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Pine-Richland School diStRict 2010-2011 activitieS calendaR

Rooted in ChaRaCteR

“Character is like a tree and reputation like its shadow. The shadow is what we think of it; the tree is the real thing.”

— Abraham Lincoln, 16th President of U.S. (1809-1865)

Pine-Richland School District

702 Warrendale Road

Gibsonia, Pa 15044

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Pine-Richland School District is an equal opportunity employer in conformance with Title VI, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Students learn about new cultures, which is an important part of acceptance. This middle school student participated in Culture Awareness Day and had the opportunity to create crafts from around the world.

Administrative Offices

702 Warrendale Road

Gibsonia, Pa 15044

P: 724-625-7773

F: 724-625-1490

Pine-Richland High School

700 Warrendale Road

Gibsonia, Pa 15044

P: 724-625-4444

F: 724-625-4640

Pine-Richland Middle School

100 Logan Road

Gibsonia, Pa 15044

P: 724-625-3111

F: 724-625-3144

Eden Hall Upper Elementary School

3900 Bakerstown Road

Gibsonia, Pa 15044

P: 724-443-1450

F: 724-443-1451

Pine-Richland School DistrictFor driving directions to our schools, visit www.pinerichland.org.

Hance Elementary

5518 Molnar Road

Gibsonia, Pa 15044

P: 724-443-1541

F: 724-443-1290

Richland Elementary

3811 Bakerstown Road

Gibsonia, Pa 15044

P: 724-443-1558

F: 724-443-2180

Wexford Elementary

250 Brown Road

Wexford, Pa 15090

P: 724-935-4631

F: 724-935-3733

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“Character, not circumstance,

makes the person.”

— Booker T. Washington, American Educator

& Civil Rights Activist (1856-1915)

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What do we value in education? We talk about academics, the arts and even athletics. These are important in developing successful students, but what about our students’ character traits?

Author Dr. Thomas Lickona describes character education

as the “deliberate effort to develop virtues that are good for the individual and good for society”.

Values play an important role daily in the lives of our students here in Pine-Richland School District. Each day our students contribute to the common good by helping others and exhibiting good citizenship skills.

Did You Know?The International Center for Leadership in Education, which assists schools with curriculum, assessment and instructional resources, says there are 12 guiding princi-ples of exceptional character. These guiding principles are qualities they identify as leading to higher-level functioning and positive relationships, while promoting a civil society. They include:

Adaptability

Compassion

Courage

Initiative

Loyalty

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ty“To be truly honest with others,

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ourselves. The first part of

leadership is to be honest about

one’s own strengths, talents,

mistakes and shortcomings.”

—Dr. Mary Bucci, PRSD Superintendent

Not only is character education an important part of develop-ing a solid leader, it helps enhance learning and academic performance according to leading experts whose research appears in the Journal of Research in Character Education (January 1, 2006). Experts say character education programs, at their best, positively influence school climate, thereby enhancing the educational process.

Our students are exhibiting character daily in and outside the classroom, whether it be following through with a service project to earn an Eagle Scout or Gold Award or to extending a helping hand to a community member.

Just last year during the holiday season, students raised more than $20,000 in various projects for families in need.

While there are many character traits, our students are:

Patriotic • Independent • Nurturing • Empathetic •

Respectful • Industrious • Compassionate • Honest •

Loyal • Altruistic • Neighborly • Disciplined

As you turn the pages of the 2010-2011 calendar, you’ll see a few of these character traits come to life through service projects and activities that take place here at Pine-Richland School District. We hope you’ll see how our students are “Rooted in Character.”

Sincerely,

Dr. Mary Bucci, PRSD Superintendent

Many students, parents and employees participate in activities that promote altruism. These selfless acts translate into an array of outreach activities. One high school student collected five 50-pound suitcases filled with baby goods and delivered them to families in need in the Dominican Republic.

Each year, Pine-Richland staff and students show their compassionate side by supporting a myriad of causes. Wexford Elementary students made blankets and donated them to the Humane Society.

Acts of kindness are commonplace throughout Pine-Richland. Every year, students at the middle school collect thousands of canned goods for its annual Gobble for Cans project benefiting local food shelters.

Cooperation is key at any level in education, but Hance Elementary School students took it a step further during Halloween. They collected thousands of pieces of leftover candy and donated it to the North Hills Community Outreach Food Pantry.

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When one of Pine-Richland’s own is in need, the entire community comes together in the spirit of generosity. Students organized several fundraisers like this dodgeball game for a teacher who is battling cancer.

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“You can easily judge the character

of a man by how he treats those who

can do nothing for him.”

— Johann Wolfgang von Goethe,

Scientist & Philosopher (1749-1832)

Optimism

Perseverance

Respect

Responsibility

Trustworthiness

Students at Pine-Richland Middle School participated in an assembly aimed at delivering an important message to students, which asked them to be honest with themselves and others, responsible for their own actions and straightforward with those around them.

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Home PR Varsity FB vs. Bethel Park – 10 a.m. (Scrimmage)

HS Cross Country Boosters Mtg. – 7 p.m.

EH Strings Demo – 7 p.m.

HE, RE & WEX 1st Grade Meet Teacher Night – 6-7 p.m.

First Day of SchoolTeacher Professional Duty Day

ADM School Board Meeting – 7:30 p.m.

Kennywood Day

Band Marches in Kennywood Parade

EH Find Your Room Day – 9 a.m.-Noon

HE, RE & WEX Find Your Room Day – 9-11 a.m.

HE, RE & WEX Kdg. Meet the Teacher – 6-7 p.m.

MS New Student Orientation – 10 a.m.

HE New Friends Tea – 9-11 a.m.

RE 1st-3rd Grade New Family Orientation – 9:30-11:30 a.m.

WEX New Family Orientation – 8-10 a.m.

HS PR Boys Soccer Boosters Mtg. – 7 p.m.

EH Grade 4 Building Tours – 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. & New Family Orientation – 1:30 p.m.

Ramadan Begins HS Boys Lacrosse Booster Mtg. – 7 p.m.

ADM School Board Planning Meeting – 7:30 p.m.

Pine-Richland students know they have a responsibility to conserve the environment. That’s why students at Eden Hall upper Elementary School worked with Sodexo Food Services to launch a project to recycle milk containers.

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MS Strings Camp – 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Teacher Induction

HS Band Camp – 6-9 p.m.

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“There are times when we need to act or decide on our own without anyone else to guide us—there is nowhere to hide, and we must take ownership of those decisions or actions. Responsibility requires us to be accountable for those decisions and often requires putting duty and service to others above our own wishes.” — Stephen hawbaker, PR Board President

WEX Spirit Wear BeginsHS Band Camp – 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Teacher In-Service Day Away PR Varsity FB vs. Fox Chapel – 6 p.m. (Scrimmage)

AIMS Web Testing (K-8 Grades)/MS 4-Sight Benchmarks


Simchat Torah/Shmini Atzeret

ADM Supt./Parent Key Communicator Mtg. – 9:30 a.m.

Home PR Varsity FB vs. Erie McDowell (FSN Televised Game) – 7:05 p.m.

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EH Band Instrument Demo – 7 p.m.

HE, RE & WEX 2nd Grade Meet Teacher Night – 6-7 p.m.

HS Softball Booster Mtg. – 7 p.m.

HE, RE & WEX 3rd Grade Meet Teacher Night – 6-7 p.m.

Away PR Varsity FB vs. Mt. Lebanon – 7:30 p.m.

MS PSA Mtg. – 9:30 a.m.

WEX Spirit Day

Ganesh Chaturthi

ACT Testing

(The ACT is not being held at PRHS on this date. Refer to www.act.org for locations.)

Eid-ul-Fitr

6th-8th Grade Dance at PRYC – 7:30-10:30 p.m.

Away PR Varsity FB vs. Mars – 7:30 p.m.

WEX Spirit Wear Ends

HS PSG Mtg. – 9:30 a.m.

MS Picture Day

Rosh Hashanah (Begins at Sundown)

EH Title 1 Reading Support Orientation – 9:30 a.m. & 2 p.m.

EH Grade 4 Meet Teacher – 7 p.m.

HS Picture Day

WEX PTO Mtg. – 9:15 a.m.

Labor Day

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HS PR Boys Soccer Boosters Mtg. – 7p.m.

EH Grade 5 Meet Teacher – 7 p.m.

HS Boys Lacrosse Booster Mtg. – 7 p.m.

EH Grade 6 Meet Teacher– 7 p.m.

HS Boys Basketball Booster Mtg. – 7 p.m.

RE PTO Meeting – 9:45 a.m.

HE & EH PTO Meeting – 7 p.m.

HE Market Day – 4:45-5:45 p.m.

HS Club Sign-up Night – 7-9 p.m.

MS Open House & Coat Drive – 7 p.m.

Yom Kippur (Begins at Sundown)

Home PR Varsity FB vs. North Hills – 7:30 p.m.

RE Fall Fundraiser Begins

Away PR Varsity FB vs. Butler – 7:30 p.m.

EH Grade 4 Round-Up – 6:30-10:30 p.m.

WEX Kdg. Apple Festival & School Store

HS Open House – 7-9 p.m.First Day of Autumn

RE Market Day Pickup

Sukkot (Begins at Sundown)

EH Family Forum: Study Skills – 6:30 p.m.

HS Cross Country & Field Hockey Boosters Mtgs. – 7 p.m.

PROF Meeting - 7 p.m.


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PRSd website: www.pinerichland.org

PRSd newsline (delays/cancellations): (724) 443-7575

PR-tv: channels 50 & 211 on armstrong cable

& channel 404 on consolidated communications

Ram Sports line (724) 625-4444, ext. 7

Sports Schedules: www.highschoolsports.net

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What does being a good citizen mean to you? For some, it involves respecting others and making the community a better place. For others, being a good citizen means knowing what’s happening in their community and country. That’s why Wexford Elementary students wrote letters to the president sharing their thoughts on important issues. To their surprise, they received a presidential reply.

CitizenShiP“I encourage you to work hard and dedicate your energy, talent and creativity to improving your community and our country.”

— President Barack obama in a letter to wexford elementary students

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AIMS Web Testing (K-8 Grades)/MS 4-Sight Benchmarks


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College Board PSAT/NMSQT Test

(This is not being held at PRHS on this date. Refer to ww.collegeboard.com for locations.)

HS Homecoming Dance

Primary Halloween Parade/Parties

Away PR Varsity FB Vs. Shaler – 7:30 p.m.

HE Apple Crunch Day

HS Fall Choral Concert – 7 p.m.RE After School Programs

BeginADM School Board Mtg. – 7:30 p.m.

HS PR Boys Soccer Boosters Mtg. – 7 p.m.

WEX Gift Gard Sale Ends

EH & RE Picture Day HE Picture Day


RE Market Day

HS Fall Orchestra Concert – 7 p.m.

Home PR Varsity FB (Senior Night) vs. Woodland Hills - 7:30 p.m.

ACT Testing

(The ACT is not being held at PRHS on this date. Refer to www.act.org for testing locations.)

Home PR Varsity FB vs. North Allegheny – 7:30 p.m.

Homecoming Game

WEX School Pictures



HS Homecoming Parade – 6 p.m.

HS PR Cross Country Booster Mtg. – 7 p.m.

HS PSAT/NMSQT Test


North Pgh. College Fair – 6-8 p.m. at La Roche College


Columbus Day (Observed)

Teacher In-Service Day/ No School

ADM Board Planning Mtg. – 7:30 p.m.

HE Fall Mileage Club Begins

RE Fall Fundraiser Ends

WEX PTO Mtg. – 7 p.m. HE Walk for Diabetes


HE PTO Mtg. – 9:30 a.m. Navratri

Away PR Varsity FB vs. Seneca Valley - 7:30 p.m.

RE Box Top Collection Ends

WEX Gift Card Sale Begins & Pizza/Bingo Night – 6-9 p.m.

WEX School Store

HS College Board SAT Administered at PRHS – Doors Open at 7:30 a.m.

Simchat Torah/Shmini Atzeret



WEX Spirit Day

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EH Hoe Down Celebration

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Teamwork is defined as the cooperative effort by members of a group to achieve a common goal. Teamwork isn’t only confined to the campus of Pine-Richland. This cooperation was evident when scouts, students and parents from Pine-Richland, Quaker Valley and North Hills school districts teamed up to refurbish a trail behind Wexford Elementary School.

teaMWoRk“It takes teamwork for things to work well. I’m impressed with Pine-Richland’s warm hospitality.”

— Schools to watch Representative Paul meck

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HS Thespian Performance of “Sleepy Hollow” at Middle School – 7:30 p.m.


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Thanksgiving Day

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EH Family Forum: Internet Safety

HS - Talent Show – 7 p.m.

HE Mileage Club Ends

School Resumes

Season of Celebration Begins

EH Giving Tree Program Begins

WEX Food Drive Begins

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EH PTO Mtg. – 8:30 a.m. & 5th/6th Grade Talent Show – 7 p.m.

HS PSG Mtg.– 9:30 a.m.

WEX Ram Reader Results Assembly – 1:45 p.m.

WEX School Store

Teacher In-Service Day/No School

Parent Conference Day


HS “We Are the Music Makers” Part I – 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

HS Financial Aid Night – 6:30 p.m.

RE After School Programs End

Veterans’ Day

Half Day (No AM/PM Kdg.)


Parent Conference Day

Kdg. Parent Conferences

Report Cards Issued

RE After School Programs

HS Choral Invitational – 7 p.m.


HS PR Boys Soccer Boosters Mtg. – 7p.m.

PROF Meeting – 7 p.m.

WEX Ram Reader Program Ends


HS Track & Field Boosters Mtg. – 6 p.m.

WEX Spirit Wear Begins

College Board SAT (The SAT is not being held at PRHS on this date. Refer to www.collegeboard.com for locations.)

Election Day

End of 1st Quarter


WEX PTO Meeting – 9:15 a.m.

DiwaliMS PSA Mtg. – 9:30 a.m.RE Ice Cream Social/Family NightWEX Ram Reader Kickoff Assembly – 1:45 p.m. & Spirit Day

EH Grade 4 Talent Show – 4 p.m.

HE PTO Mtg. – 7 p.m.

HS Softball Boosters Mtg. – 7 p.m.

All Saints Day

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Pine-Richland students, staff and parents are passionate about generosity. Each year they give more of their time, talents and financial support to many worthwhile projects. For instance, students filled two buses with more than 2,000 toys during the “Stuff a Bus” project to benefit the “Toys for Tots” program.

GeneRoSity“Make it a great day. Give your smiles away. You’ll realize their worth. They could travel the earth and be beacons for love and kindness.” — dr. Kathleen harrington, retired PRmS Principal

WEX Ram Mystery Readers

MS Reading 4-Sight Assessments & RE Book Fair

American Education Week

EH Food Drive & WEX Candy Drive

Fall Break

Fall Break

EH Food Drive & WEX Candy Drive

EH Food Drive MS Drama Club Production - 7 p.m.


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HS/MS Winter Orchestra Concert – 7 p.m. at High School

New Year’s Eve

ADM School Board Planning & Regular Mtg. – 7:30 p.m.

EH Giving Tree Program Ends

WEX Holiday Hat Day & Sing-a-Long

EH Season of Celebrations Sing-A-Long

Primary Holiday Parties

First Day of Winter

EH 5th & 6th Grade Winter Orchestra Concert – 7 p.m.

Kwanzaa Begins

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day

5th Grade Elem. In-School Band Tour

EH Food Drive Ends


HS Winter Choral Concert – 7 p.m.


EH 5th & 6th Grade Winter Choral Concert – 7 p.m.


ACT Testing (The ACT is not being held at PRHS on this date. Refer to www.act.org for locations.)

Hanukkah Ends


HS All-District Winter Band Concert – 7 p.m.

1st Day of MuharramADM School Board Reorganization – 7:30 p.m.


6th-8th Grade PRYC Dance at PRYC – 7:30-10:30 p.m.

WEX Spirit Day

ADM Supt./Parent Key Com-municator Mtg. – 9:30 a.m.

HS Student Athlete Night – 6:30 p.m.

MS Senior Citizen Holiday Dinner – 4 p.m.

Hanukkah (Begins at Sundown)

HS Softball Booster Mtg. –7 p.m.

MS Winter Choral Concert at High School – 7 p.m.

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No School/Winter Break

RE & WEX Holiday Shop

HE Holiday Shop

Some say selflessness is an ideal virtue. The Pine-Richland community exhibits acts of selflessness on a daily basis. At many schools, including Pine-Richland Middle School, students created a giving tree and collected or purchased gifts to give to families who might be without during the holidays.

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“When we teach, we must get into the hearts and minds of our students. We must lose ourselves in service to others, to help others grow.”

— dr. laura davis, PR director of Staff development

AIMS Web Testing (K-8th Grade)

HS Basketball Tip-Off

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New Year’s Day

ADM Board Meeting (Board Recognition) – 7 p.m.

HS Field Hockey Booster Mtg. – 7 p.m.

End of 2nd Quarter

EH 4th Grade Winter Orchestra & Choral Concert – 7 p.m.

EH PTO Mtg. – 9:30 a.m.


Explore Test (C-Mites) – 8-11:15 a.m. at Wexford Elem.


HS/MS Annual Forensics Tournament

Emergency Make-Up Day

Teacher Professional Duty Day/No School

RE Fun FairPgh. Int’l Childrens Theater at High School

EH 4th Grade Winter Band & Choral Concert – 7 p.m.




Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Teacher In-Service Day/ No School

HE Skating Party

ADM Board Planning Meeting – 7:30 p.m.


HS PSG Mtg.– 9:30 a.m.

Makar Sankranti

Orthodox New Year


HS Benchmarks (Midterms)


Orthodox Christmas Day

WEX Spirit Day

HE PTO Mtg. – 9:30 a.m.HS Softball Boosters Mtg. – 7 p.m.

School Resumes

WEX Box Top Challenge Begins

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Whether you’re striving to be at the top of the class or at the top of your game, discipline is a key attribute and requires ongoing training to produce improvement. Students at Pine-Richland High School combined forces with area schools that showcase their discipline in the arts by participating in a special cabaret performance in Pittsburgh and to show their support for the “Pennies for Peace” program designed to help students broaden their cultural horizons and learn about their capacities as philanthropists.

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“With initiative anything is possible and without it, nothing is. I think most artists innately possess initiative, because they have passions that need to be expressed. Initiative is passion in action.”

— Broadway director & 1978 Richland high School Graduate Jeff calhoun

HS Benchmarks (Midterms) & MS Reading 4-Sight Assessments

MS Benchmarks (Midterms)

Grades 3-8 Curriculum-Based Assessments

Grades 3-8 Curriculum-Based Assessments

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ADM Hance Kdg. Registration – 8 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.

ACT Testing (The ACT is not being held at PRHS at this date. Refer to www.act.org for locations.)

HS Sadie Hawkins Dance


MS 8th Grade NAEP Testing


HS PR Jazz Night – 7 p.m.

RE After School Programs Begin


Emergency Make-Up Day

No School/President’s Day

ADM Board Planning Mtg. – 7:30 p.m.

Primary Valentine’s Day Parties

Eid Milad-un-Nabi

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EH Giving from Heart Drive Ends

RE PTO Family Movie Night

State Qualifying Forensics Tournament

Explore Test (C-Mites) – 8-11:15 a.m. at Wexford Elementary


MS Orchestra Tour Primary Buildings

WEX School Store

HS PSG Mtg. – 9:30 a.m.HS Band Concert – 7 p.m.


EH Giving from Heart Drive Begins


WEX Spirit Day & Wear Begins

Chinese New Year



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National School Counseling Week

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Being reliable allows the community to depend on and expect certain levels of standards and programs from Pine-Richland students and staff. For example, senior citizens participate in two special programs each year hosted by the Pine-Richland Middle School Leader’s Club. One member is shown here helping a senior citizen register for dinner. Organizers depend on students to help run the program from start to finish.

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“Dependability involves a dash of integrity and trustworthiness. As I look around Pine-Richland, this character trait is so evident among our administrators, teachers, staff, stu-dents and parents.”

— John Pietrusinski, PRhS Principal

Regional Chorus Festival

EH Jump Rope for Heart Celebrations

Grades 3-8 Curriculum- Based Assessments & Read

Across America Week


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First Day of Spring

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HE, RE & WEX 1st & 3rd Grade Open House – 6:30-7:30 p.m.

ADM Board Meeting - 7:30 p.m.

HE, RE & WEX K & 2nd Grade Open House – 6:30-7:30 p.m.


HS PR Musical – 7:30 p.m.

WEX School Store

HS PR Musical – 2 & 7:30 p.m.

HS Choral Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser – 4:30-6 p.m.

HS College Board

SAT Administered at PRHS - Doors Open at 7:30 a.m.

St. Patrick’s Day

EH PTO Mtg. – 9:30 a.m.

HE Go for Greens Program


HS Musical Performance for Senior Citizens – 4 p.m.



RE After School Programs EndADM Board Planning Meeting – 7:30 p.m.

Daylight Saving Time Begins

EH 6th Grade Open House EH 5th Grade Open House



Ash Wednesday EH 4th Grade Open House


MS Talent Show – 7 p.m.


EH 5th Grade Survivor Night – 7 p.m.

HS Musical Tour

WEX School Store

ADM Wexford Kdg. Registration – 8 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.MS PSA Mtg. – 9:30 a.m.MS Read Across America Prog.WEX Spirit Day

HE PTO Mtg. – 9:30 a.m.ADM Richland Kdg. Registra-tion – 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m.PR’s Finest Concert at Eden Hall – 7 p.m.HS Softball Booster Mtg. – 7 p.m.


WEX PTO Mtg. – 7 p.m.

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Grades 3-8 Curriculum-Based Assessments & Read Across America Week

Reading & Math PSSA (Grades 3-8 & 11)

HS Musical – 7:30 p.m.

Writing PSSA (Grades 5, 8 & 11) & RE Book Fair

Reading & Math PSSA (Grades 3-8 & 11)

A person who is said to be diligent is most often the person who takes on work with zeal yet exhibits a decisive work ethic. These characteristics can be found in the front office, in the hallways and in the classrooms at Pine-Richland. Some students, staff and parents took their diligent attitudes into the community and helped the Lighthouse Foundation tidy up its grounds during the countywide “Day of Caring”.

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“What better way to instill the trait of diligence in my stu-dents than through example? While I would rather go home and relax, I choose to first com-plete work for my students. I need to budget my time and be well rested to concentrate. When you work toward goals, diligence feels good and not a sacrifice.”

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EH 3rd Grade Pizza & Bingo Night – 6:30 p.m.

EH Spring Pictures

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HS Prom Fashion Show – 1 p.m.

ADM Board Planning Session – 7:30 p.m.

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HE Spring Pictures

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Good FridayEmergency Make-Up Day

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ADM Board Planning Session – 7:30 p.m.

Report Cards Issued

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MS Senior Citizen Bingo in Stadium Spirit Room – 4 p.m.

HS ACT Testing – PRHS Doors Open at 7:30 a.m.


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WEX Spring Pictures, School Store & Spring Fling (6-8 p.m.)


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Students turn a classroom lesson into a project about altruism. Students learned how to make blankets at Eden Hall upper Elementary School for the Mars Home for Youth. This concern for the welfare of others is a core component of being altruistic.

aLtRUiSM“There are three things important to me. They include; honesty, compassion and loyalty. They follow me wherever I go. You can lead people just by hav-ing integrity. You can be the person that leads people in the right direction.”

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AP Chemistry, Environmental Science & Psychology Exams

College Board SAT

(The SAT is not being held at PRHS on this date. Refer to www.collegeboard.com for locations.)

Secondary Art Show at Middle School – 2-9 p.m.

RE Move Up Day at Eden Hall

WEX School Picnic & 3rd Grade Field Day (PM)

EH PTO Mtg. – 9:30 a.m.HS PSG Mtg. – 9:30 a.m. HE Market Day – 4:45-5:45 p.m.MS Band Concert – 7 p.m.RE Field Day Rain DateWEX Field Day (Kdg. & 1st– AM & Kdg. & 2nd – PM)

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EH 4th/5th Grade Spring Band Concert – 7 p.m.

RE Field Day

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MS Spring Choral Concert – 7 p.m.

RE Field Day Rain Date

MS 8th Grade Recognition

HE & RE Mileage Club Ends

WEX Field Day Rain Date

WEX Move Up Day at Eden Hall

Senior Dinner Dance

HS Junior Awards Program – 8:10 a.m.

HS Orchestra Awards Concert – 7 p.m.

WEX Field Day Rain Date

EH 4th/5th Grade Choral Spring Concert – 7 p.m.

RE Market Day Pick Up

WEX 3rd Grade Space Camp

EH 6th Grade Spring Band/Choral Concert – 7 p.m.

HS Sophomore Awards Program – 8:10 a.m.

Memorial Day Observed

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HS Freshman Awards Program – 8:10 a.m.

ADM PROF Meeting – 7 p.m.

HS Field Hockey Booster Mtg. – 7 p.m.

HE, RE & WEX 3rd Grade Parent Orientation at Eden Hall – 9:30 a.m. & 7 p.m.

In-Service Day/No School

Family & Friends Day

6th-8th Grade Dance at PRYC - 7:30-10:30 p.m.

Prom


AP Macro & Microeconomics Exams

MS 6th Grade Parent Orientation – 10 a.m. & 7 p.m.

National School Nurse Day

AP English Language (11th) & Statistics Exams

MS Merit Scholars Program at High School – 7 p.m.


AP Government & Politics & French Language Exams


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initiative is the seed to success. Students from kindergarten to 12th grade develop a strong drive to do their best no matter what the task is. Gardening has become a part of the curriculum for the life-skills program at Pine-Richland. Students not only learn skills in math and reading, they’re learning the business side of gardening by selling three varieties of basil to local businesses.

initiative“Each individual has something unique to offer the world. I’m amazed at what my fellow classmates can do and what they’ve accomplished in a short time. It’s incredible.”

— 2010 PRhS valedictorian Rebecca Stabile

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Mini Band Camp - 2:30-5 p.m.

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Emergency Make-Up day

HS Graduation – 7 p.m.

Last Day for Teachers

Father’s Day

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EH 6th Grade Celebration – 3:15 p.m.

HS Senior Waffle Breakfast & Senior Awards Rehearsal

RE Year End Picnic & 3rd Grade Fun Day

Shavuot Begins

Last Day for Kindergartners

HS Senior Awards Program – 7 p.m.

WEX 3rd Grade Math Challenge

ACT Testing (The ACT is not being held at PRHS at this time. Please refer to www.act.org for locations.)

College Board SAT

(The SAT is not being held at PRHS on this date. Refer to www.collegeboard.com for locations.)

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WEX 3rd Grade End-of-Year Party

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Commitment is a pledge of loyalty. That attribute is abundant at Pine-Richland, where students and staff come together to host the “Empty Bowls” fundraiser. Each year students raise about $2,000 for the Lighthouse Foundation.

CoMMitMent“As a leader in educa-tion, Pine-Richland School District is com-mitted to providing the community with quality services on a daily basis.” — dr. al wille, PR transportation & Security director

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Students share their patriotic attitude throughout the year. They have a love and loyalty for our country, which is evident at Richland Elementary School students raised more than $1,500 for the “Silver for Soldiers” campaign through Operation Troop Appreciation. OTA, which is based in Pittsburgh, purchases supplies for soldiers overseas. Students also launch a letter writing campaign each year to share their appreciation to soldiers serving our country.

PatRiotiSM“Mickey loved his country. He loved being a soldier. It’s all he ever wanted to be.” — Jody Slebodnik deems, RhS ’88, told reporters about her brother chief warrant officer mickey Slebodnik, RhS ’87, who died in afghanistan


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Mission StatementAs a community of learners that cares intensely for

each person, Pine-Richland creates a strong academic

foundation and enables students to realize individual

strengths and passions toward their life’s fulfillment.

PRSD Vision StatementPine-Richland School District will be a recognized

leader in education providing a customized learning

environment to a growing and changing community.

A Safe School Environment Use of Video Surveillance Cameras A safe school environment is a top priority. The Board of School Directors approves the use of electronic surveillance systems to monitor activity in school buildings, on school property and in school vehicles as one measure of protection. The use of video recordings from surveillance equipment is subject to Board Policy 816 and other district policies, including policies concerning the confidentiality of student and staff records. If it is determined through an investigation that a student has committed an unlawful or unsafe act in violation of school rules, appropriate disciplinary consequences will be administered. Any type of activity detected through the use of video surveillance cameras that might constitute a violation of the law will be reported immediately to the appropriate law enforcement agency.

Sports Schedules/TicketsYou can access the most up-to-date sports schedules by visiting the athletic page at www.pinerichland.org or go directly to www.highschoolsports.net. To purchase football tickets, please download an order form online at www.pinerichland.org.

Student Health ServicesMore information is available on the website: www.pinerichland.org

A variety of health services and screenings are required at different grade levels. These are handled through the school nurse’s office and include:Vi s i o n, He i g H t, We i g H t AnnuallyHe a r i n g School entry and in grades K, 1, 2, 3, 7, 11sc o l i o s i s Grades 5, 6, 7 and 9

Physical ExamRequired for students upon entry into school and in grades 6 and 11

Dental ExamRequired for students upon entry into school and in grades 3 and 7.

Parents are encouraged to have their child’s personal physician or dentist conduct these exams. However, the school doctor and dentist are available. For more informa-tion, contact the school nurse. The exam forms are on the Student Health Services page of the website.

Athletic PhysicalsThe Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association re-quires physical exams for all students who train or practice for each individual sport. Refer to the website for the date of the sports physicals. These exams may be conducted by your child’s personal physician or handled through the school, with permission.

Communicable DiseasesIf your child looks or feels sick or is running a fever (100°F) in the morning, please do not send your child to school. Before sending your child back to school following a bout with a contagious disease or virus, please check with your child’s physician or the school nurse.

H1N1 Flu VirusNovel influenza A (H1N1) is a new flu virus that spreads in the same way that regular seasonal influenza viruses

spread, mainly through the coughs and sneezes of people who are sick with the virus, but it may also be spread by touching infected objects and then touching your nose or mouth. Novel H1N1 infection has been reported to cause a wide range of flu-like symptoms, including fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. In addition, many people also have reported nausea, vomiting and/or diarrhea.

PRSD continues to meet regularly with its safety/emergency preparedness committees and is working with the appro-priate agencies to monitor illnesses that have prompted the US to declare a public health emergency across North America and countries around the world.

Administrators will continue to meet regularly to address this topic. In addition, the district continually takes preventative measures such as: > Cleaning school facilities on a daily basis > Disinfecting all athletic dressing rooms & shower areas > Providing hand dispensers in all buildings

Health care professionals recommend that you: > Keep your child home from school if he/she is sick, and

contact your physician and school office, if the child exhibits flu-like symptoms.

> Instruct children to cover their mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing.

> Avoid close contact with people who are sick and keep your distance from others to protect them from getting sick, too.

> Wash hands frequently with soap and water or clean with alcohol-based hand cleaner.

> Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs are often spread when a person touches something that is contaminated with germs and then touches his or her eyes, nose or mouth.

More information about H1N1 and tips for talking to your children about H1N1 can be found on the district’s emergency preparedness site at: www.pinerichland.org.

PRSD continues to be proactive in assisting families with

any health-related situations. To keep you informed, the district will provide updates through the following communication outlets, when warranted: > Electronic Newsletters > PRSD Website > PR-TV > Rapid Notification System

The Pennsylvania Department of Health offers the following guidelines and exclusion periods:> cH i c k e n Po x: six days from the outbreak of the last

crop of blisters with all pox marks dried> H1n1 Fl u: 7 days after symptoms begin or until

symptom-free for 24 hours, whichever is longer (doctor’s clearance may be required)

> im P e t i g o, s c a b i e s a n d r i n g W o r m: until judged non-infectious by the physician

> li c e: until treated with a pediculicide agent (Students who have been excluded must be checked by the school nurse and found to be free of lice eggs before re-entering the building.)

> Pi n k e y e: 24 hours after initiation of treatment> st r e P t H r o at o r s c a r l e t F e V e r: 24 hours after

initiation of treatment

Immunization Requirements(All grades K-12):> 4 doses of tetanus* (1 dose on or after 4th birthday)> 4 doses of diphtheria* (1 dose on or after 4th birthday)> 3 doses of polio> 2 doses of measles> 2 doses of mumps > 1 dose of rubella (German measles)> 3 doses of Hepatitis B, properly spaced> 2 doses of varicella (chickenpox) vaccine or history of disease (written statement)(Grades 7-12):> 1 dose of tetanus/diphtheria/accellular pertussis (Tdap) > 1 dose of meningitis vaccine (MCV4)

Parents must show proof of immunization. For medical and religious exemptions, students must submit documentation.

Association/Booster ContactsAssociation Contact EmailBand Randy Heide [email protected] Mary Berezo [email protected] Basketball Jackie Holmes [email protected] Golf Rick & Lilly Dunsmore [email protected] Lacrosse Barbara Young [email protected] Soccer Sharon Donnelly [email protected] Soccer Pam Leibensperger [email protected] Tennis Marij Hamers [email protected] Volleyball Rick Abbott [email protected] Youth Football Jerry Kennedy [email protected] Youth Lacrosse Lynn Hein [email protected] Jennifer Kamenicky [email protected] Camille Barrett [email protected] Meredith Perz [email protected] Bill Marshall [email protected] Country Andrew Calabrese [email protected] Brad Cellier [email protected] Mothers Lisa Heim [email protected] Mothers Mary Merhaut [email protected] Basketball Mary Altman [email protected] Basketball Kathy Johanson [email protected] Field Hockey Mary Haenig [email protected] Golf Tricia Hiles [email protected] Lacrosse Robert Zalno [email protected] Soccer Nancy Keenan [email protected] Tennis Meredith Perz [email protected] Tennis Todd Perz [email protected] Girls Volleyball Debb Muzzonigro [email protected] Maureen Kusevich [email protected] Hockey Daniel Cole [email protected] Hockey Valerie Ostrowski [email protected] Lisa Plant [email protected] John Kohley [email protected]/Diving Katheryn Luther Engberg [email protected]/Diving Lisa Murslack [email protected] Club Jim Norris [email protected] & Field Brenda Stasko [email protected] Jeff Esswein [email protected]

Bus Stop Safety Reminders> Arrive a minimum of five

minutes before scheduled pick-up time.

> Stand off the roadway, away from traffic.

> Do not run or play while waiting for the bus.

> When the bus arrives, wait until the bus comes to a complete stop, and you see the red lights flash.

> Board the bus in an orderly manner – without pushing.

> Never run to catch the bus.> When exiting the school bus,

always walk straight away from the bus. Do not remain in the “danger zone” where the driver cannot see you.

> Never reach under the bus to pick up dropped articles.

> Never cross the roadway behind the school bus.

> Wait until the bus stops, the red lights flash and traffic has stopped before crossing the highway. Take 10 steps in front of the bus so you can be seen by the driver.

> When you exit the bus, walk 10 giant steps in front of the bus. Check the traffic both ways before you cross the highway. When the traffic is stopped, quickly cross the highway under the protection of the flashing red lights of the school bus.

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Community AquaticsBoth family and individual memberships are available on a per-semester basis and may be purchased any evening the pool is open. For schedule changes, check the pool bulletin board at the pool entrance, contact the pool at 724-625-4444, ext. 1578 or check the website at www.pinerichland.org.

Pool Fees• Free, Senior Citizens (62 years +) with proof of residency or Gold Card • $75 Family (per fall and spring semesters & $37.50 for summer & $25 for spring)• $50 Individual (per fall and spring semesters)• Open Swim/evenings > Free for children under age 2 > $3 Resident > $4 Guest Pass (non-resident) Fri.-Sat. only > Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.

Series of Eight Swim Lessons $50 (resident); $60 (non-resident)

Pool Schedule and Guidelines

Recreational (Open) Swim Monday through Friday 7:30 - 10 p.m.Saturdays 5 - 8 p.m.

Morning Lap Swim Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 6 - 7 a.m.

The high school pool is closed on Sundays. Summer evening hours are open to the public on Tuesdays & Thursdays from noon - 6 p.m. & 7:30 - 8:15 p.m.> Lap lanes and the open swimming sessions are closed

during swim lessons. > Diving boards are closed Monday through Thursday

until 8:30 p.m. and Saturday until 6:30 p.m. for practice.

> The deep end closes on Tuesdays at 8:30 p.m. for underwater hockey.

> All group reservations, please call the pool at least two weeks in advance for bookings.

> Groups of more than 20 are subject to private rental fees.> The pool is closed when school is closed and may also

be closed for safety reasons during inclement weather. > Community Open Swim and Lap Swim sessions are not

available during swim lessons.

District CommunicationsThe district relies on a rapid notification system, the website, the electronic newsletter and the television station for announcements.

Delays/CancellationsPlease call our PR Newsline at 724-443-7575, visit www.pinerichland.org and/or watch PR-TV (Channel 50 and Channel 211 on Armstrong cable and Channel 404 on Consolidated Communications) for delays and cancellations, as well as other important announcements. The district will only make a rapid call in regard to a delay or closing in rare circumstances. Please monitor television and radio reports for usual delays and/or cancellations.

District E-News/Friday FlashFor news, please sign up for the district e-newsletter by visiting www.pinerichland.org. Each school provides e-newsletters on a regular basis. You can sign up for your building’s e-newsletters by visiting your school’s home page, which can be accessed at the above website.

Emergency Notification

The district will activate its rapid notification system in the event of an emergency and/or major announcement. Please call your child’s school building, if you think your informa-tion might not be current. We highly recommend home, cell phones and work numbers to be included for emergency situations.

School SafetyThe Northern Regional Police Department works cooperatively with our staff and administration to ensure a safe school environment. Student and community support is critical to this effort. 449-TIPS is a joint service of the police department, Consolidated Communications and the school district. Dial this number at any time to anonymously report suspicious activity that could pose a threat or danger to our school community.

Community Support Contacts Moms In Touch Lynne Bogolin [email protected] Opportunities Fund Hank Compernolle [email protected]/Boys & Cub Scouts Jason Newell [email protected]/Girls & Brownies Sabrina George [email protected] Organization Tom Bridge [email protected]

Eden Hall Upper Elementary PTO Robin Treece [email protected] Hall Upper Elementary PTO Denise Malchano [email protected] Elementary PTO Trish Golla [email protected] Elementary PTO Aimee Pavlick [email protected] School PSG Lisa Murslack [email protected] School PSG Pam Leibensperger [email protected] School PSA Lisa Knapp [email protected] School PSA Margie Balmonte [email protected] Education Association Danielle Kcehowski [email protected] Education Support Professionals Eileen Brennan [email protected] Elementary PTO Margo Jochims [email protected] Elementary PTO Michelle Hall [email protected] Elementary PTO Trina Boyd [email protected] Elementary PTO Deb Lund [email protected]

Parent Associations and Support Group Contacts

Pine-Richland Opportunities Fund

Paul HightowerLinda HoneywillBeth MontgomeryJanet RaderPatti Sinetar

Integrated Pest Management ProgramThe Pine-Richland School District uses an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach for managing insects, rodents and weeds. Our goal is to protect staff and students from pesticide exposure by using an IPM approach to pest management. Our approach focuses on making the school building and grounds an unfavorable habitat for these pests by removing food and water sources and eliminating their hiding and breeding places. We accomplish this through standard cleaning and maintenance practices.

Pest sightings should be reported to the building custodian who evaluates the situation and determines the appropriate pest management techniques to address the problem. These techniques include increased sanitation, modified

storage practices, sealed entry points or physically removing the pest.

If it is necessary to use pesticides registered by the Envi-ronmental Protection Agency to manage a pest problem, the pesticide will only be used as needed, and will not be routinely applied. When a pesticide is necessary, the least toxic, most effective product will be used. Applications will be made only when unauthorized persons do not have access to the area being treated. Notices will be posted in these areas 72 hours prior to application and for two days following the application. For more information, contact Buildings & Grounds Director Gary Zang who serves as the district’s IPM Coordinator, at (724) 625-7773, ext. 6750.

Enriching Education Through Community GenerosityThe purpose of the Pine-Richland Opportunities Fund serves to enrich, foster and promote education; to encourage and reward academic excellence and achievement; to support unique, creative and innovative instructional and educational programs for students; and, to reward, encourage and recognize students, teachers and other staff members of the Pine-Richland School District for distinguished service. The fund was created in 1994.

Alumni SupportContact PROF for assistance with advertising class reunions. The alumni directory database is available to reunion coordinators.

Contributions to PROF are Tax-Deductible!Contact any trustee or one of the co-executive directors to discuss a range of possibilities. Contributions are tax deductible. Donations or gifts to the Opportunities Fund directly benefit the students and staff of the Pine-Richland School District. Pine-Richland Opportunities Fund is approved as a donor option with the United Way of Allegheny County. The donor option number is 921848.

The IRS recognizes the Opportunities Fund as a 501(c) (3) nonprofit corporation. The trustees are always seeking mutually beneficial partnerships with businesses and

civic/cultural organizations. The creation of special- purpose programs or scholarship accounts within the fund is encouraged.

2010 PROF BoardPr e s i d e n t Hank CompernolleVi c e Pr e s i d e n t Moira Singer tr e a s u r e r Larry Schuster se c r e ta ry Cindy Dillen

TrusteesSally BeattyKraig CawleyBarbara FreitagLeo GensanteLiz GensanteThe voting members of the Board of Trustees comprise the governing body and have full power to act on behalf of the corporation. The trustees are not compensated for their services.

Non-voting TrusteesStephen Hawbaker, PRSD School DirectorDr. Mary Bucci, Superintendent of SchoolsJill Linsz, Pine-Richland TeacherAnthony DiTommaso, Co-Executive DirectorRachel Hathhorn, Co-Executive DirectorMichael K. Parrish, Goehring, Rutter & Boehm, Legal Counsel

School Nutrition Programsbr e a k Fa s t Elementary/Upper Elementary $1 Secondary $1 Reduced 30¢

lu n c H Elementary/Upper Elementary $1.75 Secondary $1.90 Reduced 40¢

To be eligible for the Free & Reduced meal program, apply every year. Apply for free/reduced meals any time during the school year if a need arises.

Food Service purchases are made using a point-of-sale debit system and a personal identification numbered account. Students are expected to fund the account in advance of purchases, by sending cash or check to PR Cafeteria Fund, or make an online payment at www.mealpayplus.com. Student name and PIN number is required on all food service correspondence.

Monthly menus with nutrition information can be found on the Pine-Richland website at www.pinerichland.org or at www.sodexoeducation.com.

Catering Services are available for meetings and banquet needs. Call 724-625-3550 or e-mail [email protected] to discuss menus and pricing.

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Board RepresentationThe Pine-Richland School District is divided into three elec-toral regions. All board members serve four-year terms and receive no compensation for their commitment of time and energy. The school board secretary and solicitor are elected by the board and serve in a non-voting capacity.

Candidates for the Pine-Richland Board of School Directors must be at least 18 years of age, a citizen of Pennsylvania and a resident of Pine or Richland Township for one year. If a vacancy occurs midterm, the members of the PR School Board will appoint a new member until a successor is elected at the next municipal general election.

School Directors Stephen Hawbaker, President 724-594-5283Richland Twp. Region 3 Term expires December 2013

Richard Herko, Vice President 724-934-9329Pine Twp., Region 1 Term expires December 2013

Dennis Sundo, Treasurer 724-625-2657Pine Twp. & Richland Twp., Region 2 Term expires December 2013

Dr. Jeffrey Banyas 724-625-3087Pine Twp. & Richland Twp., Region 2 Term expires December 2013

Therese Dawson 724-934-5525Richland Twp., Region 1 Term expires December 2011 Aafke Loney 724-444-7243Richland Twp., Region 3 Term expires December 2011

A. Robert Necciai 724-444-6791Richland Twp., Region 3 Term expires December 2011

Kevin Nigh 724-933-5237Pine Twp., Region 1 Term expires December 2011

Scott Stedeford 724-449-8093Pine Twp. & Richland Twp., Region 2 Term expires December 2011

Email: [email protected] Secretary Carolyn A. Boice, 625-7773, ext. 6100Solicitor Patrick J. Clair, Esq., Goehring Rutter & Boehm

Board of School DirectorsMany people help to shape our school district, but the Pine-Richland School Board answers both to the commu-nity and the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Board members set policy for administrators to carry out. School boards have three essential functions: planning, setting policies and evaluating results.

Once the board sets direction, the superintendent of schools, the administrative team and the entire staff work coopera-tively and creatively to carry out the board’s objectives.

Elected by the board, the superintendent serves as the chief executive officer. It is his/her responsibility to recommend the appointment of all other personnel to the board, for their review and approval, and to bring recommendations to the board for action in carrying out the mission of the school district.

Open Meetings School board meetings are open to residents of Pine and Richland townships. The board meets regularly for both planning and action purposes. All formal actions (decision-making) is conducted and voted upon in public meetings. Meetings are listed in this calendar and are advertised in the local newspapers. Changes to the calendar are posted on the website. Meetings are videotaped for re- broadcast on PRTV on Channel 50 and Channel 211 on Armstrong Cable and on Channel 404 on Consolidated Communications.

Addressing the BoardVisitors may ask questions at the beginning and again at the close of each public meeting. Visitors are asked to limit their comments to three minutes, so that everyone may have an opportunity to speak. It is helpful when questions are sent in advance to the superintendent or the school board

secretary, so that the appropriate school official is prepared to respond during a public session. Board members are best able to comment on issues of policy, finance, and education-al philosophy, rather than specific staff-student relations.

Board PolicyCopies of the policies of the Pine-Richland School District are available in the district administrative office, the Pine Center Library (high school) and the Northern Tier Regional Library and on the district website: www.pinerichland.org.

Right-to-Know LawThe Pine-Richland School Board recognizes the importance of public records as the record of the district’s actions and the repository of information about the district. Public records are available for access and duplication in accordance with law and PR board policy. For more information, contact Open Record Officer Carolyn Boice at [email protected].

Smoke-Free Campus For the safety and well being of our students, staff and visitors – all Pine-Richland school buildings, fields, stadiums and campus areas are smoke and tobacco free. This policy is in force 24 hours a day, year round. Smoking, or the use of smokeless tobacco, by any person at any time is prohibited.

Tax Information GuideTownship of Pine www.twp.pine.pa.usTownship of Pine Real Estate Taxes (1.2 mills) and Pine-Richland School District Real Estate Taxes (21.9084 mills) are collected by Jordan Tax Service, Inc., 102 Rahway Rd., McMurray, PA 15317-3349. Phone: 724-731-2315.

> Earned Income Tax* - (1% of earned income and 1% of net profits). This tax is shared equally between the school district and the township and is collected by the Township of Pine Earned Income Tax Department. Office hours are Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone: 724-625-1636, ext. 118.

> Per Capita Tax - $10 per person, ages 18 and older, is collected from residents. Jordan Tax Service, Inc. collects this tax on behalf of the school district.

Richland Township www.richland.pa.usRichland Township Taxes (2.75 mills) and Pine-Richland School District Real Estate Taxes (21.9084 mills) are collected by Jordan Tax Service, Inc., 102 Rahway Rd., McMurray, PA 15317-3349. Phone: 724-731-2315.

> Earned Income Tax (1% of earned income and 1% of net profits). This tax is shared equally between the school district and the township. Berkheimer Associates, P.O. Box 904, Bangor, PA 18013, is the earned income tax collection service for Richland Township.

> Per Capita Tax - $10 per person, ages 18 and older, is also collected from residents. Jordan Tax Service, Inc. collects this tax on behalf of the school district.

Allegheny County Real Estate Taxes are collected by John Weinstein, County Treasurer. Phone: 412-350-4100. Website: www.county.Allegheny.pa.usno t e: County and Township Real Estate Taxes are levied annually for the calendar year from Jan. 1 – Dec. 31.

Pine-Richland School District Real Estate Taxes are levied annually for the fiscal year from July 1 – June 30. * Based on new legislation, earned income tax collection is subject to change.

TechnologyThe Pine-Richland School District is partnering with VARtek Services, the industry leader in K-12 managed technol-ogy solutions. VARtek, which serves 15 school districts in Indiana, Michigan, Ohio and now in Pennsylvania, will help the district optimize the use of resources within the current budget.

Other districts which work with VARtek report a more ef-ficient technology environment at typically lower costs than previously budgeted. PRSD expects the same benefit of providing maximum technology resources cost effectively and efficiently.

VARtek, which was founded in 1989, integrates a broad range of computing resources into a managed solution that is ideal for schools. VARtek focuses on needs of K-12 schools and includes professional development and training resourc-es, operating software, hardware and support services.

By joining forces, VARtek Services and PRSD will be able to provide our teachers and students technology benefits that will enhance classroom learning and help prepare students for the future.

Through this partnership, VARtek will provide a complete and comprehensive Managed Technology Plan that will ensure a sound technology environment and smooth transition with the current technology staff.

The district expects to be provided with expertise, efficiency and friendly service with a team of both familiar and new faces who will work collaboratively with our teachers to meet our technology needs.

Classroom ResourcesInteractive whiteboards, student response devices, a learning management system, laptop computers and a high speed data infrastructure are among the district’s resources, which provide students with an interactive learning environment rich in technology. State-of-the-art

technologies integrated into a 21st century curriculum promote scenarios that give Pine-Richland School District students opportunities to engage in demanding activities that are local, focused and individual and activities that can be global, diverse and collaborative.

Parents are encouraged to discuss technology issues with their children and establish appropriate parameters for its use. As with any tool, technology has both helpful and harmful sides. Engage, explore and grow!

Student Interviews and PhotosIndividual and/or group interviews, photographs or videotapes of Pine-Richland students may be taken during the school year for use by the district in publications, local newspapers or PR-TV. Pine-Richland provides opportunities for positive media publicity by arranging for reporters or photographers to interview and/or photograph students. A staff member is always present. Student photos will be placed on the website from time to time. If you prefer that your child not be interviewed or photographed for publicity purposes, please notify your child’s building principal in writing by Sept. 30, each school year.

Alliance Against Highly Addictive DrugsThe Alliance Against Highly Addictive Drugs is a consor-tium of nearly 30 school districts. The districts have joined together to discuss, educate and help children and par-ents fighting the addiction of drugs within the region. For more information, visit www.drug-alliance.org or contact Dr. Al Wille at 724-625-7773, ext. 6601.

Responsible ReportingThe district instituted the Do the Right Thing/See Act Follow through Every Day (SAFE) initiative in 2008. The program encourages staff members and students to be vigilant by watching for strangers on school grounds and to report incidents in which someone is harming others. As a result, students have been participating in sessions about responsible reporting, cyber safety and cyber bullying.

(Front Row: l-R) directors Scott Stedeford, therese dawson, aafke

loney and treasurer dennis Sundo, (Back Row: l-R) directors Kevin nigh,

a. Robert necciai, Dr. Jeffrey Banyas, vice President Richard herko and

President Stephen hawbaker

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District AdministrationAdministrative Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 724-625-7773Receptionist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 6000

Dr. Mary Bucci. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 6100Superintendent

Carolyn Boice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 6100Superintendent Secretary & School Board Secretary

Dr. David Foley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 6111Assistant Superintendent

Jan Hopper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 6110Assistant Superintendent Secretary

Dr. Laura Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 6203Director of Staff Development

Dana Siford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 6303Director of Finance & Operations

Ryan Manzer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 6301Assistant Director of Finance

Cathy Dankmyer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 6000Enrollment Coordinator

Linda Myers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 6300Accounts Payable Specialist

Diane McGuire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 6304Personnel & Data Specialist

Kimberly Kurz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 6302Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Anthony DiTommaso, Esq. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 6201Director of Legal Affairs & Human Resources

Linda Lichina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 6200Human Resources Specialist

Rachel Hathhorn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 6202Director of Communications

School Building InformationHance Elementary School 724-443-1541John Mayberry, Principal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 3602Secretary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 3601Wendy Wood, Secretary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 3000Tammy Godino, School Counselor . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 3650Terry Wentz, School Nurse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 3625Cafeteria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 3103

Richland Elementary School 724-443-1558Dr. Guy Rossi, Principal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 8101Kathy Morrissey, Secretary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 8102Carolyn Will, Secretary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 8101Amy Molitor, School Counselor . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 8104School Nurse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 8105Cafeteria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 8113

Wexford Elementary School 724-935-4631Rick Walsh, Principal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 221Patricia Seibert, Secretary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 221Donna Halli, Secretary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 222Amy Kleissas, School Counselor . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 224Mary Beth Chips, School Nurse . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 226Cafeteria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext.232

Eden Hall Upper 724-443-1450 Elementary SchoolRobert Cooper, Principal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 7001Joseph Domagala, Assistant Principal. . . . . . . . .ext. 7001Sally Schuster, Secretary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 7001Sue Spakauskas, Receptionist . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 7000Tara Brandt, School Records Secretary. . . . . . . .ext. 7007Melissa Sullivan, School Counselor . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 7009Brad-Leigh Gaines, School Counselor. . . . . . . . .ext. 7008Sue Leonberg, School Nurse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 7025Cafeteria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 7127

Pine-Richland Middle School 724-625-3111at t e n d a n c e li n e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .e x t. 1da i ly an n o u n c e m e n t s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .e x t. 4David Kristofic, Principal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 254Aaron Cornell, Assistant Principal . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 254Nancy Merriman-Koegler, Secretary . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 221Lynn Ross, Secretary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 254Karen Halliday, School Nurse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 222M.S. Guidance Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .724-625-4091Christine Galbraith, Counselor Secretary . . . . . . . .ext. 227Jennifer Mullaugh, School Counselor. . . . . . . . . . .ext. 229Marcie Thomas, School Counselor . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 230Cafeteria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 238

Pine-Richland High School 724-625-4444da i ly an n o u n c e m e n t s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .e x t. 5John Pietrusinski, Principal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 1600Matthew Delp, Assistant Principal . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 1600Michele Welter, Assistant Principal . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 1600Kathy Morrow, Secretary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 1600Margie Becker, Attendance Secretary . . . . . . . . .ext. 1602Kathy Duff, High School Receptionist . . . . . . . . .ext. 1000Michelle Schonbachler, School Nurse . . . . . . . . .ext. 1625Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 1553Cafeteria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 6725Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 6750 co l l e g i at e & gu i d a n c e se r V i c e s

Jean Whalen, Director of Collegiate Affairs . . . . .ext. 1654Rachael Mandell, School Counselor (A-E) . . . . . . ext.1657Jennifer Bowers, School Counselor (F-K) . . . . . .ext. 1652Toni Filipowski, School Counselor (L-Q). . . . . . . .ext. 1653Leslie Straub, School Counselor (R-Z) . . . . . . . . .ext. 1655Nancy Hennessy, Guidance Secretary. . . . . . . . .ext. 1650Barbara Williams, Guidance Secretary. . . . . . . . .ext. 1651

Community ContactsTownship of Pine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .724-625-1591http://twp.pine.pa.us/index.html

Richland Township . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .724-443-5921 http://richland.pa.us/

Pine-Richland Youth Center . . . . . . . . . . . .724-443-3796http://pryc.org/

Northern Tier Regional Library www.einetwork.net/ein/richland/

Northern Tier Richland Center 724-449-26654015 Dickey Rd., Gibsonia PA

Monday -Thursday - 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.Friday - 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.Saturdays - 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Northern Tier Pine Center 724-625-5655700 Warrendale Road, Gibsonia

The Pine Center is located in the high school library and is open to students and community residents from Monday – Thursday from 2:30 - 5:30 p.m. during the school year.

Northern Tier Bookmobile 412-321-1853The Bookmobile is located at the Pine Tree Shoppes on Rt. 19 in Wexford each Friday from 12:30 - 2:45 p.m.

School HoursPine-Richland High School Opening: 7:20 a.m.Dismissal: 2:26 p.m.

Beattie Career CenterAM Session: 7:30 - 10:20 a.m.PM Session: 11:45 - 2:30 p.m.

Pine-Richland Middle SchoolOpening: 7:20 a.m.Dismissal: 2:26 p.m.

Eden Hall Upper Elementary SchoolOpening: 8:20 a.m.Dismissal: 3:05 p.m.

Hance, Richland & Wexford Elementary SchoolsOpening: 9:15 a.m. Dismissal: 3:45 p.m.Kindergarten: (AM) 9:15 a.m. - noon (PM) 1-3:45 p.m.

Two-Hour DelayBus pickup and school opening is delayed by two hours. Lunch will be served.

mo d i F i e d ki n d e r g a rt e n sc H e d u l e - Morning kindergarten will meet from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. Afternoon kindergarten will meet from 2 to 3:45 p.m.

Before and After 724-625-2199 School Child CareStepping Stones Children’s Centerwww.steppingstoneschildrenscenter.orgMain Center: 712 Warrendale Rd., Gibsonia

Before and after school care is available at each elementary school through Stepping Stones Children’s Center. Stepping Stones Children’s Center is a private non-profit organization whose mission is the total development of children.

Paula Schmitt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 6501Director of Special Education

Nancy Schindler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 6501Special Education Secretary

Mary Pegher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 6500Psychological Services Secretary

Dr. Maura Paczan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 6500Lead Psychologist

Melissa Kuban Ramirez . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext.6504School Psychologist

Dr. Ronald Meisberger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 724-625-3111Special Project/Cyber School Coordinator

Thomas Wilk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 724-443-7230VARtek Regional Director of Technology

Dr. Albert Wille. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 6601Director of Transportation & Security

Lisa McKenzie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 6600Transportation, Security & Facilities Use Secretary

Gary Zang . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 6750Director of Buildings & Grounds

Craig Schomaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 6751Buildings and Grounds Coordinator

Gail Christy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 6750Supervisor of Custodial Services

Cherry Cerminara . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 724-625-3550Food Services, Sodexho

Bus Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 724-444-7766Monark Student Transportation

Activities OfficeMarty Trombetta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 1660Activities Coordinator

PR-TVSteve Karpinski . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext.1505PR-TV/Stage Manager

William Clack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 1911Media Services Technician

Athletic Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 6 Clair Altemus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 6801Athletic Director

Lynn Campbell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 6800Secretary

Mary Seaman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 6802Secretary

RAM Sports Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 7000

Athletic Trainers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 6825

Swimming Pool/Pete Barry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ext. 1578Aquatics Director

Use of FacilitiesThe PR Board of Directors approved a revised policy governing use of the district’s facilities, which incorporates new procedures and a new application form for obtaining a permit to use the district’s buildings and athletic fields.

Copies of the revised policy and new application form for a Facilities Use Permit can be found at www.pinerichland.org.

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Special Education Screening, Evaluation & Placement ProceduresThe school district uses the following procedures, as required by law, for locating, identifying and evaluating specialized needs of school age students who may require special programs or services.

The district routinely conducts screenings of children’s hearing acuity (grades K, 1, 2, 3 and 7), visual acuity (all grade levels) and speech and language skills (kindergarten and teacher referral). Gross motor and fine motor skills, academic skills and social emotional skills are assessed by classroom teachers on an ongoing basis. Identified needs from all of these screening sources are noted within the child’s official file. These school records are available to parents, and to school staff who work with the child on a direct or indirect basis. Information from the records is released to other persons or agencies only with appropriate authorization which requires written signed permission by parents.

If You Have ConcernsParents who have concerns regarding their child may contact the building principal at any time to request a screening of their child. All communication with parents and students shall be in English or the native language of the parents.

Screening information will be used by the Intervention Planning Team within the child’s school to meet his or her specific needs or to document the need for further evaluation.

Working TogetherAfter all evaluations are completed, an evaluation report will be completed with parental involvement. This report includes specific recommendations on how to help the child, as well as, whether the child is eligible for any special education programs. Parents are then invited to participate in a meeting where the results of this multidisciplinary evaluation will be reviewed and an Individualized Education Program (IEP) will be developed for those students who are eligible for special education services.

All parents are presented with a Notice of Recommended Educational Placement (NOREP) which formally specifies the school district’s special education recommendations. Parents may disagree with the recommended program and may suggest alternatives. Either the parent or the school district may choose to use a mediation or due process hearing as an impartial method to determine the most appropriate program for the child.

Students with DisabilitiesIn compliance with state and federal law, the Pine-Richland School District will provide to each protected student with disabilities, without discrimination or cost to the student or family, those related aids, services or accommodations which are needed to provide equal opportunity to participate in and obtain the benefits of the school program and extracurricular activities to the maximum extent appropriate to the student’s abilities. To qualify as a protected student

with disabilities, the child must be of school age with a physical or mental disability which substantially limits or prohibits participation in, or access to, any aspect of the school program.

These services and protections for students with disabilities are distinct from those applicable to all eligible or exceptional students enrolled (or seeking enrollment) in special education programs.

To qualify for services as a protected student with disabilities, the referred person must be of an age to which public education is offered in his/her school district.

Services for Preschool Age Children with DisabilitiesAct 212, the Early Intervention System Act, entitles all preschool age children with disabilities to appropriate early intervention services. Young children experiencing developmental delays or physical or mental disabilities are eligible for early intervention services.

The Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare is responsible for providing services to children from birth through two years of age. Contact the Alliance for Infants and Toddlers, 2801 Custer Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15227 or call 412-885-6000.

The Pennsylvania Department of Education is responsible for providing services to preschool age children from ages three through five. Contact Project DART at 412-394-5736.

Services for School Age Exceptional ChildrenThe school district provides a free, appropriate public education to exceptional students according to state and federal mandates. To be eligible, the child must be of school age, need specially designed instruction and meet eligibility criteria for mentally gifted and/or one or more of the following physical or mental disabilities as set forth in the Pennsylvania State Standards: autism/pervasive developmental disorder, blindness/visual impairment, deafness/hearing impairment, mental retardation, multi-handicap, neurological impairment, physical disability, serious emotional disturbance, specific learning disability and speech/language impairment.

Services designed to meet the needs of eligible students include the annual development of an Individualized Education Program (IEP), periodic multidisciplinary re-evaluation, supportive intervention in the regular class or in a special education resource program, placement in a part-time or full-time special education class in a regular school or placement in a full-time special education class outside of the regular school. The extent of special education services and the location for the delivery of such services are determined by the parents and staff at the IEP team meeting and is based on the student’s identified needs and abilities, chronological age and the level of intensity of the specified intervention.

The school district also provides related services, such as transportation, speech and language therapy, physical therapy and occupational therapy, which are necessary to enable the student to derive educational benefits.

Services for Students in Nonpublic SchoolsPublic special education is accessible to resident students attending nonpublic schools by permitting the nonpublic school student to enroll on a part-time dual enrollment basis in a special education program operated in a public school.

Special education programs are accessible to nonpublic school students through dual enrollment following the multi-disciplinary team evaluation and the development of an Individualized Education Program (IEP).A parent of a nonpublic school student who suspects his/her child is exceptional and in need of special education may request a multi-disciplinary team evaluation of his/her child through a written request to Paula Schmitt, Director of Special Education, 702 Warrendale Road, Gibsonia, PA 15044.

Parents’ Right to KnowUnder “No Child Left Behind”, parents have the right to ask for the following information about their children’s classroom teachers or paraprofessionals:

> Whether the teacher is properly certified by the PA Dept. of Education for the grades and subjects he or she teaches.

> Whether the teacher is teaching under emergency or other provisional status in which Pennsylvania licensing criteria have been waived.

> Whether the teacher has any baccalaureate degrees or advanced degrees and the subject of the degrees.

> Whether the child is provided services by paraprofessionals and, if so, their qualifications.

If you would like to receive specific information about your child’s teacher or paraprofessional, please contact your school principal.

Our district is fully committed to the success of your child. We appreciate your partnership in our efforts to provide the best education for your child.

More Information is AvailableMore information is available on the following topics: > Parental Rights> Mediation or Due Process> Special Education Services> Evaluation Procedures> Services for Protected Students with Disabilities

In addition, the district’s Educational Records Policy and procedures for requests for a protected students with disabilities are available upon request from your child’s building principal or the Special Education Office.Paula Schmitt, Director of Special Education Pine-Richland School District Special Education Department702 Warrendale Road, Gibsonia, PA 15044724-625-7773, ext. 6501

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Inspection & Review of Educational RecordsParents and legal guardians of PRSD students, and students who are 18 years of age or older, may inspect and review the student’s educational records. Any parent/guardian or eligible student desiring to review a student’s educational records must complete this request form and submit it to the principal of the school where the student is enrolled or was previously enrolled. Within 30 days of the receipt of this request, the school principal will notify the requesting party of the time and place where the records can be inspected. All appointments to inspect and review educational records will occur on PRSD’s premises, except to the extent expressly provided below.

Off-Site Review of Tests & ExamsUpon approval of the school principal and the superintendent, a copy of a locally developed examination may be provided to a requesting parent/guardian or eligible student for review at an off-site location. In order to ensure the privacy and security of such documents, and to prevent their unauthorized copying and distribution, any individual requesting a copy of a locally developed examination must agree to return the records to the school principal within 48 hours of receipt. In addition, the individual requesting a copy of a locally developed examination must agree not to reveal, show, disclose or otherwise provide the document(s) to any other individual. The requesting party’s signature on this form evidences his/her understanding of an agreement to comply with these requirements.

Locally Developed Examinations means examinations or other assessment materials that are created or adapted for use by a PRSD teacher or teachers and which are utilized by said teacher or teachers to assess student progress in a particular course or subject of academic study; provided, however, that the term Locally Developed Examination shall not include any mid-term or final examination or test given in a particular course or subject of study.

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), in addition to Pennsylvania Department of Education regulations and School Board Policy, afford parents and students over 18 years of age (“eligible students”) certain rights with respect to the student’s education records. These rights are:

1. The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 30 days of the date the district receives a request for access. Parents or eligible students should submit to the principal of the school where the student is enrolled or was previously enrolled a written request that identifies the record(s) they wish to inspect. The principal or his or her designee will make arrangements for access and notify the parent or eligible student of the time and place where the records may be inspected. (A copy of the request form may be downloaded from the district’s website or may be obtained from the principal’s office or the district’s administrative office).

2. The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that a parent or eligible student believes are inaccurate. In order to request such an amendment, the parent or eligible student should make the request in writing to the school principal and clearly identify the record they want changed. The request should also specify the reasons why the record is believed to be inaccurate. If the district decides not to amend the record as requested by the parent or eligible student, the district will notify the parent or eligible student of the decision and advise them of their right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the parent or eligible student when notified of the right to a hearing.

3. The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. One such exception is for a disclosure to school officials who possess a legitimate educational interest in the record. A school official is a person employed by the district as an administrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staff member (including health or medical staff and law enforcement unit personnel); a person serving on the school board; a person or company with whom the school has contracted to perform a special task (such as an attorney, auditor, medical consultant, or therapist); or a parent or student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. The district will also disclose education records

without consent to officials of another school district in which a student seeks or intends to enroll, upon request of that school district.

A parent or eligible student may request that the district disclose educational records to a third party by submitting a written consent form to the district. Consent forms may be downloaded from the district’s website at www.pinerichland.org or may be obtained from the building principal’s office or the PRSD Administrative Offices.

Parents and eligible students also have the right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the district to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the office that administers FERPA are as follows:Family Policy Compliance OfficeU.S. Department of Education400 Maryland Avenue, SWWashington, DC 20202-5901

Special Notice Regarding Directory InformationAs described in the previous section, FERPA requires that the district, with certain exceptions, obtain the written consent of the parent or eligible student prior to the disclosure of personally identifiable information from the student’s education records. However, the district may disclose certain “directory information” without such prior written consent unless the parent or eligible student has notified the district that they do want directory information to be disclosed.

Directory information refers to information which would not be considered harmful or an invasion of privacy if disclosed, and includes the following: name, address, telephone number, e-mail address, date and place of birth, major field of study, grade level, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, weight and height of members of athletic teams, dates of attendance, degrees and awards received and the most previous educational agency or institution attended. In addition, photographs and/or video footage of students may be used in articles appearing in media outlets, on the district website and/or in connection with television coverage of school events. If you do not want the district to disclose such directory information without your prior written consent, you must notify the PRSD administrative office in writing. Such notices should be delivered no later than Sept. 30 of the current school year.

Notice Regarding Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA) affords parents certain rights regarding our conduct of surveys, collection and use of information for marketing purposes, and certain physical exams. These include the right to:

Consent before students are required to submit to a survey that concerns one or more of the following protected areas (“protected information survey”) if the survey is funded in whole or in part by a program of the US Department of Education (ED):Political affiliations or beliefs of the student or student’s parent;

> Mental or psychological problems of the student or student’s family

> Sex behavior or attitudes

> Illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating or demeaning behavior

> Critical appraisals of others with whom respondents have close family relationships

> Legally recognized privileged relationships, such as with lawyers, doctors, or ministers

> Religious practices, affiliations, or beliefs of the student or parents

> Income, other than as required by law to determine program eligibility

Receive notice and an opportunity to opt a student out of:

> Any other protected information survey, regardless of funding

> Any non-emergency, invasive physical exam or screening required as a condition of attendance, administered by the school or its agent, and not necessary to protect the immediate health and safety of a student, except for hearing, vision, or scoliosis screenings, or any physical exam or screening permitted or required under state law

> Activities involving collection, disclosure, or use of personal information obtained from students for marketing or to sell or otherwise distribute the information to others; provided, however, that these requirements do not apply to personal information collected from students for the exclusive purpose of developing, evaluating, or providing educational products or services for or to students or educational institutions

Inspect, upon request and before administration or use:> Protected information surveys of students

> Instruments used to collect personal information from students for any of the above marketing, sales or other distribution purposes

> Instructional material used as part of the educational curriculum

These rights transfer from the parents to a student who is 18 years old or an emancipated minor under state law.The district has developed and adopted policies, in consultation with parents, regarding these rights, as well as arrangements to protect student privacy in the administration of protected information surveys and the collection, disclosure, or use of personal information for marketing, sales, or other distribution purposes. See Board Policy No. 235 – Student Rights/Surveys, which is available on the district’s website at www.pinerichland.org.

The district will also directly notify, such as through U.S. Mail or email, parents of students who are scheduled to participate in the specific activities or surveys noted below and will provide an opportunity for the parent to opt his or her child out of participation of the specific activity or survey. The district will make this notification to parents at the beginning of the school year if the district has identified the specific or approximate dates of the activities or surveys at that time. For surveys and activities scheduled after the school year starts, parents will be provided reasonable notification of the planned activities and surveys listed below and will be provided an opportunity to opt their child out of such activities and surveys. Parents will also be provided an opportunity to review any pertinent surveys. Following is a list of the specific activities and surveys covered under this requirement:

> Collection, disclosure, or use of personal information for marketing, sales or other distribution

> Administration of any protected information survey not funded in whole or in part by ED

> Any non-emergency, invasive physical examination or screening as described above

Family Policy Compliance OfficeU.S. Department of Education400 Maryland Avenue, S.W. Washington, D.C. 20202-590

Public Notice



PurposeThe purpose of the Pine-Richland School District (PRSD) Discipline Code is to present standard behavioral expectations based on school board policy for all students in the district. PRSD also recognizes that behavioral expectations may vary according to the developmental needs of growing young people. Therefore, each school building in the district has its own student code of conduct as well. Individual building codes of conduct are in keeping with this district discipline code but present details specific to the needs of particular student populations. Parents are encouraged to become familiar with the PRSD Discipline Code as well as that of each building and to review these documents with their children.

Parents, guardians and students are also referred to Policy No. 218 of the board policy manual for additional information regarding the discipline code, student conduct and consequences of inappropriate or proscribed behaviors and conduct.

In the event of any conflict between the provisions of this discipline code and any building handbook or code of conduct, the terms of this discipline code will control and take precedence. In the event of any conflict between the terms of this discipline code and any board policy, the applicable board policy will control and take precedence.

Goals • To ensure the rights and personal dignity of students and staff• To emphasize the need to accept personal responsibility

for self-discipline• To assure a fair, consistent, reasonable approach to the administration of the discipline code• To maintain an effective and safe teaming environment• To protect and maintain school property• To identify and assist students who demonstrate inappropriate behavior

The discipline code consists of four levels. Levels I, II,III and IV represent a continuum of misbehaviors basedon the seriousness of the act and the frequency of theoccurrence. Students should avoid the behaviors listedand instead demonstrate good conduct.

The examples provided in this discipline code are not all-inclusive, and should not be interpreted or construed as limiting the types of behaviors or conduct which may subject a student to disciplinary action by school personnel.

Any student found in violation of PR Board Policy, districtrules or regulations, or any local, state or federal laws will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action.

Student Expectations & Behavioral GuidelinesConduct is closely related to learning. An effective instructional program requires a wholesome and orderly schoolenvironment. While self-discipline is the district’s primarygoal, from time to time, the school district may take disciplinary action to accomplish the following objectives:1. To assist young people in developing acceptable

behavior patterns in school and in the community2. To assist young people in developing respect for

themselves, other students, faculty and advisors, school property and safety in general

3. To assist young people to become responsible adults4. To provide young people with a firm yet responsible

framework upon which they may develop to their fullest capacity, compatible with the goals of home and community, and whose end result is good citizenship and responsible character development

Students are expected to know and respect the rules and regulations of the district and its schools, and to behave in a manner appropriate to good citizenship. These expectations and guidelines apply to students during their travel to and from school, during school and at all school-related activities. Common sense, good faith and a shared desire for a safe and healthy learning environment are the key ingredients of this discipline code.

Expectations for student behavior can be summarized in several simple, yet important terms. Students are expected:• To Be Prompt• To Be Prepared• To Be Polite• To Participate• To Progress

Most students easily meet these expectations. They aresuccessful in school because these behaviors have been learned at home and practiced in school. Students who do not meet these expectations will be assigned consequences of various levels to encourage them to change their behavior.

The School Board Policy Manual, including all current and up-to-date amendments, is maintained under the “School Board” page on the district’s website at www.pinerichland.org. A hard bound copy is also available for inspection in the PRSD Administrative Office and in the public libraries located in the townships of Pine and Richland.

AttendanceStudents are expected to report to school on time eachday and to report to all classes and study halls on time. A written excuse, signed by a student’s parent or guardian,is required for each absence or incidence of tardiness. This excuse is required within five days after the absence or tardy to school. Tardiness or absences, which are unexcused after the five days, are recorded as permanently unexcused.

Note: A parent or guardian signature on the excuse is necessary, even if the student is 18 years or older.

Participation in Special Events(Activities/Athletics)Student attendance in school on the day of any extracurricular activity (athletic event, club activity, musical,concert, homecoming, prom or field trip) is expected.At minimum, students must attend one-half of the schoolday with a valid excuse for late arrival/early dismissal, tobe eligible to participate in the extracurricular activity.

Participation in extracurricular activities and athletic events is a privilege. Violations of the discipline code may also result in exclusion from participation in such events and activities, in addition to the consequences set forth below.

Excused AbsencesFive reasons are defined as excused absences from school:1. Observance of religious holidays2. Health care3. Illness or other urgent reasons4. Educational trips with prior approval

(Note: A completed district trip request form must be submitted to the principal two weeks prior to the trip.)5. Other approved absences such as tutoring, homebound

instruction, work study or graduation preparation

A student who misses class work and exams due to anexcused absence may make up all work within a time period equal to the absence, plus one additional day, unless alternate arrangements are agreed to between the student and the student’s teachers.

Unexcused Absences or TardinessFor each day of absence or tardiness from class judgedas unexcused or illegal by the school administration, thestudent receives a failing (F) grade for the day in that class. Students who are not granted an excused absence/tardy will not be permitted to make up any written work, or to take any tests or examinations missed during the absence. After 10 days of absence or tardiness in the school year, parents will be notified by school authorities concerning the student’s attendance pattern. After five days of continuous absence or after the 15th day of cumulative absence or tardiness, the school may require the parent to verify the student’s illness by a written statement from a physician.

Illness at SchoolA student who becomes ill at school should ask for a pass to the health office. A student must report to the health office rather than going to the restroom. Spending time in the restroom while ill constitutes an illegal unexcused absence from class.

Tardy to SchoolStudents are expected to arrive at school on time each day. Arriving at school any time after the tardy bell rings constitutes a tardy. After that time, the student must report to the school office or attendance office immediately upon entering the building. A valid, written excuse signed by the parent/guardian is required within five days after the tardy. Any tardy remaining as unexcused after five days will be permanently recorded as ‘unexcused’ and will result in consequences as outlined in the discipline code. Tardiness to school must be for valid reasons. “Sleeping in”, “missing the bus” and “car problems” are not considered as valid reasons for being tardy. A late school bus is a valid excuse.

TruancyThe laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania providefor a $300 per day fine and allow the court to imposeeducation classes and community service sentencesupon parents of a truant child who do not show they tookreasonable steps to ensure the child’s school attendance.It provides that the parent and child must appear at a hearing before the district magistrate. This law also providesthat truant students can lose their driver’s license for 90days for a first offense and six months for a second offense.

Early DismissalAppointments for students should be scheduled afterschool hours, except in cases of emergency. Should anappointment during school hours be imperative, parentsshould write a request for an early dismissal in pen onsuitable stationery, which the student should present to the school office or attendance office at the start of the school day. The note must state: student’s full name, date of dismissal, time of dismissal, reason for dismissal, signature of parent/guardian, and phone number of parent/guardian for verification. All students must check out through the school office/attendance office when leaving the building for an early dismissal.

Leaving the School Building or PropertyStudents are not permitted to go outside the schoolbuilding (including the school parking lot or recess areas) or leave the school property without permission from the school office, or except when accompanied by a faculty member, coach or school administrator. Parents wishing to pick up a student during the school day (early dismissal) must meet the student at the school office/attendance office. Identification may be requested.

Care of School Property Schools help students learn to respect property and develop feelings of pride in community institutions. Students are responsible for the proper care of school property and the school supplies and equipment entrusted to their use. Students who willfully damage school property will receive consequences which include legal consequences. Parents may be held liable for any damage or destruction to school property caused by their children.

Glass ContainersGlass containers are NOT permitted in school buildings.

School District LockersLockers are the property of the school district. Studentsshall have no expectation of privacy in or regarding their locker. No student may use a locker to store a substance or object which is prohibited by law or district regulations or which threatens the health, safety or welfare of the building and its occupants.

School officials have the right to inspect a school districtlocker when there is a reasonable suspicion that the locker is being used improperly. It is desirable but not always necessary that the student be notified and allowed to be present before a locker search.

WeaponsThe Board of School Directors maintains a zero-tolerance policy regarding weapons in our schools. Students are prohibited from possessing or bringing on to the school premises any firearm, explosive weapon, club, knife, brass knuckles, any other dangerous or illegal instrument or any replica of a weapon which is represented as such.

Students cannot interfere with the normal activities, occupancy, or use of any building or portion of the schoolcampus by exhibiting, using, or threatening to exhibit oruse a dangerous weapon or its look-alike. Any student who brings or possesses a weapon on school property at any school-sponsored activity or on any public conveyance providing transportation to a school or school-sponsored activity shall be expelled for a period of not less than one year. However, the superintendent, in his or her discretion, may recommend discipline short of expulsion on a case-by-case basis. Such student will also be referred to local law enforcement authorities for criminal prosecution. School premises is defined as the school building, the school grounds, athletic fields, school buses and facilities/ areas visited while on school field trips.

Should a student need to use a look-alike instrument foreducational purposes, he/she must request permissionfrom the building principal, prior to the class, and keep the look-alike in the office when not being used in class.

Please refer to Board Policy No. 218.1 for additional information. Safe Schools ActPennsylvania law requires a mandatory one year expulsion for the possession of weapons on school property, including school buses and school-sponsored events. It requires parents to provide a sworn statement upon registering their child in school as to whether the child had previously been suspended or expelled from another school. Act 26 also requires schools to maintain records on acts of violence and weapon possession and to forward student discipline records when a student transfers to another school.



Delinquent vs. Criminal ActsPennsylvania law provides that any person age 15 or older who commits a violent crime and committed either the crime with a deadly weapon or previously has been adjudicated delinquent for a violent crime, will automatically be tried as an adult in the criminal justice system.

Dress and GroomingAll students are expected to dress in a manner thatpromotes school pride and enhances the school’s image. Student dress and grooming must be clean, neat, modest, proper and consistent with the educational, safety and sanitary environment of the school. Dress should not be disruptive to the educational process. Repeated dress code violations may be dealt with as incidents of defiance of authority or insubordination.

Dress Code Guidelines• Clothing and hair should be clean and not disruptive to

the learning environment.• Headgear, sunglasses and heavy chains are not permitted.• Clothing may not display letters, symbols or images that

display or contain sexual innuendos, profanity, gore, or other obscene words or images; that depict, promote or incite violence or acts of violence; or which promote, encourage or solicit the use of alcohol, drugs, or tobacco.

• Outerwear (coats and jackets) should remain in lockers or storage areas during school hours.

• Students will be permitted to carry only one bag to classes to include, but not limited to, a book bag, purse and gym bag.

• Revealing clothing (halters, thin straps) or clothes which expose midriff or back are not permitted.

• Dresses, skirts and shorts must be fingertip length. Tight fitting pants, dresses, and skirts must be worn

with a top that is fingertip in length.• Clothing with holes or slashes is not permitted.

Driving to SchoolDriving in personal vehicles to and from school is limitedby school policy to special circumstances and is by permit only. Students are strongly encouraged to utilize the

district-provided bus transportation to and from school. The school district assumes no responsibility for student safety or for personal property damages. Driving privileges are limited to high school students possessing a valid Pennsylvania drivers’ license (not a PA Learners’ Permit) and who agree to the student driving regulations. Detailed information concerning student driving, student riders and loss of driving/riding privileges is available at the high school.

Drugs and AlcoholThe PR School Board takes a no tolerance attitude toward the use or abuse of drugs and alcohol. District policy prohibits the possession and/or use, mimic of use, sale, mimic of sale, distribution and/or intent of distribution of any illegal or controlled mood altering chemical medication, or abused chemical not approved by the health office on school property, at school sponsored curricular and extra-curricular activities or field trips, on school buses and en route to and from school by any mode of travel.

Violation of this policy include the possession, use, sale,distribution, or mimicking the possession, use, sale or distribution of chemicals or paraphernalia.

Po s s e s s i o n/us e o F dr u g s/al c o H o l

The following consequences are in place for studentspossessing and/or using drugs and/or alcohol:• Suspension (three -10 days)• Parent conference required before returning to classes• Referral to the police• Referral to drug and/or alcohol treatment

Consequences may also include a conference with thesuperintendent, a behavior contract, longer termsuspension, alternate educational placement and/or temporary or permanent expulsion.

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The consequences for distributing, sharing or involving others in the use of drugs and/or alcohol in school include all of the consequences listed above, plus possible referral to the school board for expulsion.

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The sale of drugs and/or alcohol in the PRSD will not betolerated. Students will be adjudicated before both thePR Board of School Directors and appropriate legal authorities. The school consequence is permanent expulsion from the district. The police and district attorney will determine the legal consequences.

Possession and Use of TobaccoStudents are prohibited from both possessing and using tobacco products, including cigars, cigarettes, pipes, and all other tobacco and smokeless tobacco products (chew and look-alike products) in school buildings, on school buses, on school property, and at school-sponsored events and activities, including travel to and from such events and activities. In addition to disciplinary consequences, students will be issued a citation for use or possession of smoke or smokeless tobacco.

Lighted ObjectsIt is a violation of the fire code to have a lighted object inthe school or to interfere with fire protection equipment,systems or procedures. A student who is found with alighted object (cigarette, lighter, match, etc.} or who otherwise violates the fire code will be referred to the proper authorities, which could result in a fine.

Smoke-Free CampusFor the safety and well-being of our students, staff andvisitors, all PRSD buildings, fields and stadium are desig-nated as smoke-free areas. Board policy authorizes the24-hour, year-round smoke-free status. Smoking or theuse of smokeless tobacco, by any person at any time, isprohibited. This policy applies to any person using or renting school facilities at any time.

Electronic DevicesRadios, audio recorders/players, toys and other electronic devices, such as games and MP3 players, should not be brought to school. The district will not be responsible for lost, damaged or stolen electronic devices that are brought onto school property in violation of this policy. The possession or use of pagers (beepers), scanners, and laser pointers and attachments is prohibited.

The use of mobile or cellular telephones during the school day, on school property or at school sponsored activities, whether occurring on or off school property, is prohibited unless approved in advance by the building principal. A violation of these rules is considered a Level I consequence.

Bullying/Cyber BullyingAccording to Pennsylvania guidelines, “Bullying” means an intentional electronic, written, verbal or physical act, or a series of acts: (1) Directed at another student or students; (2) Which occurs in a school setting;(3) That is severe, persistent or pervasive; and(4) That has the effect of doing any of the following:

(i) Substantially interfering with a student’s education; (ii) Creating a threatening environment; or (iii) Substantially disrupting the orderly operation of the

school.

For purposes of the foregoing, “school setting” means any conduct or activity which occurs in the school, on school grounds, in school vehicles, at a designated bus stop or at any activity sponsored, supervised or sanctioned by the school, including travel to and from such activity. All forms of bullying by students are prohibited. This prohibition includes “cyber bullying”, which involves the use of electronic devices to engage in any of the conduct described above.

gu i d e l i n e s F o r re c o g n i z i n g a n d id e n t i F y i n g bu l ly i n g a n d cy b e r bu l ly i n g • It’s bullying and not just playing around, when

two people are unequal in power; and the one with the greater power takes unfair advantage of the less powerful person. Power can be physical size or strength, numbers, socio-economic strata, verbal skill, level of intelligence, popularity, athletic ability, and gender, to name a few. The person who bullies watches for opportunities to pick on, humiliate and tease the target. The target feels defenseless and hopeless…it seems that nothing will stop the treatment.

• Negative actions are repeated, happening over and over in many different settings. Usually adults are unaware or are not present when they occur. The person doing the bullying does it on purpose, and the intent is to hurt another person.

• You can tell that it is bullying and not just playing around when the people involved show unequal levels of feeling (affect). Instead of both people smiling or looking like they are having fun, one person is smiling or look triumphant (“I gotcha!), and one is crying or looking frightened, humiliated, confused or angry.

ex a m P l e s o F P o s s i b l e “b u l ly i n g” • Taking another person’s property• Hitting another person• Name calling• Taunting• Spreading false rumors• Persuading people to reject or keep out another person• Writing hateful notesReports of “bullying” should be made to building principal or the person or persons identified in each building’s code-of-conduct.

Bullying/cyber bullying may have Level I or higher consequences. In addition, conduct which constitutes bullying or cyber bullying may also constitute unlawful harassment, discrimination or hazing, which are also prohibited under applicable law and board policies and may carry additional disciplinary consequences.

Please refer to Board Policy Nos. 103, 247, 248 and 249 for additional information regarding Non-Discrimination, Unlawful Harassment, Hazing and Bullying/Cyber Bullying.

Unlawful HarassmentThe term harassment includes but is not limited to slurs, jokes, or other verbal, graphic or physical conduct relating to an individual’s race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, age or handicap/disability. A substantiated charge of harassment will subject the student to disciplinary action and may include Level II or higher consequences, educational activities or counseling services.

sexual Harassment Includes but is not limited to:• Verbal harassment or abuse• Pressure for sexual activity• Repeated remarks to a person with sexual or demeaning implications or unwanted touching.

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Includes the use of derogatory words, phrases or actions to characterize offensively a given racial or ethnic group. Further, the following behaviors may constitute racial or ethnic intimidation:

• Pressure to engage in racial or ethnic intimidation.• Repeated remarks of demeaning racial or ethnic Implications.• The demeaning display of depiction or any racial or

ethnic group.

Student ExpressionThe rights of students to express themselves in wordsor symbols are limited by the need to maintain an orderlyschool environment and to protect the rights of all members of the school community. Student expressions which violate the rights of others are prohibited. Such expressions are those which:• Libel any specific person or persons;• Seek to establish the supremacy of a particular religious

denomination, sect or point of view;• Advocate the use or advertise the availability of any substance or material which may reasonably be believed

to constitute a direct and substantial danger to the health of students;

• Are obscene or contain material otherwise deemed to be harmful to impressionable students who may receive them;

• Incite violence, advocate the use of force or encourage the violation of law or school regulations; or

• Solicit funds for non-school organizations or institutions when such solicitations have not been approved by the board.

Student Access to TechnologyAs the use of technology increases, so does the concernfor its appropriate use. All students are expected to abide by the guidelines set forth in the Student Access to Technology Resources Agreement. This agreement provides that:• Technology resources are to be used only for learning within the district’s approved curriculum.• Accounts are to be used only by the authorized student

owner. Passwords are not to be shared.• Technical or security problems must be reported

immediately to the teacher.• Outside disks may not be used without prior teacher approval.• Personal information (name, personal address, phone number or credit card number) is not to be shared over

the Internet.• Use of resources to access or process inappropriate material is prohibited.



• Downloading files which may be dangerous to the integrity of the network is not permitted.• Transmission of material, information or software in violation of district policy or federal, state or local law or

regulation is prohibited.• Network users may download educationally appropriate

materials for their own use. Copyrighted materials must be used in accordance with district policy and applicable law.

• No one is permitted to change the setup of a school district computer.• Vandalism (a malicious attempt to harm or destroy

equipment, materials or systems) may result in the cancellation of a user’s privileges and assessment for damages.

• All information stored on district resources is the property of PRSD.

NOTE: Access to the Internet, via school equipment, is a privilege, not a right. Inappropriate, unauthorized or illegal use will result in cancellation of that privilege and application of appropriate disciplinary action. Please refer to Board Policy No. 815 for additional information regarding appropriate use of district technologies.

Terroristic Threats or ActsStudents are prohibited from communicating terroristicthreats or committing terroristic acts directed at anystudent, employee, school director, community memberor school building. Students making a threat or committing such acts may be suspended immediately. The threat or act will be promptly reported to law enforcement officers. The PR School Board may recommend that the student be permanently expelled from PRSD.

School District Bus “Code-of-Conduct”Safety, respect and courtesy are expected of all studentswho ride PR school buses, to and from school, field trips,athletic events or student activities. The rules for safe bus behavior are listed below. During the bus ride, students are expected to display courtesy and respect.

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• Remain seated at all times.• Do not stand until the bus comes to a complete stop.• Walkman sized radios, CDs or tape players may be used with headphones only.• Hand-held games (such as “Game Boy”) may not be

used on the bus.• Do not bring animals onto the school bus.• Shouting and/or using obscene, vulgar or unacceptable

language in or outside of the bus is not permitted.• Do not extend your head, arm, hand or any part of you

out the bus window.• Speak respectfully to the school bus driver.• Driver/student conference and warning• Assigned seats• Principal/student conference and warning• Parent/principal conference• Bus suspension (one or more days)

le V e l i i bu s co n d u c t • Do not damage the bus in any way.• Do not damage personal property of others on the bus.• Do not litter in the bus. Spitting is prohibited.• Do not throw anything inside the bus or out the bus windows.• Do not throw objects or cause injury to others on the bus.• Unwanted physical contact is prohibited.

All bus riders are to follow any special instructions given by the school bus driver. This may include sitting in assigned seats.

• Principal and parent notified of first offense• Restitution for property damage• Bus suspension (One or more days)• Report filed with local police

le V e l i i i bu s co n d u c t • Fighting on the bus is prohibited.• The use or possession of weapons, drugs, tobacco, alcohol or look-a-likes is a serious violation of the

discipline code and will be dealt with accordingly.

Principal and parent notified; bus suspension to runconcurrently with other disciplinary penalties.

Discipline StructureMisbehaviors and their interventions are categorized bylevels according to degree of seriousness and frequencyof occurrence.

School District “Code of Conduct” Misbehaviors and their interventions are categorized by levels according to degree of seriousness and frequency of occurrence. Each building may have additional guidelines for student behavioral expectations.

le V e l iLevel I Offenses include minor misbehaviors on the partof the student which are disruptive to the normal teaching environment and which interfere with the orderly operation of the school. While these misbehaviors are usually handled by the individual staff member who observes the incident, they may require the intervention of other school personnel. Repeated instances of misbehavior at this level raise the offense to a higher level.

Behavior and conduct that may result in Level I consequences includes, but is not limited to, the following: • Swearing• Cafeteria misbehavior• Using walkmans or radios at school• Field trip misbehavior• Hygiene issues• Classroom tardiness• Not displaying parking permit• Dress code violations• Not following the school’s procedure for arriving tardy to school• Bullying/cyber bullying• Reprisals or retaliation for responsible reporting• Engaging in horseplay• Hall roaming• Damaging school property• Public display of affection• Littering• Off-task behaviors• Excessive talking

• Eating/drinking in classrooms or hallways• Misbehavior in assemblies• Unprepared for class• Not following the school’s procedure for early dismissal• School bus misbehavior• Possession or use of laser pens or pointers• Possession or use of electronic devices (pagers/beepers)• Unapproved use/possession of cellular telephone

Examples of Level I consequences include, but are not limited to:• Helping Dialogue• Verbal Warning• Improvement Plan• Written Record of Offense• Assignment to Time-Out Room• Recess Suspension• Detention• Phone Call Home• Denial of Privileges• Confiscation

le V e l i iLevel II Offenses are misbehaviors whose frequency orseriousness disrupts the learning climate of the school or classroom. These infractions can result from the continuation of Level I misbehaviors or include new offenses. The educational consequences are serious enough to require disciplinary action taken by administrative personnel. Repeated or more serious instances of misbehavior at this level raise the offense to a higher level.

Behavior and conduct that may result in Level II consequences includes, but is not limited to, the following:• Persistent Level I Behaviors• Lying• Cheating• Misrepresentation of parent or guardian• Disrespect• Defiance of authority• Insubordination• Driving to school without a parking permit• Use or possession of tobacco• Unlawful harassment• Reprisals or retaliation for responsible reporting• Not serving detention• Unwanted physical contact• Violation of technology agreement

• Forgery (Example: Forging a permission slip)• Cutting class• Leaving school building without permission• School bus misbehavior

Examples of Level II consequences include, but are not limited to:• Improvement plan• Assignment to time-out room• Letter sent home• Written record of offense• Detention• In-school suspension• Out of school suspension• Referral to police or district magistrate

le V e l i i iLevel III offenses are acts whose frequency or seriousness disrupt the learning climate of the school and are directed against persons or properties. These misbehaviors could endanger the health or safety of those in the school.

Behavior and conduct that may result in Level III consequences includes, but is not limited to, the following:• Persistent Level I or II behavior.• Disrespect• Defiance of authority or insubordination• Theft• Threats• Extortion• Bribery• Fighting• Vandalism• Smoke bombs• Unsafe driving in the parking lot• Involvement with alcohol and/or drugs• Unlawful harassment• Possession/use of gambling paraphernalia• Possession/use of drug paraphernalia• Leaving school grounds without permission (Ex.: Cutting school)• School bus misbehavior

Examples of Level III consequences include, but are not limited to:• Recess suspension• Multiple days of in-school suspension• Multiple days of out of school suspension• Parent conference required prior to a return to classes• Referral to the superintendent• Referral to police• Possible referral by the superintendent to the PR Board of School Directors for consideration of expulsion from school

le V e l iVLevel IV misbehaviors disrupt the learning climate of theschool by posing a threat to the health, safety and welfare of others in the school. These criminal acts always require administrative actions and may require the removal of the student from school, the intervention of law enforcement authorities and possible action by the PR School Board.

Behavior and conduct that may result in Level IV consequences includes, but is not limited to, the following:• Persistent Level I, II or III misbehavior• Terroristic threats or acts• Bomb threats• Weapons or look-a-likes• Arson• Assault• Tampering with fire extinguishers or fire safety systems• False fire alarms

Examples of Level IV consequences include, but are not limited to:• Out-of-school suspension• Possible referral by the superintendent to the PR Board

of School Directors for consideration of expulsion from school

• Referral to the police or district magistrate

The Pine-Richland School District will not discriminate in its

educational programs, activities or employment practices, based

on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, ancestry, disability,

union membership, or any other legally protected classification.

Announcement of this policy is in accordance with state and federal

laws, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and

Sections 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans

with Disabilities Act of 1990.

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