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FOREWORD

This handbook has been published for you, a student of Mayo Middle School.

The purpose of this handbook is to provide information to each student concerning the programs, services, policies and procedures, rules and regulations of Mayo Middle School, as well as student behavioral and academic expectations. Throughout the year, daily bulletins and announcements of changes in procedure may supplement or change material contained in this handbook.

Each child has the responsibility of becoming familiar with this information. Each parent is also requested to read the handbook and discuss the contents with their child.

If any student or parent has a question or a problem, they should feel free to contact a teacher, a counselor, or the school office at any time to clarify the concern.

EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES - NON-DISCRIMINATION

Equal educational opportunities shall be available for all students in the District without limitations based upon sex, ethnic, or racial background, religious beliefs, or economic and social conditions, disabilities, or physical handicaps.

"It shall be agreed that parties participating in this program will not discriminate in employment opportunities on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, or disability."

Note: Whenever the word parent or parents is used in this handbook, it is meant to include legal guardians and the Department of Children and Family Services, if applicable. All references in this handbook to the masculine or feminine gender constitute a reference to either or both.

STATEMENT OF PHILOSOPHY

The teachers and administrators of District No. 95 elementary are pledged to the following goals of education.

We are committed to the education of all children in our schools.

We are committed to the belief that education is the process whereby society utilizes its knowledge of learning to develop each individual the highest degree possible in a democratic society.

We are committed to provide the opportunity for each child to have a solid academic program and an awareness of vocational skills needed in life.

We are committed to a variety of teaching methods and instruction with the knowledge that individual differences exist and must be met. We believe that students should be encouraged, challenged and motivated by each day's activities.

We are committed to the belief that every child should be encouraged and stimulated to be perceptive, to develop critical thinking skills, and to make logical decisions based on fact.

We are committed to the task of developing in each child an awareness of our country's past and our culture. This task includes developing a sense of citizenship as students become aware of their role in the community, state, nation and world.

We are committed to a program that stresses the basic tools of learning and communication.

We are committed to the development of self-discipline, responsibility for one's own actions, the importance of health and safety, and the ability to handle interpersonal relationships.

The Mission of District #95 is to prepare students to become lifelong learners and productive members of society.

DISTRICT #95 BELIEF STATEMENT

The fundamental beliefs of this school district which are incorporated within our philosophy of education are:

• Schools, parents, and community influence the conditions for success.
• Students learn at different rates.
• Success breeds success.
• Teachers make a difference.
• Change is an ongoing process, which is necessary for improvement.
• Ongoing staff involvement in school improvement is essential for professional growth.

 We expect that Mayo Middle School students will:

• Respect self, others, property and the environment.
• Set and strive to meet high standards of performance.
• Be effective communicators, problem-solvers and decision-makers.
• Use cooperative and independent learning strategies.
• Have developed a knowledge base, which empowers them to become effective citizens.

OUTCOMES

LANGUAGE ARTS

1. As a result of their schooling, students will read and use written material.
2. As a result of their schooling, students will demonstrate active listening skills.
3. As a result of their schooling, students will express an idea(s) in written form.
4. As a result of their schooling, students will communicate ideas and information orally.
5. As a result of their schooling, students will demonstrate an understanding of various forms of literature including different cultures, eras, or ideas.
6. As a result of their schooling, students will demonstrate an understanding of how language works to communicate ideas.

MATHEMATICS

1. As a result of their schooling, students will perform basic computations appropriate for grade level.
2. As a result of their schooling, students will make numerical comparisonsappropriate for grade level.
3. As a result of their schooling, students will demonstrate an understanding of measurement concepts appropriate for grade level.
4. As a result of their schooling, students will demonstrate an understanding of problem solving using mathematical/algebraic statements appropriate for grade level.
5. As a result of their schooling, students will demonstrate an understanding of geometric concepts appropriate for grade level.
6. As a result of their schooling, students will demonstrate an understanding of various forms of data collections and analysis appropriate for grade level.
7. As a result of their schooling, students will demonstrate an understanding of estimation and prediction appropriate for grade level.

SCIENCE

1. As a result of their schooling, students will demonstrate knowledge of scientific terminology and concepts.
2. As a result of their schooling, students will demonstrate an understanding ofthe social implications of scientific development.
3. As a result of their schooling, students will apply science knowledge to everyday living.
4. As a result of their schooling, students will understand and apply scientific process skills.

SOCIAL SCIENCE

1. As a result of their schooling, students will have a knowledge of political and economic principles.
2. As a result of their schooling, students will demonstrate knowledge of significant persons and events in history.
3. As a result of their schooling, students will demonstrate the characteristics of good citizenship.
4. As a result of their schooling, students will have a knowledge of geography.
5. As a result of their schooling, students will have knowledge of other cultures.
6. As a result of their schooling, students will know how to use maps, charts, graphs, and social science tools.
7. As a result of their schooling, students will use social science skills and knowledge to develop and practice life long learning skills.

FINE ARTS

1. As a result of their schooling, students will demonstrate an understanding of the unique qualities, tools and processes of each of the arts and be able to distinguish among them.
2. As a result of their schooling, students will participate in the creative/performance process of a fine art.
3. As a result of their schooling, students will demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of fine arts as an expression of a culture.

MAYO MIDDLE SCHOOL FACULTY AND STAFF

Name	Phone	Position
MRS. OGLE	463-3105	PRINCIPAL
MR. SPERRY	465-3185	ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
MRS. ALLEN	466-5070	GEOGRAPHY
MR. ALLEN	465-4948	SOCIAL STUDIES
MRS. BARBEE	465-1536	SPEECH THERAPY
MR. BELLERUD	465-3855	BAND/JAZZ BAND
MRS. BLAIR		SECRETARY
MRS. BOSC	463-2021	TITLE I COORDINATOR
MRS. BOWER	463-2069	CUSTODIAN
MRS. BRADFIELD	466-2508	MATH
MR. BROUWER	465-5902	SCIENCE
MRS. CLAWSON		SCIENCE
MS. CLAYBERG	463-6020	ART
MRS. ENGLUM	465-5950	PHYSICAL EDUCATION AIDE
MR. FESSANT	466-3057	BEHAVORIAL ACADEMIC CENTER
MRS. FREEZE	465-5750	LANGUAGE ARTS
MRS. FRENCH		CLASSROOM AIDE
MR. GATES	465-4901	CHAPTER I GUIDANCE
MR. GISINGER		HEALTH
MRS. GOSNELL		TITLE I/LIBRARY
MRS. HARTMAN	269-2588	MATH
MS. HIDDLE	466-4430	CHORUS
MRS. KELLER		SECRETARY
MR.KIRCHHOFER	812-877-6368	SCIENCE
MRS. LAUGHTON	463-9008	LEARNING DISABILITY
MRS. MARTIN	465-4592	AER SCHOOL AIDE
MRS. PEEL	465-2411	DRAMA
MR. ROBERTS	465-9512	PHYSICAL EDUCATION
MRS. ROBERTS	463-3206	B.A.C. AID
MRS. SANDERS	463-2851	LANGUAGE ARTS
MR. SANDERS	466-6498	U.S. HISTORY
MRS. SOLLARS	812-847-2605	COMPUTER
MRS. STITES	948-5705	SPECIAL EDUCATION
MRS. SWITZER	463-1271	FOOD SERVICE/COOK
MRS. WEGNER	466-2505	LANGUAGE ARTS
MRS. WHITEMAN	463-2581	FOOD SERVICE/HEAD COOK
MRS. WHITTINGTON	765-492-4197	L.D. RESOURCE
MRS. WILDIN	812-466-2594	MATH
MS. WILLIAMS	465-5877	CUSTODIAN
MRS. WIRTH	465-8240	LEARNING DISABILITY

BOARD OF EDUCATION

Name	Phone
RONALD DORIS	465-4026
DOUG HASLER - SECRETARY	463-2816
HARRY W. HUGHES - VICE PRESIDENT	465-5755
MARK ISAF	463-1941
TOM DAVIS	463-1285
WILLIAM BAILEY	463-9840
STEVE YOUNG - PRESIDENT	466-4930

PARIS UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT #95

SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE: 414 SOUTH MAIN STREET - 465-8448

SUTTON, CONNIE SUPERINTENDENT/ Director of Student

Support Services

• Rothenberger, Brenda Curriculum Coordinator
• Collier, Anna Office Manager
• Julian, Evelyn Superintendent's Secretary

SCHOOL SONG*

On old Mayo! On old Mayo!

School that's ever right.

For our colors red and white

We'll fight with all our might.

Rah! Rah! Rah!

On old Mayo! On old Mayo!

Fight on for our fame.

Fight, fellows, fight, fight, fight

To win this game.

SCHOOL NICKNAME

REDBIRDS

SCHOOL COLORS

RED AND WHITE

*Mayo's school song was written by the late Moke C. Owens a former Mayo student and teacher.

INSURANCE

Plan	K-6	7-12
FULL TIME Coverage Plan and Dental Benefits	$45.00	$45.00
FULL TIME Coverage Plan (Without Dental)	$40.00	$40.00
SCHOOL TIME Coverage Plan	$7.00	$15.00
Additional Dental Benefit	$5.00	$5.00

SCHOOL FEES AND EXPENSES

Description	Fee
REGISTRATION FEE INCLUDES: Lock rental (2 locks), Assignment book, Activity Fee, Physical Education Fee, Computer Fee.	$40.00
PENCIL IN MACHINE (EACH)	$ .25
PENS IN MACHINE (EACH)	$ .50
PAPER IN MACHINE	$ .50
BREAKFAST (PER DAY) MAY ALSO BE PAID BY WEEK /MONTH	$1.25
LUNCH (PER DAY) MAY ALSO BE PAID BY WEEK /MONTH	$1.90
MILK OR JUICE (EACH)	$ .30
FRUITOPIA	$ .50
STUDENT ATHLETIC FEE	$30.00/SPORT

MAYO MIDDLE SCHOOL TIME SCHEDULE

Time	Period
7:45 - 8:05	BREAKFAST
8:05	ENTRY BELL
8:10 - 8:20	ADVISORY PERIOD
8:23 - 9:06	FIRST HOUR
9:09 - 9:52	SECOND HOUR
9:55 - 10:38	THIRD HOUR
10:41 - 11:24	FOURTH HOUR
11:27 - 12:10	FIFTH HOUR
11:27 - 12:02	FIRST LUNCH
12:05 - 12:48	SIXTH HOUR
12:13 - 12:4	SECOND LUNCH
12:51 - 1:34	SEVENTH HOUR
1:37 - 2:20	EIGHTH HOUR
2:23 - 3:06	NINTH HOUR

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I. POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

ACCIDENTS

Every accident in the school building, on the school campus, at practice sessions, or at any athletic event sponsored by the school must be reported immediately to the PERSON IN CHARGE and to the principal's office.

ARTICLES PROHIBITED IN SCHOOL

Radios, tape players, stereos, beepers/pagers, laser pointers, cell phones or any items that interfere with the classroom are not permitted in school. Such items will be confiscated by the teacher and turned over to the office.

Cell phones are to be turned into the office each day. The phones may be picked up at the end of the day or upon departure. Violation of the procedure will result in confiscation of item and consequences will be administered by the administration.

Weapons, explosives or combustibles, or items that look like or maybe construed as weapons are not permitted in school.

Tobacco, tobacco products, alcohol, or any controlled substance are not permitted in school.

Coats, jackets, heavy vests, or other outerwear are not to be worn in the building except in conditions of extreme cold.

Deliveries of flowers, balloons, and other such items will not be made directly to students.

ASSEMBLIES

Assemblies are a regularly scheduled part of the curriculum and, as such, are designed to be educational as well as entertaining experiences. They provide one of the few opportunities in school to learn formal audience behavior. Regardless of the type of program, courtesy demands that the student body be respectful and appreciative. Failure to maintain socially acceptable conduct as expected and directed by the staff and administration will result in corrective action and disciplinary measures.

ACCELERATED READING PROGRAM

Reading is an important and valuable life skill. Therefore, each grade level has established guidelines that students will be required to meet using the Accelerated Reading Program.

ATTENDANCE POLICY

It is of utmost importance that each student is in school every day. Irregularity in attendance is the most frequent cause of unsatisfactory work and school failure. Schoolwork takes place in the classroom, and work cannot be "made up" completely before or after absences. One day's absence often costs two days of schoolwork--the day of absence and the lack of preparation for the day of return.

It should be understood that any extended absence from school means loss to the absentee, that extended absences may cause serious loss, and that all justifiable absences should be for genuinely good reasons.

Absences for the following reasons are justifiable and will be counted as excused absences:

1. Personal illness
2. Death in the immediate family
3. Medical and dental appointments
4. Unavoidable accidents or emergency
5. Religious holidays
6. Personal reasons or parental discretion arranged in advance with the principal

Absences for other reasons than stated will be counted as UNEXCUSED. The student will be regarded as being TRUANT and will be dealt with according to the UNEXCUSED ABSENCE TRUANCY schedule.

ATTENDANCE PROCEDURES

A PARENT MUST TELEPHONE THE SCHOOL EACH DAY that his child is absent to report that absence and the reason for it. An answering machine is available for calls which need to be made outside of regular school hours. Telephone calls from the student, friend or individual other than the parent/guardian or custodial adult to explain his absence are not accepted. The student's home or parent’s workplace will be called if a parent does not phone the school. In the event, the parent/guardian or custodial adult does not have phone access, a written note must accompany the student upon returning to school.

Any absence is excused by a doctor's note or medical person. A medical excuse is only valid for the days indicated on the note. A parent may excuse their child for any of the listed reasons for a maximum of 8 days, accumulative. After 8 days of absence, a doctor's excuse for any illness or health related condition is required. Any additional absences are subject to review by the building administrator using the following procedure:

1. The student's parent/guardian or custodial adult MUST appear in person to explain the absence.
2. The student and parents may be allowed to present evidence of extenuating circumstances and request that consideration is given to the extension of the 8-day limit.
3. The student will be given the opportunity to do all make-up work and may be allowed to return to class and told that any further absences will require a doctor’s statement to validate the absence.

If not excused, the absence will be considered TRUANT.

The following are examples of excused absences, WHICH DO NOT COUNT TOWARD THE 8 DAY POLICY:

1. Doctor’s excuse - for specific days.
2. Family Vacation with advance absence procedure followed. 
3. Funeral of immediate relatives, including grandparent, father, mother, brother, sister, step-relationships.
4. Funeral of distant relatives or family friend with parent written permission.
5. An acceptable absence designated by the principal.
6. Court appearance.
7. Excuse by health intervention specialists.
8. Serious illness of a member of the immediate family.
9. Marriage ceremony within the immediate family.
10. Church Holiday.
11. Educational activities approved by administration.

Listed below are examples of absences WHICH DO COUNT TOWARD THE 8 DAY POLICY:

1. Work
2. Illness with out a doctor’s note as per the attendance procedure.
3. Needed at home.
4. Baby-sitting.
5. Lack of transportation.
6. Bad weather.
7. Items inclusive of the attendance policy and procedures.

MAKE-UP WORK is the responsibility of the individual student. If a student has missed classes and his absence is excused, he must consult with his teachers to determine the work to be made up in accordance with the requirements specified by the teachers. Students will be given a reasonable amount of time to make-up work up to but not to exceed twice the number of days absent.

ILLNESS AT SCHOOL - - If a student becomes ill at school, he MUST report to the office. His parent must be called before he will be permitted to leave school. If he leaves without permission, his absence is UNEXCUSED and he will be marked TRUANT. Students must remember that restrooms are not sickrooms. If a student is ill in the rest-room and cannot leave, he must have another student notify a teacher, hall monitor or the office immediately. Not notifying the office after one has missed a class may result in the student's absence being unexcused.

ANY STUDENT WHO LEAVES SCHOOL DURING THE DAY MUST FIRST GET PERMISSION from the office by obtaining a permission slip. Any student who leaves the school grounds during the school day without first obtaining a permission slip will have his absence recorded as UNEXCUSED and will be counted as TRUANT.

PREARRANGED ABSENCES should be requested in writing by a parent and turned in to the office. This includes absences for part of the day for appointments. A student must sign out in the office whenever he leaves with his parents' permission during the school day. A student cannot be released during school time to anyone other than his parent or to someone with WRITTEN permission from the parent.

VALID CAUSE-- for absence means Illness, Observance of a religious holiday, Death in the immediate family (as defined in Section 24-6 of The School Code), but also including aunts and uncles of the affected student, Family emergency, and shall include such other situations beyond the control of the student as determined by the Board of Education, or such other circumstances which cause reasonable concern to the parent for the safety or health of the student as attested by a letter signed by each parent and approved or disapproved by the Board of Education.

ANTICIPATED ABSENCE for family vacation, business or educational forum with family members must be approved by the administration three (3) days prior to event. The anticipated absence form must be completed prior to the absence. The anticipated absence form can be obtained from the office.

TARDINESS - - IF A STUDENT ARRIVES LATE TO SCHOOL. HE MUST REPORT TO THE OFFICE FOR A PASS. Students not in the room and ready to work when the bell rings will be considered tardy. Tardies are counted under this policy on a QUARTERLY basis.

The following schedule will be used in the disposition of all tardies:

1st, 2nd Occurrence--Documentation by the teacher.

3rd Occurrence--Thirty minute detention assigned by teacher.

4th Occurrence--60 minute detention, notification of Parent.

5th Occurrence--One day of A.E.R (in-school suspension), notification of parent.

6th Occurrence--Two days of A.E.R. (in-school suspension), notification of parent

7th Occurrence--Three days of A.E.R. (in-school suspension), notification of parent ,S.R.O., and attendance specialist.

8th Occurrence--Four days of A.E.R.(in-school suspension), notification of parent, S.R.O. and attendance specialists.

If he has been detained in the office, or by a teacher, he MUST ask for a pass from the person who detained him before going to his next class.

SKIPPING CLASSES, TRUANCY, AND POOR ATTENDANCE will not be condoned. If a student skips classes or if he is truant, his parents will be notified by the office. The absence will be UNEXCUSED/TRUANT. Chronic truancy and poor attendance cases are referred to the dean of students and to the regional truancy intervention officer. The regional truancy intervention officer will contact the student and his parents to discuss this problem with them. If this behavior continues, the regional truancy intervention officer may file a petition with the court and legal remedies will be sought.

UNEXCUSED ABSENCE/TRUANCY SCHEDULE

The following schedule will be used in the disposition of all UNEXCUSED ABSENCES/TRUANCY:

1st Occurrence--Notification of parents; two days in A.E.R. (In-School Suspension).

2nd Occurrence--Notification of parents, social worker, and guidance staff; three days in A.E.R. (In-School Suspension).

3rd Occurrence-- Conference held with parents; notification of social worker, attendance specialist, S.R.O. and guidance staff; four days in A.E.R (In-School Suspension).

4th Occurrence--Five days of A.E.R. (In-School Suspension) and Community Service.

5th Occurrence--Six days of A.E.R. (In-School Suspension) and referral to Alternative Educational Program

6th Occurrence--Ten days of A.E.R. (In-School Suspension) referral to Alternative Educational Program and/or recommend expulsion.

EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSINGS

If there is any doubt concerning the weather and school closings, one should listen to the Paris radio station (WPRS - 98.5FM/WACF - 1440 AM) in the morning. An attempt will also be made to get news to channel 10 WTHI and Channel 2 WTWO and Mix 100.7FM radio stations in Terre Haute if possible.

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AWARDS

Each year at Mayo Middle School a student can earn award certificates through participation or special achievement in several areas. Awards are given for achievement in academics, athletics, band, and chorus, and for participation as library aides, student-council members, newspaper-staff members, yearbook-staff members, and for active membership in one of the various faculty-sponsored clubs. In addition, annual citizenship awards are presented by the American Legion to a boy and a girl in the sixth, seventh, and eighth grade.

The Brian K. Russell Academic Excellence Award for academic achievement is given to the eighth-grader who has maintained the highest grade-point-average for his three years at Mayo.

Any student who receives an "A" in all classes for at least three quarters is awarded the Principal's Award for outstanding achievement.

BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTION PROCEDURES

These Behavioral Intervention Procedures have been developed in accordance with the requirements of the District's Behavioral Intervention Policy No. 715.07.

Behavioral Intervention Committee

A Behavioral Intervention Committee shall be established and maintained to develop, implement, and monitor behavioral intervention policies and procedures utilized by the District. Members of the District's Behavioral Intervention Committee shall consist of at least the following:

a) Two (2) parents of disabled students

b) Other parent(s)

c) A regular education teacher

d) A special education teacher

e) The District's Superintendent or his designee

f) An administrator responsible for student discipline

g) Advocate for persons with disabilities

h) Other individuals with knowledge or expertise in the development implementation of behavioral interventions for persons with disabilities

The Behavioral Intervention Committee shall review and use the behavioral intervention guidelines of the Illinois State Board of Education for development, implementation, and monitoring of the District's behavioral intervention policies and procedures.

The Behavioral Intervention Committee shall meet at least annually.

Behavioral Intervention Consultant

The District shall designate at least one Eastern Illinois Area Special Education staff member with knowledge and/or expertise in the development and implementation of behavioral interventions for persons with disabilities as the District's Behavioral Intervention Consultant. The Behavioral Intervention Consultant shall assist District staff in developing behavior management plans for those students requiring such plans, shall consult with teachers and other staff on the proper use of behavior interventions, and shall monitor and assist with the implementation of students' behavior management plans and the District's behavioral intervention policy and procedures.

Behavioral Intervention Policy

Behavioral interventions, which emphasize positive interventions designed to promote and strengthen desirable behaviors and reduce identified inappropriate behaviors, shall be used with those disabled students who require behavioral intervention. A committee shall be established and maintained to develop, implement, and monitor behavioral intervention policies and procedures. These policies and procedures shall be developed with the advice of:

1) Parents of students with disabilities;

2) Other parents;

3) Teachers;

4) Administrators

5) Advocates for persons with disabilities; and

6) Individuals with knowledge or expertise in the development and implementation of behavioral interventions for persons with disabilities.

The committee shall develop behavioral intervention procedures and methods consistent with generally accepted practice in the field of behavioral intervention, shall include criteria for determining when a student with disabilities may require a behavioral intervention plan, and shall include procedures for monitoring the use of restrictive behavioral interventions.

The committee shall review the behavioral intervention guidelines issued by the Illinois State Board of Education and shall use them as a reference in preparation of the District's behavior intervention procedures. The procedures shall include the address of the State Board of Education so that copies of the State Board of Education behavioral guidelines may be requested.

This policy and the District's behavioral intervention procedures shall be furnished to the parent(s)/guardian(s) of all students (or if the student is 18 years of age or older) with individual education plans (IEPs) within 15 days after adoption by the Board of Education or at the time an individualized education plan is first implemented for the student and at the beginning of each school year thereafter. All students shall be informed annually of the existence of this policy and the District's behavioral intervention procedures.

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BICYCLES (WHEELED VEHICLES)

Bicycles are to be parked in the spaces designated for them. Students/individuals are not allowed to ride bicycles, scooters, skateboards, roller blades, or any other form of wheeled transportation in or on the buildings or school grounds. The above-mentioned items are not to be stored in lockers. Items of this nature are to be stored in designated areas. It is advisable to secure all personal property. Students are not allowed to bring any form of motorized vehicles to school. The school assumes no responsibility. Violations and inappropriate conduct with such items will result in denial of items allowed at the school.

CANINE SEARCHES

Paris Union School District recognizes that it has the primary function of providing a safe and drug-free environment for students. The Board of Education authorizes the Superintendent of Schools to request the assistance of law enforcement officials for the purpose of conducting reasonable searches of school grounds and lockers for alcohol and illegal drugs including searches conducted through the use of specially trained dogs. In the event controlled substances are found during the canine search, a procedure will be followed which is outlined in the district policy as to the disciplinary actions taken by the administration.

CHANGE OF ADDRESS/PHONE NUMBER

Each student/parent is required to notify the office immediately if there is a change of his address or phone number during the school year. Falsifying or misleading a student's actual address to secure attendance in the school district will result in reassignment to the correct district in accordance with the Illinois School Code.

CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION

The curriculum at Mayo Middle School is designed to meet the educational needs of each child. The introduction of new educational concepts and the continuing reinforcement and mastery of previously-introduced objectives are the basis for this curriculum.

Program of Studies Grades Sixth, Seventh, & Eighth

Required Fine Arts

• Language Arts Health Band/Music
• Math Science Chorus
• Physical Education Social Studies Jazz Band
• Computer Technology Accelerated Reader Creative Expression

DRUG TESTING

The Board of Education of Paris District #95 recognizes the health risks and dangers associated with the use of unlawful, illicit drugs and/or alcohol. Therefore, one condition of student participation in extra curricular activities is an agreement by the student to submit to testing for the use of drugs, alcohol, and tobacco products, if selected in accordance with the random drug-testing program. In addition, the school will test any students who volunteer to participate in the program as well as students under the age of 18 whose parents wish to have them included in the program. For further information or to be included in the program, contact the Principal at the school office.

EIGHTH GRADE TRIP

The criteria for making the Eight Grade Trip is as follows:

You may not have more than 3 separate suspensions. In School, Out of School, and Saturday School suspensions will be totaled together. Any student with 4 suspensions or more, 7 or more C.R.I.B., or 14 or more detentions cannot go on the trip.

Students with excessive CRIBS, detentions, or chronic disciplinary or truancy offenses will be subject to review and denial of trip privileges. In all cases, the final decision will be made by the Administration.

ELIGIBILITY FOR ALL EXTRA-CURRICULARS (no pass/no play)

In order for a student to be eligible to represent Mayo in any of the following school-sponsored activities--boys' baseball, girls' softball, girls' basketball, boys' basketball, cheerleading, boys' track, girls' track--he must be passing all of the courses in which he meets the district educational criteria at Mayo Middle School. Each student's grades will be checked weekly to govern eligibility and shall be accumulative for the school's grading period (nine weeks).

If a student is academically ineligible to play on an athletic team for three times during that team's season, he will be dropped from that team for the rest of the season. If a student is academically ineligible to cheer on a cheerleading squad for three times during the entire cheerleading seasons, she will be dropped from the cheerleading squad for the rest of the school year.

A student participating in any IMEA vocal- or instrumental-music contest or Scholastic Bowl contest must also be passing in all of the courses in which he is enrolled, and his grades will be checked for eligibility at the time of each respective contest.

The preceding is a minimum academic standard set by the IESA and in no way prevents the sponsor of one of these activities from setting higher academic standards or other standards governing student participation for the team or organization. It is the responsibility of the respective sponsors to inform student participants concerning standards of eligibility for their organization or team and to enforce those standards.

A sponsor of any other school-sponsored organization has the right and responsibility of setting academic standards and other standards governing student participation for that organization, of informing members of these standards, and of enforcing these standards.

A student may not participate in any extracurricular activity nor be in attendance at any school-sponsored activity if the student is under suspension or absent on the afternoon of the activity. It is the SPONSOR’S RESPONSIBILITY to carry out this policy and any exception must have official approval from the principal.

A student may not participate in any inter scholastic athletic activity until he has on file with the principal's office a completed physical examination report.

Any student who receives two suspensions during a quarter will become ineligible for any interscholastic or other extra-curricular activity for the remainder of the semester.

All athletes will receive a copy of the Mayo Athletic Code and Drug Testing Policy. Each athlete and his parents must sign the Code and return it to his coach prior to participating in any interscholastic sports.

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES CONDUCT GUIDELINE

One great part of Mayo School is the many competitive activities that is engaged here. Whether it be for the participant, student, or parent spectator, our representation is very important. We must set the standard for good conduct and maintain it. The fundamentals of good conduct and sportsmanship are:

1. Gain an understanding and appreciation for the rules of the contest. Have your family and friends help.
2. Exercise positive, focused, behavior at all times. Discuss acceptable social rules with those who know.
3. Recognize and appreciate skilled performance. Simply put, cheer on the good plays.
4. Exhibit respect for officials. Bear in mind, more contests are lost by bad plays than by bad calls.
5. Respect the opponent’s players and fans. Even if they act inappropriately, show the pride and class of or is in the immediate vicinity unless a parent comes to pick up his child. Students will be dismissed when the immediate danger has passed. If the tornado warning occurs during the school day, students will be taken to a designated area until the danger has passed.

FIRE AND SEVERE WEATHER DRILL

When the fire alarm sounds, each pupil will leave his work at once and walk to the nearest exit. The method for evacuating the building will be explained to all students the first week of school. Evacuation routes are posted in each room in the school.

A pupil will not be dismissed if a tornado has been sighted or is in the immediate vicinity unless a parent comes to pick up his child. Students will be dismissed when the immediate danger has passed. If the tornado warning occurs during the school day, students will be taken to a designated area until the danger has passed.

GIFTED PROGRAM

The Paris Union School District #95 identifies students who qualify for their gifted program in accordance with The Illinois State Board of Education Rules Section 227.40. Inquiries regarding the criteria and process used by the district for identifying students as gifted may be directed to Paris Union School District #95, 414 South Main Street, Paris, IL 61944; telephone (217) 465-8448.

GRADES AND GRADING

The grades on a student's report card are actually his progress report. They are determined by his teachers' consideration of his tests, class work, homework, and attitude. If a student's grades go down, there must be a reason, and this should be discovered at once. The student should discuss this situation with his teachers and with his parents. The grade card has a comment key, which should help to explain why a student's grade has fallen; it also indicates in what areas he needs to work in order to improve his grade.

Explanation of Grades

Achievement: A - Excellent D - Below Average EX - Excused

B - Above Average F - Failing CR -Failing, but

C - Average I - Incomplete shows effort

DR - Dropped

The grade given for achievement is based entirely upon the student's performance on tests, quizzes, daily work, and participation, and is the only grade used to determine academic achievement. An "incomplete" is to be MADE UP WITHIN TWO WEEKS, IF NOT, THE "INCOMPLETE" BECOMES AN "F". In cases of prolonged illness a student may, by special permission of the principal, be given longer time in which to complete his work. Each teacher explains his grading procedure to each of his classes at the beginning of the school year or when a new class starts.

GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT

The guidance department provides services to students, parents, and teachers. These services include a variety of activities. One of the major functions of the guidance department is to provide counseling services to students, counseling or consultation with parents, and consultation with teachers. Another major function is to provide academic advisement to sixth, seventh, and eighth-grade students. Further, the department assists to plan the educational program for students with special problems.

HEAD LICE

Students found to have nits in their hair during regular head checks will be given notice and sent home at the end of the day, unless it is felt live lice may be present. Students will be required to have all nits removed from the hair and be checked at the nurse’s office at Memorial School before returning to the classroom, No exceptions. Students found with live lice or with nits that appear to indicate live lice will be sent home and required to treat and bring proof to school no earlier than the day after treatment. The bottle of product used for treatment is the only proof we will accept. We will no longer accept boxes or receipts as proof. The student must be brought to Memorial School and be checked and cleared by the school nurse before returning to the classroom. A parent/guardian MUST accompany the student in order to be checked. If proof is not brought in the student will not be checked. No checks will be done on the same day of treatment. Some medications can take up to six hours to kill lice.

Students not returning to school after three days will be considered truant and may be reported to the truancy officer. For any problems regarding treatment, parents/guardians should call the nurse’s office (number is on the notices sent home) to receive guidance. The Edgar County Public Health Department nurses may also be helpful if there are questions or an in-home visit is desired. Parents should be aware that a doctor’s note is not considered permission to return to school. Parents will be required to take the student to the nurse’s office to be checked, No exceptions.

HOMEWORK

Home study is a necessary part of each pupil's educational program. To achieve satisfactory work, each student must be expected to spend time in independent study.

HONOR ROLL

The honor roll will be published at the end of each nine-week grading period. In order to be eligible for the honor roll a student must earn a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 or above in Language Arts, Math, Science and Social Studies. To receive an award certificate and an honor letter, a student must have made the honor roll at least three times during the school year.

A - 5 points D - 2 points

B - 4 points CR - 1 point

C - 3 points F - 0 points

INSURANCE

School insurance is offered for any student desiring it. Any boy or girl participating in school athletics or serving as a cheerleader, must purchase school insurance or bring a statement from his parents showing that adequate insurance has already been provided. In case of an accident which would involve the filing of a school insurance claim form, the student (or his parents) must report the accident to principal's office within twenty-four hours of its occurrence, or by Monday morning if it occurs on the weekend, so that the claim can be processed.

LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER

The library media center may be used by individuals or by class groups as scheduled by the teacher in charge. Books may be checked out for a period of three weeks. Some magazines except for current issues may be checked out for one week--one magazine at a time. Some materials--such as reference books, newspapers, current magazines, and games--may be used only in the library media center. One set of encyclopedias is available for overnight checkout.

Each user should take the responsibility of returning materials promptly and on time. A fine of five cents per school day will be charged for overdue materials. A fee will be charged for lost or damaged materials. Prices (replacement costs) will be determined through current price lists; if no current price is available, the following will be used as a guide for charges: books- $15, paperbacks- $4, and magazines- single copy price. A student will lose privileges to use the library media center until he clears any obligations to the satisfaction of the library media specialist. The library is open after school from 3:06 to 3:30 p.m.

LOCKERS AND LOCKS

Each student will be assigned two lockers at the beginning of the school year. One locker is for P.E., and it is located in the gym. The other locker is for regular use and is in the main building. The student will use only the lockers assigned to him and keep them locked at all times. Neither locks nor lockers are to be exchanged with other students at any time. All personal items and books, when not in use, are to be kept in one's locker. A student must not tamper with another locker or give the combination of his locks to another person. If a lock that is assigned to a student is lost or stolen, the student will be responsible for payment for replacement of the lock. The student's use of the lockers does not diminish the school district's ownership or control of the lockers. The school district retains the right to inspect the lockers and their contents to unsure that the lockers are being used in accordance with their intended purpose and to eliminate fire or other hazards, to maintain sanitary conditions, to attempt to locate lost or stolen material, and to prevent use of the lockers to store prohibited or dangerous materials such as, but not limited to, illegal drugs or alcohol.

Students will only be allowed to go to their lockers four times during the day: before advisory, before and after lunch, and at 3:06. If the student is at his locker at an inappropriate time, the teacher is to use a pass from the student's agenda.

LUNCH PROGRAM

Because Mayo is primarily a closed campus, no student will be allowed to leave the building during lunch period except in case of illness or emergency. The only exceptions to this will be Parents who take their child to lunch by signing them out in the office on a limited basis of four times per quarter. Grandparents and/or other relatives may take a child to lunch only with written parental permission. Parents are also welcome to eat lunch with their child in the cafeteria.

Each student will report to the cafeteria at the appropriate time. A student may either purchase a school lunch or bring a sack lunch from home.

BREAKFAST is served each morning in the cafeteria starting at 7:45 and ending at 8:06. This allows ample time for eating so there is no excuse for students to be late.

• Student's will return all trays, bowls, and utensils to the dishwashing area.

• Students with sack lunch should provide their own eating utensils.

NO FOOD OR DRINK MAY BE TAKEN FROM THE CAFETERIA BY STUDENTS.

LUNCHROOM RULES AND PROCEDURES:

1. Students may be assigned seats at the discretion of the lunchroom supervisor.
2. Tables will be released on a rotating basis.
3. No one is to get out of his seat without permission.
4. Throwing of objects will result in one week of detention in the A.E.R.room
5. No playing with his or other's food.
6. Keep voices down. There is no need to yell and scream. Yelling and screaming will result in detention
7. No food is to be taken out of the cafeteria.
8. Spitting or the placing of bodily fluids in food is strictly prohibited.
9. After students are finished eating, they will be allowed to go outside or into the gymnasium (inclement weather) if time permits.
10. If food or debris is left in or around the table, the students responsible will clean it up. The students at that table will not be dismissed until the area is clean.
11. No combs or hairbrushes in lunchroom.
12. If you have not been sent to the detention room, at the end of each quarter you will be able to purchase a special meal to be determined at that time.
13. If you are sent to the detention room, you may not purchase Fruitopia or Powerade.
14. If a student refuses to follow the stated lunchroom rules, the lunchroom supervisor will remove him from the cafeteria. He will first be assigned detention(s), then, A.E.R.(in-school suspensions), and finally, loss of lunchroom privileges.

If lunchroom privileges are lost, the parent(s) will be required to pick up his student at the beginning of lunch and return the student to school by the end of lunch. If this isn't possible, the student will receive extended I.S.S.(A.E.R) The Parents will be notified each time a student is sent to the detention room.

Each time a student is placed in the detention room for inappropriate conduct, the parents will be notified. According to the student handbook, a student will receive an in-school suspension (A.E.R.) after being placed in the detention room for the 4th time. After that occurrence, on the 5th time, the parent will have the following options:

1. The parent must eat with the student for one week.
2. The parent must pick the student up for lunch for one week.
3. The student will receive extended I.S.S. (A.E.R.) time if 1 or 2 is not possible.

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NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

It is the policy of the Paris Union School District #95 not to discriminate on the basis of sex, race, age, national origin or disability in its educational and extra-curricular programs and activities as required by Illinois PA 79-597 and Title IX and the 1972 Educational Amendments.

Inquiries regarding compliance with the Illinois Sex Equity Rules and Title IX may be directed to the Coordinator for Non-discrimination for Paris Union School District #95, Superintendent of Schools, 414 South Main Street, Paris, IL 61944; telephone (217) 465-8448.

POLICE INTERROGATION

A juvenile officer may interview a student providing he presents proper identification to the principal prior to the interview. The parent or guardian will be notified before the student is interviewed. The interview may be conducted at the discretion of the building administrator, in the presence of a teacher, counselor, or principal and the parent or guardian, if the parent or guardian desires to be present for the interview.

REPORT CARDS

A grade slip will be issued to each student on a quarterly basis--every nine weeks--on the Friday after the quarter ends. It is to be taken home, to be examined by the parent. Parents are urged to contact teachers if there are questions concerning grade reports. Parents may be notified at mid-term if their child is doing unsatisfactory work.

RETENTION/PROMOTION POLICY

A rubric will be used to evaluate promotion requirements for all grade levels. A total of 18 points are possible. The student must accumulate 12 points in order to be promoted and/or to avoid administrative review.

• Each of the core classes (Language Arts, Geography/History, Science, and Math) will be worth one point for each quarter passed for a total of 16 points.
• A Math exit test will be given at all grade levels. A student can accumulate one point for passing this test.
• Another point can be accumulated if the student is reading within two reading levels of his current grade. The STAR test will be used to assess reading level.

	Possible Points	1st Quarter	2nd Quarter	3rd Quarter	4th Quarter	Total Points
Language Arts	1 point per quarter
Math	1 point per quarter
Geography / History	1 point per quarter
Science	1 point per quarter
Star Reading Level	1 point
Math Exit    Test	1 point
					Grand Total
Students must accumulate 12 total points for promotion.  Those that do not earn 12 points will be subject to administrative review and may be retained.
Star Reading Level Points
Points are based on the reading level at the end of the school year.
6th: 4.9 and above		7th: 5.9 and above			8th: 6.9 and above

STUDENTS WITH 10 OR 11 POINTS

To avoid being retained, the student may attend summer school, if available and if he passes both summer school reading and math classes, he will be placed in the next grade. PARENTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO PAY FOR SUMMER SCHOOL.

STUDENTS WITH 9 POINTS OR BELOW

Student will be retained the following year.

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ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL RECOGNITION

The following criteria has been established for Alternative School students to attend Mayo 8th grade recognition:

1. Must be on level A for behavior
2. Recommendation from staff to attend
3. Partially re-integrated and/or ready to be
4. 8th grade student
5. Alternative Staff must attend with them

SALES AT SCHOOL

A student is not permitted to sell any item at school unless it is sold as a school-sponsored project, which includes the Mayo student activities fund raiser, the Mayo Booster Club fund raiser, or a school club fund raiser.

SCHOOL DANCES AND PARTIES

Any school dance or party must be scheduled in advance with the building principal and must be sponsored by a faculty member. School parties and dances will be for Mayo Middle School students only. Students attending parties and dances will remain in the building and in designated areas of activity. Students whose conduct is inappropriate will be required to leave the activity, and in addition, will receive disciplinary consequences.

SCHOOL NURSE

He/She serves as a resource person for all health problems, as he/she is knowledgeable about all community health agencies and health resources and can refer families to them for additional help.

Each year vision and hearing screenings are done in the fall. Students to be tested are as follows:

• Hearing: Grades PS, K, 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5
• New students
• Speech students
• Special ed. students
• Students with history of problems
• Students referred by staff
• Vision: Grades PS, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & 8
• New students
• Speech students
• Special ed. students
• Students with history of problems
• Students referred by staff

Any questions regarding screening would be directed to the nurse’s office at Paris High School, 463-7875.

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SCHOOL ORGANIZATIONS

Student Council

The Student Council is the student governing body of the school. The class representatives are chosen by students in each grade level/advisory class, respectively. The president, vice president, and secretary are elected by the class representatives. The Student Council sponsors a number of projects and activities at school.

Yearbook Staff

The yearbook staff plans and organizes a yearbook, which is sold by subscription at cost to the student body. The yearbook consists of individual pictures of staff and students, as well as group pictures of the various school organizations and activities.

Newspaper Staff

The newspaper staff periodically produces a school newspaper.

Rudy's Readers

A reading and literacy program that allows students to expand their reading skills in the area of the literary classics.

W.H.A.M.(What's Happening At Mayo)

Mayo's own television station. The W.H.A.M. staff produces several segments of W.H.A.M. throughout the school year as well as televising Mayo daily announcements.

Scholasitc Bowl

The Scholastic Bowl competes with other schools with educational questions in a game-like format.

CLUB & ORGANIZATION SPONSORS

• Student Council Mrs. Clawson
• Yearbook Mrs. Clawson
• Newspaper Mrs. Wegner
• W.H.A.M. Mr. Gates
• Scholastic Bowl
• Math Club Mrs. Bradfield
• History Club Mr. Sanders
• Pep Club M.M.S. Staff
• Drama Club Mrs. Peel
• Builders Club Mrs. Wirth
• Intramurals
• Jr. Main St. Mrs. Wirth
• Redbird Cookers Staff/H.C.E.
• Redbird Chefs Staff/H.C.E.
• Dance Team Mrs. Englum, Mrs. Sanders, Mrs. Wirth

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SEX EQUITY POLICY

It is the policy of Paris Union School District #. Sexual harassment consists of sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature between supervisor-subordinate, faculty-student, employee-peer, student-student, or between any student or employee and a member of the public visiting our school when:

a. Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly as a term or condition of an individual's employment or educational development;

b. Submission to a rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for an employment or education decision affecting such individual; or

c. Such conduct has the purpose or effect or unreasonably interfering with and individual's work or educational performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment.

Sexual harassment is a violation of state and federal law, and the officials of Paris Union School District #95 will treat all such complaints or allegations with respect and confidentiality to the maximum practical extent, recognizing that the thoroughness of the investigation is not to be compromised. Complaints may be filed with the building principal or Superintendent.

STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

The Paris School District #95 Student Assistant Program (SAP) is designed to address the needs of students who have difficulty succeeding in regard to their academics, attendance, behavior, or health. This program provides for prevention and intervention of at-risk behaviors through education, identification, referral, and support. The District #95 SAP team will address these behaviors through enhancing communication and support among the students, home and school.

The Student Assistance Program provides guidelines to be followed in an effort to assist students who are in violation of the district's policies concerning drugs and alcohol. The focus is on education and the best interests of the student, as well as maintenance of a school environment that is free from substance abuse.

Policies are defined in the Paris District #95 student handbooks. There is no deviation from the enforcement of the policy. Each situation is dealt with in the same manner. At each step of the discipline policy students are informed of the consequences of their behavior. Much effort is taken to ensure a fair and consistent application of all rules in the school.

It must be stated at the onset that the SAP does not circumvent existing policies or guidelines. Instead, the SAP provides a mechanism to address the needs of at-risk students. A student's participation in any of the processes or procedures of the SAP in no way precludes or prevents District # 95 from imposing any or all disciplinary measures provided in the student handbooks or Board of Education policies.

The Paris School Board recognizes and supports the Student Assistance Program.

STUDENT DRESS CODE

THE FOLLOWING DRESS CODE RULES APPLY TO ALL SCHOOL SPONSORED EVENTS AND FUNCTIONS.

There is a direct relationship between dress, grooming, conduct and the wholesome living and thinking of boys and girls. Students are expected to dress and groom themselves within the framework of responsible individual pride, decency, cleanliness, and safety. The length of the shirt/blouse should not allow the midriff to be exposed. Students must refrain from wearing tight or revealing attire (no tank tops, no bare midriff, no short shorts, no spandex pants, no tube tops, no exceptionally low riders, etc.) or any style of dress, which will disrupt the educational process. Young men are encouraged to wear belts. At no time will student be allowed to expose undergarments.

Students will not be permitted to wear to school or to school-sponsored activities clothing, buttons, etc., which advertise alcoholic beverages, drugs, or tobacco products, or which have any profanity printed on them. Clothing which has suggestive or double meaning or endorses violations of policy, violent acts, gothic or satanic themes, or inappropriate social manifestations or an immoral or illegal action is not allowed.

Students are not permitted to wear or to bring to class hats, outdoor jackets or vests, sweat bands or bandannas. Clean, neat slacks or jeans are appropriate attire. Slashed, tight jeans are not to be worn to school. Hats, bandannas, or sweatbands (unless designated by administration) are NOT to be worn in any area of the building during the classroom day or at ANY sponsored school extra-curricular activity.

Excessive or inappropriate body piercing, self-piercing, or self-mutilation is an unacceptable behavior and it will be dealt with in an appropriate manner to ensure the health of the student and the continuation of a non-disruptive classroom.

Modesty and decency of dress and the health and safety of all will continue to be stressed at Mayo Middle School. It may be necessary to have a conference with a student and his parents if the student wears extreme variations of clothing that disturb the educational atmosphere at school.

Students who arrive at school wearing inappropriate clothing will be sent to the office. The office will contact the parents to allow them to know what the students are wearing. Students must change to appropriate clothing before returning to class.

STUDENT IMMUNIZATIONS/PHYSICAL EXAM

All transfer students from out of state are required by Illinois law to have a physical examination and all proper immunizations before entering. Proof of these immunizations and physical exam are due in the school office by the first day of school. Students not in compliance will be excluded from school. Transfer students from out of state have 30 days from their first day of attendance to complete these immunizations and physical exam requirements.

STUDENT MOVEMENT INTO, WITHIN, AND OUT OF THE BUILDING

At no time should any student be in the teachers' parking-lot area.

Agenda/Pass Book

Each student is to carry his or her agenda during the day. It is important each student use the agenda for its designated use and passes within the building. At no time will the agenda be destroyed, mutilated, or defaced. Lost agendas will be replaced by the student for a fee.

Arrival at School

A student should not arrive at school until ten minutes before the first bell. If the weather is extremely cold or stormy, any student who must arrive early will be allowed to enter the building and stand in an entryway until the bell rings. Loitering on public or private property to avoid attendance at Mayo in order to circumvent an existing rule will not be tolerated and is in violation of school code.

Each seventh-grade boy is to enter through the southeast doors; each seventh-grade girl is to enter through the southwest doors. Each sixth-grader is to remain on the southwest side of the building and enter through the southwest doors. Each eighth-grader is assigned to the southeast side of the school and is to enter through the southeast doors.

Each student who is eating breakfast at school should enter the cafeteria areas through the east set of doors connecting the two buildings when the 7:45 bell rings. No student is to be between the buildings until the bell rings, but is to remain on the sidewalk. No student is to leave the playground area once he is on the school grounds.

During the Day each student is to use the stairs and halls most convenient and direct to his locker, his classrooms, the cafeteria, or other destination.

Each student is to keep to the right when in the halls or on the stairs. Each student is not to run in the halls.

Each student must have a completed hall pass to be in the hall during a class period. See homeroom teachers for a Hall Pass System guide.

After School Dismissal Time

When school is out at the end of the day, each student is expected to leave the building and playground promptly (within ten minutes) unless he has an after-school assignment or is requested by a teacher to remain. The student should leave the building through the same doors as he entered the building that morning. If he must wait for transportation, he should wait outside. No student should loiter or stand around in the restrooms, hall, classroom, etc., after school unless a teacher directly supervises him.

STUDENT VALUABLES

Each student is cautioned not to bring large amounts of money, clothing, jewelry or other items of extreme value to school. If he wears glasses or a watch, he should keep track of these items at all times.

Each student, not the school, is responsible for his personal property.

STUDENT WELFARE - Administering Medication to Students

IN ALL CASES THE SCHOOL RETAINS THE DISCRETION TO REJECT A REQUEST FOR ADMINISTERING MEDICATION. Under no circumstances shall teachers or other non-administrative school employees be required to administer medication to students. This shall not prohibit a school district from adopting guidelines for self-administration of medication by students. (Sec. 10-22.2 lb of school code)

Students recovering from a temporary condition (see parentheses below) or student on permanent medication may bring it to school for self-administration with supervision IF it is 4 times per day or more or more or a doctor orders specific time of day. The following guidelines apply:

1. A District #95 Administration of Medication Form must be filled out in full by the parent or physician.
2. Medication shall be brought to school by the parent or guardian in a pharmacy labeled container which includes: student name, prescription number, medication name and dosage, administration route/other directions, date and refill, licensed prescriber's name, pharmacy name address, and phone number, and pharmacist name or initials.
3. A written request for administration of the medication including name, phone number to be reached, and the date from the parent or guardian must accompany the Administration of Medication Form and medication. The parent or guardian is responsible for delivery to the school.
4. Only the number of doses needing to be administered at school should be put in the container. A second bottle with the remainder of the medication should be kept at home.
5. The parent or guardian will be responsible at the end of the treatment regime for removing from the school any unused medication which was prescribed for their child. If the parent or guardian does not pick up any left over medication at the end of the treatment regime, the nurse may dispose of and document that medication was discarded. Medication will be destroyed in the presence of a witness.

We regret we are unable to keep or monitor taking any over-the-counter medications except those prescribed by a doctor for a specific number of days, more than 4 times per day, and on a short-term basis such as after surgery for pain.

Students may call someone to bring medication to him or her if they become ill during the day. If a parent wishes a student to have cold medication, etc. at a certain time during the day, they need to make arrangements to have it brought in and given at the chosen time by the parent/guardian or designee. School staff cannot give these medications.

STUDENT WELFARE - Communicable Diseases

A student known to have a communicable disease will be individually evaluated to determine if behavior or physical condition poses a high risk of spread of disease. The student may be required to submit to a medical exam at District expense by a physician(s) designated by the Superintendent. A determination relative to the most appropriate educational program for the student will be determined by the Board of Education in consultation with the Multi-Disciplinary Team consisting of a medical advisor(s), school nurse, school administrator(s), district legal counsel, health officials, the family physician, the student, guidance counselor, E.I.A.S.E. representative(s), the student's teachers and the student's parents.

The determination of the most appropriate educational program of a student reasonably suspected of having communicable disease may be temporarily excluded from school if a medical situation exists warranting temporary exclusion. During the period of temporary exclusion, the student shall be provided with an appropriate educational program.

An individual evaluation of a student known to have a communicable disease will result in the development of a specific educational plan for the student. The plan will identify the student's educational program, the health-related conditions of the placement, specific health instructions and other relevant information.

A student with a communicable disease will be allowed to attend school in a regular classroom setting unless an individual evaluation results in the need to place specific limitations on attendance. A student will be excluded from school for the period in which there is substantial risk of transmitting the disease to other students or employees.

A more restrictive environment would be appropriate for some students such as those who cannot control their bodily functions or behavior. The review team will monitor the condition of each student known to have a communicable disease to determine the need for a more restrictive environment (i.e., hospital or homebound instruction). The privacy of a student known to have a communicable disease will be respected by maintaining confidential records in accordance with federal and state privacy laws.

The Superintendent shall notify students and parents or guardians of the District's policy and of any other relevant information concerning communicable diseases where there has been possible exposure with a student known to have a communicable disease.

STUDENT WELFARE-Safety

For the security and safety of our students, staff, guests, and visitors Mayo Middle School is equipped with several surveillance cameras. These cameras have been mandated by the Safe and Secure School Programs adopted by the State of Illinois. It is designed to protect our students, staff, guests, visitors and building from any unauthorized entry or misuse.

STUDENT WELFARE- Disabilities

Individuals with disabilities should notify the Superintendent or Building Principal if they have a disability, which will require special assistance or services, and, if so, what services are required. This notification should occur as far as possible before the school-sponsored function, program, or meeting.

STUDY HALLS

Study-hall procedure conforms generally to that of the regular classroom. To insure a suitable atmosphere for study, the following regulations apply to study halls:

1. A student should be in the study hall when the bell rings.
2. Study materials must be brought to the study hall.

SUBSTITUTE -TEACHERS

A substitute teacher is a qualified employee of our school district who will be accorded privileges and professional respect, as would any staff member.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Mayo Middle School, in cooperation with the Human Resources Center, offers skill-based support groups for students. Many issues face today's teens. We want to do our part to equip students to deal with these issues in positive ways. Several groups are offered such as developing a healthy lifestyle, developing health boundaries in relationships, and conflict resolution.

These groups meet for a single class period once a week. The period in which the support group meets may be rotated regularly so that students miss very little time from any one class. Students are required to make up work missed while participating in a support group. These support groups are a valuable resource for our students and staff, and we want to be able to offer them to any student who wishes to join. If we don't hear otherwise from you, we'll assume it's okay for your son or daughter to participate.

If you have any questions or concerns or would like to discuss involving your child in this group, please don't hesitate to call Melanie Ogle, Mayo Principal, Warren Sperry, Assistant Principal, or Dan Gates, Mayo guidance counselor, at 466-3050.

All information will be treated confidentially and respectfully.

TELEPHONES

Only emergency telephone calls may be made between class periods on the office phone. Long-distance calls are not permitted. Each student should ask for and receive permission before using the phone. The office staff may refuse to allow a student to use the phone if the reason for phoning is, in their opinion, not valid. Illness, injury, or reporting that one will be sitting detention are valid reasons for phoning. Generally, calls for forgotten books, shoes, money, etc., are not valid reasons for phoning. Parents should make arrangements in advance as to where they will pick up their child in case of inclement weather.

TEXTBOOKS

Books given to a student are not to be loaned to another student. Each child is responsible for his own books. Textbooks are furnished to each student without charge. The student should take good care of them; he should not leave them lying around in the building or the playground. All damaged books will be paid for by the student who is responsible for them. For his own protection, a student should put his name in ink in each of his books. Books not turned in at the end of the year are lost and must be paid for by the student or his parent.

VISITORS

A student at Mayo is not to bring outside students from other schools as guests. Parents and patrons of the school district are welcome to visit school at any time. It is necessary, however, according to Illinois State law that all visitors register in the office. It is also preferable to arrange such visits with teachers and the office in advance.

WITHDRAWAL FROM SCHOOL

The office should be notified of any student's withdrawal from school regardless of the reason or length of absence. A parent must sign a record-release form in order to transfer his child's school records from this school district to another school district. No record will be sent until all obligations to the school have been met and the return of all school-owned property has been verified and all fines paid.

WAIVER OF FEES

In conjunction with the imposition, collection, and/or waiver of fees, students currently receiving aid under the Illinois Public Aid law are eligible for waiver of fees. Students may also be eligible for the waiver of fees or lunch charges on the basis of federal family income guidelines for the federal free and reduced lunch program, or in cases in which a student’s family is able other wise to establish that they cannot afford to pay the fees. Parents who believe that their child would qualify for a waiver of fees should obtain a "Waiver of School Fees" application from the school office. The completed form should be returned to the school office. The principal will review the application and approve or deny the waiver request. Requests which are denied may be appealed by the parent to the Superintendent of Schools.

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 II. DISCIPLINE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

DISCIPLINE PHILOSOPHY

Since an effective person in a democracy is a self-disciplined person, the ultimate goal of all discipline must be self-discipline. Self-discipline, which is a shared and learned experience, begins with early training in an adequate home and extends to the school and community.

At school students and teachers must interact in a climate that has enough freedom of expression, action, respect and choice to be conducive to creative learning. The school environment must also be one that is orderly enough for safe, productive learning to take place. Responsible rules and regulations, developed and enforced by the principal, the teachers, and the students, are therefore necessary to create and maintain a positive learning environment in which trusting, assuming responsibility become a natural part of the curriculum.

Accordingly, school staff members will make every effort, individually, collectively and cooperatively, with appropriate available community resources, to help each student gain acceptable self-discipline.

To be sure, most students achieve self-discipline as a normal part of training received in the home, at school, and in the community, and recognize that the granting of rights also means restrictions on those rights. Some, however, do not.

When self-discipline fails, it becomes necessary for those directly responsible for the operation of the school to discipline those students who interfere with the learning environment of the classroom or school. Acts or conduct detrimental to the welfare, safety, or morals of students, or contrary to the authority of school personnel, are prohibited within this environment and will not be tolerated.

Consequently, the professional school staff will discipline appropriately all students who do not conduct themselves in accordance with the rules and regulations established and who thus hinder the normal progress of others. It is expected that in dealing with offenders, school personnel will carefully scrutinize the needs of the offenders and the reasons for their acts, so that all discipline can be kept on a constructive, personally meaningful, basis.

Just as societal mores and attitudes affect the school, so the school affects society. Hence, good school discipline is a part of, and aids in, the development of self-discipline; furthermore, it reinforces home and community training to achieve the long-range goal of producing a responsible, self-disciplined citizen.

DISCLAIMER

The right of the school districts to adopt and enforce all necessary rules for the management and government of schools is granted by Illinois Compiled Statutes (105 ILCS 5/10-20.5). This handbook, however, is not intended to create a contractual relationship with the students; rather it is intended to describe the school, it’s current practices, procedures, rules, and regulations. This handbook cannot be, nor even presumes to be, all-inclusive. Therefore, during the course of the school year, the building administrators may establish rules and regulations that are not included herein and that are not inconsistent with those established by the Board of Education and the Superintendent of Schools. Further, the administration reserves the right to impose less severe disciplinary action than called for as the situation warrants it. As it is impossible to anticipate all specific instances of misconduct, the administration reserves the right to impose a consequences for specific situations not addressed.

RULES AND REGULATION

Section 24-24 of the School Code of Illinois requires: "Teachers and other certified educational employees shall maintain discipline in the schools, including school grounds which are owned or leased by the board and used for school purposes and activities. In all matters relating to the discipline in and conduct of the schools and school children, they stand in the relationship of parents and guardians to the pupil. This relationship shall extend to all activities connected with the school program and may be exercised at any time for the safety and supervision of the pupils in the absence of their parents or guardians."

As the preceding statement indicates, school personnel are held responsible for establishing and maintaining discipline within the school. Therefore, the teachers, the principals, the superintendent, and the Board of Education of District 95 have the right to establish rules and regulations, the purpose of which are to create minimum standards for acceptable student behavior. Furthermore, all school personnel have the right to--and thus must enforce--these rules and regulations by determining appropriate penalties to impose upon any students whose behavior or conduct is determined to be in violation of these rules.

Included in the acts that may be considered as a violation of school rules are the following:

1. Being late to class
2. Chewing gum or eating candy
3. Demonstrating unacceptable conduct in class or in the halls
4. Failing to take required materials to class (Examples: books, paper, pen, pencil, gym suit, etc.)
5. Failing to complete assigned homework
6. Throwing objects
7. Obscene note writing
8. Failing to report to office or assigned areas
9. Cheating
10. Leaving Mayo campus during school day without permission
11. Being inappropriately dressed
12. Profane or vulgar language or verbal threats
13. Verbal and/or physical intimidation
14. Defacing of public or private property
15. Misuse of computers

The above examples are neither exclusive nor all encompassing, nor do they in any way limit the discipline policy.

BULLYING--Student Aggression Prevention Policy

The School board has determined that aggressive behavior among students, including bullying (as defined below), places an educational environment at increased risk for violence. The School Board has also determined that students who are at risk for engaging in aggressive behavior often exhibit early warning signs that can be addressed as part of a violence prevention plan, hereby increasing the overall safety of a school. Accordingly, it is the policy of the School Board to identify students who are at risk for aggressive behavior, including (but not limited to) bullying in full compliance with section 10-20.14(d) of The School Code (105ILCS5/10-29.14(d).

Bulling is defined as persistent, negative, psychological or physical act directed by a stronger student or group against a weaker one.

Teachers, administrators, and other school staff are encouraged to use training, provided by the school district, to identify students who might be at risk for engaging in aggressive behavior towards students, staff, or other members of the school community. They will then direct their concerns to the school administration who will refer the question to a District specialist who is trained in evaluating and addressing serious behavioral issues.

Students involved or associated with any form of bullying will be considered "guilty of gross disobedience or misconduct" in accordance with suspension procedures. Consequences are manifested by the procedures in Section 10-22.6 of the Illinois School Code.

GANG ACTIVITY PROHIBITED

Students are prohibited from engaging in gang activity. A "gang" is any group of two (2) or more persons whose purpose includes the commission of illegal acts. No student shall engage in any gang activity, including, but not limited to:

1. Wearing, using, distributing, displaying, or selling any clothing, jewelry, emblem, badge, symbol, sign, or other thing that are evidence of membership or affiliation in any gang.
2. Committing any act or omission, or using any speech, either verbal or non-verbal (such as gestures or hand-shakes) showing membership or affiliation in a gang, and using any speech or committing any act or omission in furtherance of the interests of any gang or gang activity, including, but not limited to:
   • Soliciting others for membership in any gangs
   • Requesting any person to pay protection or otherwise intimidating or threatening any person,
   • Committing any other illegal act or violation of school district policies, (d) Inciting other students to act with physical violence upon any other person.

ENFORCEMENT OF RULES AND REGULATIONS

The following are explanations of the disciplinary measures, which may be employed by school personnel following a student's violation or continued violation of rules or regulations. A violation of the rules is to be established by a preponderance of evidence, and disciplinary action taken will be based on established guidelines, previous infractions, and the situation. Disciplinary measures, which may be used, include but are not limited to detention, A.E.R.,"Alternative Education Room"(in-school suspension), Saturday school, out-of-school suspension, or expulsion.

School Detention

A student may be detained after school by a staff member for up to sixty minutes as a disciplinary measure. The student must notify and receive approval from that staff member if he cannot be present, so that the next day may be scheduled for the detention. Failure to show up for detention as assigned without prior arrangements may result in the student's being assigned an additional detention (teacher discretion). In addition to the extra day of detention, a notice will be sent home notifying the child's parents that their child's failure to sit the detention will result in a suspension. It is the responsibility of the student to notify parents when a detention has been assigned so the parent won't have to wait for an extended length of time to pick their child up from school. A phone is available in the office for student use for this purpose.

LOGGING SYSTEM

Mayo Middle School has decided to adopt the log system as part of our discipline system. The following progressive steps will be used for behavior that is deemed unacceptable at Mayo Middle School. This does not include major infractions, homework, tardies, or other multiple infractions that require immediate action. If a student is logged, the student has stopped the educational process in that room.

As each step is reached a school-wide discipline notice will be sent to the office/dean of Students to keep Administration current with the behavior process of said student.

• 5 logs - Conference with student and 30 minute detention
• 10 logs - Parent phone call from teacher and 60 minute detention
• 15 logs - 1 day ISS and mandatory parent conference
• 20 logs - 2 days of ISS, parent contact, and behavior contract
• 25 logs - 3 days of ISS and mandatory parent contact
• 30 logs - 5 days of ISS and mandatory parent conference
• 35 logs - Turned over to administration for discipline at administrator's discretion.

**Logs are counted under this policy on a semester basis.

Criteria For Logging

• Disrupting class (examples: continued talking, out of seat, blocking pathways of others, and not keeping hands, feet, and mouth to self)
• Playing with toys (This includes fingerboards, bouncing balls, paper clips, rubber bands, pip tabs, staples, etc.)
• Being uncooperative
• Inappropriate behavior in hallways
• Inappropriate behavior for substitutes
• Not staying on task
• Writing on self or desks
• No AR book is a loggable offense

OTHER REMEDIES--Other reasonable actions might include:

a. Counseling with a student or group of students

b. Having a conference with a parent or group of parents

c. Assigning a student alternative work

d. Rearranging a class schedule

e. Requiring a student to remain after regular school hours for counseling with the teacher.

f. Restricting a student's participation in his extra-curricular activities

g. Overnight suspension--student does not return to school the next day unless accompanied by parents.

SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION

Section 10-22.6 of the School Code of Illinois gives the Board of Education the power to suspend or expel a student "...GUILTY OF GROSS DISOBEDIENCE OR MISCONDUCT." It also permits the Board to authorize the building principal to suspend students for a period not to exceed ten school days. Also, Board policy 520.25 permits the teacher and administrator to remove a student from class for disruptive behavior. The Board of Education of District 95 has the legal authority to expel a student for more than ten (10) days up to two calendar years.

So that each student and parent of District #95 may know what might be considered "gross disobedience or misconduct", the Board of Education states that all of the following acts may be cause for SUSPENSION or EXPULSION: These rules shall also apply to ALL extra-curricular and school sponsored events.

1. Fighting - fighting will not be tolerated at Mayo Middle School. Fighting can take several forms:
   • a. Pushing & shoving another student will be considered a fight.
   • b. Intimidation or to force or deter with threats will be treated as a serious breach of discipline.
   • c. Assault is a violent attack. It can be either physical or verbal. It will be treated as a fight would be treated.
   • d. Battery or beating another student physically may result in arrest and will lead to a suspension.
   • e. Bullying another student.
     
     Consequences - for fighting (with the malicious intent to do bodily harm)
   • a. First offense - 2 days in A.E.R. (in school suspension), parent contact, Resource Officer contact.
   • b. Second offense - 4 days in A.E.R.(in school suspension), parent contact, Resource Office contact, referral to Behavioral/Academic Center, Bridges.
   • c. Third offense - 10 days in A.E.R. (in school suspension), parent contact, Resource Officer contact, referral to B.A.C./BRIDGES referral to court system.
   • d. Fourth offense - 4 days out of school suspension, recommended expulsion.  If you hit back, push or shove the consequences will be the same as the aggressor. In all cases, students could face arrest for his/her action.
     
     
2. Giving false or misleading information regarding an investigation that would adversely affect the welfare of students, parents, faculty, staff, or community.
3. Possession or use of tobacco or tobacco products
4. Assault on a student, a teacher, or any school employee. Assault is an apparent, violent attempt or a willful offer with force or violence to do hurt/harm to another individual(s) without the act of doing the threat.
5. Battery on a student, a teacher, or any school employee Battery is the unlawful use of force on a person without his consent.
6. Possession, use, distribution, purchase, sale, or being under the influence marijuana, "look alike" drugs, or any other illicit drug; use, possession, distribution of drug paraphernalia such as pipes, clips, and rolling papers.
7. Possession, use distribution, purchase, sale, or being under the influence of alcohol.
8. Arson
9. Truancy-defined as any unexcused or unacceptable absence, including leaving the classroom without permission
10. Destruction of property or vandalism
11. Repeated or continuous acts of misconduct or disobedience which are disruptive school functions and/or the educational process
12. Theft
13. Creating a false fire alarm
14. Possession of, use of, or distribution of any weapon. Weapons include, but are not limited, to such items as handguns of any sort, chains, knives, shotguns, brass knuckles, Billy clubs, "look alikes", or any other item (such as bats, pipes, sticks, etc.) if used to cause bodily harm. Students violating this rule may be expelled for up to two (2) calendar years.
15. Verbal abuse or profanity or threats if directed towards a student, a teacher or other school personnel.
    Consequences for Profanity - all profanity will be treated as a serious breach of discipline
    • a. First Offense- 2 days of A.E.R.(In school suspension)
    • b. Second Offense - 3 days of A.E.R.(In school suspension)
    • c. Third Offense - 4 days of A.E.R.(In school suspension)
      Any profanity directed at a teacher may be up to 5 days A.E.R. suspension.
16. Acts that obstruct or interrupt the instructional process in the classroom
    Consequences for Insubordination - any insubordination by a student will result in an in (A.E.R.) or Out of School suspension
17. Refusal to follow order or directions or stated school rules (insubordination)
18. Any other acts that endanger teachers, the well being of students, or any school employee
19. Participation in acts designed to disrupt school (strikes, walkouts, mass defiance, etc.)
20. Statements, which may be construed as sexual, ethical, or racial harassment
21. Wearing, possessing, using, distributing, displaying, or selling any clothing, jewelry emblem, badge, symbols, sign, or other item which is evidence of membership or affiliation in a gang or gang activity, including but not limited to soliciting membership, intimidating, threatening, committing any illegal act or violating school district policies.
22. Student loitering on private property, public thorough-fares, or alleys within view of Mayo School .
23. CHRONIC TRUANCY or excessive tardiness from school, class, or other official designated school assignment as defined by School Code and Policy.
24. Spitting, gleeking, or any physical gestures or mannerism that secretes any form of bodily fluids will be considered a form of assault.
25. Continuing misconduct.

These offenses may result in out-of-school suspension or expulsion on the first offense.

It should be understood that it is not possible to list all offenses, which could upset the educational process and result in the student's being subject to suspension or expulsion. Only the most serious and frequently violated have been listed.

All such acts shall have been committed: on school property or while attending a school-related activity, or upon school personnel while in the discharge of official school business, or while on a school bus or public transportation authorized by the school.

Each student and parent should be aware that some of the above acts could also bring criminal prosecution and penalties as well as school disciplinary action. Legal action can be brought by the school, the police, the state's attorney, a parent and/or a student.

OVERNIGHT SUSPENSION

A student may not return to school until parent conference is held.

SCHOOL SUSPENSION A.E.R.

Alternative Educational Room (in school suspension)

A student who receives A.E.R. is assigned to the A.E.R. from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day of his suspension, with a lunch break and two rest-room breaks per day. While not attending regular classes, the suspended student is required to complete specific class assignments under strict and constant supervision. The supervisor receives assignments from each of the student's respective teachers, and the student must continually work on these assignments. During the time he is serving in-school suspension, the student may not participate in any school academic or extracurricular activities, including practices for participation in such activities.

The A.E.R (in-school suspension room) will also be used as a consequence room for inappropriate behavior.

A student may be sent to A.E.R. (in school suspension) for part or all of a class period and/or for the entire school day or days depending on the inappropriate behavior and the severity of the offense.

 OUT-OF-SCHOOL SUSPENSION

A student not in attendance may, at parent request, sit in the detention center at the Paris Police Department. All work must be made up. It is the students’ responsibility to find out about missed work.

C.R.I.B. (Consequence Room for Inappropriate Behavior)

The C.R.I.B. room is designed to give immediate consequences for inappropriate behavior, forces student to take responsibility for his/her inappropriate behavior, gives student alternate ways to deal with situation, promotes idea to stay in the classroom and continue to learn, and minimizes long-term discipline problems.

Inappropriate behavior for C.R.I.B. is defined as displaying disrespect, disruptive behavior, intimidation in the classroom, or any other offense determined by the administration. A student may be assigned a full C.R.I.B. (9-periods) should that student acquire 4 prior C.R.I.B. reports from the teacher in a 9-week period.

 SCHOOL BUS RULES AND REGULATION

A student riding on a Paris District #95 bus is expected to behave as he would in a classroom. Misconduct on a bus will not be tolerated, as it may endanger the safety and well being of others. Student misbehavior of any kind will be reported by the bus driver to the Director of student support services, who in turn will determine an appropriate disciplinary measure. If determined to be appropriate, a student may be suspended (by the building principal) from riding the bus if his misconduct continues.

Each student should:

• Observe the same conduct he would in a classroom
• Be courteous and use no profane language
• Not eat, drink, or smoke on the bus
• Keep the bus clean
• Not be destructive
• Not throw any objects out of the window
• Stay in his seat; the bus driver, or a school official may assign seats
• Cooperate with the bus driver
• Keep hands, feet, and head inside the bus
• Not possess or use any drug or alcoholic beverage on the bus
• Become quiet when the bus stops at railroad crossings
• Observe safety precautions at discharge point; where it is necessary to cross the highway, the student should proceed to a point at least ten feet in front of the bus on the right shoulder of the highway where traffic may be observed in both directions, then wait for a signal from the bus driver permitting him to cross
• Observe the same guidelines on other trips under school sponsorship as he observes between home and school

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III. SCHOOL STUDENT RECORDS NOTIFICATION STATEMENT

The following information pertains to the rights and obligations of parents, students, and the school under the Illinois School Student Records Act Chapter 122, Par. 50-1 et seq. of the Illinois Revised Statutes (1985) and the Rules promulgated thereunder by the Illinois State Board of Education.

1. The student permanent record consists of basic identifying information, academic transcript, attendance, accident reports and health record, record of release of information, and may also consist of records of award and participation in school-sponsored activities. No other information will be placed in the student's permanent record. The permanent record will be kept for 60 years after graduation or permanent withdrawal.

2. The student temporary record consists of all information relevant to the student, but is not required in the permanent record. It may include family background information, intelligence test scores, aptitude test scores, psychological and personality test results, disciplinary information, teacher anecdotal records, and special education reports.

The temporary record will be reviewed for elimination of out-of date or unnecessary information every four years or upon a student's change in attendance centers, whichever occurs first. The temporary record will be destroyed entirely within five years after graduation or permanent withdrawal.

3. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords students certain

rights with respect to their education records. They are:

a) The rights to inspect and review the student's education records within 30 days of the day the district receives a request for access. A parent/guardian or eligiblestudent should submit to the Records Custodian, Principal, or other appropriate official, written request that identify the record(s) they wish to inspect. The District official will make arrangements for access and notify the parent/guardian or eligible student of the time and place the records may be inspected. If the records are not maintained by the District official to whom the request was submitted, that official shall advise the parent/guardian of the correct official to whom the request should be addressed.

b) The right to request the amendment of the student's education records that the parent/guardian or eligible student believes are inaccurate or misleading.

A parent/guardian or eligible student may ask the District to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading. They should write the District official responsible for the record, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed and specify why it is inaccurate or misleading. If the District decides not to amend the record as requested by the parent/guardian or eligible student, the district will notify the parent/guardian or eligible student of the decision and advise the parent/guardian or eligible student of their right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedure will be provided to the parent/guardian or eligible student when notified of the right to a hearing.

c) The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the parent/guardian or eligible student's education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent.

One exception, which permits disclosure without consent, is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is a person employed by the district in an administrative supervisory, academic, or support staff position (including law enforcement unit personnel and health staff); a person or company with whom the district has contracted (such as an attorney, auditor, or collection agent); or a person serving on the Board of Education.

A school official has a legitimate educational interest in the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibilities.

Upon request, the District discloses education records without consent to officials of another school in which a student seeks or intends to enroll.

d) The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the District to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA is:

Family Policy Compliance Office
U. S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, S.W.
Washington, D.C. 20202-4605.

Directory information may be disclosed without prior notice or consent unless the parent/guardian or eligible student notifies the Record Custodian or other official in writing, before October of the current school year, that he does not want any or all of the directory information disclosed. Directory information includes the student's name, address, telephone listing, date and place of birth, major field of study, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, weight and height of members of athletic teams, dates of attendance, degrees and awards received, and the most recent previous educational agency or institution attended.

4. Student record information may be released, transferred, or disclosed to a parent, to a student, to an employee or official of the school district with a current educational or administrative interest in the student, or to the State Board of Education.

5. All rights and privileges accorded a parent shall become exclusively those of the student upon his 18th birthday, graduation from secondary school, marriage or entry into military service, whichever occurs first.

6. The following is designated as directory information and may be released to the general public unless the parent requests that any or all such information not be released: student's name and address, gender, grade level, birth date and place, parent's name and address, academic awards, degrees, honors, information in relation to school-sponsored activities, organizations and athletics, the student's major field of study, and period of attendance in the school.

7. Upon graduation or permanent withdrawal of a handicapped student, psychological evaluations, special education files and other information contained in the student temporary record which may be of continued assistance to the student may, after five years, be transferred to the custody of the parent or student if the student has succeeded to the rights of the parents. The school will explain to the student and the parent the future usefulness of psychological evaluations, special education files and other information contained in the student temporary record.

8. Student record information may be released, transferred, or disclosed to any person for the purpose of research, statistical reporting or planning, provided that no student or parent can be identified form the information released.

9. Student record information may be released, transferred, or disclosed pursuant to a court order, provided that the parent shall be given prompt written notice upon receipt of such order.

10. If a student moves to another school district, or if the student enrolls in a private or parochial school, information from the student's records will be sent to that school upon written request from that school's office if all record's are cleared, fines paid, and locks turned in.

11. Specific guidelines regarding disclosure of information and procedures for a hearing request are available in all school offices and in the Superintendent's Office at 414 South Main Street, Paris, Illinois.

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IV. STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITY

Educational Rights of Homeless Youths:

Paris Union School District No. 95 has identified a liason for homeless children and youth. You may phone the administrative office at 465-8448 to contact the liason. The liason for the homeless will be responsible for ensuring that:

1. Homeless children and youths are identified by school personnel and through coordination activities with other entities and agencies.

2. Homeless children and youths enroll in, and have a full and equal opportunity to succeed in schools of that local educational agency.

3. Homeless families, children and youths receive educational services for which such families, children, and youths are eligible, including Head Start and Even Start programs and preschool programs administered by District 95, and referrals to health care services, dental service, mental health services, and other appropriate services.

4. The parents or guardians of homeless children and youths are informed of the educational and related opportunities available to their children and are provided with meaningful opportunities to participate in the education of their children.

5. Public notice of the educational rights of homeless children and youths is disseminated where such children and youths receive services under this Act, such as schools, family shelters, and soup kitchens.

6. Enrollment disputes are appropriately mediated.

7. The parent or guardian of a homeless child or youth is fully informed of all transportation services, including transportation to the school of origin.

The process of educating a student for responsible citizenship in a democratic society requires reasonable opportunity for him to exercise the rights of freedom of speech and expression in the context of the school.

The following statements in no way diminish the legal authority of school officials or of the Board of Education to deal with student behavior; instead, they recognize and extend the range or the student's responsibility. No student has the right to interfere with the education of his fellow students. It is the responsibility of each student to respect the rights of all who are involved in the educational process.

1. A student has the right to express his view in a responsible and respectful manner.

When a student uses his right to express his view, he has the responsibility to use this right so that:

        a. he does not disrupt the work of the school or the orderly conduct of classes;

        b. he does mock, ridicule, or deliberately demean or provoke others because of race, religion, national origin, sex, social, economical status or individual views;

        c. he does not interfere with the rights of others.

2. Each student has a right to expect the school to be a safe place to gain an education.  A student has a responsibility to be aware of all rules and regulations and to

follow those guidelines pertaining to them. A student also has a responsibility to discourage others from participating in acts of vandalism and to cooperate

with school authorities in the reporting of such acts.

3. In cases of suspension or expulsion, the student who is disciplined has rights as provided by the School Code, constitutional due process, and the policies adopted by the Board of Education of District #95.

4. A student has the right to be provided with a school atmosphere, which allows him to achieve at a level commensurate with his ability. A student who behaves irresponsibly, violates the rights of others, or presents an actual or threatened danger to persons or property may be suspended or expelled from school and school buses.

A student has a responsibility to volunteer information of importance in any disciplinary case.

Each student has the responsibility to maintain his best possible level of academic achievement. To help insure such achievement, a student should develop and maintain good work and study habits, be attentive during class time, complete accurately and promptly all assignments, and be in attendance on a regular and punctual basis.

STUDENT RIGHTS PROCEDURE

EXPLANATION

A grievance is a difference of opinion raised by a student or group of students involving: (1) the meaning, interpretation or application of established policies; (2) difference of treatment; or (3) application of the legal requirements of civil rights legislation.

This procedure is not intended to limit the option of the district and a grievant(s) to resolve any grievance mutually and informally. Hearings and conferences under this procedure shall be conducted at a time and place, which will afford a fair and equitable opportunity for all persons.

The grievance procedure is not required if the grievant(s) prefers other alternatives such as the Office of Civil Rights (OCR) or the courts. Due process shall exist throughout the procedure with the right to (1) representation; (2) present witnesses and evidence; (3) confidentiality; (4) review relevant records; and (5) proceed without harassment and/or retaliation.

This procedure, along with explanations, due process and directions are available for inspection in the offices of: Superintendent, Building Principal, Dean(s), Coordinator(s), Department Cha