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Narrows View
Intermediate School Handbook
TABLE
OF CONTENTS
QUALITY EDUCATION PLEDGE
PARENT PLEDGE
Parents and family are a student's first and most important teachers.
To encourage my child's learning and success in school, I will
do the following:
Provide a quiet place for my child to study every night.
Encourage my child to complete his/her homework every day.
Make sure my child gets to bed by 9:00 p.m.
Send my child to school on time every day.
Attend Open House Night and other school events.
Purchase and review the NVI Daily Agenda Planner with my child.
Read with my child and let my child see me read.
Provide a public library card for my child.
Support the school in its effort to maintain proper discipline.
Call NVI for homework the second day my child is absent from school.
Avoid scheduling trips and vacations during school days.
STUDENT PLEDGE
It is important I work to the best of my ability. Therefore, I
shall strive to do the following:
Attend school regularly.
Come to school each day with pens, pencils, paper, notebook with
dividers and my NVI Daily Agenda Planner.
Complete and return homework assignments.
Conform to the rules in the NVI Handbook
Take responsibility for myself and my possessions.
Be considerate and respectful of others.
NARROWS VIEW TEACHER and PRINCIPAL PLEDGE
It is important that students achieve. Therefore, we shall strive
to do the following:
Provide an environment that allows for positive communication
between the teacher, parent, and students.
Provide meaningful homework assignments for students.
Encourage parent involvement by providing opportunities for parents
to come to school.
Encourage students and parents by providing information about
student progress.
Encourage students to do their best and recognize student achievement.
Student Signature
Parent's Signature Phone
Teacher Signature (home) (work)
Principal's Signature
NARROWS VIEW INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL
Mascot........................Nighthawk
Colors................Teal, Black and Silver
The mission of the University Place School District,
in partnership with the University Place community, is to develop
competent, contributing citizens for a changing world by ensuring
quality curriculum, instruction and guidance in a supportive environment.
NON-DISCRIMINATION
The University Place School District #83 complies with all federal
rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, national origin, sex, or disabilities in student
education programs or cocurricular activities and in employmen
t policies. The district is an equal opportunity/affirmative action
employer encouraging application of qualified minorities , women
and disabled persons for employment and other opportunities. For
elevator access at school sites, contact the principal's office.
The University Place School District is a drug free/smoke free
workplace and educational setting. Direct inquiries regarding
compliance grievance or appeal procedures to the district Title
IX Officer Don Huston, 566-5710, or the District Section 50A ADA
Officer at 566-5600.
Narrows View Intermediate School
Mission Statement
The mission of Narrows View Intermediate school, as a diverse
population of learners, together with the people of University
Place, is to develop motivated students who are academically and
socially successful. We will accomplish this by providing relevant,
stimulating instruction that incorporates higher level thinking
skills, and collaboration in a safe, supportive environment which
builds high self-esteem.
Washington State Learning Goals
READ with comprehension, write with skill, and communicate
effectively and responsibly in a variety of ways and settings;
KNOW and apply the core concepts and principles of mathematics;
social, physical, and life sciences; civics and history; geography;
arts; and health and fitness;
THINK analytically, logically, and creatively, and to integrate
experience and knowledge to form reasoned judgments and solve
problems, and
UNDERSTAND the importance of work and how performance,
effort, and decisions directly affect career and educational opportunities.
Narrows View Intermediate School Goals
1. All students will achieve 80% proficiency on grade level objectives
as measured
by criterion referenced assessment tools.
2. Junior High staff report that 100% of our students are well
prepared for academic success.
3. Students in conjunction with parents and staff will report
that they are socially successful and have high self-esteem.
4. Our students will report that they are excited about and interested
in learning as a result of attending NVI.
ASSESSMENT
Alignment with state essential learning goals
Successful test-taking skills
Analysis of test data to improve instructional skills
SCHOOL CLIMATE
Improving student self-esteem
Conflict-resolution, communication and team building skills
Safe and orderly environment
TECHNOLOGY
Increase access and integration of technology into curriculum
Ongoing assessment of staff technology needs and inservice opportunities
Improve communication and reporting capabilities
THEMATIC INSTRUCTION
"Connections" theme to promote meaningful relationships between
classroom learning and real-life experiences
Celebrate diversity
Promote ways individuals can connect to build stronger relationships
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Daily Schedule
Doors open for breakfast..............................8:20
Student Arrival Time......................................8:35
School Starts (Tardy Bell)..............................8:45
7 th Grade Lunch & Recess...............11:15-12:00
6th Grade Lunch & Recess................12:00-12:45
5 th Grade Lunch & Recess.................12:45-1:30
School Dismissed...........................................3:15
Teacher Departure Time ................................3:30
Activity Bus ...................................................4:10
Students are not allowed on campus prior to 8:20, and should leave
campus immediately after dismissal unless involved in a school-related
activity.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Legislation passed during the recent session addresses the issue
of unexcused student absences and outlines specific procedures
to be followed by the school:
ABSENT: Gone from school for a half or full day.
Excused Absence: A legitimate
oral or written excuse from a parent or guardian (i.e., illness,
medical appointment, family emergency). Students have 2 school
days to bring in a written notice from parent or guardian.
Absence resulting from disciplinary actions, i.e., suspensions.
Unexcused Absence: An absence
is counted as unexcused if (1) a signed excuse is submitted which
does not constitute an excused absence as defined; or (2) No excuse
is provided by the parent/guardian.
*ALL ABSENCES ARE COUNTED AS UNEXCUSED UNTIL VERIFIED BY NOTE
OR PHONE CALL. You have the responsibility under state law
for your child's full-time attendance in school. A phone call
on the day your student is absent/tardy is required. We have a
message recorder for your convenience, fo r those calls that need
to be made before or after school hours. If contact with the school
is not made, the student needs to bring a note with him/her the
next morning for admittance to class; otherwise, he/she will be
considered truant. Truant students will not be admitted to class
when they arrive at school, but will be sent to the office to
make parent contact.
Extended Vacation: (3 or
more days) should have prior approval from the principal. Make-up
work may be provided. Extended vacations could affect a student's
grade.
Action Taken: (1) You will
be informed by either phone or written correspondence after one
(1) unexcused absence for your student(s) within any month during
the current school year. (2) After two unexcused absences in any
month during the school year, a parent/guard ian conference will
be required. (3) After a student has accumulated five unexcused
absences in a month, or after ten in a year, the District is required
to petition the court to take jurisdiction of that student. More
information about additional procedures is available under Policy
3122.
Excessive Absence: If a student
is absent excessively (12 or more days in a 12 week trimester),
a medical reason must be submitted. If absent consistently throughout
a trimester or school year, a student may need to repeat the grade.
TARDY: Failure to be in the
classroom at 8:45 a.m.
Excused Tardy: A legitimate oral or written excuse
from a parent or guardian.
Unexcused Tardy: No legitimate oral or written
excuse from a parent or guardian. (i.e., overslept, missed bus,
failed to set alarm, etc.).
Action Taken: Following a 2nd unexcused tardy
in a trimester, an infraction will be issued. Following a 4th
unexcused tardy, the student will be required to attend Saturday
School and a parent conference will be required. If the infraction,
Saturday School and confer ences are ineffective in changing the
student's attendance behavior, the student will be assigned to
in-school suspension.
APPOINTMENTS: When your student
has an appointment and needs to be released during the school
day, a note is required to release him/her. The student will use
the note as a pass to come o the office at the time required for
release. We do not interrupt classes, except for emergencies;
the refore, if your student does not have a note, please call
the school prior to 11:00 a.m., so that we may contact your student
during a break in classes.
REMINDER: Classes cannot be interrupted for situations
other than emergencies. This is to benefit yo ur student's learning
process. Interruptions, other than emergencies, are disruptive
to the learning process. If your student forgets homework, lunch,
instrument, etc., please bring item to the office prior to the
beginning of lunches at 11:45 a.m. We w ill bring these items
to the lunchroom and remind students to check this area before
lunch.
Thank you for helping to support our attendance procedures. Working
together, we can ensure a positive academic environment.
ACADEMICS/GRADING PHILOSOPHY
Narrows View is an elementary school. In 1989-90 when the district
restructured our grade configurations all programs were developed
with this concept in mind. Students will be provided with more
structure and support than typically found in secondary settings.
The staff will recognize students for developing productive academic
habits and who value a desire to do their best scholastic work.
Please do not compare us with grades 8-12 where academic routines
are more vigorous in preparation for post high school endeavors.
The intermediate years are a transition period for children as
they leave primary school and prepare for secondary education.
The Narrows View program has been designed to look like the primary
grades at grade 5 and the secondary years at grade 7. The dependent
fifth grader will become a more independent learner as he/she
progresses through the intermediate grades. Daily assignments
may be replaced by more long term, unit projects. Increased emphasis
is placed on the quality of work and one's unique approaches to
problem solving.
The Narrows View staff will teach to the district objectives at
grades 5, 6, and 7. We are committed to achieving an 80% or higher
(B or better) mastery level with all objectives for each of the
nine subject areas taught. Achieving this goal requires add itional
effort on the part of students and staff. Remedial instruction
is offered during class through special assistance programs. Tutoring
is often provided before and after school hours. Extra credit
assi gnments are developed to improve grades. We believe that
successful students translates into successful staff! Narrows
View students and staff take pride in the high standards of achievement
we have been able to obtain with students.
At the end of each trimester grading period, we honor all students
who have achieved the academic standards established for their
grade level at an assembly. We believe that parents play a key
role in providing reinforcement, enrichment, and consistency t
o the educational program offered at Narrows View, and we encourage
ongoing parent participation.
Report Cards
Intermediate students receive letter grades (A,B,C,D, or F) in
all classes. Our academic year operates around a Trimester grading
system, which means that students receive grades at the end of
each of three twelve-week periods. Progress reports are issue
d to students midway through each Trimester, or more frequently
if necessary, to insure that parents are kept informed of student
progress. Report cards and pr ogress reports are distributed to
students, and it is the student's responsibility to insure that
this information is forwarded to parents. We encourage parents
to contact teachers with any academic concerns regarding their
child.
Parent-teacher conferences are held in October. This is a time
for the parent and teacher to meet together regarding individual
students. It is not a time to receive student grades. Parents
or teachers may request additional conferences as needed.
Narrows View has an Honor Roll which recognizes students as follows:
3.0-3.49 Teal Honor Roll
3.5-4.0 Silver Honor Roll
SUPPORT PROGRAMS
In order to instill student success to the greatest degree possible,
Narrows View offers a wide range of support programs. They include
the following:
Special Education Program-offers academic support to identified
students with Individual Education Plans, both in the Learning
Center and in the regular classroom.
504 Plan offers academic support and accommodations to students
with significant physical/health needs which impact learning.
Title I/Learning Assistance Program offers additional academic
support in Reading and Math to students who qualify.
I.D.E.A./Triad Programs offers enrichment/extended learning opportunities
to students with exceptional abilities.
English as a Second Language Program (E.S.L.) offers language
acquisition and academic support to students with limited English
abilities.
Speech/Language Program
Occupational/Physical Therapy Program
Psychologist
School Nurse
Counseling Center - students are encouraged to visit the school
counselor, either when excused by a teacher, or as a part of a
regularly scheduled group, when they have a need, specifically
in regard to personal matters or academic concerns. Counseling
gr oups offer discussion on such topics as Peer Relations, Divorce,
and Study Skills. Students may request participation in a group,
or may be referred by a teacher. The philosophy of all counseling
is that each individual has the ability and the resources needed
to solve his/her problem, and individual self-worth is of primary
importance.
DRESS AND APPEARANCE
Student dress must not present any health or safety problems.
Any clothing which distracts from a positive educational environment
or causes a disruption is not allowed.
No clothing with inappropriate pictures and/or words; specifically,
clothing or accessories with obscene or profane language, racist
or inflammatory references, or promoting drugs or alcohol.
No clothing promoting gang affiliation; specifically, no bandannas,
sagging, or wearing of clothing in any way which denotes gang
affiliation.
No beachwear inappropriate for a school setting(midriff must be
fully covered at all times).
No hats are to be worn in the building
Any dress accessories which could cause a potential safety issue
(such as chains) are not permitted.
If a student dress in unacceptable under these guidelines, the
student will be requested to make appropriate corrections. Failure
to comply with dress code policy could result in suspension. (See
Policy 3224).
STUDENT DISCIPLINE
Narrows View employs a school-wide discipline program called Honor
Level Discipline. It provides progressive consequences for inappropriate
behavior, as well as positive recognition for those students who
consistently display appropriate behavior. All st aff members
are committed to using this plan; therefore, discipline will be
handled by the staff member responsible for the students at the
time an incident occurs.
The philosophy of our discipline plan is to assist students toward
greater self-responsibility. We achieve this through clearly identified
three school-wide student expectations. These expectations provide
the basis from which we operate. Individual teachers/teams, in
partnership with their students, develop classroom parameters,
using these rules as a guideline. Staff encourage students to
participate in the development of classroom expectations, which
reinforces student ownership and self-responsibility.
Student Expectations:
- Arrive on time and be prepared.
- Respond appropriately to directions.
- Show respect for yourself, others, and
the school.
An integral part of the Honor Level Discipline Program is school-home
communication. Corrective Action Reports will be issued by teachers
to students who continue to have difficulty maintaining appropriate
behavior. The Corrective Action Report identifie s the specific
behavior problem and the corrective action to be taken. It is
the student's responsibility to obtain parent s ignature on the
report and return it to the teacher who issued the report. Parents
may be asked to be a part of corrective actions taken.
Office referrals to the principal/assistant principal will be
processed only for severe misbehavior or those offenses which
are immediately suspendable. (See Policy 3300 which follows.)
In such cases, the administrator involved will notify the parent/gua
rdian regarding corrective actions to be taken.
Items Not Allowed on Campus:
- Weapons (RCW:9.41.280)
- Mace, Pepper Spray, and any other chemical
sprays
- Alcohol, drugs, tobacco products (District
Policy 3300)
- Candy (except when consumed as part
of the lunch)
- Toys
- Cameras
- Walkmans, Radios
- Pagers
- Gum
- Handcuffs
- Chains
(Additional informational detail is available in UPSD Policy 3300
or Washington RCW 9.41.250.)
STUDENT CONDUCT
The superintendent shall develop written rules which state with
reasonable clarity the types of misconduct for which discipline,
suspension and expulsion may be imp osed. Rules that establish
types of misconduct shall have a real and substantial relationship
to the lawful maintenance and operation of the district including,
but not limited to, the preservation of an educational process
which is conducive to learning.
Within each school the principal shall determine that appropriate
student conduct is maintained and needed rules established and
enforced.
School rules/school district policies and authority apply:
- On all school premises, before and after
school, and after school, and at all times on any school property.
- On district-owned and operated or chartered
vehicles.
- During any school-sponsored activity
- At school bus stops.
- Away from school grounds if negative
behaviors would directly affect the good order, efficiency,
management, and/or welfare of the school.
Legal Reference:RCW 4.24.190 Action against parent for willful
injury to property by minor.
28A.58.1011 Government of schools--Learning regulations.
28A.58.200 Pupils to comply with rules and regulations.
28A.58.201 Principals to assure appropriate student discipline.
28A.87.120 Defacing or injuring school property--Liability of
parent or guardian.
WAC 180-40-225 School district rules defining misconduct.
180-40-205 Definition
EXCEPTIONAL MISCONDUCT
These corrective actions may be prescribed by the building administrator
for a first offense of these listed misconduct's. The appeal
process for short and long-term suspensions does not change
as a result of this set of prescribed corrective actions.
| Exceptional Misconduct |
Maximum Action |
Minimum Action |
| Illegal Possession and/or
use of alcohol, narcotics, stimulant drugs or controlled
substances |
Expulsion |
Long-Term Suspension |
| Selling a Controlled Substance
or substances purported to be a controlled substance |
Long-Term Suspension |
Expulsion |
| Possession of drug and/or
related paraphernalia |
Long-Term Suspension |
Expulsion |
Illegal possession, use or sale of alcohol, narcotics, stimulants,
controlled substances, or substances purported to be a controlled
substance and possession of related paraphernalia. Students
possessing, using, selling or under the influence of alcohol,
narcotics, stimulants and/or other controlled substances while
school is in session or at school sponsored activities will
receive a long-term suspension of 90 school days or the remainder
of the semester.
Building administrators of the schools have the authority to
reduce long-term suspensions to a shorter duration provided
the building administrator is convinced that a plan is in progress
which will result in elimination of future involvement with
drugs an d alcohol.
| Exceptional Misconduct |
Maximum Action |
Minimum Action |
| Arson, vandalism, theft or
damage of property |
Short-Term Suspension |
Expulsion |
| Possessing and/or using explosive
devices |
Short-Term Suspension |
Expulsion |
| Threatening or causing physical
injury, verbal abuse or intimidation |
Short-Term Suspension |
Expulsion |
| Possessing and/or using weapons,
weapon replicas or any device used to threaten or intimidate |
|
|
| a. Any firearm |
Expulsion |
Expulsion |
| b. Any dangerous weapon as
defined in RCW 9.41.250, RCW 9.41.260, RCW 9.41.270,
RCW 9.41.280 |
Short-Term Suspension |
Expulsion |
| c. Any air gun, including
any air pistol or air rifle, designed to propel a BB
pellet, or other projectile by the discharge of compressed
air, carbon dioxide, or other gas |
Short-Term Suspension |
Expulsion |
| Disrupting the educational
process, interfering with staff members performance
of duty by force or violence. |
Short-Term Suspension |
Expulsion |
| Unauthorized Access to key,
file cabinets, business storage areas, computer trespass
or misuse of access, unauthorized use of long distance
access codes |
Short-Term Suspension |
Expulsion |
GANG AFFILIATION/ACTIVITY
The building administrators of all district facilities shall
ensure that:
1. Gang affiliation and activities are included in printed rules
and regulations provided to staff, students and parents.
2. Students identified as possible involved in gang related
activities receive counseling to enhance self-esteem, encourage
interest and participation in wholesome activities, and promote
membership in authorized student organizations.
3. Parents/guardians will be notified of the school's concerns.
4. Staff in service training regarding gang activities, methods
of operation, and current methods of identification available
to staff.
5. All gang affiliation or gang type incidents are referred
to the appropriate law enforcement agency.
6. Affiliation with a gang, gang activities or claiming gang
membership by students is considered exceptional misconduct
and subject to the following corrective actions:
| Gang Membership/Activities |
Minimum - Short-term Suspension |
Maximum - Expulsion |
| Claimed Gang Membership For
The Purpose of Intimidation |
Minimum - Short-Term Suspension |
Maximum - Expulsion |
7. Any student suspended for gang activities or affiliation
may be required to sign a negotiated behavior contract between
the student, parent and administrator before he/she will be
readmitted.
8. Building administrators have the authority to reduce long-term
suspension to a shorter duration provided the building administrator
is convinced that a plan is in progress which will result in
elimination of future involvement with gangs.
9. Students who have been expelled or suspended for gang- related
activities may be subject to emergency expulsion and may loose
their rights to remain in school during the appeal process.
Gang affiliation or membership poses a clear and present danger
to the educational community and students charged with such
activity will remain out of the educational setting until the
matter is resolved.
TOBACCO PRODUCTS
University Place is a tobacco-free district. No student will
be permitted to use or have in their possession tobacco products
while on school grounds or under school jurisdiction. The possession
or use of tobacco products at school or at school-sponsored
events may result in suspension. Lighters and matches are prohibited.
See Policy 5500.
REGULATION OF DANGEROUS WEAPONS ON
SCHOOL PREMISES
Is a violation of district policy (Policy 3300) and state law
(RCW 9.41.250-280) for any person to carry a firearm or dangerous
weapon on school premises, school-provided transportation or
areas of other facilities being used exclusively for school
activit ies. See Exceptional Misconduct section for consequences.
ILLEGAL POSSESSION, USE OR SALE
OF ALCOHOL, NARCOTICS, STIMULANTS, CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES, OR
SUBSTANCES PURPORTED TO BE A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE AND POSSESSION
OF RELATED PARAPHERNALIA (See exceptional misconduct
section of District Policy 3300)
Students possessing, using, selling or under the influence of
alcohol, narcotics, stimulants and/or other controlled substances
while school is in session or at school sponsored activities
will receive a long-term suspension of 90 school days or the
re mainder of the semester or an expulsion.
Building administrators of the schools have the authority to
reduce long-term suspensions or expulsions to a shorter duration
provided the building administrator is convinced that a plan
is in progress which will result in elimination of future involvement
with drugs and alcohol.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT
It is the policy of UPSD to provide a learning environment that
is free from sexual harassment and intimidation.
Definition of Sexual Harassment
Sexual Harassment is defined as any unwelcome sexual behavior
- verbal, visual, written, or physical contact.
Sexual harassment can occur and is equally subject to disciplinary
action between any members of the following groups:
Students
District Employees
Volunteers
Visitors
Contractors
Consultants
Examples of Harassing
Verbal harassment or abuse
Remarks to a person with sexual or demeaning implications
Unwelcome pressure for dates
Suggesting or demanding sexual involvement
Questions or comments about sexual activities
Display of sexually suggestive objects, pictures, posters
Sexually oriented jokes, innuendoes(insinuations), narratives(stories)
or obscenities
Any aggressive behavior that affects working or learning and
is directed toward an individual based on that individual's
sex
Consequences
Any student who has been found to have committed sexual harassment
will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action, up to and
including expulsion.
Reporting
Anyone who believes he/she has been subjected to sexual harassment
by another student, staff member, agent of the district or volunteer
may file a complaint without fear or reprisal with one of the
following:
Teacher
Counselor
Administrator
or any other trusted staff member
Deciding Factor
Conduct will be considered from the viewpoint of whether an
ordinary reasonable person of the same sex as the complaining
party, who is aware of the District's expectations of conduct,
would interpret the conduct in the same manne r as the complainant.
Retaliation
The School District prohibits retaliatory behavior of any kind
against any complainant or any participant in the complaint
process. Retaliation includes but is not limited to any form
of intimidation reprisal, or harassment.
For more information
Copies of Sexual Harassment Policies 3213 and 5245 and all other
UPSD policies can be found the policy book at each school site.
See the administrators at your site.
HARASSING SLURS
The University Place School Distr ict recognizes that regardless
of intent, racial, ethnic, sexual and other harassing slurs
have the capacity of substantially harming both individuals
toward whom the slurs are addressed and the educational community
as a whole.
Slurs are defined as derogatory remarks words, phrases, pictures
or gestures referencing or directed toward and individual or
group(s).
Staff or students who make racial, ethnic, sexual or other harassing
slurs shall be subject to disciplinary action. See Policy 5238.
NONDISCRIMINATION
The district shall provide equal educational opportunity and
treatment for all students in all aspects of the academic and
activities program without regard to race, creed, color, national
origin, sex, marital status, previous arrest (unless a clear
and p resent danger exists) or incarceration or non-program-related
physical, sensory or mental handicaps. See Policy 3210.
DUE PROCESS PROCEDURES (see Policy 3300)
Due process procedures outlined below are specified in WAC 180-40
and will be administered.
1. Disciplinary authority shall be exercised with fairness.
2. Every effort shall be made by administrators and faculty
members to resolve problems through effective utilization of
school district resources in cooperation with the student and
parents/guardians.
3. In the cases of recommended short-term suspensions that suspensions
that exceed one calendar day, the student and parents/guardians
will be notified. If the student and parents/guardians desire,
they may request an informal conference concerning the discipline
with the building principal or his/her designee. Should further
grievance beyond the building level be desired, the student
or parents/guardians may
a. Contact the district hearing officer within two(2) school
business days for the purpose of presenting a written and/or
oral grievance.
b. If the grievance is not resolved with the district hearing
officer, a written and/or oral grievance may be presented to
the Board of Directors during the board's next regular meeting.
4. In cases where long-term suspension or expulsion is recommended,
a written notice will be delivered to the student and the parents/guardians.
The notice shall specify the charges made, recommended sanctions
to be imposed, and set forth the student's right to a hearing.
5. If the student and parents/guardians desire and formal hearing,
they are to reply in writing within 3 school business days.
The right to a hearing will be waived if there is no reply within
the 3-day period.
6. If a hearing is requested, the following guidelines will
govern the hearing:
a. The parents/guardians will be present at the hearing.
b. Legal counsel may attend.
c. Any affidavits or exhibits submitted by the school authorities
may be examined in advance.
d. The student shall have the opportunity to present issues,
affidavits, exhibits, and questions witnesses.
e. A tape-recorded or verbatim record will be made of the hearing.
f. The hearing officer will state in writing the findings and
conclusions.
g. If there is an appeal of the decision, it must be made within
3 school business days to the school board.
h. If there is an appeal of the school decision, it must be
made within 30 days to the Superior Court.
7. Any student who has been placed on long-term suspension or
expulsion may make a written application to be readmitted. This
application is to be made through the district superintendent
or his/her designee.
A student may be excluded from school prior to a hearing without
other forms of correc tive action if a building administrator
reasonable believes the student is an immediate and continuing
danger to himself/herself, other students, staff, or administrators
or is a substantial disruption to the educational process of
the district. Such EME RGENCY EXPULSION shall continue until
the student is reinstated by the building administrator or until
a fair hearing is held and a final determination made.
STUDENT PRIVACY
The following guidelines shall be observed to assure the privacy
of individuals and the safety and welfare of all students: (See
Policies 3230, 3231,3232)
1. A student shall be free from searches by school officials
of his/her clothing and other personal property unless there
is reasonable cause to believe that something is concealed that
may be of an illegal nature or post an immediate danger to the
student or to other students. School officials may request a
student to remove all items from pockets or other personal effects.
Parents and policy may be contacted.
2. School lockers are the property of University Place School
District and at no time does the school district relinquish
its exclusive control of lockers provided fort the convenience
of students. Periodic general inspections of lockers may be
conducted by school authorities at any time and for any reason,
without notice, without student consent and without a search
warrant provided school authorities have reasonable cause to
suspect circumstances exist which may threaten the health and
safety of students.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
A plan has been developed which will insure the maximum efficiency
and safety for evacuating the building during fires, earthquakes,
or any real emergency. Instructions are posted in each classroom.
Teachers are expected to discuss these instructions wit h students.
Any drills for emergencies are to be taken seriously. Students
are expected to maintain classroom conduct throughout the entire
drill and to know the exit route from each of their classrooms.
Any student involved with participating in a false alarm is
subject to disciplinary action by the school and legal authorities.
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
Associated Student Body - The A.S.B. is the student organization
that provides a voice for students to give input into activities
and policies which affect student life. It is also an excellent
opportunity to develop positive leadership and communication
skills. A.S.B. Officers (Grade 7), Senators and Representatives
(Grades 5, 6, and 7) are elected each Fall through a general
campaign and election process. Elected students attend weekly
Student council meetings and communicate information to students
and staff members. A.S.B. participates in community service
projects, promotes school spirit, and takes part in lunch time
activities and a ssemblies.
Student Store - The Student Store is
generally open after lunch on Fridays. PTA runs the store and
sells items such as licorice, pepperoni sticks, and pencils.
Enrichment/Intramural Program - Narrows
View offers a wide variety of before and a fter-school enrichment
opportunities. Sports activities for both boys and girls, including
basketball, football, volleyball and baseball are generally
available. Art, Drill Team, Foreign Languages, Computers, Music,
and Drama are examples of additional e nrichment offerings held
at different times through out the year. A schedule of enrichment
classes available this year will be sent home with students.
NARROWS VIEW INTERMEDIATE PTA
NVI - P.T.A. is a local, self-governing, nonprofit membership
association.
The goals of NVI - P.T.A. range from enhancing open communication
with all parents of Narrows View students, as well as the administration
and staff of the school to providing our children with opportunities
that allow participation in activities that will enrich their
school experience. The Narrows View P.T.A. publishes and distributes
a monthly newsletter titled "News & Views".
Our activities are numerous and varied. Watch for "Calendar
Items" in the News & Views. Remember, Moms/Dads/Aunts/Uncles
support your local P.T.A.
ILLNESS
In the event that your child is seriously injured or becomes
ill while in school, we will call the parent or guardian. If
we are unable to reach you, we will call the person you designated
on the emergency card. If this person is not available we will
ke ep your child in our Health Room until someone can be contacted.
For your child's protection as well s other children in the
school, it is advised that children with a fever remain home
for 24 hours after the temperature has returned to normal.
Unless we have a note from your physician requesting otherwise,
every child in school attendance will be expected to participate
in all school activities, including P.E. and recess.
MEDICATION
If it becomes necessary for a student to take any form of medication
at school, according to state law, there must be on file with
the school the following:
1. A written statement by the child's physician identifying
the medication, dosage, and how long it is to be taken and authorization
for the school to administer the medication.
2. A written statement signed by the parents requesting the
school to administer the medication.
3. All medication, with the dosage and physician's name, must
be brought to school in the prescription bottle and turned into
the office.
PHYSICAL EXAM & IMMUNIZATIONS
It is recommended that any student enrolling in University Place
School District for the first time provide the school with a
medical report from a physician. any student participating in
the interscholastic sport program is required to have a physical
examination prior to tryouts. This form will be kept on for
the entire school year and can be used for all sports during
that year.
University Place students must present evidence of immunity
to measles, mumps, rubella, tetanus, polio, and diphtheria on
forms provided. Students who do not have immunizations in compliance
with the state law will be excluded from school.
NOTE: According to a recently adopted State Law, ALL students
entering 6th grade MUST have had two doses of measles vaccine
in order to attend school. The second, like the first, must
have been given after the child's first birthday.
HEALTH SCREENING
During the school year, fifth & seventh grade students are
screened for vision, hearing, and scoliosis. After these screenings,
parents are contacted if the results warrant further professional
testing.
WEATHER EMERGENCY PROCEDURE
Information on Late Start Time for school or School Cancellations
will be on the voice mail recordings at each school.
You may check the UPSD status and other school districts at the Public School
Emergency Communication System. PSECS.
Information is available on local radio and television stations.
Emergency bus routes are listed in your University Place School District calendar.
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