Cheldelin Middle School

Student Handbook 2018 - 2019

Revised June 2018

The Corvallis School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship, color, disability, gender expression, gender

identity, national origin, parental or marital status, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities, and

provides equal access to designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding

discrimination: Jennifer Duvall, Human Resources Director and Title IX Coordinator, jennifer.duvall@corvallis.k12.or.us 541-

757-5840 | 1555 SW 35th Street, Corvallis, OR 97333

WELCOME CHELDELIN COUGAR STUDENTS AND PARENTS!

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Our Mission To foster each individual student’s growth academically, emotionally, and socially by

challenging, engaging and inspiring all students, allowing them to reach their potential.

Our School Cheldelin was built in 1967. Our school was named in honor of Vernon H. Cheldelin, the founding

director of the Institute of Science at Oregon State University and longtime member of the Corvallis

School Board. Our school mascot is the cougar and school colors are blue and gold. Cheldelin has an

enrollment of approximately 600 students, grades six through eight.

Academic Program Our academic program is designed to help students move smoothly from elementary school to sixth grade

and from eighth grade to high school. Students at the middle school level differ from elementary and high

school students in important ways. Our staff responds to the unique characteristics of this age group by

developing policies and programs that create opportunities for all students to be recognized as special,

contributing individuals, regardless of developmental or social status. We strive to provide an underlying

environment of consistency, structure, and support that is crucial to the success of middle-school learners.

School Communications Clear communication with parents and guardians is a vital component of a successful middle school

experience. Parents and guardians are invited to be a partner in their child’s education. Research shows

that student learning is enhanced when parents demonstrate interest in their student’s learning, provide

assistance and encouragement, and set up specific study times with clear expectations.

Please keep your contact information up to date (phone number, address, email) so we can easily reach

you, if necessary.

We welcome you to the Cheldelin community, and look forward to a fulfilling year of student learning

and growth.

Cheldelin Middle School Office Staff

Principal Darren Bland 541-757-5971

Assistant Principal Kyle Mabry 541-757-5971

Counselor Deb Harry 541-757-3906

Office Manager Jolie Richard 541-757-3973

Registrar Annette Chambers 541-766-4820

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Attendance Karen Robinson 541-757-5972

School Office Main Phone 541-757-5971

Fax 541-757-4596

Any Staff Member’s E-mail address firstname.lastname@corvallis.k12.or.us

OFFICE HOURS During the school year, Cheldelin's office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Corvallis School DISTRICT STUDENT/PARENT HANDBOOK The complete Corvallis School District Student/Parent Handbook is available on the Corvallis School

District website at www.csd509j.net or the Cheldelin Middle School website. The Student/Parent

Handbook covers a wide range of questions about school and district policies and expectations, along

with process explanations. You are encouraged to visit the website.

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BELL SCHEDULE

Monday,

Tuesday,Wednesday

Thursday Friday

Activity Time Activity Time Activity Time

1st 8:55-9:45 am 1st 8:55-10:05 am 2nd 8:55-10:05 am

2nd 9:50-10:35 am Break 10:05-10:15 am Break 10:05-10:15 am

Break 10:35-10:45 am 3rd 10:20-11:25 am 4th 10:20-11:25 am

3rd 10:50-11:35 am Advisor 11:30-12:00 Advisor 11:30-12:05 pm

4th 11:40-12:25 pm XLT

Intervention 12:05-12:35 pm XLT

Advisor 12:10-12:45 pm

Lunch 12:25-1:05 pm Lunch 12:35-1:15 pm Lunch 12:45-1:25 pm

5th 1:10-1:55 pm 5th 1:20-2:25 pm 6th 1:30-2:35 pm

6th 2:00-2:45 pm 7th 2:30-3:35 pm

7th 2:50-3:35 pm

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General Information

ANNOUNCEMENTS At the beginning of first period each day, announcements are read which include information of

importance to the student body. In order for an announcement to be read, it must be signed by a staff

member and submitted to the office by 3:00 pm a day in advance. Appropriate messages are those of

interest to the majority of the student body. Student birthdays are announced at this time. There is a copy

of the announcements order form available in a folder in the office.

ATTENDANCE Educational research shows that students who attend school less than 90% of the time during the middle

school years are at much higher risk of dropping out of high school. To have excellent attendance, a

student should attend 94% of the time. There are compulsory attendance laws in Oregon requiring all

students between age 7 and age 18 who have not completed high school to regularly attend school

Students are expected to be in school on time every day that school is in session. If a student is absent, it

is the parent/guardian’s responsibility to notify the school office at 541-757-5972, ideally before 9:00 am

on the day of the absence. You may call at any time to leave attendance messages; voice mail is available

after hours and on weekends. The office will call parents of students with unexcused absences on the day

of the absence.

Absences

Absences will be considered EXCUSED for the following reasons: illness or injury, medical or dental

appointments; serious illness, death, or emergency in the immediate family; religious instruction (under

conditions specified by Oregon law), legal or court appointments, and absences approved in advance by

the school principal (e.g. pre-arranged vacations or trips, pre-arranged lessons or extra-curricular

activities.) For a pre-arranged absence, it is expected that the student’s attendance is otherwise good, and

that arrangements are made in advance for the student to make up work he or she will miss.

Absences for any reason not listed above will be considered UNEXCUSED, whether it is the fault of the

student or the parent, and may include absences due to: truancy, oversleeping, missing the bus or other

transportation problems, shopping, haircut, and/or babysitting (list is not exhaustive).

Students with excessive absences – including excused absences - may be required to present a doctor’s

note validating illness each time the student misses school. Parents will be notified by mail if this

becomes necessary.

If you have questions about whether an absence is excused or unexcused, or other attendance related

issues, please contact the school office at 541-757-5972.Tardies

Students are expected to be in class on time with all of their required materials to participate. Students

who arrive late need to stop in the office to sign in and receive an admit slip. Students arriving late to

school without a written excuse from their parent or guardian will be considered tardy.

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BACKPACK POLICY Backpacks should be kept in lockers and not brought to class or left in hallways. Small string bags are

acceptable. This is a safety issue per the fire marshall.

BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (SCHOOL-WIDE)

Student Behavior Philosophy – Respect ~ Responsibility ~ Safety

At Cheldelin we work to create a culture of mutual respect, responsible actions and safe practices. Our

school community promotes personal, social, and intellectual growth by providing and modeling an

environment of clear communication, consideration, trust, and courtesy.

The purpose of our behavior system is to:

1. Create a safe learning environment, where students grow towards independence

2. Create a place where individual differences are valued and respected

3. Help students learn responsibility, self-management and positive citizenship

4. Create an atmosphere of respect where students can be successful in school academically,

socially, and physically.

We believe:

Social-emotional learning is equal in importance to academic learning.

Positive relationships should be cultivated and honored.

Prevention models are more effective than intervention models.

Effective systems across people, places and things promote success for kids and adults.

A positive school climate exemplifies trust and assumes best intentions.

Social-emotional learning is taught and re-taught just as any other area of learning.

Positive interactions are a more effective tool for shaping behavior than negative interactions.

Appropriate behavior as defined by Oregon law

Oregon law, ORS 339.250, states "Willful disobedience, open defiance of a teacher's authority, or the use

of profane or obscene language is sufficient cause for discipline, suspension, or expulsion from school."

In the classroom, students abide by the procedures set by individual teachers. Respectful and courteous

conduct is expected in hallways, on or near campus, at school events, at class parties, on field trips, and in

classrooms. Vulgarity, cursing, running, sparring, and shoving are types of behavior that will not be

tolerated.”

Positive Behavioral Supports

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Classroom Recognition

Individual teachers and teams will develop systems to recognize positive student behavior within the

classroom as part of a Classroom Management Plan. These may include verbal or written feedback,

public recognition or privileges.

School-wide Recognition for Citizenship

PAWS Card

PAWS (Positive Acts We See) is a school-wide behavior recognition system in which students receive a

PAWS card to celebrate positive student behavior. School staff may acknowledge students with a PAWS

card for any of the following actions:

- Acts of kindness

- Grade improvement

- Good decision-making, re: seat choice, socializing, etc.

- Self-direction—e.g., reading directions and getting started on work

- “Teaching” another student

- Patience/positive attitude

- Being inclusive with others

- Cleaning up, picking up litter, helping without being asked!

- Individual student progress on an academic, social or emotional goal

When a student receives a PAWS card, they may redeem it in the school store or use it for a variety of

activities and events throughout the school year. Students must redeem PAWS cards during break or

lunch when the school store is open.

School-wide Recognition for Academics

Academic Achievement

Students who have a 3.5 or higher grade point average, are full day students, have no “I” or “NG” grades

and have no more than two “P/NP” grades will be listed on the Honor Roll.

Academic Improvement

Students who have improved their grade point average by .5 or more will be listed on the Academic

Improvement Roll.

Student Support Room

The purpose of the Student Support Room is to provide a supportive environment where students can

address and resolve issues in a timely manner, and then return to the classroom as soon as possible. The

support room helps to maximize learning and reduce distractions in the classroom, allow students the time

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and place to calm down and re-focus themselves and help students learn steps in becoming more

responsible and self-directed.

Behavioral Consequences

Behavioral consequences, coupled with skill development, help support positive behavior choices at

school. We endeavor to create a system that provides both accountability and opportunity for student

growth. For this reason, we attempt to assign consequences that are proportional to the behavioral issue

(i.e. short detention for tardies). The following consequences are used as part of the School-wide

Behavioral Management System.

Detentions

Detentions are assigned by administration or behavior staff for behaviors that disrupt the learning

environment, or for common area infractions. Students are to report directly to the Student Support

Room (SSR) at the assigned time. Students are to bring work to occupy their time. All students are

expected to work quietly for the entire detention period.

In-School Suspension

In-school suspension is a consequence resulting from more serious or repeated disruptive behavior. A

student who is in-school suspended is placed for a period of time in the SSR or another suitable place in

the school. Schoolwork for the student is sent to that room to be completed by the student. The student

eats lunch in the SSR and is not allowed into the hall areas without being accompanied by an adult.

Out-of-School Suspension

Out-of-school suspension is a serious consequence. A student who has broken a rule in a major way or

has broken rules so often that it is entirely outside the realm of what can continue at school may be

suspended.

Any student who is out-of-school suspended may not return to school or be on any school district campus

during the period of suspension. That means that a student may not be on any school grounds, at any time

during the suspension for any activity or other reason without specific permission from the assistant

principal or principal.

Expulsion

Expulsion is used in only the most serious of circumstances. When a student is expelled, he or she may

not be on any district school grounds at any time for the rest of the expulsion. Students who are

suspended or expelled may make up school work.

Behavior Referrals

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When a student is unable to follow the Classroom Management Plan within the classroom or the

expectations within a common area, a referral will be written.

Examples of behaviors for which a referral will be written include, but are not limited to, disruption,

harassment, cheating, insubordination, etc. Students who receive a referral will be sent to the Student

Support Room (SSR) where they are expected to work with the Behavior Specialist to develop a plan that

allows them to return to instruction as soon as possible. If the behavior is of high severity, frequency or

duration, the Behavior Specialist will refer the student to an administrator.

BICYCLES Students should lock their bicycles any time they are brought to school at the bike racks in front of the

school. For safety reasons, students are asked to walk their bikes on the sidewalk. Under Oregon’s bike

helmet law, all bicycle riders under 16 years of age are required to wear protective headgear when riding

on premises open to the public. Riding bicycles during the school day is not allowed.

BUILDING HOURS Outside supervision is provided beginning at 8:00am, the cafeteria opens at 8:15 am, and students can

access the hallway/classrooms after the first bell rings at 8:45am. Students who need to meet with a

teacher before 8:45 am must make prior arrangements by getting a note of permission from the teacher.

After the 3:35 pm dismissal bell students are expected to leave the school building and grounds by

3:50pm unless they are participating in a school activity or have special permission from a teacher.

School doors and gates are locked by 4:15 pm.

BUSES

The school district provides transportation for students who live approximately 1.5 miles or more from

Cheldelin. The exception to this is students who attend Cheldelin on a transfer request, who are required

to provide their own transportation.

Information about boundaries and bus routes will be available from the school office, the district website,

First Student (541-752-0174) and in the Gazette Times about a week before Labor Day. Morning and

afternoon route numbers may differ.

On the bus the driver is in charge and students are expected to follow the instructions of their driver.

Until the student boards the bus, the adults on duty are in charge. While students are riding the bus, they

are also under the school officials' control and are expected to follow bus/school rules. It is the students'

responsibility to know these rules. Bus drivers are responsible for the safety of students and therefore,

will let the school officials know about students who break safety rules. Time spent on district-provided

busing is an extension of the school day in that all rules and policies apply.

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Consequences for Bus Citations

1st citation = conference with the student

2nd citation = a lunch detention

3rd citation = a 5 day suspension from all buses

4th citation = a 30 day suspension from all buses

More than four citations in a school year = A meeting with First Student, student, parent and school

administrator is required. Student may lose bus privileges for the remainder of the year.

Bus Boarding Rules

● Students may not load the bus until the following has occurred:

○ The bus comes to a complete stop.

○ The door is opened.

○ The person on duty gives the signal for students to proceed.

○ The students should board the bus in an orderly fashion.

● School rules apply at all times.

● Remember:

○ G-rated language.

○ Orderly boarding--no pushing or shoving.

○ Fairness in line--no cutting in line or saving places in line.

○ No bikes, skateboards or skates may be ridden in the bus pick-up area.

CLOSED CAMPUS

The campus is closed from the time students arrive in the morning until dismissal in the afternoon.

Students are to remain on school grounds during that time unless they have permission to leave from the

office and parents.

COMPLAINTS 509J School Board Administrative Regulation KL-AR outlines the district complaint procedure.

Generally, if a student or parent has a complaint about an employee, policy, or practice, it is appropriate

to address the appropriate employee informally and orally. If that conversation does not resolve the issue,

then it would appropriate to address the complaint to the principal or departmental supervisor.

COUNSELING/GUIDANCE The Cheldelin Counselor provides students, families and staff with added support in orienting new

students and dealing with personal conflicts and problems that interfere with student learning. If a parent

believes that the counselor should be involved, the counselor may be contacted by calling the Counseling

Office at 541-757-3906.

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DRESS CODE The goal of the Cheldelin Middle School dress code is to balance the need for maintaining a learning-

focused environment with an awareness that adolescents are unique individuals and that a one-size-fits-all

approach may not be effective. With that in mind, we will be following some guiding principles regarding

dress. These principles align with our building expectations around Safety, Responsibility and Respect

and we will revisit them throughout the year.

Safety

Clothing should not pose a safety hazard.

Eyes should be visible at all times.

Responsibility

Clothing should allow for a full range of motion and full participation in all school activities.

Clothing depicting drugs, alcohol, tobacco, gang related material or weapons is prohibited.

Respect

Clothing should not portray inappropriate language or symbols nor show disrespect to others.

Clothing should be modest, with no visible undergarments. Midriff should be completely covered.

Headwear covering the ears, such as hoods and beanies, should not be worn inside the building, during

school hours or activities.

Students who are in violation of the guidelines listed above will be subject to the following actions:

1. Students will be asked to add additional clothing or change into more appropriate

clothing. PE clothes may be used.

2. If students do not have additional clothing, they will be sent to the office, where more

appropriate clothing will be provided to them for the day.

3. The second time a student is in violation of the dress code, they will receive a detention

and parents will be notified.

4. Refusal to adjust clothing to be in alignment with the dress code will be treated as

defiance and dealt with appropriately.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Our district uses the Standard Response Protocol K-12 (SRP) which is part of the overall school district

safety plan.

You can learn more about the SRP and its founder at the I Love U Guys Foundation website at

http://iloveguys.org.

The main benefits of the SRP are standardized vocabulary and clear directives in the event of an

emergency.

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Emergency School Closure

Announcements will be broadcast on local radio or TV stations, via Flash Alert, Twitter, and School

Messenger, and updated on the district’s website in the event that mechanical breakdowns or hazardous

weather conditions necessitate closing schools.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Cheldelin has a number of students who need financial assistance during the school year. We have access

to good used clothing and can provide some school supplies. Contributions to the Cheldelin Fund are

regularly needed. If you know of a student in need, please contact our counselor Deborah Harry or Karen

Robinson in the main office.

FLOWERS, BALLOONS, BIRTHDAY SURPRISES We will not interrupt instruction to deliver gifts to classrooms. Students will be sent a note to come pick

up their gifts at the end of school.

GRADING GUIDELINES The purpose of grading at Corvallis School District Middle schools is to communicate students’

achievement in relation to specific standards based on evidence gathered in a variety of forms by

professional teachers. The most vital use of grades should be to guide future student learning and teacher

instruction in a meaningful manner.

Academic and Citizenship Grades

Academic grades will reflect, as much as possible, student achievement in relation to district-established

standards. Student behavior will be assessed using a standard Citizenship rubric and reported separately.

Student input on the Citizenship assessment is highly encouraged. Academic dishonesty will be reflected

in the Citizenship grade; dishonest students will be directed to demonstrate proficiency on the same

standards in another manner.

Weighting of Academic Grades

80% - Summative: A final assessment or assignment; given after teaching and learning has taken place,

completed with academic integrity.

20% - Formative: Used for the learning of the student; directly relates to the content and skills of the

course; must be accessible to all students and must not unduly weight or influence student’s final grade;

can be an assignment used to teach.

This percentage may vary in participation-based classes such as PE and electives.

Late Work

● Grade level progressions

○ 6th grade - turned in any time during 1st quarter - no penalty; 2nd - 4th quarter turned in

within respective quarter with a penalty - 10% (a letter grade)

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○ 7th grade - 1st quarter turned in within respective quarter with a 10% penalty; 2nd - 4th

quarter 3 weeks to turn in after due date - 10%

○ 8th grade - 1st quarter - 3 weeks to turn in after due date - 10%; 2 - 4 quarter - 2 weeks to

turn in after due date - 20% (2 letter grades)

Multiple Attempts

Offered for summative assessments

○ Original score is less than 85. Then 85 is highest can earn on retake

● Balance of reteach/turn in missing assignments: teacher may require the

turning in of missing work or completion of review assignment. For

example: ○ Practice work

○ Replacement assignment (science lab)

● Timeline for retake - within 3 weeks of original due date, or before the

end of the quarter

Teacher Responsibility to Record/Update

Teachers will update their online grade book no later than the dates sent out by the front office

(approximately every two weeks).

GRADING/CITIZENSHIP/CONFERENCES

Report cards will be mailed home at the end of each semester. Parents whose children don’t live with

them may receive copies of the mid-term reports and report cards by notifying the school office of their

request, and providing a valid mailing address. It is the parents’ responsibility to notify the office of any

address changes.

Cheldelin’s Grading Scale

A = Excels

B = Exceeds expectations

C = Meets expectations

D = Below expectations

F = Failed to meet minimum requirements

I = Incomplete

P = Pass

NP = No Pass

NG = Not enough evidence of student learning to assess

A grade of Incomplete (I) will be given when a student has not completed all the assignments or tests

needed for the grade to be given (usually due to illness). Make-up assignments must be completed within

two weeks following the end of the quarter or the incomplete work becomes an F. No Incompletes are

given the last quarter of the year.

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Mid-Term Progress Notices

Each student will receive a mid-term grade for each class. Each teacher will inform the students of this

practice and explain this to parents at fall open house.

Conferences

Parent conferences are scheduled in October/November and March. If at any other time a parent wishes

to contact a staff member, an appointment may be made by calling or emailing the staff member. Drop-

ins are discouraged as the staff member may not be available.

HEALTH SERVICES The health room is located in the office area and office staff is available to help students. Students who

become ill during the school day are to notify the supervising teacher or adult immediately and obtain a

hall pass to the office. Students will be allowed to lie down in the health room for 10 - 15 minutes, at

which time they will decide whether to return to class or call their parents.

In the event of an injury, a student should notify the nearest school employee. When sent to the office,

the student will notify the secretary of the nature of the injury. Parents will be notified if deemed

appropriate. Office staff is CPR/First Aid certified but cannot make any diagnoses or recommendations

for treatment of injuries and/or illnesses.

Parents will be called and students sent home if the student is vomiting or has a fever.

Medication at school

According to Oregon law, the parent of any student who must take medication at school is required to

complete a medical permission form allowing school personnel to administer prescription and/or non-

prescription medication.

· Medication must be stored in the original container, in the office only, and must be clearly labeled.

· School personnel are prohibited by law from providing medication, including aspirin, Tylenol, etc.,

without the medical permission form on file.

· There must be one medication form for each different type of medication.

· If a student needs to carry an inhaler with him/her, the parent needs to indicate this on the

medication form and a self-administration form must be completed. Medication includes eye drops,

lotions, salves, cough drops and lozenges, or any other remedy containing medication, whether

prescription or over-the-counter.

Communicable Diseases

Oregon law spells out requirements for confidentiality in Oregon schools and prohibits the release of

information about individuals with communicable diseases without the individual's permission. School

Board policy contains further information about district practices and procedures regarding blood-borne

pathogens.

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Immunizations

Please make sure your child has:

· 5 DTaP

· 1 Tdap

· 4 Polio

· 1 Varicella (chicken pox)

· 2 Measles

· 1 Mumps

· 1 Rubella

· 2 Hep A

· 3 Hep B

INSTRUCTION

Required Classes

All students are required to take a Math, Science, PE/Health, Language Arts and Social Studies class each

year. Course descriptions are available from the office and/or the teachers.

After School XLT

After School XLT (ASXLT) is an after school study hall. All students are welcome, however this

program targets students who are struggling academically. Cheldelin staff and community volunteers

provide homework assistance and help students become more organized. Snacks are provided and

students can earn prizes for reaching self-determined goals. ASXLT is a great opportunity to catch up on

missing assignments, complete homework, have study time, become organized, and get adult help in

learning how to raise grades.

Early Bird Classes

Early Bird classes are non-school sponsored classes aimed at academic enrichment or enhancement.

These classes are taught by community members and are fee based. There are always scholarships

available for students in need. Early Bird classes are held from 8:00 am - 8:45 am.

Early Bird French

Early Bird French is an extra-curricular program that meets 2 days a week, from 8:00 am to 8:40 am at

Cheldelin. It is open to all students in 6th, 7th and 8th grade. It is a fun introduction to the French language

and culture, complete with listening, reading, writing, and speaking practice. Games and French food are

included, but homework and tests are not! Pick up a packet in the Cheldelin office for more information!

Electives

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At the sixth-grade level, students have an exploratory class in which they sample a variety of classes.

Sixth graders may also take Band or Orchestra instead of the exploratory elective.

At the seventh and eighth grade levels, students have two elective periods. Choices of classes are

Spanish, Art, Band, STEM, Leadership, Choir, Engineering and Design, Digital Media, Criminology,

Orchestra and Theater Arts.

Make Up Work

It is the student's responsibility to obtain all make up work from teachers when returning to school

following an absence. Failure to obtain make-up assignments will not excuse the work missed.

Students are asked to check their Pinnacle grade and assignments, or their teacher’s web page to find out

what they have missed during their absence, as well as to check with their teachers when they return to

school. Teachers prefer to have the students rest while they are at home and get their missed assignments

when they return to school. Homework requests may only be submitted for absences due to illness of

more than 3 days.

Math Placement

Students who are new to Cheldelin are asked to take a math placement test. The Registrar will set up a

testing time and date. Please call 541-766-4820 for arrangements.

Talented and Gifted

To become identified as Intellectually Gifted, students must score at or above the 97th percentile on a

nationally standardized test of mental ability.

Intellectual Testing is done district-wide in K, 2nd and 4th grade.

To become identified as Academically Talented, students must score at or above the 97th

percentile on one or more tests of academic achievement on a nationally standardized test.

Academic Testing is done district-wide in 3rd, 5th and 8th grades. Behavioral learning and/or performance

information is also included in the identification process.

Any student demonstrating potential to perform at the 97th percentile may be tested. Talented and Gifted

testing may be arranged by calling the school office, 541-757-3868.

INTIMIDATION OR HARASSMENT Harassment is any unwanted physical, verbal, or sexual words, actions or behaviors, which hurt another

person. When two people are joking with one another, and neither feels offended, then there is no

harassment. However, if two people are joking with each other and someone overhears it and becomes

offended, then there may be harassment.

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Intimidation or harassment is serious misbehavior. A student will receive a discipline referral and

appropriate disciplinary consequences for intimidation or harassment of another person.

Harassment and intimidation can be verbal, physical, or may involve a person's property.

· Verbal: abusive statements, put-downs, or threats;

· Physical: inflicting physical discomfort, injury, or unwanted touching, pushing, tripping;

· Property: taking, hiding, damaging, messing with other people's belongings.

Harassment or intimidation related to a perception of that person's race, color, religion, sex, disability,

ancestry or national origin is particularly serious. Administration will review any intimidation incident to

ensure appropriate action is taken according to Corvallis School Board Policy JFCF.

INVESTIGATION BY LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS When an investigation by law enforcement officers is necessary at school, school officials are faced with

a dual responsibility. First, they must safeguard student rights. Second, they must cooperate with law

enforcement officers.

When an officer requests to interview a student for informational purposes school administrators will

make a reasonable effort to contact the parent. In cases when the student is a suspect or becomes a

suspect during the course of the investigation, then the student will not be questioned without parental

consent.

LIBRARY Cheldelin's library is open throughout the school day. The library is available at lunch for students,

hosting a variety of activities that range from quiet reading during lunch to student performances.

LOCKERS An individual locker is provided for each student. The use of lockers is provided with the understanding

that lockers are school property and the administration will retain the right to inspect and regulate their

general use. Locker guidelines and regulations follow:

● Each student has a full-size hall locker.

● Students are asked to store bulky jackets and backpacks in lockers.

● Lockers are to be kept locked at all times.

● Lockers are not to be traded or shared with others.

● Locker combinations are NOT to be given to other students.

● School custodians/administrators are available to assist students with jammed lockers. If they are

unavailable, report locker jam to the office.

● Locker decorations are to be limited to magnetic items or those that can be blue taped in place.

● All non-Painters tape, writing, painting, gluing and contact paper are disallowed.

● Students may be charged for defaced lockers.

● Students should leave valuables--especially money or expensive items--in lockers.

● Tampering or damaging another student’s locker will be considered a property crime/harassment

issue.

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● Cleanout/Locker Check will be held at least once each quarter.

Combination changes may be requested in the front office when/if a combination becomes known by

other students. The school is not responsible for items missing from lockers. In the event a lock fails to

work properly, the office or custodian should be notified immediately.

LOST AND FOUND Cheldelin has three main lost and found areas:

● Gym clothes and PE equipment should be turned in to and claimed from the locker room area.

Check with your PE teacher.

● Clothing items are to be turned in to and claimed from the cafeteria lost and found area.

● Textbooks, wallets, and small items, should be turned in to and claimed from the office.

Unclaimed articles are periodically turned over to welfare agencies. Students should mark their name on

lunch boxes and jackets.

LUNCH / LUNCHTIME ACTIVITIES

There are two 20-minute lunch seatings – First Lunch and Second Lunch. Students are separated by

grade level and, when student enrollment necessitates it, by first letter of their last name. Students in the

first lunch seating will go to the cafeteria when the lunch bell rings while students in second lunch will go

to the blacktop.

After twenty minutes the bell will ring and students will trade places.

There is no food or drink allowed outside the cafeteria, and please make sure your child is dressed

appropriately for the weather as they will be outside every day during part of their lunch. When we

experience very inclement weather, heavy rain or severe cold, we will have Indoor Rec at lunch. When

Indoor Rec is called the blacktop will be closed and students will instead be in the upper and lower gyms

for the recreation portion of their lunch. Indoor Rec will be announced before lunch begins. If students

need to leave their rotation for any reason, they need to ask a lunch supervisor for permission and a pass.

· No food or drink outside the cafeteria.

· Students must report to their assigned lunch.

· Students may not choose to go to a different lunch seating or “switch” rotations.

· The library is open during lunch for quiet reading or study.

Cafeteria Expectations

· Students will wait in line respectfully.

· Students will pick up their trash and trays.

· Students will recycle and compost the appropriate items.

· Trays will be returned to the dish room.

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Blacktop Expectations

· Students will include classmates in games.

· Students will return balls to ball cart.

· Students will remain on the blacktop, track, or grass area.

Parents coming to have lunch with their children need to sign in at the front office. We discourage

parents and students from bringing pizza or fast food for their student and “some of their friends”. This

tends to create chaos and hurt feelings. If you would like to treat your student to lunch we ask that you

sign them out and take them off campus.

Lunch/Breakfast Program

Our cafeteria has a computerized meal card system which utilizes the account number on student’s school

ID, which they receive at the beginning of each year. If the card is lost, an additional card may be

purchased in the office for $2.00.

Funds can be added to the student’s account by placing it in a taped or sealed envelope - with the

student’s name on it - in the "lunch money drop box" located in the office before 11:00 am. The money

will be credited to the student's account before lunch that day. If a student forgets to deposit money

before 11:00 am, the money will be credited to the account the following morning.

To purchase food, the student presents the ID card to the cashier and the cost of the meal is automatically

deducted from their account.

A student will only be permitted one charge against their account at any given time.

Don't wait until school starts to make a deposit in your child's account! It is very helpful for the kitchen

manager if the deposits are done in advance.

There are four lunch lines: two Full Meal Deal meals and two Snack Bar lines. Those students

qualifying for free or reduced priced meals need to use the Full Meal Deal line. Signs posted above the

cafeteria doors show which meal is served in each place. Hot lunches are available in the school cafeteria

for the regular price of $2.75 per day, milk is $0.50 per half-pint, and breakfast is $1.75.

Snack Bar

A variety of snacks are available for cash purchase at morning break and at lunch. Snacks purchased in

the cafeteria must be eaten in the cafeteria. Students must have cash or money in their account to purchase

items at the Snack Bars. Purchases made in our Snack Bar are priced according to the items being sold.

Healthy Foods Program

In an effort to promote a healthy lifestyle, Cheldelin and Linus Pauling middle schools are working

together with our district and the Oregon Department of Education to provide nutritious foods to our

schools. The goal is to develop nutritional standards that decrease fat and sugar content, increase overall

nutritional value, and moderate portion sizes of the food offered for sale in our cafeterias. We will only

sell food in our cafeterias that reflect the following standards:

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● Fat- No more than 35% of total calories from fat or 7 grams maximum per serving (with the

exception of nuts, seeds, peanut and other nut butters).

● Saturated and Trans Fat- No more than 10% of calories from saturated fat and /or trans fat, or 2

grams maximum per serving.

● Added sugar- No more than 35% by weight or 15 grams maximum per serving (excludes sugars

naturally occurring in fruits, vegetables and dairy).

● Milk- No more than 27 grams total sugar per 8 oz serving for skim or 1% flavored milks (15

grams of added sugar and 12 grams of naturally occurring lactose or mil sugar).

● Dairy Products- Serve only low-fat dairy products (skim and 1% milk) and phase out whole milk.

● Limit portion sizes of all beverages and snacks- limit portion sizes so that they are nutritionally

reasonable.

NON-CUSTODIAL PARENTS Cheldelin Middle School is able to provide all co-custodial or non-custodial parents a duplicate copy of

all district-labeled mailings. Please let the school office know if you would like the name of a co-

custodial or non-custodial parent added to the student's enrollment information.

PARKING Ample parking is available in the southwest parking lot for day use. There is also a long driveway that

skirts the east and north sides of that lot which is used for drop off and pick up of students. We ask

parents to park only on the right side of the driveway and remain in their car when picking up students at

the end of the day. This helps the flow of traffic and creates a safer environment.

During evening events parking can become more of a challenge, so we allow cars to park in the bus

turnaround out front.

The street in front of Cheldelin has clearly marked bike lanes on both sides. This area is patrolled by the

Corvallis Police Department.

Please note: Parking in the bus turnaround is strictly prohibited during the hours of 8:00 am – 9:00 am,

and 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm to allow ample time for our school buses to deliver and pick up our students.

PROHIBITED ITEMS Students should leave at home any toy, device or apparel that may be considered a safety threat to others,

or which might disrupt the learning environment.

Water devices of any kind are not conducive to the school setting and may be confiscated at any time.

Water devices that resemble weapons will be handled under the “look alike” guidelines.

Students who bring these items to school may be subject to disciplinary action, including suspension.

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PUBLIC DISPLAYS OF AFFECTION Inappropriate displays of affection are not acceptable at Cheldelin Middle School. Appropriate displays

of affection are hand holding and brief hugs. Students may not kiss or embrace one another while on

school grounds or at any school related activity.

RELIGIOUS INSTRUCTION Oregon law (ORS 339.420) allows secondary students who have written permission from their parents to

be excused from school for up to five hours a week to attend religious class. Please turn in requests to the

front office.

SCHOOL INSURANCE A voluntary student accident insurance program, underwritten by American Banker's Life, is offered as a

service to students. Information and forms will be distributed as soon as they are available. Payment of

premiums and processing of claims will be handled directly through the Manley Administrative Services

Company.

SKATEBOARDS, SKATES Skateboards or skates at school are an issue of safety for all members of the Cheldelin community. We are not able

to provide adequate supervision, nor do we have the facilities for safe riding on campus. Consequently, the

following rules are in effect:

Students may ride their skateboards or skates to and from school.

Students may not use skateboards or skates on school property.

SPORTS Cross-Country in the fall and Track and Field in the spring are available to all students at Cheldelin. $50.00 fee will

be required for participation in Cross Country and a $80.00 fee for Track. Scholarships are available upon request

through the school office. Physicals must be completed for students in the 7th and 8th grades in order to participate in

either sport.

STUDENT BODY CARDS Student Body cards will be available for students by mid-September. The first Student Body card is

issued free of charge to all students. If a card is lost or stolen, it can be replaced in the office at a cost of

$2.00. The barcode on the card is used to identify students in the lunch lines who are charging against

their accounts.

TECHNOLOGY

General

Rules for the laptops, desktop computers and iPads:

· One person per electronic device, unless otherwise approved.

· Have clean hands.

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· Keep the electronic device on the tabletop, unless otherwise directed by staff.

· Fingers are the only things to be used on the electronic device.

· Inform teacher, supervisor or Tech of any technical problems immediately. Do not try to fix it

yourself.

· No malicious computer activity.

· No foreign object in disk drives.

· No downloading of programs, games or files.

· No checking home e-mail.

· No going onto inappropriate Internet sites, including games.

· No using Internet for non-school related use while on campus.

· No using chat rooms.

· No non pre-approved printing from the Internet.

Computer Labs

Logging In

· No sharing of accounts.

· You must log-in as yourself

Printers

· Black printing is limited to schoolwork.

· Abuse of printing privilege will result in a referral and student may be asked to pay for excessive

copies.

Before Leaving

· Log out of the computer.

· Clean up work area.

· Push in your chair.

iPads

The educational program at your child’s school includes an iPad that will be issued to your child for their

use at school and home. Utilizing the iPads in the Corvallis School District gives students the access to

learn anywhere, anytime - both in classrooms and at home. This 1-to-1 personalized learning also narrows

the digital divide between students and promotes responsible use of today’s ever changing technologies.

We are very excited to be able to make these powerful tools available to our students. We also understand

that both students and parents are naturally concerned about keeping these tools secure and in good working

order.

Like textbooks, team uniforms and other school property issued to your child, there is a responsibility to

take appropriate care of these valuable resources. The iPad is no different, but it does represent an increased

cost to the district and liability to students and parents. Our experience with mobile technology has shown

students take great care of these tools. But we know that loss and accidents will happen. District policies,

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regulations and practices require that a charge be levied to cover the repair or replacement cost of district

property. With iPads, the cost of loss or damage can be significant.

To respond to this concern, the district has developed the Corvallis Assurance Program for e-devices

(CAPe) as a way for families to reduce the financial risk if an iPad is damaged or lost. THIS PLAN IS

OPTIONAL AND VOLUNTARY.

IF YOU CHOOSE NOT TO ENROLL IN THE CAPe PROGRAM, YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE

FOR THE FULL COSTS FOR REPAIR (OTHER THAN NORMAL MAINTENANCE OR

MANUFACTURER DEFECTS) OR REPLACEMENT OF THE iPAD.

For more specific information on how CAPe works please refer to the Corvallis Assurance Program for

iPads. Below are a few of the aspects we would like to stress:

If the iPad is stolen off-campus, file a police report within 24 hours and bring a copy to school.

In the event the lost or stolen iPad is recovered in working condition, the payment will be

refunded.

Corvallis School District will be responsible for normal maintenance of the iPad including normal

wear and tear or malfunctions due to manufacturing.

If any equipment or software breaks down during the time it is on loan, the student and/or parent

must contact the school within one working day. In the event the equipment needs repair or

replacement, it must be turned in to the school or the District’s Technology Department rather than

arrange to have it repaired by a third-party source. This includes the iPad and any peripherals,

including chargers, power cords, cases, etc.

Jailbreaking an iPad is equivalent to total loss of the device and will be subject to CAPe.

Jailbreaking is the process of removing any limitations placed on the iPad by Apple. Once

jailbroken, users are able to download additional applications, extensions and themes that are not

otherwise available. Jailbreaking results in a less secure device and is strictly prohibited.

Willful violation or misuse of the iPad and/or the CAPe program may result in forfeiture of program

benefits.

Exclusions: The iPad charger, cable, protective case and other peripherals issued with the iPad

are NOT covered by the CAPe program. If these items are lost or damaged, a charge will be

issued for replacement cost. The District will not accept equivalent replacement items provided

through third-party purchases.

If a family leaves the District, but does not return the iPad and its peripheral equipment, they will be charged

for the full replacement costs, and standard rules for the restriction of records and transcripts would apply.

Law enforcement and/or collection agencies may be involved for the purpose of recovering district

property and/or charges.

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Cell Phones, iPods and MP3 Players

Cell Phone Policy

1. Cell phones will be allowed before school, during breaks, passing times, and after school (No cell

phones during lunch). This does NOT include the use of headphones/earbuds. These will NOT be

allowed at any time due to safety concerns.

2. Cell phones will be turned off and put away (out of sight) during instructional times. This includes

in the hallways if a student is out of the classroom on a pass.

3. Progression if students choose to have cell phone out (“Out” will be considered anywhere seen or

heard, whether or not the phone is actually being used.):

a. 1st time- Staff confiscates cell phone and take to the office. Student may pick up at the end of the

day.

b. 2nd time- Staff confiscates cell phone and take to the office. Student may pick up at the end of the

day, parent phone call.

c. 3rd time- Staff confiscates cell phone and take to the office. Cell phone will be released to the

parent.

4. The 3rd incident will be considered a referral and handled accordingly.

5. If the student chooses to not be cooperative with the staff member confiscating the cell phone this

constitutes Defiance/Disrespect and Disruption and will be handled accordingly.

Parents who need to contact students during the school day should call the school office at 541-757-5971.

Technology Acceptable Use

The School Board has adopted the 509J Board Internet Policy, which defines both the purpose of

providing Internet access at our schools and the responsibilities that fall upon the various staff members

as a result of providing that access to both students and staff. District staff has developed a short

document titled "Technology Acceptable Use Handbook," which defines the educational purposes of

using the district's computer network, including e-mail and Internet. The handbook is included in

Appendix VI of the District Student/Parent Handbook sent home with your youngest child. It also defines

student rights as well as unacceptable uses of the district network. It makes clear that students may

expect only very limited privacy related to their personal files on the network and to the records of their

online activity. Students who misuse the network are subject to a range of disciplinary actions as well as

legal actions, depending upon the nature of the misuse.

Go to the district web page to view the Corvallis School District 509J Student Electronic Use Handbook.

Below are a few of the aspects we would like to stress:

Educational Purpose

The school district limits your use of the electronic system for educational purposes, which includes

classroom activities and limited personal research. You may not use the system for commercial purposes

or for political lobbying.

Network Services

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Intranet Services—You may only use certain approved district storage locations and may only store

school work on those approved storage solutions.

Internet Services—The district is required by the federal government to have an Internet filter, which

limits access to inappropriate sites. You are not allowed to find sources that allow you to go around the

filter, and may use the Internet only for educational purposes and limited personal research. Despite these

safeguards, access to the electronic network may include the potential for access to material inappropriate

for school-age pupils. Every user must take responsibility for their use of the computer network and

Internet and stay away from this content.

Student Internet Access

Permission—You will not use the system until you and your parents have reviewed and signed the

Technology Acceptable Use Agreement Form. Your parents may withdraw approval at any time by filling

out the Student Network Account Denial form and placing it on file at your school.

iPad Acceptable Use

For classrooms that are participating in the 1:World iPad initiative, students will be issued a district-

provided iPad. Students are required to secure and keep the iPad in good working order for instructional

purposes. All materials on the iPads must adhere to the values and policies of the Technology Acceptable

Use Handbook.

Google Apps for Education Acceptable Use

Google Apps for Education is available through an agreement between Google and the State of Oregon.

This ensures that Corvallis student Google accounts are protected and not marketed or used for

commercial purposes. Google Apps for Education runs on an Internet domain purchased and owned by

the school district and is intended for educational use. Your teachers may use Google Apps for lessons,

assignments, and communication.

Unacceptable Uses

Personal Safety—You will not enter personal information about yourself or another person on the

Internet, or arrange to meet someone you have met on the Internet without your parent’s approval.

Illegal Activities—You will not try to gain unauthorized access to the Network. You will not use another

person’s account, try to disrupt the district system by any means, including viruses, or perform other

illegal acts on the system, like setting up drug sales, purchasing alcohol, gang activities, or threatening

someone.

System Security—You will not share your password or account with others.

Inappropriate Language—You will not use inappropriate language on any part of the system, including

threatening, disrespectful, false, or harassing words or pictures.

Respect for Privacy—You will not use the system to forward private information about another person

without their permission.

Respect Resource Limits—You will use the system only for educational purposes or limited personal

research and not download files without your teacher’s permission.

Plagiarism and Copyright Infringement—You will not take the ideas or writings of others and present

them as if they were yours. You will not reproduce a work that is protected by a copyright.

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Inappropriate Access to Material—You will not look at material that is pornographic, recommends acts

that are dangerous or against the law, or encourages discrimination towards others. You also will not

access material that the Internet filter blocks, unless approved by a district staff member. You will follow

your parent’s wishes about other material they do not want you to view.

Personal Electronic Devices and Social Media—In middle school, you may not turn on or have visible

any iPods, cell phones, handheld games, and other such devices, unless given permission. In high school,

these may be used only during your breaks, unless given permission. You shall not disturb any

educational program or activity, use these items in a dishonest way, or disclose private information about

another person.

Encouraging Violation of the Law—Viewing, transmitting, or downloading inappropriate materials or

content that encourages others to violate the law.

Stealing Personal Information—Use of private information of others, including credit card numbers,

social security numbers, private addresses, pass codes, etc.

Personal Property—Connecting personal devices such as phones, laptops, and tablets to the district

network without permission.

Your Rights

Free Speech—The school district may restrict your speech for educational purposes, but not because of

your opinions.

Search and Seizure—The district may search your files if there is a reasonable suspicion that you have

violated this policy, district student conduct regulations, or the law.

Due Process—The district may cooperate with legal officials in any investigation of illegal system

activities, will give you notice and opportunity to be heard, and follow district student conduct

regulations. You may have your account access restricted.

Limitation of Liability

The district will not be responsible for any damage you may suffer when using the system, or for any

money you may owe as a result of using the system without permission. Your parents will be responsible

for any harm you have deliberately made to the system.

Laws Protecting our Students

These include the Child Internet Protection Act (CIPA), Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act

(COPPA), and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act.ī

TELEPHONE USE

Students may use telephones in the office to call home when an emergency arises. Calling to make after-

school arrangements or to have parents bring in forgotten homework assignments are not valid reasons to

use office phones.

TOBACCO/ALCOHOL/DRUGS

The Corvallis School District does not allow the use or possession of tobacco, alcohol, dangerous drugs,

look-alike drugs, or drug paraphernalia of any form on all school property or at school-sponsored

activities.

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Board Policy

Student possession or use of tobacco, alcohol, dangerous drugs or drug paraphernalia on or near school

grounds or while participating in school-related activities is prohibited and will result in disciplinary

action and, if appropriate, referral to law enforcement officials.

The possession, use, sale or supply of any dangerous drug, drug paraphernalia, alcohol, tobacco or any

imitation substance, on or near the school premises or at any school-related activity, is prohibited.

Students who use, possess, sell, supply or are under the influence of alcohol, a dangerous drug or an

imitation substance, or are in possession of drug paraphernalia on or near district property during school

hours, or at any school-related activity, are subject to an immediate suspension of 10 school days and/or

expulsion up to one calendar year. The student is also subject to additional education programs and

obligations established by the district.

Use or possession of tobacco, in any form, on or near campus may lead to immediate suspension.

Unlawful delivery of dangerous drugs to a student or minor within 1,000 feet of school property is illegal

and will be reported to law enforcement officials.

TRESPASS

Persons having no legitimate purpose or business on school property, or violating or threatening to violate

school or district rules, may be issued a trespass warrant, ejected from the premises, and/or referred to law

enforcement.

VISITORS

Adults

Adult visitors must check in at the main office and obtain a visitor’s pass by signing in to the computer.

Students

We do not allow students from other schools to visit while class is in session. Prospective students may

arrange a tour and possible class visitation through the Registrar.

VOLUNTEERS

Cheldelin has a variety of areas in which parents may volunteer their time and efforts.

Please contact our CPO Volunteer Coordinator at cpovolunteer@gmail.com or apply directly online at

https://www.helpcounterweb.com/welcome/apply.php?district=corvallis if you wish to volunteer. All

school volunteers must pass a criminal background screening and complete a short training with the

Principal. We look forward to working with you.

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WEAPONS The Corvallis School District does not allow weapons including deadly weapons, dangerous weapons, realistic

replicas, and/or violence in any form on any school property, including all school buses, other transportation, and at

all school-sponsored activities.

A deadly weapon is defined as an instrument, article, or substance specifically designed for, and presently capable

of, causing death or serious physical injury (firearms, brass knuckles, switchblade/butterfly knives, chains, clubs,

stars, live ammunition, materials that when assembled could be explosive or incendiary, noxious or lethal/disabling

gases or poisonous substances, etc.)

A dangerous weapon is a device that under the circumstances in which it is used, attempted to be used, or

threatened to be used, is readily capable of causing death or serious physical injury (belts, combs, pencils, files,

compasses, scissors, or any other item administratively judged to be a weapon.)

Consequences - Any student who is in possession of, or assists in the possession of any weapons or replicas as

defined will be reported to the student's parents, suspended pending an expulsion, and then expelled for a period not

less than one year.

WITHDRAWING FROM SCHOOL

If your child is moving and needs to withdraw from school:

A parent must call the office and give the last day the student will be attending Cheldelin.

The student comes to the office the morning of the last day and picks up a withdrawal form.

Lockers are cleaned out, and textbooks, library books and PE locks are returned.

Teachers, the librarian, the cafeteria manager, and the office will sign the form acknowledging

that no charges are remaining on the student's records.

The form is returned to the office at the end of the day, at which time a copy will be given to the

student to take to the new school.

The teachers record current grades on the withdrawal form