LYNDON BAINES JOHNSON & TAMUNING ELEMENTARY...

LYNDON BAINES JOHNSON &

TAMUNING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL “Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges”

Home of the Angels Home of the Whales

STUDENT/PARENT HANDBOOK

SCHOOL YEAR 2019-2020

Carolyn Ann Diaz Camacho Josephine E. Parel-Fontbuena

Principal Assistant Principal

Student’s Name

Teacher’s Name:

Grade: _____________ Room #: ___________

554 Route 14

Chalan San Antonio Road

Tamuning, Guam 96913 Telephone No.: (671) 646-8058

#140 Felis Street

Tamuning, Guam 96913

Telephone No.: (671) 646-5046/9

Website: http://lbjtames.weebly.com

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GUAM DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION “20/20: A Clear Vision for Education on Guam”

GDOE’s VISION

“Every Student: Responsible, Respectful and Ready for Life” GDOE’S MISSION

Our educational community prepares all students for life, promotes excellence, and provides support.

TAMUNING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

“HOME OF THE WHALES”

SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY The Tamuning Elementary School community fosters an environment

that focuses on the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual

development of each child. It is our shared vision that a well-balanced

curriculum will enable all students to adapt to the many changes

throughout their formative years and beyond. Our greatest success as a

school community is in preparing all students to become well-rounded

and responsible individuals, fully capable of furthering their education,

and eventually becoming worthwhile contributors to their society.

MISSION STATEMENT We strive to be well-rounded and responsible citizens,

who show respect for ourselves, others, and our community, who

behave appropriately, reach for academic excellence,

set goals and work towards them, communicate effectively, and serve

others willingly in order to build a better world.

SCHOOLWIDE LEARNER OUTCOMES (SLO’S)

Students at Tamuning Elementary School will become…

Well-Mannered Individuals who:

Display appropriate behavior and are accountable for their actions.

Interact effectively in groups.

Highly Responsible Citizens who:

Demonstrate respect for themselves, others, and the community.

Understand and appreciate diverse cultures, traditions, and values.

Academic Achievers who:

Strive for excellence in their academic studies.

Seek solutions to problems effectively.

Assume leadership roles.

Life-Long Learners who:

Set goals and work toward their accomplishment.

Apply learned knowledge and skills to real-life situations.

Anticipate change and adjust to new experiences.

Achieve balance in their everyday lives.

Effective Communicators who:

Speak, read, and write in various forms of expression.

Listen reflectively and critically to all points of view.

Make informed decisions.

Service-Minded Individuals who:

Demonstrate an understanding of, respect for, and responsibility for environmental and global issues.

Are motivated to make a positive difference.

Recognize the interdependence of all people.

Willingly serve others.

LYNDON BAINES JOHNSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL “HOME OF THE ANGELS”

SCHOOL’S VISION STATEMENT

Every student will exit Lyndon Baines Johnson Elementary School

prepared and eager to take on the challenges of the next grade level

and beyond.

SCHOOL’S MISSION STATEMENT

Lyndon Baines Johnson Elementary School will provide each student

with a safe and enjoyable learning environment. Each student will be

prepared academically, socially, emotionally, and physically to meet

the challenges of the millennium.

SCHOOLWIDE LEARNER OUTCOMES (SLO’S)

(Adopted: LBJ Elementary School Community, April 7, 2001)

At LBJ Elementary School, the whole child will…

Accept Cultural Diversity by:

demonstrating a willingness to share

fostering their knowledge and appreciation of themselves as individuals and as members of a group

developing an enthusiastic and creative interaction with diversity

Navigate into Technology by:

using technology in ways that are essential, important and meaningful to the curriculum

demonstrating a competency with use of computers and other technological equipment

making connections between what is learned and what they see on the computer screen and other technological

equipment

Gain Self-Confidence by:

effectively communicating with peers

demonstrating a positive self-image

expressing their ideas, experiences and other talents Express and Develop Creativity by:

expressing individuality through the fine arts (i.e. music, role playing, creative writing, artwork, and P.E.)

Learn Expected Academics Skills by:

developing age-appropriate skills

being able to demonstrate mastery of skills in all subject areas

comprehending and applying what is learned in everyday life

Strive for Success by:

showing motivation when learning new things

demonstrating good work and study habits

being risk takers, assuming challenges and making sound decisions

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LYNDON B. JOHNSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SY 2019-2020 Bell Schedule

7:15 a.m. Staff Reporting Time; Arrival of Students

FOR SAFETY PURPOSES, STUDENTS MUST NOT BE ON CAMPUS PRIOR TO 7:15 A.M.

8:15 a.m.

Teacher Reporting Time & Class Preparations

8:30 a.m. Instruction Begins

MORNING RECESS TIMES 9:45-10:00 a.m.

Pre-Kindergarten Recess

10:00-10:15 a.m.

Kindergarten Morning Recess

10:15-10:30 a.m. 1st Grade Morning Recess

LUNCH PERIODS

11:15 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Pre-Kindergarten

11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. K-1, K-2, K-3, K-4, & K-5 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m. K-7, K-8, K-9, F-3, & F-4 12:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m. F-6, F-7, F-8, & F-9

2:43 p.m. Dismissal

3:30 p.m. School Office Closed

5:00 p.m.

End of ASPIRE

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TAMUNING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SY 2019-2020

Bell Schedule

7:15 a.m. Arrival of Students

FOR SAFETY PURPOSES, STUDENTS MUST NOT BE ON CAMPUS PRIOR TO 7:15 A.M.

8:15 a.m. Teacher Reporting Time & Class Preparations

8:30 a.m. Instruction Begins

MORNING RECESS TIMES

9:30-9:45 a.m. Primary Morning Recess (2nd Grade & 3rd Grade)

9:45-10:00 a.m.

Intermediate Morning Recess (4th Grade & 5th Grade)

LUNCH PERIODS

11:15 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

2nd Grade Lunch Period

11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. 3rd Grade Lunch Period

11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 4th Grade Lunch Period 12:00 p.m.-12:45 p.m. 5th Grade Lunch Period

2:43 p.m. Dismissal

3:30 p.m. School Office Closed

5:00 p.m.

End of ASPIRE

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- SCHOOL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES - SCHOOL HOURS

The regular elementary school day begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 2:43 p.m. daily. Five (5) hours are allotted for classroom

instruction, and one hour for recess and lunch combined. School gates will open at 7:15 AM. Students will NOT be allowed on the

school campus earlier than 7:15 a.m. Classroom instruction begins promptly at 8:30 a.m., and dismissal is at 2:43 p.m.

GATE CLOSURE TIMES

School gates open at 7:15 a.m. for students. To ensure our student’s safety, the exit gate will be closed after 8:30 a.m. Both entrance

and exit gates will be closed at 2:00 p.m. until buses depart.

CLOSED CAMPUS Lyndon B. Johnson & Tamuning Elementary Schools are closed campuses. This means all visitors must check in at the front gate and

that students cannot leave the school grounds at any time without the permission of an administrator. Students must stay within the

designated areas on campus upon arrival, during breakfast, recess, and lunch periods. Students are not allowed in the classrooms

without proper supervision. A parent or guardian must sign out a student in the main office when picking up students early. Leaving

campus without permission from an administrator will warrant suspension.

VISITORS

Visitors to the school are welcomed. However, since the administrators are primarily responsible for all persons on campus, visitors

are required to obtain clearance/visitors pass from the office BEFORE proceeding to the classrooms. “Any person found on school

campus without permission from the principal shall be guilty of a misdemeanor”. Government Code of Guam, Section 11503.

Therefore, please sign in at the office before visiting any areas on our school campus.

TOBACCO & ALCOHOL FREE ZONE

The school strictly prohibits smoking, alcohol possession/consumption, and tobacco use.

STUDENT VISIT(S) TO OFFICE

Students may visit the office to address matters with administrators, teachers or staff. We ask all students to observe the following

when visiting the office: 1) Enter and exit quietly 2) Wait to be assisted 3) Remain Well-mannered and 4) Attain a pass to the office

after receiving authorization from school personnel during instructional time. The use of the school telephone by students is reserved

for emergency situations.

ENROLLMENT (Board Policy 330)

Guam's law on school attendance requires students between the ages of 5 to 16 years to attend school.

*Student must turn five (5) years old on or before July 30 of the current school year. In order for a student to be officially enrolled certain requirements are necessary including:

1. Birth Certificate or Passport 2. Social Security Number (Optional) 3. Shot Record with updated shots to include current PPD with results 4. Current physical examination completed by a doctor 5. Verification of residence (Mayor’s verification, Lease Agreement, utility bill, or notarized Statement of Living

Arrangements)

6. Withdrawal Form/Health Audit/Report Card from last school attended (if applicable) 7. Guardianship/Court Ordered Documents (if applicable)

STUDENT ENROLLMENT VERIFICATION

Parents who may need a Student Enrollment Verification are asked to request this information from the school at least one day in

advance. This may be done by a phone call to the school. Verifications must be picked up by the parent/guardian within 3-working

days from date of request. Parents/guardians may contact Ms. Tina Camacho at LBJ main office or email her at [email protected]

or Ms. Grace Cruz at TAMES main office or email her at [email protected].

For students in pre-kindergarten through second grade an identification card should be tagged to your child’s shirt. Your child's

teacher will provide you with the appropriate classroom information. Please pin the card on to your child's clothes (no identification

necklace please). Feel free to ask your child's teacher for assistance.

The identification card should state the following information on the front:

Child's full name (first and last)

Type of transportation they are to use to get home (car rider, bus rider, and/or ASPIRE)

Bus riders must indicate the correct bus information (bus number and/or shape, and the name of their drop-off station)

Your child's classroom number and/or teacher's name

mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]

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The identification card should state the following information on the back:

Name of School (LBJ or TamES)

Contact person and number to call

Home address

For the first month of the school year, your child must wear a name tag every day. This will allow the school faculty, staff and bus

drivers to become familiar with all new students. This also assures your child’s safety and welfare as they travel to and from school.

STUDENT EMERGENCY INFORMATION All information on the student emergency health card must be completed. If during the school year your phone number or any other

information changes on the emergency card, please inform the school of the changes. The importance of providing updated

information, especially contact numbers cannot be over emphasized.

Critical and sudden medical emergencies will be handled according to policies and procedures. School personnel will immediately

contact parents/guardians. It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to transport their child to the hospital for illness or injury.

However, if parents or guardians fail to respond while being contacted, the child will be transported via ambulance to the hospital

emergency room. The school personnel will continue their efforts to contact parents/guardians until they have been informed.

CHANGES TO STUDENT EMERGENCY INFORMATION

Please inform your child’s teacher and the school office of any changes to your child’s Emergency Information Card. It is imperative

that all student information be currently updated. In the event of an emergency, it is very important that we have the correct

information in order to contact parents/guardians immediately. All changes must be submitted in writing to the office. The school

office must always have current information on your child’s Emergency Information Card. Changes particularly include the

following:

contact numbers

change of residency-must provide new verification of residence

medical conditions and/or allergies to food & other substances

court documents (child’s guardianship or pertaining to any type of restraining order issued)

STUDENT DRESS CODE (Board Policy 401) The school community supports and embraces Board Policy 401. The intent of this

policy is to promote appropriate attire, unity and pride, safety and security, minimize social economic distinction, promote an

environment free of harassment and improve student behavior. Uniforms may be purchased at Royal Bics (across Atkins

Kroll/Toyota in Tamuning).

School uniform shirts must be worn daily. Failure to wear uniform shirts may result in, but are not limited to, the following: Parents/guardians being notified, Office Discipline Referral (ODR) for dress code violation, and/or non-participation in school

activities or fieldtrips.

Students are to wear khaki bottoms and refrain from wearing denim/jeans. The length of skorts, shorts, and skirts must be no more than four (4) inches above the knee measured from a kneeling position.

All students are required to wear closed-toe footwear to minimize accidents on school campus (rubber soled-shoes highly encouraged). Students wearing open-toe footwear will remain in the office until parents/guardians provide proper footwear.

The main office accepts uniform donations from students that have withdrawn, transferred or are promoted to middle school or from students who no longer fit uniforms.

STUDENT RELEASE (Board Policy 440)

Students leaving campus during school hours must be signed out of the school office by the parent/guardian. No student will be

released to any other person unless the parent/guardian has communicated to the school administration and/or named in the authorized

list. The parent/guardian must provide in writing the following information: (1) the name of the authorized person and (2) the date

and time for such release. A Valid Photo identification will be requested from the authorized individual.

TEXTBOOKS

Students are responsible for assigned classroom textbooks. Lost or damaged textbooks must be paid for a student to be cleared at the

end of the school year. Therefore, students are expected to take good care of their textbooks throughout the school year.

STUDENT HOMEWORK

In keeping with the belief that reinforcement of learned skills leads to academic success, teachers may assign homework. When

teachers assign homework, it is the students’ responsibility to take note of the assignment and turn in all completed homework when

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due. Assignments should be completed by the student. It is important to assist your child by discussing and explaining assignments

and guiding your child through the process of completing the assignment given.

LOST AND FOUND

Found articles should be taken to the lost and found area in the main office. Personal belongings should be marked with student’s

names. Please remember the school is not responsible for loss of or damage of personal property.

FIELD TRIPS

Field trips may be scheduled during the school year to supplement lessons and expose students to additional information with regards

to the unit of study. Any child without a written consent form will not be allowed to participate. Permission given over the phone

will not be accepted. Students are representatives of Tamuning Elementary School and are expected to conduct themselves

appropriately. Please discuss behavioral expectations with your child/ren before each field trip. School uniform must be worn on all

field trips.

STUDENT WITHDRAWAL OR TRANSFER

Parents who will be withdrawing their child from LBJ and/or Tamuning Elementary School or who will be transferring their child to

another school must give the school office an advanced notice of at least three (3) instructional days. This will give the office staff

ample time to prepare the necessary paperwork. Please ensure that all outstanding financial obligations, i.e., breakfast, lunch, and/or

library charges, lost or damaged textbooks are paid in full. Upon request from the receiving school, LBJ and/or TamES will forward

all students' records/cumulative folders (Progress Reports, Report Card, etc.…). For detailed information, you may contact either Ms.

Tina Camacho (LBJ) or Ms. Louise Cruz (TamES) in the main office.

- SCHOOL MEALS -

LBJ & TamES participate in the Federal School Lunch Program. The daily menu is subject to change without prior notice due to non-

arrival of commodities. A weekly menu will be posted in the office. It is recommended that parents ensure that their child eats

healthy, well-balanced meals. If your child is not eating breakfast or lunch from the cafeteria, please ensure that your child eats a

good breakfast before arriving to school, and provide a packed lunch. A light mid-morning or mid-afternoon snack may be packed. A

list of healthful and acceptable snack choices will be provided to you by your child’s teacher at the beginning of the school year, to

help you prepare your child’s snack.

BREAKFAST

Under the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), breakfast will be served at no cost to all students beginning at 7:15 a.m. to

8:15a.m.

LUNCH

Under the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), lunch will be served at no cost to all students.

Students may bring packed lunch.

FOODS WITH MINIMAL AND MINIMUM NUTRITIONAL VALUE (Board Policy 705)

The recently approved Board Policy 705, Food & Nutrition Services Management Policy adopted on July 27, 2005, foods with

minimal nutritional value (such as soda, ice cream or similar products, licorice, hot/spicy chips, marshmallow candy, chewing gum,

candy, candy coated popcorn, etc.) are highly discouraged from being consumed at school. In addition, for the safety of all students,

edible holiday or edible seasonal treats are prohibited from distribution to students/classmates (ex: Halloween candy,

Valentine’s Day popcorn, Christmas Cookie-pops, etc.). ABSOLUTELY NO CLASSROOM PARTIES ARE ALLOWED ON

CAMPUS.

- ATTENDANCE -

TARDIES Students who arrive after 8:30 a.m. are tardy. Tardy students MUST obtain a tardy slip in the office before proceeding to

class. We encourage parents to use the bus system to ensure that their child gets to school on time. Any student who is tardy will be

disqualified for the Perfect Attendance Award/Recognition. In addition, 3 unexcused tardies may lead to an Office Discipline Referral

(ODR).

ABSENCES Attendance is taken and reported to the office daily by teachers. Failure to attend school regularly interferes with

schoolwork and student learning. All students are urged to attend school every day unless there is a good reason for absence.

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The following are considered the only legal reasons for absence: illness of student, death in the immediate family, medical/dental

appointment, or natural disasters beyond control. The Department has implemented the Power Announcement software that informs

parents that a child is absent from school. An alert, which is an automated message, is sent twice a day. To ensure this system is used

efficiently, it is important to keep your contact information on file, up to date, at all times.

Upon returning to school following an absence, a note must be given to the teacher. The note must contain the following (1) students’

name, (2) date(s) of absence(s), and (3) reason for absence. A parent or guardian must sign the note. Students who are absent from

school for 3 or more days will require a doctor’s note. All absences require a note from home or the doctor. Any absence without

a valid reason is listed as an unexcused absence. Habitual absences are reported to the school’s truant officer.

TITLE 17 GUAM CODE ANNOTATED STATES IN PART:

Section 6102: Duty to send children to school

Any parent, guardian or other person having control or charge of any child between the ages five (5) and sixteen (16), not exempted

under provision of this Article, shall send the child to a public or private full-time day school for the full-time of which such school is

in session. Any person who fails to comply with these provisions is guilty of violation for the first offense and subject to a fine.

Section 6401: (3) Truant

Truant means a pupil found to be absent from school without a reasonable and a bona fide excuse from a parent for more than three

(3) days during any school year.

Section 6402: Habitual Truant

A pupil is a habitual truant if he/she has been reported as a truant three (3) or more times. If any pupil is a habitual truant, the

principal or designee of the school shall request to the Superintendent to file a position concerning such habitual truant in the Family

Court of Guam.

Section 6403: Attendance Officer

The Superintendent shall appoint employees of the Guam Department of Education as attendance officers. The attendance officers,

any peace officer, or principal may take into custody during school hours, without warrant, any truant found any from his home and

who has been reported truant.

PRE-ARRANGED ABSENCES

Off island travel during instructional days must be approved by the school administrator prior to any travel arrangements. A written

request, proof of travel and travel itinerary must be submitted at least 5 instructional days prior to departure. This will allow the

school to complete necessary forms and prepare student work to be completed during the absence. Students are required to submit

completed assignments upon their return to school. The school administrator has the discretionary authority to approve or disapprove

requests for pre-arranged absences.

PARTIAL ABSENCES

We discourage partial absences and ask that every effort be made to schedule medical/dental appointments after school hours. If a

partial absence cannot be avoided, give a brief note indicating the date and time of your child’s appointment to your child’s teacher at

least 2 days prior to the appointment date. When picking up your child, you must first sign in at the office and fill out the appropriate

release forms. School personnel will be sent to escort your child to the office.

REFERRALS FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH ATTENDANCE POLICY

Excessive absences, unexcused absences, and habitual tardiness will be reported to the truant officer for appropriate action. The

determination for referral is at the discretion of the school administration and will be based on board policy.

- DAILY ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL PROCEDURES -

STUDENT TRANSPORTATION

Your child’s mode of transportation to and from school must be indicated on the Student Information Sheet. You must also indicate

how your child will be transported home in the event that students are released early due to power outage, water outage, inclement

weather conditions or other types of emergency incidents.

Changes in mode of transportation, bus, bus station, or designated person for pick-up must be reported in writing to the school

office. Phone calls will NOT be entertained for any changes in mode of transportation.

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BUS RIDERS: Riding the bus is a privilege. Students are expected to show respect to the bus driver and consideration for

everyone in the bus. The school does not make the bus schedule so please contact the Department of Public Works for information

regarding your child’s bus station, bus numbers or any questions regarding bus transportation. It is highly recommended that an

adult member of your family supervises your child/ren in the morning at the bus stop and when your child is dropped off after

school.

The following are expectations while on the bus:

Students are expected to be safe, be respectful, and be responsible.

Be Safe Be Respectful Be Responsible Walk to the bus

Wait in line

Sit and face forward

Keep aisles clear

Follow the bus driver’s directions

Keep hands and feet to yourself

Use kind words and actions

Keep all objects inside the bus

Keep the bus clean and graffiti free

Be on time

Stay in assigned areas

Take control of belongings when getting on & off the bus

Ask for help when needed

Pick up trash when you leave the bus

Violation of the above rules may result in one of the following disciplinary actions:

1. Verbal Warning

2. Notice sent home

3. Conference with Parent(s)

4. Possible denial of bus privilege until parent(s) conference is held

Bus Drivers have the authority to maintain order of their buses. They do not have authority to exclude a student from riding without

due process. The disciplining of students for infractions of bus rules is a responsibility of the bus driver. An ODR and a written

description of the infraction(s) shall be submitted by the DPW bus driver to the school principal. The school shall respond to the

reported infraction(s) on buses using the same procedure applied to infractions on school campus. Incidences that occur on the bus

MUST be reported to the Bus Driver or Bus Operations immediately at 646-3166.

If your child regularly rides the bus to and from school and you wish to have your child ride on a different bus or picked up by car,

please send a note with your request via your child. For safety reasons, requests via telephone will not be entertained.

CAR RIDERS

The only designated area for LBJ student drop-off and/or pick up is located at the lower gate (on Chalan San Antonio), and TamES

drop-off and/or pickup is area is located at Bldg. C. Respective guidelines for student drop-off and pick up area must be adhered to.

Remember, these rules are necessary to ensure everyone’s safety, especially our very young students. Because a few accidents have

happened in the past and because there are still instances of rules and proper procedures not being followed, it has become necessary

to impose the following sanctions for anyone who breaks the rules or does not follow directions:

For the safety of all students, students must not be dropped off before 7:15 a.m. and picked-up by 3:00pm but no later than 3:15pm., as

the main office closes at 3:30pm.

If a child is not picked up by 3:15p.m., the following consequences are as follows:

First Offense Mandatory Conference with Principal/Assistant Principal

Second Offense Official written warning

Third Offense Charges for child endangerment filed

Guam law prohibits children less than 12 years of age from being transported on the back/bed of a pick-up truck and also requires the

use of seat belts for all children. We ask that you are compliant with local laws.

The following procedure must be adhered to during student dismissal:

LBJ CAMPUS

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Form a single car line awaiting dismissal and proceed through the pick-up area.

Follow directions of school personnel.

A sign/placard of your child/children’s name(s) and names of other students (carpooling) must be displayed in the windshield or dash board.

Your child/ren will be brought to your vehicle, and you must ensure students have seat belts on before you proceed.

As you exit Chalan San Antonio you MUST turn RIGHT and proceed all the way through Archbishop Flores’ Loop to your destination. DO NOT ENTER THE CENTER LANE AND TURN LEFT TO AVOID THE LOOP. This practice of taking

shortcuts is extremely dangerous and has caused numerous accidents in the past.

TamES CAMPUS

Before proceeding on campus to the pick-up area Bldg. C, vehicles are to wait outside the gate (along the lane closest to the sidewalk) until the buses are released/leave campus.

After buses depart campus, parents are to form a single car line awaiting dismissal and proceeding through the car rider path.

Follow the directions of school personnel.

A sign/placard of your child/children’s name(s) and names of other students (carpooling) must be displayed in the windshield or dash board.

LBJ & TamES Car riders must be picked up by 3:00 p.m. After 3:15 p.m., students will be brought to the office and will be

considered late pick up. Parents are then required to sign their child out in the late pick up log. After three (3) late pick-ups, parents

will meet with administrators and may be asked to provide proof of residency.

- STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES -

SCHOOL HEALTH COUNSELOR

The School Health Counselor is a registered nurse. Her role is to provide on-site health care to our students. Keep in mind however,

that parents have the major responsibility for your child’s health. Do not send your child to school if he/she is sick. This will only

prolong the illness or jeopardize the health of other students. In the event of an illness or accident requiring medical attention, but not

classified as an emergency, you will be contacted so that you may take your child home or to the clinic.

All students must present valid documentation of having received all immunizations as a condition for school attendance (DTP/TD#1,

TOPV/IPV31, MMR/MR). Only official immunization cards or a note on an official medical letterhead signed by duly authorized

medical personnel will be accepted. Students who do not present valid documentation shall be denied entrance to school. Students

discovered to be in non-compliance with these minimal requirements, PPD test results or other required immunizations will be asked

to submit valid documentation of having received them when they are due. Parents will receive written notification of immunization

records that are not turned in or not up to date. A student may be denied further entrance to school until required documents are

submitted. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our school nurse in the office.

MEDICATION

No medication will be administered to any child by the school nurse or her designee without written authorization from the parents or

guardians. If your child is on medication to be administered during school hours, please report to the Nurse’s Office to complete the

“Medication Consent Form.” In addition to completing the consent form, the original prescription label must be presented to the

nurse. If your child is taking medication at home which may cause certain side effects, contact the Nurse’s Office so that the school

can be aware in case there are any problems. If your child has any special problems or needs, please inform the school as well by

reporting such information to the Nurse’s Office. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the school nurse at 300-2602.

COUNSELING SERVICES

The School Counselor works to promote a positive climate in relationship to the academic, social, and emotional well-being of our

students. The counselor will also look at the whole child and address issues, concerns, interventions etc., which will assist the child.

The counselor also conducts pro-active programs to inform and empower students so that they are aware of their rights and

responsibilities.

CHILD STUDY TEAM PROCESS (CST)

When a classroom teacher is concerned about a student’s physical, cognitive, or socio-emotional development causing extraordinary

behavioral problems and/or below grade level functioning, a referral is initiated. The current referral process depends greatly on

classroom teachers who initiate the referral process. When this is done, a Child Study Team (CST) is notified to convene and begin

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the process of ensuring that the necessary supports are provided. The School’s Counselor is currently tasked with coordinating the

child study process. As the child study progresses, the procedure calls for immediate notification of the child’s parents if a disability

is suspected. Any subsequent meetings must then include the child’s parents. The first meeting is a planning meeting at which time

all available information is reviewed by the parents, the CST, the child’s teacher, and others who might have knowledge of the child

and his or her difficulty in school. Following review of the information, a decision is made whether or not the child potentially has an

educational disability. If there is agreement that an evaluation should be conducted, the nature and scope of the evaluation is

discussed and a written consent for the evaluation must be signed by the parents. A copy of each document that is prepared and/or

signed is provided to the parents, and they are reminded throughout the process of their parental rights.

Members of the CST conduct individual evaluations based on their areas of specialization. A written report is prepared and sent to the

parents in advance of an Eligibility Meeting, held to discuss all the evaluations and to present CST recommendations. Again, parent

input is an important part of this process. Parents have the option of enlisting the assistance of anyone they choose and to have them

present during meetings.

LIBRARY

Students will be given the opportunity to visit the library with their class. Students may check out books; however, if books are lost,

stolen or damaged after a student checks them out, he/she will be charged for the replacement of the book(s). Overdue books must be

returned and/or lost books must be paid before a student is allowed to check out additional books.

- SPECIAL PROGRAMS –

CHAMORRO: Public Law 21-31 mandates the teaching of Chamorro Language and Culture.

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) PROGRAM: The English as a Second Language (ESL) program supports those

who are at a disadvantage because they are not proficient in the language of instruction.

GIFTED AND TALENTED EDUCATION (GATE) PROGRAM: The GATE Program is a “pull-out’ program. Students

identified in this program are challenged and their gifts and talents are academically enriched.

SPECIAL EDUCATION (SPED) PROGRAM: The Special Education Program ensures the provision of education for students

with special needs in a way that addresses their individual differences and needs. This process involves the individually planned and

systematically monitored arrangement of teaching procedures, adaptive equipment and materials, accessible settings, and other

interventions designed to help learners with special needs achieve a higher level of personal self-sufficiency and success in school and

community. Common special needs include challenges with learning and communication, emotional and behavioral disorders, physical disabilities,

and developmental disorders. Students with these kinds of special needs are likely to benefit from additional educational services such

as different approaches to teaching, use of technology, a specifically adapted teaching area or resource room.

Another support system for students with disabilities at Tamuning Elementary School includes pull-out services for the Resource

Room, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, etc. Children, who have disabilities but whose disabilities do not

interfere with their ability to progress in general education, are not eligible for special education services. However, they may be

entitled to a 504 Accommodation Plan. A 504 Accommodation Plan is designed to accommodate the unique needs of an individual

with a disability, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM for INSTRUCTIONAL REMEDIATION and ENRICHMENT (ASPIRE) PROGRAM

The ASPIRE Program provides quality academic instructional remediation and enrichment to qualifying students. Students who are

academically struggling in class qualify for this intervention and enrichment program. The school will contact you should your child

qualify to participate in the ASPIRE Program. It is important to indicate on the ASPIRE registration form, how your child will be

getting home when the ASPIRE Program is not in session, or if classes are dismissed early.

- GRADING POLICY-

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Pilot Pre-Kindergarten students are evaluated at the end of each semester. GATE Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten and First Grade

students are evaluated quarterly and their progress recorded in the report card. The following evaluation scale relays how the child is

performing on a skill/subject area:

1st Grade Report Card Grade Scale 1

st Grade Citizenship Grade Code

A = 90%-100% E = Excellent Progress

B = 80% - 89% S = Satisfactory Progress

C= 70% - 79% N = Needs Improvement

D = 60% - 69%

F = 59 % and below

REPORT CARDS/GRADING

Progress reports are given every mid-quarter. This report is used to inform parents of their child’s academic progress. Report cards are

issued at the end of each quarter. The grading policy for the various grade levels is as follows:

MID-QUARTER PROGRESS REPORTS/QUARTERLY REPORT CARDS/PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES

Mid-quarter progress reports will be sent home via each student. These must be signed and returned to your child’s teacher. Report cards are

also distributed every quarter and must also be signed and returned. Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled twice during the school year,

after 1st quarter and 3

rd quarters.

Note: Grading Policy is status quo and, may be subject to change due to the districts adoption of the Standards Based Grading (SBA)

system. More information will be forthcoming regarding the Standards Based Grading (SBG) System.

PORTFOLIO SHOWCASE (LBJ)

At the end of the year, LBJ conducts a portfolio showcase. This showcase is a meaningful and age-appropriate experience for our young

children. Parents have the opportunity to sit and visit with their child while their child talks about his/her portfolio with their parents. A

portfolio is a collection of “student” work from the beginning to the end of the year which shows student progress in academic and social

growth. It is imperative that parents attend the portfolio showcase to support their child in their excitement of progress as they share their

successes for the school year.

PARENT PORTAL

In addition, the Parent Portal is an asset to parents who wish to monitor their child’s academic progress and/or daily attendance throughout the

school year. During SY 13-14, letters were given to all parents of public school students providing the Parent Username and Parent Password

needed to create an account. Parents of first-time public school students or parents who may need this information may contact Ms. Tina

Camacho (LBJ) in the main office or email her at [email protected] or Ms. Louise Cruz (TamES) in the main office or email her at

[email protected].

- SCHOOL WIDE DISCIPLINE -

Kindergarten Report Card Grade Scale

M=Skill performed Most of the time

S=Skill performed Some of the time

I=Skill Improving but needs more time and help

/=Skill not evaluated at this time

GRADES 2nd

-5th

CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT A = 90-100 E = EXCELLENT PROGRESS B = 80-89 S = SATISFACTORY PROGRESS C = 70-79 N = NEEDS IMPROVEMENT D = 60-69 F = 59 & Below

Pilot Pre-Kindergarten Grade Scale

B=Beginning

D=Developing

P=Progressing

GATE Pre-Kindergarten Grade Scale

A=Almost Always

S=Sometimes

N=Needs Improvement

/=Not evaluated

mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]

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LBJ & Tamuning Elementary Schools’ has an average student population of 880 students. Because of this large student

count, we need to ensure that every student is provided a safe environment. We also desire a harmonious environment

conducive to quality education. To accomplish this, LBJ & TamES has adopted the PBIS (Positive Behavioral

Interventions Support) initiative. It is a team based systemic approach in teaching the behavioral expectations throughout

the school. It is based on a proactive model which teaches appropriate behaviors, reinforces, and recognizes children who

can model these behaviors

PBIS also has systems in place to support children who have a difficult time and may display more challenging behaviors.

The PBIS approach promotes a school-wide discipline system that addresses the entire school—in and outside the

classroom. This is more explicitly stated in the School-wide Behavior Expectations matrix below. Every person who

works in the school is aware of the behavioral expectations and works to ensure students are consistently getting the same

message regardless of the setting they are in; or the adult they encounter.

Philosophy:

PBIS is a team based systemic approach in teaching the behavioral expectations throughout the school. It is based on a

proactive model which teaches the behaviors, reinforces and recognizes children who can model these behaviors and has

systems in place to support children who have a difficult time or may present with more challenging behaviors. The team

approach is what truly makes this system work and we really need every family’s support to help us be successful.

Approach:

Instead of using a patchwork of individual behavioral management plans we have moved to a school-wide discipline

system that addresses the entire school, the classroom, areas outside the classroom (such as hallways, restrooms, cafeteria,

offices, playground etc.). Every person who works in the school is aware of the behavioral expectations and works to

ensure students are consistently getting the same message regardless of the setting they are in, or the adult they come in

contact with. In order to accomplish this task, these are the critical components of PBIS that are implemented school-

wide.

They are:

Behavioral Expectations are Defined: A small number of clearly defined behavioral expectations are simply stated in positive terms. Hopefully you are or will become aware of them.

The school-wide behavioral expectations are: Be Safe, Be Respectful, & Be Responsible

Behavioral Expectations are Taught: Teachers will create lessons on the expectations. These lessons are taught throughout the year through direct teaching with the help of some helpers in which can be reinforced

at the home-front.

Appropriate Behaviors are Acknowledged: When any appropriate behaviors have been demonstrated, they

are acknowledged in various ways on a regular basis, by incentives, etc.

However, there are clear consequences when immediate action must be followed in terms of suspension, parent

shadowing, etc.

Data Collection: Office Discipline data is collected on school wide behavior and a team (School Climate Cadre) reviews

the data regularly to determine when and where the problems are occurring. The committee then brainstorms ways to

proactively address the problems, reteach and reinforce positive behaviors. All faculty, staff, students, and parents are

represented on the team.

Individual Support is Provided for Students not Responding to the School-Wide System: Each of the school’s team’s

work on plans for individual students who may have a difficult time and need more support in the school setting. This

team meets periodically during the school year. Parents are viewed as active partners in developing plans to help these

students succeed.

Active Support by All Stakeholders: The entire school community is needed to be actively involved in order to make

the system successful. PBIS is a school-wide system for establishing a positive culture in the school.

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POSITIVE RECOGNITION We believe students should be recognized for their academic achievements and their responsible citizenship. Student

success is celebrated in all classrooms at LBJ & Tamuning Elementary Schools’. This may appear in the form of Angel

or Whale of the Month, letters of recognition, bulletin board displays of good work, classroom prizes earned for meeting

goals, or announcements in class newsletters. School-wide recognition is also given throughout the year. Angel and

Whales of the month are recognized monthly and featured in our school newsletter. These are just a few of the possible

forms of school-wide recognition.

SPIRIT DAY DRESS OUTS Spirit Days are rare, but on certain occasion may be allowed by the administration to participate in Dress Outs per the

current event or season, as instructed by their teacher during the school year. Details regarding respective Spirit Day will

be shared in the school’s monthly newsletter. When participating in Spirit Day Dress Outs, please adhere to the Dress

Code outlined on page 6 of this handbook.

LBJ GO ANGELS & TamES’ GO WHALES ATTENDANCE CELEBRATION Since student attendance is a factor in student performance, GO ANGELS & WHALES program began in SY2011-2012,

and has been successful in tracking and celebrating classes that reach perfect attendance each time all the letters of GO

ANGELS/WHALES are displayed. This occurs numerous times within each quarter. For each time the whole class is

present and on time (no tardies), the class receives a letter (G, O, A,N,G,E,L,S / W, H, A, L, E, S). Once all letters are

attained, a class celebration occurs. This program has also been effective in deterring habitual absences due to students

striving for a GO ANGELS/WHALES celebration.

Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary School’s

School-wide Behavioral Expectations

Be Safe Be Respectful Be Responsible

Classroom

Enter and exit quietly in a single line

Walk at all times


Use materials properly

Use kind words

Take care of school property

Listen and follow directions

Come prepared

Stay on task

Give your best effort

Be an active listener

Hallways

Hug yourself, face forward and walk in a single file line


Walk on the yellow line on the right side.

Use good manners

Walk quietly

Follow adult directions

Throw trash in bin

Stay in designated area

Report to class on time

Playground

Play in designated areas safely

Use equipment properly

Leave rocks, sticks and dirt on the ground

Tell an adult when someone needs help or gets hurt


Take turns—share with others


Keep playground clean

Return equipment

Line up when bell rings or whistle blows

Cafeteria

Walk and hold your tray with both hands

Stay seated while eating

Clean up after yourself

Use inside voices

Keep food in mouth and on tray

Say excuse me, please, and thank you

Bring lunch pails or money

Stay in designated tables until dismissed

Restroom

Enter and exit quietly

Leave lights on

Report accidents or mess to an adult

Use inside voices

Wait your turn

Keep walls and floors clean

Use restroom properly

Flush toilet

Wash hands with soap

Go back to assigned area

Library Enter and exit quietly Speak softly and use kind Treat books and materials with

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Keep feet and hands quiet and to yourself


words

Take turns

Read silently

Raise hands for adult attention

care

Return books when due

Hug your books when walking in the hallways

Office

Ask for help

Sit and wait patiently


Use inside voices

Bring folder/notes and give to designated person

State your purpose


Assembly

& Kid’s

Square


Sit quietly (crisscross-applesauce)

Stay seated

Focus on speaker/event


Participate when asked

Listen when someone is speaking

Stay with your class

Arrival/

Departure

Walk quietly

Wait to be called

Stay seated at assigned area

Follow directions

Speak softly

Keep hands, feet and bags to yourself

Be on time

Be alert while waiting for your ride

Wait for adult to escort you to car/bus

Bus &

Bus

Stations

Walk to the bus

Wait in line


Keep aisles clear






Be on time


Take control of your belongings when getting on and off the bus

Ask for help when needed Pick up trash when you leave the

bus

Tamuning Elementary School’s

School-wide Behavioral Expectations

Be Safe Be Respectful Be Responsible

Bus

Walk to the bus

Wait in line


Keep aisles clear






Be on time


Take control of your belongings when getting on and off the bus

Ask for help when needed

Pick up trash when you leave the bus

Arrival

Walk quietly to designated area (cafeteria or holding area)

Stay seated at assigned area

Wear uniform daily/properly


Speak softly


Be on time

Report any inappropriate behavior to supervising adult(s)

Keep area clean; Throw trash in designated bins

Wait for adult to escort you to class

Hallways

Keep to the right side of the walkway when passing

Walk in a single file line

Walk directly to your designated area

Use good manners & kind words

Keep hallways quiet during instructional time



Throw trash in bin

Remain in designated area

Have a hallway pass after getting permission to leave the classroom

Stairways

Keep to the right side of the stairway when passing

Hold on to the stairway rails

Walk up or down the stairs using each step


Keep stairways quiet



Keep stairways clear

Have a hallway pass after getting permission to leave the classroom

Classroom


Walk at all times


Use materials properly

Use kind words

Take care of school property

Listen and follow directions

Raise your hand to get your teacher’s attention

Come prepared

Stay on task

Give your best effort

Be an active listener

Throw trash in trash bin

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Restroom


Leave lights on

Keep un-used stalls unlocked

Use inside voices

Wait your turn

Keep walls and floors clean


Use restroom properly

Flush toilet

Wash hands with soap

Go back to assigned area when finished Have a bathroom pass during instructional time

Report any vandalism or inappropriate behavior to an adult

Playground

Play in designated areas safely

Use equipment properly

Leave rocks and sticks on the ground Tell an adult when someone needs help or

gets hurt


Take turns and play fair; share with others


Use Conflict Stoppers and “I Messages”

Keep playground clean

Return equipment

Line up when bell rings or whistle blows

Cafeteria

Wait in your designated line

Walk in the cafeteria at all times

Hold your tray with both hands

Stay seated while eating

Use inside voices


Keep food in mouth and/or on tray



Bring lunch pails or money

Stay in designated tables until dismissed

Clear your tray and throw trash in the garbage can

Throw trash in designated trash bins

Library


Walk at all times


Speak softly and use kind words


Raise hand for adult attention

Treat books and materials with care

Return books when due

Office


Sit and wait patiently


Use inside voices


During instructional time, have an office pass from school personnel

State your purpose


Assembly



Remain with class at all times

Remain seated

Focus on speaker/event



Wait for teacher/presenter’s signal to leave

Raise hand to get adult’s attention

Participate when asked

Practice Active Listening

Departure

Walk quietly to designated dismissal area Bus Riders walk to assigned bus or wait in

assigned area

Car Riders stay seated in assigned area

Car Riders wait to be called


Speak softly


Wait for adult to escort you to car/bus Report any inappropriate behavior to adults

Car Riders remain alert while waiting for your ride

STUDENT AWARDS

Angels & Whales of the Month: A “Angel & Whale” of the Month Ceremony is held on the last school day of each month to recognize and

reward student achievement. One student in each regular classroom is selected by the respective teacher each month to receive the award. You

will be notified and invited to the ceremony if your child has been selected. The selection of the Student of the Month is based on the SLO

indicators (page 2 for details).

Perfect Attendance: Students who have perfect attendance are commended for their outstanding attendance at the end of the school year. The

selection of awards for Perfect Attendance is based on the following criteria: Student was present for the entire quarter – remained in school

for the entire school day – 8:30 a.m. - 2:43 p.m. or student must be present everyday NO tardies (students who leave for appointments or go

home ill MAY be counted as “present” if they were in school for at least five (5) hours of the school day and provide verification of

appointment).

Reading is the Key to Success: Reading is the Key to Success is an incentive reading program that increases literacy. It is designed to

encourage students to read as many books as they can with much enjoyment independently. It is highly recommended that your child

participate in this program, because it builds literacy, self-esteem, and teaches independent study skills. The program includes reading in the

classrooms and at home. The books must be read solely by the child and not read to by the parents. Incentives are given to children who

participate in this event. Ceremonies will be celebrated school-wide.

DISCIPLINE INFRACTIONS

With our large student population and to ensure the safety and welfare of our school community, there are certain rules and regulations

which all students must follow. Our faculty, staff, and administration have the responsibility to assure that all students know and

understand the rules of the classroom, hallways, cafeteria, playground, bus, and restrooms. We continue to seek the partnership of our

parents/guardians to teach the importance of following rules and the consequences that will be imposed if rules are not followed.

The following is a listing of some problem behaviors identified in the Office Discipline Referral Form (ODR). Please go over the list with your

child. Teach and encourage your child that they should avoid engaging in such offenses in school. Advise your child that if they have a problem

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while in school, they need to seek help from school personnel as soon as possible. *Please be advised that the following may be subject to change

due to updates and/or revisions from the Student Support Division.

Here is a list of some Problem Behaviors:

Inappropriate Language Theft Disruption

Bullying Vandalism Use/Possession/distribution of Weapons

Harassment Property Damage

Disrespect/Defiance Physical Aggression

SOME CONSEQUENCES:

Actions may not necessarily be given in the following order:

1. Conference with Student 2. Warning 3. Loss of Privileges 4. Time in Office 5. Parent Contact 6. Student Contract 7. Detention 8. Parent shadowing 9. Mandatory Parent Conference 10. Referral to: Counselor, Outreach Program, Attendance officer, Peer Mediation, or other Outside Agency 11. Suspension

DUE PROCESS OF LAW

In all disciplinary actions included herein students will be afforded due process of the law as stipulated in Federal and Guam Law, and

in accordance with GDOE policies and regulations. Consequences for serious offenses are at the discretion of the administrator.

Offenses are annotated in the Guam Code Annotated and Board Policy 4051X D. Consequences as cited in the Guam Public School

System’s Student Procedural Assistance Manuel (SPAM) will be followed. For definitions of infractions and/or consequences, visit

the Student Support Services link on the Guam Department of Education website (www.gdoe.net).

ITEMS PROHIBITED ON SCHOOL CAMPUS

Items that are hazardous, harmful to others, or which may interfere with instructional time and school operations are

prohibited. These items may include, but are not limited to: cell phones, expensive jewelry, electronic games/devices, CD players,

iPods, IPad, MP3s, iTouch, playing cards, pogs, knives, matches, lighters, cigarettes, cameras, Heelys, toys, permanent markers, spray

paint, weapons, sharp & dangerous objects, etc.

These or other similar items must be kept at home. Any such item brought to school will be confiscated and must be picked up by the

student’s parent/guardian in the main office within 48 hours. The schools will not be held liable for any stolen or damaged items.

Possession of prohibited items may lead to an Office Discipline Referral (ODR). We encourage all our parents to speak to their child

regarding this matter.

CAPS, HATS, BANDANAS, JACKETS WITH HOODIES, & BEANIES are PROHIBITED: No student is allowed to wear any

type of covering on the head, such as caps, hats, bandanas, jackets with hoodies, and/or beanies. Students’ faces and heads must be

visible at all times. CAPS OR HATS may be worn on approved SPIRIT Days when in line with the Spirit Day criteria.

PROHIBITED CLOTHING: On days of approved dress-down or Spirit days, the following are prohibited:

Clothing with obscene literature (implied, printed, or in graphics), excessive or bare skin revealed, and/or short-length bottoms (see

dress code criteria above). In addition, attire that advertises drugs, alcohol, or signifies gang involvement or affiliation is prohibited.

“Sagging” of pants will not be allowed if the hemline of the pants drags along around.

PROHIBITED FOOTWEAR: Flip-flops (zories), high heeled shoes/boots, and/or open-toe or slip on shoes/sandals are NOT to be

worn on campus at any time

PROHIBITED ACCESSORIES: Chains, large belt buckles, or any other items that could be used as a weapon are prohibited

For safety reasons, no facial piercing (such as the lip, eyebrows, or nose) or excessive piercing are allowed at school or any school-

sponsored function. Expensive jewelry should not be worn to school for safety purposes. The school will not be held responsible for

lost or damaged items/jewelry.

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STUDENT BULLYING/CYBER-BULLYING (Board Policy 409)

Bullying, harassment, and intimidation are defined in 17 GCA Section 3112.1(a) as “any gesture or written or physical act that a

reasonable person under the circumstances should know will have the effect of harming a pupil or damaging his or her property or

placing a pupil in reasonable fear of his or her person or damage to his or her property, or has the effect of insulting or demeaning any

pupil or group of pupils in such a way as to disrupt or interfere with the school’s educational mission or the education of any pupil.”

Cyber bullying is defined as “the use of any electronic communication device to harass, intimidate or bully” another individual.

Harassment, intimidation, or bullying includes but is not limited to, such a gesture or written or verbal act that is reasonably perceived

as being motivated by a pupil’s religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, height, weight, or

socioeconomic status, or by any other distinguishing characteristic’.

LANI KATE PROTEHI Y FAMAGU’ON TA ACT (Public Law 31-97)

Department of Education in collaboration with the Attorney General and other Government Agency partners have selected a

curriculum designed and implemented to teach children about sexual assault and sexual violence in order to increase awareness among

young people and to empower them with knowledge about their rights and the law.

DISTRICT-WIDE ASSESSMENTS

The district is aligning what is assessed with what is taught, through the adoption of Standards Based Assessment and

ACT Aspire. ACT Aspire is a standards-based system of assessments used to monitor progress toward college and career

readiness from 3rd

grade through early high school, connecting each grade level to the next. GDOE is using a locally

created standards-based assessment for 1st through 3

rd grade for Reading, Language Arts, Math, Social Studies and

Science.

The AIMSWeb is another assessment tool used throughout the district. All elementary students are administered the

AIMSWeb three (3) times during the school year: in the beginning (Fall Benchmark), the middle (Winter Benchmark),

and towards the ending (Spring Benchmark). Scores are used to determine students who are in need of interventions to

assist their academic progress. These scores may also be used to identify students who qualify for at-risk programs (ex:

In-school tutoring, After-school tutoring, ASPIRE, Summer School, etc.).

- SAFETY PROCEDURES -

TYPHOON PROCEDURES (Guam Homeland Security/Office of Civil Defense)

CONDITION OF READINESS: (COR 4) - Normal (COR 3) - No Action (COR 2) - Action is required

If COR 2 is declared when school is in session, the following procedures shall be observed:

Students:

Students not normally transported by buses shall be dismissed immediately.

Transportation officials will send school buses to the schools.

As soon as buses arrive the children who are normally transported by bus shall be sent home.

Car riders will be released as soon as parents/guardians arrive.

Parents/Guardians:

Listen to the radio/media for any news on the storm updates.

If your child(ren) is/are car riders, please arrange to pick up your child ASAP at school. Campus officials need to return back into the school to secure the school for the impending storm.

If your child(ren) is/are bus riders, please be home to receive your child(ren) or make the necessary arrangements for someone to greet them when they get home.

Listen to the radio/media for any news on when the school will open.

NOTE: Procedures vary with each incident. LISTEN to the radio for details.

Emergency drills will be held periodically during the school year to ensure safe and rapid evacuation of the building in case of emergencies. The

following are the basic emergency drills that our school’s faculty, staff, students must follow:

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FIRE DRILL PROCEDURES

When the alarm to evacuate is sounded, TEACHERS:

1. Will carry emergency class handbook (class list, parent contact nos.) and proceed outdoors. Students will not be permitted to carry books or excess clothing. Teacher will check attendance to ensure all students are accounted for. In the event a student is

not with the teacher, the teacher is to inform the administrators or designees as to where to locate the student(s).

2. Will line up class at a safe distance or 100 ft. from the main building. Clearance should be given for hydrants and entrance where firefighting equipment will come. Under no circumstance should teachers and students return to the building until on all-clear

signal is given.

When the alarm to evacuate is sounded, STUDENTS:

1. Proceed quickly and quietly according to directions of the teacher. 2. Go to a designated area of at least 100 feet away from the nearest building and remain there quietly until the school administrator

announces “ALL CLEAR” or the bell rings to signal to return to the building. LBJ evacuation area is at the baseball field.

Tamuning evacuation area is towards the playground nearest the fence line.

EARTHQUAKE DRILL: DROP, COVER & HOLD The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) reiterates its long-standing advice for staying as safe as possible during an

earthquake. It’s easy to remember and even easier to do: DROP to the ground; take COVER by getting under a sturdy table or other

piece of furniture: HOLD on until the shaking stops. In an office, bathroom or hallway with an immediate outside exit, evacuate and

get outside. If not, take shelter under a desk or along an inside wall. Doorway arches offer good protection also. If you are outside,

stay outside, and stay in an open area. Do not try to evacuate the classroom until the quake is over. Remain calm to ensure an orderly

evacuation.

LBJ alarm for earthquake: Short Bell rings(ring.. ring.. ring).

Tamuning alarm for earthquake: Air Horn

When the alarm to evacuate is sounded, STUDENTS:

1. Proceed quickly and quietly according to directions of the teacher. 2. Go to a designated area of at least 100 feet away from the nearest building and remain there quietly until the school

administrator announces “ALL CLEAR” or the bell rings to signal to return to the building. LBJ evacuation area is at the

baseball field. Tamuning evacuation area is towards the playground nearest the fence line.

BOMB SCARE THREAT PLAN Office personnel and employees will be instructed to screen anonymous or suspicious calls to the main office during working hours

and inform school administration immediately when a phone call of a bomb threat occurs. School administrators will immediately be

instructed to guide students away from the building using the fire drill evacuation plan. Note: If a threat is called before the start of

the school day, students will be diverted to a safe location away from the school building with the assistance of instructional aides,

custodians and other essential personnel.

The Emergency Operations Team will then take effect and communicate instructions and logistics to school personnel for the safety of

students. All school personnel will be held accountable for students. Instructional Aides and Custodians will assist in guiding

students to a safe area and general supervision. Students will be grouped according to grade level. Teachers will take attendance.

Instructional aides will monitor traffic control. Once the school is cleared from the Fire Department or appropriate agency, students,

faculty and staff will then be permitted to occupy the building. Instructional aides will monitor traffic control. Once the school is

cleared from the Fire Department or appropriate agency, students, faculty and staff will then be permitted to occupy the building.

LOCKDOWN/SHELTER-IN-PLACE: Lockdown procedures may be issued in situations involving dangerous intruders or other incidents that may result in the harm of

persons inside the school building.

REVERSE EVACUATION: Reverse Evacuation/Shelter-In – Place provides refuge for students, staff, and public within the school buildings. During reverse

evacuation, emergency shelters are located in the areas that maximize the safety of all students. Safe areas may change depending on

the emergency. Be prepared to go on Shelter -In-Place/Lockdown once inside the safe area.

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LBJ & Tamuning Elementary Schools’

MEDIA & STUDENT WORK PUBLICATION PERMISSION SY 2019-2020

Please check the appropriate box, sign below and return this form to your child’s homeroom teacher by

__________________________________________2019. A Hard copy will be given to your child

during the first week of school.

From time to time during the school year, the local media (TV, printed-newspaper/magazines) may be at

LBJ & Tamuning Elementary Schools’ to cover various functions. On occasion, while covering these

events, children are interviewed, photographed and/or filmed.

[ ] I give permission for my child to be interviewed/photographed/filmed and identified by the media at

LBJ & Tamuning Elementary Schools’.

[ ] I do not give the media permission to interview/photograph/video my child at LBJ & Tamuning

Elementary Schools’.

LBJ & TamES plans to publish student work (writing, drawings, etc.) occasionally on the internet and it

will be accessible on a World Wide Web server.

[ ] I give permission for my child’s work to be published.

[ ] I do not give permission for my child’s work to be published.

LBJ & TamES may publicize images of the school or school activities in newspapers, magazines, and/or

on the internet. This may be done by including some pictures of our campus or school activities that may

contain images of students.

[ ] I give permission for my child’s image to be used/included.

[ ] I do not give permission for my child’s image/photos be used/included.

Print Child’s Name _______________________________________________ Room#___________

______________________________ ___________________________ ______________

Parent/Guardian Name (Print) Parent’s/Guardian’s Signature Date

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Department of Education LBJ & Tamuning Elementary Schools

Jon J. P. Fernandez Carolyn Diaz Camacho – Principal

Superintendent of Education Josephine Fontbuena– Assistant Principal

Hafa Adai Parent(s)/Guardian(s) of LBJ & TamES, Please review and discuss with your child the School Counselors Confidential Guidelines Acknowledgement.

The purpose of school-based supportive counseling is to assist your child with concerns that may be interfering with his/her

academic progress and/or achievement. Services are conducted on a short-term basis and may consist of the following topics:

grief/loss, social skills, anger management, test/study skills, conflict resolution, behavior modification, and/or coping skills. If

long-term counseling services are deemed necessary, an outside referral will be recommended. All matters discussed are confidential

unless your child is a threat to self or others, if there is suspicion of neglect or abuse, and/or if required by the courts.

Progress will be shared with you upon your request and with your child’s teacher on an as needed basis. Please sign the

School Counselors Confidential Guidelines Acknowledgment and return to your child’s teacher by August 30, 2019.

SCHOOL COUNSELOR CONFIDENTIALITY GUIDELINES ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Student ________________________________ Date _____________ Print Name/Signature

Parent/Guardian __________________________ Date _____________ Print Name/Signature

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LBJ & TAMUNING ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS’ PARENT-STUDENT HANDBOOK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AGREEMENT

SY 2019-2020

The purpose of this handbook is to provide information to all stakeholders—parents, students, teachers, and the

community of current Standard Operating Procedures and of policies of the school and its district.

This agreement cites that you have read the handbook, are committed to it, and are supportive to the full

implementation of the Procedures and Policies of LBJ & Tamuning Elementary Schools’.

I, the parent/legal guardian of: _____________________________________________, Grade: _________ and

in Room # ________, have read the Parent and Student Handbook. I promise to support the Standard Operating

Procedures and Policies of the school and of its district found in this handbook.

I also acknowledge that one Parent and Student Handbook is provided to each student attending LBJ &

Tamuning Elementary Schools’.

Parent/Guardian’s Name and Signature Date

(Please print & sign)

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