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STAMFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL MISSION
Our mission is to build a partnership of students, families, staff, and community members in order to create an educational community dedicated to excellence.
LEARNING: All children can learn. Each student is capable of reaching his/her full potential at his/her own individul rate.
SELF-ESTEEM: Each child's self-esteem needs to be fostered and nurtured.
ENVIRONMENT: All children are entitled to a safe and caring atmmosphere that promotes a desire to learn, as well as a curriculum, instructional methods and expectations that challenge them to perform at their best.
COMMUNITY: Each child's academic and social development is enhanced by an actively participating community. All partners are encouraged to pursue life-long learning.
ASSESSMENT: Assessment must be continual, subject to periodic review adn focused on:
EXIT OUTCOMES
2. Each student wil learn skills and gain knowledge through the study of English language and literature adn use these in their daily lives. 5. Each student will lerarn skills and gain knowledge through study of natural science, physical science and technology and use these in interdisciplinary applications. 6. Each student will learn skills, gain knowledge, and develop aesthetic appreciation through the study of the fine arts and use these in their daily lives. 7. Each student will acquire knowledge about politics, the economy, history, and social institutions of this country and other countries. 9. Each student will develop general career skills, attitudes,, and work habits and make a self-assessment of career prospects. Students not directly pursuing post-secondary education will acquire entry-level employment skills.
1. Each student will master the following skills: a) Think logically and creatively
b) Apply reasoning to issues and problems
c) Determine what information is needed for particular purposes and be able to acquire, organize, and use that information for those purposes.
3. Each student will learn skills and gain knowledge through the study of foreign language and culture and use these in interdisciplinary applications.
4. Each student will learn skills and gain knowledge through the study of mathematics and use these in their daily lives.a) Perform basic mathematicial calculations.
b) Understand mathematical concepts and be able to apply these in problem-solving.
a) Understand the scientific method.
a) Develop knowledge and appreciation of the arts.
b) Develop the ability to participate in at least one major art form.
c) Develop the ability to make aesthetic judgements and apply them to works of art
8. Each student will respect and demonstrate basic civic responsibilities and acquire the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to participate in democratic self-government.a) Understand and accept the values of justice, due process, equality, and majority rule with respect to minority rights.
b) Apply reasoning skills and the process of democratic government to resolve societal problems and disputes.
c) Respect people of a different race, sex, ability, cultural heritage, national origin, religion, political, economic, and social background and their values, beliefs, and attitudes.
10. Each student will acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes which will assist in achieving personal balance, responsibility and the realization of their full potential. These include the development of: a) Self-esteem
b) Self-discipline and commitment to excellence
c) Personal integrity
d) The ability to maintain physical health
e) A commitment to lifelong learning
STAMFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL COMMUNICATION GUIDELINES
The Board of Education recongizes the right of community members to register individual or group concerns about matters involving the school. It is the intent of the District to resolve all concerns with only the parties involved, whenever possible. Public complaints about the school district will be directed to the proper administrative personnel. Complaints about specific classroom practices shall be directed to the teacher concerned. If the matter is not settled satisfactorily, the complainant shall then contact the building principal; if there is no resolutionon this level, the Superintendent of Schools shall be contracted. The Superintendent shall refer the issue to the Board for final resolution. All matters referred to the Superintendent and/or Board must be in writing. Concerns registered directly to the Board as a whole or to an individual Board member shall be referred as soon as is reasonably possible to the Superintendent for invetigation, report and/or resolution.
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| Athletics | Coach | Athletic Director | Principal | Superintendent |
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| BOE Policies | District Clerk | Superintendent | ||
| Budget | Treasurer | Superintendent | ||
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| Cafeteria | Food Service Manager | Principal | Superintendent | |
| Classroom Procedures | Teacher* | Principal | Superintendent | |
| Co-Curricular | Advisor | Principal | Superintendent | |
| Facilities | Supt. Of Bldg & Grounds | Princpal | Superintendent | |
| Health Office | Nurse's Office | Principal | Superintendent | |
| Scheduling | Guidance Office | Principal | Superintendent | |
| Special Education | Teacher* | CSE Chair | Principal | Superintendent |
| Transportation | Bus Driver | Transportation Supervisor | Principal | Superintendent |
PARENT REQUESTS FOR STUDENT PLACEMENT SCHOOL PHYSICALS ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY
In assigning students to classes, teachers and administrators work together to seek the best possible placement for each individual student. Parents or guardians may share particular concerns via a written explanation of special needs or interests. These requests must be submitted to the main office by May 15th. Parents wishes will be given consideration. However, it is at the sole discertion of the school authorities to make the final determination in any student placement.
CARE OF SCHOOL PROPERTY BY STUDENTS
This is your school. All staff and students need to work together to keep it clean. Except by special permission, food and beverages may only be consumed during lunch period. Glass bottles are not allowed on school grounds.
All students must show respect and care for school property. Any property damage should be reported to the main office or the appropriate teacher. Acts of vandalism are crimes against the school district and the community that supports the school. Students who willfully destroy, damage or deface school property shall be subject to disciplinary action, and may be prosecuted to the fullest extent possible under the law. If a student damages school property, such student and/or his/her parents or guardian shall be required to pay the district for the value of the damaged property up to the limit of the law. State law permits partenal liability for up to five thousand dollars ($5000).
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Regular school physicals are required for students in Kindergarten, 2nd, 4th, 7th, and 10th grades and all new students. Also, any student going out for a sport will need a physical.
STUDENT VISITORS
If you would like a friend or relative to visit school with you, you must follow the rules listed:1) Obtain a form in the secondary/main office at least one day before the person's visit.
2) All of your teachers are to sign this form, approving of the visit.
3) Return the form to the main office.
4) They are only allowed to visit for half a day.
5) They are only allowed to visit once during a school year.
The Board of Education is committed to optimizing student learning and teaching. The Board considers student access to a computer network, including the Internet, to be a powerful and valuable educational and research tool, and encourages the use of computers and computer-related technology in district classrooms solely for the purpose of advancing and promoting learning and teaching.
The computer network can provide a forum for learning various software applications and through online databases, bulletin boards and electronic mail, can significantly enhance educational experiences and provide statewide, national and global communication opportunities for staff and students.
All users of the district’s computer network and the Internet must understand that use is a privilege, not a right, and that use entails responsibility.
The Superintendent of Schools shall establish regulations governing the use and security of the district's computer network. All users of the district’s computer network and equipment shall comply with this policy and those regulations. Failure to comply may result in disciplinary action as well as suspension and/or revocation of computer access privileges.
1) Access to electronic telecommunications is available to students and staff at Stamford Central School District. Access is through a variety of providers and includes e-mail, telephone, fax, television, radio, distance learning, internet and other on-line computer services, as well as electronic interlibrary loan. The goal in providing these services to students and staff is to promote educational excellence by facilitating resource sharing, innovation, and communication.
2) Electronic telecommunications is a general term referring to many systems of communication that are handled through electronic devices. The internet, for example, is an “electronic highway” providing communications with millions of people all over the planet. Distance learning, as currently configured, provides audio and video interactivity for students in up to four locations.
3) In the past, access to instructional materials was limited because instructors and supervisors could subject such materials to reasonable selection criteria. Through electronic telecommunications, material becomes available that may not be considered to be of educational value in the context of the school setting. Available precautions are taken by the Stamford Central School District to restrict access to controversial materials, as defined in regulation 9045.1. In addition, the appropriate utilization of electronic telecommunications relies on the proper conduct of the students and staff in adhering to guidelines. The guidelines are provided so that students and staff are aware of their responsibilities in appropriately utilizing electronic telecommunications.
4) The use of electronic telecommunications is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use will result in a cancellation of those privileges. Based upon the acceptable use guidelines, the staff may request the superintendent to deny or revoke the privilege of an individual to utilize specific modes of electronic telecommunications at the Stamford Central School District.
5) Communication on electronic telecommunications is subject to a need for responsible behavior and is governed, in addition to this policy, by the federal Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA), the district’s student discipline policy, code of ethics, and copyright law.
6) The Stamford Central School District will enter into agreements with regional networks and providers of connections to electronic telecommunications, and adhere to government regulations on the use of electronic telecommunications. Students and staff are expected to adhere to the stipulation of these agreements and regulations.
7. The superintendent will prepare appropriate procedures with guidelines for implementing this policy.
Access to Electronic Communications Policy
1. The purpose of acceptable use procedures for electronic telecommunications is to provide guidelines to students and staff of the Stamford Central School District.
2. The purpose for providing access to electronic Telecommunications is to support research and education in and among academic institutions, business, government, other organizations, and individuals by providing access to unique resources and the opportunity for collaborative work.
3. The Stamford Central School District makes no warranties of any kind, whether expressed or implied, on the service it is providing in making electronic telecommunications available to students and staff. The Stamford Central School District will not be responsible for any damages suffered by individuals. This includes loss of data resulting from delays, nondeliveries, mis-deliveries, or service interruptions caused by negligence or user errors or omissions. Use of any information obtained via electronic telecommunications is at risk of the user. The Stamford Central School District specifically denies any responsibility for the accuracy or quality of information obtained through its provision of electronic telecommunications.
4. The following guidelines will govern an individual’s privilege to utilize electronic telecommunications. Any violation will jeopardize that individual’s privilege and may result in other consequences.
STUDENT CELL PHONE USE AND POSSESSION POLICY
The Stamford Central School Board of Education adopts the following policy:
Student Electronic Communication Device Use and Possession
1. Student possessed cell phones must be turned off and be out of sight from the beginning of the school day up until the end of the school day and either in the locker or off school property. The device may not be “on” the student during school hours.
2. Cell phones are never to be used and must be kept out of sight at all times in any area in which an individual has a reasonable expectation of privacy including, but not limited to rest rooms, locker rooms, and showers. This prohibition applies at all times during school and non school hours.
3. Students may never use a cell phone to interfere with instructional activities or to inappropriately message. All forms of “sexting” are prohibited.
4. In the event a student violates this policy, the school may take the phone and make it available in a reasonable amount of time. Further, in the event a student violates the policy, discipline can be imposed upon the student.
INSURANCE FOR STUDENTS
The school insurance plan is a secondary coverage for anyone with private insurance and is primary coverage for anyone without private insurance. Through this plan, all students are covered for any accidental injury incurred while attending school or any school sponsored activity. all accidents have to be reported on the day they occur, either to the school nurse or the adult in charge at the time of the injury or they will not be covered by this insurance. Any injuries resulting from fights between students or fooling around between students are not covered.
EMERGENCY CLOSINGS
Please listen to the following radio stations between 6:15 and 7:30 a.m.:
WDOS 730 AM
WSRK 103.9/104.9 FM
WZOZ 103.1 FM
WRIP 97.9 FM
WDLA 92.1 FM
WDHI 100.3 FM
TV: WRGB (CH 6)
Websites:
www.wrgb.com
www.wbng.com
www.wicz.com
Please do not call school. Phone lines need to remain open for emergencies.
The decision to close school is a collaborative effort involving the following parties: Head Custodian, Transportation, Supervisor, Superintendent of Schools, Principal, Town Highway Superintendents, N.Y.S. Transportation Department, County Transportation Department adn surrounding school districts. General rule of thumb is to have a decision made prior to 5:30 a.m. in an effort to give ample notice to parents. In addition, we check at 6:30 a.m. in the event there is an abrupt change in weather conditions.
In the event of a delayed opening, we ask for cooperation in the following ways:
a) Please listen closely to one of the above media channels.
b) Please do not send children who walk to school until the indicated time in the event there is a change to close.
c) Children who ride the bus should listen to one of the media channels for any changes to prevent waiting in bad weather for a bus.
CHANGE OF ADDRESS/TELEPHONE
It is extremely important that every student maintain an up-to-date address and working telephone number record at the school office. Notify Rachelle Ciaravino in the main office immediately if you have a change of address or telephone number during the school year.
PLANNING TO MOVE?
Parents of elementary students should inform the teacher that they are moving. High school students should go to the guidance office the day before leaving school to pick up a Release Form. Students should take this form to each class, turn in books to each teacher, and have the teacher sign the form next to the proper classs. Also, have the nurse record the number of days absent since the last marking period.
At the end of the day, the Release Form should be returned to the guidance office, at which time a copy will be made for you to take to your new school.
Records will be sent to the new school as soon as the new school notifies Stamford Central School of your enrollment. Records will be held up until all money and/or books are returned to us.
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LUNCH PROGRAM
If you wouold like an application for the Federal Free or Reduced lunch/breakfast program, please contact Mrs. Ciaravino in the main office by calling 652-7301.
Breakfast is served 7:45 a.m. to 9:20 a.m. Lunches are served between 10:25 a.m. and 12:45 p.m.
LUNCH PRICES
| Full Lunch, grades K-3 | $1.75 |
| Full Lunch, grades 4-12 | $2.00 |
| Reduced Lunch | $.25 |
| Full Breakfast | $1.00 |
| Reduced Breakfast | $.25 |
| Adult Lunch | $4.10 + tax |
| English 9/Poetry Lab | Algebra |
| English 10/Novels Lab | Geometry |
| English 11/Term Papers | Trigonometry |
| English 12 | Math 12/PreCalc |
| Speech & Debate (1/2 credit)-Grade 12 | Math of Finance |
| Arthurian Legend | |
| Freshman Composition | |
| Global I | Keyboarding-Grade 9 |
| Global II | Bus. Analysis Bus Comp Applications (BABCA) |
| American History | Business Law-Grades 11-12 |
| Government (1/2 year) | Accounting I-Grades 11-12 |
| Economics (1/2 year) | Desktop Publishing (1/2 credit) |
| Univ. Albany American History (DL) | Website Design (1/2 credit) |
| SUNY Delhi Sociology (DL) | Career & Financial Management-Grade 9 |
| SUNY Delhi Psychology (DL) | Math of Finance-Grade 10-12 |
| Global I Lab-Grade 9 | |
| Careers/Botvin-Grade 10 | Mechanical Drawing |
| Regents Review-Grade 10 | Woodworking I |
| Intro to Primary Docs Lab-Grade 11 | Woodworking II |
| History in Hollywood-Grade 11/12 | CAD |
| Regents Earth Science-Grade 9 | Studio In Art (Prereq. for other Art Courses0 |
| Regents Living Environment-Grade 10 | Photography I and II |
| Regents Chemistry-Grade 11 | Drawing/Painting |
| Regents Physics-Grade 12 (DL) | |
| Meteorology/Physical Geology-Grade 11/12 | H.S. Chorus |
| Science and Media | H.S. Band |
| SUNY Delhi Animal Behavior (Coll. Cr.) | The History of Rock 'n Roll |
| H.S. Health-Grade 10 | Music Theory (Ind. Study) |
| Poetry of Song | |
| Spanish I | |
| Spanish II | |
| Spanish III | Physical Education |
| American Sign Language I and II | |
| Child Development |
| Automotive Technology | Early Childhood |
| Building Trades | Equipment Operation and Repair |
| Information Technology | Health Occupations |
| Cosmetology | Visual Com./ Graphic Arts |
| Culinary Arts | New Visions Medical |
| 8:03 | Warning Bell |
| 8:08 | Attendance |
| 8:08-8:48 | Period 1 |
| 8:48-8:52 | Announcements |
| 8:55-9:35 | Period 2 |
| 9:38-10:18 | Period 3 |
| 10:21-11:01 | Period 4 |
| 11:04-11:27 | Lunch 1 |
| 11:04-11:42 | Period 5A |
| 11:30-12:08 | Period 5B |
| 11:42-12:05 | Lunch 2 |
| 11:45-12:23 | Period 6A |
| 12:11-12:49 | Period 6B |
| 12:23-12:49 | Lunch 3 |
| 12:52-1:32 | Period 7 |
| 1:35-2:13 | Period 8 |
| 2:16-2:56 | Period 9 |
| Lunch: 11:04-11:27 (Grade 7/8) |
| Lunch: 11:45-12:08 (Grade 9/10) |
| Lunch: 12:25-12:49 (Grade 11/12) |
| FCCLA | Mrs. Elaine Smith |
| Yearbook | Mrs. Leslie Wayman & Ms. Teresa Cahill |
| Student Council | Ms. Bonnie Blood |
| Honor Society | Mrs. Elaine Smith |
| Color Guard | Mr. Numbers |
| School Play | Mrs. Chris Hauser |
| S.A.D.D. | Mrs. Terri delRosario |
| Business Club | Ms. Cathy Schuman |
| Junior Prom | Mrs. Elaine Smith |
| SENIORS | Mrs. Elaine Jaycox |
| JUNIORS | Mrs. Megan Eklund |
| SOPHOMORES | Mrs. Candi Mattice |
| FRESHMEN | Mrs. Danielle Rhone |
| GRADE 8 | Mrs. Amy Gage |
| GRADE 7 | TBD |
| Girls Varsity | Mr. Jeff Gearhart |
| Girls Modified | Miss L. Coons and Mrs. M. Caiazza |
| Boys Varsity | Mr. Lonnie Nickerson |
| Boys Modified | Mr. Howard Mattsson |
| Girls Varsity | Mr. Lonnie Nickerson |
| Girls J.V. | Mr. Jeff Gearhart |
| Girls Modified | Ms. Lindsay Coons |
| Boys Varsity | Mr. Greg O'Connell |
| Boys J.V. | Mr. Kenneth Utter |
| Cheerleading | Mrs. Elaine Collins |
| SKI TEAM | Mrs. Jennifer Boyle |
| Varsity Softball | Ms. Lindsay Coons |
| Varsity Baseball | Mr. Sean Lynch |
| Modified Baseball | Mr. Mike Faulkner |
| TENNIS | Mr. John Mancuso |
| TRACK | Mr. Greg O'Connell |
| GOLF | Mr. John Kincheloe |
| Athletic Director | Mr. Greg O'Connell |
| Churchill Gym Rec. Director | Mrs. Marilyn Ballard |
| Senior Citizen: Free |
| Family: $25 |
| Individual: $15 |
| Cum Laude: | 94.5-100 |
| High Honor: | 89.5-94.4 |
| Honor: | 84.5-89.4 |
| Merit: | 79.5-84.4 |
| English 9 | 1st Year Science |
| English 10 | 2nd Year Science |
| English 11 | 3rd Year Science |
| English 12 | Global Studies I |
| 1st Year Math | Global Studies II |
| 2nd Year Math | American History |
| 3rd Year Math | Government & Economics |
| Health (1/2 Cr) | P.E.-4 Yrs. (2 Cr) |
| Art or Music-(1 Cr) | Spanish-1 Cr |
| English Regents (55-65) |
| Math Regents (55-65) |
| Glbl Studies Regents (55-65) |
| US History Regents (55-65) |
| Science Regents (55-65) |
| Second Language Proficiency Exam OR 1 credit in Second Language |
TEST REQUIREMENTS-REGENTS DIPLOMA
TEST REQUIREMENTS-ADV. DESIGNATION REGENTS DIPLOMA
English Regents _______ |
Math Regents_____ _______ |
Global Studies Regent _____ |
US History Regents ______ |
Science Regents _______ _______ |
Second Language Regents _______ |
Plus additional course requirements:
Spanish (3CR) _____ _____ _____ OR
5-unit sequence in Occupational Ed or the Arts AND 1 cr in Spanish.
Students entering Grade 9 September 2009 will need three Math Regents exams.
OCCUPATIONAL EDUCATION
This can be met by enrolling in a program at NCOC for two years or by completing a 5-unit sequence in business or art at SCS, beginning in 9th grade. All sequences in Occupational Education must include a course entitled "Career and Financial Management."
REGENTS DIPLOMA WITH HONORS
A Regents Diploma with Honors is figured as follows: Average of the Regents Exams in English, US History & Government and Global AND the Regents exams in each sequence of math or science as well as the required courses in Spanish. This average must be a 90% or above.
ACCELERATED GRADUATION
1. During the spring of a student*s Sophomore year, students entertaining the idea of accelerated graduation must discuss the advantages and disadvantages of such a decision with the Guidance Counselor before they develop their Junior year schedule.
2. Prior to September of their Junior year, it is the student*s responsibility to inform the Guidance Counselor in writing that they wish to graduate early. A meeting must be arranged with the student, their parents/guardian and the Guidance Counselor. The following decisions need to be made:
3. It is the student*s responsibility to forward transcripts at the completion of their courses to the Guidance Counselor at Stamford Central School (which will more likely be in August). Credit cannot be awarded until an official transcript is received.
4. If a student graduates after June of their Junior year, they may be eligible to attend Baccalaureate and Commencement Exercises as an invited guest to recognize their high school achievements. In order to attend these exercises, the student must do the following:
Baccalaureate and Commencement Exercises will be the only school senior activities that an accelerated graduate will be invited to attend.
5. An accelerated graduate is entitled to all of the scholarship opportunities as other June graduates with whom they began their Junior year. It is the student*s responsibility to submit a scholarship application to the Director of Guidance by May 1 in the school year in which they graduate.
VALEDICTORIAN/SALUTATORIAN
It is the policy of the Stamford Central School Board of Education that the honor of the Valedictorian and Salutatorian titles be awarded only to students that have been continuously enrolled during their Junior and Senior year at Stamford Central School. In the event that a student does not qualify for the Valedictorian or Salutatorian title, they will receive the appropriate rank based on their grade point average.
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USE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES
School rooms and facilities are available for use when properly supervised. For special functions, a "Building Request Form" must be filled out and submitted to the Superintendent for approval before the building can be used. The forms are avaiable in the main office or online. When the cafeteria kitchen is used, one of the cafeteria staff must be present to supervise.
NO CHILD LEFT BEHIND POLICY
Purssuant to the Federal No Child Left Behing Act signed into law, the school district must disclose to military recruiters adn institutions of higher learning, upon request, the names, addresses and telephone numbers of high school students. However, the district must also notify parents of their rights and the rights of their children to request, in writing, that the district NOT release such information if it is requested. A form will be sent home to all parents of students in grades 11 and 12 the end of August with student schedules. Parents have until October 1 to return this form if they would like their child's name withheld from the list.
BYLAW REGARDING STUDENT CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE
The following bylaw is enacted in accordance with the regulations of the Commissioner of Education, part 100.2 (1)
Section 1. Bill of Rights and Responsibilities of Students Rights
Students of this district shall have the rights afforded to students under the provisions of the federal and state constitutions and the laws of the State of New York. Although the rights of students are not identical to the rights of adults, it is recognized that a student's private, nonschool-sponsored and nonprogram-related conduct cannot be regulated unless the educational community is affected by such conduct.
Responsibilities
A student shall not act in such a manner which disrupts the rights of others or which causes disorder or invades the rights of others.
A school is a place of learning. Learning involves the expansion of knowledge as well as acting in a manner considerate of the rights and feelings of others. Students learn from each other. Students must be conscious that younger students follow the leadership of upper classmen. Such examples should enhance the school environment.
Students are expected to show respect for faculty and other members of the school community. A relationship based upon respect creates a harmonious environment.
Section 2. Discipline Code for Student Behavior
A student shall be subject to disciplinary action in relation to the following:
1) Being under the influence of an alcoholic beverage, drinking an alcoholic beverage or being in possession of an alcoholic beverage on school premises (including building or grounds) or on a bus going to or from a school function or a school-sponsored function. Alcoholic beverages shall mean and include alcohol, spirits, liquor, wine, beer and cider having alcoholic content.
2) The use, possession, sale or gift of any drug or controlled substance, including marijuana, or any instruments for use of such drugs, controlled substance or marijuana, such as a pipe, syringe or other paraphernalia, while on school premises (including buildings or grounds) or on a bus going to or from a school function or school-sponsored function. Excepted is any drug taken in accordance with a current prescription signed by a physician which is to be taken by that particular student at the time in question.
3) Stealing, lying, cheating, plagiarism or other acts of dishonesty.
4) Verbal or physical intimidation.
5) Fighting or causing physical harm to another.
6) Disrespect toward a faculty member.
7) Possession or use of firearms or destructive devices, or knives or other weapons.
8) Failure to comply with the directions of a teacher, administrator or other school employee.
9) Using in either words, clothing, or signs, profane, lewd, vulgar, abusive language or words which may incite or offend another person.
10) Selling, using or possessing obscene material.
11) Lateness for, missing or leaving school or class without permission or excuse given by a faculty member.
12) Any willful act which disrupts the normal operation of the school community.
13) Smoking a cigarette, cigar or pipe, or using chewing or smokeless tobacco on school premises (including building or grounds) or on a bus going to or from a school function or a school-sponsored function.
14) Destruction or defacement of school district property or, the property of a Board Member, Administrator, Staff or other employee of the school district.
15) Engaging in acts of sexual harassment as defined in the district's sexual harassment policy.
Section 3. The Range of Penalties
The range of penalties which may be imposed for the conduct set forth in Section 2 is as follows:
1) Verbal warning
2) Written warning
3) Written notification to parent
4) Counseling
5) Probation
6) Reprimand
7) Detention
8) Suspension from transportation
9) Suspension from athletic participation
10) Suspension from social or extra-curricular activities
11) Suspension of other privileges
12) Exclusion from a particular class
13) Involuntary transfer
14) Suspension
The type and extent of punishment shall be determined by the building principal or superintendent. Such disciplinary measures shall be appropriate to the seriousness of the offense and, where applicable, to the previous disciplinary record of the student. Any suspension from attendance upon instruction may be imposed only in accordance with Education Law 3214 (3).
Section 4. Role of Teachers, Administrators, Board and Parents
Teachers, administrators, board members and parents each have a role in the discipline code. The teacher shall report all violations of the code to the teacher's administrator. The teacher should be aware of the provisions of the code and, if in doubt regarding the code, explanations should be sought from the teacher's administrator. Teachers are expected to interpret the code for students and to give a consistent interpretation of the code.
Administrators have first line responsibility to ensure that the code is followed and enforced. Administrators shall conduct the appropriate investigation to determine if the code has been violated and, if violated, shall act in accordance with this bylaw and the laws applicable to the situation. The administrator shall consistently interpret the code for staff members and, where advisable, request the assistance of the faculty, district employees, students and parents of the student.
Parents are requested to give assistance to the teaching staff and administration in administering the code when requested. Parents should be aware of the code.
Board members shall advise the superintendent of any suggested changes in the code and community feelings regarding the code. The members of the board of education shall be available to provide a speedy hearing of any appeal of a suspension under the provisions of Education Law 3214 (3).
LOCKER POLICY
All school lockers assigned to students are the property of the Stamford Central School. Copies of all locker combinations shall be kept in the main office and in the office of the school guidance counselor. At no time does the Stamford Central School District relinquish its exclusive control of lockers provided for the convenience of students.
The District retains the right to inspect student lockers for any reason at any time without notice, without student consent and without a search warrant. Such searches may be conducted by school officials with or without the presence of law enforcement personnel.
STUDENT CELL PHONE USE AND POSSESSION POLICY
1. Student possessed cell phones must be turned off and be out of sight from the beginning of the school day up until the end of the school day.
2. Cell phones are never to be used and must be kept out of sight at all times in any area in which an individual has a reasonable expectation of privacy including, but not limited to, rest rooms, locker rooms, and showers. This prohibition applies at all times during school and non-school hours.
3. Students may never use a cell phone to interfere with instructional activities or to inappropriately text-message.
4. In the event a student violates this policy, the school may take the phone and make it available in a reasonable amount of time. Further, in the event a student violates the policy, discipline can be imposed upon the student.
PLAYGROUND AND RECESS RULES
Students should follow the instructions of adults on the playground at all times.
~No hitting, pushing, rough play
~No hands on other students (physical contact)
~No name calling
~Use equipment appropriately
~Wear appropriate clothing including footwear* this includes the gym areas
~During the winter, there is to be no kicking or throwing of snow
Appropriate dress for the weather conditions is required. (Example: below 50 degrees, wear jackets. Gloves, hats, snow pants and boots in winter.) Students who are not allowed to participate at recess due to medical reasons need a doctor*s note on file in the health office. Arrangements will then be made for an alternate placement during recess.
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Sexual Harassment Policy
It is the policy of the district that all employees and students have a right to work or study in an environment free of discrimination, which encompasses freedom from sexual harassment. The district strongly disapproves of sexual harassment of its employees or students in any form, and states that all employees as well as students at all levels of the district must avoid offensive or inappropriate sexual or sexually harassing behavior at school on school grounds, school functions, and on school transportation and will be held responsible for ensuring that such workplace is free from sexual harassment.
Specifically, the district prohibits the following:
Unwelcome sexual advances,
Requests for sexual favors,
whether or not accompanied by promises or threats with regard to the student-teacher,
student-student or employment relationship.
Other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature made to any employee or student that may threaten or insinuate either explicitly or implicitly that any person's submission to or rejection of sexual advances will in any way influence any decision regarding that person*s employment, evaluation, wages, advancement, assigned duties, shifts, academic performance, or any other condition of employment, academic or career development.
Any verbal or physical conduct that has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with a person's ability to perform the individual's duties.
Any verbal or physical conduct that has the purpose or effect of creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive working or academic environment.
Such conduct may result in disciplinary action up to and including dismissal or suspension upon instruction.
Other sexually harassing conduct in the workplace, whether physical or verbal, committed by supervisors or non-supervisory personnel or students is also prohibited. This behavior includes but is not limited to, commentary about an individual's body, sexually degrading words to describe an individual, offensive comments, off-color language or jokes, innuendos, and sexually suggestive objects, books, magazines photographs, cartoons or pictures.
Employees or students who have complaints of sexual harassment by anyone in the school environment, including any supervisors, co-employees, students, or visitors are urged to report such conduct to the compliance officer so that the district may investigate and resolve the problem. If the complaint involves the compliance officer, or if the person for any reason is uncomfortable in dealing with the compliance officer the employee or student may go to the superintendent or a person appointed by the superintendent to handle the complaint.
The district will endeavor to investigate all complaints as expeditiously and as professionally as possible. Where investigations confirm the allegations, appropriate corrective action will be taken.
The district will endeavor to maintain the information provided to it in the complaint and investigation process as confidentially as possible, consistent with the laws of the State and, if applicable, the collective negotiations agreement.
There will be no retaliation against employees or students for reporting sexual harassment or assisting the district in the investigation of a complain. However, if after investigating any complaint of harassment or unlawful discrimination, the district learns that the complaint is not in good faith or that any employee or student has provided false information regarding the complaint, disciplinary action may be taken against the individual who provided the false information.
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Anti Discrimination Policy
The school district does not discriminate in employment or in the education programs and activities which it operates on the basis of sex, race or handicap in violation of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, or 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Grievance Procedures Section 1
If any person believes that the school district or any of the district*s staff has failed to apply or has inadequately applied the principles or regulations of (1) Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, (2) Title IX of the Education Amendment of Act of 1972, or (3) 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, that person may bring forward a complaint, which shall be referred to as a grievance, to the district's compliance officer.
Section 2
The Complainant shall discuss the grievance informally with the compliance officer, who shall investigate the complaint and respond in writing to the complainant.
The complainant may thereafter initiate formal procedures according to the following steps:
Step A
A written statement of the grievance signed by the complainant shall be submitted to the compliance officer within seven days of receipt of the response to the grievance. The compliance officer shall further investigate the matters contained in the grievance and shall reply in writing to the complainant within seven days.
Step B
If the complainant wishes to appeal the decision of the compliance officer, the complainant may submit a signed statement of appeal to the superintendent within seven days after receipt of the compliance officer's response. The superintendent shall meet with the complainant and any representative and make such other inquiries which the superintendent deems appropriate. Thereafter, the superintendent shall set forth a conclusion and respond in writing to the complainant within 14 days.
Step C
If the complainant is not satisfied with the conclusion of the superintendent, the complainant may appeal through a signed, written statement to the Board of Education within seven days of receipt of the superintendent's response in Step (b). In an attempt to resolve the grievance, the Board of Education shall meet with the complainant and any representative within 30 days of receipt of such an appeal. The Board's written disposition of the appeal shall be sent to the complainant within ten days of this meeting.
Step D
If the grievance has not been satisfactorily settled at Step c, further appeal may be made to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education, Washington, D. C. 20201.
Section 3
The compliance officer, on request, will provide a copy of the district's grievance procedure to any employee or student of the district.
A copy of each of the Acts and Regulations upon which this notice is based will be made available upon written request directed to the district*s compliance officer.
When used in this policy, *days* shall mean calendar days. The words *person* and *complainant* shall include an employee as well as a student of the district.
Inquiries concerning the nondiscriminatory policy may be made to Director, Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education, Washington, D. C. 20201.
Publication
The school district shall promulgate this policy and sexual harassment policy as follows:
A copy of this policy and the sexual harassment policy shall be inserted in the first pay envelope of each employee every school year. In relation to an employee hired during the school year, these policies shall be inserted in the first paycheck paid to the employee.
These policies shall be published as part of the district's student handbook.
These policies shall be published annually in the official newspaper of the district.
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THE FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT (FERPA)
Under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), also known as the Buckley Amendment, only parents or eligible students, meaning any student that has reached 18 years of age, have the right to see educational records pertaining to the student. State Law prohibits the use of student social security numbers for public listing of grades, class rosters, or other lists provided by directories except otherwise specifically authorized or rquired by law or specific permission. More information is on file in the school main office.
HOMELESS STUDENT AND UNACCOMPANIED YOUTH NOTICE OF DUTIES OF LOCAL EDUCATIONAL LIAISON
The Stamford Central School District has appointed Ms. Ruth Ehrets as our Homeless Student Local Educational Liaison. Ms. Ehrets will asisst the homeless students and the parents or guardians of such students to coordinate services. Futhermore, she will fully inform all individuals of rights and responsibilities in accordance with the McKinney-Vento Act. Ms. Ehrets can be reached at (607) 652-7301. More information is on file in the school's main office.![]()
TRANSPORTATION POLICY FOR DISTRICT STUDENTS
Transportation for eligible students will be provided only at consistent pick-up and drop-off points. Unless in an emergency, daily changes will not be honored. A phone call is necessary in case of emergency. Parents may pick up or drop off students (in the upper parking lot) provided there is a written note.
This policy has been adopted as a result of the unusually large number of requests we have received to have children dropped off or picked up at places other than their home. It has become difficult to notify the bus drivers of all the changes and results in confusion and delays.
OUT OF DISTRICT POLICY # 7018 Non-resident students will be not be enrolled at Stamford Central School except for the following conditions: 1. Students enrolled as of July 9, 2009 as Non-resident students will be “grandfathered” until such time that they graduate from Stamford Central School or are no longer enrolled. 2. Preschool aged siblings of “Grandfathered” Non-resident students, born on or before 09/30/05, will be afforded Non-resident status. 3. Children of Stamford Central School staff members will be afforded Non-resident status. 4. Once students move out of the Stamford Central School district, they will no
longer be accepted by Stamford Central School and will need to enroll in their district of residence. 5. Tuitioned students in the Stamford Central School operated Special Education classes will be afforded Non-resident status by mutual consent of the two school districts involved. The Superintendent, at least annually, shall review whether the student should continue in the School District. If it is determined that is not in the best interest of the applicant or the School District for the student to continue the status of the student, the student and his parents will be so notified by the Superintendent at least 30 days before the commencement of the next school year. Further, if the Superintendent determines that the student is either not adhering to the code of conduct of the School District, not in regular attendance or in excess of the allowed absences, or failing courses, the Superintendent may in addition to other remedies, advise the student and the parent that his status at the School District is terminated. In such a case, there will be no refund of any applicable tuition charges. In addition, the responsibility of transporting non-resident students will rest with the parent or legal guardian. Any student afforded Non-resident status will still be bound by the terms and conditions of the Non-resident of Education Policy which is here within revised. Failure to abide by the “contract” may lead to the loss of the privilege of being a Non-resident student at Stamford Central School. Stamford Central School District
POLICY FOR NON-RESIDENT STUDENTS
Adopted: December 27, 1995
Revised: May 8, 2008
Revised: July 9, 2009
Dated: July 9, 2009
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