TORRINGFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
HANDBOOK
800 CHARLES STREET
TORRINGTON, CT 06790
Phone 860-489-2300
Fax 860-489-2325
TORRINGFORD SCHOOL HANDBOOK
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ABSENCES
ACCIDENTS
ART
ATTENDANCE
BIRTHDAY RECOGNITION
BOARD OF EDUCATION
BOOK FAIR
BREAKFAST PROGRAM
BRINGING ITEMS TO SCHOOL
BUS RULES
BUS SERVICE
CALENDAR
CHANGE IN TRANSPORTATION
CLOTHING/PERSONAL ITEMS
COMMUNICABLE DISEASES
COMPUTERS
CONFERENCES
CONNECTICUT MASTERY TEST
CURRICULUM
CURRICULUM NIGHT
DELAYED OPENINGS
DISCIPLINE/BEHAVIOR GUIDELINES
DISMISSAL
DRESS CODE
DROP-OFF/PICK-UP
EARLY DISMISSAL
E-MAIL
EMERGENCY CLOSING OF SCHOOL
FIELD TRIPS
FIRE DRILLS
FORGOTTEN ITEMS
GRADES
GROWING GOOD CITIZENS
CHARACTER PROGRAM
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS
AND SERVICES
HOMEWORK POLICY
ILLNESS
IMMUNIZATIONS
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
INSURANCE
INVITATIONS
LANGUAGE ARTS
LEGAL CUSTODY
LIBRARY/MEDIA
LOCKDOWN DRILL
LOCKERS
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LUNCH PROGRAM
MAKE-UP WORK
MATHEMATICS
MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION
MEDICATION POLICY
MONTHLY CALENDAR
MUSIC
NO SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
NO TEASING PLEDGE
NOTES FROM PARENTS
NOTICES
NURSE
OFFICE
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PICTURES
PLANNED EARLY RELEASE DAY
PRESIDENTIAL ACADEMIC AWARDS
PROMOTION/RETENTION POLICY
P.T.O.
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SCHOOL HOURS
SECURITY
SNACK TIME
SPECIAL SERVICES
STANDARDIZED TESTING
STUDENT EXPECTATIONS
STUDENT RECORDS
STUDENT SENATE
SUSPENSION POLICY
TARDINESS
TELEPHONE & ADDRESS CHANGES
TELEPHONE USAGE
TORRINGFORD SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY
TORRINGFORD SCHOOL SONG
VOLUNTEERS
WALKER PROCEDURE
WELCOME LETTER
APPENDIX
CENTRAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION – 21
TORRINGFORD SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION – 21
BOARD OF EDUCATION MEMBERS – 21
TORRINGFORD SCHOOL P.T.O. OFFICERS – 21
CONTAGION – 22
POLICIES – 23
504 PUBLIC NOTICE – 24
NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE - 25
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Torringford School
800 Charles St., Torrington, CT 06790
Principal
Cathleen M. Todor
ctodor@torrington.org
Assistant Principal
Charles V. Beyer
cbeyer@torrington.org
(860) 489-2300
Fax: (860) 489-2325
Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s) and Student(s),
It is our pleasure to welcome you to Torringford School.
On the following pages, you will find important information about our school procedures and policies. Please
familiarize yourself with this information and share appropriate sections from the handbook with your
child(ren). The handbook answers many questions you may have about Torringford School. The information,
regulations, and requirements described in this booklet have been developed to give each student the best
education possible, to protect his/her health and safety, and to enable our school community to live and work
together harmoniously.
Communication is the key to a successful year. Please contact us with any questions and/or concerns you may
have. Together, we may continue to improve the quality of our school community and provide the best for the
children of Torringford School. Education is a partnership between school, students, parents/guardians, and
community. All children are more successful when we work as a team to achieve educational goals.
Thank you for your cooperation and support.
Sincerely,
Cathleen M. Todor
Principal
Charles V. Beyer
Assistant Principal
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TORRINGFORD SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY
We believe that every individual has the right to secure an education, which is essential to the preservation of
democracy. It is the duty of our school to provide experiences necessary for growth and for learning. We will
assist our students in the development of their physical, intellectual, social, and emotional potentials.
We believe that students learn best in a happy, tranquil atmosphere in which they feel secure. The teacher
must be a well-trained person who thoroughly understands the needs, interests, and knows about the guidance,
growth, and development of learners. Teachers should seize every opportunity to increase their own
effectiveness.
Our school program must be built around the learner. We must recognize that each of our students is an
absolutely distinct and unique individual. To meet the differences in human development, our lessons must be
based upon many types of experiences. Our programs must be designed to meet the changing needs and
interests of each student.
Habits of analytical thought and the ability to reach logical conclusions based on proper premises are powers
that must be developed for the sake of the individual and of society. We believe critical thinking skills are
necessary to prepare students to function in a manner which enhances their own growth and development and
promotes responsible citizenship.
TORRINGFORD SCHOOL IS A PLACE WHERE…
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Education is a partnership with administration, staff, students, and parents/guardians working together as a
team striving for excellence.
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Leadership qualities are modeled and developed in both staff and students through teaching, guidance,
support, and cooperation.
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Individuals analyze and critique information and situations with broad minds to consider the range of
possibilities involved in responsible decision-making.
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All members of the school community are treated with respect and dignity in a fair and consistent manner
with high expectations for each individual. Everyone is valued as a worthwhile member of our school.
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Students and staff accept only their best. Individuals strive to improve themselves and commit toward a
greater goal at all times through involvement in activities and challenges.
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Instruction challenges, motivates, and develops the strengths of each student as well as encourages the
student to explore through the use of a creative, diverse, and integrated curriculum.
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The arts are valued and students are given opportunities for appreciation, exploration, and development
through an integrated curriculum.
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Students learn and appreciate the importance of physical activities which are designed to maintain and
enhance healthy life choices.
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TORRINGFORD SCHOOL SONG
Written by Students and Raymond Bator
Torringford is the greatest
We have many good friends
Some of them can be funny
And have a hand to lend
Chorus:
The time we spend together
Will last with us forever
Our memories from Torringford
Remind us of who we are
Friends are very special
They help us when we’re sad
They put their arms around you
And make you feel so glad
Let’s make the most of what we have
And capture all our days
We’re only here a little while
Don’t let them slip away
Our teachers are important
They help us learn new things
And give us many chances
To soar through life with wings
Chorus:
The time we spend together
Will last with us forever
Our memories from Torringford
Remind us of who we are
Our memories from Torringford
Remind us of who we are
No Teasing Pledge
 I will be part of the solution.
 I will eliminate teasing from my own behavior.
 I will encourage others to do the same.
 I will do my part to make my community a safe place by being more sensitive to others.
 I will set the example of a caring individual.
 I will eliminate bad language when I speak with others.
 I will not let name-calling, put-downs or any other words or actions hurt others.
 And, if others won’t become part of the solution, I will!
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ABSENCES
Please be sure to telephone the school office (860-489-2300 ext. 1497) prior to 9:25 a.m. to report student absences. If
we do not receive information regarding your child's absence before 9:50 a.m., you will receive a call from our
automated system reminding you to report your child’s absence. If your child is absent from school, he/she will not be
allowed to participate in after school/evening activities.
ACCIDENTS
When a child suffers a serious accident, the parent/guardian will be notified immediately. In case of an emergency, it is
the parent's/guardian’s responsibility to transport the child for proper medical treatment. If parents/guardians cannot be
reached, the nurse and/or building administrator will arrange for the child to receive the needed medical attention.
ART
Art instruction is provided for children on a weekly basis. Both art history and the studio arts are presented. Students
are also exposed to a variety of materials through which they can develop their creative and visual thinking skills.
ATTENDANCE
Good attendance is a vital part of the educational process and is closely related to successful performance in school.
Research tells us that students who are frequently absent in elementary school, continue to have poor attendance in
middle school and high school. There is a strong correlation between drop out rates and high absenteeism. The
Torrington Board of Education and Connecticut State Law require regular school attendance. Excessive absences
hamper the educational process. If your child is struggling with attendance, call us. We can help! (See AppendixTruancy Policy) In order for a student to receive perfect attendance, he/she must arrive to school on time and must stay
for the entire school day.
BIRTHDAY RECOGNITION
If you wish to have your child share refreshments for his/her birthday in school, please send a note to the teacher to
make arrangements in advance. Please note that we cannot impact instructional time by hosting elaborate birthday
parties for children. Delivery of balloons and flowers to school is not allowed since they are disruptive to the
educational process. A small healthy snack is sufficient. Please do not send in candy or soda. When it most
appropriately fits into the schedule, the classroom teacher will distribute the snack you send in. Please be sure to comply
with all classroom allergies when sending in any snack.
BOARD OF EDUCATION
(See Appendix)
_BOOK FAIR
Once a year, a Book Fair takes place in the Library/Media Center. Students and parents/guardians are given the
opportunity to purchase a variety of books during designated dates and times. A flyer will be sent home prior to the
Book Fair listing these specific dates and times.
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BREAKFAST PROGRAM
The School Breakfast program is available to all students every weekday morning. Breakfast is not served when there is
a delayed opening. You do not have to register your child in advance. Your child may eat breakfast at school every day
or only occasionally. School Breakfast is an ideal solution on busy mornings when kids are running late or
parents/guardians have to be at work early. Whatever the reason, if breakfast at home is not convenient, please have
your child take advantage of breakfast here at school.
BRINGING ITEMS TO SCHOOL
The only time students should bring toys, games, etc., to school is when their teacher gives them permission. The
student will assume responsibility for any item brought to school. Students are not to bring radios, cell phones, iPods,
sports equipment, electronic games, mechanical devices, etc.
_BUS RULES
Students are expected to remain seated, use quiet voices, and behave in a manner which will ensure the safety of all
passengers. The driver or a school administrator may assign seats to students who misbehave on the bus. In the case of
repeat or severe behavior problems, a student may be suspended from the bus and the parents/guardians held responsible
for transportation. State and federal law prohibit a vehicle from passing a school bus while the lights are flashing.
Please observe this law.
BUS SERVICE
Bus service is contracted through All-Star Transportation (860-489-3444) for all students. Children are assigned to a
bus at the beginning of each school year. Due to space limitations and insurance, children may not ride any bus other
than the one assigned to them. If your child will not be going home from school on the bus, please send a note to
his/her teacher. Without a note, your child will be placed on the bus. If your child is going to a daycare or another
destination within the school district, an Alternate Busing Form needs to be completed. Forms are available in the main
office and on our school website.
Kindergarten parents/guardians must be visible to the bus driver at the bus stop. If the driver does not see a parent, the
student will be returned to school. If students are not picked up at school after a reasonable amount of time, the police
will be called to make certain everything is okay at home.
Please use the bus transportation provided by the school district whenever possible. This helps to eliminate end-of-theday confusion.
CALENDAR
It is the responsibility of parents/guardians to know the school calendar and be aware of scheduled early release days.
There should be plans in place to ensure the safety of your children on early release days. A copy of the school calendar
can be found on the district website at www.torrington.org.. The calendar may be revised during the school year so
please check the district website periodically for any changes that may have occurred.
CHANGE IN TRANSPORTATION
If your child will not be going home on the bus, you must send a note to his/her classroom teacher. Without a note, your
child will be placed on the bus. If the student is going to a daycare or another destination, an Alternate Busing Form
must be completed. Forms are available on our school website.
For security reasons we do not take telephone calls for changes in dismissal plans. If a change must occur and no note
has been sent, you must either fax us a note with your signature, come to school to provide a written note, or email a
note to ejohnson@torrington.org AND dschapp@torrington.org in order to make the change. Changes must be made
before 2:30 P.M.
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_CLOTHING/PERSONAL ITEMS
Clothing and personal items should be identified with a child's full name. This includes backpacks, lunch boxes, and all
outer clothing. Lost articles may be claimed in the lost and found baskets located just inside the door of the main
entrance and in the hallway outside the gymnasium.
COMMUNICABLE DISEASES
All infectious diseases (e.g. Chicken Pox, Strep Throat, Scabies, Head Lice, etc.) should be reported to the school nurse.
The nurse will discuss the protocol for your child’s return to school. The protocols we follow were established with the
advice of our School Medical Advisor and on recommendations of the Red Book of Infectious Diseases. (See appendix:
Contagion)
COMPUTERS
Computers are used as instructional tools for all students in an integrated curricular approach. Students learn basic
computer skills and expand thinking skills while using the computer to enrich their classroom experience.
CONFERENCES
Parent/guardian/teacher conferences will be held on December 11, 12 and 13, 2013 and April 9, 10 and 11, 2014. These
dates are single-session days. A letter will be sent home offering you the opportunity to sign up for a conference. In
addition to the December and April conferences, parents/guardians are encouraged to request a conference any time they
have questions regarding their child's progress. Our goal is to have 100% parent/guardian participation.
CONNECTICUT MASTERY TEST (CMT)
Participation in the Connecticut Mastery Test (CMT) is required by Section 10-14n of Connecticut General Statutes.
This statute states that each student in grades three through eight enrolled in public schools in Connecticut must be
tested annually on the statewide mastery exam. Testing takes place during the month of March. Listed below is a
calendar of dates for spring 2013 and spring 2014.
CMT Testing Window
Spring 2013 March 1, 2013 – March 28, 2013
Spring 2014 March 3, 2014 – March 28, 2014
CMT Direct Assessment of Writing – Tuesday, March 5, 2013
CMT Direct Assessment of Writing – Tuesday, March 4, 2014
CURRICULUM
Language Arts (Reading, Writing, Language Mechanics & Expression, Handwriting, and Spelling)
Mathematics
Social Studies
Science/Health
Art
Music
Physical Education
CURRICULUM NIGHT
Our official open house is the district-wide Elementary Curriculum Night that takes place each September. We follow
an Early Release Day Schedule on this day. A notice will be sent home with each child outlining the details and
schedule for the Curriculum Night.
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DELAYED OPENINGS
Depending on weather conditions, there will be either a ninety-minute (90-minute) or two-hour delay.
90-Minute Delay – 10:35 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.
2-Hour Delay – 11:05 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.
There will be no A.M. Kindergarten on 90-minute or 2-hour delayed school openings. There will be P.M.
Kindergarten and P.M. students will arrive at the usual time.
Grade(s)
90-Minute Delay
2-Hour Delay
A.M. Kindergarten
No School
No School
P.M. Kindergarten
12:40 P.M. - 3:30 P.M
12:40 P.M. - 3:30 P.M.
10:40 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.
Grades 1 – 5
11:10 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.
If there is a need to initiate a ninety-minute or two-hour delay the Power Announcement system will be activated and
you will receive a telephone call informing you of the decision. If there are changes to your telephone number during
the school year, please be sure that you inform the school about the change.
When the weather appears threatening, you may also tune in to WTIC (1080 AM or 96.5 FM), local radio station WZBG
(97.3 FM), TV stations WFSB channel 3, WVIT channel 30, WTNH channel 8 and Cable 5, for delayed opening
information. It would be most helpful if parents/guardians would listen to the radio or watch TV rather than calling the
school.
DISCIPLINE/ BEHAVIOR GUIDELINES
Students are expected to follow all school rules and regulations developed by the Board of Education, building
administration and staff.
GENERAL CLASSROOM RULES: Take responsibility for your behavior choices.
All students at Torringford School are expected to behave responsibly and respect others. These guidelines apply to
every class in the school. Each individual class will develop its own guidelines and consequences that specifically relate
to that class, its teacher, and students.
GENERAL SCHOOL RULES: Take responsibility for your behavior choices.
Follow the directions of the adults immediately.
Walk silently and stay to the right in the hallways.
Keep hands and feet to yourself.
Silence is expected in the hallways at all times.
Show respect by being polite and courteous.
CAFETERIA RULES: Take responsibility for your behavior choices.
Follow the directions of the adults immediately.
Raise your hand and wait for permission from cafeteria supervisors before leaving your seat.
Speak in quiet voices in the cafeteria and while waiting in the lunch line.
Talking must stop immediately when the lights are turned off.
Use good manners.
RECESS RULES: Take responsibility for your behavior choices.
Follow the directions of the adults immediately.
Show kindness and respect toward others.
Use only school playground equipment and make certain to return it to the container.
No chasing or tag games on the playground or playscape.
Ask permission before entering the building.
Play within the boundaries of specific play areas.
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DISMISSAL
Dismissal from school during school hours is disruptive to the educational process. If your child must leave school early
please send a note to the teacher/office. Students must be signed out and picked up in the main office. For safety and
security reasons, you may be requested to provide identification when picking up your child. Children are not allowed
to meet parents/guardians in the parking lot. Outside activities (Dance class, religious education, sports related
activities, etc.) should be scheduled at times that will allow children to attend school for the entire school day.
DRESS CODE
A student's appearance has a direct impact on his/her pride and his/her academic achievement. Students are expected to
dress modestly and in good taste. T-shirts with obscene slogans, profanity, or provocative clothing will result in a
building administrator contacting the student's parent/guardian for the provision of alternate clothing for the school day.
If a parent/guardian is unavailable, the student will be asked to turn the inappropriate clothing article inside out.
The following attire is prohibited from wear at Torringford School during the academic school day:
Head coverings of any kind including, but not limited to scarves, bandannas, masks, kerchiefs, athletic
headbands, hats, caps, or hoods.
Tank tops/athletic shirts without a tee shirt or over shirt.
Sunglasses (unless required by a doctor).
For safety reasons, clog, Heelys, flip-flop and thong type shoes are not allowed.
Attire or accessories, which portray disruptive writing or pictures.
Attire or accessories, which depict logos or emblems that encourage the use of drugs, tobacco products, or
alcoholic beverages.
Shirts and/or blouses, which reveal the abdomen, chest, or undergarments.
See through clothing.
Shorts, miniskirts, or pants, which reveal the upper thigh or undergarments.
Any other item that may be disruptive to the learning process.
Please review this information with your child.
In addition, as the weather gets cooler, the children will continue to go out for recess every day, unless the temperature
drops below 20 degrees. We will also factor in the wind chill. Please have your child/ren dress appropriately for the
cold weather. It is our hope and expectation that children will come to school dressed appropriately to fulfill both their
academic and social/behavioral goals.
DROP-OFF/PICK-UP
When a student is dropped off and picked up from school in the morning or afternoon, this should be done near the
gymnasium entrance located on the Torringford West Street side of the building. In the morning, parents/guardians
should enter the Torringford West Street driveway and line up single file beginning near the gym area and along the
driveway. Students should not be dropped off at the main entrance located at 800 Charles Street before the start of
school. Students should remain in cars until directed to unload by a member of the Torringford School staff. Staff
members will assist in showing children where to enter the building. In the afternoon, parents/guardians who are
picking up children, will need to park and enter the building near the gymnasium to “sign out” children. The
gymnasium doors will open at 3:35 P.M. Kindergarten pick up for the morning session takes place at the main entrance
driveway on Charles Street. After school begins, all late arrivals and dismissals should enter the building using the main
entrance to the school. Traffic in the main driveway is one way and fire regulations prohibit the parking of vehicles in
the driveway. This area is used exclusively for children to get on and off the buses and for emergency vehicles.
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EARLY DISMISSAL
The Superintendent of Schools has the authority to close school early due to inclement weather or other extraordinary
circumstances. If there is a need to close school early, the Power Announcement system will be activated and you will
receive a telephone call informing you of the decision. If there are changes to your telephone number during the school
year, please be sure that you inform the school in writing about the change.
You may also listen for announcements on the following radio stations: WZBG (97.3 FM), WTIC (1080 AM and 96.5
FM) and on TV stations: WFSB channel 3, WVIT channel 30, WTNH channel 8, 4 and Cable 5. It would be most
helpful if parents/guardians would listen to the radio rather than call the school. Dismissal on these days will be
at 1:30 p.m. On unplanned Early Release Days, the morning kindergarten will remain at school and be dismissed
at 1:30 P.M. P.M. Kindergarten is not held on Early Dismissal Days due to inclement weather. Lunch is served in
the elementary schools for grades 1 – 5 and the A.M. kindergarten children will be served a light lunch.
(Parents/guardians should make sure that their child/ren know where to go if there is an early dismissal). After
school and evening activities are cancelled, including Board of Education and Committee meetings when school is
dismissed early due to inclement weather.
EMERGENCY CLOSING OF SCHOOL
In order to provide a consistent plan for emergency closing situations, it is essential that you provide the school with a
plan that you have discussed with your child. You will be asked to complete an Emergency Closing of School form at
the beginning of the school year that will be followed in the event of an emergency closing. Each classroom teacher will
remind children of the agreed upon plan before your child is dismissed. Please note that our regular dismissal policy
also pertains to emergency closings. No changes will be allowed over the phone. You must send a written note, an
email, a signed fax, or come in personally to make any dismissal changes. All children will be dismissed on an
“Emergency Closing of School” day. All after school activities are cancelled and no child will remain at school.
FIELD TRIPS
Educational field trips are used to enhance a unit of study. These trips are a privilege and are arranged by the teacher
with the approval of the principal and the superintendent. Any student whose behavior is considered detrimental to the
well being of other students may be barred from participation or be required to have a parent attend. While on a trip, all
students are considered to be in school. Students must follow all rules and regulations relevant to the specific trip as
well as rules specified in the Student Code of Conduct.
FIRE DRILLS
The safety and well being of our students are of utmost concern and importance to our staff. Teachers regularly review
fire drill procedures with their students. Teachers encourage quiet, careful and quick evacuation of the building. Fire
drills are conducted monthly as required by state statute.
FORGOTTEN ITEMS
If you have to drop-off something for your child, please bring it into the main office, at 800 Charles St. Please do not go
directly to the classroom. We will be sure your child gets the item. This is a protection for our children and helps to
ensure that no unauthorized person is walking around the school. If your child forgets something at school in the
afternoon, such as homework, a parent/guardian must accompany the child into the building. Please be aware
that the front doors will be locked at 4:15 p.m. No one will be allowed in the building after this time.
GRADES
There are three (3) marking periods for students in grades 1 - 5. Report cards will be issued on December 13, 2013,
April 11, 2014 and the last day of school. Kindergarten report cards will be issued twice (2) a year on April 11, 2014
and the last day of school. Report card distribution dates are subject to change.
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GROWING GOOD CITIZENS CHARACTER PROGRAM
Growing Good Citizens is a character education program, developed by the staff at Torringford School to specifically
meet the needs of our school. The program is comprised of five character traits. These are the traits that we feel are
essential to good citizenship. There are specific performance indicators or behaviors that are visible when students are
displaying the traits. An overview of the traits and expected behaviors is included below:
We, the people of Torringford School, are a community where students and teachers grow by:
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working together,
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learning from each other,
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always doing our best,
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and recognizing and celebrating differences.
We build this community by being caring, trustworthy, respectful, responsible and fair.
To be trustworthy, we must:
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always tell the truth and be honest,
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always make good choices and follow through on them,
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and be loyal to family, friends and country.
To be respectful, we must:
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treat others as we would like to be treated,
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use good manners,
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be understanding of others and their feelings,
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and take care of ourselves, our school and community.
To be responsible, we must:
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take ownership of our learning and behavior,
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stop and think before we act,
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always do our best,
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and always listen and follow directions.
To be fair, we must:
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listen to others,
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respect the opinions of others,
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share and take turns,
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and play by the rules.
To be caring, we must:
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show kindness and consideration,
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forgive others,
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help others in need,
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and take pride in all we do.
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS & SERVICES
IMMUNIZATIONS
Public Act 91-327 specifies immunization requirements for school entrance as follows:
DTP 4 doses of diphtheria, pertussis, and tetanus, vaccine with the last dose given on or after the 4th birthday.
POLIO 3 doses of polio vaccine with the last dose given on or after the 4th birthday.
MEASLES, MUMPS, RUBELLA (MMR) 2 doses of Measles, Mumps, and Rubella vaccine the first dose given after
the 1st birthday with a second dose before entry into Kindergarten.
HEMOPHILUS INFLUENZA (HIB) 1 dose of HIB vaccine given after the 1st birthday if a child will NOT be 5 years
old before school entry.
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HEPATITIS B (HBV) All children born January 1, 1994 and after must have completed the 3 dose series before school
entry.
VARICELLA All children born January 1, 1997 and after must have medical proof of Varicella vaccine or proof of
Varicella disease (Chicken Pox).
TUBERCULIN SCREENING All students entering the school system must show evidence of either a recent TB
screening or proof of Risk for TB Evaluation.
Students may not start school without proof of the required immunizations.
PHYSICAL EXAMS Any student entering the Torrington Public School System for the first time must show evidence
of a complete physical. State of Connecticut Blue Forms will be provided to you. School records from other school
districts will be checked and, if there is no evidence of a recent physical, you will have 30 days in which to complete this
requirement. Physical exams must show evidence of: height, weight, blood pressure, blood work and indicate any
restrictions for physical activity or clearance for full participation in school programs. Parents/guardians should
complete the front of the blue form.
Students who do not adhere to legal requirements will be excluded from school. The objectives of the school health
program are to reduce the obstacles to learning caused by poor health and to contribute to education in healthful living.
The regular program of health assessments carries out these objectives: health screening with referral and follow-up, the
maintenance of cumulative health records for all students, and a comprehensive program of health education.
The health services department and the Torrington Board of Education, in compliance with Public Law 80-440, will
provide screening for your child/ren in the following areas using procedures recommended by the State Board of Health
and Education:
1. Vision – Grades K-5
2. Hearing – Grades K-3 and 5
3. Postural – Grade 5
4. Periodic Head Lice checks as necessary
HOMEWORK POLICY
The responsibility of the school to educate the child is carried out by the teachers through effective classroom instruction
and the careful delegation of independent study. It is important for the student to be taught in school the concepts
related to the subject area and how to study before he/she is given work to do at home. Therefore, there is a steady
increase in the amount of homework expected of students from the elementary grades to the senior high school.
Homework is given to reinforce skills taught, develop responsibility, and develop proper work and study habits. It also
gives parents/guardians the opportunity to provide support and recognition. Assignments are determined by teachers in
accordance with the Board of Education's Policy, the needs of the students, grade level and the objectives of the
curriculum. It should be understood that there is never a time when a student does not have homework. He/she can
always review, preview or improve his/her present assignments. We ask parents/guardians to provide a quiet, suitable
place for their child to do homework. It is our hope that students will not miss school due to family vacation; but if this
is the case, missed schoolwork and homework will be made up upon the student’s return. Please do not ask for
assignments prior to your vacation, as the school cannot legitimize absences for vacation by giving work in
advance.
ILLNESS
Students who have a temperature of 100 degrees or higher will be dismissed from school and should not return until
their temperature is normal for 24 hours without medication such as Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen.
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IMMUNIZATIONS
Parents/guardians must comply with Public Law 80-440 regarding immunization of school children. No kindergarten or
new student will be allowed to enter school without specific inoculations. Every child's medical record must be
complete and current.
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
Thirty-minute instrumental music classes are available to students in grades four and five on wind, percussion, and
string instruments. Students who elect to participate in the program will meet in a small weekly instructional group of
like instruments and a weekly ensemble class. Instrumental lesson groups and ensembles are based on a pullout system
from class. Children are responsible for completing missed class work following the weekly lesson and ensemble
rehearsal.
INSURANCE
Insurance programs are available to all students. Application forms to purchase individual accident insurance will be
sent home with students at the beginning of the school year. Parents/guardians are asked to sign and return the forms if
you wish to take advantage of this coverage.
INVITATIONS
To avoid hurt feelings and classroom interruptions, birthday and party invitations may not be distributed at school. The
exception would be if every student in the class receives an invitation.
LANGUAGE ARTS
The goal of the Torrington Public Schools' Language Arts Program is to develop life-long readers and writers. The
purpose of language is to communicate meaning. Reading and writing are meaning-making processes that build upon
a child's own language background. The greatest learning takes place when students are active participants in the
teaching-learning process. Language Arts should be integrated to help children see connections to the world around
them. Our program focuses on comprehension and includes opportunities for a wide variety of materials and language
experiences. In order to extend emphasis on meaning, reading and writing are integrated across the curriculum.
LEGAL CUSTODY
When a child’s parents are separated or divorced, the issue of custody often becomes a matter of concern for the school.
In order to protect the child and the rights of the custodial parent, it is important that the school be given a photocopy of
the custodial agreement. Without this document in our files, we must legally release a child to either parent. If there are
changes to a custodial agreement during the school year, a copy of the changes must be provided to the school for our
files. It is important for the custodial parent to inform his/her child’s classroom teacher if a custodial agreement exists.
_LIBRARY/MEDIA
The goal of our library is to develop independent library users. Our library/media center is automated using an
electronic card catalog. A flexible-access schedule, designed to meet the curricular needs of classes is utilized
throughout the day. The flexible-access schedule allows for individual visits, small group study, or large instructional
blocks of time for student research units. Kindergarten through grade three students borrow books for a period of one
week with the option to exchange their book any time throughout the week. Fourth grade and fifth grade students are
encouraged to borrow books from the library and renew them after two weeks. Once a student enters third grade, he/she
can borrow magazines. Connecticut’s free digital library is accessible from computers in the library and classrooms. It
includes electronic databases and on-line resources.
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LOCKDOWN DRILLS
The safety and well being of our students are of utmost concern and importance to our staff. Students will take part in
discussions with their classroom teachers reviewing the procedure, as well as the reasons why we might have to use this
process in the case of an emergency. Please know that all discussions are age-appropriate and that we in no way want to
frighten the children. In the case of a real emergency, we believe it is imperative that we all be prepared. Two
lockdown drills are conducted each school year as required by state statute.
LOCKERS
Students in grades 1 – 5 are assigned lockers near their classrooms. Decorating the inside or the outside of lockers is not
permitted.
LOST AND FOUND
Students and parents/guardians are encouraged to check frequently for missing items. All lost and found items are
placed in the baskets located just inside the door of the main entrance to the school, and in the hallway outside the
gymnasium. Parents/guardians are requested to label all articles of clothing and lunch boxes.
LUNCH PROGRAM
Torringford School uses the “SNAP” System for lunch money collection. This is a computerized program which allows
parents/guardians to bank lunch money payments for their children. You can pre-pay any amount you choose. The
money will be placed in the child’s account and will be drawn from, like a checking account, as your child buys lunch.
Make checks payable to Torringford School Lunch Program. Using a standard white envelope, parent/guardians should
fill out the front of the envelope and send a check or cash in the sealed envelope. Please fill out the front of the
envelope with the following information:
STUDENT’S NAME
STUDENT’S ID#
Without this information, payments will not be accepted or credited.
First Grades
Second Grades
12:50 – 1:20
12:15 – 12:45
**Subject to time changes
LUNCH PERIODS**
Third Grades
Fourth Grades
1:25-1:55
11:40-12:10
Fifth Grades
12:15-12:45
Lunch menus will be sent home in advance and are posted in the classrooms, main office, cafeteria, and the Torrington
Public Schools’ Web Page.
Students may also bring in a cold lunch. Please do not send in candy or soda as part of your child’s lunch. It is our hope
to eliminate the consumption of candy and soda during school.
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MAKE-UP WORK
Make-up work will be available to children who miss school due to illness, emergency, or other exceptional
circumstances. Please provide a written note for all excused absences. The school cannot legitimize absences for
vacation by giving work in advance. Children who miss school will be allowed to make up the work when they return.
MATHEMATICS
The Mathematics Program emphasizes active student involvement in the math learning process with the use of
manipulatives and cooperative problem-solving groups. Children are provided learning experiences that focus on
valuing, communicating, and reasoning mathematically. Our goal is to enable all students to become confident in their
ability to do math and to become mathematical problem solvers.
MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION
A school nurse, or in her absence, an administrator or any teacher properly trained, may administer medicinal
preparations including controlled drugs to any student with the written order of a licensed physician and the written
authorization of the parent or guardian.
MEDICATION POLICY
All medication brought to school must follow the guidelines required by law. Medication should be given at home if at
all possible. Most medications, including antibiotics, can be spread out over a 24-hour period. The following
procedures need to be followed for all medications:
1. The required medical form must be completed. (This includes a written order from a physician or dentist and a
written authorization from a parent/guardian.) Copies of this form are available from the school nurse and from
the main office.
2. Children are not to bring medication to school. All medications must be delivered to the school by the
parent/guardian.
3. Medication must be given directly to the nurse, or in her absence, a building administrator.
4. All prescription medication must be delivered in the original container.
5. Non-prescription medication must be in a sealed container with maximum 45 school day supply. Nonprescription medication such as Tylenol, Benadryl, throat spray, or nasal spray must comply with the above
regulations. The use of cough drops is not encouraged at school. If it is absolutely necessary to have cough
drops, a note from a parent/guardian is required. The student will keep these in the nurse’s office to take when
needed.
6. No more than a 45 school day supply of medication shall be delivered to the school. Parents/guardians who
purchase medication in bulk supplies, must advise their supplier (Pharmacy) to package the medication in 45day increments for use in the school.
7. Prescription containers must be labeled with:
a) Name of child
b) Name of drug
c) Strength
d) Dosage
e) Frequency
f) Physician’s or dentist’s name
g) Date of original prescription
8. The doctor’s order must be hand signed by the doctor.
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MONTHLY CALENDAR
Our monthly calendar will be available on the district-wide web calendar by logging onto “http.//www.torrington.org”.
Click onto District Services and onto the District Calendar. This will show you Torringford School’s events along with
the other district schools.
MUSIC
Music instruction is provided for students. This includes singing, movement, music reading, and playing classroom
instruments.
NO SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
No school announcements are made using the Power Announcement broadcast system. (Please update us in writing
during the school year if your telephone numbers or email addresses change so you continue to receive Power
Announcement notifications.) No school announcements are also made regularly after 6:00 A.M. on radio stations
WTIC (1080 AM & 96.5 FM), WZBG (97.3 FM), WKISS (95.7 FM), and on TV stations WFSB channel 3, WVIT
channel 30, WTNH channel 8, and Cable 5. Please utilize the Power Announcement broadcast system, radio stations or
TV channels to obtain this information, rather than calling the school.
NOTES FROM PARENTS
A written note is required from a parent/guardian if there is any change in transportation from school. This includes
staying after school for an activity or changing from a bus student to a walker. If the change in transportation is a year
long activity, a permanent note may be sent in at the beginning of the school year. Written notes must also be sent into
school if a student will be dismissed early (i.e. dental or medical appointment). Please submit any changes for the day
before 2:30 PM.
If you need to change your child’s dismissal plans, you must send in a written note to your child’s teacher. For security
reasons we do not take phone calls for changes in dismissal plans. If a change must occur and no note has been sent,
you must either fax us a note with your signature, come to school to provide a written note, or email a note to
ejohnson@torrington.org AND dschapp@torrington.org in order to make the change.
NOTICES
Occasionally, notices will be sent home to keep parents/guardians up-to-date on school and community events. Please
make every effort to check with your child each day to read and share the information with him/her.
NURSE
Our school nurse may be reached Monday through Friday from 8:55 A.M. - 3:55 P.M. at 489-2300 ext. 1406. Her
responsibilities include the care of immediate health problems, providing first aid, and keeping complete health records
on every child. If your child has been sick or was injured over the weekend, it is advisable to seek medical attention
before returning to school. The nurse cannot diagnose an illness or injury. A nurse can offer guidelines and
recommendations to parents/guardians. Only a physician can diagnose an illness.
OFFICE
The school office is open 8:00 A.M. - 4:15 P.M. during the school year and 7:30 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. during vacation
periods. Administrative Assistant, Erika Johnson, ext.1400 Secretary, Debbi Schapp, ext.1401 will be happy to answer
your questions by calling 860-489-2300.
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Physical Education is offered for all children in Grades K through 5. Students must wear sneakers and play clothes to
Physical Education class. A signed note from a physician is required to be excused from P.E.
PICTURES
School pictures are arranged annually by the Torringford School P.T.O. Different packages are available for purchase.
A special flyer will be sent home with details announcing this event.
PLANNED EARLY RELEASE DAY
Lunch is served in the elementary schools for grades 1 - 5 on Planned Early Release Days. Both A.M. and P.M.
Kindergartens meet on Planned Early Release Days.
Kindergarten Schedule for Planned Early Release Days:
A.M. Session
P.M. Session
Kindergarten 9:05 A.M. – 11:15 A.M. 11:20 A.M. – 1:30 P.M.
Grades 1 – 5 Planned Early Release Days: 9:05 A.M. – 1:30 P.M.
PRESIDENTIAL ACADEMIC AWARDS:
Presidential Academic Awards are presented annually to fifth grade students. Students presented with this award must
meet the following criteria:
1. Maintain an average grade of 90 or higher, in each subject area (Reading, Writing, Math, Social Studies, and
Science) during their entire 4th grade year and the 1st and 2nd marking periods in grade 5. The marking period
grades for each year are averaged by subject to see if a grade of 90 or better is achieved. Numerical value for
averaging: A+ = 100, A = 95, A- = 90, B+ = 88, B = 85.
2. Meet goal on grade 4 Connecticut Mastery Test (CMT) on: D.R.P./Reading Comprehension, Writing, and Math.
PROMOTION/RETENTION POLICY
Promotion or retention is based on what is best for the individual student. Students are promoted or retained only after
careful study and analysis by the teachers and administration. The following guidelines are used when determining
promotion or retention:
1. The decision for promotion is based on the chronological age, mental ability, achievement, physical and
emotional development of the student.
2. In general, if retention is indicated, it should take place in the primary grades. Above grade three you may
occasionally find children who will benefit by repeating a grade. Careful study of the individual case, with all its
attending circumstances, is necessary.
3. Advancement to the next grade is recommended when a student with limited abilities is already two or more
years over age for his/her present grade.
4. A child should not be retained more than once in any one grade.
5. The possibility of retention will be discussed with the parents/guardians no later than the beginning of the third
marking period.
6. School officials have the right and responsibility to determine grade placement for students and to determine
whether and when such students will be promoted. Legally, the final decision rests with school personnel.
P.T.O.
The Torringford School P.T.O. provides parents/guardians and teachers the opportunity to work together to provide our
children with programs and activities to enhance their education. A membership drive takes place during the fall. Every
family is encouraged to join. Your involvement will not only benefit your child but our entire school community. You
may contact the P.T.O. at torringfordpto@gmail.com. (See Appendix – P.T.O. Officers)
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RECESS
A recess period is scheduled each day for students in first through fifth grades. As the weather gets cooler, the children
will continue to go out for recess every day, unless the temperature drops below 20 degrees. We will also factor in the
wind chill. Please have your child/ren dress appropriately for the cold weather. A signed note from a doctor is
necessary in order for a student to remain indoors during the recess period.
REGISTRATION
When registering a child for the first time, parents/guardians must submit a completed registration form, birth certificate,
immunization certificate, completed physical examination form, or a statement showing an appointment date for the
physical, and two proofs of residency. Students moving into Torrington from other towns or states should have health
and educational records sent to the school. A release form is available in the main office.
SCHOOL CLOSING/CANCELLATION
When school is closed due to inclement weather, all after school and evening activities are cancelled. This includes
meetings of the Board of Education and committee meetings.
SCHOOL HOURS
The regular school day for students in grades 1 through 5 is 9:05 A.M. – 3:30 P.M. Students may begin arriving at 9:00
A.M. If a student arrives after 9:05 A.M., he/she will be considered tardy.
Morning Kindergarten students may enter the building at 9:00 A.M. and will be dismissed at 11:55 A.M. If a student
arrives after 9:05 A.M., he/she will be considered tardy. Afternoon Kindergarten students may enter the building at
12:40 P.M. and will be dismissed at 3:30 P.M. If a student arrives after 12:40 P.M., he/she will be considered tardy.
It has been agreed upon with the Superintendent of Schools that children enrolled in the Torrington Public Schools will
not be permitted to leave school early for dance recitals, fairs, and other after school activities. Children may only be
released early for an emergency, doctor, or dentist appointment. This expectation is the same as the tardy policy.
SECURITY
ALL VISITORS MUST ENTER THE BUILDING USING THE MAIN ENTRANCE located at 800 Charles Street.
Upon arrival, visitors will sign the visitor’s sign-in and sign-out book. All visitors are required to wear a VISITOR’S
BADGE while in the building. If you are picking up an ill child from the nurse, please stop in the main office to sign
him/her out before proceeding to the nurse’s office.
SNACK TIME
Many of the classroom teachers provide a daily snack time for students. We are asking for parent/guardian support in
providing healthy snacks for our students. Please do not send candy or soda for a snack.
SPECIAL SERVICES
A full range of special services is offered to students with identified needs through the Planning and Placement Team
(PPT) process. Services include classroom modifications, speech therapy, psychological evaluation, counseling with the
school psychologist, social worker, occupational therapy, physical therapy and learning resource classrooms. (See
Appendix-Parents Rights)
STANDARDIZED TESTING
Standardized tests are administered to provide evaluative information regarding individual student progress.
Results of tests are provided to parents/guardians when they become available. Individual appointments to discuss the
results may be requested at any time by contacting your child’s classroom teacher.
STUDENT EXPECTATIONS
Students are expected to learn how to function as a member of a group. The basic behavior of each child is addressed by
the assertive discipline plan of each child's teacher. Because children are individuals, their behavioral problems are
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addressed on an individual basis. Students are expected to be an active part of the teaching-learning process. It is
important that each child strive to achieve and succeed at the appropriate level.
STUDENT RECORDS
The purpose of maintaining school records is to provide a history of educational growth for each student. These records
typically consist of personal information, an attendance record, and information related to the child's educational
program and progress. This includes health records, standardized test scores, and individual diagnostic test scores.
Special Education records are maintained in a separate file. Access to these records may be obtained through the
building principal. Parents/guardians may review these records. Please inquire through the office if you have any
questions about your rights to access, etc. (See Appendix – Buckley Amendment)
STUDENT SENATE
The Torringford School Student Senate is made up of students in 4th and 5th grades. Elections for Student Senate take
place each fall. Students interested in running for Student Senate classroom representatives must complete and return a
signed permission slip. Candidates prepare speeches about why their classmates should elect them. Elections take place
around the time that our local elections take place and the two students who receive the most votes in each classroom are
the Classroom Representatives. Election of officers takes place at the first Student Senate Meeting following the
election. A student must be a Classroom Representative in order to run for an officer position. The President is a 5th
grade student, the Vice-President is a 4th grade student, and the Secretary may be a 4th or 5th grade student.
SUSPENSION POLICY
The principal/assistant principal may suspend a student whose conduct endangers persons or property or is seriously
disruptive of the educational process. Evidence of past disciplinary problems may be used in determining the length of
suspension. Please consult the Elementary School Code of Conduct. (See Appendix – Student Code of Conduct
Elementary Level)
TARDINESS
Any child who enters school after the 9:05 A.M. must stop in the main office accompanied by a parent/guardian or adult
before proceeding to their classroom. The parent/guardian or adult will be required to sign the child in to school so the
child’s name will be removed from the absence list.
TELEPHONE AND ADDRESS CHANGES
It is important for parents/guardians to contact the office (489-2300 ext. 1400 or ext. 1401) immediately if there is
a change of address, telephone number (home or work), childcare provider, work place or person to contact in an
emergency. Please follow this call up with notice of changes in writing.
TELEPHONE USAGE
Student use of the office telephone is for emergency purposes only. Please finalize after school schedules with your
child/ren before they leave for school each day.
VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers provide valuable resources to the school by assisting in classrooms, the media center, and clerical tasks.
Volunteers contribute to improve instruction, enrich curriculum, and increase school community relations. Please call
the school office (489-2300) if you would like to help. Volunteers must sign-in and sign-out in the main office.
WALKER PROCEDURE: When a student is dropped off and picked up from school in the morning or afternoon, this
should be done near the gymnasium entrance located on Torringford West Street. In the morning, parents/guardians
should enter the Torringford West Street driveway and line up single file beginning near the gym area and along the
driveway. Students should not be dropped off at the main entrance located at 800 Charles Street before the start of
school. Students should remain in cars until directed to unload by a member of the Torringford School staff. Staff
members will assist in showing children where to enter the building. In the afternoon, parents/guardians who are
picking up children, will need to park and enter the building near the gymnasium to “sign out” children. The
gymnasium doors will open at 3:35 P.M. Kindergarten pick up for the morning session takes place at the main entrance
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of the school on Charles Street. Students who are dropped off for afternoon kindergarten should be brought to the main
entrance of the school on Charles Street.
At dismissal, any parent/guardian wishing to enter the school building for any reason other than to sign out and pick up a
walker should report to the main entrance of the building located at 800 Charles Street.
If you need to change your child’s dismissal plans, you must send in a written note to your child’s teacher. For security
reasons we no longer take telephone calls for changes in dismissal plans. If a change must occur and no note has been
sent, you must either fax us a note with your signature, come to school to provide a written note, or email a note to
ejohnson@torrington.org AND dschapp@torrington.org in order to make the change before 2:30 PM.
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APPENDIX
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TORRINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
CENTRAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION
860-489-2327
Superintendent of Schools
Director of Business Services
Director of Student and Professional Svcs
Director of Special Education
Director of Facilities
Cheryl Kloczko
Danielle Batchelder
Joe Campolieta
Dr. Beth Robin
David M. Bascetta
TORRINGFORD SCHOOL ADMINSTRATORS
860-489-2300
Cathleen M. Todor, Principal
Charles V. Beyer, Assistant Principal
BOARD OF EDUCATION MEMBERS
Kenneth Traub, Chairperson
Fiona Cappabianca, Vice Chairperson
Ellen Hoehne, Secretary
Paul Cavagnero
Andrew Nargi
Karl Brady
Daniel Thibault
Vincent Merola
Christopher Rovero
John Kissko
EX-OFFICIO BOARD MEMBER
Ryan Bingham, Mayor
TORRINGFORD SCHOOL P.T.O. OFFICERS
President - Yachai Reilly
Vice President - Erin Tierney
Treasurer - Kelli Warner
Secretary - Rachael Nelthropp
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CONTAGION
CHICKEN POX, HERPES SIMPLEX OR ZOSTER: Excluded from school until the lesions are crusted or gone.
CONJUNCTIVITIS: May return after using medication properly for 24 hours.
ERYTHEMA INFECTIOSUM (5TH DISEASE): After rash appears child is no longer contagious
HEPATITIS A: Excluded the first 2 weeks of illness. Excluded until 7 days after the resolution of Jaundice.
HEPATITIS B: Excluded the first 2 weeks of illness. Excluded until 7 days after the resolution of Jaundice. Blood and
body fluid precautions until disappearance of HbsAG (until Antigenemia resolves).
IMPETIGO: After treatment with medication for 24 hours and lesions are no longer draining.
INFECTIOUS MONONUCLEOSIS: May return when the personal physician certifies.
MEASLES: May return 5 day after appearance of rash.
MUMPS: May return 9 days after the onset of swelling.
RUBELLA: May return 7 days after the appearance of rash.
PERTUSSIS: To be excluded from the beginning of the catarrhal stage through the 3 rd week after onset of paroxysms or
until 7 days after start of effective therapy.
RINGWORM: May return after 1 full day of treatment.
SCABIES: May return 24 hours after completion of treatment. Excluded until treated.
SHINGLES: Excluded until lesions are dry and crusted.
STREPTOCOCCAL PHARYNGITIS: May return after 1 full day (24 hours) of treatment.
SCARLET FEVER & SCARLATINA: May return after 36 hours.
MOLLUSCUM CONTAGIOSUM: There is no isolation/exclusion from school but the affected individual should be
excluded from contact sports.
FEVER: Remain at home for 24 hours after temperature returns to normal
COMMON COLD: Common colds can be serious and for this reason, no child with acute respiratory symptoms (runny
nose, watery eyes, significant cough) should be sent to school
PEDICULOSIS: Head Lice is common among children. Parents who suspect head lice are urged to contact the school
nurse to help prevent the spread of head lice. The nurse can give advice on treatment. Nits must be removed from the hair
after treatment and the student must be brought to school and checked by the school nurse before they will be allowed to
return to class.
If there are any questions regarding exclusion from school, please contact William Joslyn (489-2327), Director of Student
and Professional Operations and Dr. Malanese, CT Children’s Medical Center, will be contacted as appropriate.
SOURCE: Red Book, 2003 Report of the Committee on Infectious Diseases
American Academy of Pediatrics
PHYSICAL EXAMS: Students entering from another school system in Connecticut will be notified if they need to have a
physical exam. For students coming from out of the state or country; the student will have to have a physical. The
appropriate form will be given to you at registration. You have 30 days from the time of registration to complete this
requirement. All mandated elements of the physical must be completed; they are indicated with an asterisk (*). This
includes a risk assessment for Tuberculosis and a PPD if the student is considered high risk: coming from a high risk
geographical area or group home/outplacement. Students entering Kindergarten must complete the physical exam
requirement before entry.
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POLICIES
In order to obtain more information on the policies listed below, please visit the
Torrington Public Schools website at www.torrington.org or request a copy from your
school office.
Asbestos
Attendance / Truancy
Buckley Amendment
Bullying / Hate Crimes
Electronic Devices
FERPA
Sexual Harassment of Students
Suicide Prevention Policy
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Torrington Board of Education
CHERYL F. KLOZCKO
SUPERINTENDENT
504 Public Notice
The Torrington Public School District, as a recipient of federal financial assistance from the
United States Department of Education and operates a public elementary or secondary
education program and / or activity, is required to undertake to identify and locate every
qualified person residing in the District who is not receiving public education; and take
appropriate steps to notify disabled persons and their parents or guardians of the District's duty.
The Torrington Public School District assures that it will provide a free appropriate public
education (FAPE) to each qualified disabled person in the District's jurisdiction regardless of the
nature of the severity of the person's disability. For the purposes of Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the provision of an appropriate education is the provision of regular
or special and related aids and services the (i) are designed to meet individual educational
needs of disabled persons as adequately as the needs of nondisabled persons are met and
(ii) are based on adherence to procedures that satisfy the requirements of the 504 federal
regulations.
The Torrington Public School District has developed a 504 Procedural Manual for the
implementation of federal regulations for section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, Subpart D. This
Procedures Manual may be reviewed by contacting William J. Joslyn, Section 504 Coordinator,
at 860-489-2327 ext 336.
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Torrington Board of Education
CHERYL KLOZCKO
SUPERINTENDENT
Torrington Public Schools Public Notice: Nondiscrimination
The Torrington Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion sex,
age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
disability (including but not limited to intellectual disability, past or present history of mental
disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information or any other basis
prohibited by Connecticut state and /or federal discrimination laws in its programs, activities,
and employment practices as set forth in compliance with the Office of Civil Rights, Title VI,
Title IX, and Section 504. Any person having inquiries concerning Torrington Public Schools’
compliance with Section 504, Title VI or Title IX should contact William J. Joslyn, Director of
Student and Professional Operations, at Torrington Public Schools, 355 Migeon Avenue,
Torrington Connecticut or 860-489-2327 ext 336.
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