HANDBOOK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM
We acknowledge that we have received the
Enders-Fisherville/Halifax Elementary School
Parent/Student Handbook for the 2011 – 2012 school year and
recognize that it is our responsibility to familiarize ourselves with its
contents.
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Student Signature
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Teacher
Parent/Guardian Signature
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Grade
Date
Please sign and return this page to your child’s teacher/school by
Friday, September 9, 2011
Please sign and return this page to your child’s teacher/school by
Friday, September 9, 2011
Student Information
Name:___________________________ Grade: ___
Address:____________________________________
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Student Resides with:
Father
Mother
(Please Circle)
Both Parents
Guardian
Home Phone Number: _________________________
E-mail Address: _____________________________
Mother’s Work Number ____________cell_________
Father’s Work Number _____________cell________
Emergency Contact:
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Students will not be released to persons other than those listed below,
for any reason, without consent of parent/guardian.
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Parent/Student Handbook
and Student Code of Conduct
Enders-Fisherville Elementary School
Halifax Elementary School
2011-2012
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Mission Statement
Principal’s Message
Cycle Days and School Procedures
A. PSSA
B. Attendance
C. Tardiness
D. Early Dismissals
E. Names, Address, Telephone Numbers
F. Care of Books & School Property
G. Report of Pupil Progress
H. Student Confidentiality Policy #216
I. Homework
J. Educational Field Trips
K. Parent Volunteers, Conferences & Meetings
L. Building Pass & Safety Procedures
M. School Delays/Early Dismissals
N. School Spirit Days
O. Cafeteria
Student Code of Conduct
A. Cat Stars – Positive Behavior Program
B. Concerns, Fouls and Strikes
C. School Bus Procedures
D. Tobacco
E. Controlled Substances
F. School Dress Code
G. Phys. Ed. Dress Code
H. Music Class Dress Code
I. Weapons Policy
J. Electronic Devices
School Health Services
Student Assistance Program
School Wellness
A. Recess
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VIII. Acceptable Use Policy
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2011-2012 School Calendar
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Halifax Area School District
3940 Peters Mountain Road
Halifax, PA 17032
(717) 896-3416
www.hasd.us
Mission Statement
Halifax Area School District in a partnership with
students, parents, and community members will provide
all students a safe, supportive, and challenging
environment in order to maximize individual learning
potential. Students will be prepared to be lifelong
learners and to be responsible, productive, and
accountable citizens.
Halifax Area School District
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Halifax Elementary Schools
Halifax Elementary School
3940 Peters Mountain Road
Halifax, PA 17032
717-896-4053
717-896-8337 (FAX)
Dr. J. Craig Raisner, Principal
Mrs. Marie Daub, Secretary
Mrs. Bonnie Kabonick, Clerical Aide
Enders-Fisherville Elementary
791 Enders Road
Halifax, PA 17032
717-896-4054
717-362-6358 (FAX)
Mr. Daniel Borrelli, Principal
Mrs. Kathy White, Secretary
Dear Parents,
We welcome you to the 2011-2012 school year. As stated in our
Mission Statement, ” we seek to work as partners with our parents to
support the growth of our students.” The teachers and staff at both
Enders-Fisherville and Halifax Elementary strive to create a safe, caring,
and structured environment for all children. We follow curriculum aligned
with state standards to prepare our students well for a successful future.
Research has proven that parental involvement in schools increases
student achievement. We encourage parent participation and volunteering
through many outlets within our schools. Please contact your child’s teacher
if you are able to volunteer or want more information concerning what you
could do to help.
Communication is an essential key for a successful partnership. If you
have any concerns about the progress or work habits of your child, please
contact the teacher first. If you feel your concerns need to be addressed
further, please contact the school office to schedule an appointment.
This handbook has been compiled to serve as a resource. Hopefully,
you will readily store and use it as a reference throughout this year. On
behalf of all the school board, teachers, and staff here at Halifax, we
extend all our best to you and your child for a fantastic school year.
Sincerely,
Dr. J. Craig Raisner
Halifax Elementary Principal
Mr. Daniel Borrelli
Enders-Fisherville Principal
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CYCLE DAYS AND SCHOOL PROCEDURES
Our school operates, not according to the days of the week, but with
each day numbered so that all subjects get equal time. August 29 is Day 1 in
our cycle while August 30 is Day 2, August 31 is Day 3, etc. On the sixth
day, Sept. 6, the cycle will end. A new cycle will begin on Sept. 7 (Day 1) and
will run continuously throughout the year. In most cases, days that school is
not in session for students are not counted as days in the cycle. The day of
the cycle is always announced in the morning and posted in the office
window. The six-day cycle allows more flexibility in scheduling as well as
consistency in scheduled time.
A. P.S.S.A.’s
During the administration of the Pennsylvania System of School
Assessment (P.S.S.A.) attendance of all students is critical. Please refrain
from scheduling appointments during that time. No educational trips will
be approved during that time.
Dates:
Test Window – March 12 through April 13, 2012
B. Attendance
According to Pennsylvania School Law, “compulsory school age refers to
the period of a child’s life from the time the child enters school as a
beginner which may be no later than at the age of 8 years, until the age of
17 or graduation from a high school, whichever occurs first. A beginner is a
child who enters a school district’s lowest elementary school grade that is
above kindergarten”. Regular attendance at school is essential. The
following is the procedure we will follow for student absences.
1. Parents should attempt to call the office between 7:30 and 9:30 to
report their child absent from school.
2. A student will have three (3) days in which to submit an excuse. If no
excuse is received by the third day, the absence will be logged as
unexcused/unlawful. Three days of consecutive absence from school
will require a doctor’s note in order for the absence to be recognized
as excused.
3. Student absences are reviewed routinely. If at any time, absences
have exceeded 10% or more of the school days to date, parents will be
notified. If excessive absences continue, a doctor’s note may be
required for further absences.
4. After three days of unexcused/illegal absences, a notice will be sent
to the parents. Fines could be imposed.
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5. 10:45 a.m. is considered the cut off time for half day absences. For
example – students entering after 10:45 would be considered present
½ day.
6. Attendance at school is required for participation in extra curricular
activities.
7. The following condition(s) will constitute reasonable causes for
absence/tardiness/early dismissals from school:
1.
Illness
2.
Doctor/Dentist Appt.
3.
Quarantine
4.
Recovery from accident
5.
Required court attendance
6.
Religious Holiday
7.
Exclusion from school
8.
Educational Trips
9.
Death in the family
10.
Exceptionally urgent reason
The term “exceptionally urgent reasons” shall be strictly enforced and shall
not provide license for irregular attendance. The following reason shall
constitute examples of exceptionally urgent reasons:
a. Stranded away from home
b. Family emergency (principal will interpret)
C. Tardiness
School begins at 8:50 am with attendance in homeroom. If a student
enters after 8:50, he/she must report directly to the Office. Students will
be marked absent by the homeroom teacher. Students who arrive at school
after 8:50 am but before 10:45 am will be marked with “Tardy” on their
official attendance record.
Beginning with the 3rd tardy to school, a student will be called to the
office and will be have a conference with the principal. A letter will be sent
home alerting the parents to the level of tardiness.
Beginning with and including a student’s 6th unexcused tardy, the
student will be responsible to serve a lunch detention for each tardy arrival.
A parent/guardian phone conference will be conducted by the counselor
and/or principal. After a student is assigned 3 lunch detentions for
tardiness, the next tardy will result in a student missing recess.
Parents/Guardians will meet with the counselor and/or principal to eliminate
tardiness. Continued tardiness may result in after school detention. When
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habitual tardiness accumulates to equal one school day, the student will be
charged with an unexcused/unlawful absence. With the exception of late
bus arrival, illness, or family emergency, lateness to school will be logged as
unexcused. Car problems, oversleeping, etc. are not necessarily acceptable
reasons to be late.
D. Early Dismissals
While the need may arise for students to be dismissed early from
school to attend an approved special activity or doctor’s appointment,
parents should make every attempt to schedule such activities after the
school day. However, if an early dismissal is required, the following
procedures will be followed.
1. Students must present a written note to the office signed by the
parent or guardian indicating the reason for early dismissal. If the
request is for a medical or dental appointment, an official
doctor’s/dentist’s note must be submitted to the office upon return
to school.
2. Written notes must be submitted to the office on or before the day
of the early dismissal.
3. Parents must come to the office and sign the child out indicating the
expected time of return. Students will be instructed to report to the
office at the time indicated for dismissal on the written note.
4. The early dismissal will be posted on the daily attendance bulletin with
the time of dismissal stated. Students are responsible for any missed
work.
5. Students will be granted an excused early dismissal for significant
reasons only. Refer to #7 under attendance.
6. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS A STUDENT TO LEAVE SCHOOL
WITHOUT PERMISSION given through the office.
7. The expectation is maintained that when an early dismissal occurs, the
student will be in school prior to the appointment or return to school
after the appointment within reason and constraints of the school day.
For example, if a doctor’s appointment is scheduled for 11:30 a.m., it is
expected that the student will be in school during the morning and
would return after the appointment.
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E. Changes of Names, Addresses & Telephone Numbers
Students/parents must report changes in their names, addresses, and
telephone numbers to the office as soon as possible so that school records
can be kept up to date. The updated information is especially important so
that school personnel could contact the student’s home in case of an
emergency. An emergency contact and work number at which a parent can
be reached are ESSENTIAL.
F. Care of Books & School Property
Textbooks and supplies are furnished to students at the school
district’s expense on a loan agreement. All textbooks are identified by a
stamp and number on the inside cover. When a book is issued to a student,
the teacher records its number and condition. The student is responsible
for returning the same text at the end of the year.
Students are
accountable for lost and damaged books regardless of what happens to them.
If books, chorus music, or other property are lost, they shall be paid for on
the basis of cost at the time of issue.
G. Report of Pupil Progress
The pupil reporting system adopted at Enders-Fisherville Elementary
School and Halifax Elementary School is designed to better facilitate
communications between the home and school. So that we can report your
child’s progress in a manner that is compatible with his/her program we have
devised different report cards to be used in the grade levels. Even though
they are different each report card is based on the following ideas:
1.
Each child is an individual and should be judged accordingly.
2.
Both social and academic skill developments should be reported.
3.
Conferences are an important part of any reporting system.
4.
Four report cards will be issued each year.
Kindergarten – Each student will be assessed using a skills checklist.
Parent/Teacher conferences are conducted in lieu of report cards during
the first marking period.
Grade 1– Each student will be graded in the following areas: Mathematics
and Communication Arts (reading and written expression). Students are
exposed to Social Studies and Science but are not assessed. Parent/Teacher
conferences are conducted in lieu of report cards during the first marking
period. The following grading system will be used for Grade 1: Students will
be assessed in one of these categories:
 Meeting district standards
 Working toward district standards
 District standards not assessed at this time
 Area of concern
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Grade 2, 3, 4, 5 – Students will be graded in all subjects.
The following grading system will be used for Grades 2 – 5:
Advanced (A) = 93% - 100%
Basic (B) = 70% - 79%
Proficient (P) = 80% - 92%
Below Basic (BB) = 0% - 69%
Individual progress is graded. However, BL (Below Level) notation will be
used to indicate if the curriculum content grade level is not reached.
To enter the next grade, students must successfully meet the
academic requirements at their present grade level.
H. Student Confidentiality Policy #216:
The Halifax Area School District protects the confidentiality of
personally-identifiable student information. Children with disabilities,
students eligible for special education services, and protected handicapped
students are also provided additional protection in accordance with the
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) and other
applicable federal and state laws. The school district will provide a copy of
its confidentiality policy upon request. Should you feel the district is not
providing the rights as guaranteed by the Family Education Rights and
Privacy Act of 1972, you may file a letter with the U.S. Department of
Education at 400 Maryland Avenue, S.W.,Washington, D.C. 20201. More
information can be attained on the school district’s website pertaining to
FERPA at www./hasd.us.
I.
Homework
Homework is important because it reinforces what has been learned in
class, prepares students for future lessons, teaches organization and
responsibility, encourages innovation and creativity, and helps students to
develop good work habits. Homework also acquaints parents with what their
children are learning in school. Based on school instruction and guided
practice, students should be able to successfully complete work at home
within a reasonable amount of time. Homework is an integral part of the
learning process requiring shared responsibility of teachers, parents and
students. A detention to complete missed homework assignments may be
assigned after multiple infractions.
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What are the students’ homework responsibilities?
Students will:
*Have the responsibility to complete the assignment and return the
completed assignment to school on time.
*Have the responsibility of communicating any confusion regarding the
assignment to teachers.
*Clearly communicate homework assignments to parents by a homework
agenda book (Halifax Elementary only).
*Complete any missed assignments due to absences.
What are the teachers’ responsibilities?
Teachers will:
*Provide variety in homework assignments: review, practice and enrichment.
*Provide expectations for work quality and due dates.
*Individualize homework assignments when necessary.
*Review and provide feedback for all homework.
*Monitor completion and quality of assignments and determine consequences
for incomplete work.
What are the parents’ responsibilities?
Parents will:
*Promote a positive attitude and outlook toward homework.
*Understand the responsibility of homework rests with the child.
*Allow children to do their own homework. Provide support when asked by
the child, assist when asked specific questions.
*Communicate concerns regarding student needs/frustrations to the
teacher.
*Provide a quiet study area and needed supplies for the student.
*Check homework agenda book on a regular basis and use it as a
communication tool between teacher and home.
J. Educational Field Trip
It is the practice of the Halifax Area School District to permit student
educational trips (One trip up to but not exceeding 5 days per school
year). Forms for requesting an educational trip are available in the
elementary school office and must be completed and submitted five days
prior for principal’s approval. The educational value of the trip and the
student’s attendance and academic progress will be factors in determining
approval of educational trips.
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NO EDUCATIONAL TRIPS WILL BE PERMITTED DURING PSSA OR
STANDARIZED TESTING PERIODS. THE DATES OF THESE PERIODS
WILL BE MARCH 12 THROUGH APRIL 13, 2012.
All homework, assignments, tests, and projects missed during the dates of
the educational trips must be completed and submitted to the classroom
teacher no later that five (5) school days after the educational trip.
K. Parent Volunteers, Conferences & Meetings
In order to minimize the interruptions during classroom instruction,
all parent classroom observations must be set up and approved in advance by
the Principal. Classroom volunteers are to schedule their times with the
teacher prior to coming in to help. In order to minimize disruption to the
instructional process for all students, unannounced visits by
parents/guardians will not be permitted.
Visitors’ Pass – All visitors must register in the office upon entering
the building and receive a visitor’s pass. Each visitor must also inform the
office as they leave the building. (School Board Policy #907)
If you have an item that needs to be delivered to your student the
office will get it to your child. If you need to talk to your child’s teacher,
we will be happy to deliver a message for you. Thank you for your
understanding and cooperation. By working together we can continue to
make Enders-Fisherville Elementary School and Halifax Elementary School
truly outstanding places for our children to learn and grow.
Please contact your child’s teacher to schedule a conference.
Teachers are not expected to conduct conferences from their home by
telephone.
Parent/Teacher Conferences:
Thursday, November 10, 2011 - 5:00 - 8:00 pm
Friday, November 11, 2011 – all day
Thursday, February 16, 2012 – 5:00 – 8:00 pm
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L. Building Pass and Safety Procedures
The following information is for all staff members, employees,
students, and parents of Enders-Fisherville Elementary School and Halifax
Elementary School. The steps outlined in this notice are designed to ensure
the safety of the children attending our schools. These procedures will help
us provide an orderly atmosphere in the school and in the classrooms.
Students will be released only to their parents or other adults
identified in writing in advance. Phone requests for bus change or parent
pick-up will be honored only in emergency situations. Other phone requests
cannot be honored because we cannot verify the request.
Visitors’ Pass – All visitors must register in the office upon entering the
building and receive a visitor’s pass. Each visitor must also inform the office
as they leave the building. (School Board Policy #907)
Office Pass – Any student who is in attendance and is assigned to a bus must
secure a Bus Pass if he or she will not ride the assigned bus. This includes
students who are walking, being picked up, or transferring to another bus.
In addition, any student getting off an assigned bus at a different location
must have a bus pass.
A Bus Pass will be issued in the building office. A written note from
the parent must accompany such requests. Bus Passes will be issued
according to the Board approved Bus Policy.
Student Pick-Up – At Halifax Elementary, students are to be picked up at
the rear of the building. At Enders-Fisherville, students are to be picked up
in the main lobby. Parents are not to go to the classroom to get their child.
This procedure includes parents who wish to pick-up their child before they
board the bus.
*** In the front of this handbook is a form which will be used to identify
those adults who may pick-up your child at school other than parents. If
there is a court order restricting one parent, the school must be provided
with a copy by the custodial parent, in order to follow it. The person or
persons included on this list must follow all the procedures outlined in this
section. No child will be allowed to leave the school for any reason without a
signed note from a parent/guardian.
*** If you wish to alter this list during the year, you must present the
requested change in writing as least 48 hours prior to the change. This will
give us an opportunity to check the validity of the request by contacting you
personally.
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M. School Delays/Early Dismissal
Announcements will be made in case of school closure due to inclement
weather. Please listen to the following radio stations for reports of delays
or cancellations: WINK 104, LOVE 99, WHP 580, BOB 94.9, WQKX 94.1,
KISS 99.3, CAT Country 102.3/106.7, River 97.3, WEGH 107.3 On
television, WGAL, Channel 8; WHTM, Channel 27; WITF, Channel 33; WHP,
Channel 21; WPMT, Channel 43, and WLYH, Channel 15 will also broadcast
delays.
Please do not telephone the school for information because the
school’s telephone lines are busy with emergency contacts.
N. School Spirit Days
The last school day of every month is designated as School Spirit Day
and we would like all students to participate and show Halifax Pride.
Students are encouraged to wear our school colors, black and gold, or dress
in Halifax School Spirit clothing. Classroom teachers will tally the number
of students participating and the class with the most participation per grade
level is recognized. Show your pride by participating in school spirit days!
O. Cafeteria
By encouraging your child to use the available hot lunch facilities, you
are assured that he/she will have a well balanced meal. Complete platters,
including milk, are served at a nominal cost.
Prices for lunch are:
Students - $2.00
Breakfast:
Students 1.25
Milk:
.40
Breakfast begins at 8:20 am and ends at 8:40 am. Classroom
attendance is taken promptly at 8:50 am.
Your child needs to memorize his or her student number. This is the
number that identifies them from Kindergarten through 12th grade. They
will be using this number daily in the lunch line. Student identity will be
confirmed by using their photo in the cafeteria computer system.
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IV.
Student Code on Conduct
A. Cat Stars – Positive Behavior Program
As stated in the district mission, all students will be provided a safe,
supportive, and challenging environment. This Cat-Stars program is based on
a system of positive rewards, recognizing students who contribute to the
overall school climate and environment. At the beginning of each school
year, students will be given information about the Cat Stars . The emphasis
of this presentation is on positive reinforcement of acceptable behavior
rather than negative consequences regarding unacceptable student behavior.
This positive environment is the responsibility of students, staff,
parents and community. Students and staff will be expected to:
1. Be Kind
2. Be Safe
3. Be Ready
4. Be a Learner
B. Concerns, Fouls and Strikes
We recognize that proper student conduct during school contributes
to learning and is a shared responsibility between the students, the
student’s families and the school district. However, when student
misconduct interferes with educational programs, disciplinary measures
appropriate to the infractions shall be assigned.
Levels of Consequences:
CONCERNS:
Absenteeism
Bullying – 1st offense
Daydreaming
Difficulty when working on own
Distracts others
Homework not complete
Hygiene issues
Inattentive
Leaving class chronically (nurse, bathroom, etc.)
Makes little effort
Not having supplies for class
Other Concerns
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FOULS:
Inappropriate touch
Dress code violation
Inappropriate language
Hall misbehavior (running, horseplay, shouting, noisy, etc.)
Inappropriate bathroom behavior
Disrespect
Bus misconduct
Refusal to follow directive
Minor theft
Absence from class without permission
Bullying – after 1st offense
Discipline Consequences – Fouls
Fouls 1 and 2 – Staff member giving the foul informs the
student and submits the foul to the office for record keeping purposes. A
copy will be sent home with student.
Foul 3 – Staff member giving the foul informs the student and
office/teacher makes contact with parent via “Notice of Concern.”
Foul 4 – Staff member giving the foul informs the student and
the office refers the student to the principal for assignment of detention.
STRIKES:
Forgery/cheating/plagiarism
Major damage to property
Major defiance
Major disruptive/inappropriate behavior
Refusal to follow directive – after 1st offense
Theft
Discipline Consequences – Strikes
Strikes 1 and 2 – Detention
Strike 3 – The principal may assign multiple detentions or utilize
other levels of consequences (suspensions, behavioral contract, alternative
education program, and expulsion) as appropriate.
Little Cat Discipline: Behavioral Expectations and Discipline:
As described in our district’s mission statement, it is our goal to help
all students become responsible, productive, and accountable citizens. All
students and adults have the right to work in a safe environment and an
atmosphere free of disruption. Students who cannot conform to these rules
will be disciplined to preserve other students’ rights to learn and teachers’
rights to teach. Disruption will not be tolerated.
Behavioral requirements may be different from those at home but
students are expected to conform to the school requirements while in
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attendance at school. Discuss this with your children and keep in a location
where it can be reviewed if necessary.
Implementation:
These behavioral expectations are in effect:
 during school hours
 while students are walking to and from school
 while students are being transported on school buses
 during recess and lunch
 during field trips and other activities under the school’s supervision
C. School Bus Procedures
Transportation is provided for all elementary children if so desired.
Children who walk to school need a “Permission to Walk” form signed by their
parents and filed in the elementary office. Bus stops are located as
conveniently as possible for all concerned, but because of highway traffic
and time limitations, these stops must be at safe places and not too close
together.
Boys and girls are expected to conduct themselves in an orderly
manner while riding on a school bus. There should be no improper language,
pushing or shoving. Bus drivers have complete charge and authority of the
children riding their buses.
HALIFAX AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT – BOARD OF EDUCATION POLICY
Rules for Students Riding Buses/Disciplinary Action
To assist bus drivers in carrying out their responsibilities for the
conduct and safety of their passengers, the district hereby gives bus
drivers’ authority to apply the following uniform rules and regulations.
Student bus passengers who refuse to respect the authority of a driver will
be disciplined in accordance with district policy.
By policy, students who commit serious or repeated infractions of
bus rules and regulations will be suspended from riding district buses.
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At All Times
1.
Ride only the bus to which you have been assigned. Exceptions
must be approved by a school principal according to the policy.
On each bus will be a roster of assigned students.
2.
Exercise caution, good manners, and consideration for other
people.
3.
The driver’s first concern must be for safe operation of the
bus; therefore, obey his/her directions.
Waiting for the Bus
4.
Be at your stop several minutes ahead of the scheduled pick-up
time.
5.
Stay a safe distance from the roadway.
6.
Respect the property of persons living near the bus stop.
7.
Stay clear of the bus until it has come to a complete stop.
8.
Wait at least one-half hour (30 minutes) beyond the posted
time for the bus to arrive at your stop before returning to your
home.
Boarding the Bus
9.
Board the bus only at your assigned designated stop.
10.
Do not push or crowd others.
11.
Go directly to your assigned seat. The bus will not be moved
until all passengers are seated.
Personal Items on the Bus
12.
Do not carry knives, firearms, or any other potentially
dangerous items.
13.
Do not place gym bags, band instruments, school projects, and
other such items in the aisles. ACCESS to the front entrance
and rear emergency doors must never be blocked.
Conduct on the Bus
14.
Sit only on your assigned seat.
15.
Avoid yelling, loud talking, and any other conduct which could
distract your driver.
16.
Electronic devices are not permitted.
17.
Keep all parts of the body inside the bus.
18.
Use the emergency door and exit controls ONLY during
supervised drills or actual emergencies.
19.
Smoking and eating on the bus is prohibited.
20.
Do not possess, sell, or consume drugs, alcohol or other
controlled substances on the bus.
21.
Remain seated until the bus has come to a complete stop.
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22.
Help keep the bus clean and in good condition. You will be
responsible for paying for any damages you cause.
Getting Off the Bus
23.
Get off the bus only at your designated stop.
24.
Stay clear of the bus until it has moved from the stop.
Changing Buses
School bus loading zones and routes shall, in accordance with school
law, be approved by the School Board. Students shall be assigned one
permanent pick-up and drop-off point.
In accordance with approved changes made to School Board Policy
#810, requests for changes in bus transportation from the permanent pickup or drop-off location must be submitted in writing to the office at least
72 hours in advance of any change. Because buses operate at capacity
loads, requests for Cub Scout meetings, birthday parties, dance lessons,
etc., may not always be accommodated. Exceptions for unforeseen
emergencies changes will be permitted on a case by case basis.
After a written request has been made and approved, a Bus Pass will
be issued to the student permitting him/her to ride another bus. A
permanent bus assignment must be approved by the bus supervisor.
Requests to accommodate child care needs should be limited to not
more than one change request per month.
Written parent/guardian permission request forms for students to
take a different bus home for early dismissals should be completed at the
beginning of the school year. The school cannot be expected to satisfy
telephoned requests for changes in weather emergencies.
RE:
STUDENT BUS CONDUCT
When a student misbehaves on a bus, the bus driver shall correct the
student, inform him/her of the infraction and deliver a written report to the
principal the same day. If the infraction occurs during the PM run, the
principal should be notified on the morning of the following day. The
Principal shall meet with the student regarding the infraction and inform the
student of the consequence of any further misconduct on the bus. The
principal shall notify the parents of the student in writing, informing them
of the infraction and punishment. The Bus Conduct Report will also inform
the parents of the penalties for subsequent infractions.
The parents of a student who has had his/her bus riding privileges
suspended for the remainder of the school year may, after a period of
forty-five (45) days, petition the principal of the school to have the
suspension lifted. The principal, before granting the request for a review of
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the suspension, shall determine and consider the student’s conduct, academic
performance, and attendance record since the suspension. The principal
shall also take into consideration the infraction leading to the suspension as
well as any prior infractions. If the principal feels a review of the
suspension is in order, the transportation department shall be asked to have
a
representative at the review. The decision to grant or deny the parent
petition shall lie with the principal. If the student’s bus privileges are
restored and the student commits another infraction, there shall be no right
to further appeal and parents will be responsible for transportation at least
for the remainder of that school year.
The parents of any student causing damage to a school bus or any
other school property will be held financially liable for the repair or
replacement of such damage.
D. Tobacco
The use or possession of tobacco in any form is not permitted on
school property or on a school bus.
E. Controlled Substance Abuse
In the best interest for the safety and welfare of students and
individuals associated with the educational process and extra curricular
activities at the Halifax Area School District, the School Board and
Administration concur that any individual using, or in the possession or
control of, or selling or trafficking a controlled substance or alcoholic
beverage on school property, vehicles or buildings, shall be suspended from
the regular school program for a period of time to be determined by the
Administration or until appropriate action is taken at a hearing before a
committee of the School Board.
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F. School Dress Code
The students of the Halifax School District are expected to be aware of
the importance of dressing appropriately and are urged to accept their
responsibility that dress need not be elaborate, but should be safe, clean,
appropriate, and neat. Distracting apparel can be detrimental to the
educational process. The following guidelines serve as standards of decency
to determine the appropriateness of clothing:
1. Clothing must be worn as it was designed and intended.
2. Messages on clothing which are vulgar, have sexual connotations, or are
generally offensive, or which advertise or advocate the use of tobacco,
alcohol or drugs are inappropriate for school.
3. Skirts or shorts should be an appropriate length for school. Pants,
skirts, and shorts should also not be worn low enough to expose
undergarments or the student’s backside.
4. Tops that expose the midriff, low cut tops that expose the chest area,
see-through tops, tank tops, camisoles, halter tops, and tops with
spaghetti straps may not be worn unless they are under another shirt
that will remain on all day. Shirts should cover the shoulder.
5. Holes in clothing should not expose anything above the knee.
6. Students may not wear pajama tops or bottoms to school.
7. Shoes must be worn at all times. Slippers and shoes with wheels are
prohibited. Flip flops and sandals are permitted.
8. The following are not to be worn indoors: gloves, hats, caps, winter
scarves, bandanas, hoods, sunglasses, or other head gear. Hair bands,
headbands, and fashion scarves used as they are intended are acceptable.
9. Outerwear such as coats and jackets must be placed in the designated
area for storage.
10. Any chains, metal items attached to leather, or any apparel that could be
determined to be inappropriate or dangerous (i.e. necklace with spikes)
are prohibited
11. Backpacks and book bags are to be stored in the designated area and
must not be carried during the school day.
The school staff and administration makes the final interpretation as to
what is immodest and distracting. Students in violation of the above
guidelines will be asked to alter their clothing immediately or will be subject
to school disciplinary actions. Parents may be contacted to supply suitable
clothing.
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G. Physical Education Dress Code
At Enders-Fisherville Elementary School and Halifax Elementary
School, students are not permitted to wear jewelry while participating in
Physical Education classes. Jewelry includes, but is not limited to, rings,
watches, bracelets, earrings, and necklaces. Jewelry should be taken off
prior to leaving the classroom to attend Phys. Ed. class. The only reason for
this policy is injury prevention, not only to oneself, but to others as well.
There are exceptions to this policy. Any student may wear any piece
of jewelry provided that student has a note from a parent or guardian
requesting that the jewelry not be removed. Acceptable reasons might
include bracelets or necklaces bearing important health information (such as
diabetes or asthma), or recently pierced earrings where studs must be worn
for a minimum period of time. If there is no note requesting that the
jewelry not be removed, it must come off. The purpose for the parental
note (which will be kept on file) is to alleviate any injury liability on the part
of the Physical Education Instructor.
All students are required to wear sneakers, socks, and pants/shorts
(no dresses or skirts) to each Phys. Ed. class. This, too, is purely for safety.
Sneakers should not be of the slip-on variety and must have a way to tighten
(shoe strings and Velcro are acceptable). Also, the sneakers should not
contain any metal clips, such as those on hiking boots. Flat, round metal
eyelets through which shoe strings pass are not an injury hazard and are
fine. This is part of the student’s PE grade. Provisions can be made for
students who do not have access to sneakers.
NOTE: Students are made aware of each policy above during their initial
physical education class session each school year.
H. Music Class Dress Code:
All students are required to wear sneakers or flat, non-platform
shoes (with a back strap to tighten) (shoe strings and Velcro are
acceptable). Students wearing footwear that is inappropriate for music
class will be asked to sit out during the game, dance or activity that requires
movement. This will affect the student’s music grade. Provisions can be
made for students who do not have access to sneakers. Any sneaker that
would be appropriate for physical education class would also be appropriate
for music class.
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I. Weapons Policy
The Halifax Area School District recognizes that the possession of
weapons on school property is a criminal offense in the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania. The Halifax Area School District also recognizes that the
misuse of weapons has become a serious problem in schools and in society.
Weapons in the schools present serious legal, safety, and welfare problems
to the school community. As an educational institution, the District will
strive to prevent the presence of weapons in the schools. However, when
weapons are found in the schools, the District will intervene to remove the
weapons and prosecute those individuals responsible for handling the weapon.
Possession of a weapon on school grounds, in school buildings, or on school
transportation is a crime in the Commonwealth of PA. Possession of a
weapon at school-sponsored activities also presents serious legal, safety, and
welfare problems to the school community. Therefore, the Halifax Area
School District emphasizes that possessing a weapon or knowing and not
reporting, before or during the course of a District investigation, the
possession of a weapon in the buildings of, on the grounds of, at schoolsponsored activities of, or in any conveyance providing transportation to or
from any elementary or secondary educational institution of the Halifax
Area School District, is a serious violation of the rules and regulations of
The Halifax Area School District. Additionally, because of the potentially
harmful effect on the school community and the strong public policy of
preventing persons from possessing objects which have the appearance or
characteristics of weapons in the building of, on the grounds of, at schoolsponsored activities of, or in any conveyance providing transportation to or
from any elementary or secondary educational institution, for purposes of
this policy, objects which have the appearance or characteristics of weapons
shall be considered weapons and possession of such objects or knowledge
without proper reporting of possession of such objects also shall be a
serious violation of the rules and regulations of the Halifax Area School
District.
Possession - An individual possessing a weapon is in violation of this policy
when the weapon is found on his/her person. Additionally, an individual will
be deemed to be in possession of a weapon if the weapon is found in his/her
personal property (for example, book bag, gym bag, purse) or in a place
where the individual exercises exclusive control (for example, a vehicle or
locker.
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Weapon - For purposes of these rules and regulations, the term weapon
shall include but not be limited to any knife, cutting instrument, cutting tool,
nun-chuck stick, firearm, bb gun, pellet gun, shotgun, rifle and/or any other
tool, instrument, or implement capable of inflicting serious bodily injury.
The term weapon also shall include objects which have the appearance or
characteristics of weapons as defined above, or objects which are intended
and capable of producing bodily injury. Weapons also shall include look-alike
or replica weapons which are not necessarily operable.
Student Expectations - students observing or otherwise becoming aware of
weapons on school property, at school activities, or on school transportation
shall report the same to the administration immediately. Administrators
shall report individuals suspected of possessing weapons on school property,
at school activities, or on school transportation to the appropriate law
enforcement officials immediately, such duty to report being subject to
review by the District’s Solicitor. The District shall inform students of the
policy regarding weapons.
To the greatest extent possible, information which is supplied by
students shall be kept confidential to protect the students making the
reports.
Discipline - Students found to be in violation of this rule by possessing a
weapon may be denied access to the schools and school-related property of
the District and may be denied the opportunity to participate in student
activities.
Students found to be in violation of the aforesaid rules and regulations
regarding the possession of weapons or knowledge and failure to properly
report the possession of a weapon in the building of, on the grounds of, at
school-sponsored activities of, or in any conveyance providing transportation
to or from any elementary or secondary educational institutions of the
District may be immediately suspended for a period not to exceed ten (10)
school days or until such a time as the Board of School Directors conducts a
hearing on the matter, whichever period is shorter. The Board of School
Directors, after a hearing on the matter, may permanently expel a student
for violating the aforesaid rules and regulations regarding weapons.
The administration shall report every student violation of the District’s
weapons policy to the Board of School Directors.
Because violation of this policy may result in the expulsion of a student,
students subject to discipline for violation of the Weapons Policy shall be
entitled to a formal hearing pursuant to the hearing policies of the District.
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J.
Electronic Devices
Use of electronic devices are not permitted at school. When students enter
the building, they are to stop using and to turn off all cell phones and electronic
devices. Upon arriving, students are to store their cell phones and electronic
devices in their backpacks during the remainder of the school day.
Cell phones will also be confiscated and returned only to parents/guardians.
(Confiscated cell phones will be turned off and stored securely at the school.)
Students with multiple infractions or students who are caught using cell phones
during class will receive additional penalties.
V.
SCHOOL HEALTH SERVICES
Vision, Hearing, Growth and Development screenings are done as
required by the PA Department of Health. Also, required physical and
dental exams are done and parents are notified of any concerns.
First Aid and Illness
When an accident or illness occurs, first aid will be administered and
the parent may be contacted if deemed appropriate. Parents will need to
make sure the school is kept informed of any changes in home and work
addresses and
telephone numbers.
Communicable Disease
Any child showing symptoms of chicken pox, measles, mumps, strep
throat, whooping cough, impetigo, ring worm, pink eye, pediculosis or any
other communicable disease may be excluded by the school nurse for the
protection of the other children. Any child so excluded shall be readmitted
when a physician certifies that the child is free from communicable disease.
If your child shows any signs of illness at any time DO NOT send
him/her to school.
Lice Policy – notify school if affected and treated.
Medication Policy and Procedure
Parents may request that the school district administer medication to
their children WHEN IT IS NECESSARY for the medication to be
administered during the school day.
1. A written physician’s order listing medical diagnosis must
accompany each medication to be dispensed. NO MEDICATION
IS ADMINISTERED BY SCHOOL PERSONNEL WITHOUT
SPECIFIC WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS FROM A PHYSICIAN.
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2. Parent/guardian must sign a Parental Authorization Form
requesting the administration of medication.
3. Medications must be delivered in pharmacy containers clearly
labeled with the child’s name, name of physician, date of
prescription, name and telephone number of pharmacy, name of
medication, dosage and frequency of administration.
4. Every child seeking admission to the public schools must be
adequately immunized against certain communicable diseases.
According to Pennsylvania law all children attending school must
have:
DIPHTHERIA – TETANUS VACCINE – 4 DOSES
ORAL POLIO VIRUS VACCINE – 3 DOSES
MEASLES VACCINE – 2 DOSES
RUBELLA VACCINE – 2 DOSES
MUMPS VACCINE – 2 DOSES
HEPATITIS B – 3 DOSES
VARICELLA (chickenpox) – 1 DOSE
(a 2nd dose as of 2010/2011)
VI.
STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
A Student Assistance Program is designed to 1) identify at risk students
who are experiencing barriers to learning, 2) intervene and refer these
students to appropriate community services. It is an intervention, not a
treatment program.
The Student Assistance Program utilizes a systematic process by which
school personnel determine when students are having problems and refer
them for help. The heart of the program is a Student Assistance Core
Team, which consists of a group of school personnel who are specially trained
to work with these students. For more information, please contact Mrs.
Kathryn Stefanowicz, School Nurse, or Mrs. Christie Esworthy, School
Counselor.
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VII.
SCHOOL WELLNESS
Enders-Fisherville & Halifax Elementary
In March 2006, the Halifax School District adopted a Local School
Wellness Policy, a requirement of the State and Federal Government. The
Policy guidelines were put into effect during the 2006/07 school year. The
Wellness Policy addresses such issues as child nutrition education programs,
life-long physical activity education, dietary guidelines for all foods and
beverages made available in school during the school day, and community
education.
It has been a long standing tradition for the parents of school age
children, especially within the elementary setting, to provide snacks for
their child’s classroom during holiday and birthday celebrations. These
practices have been modified to still allow your child to enjoy school
celebrations but with their health and well being in the forefront. At this
time, We ask for your help and consideration with the following procedures.
Parents are asked to provide healthy snacks that follow the district’s
approved recommended snack list and not to provide, at any time during the
school day, items that are determined by the USDA as foods of minimal
nutritional value.
Fresh Fruit or Vegetables, Crackers & Cheese, Dried Fruit (i.e.
Raisins/Apples), Pretzels, Popcorn, Chex Mix, Graham Crackers, Animal
Crackers, Granola, Yogurt, Apple Sauce, Fruit Cups, String Cheese, Fish
Crackers, Baked Snack Foods such as Sun Chips or Baked Lays.
Homemade baked goods are certainly welcome, however, please be
considerate to avoid high sugar content items.
Beverages can include 2%, 1% or skim milk, 100% fruit juice products
or water.
Please no artificial sweeteners, no items that have sugar listed as
their main ingredient, and no foods of minimal nutritional value.
Foods of minimal nutritional value that can not be offered at any time
during the school day include:
 Soda or any carbonated beverages
 Water Ices – except water ices which contain fruit or fruit juices
 Chewing Gum
 Certain Candies such as:
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o Hard Candy – such items as sour balls, fruit balls, candy sticks,
lollipops, starlight mints, after dinner mints, sugar wafers,
rock candy, cinnamon candies, breath mints and jaw breakers.
o Jellies and Gums – A mixture of carbohydrates which are
combined to form a stable gelatinous system of jelly-like
character, and are generally flavored and colored, and include
gum drops, jelly beans, jellied and fruit-flavored slices.
Except those items that are made with 100% fruit juice.
o Marshmallow Candies – An aerated confection composed as
sugar, corn syrup, invert sugar, 20 percent water and gelatin
or egg white to which flavors and colors may be added.
o Fondant – A product consisting of microscopic-sized sugar
crystals which are separated by thin film of sugar and/or
invert sugar in solution such as candy corn, soft mints.
o Licorice – A product made predominantly from sugar and corn
syrup which is flavored with an extract made from the licorice
root.
o Spun Candy – A product that is made from sugar that has been
boiled at high temperature and spun at a high speed in a
special machine.
o Candy Coated Popcorn- Popcorn which is coated with a mixture
made predominantly from sugar and corn syrup.
A. RECESS:
The general guidelines below from the National Weather Service
should help guide indoor/outdoor recess procedures:
Below 60 degrees – Jacket or Long Sleeves
Below 50 degrees – Coat and Long Pants
Below 32 degrees – Gloves and Hats to go outside
Below 25 degrees – Indoor Recess
One of the greatest myths that still are perpetuated is that cold
weather causes colds and illness. Nothing could be farther from the truth.
The reason that children seem to be sicker during the winter months is that
they are usually inside more, coughing on each other while spreading germs.
They should be allowed to go outside as often as possible, as ironically, being
outdoors gives them the best chance of not picking up a cold from their
peers. The temperature outside will have no effect on whether a child gets
sick.
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VIII.
Guidelines for the Use of Computing and Networked
Information Resources
The Halifax Area School District makes available computing and networked
information resources that may be used by district students, faculty, staff, and
community members. These resources are intended to be used for only educational
purposes and/or to carry out the legitimate business of the district. Appropriate use
of these resources includes instruction, independent study, authorized research,
community participation as approved by the School Board, and the official work of
the offices, departments, recognized student organizations, and agencies of the
district.
The following list does not cover every situation which pertains to proper, or
improper, use of the resources, but it does suggest some of the responsibilities which
you accept if you choose to use a District information resource or the network access
which the District provides. Additionally, the District Policy on Copyrighted Material
(Policy number 814) of March 1995, is considered an integral part of these guidelines.
1. Use of computer technology shall be limited to educational and instructional
purposes related to the class curriculum of the particular user and for business use
by District employees, for recognized and authorized use by student and community
organizations and for no other purposes.
2. The Internet and computer technology will not be used for illegal activity,
transmitting offensive materials, hate mail, discriminatory remarks or obtaining,
transmitting or otherwise communicating indecent, obscene or pornographic material.
Use of the Halifax Area School District's computer technology or the Internet for
fraudulent or illegal copying, communication, taking or modification of material or any
other activity in violation of the law is prohibited and will be referred to the proper
authorities. The Internet and computer technology will not be used for personal or
profit purposes, lobbying or advertising.
3. The Halifax Area School District, in its discretion, reserves the right to log,
access and/or review, without prior notice, use of any/all District computer
technology, including but not limited to, file servers, desktop and portable computers,
and the Internet. This data will be used to ensure appropriate use of technology,
including space utilization, license compliance, and appropriateness of content.
4. Network accounts are to be used only by the authorized owner of the account for
the authorized purpose.
5. Users shall not intentionally seek information, obtain copies of or modify files,
other data, or passwords belonging to other users, or misrepresent other users on
the network.
6. Vandalism will result in cancellation of privileges. Vandalism is defined as any
malicious attempt to harm or destroy data of another user or the Internet or other
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networks that are connected to the Internet backbone. This includes, but is not
limited to, the uploading or creation of computer viruses. The user shall be
responsible for damages to the Halifax Area School District's equipment, systems
and software resulting from deliberate or willful acts.
7. If you have a computer account or operate a system, you are responsible for the
use made of that account or system. You should set a password that will protect your
account from unauthorized use, and which will not be easily guessed. If you discover
that someone has made unauthorized use of your account, you should change the
password and report the incident to an administrator or teacher. Never share your
password or account with anyone. You have full responsibility for the use of your
account, and you will be held responsible for any policy violations that are traced to
your account.
8. If you encounter or observe a problem in system or network security, you should
report the problem to an administrator or teacher. Misuse of security gaps will be
considered a serious offense. Attempts to decrypt or translate encrypted material,
or to obtain system privileges to which you are not entitled are prohibited.
9. Messages, sentiments, and declarations sent as electronic mail or sent as
electronic postings should meet the same standards for distribution or display as if
they were actual documents. Attempts to alter the origin (i.e. the "from" or
"addresser" lines) in electronic mail, messages, or postings will be considered a
violation of District rules. You are free to publish your opinions, but they should be
clearly and accurately identified as coming from you.
10. You should be aware that there are Federal laws which govern certain aspects of
computer and data communications, for example, Federal statute 18 USC 1030
(Computer Crime Act). Members of the Halifax Area School District community are
expected to obey any applicable laws, as well as observe and respect District rules
and regulations.
11. The District allows you to use many programs and data which have been obtained
under contracts or licenses which state that they may be used, but not copied, crossassembled, or reverse-compiled. You, as the user, are responsible for determining
that programs or data are not restricted in this manner before copying them in any
form, or before reverse-assembling or reverse-compiling them in whole or in any part.
If it is unclear whether you have permission to copy such software, assume that you
may not do so. District administrators will assist with any questions regarding
software usage and licensing issues. ALL software must be approved by the
Technology Department prior to installation on district workstations and/or
servers.
12. The use of district computer technology (Internet, local network, equipment, etc.)
is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use will result in a cancellation of those
privileges. (Each student who receives an account will discuss appropriate and
acceptable use with a Halifax Area School District staff member.) The
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administrators will deem what is inappropriate use and their decision is final. Also,
the administrators may close an account at any time as required by Halifax Area
School District. The administration, faculty, and staff of Halifax Area School
District may request the system administrator to deny, revoke, or suspend specific
user accounts. The Halifax Area School District may modify the use of or terminate
the availability of the Internet and network accessibility at its sole discretion.
Uploading, downloading, installation, or use of unauthorized games, programs, files or
other electronic media is prohibited. If you create, alter, or delete any electronic
information contained in, or posted to any District computer or affiliated network it
will be considered forgery.
13. You are expected to abide by the generally accepted rules of network etiquette.
These include (but are not limited to) the following: a) Be polite. Do not get abusive
in your messages to others. b) Use appropriate language. Do not swear, use
vulgarities or any other inappropriate language. Illegal activities are strictly
forbidden. c) Do not reveal your personal address or phone numbers of students or
colleagues. d) Note that electronic mail (e-mail) is not guaranteed to be private.
People who operate the system do have access to all mail. Messages relating to or in
support of illegal activities may be reported to the authorities. e) Do not use the
network in such a way that you would disrupt the use of the network by other users.
f) All communications and information accessible via the network should be assumed
to be private property. Exemplary behavior is expected on virtual field trips. Treat
people you meet on the Internet as if they were honored guests at your school.
14. Security on any computer system is a high priority, especially when the system
involves many users. If you feel you can identify a security problem on Internet, you
must notify a teacher or administrator. Do not demonstrate the problem to other
users. Any user identified as a security risk or having a history of problems with
other computer systems may be denied access to Internet.
15. You should be sensitive to the public nature of shared facilities and: a)take care
not to display or generate on screens, computers or printers images, sounds or
messages which could create an atmosphere of discomfort or harassment to others.
b) Refrain from transmitting to others in any location or receiving inappropriate
images, sounds or messages which might reasonably be considered harassing or
obscene. c) Avoid any physical destruction or removal of equipment from public
facilities.
16. You must not use computing resources for leisure activities such as game playing
and other trivial applications; sending frivolous or excessive mail or messages locally
or over an affiliated network; or printing excessive copies of documents, files, images
or data. You should refrain from using unwarranted or excessive amounts of storage
or printing documents numerous times because you have not checked thoroughly for
errors and corrections. You should be sensitive to special needs for software and
services available in only one location, and allow access to others whose work requires
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these special services. Do not knowingly degrade the performance of the network.
For example, chain letters are prohibited for this reason.
17. If you ever feel harassed or threatened by somebody on the network, please
bring it to the attention of a teacher or administrator immediately.
18. No viewpoint will be restricted on the network. However, authors of unpopular or
unorthodox viewpoints must take responsibility for the consequences of their words
and opinions.
19. Diligent effort must be made by the user to delete mail daily from personal mail
directories to avoid unnecessary use of file server disk space.
20. Impersonation, anonymity, and pseudonyms are not permitted.
21. Failure to follow the procedures listed above by students or employees of the
Halifax Area School District may result in suspension or loss of the right to use the
Internet and/or Halifax Area School District's computer technology and subsequent
disciplinarian methods including expulsion or employee dismissal. All students and
employees who wish to use the Internet, network and computer technology tools must
sign an Acceptable Use Policy Agreement form that will be kept on file in the
Administrative Office of the District. If the user is a student under the age of 18,
the signature of the student's parent or guardian will also be required.
In no event shall the Halifax Area School District be liable for any damage, whether
direct, indirect, special or consequential, arising out of the use of the Internet or
other district computer technology.
CONCLUSION
The Halifax Area School District recognizes that our users have a wide range of
needs and requirements. Providing these services for research and instruction entails
providing a relatively unrestricted and flexible system and network organization. To
this end, we depend on and request that our users practice considerate and
responsible computing and adhere to common sense standards. When problems arise,
they will be dealt with to insure the unimpaired operation of our systems and
network, but we request that all users try to be considerate and prudent in their use
of the resources.
In summary, the Acceptable Use Policy mandates that all computer resources will be
used for curricular and school district business only. It requires that users of these
resources are respectful of the system and other users. The Acceptable Use Policy
acts as one part of a system that engenders responsible use of learning tools. It
cannot, however, take the place of responsible behavior that requires a concerted
effort of parents, teachers, students, and administrators.
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IX.
Halifax Area School District
Enders-Fisherville Elementary School
Halifax Elementary School
2011-2012 Calendar
Tuesday, August 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Staff Development – New Teachers
Wednesday, August 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . Staff Development
Wednesday, August 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . Halifax Elementary “Back to School” Night
2nd grade – 6:00 – 6:45
3rd grade – 6:45 – 7:30
4th grade – 7:30 – 8:15
5th grade – 8:15 – 9:00
Thursday, August 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Staff Development - All Teachers
Thursday, August 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kindergarten Orientation (3) 1 hr. sessions from 2:00 – 5:00 pm
1st Grade Orientation (5:00 – 6:00 pm)
Staff Development-All Teachers
Monday, August 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . First Day for Students
Thursday, September 1 . . . . . . . . . . . PTO Fundraiser Kickoff
HE – 1:15
EF – 2:30
Monday, September 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Labor Day Recess (No School)
Thursday, September 15 . . . . . . . . . . Ident-A-Kid (HE)
Tuesday, September 20. . . . . . . . . . . . PTO Meeting (7:00 pm)
Thursday, September 22 . . . . . . . . . PTO Fundraiser money and orders due
Friday, September 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Staff Development 1/2 day-All Teachers (12:05)
(No PM school for students) Gratz Fair
Tuesday, October 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Individual Pictures – Enders-Fisherville
Monday, October 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Staff Development-All Teachers
(No school for students)
Tuesday, October 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . PTO Meeting (7:00 pm)
Tuesday, October 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . Individual Pictures – Halifax Elementary
Friday, October 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fall Festival
Tuesday, November 1 . . . . . . . . .
End of 1st Marking Period
Thursday, November 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . Parent Conferences (5:00 – 8:00 pm)
Friday, November 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Staff Dev/Parent Conf-All Teachers
(No school for students)
Fundraiser Pick-Up
Tuesday, November 15. . . . . . . . . . .
PTO Meeting (7:00 pm)
Tuesday, November 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . Picture Retake Day (HE)
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Thursday, November 17 . . . . . . . . . . Picture Retake Day (EF)
Wednesday, November 23 . . . . . . . . . Staff Development-1/2 day-All Teachers (12:05)
(No PM school for students)
Thursday, November 24 . . . . . . . . . . Thanksgiving Recess (School Closed)
Friday, November 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thanksgiving Recess (School Closed)
Monday, November 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . Thanksgiving Recess (School Closed)
Tuesday, November 29 . . . . . . . . . . . Thanksgiving Recess (School Closed)
Tuesday, December 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Elementary Chorus Concert (7:00 pm)
Wednesday, December 14. . . . . . . . . Band Concert (grades 4-12) (7:00
Friday, December 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Teacher In-Service ½ day - 12:05 dismissal
Monday, December 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . Winter Recess (School Closed)
Tuesday, December 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Winter Recess (School Closed)
Wednesday, December 28. . . . . . . . . . Winter Recess (School Closed)
Thursday, December 29. . . . . . . . . . . Winter Recess (School Closed)
Friday, December 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Winter Recess (School Closed)
Monday, January 2, 2012 . . . . . . . . . . Winter Recess (School Closed)
Monday, January 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Teacher In-Service (No School)
Tuesday, January 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PTO Meeting (7:00 pm)
Thursday, January 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . End of 2nd Marking Period
Friday, January 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4th & 5th grade dance (6:30 – 8:30 pm)
Thursday, February 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . Parent Conferences (5:00 – 8:00 pm)
Friday, February 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Local School Holiday (No School)
Monday, February 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Teacher In-Service (No School)
Tuesday, February 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PTO Meeting (7:00 pm)
Friday, March 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Staff Development/HEA-All Teachers
(No school for students)
Monday, March 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Local School Holiday – No School
Monday March 12 through April 13
PSSA Test Window
Tuesday, March 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PTO Meeting (7:00 pm)
Wednesday, March 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . End of 3rd Marking Period
Thursday, April 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Local School Holiday (No School)
Friday, April 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spring Recess – No School
Monday, April 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Local School Holiday (No School)
Tuesday, April 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PTO Meeting (7:00 pm)
Friday, April 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Grandparent’s Day
Friday, May 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Local School Holiday - Prom
Tuesday, May 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Elementary Band & Chorus Concerts (7:00 pm)
Friday, May 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . No School, Teacher In-Service (Option Day)
Monday, May 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Memorial Day Recess (School Closed)
Thursday, June 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last Day for Students-1/2 day (12:05 dismissal)
Teacher In-Service (PM)
Friday, June 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Staff Dev/All Teachers
Friday, June 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Graduation
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