MISSION/VISION STATEMENT
We
are an involved and caring community, which strives to provide a dynamic,
developmental education in an atmosphere of mutual respect and cooperation. In
pursuit of excellence, the
We
believe that everyone can learn and help others learn. As a caring and
responsible community we will:
STRIVE FOR EXCELLENCE
GIVE RESPECT
HAVE DIGNITY
TAKE RESPONSIBILITY
NURTURE LEARNING AND THE
LEARNER
Everyone
needs to contribute positively to an active learning environment.
C.A.R.E.S.
Cooperation
Assertiveness
Responsibility
Empathy
Self Control
Discipline
will be consistent and support a safe atmosphere with respect for the dignity
of all. To create positive learning environments, everyone will be responsible
for his/her own behaviors and the consequences. The entire school community,
both adults and children will participate in and support the discipline
procedures. Families and community will play an active role in promoting the
discipline philosophy.
EXPECTATIONS
FOR BEHAVIOR
1. Respect
yourself and others.
2. Be
responsible for what you say and do.
3. Be
helpful, kind and courteous to others.
4. Maintain
safe learning environments.
5. Take responsibility for attendance, work completion and
cooperation in the classroom and other learning environments.
6. No toys, trading cards, electronic games, cell phones,
pagers or equipment; (If these items are found to be in a student’s possession
they will be confiscated and turned into the Administration. Only those items approved by the Principal
and teacher and checked into the office for safekeeping will be allowed to
leave with the student at the end of the day. All other items must be reclaimed by
parents/guardians.) Skateboards & shoes with wheels built in are not allowed. We are not responsible for lost or broken
items. We advise against bringing
valuables and extra money to school.
7. Students
need to have a pass except when passing with a class.
8. Walk
in the halls.
9. Respect
classes in session.
10. When passing without a class, students
need to go directly to the destination designated on the pass.
11.
Debra Wick, Chair Justin Wrigley,
Vice Chair Nathan
Freeman
Lauren Wobby, Clerk Scott Page
The
Northfield School Board holds regularly scheduled meetings on the first (1st)
Monday of each month at
10
Cross Street
485-6161/485-3519 485-7755
Fax
# 485- 3471 Fax
# 485- 3348
*Hotline for School
Closings: 485-9000
Administrators/Office
Personnel:
Risa
M. Mancillas, Principal Michele
Fagan, Superintendent
Angela
Dean, Secretary Megan Foster,
Administrative Assistant
Sonia
Bassett, Secretary Laurie Gossens, Dir. Of
Special Services
Elizabeth
O'Connor, Administrative Assistant
Elementary
office staff will be available to answer the phone between
School Hours:
Kindergarten: AM Session Monday-Friday
PM Session Monday-Friday
Grades 1 – 5:
Please Note: Except for those students arriving on early bus routes, students should not arrive on school grounds before
Students
who have been absent must provide the school office with a note that includes
current date, date of absence, reason for absence, and a parent/guardian
signature. Excused absences are for illness, medical appointments that cannot
be scheduled after school hours, and family emergencies. All other absences are
unexcused and the student is considered truant.
For
the safety of children the school office checks all absences. If you do not contact the office on the day
your child is absent; you will receive a telephone call to confirm your
knowledge of his/her whereabouts.
Parents are asked to inform the office of their child’s absence - we now
have voice mail and messages can be left at any time.
The
superintendent of a public school may excuse, in writing, any pupil from
attendance upon such school for a definite time, but for not more than ten
consecutive school days and such excuse shall be granted only for emergencies
or for absence from town. The planned
absence form must be completed and approved at least five (5) days prior to a
planned absence. Failure to complete
this process at least 5 days in advance of the absence may result in the
absence being counted as truancy under T.
16 §1126.
Busses begin arriving at
Regular
daily attendance is expected of all students.
Awards:
At
The
criteria for Good Citizen's is as follows:
No sends to
No school bus write ups.
No detentions.
Good Citizen's should:
·
be responsible
·
show respect to adults, property and each other
The
criteria for Perfect Attendance is:
No
tardies;
No
absences;
No
early releases;
Student
is in school all day every day that school is in session;
Bicycles/Scooters:
Students
riding their bikes must walk
their bikes on the school grounds at all times. Wearing a bicycle helmet and
locking bicycles is strongly recommended. Bikes must be left in the bike
racks. Bikes cannot be ridden during recess. The school will not be responsible
for any damages to or theft of a bicycle or personal property left on a
bicycle. Students riding bicycles should not arrive before
If
it is necessary for a student to leave before the end of the day, a note should
be sent with the child that morning, giving the office notice of the early departure.
The office will notify the Classroom Teacher.
We will call for your child
when you arrive, please plan enough time for your child to gather personal
belongings and get to the office.
All students must be signed
out and dismissed from the office.
The person picking up the student will be required to sign the early
dismissal log. We are very cautious about who asks to have a student dismissed
early. Please do not be insulted if you are not recognized and are asked for
identification. Please note: early releases for extra-curricular
activities (sporting events, etc.) are un-excused.
Early
release/In-service days are important. We need quality time to work together to
develop our curriculum. Release days
provide time for the teachers to approach tasks and complete teaching goals.
You will be advised in advance of the date for early release or in-service. Elementary students are dismissed at
Should
inclement weather or emergency situations occur during the school day that
would result in dismissing school early, your
family needs to have discussed safe alternatives for your child. Information about early closings will be put
on the same radio stations that are used for school cancellations. We do not have the staff capacity or phone
capacity in an emergency to contact all parents. We do everything in our power to keep
students at school once the day has begun. The
decision to delay or close school is made by the Superintendent of Schools.
At
the beginning of the school year you will receive a form requesting that you
give permission for your child to participate in field trips. This blanket
permission form provides accurate record keeping. Notification of field trips
will be sent home with students. In cases where parents are helping with
transportation, they will need to provide a copy of verification of proper
insurance coverage and have proper child restraints in their vehicle.
Notification and permission slips are sent home for each out of town
field trip. Final determination of
students eligible to attend field trips will be made by the Principal.
By
state statute the school is required to conduct emergency drills each month. These
drills include both evacuations and lockdowns.
While they can be inconvenient, they ensure the safety of all our
children. Drills are held at the discretion of the Administration. Directions
are posted in each room. If parents or other visitors are in the building
during one of these drills, they must follow the same procedures as the
students.
Flyers:
Students arriving after
During
the school year, classes visit the library once a week to check out books, and
most classes come weekly for literature enrichment and information skills
instruction.
Check
Out Limits:
Students
in grades K-2 may check out one book at a time;
Students
in grades 3-5 may check out two books;
Parents
are welcome to check out books as well.
Loan
Periods:
Students
in grades 3-5 check out their books for a two week period.
Students
may renew an item by bringing it to the library, unless others are waiting to
check it out.
Students
will be held responsible for materials that they borrow.
Students
must return overdue books before additional books may be checked out.
Reimbursement
for lost or damaged books:
When
a book is lost or damaged beyond repair, the student is asked to reimburse the
library so that the item cam be replaced or a similar one can be purchased.
If
it is not financially possible for the student to pay for the book in cash, the
student may bring in several books from home that would be suitable for the
library collection. The librarian would
then choose one to replace the missing or damaged item. If a "lost" book is found within
one year, any money collected will be returned to the student. A book that is damaged beyond repair becomes
the student's property once it is paid for.
Lockers: 4th and 5th grade students
will be assigned a locker. 5th grade
students will be issued a lock at a cost of $10.00. At the end of the school year, the $10.00
will be refunded when the lock is turned in.
If a lock is lost or damaged the deposit is non-refundable. 4th Grade students do not have the
opportunity for locks. Personal locks
are not permitted. Any personal lock
found on a locker will be removed.
All
articles found at school are put on the rack outside the nurse's office. This
is where students and parents may claim their personal belongings. Clothes,
books, etc. should be clearly marked to insure prompt return to their rightful
owners. Items not claimed will be disposed of during school vacations and at
the end of the year.
New
Students:
Every
effort is made to make new students feel welcome. Children must be 5 before
September 1st to begin Kindergarten. New
students will not attend school on
the day that they register. This gives the school time to prepare a proper
welcome. The law requires proof of immunization before students start
classes. Birth Certificates, Social
Security numbers and immunization records are required for all students. All
new families to
The
Visitor parking area is in the front of the building. We are aware that there
is not enough space. However, visitors must use this space. Do not park, double park or block
traffic in front of the building or in the staff parking lot at anytime.
Passes:
Students
are required to have a pass when coming to the nurse's office, the main office
or when passing in the halls without an adult. Tardy passes are to be obtained
from the office if a student arrives at school after
School
Cancellations/Delays:
To
receive information regarding school cancellations or delayed openings please
listen to the following TV/radio stations:
School-wide Morning
Meeting:
There
will be a school-wide morning meeting one Monday per month (generally the last
Monday) from
It
is necessary for us to limit the use of the school telephones by students.
School telephones are to be used by students only in emergencies. Calling home
to make arrangements to go to someone’s house after school is not a legitimate reason for using the
phone. Such arrangements should be made at home in order that parents/guardians
are aware of such plans. Only in
emergency situations can a student take a phone call during the school day.
In the event that a child is going home ill, the phone call will be made by the
school nurse or the office at her direction. Students are not allowed to call
home without adult permission and supervision.
School
begins at
Whenever
plans are being made to withdraw a child from school, please notify the office
so the necessary paperwork can be completed and your child’s records can be
forwarded to his/her new school in a timely manner.
Parents
and community members are encouraged to visit the school. It is helpful if
arrangements are made prior to your visit. We
require that all visitors report to the office window and sign in. At this time you will be issued a
visitors pass. If you are in the building without a pass, you will be asked to
report to the office window to get one. Student visitors must be accompanied by
a parent/guardian. This is a safety
issued for the school, since we would have no medical history on visiting students,
we would be unable to treat the student in the event of an injury or
illness. Additionally, this becomes a
liability issue for the school district.
We
need to know who is in the building at all times. You should not be offended by
this procedure, but pleased that NES is concerned about their students, their
staff, and their visitors. Parents and visitors are expected to abide by school
rules, policies, and regulations.
The
school MUST HAVE CURRENT EMERGENCY
INFORMATION FOR YOUR CHILD(REN).
The school will send home an emergency information form for you to fill out.
The school needs to have on record your current address, home telephone number,
and work telephone number, along with the names and phone numbers of family or
friends that the school can contact in the event that you cannot be reached. Any changes during the school year
should be reported to the school office immediately so that our records are
current and accurate.
The
The
school nurse is an integral part of your child’s educational team. The school
nurse handles routine illnesses and accidents. Severe cases of illness or
serious accidents will be brought to the immediate attention of the
parent/guardian. If it is determined that emergency medical assistance is
needed, the Northfield Rescue Squad will be called for assistance. It is
important that parents whose children have disabilities or medical problems
inform the school nurse. According to state guidelines, the nurse will screen
students' vision and hearing.
She
will also be involved with other health related screenings and duties such as
blood pressure, scoliosis, height, weight, head lice, immunizations,
individualized health and nutrition counseling as well as general first aid.
The school nurse is responsible for keeping cumulative health records for each
student. Parental cooperation is essential if school health records are to be
accurate.
Parents
and guardians are required to complete the Interval Health History form at the
beginning of every school year and to be certain that they are delivered to the
main office. The information obtained
from these forms is key to providing comprehensive school health services.
Illness
is common in elementary age students and there are times when a student needs
to be excused due to physical ailments, injuries or severe emotional
distress. Most problems, however, are
minor or temporary and can be adequately managed at school. We encourage students and families to seek
assistance from the school nurse with all health related questions and
concerns.
These are our
general guidelines for keeping a student home from school:
§
Fever over 100 degrees;
§
Persistent vomiting or diarrhea within the past 24
hours;
§
Sore throat with fever and enlarged tonsils or
glands;
§
Undetermined rash or rash with fever;
§
Reddened, itchy eyes with significant purulent
drainage;
§
Active head lice;
§
Severe emotional distress
§
Injured students that require round the clock doses
or narcotic medication;
An
occasional missed school day is usually not a major problem but absences should
be kept to a minimum.
In
order for the school nurse to administer prescription medication, the
parent/guardian must comply with the following regulations:
§
Written
orders from a physician detailing the name of the student, the drug dosage, and
the time that the medication is to be given must be received by the school
nurse before the medication can be given.
§
Written
permission from the parent/guardian of the student must be given to the school
nurse before the medication can be given.
§
Medication
must be brought to school in a container appropriately labeled by the pharmacy
or physician by an adult. Please ask
your pharmacy for a second labeled bottle to be left at school. No medication will be sent home with a
child.
§
All
medication must be kept in the school nurse's office in a locked cabinet.
§
Medication
permission forms may be obtained from the school nurse or your physician's
office.
§
In
the event that requirements are not met, the school nurse will contact the
child's physician prior to administering the prescription medication.
§
Please note: that non-prescription medications will be administered only
after written permission has been received from a parent/guardian.
**The School Nurse or the
main office at her direction will make the phone call if a student needs to go
home because of illness.
The
Adult Lunch
|
3.00
|
Adult Breakfast
|
2.00
|
Student Lunch
|
2.60
|
Student Breakfast
|
1.50
|
Reduced Lunch
|
.40
|
|
|
Milk
|
.50
|
|
|
11:15-11:40 1st Grade Moore, Morvan,
& Parker
11:20-11:45 2nd Grade - Gagne, Grey, Kinzel
School meals must be paid
for in advance or at the time of service. No charging is allowed. Please
utilize the student's cafeteria account and maintain a positive balance.
The
school sends home applications for student insurance. These applications must
be mailed directly to the insurance company.
The Northfield Elementary School Education Support
System (ESS) offers a range of supports and services including Title I, speech
and language services and special education.
All of these services are designed to support students learning in the
regular classroom. Any student needing
support in order to succeed in school may receive supplemental assistance
through the ESS. Effort is always made
to address student's needs early.
Accessing the ESS:
When there is a concern or need regarding a
student's ability to learn in the regular classroom a referral can be made by a
staff member or a parent to the Educational Support Team (EST). Parents are notified prior to a referral to
the EST. An EST may include parents, classroom
teachers, and others as appropriate. The
team meets to problem solve and determine what the student may need to be more
successful in school. A plan is
developed that may include instructional strategies, adaptations, and/or
services as agreed upon by the team. If
needed community resources are accessed.
The team works together to insure that the child's needs are being met
in the most effective and efficient way possible. An emphasis of the support programs is on
early prevention and intervention. The
goal of our ESS is for all students to experience success.
No individual entitlement or private right of
action is created by the Vermont State Regulations 2194: Education Support System. If the strategies and interventions are not
successful further evaluation may be necessary.
If you have any questions regarding the ESS or EST process, please call
the school principal.
Special education services are provided to eligible
students with disabilities beginning at age three. Students receive a free appropriate public
education in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations and in a
cost-effective manner. When written
referrals are received, they are directed to the appropriate resources in
special education or an education support team as described above.
A child age 6-21 shall be eligible for special
education if:
1. He or she has one more of the
disabilities described in Vermont State Special Education Rules.
2. The disability results in an adverse
effect on the child's educational performance in one or more of the
basic skill areas; and
3. The student needs special education
services to benefit from his or her educational program and this support cannot be provided
through the educational support system, standard instructional conditions,
or supplementary aids and services provided in the school.
(The eligibility is defined in Vermont Rule 2362.)
The three criteria listed above shall be applied at
the time the student receives a re-evaluation to determine eligibility. A formal evaluation process, documented in a
report as required by Vermont Rule 2362.2.5, shall be used to determine whether
the above criteria are met.
Students no found eligible for special education
but have a disability may be afforded the protection of Section 504. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
is a federal law prohibiting discrimination on the basis of disability.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding
Special Education services, please contact Laurie Gossens, Special Education
Director, 485-7373.
The
purpose of progress reports is to provide parents/guardians with a written
assessment of their child’s educational growth and development. Your child will
receive a progress report at the end of each trimester. Please take time to review the report with
your child. Also feel free to ask teachers for clarification on anything that
is not clear.
Trimester's Grades: 1– 5
August 27th to
November 21st
November 24th to
March 13th
March 16th to Last
day of school
Parent Conferences:
October 9th and 10th 1/2
days
March 19th and 20th 1/2 days
(Report Cards go home 3
times per year on November 21st, March 13th & the last day of school.)
The
guiding principles underlying homework are to build student responsibility;
practice skills already introduced to support and enhance classroom
learning. Homework guidelines for each
grade level will be distributed to students at the beginning of the school
year.
Study Hints:
Studying
helps students learn materials taught in their classes. Here are a few hints that will help make
studying and learning easier.
1. Keep an assignment
book.
2. Try to study in a
quiet place.
3. Avoid distractions
and interruptions.
4. Take good notes in
class. Re-copy them as a means of
studying.
5. Review notes and
the textbook before tests and quizzes.
6. Write down
questions that you want to ask the teacher.
7. Ask for help when
needed.
8. Try to see each
assignment as an opportunity to learn not just a task to be completed.
9. Be organized.
10. Do your own work. Get help, but do not plagiarize.
We do want to hear your concerns, but please observe the proper
channels for seeing to it that a matter is resolved respecting everyone’s
rights. Parents should speak first to their child’s
teacher if there are questions or concerns about progress, the program, or any
classroom issue. If, after this contact, the matter cannot be resolved, a
parent should call the Principal, then if necessary, the Superintendent of
Schools.
In
order to promote and maintain good behavior in our children it is especially important
that parents and the school work closely and positively together. If a parent
has a disagreement over a disciplinary issue, there needs to be a discussion
between staff and parent prior to the direct involvement of the child.
During
the school year students in grades 2-5 grades are given a variety of
achievement tests. Achievement testing
measures a child’s performance, on a given day, in specific areas such as
reading, math, science, and social studies. Scores are reported to the school
in a way that compares a child’s performance and the group’s performance with
other children at that age throughout the state and in some cases the country.
Once the scores are received they are mailed to parent/guardians.
The
following is a list of achievement tests and state assessments given:
“Reading
Is Fundamental” is a federal program which promotes reading. Book distributions
are held 3 times a year for children in grades K – 5. The children get to pick
books of their choice. A combination of federal and local monies are used to
purchase the books. This program is sponsored by the Brown Public Library for
our students.
STUDENT DISCIPLINE INFORMATION
Removal
from class: (Appendix
B: Student Discipline Philosophy/Student Discipline Information)
If
any student is disrupting the educational environment in any way, including but
not limited to inappropriate talking, acting out, physically or verbally
abusing other students or challenging the teacher’s authority to maintain order
and discipline, the student may be sent out of, or otherwise removed from the
classroom or other learning space to the Student Discipline Center, or in
serious cases, sent to the office.
Suspension:
The
Principal or her designee has the authority to suspend a student from school
for serious misbehaviors or when a
problem persists after improvement efforts have been made.
Two
types of suspension may be granted at the discretion of the Principal or her
designee; in school or out of school.
The
Out
of school suspensions are also assigned by the Principal or her designee. Work is assigned to the student during the
suspension and is expected to be completed and turned in on the day of his/her
return. In some circumstances, a
transition day in the
School
property consists of textbooks, library books, electronic equipment, the school
building and all its contents. Students will be held responsible for lost or
damaged books and other school property. Replacement costs will be assessed and
the parents/guardians will receive a bill from the school to replace or repair
the item.
There
is no formal dress code at
·
articles
of clothing that contain profanity, that are sexually specific, or that
advertise drugs, alcohol, tobacco or are in any way offensive to others
·
hats
in the school except during the winter months.
·
Spaghetti
straps, halter tops, fish net shirts
The
principal has a duty to maintain the educational atmosphere in the
building. Any dress deemed inappropriate
by the principal will be handled on an individual basis.
The
students are expected to come to school prepared and ready to be involved in
learning. Being prepared includes: being well rested and fed, homework
completed, having supplies and materials needed (i.e. pencils, paper, books
etc.),
We
believe that everyone has the right to a peaceful meal at school.
To
ensure that:
·
Each
person will eat using polite manners
·
Each
person will maintain his/her place in the lunch line without disturbing others
·
Each
person will respect the rights of others
The school reserves the
right to say that hot lunches must be eaten by the person who buys them. Neither
Hot nor packaged lunches can be shared.
Assemblies:
Student
behavior should be courteous at all times. Each student is personally
responsible for the impression made by the school as a whole. Unacceptable
behavior includes but is not limited to, whistling, uncalled for clapping,
boisterousness, and talking during a program. Adults and visitors are expected
to act accordingly. Students are not allowed to wear hats in the building. We
respectfully request that parents and visitors help us by observing this rule
as well.
The
playground is an extension of the learning environment. We encourage students
to wear safe shoes to participate in recess.
We ask that children avoid wearing open toed shoes such as sandals which
may cause injury. On the playground,
children have the opportunity to apply and practice appropriate social skills
and also learn to assume responsibility for their behaviors. We believe that:
·
EACH
PERSON HAS THE RIGHT TO BE RESPECTED
(That means: the students will not kick,
hit, or hurt each other; they will
respond to and respect the
adult on duty; they will not use inappropriate language, not demean others and will play in a safe way).
·
EACH
PERSON HAS THE RIGHT TO HAVE HIS/HER PERSONAL
PROPERTY RESPECTED
·
EACH
PERSON WILL RESPECT SCHOOL PROPERTY AND
BOUNDRIES
(That means: no climbing the fence, staying away
from the building so that classes are not disturbed, using equipment safely, and
disposing of litter properly).
·
EACH
PERSON HAS THE RIGHT TO
(That means sharing the playground equipment)
·
EACH
PERSON HAS THE RIGHT TO FEEL SAFE AND
COMFORTABLE
(That means: teasing and
bullying will not be tolerated)
·
IF
SOMEONE FAILS TO RESPECT THE RIGHTS OF OTHERS, the
staff member on duty will take action to help the
children involved solve their problem while at the same time protecting the
rights and safety of everyone.
TRANSPORTATION
The
Northfield Elementary School Principal is given authority by the Northfield
Town School Board to deny transportation to any student who conduct does not
conform to the Northfield Elementary School Transportation Policy.
Offenses Subject to Denial
of Transportation:
1-Fighting on the school bus
2-Abusive Language-swearing
3-Running or standing in the aisle
while the bus is in motion
4-Throwing any object in, out of, or
at the bus
5- Any act which may endanger the
health or welfare of students, the bus driver or any other person
6-Not remaining seated
7-being loud, rude and disrespectful
Appeal Procedure:
The parents/guardian has
the right to appeal the Principal's decision.
To do this they should first notify the
Superintendent of
Schools. The Superintendent will contact
the School Board and an appeal hearing will be held at
the earliest possible time
within 5 school days.
We sincerely hope such
drastic measures need not be necessary.
The School Board assures you that discipline
problems will not be
tolerated.
Bus Transportation Policy: (Appendix C: Board Policy on Bus Service & Discipline)
The
it's students. Nevertheless, to facilitate instruction, the
students who reside within
the district, live beyond one mile from
school, and who are enrolled in programs
offered by either the
It is the primary goal of
this service to provide safe transport to and from a pick-up/drop off point
near the student's
primary residence to either
one of the school buildings contained within the
Following set of procedures
governing bus service and discipline.
The atmosphere on the
school bus sets the tone for the day for many of the students who attend the
school. Similarly, the student shave the right to
feel secure in the knowledge that adults are working to insure their
safety and comfort. Finally, the Northfield Town School District
Board has the right, through a contractual
arrangement with its
transportation provider to expect the same safe and timely ride it wishes to
provide its
students. It is in this light that the board has
requested that its administrative staff provide a series of procedures to
make this desire a reality.
Administrative Procedures
1. A bus schedule will be published in the
2. The students will be at the bus stop prior to the arrival of
the bus. The driver is not required to
wait for a tardy student.
3. Each bus driver will be responsible for supervision of
students who ride on his/her particular bus and route.
4. As a first resort, the bus driver will deal with individual
students to resolve any behavioral problems that may occur.
5. If a problem continues, the driver will fill out a Bus
Report Form and give it to the appropriate building principal or his/her
designee for further action.
Bus Conduct Rules
1. Students will remain seated while the bus is in motion.
2. Students may be assigned seats.
3. Individuals and property will be treated with respect.
4. Eating or drinking on the bus will not be permitted.
5. Musical instruments and radios are not permitted to be
played on the school bus.
6. Students are expected to conduct themselves in a proper
manner while waiting at bus stops, as well as while riding the bus. Yelling, loud talk, and abusive language will
not be permitted.
7. Students will not put their head, arms, hands, legs, feet or
any objects out the bus windows.
8. Bus aisles must be kept clear.
9. Any student who sustains an injury on the bus route is
required to notify the bus driver.
10. Students shall not bring animals, farm animals, firearms,
explosives or anything else of a dangerous nature on the bus.
11. The back door of the bus is to be used only as an emergency
exit.
12. If a student is required to cross the highway, he/she must
walk at least ten feet in front of the bus before crossing.
13. No cigarettes, chewing of gum or tobacco, spitting, lighting
of matches etc., will be allowed on the bus.
14. Students will comply with all requests made by the driver
concerning discipline, evacuation drills, and emergencies.
Discipline Penalties
In the event a student does
not comply with the Bus Conduct Rules, the Northfield School Discipline Plan
will be
followed.
1. A parent's written permission is required for his/her child
to ride a different bus to and/or from school.
Any change from the normal routine such as staying after school for an
extracurricular activity, or gong to a friend's house requires written
permission. The permission note is to be
given to the office, the office will then send a pass to the classroom teacher
for that student. Due to limited space
available on some of the buses, seats will be reserved for regular riders first
then on a first-come-first served basis.
These requests should only affect an individual student. Birthday parties or other events which may
involve many children cannot be honored.
2. In certain instances, students may need a bus pass over a
period of time (e.g. for music lessons or staying for student council or
sports.) The parent may request a
permanent pass for that period of time from the office to avoid having to write
a note each week.
3. Parents may ride the buses to/and or from school as long as
there is space available and after they have received permission from the
school office. Bus routes and stops
cannot be altered to accommodate parent riders.
4. Students who wish to walk must have permission from their
parents on file in the office.
School Portraits
The
traditional school portrait day will be