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WELCOME
Edison School District exists to provide each student with the experiences needed to become a good, responsible citizen. Parents and school personnel are working together to guarantee that each student has the best possible chance to gain the academic, practical, and social skills needed for the future. The purpose of this handbook is to help students and parents understand the operations of Edison School. Students and parents are responsible for the information and regulations in this handbook.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Edison community establishes a safe, flexible learning environment, which provides the opportunity for students to become life-long learners. Through high academic standards and strong citizenship, we share in the development of well-rounded individuals who are prepared to meet the dynamic challenges of a global environment.
VISION STATEMENT
(Revised August 2019)
Developed by staff, community and Board 2004-2005 school year)
Leadership
Edison School District requires effective leaders who are able to build a shared vision that serves as a bridge between the present and the future. Edison leaders will:
I. Administration
A. Promote, protect and pursue the school’s mission.
B. Commit to continuous improvement for staff and community.
C. Facilitate positive relationships and communicate with all patrons within the district.
D. Provide a focus and a clear direction for the district.
E. Value district employees thus creating high staff retention, longevity and morale.
II. Board of Education
A. Hold student achievement as paramount in all board decisions.
B. Work as a unit to increase board effectiveness.
C. Maintain a highly qualified, competitively compensated staff.
D. Ensure financial stability of the district.
E. Maintain open, positive communication with staff, administration and community.
Personnel/Staff
Edison School operates on the premise that we can only be as good as the personnel we employ. Therefore, we are committed to maintaining an outstanding staff that will advance the school’s vision. In our school, all staff members will:
A. Be respectful and fair in their interactions with students.
B. Motivate all students to realize their fullest potential and move beyond their own expectations.
C. Be dedicated and resourceful professionals, responsible for providing a challenging and rewarding educational environment.
D. Foster an atmosphere of teamwork and camaraderie where all work cooperatively within the framework of collaborative teams.
E. Model the importance of goal setting and lifelong learning by commitment to personal and professional growth through completing the yearly evaluation of the teacher effectiveness rubric.
F. Participate in professional development opportunities, specialized training, and promote personal continuing education.
G. Value colleagues for their dedication and professionalism, thus creating a positive work environment resulting in high staff retention and morale.
Students
Edison school students desire to develop as unique individuals and strive to reach individual levels of excellence. Edison Students will:
A. Accept responsibility for actions, learning, and involvement in their school and community.
B. Strive to go beyond their own level of ability and achievement.
C. Become well-rounded, life-long learners.
D. Set and obtain goals and develop skills to become independent and successful.
E. Be positive leaders and exemplar role models to youth in our school and community.
F. Develop strong study skills and academic responsibility to include not only classroom but also home settings.
G. Play an active role in the learning process.
H. Be involved and take pride in school and community activities.
I. Be respectful and considerate of everyone to include teachers, staff, students, visitors and anyone else they encounter.
Instructional Strategies
Edison School implements a variety of instructional strategies to prepare students to become life-long learners. These strategies will:
A. Clearly communicate our standards-based goals and objectives to students and parents.
B. Drive instruction based on accumulated assessment data.
C. Incorporate cross-curricular, multi-sensory instruction that accommodates all learning styles.
D. Integrate technology throughout the curriculum in teaching as well as student use; keeping updated with current equipment.
E. Enable teachers to be well-prepared and access current research-based instructional strategies.
School Climate
Edison School provides an orderly, inviting climate that is conducive to learning and maximizes instructional time. The staff and students demonstrate a high level of integrity and values that reflect school pride. Our school will:
A. Provide an emotionally and physically safe, supportive environment.
B. Have an atmosphere that is friendly and welcoming to all.
C. Cultivate relationships that are characterized by mutual respect and consideration.
D. Have up-to-date, well-maintained facilities.
E. Provide clear guidelines and consequences for student behavior.
F. Develop and maintain high academic standards for students.
Curriculum
Edison School provides a balanced curriculum which is innovative, challenging, and diverse. This curriculum stimulates intellectual curiosity, requires students to demonstrate independent learning skills, and enables them to become productive and effective citizens. The Edison curriculum will:
A. Follow a clear scope and sequence, which is aligned with the Colorado Academic Standards at each grade level.
B. Employ data-driven decisions in order to modify curriculum when needed.
C. Be reviewed continuously to incorporate current developments in education and technology.
D. Be dynamic and motivate students to develop active, independent learning skills creating a desire for achievement.
E. Provide on-campus and off-campus advanced placement opportunities.
Community-School Partnership
Edison School recognizes the importance of establishing an effective partnership with our community. A mutually beneficial partnership will:
A. Promote community allegiance and pride.
B. Result in closer relationships between community members, staff, and students.
C. Encourage community members to volunteer in all aspects of education.
D. Encourage school staff and students to volunteer in the community.
E. Engage community members in the ownership of the school.
F. Bring about involvement in school governance and support of school activities.
Parental Engagement
Edison School recognizes the importance of establishing effective partnerships with parents. We strive to develop parental involvement and ownership in the overall success of our students. In our school parents will:
A. Support the vision and values of our school.
B. Play an active role in the education of their child, monitor their child’s academic performance, and work with teachers to reinforce the importance of education.
C. Show commitment by participation in their child’s education.
D. Be co-partners with the school in establishing effective two-way communication that both provides information and seeks feedback.
E. Be involved in long-range planning which will safeguard Edison’s investment in education.
EDISON SCHOOL DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE
The Edison School District 54JT Board of Education Yoder, Colorado adheres to a policy on non-discrimination in educational programs/activities and employment, and strives affirmatively to provide equal opportunity for all as required by:
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 – prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, or national origin.
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended – prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, or national origin.
Age Discrimination Act of 1967, as amended – prohibits discrimination on the basis of age between 40 and 70.
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 – prohibits discrimination against the handicapped.
Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972 – prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex.
Inquiries related to non-discrimination policies should be directed to Mr. Paul A Frank, Title IX Coordinator, at 14550 Edison Road, Yoder, Colorado 80864. Phone number is 719-478-2125.
EDISON BOARD OF EDUCATION
Doak, James President
Marsh, Glenn Vice President
McComb, Cheryl Treasurer
Anderson, Mark Director
Belveal, Susan Secretary
EMPLOYEE ROSTER
Anderson, Randa Bus Driver
Anderson, Chad Transportation Director/Bus Driver
Baker, Kylene Elementary Teacher
Belveal, Susan School Secretary
Bifano, Tani Elementary Teacher
Brewer, Corinna Principal / Counselor
Brinkman, William Custodian
Burgos, Jasmine Elem Teacher/Intervention, ELL, Secondary Spanish
Coble, Elizabeth Secondary / Elementary Art Teacher
Binkley-Jones, Deirdre Math/Computer Teacher
Binkley-Jones, Dylan Secondary Teacher: Science
Davis, Aimee Preschool Director
Doak, Lenna Business Manager
Everhart, Sandy Secondary/Elementary Teacher: Math, Technology
Frank, Elizabeth Elementary Teacher
Frank, Paul A. Superintendent
Frihauf, Arlene Coach / Volleyball and Basketball
Golding, Jason Business / Industrial Arts
Harding, Mike Maintenance
Hotop, Cindy Special Education Teacher
Jordahl, Jeff Secondary Teacher: Social Studies, P.E, Athletic Director
Lavalette, James Secondary Teacher, Reading / English
Marsh, Amber P.E., Secondary Teacher, Interventions
McBroom, Candi Custodian
Minton, Dawn Edison Academy Secretary
Morill, Kira Custodian
Nimeth, Andrea Assistant Cook
Pope, Kristin Head Custodian
Riel, Shaena Bus Driver
Sargent, Terrie Secondary Teacher: English
Sifford, Brooke Elementary Teacher / Intervention
Sopko, Holly Gail Special Education Paraprofessional
Walsh, Denise Head Cook
Wilkinson, Mike Head Basketball Coach
Wilkinson, Missy Student State Data Coordinator
Zeiger, Shelly Custodian
GENERAL SCHOOL RULES AND SCHOOL POLICIES
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF PARENTS
1. The cooperation and participation of parents is critical to the education of children. Without active parental support and interest, the educational experience of students may be less than successful.
2. Parents are responsible for getting their children to school on a regular basis. Each day lost is multiplied by losses in orderly and progressive educational development. Habitual and unnecessary absences should be avoided.
3. Parents should provide structured study environments for the completion of homework. With younger students this means a quiet place to study at set times. Parents should check homework for accuracy and completeness. For older students parents should maintain the concept of study time without television or music.
4. Parents are expected to participate in conferences regarding their student(s) progress.
5. Parents are expected to keep student general information (address, phone number, name changes) and health records up to date.
6. Parents will be considered financially responsible for damages caused by willful acts of their children.
ARRIVAL TO AND DEPARTURE FROM SCHOOL
1. The school day is from 7:45 am to 4:00 pm. Please do not drop students off early before school--we do not provide supervision. With two schools traffic is an issue. Please do not pass buses with their red flashers on.
2. Students are expected to arrive on time and depart promptly at the end of the school day.
3. Students who arrive late or need to leave school early must be signed in / out by a parent or guardian.
3. Buses will depart by 4:10 pm.
4. Students remaining after school for activities must have prior parent permission and be directly supervised by an adult. (Parent permission note must include the name of the pre-approved supervising adult)
STUDENT ENTRANCE AGE
1. All pupils must be five (5) years of age on or before June 15 in order to enroll in Kindergarten. Children entering Kindergarten will be required to produce a birth certificate and immunization record.
2. If entering school for the first time, all pupils must be six (6) years of age on or before June 15, in order to enroll in first grade. Children entering school for the first time will be required to produce a birth certificate and immunization record.
3. Colorado Law requires that all students must have on file, in their school of attendance, an immunization card certifying proper immunization or a letter citing religious or personal exemption. Failure to comply will result in exclusion from school attendance.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Regular and punctual attendance is mandatory for promotion and success in schoolwork. Regular attendance has proven to be the strongest link to student success. While a student is enrolled in school, his/her number one job is attending classes regularly and fulfilling all class requirements. Regular and prompt attendance is a habit and should be cultivated as early in the school career as possible. Excessive absences, even though excused, are bound to affect student grades and learning. Perfect attendance will be rewarded for each semester. Any student that is participating in an Activity or Athletic Team will be required to have a cumulative attendance rate of 90% to participate in contests or performances. This also includes academic extracurricular activities such as field trips, homecoming, competitions, dances, prom, and graduation activities including the graduation ceremony as well as the senior trip. The compulsory attendance law identifies responsibilities of the school and the parent in attendance matters through the eighth grade or age sixteen. Beyond this point regular attendance is a parental responsibility, although the attendance policy will still be enforced. For these reasons, the Board believes that a student must satisfy two basic requirements in order to earn full class credit: (1) satisfy all academic requirements and (2) exhibit good attendance habits as stated in this handbook.
Planned Absences: Absences for reasons other than illness or a family emergency are strongly discouraged. If a planned absence is absolutely necessary, the parent or guardian must request permission in writing at least two weeks in advance, and the student must take the planned absence form to all of his/her teachers for the signature and assignments that will need to be completed during the planned absence and turned in when the student returns to school. Time away from class disrupts learning which makes successful completion of classes difficult. Parents and students must work together with teachers to ensure student success.
DEFINITIONS:
Excused Absences: Accepted as an excused absence without reservation as defined by Colorado law:
1. A student is temporarily ill or injured or whose absence is approved by the administrator of the school of attendance on a prearranged basis.
2. A student is absent for an extended period due to physical, mental or emotional disability.
3. A student is pursuing a work-study program under the supervision of the school.
4. A student is attending any school-sponsored activity or activities of an educational nature with advance approval by the administration.
Excused with Reservations: Absences that are excused by parents but the administration considers to be avoidable will be excused with reservations. Such absences will be considered to be unexcused when determining the total number of days missed during the year or, in accordance with Colorado law, if the administration seeks to charge a student and their parents with truancy. In a truancy action absences which are "excused with reservations" will be considered as unexcused absences.
NOTE: The administration may require suitable proof regarding excused absences, including written statements from medical sources, etc. After four consecutive excused absences a doctor’s note will be required. The final determination of whether an absence is excused or unexcused is up to the administration.
Unexcused absences: An unexcused absence is defined as an absence which is not excused under the foregoing exceptions. Each unexcused absence shall be entered on the student’s record. The parents/guardians of the student shall be notified in writing or orally by the district of these determinations in a timely manner. In accordance with law, the District may impose academic penalties that relate directly to classes missed while unexcused. Students and parents/guardians may petition the Board of Education for exceptions to the attendance policy or this regulation provided that no exception shall be sustained if the student fails to abide by all requirements imposed by the Board as conditions for granting any such exception.
Process for excusing an absence:
1. The reason for absence must be one of the above-mentioned reasons.
2. If a student is absent or late to school, a parent or guardian must call the main office as soon as possible to inform the school. Phone calls to excuse a student’s absence should be made no later than 10:00 am the day of the absence but must be received within 24 hours for the absence to be marked as excused. Absences can be reported outside of regular school hours by leaving a message on the main office voicemail with the date(s) your student is out, your student’s first and last name, your first and last name and a current phone number. If all information is not provided clearly the absence may not be excused.
3. Students who attend Pikes Peak Community College or any other off site institution and are going to be absent their parent/guardian must call the front office stating their student will be absent and state that their student normally attends PPCC or other site. Parents are NOT to call PPCC or any other off site if their student will be absent.
Suspensions: Suspended students will be required to do all make-up work, which shall be turned in the first day they return. Whenever possible, teachers will provide a list of assignments before the period of suspension begins. Otherwise, assignments will be sent home for long-term suspensions. All work is due on the day of return. Any work not completed will receive a zero.
Make-up work: Make-up work shall be provided for any class in which a student has an excused absence unless otherwise determined by the administration. Parents are encouraged to request make-up assignments if a student will be/is absent for more than 2 consecutive days by contacting the main office. Make-up work can then be picked up at the main office. It is the responsibility of the student to pick up make-up assignments on the day returning to class. There shall be one day allowed for make-up work for each day of absence. The administration may allow additional make-up time in special situations. Make-up work will not be available or accepted if the absence is unexcused.
Truancy: The administration will only consider exceptions to the attendance policy when a student has extenuating circumstances (i.e. death in the family, serious illness, injury, etc.) Under Colorado State Law, a student is deemed truant after 4 unexcused absences per month or 10 days per year. Failing to have a student attend school is considered neglect under state and federal law. After the fourth absence in a semester, a parent contact will be made. After the sixth, a letter will go home and a conference will be requested. After the ninth absence a letter will go home and a conference requested with both the parent and the student. At which time an Individual attendance Plan will be put into place. After the twelfth absence the administration may seek legal remedies under the truancy law. Credit may be denied as a result of excessive absences.
Tardies: Tardiness is reporting to class after the designated time without authorization from a staff member. The district is aware that incidents do occur occasionally that cause tardiness. Therefore, students are allowed 2 tardies per semester before disciplinary action is taken. Records are kept per semester. Any student that comes to class 15 minutes late or longer will be recorded absent for that class. If another teacher detains the student, a tardy slip should be obtained from the teacher who detained the student.
ATTENDANCE AND ACTIVITIES
Students must be present in school half a day in order to participate in that evening’s athletic or extracurricular school activities. For weekend activities the student must be in school the preceding Friday for half a day in order to participate. Exceptions will be made only for prearranged extenuating circumstances.
ELIGIBILITY FOR EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
1. A student shall be deemed eligible to participate in any school sponsored activity if such student meets the following specific requirements:
a. Is a bona fide undergraduate member of the high school or middle school.
b. In the judgment of the school Principal, the student is a representative of the school’s ideals in matters of conduct and sportsmanship.
c. Must be enrolled in at least five full-credit classes or the equivalent during the semester of participation and be failing no more than one full credit class or the equivalent. Students enrolled in college, on-line, or vocational programs must be enrolled in a sufficient combination of such classes and on-campus classroom classes to meet the five full-credit class requirement. A full-credit class is one which will produce .5 credits per semester or 1.0 credit per academic year for transcript purposes.
d. Must have been eligible in accordance with paragraph “c” above at the close of the last prior semester of attendance.
e. Shall not be a member of any organization prohibited by law.
2. No make-up work shall be permitted after the close of the semester for the purpose of becoming eligible. An incomplete shall, for the purpose of determining eligibility, count as a failure.
3. Each Wednesday the office will publish an Eligibility List (with controlled distribution). This list contains the name of students who currently have a D or F average in a class. A student is considered ineligible if the weekly Eligibility List records at least one D and one F. The ineligibility period runs from Wednesday to the following Tuesday.
4. The Principal will notify parents in writing if a student is on the weekly Eligibility List.
5. Those students who are ineligible are precluded from attending any school-sponsored activity to include sports, dances or field trips. They may not go on the bus to field trips or athletic events.
HOT LUNCH PROGRAM
Delicious and nutritious meals are served daily on all school days throughout the year except as announced. Edison has been very successful in keeping the cost of lunches down for our students.
Problems have existed in the past with tardiness in paying lunch bills and we would appreciate parent cooperation in this matter.
No payment is necessary at breakfast or lunchtime. Students are placed on a list as having eaten. Based upon this list, lunches are billed to parents shortly after the first of each month for the previous month’s lunches. (i.e., bills will be distributed in early November for lunches eaten in October.) Payment is due by the 15th of the following month. After the 15th parents may be asked to have their bill paid in full or provide their children with sack lunches until the bill is paid. Parents are encouraged to contact the superintendent if special considerations are needed.
Parents, please feel free to ask for a Free/Reduced Lunch application at any time during the year. We encourage you to do so if the cost of lunches for your children becomes a burden.
The cost of lunches will be as follows for the 2019-2020 school year:
Students in grades K – 5 $1.50
Students in grades 6 – 12 $1.75
Adults $2.00
Breakfast Free
DRESS CODE
Edison District is committed to a learning environment that is safe, conducive to the learning process, and free from unnecessary disruption. The Board of Education believes that the manner in which students dress, accessorize and groom themselves affects the learning environment. Students’ appearance clearly has a direct influence on school discipline and student achievement. Part of the school’s responsibility is to prepare students to enter the workforce with an idea of employer expectations.
Students and parents are required to exercise good judgment in the student’s appearance for school and school-related functions and activities. This dress code is not subject to personal interpretation. A staff member or administrators may deem clothing inappropriate. In addition, some activities or events will have specific dress requirements that will need to be followed.
1. Clothes making statements with sexual innuendoes, offensive comments or advertising alcohol, drugs, guns, and/or cigarettes are not allowed in the school.
2. Shoes must be worn in the building; slippers are not appropriate for school.
3. A decent coverage of the body is expected. Muscle shirts, short shorts, bare midriffs, tube tops, halter-tops, net shirts etc., are not appropriate in the school environment. All tops must be at least 3 inches wide at the shoulder seam and shirt necklines not to exceed 3 inches below the collarbone.
4. Hats and sunglasses are banned inside the building during school hours. Hats, bandanas, and headbands (ie sweat-bands) cannot be worn in the building anytime between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. on school days. After these hours hats will be worn straight and with the bill forward. Sunglasses should not be worn anywhere on the head during school hours.
5. Any manner of grooming or apparel, including clothing, jewelry, chains, emblems and badges, bandanas, excessively baggy and saggy clothing, which by virtue of color, arrangement, trademark or other attribute is associated with or denotes membership in, or affiliation with, any gang will not be allowed.
6. Students are allowed to wear shorts to school. Shorts and skirts must reach the mid thigh and be longer than fingertips extended in order to be appropriate attire for school. Tight fitting, stretchy garments such as spandex/knit are not allowed unless layered with an appropriate garment.
7. Pants should be worn above the hips and undergarments will not be seen.
** Any student in violation of the dress code will be sent home from school to change clothes or will be provided an appropriate covering. A second offense will result in an unexcused absence and the student will be subject to the discipline step process. Coaches and sponsors may have specific dress codes for students engaging in their activities.
PUBLIC DISPLAY OF AFFECTION
Students shall refrain from public display of affection in school, on school grounds, at school activities or when riding in school transportation vehicles.
Any display of kissing, hugging, placing hands and arms on or around another’s body is not acceptable behavior in a school setting. Those choosing to display such behavior shall be subject to the school’s discipline procedures.
SEMESTER EXAMINATIONS
Semester exams will be given in each class. Teachers may establish incentive goals based upon academic achievement to excuse students from taking the semester exam.
LOCKERS
Students will be assigned an individual hall locker and may not change during the year. Lockers should be kept locked when not in use and should be cleaned frequently. Stickers and decals will not come off lockers and are therefore prohibited. School lockers, desks and other storage areas are school property and remain at all times under the control of the school. All school property provided for student use shall be subject to inspection and search. (The school is not responsible for lost or stolen items and will not be held responsible)
DEPARTURE FROM SCHOOL
As a general policy, students are dismissed from school during school hours only in case of emergency or medical appointments. Since we are concerned with each child’s safety, we ask parents to pick up their children in the main office in such cases and sign them out on the secretary’s Check In-Out sheet. If someone other than the parent/guardian will sign out the student, the parent/guardian must provide the school secretary a written or telephonic authorization for the adult taking the child.
If you plan to pick up your student, please send a note with your child that morning stating that you will be picking them up and what time. Students over eighteen are authorized to sign themselves out for approved appointments.
EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSURE
In the event of extreme weather conditions, announcements relative to the closing and/or early dismissal of school will be made on local TV and radio and via automatic telephonic notification to all staff members and parents. It is imperative that parents (especially elementary parents) provide the office with current emergency phone numbers and make arrangements for their children in the event of early dismissal. The following stations will carry the closure notification:
Radio Stations: KVOR-740, KRDO-1240, KCCY-96.9, KVUU-99.9, PEAK-92.9, KAT COUNTRY - 95.1
TV Stations: KOAA-5-1, KKTV-11-1, KRDO-13-1, FOX 21
TELEPHONE CALLS
Students will not be called out of class to take a phone call unless deemed an emergency by the administration. Students may have access to the telephone before 7:45 a.m., during break, during lunch, and after school for emergency or valid use. The only telephone students may use is in the main office. Use requires the permission of a school administrator or school secretary.
CELL PHONES
Cell phones are not to be in use unless other-wise posted.
1. Cell phones may be in use during breakfast, activity time and lunch.
2. Cell phone usage in the classroom will be determined by the individual teacher. Each teacher’s policy will be posted in their classroom.
3. Improper use of cell phone may result in confiscation.
4. Parents please refrain from contacting your children during academic times. Emergencies should be referred to the office by calling 719-478-2125.
5. The school is not responsible for lost, damaged or stolen cell phones.
LEGAL CUSTODY OF STUDENTS
A LEGAL DOCUMENT is required to support any questions of custody between divorced or separated parents. UNLESS THE SUPERINTENDENT OR PRINCIPAL IS INFORMED EITHER NATURAL PARENT IS CONSIDERED TO HAVE THE RIGHT TO REQUEST EARLY DISMISSAL OF A STUDENT. Please let the superintendent or principal know of any special problems.
CLASSROOM VISITATIONS
Parents are encouraged to visit the classes at any time convenient to them. Visitations not only provide an opportunity to observe a particular classroom or group situation, but also present a group opportunity to observe your child’s work habits and personal interaction with groups of classmates. Short visits are sometimes more informative than one long visit. When wishing to visit the classroom, we recommend that you call to let the teacher know ahead of time.
Visiting students from other schools are welcome. These visits must be arranged in advance with the principal and are limited to one day.
For reasons of safety, all visitors are required to check in at the office before proceeding to their destination. Only registered students are allowed in classes during school hours unless specific permission is granted by the administration.
PARTIES
The elementary classes hold four parties a year. They are at Halloween, Christmas, Valentine’s Day and Easter. Additional parties, such as birthdays, etc., may be held with permission from the teacher and principal.
AUTOMOBILE USE BY STUDENTS
Bringing a student-operated motor vehicle on school premises is a privilege and is conditioned on consent by the student driver to allow search of vehicle when there is reasonable suspicion that the search will yield evidence of contraband.
Refusal by a student, parent/guardian, or owner of the vehicle to allow access to a motor vehicle on school premises at the time of the request to search the vehicle shall be cause for termination, without further hearing, of the privilege of bringing the vehicle on to the school premises.
Student vehicles may not display any inappropriate images or accessories.
Students are not allowed in their cars during the school day. They are expected to drive cautiously and slowly entering and exiting the parking area. Students are to park in the student parking area. Abuse of this privilege may result in the student’s privilege of driving his car onto school premises being revoked.
All student drivers must have a copy of their driver’s license, vehicle registration, and proof of insurance as required by Colorado statutes and parental permission letter to drive to school on file in the main office. Uninsured vehicles will not be allowed on school grounds.
Students may not ride in another student’s car unless their parents grant specific written permission.
BUILDING EVACUATION
Students will exit the building in a safe, orderly fashion during any emergency, including fire drills. Diagrams showing evacuation plans are in each room.
CHEATING
Students who are found to be copying, using notes (without teacher authorization) or cheating in any manner on tests and assignments will be given a grade of zero on that particular test or assignment. Anyone found giving aid or assisting another student in cheating during the test or assignment will also be given a grade of zero on that particular test or assignment, and referred to the principal for disciplinary action. Students who plagiarize another’s work will be given a grade of zero on that assignment. Student violators will also be referred to the principal for disciplinary action.
CLOSED CAMPUS
The Edison campus is a closed campus. Students must have permission by the superintendent or principal to leave the school for any reason during the school day. Any student entering or leaving the building after the morning tardy bell must sign the Sign In-Out sheet in the main office.
TOBACCO PRODUCTS
All tobacco products are banned by state law from school property or buses. No smoking area exists at the school. Student use or possession on school premises or during school activities will result in suspension.
HONOR ROLL
There are three levels of honor roll at Edison Schools. Students are deemed to have made the Superintendent’s Honor Roll if they have maintained a 4.0 during a semester. If they have a 3.50 to 3.99 average, students attain the Principal’s Honor Roll. Students with an average of 3.00 to 3.49 will receive “Honorable Mention” status. Classes graded S and U are not used in this determination. Students with any grade below a “C” are ineligible for any honor role. The following scale is use in determining the grade point average:
A = 4 points; B = 3 points; C = 2 points
College classes (classes at the 100 level and other than vocational classes) will be weighted by adding one additional point. In other words, a C resulting from a college course counts as 3 in determining the grade point.
Students who join Edison during a semester will have to be in attendance for at least 4 weeks or 16 school days before they will be given a grade on their report card. Students who enroll with less than 16 days left in the reporting period will not receive a grade from Edison for that period, unless special circumstances prevail.
VALEDICTORIAN AND SALUTATORIAN
The senior with the highest grade point average will be named the valedictorian of the senior class. The superintendent reserves the right to name dual valedictorians in the event that there exists an example of vocational and college academic excellence or in the event of equivalent grade point averages. The student with the second highest overall grade point will be declared the salutatorian. The superintendent reserves the right not to name a salutatorian or valedictorian. Students must attend Edison for two years in order to be eligible for valedictorian or salutatorian.
Graduating With Honors Requirements ( this will apply to senior class of 2021)
Graduation with honors cum laude requirements are as follows. Students graduating with a GPA of….
5. to 3.7 will be recognized as Cum Laude (With Praise)
8. to 3.9 will be recognized as Magna Cum Laude (With Great Honors)
4.0 + will be recognized as Summa Cum Laude (With Highest Praise)
Senior speech will be given by the student chosen by their classmates who must also meet the following criteria.
*Graduate with one of the above honor categories. *No Behavior Issues
*Obtain two teacher recommendations *Attendance of at least 90% during senior year.
INDEBTEDNESS TO SCHOOL
Students shall pay all fees assigned by the school to participate in programs or activities. Students who have not cleared their records for damage, textbook loss, destruction of school property, tuition charges, lunch charges, library fines, etc., will not receive report cards. Diplomas will be withheld pending payment of any debts.
Books shall be provided on a loan basis. No rental fee will be assessed for textbooks and workbooks used in regular classes. However, a damage charge may be made for wear and tear above normal limits.
Students will be assigned a school owned locker for one year upon enrollment and are responsible for locks upon the doors, if issued.
Failure to pay lunch bills may result in denial of lunch privileges and holding of report cards until payment.
Students who receive an “F” in college or vocational courses will reimburse Edison for the cost of tuition and books for that course. Students failing to make these payments will not be issued diplomas or supporting transcripts until the account is paid.
SPECIAL ACTIVITIES
End of Year Trips: Senior end-of-year trips shall be limited to Colorado locations, students who are in their senior year of school. Fundraising will be limited to $500 per student. Senior trips shall be held on an annual basis. All trips will be chaperoned by the sponsor and additional adults. The school administration and school board will approve the destination, sponsors and inclusive dates of the trip with input from the senior class sponsor at an Edison School Board meeting.
DISCIPLINE
STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
The superintendent or principal may suspend or recommend expulsion of a student who engages in one or more of the following specific activities while in school buildings, on school grounds, in school vehicles or during a school-sponsored activity. Suspension or expulsion shall be mandatory for serious violations in a school building or on school property.
1. Causing or attempting to cause damage to school property or stealing or attempting to steal school property of value.
2. Causing or attempting to cause damage to private property or stealing or attempting to steal private property.
3. Commission of any acts which if committed by an adult would be defined by state law as robbery or assault. Expulsion shall be mandatory in accordance with state law except for commission of third degree assault.
4. Violation of criminal law which has an immediate effect on the school or on the general safety or welfare of students or staff.
5. Violation of district policy or building regulations.
6. Violation of the district’s policy on dangerous weapons in the schools. Expulsion shall be
mandatory for carrying, bringing, using or possessing a dangerous weapon without the authorization of the school or school district, in accordance with state law.
7. Violation of the district’s alcohol use/drug abuse policy. Expulsion shall be mandatory for sale of drugs or controlled substances, in accordance with state law.
8. Violation of the state prohibition of tobacco product use or possession.
9. Violation of the district’s policy (JBB) on sexual harassment.
10. Throwing objects that can cause bodily injury or damage property, unless part of a supervised school activity.
11. Directing profanity, vulgar language or obscene gestures toward other students, school personnel or visitors to the school.
12. Engaging in any bullying behavior or physical intimidation or verbal abuse, i.e., name calling, ethnic or racial slurs, or derogatory statements addressed publicly to others that precipitate disruption of the school program or incite violence.
13. Committing extortion, coercion or blackmail, i.e., obtaining money or other objects of value from an unwilling person or forcing an individual to act through the use of force or threat of force.
14. Lying or giving false information, either\ verbally or in writing, to a school employee.
15. Scholastic dishonesty, which includes but is not limited to cheating on a test, plagiarism or unauthorized collaboration with another person in preparing written work.
16. Continued willful disobedience or open and persistent defiance of proper authority including deliberate refusal to obey a member of the school staff.
17. Behavior on or off of school property which is considered to be detrimental to the welfare, safety or morals of other students or school personnel.
18. Repeated interference with the school’s ability to provide educational opportunities to other students.
19. Possession or distribution of non-curricular materials that are obscene, libelous, slanderous or defamatory.
20. The school will not investigate or be held responsible for theft or lost personal electronic equipment. (Refer to cell phone policy).
ADMINISTRATIVE THREE-STEP POLICY: The principal will use the following process in disciplining students who choose not to follow school rules. Major violations, even if a first offense, may result in suspension or expulsion.
1. First Referral:
▪ The student will be counseled and a disciplinary report completed.
▪ The principal will determine appropriate disciplinary action.
▪ The principal will point out consequences for second referral to principal.
2. Second Referral:
▪ The principal will discuss the violation with the student and determine appropriate disciplinary action.
▪ The parents/guardians will be notified of incident and of the action taken.
In an attempt to keep students in school and to ameliorate inappropriate behavior, the principal, the student and the parent may jointly develop and document a behavioral remediation plan for the student after the second referral. If a remediation plan is indicated, parents shall be informed in writing of the need for the remediation plan and allowed the opportunity to participate in the development process. Parent and student signatures will be required on the remediation plan to document parental notification.
If the remediation plan and contract is violated, the student may be recommended for expulsion.
Edison School will endeavor to provide training that enables students to make appropriate choices in a climate of warmth and support. We will need parental assistance if we are to be successful.
3. Third Referral:
▪ Principal may request a parent conference to develop a specific plan to assist the student in correcting the behavior.
▪ School-based consequence: third referrals will normally result in suspension or in-school detention.
Following the third recorded disruption for any individual student who has been suspended three times for causing a material and substantial disruption in the classroom, on school grounds, in school vehicles or at school activities or events during the school year shall be declared a habitual discipline problem. Under state law expulsion is mandatory for habitually disruptive students.
WEAPONS IN SCHOOL
The Board of Education determines that possession and/or use of a weapon by students is detrimental to the welfare and safety of the students and school personnel within the district.
Weapons possession results in mandatory expulsion in accordance with state & federal law.
Carrying, bringing, using or possessing a dangerous weapon in any school building, on school grounds, in any school vehicle or at any school-sponsored activity without the express authorization of the school or the school district is prohibited. As used in this policy, “dangerous weapon” means:
a. A firearm, whether loaded or unloaded, or a firearm facsimile.
b. Any pellet, BB gun or other device, whether operational or not, designed to propel projectiles by springs action or compressed air.
c. A fixed blade knife with a blade that measures longer than three inches in length or a spring loaded knife or a pocketknife with a blade longer than three and one-half inches. (See local restrictions paragraph below)
d. Any object, device, instrument, material, or substance, whether animate or inanimate, used or intended to be used to inflict death or serious bodily injury including, but not limit to slingshot, bludgeon, brass knuckles or artificial knuckles of any kind.
The superintendent shall initiate expulsion proceedings immediately for students that violate this policy.
In accordance with federal law, expulsion shall be for no less than one full calendar year for a student who is determined to have brought a firearm to school. The superintendent may modify the length of this federal requirement for expulsion on a case-by-case basis.
Local Restrictions
The Board of Education determines that extra precautions are important and necessary to provide for student safety. Therefore, the carrying, bringing, using or possessing of any knife, regardless of the length of the blade, in any school building, on school grounds, in any school vehicle or at any school-sponsored activity without express authorization is prohibited. The employee discovering the violation shall refer students who violate this policy for appropriate disciplinary proceedings.
The district shall maintain records which describe the circumstances involving expulsions of students who bring weapons to school including the name of the school, the number of students expelled and types of weapons involved as required by law.
School personnel shall refer any student who brings a firearm or weapon to school to law enforcement.
Technology Resources -- ACCEPTABLE STUDENT USE GUIDELINES
The Edison School District provides technology resources to its students and staff for educational and administrative purposes. The goal in providing these resources is to promote educational excellence in the Edison Schools by facilitating resource sharing, innovation and communication with the support and supervision of parents, teachers and support staff. The use of these technology resources is a privilege, not a right.
With access to computers and people all over the world comes the potential availability of material that may not be considered to be of educational value in the context of the school setting. Edison school district firmly believes that the value of information, interaction, and research capabilities available outweighs the possibility that users may obtain material that is not consistent with the educational goals of the district.
Proper behavior, as it relates to the use of computers, is no different than proper behavior in all other aspects of Edison school activities. All users are expected to use the computers and computer networks in a responsible, ethical, and polite manner. This document is intended to clarify those expectations as they apply to computer and network usage and is consistent with District Policy JS.
USE OF TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES IS A PRIVILEGE, NOT A RIGHT
Definition of District Technology Resources
The District's computer systems and networks are any configuration of hardware, firmware and software. The systems and networks include all of the computer hardware, operating system software, application software, stored text, and data files. This includes electronic mail, local databases, externally accessed databases (such as the Internet), CD-ROM, optical media, clip art, digital images, digitized information, communications technologies, all portable devices including personal devices using our network/wireless, and new technologies as they become available. The District reserves the right to monitor all technology resource activity.
Acceptable Use
The District's technology resources will be used only for learning, teaching and administrative purposes consistent with the District's mission and goals. Commercial use of the District's system is strictly prohibited.
The District will make training available to all users in the proper use of the system and will make copies of acceptable use guidelines available to all users. All training in the use of the District's system will emphasize the ethical use of this resource.
Software or external data, such as but not limited to audio files, graphics, video, and voice clips, may not be placed or accessed on any Edison computer, whether stand-alone or networked to the District's system, without permission from technology administrator.
Other issues applicable to acceptable use are:
1. Copyright: All users are expected to follow existing copyright laws and fair usage act.
2. Supervision and permission: Student use of the computers and computer network is only allowed when supervised or granted permission by a staff member.
3. Attempting to log on or logging on to a computer or email system by using another's password and/or assisting others in violating this rule by sharing information or passwords is illegal.
4. Improper use of any computer or the network is prohibited. This includes the following:
• Use of technology resources must be supportive of educational objectives and be consistent with the mission and curriculum of the district.
• Users must abide by local, state, and federal laws, such as but not limited to the Copyright Law, licensing laws, privacy laws, and school board policies and regulations, as well as District and school-based guidelines.
• No student shall access, create, transmit, retransmit or forward material or information:
o that promotes violence or advocates destruction of property
o that is not related to district objectives
o that contains pornographic, obscene or other sexually-oriented materials
o that harasses, threatens, demeans, or promotes violence or hatred against another person or persons with regard to race, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital status, disability or handicap
o for personal profit, financial gain, advertising, or political purpose
o that plagiarizes the work of another
o that uses offensive or profane language likely to offend others
o that is knowingly false or could be intended to harm reputations
o in violation of any law, not limited to copyrighted material
o that accesses fee services without specific written permission
• No student shall attempt to gain unauthorized access or attempt to bypass or hack the computer system.
• Students will only access their own network account. They will maintain the confidentiality of passwords. They will not use another individual’s network account without written permission.
• No student shall attempt to modify current settings on school computers.
• Students may not use the school network for downloading without the teacher’s permission.
• Students will be held legally responsible for vandalism to school computers to include damage, modification, and abuse or network hacking. This includes the introduction of computer viruses and use of encryption software.
• Students will not use school computers for personal e-mail or instant messaging.
• Students will not spread untruths about a person that lowers the affected individual in the eyes of the community reading the message.
• Students will report inappropriate material found on any school computer.
• Students will only use computers under the supervision of a teacher.
• Students acknowledge that Edison School District is not responsible for the actions of any user nor the character or accuracy of any information accessed.
• Students understand that once information is sent electronically the student loses control of who may see and access that information.
System Access
Access to the District's network systems will be governed as follows:
1. Students will have access to the District's resources for class assignments and research with their teacher's permission and/or supervision.
2. Students with accounts will be required to maintain password confidentiality by not sharing the password with others.
3. Any system user identified as a security risk or having violated District Acceptable Use Guidelines may be denied access to the District's system. Other consequences may also be assigned.
Individual User Responsibilities
The following standards will apply to all users of the District's computer network systems:
1. The individual in whose name a system account is issued will be responsible at all times for its proper use.
2. The system may not be used for illegal purposes, in support of illegal activities, or for any other activity prohibited by district guidelines or classroom rules.
3. System users may not use another system account. This is considered to be identity theft and may be prosecuted.
4. System users are asked to purge outdated files on a regular basis.
Vandalism Prohibited
Any malicious attempt to harm or destroy District equipment or materials, data of another user of the District's system, or any of the agencies or other networks to which the District has access is prohibited. Deliberate attempts to degrade, hack or disrupt system performance may be viewed as violations of district guidelines and, possibly, as criminal activity under applicable state and federal laws. This includes, but is not limited to, the uploading or creating of computer viruses.
Vandalism as defined above will result in the cancellation of system use privileges, possible prosecution, and will require restitution for costs associated with system restoration, hardware, or software costs.
Forgery Prohibited
Forgery or attempted forgery of electronic messages is prohibited. Attempts to read, delete, copy, or modify the electronic mail of other system users or deliberate interference with the ability of other system users to send/receive electronic mail is prohibited.
Cyber Bullying Prohibited
Consistent with recent court rulings throughout the nation, Edison school district is well within its legal rights to intervene in cyber bullying incidents—even if those incidents were initiated off-campus—if it can be demonstrated that the incident resulted in a substantial disruption of the educational environment.
Cyber bullying involves the use of information and technology such as e-mail, instant messaging, the publishing of defamatory personal websites, and online personal polling web sites that are used to support conscious, willful, deliberate, repeated, and threatening behavior by one or more people with the intent to harm others.
Information Content/Third Party Supplied Information
System users and parents of students with access to the District's system should be aware that use of the system may provide access to other electronic communications systems outside the District's networks that may contain inaccurate and/or objectionable material.
A student bringing prohibited materials into the school's electronic environment will be subject to a suspension and/or a revocation of privileges on the District's system and will be subject to disciplinary action in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct. This could result in loss of credit for students.
Network Etiquette
System users are expected to observe the following network etiquette (also known as netiquette):
1. Use appropriate language: swearing, vulgarity, ethnic or racial slurs, and any other inflammatory language are prohibited.
2. Pretending to be someone else when sending/receiving messages is identity theft and is illegal.
3. Submitting, publishing or displaying any defamatory, inaccurate, racially offensive, abusive, obscene, profane, sexually oriented, or threatening materials or messages either public or private.
4. Revealing personal information such as addresses or phone numbers of users or other users is prohibited.
5. Using the network in such a way that would disrupt the use of the network by other users is illegal.
6. Be polite. For example, messages typed in capital letters are the computer equivalent of shouting and are considered rude.
Termination/Revocation of System User Account
The District may suspend or revoke a system user's access to the District's system upon indication of violation of District policy and/or administrative regulations regarding acceptable use.
Termination of a student's access will be effective on the date the principal receives notice of user withdrawal or of revocation of system privileges, or on a future date if so specified in the notice.
Consequences of Improper Use
Improper or unethical use may result in disciplinary actions consistent with the existing discipline policy and, if appropriate, applicable state and federal laws. This may also require restitution for costs associated with system restoration, hardware, or software costs.
Disclaimer
The District's system is provided on an "as is, as available" basis. The District does not make any warranties, whether expressed or implied, including, without limitation, those of fitness for a particular purpose with respect to any services provided by the system and any information or software contained therein. The District uses a variety of vendor-supplied hardware and software. Therefore, the District does not warrant that the functions or services performed by, or that the information or software contained on the system will meet the user's requirements. Neither does the District warrant that the system will be uninterrupted or error-free, nor that defects will be corrected.
Opinions, advice, services, and all other information expressed by system users, information providers, service providers, or other third party individuals in the system are those of the providers and not necessarily the District.
The District will cooperate fully with local, state, or federal officials in any investigation concerning or relating to misuse of the District's computer systems and networks.
Electronic Mail
• Students may be granted temporary e-mail accounts at the discretion of the administration and classroom teacher.
SCHOOL BUS RULES
PREVIOUS TO LOADING: (On road and at school)
1. Be on time at the designated school bus stops.
2. Stay off the road at all times while waiting for the bus.
3. Wait until the bus comes to a complete stop before attempting to enter the school bus.
4. Bus riders should not move toward the bus at the school-loading zone until the buses have been brought to a complete stop.
5. Drivers will not accept other students on a bus without a note from parents giving permission to ride the bus to another student’s bus stop.
WHILE ON THE BUS:
1. Keep hands and heads inside the bus at all times after entering and until leaving the bus.
2. Assist in keeping the bus safe and sanitary at all times.
3. Remember that loud talking and laughing or unnecessary confusion diverts the driver's attention and may result in serious accidents. Be silent at all railroad crossings so that the driver can safely negotiate the crossing.
4. Treat the bus equipment as you would valuable furniture in your own home. Damage to seats, etc., must be paid for by the offender.
5. Keep books, packages, coats and all other objects out of the aisles.
6. Pets, glass containers, sharp instruments, or other items that could endanger the lives, health or safety of the passengers and driver are prohibited on the bus.
7. Objects may not by throw out of the bus window.
8. Bus riders are not permitted to leave their seat while the bus is in motion.
9. Horseplay is not permitted around or on the school bus.
10. Bus riders are expected to be courteous to fellow students and the bus driver.
11. In case of a road emergency, passengers are governed by the orders of the driver.
12. Seat belts must be fastened in all suburban’s and vans.
13. In general, school rules apply.
AFTER LEAVING THE BUS:
1. Cross the road, when necessary, at least ten feet in front of the bus but only after looking to be sure that no traffic is approaching from either direction.
2. The driver will not discharge riders at places other than the regular bus stop or at school except when written permission for change is requested by parents.
EXTRA-CURRICULAR TRIPS: (Such as Career Start/College, sports, field trips, etc)
1. The above bus rules and regulations apply to any trip under school sponsorship.
2. All participating students will be expected to ride the bus to and from activity events. If, for sake of convenience, a student is to ride home with an adult other than the parent, personal contact from the student's own parent or written/text permission from the student's own parent will be required before permission will be granted. Parents will sign the student out with the coach or trip sponsor.
SPECIAL NOTICE:
The bus driver has the authority to assign seats. Any student may be refused transportation if they refuse to abide by the rules and regulations.
Violations of these rules may result in temporary or permanent suspension from the bus.
STAFF PROTECTION
The following procedures shall be followed in instances of assault, disorderly conduct, harassment or alleged criminal offense by a student directed toward a teacher or school employee. These same procedures shall be followed in instances of damage by a student to the personal property of a teacher or school employee occurring on school district premises.
1. The teacher or employee shall file a written complaint with the building principal, the superintendent’s office and the Board of Education.
2. The principal, after receipt both of the complaint and adequate proof of the charges, shall suspend the student for three (3) days in accordance with established procedures.
3. The superintendent shall initiate procedures for the further suspension or expulsion of the student when injury or property damage has occurred.
4. The superintendent or his designee shall report the incident to the district attorney or the appropriate local law enforcement agency or officer who shall then investigate the incident to determine the appropriateness of filing criminal charges or initiating delinquency proceedings.
STUDENT RECORDS
1. Access to Records: District staff members allowed access to a student’s records shall be those employed in School District 54JT and the Pikes Peak board of Cooperative Services who have a legitimate educational interest in the student, including teachers, counselors, administrators, and others. Such persons shall use student records solely for the purpose of teaching or counseling the student, for legitimate administrative consideration, or for the purpose of keeping records up to date for making the records available to other authorized persons as described in this Policy.
A student’s record shall, upon request, be made available to the parent or legal guardian of the student or to the student themselves, after he/she reaches the age of 18 years (eligible student). At age 18 all rights under the Policy belong solely to the student unless he/she is dependent under Section 152 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954. The parent or eligible student shall be given access to the student’s records in the presence of a school staff member designated by the building principal and shall be given professional assistance in interpreting the records if requested.
The parent or eligible student also shall be furnished reproduced copies of the student’s record made by the school at the school’s cost of reproducing such records. Requests to see a student’s records or to obtain copies thereof shall be complied with by the school within three (3) working days.
2. Restricted Access: Release of student records, except directory information, to anyone other than school and BOCES staff members designated in the Policy and to the parent and eligible student as provided above shall be prohibited, except upon written consent of such parents or eligible student specifying to whom the records are to be released to comply with a judicial order or subpoena without parental consent.
A log shall be maintained as a part of each student’s record, listing all releases of information from the record. The log shall include the name of the person making the request, his title or position, the reason for the request, and the date. Directory information about students may be released without parental consent. Such directory information shall be limited to the following: name of the student, address, telephone number, date and place of birth, school activities, height and weight, dates of attendance honors and awards, and previous school attended. Such information, however, shall not be released to any company or organization desiring to use the information for sales, promotional or other commercial purposes. Also, information of a statistical nature may be released without parental consent provided that the individual students and parents are not identified in any way.
3. Custodian of Student Records: The custodian of records is the school secretary. The person in charge of supervising student records shall be the Edison principals or the principal of the school where the student last attended, whichever is applicable.
4. Challenge of Student Records: A parent or eligible student may challenge the contents of his/her student’s records if he/she has reason to believe that the records are inaccurate, misleading, or are otherwise in violation of the privacy or other rights of the student.
A parent or eligible student who so challenges a record shall be provided with an informal hearing by the principal to determine if a correction should be made in the records, a deletion of material, or an insertion of a written explanation. This does not entitle the parent or eligible student to dispute whether a particular grade or score was correctly entered. The final decision shall rest with the principal.
If the parent or eligible student does not agree with the principal’s decision, a formal hearing shall be provided before the Board of Education. The hearing shall:
a. Be scheduled at the next Board meeting following receipt of a written request from the parent or eligible student asking for a formal hearing.
b. Provide a full and fair opportunity to present relevant evidence.
c. Provide a written decision within ten (10) days after the hearing.
5. Public Notice: The superintendent shall take action to give public notice periodically of the provisions of this Policy. Return of the parental letter indicating that they have read this handbook constitutes that they understand the Edison policy on student records and accept Edison release of directory information as indicated.
6. Retention of Records: Edison School District will only retain transcript data permanently in the student’s record. All other information shall be destroyed three years after the student concludes attendance in the School District or graduates the twelfth grade. Transcript data shall be limited to the name of the student, date of birth, address, names of parents, local identification number, state identification number, school activities, honors and awards, dates of attendance, scholastic grades, rank in class, grade level attained, and year completed.
7. Filing of Complaint: Any parent or eligible student has the right to file a written complaint to the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare to report an alleged violation of the provisions of the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974.
Concurrent Enrollment Opportunities:
EDISON SCHOOL DISTRICT 54JT File IHCDA
The Edison Board of Education believes that concurrent enrollment education is a privilege students earn through meritorious academic performance and sustained mature behavior. The State of Colorado provides options to high school students under twenty-one years of age who display those characteristics and Edison School District will allow college ready students to launch their college career early so that they might experience more challenging educational venues and access academic classes which may not be available through high school level courses. To that end, concurrent enrollment classes on the Edison campus and at local public colleges and universities are available to qualified Edison High School students.
Student Eligibility and Responsibilities for the Concurrent Enrollment Program:
1. Edison High School students in grades 9 & 10 may enroll in up to 6 district funded concurrent college credit hours per semester on campus. Students may not enroll in basic skills or remedial college course work.
2. Edison High School students in grade 11 may enroll in up to 9 district funded concurrent college credit hours per semester on or off campus. Students may go off campus only if there is not an on campus course offering. Students may not enroll in basic skills or remedial college course work.
3. Edison High School students in grade 12 may enroll in up to 12 district funded concurrent college credit hours per semester on or off campus. Students may go off campus only if there is not an on campus course offering. Students may enroll in basic skills or remedial classes if necessary based on their Accuplacer score. Edison High School students in grade 12 who have been retained for instructional purposes may enroll in not more than 9 district funded concurrent college credit hours per academic semester.
4. Concurrent enrollment students must enroll in guaranteed college transfer credit classes or an approved Career and Technical Education (CTE) program.
5. Concurrent enrollment students must apply for Colorado Opportunity Funds (COF).
6. Concurrent classes must fit with the student’s Individual Career and Academic Plan (ICAP).
7. All applicants must have a minimum grade point average of 3.5 with grades of not lower than “B” in the core classes of English, Math, Social Studies and Science.
8. Applicants in grade 9 without a high school GPA must be identified as “Gifted and Talented” or have attained an “Advanced” rating in each area of their most recent Colorado State Test.
9. Applicants must demonstrate that the logical continuation of their transcribed high school studies requires course work not offered through resident campus classes and/or concurrent enrollment classes offered at Edison High School in order to attend an off campus college setting.
10. Applicants must have the recommendation of the Concurrent Enrollment Board of Review.
11. Applicants must complete their college’s enrollment process, obtain a student number and complete the Accuplacer Test through Pikes Peak Community College.
12. Concurrent enrollment students will submit weekly documentation to the school showing evidence of regular attendance and eligibility status.
13. At the end of each semester, concurrent enrollment students will provide the high school career and guidance counselor with a copy of their college transcript.
Concurrent Enrollment Application Process:
1. Applicants must submit a completed Edison High School concurrent enrollment application with a copy of their Accuplacer results by March 1 of the year prior to desired enrollment.
2. Applicants must interview with the Concurrent Enrollment Board of Review which will offer a recommendation to the administration for final decision on the student’s application.
3. Applicants must have completed the prerequisites for their desired college classes.
4. Applicants must provide written and signed evidence of parental permission and their understanding and agreement of attendance and academic requirements and responsibilities.
Concurrent Enrollment Requirements:
1. Concurrent enrollment students are required to meet academic standards in order to continue in the program. Students must get a grade of “C” or above on the semester grade reporting in all classes. If the student does not meet this standard, the student will be placed on academic watch for the following semester. If the student does not meet the standards in their academic watch semester, they will not be allowed to continue in the program.
2. Concurrent enrollment students are allowed not more than five absences per academic semester and will inform the guidance counselor, principal and or front office when they will be absent. Excessive absences may result in the withdrawal of the student from their program. Tardiness is also included in the count: whereas four times tardy is equal to one absence. “School related” absences are events that the student is required to attend. These are the only absences not included in the quarter or semester count. Only the high school principal/designee may call and authorize a “school related” absence. In some circumstances, the high school administration may choose that their students must attend their off-campus classes even when the high school is closed.
3. Failure to meet attendance or academic requirements will necessitate the student and/or their parents to reimburse Edison School District the tuition, student fees, and textbook costs paid for the concurrent enrollment classes on behalf of the student. The student may retake classes at a later date at their own expense.
4. Concurrent enrollment students attending Pikes Peak Community College who are juniors and younger than 18 years old, must use transportation provided by Edison School District. **unless parents request an exception**. (Freshman and Sophomores will only take concurrent enrollment classes on Edison Campus). Seniors, and Juniors 18 years old or older, are encouraged to use district transportation but have the option to transport themselves. These students must declare themselves in writing as riders or non-riders of district provided transportation. Students attending institutions other than the PPCC Centennial Campus must provide their own transportation.
5. Junior students taking off campus college classes are required to attend afternoon classes at Edison High School and must be at their classes on time. Seniors may be required to attend afternoon classes at Edison High School in order to meet graduation requirements.
6. Concurrent enrollment students will submit weekly documentation to the guidance counselor / principal showing evidence of eligibility status no documentation will result in a non-eligible status.
Edison High School Responsibilities and Procedures for the Concurrent Enrollment Program:
1. The high school career and guidance counselor / principal will ensure students grades are posted to transcripts. Concurrent enrollment grades will be weighted for high school transcripts so that: A =5.00 GPA weight; B = 4.00 GPA weight; C = 3.00 GPA weight (D’s and F’s are not weighted)
2. The high school counselor / principal will monitor the academic progress and athletic eligibility of concurrent enrollment students.
3. If a student takes more than the allowed number of credits per semester they will be required to pay for the extra hours at the highest rate of all credit hours taken. The cost of books and fees must also be paid to Edison High School.
4. Edison High School will fund tuition, enrollment fees, and course-required textbooks, for the allowable credit hours for students in grades 9-12.
5. Concurrent enrollment students must purchase their necessary textbooks through third party billing.
6. Students who voluntarily drop out or withdraw from the concurrent program will be required to reimburse Edison School District the entire amount of tuition, textbook and fee costs paid by Edison School District to the off-campus institution on behalf of the student.
Disallowance of Eligibility and/or Course Selection Appeal Process:
Eligibility for concurrent enrollment classes and the student’s desired class selection will be evaluated by the high school administration to ensure the student’s selections are academically appropriate and that their graduation requirements and ICAP will be fulfilled. Should the high school administration disallow the student’s request, the student will be so informed in writing with reasons for the disallowance. Should the student decide to appeal the decision of the administration, he/she will be provided a copy of the procedures and the forms necessary to make a formal appeal to the Board of Education. Appeal to the Board of Education must be submitted within 10 school days of the disallowance notice. The decision of the Board of Education is final.
OFF CAMPUS EDUCATION: Vocational (Career Start)
CAREER-TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS
The Edison Board of Education believes that off-campus education is a privilege students earn through meritorious academic performance and sustained mature behavior. Edison School District will allow students in grades 11 and 12 who display those characteristics to access off-campus career-technical education programs not available at Edison High School. Edison School District approved career-technical education programs are the Career Start at Pikes Peak Community College (PPCC) and the Cosmetology Program at the International Salon and Spa Academy (ISSA). Other career-technical education programs may be approved on an individual basis.
Student Eligibility and Responsibilities for Off-Campus Career-Technical Education Programs:
1. Edison High School students who are in grades 11 and 12 are eligible to enroll in approved off-campus career-technical education programs.
2. Applicants must have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 with grades of not lower than ‘C’ in the core classes of English, Math, Social Studies, and Science.
3. Applicants must have the favorable recommendation of their class sponsor (with input from other teachers if necessary) and the favorable recommendation of the Career-Technical Education Enrollment Board of Review.
Career Technical Enrollment Application Process:
1. First-year career-technical education applicants must complete and submit a Career-Technical Education Application by January 15th of their sophomore year and attend orientation visits as may be required by their selected career-technical education institution.
2. First-year career-technical education applicants must interview with the high school Career-Technical Education Board of Review which will offer a recommendation to the administration for final decision of the student’s application. Second-year students with grades of less than a ‘B’ average in their off-campus or high school class work also must interview with the Career-Technical Education Board of Review to be considered for continuation.
3. First-year career-technical education applicants must provide written and signed evidence of parental permission and their understanding and agreement of off-campus attendance requirements.
Off Campus Career-Technical Education Attendance Requirements:
1. Career-technical education students are allowed no more than five absences per academic quarter and will inform the Principal when they will be absent. Excessive absences may result in the withdrawal of the student from their program. Tardiness is also included in the count: whereas four times tardy is equal to one absence. “School Related” absences are days that the student is required to remain at the high school. These are the only absences not included in the quarter or semester count. Examples of these absences are: testing, athletic participation, high school closures (snow, holiday etc). Only the high school principal/designee may call and authorize a “school related” absence. In some circumstances, the high school administration may choose that their students must attend their off-campus classes even when the high school is closed.
2. Students must maintain a GPA of 2.0 or better in both off-campus classes and classes taken at Edison High School. If the student’s grades fall below a 2.0 GPA on any campus, the student will return to classes full time at Edison High School.
3. Failure to meet attendance or academic requirements will necessitate the student and/or their parents to reimburse Edison School District the tuition and textbook costs paid to their off-campus institution on behalf of the student.
4. Career-technical students who are juniors and younger than 18 years old must use transportation provided by Edison School District. Seniors, and juniors 18 years old or older, are encouraged to use district transportation but have the option to transport themselves. Those students must declare themselves in writing as riders or non-riders of district provided transportation.
5. Career-technical students that are juniors are required to attend afternoon classes at Edison High School and must be at their classes on time.
6. Career-technical students will submit weekly documentation to the guidance counselor/principal showing evidence of eligibility status, no documentation will result in a non-eligibility status.
Edison High School Responsibilities and Procedures for the Career-Technical Enrollment Program:
1. The high school office staff will ensure student grades are posted to transcripts.
2. The high school counselor / principal will monitor the academic progress and athletic eligibility of the career-technical students who are in their sponsored class.
Edison School District Responsibilities and Procedures for the Career Start Program:
1. Edison School District will fund tuition, mandatory enrollment fees, and course-required textbooks for students enrolled in off-campus career-technical education classes.
2. Edison School will provide transportation to Pikes Peak Community College Centennial Campus only. If a program is chosen outside of this location, student is responsible for their own transportation.
3. Career-technical education students will purchase their necessary textbooks and provide the Board of Education a copy of their paid receipt for reimbursement.
4. Membership fees and/or dues of student organizations or clubs and class associated supplies are the responsibility of the student.
5. Fees and/or dues incurred because of requirements incident to class associated professional organizations, background investigations, drug screening, insurance, or other course-specific requirements are the responsibility of the student.
6. Failure in one or more career-technical classes funded by Edison School District will necessitate the student and/or their parents to reimburse Edison School District the entire amount of tuition, textbook, and fee costs paid by Edison School District to the off-campus institution on behalf of the student.
7. Students who voluntarily drop out of their career-technical education program after the official add/drop day will be required to reimburse Edison School District the entire amount of tuition, textbook, and fee costs paid by Edison School District to the off-campus institution on behalf of the student.
Disallowance of Eligibility and/or Course Selection Appeal Process:
Eligibility for off-campus classes and the student’s desired course selection will be evaluated by the high school administration to ensure the student’s selections are academically appropriate and that their graduation requirements will be fulfilled. Should the high school administration disallow the student’s request, the student will be so informed in writing with reasons for the disallowance. Should the student decide to appeal the decision of the administration, he/she will be provided a copy of the procedures and the forms necessary to make a formal appeal to the Board of Education. Appeal to the Board of Education must be submitted within 10 school days of the disallowance notice. The decision of the Board of Education is final.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Graduation requirements for Edison School District 54JT are as follows:
1. Complete a minimum of twenty-four (24) full-credit classes or equivalent. A full-credit Edison High School class is one which will produce .5 credits per semester or 1.0 credit per academic year for transcript purposes. A three semester-hour college class will produce 1.0 credit per semester for transcript purposes.
2. Complete four (4) years of senior high school attendance. Early graduation will be approved, upon student application, by the school board in accordance with district policy.
3. Complete the required credits which are:
Required Courses Credits
1 year of Physical Education/Health 1
4 years of English 4
3 years of Social Studies (Civics mandatory) 3
3 years of Mathematics 3
3 years of Science 3
1 year of Computer 1
Core Electives Credits 4
Choice Elective Credits 5
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4. The Colorado Commission on Higher Education has stipulated that students graduating from high school in spring 2010 and after, and entering college as a freshman, must have completed a fourth year of mathematics (including at least courses that are the equivalent of Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II), and one year of foreign language. Electives may include foreign language courses taken in addition to the requirement. This is for students planning to attend four year universities in Colorado.
5. Elective/College or Vocational Credits: Students will attain credits in other courses necessary to attain 24 total credits. Four of these credits must be core or academic electives (World Literature, Psychology, Physics, etc.). The remaining five credits are choice electives.
Work study credits cannot exceed a total of four choice credits. Vocational courses will not exceed five credits per scholastic year. The Principal may approve substitutions of credits to meet the board policy on required credits for graduation.
6. Graduating students shall be recommended by the Superintendent and shall have completed all requirements of the Board of Education and the State of Colorado to receive a high school diploma.
7. Adjustments in these requirements may be made upon the recommendation of the Superintendent and with the approval of the Board of Education. Any student requiring an adjustment will make written application to the administration. Upon receiving an application for adjustment, the administration will review the records, confer with the student’s teachers and then hold a conference with the student. The Superintendent will then make a decision in reference to the adjustment and notify the student in writing of that decision. The Superintendent’s decision will be final.
HEALTH PROGRAMS AT SCHOOL
School Nursing services are provided by contract through the Pikes Peak BOCES. The nurse covers more than one district and is available in our district on scheduled days throughout the school year. The nurse may be contacted by calling our school or by calling the BOCES office at 570-7474 and leaving a message.
Screenings:
Health – Please complete and return all health forms. Please inform school if your student has special health concerns. School professional staff is informed about students who may have a special health need while in their classroom.
Vision – Grades K--9 and other students as indicated. Referrals are sent home after a student fails the second screening.
Hearing – Grades K--9, and other students as indicated. Referrals are sent home after a student fails the second screening.
Special Education – As indicated per review/referral process.
Child Find / Preschool – As indicated per district.
Other Screenings – Provided as the need and time permit.
Immunizations:
Colorado School Health Laws require that all students show a Certificate of Immunization or Letter of Exemption to attend school. Immunization requirements will be strictly enforced for all students. Students who do not meet the requirements will be denied attendance. Please respond as soon as possible if you receive notification that your child’s record is lacking immunization information.
Illness:
Please DO NOT send a sick student to school. Every effort will be made to contact the parent/guardian of a student who becomes sick so that the student can be sent home. Please provide an alternate contact in the event school staff is unable to reach you.
Injury/Emergency:
No treatment of injuries except basic first aid shall be administered in the school. First aid is the immediate help given by the best-qualified person at hand in case of an accident or sudden illness. Please complete ALL emergency information the school requests of you. Every effort will be made to contact parent/guardian. Please inform school of any changes of address, phone numbers, or workplace or any special instructions you may have regarding your student. If school staff is unable to contact a parent/guardian, the student may be transported to the nearest medical facility as warranted by the situation.
Other Health Services:
The school nurse is available for assistance with medical referral, financial referral for health needs, emergency first aid, health consultation, etc.
MEDICATION AT SCHOOL
If your child must have medication of any type, including over-the-counter medicine, given during school hours, you may:
1. Come to the school and give it to the child at the appropriate time.
2. Discuss with your doctor an alternative schedule of medication so it can be given outside of school hours.
3. Provide a note from the doctor that indicates drug, dose, time to be given at school, with doctor’s signature or stamp or use the school form (properly completed).
a. You must provide the medication in a properly labeled pharmacy container, which would include: student’s name, doctor’s name, administration instructions and dosage.
b. Over-the-counter medication: medication in a new unopened bottle with all labels intact, accompanied by the doctor’s and parental written instructions. (Even Tums and cough drops are considered medicine.)
These requirements protect those giving the medications and insure the safety of your child. As such, they will be followed strictly. This policy is not intended to make things difficult for you, but to insure the health and well being of all students.
Remember, the only way we can give medication at school is with properly completed documentation from you and your doctor and a properly labeled container of medication.
Medicaid Program AT SCHOOL
In 1988 a Federal law, PL-100-360, was passed permitting Medicaid to partially reimburse schools for health and related services provided to any child enrolled in a state Medicaid program. In 1997 a Colorado law, SB-101, was passed authorizing school districts and BOCES to obtain reimbursements for health and related services.
Health and related services are those types of professional services provided by audiologists, nurses, occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech pathologists, licensed counselors, licensed social workers, psychologists, orientation and mobility specialists, and some other additional services.
Participation in the school Medicaid program will not affect individual Medicaid benefit coverage. The reimbursement the district receives is totally separate from the Medicaid coverage supported by the state of Colorado in that it is federally funded specifically for schools.
The district is a Medicaid provider. The district will conduct a billing process to obtain reimbursement for services provided from the federal government through the BOCES.
Participation in the school Medicaid program is voluntary and does not affect school services that may be provided to a student. Any parent/guardian or eligible student (18 years or older) who does not want to participate in the school Medicaid program must notify the school in writing. Forms to decline participation are available in the school office.
Not allowing the district to bill for services provided reduces the amount of reimbursement the district receives.
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