Hurley R-1 School District

HURLEY R-1 SCHOOLS
2008-2009
STUDENT HANDBOOK

Dear Students and Parents:

Welcome to the 2008-2009 school year. The purpose of education encompasses an array of goals. Not only does education instill basic foundations of learning, but also it is our ultimate desire that we send productive young adults into society as lifelong learners. This handbook serves as an informative guide to assist the student and parent in the rules, regulations, and schedules of Hurley School. Please take time to review these policies adopted by our Board of Education to avoid any misunderstandings.

Policy Statement on Compliance With State And Federal Laws Prohibiting Discrimination

Hurley R-1 does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, handicap, or age in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs or activities. Any questions regarding the Board's compliance with Title VI, Title IX, or Section 504 including information about the existence and location of services, activities, and facilities that are accessible to and usable by disabled persons may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator who can be reached at (573) 347-2351, The Hurley R-1 District Office, P. O. Box 248, Hurley, MO 65675, or the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education.

2008-09 District Calendar

Teacher Work Days: August 7, 8, 11, 12

First Day Of Classes: August 13

Labor Day (School Not In Session): September 1

Parent Teacher Conferences (3:00 - 7:00 P.M.): October 21, 23

School Not In Session: October 24

Teacher Inservice Day (School Not In Session): November 7

Thanksgiving Break (Dismiss @ 11:00): November 26

Thanksgiving Vacation: November 27 - 28

Christmas Break (Dismiss @ 11:00): December 19

Christmas Vacation: December 22 - January 2

Teacher Inservice Day (School Not In Session): January 5

Classes Resume: January 6

Teacher Inservice Day (School Not In Session): January 19

President's Day Break (School Not In Session): February 13 - 16

Parent Teacher Conferences (1:00 - 7:00 P.M.; Dismiss @ 11:00): March 9

School Not In Session: March 20 - 23

School Not In Session: April 10 - 13

Last Day Of School (Dismiss @ 11:00): May 15

School Days per Month

1st snow day reduces student days to 174

Make Up Days:

January 19
May 18
February 16
March 20
March 23
April 13
May 19

Quarter Dates:

1st quarter ends October 10 consisting of 42 days
2nd quarter ends December 19 consisting of 46 days
3rd quarter ends March 13 consisting of 46 days
4th quarter ends May 15 consisting of 41 days

Board approved: February 18, 2008

General Procedures/Services

Enrollment and Registration:

Junior high and senior high students are pre-registered for classes in the spring of each school year. New students or those that missed spring registration may register the week before classes begin at the counselor's office.

Immunization Records:

Missouri law requires that all students be immunized for polio, rubella, and diphtheria, or that parents sign a release form. By state law, the school cannot accept students without current immunizations.

Birth Certificate:

No child may be officially enrolled in school without first presenting his/her birth certificate for examination. A photocopy of the birth certificate or birth certificate number will be kept in the student's permanent file. If you do not have a birth certificate and your child was born in Missouri, you may secure one by writing to the Stone County Health Department of Galena, Missouri.

Change of Address:

Parents or students need to inform the principal's office of any change in address or telephone number.

Transferring or Leaving the School District:

A student who plans to transfer or drop school must notify the principal's office. All charges the student may have incurred must be paid. All books and materials checked out to the students must be returned before leaving the school district.

A student who wishes to return to school after dropping out must wait until the beginning of a new semester to do so.

Visitors:

All visitors must report to the receptionist's desk upon their arrival at school to receive a visitor's pass. Visitors are not allowed to attend or visit classes unless the principal has given permission. If you wish to have a conference with a teacher, please make an appointment during the teacher's conference period or before and after school. This will eliminate disruption of the instructional process.

Closed Campus:

We operate a closed campus policy--students must stay on the school grounds from the time they arrive, until dismissal, or until they are picked up by their parents or go home on the bus. No student will be allowed to enter the school until 7:20 a.m. and must make arrangements to leave by 3:00 p.m. Students participating in after school activities (clubs, practices, sports events) are not allowed to remain in the building without adult supervision. Note: Students are not permitted to leave school during the lunch period, nor will they be allowed to leave school grounds with another student except by written permission (approved by the principal) only.

Breakfast and Lunch Programs:

Breakfast and lunch are served each school day. Breakfast is served from 7:30 until 7:50 to those students that wish to participate. The cost of breakfast for K-6 is $1.00 and lunch is $1.50. The cost of breakfast for 7-12 is $1.00 and lunch is $1.75. Extra milk is $.30. Juice is $.25. Students will not be allowed to charge more than $20.00 in lunches and breakfasts. Students in grades 7-12 who do not have their lunch cards with them will be served peanut butter or cheese sandwiches and milk in place of the regular lunch.

Signing In and Out:

Elementary and high school students may not leave school without signing out at the front desk. Students must have written permission from the parent or guardian before the student may leave the school campus. A written permission slip must be signed by the parent and dated. All notes to leave school shall be presented to the principal's secretary prior to 1^st period . Students signing out are not authorized to sign their own notes. In an emergency situation, a phone call from the parent or guardian, to the principal, or the principal's secretary may suffice for a note--if the principal or above named person knows the parent and can ascertain the identity of the person calling. The final decision to release a student during the school day rests with the principal. Students leaving campus without the principal's permission and properly signing out will be subject to disciplinary action. Students returning to school must obtain an admit slip from the front desk prior to the first bell in the morning. Each teacher must sign the admit slip. The admit slip will be retained by the last hour teacher.

Note to Parents/Guardians: If you need to take your child out of school during the school day you must report to the principal's office first. The office will assist you getting the child released from their class. (This is for the safety and protection of children in school.) Note: A list of adults authorized to pick up student(s) will be kept in the office so parents and guardians that wish for other adults to pick up their children may be assured their children will not be released to anyone without their approval.

Lockers:

THE SCHOOL MAY AT ANY TIME SEARCH A LOCKER OF A STUDENT IF THERE IS REASONABLE CAUSE THAT A RULE OR POLICY OF THE SCHOOL IS BEING VIOLATED. A copy of all locker combinations and keys must be kept in the Principal's secretary's office.

Backpacks:

Backpacks are meant to carry books and other items to and from school and are not allowed in the classroom. Bags must be able to fit in the locker and remain there during the school day.

Care of School Property:

School property is public property and is owned by everyone. Each student is responsible for all books and equipment issued to her/him. If a book or equipment issued to the student is misplaced or damaged, the student will be required to pay for the item on a pro-rated basis, based on the age of the book or piece of equipment. Each student has a responsibility to help keep the school clean and neat. Destruction or defacing school property is a violation and the student is subject to the consequences as outlined in the discipline code.

Students Eating and Drinking in Building, Including Library and Computer Labs.

Food and drink items should not be visible inside the school buildings. Students will be allowed to eat and drink only in the cafeteria before school and during the lunch period. On special occasions, the Principal may approve the individual classrooms to have food and drink. This privilege may be revoked by administration at any time.

Leaving Class:

When leaving class, a student must carry a student planner. Students may only leave class if there is an emergency.

Use of Telephone:

Only in cases of an emergency will students be called to the telephone during class. The school telephone is for school business: therefore, requests for its use should be made only when absolutely necessary. The school telephone is not for personal calls except in the case of an emergency. Students should not be allowed to make calls from the individual classrooms; this is to be done in the principal's office only.

Student Dress Code:

Students– dress should reflect maturity in taste on the part of the student. Clothing which distracts from the educational process will not be tolerated.

In order to promote a professional atmosphere, students will adhere to the following guidelines:

1. No bare midriff shirts, mesh shirts, men's tank tops, or skimpy tank tops.
2. Shorts and skirts are to be at least arm's length.
3. No imprinted clothing with profanity or obscene illustrations and shirts that advertise tobacco and/or alcoholic beverages.
4. Head coverings like hats, sunglasses, bandanas, and headphones cannot be worn in the building except on special occasions. Hats worn to school MUST be left in lockers.
5. School officials retain the right to take whatever action is necessary when a child is dressed in a manner that is deemed disruptive to the educational process.

Parent Conferences:

Parent conferences may be scheduled for various reasons. Parents that want a conference with a teacher or administrator need to call the school and set up a conference time that is convenient for both the parents and the school personnel. There are two scheduled parent/teacher conferences on the school calendar at the end of the first and third quarters.

Weighted Classes:

Weighted classes have been set up for the computation of honor roll and class rank. Weighted classes will count one additional point higher on the grade scale with no grade below a C- being weighted. Example: "B": 3.0 would equate to an "A": 4.0, "B-": 2.66 would equate to "A-": 3.66, etc. The following classes have been approved:

Chemistry, OTC, Physics, Pre-Calculus, College Algebra, Biology II, English IV,

Nuisance Items:

Nuisance items are things which are unnecessary and/or distracting to the educational process, and/or those items which may prove to be unsafe if used improperly. Examples of nuisance items are provided below and some items not listed may still be considered inappropriate by the principal.

Radios, CD players, CD's, pagers, cell phones, head phones, IPods, MP3's, cameras (digital or otherwise) handheld games, laser pens, water guns/balloons, water attack items, shaving cream, lighters, etc. *These are only examples of nuisance items; others not listed may be considered as such by the principal.

Nuisance items may be confiscated from the student and kept in the office. Parent/legal guardians will be contacted concerning the situation. Any item deemed unsafe, will need to be picked up by the parent/guardian within a reasonable amount of time. The principal will not store these indefinitely.

Sexual Harassment:

Sexual harassment of students of either sex by employees or other students is strictly prohibited in the Hurley R-I School District. Sexual harassment is defined as sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature made by a member of the school staff to a student or when made by any student to another student.

Bullying:

The District is committed to a safe and civil educational environment for all students, employees, volunteers, and patrons free from harassment, intimidation or bullying. "Harassment, intimidation or bullying" means any intentional written, verbal, or physical act, including but not limited to one shown to be motivated by any characteristic in RCW 9A.36.080(3), (race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation or mental or physical disability), or other distinguishing characteristics, when the intentional written, verbal, or physical act:

• Physically harms a student or damages the student's property; or
• Has the effect of substantially interfering with a student's education; or
• Is so severe, persistent, or pervasive that it creates an intimidating or threatening educational environment; or
• Has the effect of substantially disrupting the orderly operation of the school.

Nothing is this section requires the affected student to actually possess a characteristic that is a basis for the harassment, intimidation, or bullying. "Other distinguishing characteristics" can include but are not limited to: physical appearance, clothing or other apparel, socioeconomic status, gender identity, and marital status. Harassment, intimidation, or bullying can take many forms including: slurs, rumors, jokes, innuendos, demeaning comments, drawings, cartoons, pranks, gestures, physical attacks, threats, or other written, oral, or physical actions. "Intentional acts" refers to the individual's choice to engage in the act rather than the ultimate impact of the action(s).

This policy also prohibits cyber bullying, which is bullying through communication technologies- email, cell phones, pagers, text messages, instant messages, defamatory personal websites, personal polling sites, or a combination of these-to support deliberate, repeated, and hostile behavior by an individual or group with the intention of physically or psychologically intimidating others.

Academic Studies /
Progress / Procedures

Classification of Students:

7th Grade: Must have completed and successfully passed at least three of the following sixth grade subjects:

1. English
2. Social Studies
3. Science
4. Math

8^th Grade: Must have completed and successfully passed at least three of the following seventh grade subjects:

1. English
2. Social Studies
3. Science
4. Math

9^th Grade:Must have completed and successfully passed at least three of the following eighth grade subjects:

1. English
2. Social Studies
3. Science
4. Math

10^th Grade: Must have completed at least 6.5 units of ninth grade work.

11^th Grade: Must have completed at least 11 units of ninth and tenth

grade work

12^th Grade: Must have completed at least 16 units of credit to be a member of the senior class

Graduation Requirements:

These graduation requirements will apply to the Class of 2010. Students who will be in the ninth (9^th) grade for the 2006-2007 school year must adjust their schedules for each school year beginning 2006-2007 to satisfy the minimum requirements for high school graduation in 2010. The increased physical education requirement will apply to the graduating class of 2012.

The minimum graduation requirements effective for the Class of 2010 are as follows:

• Communication Arts 4 units
• Social Studies 3 units
• Mathematics 3 units
• Science 3 units
• Fine Arts 1 unit
• Practical Arts 1 unit
• Physical Education 2 units
• Health 1/2 unit
• Electives 6 units
• Personal Finance 1/2 units

Total 24 units

• Social Studies must include American History and Civics.
• English must include English I, English II, English III, English IV
• Math must include Algebra I.
• Science must include Integrated Science and Biology.
• PE must complete 1 credit of PE.
• Health must complete 1/2 credit of Health.
• Fine Art must complete 1 credit of Fine Arts.

Practical Art must include Keyboarding unless the student can show competency in that class, then it will be considered a practical art elective.

Personal Finance must complete 1/2 credit of personal finance.

The District will accept courses offered through Missouri's K-12 Virtual Instructional Program (Mo VIP) as units of credit meeting state and local graduation requirements beginning with the 2007-2008 school year provided that the quantity and quality of completed student work meets standards applicable to the District's traditional program.

Anyone working towards the college preparation certificate must also score a minimum of a 21 on the ACT.

Home School Policy

Students entering Hurley R-I School who have previous credits from an acceptable home school program, will be allowed to receive a maximum of 2 credits towards their Hurley R-I School requirements, if they meet the standards listed below.

Credits will be awarded a grade of pass or fail. Only one level of each subject will be permitted. Parents must provide full documentation of their home school curriculum along with documentation according to Section 167.031 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri.

Home school credits may be in any area; however, if credit is awarded in the core areas of math, science, social studies, or English, students must take a proficiency test which will be given by the corresponding department. To receive credit, they must score a minimum of 60% on the test.

The administration will make any final decisions and parents will be notified. This information will be placed in the student's permanent record.

MHSAA rules will apply to any new student.

Schedule Changes:

A student needing to change his/her schedule must do so during the first two days of each semester. First, the student is to check with the guidance counselor to see if the schedule change will affect their credits for graduation requirements and/or their status for participation in school activities.

Grading Scale:

A = 100%-93% B+ = 87%-89% C+ = 79%-77% D+ = 69%-67%

A- = 92%-90% B = 86%-83% C =76%-73%D = 66%-63%

B- = 82%-80% C- = 72%-70% D- = 62%-60%

F = 59% and lower

Homework Policy:

If homework is one day late it will be worth 50% of the original credit. If anything is more than one day late, zero credit will be given.

If a student is absent from class for any reason, it is his/her responsibility to ask the teacher for any and all missing assignments and make them up within the appropriate time frame.

Progress Reports:

Student progress reports will be sent home with students every three weeks. Teachers will require that the progress reports be returned to the principal's office after being signed by the parent or guardian. A teacher may send a deficiency report home any time a student is performing unsatisfactorily. Three week grade checks will be sent home on the following dates: September 5, September 26, October 31, November 21, January 23, February 12, March 6, April 3, and April 24.

Grade Cards:

Grades are reported on a quarterly basis. Grade cards go out at the end of each quarter, (approximately one week after the close of each quarter, semester, and at the end of school), for students in grades K-12.

Permanent Records:

Permanent records of each student shall be maintained by the counselor's office. The permanent records shall be available only to authorized personnel. (Parents and students over 18 years of age are among those that have access to the records according to Missouri State Law.)

Student Attendance Policy:

All students are expected to attend school regularly and to be on time for classes in order to benefit maximally from the instructional program. The Board Policy is as follows:

1. After accumulating more than five (5) absences from any class in a semester, the student must appeal to the attendance committee before determining if he/she will receive credit for that course.
2. These five (5) days per semester are to take care of absences resulting from personal illness, professional appointments, personal or family problems, and other unforeseen circumstances.
3. If absences of 3 days in a row or 4 days in a semester are related to illness, a doctor's note must be submitted. In some cases, the absences may be approved through the Principal.
4. A note or phone call from a parent will be required after each absence to insure that parents are aware of the time missed and to determine whether the absence is verified to be presented to the attendance committee. Definition of verification: absence(s) where parent/guardian corresponds with the school to identify that the student was absent with permission by calling on the day of the emergency absence or sending a note when the student returns. Definition of unverified: absence(s) where no arrangements were made for scheduled absence(s) or no notification was made on the day of the emergency absence, or no note was submitted when the student returned to school.
5. School sponsored activities are exempt from the total number of absences.
6. In case of serious accident, extended illness, or other emergency situations, an extension of the five (5) day limit could be granted after a hearing before a committee. The committee shall consist of the Principal, Counselor, and a teacher that will be designated by the Principal. The results of the committee hearing may be appealed.
7. If a student is tardy more than 20 minutes, the result will be an absence.
8. One day out, one day to make up work. Two days out, two days to make up work.

Student Tardy Policy

Each student will be allowed 2 (two) tardies per class per semester with no questions asked. The following discipline procedure will be in effect:

3rd Tardy 1 School Detention (SD)

4th Tardy 1 Saturday School (SS)

5th Tardy 2 Saturday Schools

School Detentions (SD) will be served on arranged days, before school from 7:15 – 7:45 a.m., after school from 2:45 – 3:15 p.m. or Saturday, from 8:00 – 8:30 a.m. If SD is not served at the appointed time, extra curricular activities will be suspended until the SD(s) are served and completed . The SD will turn into 2 SD's if it is not served at the assigned time. If the next assigned time(s) is not served, the student will be assigned an ISS.

Saturday Schools (SS) will be arranged once or twice a month from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Extracurricular Activity Policy/Attendance:

Any student who has a GPA of less than 2.0 will not be eligible for extracurricular activities (field trips, club meetings, etc.) until the next quarter when the grade has been raised above a 2.0. Any student who has a GPA of less than 2.0 or an F(s) in any class will not be eligible to participate in any athletic events until the next quarter when the GPA has been brought up and there is no longer an F. For example: If a student earns an F during 4^th Quarter, the student is not eligible to participate 1^st Quarter.

Hurley High School is a member of the Missouri State High School Activities Associations (MSHSAA) and all students must meet the guideline established by this organization as well as Hurley School guidelines.

A student who wishes to practice or participate in extra-curricular activities must be in attendance four class periods the day of the activity unless excused by the school in advance. To get an absence excused in advance, the student's parent should contact the office by phone or in person prior to the absence. Students absent from school because of illness or injury are not eligible to participate in after school or nighttime activities. Students assigned ISS or OSS are not eligible to attend after school activities until the suspension has been served.

Assemblies and Athletic Events:

The school provides assemblies and athletic events during the school year in order to involve the community and provide student enrichment. Good conduct by the student body is very important at these assemblies and events. Visitors and participants in the programs will judge our school and community by the type of behavior exhibited during the program.

Guidance Program:

Guidance Curriculum: The guidance counselor will meet with students in regular class groups to present programs designed to enhance student's skill development and the application of skills needed in everyday life. Areas addressed may include career planning and exploration, educational and vocational development, and knowledge of self and others.

Individual Planning: The guidance counselor will work with students individually to assist students with educational and occupational planning, decision-making, and goal setting.

Responsive Services: The guidance counselor will work with students individually to help address the immediate concerns of students. Topics addressed may include academic concerns, school-related concerns, tardiness, absence, misbehavior, school avoidance, dropout prevention, relationship concerns, and personal concerns. Ongoing difficulties that cannot be resolved may be referred to other resources.

Consultation: The guidance counselor will provide consultation for parents concerning their children's academic, occupational, and social development. Parents wishing to discuss these matters should make an appointment.

Confidentiality: Matters that parents or students discuss with the guidance counselor will be held in the strictest confidence with the following exceptions:

• If the guidance counselor learns that a student is considering suicide, running away from home, considering the possibility of causing harm to self or others, or any other serious or dangerous action, the guidance counselor will notify the parents/legal guardians of the student.
• Evidence of child abuse/neglect must be reported to the proper authorities.

Emergencies / Illness / Accidents / Evacuation / Contagious Parasites

Inclement Weather:

Dismissal of school in cases of snow or hazardous roads will be announced over local radio stations: KTTS, KWTO, and the Springfield television stations Channel 3 and Channel 10. Designated snow routes may be followed when school is in session depending on road conditions. It is the parent's responsibility to see that students meet the buses at the proper locations and times. Failure to do so will result in students being counted absent from school.

Evacuation:

Parents should have advance notification of where children will be taken off campus should the need arise and how students will be released to parents. Pre-Kindergarten – 5^th Grade will be bussed to the Church of God, and 6^th -12^th Grade will be bussed to the First Baptist Church. Each child will be released to their legal guardian and signed out.

Fire Alert:

The fire alarm signal is a continuous ring of the bell or horn. Students should be familiar with the fire drill instruction for each class. One drill will be performed each semester.

Tornado Alert:

The tornado alarm signal is a series of short rings of the bell. Students should be familiar with the tornado drill instruction for each class. One drill will be performed each semester.

Accidents:

Accidents, which result in injuries, are to be reported to the nurse immediately. Students who have minor scrapes or cuts shall report to the nurse's office for first aid treatment. In all accidents of any severity, the parent will be notified. The nurse will keep a report on all accidents.

Illness:

If a student is ill, they may go to the nurse's office, and it shall be determined if the parents need to be notified so the student can go home. Students need to receive permission or a pass from their teacher before coming to the office, or the teacher needs to be notified by the nurse of students spending more than one class period in the office.

Head Checks for Contagious Parasites:

In the event that an infestation of head lice/nits is found, the student will be sent home from school. The parents/guardians are responsible for getting the infestation corrected before the child returns to school. Upon return to school, school authorities will check the child before the child may return to class.

Medication:

Medication should be given at home if at all possible. The parent or guardian must provide the medication in the original prescription bottle plainly marked with:

• Student's Name
• Physician's Name
• Name of Medication
• Dosage
• Time of Administration

Parent should also supply note from physician allowing the nurse to dispense medication.

Medication will be stored in a safe, locked storage to prevent misuse or accidental ingestion.

Medication will be administered by the school nurse or other designated persons.

Over the counter medications for colds, coughs, headache etc. will not be available from the nurse. Parents may provide unopened containers of medications with dosage administration for their child.

Students are not to carry any medication(s) prescription and/or over the counter on their person, with the exception of prescribed inhalers for asthma. Students need to provide information on the inhalers to the healthcare designee.

Student Activities

MSHSAA Participation Requirements:

All athletes must have completed the MSHSAA participation requirements that include a necessary examination by a physician, student information, parent's permission to participate, and student covered insurance verification. This form shall be completed, including proper signature, and turned into the coach or sponsor before the student is permitted to practice or play.

Activity Transportation:

When transportation is provided for students to attend extra-curricular activities and/or school activities that are held at another school or place, the following regulations apply to those trips.

1. All school rules, regulations, and penalties that apply during the regular school day apply to students on trips to school extra-curricular events.
2. All students riding the school provided transportation (bus) to a school event shall ride the school bus back to school after the event is finished. Students may be released to their parents if parents and students sign the release form at the site.
3. Students must have written permission of the parent/guardian in order to ride the school bus on a field trip or activity unless it is a regularly scheduled game. (The permission is already granted on the permission form.)

Transportation

In order for students to be transported safely, discipline rules must be established and adhered to by everyone. Driving a school bus, that is much larger than an automobile and transporting not just one, but a large number of students, requires a certain amount of skills and great responsibility. With the cooperative effort of the parents, students, and bus driver we have a safe and efficient transportation system.

Safety is our primary concern. Students shall be expected to follow all bus rules. Please review the transportation guidelines in this handbook so you will be aware of the rules and so that a safe ride can be assured for everyone.

Student Responsibility on the bus:

1. Student shall be on time at scheduled bus stop and wait for bus in a safe manner.
2. Student shall wait until the bus comes to a complete stop before attempting to get on or off the bus.
3. Student shall go directly to his/her seat, sit down, and stay there until the bus comes to a complete stop at the assigned bus stop or school.
4. Carry on items (backpacks, instruments, etc) must be placed on student's lap. Glass items, skateboards, and balloons are not permitted on the bus.
5. Student shall obey the rules that have been established for the bus riders.

Parents Responsibility for bus riders:

1. Parent shall make sure that child/children are on time at the bus stop.
2. Parent shall accompany students grades K-3 to the bus in the morning and meet them in the afternoon, if at all possible.
3. Parent shall instill in their own children, habits of punctuality and correct behavior.
4. Parent shall understand the importance in school bus safety and review bus rules with each child.

Bus Passes:

Students shall be expected to ride to and from school on the same bus on a regular basis. Exceptions will require a note from parents. The note should contain the following information.

Student's name

Regular bus number that student rides

Destination and bus number wishing to ride

Phone number to contact person if needed

Parent signature and date

Student must have the note signed by the principal or teacher. The student must present this note to the bus driver when boarding the bus.

If a student needs to get off the regular bus some place along the route other than home, the student must have a bus pass (note). The above procedure must be followed.

The district cannot accommodate large groups of students going to parties, etc. on a bus different from the one that brought them to school. In those instances, parents will have to make their own transportation arrangements.

Additional riders may cause a strain on the maximum capacity load count. If the maximum capacity exceeds the limit, student will not be able to ride, and the student will have to ride their assigned bus route or make other arrangements.

A student without a bus pass (note) will not be allowed to ride a bus other than the one they are assigned to ride.

Field Trips:

Students shall be expected to conduct themselves in an orderly fashion and to follow the school bus rules as they do on a daily schedule route. Students who fail to follow the safety rules will receive a misconduct notice.

School Bus Rules:

1. To ensure safety, the driver must be in charge at all times. Students must respond promptly to instructions given.
2. The use of tobacco, food, or drink on the bus is prohibited. Glass items, oversized objects, skateboards, or balloons (of any kind) are not permitted.
3. Passengers must observe classroom conduct. Ordinary conversation is permitted. Horseplay, unruly behavior, abusive and obscene language or gestures are unacceptable.
4. Keep aisles and stairwell clear at all times.
5. Never extend any portion of your body out windows. Never throw objects out bus window or inside the bus.
6. Do not attempt to get off or move about while the bus is in motion. Always remain seated until the bus stops.
7. If you cause damage to the bus, you or your parents must pay for the damage.
8. Regular schedules must be observed. The bus cannot wait for tardy passengers. Students should be at the bus stop 5 minutes prior to scheduled pick-up time.
9. Wait at the proper stop and never stand in the roadway. If you cross the street or road to board, check for traffic. Cross at least 10 feet in front of the bus, never walk behind the bus.
10. Spraying of any kind (pump or aerosol) is not permitted on the bus.
11. Students will not be allowed to unload at places other than their designated stop without proper written authorization from the parent and school officials.
12. Drivers have the authority to assign seats.
13. Students are not allowed to bring animals or insects of any kind on the bus.
14. Students are not allowed to go to the mail box until the bus has pulled away from the bus stop.
15. Failure to follow these rules may result in loss of transportation.

Transportation Discipline Policy
Junior High and High School
Student Misconduct

• Excessive noise
• Excessive tardiness at bus stop
• Destruction of bus property
• Use of profane language/gestures
• Head/arms out of the bus window
• Improper boarding/improper departing
• Refusing to obey driver's instructions
• Scuffling/pushing/tripping/hitting
• Spitting/littering /spraying (aerosol/pump)
• Throwing objects out bus window/throwing objects inside bus
• Rude/discourteous and annoying conduct
• Does not stay seated/not seated properly
• Stealing
• Eating/drinking (non-alcoholic beverages) on bus
• Riding another bus unauthorized
• Nuisance items
• Any item that has sharp or exposed edges

Referrals

• 1^st = Warning
• 2^nd = 1 day off
• 3^rd = 3 days off
• 4^th = 5 days off
• 5^th = 10 days off

Severe Student Misconduct

Bus riding privileges may be permanently and immediately suspended.

*Possibility- Law enforcement notified

• Physical assault/fighting
• Possession of drug/alcohol/tobacco
• Gang conduct or activity
• Sexual misconduct/sexual harassment
• Weapons/knives/guns/any object used to commit unsafe act

Severe Misconduct Referrals

1^st = Five day suspension/parent conference

2^nd = Ten day suspension/parent conference

3^rd = Removal from bus permanently

Student Vehicle Registration:

Each student must register each vehicle EACH SCHOOL YEAR with the principal's office. Each student must provide his/her driver's license and proof of insurance. The principal's secretary will issue parking permit to display in each registered vehicle.

Student Parking:

Students may park only in the parking areas assigned by the principal. Upon arrival at school, all vehicles must be parked and all students must leave the vehicles and go to the school building. All student vehicles are subject to be searched at the discretion of the administration. No guns allowed in vehicles.

Improper Driving of an Automobile on Campus:

Speeding, careless driving or improper parking on the school grounds is not permitted. Disobeying any of the student automobile rules may result in loss of driving privileges.

Purpose of Discipline Policy

Without self-discipline, the cognitive process of an individual becomes distorted and interrupted. Discipline is also an instructional tool that we use to teach students how to socially interact with peers and adults. The purpose of our policy is to ensure a safe and orderly learning environment for students.

The following guidelines are only examples and there is no possible way to cover every infraction that occurs. Therefore the school district reserves the right to punish behavior that is subversive to order and discipline in the school even though it may not be specified in the handbook.

General Guide Lines to Disciplinary Policy

The following measures of discipline will be enforced and every effort will be made to contact parents.

The policies and procedures approved by the Hurley Board of Education will be enforced during the school day and during the hours of extra curricular activities.

Discipline Action Summary

Every situation is different, because of this the administration reserves the right to assign discipline other than that listed if he/she finds it necessary or more appropriate.

Alcohol/Possession of Controlled Substances

The use, sale, transfer, possession, or being under the influence of intoxicants, alcohol and/or physical or mind-altering chemicals (drugs) are prohibited on or in school property, at school sponsored activities or events, or in any vehicle while being used to transport students for the school district.

Assault

A person who attempts to cause or recklessly causes physical injury to another person. (See The New Safe Schools Act of 1996 for full definition.)

Bus Misconduct

Bus misconduct will be treated the same as school building misconduct with an additional option of suspending the student from riding the school bus. NOTE: Using school district transportation is a privilege.

Careless Driving

Careless driving is defined as driving on school property carelessly or without due caution so as to endanger persons or property.

Cheating

Parent/teacher conference, student receives a zero for that submitted work.

Defiance and Insubordination

Open defiance, refusal to follow instructions or insubordination. The teacher is responsible to initially resolve this type of problem within the classroom by use of intervention strategies.

Disrespect

Disrespectful language, written or spoken, or gestures to staff member, whether in school or out of school.

Extortion

Threatening or intimidating any student for the purpose of, or with the intent of, obtaining money or anything of value from the student.

Fighting

Fighting occurs when two or more persons voluntarily or by agreement, engage in any fight or violence toward each other.

Gambling

Gambling is possession and/or use of gaming devices, or participating in games of chance while on school properties.

Gang-Related Activity

Any suspicious activity-involving individual that is considered "gang" activity.

ISS = In School Suspension

The student will be at school, but separated from his/her peers. The student will not eat at their regular lunch time with their peers. The student will work on assigned classroom activities. No computer use is allowed. Failure to follow ISS rules will result in OSS.

OSS = Out of School Suspension

During out of school suspension, students may not take part in school functions and are not allowed on school property, nor will the student be able to make up missed assignments.

Public Display of Affection (PDA)

Inappropriate conduct includes, but not limited to, kissing, hugging, necking, holding hands, petting, arms around each other, etc.

Saturday School (SS)

Saturday Schools will be arranged once or twice per month from 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m...

School Detention (SD)

School Detentions will be arranged before and after school for 30-minute sessions.

Sexual Harassment

Sexual harassment of students by employees or other students is strictly prohibited. Sexual harassment is defined as unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature.

Theft

Stealing or attempting to steal, private or school property.

Tobacco

The use or possession of tobacco products including smokeless tobacco.

Truancy

Students who are absent from school without the knowledge and consent of their parents/guardians and the administration, or students who leave school during any session without the consent of the Principal, or any student who is absent from one or more classes without leaving the school grounds shall be considered truant.

Vandalism

Willfully defacing or damaging any school property.

Weapons

All weapons or instruments that have the appearance of weapons are prohibited within all school environments and the school zone, except for educational purposes as authorized.

1. Possession or use of any instrument or device, other than those defined in 18 U.S.C. 921 or
   
   571.010, R.S.Mo., which is customarily used for attack or defense against another person; any instrument or device used to inflict physical injury to another person.
   
   First Offense: In school suspension, 1-180 days out of school suspension, or expulsion, possible notification to law enforcement officials and possible documentation in student's discipline record.
   
   Subsequent Offense: 11-180 days out of school suspension, possible notification of law enforcement officials and documentation in student's discipline record.
    
2. Possession or use of a firearm as defined in 18 U.S.C. 921 or any instrument or device defined as a dangerous weapon in 18 U.S.C. 930.
   
   First Offense : One calendar year suspension or expulsion, notification to law enforcement officials, and documentation in student's discipline record.

Student Due Process Rights

All students will be afforded due process as guaranteed by constitutional provisions. The process will be in accordance with state law and with the provisions that are outlined in the Board Policies covering complaints and grievances.

Suspension

Suspension is the administrative prerogative to remove a student from the school setting because of willful violation of school rules and regulations. The student and/or parent/guardians may appeal the Principal's decision to suspend the student to the Superintendent.

Expulsion

Permanent removal of a student who consistently refuses to conform to school policies, rules and/or regulations. The student must have a re-admittance conference before returning to school. See Principal for conference procedures.

Detention

Detention is a disciplinary strategy that requires the student to spend extra time before or after school for policy/rules violations. The purpose of detention is to reinforce the importance of following the policies and displaying the appropriate behavior as a deterrent to ISS and OSS. NOTE: assigning teacher will notify parents two days before student will serve detention.

Important

Punishment for each offense mentioned may vary according to the severity of the offense. For example, third and fourth offense punishment may be applied if the misbehavior is extreme even on the first offense.

By Missouri Law, a building Principal may suspend a student from school for a period not to exceed 10 days. The Superintendent may suspend form school for a period not to exceed 90 days. The Board of Education, by Missouri law, may permanently expel a student. In cases involving students who are deemed as habitual offenders, the student and parents will be asked to appear before the Board of Education.

Behavior Not Covered

The school district reserves the right to punish behavior that is subversive to good order and discipline in the school even though such behavior may not be specified in the Student Handbook.

The policies and procedures approved by the Hurley Board of Education will be enforced during the school day and during the hours of extra curricular activities.

This handbook was approved by the Hurley R-1 School Board, May 15, 2008.

HURLEY R-I SCHOOL
STUDENT DRIVING PERMIT FOR MOTORIZED VEHICLES

Students are permitted to drive cars to school according to the student handbook. The following conditions shall be met for all student drivers of motorized vehicles:

1. Students must comply with all Missouri State Regulations.
2. Students are to park in the designated parking areas.
3. Vehicles are to be parked when the student arrives at school. Lock the car if possible. DO NOT OCCUPY OR USE THE CAR UNTIL AFTER SCHOOL UNLESS PERMISSION IS GRANTED BY SCHOOL AUTHORITIES.
4. Written permission to drive must be secured from parent or guardian to include automobile license number, driver's license number, and insurance policy number.
5. If a student drives in a manner which is determined to endanger the safety for others, the student driver will be denied the privilege to drive to school for the remainder of the year. Students that are uncooperative in parking procedures shall be denied the privilege to drive to school for two months. ALL RECKLESS DRIVERS SHALL BE REPORTED TO THE PROPER AUTHORITIES AND WILL BE DEALT WITH ACCORDINGLY.

Student Name: ____________________________________________

Vehicle License Number: _____________________________________

Driver's License Number: ____________________________________

Insurance Company Name: ___________________________________

Policy Number: ____________________________________________

I hereby grant my child permission to drive:

_______________________________________ _______________

Parent/Guardian Signature Date

I agree to follow the school rules in regard to the use of my motor vehicle while on school premises.

_______________________________________ _______________

Parent/Guardian Signature Date

Hurley R-I Public Schools Computer Usage Policy

All users of computing resources are expected to act in a spirit of mutual respect and cooperation, while adhering to the regulations for their use as set forth in this document. Any violation may result in loss of computer access, as well as other disciplinary or legal action. Users are considered subject to all local, state and federal laws. School computer systems are provided to all students, faculty and staff to conduct research, learn various methods of producing information and communicate with others. Access to computer services is given to those who agree to act in a considerate and responsible manner. Access is a privilege, not a right. That access entails responsibility. The system administrators will deem what is inappropriate use, and their decision is final. Inappropriate use may result in a suspension or cancellation of computing privileges, as well as other disciplinary or legal action. Users are considered subject to all local, state and federal laws.

The Hurley R-I Public School System reserves the right to monitor, under appropriate conditions, all data contained in the system to protect the integrity of the system and to insure compliance with the policies, rules and regulations governing the use of its computer systems.

Your responsibilities as a user of Hurley R-I Public School's computer resources:

Regarding Access

• You are required to have teacher, staff, or administrator authorization and a valid assignment to access any central computer systems and/or a valid, authorized account to access any central computer systems remotely. You may use only those computer resources that you are specifically authorized to use. You may use your account only in accordance with its authorized purposes.
• Computers are accessible to all students, faculty, and staff in the Hurley R-I Schools. All users are expected to have their own account where appropriate. You are responsible for safeguarding your computer account. You are expected to take all necessary precautions to protect access to your account by periodically changing your password and by not giving it out.
• You must adhere to policies regarding the imposition of a time limit on access to all equipment including modems and relinquish access to others with business of a higher priority. Instructional research and computing, including assigned work, research projects and other Hurley R-I Schools course-related activities have priority over other work.

Regarding Computer Resources

• You may not intentionally circumvent system protection facilities.
• Electronic tampering with computer resources is not permitted. You may not knowingly use any means to produce system failure, degrade performance, or proliferate computer viruses.
• You may not engage in unauthorized duplication, installation, alteration or destruction of data, programs or software. You may not transmit or disclose data, programs or software belonging to others. Users must respect all copyright laws that protect software owners, artists and writers. Plagiarism in any form will not be tolerated.
• You may not engage in abusive or improper use of computer resources, which includes, but is not limited to, misuse of system/operator privileges, tampering with equipment and unauthorized removal of equipment components.

Regarding Information Resources

• You are expected to abide by generally accepted rules of network etiquette and conduct yourself in a responsible, ethical and polite manner while on-line. You are not permitted to transmit, receive, submit or publish any defamatory, inaccurate, abusive, obscene, profane, sexual oriented threatening, offensive or illegal material. Such abuse includes, but is not limited to, sending/receiving offensive messages within the Hurley R-I School's or beyond via network facilities.
• You are not permitted to use the computing resources for private and/or commercial purposes that include, but are not limited to, buying and selling merchandise, product advertising, political lobbying, political campaigning, profit-making or illegal purposes. Internet, and a user may discover controversial information ether by accident or design. The Hurley R-I Public Schools specifically denies any responsibility for the accuracy or quality of information obtained through its services.

Penalties:

The system administrators will deem what is inappropriate use, and their decision is final.

Inappropriate use may result in a suspension or cancellation of computing privileges, as well as other disciplinary or legal action. Users are considered subject to all local, state and federal laws. Any user who is found to be in violation of these rules may be subject to the following:

1. Referral to civil law enforcement authorities for criminal prosecution.
2. Other legal action, including action to recover civil damages and property.

Please sign and return the following page only to principal's office.

Parent Verification of Student Handbook Receipt

I, ______________________________,

the parent/guardian of ____________________, have read and discussed the Student Handbook with my son/daughter. I verify that I understand and accept policies, rules, and regulations set forth by the School Board.

_________________________________________ ______________

Parent/Guardian

Please return this page only to Principal's Office.

Incomplete forms will not be processed!

In signing, I agree to adhere to and abide by the computer usage policy of the Hurley R-I Public Schools and realize the penalties that have been set forth in this policy.

Student Signature: _______________________________ Date: _____

Student Full Name (please print):_______________________________

School/Department: ________________________________________

Home Address: ____________________________________________

Phone: _____________________

Emergency/Medical Form

Student: ______________________________ Age: _______________

Date of Birth: ______________

Home Phone: __ __________Cell phone _________

Home Address: ____________________________________________

Email address _____________________________________________

Parents'/Guardians' Name: ___________________________________

Father's Employer and Phone: ________________________________

Mother's Employer and Phone: ________________________________

Medicaid/Insurance Company:_________________________________

Student's Social Security Number: _____________________________

Allergies: _________________________________________________

Student's Physician/Phone Number: ____________________________

Other Emergency Contact Numbers: ___________________________

General Medical History/Diabetes, Seizures,______________________

Dentist Name/Number: _____________________________________

Additional Comments: ______________________________________

Just a reminder: No medication will be dispensed unless the child brings it from home with a permission slip and directions on how to give it. If your child is unable to come to school, you need to call the school and let them know, or the nurse will call your home to check on his/her absence.