Mammoth Heights Elementary 9500 Stonegate Parkway

Parker, CO 80134 303.387.8925

Attendance Line: 303.387.8927 “just the facts...”

OUR MISSION...

The Mission of the Douglas County School District is to provide an educational foundation that allows each student to reach his or her individual potential.

In order to accomplish this, we will… • Cherish and nurture the unique qualities of all children

• Foster compassion and respect • Inspire children to dream of the possible and strive for the extraordinary

by Forming a partnership among parents, staff, students and community.

DREAM! STRIVE! BECOME! ABSENCES / ATTENDANCE Parents are to leave a message on the 24 hour attendance line, 303.387.8927 to report the absence of their child. Parents should leave the following information: Parent’s name, child’s name, teacher, date(s) of absence and reason for absence. Children absent from school for five days or more, for reasons other than illness or a family emergency, need to receive prior approval from the principal in order for it to be considered an excused absence (see Homework Policy for requesting homework when absent). Parents are encouraged to schedule vacation and/or doctor’s appointments during school breaks. There is a significant, negative impact on a child’s education when he/she misses school or is chronically tardy. BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS One of the keys to a positive school experience is a discipline structure, which promotes the development of responsible behavior. The emphasis at Mammoth Heights Elementary is on maintaining an atmosphere, which is conducive to learning, working, achieving and developing basic moral values. The following “lifelong guidelines” are developed in all students and supported by all school personnel:

Trustworthiness No Put-Downs Truthfulness Personal Best Active Listening

When a student does not exhibit behaviors that demonstrate respect and responsibility, appropriate consequences will be provided. Depending on the nature, seriousness, and/or frequency of the problem, appropriate action will be taken. This may include: apologizing, missing a recess, correcting a mistake, staying after school, replacing broken or stolen property, being silent for a time, losing use of equipment, community service, parent conference/contact and in or out-of-school suspensions. While the staff prefers to focus on the positive, it is important to know that certain behaviors will not be tolerated and will be met with strong consequences. These behaviors include: inappropriate language or obscene gestures, harassment of any kind, intentional damage to property, disrespect to adults, possession of a weapon, tobacco or drugs and intentional injury. When school values or rules are not followed, the student may be referred to the office. The sequence of the consequences include: 1st Referral: Consultation with an administrator 2nd Referral: Parents contacted; a logical consequence is administered 3rd Referral: Parents contacted; child is placed in a half-day in-school

suspension 4th Referral: Full day in-school suspension; conference with parents to

develop behavior plan 5th Referral: Out-of-school suspension (according to District policy) For more detailed information on policies regarding student conduct and discipline, see the Douglas County School District Code of Conduct and Discipline Handbook on the Douglas County Website: www.dcsdk12.org. BICYCLE (NO ROLLERBLADES OR SKATEBOARDS) It is the responsibility of the parent to determine whether or not their child can safely ride a bicycle to and from school. Bicycles must be walked on school property at all times. Locking the bicycle in the bike racks provided is the responsibility of the student. Students must obey all safety/traffic rules when riding to and from school. Students should always wear a helmet when riding a bicycle. Due to safety and storage issues, skateboards, scooters or rollerblades are NOT to be ridden to school. Furthermore, the school does not allow skateboarding on the property at any time.

BIRTHDAYS AND CLASSROOM PARTIES To maximize instructional time, birthday celebrations will be held during the last 20 minutes of the school days (3:10 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.). Invitations to private birthday parties are NOT to be distributed at school, unless all members of the student’s class are being invited. By law and district policy, we are unable to provide parents with names, addresses, or phone numbers of our students. However, parents may use the published student directory. There are four parties scheduled for the year, which last approximately 50 minutes each. Halloween and Valentines parties are “breakfast parties” scheduled during the first hour of the school day (specific guidelines for Halloween costuming will be sent prior to the actual day of the party); winter and end-of-year parties will be scheduled for the last hour of the day whenever possible. It is recommended that party treats be balanced and nutritious with limited “sweets.” BOOK FEES/SCHOOL SUPPLIES The District requires a $10.00 book and materials fee and a $25.00 technology fee per child to be collected by all elementary schools. This money assists in purchasing textbooks and instructional materials for each classroom. Students are expected to provide basic supplies. Supply lists for each grade level are available one the school website or in the school office. BUSES Routes and bus stops can be obtained from the school office. Transportation is typically provided for students who live one mile or more from school. Students riding the bus are given a copy of the bus rules at the beginning of the school year. It is recommended that students be at the bus stop 5 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time. Occasionally, a school bus may run late, students are asked to wait at the stop for at least 15 minutes after the scheduled departure time. When this occurs, call the Transportation Dispatch office at 303.387.0571 for more information on your child’s bus. Parents should have an alternative plan in place when the bus is more than 15 minutes behind schedule. Whenever possible, it is always best if an adult can accompany their elementary child to the bus stop and wait with them until the school bus arrives.

Bus fees will begin from the first day of the 2012 – 2013 school year. An application must be completed yearly and returned to Douglas County School District Transportation Department (2808 N. US Hwy 85, Bldg. B, Castle Rock, CO 80109) if you want transportation to be provided for your child/children. Upon receipt of a completed application, a ZPASS card and instructions will be mailed to families requesting transportation services. The first ZPASS card is issued at no cost and any additional cards, including lost or stolen cards, will be replaced for a fee of $5.00 each. Elementary students must have the ZPASS card securely attached to their backpack, either on the inside or outside of the backpacks. If you have any questions regarding the bus or the schedule, you may call transportation at 303.387.0572 or log on to the District’s web site at: http://www.dcsd.k12.co.us/district/transportation/busroutes/page1.html BUS PASSES If your child is planning to ride the bus home with a friend, he/she will need to have a bus pass to do so. Both children involved are required to bring a note to the office giving parental permission. At that time, the office staff will fill out a bus pass that your child will give to the bus driver. If you have any questions concerning this procedure, please call the office at 303.387.8925. All students riding a bus must have a ZPASS card. For more information, contact transportation at 303.387.0447.

CELL PHONES AND ELECTRONICS

1. Bringing a cell phone to school is discouraged. If a parent decides a cell phone is necessary for safety reasons, the phone must remain in the student’s backpack during school hours and must remain off.

2. Use of electronics (CD players, PSPs, MP3 players, IPods, etc.) is not allowed during the school day (this includes indoor recesses). With special permission from daycare staff and/or bus driver, electronics may be used. Once the school day begins, electronics must remain in the student’s backpack.

3. A violation of this rule will result in the cell phone and/or electronic device being taken away until a parent can pick it up from school.

4. Both student and parent understand the school will not be responsible for any stolen or damaged electronics if the child makes the choice to bring them to school.

CHECKS WRITTEN TO THE SCHOOL Due to the number of checks that students deliver to the school on a daily basis, please write separate checks in the following manner:

1. Checks for lunch: write on the check the student’s name and his/her account number.

2. All other checks: write on the check the student’s name and the purpose of the check (i.e. field trip, after school enrichment, party money, book fees, etc.). To insure proper processing, all checks sent to the school should be in an envelope with the student’s name on the outside of the envelope and the purpose for the check.

CHILD CARE - BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL (B.A.S.E.) / KINDERGARTEN EXTENDED DAY (K.E.D) / INTERSESSION An on-site before and after school child care program is provided at Mammoth Heights from 6:30 a.m. - 6:15 p.m. This program provides recreational activities, arts, and crafts. A Kindergarten Extended Day program (K.E.D.) is for kindergarten-age students. Intersession is for all grades and runs during school breaks. For more information please contact Kim Coquet, the Director, at kim.coquet@dcsdk12.org or 303.501.4928. CLASSROOM/SCHOOL VISITS We welcome you to visit our classrooms at any time during the school year. We do request that you give the teacher the courtesy of advance notice. Please remember to sign in at the office before you go to the classroom. In order to maintain an uninterrupted learning environment for students, other guests (i.e. preschoolers, cousins, out-of-town friends, etc.) may join a student for lunch only with adult supervision. COMMUNICATION WITH TEACHERS Parents can usually contact their child’s teacher by phone before or after school. In order to insure a quality conversation, parents should always schedule an appointment if requesting a conference at school. E-mail is also encouraged as an effective and efficient means for communication. E-mail addresses for teachers are in the following format: first name.last name@dcsdk12.org. Unless it is an emergency, teachers will not be interrupted during class time to take a phone call. In order to ensure that

concerns are resolved respectfully and equitably, parents are expected to maintain communication with their child’s teacher. Only after all attempts have been made to resolve a concern with the teacher, will an administrator assist in the resolution. CONTENT STANDARDS/COLORADO ACADEMIC STANDARDS A content standard is a statement that describes what a student should know and be able to do in a specific subject. Teachers assess each child’s performance based on the progress he/she is making toward each standard. These standards are the basis for students’ report cards. DRESS CODE The dress and grooming code is established to teach grooming and hygiene, promote a positive self-concept, instill discipline, avoid safety hazards, prevent disruption, and teach respect. Modesty, cleanliness, neatness and appropriateness are the standards that should be observed by all students in their personal dress and grooming. Students are expected to wear clothes that would be considered appropriate for school. Keeping in mind the standards as stated above, each student is expected to dress in an appropriate manner and follow these basic guidelines: Hair Hair should be clean and neatly groomed. Extreme styles (i.e. hair dyed orange or blue) that might disrupt normal school procedures will not be allowed. Hats, cap or other headwear (i.e. visors, bandannas, etc.) are only to be worn outside and not worn in the building and/or classroom. Shirts No see-through or mesh clothing should be worn. No halter tops, muscle shirts, tube tops, strapless tops, spaghetti strap tops, or any other clothing which might reveal a large portion of the body (tank top-type shirts should have straps at least 2 – 3 fingers wide). Bare midriffs are not allowed. No extremely low cut blouses or shirts will be worn. Clothing that contains pictures, emblems, or writings that are suggestive, lewd, offensive, vulgar, or obscene or that advertise or depict tobacco products, alcoholic beverages, drugs, or any other substance are prohibited under district policy.

Shorts and Pants Students are permitted to wear shorts, excluding any extremely short or tight fitting shorts (fingertip length for shorts, skirts, etc.). Shirts should not extend below shorts. Shorts must be worn under short skirts and dresses. Sagged, baggy or oversized pants and tops (shirts, blouses, jerseys, etc.) will not be allowed. When bending over, pants should not expose skin or backside. Persistent violation by any student may require that his/her top be tucked-in and that a belt be worn. Shoes No shoe taps, flip-flops, spiked high heels, open toed sandals or bare feet are allowed. Miscellaneous Wallet chains, watch chains, or chains of any kind are prohibited. Earrings/ear jewelry worn on the ears are permitted. Other attached body jewelry such as nose studs, nose rings, eyebrow rings or any other attached body jewelry items are not allowed. Clothing associated with gangs is prohibited. Clothing which promotes racism is prohibited. There will be “special days” when students can wear special dress. These will be designated by the principal (i.e. “Hat Day”). Violation of Dress Code If the principal determines that student’s grooming violates the dress code or presents a safety concern, the student shall be given an opportunity to correct the problem at school or parents will be contacted to take the student home. If not corrected, the student shall be assigned to in-school suspension for the remainder of the day or until a parent or designee brings an acceptable change of clothing to the school. Repeated offenses may result in more serious disciplinary action. Appropriate discipline procedures shall be followed in all cases. One simple guideline that students should follow is that if there is any question as to whether the apparel would be acceptable, it should NOT be worn to school. Each year there are a few things, including some “fads”, that appears at school. These are not listed nor do these regulations cover all problems that may arise. When any “fad” gets started and potentially creates a disruption to the learning environment, school administrators will immediately take steps to eliminate the disruption.

FIELD TRIP/BUS FEES It is required that a fee be collected from each student before each field trip to cover transportation expenses. An additional fee may be necessary to cover extra costs, such as admission to an event. FINES AND REPLACEMENT COSTS Students are assigned instructional resources such as math reference books, templates, calculators, and other textbooks. If a resource assigned to a student is lost or damaged, the cost to replace this resource will be requested of the student and parents. Student Elementary Progress Reports (EPRs) and permanent records (if transferring to a different school) are held until all fines and/or replacement costs are paid in full. This includes missing library books and overdrawn lunch accounts. HOMEWORK/GUIDELINES Homework is assigned primarily to develop each child’s responsibility and to reinforce the home-school connection. Typically, every student may have some type of homework on a daily basis, Monday through Thursday. Homework tasks generally fall into one of the following descriptors:

1. Reinforcing skills learned in class 2. Practicing basic skills such as reading, word study, writing and

memorizing basic facts 3. Doing activities that encourage family involvement 4. Completing research projects or long-range assignments 5. Working on assignments missed due to illness

In order to reinforce homework as an experience that develops the child’s responsibility, the following guidelines are provided: 1) Students in grades 3 - 6 will be expected to use an assignment book (Daily Planner) that should go home on a daily basis. 2) Some assignments will specifically state if parent involvement is required. Otherwise, it should be assumed that the child could complete the task without parent assistance. 3) Unless prior arrangements are made with a student’s parent, homework will not be assigned during the weekend, family vacations or during school breaks. If a child is absent from school, homework will be provided ONLY

if the child’s absence is due to illness. In these instances, the parent should consult with the teacher about when make-up work will be available and when it is to be completed. 4) Completion of homework will be reflected on the progress report in subject area assessment and “Work Habits and Study Skills.” Homework will not be counted more than 10% of the overall Elementary Progress Report (EPR) grade. 5) In some classes, all homework for the week will be sent home with students on one day. In these cases, parents are encouraged to work with the child in coming up with a plan for pacing the assignments on a daily basis. 6) The amount of homework and the time a child should spend on daily homework will vary and may be differentiated according to the needs of the child. Parents are encouraged to contact the teacher if the child is consistently exceeding the following amount of time when completing homework assignments:

• Kindergarten Homework (approximately 5 - 10 minutes daily) • 1st grade (approximately 10 minutes daily) • 2nd grade (approximately 20 minutes daily) • 3rd grade (approximately 30 minutes daily) • 4th grade (approximately 40 minutes daily) • 5th grade (approximately 50 minutes daily) • 6th grade (approximately 60 minutes daily)

There may be an occasion when a child exceeds the above times to complete classroom work at home that was not completed during class time. Parents are encouraged to contact the teacher if a child is consistently completing schoolwork at home that was to be completed during the school day. The parent is also encouraged to contact the child’s teacher if homework assignments are not coming home. LATE ARRIVALS Children who arrive after the starting time (8:40 a.m.) must check in with the school office before going to class. The student will be given a late pass to take to the teacher. If your child arrives later than 8:45, a parent needs to come into the school to sign the student in. LEAVING SCHOOL EARLY Anyone picking up a child before the end of the school day must check the child out from the school office. The child will then be called to the office

upon the parent’s arrival. If anyone other than the parent or guardian is to pick up a child from school, prior arrangements must be made through the school office; otherwise, only those individuals listed as an emergency contact are allowed to sign out a child from school. Anyone checking a child out of school early is expected to come into the school and show proper identification at the office. LOST AND FOUND Please be sure that all of your child’s personal items (coats, gloves, backpacks, etc.) are clearly marked for identification. A “lost and found” barrel is located near the cafeteria, which can be checked at anytime. Items that are unclaimed for over a three-week period are donated to charity. Small items such as glasses, jewelry, keys, etc. are kept in the school office. LUNCH MENUS Lunch menus will no longer be sent home. A monthly menu is available at www.dcsdk12.org. Click on the link “Lunch Menu” located halfway down on the left side of the webpage. LUNCH PAYMENT WEBSITE Nutrition Services has replaced it’s online payment website. Please go to: www.schoolpaymentsolutions.com to sign up.

Benefits to you are: • Zero cost to use

• Payments by eCheck are available • Auto notify on low balances

It takes just a few minutes to set up your account on the new website. For help, please call Barb at 303.387.0344. LUNCH PROGRAM The following are prices for school lunch items: Student Lunch w/ milk $2.50 Adult Lunch $3.00 Second Entree $1.50 Adult Lunch w/milk $3.35 Reduced Lunch $ .40 Pizza-by-the Slice $1.50 Single Milk $ .35 Any amount of money can be deposited in a child’s lunch account. Each

time the child goes through the lunch line, this account is automatically debited. Charging lunch is discouraged. After two charges, if the account is not paid in full, the student will receive an alternate lunch consisting of fruits, vegetables and milk. A maximum of three alternative lunches will be allowed. There will be a reminder note sent home with the child informing that the account needs to be addressed. Your child may qualify for free or reduced price meals. A Free and Reduced Price School Meal Application can be picked up in the front office. For more information or questions, please call 303.387.0314. For questions about accounts, contact the Marcia Metzler at 303.387.8947 or access the “Lunch Payment Website” (see below). MEDICATION Only medication prescribed by a doctor can be administered to children. It must be taken to the office in its original container along with a liability form completed and signed by the child’s physician. Tylenol can be administered by the school office with a signed release form and only if the child is not running a fever. Whenever a child is running a fever, of 100 degrees or more, parents are contacted and expected to pick up the child as soon as possible. NEWSLETTERS The PTO monthly newsletters is located on the following website: http://schools.dcsdk12.org/e42.

Any news from school will be sent in an email blast on Thursdays. This same information will also be located on the school website. OFFICE HOURS The school office will be open from 8:15 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on regular days. These times may be adjusted on days that are not on a regular schedule, such as weather-impacted days or staff meetings.

PARENT INVOLVEMENT OPPORTUNITIES Parent volunteers are always needed in our school. Volunteers may work in the classroom with small groups of students or perform clerical tasks at school or home. Volunteers also help in the library, workroom or with special events such as field trips. Please contact our Parent Volunteer Coordinator, Jane Gagliardi, at 303.387.8928 to discuss which opportunity you would be interested in. The Mammoth Heights Elementary Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a local self-governing unit whose main purpose is to promote the welfare of children and youth in the home, school and community. General PTO Meetings are held once a month. The PTO Board meets monthly. For more information about PTO contact Jennifer Mores at 720.475.1051. The School Advisory Council (S.A.C.) is comprised of parent representatives who assist in defining Mammoth Heights' goals and developing school improvement plans. This council is a branch of the overall school governance which reviews the school program and assists in making decisions which benefit children. The S.A.C. meets monthly. If you are interested in serving in this capacity, please write a letter of interest to Shanna Martin, Principal. PARENT PORTAL Parent Portal allows parents to view their child’s school records at anytime. Student’s Elementary Progress Reports (EPRs) will also be viewed through Parent Portal. As a parent or legal guardian, you will be able to see attendance data, cafeteria balances, health (immunizations) and our school calendar. If you have not signed up, please drop by the office with proper identification (driver’s license) and fill out a Parent Portal Access and Use Form. If you have already signed up at the middle or high school level, you currently have access to this program.

PARKING POLICY AND STUDENT DROP OFF AREA To ensure the safety of our students, staff and visitors, please adhere to the following guidelines:

1. If leaving your car to walk with your child, ALWAYS park in a legal zone. Parent parking is located in the west parking area. Parking in this area will allow you to safely walk to the school without crossing

in the student drop off lane. 2. Student Drop Off Lane: Parents using this area must drop their child

off along the curb. This area is two lanes wide so that parents can stop along the curb and then pull out into the left lane when exiting. Students should only exit the car on the passenger side. Parents using this area should always drive as far forward in the lane as possible before stopping. When picking students up in this area, parents SHOULD NOT double park OR leave the car unattended. Again, students should only enter the car on the passenger side from the curb.

3. A separate bus loop on the east side of the school is provided for buses and daycare vans only. Under no circumstances may parents park in this area.

4. Parents are encouraged to use alternate locations for meeting their child (i.e. at the adjacent pool areas or church parking lot)

PERSONAL PROPERTY Personal objects of value are to be brought to school only during special occasions when a teacher has given permission. The school provides playground equipment. Toys, skateboards, scooters, rollerblades, and any type of electronic games are not permitted at school. We cannot be responsible for any loss or damage to students’ personal property.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The recitation of the Pledge is initiated through our public address system on a daily basis. Any student who objects on religious grounds, or whom a parent has provided a written objection, may be excused. REPORT CARDS Student Elementary Progress Reports (EPRs) will be posted electronically in Parent Portal twice a year on January 11, 2012 and June 6th, 2013. EPRs need to be viewed and/or printed prior to June 30, 2013. Two formal Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled during the school year. A parent may request a conference at any time with the homeroom teacher or other teachers who work with their child. Teachers and parents are encouraged to make children a part of the conference whenever both feel it is appropriate.

SCHOOL DAY – HOURS The first bell rings at 8:35 a.m. and school is in session from 8:40 a.m. - 3:30p.m. The kindergarten schedule is as follows: Morning Kindergarten: 8:40 a.m. - 11:35 a.m. Afternoon Kindergarten: 12:35 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Buses arrive at approximately 8:35 a.m. Parents are asked not to drop off children before 8:30 a.m. Students are asked to line up outside the door closest to their classroom before school. SCHOOL DAY - DELAYED START In the event of inclement weather, school may be on a delayed schedule beginning 90 minutes later than usual (10:10 a.m.) - buses also run their routes 90 minutes later. Announcement of a delayed schedule, school cancellation or early dismissal will be made on all major radio and television stations beginning at 6:00 a.m. SCHOOL DAY - CANCELLATION OF SCHOOL In the event of inclement weather or other circumstances, school may be cancelled for the day. An announcement will be made on major radio and television stations when school is cancelled. Please do not call the school office for information about weather-related schedule changes. You may call a hotline for up-to-date weather-related changes at 303.387.7669 or connect to the district’s web site at: www.dcsdk12.org. SCHOOL DAY - EARLY DISMISSAL In the event of inclement weather or other circumstances, school may be dismissed early. Parents have been asked to complete an Early Dismissal Form to indicate what their child is to do should school let out early. Please make sure that an updated form is on file with the school office. The following are ways you will be able to obtain information for an early dismissal/school closure: • District Website: www.dcsdk12.org • MHE Website: http://schools.dcsdk12.org/e42 • Infinite Campus Parent Portal: www.dcsdk12.org • Automated Phone Call From School District • Denver Television and Radio Stations • Call 303.387.7669 (snow)

SCHOOL DAY - DELAYED DISMISSAL

1. In the event lightning is identified during school dismissal, the principal, after consulting with the storm spotters, will decide if the students should be kept in the building until the lightning subsides.

2. If lightning is directly overhead during dismissal the following procedures will be followed:

• A red flag with a white lightening bolt will be hung from the flagpole to inform parents to come inside. • Parents who decide to pick up their student/s before the lightening subsides are asked to go to the classroom to sign them out. (These students should remain in the room until parents come to the classroom to sign them out). • Walkers - remain in classroom until lightning subsides and/or are picked up by a parent.

• Bus riders - pending permission from the Transportation Department and/or Central Office, bus students will be allowed to load the bus at normal dismissal time. Students will be held on the bus according to the judgment and policies of transportation. All communication with Risk Management about weather conditions should be during business hours, before 5:00 p.m. After 5:00 p.m. activity leaders will need to determine when to cancel their events due to inclement weather. SCHOOL ENTRANCES To prevent any unauthorized “visitor” from entering the building during school hours, all entrances except for the main entrance are locked. Please do not knock on other entrance doors requesting entrance from teachers or students. Anyone entering the building is asked to use the main entrance and report to the school office before proceeding anywhere else. All visitors must wear a “visitor badge.” Although we welcome parents and community members to visit our school, we also want to make sure that our students are safe at all times. Parents waiting to meet their children at school dismissal time should wait outside near the designated doors in which students exit. SNACKS In order to promote healthy eating habits, snacks are limited to nutritious foods only. Granola bars, fruit, veggies, nuts, and cereal are some suggested

snacks. “Sweets” such as cookies, chips, and cake should be saved for lunchtime. We are fortunate to have a community who supports our school and staff in a tremendous manner. While the giving nature of parents and students is greatly appreciated, we need to adhere to professional ethics to avoid the appearance of impropriety. Generally, as a “rule of thumb,” individual gifts valued at $25.00 or more cannot be accepted by staff members. Also, due to the need for teachers to provide equitable treatment and attention to each student, teachers are not able to accept invitations to dinner, birthday parties, etc. TELEPHONE USE Students are asked to use the office telephone only in cases of an emergency. Arrangements for visits to friends after school are not considered emergencies. THURSDAY FOLDERS Every Thursday a folder is sent home with your child which contains schoolwork, classroom news, and news of school meeting events. Please feel free to write comments, ask questions, or voice concerns on the form provided on this folder. TUTORING Teachers cannot tutor “for pay” or give private lessons to a student in their own class. Because our District does not screen, perform background checks or consult references of potential tutors, a “tutor list” is not maintained. Parents are welcome to approach other teachers about the possibility of tutoring; however, the tutoring session cannot occur during the teacher’s “contracted” day.

Mammoth Heights Elementary School Parent Code of Conduct

In order to ensure a positive working relationship between our school, parents/guardians, visitors and the general community, please commit to the following:

• Be respectful and courteous when interacting with school personnel, teachers, other students and their parents/guardians.

• Sign in at the office upon entering the school and obtain permission before going

to any other area of the school.

• Be alert and report any suspicious persons in or around the school. Also report any bullying involving students or parents.

• Make every effort to meet with school personnel or teachers when requested.

• Communicate first with your child’s teacher before speaking with others

regarding classroom matters including educational and behavioral concerns. The appropriate communication sequence: teacher > principal > Director of Schools > Executive Director of Schools > Superintendent > School Board of Education.

• Problem solving conversations should take place at an appropriate time and place

agreed by both parties (i.e. a scheduled appointment with the teacher).

• Refrain from any use of profanity in or around the school or on the phone when speaking with school personnel, teachers, all students and parents/guardians regarding school related issues.

• Refrain from any physical force or abusive contact with school personnel,

teachers, students or other adults in or around the school. I understand that abusive language or behavior may result in charges being filed and/or reporting to local law enforcement. Other consequences may include conferences with the principal or superintendent, written reprimand or summons to appear before the School Board. Signature of Parent/Guardian:_____________________________________Date________