I'M LEARNING TO SAY, "NO!" By Laurie Fitsmorris
NO drug RULES my life.
NO limitation RULES my efforts.
NO prejudice RULES my judgment.
NO pressure from my friends RULES my actions.
NO attitude RULES my reason.
NO RULES challenge my spirit.
I have the potential for GREATNESS!
PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
Welcome to Ririe Middle School! Where you will make some lifetime memories that you will look back upon with good feelings about your experience here. This planner will help you in organizing your time and the things you need to do and remember. Just as the poem above tells us we can be in control of everything we do and writing important information helps us accomplish any thing we want. Remember too, as you go through life completing tasks and events, that you treat people with kindness and help others do the same. Watch for people that could use a kind word or your help. As you do so, these good deeds will come back to you in times when you are in need of someone who cares. We have great teachers and staff that care about students and will go the extra mile to see that students are successful and this will happen to you because of these great people and just as the poem says: I (You) have the potential for GREATNESS! This will be a memorable and fun year for everyone as you make positive things happen and if you will stay in control of your destiny. Please read and review this handbook for information that will answer many of your questions and set the guidelines so we can all enjoy a safe and productive school year. Develop good habits now and these habits will continue with you all your life. Let's have a great year and always be in control of your own life. Never let another person make you angry because then they are in control of your life instead of you being in control.
Your Friend, Mr. Perrenoud, Principal
STUDENT REGISTRATION FEE Student Body...........$6.65 Athletic.................$7.95 Book Refund............$5.00 Planner.................$5.00 Tax.....................$0.40 Lab Printer Ink.........$2.00 Class Dues............. $1.00 Total...........................$28.00
ADMINISTRATION
Ron Perrenoud, Principal FACULTY
Tina Andersen 5th Grade OCC. THERAPIST Nikki Taylor PARAPROFESSIONALS
Jessica Balls LUNCH ROOM
JoAnn Park CUSTODIAN Kendall Park
MISSION STATEMENT The Mission of Ririe Joint School District #252 is to provide a safe environment where students gain knowledge and skills, develop confidence, value lifelong learning, and become contributing members of our changing world.
EXPECTATIONS What Parents should be able to expect from Ririe Middle School: •1. That teachers and staff members demonstrate a positive attitude toward education and the school. •2. That the student's progress in his/her schoolwork be the primary priority of the school. •3. That the teachers' assignments be definite with a reasonable amount of assistance given in class, and that on the student's initiative as much help is given, as resources will permit. •4. That the school will do its best to maintain a wholesome atmosphere and encourage acceptable student behavior. What the school should be able to expect from the Parents: •1. That the students' attendance be regular and punctual, and that the school be informed by phone or in writing regarding any absence. •2. That the parents encourage and promote both good study habits and acceptable behavior in their children. •3. That parental inquires be first registered with the teacher. If this meeting does not produce the desired results, then the parent should request a meeting with the building principal. •4. That parents demonstrate a positive attitude toward education and the school. A negative home attitude will too often damage the student's outlook and affect his/her behavior and success.
GENERAL INFORMATION
We are fortunate to have a beautiful facility and it is your responsibility, as a student at Ririe Middle School, to help keep the walls free of marks and all debris cleaned up off the floor. There are plenty of wastebaskets stationed around for trash. Please behave with dignity and respect the rights of others.
LEAVING SCHOOL If it is necessary for the student to leave school with someone other than a parent he/she must have written or at least verbal permission in the office from the parent. If leaving with the parent, the parent needs to sign the student out at the office. In case of unavoidable medical appointments, the student must bring a written excuse from the Dr. to the office when the student checks back in that day or prior to the beginning of the next school day.
HOMEWORK FOR AN ABSENCE If your student is sick one or two days, they will be allowed 2 days after they return to make up the work they missed. If they are sick more than 3 days, please call the office the third morning to ask for any homework your student may miss by being absent. The office will collect the homework from the teacher(s) for you to pick up in the office after 2:30.
USE OF THE PHONE The office phone is for emergency use only. Wanting to get permission to go home with another student is not considered an emergency. Illness would be the most common reason that a student would need to use the phone.
LOCKERS Having a locker is a privilege. 7th and 8th grade students will be assigned a locker by the office. 5th and 6th grade will be assigned a cubby by the teachers. You must use the locker/cubby that your were assigned. Students are not allowed to share lockers/cubbies. If you choose to put a lock on your locker you must provide the office with a copy of the key or the combination. Students will be required to pay for any damage done to their locker/Cubby during the school year.
TEXTBOOKS Textbooks are purchased by the district and issued to the student. Students are encouraged to put book covers on these books. When the books are returned, if there is damage, additional fines will be levied.
RADIOS,TAPE RECORDERS, CELL PHONES, IPODS, ETC. Radios, tape recorders, electronic gadgets, CD's, I pods and games are not to be brought to school. Cell phones may not be used at school or on the bus at any time with the exception of athletic travel to call home when the bus is close to Ririe.
SKATEBOARDS, ROLLERBLADES, ROLLER SHOES Skateboards, roller blades, & roller shoes are not acceptable or allowed on RMS property. For everyone's safety, their use must be restricted to prevent injury to riders, bystanders & property. Skateboards, roller blades & roller shoes are not allowed on any sidewalk entrance to the school, bus lanes, or parking lot.
ABSENCES Attendance at school is more than a legal obligation it is a privilege. Every child of compulsory school age must be in attendance unless otherwise exempted as provided in Section 23-204 of the Idaho Code.
90% ATTENDANCE POLICY RIRIE SCHOOL DISTRICT #252 (Official Board Policy)
Parents, we need your help with this . Vacations and extended family trips are discouraged. Please try and plan these trips when school is out. The last hour of the day and the first hour of the day are as important as the rest of the day. Please don't check your student out early if at all possible and please have them to school on time.
"Each school shall keep accurate attendance records . Except in extraordinary cases, as determined by the local Board of Trustees, credit will not be given to any student in a subject when the student was not in attendance at least 90% of the time that subject was being taught." With the exception of school-sponsored activities that directly involve the student, absence from any class for any reason including illness or family convenience shall be counted when the percentage of attendance and consequent eligibility for credit is calculated. Students who have more than 9 absences each semester will be subject to petitioning for grades and/or making up missed time after school.
Philosophy The Board of Trustees of Joint School District #252 fully concurs that attendance at school must be regular and punctual. Make-up work granted a student after an absence, at the very best is a poor replacement for the actual class experience. A student's absence requires additional work for everyone; the student and the instructor. Additionally, absences costs your school money. Students are to plan on attending class every day the classes are scheduled.
Requirements For the purpose of meeting the 90% attendance requirement as formerly defined by the State Board, there is no difference between excused and unexcused absences. With the exception of school-sponsored activities that "directly" involve the student, all absences count against the 90% attendance requirement. Only those absences, which are beyond the control of the student, the parent, and/or the school, may be considered as qualifying under the purview of the Extraordinary Provision of this policy. In most instances such absences will be on a non-recurring nature.
Extended illness verified by a physician will be considered as an extraordinary circumstance. This verification, in writing must be presented to the school upon the student's return. Absences due to illness or injury, other than those verified by a physician will be reviewed to determine if Extraordinary Circumstances apply.
The number of days missed due to acceptable Extraordinary Circumstances will not be counted in the computation of a student's 90% attendance requirement.
Criteria for Appeal The following criteria will be used to evaluate the individual circumstances of those who exceed the 90% attendance requirement. •1. Doctor's notes that verify extended illness or injury. •2. Bereavement leave (usually pre-arranged). •3. Court subpoenas or other legal obligation. The number of missed days deemed extraordinary circumstances by the Committee would not be counted in the computation of a student's 90% attendance requirement.
*Attendance Committee will consist of district administrators, school counselors, and other personnel as needed to make appropriate recommendations concerning reinstatement of credit.
Appeal Procedure Students who fail to meet the 90% attendance requirement and who believe that all or part of their absences is the result of extraordinary circumstances may, with their parents, make a formal appeal to the District Attendance Committee through the building principal to have denied credit reinstated. Only those absences beyond the control of the student, the parent, and/or the school may be considered as qualifying under the purview of the Extraordinary Provision of this policy. In most instances such absences will be on a non-recurring nature.
Parents are urged to adhere to the school calendar and keep their children in school during the days school is in session. Work and experiences missed during an absence are never adequately made up. Vacations or family trips during school time are strongly discouraged.
TARDIES ALL TARDIES ARE UNEXCUSED, unless a teacher or the office detained the student. After 3 tardies are given in a semester in any one class, students will be required to attend after school detention for 35 minutes. After 3 detentions in any quarter students will be placed on in-school suspension. When your student is tardy in the morning, they must report to the office before continuing to class, if they don't, they will be absent all day.
STUDENT CONDUCT Any student enrolled in school is subject to school authority while on school premises or while attending any function in which the school participates regardless of whether the student travels to away activities by school transportation or private vehicle. Failure to conform to directions of the faculty members or authorized personnel in charge constitutes an act of willful disobedience. This is considered a major violation of school rules and will result in disciplinary action.
DRINKING AND DRUGS Student use, possession, or being under the influence of alcoholic beverages or drugs is prohibited in Ririe Schools, on Ririe school property, at activities in which Ririe schools are participating, and during transportation of Ririe students. Violation of this policy may result in a signed citation with appropriate law enforcement agency, referral for entrance in substance abuse program, immediate ineligibility for current sport, and out of school suspension.
TOBACCO Student use or possession of tobacco in any form during the time that RMS is in session, on Ririe School property, during the transportation of Ririe students, or at functions in which Ririe students are participating is prohibited. Violation of this policy may result in a signed citation with appropriate law enforcement agency, referral for entrance in substance abuse program, immediate ineligibility for current sport and out of school suspension.
FIGHTING Fighting may result in suspension on the first offense, and future fighting incidents could result in suspension up to five days and/or an appearance before the school board for review with possible restrictions prior to re-admittance to school.
WEAPONS State and Federal laws require that local districts have zero tolerance policies with regards to the possession of weapons. Please read this policy carefully!! Even accidentally bringing a pocketknife to school could result in a child being suspended to the Board for disciplinary action. According to policy, even if a student brings a weapon onto school grounds when school is not in session, at any time, the school will apply the same measures and students will be suspended to the Board . The weapons policy is as follows: Board policy prohibits students from possessing a weapon of any kind on school property or at school sponsored activities. Instruments considered weapons are knives of all types, guns, chains, chuck-sticks, throwing stars, darts, metal knuckles, blackjacks or clubs explosives, chemicals such as mace, or any other item intended to inflict injury on another individual.
Possession , use, or any attempt to use any such weapon will constitute violation of this policy. Students found in violation of this policy will be referred to police authorities for legal action; students found in violation will be suspended pending a disciplinary hearing with the Board of Trustees.
State law requires the expulsion from school for a period of not less than one year for any student who brings a firearm to school. Ririe School District #252 will not admit a student who has been expelled from another district for violating the Gun Free School Act until that student has completed the expulsion period of not less than one year. The timing should be based on written confirmation from the district that initially expelled the student.
TRUANCY A truant is defined as a student who is absent from school without proper authorization from school or parents.
An absence is deemed a truancy by an administrator. A student who is deemed to be truant will not be allowed make up privileges. The following steps will be taken by the school administrator and/or teachers with each subsequent truancy.
1st Truancy: Student and parent notified by a school official. In-school suspension. 2nd Truancy: Student and parent notified. Student suspended up to five days. 3rd Truancy: The principal will refer student to the School Board for expulsion procedures and/or to the courts for a truancy officer.
Note: A truancy that occurs at any one of the above steps may be of such duration or severity to cause an immediate recommendation of expulsion by the administrator.
PUBLIC DISPLAY OF AFFECTION The display of affection between students does not have a place, at anytime, in our school. It is not condoned nor will it be allowed to occur.
TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM SCHOOL Those students, who are not brought to school by an adult, should avail themselves to the buses. Once a student arrives at school, they must stay unless prior arrangements have been made with the parent/guardian. Students are not allowed to walk or ride bikes to or from the Middle School. This is for the safety of all our students.
SCHOOL HOURS Students should not arrive before 8:10 in the morning. They will not be allowed into the building before this time. The first bell is at 8:15; tardy bell is 8:20. School is dismissed at 3:05 p.m. Students are not to stay after school unless they have made arrangements beforehand.
DRESS Student attire must not be distracting in anyway to the educational processes of this school. Students are expected to dress modestly and neatly. Shorts or skirts, if worn, should come to the top of the knee. Super baggy pants, low riders, dangling belts or any other gang related dress is prohibited. Any clothing that advertises controlled substance is prohibited. Clothing which depicts by word or picture items or acts that are obscene, lewd, indecent or offensive are also prohibited. Belly shirts, pajama pants, tank tops or any personal adornment or dress that is either immodest or distracting is prohibited. Hats or scarves are not to be worn in the building.
Clothing or grooming habits that are disruptive of the educational process, have a detrimental effect on the safety and morals of students or that depict illegal or immoral acts is prohibited. Students have at their disposal a wide variety of acceptable, neat, modest, and stylish clothing that can be worn to school. Those students who choose to dress inappropriately will be sent home to change into acceptable attire.
LIBRARY Books may be checked out for two weeks and reference books and magazines may be checked out overnight. Book fines are ten cents a day for overdue books and twenty- five cents a day for overdue reference books and magazines. Encyclopedias cannot be checked out of the library.
HARRASSMENT / BULLYING Harassment and bullying, in any form, is harmful and disruptive to the educational mission of this institution. It has a negative impact on everyone! Students who pursue a course of harassment or bullying will risk suspension, expulsion, and prosecution by the law. With incidents of violence in our nation's schools, it is obvious that harassment and bullying is not only harmful it posses a danger to everyone. We will not tolerate harassment or bullying!!!
EXTRACURRICULAR PARTICIPATION The students must meet District minimum attendance requirements. In addition students must be in attendance three out of seven periods in order to participate in an activity or practice that day. Students must maintain a 2.0 or better grade average to participate in any extracurricular activity. Student also must have school registration fees paid in full before participation.
Being a member of any team at Ririe Middle School is a privilege and every participant should make sure that good grades and good behavior are their top priorities. The following is required from all students participating in any activity throughout the year. •1. At the end of each quarter the student should have at least a 2.0 or higher GPA. Also, at the end of each semester the student must have a 2.0 GPA to be eligible to participate. •2. If a student has more than one failing grade he will be on probation as described in #3. If the student has one F and a GPA of 2.0 or higher he may participate. •3. If any student does not have a GPA of 2.0 they will be on probation for a reasonable amount of time and they may try out for a team and practice with the team for a reasonable amount of time (2 to 3 weeks) to give the student the opportunity to raise their grades to the minimum of 2.0. The students will not be allowed to participate in any game until they have become eligible. •4. If at the end of the reasonable amount of time this has not been achieved, the student will meet with the coach and administrator to determine if more time will be allowed or be declared ineligible until the next season or activity begins. •5. For activities that begin in the fall (beginning of school) the students must have a 2.0 the last full semester of school to be eligible (with no more than one F). •6. A student may be declared ineligible anytime during the season if his grades fall below the 2.0 minimum. If this should happen the reasonable time of probation will go into effect and the student may practice during this time but not participate in any game until he becomes eligible according to #3 above. •7. Students may be suspended form playing in games or participating in an activity for bad behavior and/or receiving a discipline referral. Students that participate in any activity should be on their best behavior all of the time.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES TRANSPORTATION Transportation to all activities scheduled away from Ririe will be provided for participants. All participants are expected to ride the bus to and from these scheduled events.
FIRE DRILLS Immediately upon the signal, students will move to the door of the room and leave the building in an orderly manner, according to routes posted. Teachers will see that all windows are closed and all students are out of the building. All students will stay out of the building until they are told to return.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT The Board believes that students of the Ririe School District #252 have the right to learn in an atmosphere, which is the most conducive to the achievement of their fullest potential. Consequently, sexual harassment of students whether verbal or physical and whether engaged in by employees of the District or other students, is unacceptable and will not be tolerated.
VISITING CLASSROOMS The parents are not allowed to go directly to any classroom during the teaching day. If you are bringing things for a student, you will need to drop it off at the office and they will deliver it to the student at an appropriate time. If you wish to sit in on a class you are more than welcome to do so. You would still need to check in at the office for a visitors pass than someone will take you to the classroom and introduce your intentions to the teacher. |
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Sunday, November 22nd, 2009
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