CHICHESTER CENTRAL SCHOOL

CHICHESTER CENTRAL SCHOOL

This handbook has been prepared to answer to questions concerning the school life of your child. Please keep it in a convenient location so it may be your first source of reference.

The suggestions and policies in this booklet are written to aid parents and teachers in helping the pupil adjust to school. At all times we must keep in mind that our efforts should give each student the greatest possible aid in making the necessary adjustments to school life.

Education has obligations: To seek truth, keep alive memories, foster aspiration, cherish beauty and assert the liberty in which these may flourish.

PHILOSOPHY OF THE CHICHESTER SCHOOL DISTRICT

The individual is the most important part of the educational process. The school is a means of helping the individual to become a contributing member of society. In reaching this goal, the school will strive to make each student a mature individual who has developed a respect for him/herself, and for other persons and property.

The Chichester Central School has the responsibility of developing in each child the way to learn how to learn. In attempting to reach that goal, each child shall be afforded opportunities to develop his/her potential to the maximum.

We believe that:

Education should improve human relationships by:

Developing an appreciation of the ethical values, which are basic to all life in a democratic society.

Developing respect for other persons and groups of persons and the ability to live and work cooperatively with others.

Education should further reach self-realization by:

Stimulating intellectual curiosity, engaging satisfaction in intellectual achievement, and cultivating the ability to think logically.

Helping the individual to learn to appreciate and enjoy the beauty of language, literature, art, music and nature.

Helping the individual to develop realistic goals.

Encouraging all students to take responsibility for their own learning in the form of establishing personal goals, positive interactions, and a commitment to learning.

Recognizing the importance of parental partnerships and the significant role that parents have in helping their child succeed.

Helping the individual to develop and maintain good health habits and physical fitness.

Chichester Central School extends a warm welcome to you and your child/children. We are proud of the school, and we look forward to a pleasant association with you and your family.

While this handbook provides you with general information about the school, please feel free to call anytime you have a question regarding general policies or specific issues. We invite you to visit often.

CHICHESTER CENTRAL SCHOOL

2006-2007 STAFF ROSTER

SUPERINTENDENT	SCHOOL BOARD
Thomas Haley	Ben Brown, Chair
	Nancy Fraher
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT	John Poirier
Peter Warburton
	READING
PRINCIPAL	Theresa Audet
Pamela Stiles ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL Denise Keeler	Kate Tiernan-Mara TECHNOLOGY COORDINATOR MaryAnn Veseskis
	O.T.
TEACHERS	Jane Dyment
Tara Beauchemin
Ruth Bidwell	SPEECH/LANGUAGE
Amy Binder	Sarah Downer
Tony Cipriano
Lisa Clark	PARAPROFESSIONALS
Irene Derosier	Tina Berube
Kate Dockham	Shirley Brackett
Kristen Dougherty	Judy Clark
Corinne Ellsworth	Christina Coalts
Christine Ferguson	Nancy Dugmore
James Fifty	Katherine Kitz
Jean Fifty	Meredith Labraney
Karry Gay	Elaine Lienhart
Denise Keeler	Diane Perry-Mann
Wendy Kneeland	Michelle Plunkett
Paula Jacobson Anne Lakeman Cheryl Molleur Beatrice Pszonowsky Jo Sanborn Paula Stroberg	Emily Shea Crystal Young LIBRARIAN/MEDIA SPECIALIST Lorraine Forest
Brenda Wiswell	CAFETERIA Maxine Nolin, Director
GUIDANCE	Holly MacCleery
	Ravonne Eccelston
SPECIAL EDUCATION COORDINATOR Jane Heely	CUSTODIAN Lou St. Pierre Cy Tapley
SCHOOL SECRETARY Tami Russell NURSE Carolyn Rasanen	David Griggs TITLE I Laurie Jaquith

TEACHER - PARENT - SCHOOL RELATIONSHIP

	Get acquainted with your child’s teacher.
	Feel free to communicate with the teacher at school concerning your child’s progress and welfare. Make an appointment for a conference simply by calling the school.
	Show interest in your child’s daily work. Unless you are interested, your child will not be.
	Work closely with the teacher. Misunderstanding can be avoided when all the facts are known.
	Problems at home cause problems at school. The Teacher has a better opportunity to help your child overcome difficulties if he/she is aware of home problems that are stressful for the youngster.
	Please check with the school if your youngster reports any school incident that you find disturbing. Since reading is a very important function in our curriculum, every effort should be made to provide the pupil with a "positive reading atmosphere" at home.
	VISITORS TO SCHOOL PROTOCOL Upon arriving at the school, all visitors must stop at the front office to register. A school representative will always attempt to spend a few minutes with visitors both prior to and following their visit in a sincere effort to make as meaningful as possible and to afford the highest potential for school improvement. All visitors must sign-in at the office and wear a visitor identification badge for the duration of their stay. The Chichester Central school staff, administration and School Board view parental involvement as a key ingredient to student success at school. As such, our doors are always open, and parents are encouraged to visit the school frequently to observe classes in session and to attend the many activities, meetings and conferences held during the after school hours. Parents who would like to observe a class are requested to arrange an appointment with the involved teacher(s) in advance of their visit. This procedure will help prevent disappointments, for although visits most often promote a very positive atmosphere for classroom activities, there do exist some activities for which visitors may introduce an unintentional distraction. SCHOOL VOLUNTEER PROGRAM The volunteer program at Chichester Central School invites all parents and community members with an interest in students to share of themselves in whatever capacity they feel comfortable. There are many ways volunteers can help, such as: library assistance, reading or tutoring students as a group or individually, assisting on research, copying and typing, sharing special hobbies or travel experience, assisting cafeteria staff, coordinating book orders, helping with special projects and serving on committees. No specific educational background is necessary, and volunteering can be done before, during or after school hours. A good school volunteer has a genuine interest in children, is reliable and upholds confidentiality concerning the students. The school has an active and dedicated volunteer base and new faces are always welcome. If you are interested or have questions, contact the school for the names and numbers of the Volunteer Coordinators. Chichester Central is a repeat winner of the Blue Ribbon Award for excellent volunteer programs presented by the New Hampshire School Volunteer Program (Partners in Education).

PARENT CONCERNS

If, during the course of the school year, parents or other citizens have questions or difficulties resolving situations, they are requested to follow the procedure listed below. This method of handling concerns will promote good communication and will resolve conflicts.

If the situation involves a classroom incident, see the teacher. Make an appointment and first discuss the concern with your child’s teacher. Teachers will return your call promptly. Try to be open-minded, to get the "whole" story, and to not blame others or make excuses.

See the principal. If the situation has not been resolved by the discussion with the teacher, make an appointment with the principal. If you have a general question concerning the administration or management of the school, it should first be brought to the attention of the principal.

See the superintendent. If need is still felt for further discussion (and the problem has not been resolved), an appointment can be scheduled with the superintendent of schools. All decisions can be appealed to the superintendent.

See the school board. After conferring with the superintendent, an appeal may be made to the school board, (following proper procedures through the superintendent).

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY (TITLE IX)

The Chichester School District does not discriminate in its educational program, activities, or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or handicap under the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Education for all Handicapped Children of 1975. Any person having inquires concerning compliance with the regulations implementing these laws may contact the district's Compliance Coordinator, the Assistant Superintendent of Schools, Administrative Unit #53, 267 Pembroke Street, Pembroke, New Hampshire 03275, Phone (603) 485-5187.

Any person may also contact the New Hampshire Human Rights Commission, Concord, New Hampshire 03301 or the Assistant Secretary for Civil rights, U.S. Department of Education or the Director, US. Department of Education, Office for Civil rights, Region I, Boston, Massachusetts.

SCHOOL POLICY: REPORTING SUSPECTED CHILD ABUSE

It is the policy of SAU #53 and the Chichester School District to comply with the requirements of RSA 169-C in reporting suspected child abuse and neglect. Further, it is our policy to cooperate with the New Hampshire Division for Children, Youth and Families, child protection social workers and law enforcement agencies in the course of investigations into alleged child abuse or neglect as outlined in RSA 169-C.

NOTIFICATION OF RECEIPT OF HANDICAPPED FUNDS UNDER PL 94:142

Chichester Central School has been allocated funds under PL 94:142 Special Services for Handicapped Chichester Central School is handicapped accessible. Handicapped students are afforded equal access to all activities. This notification is required under Public Law 94:142.

Thomas Haley

Superintendent of Schools

PARENT RIGHT TO KNOW UNDER NO CHILD LEFT BEHIND

SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT #53

As a parent of a student in the Chichester Central School, you have the right to know the professional qualifications of the teachers who instruct your child. You have the right to ask for the following information about each of your child’s classroom teachers:

Whether the teacher has met state qualifications and licensing criteria for the grade levels and subject areas in which the teacher provides instruction;
Whether the teacher is teaching under emergency or other provisional status through which state qualification or licensing criteria have been waived:
The baccalaureate degree major of the teacher and any other graduate certification or degree held by the teacher, and the field of discipline of the certification or degree;
Whether the child is provided services by paraprofessionals and, if so, their qualifications.

If you should wish to receive any of this information please contact the school principal.

In addition to the above information that parents may request, a District that receives Title 1 funds is also required in certain circumstances to provide additional information to each individual parent, including:

Timely notice that the parent’s child has been assigned, or has been taught for four or more consecutive weeks by, a teacher who is not highly qualified;
Information on the level of achievement of the parent’s child in each of the state academic assessments required under the NCLBA;
Information regarding a school’s failure to make adequate yearly progress and parent rights and options pertaining to that failure;
Information regarding the school’s identification as a "school in need of improvement" and parent rights and options pertaining to that designation;
Notification within 30 days of placement of child in a Limited English Proficiency Program;
Notification of right to inspect, prior to distribution of child, third-party surveys asking for certain sensitive information.

The notice and information provided to parents as described above will be in an understandable and uniform format and, to the extent practicable, provided in a language that the parents can understand.

ARRIVAL ON SCHOOL GROUNDS

Walking students or those dropped off by parents should not arrive at school before 8:00. Please make every effort to adhere to this time frame, as no school supervision is provided before this time. The instructional day begins at 8:25.

STUDENT DROP-OFF, PICK-UP

We at Chichester Central School are always concerned with the safety of all our students.

We wish to prevent any accident from taking place. We ask for your cooperation in implementing the following procedures.

Parents dropping off students in the morning will immediately turn right upon entering the school driveway and stop at the kindergarten entrance. A staff member will safely escort children from their car into the building.

Children who are being picked up at the end of the day will be escorted to their car by a staff member. Parents are asked to form a line of cars, beginning at the kindergarten entrance; this will assure that children are not running out into the parking lot at a very busy time of the day.

The parking area located at the front of the building will be one way traffic only. Only service vehicles will be allowed on the access road located around the school.

STUDENT ABSENTEEISM AND ATTENDANCE POLICY

The Chichester School District shall maintain a program of accountability and supervision of students arriving and leaving school each day. This is a cooperative program in which parents and the school share the responsibility for notification of student absence.

A. The basic daily procedures which have been adopted include:

Parents call in if their child is to be out of school.
All classes have attendance slips for morning and afternoon. Teachers fill these out and place them in a door pocket. A student helper picks them up and delivers them to the office.
Parents of those students not "called in," or for whom reasons for absence cannot be verified (through siblings, etc.) are called at I0:00 a.m. to check.
All tardies and dismissals are recorded in a log on the office counter.
Attendance is recorded in the register by the school secretary.
A student may not attend an evening activity on a day when they have been absent.

B. Other miscellaneous procedures include:

Students who are absent from school for three or more days may be asked to present a doctor’s note to the school nurse upon returning.
Excessive tardiness or absence results in a letter of concern from the administration (usually followed by a parent conference), which stresses the importance of promptness and regular attendance as they relate to a child’s success.
Notes excusing absences are required in instances where reasons cannot be verified by usual procedures.
Students with "perfect attendance" are recognized at the end of each school year (no tardies, no absences, no dismissals).
Students to be dismissed, or to go home in a different way than usual, must bring a parental permission note to school in the morning. This note should list the specific person who will pick up the child. This person will check out with the office before leaving. Anyone unknown to the office may be asked to show identification.
Parents must wait in the foyer when picking up a student.

DIRECTORY INFORMATION

The Chichester School District may at its discretion, release to the media, to area civic organizations and commercial enterprises whose principal place of business is in Chichester, New Hampshire, and to recruiters for the armed services (in compliance with federal statute) the following about its students:

Name
Address
Name of Parent(s) or guardian(s)
Date and place of birth
Participation in officially recognized activities and sports
Weight, height and performance record for members of athletic teams
Date of attendance

Honors and awards.

HEALTH PERSONNEL AND POLICIES

Chichester Central School has the services of a full-time nurse. The principal (or his designee) covers her absence.

We are recommending that children do not come to school if they appear to be ill. It is advisable to keep the child home if he/she has a sore throat, severe cold, rash, or fever. The close proximity of seating in classrooms accelerates the spread of communicable diseases.

Should your child be ill and remain home, you are asked to notify the school office.

The school nurse is responsible for attending only to illness and injury that occurs during school hours. She has the authority to exclude from school any child who appears to have an infectious condition. If illness occurs during the day, a child will be dismissed only if a parent or other designated adults picks up him/her at school.

If a child is absent because of illness but is able to do some homework, please do not hesitate to call the school office. We will be very happy to provide work in order to help your child "keep up". Please do not expect the teacher to talk with you or prepare work during the school day, for that time belongs to the class.

PHYSICALS

As stated in our Athletic Policy, all students wishing to participate in any sports activities (including practices) must have a current physical (within two years of the first day of practice). A signed statement from a physician that the student’s health allows him/her to participate in sports without risk to health must be on file in the nurse’s office.

POLICY OF ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION DURING SCHOOL

It is the policy of the Chichester School District that all medications (prescription or over-the-counter) to be taken during school hours be administered by the school nurse or other authorized school personnel with the exception of asthma inhalers and epi-pins. Any medication brought to school must be entrusted to the nurse or other authorized school personnel, not held by the student unless at the written direction of the student's physician.

A medication form must be signed by a physician and the parent for all prescription medications to be administered in school. Over-the-counter medications require parental permission using the form in this policy or a hand written note stating the name of the student, name of the medication, dosage, time and route to be administered. Medication must have the manufacturer's label. At no time will medicine be given to a student that arrives in any other fashion than the manufacturer' s packaging.

Administrative Rule ED311.02 specifies that:

"A parent guardian or a parent/guardian designated responsible adult shall deliver all prescription medicine to be administered by the school personnel to the school nurse or other responsible person designated by the school nurse."

If another designated adult is to deliver medication to school, the nurse must be notified in advance by the parent or guardian of the delivery and the quantity of prescription medicine delivered to the school is specified."

CHILDREN WILL NOT BE

ALLOWED TO TRANSPORT MEDICATION TO AND FROM SCHOOL UNLESS OTHERWISE AUTHORIZED BY THE SCHOOL.

Recognizing the unique circumstances posed by some student’s need to utilize medicinal inhalers in the treatment of chronic asthma or other respiratory illnesses and epinephrine used for several allergic reactions, the Chichester School District sets the following special guidelines regarding self medication:

All students with inhalers and/or epi-pins need an "Administration of Medication" form (addendum A or B) signed by the parent and physician on file in the school nurse’s office. Students may elect to self-administer inhalants and/or epi-pins as directed by their physician.

2. At the parents request students may leave their inhalers and/or epi-pins at the nurse’s office to be administered by the nurse or designee.

EMERGENCY CARDS

A property completed and up-dated emergency card for each student should be on file in the school office. In order to be prepared to respond to student-related emergencies, the school must be notified immediately of any new address, phone number, or other changes, which must be made on the emergency card.

BICYCLES

Bicycles may be ridden to school. Bicycle racks are provided for the purpose of parking bicycles. Please use them. Do not lay bicycles on the ground. Bicycles are to be kept locked while not in use. Students are reminded that bicycles not belonging to them should not be tampered with. Bicycles are brought to school at the student’s risk. We encourage the use of bike helmets. The school will not assume responsibility for bicycle damage. A parental permission slip must be brought to the office each year for bicycles.

CONDUCT ON SCHOOL BUSES

1. Expectations

a. Food is not to be consumed on the buses.

Radios, toys, and other prohibited items are not to be brought onto the buses.
State transportation laws must be obeyed - e.g.,, staying seated while

moving, hands inside the bus, keeping noise level down, etc

d. All school rules are in effect once the student steps onto the bus.

e. Conduct at bus stops is a parental responsibility.

2. Disciplinary Consequences

a. Students receive a white "bus warning" filled out by the driver.

b. Students receiving bus warnings from the driver will come before the administration to discuss the conduct. An action will be taken depending on the severity of the offense. An immediate 3-5 day loss of bus riding privilege may occur.

3. Transportation Policy

New Hampshire statutes (RSA 1 89:6) call for school districts to transport all students living more than two miles from school, and state that schools may ask students to walk up to 1 1/2 miles to their bus stop. Currently Chichester provides bus service for all students living more than one mile from

school and may ask students to walk up to one mile. This transportation is and has been, provided on a space available basis.

4. Pupils shall observe the following:

a.

Never stand in the road while waiting for the bus.

b.

Don't litter the bus or throw litter from the bus.

c.

Don't mark or otherwise deface the bus.

d.

Avoid unnecessary converse with the driver.

e.

Don’t start for school when sick.

f.

Absolutely no smoking and lighting of matches.

g.

At all times keep hands and head inside the bus windows

h.

Get on and off the bus only when it is not in motion.

i.

Don't leave the bus without driver's consent, except at home or at school.

j.

Respect all pedestrians.

k.

Report to the driver any damages to the bus.

l.

Walk on the left side of the road, facing traffic.

m.

Pupils are allowed to converse at acceptable noise level. Unnecessary loud or boisterous noise is not allowed.

n.

Profane language or derogatory remarks will not be allowed.

o.

Singing or whistling will be allowed on the bus only with the permission of the bus driver.

BUS EVACUATION DRILLS

Regular bus evacuation drills are conducted by the bus drivers, as required by the New Hampshire Department of Safety, Pupil Transportation.

BREAKFAST/LUNCH/MILK PROGRAM

PRICES:
	Breakfast - $ 1.00 (reduced = .30)
	Lunch - $1.50/day if paying by the month; $1.75/day if paying by the week (reduced = .40)
	Milk - $ .40 (recess, cold lunch, are extra) Cold lunch people may buy milk daily.
	Adults Lunch - $2.50
MORNING RECESS MILK:
Students wishing to purchase white milk for morning recess may do so on a weekly basis. Envelopes will be provided to safeguard money from home to school. Please mark the appropriate boxes on the envelope (lunch ticket).

In order for the school lunch program to run effectively and efficiently, we ask parents for their cooperation in the following collection procedures.

HOT LUNCH AND BREAKFAST:
	1.	Hot Lunch and Breakfast will be sold on a weekly basis.
	2.	Lunch envelopes will be sent home on Friday . The envelope acts as a lunch ticket. Tickets must show the students name and room (teacher).
	3.	At the beginning of each month, the lunch menu will appear in the Concord Monitor. It will also appear on Wednesdays in the Suncook Sun. In addition, the menu is sent home with the students. This menu should be referred to by students and parents when making lunch selections on the the following week. Meal substitutions may need to be made on rare occasions without prior notice.
	4.	Place the appropriate amount of money or a check payable to the school in the envelope and return it to school on Monday. One check may be written for all family members, but each student will have their own ticket.
	5.	Credits will be allowed for snow days and will be given to anyone who has called in sick for the day. Credits will not be allowed if child leaves early or chooses not to eat lunch.
EMERGENCY HOT LUNCH PROCEDURES:
Occasionally, students appear at the cafeteria without lunch tickets, money, or a cold lunch. The District’s policy ensures that these students do not go without something to eat. The following procedures will be in place:
	1.	A student who forgets to take his/her lunch to school and who has no money will be provided with a peanut butter sandwich.
	2.	The school does not permit the "charging" of lunches.

NOTE: Parents are always welcome to come join their children for lunch. Just call ahead so the kitchen has an accurate count. Thank you.

We encourage healthy snacks (avoid bringing candy, soda, etc.) and discourage any sharing of snacks. A morning snack time is available for all grades; snack milk may be ordered on the lunch ticket. An afternoon snack and drink time is also set aside for students in grades 1-4. Soda is not permitted at lunch.

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

Textbooks and essential instructional materials are loaned to students without charge.

Students are held responsible for the loss of textbooks or for damages beyond normal wear.

Students are held liable for loss of classroom or school library materials and will be charged for them and for damage beyond normal wear.

Materials will be selected for use in the classroom and/or the Media Center on the basis of the contribution they make to the learning process.

The removal of any item from the classroom or the Media Center; contact the Principal or media specialist, and refer to the Board policy.

PROGRAMS OF ENRICHMENT
Chichester Central School offers the following enrichment to its students:

Spanish: Students in grades 1-8 will receive Spanish instruction during the school day.

Music: Our students enjoy music class during the school year. As part of the musical experience, students in grades 1-8 take part in spring and fall concerts, drama, singing, and movement.

Art: Art is provided once a week to students in grades 1-8; students in grades 7 and 8 select topics of study in art and music each quarter. The curriculum consists of hands-on activities, art history, culture, self-evaluation and critique. Students experience 2-D activities as well as 3-D.

Physical Education: The body's of our young students must be as strong as their minds. Team games, exercises of endurance, life long skills (i.e. bowling, golf) and gymnastics are but a few of the happenings enjoyed by our

student body.

Challenge Math: This course is designed for the above average math student in grades 7 and 8 (those receiving an A or B in math), who is motivated to do the extra, more in-depth work. Students may self-select for the course, with a commitment for continuation by the end of the first mid-term.

6. Students will have the opportunity to take part in higher order thinking activities as it relates to the curriculum.

Additional Activities Include:

Newspaper Chorus WEE Deliver

Yearbook Band Drama

Cheerleading Student Council Lego Logos

Sports (basketball, softball, baseball, soccer, cross country) After school mini-courses

Technology: All classrooms have computers, which are used by students to reinforce skills, learn key-boarding and create presentations. Internet is available in the library and in all classrooms.

CURRICULUM GUIDES

Chichester Central School curriculum guides are available for review in the school and town libraries, and copies may be requested at the cost of .10 cents per page.

HOMEWORK POLICY

The term "homework" refers to an assignment to be prepared during a period of supervised study in class or outside of class, or which requires individual work in the study hall or at home.

The purposes of homework are to improve the teaming process, to aid in the mastery of skills, and to create and stimulate interest on the part of the pupil. Homework can serve as a vital link between the school and family.

Some form of homework is encouraged at all grade levels, and a mixture of mandatory and voluntary homework is most beneficial. The assignment might be as simple as to study for a weekly spelling test, complete work not done during the day, or read a book for a future report. "Homework" might also refer to family activities of an on nature (such as read a story, help with cooking, play a game, practice flash cards, listen to the news, read a newspaper, visits a library or museum, and so on).

Guidelines on the frequency and duration of assignments are:

1. Grades 1 to 3 - One to three nights a week, 15 - 30 minutes a day

2. Grades 4 to 6 - Two to four nights a week, 30 - 60 minutes a day

3. Grades 7 and 8 - Average of 5 nights a week, 60 to 120 minutes a day.

Daily assignments may be worked on during school study periods, as well at home.

The Homework Club is available to any student who requires additional assistance in organizing or completing homework. This teacher-run after school activity, from 2:45-4:00 focuses on the need of the individual student. The Homework Club provides a quiet place for children to study and to receive assistance in areas of difficulty.

Parents can download daily homework assignments from www.homeworknow.com . Teachers list assignments, projects and weekly reminders.

Parents can assist the success of homework by creating a home environment that facilitates student self-study. The child should be provided with a well lighted, quiet place to study. A consistent, scheduled time for your child to do his/her homework is very important. When teachers request that tests, quizzes, comment cards, assignment books, and homework assignments be signed, it is important for your child’s progress that you respond in a timely manner. Parents should contact the teacher if children are having problems with homework. A positive, supportive attitude toward homework is part of the partnership between home and school that makes education successful.

REPORT CARDS AND PROGRESS REPORTS

Report cards are issued quarterly to all students in Grades 1 through 8.

Report cards are issued twice during the school year for kindergarten students.

Midterm Progress Reports are issued midway through the marking period to all students in Grades

4 through 8. These reports are an important device for maintaining communication between the home and school, and indicate student performance trends.

Grades 1 through 3: Students are graded in both effort and achievement, from outstanding or excellent through unacceptable or unsatisfactory.

Grades in art, music, health (grade 7), Spanish (grades 5-8) and physical education count toward the honor roll. Teachers in those areas assess students in behavior, effort, class work and, where appropriate, homework; these areas are given equal weight and determine a student’s quarterly grade.

A grade of "C" or lower in any subject, including specials named above,

will disqualify a student from the honor roll.

Grades 4 through 8: Students are graded in both effort (E = Excellent, S = Satisfactory, N = Needs Improvement) and Performance (A through F), specifically;

A+ = 98-100 C = 79-82

A = 95-97 C- = 76-78

A- = 93-94 D+ = 74-75

B+ = 91-92 D = 72-73

B = 88-90 D- = 70-71

B- = 85-87 F = 69 and below

C+ = 83-84

Students in Grade 4 through 8 are eligible for inclusion on the school's Honor Roll lists. These lists are published quarterly in the local newspapers and are posted at school. Students are recognized at an Academic Awards ceremony in the spring sponsored by the PTO.

High Honors - All A's on the Report Card, except A or B in Art, Music, Health, Spanish or PE.

Honors - All A's and B’s on the Report Card

Acceptable performance in all subjects is expected of all students, and is a prerequisite for membership on athletic teams.

MARKING PERIODS

Mid-Term

End of 1st Marking Period

September 29

November 3

46 Days

(92 half days)

Mid-Term

End of 2nd Marking Period

December 8

January 19

45 Days

(90 half days)

Mid-Term

End of 3rd Marking Period

February 23

March 30

44 Days

(88 half days)

Mid-Term

End of 4th Marking Period

May 11

June 11

45 Days

(90 half days)

NOTE:

Mid-Term - close on Friday, Reports issued on Wednesday

Report Cards - close on Friday, Reports issued on the following Friday.

PARENT/SCHOOL CONFERENCES

Parent/teacher conferences are held in October for grades 4-8, November for grades 1-3, Kindergarten will be scheduled for later in the year. A parent/teacher conference for a pupil may be held upon request by either parent or school.

PUPIL RECORDS

Records of school progress, test data, and health issues are maintained for each student. Parents are at liberty to review these records and may do so by making an appointment with the school principal.

PUPIL SERVICES

The district offers a variety of diagnostic/remedial services for pupils with learning problems, which cannot be re-mediated within the regular classroom. Special personnel address the following areas:

Reading Recovery TM

Psychological Testing

Reading

Occupational Therapy

Resource Room

Special Needs Classes

Learning Disabilities

Speech/Hearing

Counseling

Other Special Services:

Enrichment Program - Grades 1-8

Higher Order Thinking- Grades 1-8

Library/Media Services

CUSTODIAL/GUARDIANSHIP INFORMATION

If there are legal guardianship and/or custodial implications of which the school should be made aware, please be sure a copy of the legal document is made available to the school for the child’s protection.

PARENT/TEACHER ORGANIZATION

The PTO is an organization made up of parents, teachers, and community members whose major goal is to enhance the school experience for all of the children at Chichester Central School.

We offer many enrichment and learning experiences which the Chichester students otherwise might not have access to.

We are able to do this because of the many volunteers who give their valuable time so that we are able to accomplish our many goals.

The PTO meets monthly to determine upcoming events. However, people do not have to attend meetings to be a member or volunteer their time. We invite any parent or teacher to attend our meetings, and we welcome any comments or suggestions.

Some of the activities sponsored by PTO include: Room Parents, Campbell’s Labels for Education, Easter Egg Hunt, Academic Awards, Sports Awards, Graduation, Enrichment, Career/Artisan Day, Fall Fund Raiser, Lecture Series, Book Fairs, PTO Calendar, and much more.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Physical Education is a regular part of the school curriculum. Appropriate clothing for Physical Education classes would include sneakers (for safety and efficiency), tee shirts or cotton shirts, shorts or slacks, and a jacket, as classes are held outside until Thanksgiving.

A note from a doctor or parent/guardian stating the medical problem and duration of non-participation is required for a student to be excused from gym.

If a student comes to school with any medical equipment (crutches, braces, ace bandages, casts, etc.) they will not be allowed to participate in gym until permission is given in writing by the parent/guardian, or doctor if they are receiving medical care.

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ATHLETIC POLICY

The Chichester School District has adopted a policy setting forth basic philosophy, regulations, goals, and objectives governing the involvement of students in the athletic program . Athletics is an important part of the physical education program, and of the total academic program. These programs demand much time, effort, and involvement on the part of coaches, students, and parents. All parties can turn to this policy - which is on file in the school office, and is distributed to all athletes - for information and guidelines.

Among the goals of the athletic program are teamwork, success, sportsmanship, citizenship, school pride, effort, enjoyment, and healthy habits. Foremost, it should be kept in mind that athletics is an extension of the regular school program. Our student athletes are students first.

For academic eligibility see the policy. We all share in helping our students to accept their responsibilities. Involvement in athletics should be a positive means towards this end
ELIGIBILITY

Students are expected to maintain a good academic average and work to the best of their ability. Students who receive a failing midterm grade will be placed on probation until a passing grade is achieved. The probation will be for a period of two weeks at which time the student will be re-evaluated. If a passing grade has been achieved they may return to their sport. If not, they remain on probation for the remainder of the term. This means that a student cannot attend a practice or participate in the games. If a student

receives a failing grade on his/her report card he/she will become ineligible to participate in any sport until the grade has been brought up to passing,
Other eligibility requirements are:

Students may only participate in one sport at a time.

Students must participate in the current grade level they are in (i.e. 4th grade students must play in the 3rd-5th grade level, not 5th-6th). The only exception shall be when the older level is short of players and the choice of players to be advanced will be made by the Athletic Director (A.D.) based on the birth date of the students involved. If the oldest student declines, the next oldest will be chosen, etc. The decision of the A.D. will be final.

Any child who resides in Chichester, but who attends a private school or is home educated can be eligible to participate in CCS athletic programs, providing that no similar athletic activity is available at the place of their schooling. Students must adhere to the academic and behavior policy at CCS.

No Cut Policy: The school will make every effort to provide full participation for all students desiring to play on an athletic team. In the event of a situation involving either resources or safety, it may be necessary to limit the number of students participating, decisions to limit

participation need administrative approval. Students regularly enrolled will have precedence over

students enrolled in other education programs.

It is important that each player on a team receive some amount of playing time during the game.

(this results in coach’s discretion and must be enforced by the A.D.)

Transportation will be provided by the school for away games for team members only.

AFTER SCHOOL HOURS

Each year we have some students wishing to remain after school to "watch team practices" or attend games. We as a school and our coaches/advisors cannot be responsible for supervising non-team members. If other children remain here, they are doing so under the authority and supervision of their parents. The school cannot be responsible for their safety.

DANCE REGULATIONS

I. Time

A. 7:00-9:30 PM (ending time for all dances, including Graduation)

B. Students must be picked up at 9:30 sharp and arrangements made before the dance.

II. Place

A. Chichester Central School Multi-Purpose Room

III. Students

A. Chichester Central School students only (approved Jr. High guests of 8th graders at graduation - 1 only, plus 7th graders involved in Graduation).

B. 6th through 8th grade (7th and 8th only at Graduation)

C. Students who are home sick on the day of the dance will not be admitted that evening,

IV. Chaperones

A. Adequate chaperones will be in attendance (Two teachers or administrators, approved parent volunteers)

B. At least two chaperones will remain until the last child leaves.

C. All chaperones must be registered with the office one week in advance.

V. Rules for appearance and conduct

A. Students will dress in proper school attire.

B. Only conduct befitting young ladies and gentlemen will be permitted

1. No running in the building

2. No congregating in the bathrooms

3. No leaving the building during the dance.

4. No fooling with or destroying other students' property.

C. No telephone calls are to be made by students without permission.

D. Students will not be permitted in any area of the school except the Multi-Purpose Room, upper grade and the foyer off the Multi-Purpose Room.

E. No rough housing

F. No smoking (as per school policy) or drug/alcohol.

G. Some lights will remain "on".

H. Stage - "Off Limits".

I. Music - volume at a reasonable level.

J. Students will be dropped off and picked up at the Multi-purpose Room foyer entrance (on time).

No high heels on the Multi-Purpose Room floor.

ANY STUDENT NOT ABIDING BY THE RULES WILL NOT PERMITTED TO ATTEND THE NEXT DANCE AND PARENTS MAY BE CALLED TO PICK HIM/HER UP.

FIELD TRIPS

The Chichester School District supports the following types of field trips:

Trips which supplement and enrich the regular curriculum.

Trips which are designed to develop students’ social skills and/or reward positive student achievement.

Field trips vary from a few hours to several days in duration, with the latter involving overnight stays and the potential for out-of-state or foreign travel.

All field trips must receive approval:

Trips no longer than one day are approved through an established written application process, which involves the building principal, transportation coordinator, and central office personnel.

Trips involving overnight stays must be presented by the building principal to the Chichester School Board for approval.

One-day trips should be applied for at least two (2) weeks prior to the planned departure date. For overnight trips, the Board must be consulted and give conceptual approval several months in advance; followed by final approval of a specific itinerary and plan no later than eight (8) weeks prior to the departure date.

The person(s) requesting permission for a field trip must provide a brief statement of the trip’s educational/social/cultural goals as part of the approval process. This statement should be provided by completing the school’s Field Trip Release Form.

All students participating in school sponsored field trips must present a permission slip signed by a parent/guardian prior to each trip. Permission slips will detail the date, approximate departure and arrival times and destination of the trip as minimum information. Overnight trips require special notification to parents/guardians describing specific instructions and giving a more detailed itinerary.

Adequate supervision, based on the students’ age and the planned itinerary, will be provided by qualified school employees, possibly supplemented by parent volunteers. Chaperones will be provided with a written set of general guidelines outlining duties, responsibilities, and suggested procedures.

Field trips are supplementary to the regular school program and are to be regarded as a privilege, not a right for students. In order to be eligible to participate, a student must:

have a disciplinary record which demonstrates an ability and willingness to conduct him/herself in an appropriate manner, as a heightened degree of cooperation is necessary on field trips;

have an acceptable attendance record;

have academic work complete and up-to-date in all areas.

Teachers have the right and responsibility of notifying the principal and trips sponsor of students who do not meet the above criteria.

Students not permitted to participate in a specific field trip will be expected to attend school if it is in regular session and will be given alternative assignments and activities related to the trip or regular school program.

All school rules, regulations, and consequences are in force on all field trips. These may generally be found in the school’s student handbook and will be reinforced by chaperones prior to departure.

A parent transporting pupils in his/her vehicle must place proof of appropriate insurance on file in the school office (minimum $100,000/$300,000).

EXTENDED SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

On out of class activities (e.g., field trips, dances, etc.) parents of students who experience behavioral difficulties may be asked to assist in supervising their child. The need for this specific supervision may be limited, but will be dealt with on an individual case-by-case basis.

CHICHESTER SCHOOL DISTRICT INTERNET ACCESS AND

ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY FOR CHICHESTER CENTRAL SCHOOL

Teachers are encouraged to integrate educationally appropriate resources on the Internet into the curriculum and the daily classroom activities of their students.

Access to the Internet is provided for students to conduct and publish school related research and to communicate with others for school related purposes. This access is granted to all students who act in a thoughtful and responsible manner.

Just as they are in the classroom or school hallway, students are responsible for their behavior, and communications over the Internet. While the new electronic medium may seem different, the same general school rules for behavior and communications apply.
Access is a privilege - not a right. Access entails responsibility.

1. Teachers and other staff may review files and communications to maintain system integrity and ensure that students are using the system responsibly. Students should assume that files stored on school computers and all of their Internet communications are public.

2. All use of the Internet by students will be under the direction, guidance, or supervision of a teacher, aide, or other adult staff member. This does not imply that an adult will be at the student's side. Rather, it means that a teacher will have directed or approved the student to access the Internet for a curriculum-related purpose.

3. The following activities are not permitted:

Damaging computers, systems or networks

Harassing, insulting or attacking others

Using obscene language

Violating copyright laws

Sending, downloading, or displaying offensive messages or pictures

Using other's passwords or trespassing into others' folders, work, or files

Attempting to alter or destroy work of others

Attempting to bypass security systems

Any student who engages in a prohibited activity may face loss of the privilege to access the Internet. In addition, disciplinary action will be initiated within existing policies regarding inappropriate language or behavior.

INCLEMENT WEATHER

(SNOW EMERGENCY DAYS)

On days when the weather is inclement, parents should tune in to the stations listed below for school closing announcements.

The decision whether or not to remain open is made about 6:00 a.m., but may be made as late as 6:30 a.m. on borderline days. If there is an early release, we will notify all parents, as well as the radio and Television Stations.

Television

WMUR-TV

Channel 9

FM Radio Stations

AM Radio Stations

WZID FM

95.7

WGIR AM & FM

610

WOKQ FM

97.5

WFEA AM

1370

WNNH FM

99.1

WMYF AM

1540

WHEB FM

100

WKXL FM

102.3

WJYY FM

105.5

WERZ FM

107.1

WRCI FM

107.7

CHICHESTER CENTRAL SCHOOL

STUDENT BEHAVIOR CODE

The following is a summary of the CCS Student Behavior Code. Parents desiring a copy of the complete code, including the process forms, may contact the main office.

RULES/EXPECTATIONS

We at Chichester Central School welcome you and your children, and ask for your help and support to assure that all our students are successful. Cooperation between the home and the school is essential if students are to experience success in school. We all share the responsibility to develop the proper attitude toward education, to promote an effective and orderly educational climate where teaching and learning may take place, and to develop in our students the skills to be self-disciplined. The expectation of respect operates in all directions. We know you share these concerns, and we are sure that we can work together for all our students.

The establishment of a clear, fair, uniform, consistent, and appropriate behavior code is a necessary in promoting the proper school climate. This policy will support behavior that enhances the school program, and prohibit behavior that interferes with it. The rights of all -- including a student’s right of due process -- will be insured at all times. by working together, each and every student will have the opportunity to experience a happy and productive time at school.

Student Responsibilities:

Follow directions regarding behavior.

Be courteous, kind, and respectful.

Respect the property and rights of others.

Apply themselves to their assignments, and to work at behaving appropriately.

5. Keep their hands to themselves.

DISCIPLINARY INFRACTIONS/CONSEQUENCES

Listed below in the Summary of Discipline Steps are the five levels of consequences to infractions of the student’s rules. The five levels correspond to a different severity or to degrees of repetitiveness of infractions. The most minor school disturbances are dealt with in the consequence of Step 1. With each succeeding step the consequences become more pronounced to deal with either more severe infractions or continued occurrence of the same infraction.

Any incident of alleged sexual harassment will be reviewed by at least 2 staff members to determine if the incident meets the criteria of the Discipline Code or the Sexual Harassment Code, using "reasonable and age appropriate" as a standard.

SUMMARY OF DISCIPLINE STEPS

DISCIPLINE LEVEL:

Step 1.

Teacher issues a verbal warning to the student.

Step 2.

Teacher writes name on board (or other documentation) and indicates which rule has been broken.

Step 3.

Student goes to office area and fills out a Discipline Referral (DR). After it is completed, student speaks with the principal. The DR form is returned to the classroom teacher. After teacher reads the DR and student apologizes, he/she returns to participate in class. All Discipline Referrals go home for parent/guardian to sign.

Step 4.

Serious misbehavior. Student spends one day in In-School Suspension (ISS). A Discipline Referral will be sent home for parent/guardian signature. During the time the student is in ISS a re-entry conference will occur between the sending staff, student, and administrator. This will assist the student in knowing how to avoid having further behavior difficulties. The S.A.U. office requires the school to notify them of any suspensions. An official letter of suspension will be sent to parent/guardian.

Step 5.

This is for very serious rule violations. Students will be suspended from school for 1-10 days, depending on the seriousness of the offense. Students are expected to complete work issued on days they are suspended and will receive credit. Re-entry requires a conference with the student, parent, administrator and involved staff. Parents will be notified and a letter specifying the conditions of the suspensions will be sent to parents. While students are on suspension they may not be present on Chichester Central School grounds and my not participate in any school sponsored activities. Some violations may result in referral to the police and/or to the superintendent of schools for further action. The S.A.U. Office requires the school to notify them of any suspensions. An official letter of suspension will be sent to parent/guardian.

EXAMPLE OF INFRACTIONS

Step 1. >Talking out

>Talking rudely to someone

>Chewing gum

>Wearing hat in school

Step 2. These are when a second infraction of the same or a different Step 1 rule has been committed.

Step 3. These are when a third infraction of the same or a different Step 1 rule has been committed. It

is also the first level for handling more severe infractions such as:

>Rough behavior

>Throwing objects

>Misbehaving during assembly

>Misbehaving on a field trip

>Petty stealing

>Throwing food in the cafeteria

>Being "out of bounds" of assigned area

>Rough play/behavior

>Inappropriate displays of affection

>Offensive language

>Repeated wearing of inappropriate clothing or accessories

Step 4. This is when either a serious misbehavior or when repeating lower level misbehaviors

occur. Examples of misbehaviors, which are handled immediately at Step 4, are:

>Possession of a lighter/matches

>Refusing to follow Step 3 time out or apology procedures properly

>Extreme disrespect

>Fighting

Step 5. Out of School suspensions are for the most serious rule violation or for repeated violation

Of less serious rules without an honest attempt to correct the problem behavior. The

infractions handled immediately at Step 5 are:

>Possession of a weapon

>Possession of or using drugs or alcohol

>Smoking or possession of tobacco

>Major vandalism (to be reimbursed)

>Assault

>Swearing at a staff member

>Stealing

>Serious fighting

>Use of lighters/matches or lighting a fire

>Bomb threats

>Threatening bodily harm

>False fire alarms

>Deliberate false accusations and retaliation

>Other similar offenses

REPEATING INFRACTIONS

Receipt of fourth DR in month results in after school detention. Notification of detention will be sent home to parents and detention will be served the day following the notification.

Receipt of two after school detentions will be served the day following the notification.

Receipt of ISS results in a conference with teachers/parent or guardian/student.

If a student receives two in-school suspensions his/her teachers will meet with the student and parent/guardian discuss the issues

Electronic Devices

In order to facilitate a focused and productive work environment, students are not permitted to have electronic devices including walkmans, discmans, CD players, video games and radios at the school. Any devices, which are being used during the school day without permission, will be confiscated and may be claimed at the end of the day by a parent or guardian.

Dress Guidelines

Chichester Central School relies upon the good judgement of its students and parents regarding the manner of dress, cleanliness and grooming habits for school. Students are reminded that clothing must be appropriate and should not disrupt the educational mission of the school. Some guidelines include:

Messages and references to drugs, alcohol, and/or tobacco on any article of clothing are not permitted.

Pajamas are not permitted.

Clothing must completely cover all undergarments.

Shirts should be long enough to cover the midriff. Necklines on all tops need to modestly cover the chest. Cleavage should not be visible.

Skirts and shorts must be at least finger tip length with arm fully extended or clothing will be deemed too short and inappropriate for school.

Sheer clothing, halter tops, and spaghetti straps are not allowed.

Appropriate cutoffs and shorts are permitted.

Rubber soled beach/shower flip-flops are prohibited.

Proper attire is defined as: clean clothing that is free of inappropriate holes or tears, that appropriately covers the body, and helps to maintain a healthy and safe environment at the school. Parents will be contacted to provide alternative clothing if a child’s clothing does not meet the dress guidelines or the school will provide alternative clothing for the day.

RECESS

Recess is a part of the elementary school program. It is time set aside for children to develop social skills in a semi-structured setting.

Whenever possible, the children go outside for all or a portion of their recess time. Recess offers them a change of pace from cerebral to physical activity. Factors such as outside temperature, wind chill, and the condition of the playground are considered before a decision for outside recess is made. We recommend that children be dressed appropriately for coping with the elements.

As a matter of safety, students should wear shoes that are firmly attached to the foot (lace, buckle, zip or Velcro closed are best) and allow for safe enjoyment of the field area (heels are discouraged) Boots for snow of mud are suggested for winter.

ANY CHILD NOT WELL ENOUGH TO GO OUT TO RECESS SHOULD REMAIN AT HOME.

Playground Rules

I.

General

1.

Students are to remain in full view of the Staff member(s) on duty.

2.

Students are to stay "in bounds" and on school grounds.

3.

Students are to observe a "hands off policy (which includes kicking and other violent behavior).

4.

Students will refrain from any activity, which is excessively "physical".

5.

The bell brings all activity to a stop, and students will line up promptly.

6.

Students will display respect for each other and Staff (including appropriate language).

7.

Any hard or potentially dangerous items are not allowed on the playground. This includes items which are to be brought into school (toys, radios, etc.) No footballs, frisbee’s, skateboards, or roller blades.

II.

Fall/Spring Rules

1.

Hard baseballs are to be used by only Grades 5-6 on the baseball field and only at noon recess.

2.

Baseball field in afternoon - Grade 4 baseball/softball players.

3.

Tennis balls or soft rubber balls are to be used before school.

4.

Baseball bats are permitted, but teachers will limit the number at any one recess.

5.

Balls will not be kicked against the school walls (and up on to the roof).

6.

Soccer areas need to be shared equally.

III.

Winter Rules

1.

No child in Grades 1-4 will be allowed in the deep snow or to slide, unless they have snow pants or a change of pants, and boots or waterproof footwear.

2.

All winter snow boots are to be removed during the day, therefore children need to bring a pair of shoes or slippers to wear during school. They are required to wear something besides socks on their feet because of safety reasons, health reasons and in case of fire drill.

3.

When the weather is suitable the children are expected to go outside during recess time. They need the exercise and fresh air. Please send them to school with outside clothing. Any child too ill to go outside should be kept home in order to prevent illness from spreading

4.

Sliding is allowed only on plastic roll up sleds. These can be carried on the school bus only if they are rolled up and tied. Sliding will be down the hill below the swings.

5.

No throwing of snow.

6.

No pushing off snow banks.

IV.

Sliding Rules

1.

Only plastic roll up sleds allowed.

2.

A short piece of rope, belt or something must be used for storage in homerooms.

3.

Children will sit on sleds.

4.

No pushing allowed.

5.

No running or jumping on sleds.

6.

No standing at bottom of hill, on hill, or walking up the hill on sliding area. (just below swings onto the soccer field).

7.

To return to the top, children will walk up the steps on the right side of the hill, well away from sliding area.

8.

All sliding will stop at the bell ending recess.

9.

Please label your own sleds.

V.

Tire Swing Rules

1.

No more than 3 at a time on the big tire swing, one at a time on the smaller one.

2.

No pushing of the chains by others.

3.

Students are to hang on to a chain (smaller swing).

4.

No pushing of tire or chains by others.

5.

Sitting - not standing or laying on the swings.

6.

No winding the swings up and spinning.

VI.

Apparatus Rules

1.

One child at a time on all apparatus (slides, swings, trolley, courses, etc.)

2.

Students will need to SHARE, TAKE TURNS, and CO-OPERATE.

3.

No climbing up the towers.

4.

All equipment is to be used properly, safely, and carefully.

5.

Report any items needing repair immediately.

6.

Have Fun!

7.

No hanging by the feet on Monkey Bars.

8.

Two students may go down slides at once but side by side. Otherwise, wait for the slide to empty. No walking or head first

9.

Stones and wood-chips are to remain on ground (safety surface).

10.

Watch out for crossbar and chain on the twin towers.

11.

No playing tag in the slide areas of Grades 1-4.

12.

When multiple grade levels are on the playground, the lower area is for 1-4 only.

FIRE DRILLS

Chichester Central School conducts regular fire evacuation drills, as required by Fire and Life Safety Codes and the New Hampshire Department of Education. At the recommendation of the New Hampshire Office of Emergency Management, Chichester Central School also practices alternative safety drills such as securing the classroom and shelter in place.

INSURANCE

The Chichester Central School has arranged, through a local insurance agency, a student accident insurance program for all students and staff members in the school department, at the expense of the individual. The program offers students two options: a "school time" or a "twenty-four hour plan", each at a different premium. Both are relatively "low cost".

The student accident insurance coverage shall be limited to the maximum medical coverage stated in the policy in the aggregate for each accident, with specific limits for hospital and professional services as stated in the policy.

LOST AND FOUND

Each year we have boxes of unclaimed, unlabeled sweaters, boots, sneakers, jackets, coats, mittens, gloves, hats, lunch boxes, etc. As the school year progresses, the number of articles in the lost-and-found increases to the point of creating a storage problem. Please LABEL all student belongings so that they can be returned to your children.

If articles are not claimed within a reasonable period of time, the school will discard the materials as it sees fit. Parents are invited to come in and look through the lost-and-found articles any time.

NEWSLETTERS

Parents of students in grades 1 through 8 will receive regular updates on classroom news in the form of "newsletters". In addition, the office will also publish a bi-monthly calendar/newsletter from September through June. News, curriculum updates, and timely topics from Grades K through 8, as well as events and news from the whole school, will appear in the principal's newsletter.

School news is also printed regularly in the Concord Monitor and Suncook Sun.

PLACEMENT REQUESTS

From time to time, we get requests from parents to place their child in one class or another. While the authority in placing students lies with the administration, parents may present their input to the principal. Parents should put their requests in writing stating the conditions which make learning more successful for their child. All classes will be balanced academically and behaviorally. Do not request a specific teacher.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Time will be provided at the beginning of each school day for the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States.

SCHOOL PRIDE

The school is a reflection of the students’ respect for society. Each student has the responsibility of protecting his/her share of the privileges of public education handed down through our forefathers. Among these privileges is the use of tax supported school buildings. Students are expected to demonstrate respect by not littering grounds or in any way defacing school property.

SCHOOL PROPERTY

Cabinets, desks, lockers, and chairs are school property and use of them is granted to students for securing books, school materials, and personnel property. The school retains ownership of the cabinets and desks and the right to inspect or to reclaim them. General or specific searches of school property may be conducted at any time.

TELEPHONE REGULATIONS

Children will not be allowed to use the phone in school except in emergencies.

Please do not call the school and ask to have a message delivered to your child unless it is an emergency. The delivery of a message interrupts classroom procedure.
Student use of cell phones during the school day is prohibited.

CHICHESTER SCHOOL DISTRICT

GUNS FREE SCHOOLS ACT-POLICY

In compliance with the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA) and its Gun Free Schools Act amendment of 1994, it is the policy of the Chichester School District that any student who, after due process, is determined to have brought a fire arm onto a school vehicle or school grounds or into a school building will be expelled from school attendance for a period of not less than one year (365 days). The superintendent may modify the expulsion requirement on a case-by-case basis.

The requirements of IDEA and Section 504 will continue in force under this policy.

Any student who brings a firearm to school in violation of this policy will be referred to the criminal justice/juvenile delinquency system.

TOBACCO FREE SCHOOL ZONE

Per NH RSA 126-K, "It is unlawful to use any tobacco products on school grounds. Violators will be subject to a fine. Chichester Central School is a smoke-free zone.

REWARDS, "CLEAN SLATE" STATUS

Students who follow school rules and are good citizens are often recognized by a Principal’s Award or a special class party. At the end of the year, students who have been identified as being good examples for other students are recognized during an award ceremony.

All accumulated referral slips and documentation logs are removed from the

students’ files at the close of each school year.

SUMMARY OF DISCIPLINE STEPS FOR SEXUAL HARASSMENT

Each incident requires confidential documentation, which will be maintained in a school Sexual Harassment file, rather than a student file. Discipline steps will be accrued throughout the school year and discarded at the completion of each year, with the exception of a Step 5 infraction, in which case it will be kept on file throughout the individual’s tenure at CCS.

DISCIPLINE LEVEL:

Step 1.

A Teacher/Student conference will be required so as to make sure the student understands what they did wrong, why it was wrong, and the consequences that will happen if such comments continue. An informal note or phone call will be made to parent/guardian.

Step 2.

Same as Step 1 with the addition of a mandatory parent/guardian, student and teacher conference

Step 3.

Student(s) will receive a 1-hour after school detention during which time constructive apology note(s) will be written to victim(s) involved. A mandatory meeting with parent/guardian, student, teacher, principal, and Sexual Harassment Complaint Officer(s) will be held. An individual first offense, which results in an immediate Step 3, because of the seriousness of the incident, will also require notification to the victim’s parent/guardian.

Step 4.

Serious misbehavior. Student spends one day in In-School Suspension (ISS). A Discipline Referral will be sent home for parent/guardian signature. During the time the student is in ISS a re-entry conference will occur between parent/guardian, student, teacher, principal, and Sexual Harassment Complaint Officer(s). S.A.U. Office requires notification of suspension and an official letter of suspension will be sent to parent/guardian.

Step 5.

This is for very serious rule violations. Students will be suspended from school for 1-10 days, possible more, depending upon the seriousness of the offense. Students are expected to complete work issued on days they are suspended and will receive credit. Re-entry requires a conference with the student, parent/guardian, teacher, principal, and Sexual Harassment Compliant Officer (a). The S.A.U. Office requires notification, as well as an official letter of suspension sent to parent/guardian outlining the conditions of the suspension. While students are on suspension they may not be present on Chichester Central School grounds and my not participate in any school sponsored activities. Some violations may also result in referral to the police and/or tot he Superintendent of Schools for further action.

EXAMPLES OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT INFRACTIONS

Step 1.

Verbal comments of a sexual or harassing nature, such as:

Sexual name calling of any kind.

Spreading sexual rumors, including graffiti.

Gestures, jokes, pictures, and leers.

Overly personal conversation to include but not restricted to:

Teasing about body functions

Teasing about one’s stage of physical development or one’s sex in general.

Step 2.

These are when a second infraction of the same type of Step 1 rule has been committed.

Step 3.

These are when a third infraction of the same type of Step 1 rule has occurred. It is also first level for handling more severe infractions such as:

Unwelcome touching in a sexual nature.

Impeding a student’s progress in class or excluding the student from instructional activities by making fun of the student because of gender, sexual activity, or sexual orientation.

Extreme vulgar language delivered in a hurtful way.

Step 4.

This is when a repeat of a Step 3 infraction occurs or when a student continues Step 1-3 infractions.

Step 5.

Out of school suspensions are for extreme rule violations or when a student has gone through Steps 1-4 and continues to repeat violations without an honest attempt to correct the problem behavior. Infractions handled immediately at Step 5 are:

Rape or attempted rape

Deliberate exposure of one’s own private parts or another’s private parts.

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM

(YMCA)

The Chichester School houses the YMCA after school program for grades K-6. Interested parents can contact the school for information, although payment and registration is done through the Concord YMCA (228-9622). The hours for the program are from 2:45 - 5:45 p.m.

Your Notes and Important Information

Calendar

a.	Never stand in the road while waiting for the bus.
b.	Don't litter the bus or throw litter from the bus.
c.	Don't mark or otherwise deface the bus.
d.	Avoid unnecessary converse with the driver.
e.	Don’t start for school when sick.
f.	Absolutely no smoking and lighting of matches.
g.	At all times keep hands and head inside the bus windows
h.	Get on and off the bus only when it is not in motion.
i.	Don't leave the bus without driver's consent, except at home or at school.
j.	Respect all pedestrians.
k.	Report to the driver any damages to the bus.
l.	Walk on the left side of the road, facing traffic.
m.	Pupils are allowed to converse at acceptable noise level. Unnecessary loud or boisterous noise is not allowed.
n.	Profane language or derogatory remarks will not be allowed.
o.	Singing or whistling will be allowed on the bus only with the permission of the bus driver. BUS EVACUATION DRILLS Regular bus evacuation drills are conducted by the bus drivers, as required by the New Hampshire Department of Safety, Pupil Transportation.

Mid-Term End of 1st Marking Period	September 29 November 3	46 Days (92 half days)
Mid-Term End of 2nd Marking Period	December 8 January 19	45 Days (90 half days)
Mid-Term End of 3rd Marking Period	February 23 March 30	44 Days (88 half days)
Mid-Term End of 4th Marking Period	May 11 June 11	45 Days (90 half days)

Reading Recovery TM	Psychological Testing
Reading	Occupational Therapy
Resource Room	Special Needs Classes
Learning Disabilities	Speech/Hearing
Counseling

Other Special Services:
Enrichment Program - Grades 1-8
Higher Order Thinking- Grades 1-8
Library/Media Services

FM Radio Stations		AM Radio Stations
WZID FM	95.7	WGIR AM & FM	610
WOKQ FM	97.5	WFEA AM	1370
WNNH FM	99.1	WMYF AM	1540
WHEB FM	100
WKXL FM	102.3
WJYY FM	105.5
WERZ FM	107.1
WRCI FM	107.7

DISCIPLINE LEVEL:
Step 1.	Teacher issues a verbal warning to the student.
Step 2.	Teacher writes name on board (or other documentation) and indicates which rule has been broken.
Step 3.	Student goes to office area and fills out a Discipline Referral (DR). After it is completed, student speaks with the principal. The DR form is returned to the classroom teacher. After teacher reads the DR and student apologizes, he/she returns to participate in class. All Discipline Referrals go home for parent/guardian to sign.
Step 4.	Serious misbehavior. Student spends one day in In-School Suspension (ISS). A Discipline Referral will be sent home for parent/guardian signature. During the time the student is in ISS a re-entry conference will occur between the sending staff, student, and administrator. This will assist the student in knowing how to avoid having further behavior difficulties. The S.A.U. office requires the school to notify them of any suspensions. An official letter of suspension will be sent to parent/guardian.
Step 5.	This is for very serious rule violations. Students will be suspended from school for 1-10 days, depending on the seriousness of the offense. Students are expected to complete work issued on days they are suspended and will receive credit. Re-entry requires a conference with the student, parent, administrator and involved staff. Parents will be notified and a letter specifying the conditions of the suspensions will be sent to parents. While students are on suspension they may not be present on Chichester Central School grounds and my not participate in any school sponsored activities. Some violations may result in referral to the police and/or to the superintendent of schools for further action. The S.A.U. Office requires the school to notify them of any suspensions. An official letter of suspension will be sent to parent/guardian.

I.		General
1.	Students are to remain in full view of the Staff member(s) on duty.
2.	Students are to stay "in bounds" and on school grounds.
3.	Students are to observe a "hands off policy (which includes kicking and other violent behavior).
4.	Students will refrain from any activity, which is excessively "physical".
5.	The bell brings all activity to a stop, and students will line up promptly.
6.	Students will display respect for each other and Staff (including appropriate language).
7.	Any hard or potentially dangerous items are not allowed on the playground. This includes items which are to be brought into school (toys, radios, etc.) No footballs, frisbee’s, skateboards, or roller blades.
II.		Fall/Spring Rules
1.	Hard baseballs are to be used by only Grades 5-6 on the baseball field and only at noon recess.
2.	Baseball field in afternoon - Grade 4 baseball/softball players.
3.	Tennis balls or soft rubber balls are to be used before school.
4.	Baseball bats are permitted, but teachers will limit the number at any one recess.
5.	Balls will not be kicked against the school walls (and up on to the roof).
6.	Soccer areas need to be shared equally.
III.		Winter Rules
1.	No child in Grades 1-4 will be allowed in the deep snow or to slide, unless they have snow pants or a change of pants, and boots or waterproof footwear.
2.	All winter snow boots are to be removed during the day, therefore children need to bring a pair of shoes or slippers to wear during school. They are required to wear something besides socks on their feet because of safety reasons, health reasons and in case of fire drill.
3.	When the weather is suitable the children are expected to go outside during recess time. They need the exercise and fresh air. Please send them to school with outside clothing. Any child too ill to go outside should be kept home in order to prevent illness from spreading
4.	Sliding is allowed only on plastic roll up sleds. These can be carried on the school bus only if they are rolled up and tied. Sliding will be down the hill below the swings.
5.	No throwing of snow.
6.	No pushing off snow banks.
IV.		Sliding Rules
1.	Only plastic roll up sleds allowed.
2.	A short piece of rope, belt or something must be used for storage in homerooms.
3.	Children will sit on sleds.
4.	No pushing allowed.
5.	No running or jumping on sleds.
6.	No standing at bottom of hill, on hill, or walking up the hill on sliding area. (just below swings onto the soccer field).
7.	To return to the top, children will walk up the steps on the right side of the hill, well away from sliding area.
8.	All sliding will stop at the bell ending recess.
9.	Please label your own sleds.
V.		Tire Swing Rules
1.	No more than 3 at a time on the big tire swing, one at a time on the smaller one.
2.	No pushing of the chains by others.
3.	Students are to hang on to a chain (smaller swing).
4.	No pushing of tire or chains by others.
5.	Sitting - not standing or laying on the swings.
6.	No winding the swings up and spinning.
VI.		Apparatus Rules
1.	One child at a time on all apparatus (slides, swings, trolley, courses, etc.)
2.	Students will need to SHARE, TAKE TURNS, and CO-OPERATE.
3.	No climbing up the towers.
4.	All equipment is to be used properly, safely, and carefully.
5.	Report any items needing repair immediately.
6.	Have Fun!
7.	No hanging by the feet on Monkey Bars.
8.	Two students may go down slides at once but side by side. Otherwise, wait for the slide to empty. No walking or head first
9.	Stones and wood-chips are to remain on ground (safety surface).
10.	Watch out for crossbar and chain on the twin towers.
11.	No playing tag in the slide areas of Grades 1-4.
12.	When multiple grade levels are on the playground, the lower area is for 1-4 only.

DISCIPLINE LEVEL:
Step 1.	A Teacher/Student conference will be required so as to make sure the student understands what they did wrong, why it was wrong, and the consequences that will happen if such comments continue. An informal note or phone call will be made to parent/guardian.
Step 2.	Same as Step 1 with the addition of a mandatory parent/guardian, student and teacher conference
Step 3.	Student(s) will receive a 1-hour after school detention during which time constructive apology note(s) will be written to victim(s) involved. A mandatory meeting with parent/guardian, student, teacher, principal, and Sexual Harassment Complaint Officer(s) will be held. An individual first offense, which results in an immediate Step 3, because of the seriousness of the incident, will also require notification to the victim’s parent/guardian.
Step 4.	Serious misbehavior. Student spends one day in In-School Suspension (ISS). A Discipline Referral will be sent home for parent/guardian signature. During the time the student is in ISS a re-entry conference will occur between parent/guardian, student, teacher, principal, and Sexual Harassment Complaint Officer(s). S.A.U. Office requires notification of suspension and an official letter of suspension will be sent to parent/guardian.
Step 5.	This is for very serious rule violations. Students will be suspended from school for 1-10 days, possible more, depending upon the seriousness of the offense. Students are expected to complete work issued on days they are suspended and will receive credit. Re-entry requires a conference with the student, parent/guardian, teacher, principal, and Sexual Harassment Compliant Officer (a). The S.A.U. Office requires notification, as well as an official letter of suspension sent to parent/guardian outlining the conditions of the suspension. While students are on suspension they may not be present on Chichester Central School grounds and my not participate in any school sponsored activities. Some violations may also result in referral to the police and/or tot he Superintendent of Schools for further action.

Step 1.	Verbal comments of a sexual or harassing nature, such as: Sexual name calling of any kind. Spreading sexual rumors, including graffiti. Gestures, jokes, pictures, and leers. Overly personal conversation to include but not restricted to: Teasing about body functions Teasing about one’s stage of physical development or one’s sex in general.
Step 2.	These are when a second infraction of the same type of Step 1 rule has been committed.
Step 3.	These are when a third infraction of the same type of Step 1 rule has occurred. It is also first level for handling more severe infractions such as: Unwelcome touching in a sexual nature. Impeding a student’s progress in class or excluding the student from instructional activities by making fun of the student because of gender, sexual activity, or sexual orientation. Extreme vulgar language delivered in a hurtful way.
Step 4.	This is when a repeat of a Step 3 infraction occurs or when a student continues Step 1-3 infractions.
Step 5.	Out of school suspensions are for extreme rule violations or when a student has gone through Steps 1-4 and continues to repeat violations without an honest attempt to correct the problem behavior. Infractions handled immediately at Step 5 are: Rape or attempted rape Deliberate exposure of one’s own private parts or another’s private parts.