CAMINO REAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
4655 Camino Real
Jurupa Valley, CA 92509
(951) 360-2714
Camino Kids Can!
Camino Family Handbook
www.jusd.k12.ca.us/cre
Caron Winston
Principal
Anglé Wollam
Secretary
Dalia Aceves
Translator Clerk
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Overview
Welcome Letter --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3
PTA Message ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4
Booster Club (5th & 6th Grade) President’s Welcome --------------------------------------- 5
GATE Booster Club President’s Welcome ---------------------------------------------------- 6
School Personnel------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7
Mission Statement ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8
District Calendar -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9
Camino Real Bell Schedule ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 10
Camino Real Map ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 11
Camino Real Events and Meetings -------------------------------------------------------------- 12
School Policies and Procedures
Academic Program----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13
Arrival and Dismissal Procedures ---------------------------------------------------------------- 16
Attendance --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
Awards Program -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19
Booster Club (5th and 6th grade) ------------------------------------------------------------------ 20
Busing --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21
Communication --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 23
Parent Conferences ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 23
Parent / Student / Teacher Compact -------------------------------------------------------- 24
Crisis Management Plan --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 25
Discipline Plan ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 27
Disciplinary Levels -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 29
Sexual Harrassment Policy --------------------------------------------------------------------- 31
Dress and Grooming Codes ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 32
Emergencies and Emergency Cards ------------------------------------------------------------ 35
General Student Information ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 36
Homework Policy ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 38
Health Services --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 40
Lunch Program ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 41
Playground Rules ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 43
Volunteers ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 44
Wellness Policy --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 45
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Principal’s Message
August 1. 2015
Dear Camino Family:
Camino Real Elementary is an exciting place to be where everyone strives for excellence
daily. I look forward to continuing to work with all staff and families to build a strong
partnership that ensures success for all students. As Camino Cubs, our community
prides itself in being a school with high academic standards in addition to making sure
that your child loves learning. We believe that every child can be a proficient level
learner, ready to take on middle school, high school, and be college or career ready
when they leave us at sixth grade.
The importance of learning to read is highly stressed in the primary grades, and reading
to learn is our main goal in the upper grades. Camino Real continues to provide ongoing
professional development for our teachers. Our resources will continue to be used to
focus on students achieving the Common Core standards at a proficient or advanced
level. The teaching strategies provided through professional development enable
teachers to meet the needs of both our accelerated students as well as those students
who need a little extra help with basic skills. Our staff not only sets high expectations for
academics, but for appropriate school behaviors, so that each child can learn in a place
that is comfortable and safe. The entire school will be focusing on Positive Behavior
Intervention Strategies as a tool to teach appropriate behavior throughout the day.
Everyone who enters our doors are expected to be Respectful, Responsible and Safe! In
addition, this year Camino Real becomes an AVID school whereby students focus on
organizational skills and being held responsible for their own education.
Parent participation is extremely important to the success of any school. We strongly
encourage you to attend school functions, join the PTA, serve on school committees,
volunteer in classrooms or to help with school activities and to stay in close
communication with your child's teacher. We operate as a community and as a
community we recognize that “it takes a whole village to raise a child.” Most importantly,
know that your efforts enhance the lives of children in our community, perhaps more than
you realize, and unfortunately more than what you are given credit for. The ultimate
responsibility of, and the most significant impact upon raising and educating a child
belongs to the parent. Good parenting is the foundation for a happy childhood, a bright
future, productive citizens, and the betterment of society. Know that you are your child’s
first and most important teacher.
We look forward to working with you in the education of our children. Again, welcome
aboard to an exciting adventure and the beginnings of a great school year.
Regards, Caron Winston, Principal
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PTA PRESIDENT’S WELCOME
Dear Camino Family,
On behalf of the Camino Real Elementary PTA, welcome to the
2015-2016 school year! We are so excited to be sharing the
educational programs with our Camino Real families!
Our PTA continues to provide Camino kids with educational
assemblies and field trips, student incentives, and family events. We
are looking forward to continuing this tradition of providing these
extra-curricular events and opportunities. Camino Real has been so
fortunate to have the best in not just parental, but family support
(grandmas, grandpas, aunts, and uncles). The Camino community
and staff have worked together to provide opportunities for our kids
to learn and grow. Opportunities our kids would not have otherwise
had. Thank you for all these years of amazing support!
Please consider volunteering at one of our functions. Just 30
minutes of your time at one of our events, is not only fun, but is greatly
appreciated by our Camino kids. “Camino Kids Can” because our
Camino family does!
I am looking forward to serving as your PTA President and proud
to be a Camino parent,
Cynthia LaMontagne
PTA President 2015-2016
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5/6 GRADE BOOSTER CLUB PRESIDENT’S WELCOME
Dear Camino Parents:
The 5th/6th Booster Club meets regularly throughout the year to plan fun,
educational activities for our 5th and 6th grade Camino kids. We begin in the 4th
grade helping students set up scrip accounts to earn money for field trips. The
Booster Club organizes fundraisers throughout the year. In the past the
Booster Club has financed student scholarships, field trip transportation costs,
and the purchase of computer equipment and classroom supplies to help meet
the needs of our upper grade classrooms. The club works with the classroom
teachers to make sure our Camino kids have a well-rounded educational
experience. We’d love to have you join us!
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GATE BOOSTER CLUB PRESIDENT’S WELCOME
Welcome, parents and students, to a new school year! The beginning
of a new school year is filled with so much excitement, anticipation
and motivation to strive to reach your highest goals. I would like to
take this opportunity to introduce myself as the new president of
the GATE program and to share how truly excited I am to partner
with you and the staff of Camino Real to assist your student(s) in
reaching their highest potential. I have been involved with the
school for 12 years and a part of the GATE Committee for the past 2
years. Throughout the past years, I have enjoyed the opportunity to
meet and work collaboratively with other student’s parents, teachers
and staff of Camino Real.
The parents, teachers and staff at Camino Real all have the same
goal in mind; to make the year as rewarding for the students as
possible. Thanks to all of you who give unselfishly your time and
energy to encourage, challenge and motivate each student. Although
the GATE program is aimed to help students meet the rigorous
demands of the Common Core standards, it is also intended to be an
enrichment program to provide curriculum that encourages students
to further explore, question and analyze the ever changing world
around them. I look forward to working with you this year, not only
as the GATE President, but also as a mother of a GATE student, to
encourage a rewarding educational experience, enthusiasm for
learning, and opportunities for academic success.
Serina Newborg
GATE President
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CAMINO REAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
2015-2016 STAFF
Principal
Caron Winston
TK/Kindergarten
Karen Gotschall
Linda Kenyon
Gloria Bravo-Carmona
First Grade
Zieba Prophete
Paula Goldberg
Amy Bishop
Second Grade
Jim Smyth
LeAnn Bryan
Shereen Turner
Third Grade
Diana Daily
Veronica Rico
Office Staff
Anglé Wollam, Principal’s Secretary
Dalia Aceves, Translator Clerk Typist
Ana Minten, Translator Clerk Typist
Special Day Class
Randy Herman, Teacher
Mary Pena-Ynda, Instructional Aide
Kathy Karr, Instructional Aide
Resource Specialist
Chandra Partlow, Teacher
Lupita Godinez, Instructional Aide
Jasmine Lucero, Instructional Aide
Kate Jardine
Gloria Arredondo
Jennifer Lara
Garnett Peralta
Shelli Miller
Speech & Language Specialist
Jennifer Davidson
Carol Schiefer
Gayle Ravenscroft
School Psychologist
Talin Pratt
Media Center Clerk / Instructional Aide
Veronica Robinson
Melissa Lantz
Danny Cornejo
Fourth Grade
Kelly Jiannino
Marcia McVey
Michelle Johnson
Donnalee Simpson
Fifth Grade
Joan Bain
Julie Stice
Kelly Scroggins
Emily Terry
Sixth Grade
Lisa Cook
Kathryn Gonzalez
Bilingual Tutor
Lupita Godinez
Music Instruction
Sophia Hernandez
Custodial Staff
Anson Fenderson
Andres Michel
Activity Supervisors
Kathy Karr
Cynthia LaMontagne
Amanda Bisbee
Mary Pena-Ynda
Linda Yannacone
Martha Montes
Candace Henderson
Cafeteria
Cindy Drake
Elaine Ybarra
Claudia Pimentel-Zavala
Crossing Guard
Sandra Van der Woude
Julieann Killingbeck
Dan Olguin
Intervention / Support Team
Kristy Doty, Intervention Teacher
Kristy Bonsangue, Intervention Teacher
Health Services
Irene Allen, Nurse
Robin Anderko, Health Aide
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MISSION STATEMENT
The mission at Camino Real Elementary School is to enhance the ability of all students to
succeed in reaching academic standards and to perform as responsible citizens in an
ever-changing society. All students will be challenged to experience the joy and
satisfaction of learning through the creative efforts of our faculty, parents, and the
community.
In addition, we strive to build a team of staff, parents and community that knows no limit
to student success.
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CAMINO REAL ELEMENTARY
2015/2016 SCHEDULE
Updated 6-1-15
CAMINO REAL ELEMENTARY
REGULAR SCHEDULE
8:00
8:20
8:35
8:40
Students may arrive on campus
AM TK/K instruction begins
Gr. 1-6 Line-up bell rings
Gr. 1-6 Instruction Begins, Tardy Bell
10:15-10:30
10:45-11:00
Recess 1st – 3rd
Recess 4th – 6th
11:40
11:40
AM TK/K dismissal
PM TK/K instruction begins
11:30-12:15
11:40-12:25
11:50-12:35
12:00-12:45
12:10-12:55
12:20-1:05
1st lunch: 3rd Grade
2nd lunch: 2nd Grade
3rd lunch: 1st Grade
4th lunch: 4th Grade
5th lunch: 5th Grade
6th lunch : 6th Grade
1:50 – 2:00
Recess 1st – 3rd
3:00
TK-6 dismissal
MINIMUM DAY SCHEDULE
EVERY WEDNESDAY IS MINIMUM DAY
(Grades 1-6 Early Dismissal)
8:00
8:20
8:35
8:40
Students may arrive on campus
AM TK/K instruction begins
Gr. 1-6 Line-up bell rings
Gr. 1-6 Instruction Begins, Tardy Bell
10:15-10:30
10:45-11:00
Recess 1st – 3rd
Recess 4th – 6th
11:40
11:40
AM TK/K dismissal
PM TK/K instruction begins
11:30-12:10
11:40-12:20
11:50- 12:30
11:59-12:40
12:09-12:50
12:19- 1:00
1st lunch:
2nd lunch:
3rd lunch:
4th lunch:
5th lunch:
6th lunch:
1:30
3:00
Gr. 1-6 dismissal
PM-TK/K dismissal
Rainy Day and Severe Weather Conditions Schedule
Morning Recess in the Cafeteria:
10:15 – 10:25
10:30 – 10:40
10:45 – 10:55
1st/2nd
3rd/4th
5th/6th
Lunch Schedule
11:30-12:00
11:40-12:10
11:50-12:20
12:00-12:30
12:10-12:40
12:20-12:50
1st lunch: 3rd Grade
2nd lunch: 2nd Grade
3rd lunch: 1st Grade
4th lunch: 4th Grade
5th lunch: 5th Grade
3rd lunch: 6th Grade
to Library after eating
to Computer Lab after eating
to Library after eating
to Computer Lab after eating
to Library after eating
to Computer Lab after eating
After School dismissal
Classroom for JUSD bus
Library for daycare buses
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3rd Grade
2nd Grade
1st Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
SITE MAP
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CAMINO REAL ELEMENTARY
2015-2016 (TENTATIVE)
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Updates are placed on the Camino website denoting important events that will take place at
Camino Real along with important upcoming events for your calendar. Families will also be
notified via email/text/voicemail and should watch for updates on the Camino digital marquee.
Parent Group Meetings
PTA
2nd Monday of the Month
3:30 PM – Room 17
5th/6th Booster Club
3rd Monday of the month
3:30 PM as needed
School Site Council
Six meetings per year
3:30 PM – Room B
ELAC (English Language Advisory Committee)
Four meetings per year
1:00pm – Room 22
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GATE Booster Club /Advisory
1st Friday of the month
3:30 PM – Room 3
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
It is the primary goal of Camino Real to provide all students with a challenging and rigorous
academic program. We believe in having high expectations for our students’ achievement.
We believe that having these expectations ensure that our students will achieve to their
highest potential.
AVID
The mission for the AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) system is to close
the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a
global society. AVID is a methodology that promotes best practices for teaching to develop
consistency in thinking and embraces the delivery of information by both students and
teachers. This consistency is accomplished through the implementation of the lesson
framework of WICOR (Writing to Learn, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, Reading to
Lear), Student Success Skills and Partnerships, while cultivating students’ self-motivation
and helping all students expand their personal visions of academic success and
achievement. The major focus for this year will be organizational skills, note-taking skills
and student responsibility for their own learning.
-----------------------------------CORE CURRICULAR PROGRAMS----------------------------------HOUGHTON-MIFFLIN MEDALLIONS LANGUAGE ARTS PROGRAM: The Jurupa
Unified School District uses a phonics and literature-based program to teach Common
Core standards in Reading/Language Arts. The goal of our literature program is for
students to have a thought provoking and rewarding experience with fine literature. We
want students to grow in their ability to read and make reading a permanent part of their
lives.
Instruction emphasizes the integration of listening, speaking, reading and writing and the
teaching of language skills in meaningful contents. Students learn to read with
understanding and think critically about what they read. Teachers use questioning, group
activities and writing to extend and reinforce students’ skills. Students learn and supply
communication skills in a range of situations and forms. Oral language skills are practiced
through various activities, which may include reports, speeches, debates, discussions,
performance and sharing. Written language activities may include book reports, studentauthorized books, scientific reports, plays and daily journal writing.
Our Language Arts program focuses on the use of five reading strategies.
1.
2.
Summarize or Retell
 Have your child tell you what the story is about.
 Ask them what happens in the beginning, middle and end of the story.
Predict
 Before reading, ask what they think the story will be about and how might it
end.
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
While reading, stop and have your child predict or guess what will happen on
the next page.
3. Visualize
 Ask your child to describe a scene or something from the story.
 Have your child draw a picture of their favorite character or part of the story.
4. Connect Prior Knowledge
 Ask your child if this story reminds them of any other stories that they have
read or heard.
 Ask your child if the story reminds them of anything in their own life.
5. Clarify/Question
 Ask your child how did they feel about the story? What did they like? Dislike?
 Did they agree or disagree with the ending?
 How would they have solved the problem?
 Would they suggest any changes to the author?
McGRAW-HILL MATHEMATICS SERIES: Teacher directed instruction occurs daily in all
classrooms.
Lessons and assignments are structured to emphasize students’
understanding and ability to use mathematics. Students are assessed and provided
instruction to address Common Core Standards in Mathematics. Universal Access, which
uses flexible grouping strategies, provides students with opportunities for individual work,
for cooperative learning activities in small groups, and for whole class participation.
HOUGHTON-MIFFLIN HISTORY/SOCIAL STUDIES SERIES:
Social Studies is a regular part of the curriculum at all grade levels. By studying historysocial science, students will appreciate how ideas, events and individuals have produced
change over time. We want them to care deeply about the quality of life in their community,
their nation, and their world. Students will be engaged in a variety of activities such as
writing reports, researching, analyzing and discussing information from a variety of
sources.
SCIENCE/HEALTH: Students receive instruction that will provide a better understanding
of the scientific processes and the scientific method. This method involves creating and
developing graphs and charts, reading and writing scientific information, solving complex
problems involving different kinds of data, and recording observations in an organized
fashion. Students are actively involved with science experiments in a “hands on” approach.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION: The physical education program at Camino Real consists of
individual teacher-directed activities. Students receive instruction and participate in
activities with an aim toward improving and maintaining a healthy body.
VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS: SILVER BURDETT MUSIC SERIES: All students
receive regular instruction in music from their classroom teacher. Beginning in
kindergarten and continuing through sixth grade, students learn to express themselves
creatively through “hands-on” art activities.
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-----------------------------------OTHER SCHOOL PROGRAMS----------------------------------BAND: Formal music instruction is available for all students in grades 4-6. Each year
there is a recruitment assembly.
Our band program offers the following:
 Lesson on all woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.
 Beginning and Advanced Classes.
 Begins August 2013.
 Check your local music stores for the best prices on instrument rentals.
 A limited number of district instruments are available.
COMPUTERS: All of our classrooms have a mini-lab or small group of computers for
student use. Students will use a variety of software programs designed to reinforce and
enrich the classroom program. Students will also have access to the Internet for research.
An Internet Use Agreement is provided in the First Day Packet and must be completed by
the parent for each child to participate in computer activities requiring Internet use.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE: A committee of parents and staff, a
majority of which must be parents of English Language Learners, meet regularly to keep
abreast of issues and give input into the development of the school plan, especially as it
relates to the education of students acquiring English as a second language.
GIFTED AND TALENTED EDUCATION: A process is in place for screening GATE
students beginning in third grade. Regular classroom teachers are responsible for
providing appropriate instructional activities that are qualitatively different than the regular
program for identified GATE students for a specified amount of time each week. Camino
Real offers an array of after school enrichment activities ranging from foreign languages to
the performing arts. These courses will be reserved for students in good standing.
LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER: Students have a scheduled period in the school library every
other week. Library skills are introduced and students are allowed to check out a book.
The library is open before school from 8:20-8:35.
STANDARDS AND ASSESSMENT: Common Core Grade level standards provide the
curriculum for students. Standards assessments are given throughout the school year to
assess student progress toward standards mastery.
EXTENDED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES (ELO): Students having difficulty with
mastering grade level standards will have the opportunity to attend district and/or school
ELO programs throughout the year, which are designed to provide remediation in grade
level standards.
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SCHOOL SITE COUNCIL: In an effort to develop an effective school plan, a council of
elected parents and school staff meet regularly to discuss issues of concern and keep
abreast of educational developments that affect Camino Real School.
STUDENT STUDY TEAM: Students are referred to the SST by classroom teachers for
consultation to address learning related concerns. The team is composed of
the RSP, SDC, regular education teachers, speech and hearing specialist and
the referring teacher. The team studies each child referred and suggests ways
to address the concerns. If the team determines that more specific testing is
needed then a special education referral is initiated.
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ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL PROCEDURES
BICYCLES, SCOOTERS, SKATEBOARDS
Students must be in at least third grade in order to ride bicycles, scooters, and
skateboards to school (unless permission is granted by the principal). All riders must
wear helmets and lock their bicycles, skateboards or scooters in the bike rack. Bicycles
may not be ridden on campus. Students who fail to wear helmets will have their
transportation confiscated for parent pick-up, and may lose riding privileges.
BUS SERVICE: see the busing section of the handbook
DISMISSAL PROCEDURES
Students will be dismissed to the Camino Canyon for pick up or to the bus loop in the front
of the school. Walkers are dismissed out the front of the school and use the sidewalk to
walk home. Students are never to be walked across the parking lot.
EARLY PICK UP
For safety reasons, students must be signed out at the office. Children will only be
released to adults listed on the Emergency Card. You will be asked to provide
identification at time of pick up. Under no circumstance will a child be released to any
individuals under the age of 18.
GOING TO AND FROM SCHOOL
Students who walk are to go directly to and from school. No one is to stop at stores,
restaurants, a friend’s home, etc. without parent supervision. Students are not to enter the
school grounds before 8:10 a.m. and must leave promptly when school is out. Students
who do not walk home or ride the bus are to be picked up promptly by parents or individuals
designated on emergency cards.
PARKING LOT
For safety reasons, the parking lot closes from 8:20 AM to 8:40 AM and again at dismissal.
Students are to be dropped off and picked up in the loop.
VISITORS / SECURED CAMPUS POLICY
For our students’ safety, Camino Real is a secured campus. As requested by many parents
on the 2010 parent survey, all external gates will be locked from 8:40 AM until right before
dismissal to prevent uninvited guests onto the campus. All visitors must sign in at the office
upon arriving and before leaving campus. You will be given a visitor/volunteer badge to
wear while on school grounds. Please do not go to a classroom to drop off items before
signing in at the office. Relatives or friends from other schools are not permitted to visit or
accompany students on campus.
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ATTENDANCE
ABSENCES AND TARDIES
Regular attendance at school is an important prerequisite for academic progress. It is
essential that any absences be reported and verified through the school office.
Students are encouraged to attend school every day. Students with perfect attendance
(every day, bell to bell) will be recognized on a semester basis.
We encourage parents to call the school the first day your child’s absence
occurs. Please supply the following information: child’s name,
teacher, room number, reason for absence, how long you expect
him/her to be absent, and your name. The only absences or tardies
considered to be excused are for illness, doctor’s appointment, or for
religious reasons. However, parents must report all absences.
It is important that students arrive on time to school. Students need to be on campus and
ready to learn on time. The line-up bell rings at 8:35 a.m. and the bell signaling the start
of instruction rings at 8:40 a.m. When students are tardy they miss out on important
information and interrupt teacher instruction and the learning of their classmates. In an
effort to encourage students to be responsible for arriving on time, those who have an
unexcused tardy will miss morning recess. Please assist us in getting your child to class
on time.
Remember, children sometimes complain when they get up in the morning, but feel better
once they eat and go to school. If your child does not feel well once he or she has been in
class, the health clerk or nurse can send him or her home if a fever or severe pain is
present.
Saturday School is assigned for the following reason:
 A child has an unexcused absence from school.
 A child is tardy by 30 or more minutes on any three days in the school year.
Saturday School attendance provides an excellent opportunity for students with unexcused
absences to make-up each absence and have the truancy removed from their record.
Saturday school sessions are held monthly at Camino Real Elementary from 8:00 AM –
12:00 PM.
INDEPENDENT STUDY
If you know you are going out of town for five or more days please contact the school office
at least one week in advance to arrange for independent study for your child. Students
who complete their Independent Study contracts will receive full state credit for attendance
(but not qualify for perfect attendance awards).
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PERFECT ATTENDANCE
Because attendance is so important for student success, Camino Real School rewards
students for each semester for perfect attendance. Perfect attendance is defined by
Camino Real as zero absences, zero tardies, and zero early outs. Placing a student on
independent contract will jeopardize his/her participation in these awards programs.
Students receive a special certificate of attendance, and will have the opportunity to
participate in special activities which may include one or more of the following: Principal’s
recess or party, dessert, drawings, other prizes and rewards.
POOR ATTENDANCE
The state of California considers 10 absences in any given year to be excessive.
Families following this pattern will receive an excessive absence letter, which may lead to
a referral to the Student Attendance Review Board (SARB). If there are any health
issues, please be sure our heath office is aware.
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AWARDS PROGRAM
"PAW PRIDE" AWARDS PROGRAM
Students at Camino Real Elementary School are rewarded for positive
conduct in the classroom, on the playground, in the cafeteria, and on the bus.
"Paw Pride Coupons” may be given out daily by any staff member. Paw Pride awards are
given by teachers in the classroom and by the principal at the trimester.
Students who follow the “Student Code of Conduct" and the rules for their classroom will
not only increase their chances of doing well academically, but will also feel good about
being positive citizens at school.
PRINCIPAL’S TRIMESTER AWARDS
Each trimester we will honor students in these areas. The awards will be presented by the
principal.
HONOR ROLL – Grades 4-6
Students may earn this award each semester by receiving all 1 or 2 rubric scores in core
curricular areas and no marks of needs improvement in the area of effort/participation.
PRINCIPAL’S HONOR ROLL – Grades 4-6
Students may earn this award each semester by achieving all 1 rubric scores in core
curricular areas as defined by the grade level and no marks of needs improvement in the
area of effort/participation.
Other awards throughout the year include special recognition, most improved, science
fair, attendance, etc.
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BOOSTER CLUB 5th/6th GRADE
The Fifth/Sixth Grade Booster Club is made up of parents of fifth and sixth grade
students and teachers.
Students in grade six attend a weeklong outdoor education program in the spring that
focuses upon the science curriculum. The cost for science camp is about $300.00.
Students in grades five begin raising funds to cover the cost of the experience. The
Camp Highland website can be viewed at http://www.camphighland.net .
The booster club further supports a myriad of culminating activities for students in their
final year at Camino.
More information will be posted on our website.
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SCHOOL BUS INFORMATION
Your bus driver’s number ONE interest is your child’s safety. Please review the following
safety rules with your children, and ensure they understand safe conduct at the bus stop
and safe ride rules on the bus.
To And From The Bus Stop:
 Walk In A Safe Area---Not On The Traveled Portion Of The Highway
 If Bus Is At The Bus Stop Or School Loading Zone And You Are Late Wait Until
The Driver Acknowledges You Before Approaching The Bus.
At Bus Stop
 Wait In A Safe Area
 Do Not Play In Street
 Wait Until The Bus Completely Stops And Entrance Door Is Opened Before
Approaching The Bus
 Do Not Vandalize Property Or Leave Trash At The Bus Stop
On The Bus
 Students Cannot Save Seats
 Be Seated As Soon As Possible And Stay Seated Until It Is
Time To Leave The Bus
 Do Not Do The Following:
o Create Unnecessary Noise Or Commotion
o Hit, Shove Or Push Other Students
o Tamper With Bus Equipment
o Use Vulgar Or Profane Language Or Hand Gestures
o Leave Trash On The Bus
o Shoot Or Throw Anything
o Put Any Body Part Out Of The Bus Window
o Flash “Gang-Signs” Or Show Gang Colors
o Refuse To Give Name When Asked
o Eat Or Drink On The Bus (Exceptions May Be Made During Trips)
o Smoke
o Light Fire On The Bus
o Cross The Highway Behind The Bus, (All Student Crossings Must Be In
Front Of The Bus At The Driver’s Direction.
Other Bus Practices:
 No Live Animals Of Any Kind
 No Skateboards, Scooters Or Skates
 No Balloons
 No Glass, Breakable Containers, Sharp Or Pointed Objects, No Fuel,
Or Similar Items
 Sports Equipment Must Be In A Gear Bag And May Not Block The
Drivers View Or The Aisle Of The Bus.
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Bus service is provided for a small fee for students who live over one mile from the Camino
Real campus. Students may not ride a bus unless they are eligible for bus service. We
cannot accommodate requests to ride a bus to play with a friend, attend a scout meeting
or birthday.
Bus schedules are posted in the front of the office at the beginning of the school year when
class lists are posted as well as in the Press Enterprise newspaper before the beginning
of the school year. Students should be at their assigned stops no sooner than 10 minutes
before the scheduled time.
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COMMUNICATION
We believe that communication between home and school is necessary to guarantee the
best possible education for our children. We make every effort to inform parents of
matters relating to district and school wide policies, procedures and events through this
Parent Handbook, the Parent Information Packet at the beginning of school,
voicemail/text/email messages via InTouch, Back to School Night, Open House and on
the marquee.
Camino Real has become an AVID elementary school whereby students learning
organizational skills and take responsibility for their own education. To this end, Camino
Real has adopted a “no rescue policy” to help reinforce the organization and
responsibility of our students. Forgotten lunches will be marked with the student’s name
and the parent may place the forgotten lunch on the table in the cafeteria (NO fast food or
soda/energy drinks are permitted). Forgotten books, homework, projects that are brought
into the office will be sent back home to be brought to school BY THE STUDENT the next
day – this is the student’s responsibility, not the parent’s! Forgotten musical instruments
will be held in the office for the student to claim – we will not be disturbing instruction.
Camino Real is expecting all transportation directives to have been communicated to the
student before they leave in the morning. Messages with changes can be emailed to the
teacher but unless it is an emergency, the office will not be disrupting instruction with
changes in “how my child will be getting home today”.
Information about your child is communicated through progress reports, report cards,
parent conferences, behavior or homework notices, citations or detentions, awards,
letters, and phone calls. Many teachers send regular notices home outlining classroom
events. Most teachers use homework packets or assignment sheets. Basic classroom
policies on homework, discipline and other things are sent home the first week of school
and discussed at Back to School Night.
Teachers usually send home timelines, requirements and other information about major
projects or reports well in advance of due dates.
Emphasize to your child the importance of bringing home all communication from school
and of remembering to show it to you. Be certain to read all notices from school and to
follow up appropriately. Monitor progress on projects or reports, look over homework or
test papers, discuss school events and activities, and attend conferences and events that
involve your child.
We also strongly encourage parents to communicate with teachers and other school
personnel. Inform teachers of specific interests, strengths or needs your child has. Tell
teachers when your child has difficulty with an assignment – or finds one especially
interesting or meaningful. When you have concerns about classroom incidents,
assignments, workload or other areas, please talk with your child’s teacher. If your child
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consistently has no homework or brings home no work papers or projects, please check
with the teacher.
At any time when a teacher or parent feels there is a need, a conference may be
scheduled
Parent/Teacher Conferences
 Parent Conferences are held in the fall, and are scheduled during the year for
parents to come in and talk with their child’s teacher.
 The conferences will be to discuss your child’s performance and you will be given
a report card at that time.
 Conferences are scheduled during “Back To School Night”
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CAMINO COMMUNITY COMPACT
Staff Pledge – I agree to carry out the following responsibilities:
 Teachers and school will provide an instructional program that is balanced,
developmentally appropriate, and meets the needs of all students, as defined in the
Jurupa Curriculum Guide, and the California Common Core Standards for elementary
education.
 The school will provide a safe, supportive and orderly environment.
 The school will require regular school attendance as outlined in California Education
Code.
 The school and its teachers will establish and maintain open communication with
parents by informing them of school standards, classroom expectations, pupil progress
and upcoming events in a timely manner.
 The school will provide books and support to all children for all phases of literacy
instruction.
 The school will provide appropriate interventions and extended learning opportunities
for all children as allowed by school resources.
 The school will foster an environment that welcomes parents and encourages
community participation.
Student Pledge – I agree to carry out the following responsibilities:
 Come to school every day ready to learn and work hard.
 Bring necessary materials, completed assignments and homework.
 Know and follow school and class rules.
 Communicate regularly with my parents and teachers about school experiences so that
they can help me to be successful in school.
 Limit activities that interfere with my academic achievement. (i.e. Television, video
games, etc.)
 Respect the school, classmates, staff and families.
 Complete my studies and homework every day.
Parent/Guardian Pledge – I agree to carry out the following responsibilities:
 I will be responsible for my child attending school on a regular and timely basis.
 Provide a quiet time and place for homework.
 Encourage my child to read every day.
 I will demonstrate a vested interest in my child(s) academic success by:
o Ensuring completed homework and other assignments.
o Attending all parent-student conferences and other parent meetings as
scheduled.
o Involving myself in school events and volunteer opportunities.
o Voluntarily participate in home visits and meetings as needed.
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CRISIS MANAGEMENT PLAN
The Crisis Management Plan is updated
each year to help
us prepare for a variety of possible disaster scenarios. Camino Real will conduct regular
drills to prepare students and staff for safe and orderly conduct during a disaster. All of us
hope we never have occasion to use the training, but we are determined to provide a safe
environment and expert care for children in any event.
Parents should expect the following:
- During fire, earthquake, or other disaster, students would take cover and/or be
evacuated to the rear of the school grounds as soon as safely possible.
- Careful accounting and roll calling would be taken to assure that everyone was
accounted for and under the care of a responsible person.
- School personnel would be assigned to teams which would provide necessary first
aid, supervision of students, search and rescue, communication with outside
agencies, sanitation, and any other needs. The school would protect and house
your child until you or some other responsible person or agency could take charge.
- The grounds would be secured and school personnel would ask parents to check in
at the perimeter and wait there for students to be released.
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DISCIPLINE PLAN
Be sure to also reference the Jurupa District Student Discipline Handbook
DISCIPLINE/EXPECTATIONS
The learning environment at Camino Real reflects high standards and expectations for
student achievement and behavior. Expectations for classroom behavior are established
by each teacher and communicated to students and parents in writing.
Order is primarily maintained through a proactive emphasis on recognizing and rewarding
positive student behavior. Students are encouraged to feel pride in their own, their
classmates’ and their school’s accomplishments. Awards are freely given to support all
students. Consequences are systematically and consistently applied with little disruption
to learning. Below is our Camino Code of Conduct.
CAMINO CUBS CAN:
BE RESPECTFUL
BE RESPONSIBLE
BE SAFE
LEVELS OF BEHAVIOR / SCHOOL DISCIPLINE PLAN
It is important that parents, school staff, and students work together to maintain a safe,
secure, and orderly school. Shared cooperation and expectations between home and
school will ensure that each student reaches his/her fullest potential. The purpose of the
school Discipline Plan is for each student to be responsible for his/her own behavior. We
also want children to be aware of both positive and negative consequences they can
expect for positive and negative decisions.
Below are Camino’s levels of due process.
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LEVEL I - A Level I consists of a student/teacher conference with a telephone call to the
parent or guardian informing them of the violation. A Level I letter will be sent home for
parent signature and returned.
LEVEL II - A Level II is a student/parent/ teacher conference with an agreement reached
by the student and agreeable to all involved at the conference.
LEVEL III - A Level III consists of a conference, including the student, teacher, parent,
and principal. The teacher will make a recommendation for the student with the principal
making the final decision.
Each teacher will inform his/her parents of the classroom management system and rules
used and the process that will trigger or initiate a Level I, etc.
At Camino, we realize the majority of students will never experience a Level I, but we feel
it is necessary for the process to be understood by all.
NOTE:
Any serious offense may by-pass Level I and Level II. The principal may
suspend for up to five (5) days for each suspension period. A total of twenty (20) days
results in a pre-expulsion hearing, with the real possibility of a student not returning to
Camino Real.
BP 5131.2
For a complete copy of this Board Policy please
refer to the district website www.jusd.k12.ca.us
SUBJECT: Bullying
The Governing Board recognizes the harmful effects of bullying on student learning and school
attendance and desires to provide safe school environments that protect students from physical and
emotional harm. District employees shall establish student safety as a high priority and shall not
tolerate bullying of any student.
No student or group of students shall, through physical, written, verbal, or other means, harass,
sexually harass, threaten, intimidate, cyberbully, cause bodily injury to, or commit hate violence
against any other student or school personnel. “Bullying” means conduct and communications
specifically set forth in Education Code 48900, subdivision (r).
Cyberbullying includes the transmission of harassing communications, direct threats, or other
harmful texts, sounds, or images on the Internet, social media, or other technologies using a
telephone, computer, or any wireless communication device. Cyberbullying also includes breaking
into another person's electronic account and assuming that person's identity in order to damage that
person's reputation.
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Strategies for bullying prevention and intervention shall be developed with involvement of key
stakeholders in accordance with law, Board policy, and administrative regulation governing the
development of comprehensive safety plans and shall be incorporated into such plans.
Bullying Prevention
To the extent possible, district and school strategies shall focus on prevention of bullying by
establishing clear rules for student conduct and strategies to establish a positive, collaborative school
climate. Students shall be informed, through student handbooks and other appropriate means, of
district and school rules related to bullying, mechanisms available for reporting incidents or threats,
and the consequences for perpetrators of bullying.
The Superintendent or designee shall ensure that this policy, including information about the manner
in which to file a complaint, is publicized to students, parents, employees, agents of the Governing
Board, and the general public. The information shall be translated pursuant to Education Code
Section 48985. In addition, this policy shall be posted in all school offices, including staff lounges
and student government meeting rooms.
The district may provide students with instruction, in the classroom or other educational settings,
that promotes effective communication and conflict resolution skills, social skills, character/values
education, respect for cultural and individual differences, self-esteem development, assertiveness
skills, and appropriate online behavior.
School staff shall receive related professional development, including information about early
warning signs of harassing/intimidating behaviors and effective prevention and intervention
strategies.
Based on an assessment of bullying incidents at school, the Superintendent or designee may increase
supervision and security in areas where bullying most often occurs, such as classrooms,
playgrounds, hallways, restrooms, and cafeterias.
Intervention
Students are encouraged to notify school staff when they are being bullied or suspect that another
student is being victimized. In addition, the Superintendent or designee shall develop means for
students to report threats or incidents confidentially and anonymously.
School staff who witness bullying shall immediately intervene to stop the incident when it is safe to
do so. (Education Code 234.1)
As appropriate, the Superintendent or designee shall notify the parents/guardians of victims and
perpetrators. He/she also may involve school counselors, mental health counselors, and/or law
enforcement.
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Complaints and Investigation
Students may submit to a teacher or administrator a verbal or written complaint of conduct they
consider to be bullying. Complaints of bullying that appear to be based on one or more protected
category described in BP 5145.3 – Nondiscrimination/Harassment shall be investigated and resolved
in accordance with site-level grievance procedures specified in AR 5145.7 - Sexual Harassment.
Documentation of complaints and their resolution shall be maintained for a minimum of one
Categorical Program Monitoring review cycle.
Alleged or reported incidents of bullying that do not appear to be based on one or more protected
category as described above shall be investigated and addressed by site personnel like other
disciplinary matters. If in the course of an ordinary disciplinary investigation it appears that the
incident was based on a protected category, the complaint shall be promptly investigated and
resolved in accordance with BP 5145.3 – Nondiscrimination/Harassment.
When a student is reported to be engaging in bullying off campus, the Superintendent or designee
shall investigate and document the activity and shall identify specific facts or circumstances that
explain the impact or potential impact on school activity, school attendance, or the targeted student's
educational performance.
When the circumstances involve cyberbullying, individuals with information about the activity shall
be encouraged to save and print any electronic or digital messages sent to them that they feel
constitute cyberbullying and to notify a teacher, the principal, or other employee so that the matter
may be investigated.
If the student is using a social networking site or service that has terms of use that prohibit posting
of harmful material, the Superintendent or designee also may file a complaint with the Internet site
or service to have the material removed.
Discipline
Any student who engages in bullying on school premises, or off campus in a manner that causes or
is likely to cause a substantial disruption of a school activity or school attendance, shall be subject
to discipline, which may include suspension or expulsion, in accordance with district policies and
regulations.
A student who has been determined by personnel of either the district of residence or the district or
proposed enrollment to have been a victim of any act of bullying, as defined in Education Code
48900, subdivision (r), committed by a student of the district of residence shall, at the request of the
person having legal custody of any student, be given priority for interdistrict attendance. (Education
Code 46600)
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PROBLEM SOLVING
Problem solving is an essential life skill. The school has implemented a series of
teaching and learning situations to assist students in becoming problem-solvers. Among
these strategies are class meetings where students discuss problems in an open
manner. In addition, classes address specific problem-solving strategies such as:
1. Telling the person “Stop, I don’t like it.”
2. Talk it over-listen.
3. Walk away, get a drink of water, and join a game.
4. Say: “I’m sorry” to prevent any misunderstanding.
5. Do something else.
6. Take turns and share.
7. Ignore it.
8. Ask for help from the adults at school.
PLAYGROUND RULES
- Follow directions the first time given.
- Run, play and eat only in designated areas.
(Not in bathroom or corridors)
- Keep hands, feet and objects to yourself.
- Treat everyone with courtesy and respect.
- Only school equipment on playground.
(No toys from home)
POSSIBLE CONSEQUENCES
Verbal Warnings and discussion are for the first offense and are a warning that behavior
problems will result in stronger disciplinary action.
Parental Contact (telephone discussion or conference) are used as sources of
information and problem-solving.
Counseling/Teacher Consultation with Student Support Staff (Special Education
Teacher, School Psychologist, School Counselor, Principal, etc.) may be used to
allow the teacher new options and ideas to assist in promoting positive behaviors and
meeting academic, social and emotional needs of the child.
Administrative Intervention involves consequences given by the Principal, or Assistant
Principal, and an intervention meeting with parents, teacher, child and administrator.
Behavior Contracting involves a written contract, drawn up with the assistance of the
student, specifying what behaviors the student will exhibit and the consequences which
will occur if the student violates the contract. The contract may also include a reward if
the student is successful in fulfillment of the contract.
Detention involves being detained in class or an assigned area for any portion of the day
or after school. Detention occurs during morning and/or lunch recess as allowed by the
California Education Code.
Community Service involvement occurs when students are required to work a specific
number of hours doing custodial work, assisting teachers, or helping in the library.
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Community service is utilized in lieu of suspension and is performed in an attempt to
invoke a sense of pride and self regarding the Camino Real community.
Parent Shadowing involves a parent or guardian shadowing the student for all or part of
the school day.
Playground privileges are temporarily revoked for students that repeatedly break
playground rules or demonstrate a lack of respect to other students or adults on the
playground. These privileges may be reinstated as soon as the student makes amends
for his/her actions by taking responsibility, demonstrating remorse, and apologizing.
Saturday School is assigned as a consequence for repeated offenses or to make up
unexcused absences.
Time Out is the relocation of a student to another area in the classroom or another
classroom for the purpose of changing the student’s environment and thus eliminating the
disruptive behavior.
SUSPENSIONS
California Education Code 48900 – A pupil may be suspended from school or
recommended for expulsion if the principal of the school in which the pupil is enrolled
determines that the pupil has:
a1.
Caused, attempted to cause, or threatened to cause physical injury to another
person
a2. Willfully used force or violence upon the person of another, except in self-defense
b. Possessed, sold, furnished any knife, firearm, dangerous object or explosive
c. Possessed, used, sold, furnished, or been under the influence of any controlled
substance, alcohol, or intoxicant
d. Offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any controlled substance, alcohol or intoxicant
or representation of items thereof
e. Committed or attempted to commit robbery or extortion
f.
Caused or attempted to cause damage to school property or private property
g. Stolen or attempted to steal school property or private property
h. Possessed or used tobacco or tobacco products
i.
Committed an obscene act or engaged in habitual profanity or vulgarity
j.
Offered, arranged or negotiated to sell any drug paraphernalia
k. Disrupted school activities or willfully defied the valid authority
l.
Knowingly received stolen school property or private property
m. Possessed an imitation firearm
n. Committed or attempted to commit a sexual assault
o. Harassed, threatened, or intimidated a witness
(.2)
Sexual Harassment (grades 4-12) – SEE PAGE 35
(.3)
Hate violence (grades 4-12)
(.4)
Intentional threats, harassment or intimidation
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SEXUAL HARRASSMENT DEFINED
Education Code 48900.2 states that a child may be suspended from school or
recommended for expulsion if the principal of the school in which the pupil is enrolled
determines that the pupil has committed sexual harassment as defined in Section 212.5.
of the Education Code.
Simply stated, sexual harassment can be defined as any act, verbal or non verbal, which
may have a negative impact upon the individual's academic performance, or create an
intimidating, hostile, or offensive educational environment. This section only applies to
students enrolled in grades 4-6.
During the month of October a presentation is given to students from grades 4-6. During
this presentation sexual harassment is defined as the use of any offensive language
including the words gay or lesbian, the spreading of rumors referring to any person in a
sexual manner, making gestures or touching oneself inappropriately, touching any one in
an inappropriate manner, and cornering or blocking any students. This list is not
exclusive.
Camino Real practices in progressive discipline with each offense resulting in
increasingly more severe consequences. Any one offense depending on the severity
may result in suspension and or recommendation for expulsion. The consequences are
as follows:
1st offense: Warning or Detention
2nd offense: After School Detention or Saturday School
3rd offense: Saturday School or suspension
4th offense: Suspension
Each additional offense results in additional days of suspension.
If your child is a victim of sexual harassment, she/he is to report it to their teacher or any
adult on campus. If gone unchecked, the problem will only persist growing into a larger
issue. If guilty of sexual harassment, your child will be required to serve any one of the
above consequences.
Please help us continue to make this a safe environment for our children. We ask that
you speak to your child regarding the severity of these issues.
Please view our website for more information on preventing bullying or sexual
harassment.
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JURUPA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
DRESS CODE
All students are required to present themselves in an orderly manner, conducive to the
advancement of education. Appearance should be neat and acceptable. Items that are
disruptive or could cause situations that would diminish the safety of students will be
prohibited.
Students and parents/guardians will be informed about dress and grooming standards at
the beginning of each school year and whenever these standards are revised. Students
in violation of the dress code will receive a warning and parents will be notified. Students
will be required to change or wear attire provided by the school. Repeat violators will
receive consequences according to the school assertive discipline plan as appropriate for
defiance of school rules.
The following specific guidelines shall be used to determine appropriate dress:
Gang-Related Apparel
Gang-related apparel is strictly prohibited. “Apparel” includes, but is not limited to, hats,
jewelry, belt buckles, bandannas, hair nets, insignias, exposed tattoos, colors,
paraphernalia, and sports jerseys or logos that indicate an affiliation with a group or gang
which may provoke others to act violently or be intimidated. This may include, but is not
limited to, logos of the Oakland Raiders, Los Angeles apparel, or any kind of the number
“13.”
A list of specific, prohibited “gang-related apparel” will be developed and maintained by the
principal or designee in continued consultation with the Riverside County Sheriff’s
Department and will be available at the office for review. The list of prohibited gang-related
apparel may be revised from time to time as deemed necessary, and must be limited to
apparel that reasonably could be determined to threaten the health and safety of the school
environment if worn or displayed on a school campus.
Students will be provided copies of the list of prohibited apparel, and any revisions to the
list, prior to enforcement.
Prohibited items include any item with Old English style writing and professional sports
jerseys. Local children’s team jerseys and college shirts and sweatshirts are allowed.
Appropriate Dress - General
Brief garments, such as swimsuits tops, strapless or halter tops, beach wear, tank tops
with deep armholes, bare midriffs, backless shirts, tube tops, pajamas, lounge wear, sheer
clothes, ripped or tattered jeans, low necklines, and exposed undergarments are not
appropriate for school. Garments with shoulder straps less than 1” in width are prohibited.
Dresses, skirts or shorts must cover the full curve of the buttocks when walking, sitting,
reaching or bending.
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Bagging or sagged pants shall not be worn at school. The term “baggy pants” means the
waistline of the pants, located at the hipbone of the student when pulled and pinched will
gather more than one inch of material. The term “sagged pants” means the waistline of
the pants is located below the hipbone of the student. With the pants correctly worn the
crotch of the pants will not hang away from the body. Properly fitted pants, incorrectly worn
(below the hipbone) are “sagged pants.” Pants that are loose enough to fall off the hips
without a belt are too big.
Prohibited Items
Clothing, jewelry and personal items (backpacks, gym bags, water bottles, etc.) shall be
free from writing, pictures or any other insignia which are crude, vulgar, profane or sexually
suggestive, or which bear drug, alcohol or tobacco company advertising, promotions and
likenesses. This includes any symbols the principal or designee considers to be drug
related such as KK, blunt, 420, and 8-ball.
Also prohibited are clothing or other items which advocate gender, racial, ethnic or religious
prejudice (i.e., white/brown/black pride or power) or which demean or exalt any group of
people such that it infringes upon the rights of others to be free from harassment or
intimidation. Also prohibited are items containing messages that promote or glorify death,
mutilation or violence, or which constitute gang “silent code” messages, as determined by
the school principal or designee in consultation with law enforcement.
This includes clothing with skulls (including shoes, scarves, and bracelets). Skin and
Famous Stars and Straps clothes line are prohibited due to the nature of the pictures
depicted on their clothes.
Jewelry
Jewelry with gang-related or other inappropriate symbols, as described above, is
prohibited. Also prohibited is jewelry designed for use as a weapon or designed to contain
hazardous or contraband materials. In addition, jewelry or other accessories which display
studs, spikes, chains, replica weapons or drug paraphernalia, or which may pose a threat
to student safety are prohibited. Chains greater than 1/8 inch in diameter are prohibited.
Shoes
Shoes must be worn at all times. For safety reasons, only shoes which are appropriate for
school wear are allowed, as determined by school administration. No slippers are allowed.
Camino Real recommends that shoes cover the toes to prevent injury. Backless shoes,
thongs, flip-flops and with high heels are not permitted. We suggest no more than 2” as
an appropriate heel height.
Hats
Only school approved hats, caps or other head coverings may be worn outdoors for sun
protection and shall not be worn indoors. Hats and caps with brims must be worn forward.
Camino does not allow beanies or hoods to be worn except when the temperature is below
65 degrees.
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Sunglasses
High School - Sunglasses may not be worn in the classroom.
Middle School – Sunglasses may not be worn at any time, unless they are prescription
sunglasses.
Hair
Hair must be clean and neatly groomed. Hair lengths or styles which jeopardize the health
and safety of the wearer or others of which substantially disrupt, interfere with, or distract
from the orderly conduct of school activities are not allowed. Camino Real has deemed
that Mohawks standing more than one inch is an interruption to the educational process.
Body Piercing
Middle School – No body piercing except in the ear (no ear plugs). Absolutely no safety
pins should pierce any part of the body.
Make-Up
Camino Real does not allow any make-up or artificial nails to be worn by students. Finger
nails can never extend one eight inch beyond the surface of the finger due to safety
reasons.
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EMERGENCIES AND EMERGENCY CARDS
Emergency Cards
As part of the registration packet, you were asked to fill out an emergency card. This must
have telephone numbers for at least two people who can be reached during the day. It is
also essential that the school have authorization to contact your doctor or some medical
facility in the event of a severe emergency in which you cannot be reached. Because we
want your child to be fully protected and provided for from the first hour he/she is enrolled,
we will not enroll children for whom we have no emergency information.
Please notify the school immediately when there is a change in residence,
employment, or telephone numbers. We will only release your child to those people
listed on the emergency card.
Emergencies
The staff at Camino Real is trained to provide care for all students in the event of an
emergency (e.g., a severe earthquake). Both the District and the school site have
comprehensive emergency plans with each staff member assigned specific duties. Our
primary responsibility is to account for the whereabouts and ensure the safety of all
students.
Should a major emergency occur, we will only be releasing students at the gate near the
outside stage area.
Students will be released only to people whose names appear on the Emergency
Release Card.
In an emergency situation, there are a few items that parents need to be aware of:
 If you are volunteering on campus, make sure that you always sign in and out.
 In an emergency situation, stay with the teacher then make sure you check in at
the assembly area.
 If the emergency necessitates you pick up your child, please stay calm and come
to the outside stage area.
 Remember, school is the safest place for your child to be during an emergency,
and the staff at Camino is ready to protect and take care of your child no matter
what.
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GENERAL STUDENT INFORMATION
ASSEMBLY RULES
1. Enter the cafeteria in a quiet, orderly manner.
2. Follow your teachers’ direction for seating.
3. Give immediate, quiet attention upon arrival.
4. During the assembly, show your manners and good listening skills by sitting and
listening quietly; do not distract others!
5. Show appreciation by applause; never boo, whistle, or give “put downs,” or
grunts.
6. Follow directions from your teacher or assembly leaders as you leave the
cafeteria in a safe and orderly fashion.
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ELECTRONIC DEVICES
There are absolutely no electronic devices allowed on campus. This includes cell phones,
iPods, Game Boys, Play Stations, any other hand held device. Jurupa Unified and Camino
Real and/or its staff will not be responsible for personal items that are confiscated, lost,
stolen, or damaged.
CELL PHONES
If your child must have a cell phone for emergency purposes, then it must be off and in a
backpack. Any student reported to have a cell phone will have the cell phone confiscated
and it will have to be signed out by an adult. It is your child’s responsibility to inform you
that his/her cell phone has been confiscated. Jurupa Unified and Camino Real and/or its
staff will not be responsible for personal items that are confiscated, lost, stolen, or damaged
FIELDTRIP POLICY: CHAPERONES
 In order for students to fully benefit from the education experience, no siblings, of
any age, will be allowed on the trip.
 Only teachers/chaperones may enter or attend the fieldtrip functions.
 Only one adult, per family, may attend the fieldtrip (where chaperones are limited).
 Selection of chaperones, along with the number of chaperones, will be at the
discretion of the teacher and/or the guidelines set by the facility.
 The teacher’s disciplinary plan will be supported by the chaperone.
 Due to liability reasons, all students must be transported to the location by bus.
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HOMEWORK REQUEST
Requests for homework may be made by calling the school prior to 10:30 AM.
Assignments may be picked up in the office after 3:00 PM. Please call the school to verify
that work has been left in the office.
HYGIENE
Hygiene is very important. School staff will assist when possible to encourage positive
hygiene.
LOST AND FOUND
Lost and found articles are placed in the Lost and Found basket and stored in the cafeteria
each day. Your help is needed in labeling items, especially outer clothing, so they can be
identified. Items that have not been claimed will be donated to a charitable organization at
the end of each month. We cannot be responsible for loss of personal belongings.
PETS
Dogs that are accustomed to following children should be left at home and either tied or
fastened in a pen to keep them from following students to school. Children are not to bring
any pets to school. Pets are not allowed on school buses. The Animal Control Officer will
be called to pick up visiting pets.
REST AND NUTRITION
Proper rest and nutrition are vital for a child to do his/her best in school. Health
authorities recommend the following as needed hours of rest and sleep for the average
child:
5 to 7 years
12 hours
8 to 10 years
11 hours
11 to 12 years
10-11 hours
Every child should have a good breakfast to maintain efficiency and energy throughout
the busy school day.
TELEPHONE / PHONE MESSAGES
Due to the heavy demands on our phones, students are not permitted to use the office
phones except in an emergency. (Forgotten homework, musical instruments, etc. are not
considered emergencies.) Further, classrooms will not be interrupted to inform children
that their lunch is in the office or to make transportation arrangements. These
arrangements must be made before the start of the day so as not to distract from
“instructional time.” You may leave the teacher a voicemail message on their classroom
phone or written phone messages for teachers will generally be returned within a 24 hour
period.
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HOMEWORK
Homework is a valuable part of your child’s educational experience. It
teaches him/her responsibility and self-discipline, extends and reinforces
classroom learning, and provides you with the opportunity to become
involved in your child’s learning.
Studies have shown that students who complete a program of homework that is part of a
larger academic program achieve beyond those students who do not do homework.
Homework shall be assigned according to the general guidelines listed below:
Kindergarten:
10-15 minutes each night
Grades 1-3:
20-45 minutes each night
Grades 4-6:
30-60 minutes each night
Homework will consist of activities that reinforce, review and extend classroom learning. It
will not be new material that has not been taught and explained in class.
In some cases class work (which was not completed during the school day) will be added
to the regular homework assignment. If your child consistently has more than the
recommended amount of homework, or consistently says he/she does not have homework,
please contact the teacher as soon as possible to ensure that a problem does not develop.
Parents can help by:
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Providing a quiet study place with good lighting
Establishing a routine time every day to study
Reminding their child to do his/her homework assignments
Assisting by clarifying directions but NOT by completing the assignment for the child
Checking to see if homework is accurate and completed
Complimenting the child when homework is completed
Checking periodically with the teacher to verify if completed homework assignments
are being returned to school
Reinforcing the importance of homework
Before students leave the classroom at the end of the day, they should: understand what
the homework assignment is and how to do it; know when the assignment is due; take all
needed materials and homework assignment paper home; and assume responsibility for
making up missed assignments.
At home, students should: establish a regular time every day to do homework and set up
a specific place to do homework in an area with good light and without distractions.
In completing the assignment, students should: strive for independence, continue working
on the assignment until completed, place it with other school materials and remember to
take it to school the next day.
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When assignments are turned in, they should: be on time; be complete; be neat and in
good condition.
Teachers will make a conscientious effort to notify you if your child is not completing
homework assignments.
Please note that students may be assigned study hall during morning recess if they are
chronic about not completing homework.
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HEALTH SERVICES
Illness or accidents, which occur after students arrive at school, will be reported to the
Nurse’s Office. Office personnel hold Red Cross First Aid cards and can assist the Nurse
or Health Clerk and fill in for them when they are not present.
If a student is seriously ill at home, it is best for parents to keep him/her home under
observation. No child may leave the school grounds during the school hours without
consent from the parent and principal. The only exception is when he/she needs to be
transported by emergency vehicle and every attempt has been made to inform the parents.
MEDICATION POLICY: Most physicians, upon request, will prescribe medication to be
given outside of school hours. However if it must be taken during school hours, as in
medication ordered 4 times daily, the California Education Code
requires a form to be signed by the physician and parent. Check with
the school office staff if you need this form (SS28 and 29). The
medication must be in a properly labeled container from the pharmacy.
It will be kept in a secure place at school. Students are not allowed to
keep any form of medication in their possession during school hours.
(Education Code, Sec. 4942)
HEAD LICE: Please check your child’s head periodically for lice and nits (dandruff specks
that do not fall off). An early sign of head lice is excessive itching. If discovered at school,
you will be contacted by the school to pick up your child. Treatment and removal of nits
should be completed within 1-3 days. After treatment and removal of all nits, students must
report to the school’s Health Office and be cleared prior to re-admission to classes.
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LUNCH PROGRAM
Students who wish to purchase a school lunch may do so for $1.75 and breakfast is free.
Applications for free and reduced price lunch and breakfast are available in the office and
must be completed each year. Milk and juice may be purchased separately.
Each child will be assigned a personal cafeteria account PIN number. This PIN number is
confidential and must not be shared with others. Cash or checks will be accepted for
deposits. Payment in advance for multiple meals is strongly encouraged and
significantly speeds up the meal line. Food Services encourage parents to prepay for
many meals at once in order to reduce the need for frequent deposits and daily cash
handling. Ask about how you can earn a bonus lunch meal to your account by paying in
advance.
Households with more than one child at the school need to designate the amount of money
to be placed in each child’s account. Different children in the same household cannot
share an account balance.
SB 12 Summary
1. FOOD STANDARDS FOR ALL SCHOOLS K-12
• An individually sold snack may have no more than:
• 35% of its calories from fat (excluding legumes, nuts, nut butters, seeds, eggs,
vegetables that have not been deep-fried, and cheese packaged for individual
sale).
• 10% of its calories from saturated fat (excluding eggs and cheese packaged for
individual sale).
• 35% sugar by weight (excluding fruits and vegetables).
• 175 calories (elementary schools)
• 250 calories (middle and high schools)
• An individually sold entree may have no more than:
• 4 grams of fat per 100 calories
• 400 calories
• And must qualify under the federal meal program
2. IMPLEMENTATION DATE: All food standards become effective July 1, 2007.
3. SALE TO PUPILS: Nutrition standards apply only to the sale of items to pupils and do
not apply to foods brought from home. All groups selling or serving food on campus to
pupils are required to follow the standards.
4. FUNDRAISING EXEMPTIONS: Foods that do not meet the standards may be sold at
least one-half hour after the end of the school-day or off the school premises
BREAKFAST
Breakfast is served every morning from 8:10 – 8:30am for all students.
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CAFETERIA RULES
1. Follow directions the first time they are given.
2. Remain seated at assigned table until given permission to leave.
3. Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself.
4. Do not trade or share food.
5. Only low-level talking is permitted.
6. Please pick up your eating area.
6. Parents and younger siblings must wait outside the Cafeteria while students are
eating.
7. If lunch must be delivered to a student, it must be delivered through the office.
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ON THE PLAYGROUND
1. All students must play in designated areas and not in hallways.
2. Walk in halls, covered walkways, and on blacktop except for designated game areas
(basketball) or during teacher-supervised physical education activities.
3. Do not climb fences or backstops nor leave the fenced campus area for any reason. If
a ball goes over the fence, the activity supervisor should be notified.
4. Students are to leave rocks, sand, grass or other objects on the ground.
5. Keep-away, karate kicking, play-fighting, chase games, and play-wrestling tend to get
out of hand, are potentially dangerous and will not be allowed.
6. Students should stand in a single file line while waiting to get in a game or use
equipment.
7. Students are to walk to class after the bell rings. They should carry playground
equipment to the recess equipment area; no bouncing of balls or swinging jump ropes.
8. Students are to keep both hands on the horizontal bars at all times.
9. Students cannot save places or take cuts in line.
10. Use the balls for the games for which they were designed.
11. Bats are allowed only during P.E. class when supervised by classroom teacher and
are to be swung in front of backstop. Softballs and bats are not to be brought from home.
12. Children are not to bring any sports equipment from home.
13. Toys of any kind, including pagers, radios, iPods, etc., are not allowed on the
playground or at school.
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VOLUNTEER AIDES
Camino Real is eager to establish an active Volunteer Aide program. An aide needs no
special experience, only a desire to help children. An aide can be a parent, grandparent,
or someone interested in helping to better our community.
Being a volunteer aide is a very satisfying and rewarding experience. Volunteers are
inclined to develop strong convictions about their valuable service when they feel their jobs
are important. Whether you have an hour a day or an hour a month, there is a job for you
at Camino Real Elementary. Our school has many needs, so there are a variety of areas
to choose from. ALL VISITORS AND VOLUNTEERS ARE REQUIRED TO SIGN IN AND
OUT EACH DAY.
Pursuant to Education Code Section 51100-51002
Parents and guardians of students have the right and opportunity, as a mutually supportive
and respectful partner in the education of their children, to volunteer in the classroom.
Remember, if you are working with children, you must always be under the direct
supervision of the teacher.
Please check with the teacher regarding his/her specific classroom practices and or
schedules. Volunteer hours of availability are strictly maintained by the classroom teacher.
If you would like to volunteer additional time, please check with the office or principal.
There are multitudes of ways you can assist our school community.
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JUSD Wellness Policy
Our District has developed a Wellness Policy that is focused on improving the health of
students. The policy was developed with health and wellness advisory council that
includes teachers, parents, students, administrators, guidance counselors, and the
school nurse.
Key Areas of our Wellness Policy
Balance is essential for any Wellness Policy. Key areas include:
Nutrition Education
Physical activity
Other school-based activities that are designed to promote student wellness
How we accomplish our goals
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Our School Nutrition Program complies with federal, state and local requirements.
Our School Nutrition Program is accessible to all children.
We provide and promote nutrition education
We encourage meaningful physical and fitness to all children
All school-based activities are consistent with local wellness policy goals.
Recommend that all foods and beverages made available on campus (including
vending, concessions, a la carte, student stores, parties, and fundraising) during
the school day are consistent with the current Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
Insure that all foods made available on campus adhere to food safety and security
guidelines.
Provide a school environment that is safe, comfortable, pleasing, and allows
ample time and space for eating meals.
Insure that food and/or physical activity is not used as a reward or punishment.
Camino Real Snack Recommendations for Parties
There are many special occasions – birthdays, holiday celebrations, and parties – where
we are inclined to bring a treat into the classroom for the kids. But we don’t want to
overload the kids with sugar, disrupt the productivity in the class, or ruin a child’s appetite
for lunch or dinner.
"Please check with your classroom teacher 24 hours in advance if you would like
to bring treats." Remember all visitors must check into the office.
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