WAVERLY PARK SCHOOL

HANDBOOK

AND MIDDLE YEARS SECTION

Mission Statement Working with our community to develop responsible, caring, knowledgeable and

informed citizens.

Vision Statement The Waverly Park School and Community strive to provide a safe, engaging

environment promoting high achievement allowing each individual to recognize their full potential.

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Mandate To ensure that our student citizens have the opportunity to acquire the knowledge,

skills and attitudes needed to be self-directed learners.

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3800 Park Avenue

Brandon, MB R7B 3X2

Ph: (204) 729-3250

Fax: (204) 729-3255

www.brandonsd.mb.ca/waverly

Learning Beliefs: The Waverly Park Community believes that:

- We must strive for high achievement, engaged learning time, focused

teaching and a positive, safe environment where all involved feel a strong

sense of belonging.

- Learning should be an adventure and will involve hard work.

- There must be fairness to access of programs for everyone.

- We will recognize and respect culture, heritage and individual differences.

- School should be a place where all can succeed, set attainable goals and

develop a wholesome yet realistic self-concept.

- Change is a constant in our society, therefore, flexibility, creativity and

innovation in thinking and problem solving is required to adapt and succeed

in our changing world.

- School is an extension of the home.

- It takes a whole community to raise a child

- Parents and teachers are partners who will collaborate to provide

opportunities for our students to:

Be a clear and effective communicator

Be a self-directed and life-long learner

Be a creative and practical problem solver

Be a responsible and involved citizen

Be a collaborative and quality worker

Be integrated and informed thinkers

ALPHABETICAL LISTING OF AREA OF INTEREST K-8

SPECIFIC MIDDLE YEAR’S SECTION IN THE BACK

Attendance - Students are expected to attend classes on a regular basis. Parents are asked to

inform the school in advance if they know students will be away. Please call the school if

your child is ill, our Call Back number is: 729-3256.

Bikes and/or Skateboards - Bicycles are brought to school at the

student’s own risk. Unfortunately as bicycles cannot always be

adequately watched, they are often open to theft and vandalism. All

bikes must be parked and locked to the bike racks located at various

locations around the school. Roller blades are discouraged from use at

the school – storage during the day is an issue for these items as well as

they can do damage to our paved playground area. Skateboards are not to be brought to

school.

Call Back - At approximately 9:00 a.m. and 1:05 p.m. teachers submit a list of students who

are absent from the classroom for no known reason. The parent/guardian is then contacted at

home or at work to see why the child is away from school. This system works most

effectively if the parent accepts the responsibility of notifying the school for their child’s

absence. In the event that the school must phone and we are unable to reach a parent at

home or at work, we then accept no further responsibility for the student’s attendance.

Canteen - Our school canteen is available most school days. It offers a small variety of fast

food/processed items, i.e.: (cup-a-soup), chocolate milk, etc. Staff and student volunteers

operate the canteen. This food option should not be considered an alternative to a good

nutritional lunch but rather as an occasional lunch/treat option.

Celebration of Learning – This event happens just prior to conferences in November &

March in Kindergarten through Grade 4. Student work is on display and it provides an

opportunity for parent and child to celebrate student growth over the term.

Cell Phones - Students are not to have cell phones at school. The office

phone is available for student use/emergencies.

Clinical Services - Our Clinical Services department is based in the Division Office. A

team of speech language pathologists, social workers and psychologists is available to assist

teachers and parents in assessment of student needs. Recommendations are made to develop

appropriate programs for individual students. To use this service a referral, which must be

signed by the parents, is completed for the student.

Due to a heavy workload these requests are prioritized. Parents of children requiring these

services are kept informed on a regular basis.

Clothing - The responsibility for personal dress and grooming rests primarily with students

and their parents. Clothing that is comfortable, clean and modest is most conducive to a

good educational climate. The following guidelines are observed at Waverly Park School:

A student’s appearance must not disrupt or interfere with the educational process.

Clothing must be appropriate. Clothing may not emphasize alcohol, drugs, tobacco,

profanity, or anything in poor taste. Spaghetti strap tee shirts and bare mid-drifts are

not acceptable.

Jackets, hats must not be worn within the school building.

Dress and grooming may not create health or safety problems for the student or

others. Brandon School Division Policy 7004 details divisional dress code under

Student Conduct.

Communications –

1. Friday Folders: Information pertaining to your child’s class and the school in

general is disseminated each Friday in bright yellow folders to help create a routine

of what is upcoming and what needs to go back to the school on Monday.

Kindergarten & Grade 1 use a daily communication system.

2. Newsletters: A newsletter is distributed at the start of each month and posted on

the school website: www.brandonsd.mb.ca/waverly . Please take the time to read it

as it is one way of keeping informed about school events.

HARD COPIES ARE AVAILABLE BY REQUEST FROM THE OFFICE.

3. Field Trip Waivers (Acknowledgement of Risk Form): This form is sent home for

completion whenever a child participates in an extracurricular event outside the

typical routine of a regular school day. This includes all trips outside the City of

Brandon and events within the city. Field trips are planned in conjunction with the

various curriculum requirements and are meant to serve as an extension or

enrichment of such. A user fee may be requested depending on the event/activity, to

offset the cost of these outings.

Conferences/Reports/Teacher – Student/Parent/Teacher Conferences take place in

November & March. Student progress is shared and goal setting is discussed at this time.

Should concerns arise at other times please feel free to contact the school/your child’s

teacher at any time during the school year.

Counselor - We have a part-time counselor at the school. The counselor is here to provide

assistance to students with social and emotional issues. There are a number of reference

materials relating to counseling issues available in the Parent Resource Area.

Extra-Curricular Activities – With the support of volunteer coaches, Waverly promotes a

comprehensive co-curricular programs, including soccer, volleyball, basketball, badminton,

cross country, track and field and others as the interest arises (Grades 4-8).

Internet Protocol and Computer Use – (Students must complete an Internet Use

Agreement – annually). Brandon School Division provides network access to students in

order that they may conduct research and facilitate communication skills.

The Division reserves the right to inspect student files and folders in order to ensure that

Appropriate Use Guidelines are being followed and to ensure system efficiency and

integrity.

Misuse of the Internet will result in loss of school computer privileges and possible

suspension.

Waverly Park School staff provides instruction and guidance in the wise use of network

resources. While every attempt will be made to monitor material being accessed, the

students may inadvertently access inappropriate or objectionable material. When such cases

occur, the students should immediately notify the nearest supervisor, so that appropriate

action may be taken.

IPODS, MP3 Players, Walkmans, etc. – These items are not to be brought to school.

Kindergarten – Currently operating as a full day, every other day program.

Lunch Program - Waverly Park offers a Parent Run Program. Open to all students

Grade K-8 in the winter months (November 1-March 31). Students in Grade 7 & 8 living

north of the tracks, west of 34th and south of Victoria are expected to go home for lunch in

the Fall (September 1-November 1) and Spring (April 1-June 30). All other students Grade

K-8 may access the program year round.

Lockers - All students are provided with lockers. Students are expected to keep them clean

and tidy. These lockers are school property, and therefore can be searched at any time.

Middle Year’s students should provide a lock for their lockers. BSD Policy #7008 and

#7023

Red Flag/Green Flag – Each entry door has a weather flag posted on the glass. If flag is

red students are to stay outside until bell time @ 8:40 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. If green weather

conditions are such that students are free to enter the school when they arrive and remain in

the lobby area until bell time.

Resource/Support Staff – Currently our support staff consist of either full or part-time staff

in the following positions: Resource, Counselor, Reading Recovery, Early Years Lit

Support, English as an Additional Language (EAL), High Ability Learner Enrichment

Programming (HALEP), Teacher/Librarian, Music (K-6), P.E. (K-8).

School Times – The school Secretary is available between 8:30 and 4:30 Monday through

Friday. Students are welcome into the school at 8:40 a.m. Announcements at 8:50 a.m.

Lunch 12:05 – 1:00 p.m. Classes resume at 1:05 p.m. Students dismissed at 3:20 p.m.

Optional Subjects for Grade 7 and 8

Basic French - is offered on a daily basis for all students in Grades 4-6. It becomes optional

in Grade 7 and 8. Students in the program will develop basic communication skills and will

acquire an understanding and appreciation of francophone cultures, as well as language-

learning strategies.

Historically, most students continue in the French program in Grade 7 and 8. Our non-

French students will receive a school-initiated program.

Industrial Arts(Shop) and/or Home Economics – All Grade 7 students

receive instruction in Home Economics, and Grade 8 students take

Shop one half day on the 6 Day Cycle. Students go to the schools that

have Shop and/or Home Economics facilities to complete their projects.

Parents are responsible for the student’s transportation to and from

class.

Band - is the other option students may choose to enhance their curriculum. The program

offers an excellent chance for students to learn a musical instrument even if they have had no

previous experience.

Opposite Band – Art or the “Arts” will be the main focus of those students not participating

in the Band program.

Jazz Band – this is a Brandon West program involving band students interested and capable

of furthering their musical talents in a smaller group setting. The

Jazz Band meets once a week in the evening at Waverly Park School

for most of the school year. Entrance is determined by the band

instructor and student interest. Participation has typically been

comprised of Grade 8 Band students.

Textbooks and/or Library Books - It is the students’ responsibility to take care of

textbooks and library books issued to them. Damaged or replacement costs are the

responsibility of the student/family checking the book out.

MIDDLE YEARS (Grades 5-8)

This section gives an overview of activities geared for our Middle Years students.

Leadership Team – Currently our Leadership Team is open to all MY students Grade 5-8. We are

offering several different student leadership groups for students to become involved with in their

middle years. The groups are facilitated by a staff member and have a social responsibility

component in the hopes of fostering global awareness to the plight of others. Examples include:

Spread the Net, Going Green, We Day, Y Revolution, etc.

Enrichment Clusters –All MY students are involved through HALEP (high ability learner

enrichment programming). Various cluster topics are developed over the course of the year and

students select an area of interest and are given a period of time to try and develop a service or

product that benefits others during the cluster time.

Clubs –Currently Grade 5/6 are involved in various music clubs “Recorder – Orff” as well as Middle

Years Speech Choir.over the course of the year. Other clubs may be formed as interest warrants.

Dances - Our MY students have the opportunity to participate in up to three sock-hops over the

course of a school year.

Awards – Currently we have Student Recognition Shark Awards for all students in

MY. Recognition categories are reviewed each year and shared in the fall with all

MY students. Grade 8 students also have awards from the Rotary Club for

involvement in volunteering in the community, and the Whitecap award donated by

the First Baptist Church to the student(s) displaying outstanding Citizenship qualities

and Grade 8 proficiency awards to the girl and boy with the highest academic

standing in each Grade 8 class.

**Student Recognition is based on meeting criteria in five categories (Academic, Athletics, the

“Arts”, Participation, and Citizenship). All MY students receive information about these sought after

awards in the fall. ** SEE LAST TWO PAGES

For further information on the specifics please refer to the website: www.brandonsd.mb.ca/waverly. -

MY section

Field Trips – Currently all MY classes are involved in a year end field trip. Participation on this trip

is earned through the behaviour and character demonstrated throughout the course of the school year.

A March Ski trip is also offered annually to students in Grade 5 to 8

Grade 8 Farewell - Our grade 8 farewell activities are determined in conjunction with our Grade 8

students. Past practice has been to hold the events the evening before the last day of school. An

informal ceremony is held at the First Baptist Church after school and a catered supper at the Victoria

Inn with a very brief program following. Grade 8 students receive their certificates and are not

required to be at school the next day. Annual decisions regarding the Farewell are held early in the

new year.

WAVERLY PARK SPORTS SCHEDULE

SPORT

TIME

STUDENTS

INVOLVED

ANDTEAM

CREATED

SKILLS

TAUGHT

IN P.E.

PRACTICES

*Usual Times

GAMES/

TOURNAMENTS

Soccer

Grade 4

Fall

Mixed

Yes

After school

1 practice game

1 Friday p.m.

tournament

Soccer Grade 5/6

Fall

Boys/Girls

Yes

After school.

1 – 2 practice games

Friday P.M.

Tournament

Volleyball

Grade 7/8

Fall

Boys/Girls

Yes

As per weekly

schedule or after

school

1 game per week

2 tournaments as per schedules

Golf Grade 7/8

Fall

Experienced Players only

No

1 or 2 trips to

driving range

putting/driving

Division tournament

at Rec. Centre

during a whole school day.

Basketball 7/8

Winter

Boys/Girls

Yes

As per weekly

schedule or after

school

1 game per week

2 tournaments as per schedules

Badminton 7/8

Spring

Boys/Girls

Mixed

Yes

As per weekly

schedule or after

school

Division schedule

Cross

Country Run

Grade 4/6 – 7/8

Spring

Mixed

Yes

3 per week

(Usually a.m.’s)

2 after school

Division runs

Track and Field

4/6 and 7/8

Spring

Individual

Yes

Throughout the Spring

School track meet

Division Track meet

*All sporting events require a BSD staff supervisor from their home school.

(General review of this information done annually with students and there may

be times when students are expected to sign as a contract.)

Waverly Park “SHARKS” Extra-Curricular Program

Expectations, Responsibilities, Obligations, Consequences

Students:

As a WP student involved in extra-curricular events and activities, I realize I have

certain responsibilities that come with this involvement.

I am responsible for:

my own actions and impressions at an event

gym equipment and uniform

promptness to events, practices and games

acting sensitive to my peers and supervisors

meeting school assignment requirements and deadlines

communicating with the coach, supervisor and parents

meeting attendance expectations

“Fair Play” ideals and expectations outlined in our “SHARKS” Matrix

Failure to consistently meet these expectations / obligations may result in removal from

a current (and / or future) extra-curricular event.

WP “SHARK” T-Shirts: Those students participating in Grade 7 and 8 athletics are

expected to have a WP Shark T-Shirt to be used during school / divisional events.

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***I hereby acknowledge that I understand the above expectations, responsibilities and

obligations. I also understand it is my responsibility to maintain my commitment to the

program or event in which I choose to become involved. I also understand the

consequences that may result from my failure to meet these obligations.

_____________________ ___________________ _____________________

Date Student Parent

Waverly Park Middle Years Recognition Awards

Academic: This area of our Recognition Program has been designed to align with

the Brandon School Division and Waverly Park Middle Year’s assessment

initiative. Academic recognition will now be determined through a rubric,

consisting of 3 categories of student learning – Achievement, Independence,

Engagement. The details for this area are further explained on the reverse.

Athletics: Grade7/8: Students must participate in 2 extra-curricular athletic

events

These include: Golf, Volleyball, Basketball, Badminton, X-Country, Other

Grade5/6: Students must participate in 1 extra-curricular event

These include: Soccer, Gymnastics, X-Country, Other

Any “Other” athletic event will depend on year and staff available.

Arts: Students must be involved in 1 of the Arts offered throughout the year

Currently the Arts events offered this year include: Guitar Club

Jazz Band, MY Speech Choir, Brandon Festival of the Arts Assembly,

Recorder Club Grade 6, Visual Arts Fair, (Events may be added to this

throughout the year)

Social

Responsibility: Students must be responsible for their learning and behaviour as

outlined in the Divisional MY Report Card: “Responsibility for

Learning” / “Social Responsibility”

Must be “Meeting” or “Exceeding” in all areas of expectations at June

reporting.

Makes productive use of class time

Seeks assistance when appropriate/necessary

Completes quality work according to set criteria

Shows accountability through completion of assigned tasks

Displays the personal attributes of honesty, respect, fairness and

compassion

Displays the personal skills of patience and the ability to problem

solve in a positive manner

Displays the cooperation skills of democratic participation and

responsibility

Participation: Students must be involved in 3 Participation events offered this year

Currently the Participation Events offered this year include:

Fair Day (Science, Heritage, Discovery), Patrols,

Scorekeepers/Timekeepers in the Gym (min. 3 times),

Canteen workers (min. 5 times).Talent Show,

Book Club (Gr 6,7,8), Xmas / Special Event Helpers

(Events may be added to this throughout the year)

Recognition Certificates awarded to students meeting the criteria in any of the 5 areas.

Medals will be received when students meet the criteria in 3 or more areas.

BRONZE- 3 AREAS SILVER – 4 AREAS GOLD – 5 AREAS

Special Awards for Grade 8 include:

Whitecap Award: This award is given to 1 girl and 1 boy from Grade 8 displaying

outstanding character and citizenship at the school over the course of their time at Waverly

School. The recipients are chosen by Waverly staff involved with Grade 8’s.

Rotary Club Volunteer Award: This award is given to the Grade 8 student displaying a

contribution of volunteer time and commitment to their community and school. Students

must complete an application for consideration.

Brandon School Division Grade 8 General Proficiency Male / Female Award: This

award is given to the student (1 boy and 1 girl) with the highest academic standing in each

Grade 8 class.

Academic Rubric:

Student:___________________________________________________

5 4 3 2 1

Achievement

(Quality of

work)

Consistently

produces high

quality work,

beyond what is

expected.

Consistently

produces high

quality work.

Occasionally

produces high

quality work.

Rarely

produces

high

quality

work.

Quality of

work

produced

is minimal.

Independence

(Knowledge of

self as a learner)

Works

independently

and seeks

feedback to

improve work.

Works

independently.

Requires

minimal

support to

complete task.

Requires

regular

support.

Relies

solely on

teacher or

peer

support

Engagement

-Contributes

-Shows Interest

-Leader

-Is Prepared

-Participates

-Completes

Tasks on Time

Initiates and

leads

discussions

related to class

topics. As a

group member

encourages and

supports others

in the group.

Consistently

goes beyond

what is

expected.

Consistently

leads

discussions.

Positive, active

group member.

Occasionally

leads and

participates in

discussions

when called

upon. Relies

on group to

initiate tasks.

Requires

teacher

support to

remain

focused

and on

task.

Not

involved in

classroom

discussion

or group

work.

Students on Special Programming (I.E.P.’s) demonstrating a clear desire to improve their learning, over the course of the year will also be considered for academic recognition.

Students may be involved in a teacher conference prior to each reporting period to discuss their learning, using

the past terms work, effort, engagement and experience to complete this rubric and set goals and actions to

further develop their learning potential.

Students must score 12 out of 15 on Rubric to receive year-end Academic Recognition.

Goal and Action – Nov. Goal and Action – Mar. Comment - June