Fennimore Middle School STUDENT/PARENT HANDBOOK

2020-2021

The Fennimore Community Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability in any of its student programs and activities or any of its hiring, employment, or volunteer opportunities and procedures. Please indicate if you need this information presented in another language. Por favor indique si necesita esta informaciόn en Español.`

FENNIMORE COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT MISSION

To continuously improve student achievement, utilizing all of the resources available to our community. We strive to improve course offerings, promote a positive school climate, build relationships, increase parent involvement, promote community involvement, set clear performance collaborative standards, and facilitate faculty commitment to the mission.

School District Philosophy The Board of Education believes that the purpose of education is to facilitate the development of the potential of each student. In a free society, every individual has both the right and responsibility to make choices and decisions for himself/herself and for society. A prerequisite for every member of such a society in meeting those responsibilities is competence in the use of the rational thought processes needed to make intelligent, ethical choices and decisions. If our society, as originally conceived, is to survive and function effectively, its young people need to be prepared to exercise their rights and their responsibilities in ways that benefit them and the society. Likewise, if individuals are to be able to achieve their life goals in a free society, they need to be competent to choose among the myriad alternatives that are and continue to be available to them.

TABLE OF CONTENTS Academic and Career Planning 7 Allergy Aware School 7 Animals in School 7 Attendance 8 Backpacks 11 Behavior/Code of Conduct/Discipline 11 Bell Schedule 4 Building Hours 17 Bullying/Harassment 17 Bus Information & Regulations 19 Cancellation/Early Dismissal of School 5 & 20 Concussions 20 Dances 21 District Phone Numbers/General Information 3 Drug Abuse Prevention 21 Emergency Drills 21 Flag and Pledge of Allegiance 21 Grading 21 Hand Washing/Sanitizing 23 Homework Responsibilities 23 Honor Roll 24 ID Cards 24 Immunization Requirements 24 Locker Assignments 25 Locker Room/Lockers/Locks 25 Lunch/Breakfast Program 26 Medication Administration Procedure 26 Nondiscrimination 6 Open Enrollment/Tuition Waiver 27

Parent-School Communication & Conferences 27 Personal Communication Devices 28 Physical Education Excuses 30 Physical Examination 30 Pupil Services 30 School Board Members 3 Religious Beliefs 30 School Fees 30 School and District Performance 31 Shop Rules 31 Student Assessment 31 Student Hazing 31 Student Illness 32 Student Injury 33 Student Planners 33 Student Records 33 Student Rights of Expression 33 Student Support & Intervention 34 Technology Acceptable Use 34 Telephone 34 Textbooks 34 Tobacco 34 Video Surveillance 35 Visitors 35 Volunteerism 35 Water Bottles 35 Weapons 35 Withdrawal from School 36

Appendix - Page 37 - Fennimore Middle School Co-Curricular Code Addendum - Page 44 - COVID-19 and Title IX

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GENERAL INFORMATION

District Administrator MS/HS Principal Assistant Principal Jane Wonderling Boone Tollefson Lisa Wallin-Kapinus

Office Phone Numbers District Office 822-3243 Elementary Office 822-3285 High School Office 822-3245 Bus Garage 822-3111 District Office Fax 822-3250 High School Fax 822-3247 Elementary School Fax 822-3257 School Board Members JoAnn Wiederholt, President Peter Heberlein, Vice-President Margaret Sprague Diane Helms, Clerk Heather Horsfall

Herman Maier Sheila Ruchti, Treasurer Lyle Lang Peter James

Middle School Staff : To reach a staff member dial 822-3245 and the extension listed. Kelly Ahnen Library/Media Spec 3105 Christy Blackburn LMC Aide 3112 Cory Bussan Technology Education 3052 Ryanne Carl Phy Ed/Health 3408 Chad Cleveland Art 3412 Gregg Davis ELA/Math 3005 Tricia Davis EEN 3008 Aisha Durst Instrumental Music 3502 Samantha Goss Business Education 3204 Linda Ihm Math/Science 3001 Carol Jozefowicz Data Specialist 3601 Katie Koestler EEN 3009 Jamie Lathrop Spanish 3304 John Linden Science/Math 3115 Allison Meyer ELA/Social Studies 3002 Kurt Meyer Math/Science 3006 Shelby Mitchell Agriculture/FFA 3205 Nate Myhre Computer Technician 3103 Tom Needham Phy Ed/Health 3306 Renee Nelson Admin Professional 3101 Amy Noble ELA/Social Studies 3004 Lance Olund EEN 3402 James Prochaska Athletic Director 3409

Cassondra Roach Math/Physics 3007 Jonah Roth Guidance 3102 Tonia Schildgen Vocal Music 3504 Chad Steldt Social Studies 3406 Boone Tollefson MS/HS Principal 3100 Paul Volkman Social Studies 3003 Judith Volkmann Math 3308 Lisa Wallin-Kapinus Assistant Principal 3310 Teacher Workroom Rm 409 3106 Food Science Rm 410 3410 Health Room Rm 306 3306 Conference Room Rm 204B 3200 MAINTENANCE / DRIVERS 3303 Jay Millin Jerry Millin Dan Stepanek COOKS Kitchen 3203 Julie Aves Karen Helms Betty Smith Ruth Everson

The following staff members are district-wide and have offices at the elementary building - 822-3285 Krystle Ambort Gifted & Talented Coordinator 2120 Sara Peterson Nurse 2113

Gavin Greenlee Director of EEN Services/ 2273 Psychologist

Shelley Miles Speech & Language 2231

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2020-2021 Bell Schedules

Grades 6 & 7 Bell Schedules

Regular Schedule Early Release Schedule 2-Hour Delay

1st Period 8:00 – 9:09 1st Period 8:00 – 9:09 1st Period 10:00 – 10:52 3rd Period 9:12 – 10:21 3rd Period 9:12 – 10:21 3rd Period 10:55 – 11:48 4th Period 10:24 – 11:09 4th Period 10:24 – 11:09 5M Lunch 11:48 – 12:18 5M Lunch 11:09 – 11:39 5M Lunch 11:09-11:39 5M Class 12:18 – 12:52 5M Class 11:39 – 12:24 5M Class 11:39 – 12:24 6th Period 12:55 – 1:29 6th Period 12:27 – 1:12 6th Period 12:27 – 1:12 4th Period 1:32 - 2:06 RtI Period 1:15 – 1:45 7th Period 1:15 – 2:00 7th Period 2:09– 2:43 7th Period 1:48 – 2:33 8th Period 2:03 – 2:45 8th Period 2:46 – 3:21 8th Period 2:36 – 3:21 No RtI Period No RtI Period

Grades 8-12 Bell Schedules

Regular Schedule Early Release Schedule 2-Hour Delay 1st Period 8:00 – 8:45 1st Period 8:00 – 8:45 1st Period 10:00 - 10:34 2nd Period 8:48 – 9:33 2nd Period 8:48 – 9:33 2nd Period 10:37 – 11:11 3rd Period 9:36 – 10:21 3rd Period 9:36 – 10:21 3rd Period 11:14 – 11:48 4th Period 10:24 – 11:09 4th Period 10:24 – 11:09 5th Period 11:51 – 12:25 5th Period 11:12 – 11:57 5th Period 11:12 - 11:57 6A Lunch 12:25 – 12:55 6A Lunch 11:57 – 12:27 6A Lunch 11:57 – 12:27 6B Class 12:28 – 1:02 6B Class 12:00 – 12:45 6B Class 12:00 – 12:45 6A Class 12:55 – 1:29 6A Class 12:27 – 1:12 6A Class 12:27 – 1:12 6B Lunch 1:02 – 1:32 6B Lunch 12:45 – 1:15 6B Lunch 12:45 – 1:15 4th Period 1:32 - 2:06 RtI Period 1:15 – 1:45 7th Period 1:15 – 2:00 7th Period 2:09 - 2:43 7th Period 1:48 – 2:33 8th Period 2:03 – 2:45 8th Period 2:46 - 3:21 8th Period 2:36 – 3:21 No RtI Period No RtI Period

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CANCELLATION OF SCHOOL When, for any reason, it becomes necessary to cancel school, this information will be posted on our school website and broadcast over the following radio and television stations as early as possible: WDMP 810 AM / 99.3 FM - Dodgeville/Mineral Point KATFM 92.9 FM / KDTH 1370 AM / KGRR 101 FM / KXGE 102 FM / WJOD 103.3 FM / WDBQ 1490 AM/ KLYV 105.3 – Dubuque

WGLR 1280 AM / 97.7 FM / WPVL 1590 AM / KLYV 106.1- Lancaster/Platteville/Dubuque WTSO 1070 AM 100.9 FM / Z104 - Madison WPRE 980 AM / 94.3 FM - Prairie du Chien WKPO 105.9 – Viroqua

Channel 3 (WISC-TV) Madison Channel 15 (WMTV) Madison Channel 27 (WKOW) Madison

Parents and guardians should sign up for Skylert messages in their Family Access Account to receive text messages and email notifications of school cancellations, delays, and other important information. If a parent feels his/her child is at risk of injury due to inclement weather, he/she should keep the child home for the day. Announcements will also be posted to the Fennimore School Facebook pages.

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NONDISCRIMINATION AND ACCESS TO EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY

The Board does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, sex, (including transgender status, change of sex or gender identity), or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability ("Protected Classes") in any of its student program and activities. This policy is intended to support and promote non discriminatory practices in all District and school activities, particularly in the following areas:

A. use of objective bases for admission to any school, class, program, or activity; B. prohibition of harassment towards students and procedures for the investigation of claims (see Policy

5517); C. use of disciplinary authority, including suspension and expulsion authority; D. administration of gifts, bequests, scholarships and other aids, benefits, or services to students from private

agencies, organizations, or persons; E. selection of instructional and library media materials in a nondiscriminatory manner and that reflect the

cultural diversity and pluralistic nature of American society; F. design and implementation of student evaluation practices, materials, and tools, but not at the exclusion of

implementing techniques to meet students' individual needs; G. design and configuration of facilities; H. opportunity for participation in extra-curricular and co-curricular activities, provided that separate

programs for male and female students may be available provided comparable activities are made available to all in terms of type, scope, and District support; and

I. the school lunch program and other school-sponsored food service programs.

Reporting Procedures Students, parents and all other members of the School District community are encouraged to promptly report suspected violations of this policy to a teacher or administrator. Any teacher or administrator who receives such a complaint shall file it with the District’s Compliance Officer at his/her first opportunity. Students who believe they have been denied equal access to District educational opportunities, in a manner inconsistent with this policy may initiate a complaint and the investigation process that is set forth below. Initiating a complaint will not adversely affect the complaining individual's participation in educational or extra-curricular programs unless the complaining individual makes the complaint maliciously or with knowledge that it is false. District Compliance Officers The Board designates the following individuals to serve as the District’s "Compliance Officers" (hereinafter referred to as the "COs"). Boone Tollefson Carmen Burkum Middle/High School Principal Elementary Principal 608-822-3245, ext. 3100 608-822-3285, ext. 2100 510 7th Street, Fennimore, WI 53809

830 Madison Street, Fennimore, WI 53809

tollefsonb@fennimore.K12.wi.us burkumc@fennimore.k12.wi.us A CO will be available during regular school/work hours to discuss concerns related to student discrimination in educational opportunities under this policy. See school district policy #2260 for more information.

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ACADEMIC AND CAREER PLANNING Students at Fennimore High School engage in Academic and Career Planning during the school year at each grade level. The purpose of this planning is to educate students and their families as to the choices they should make as students during the scheduling process. Knowledge of a student’s interests and pathways is essential to taking advantage of the many opportunities available in this Course of Studies. For further information, parents and guardians are encouraged to take advantage of the Parent Portal in Xello, which our students utilize to measure their interest in the various career clusters. Opportunities for sign-up and training are offered throughout the year. For more information, please consult with the school guidance counselor, Jonah Roth. ALLERGY AWARE SCHOOL Fennimore Community School District is an allergy aware school district. We want to alert you to the fact that we have students in our schools that have food allergies including peanut or tree nut allergies. Exposure to peanuts or tree nuts may cause a severe and/or life-threatening allergic reaction that may require emergency treatment. We are asking for your help to provide a safe school environment and reduce the chance of allergic reactions. Please be mindful as you plan lunches and talk with your student about not sharing snacks or lunches brought from home. A nut-free table is designated in the cafeteria to reduce the risk of exposure for students who possess an allergy to peanut and or tree nut products.

Due to COVID-19, students will not be able to bring birthday or class treats to school at this time. Treats can not be eaten on the way home on the bus. Due to student allergies in the Middle and High School, all food must be consumed in either the Commons or Food Science Room (room 3410). Food may not be brought to classrooms or consumed in classrooms.

ANIMALS IN SCHOOL - School Board Policy 8390 Non-Service Animals in Schools and Elsewhere on District Property Animals permitted in schools and elsewhere on District property shall be limited to those necessary to support specific curriculum- related projects and activities, those that provide assistance to a student or staff member due to a disability (e.g., seizure disorder), or those that serve as service animals as required by Federal and State law. Taking into consideration that some animals can cause or exacerbate allergic reactions, spread bacterial infections, or cause damage and create a hazard if they escape from confinement, the Principal may permit non-service animals to be present in classrooms to support curriculum-related projects and activities only under the following conditions:

A. the staff member seeking approval to have a non-service animal in his/her classroom shall: 1. provide a current satisfactory health certificate or report of examination from a veterinarian for

the animal, if required by applicable law or ordinance; 2. take precautions deemed necessary to protect the health and safety of students and other staff; 3. ensure that the animal is treated humanely, keeping it in a healthy condition and in appropriate

housing (e.g., a cage or tank) that is properly cleaned and maintained; 4. keep the surrounding areas in a clean and sanitary condition at all times; and

B. other staff members and parents of students in areas potentially affected by animals have been notified in writing and adjustments have been made to accommodate verified health-related or other concerns.

Except where required by law, the presence of a non-service animal shall be disallowed if documented health concerns of a student or staff member cannot be accommodated.

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ATTENDANCE - School Board Policy 5200 Middle School students must be in the classroom by 8:00 AM and remain in school until dismissal in order to be counted as present for the full day. Unexpected absences should be phoned in to the school by 8:00 AM on the day of the absence. State law requires the Board of Education to enforce the regular attendance of students. Further, the Board recognizes that the District's educational program is predicated upon the presence of the student and requires continuity of instruction and classroom participation. The regular contact of students with one another in the classroom and their participation in a well-planned instructional activity under the tutelage of a competent teacher are vital to this purpose. All children between six (6) and eighteen (18) years of age shall attend school regularly during the full period and hours, religious holidays excepted, that the school in which the child is enrolled is in session until the end of the term, quarter, or semester of the school year in which the child becomes eighteen (18) years of age, unless they fall under an exception under State law, this policy, or administrative guideline issued under this policy. A child who is enrolled in five (5) year-old kindergarten shall attend school regularly, religious holidays excepted, during the full period and hours that kindergarten is in session until the end of the school term. Parent Notification of Absence Required The District Administrator shall require, from the parent of each student or from an adult student, who has been absent for any reason a written notification stating the reason for the absence and the time period covered by the absence. The Board reserves the right to verify such statements and to investigate the cause of each:

A. single absence; or B. prolonged absence; or C. repeated unexplained absence and tardiness.

School Attendance Officer The District Administrator shall designate an administrator at each school to be the School Attendance Officer. The School Attendance Officer shall perform any duties and responsibilities s/he is required to perform by State law, this policy, and any administrative guidelines issued by the school. The duties of the School Attendance Officer shall include, but not be limited to, the following.

A. Determining daily from attendance reports submitted by teachers which students enrolled in the school are absent from school and whether the absence is excused.

B. Submitting to the District Administrator, on or before August 1st of each year, a report of the number of students enrolled in the school who were absent in the previous year and whether the absences were excused. The District Administrator shall then submit this information to the State Superintendent.

C. Providing student attendance information to individuals and agencies for purposes authorized by State law and the Board's Policy 8330 - Student Records.

Excused Absences As required under State law, a student shall be excused from school for the following reasons:

A. Physical or Mental Condition The student is temporarily not in proper physical or mental condition to attend a school program.

B. Obtaining Religious Instruction To enable the student to obtain religious instruction outside the school during the required school period (see Policy 5223 - Absences for Religious Instruction).

C. Permission of Parent The student has been excused by his/her parent before the absence for any or no reason. A student may

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not be excused for more than ten (10) days per school year under this paragraph and must complete any course work missed during the absence.

D. Religious Holiday For observance of a religious holiday consistent with the student's creed or belief.

E. Suspension or Expulsion The student has been suspended or expelled.

F. Program or Curriculum Modification The Board has excused the student from regular school attendance to participate in a program or curriculum modification leading to high school graduation or a high school equivalency diploma as provided by State law.

G. High School Equivalency – Secured Facilities The Board has excused a student from regular school attendance to participate in a program leading to a high school equivalency diploma in a secured correctional facility, a secured child caring institution, a secure detention facility, or a juvenile portion of a county jail, and the student and his/her parent agrees that the student will continue to participate in such a program.

H. Child at Risk The student is a "child at risk" as defined under State law and is participating in a program at a technical college on either a part‑time or full-time basis leading to high school graduation, as provided under State law.

A student may be excused from school, as determined by the School Attendance Officer, or his/her designee, for quarantine of the student's home by a public health officer. Unexcused Absences Unexcused absences demonstrate a deliberate disregard for the educational program and are considered a serious matter. The District Administrator shall develop guidelines to address unexcused absences. Late Arrival and Early Dismissal It is necessary that a student is in attendance throughout the school day in order to benefit fully from the educational program of the District. The Board recognizes, however, that from time-to-time compelling circumstances require that a student be late to school or dismissed before the end of the school day. As agent responsible for the education of the children of this District, the Board shall require that the school be notified in advance, if possible, of such absences by written request of the student's parent, who shall state the reason for the tardiness or early dismissal. Justifiable reasons shall be determined by the building administrator. No student who has a medical disability which may be incapacitating may be released without a person to accompany him/her. No student shall be released to anyone who is not authorized such custody by the parents. Truancy Plan The Board will issue a Truancy Plan based upon the recommendations of the County Truancy Committee convened under State law, the Board's policies and procedures, and applicable provisions of State law. The Board will review and, if appropriate, revise the Truancy Plan at least once every two (2) years. The Truancy Plan will include, at a minimum, the following:

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A. procedures to be followed for notifying the parents of the unexcused absences of a student who is truant or a habitual truant and for meeting and conferring with such parents

B. plans and procedures for identifying truant children of all ages and returning them to school, including the identity of school personnel to whom a truant child shall be returned

C. methods to increase and maintain public awareness of and involvement in responding to truancy within the School District

D. a provision addressing the immediate response to be made by school personnel when a truant child is returned to school

E. the types of truancy cases to be referred to the District Attorney and the time periods within which the District Attorney will respond to and take action on the referrals

F. plans and procedures to coordinate the responses to the problems of habitual truants, as defined under Sec. 118.16(1)(a), Wis. Stats., with public and private social services agencies

G. methods to involve the truant child's parent in dealing with and solving the child's truancy problem

A student will be considered truant if s/he is absent part or all of one (1) or more days from school during which the School Attendance Officer, principal, or a teacher has not been notified of the legal cause of such absence by the parent of the absent student. A student who is absent intermittently for the purpose of defeating the intent of the Wisconsin Compulsory Attendance Statute Sec. 118.15, Wis. Stats. will also be considered truant. A student will be considered a habitual truant if s/he is absent from school without an acceptable excuse for part or all of five (5) or more days on which school is held during a school semester. Notice of Truancy The School Attendance Officer shall notify a truant student's parent of the student's truancy and direct the parent to return the student to school no later than the next day on which school is in session or to provide an excuse for the absence. The notice under this paragraph shall be given before the end of the second school day after receiving a report of an unexcused absence. The notice may be made by electronic communication, personal contact, telephone call or 1st class mail and a written record of this notice shall be kept. This notice must be given every time a student is truant until the student becomes a habitual truant. Notice of Habitual Truancy When a student initially becomes a habitual truant, the School Attendance Officer shall provide a notice to the student's parent, by registered or certified mail, or by 1st class mail. The School Attendance Officer may simultaneously notify the parent of the habitually truant student by an electronic communication., The notice must contain the following:

A. a statement of the parent's responsibility under State law to cause the student to attend school regularly B. a statement that the parent or student may request program or curriculum modifications for the student

under State law and that the student may be eligible for enrollment in a program for children at risk C. a request that the parent meet with the appropriate school personnel to discuss the student's truancy

-The notice shall include the name of the school personnel with whom the parent should meet, a date, time, and place for the meeting and the name, address, and telephone number of a person to contact to arrange a different date, time, or place. The date for the meeting shall be within five (5) school days after the date that the notice is sent, except that with the consent of the student's parent the date for the meeting may be extended for an additional five (5) school days.

D. a statement of the penalties, under State law or local ordinances that may be imposed on the parent if s/he fails to cause the child to attend school regularly as required by State law

The School Attendance Officer will also continue to notify the parent of a habitual truant's subsequent unexcused

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absences. Referral to the District Attorney Truancy cases will be referred to the District Attorney as provided in the County Truancy Committee Plan. The School Attendance Officer will ensure that appropriate school personnel has done the following before any case is referred to the District Attorney:

A. met with the student's parent to discuss the student's truancy or attempted to meet with the student's parent and received no response or were refused

B. provided an opportunity for educational counseling to the student to determine whether a change in the student's curriculum would resolve the student's truancy and have curriculum modifications under State law

C. evaluated the student to determine whether learning problems may be a cause of the student's truancy and, if so, have taken steps to overcome the learning problems, except that the student need not be evaluated if tests administered to the student within the previous year indicate that the student is performing at his/her grade level

D. conducted an evaluation to determine whether social problems may be a cause of the student's truancy and, if so, have taken appropriate action or made appropriate referrals

Note that paragraph A. is not required if the meeting between school personnel, the student, and the student's parent, which was requested in the Notice of Habitual Truancy to the parent, did not occur within ten (10) school days after the Notice was sent. Paragraphs B., C., and D. are not required if appropriate school personnel were unable to carry out the activity due to the student's absences from school. Make-up Course Work and Examinations Students who are absent from school, whether the absence was excused or unexcused, shall be permitted to make-up course work and examinations missed during the absence when they return to school. It is the student's responsibility to contact his/her teachers to determine what course work and examinations must be made-up. Teachers shall have the discretion to assign substitute course work and examinations. Teachers shall also have the discretion to specify where and when examinations and course work shall be completed, including outside regular school hours. The time for completing the work shall be commensurate with the length of the absence, unless extended by the principal based upon extenuating circumstances. BACKPACKS Due to COVID-19, students will be allowed to use backpacks during the day for the 2020-2021 school year only in order to prevent congregating around lockers. Backpacks left in hallways or unattended in other areas is not allowed and they will be confiscated. BEHAVIOR AND DISCIPLINE - School Board Policies 5500, 5511, 5610 Respect for law and for those persons in authority shall be expected of all students. This includes conformity to school rules as well as general provisions of law regarding minors. Respect for the rights of others, consideration of their privileges, and cooperative citizenship shall also be expected of all members of the school community. Respect for real and personal property; pride in one's work; achievement within the range of one's ability; and exemplary personal standards of courtesy, decency, and honesty should be maintained in the schools of this District.

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Discipline The Board of Education acknowledges that conduct is closely related to learning and that an effective instructional program requires an orderly school environment, which is, in part, reflected in the behavior of students. The Board believes that the best discipline is self-imposed and that students should learn to assume responsibility for their own behavior and the consequences of their actions. The Board shall require each student of this District to adhere to the Code of Conduct promulgated by the administration and to submit to such disciplinary measures as are appropriately assigned for infraction of those rules. Such rules shall require that students:

A. conform to reasonable standards of socially-acceptable behavior; B. respect the person and property of others; C. preserve the degree of order necessary to the educational program in which they are engaged; D. respect the rights of others; E. obey constituted authority and respond to those who hold that authority.

The Principal, Assistant Principal, or their designee shall apply consequences for infractions of the rules which shall:

A. relate in kind and degree to the infraction; B. help the student learn to take responsibility for his/her actions; C. be directed, where possible, to reduce the effects of any harm which may have been caused by the

student's misconduct.

The Principal, Assistant Principal, or designee shall have the authority to assign discipline to students, subject to the student's due process right to notice, hearing, and appeal.

Teachers and other employees of this Board having responsibility for the supervision of students shall have the authority to apply consequences to control the misconduct of students. Serious student misconduct shall be reported to the District Administrator for further action in all situations and in all places where such students are within the jurisdiction of this Board when such conduct interferes with the educational program of the schools or threatens the health and safety of others. Detention Teacher Detentions:

1. Teachers are to administer disciplinary measures resulting from incidents in their own classrooms and study halls. A Disciplinary Referral Form should be completed by the teacher each time detention is issued. Teachers should also record the referral in EdHandbook.

2. A student is to begin serving detention no later than the day following the receipt of the detention, unless special arrangements are made.

3. Teachers are to enforce detentions given in the classroom. If a student fails to serve the detention in the allotted time, the teacher will contact the parent.

4. If the student still does not serve the teacher detention within one week after the parent has been notified, the teacher will turn the detention over to the office where the detention will be doubled. If the detention is not served in a timely manner as prescribed by the principal or assistant principal the student will be assigned an in-school suspension.

Students with teacher detentions may not be exempted from final exams in that teacher's class. Office Detentions:

1. Students are to be assigned to detentions through the office for: 12

a. Administrative detentions: truancy [make up time missed] and tardy. Any student who receives 5

office tardies per semester will serve an in-school suspension. b. Detentions for non-classroom behavioral incidents (halls, cafeteria, school grounds, etc [20 min])

2. One detention [20 minutes] must be served each day, beginning no later than the day following the receipt of the detention, until the record is cleared.

3. Students are to report to the designated area with sufficient working materials. 4. Detentions start at 3:25 p.m. in the office and last until completed or 4 p.m. Students may also serve

detentions in the office before school or over the lunch period. 5. The office will inform a student of the administrative detention. 6. Students can be excused from detention only with permission of the principal or assistant principal. 7. If the detention is not served within the guidelines listed above, the student will be assigned an

in-school suspension. Students with office detentions not served by the start of semester exams may not be exempted from any

exams and must serve during the first exam period in which they don’t have an exam.. Disciplinary Infractions and Guidelines School-wide Guidelines The following unacceptable behaviors have been identified as "absolutes" and will not be tolerated in any school setting including gymnasium, athletic fields, buses, classrooms, etc.

1. Destruction of property/stealing 2. Deliberate harm to another. 3. Sexual/Racial, or other forms of harassment or taunting. 4. Possession of any type of weapon, such as pocket knife or other knives, toy or real guns, numb-chucks,

etc. 5. Deliberate endangerment of self through inappropriate use of equipment, rocks, and sticks and wood

chips, or leaving the premises. 6. Excessive physical contact, i.e. tackle football, play fighting/wrestling, etc. 7. Chronic insolence or disrespect to supervising adults. 8. Use/possession of alcohol and/or drugs. 9. Serious classroom disruptions. 10. Foul language.

Identified behaviors will be addressed by prompt action which may include: ● Removal from the setting ● Referral to the Principal, Assistant Principal, or their designee ● Detention ● Referral to police

Referral to Principal, Assistant Principal, or their Designee When a child is referred to the principal for discipline, the child and the principal collaborate on a plan for subsequent success and restitution (fixing the problem). This generally includes:

1. Written and/or verbal contact with parent. 2. Plan for restitution. 3. Temporary suspension from activities and/or the classroom, and/or school.

Extreme or repeated misconduct or misbehavior may result in: 1. In-school detention or suspension 2. Referral to police 3. Out-of-school suspension (1-10 days per school board policy 5610) 4. Expulsion (per school board policy 5610)

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Parents are always encouraged to dialogue with their children’s teachers and with the principal whenever there is a concern regarding behavior and/or consequences. In addition to these general behavior guidelines, Fennimore Community School Board policy #5610 more specifically defines the conditions under which a student may be suspended or expelled from school. Student Dress Personal Appearance - Pride in personal appearance has always been characteristic of Fennimore High School students. In general, students should not dress in a manner that is attention getting or distracting to the educational atmosphere of the school. Clothing worn to school should not violate the rules of decency, offend others, promote unsafe or illegal activities, or detract from the educational process. When the dress of an individual constitutes a health problem, seems to be unsuitable for school wear, is a physical danger to any person, or when the student’s manner of dress or grooming causes disruption or disturbance, the teacher and/or principal shall take appropriate action to correct the situation. Brief & revealing clothing: Students must recognize that brief and revealing clothing are not appropriate apparel in school. The following guidelines on brief clothing are examples and do not cover all situations. 1. Students are to be dressed in neat appearing and clean clothing. 2. Students shall not wear halter-tops, garments with spaghetti straps, or strapless garments. 3. Garments that are “see-through”, cut low, or expose one’s midriff, back, or upper leg are not acceptable. If arms are lifted over the head and the midriff is exposed, it is too short. 4. Sleeveless garments and tank tops must fit closely under the arms. 5. Undergarments must not be visible. Sagging Pants: Students shall not wear pants that, when fastened, sag or fit below the waist. All pants must fit around the waist and be properly fastened. Headwear: Students shall not wear hats, caps, bandanas, hoods, or other headwear in the district buildings. Clothing with Messages: Students shall not wear clothing items that contain messages that: 1. are vulgar, sexual, offensive, obscene, or libelous; 2. denigrate others on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, or disability; 3. promote alcohol, tobacco, drug use or violence; 4. are otherwise contrary to the school’s educational mission. Other attire: 1. Bulky jackets and vests, that are specifically designed to be worn outdoors, are not permitted in the classroom. 2. Bare feet are not permitted. 3. Chains and any other jewelry that can be hazardous in certain situations are strictly prohibited. 4. Backpacks and large carrying bags are not permitted to be carried from class to class. They must be kept in the student’s locker. Student Searches - School Board Policy 5771 The Board of Education has charged school authorities with the responsibility of safeguarding the safety and well-being of the students in their care. In the discharge of that responsibility, school authorities may search school property such as lockers used by students or the person or property, including vehicles, of a student, in accordance with school board policy 5771.

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Due Process Procedures for Concerned Parents Occasionally parents find themselves concerned over a school service or procedure. Communication between home and school can be enhanced if parents are aware of the course of action that can be followed. For parents who wish to discuss their concerns, the following procedures are recommended:

1. If the concern is with a teacher and/or classroom service, a conference with the teacher should be scheduled at a mutually convenient time. The matter should be discussed openly and frankly.

2. If resolution cannot be reached in a conference with the teacher, the matter should then be discussed with the principal. In some cases the teacher may be requested to be present at the conference. In some situations the principal may request parents to submit their concern in writing.

3. Most concerns can be resolved at the local school level. However, if further steps become necessary, parents may contact the superintendent. The school principal may be a part of any discussion with parents resulting from a central office contact.

4. If necessary, concerns may be taken to the Board of Education. If a parent feels it is necessary to take a concern to the Board level, this may be done by written communication to the District Administrator or the Board of Education.

A parent may need to communicate with other employees in the school organization if the problem is not a classroom concern. Examples would be related to food services, special education matters, or transportation issues. These can be referred to the administrator and/or employee responsible for the specific area. Interviews (Student) - School Board Policy 5540 The Board of Education is committed to maintaining the educational atmosphere of the schools and restricting access by individuals not part of the school system but also recognizes its responsibility to cooperate with law enforcement agencies and its need for assistance from law enforcement in certain circumstances. When law enforcement requests permission to interview a student at school, the District Administrator or building administrator shall be contacted prior to any further action by law enforcement. The administrator shall determine whether it is appropriate to provide access to the student based on the officer's purpose, whether the officer has stated that there is an emergency involving imminent threat, or that the officer is in possession of a valid warrant. A warrant shall be deemed valid if executed by a judicial officer and describes the school premises. If law enforcement is contacted by the administration for assistance, administration shall maintain the lead role in the investigation and shall be present or contact a parent to be present for any interview to the extent reasonable. When an agency requests permission to remove a student, or does remove a student without prior permission, the building administrator shall notify the District Administrator. Law enforcement investigations on school premises fall into two (2) primary categories. First, some investigations will occur at the request of school administration due to suspicion of a violation of school policy that may also be criminal. Second, law enforcement investigations may occur without the initiation of school officials and may or may not involve activity on school grounds. Different procedures are to be followed in each instance as outlined below: By law enforcement personnel, on request of school authorities An administrator may exercise his/her discretion in determining whether to request assistance of law enforcement in investigating a crime, or allegation of a crime, committed in his/her school building or school grounds during school hours. If assistance is so requested, it shall be directed to the local law enforcement agency and the administration shall remain the primary investigator with assistance from law enforcement. When determining

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whether to contact law enforcement, a school administrator shall consider the mandatory reporting requirements of Section 48.981 in the event the allegations involve suspected child abuse or neglect. If the administrator requests assistance, a law enforcement officer may conduct an investigation within the school building and interview students as witnesses in school during the school day. Administrators shall take steps to assure that students are not removed from classes if at all possible. The administrator shall be present during the interview unless the law enforcement officer, student or his/her parent requests that the school official not be present. The student may request other representation such as legal counsel. If a student requests legal counsel, the administrator will make an effort to contact the parent(s) and the student will be put in custody of the law enforcement agency. The administrator shall attempt to contact the parent(s) of any student prior to questioning by law enforcement. A decision whether to take a student into custody is the decision of the law enforcement officer. If the investigation focuses on a particular student as a prime suspect of crime, the administrator and the law enforcement officer shall abide by the guidelines with respect to any interrogation, search and arrest. Once law enforcement is involved in an investigation of possible criminal activity on school grounds, assuring that the constitutionally protected rights are respected during the investigation process is the law enforcement officers' responsibility. School officials shall assist and cooperate in investigations as requested by law enforcement and consistent with District responsibility to maintain the confidentiality of student records under State and Federal law. By law enforcement personnel without request of school authorities Law enforcement officers will be asked to make every effort to interview students outside of the school hours and outside of the school setting in those cases where assistance has not been requested by school authorities. This procedure will not apply to circumstances where a serious crime may be involved, or where imminent threats to persons or property may be involved or where law enforcement states that it is not feasible to interview the student outside of school due to the nature of the investigation and that they are not able to provide specific information substantiating the need to immediately interview the student. If law enforcement deems it absolutely necessary to interview a student at school, the law enforcement personnel shall first contact the administrator regarding the planned visit and inform the administrator of the circumstances that require him/her to investigate within the school and obtain his/her approval to interview a student during school hours. The police officer shall not commence his/her investigation until such approval is obtained. The law enforcement personnel may appeal to the District Administrator if it is deemed that approval was unreasonably withheld. The administrator shall make every effort to maintain the privacy of the student. Accordingly, the administrator shall do the following: Request that every attempt be made to schedule questioning during a time the student is not in class. Request that the student be pulled out of class by a school administrator, rather than a police officer, if necessary. Notify the law enforcement officer that the school official will attempt to contact the student's parent(s) prior to questioning, unless specifically requested not to because such contact would unduly impede the investigation. If law enforcement officer is in possession of a valid warrant, school officials shall in no way interfere with the officer's execution of the warrant. A warrant shall be considered "valid" if it accurately describes the school

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facility and is executed by an authorized judicial official. District officials shall not attempt to evaluate the sufficiency of probable cause upon which the warrant is based. In the event a law enforcement officer seeks to execute a warrant on school grounds, the officer is to be directed to building administration. The administration shall attempt to assist in executing the warrant by directing the student to report to the office. The school administration shall then (1) contact the student's parent if the student is a minor; and (2) contact the District Administrator. This process shall be followed unless the law enforcement official states that s/he has reason to believe that the subject of the warrant poses an immediate threat to the health and safety of others while in the school. In such a case, school officials shall grant access to the facility for execution of the warrant. BUILDING HOURS 7:30-3:45 Students must leave the building by 3:45 p.m. unless involved in an after school activity or supervised by a staff member. Similarly, students should not arrive at school prior to 7:30 a.m. unless involved in a before school activity or practice and are supervised by a staff member. BULLYING/HARASSMENT - School Board Policy 5517 and 5517.01 "Bullying” Bullying is deliberate or intentional behavior using word or actions, intended to cause fear, intimidation, or harm. Bullying may be a repeated behavior and involves an imbalance of power. Furthermore, it may be serious enough to negatively impact a student's educational, physical, or emotional well being. The behavior may be motivated by an actual or perceived distinguishing characteristic, such as, but not limited to: age; national origin; race; ethnicity; religion; gender; gender identity; sexual orientation; physical attributes; physical or mental ability or disability; and social, economic, or family status; however this type of prohibited bullying behavior need not be based on any of those particular or other particular characteristics. It includes, but is not necessarily limited to such behaviors as stalking, cyberbullying, intimidating, menacing, coercing, name-calling, taunting, making threats, and hazing. "Cyberbullying" – the use of information and communication technologies such as e-mail, cell phone and pager text messages, instant messaging (IM), defamatory personal web sites, and defamatory online personal polling websites, to support deliberate, repeated, and hostile behavior by an individual or group, that is intended to harm others." "Harassment" includes, but is not limited to, any act which subjects an individual or group to unwanted, abusive behavior of a nonverbal, verbal, written or physical nature on the basis of sex, (including transgender status, change of sex, or gender identity), race, color, national origin, religion, creed, ancestry, marital or parental status, sexual orientation or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability, or any other characteristic protected by Federal or State civil rights laws. “Sexual Harassment” consists of unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, sexually motivated physical conduct or other verbal or physical conduct or communication of a sexual nature. Complaint Procedures Any student that believes s/he has been or is the victim of bullying should immediately report the situation to the building principal or assistant principal, or the District Administrator. The student may also report concerns to a teacher or counselor who will be responsible for notifying the appropriate administrator or Board official. Complaints against the building principal should be filed with the District Administrator. Complaints against the District Administrator should be filed with the Board President. Every student is encouraged to report any situation that they believe to be bullying behavior directed toward a student. Reports may be made to those identified above. All school staff members and school officials who observe or become aware of acts of bullying are required to

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report these acts to the building principal or assistant principal, or the District Administrator. Reports of bullying may be made verbally or in writing and may be made confidentially. All such reports, whether verbal or in writing, will be taken seriously and a clear account of the incident is to be documented. A written record of the report, including all pertinent details, will be made by the recipient of the report. All complaints about behavior that may violate this policy shall be investigated promptly by the building principal. The staff member who is investigating the report of bullying shall interview the victim(s) of the alleged bullying and collect whatever other information is necessary to determine the facts and the seriousness of the report. If, during an investigation of a reported act of bullying in accordance with this Policy, the principal determines that the reported misconduct may have created a hostile learning environment and may have constituted harassment based on sex (transgender status, change of sex, or gender identity), race, color, national origin, religion, creed, ancestry, marital or parental status, sexual orientation or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability, or any other characteristic protected by Federal or state civil rights laws, the principal will report the act of bullying to one of the Compliance Officers who shall assume responsibility to investigate the allegation in accordance with Policy 5517 – Student Anti- Harassment. Parents of each student involved in the bullying report will be notified prior to the conclusion of the investigation. The District shall maintain the confidentiality of the report and any related student records to the extent required by law. If the investigation finds that bullying has occurred, it will result in prompt and appropriate remedial and/or disciplinary action. This may include student discipline, including, but not limited to reprimand, suspension, or possible expulsion. Further, the result of an investigation that finds that bullying has occurred may result in discharge for employees, exclusion for parents, guests, volunteers, and contractors, and removal from any official position and/or a request to resign for Board members. Individuals may also be referred to law enforcement officials. The complainant shall be notified of the findings of the investigation, and as appropriate, that remedial action has been taken. This policy shall not be interpreted to infringe upon the First Amendment rights of students (i.e., to prohibit a reasoned and civil exchange of opinions, or debate, that is conducted at appropriate times and places during the school day and is protected by State or Federal law). Retaliation against any person who reports, is thought to have reported, files a complaint, or otherwise participates in an investigation or inquiry concerning allegations of bullying is prohibited and will not be tolerated. Such retaliation shall be considered a serious violation of Board policy and independent of whether a complaint is substantiated. Suspected retaliation should be reported in the same manner as bullying. Making intentionally false reports about bullying for the purpose of getting someone in trouble is similarly prohibited and will not be tolerated. Retaliation and intentionally making a false report may result in disciplinary action as indicated above. If a student or other individual believes there has been bullying, regardless of whether it fits a particular definition, s/he should report it and allow the administration to determine the appropriate course of action. Privacy/Confidentiality The School District will respect the privacy of the complainant, the individual(s) against who the complaint is filed, and the witnesses as much as possible, consistent with the Board’s legal obligations to investigate, to inform

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parents, to take appropriate action, and to conform with any discovery or disclosure obligations. All records generated under this policy and its related administrative guidelines shall be maintained as confidential to the extent permitted by law. To the extent appropriate in conducting a thorough investigation and/or as legally permitted, confidentiality will be maintained during the investigation process. BUS LOADING/UNLOADING AND WALKING STUDENTS Buses unload and load on the South side of the building in the morning and afternoon. Students should proceed to the main entrance of the school by the Middle and High School office. Walking students are expected to exercise extreme care when coming to and leaving school. Students must use the sidewalks and crosswalks. Cutting through the bus loading area is dangerous and not allowed. Walking students should refrain from walking on lawns of adjacent properties to the school when coming to or leaving school. BUS PROCEDURES/GUIDELINES It is the policy of the Board of Education to provide transportation for those students, of any age, whose distance from their school makes this service necessary within the limitations established by State law and the regulations of the Department of Public Instruction or other appropriate agency.

A. The Fennimore Community School District will transport currently enrolled students and assigned for curricular and co-curricular programs. Students and assigned chaperones are the only persons authorized to be transported by district school buses.

B. Students who wish to participate in curricular and co-curricular programs requiring transportation shall utilize district transportation services. If a student will be riding home from a school event, they must provide the adult in charge of the event a signed written permission from their parent/guardian.

C. Transportation of eligible students with exceptional educational needs shall be arranged through the use of District-owned vehicles, through cooperation with other districts, through commercial carriers, and/or by other means in the most efficient and economical manner.

School Bus Rider Responsibilities A. The same behavioral expectations are held for students on the school bus and at bus stops as at school. B. Some situations are unique to the bus:

a. No eating or drinking is allowed on daily bus routes. b. Be on time at the designated school bus stop - keep the bus on schedule. c. Do not move toward the bus at the school loading zone until the bus has been brought to a

complete stop. d. Keep the hands, head, and objects inside the bus at all times after entering and until leaving the

bus. e. In the event of a road emergency, remain in the bus until directed to do otherwise by the bus

driver. Cross the road when necessary after getting off the bus at least ten feet in front of the bus, but only after checking to be sure no traffic is approaching and after receiving the sign from the driver.

f. Bus riders are not permitted to leave the bus except at regular bus stops unless written authority has been give in advance by the parents to school officials.

g. Students must have written permission from parents and school to ride a different bus or get off at a different bus stop.

h. Due to limited capacity on buses during the 20-21 school year, we ask that the parents/guardians give the school as much notice as possible for transportation changes. In the event that multiple riders (4 or more) are going to the same address for an event, please

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provide a one week notice.

Transportation privileges may be revoked if the student's conduct is in violation of the District Administrator's administrative guidelines or the Code of Conduct pertaining to student transportation. Such revocation shall be in accordance with statutorily-required procedures. CONCUSSIONS A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury. Concussions occur when there is a forceful blow to the head or body that results in rapid movement of the head and causes any change in behavior, thinking, or physical functioning. Concussions are not limited to situations involving loss of consciousness. Some symptoms of a concussion include headache, nausea, confusion, memory difficulties, dizziness, blurred vision, anxiety, difficulty concentrating, and difficulty sleeping. Each school year students/parents shall be provided with an information sheet regarding concussion and head injury. If a student is going to participate in an activity where a concussive event may occur, they shall be provided with an information sheet regarding concussion and head injury and the appropriate release must be signed at least once per school year. Further, parents who inform coaches and teachers that their child is being treated by a healthcare professional for a concussion must provide written clearance from that healthcare professional for full or limited participation in class, practice, activity, or competition. Prior to receiving written clearance from a healthcare professional, students who have sustained a concussion may not participate in any school-related physical activities. DANCES Fennimore Middle School students are not allowed to attend Fennimore High School dances (Prom and Homecoming) unless accompanied by a parent for the duration of the event. DRUG ABUSE PREVENTION The administration and staff recognize that the misuse of drugs is a serious problem with legal, physical, and social implications for the entire school community. The use, possession, concealment, or distribution of any drug, drug look-alike and any drug-paraphernalia at any time on school property or at any school‑related event is prohibited. Disciplinary sanctions, up to and including expulsion and referral for prosecution, will be imposed on students who violate the school's drug abuse guidelines. Board of Education Policies 5500 and 5530. EARLY DISMISSAL/EMERGENCY CLOSING OF SCHOOL If because of weather it becomes necessary during the course of the school day to dismiss students before the usual dismissal time, five key points are emphasized:

1. See page 5 for notification information. 2. Parents are to make sure all family members are aware of what to do in case of early dismissal.

3. Parents should contact all persons who should know that you depend upon them to care for your child. 4. Inform the school office of any factors you feel should be known if an early dismissal occurs. 5. Students should return home by their usual means of transportation. When a student fails to ride the regular bus home, it shall be the parent's responsibility to provide a method of transportation from school to home.

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activities and the need for reasonably safe conditions for travel to and from school the following shall apply to after school activities:

1. When school is closed due to inclement weather prior to the buses making their morning pick-up the following shall prevail:

a) No activities will be scheduled prior to 12:00 o'clock noon. b) When weather conditions improve prior to 12:00 o'clock noon, the building principal shall confer

with the district administrator and provide notice to the co-curricular activities coordinator(s) whether an afternoon activity could be scheduled.

2. When school is closed due to inclement weather after school has commenced, no school-sponsored activity shall continue for the remainder of that day. 3. The building principal shall confer with the district administrator to determine whether scheduled

evening activities could be held and provide appropriate notice of the same. EMERGENCY DRILLS As required by State law, Fennimore High School will schedule a Fire Drill each month that school is in session. Students should quietly follow the instructions of their teacher/supervisor. Tornado and Emergency Weather drills will be scheduled twice during the school year, once in the Fall and once in the Spring. Students should walk quietly and listen for instructions from their teacher. Upon reaching their protection area students should sit in a tuck position with their head between their legs and their hands behind their head. Stay in the tuck position until the ALL CLEAR signal is given. FLAG AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - School Board Policy 8800 The United States flag shall be displayed at each school during school hours and in each classroom. The Pledge of Allegiance or the National Anthem is offered in grades 1-12 each school day. No student shall be compelled against his/her objections or those of his/her parents or guardians to recite the Pledge of Allegiance or sing the National Anthem. GRADING It shall be the policy of Fennimore Community Schools to evaluate pupil achievement in grades Pre K-12 based on the Wisconsin Common Core Standards and the Wisconsin Model Academic Standards. An Incomplete will be given when course requirements are not met within the designated time. Work not completed or not excused within two weeks following the end of the grading period will receive a failing grade. In some cases, curriculum will be modified to address student needs. In these cases, parents will be consulted and modified grading will be noted on report cards. Grades should reflect the student's progress toward the standards in each subject area. Letter grades of A, B, C, D, and F with a plus or minus will be used for most courses in grades 6-8. Some specialized courses will be graded on a pass/fail basis.

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All classes that utilize a letter grade at Fennimore Middle School will follow this scale:

Grade Mark High Low A 100.00% 93.00% A- 92.99% 90.00% B+ 89.99% 87.00% B 86.99% 83.00% B- 82.99% 80.00% C+ 79.99% 77.00% C 76.99% 73.00% C- 72.99% 70.00% D+ 69.99% 67.00% D 66.99% 63.00% D- 62.99% 60.00% F 59.99% 0.00%

The following system will be used to compute grade point averages (GPA) under this scale:

A = 4.00 A- = 3.67 B+ = 3.33 B = 3.00 B- = 2.67 C+ = 2.33

C = 2.00 C- = 1.67 D+ = 1.33 D = 1.00 D- = .67 F = 0.00 Grade Change Requests A student enrolled in the District may seek changes in quarter and/or semester grades provided the following criteria are met and using the following procedure. The School Board recognized that teachers are the best evaluators of students in their classes and are best suited to determine grading criteria.

In order for a semester or quarter grade to be modified, the student must prove the following:

1. That a test grade, assignment grade or other grade recorded in the teacher's grade book was not correctly recorded and that such error resulted in an incorrect quarter grade or semester grade; or

2. That an incorrect grade was given on a test, assignment or other activity recorded in a teacher's grade book which error resulted in an incorrect quarter grade or semester grade; or

3. That a grade was given in disregard of or for reasons other than a teacher's own grading criteria. Requests for changes in quarter or semester grades shall be made using the following procedures:

1. The student and/or the student's parent or guardian shall obtain a request form from the appropriate school district office. The form must be completed in its entirety and returned to the office within ten (10) school days after the end of the quarter or semester in which the grade being challenged was received. In the event a request form is submitted to the principal by a requester which is not complete, the form will be returned to the requester for completion. Submittal of an incomplete form will extend the filing deadline once by five (5) school days.

2. Within two (2) school days of receipt of the completed request form, the building principal shall transmit the form to the teacher who shall respond to the request in writing within five (5) school days of receipt of the form from the principal. The building principal shall transmit the form to the student or the student's parent or guardian within two (2) school days of its return from the teacher.

3. A student or his or her parent or guardian who is dissatisfied with the response submitted may, within five (5) school days of the date of mailing of the form to him or her, request a conference which, if requested, shall be held within ten (10) school days of the date of the request. A conference, if held, shall include the student and/or his or her parent/guardian, the teacher, the building principal and the district administrator if requested by either the principal or the student or his/her parent or guardian.

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The conference will be for the purpose of determining whether one or more of the criteria for changing grades have been met. After the conference, the building principal with the advice of the district administrator if the district administrator has participated in the conference, will decide whether the student's grade will be changed. The principal shall inform the teacher and the student or his/her parent or guardian of the principal's decision in writing within three (3) school days of the conference. The principal's decision is final.

4. Copies of all documents relating to requests for grade changes will be placed in the progress report record file of the student and maintained as pupil progress records in accordance with law.

5. No request for a grade change will be considered unless it meets the criteria and procedural requirements of this policy, including deadlines.

6. Nothing in this policy shall prohibit a teacher, if he or she realizes that a grading error has been made due to miscalculation or wrong recording of a grade, from correcting the grade. The deadlines

established herein will begin to run on the date when notice is sent to the student or his/her parent or guardian of the change.

Incomplete (I) Grades Students receiving an incomplete (I) in a class will have ten (10) school days from the end of the grading period to complete their work or the grade will become an 'F'. The student may request an extension of time by completing a request form found in the office. This form must be signed by the student, the student's parent and the teacher in order to be approved. HAND WASHING/SANITIZING Handwashing and/or sanitizing will be required before eating and after eating. Hand sanitizing will be required before and after Physical Education and any class period that utilizes shared materials or tools. HOMEWORK RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities of students, parents, teachers, and principal. Students’ responsibilities

● Get the assignment and ask for help if the assignment is not clear. ● Copy all assignments into school planner, carefully recording due dates and important information. ● Set a time each day to do homework. ● Check work and, if possible, explain it to an adult. ● Maintain the highest quality work on homework assignments. ● Take home all necessary resources, such as packets, textbooks, notes and study guides. ● Bring the completed homework to school when it is due. ● Be responsible for getting assignments when absent from school. ● Be responsible for taking care of and returning any borrowed resource materials.

Parents’ responsibilities

● Promote a positive attitude toward homework as part of the learning process. ● Understand and reinforce expectations for the quality of student work. ● Provide an appropriate work environment free from distractions with necessary tools to help the student

organize and complete homework. ● Be available to provide supervision and support, but do not do the assignment. ● Communicate often with the student and his or her teacher, giving feedback to the teacher when there is a

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Teachers’ responsibilities

● Identify the purpose of homework assignments for parents and students. ● Establish objectives and guidelines for special projects, including any expectations for parent

participation. ● Communicate expectations to students. ● Remind students to record assignments. ● Model homework strategies and provide models as appropriate throughout the school year. ● Review homework and return it in a timely manner. ● Ensure that resources and materials required for homework projects are easily obtained by students. ● Provide ways for parents to communicate with teachers about homework. ● Notify parents early regarding homework problems and missing assignments. ● Assign long-term projects so that sufficient time is available for completion. ● Discuss homework practices with colleagues and provide guidelines for the type of homework at each

grade level. Principal’s responsibilities

● Facilitate communication between classroom and specialist teachers concerning homework. ● Monitor and support the teachers in the implementation of homework guidelines. ● Encourage teachers to use homework as a tool to practice and reinforce classroom learning. ● Support the need for balance among the many learning activities besides homework in students’ lives. ● Facilitate the communication process between the school and home and help maintain the parent/school

partnership as it relates to homework. HONOR ROLL Honor Roll will be determined by a quarterly GPA of 3.0 - 3.59. High Honor Roll will be determined by a quarterly GPA of 3.6 - 4.0. ID CARDS ID cards are good for three years from issuance. All students will be issued a new card in the Fall after class photos have been taken. If an ID card is lost or damaged beyond readability (readability means that the picture, the students name, and the bar code are all visible, readable, and scan-able), there is a $5 replacement fee. IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS State law 140.05 REQUIRES every student entering a Wisconsin school for the first time to submit evidence of complete immunization or a signed waiver claiming health, religious or personal conviction exemption. The specific requirements by grade are indicated on the Student Immunization Form. THIS FORM MUST BE COMPLETED, SIGNED AND RETURNED TO YOUR CHILD'S SCHOOL BEFORE THE 30TH SCHOOL DAY AFTER YOUR CHILD IS ADMITTED TO SCHOOL BEGINNING WITH THE 1987-88 SCHOOL YEAR IN ORDER FOR YOU TO BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE LAW. Documentation of your child having had either the chicken pox illness or varicella vaccination will be required for all students. By law, there are new requirements for two doses of the varicella vaccine or documentation of chicken pox disease and Tdap boosters for certain grade levels. Your child will be notified if they need further immunizations or you may contact the school nurse to inquire if your child is compliant.

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LOCKER ASSIGNMENTS

Sixth Grade - MS 130-200 Seventh Grade - MS 201-269 Eighth Grade - JH 141-237

LOCKER ROOM/LOCKER/LOCK POLICY (CORRIDOR AND P.E.) All hallway/corridor and physical education/athletic lockers are the property of Fennimore Community Schools and are provided for the convenience of students. The school retains the right to conduct both announced and unannounced locker searches. Among the reasons for searches are suspicion of concealing alcohol, drugs, material of a disruptive nature, stolen property, weapons, electronic material that is offensive or is evidence of harassment or other items which pose a danger to health and safety. Discovery of illegal materials will result in disciplinary action and may include suspension and/or referral to appropriate authorities. Damage to a locker should be reported immediately to the office. Failure to report a damaged locker will result in the student being held accountable. The office will assign corridor lockers and physical education teachers will assign gym lockers. Locks will be issued by the office for corridor lockers when requested by the student. Physical education teachers and coaches will assign lockers in the male and female locker rooms. Students active in a sport will receive a large locker for the duration of their participation in a sport season. Students who do not participate in a sport but are enrolled in physical education will receive a small locker. All lockers in the locker rooms will be assigned a school lock. A $5.00 fee will be assessed for lost locks. Personal locks are not allowed unless authorized by the principal. It is expected that good housekeeping habits will prevail at all times in district lockers. Use of Cameras and Other Recording Devices in Locker Rooms - Board Policy 9151 The Board of Education recognizes the importance of protecting the privacy interests of the District's students and is committed to safeguarding students' privacy in the locker room facilities. As required by law, the Board establishes the following locker room privacy policy. To protect the privacy of students, non-staff access to locker rooms for the purpose of interviewing or seeking information from any student in the locker room is prohibited. No images of a nude or partially nude person in the locker room may be captured, recorded, or transferred under any circumstances by any individual. To protect the privacy of the District's students, parents, other adult residents of the community, and any public that may utilize the locker room facilities, no person may use a cell phone to capture, record, or to transfer a representation of a nude or partially nude person in the locker room. Furthermore, the Board believes that safety is of the utmost importance. Therefore, notwithstanding the provisions of this policy, if necessary, emergency rescue personnel will be permitted into the locker room and will be given access to any tools necessary to do their job. District officials may refer any violations of this policy to law enforcement for possible criminal prosecution of anyone who violates State law.

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LUNCH/BREAKFAST PROGRAM The Fennimore Community School District’s breakfast and hot lunch program offers family accounts. Money may be deposited in your account by bringing your deposit to the elementary, high school or district offices. Monies brought to school will be deposited in the family account in full. All students within one household will share an account regardless of which building they attend. Each student will have an electronic meal card. The card will contain the student’s name and picture. The card will be scanned each time the student eats breakfast, hot lunch or has milk outside these programs. The cost will then be deducted from the balance in the family account. Parents may now check the status of their family’s lunch account online via Skyward Family Access. Questions regarding Family Access may be directed to Jeanne Henkel in the District Office (822-3243). The price of lunches will be $3.25 per day in the middle and high school and breakfasts are $1.50. Additional milk will be deducted from the family account at $.30 per carton and second entree servings cost $0.25. Families will be given a notice when their account balance drops under $10.00 and deposits can be made at anytime. Families are encouraged to pay by the month, the quarter or the semester. Changes in family situations will be addressed on an individual basis. Please contact the office of the building in which your child(ren) attend school. Office staff will attempt to contact parents of students with insufficient funds in their accounts. There will be no loaning of scan cards. No students will be allowed to access accounts other than their own. Initial cards are issued free of charge. Replacement cards are $5.00 each. Free and reduced priced breakfasts and lunches will continue to be available to qualifying families. Fennimore Schools encourages all families to apply by completing an application and submitting it to the Fennimore Community School District office. Parents and visitors will not be able to eat lunch with their children during the 2020-2021 school year. Any student wishing to bring a sack lunch from home may do so. Students bringing their own lunch will go to the cafeteria with their class and eat with their classmates. Students choosing to bring a sack lunch are encouraged to bring nutritious foods and are reminded that soda pop is not allowed. Any student wanting milk must have sufficient funds in their family account. Students in grades 6-9 must remain on campus during the lunch period. MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION PROCEDURES - School Board Policy 5330

A. Administering Medications to Students at School For the protection of your child and the protection of those giving medication to students, the following procedures MUST be followed according to state statute 118.29:

a. The medication request authorization form for the school must be signed by the practitioner who is ordering the medication, by the parent or guardian of the student and by the person who is responsible for administering the medication to the child at school BEFORE the medication will be given by school personnel.

b. The physician must indicate how many days the prescription medication is to be administered at school.

c. The parent or guardian MUST supply the school with the prescription medication in a properly labeled pharmacy container. The labeled bottle must be the most current dated original from the pharmacy and show:

1. Name of child.

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2. Name and telephone of pharmacy. 3. Name of physician. 4. Name and dosage of medication. 5. Exact times medication is to be administered.

B. Administering Non-Prescription Medication to Students at School a. The medication request form for the school must be signed by the parent or guardian and the

person at school who is responsible for administering the medication BEFORE any of the medication will be given by school personnel.

b. The parent or guardian must indicate how many days the non-prescription medication is to be given at school.

c. The non- prescription medication must be provided by the parent or guardian, and it MUST be in the original medication container and labeled with the student’s name.

d. Medication may not be administered to a student in a dosage other than the recommended therapeutic dose unless the request to do so is accompanied by the written approval of the student’s health care practitioner. Substances that are not FDA approved (i.e., natural products, food supplements) will require the written instruction of a medical practitioner and written consent from the student’s parent or guardian.

a. No CBD products will be permitted for use at school. OPEN ENROLLMENT/TUITION WAIVER Students in four year old Kindergarten to grade 12 may attend public school in a district other than the one in which they reside, if space is available (and subject to certain other conditions). Application forms may be obtained from the Department of Public Instruction’s internet site. Parents must apply to the nonresident school district no earlier than the first Monday in February and no later than April 30th, for attendance in the following school year. Students who move out of the district during a school year may be eligible to attend school in their previous district without payment of tuition. Information may be obtained from the building principals or district office. PARENT-SCHOOL COMMUNICATION AND CONFERENCES Parents/families, the entire school staff, and students are jointly responsible for improving student achievement in meeting the state's high standards. In order to do this:

● The school district will be responsible for providing high quality curriculum and instruction in a supportive and effective learning environment so that children may meet the state's high performance standards.

● The school district will be responsible for publishing, at least annually, student achievement results and other outcome indicators for evaluation of the programs and services provided to its students.

● Parents/families can support their child's learning by monitoring attendance, supporting learning in the home and school, and participating in appropriate decisions relating to their child's education and use of extra-curricular time.

● Parents/families can support their child's learning by participating in the district’s strategic planning meetings, participating in the preparation of district grant proposals and assisting the district by evaluating the content and effectiveness of it’s programs.

● Ongoing communication between parents/families and teachers is critical and may be accomplished through:

o Parent/teacher conferences in schools (at least annually). o Frequent reports to parents/families on their children's progress. o Reasonable access to staff. o Opportunities to volunteer, participate, observe, and visit their child's class.

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o Reading the district newsletter and reviewing information/school work sent home with the

students. o Checking the district’s web site located at www.fennimore.k12.wi.us and utilizing Family

Access where available. Please contact the office if you cannot login to Family Access. PERSONAL COMMUNICATION DEVICES Definition - Personal communication devices ("PCDs") include computers, laptops, tablets, e-readers, cellular/mobile phones, smartphones, telephone paging devices (e.g., beepers or pagers), and/or other web-enabled devices of any type. See School Board Policy 0100 School Board Policy 5136 - Students in grades 6-8 may use PCDs before and after school, during their lunch break. Use of PCDs, except those approved by a teacher or administrator, at any other time is prohibited and they must be powered completely off (i.e., not just placed into vibrate or silent mode) and stored out of sight. Students may not use PCDs on school property or at a school-sponsored activity to access and/or view Internet web sites that are otherwise blocked to students at school. During after school activities, PCDs shall be powered completely off (not just placed into vibrate or silent mode) and stored out of sight when directed by the administrator or sponsor. Under certain circumstances, a student may keep his/her PCD “On” with prior approval from the building principal. Except as authorized by a teacher, administrator or IEP team, students are prohibited from using PCDs during the school day, including while off-campus on a field trip, to capture, record and/or transmit the words or sounds (i.e., audio) and/or images (i.e., pictures/video) of any student, staff member or other person. Using a PCD to capture, record, and/or transmit audio and/or pictures/video of an individual without proper consent is considered an invasion of privacy and is not permitted. Students who violate this provision and/or use a PCD to violate the privacy rights of another person may have their PCD confiscated and held until the end of the school day or a parent picks it up. PCDs, with cameras or any other recording capabilities, may not be activated or utilized at any time in any school situation where a reasonable expectation of personal privacy exists. These locations and circumstances include, but are not limited to, locker rooms, shower facilities, rest/bathrooms, and any other areas where students or others may change clothes or be in any stage or degree of disrobing or changing clothes. The District Administrator and building principals are authorized to determine other specific locations and situations where use of a PCD is absolutely prohibited. Students shall have no expectation of confidentiality with respect to their use of PCDs on school premises/property. Students may not use a PCD in any way that might reasonably create in the mind of another person an impression of being threatened, humiliated, harassed, embarrassed, or intimidated. See Policy 5517.01 – Bullying and Other Forms of Aggressive Behavior. In particular, students are prohibited from using PCDs to: (1) transmit material that is threatening, obscene, disruptive, or sexually explicit or that can be construed as harassment or disparagement of others based upon their race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation/transgender identity), disability, age, religion, ancestry, or political beliefs; and (2) engage in "sexting" - i.e., sending, receiving, sharing, viewing, or possessing pictures, text messages, e-mails or other materials of a sexual nature in electronic or any other form. Violation of these prohibitions shall result in disciplinary action. Furthermore, such

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actions will be reported to local law enforcement and child services as required by law. Students are also prohibited from using a PCD to capture, record, and/or transmit test information or any other information in a manner constituting fraud, theft, cheating, or academic dishonesty. Likewise, students are prohibited from using PCDs to receive such information. Possession of a PCD by a student at school during school hours and/or during extra-curricular activities is a privilege that may be forfeited by any student who fails to abide by the terms of this policy, or otherwise abuses this privilege. Violations of this policy may result in disciplinary action and/or confiscation of the PCD. The building principal will also refer the matter to law enforcement or child services if the violation involves an illegal activity (e.g., child pornography, sexting). Discipline will be imposed on an escalating scale ranging from a warning to an expulsion based on the number of previous violations and/or the nature of or circumstances surrounding a particular violation. If the PCD is confiscated, it will be released/returned to the student's parent after the student complies with any other disciplinary consequences that are imposed, unless the violation involves potentially illegal activity in which case the PCD may be turned over to law enforcement. A confiscated device will be marked in a removable manner with the student's name and held in a secure location in the building's central office until it is retrieved by the parent or turned over to law enforcement. School officials will not search or otherwise tamper with PCDs in District custody unless they reasonably suspect that the search is required to discover evidence of a violation of the law or other school rules. Any search will be conducted in accordance with Policy 5771 ‑ Search and Seizure. If multiple offenses occur, a student may lose his/her privilege to bring a PCD to school for a designated length of time or on a permanent basis. A person who discovers a student using a PCD in violation of this policy is required to report the violation to the building principal. Students are personally and solely responsible for the care and security of their PCDs. The Board assumes no responsibility for theft, loss, or damage to, or misuse or unauthorized use of, PCDs brought onto its property. Parents are advised that the best way to get in touch with their child during the school day is by calling the school office. Students may use school phones to contact parents during the school day. Unauthorized Use/Misuse of Personal Communication Devices Students shall turn off their personal communication devices when confiscated by a staff member due to unauthorized use. The device will be taken to the Assistant Principal or Middle School/High School Office for the remainder of that day.

1. First offense and second offense - the student may pick up the device after the last bell dismissing school. 2. Third offense - the student must call a parent using a school phone for permission to have their phone

returned. A staff member must speak with the parent to verify permission to return the device. 3. Fourth offense and after - the parent/guardian will be notified of the confiscation and must pick up the

device from school. Refusal to turn over a device to a staff member due to unauthorized use will result in removal from class and/or possible suspension.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION EXCUSES Physical education classes meet regularly and are required for all students unless a written excuse from home or a physician is forthcoming. Students who are to be excused from two or more successive physical education classes should bring a written excuse from the family physician. Not bringing proper clothing for PE classes is not an excuse to miss PE and the student may receive a zero for the day’s lesson. PHYSICAL EXAMINATION Parents of children enrolling in school for the first time are requested to submit written evidence of a physical examination for their child administered by licensed medical personnel. PUPIL SERVICES

A. SCHOOL COUNSELING A certified school counselor is available each school day. Developmental guidance and counseling services are provided for students Pre-K-12 who need or request assistance with educational, vocation or personal problems. The school counselor provides developmentally appropriate classroom lessons on inter- and intra- personal skills, pro-social and friendship behaviors, safety, and other topics specific to emotional health and well-being.

B. PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES Psychological services are provided by a licensed school psychologist who serves students Pre K-12. The objective of school psychological services is to enhance the social, emotional and intellectual adjustment of students through direct and indirect prevention and intervention strategies.

C. REFERRAL PROCEDURES FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION The following procedures should be followed when a parent wishes to refer their son/daughter for a special education evaluation:

a. The parent/guardian should notify the school district's Special Education Designee by phone, letter or conference.

b. A referral form must be completed and signed by the parent or guardian. c. A copy of the referral form shall be given to the Special Education Designee. d. The School Psychologist / IEP Coordinator will schedule an IEP meeting when evaluations of the

student are completed. The parent/guardian is invited to attend the IEP meeting. D. Limited English Proficiency The District recognizes that there may be students enrolled whose primary

language is not English. The District provides appropriate identification and transition services for students who possess limited English language proficiency. The purpose of these services is to develop English language skills that will enable the students to function successfully in an all English classroom and complete the District's required curriculum. (Board Policy 2260.02) To inquire about student needs, parents should contact Pupil Services Director, Gavin Greenlee at (608) 822-3285 ext 2273.

E. SCHOOL NURSE A certified school nurse is available each school day. The nurse serves the elementary, middle and high school. The duties include providing accurate health information to parents and students, administering first aid, supervising the dispensing of medication, and maintaining accurate health charts, immunization information, and health plans for the district's students.

RELIGIOUS BELIEFS - School Board Policies 2240 and 2270 If either the class content or activities conflict with a sincerely held religious belief or value system, the school will honor a written request from his/her parent to be excused for particular classes. SCHOOL FEES (All fees are non-refundable) Registration Fee $35.00/per student Grades 6-12 (Includes $1.00 class dues) **Families of students qualifying for free lunch will pay no registration fees. Families qualifying for reduced lunch will pay $20 for the family. **This fee is prorated at $8.75 per quarter for students who enter during the school year.

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All necessary textbooks for grades K through 12 will be provided by the district. **Any pupil who shall lose, deface, injure, or destroy any book or equipment shall pay in whole or in part for such loss or damage.

Miscellaneous Fees Students, adults or families may purchase an activity pass to fall and winter sports. Seniors will purchase caps and gowns with announcements. Musical instruments owned by the school district will be rented to students. Instrument Rental $30.00 / Semester Grades 6-12 (Payment in advance)Activity Pass (Student) $30.00 Activity Pass (Adult) $35.00 Activity Pass (Family) $100.00 Graduation Gowns $35.00 (Estimate – Collected by Jostens) Grade 12 Drivers Education Fee $426.00 (Subject to change – Collected by SWTC)

SCHOOL AND DISTRICT PERFORMANCE For school performance reports please see https://wisedash.dpi.wi.gov/Dashboard/portalHome.jsp SHOP RULES (TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND AGRICULTURE/AUTOMOTIVE SHOPS) To be followed by all personnel, faculty, and students.

1. No student is allowed in the shop other than during a regular shop class period unless he has a pass signed by the industrial arts or vocational agriculture instructor.

2. Only students who know how and who have authorization are allowed to operate power tools, the gas welder, or any part of the arc welders.

3. Students using the shop shall follow all shop rules and regulations (see instructor). 4. When students complete a project or a class hour, they are responsible for the thorough cleanup of their

respective area. This includes tools and material scraps put away, floor and fixtures cleaned, and project and its parts put in the designated area(s).

5. All students must follow prescribed safety practices while in the shop. Checkout on the machines will be made by the instructor.

6. Teacher supervision is necessary at all times. 7. Projects may not be worked on outside of the designated shop areas. Working on projects in hallways or

other areas is not permitted. 8. Failure to follow rules and guidelines set forth in this handbook or by the instructor may result in removal

from the shop and/or possible suspension. STUDENT ASSESSMENT School board policy 2623 The Board of Education shall assess student achievement and needs in all areas of the curriculum in order to determine the progress of students and to assist them in attaining District goals. All students shall participate in State-wide or District-wide assessments, and any student with a disability shall be provided appropriate accommodation and/or alternate assessments where necessary as indicated in the student’s I.E.P. or Section 504 plan. STUDENT HAZING - School Board Policy 5516 Hazing activities of any type are inconsistent with the educational process and may in some circumstances be a violation of State law. The Board prohibits all such activities at any time in school facilities, on school property, and at any District-sponsored activity or event. Hazing is defined as performing any act or coercing another, including the victim, to perform any act of initiation into any class, group, or organization that causes or creates a

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risk of causing mental, emotional, or physical harm. Permission, consent, or assumption of risk by an individual subjected to hazing shall not lessen the prohibitions contained in this policy. If hazing or planned hazing is discovered, the students involved shall be informed by the discoverer of the prohibitions contained in this policy and shall be ordered to end all hazing activities or planned activities immediately. All hazing incidents shall be reported immediately to the Principal or to the District Administrator. Students who fail to abide by this policy may be subject to disciplinary action and may be held personally liable for civil or criminal penalties. Disciplinary action for students may include, but is not limited to, suspension and/or expulsion. STUDENT ILLNESS If a student becomes ill during the school day, he/she must report to the middle and high school office. If the illness is of a nature that will require a student to go home, the office secretary, school nurse, or the principal will notify the parents before the student leaves the building. When the parent works outside the home, work phone numbers and/or e-mail addresses need to be provided. There must also be an emergency contact in the case that the parents cannot be reached. No student should leave the building without first notifying the office. They will be considered truant if they do so. School officials may be required to notify local health officials if they suspect a student has a covered communicable disease. School officials will comply with notification requirements of the Department of Health and Family Services in addition to notifying the student's parent. Emergency information and telephone numbers should be current and up-to-date at the school office. In the event that a parent or guardian cannot be reached, the emergency contact will be notified prior to releasing the student. NO STUDENT WILL BE RELEASED WITHOUT PERMISSION. CONTROL OF CASUAL-CONTACT COMMUNICABLE DISEASES School Board Policy 8450 The Board recognizes that control of the spread of communicable disease spread through casual-contact is essential to the well-being of the school community and to the efficient District operation. For purposes of this policy, "casual-contact communicable disease" shall include diphtheria, scarlet fever and other strep infections, whooping cough, mumps, measles, rubella, and others designated by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (hereinafter referred to as DHS). In order to protect the health and safety of the students, District personnel, and the community at large, the Board shall follow all State statutes and Health Department regulations which pertain to immunization and other means for controlling casual-contact communicable disease spread through normal interaction in the school setting. If a student exhibits symptoms of a communicable disease, the principal will isolate the student in the building and contact the parents/guardians. Protocols established by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services shall be followed. Procedures for the control of communicable disease that may include:

A. instruction of professional staff members in the detection of these common diseases and measures for their prevention and control;

B. removal of students from District property to the care of a responsible adult; C. preparation of standards for the readmission of students who have recovered from casual-contact

communicable diseases; D. filing of reports as required by statute and the DHS.

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Returning to School After an Illness A child's learning is diminished when he/she is not feeling well. Illness in the classroom can also affect classmates and the teacher. We, therefore, urge parents to keep children home when they are ill. Students who missed school because of a fever should remain at home for 72 hours having a “normal” (99 degrees or below) temperature without the use of temperature reducing medications. Parents may feel a child is well enough to return to school after an illness, but would prefer to have the child remain indoors for recess. A note from the parent to this effect is sufficient to keep the child indoors on the day of return after illness. If more than one day indoors is required, a physician's statement would be needed for as long as it takes the child to completely recover from the illness. STUDENT INJURY / ACCIDENT BENEFIT PLAN If a student is injured in school or during a school sponsored activity, he/she should immediately report the injury to the staff member in charge. In the case of a serious injury, school staff will administer first aid, summon medical assistance, if needed, notify administrative personnel, notify parents, and file accident reports. Students are covered to a limited degree with a school accident insurance policy. This is a secondary insurance plan covering costs not covered by other coverage available to the student. Amount of coverage is determined by the plan which pays scheduled amounts for injuries sustained by a child in a school sponsored activity. Board of Education Policy 8760 STUDENT PLANNERS Each student will receive his/her own “planner” at the beginning of the year. This is your pass to move around the building. It must be signed on the correct date with the destination and the time you left your assigned area. If you don’t have your planner, you may not leave your assigned area. The planner will have your name and barcode on the back cover, so it can be used to check-out textbooks. If you lose your planner, you must purchase another one for $5.00. STUDENT RECORDS In order to provide appropriate educational services and programming, the Board of Education must collect, retain, and use information about individual students. Simultaneously, the Board recognizes the need to safeguard students’ privacy and restrict access to students’ personally identifiable information. See school board policy 8330 STUDENT RIGHTS OF EXPRESSION Fennimore School recognizes the right of students to express themselves. With the right of expression comes the responsibility to do it appropriately. Students may distribute or display, at appropriate times, non-sponsored, noncommercial written material and petitions; buttons, badges, or other insignia; clothing, insignia, and banners; and audio and video materials. All items must meet the following school guidelines: Material cannot be displayed if it:

● is obscene to minors, libelous, indecent, or vulgar, ● advertises any product or service not permitted to minors by law ● intends to be insulting or harassing, ● intends to incite fighting or presents a likelihood of disrupting school or a school events ● presents a clear and present likelihood that, either because of its content or manner of distribution or

display, it causes or is likely to cause a material and substantial disruption of school or school activities, a violation of school regulations, or the commission of an unlawful act.

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STUDENT SUPPORT AND INTERVENTION 1. When a student is behind 3 or more assignments, the teacher will contact the student’s parent/guardian. The teacher and parent/guardian will work together to develop a plan to support the student. 2. A list of F/I grades will be compiled every 2-3 weeks. A report will be sent to the parent/guardian of students on this list. 3. Students on the F/I list will be assigned to Guided Study Hall. 4. Members of the pupil services team or their designee(s) will meet periodically with students on the F/I list to provide support and develop strategies to ensure student success. 5. Students on the F/I list will be encouraged to work with the tutor after school until 4:00 pm in the AP room. 6. If a student has more than 1 failing grade at the end of a quarter or semester, the pupil services team will evaluate a change in the schedule to provide additional support. TECHNOLOGY ACCEPTABLE USE School board policy 7540.03 Students are encouraged to use the school's computers/network and Internet connection for educational purposes. Use of such resources is a privilege, not a right. Students must conduct themselves in a responsible, efficient, ethical, and legal manner. Unauthorized or inappropriate use, including any violation of the school's policies and administrative guidelines, may result in cancellation of the privilege, disciplinary action consistent with the school's rules, and civil or criminal liability. Users have no right or expectation to privacy when using District Technology Resources (including, but not limited to, privacy in the content of their personal files, e-mails, and records of their online activity when using the District's computer network and/or Internet connection). TELEPHONE Students may not make calls from their classrooms without permission. Parents may leave messages for their children using the staff voice-mail system or contacting the office. TEXTBOOKS All necessary textbooks for grades K through 12 will be provided by the district. It is important that students keep track of their textbooks. Students should consider only taking home textbooks that they need on a nightly basis. Some textbooks have online versions that must be accessed via the Internet. If students do not have the internet at home they should inform faculty so that arrangements are made to ensure student access to the text at home. **Any pupil who shall lose, deface, injure, or destroy any book or equipment shall pay in whole or in part for such loss or damage. TOBACCO PROHIBITED The Board of Education is committed to providing students, staff, and visitors with a tobacco and smoke-free environment. The negative health effects of tobacco use for both users and non-users, particularly in connection with second hand smoke, are well established. In addition, students less than eighteen (18) years of age are generally prohibited by law from purchasing or possessing cigarettes and other tobacco products. For purposes of this policy, "use of tobacco" means to chew or maintain any substance containing tobacco, including smokeless tobacco, in the mouth to derive the effects of tobacco, as well as all uses of tobacco, including cigars, cigarettes, pipe tobacco, chewing tobacco, snuff, any other matter or substances that contain tobacco, in addition to papers used to roll cigarettes and/or the smoking of electronic, “vapor,” or other substitute forms of cigarettes, clove cigarettes and any other lighted smoking devices for burning tobacco or any other substance. Accordingly, the Board prohibits students from using or possessing tobacco in any form on District premises, in District vehicles, within any indoor facility owned or while leased or contracted for by the District and used to provide education or library services to children, and at all District-sponsored events. VIDEO SURVEILLANCE - School Board Policy 7440.01

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The Board of Education authorizes the use of video surveillance and electronic monitoring equipment at various school sites throughout the District and on school buses. School Board Policy 7440.01 VISITORS Due to Covid-19, visitors will not be allowed in the school at this time. VOLUNTEERISM - School Board Policy 8120 Due to Covid-19, volunteers will not be allowed in the school at this time. The School Board of Fennimore Community Schools recognizes citizens can provide valuable contributions to the district's program of services and encourages the use of volunteers in and out of the classroom. Volunteerism is deeply rooted in American education and in the philosophy and goals of the Fennimore School District. It is the intent of the Board of Education to foster, support, and encourage volunteer activities throughout school district programs. It also is in the intent of the Board of Education to ensure protection of the school district and volunteers from liability concerns and other matters that could arise as a result of voluntary efforts. Volunteers provide significant services to students, employees, and school programs by supplementing the work of employees. Volunteer assignments for school programs involve assisting employees with assigned instructional, co-curricular, and extra-curricular programs. Examples of such assignments are classroom helpers, field trip chaperone, conducting a practice in the absence of a coach, and overnight chaperones. All of the voluntary activities in the school district are to be approved by the respective administrative staff to ensure compliance with the philosophy, policies and procedures of the school district. All volunteers must have a completed criminal background check on record prior to volunteering in the schools. WATER BOTTLES Students may bring water bottles to use at school. The water bottle must have a closure to reduce the possibility of spilling. Students are not to share water bottles with one another. Only water is allowed in the water bottles. During the 20-21 school year water fountains will not be available. There will be water bottle filling stations for student use. WEAPONS The Board prohibits students from possessing, storing, making, or using a weapon in any setting that is under the control and supervision of the District for the purpose of school activities approved and authorized by the District including, but not limited to, property leased, owned, or contracted for by the District, a school-sponsored event, or in a District vehicle, to the extent permitted by law without the permission of the District Administrator. The term "weapon" means any object which, in the manner in which it is used, is intended to be used, or is represented, is capable of inflicting serious bodily harm or property damage, as well as endangering the health and safety of persons. Weapons include, but are not limited to, firearms (including, but not limited to, firearms as defined in 18 U.S.C. 921(a)(3)), guns of any type whatsoever, including air and gas-powered guns (whether loaded or unloaded), knives, (subject to the exceptions below) razors, with unguarded blades, clubs, electric weapons, metallic knuckles, martial arts weapons, ammunition, and explosives. School board policy 5772 WITHDRAWAL FROM SCHOOL

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When a student intends to withdraw from Fennimore High School, he/she should stop at the office for a checkout form. All textbooks and other materials issued are to be checked in with the librarian. Physical Education locks are to be returned to the P.E. teacher and hall locks to the office. If there are lost or damaged materials, the student is expected to pay at the time of checkout. It is recommended that a parent accompany the student at the time of withdrawal to sign transfer forms.

Appendix

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Fennimore Middle School Co-Curricular Code The purpose of co-curricular activities in Fennimore Community Schools is to promote and nurture maximum participation by all students of Fennimore Schools, to stimulate interest in wholesome activities and to establish widespread interest in such activities. The purpose of this handbook is to acquaint the staff and students with policies and regulations of the WIAA, other governing bodies, and Board of Education as related in Fennimore Community Schools. Policies set forth in this booklet shall be in accordance with the regulations in the WIAA, other agency handbooks, and the Constitution and By-Laws of the SWAL Conference. Guidelines set forth in this code are secondary to all WIAA guidelines that may govern an activity. Students and parent/guardians must agree to the guidelines set forth in this handbook by signing the Co-Curricular Pledge prior to participating in a co-curricular activity. Co-Curricular Activities Basketball Student Council FFA Volleyball Wrestling

Co-Curricular Fees Co-Curricular fees are not charged for middle school activities. Equipment Students issued school equipment/uniforms/etc. during a co-curricular season must return the items immediately upon completion of the season to the coach or advisor. Failure to do so will result in the assessment of fees to replace the equipment. The use of school equipment during the summer months by athletes in training or competition will be determined by WIAA guidelines and approval of the building principal. Co-Curricular Regulations A student is required to follow the school's Co-Curricular Code of Conduct on a year-round (12-month) basis. This code must be reviewed by each coach or advisor with all student participants prior to the start of each activity or prior to the start of practice. Penalties within this policy are the minimum consequences. These penalties may be increased by the coach/advisor, but may not be lessened. The Co-Curricular Pledge must be signed by each student and a parent or guardian once annually before the student may participate in any co-curricular activities.

A. Eligibility All eligible students may participate in co-curricular activities at Fennimore High School. In order to be eligible students must turn in all required paperwork before practice begins, pay the co-curricular fee for the activity by the end of the first week of practice, maintain academic eligibility, have no violations of the co-curricular code, and meet all applicable WIAA requirements for eligibility.

1. Attendance - Attendance--In order to be eligible for co-curricular activities a student must be in attendance at school for the entire day of the activity. When school is not in session, participants shall have prior authorization from the coach/director/supervisor/coordinator or facilitator to be absent from a practice or activity. Students who miss any part of a school day (in-person or virtual) will not be allowed to participate in practices, competitions, or other events unless permission is granted by the principal. Permission will be granted for:

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a. Medical Appointments—with note from doctor’s office b. School Sponsored Activities c. Family Emergencies—i.e. Funerals, medical emergencies d. Road test for driver’s licensing e. College visitations f. Other Circumstances—decision made by building principal.

2. Physical Examinations - Students participating in interscholastic athletics must have completed a WIAA required physical examination or alternate year card and turn it into the high school office before practicing. There are no exceptions to this rule.

3. Academic Eligibility - A student must meet school and DPI requirements defining a full-time student and have received no “F” failing grades or “I” incomplete grades in the most recent grading period (quarter). A senior who has acquired all necessary credits toward graduation is not exempt from this rule.

a. A student with grades of “F” or “I” in classes in the latest grading period shall be ineligible for competition or activities for not less than fifteen (15) consecutive scheduled school days. (Fall activities ineligibility shall be the lesser of (1) 21 consecutive calendar days beginning with the date of the earliest allowed competition in a sport or (2) one-third of the maximum number of contests/meets allowed in a sport). Ineligibility is determined by using each quarter grade. At the end of the 15 day period a student must be passing all classes as demonstrated by completion and submission of an Eligibility Form. Students who are ineligible due to an incomplete become eligible when the “I” becomes a grade other than an “I” or an “F.”

b. Students who are ineligible due to a failing grade for the fourth quarter may complete online and/or summer school coursework to regain eligibility prior to a fall season. Students must sign an agreement with the principal to complete coursework similar to that which they received a failing grade for. This coursework must be completed prior to the day of the first scheduled competition or event for a fall co-curricular activity.

c. Although ineligible for competition or activities, a student will continue to practice in the activity.

B. Violations/Penalties A student must gain academic eligibility prior to serving a penalty for an athletic code violation.

Suspension Guidelines Suspensions begin when a student is involved in a co-curricular activity and meet academic eligibility guidelines. (Fall suspensions begin with the first day of practice and each date a team practices on a non-school day will count toward the suspension). A contest held on a non-school day will count as 1 day toward the suspension.

Suspensions may be increased, but may not be lessened.

All suspension for major violations times may be reduced by one-half if the student self-reports his or her actions to the athletic director or the principal within three calendar days of the incident, but before being contacted by the athletic director or principal about the incident. The student must also agree to actively and positively participate in the student assistance program as prescribed at the time of violation determination. Once reported, the student is responsible to contact the AODA coordinator to set up this program. (Note: If the action occurs on school grounds or at school events and is witnessed by staff, a reduction is no longer possible. Example: Come to school or an event intoxicated.) Any student who receives a major violation may not be named a captain and is not eligible for

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nomination for all-conference during the season in which he/she violated the co-curricular code. A student who is under suspension for violation of this code is not eligible to be on the ballot for Homecoming or Prom court. Per WIAA requirements, any portion of a suspension not completed during the current season will carry over to the next sport or sport season.

1. Major Violations a. Uses or possesses alcohol, tobacco, including chewing tobacco and electronic cigarettes,

and/or uses, possesses, buys or sells controlled substances; b. Exhibits conduct or is involved in situations which may be detrimental to the individual,

to peers, to school, or to society (Examples: arson, fighting/physical attack, habitual truancy, initiating false alarm, possession of facsimile weapon at school or school-sponsored activity, theft, vandalism or other conduct resulting in referral for police action);

c. Presence at a party or event where minors are illegally consuming alcohol, tobacco, or drugs. Students are expected to immediately leave a party or event where such activity is taking place. Penalties

1. First Offense - Thirty (30) school days' suspension from co-curricular activities and meetings. Participants in co-curricular activities with contests or performances may practice during the period of suspension, but may not participate in contests or performances during that time. A participant must sit out a minimum of one contest/performance and complete the co-curricular season in which he/she sits out. When appropriate in the sole discretion of administration, referral to AODA coordinator for project to be completed to regain eligibility.

2. Second Offense - Ninety (90) school days' suspension from co-curricular activities and meetings. Participants in co-curricular activities with contests or performances may practice during the period of suspension, but may not participate in contests or performances during that time. A participant must sit out a minimum of one contest/performance and complete the co-curricular season in which he/she sits out. When appropriate in the sole discretion of administration, referral to AODA coordinator for project to be completed to regain eligibility.

3. Third Offense - One-hundred and eighty (180) school days’ suspension from co-curricular activities and meetings. Participants in co-curricular activities with contests or performances may practice during the period of suspension, but may not participate in contests or performances during that time. A participant must sit out a minimum of one contest/performance and complete the co-curricular season in which he/she sits out. When appropriate in the sole discretion of administration, referral to AODA coordinator for project to be completed to regain eligibility.

4. Fourth Offense - Exclusion from the co-curricular activities program. 2. Minor Violations - include but are not limited to: school suspensions, 3 detentions from the same

teacher/office, cheating, harassment, unsportsmanlike conduct to a crowd or opposing players, lying about a suspected violation, cheating on an assignment/test, etc. These violations are

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subject to a minimum one contest or performance suspension. Participants in co-curricular activities with contests or performances may practice during their period of suspension, but may not participate in contests or performances during that time. For activities without contests or performances, a term of suspension from meetings of that activity will be assigned by the administration. Three minor violations shall constitute a major violation.

3. A student, disqualified from a contest for flagrant or unsportsmanlike conduct, is suspended from WIAA interscholastic competition for no less than the next competitive

event (but not less than one complete game or meet).[WIAA Rules of Eligibility, Article VII, Section 4]

4. Any student charged and/or convicted of a felony shall, upon the filing of felony charges, become ineligible for all further participation until the student has paid his/her debt to society, and the courts consider the sentence served (including probation, community service, etc).

Any suspension which results in a student missing any portion of a WIAA tournament results in the student athlete being ineligible for the remainder of the tournament series.

C. Procedures for Enforcement 1. The high school principal will evaluate the evidence to determine whether a violation has

occurred. This evidence may take many forms. If the violation is reported by an individual and there is no other evidence other than an eyewitness report, the high school principal may ask the individual reporting a violation of the athletic and activity code to submit a signed statement listing the time, place and type of violation. Other evidence may be used that does not require a signed statement.

2. The student will be accorded the opportunity to be heard by the principal prior to any suspension. The student will also have the right to appeal as outlined in sub “D” below.

3. The student and parents or guardians will be notified in writing of any policy violation(s). 4. A student suspended from athletics and/or activities must remain in good standing; that means

continuing to practice and attend all athletic/activity code meetings. 5. Additional violations occurring during one suspension period will not be served

concurrently, but will begin as soon as the first suspension period is completed. 6. Violations are cumulative and carry over from ninth grade through twelfth grade. For

example, if the first violation occurred during a student’s freshman year, the student’s next violation whenever it occurs will be considered as a second offense.

7. Concerts and all other events that are part of the classroom requirements are exempt from this policy. All exemptions will be approved by the high school principal at the beginning of the school year.

D. Appeal Process This Appeal Process outlines the procedure in the event that a student involved feels a wrong decision has been made. The appeal process steps are used to appeal decisions relating to eligibility or code violations. There will be no stay of penalties during an appeal process. The provisions as outlined shall be the sole and exclusive remedy for appeal.

Step 1: After a ruling by the principal that results in suspension of a student, the student, parents, or guardians may appeal the decision in writing to the principal provided the appeal is received within 5 working days from the first day of ineligibility. The penalty shall be enforced during any appeal. Step 2: The principal within 5 working school days of receipt of such written appeal shall set a date for a hearing with the Co-Curricular Council. This council will consist of: the assistant principal, the athletic director, one co-curricular head coach, one non-athletic co-curricular advisor, two teachers, and the school counselor. This council will be created by the principal

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annually at the beginning of the school year. The principal will replace any members who may have a conflict of interest on a particular appeal. The Co-Curricular Council may uphold or reverse the suspension. The decision of the Co-Curricular Council is final and may not be appealed any further.

a. The student will be provided with an opportunity to testify and present evidence at the hearing. b. The student’s parents or guardian will be provided with an opportunity to testify and present evidence. c. A summary of the hearing, including the decision, will be put in writing, and a copy of these documents will be mailed to the student and his/her parents or guardians.

Documents Required to Participate All documents except the Physical Card or Alternate Year Card are part of the school registration process in Family Access and can be submitted electronically. All Co-Curricular Activities

1. Co-Curricular Pledge / Emergency Information Last page of Co-Curricular Handbook. A student may participate in co-curricular activities only after a co-curricular pledge and emergency information have been received indicating that both the parent(s) and the student have read and understand the handbook and that they will support and maintain standards of conduct as set forth in that publication. Only one pledge form is required per academic year. This pledge form is completed electronically in Family Access. The Emergency Information Card gives parental permission to give emergency treatment if needed and parents cannot be reached. This precaution is taken because parents and students activities can result in injury. (This emergency card is found on the bottom half of the Co-Curricular Pledge form.)

2. WIAA High School Athletic Eligibility Information Bulletin. The parent-athlete rules of eligibility sign-off form must be completed prior to a student being declared eligible to practice and compete. One form is required per academic year.

3. Concussion Information Sign-off Students and Parents receive a fact sheet about concussions and sign-off that they have the information and understand the importance of reporting and seeking treatment if it is suspected that the student-athlete has sustained a concussion.

4. Athletic Trainer Permission Form This form gives permission for the student-athlete to be treated by the athletic trainer when necessary and for the student-athlete to be administered the Impact baseline test for concussion when they are a freshman, a junior, and 1st time participants.

5. Physical and Alternate Year cards - THIS STEP IS NOT AVAILABLE IN FAMILY ACCESS. A student may participate in interscholastic athletics only after the athletic director, through the coach, has a WIAA physical examination card on file which attests to: (a) parental permission to participate, and (b) current physical fitness as determined by a licensed physician. This precaution is taken because parents and student-athletes should be aware that sports can be high contact, which in turn, can result in injury. Students need a physical every two years in order to participate. On alternate years when a physical is not required, a WIAA alternate year card must be filled out by the parent. This card must also be on file before participation can begin. Both forms are available in the school office

Eligibility - WIAA All athletes must meet WIAA eligibility requirements as outlined in the applicable WIAA Handbooks. Insurance

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Per Fennimore Community School Board Policy 8760: A. Students are covered with an accident insurance policy from First Agency, Inc. This coverage insures the student from arrival at the school in the morning until departure at the end of the school day, including participation in co-curricular activities. This is a secondary insurance covering costs not covered by other insurance available to the student. This plan pays scheduled amounts for injuries sustained when a child is injured in a school sponsored activity. B. First Agency, Inc., permits excess coverage over student's primary insurance. First Agency, Inc., provides coverage to the limits stated in the policy. C. Students being transported in school vehicles are covered by a separate accident and liability policy. D. Eligibility and benefits under this insurance policy are subject to the plan provisions established by the insurance carrier. Transportation/Travel - School Board Policy 8640 It shall be the policy of the Board of Education to use regular or special-purpose school vehicles for transportation on field and other District-sponsored trips.

The transportation for all field and other District-sponsored trips is to be by vehicles owned or approved by the District and driven by approved drivers. Exceptions must have the approval of the District Administrator.

The District shall assume transportation costs for all approved field trips.

It will also assume the transportation costs for all other trips including co-curricular, athletic, and other extra-curricular trips.

Transportation may be limited by the availability of vehicles, drivers, and scheduling and will not be available when needed for general school purposes.

All field trips shall be supervised by members of the staff. All other District-sponsored trips shall be supervised by either staff members or adults from the sponsoring organization. Any time students are on the vehicle, at least one (1) sponsor, chaperone, or staff member is expected to ride in the vehicle as well as to supervise students on the vehicle, upon return to the District, and while they are waiting for rides home.

All students are expected to ride the approved vehicle to and from each activity. A special request must be made to the staff member or sponsor by the parent, in writing or in person, to allow an exception.

District students not affiliated with the trip activity, non-district students, and/or children of preschool age shall not be permitted to ride on the trip vehicle.

No student is allowed to drive on any trip. An exception may be made by the principal on an individual basis provided the student has written parental permission.

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STUDENT: I have read and understand the provisions of the co-curricular code.As a member of a co-curricular activity for the Fennimore Community Schools, I agree to maintain and

support the standards of conduct as set forth in the co-curricular code. Signed: ______________________________________ Date:________________________ PARENT: As a parent of a member of a co-curricular activity, I have read and understand the provisions of the co-curricular code. I support the standards of conduct set forth in the co-curricular code, and I will help my son/daughter to maintain them. Signed: Date: ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

EMERGENCY INFORMATION CARD Year in School: (circle grade) 7th 8th 9th 10th 11th 12th As a parent or guardian of _____________________________________________________________________

Last Name First Name Middle Initial In case of emergency occasioned by an accident or injury, to the greatest extent permitted by law, I give my permission to have the respective coach/advisor consent to needed medical attention by the nearest physician, first responder, and/or hospital. Known Allergies to drugs/anesthetics/bee sting:_______________________________________ Date of Birth________________________________ Home Phone:_____________________________ Father's Name_______________________________ Address:_________________________________ Father's Employment_________________________ _________________________________ Work Phone________________________________ Cellular Phone____________________________ Mother's Name______________________________ Address_________________________________ Mother's Employment_________________________ _________________________________

Work Phone_________________________________ Cellular Phone____________________________ Emergency Number___________________________ Insurance Co. & Number____________________ Family Doctor_______________________________ Phone Number____________________________ Family Dentist_______________________________ Phone Number____________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature_________________________________________________Date______________ Addendum to 2020-21 Student Handbooks

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TITLE IX The Board prohibits sexual harassment that occurs within its education programs and activities. When the District has actual knowledge of sexual harassment in its education program or activity against a person in the United States, it shall promptly respond in a manner that is not deliberately indifferent. District Title IX Coordinators The Board designates the following individuals to serve as the District’s Title IX Coordinators Boone Tollefson Carmen Burkum Middle/High School Principal Elementary Principal 608-822-3245, ext. 3100 608-822-3285 ext. 2100 510 7th Street, Fennimore, WI 53809

830 Madison Street, Fennimore, WI 53809

tollefsonb@fennimore.K12.wi.us burkumc@fennimore.k12.wi.us The Title IX coordinators will be available during regular school/work hours to discuss concerns related to student discrimination in educational opportunities under this policy. See school district policy #2266 for more information. COVID 19 Requirements Face Coverings over the nose and mouth are required by all students when inside the buildings or buses/school transportation. They can be removed for eating and drinking. They can be removed when outside and social distancing of 6 feet or more is maintained. When outside and social distancing of 6 feet or more can not be maintained, face coverings must be worn. If a student is not able to wear a face covering, a note must be provided by a medical doctor documenting the reason. Students with a medical excuse will be issued a face shield to be worn in the same environments as face coverings. Students who are quarantined or isolated due to COVID 19 must provide documentation from their resident county health department or medical doctor for the length of leave and when they can safely return to school. This information will remain confidential to the extent required by law.

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