M a p l e G r o v e E l e m e n t a r y

S t u d e n t H a n d b o o k

2 0 1 8 - 2 0 1 9

950 Hamilton Street Warrensburg, MO 64093

660-422-5770

Elementary Parent-Student Handbook Confirmation Sheet I have received the Maple Grove Elementary Parent-Student Handbook and have reviewed it

with my child. I understand that I may ask school personnel for clarification of policies and

procedures outlined in the handbook.

I have reviewed and understand my rights under the FERPA Federal Education Rights to Privacy

Act. I understand that the information listed may be published and is considered, by law, to be

public knowledge unless I submit a written request within the handbook guidelines.

I understand that my child should not arrive on school grounds prior to 8:00am and should be

picked up, if a car rider, no later than 3:30pm. I understand that supervision will only be

provided between those times.

Parents or guardians who choose to drive or walk with their children to school will stop at the

main entrance of the school to drop their child off. If a parent has official business, i.e., a

meeting, volunteering, or a conference, he/she will sign in with the secretary located at the

entry of the building.

I understand the importance of keeping the school aware of updated names, phone numbers,

addresses, etc. for our family and emergency contacts.

I understand that attendance is of utmost importance and that late arrival and early releases

should be avoided.

Student_____________________________________________________

Teacher______________________________________________________

Parent Signature_______________________________________________

Date_________________________________________________________

Please remove this sheet and return it to your

child’s teacher within five school days!

WARRENSBURG R-VI SCHOOL DISTRICT

The Warrensburg R-VI School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion,

sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic

protected by law in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and

other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries

regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Dr. Michael Scott, Assistant Superintendent

201 S Holden

Warrensburg, MO 64093

(660) 747-7823

For further information on discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex,

disability, or age, visit http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/CFAPPS/OCR/contactus.cfm for the address

and phone number of the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights enforcement

office that serves your area or call 1-800-421-3481.

Dear Parent and Students,

Welcome to Maple Grove Elementary, an active community of learning. We are looking forward to a fantastic year. We are eager to welcome parents/guardians to our school community. We are truly a team and look forward to working with each of you.

Your encouragement and positive attitude about learning and school will be an important factor in your child’s success. You are always welcome to come by and visit your child’s classroom, eat lunch with your child, volunteer in our library or classrooms, and to become involved in our PTO. Please take some time to get to know the teachers and staff members that will work with your child. We have a professional, highly trained, and hardworking staff that wants to be your partner in working toward achieving greatness.

Maple Grove believes that all children are capable of learning. We are committed to making this a wonderful year for you and your child! Please do not hesitate to call us at 660-422-5770 if we can help you in any way. Our daily office hours are 8:00 AM until 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Welcome to the Maple Grove School Community. Sincerely, John Finnane Principal

WARRENSBURG R-VI SCHOOL DISTRICT

Goal Statements

CSIP GOALS

Adopted by Board of Education: June 18, 2013 I. Develop and enhance quality

educational/instructional programs to improve student performance and enable students to meet their personal, academic and career goals.

II. Recruit, attract, develop, and retain

highly qualified staff to carry out the LEA (local educational agency)/District mission, goals, and objectives.

III. Provide and maintain appropriate

instructional resources, support services, and functional and safe facilities.

IV. Promote, facilitate, and enhance

parent, student, and community involvement in LEA/District educational programs.

V. Govern the LEA/District in an

efficient and effective manner providing leadership and representation to benefit the students, staff, and patrons of the district.

Maple Grove Elementary 950 Hamilton St. Warrensburg, MO 64093

Warrensburg R-VI School District Mission Statement

The Warrensburg R-VI School District will educate and empower all students to be confident and

successful through engaged learning in a safe community.

Maple Grove Vision Statement Maple Grove Elementary works together, learns together, achieves together.

Maple Grove Mission Statement Provide all learners:

Differentiated, in-depth and cohesive learning programs aligned to year level content and

achievement standards informed by the Missouri Learning Standards;

Highly effective teachers, focused on improving student outcomes, through their

commitment to ongoing professional development, quality teaching, evidence based

practices, coaching, mentoring and collaboration;

A quality inclusive learning environment that is growth oriented;

Enriching, engaging resources;

Opportunities for community and parents to feel welcome and valued as full participants in

student’s education.

Commitment Statements I will utilize the evidence based, district approved programs and curriculum that support student

learning.

I will be a positive, contributing member of my data team to achieve our building and grade level goals.

o I will monitor ongoing student learning. o I will collect and analyze data to improve student focused instruction. o I will openly share student data and effective teaching practices/resources with my

colleagues.

I will provide an inclusive learning environment for all students; socially, behaviorally, and academically.

I will use a variety of enriching and engaging teaching techniques that foster a positive learning

environment including: Formative measures Small group instruction Hands-on learning STEM activities Positive student relationships

I will build positive relationships with parents and the community utilizing multiple communication

strategies. o I will provide a welcoming environment. o I will include the parents as partners in their child’s education by providing resources and

strategies to help educate their child.

Maple Grove Elementary Preschool through 2nd 950 Hamilton St. 660-422-5770 John Finnane, Principal

Ridge View Elementary Preschool through 2nd 215 S. Ridgeview Dr. 660-747-6013 Melissa Marnholtz, Principal

Martin Warren Elementary Grades: 3rd, 4th, and 5th 105 S. Maguire 660-747-7160 Lorna Cassell, Principal

Sterling Elementary School Grades: 3rd, 4th, and 5th 522 E. Gay St. 660-747-7478 Christine Johnson, Principal

Apple Bus Company 660-747-6403

Adventure Club Program 660-747-8313

Parents as Teachers 660-747-7424

District Office 660-747-7823

WARRENSBURG R-VI SCHOOL DISTRICT www.warrensburgr6.org

Principal John Finnane

Secretary Stephanie Ricard

Secretary Donna Schueller

Counselor Jessica Hennrich

School Nurse Tina Keith

Student Services Barbara Hill

ECSE Susan Nelson

ECSE Heather Culbertson

Preschool Alisha Rinne

Grade K Presley Amos

Grade K Jayme Little

Grade K Heidi Moore

Grade K Jennifer Munsterman

Grade K Stephanie Pyle

Grade K Michele Williams

Grade K Aimee Prettyman

Grade 1 Amanda Applegate

Grade 1 Kate Brown

Grade 1 Ashley Dunn

Grade 1 Amy Holmes

Grade 1 Tracy Shippy

Grade 1 Jenna Tischer

Grade 2 Ramona Baldwin

Grade 2 Amy Broeker

Grade 2 Rebecca Carter

Grade 2 Gwendolyn Hendrickson

Grade 2 Tiffany Parsons

Grade 2 Tracy Sachs

PE Kristi Ward

Art Lara Shaw

Music Angela Keirsey

Literacy Coach Trudy Fleeman

Librarian Kara Elliott

Library Assistant Pam Buford

Process Coord., ECSE Amy Dapron

Process Coord., K-2 Amy Dapron

Special Services Sherrie Beck

Special Services Elizabeth Calvert

Special Services Sandra Swainston

Title 1 Math Robin Miller

Title 1 Reading Brooke Matthews

Ed. Diagnostician Marty Webb

Ed. Diagnostician Heather Smith

Speech/Language Nicole Clemons

ECSE/Pre Speech Jennifer Owens

Speech/Language Linda Knight

ELL Victoria Hernandez

Focus Room Minda Neudigate

Paraprofessional Mandy Boutwell

Paraprofessional Tracy Brown

Paraprofessional Deana Fleming

Paraprofessional Tresa Kelso

Paraprofessional Samantha Kralicek

Paraprofessional Roshell Lipham

Paraprofessional Hope Petree

Paraprofessional Jennifer Blanchard

ECSE Paraprofessional Marjorie Iseri

ECSE Paraprofessional Roxanne Workoff

Preschool Tchr’s Assist. Arleen Robinson

Head Custodian Brian Dennis

Custodian Corey Butts

Custodian Harold Morgan

Custodian Robin Mrazek

Cafeteria Manager Denise Clear

Cafeteria Karen Simmons

Cafeteria Misty Houk

Lunch Aide Sharon Marnholtz

Lunch Aide Ashlee Moore

Maple Grove Staff 2018 – 2019

Maple Grove Elementary Calendar 2018-2019

August 13 Pre-K/K Meet the Teacher 4:00pm-5:00pm

August 14 1st

grade Meet the Teacher 4:00pm-5:00pm

August 14 2nd

grade Meet the Teacher 4:00pm-5:00pm

August 16 First Day of School August 30 Maple Grove School Pictures September 3 No School – Labor Day Sept. 12, 26 District Collaboration – 1:30pm

dismissal September 21 No School – Teacher-In-Service Oct. 3, 12, 24, 31 District Collaboration – 1:30pm

dismissal October 11 School Picture Retakes October 12 End of 1

st Grading Period

October 15-18 Book Fair October 16 Parent/Teacher Conferences

4:00pm-7:30pm October 18 Early Dismissal - 1:30pm October 18 Parent/Teacher Conference

2:30pm-7:30pm October 19 No School October 31 Fall Parties November 1-2 Health Fair Nov.7, 14, 28 District Collaboration – 1:30pm

dismissal November 12 Veteran’s Assembly 10:00am Nov. 21-23 No School – Thanksgiving Break Dec. 5, 12 District Collaboration – 1:30pm

dismissal December 11 MG 2

nd Grade Music Program

6pm and 7pm December 21 Winter Parties December 21 Early Dismissal 1:30pm December 21 End of 2

nd Quarter Grading Period

December 24-31 No School – Winter Break January 1-4 No School – Winter Break January 7 No School – Teacher Work Day January 8 School Resumes Jan. 16, 30 District Collaboration – 1:30pm

dismissal January 21 No School – MLK Jr. Day

Feb. 6, 27 District Collaboration – 1:30pm dismissal

February 14 Valentine’s Exchange February 15 No School – Teacher-In-Service February 18 No School – President’s Day March 5 MG 1

st Grade Music Program

6pm and 7pm March 6, 13, 27 District Collaboration – 1:30pm

dismissal March 7 MG Spring Pictures March 8 End of 3

rd Quarter Grading Period

March 18-22 No School – Spring Break April 3, 10 District Collaboration – 1:30pm

dismissal April 9 MG Kindergarten Enrollment

5:00pm-6:30pm April 19 No School April 22 No School April 29- May 3 Spring BOGO Book Fair May 2 MG Fine Arts Festival (5pm-7pm) &

Kindergarten Music Program – 6pm & 7pm

May 8, 15 District Collaboration – 1:30pm dismissal

May 22 MG Field Day May 23 Last Day of School for Students –

Early Dismissal at 1:30pm May 23 End of 4

th Quarter Grading Period

District-Wide Collaboration Days Dismissal at 1:30 pm: September 12 & 26; October 3, 12 & 24 & 31; November 7, 14 & 28; December 5 & 12; January 16 & 30; February 6 & 27; March 6, 13 & 27; April 3 & 10; May 8 & 15.

General Information School Hours School is in session from 8:30am to 3:30pm. Arrival Students will not be allowed in the building prior to 8:00am. Car riders should be dropped off on the west side and students walk to the gym or to the cafeteria for breakfast. Bus riders will be dropped off at the south door. When students arrive at school, they report immediately to the gym. Breakfast will be available at 8:00am. Students arriving after 8:30am are tardy and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to the office to complete a student pass. Parents or guardians who choose to drive or walk with their children to school will stop at the main entrance of the school to drop their child off. If a parent has official business i.e., a meeting, volunteering, or a conference, he/she will sign in with the secretary located at the entry of the building. Dismissal If a child is to leave to go home some way other than the usual, the office must have a dated note or phone call from a custodial parent or designated care person by 2:00pm on a regularly scheduled day and 11:00am on an early release/collaboration day. Children will not be given permission by school personnel to go home other than the usual way, unless notified by the office. The last ten minutes of the day is set aside for preparing for dismissal. This is an important organizational time for the students to gather materials that go home and receive final instructions from their teachers. If you absolutely need to pick up your child before 3:30pm, please go to the office, not the classroom. The student will be released from the classroom only after the teacher has received verification from the office that the child is being dismissed early.

Plans for going home with a friend must be discussed with your child prior to his/her leaving for school in the morning. Transportation arrangements must be specified in a written note and given to the teacher upon arrival at school. If you must get a message to your child during school hours, please call the school office before 2:00pm. and give the message to the secretary. We will relay the message to your child. Adventure Club The School Age Care Program offers a fun, safe place for children before and after school. Qualified supervision, nutritious snacks, activities centered on weekly themes that include music, creative and dramatic play, practice in core subjects, and a homework area are provided. Students in grades K-5 are served at Sterling Elementary at 522 E. Gay St. Phone 660-747-8313. Both before and after school care is available. Details regarding the program can be obtained from the school offices. School Messenger is an "opt-in" program that allows you to sign up to receive important information sent as text messages directly to your cell phone, wireless PDA or

pager. Messages include emergency information, school closings, early dismissals and school events reminders. Text the word “subscribe” to 68453. Patrons can sign up for School Messenger through the R-6 website at www.warrensburgr6.org. School Closing Announcements Inclement weather occasionally forces the closing of schools. When this is a possibility, the information will be carried by the following radio and TV stations: KOKO 1450 AM, KXKX 105.5 FM and Channel 9. School closings will also be posted on the district website at www.warrensburgr6.org and School Messenger (see above). Calls to the schools should be for the purpose of relaying transportation changes. Other calls will tie up the phone lines and reduce the flow of important information between the bus company and school officials. Discuss procedures for early dismissal with your child so that he/she is aware of where they should be going. Should you leave your children in the care of others while you are out of town, please advise school personnel of contacts to make in case of an emergency or questions that may arise regarding changes in transportation to and from school. Guardianship Children will be released only to a parent or their designee. If a parent has legal restrictions where he/she may not visit or pick up a child, it is the responsibility of the custodial parent to provide the school with current court documents stating that restriction. The school must be advised if custody or guardianship changes. Should you leave your children in the care of others while you are out of town, please notify school personnel of contacts to make in case of an emergency or questions that may arise regarding changes in transportation to and from school. Enrollment Information Enrollment for all children currently attending Warrensburg Elementary Schools occurs in April. Children new to the district should enroll online in July/August or upon arrival during the school year. The child’s birth certificate, proof of residency and immunization records are required when enrolling for the first time in the district. Residency will determine a student’s attendance area (Ridge View or Maple Grove). Attendance All children are expected to be in attendance each day barring illness or family emergency. Parents are asked to call the school before 9:00am if their child will be absent. There is an automated system that will call parents to inform them of non-reported absentees. Students leaving or returning during school hours must secure a pass from the office. Regular, punctual attendance at school is vital for a student’s academic success. Accumulated, unexcused absences will result in a staffing with parents and possible reporting of educational neglect, if considered necessary. Family vacations during the school year are discouraged. If this is unavoidable, parents are required to submit written notice of absence prior to the vacation and make arrangements with the teacher for completion of classroom assignments.

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School Visits Parents are welcome visitors at our school. Upon entering the building, all parents/visitors will be signed in at the visitor

window located by the main office. A volunteer/visitor identification badge should be worn while in the building. We welcome your visits and encourage you to ask questions about our schools. Parents wishing to volunteer may call the school office or their building PTO representatives. Discipline Respect for other students, those in authority, school and other’s property is essential. The rules and regulation pertaining to student conduct are intended to promote an atmosphere which is conducive to learning and promotes a safe and caring environment. The District Discipline Policy will be provided in the student handbook. State law requires that all school districts comply with the Missouri Safe Schools Act. “The use of illicit drugs and the unlawful possession and use of alcohol is wrong and harmful.” No guns or knives are allowed at school. Students and parents should be aware that distribution of prescription medication to a person for whom the medication has not been prescribed may constitute a misdemeanor, even if the medication is not a “controlled substance,” as that term is defined by law. Belligerent Responses by Parents Unlawful responses by parents, in a school setting, which step over the line of “disagreement” with decisions made by school officials in discipline matters will not be tolerated. This includes the excessive use of profanity, the use of threats or intimidation, or uncivil behavior. Such actions will be sufficient grounds to seek law enforcement intervention. Personal Belongings Clothing, lunch containers and school supplies should be labeled clearly with your child’s full name. Each child is responsible for his or her own belongings. Students are not allowed to bring pets, toys, trading cards, electronic games such as Game Boys, equipment or other play items. They should be left at home. We encourage parents to check the lost and found collection when items are missing. Clothing Children need to dress for active involvement in learning and according to weather conditions. Clothing should not have inappropriate sayings on them. Sneakers, tennis shoes, or rubber-like soles are better shoes for running, climbing, and playing and are preferred to flip flops and sandals. Students must wear tennis shoes on PE days. Shirts that show the mid-drift are not allowed. Wellness The Warrensburg School District supports a healthy environment where children learn and participate in positive dietary and lifestyle practices. The district formally discourages the use of non-nutritious food/drink as a reward or incentive. All foods available on school grounds (including birthday treats, classroom parties, etc.) during the instructional day will meet or exceed district nutrition standards. Parents are asked to try and abide by the district policy when bringing in snacks and foods for the classroom. Due to various health allergies, etc., any

snacks or foods to be shared with the class need to be shown to the nurse so she can check ingredients, etc. We appreciate your cooperation in this matter. The Smart Snacks list can be found at the following website: http://www.warrensburgr6.org/district_info/wellness/smart_snacks. Leaving the District If your child will be leaving the school district, please inform the school office as soon as possible so records can be prepared for forwarding to the next district. Contacting School Personnel We look forward to and welcome contact from student’s family members. All school personnel can be reached in the following ways:

A note in the student planner. Classroom teachers check planners on a regular basis.

A phone call to Maple Grove. Every teacher has a voice mailbox. You may dial the teacher’s 4 digit phone extension or call the Office and they can connect you. The teacher will have to return your call during their plan time. The school can be reached at 660-422-5770.

All staff members can be contacted through e-mail. District email addresses include the first letter of the first name followed by the last name followed by @warrensburgr6.org For example: to email John Henry, the address is: jhenry@warrensburgr6.org

How do I know what is going on?

Newsletters are sent home on a regular basis. The newsletters contain information and updates for the coming week.

Student grades and lunch accounts can be checked on PowerSchool which is accessible through the district website.

The district web page is continually updated with new information. Both the building web page and many classroom teachers’ web pages can be reached through the district web page located at: www.warrensburgr6.org

RULES OF CONDUCT

Students shall conduct themselves in such a way as to maintain an appropriate atmosphere for learning and to insure the safety and well being of all the children and staff in our school. While at school, children are under the supervision of adults from 8:00 a.m. to 3:40 p.m. (or until their bus picks them up) and are expected to follow directions from adults for their own safety and that of others. Rules for safe conduct are established for all areas and discussed in the classrooms. Students should always walk quietly in the halls, keep hands, feet and objects to themselves with no pushing or shoving when in line, and should not throw snow, rocks or objects when on the playground or going to and from school. General School Rules 1. Be respectful and courteous to others.

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2. Be safe. 3. Solve problems peacefully. 4. Take good care of what belongs to you and others. 5. Use good table manners. 6. Be responsible and help others whenever you can. 7. Return silverware and trays properly. Cafeteria Rules 1. Talk quietly. 2. Leave area clean. 3. Leave table only with permission. Playground Rules 1. Students need to ask permission from the duty

teacher to leave the playground. 2. No food or gum on the playground. 3. Students are not to throw objects, such as rocks,

found on the playground. 4. No jumping from swing or pushing each other on

swings. 5. Students must stay clear of the swings while others

are swinging. 6. No chasing or tag games around the equipment. 7. No balls, hoops, ropes, Frisbees, etc, on equipment or

in the gravel. 8. Report to teacher or adult on duty all balls, Frisbees,

etc., that go over the fence. 9. Do not kick balls near the cafeteria. 10. No bullying behavior is allowed. Swings

Sit on your bottom (not knees or stomach).

Do not swing sideways.

Do not jump out of swing while swinging.

Do not push others in swing. Handrails

Do not stand on top of the handrails on the play system.

Slides

Do not climb on top of the slides.

Do not not push anyone down the slides.

Stay clear of end of slide.

BREAKFAST AND LUNCH A breakfast program is available for grades K-5. A breakfast will include minimum requirements - one 8-oz. fluid of milk as a beverage or on cereal, one serving (½ cup) fruit/ vegetable or 100% fruit/vegetable juice, one serving bread, cereal, biscuit or muffin. Nutritious, hot lunches are available to students wishing to purchase them. This can be done on a daily, weekly or monthly basis. Children may also bring a lunch from home. Lunch menus are posted on the district website monthly and also appear weekly in the local newspapers. Daily lunch menus are read over the local radio station, KOKO. Free or reduced price breakfasts and lunches are

available to those families meeting federal income guidelines. Additional food items (fresh fruits, vegetables, juices or milk) will be available as choices or additions to lunch or breakfast. Children who bring sack lunches may also purchase these items. Extra milk may be purchased for 50 cents. Students are not allowed to share or exchange ANY food with other students in the lunchroom. This rule is for health reasons. We strongly discourage students from bringing soda pop in their lunch boxes. It is not a nutritious beverage, there is usually too much to drink during lunch, and it has to be poured out. Students eat in the cafeteria during their assigned lunch period and are supervised by cafeteria aides. Good table manners are expected. Parents are welcome to eat lunch with their children.

Student Meal Charging Students 1. A student may not accumulate more than ten unpaid meal charges. 2. Students may not charge à la carte items. 3. A student with money in hand will not be denied a meal even if the student has past due charges. 4. Students will not be identified, singled out, shamed or punished by the district for the failure of their parents/guardians to pay for or provide meals, and the district will not withhold student records in violation of law. Alternative Meals Alternative meals will be on the regular serving line and will be available to all students as an alternative to the regular meal. If a student has been provided a regular meal, that meal will not be taken away from the student even if the student should have been provided an alternative meal due to unpaid meal charges. Interventions After a student accumulates five unpaid meal charges, the district will encourage the parents/guardians to submit an application for free and reduced-price meals if an application has not been recently submitted, and the student will be referred to a counselor/social worker for intervention. The counselor/social worker will: 1. Meet with the student to assess to the extent possible whether the student or the student's family is experiencing hardships, barriers or other circumstances with which the counselor/social worker could assist. 2. Make repeated attempts to contact the parents/guardians to notify them of the lunch charges, discuss the situation and any other concerns the counselor/social worker may have after meeting with the student, and resolve the situation. 3. Encourage the parents/guardians to submit the free and reduced-price meals application and inquire about any assistance that might be needed to complete the application. 4. Provide other resources as applicable. District employees are mandated by the state of Missouri to

report any instances of suspected abuse or neglect to the Children's Division (CD) of the Department of Social Services. District personnel will report to the CD any instance where a student's arrival at school with no provision for food leads to a reasonable cause to suspect neglect. Food Prices

Breakfast Lunch

Regular Reduced Day $ 1.55 $ .30 $ 2.45 $ .40 Week $ 7.75 $1.50 $12.25 $2.00 Adult $2.10 milk not included

$3.50 milk not included

Extra Milk $ .50

ACADEMIC INFORMATION The curriculum of the Warrensburg R-VI School District specifies content and objectives for each grade level. These objectives are aligned with Missouri Show-Me Standards. Testing for mastery of objectives occurs in the classroom through teacher-made tests, assessments and observations. Achievement tests are given at specific grade levels in the spring. Reading and Writing An integrated language arts approach is taught from grades K-2. The goal at each level is to develop in students a love and appreciation of words and communication. Components of the program at the primary level include: Phonics, word attack skills, vocabulary, comprehension skills, writing, reading from a variety of materials, and reading for pleasure. This allows some teacher-directed class time and also some work time during which the teacher works with both individual and small groups of students. Positive feedback for students is an important feature of the language arts program. Homework is also a frequent part of the program for first-fifth grade students. The reading program coupled with the writing curriculum is intended to help students gain a sense of discovery and pride in their own ability as a communicator. A variety of materials are used to extend reading experiences. Grades four and five continue to reinforce previous experiences. A strong emphasis is placed on literature sets, journal writing, library reading, research and finding information from a variety of sources. Study skills and critical thinking becomes a focus at this level. Reading and writing continue to be integrated across the curriculum to enhance learning. Mathematics The development of logical mathematical thinking begins at the kindergarten and first grade levels with experiences for students in making comparisons, categorizing, calculating simple operations and constructing numbers, time and space relationships

through interaction with concrete objects and group games. The use of concrete objects and manipulatives continues through grade two as students begin to use formal mathematical operations. The concepts of addition and subtraction are emphasized in second grade; multiplication and division form a major part of the third grade curriculum. Problem solving, accuracy of calculations, measurement and consumer math are emphasized at all grade levels. Progress Reports Formal progress reports (report cards) are sent home each quarter for students in grades K-2. Parents can access a child’s grades at any time through PowerSchool. Login and password information can be obtained through the Maple Grove secretary. Once a parent has this information they can go to the district website and check students’ grades, attendance, and lunch accounts. If you have questions regarding PowerSchool, please call the Maple Grove office. At the end of the first quarter, parent conferences will be held for all elementary grade levels, kindergarten through grade five. Parents are welcome to phone or schedule a conference concerning their child’s progress at any time during the school year. Library Each elementary school has a library/media center supervised by a certified elementary librarian. Parent volunteers also assist with library tasks. Library classes are scheduled on a regular basis to instruct students in the skills needed to effectively use the resources available. Students also participate in library time and may check out books and periodicals daily. The library provides audiovisual materials and equipment, computer software, and a professional collection for teachers. Instructional television supplements the curriculum for kindergarten through fifth grade. Students are responsible for library materials they check out. No fines are charged for overdue materials; however students are expected to return materials on time and in good condition. Students will be billed for the replacement price of lost books or magazines. Grade cards will be held if a student has an outstanding bill. If materials are found and returned in good condition within nine months, the fines paid will be refunded.

Parents as Teachers Program This program is available for families with children from birth to age four. The program provides parents with information and assistance to enhance their children’s intellectual, social and physical development. To find out more information please call, 660-429-3808. PTO We have a very caring and helpful parent/teacher organization. Many wonderful activities and special equipment have been provided by members of our past PTOs. We are very grateful for the many dedicated volunteers who help us in so many different ways. We encourage you to join this very worthwhile organization.

It is a great way to demonstrate your support and interest in your child’s education.

SPECIAL SERVICES INFORMATION A goal of the Warrensburg R-VI School District is to provide appropriate educational programs and services for all students. In compliance with Federal and State laws, the Board of Education is required to notify the public of its responsibility to provide free appropriate special education programs and related services to all students with disabilities residing in this district. These programs are under the supervision of the Director of Special Programs. The Warrensburg R-VI School District offers programs to meet the needs of students with disabilities under PL 94-142. Categories of special education programs as identified by the State Department of Education and offered by Warrensburg R-VI School District include: educable mentally handicapped, learning disabilities, behavioral disorders, speech disorders (voice, fluency or articulation); language disorders, visually impaired, hearing impaired, physically/other health impaired, multiple disabilities, deaf/blind, autism, early childhood special education, and traumatic brain injury. Children are eligible for Early Childhood Special Education services upon reaching their third birthday. Services are provided through self-contained classrooms, resource rooms and mainstreaming. The School District also works with the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to help place severely handicapped children in state-administered programs and to provide contracted services for those children needing programs that are not available within the district. In addition to providing special education services, the Warrensburg R-VI School District does an annual census of all students with disabilities who are under 21 years of age residing in the district, or whose parents or guardians reside in the district. The information collected for the census includes name of child, the parent’s or guardian’s name, the birth date and age of the child, and the handicapping condition(s). Parents and guardians maintain the right to inspect and review any and all data which is collected and to require the accuracy of the information. They have the right to request an amendment if they feel the information is inaccurate, misleading or violates the privacy or other rights of their children. Parents have the right to file a complaint with the U.S. Dept. of Education or the MO Dept. of Elem. and Secondary Education concerning alleged failures by the district to meet the requirements of the family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). You may contact your local district if you wish to review the requirements provided in FERPA. The School District offers a remedial services program for kindergarten children with developmental delays.

Remedial reading and math programs are available for students in grades one through three. A remedial reading program is available for students in grades four and five. A state assisted Gifted Program is offered for students in grades K-5 who meet the eligibility requirements. The pull out program provides the students experiences and instruction beyond the standard elementary curriculum.

Transportation

All children in grades K-2 are eligible for bus transportation to and from school, and students in grades 3, 4 and 5 who live a mile or more from their school. The Director of Transportation will assign pupils to bus routes. Safe, orderly conduct is expected of all passengers on the bus. Students must comply with the rules. For safety reasons, it is imperative that students follow the bus driver’s instructions at all times. Student Conduct on School Buses Students will be subject to disciplinary actions as stated below. These infractions will also appear on the bus incident reports. Deliberate defiance-refusal to

cooperate with the bus driver. Using tobacco on the bus (smoking,

chewing). Not keeping head, hands and feet inside

the bus. Deliberate delay-loading or unloading. Throwing items out the window. Littering the bus. Tampering with equipment and deliberate vandalism. Obscene and unacceptable language, gestures,

remarks, or signs. Eating or drinking on the bus. Refusal to stay seated, standing or turning around in

seat. 1. When infractions are observed by the bus driver, a

bus misconduct slip will be issued to the student. This will constitute a warning. Copies will also be given to the Director of Transportation, the building principal and the Superintendent’s office.

2. The student must present the slip signed by the parents before being admitted on the bus the next morning. The Director of Transportation will send a copy of the signed slip to the appropriate principal, or notify the principal if the student fails to provide a signed slip. The Director of Transportation will send a letter of information to the parents upon receipt of the warning slip.

3. A file of all slips will be maintained by the building principals.

Other considerations dealing with bus safety and services 1. Be careful while buses approach, stay back a

minimum of ten feet until the bus is stopped. 2. Never run beside a moving bus. 3. The driver or administrator has the right to assign

seats.

4. The transportation of large articles will have to be prearranged. The percentage of capacity of each bus must be taken into consideration. If you have questions regarding this, contact the Director of Transportation, 660-747-6403.

5. Two permission slips are required in order for a rider to get off the bus at a different location other than the regular stop. One is given to the bus driver and the other to the classroom teacher.

6. Students and/or parents must fill out bus forms available in their school office in order to determine eligibility to ride the bus.

7. Students will not be transported from school to school on regular evening bus routes for participation in activities.

8. All activity trips must adhere to the transportation rules and regulations. School sponsors need to provide a healthful safe atmosphere on the bus.

9. If you want your child to ride a different bus to a sitter or day care, requests for special travel arrangements must be discussed with the Director of Transportation (660-747-6403).

Any concerns you have regarding busing should be directed to the Director of Transportation at 660-747-6403. Insuring the safety of children traveling to and from school is of utmost importance. Therefore, the following procedures will be used for car riders, walkers and bus riders: CAR RIDERS Students will exit from the west door. Cars will access Hamilton Street via Mitchell. Cars will then approach the loading area from Hamilton Street and must stay in the middle lane designated by solid yellow lines until entering main parking lot. Should waiting cars back up beyond the round-about, please stop prior to it and wait on the side of Hamilton Street. This will allow for proper exiting and keep the traffic flowing. Parents should remain in the car and allow school personnel to assist children as they enter the car. Our dismissal plan is to load four cars at a time. Maple Grove encourages parents NOT to idle in front of the school for long periods of time. If you arrive early, please turn your car off while you are waiting. BUS RIDERS Exit from the south door to the bus loading zone. An adult will supervise children as they board the bus.

TRAUMA-INFORMED SCHOOLS

Pursuant to Missouri Senate Bill 638, Section 161.1050, the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has established the “Trauma-Informed Schools Initiative”. The implementation of a trauma-informed approach is an ongoing organizational change process. A “trauma-informed approach” is a profound paradigm shift in knowledge, perspective, attitudes and skills that continues to deepen and unfold over time. The continuum begins with becoming trauma aware and moves to trauma sensitive to responsive to being fully trauma informed. Additional information may be found at https://dese.mo.gov/traumainformed

https://dese.mo.gov/traumainformed

Discipline Consequence The specific acts of behavior applicable to students in respect to school activities, or on school property, which are deemed to be grounds for disciplinary actions are: In-School suspension (ISS); out-of-school suspension (OSS). Definitions of Abbreviations CWP Conference with Parent OSS Out-of-School Suspension CWS Conference with Student JA Juvenile Authorities ISS In-School Suspension Prin. Principal LA Legal Authorities PC Parent Contact

w/ with LP Loss of Privileges (playground, field

trips, etc.) BATTERY – Physical Attack/Harm. Touching or striking of another person against his or her will or intentionally causing bodily harm to an individual.

First Offense: Loss of privileges, PC, possible contact LA, possible suspension. Second Offense: Loss of privileges, PC, possible suspension, counseling, possible contact LA. Third Offense: Loss of privileges, PC, counseling, possible suspension, possible contact LA.

BATTERY OF PERSONNEL – Any aggressive physical contact with a staff member, including but not limited to pushing, striking, biting, clawing and kicking.

First Offense: Time out of classroom, PC, possible suspension, possible contact LA Second Offense: PC, loss of privileges, counseling initiated, behavior management program initiated, possible suspension, contact LA.

DISORDERLY CONDUCT – Disruptive behavior – Disrespect Any act that disrupts the orderly conduct of a school function; behavior which substantially disrupts the orderly learning environment. This can include spreading rumors, name calling, provocative or inciting language. First Offense: Loss of privileges

Second Offense: Loss of privileges, PC, possible counseling, possible suspension Third Offense: Student/teacher conference w/principle, PC, loss of privileges, counseling initiated, possible suspension

FIGHTING – Mutual participation in an incident involving physical violence, where there is no major injury.

First Offense: Loss of privileges, PC, possible contact LA, possible suspension Second Offense: Loss of privileges, PC, possible suspension, counseling, possible contact LA Third Offense: Loss of privileges, PC, counseling, possible suspension, possible contact LA.

INSUBORDINATION – Disobedience/unwillingness to submit to authority, refusal to respond to a reasonable request, or other situations in which a student is disobedient. This includes written or verbal intentions to deceive.

First Offense: Possible PC, loss of privileges, possible suspension. Second Offense: PC, loss of privilege, possible suspension, counseling.

OBSCENE BEHAVIOR – Language or actions, written or oral, physical, or electronic, in violation of community or school standards. This includes obscene language towards staff.

First Offense: Possible loss of privileges, possible suspension, possible counseling. Second Offense: PC, loss of privileges, possible counseling, possible contact LA, possible suspension. Third Offense: PC, loss of privileges, possible contact LA, possible counseling, suspension.

OBSCENE BEHAVIOR TOWARD PERSONNEL

First Offense: Conference w/teacher or principal, PC, loss of privileges. Second Offense: PC, loss of privileges, counseling, possible suspension. Third Offense: PC, loss of privileges, counseling, possible suspension.

PHYSICALLY ENDANGERING BEHAVIOR – Confrontation, tussle, or physical aggression that does not result in injury. Pushing, shoving, spitting, punching (not in anger), tripping or behavior that may or may not cause harm to oneself or another individual.

First Offense: Loss of privileges, possible PC, possible ISS. Second Offense: Loss of privileges, possible PC, possible ISS. Third Offense: Loss of privileges, possible PC, possible ISS.

THEFT – Stealing personal or school property. The unlawful taking of property belonging to another person or are in possession of stolen property without threat, violence or bodily harm. Includes electronic theft. Identification theft will be reported to law enforcement.

First Offense: PC including student, possible contact LA, restitution, possible counselor contact for intervention plan, loss of privileges. Second Offense: Contact LA, PC including student, up to 5 days ISS, restitution, possible contact counselor, loss of privileges. Third Offense: PC including student, possible suspension, restitution, contact counselor, contact LA.

THREATS/INTIMIDATION – Physical, verbal, written, or electronic action which immediately creates fear or harm, without displaying a weapon and without subjecting the victim to actual physical attack. Intentionally placing individuals in a situation where mental or physical harm can take place. This may include verbal, written or

physical aggression, harassment via insults, sexual innuendos, or verbally provoking a fight. Communication or actions indicating further actions of a threatening nature may take place at a later time. A student commits the offense of deceiving if they do one of the following: withholds information of an offense, withholds or conceals evidence of an offense, provides false declarations or statements in an effort to prevent the discovery of a perpetrator, tampers with evidence of an offense, or attempts to tamper with or intimidate any witness to an offense. Threats of a serious nature may result in a recommendation for long term suspension or expulsion.

First Offense: Conference w/teacher, loss of privileges, possible contact LA. Second Offense: PC, loss of privileges, possible contact LA. Third Offense: PC, time out of classroom, counseling, loss of privileges, contact LA.

THREAT/INTIMIDATION OF PERSONNEL – Physical, verbal, written, or electronic action which immediately creates fear or harm, without displaying a weapon and without subjecting the victim to actual physical attack. (Same as above in Threat/Intimidation). Threats of a serious nature may result in a recommendation of a long term suspension or expulsion.

First Offense: Conference w/teacher, possible suspension, possible contact LA. Second Offense: PC, possible contact LA, possible suspension, possible counseling. Third Offense: Suspension, PC, possible counseling, contact LA.

VANDALISM – Damage to school or personal property. Willful destruction or defacement (including attempts) of school or personal property.

First Offense: Restitution, conference w/teacher & principal, PC, loss of privileges, possible contact LA. Second Offense: Conference w/teacher/principle, PC, loss of privileges, restitution, possible contact LA.

WEAPONS – POSSESSION, USE, OR ATTEMPTED USE – THE SAFE SCHOOLS ACT OF 1996 states: “WEAPON” shall mean a “FIREARM” as defined under 18 U.S.C. 921, and the following items as defined in section 571.010, RSMo are considered by the Warrensburg R-VI School District as CATEGORY I WEAPONS: a blackjack, a concealable firearm, an explosive weapon, a firearm, a firearm silencer, a gas gun, a knife, knuckles, a machine gun, a projectile weapon (including bows, arrows, pellet guns, sling shots, paint ball guns), a rifle, a shotgun, a spring gun, mace, or a switchblade knife. In addition other items considered by the District to be weapons, classified as CATEGORY II WEAPONS: poisons; numchucks, throwing stars or other devices that could be used as a weapon to threaten others. Other items which will be viewed as weapons and designated CATEGORY III WEAPONS include: fireworks, firecrackers and smoke bombs, throwing darts, laser pointers, nuisance items and toys, unauthorized tools, etc. Note: Any knife is classified as a Category I Weapon regardless of blade length.

Policy – All weapons or instruments that have the appearance of a weapon are prohibited within all school environments and the school zone, except for educational purposes as authorized in advance by the building principal or designee. These environments include, but are not limited to district-owned buildings, leased or rented facilities; school sponsored activities; field trips; school vehicles and buses; and any school bus stops. This policy is in effect before, during and after school. Student Reporting – Students who see or become aware of a weapon in school must not touch it or remain in its presence. Notify an adult immediately. Exceptions – Pursuant to Missouri Statutes exemptions are granted to licensed peace officers, military personnel or students participating in military training while performing official duties; school district approved firearm safety courses; school-district approved possession and use of dangerous weapons by a ceremonial color guard; school-district approved gun or knife shows; school district approved possession and use of starter guns for athletic contests. Development of Plan – In certain instances, indicated by “Dev plan” in the consequence section below, a PC and student must occur to establish a written plan for the student’s continuation in school. Some modification of the terms of the suspension may also be warranted at this time. Category I – Firearm loaded or unloaded – Use, Attempted Use or Possession Contact LA, confiscate weapon, 10 OSS days during which a referral will be filed with the superintendent for a hearing, which may result in a long-term suspension or expulsion. Category I – Non-Firearm – Use, Attempted Use or Possession Contact LA, confiscate weapon, 10 OSS days during which a referral will be filed with the superintendent for a hearing, which may result in a long-term suspension or expulsion. Category II – Possession Confiscate object, PC, suspension up to 10 days, possible contact LA, counseling. Category II – Use or Attempted Use Confiscate object, PC, possible suspension up to 10 days, contact LA, loss of privileges, counseling. Category III – Possession, Use or Attempted Use Confiscate object, PC, possible suspension up to 10 days, loss of privileges, counseling, contact LA. RIGHT TO OBTAIN POLICY: You have the right to obtain a copy of the written policy adopted by the Board of Education of the Warrensburg R-VI School District in compliance with FERPA. A hard copy is available for your viewing in our office. You may also view online by the Warrensburg R-VI Web Site www.warrensburgR6.org.

http://www.warrensburgr6.org/

SEE PDF FOR PARENT RIGHT TO KNOW LETTER

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015 (ESSA) COMPLAINT PROCEDURES

1 Programs include Title I. A, B, C, D, Title II, Title III, Title IV.A, Title V Revised 4/17 2 In compliance with ESSA Title VIII- Part C. Sec. 8304(a)(3)(C) Local education agencies are required to disseminate, free of charge, this information regarding ESSA complaint procedures to parents of students and appropriate private school officials or representatives.

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Complaint Procedures for ESSA Programs Table of Contents

General Information 1. What is a complaint under ESSA? 2. Who may file a complaint? 3. How can a complaint be filed?

Complaints filed with LEA 4. How will a complaint filed with the LEA be investigated? 5. What happens if a complaint is not resolved at the local level (LEA)?

Complaints filed with the Department 6. How can a complaint be filed with the Department? 7. How will a complaint filed with the Department be investigated? 8. How are complaints related to equitable services to nonpublic school children handled differently?

Appeals 9. How will appeals to the Department be investigated? 10. What happens if the complaint is not resolved at the state level (the Department)?

1. What is a complaint? For these purposes, a complaint is a written allegation that a local education agency (LEA) or the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (the Department) has violated a federal statute or regulation that applies to a program under ESSA. 2. Who may file a complaint? Any individual or organization may file a complaint. 3. How can a complaint be filed? Complaints can be filed with the LEA or with the Department. 4. How will a complaint filed with the LEA be investigated? Complaints filed with the LEA are to be investigated and attempted to be resolved according to the locally developed and adopted procedures. 5. What happens if a complaint is not resolved at the local level (LEA)? A complaint not resolved at the local level may be appealed to the Department. 6. How can a complaint be filed with the Department? A complaint filed with the Department must be a written, signed statement that includes:

1. A statement that a requirement that applies to an ESSA program has been violated by the LEA or the Department, and

2. The facts on which the statement is based and the specific requirement allegedly violated.

7. How will a complaint filed with the Department be investigated? The investigation and complaint resolution proceedings will be completed within a time limit of forty-five calendar days. That time limit can be extended by the agreement of all parties. The following activities will occur in the investigation:

1. Record. A written record of the investigation will be kept.

2. Notification of LEA. The LEA will be notified of the complaint within five days of the complaint being filed.

3. Resolution at LEA. The LEA will then initiate its local complaint procedures in an effort to first resolve the complaint at the local level.

4. Report by LEA. Within thirty-five days of the complaint being filed, the LEA will submit a written summary of the LEA investigation and complaint resolution. This report is considered public record and may be made available to parents, teachers, and other members of the general public.

5. Verification. Within five days of receiving the written summary of a complaint resolution, the Department will verify the resolution of the complaint through an on-site visit, letter, or telephone call(s).

6. Appeal. The complainant or the LEA may appeal the decision of the Department to the U.S. Department of Education.

8. How are complaints related to equitable services to nonpublic school children handled differently? In addition to the procedures listed in number 7 above, complaints related to equitable services will also be filed with the U.S. Department of Education, and they will receive all information related to the investigation and resolution of the complaint. Also, appeals to the United States Department of Education must be filed no longer than thirty days following the Department’s resolution of the complaint (or its failure to resolve the complaint). 9. How will appeals to the Department be investigated? The Department will initiate an investigation within ten days, which will be concluded within thirty days from the day of the appeal. This investigation may be continued beyond the thirty day limit at the discretion of the Department. At the conclusion of the investigation, the Department will communicate the decision and reasons for the decision to the complainant and the LEA. Recommendations and details of the decision are to be implemented within fifteen days of the decision being delivered to the LEA. 10. What happens if a complaint is not resolved at the state level (the Department)? The complainant or the LEA may appeal the decision of the Department to the United States Department of Education.

1 Programs include Title I. A, B, C, D, Title II, Title III, Title IV.A, Title V Revised 4/17 2 In compliance with ESSA Title VIII- Part C. Sec. 8304(a)(3)(C) Local education agencies are required to disseminate, free of charge, this information regarding ESSA complaint procedures to parents of students and appropriate private school officials or representatives.

PUBLIC NOTICE All responsible public agencies are required to locate, evaluate, and identify children with disabilities who are under the jurisdiction of the agency, regardless of the severity of the disability, including children attending private schools, children who live outside the district but are attending a private school within the district, highly mobile children, such as migrant and homeless children, children who are wards of the state, and children who are suspected of having a disability and in need of special education even though they are advancing from grade to grade. The Warrensburg R-VI School District assures that it will provide a free, appropriate public education (FAPE) to all eligible children with disabilities between the ages of 3 and 21 under its jurisdiction. Disabilities include autism, deaf/blindness, emotional disorders, hearing impairment and deafness, intellectual disability, multiple disabilities, orthopedic impairment, other health impairments, specific learning disabilities, speech or language impairment, traumatic brain injury, visual impairment/blindness and young child with a developmental delay. The Warrensburg R-VI School District assures that it will provide information and referral services necessary to assist the State in the implementation of early intervention services for infants and toddlers eligible for the Missouri First Steps program. The Warrensburg R-VI School District assures that personally identifiable information collected, used, or maintained by the agency for the purposes of identification, evaluation, placement or provision of FAPE of children with disabilities may be inspected and/or reviewed by their parents/guardians. Parents/guardians may request amendment to the educational record if the parent/guardian believes the record is inaccurate, misleading, or violates the privacy or other rights of their child. Parents have the right to file complaints with the U.S. Department of Education or the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education concerning alleged failures by the district to meet the requirements of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). The Warrensburg R-VI School District has developed a Local Compliance Plan for the implementation of State Regulations for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This plan contains the agency’s policies and procedures regarding storage, disclosure to third parties, retention and destruction of personally identifiable information and the agency’s assurances that services are provided in compliance with the General Education Provision Act (GEPA). This plan may be reviewed at the district's Central Office, 201 S. Holden St., Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. This notice will be provided in native languages as appropriate. Rev. August 15, 2013

Student Educational Records Student Form 2400 FERPA Notice of Designation of Directory Information

NOTICE OF DESIGNATION OF DIRECTORY INFORMATION

Dear Parents and Guardians: The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), a Federal law, requires that the Warrensburg R-VI School District, with certain exceptions, obtains your written consent prior to the disclosure of personally identifiable information from your child’s education records. However, the Warrensburg R-VI School District may disclose appropriately designated “directory information” without written consent, unless you have advised the District to the contrary in accordance with District procedures. The primary purpose of directory information is to allow the Warrensburg R-VI School District to include this type of information from your child’s educational records in certain school publications. Examples include:

A playbill, showing your student’s role in a drama production;

The annual yearbook;

Honor roll or other recognition lists;

Graduation programs; and

Sports activity sheets, such as for wrestling, showing weight and height of team members.

Directory information, which is information that is generally not considered harmful or an invasion of privacy if released, can also be disclosed to outside organizations without a parent’s prior written consent. Outside organizations include, but are not limited to, companies that manufacture class rings or publish yearbooks. In addition, two federal laws require local educational agencies (LEAs) receiving assistance under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to provide military recruiters, upon request, with three directory information categories – names, addresses and telephone listings – unless parents have advised the LEA that they do not want their student’s information disclosed without their prior written consent. If you do not want the Warrensburg R-VI School District to disclose directory information from your child’s educational records without your prior written consent, you must notify the Maple Grove Office and District in writing within two (2) weeks of your student's date of enrollment. The Warrensburg R-VI School District has designated the following information as directory information:

For Students in Pre-Kindergarten Through Eighth Grade

Student’s Name

Grade Level

Enrollment Status

Participation in School-Based Activities and Sports

Weight and Height of Members of Athletic Teams

Dates of Attendance

Honors and Awards Received

Artwork or Coursework Displayed by the District

Most Recent Previous School Attended

Photographs, Videotapes, Digital Images and Recorded Sound Unless Such Photographs, Videotapes, Digital Images and Recorded Sound Would Be Considered Harmful or an Invasion of Privacy

For Students in High School and Career Center Students

Student’s Name

Parent’s Name

Grade Level

Enrollment Status

Participation in School-Based Activities and Sports

Weight and Height of Members of Athletic Teams

Dates of Attendance

Degree, Honors and Awards Received

Artwork or Coursework Displayed by the District

Most Recent Previous School Attended

Photographs, Videotapes, Digital Images and Recorded Sound Unless Such Photographs, Videotapes, Digital Images and Recorded Sound Would Be Considered Harmful or an Invasion of Privacy

_________________________________________ 1These laws are: Section 9528 of the ESEA (20 U.S.C. 7908), as amended by the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001(P.L. 107-110), the education bill, and 10 U.S.C. 503, as amended by section 544, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2002 (P.L. 107-107), the legislation that provides funding for the Nation’s armed forces. Warrensburg R-VI School District Revised 05/20/2008 Reviewed/Approved 11/22/2010 Revised 06/10/2014

STUDENTS Form 2400.1 Student Educational Records FERPA Educational Rights Annual Notification Each year the Warrensburg R-VI School District is required to give notice to parents and students over 18 years of age (“eligible students”) of the various rights afforded to them with respect to the student’s education records pursuant to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Parents and eligible students have a right to be notified and informed. In accordance with FERPA, you are notified of the following: RIGHT TO INSPECT: You have the right to inspect and review substantially all of your education records maintained by or at this institution within 45 days of the day the School receives a request for access. You should submit to the School principal a written request that identifies the record(s) you wish to inspect. The School official will make arrangements for access and notify you of the time and place where the records may be inspected. RIGHT TO REQUEST AMENDMENT: You have the right to seek to have corrected any parts of an education record which you believe to be inaccurate, misleading or otherwise in violation of your privacy rights under FERPA. If you wish to ask the School to amend a record, you should write the School principal, clearly identify the part of the record you want changed, and specify why it should be changed. If the School decides not to amend the record as requested by you, the School will notify you of the decision and advise you of your right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to you when notified of the right to a hearing. RIGHT TO PREVENT DISCLOSURES: You have the right to prevent disclosure of education records to third parties with certain limited exceptions. It is the intent of this institution to limit the disclosure of information contained in your education records to those instances when prior written consent has been given to the disclosure, as an item of directory information of which you have not refused to permit disclosure, or under the provisions of FERPA which allow disclosure without prior written consent. One exception, which permits disclosure without consent, is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is a person employed by the School as an administrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staff member (including health or medical staff and law enforcement unit personnel); a person serving on the School Board; a person or company with whom the School has contracted as its agent to provide a service instead of using its own employees or officials (such as an attorney, auditor, medical consultant, or therapist); or a parent or student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility.

Upon request, the School discloses education records without consent to officials of another school district in which a student seeks or intends to enroll. RIGHT TO COMPLAIN TO FERPA OFFICE: You have the right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the Warrensburg R-VI School District to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA are: Family Policy Compliance Office U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue, SW Washington, D.C., 20202-5920 RIGHT TO OBTAIN POLICY: You have the right to obtain a copy of the written policy adopted by the Board of Education of the Warrensburg R-VI School District in compliance with FERPA. A copy may be obtained in person or by mail from: Vanessa Cohron, Custodian of Records, Warrensburg R-VI School District, 201 S. Holden St., P. O. Box 638, Warrensburg, MO 64093 (660) 747-7823. Warrensburg R-VI School District Approved: May 20, 2008 Reviewed/Approved 11/22/2010

PROHIBITION AGAINST DISCRIMINATION, HARASSMENT AND RETALIATION General Rule The Warrensburg R-VI School District Board of Education is committed to maintaining a workplace and educational environment that is free from discrimination and harassment in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs, services, activities and facilities. In accordance with law, the district strictly prohibits discrimination and harassment against employees, students or others on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. The Warrensburg R-VI School District is an equal opportunity employer. The Board also prohibits: 1. Retaliatory actions including, but not limited to, acts of intimidation, threats, coercion or discrimination against those who:

a) Make complaints of prohibited discrimination or harassment. b) Report prohibited discrimination or harassment. c) Participate in an investigation, formal proceeding or informal resolution, whether conducted internally or outside the district, concerning prohibited discrimination or harassment.

2. Aiding, abetting, inciting, compelling or coercing discrimination, harassment or retaliatory actions. 3. Discrimination, harassment or retaliation against any person because of such person’s association with a person protected from discrimination or harassment in accordance with this policy. All employees, students and visitors must immediately report to the district for investigation any incident or behavior that could constitute discrimination, harassment or retaliation in accordance with this policy. If a student alleges sexual misconduct on the part of any district employee to any person employed by the district, that person will immediately report the allegation to the Children's Division (CD) of the Department of Social Services in accordance with state law. In accordance with this policy and as allowed by law, the district will investigate and address discrimination, harassment and retaliation that negatively impact the school environment, including instances that occur off district property or are unrelated to the district's activities. Additional Prohibited Behavior Behavior that is not unlawful or does not rise to the level of illegal discrimination, harassment or retaliation might still be unacceptable for the workplace or the educational environment. Demeaning or otherwise harmful actions are

prohibited, particularly if directed at personal characteristics including, but not limited to, socioeconomic level, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation. Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act As required by law, the district will provide equal access to district facilities and related benefits and services and will not discriminate against any group officially affiliated with the Boy Scouts of America, the Girl Scouts of the United States of America or any other youth group designated in applicable federal law. School Nutrition Programs No person shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or otherwise be subject to discrimination under a school nutrition program for which the district receives federal financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service. School nutrition programs include the National School Lunch Program, the Special Milk Program, the School Breakfast Program and the Summer Food Service Program. Interim Measures When a report is made or the district otherwise learns of potential discrimination, harassment or retaliation, the district will take immediate action to protect the alleged victim, including implementing interim measures. For example, the district may alter a class seating arrangement, provide additional supervision for a student or suspend an employee pending an investigation. The district will take immediate steps to prevent retaliation against the alleged victim, any person associated with the alleged victim, or any witnesses or participants in the investigation. These steps may include, but are not limited to, notifying students, employees and others that they are protected from retaliation, ensuring that they know how to report future complaints, and initiating follow-up contact with the complainant to determine if any additional acts of discrimination, harassment or retaliation have occurred. Consequences and Remedies If the district determines that discrimination, harassment or retaliation have occurred, the district will take prompt, effective and appropriate action to address the behavior, prevent its recurrence and remedy its effects. Employees who violate this policy will be disciplined, up to and including employment termination. Students who violate this policy will be disciplined, which may include suspension or expulsion. Patrons, contractors, visitors or others who violate this policy may be prohibited from district property or otherwise restricted while on district property. The superintendent or designee will contact law enforcement or seek a court order to enforce this policy when necessary or when actions may constitute criminal behavior.

Students, employees and others will not be disciplined for speech in circumstances where it is protected by law. In accordance with law and district policy, any person suspected of abusing or neglecting a child will be reported immediately to the CD. Remedies provided by the district will attempt to minimize the burden on the victim. Such remedies may include, but are not limited to: providing additional resources such as counseling, providing access to community services, assisting the victim in filing criminal charges when applicable, moving the perpetrator to a different class or school, providing an escort between classes, or allowing the victim to retake or withdraw from a class. The district may provide additional training to students and employees, make periodic assessments to make sure behavior complies with district policy, or perform a climate check to assess the environment in the district. Definitions Compliance Officer – The individual responsible for implementing this policy, including the acting compliance officer when he or she is performing duties of the compliance officer. Discrimination – Conferring benefits upon, refusing or denying benefits to, or providing differential treatment to a person or class of persons in violation of law based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law, or based on a belief that such a characteristic exists. Grievance – A verbal or written report (also known as a complaint) of discrimination, harassment or retaliation made to the compliance officer. Harassment – A form of discrimination, as defined above, that occurs when the school or work environment becomes permeated with intimidation, ridicule or insult that is sufficiently severe or pervasive enough that it unreasonably alters the employment or educational environment. Behaviors that could constitute illegal harassment include, but are not limited to, the following acts if based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law or based on a belief that such a characteristic exists: graffiti; display of written material, pictures or electronic images; name calling, teasing or taunting; insults, derogatory remarks or slurs; jokes; gestures; threatening, intimidating or hostile acts; physical acts of aggression, assault or violence; theft; or damage to property. Sexual Harassment – A form of discrimination, as defined above, on the basis of sex. Sexual harassment is unwelcome conduct that occurs when a) benefits or decisions are implicitly or explicitly conditioned upon submission to, or punishment is applied for refusing to comply with, unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors or conduct of a sexual nature; or b) the school or work environment becomes permeated with intimidation, ridicule or insult that is based on sex or is sexual in nature and that is sufficiently severe or pervasive enough to alter the conditions of participation in the district’s programs and activities or the conditions of

employment. Sexual harassment may occur between members of the same or opposite sex. The district presumes a student cannot consent to behavior of a sexual nature with an adult regardless of the circumstance. Behaviors that could constitute sexual harassment include, but are not limited to: 1. Sexual advances and requests or pressure of any kind for sexual favors, activities or contact. 2. Conditioning grades, promotions, rewards or privileges on submission to sexual favors, activities or contact. 3. Punishing or reprimanding persons who refuse to comply with sexual requests, activities or contact. 4. Graffiti, name calling, slurs, jokes, gestures or communications of a sexual nature or based on sex. 5. Physical contact or touching of a sexual nature, including touching of intimate parts and sexually motivated or inappropriate patting, pinching or rubbing. 6. Comments about an individual's body, sexual activity or sexual attractiveness. 7. Physical sexual acts of aggression, assault or violence, including criminal offenses (such as rape, sexual assault or battery, and sexually motivated stalking) against a person's will or when a person is not capable of giving consent due to the person's age, intellectual disability or use of drugs or alcohol. 8. Gender-based harassment and acts of verbal, nonverbal, written, graphic or physical conduct based on sex or sex stereotyping, but not involving conduct of a sexual nature. Working Days – Days on which the district's business offices are open. Compliance Officer The Board designates the following individual to act as the district’s compliance officer: Dr. Michael Scott Assistant Superintendent for Student Services 201 S. Holden St., Warrensburg, MO 64093 Phone: 660-747-7823 Fax: 660-747-9615 mscott@warrensburgr6.org In the event the compliance officer is unavailable or is the subject of a report that would otherwise be made to the compliance officer, reports should instead be directed to the acting compliance officer: Dr. Scott Patrick Superintendent 201 S. Holden St., Warrensburg,MO 64093 Phone: 660-747-7823 Fax: 660-747-9615 spatrick@warrensburgr6.org The compliance officer or acting compliance officer will: 1. Coordinate district compliance with this policy and the law. 2. Receive all grievances regarding discrimination, harassment and retaliation in the Warrensburg R-VI School District. 3. Serve as the district’s designated Title IX, Section 504 and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) coordinator, as well as the contact person for compliance with other discrimination laws.

4. Investigate or assign persons to investigate grievances; monitor the status of grievances to ensure that additional discrimination, harassment and retaliation do not occur; and recommend consequences. 5. Review all evidence brought in disciplinary matters to determine whether additional remedies are available, such as separating students in the school environment. 6. Determine whether district employees with knowledge of discrimination, harassment or retaliation failed to carry out their reporting duties and recommend disciplinary action, if necessary. 7. Communicate regularly with the district's law enforcement unit to determine whether any reported crimes constitute potential discrimination, harassment or retaliation. 8. Oversee discrimination, harassment or retaliation grievances, including identifying and addressing any patterns or systemic problems and reporting such problems and patterns to the superintendent or the Board. 9. Seek legal advice when necessary to enforce this policy. 10. Report to the superintendent and the Board aggregate information regarding the number and frequency of grievances and compliance with this policy. 11. Make recommendations regarding changing this policy or the implementation of this policy. 12. Coordinate and institute training programs for district staff and supervisors as necessary to meet the goals of this policy, including instruction in recognizing behavior that constitutes discrimination, harassment and retaliation. 13. Periodically review student discipline records to determine whether disciplinary consequences are applied uniformly. 14. Perform other duties as assigned by the superintendent. Public Notice The superintendent or designee will continuously publicize the district’s policy prohibiting discrimination, harassment and retaliation and disseminate information on how to report discrimination, harassment and retaliation. Notification of the district's policy will be posted in a public area of each building used for instruction or employment or open to the public. Information will also be distributed annually to employees, parents/guardians and students as well as to newly enrolled students and newly hired employees. District bulletins, catalogs, application forms, recruitment material and the district’s website will include a statement that the Warrensburg R-VI School District does not discriminate in its programs, services, activities, facilities or with regard to employment. The district will provide information in alternative formats when necessary to accommodate persons with disabilities. Reporting Students, employees and others may attempt to resolve minor issues by addressing concerns directly to the person alleged to have violated this policy, but they are not expected or required to do so. attempts to voluntarily resolve a grievance will not delay the investigation once a report has been made to the district.

Unless the concern is otherwise voluntarily resolved, all persons must report incidents that might constitute discrimination, harassment or retaliation directly to the compliance officer or acting compliance officer. All district employees will instruct all persons seeking to make a grievance to communicate directly with the compliance officer. Even if the suspected victim of discrimination, harassment or retaliation does not file a grievance, district employees are required to report to the compliance officer any observations, rumors or other information regarding actions prohibited by this policy. If a verbal grievance is made, the person will be asked to submit a written complaint to the compliance officer or acting compliance officer. If a person refuses or is unable to submit a written complaint, the compliance officer will summarize the verbal complaint in writing. A grievance is not needed for the district to take action upon finding a violation of law, district policy or district expectations. Even if a grievance is not directly filed, if the compliance officer otherwise learns about possible discrimination, harassment or retaliation, including violence, the district will conduct a prompt, impartial, adequate, reliable and thorough investigation to determine whether unlawful conduct occurred and will implement the appropriate interim measures if necessary. Student-on-Student Harassment Building-level administrators are in a unique position to identify and address discrimination, harassment and retaliation between students, particularly when behaviors are reported through the normal disciplinary process and not through a grievance. Administrators have the ability to immediately discipline a student for prohibited behavior in accordance with the district’s discipline policy. Administrators will report all incidents of discrimination, harassment and retaliation to the compliance officer and will direct the parent/guardian and student to the compliance officer for further assistance. The compliance officer may determine that the incident has been appropriately addressed or recommend additional action. When a grievance is filed, the investigation and complaint process detailed below will be used. Investigation The district will immediately investigate all grievances. All persons are required to cooperate fully in the investigation. The district compliance officer or other designated investigator may utilize an attorney or other professionals to conduct the investigation. In determining whether alleged conduct constitutes discrimination, harassment or retaliation, the district will consider the surrounding circumstances, the nature of the behavior, the relationships between the parties involved, past incidents, the context in which the alleged incidents occurred and all other relevant information. Whether a particular action or incident constitutes a violation of this policy requires a determination based on all of the facts and surrounding circumstances. If, after investigation, school officials determine that it is more likely than not (the preponderance of the evidence standard) that discrimination, harassment or other prohibited behavior

has occurred, the district will take immediate corrective action. Grievance Process Overview 1. If a person designated to hear a grievance or appeal is the subject of the grievance, the compliance officer may designate an alternative person to hear the grievance, or the next highest step in the grievance process will be used. For example, if the grievance involves the superintendent, the compliance officer may designate someone outside the district to hear the grievance in lieu of the superintendent, or the grievance may be heard directly by the Board. 2. An extension of the investigation and reporting deadlines may be warranted if extenuating circumstances exist as determined by the district's compliance officer. The person filing the complaint will be notified when deadlines are extended. If more than twice the allotted time has expired without a response, the appeal may be taken to the next level. 3. Failure of the person filing the grievance to appeal within the timelines given will be considered acceptance of the findings and remedial action taken. 4. To the extent permitted by law, the district will investigate all grievances, even if an outside enforcing agency such as the Office for Civil Rights, law enforcement or the CD is also investigating a complaint ari