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JAMES RUTTER MIDDLE SCHOOL

Student and Parent Handbook 2019-2020

James Rutter Middle School Administration

Sonia Quiñones Rambo, Principal

Nai Saechao, Vice Principal

Rinaldo Shackelford, Vice Principal

Jorge Leiva, Academic Program Coordinator

Elk Grove Unified School District Administration

Superintendent Christopher R. Hoffman

Mark Cerutti, Deputy Superintendent, Education Services and Schools

Craig Murray, Assistant Superintendent of Schools, Secondary Education

Amy Besler, Ed.D., Director, Secondary Education

John Dixon, Ed.D., Director, Secondary Education

Melanie Dopson, Ed.D., Director, Secondary Education

Kathy Hamilton, Director, College and Career Connections

Elk Grove Unified School District

Board of Education Members

Beth Albiani

Nancy Chaires Espinoza

Carmine S. Forcina

Chet Madison, Sr.

Dr. Crystal Martinez-Alire

Anthony “Tony” Perez

Bobbie Singh-Allen

7350 Palmer House Drive

Sacramento, California 95828

Telephone: 916-422-3232 Fax: 916-422-8354

JRMS Student Handbook 2019-2020

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ELK GROVE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT MISSION STATEMENT ...................................................... 1

ELK GROVE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT CORE VALUES .................................................................... 1

JAMES RUTTER MIDDLE SCHOOL VISION ................................................................................................ 1

TITLE I INFORMATION & POLICIES

Every Student Succeeds Act: Parents Right to Know .............................................................................. 2

School Accountability Report Card (SARC) ........................................................................................... 2

Title I Part A School-Level Parent and Family Engagement Policy ........................................................ 2

School-Parent Compact ............................................................................................................................ 3

DAILY OPERATIONS .......................................................................................................................................... 6

Early Arrivals ........................................................................................................................................... 6

Breakfast and Lunch Programs ................................................................................................................ 6

New Nutritional Information .................................................................................................................... 6

Daily Bell Schedules ................................................................................................................................ 6

Attendance ............................................................................................................................................... 6

Student Attendance Review Board (SARB)............................................................................................. 7

School Holidays ....................................................................................................................................... 7

Guidelines for Extended Absences Due to Vacation................................................................................ 7

Contacting Students During School Hours .............................................................................................. 7

Tardy Policy ............................................................................................................................................. 7

Out of Class Pass, T.A. Pass and Restroom Pass ..................................................................................... 8

Materials Needed Daily ............................................................................................................................ 8

Physical Education (PE) Clothes & Dress Policy .................................................................................... 8

PE Loaner Clothing Policy ....................................................................................................................... 9

PE Discipline Procedures for Non-Suits .................................................................................................. 9

Books ....................................................................................................................................................... 9

Backpacks ................................................................................................................................................ 9

Items Not Allowed ................................................................................................................................. 10

Cell Phones ............................................................................................................................................ 10

Nurse ...................................................................................................................................................... 10

Medication ............................................................................................................................................. 10

Lost, Found and Confiscated Items ........................................................................................................ 11

Daily Bulletin ......................................................................................................................................... 11

ACADEMIC SUCCESS ...................................................................................................................................... 11

How Credits Are Earned Toward Promotion ......................................................................................... 11

Required Coursework ............................................................................................................................ 11

Report Cards .......................................................................................................................................... 12

Citizenship Grades ................................................................................................................................. 12

Quarterly Progress & End of Term Grade Reporting Schedule ............................................................. 13

Homework and Make-up work .............................................................................................................. 13

Awards and Incentive Programs............................................................................................................. 13

Parent Access to Student Grades ............................................................................................................ 14

STUDENT SERVICES ........................................................................................................................................ 14

How to Address Problems in a Class: Student ....................................................................................... 14

How to Address Problems in a Class: Parent ......................................................................................... 14

STUDENT AND PARENT SUPPORT ............................................................................................................. 15

All Teacher Conference (ACT) .............................................................................................................. 15

Student Study Team (SST) ..................................................................................................................... 15

Preparing for High School...................................................................................................................... 15

Student Wellness .................................................................................................................................... 16

SPECIAL PROGRAMS .................................................................................................................................... 16

Honors Classes ....................................................................................................................................... 16

Pre-Engineering Project Lead the Way (PLTW) .................................................................................... 16


AVID ...................................................................................................................................................... 16

English Learner Support......................................................................................................................... 16

Acaletes .................................................................................................................................................. 16

LIBRARY AND TECHNOLOGY USE ........................................................................................................... 16

Library .................................................................................................................................................... 16

Textbooks ............................................................................................................................................... 17

Fines for Textbooks ................................................................................................................................ 17

Technology ............................................................................................................................................. 17

STUDENT ACTIVITIES ................................................................................................................................... 18

Student Council ...................................................................................................................................... 18

Student Store .......................................................................................................................................... 18

School ID Cards ..................................................................................................................................... 19

Assemblies and Rallies .......................................................................................................................... 19

Athletics and Eligibility ......................................................................................................................... 19

Clubs and Activities ............................................................................................................................... 19

Dances .................................................................................................................................................... 19

Field Trips ............................................................................................................................................. 19

Payment Procedures ............................................................................................................................... 20

PROMOTION 8th GRADE ACTIVITIES AND FIELD TRIP PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS ... 20

Credit and Promotion Information ......................................................................................................... 20

Provisions ............................................................................................................................................... 20

Alternative Programs ............................................................................................................................. 20

Suspensions ............................................................................................................................................ 20

Lost, Stolen or Damaged Books ............................................................................................................. 20

Appropriate Attire .................................................................................................................................. 21

8th Grade 4th Quarter Activities .............................................................................................................. 21

RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY AND RESILIENCE ..................................................................................... 21

Manners and Respect ............................................................................................................................. 21

Safety Procedures in Our Neighborhood ................................................................................................ 21

Transportation Safety Contract .............................................................................................................. 21

Bicycles, Skateboards and Scooters on Campus .................................................................................... 22

Campus Supervisors ............................................................................................................................... 22

JAMES RUTTER MIDDLE SCHOOL CODE OF CONDUCT.................................................................... 23

BEHAVIOR AND DISCIPLINE INFORMATION ........................................................................................ 23

Detention Schedule .................................................................................. ............................................. 23

Behavior and Discipline Information ..................................................................................................... 24

Positive Behavior Intervention Strategies (PBIS) .................................................................................. 24

Definitions of Disciplinary Consequences ............................................................................................. 24

JRMS AND EGUSD DRESS CODE................................................................................................................. 25

ELK GROVE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT DISCIPLINE POLICY ..................................................... 26

Discipline Practices ................................................................................................................................ 26

Alternatives, Interventions and Progressive Discipline .......................................................................... 26

The Role of Parents and Guardians ........................................................................................................ 28

Behavioral Requirements for Participation in Graduation Ceremonies ................................................. 28

Prohibition on Possession and Use of Tobacco and Nicotine Products ................................................. 28

Law Enforcement Partnerships .............................................................................................................. 28

Interview of a Student by Law Enforcement .......................................................................................... 29

Release of a Student to Peace Officer .................................................................................................... 29

Search and Seizure Policy ...................................................................................................................... 29

Reference Tables: Education Codes Related to Discipline .................................................................... 30

IMPORTANT NOTICES & STUDENTS RIGHTS ........................................................................................ 56

Williams Settlement Complaint Procedures ........................................................................................... 56

Annual Notice of the Uniform Complaint Procedures (UCP) 2018-2019 School Year ......................... 56

Cell Phones, Pagers, Electronic Signaling Devices ................................................................................ 58


Non-Discrimination, Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying ................................................................ 59

Sexual Harassment Policy ...................................................................................................................... 59

Student Rights ........................................................................................................................................ 61

CHALLENGING STUDENT RECORDS ....................................................................................................... 61

APPENDIX A – Bell Schedules

James Rutter Middle School welcomes those with disabilities to participate fully in the programs, services and

activities offered to students, parents, guardians and members of the public. If you need a disability-related

modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services, to participate in any program, service or

activity offered to you, please contact Michelle Wallner, Vice Principal, at 916.422.3232, at least 48 hours before

the scheduled event so that we may make every reasonable effort to accommodate you. [Government Code

Section 54953.2; Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 202 (42 U.S.C. Section 12132).]

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Elk Grove Unified School District Mission

Elk Grove Unified School District will provide a learning community

that challenges all students to realize their greatest potential.

Elk Grove Unified School District Core Values

Outcomes for students

Achievement of core academic skills

Confident, effective thinkers and problem solvers

Ethical participants in society

Commitments about how we operate as an organization

Supporting continuous improvement of instruction

Building strong relationships

Finding solutions

High expectations for learning for all students and staff

Instructional excellence

Safe, peaceful, and healthy environment

Enriched learning atmosphere

Collaboration with diverse communities and families

James Rutter Middle School Vision

James Rutter Middle School students and staff are respectful,

responsible, and resilient. Our school celebrates creativity and

diverse cultures and stakeholders are invested and take pride in our

community. At our school, students are cared for, feel safe, and have

a desire to attend. We continually work toward achieving excellence

and we have a collaborative, motivating, and engaging environment

dedicated to the success of all students.


TITLE I INFORMATION & POLICIES

Every Student Succeeds Act: Parents Right to Know

Your child is attending a school receiving Title I federal funds through the Elementary and Secondary

Education Act (ESEA). At the beginning of each school year, local educational agencies receiving Title I funds

are required to notify parents whose student(s) attend a Title I school that they may request, and the agency will

provide the parents on request (and in a timely manner), information regarding the professional qualifications of

the student’s classroom teachers, including at a minimum:

1. Whether the student’s teacher:

Has met State qualification and licensing criteria for the grade levels and subject areas in which the

teacher provides instruction;

Is teaching under emergency or other provisional status through with State qualification or licensing

criteria have been waived; and

Is teaching in the field of discipline of the certification of the teacher.

2. Whether the child is provided services by paraprofessionals and, if so, their qualifications.

If you would like this information, please contact the principal at 916.422.3232.

School Accountability Report Cards (SARC)

The current School Accountability Report Card (SARC) is available online at the Elk Grove Unified School

District website at http://www.egusd.net/academics/assessments/school-accountability-report-cards/. Both a

long detailed format and a short executive summary are posted for parents to learn more about the schools in

our community.

Each school’s SARC summarizes the school's mission, goals, accomplishments, and highlights the school’s

unique programs. In addition, state law requires that the SARC contain all of the following: demographic data,

school safety and climate for learning information, academic data, school completion rates, class sizes, teacher

and staff information, curriculum and instruction descriptions, postsecondary preparation information, fiscal and

expenditure data.

The federal law requires that SARCs contain reports concerning the "adequate yearly progress" of students in

achieving state academic achievement standards; Title I Program Improvement status; graduation rates at the

secondary level; and the extent to which "highly qualified" teachers are teaching core academic subjects.

A hard copy of these reports can be requested by visiting your child’s school office. Additionally, these reports

have been translated in Spanish and Hmong at schools with large populations of families who speak these

languages. Any questions regarding the SARCs can be answered by your child’s principal or by contacting

Learning Support Services at 686-7712.

Title I, Part A School-Level Parent and Family Engagement Policy

This policy describes the means for carrying out designated Title I, Part A parent and family engagement

requirements pursuant to ESSA Section 1116(c).

To involve parents in the Title I, Part A programs, the following practices have been established:

During orientation, Parent University, and School Site Council meetings, parents are introduced to this

document and other related Title I documentation. Elected parent members of School Site Council are able to

vote on changes and passage of Title I documents and related implementation plans during School Site Council

meetings.

The school involves parents of Title I, Part A students in an organized, ongoing, and timely way, in the

planning, review, and improvement of the school’s Title I, Part A programs and the Title I, Part A parent

involvement policy (ESSA Section 1116(c)(3)).

http://www.egusd.net/academics/assessments/school-accountability-report-cards/


Changes will be developed and approved as needed by School Site Council and will be made available at Back

to School and Open House events, will be posted to the school website, and will be available in the school

office.

The school convenes an annual meeting to inform parents about Title I, Part A requirements and about the right

of parents to be involved in the Title I, Part A program (ESSA Section 1116(c)(1)).

The annual meeting was held on Tuesday, August 21, 2018, at 6:00 pm.

The school offers a flexible number of meetings for Title I, Part A parents, such as meetings in the morning or

evening (ESSA Section 1116(c)(2)).

As parental needs become known, every effort will be made to allow parental involvement in school events,

activities and meetings, to the extent available.

The school provides parents of Title I, Part A students with timely information about Title I, Part A programs

(ESSA Section 1116(c)(4)(A)).

Title I information will be disseminated through Back to School and Open House events, will be posted to the

school website, and will be available in the school office.

The school provides parents of Title I, Part A students with an explanation of the curriculum used at the school,

the assessments used to measure student progress, and the proficiency levels students are expected to meet

(ESSA Section 1116(c)(4)(B)).

Curricular information will be communicated at events such as Back to School Night, Open House, Parent

University, and teacher syllabi.

If requested by parents of Title I, Part A students, the school provides opportunities for regular meetings that

allow the parents to participate in decisions relating to the education of their children (ESSA Section

1116(c)(4)(c)).

The following formats are some of the ways parents may offer suggestions and input: School Site Council, SST,

504, IEP, ELAC meetings.

This School-Level Parent and Family Engagement Policy has been developed jointly with, updated periodically,

and agreed on with parents of children participating in Title I, Part A programs, as evidenced by:

Presentation at the Annual Title I, Part A meeting and providing opportunity for input. Parents and students

were also directed to view the documents in the office and provide feedback.

If the schoolwide program plan is not satisfactory to the parents of the participating children, submit any parent

comments on the plan when the school makes the plan available to the LEA.

This policy was adopted by the James Rutter Middle School on January 9, 2019, and will be in effect for the

period of one school year.

The school will distribute the policy to all parents of students participating in the Title I, Part A program as part

of the Parent/Student Handbook on, or before August 22, 2019.

School-Parent Compact

The school distributes to parents of Title I, Part A students, a school-parent compact (Compact). The Compact,

which has been jointly developed with parents, outlines how parents, the entire school staff, and students will

share the responsibility for improved student academic achievement. The Compact describes specific ways the

school and families will partner to help children achieve the state’s high academic standards. The Compact


addresses the following legally required items, as well as other items suggested by parents of Title I, Part A

students:

● The school’s responsibility to provide high-quality curriculum and instruction (ESSA Section

1116[d][1]).

● The ways parents will be responsible for supporting their children’s learning (ESSA Section

1116[d][1]).

● The importance of ongoing communication between parents and teachers through, at a minimum,

annual parent-teacher conferences; frequent reports on student progress; access to staff; opportunities

for parents to volunteer and participate in their child’s class; and opportunities to observe classroom

activities (ESSA Section 1116[d][2]).

Parent University, Parents At Lunch, Back to School Night, Open House, Family Language Lab, Parent

Orientation, Family Game/Movie Night.

The school engages Title I, Part A parents in meaningful interactions with the school. The Compact supports a

partnership among staff, parents, and the community to improve student academic achievement. To help reach

these goals, the school has established the following practices:

The school provides Title I, Part A parents with assistance in understanding the state’s academic content

standards, assessments, and how to monitor and improve the achievement of their children (ESSA Section

1116[e][1]).

Staff participates in the district’s Home Visit Program to build relationship ties between school staff and

parents.

The school provides Title I, Part A parents with materials and training to help them work with their children to

improve their children's achievement (ESSA Section 1116[e][2]).

Every student receives a student planning agenda book at no cost.

With the assistance of Title I, Part A parents, the school educates staff members in the value of parent

contributions, and in how to work with parents as equal partners (ESSA Section 1116[e][3]).

Parents are encouraged to keep open lines of communication with teachers, through district email, phone

contact, attendance at parent-teacher conferences, Back to School Night, Open House, SST, 504, and IEP

meetings.

The school coordinates and integrates the Title I, Part A parental involvement program with other programs,

and conducts other activities, such as parent resource centers, to encourage and support parents in more fully

participating in the education of their children (ESSA Section 1116[e][4]).

Late afternoon events on campus include Family Language Lab, Acaletes After School Program, School Site

Council, and Parent University.

The school distributes Information related to school and parent programs, meetings, and other activities to Title

I, Part A parents in a format and language that the parents understand (ESSA Section 1116[e][5]).

Information and documents sent home are prepared in English and Spanish. When possible, other languages

are provided.

The school provides support for parental involvement activities requested by Title I, Part A parents (ESSA

Section 1116[e][14]).


The school will pay reasonable and necessary expenses associated with parental involvement activities,

including transportation and child care costs, to enable parents to participate in school-related meetings and

training sessions.

The school provides opportunities for the participation of all Title I, Part A parents, including parents with

limited English proficiency, parents with disabilities, and parents of migratory students. Information and school

reports are provided in a format and language that parents understand (ESSA Section 1116[f]).

A Spanish translator is available at all events and upon request for parent-teacher conferences, 504 or IEP

meetings. Other language assistance is provided if available.

Responsibilities of the Teachers:

The teachers agree to the following responsibilities to increase parent engagement and address the importance

of communication between teachers and parents on an ongoing basis through:

Frequent reports to parents of children’s progress: progress reports mailed in the middle of each 9-

week grading term; report cards mailed at the end of each term

Reasonable access to staff, and opportunities to volunteer and participate in their child’s class, and

observation of class activities: parents have direct access to staff via the student information system, or

by calling the office; parents may visit their child’s classroom by contacting the main office at least 24

hours in advance of visitation; volunteer opportunities are made known at least annually with parent

flyer

Ensuring regular two-way communication between family members and school staff, and, to the extent

practicable, in a language that family members can understand: all course syllabi, flyers and written

communication are available in English and Spanish, and in other languages as available; services of

district provided interpreters are used whenever possible in all available languages as needed.

Responsibilities of the Parents:

The parents/guardians agree to the following responsibilities to increase their student’s academic success:

Monitor attendance

Make sure homework is completed

Become a volunteer partner with the school when possible

Participate in decisions relating to their children’s education

Stay informed about their child’s education and communicate with the school be reading/listening all

notices from the school or the district and responding when requested

Serve, when possible, on parent advisory groups such as the School Site Council, English Language

Advisory Committee, and district level committees.

Responsibilities of the Students:

The students agree to the following responsibilities to increase parent engagement:

Do homework every day and ask for help when needed.

Give parents/guardians all notices received from the school each day

Comply with standards of expected behavior at school, to and from school, and on the bus, if

applicable.

This Compact was adopted by the James Rutter Middle School on January 9, 2019, and will be in effect for the

period of one school year.

The school will distribute the Compact to all parents of students participating in the Title I, Part A program as

part of the Parent/Student Handbook on, or before August 22, 2019.


DAILY OPERATIONS

Regular & Advisory Day Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

End of Term Minimum Day Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Early Arrivals

The campus is open to students at 8:00 a.m. on school days. Students should not arrive to school before that

time. Students may not enter the school grounds until campus supervisors arrive. Only those students enrolled

in extended day classes, before or after school, are allowed on campus during non-school hours. Students found

on campus without a valid reason are subject to disciplinary action.

Breakfast and Lunch Programs

JRMS operates a full service cafeteria that serves free breakfast and lunch daily to all students. Students must

present their student identification card to obtain cafeteria meals. Breakfast is served in the cafeteria beginning

at 8:00 a.m. on all school days. Students arriving after 8:25 a.m. will not be served breakfast. Our student store

also offers snack items and drinks during lunch, available a reasonable prices.

New Nutritional Information

As of July 2006, schools in the Elk Grove Unified School District have complied with state law that restricts

what can be sold to students. A wellness policy has been developed which sets nutritional standards, in

conjunction with federal and state regulations, which has eliminated the sale of sodas and unhealthy snacks at

all EGUSD schools. Studies have shown that students who are physically fit score higher on academic tests. In

addition, research has shown that the number of adults who are overweight and who have diabetes has increased

dramatically in the past 20 years.

Beginning in 2007, state law also prohibits public schools from selling or providing meals, as well as individual

snack items and drinks, which have more than the following:

35 percent of their calories from fat

10 percent of their calories from saturated fat

35 percent sugar by weight (excluding fruits and vegetables)

175 calories for an individual item sold or available in elementary schools

250 calories for an individual item sold or available in middle and high schools

Items that meet the state nutritional standards include water, some sports drinks, nuts, seeds, yogurt, fruits,

vegetables, beef jerky, string cheese, milk (12 ounces or less), pretzels, and crackers. Schools currently offer

healthy food and drink choices in their vending machines and student stores.

Food and drinks that would not meet the state nutritional standards include sodas, some sports drinks, candy,

some cookies, most chips, and fruit drinks with added sweetener.

Daily Bell Schedules

See Appendix A

Attendance

On the occasion that a student cannot be at school, the office staff must be notified by the parent/guardian of the

student. Parents/Guardians may call the office, come in to the office, or send in a written note with the student

upon their return. Notes should be taken to the attendance window before school, during lunch, or after school.

Attendance records will be updated accordingly.

California law permits the excuse of an absence for the following reasons:

Illness (may require doctor’s note)

Medical Quarantine, as directed by the health officer

Medical, dental, or eye services rendered (may require doctor's note)

Attendance at the funeral of an immediate family member to the extent of only one day, if services are

in California, and no more than three days outside of California.

Exclusion for medical reasons (not to exceed 5 school days)


Personal court appearance (requires verification)

Observance of a religious holiday or ceremony (recommend three days advance notice to school)

Religious retreat (limited to four hours per semester)

If a student must leave school early, a parent/guardian must obtain a leave of grounds pass in the main office.

Students who leave campus without a leave of grounds pass are considered truant. Parent(s)/guardian(s) must

show photo identification when leaving school grounds with a student. Please do not contact students

directly in class by cell phone as this causes a considerable disruption to the learning environment and

may result in disciplinary action against your student for improper use of a cell phone during school

hours. Contact the main office at 916.422.3232 and a message will be delivered to your child as soon as

possible.

Student Attendance Review Board (SARB)

School attendance is important to the success of each child’s achievement. When students miss school,

valuable learning time is lost. Parent(s)/guardian(s) are required by law to enforce regular attendance of all

minors between the ages of six and eighteen. Students with repeated absences or tardies will be referred to the

School Attendance Review Board (SARB). SARB reviews student attendance and disruptive behavior. SARB

may involve the District Attorney, County Probation Department and County Health and Human Services in a

student’s case.

School Holidays

September 2, 2019, Labor Day

November 11, 2019, Veteran’s Day Observance

November 25-29, 2018, Thanksgiving Break

December 23, 2019 – January 3, 2020, Winter Break

January 6, 2020, Teacher Work Day

January 20, 2020, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

February 10, 2020, EGUSD Holiday

February 17, 2020, President’s Day

April 6-10, 2020, Spring Break

May 25, 2020, Memorial Day

Guidelines for Extended Absences Due to Vacations

The Elk Grove Unified School District firmly believes that a strong home and school partnership will help our

students achieve in a positive and effective academic environment. To that end, your assistance is critical in

ensuring that your child misses as little school as possible. There is great academic value in a student’s being

present in class, in hearing the lessons and explanations of teachers, and in discussing subjects with other

students. While there may be instances when extenuating circumstances require that your child be out of

school, please make every effort to plan any family vacations during the summer or holiday breaks.

Because family vacations are defined by California Education Code as unexcused absences, teachers may elect

to provide make up work for the student, although they are not required to do so. In the event that a student

has two or more concurrent weeks of unexcused absences, the student will be involuntarily withdrawn

and will need to re-enroll upon return.

Contacting Students During School Hours

Please attempt to communicate with your child before school with necessary information for the day. If you

have an urgent situation, contact the office. A message will be delivered as soon as possible. Do not contact the

student via their cell phone, as the class disruption is unacceptable. Students who attempt to use their phone

during school hours, even to speak to a parent, will face disciplinary action, and may lose future cell phone

privileges.

Tardy Policy

All students are expected to be in class, at their desks, ready to work, on time. Students who are tardy will be

subject to disciplinary action by the teacher and/or school administration. Students at JRMS are allowed a four-

minute passing period between classes. Following are consequences for being tardy:


Students who arrive in the morning after the main gate is closed need to report to the Attendance

Office and will be issued a same-day lunch detention, if the late arrival is unexcused. Students are

excused for reasons related to a medical or court appointment and must provide documentation of

such upon arrival. If a student fails to serve lunch detention, the student will not be allowed to

participate in fun activities or field trips, until the detention is served.

Students who are tardy to class will receive two warnings, and then will be assigned lunch

detention by their teacher for the third, fourth and fifth tardy in that class. Students with unserved

detentions may not participate in fun activities or field trips until detentions are served.

Students who have accrued six or more tardies in one class within a school quarter will be

assigned an after school detention for each subsequent tardy and will be placed on the No

Activities List for the remainder of that quarter.

Parents who need to excuse a late arrival due to a medical/dental appointment must provide written verification

to the Attendance Office from the physician/dentist.

Out of Class Pass, T.A. Pass and Restroom Pass

It is important that campus is quiet and that students are in classrooms during class time. At no time will a

student be allowed to be out of class without a pass. In the event that a student is on campus during class time

the following appropriate pass is required:

Students who need to use the restroom will wear the classroom assigned bathroom pass lanyard at

all times while out of class.

All student interns or student office assistants will receive an identification badge, which must be

worn at all times while out of class or the office during class time. Student interns and assistants

found not wearing their identification badge or abusing the privilege of being allowed out of class

or the office during class time are subject to Detention and/or loss of intern or assistant privileges.

Students sent to the Administration Office, Attendance Office, Nurse, Counseling Office, Library,

Silent Work Center or On Campus Suspension will be issued a pass by the teacher. Students must

display this pass when questioned by school personnel. Students who fail to provide a pass when

asked may be assigned progressive discipline.

Materials Needed Daily

A student cannot get the job done without proper materials and tools on hand every day. Each student is

expected to have the following items at school each day:

Back Pack

P.E. Clothes

Two-inch three ring binder with dividers

Pens and pencils in an envelope holder in your binder

Lined binder paper

Colored pencils

Calculator (inexpensive)

Travel or thumb drive for computer work.

Textbooks

In the event of financial need for any or all of the above, please speak to your student’s vice principal, counselor

or office staff member.

Note: Students are recommended to carry the appropriate type of backpack designed to hold all required

materials. “Toddler” backpacks (backpacks shaped as stuffed animals, or smaller sized) are not appropriate.

Physical Education (PE) Clothes & Dress Policy

Students are expected to dress daily for physical education class. JRMS physical education items can be

purchased at the student store at lunchtime. Appropriate uniform for physical education class includes the

following:

Shoes – athletic type shoes worn with socks and laces properly tied.

T-shirt – gray JRMS PE shirt or plain (no logos) solid gray crew neck (no v-neck).


Shorts/sweatpants – black JRMS PE shorts/sweatpants or plain (no logos, stripes or emblems) solid

black.

Optional for additional warmth

o Sweatshirt – gray JRMS PE uniform or plain (no logos) solid gray; must be worn over

appropriate PE t-shirt.

o Plain black leggings, Under Armor or compression pants; must be worn under

shorts/sweatpants

o Plain gray long-sleeved t-shirt or turtle neck

Jackets, coats, sweaters, non-prescription glasses or sunglasses, scarves or excessive jewelry are not

allowed in PE.

Students are expected to mark the outside of their PE clothes in the space provided with their first and

last names.

A student is considered incorrectly dressed and will receive consequences if not wearing clothing which meets

the above rules, if wearing school clothes underneath PE clothes, or is wearing non-athletic shoes.

Students are expected to take their PE clothes home every Friday and bring back clean PE clothes each

Monday.

PE Loaner Clothing Policy

Loaner PE clothes are available on Mondays and Tuesdays. Students at school without their PE clothes must

immediately borrow a loaner t-shirt and/or shorts from PE department staff or designated student assistants.

Students must provide their student ID card or school shirt to hold until the loaner clothing is returned. Students

who use loaner clothing multiple times during the semester grading period will be asked to meet with a teacher

at lunch to make a phone call home. Excessive use of PE loaner clothing will be assigned progressive

discipline.

PE Discipline Procedures for Non-Suits

Non-Dresses Non-Dress Consequences

Students who do not dress for PE will be

expected to participate in their school clothes

regardless of the activity.

Students lose their social skills points for not

being responsible.

Repeated non-dresses will result in a lower

citizenship grade.

Student conference with teacher in class

Parent/guardian phone call home

School lunch detention

After school detention

One period RPC

Class suspension

Referral to administrator for progressive

discipline

Books

Textbooks are a critical part of our instructional program. They are very expensive to replace, and upon

checkout, become the responsibility of the student and parent. Students are fully responsible for their books and

may not leave their books overnight in classrooms, lockers, or cubbies. Books must be properly covered and

brought to and from school daily. Lost, damaged, or stolen books must be paid for by the student and/or parent.

Any student with unpaid book fines will be restricted from participation in school activities, including

promotion ceremonies.

Backpacks

Students are expected to have books, binders, and writing materials with them at all times. We recommend that

a book bag or backpack be used to carry these items to classes and home every day. P.E. lockers are used only

for clothing and book storage during PE class. Please make sure backpacks are appropriate for school and are

free of offensive material. Students are not to bring valuable items from home; backpacks may be required

to be put in cubbies during the class period. The school is not responsible for any personal items. Please

leave all valuable items at home. Binders and backpacks must be free from writing; including but not restricted

to obscene language, racial slurs, gang symbols.


Items Not Allowed

Certain items are not allowed at James Rutter because they interfere with learning environment (E.C. 48900k).

Do not bring the items listed below to school. These items will be confiscated if brought to school and held for

a parent to pick up. School personnel cannot take the time to investigate lost or stolen items brought to campus

that are not allowed on campus. Confiscated items such as illegal substances and alcohol, or items considered

dangerous, indecent, or gang related, must be turned over to law enforcement, and will not be returned to a

parent or guardian.

Do Not Bring

Electronic devices, except for phones, which

must be off and put away during the school

day

Electronic games (PSP, Game Boys, DDS, etc.)

Large sums of money

Cameras

Medicines/Prescription Drugs

Items for sale

Electronic cigarettes, Vape or Hookah Pens

Coffee/tea drinks, soda, sports drinks

Laser pointers

Balloons

Gambling accessories

Roller shoes

Dolls or stuffed animals

Blankets

Drugs, alcohol or illegal substances

Lighters, matches

Athletic equipment

Cell Phones

As with any other personal item, students who bring cell phones, earphones, ear buds, air pods, headphones,

etc., to school, do so at their own risk. The school staff and administration is not responsible for lost or stolen

personal items.

Students shall be permitted to use electronic signaling devices such as cell phones before coming onto campus

and while leaving campus at the end of the school day. Students, including Acaletes students, are required to

power off their cell phones during school hours, unless given permission to use by an administrator or teacher

for academic or administrative purposes. During school hours, cell phones may not be in use, even to check the

time or use the calculator feature. Students are restricted from using these devices during instructional time and

passing times, as well as during lunch period. All phones, earphones, ear buds, air pods, headphones, etc., must

be powered off and put away inside backpacks or other secure place. Parents who need to contact their child

during instructional time must call the school office at 916-422-3232. Students who need to contact home

during instructional time must obtain a pass from their teacher to use the school office phone.

Note to parents:

Oftentimes, students use cell phones during school hours to send inappropriate images to other students’ cell

phones, text message friends during class time, or send answers to tests and quizzes to their friends during a test

or quiz. Cell phones that ring or vibrate during class disrupt the class. If your child does bring a cell phone to

school, please advise them to keep it out of sight (this also avoids the temptation for others to take their phone)

and powered off. Many phones are confiscated from friends of the original owner of the phone. In order to

ensure your child has ready access to their phone, advise them not to allow other students to borrow their phone.

Nurse

JRMS is provided with a registered nurse who is on campus one day per week. The nurse is responsible for the

maintenance of health records, parental contact concerning health problems, and assistance in health teaching as

well as vision, hearing, and scoliosis screening. Please contact the nurse if your student has a medical condition

that may interfere with daily activities on campus. Please remember to update your student’s health record so

that staff may contact someone in the event of an emergency or student illness.

Medication

If at any time you are required by your doctor to take medication, either by prescription or non-prescription,

while at school, you must provide the following:


1. “Authorization for Administration of Medicine by School Personnel” form signed by a parent and

physician.

2. All medication must be provided in the original container from the pharmacist.

No medication is to be brought to the school unless the two above conditions are met. This includes

aspirin, Tylenol, antibiotic ointment or any other over-the-counter medications. This is California State law.

Once the physician authorization is obtained, please bring the medication and the authorization to the nurse’s

office. Note: Parents may bring medication and personally administer it to their child. Identification must be

provided to the office staff before the student is summoned from class.

Lost, Found and Confiscated Items

All clothing found on the campus is placed in the Lost And Found. Money, jewelry, or any other articles of

value are turned into the office. If you lose an item, check with an office staff person. Students may claim an

item with proper identification. If lost items are not claimed within 30 days, they will be given away to charity.

Confiscated items not claimed by the end of the school year will be discarded or donated. Confiscated items

may require a parent/guardian pickup.

Daily Bulletin

The bulletin at James Rutter Middle School is published daily and read during first period. The bulletin contains

important information regarding campus life, such as when club meetings will be held and when field trips are

going to occur, so listen every day. The daily bulletin is available for parents to read on the website at

www.rutter.egusd.net.

ACADEMIC SUCCESS

How Credits Are Earned Toward Promotion

Students can earn a total of 120 credits for the two years they attend James Rutter Middle School.

Required Coursework

Grade Level Course 1st Quarter 2nd Quarter 3rd Quarter 4th Quarter Total

Credits

7th English 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5

Math 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5

Science 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5

History 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5

PE 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5

Elective 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5

Quarterly

totals

15 15 15 15 = 60

8th English 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5

Math 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5

Science 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5

History 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5

PE 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5

Elective 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5

Quarterly

totals

15 15 15 15 = 60

Total for the

year

7th and 8th

= 120

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A. Students earn 2.5 credits for each quarter class passed. Students in 8th grade must have a minimum of 100

credits to participate in the 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony. Students in the 7th grade with 0-39 credits at

the end of the school year will be at risk of not participating in the 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony the next

year. Students in the 7th grade with less than 60 credits earned by the end of the school year may attend

Summer School to make up credits.

B. It is recommended that credit deficient students attend the after school program and plan to attend summer

school. Students can earn additional credits through Acaletes (after school program).

C. The Elk Grove Unified School District recognizes that participation in the middle school promotion

ceremony is a privilege for each student. The faculty and staff of James Rutter Middle School encourages

and supports student participation in the promotion ceremonies; however, student achievement and good

citizenship must be maintained during the eighth grade year. As a result, standards for participation in the

promotion ceremony and 8th grade end-of-year activities have been developed. Please refer to Promotion,

8th Grade Activities and Field Trip Participation Requirements.

Report Cards

Students will receive a report card for each quarter. The report card contains final academic and citizenship

grades for that quarter, as well as the previous quarters. The grade point average will be reported, along with

comments from your teachers. Report cards are mailed to the address of record. See the chart below for

mailing dates.

Academic grades are as follows:

Grade of A: Superior work in the subject area.

Grade of B: Very good work in the subject area.

Grade of C: Satisfactory work in the subject area.

Grade of D: Below average, unsatisfactory work in the subject area. You may not have the skills

necessary to move on to the next grade level. You may be retained.

Grade of F: Does not meet minimum standards, and is not a passing grade. You may not have the

skills necessary to move on to the next grade level. You may be retained.

Citizenship Grades

O – Outstanding

S – Satisfactory

N – Needs Improvement

The citizenship grade is based upon three factors:

1. Student brings materials to class and is ready to work (binder, books, paper, pencil, and pen, etc.).

2. Student is never a class distraction, completes all work, and turns it in to the teacher on time.

3. Student demonstrates responsible, mature, cooperative behavior in class. Removal from class and

referrals will negatively affect the citizenship grade.

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Quarterly Progress & End of Term Grade Reporting Schedule

Quarter Progress Report mailed home Report Card mailed home

1st 08/15/19 – 10/11/19 September 18, 2019 October 16, 2019

2nd 10/14/19 – 12/20/19 November 20, 2019 January 8, 2020

3rd 01/07/20 – 03/13/20 February 12, 2020 March 18, 2020

4th 03/16/20 – 05/29/20 April 29, 2020 June 3, 2020

Homework and Make-up Work

Homework is expected to be completed every night. If homework is complete, READ. All JRMS students are

required to read a minimum of 30 minutes each night. Students who read on their own are generally more

successful in school.

Make-up work will be offered for excused absences, upon return to school. A suspension is not an excused

absence. Prior notice of absence should be submitted to office staff and teachers whenever possible, so that

work will be ready for you when you return. It is the student’s responsibility to contact teachers to request

make-up work upon return to school. The time period for returning completed work for credit is one day for

each day of excused absence.

Awards and Incentive Programs

JRMS hosts a special evening event – “Excellence in Action” – each May to honor students. Honored students

will receive an invitation by mail. Following are several awards issued at this event:

Mary Gutierrez English Award – award given to the top 8th grade English student as determined by

teacher recommendation and a written essay. The designated student is given an individual plaque

and their name is added to the perpetual plaque kept on the school campus.

JRMS Academic Excellence Award – award given to 8th grade student with highest overall G.P.A.,

which includes weighted grades. The designated student(s) is given an individual plaque and their

name is added to the perpetual plaque kept on the school campus.

Presidential Honor Roll Award – award given to 8th grade student(s) who earned 3.5 G.P.A or

higher, which includes weighted grades; cumulative for 7th & 8th grades

Department Awards – awards given to 7th and 8th grade students for academic excellence, most

improved and outstanding citizenship, as designated by teachers

Student Athlete Award – award given to outstanding 7th and 8th grade male and female athlete, as

designated by the Athletics Director

Perfect Attendance – award given to 7th and 8th grade student(s) with perfect attendance (no tardies,

early dismissals, or excused late arrivals)

Nou Lee Citizenship Award – award given to an outstanding 8th grade student in the area of

community service to the school and the community, as designated by staff members.

Leadership Award – award given to an 8th grade student for modeling outstanding leadership on

campus, as designated by the Activities Director.

AVID – awards given to 7th and 8th grade students as designated by teachers


Leslie Howson Service Award – award given to an 8th grade student who models service to the

James Rutter community.

Parent Access to Student Grades

Teachers periodically provide grade printouts for students to take home. Many teachers post student grades by

student number in their classroom. Parents may also obtain access to view their student’s grades, assignments

and attendance through Synergy’s ParentVue. An access code is required and must be obtained in person from

an office staff person. Parents must show identification, and may only obtain an access code for themselves, not

for others in the family. Once access has been granted, go to our school website click the Synergy link and

follow the prompts. James Rutter Middle School’s website address is http://jrms.egusd.net.

STUDENT SERVICES

Counselors at JRMS work closely with staff, faculty, administrators, families, and community members to

provide a supportive, effective and safe environment in which all students can succeed. Our counseling program

provides personal counseling for individuals and groups, academic guidance, and career exploration.

Counselors assist students in identifying academic and career goals and in planning courses of study that will

lead to the achievement of these goals. Counselors also help train and supervise our conflict managers.

Each student has been assigned a counselor who is available to assist the student and their parents throughout

the school year. Counselors also work in classrooms periodically, to present students with different types of

information which supports ongoing academic and social development.

If students would like to schedule an appointment with the counselor for a non-urgent matter, or for information

about programs and credits, they may ask the office staff for a “Counselor Request Form.” Return the

completed form to the main office and a counselor will send a pass for the student as soon as possible. If it is an

emergency, inform any member of the office staff in person. Students can also access their counselor during

lunch periods when the counselors are out monitoring lunches. If the parent/guardian would like to speak with

the counselor, please contact the school office at 916.422.3232.

How To Address Problems In A Class: Student

Most students do well in most of their classes, but if you have a problem in a class, you should do these things:

1. Ask yourself what things can I do to help myself? Would it be helpful to listen more, spend more

time on homework, or ask my teacher to change my seat?

2. Speak with the teacher or write the teacher a note. Tell the teacher it’s too hard or too easy or that

you’re having trouble. Try to make your comments as specific as possible.

3. Speak with your parents. Have ongoing conversations with your parents about how you’re doing

in school.

4. It is important that you also make an appointment with your counselor. Often your counselor can

help you see another way to be more successful in your class. It’s always a good idea to have a

conference with your counselor or teacher to talk about what help you need and what you can be

doing to help yourself.

5. Your vice principal is here to help, too. If you have tried the previous suggestions and still find

yourself struggling, contact your vice principal before or after school, or during lunch.

How To Address Problems In A Class: Parent

Most concerns about student progress in class, or issues with teachers can be solved with positive

communication. Following are some of the ways to attempt resolution: 1. Speak with the teacher, write the teacher a note, or send an e-mail. Teacher email addresses can be

found on the school web site: http://jrms.egusd.net. Email addresses are also available through

Synergy mail. Parents can also check assignments and grades from ParentVue in Synergy. If your

child is struggling in a particular class, begin a dialogue with the teacher. This will allow you both

to discuss ways to help your child be successful. Try to make your comments as specific as


possible. Working collaboratively with your child’s teachers, counselor, and administrator is a

powerful way to help ensure your child’s success.

2. Talk with your child every day. Ask them to show you what they’re working on in class and

check their agenda notebook. It’s a good idea to make yourself available, in a relaxed

environment, at some point each day, so your child feels free to bring up any concerns he or she

has. Early adolescence (11-15 years of age), may be a confusing time where peers are often more

important to children than their parents or teachers. 3. If phone calls, notes, or e-mails are not having a desired result please call your child’s teacher or

counselor to set up an appointment to discuss your concerns. 4. Remain calm. When events involve our children it is often difficult to remain calm and find out all

the facts before making decisions or taking action. Listen, take notes, and ask questions until you

feel confident you fully understand the situation. Then work collaboratively with the staff to

design solutions that will help your child be successful.

5. Parents may visit classes with a request 24 hours in advance of visit. Please contact the school

office at 916.422.3232.

STUDENT AND PARENT SUPPORT

All Teacher Conferences (ATC)

ATCs are conducted with the goal of clarifying problems and concerns, identifying strategies for improving

academic behavior and empowering students to understand their role in their own academic success. An ATC is

generally scheduled when a referral is generated by the student’s team of teachers. Parents or teachers can

request Parent Teacher Conferences with a teacher, administrator and counselor of a particular class in which

the student is struggling. Parents may also request an ATC if there are concerns regarding achievement or

behavior in two or more of their child’s classes. ATCs consist of all the student’s current teachers, parent(s),

and the student. The meeting is facilitated by the student’s counselor. For individual concerns, please address

these with the student’s teacher via e-mail, Synergy ParentVue, or telephone. To schedule an ATC please call

the main office at 916.422.3232. ATCs will not be scheduled after the start of the 4th quarter.

Student Study Team (SST)

Meetings are scheduled when there is a need to review and discuss possible assessment for learning disabilities

or behavior support plans (BSP). Prior interventions (such as ATCs, monitoring your child’s daily agenda

notebook, working closely and regularly with your child’s teachers and counselor) must be documented and

recorded before moving forward with an SST meeting. An SST uses a systematic problem-solving approach to

assist students who are not progressing at a satisfactory rate, clarifies problems and concerns, develops

strategies, organizes resources and provides a system for accountability. The SST consists of the parent(s), the

student, an administrator, the school psychologist, the student’s teachers, and the counselor. To schedule an

SST, please speak with the student’s counselor at 916.422.3232. SSTs will not be scheduled after the start of

the 4th quarter.

A translator can be provided upon request for all parent meetings.

Preparing for High School

Middle school provides a smooth academic and social transition from elementary school to high school. This

transition is critical for success in high school. The skills that students develop at JRMS will help them move

successfully through high school. In high school students will be challenged by academically rigorous courses,

they will be required to complete more homework a night and they will be held responsible for passing all

required courses for graduation as well as passing the California High School Exit Exam. At the same time,

students will choose from a greater variety of classes and will have the opportunity to participate in a wide

range of athletics and clubs. During the spring, students will also have an opportunity to meet with an entourage

of students representing Florin High School’s various programs, extracurricular activities, and clubs as well as

recruiters for specific programs offered at Florin High School.


Student Wellness

Every child has the right to grow up without being the victim of child abuse. Child abuse can be physical,

emotional, or sexual. If you are being abused, or if someone you know is, tell a counselor or adult that you trust.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Honors Classes

Honors English Language Arts (ELA) is available to students upon teacher recommendation and/or

parent/student request. These courses provide rigorous and challenging curriculum that is enriching for high

achieving students. These courses meet district standards for GATE/Honors as well as the grade level

English/Language Arts standards. Honors English is available for 7th and 8th grade students.

Math I is available for 8th grade students demonstrating advanced math capabilities in 7th grade. Honors Math

7 is a course recommended for students wishing to prepare for Math I in 8th grade. Both classes follow the

curriculum addressed by the California Common Core State Standards.

Honors History is available to 8th grade students through 7th grade teacher recommendation and/or student or

parent request. Students in 8th grade who have honors history will be required to participate in the state History

Day competitions. Honors History 7 is available to students who desire a higher level of rigor.

Pre-Engineering – Project Lead the Way (PLTW)

Project Lead the Way is a Pre-engineering course elective which uses computer modeling and sketching to

create models. The course explores the science of electricity, circuit design and sensing devises. The

mechanics of motion, conversion of energy and use of science to improve communication are taught in this

course. Additionally, students will trace the history and development of automation and robotics and learn

about structures, machine automation and computer control systems.

AVID

Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) is a successful college preparatory program that helps

students develop excellent study skills and effective testing strategies. Successful AVID students have the

opportunity to continue on in Florin High School’s AVID program. JRMS students will be focusing on specific

note taking techniques and participating in weekly tutoring sessions. Students may also tour two college

campuses each year. AVID is considered an elective class.

English Learner Support

We offer several classes to support students as they learn the English language: New Comer’s Foundations

Class, Inside A, B, or C, and English 3D.

Acaletes

Acaletes is an after school tutoring and enrichment program. The program begins directly after the regular

school day and is three hours in duration, Mondays through Fridays, most school days. Please refer to the

specific Acaletes schedule provided to Acaletes students for details. A supper is provided. For more

information please ask for an Acaletes application form, which is available in the main office. All school rules

apply for students attending Acaletes.

LIBRARY AND TECHNOLOGY USE Library

The library has a collection of approximately 26,000 books, as well as magazines. Students are permitted to

check out three books in one day and have a total of five books at one time. Most books, except encyclopedias,

magazines, and manga/graphic novels, may be kept for three weeks and renewed once.


To check out books, students are required to present their ID card. If the ID card is lost, a new one may be

purchased in the library for $4.00. There are no charges for overdue books; however, students may not check

out additional library books until their overdue books have been returned. Students with overdue books and/or

outstanding library fines will be placed on the No Activities List. Acceptable forms of payment for library fines

and items are cash or money order.

In addition to books, the library has computers with available internet access for research, homework, and

recreation. Students who wish to complete school work will receive first priority. Students who wish to use a

computer in the library must present their ID card to library staff and follow all school and district technology

policies.

Textbooks

Textbooks are a critical part of our instructional program. They are very expensive to replace and upon

checkout become the responsibility of the student and parent. Textbooks must be properly covered and brought

to and from school daily. Textbooks left in the classroom are still the responsibility of the student and parent.

Fines for Textbooks (subject to change)

Cause Charge Writing on pages, inside cover, outside edges ................................................................. $2.00 per occurrence

Bent corners (Depending upon severity, especially with new books) .............................. $2.00-5.00

Other cover damage, including chronically uncovered .................................................... $4.00-10.00

Torn pages (per page) ....................................................................................................... $2.00 per page

Missing pages ..................................................................................................................... $4.00 per page

Stains or marks ................................................................................................................... $1.00-5.00

Missing or damaged barcode .............................................................................................. $5.00

Broken spine, torn cover (book must be rebound) ............................................................. $15.00

Lost book, severe water damage, or mildew damage (book must be replaced):

Go Math Student Edition (consumable) ....................................... $10.00

Go Math Practice Workbook (consumable) ................................. $10.00

Integrated Math (consumable) ...................................................... $20.00

English Holt Literature & Language Arts ..................................... $85.00

English Inside Reading and Language........................................ $110.00

English Inside Writing .................................................................. $55.00

English Inside Practice Book (consumable) ................................. $30.00

English Inside Writer’s Workout (consumable) ........................... $20.00

Holt World History Medieval to Early Modern Times ................. $85.00

Holt United States History Independence to 1914 ........................ $95.00

Holt Life Science .......................................................................... $85.00

Holt Physical Science ................................................................... $85.00

Technology

James Rutter Middle School is fortunate to have a modern computer network with access to the internet. We

believe that a strong technology curriculum includes responsible use of computers and networks. JRMS has two

computer labs open for student and class use. Most classrooms also have a number of computers for student use.

Here are some basic guidelines that all students will follow. Please be advised that any unauthorized person who

electronically adds, alters, damages, deletes, or destroys any data, including grades, attendance and/or discipline

history, or who knowingly allows another person to engage in such conduct, is subject to suspension, expulsion,

and arrest. (E.C. 48900 (f), E.C. 48900 (g), and Penal Code 502.)

The Internet: All students will read the terms of internet use in the handbook and fill out and turn in the

Application for Educational Use of the INTERNET. If a teacher deems an Internet site inappropriate, the

teacher’s ruling is final. Continued access to that site will be deemed defiance and appropriate

disciplinary action will follow.


Chat Rooms and E-mail: Internet chat rooms and social media sites are off limits to students. Unless part

of a classroom activity, students may not send e-mail, or send personal information across the Internet.

Students may not access websites unless pre-approved by the school.

Saving Files: As part of class work students may save files to the school’s server in designated student

areas. Students need to follow their teacher’s direction closely when saving their work. Students should

title their files appropriately and should have their name and their teacher’s name clearly entered

somewhere in their file. Students are not to throw away, move, or access any work that does not belong to

them.

Computer “Hacking”: Students are not to modify any part of the computer set up or attempt to access

through hacking, stolen passwords, etc. any file or program that is not theirs or that they have not been

given specific permission to access.

Google Docs: Content of Google Docs must be school appropriate. Be advised that Google Docs saves

all user history.

Note: Parents, be sure to check the district website for information on internet safety at www.egusd.net.

STUDENT ACTIVITIES

Student activities are considered a privilege. These activities are planned to enrich and stimulate the social,

emotional, physical, and academic growth of students. All students involved in any student activity that will

result missing any class must have the permission of the classroom teacher in order to participate. Examples of

student activities are:

Lunch Time Activities

Athletics Events

Student Senate

ASB – Leadership

Dances

Field Trips

Student Council

The student council class is made up of 8th grade students. The Student Council has a great deal of responsibility

and affects daily campus life. Student Council members make decisions about yearly goals, when activities will

be held and how student body money is spent. Student Council members organize and promote dances,

assemblies, Spring Carnival, community service projects, and other special activities, as well as sponsor several

fundraisers.

Student Council members must maintain a “C” average with no “U’s” in citizenship for the entire year. Student

Council members must follow the school rules and dress code policy at all times. Truancy, or excessive tardies

or absences will result in removal from Student Council. Any Student Council member who commits a serious

violation of school rules, such as fighting, stealing or cheating will be removed from Student Council. Off

campus suspension will also result in removal from Student Council.

Student Store

The student store, located in the Gym complex, is open on school days during lunch and is owned and operated

by JRMS students and staff. All profits will be spent on school activities, as approved by the Associated

Student Body (ASB). Items for sale at the student store include P.E. clothes, school supplies, JRMS spirit wear,

dance and field trip tickets, yearbooks, as well as snack items. Students must behave appropriately while using

the student store (no cutting in line, no purchasing for others and no inappropriate language.) If students

misbehave or are disrespectful, the store will be closed.


School ID Cards

Each student is given his/her own identification card during the first week of school. The student ID card

should be considered valuable and must be carried at all times. Students must display their ID card when buying

tickets to any school event, at the entrance to all extra-curricular activities, field trips, at the lunch line, at the

request of an adult on campus, and when checking out a book at the library. Lost or stolen ID cards may be

replaced at the library for $4.00.

Assemblies and Rallies

Assemblies are planned periodically as special events on the school calendar. Some typical assembly themes

include athletics, cultural presentations, and professional speakers. Student attendance is a privilege and may be

revoked if grades and behavior are not satisfactory. Special attention to good behavior is expected of all

students during assemblies.

Athletics and Eligibility

The goal of the athletics program is to teach and develop physical skills, mental discipline, sportsmanship, and

the resilient spirit necessary for successful living for both boys and girls. Currently, after school sports

programs are available for basketball, girls volleyball, wrestling, and track and field.

Following are the district requirements and guidelines for participation in athletics.

2.0 Grade Point Average With No ‘F’ or NP Grades – Grade checks will be taken from the last quarter

grades for the current school year report card whenever possible. Teacher progress reports will

determine eligibility if a current year report card is not yet available.

Progress Reports – All students who participate in interscholastic sports obtain weekly teacher

progress reports in all classes. If at any time their grades fall below 2.0 or they receive an ‘F’ in any

class, they will be suspended from team participation until their grades have improved to the standard

described in the first section.

Suspension – Off campus suspension may result in potential loss of eligibility for the suspension term.

Coach and administrator approval is required in order to reinstate the ineligible student. On campus

suspension eligibility will be at the discretion of the coach and/or the administrator.

Citizenship – Students who receive more than one unsatisfactory mark on the last quarter report card or

latest teacher’s progress report will be considered ineligible.

Clubs and Activities

Join a club to meet new people and have some fun! In early September of each year club sign-ups will occur.

An announcement for exact dates will be made during the Daily Bulletin. Students are also encouraged to

attend the first meeting of any club, to see if they are interested. If there are academic deficiencies or behavior

issues, students may be removed from participation in club activities.

James Rutter Middle School currently has the following active clubs: Club Live, Drama, Mathletes, Jr. Youth

Empowerment, Latino Success, Guitar, and Gamer’s Club. Come share the excitement. Any student who would

like to start a new club should contact the activities director.

Dances

Dances are considered a privilege at JRMS. Students may purchase tickets if they are not listed on the No

Activities List. Students must follow directions from school personnel at all dances. Students who are dancing

in a manner or style not appropriate for middle school will be asked to leave and must call home to ask a parent

to pick them up. Students who leave a dance without school personnel permission will be subject to disciplinary

action. Students not picked up within fifteen (15) minutes of the end of the dance may not be allowed to attend

the next dance. The doors for after school dances will close at 3:45 p.m. Students will not be admitted to the

dance after these times.

Field Trips

Students are responsible for making up any class work that is missed. Students must obtain permission

in writing from each of their teachers.


Students who behave inappropriately, or leave the group during a field trip will not be allowed to

participate in any future trips and may also face disciplinary action.

Students must be picked up within 15 minutes of the return time, if return is after school, or they may

lose the privilege of future school activities.

Note: Students must follow dress code guidelines on all field trips. Students must have a signed parent

permission slip to participate in any school-sponsored field trip. This applies to field trips held during the

school day, before or after school, and weekends.

Payment Procedures

Students can pay for the yearbook, P.E. clothes, spirit wear, and field trips at the student store before school,

during lunch time, and after school when the student store is open. Cash or money orders only are allowed.

PROMOTION, 8TH GRADE ACTIVITIES AND

FIELD TRIP PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS

Credit and Promotion Information

Students earn 2.5 credits for each quarter class passed. Students in 8th grade must have a minimum of 100

credits to participate in the 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony. Students in the 7th grade with 0-39 credits at the

end of the school year will be at risk of not participating in the 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony the next year.

Students in the 7th grade with less than 60 credits earned by the end of the school year may attend Summer

School to make up credits.

The Elk Grove Unified School District recognizes that participation in the middle school promotion ceremony

is a privilege for each student. The faculty and staff of James Rutter Middle School encourages and supports

student participation in the promotion ceremony; however, student achievement and good citizenship must be

maintained during the eighth grade year. As a result, standards for participation in the promotion ceremony and

8th grade end-of-year activities have been developed. Please refer to Promotion, 8th Grade Activities and Field

Trip Participation Requirements in the Student/Parent Handbook.

Provisions

Adjustments to the required minimum of credits for academic promotion may be made for the following

reasons:

Students transferring to James Rutter Middle School from another 7th-8th grade school

Students placed on a minimum day schedule or alternative program such as ISP

Acaletes credits which may not be reported until the 4th quarter with counselor and administrator

approval

Alternative Programs

Students in alternative programs such as home schooling, ISP and Home & Hospital tutoring are not eligible to

participate in the promotion ceremony or any of the 8th grade end-of-year field trips or activities.

Suspensions

An eighth grade student who has received a second home suspension during the 4th quarter will not be eligible

to participate in the promotion ceremony. 8th grade students who receive an extended suspension or commit an

expellable offense during the 4th quarter will not participate in the promotion ceremony. An 8th grade student

may not attend the promotion ceremony while under home suspension, even if the home suspension is the first

home suspension for the student.

Lost, Stolen or Damaged Books

Students whose library books have been lost or stolen, or are overdue, or whose classroom textbooks have been

lost or stolen, or students who owe fines for damages will be ineligible to participate in any 8th grade end of year

activity or field trip. Payment for lost or stolen books, or fines for damages should be directed to the school

librarian. Cash or money orders are the acceptable method of payment.


Appropriate Attire

The 8th grade promotion ceremony is to be an enjoyable, memorable occasion for the students and their

families. Appropriate attire is required for this occasion and students who wear inappropriate attire will not be

allowed to participate in the ceremony. The promotion ceremony is not considered a formal event, such as a

high school prom. An example of appropriate attire for boys is dress pants and collared shirt. An appropriate

example for girls is dress pants, a dress or skirt that adheres to JRMS & EGUSD dress code policy.

8th Grade 4th Quarter Activities

Eligibility for all 4th quarter activities, excluding the promotion ceremony, will be based on:

the progress report and term report card, with consideration for both grades and citizenship

suspensions

fines owed

The promotion ceremony eligibility will be based on 100+ credits, the No Activities List, 4th quarter grades and

citizenship.

RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY AND RESILIENCE

Manners and Respect

Students are expected to treat adults and students courteously and respectfully at all times. Try to use these

basic communication rules:

I accept my peers for who they are and appreciate their differences.

I treat others with kindness, compassion, and courtesy (I would never roll my eyes or show other non-

verbal signs of disrespect)

I leave each place I visit in better conditions than I found it.

I will use my mind to think critically, logically, and creatively to generate ideas and solve problems

I will value my education and the education of others by not distracting myself or others from their

education.

I will choose to do the right thing even when it is difficult to do.

I will be a responsible member of this community.

Safety Procedures in Our Neighborhood

Students are encouraged to refer to these safety tips:

Always be aware of strangers in cars or standing around in the community as you walk to and from

school.

Avoid anyone who looks or acts suspicious.

Walk in groups of two (2) or more if at all possible.

If you feel threatened or afraid, go to the nearest house and ring the bell.

Report any suspicious behavior to your parent or to school staff.

Transportation Safety Contract

For the safety of all students and others on campus, the following will be strictly enforced while on campus.

Repeated violations may result in loss of bicycle, scooter and/or skateboard privileges on campus.

Bicycle Riders, Scooter Riders and Skateboarders Shall:

Ride on the right side of the road.

Stop at all stop signs and obey red lights just as cars do.

Stop and check for traffic in both directions when leaving driveways, pathways, bike lanes, or curbs.

Slow down and check for traffic at all corners.

Walk their bike/skateboard at all crosswalks.

Use bike lanes or designated bike routes whenever possible, not the sidewalk.

Never ride over or between road medians.


Walk their bike/skateboard while entering or leaving campus.

Exit campus using the front entrance or through the gate next to bike rack.

Provide their own lock and chain for securing their bike in the designated area.

Wear a helmet which is properly fitted and fastened at all times.

Be respectful, courteous, and mindful of vehicles, neighbor’s homes, and property.

Helmet Law (Vehicle Code § 21212): (a) A person under 18 years of age shall not operate a bicycle, a non-

motorized scooter, or a skateboard, nor shall they wear in-line or roller skates, nor ride upon a bicycle, a non-

motorized scooter, or a skateboard as a passenger, upon a street, bikeway, as defined in Section 890.4 of the

Streets and Highways Code, or any other public bicycle path or trail unless that person is wearing a properly

fitted and fastened bicycle helmet that meets the standards of either the American Society for Testing and

Materials (ASTM) or the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), or standards

subsequently established by those entities. This requirement also applies to a person who rides upon a bicycle

while in a restraining seat that is attached to the bicycle or in a trailer towed by the bicycle.

Walkers Shall:

Use the sidewalks or other areas designated for pedestrians.

Always cross the street at designated crosswalks.

Stop and check for traffic in both directions when crossing streets or leaving the curb.

Stop at all stop signs and obey crossing signals.

Stay off busy streets whenever possible.

Exit the campus using the main gate or the gate next to bike rack.

Vehicle Riders Shall:

Wait for rides on the sidewalk and other designated areas.

Exit the campus using the main gate or the gate next to bike rack.

All students must exit campus within 20 minutes of the end of the school day and/or the conclusion of

their school sponsored activity.

Bicycles, Skateboards and Scooters on Campus

Students may lock bicycles, skateboards and scooters in the enclosed bike rack upon arrival to school. The

school is not responsible for bicycles, skateboards or scooters on campus.

Campus Supervisors

Our campus supervisors are on the campus grounds before school, after school, during lunches and between

classes. Campus supervisors help to ensure safety at JRMS. Campus supervisors are staff members whose

directions must be followed by all students. If you need help finding a class, just need someone to talk to, or

need to report a problem on campus, a campus supervisor is available to help.

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JAMES RUTTER MIDDLE SCHOOL CODE OF CONDUCT

James Rutter Middle School Essential Rules

1. Follow the District and School Behavior and Dress Code Policies every day.

2. Follow the directions of all adults on campus the first time.

3. Use appropriate language (no profanity) and refrain from shouting or using loud voices.

4. Be Respectful, Responsible and Resilient at all times.

Read and follow the PBIS Matrix in each area.

Be a good citizen.

Keep your hands to yourself and off others and their property, including play fighting and horseplay.

Communicate respectfully. Words, tone, body language, and gestures are all important.

5. Come to school prepared to learn every day; bring your backpack, books, PE clothes, paper, pens,

and pencils.

6. Avoid starting or being a part of rumors, bullying, fights, instigating, participating, or being around

any negative behaviors.

7. Walk at all times.

8. Turn off and put away all electronics and accessories until the school day is over.

James Rutter Middle School Classroom Expectations

1. Attend class every day, on time.

2. Take care of your restroom needs before class starts.

3. Enter and exit the classroom quietly.

4. Be seated and ready to work when the bell rings.

5. When you need something, be respectful and polite while getting the teacher’s attention and

patiently wait for the teacher to respond to you.

6. Come prepared with class materials and be ready to learn.

7. Always get permission and wait for your teacher to dismiss you.

8. Personal grooming is to be completed outside of class time.

James Rutter Middle School Lunch Expectations

1. Stay in the designated lunch area.

2. No cutting in lunch lines or at student store.

3. Eat only at cafeteria tables, outside picnic tables, or benches near the lawn. No eating on the stage or

steps to the stage.

4. Throw away all paper, wrappers, and food trash into a trash can. Leave the tables, floor, and eating

areas in a clean condition for others.

Failure to follow the JRMS Code of Conduct or the district’s and school’s behavior and dress code

policies will result in disciplinary consequence which may include lunch detention, after school detention,

referral to the Restorative Practices Center, home suspension, or recommendation for expulsion.

BEHAVIOR AND DISCIPLINE INFORMATION

Detention Schedule

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 3:05 – 4:00 p.m.

As a parent, you are the best person to set rules and consequences for your children. Society has set rules,

as well. This section outlines those rules. Parents can impact their children’s discipline at home and at school.

Studies prove that children whose parents are involved in their education perform better in school. That

is why we encourage parents to be active with their children at all grade levels. We encourage parents to work

with their school parent group, volunteer in the classroom and to be active with their children’s learning at

home.


Behavior and Discipline Information

All rules and regulations contained in the Elk Grove Unified School District Education Codes Related to

Discipline for students and parents as well as the California Education Code and California Penal Code are

enforced at James Rutter Middle School. Copies of these regulations are available at the back of this handbook

and are reviewed with all students throughout the school year.

Positive Behavior Intervention Strategies (PBIS)

PBIS is a proactive, collaborative, instructional approach to prepare students to be contributing members of

their community. By teaching, modeling and reinforcing the school’s motto of the 3R’s, (Respectful,

Responsible, Resilient) students will be prepared to learn, achieve and contribute to their school, family and

community. The aim of PBIS is to create a school environment where students and staff feel safe, respected and

ready to learn. The first goal is to recognize and value our JRMS students for being hard working, responsible,

and respectful. To support this goal, an incentive-based system has been implemented to reward students

modeling good behavior.

Definitions of Disciplinary Consequences

The following is a list of consequences with an explanation for each.

Campus Beautification: Campus beautification is intended to be a positive reinforcement to increase pride of

ownership of the campus. Students will be designated different tasks after school or during lunch to improve

the overall image of the campus.

After School Detention: Administrators, teachers and all other school personnel may assign After School

Detention with parent notification, for student’s failure to follow school rules. Transportation must be arranged

by the student and parent. A parent or guardian may reschedule their student’s After School Detention one time

by contacting the school office at 916.422.3232, no later than 3:00 p.m. on the date of the scheduled detention.

Failure to attend an assigned After School Detention will result in the student being placed on the No Activities

List until the detention is served. Students who arrive late to the detention room will not be allowed to enter

and will be rescheduled.

Lunch Detention: Lunch detention is served with a staff member during lunch time. Failure to serve lunch

detention will result in being placed on the No Activities List until the detention is served.

Buddy Room: Teachers may send a student to another teacher’s classroom to sit quietly and complete work if

the student appears to be having a difficult time staying on task and/or is distracting others. This consequence

may be used in lieu of more strict consequences, such as behavior referrals, assignment to the Restorative

Practices Center, or administrative referrals.

Restorative Practices Center: When a student is disruptive to the learning environment, the teacher may send

the student to the Restorative Practices Center (RPC) for a maximum of two consecutive class periods, from

that class for each infraction, where he/she is required to work on assignments. Repeatedly being sent to the

RPC may result in further consequences including detentions and home suspension. Parents will be notified by

the teacher, as well as the RPC teacher, whenever a student has been sent to the RPC.

Suspension: Students who have committed a serious offense or who have repeatedly broken school rules may

be assigned home suspension. The student will not be allowed on or about the campus until the time is served

and a parent conference or telephone contact has occurred. This may be from one to five days in length.

Expulsion: If a student has violated the Education Code related to behavior, the school may move to expel that

student from the Elk Grove Unified School District. If a student is expelled from school, he/she may not return

to the school district for the remainder of the semester or the semester following or for the full calendar year.


JRMS AND EGUSD DRESS CODE

Parents or guardians have the primary responsibility for appropriate standards of dress and grooming. However,

as an educational entity, the Secondary Division of the Elk Grove Unified School District has the responsibility

to establish and maintain standards of dress and grooming that support a positive, appropriate, and safe learning

and teaching environment.

The purpose of a dress and grooming code is to facilitate education, not to inhibit any person’s taste in attire or

appearance. Students should be clean and neatly dressed in a manner that will be appropriate to the school

setting, not hazardous to the health and safety of the students, and not disruptive or distracting from the

educational program of the school. In addition, no articles of clothing, apparel or school materials, including

hats, backpacks, and binders, may have pictures, printing, or writing that is crude, vulgar, profane, sexually

suggestive, racially, ethnically, or religiously intolerant, that contain images of weapons, tobacco, drugs and/or

alcohol, or which the school’s administration reasonably predicts will disrupt the learning environment.

Specifically, the students at James Rutter Middle School are expected to abide by the following dress code:

Pants, Shorts, Skirts:

No undergarments showing

No holes, rips or frays higher than mid-thigh.

No sagging pants

No short shorts or short skirts. Shorts, skirts and dresses must not be shorter than mid-thigh.

No pajamas except for flannel pajama bottoms during designated spirit days

Belts must be worn around the waist.

Tops, Shirts, Blouses:

No undergarments showing (including clear bra straps)

No bare midriffs or crop tops

No low cut tops

No “see-through” or fishnet fabrics

No halter tops, strapless tops, off the shoulder tops, or bra-like tops

No muscle shirts

Footwear:

Shoes must be worn at all times

No house slippers, flip flops, slides or wheelies are allowed

Hat/Head Covering Policy: The Elk Grove Unified School District allows students to wear certain types of

hats on campus to protect them from damage caused by exposure to the sun. At James Rutter Middle School,

students may not wear baseball caps and visors with writing and/or images that are deemed by school

administration to be disruptive to the learning environment. All cap bills must face forward.

In addition, the following rules regarding hats on campus must be observed:

Skull/wave caps, and masks are not permitted on campus.

No bandanas.

Grooming items and headwear such as hair rollers, shower caps, hair rags, picks worn in the hair, etc.,

are not allowed.

Hoods and hats are not to be worn indoors at any time.

The school administration may limit or prohibit specific clothing that has been determined by law enforcement

or gang experts to be affiliated with an actual gang. In consultation with law enforcement or other gang experts,

the school administration may limit clothing or apparel where there is a reasonable basis for identifying such

clothing or apparel as gang affiliated. Limitations and prohibitions on gang-related clothing or apparel will be


applied equally to all students, and in no instance will a student’s clothing or apparel be identified as gang-

related based solely on the student’s race, national origin or ancestry.

Students failing to comply with the dress code may be asked to call their parents or guardians to bring a change

of clothing, may have inappropriate items confiscated, or in the case of repeated violations, may be subject to

progressive disciplinary consequences.

ELK GROVE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT DISCIPLINE POLICY

Disciplinary Practices

A student may be disciplined, suspended, or expelled for acts enumerated in Disciplinary Practices and

Progressive Discipline that are related to school activity or school attendance occurring at any district school or

within any other school district, including, but not limited to, any of the following:

1. While on school grounds.

2. While going to or coming from school.

3. During the lunch period whether on or off campus.

4. During, while going to, or coming from a school sponsored activity.

5. For conduct which occurs after school hours and off District property, but which is reasonably likely to

cause or causes a substantial disruption of a school activity or attendance. [EGUSD AR 5144.1]

Alternatives, Interventions and Progressive Discipline

The Elk Grove Unified School District has a defined and progressive set of interventions, remediation

and consequences that schools follow when a student misbehaves. The superintendent or principal may

use his or her discretion to provide alternatives to suspension or expulsion to address student misconduct.

[E.C. 48900(v), 48900.5] [EGUSD AR 5144]

● Parent Contact – verbal or written communication with the parent or guardian

● Counseling – individual or group meetings of the student, which consist of teachers, counselors,

administrators, parents, and the student to address the behavior issue and develop a plan of action to

correct the student’s behavior

● Personal Responsibility – students participate in directed activities such as written apologies,

restitution, school/community service, conflict resolution skills

● Detention – students participate in behavior modification for a period of 30 minutes to two hours

during non-instructional time

● Community Service - student may be assigned work performed in the community or on school grounds

in the areas of outdoor beautification, community or campus betterment, and teacher, peer, or youth

assistance programs

● Parent Conference – a formal meeting between the parents or guardians and school personnel to

discuss the student’s needs

● In-School Suspension – assignment of student to separate supervised activity during the school day

with the intent of correcting inappropriate activity

Grounds for Suspension or Expulsion

A student shall not be disciplined, suspended or recommended for expulsion unless the Superintendent, a

designee or the principal of the school in which the student is enrolled determines the student has violated one

or more parts of an act as defined by any of the following subdivisions identified in Ed Code 48900 inclusive

of:

● Acts of Violence [E.C. 48900(a)]

● Weapons and Dangerous Objects [E.C. 48900(b)]


● Drugs and Alcohol [E.C. 48900(c)]

● Sale of “Look-Alike” Controlled Substance or Alcohol [E.C. 48900(d)]

● Robbery or Extortion [E.C. 48900(e)]

● Damage to Property [E.C. 48900(f)]

● Theft or Stealing [E.C. 48900(g)]

● Tobacco [E.C. 48900(h)]

● Profanity, Obscene Acts, Vulgarity [E.C. 48900(i)]

● Drug Paraphernalia [E.C. 48900(j)]

● Willful Defiance or Disruption of School Activities [E.C. 48900(k)(1)]

● Possession of Stolen Property [E.C. 48900(l)]

● Imitation Firearm [E.C. 48900(m)]

● Sexual Assault or Sexual Battery [E.C. 48900(n)]

● Harassment of a Student Witness [E.C. 48900(o)]

● Prescription Drug Soma [E.C. 48900(p)]

● Hazing [E.C. 48900(q)]

● Bullying and Bullying by Electronic Act [E.C. 48900(r)]

(Please see the Table of Education Codes Related to Discipline for more detail.)

Students who commit these offenses may be suspended from school and/or to the Superintendent’s designee

with the recommendation for reassignment to an alternative program or expulsion and transfer to an alternative

program. Major acts of misconduct must be reported to the school administrator immediately after the incident

and may result in the immediate removal of a student from the school following suspension due process

procedures.

Suspension is the removal of a student from the classroom for disciplinary reasons for a defined period of time

by a teacher or school administrator. A principal or designee may suspend a student for up to five days. A

teacher may suspend a student for the remainder of the class in which the misbehavior occurred and for the next

day’s class. A suspension may be extended under certain conditions.

There are two kinds of suspension – on-campus suspension and home suspension. Students placed on home

suspension are not permitted on or near the school campus, nor are they allowed to participate in any school

activities during suspension. They may, however, be required to complete assignments and tests which will be

made available to them through an intermediary.

Expulsion, as ordered by the Board of Education, is the removal of a student from all schools in the Elk Grove

Unified School District for violating the California Education Code. The expulsion is for a defined period of

time, but an application for re-admission must be considered within a specified time period. State law provides

for due process and rights to appeal any order of expulsion.

If a student’s behavior is a threat to the safety, health or emotional well-being of others, and previous methods

of prevention and intervention have not been successful, that student may be suspended in accordance with state

law and district policy.

Suspension may be imposed upon a first offense if the Superintendent, principal or designee determines the

student violated Education Code 48900(a)-(e) or if the student’s presence causes a danger to persons. [E.C.

48900.5]

For all other acts and conduct for which a student is subject to discipline under Education Code 48900 through

48900.7 and which are not specifically listed or addressed under Education Code 48915(a) or 48915(c), a

student may be recommended for expulsion where other means of correction are not feasible or have repeatedly

failed to bring about proper conduct, or where due to the nature of the student’s conduct violation, the presence

of the student causes a continuing danger to the physical safety of the student or others. [E.C. 48915(b) and (e)]


The Role of Parents and Guardians

School rules are designed to teach children to be responsible, respectful, and safe. Parents and guardians have a

key role in maintaining welcoming, safe campus environments that are conducive to learning.

Parents and guardians are urged to review district and school standards of conduct and rules with their children

at the start of each school year, with special emphasis during critical transitional years when children move

from elementary to middle school, and from middle to high school. Reinforcing positive behavior and

acknowledging children for demonstrating appropriate conduct is important. If parents or guardians spot a

behavior problem, they should contact school staff, who will partner with them to find solutions. Parent/student

handbooks are available online in English, Spanish, Hmong and Vietnamese.

The Elk Grove Unified School District is committed to strong partnerships between home and school to

establish and enforce appropriate standards of conduct for students. In the event of student misconduct,

teachers, school or district personnel will contact parents first, unless the infraction is so serious that police

notification is mandated.

Assistance is available for parents or guardians who are dealing with difficult or out-of-control children. Parents

are given tools to empower them as they work toward modifying the behavior of their difficult children. To find

out more, visit the webpage of Student Support and Health Services at www.egusd.net/student-support-and-

health-services.

Behavioral Requirements for Participation in Graduation Ceremonies

Students must demonstrate good citizenship to participate in the graduation ceremony. Any student who has

received an off-campus suspension from school in the spring semester prior to graduation will be notified in

writing that if a second off-campus suspendable event occurs, he/she will not be eligible to participate in the

graduation ceremony. Any senior student who receives an off-campus suspension within the last 20 school

attendance days prior to the date of graduation may be denied the privilege of participating in the graduation

ceremony, even if that off-campus suspension is the student’s first off-campus suspension during his/her senior

year. If a student receives an off-campus suspension that falls on the day of graduation practice or of the

graduation ceremony, that student will not be allowed to participate in graduation. A senior student with a

second off-campus suspension will be denied the privilege of participating in the graduation ceremony. In

addition, a senior student may not attend the graduation ceremony while under off-campus suspension, even if

the off-campus suspension is the first for the student during the senior year. Each high school student and

his/her parent/guardian will receive annual notification of this policy. [B.P. 5127(a)]

Prohibition on Possession and Use of Tobacco and Nicotine Products

District policy and the Education Code prohibit the possession, use, manufacture, distribution, or dispensing of

tobacco and nicotine products at school or during school related activities. The District defines “tobacco and

nicotine products” as a lighted or unlighted cigarette, cigar, pipe or other smoking product or material,

smokeless tobacco in any form, and electronic cigarettes. “Electronic cigarettes” are defined as battery-

operated or other electronic products designed to deliver nicotine, flavor and other chemicals by turning the

substance into a vapor that is inhaled by the user, including, but not limited to, electronic vaping devices,

personal vaporizers, digital vapor devices, electronic nicotine delivery systems, and hookah pens.

Students determined to have used or to be in possession of tobacco or nicotine products at school or school

related activities may be subject to discipline under District policy, Education Code 48900(h), and/or other

applicable laws. Students determined to have used or to be in possession of products at school or school related

activities that can be used to consume and/or use tobacco or nicotine products, including but not limited to

“electronic cigarettes” as defined above, but which do not contain tobacco, nicotine, or any other controlled

substance, may be subject to discipline under District policy, Education Code 48900(k)(1), and/or other

applicable laws. {E.C. 48901}

Law Enforcement Partnerships

The Division of Safety and Security works in cooperation with the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Department. This department also works closely with the Elk Grove Police, Sacramento Police, Rancho Cordova Police and


the Sacramento County Probation Department. Each comprehensive high school region has an assigned Sheriff’s deputy as a School Resource Officer (SRO).

The SRO is stationed at the high school and works with each region’s middle school and elementary schools’ site staff to enforce laws and mentor the District’s youth. Additional officers are dedicated to the alternative education sites, assist at elementary and middle schools as well as address truancy problems. Interview of a Student by Law Enforcement The Division of Safety and Security works in cooperation with the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Department. This department also works closely with the Elk Grove Police, Sacramento Police, Rancho Cordova Police and the Sacramento County Probation Department. Each comprehensive high school region has an assigned Sheriff’s deputy as a School Resource Officer (SRO). The SRO is stationed at the high school and works with each region’s middle school and elementary schools’ site staff to enforce laws and mentor the District’s youth. Additional officers are dedicated to the alternative education sites, assist at elementary and middle schools as well as address truancy problems. Release of a Student to Peace Officer If a peace officer removes a student from school, the principal or designee shall take immediate steps to notify a

parent or guardian, except when a student has been taken into custody as a victim of suspected child abuse or

neglect. In such cases, the peace officer will notify the parent or guardian. [E.C. 48906; Penal Code 11165.6]

Search and Seizure Policy

The Search and Seizure Policy governs the District’s authority to search individual students and their property

and the student’s responsibility to submit to searches. Under Board Policy 5145.12, school officials may

conduct a search when there is a reasonable suspicion the search will uncover evidence that the student is

violating the law or the rules of the school or District.

General inspections of school properties, such as lockers and desks, may be conducted on a regular, announced

basis. Any items in a locker shall be considered the property of the student to whom the locker was assigned.

The school principal or designee may search the person of a student, the student’s locker, backpack, purse or

other belongings if there is a reasonable suspicion to believe the student may have a concealed weapon,

narcotics, stolen property or contraband. [U.S. Supreme Court Case: New Jersey v. T.L.O. (1985) 469 U.S. 325;

B.P. 5145.12]

To ensure the safety of students and staff, schools may conduct random searches for weapons using metal

detectors.

The District may use specially trained, non-aggressive dogs to detect the presence of substances prohibited by

law or District policy. Dogs may be used in the inspection of lockers, vehicles, or personal property, but may

not be used to search a person.

Table of Education Codes Related to Discipline

ED CODE 48900(a)(1) ..................................Page 30 ED CODE 48900(l) ...................................... Page 42

ED CODE 48900(a)(2) ..................................Page 31 ED CODE 48900(m) .................................... Page 43

ED CODE 48900(b) ......................................Page 32 ED CODE 48900(n) ..................................... Page 44

ED CODE 48900(c) ...................................... ED CODE 48900(o) ..................................... Page 45

ED CODE 48900(d) ......................................Page 34 ED CODE 48900(p) ..................................... Page 46

ED CODE 48900(e) ......................................Page 35 ED CODE 48900(q) ..................................... Page 47

ED CODE 48900(f) .......................................Page 36 ED CODE 48900(r) ...................................... Page 48

ED CODE 48900(g) ......................................Page 37 ED CODE 48900(t) ...................................... Page 50

ED CODE 48900(h) ......................................Page 38 ED CODE 48900.2 ....................................... Page 51

ED CODE 48900(i) .......................................Page 39 ED CODE 48900.3 ....................................... Page 52

ED CODE 48900(j) .......................................Page 40 ED CODE 48900.4 ....................................... Page 53

ED CODE 48900(k) ......................................Page 41 ED CODE 48900.7 ....................................... Page 54


ED CODE 48900(a)(1)

Student Infraction First Intervention/

Consequence

Second Intervention/

Consequence

Third, Subsequent

Intervention/Consequence

Caused, attempted to

cause, or threatened to

cause physical injury to

another person

Mandatory Actions:

Ensure due process

Conference with student

Collect statements from other

witnesses

Provide corrective feedback:

de- escalate student, attempt

to identify root or ancillary

causes for behavior, re-

teach/practice identified

behavior skills, facilitate

student re-entry

Contact family/guardian

Review student’s past

similar behaviors and

document current incident in

Synergy

Re-entry conference if

suspended

Other potential actions:

Consider alternatives to

suspension

Restorative

Practices/Interventions


Referral to school counselor

Contact Foster Youth Services

Site MTSS process

Referral to Student

Support Centers for

outside

services/supports

Notification to law

enforcement (refer to AR

5144.3 and 5145.11)

1 – 3 day suspension

Depending on the severity of

the incident, as well as

pertinent extenuating

circumstances regarding the

student(s) involved, days of

suspension may extend up to

5 days. Contact your

director or SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:

Ensure due process



witnesses


de- escalate student, attempt to

identify root or ancillary




student re-entry

Contact Family/guardian

Review student’s past similar

behaviors and document

current incident in Synergy


suspended



suspension

Restorative





Site MTSS process

Referral to Student

Support Centers for

outside services/supports

Notification to law


5144.3 and 5145.11)


Extreme Fights – contact

Director or SSHS






suspension may extend up to 5

days. Contact your director or

SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:

Ensure due process



witnesses

Provide corrective feedback: de-

escalate student, attempt to identify

root or ancillary causes for

behavior, re-teach/practice

identified behavior skills, facilitate

student re-entry



behaviors and document current

incident in Synergy

Re-entry conference if suspended


Consider alternatives to suspension

Restorative Practices/Interventions




Site MTSS process

Referral to Student Support

Centers for outside

services/supports

Notification to law enforcement

(refer to AR 5144.3 and 5145.11)


In consult with site

Principal, contact SSHS for

possible consideration for a

Recommendation of

Expulsion


ED CODE 48900(a)(2)


Consequence


Consequence

Third, Subsequent


Willfully used force or violence upon the person of another, except in self- defense

Mandatory Actions:

Ensure due process Conference with student Collect statements from other

witnesses Provide corrective

feedback: de- escalate

student, attempt to identify



identified behavior skills,

facilitate student re-entry Contact family/guardian Review student’s past


document current incident

in Synergy Re-entry conference if

suspended

Other potential actions: Consider alternatives to

suspension Restorative

Practices/Interventions Student Study Team (SST) Referral to school counselor Contact Foster Youth Services Site MTSS process Referral to Student

Support Centers for

outside

services/supports

Notification to law enforcement (refer to AR

5144.3 and 5145.11) 1 – 3 day suspension Depending on the severity

of the incident, as well as

pertinent extenuating circumstances regarding

the student(s) involved,

days of suspension may

extend up to 5 days.

Contact your director or

SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:












suspended




Support Centers for

outside

services/supports Notification to law



of the incident, as well as pertinent extenuating

circumstances regarding




Contact your director or SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:


witnesses Provide corrective feedback:


identify root or ancillary causes

for behavior, re-teach/practice


facilitate student re-entry Contact family/guardian Review student’s past similar


current incident in Synergy Re-entry conference if

suspended




Support Centers for


Notification to law

enforcement (refer to AR 5144.3 and 5145.11)

3 – 5 day suspension In consult with site

Principal, contact SSHS

for possible

consideration for a Recommendation of

Expulsion


ED CODE 48900(b)


Consequence


Consequence

Third, Subsequent


Possessed, sold, or otherwise furnished any firearm, knife, explosive, or other dangerous object, unless, in the case of possession of any object of this type, the pupil had obtained written permission to possess the item from a certificated

school employee, which is

concurred in by the principal or the designee of the

principal.

Ed. Code 48915(g) – As used

in this section, "knife" means

any dirk, dagger, or other

weapon with a fixed,

sharpened blade fitted primarily for stabbing,

a weapon with a blade

fitted primarily for

stabbing, a weapon with a

blade longer than 3 ½

inches, a folding knife with a blade that locks into

place, or a razor with an

unguarded blade.

Ed. Code 48915(h) – As used in this section, the

term

"explosive" means

"destructive device" as

described in Section 921 of Title 18 of the United States

Code. *If student possessed,

sold, or otherwise furnished

a firearm, please refer to CA

Ed. Code 48915(c) (1)

*If student brandished a

knife at another person,

please refer to CA Ed. Code

48915(c)(2)

*If Student possessed an

explosive please refer to CA Ed. Code 48915(c)(5) and

(h).

Mandatory Actions:


witnesses Confiscation of object Notification to law


5144.3 and 5145.11) Give object to appropriate law

enforcement Provide corrective feedback:


to identify root or ancillary causes for behavior, re-



student re-entry Contact family/guardian Review student’s past


document current incident in Synergy


Confiscation of object Give object to appropriate law

enforcement

Other potential actions: Restorative


Support Centers for

outside

services/supports 1 – 5 day suspension In consult with site

Principal, contact

SSHS for possible

consideration for a

Recommendation of

Expulsion

Mandatory Actions:


witnesses Notification to law


5144.3 and 5145.11) Confiscation of object Give object to appropriate law









Synergy Re-entry conference if

suspended Confiscation of object Give object to appropriate law

enforcement



Support Centers for outside


Principal, contact

SSHS for possible consideration for a

Recommendation of

Expulsion

Mandatory Actions:




5144.3 and 5145.11) Confiscation of object Give object to appropriate law










suspended Confiscation of object Give object to appropriate law

enforcement





Principal, contact


Recommendation of

Expulsion


ED CODE 48900(c)


Consequence


Consequence

Third, Subsequent


Unlawfully possessed, used, sold, or otherwise furnished, or been under the influence of, any controlled substance listed in Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11053) of Division

10 of the Health and Safety

Code, an alcoholic beverage, or an intoxicant of any kind.

*If Student was unlawfully selling a controlled substance

please refer to CA Ed. Code

48915(c)(3).

Ed. Code 48915(c)(3) – The

principal or superintendent

of schools shall immediately

suspend, pursuant to Section 48911, and shall recommend

expulsion of a pupil that he

or she determines has

committed any of the

following acts at school or at a school activity off school

grounds… unlawfully selling

a controlled substance listed

in Chapter 2 (commencing

with Section 11053) of Division 10 of the Health

and Safety Code.

Mandatory Actions:



enforcement within 1

school day (EC 48902)

Give substance to

appropriate law enforcement

authority

Provide corrective



root or ancillary causes for behavior, re-teach/

practice identified






suspended 1 – 3 day suspension

(Marijuana and alcohol)

Others Substances –

contact Director or SSHS

Selling Drugs

5 Day Suspension if Student is selling or sold

a controlled substance

Recommendation for

expulsion if Student is

selling or sold a controlled

substance


Practices/Interventions Student Study Team (SST) Email Tami Silvera w/

student name and ID# Referral to school counselor Contact Foster Youth

Services Site MTSS process Referral to Student

Support Centers for


Depending on the severity of the incident, as well as



the student(s) involved, days

of suspension may extend up to 5 days.

Contact your director

or SSHS

Mandatory Actions:





Give substance to

appropriate law enforcement

authority

Provide corrective



root or ancillary causes for behavior, re-teach/

practice identified






suspended 2 – 4 day suspension


Others Substances –

contact Director or SSHS

Selling Drugs

5 Day Suspension if

Student is selling or sold

a controlled substance Recommendation for

expulsion if Student is

selling or sold a controlled

substance





Support Centers for


Depending on the severity



the student(s) involved, days

of suspension may



Mandatory Actions:



enforcement within 1 school

day (EC 48902)

Give substance to

appropriate law enforcement authority




causes for behavior, re-teach/

practice identified behavior skills, facilitate student re-

entry Contact family/guardian Review student’s past similar


incident in Synergy Re-entry conference if suspended 3 – 5 day suspension


Others Substances – contact

Director or SSHS

Selling Drugs

5 Day Suspension if Student

is selling or sold a controlled

substance

Recommendation for expulsion

if Student is selling or sold a controlled substance



student name and ID# Referral to school counselor Contact Foster Youth Services Site MTSS process Referral to Student Support

Centers for outside

services/supports


ED CODE 48900(d)


Consequence


Consequence

Third, Subsequent


Unlawfully offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any controlled substance listed in Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11053) of Division 10 of the Health and Safety Code, an alcoholic beverage, or an intoxicant of any kind, and

either sold, delivered, or

otherwise furnished to any person another liquid,

substance, or material and

represented the liquid,

substance, or material as a

controlled substance,

alcoholic beverage, or intoxicant.

*Reminder: If Student is

unlawfully selling a

controlled substance, it may

also be a violation of

48915(c). If so, please refer

to CA Ed. Code 48915(c)(3).

Mandatory Actions:





Give substance to

appropriate law

enforcement authority

Provide corrective



root or ancillary causes for behavior, re-teach/ practice



similar behaviors and document current incident


suspended






Support Centers for

outside

services/supports 1 – 3 day suspension Depending on the severity





extend up to 5 days. Contact your director or

SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:





Give substance to

appropriate law

enforcement authority

Provide corrective



root or ancillary causes for behavior, re-teach/ practice





suspended




Student Study Team (SST) Email Tami Silvera w/



Support Centers for


2 – 4 day suspension Depending on the severity




the student(s) involved, days of suspension may



SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:




day (EC 48902)

Give substance to

appropriate law

enforcement authority Provide corrective feedback:



for behavior, re-teach/ practice

identified behavior skills, facilitate student re-entry

Contact family/guardian Review student’s past similar


current incident in Synergy Re-entry conference if suspended




Student Study Team (SST) Email Tami Silvera w/

student name and ID# Referral to school counselor Contact Foster Youth Services Site MTSS process Referral to Student Support

Centers for outside



for possible consideration

for a Recommendation of

Expulsion


ED CODE 48900(e)


Consequence


Consequence

Third, Subsequent


Committed or attempted to commit robbery or extortion

Mandatory Actions:




5144.3 and 5145.11)

Provide corrective


student, attempt to identify root or ancillary causes for

behavior, re-teach/ practice






suspended




Support Centers for


Notification to law


5144.3 and 5145.11) 1 – 3 day suspension Depending on the severity of





suspension may extend up to 5 days. Contact your

director or SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:




5144.3 and 5145.11)

Provide corrective





facilitate student re-entry Contact Family/guardian Review student’s past




suspended




Support Centers for

outside



5144.3 and 5145.11) 2 – 4 day suspension Depending on the severity of

the incident, as well as pertinent extenuating




5 days. Contact your director or SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:




5144.3 and 5145.11)



to identify root or ancillary causes for behavior, re-teach/

practice identified behavior

skills, facilitate student re-

entry Contact family/guardian Review student’s past



Synergy Re-entry conference if

suspended




Support Centers for


Notification to law


5144.3 and 5145.11) 3 – 5 day suspension In consult with site

Principal, contact

SSHS for possible

consideration for a

Recommendation of Expulsion


ED CODE 48900(f)


Consequence


Consequence

Third, Subsequent


Caused or attempted to cause damage to school or private property

Mandatory Actions:







behavior skills, facilitate student re-entry

Review past alternative

means of correction (Ed

Code 48900.5) Contact family/guardian Review student’s past




suspended




Support Centers for

outside


enforcement • (refer to AR 5144.3 and 5145.11) Suspension only permitted

on “first offense” if student’s

presence causes a danger

to persons. In such instances, 1 – 3 day suspension.

“First offense” refers to the

first documented offense of

a student in the current

school year that qualifies

as a violation of Education Code 48900

and/or 48915,

although formal

exclusionary disciplinary

action may not have been taken against the student.





the student(s) involved, days of suspension may extend

up to 5 days. Contact your

director or SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:














suspended




Support Centers for

outside

services/supports

Notification to law






the student(s) involved, days of suspension may extend

up to 5 days. Contact your

director or SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:







facilitate student re-entry Review past alternative means

of correction (Ed Code

48900.5) Contact family/guardian Review student’s past similar

behaviors and document current incident in Synergy





Support Centers for


Notification to law




for possible

consideration for a



ED CODE 48900(g)


Consequence


Consequence

Third, Subsequent


Stole or attempted to

steal school property or

private property

Mandatory Actions:








Review past

alternative means

of correction (Ed





suspended




Support Centers for

outside



5144.3 and 5145.11)

Suspension only permitted

on “first offense” if

student’s presence causes a danger to persons. In such

instances, 1 – 3 day

suspension.

“First offense” refers to

the first documented offense of a student in

the current school year

that qualifies as a

violation of Education

Code 48900 and/ or 48915, although formal


action may not have

been taken against the

student.

Depending on the severity of the incident, as well as




days of suspension may extend up to 5 days.


SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:








Review past

alternative means

of correction (Ed





suspended




Student Study Team (SST) Referral to school counselor Contact Foster Youth Services Site MTSS process Referral to Student

Support Centers for

outside

services/supports





circumstances regarding the student(s) involved,




SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:







skills, facilitate student re-entry

Review past

alternative means of

correction (Ed Code




suspended




Support Centers for


Notification to law




for possible

consideration for a

Recommendation of

Expulsion


ED CODE 48900(h)


Consequence


Consequence

Third, Subsequent


Possessed or used tobacco, or any products containing tobacco or nicotine products, including, but not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, miniature cigars, clove cigarettes,

smokeless tobacco, snuff, chew

packets, and betel. However, this section does not prohibit

use or possession

by a pupil of his or her

own prescription

products.

Mandatory Actions:








Review past

alternative means

of correction (Ed





suspended



Practices/Interventions Student Study Team (SST) Referral to school counselor Contact Foster Youth


Support Centers for

outside

services/supports Suspension only permitted


student’s presence causes a

danger to persons. In such


suspension. “First offense” refers to

the first documented

offense of a student in

the current school year

that qualifies as a violation of Education

Code 48900 and/ or

48915, although formal

exclusionary

disciplinary action may not have been taken

against the student.








SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:








Review past

alternative means

of correction (Ed





suspended













SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:








Review past


correction (Ed Code




suspended







for possible

consideration for a



ED CODE 48900(i)


Consequence


Consequence

Third, Subsequent


Committed an obscene act or engaged in habitual profanity or vulgarity.

Mandatory Actions:














suspended





Support Centers for

outside



5144.3 and 5145.11)


on “first offense” if student’s presence causes a

danger

to persons. In such instances,

1 – 3 day suspension.

“First offense” refers to the first documented offense of


school year that qualifies as

a violation of Education

Code 48900 and/or 48915,

although formal exclusionary disciplinary

action may not have been

taken against the student.







SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:














suspended






services/supports

Notification to law









SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:








Review past alternative means





suspended




Support Centers for




Principal, contact


Recommendation of

Expulsion


ED CODE 48900(j)


Consequence


Consequence

Third, Subsequent


Unlawfully possessed or unlawfully offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any drug paraphernalia.

Mandatory Actions:



feedback: de-escalate











suspended





Support Centers for

outside

services/supports Suspension only permitted



danger





school year that

qualifies as a violation of Education Code

48900 and/or 48915,

although formal










SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:














suspended





Support Centers for

outside








Mandatory Actions:



de-escalate student, attempt to












Support Centers for

outside services/supports 3 – 5 day suspension In consult with site

Principal, contact SSHS for possible

consideration for a

Recommendation of

Expulsion


ED CODE 48900(k)


Consequence


Consequence

Third, Subsequent


Disrupted school activities or otherwise willfully defied the valid authority of supervisors, teachers, administrators, school officials, or other school personnel engaged in the performance of their duties.

NOTE:

School districts cannot

suspend students in

kindergarten through

grade 3 for disruption or willful defiance;

School districts cannot

recommend any student

for expulsion for

disruption or willful

defiance, regardless of grade level;

For students in grades 4

to 12, school districts

cannot suspend them for

disruption or willful defiance if it is their first

offense; and

Teachers are

permitted so

suspend any student, regardless of grade, from

their classroom for

disruption or willful

defiance, whether it’s a

student’s first offense or not.

Mandatory actions:








Review past

alternative means

of correction (Ed





suspended

Potential actions: Consider alternatives to




Support Centers for

outside

services/supports

Notification to law



of the incident, as well as,



days

of suspension may



Mandatory actions:








Review past

alternative means

of correction (Ed





suspended





Support Centers for

outside

services/supports

Notification to law


1 – 3 day suspension (4th thru 12th grades)





days

of suspension may



Mandatory actions:








Review past


correction (Ed Code




suspended





services/supports


5144.3 and 5145.11) 2 – 5 day suspension (4th thru

12th grades)


ED CODE 48900(l)


Consequence


Consequence

Third, Subsequent


Knowingly received stolen

school property or private

property.

Mandatory actions:

Ensure due process



witnesses







entry

Review past

alternative means

of correction (Ed

Code 48900.5)






suspended



suspension

Restorative





Site MTSS process

Referral to Student

Support Centers for



• (refer to AR 5144.3 and

5145.11)

Suspension only

permitted on “first

offense”

If student’s presence

causes a danger to

persons. In such


suspension.



offense of a student in the

current school year that

qualifies as a violation of

Education Code 48900

and/ or 48915, although

formal exclusionary

disciplinary action may

not have been taken






student(s) involved, days

of suspension may



SSHS.

Mandatory actions:

Ensure due process



witnesses







entry

Review past

alternative means

of correction (Ed

Code 48900.5)






suspended



suspension

Restorative





Site MTSS process


Centers

for outside services/supports

Notification to law


5144.3 and 5145.11)






student(s) involved, days

of suspension may



SSHS.

Mandatory actions:

Ensure due process



witnesses


escalate student, attempt to




facilitate student re-entry


means of correction

(Ed Code 48900.5)




incident in Synergy








Site MTSS process


Centers for outside

services/supports

Notification to law


5144.3 and 5145.11)






Expulsion


ED CODE 48900(m)


Consequence


Consequence

Third, Subsequent


Possessed an imitation

firearm. As used in this

section, “imitation firearm”

means a replica of a firearm

that is so substantially similar in physical properties to an

existing firearm as to lead a

reasonable person to conclude

that the replica is a firearm.

Mandatory Actions:








Review past

alternative means

of correction (Ed





suspended





Support Centers for

outside

services/supports

Notification to law





danger to persons. In such instances, 1 – 3 day

suspension.



offense of a student in the current school year

that qualifies as a

violation of Education

Code 48900 and/ or

48915, although formal

exclusionary disciplinary action may

not have been taken










SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:








Review past

alternative means

of correction (Ed





suspended




Services Site MTSS process Referral to Student Support

Centers for outside services/supports Notification to law

enforcement • (refer to AR 5144.3 and 5145.11) 2 – 4 day suspension Depending on the severity








SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:



de-escalate student, attempt to





Review past


correction (Ed Code




suspended




Support Centers for





for possible consideration for a

Recommendation of

Expulsion


ED CODE 48900(n)


Consequence


Consequence

Third, Subsequent


Committed or attempted to commit a sexual assault as defined in Section 261, 266c, 286, 288, 288a, or 289 of the Penal Code or committed a sexual battery as defined in Section 243.4 of the Penal Code.

If student committed or

attempted to commit a

sexual assault please refer

to CA Ed. Code 48915(c)(4).

Ed. Code 48915(c)(4) – The principal or

superintendent of schools

shall immediately

suspend, pursuant to

Section 48911, and shall recommend expulsion of a

pupil that he or

she determines has

committed any of the

following acts at school or

at a school activity off school

grounds…committing or

attempting to commit a

sexual assault as defined in

subdivision (n) of Section 48900 or committing a

sexual battery as defined in

subdivision (n) of Section

48900.

Mandatory Actions:

Notification to law


5144.3 and 5145.11) Contact Director or SSHS In consultation with

site principal and

director - CPS Report 5 day suspension and

recommendation for

expulsion

Refer to California

Education Code 48915 (c) (4).

Mandatory Actions:

Notification to law


5144.3 and 5145.11) Contact Director or SSHS In consultation with

site principal and

director - CPS Report 5 day suspension and

recommendation for

expulsion

Refer to California

Education Code 48915 (c) (4).

Mandatory Actions:

Notification to law


5144.3 and 5145.11) Contact Director or SSHS In consultation with site

principal and director -

CPS Report 5 day suspension and

recommendation for expulsion

Refer to California

Education Code 48915 (c)

(4).


ED CODE 48900(o)


Consequence


Consequence

Third, Subsequent


Harassed, threatened, or intimidated a pupil who is a complaining witness or a witness in a school

disciplinary proceeding for

the purpose of either preventing that

pupil from being a witness

or retaliating against that pupil for being a witness, or both.

Mandatory Actions:







identified behavior skills ,facilitate student re-entry.

Review past alternative means of correction

• (Ed Code 48900.5) Contact family/guardian Review student’s past similar


incident in Synergy Re-entry conference if

suspended





Support Centers for

outside


enforcement • (refer to AR 5144.3 and 5145.11) Suspension only permitted on

“first offense” If student’s presence causes a

danger to persons. In such


suspension. “First offense” refers to the



school year that

qualifies as a violation of Education Code

48900 and/or 48915,

although formal










SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:


witnesses Provide corrective feedback: de-escalate student,

attempt to identify root

or ancillary causes for

behavior, re-


behavior skills, facilitate student re-

entry







suspended





Support Centers for


Notification to law



of the incident, as well as,






SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:















Support Centers for

outside services/supports Notification to law enforcement • (refer to AR 5144.3 and 5145.11) 3 – 5 day suspension In consult with site



Recommendation of

Expulsion


ED CODE 48900(p)


Consequence


Consequence

Third, Subsequent


Unlawfully offered, arranged to

sell, negotiated to sell, or sold

the prescription drug Soma.

Mandatory Actions:

Ensure due process


Confiscation of substance

Notification to law




witnesses


de-escalate student, attempt





entry

Review past

alternative means

of correction (Ed

Code 48900.5)

Follow CA Education Code

Requirements for

controlled substances





Synergy


suspended

Contact Director or SSHS



suspension

Restorative





Site MTSS process

Referral to Student

Support Centers for



• (refer to AR 5144.3 and

5145.11)


on “first offense” if student’s

presence causes a danger to

persons. In such instances, 1

– 3 day suspension.


first documented offense of a

student in the current school

year that qualifies as a

violation of Education Code

48900 and/or 48915,

although formal exclusionary

disciplinary action may not

have been taken against the

student.







5 days. Contact your director

or SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:

Ensure due process



Notification to law




witnesses







entry

Review past

alternative means

of correction (Ed

Code 48900.5)


Requirements for

controlled substances





Synergy


suspended




suspension

Restorative





Site MTSS process


Centers for outside

services/supports

Notification to law


5144.3 and 5145.11)









or SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:

Ensure due process



Notification to law


day (EC 48902)


witnesses







Review past


correction (Ed Code

48900.5)


Requirements for controlled

substances




incident in Synergy









Site MTSS process


Centers for outside

services/supports

Notification to law


5144.3 and 5145.11)






Expulsion


ED CODE 48900(q)


Consequence


Consequence

Third, Subsequent


Engaged in, or attempted to engage in, hazing. For purposes of this subdivision, “hazing” means a method of initiation or preinitiation into a pupil

organization or body,

whether or not the organization or body is

officially recognized by an

educational institution, that

is likely to cause serious

bodily injury or personal

degradation or disgrace resulting in physical or

mental harm to a former,

current, or prospective pupil.

For purposes of this

subdivision, “hazing” does not include athletic events or

school sanctioned events.

Mandatory Actions:








Review past

alternative means

of correction (Ed





suspended




Student Study Team (SST) Referral to school counselor Contact Foster Youth


Support Centers for

outside

services/supports.


5144.3 and 5145.11)





suspension.



offense of a student in the current school year that



and/or 48915, although

formal exclusionary disciplinary action may not


student.








Mandatory Actions:








Review past

alternative means

of correction (Ed





suspended






Support Centers for

outside

services/supports


5144.3 and 5145.11) 2 – 4 day suspension Depending on the

severity of the incident,

as well as pertinent

extenuating circumstances regarding





Mandatory Actions:








Review past


correction (Ed Code




suspended




Support Centers for


Notification to law




for possible

consideration for a

Recommendation of

Expulsion


ED CODE 48900(r)


Consequence


Consequence

Third, Subsequent


Engaged in the act of bullying.

“electronic act” means the

creation and transmission

originated on or off the

school site, by means of an

electronic device, including,

but not limited to, a telephone,

wireless telephone, or other

wireless communication

device, computer, or pager, of a

communication, as specified.

Mandatory Actions:

Ensure due process



witnesses







student re-entry


means of correction (Ed Code

48900.5)






suspended



suspension

Restorative



Referral to school

counselor, school

psychologist, social work,

child welfare attendance

personnel, or other school

support personnel for case

management and

counseling.


Site MTSS process

Referral to Student

Support Centers for


Notification to law


5144.3 and 5145.11)

Suspension only permitted on

“first offense” if student’s

presence causes a danger to

persons. In such instances, 1 –

3 day suspension.


first documented offense of a

student in the current school

year that qualifies as a

violation of Education Code

48900 and/or 48915,

although formal


action may not have been









or SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:

Ensure due process



witnesses







student re-entry


means of correction (Ed Code

48900.5)






suspended



suspension

Restorative





Site MTSS process

Referral to Student

Support Centers for


Notification to law


5144.3 and 5145.11)









or SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:

Ensure due process



witnesses







Review past alternative means of

correction (Ed Code 48900.5)




incident in Synergy








Site MTSS process


Centers for outside

services/supports


(refer to AR 5144.3 and 5145.11)






Expulsion


48900(r) - Engaged in an act of bullying. For purposes of this subdivision, the following terms have the

following meanings:

"Bullying" means any severe or pervasive physical or verbal act or conduct, including

communications made in writing or by means of an electronic act, and including one or more acts

committed by a pupil or group of pupils as defined in Section 48900.2, 48900.3, or 48900.4, directed

toward one or more pupils that has or can be reasonably predicted to have the effect of one or more of

the following:

Placing a reasonable pupil or pupils in fear of harm to that pupil's or those pupils' person or property.

Causing a reasonable pupil to experience a substantially detrimental effect on his or her physical or mental

health.

Causing a reasonable pupil to experience substantial interference with his or her academic performance.

Causing a reasonable pupil to experience substantial interference with his or her ability to

participate in or benefit from the services, activities, or privileges provided by a school.

(A) "Electronic act" means the creation or transmission originated on or off school site, by

means of an electronic device, including, but not limited to, a telephone, wireless telephone, or

other wireless communication device, computer, or pager, of a communication, including, but

not limited to, any of the following:

A message, text, sound, video or image.

A post on a social network Internet Web site including, but not limited to:

Posting to or creating a burn page. "Burn page" means an Internet Web site created for the

purpose of having one or more of the effects listed in paragraph (1).

Creating a credible impersonation of another actual pupil for the purpose of having one or

more of the effects listed in paragraph (1). "Credible impersonation" means to knowingly

and without consent impersonate a pupil for the purpose of bullying the pupil and such that

another pupil would reasonably believe, or has reasonably believed that the pupil was or is

the pupil who was impersonated.

Creating a false profile for the purpose of having one or more of the effects listed in

paragraph (1). "False profile" means a profile of a fictitious pupil or a profile using the

likeness or attributes of an actual pupil other than the pupil who created the false profile.

(iii) An act of cyber sexual bullying.

(I) For purposes of this clause, "cyber sexual bullying" means the dissemination of, or the

solicitation or incitement to disseminate, a photograph or other visual recording by a pupil to

another pupil or to school personnel by means of an electronic act that has or can be

reasonably predicted to have one or more of the effects described in subparagraphs (A) to

(D), inclusive, of paragraph (1). A photograph or other visual recording, as described above,

shall include the depiction of a nude, semi-nude, or sexually explicit photograph or other

visual recording of a minor where the minor is identifiable from the photograph, visual

recording, or other electronic act.

(II) For purposes of this clause "cyber sexual bullying" does not include a depiction,

portrayal, or image that has any serious literary, artistic, educational, political, or

scientific value or that involves athletic events or school-sanctioned activities.

(B) Notwithstanding paragraph (1) and subparagraph (A), an electronic act shall not

constitute pervasive conduct solely on the basis that it has been transmitted on the Internet

or is currently posted on the Internet.

"Reasonable pupil" means a pupil, including, but not limited to, an exceptional needs pupil, who

exercises average care, skill, and judgment in conduct for a person of his or her age, or for a

person of his or her age with his or her exceptional needs.


ED CODE 48900(t)


Consequence


Consequence

Third, Subsequent


A pupil who aids or abets, as defined in Section 31 of the Penal Code, the infliction or attempted infliction of physical injury to another person may be subject to suspension, but not expulsion, pursuant to this section, except that a pupil who has been adjudged by a juvenile court to have committed, as an aider and abettor, a crime of physical violence in which the victim suffered great bodily

injury or serious bodily injury

shall be subject to discipline pursuant to subdivision (a).

Mandatory Actions:








Review past

alternative means

of correction (Ed





suspended






Support Centers for

outside

services/supports


5144.3 and 5145.11)





suspension.



a student in the current school year that qualifies

as a violation of Education

Code 48900 and/or 48915,

although formal

exclusionary disciplinary action may not have been









SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:








Review past

alternative means

of correction (Ed





suspended






Support Centers for

outside

services/supports









SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:








Review past


correction (Ed Code




suspended





services/supports

Notification to law


5144.3 and 5145.11) 3 – 5 day suspension Student only subject to

expulsion if the student has

been adjudged by a juvenile

court to have committed, as

an aider and abettor, a crime of physical violence in

which the victim suffered

great bodily injury or serious

bodily injury.


ED CODE 48900.2


Consequence


Consequence

Third, Subsequent


Additional grounds for suspension or expulsion: sexual harassment.

This section does not

apply to students in kindergarten through

grade 3.

Mandatory Actions:










Code 48900.5) File CPS Report Contact family/guardian Review student’s past




suspended





Support Centers for

outside

services/supports

Notification to law





danger





current school year that qualifies as a violation of



formal










SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:










Code 48900.5) File CPS Report Contact family/guardian Review student’s past




suspended





Support Centers for

outside

services/supports

Notification to law


5144.3 and 5145.11) 2 – 4 day suspension (4th

thru 12th grades) Depending on the severity







SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:









48900.5) File CPS Report Contact family/guardian Review student’s past similar






Support Centers for outside services/supports

Notification to law


5144.3 and 5145.11) 3 – 5 day suspension (4th thru

12th grades) In consult with site


for possible

consideration for a

Recommendation of

Expulsion


ED CODE 48900.3


Consequence


Consequence

Third, Subsequent


Hate Violence

In addition to the reasons set forth in Sections

48900 and 48900.2, a pupil in any of grades 4 to 12, inclusive, may be suspended from school or recommended for expulsion if the superintendent or the principal of the school in which the pupil is enrolled determines that the pupil has caused, attempted to

cause, threatened to cause, or participated in an act of, hate violence, as defined in subdivision (e) of Section 233.

This section does not apply to students in


grade 3.

Mandatory Actions:














suspended





Support Centers for

outside

services/supports

Notification to law





danger








formal










SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:














suspended





Support Centers for

outside

services/supports

Notification to law









SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:

Ensure due process Conference with student Collect

statements from

other witnesses



identify root or ancillary causes for behavior, re-teach/practice




of correction (Ed Code 48900.5)

Contact family/guardian Review student’s past similar



suspended




Support Centers for

outside services/supports Notification to law





Recommendation of

Expulsion


ED CODE 48900.4


Consequence


Consequence

Third, Subsequent


Additional grounds for suspension or expulsion: harassment, threats or intimidation

In addition to the grounds

specified in Sections 48900 and 48900.2, a pupil enrolled

in any of grades 4 to 12,

inclusive, may be suspended

from school or recommended

for expulsion if the superintendent or the

principal of the school in

which the pupil is enrolled

determines that the pupil has

intentionally engaged in

harassment, threats, or intimidation, directed against

school district personnel or

pupils, that is sufficiently

severe or pervasive to have

the actual and reasonably expected

effect of materially

disrupting classwork,

creating substantial

disorder, and invading the rights of either school

personnel or pupils by

creating an intimidating or

hostile educational

environment.

This section does not

apply to students in


grade 3.

Mandatory Actions:








Review past

alternative means

of correction (Ed





suspended






Support Centers for

outside

services/supports


5144.3 and 5145.11)





suspension.



offense of a student in the current school year that




formal exclusionary disciplinary action may not


student.








Mandatory Actions:








Review past

alternative means

of correction (Ed





suspended





Support Centers for


Notification to law









SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:








Review past


correction (Ed Code




suspended




Support Centers for


Notification to law




for possible

consideration for a



ED CODE 48900.7


Consequence


Consequence

Third, Subsequent


Terroristic Threats

a) In addition to the reasons specified in Sections 48900,

48900.2, 48900.3, and

48900.4, a pupil may be

suspended from school or

recommended for expulsion if the superintendent or the

principal of the school in which the pupil is enrolled determines that the pupil has made terroristic threats against school officials or

school property, or both.

(b) For the purposes of this section, “terroristic threat” shall include any statement, whether written or oral, by a person who willfully threatens to commit a crime which will result in death, great bodily injury to another person, or property damage in excess of one thousand dollars ($1,000), with the specific intent that the statement is to be taken as a threat, even if there is no intent of actually carrying it

out, which, on its face and

under

the circumstances in

which it is made, is so

unequivocal, unconditional, immediate,

and specific as to convey to

the person threatened, a

gravity

of purpose and an immediate prospect of

execution of the threat, and

thereby causes that person

reasonably to

be in sustained fear for

his or her own safety or for his or her immediate

family’s safety, or for the

protection

of school district property, or

the personal property of the person threatened or his or

her immediate family.

Mandatory Actions:

Ensure due process Conference with student Collect statements from

other witnesses

witnesses

Notification to law


5144.3 and 5145.11) Provide corrective




behavior, re-teach/ practice identified


student re-entry


means of correction (Ed Code 48900.5)

Contact family/guardian Review student’s past




suspended




Services Site MTSS process Referral to Student Support

Centers for outside services/supports Suspension only permitted



danger








formal










SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:




5144.3 and 5145.11)

Provide corrective

feedback: deescalate


behavior, re-teach/

practice identified


student re-entry Review past alternative





suspended













SSHS.

Mandatory Actions:

Ensure due process Conference with student Collect statements from

other witnesses Witnesses

Notification to law


5144.3 and 5145.11)

Provide corrective feedback: de- escalate student, attempt










suspended




Support Centers for outside services/supports

3 – 5 day suspension In consult with site


for possible

consideration for a



EDUCATION CODE

Section 48915

48915. (a)

Except as provided in subdivisions (c) and (e), the principal or the superintendent of schools shall

recommend the expulsion of a pupil for any of the following acts committed at school or at a school

activity off school grounds, unless the principal or superintendent determines that expulsion should not be

recommended under the circumstances or that an alternative means of correction would address the

conduct:

Causing serious physical injury to another person, except in self-defense.

Possession of any knife or other dangerous object of no reasonable use to the pupil.

Unlawful possession of any controlled substance listed in Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11053)

of Division 10 of the Health and Safety Code, except for either of the following:

The first offense for the possession of not more than one avoirdupois ounce of marijuana, other than

concentrated cannabis.

The possession of over-the-counter medication for use by the pupil for medical purposes or medication

prescribed for the pupil by a physician.

Robbery or extortion.

Assault or battery, as defined in Sections 240 and 242 of the Penal Code, upon any school employee.

If the principal or the superintendent of schools makes a determination as described in paragraph (1), he or

she is encouraged to do so as quickly as possible to ensure that the pupil does not lose instructional time.

Upon recommendation by the principal or the superintendent of schools, or by a hearing officer or

administrative panel appointed pursuant to subdivision (d) of Section 48918, the governing board of a

school district may order a pupil expelled upon finding that the pupil committed an act listed in

paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) or in subdivision (a), (b), (c), (d), or (e) of Section 48900. A decision

to expel a pupil for any of those acts shall be based on a finding of one or both of the following: Other means of correction are not feasible or have repeatedly failed to bring about proper conduct.

Due to the nature of the act, the presence of the pupil causes a continuing danger to the physical safety of the pupil or others.

The principal or superintendent of schools shall immediately suspend, pursuant to Section 48911, shall recommend expulsion of a pupil that he or she

determines has committed any of the following acts at school or at a school activity off school grounds.

Possessing, selling, or otherwise furnishing a firearm. This subdivision does not apply to an act of possessing a firearm if the pupil had obtained prior written

permission to possess the firearm from a certificated school employee, which is concurred in by the principal or the designee of the principal. This subdivision

applies to an act of possessing a firearm only if the possession is verified by an employee of a school district. The act of possessing an imitation firearm, as

defined in subdivision (m) of section 48900, is not an offense for which suspension or expulsion is mandatory pursuant to this subdivision and subdivision (d),

but it is an offense for which suspension, or expulsion pursuant to subdivision (c), may be imposed.

Brandishing a knife at another person.

Unlawfully selling a controlled substance listed in Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11053) of Division 10 of the Health and Safety Code.

Committing or attempting to commit a sexual assault as defined in subdivision (n) of Section 48900 or committing a sexual battery as Defined in subdivision

(m) of Section 48900.

Possession of an explosive.

The governing board of a school district shall order a pupil expelled upon finding that the pupil committed an act listed in subdivision (c), and shall refer that

pupil to a program of study that meets all of the following conditions:

Is appropriately prepared to accommodate pupils who exhibit discipline problems.

Is not provided at a comprehensive middle, junior, or senior high school, or at any elementary school.

Is not housed at the school site attended by the pupil at the time of suspension.

Upon recommendation by the principal or the superintendent of schools, or by a hearing officer or administrative panel appointed pursuant to subdivision (d)

of Section 48918, the governing board of a school district may order a pupil expelled upon finding that the pupil, at school or at a school activity off of School

grounds violated subdivision (f ), (g), (h), (i), (k), (l), or (m) of Section 48900, or Section 48900.2, 48900.3, or 48900.4, and either of the following:

That other means of correction are not feasible or have repeatedly failed to bring about proper conduct.

That due to the nature of the violation, the presence of the pupil causes a continuing danger to the physical safety of the pupil or others.

) The governing board of a school district shall refer a pupil who has been expelled pursuant to subdivision (b) or (e) to a program of study that meets all of

the conditions specified in subdivision (d). Notwithstanding this subdivision, with respect to a pupil expelled pursuant to subdivision (e) if the county

superintendent of schools certifies that an alternative program of study is not available at a site away from a comprehensive middle, junior, or senior high

school, or another elementary school. The pupil may be referred to a program of study that is provided at a comprehensive middle, junior, or senior high school,

or at an elementary school.

As used in this section “knife” means any dirk, dagger, or other weapons with a fixed, sharpened blade fitted primarily for stabbing, a weapon with a blade

fitted primarily for stabbing, a weapon with a blade longer than 3 ½ inches, a folding knife with a blade that locks into place, or a razor with an unguarded blade.

As used in this section, the term “explosive” means destructive device” as described in Section 921 of Title 18 of the United States Code. (Amended by Stats.

2012, Ch. 431, Sec 3. (AB 2537) Effective January 1, 2013.)


IMPORTANT NOTICES & STUDENTS RIGHTS

Williams Settlement Complaint Procedures Complaint policies and forms are available at the school office and are available online at: www.egusd.net/about/district/policiesproceduresnotices. The following procedures shall be used to file Williams related complaints:

1. Complaint forms can be turned in to the principal or designee who will make every reasonable attempt to

investigate.

2. Complaints beyond the site authority will be forwarded to the District within 10 days.

3. Complaints may be filed anonymously. The form will have a box to mark if a response is requested. The

complainant must be identified and provide a mailing address on the complaint form to receive a written

response.

4 Valid complaints shall be remedied within 30 days of receipt.

5. If a response was requested, it shall be provided by mail within 45 days of resolution to the address listed.

The principal will also inform the Superintendent of the resolution within the same time frame.

6. If dissatisfied with the resolution, the complainant may file a request to describe the complaint to the

governing board at a regularly scheduled meeting.

7. If the complaint involves a condition of a facility that poses an emergency or urgent threat, a complainant

who is not satisfied with the resolution proffered by the principal or appropriate District official has the right

to file an appeal to the Superintendent of Public Instruction.

8. The District will report quarterly on the number of resolved and unresolved complaints and summarize data

regarding complaints and resolutions to the county superintendent and the local governing board in public

session making it part of the public records.

Annual Notice of the Uniform Complaint Procedures (UCP) 2018-2019 School Year

For students, employees, parents/guardians, school and District advisory committee members, private school

officials, and other interested parties.

The Elk Grove Unified School District has the primary responsibility for compliance with federal and state laws

and regulations. We have established Uniform Complaint Procedures (UCP) to address allegations of unlawful

discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying, and complaints alleging violation of state or federal laws

governing educational programs, the charging of unlawful pupil fees and the non-compliance of our Local

Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP).

We will investigate all allegations of unlawful discrimination, harassment, intimidation or bullying against any

protected group as identified in Education Code section 200 and 220 and Government Code section 11135,

including any actual or perceived characteristics as set forth in Penal Code section 422.55 or on the basis or a

person’s association with a per-son or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in any

program or activity conducted by the agency, which is funded directly by, or that receives or bene-fits from any

state financial assistance.

The UCP shall also be used when addressing complaints alleging failure to comply with state and/or federal

laws in:

• Adult Education

• After School Education and Safety

• Agricultural Vocational Education

• American Indian Education Centers and Early Childhood

• Education Program Assessments

• Bilingual Education

• California Peer Assistance and Review Programs for Teachers

• Career Technical and Technical Education; Career Technical; Technical Training

• Career Technical Education

• Child Care and Development


• Child Nutrition

• Compensatory Education

• Consolidated Categorical Aid

• Course Periods without Educational Content

• Economic Impact Aid

• Education of Pupils in Foster Care, Pupils who are Homeless, former Juvenile Court Pupils

now enrolled in a school district and Children of Military Families

• English Learner Programs

• Every Student Succeeds Act / No Child Left Behind (Titles I-VII)

• Local Control Accountability Plans Migrant Education

• Physical Education Instructional Minutes

• Pupil Fees

• Reasonable Accommodations to a Lactating Pupil

• Regional Occupational Centers and Programs

• School Safety Plans

• Special Education

• State Preschool

• Tobacco-Use Prevention Education

A pupil fee includes, but is not limited to, all of the following: 1. A fee charged to a pupil as a

condition for registering for school or classes, or as a condition for participation in a class or an

extracurricular activity, regardless of whether the class or activity is elective or compulsory, or is for

credit. 2. A security deposit, or other payment, that a pupil is required to make to obtain a lock,

locker, book, class apparatus, musical instrument, clothes, or other materials or equipment. 3. A

purchase that a pupil is required to make to obtain materials, supplies, equipment, or clothes

associated with an educational activity.

A pupil fees or LCAP complaint may be filed anonymously if the complainant provides evidence or

information leading to evidence to support the complaint.

A pupil enrolled in a public school shall not be required to pay a pupil fee for participation in an

educational activity.

A pupil fee complaint shall be filed no later than one year from the date the alleged violation

occurred.

We shall post a standardized notice of the educational rights of foster and homeless youth, as

specified in Education Code Sections 48853, 48853.5, 48853.5, 49069.5, 51225.1, and 51225.2. This

notice shall include complaint process information, as applicable Complaints other than issues

relating to pupil fees must be filed in writing with the following designated to receive complaints:

Name or title: Legal Compliance Specialist

Unit or office: Human Resources

Address: Human Resources Department, Elk Grove Unified School District, 9510 Elk Grove-Florin

Road, Elk Grove, CA 95624

Phone: (916) 686-7795

E-mail address: [email protected]

The above, responsible for compliance and investigations, is knowledgeable about the laws and

programs assigned to investigate.


The compliance officer who receives a complaint may assign another compliance officer to

investigate and resolve the complaint. The compliance officer shall promptly notify the complainant

and respondent, if applicable, if another compliance officer is assigned to the complaint.

A pupil fees complaint is filed with the Superintendent or his designee and/or the principal of a

school.

Complaints alleging discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying, must be filed within six (6)

months from the date the alleged discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying, occurred or

the date the complainant first obtained knowledge of the facts of the alleged discrimination,

harassment, intimidation, or bullying, unless the time for filing is extended by the superintendent or

his or her designee.

Complaints will be investigated and a written Decision or report will be sent to the complainant

within sixty (60) days from the receipt of the complaint. This time period may be extended by written

agreement of the complainant. The person responsible for investigating the complaint shall conduct

and complete the investigation in accordance with local procedures adopted under section 4621.

The complainant has a right to appeal our Decision of com-plaints regarding specific programs, pupil

fees and the LCAP to the California Department of Education (CDE) by filing a written appeal within

15 days of receiving our Decision. The appeal must be accompanied by a copy of the originally-filed

complaint and a copy of our Decision.

The complainant is advised of civil law remedies, including, but not limited to, injunctions,

restraining orders, or other remedies or orders that may be available under state or federal

discrimination, harassment, intimidation or bullying laws, if applicable.

Notwithstanding the process for written complaints, any individual who believes that he/she or

another student or group has been subjected to unlawful discrimination may orally report the alleged

discrimination to the involved student’s teacher (or a teacher of a student in the alleged group), or to

the principal, or to the principal’s designee of the school site where the alleged discrimination

occurred. The principal or principal’s designee shall, in process of following up on the report, inform

the individual making the report of the right to file a written complaint. If the individual making the

oral report does not want to file a written complaint, does not want to be identified, or does not give

names of the perpetrators, the school still may have a duty to respond in some way depending on the

seriousness of the allegations and the risk of future harm to the student or others. However, the extent

to which these concerns can be investigated and/or responded to may be limited given the lack of

information made available to the District. The District’s response to the oral reporting of concerns of

unlawful discrimination shall follow the process set forth in the local UCP.

A copy of our UCP complaint policies and procedures is available free of charge and is available on

the District’s website at the following link: www.egusd.net/about/district/policiesproceduresnotices

For more information regarding the District’s uniform com-plaint procedures or assistance with the

complaint or investigation process, please contact the Legal Compliance Office in Human Resources

at (916) 686-7795.

Cell Phones, Pagers, Electronic Signaling Devices

Schools may regulate the possession or use of any cell phone, pager or electronic signaling device

while students are on campus, attending school-sponsored activities or under the supervision and

control of school District employees. The District is not responsible for stolen personal electronic

devices, including if such device is confiscated pursuant to District/school policies and procedures.


Non-Discrimination, Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying

District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, including harassment, intimidation

and bullying based on a student’s actual or perceived disability, sex, gender, gender identity, gender

expression, nationality, immigration status, race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, religion, sexual

orientation, age, marital or parental status, or association with a per-son or group with one or more of

these actual or perceived characteristics.

The District’s policy on Non-Discrimination/Harassment/Intimidation/Bullying, Board Policy 5145.3

can be found at: www.gamutonline.net/district/elkgrove/DisplayPolicy/854176/5. This policy applies

to all acts related to school activity or school attendance occurring with a school under the jurisdiction

of the District Superintendent.

When providing or arranging for the provision of nonacademic and extracurricular services and

activities, the District shall ensure that a student with a disability participates with nondisabled

persons in such activities and services to the maximum extent appropriate to the needs of the student

with a disability in question.

Pursuant to California Education Code section 221.5, a pupil shall be permitted to participate in sex-

segregated school programs and activities, including athletic teams and competitions, and use

facilities consistent with his or her gender identity, irrespective of the gender listed on the pupil’s

records. Any student may request the use of private or unisex restroom facilities for increased

privacy. The District endeavors to protect the privacy of all students.

In the event of a complaint regarding gender equity or sexual harassment, or discrimination, including

harassment, intimidation and/or bullying because of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national

origin, nationality, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, age, religion, physical or mental disability,

sex, marital or parental or family status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender

expression, or genetic information, or association with a person or group with one or more of these

actual or perceived characteristics, contact one of the following Title IX and Nondiscrimination

Coordinators.

In the event of a complaint regarding discrimination based upon an actual or perceived mental or

physical disability, contact the District’s Director of Student Support and Health Services, 9510 Elk

Grove-Florin Road, Elk Grove, CA 95624, (916) 686-7568.

For more information, visit www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html; or

www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/complaintintro.html and

www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/title-ix-rights-201104.pdf.

Sexual Harassment Policy

The Governing Board prohibits unlawful sexual harassment of or by any student by anyone in or from

the District. Teachers shall discuss this policy with their students in age-appropriate ways and should

assure them that they need not endure any form of sexual harassment. Any student who engages in

the sexual harassment of anyone in or from the District may be subject to disciplinary action up to

and including expulsion. Any employee who permits or engages in sexual harassment may be subject

to disciplinary action up to and including dismissal.

The Board expects students or staff to immediately report incidents of sexual harassment to the

principal or designee or to another District administrator. Any student who feels that he/she is being

discriminated against or harassed should immediately contact the principal or designee. In addition a


written complaint can be filed in accordance with B.P./A.R. 1312.3. Written complaint policies are

available at all school sites, the District Office and can be accessed online at

www.egusd.net/about/district/policiesproceduresnotices. The District prohibits retaliatory behavior

against any complainant or any participant in the complaint process. Each complaint of sexual

harassment shall be promptly investigated in a way that respects the privacy of all parties concerned.

Prohibited sexual harassment includes, but is not limited to, unwelcome sexual advances, requests for

sexual favors, and other verbal, visual or physical conduct of a sexual nature when:

1. Submission to the conduct is explicitly or implicitly made a term or condition of an

individual’s employment, academic status or progress.

2. Submission to or rejection of the conduct by an individual is used as the basis for academic

or employment decisions affecting the individual.

3. The conduct has the purpose or effect of having a negative impact on the individual’s

academic or work performance, or of creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive

educational or work environment.

4. Submission to or rejection of the conduct by the individual is used as the basis for any

decision affecting the individual regarding benefits and service, honors, programs or

activities at or through the school.

Other types of conduct which are prohibited in the District and which may constitute sexual

harassment include:

1. Unwelcome leering, sexual flirtations or propositions.

2. Unwelcome sexual slurs, epithets, threats, verbal abuse, derogatory comments or sexually

degrading descriptions.

3. Graphic verbal comments about an individual’s body or overly personal conversation.

4. Sexual jokes, stories, drawing, pictures or gestures.

5. Spreading sexual rumors.

6. Teasing or sexual remarks about students.

7. Touching an individual’s body or clothes in a sexual way.

8. Cornering or blocking of normal movements for sexual purposes.

9. Displaying sexually suggestive objects in the educational or work environment.

10. Any act or retaliation against an individual who reports a violation of the District’s sexual

harassment policy or who participates in the investigation of a sexual harassment complaint.

A copy of the District’s policy on harassment shall:

1. Be included in the notifications that are sent to parents/guardians at the beginning of each

school year.

2. Be displayed in a prominent location in the main administrative building or other area of the

campus or school site where notices regarding the institution’s rules, regulations, procedures

and standards of conduct are posted.

3. Be provided as part of any orientation program conducted for new students at the beginning

of each quarter, semester or summer session.

4. Appear in any school or District publication that sets forth the school or District’s

comprehensive rules, regulations, procedures and standards of conduct.

The principal or designee shall take appropriate actions to reinforce the District’s sexual harassment

policy. These actions may include:

1. Removing vulgar or offending graffiti.

2. Providing staff inservice and student instruction or counseling

3. Taking appropriate disciplinary action as needed.


Student Rights

Students have a right to a safe learning environment. Both the U.S. Constitution and California state

law protect this right. All students and staff of public elementary, middle and senior high schools

have the inalienable right to attend campuses which are safe, secure and peaceful. If you feel your

school is not providing a safe environment, please discuss this with your teacher or principal.

CHALLENGING STUDENT RECORDS

The custodial parent/guardian of any student may submit to the Superintendent or designee a written request to

correct or remove from his/her child’s records any information concerning the child which he/she alleges to be

any of the following: (Education Code Section 49070; 34 CFR 99.20)

Inaccurate

An unsubstantiated personal conclusion or inference

A conclusion or inference outside of the observer’s area of competence

Not based on the personal observation of a names person with the time and place of the observation

noted

Misleading

In violation of the privacy or other rights of the student (cf. 5121 Grades/Evaluation of Student

Achievement) (cf. 5125 Student Records)

Any student who is 18 years of age or attends a post-secondary institution shall have the sole right to challenge

the contents of his/her records in accordance with the following procedures. [Education Code 49061, 49063]

Within 30 days of receiving a request to correct or remove information from a record, the Superintendent or

designee shall meet with the parent/guardian and with the district employee who recorded that information.

[Education Code Section 49070]

If the challenge involves a student’s grade, the teacher who gave the grade shall be given an opportunity to state

orally, and/or in writing, the reasons for which the grade was given. In the absence of clerical or mechanical

error, fraud, bad faith or incompetency, the student’s grade as determined by the teacher shall be final.

[Education Code Section 49066] [cf. 5121 - Grades/Evaluation of Student Achievement]

Resolution of Challenge/Appeals

After considering all relevant information, the Superintendent or designee shall sustain or deny the

parent/guardian’s allegations. [Education Code 49070]

If the Superintendent or designee denies the allegations, the parent/guardian may, within 30 days, appeal the

decision in writing to the Governing Board. [Education Code Section 49070]

Appendix A

Re-spect-ful To act with respect. To have a sense of the worth or excellence of a

person, a personal quality, or ability. Seeing the value in

someone and treating them as you would want to be

treated.

Re-spon-si-ble Having the ability to make moral decisions. Capable of rational thought or actions and therefore accountable. Being reliable or dependable.

Using your mind and your heart in a way to make

the right decisions so you can be trusted.

Re-sil-ient The ability to recover easily from adversity, misfortune, illness, depression, change, or the like. The property of being able to endure.

To bounce back from hard times and setbacks so

that you can move forward.

JAMES RUTTER MIDDLE SCHOOL

Student/Parent Handbook 2019-2020

Parent Acknowledgement

Dear Parent/Guardian:

In accordance with Section 35291 of the Education Code, the District will notify

parents/guardians of the District’s regulations concerning student discipline and will be

available upon request at the principal’s office in any district school. The principal of

each school shall ensure that every pupil enrolled will be advised of all the regulations

of the District and of the school, related to student discipline at the beginning of each

school year, or upon enrollment.

Students at James Rutter Middle School have been each issued this handbook and have

received information contained within. To reinforce the information contained, and for

your clarification of all school rules, policies and procedures, please read the attached

handbook, and sign and return this acknowledgement.

Please Print:

______________________ __________________ _________________

Student Name Student ID# First Period Teacher

I have read and understand the James Rutter Middle School Student/Parent Handbook, which

includes the Title I Parent Involvement Policy, School-Parent Compact, attendance policy,

daily operations information, discipline program, drug and alcohol rules, campus safety

practices and academic requirements.

___________________________ _______________________ ______________________

Parent Name (please print) Parent Signature Date

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