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Dr. William A. Chapman Elementary School

School Wide Discipline Plan

2006 – 2007

“Wings of Excellence”

Student Awareness of

Time and commitment to assignments and home Learning.

Adhering to all expectations set for me.

Responsible for myself, my actions, and the well-being of others around me.

Showing respect for self, others, and their possessions.

Program

CHAPMAN EAGLE PLEDGE

“I will remember to be honest, respectful, and kind to others. I will be a good citizen. I will be responsible for my actions and I will work hard and always try my best.

Today is a new day and I will make a positive difference at my school.”

Linda A. Amica Principal

LEVEL I

Entering/ Orientation/ Remediation

LEVEL II

Remediation/ Behavioral Modification

LEVEL III

Exiting/ Processing/ Enrichment


STARS Program

A. Purpose of the Program

1. To reduce the number of Outdoor Suspensions. 2. To act as a disciplinary action, which is preventive in nature. 3. To modify the behavior of, or create a change in attitude of students who exhibit

inappropriate behavior. 4. To provide personal, academic and career guidance for students assigned to the Program 5. To help improve basic academic skills of students assigned to the Program. 6. To enable students to earn class credit, while their behavior is being modified.

B. Procedures for the Program

1. Students are assigned to the N.E.S.T. by the administrators only, no teacher may assign a student to the N.E.S.T.

2. Students will be assigned appropriate work, on a daily basis, from assignments provided by teacher(s).

3. All assignments will be sent to the teacher(s) after the student has been released or when the teacher(s) requests them.

4. All students will be given a release from the N.E.S.T. signed by the N.E.S.T coordinator or an administrator.

C. Coordinator Responsibilities

1. T he N.E.S.T coordinator will provide a specific daily schedule of activities. 2. The N.E.S.T coordinator will serve as a liaison between the

administrators, teachers, students and parents. 3. The N.E.S.T coordinator will supervise the completion of the student’s academic alternate assignments. 4. The N.E.S.T coordinator will submit forms to counselor for counsel with all students assigned to the N.E.S.T (individually

or in groups) before their exit date. 5. The N.E.S.T coordinator will manage a designated follow-up procedure. (The Student Follow-up Sheet is due back to the NEST coordinator five (5) days after the student’s termination from the N.E.S.T.


STARS Program

Request for Student’s Assignments To: ______________________________________________ Room: ___________________________________________ Date: ____________________________________________ _________________________________has been assigned to the NEST for _____ days. Please send assignments immediately to the NEST.


STARS Program

Request for Student’s Assignments

To: ______________________________________________ Room: ___________________________________________ Date: ____________________________________________ _________________________________has been assigned to the NEST for _____ days. Please send assignments immediately to the NEST.


Release Form

Date: ____________________________________ To the teachers of: __________________________________ This student is returning to class from the STARS Program. Your signature in the space below indicates that you have made the proper notation in your grade book to account for the student’s absence from you class. Date(s) & Class (es) missed: __________________________________

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Released by:

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Dr William A. Chapman Elementary School

Release Form

Date: ____________________________________ To the teachers of: __________________________________ This student is returning to class from the STARS Program. Your signature in the space below indicates that you have made the proper notation in your grade book to account for the student’s absence from you class. Date(s) & Class (es) missed: __________________________________ __________________________________ Released by: ______________________________________ Signature ______________________________________ Date Time

Dr. William A. Chapman Elementary School STARS Program

Student Follow-up Sheet

_____________________ _____________________ Teacher Date ___________________________________________ is returning to class from the N.E.S.T. At the end of the day, please check the appropriate box below concerning his/her behavior. Thank You, _____________ Is Improved _____________ Is Satisfactory _____________ Needs Improvement Comments: _______________________________________________________________________________

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Behavior Contract

Dr. William A. Chapman Elementary School “Wings of Excellence”

27190 S.W. 140 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33032

Official Contract Date: __________________________ ____________________________ promises to______________________ (Student’s Name) _____________________________________________________________. If the student does as agreed, the student will________________________ _____________________________________________________________. If the student does not abide by the contract, the student will __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________. This contract will be in effect for ___________________________________ _________________________ ________________________ Student’s Signature Teacher’s Signature ______________________ ____________________________ Parent’s Signature STARS Program Coordinator Signature


Alternative to Suspension Program

Notice of Wednesday Intervention Program Assignment

Date: ___________________________ To the Parent(s)/Guardian(s) of: _______________________ID#______________ Address: _________________________________ Phone: _________________ Scm# __________________ Grade: _____________________ This letter is to inform you that, you and your child have been assigned to attend a Wednesday Intervention Session. This assignment is an alternative to being placed on OUTDOOR SUSPENSION. This action is being taken as a result of: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________.

** Failure to attend this session will result in suspension**

PROCEDURES

Assigned Wednesday: _______________________________________ Date TIME: Select a convenient time [ ] 2:00-3:00 p.m. [ ] 3:00-4:00 p.m. [ ] 4:00-5:00 p.m. DIRECTONS: Parent/Guardian must attend the session with the child. Families can select any time between 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. ASSIGNED BY: _____________________ _______________________ Name Position I have read the information above and understand the Wednesday Intervention Program Assignment. I understand that failure to attend at the agreed time will result in suspension. ___________________ __________________________ Student’s Signature Parent(s)/Guardian(s) Signature

Dr. William A. Chapman Elementary School School wide Discipline Plan


Dear Parents and Guardian, Dr. William A. Chapman Elementary is a safe and productive place to learn. To insure that all students are allowed to do their personal best everyday, we wish to convey a positive discipline plan. Each student at Dr. William A. Chapman will be SAFE, RESPONSIBLE AND RESPECTFUL. Our expectations will be taught, and students will learn about choices and consequences. In accordance with Miami-Dade County Public Schools Guidelines for student behavior, students are accountable for their behavior on school property, at school sponsored activities, at school bus stops, on the way to and from school, or with other students, teachers or school activities. We want parents to know that school rules are designed to protect all children and that youngsters who choose to break the rules are treated firmly, but kindly and appropriately. We will work closely with parents to maintain a great learning environment for each child. Serious situations can be a challenge to each of us. Let us continue to work together at these times in a constructive manner to serve your child. You can help us a great deal by supporting us at every opportunity and by expressing positive feelings about school to your children. The consequences and guidelines that follow will be discussed with the students at Dr. William A. Chapman Elementary School. Please take the opportunity to read this school plan, and then talk about it with your child. After doing so, your support will be demonstrated by signing the bottom of this sheet and returning it to your child’s teacher. Thank you for caring and supporting our school. _____________________________ ______________ _______________ Parent/Guardian Signature Date Homeroom Attached is a copy of the Dr. William A. Chapman Elementary School Behavior Plan.

Students involved in inappropriate behavior are subject to certain disciplinary actions. Depending upon the behavior problem of the student, one or more of the following actions may be taken by school officials.

DISCIPLINARY ACTION INFORMAL TALK School personnel will talk with the student, describing the inappropriate behavior and informing the student of acceptable behavior. The parent may be notified. RESTRICTION OF PRIVILGES Inappropriate behavior may result in a restriction of a student’s privilege to participate in playground, cafeteria or specific special activities. DISCIPLINE CONFERENCE WITH STUDENTS A conference is held with the student, the principal and/or the teacher to discuss the inappropriate behavior and discuss and develop a plan for changing the student’s behavior. The parent may be notified. TIME OUT Time out is when the student is assigned by the teacher to a location removed from his/her classmates. This may be within the classroom or in a designated classroom. RESPONSIBILITY CONFERENCE The parent is required to attend a conference with the student, and school personnel to discuss the student’s inappropriate behavior and develop a plan for changing the behavior. The student is removed from the classroom until the conference is held. DETENTION A student may be detained after school to make up work for disciplinary reasons. The parent will be notified about a student’s detention, and arrangements for travel from school to home will be discussed with the parent before a student is kept for detention.

PARTICIPATION IN STAR PROGRAM

ALTERNATIVE LEARNING CLASSROOM CHAPMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL The STARS program located at Chapman Elementary School is an alternative to out of school suspension and may be imposed for one or more days. The student is removed from the regular classroom setting and is assigned to the N.E.S.T. (Needing Extra Support Time). Classroom assignments will be given to a student placed in the N.E.S.T. An instructional assistant will monitor the behavior of the student and assist with assigned work.

A responsibility conference will be required before the child can return to the classroom. The STARS program includes the following:

Individual Counseling Group Counseling Peer Mediation Behavior Reflections Notes of apology Conflict Resolution Activities

ALTERNATIVE EDUCATIONAL PLACEMENT Under certain circumstances, the district may re-assign the student to an alternative educational program in place of long suspension, with or without the agreement of the student or parent. If a student is assigned to an alternative placement program in place of long suspension, there is no right to a formal hearing on the incident. Additionally, under Florida law, the district may reassign any student to an alternative educational program who refuses to comply with rules, refuses to pursue the required course of study, or refuses to submit to the authority of teachers, administrators or the Governing Board. EXPULSION Expulsion means the permanent withdrawal of the privilege to attend any schools in the district, unless the Governing Board reinstates that privilege. Only the Governing Board can expel a student. The student’s parent will be notified in writing that expulsion is recommended. Notification will include instructions regarding due process procedures. Expulsion does not become effective until due process procedures have been completed. During any expulsion, a student is not permitted on district property or at district functions. DENIAL OF SCHOOL BUS SERVICE Bus riding is a privilege, not a right. Inappropriate conduct at bus stops, on buses, or in the process of boarding or disembarking from a bus may result in the denial of bus riding privileges. When school bus rules are consistently violated and cause danger to the students or driver, the following will occur:

Warning The bus driver may issue a warning note to give student the chance to correct their behavior before disciplinary action is taken.

First Infraction Following the first infraction that is documented in writing, the student may be denied bus-riding privileges from all buses for a minimum of one day.

RESTITUTION (LIBABILITY) Under Florida law, parents may be liable for damage to school property done by their children.


Progressive Discipline Hierarchy

Reprimand/Warning Parent Contact by Teacher Parent Contact by Counselor Behavioral Contract Parent Contact by Administrator STARS Program 1 Day After- School Detention Parent Conference with Administrator Alternative to Suspension-Wednesday Intervention STARS Program 3 Days STARS Program 5 Days STARS Program 7 Days *Group V & Group VI Violation, as well as, fighting may result in immediate suspension.*

AFTERSCHOOL DETENTION ____________________ Date Dear Parents, In accordance with the behavior rules and regulations, your child ______________________________________, must stay after school on _____________________, __________________ from ___________ to ____________. (Day) (Date) (Time) (Time) REMINDER: You must arrange transportation if needed. Thank you. Teacher’s Signature________________________________ Parent’s Signature__________________________________

Date Returned_____________________________________ Means of Transportation after detention ______________________________________.

______________________ Fecha Estimados Padres:

De acuerdo con las reglas de conducta, ______________________ Debe quedarse despues de clases el, _______________, _________, por ______ minutos. Le recordamos que usted debe hacer arreglos para el transporte de su hijo/ a a la casa. Muchas gracias.

Firma Del Maestro/a_____________________________

Firma Del Padre O La madre______________________

Fecha________________________________________

Por favor avisenos como llegara su hijo/a a la casa despues de esta detencion.


Family Brag Bag

Child’s Name: ________________________________________

Parent/Guardian: ______________________________________

Teacher: ______________________________ Grade: ________

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Attention Parents/Guardian:

Has your child done something at home to “BRAG” about? Parents are encouraged to send us brag notes about your child’s accomplishments so that we

may share them on the broadcast or the announcements. Please use this form. Additional

“Brag bags” can be obtained from the teacher, counselors, or the main office. Send this form

with your child to school. The notes will be shared on the announcements during the week.

CHAPMAN EAGLE PLEDGE


“I will remember to be honest, respectful, and kind to others. I will be a good citizen. I will be

responsible for actions and I will work hard and always try my best. Today is a new day and I

will make a positive difference at my school.”

CAFETERIA BEHAVIOR ___________________ Date

Child _____________________________ Teacher ___________________________ Dear Parent, We have had some serious problems with your child in the cafeteria. Good manners are an important part of your child’s social development and should be displayed at school as well as at home. Please call the office to arrange for a conference with the counselor to improve this situation. Thank you for your cooperation. Sincerely, Linda A. Amica Principal Please sign and return this letter to school. I have discussed good manners and cafeteria behavior with my child. I will also call the office and arrange for a conference. __________________________ ___________ Signature of Parent Date

MISCONDUCT LETTER ________________ Date Student: ___________________________ Teacher: ___________________________

Classroom: _________________________

Dear______________________________,

Please make arrangements to attend a conference on ____________________ regarding your child’s behavior. We cannot allow his/her disruptive behavior to continue. Therefore, it may be necessary to suspend your child from school. A conference with you is extremely important in order to avoid taking such drastic action.

You can set up an appointment by calling the school’s office. Our telephone number is (305) 245-1055.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Sincerely,

Linda A. Amica, Principal ________________________________________________________________ Please sign and return this letter to the school. Signature of Parent____________________________ Date________________________________________ Child’s Name_________________________________ Teacher’s Name_______________________________

NOTIFICATION OF STUDENT REFERRAL

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Dear Parent/Guardian:

This letter is to advise you that your child

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was referred to the administration by ___________________________________________

because of________________________________________________________________

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Please be advised that this letter is an official notification of our child’s behavior. We urgently

request that you contact an administrator to acknowledge receipt of this letter. Our telephone

number is (305) 245-1055.

Sincerely,

Linda A. Amica

Principal

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