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a publication of Marion Community Schools

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New leader, same drive to succeedSuperintendent Brad Lindsay is one of many new faces around the Marion Community Schools district, but one thing remains the same: the push for continued success.

WHAT’S INSIDE:Meet the superintendent A letter from Mr. Lindsay ...................................... 2Registration, fees, supplies What you need to know .................................... 8-9Calendar Holidays, school day start/end ........................ 4-6Dress code New rules, spirit wear shop .......................... 10-11Immunizations What’s required when ........................................... 7Latchkey Information from the YMCA .................................. 9MCS Hotline School/student safety tipline ............................ 12We want to hear from you! Contact info, advisory team ............................. 2-3

In the past four years, under the leadership of Superintendent Steve Edwards, now retired, Marion High School has undergone an amazing turnaround. Graduation and test passage rates are up, the number of Core 40 and Technical Honors diplomas are on the rise, and more than half of students earn dual (college) credit or pass one or more AP tests.

Mr. Lindsay calls it a “blessing and a challenge” to follow in the footsteps of Mr. Edwards.

Mr. Lindsay comes from Mooresville Consolidated Schools, southwest of Indianapolis, where he over-saw a similar turnaround. He looks forward to con-tinuing the positive changes at Marion High School and at Marion Community Schools’ other buildings.VOLUME 1 ISSUE 1 JULY 2013

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TIME OF TRANSITION — Retiring Marion

Community Schools Superintendent

Steve Edwards, left, and his successor,

Brad Lindsay, meet just prior to

Edwards’ retirement in June 2013.

Read a letter from Mr. Lindsay on

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JOIN THE ADVISORY TEAM:All parents of MCS students

are invited to join the Superintendent’s Parent Advisory Team as a regular team member, or attend any individual meetings.

For more information, call 662-2546, or email

[email protected].

First meeting: 5:30 p.m. Sept. 3, 2013

I hope to see you there!

For more opportunities to get involved in our schools, see Page 9!

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from the desk of the SUPERINTENDENT

Marion Community SchoolsSuperintendent Brad Lindsay

CONTACT:Mail

Superintendent’s Office Education Service Center

1240 S. Adams St.Marion, IN 46953

Phone662-2546 ext. 125

[email protected]

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GIANT things are yet to come!Just weeks into my new role as

Superintendent of Marion Community Schools, I am humbled and excited about the GIANT opportunity I have been afforded to join a TEAM that is fully devoted to mak-ing the best possible happen for students and community! My wife, Vicki, and our daughters, Hannah,

an incoming Marion High School junior, and Emily, an incoming McCulloch Junior High School eighth-grader are excited to join Team Marion. We believe we are joining a winning team and community where even more GIANT things are yet to come!I have been engaged in an intentional

“Listening Tour” to gain understanding of the current reality of the people, systems, processes, and programs of Marion Com-munity Schools. With each passing day, I become increasingly optimistic and motivat-ed, as I discover the excellent and important work that is under way for the benefit of our students, our community and our future! I believe that the Marion Community

Schools team is doing the right things for students in the right ways and for the right reasons. Below are three early findings that lead me

to believe that Marion Community Schools will increasingly become a safe, healthy, friendly, and results-oriented culture where our students will enjoy and excel: <The successful learning and maturation

of Marion students is the primary mission!<The Marion Community Schools team

consists of caring people who are devoted professionals willing to sacrifice, serve, and go the extra mile for our students, our community, and our future! <There are systems and processes in

place that allow for high levels of instruc-tional effectiveness, engaged student learning, financial and facility stewardship, and community service that promotes All In and All Together Marion Pride!As Superintendent, I will lead with energy

and hope as we strive for continuous improvement of people, programs, and schools.I will seek to connect with the heart and

engage in dialogue with MCS teammates as well as community leaders to determine key performance objectives and priorities for

the 2013-14 school year.I will be visibly present in the schools and

community. My family and I will become ALL IN Marion Giants, investing into the community of Marion by making this our home, our place to learn, worship, shop, play, and serve.I will seek the opportunity to tell the MCS

story to local civic and service organizations throughout the community, discovering ways in which individuals and groups can support the school district with our mission, vision, and strategic plan to make better happen in the lives of students and people of Marion.I believe that the 2013-14 school year can

be the best in Marion history!As we prepare for the start of the school

year, we are in passionate pursuit of our cause: the successful learning and maturation of every student! In Marion Community Schools, we want our

classrooms to be the most fun, happy, and exciting places for students to learn. We are going to be intentional about making each of our students feel welcome, wanted, and appreciated. We are going to choose our own ending

to this school year before it even begins: MARION STUDENTS WIN! MARION STUDENTS WIN!Here are six reasons why the 2013-14

school year will be the best yet at MCS:1. Our Cause: We understand that our

students are our “WHY”! 2. Target Destination: We are beginning

with the end in mind, which is for this to become the most enjoyable and results- producing school year in Marion history! 3. Win Early: We are going to get out of the

gates strong and produce early success! 4. Team Marion: We are going to produce

as a TEAM! 5. The Marion Way: We are going to

institutionalize instructional strategies and practices that work for our students!6. Be Intentional: We are going to stay

focused on purpose in all we think, say, and do.I am thankful for the privilege and honor

to join the MCS team! May we as a TEAM choose to make this the best academic year ever for our students, our community and our future!

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HOW TO CONTACT US}ELEMENTARIES

(Kindergarten - Grade 4)office hours: 7:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Allen Elementary School*1115 E. Bradford St.

Marion, IN 46952Phone: 765-664-7355

Web: allen.marion.k12.in.us

Anthony Williams, Principal

Frances Slocum Elementary School*2909 S. Torrence St.

Marion, IN 46953Phone: 765-664-0589

Web: slocum.marion.k12.in.us

Melissa Jessup, Principal

Kendall Elementary School*2009 W. Kem RoadMarion, IN 46952

Phone: 765-662-7364 Web: kendall.marion.k12.in.us

David Khalouf, PrincipalAnne Liddick, Assistant Principal

Riverview Elementary School*513 W. Buckingham Drive

Marion, IN 46952Phone: 765-662-2427

Web: riverview.marion.k12.in.us

Michele Kelsay, PrincipalLendon Schwartz, Assistant Principal

*Determine your elementary school district with our online Infofinder I tool, on the Transportation

Department page at www.marion.k12.in.us

INTERMEDIATE (Grades 5-6)

office hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.Justice Intermediate School

720 N. Miller Ave.Marion, IN 46952

Phone: 765-664-0507 Web: justice.marion.k12.in.us

Melissa Richards, Principal

JUNIOR HIGH (Grades 7-8)

office hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.McCulloch Junior High School

3528 S. Washington St.Marion, IN 46953

Phone: 765-674-6917Web: mcculloch.marion.k12.in.us

Jim Fox, PrincipalPaul Voigt, Assistant Principal

HIGH SCHOOL(Grades 9-12)

office hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Marion High School

750 W. 26th St.Marion, IN 46953

Phone: 765-664-9051Web: mhs.marion.k12.in.us

Lennon Brown, PrincipalMelissa Blossom, Associate Principal

Sylvia Flowers, Assistant PrincipalDawn Morgan, Assistant PrincipalJames Bragg, Assistant Principal

(Freshman Center)

VOCATIONAL/TECHNICALoffice hours: 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.Tucker Career and Technology Center

107 S. Pennsylvania St.Marion, IN 46952

Phone: 765-664-9091Web: tucker.marion.k12.in.us

Amanda McCammon, Director

HEAD STARTMarion Early Childhood Center

at Tucker Career and Technology Center107 S. Pennsylvania St.

Marion, IN 46952Phone: 765-651-2080

Web: mecc.marion.k12.in.us

Heather Pratt, Director of Head Start

DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION office hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Education Service Center1240 S. Adams St.Marion, IN 46953

Phone: 765-662-2546Web: marion.k12.in.us

Department Extension

Superintendent’s Office .........125Brad Lindsay, SuperintendentEmail: [email protected]

Business Office .......................143James McWhirt, Business ManagerEmail: [email protected]

Instructional Services ............137

Administrators to be named

Food Service ............................112Deniece Aguilar, CoordinatorEmail: [email protected]

Special Education ...................139Lisa Graham, DirectorEmail: [email protected]

Human Resources ..................102Shelley Preston, DirectorEmail: [email protected]

SUPPORT SERVICES Troy Freeman, Director

Email: [email protected]: 765-674-6929

Transportation Department826 E. 30th St.

Marion, IN 46953Phone: 765-664-4237

Don Batchelor, DirectorEmail: [email protected]

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FAQs: What if my student is sick? Parents are required to notify their student’s school if the student is going to be absent. Call your school’s office before the school day starts. (Contact numbers can be found at right.) If you cannot call, you must send a note explaining the absence to school with the student the day he/she returns, or within 24 hours of the absence.NOTE: Repeated absences because of illness will require a doctor’s note, or parents can bring the student to school to have the school nurse verify the illness. What if my student has an appointment? When possible, appointments should be scheduled before or after school. If an appointment during the school day is unavoidable, parents must let the school know in advance the reason for the absence. Does a note from me mean the absence is excused? No, not necessarily. Even documented absences, if repeated, can lead the school to take action. (More information on MCS’s absence policies can be found in the Board Policies section of our website, www.marion.k12.in.us.)

What can happen if my student is repeatedly absent from school? Students are required by state law to attend school regularly. Multiple unexcused absences or tardies violate state law and may be categorized as truancies. Parents can face fines or even jail time if their students are truant!

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Students who aren’t in school can’t learn! Marion Community Schools believes every student should have the opportunity to succeed, and this starts with being in the classroom on time every day. (Studies have shown students who are often absent or tardy do worse on tests through-out their school years and even have lower graduation rates.)

ELEMENTARIES (Kindergarten - Grade 4)

Student hours: 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. | Office hours: 7:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Doors at Allen, Frances Slocum, Kendall and Riverview elementary schools open at 7:35 a.m. Students are not to be sent to school before the designated time since entry areas are not supervised before school. (See Page 9 for latchkey childcare information.)

All students are expected to be at their desks, ready to begin the school day, by 8 a.m. Monday - Friday, and to remain at school until dismissal.

Allen Elementary School1115 E. Bradford St.Marion, IN 46952Phone: 765-664-7355

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Frances Slocum Elementary School2909 S. Torrence St.

Marion, IN 46953Phone: 765-664-0589

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Riverview Elementary School513 W. Buckingham Drive

Marion, IN 46952Phone: 765-662-2427

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Kendall Elementary School2009 W. Kem RoadMarion, IN 46952Phone: 765-662-7364

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JUSTICE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL(Grades 5-6)

Student hours: 8:25 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. | Office hours:7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.

Doors open at 8 a.m. Students are not to be sent to school before the designated time since entry areas are not supervised before school.

All students are expected to be at their desks, ready to begin the school day, by 8:25 a.m. Monday - Friday, and to remain at school until dismissal.

Justice Intermediate School720 N. Miller Ave.Marion, IN 46952

Phone: 765-664-0507

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MARION HIGH SCHOOL(Grades 9-12)Student hours:

<8:50 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays<9:30 to 4 p.m. Wednesdays, Thursdays

Office hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

All students are expected to be at their desks, ready to begin the school day, by first bell Monday - Friday, and to remain at school until dismissal.

(The full daily bell schedule is available online at mhs.marion.k12.in.us.)

Marion High School750 W. 26th St.

Marion, IN 46953Phone: 765-664-9051

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TUCKER CAREER AND TECHNOLOGY CENTEROffice hours: 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.

Student hours: Morning Classes:

8:30 - 10:45 a.m. (sending schools)9 a.m. M,T,F / 9:30 a.m. W, Th - 11:30 a.m. (Marion High School)

Afternoon Classes: 12:45 - 3 p.m. (sending schools)

1:35 - 3:50 p.m. (Marion High School)

MARION EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTEROffice hours: 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Class times: 8 - 11 a.m. / noon - 3 p.m.

McCULLOCH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL(Grades 7-8)

Student hours: 8:40 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. | Office hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.

Doors open at 8:15 a.m. Students are not to be sent to school before the designated time since entry areas are not supervised before school.

All students are expected to be at their desks, ready to begin the school day, by 8:40 a.m. Monday - Friday, and to remain at school until dismissal.

McCulloch Junior High School3528 S. Washington St.Marion, IN 46953Phone: 765-674-6917

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Tucker Career and Technology Center107 S. Pennsylvania St.Marion, IN 46952Phone: 765-664-9091

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FAQs: What if my student has allergies or other health concerns?You should mention any such issues at time of registration. MCS is committed to maintaining a learning environment that is as safe as possible for all students. A physician’s input is often needed to craft the best plan to deal with a student’s needs. Contact your child’s principal to discuss any such issues. What if my student becomes ill? See Page 4 for daily attendance information. In the case of long-term or chronic illnesses that will result in at least 20 days out of school, parents should contact the school to make arrangements for home-bound education. What if my student needs medication during the school day? Registered school nurses may dispense over-the-counter medication at their discretion, unless parents or a physician have said not to. If a student needs prescription medication, a doctor’s prescription and written permission from the parents must be provided. Prescription medi-cation must be in its original con-tainer, labeled with the student’s name, date, and exact dosage.

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School Immunization Requirements2013-14 school year | Indiana State Department of Health

3 to 5 years old

grades 1 through 5

grades 11 and 12

More information:

kindergarten

grades 6 through 10

3 Hep B (Hepatitis B) 4 DTaP (Diphtheria, Tetanus & Pertussis) 3 Polio (Inactivated Polio) 1 MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) 1 Varicella

3 Hep B 5 DTaP 4 Polio

2 MMR2 Varicella

3 Hep B 5 DTaP 4 Polio 2 MMR

2 Varicella 1 Tdap 2 MCV4*

* Vaccination strongly recommended, but not required, for school entry for the 2013-14 school year.

Hep B: The minimum age for the 3rd dose of Hepatitis B is 24 weeks of age.

DTaP: Four doses of DTaP/DTP/DT are acceptable if fourth dose was administered on or after child’s 4th birthday.

Polio: The fourth dose of polio vaccine must be administered on or after child’s 4th birthday. This applies only to kindergarten through third grades for 2013-2014. Three doses of polio vaccine are acceptable if third dose was administered on or after child’s 4th birthday and the doses are all IPV or all OPV.

Varicella: Physician documentation of disease history, including month and year, is proof of immunity for children entering preschool through fifth grade. A signed statement from the parent/guardian indicating history of disease, including month and year, is acceptable for children in grades 6-12.

Live Vaccines (MMR, Varicella & LAIV): Live vaccines that are not administered on the same day must be administered a minimum of 28 days apart. The second dose should be repeated if the doses are separated by less than 28 days.

Meningococcal Conjugate: Students who receive their first dose of MCV4 on or after their 16th birthday will not need a booster dose of vaccine.

Delayed Immunizations: For children who have delayed immunizations, please refer to the 2013 CDC “Catch-up Immunization Schedule” to determine adequately immunizing doses. All min-imum intervals and ages for each vaccination as specified per 2013 CDC guidelines must be met for a dose to be valid. A copy of these guidelines can be found at www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules.

3 Hep B 5 DTaP 4 Polio

2 MMR2 Varicella 2 Hep A*

3 Hep B 5 DTaP 4 Polio 2 MMR

2 Varicella 1 Tdap (Tetanus & Pertussis) 1 MCV4 (Meningococcal conjugate)

KINDERGARTEN ELIGIBILITYAge requirement: A birth certificate

must be provided for any child being enrolled in kindergarten for the

2013-14 school year to verify that he or she is 5 years old

on or before Aug. 1, 2013.

Physical exam: A school entry physical examination form must be completed and signed by a licensed physician. (This form is available at every school building and the ESC; see Page 3 for addresses. It is also

available in the District/School Forms section of the school’s

website: www.marion.k12.in.us.)

Immunization records: A copy of immunization records is also

required at time of registration. See requirements at right.

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The IHSAA form is available in the District/School Forms section of the school’s website: www.marion.k12.in.usAthletics Physicals

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7 a.m. - 7 p.m. July 22 & 23, 2013

at all schools*

School supply lists2013-14 school year

kindergarten

2nd grade

4th grade

6th grade

1st grade

3rd grade

5th grade

<backpack<school box<1 Fiskars scissors (blunt)<2 bottles of glue<Crayola crayons (8 count)<Crayola crayons (16 count)

<#2 pencils (both Kg size and regular size)<2 pink erasers<dry erase markers (4 pack)<box tissues

<backpack<school box<1 Fiskars scissors<4 glue sticks<1 ruler

<Crayola crayons (24 pack)<#2 pencils (not mechanical)<dry erase markers (4 pack)<box tissues

<backpack<school box or pencil pouch<4 Elmer’s glue sticks<1 ruler<Crayola crayons (24 pack)<#2 pencils (not mechanical)

<dry erase markers (4 pack)<2 packages wide-rule notebook paper<box tissues

<backpack<Elmer’s glue sticks<#2 pencils (not mechanical)<colored pencils (12 pack)<2 pink erasers

<dry erase markers (4 pack)<2 packages wide-rule notebook paper<2 packages loose leaf paper

The following will be available for purchase at Marion High School during registration days (see dates/times at left):<parking permits<Giant Passes (athletic event admission)

<2013-14 yearbooks (pre-order)

<backpack<school box<1 Fiskars or Westcott scissors<4 glue sticks

<Crayola crayons (24 pack)<#2 pencils (not mechanical)<dry erase markers (4 pack)<box tissues

<backpack<school box or pencil pouch<1 Fiskars scissors<1 bottle of glue<1 ruler<Crayola crayons (24 pack)

<#2 pencils (not mechanical)<dry erase markers (4 pack)<spiral-bound notebook (wide-rule paper)<box tissues

<backpack<pencil pouch<scissors<bottles of glue<ruler<protractor<Crayola crayons (24 pack)

<#2 pencils (not mechanical)<colored pencils (12 pack)<dry erase markers (4 pack)<2 packages loose leaf paper<box tissue

SCHOOL FEES**

kindergarten: $93.69 1st grade: $105.87 2nd grade: $90.46 3rd grade: $101.22 4th grade: $96.27 5th grade: $82.45 6th grade: $93.30 - $102.30 7th-12th grades: Based on course selection.*

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*$50 minimum due at time of registra-tion at junior high and high school levels. For lower grades, full payment due.

**Deferred payment plans can be arranged if needed. Contact your school’s secretary/treasurer.

NOTE: Payments can be made by cash, check, or MasterCard/ Visa/Discover. To pay online, go to www.marion.k12.in.us and click on the “Online Payments” button.

Universal registration** means you can register all your children, from kindergartners through high schoolers, with one visit to one of your schools (or online at www.marion.k12.in.us). School visitation will run at the same time, so you and your student can go explore his or her school building, even if you’ve already registered elsewhere.

*Marion students registering for Tucker Career and Technology Center should do so at Marion High School during regular registration times listed. County students registering for TCTC can do so from 8-11 a.m. and 12:30-3:30 p.m. July 22-25 at TCTC.

**Students who have never before registered with Marion Community Schools MUST register at their home school. Call 662-2546 to learn more.

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Available at Marion High School registration:NOTE: MHS students will be provided their schedules only after all registration materials are complete.

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meals, textbooksFREE/REDUCED}

FAQs: How do I apply for free or reduced-price meals and textbooks?Marion Community Schools’ Food Service Department has notified parents who have been directly certified as meeting the qualifi-cations for free or reduced-price meals and textbooks. Those who have received such notifications do not need to apply.

If you have not received such notification but believe you may qualify, applications are available at all school buildings and the Education Service Center. (See Pages 3 for addresses.) You can also apply online at www.lunchapp.com.

Registration is a great time to fill out and submit your application or check to see if you are on the direct certification list. See Page 8 for registration information.

For more information on free and reduced-price meals and text-books, contact your school or the MCS Food Service Department at 662-2546, ext. 143

What documents/information will I need when I apply? <Child’s name and grade<Address<Parent’s social security number<Parent’s signature<TANF or food stamp case number<Household members and their current income

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STUDENT MEAL PRICESBREAKFAST: Paid: $0.80Reduced: $0.30

LUNCH: Paid, K-4: $1.40Paid, 5-12: $1.70Reduced, K-12: $0.40

Monthly menus are sent home with students and will be available online at www.marion.k12.in.us. (Online payment option available at that site too. Click “Online Payments” button.)

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In accordance with the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, Section 1111 (h) (6) PARENTS’ RIGHT TO KNOW, this is noti-fication from Marion Community Schools to every parent of a student in a Title I school. You have the right to request and receive information in a timely manner regarding the professional qualifications of your student’s classroom teachers. This information regard-ing the professional qualifications of your student’s classroom teachers shall include the following:

<If the teacher has met state qualification and licensing criteria for the grade level and subject areas taught.

<If the teacher is teaching under emergen-cy or temporary status in which Indiana qual-

ification and licensing criteria are waived.

<The teacher’s baccalaureate degree major, graduate certifications, and field of discipline.

<Whether the student is provided services by paraprofessionals, and if so, their qualifi-cations.

If at any time a teacher who is not highly qualified has taught your student for four or more consecutive weeks, the school will notify you.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your school’s principal. All schools except Marion High School are Title I schools.

Marion Community Schools greatly ap-preciates our parents and families. We know each of you are vital to our students’ success! There are many opportunities for parents to get involved in our schools:

<Parent Nights, which offer information (and often fun and food!) along with a chance to talk with school officials and other parents. Watch for announcements from your school about these important events! (You can also check the events calendar at www.marion.k12.in.us, and like your school on Facebook, too!)

<Superintendent’s Parent Advisory Team (see Page 2 for more information).

<Parent groups including the Power Source

group for parents of high-ability students, which offers networking opportunities and expert presentations. Ask your school about what parent groups might be available.

<Volunteer opportunities, including field trips and more. Ask for a volunteer appli-cation at your school or download at www.marion.k12.in.us. (Click on “District/School Forms” under the “Administration” menu.)

<PTOs. Although these groups are inde-pendent organizations, Marion Community Schools recognizes the important role they can play and appreciates the support they offer our students and staff! Ask for PTO contact information at your school.

THANK YOU, parents, for ALL you do!

Parents’ Right to Know

Parent Connections - Get Involved!

The Grant County YMCA provides childcare services before and after school hours. If you want to use these services, you must register and make payment arrangements with the YMCA. See contact info at right.

Before-school care is at MCS schools, and after-school care is at the YMCA, with transportation from schools to the YMCA provided by MCS.

For those already registered for before- or after-school care, the YMCA also provides childcare during morning weather delays, and when school is canceled, the YMCA offers emergency child care.

The YMCA also offers childcare on holidays and school breaks.

For more information on any of these programs, contact the Grant County YMCA:

walk-in: STAR Financial YMCA123 Sutter Way, Marion

phone: 765-664-0544

website: www.grantcountyymca.org

Latchkey Childcare Services

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DRESS CODEA look at the rules that apply to all Marion Community Schools students.

Changes this year: Pants can be any color. Previously, the dress code restricted pants/shorts/skirts/etc. to a specific set of colors. In the 2013-14 school year, that rule has been relaxed to allow any color. Cargo pockets allowed. Previously, pants/shorts/skirts/etc. with cargo pockets were prohibited. In the 2013-14 school year, cargo pockets are now allowed.

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MCS Dress Code Policy2013-14 school year | Grades K-12

FAQs Who makes the rules? A committee including MCS faculty and staff, School Board members, students and others reviews the rules each year and recommends changes. The School Board then votes on any proposed changes. Who enforces the rules?School administrators or their designees determine what clothing is considered appropriate or disruptive and decide when action is needed. What are the potential consequences?First or second violations can result in a conference with the student and parents.

Subsequent violations can result in referrals, detentions, restrictions and other intervention options.

Seven or more violations can result in removal from the classroom (and may lead to learner’s permit or driver’s license being denied).

Nine or more violations will be considered insubordination, which can result in school probation or placement in an alternative education setting, and even referral to the Grant County Juvenile Detention Center.

Consequences are at administra-tor’s discretion. Violations start over at semester break.

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MCS Dress Code Policy

Colors: by grade level

SHIRTS

SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR SHIRTS/SWEATSHIRTS

SKIRTS/SHORTS/ JUMPERS/SKORTS

SHOES

MISCELLANEOUS

SWEATERS/VESTS/SWEATSHIRTS

PANTS/CAPRIS

STUDENT ID (secondary only)

TIGHTS

Colors: any

Colors: any

Colors: any

Colors: any

Colors: any

Colors: any

Colors: any solid color

Details: Shirts must be solid color polo with two to four buttons, with no stripes, pockets or designs. The top button must be at the collar of the shirt. Only the top button can be unbut-toned. Shirts may be short- or long-sleeved

and can have a logo no larger than 1 inch on the left side. A plain long- or short-sleeved shirt may be worn underneath the polo shirt. Shirts must be tucked in that extend past wrist length.

Details: Spirit wear from any Marion Community School may be worn at any time. Students may wear shirts with logos for their school’s activities, jerseys on game days (a solid- colored plain shirt must be worn under jersey),

and cheerleading shirts on game days. Spirit wear, if worn, must be visible at all times. Post-secondary (vocational/technical; college; university) spirit wear is acceptable.

Details: Jumpers may be worn by elementary level students ONLY. All skirts/shorts/jumpers/skorts must be knee length or longer. Skirts/shorts/jumpers/skorts must be solid color and not have slits, cuts, tears, or frays, laced

designs, brand names, slogans, or handwritten messages on them. Must be worn at the waist level. Size and length must be reasonably appropriate for the student’s weight and height.

Details: Shoes may be dress, sandals with straps or that are slides but (no flip flops, beach sandals or slippers), casual, or (non-cleated)

athletic. Shoes must be worn as intended by the manufacturer. Boots of knee height or lower may be worn.

No large belt buckles. Cold weather clothes such as hats, gloves, and coats must be left in lockers during day. Scarves, bandannas, lines shaved into eye-brows, buttons or other accessories that are deemed by administration as gang identifying or disruptive are not allowed. No body piercing except for ears. No hair color that will disrupt the educational process for others is allowed (must be a color that occurs naturally in nature).

Students with exceptional physical conditions or legitimate religious affiliations that require special attire or exception to this code should apply for a Dress Code Waiver Request with the school office. Waiver will be determined by school administration. “Non-uniform” days may occasionally be announced by building-level administration on which specific uniform rules may be relaxed on that day.

Details: Solid crew neck, v-neck, or cardigan (zip or button) sweaters/sweatshirts/sweater vests must be worn over an approved shirt. Sweaters/sweatshirts/sweater vests must be of a reasonable fit, not overly tight, and not

hang or bag in such a manner that items may be concealed beneath or within them. Sweaters /sweatshirts/sweater vests must not have a hood. Fleece is considered a sweatshirt.

Details: All pants/capris must be solid color and not have slits, cuts, tears, or frays, laced designs, brand names, slogans, or handwritten messages on them. Belt loops cannot be cut off. Must be worn at the waist level. Size and length must be reasonably appropriate for the

student’s weight and height. Must be worn as intended by the manufacturer and must not sag below the hips or drag the ground. There must not be any elastic or bands around the ankles. No denim or knit materials.

Details: (Intermediate school, junior high and high school.) Student ID must not be altered in any way. Students are expected to have

identification on their person during the school day. Student ID is required for admission to school-sponsored events and activities.

Details: No designs. Tights can have feet or they can be ankle length, non-laced leggings.

May be worn under an appropriate pant, capri, skirt, short, jumper, or skort.

If it is not listed under our dress code policy, do not wear it! The administration (or designee) reserves the right to determine what is considered inappropriate or disruptive to the educational process.

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meeting scheduleSCHOOL BOARD}The seven members of the Board of School Trustees of Marion Community Schools are elected officials who serve four-year terms. Here’s a look at upcoming meetings, which start at 6 p.m. at the Education Service Center, 1240 S. Adams St.:

<July 24, 2013 <August 14, 2013 <August 28, 2013 <September 11, 2013 <September 25, 2013 <October 9, 2013 <October 16, 2013 <November 6, 2013<November 20, 2013 <December 4, 2013<December 18, 2013<January 8, 2014

Pam Hutchison

email: [email protected]

Cathy Moritz


Aaron Vermilion


Katie Morgan, President


Greg Kitts, First Vice President


Scott Murphy, Second Vice President


Dr. Harry Hall, Secretary


2013 MCS Board of School Trustees

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