Dear Students and parents,

As I come each day to school with renewed energy, I remember the importance we all play in our student’s lives. I am fortunate to be in a profession that affects the future of children and I am proud to be the principal of I.B. Perrine Elementary.

This handbook was written to help you and your child understand school policies and procedures. Education is most effective when a solid partnership exists between parents and school professionals. You can show support by reviewing this web site and/or booklet with your child. Knowing that you are actively interested in school will help your child get off to a good start and set the tone for a successful year.

It is our fundamental belief at I. B. Perrine Elementary that all children can learn, but we also know that all children do not learn at the same rate or in the same way. Therefore, we work as hard as we can to tailor our instruction to the educational needs of each child. When you visit our classrooms, you will see that we use a variety of assessments, programs, and instructional strategies to ensure that all students are successful.

While much of our work is focused on providing students with a range of academic skills, we believe it is equally important that our students develop strong social skills. Children at I. B Perrine will learn how to work successfully in group situations, how to set and assess personal goals, and how to resolve conflicts. In doing so, we can provide a safe, nurturing place where all children can grow and learn.

We are proud that here at I.B. Perrine we have established a learning community- for our staff as well as our students. All of our teachers work collaboratively to design a consistent, articulate academic program. We also work together on a regular basis to assess student work and to use that information to modify and improve our instructional practices. This is made possible with the continued district support of elementary planning time.

We hope that we will see you soon at I.B. Perrine as a visitor or a volunteer. For the safety of all students, the office requires all adults to sign-in when picking up a child and/or volunteering. Please do not go directly to the classrooms.

The door to my office is always open and you are welcome to stop by and talk. Please do not hesitate to phone the school at 733-4288 whenever the need arises. Working together we will continue to be a strong school.

Thank you for your support,

Bill Brulotte, Principal

I.B. Perrine Elementary

Support Services

Counseling Services

Perrine has a full-time counselor available to work with students on a walk-in basis or on a more long-term basis. Parent permission is required for a student to see the counselor on a regular schedule. The counselor also conducts workshops and lessons for Kindergarten through Fifth grades on a variety of topics, such as: friendship skills, anger management, school success, preparing for middle school, and social skills. Parents or teachers may refer a child for school counseling.

Resource Assistance

Students who qualify academically in the areas of Reading, Mathematics, and/or Written Language are eligible to receive special education assistance. Many federal and state regulations govern special education, and there is a process, which needs to be followed if a student is to be referred for assistance. If you are concerned about your child’s academic progress, please, contact his/her teacher or the resource teacher for your child’s grade level.

Speech-Language Services

Speech and Language therapy are available for any student who shows a need through testing. Unlike private practitioners, students only qualify for speech and language assistance through the school if it is demonstrated that the child’s difficulties with speech and/or language are affecting his/her ability to perform at school. Mrs. Ashenbrener is available at 737-5208 ext. 3266.

Gifted and Talented Program

The Gifted and Talented Program (G.T.) is available for students, grades 4 through 6 who show an aptitude and score above the 95^th percentile on the Idaho Standards Academic known as ISAT. If you have any questions about this program, please contact your child’s teacher or Marty Pike at support services, 733-8456. The Twin Falls School District will be operating a magnet math/Science program this year for fifth graders at Perrine Elementary. If you are interested in the program, please contact the G.T. Coordinator, Marti Pike.

Occupational and Physical Therapy

The Twin Falls School District has a contract with occupational and physical therapists to provide services to Twin Falls students. To be eligible, it must be demonstrated that the child’s difficulties affect school performance. If you have any questions about this program, please, contact Clara Allred, the Twin Falls School District #411 Director of Support Services director at 733-8456.

Audiologist Services

The school district provides audiologist services for any student who shows a need through testing. Unlike private practitioners, students only qualify for this assistance through the school if it is demonstrated that the child’s difficulties with hearing is affecting his/her ability to perform at school. Mrs. Kim Eskeldson is available at Perrine by appointment and can be reached through Support Services at 733-8456.

Title I Services

I.B. Perrine Elementary School is a Schoolwide Title I school. A Title I Schoolwide program allows funds from Title I, Part A of the Elementary & Secondary Education Act (ESEA), along with other Federal and non-Federal program funds and resources, to upgrade, reform, or improve teaching and learning in schools with the highest levels of poverty.

This school provides Title I assistance to all students, based on overall economic need. In a Schoolwide program, identification of specific individual children is not required. Instead, at-risk groups within the whole school are identified for intervention. A school is ultimately responsible for the academic success of every member of its population.

All students may participate. Student need is based on a variety of assessments, including the Idaho State Assessment Test (ISAT), and the Idaho Reading Indicator (IRI), to determine their level of proficiency.

Title I, Resource, ELL teachers, Instructional Coaches, and paraprofessionals provide reading and/or math assistance. Paraprofessionals may work in the classrooms with small groups of students under the classroom teacher’s direction. Some students may work in the Title I, Resource, or ELL room with a support teacher or paraprofessional on skills needed to bring them to grade level.

English Language Learner (ELL) Program

The ELL program is a federally funded program that provides assistance for students who have not mastered the English language. The program employs a process known as “Total Emersion” to assist in the acquisition of the English Language. Academic skills are introduced and reinforced in the process, but the major focus is mastery of the English Language to better insure student success within one year of entering the United States. If you are concerned about your child’s academic progress, please, contact his/her teacher or the ELL Teacher, Ruth Ann Helton. She can be reached at 737-5208 ext. 3263.

Note: All of the support service personnel meet quarterly in order to discuss student progress and to assure that no student in need of assistance is overlooked. The general classroom staff meets weekly to discuss what they can do to assist students who are struggling in the core subjects. The support staff mentioned above often meets with the regular classroom teachers in order to identify the best placement of any student to better insure student success in the core areas of study.

MCj01922650000[1] GENERAL INFORMATION

Assemblies

I.B. Perrine will have two or three major assemblies each year. We choose our assemblies based on cultural and educational value. All students in grades 1 through 5 are asked to pay $4.00 at the beginning of the year to cover the costs of these assemblies. Half-day Kindergarten students are asked to pay $2.00.

School Pictures

At Perrine Elementary we take student pictures twice; fall pictures will be taken in early September 2009 and spring pictures will be scheduled at a later date. Picture packets range in price from $12.00 to $30.00.

Medication Policy

According to state policy, we are required to dispense medications only to students with long-term chronic illness or disability where failure to take the medication would jeopardize the student’s health or educational progress.

1. A physician’s order for administration of medication must be on file at the school. These forms are available in the school office.

2. The medication must be in the original prescription bottle with the student’s name, physician’s name, medication name, schedule of administration, dosage, and date clearly marked.

3. It is the student’s responsibility to remember to come to the office and take their medications. We cannot guarantee that we will be able to remind the student each day.

Computer Use Policy

The Twin Falls School District has a computer use policy that all parents must sign at registration to allow the student to use school computers. Parents can access the entire policy on the Perrine website at www.tfsd.k12.id.us/pe/ and then select staff—specials—computer—Mrs. Beams. Mrs. Beams is our computer teacher and is available to answer questions that you may have.

Student Check-Out and Visitor Procedure

All parents and visitors need to stop by the office before visiting any classroom or common area in the building or on the playground. Visitors to Perrine can sign in at the office and will be given a visitor pass that will remain visible during their visit. When students are checked out due to illness or appointments they must be signed out through the office and a pass will be issued. Only authorized individuals will be allowed to check out students.

Textbooks and Supplies

The Twin Falls School District provides textbooks for student use during the school year. Students are responsible for the care of textbooks, library books, and other school equipment and property. Students will be charged for lost or damaged books and equipment. Students are expected to furnish pencils, paper, and other items used on a regular basis in the classroom. Each grade has provided a supply list, which is available from your student’s teacher, the office, or at your local department store (The school PTO receives a kick back from Target, Albertsons, Smith’s, and K-Mart, for each purchase that is made in the name of this school).

Telephone Usage

Students may use the telephone in the classroom or at the office in case of emergencies or illness with permission of the teacher or the office staff. A phone pass is required to use the telephone at the office. The phone is not to be used to call home for non-emergencies. Parents are asked to remember that the office phone is our only business phone in the building. Messages are not directly taken and delivered to classrooms. Instead you will be put through to the teacher’s voicemail system. Please use the 737-5208 number and the teacher extension to leave messages. Teachers are asked to check these by 2:00 each day before students go home. You can leave a message with the teacher to give to your child. Any messages received after 2:00 are NOT guaranteed to be delivered. After school arrangements should be made prior to sending your students to school each day.

Lost and Found

Many items are lost and found during the school year. When items of clothing are found, they are placed in tubs and on hangers near the middle stairwell by the main doors. Smaller items are placed in the office. When your student looses an item, we encourage them to look in these areas. Please, check the lost and found frequently, as items are boxed up approximately once a month, and are taken to charity each month. We cannot be responsible for lost or stolen items.

Student Injuries and Insurance

Even with great precautions and close supervision, students do have accidents at school. It is necessary for us to have current, accurate addresses and telephone numbers to call in case of an emergency. Remember, our ability to contact someone immediately may be critical to your child’s health and well being. Every attempt will be made to contact the parents or emergency contacts in the event student suffers an injury. If the injury is of a serious nature and we fail to contact parents or emergency contacts, the administration will determine the seriousness of the situation and may seek medical assistance for the student by taking the student to the emergency or calling an ambulance to transport the injured student.

Parents need to be prepared for such medical expenses that may arise should their child be injured at school. The school district does not automatically provide medical insurance to pay for student medical expenses. This is the responsibility of the parents. An independent insurance company makes student medical insurance available to families for their individual purchase. Brochures are given to students at the beginning of the school year and are available in the school office.

Bus, Car, Bike, Transportation

Students who are eligible to ride the bus to school are expected to comply with bus rules designed to ensure the safety of all students. Written parental permission must be given for students to ride a different bus or alter his/her regular schedule. Questions about bus transportation may be directed to the Western States Bus Company, 733-8003.

Skate boards/ roller skates / retractable roller tennis shoes are not allowed on the school grounds. Bikes may be ridden to school, but not ridden on the school grounds. A bike lock is recommended. We provide a bike rack for secure storage during the day and bikes should be parked and left alone during school hours.

Parents who bring their students to school and pick them up at the end of the day should do so in the appropriate zones. You are allowed to enter the smaller school loop on Sparks Avenue, circle and drop. PLEASE NO PARKING IN THE LOOP AREA. The new loop is a one-way loop that enters on Sparks Avenue and exits on Caswell Avenue West. There is no parking in the marked red fire zone lanes. You can only stop and drop in this designated area. If you wish to walk your child to the classroom door, you will need to park your car in a designated parking area.

One Way Both loops are one way loops.

Hot Lunch Program

Perrine provides both breakfast and lunch in our cafeteria. Breakfast begins at 7:30 A.M. and is free of charge. Lunch is served by grade level (please, see daily bell schedules). Money is kept track of on the computer and parents are encouraged to send checks or cash (checks are preferred – less loss) to cover lunches for whatever period of time they desire. Charging is highly discouraged, especially toward the end of the school year. While no student will be denied lunch, it is your responsibility to pay any outstanding lunch charges. Parents are welcome to eat with their students. Free and reduced application forms are available from the school office. If you have any questions, please contact the hot lunch manager at 733-2230. Price for lunch will be published in the fall newsletter.

Lunch menus are sent home monthly and can be accessed on our bulletin at the following address:

http://powerschool.tfsd.k12.id.us/bulletin/104

Substance Abuse Policy & Procedure

Philosophy Statement It is the Idaho legislature’s intent that parental involvement in all aspects of a child’s education in Idaho public schools be part of each school district’s policy. Drug prevention programs and counseling for students under the custody and care of the public schools are included in this intent. The Board of Trustees recognizes that student use of controlled substances/drugs is a serious problem of utmost concern in our society. Controlled substance/drug use is detrimental to a state of well-being and undermines the aim of education, which is to enable individuals to develop to their full potential. The district seeks to ensure the highest standards of learning in the classroom and recognizes that use of controlled substances/drugs (including alcohol and tobacco) creates community, social, educational, economic and legal problems. It is the conviction of Twin Falls School District #411 that the threat of illegal substance use is most menacing when it involves our young people who, because of their developmental stage, are the most vulnerable members of our society in regard to health and safety issues. The safety and security of the student(s), staff, and school are the district's primary concerns. Realizing that the primary responsibility for educating and forming the values and decision-making abilities of children in regard to illegal substance use belongs to the parents and family, this school district commits itself to assist parents with this task.

Policy Statement District policy and regulations involving illegal substance use are based on the laws of the State of Idaho and the violation of those laws can subject violators to the due process of law. Students who, while on school property or within a Drug Free School Zone, as defined in Idaho Code 37-2739D, or while attending a school-sponsored activity, possess, distribute, sell, use or give evidence of having consumed alcohol, tobacco products, or drugs not taken at the direction of a physician, or other controlled or dangerous substances/drugs, or who are in possession of alcohol, tobacco products, or controlled substances/drugs, or paraphernalia, shall be subject to intervention, discipline, suspension, expulsion and/or other appropriate alternatives. Students attending school in this district will not use, possess, sell, buy, or distribute drugs, including alcohol, tobacco, controlled substances/drugs, or related paraphernalia on school premises. Any student will violate the district’s drug, alcohol and tobacco policy when:

1. He or she admits to using, possessing, selling, buying, or distributing drugs, including alcohol, tobacco, or controlled substance/drug on school premises;

2. He or she is found to use, possess, sell, buy, or distribute drugs, including alcohol, tobacco, controlled substance/drug, or related paraphernalia, on school premises;

3. He or she is found to possess drugs, including alcohol, tobacco, controlled substances/drugs or related paraphernalia, or to have such substances on his or her person, or in his or her locker, vehicle, or other property on school premises.

It is the policy of the Board of Trustees to combat illegal substance use. Within the resources available, we will attempt to maintain a comprehensive Student Assistance /Substance Abuse Prevention program from early childhood level grades through grade 12. The Student Assistance/Substance Abuse Prevention program may include age-appropriate, developmentally based drug and alcohol education and prevention curriculum, discipline policies, as well as identification, referral, intervention, and aftercare in cases of substance abuse. The School District curriculum may provide students (early childhood level grades through grade 12) with information about: 1) the dangers of alcohol and other illegal substance use; 2) self-concept; 3) decision making; and 4) information about effective techniques for resisting peer pressure to use controlled substances/drugs. Additionally, the Board of Trustees recognizes a role in: 1) establishing discipline policies and procedures in relation to student use of controlled substances/drugs; 2) providing staff training; 3) supporting other alternatives for helping students and their families which exist within the community; and 4) sponsoring community education/awareness activities related to illegal substance/drug education. Control of the entire Student Assistance Program shall be in the hands of the Board of Trustees, who may act upon the advice and recommendation of the Student Assistance/Substance Abuse Advisory Council which is made up of both school district staff and community representatives and patrons. The Student Assistance/Substance Abuse Advisory Council will review the Drug, Alcohol, and Tobacco policy biennially and make recommendations to the Board of Trustees as needed.

Search and Seizure- Illegal Substances: Searches of students or their personal property shall be authorized in circumstances where the district is presented with information which gives rise to a reasonable suspicion the student is in possession of evidence of a violation of the policies of the district or state law or federal law. The extent of the search must be reasonably related in scope to the circumstances which justified the initial inference that a violation of policy or the law has occurred, taking into consideration the student’s age and sex. School lockers are the property of the district. At no time does the district relinquish its exclusive control of lockers provided for the convenience of students. Periodic general inspections of lockers may be conducted by district authorities for any reason at any time, without notice, without student consent, and without a search warrant. The district authorities may afford the student and/or student’s parents the opportunity to be present at the time a student’s locker is opened and inspected.

The district maintains the right to conduct routine patrols, which can include the use of drug dogs on school premises, including the parking lot or areas occupied by the private vehicles of its students. The interior of a vehicle, with the exception of materials which are in the plain view of district authorities, will not be subject to search without the consent of the student, or his or her parents. Should district authorities come into possession of information which leads them to a reasonable suspicion that evidence is located within a parked vehicle on school premises which would violate this policy, state law, or any other district policy, the student who is either the owner, or in control of the vehicle, will be contacted and consent obtained to conduct a search of the vehicle to ascertain the truth or falsity of district authorities’ reasonable suspicions. Should the student refuse to allow the vehicle to be searched, his or her parents will be contacted and asked to authorize the search. Should the student and the parents refuse to allow the search, the student will be prohibited from utilizing school premises to park their vehicle in the future.

Exceptions to Parent and/or Legal Guardian Involvement The student's parent(s) and/or legal guardian(s) will be notified and/or assume responsibility as stated in the procedures unless one or more of the following conditions apply: A. The student is eighteen (18) years of age or older B. The student is married and under the age of eighteen (18).

School-Based Student Support Groups Parent(s)/Guardian(s) will be informed of their child's interest in attending a support group at the school. Parent(s)/Guardian(s) will be asked to notify the school if they object to their child's participation in the group.

School Insurance and Liability for Accidents

Raising children is challenging enough without having to worry about how to access and pay for the medical treatment they need when they get hurt or sick. Low cost accident and sickness insurance is an excellent way to prepare in advance for such challenges. In order to help you, I.B. Perrine Elementary and the Twin Falls School District participate in a program meant to give you a number of coverage options for your child. Details and an enrollment form are in a brochure available to you at the school.

Several benefit levels are offered. You can limit coverage to school related injuries only or opt for 24/7 protection. Also offered is a student health care plan (most recommended if your child has no other health insurance), a long term dental accident plan and a pharmacy discount program for your entire family. Whether you are looking to fill in the “gaps” in other insurance or looking for primary coverage for your child, you will probably find an option to fit your needs.

While you can always use any doctor or hospital, the student health care plan includes access to an extensive network of doctors and hospitals who have agreed to discount their charges. Seeking care through contacted providers may reduce your out-of-pocket costs, particularly if your child needs surgery or hospitalization.

Coverage can begin as early as today. As a student of a participating school, your child is eligible for enrollment in any of these programs at any time however, you are encouraged to consider early enrollment to get maximum value from the plan(s) selected.

Understand that the school district does not provide medical insurance for student’s injuries but does make voluntary students insurance available. If you are interested in this program you can stop at the school and get information.

I. B. Perrine Elementary School

Discipline Policy

Discipline Philosophy

We believe that all students deserve the opportunity to attend a school that is safe. We believe that all students should be treated fairly and that policies must be enforced consistently. We believe that rules exist for the following purposes:

1. to develop a sense of social responsibility in all students;

2. to create an environment in which all students feel safe;

3. to create an environment which is conducive to learning;

4. To assist students in developing ownership for their actions and behavior.

In order to fulfill the above beliefs, we have developed a discipline policy, which addresses our expectations for all students. Our procedures are grounded in a spirit of safety, and assist students in determining what behaviors are appropriate in various school settings.

School Standards

1. We will practice courtesy and respect at all times, in our actions and in our words. All people will be treated with courtesy and respect. This includes students, teachers, teacher assistants, playground assistants, lunchroom staff, maintenance staff, people in the office, guest teachers, parents and all visitors to our building.

2. We will give our best effort each day in both academic endeavors and socially.

3. We will do nothing harmful to others or ourselves. We will eliminate bullying, teasing, taunting, fighting, gossip, and swearing from school. These behaviors are addressed in District 411 Board Policy.

4. We will make each classroom a place of learning. Students will cooperate with teachers, teacher assistants, guest teachers, and classmates and will follow all classroom and school rules.

5. We will keep our school clean by picking up trash, keeping our possessions neat, and cleaning up after ourselves in the classroom, the restrooms, the hallways, the cafeteria, and the playground.

6. We will dress for success, by eliminating inappropriate clothing and following the district dress code.

School Policies and Procedures

I. Playground

A. Rules of Play

1. Students may not bring healies, roller skates, scooters or skateboards to school. Only bikes may be ridden to school and need to be locked at the bike rack during the day.

2. No play fighting, no army play, no rough play, no tackling, and no rough physical contact.

3. Any inappropriate language will be referred to the office immediately.

4. No students should ever be on the three hills around the school or on the front hill with the Perrine sign.

5. Students need to play away from the front sidewalk before, during and after school. Please stay out of the Kindergarten story pits.

6. If a toy or ball goes into the driveway or the street, ask permission or help from a playground aide before you retrieve your toy or ball.

7. No playing in the grassy areas around the portable classrooms.

8. Students will only be allowed to stay inside during recess with a doctor’s note.

9. If a student needs to use the restroom during recess they must obtain a pass from the playground aide and then use the restroom with the green door by the office.

B. Consequences for misbehavior on the playground:

1. Playground monitors will deal with minor disputes and rule infractions using conflict resolution techniques or the “Refocus” Process.

2. Should a student violate the safety of another student, or engage in repeated violation of the rules, the playground monitor may complete a school-wide refocus that will be given to the student’s teacher. At the teacher’s discretion and after a brief investigation, the office will be notified of the infraction and may be asked to work with the student on the infraction. Teachers and the office keep refocuses, and the number of previous refocuses, as well as the severity of the infraction often determines consequences. Three school-wide refocuses will result in the loss of recesses for one week.

3. Should a student violate Idaho Code, they will be referred immediately to the office and may be referred to the School Resource Officer (SRO). The playground monitor may choose to ask for office assistance with students who are defiant and/or fighting.

II. Hallways

A. Passes: Students are not to be in the hallways before school, during recess, during lunch, or after school without a pass from a teacher or a playground aide. Students who need to come in during recess must have a pass from a playground monitor or classroom teacher.

B. Students should take their coats with them to lunch, students will not be allowed to return to the classroom to get their coat.

C. No jumping down the stairways, jumping over the railings or other dangerous activities while on the stairs. Students should stay to the right while using the stairways.

D. Students should always remain quiet while in the hallway.

E. All students will be supervised while in the classroom. If a teacher requires a student to return to class to finish work, the student must have a pass and the teacher will be waiting for them in the room.

F. Students will not wear hats in the hallways, classrooms or the lunchroom during school hours.

G. Students will walk in the building at all times. No running or horseplay is allowed. Students will not be disruptive in the hallways at any time.

H. A staff member will escort students when walking to and from P.E., Music, library, the computer lab, or other classrooms.

III. Lunchroom

A. There will be at least 2 staff members per grade level with students while they are waiting in line to get their trays.

B. Students are to talk quietly while in the lunchroom.

C. Students are to clean up after themselves before leaving the lunchroom.

D. Students are to walk at all times in the lunchroom. Running, pushing, and shoving are not allowed.

E. Food is to be eaten in the lunchroom or the classroom (at the discretion of the teacher) and is not to be taken from the building to the playground.

IV. Before / After School

A. Students should not arrive at school before 7:30 a.m. and should immediately leave school directly upon dismissal. There is not adult supervision prior to 7:40 a.m. nor after 3:20 p.m. Students are not allowed to use the playground until after 5:00 p.m. as our after school program (PAL-STEP) will be using the equipment until that time.

B. Students will remain outside, except to eat breakfast, until the first bell rings. At that time, they will line up outside in the appropriate lines and wait until their teacher comes to bring them inside.

C. Students in the 2^nd and 3^rd grades are to use the east doors for entering and leaving the school. Students in 1^st and 5^th grades are to use the west door for entering and leaving school. Students in kindergarten are to use the main entrance when entering and leaving school. Students are to enter and leave in an orderly fashion. 4^th grade will use their classroom access doors.

D. Students who wait for siblings are to arrange a meeting location outside of the building.

V. Dress Code

A. Students will dress appropriately for the weather. Students will not be allowed in the building before school, at recesses, or after school because they did not dress warm enough.

B. Students are to wear coats outside at recess during cold weather. They will not be allowed back inside to get a coat.

C. Pants, which sag and are so loose that they cannot be held up without a belt, are not allowed.

D. Shirts that advertise tobacco, alcohol, or drugs are not allowed. Shirts, which have obscene slogans or advertise illegal behavior, are not to be worn at school. Students will be asked to call home and request a different shirt and/or turn the offending shirt inside out.

E. Clothing must be appropriate and cover body parts. (See district policy below)

Note: The Board of Education has adopted a district wide dress code that will be enforced.

It is the desire and intent of the Twin Falls School District to adopt a dress code to create an environment in our schools that is conducive to learning and free of potential distraction or danger. The Dress for Success code supports workplace norms for appropriate attire. It is our belief that schools are in the business of learning which necessitates discipline by the individual student in all areas such as language, behavior, attendance, and dress. Students are to observe the following guidelines regarding student attire:

1. Shirts must have a modest neckline (no cleavage) and be long enough to cover the midriff (front and back). No spaghetti straps, tank tops, tube, off-the-shoulder, halter tops, or muscle shirts will be allowed. No backless, strapless, or half tops are to be worn.

2. Clothes must conceal undergarments (boxers, thongs, undergarment straps, etc.) at all times. No see-through, excessively tight or torn, or revealing attire is permitted.

3. Shorts and skirts must be no shorter than mid-thigh in length. No spandex clothing is allowed.

4. Pants must be worn at hip-level or higher (no excessive bagging or sagging).

5. No pajamas, slippers, or sleepwear of any kind is allowed.

6. Hats or head coverings (including sunglasses) of any kind are not allowed.

7. Shoes must be worn at all times.

Students are prohibited from wearing or carrying clothing, accessories or jewelry, or displaying piercings or tattoos, which by picture, symbol, or word, depict or allude to any of the following:

1. Drug usage, including alcohol and tobacco;

2. Controlled substances of any kind;

3. Drug paraphernalia;

4. Gangs;

5. Violence, hate groups, racial separation;

6. Sexually explicit, lewd, indecent, or offensive material; or Illegal acts

VI. Consequences

A. Accumulated minor infraction forms will be sent home in the report card at the end of the grading quarter.

B. Major infractions, Idaho Code violations, and violent behavior (such as fighting or bullying) will result in immediate parental contact via telephone and/or letter.

C. The number of violations and/or severity of the infraction will determine the consequences.

Dear Perrine Parents,

As you are aware from previous communications, we have implemented a program called “Preventive Discipline” as a method of carrying out our discipline policy. We have developed a set of “Absolutes” with the assistance of the staff and the students. “Absolutes” are actions that are so serious that they will result in an immediate suspension from school. To generate our list, each teacher talked with his/her class and created a list of actions that students felt were extremely threatening. We then compiled this list into a school policy. The “Absolutes” were then shared at the PTO meeting to get input from parents.

Whether a student receives a suspension depends upon the following: severity of the action, age of the student, and the number of previous referrals. Teachers will work with their students to teach them appropriate behaviors. We will be teaching the students the expected behaviors within the first few weeks of the school this year.

Absolutes

1. No weapons: This includes, but is not limited to guns, knives, paint guns, and paintballs, throwing stars, or toy versions of any of the above. Bringing a weapon to school violates board policy and will be reviewed for a possible temporary suspension or a permanent expulsion from school.

2. No drugs: Bringing drugs to school can result in expulsion or other steps at the district level. This includes all illegal drugs, tobacco, alcohol, and prescription drugs. Any prescription drugs are to be given through the office only (see procedure above).

3. No action that is harmful to yourself or others. This includes, but is not limited to: fighting, physical abuse (kicking, punching, slapping, choking, rough play, pinching, pulling ears, shoving, etc.) spitting, play fighting, rock throwing, and tree climbing. Dangerous play on the toys, name-calling, and threats will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis and consequences will be handed out according to repetition and severity.

4. No swearing or disrespectful behavior. This includes, but is not limited to: obscene words, name calling, disrespect to adults, and gestures that show disrespect to an adult or another student.

5. Be respectful of property at all times. This includes your own property, items belonging to teachers or other students, and school property (books, desks, the walls, the bathroom, etc.) Not only does intentionally destroying property result in suspension, but student/parents are also responsible to replace the item or pay for any repair.

Our Goal is to provide a safe, secure environment where students can learn undisturbed and have a good time on the playground. We also want to teach students life skills and behaviors. We were extremely impressed by the level of thought our students gave while developing these Absolutes. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call the school at 733-4288.

2009-2010 FERPA NOTICE

STUDENT RECORDS NOTICE

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords parents and students over 18 years of age ("eligible students") certain rights with respect to the student's education records. These rights are:

The right to inspect and review the student's education records within 45 days of the day the School receives a request for access. Parents or eligible students should submit to the School principal a written request that identifies the record(s) they wish to inspect. The School official will make arrangements for access and notify the parent or eligible student of the time and place where the records may be inspected.

The right to request the amendment of the student's education records that the parent or eligible student believes to be inaccurate or misleading. Parents or eligible students may ask the School to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading. They should write the School principal, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate or misleading. If the School decides not to amend the record as requested by the parent or eligible student, the School will notify the parent or eligible student of the decision and advise them of their right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the parent or eligible student when notified of the right to a hearing.

The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student's education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without con-sent. One exception, which permits disclosure without consent, is disclosure to school officials with legitimate

educational interests. A school official is a person employed by the School as an administrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staff member (including health or medical staff and law enforcement unit personnel); a person serving on the School Board; a person or company with whom the School has contracted to perform a special task (such as an attorney, auditor, medical consultant, or therapist); or a parent or student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. [Optional] Upon request, the School discloses education records without consent to officials of another school district in which a student seeks or intends to enroll.

[NOTE: FERPA requires a school district to make a reasonable attempt to notify the parent or eligible student of the records re-quest unless it states in its annual notification that it intends to forward records on request.]

4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the School to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA are:

Family Policy Compliance Office U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20202-5901

DIRECTORY INFORMATION NOTICE

FERPA permits the Twin Falls School District to release appropriately designated “directory information” without prior written consent unless a parent instructs the District not to release it. Directory information is designated as a student’s name, address, photograph, telephone number, e-mail address, dates of attendance, birth date, school, year, participation in school activities and sports, honors and awards, height and weight of athletic team members and other images.

If you do not wish to have your child’s directory information released, please indicate so on the TFSD Student Opt-Out Form, located on our website at www.tfsd.k12.id.us. Please understand that signing this form would exclude your child’s directory information from any documents that are typically made public or relating to school-related organizations and activities such as:

• Yearbooks

• Alumni Directories

• Graduation Programs

• Honor Roll and other recognition lists

• Sports activity programs

• Theatrical programs

• District productions/publications

• Classroom or student pictures

You may also choose to opt-out of having your child’s directory information shared with military recruiters. This option is also available on the Opt-Out Form. The Student Opt-Out form must be submitted by September 4, 2009 or two weeks from the time you receive this letter. If you do not have access to the internet, please contact the Twin Falls School District Office at 733-6900 and forms can be mailed to you. Please submit Opt-Out Forms to:

Twin Falls School District

Attn: Beth Pendergrass

201 Main Ave. W

Twin Falls, ID 83301

RELATED INFORMATION

Throughout the course of the school year, the media may be in our schools or at school sanctioned events to cover our activities. The majority of the media coverage featuring students is considered human interest stories that do not contain sensitive subject matter or are not controversial in nature. Often, reporters are present at our request to showcase our students and teachers engaged in exciting educational activities.

The Twin Falls School District includes in its classification of directory information student names and photographic images of students participating in regular classroom or school-authorized events. This simply means that the media may publish and/or broadcast the names and photographs of students participating in school-related activities without prior parental consent.

If you have signed a FERPA Opt-Out Form for your child, we will exclude them from any media photos or publications. If you have not completed an Opt-Out Form, your student will be allowed to participate in human interest stories. In instances where the building administrator has a concern about maintaining student confidentiality or the sensitive nature of media related stories, parental permission will be sought prior to allowing the student to participate.

If you have any questions regarding the information provided in this notice, please contact Beth Pendergrass at 733-4009.

I.B. PERRINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

452 Caswell Avenue West

Twin Falls, Idaho 83301

PADRES!

¿USTED SABÍA QUE SU ESCUELA TIENE UN PROGRAMA DELTÍTULO SCHOOLWIDE? ¡UN PROGRAMA PARA AYUDAR A ESTUDIANTES A APRENDER!

¿Cuál es el Título I Schoolwide?

Un programa del título I Schoolwide permite fondos del título I, Pieza A del acto elemental y secundario de la educación (ESEA), junto con otros fondos y recursos federales y no-Federales del programa, para aumentar, reforma, o mejore la enseñanza y aprender en escuelas con los niveles más altos de la pobreza.

¿Cómo esta escuela fue elegida para participar?

Esta escuela proporciona ayuda del Título I a todos los estudiantes, de acuerdo con necesidad económica total.

¿Qué estudiantes en la escuela participan en el programa del Título I Schoolwide?

En un programa de Schoolwide, la identificación de niños individuales específicos no se requiere. En lugar, identifican a los grupos en-riesgo dentro de la escuela entera para la intervención. Una escuela es en última instancia responsable del éxito académico de cada miembro de su población.

¿Cómo eligen a un estudiante para participar?

Todos los estudiantes pueden participar.

La necesidad del estudiante se basa en una variedad de gravámenes, incluyendo la prueba del gravamen del estado de Idaho (ISAT), y el indicador de la lectura de Idaho (IRI), para determinar su nivel de la habilidad.

¿Cómo el programa trabaja?

Maestros de Titulo I, Recursos, ELL, tutores de lectura, y los para-professionales pueden proporcionar la lectura y/o ayuda de las matemáticas. Los Para-profesionales trabajan en las salas de clase con los grupos pequeños de estudiantes bajo dirección del profesor de la sala de clase. Algunos estudiantes pueden trabajar en el cuarto del título I, Recurso s o ESL cuarto con un profesor del Título I o él para-profesional en las habilidades necesitadas para traerlas calificar llano.

¿Cómo esto beneficia a mi estudiante?

Todos los estudiantes benefician de mano de obra de enseñanza creciente y de la instrucción pequeña del grupo. Con el uso de profesores y de paraprofessionales certificados, apuntan para la ayuda del Título I y tiene a cada estudiante la oportunidad de recibir la instrucción intensiva. Aceleran a los estudiantes de modo que puedan resolver o exceder estándares del distrito y del estado.

Cuál es un acuerdo de la escuela-padre ¿Sociedad?

Bajo ley federal del Título I, todas las escuelas que recibían fondos del título I han desarrollado un acuerdo (un tipo de acuerdo) entre el hogar y la escuela en donde todos los partidos se ponen de acuerdo de trabajar juntos para proporcionar la educación mejor para su estudiante.

De padre al padre:

La existencia del programa del Título I Schoolwide en nuestras escuelas proporciona las oportunidades valiosas para nuestros estudiantes. Titulo 1 es un programa federal financiado y hay una necesidad del distrito local y de la entrada parental en cómo el programa debe funcionar. Organizan a un comité parental anual de la implicación para permitir que los padres tengan una voz en cómo el programa trabaja para sus niños. Deje por favor su escuela saber si usted tiene un interés en servir en este comité. ¿Le gustaría saber más sobre el Título I y hacer implicado en la educación de su estudiante?

I.B. PERRINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

452 Caswell Avenue West

Twin Falls, Idaho 83301

Mr. William Brulotte, Principal Ms. Shari Cowger, Vice Principal

Phone (208)733-4288 Fax (208)733-7881

PARENT INVOLVEMENT

PARTNERING FOR SUCCESS THROUGH TITLE IA

Dear Parent or Guardian,

The Twin Falls School District urges all parents to partner with their child’s teacher and school to ensure that each child has every opportunity for a positive school experience and high achievement. Our district Parent Involvement Policy for Title IA schools outlines the actions and activities we offer to enhance this partnership. Parents may access the full policy through the link on the Twin Falls School District web page: see Policy # 677.10 and 677.10P or via the District Policy Manual located in each school.

As stated in the policy, our school:

1. Has a Title I Committee that includes parent representatives. Parents may contact the principal for further information or to volunteer to serve on the committee.

2. Encourages the participation of parents from minority groups on the Title I Committee and in the PTO/PTA.

3. Will hold conferences with parents regarding their student’s academic progress, including progress on the Idaho State Achievement Test and other federal and state assessments.

4. Keeps a Parent/Student/School Compact on file which defines the expectations of parents, teachers, and students to ensure a productive, positive school year.

5. Makes the parent involvement policy available to all parents.

6. Hosts an annual fall open house.

7. Provides a parent survey so that parents can share ideas and provide input on areas of strength and need.

8. Informs parents about the district and school websites and Power School.

9. Hosts one Academic Involvement Event for parents each semester.

10. Works to communicate in the home language of the students.

Twin Falls School District – I. B. Perrine Elementary School

Parent/Student/School Compact

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We want your child to be successful. In order for that to happen, we know that we must work together and support one another in that effort. Please read and sign this agreement, signifying your support.

Student Responsibility

v Responsibilities

ü I will strive for 100% attendance, including no tardies or early pick-ups.

ü I will treat all school staff with respect.

ü I will treat my fellow students with respect.

ü I will follow all school rules and procedures responsibly.

ü I will give my best effort at schoolwork, even when it seems difficult.

ü I will pay attention in my classes, and participate in class activities.

ü I will ask for help when I need it.

ü I will complete all homework assignments.

Parent Responsibility

v Communication

ü Attend scheduled conferences and meetings with staff.

ü Let the school know about any characteristics, problems, or medical concerns pertinent to your child.

ü Read notes and respond in a timely manner.

ü When you have a concern or problem; contact the persons involved and discuss the matter.

v Support Learning

ü Check for homework and progress reports on a regular basis.

ü Provide a time and place to do homework, and check to see that it is being done.

ü Guide and encourage your child to do well.

ü Strive for my child to have 100% attendance, including no tardies or early pick-ups.

v Provide Mutual Support

ü Volunteer and visit the school as often as possible, as well as attending parent-teacher conferences.

ü Attend organized events.

ü Speak positively about the school and staff.

ü Parents will be invited to attend curriculum training.

School Responsibility

v Communication

ü Rules and expectations will be sent home at the first of the year, both school-wide and classroom.

ü Academic progress reported regularly—formal reports at midterm and the end of the quarter.

ü Phone calls and emails returned in a timely manner. (The same day if possible.)

ü Correspondence sent home in parents’ home language if necessary and when possible.

v Support Learning

ü Teachers will teach the district curriculum as has been developed, and will provide a progressive and quality education with technology integration.

ü Provide a safe, respectful, and responsive school environment.

ü Teachers will use effective instructional strategies.

ü When needed and when possible, students will have additional instructional time in the form of summer school and Title One teachers.

v Provide Mutual Support

ü Survey parents for volunteering interests.

ü Make phone calls when there is a problem or concern.

ü Provide programs, activities, and events that encourage learning and are of interest to students and families.

ü Parents will be provided training on the classroom subjects when requested.

Policy Statement

Twin Falls School District # 411

The Twin Falls School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex national origin, age, or handicap.

All interested persons, including those with impaired vision or hearing may obtain information concerning the existence and location of Twin Falls School District services. Such Services include Section 504, Special Education, and facilities that are accessible to and usable by persons with disabilities. For more information, contact Clara Allred, Director of Support Services, 733-4861, or Patti O’Dell, ADA Coordinator, 733-8456 ask for TDD/TTY phone number and state approximate time message will be sent or call 733-6900 and ask for the ADA Coordinator.

I.B. Perrine Elementary

Bell Schedule

2009-10

7:30 Breakfast Bell

7:45 Teacher outside Duty #1

7:55 Teacher Outside Duty #2

8:05 First Bell

8:10 Tardy Bell

Begin A.M. Recess

9:40-9:55 K/3rd grade

9:55-10:10 1^st/4^th grade

10:10-10:25 2^nd/5^th grade

11:12 End A.M. Kindergarten

11:53 Begin P.M. Kindergarten

Lunch

10:55-11:40 2^nd grade

11:05-12:00 Kindergarten

11:15-12:00 1^st grade

11:25-12:10 3^rd grade

11:35-12:20 4^th grade

11:50-12:35 5^th grade

Begin P.M. Recess

12:55-1:10 1^st grade

1:10- 1:25 4^thgrade

1:25- 1:40 K/3^rd grade

1:40- 1:55 2^nd/5^th grade

3:05 Dismissal Bell

Name	EXT	Room	Grade
Dickinson, Holly	3264	K2	Kindergarten
Roy, Kris	3282	K1	Kindergarten
Stanger, Debbie	3262	2	Kindergarten
Hart, Denise	3272	25	Kindergarten AM
Turpin, Cathy	3286	25	1^st Grade
Black, Susan	3269	9	1st Grade
Beutler, Angel	3281	11	1st Grade
Dickard, Lisa	3265	10	1st Grade
Pereira, Rachel	3276	12	1st Grade
Stevens, Jennifer	3279	1	1st Grade
Adams, Cathy	3275	5	2nd Grade
Bess, Leah	3285	6	2nd Grade
Johns, Annette	3283	4	2nd Grade
Nielsen, Pam	3296	7	2nd Grade
Smith, Karen	3287	8	2nd Grade
Bengoechea, Sarah	3267	22	3rd Grade
Fischer, Loraine	3271	21	3rd Grade
Jones, Amy	3280	23	3rd Grade
Reinke, Cathy	3260	26	3rd Grade
Sailors, Janneece	3297	24	3rd Grade
Rios, Mary	3922	31	4th Grade
Johnson, Dana	3251	27	4th Grade
Belliston, Melissa	3261	29	4th Grade
Vining, Krista	3277	29	4th Grade
VanOstran, Kaylyn	3921	30	5th Grade
Cieslik, Daniel	3274	15	5th Grade
Mueller, Gaelene	3268	13	5th Grade
Williams, Hillary	3288	14	5th Grade
Dahlquist, Kim	3273	16	5th Grade

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Policy Statement