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Forest Glen Middle SchoolFaculty & Staff Handbook2015-2016The School Board of Broward County, FloridaDonna P. KornChairpersonDr. Rosalind OsgoodVice ChairpersonRobin BartlemanHeather P. BrinkworthAbby M. FreedmanPatricia GoodLaurie Rich LevinsonAnn MurrayNora RupertRobert W. RuncieSuperintendent of SchoolsDr. Desmond BlackburnChief School Performance & Accountability OfficerDavid HallDirector School Performance & AccountabilityFOREST GLEN MIDDLE SCHOOL2015 – 2016 SUPPORT STAFF ROSTERINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSRonald H. Forsman, Jr., PrincipalTiffany Barnett, Assistant Principal, 8th GradeAndre Ponder, Assistant Principal, 6th GradeBeth Osborne, Assistant Principal, 7th GradeSCHOOL SUPPORTReading Coach, Nancy Sheingold Valerie Brace, ESE SpecialistMichael Calabria, Zone Family Counselor Catherine Sheridan, School Social WorkerJami Moll, School PsychologistNatasha Royster, Cafeteria ManagerTheron Kendrick, Head Facilities ServicepersonGreg Jackson, Assistant Facilities ServicepersonGUIDANCE DEPARTMENTLauren Barbato, Director, 8th Grade & 6th Grade A-LPatrick Auger, Counselor, 6th Grade N-Z & 7th Grade SCHOOL SECURITYDeputy Jen Greear, School Resource OfficerHerbert Morris, Security SpecialistJennifer Morra, Security Monitor Louinel Simon, Security MonitorSECRETARIAL/CLERICALLori Bolte, Office Manager Ileana Claudio, Bookkeeper/Budgetkeeper Barbara Esposito, Attendance/Xerox Janice Lloyd, I.M.T.Karla Martinez, ESE Kristy Stephan, Administration Connie Schwartz, Registrar, ReceptionistTECHNOLOGY SUPPORTPatty DeMatties, Micro-Technology SpecialistDEPARTMENT CHAIRSLanguage ArtsCassandra Brice/Kaitlin JakinMathRussell Anderson/Michael PowellReadingWendy GreenbergScienceVanessa CannonSocial StudiesMegan WellerUnified ArtsTim Funk/Eric KornhauserESEMindy ChaimowitzIT’S ALL ABOUT THE CHILDREN!Welcome to Forest Glen Middle School!Our school is very much an organization that is for and by the people who work in it. Your commitment to the school will be critical to achieving our mission of meeting the educational needs of all students in a safe learning environment. The achievement of the goals and objectives of the School’s Improvement Plan rely heavily on the contributions of each individual school employee for success.This Handbook has been prepared to provide at your fingertips, everything needed to have a successful and satisfying career. This book includes an overview of the personnel policies, rules, guidelines, and procedures of Forest Glen Middle School and is provided to you for reference purposes only. In it you will find important information about the programs that will impact you as an employee. The policies, rules, guidelines, and procedures in this handbook are subject to modification, in whole or in part. In addition, many employee groups have specific contracts that govern their employment.Much of our success can be attributed to the dedication and integrity of the employees who are part of this organization. It is my belief that you will rapidly feel the PRIDE of being a part of Forest Glen Middle School.I am confident that with all of us working together, the accomplishments to date will serve as the springboard to the success of the future.Vision StatementEducating today’s students to succeed in tomorrow’s world.Mission StatementForest Glen is committed to educating all students to reach their highest potential.TABLE OF CONTENTSSection I. Professional Standards8 Code of Ethics of the Education Profession in Florida9Principles of Professional Conduct for the Education Profession in Florida9Standards of Acceptable Conduct for Staff Members11How to Use Common Sense and Professional Judgment12Evaluation ………………………………………………………………………………….……….13Section II. School Policies and Procedures14Absences15Accident Reports17Advertising Materials ……………………………………………………………………………….17Advisory Council17After School Sports/Activity Policy ………………………………………………………………..17Announcements18Appearance 18Assembly Procedures ……………………………………………………………………………….18Athletics and Intramurals19Attendance Procedures19Bookkeeping Procedures ……………………………………………………………………………20Bomb Threat Procedures/Fire Evacuation24Bus Procedures24CAB ………………………………………………………………………………………………...24Cafeteria24Calendars …………………………………………………………………………………………...24Certification25Checklist for use of the Cafeteria …………………………………………………………...……....25Child Abuse & Neglect Mandatory Reporting26Child Study Team (RtI)26Class Change Duty26Class Coverage Procedures26Class Roll Book - Pinnacle26Classroom Management27Clinic Procedures …………………………………………………………………………………...28Clubs & Activities29Collaborative Problem Solving/Child Study Team - RtI29Communications30Conference Records31Copyright …………………………………………………………………………...………………31Covering Classes ……………………………………………………………………………………31Custodial Services31Daily Progress Report ……………………………………………………………...……………….32Dismissals (Early)32Drug-Free Workplace32Duty Assignments34Electronic Mail34Emergency Procedures35Enrollment40Equipment Loans41ESOL41Excusing Students from Class41Extracurricular Bus Transportation …………………………………………………………..……41Facility Services …………………………………………………………………………………….42Faculty/Staff Meetings ………………………………………………………………………….….42Field Trips42Food and Beverages in the classroom……………………………………………………………….45Fund Raising46Grading47Guest Speakers……………………………………………………………………………………...48Guidance Department…………………………………………………………………………..….48Hall Passes ………………………………………………………………………………………….49 Health Services…………………….…………………………………………………….……...…..49Homework50Identification Badges50Inservice51Instructional Outline51Interim Reports51Items that DO NOT belong at School ……………………………………………………………..52Internal Suspension …………………………………………………………………………………52Job Descriptions52Keys53Late Arrivals53Leaving Classes Unattended ………………………………………………………………………..53Leaving School Grounds53Lesson Plans53Long Distance Calls54Lunch Procedures54Mailboxes54Mail _ Interschool (Pony)55Master Calendar55Media Center55Parent Conference Guidelines57Parking57Parent Groups57Parent Newsletter58Parties58Passes58Paychecks58Personal Mail and Phone Calls58Phones58Planning Area58Policies59Pre-School Duty (morning supervision) ………………………………………………………….…59Property Damage59Rainy Days59Referrals59Report Cards, Grades, Promotion/Retention60Rehearsals60Schedule Changes60School Spirit61Security/Lockdown Procedures ……………………………………………………………….…...61Self-Reporting Rule63Smoking64Speech and Language Program64Staff Development64Student Accidents65Student Athletic Eligibility Procedures ………………………………………………….………….65Student Behaviors66Student Dismissal …………………………………………………………………………………...66Student Drug Involvement66Student Services …………………………………………………………………………………….67Student Supervision …………………………………………………………………………………67Student’s Valuables68Substitute Procedures68Suicide Prevention70Sunshine Committee71Supplies ……………………………………………………………………………………………..71Supervision ………………………………………………………………………………………….71TDAs71Teacher Accidents71Teacher Duty Posts (morning duty)71Technology Equipment ……………………………………………………………………………..72Teacher Hours72Teacher Schedule72Team Member Responsibilities72Textbook Procedures73Tornado Drill Procedure75Transfer Property75Truancy76Tutoring76Use of School Board Property76Visitations77Voicemail ……………………………………………………………………………………………77Volunteers77Weapons on School Board Property77Withdrawals and Transfers77Worker's Compensation78Written Communication Guidelines78Xeroxing78APPENDIXSECTION IPROFESSIONALSTANDARDSPLEASE NOTE:“THE CODE OF ETHICS, THE PRINCIPLES OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT AND THE STANDARDSOF COMPETENT PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE”Please read and understand your role as a teacher/professional.THE CODE OF ETHICS OF THE EDUCATION PROFESSION IN FLORIDA (SBR-6B-1.001)STATES AS FOLLOWS:1.The educator values the worth and dignity of every person, the pursuit of truth, devotion to excellence, acquisition of knowledge, and the nurture of democratic citizenship. Essential to the achievement of these standards are the freedom to learn and to teach and the guarantee of equal opportunity for all.2.The educator’s primary professional concern will always be for the student and for the development of the student’s potential. The educator will therefore strive for professional growth and will seek to exercise the best professional judgment and integrity.3.Aware of the importance of maintaining the respect and confidence of one’s colleagues, of students, of parents, and of other members of the community, the educator strives to achieve and sustain the highest degree of ethical conduct.PRINCIPLES OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCTFOR THE EDUCATION PROFESSION IN FLORIDA (SBR-6B-1.006)The following disciplinary rule shall constitute the Principles of Professional Conduct for the Education Profession in Florida and shall apply to any individual holding a valid Florida teacher’s certificate.Violation of any of these principles shall subject the individual to revocation or suspension of the individual teacher’s certificate, or the other penalties as provided by law.Obligation to the student requires that the individual:Shall make reasonable effort to protect the student from conditions harmful to learning or to health or safety.Shall not unreasonably restrain a student from independent action in pursuit of learning.Shall not unreasonably deny a student access to diverse points of view.Shall not intentionally suppress or distort subject matter relevant to a student’s academic program.Shall not intentionally expose a student to unnecessary embarrassment or disparagement.Shall not intentionally violate or deny a student’s legal rights.Shall not on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, handicapping condition if otherwise qualified, or social and family background exclude a student from participation in a program; deny a student benefits; or grant a student advantages.Shall not exploit a professional relationship with a student for personal gain or advantage.Shall keep in confidence personally identifiable information obtained in the course of professional services, unless disclosure serves professional purposes or is required by law.Obligation to the public requires that the individual:Shall take reasonable precautions to distinguish between personal views and those of any educational institution or organization with which the individual is affiliated.Shall not intentionally distort or misrepresent facts concerning an educational matter in direct or indirect public expression.Shall not use institutional privileges for personal gain or advantage.Shall accept no gratuity, gift, or favor that might influence professional judgment.Shall offer no gratuity, gift, or favor to obtain special advantages.Obligation to the profession of education requires that the individual:Shall maintain honesty in all professional dealings.Shall not on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, handicapping condition if otherwise qualified, or social and family background deny to a colleague professional benefits or advantages or participation in any professional organization.Shall not interfere with a colleague’s exercise of political or civil rights and responsibilities.Shall not intentionally make false or malicious statements about a colleague.Shall not use coercive means or promise special treatment to influence professional judgments of colleagues.Shall not misrepresent one’s own professional qualifications. Shall not submit fraudulent information on any document in connection with professional activities.Shall not make any fraudulent statement or fail to disclose a material fact in one’s own or another’s application for a professional position.Shall not knowingly withhold information regarding a position from an applicant or misrepresent an assignment or conditions of employment.Shall provide upon the request of the certificated individual a written statement of specific reason for recommendations that lead to the denial of increments, significant changes in employment, or termination of employment.Shall not assist entry into or continuance in the profession of any person known to be unqualified in accordance with these Principles of Professional Conduct for the Education Profession in Florida and other applicable Florida Statutes and State Board of Education Rules.Shall self-report within 48 hours to appropriate authorities (as determined by district) any arrests/charges involving the abuse of a child or the sale and/or possession of a controlled substance. Such notice shall not be considered as admission of guilt nor shall such notice be admissible for any purpose in any proceedings, civil or criminal, administrative or judicial, investigatory or adjudicatory. In addition, shall self-report any conviction, finding of guilt, withholding of adjudication, commitment to a pretrial diversion program, or entering of a plea of guilty or Nolo Contendere for any criminal offense other than a minor traffic violation within 48 hours after the final judgment. When handling sealed and expunged records disclosed under this rule, school districts shall comply with the confidentiality provisions of Section 943.0585(4)(c) and 943.059(4)(c) Florida Statutes.Shall seek no reprisal against any individual who has reported a violation of Florida School Code or State Board of Education Rules as defined in Section 231.28(1), Florida Statutes.Shall comply with the conditions of an order of the Educational Practices Commission imposing probation, imposing a fine, or restricting the authorized scope of practice.Shall, as the supervising administrator, cooperate with the Education Practices Commission in monitoring the probation of a subordinate.STANDARDS OF ACCEPTABLE CONDUCT FOR STAFF MEMBERSAll staff members are expected to conduct themselves as professionals to ensure the efficient, orderly operation of the school and to provide a safe learning environment for students. Listed below are some examples of standards of acceptable conduct for all staff members:1.Report to work on time and refrain from leaving before the established time.2.Perform assigned duties.3.Attend all staff and/or faculty meetings, PLCs, and conferences on time and prepared.4.Follow reasonable administrative directives.5.Refrain from engaging in sexual harassment of students and/or staff.6.Refrain from any sexual conduct with students.7.Refrain from using abusive, insulting, and/or profane language toward or around students.8.Refrain from coming to work under the influence of alcohol/drugs or being in possession of a controlled substance.9.Refrain from leaving students unsupervised.10.Refrain from excessive use of the school telephone for personal calls.11.Refrain from removing any school-owned equipment or supplies without written authorization of the principal.12.Refrain from sleeping during duty time or in class while supervising children.13,Refrain from using corporal punishment as defined by state statutes and board of education policy.14.Refrain from using racial slurs toward or around student(s) and staff.15.Maintain professional-working relationships with other staff members at all times.16.Refrain from arguing or fighting with another staff member in the presence of students.17.Refrain from distributing any flyers or other materials that are profane or vulgar or have racial or gender slurs.18.Refrain from conducting personal or other business during the workday.19.Refrain from using influence over students or your position for profit.20.Refrain from bringing guns or weapons to school.If staff members fail to abide by these standards of acceptable conduct, including but not limited to the examples provided above, they may be subject to disciplinary action.HOW TO USE COMMON SENSE AND PROFESSIONAL JUDGMENTTO AVOID LEGAL COMPLICATIONSInteraction with Students:1.Maintain a professional barrier between you and students. You are the adult, the teacher, and the professional; act like the expert, not like another one of the "kids."2.Keep the classroom door open when talking with one or two students.Refer students to the appropriate resource person for counseling and/or discussions about personalmatters.4.Dress appropriately/professional for work and all school sponsored activities.5.Do NOT flirt with students.6.Do NOT discuss your personal life or personal matters with students. Do NOT discuss your husband, wife, girlfriend, boyfriend, or dates with students.7.When transporting students, coordinate transportation ahead of time, and use school or mass transportation if possible. If necessary, call a taxi for the student. 8.NEVER leave students unsupervised; have an alternate plan of action.9.Keep your hands and other parts of your body to yourself.10.Know your school policies and district and state laws governing corporal punishment. Establish and follow a consistent behavior plan. Treat each student with respect. Know the students' rights. If you have a problem with a student call the parents immediately.11.Chaperone only school-sponsored functions. Do NOT socialize with students. If you chaperone a field trip, put in writing what your responsibilities will be. Do NOT drink alcoholic beverages in front of students. Do NOT take children home with you.12.Do NOT make telephone calls, e-mail, or write notes of a personal nature to students.Do not harass students; respect their differences. What you intend as humor may, in fact, be cultural bias or harassment.Do NOT cover windows or doors in you classroom.Record Keeping and Accounting Procedures:1.Know the laws, school board policies, and school rules and follow them. Know your rights.2.Know your school policies and district and state laws regarding collecting money, purchasing materials and equipment, and follow them. Work in pairs when collecting large amounts of money.3.Establish a policy regarding your grading system consistent with school and district policies, where applicable. Give a written explanation of it to students and parents at the beginning of the year or when they begin your class or unit of instruction.4.Establish a policy regarding your behavioral management system. Give a written explanation of it to students and parents at the beginning of the year or when they begin your class unit of instruction.Reputation in the Community:1.Keep your co-workers and supervisors informed; work and communicate as a team; plan and teach together.municate with parents and document your communication.3.Dress and act appropriately and professionally. You are a role model in the community as well as in the school; be a good example for students.4.Use common sense and good judgment. Ask yourself how someone else could perceive your comments or actions. Ask yourself if your comments could be taken out of context and/or misinterpreted.Avoid putting yourself in a position where you have to defend, explain, or justify your behavior or actions. Avoid putting yourself in a position where it's your word against another person's word.Maintain a professional reputation in the community. When you "party," be discreet.EVALUATIONThe Marzano iObservation system in conjunction with the Florida Value Added Model (VAM) will be used for annual evaluations. The principal or assistant principal will conduct a minimum of three (3) observations of each employee. (1 - Formal, 1 - Informal, and 1 – Snapshot)Five (5) techniques are used to gather data on employee performance – informal classroom observations, formal classroom observations, observations in non-classroom situations, review of records and plans, and review of performance portfolio.Further information concerning evaluations can be found on the Employee Evaluations Department website. SECTION IIISCHOOLPOLICIESANDPROCEDURESABSENCES - REPORTING ABSENCES FROM WORKInstructional Personnel:1.Enter your absence online via Smartfind Express and obtain a job number. () Be sure to click on CREATE ABSENCE button. 2.State the type of absence (sickness, TDA, or personal).3.If you have any problems call Mrs. Bolte at work at (754) 322-3412 after 7:00 am.4.For multiple day absences, call Mrs. Bolte each day of absence before 2:00 pm so that thesubstitute can be retained or released.5.Prepare attendance rosters and adequate lesson plans and instructions for substitutes.In preparing plans for a substitute, consider the following:The substitute can do no better than the plan that is provided by the regular teacher. Seating charts, class rolls, and lesson plans must be available at all times to guarantee instructional momentum.1. In stating assignments, give titles and authors of texts and laboratory manuals, as well as the numbers of pages, problems and experiments. Also, be sure to leave copies of texts, answer books, and laboratory manuals for the substitute. Don’t just say, “The kids know where everything is.” This should all be on a Guide Sheet for Substitute Teachers.2. Meaningful assignments should be in the Plan Book. Busy work often results in a wasted period for the students and substitute.3. An up-to-date class roster that gives the full name and grade of each student is essential.4. A seating chart for each class is recommended.5. Do not leave A.V. Equipment/Materials for your lesson plans! Substitutes may have problems operating A.V. Equipment.6. Do not leave tests to be given by the substitute teacher.Instilling good work habits and a code of conduct is the best preparation for substitutes. Many substitutes have a long record of successful teaching and will conscientiously carry on class work. Well-prepared teachers will find that the classroom runs smoothly in their absence. There is no such thing as “Free Time” during instructional time. Therefore, substitutes are to teach.Please direct all concerns related to substitutes to the Grade Level Administrator.Teacher AbsencesSick Leave (Reference Policy #4305 & #4400)Sick leave is available for each regular employee who cannot work due to personal “illness”. Absences are NOT permitted when there is no accumulated Sick Leave (PLV). Also, refer to Article 23 with regards to an absence before or after a holiday and absences for doctor appointments. “Illness” with respect to provisions for sick leave is defined:Illness of the employee.Illness of a member of the employee’s household.Illness or death of the employee’s father, mother, brother, sister, wife, husband, child or other close relative requiring the employee to be absent from duty on a workday.Each permanent full-time employee shall be entitled to four (4) days of sick leave as of the first day of employment of each year and one (1) additional day of sick leave at then end of each month of employment not to exceed the number of months of employment for that fiscal year.Leave granted for extended illness require semi-annual medical statements (July and January) verifying the illness or situation of the individual involved.Clerical and Paraprofessionals:1. For sudden sick absences, contact Mrs. Bolte the day of the absence after 8:00 am at (754) 322- 3412.2. Provide 24 hours notice for all personal reasons leave and scheduled doctor appointments in writing (email can be used) as per Article 19-4/C-1 of the FOPE contract. * Paraprofessionals are required to procure a substitute from the Substitute List, report their absences to Sub Central and obtain a job number.Night Custodial:Contact Mrs. Bolte no later than 10:00 a.m. for night staff at (754) 322-3412 the morning of the absence.Contact Mr. Kendrick regarding your absence the day prior to the absence or as soon as possible the day of the absence, so that a substitute can be procured.Provide 24 hours notice for all personal reasons leave and scheduled doctor appointments in writing (email can be used) as per Article 14-8/F-1 of the FOPE contract.Leave for Legal CommitmentsEmployees shall be granted leave for legal commitments and shall receive their regular salary while serving as jurors or witnesses under subpoena for school/work related business. The employee may retain all monies received. The employee is required to bring official documentation for Official School Records. Employees must use “Personal Time” for subpoenas not related to SBBC issues.Personal Reasons Leave (Reference Policy #4403 & #4409)A permanent employee of the Board shall be entitled to six (6) days in each fiscal year for personal reasons. Personal reasons leave may not be taken immediately preceding or following a holiday, or the first and last week of school. Such leave must be requested in writing in advance of the day the employee wishes to take off. You may call the Office Manager, Mrs. Bolte at (754) 322-4420 at the time the emergency occurs.Extended Personal LeaveThe Board may grant personal leave to any employee without pay for justifiable reasons for such period and subject to conditions as it determines. Any instructional employee of the Board who has been employed for three (3) or more years may request a Personal Leave for a period not to exceed one (1) year.Temporary Duty Assignment (TDA)When procuring a substitute for a TDA, you are responsible to check the morning of the TDA to verify that a substitute has accepted your assignment. If the absence has not been assigned, you are to report to work.ACCIDENT REPORTSIf a student is injured, immediately contact the administration. The teacher in charge of the area where the accident occurred must report an accident immediately on the designated form. Forms are available from the front office.Even though a student does not go to a doctor or is sent to the hospital, an accident report must be completed and a parent must be contacted. Everything on the report should be filled in. The injury and how it occurred should be fully explained. ADVERTISING MATERIALSSchool Board Policy #6300 states, “Schools may not be used as agencies for the distribution of advertising materials which are not associated with curriculum related programs. Materials from outside sources should not be distributed to home through students without the approval of the Superintendent or his/her designee.” This includes materials of a political nature.ADVISORY COUNCILThe Advisory Council at Forest Glen Middle School is an active organization that includes membership from a variety of sources within the communities. The Advisory Council meets on the third Thursday of each month. All staff is welcome to attend.AFTER SCHOOL SPORTS/ACTIVITIES POLICYThe following policy will apply to all students that attend after school sports programs, whether as spectators or as participants. This will apply to all sports/activities throughout the year. No phone calls home are permitted on the day of an event. Students are responsible for notifying their parents and asking for permission to stay prior to the event.All spectators must be picked up immediately after a scheduled event at the front of the school.Team members must be picked up in front of the school after events at an appropriate time designated by the coach, and picked up after immediately practices. The coach must remain with the team members until picked up. Students may not be left unsupervised.Students are to remain in the gym during basketball games. They will be allowed to leave for restroom breaks during half time and between boys and girls games.Coaches/Club Sponsors are not permitted to transport students in their vehicle without completing the Single Field Trip Authorization Form in advance.Consequences:Spectators:If not picked up within one-half hour of the end of an event, that student will not be allowed to attend the next event.If serious misconduct occurs, that student would be banned from future events that same school year, plus any additional appropriate consequences deemed necessary, as per School Board Policy.Team Members:If not picked up at the time designated by the coach, the situation will be handled by the coach per the Athletic Contract, including possible dismissal from the team.If serious misconduct occurs, the student would suffer consequences as per School Board Policy, plus possible dismissal from the team.ANNOUNCEMENTSDaily announcements are a good way of conveying important information to all of our students and staff. Announcements are done once a day via the intercom system. Only the administrator in charge of announcements can authorize announcements. Announcements must be approved at least 1 day before in order to be read the following the morning. Announcement Guidelines:Regular: Daily routine will include the Pledge of Allegiance at the beginning of the day through the loudspeaker. Daily announcements will be done on Mondays at the beginning of 1st period. Any teacher with an announcement should submit the proper form for approval one day prior to announcement. Administrator: Administrative announcements will be made only when absolutely necessary.Late Buses: Staff members will be notified of ”Late Buses” as necessary.Note: First hour and last hour teachers should record bus numbers of students riding the bus in their grade book.APPEARANCEYour appearance says a lot about your readiness to work and get the job done. Our district has a strong emphasis on dress codes for students. Dress should be in accordance with standards established by School Board Policies. Please make a sincere effort in using your discretion to be properly attired for the execution of your duties. We are professionals; therefore, we should present ourselves as such.ASSEMBLY PROCEDURESA.Classroom Procedures Prior to the AssemblyTake attendance. Remind students of proper behavior for cafeteria, auditorium and hallways: Teachers are to remain with their class and supervise behavior throughout the assembly.Students should be quiet and walk in a single file line.Students should sit together and remain seated.Students should pay attention to teacher for “signals” as to conduct. Students will be allowed to use the bathroom for emergencies only.Students should be familiar with routes to cafeteria and gymnasium.Books should be left in the classroom. Valuables, such as purses, should be taken.Announcements for all assemblies will be made over the public address system when it is time to begin departure to the auditorium. If the announcement does not reach your room, please depart in time to be seated five (5) minutes before the program is scheduled to begin.Travel Procedures (To and From All Programs)Students should walk quietly and orderly to the assembly. Teachers are to escort their students to the assembly and remain with them. Dismissal will be from the stage with an administrator calling out teacher’s name.When traveling back to class, students are to walk quietly and orderly.Procedures during the assemblyClasses should arrive on time and be seated before the program is scheduled to begin.There should be no talking during program. Teachers are to remain with their class. If coverage is needed, approval must be obtained before assembly begins. Students causing a disturbance will receive a referral to their administrator and will be removed to a “time-out” facility. Parents should be notified.Students are to sit with their classes.ATHLETICS AND INTRAMURALSAll students who wish to participate in athletics must have returned to the school a notarized Parent Permission Insurance Information form. Coaches are responsible for the distribution and collection of the forms.Coaches are responsible for issuing weekly progress sheets to all students. These sheets are to be presented by the students to each teacher. After checking to see that students remain eligible, coaches are to file the sheets. Students who are identified as having academic and/or behavior problems are to be brought to the attention of the Athletic/Intramural Director.ATTENDANCE PROCEDURESTeachers are responsible for ACCURATELY recording and reporting student absences. Attendance records are Official School Board documents. In addition, accurate school attendance records are particularly important when transfers, requests for transcripts, and court cases occur. In order to comply with state Full-Time Equivalency (FTE) regulations, and establish consistency, teachers are asked to record attendance each period in Pinnacle with the following minimum requirements.a. First period teachers are to send notes from parents/guardians excusing an absence to the attendance secretary. b. If a student knows of an upcoming absence, the student must receive a permitted absence form from the front office. The parent/guardian MUST call the attendance line to excuse a student.c. The attendance secretary will review all messages left on the answering machine. Parents will be told that absences must be called into the machine, which operates 24 hours a day.d. If the parent/guardian does not call within 48 hours of the absence, the absence WILL NOT be excused, per Broward County Code of Student Conduct.e. Tardies: If a student arrives to school after 9:35 a.m. they will report to class with a pass from the receptionist indicating if their tardy is excused or unexcused. Field Trip AbsencesAdministrative approval must be obtained before making any reservations, announcing to students, or collecting any monies. See the administrator for the field trip packet BEFORE planning any field trips. The list of students attending the field trip will be given to his/her teachers the day before the field trip. The field trip sponsor will provide this list. Students are not considered absent and are coded - PN.The field trip packet must be completed at least 2 weeks prior to the date of the trip.A list of students attending the field trip will be placed in the CAB Conference 1 day prior to the field trip.Students must report to their first period teacher for attendance if the departure time is after 9:30 a.m.Chaperone - Report all students who were scheduled to participate on the field trip, but did not show up at school to the attendance clerk.UNEXCUSED ABSENCESRefer to the Code of Student ConductTARDIES Teachers should insist that all students report to class on time. If a student is not in class when the tardy bell rings, they are to be marked tardy. Tardies to class are to be recorded in Pinnacle and every tardy student should receive a consequence from their teacher. Four (4) unexcused tardies in a marking period are equal to one (1) unexcused absence for grading purposes. If a student reports to your class late, mark the student unexcused tardy and assign a consequence. DO NOT SEND THE STUDENT BACK OUT FOR A LATE PASS. Late bus students and/or breakfast students will present a pass issued by an adult. These students should be admitted to class as an excused tardy.STUDENT ABSENCESTEACHER RESPONSIBILITYATTENDANCE CLERKFirst UnexcusedNotify attendance office with dateNotify parent and counselor.Fourth UnexcusedNotify attendance office and Assistant Principal with dates.Refer to Social Worker and Guidance Counselor.ATTENDANCE RULESSee Code of Student Conduct for rules regarding absences and the policy for make up work. BOOKKEEPING PROCEDURESDocumentation of ALL school activities involving monies are presented to the principal on a daily basis for his/her final approval to either incur the expense, authorize payment, sign the check and/or approve the fundraising.All purchases for school use are not tax exempt. The school does not pay tax on instructional items and items directly related to curriculum (that remain with the school). Fundraisers, refreshments, dinners, dances, hats and T-shirts, which are given to the students, are examples of taxable items.All requests for consumable supplies must be made through your department chairperson.Department chairpersons through the assistant principal should make all requests for audio-visual materials.All monies collected on our school campus and in our school’s name, must be listed in our schoolbooks. THIS INCLUDES FIELD TRIPS. All monies must be delivered to the bookkeeper daily. All funds collected on Friday must be delivered to the bookkeeper by the end of the day. No monies should be left in the classrooms. Monies collected from students cannot be used for anything other than the students’ benefit. Check with the bookkeeper and the principal.All club purchases must be pre-approved and properly documented on a SCHOOL ACTIVITY PURCHASE ORDER (obtained from the bookkeeper), signed by the activity sponsor or department chairperson and turned in to the bookkeeper. Any purchase not authorized on a SCHOOL ACTIVITY PURCHASE ORDER, may become the financial responsibility of the purchaser.A SCHOOL ACTIVITY PURCHASE ORDER cannot cover an order unless a P.O. (purchase order) number is obtained from the bookkeeper before calling in the order. Give this P.O. number to the vendor and tell him that this is a confirmation order. After you have called in the order, you must then immediately fill out the purchase order and either take it with you when you pick up the order or mail it to the vendor marked CONFIRMATION in large letters across the front of the envelope. Remember to have the P.O. signed.Collection of monies from students for paperback books must be recorded on the proper form obtained from the bookkeeper’s office and all monies collected must be turned in to that office. From time to time, there are orders that are incomplete or are incorrect: therefore, payment is not made to the vendor until after receipt of the goods. Any discrepancies on orders should be reported to the bookkeeper immediately. This is sole responsibility of the teacher. When complete, a check requisition for payment should be immediately filled out and signed by the teacher and the department chairperson.All requests by faculty or staff members for personal reimbursement or authorization for payment of invoice of expense incurred by a club or activity sponsor must be properly filled out on a reimbursement request signed and turned in to the bookkeeper for payment.The principal must approve all moneymaking activities. Plans of the activity and the collection procedures must be discussed in advance with the bookkeeper.All monies to be deposited with the bookkeeper should be counted between the depositor and bookkeeper. If this is not convenient, report back at a later time for accounting the deposit. This may be done only if left in an envelope marked with the amount enclosed. If there is a difference of opinion regarding funds receipted, it is the depositor's sole responsibility to account for the discrepancy.Anyone responsible for the sale of tickets for admissions must remember that these tickets are to be recorded in the bookkeeper's office before the sale. A ticket for each unit of admission must be torn off the roll. Programs, refreshments, etc. are to be accounted for separately. Policy regarding all aspects of an activity with these types of money making must be clearly outlined in advance.ADDITIONAL PROCEDURESDesignated people interact with the bookkeeper and expedite order requests in the following manner. All orders must be submitted to the Department Chairperson.An approved and signed purchase order is required for all purchases.All orders to be paid for by the school must go through the Department Chairperson first. Regarding textbook-like purchases, final orders must be submitted to the Textbook Coordinator.Department Chairpersons may obtain order forms from the bookkeeper.Orders must be given to the department chair or textbook coordinator.Please use the approved vendor list. (Only one vendor per order form.)3)Complete all areas possible on the form including: date, and completed Vendor’s name and address. Note: DO NOT use pencil or Red ink. Have the appropriate person sign the order.The Department Chair will give the order to the Textbook Coordinator.The Textbook Coordinator is to return the order, in folder, to the Bookkeeper for processing. No ordering by phone.All orders are required to be documented on a signed order form and processed by the school Bookkeeping and the county purchasing departments.Prior to all A.V. orders for supplies or equipment, please check with the Media Specialist or Tech Specialist (Patty Dematties).Deposits and CollectionsMrs. Bolte must receive all money collected no later than 4:15pm (Monday -Thursday). There will be no money collections on Friday. All money must be deposited intact with the Bookkeeper along with a deposit slip-stating amount to be receipted.All money collected must have prior approval of the Principal before collections are initiated. See pre-planning packet for project approved highlights.Authorization for payment invoices incurred by athletics or clubs must be filled out and signed by the sponsor and must be returned to the Bookkeeper.Anyone selling tickets for admission to or for the purchase of school activities must record each unit sold with policy and procedure clearly understood prior to any sales.Financial Responsibilitya. No monies are to be collected by any teacher unless the collection and disbursement of this money has been previously discussed, planned, and approved by your grade level administrator or the principal.b.No money is to be left in the classrooms or offices whether locked or unlocked without being attended by an adult.c. Collected money is the responsibility of the teacher / sponsor in charge until it is deposited with the school bookkeeper and receipted. Students are NOT PERMITTED to bring the money to the bookkeeper’s office.d.Money MUST be turned in by the teacher/staff member daily.e.Expenditures are never to be made from monies collected.f.Give the bookkeeper as much notice as possible of any sales, field trips, performance, or activity.g Expenditures from club accounts must be verified in club minutes from a meeting scheduled prior to incurring the expense.h. Club treasurers should keep an accurate record of the club account / minutes. Please know that all rules and regulations concerning the financial aspect of the school are designed to protect the individuals involved.The school will not be responsible for paying any invoice received that does not have an approved purchase order or requisition signed first by the Principal. The individual who placed the order will be held accountable for the bill.BOOKEEEPING/COLLECTION FORMWHEN YOU ARE PLANNING TO COLLECT MONEY, COMPLETE THIS FORM AND RETURN IT TO THE BOOKKEEPER TWO DAYS IN ADVANCE. THE BOOKKEEPER WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH THE NECESSARY MATERIALS.TEACHER/SPONSOR: ____________________________________ GRADE: _________I WILL BE COLLECTING FOR: _________________________________________________(ACTIVITY)ON THE FOLLOWING DATES: _________________________________PLEASE ISSUE ME: ________ RECEIPT BOOK(S)/MONEY COLLECTION ENVELOPE(S).THE ACTIVITY DATE IS: ____________________________THE AMOUNT COLLECTE FROM EACH STUDENT IS: $____________AFTER COLLECTIONS, I NEED A CHECK MADE PAYABLE TO: COLLECTIONS SHOULD BE MADE WELL IN ADVANCE OF YOUR ACTIVITY. THE CHECK REQUEST (WITH THE BILL ATTACHED) SHOULD BE SENT TO THE BOOKKEEPER AT LEAST 5-7 WORKING DAYS PRIOR TO WHEN THE CHECK WILL BE NEEDED.YOU MUST HAVE PRINCIPAL APPROVAL PRIOR TO COLLECTING ANY MONEY!FUND RAISERSIt may be desirable for students to engage in some fund-raising activity in the connections with a special project. The sponsor/teacher shall consider the following guidelines:1.Money raising activities must have the prior approval of the Principal and conform to rules and regulations of the School Board of Broward County. Use project approval form for request.2.School groups must not sponsor or engage in any form of games of chance; i.e.: raffles, etc. Door-to-door fund-raising by students is prohibited, in which students would be selling items or soliciting contributions, pledges or orders.4.These activities must not be conducted during the students’ scheduled instruction time.Teachers involved in fund raising activities or making orders should meet with the Bookkeeper and determine proper procedure prior to implementing activities or orders.NOTE FOR CLUBS WITH INTERNAL ACCOUNTS: Club sponsors and treasurers must sign all purchase orders, check requests, and financial reports. Expenditures from club accounts must be verifiable in club minutes from a meeting scheduled prior to incurring the expense. Club treasurers should keep an accurate record of the club account. Treasurers may check with the Bookkeeper to assure that records of each agree (please make prior appointment). BOMB THREAT PROCEDURES/FIRE EVACUATIONIn the event a bomb threat is received, the following procedures should be implemented: The Principal’s office will immediately notify the police, fire department, the Area Superintendent, and SIU. Have an evacuation and clear the school. MAINTAIN COMPLETE RADIO SILENCE. Radio and phone signals could trigger a device. Teachers are to call roll once they have moved to a safe distance from the school. Designated members of staff will visually scan the school facility. Strange objects or information of interest should be reported immediately to the principal or his/her designee. The police will assist staff. Students will be returned to their classrooms as soon as possible.Log bomb threats with as much information as possible, i.e. date, time, male or female voice, possible age of caller, exact working, and any other pertinent information.BUS PROCEDURESTeachers should adhere to the following procedures for those students riding the morning and afternoon school bus:Notate the names of any first and last period students riding the school bus in your teacher plannerIndicate the route number of the school bus in your plannerBus riders never leave early unless indicated to do so by the administration Afternoon bus riders will dismiss to the bus area unescorted, and are expected to board the bus no later than 3:50 p.m. each dayCABThe FGMS CAB Conference and CAB email must be checked daily. All pertinent school-wide correspondence is to be placed in the FGMS Conference. All activities will be placed on the FGMS Master Calendar, including professional development, meetings, department information, sporting activities, extracurricular activities, etc. All staff is responsible for staying abreast of scheduled activities and events. All staff is expected to be on time to meetings, parent conferences, and staff development.CAFETERIADaily, teachers are to escort their students into the cafeteria using the nearest hallway or walkway and entering through the west doors. REMEMBER TO KEEP YOUR CLASS IN LINE AND QUIET. Classes are often in session. Please faithfully adhere to your lunch schedule for the entire yearCALENDARSMaster Calendar – A calendar listing all school activities is maintained by Mrs. Osborne. Before scheduling any event, it will be necessary to have it approved by Administration and posted on this calendar. Events should be requested well in advance of the desired date in order to receive approval and avoid conflicts.CERTIFICATION (Reference Policy #4003)All applicants who apply for a Florida educator certificate will receive a Statement of Eligibility for the area(s) requested. A Florida teaching certificate is different than a Status of Eligibility. ?Once employed with The School Board of Broward County, Florida, the Certification Department will request issuance of your Florida teaching certificate pending clearance of your fingerprinting and receipt of all required documents (transcripts and appropriate fees, etc.).? You should receive your certificate within three months.?(1) Teaching certificates are issued based on the school year beginning July 1 and ending June 30.(2) It is your responsibility to ensure that your assigned school and the Certification/Incentive Department each receives a copy of your valid certificate.(3) To be re-appointed, you must hold a valid certificate. You cannot work with an expired certificate.?If you have any questions regarding your certificate, contact the certification administrator for your Zone, fax your question to the Certification Department at 754-321-2717, or contact the Florida Bureau of Educator Certification at 800-445-6739.ESOL Endorsement/Certification (Reference Policy #4003.3)Teachers who are assigned limited English proficient (LEP) student(s) are mandated by the Florida DOE in accordance to the META Consent Decree to start ESOL Endorsement training requirements.? A copy of the Training Timeline can be downloaded at: (County Policy) All instructional personnel shall file in the Personnel Office a valid Florida Certificate or evidence that application has been made. Salary checks may be withheld unless the required evidence is filed in the Personnel Department within twenty (20) days after reporting date.IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE TEACHER TO KEEP A TEACHING CERTIFICATE IN FORCE AND REGISTERED.CHECKLIST FOR USE OF CAFETERIA 1. Approved by Mr. Forsman via Mrs. Osborne 2. Activity placed on school wide activities calendar (Mrs. Osborne) 3. Supervision arrangements approved (Grade Level Administrator) 4. Group or speaker approval (Grade Level Administrator) 5. Financial arrangements made with the Bookkeeper 6. Head Custodian notified 7. Lighting arrangements made with Head Custodian 8. Arrangements made for the P.A. and microphone if neededDecoration and Posters approved. (Grade Level Administrator)CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT MANDATORY REPORTINGTo comply with Florida Statute 415.504 which makes mandatory the reporting of child abuse and/or child neglect, any teacher or other school employee who knows or has reasonable cause to suspect that a child has been subject to abuse/neglect shall immediately report such knowledge or suspicion to the Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services at the statewide toll-free hotline: 1-800-96-ABUSE and immediately notify the principal or his/her designee that a report has been made. If there is some question of reasonable cause, the school employee shall consult with the school-based child abuse designee prior to making the report. Florida Statute 415.504 provides penalties: “Any person who willfully or knowingly makes public or discloses any information contained in child-abuse registry or the records of any child-abuse case…may be held personally liable. Any person injured or aggrieved by such disclosure shall be entitled to damages.”CLASS-CHANGE DUTYDuring class changes, classroom teachers must stand in the doorway and actively supervise the hallways.CLASS COVERAGE PROCEDURESSecure prior permission from an administrator if you must leave school early or arrive late. Lesson plans should be presented before signing out, or the day before – when you know that you will need to leave early or arrive late. Teachers signing out during the school day must have the signature of the principal or his/her designated representative before leaving. If any teacher leaves campus early or arrives late, his/her pay will be docked accordingly. Having arrangements for someone else to cover your class does not eliminate the possibility of being docked.When you have knowledge that you will be missing class, arrangements should be made by you with a fellow teacher to supervise the class. It should be understood that you would repay the covering teacher by taking one of his/her classes when necessary.THE ADMINISTRATION MUST BE NOTIFIED IN ADVANCE OF THE REASONS FOR THE ABSENCE FROM CLASS AND WHO IS COVERING. WHEN SIGNING OUT INDICATE WHO IS COVERING THE CLASSES THAT ARE BEING MISSED.In case of an emergency, an administrator has to make arrangements for coverage. The teacher involved in the emergency will be docked time.CLASS ROLL BOOK-PINNACLETeachers are expected to maintain current grades in Pinnacle. A minimum of one grade should be posted each week. These should be quality grades. Because the feedback to parents is immediate via the Internet, entries should be very accurate. Teachers are required to print out a hard copy of grades and attendance at the end of each quarter and submit them to their grade level administrator.REMEMBER THAT THESE CLASS ROLL BOOKS ARE FILED AFTER YOU FINISH USING THEM EACH YEAR AND ARE KEPT FOR AT LEAST THREE YEARS. In many instances, they will be referred to when grade questions arise. It is essential, therefore, that they be carefully kept, neat and complete, including final grades in June. THESE BOOKS CONSTITUTE THE FINAL AUTHORITY ON A STUDENT’S GRADE.The Pinnacle printouts should contain ample grades to show student’s progress each week.Grades should be clearly labeled as to types of assignments.Attendance must be recorded every class period. Additional information is available in the FGMS CAB Conference in the Teacher Toolbox folder. CLASSROOM MANAGEMENTSTUDENTS SHOULD NOT BE SENT TO AN ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL’S OFFICE IF THEY REQUIRE IMMEDIATE EMERGENCY ACTION. BUZZ FOR SECURITY TO REMOVE THE STUDENT. IN SUCH INSTANCES, THE STUDENT MUST HAVE A REFERRAL FORM EXPLAINING THE PROBLEM. If a teacher encounters excessive disciplinary problems, he/she should consult with the Assistant Principals and Guidance Counselors. It is generally recognized that the classroom teacher administers the most effective classroom discipline. Therefore, teachers should explore every avenue before referring students to the assistant principal’s office. This would include conferences with the parents, both telephone and personal.A teacher must realize that by virtue of their training and position, they exert a tremendous influence upon students. Therefore, it is absolutely essential that the teacher set the example for a very wide range of desirable habits and attitudes. The teacher should exercise everything that is expected of the student to the same degree.Classroom ControlThe teacher who maintains classroom control functions effectively since achievement is closely related to discipline. The student’s attention, interest, and application are prerequisites for learning.Standards of conduct must be clearly established and the enforcement of such standards should be done pleasantly, firmly and consistently.Students are reminded at frequent intervals that they are responsible for following the rules of acceptable responsibility for their own behavior.Be firm and fair – do not ignore or neglect actions or open violations of authority.Be patient and calm – teachers and other school personnel should have their emotions under control at all times. Shouting at students is a poor technique of discipline.Know your students – teachers should analyze carefully all cumulative records and data to identify points in the student’s past history which might aid further in an understanding of the student.Teachers should analyze student groupings at intervals and make recommendations when there is a need to separate some students.Parents must be contacted if a problem seems to be developing and/or if preventative measures need to be developed.Good discipline is often synonymous with good planning. Teaching is a day-by-day affair. The successful teacher recognizes the need for careful thought and planning before each class.The suggestions listed below are offered to keep discipline problems at a minimum:Be prompt to class, starting lesson and ending class. (Be in class before the children arrive.) Teachers should stand in the doorways when receiving and dismissing students.Be thoroughly prepared for lessons each day. Be flexible enough, however, to permit alternate procedures if the occasion arises.Be consistent. Do not let behavior depend upon your mood.Be impartial and interested in each student. Remember, firmness with fairness and sincerity with tact, humor without sarcasm.Maintain poise and calm demeanor. Loss of temper, panic and obvious anger lend to loss of respect. Be a positive role model for students.Focus on student’s strong points. Every child needs a feeling of success in some activity. Foster “success”.Develop standards within reach of each anize – establish policies for everyday procedures. Let the class know what is expected.Be enthusiastic. It is contagious, and an enthusiastic student is not likely to seek trouble-making activities.Don’t hesitate to see the skill of a specialist for certain problems. Learn who the appropriate special-service personnel are.Each teacher establishes a standard of discipline in his/her own classes. These rules will conform to standard policies. The principal and assistant principals are always available to assist teachers in analyzing and handling the more difficult behavior problems. The maintenance of order on campus, in the halls, and in the cafeteria is the responsibility of every teacher. The Pro-Active Discipline Plan should be followed in administering discipline. The following steps are suggested as interventions:Parent telephone calls, referral to a team member’s class.Teacher-parent conferences to attempt to correct or analyze the situation.Team-parent conference to get to know the student better.Telephone calls to parents. These can be very effective and reflect the teacher’s concern.Parent-Guidance conference to discuss problems and possible solutions.Guidance Team to develop strategies to assist students.Referrals to administration. Students are never to be sent to the office. Teachers who are referring students for discipline must use the proper referral form. If an emergency situation exists, call the office and state the problem. An administrator will make a determination of appropriate action.NOTE: Referrals are processed through the DISICIPLINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (DMS) and have documented interventions in BASIS. If you have do not have a Virtual Counselor log on, please the see the I.M.T. If you have problems navigating through the options, and see a teammate. CLINIC PROCEDURESAny student who appears too ill to remain in class must be given a pass to go to the front office. NO student will be admitted to the office without a pass. The Assistant Principal will make the judgment as to whether the student will remain in the clinic temporarily, be sent home, or return to class.MedicationStudents on medication should see the Front Office Staff for a medical form to be completed by physician and returned to the school. NO medication can be administered by a staff member. Student medications are delivered to the Clinic by a parent with a completed authorization form. No medication should be taken to the instructional area. Teachers will give students a pass to leave class to take the medicine in the Front Office.Health InformationA student Health Record card will be kept on each student. The Front Office Staff will make note of any health problems on the record card. Any health information, which the teacher has, should also be recorded.Health ReferralsAll real and suspected health problems should be referred to the Social Worker. Students who are absent frequently because of illness, as well as those who have a long illness, should be referred to the Social Worker and/or Public Health Nurse or Guidance. The students may benefit by health counseling or may need help in getting proper medical care. The Guidance Department will notify teachers about students who have major medical problems.IllnessWhen an emergency is apparent, the closest staff member will attend to the student, any other remaining staff member will notify the office. The Front Office Staff will then handle the emergency.CLUBS & ACTIVITIESClubs and activities within the school are encouraged. All clubs and activities, including those sponsored by outside agencies, are subject to the following:anization of a club requires the prior approval of the Principal.2.A definite purpose is to be established through the adoption of a constitution and by-laws which conform to the policies and philosophy of the school, and which are to be an integral part of the total instructional program.The Principal is to supervise and have final authority over all activities of such organizations.All activities of the club must have prior approval of the Principal or his/her designee.All clubs must develop a service project for the school year.All funds relating to such clubs/organizations are to be deposited in the internal account of the school, to be disbursed only upon approval of the Principal.RTI (COLLABORATIVE PROBLEM SOLVING TEAM)Goals of RtI The purpose of the RtI Team is to provide a multi-disciplinary delivery system to help selected students experience greater success at school. The School Based RtI Team is composed of the Guidance Director Assistant Principal, Counselor, Teachers, and other appropriate School Personnel, to be determined by the Guidance Coordinator and Assistant Principal.Students selected for consideration include those students about whom additional information is needed to coordinate home and school involvement. The RtI Team shall:1.Discuss strategies for dealing with students exhibiting learning or school adjustment problems.2.Meet with parents/teachers to discuss problems of mutual concern regarding the students.3.Discuss strategies for dealing with students exhibiting unusual behavioral, medical, social, or academic problems.Strategies employed by the RtI Team include:1.Assistance in classroom management.2. Referrals for school based services, such as psychological evaluation, speech evaluation, health care, etc.3. Conferring with parent/guardian.4.Visits to the parent in the community.5.Referrals to community agencies for specialized services.Benefits of the RtI Team include:1.Greater understanding of the child and the climate in which he functions.2.More appropriate interventions and positive changes in the child’s environment.RtI Team Administrative Procedures:1.See the grade level administrator and complete the “Referral To The RtI Team” form. (Refer to Appendix)2.The grade level administrator will give copies to the appropriate counselor and the guidance coordinator.3.Designated members of the RtI Team will be notified of the time and place by the grade level counselor. (Refer to Appendix)4. The guidance counselor will chair the RtI Team and complete the ”Initial Review Conference” form. (Refer to Appendix) A follow-up conference date will be established at this time. Copies of the completed form will be delivered to all members of the RtI Team and the Principal.The “Update” form (Refer to Appendix) will be completed by the grade level counselor at the Update meeting. Further conferences will be scheduled if necessary. Copies of this form will be delivered to all members of the RtI Team and the Principal.CORE MEMBERS of the RtI Team:Grade level AdministratorESE SpecialistGrade level CounselorParentTeachersOPTIONAL MEMBERS of the RtI Team:School PsychologistCommunity ResourcesSchool Social WorkerOther School PersonnelROLES and RESPONSIBILITIES of RtI Team:When attending an RtI Team Meeting, please bring the following:Classroom Teacher/Team Leader - Attendance data, current grade(s), interventions used, parent conference/contact records, skill levels (reading and math)Administrator - Discipline folderCounselor - Cumulative folder, report card, scheduleE.S.E. Specialist - Psychological records, pre-referral packetSchool Social Worker/Visiting Teacher - Pertinent dataSchool Psychologist - Pertinent dataCOMMUNICATIONSCommunication between the home and school, as well as between the school and other departments, is very important. To ensure clear and open channels of communication, please consider the following:1.When it is necessary for teachers and staff to pursue written communication with other departments within the school or the district, a copy of the communication must be signed by the Principal, and the appropriate Assistant Principal, prior to distribution.2.Teachers are not to communicate directly with the Superintendent, Area Superintendent, or Area Directors. All school related communications must be channeled through the Principal’s office for approval and signature.3.Teachers and staff are expected to maintain regular correspondence/communication with parents. If this is written communication, it is to be reviewed with the Department Chairperson, Assistant Principal and Principal then co-signed by the principal or assistant principal.4.A copy of all correspondence is to be on file in the Principal’s office.CONFERENCE RECORDSCommunication with parents, guardians, and social services is an integral part of a student’s program. Thus, it is necessary that records be maintained accurately. Conferences ensure:1.Consistent communication2.Rapport between the home and school3.Input for improved programmingPlease maintain a conference record form for each conference and keep a file. COPYRIGHTAll teachers are expected to follow the copyright rules. These rules will guide what can be reproduced via photocopies and must abide by the ‘Fair Use’ test. Copyright rules also apply to audiovisual materials, pre-recorded video programs, and computer software. To become fully aware of the Copyright Policy, read the ‘Educator’s Quick and Essential Guide to Copyright’ available in the Teacher Toolbox folder of FGMS CAB Conference.COVERING CLASSESTeachers are to supervise students whenever and wherever they are seen except on their 30-minute duty free lunch. Every teacher will be responsible for every student while students are in school or during activities, e.g. all halls, entrances, exits patios, and between buildings/portables.Occasionally, it is necessary for teachers to cover classes because of illness, field trips, or emergencies. All arrangements for class coverage must be cleared with the grade level administrator.All teachers will stand outside their classroom doors or assume a visible location outside of their classroom to supervise students during class changes.Leaving classes unattended- Schools and personnel may be held liable in case of negligence. It is mandatory that classes not be left unattended. If an emergency arises which necessitates your leaving the classroom, another teacher must be obtained to cover your class. Please contact administration immediately.CUSTODIAL SERVICESMaintaining a facility is a difficult task. However, by working together high standards of cleanliness and order can be maintained. 1. All requests for custodial services are to be written and given to the Assistant Principal in charge of Plant and Facility. (Refer to Appendix)2. If a problem is not resolved within a reasonable amount of time, contact the Assistant Principal for Plant and Facility. Room ResponsibilityTeachers must assume the responsibility for the neatness, attractiveness, and safety of their rooms. No more than 20% of the wall space may be covered, items may not be hung from the ceiling, and candles, air fresheners, microwaves, and refrigerators are not allowed in the classroom. The teacher who uses a room the last period of the day is responsible for turning out the lights, seeing that all paper is picked up from the floor, and returning materials to their proper places. No inventory should be moved to other locations without administrative approval.DAILY PROGRESS REPORTTeachers should use the student “Binder Reminder”. This is an excellent tool for open communication between the teacher and home. A progress report may be recorded in the student “Binder Reminder” daily or weekly depending upon the need of the student. It may encompass all subjects or only one subject. It may be used to track academics, behavior or both.Direction to the StudentIt is the student’s daily responsibility to make sure all teachers sign their agenda book. It is the student’s responsibility to have their parent sign the appropriate page each day.Directions to the ParentIf a parent/guardian does not see the agenda book at the appropriate time (daily/weekly), they are instructed to contact their child’s counselor either by phone or a note. Another comment will not be recorded unless the previous one has been signed or the above contact has been made. Exceptions to this rule are when counselor/teacher/parent have previously agreed upon some other arrangement.Directions to the TeacherThe procedure for the daily progress reporting will have been explained in full to the parent/guardian and students before implementation of the plan. If your student no longer has a need for a progress report or if for any reason it is NOT working for a particular student, contact the grade level counselor. The counselor will contact the parent/guardian.Reporting may be issued to track a student for one subject only. The progress report will be issued by and returned each day to the teacher of the subject being tracked. The directions above apply to a progress report for one subject.DOCUMENT YOUR ACTION FOR CONFERENCES OR PARENT REQUEST.DISMISSALS (Early)No student is to leave the school campus during school hours without the permission of the Principal or Assistant Principal. No student is to leave the school prior to dismissal at the request of or with anyone other than a school employee, a police officer, a court official from Broward County, or a parent of the child, unless prior permission has been given in writing by the parent or legal guardian.Students:Students who are to be dismissed for any reason prior to the end of the school day are to be processed through the Office. No student will be dismissed to anyone other than a legal parent or guardian. Proof of guardianship is required.Personnel:All personnel who find it necessary to leave campus during the school day or prior to the end of the workday are required to:1.Secure the prior approval of the Principal and sign-out in the sign-out notebook in the Principal’s office.2. Secure coverage for classes and other areas of responsibility. DRUG-FREE WORKPLACEIt is the intent of the Board to comply with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and other applicable law that requires the Board to maintain a drug-free workplace. The Board authorizes the Superintendent to develop procedures to carry out this policy.Pursuant to the requirements of the School Board Policy 2400 Drug-Free Workplace the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession or use of a controlled substance, including alcohol, is prohibited at all School Board of Broward County work sites and school activities. Employees are required to self-report in writing to the Executive Director of Professional Standards and Special Investigative Unit within forty-eight hours of any arrests, citations, or charges involving the sale and/or possession of a controlled substance. Such notice shall not be considered an admission of guilt nor shall such notice be admissible for any purpose in any proceeding, civil or criminal, administrative or judicial. All employees in violation of School Board Policy 2400 will be referred to the Executive Director of Professional Standards & Special Investigative Unit for appropriate disciplinary action.DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE IT IS THE INTENT OF THE BOARD TO COMPLY WITH THE DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE ACT OF 1988 AND OTHER APPLICABLE LAW WHICH REQUIRES THE BOARD TO MAINTAIN A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE. THE BOARD AUTHORIZES THE SUPERINTENDENT TO DEVELOP PROCEDURES TO CARRY OUT THIS POLICY AUTHORITY: F.S. 230.22 (1) (2) F.S. 322.62 DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE ACT OF 1988, P. L. 100-690 POLICY ADOPTED: 6/22/89 RULES AMENDED: 9/4/90; 10/6/92; 12/20/94; 7/18/95, 3/6/01: RULES 1. The Superintendent shall provide each permanent Board employee with a statement indicating that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession or use of a controlled substance, including alcohol, is prohibited on all school board property and at school sponsored activities. Employees are strictly prohibited from reporting to work or being on duty while under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance. a. School board property shall be defined as school grounds, building, school bus, or vehicle provided for transportation by the school system. b. School sponsored activities shall be defined as any approved school board event or official school board business, on or off school board property.2. The Superintendent shall continue to provide district employees with information regarding the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse, the availability of drug counseling and the Employee Assistance Program.3. Each Board employee must refrain from the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession or use of a controlled substance, including alcohol, in the workplace. 4. The Board must take appropriate disciplinary action against affected employees who violate this policy, up to and including termination of employment, or require the affected employee(s) to participate satisfactorily in a state licensed drug and/or alcohol abuse program. Employees who violate this policy are subject to referral for criminal prosecution. 5. Upon request of the Executive Director of Professional Standards & Special Investigative Unit and/or his/her designee the employee shall submit to testing for the purpose of determining the alcohol content or the presence of controlled substances when reasonable suspicion is determined under applicable laws. The test should be performed in a reasonable manner through Risk Management. (F.S. 440.101) (F.S. 112.0455) An employee who tests positive shall be recommended for discipline action up to and including termination of employment. An employee who refuses to submit to testing will be recommended for termination of employment. 6. Drug and alcohol testing for applicants and employees who must hold a Commercial Driver’s License. (CDL) a. Applicants for employment (permanent and temporary) and Board employees (permanent or temporary) who are required to have a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) as a condition of employment shall be required to participate in a drug and alcohol testing program. b. CDL licensed employee (permanent and temporary) who does not submit to the required drug and/or alcohol test shall be terminated immediately. Applicants who test positive for drugs/alcohol shall no longer be considered for employment. School Board employees who test positive shall be recommended for disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment to the Superintendent. d. The Board authorizes the Superintendent to charge applicants for the drug/alcohol test. However, the Superintendent may waive this fee during periods of critical staff shortages as determined by the Superintendent.7. Rule number 6 above shall be effective commencing on January 1, 1995.8. Any employee who voluntarily self-reports alcohol/drug/ dependence not connected to a criminal arrest will be referred to the Employee Assistance Program. 9. Switching, tampering with or adulterating any specimen or sample collected under the company’s policy for the purpose of testing for drugs or alcohol, or attempting to do so, or assisting another in an attempt to do so, is prohibited. Any such effort may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination. AUTHORITY: F.S. 230.22 (1) (2) Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, P. L... 100-690 Rules Adopted: 6/22/89 Rules Amended: 9/4/90; 10/6/92; 12/20/94; 7/18/95, 3/6/01DUTY ASSIGNMENTSIt is essential that teachers/staff report to their duty assignment on time. Individuals and the School Board may be liable for accidents, which occur. Duty is a serious responsibility and is required by Florida State Law. The law requires that campus duty teachers/staff be on the campus when the first bus arrives.Duty teachers/staff must be constantly on the alert to maintain proper supervision. They must also be especially watchful to see that no unauthorized person or persons loiter on or near the campus. WHEN YOUR ARE ASSIGNED A DUTY YOU MUST BE THERE! A duty roster will be issued at the beginning of the year and reminders will be given prior to each “shift change.” In the interest of control, security, and safety of students, each faculty member will secure a replacement if he cannot assume his responsibility. Dr. Drake will distribute a roster indicating individual areas and responsibilities.CAMPUS DUTY RESPONSIBILITIESCampus duty teachers must be on duty by 9:05 amGenerally, students are not permitted to enter the building until 9:05 am and should be prohibited from doing so except:To come to breakfast starting at 9:05 am, using the patio cafeteria doors.To serve morning detentions or receive extra help in the AM, a written pass issued by the teacher must be in the possession student’s to enter the building.E-MAIL: APROPRIATE AND ETHICAL USE (Policy #5306)Please note that email is to be used for official School Board business ONLY. Please note that under Florida law, email addresses are public records. Your email address and the contents of any email sent to someone will be released in response to any request for public records, except as excluded by F.S. 119.071, 1002.22(3)(d) [student records], or any other law of the State of Florida. If you do not want your email address to be released as part of any public records request, contact people by phone or in writing. Bear in mind that the equipment and software used to run email is owned by the School Board of Broward County and should not be treated as personal property. CAB Etiquette1. Any advertisement for the sale of personal items (i.e. tickets, household items, etc.) constitutes inappropriate use of the Electronic Mail system. Items of that nature should be placed on the District Bulletin Board on CAB. 2. CAB is a shared resource and all users should behave in a responsible manner. Do not email chain letters, poems, and job advertisements, etc. through the BCPS electronic mail system. Sending these types of messages can cause problems such as slowing down the network and increasing the size of the data files on the mail servers. 3. Messages should not promote commercial, political, religious, or other non-school based interests. 4. Messages should not contain any illegal, inappropriate, obscene, suggestive, or pornographic content. 5. Messages composed should be free of discriminatory remark or anti-social behavior.CAB GuidelinesTeachers should check their CAB inboxes before school, midday, and before leaving home. Parent response should be made that same day.Use spell check.Reread your message and check the tone of your email message. Some messages can be misconstrued and irony, sarcasm, and harmless humor are not communicated in the same way via email.Be sure to Reply to Sender whenever necessary in order to avoid your reply being read by the original recipients of the group email sent out.Delete your messages on a regular basis. File away or print the ones you need to hold on to.Don’t put anything in email that you would not put on paper or say in person.You may refer to the Superintendent’s E-Mail Abuse memo, and Policy 5306 -School and District Technology Usage. APPROPRIATE USE OF CAB CONFERENCEIn order to announce things to the entire staff, the FGMS Conference Room will now be used. Clicking on the little red schoolhouse icon on your CAB desktop can access the conference room. All users are expected to check the CAB Conference regularly as they would their inbox, with a minimum of a check before school, midday, and towards the end of the day. Users will be able to post announcements to the conference room and delete items they create. Do not ‘REPLY TO ALL’ while in conference as everyone will be able to read your response. Be sure to click on ‘REPLY TO SENDER’. Messages posted in the conference room are for the good of the entire group and shall adhere to Policy 5306- School and District Technology Usage and the Email Guidelines available via CAB Resources.NOTE: CAB Conference serves as a platform to convey information to the entire staff. For example, a class sponsor needs to announce their activity and/or event for the good of the group. Please be advised that these items are deleted on a regular basis so that space can be sued for newer postings. EMERGENCY PROCEDURESEMERGENCY EARLY DISMISSALIf it becomes necessary to dismiss school early, the following procedures are to be followed:The Principal (or Designee) will coordinate the dismissal procedures. After the decision to dismiss early is made by the proper authorities, the Principal (or Designee) will inform teachers and students.Teachers in planning during an emergency must assist with supervision in the halls, unless given other specific responsibilities.Students must remain in seats and follow specific instructions. Prior to dismissal, students will be informed of the reason for this dismissal. Walkers and bicycle riders will be directed to go directly home if the situation warrants. Bus students will be accompanied to bus loading area by teachers and kept in this area until all buses have departed.When an emergency dismissal is necessary, students who are normally transported by car will be permitted to make contact with parents by telephone. Students are not to be sent to the office until directed to do so.RAINY DAY PROCEDURESIf it becomes necessary to allow students to enter school early, the following procedures are to be followed:The Principal (or Designee) will coordinate the entry procedures. After the decision to enter early is made by the proper authorities, the Principal (or Designee) will inform teachers and students.Teachers in planning who do not have morning duty during an emergency must assist with supervision in the halls, unless given other specific responsibilities. Teachers should make every effort to usher students from the inclement conditions.FIRE DRILL EVACUATION PROCEDURESIn keeping with the laws of Florida and to ensure the safety of the students in our school, we are obligated to conduct a series of 10 fire drills each year. Florida law states, “To give instructions in and hold, under the direction of the Principal, such fire and emergency drills as may be deemed necessary… To prepare for this drill, teachers should:Evacuation routes and instructions are posted conspicuously in each classroom.Teachers explain and practice the procedure quarterly during the school year.When the alarm sounds, teachers accompany their students to the designated area per the evacuation map.Room lights are turned off. Windows and doors must be closed. Doors are to remain locked.Students are to remain with their class and walk quickly during the evacuation. Teachers are to check attendance once they are in their designated staging area.Teachers are to hold up the RED/GREEN sign indicating if all students are present and accounted for.Return to the building only after the return signal has been sounded.Upon returning to the classroom, teachers again check attendance.TORNADO PROCEDURESAt the time a Tornado Warning is received, the faculty and staff will follow these procedures:1.Instruct students to move their desks or tables to the front of the room or to the wall furthest away from the windows. They should then get under the desks or tables and cover their heads with their arms. 2.Physical education classes will assemble along the walls in the locker room until the all-clear bell sounds. If there is no time to seek shelter inside, students should lie flat on the field or in the nearest depression, such as a ditch or culvert, and cover their heads with their arms or clothing.3.NO ONE IS TO MOVE UNTIL DIRECTED TO DO SO BY ADMINISTRATION.4.If directed to evacuate the building, follow the route designated on the map. Remain in the holding area until directed to return.5.Custodians will remove any outside items that are not secure.TORNADO DRILLA Tornado Drill will be conducted at least twice a year to familiarize all students and teachers with procedure.Warning System Over the intercom, “This is a Tornado Safety Procedure. All students and staff are to report to their assigned areas”.Evacuation Route and Shelter AssignmentEach class will be assigned to a specific location away from the outside walls of the building. Proceed immediately to that area and sit facing the interior of the building.When students are assembled in interior hallways during a Tornado Drill or during a Tornado Warning, they should be instructed to respond to specific command to assume protective postures, facing interior walls when danger is imminent. Such a command might be: TORNADO POSITION. This means “EVERYBODY DOWN! CROUCH ON ELBOWS AND KNEES. HANDS OVER BACK OF HEAD”. It is essential that this command be followed instantly and obeyed. Most tornado deaths are caused by head injuries.INCLEMENT WEATHER DISMISSAL PROCEDURESIN THE EVENT OF SEVERE WEATHER CONDITIONS AT THE 3:45 DISMISSAL TIME, TEACHERS ARE TO ADHERE TO THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES:THE 3:45 DISMISSAL BELL WILL NOT RING. Do not dismiss at the normal time. Wait for instructions!1.Last hour teachers with classes will keep their students in their class areas (as buses arrive the bus number will be announced over the PA System). Students that ride the announced bus will be dismissed to board their bus. Please insist that students do not run.2.If the majority of the students are gone by 3:45, then the walkers will be sent (pending current weather conditions) home or to the cafeteria.3.Teachers with last hour planning will assist with supervision in the cafeteria and bus-loading zone.4. Parents arriving to pick up students will go to the front offices, these students will be told via the PA /system to go to the front lobby.These procedures are to be followed in the event of any of the following conditions which require that all students remain inside the building in their classrooms until administrative directions are provided via the public address system: Hurricane, Severe Storm Warning and Tornado, etc.Students in portables or outside areas will be taken to their designated permanent building.Students will be instructed to follow administrative directives or, when appropriate, the Forest Glen Tornado Drill Action Plan.Students must remain in their classrooms until an all clear is sounded.Teachers will regularly review tornado procedures.In the event a bomb threat is received, the following procedure will be implemented:BOMB THREAT PHONE CALL RECEIVED AT SCHOOL1. Whomever answers a school phone call where the caller threatens a bomb is in the building should:Listen carefully to the caller’s voiceAny background noisesWrite down exactly what is said.If possible, ask questions (try to be conversational).When is the bomb set to explode?What does the bomb look like?Where is the bomb?Why was the bomb placed?Who placed the bomb?2.If another person is in the office, develop a signal to alert that person to listen in on the call.3.Once the phone call ends, the person receiving the threat will immediately notify The School Resource Officer and tell an administrator/the Principal immediately. Fill out a “Bomb Threat Report”.4.Building Administration will begin a preliminary search AND phone Coral Springs Police and the Fire Department to report the call.5.DO NOT pull the fire alarm since the electronics of this system MAY set off an explosive device. (All radios should NOT be on nor used, during search.)6.The Principal or designee will notify the Area Superintendent, Internal Affairs Department, and Coral Springs Police and Fire Departments. The Principal will order the evacuation of the building according to established procedures. 7.The Principal will determine appropriate next steps in consultation with Police officials.8.Remain calm. Pay attention to what is being said and how it is said.9. Remain available to answer questions.NOTE: NEVER touch any package or item that appears suspicious during a search.EVACUATION/SEARCHIf a building evacuation is ordered, it should be done quickly and orderly. Teachers and staff members should examine their classrooms for items that are suspicious or seem out of place. NEVER TOUCH, JAR, OR MOVE a suspicious item. Leave the area immediately. Report to administration any suspicious items and their location.BOMB THREAT REPORT (Circle All That Apply)CalmLaughingAdultChildFamiliarAngryCryingRaspyLispLoudExcitedNormalDeepSlowStutterDeep BreathingRaggedRapidSlurredCrackingClearing ThroatSoftNasalAccentDistinctBACKGROUND NOISESStreetMotorPA SystemMusicOfficeMachineryAnimalPhone BoothStaticBasementLocal CallCell PhoneHouse NoisesTalkingTrainLANGUAGEIrrationalFoulIncoherentWell SpokenReading from a statementSlangSchool NameTime of CallDate of CallPerson Completing ReportDaytime PhoneSUSPICIOUS VEHICLEIf a suspicious vehicle is observed on school property OR on streets adjacent to the school:Alert the school office immediately; be as specific as possible concerning the LOCATION and DESCRIPTION of the vehicle; a suspicious vehicle is one that has been parked in one location for a lengthy period of time without being moved, one that appears to be abandoned, or one that has been occupied for a period of time without an apparent school-related purpose.If the vehicle is parked or standing still, do NOT approach the vehicle.If a car is on the move, get a description of the driver and the license plate number.Write down what you observed and share this information with the Coral Springs Police.ENVIRONMENTAL EMERGENCIESThese procedures will be followed in the event of any of the following conditions, which require evacuation of the building: Fire, Gas Leak, etc.The fire alarm signal will be activated.Teachers will exit the building following the evacuation plan.Evacuation maps are located in each area.The designated administrator will call 911, the Coral Springs Fire Department, the North Area Office and the district’s Special Investigative Unit.Use of radio transmissions should be terminated.All staff members will assure that students are clear of the building and supervised.No one may reenter the building until approval is given by the fire departmentGas Leak Emergency EvacuationINSTRUCTIONS1. Dial 9112. Evacuate building.3. Call Compass 754 321 4490 and Area Superintendent 754 321 3400.4. Compass notifies Area Maintenance and Risk Management.5. Area Superintendent notifies the Deputy Superintendent of School Operations.6. Fire Department responds.7. Fire Department approves building re-entry.8. Call Area Superintendent and Risk Management, Safety and Benefits after re-entry.Risk Management 754 321 1900 Safety 754 321 0911.39376355334000ADMINISTRATION ASSIGNMENTS / EMERGENCIESAdministration assignments are as follows for all emergencies that require all buildings to be evacuated (i.e., weather, fire, gas leaks, bomb threats).1.Principal – Communicate with Fire Department, Police Department, OSPA, District Office800 Wing – 8th Grade Assistant Principal 900 Wing – Security Monitor500 Wing – 6th Grade Assistant Principal 600 Wing – Security MonitorScience Rooms/Media Center – Security Specialist1900 building - 7th Grade Assistant PrincipalAdministration Building/P.E./Art/200/300 Wings – Guidance Counselor & Guidance Director*** Make Sure Your Room Has Evacuation Maps (Fire, Tornado) Posted. **ENROLLMENTStudents who enroll in class late, but prior to the end of the first twenty (20) days of school, shall be permitted to make up class work in order to receive full credit for the marking period and semester.Students who enroll after the first twenty (20) days of school must present evidence of attendance and/or grades earned in another school during that school year. The time between withdrawing from one school and enrolling in a Broward County Secondary School shall not exceed twenty (20) days to receive credit for a semester’s work.EQUIPMENT LOANSIf you wish to borrow any property from the school, (i.e., computer) you must obtain approval from the Principal. After obtaining approval, you must complete the “Property Pass.” You may obtain a pass from Mrs. Johnson in room 128 (Refer to Appendix New Copy)ESOLESOL Instructional Strategies Matrix. (Refer to Appendix) Teachers are required to document ESOL strategies used in lesson plan book.EXCUSING STUDENTS FROM CLASSOnce a student enters the class, he/she may leave only with the written permission of the teacher. Each teacher will handle restroom passes during class time.Teachers will not cause any student to be absent from another class without prior approval of the teacher whose class the student will miss. Avoid making students tardy to their next class and do not hold your class until after the bell.The teacher concerned must issue any student excused during class a pass, and the student out of class must carry the pass in his/her hand where it can be seen.Direct students to use the closest restroom and water fountain to your classroom.Teachers MAY NOT permit students to leave school grounds. This permission can ONLY be granted by the administration.EXTRACURRICULAR BUS TRANSPORTATIONHighlights and additional information for requesting buses during the coming year are as follows:Only bus companies that have been pre-qualified with the School Board of Broward County (SBBC) through the Request for Information will be eligible to provide transportation. Schools will prepare a Quote form and mail/fax to appropriate Bus Company. BUS QUOTE FORMS can be found online. Go to Click on DepartmentsClick on Supply Management LogisticsClick on District ContractsClick (T) and look for Transportation or name of the travel agency.Bus companies will be required to quote their price on this form and return to school. Travel agencies will no longer be used to book buses for school trips, but may be used to coordinate travel packages (i.e. hotels, tickets, meals, etc.). Three bids will be required from travel agencies.School bookkeeper will confirm bus reservation by issuing a purchase order to the vendor.There will be NO DEPOSITS or other payments made in advance to bus companies. If a bus company requests a deposit, the SBBC purchasing department must be notified in writing immediately.Buses may be canceled ten (10) calendar days prior to trip date with no penalty. Buses canceled less than ten (10) days prior to the trip date will include a penalty payment to the bus company of 20% or $500.00 per bus whichever is less.Any complaint, which is deemed serious in nature, will be made to the Purchasing Department in writing promptly.SBBC buses’ rates are to be billed at an hourly rate of $44; however this rate may change. This rate includes mileage and driver cost.Only buses with a capacity of 47 passengers or greater will be used for all extracurricular trips.NOTE: Other than our contracted sport team game situations all other bus contracts are extracurricular in nature, like field trip transportation, etc. An approved Project Approval for the event needs to be done in advance (8 weeks prior approval recommended) for such events. See pre-planning packet for more information.FACILITY SERVICESThe facility service program must be a cooperative endeavor if it is to achieve more than limited success. The cooperation of teachers is a vital factor in any facility service program.Each class area will be swept and dusted daily. Request for additional service and removal of broken furniture must be given in writing to the Assistant Principal over Facilities. Teachers are not to make any request directly to the head custodian or to any other member of the facility service staff and he or she will initiate appropriate action.ROOM RESPONSIBILITYTeachers must assume the responsibility for the neatness and attractiveness of their rooms. The teacher who uses a room the last period of the day is responsible for seeing that all paper is picked up from the floor and for returning materials to their proper places.FACULTY/STAFF MEETINGSAll faculty/staff members are expected to monitor the CAB calendar and make note of all meetings, parent conferences and staff development. Your punctual attendance at the meetings is expected and of utmost importance. In the event you that are not present at a given meeting due to an absence from school, you are responsible to procure the information that was shared. For any reason other than absence from school, prior approval of the principal must be granted in order not to be in attendance.FIELD TRIPSField trips, both in and out of the county, are an integral part of the learning process in many areas of education. Team field trips are encouraged. Your grade level Administrator, Principal and/or Area Superintendent, must approve all field trips.A request for school activities should be submitted AT LEAST FOUR WEEKS IN ADVANCE. Field trips and other activities planned at the last minute will not be approved. (See the school's Field Trip Coordinator to review all paperwork.)All extra-class school activities (club, organization, group, class, musical, athletic, etc.) should have administrative approval BEFORE being planned and scheduled. Approval will be granted based on purpose, philosophy, objectives, location, and scheduling conflicts. No field trips will be scheduled for the week prior to the end of a marking period or during the week(s) of mandated district testing.Discuss the trip with the administrator in charge of field trips before mentioning it to your students. Wait until the field trip is approved to mention to the students or begin collecting any money or permission slips.FIELD TRIP REQUIREMENTS:END OF THE YEAR CLASS TRIPSAny external suspension in the fourth quarter will automatically result in ineligibility of the student for the end of the year trip. No more than two (2) referrals in the second semesterAll financial obligations are met.No failing grades or unsatisfactory behavior on third (3rd) quarter report card and fourth (4th) quarter interim report.The following school policies MUST be followed:Get the required field trip packet from the bookkeeper and follow all directions.Work directly with the bookkeeper regarding collection of monies and purchase orders.If private cars are used, a Request for Approval to Use Private Car for Transporting Students form must be sent home to parents, which must be approved by an administrator, to include the following information:Educational purchase of the tripType of transportation to be usedLunch plans (bag or buy)Estimated cost, including transportation and entrance fees and when monies will be collected. (Money Orders must be made payable to Forest Glen Middle School and must be for the exact amount of the trip. Neither you the teacher, nor the bookkeeper are allowed to give change).Behavior criteria must be stated clearly.Type of clothing appropriate for the trip (school dress code adhered to) "24-hour" insurance suggested for overnight tripEach student must be given an Authorization for Trip form that includes the medical information to be signed by a parent or guardian.If the team teachers determine it to be necessary, each student can be given a Field Trip Eligibility form to be signed by his/her teachers and/or the grade level administrator.Students participating in field trips are to be counted present for plete, alphabetized lists of students attending the field trip must be on file at the front office and with the attendance secretary. This list must also be distributed to all teachers PRIOR TO THE TRIP. An alphabetized bus list must be on file with the bookkeeper.If lunch is affected, the cafeteria form must be filled out twenty-one days in advance and given to the cafeteria manager.Make arrangements with the administrator for the students not going on the trip and inform those students where they are to be assigned. Include this information with the lists to personnel listed above.Parents and students must be notified in advance of behavioral criteria required to attend the field trip, as determined by the field trip coordinator. If the coordinator determines that a child should be excluded, administrative approval must be obtained.A TDA must be completed and approved for each participating teacher. If a substitute is needed, please make the necessary arrangements. The assistant principal will sign the TDA for the use of substitutes for teachers on field trips. A copy of this form must be turned into the budgetkeeper.If you plan to use school buses or charter buses, refer to the field trip packet. Application must be submitted as soon as possible, but no later than ten (10) days in advance of the date of the trip.Please refer to School Board Policy #6303 for information regarding chaperones, other types of transportation, etc. for field trips.FOR ALL OVERNIGHT FIELD TRIPS AND/OR OUT OF COUNTY FIELD TRIPS, the following items must be submitted to the bookkeeper who must submit them to the DIRECTOR OF RISK MANAGEMENT at least two weeks prior to departure:List of all participating students and chaperonesInclusive dates of the tripItineraryMode(s) of travelEmergency Information/Emergency Release Forms must be completed by parent/guardian of each student. The administrator or teacher in charge must take these forms on the trip in case of emergency.FIELD TRIP PACKET INFORMATION MUST BE REVIEWED WITH THE BOOKKEEPER AT LEAST ONE WEEK PRlOR TO GOING ON THE FlELD TRIP.OVER NIGHT FIELD TRIPSThe Principal of a school shall be contacted before the teacher or sponsor begins to discuss any overnight student field trip. If the Principal should feel that such a trip would be a project worthy of pursuing, a detailed plan of the projected trip, its objectives, the number of chaperones required, and cost(s) should be presented to the appropriate Area Superintendent for approval before it is discussed with students, parents or community. Any trip outside of the United States also must have the approval of the Superintendent. A cover letter from the Principal indicating approval of the project shall accompany this presentation. Once the trip has all of the necessary approvals, the teacher or sponsor shall proceed with the necessary arrangements as outlined for local trips. An out of town field trip medical form must also be obtained from the parents. (Refer to Appendix)In considering chaperones, the Principal may wish to provide security where there appears to be a need for this service.In all instances, at least one of the chaperones must be a member of the school staff, preferably on the administrative level or be the officially assigned Principal’s designee. Whenever possible, it is recommended that one of these chaperones be a registered nurse.Professional Responsibilities In Emergency Situations -- First Aid, School Board Policy 5303:The Principal, or his/her designee, shall decide if an ill or injured student shall remain in school or require care, attention or treatment at home or in a hospital. When the Principal indicates that it is advisable for a student to leave the school building, the Principal must make every effort to notify the parent or guardian of the illness or injury of the student and request that the parent or guardian or a responsible adult come to the school to accompany the student home or to a hospital. When the parent or guardian is contacted and is unable to come to the school, arrangements for transportation become the responsibility of said parent or guardian. The parent should be informed of the nature of any emergency aid administered and be advised to obtain professional medical attention if indicated.In the event the parent of a seriously ill or injured student cannot be located within a reasonable time, the Principal should request police assistance, and if necessary, ambulance service. If it becomes necessary to take the student to the hospital before the parent or guardian has been located, the Principal or a designated staff member must accompany the student in the ambulance and remain with the student until the parent or guardian arrives. The school representative should bring to the hospital the student’s Emergency Information Card (Refer to Appendix F5) and all available information regarding the nature and extent of the illness or injury. A death on the school premises must be reported immediately to the Superintendent and the proper law enforcement agency.If the parent of a student who has suffered a minor accident or illness cannot be located, the student should remain in school until the regular dismissal time. Accident forms MUST be completed by the teacher immediately and turned in to Office 105. Parents MUST be notified ASAP.In the event that a student is injured while on a field trip, the Sponsor will make the decision whether to seek medical attention or not.Responsibilities of Class Sponsors/Chaperones:It is the responsibility of the Sponsor/Chaperones to insure the safety and well being of students on field trips. The Sponsor/Chaperones will follow School Board Policy and school policy and procedures.Staff, School Board Policy 4008:All employees of the Board who have been issued contracts as provided by Florida Statutes, or annual work agreements as provided by the Board, shall comply with the provisions of the Florida School Code, State Board Regulations and Regulations and Policies of the Board.Student, School Board Policy 5308:Students in our schools are expected to act in such a fashion that their behavior will reflect favorably on the individual student and on the school. To accomplish this, all students must recognize their individual responsibilities and obligations and discharge them in accordance with school regulations. The Broward County Student Discipline and Conduct Code will be in effect when students participate in school trips.Line Staff Authority For Making Decisions:The Sponsor or Principal’s designee is responsible for making decisions. If a decision arises and the Principal’s designee cannot make a decision, the Principal is to be contacted. When the Principal cannot be contacted, the Assistant Principals are next in line.Collection of Monies:Provisions must be made with the Bookkeeper to collect money for field trips, including transportation cost in compliance with Board Policy.FOOD/BEVERAGESTeachers and students should NOT drink or eat in the classrooms. Staff members should not have beverages (other than water) and food in the classroom areas during school hours. Due to the potential risk of burning a student, hot beverages are prohibited in the classrooms. Stains from beverage spillage are difficult to remove from carpeted areas and they create unwanted bugs in the building. The administration must be advised of any exceptionsCLASSROOM PARTIES/CELEBRATIONS—Middle School parties, celebrations, etc. are NOT allowed!FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIESALL FUNDRAISER FORMS ARE LOCATED IN BOOKKEEPER’S OFFICEAll sales of merchandise are to be approved using the Application for Project Approval Form (Appendix A) or a school-designed facsimile. Additionally, ALL merchandise sales (except continuous operations such as school stores) require the completion of a Fundraising Financial Report (Appendix B).Middle School students SHALL be prohibited from door-to-door fundraising activities sponsored by the school or by a school related organization.PROCEDURESAll sales of merchandise should be approved only on the condition that an accurate and complete accounting is made for all units purchased.In order to assure an accurate and complete accounting of items purchased for resale, it is strongly recommended a sale deadline date be assigned.A copy of the approved Project Approval Form (Appendix A) should be furnished to the School Bookkeeper to enable follow up on collections and reporting.SPONSOR INFORMATIONAll fundraising activities should be requested and approved on a Project Approval Form NO merchandise for resale should be obtained (purchased, arrangements made for purchase) until the Project Approval Form has been approved.All items purchased for resale should be ordered on a school activity purchase order, which may be obtained from the School Bookkeeper.FUNDRAISING - CONTINUEDUpon receiving the units or items to be sold, the sponsor MUST perform a physical count of items to be sold and verify the number ordered and received.Because ALL units or items purchased for resale must be accounted for in some manner, a Merchandise Distribution Sheet MUST be maintained by the sponsor when merchandise is to be sold by a number of student salespeople.The Sponsor should request a Monies Collection Envelope from the School Bookkeeper to consolidate the fundraising monies collections for depositing to the bookkeeper.Monies are to be turned in daily if over $200, and at least within three days, ALWAYS on Friday and before any breaks. The school Bookkeeper will issue an official receipt each time fundraising monies are turned in with the Monies Collection Envelope.Sponsors MUST retain the receipts issued by the school Bookkeeper. The receipts can be used in completing the Fundraising Financial Report or Statement of Revenue and Expenditures.Ten days after the conclusion of the sale, the Fundraising Financial Report must be completed by the sponsor and verified by the school Bookkeeper and retained by the school Bookkeeper for auditing purposes.ALL merchandise sold by a school or school organization is TAXABLE unless specifically exempt. Some exempt items are: * Yearbooks/Memory books * Textbooks/Workbooks* Newspapers * School or student publications (i.e. Literary magazines)* School lunches COMPLETING THE FUNDRAISING FINANCIAL REPORTThe Fundraising Financial Report is required to be completed at the end of a sale where units or items are sold as a one-time sale. Using the receipts issued by the School Bookkeeper for monies deposited and identified as fundraising monies is very useful in completing the report.plete the top portion of the Financial Report completely.2.The second portion of the form MUST be completed in its entirety. This section of the report is based on TOTAL NUMBER OF UNITS (ITEMS) AVAILABLE FOR SALE information taken from Vendor’s Invoice.3.It is VERY IMPORTANT all units (items) must be accounted for either as sales, returns, damaged, remaining in inventory, etc.4.The Fundraising Financial Report is to be signed by the Sponsor, and returned to the School Bookkeeper (who will verify the figures with the organization’s fund account information.)5.The Principal is required to sign the Fundraising Financial Report.6.School Bookkeeper will retain the Fundraising Financial Report for audit along with any applicable information.7.Any items not returned by a student salesperson MUST be documented with a student obligation.Any items given away must be documented with a signed sheet indicating description andsignature of receiver.ALL FUNDRAISER FORMS ARE LOCATED IN BOOKKEEPER’S OFFICEGRADING PROCEDURESGrading informs the parents/guardians and rewards the student for the progress or achievement accomplished. Grades should reveal to the parents and the student his/her strong and weak points and should also encourage a student to greater effort. Teachers are to have two grades per week entered into Pinnacle. Grades are to be entered in a timely manner (weekly) so that the information is current and relevant. The groundwork for nine-week grades must be carefully laid long before the report cards go home. The following suggestions for effective grading criteria will contribute to effective reporting to parents.a. Frequent home communication regarding grades is most importantb. A minimum of two grades per week is recommended per quarter.c. Varying methods of evaluation (class work, tests, quizzes, oral reports, projects, notebooks, class participation, homework, etc.) must be used.d. Validity and appropriateness of instrument used for evaluation must be taken into account when assigning grades (i.e. time provided may not be sufficient, test questions may be confusing, etc.)e. Grades must be weighted according to department objectives and scale.f. Grades should be given according to individual student abilities as well as to level of class.g. Flexibility must be used in assigning letter grades.h. Marking the work habits and attitudes on the report card make the grade more meaningful and complete.i. Accurate records are most import to document grades and comments given (i.e., progress reports, referrals to guidance, administration, attendance).j. Marking the conference request column is an effective way to enlist parent involvement.k. After the interim, (1) if a student drops two or more letter grades, (2) if the student's behavior declines to where he/she would be receiving a U, (3) if the student drops to a D or F, you must notify the parent. Please document your contacts.CHANGING OF GRADESIf a teacher needs to change the nine-week grade of a student see the data processor for a change of grade form. Complete the form and then see an administrator for approval.All incomplete grades and grade changes must be completed two (2) weeks prior to the end of the following marking period. You must see your Administrator for end of the year grade changes. Please know that grade changes at the end of the year (whether up or down) create real problems if not done properly and with full communication between teachers, parents, students, counselors, and administration. See your grade level Counselor or Administrator immediately for advice.SCHOOL GUIDELINES FOR MARKING “N’s and U’s” IN CITIZENSHIPRationales – It is the responsibility of Teachers, Counselors, and Administrators to use every means at their disposal to teach students to be mannerly and obedient to those in authority and cooperative with their teachers and fellow students. A student receiving an “N” or “U” should have had prior parent contact regarding their ‘needs improvement’ or ‘unsatisfactory” behavior prior to receiving the conduct grade.GUEST SPEAKERSThe use of guest speakers in the classroom can be a valuable and rewarding experience for all concerned. Prior to inviting a guest speaker to the classroom, teachers must submit an INTENT TO INVITE A GUEST SPEAKER form (See Appendix) for approval to the appropriate Assistant Principal. Guest speakers are to be scheduled by the individual teacher after receiving approval from administration. Guest MUST be on the Superintendent’s Screening Committee List. All guests MUST sign in and out upstairs with the Office Manager.Following the presentation, the sponsoring teacher should send a letter of appreciation.An Administrator and the Principal must approve all correspondence in the name of the school or on school letterhead.GUIDANCE SERVICESIt is the philosophy of the Broward County Schools that guidance is the process of helping every student, through his/her own efforts, discover and develop his/her best talents for his/her personal happiness and social usefulness. It is the effort to develop further in the student a desire and ability to think and act in the best interest of himself/herself and society.The role of the Guidance Office at Forest Glen Middle School is to encourage students to achieve a positive self-concept; give support to individuals struggling with their problems; and be a good listener to student concerns.There are counselors and a registrar available to help teachers utilize techniques which foster in students a positive self-concept and promote emotional, social, physical, and intellectual development.Helping to facilitate academic progress of students is the major thrust of the guidance program. Withdrawals – when you receive a withdrawal notice from a student please handle immediately. Please make sure your records are updated and recordings are correct. Referrals to Counselors should be placed on a referral form and the Counselor will see the student as soon as possible. Please DO NOT send the student to wait for a Counselor unless it is an emergency. Grades will be sent to teachers for the students who enroll during the grading period. These grades can be averaged proportionately with the grade the student receives in your class. Grades may also be obtained from data processing. Notify Guidance and the Attendance Office if a student has missed four (4) of your classes.HALL PASSESStudents excused during classes must be issued a designated pass signed by the teacher concerned, noting the time of departure and the destination. The student should return to class with the pass initiated by the person with whom they had spoken and the time of departure. Students are not to be allowed to enter another teacher’s room without a note or pass stating the reason for the interruption. Under no circumstances should a child be sent outside the class area or be barred from the class as a means of discipline.Students participating in a club activity which requires for them to enter the school building before school starts, MUST have a pass issued to them. The pass must be specific to the student and indicate the date, time, and location.HOMEWORK PROCEDURES REGARDING STUDENT ABSENCESThe Broward County Attendance Policy states that students have two (2) school days to make-up time for each day missed. This policy allows sufficient time for students to make up the missing work. Work that was previously assigned is due when the student returns to school. It is the policy for RMS that class work assignments for students absent less than three days will be given when the student returns to school.HEALTH SERVICESClinic Operation:To maintain smooth operations, please consider the following:1. Students, who become ill at school, except in the case of an emergency, need to complete a clinic form (Refer to Appendix), which is sent to the student services office. THE STUDENT WILL REMAIN IN THE CLASSROOM. 2. The office contacts the parent. If the parent is able to arrange for pick-up, the student will be escorted to the office when the parent or guardian is present to sign out the student.3. If pick-up is not available, the student WILL REMAIN IN CLASS.4. Students are NOT permitted in the clinic between classes.5. In case of emergencies, immediately call for an Assistant municable Diseases: The policy for re-entering school following a communicable disease requires that a student who has been ill with a contagious disease shall not be allowed to return to school except with the written permission of a physician.Medication:School Board Policy 6305 states, “School personnel shall not administer medication to any student”. However, there are cases, which require dispensing medication. In this event, the Broward County Health Department will authorize the administering and/or dispensing of medicine by school personnel only under the following conditions:1.There exists a long-term or chronic illness or disability that requires maintenance-type medicine where failure to take prescribed medication could jeopardize the student’s health and when the medication schedule cannot be adjusted to provide for administration at home.2.There is a written treatment plan on file, signed by a licensed physician. (Refer to Appendix)3.There is a signed parent consent on file.4.The medicine shall be administered and/or dispensed by the delegated person in charge, an Assistant Principal or the Principal.5.All medicine shall be properly labeled (name of child, name of prescribing physician, name of drug, and directions) and shall not exceed the dosage required for one day.6.The school must provide secured storage facilities.7.If the prescribed medication is to be given for more than a three-month period, Health Department personnel will contact the physician every three months to verify continuation.8.A student with authorized medication must turn it in to their Assistant Principal, upon arrival at school.HOMEWORKOn or before the first day students report to school, all teachers must:1.Discuss homework plans with Department Chairpersons.2.Submit to the designated Assistant Principal, for approval, a letter to parents explaining specific homework policies.3.Upon approval, the letters are to be sent home with the students during the first week of school.Hard and fast rules concerning homework are difficult. However, there are many positive aspects of homework. When assigned intelligently and creatively, homework serves as:a. Reinforcement of skillsb. Enhancement of skillsc. Communication between the school and homeTherefore, consider the following:1.Homework is not to be assigned as punishment under any circumstances. Home assignments are to evolve from real needs and a consideration of the total experiences of students.2.Homework assignments are to be carefully made and the teacher is to follow-up the assignment by integrating the materials into the daily classroom procedure. All homework is to be checked or graded and returned to the student.3.A clear and concise explanation as to the contents of the assignment is to be made clear at the time of the assignment.4.Homework is not to be “busy work” or to be used to replace or reduce supervised study.A copy of all class and homework assignments is to be posted in a conspicuous place, accessible to the students. Students who have been absent are to be encouraged to check the posted assignments in order to do make-up work.IDENTIFICATION BADGESIdentification badges or visitor badges are required when working or visiting Forest Glen Middle School. Employees who regularly visit schools are required to wear identification or visitor badges. Always be sure to check in at the school/department main office when you are visiting a school board location.INSERVICEThe following steps are to be followed for all TDA/Workshop requests.Teacher chooses a workshop. Workshops will be posted on ESS.Teacher completes a Temporary Duty Assignment (TDA) to request approval from the principal at least two (2) weeks before workshop date.After receiving notification from Mrs. Bolte that the request is approved, the teacher registers for the workshop on ESS.Teacher procures a substitute for date(s) of absence.After attending a workshop, you must complete the on-line appraisal form in order to receive your points.To view a copy of your inservice log on to ESS.Teachers should keep an inservice file and keep all records/forms given and/or returned from HRD. At least once a year, crosscheck your inservice record with your file to be sure that all points were awarded and there are no errors. This is the teacher's responsibility. After one year from attendance in a workshop, HRD will not make any error corrections.Please see the inservice facilitator if you should need help in reference to any inservice issues such as registration, recertification, basic/advanced incentives, conference/convention inservice credit, application for inservice funding.INSTRUCTIONAL OUTLINE? Warm-Up Activity 3 – 5 Minutes? Homework Review5 – 10 MinutesInside-Outside CirclesRoundtablePairs-Check Think-Pair-ShareTeam InterviewMix-Freeze-GroupGraffitoSend a Problem? State & Explain Objectives2 - 3 Minutes? Present New Material20 – 25 Minutes? Interactive LectureCD-Rom? Socratic SeminarVideotape (Administrative Approval)? InquiryDirected Reading Activity Lecture? Inductive ThinkingPower Point Presentation? Guided Practice/Learning Check 5 - 10 Minutes? Independent Practice with Corrective Feedback5 – 10 Minutes? Re-teach5 – 10 Minutes? Ending Review/Closure 5 – 10 MinutesINTERIM REPORTSInterims are issued to all students mid-way between quarters for progress notification to parents.Positive ProgressFailing (be aware of long term reports or projects)A drop of two or more letter grades from the last report cardUnacceptable behaviorExcessive absencesISSUING AN INTERIMInterims are issued directly to the student during the fifth week of each quarter (mid-way through the quarter). The interims are generated by Pinnacle.Teachers keep a class list generated through Pinnacle.The Guidance Department accesses interims through Pinnacle.A. Sixth period teacher must expedite student/parent signature of interim and collect back after sending interim home (expectation is that it is returned within three days with signature for any student with a D or F grade). Teacher retains signed interims for balance of school year. Any unsigned parent returned forms/interims are noted in teacher record with balance of other signed parent interims for potential future reference. B. If sixth period teacher cannot produce proof of grade warning or drop at a later time of the year (example: warning that a grade dropped to a D or F), guidance counselor or office personnel may need to recommend readjusting a later subsequent grade upward in the absence of this necessary ‘proof’ to the parent.ITEMS THAT DO NOT BELONG AT SCHOOLIf you take an item (iPod, phone, etc.) from a student, please secure it until you can bring it to the administration secretary labeled with the student’s name. Do NOT keep the item in your room overnight.Balloons – Please have the student bring all balloons to the Office 105 where they will remain until the end of the day.INTERNAL SUSPENSIONStudents may be assigned one to two days of Internal Suspension for discipline violations. Assignments from the classes will be provided that are missed while in internal suspension. Students will be marked present in school and will receive credit for their completed assignments. Should the student be absence on the assigned day, he/she will be placed in Internal Suspension on the day of return to school. When necessary, there is also the flexibility to provide interventions on an hour-by-hour basis in Internal Suspension.When a student is placed in Internal Suspension, the parents or guardians will be notified by phone by the appropriate staff member.Students will be provided with a behavior modification strand designed to develop skills, which will assist them in making positive behavior choices.If a student does not adhere to established rules or does not take advantage of the intervention provided in Internal Suspension, it will be necessary for the child to be externally suspended from school for a period of time determined by an administrator in accordance with the Discipline Matrix.Students who are placed in Internal Suspension on a recurring basis, will be referred to the Child Study Team to ensure student success. Parents will be kept informed on a continuing basis.JOB DESCRIPTIONSThe following list is on file in the Principal’s office: Counselor, Club Sponsor, Department Chairperson, ESE Specialist, Guidance Director, Team Leader, and Teacher. The job descriptions are available for your review.KEYSAll personnel are given a key to the classroom(s) in which they are scheduled. DUPLICATION OF SCHOOL KEYS IS A VIOLATION OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY AND STATE LAW AND IS NOT ALLOWED. Teachers will be required to pay for their lost keys.LATE ARRIVALSAnyone staff member who anticipates arriving late to work must notify Mrs. Bolte at (754) 322-3412 and sign-in with her upon arrival at school.LEAVING CLASSES UNATTENDEDSchools and personnel may be held liable and charged with negligence. It is mandatory that classes not be left unattended. If an emergency arises which necessitates your leaving the classroom, another teacher must be secured to cover your class. Please contact administration immediately.LEAVING SCHOOL GROUNDSStaff members may NOT permit students to leave school grounds for any reason without specific permission. This permission can only be granted by the administration, with parental approval. Staff members shall not leave the campus during the school day without the specific authority of the principal or his designee. After receiving approval, staff members will sign out in the Office Manager’s office when leaving and sign in when they return.LESSON PLANSThere is general agreement that the best teaching is well planned in advance. In order that the program may not be interrupted by an unavoidable absence of the instructor, all teachers are asked to be uniform with their lesson plans in the following way:Cover: Teacher’s name and teacher number and the school year.Inside Front Cover: Letter to the substitute teacher listing standard class procedures and the name of students who can be relied on for help in each class, as well as other pertinent information.Schedule of classes, including grade, course and number, and room numbers, with bell schedule. List texts used in each class.Each teacher is required to keep his lesson plans completed one week in advance. Lesson plans must be available for Principal, Assistant Principal, or Department Chair (or designee) when they visit classes or check plans periodically.Format of daily lesson plans will evolve from the department and guidelines will be agreed upon as set forth by the Department Chairperson.Emergency lesson plans for substitute teachers should be available. You must store five days worth of emergency plans with your department head on or before August 23rd. Once your plans become depleted, restore five more days to department head in a timely way.All lesson plans must include the following:Documentation and incorporation of the Florida StandardsDocumentation of ESOL StrategiesDocumentation of ESE accommodationsDifferentiation between advanced, regular and intensive courses and instructional strategies should be documentedINSTRUCTIONAL FOCUS CALENDARS: Each department has been provided an Instructional Focus Calendar (IFC) by the district. Department heads disseminate the IFC’s to the teachers and it is the expectation that teachers adhere to the pacing provided in the IFC’s. The IFC’s are to be maintained in the classroom in the clear plastic sleeve by the door. COMMON BOARD CONFIGURATION (DASH): In order to provide students with a predictable environment that sets the expectation for learning on a daily basis, all classroom teachers will have a common board configuration in one area of the whiteboard. This configuration will be referred to as D.A.S.H.D - stand for DATE.A - stands for AGENDA and outlines what activities the class will be doing that day.S - stands for STUDENT FRIENDLY OBJECTIVE which details what the students will be learning that day or what they should be able to do by the end of class. H - stands for HOMEWORK.LONG DISTANCE CALLSLong Distance calls can only be made from the designated phones. A form must be filled out for each call. Telephone calling cards must be used for emergency personal long distance calls.LUNCH PROCEDURESPlease go over these lunch rules with your classes:All teachers must escort their students in an orderly line to and from the cafeteria.They will enter the main doors and exit the rear door.Students must sit at their assigned table and wait to be directed to line up.All students will have assigned tables.Students are responsible for cleaning their eating area.Teachers will pick up their students from lunch table at the designated time.The administrator on duty will dismiss students as their teacher arrives.Restrooms are to be used by students after obtaining permission from an adult.Visiting other tables, changing seats, and wandering around is prohibited.We believe that there is a direct relationship between social adjustment and academic progress. Please stress to your classes the expectations of cleanliness, polite behavior, and respect for others. This will ensure pleasant eating conditions.Students who display unacceptable actions, such as dropping and/or leaving trash on the floor and tables, running, poking, punching, skipping the line, taking other students’ food or belongings, inappropriate language, or demonstrating rude behavior/attitude will be disciplined accordingly. Students that throw food or other objects will be externally suspended from school.MAILBOXESTeacher mailboxes are located in the Staff Planning Room and they should be checked immediately upon arriving at school and at least once more during the school day. Students may not enter the mailroom or be given mail from your mailbox – confidential information about students may be in the mailbox. Teachers should also check their CAB inboxes before school, midday, and before leaving home. Parent response should be made that same day whenever possible.MAIL – INTERSCHOOL (PONY)Carrier service (the pony) is provided to transport reports, communications, and supplies to and from all the county departments and from school to school. Mail is delivered and picked up from the front office at approximately 10:30am on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. This mail service may be used for school business only. Other use of the service is in violation of Board Policy and Federal laws.MASTER CALENDARAll school functions must be placed on the master calendar. Approval for placements is to be given by the Assistant Principal, Mrs. Osborne. Submission of events to be placed on the Master Calendar is to be done on the calendar request form, which is available in the staff handbook. (Refer to Appendix) Submit the completed form to Mrs. Osborne.MEDIA CENTER PROCEDURESForest Glen Middle School Media Center’s resources and services will be available to students, teachers, staff, and parents – Monday through Friday from 9:05 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., excluding holidays. Extended hours to be discussed by the Media Staff.CLASS OR GROUP ACCESSTeachers may reserve time to bring their classes to the Media Center for research or to select books. A calendar is posted in the Media Center’s office and scheduling may be done with the Media Specialist. Forest Glen teachers should come prepared to be an active participant in their student’s research. They are responsible for monitoring behavior, putting things in order and dismissing students at the end of the class period. Teachers should not leave the Media Center during a scheduled class period unless they have discussed coverage with the Media Center’s staff.Substitute teachers will not send or bring students to the Media Center. Alternate plans should be available for substitutes in the event that you happen to be absent on a scheduled Media Center day.INDIVIDUAL STUDENT ACCESSStudents must have an individual Media Pass to enter or exit during the school day. Each teacher may send a maximum of three students to the center at any given time. To exceed this number, teachers must plan with the Media Center staff. Students must return to their class prior to end of each period. A student who continuously demonstrated inappropriate behavior while in the Media Center will be sent back to class. A note will be emailed to the sending teacher.ACTIVITY ACCESSActivities and meetings that are held in the Media Center must be scheduled with the Media Specialist and placed on the school calendar. The person scheduling will generally be responsible for seeing that all materials used are removed and the Media Center left in proper order.ACCESSING MATERIALSStudents will be allowed to check out two books for a period of two weeks with a renewal option. A list of students with overdue books will be placed in the teachers’ mailboxes monthly. Teachers can check out books for a thirty (30) day period with an option to renew. Reference materials will not be circulated to students, but teachers working on special projects may arrange for classroom use for a limited time.AUDIO VISUAL EQUIPMENTCHECK OUTClassrooms will be permanently assigned one television set. Additional equipment such as DVD’s, overhead projectors, film strip cassettes, slide projectors and cassette recorders will be either assigned by teacher request or available for daily check out. Language masters and listening stations will be permanent check out items but may be limited based on fair distribution to meet the needs of the staff. Video camcorders must be reserved in advance on a first-come, first-served basis.LAMP REPLACEMENTTeachers must bring the equipment to the Media Center to have the lamp replaced by the Media Center staff.REPAIR AND SECURITYReturn all equipment in need of repair to the Media Center. An equipment repair form should be filled out by teacher and attached to all equipment needing repair. If a replacement is available it can be loaned on a temporary basis. Equipment manuals are on file in the Media Center and can be checked out for use by teachers. Please store equipment as securely as possible and report any missing equipment to the Media Center as Soon as possible. Students are not allowed to move large equipment such as televisions, opaque projectors, or 16mm projectors. Teachers must transfer these items around the campus. Students are not allowed to reserve or transport video equipment or video recorders. The reserving teacher must do this procedure.SCHOOL BASED SERVICES FOR TEACHERS AND STAFFMEDIA CENTER: To check out equipment, forms are located in the Media Center. Teachers may sign-up to bring their classes at the circulation desk in the Media CenterThe Media Staff offers numerous production services. The staff time required for production may at times limit these services; however, advice and assistance are always available. Work order slips for all production services are available in the Media Center Office and should be used by staff members when requesting production services.The Media Center Staff will do laminating on an as needed basis.Requests for materials and equipment are always welcomed. (Use proper form attached). These are purchased throughout the year as funds become available. First priority is given to items that have been previewed or professionally reviewed and that meet assessed needs in the collection.Supplies such as audio and videotapes, transparency materials, and projection pens are available in limited supply. Teachers using extensive amounts of these will need to place orders through the bookkeeping office. A sign-out sheet is located at each equipment area.VIDEOS, DVD, AND FILMSSBBC AUDIO-VISUAL POLICY POSTED ON CAB IN THE CONFERENCE ROOM, TEACHER TOOLBOX FOLDER. Any video, DVD, or film must be requested first from Administration for potential approval, one month prior to the film being shown. The request must also be made when using videos, DVDs, and films as sub plans.PARENT CONFERENCE GUIDELINESParent teacher conferences are an effective means of communication and problem solving and an integral part of effective teaching. These conferences should be scheduled in advance; the department head, team teachers, counselor, and/or a representative from the administration may be included in these conferences. Parent-teacher conferences are scheduled through the Guidance Department on Tuesdays and Thursdays.Parent Conference Summary Forms are located in the Guidance office and should be completed for each parent conference.Attendance is mandatory. All team members should be in the room waiting for the parent(s) as the host escorts them to the room. Bring a printout of the student’s grades, and be on time. Remain through the end of the conference to support your colleagues and the parents. If you are assigned morning duty, please speak first and dismiss yourself when it is time to report to your assigned duty post.If it is not possible for you to attend a scheduled parent conference, please do the following:Notify the grade level counselor.Given the Team Leader a printout of the student’s grades and a brief explanation of the following:Student’s current academic standingBehavior in classAny other pertinent information the parent should knowThe parent conference is to be an objective non-judgmental vehicle for diagnosing any difficulties and providing possible solutions to parents. The teacher’s part in the process is to provide objective academic and behavioral information. Please refrain from asking any personal or probing questions during this part of the conference. Simply provide the facts. Be careful not to be judgmental and find something positive to say about the student.Do not compare the student’s performance with others. Be careful not to mention the names of other students during the conference.Remember, the conference can be a tense, anxiety-producing situation for many parents. We want to make it as comfortable as possible and as positive an experience as possible. We want them to leave knowing the facts and what the student can do to improve.PARKINGThe parking lot is designated for staff and visitors' parking. No parking is permitted between the buildings. Please park in a designated parking spot not the grass.PARENT GROUPSForest Glen is fortunate to have active and supportive parent groups. Meetings of the Parent Teacher Association and the School Advisory Council will be conducted in the Media Center according to the pre-determined schedule and listed on the FGMS Master Calendar. Teachers are encouraged to support the efforts of these groups and attend any meetings of interest.PARENT NEWSLETTERNewsletters will be made available electronically every month. Each month, publication dates will be announced and items of interest will be requested from the staff. Coaches, club sponsors, parent groups, etc. can submit articles for the newsletter. All articles should be e-mailed in a final corrected form.PARTIESSchool parties are NOT permitted in the classroom during the day. All student parties are to be held after school. Arrangements must be made ahead of time with an administrator and custodial staff. PASSESStudents are not to be released from class without a pass. Teachers are to use the designated passes. Students are to sign in and out and in using the designated log. This eliminates the opportunity for students to wander through the building and enables you to monitor hall pass usage over time. Only one student per pass and only one student out of the room at a time.Students out of class without passes will be escorted back to their respective teachers for clarification of procedure.Do not delay or keep a student from another class unless previous arrangements have been made with the receiving teacher.The "10 and 10" rule is in effect at Forest Glen Middle School. No students are to be dismissed from class during the first ten minutes of class or the last ten minutes of class. PAYCHECKSYou must see Mrs. Bolte to pick up your paystub. Any inquiries about payroll need to be directed to Mrs. Bolte. DO NOT CALL PAYROLL YOURSELF.PERSONAL MAIL AND PHONE CALLSPlease have all personal mail delivered to your residence. Telephones in the school and offices are for school business only. Of course, it is understood that emergencies arise and you must either call or be called while at work. However, for purely personal messages, make other arrangements for calls during your workday.PHONESAll classrooms are equipped with phones. Personal and parent calls will not be placed into your classroom during instructional time. The office will use the intercom to call for students.NO long distance calls are to be made for personal reasons. School Board Policy 3201 states that any and all long distance telephone calls made shall be logged on a specific form. Long distance lines can be obtained for you from the Student Services Office.PLANNING AREAA planning area is available for individual, team and departmental planning, conferencing, and meals. The planning area should be maintained in an orderly manner. Teachers are encouraged to keep their personal areas clean and orderly. STUDENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED IN THE PLANNING AREA OR MAILBOX AREA!POLICIESAll personnel are encouraged to be familiar with the policies of the Broward County School Board. However, of particular importance to daily school operations are the following policies:5303Reporting Injuries, First Aide5301Discipline, Corporal Punishment5.2Attendance Responsibilities5.3Child Abuse6301Collection of Monies4008Teacher's Responsibilities4009Principal's Responsibilities6000.1 Standards of Service/Pupil ProgressionStaff members may review any School Board policies at: broward.k12.fl.us/sbbcpoliciesPRE-SCHOOL DUTYPlease be at your assigned duty post every morning at 9:05 am (per your duty schedule). Your duty takes precedence over everything. If you have a parent conference, please speak first so that you may participate in the conference and be on time for duty. PROPERTY DAMAGEWe must properly care for the school building and facilities. One of the most important lessons, which we hope our students will acquire, is thoughtful appreciation and careful use of public property.Teachers must be constantly alert to detect any defacing of desk tops, writing on walls, loosening of screws and bolts, etc., and report this immediately to an Administrator or Custodian. Each teacher is responsible for the area to which they are assigned; periodically survey the school plant and equipment to ensure everything is in working order and well-maintained. All members of the staff are to consider it their responsibility to report any incident of property damage by students or others, so that restitution can be gained and repairs made. This pertains to the damage of equipment, furniture or to the building proper.Florida School Law Section 231.09, Part 9, states that one duty of instructional personnel is to see that the school building and all things pertaining thereto are not unnecessarily defaced or injured. Please report to an administrator all individuals guilty of vandalizing or destroying school property.RAINY DAYSOn mornings when it rains, or the weather is otherwise inclement, students will be directed to the rotunda (7th & 8th) or gymnasium (6th). The team that has supervisory duty on the patio will report to the rotunda or and the others will report to the gymnasium (as usual) to monitor students.REFERRALSThe primary responsibility for maintaining classroom discipline rests with the teacher and should conform to the Broward County Code of Student Conduct Book. Student misbehavior and the resulting consequences are detailed in the Code of Student Conduct Book. Teachers are expected to attempt to correct the problem, using sound behavior management techniques before Guidance and Administrative referrals are written. Documentation of interventions must be noted in BASIS and parent contact must be made. Classroom and Behavior Management Training will be provided throughout the year as needed at Forest Glen Middle. If it is necessary to issue a referral to a student because of misbehavior during class changes, the student should be sent to their next class and the referral entered into BASIS. In cases of assault, fight or damage to school property during class changes, the front office shall be notified via intercom or phone and appropriate personnel will be immediately dispatched.REPORT CARDS, GRADES, PROMOTION/RETENTIONREPORTING STUDENT PROGRESS1. Progress Reports (Report cards): Progress reports are issued at the end of every nine weeks of school and cover a period of approximately 45 school days. Progress may not be withheld from students because of failure to pay dues, fees or charges for lost or damaged books or property.2. Interim reports: Not later than midway between marking periods, an interim report shall be sent to parents of students who are experiencing difficulty including, but not limited to, the following: failing, a drop of two or more grades, unacceptable behavior and excessive absences.3. Grading Scale for 6th, 7th, 8th Grades and for courses that earn high school credit: Student performance will be evaluated and reported based upon mastery of standards.The symbols to be used are:A Superior progress 90-100B+ Outstanding progress 87-89B Commendable progress 80-86C+ Above average progress 77-79C Average progress 70-76D+ Below average progress 67-69D Lowest acceptable progress 60-66F Failure 0-59I IncompletePROMOTION AND RETENTIONCURRICULUM, INSTRUCTIION AND ASSESSMENTPOLICY 6000.1STUDENT PROGRESSION PLANMIDDLE SCHOOL PROCEDURAL MANUALRefer to on-line Broward County School Board Policies teacher who needs to rehearse with a student group during the school day must plan this event in advance by submitting a Project Approval Form. Teachers should be given one-week notice of students being pulled out of class via e-mail along with a reminder email two days in advance. SCHEDULE CHANGESIf a student arrives at class with a schedule change:1.Initial the add or drop column of the schedule change form.2.Remove or add the student’s name to the class roll.3.If this student if being “dropped” from the roll, complete the grade transfer form. (Refer to Appendix). This completed form should be given to the receiving teacher at the end of the day.4. The last teacher on the schedule change returns the initialized form to the grade level counselor.SCHOOL SPIRITSchool Spirit means loyalty to the functions of Forest Glen Middle School via courtesy, pride, and good sportsmanship. Forest Glen's colors are Royal Blue and White. Spirit days for the staff and students are Fridays. You will want to model school spirit and wear your special Wildcat shirt or the school colors on Fridays.SECURITYAll visitors on campus must report to the reception desk. Visitors will be screened and issued an ID. Visitors will be escorted around campus at all times. Teachers should report to the office any person on campus that is not identified as a staff member or student.SECURITY / LOCKDOWN PROCEDURESForest Glen Middle School is protected by an electronic alarm system that is activated when the custodial staff leaves in the evening until the building is officially opened the following day. During school hours a sophisticated video surveillance system monitors the campus. Teachers and staff members are asked to notify the office immediately if they observe any trespassers or strangers on campus.ALL VISITORS ON CAMPUS MUST REPORT TO THE FRONT DESK IN THE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE.DISTRICT SECURITY CODESCODE RED: FULL LOCKDOWNNo movement in the building other than by police / fire officials and persons designated by themCODE YELLOW: LOCKDOWNLimited movement in the building other than by CRT members and others specifically authorized.CODE ORANGE: EVACUATIONAll persons leave the building according to established routes, or according to specific instructions provided by Command Post Coordinators. All fans, lights, etc… are turned off in Code Orange Evacuation.CODE BLACK: BOMB THREATKey Issue: Electrical signals may trigger explosive devices.Turn off all walkie-talkies, cell phones, pagers and radios immediately.Leave all lights, fans, etc… as they are, on or off.Use of P.A., bells, and tones may be discontinued.Depending upon the situation, CODE BLACK: BOMB THREAT will be followed by one or more of the following:Full lockdown CRT activation EvacuationFOREST GLEN MIDDLE SCHOOLLOCK DOWN PROCECURESThe following statement will be made: “This is Principal (or designee). Please initiate (Code Red (no movement) or Code Yellow (limited movement) lock down procedures.”TEACHEROnce the call is made, all teachers will take a quick look outside their door for students they recognize. If any students from your team are visible, bring them into the classroom. Any students who are out on passes should report to the nearest available classroom and stay there until the “all clear” is called. During class exchange, if a perpetrator is visible, bring as many students as possible into your classroom. Immediately lock all doors to the classroom. Take a physical count of all students at the time of the call. Turn out all lights, close the blinds, and keep everyone away from the classroom windows during a CODE RED. Quickly take an assessment of the students. After reassuring them that things are under control, tape or place your green/red card in the window closest to the door so security personnel can see it. A RED card or the absence of a card indicates trouble. Your room will be searched. GREEN indicates that all is well. THERE IS NO TALKING AT ANY TIME!! It must appear as if no one is in the room. ADMINISTRATIONPrincipal (or designated representative) is to stay in the Principal’s Office at all times, as that becomes the command center. All announcements are to come from Principal. Principal will contact local authorities, OSPA, and S.I.U. to inform them of the situation on campus. Mrs. Osborne will disarm the bell system and then take over as the Office Manager from the Guidance side of the office in the conference room. Mrs. Osborne is to relay all contact to principal via the phone.Mrs. Barnett is to lock the front door of the office, ensure that everyone in this area is out of sight behind a locked door with lights out. Mrs. Barnett is then to go and assist Mrs. Bolte. Mr. Ponder, SRO, Mr. Morris, Mr. Cendan, and Mr.Colon will conduct an efficient security sweep of the entire school, making radio contact once each section is complete. Mr. T (Mr. Jackson) will be posted at the front entrance of the school to stop anyone from coming in or out until relieved by Coral Springs Police Department personnel. P.E. Once Echo 1 receives the call, if the students are in the gym they are to go as quickly as possible out the back door of the gym and into their locker rooms. The teacher will take a physical count of the students and wait for Alpha 2 to call. If on the field, the students are to be escorted to the softball field behind the school. Again, take a physical count of all the students and do not allow any students into the community. CAFETERIAIf the call is given and students are in the cafeteria, all students are to be escorted to the back hallway with the curtains closed. THERE IS TO BE NO TALKING. If possible, the cafeteria doors are to be locked. No student is to go into the back hallway or in sight of the outside main hallway. MEDIA CENTERIf the call is made the Media staff and teachers will have all the students get against the wall, out of sight of all windows as quickly as possible. THERE IS TO BE NO TALKING. All doors are to be locked by the Media staff. All lights are to be turned out. HALLWAYSDuring class change when students are in the hallway, they must comply with the teacher’s order to come into the room. FACE-TO-FACE ENCOUNTER WITH AN INDIVIDUAL CARRYING A WEAPON. Always try to avoid direct contact with any individual who is brandishing a weapon, threatening someone with a weapon, or who has already used a weapon to injure another individual. If possible, observe and monitor the person’s actions from a safe distance. If communication becomes necessary, try to stay in a position of safety. However, if you are forced into a face-to-face situation, follow these guidelines: Never try to confront or have a confrontation with the individual. Try to make a mental note if there are signs of substance abuse (red eyes, slurred speech, impaired motor coordination). Try to keep yourself and the other children safe by empathizing with the individual. Keep reassuring them that there is a better way. Avoid abrupt or quick movements and keep a non-intimidating distance. ESTABLISHNG A CRISIS EMERGENCY REPONSE TEAM (CERT) The team will meet twice a semester to review emergency plans. The following security personnel and select designees will be on the CERT team: Mr. Forsman, SRO, Mr. Ponder, Mr. Morris, Mr. Funk, and Mr. Kendrick. Mr. Auger, Crisis Manager, and the Guidance Director, will be responsible for debriefing the CERT Team and calling the proper authorities for any students traumatized during the situation. SELF-REPORTING RULE (Reference Policy #2405)All personnel shall self-report, in writing, to the Executive Director of Professional Standards and Special Investigative Unit within forty-eight (48) hours of any arrests, citations, charges involving the abuse of a child, the sale and/or possession of a controlled substance, or charges involving Sexual Misconduct, Sexual Battery, Possession (including e-mail transmissions) or Sale of Pornography Involving Minors, and Sexual Relations with students. Such notice shall not be considered an admission of guilt nor shall such notice be admissible for any purpose in any proceeding, civil or criminal, administrative, or judicial.All personnel holding a Commercial Driver’s (CDL) License, as a condition of employment, shall self-report in writing, within forty-eight (48) hours any citations, arrests, or charges involving driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI). In addition, all persons shall self-report, in writing, within forty-eight (48) hours, any conviction, finding of guilt, withholding of adjudication, commitment to a pretrial diversion intervention program, or entering a plea of guilty or nolo contendere for any criminal offense other than minor traffic violations. DUI and DWI are not considered minor and must be reported.SMOKINGForest Glen Middle School and the Scholl Board of Broward County are designated as “Tobacco-Free Environment”. No student, employee, volunteer, contractor or school visitor is permitted to use tobacco products of any kind or electronic cigarettes at any time in, on or during the following:Any building, facility, school grounds, property or vehicle owned, leased, chartered or rented by the District, including but not limited to, District offices, athletic/practice fields, playgrounds, parking lots, and administrative offices. The policy does not apply to school bus stops located away from District property.SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PROGRAMA brief DescriptionStudents who have articulation, fluency, voice, or language disorders may be eligible for the program. Articulation, fluency, and voice disorders are usually easily identified. These students have difficulty speaking clearly or smoothly, or demonstrate vocal abuse. However, language disorders are more subtle. Behavior characteristics of language deficient children include:Children with deficient oral language having difficulty learning new vocabulary; they learn in specific contexts and are unable to generalize.Multiple meanings of words may confuse these children.Word definitions or explanations of similarities are poor.Word finding problems are common.Verbal expression is poor; they talk around the subject never come to the point, and use vague terms.These children are unable to make inferences or draw appropriate conclusions.Written and oral grammatical errors are common.Interpretation of and responses to social situations frequently inappropriate; these children are unable to process rapid conversation and frequent topic shifts. They tend to monopolize conversation.Middle school students need to be taught strategies rather than specific content. They are then able to generalize basic skills across situations, settings, and curricula. Emphasis is on how to learn rather than specific content and what to learn.To be considered for speech/language services, the student must have written permission from his parent or guardian for testing. A battery of tests is given, and those who qualify for the program are recommended for speech or language therapy. Broward County has written guidelines stating the scores students must receive on these tests to be eligible for therapy. After all testing is completed; a staffing committee meets to discuss the student’s problem. If the student is enrolled in the Speech/Language Program, an Individualized Education Plan is designed for the student.STAFF DEVELOPMENTTo ensure quality education and to promote professional growth, school-based staff development programs are to be provided. With staff input, the Staff Development Committee plans, develops, and implements training programs. All staff development is posted monthly. It is the responsibility of all staff to ensure that they attend the training as required by their PGP and the principal.STUDENT ACCIDENTSBoard PolicyWhen a student is injured on school property, the teacher or person in charge may render such aid as is advisable under the circumstances and within the limits of his knowledge for treatment of such injury. The administration and parents are to be notified immediately. After the student has been treated or placed under competent care, a written report must be made.B. Accident ProcedureIn the event of serious or extensive injury, the teacher to whom the student is assigned, or in the event that injury occurs when the student is not under specific teacher observation – the first teacher upon the scene shall adhere to the following procedures:DO NOT move the injured studentRender first aid ONLY if necessaryNotify the Administration by the most expedient and practical method possible.Give student’s name and grade.Give possible extent of injury.An accident form must be filled out in the Administrative office whether the student has school insurance or not. THIS MUST BE DONE ON THE DAY OF THE ACCIDENT AND AS SOON AS PRACTICAL AFTER THE ACCIDENT. The teacher who was in charge or witnessed the accident (as soon as possible after the accident occurs) complete this form. The insurance company will not honor claims unless this form has been completed.If a teacher is negligent in the performance of his/her duties, there is no legal power, which will protect him/her from the consequences of negligence. However, if a teacher exercises due care to foresee harmful consequences and provides reasonable safety measures, the burden of proof of negligence is placed on the accuser. The courts have upheld teachers who exercised reasonable care in handling students under their supervision.There are no statutes in Florida, which grant immunity to teachers from suits for injuries sustained by pupils. However, the courts have interpreted the law to mean that a teacher is not liable for injuries to a pupil unless the teacher is negligent in his/her duty. There appears to be no record of Florida cases in which damages have been awarded to a student for an injury(ies) occurring while under the jurisdiction of a teacher.The best course of action for any teacher to take is to follow known safety rules. One should instruct his/her students as to the best way of carrying out a specific assignment. One should exercise reasonable precaution in the performance of regular school duties whether they are in the classroom, on the playground, or on a field trip. In other words, teachers should use sound judgment and exercise initiative.STUDENT ATHLETE ELIGIBILITY PROCEDURESStudents must maintain a 2.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale to take part in any interscholastic extracurricular school or district activity during the following forty-five (45) day marking period; in addition, students must pass at least five classes.Grades and conduct marks are to be checked weekly during the interscholastic season in which the student is participating.If a student fails to achieve either criterion, the student will be ineligible to represent the school for a period of one (1) week. The student will continue to be ineligible until both criteria are met.Students will be allowed to practice with the team during the period of ineligibility. If a student was retained the previous year, he/she cannot participate.STUDENT BEHAVIORSHALLWAYStudents will follow directions of all staff.Students must have a pass when in the hallway during class time. The student’s “Binder Reminder” is to be used for passes and should include the time, destination, and teacher signature. Only one student should be permitted to leave the classroom at a time.Students will walk in the hallway at all times.Students must have a pass to enter the building before 9:10 am.Students are not allowed in the building or in a classroom without adult supervision.10/10 Rule – No students are permitted in the hallway the first and last 10 minutes of class.CAFETERIAStudents will follow directions of all staff.Student must keep hands, body, and objects to themselves.Students throwing food or other objects will be Externally Suspended.Students must put all trash in the proper receptacles.Students are to remain seated at their assigned table unless directed otherwise.Students will not leave the cafeteria without a pass.STUDENT DISMISSALNo teacher has the authority to give a class/group permission to go to the bus loading area until the end of the day bell sounds. Teachers are responsible for their students until the last bell sounds.No teacher is permitted to keep a class in his/her room after the final bell has rung. Students must report to the bus loading area on time.STUDENT DRUG INVOLVEMENTInforming parents of their son/daughter’s possible drug involvement:This is a recommended procedure to inform parents that a specific behavior exhibited by their son/ daughter would merit careful examination, by family and by the family doctor, to explore possible medical problems or possible drug involvement. The procedures deal with the following two circumstances:Student has observable symptoms or behavior: Staff member submits referral to Guidance/Administration describing the behavior. If original referral is substantiated by these follow-up observations, the parents are called to come to school for a conference. North Central Area Substance Abuse Coordinator may also be consulted and asked to do an assessment and participate in the conference. At this conference, the parents and the Guidance/Administration personnel will:Describe and discuss the behavior in question – at school and at home.Discuss possible reasons for the behavior.Identify specific resource people or community agencies that could be of assistance if it is determined that a referral is in order.A follow-up conference may be in order to make adjustments in the student’s progress.Student confides in school personnel that he/she is using drugs or has a drug problem. Staff member will: Listen to the student and inform a Counselor and/or Administrator.Under no circumstances should a staff member discuss students involved in drug usage in the classroom.STUDENT SERVICES To ensure smooth operations and effective programming, school-based support services are provided. Support Services personnel are:Assistant PrincipalsPsychologistGuidance CounselorsReading CoachDepartment ChairpersonsSchool Resource OfficerExceptional Student Education SpecialistSecurity SpecialistLiteracy CoachSocial WorkerTeachers are encouraged to make referrals on students who may need services. Refer to procedure for initiating an “RtI.” (Refer to Appendix)STUDENT DISMISSALNo teacher has the authority to grant a class/group permission to proceed to the bus loading area until the end of the day bell sounds. Teachers are responsible for their students until the last bell sounds.No teacher is permitted to keep a class in his/her room after the final bell has rung. Students must report to the bus loading area on time. STUDENT SUPERVISIONGENERAL—Teachers are to supervise students whenever and wherever they are seen except on their 30-minute duty free lunch. Every teacher will be responsible for every student while students are in school or during activities, e.g. all halls, entrances, exits, patios, and between buildings/portables.COVERING CLASSES—Occasionally, it is necessary for teachers to cover classes because of illness, field trips, or emergencies. All arrangements for class coverage must be approved by administration. COVERING DURING CLASS CHANGES—All teachers will stand outside their classroom doors or assume a visible location outside of their classroom to supervise students during class changes while keeping a watchful eye on the students in their classroom.LEAVING CLASSES UNATTENDED - It is mandatory that classes not be left unattended. If an emergency arises which necessitates your leaving the classroom, another teacher must be obtained to cover your class. Please contact administration immediately as they will provide for coverageSTUDENT’S VALUABLESIf a teacher confiscates or holds valuables or money belonging to a student, the teacher is liable by law for the return of same. Therefore, be sure to place confiscated items in a secure place until your can deliver the item to an administrator.SUBSTITUTE PROCEDURESSub SearchThe District is continuing to use SmartFind Express. This system is user friendly, and MUST be used by all instructional personnel. Your substitute teacher contact will provide information on the usage of the Sub Search System.ABSENCES SHOULD BE PUT INTO THE SYSTEM AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE BUT NO LATER THAN 8:35 A.M. Substitute Teacher ContactLori Bolte (754) 322-3412SUBSTITUTE CONTACT PERSONLog on to daily to secure a list of absent teachers, job numbers and substitute information. Arrange for substitutes in emergencies and other special time using the Sub Search System. Inservice teachers on the proper use of the Sub Search System.Maintain Substitute Daily Attendance slips and a substitute sign-in log. Supply the office manager a daily list of absent teachers and their substitutes. Assist office manager with substitute payroll.TEACHER PROCEDURESLog on to to secure a substitute and receive a job number. Be sure to keep a copy of the job number as the Substitute Teacher Contact may ask you for the job number.Use your reference sheet when entering an absence into the system. Please call in for a substitute as soon as you become aware of your absence. If a situation arises where you need to call in a substitute after 7 am, you must e-mail Pat Moran notifying her of your absence. Please include your job number in the e-mail. Only call the contact person if the computer is not on-line or in extreme emergency. It is imperative that you sign your certificate of absence within 24 hours upon your return to work and return it to the Substitute Teacher Contact.Leave SUBSTITUTE GUIDESHEET, lesson plans, roll books or class lists, seating charts, and necessary materials on your desk or with grade level secretary.Notify the substitute teacher contact person if you do not want a sub to return. Evaluation may be necessary.Give your department chairperson a copy of your emergency plans. Provide plans for two weeks.Update emergency plans at the beginning of each school year.DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSONS PROCEDURESDepartment Chairpersons are to maintain emergency subfolders. All emergency sub-folders should contain a SUBSTITUTE GUIDESHEET.PREPARING FOR SUBSTITUTESPROCEDURES FOR TEACHERSThe following procedures will be used by teachers to prepare for substitutes and to promote as good a day as possible for substitutes and students during a teacher’s absence from school.EMERGENCY ABSENCESThere is only one set of emergency plans, and except for the guide sheet and copies of class rolls, you will only need to use the information in those plans for an unexpected absence from school.All emergency plans should be on file with your Department Chairperson, by September 1st, and updated after each use.1.Leave plans with precise and practical structured directions. Leave class rosters, not your roll book.2.Identify textbook for each class by leaving teacher manuals on the desk or with the Department Chairperson.3. Create a substitute handbook and include in each teacher’s substitute folder. This handbook will reference essential information that the substitute will need to know to function on a daily basis in your place. Examples of some topics covered are: Bathroom Policy, Bell Schedule (regular day and Early Release day), seating charts, reliable students, staff members that can assist, etc. PLANNED ABSENCESUBSTITUTE PLANS1.Please be sure your substitute information sheet is attached to the front of your planning book. (If you have ever substituted for a teacher, you would know how important it is to know that teacher’s rules regarding restroom passes, the exact time and manner in which you go to lunch, etc. PLEASE INCLUDE THIS TYPE OF INFORMATION ON YOUR SHEET.Seating charts should be left for the sub. Put them in the front of the substitute information packet for the sub to follow. Please note what teacher the sub can get assistance.Note in the margin of your plan book what the academic level of the class is – AVERAGE – ADVANCED, and the title of the text being used. Any explanation or comments to the sub would be helpful. List the text used for each group in the front of your plan book.ALWAYS GIVE MORE WORK THAN YOU THINK THEY CAN COMPLETE. REMEMBER, THEY HAVE THE ENTIRE PERIOD TO DO THIS WORK.If you plan to give students a study sheet or handout of some type, attach a copy of the appropriate page of the plan book, and clearly note to the sub where copies are located, i.e., test or study sheet is located …Do NOT give busy work or work that is not going to be graded.Have your plans completed one full week in advance of your teaching. When you near the end of the week, if you have not accomplished your plans, indicate this in your plan book.The plans should be in sufficient detail that a sub could follow them. DO NOT PUT “study in book”. Instead, follow this example; in the text – Do questions 1, 3, 7, 9 on page 113, and so forth. Leave answers so sub can give assistance to students if necessary.Pay for a substitute is taken from the school’s budget. Each teacher is required to maintain a Substitute Folder (general instruction for your classroom), which will be placed in his/her desk where it can be easily located.965835-346710FOREST GLEN MIDDLE SCHOOLSUICIDE PREVENTION PLAN00FOREST GLEN MIDDLE SCHOOLSUICIDE PREVENTION PLANThe following plan has been adopted by Forest Glen Middle School as our Suicide Prevention Response Plan. This plan is to be followed by Forest Glen Middle School faculty and staff.A.If a student seems to be “at risk” (just talking about suicide directly or indirectly)ORIf a student is “high risk” (has attempted before, has a plan, has the availability to follow through with the plan, etc.), do not leave the student alone.Refer the student to the grade level administrator or the suicide prevention designee, Mrs. Barbato, immediately!The counselor/designee will take the following steps:Speak with the student.Evaluate the seriousness of the situation.Contact and notify the parent.Depending on the particular situation, stay with or arrange for the student to stay with an adult (administrator, SRO, etc.) until the parent arrives.If parent refuses to respond, contact HRS.Document all steps taken.B. Suicide Attempt At SchoolIf a student attempts suicide during school hours, the following course of action will be utilized.Never leave the student alone. Notify an administrator immediately by calling the front office.The Resource Officer may be sent to assist the administrator.The administrator in charge will:Call the paramedics and police immediately if the situation is life threatening.Contact the student’s parent(s).If the parent(s) cannot be reached and the student has to be taken to the emergency room, an administrator or school designee should accompany the paramedics / police to the emergency room.The school-designated interventionist should:Follow up with the parents, admitting physician, etc., to establish that Intervention has taken rmation will be shared with appropriate school personnel on an as needed basis.Assist in the student’s transition back to school when appropriate.Document all steps taken.REMEMBER: Do not promise confidentiality to the student. Do not reassure the suicidal student that everything will be all right. Do not ignore the suicidal signals, threats, etc. Do not attempt to rescue to save the suicidal student by yourself. Remain calm.SUNSHINE COMMITTEEThe Sunshine Committee is composed of members of the faculty and staff to sponsor and promote faculty activities and special events. The committee collects dues at the beginning of the school year to finance their activities. School wide support of the Sunshine Committee is encouraged.SUPPLIESWe are in an unprecedented budget crunch and have had our budgets frozen for most of the previous two school years. Please share stored up supplies and/or work together to write grants, which can assist in providing additional funds for this purpose.SUPERVISION In accordance with Florida Statute 231.09, teachers “shall require pupils to observe personal cleanliness, neatness, order, promptness, and gentility of manner, avoid vulgarity and profanity, and cultivate in them habits of industry and economy, a regard for the rights and feelings of others and their own responsibilities and duties as citizens…shall see that the school building, and all things pertaining thereto, are not unnecessarily defaced or injured.”TDA PROCEDURESTDA’s must be completed and submitted to the Principal for approval in order to attend off campus school sponsored activities. Approval will depend on relativity of request to standard of service in teacher’s assigned teaching field. Priority will be given to teachers seeking to reinforce school’s accountability to standards. All TDA’s must be filled out completely with a copy of the workshop or trip information attached. Information regarding who will be paying for the trip and expected expenses must be included. If there is no money involved, please put 0’s so the auditor will know that you did not skip any lines. If reimbursements are due from internal accounts following a TDA, a reimbursement request and trip report must be filled out. Care must be taken in filling out the necessary forms. Be certain to designate A.M. or P.M. in the travel times and to fill in both expected and actual times of travel. Use particular care in verifying the number of meals for which reimbursement is expected. Any TDA taken during student contact time must be called into Sub-Central. * TDA’s MUST BE SUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL AT LEAST 2 WEEKS IN ADVANCE.* TDA’s WILL NOT BE SIGNED AFTER THE FACT!!!TEACHER ACCIDENTSEvery injury, regardless of how small or seemingly insignificant, must be reported promptly Mrs. Bolte, who in turn shall assist you in reporting it to the proper district personnel. Teachers must report accidents that involve himself or herself or another staff member. Fill out an accident report and Workman’s Compensation form with the Principal’s secretary immediately after the accident occurs regardless of how small.TEACHERS’ DUTY POSTSTeachers will be assigned supervisory duty posts for one 6-week period during the year. Please refer to the Teacher Duty Roster for your specific dates and supervision areas. Teachers on duty are asked to supervise their assigned areas by assuring a safe and orderly unloading of the buses or supervising the students waiting to enter school. Please indicate the day of your duty in your Substitute Folder. If you are unable to serve your assigned duty, please find a teacher to serve in your absence.TEACHER EVALUATIONTeachers will be evaluated annually utilizing the Marzano Casual Evaluation Model.TEACHERS’ HOURSTeachers are required by law to be on duty a minimum of seven and one-half hours per day. Teachers are to report for work at 8:35 a.m. and may leave at 4:05 p.m. For pre-planning and teacher workdays, the school hours are 8:00 a.m. UNTIL 3:30 p.m.Abuse of teacher hours will result in the following progressive actions by administration:Personal discussion with administrator followed by a Summary MemoWritten reprimandProgressive Discipline up to and including recommendation for termination.Staff members shall not leave the campus during the school day without the specific authority of Administration. Staff members should sign-out in the Office Manager’s office when leaving and when they return.TEACHER SCHEDULETeachers are required by law to be on duty a minimum of seven and one-half hours per day. Teachers are to report promptly for work at 8:15 A.M. and may leave at 3:45 P.M. For pre-planning and teacher workdays, the school hours are 8:00 A.M. UNTIL 3:30 P.M.Abuse of teacher hours will result in the following progressive actions by administration:a. Personal discussion with administrationb. Written reprimandc. Progressive discipline up to and including recommendation for termination.School personnel leaving campus during school hours, must get approval from their Assistant Principal and must sign in and out on the appropriate sign out log at the Principal’s Secretary’s desk.TEAM MEMBERS RESPONSIBILITIESTeam members should…………..*Share in all decision-making*Participate in team activities*Have a positive attitude about learning*Bear equal responsibilities for the well being of the team*Be supportive of other team members*Accept delegated duties*Share his/her own expertise*Use the expertise of othersTECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENTTechnology equipment is both fragile and expensive. Teachers are responsible for technology equipment they borrow from the school. They will be held responsible for repair replacement for equipment that is lost, stolen or damaged due to negligence and/or failure to follow established school and School Board policies and procedures regarding proper use, care and protection.Moving EquipmentBefore moving a piece of equipment, please see the Micro-Computer Tech. The Micro-Computer Tech will move items, such as, computers, printers, and LCDs. (No technology shall be moved without the Micro-Computer Tech’s knowledge). The Micro-Computer Tech will go to the room as soon as possible where the equipment is currently housed and label it with a ‘Room to Room Sheet’ found in the CAB Conference room. The Micro-Computer Tech will place an updated Room Inventory Checklist in the room receiving the equipment and the room the equipment came from.Inventory ChecksIt is the teacher’s responsibility to make sure that the equipment in the room matches the room’s inventory sheet. In order to ensure this occurs, the Administrator over Technology and the Micro-Computer Tech will carry out random monthly checks and quarterly checks. Rooms will be randomly selected on a monthly basis in order to have their serial number verified with the School’s Inventory Database. Any items that are not in the existing database will be investigated and reported to the Administrator over Technology.Stolen PropertyIn the event that an item has been stolen, all staff is instructed to inform their grade level administrator and Micro-Computer Tech immediately. It will then be determined if the item was stolen during the current class period.If the item was NOT stolen during the current class periodThe Administrator will inform the Principal and an investigation will be launched.The Administrator will contact the School Resource Officer / Security Specialist to ensure a police report is filed with the item’s serial number. The Micro-Computer Tech will follow up by updating the School’s Inventory with the Police Report Number and submitting the SIU Report Stolen Property Report, and Capital Assets Tangible Property Loss Report.If the item WAS stolen during the current class periodThe class will be held and no students will be permitted to leave the classroom.The Administrator and the School Resource Officer / Security Specialist will search the students to ascertain if the item was taken by one of the students.After the Administrator clears the class, the students may be dismissed.The Administrator will inform the Micro-Computer Tech for equipment verification.The Micro-Computer Tech will follow up by updating the School’s Inventory with the Police Report Number and submitting the SIU Report Stolen Property Report and Capital Assets Tangible Property Loss Report.Surplus and PropertyIf items in your class need to be surplused, inform the Microcomputer tech first. Once the item is verified in the School’s Database, the Micro-Computer Tech will go to the room and label each piece of equipment with a sign indicating that it is ‘SALVAGE’ and needs to be moved to another room.TEXTBOOK PROCEDURESDistribution to TeachersAll books are the property of the State of Florida. They are loaned to the students while pursuing their course of study.Teachers will receive books for their classes from the Textbook Coordinator. The teacher will provide a textbook card to each student to be correctly completed in ink. The teacher will keep these cards on file until the textbook is returned.Department Chairs will keep inventory of books issued to teachers.Issuance of BooksEach classroom teacher will have the responsibility of issuing to their students the textbooks required for their respective subject at the opening of school.The textbook numbers and condition will be recorded on a textbook card and the inside of the book when issued. Students should list on the back of the textbook card all previous damage done to the book. Samples for information to be listed on the back of the textbook card are as follows:DamagesBroken backFrayed cornersScratched coverPage 3 tornPage 171 - ink marksAll teachers must have their name printed in ink on the inside cover of the textbook. All data (teacher's initials and student information) must be written in ink.Teachers are responsible for teaching the pupils how to care for and use textbooks. The State of Florida requires a textbook to he used for five years. The code is: A = Excellent; B = Good; C = Fair; D= Abused, F =Not Usable. A decrease of ONE LETTER PER YEAR is allowed for normal use. If the book decreases two letters per' year, a fine of 1/4 the cost of a new book is levied; a fine of 1/2 for three letters, a fine of 3/4 for four letters.If a student loses a book and has not found it within a period of one week, send him/her to the budgetkeeper with a duplicate of his textbook card to pay for the book. Two receipts will be issued by the budgetkeeper. The student will retain one, while the other one will be given to the teacher. The teacher will staple the receipt to the original textbook card for his/her record.Books that are left in the halls, outside the building, or books without names, are collected and returned to the teacher. Teachers are responsible for all textbooks issued to them. Teachers are identified by their initials inside the front cover.Textbook ChecksCheck textbooks at the end of each quarter. If a student transfers to another class, again, be sure to collect his/her textbook and update the textbook card.TransfersIf a student has his/her schedule changed, be sure to collect his/her textbook. The teacher receiving the student will issue him/her another text. Please be sure to follow this procedure, as it is the only way that your record of original textbooks issued will tally with that of the textbook manager.WithdrawalsIf a student who is withdrawing returns the text, update the textbook card immediately. This will keep your cards up-to-date and accurate. If a student withdraws unexpectedly and does not return his/her book(s), mark the date of this withdrawal on the textbook card and keep it with the others for your end-of-year accounting.Classroom SetsWhere there is a lack of sufficient texts, one set may have to be used by all classes. If so, the following procedure is recommended: Number each text plainly on the back bindingAssign a certain numbered text to a student in each classMake each student responsible for examining his/her text each period to be sure that the previous student has not damaged it.Assign a responsible student the job of checking, at the end of each period, to determine that all texts have been returned to the shelf. When a "class-use-only text" is missing, try to ascertain who is responsible for the loss. If you need assistance, contact your grade level administrator.Collection of TextbooksAll textbooks will be collected prior to the end of year field trip.TORNADO DRILL PROCEDUREAll Classrooms:Upon teacher command, have students assume the protective position (crouch on knees and elbows, hands on back of head) and face interior wall, away from glass windows.Physical Education Classes (Outside):Move directly to the locker rooms. Teachers are to keep their students together. At teacher command, the students assume the protective position (crouch on knees and elbows, hands on back of head) and face interior wall, away from glass windows.Portable Classrooms:Students are escorted to an inner hallway in the main building. Students face the wall and upon command they assume a protective position (crouch on knees and elbows, hands on back of head).TRANSFER PROPERTYFrom Forest Glen Middle School to Another SiteIf a staff member wants to transfer an item to another location, they must first get approval from the Principal. The Micro-Computer Tech is to be informed so they can change the information in the School’s Inventory Database and the Transfer Property Form can be printed.To Forest Glen Middle School from Another SiteThe item must go through its current location’s transfer property procedure. The paperwork must be signed by each location Principal. The item is to be placed in Receiving (Room 113) or the vault until the item’s paperwork is completed. It is the responsibility of the Micro-Computer Tech to enter the item into the School’s Inventory Database.Property PassesIf a staff member needs to remove an item from campus, a property pass must be obtained first. The Micro-Computer Tech will enter the equipment information in to the School’s Inventory Database and print a Property Pass. The person receiving the equipment will sign the Property Pass. The Property Pass will be given to the Principal to sign. The Micro-Computer Tech, the Administrator over Technology, and the school employee will receive a copy of the completed Property Pass (es). Items leaving the campus for repair also fall into this category.Wireless CartsTeams will be given a minimum of one wireless cart. One person on the team will house this cart. Students are never to given the code for the combination lock for the cart. Teachers using the cart should be sure to incorporate time into the class period to properly distribute and collect the laptops. Students are to be provided with structured and technology based lessons to carry out on the laptop. Students are never to download anything from the Internet. Logs are to be used by students each period to track student usage. A sample is available in the Technology Toolbox CAB Conference folder. Students are not allowed to have food or drinks, especially around the laptops. When utilizing the cart, be sure to always lock your classroom door if you have to leave your room. Laptops are to be inspected at the conclusion of each day they are used. If there is any damage, please contact the Micro-Tech.Teacher LaptopsLaptops issued to teachers are issued to teachers. Laptops are not to be lent to family members. Cleaning chemicals are never to be used on the track pad. Do not drink or eat around your laptop. Do not download any program that is not supported by SBBC and remember to follow the licensing laws for purchased software. Periodic back up of data is recommended in order to prevent data from being lost during a possible computer crash. Teachers are required to safeguard their laptop at all times to prevent possible theft. TRUANCYWhen a student is found guilty of truancy, the Assistant Principal shall notify the appropriate teachers who shall adhere to School Board Policy as it applies to grading and make-up work.The counselor shall initiate follow-up action immediatelyTUTORINGNo teacher will receive compensation for tutoring any pupil in the same class in the school in which the teacher is working. Teachers who receive compensation for tutoring will not use public school facilities for such purposes.USE OF SCHOOL BOARD PROPERTY (Reference Policy #3204)The School Board provides you with necessary equipment, materials, and vehicles to carry out the job assigned to you. A Property Pass is required for equipment taken off school board property. Procedures for the use of Property Passes are listed in the Manual of Property and Inventory Control located at your work location. If you are assigned any equipment, it becomes your responsibility to exercise care in its operation. Personal use of vehicles, materials, supplies, tools, or other equipment is not permitted. Violation could result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. VISITATIONSAll visitors to our school are to report directly to the front office. No one may visit a student or a teacher during the school day unless he/she has received approval from the Administration. Students are not allowed to bring visitors with them to school. To enter classrooms for observation or other purposes, visitors are to have a pass or are to be accompanied by school personnel. No one is to be admitted to a classroom without authorization. This includes all “GUEST SPEAKERS”.Former students, friends, and/or relatives of students who are of student age are not allowed to visit without the express permission of the Principal. Such young people observed on campus are to be reported to Administration immediately.If a visitor appears at your doorway and does not have permission, buzz the office, and state that you have a visitor and need an Administrator to assist. Someone will come immediately.VOICEMAILYou must check your voice mailbox daily to pick up any personal or parent messages. Any questions regarding voicemails should be directed to Mrs. Hargrove or Mrs. Whitehead.VOLUNTEERSIn keeping with the school philosophy of community involvement, staff members are encouraged to utilize the services of volunteers. Volunteers must be pre-approved through the Volunteer Coordinator or the principal. (Refer to Appendix)WEAPONS ON SCHOOL BOARD PROPERTY (Reference Policy #2304)No person, except for law enforcement personnel, shall be authorized to carry or bring any weapon or firearm on to school board property. This includes school grounds, administration buildings, facilities, school buses, school bus stops, and vehicles provided for transportation by the District. This policy also applies to school board events or school board official business, on or off school board property.Any person possessing, transmitting, and/or using a weapon on school board property shall be subject to arrest. In addition, employees who violate this policy may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.WITHDRAWALS - TRANSFERSWhen a student withdraws from Forest Glen Middle School, a parent should come upstairs to the Registrar’s office to request the withdrawal or transfer. If a parent cannot come to school, the parent MUST write a note or telephone the GRADE LEVEL COUNSELOR giving the new address and the date of departure. When this procedure has been completed, the student, on the morning of the last full day at school, obtains a Withdrawal Form from the REGISTRAR, which is submitted to each of their teachers for a release and a grade. All books and other materials belonging to the school must be returned or paid for to complete the withdrawal process. The student returns the completed Withdrawal Form to the REGISTRAR where the official transfer is issued.WORKERS' COMPENSATIONThe School Board is subject to the provisions of the Workers' Compensation Act (Chapter 440 F.S.), the same as any other employer. This act requires that all work-connected injuries be reported promptly. Failure to do so will result in penalties. The fines and penalties will be assessed against the school or department responsible for the last reporting. If you are injured, report the accident that day to your grade level administrator.Any person going to a doctor not authorized by the employer and/or insurance carrier will be responsible for his/her own medical expenses.All injuries or accidents incurred while at school should be reported to the office manager or her designee immediately to file a Notice of Injury report. Failure to do so could possibly jeopardize your claim or insurance coverage. Any employee treated by a physician not authorized by Risk Management will be responsible for his/her own medical expenses. Should an employee be injured in an accident arising out of and in the course of employment, a “Workman’s Compensation Injury Information” form (WC-962) must be completed and filed with the Risk Management Department, County Office, within 24 hours by the Principal.It is imperative that accidents be reported to the appropriate person in the main office immediately after it happens.WRITTEN COMMUNICATION SENT HOMEAll teachers must have written communication that is to be sent home approved by their grade level Administrator and the Principal. This includes any type of letter or form other than county adopted forms such as progress reports, referral forms, etc. A copy of such communication should be filed in the student’s file in 105.XEROXINGProcedures for Xeroxing will be shared in all grade level meetings. Teachers are not to use the copying machines in the administrative offices. Each teacher will be given the number of copies allowed each month and a code to use the Xerox machine. Department heads will in-service their departments in the use of the Xerox. Teachers should make sure only pertinent teaching materials will be copied. ................
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