JOSEPH E. THIRIOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
WELCOME
Welcome to Joseph E. Thiriot Elementary School. We are delighted to have
you as part of our school community. Our students demonstrated sufficient
achievement gains during the 2008-09 school year to achieve AYP in
English Language Arts and Math.
Our focus at this school is on three things: Learning; Safety/Security; and
Community. We are here to ensure that your child/children learn the skills
and concepts needed for them to make their dreams come true. We have
reviewed the information about the students coming to Joseph E. Thiriot ES
and studied the best way to meet their needs. We believe that our children
will learn best through bringing the “Arts” into the learning activities. We
want students to connect to the essential skills that they are expected to
learn by using visual arts, music, movement, rhythm, drama, debate, and
writing to make the learning meaningful to them. Our classrooms will be
laboratories for learning through the arts.
Children learn better when they feel safe and secure. Therefore, we have
several procedures in place to guarantee their safety and security. For
example, we ask visitors (including parents) who come into our building to
sign in and sign out at the School Office and wear a Visitor Pass. Please
abide by this for the safety of our children. We also have recognition
programs and discipline procedures that are intended to encourage good
citizenship and discourage behavior that disrupts the learning environment.
We are a “community of learners.” The staff at Joseph Thiriot works
collaboratively as a team for the students. You, as parents, are also critical
members on that team. We expect you to take an active role in your child’s
education because your commitment to education will be mirrored by your
child. We hope that you visit your child’s classroom and volunteer to assist
our students. Parents are needed to participate in decision making teams at
our school, as well. We ask that parents follow procedures detailed in this
agenda for participation in our school work (committees, volunteering, and
Thiriot Parent Leadership Team) and visitation. Do not hesitate to call our
school office if we can be of assistance to you. We are here to serve you
and the best interests of our students.
Sincerely yours,
Patricia A. Schmidt, Ph.D.
Principal
Susan C. Watman
Assistant Principal
JOSEPH E. THIRIOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
MISSION
Thiriot Dream Catchers work together in teams;
To create a learning path to achieve our dreams.
VISION
Through Arts Infusion, block scheduling, and data guided instruction, we will
create a learning environment where all students are authentically engaged
and learning how to communicate, apply, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate
knowledge for use in real life.
LOGO
THIRIOT DREAM CATCHERS
MOTTO
CATCH YOUR DREAMS
COLORS
ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT BLUE AND BLACK
JOSEPH E. THIRIOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
2009- 2010 DAILY SCHEDULE
8:35 A.M.
Breakfast is served from 8:35 A.M. to 8:55 A.M.
8:50 A.M.
Gates open/First Bell--Students line up on
playground
8:55 A.M.
Breakfast Ends
9:00 A.M.
Students enter building
9:05 A.M.
Live TV Production News Program
9:10 A.M.
Instructional Day Begins/Tardy Bell
9:15 A.M.
Specials begin
11:15 A.M.
11:35 A.M.
11:20 A.M.
11:40 A. M.
Kindergarten Recess- Rempp & Lauretta
Kindergarten Lunch- Rempp & Lauretta
Kindergarten Recess – Davis, Barrickman, &
Daniels
Kindergarten Lunch – Davis, Barrickman, & Daniels
11:40 A.M.
12:00 P.M.
First Grade Recess
First Grade Lunch
11:50 P.M.
12:10 P.M.
Second Grade Recess
Second Grade Lunch
12:00 P.M.
12:20 P.M.
Third Grade Recess
Third Grade Lunch
12:10 P.M.
12:30 P.M.
Fourth Grade Recess
Fourth Grade Lunch
12:20 P.M.
12:40 P.M.
Fifth Grade Recess
Fifth Grade Lunch
3:21 P.M.
Grades K-5 dismissal
INSTRUCTIONAL FOCUS
ARTS INFUSED INSTRUCTION
We are an Arts Infusion school!
 Arts will be used to engage the students and yield meaningful
learning
 Vocal expression through speaking, discussion, readers’ theatre,
drama, debate and television production
 Concept-based visual arts by creating two and three dimensional
products
 Introduction and reinforcement of concepts and skills through
movement, rhythm, songs, raps and chants
 Written expression used as an art form through learning the writing
traits and applying the traits in: math journals, science notebooks,
descriptions of projects, scripts of plays, and published books.
 Computer graphic design as an art form
 People skills:
learning to work successfully with others to
accomplish a task
 A variety of arts will be used to extend the learning experience
which will raise the level of student thinking beyond simple
knowledge of facts and comprehension of concepts
We use block scheduling to integrate the core subjects to allow longer
periods of instruction:
 Language Arts (Reading/Writing, and Social Studies)
 Math and Science.
DATA GUIDED INSTRUCTION
RESPONSE TO INTERVENTION
Student achievement in the core subjects is our #1 goal. We expect
each and every student to master the skills and concepts for each
student’s assigned grade level which is outlined in the Nevada
Content/Performance Standards. To expect less is an injustice to
that student. The challenge is that students enter each grade at
various levels of performance—some lower by two to three grades,
others higher by two grades, and still others everywhere in between.
So, we, as a school, have to do something about the difference in
achievement as they enter a grade.
Response to Intervention is a process that involves five steps: (1)
assessing every student in reading and math three times a year
(beginning, middle, and end); (2) providing differentiated direct
instruction in small groups (Intervention); (3) monitoring the progress
of students who are not meeting grade level standards; (4)
challenging the students at or above grade level; and, (5) changing
the intensity and/or frequency of instructional interventions, as
needed. We have scheduled a block of the day for third, fourth and
fifth grades to receive “Response to Intervention” instruction. We are
in the process of scheduling “Response to Intervention” instruction for
the first and second grade.
PLAN/DO/CHECK/ACT (PDCA)
Another intervention that we have used since we opened in September,
2005 is a process titled Plan/Do/Check/Act (PDCA). The focus is to look at
standardized and curriculum based test results for each grade level from the
prior year’s instruction. The administration and teaching team then develop
a profile of strengths and weaknesses for the whole grade.
The
weaknesses are then addressed in the following steps.
Plan
The cycle begins when we, as a staff, look at our test data from the previous
and current year and determine both strong and weak areas. We then
develop a calendar or timeline at each grade level for teaching the targeted
objectives.
Do
Using the timeline, teachers spend 15-30 minutes of the instructional day
giving direct instruction on one of these designated “target skills.”
Check
After the target skill has been taught for two weeks, the concept or skill is
tested.
Act
When the test or assessment is scored, we can see which students need
more instruction (re-teaching), which are ready to practice what they’ve
learned (maintenance), and which are ready for more advanced concepts
on the topic (enrichment). The students who were not proficient will be
reassessed to determine whether they made progress.
How Parents Can Help With PDCA
1) Ask your child what the “Target Skill” is for the week.
2) Look for ways to connect the “Target Skill” to your daily family life.
We’ve found that even intermediate and middle school students need to
practice their computation skills. Have them do the math in your
checkbook, at the grocery store, or figure how many gallons of gas it will
take to reach your destination on a long drive. During the commercials
when watching TV, discuss with your child the most important or “main
idea” of the previous segment of the program. Another valuable skill to
possess is that of following multi-step directions. This can easily occur
for tasks at home or during shopping trips.
3) When you have a conference with your child’s teacher, ask how your
child is doing with his/her “Target Skill” tests.
4) Most grade levels have a bulletin board in the hallway that displays the
results of PDCA tests. Be sure to check that board when you visit the
school and let your child know that their progress is important to you.
SCHOOL POLICIES
ARRIVAL AT SCHOOL
For grades K-5, students are not permitted on campus before 8:50 AM since
there is no supervision before that time. This policy will be strictly
enforced. If needed, Safekey is available from 7:00 AM to 8:50 AM and
after school. Students who are eating breakfast at school may be in the
Multi-Purpose Room at 8:35 AM but will not be allowed to enter the
playground.
The Kindergarten students can be dropped off at the
Kindergarten playground at 8:50 AM also. When the 8:50 AM bell rings,
please say your “goodbyes” at the door to assist the students in making a
smooth transition into school.
VISITORS
For safety and security everyone who enters the school campus MUST
report to the front office and sign in, when coming into the school, and sign
out, when leaving the school. A School Visitor’s Badge must be worn while
on campus. If a staff member sees an adult who is not wearing a Visitor’s
Badge, they will ask that adult to return to the office to obtain a badge.
Adults without a badge must return to the office and be properly identified.
This is for the safety of all our children. Younger siblings are not permitted
to attend classes during instruction. The Clark County School District
encourages parent participation in classroom and school activities. Parents
are encouraged to observe their child’s classroom. CCSD regulations
require that parents notify the teacher 24 hours prior to an observation.
Teachers are required to provide bell to bell instruction, therefore, we expect
parents to observe quietly in the back of the classroom and not talk to the
teacher or to students during the observation. If a parent wants a
conference, they must call the teacher to arrange an appointment prior to
school or during their preparation period.
If a parent wishes to volunteer in the classroom, they may notify the teacher
and/or an office staff person. The parent’s name will be placed on a list for
parent volunteer training. Parent training classes will be scheduled regularly
throughout the school year. This will assist parents to feel more confident
about what they can and cannot do in the classroom as a volunteer. It does
not matter if you don’t speak English well. There are still tasks that you can
do as a volunteer.
ATTENDANCE, ABSENCES, AND TARDIES
Good attendance at school positively impacts student performance. A
WRITTEN NOTE EXPLAINING ABSENCES FROM SCHOOL IS
REQUIRED UPON THE STUDENT’S RETURN TO SCHOOL. If a note
is not returned within three days, the absence will be coded as unexcused.
If a child is absent more than twenty days per school year, it can effect the
decision in determining promotion to the next grade. Upon a student’s
return he/she is expected to make-up missed work that the teacher feels is
necessary in a reasonable amount of time. Any extended absence, known
in advance, should be discussed with the teacher. Class/homework is not
given in advance. The school discourages students from missing school for
one or more days for pleasure outings or babysitting activities.
Habitual absences and truancies will be reported to the proper authorities.
Students are expected to be at school and in line by 9:00 AM. Entering a
classroom after it has begun is disruptive to others and puts a child
educationally behind everyone from the moment they arrive.
TRUANCY
School attendance is vital to your child’s academic success in school. State
laws have been enacted to reduce the high rate of habitual truants in
schools. The laws state that…
 The principal of the school is required to report the pupils who are
habitually truant to law enforcement.
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A habitual truant is defined as “a student who has three unapproved
or unexcused absences within one school year.”
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A truant is a pupil who is absent from school without the approval of
the teacher or principal of the school unless the pupil is physically or
mentally unable to attend school.
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If a pupil is absent due to physical or mental reasons, the parent
must notify the school within three days of the absence.
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The court has the authority to order the student or parent to pay a
fine of $100.00 or more for habitual truancy. The court can order the
suspension of driver license privileges of students 14 years of age
or older for habitual truancy.
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Elementary students SHALL be required to repeat the current grade
if during the school year the total number of absences exceeds
twenty (20) days and when those absences fall in the following
categories:
1. Are unexcused/ unapproved;
2. Exceed ten (10) days of prearranged absences;
3. Are prearranged absences for which classroom
requirements are not completed; or
4. Are any combination of 1, 2, and 3.
You will again this year receive a copy of the policy. Please review this law
with your child so that we can promote high standards for attendance and
student achievement.
STUDENT CHECKOUT POLICY
A legal parent or guardian can check out students. This must be completed
through the front office where a picture ID is required. Anyone who
checks out a child must be listed on the registration form. Students will be
called to the office to be checked out early. Parents must sign out their child
in the designated record book. Teachers may not release a child directly
from the classroom. Parents are discouraged from taking students out
early for extra curricular activities and for family trips.
Doctor’s
appointments should be scheduled whenever possible AFTER school.
Learning continues throughout the day until school is dismissed. Students
who leave school early will short-change their education. Students WILL
NOT be released for early pickup after 3:00 p.m. Be sure you are here
BEFORE 3:00 p.m. for any appointments you may have. Be prepared to
show your photo ID!
TELEPHONE
The school phone is a business phone. Arrangements to go home with a
friend needs to done before coming to school. Forgotten homework will be
dealt with in the classroom with consequences that have been established.
The only reason to call home is if a child has neither lunch nor money and is
unsure about what to do at lunchtime. When a child is ill, the phone call will
be made by the FASA through the health office.
BREAKFAST AND LUNCH
Breakfast can be purchased in our multipurpose room at 8:35 AM.
Breakfast will be served from 8:35 AM to 8:55 AM. Students wishing to eat
breakfast should go directly to the MP room. The cost of breakfast is $1.25.
The cost of lunch is $1.75. Students who bring their lunch may purchase
milk. All parents must complete a free or reduced lunch application. This is
to ensure that each child receives the benefit that they have a right to
receive. We will be sending applications home the second day of school
and we expect that all families complete an application and send it back to
school. The information is confidential and the rules for meeting the
requirement change from year to year. Your child may qualify and it is
always good to get a little financial help. Applications must be renewed
each year. A parent may check a student out for lunch (through the front
office) but must return on time for class. The combined recess and lunch
period for all grades is forty minutes long.
BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS
Student birthdays will be recognized once a month during the last Friday of
the month. All students celebrating a birthday will be recognized at that
time. If the birthday falls during the summer months of June – August, those
birthdays will be celebrated during the students half birthday. Treats must
be individually wrapped and store bought for health and sanitary reasons.
Please send one treat per student. Suggested items are: fruit snacks,
Teddy Grams, Goldfish crackers, granola bars, crackers with cheese, etc.
The snacks need to be as healthy as possible. This rule has been
established in order to ensure equity in birthday recognition as not all
parents have the time or finances to provide parties. Passing invitations for
parties are not permitted.
ACCIDENTS
1. All accidents are reported to the office.
2. It is very important for the school office to have on file: the home,
business, and cell numbers of parents so that they can be reached
easily and quickly in case of emergency.
3. In case of serious accidents, parents are notified and emergency
assistance will be obtained.
ADDRESS OR TELEPHONE NUMBER CHANGES
Parents are required to notify the school office promptly if there is a change
of address or phone number. Please be sure all home, cell, work, and
emergency contact phone numbers are kept current. Correct phone
numbers are essential in case of an accident or other emergencies.
ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL OF STUDENTS
For the safety of all students, it is important that we all do our part to comply
with the following guidelines for Arrival and Dismissal of students. The
Joseph Thiriot staff is parking on the West side of the parking lot to leave
spaces for parents in the parking lot. Before and after school, we strongly
encourage parents to park in one of the open parking spaces and walk their
children onto the school grounds. There are one way signs on the driveway
and on signs by the driveway. Please enter and exit the parking lot in
compliance with the one way signs. The curb by the school is for dropping
off students who come from Day Care Centers. We would like you to park
and walk your students across the driveway by using one of the two
crosswalks in our parking lot. Never park, hesitate and/or leave your car
at the curb by the school. The bus lane in front of the school is just for
school district buses and no cars are permitted to be in that driveway or
block the driveway. We have assigned staff at various points around the
parking lot and on the Harmon crosswalk. Please comply with their words of
guidance in maintaining the safety procedures at our school. Do not park or
stop in any of the crosswalks or park within two car lengths of the beginning
of any crosswalk.
During arrival time, please walk around the building to take your child to
his/her class line. During dismissal time, please walk around the building to
meet your child at their line. This will ensure the safe transition of students
to their teacher. Arrival time is 8:50 a.m. Students may come on
campus at 8:35 a.m., only if they are eating breakfast. If they are
caught on campus prior to 8:50 a.m. and they are not here to eat
breakfast, they will be brought into the office and a reminder letter will
be sent home. If this happens a second time, a letter of warning will be
sent home and must be returned signed by the parent. If it happens a
third time, the student will receive a Required Parent Conference and
the parent will come to school and meet with an administrator.
Students are dismissed at 3:21 p.m. A parent is generally available to pick
students up at their line on the playground. Students may walk home
without a parent if they are old enough, have parent permission, and/or are
accompanied by an older sibling. Safekey is a Clark County program that
provides before and after school supervision at a minimal cost and is
provided at our school in the Multi-Purpose Room. Students who have not
walked home or been picked up by 3:30 p.m. are brought into the office and
signed in. Students being picked up after this time will find their child in the
front office. The person picking up the child must be authorized by the
parent on the registration form and will be required to show identification.
The Attendance Officer will be called if a student is not picked up by 3:35
p.m. and he will then transport that child to the Boys and Girls Club.
BIKE RIDING
Students riding bikes to school are required to walk their bikes while on the
school grounds. Due to the large number of students and automobiles at
dismissal time, this rule will be strictly enforced. To ensure the safety of
your child’s bike at school, please invest in a bike lock. All bikes are to be
parked in the bike parking area. The school is not responsible for damaged,
lost or stolen bikes. Students are not to share a lock with another student.
SKATEBOARDS, ROLLER BLADES, AND HEELEYS ARE NOT ALLOWED
ON SCHOOL GROUNDS!!
HOMEWORK POLICY
Homework is required to be turned into the teacher and will be used by
teachers to extend and expand the activities presented during the
instructional day. Homework will be assigned nightly, leaving weekends and
holidays free whenever possible. When homework is assigned, it is
expected that:
1. The teacher has made all reasonable efforts to ensure that students
understand the purpose of the assignment, what is to be
accomplished, and how it is to be done.
2. Time to complete homework will increase with the grade level: from
about 15 minutes three to four times a week for grade one to no
more than one hour three to four times a week for grade five.
3. All students will be held responsible for completing the work and
returning it to the teacher for review within the time frame identified
by the teacher. Homework is used to practice and reinforce a
learned skill. Completing the homework in a timely manner
demonstrates responsibility and credit is given toward the
Responsibility grade under Conduct on the Report Card.
4. Students will be held accountable for a high standard of accuracy
and legibility but will not receive a report card grade for homework.
SCHOOL HOMEWORK AGENDAS
Joseph Thiriot Elementary School provides Homework Agendas for students
in grades 3, 4, and 5. The agendas are used to record homework, missing
assignments, and communicate between teachers and parents. Parents are
required to check their child’s Agenda daily. If your child says there is no
homework, please contact the teacher because homework is assigned
nightly. Some teachers will require a parent or guardian signature. All
teachers expect parents to review the Agenda, double check homework,
and to make sure that assignments are completed.
TIME MANAGEMENT AND STUDY SKILLS
Students who learn how to study and manage their time in the intermediate
grades will be more likely to succeed in middle school and high school. One
of the secrets to catching your dreams is determination and effort at school.
We want each of our students to become who they want to be. The
following strategies will help students use the Agenda and improve their
Study Skills.
 Always write down assignments.
 Make a note when it’s due.
 Write down tests and project due dates.
 Prioritize what’s important.
 Do important things early.
 Schedule a regular time to study.
 Work hard.
 Set goals for yourself.
 Check and review your work. Mark finished assignments as
complete.
 Prepare to study at home by having the right materials.
 Talk to your parents about a good place and time to study at home.
 Do homework first before other activities.
 Schedule other activities around your homework period.
SAFE AND CIVIL SCHOOLS
At Joseph E. Thiriot Elementary School, we believe that a safe and civil
environment is essential to the teaching/learning process. An educational
environment based on agreed upon principles that will lead to success in
creating a safe and civil school. All the stakeholders (students, staff, and
parents) participated in creating five principles that will serve as our
GUIDELINES FOR SUCCESS. This process occurred during the 2008-09
school year.
GUIDELINES FOR SUCCESS
Do your best!
Respect self and others!
Everyone follows directions!
Always be honest!
Make responsible choices!
MASCOT POSTER
All members of the Joseph Thiriot community (students, staff, and parents)
will comply with the GUIDELINES FOR SUCCESS.
Each guideline is displayed as a
colored feather hanging from the
Dream Catcher.
Do your best!—blue
Respect self and others!—red
Everyone follows directions!—green
Always be honest!—yellow
Make responsible choices!—orange
POSITIVE RECOGNITION
PROGRAMS
To teach students school behaviors that
promote
a
positive
learning
environment,
all
staff
members
participate in a recognition program of
appropriate school behaviors.
The recognition program will include
selection of the DREAM CATCHER of the week in each classroom. This is
based upon the number of colored feathers that each student receives
during the week. Students can receive a colored feather from any staff
member in the school. Students can also receive a colored feather from
one of the subject teachers for demonstrating one of the Guidelines for
Success. Students are to bring a container to school to store their feathers
throughout the week. The teacher will use good judgment to select the final
weekly winner when more than one student has approximately the highest
number of feathers. The intention is to make it possible for each student to
become a DREAM CATCHER of the week sometime during the school year.
DREAM CATCHER OF THE MONTH
An assembly is conducted each month to recognize the DREAM
CATCHERS of the week in that month. These students should represent
outstanding examples of good behavior in their classrooms. The student’s
parent/guardian receives a letter informing them that their child has been
selected. Pictures of the students are taken at this event and displayed on a
bulletin board in the main hall. The Administration and Office staff will
provide special treats during lunch for the students that have earned this
recognition selected from each class for the month.
RULES THAT COUNT FOR EACH
GUIDELINE FOR SUCCESS
All school settings: classrooms, specials, office
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Ready to learn—Blue
Participate actively—Blue
Greet others—Red
Keep hands, feet, and objects to self—Red
Raise your hand before speaking—Green
Wear your uniform—Green
Walk—Green
Accept consequences—Yellow
Listen attentively—Orange
Keep area clean—Orange
Keep toys/personal belongings at home—Orange
Hallway
 Allow others to pass—Red
 Keep appropriate space—Red
 Walk silently—Green
 Arms still—Green
 Single file—Single file
 On “the right, tight”—Green
 Face forward—Green
Cafeteria
 Table manners—Red
 Stay in line quietly—Green
 Raise your hand for help—Green
 Remain Seated—Green
 Listen to adults—Green
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Follow seating pattern—Green
Get supplies before sitting down to eat—Orange
Clean up after yourself—Orange
Bathroom
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Use facilities quietly and safely—Blue
Respect others privacy—Red
Walk—Green
Return promptly to class—Yellow
Report problems to adults—Yellow
Keep the bathroom sanitary—Orange
Flush toilets—Orange
One squirt of soap—Orange
Wash hands—Orange
One paper towel—Orange
Throw trash in the can—Orange
Playground
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Include others—Blue
Follow lunch line procedures—Blue
Take turns—Red
Share equipment—Red
Play non-contact games—Red
Respect personal space—Red
Keep your hands, feet, and objects to self—Green
Wait on your class line until teacher dismissal to recess—Green
Walk on the blacktop—Green
Walk to the lunch lines when the bell rings—Green
Wait silently in line to enter the lunchroom—Green
Play games fairly—Yellow
Be a good sport—Yellow
Stay where teachers can see you—Orange
Use equipment safely—Orange
Use equipment correctly—Orange
Return balls and jump ropes to the bin before lining up—Orange
Programs and Assemblies
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Use silent cheers—Red
Listen to the Speaker—Red
Face forward—Red
Recognize the achievement of others—Red
Remain quiet—Green
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Stay seated with your class—Green
Enter/exit using line rules--Green
Keep hands, feet, and objects to self—Green
School Campus Arrival and Dismissal
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Arrive on time—Blue
Line up on your class line before and after school—Green
Wait for teacher dismissal—Green
Walk on and off campus—Orange
Bus Safety
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Listen to the bus driver—Red
No food or drinks—Green
Remain Seated—Green
Face forward—Green
Keep hands, feet, and objects to self—Green
Keep aisles clear—Green
Keep windows closed—Green
Talk only to the person in your same seat—Orange
Keep all belongings inside your backpack—Orange
CLASSROOM/GRADE LEVEL RESPONSIBILITIES
AND PROGRESSIVE CONSEQUENCES
Each grade level will develop a common list of rules for each class in that
grade level. These rules will be aligned with our Guidelines for Success and
be clearly correlated with the five Guidelines. The rules will be discussed
with students and clearly posted on a chart in the classroom. The ratio of
verbal positive recognition (feathers) for compliance to rules will be four than
higher than consequences for inappropriate behavior. A hierarchy of
consequences for students who do not comply with rules will be provided in
each classroom. The classroom hierarchy that is intended to correct
misbehavior could include: reminder/verbal warning, “time-out” in class,
conference with student, phone call or letter to parent, parent conference,
referral to grade level hierarchy of consequences, then written Discipline
Report to administration.
DRESS AND APPEARANCE
Joseph Thiriot ES will be implementing a mandatory Standard Student Attire
policy for the 2009-10 school year. I encourage you to review and discuss
the Standard Student Attire requirements below with your child. All
Standard Student Attire violations will result in disciplinary action in
alignment with Regulation 5131 and the school-based progressive discipline
plan.
MALES
FEMALES
 Pants/shorts in basic colors and  Pants/shorts in basic colors and
black
black
 No blue jeans
 No blue jeans
 Denim pants in basic colors and  Denim pants in basic colors and
black
black
 Sweaters in basic/optional
 Sweaters in basic/optional colors,
colors, solids only (no pattern,
solids only (no pattern, no words)
no words) with or without
with or without school logo, worn
school logo, worn over
over approved shirts
approved shirts
 Sweatshirts (no sweatsuits) in
basic/optional colors, solid only
 Sweatshirts (no sweatsuits) in
basic/optional colors, solid only
(no pattern, no words) with or
(no pattern, no words) with or
without school logo
without school logo
 Blouses/shirts in basic/optional
 Shirts in basic/optional colors,
colors, solid only (no pattern, no
solid only (no pattern, no
words) with or without school
words) with or without school
logo, long- or short-sleeved, with
logo, long- or short-sleeved,
or without collars
with or without collars
 Skirts or skorts in basic colors
 Ties in basic/optional colors,
and black (no blue jean material)
solids or patterns (no words)
 Jumpers/dresses in basic colors
permitted
and black (no blue jean material)
The basic colors of khaki, navy, and white will be required at all Standard
Student Attire schools. Additionally, Joseph Thiriot Elementary School will
have the following stricter guidelines: pants/shorts, skirts or skorts,
jumpers/dresses may be worn in basic or black colors; shirts/blouses,
sweaters, sweatshirts, and ties may be worn in basic, royal blue, yellow or
hunter green colors; sweatsuits and sweatpants are not permitted; and
brand logos are not permitted.
A parent/Guardian may apply for their child to be exempt from the standard
Student Attire policy in the following two instances:
1. When the parent/guardian can demonstrate a bona fide religious
objection to wearing the Standard Student Attire;
2. When wearing Standard Student Attire is inappropriate due to a
verified medical condition.
THIRIOT NEWS
Every morning throughout the school year, the Librarian, Administration,
Literacy Specialist, Learning Strategist, ELL Specialist and students who
have been trained to be TV announcers deliver a closed-circuit television
announcement. The “Thiriot News” program starts promptly at 9:05 a.m. At
this time, the Thiriot School Song is sung, student awards are presented,
special events are highlighted, reflection, the Pledge of Allegiance, the
School Mission and GUIDELINES FOR SUCCESS are recited. Additional
items include thirty seconds of reflection, lunch menu, weather report,
videos of special activities, and joke of the day. This program must be
turned on promptly at 9:05 and viewed in every classroom.
SPECIAL MUSIC GROUPS
Under the direction of our Music Specialist, Mrs. Kate Miller, students in
grades four and five, with the permission of their parents and classroom
teacher, may audition for the Thiriot Honor Choir, Dance Team, and
Instrument Group. Students must be willing to attend a practice session
once weekly before school. Students must maintain passing grades and
behave appropriately if accepted into the choir. These special music groups
perform three to five times a year for parents and students.
STUDENT COUNCIL
The Thiriot Student Council consists of classroom representatives who have
been elected by their classmates. Student Council fosters leadership, good
citizenship, respect for all, sharing of ideas, cooperative effort, community
outreach, and the practice of democracy in action. Trophies are provided
for the classes with the highest percentage participation in Spirit Day.
GREAT AMERICAN
The Great American Award is a special program open to all fifth grade
students at Joseph Thiriot Elementary School. The purpose of the Great
American program is to accompany the Social Studies curriculum and to
instill a sense of pride in being an American citizen. Students who
accomplish at least three of the requirements will receive a certificate.
Students who attain all six of the requirements will become Great
Americans. A musical program is held in May to celebrate and recognize all
the students who participated. A plaque is given to those students who
attained the Great American Award. All students are required to memorize
three of the six requirements:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Recite from memory the 50 states and capitals in alphabetical order.
Recite from memory the Gettysburg Address.
Recite from memory the Preamble to the Constitution.
Write, spell, and punctuate the Pledge of Allegiance.
Sing or recite from memory the first verse of the Star Spangled Banner.
Recite from memory the first and last names of the Presidents of the
United States in the order of their presidency.