you need help, tell one of the grown-ups on the playground. If someone is bothering you say “Stop.” If the person

does not stop, go away from that person to one of the grown-ups on the playground. Play away from equipment with water or mud underneath it. Bring and wear outdoor clothes that keep you dry and

comfortable each day. It is friendly to offer to help someone or suggest a way to play together.

REPORTING STUDENT PROGRESS A formal report on student’s progress in school is sent to parents or guardians at the end of each marking period. In addition, throughout the year, teachers will informally communicate student academic and behavioral progress with families.

SCHOOL BREAKFAST AND LUNCH PROGRAM Lakeview Elementary participates in the National School Lunch Program with lunch available to students at a full pay, reduced rate, or free. Students may also bring lunches from home. Lakeview Elementary also offers FREE breakfast to all students under the Universal Breakfast Program.

Many parents are surprised to learn that much of our funding from the state and federal government is based on the percentage of our families that qualify for free or reduced lunch. So that our school and our kids get full funding for education, we ask that every family submit a form for free and reduced lunch, even if you don’t think you would qualify or use the service if you did qualify. Information on this application is confidential. Classroom teachers will send the application home. Please return it the very next day of school if possible. You will be notified by mail if your family qualified. If you have questions about the form, please call the office or visit the office for help. It is okay to qualify and not take the free and reduced benefit. Just qualifying means more dollars for education at Lakeview Community Schools. Please send lunch or milk money for the entire week on Mondays (or whenever the first day of school is that week) in an envelope or small zip lock bag labeled with your child’s name, building attending, home room teacher, and amount enclosed. Per day prices are:

Breakfast – Free to ALL students under the Universal Breakfast ProgramHot Lunch (includes milk) $2.00 – reduced price $.40.Milk can also be bought separately by students who bring their lunch from home $.40.

Please note if I child’s account shows negative balance exceeding $6.00, he or she will be given a sack lunch rather than the day’s menu choice.

SCHOOL CANCELLATIONS OR EARLY DISMISSALS ARE REPORTED Parents that have turned in their emergency contact information will be notified via the electronic alert system for immediate information regarding school cancellations and early dismissals. Parents may also find information on the radio and television. Please do not call the office so that lines can remain open for vital weather updates or safety instructions.

RadioWBBL – 1340 AM WKLQ – 107.3 FM WLAV – 96.9 FM WTNR – 94.5WHTS – 105.3 WBCT 0 93.7 WBFX – 101.3 FM WOOD – 1300 AM/105.7 FMWSNX – 104.5 WTKG – 1230 AM WMAX – 96.1 FM WGRD – 97.9WLHT – 95.7 WNWZ – 1410 AM WTRV – 100.5 FM

TelevisionWGVU TV 35 WOOD TV 8 WOTV TV 41 WZZM TV 13 WWMT TV 3 WXMI TV 17

SCHOOL HOURS 7:50 a.m. Building Opens

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8:05 a.m. School Instruction Starts3:15 p.m. Dismissal/ Busses are Loaded/Parent Pick-upsSCHOOL SAFETY Our school safety measures are extensive. School staff works diligently to ensure that the emergency plan is current and that all staff members are prepared for all types of contingencies. Please be advised that school administration will work closely with the appropriate local public safety agencies, such as police and fire, to foster a safe school environment.For the safety of students and staff, our school safety plan is reviewed and updated annually. Emergency drills for fire evacuations, tornado, bomb threats, and intruder lock down situations are conducted on a regular basis.

SEVERE WEATHER PROCEDURES Please complete and return the Early Dismissal Plan form that was sent home with this handbook. If school is dismissed early due to weather or other reasons, we will know if your child should go home in the usual way or do something different. If the form is not returned, the teacher must send your child to his or her usual destination. Also, please discuss with your child where he or she is to go in the event that school ends early. During tornado or thunderstorm watches, recesses will be canceled. If during school hours there is a tornado warning, children and staff will take shelter in designated areas of the building. While parents may pick up children during severe weather conditions, please consider that they may be safer in the building or on a bus, than in the family car.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT There is a Michigan law designed to protect students from being bothered by others who would intimidate, touch, or make comments that are sexual in nature. At the elementary level, this would include persistent, unwanted or inappropriate touching, kissing, or threats to do so. See Bullying Prevention on page 6 as sexual harassment incidences will be handled similarly.

STATE OF MICHIGAN SCHOOL WEAPONS LAW Students who bring dangerous objects to school, which could be used as weapons, are subject to expulsion by Michigan law. Expulsion is mandatory for a student who brings a firearm, or knife with a three inch or longer blade. While weapons are more of a concern with older students, make sure that your elementary student leaves all jack knives, hunting weapons, or weapon-like items at home. Parents will be contacted if an incident occurs. Consequences will be discussed and determined. Lakeview Community Schools’ Board Policies pertaining to weapons in school may be viewed on the school website, lakeviewschools.net.

STUDENT RECORDS Your child’s yearly school records, called a CA-60, are kept in a file in the office. The CA-60 contains copies of report cards, yearly height and weight measurements, hearing and vision screen results, the results of any special testing or special education evaluations, a picture of your child each year of school, attendance information, and other information. If your child moves to a school outside of the district, you must fill out a records release form at the new school so that the file can be mailed to the new school.

Under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (Public Law 93-380), “FERPA:” You have the right to review this file within forty-five days of your requesting to view. Those not directly involved in your child’s education may not review the file without your consent. You may file complaints and request changes if information is misleading or inaccurate. Divorced parents have equal access unless there is a court order prohibiting one parent or the other from contact with the

child. All parents’ access to school records ends when the child becomes eighteen years of age.

TEXTBOOKS/LIBRARY BOOKSTextbooks/library books are the property of the school and are loaned to third grade students to use during the school year. Students

are expected to handle books carefully and to keep them in good condition. Students will be required to pay the cost of any textbooks that are lost or damaged. If a book is lost, a replacement book will not be issued until the lost or damaged book has been paid for by the family.

TITLE I PROGRAMSWhat is Title I?Title I is a federally funded program that allows students in need to receive supplemental or additional support in reading, writing, math, science and social studies.

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How are students identified for Title I Services?Classroom teachers assess all students three times a year in reading, writing, and math. Learning targets are set for each assessment period. Students having difficulty mastering the content expectations set for by the State of Michigan, qualify for these supplemental services. Science and social studies concepts are assessed within specific units. Students having difficulty with mastery of skills will qualify for supplemental services for these content areas as well.

Informing ParentsParents will be informed by the classroom teacher when they feel their child would benefit from some supplemental instruction. Once you commit to the program, your child can begin to receive extra academic support.

How long will my child need or receive this support?Student will receive the supplemental support until they can master the content expectations for their grade level in reading, writing, or math. This program can be 1 day up to all year long, for as long as needed.

Where is the Title I Program?The Title I teacher is a certified and highly qualified staff member that is trained to work with students one on one, in a small group, or with a whole classroom. The Title I teacher may assist students in the classroom, in a small group room in the back of the classroom, or in another classroom.

How long is my child with the Title I teacher?Students are usually with the Title I teacher anywhere from 10 to 30 minutes a day per subject.

What programs are offered by the Title I teacher?Students in the Title I program may get a 20-30 minute literacy lesson, a mini-math lesson, computer based instruction, and/or guided reading/writing/math groups. The classroom teacher and the Title I teacher will match the programming with the student’s needs.

Parents Role of Title I StudentsA parent’s role of Title I students is to make sure an adult or older child is spending 5-15 minutes daily reading, writing, or doing math homework with their child. *See School-Home Compact on the back page of the handbook.

Summer SchoolSummer school is the other program that is a Title I program. It is offered to students each year that have not yet mastered the content expectations in the core areas: reading, writing, math, science, or social studies. At the end of the school year, the classroom teachers will assess the students in these areas and make referrals based on those results. Classroom teachers will contact parents if their child could benefit from summer school.

Contact the office for more information on the Title I Services.

TRUANCY POLICY Montcalm County agencies have implemented the following truancy policy to help deal with poor school attendance. Parents can expect the following procedures to occur relating to student absenteeism for students 6 years and older:

3 Unexcused Absences: The school will notify the parents in writing and begin the truancy referral process with the MAISD truancy officer.

8 Unexcused Absences: The school will notify the parents in writing and refer the truancy case to the MAISD truancy officer for follow up. 10 Unexcused Absences: The school will notify the parents in writing and the truancy case to the MAISD truancy officer, who will in turn refer the case to the Montcalm County Prosecuting Attorney for judicial review/action.

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Research has found that truancy patterns start as early as Kindergarten. Students who miss too much school often struggle throughout their academic career.

Michigan State Compulsory School Attendance Laws1. Section 1561 (1) – Except as otherwise provided in this section, every parent, guardian, or other person in this state having

control/charge of a child from age six to the child’s sixteenth birthday shall send that child to a public school during the entire school year. The child’s attendance shall be continuous and consecutive for the school year fixed by the school district in which the child is enrolled.

2. Section 1588 – The Attendance Officer, (Counselor at Lakeview Elementary), after giving formal notice prescribed in Section 1587, shall determine whether the parent or other person in parental relation has complied with the notice. The Attendance Officer shall make a complaint against the parent / other person who fails to comply with the court. The court shall issue a warrant upon the complaint and shall proceed to hear and determine it.

3. Section 1599 – A parent / other person who fails to comply with this part is guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine and/or imprisonment for not less than 2, nor more than 90 days, or both.

4. Section 1586 – If a child is repeatedly absent without a valid excuse or is failing in schoolwork or gives evidence of behavior problems, and attempts to confer with the parent or other person in parental relationship to the child fail, the Attendance Officer may request the parent or other person in parental relationship to attend a meeting to discuss the child’s irregularity in attendance, failing work, or behavior problems with the proper school authorities.

TRUTHS Childhood is a journey not a race.

More than at any other stage, children differ in their rates of learning as they move through the basic stages of brain development. To be “slower” than someone else in learning does not mean one will always be less skilled than the “faster” child. Think back to your child’s toddler years. She or he may have learned to talk, walk, or do something else sooner or later than others. However, your child is likely an able talker (or walker) today. While all grades have children with varying abilities, nowhere is this truer than at the early childhood level. Children of like potential can be at different stages or steps in their development. Teachers meet students at these “steps” and help them climb.

Common Elementary Practices and Beliefs

Accept children “where they are” developmentally and provide activities that best develop their budding abilities.

Make the classroom ready for children rather than requiring the children to be “ready” for the classroom.

Do not overly compare children as it may foster competitive classrooms instead of cooperative ones where more learning occurs.

Expect teachers to celebrate children’s development yet also identify and help with any areas of difficulty.

Expect teachers to provide learning activities which maximize development and learning.

Parents are children’s first and most influential teachers.

The early childhood years are critical for brain development. Teachers literally help children build concepts or “circuits the hardware” of all future learning.

Children reason and learn based on what they can see and touch. Abstract, “all-in-the-head,” adult thinking comes much later, after children have concretely built understandings. Thus, active, hands-on learning is most effective.

Children’s development, physical, emotional, social, and intellectual, is connected and corresponds to brain areas. Another way of describing development is as multiple intelligences which learners possess and teachers cultivate.

Sensitive adults can do a great deal to bring children to their next highest levels of understanding and thinking. How? By structuring learning that gives children needed skills and applications of those skills. The State of Michigan calls for teaching that fosters:

High quality thought, deep knowledge, substantive conversation with knowledgeable adults and peers, and real-life connections.

VOLUNTEERS VERSUS VISITORS

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Lakeview Elementary staff encourages parent volunteers as well as visitors to come to the school to share their child’s learning. There is a difference between a volunteer and a visitor.

Volunteers – People who come to the school to help students and teachers (in the class, on fieldtrips or at parties...). They will be working with not only their children, but other children as well. All volunteers must complete the Criminal History Background Check (I-CHAT) 48 hours prior to volunteering in the classroom or school. This process includes completing the CHBC form at Central Office and providing a current driver’s license and address.

Visitors – people who come to the school to celebrate their own student’s learning (Spring Music Program, Parent-Teacher Conferences…). As they are not working with other children, they will not be required to complete the CHBC.

“WEATHER” OR NOT! TO GO OUTSIDE Unless it is raining or the wind chill is below 5 degrees, children get to play outside. Contrary to popular belief, this is healthier for children than staying inside. On cold but not-too-cold days, when children have a chance to go outside and get “roses in their cheeks,” it shakes mothballs out of young minds as well. Thus, only in special circumstances, explained by a doctor’s note to the office or classroom teacher, should children miss a chance to “be in the great outdoors.”

Once wet or cold weather hits, please be sure your child wears or brings warm clothing, boots, and mittens to school every day even if it seems mild in the morning. By the way, helping children lay-out needed items the night before school reduces next day “I-forgots,” fosters responsibility, and eases the transition to bedtime.

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2018-2019 Lakeview Community Schools Student/Parent Device Handbook

SECTION 1 - IntroductionLakeview Community Schools will provide 21st Century curriculum, instruction, and assessment, with an

emphasis on accountability to academic achievement and instructional excellence. In order to be prepared for a global workplace, our students must be equipped with essential skills such as effective communication, creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking.

We believe that teaching and learning does not end when the final bell rings. Teacher created content will be available and accessible to students online, which necessitates a device that can be used for both consumption and production of content. We believe that devices we have chosen are appropriate for allowing students to become self-directed learners.

SECTION 2 - RationaleAfter thoughtful consideration and investigation, we believe that the devices selected are the best instrument

to give each student access to the technology they will need in their 21st century education. The device serves as a word processor, multimedia production and consumption tool, video editor, e-book reader, camera, and content creator, all at an affordable price. Computer labs will continue to be available when the need arises.

SECTION 3 - What's in the "Box"? K-12 Students will receive a device selected by the district for use on a daily basis. Protective Case Charger and Cable Students will be required to provide their own headphones to use with the device.

SECTION 4 - Included ApplicationsThe device comes with the standard set of preloaded applications. In addition to these, we have included

several paid and free applications that will be used for instruction. Modifying the settings of the district issued device or deleting district issued software applications may result in student discipline and/or the need for reformatting at a cost to the student. District issued software applications (apps) are needed for student learning and should not be deleted.

SECTION 5 - InsuranceWe have provided a sturdy protective case which will be put on each device before they are given to

students. Your child is to keep the device in its school issued case, at all times, so that the risk of damage is minimized. If your child takes good care of the device and leaves it in its protective case, the risk of accidental damage is minimal.Families may opt to pay for an annual insurance policy, which will cost $25 per device, with a family cap of $75. This insurance policy provides our families affordable deductibles in case of accidental damage. The following deductibles apply per device (please note each device is subject to deductible schedule below): 1st Repair– $30 deductible per device paid by parent/guardian /student 2nd Repair –$40 deductible per device paid by parent/guardian/student 3rd Repair – 100% of repair or 100 % of replacement cost Please Note: The insurance/deductible does not cover lost/stolen devices or malicious destruction to the device. You will be responsible for 100% replacement of a lost/stolen device or maliciously destroyed devices.

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It is the parent/guardian/students responsibility to cover the cost of district issued accessories in the event of theft, loss or damage due to intentional or unintentional abuse or misuse. Cost for accessory replacement includes, but is not limited to:

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Device Accessory IPad ChromebookDevice Charger $30 $15Device Cover $30 $15Device Replacement $380 $200

Families that choose NOT to purchase the insurance policy ($25 fee per device with $75 family cap) will be responsible for full replacement costs should any damage occur. Devices not covered by an insurance policy will not be permitted to leave school property.

SECTION 6 - Home UseWe expect that our 1:1 program will help students to learn and maintain good digital habits that will last a

lifetime. Any rules that you have about computer use or Internet access should apply equally to your child's device use. In addition, we encourage you to discuss appropriate uses of technology with your child, and we will discuss approaches to this conversation as part of our device information sessions. A device that goes home must be treated as if it were still in school, and be used appropriately. It is expected that the student bring the device to school with them every day.

SECTION 7 - Handling, Care, and Transport When moving your device carry the device with two hands. Always make sure that the device screen cover is securely attached. Do not leave the device in a hot car or in direct sunlight. Do not leave the device in extremely cold temperatures. Avoid having any sharp objects near the device, and only use a finger or stylus pen to manipulate

the screen. Be careful when transporting the device in a backpack or other bag. The device will come with a district provided Asset Tag sticker. An asset tag is how we keep track of

who has what device. The asset tag sticker must remain on the device. No other stickers or writing should be placed on the device or its cover.

Additionally, the device should stay in the district provided protective case at all times.

SECTION 8 - Power ManagementYour device's battery will last longest if the device is used in room temperature condition. For best battery

results, be sure to go through at least one charge cycle per month (charging the battery to 100% and then running it down to between 5 and 10% of charge). Students will be responsible for having a charged device for class each day.

SECTION 9 - Cleaning the DeviceDO NOT use window cleaners, household cleaners, aerosol sprays, solvents, alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives

to clean your device. Simply wipe the device's screen with a soft, lint-free cloth to remove oil left by your hands. The ability of the screen’s coating to repel oil will diminish over time with normal usage, and rubbing the screen with an abrasive material will further diminish its effect and may scratch your screen.

SECTION 10 - Student Responsibilities

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Use of the device is a privilege. The Lakeview Community School District owns the devices and will loan them to the students as a tool to support their learning experience. Students will be expected to bring the device to school fully charged each day and have them in class just as they would for any other required material.

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Students should notify an administrator if an inappropriate or threatening email or message is received. Never loan your device to someone else. You are responsible for the device at all times. Students will be required to return their device at the end of each school year by a predetermined date.

Students who graduate early, withdraw, are suspended or expelled, or terminate enrollment at LCS for any other reason must return their individual school device on the date of termination. If this is not done, then legal action will be taken to recover the device.

SECTION 11- EmailAll students will be provided with an email address for email and document sharing. Access to the

Gmail account is limited. Student email addresses are restricted to comply with the CIPA Act.

SECTION 12 - Student Activities Strictly Prohibited 1. The use of the device is a privilege, and with that privilege, all users have no expectation of privacy in email,

data on the device or server, network communications, Internet use, video recording, and all other technologies available on or through the device. The School District is the owner of the device and therefore all users understand that their use of the device can and may be strictly monitored electronically or otherwise by School District personnel at any time.

2. Students/users shall not install ANY software on the device, or download any applications, without prior permission of the School District's Technology Department. 3. Use of the device for fraudulent or illegal copying, communication, taking or modification of material in violation

of law is prohibited and will be referred to federal authorities. The illegal use of copyrighted software is prohibited. The School District upholds the copyright laws of the United States as they apply to computer programs or licenses owned or licensed by the School District. Such action is also governed by the School District policy.

4. Users shall not knowingly or intentionally introduce a virus, worm, Trojan horse, rootkit, or engage in any other malicious action affecting the device.

5. Users shall not attempt to obtain any other user's password(s) and shall not read, copy or alter other user's data without their permission. Users shall not intentionally seek information, obtain copies of, or modify files, other data or passwords belonging to other users, or misrepresent other users on the device.

6. Users shall not knowingly or intentionally allow other users to use their identity/password(s) to access School District technology resources and computer systems. All users shall maintain the security and confidentiality of their identity/password(s). Users shall not use a device that has been logged in under another user's name. Users

7. Users shall not utilize the device for purposes other than for School District related business. The device shall not be used for illegal activity, for profit purposes, lobbying, campaigning, advertising, fundraising, transmitting offensive materials, hate mail, mass emailing, discriminating remarks, or obtaining or sending obscene or pornographic material.

8. Users shall not utilize the device to harass or intimidate. 9. Users shall report any problems or malfunctions with the device to the main office within one school day of

detection of the problem. The glass from a broken screen is very sharp and can be dangerous, left uncared for, it can also damage the inner workings of the device.10. The School District may, at any time, make determinations that particular uses of the Internet and Technology Resources are not consistent with the goals or mission of the School District and prohibit such uses.11. The School District in its sole discretion reserves the right to terminate the availability of the device at any time.

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12. The School District reserves the right to:a. Make determinations as to whether specific uses of the device are consistent with its goals, educational

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b. Monitor and keep records of device and Internet use;c. Terminate user's privileges to access and use the device and other School District technology resources

to prevent unauthorized activity.13. Failure to follow the policy, procedures, rules and regulations of the School District may result in termination of the user's privilege to access the device and other School District technology resources. In addition, the user may be subject to other disciplinary or legal action.14. Parents or legal guardians of users, under the age of eighteen, have the right to revoke their student's use of

the device.15. Each user shall be responsible for any and all damages to the device resulting from their deliberate or willful

acts.16. All School District policies and procedures, including the Student Handbook, apply to the use of the device and

Google account.17. Administration has the discretion to prohibit, allow, and otherwise regulate the use of the device during the

school day.18. Each teacher has the discretion to allow and regulate the use by students of their device in the classroom and on

specific projects.19. In the classroom, students may use their device only for the purpose of accessing materials that are relevant to

the classroom curriculum.20. The school's network filters will be applied to the device's connection to the Internet and other Technology

Resources.21. Users are expected to charge their device prior to school and run their device on battery power while at school.22. Users shall maintain their device in silent mode at all times when on school property, unless otherwise

permitted by school staff.23. Users shall not record, transmit or post images or video of a person or persons on campus during school

activities and/or hours, unless provided with written authorization by a teacher or administrator in compliance with School District policies and procedures.

24. Use of the device is prohibited in the following areas/situations:a. Locker roomsb. Bathroomsc. Any private areas used for the purpose of changing clothesd. Any other areas as designated by administration

25. Students shall not use their device to cheat on assignments or tests.26. Users shall not print from their device to School District printers without the prior authorization of school staff.

Disclaimer: The School District will make every effort to provide appropriate technology resources, however, the School District makes no warranties of any kind, whether expressed or implied, for the device or Google account. The School District shall not be responsible for any damages incurred by a user of the device, including loss of data resulting from delays, non-deliveries, mis-deliveries, or service interruptions. In no event shall the School District be liable for any damages (whether direct, indirect, special or consequential) arising out of the use of the device, Google account, accuracy or correctness of information contained therein, or related directly or indirectly to any failure or delay of access to the Internet or other network application.

SECTION 13 - Parent/Guardian ResponsibilitiesTalk to your children about values and the standards that your children should follow on the use of the

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Internet just as you do on the use of all media information sources such as television, telephones, movies, andradio. Check to see that your student's device comes to school fully charged each day. Make sure that the device is used primarily by the student. Parents should monitor all activity on their students device.

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SECTION 14 - School ResponsibilitiesLCS will provide Internet and email access to its students while on school property and provide Internet

filtering at all times. Through the use of Google Apps we will provide cloud-based data storage areas. These will be treated similar to school lockers. LCS reserves the right to review, monitor, and restrict information stored on or transmitted via LCS School District owned equipment and to investigate inappropriate use of resources. LCS will provide staff guidance to aid students in doing research and help ensure student compliance of the acceptable use policy.

Student Device - FAQsShould I put a passcode on my Device? That’s an individual choice. If you do, it’s VERY important to remember the passcode. It’s even more important that if you forget, you don’t try what you think it is multiple times and lock up the device. As long as the Device stays on a wireless network the tech department can clear the passcode lock. If you try several times, and fail, the Device will shut itself off to wireless networks and the Device will have to be reset. You will lose any data that’s on the device at that point.

What if my son/daughter has his/her own Device? The Lakeview Community School District provided Devices will have applications that are based on each grade’s curricular needs so it is best each student uses their district provided Device for learning purposes. However, if your child has his/her own Device they can choose to use them,as long as they are compatible with the current devices being used by their school building.

Do I need to have Wi-Fi at home for the Device to work? No. Many applications do not need Internet access. For those applications that do need Internet access, students will need to wait until they have Internet access to utilize those applications.

Will students get ear buds or head phones with their Device? No, these will need to be purchased by the student if they need one and are looked at as a school supply.

Will there be online textbooks? The District will be evaluating online textbooks as they are available.

What if we go on a trip, can we take the Device? Yes, if you and the teacher are allowing your child to take the Device home, they can take it with them anywhere.

As a parent, do I need to know how to use a Device? No, but we encourage parents to become familiar with this technology.

Will my son/daughter keep the Device over summer? All students will need to turn in their Device at the end of the school year, so that they can be refreshed for the following school year. Each student will receive their same device from year to year, so we recommend that you encourage them to take excellent care of it.

Does my student get to keep their Device if we move away from Lakeview Schools? No. If a student withdraws from Lakeview Schools they must turn in the Device. Any Devices that are kept by students leaving will be treated as a theft and the District will contact the Police Department.

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Will the Device work at home if we don't have Internet? The District's Internet is only available at school. Any applications on the Device that do not need Internet to function will function without wireless Internet when not on school grounds. If a student does not have Internet access when not at school, the teacher can work with that student to provide other means of completing those tasks that are not Device (and Internet) related. The Device is just one of

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the many tools in a teacher’s tool belt and there are many options for students to perform the tasks needed for learning.

Will the district provide Internet access to every student's home? No, the District does not have the means to provide internet access to students homes.

What if a parent does not allow their student to get a Device assigned to them? Devices will be available for check out on a daily basis. Devices will be turned in at the end of each school day.

Will the Devices for students have Internet filtered at home or will parents need to monitor students? The Internet on District provided Devices for students is filtered at home. This means students are blocked at home from the same websites they are blocked from at school. The filtering will help ensure our students continue to use a safe Internet environment anywhere they use their device. That being said, parents should always be vigilant about the digital citizenship of their children.

How do I clean my Device or laptop screen? With a soft cloth. Do not use glass cleaner or any liquid to clean your student’s Device.

What happens if a Device is lost, stolen or damaged? The Devices are quite durable, if cared for properly and kept in the District supplied case it is very unlikely they will become damaged. If loss or damage does occur, please contact the main office in your school. The most common repair is a broken screen, which costs approximately $168 for an IPad repair and $60 for the Chromebook repair. A full replacement of an IPad (including case) is $410. Replacement cost for a Chromebook (including case) is approximately $215. You will be responsible for 100% of replacement costs for a lost/stolen or maliciously destroyed device.

For Device breakage, the plan is as follows: Report breakage to your teacher immediately, glass shards from a broken screen can be very dangerous, and

left broken can damage more than just the screen.If you choose the optional $25 per year insurance...

Fill out repair form, located in your school’s main office, and turn in the form with the Device into your school office. You will be notified of the amount due, and should send the payment into your child’s school office.

The insurance covers 2 instances of breakage per year. After a 3rd incident the entire repair cost will fall upon the family.

If you decline the optional $25 per year insurance... Fill out repair form, located in your school’s main offices, and turn in the form with the Device into your

school office. You will be notified of the amount due, and should send the payment into your child’s school office.

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*Parents may opt out of allowing their child to take the Device home. Students will still be required complete all their school assignments.

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ACCIDENTAL DAMAGE COVERED UNDER THE INSURANCE PLAN: Damage from liquid spills, power surges, drops, falls, collisions, theft (police report required), vandalism, flood, fire, smoke, wind, and earthquake to all parts of the Device including the screen and batteries.

Items NOT COVERED UNDER THE INSURANCE PLAN: Usage, wear and tear, loss and negligence which is a failure to exercise or an absence of such care and diligence as a person of ordinary care, precaution, and diligence would exercise under the same or similar circumstances: for example, carelessly dropping the Device. Intentional abuse is also not covered: for example, throwing the Device.

Replacement Cost is defined as the cost the district will pay to purchase new Device to replace the damaged Device.

Can the system handle heavy Internet traffic? Our internal networks are very robust and can handle thedevice traffic. Our Internet connection is large enough for all of our devices to be on the Internet and we do not expect to experience any issues. Staff will always have a backup plan as with anything, but we do not expect any down times for our Internetaccess.

COPPA AND VERIFIABLE PARENTAL CONSENT(CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 13)

In order for Lakeview Community Schools to continue to be able to provide your student with the most effective web-based tools and applications for learning, we need to abide by federal regulations that require a parental signature as outlined below.

Lakeview Community Schools utilizes several computer software applications and web-based services, operated not by Lakeview Community Schools but by third parties. These include Google Apps, Apple ID, Edmodo, Schoology, and similar educational programs.

In order for our students to use these programs and services, certain personal identifying information, generally the student’s name and email address must be provided to the web site operator. Under federal law, these websites must provide parental notification and obtain parental consent before collecting personal information from children under the age of 13.

The law permits schools such as Lakeview Community Schools to consent to the collection of personal information on behalf of all of its students, thereby eliminating the need for individual parental consent given directly to the web site operator.

This form will constitute consent for Lakeview Community Schools to provide personal identifying information for your child consisting of first name, last name, email address and username to the following web-operators: Google, Apple, Edmodo, Schoology, and to the operators of any additional web-based educational programs and services which LCS may add during the academic year.

Please be advised that without receipt of this signed form, your device authorization will not be considered complete as Lakeview Community Schools will be unable to provide your student (s) with the resources, teaching and curriculum offered by our technology initiative.

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Lakeview Elementary School 2018-2019Family School Handbook Verification

Students Name _________________________________ Date______________________

A parent or guardian has read the handbook and will ask the teacher or principal if there are any questions or concerns about its contents. To help keep school a healthy, safe and joyful place of learning for all, our family plans to follow the handbook guidelines.

________________________________________________________________Parent or Guardian Signature(s)

School is my special place. I already know a lot about how to be safe and friendly so that school is fun and full of playful learning! For example, I can…

walk in class and the halls so that no one, including myself, falls down or gets bumped;

hang-on with both hands when using the swings, climber or slides;

stay with my school grown-up s and only go places that my teacher or other school grown-ups take me;

use words to tell others what I need or want so that they know and can help me;

call others by their names because a name is special and tells who you’re talking to;

practice sharing so that everyone gets a turn;

help others when my teacher or other school grown-ups say it is all right and safe to do so;

remember that my school grown-ups care about me and are here to help me have fun at school and learn how to do a lot of things that big kids do; and

stay seated on the bus (or in the car), enjoying a book or quietly talking with my seatmate, so that the driver can drive me to where I need to go.

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__________________________________________________________________________Student Signature or Pretend Signature

Photo Permission Form

Dear Parents:As you know, Lakeview Community School is proud of all of our district’s students. Occasionally there is opportunity to showcase their progress and achievements through various media including, but limited to, newsletters, the Lakeview Link, building papers, local newspaper, and our webpage.

By signing this form, you give Lakeview Community Schools permission to use your child’s directory information as well as any photographs. (The Board designates as student "directory information": a student's name; address; date and place of birth; major field of study; participation in officially recognized activities and sports, if a member of an athletic team; dates of attendance; date of graduation; awards received; or any other information which would not generally be considered harmful or an invasion of privacy, if disclosed).

The Lakeview Community Schools will not use your child’s information or photographs for any commercial purposes or sell the information to be used for a commercial purpose.

Your signed permission will remain in effect throughout your child’s education K-12. At any time, you are welcome to change your signed permission form by contacting the school.

____________________________________________________________________ Name of Student and Grade

Parent or Guardian Signature(s) Date

Parent Email for Lakeview Elementary List Serv

As a parent, I would like to be included on the Lakeview Elementary Parent List Serv so that I will get the most current information in a timely manner from the building principal.

My email address is:________________________________________________________ Please Print

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____________________________________________________________________ Parent or Guardian Signature(s)

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Home/School Compact 2018-19To share with parents at Open House and Parent Teachers Conferences.

As a Teacher I will: Provide high quality learning experiences in my classroom. Maintain high behavioral and academic expectations for all children. Choose the most effective strategies, techniques and materials for the student. Encourage parental involvement in their child’s education. Communicate with Title I and Special Education staff about the student’s academic progress. Demonstrate by word and personal example self discipline and respect for law. Other, please explain:

Teacher’s Signature:________________________________________________________________________________________

As a Parent/Guardian I will: Talk to my child about her/his school activities every day. Assist my child with her/his homework assignments. Read to my child and have my child read to me as often as possible. Share with my child the importance of math as often as possible. Attend as many parent involvement events as possible. Be a positive role model to my child. Make certain my child’s attendance at school is regular and punctual, and all absences are properly excused. Make certain my child comes to school prepared for learning. Other, please explain:

Parent’s Signature:___________________________________________________________________________________________

As a Student I will: Attend school everyday unless I am sick. Do my best at completing assigned work. Ask my teacher questions when I don’t understand something. Read to someone each night. Treat others as I like to be treated. Come to class prepared to learn. Not interfere with another person’s right to learn. Respect staff, other students, property and norms. Other, please explain:

Student’s Signature:__________________________________________________________________________________________

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WALKING FIELDTRIP FORM

As part of the core curriculum learning experience for all children at Lakeview Elementary School, teachers often take students outside on walking fieldtrips. We would like to have your permission to allow your child’s teacher to take your child on walking fieldtrips in the area this year.

In the event of a fieldtrip in which transportation is necessary; parents will be notified in writing prior to that event. Any parent wishing to volunteer to assist the classroom teacher on a fieldtrip will need to complete the Criminal History Background Check as noted on page 14 of this handbook.

Please sign the permission statement below and return this form to your child’s teacher.

I give permission to my child’s classroom teacher to allow my child to participate in walking fieldtrips with the class during the 2018-2019 school year.

Student Name:______________________________________________ Grade: _______________________

Parent/Guardian Signature:__________________________________ Date:_________________________

2018/2019What is Your Plan for Early Dismissals?

Child’s Name: ____________________________ Teacher: _____________________________

Please discuss with your child what he or she is to do when school dismisses early or unexpectedly then write your child’s plan here so that the teacher can best help:

_____ Leave school in the usual way which is…

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____ Do something different than the usual routine which is…

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Parent Signature: ____________________________

Parent Location during the School Day: ___________________________________

Parent Phone Number w/ Area Code at this Location: _______________________

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