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LYONS MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL

Staff Handbook 2020-2021

VISION: We exist to empower all learners to shape their world.

MISSION: We meet every learner where they are and provide them with

engaging and personalized opportunities for growth.

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Preface The Staff Handbook is designed both to acquaint new teachers with the school procedures as well as

to inform returning teachers of changes from the previous school year.

Parents in the Lyons School District have the right to expect that they are sending their children to an

orderly environment that fosters education. In order to achieve this goal: (1) Students must be aware

of what is expected of them. (2) Staff must provide fair and uniform treatment to students. Staff must

establish and enforce all rules and policies that are necessary to provide an atmosphere conducive to

learning.

As professional educators, we set the tone within the building. If we expect respect from our students,

we must first model mutual respect among ourselves and towards our students. Secondly, we must

realize that respect cannot be commanded or demanded, it must be earned.

Please become familiar with the contents of this handbook and the students’ handbook.

2020-2021 School Calendar Date Description September 1, 2 & 3, 2020 Superintendent Conference Days September 7, 2020 Labor Day Holiday September 8, 2020 School opens for students October 12, 2020 Columbus Day Holiday October 16, 2020 Superintendent's Conference Day November 11, 2020 Veterans' Day Holiday November 24, 2020 Full Day Parent/Teacher UPK-12 November 25-27, 2020 Thanksgiving Holiday December 23, 2020 - January 1, 2021 Holiday Recess (return January 4) January 18, 2021 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Holiday January 26-29, 2021 Regents Exams & Competency Tests February 15 - 19, 2021 Presidents' Week Recess March 12, 2021 Recess Day March 29, 2021 - April 2, 2021 Spring Recess April 19 - 26, 2021 Testing May 3, -10, 2021 Testing May 31, 2021 Memorial Day Holiday June 16 - 24, 2021 Regents Examinations June 25, 2021 Regents Rating Day

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Lyons Central School Directory

District Administration Mr. Donald Putnam Superintendent 946-2200 ext. 2015 Mr. Mike Pangallo Assistant Superintendent for Business 946-2200 ext. 2017 Mrs. Jennifer DeVinney Assistant Superintendent for Instruction 946-2200 ext. 2109 Mrs. Margaret Blask Director of Educational Services 946-2200 ext. 2019 Mr. Alex Watkins Coordinator of Network & Technology Services 946-2200 ext. 2036

Middle-Senior High School Administration and Personnel Mr. Libarid Alexanian Principal 946-2200 ext. 2204 Ms. Katie Jo Passero Assistant Principal 946-2200 ext. 2203 Mr. Steve Veeder Athletic Director 946-2250

Sports Hotline 946-2200 press 8 Ms. Lisa Tyler Student Counselor, 6 & 7-9 946-2200 ext. 2205 Ms. Vanessa Riggi Student Counselor, 6 & 10-12 946-2200 ext. 2206 Mrs. Jill Harper School Nurse 946-2200 ext. 2504 Mrs. Renee Schott Admin Intern: 21st Century Project Director & Mentor Coordinator 946-2200 ext. 2303 Board of Education Ms. Martha Bailey President Mrs. Imelda Dobbins Vice President Mr. Scott Bailey Member Mrs. Carol DeCook Member Mr. Rich Henry Member Mrs. Rena Reed Member Mrs. Lisa Stone Member

Secretaries Mrs. Janice Bailey Principal’s Secretary ext. 2202 Ars. Jerri Martin, Asst. Principal’s Secretary ext 2215 Mrs. Dianne Williams Counseling Secretary ext. 2207 Mrs. Kim Sholly Attendance ext. 2214 Directors Mr. Jeff Coons Dir. Of Facilities ext. 2212 Mrs. Jennifer Tyler Dir. Of Food Service ext. 2229

. 2020-2021 List of Faculty

Ms. Bellinger – English Mr. Benderski- Science Ms. Booth- TA Ms. Broach – TA Mr. Carmichael – English Mrs. Casalmir- TA Mrs. Cauwels – Speech Mrs. Champlin – Resource Mrs. Clark – Resource Mr. Consadine – Science Mrs. Cruz- Math AIS Ms. Dale - Resource Mr. Daucher – Resource Mrs. DeNeef – Math Mrs. Emerson- Resource Ms. George – Science Mrs. Gruner- Art Mrs. Harper- Nurse Mr. Hartwell - Social Studies Mrs. Howard – MS Band Ms. Irland – Spanish Mrs. Kesel - Social Studies

Mrs. Kier – TA Tech Aide Mr. Kuhn - PE Mr. Lawson - Social Studies Mr. Leo – Computer Tech Mrs. Lester – TA Mr. Lewis- 6th Grade Ms. Linzy- 6th Grade Art Ms. Lockwood- Health Mrs. Loson – TA Mrs. T. Maddock – Math Mr. Morris- Tech Services Mrs. Mrzwyka – Spanish Mr. Mueller – Technology Mr. Naschke - Science Mrs. Noble - TA Mrs. Oberdorf - English Mrs. Paris- Technology Ms. Parkison - Resource Mrs. Philbin- 6th Grade Mrs. Phippen - English Mr. Porpora - Social Studies Ms. Riggi- Counselor

Ms. Sandroni - Resource Mrs. Schmitt - Math Mrs. Schott – Teacher on Special Assignment Mr. Schott - TA Ms. Schuber – PE Mr. D. Scott - Aide Mr. R. Scott – TA Mrs. Selvage- 6th Grade Mrs. Shipley – Reading/AIS Mrs. Sholly- TA Ms. Simmons- Resource Mr. Strazzabosco – Psych. Ms. Tyler- Counselor Ms. Vongprachanh- Math Ms. Wilfeard - Library Mr. Winslow - Resource Ms. Wheeler – Counselor Ms. Woodworth- Counselor Mrs. Zajkowski– Music

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Middle/High School Bell Schedule Buses arrive at school at 8:30 a.m. Doors open for students at 8:30 a.m.

8:30-8:45 Arrival- Wash Hands, Staggered unloading of buses, Breakfast in Classroom 8:45-9:20 1st Period 9:25-10:00 2nd Period 10:05-10:40 3rd Period 10:45-11:20 4th Period (6th Grade Lunch) 11:25-12:00 5th Period (High School Lunch #1) 12:05- 12:40 6th Period (High School Lunch #2) 12:45-1:20 7th Period (7th & 8th Grade School Lunch) 1:25-2:00 8th Period 2:05-2:40 9th Period 2:45-3:00 Dismissal- Wash Hands, Staggered Loading of Busses

Late Bus Runs Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, there will not be late bus runs at the start of the school year. This situation will be reevaluated throughout the school year.

Activity Period Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, there will not be an afternoon activity at the start of the school year. This situation will be reevaluated throughout the school year.

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Grading Procedures Students will be graded for report card purposes four times per year. All grades will be submitted through the SchoolTool program. Students will also receive interim reports every five weeks. Toward the end of each marking period, the Student Counseling Office will send grading instructions to each faculty member. Faculty will enter grades and appropriate comments on the computer. It is the responsibility of each faculty member to report accurate grades on time. To aid in this, the Counseling Office will provide proof sheets to teachers. Teachers need to return the proof sheets to the Counseling Office with corrections. Teachers are expected to have at least three grades per course per week of the marking period.

GRADING PERIODS 2020-2021 Marking Period Start Date End Date Grades Due Reports

made available on School Tool

Progress Period 1 (5 Week Reports) 9/8/2020 10/9/2020 10/14/2020 10/15/2020

Marking Period 1 (10 Week Report Cards) 9/8/2020 11/13/2020 11/18/2020 11/19/2020






Marking Period 4 (40 Week Report Cards) 4/19/2021 6/25/2021

24 Hours after exam or regional scoring

Early July

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Covid-19 Grading To ensure consistency in grading practices, students in grades 6-12 will be graded using the weekly grading rubric attached below. All individual student work assignments will be entered in the grade book with a grade for informational purposes only and will not be factored into a student’s class average. Students will receive one rubric grade per rubric category per week per class. The rubric categories are: standards mastery, assignment/work completion and participation/collaboration. These rubric grades will be out of a total of 4 points per category. Each rubric category grade will be weighted equally. Students will receive an average grade from these rubric grades on their report card and calculated into their overall GPA. Example Grade Overview:

Name/ Course

Date Due Assignment Grade Weight in Average

Calculated Grade

Smith, Joseph Math 8

9/18/2020 Standards Mastery Week 1 3/4 1.0 75 9/18/2020 Assignment Completion Week 1 4/4 1.0 100 9/18/2020 Participation/Collaboration Week 1 4/4 1.0 100 9/14/2020 Problem Set 8.1 82/100 0.0 NA 9/15/2020 Problem Set 8.2 79/100 0.0 NA 9/16/2020 Problem Set 8.3 91/100 0.0 NA 9/18/2020 Unit 1 Quiz 1 86/100 0.0 NA 9/25/2020 Standards Mastery Week 2 4/4 1.0 100 9/25/2020 Assignment Completion Week 2 3/4 1.0 75 9/25/2020 Participation/Collaboration Week 2 4/4 1.0 100 9/21/2020 Problem Set 8.4 91/100 0.0 NA 9/22/2020 Problem Set 8.5 81/100 0.0 NA 9/23/2020 Problem Set 8.6 90/100 0.0 NA 9/25/2020 Unit 1 Quiz 2 94/100 0.0 NA

Calculated In Progress Average: 91.67

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Distance Learning Grading Rubric

Area of Focus 4 Distinguished

3 Proficient

2 Developing

1 Needs

Improvement/ Unsatisfactory

Standards Mastery

Student demonstrates mastery level knowledge of more than half of key standards for the course

Student demonstrates proficiency level knowledge of more than half of the key standards for the course

Student demonstrates proficiency level knowledge of 25-50% of the key standards for the course

Student demonstrates proficiency level knowledge of at least some of the key standards for the course

Assignment Submission/ Work Completion

Student regularly submits quality assignments; All or almost all assignments completed (90%-100%)

Student regularly submits quality assignments; Most assignments are completed (89%- 70%)

Student frequently submits assignments; Quality of assignments is inconsistent; Some assignments are not completed (69%-50%)

Student inconsistently submits assignments; Several assignments are missing but some are completed; Quality of assignments is inconsistent (Below 50%)

Participation/ Collaboration

Student participates regularly in-person or in online learning activities, is an active contributor in learning activities as possible and demonstrates knowledge, understanding and application of the materials being considered; Student frequently asks questions to better know, understand, and apply learning (90%-100%)

Student participates in-person or in online learning activities, is usually an active contributor in learning activities as possible and demonstrates adequate knowledge, understanding and application of materials being considered; Student asks questions to better know, understand and apply learning (89%- 70%)

Student participates in-person or in online learning activities or periodically and demonstrates engagement; Student contributions are limited or inconsistent and may be impacted by distance learning barriers (69%-50%)

Student participates in-person or in online learning inconsistently with almost no contributions; Distance learning barriers exist and have not been able to be resolved (Below 50%)

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Virtual Distance Instruction and Learning Model In the hybrid instructional model, students engaged in virtual distance learning days will follow the same guidelines detailed below in the virtual distance learning guidelines. The Lyons Central School District is anticipating that, based on local Covid-19 virus data or based on future Executive Orders from the Governor, the District will be required to engage in fully virtual distance learning at various times throughout the 2020-2021 school year. During times of virtual distance learning, teachers and support staff will still be working from the school building unless otherwise determined by an Executive Order from the Governor. During virtual distance learning times, emphasis will be place on synchronous (live) instruction and learning whenever possible to afford students with opportunities to ask questions and obtain immediate feedback from teachers. During virtual instruction and learning times, students, families, and staff should expect to follow the instruction and learning expectations detailed below.

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Teachers’ check lists September 8-11

� On opening day, we would like the teachers on duty at 7:45 a.m. � Teachers are to station themselves at their first period classroom door to assist in directing

students to correct rooms. � Check students for first period assignment.

� Take attendance. Enter into SchoolTool right away

� Student Handbook is on the website https://forms.gle/USAesNUjDadjp2mJ7

o Have students complete the form for acknowledgement of student handbook

� The form can be found on the website at https://forms.gle/USAesNUjDadjp2mJ7

� Acknowledgement sheets will be gathered at the Main Office

� Undoubtedly, some students who are new to the district will arrive on opening day. If these new students are in a room with a schedule, but their names are not on your list, then add their names. If they do not possess a schedule, please refer them to the Student Counseling and Guidance Office.

� The first day that students attend will be very unlike the first day in years past. Please review the opening day schedule carefully so you fully understand your role and responsibilities on that day. Several staff members have been involved in a significant amount of preparation for this first day of school which will require an “all hands on deck” approach. Thank you in advance for helping to make opening day a success.

September � Teachers who do not have a first period assignment will assist the hall monitors in directing

students to rooms. � All students should be in first period by 8:45 a.m.

� Take attendance at the beginning of class. Enter it on SchoolTool.

� If you have any missing students, contact attendance office, ext. 2214

� Check your class rosters on School Tool for any medical alert which is indicated by the red square with the white cross

� Please review your Red Emergency folder and carry your red folder with you at all times

� Create a seating chart for each period and submit to Jan Bailey by September 18th

� Provide Sub plans to Jan Bailey by September 18th

� Complete IEP google sign off form for sign off (please login to Cleartrack to review IEPs)

Issuing Textbooks click on link for forms https://www.lyonscsd.org/Domain/50 � Keep an accurate record of all textbooks issued.

� Make sure you record on the textbook form, the student’s name and condition of the book.

� Submit a copy of your textbook lists to the main office

� Please see to it that students write their names in ink in the textbook.

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2020-2021 Meetings Schedule

Faculty Meetings (Mondays)

Department Meetings (Mondays)

Department Chair MTSS Meetings

Grade Level Team Meetings

(Wednesdays)

September 1 September 21 September 14 September 28

6- Sept. 9 7- Sept. 9

8- Sept. 16 9- Sept. 23

10-12- Sept. 30

October 5 October 26 October 19

6- Oct. 7 7- Oct. 7

8- Oct. 14 9- Oct. 21

10-12- Oct. 28

November 2 November 16 November 9 November 30

6- Nov. 4 7- Nov. 4

8- Nov. 12 (Thursday) 9- Nov. 18

10-12- Nov. 19 (Thursday)

December 7 December 21 December 14

6- Dec. 2 7- Dec. 2 8- Dec. 9 9- Dec. 16

10-12- Dec. 17 (Thurs.)

January 4 January 11 January 19 (Tuesday)

6- Jan. 6 7- Jan. 6 8- Jan 13 9- Jan. 20

10-12- Jan. 27

February 1 February 22 February 8

6- Feb. 3 7- Feb. 3

8- Feb. 4 (Thursday) 9- Feb. 10

10-12-Feb. 24

March 1 March 15 March 8 March 22

6- March 3 7- March 3

8- March 10 9- March 17

10-12- March 24

April 5 April 19 April 12 April 26

6- April 7 7- April 7

8- April 14 9- April 21

10-12- April 28

May 3 May 17 May 10 May 24

6- May 5 7- May 5

8- May 12 9- May 19

10-12- May 26

June 7

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GENERAL INFORMATION

A.M. Arrival for Staff The school will open at 7:30 a.m. for staff. Staff may not enter the building before 7:30 a.m. Staff need to enter the building through the Main Entrance wearing a mask (unless documented medical reasons). Do not enter the building through any other entrance. The district office entrance is for District Office Staff and Administration. Staff need to complete Daily Health Questionnaire on Parent Square no more than 30 minutes before arrival. Upon arriving staff will have temperature checked by Jan Bailey or district staff member. Then staff will practice hand hygiene before proceeding to work area. A.M. Arrival for Students The school will open at 8:30 a.m. for students. Students may not enter the building before 8:30 a.m. Students in grades 6th-8th will enter the building through the Main Entrance wearing a mask (unless documented medical reasons). Students in grades 9th-12th will enter the building through the Auditorium Entrance. Upon arriving students will have temperature checked by assigned school staff. Then student will practice hand hygiene before proceeding to pick up breakfast and/or heading to their first period. P.M. Dismissal Staff is required to vacate the building by 3:30 each day. Leaving the Buidling During the School Day:

1. Sign out in the main office 2. Upon arrival back into the building have temperature check at main entrance by main office

staff. 3. Sign back in 4. Practice hand hygiene

Teacher Work Rooms

Teacher work rooms will be located in the library and in room 158. These work areas are available for teachers during their planning period and before 8:45 a.m. Each room has a copier and office supply for teacher use. Please disinfect and clean your area upon leaving the work room. These room will be unlocked during the school day.

Assemblies Assemblies during the 2020-2021 school year will be very limited and will only occur when social distancing regulations can be followed. Assemblies are to serve the educational mission of the school. Students are to behave appropriately. Applause is always welcome. Your courtesy is expected. All assembly programs should be scheduled with the principal’s office at least one month in advance. Procedure for entering auditorium: 1. All students will report to the auditorium and sit in assigned rows.

2. All teachers are responsible for student behavior as students move through the hallways to and

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from the auditorium. 3. Teachers will inform their students that attending assembly programs is a privilege and with this

privilege goes the responsibility for exhibiting acceptable behavior during the entire program. Teachers will sit with assigned grade level. Teachers will redirect and possibly remove a disruptive student and report to the principal any form of unacceptable behavior that cannot be dealt with by the teacher.

4. All teachers will assist with overall supervision of students. Teachers are asked not to stand at the

back of the auditorium. 5. Departure from the auditorium will be announced by the administrator.

Hallway Passes Students who are excused from a class or study hall must have a hallway pass in their possession. All students must sign out when they leave their classroom or study hall. No student is permitted to report to any teacher without prior permission from the teacher that the student seeks to visit. Also, students are to report to class first, acquire a pass, and then report to the nurse.

Discipline Referrals Discipline referrals are to be done on-line in the SchoolTool program. These are to be entered by the classroom teacher for chronic discipline problems. It is important to fill out the forms before the end of the day. They are needed to create an awareness of the problem, provide an avenue of communication to the family, and to initiate remediation of the problem situation. Teachers are to notify the office and a student’s parent whenever they send a student out of class. The MTSS program has established clear guidelines for staff managed and office managed behaviors. Teachers are expected to familiarize themselves with the behavior response flow chart and must follow the established protocol when responding to student misbehavior. This ensures consistency and fairness for our students. Please see the following page for a copy of the behavior response flow chart. When writing discipline referrals take care to include only factual information pertinent to the specific incident for which the student is receiving the referral. More candid narrative-type information should be sent via email or communicated verbally with administration. Please remember that all referrals are legal documents and therefore should not include the names of other students or opinion-type statements. If you have specific questions regarding what you should or should not include in a referral, please contact administration.

Duties of Classroom Teachers It is the belief of this administration that the primary function and duty of the teacher is to teach. Your planning and work with students is what makes our school successful, therefore, we ask that all professional staff provide the best quality education possible to the students with whom we are entrusted. We also would like you to:

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• Be at the school by 7:45 a.m. and in your classroom by 8:30 a.m. o Working hours are 7:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.

• Wear a mask when in motion and when not 6ft apart (unless documented medical reasons) • Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, no pets are allowed in the building.

• Check attendance at the beginning of each class. Teachers are required to enter attendance into

SchoolTool at the beginning of class and record all absences and tardiness.

• Report class absences to the attendance office unless they are absent from school as indicated by the absentee list on the computer. Students listed on the absentee list, but who are in class should also be reported to the attendance office.

• Help supervise students as they change classes by stepping into the hall for grades 9-12.

• Make every effort to ensure that your students are supervised until they leave the building.

• Have your class rosters and plan book available for the substitute when absent. It is imperative to have well-organized and understandable plans for the substitute.

• If you are going to be absent, call Jan Bailey, Substitute Coordinator at (315) 521-9699 by 6:00

a.m. or the night before. Lesson plans should be shared, left in the mailbox, or on the teacher’s desk. Teachers are asked to leave emergency lesson plans with the substitute coordinator by September 21, 2020. If teachers become ill during the school day, contact the Main Office.

• Do not dismiss any students prior to the ringing of the bell at the end of each class period.

Students should remain in their seats until verbally dismissed by the teacher.

• During the Covid-19 pandemic, all classroom doors should remain unlocked during the school day. Classroom doors should be open as possible during instruction to allow for increased air circulation.

• Be sure all windows are locked and the classroom door is locked at the end of the school day. Blinds should be pulled halfway down the window.

• Teachers and advisors who will use rooms/facilities other than their normal rooms are to fill out a building request form found on-line and check with staff supervising the area.

• You are responsible to see that students follow computer usage guidelines in your classroom.

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Annual Professional Performance Review Plan

Entire plan can be viewed on our website: www.lyonscsd.org

Early Dismissal from School and School Cancellation All announcements regarding early school closing will be made over radio stations and television. Information regarding school closing are given by code and will be official. Please listen to the radio in case of inclement weather. The school telephone lines are used for official calls only. A Connect Ed message will also be sent to all staff via telephone. Radio Stations that will announce closings Television stations that will announce closings WACK/WNNR - Newark Channel 5 WTVH (Syracuse) WGVA/WNYR/The Wall - Geneva Channel 3 WSTM (Syracuse) WSFW - Seneca Falls Channel 9 WIXT (Syracuse) WCGR - Canandaigua Channel 8 WROC (Rochester) WHAM/MIX(WVORFM)/NERVE/KISS107 Channel 10 WHEC (Rochester) WARM/WPXY/WCMF/WNZE - Rochester Channel 14 YNN (Rochester) WSYR/WHEN/Y94FM - Syracuse Channel 13 WHAM Rochester

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Field Trips Teachers need to get approval for field trips at least one month in advance of the trip. Permission slips signed by both parents and teachers must be returned three days prior to the trip. Students may pay for some field trips. Ineligible students, students who have been assigned ISS or OSS, may/may not be allowed to attend any field trip. Administrator approval is needed. There is a special field trip permission form for overnight field trips. See the principal for more information.

Forms Available Online https://www.lyonscsd.org/Domain/50 1. Level Change Request: These forms are to be completed and routed to the Superintendent’s

Office. Forms for level change are acted upon twice yearly (First Tuesday in October and First Tuesday in March).

2. Personal Leave Request: They must be completed and turned in to the Principal in accordance with the contract.

3. Transportation request forms: These forms are to be completed according to the time schedule list on the form. If the trip has to be approved by the Board, please be sure these forms are submitted one month prior to the field trip.

4. Professional Development/Conference Request forms are to be completed on the web. Be sure to contact the sub coordinator as soon as possible if a substitute is needed.

5. Health and Dental forms. 6. Field Trip Permission Slips

Fundraising All clubs are limited to one door-to-door fundraiser. The principal must approve any exceptions. All fundraisers must be approved by the principal PRIOR to beginning the fundraiser. To improve communication between students, parents and the school, an agreement needs to be signed before a student begins any fundraising sale. Any students with outstanding obligations will not be allowed to participate in fundraising events. The administration reserves the right to exclude students from fundraising events due to past history or problems. All advisors are asked to report any outstanding obligations to the main office as soon as possible.

Hall Lockers Lockers remain the exclusive property of the school and students shall have no expectation of privacy with respect to their lockers. The principal’s secretary in the Main Office will assign a locker to each student. Lock combinations are confidential and should not be given to anyone. The principal’s secretary keeps combinations. The school will not be liable for student’s personal property that is lost or stolen while being stored in a school locker. Students are not to share a locker with anyone. Students are to use only the locker assigned to them. Students are to clean out their hall and gym lockers by the last day of school.

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Lost and Found Any articles, which are lost by students, should be reported to the office without delay. Also, any articles, which are found by students, should be turned into the Main office. Articles may be claimed by identification.

Machines for Teacher Use There are copying machines for teachers’ use, and they are located in the library, 158, and the copy room for use by each staff member. It must be operated by a staff member or work-study student. If you run into any problems with this machine, please contact the main office (2202 or 2215). Try to keep copying to a ten (10) minute maximum. Teachers are asked to stay in the copy room. Students are not allowed to use the copier. The Scan-Tron marking machine is also available for teachers’ use in the copy room.

Marking System

Each teacher must be accountable for the marking procedure used. This policy is designed to allow for differences among courses and activities. The administration and faculty committee on marking offer the following guidelines.

Guidelines 1. Students will be told at the beginning of the year or semester how their grades will be determined

in each class. If attendance is to be a part of a student’s grade, the student and parent are to be notified at the start of school. The teacher in consultation with the principal will develop the grading policy.

2. Tests are an important part of learning and should be given often to evaluate and provide students with test experience. Ten-week tests are not required, but are advisable whenever appropriate. Unit tests are recommended in all academic courses. Mid-term exams will be given at their scheduled times unless cleared through the principal. All courses are expected to have a final exam unless this procedure is waived by the principal. A copy of all mid-term and final exams must be submitted to department chairs and then to the principal.

3. It is recommended that students receive a minimum of three grades per week in order to

adequately evaluate them and keep them on task. Marking The numerical marking system is to be used by all instructors.

• 65% or above is considered passing. • 85% through 89% is considered merit roll. • 90% through 94% is considered honor roll. • 95% or above is considered high honor roll.

In the case where a student cannot be given a grade because he has not completed all major class work or test work, the abbreviation “I” should be indicated on SchoolTool. An incomplete should not be carried past the next marking period for a new student unless extenuating circumstances exist. The principal should be contacted in these situations.

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Your marking system should be consistent, rational, and explainable. All finals must be submitted to the main office with a principal’s summary sheet. Incomplete Grades Incomplete marks are to be used for extenuating circumstances only. However, the following must be considered: 1. The student is eliminated from the honor roll if the incomplete mark goes home. 2. All “Incompletes” must be changed to a numerical grade after 10 school days. 3. Sicknesses of a severe nature, late entry into a course, or circumstances beyond the student’s

control are major reasons for “incomplete”. 4. Please check with the Principal or Guidance Office with any questions.

Final Mark Determination The final mark is automatically calculated by the computer. For any borderline students the classroom teacher should consult with the SC&GO secretary. We will have four marking periods for each school year.

½ year courses 1st marking period - 1/3 2nd marking period - 1/3 Final Exam - 1/3

Full year Courses 1st marking period - 1/6 2nd marking period - 1/6 3rd marking period - 1/6 4th marking period - 1/6 Mid-Term - 1/9 Final - 2/9

Valedictorian and Salutatorian Selection Procedures Criteria listed below will be used to determine the valedictorian and salutatorian of the senior class of the Lyons Central School District. 1. An eligible student must attend the Lyons Central schools for a minimum of three full academic

years, prior to graduation, from grades 9-12 2. Student must be enrolled as a full-time student at the time of graduation. 3. Averages of grades in Lyons Central School District through the third marking period of the

senior year will be used to select the final candidate. 4. A student will be eligible for valedictorian/salutatorian honors for his/her class only, based upon

the year of ninth grade enrollment. 5. Students selected for Valedictorian and Salutatorian must have earned a Regents Diploma with

Advanced Designation. Students will be expected to say a speech at graduation. The principal, who reserves the right to edit the content of the speech, must approve all commencement speeches.

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Lunch Privileges 1. All students will be granted 35 minutes for lunch.

2. Students in grades 6-8 will eat lunch in their classroom and 9-11 will remain in the cafeteria

during their lunch period. Students in grade 12 are permitted to leave the school property. This is a privilege and if abused, the student may not be allowed to leave school property at lunchtime.

3. Students are responsible for getting to class on time after lunch.

4. All lunchroom areas must be kept clean and neat.

5. Disturbing classes is forbidden and movement throughout the building must be kept quiet

and orderly. 6. TEACHERS – PLEASE DO NOT DISMISS YOUR CLASSES EARLY FOR LUNCH.

Announcements Announcements must be placed in the box provided in the Main Office by 8:45 a.m. each day. Announcements will be made primarily in the morning. Regular announcement forms are available in the Main Office. These forms must be used if an announcement is to be made. Afternoon announcements are to be limited to emergency type announcements, i.e., program or interscholastic cancellations. Do not ask the office to use the P.A. system to call one student for you to see. It is your responsibility to make arrangements with the teacher if you need to see a student.

Counseling Office This office is primarily concerned with the academic, vocational, personal and inter-personal growth of students. To aid in this process, the counselors provide counseling services and information in the areas of course selection, careers and further educational opportunities. In the spring of each year, the counselors review with each student their academic program. Great care is taken in the process to ensure that the student’s program meets his/her needs. This office also maintains an up-to-date file of information about occupations and a library of catalogs from colleges, nursing, technical and other specialized schools. Information on apprentice programs, vocational programs, and the Armed Forces is available. Computer searches are also available. In addition, the counselors stand ready to assist students in the areas of personal counseling, decision-making and problem solving. COUNSELOR GRADES Ms. Tyler 6, 7, 8, 9 Ms. Riggi 6, 10, 11, 12 Ms. Wheeler Counselor Ms. Woodworth Counselor

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Student Empowerment Team If a teacher is concerned about a student’s well-being the teacher is asked to fill out an SET referral form. The Student Empowerment Team will deal with students who will benefit most from a multi- disciplinary team approach. It is a team of professionals with various areas of expertise designed to help students with emotional, academic, behavioral, attendance or social problems. The Student Empowerment Team will review and recommend strategies to assist students in their school adjustment. The SET will collect information, discuss options, and develop a plan of action to deal with the presenting problem. The team will also conduct follow-up activities. The chair will select a case manager for each student referred. The case manager will then assume the responsibility for overseeing all aspects of the case (e.g., acting on recommendations, communicating with staff, and follow through activities). Referrals to the SET can be made by any staff member on the “Referral for Student Empowerment Team” form. These forms are available in the Counseling Office, or through the psychologists and counselors. Teachers are encouraged to refer any student having academic, behavioral, or emotional problems. The SET will be comprised of the building counselors, psychologists, principal, and nurse. The SET will invite other school personnel to its meetings.

IST Meetings - Instructional Support Team A meeting will be held for all students who are experiencing chronic failure. The meeting will include student, parents, teachers, counselors, and administrator. Please contact the Guidance office to set up a meeting.

Technology/Internet Usage 1. Technology/internet access has been established for educational purposes only, which includes

classroom activities, career development, and educational research projects consistent with Lyons Central School District policy.

2. Students may not use the Internet for commercial purposes. Students may not offer, provide or purchase products or services through the Internet.

3. Access to the Internet and to district computer technology is not a right but a privilege and

unacceptable usage will result in revoking this privilege. 4. There is a district "Student Acceptable Use Policy for Computer Technology.”

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Internet Use Guidelines 1. Internet is to be used for educational/school related purposes.

2. You may not use the internet for commercial purposes (buying or selling).

3. Programs or software are not to be downloaded from the Internet to the hard drive or a disk

without permission from the computer coordinator. 4. DO NOT supply your name, address or any other identifying information in response to any

forms on the Internet. 5. Printing is allowed only for school assignments.

Violation of any of the above may result in the loss of computer privileges and/or disciplinary measures. Other additional rules as designated by the teacher in charge. Use of School Equipment: any teacher and/or student wishing to have extended use of equipment beyond normal school hours must submit, for approval, an agreement for use of equipment form.

Visitors in the Building

1. Visitors to school shall not be permitted during the Covid-19 pandemic. Parent meetings and parent-teacher conferences will make use of videoconferencing technology to avoid in person exposure. Any contractor, vendor or guest permitted to enter the building shall be approved by the building administrator in conjunction with the Covid-19 Safety Coordinator. Upon arrival at the building any approved contractor, vendor or guest shall complete a temperature check and health screening questionnaire. Entry to the building will only be granted upon successful completion of the temperature check and screening. Approved contractors, vendors or guests who are granted entry to the school building will be required to wear an acceptable face covering and will be instructed to maintain social distancing while on school grounds. This includes guest speakers who should be invited only with the approval of the principal.

2. Teachers are not to release students to see, or leave with anyone, unless the Principal, Assistant Principal or their designee authorizes it.

3. Teachers will not leave a class to see a salesperson unless arrangements have been made by the

office. 4. Any visitors not wearing proper I. D. should be reported to the reception office.

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Student Dress Code Lyons Central School District takes pride in the appearance of its students. The intent of the Dress Code is to foster an environment that is sanitary, safe and conducive to teaching and student learning. It is also intended to provide guidance to prepare students for their role in the workplace and society. All students are expected to give attention to personal grooming and to dress appropriately for school and school functions. Students and their parents have the primary responsibility for acceptable student dress and appearance. Teachers and all other District personnel should exemplify and reinforce acceptable student dress, thereby helping students develop an understanding of appropriate appearance in the school setting. A student’s dress, grooming and appearance shall:

a. Be safe, appropriate and not disrupt or interfere with the educational process, or the health, safety and welfare of self or others.

b. Ensure that underwear is completely covered with outer clothing. c. Not include garments that expose the gluteal area, chest area or mid-section, and students may not

wear clothing through which these areas of the body are visible. d. Include footwear at all times. e. Not include the wearing of hats or hoods, except for medical or religious purpose. f. Not include items that are vulgar, obscene, slanderous or denigrate others on account of race,

color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation or disability. g. Not promote and/or endorse the use of alcohol, tobacco or illegal drugs and/or encourage other

illegal or violent activities. h. Not include blankets or coats. Blankets/coats should be kept in students' lockers during the day.

Each building principal or his or her designee shall be responsible for informing all students and their parents of the student Dress Code at the beginning of the school year and any revisions to the Dress Code made during the school year. Students who violate the student Dress Code shall be required to modify their dress by covering or removing the offending item and, if necessary replacing it with an acceptable item. Students who do not comply with the above expectations shall be subject to:

a. Student conference b. Parent conference c. Principal discretion/subject to discipline.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT, JEWELRY POLICY K-12

The wearing of jewelry during physical education can create a risk of injury to a student. For example, jewelry caught on equipment or clothing or another student during movement activities may tear the skin which could result in blood loss and/or infection, permanent scarring or severance of a body part, such as a finger from a ring. Another example is a direct hit from another person, a ball, racquet, stick or similar equipment on a piece of jewelry like an eyebrow ring, hoop or stud may split the skin and also result in blood loss, infection, and/or permanent scarring. In addition, a fall or collision during an activity or game, combined with a loose or defective tongue or lip ornament, could result in the aspiration of the mouth jewelry. Aspiration could result in choking, obstruction or damage of an airway, and in extreme instances respiratory arrest. In addition, blood loss, infection or permanent scarring may result from jewelry related injuries. Furthermore, the New York State Public High School Athletic Association does not allow the wearing of jewelry during competitions. Therefore, the Lyons Central School District Physical Education Department requires the removal of all jewelry as the safest manner to participate in physical education classes, interscholastic athletic teams, and intramural activities. There is no medical exemption from physical education for a body piercing. Failure to participate will be considered an illegal absence.

Exceptions to the above are: • Non-hooped “post” or stud-type jewelry taped flush with the body may be worn during class during the

6 week healing period for new exposed body-piercings. • Religious jewelry and medical alert jewelry is allowed if it is taped flush with the body.

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Electronic Devices, Cell Phones, Valuables, Book bags and Backpacks Phones and electronic devices will be allowed during lunch, study hall(s), and hallways during non-instructional times. Classroom teachers will inform their students of their policy regarding phone/electronics while the students are in their classroom. Cell phone use is not allowed during detention. Students are encouraged to leave large sums of money and valuables at home. Students are not allowed to have lasers and chains in school under any circumstances. Students may store skateboards in the main office during the school day but are not allowed to ride them on school grounds. Failure to follow these guidelines will result in the item being confiscated. Consequences for violating the electronic device policy are: 1st offense – Warning – Student picks up device from main office at the end of the day. 2nd offense –Detention and parent notification. 3rd offense –Double detention and parent notification. 4th offense- Half a day of ISS and parent notification 5th offense—Mandatory parent meeting with administration. Penalties will be decided upon by an administrator and may include suspension. Book bags, backpacks, and oversize handbags/purses will not be allowed in classrooms or other locations during the school day. They are only to be used to transport materials between home and school. Book bags, backpacks, and oversize handbags/purses are to be stored in student lockers for the duration of the school day. Medical Related Face Coverings

Students and staff will be expected to wear an acceptable face covering in any area of the building in which it might not be possible to maintain social distance. All students and staff members must wear cloth face coverings:

• Whenever they are within 6 feet of someone; • In hallways; • In restrooms; and • In other congregate settings, including buses.

The District will require all employees, adult visitors, students to wear a cloth face mask whenever social distancing can’t be maintained. Mask breaks will be provided. The district will provide a face covering for any individual who does not have one, although we encourage students and staff to provide their own. Acceptable face coverings include but are not limited to cloth-based face coverings (e.g. homemade sewn, quick cut, bandana) and surgical masks that cover both the mouth and nose. The District will instruct students, parents/guardians, staff and any visitors on: The proper way to wear face coverings; Washing hands before putting on and after removing their face covering; Proper way to discard disposable face coverings; The importance of routine cleaning of reusable face coverings; and Face coverings are for individual use only and should not be shared. Students and staff may use alternate PPE (i.e., face coverings that are transparent at or around the mouth) for instruction or interventions that require visualization of the movement of the lips and/or mouths (e.g., speech therapy). These alternate coverings may also be used for certain students (e.g., hearing impaired) who benefit from being able to see more of the face of the staff member. Cloth face coverings should not be placed on:

• Children younger than 2 years old • Anyone who has trouble breathing, or is unconscious, incapacitated, or otherwise unable to

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• Those suffering from a documented medical or behavioral condition that prevents them from complying

• When eating • When 12-foot distance is maintained while playing wind instruments, singing, and engaging

in aerobic activity. • Per the NYSDOH Reopening Guidance, p. 2.

Per the Student Dress Code above, face coverings shall not:

• Include items that are vulgar, obscene, slanderous or denigrate others on account of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation or disability.

• Promote and/or endorse the use of alcohol, tobacco or illegal drugs and/or encourage other illegal or violent activities.

Students who violate the face covering expectations shall be required to modify their face covering removing the offending item and replacing it with an acceptable item. Students who do not comply with the above expectations will be subject to:

• 1st offense – student conference with administrator • 2nd offense –parent conference with student and administrator; implementation of

student/principal contract agreement to support compliance with expectations • 3rd offense – student will be referred to virtual learning for 5 weeks. During this time the

student will be ineligible to participate in sports or extracurricular activities. Upon re-entry, a student-parent-administrator conference will be held to review expectations.

• 4th offense- student will be referred to virtual learning for 10 weeks. During this time the student will be ineligible to participate in sports or extracurricular activities. Upon re-entry, a student-parent-administrator conference will be held to review expectations.

• 5th offense- student will be referred to virtual learning for the remainder of the school year. During this time the student will be ineligible to participate in sports or extracurricular activities.

POLICIES, PROCEDURES AND REGULATIONS

ABSENTEEISM/TARDINESS

Regular attendance is crucial for a student’s academic success. Being on time and good attendance are two qualities necessary for success in later life. While some school or class absences are unavoidable, parents should make every effort to not schedule appointments or vacations during school time (the school day is from 7:45 – 3:15). “Take Your Child to Work Day” should be scheduled during vacation time if possible. The official day will only be recognized. Students are required to bring a written excuse upon returning to school. If a student is absent it is the student’s responsibility to find out what work was missed and to make it up immediately. Failure to do so could result in poor academic achievement or failure. The Board of Education in accordance with the Compulsory Attendance Law requires that each minor from 6 to 16 years of age shall regularly attend school full time, unless he/she has completed a 4 year course of study. A student must complete the school year in which they reach their 16th birthday. Chronic illegal absences and tardiness may result in disciplinary consequences including a Superintendent’s Hearing. The student may be referred to Family Court for legal action or to New York State Department of Social Services Child Abuse Register under the neglect provision of the Social Services law.

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Lateness to Class Regular attendance and promptness to class are expected of every student. Good attendance correlates very highly with scholastic achievement. Late to class guidelines:

1. Students will make full explanation to the teacher. 2. Individual teachers will then determine the appropriate action. 3. If students are late to class without a pass, they should be kept with the class.

Late to School Students are expected to report to first period on time. Students who are tardy to class will be marked tardy by the classroom teacher. If a student is late coming to school he/she is expected to bring an excuse signed by a parent/guardian, explaining the reasons for tardiness. If a student arrives after 8:49, s/he is to report directly to the Main Office. If students are illegally tardy or excessively tardy, disciplinary action will be taken. Detention will be assigned on the 5th unexcused tardy and for each group of five tardies thereafter each semester (i.e. 5th, 10th, 15th, etc.). Attendance Everyone registered in school is to be in school each day unless legal causes prevent attendance.

Statement of Overall Objectives School attendance is both a right and a responsibility. The School District is an active partner with students and parents in the task of ensuring that all students meet or exceed the New York State Learning Standards. Because the School District recognizes that consistent school attendance, academic success and school completion have a positive correlation, the School District will develop, review and, if necessary, revise a Comprehensive Student Attendance Policy to meet the following objectives:

a) To increase school completion for all students. b) To raise student achievement and close gaps in student performance. c) To identify attendance patterns in order to design attendance improvement efforts. d) To know the whereabouts of every student for safety and other reasons. e) To verify that individual students are complying with education laws relating to

compulsory attendance. f) To determine the District’s average daily attendance for State aid purposes.

Student Attendance/Course Credit Students are expected to attend all scheduled classes. Consistent with the importance of classroom attendance, unexcused student absences, tardiness, and early departures may affect a student’s grade. Students who are absent from class due to their participation in a school-sponsored activity are to arrange with their teachers to make up any work missed in a timely manner as determined by the student’s teacher. Attendance at school-sponsored events where instruction is substantially equivalent to the instruction which was missed shall be counted as the equivalent of regular attendance in class. Upon returning to school following an absence, tardiness or early departure, a written excuse will be required. It is the responsibility of the student to consult his/her teacher(s) regarding arrangements to make up missed work, assignments and/or tests in accordance with the time schedule specified by the teacher. Notes must be brought in for each absence. A phone call does not replace a written excuse.

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Disciplinary Consequences Unexcused absences, tardiness or early departure will result in disciplinary sanctions as described in the District’s Code of Conduct. Consequences may include, but are not limited to, in-school suspension, detention and denial of participation in interscholastic and extracurricular activities. Parents/persons in parental relation will be notified by designated District personnel at periodic intervals to discuss their child’s absences, tardiness or early departure and the importance of class attendance and appropriate interventions. Individual buildings/grade levels will address procedures to implement the notification process to the parent/person in parental relation. Medical and Dental Appointments A note from home must be presented to the Reception/Attendance Office. Plan ahead in making any appointments to avoid loss of class work or more than one period of school time. Every effort should be made to schedule appointments after school or during vacations. Students may be required to bring back an appointment card with their time of departure signed by the Doctor/Dentist office. Illness in School If a student becomes ill, he/she should obtain a pass from his/her teacher to the Nurse’s Office. If the nurse is not available, students should report to the Main Office. Students should not report to the nurse between classes without a pass from the next period teacher. Parents are responsible for transportation of ill students to their homes from the school. An ill student is never allowed to go home where he/she will be left alone. Physical Education If for some medical reason, a student should not take physical education for an extended time, he/she must bring an excuse from his/her family physician and give it to the school nurse who will advise the Physical Education teacher. The student must have a doctor’s release to resume activity. Accidents in school Accident reports and insurance claims - In case of an accident resulting in an injury, the student should inform the teacher in charge and the school nurse immediately after the accident. The school nurse will give the necessary insurance forms to the student for completion by the parents within 30 days.

HEALTH SERVICES

School Health Office Staff Every school has a school nurse. Jill Harper (RN) is our school nurse. The nurse coordinates health care in the school setting, answers routine medical questions for parents, staff, and children, gives immediate first aid and provides medical care according to the medical regimen prescribed by the private health provider, performs and coordinates mandated NYS screenings, and advises parents on immunization and mandated physical examination requirements. Confidentiality The District adheres to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Private health care providers must follow other laws called Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). In instances where the school needs to communicate with private health care providers, the parent will need to complete the required form(s) from their health care provider in order for school officials to be able to speak with them. Please be advised that certain confidential medical information will be shared with district personnel who need to know. This may include understanding the impact a medical condition may have on a child within the classroom setting or on the bus, and/or how to

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recognize and potentially manage significant medical concerns until medical help arrives. This disclosure may be in written form, such as documentation in an Emergency Care Plan (ECP), or verbal training on implementing the ECP, or both. If you have any questions about the re-disclosure of information on your child to supervisory staff responsible for their safety, please contact your school nurse Mandated Physical Examinations New York State law requires parents or guardians to furnish a certificate of physical examination within 30 days of entrance for all new students, and for students in grades Pre-kindergarten or kindergarten, 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, and 11, and for those students participating in sports, requiring special education services, or seeking work permits. The Board of Education recommends that all examinations be done by your own physician, physician’s assistant, or nurse practitioner for optimal continuity of care. If you require but cannot afford health insurance to secure private health care for your child, please contact the school nurse for confidential, free assistance in being connected with an insurance representative. Virtually all children are eligible for health insurance, even if families do not qualify for other forms of assistance. A physical exam is valid for twelve months through the last day of the month in which the exam was conducted and is valid for an entire school year for new entrants and mandated exams as well as the entire sport season for interscholastic sports even if the exam expires during those time frames. Students wishing to participate in interscholastic sports must have proof of their updated health exam and tetanus vaccine in their school’s health office ideally two weeks before the sport begins so the clearance process has time to take place. Your private physician may fax completed health certificates to the school Health Office at 315-946-2221 In the rare event that a certificate of private examination is not provided, a health appraisal may be conducted at school if you or your child schedule an appointment with prior written parental informed consent. These exams are a complete physical screening of all body systems including breasts and genitals when deemed appropriate by our licensed clinical staff. A parent has the right to attend these examinations and/or to review history questions that may be asked of your child. Please make prior arrangements with the school nurse. Please tell your children if you intend to have an examination conducted in school. Mandated Screenings The New York State Education Department requires certain screening exams on certain ages or grades of children as listed below. The New York State Department of Health (DOH) also requires that your private health care provider reports and that the school district collects information on your child’s Body Mass Index (BMI) and Weight Status Category (WSC). You may fulfill these legal obligations by having your private physician conduct the screening exams privately. You need to notify the school nurse not to do the examinations and present your private certificates prior to the school screening dates. The administration may grant a religious exemption to screening exams for families with a sincerely held religious belief. Please contact the nurse for information about how to apply for a religious exemption. If you have not provided a private certificate or notified the nurse of your plan to have the screenings done privately by the time the nurse conducts the school screenings, the district will follow NYS Education Department mandates and will conduct the screening as scheduled. Please communicate regularly with your school nurse to avoid confusion.

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The following screening evaluations are conducted by the school nurse who will advise you of any concerns:

1. Distance visual acuity for all new entrants and for children in grades Pre – K or Kindergarten, 1, 3 5, 7, and 11, or at any other time deemed essential.

2. Near visual acuity for all new entrants within six months of entrance. 3. Color perception for all new entrants within six months of entrance. 4. Hearing acuity for all new entrants and for those in grades Pre-K or Kindergarten, 1, 3, 5, 7,

11, and at any other time deemed essential. 5. Scoliosis (curvature of the spine) for female students in grades 5 and 7 and male students in

grade 9.

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Minimum Immunizations Requirements For School Attendance

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Dental Certificates The Board of Education recognizes the importance of good oral hygiene for all children and recommends that your child has regular periodic complete dental examinations by your private dentist ideally every six months, but at least upon entrance to school and again in grades, K, 2, 4, 7, and 10. If you wish to provide a certificate of dental examination for inclusion in your child’s permanent health record which is saved until your child is 27 years old, please submit or have your dentist submit the completed certificate to your school nurse. Emergency Care Plans Any child with a severe or life threatening medical condition that may require adult intervention and oversight during the school day, such as but not limited to diabetes, poorly controlled seizures, severe respiratory problems, or anaphylaxis secondary to food or insect allergy, will have an Emergency Care Plan created by the school nurse in cooperation with the parent and their private health care provider. These plans are updated annually. The purpose of the plan is to provide concrete and simple training and instructions to non-medical personnel acting in a supervisory role for your child to keep your child as safe as possible until medical assistance arrives. If you believe your child needs an emergency care plan, please be sure to bring the school nurse medical documentation from your physician as soon as possible before the start of school, so she can work with you to develop a safe plan for your child. Please be advised that you are encouraged to attend field trips with your child who has a special medical need for medication or management when the RN or an RN may not be available. Please provide adequate supplies of all life saving medication and testing materials to the school nurse. Adaptive Physical Education, and Special School Accommodations Any child with a medical condition that requires special accommodations in physical education, a mandatory class for NYS graduation requirements, must have an annual renewal from your primary care provider. If you have been given written administrative clearance in the past for your child to have any special accommodations based on medical need, including the ability to participate in physical education and sports with only one of a paired organ, you may provide a letter annually to the school nurse without a medical provider note that your child’s medical condition has not changed and that the prior year’s plan remains current. When your child’s medical condition changes, a physician written update is required. Accommodations for Transportation Certain medical conditions are eligible for special accommodations for transportation upon parent and physician request and with prior administrative approval. This is a highly restrictive measure and requires written private physician documentation, and CSE or 504 action. Accommodations within school are individualized according to patient needs and physician documentation. These conditions include, but are not necessarily limited to, asthma, behavioral and/or mental health issues, cognitive delays, orthopedic problems, sensory impairments, and other serious or life-threatening medical conditions. Please contact the department of transportation for more information. Lead Screening NYS requires schools to advise parents of pre-schoolers of the availability of lead screening examinations by blood testing. The district recommends that you discuss whether your child has already been or should be screened for lead toxicity by your private provider. Please alert the nurse to the results of this important test, so it can be documented in your child’s permanent health record. Medications The Board of Education supports a safe medication delivery system for any child in need of medicines during the school day. Accordingly, all prescription and non-prescription medicines require physician

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and parent written permission and delivery of the medication by the parent in the original container to the school nurse who will store and oversee the administration of a medicine to a child. A photograph of the child is affixed to all prescription medicine bottles for added precautions. The Board also encourages that whenever possible parents discuss with their health care provider alternatives to having medicines administered during the school day when doing so may interfere with instructional time. The school nurse will count controlled substances when you drop them off and will monitor them on a decreasing count. The nurse will notify you of any discrepancies. The Board of Education requests that all parents work with their children of all ages to ensure they are educated to know the name and appearance of their medicine, the amount they are to get at what times, and the reason they are taking the medicine. The Board also asks parents to make sure their children realize that if they are asked to take a medicine that is not familiar to them or at a dose that is incorrect, that it is important to tell the adult “NO”, to explain to the adult there appears to be a mistake, and to say they need to call their parent to clarify their concern before they accept an unfamiliar medicine from anyone. Responsible children, with prior approval by the principal, school nurse, and district physician, sometimes may carry and self-administer life-saving medicines upon written parental request and with private provider approval that the child is responsible to do so. All self-carried, life-saving medicines must have a duplicate supply stored in the health office in the event the child’s supply is misplaced, lost, or not readily available in an emergency. Children may not carry or self-administer controlled substances or substances abused for recreational purposes. In the event of a field trip and the need to administer medication, the district encourages you or your designate to attend the trip with your child so you may safely administer the medication to your child. A staff member who is a friend of your family may serve as your designate in your absence. Non-self-directed students require a nurse or a parent designate present on field trips if medication is required. Please contact the school nurse if you have questions. Child Health Plus Insurance Child Health Plus is New York State’s medical insurance program serving uninsured children under age 19 in families whose household income exceeds Medicaid income eligibility. The insurance is provided free or at a low cost. Coverage includes well-child check-ups, immunizations, prescriptions, doctor’s visits, x-rays and lab work, outpatient mental health, inpatient hospital care, emergency medical care, and other services. The application is a simple one-page form requiring proof of the child’s age, household income, and residency. Another program called Valu-Med provides a basic insurance policy for people aged 19-65. For information or assistance contact your school nurse or call [in the Rochester area 585-546-3559]. Every child deserves a private physician known as a medical home. Parents as Medical Providers The New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions, division of medical licensing does not recommend and strongly discourages medical providers from treating family members. Accordingly, because the district follows a "best practice" standard of care in our health offices, please be advised that the district will not accept medical clearances, requests, forms, documents, certificates, or any other medical notice, etc. from a parent who is acting as their child's health care provider. All medical orders, certificates, or other required statements or forms must be written by the child's private primary care physician, or health care provider. A parent who is also a health care provider must complete all required parent documentation/permission to supplement the treating physician or other health care provider's information, the same as any other parent. Your failure to cooperate may delay the processing of your child's information resulting in delays in your child's

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ability to participate in various activities. Mandatory State Audits or Surveys The NYS Department of Health (DOH) does periodic random audits of immunization records that are already available with identifying information on the NYS Immunization Registry. However, if you do not wish your child's name to be on an immunization record during these mandated reviews, please advise the school nurse at the start of the school year. The DOH also requires periodic audits of body mass index and weight status categories with mandated physical exams, as described above under screenings. These audits are anonymous; however, if you prefer not to participate in these audits, please advise the school nurse at the start of the school year. Influenza (Flu) New York State Public Health Law Section 613 requires schools to inform families about influenza disease and the benefits of influenza immunizations. The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. The symptoms of flu might include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle or body aches, headaches, or fatigue. Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea. Symptoms can last 7 – 10 days and can result in loss school and work. Flu viruses spread mainly by droplets made when people with flu cough, sneeze or talk. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby. Less often, a person might also get flu by touching a surface or object that has flu virus on it and then touching their own mouth, eyes or nose. The Centers for Disease Control and New York State Department of Health recommend a yearly flu vaccine as the first and most important step in protecting against flu viruses for everyone 6 months of age and older as soon as the new seasonal flu vaccine is available each year. People at high risk of serious flu complications include young children, pregnant women, people with chronic health conditions like asthma, diabetes or heart and lung disease and people 65 years and older. Vaccination of high- risk persons is especially important to decrease their risk of severe flu illness. Vaccination also is important for health care workers, and other people who live with or care for high-risk people to keep from spreading flu to high-risk people. People who care for children younger than six months of age should be vaccinated. Meanwhile, remember to educate your children to take everyday preventive measures listed below to stop the spread of flu:

• Cover their nose and mouth with a tissue when they cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after use.

• Wash hands often with soap and water. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub.

• Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth • Try to avoid close contact with sick people. • While sick, limit contact with others as much as possible to keep from infecting them. Stay

home for at least 24 hours after fever is gone off fever reducing medicines except to get medical care or for other necessities.

Excellent Resources for further information: http://www.cdc.gov/flu http://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/influenza/seasonal/

http://www.cdc.gov/fluhttp://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/influenza/seasonal/

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HEAD LICE REMINDER

This is a reminder that head lice are a community problem brought into the schools unintentionally by unsuspecting children. The peak time that children become infested with head lice is in the summer, because of sleep-away camps, slumber parties, and vacationing. However, because head lice are so small, and because symptoms of itching may not develop for weeks or even months after infestation, parents and children alike often do not even know there is a problem unless the parent inspects a child’s head closely and often. This is the time of year in the Fall when we start to see some cases of head lice on children in school. This is a good opportunity to begin looking carefully through your young child’s scalp at least once a day if you notice that your child is scratching their scalp more than usual. If you see any stage of the head louse, nits (eggs) attached to the hair shaft that are hard to remove or live lice, your child needs to be treated, and the nits removed before you send your child back to school. Adequate treatment requires four ounces per six inches of hair of an over-the-counter product you choose and use exactly according to package instructions, which will include repeating the treatment in a week to ten days. As children participate in physical education and other school activities, close contact can occur, especially in contact activities or sports. There are inherent risks to all close contact activities and sports, including the transmission of various infections or infestations, like impetigo, scabies, ringworm, and lice. We encourage parents to inspect their children on a regular basis and to discuss any medical concerns they notice with their private health care providers. Head lice are a nuisance, but they are treatable and are not life threatening. The district monitors carefully every instance of any potentially contagious condition, and the school nurse works closely with everyone involved to ensure the health, safety, and dignity of every child. Your own physician is an excellent resource for you if you have any questions or if you find that an over-the-counter treatment does not help. Your school nurse can help you with specific issues related to your child’s attendance in school. REMEMBER, THE SINGLE MOST IMPORTANT WAY TO PREVENT A HEAD LICE PROBLEM IN SCHOOL IS SURVEILLANCE BY THE PARENT AT HOME.

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WELLNESS POLICY

SUBJECT: DISTRICT WELLNESS POLICY

The Lyons Central School District is committed to providing school environments that promote and protect children's health, well-being, and ability to learn by supporting healthy eating and physical activity. The Lyons Central School District has established a Wellness Committee to develop the District's proposed local wellness policy. Membership is open to the school community. The Lyons Central School District Wellness Committee includes, but is not limited to, representatives from each of the following groups:

a. Students b. Parents c. Food Service Department d. School District Administrators e. Community Stakeholders f. School nurses g. Teaching staff h. Support Services Staff i. Wellness Coordinators j. Support Staff (teachers’ aides/assistants, clerical, etc.)

The Wellness Committee assesses current activities, programs and policies; identifies specific areas of need; develops the policy and provides mechanisms for implementation, evaluation, revision, and updating of the policy. The Wellness Committee was established to represent the local community's perspective in developing the wellness policy for Lyons Central School District. The Wellness Committee meets monthly throughout the school year. The Wellness Coordinators shall be responsible for ensuring that the Wellness Policy is implemented throughout the school district. The Wellness Committee will assess implementation toward Wellness Policy goals on an annual basis. The district will conduct an assessment of the policy every three years and document the findings and share with the school community. The district Wellness Committee will revise the policy as needed, based on the assessment. The Wellness Committee will share information with the school community through newsletters, social media, and the school website. Feedback from the school community will be encouraged. Goals to Promote Student Wellness

Taking into account the parameters of the Lyons Central School District (academic programs, annual budget, staffing, and available facilities), as well as the community of Lyons (the general economy; socioeconomic status; local tax bases; social, cultural and religious influences; geography; and legal, political, and social institutions), the Wellness Committee recommends the following District goals relating to nutrition education, physical activity and other school-based activities:

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Nutrition Education

The Lyons Central School District will provide nutrition education to facilitate the adoption of healthy eating habits and other nutrition-related behaviors conducive to health and well-being by establishing the following standards for:

a) Classroom teaching: Grades Pre-K through sixth grade will receive behavior skills-based nutrition education (such as

meal planning and label reading) in the classroom as a part of their health curriculum. Nutrition education will also be included when appropriate in subjects such as math, science, language arts, social sciences and elective subjects. Middle and High School students will receive nutrition education in their health classes. Middle and High School students will receive supplemental nutrition when appropriate in physical education classes. Criteria for selecting educational materials for the classroom shall be expanded to include review of advertising content.

b) Education, marketing, and promotion that links outside the classroom:

Outside the classroom, nutrition education will be visible throughout the district. Nutrition information will be available daily. Lyons Central School District plans to make nutrition information available via the District's Website as well.

The district restricts food and beverage marketing to the promotion of foods and beverages that meet

Smart Snack nutrition standards for meals or for foods and beverages sold individually. The district restricts the advertising of unhealthy products in school publications. The complete Smart Snack Standards are included in this policy in Appendix A.

c) Fundraising activities:

The district recommends that schools avoid participation in fundraising or incentive programs that promote a message inconsistent with our goals for a healthy school community. To support children's health and school nutrition education efforts, school fundraising activities will not encourage the use of foods. However, if foods are used, immediately consumable foods may not be sold during the school day. If a fundraiser does involve food, the district encourages it to be a healthy food choice. There is a list of ideas for fundraising in Appendix B.

d) Staff training:

Staff will be encouraged to attend professional development to aid in teaching nutrition.

Physical Education and Physical Activity

The district will provide opportunities for every student to develop the knowledge and skills for specific physical activities, to maintain physical fitness, to regularly participate in physical activity, and to understand the short-term and long-term benefits of physically active and a healthy lifestyle.

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There is a written comprehensive, standards based Physical Education curriculum for grades K-12 that is available upon request. The district encourages a culture of physical activity that addresses the needs of students, staff, and the school community.

The Wellness Committee has determined that the following standards are necessary to achieve this goal:

a) Physical education graduation requirements:

The students in grades 9 through 12 must complete a total of 2.0 credits of Physical Education to graduate, by completing 0.5 credits per year. All students in grades K-12 shall be required to take a Physical Education class. The district will not allow students to be exempt from Physical Education. The district will not allow students to substitute other school or community activities for required Physical Education class time or credit. b) Physical education class requirements: The students in grades K through 6 will attend Physical Education class on average of 150

minutes per week for the entire school year. This program is overseen by a certified Physical Education teacher.

The students in grades 7 through 12 will attend Physical Education class on average of 105

minutes per week for forty (40) weeks each year of their six (6) years in middle/high school. The intensity of the physical activity will vary depending upon the activity being learned. The district strives to offer elective Physical Education in addition to required Physical Education classes. New York State Physical Education Standards and Regulations are followed for students in grades K-12.

c) Staff training/certification for Physical Education:

The Physical Education staff will participate in professional development annually. The district strives to offer student teacher ratio similar to those used in other classes.

d) Physical activity outside Physical Education classes:

The district strives to provide daily recess/opportunities for physical activity in grades K-6. (May be integrated into instruction of other content areas – for example jumping jacks while counting in Math). Recess is offered before lunch as research shows that children will eat more of their lunch after recess. The district encourages teachers to implement instructional strategies that offers opportunities for movement and physical activity. The district strives to meet the unique wellness needs of staff, families, and community members. The district promotes the integration of physical activity into classroom academic content.

Opportunities for physical activity including recess cannot be taken away as a form of discipline. Staff are encouraged to offer opportunities for physical activity as acknowledgment of positive behavior and/or academic achievement. Teachers are discouraged to use physical activity as a punishment.

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The district does encourage walking or biking to school to those students who live within an appropriate distance. There are bike racks for bikes and sidewalks for walking. Opportunities for physical activity will be promoted throughout the school, such as in after school intramurals and other non-competitive physical activity programs via school announcements, school newsletters, or posters. The district strives for all students to be physically active and encourages families and the wider school community to participate in school sponsored wellness activities.

After-School-based Activities

The district wishes to establish a school environment that presents consistent wellness messages and is conducive to healthy eating and physical activity for all. Staff is also encouraged to model healthy eating and drinking behaviors. In order to present a coordinated school approach where district decision-making related to nutrition and physical activity encompasses all aspects of the school, the Wellness Committee has determined that the following standards are necessary to achieve this goal: a) Federal School Meals Programs:

Lyons School District does participate in the available federal school meal programs including: School Breakfast Program, National School Lunch Program (including after-school snacks), and Summer Food Service Program.

The district offers the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) and promotes students and families participation through the district website, newsletters, open houses and all other available opportunities including but not limited to:

1. Promoting the availability of the CEP program.

2. Providing nutritional information in English and Spanish.

3. Offering students the opportunity to provide input on local, cultural and ethnic favorite foods.

4. Providing periodic food promotions to encourage taste testing of healthy new foods being introduced on the menu.

5. Scheduling morning bus routes to allow students to arrive at school in time to eat breakfast.

6. Prohibiting students from leaving campus for lunch with the exception of the students in 12th grade.

7. Following the USDA Professional Standards for State and Local Nutrition Programs to ensure that professional development in the area of food and nutrition is provided for food service directors, managers and staff. USDA Standards may be found at https://www.fns.usda.gov/school-meals/nutrition-standards-school-meals

b) Access to school nutrition programs:

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The cafeteria does offer meal options that are culturally sensitive and addresses special dietary needs. The district utilizes the USDA´s Smarter Lunchroom strategies. The district shall provide periodic food promotions to encourage taste testing of healthy new foods being introduced on the menu. The district offers breakfast in the classroom. Students will have the opportunity to provide local, cultural, and ethnic favorites. Morning bus routes will be scheduled to allow students to arrive at school in time to eat breakfast.

c) Meal environment: Lyons provides students with at least ten (10) minutes to eat after sitting down for breakfast and

twenty (20) minutes after sitting down for lunch. Lunch meal periods are at appropriate times between 11 am and 1 pm.

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