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CRUMP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
“WHERE THE BEST ACHIEVE EXCELLENCE”
Parent/Student Handbook2015-2016
Thinking, Learning, and Growing with Excellency
ALONZO J. BROWN, PRINCIPAL
DR. LYNE SSEBIKINDU, ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
School Information Page
Forward
Letter from the Principal and Staff………………………….……….5
Mission/Vision/Goals/ …………………….………….…… 6
Beliefs Statements………………………………………….7School Motto and Slogan…………………………..8
Title I Information
Elementary and Secondary Education Act…….. 9 - 10School Compact …………………………………………… 11-12
Family Engagement Plan ........................................ 13-16
General Information…………………………………………………....……17-28
Visitors……………………………………………............17
Admission and Enrollment........................18-19
Dress Code Policy………………................…20
Cafeteria Procedure …………………………..21
Federal Nutritional Guidelines…………………………………….……..22
Grading System Policy……….………………………………..............23
Emergencies…………………………………….…24Office Hours and Procedures………………………25Student Code of Conduct…………………………..26Handling Concerns……………………………….. 27Dismissal call Times ……………………………….28
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CRUMP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL“Where the Best Achieve Excellence”
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFFAlonzo J. Brown
Dr. Lyne [email protected]
Assistant Principal
Gwendolyn [email protected]
Title I PLC Coach
Ashley Owens [email protected] Counselor
Simone [email protected] Secretary
Gloria Crawfordcrawfordg@scsk12. org Attendance Secretary
Myrtle [email protected]
Kids House, School Age Child Care Coordinator
Betty Leeleebettyj@scsk12. org
Family Service Specialist
Lenetrice JohnsonCafeteria Manager
Linda PowellBuilding Engineer
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CRUMP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL“Where the Best Achieve Excellence”
Parent-Student Handbook
FOREWARD
Your Parent-Student Handbook provides you with information about your school. We feel that
through helping parents and students become better acquainted with mission, vision, beliefs,
rules, regulations, policies, procedures, codes of conduct, and school operations, we enhance
each child’s opportunities for success in school. Your signatures will denote the receipt of the
Crump Elementary School Parent Handbook. Please know that it is your responsibility to read
and have knowledge of the contents provided in the handbook.
Today the faculty and staff stand committed to all of the parents, guardians, and community
stakeholders of students at Crump Elementary School. We are thankful that you have allowed us
the opportunity to be a part of your child’s life. Today we make a commitment to all of our
students. We will do everything in our power to make sure that our students develop into lifelong
learners and productive contributors to society. We believe that we can accomplish our goals
with the dedication and support of parents, students, staff, and community stakeholders all
working together in harmonious relationships.
***** Information in this Handbook is subject to change and does not exclude adherence to the
SCS Handbook**********
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Dear Parents, Students, and Community Stakeholders
Welcome to Crump Elementary! It is our pleasure to have you as members of the Crump
Family. The entire staff and I really want you to know that we are totally dedicated to a very high
quality of education for each and every student. With parents, teachers and community working
together in a spirit of mutual respect, open communication, and cooperation, our students will
have the best opportunity to achieve success.
Parents thank you in advance for your continued strong support through the Parent-Teacher
Organization (PTO). We desire to see 100% parent – teacher participation this year. Please
contact Ms. Betty Lee at 901-416-5940 for any questions concerning the PTO. Also, boys and
girls, remember that we expect you to always show your best behavior. Again this year we urge
parents and students to become actively involved in the many extra-curricular activities that are
designed for personal growth, development and enjoyment. We certainly always appreciate all of
our community stakeholders and the loyal support you provide.
The information in this booklet will help us attain our goals and will serve as a guide and source
of information for you. Please read it carefully and keep it for future reference.
Respectfully,
Alonzo J. BrownPrincipal
FROM THE PRINCIPAL AND STAFFOF
CRUMP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
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CRUMP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL“Where the Best Achieve Excellence”
CRUMP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL’S MISSION
Preparing all students for success in learning, leadership and life.
CRUMP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL’S VISION
Crump Elementary School is a place where teaching and learning produce well-rounded, high achieving students.
CRUMP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL’S GOALS
SAFETY:
Maintain a positive, safe and respectful environment for all students and staff.
STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT:
Accelerate and celebrate the academic performance of all students.
ACCOUNTABILITY:
Sustain and create an accountability system that evaluates the academic, operational and fiscal performance of our school...
FAMILY ENGAGEMENT AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:
Build and strengthen family and community partnerships to support the academic and character development of all students.
DIVERSITY:
Support a school community that is sensitive and responsive to the needs of a diverse population.
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CRUMP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL“Where the Best Achieve Excellence”
OUR BELIEFS
We Believe that meeting the teaching and learning needs of our students is our primary function.
We Believe that students learn best when engaged in a positive challenging learning environment that is managed by caring and competent adults.
We Believe that significant sustained achievement gains are made through the use of research based best practices, professional learning communities and faculty/staff proficiency in all professional development.
We Believe that the utilization of proactive, prevention and intervention measures are essential elements for improved self- esteem, self- actualization and self-discipline for students at Crump Elementary School.
We Believe that meaningful collaborations, responsiveness, sensitivity and high expectations among all stakeholders are vital to advance the mission and to fulfill the vision at Crump Elementary School.
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CRUMP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
“Where the Best Achieve Excellence”
CRUMP’S SCHOOL COLORSRoyal Blue and Silver with White
CRUMP’S MASCOTCougars
CRUMP’S STUDENT SPIRIT SLOGAN
I will act in such a way that I will be proud of myself and others will be proud of me too. If it is to be, it is up to me. It begins with me.
CRUMP’S MOTTO“Where the Best Achieve Excellence”
CRUMP 5(To be repeated in assemblies, cafeteria, classrooms, etc.)
CourtesyRespect
UnderstandingManners
Pride
The Be RulesBe Respectful
Be ResponsibleBe Safe
Be Helpful
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Elementary and Secondary Education Act
DID YOU KNOW?
Our school is a federally funded school wide Title I school. Title I requires that schools create a positive, supportive learning environment that results in high levels of achievement for all students. Funds are available for academic programs and strategies, additional teachers and other personnel, staff development, materials, supplies, technology, and parent training. We look forward to working with you and your child to make this a rewarding year.
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Elementary and Secondary Education ActElementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)
Parents’ Right-To-Know
All parents have the right to request the following: A teacher’s professional qualifications, which includes: state qualifications, licensure,
grade/s certification, waivers A teacher’s baccalaureate and /or graduate degree, fields of endorsement, previous
teaching experience A paraprofessional’s qualifications An assurance that their child’s name, address, and telephone listing not be released to
military recruiters
All parents will receive information on the following: Their child’s level of achievement in each of the state academic assessments Their option to request a transfer to another school within the district if their child is the
victim of a violent crime at school Their right to timely notification that their child has been assigned, or has been taught for
four or more consecutive weeks by, a teacher who is not highly qualified
NINGUN NINO SE QUEDA ATRASDerecho De los Padres de Familia a saber
Todos los padres tienen derecho a solicitar lo siguiente: Las calificaciones profesionales de un maestro, que incluye: Calificaciones del Estado,
Licenciatura, graos de la certificación, Renuncia a derecho El Bachillerato a Titulo de graduación del maestro, campos de especialidad, experiencia
previa La calificaciones del profesional Garantía que los datos de su hijo como nombre, dirección, numero de teléfono, no se
entregan a los reclutadores militares
Todos los padres recibirán información sobre lo siguiente: El nivel de rendimiento de su hijo en cada una de las evaluaciones académicas del estado Su opción de solicitar un traslado a otra escuela del distrito si su hijo/a es victima de un
crimen violento en la escuela Su derecho a aviso con tiempo anticipado que su hijo/a ha sido asignado o ha estado bajo
la enseñanza durante cuatro semanas consecutivas o más, de un maestro que no está altamente cualificado
Title 1 Parent/Teacher/Student/School Compact
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The compact has been jointly developed and agreed upon by Crump Elementary School, parents, students, and school staff.
Parent/Guardian AgreementI want my child to achieve. Therefore, I will encourage him/her by doing the following:
I will promote my child’s learning by monitoring my child’s attendance, homework completion, and television watching.
Attend family literacy, math and curriculum events Communicate with the teacher on an ongoing basis regarding my child’s progress. Support my child’s learning by volunteering in my child’s classroom to observe classroom
activities. Participate in decisions relating to my child’s education. Be responsible for supporting positive use of my child’s extracurricular time.
Parent’s Signature_________________________________________________________
Student AgreementIt is important that I work to the best of my ability. Therefore, I shall strive to do the following:
Obey all rules of class/school conduct. Complete and return homework assignments. Attend school each day with pens, pencils, paper, and other necessary tools for learning. Exhibit respect for others, myself and school property at all times and refrain from bullying
behaviors.
Student’s Signature_______________________________ _________________________
Teacher Agreement
It is important that students achieve. Therefore, I will strive to do the following: Provide frequent reports of your child’s academic progress. Provide high-quality curriculum and instruction in a supportive and effective learning
environment. Allow students access to a variety of resources such as technology, texts, and manipulatives. Hold parent and teacher conferences to discuss school-parent compact as it relates to student
achievement
Teacher’s Signature_________________________________________________________
School ResponsibilityI, the undersigned, partner in the education of children at Crump Elementary commit to the following:
Provide an environment that encourages positive communication between the teacher, parent, and student.
Provide high-quality curriculum and instruction in a supportive and effective learning
environment. Hold parent and teacher conferences to discuss school-parent compact as it relates to student
achievement Parents will be given reasonable access to staff, to volunteer, participate and observe in their
child’s class.
Principal’s Signature ______________________________________________
Crump Elementary School
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Este Pacto ha sido desarrollado, conjuntamente por la escuela, los padres, los estudiantes, y el personal de la escuela.
ACUERDO DE LOS PADRESYo, el socio abajofirmante procuraré hacer lo siguiente en la educación de mi hijo/a.
Promoveré aprendizaje de mi hijo por la supervisión de mi hijo asistencia, cumplimiento de deberes y viendo la televisión.
Asistir a eventos familiares de alfabetización, matemáticas y curriculum Comunicarse con el maestro de manera continua sobre el progreso de mi hijo. Apoyo mi niño está aprendiendo como voluntario en el salón de mi hijo para observar las
actividades del aula. Participar en las decisiones relativas a la educación de mi hijo. Ser responsable para apoyar el uso positivo del tiempo extracurricular de mi hijo.
Firma de los Padres ___________________________________________________
ACUERDO DEL ESTUDIANTEEs importante trabajar en lo mejor de mis habilidades. Por lo tanto, procuraré hacer lo siguiente:
Obedecer todas las reglas de conducta de la clase de la escuela.Tareas completas y retorno.
Asistir a la escuela cada día con bolígrafos, lápices, papel y otras herramientas necesarias para el aprendizaje.
Muestran respeto por los demás, yo mismo y propiedad de la escuela en todo momento y abstenerse de conductas de intimidación.
Firma del estudiante ___________________________________________________________
ACUERDO DEL MAESTRO Yo, el socio abajofirmante procuraré hacer lo siguiente en la educación de su hijo/a en la escuela
Coleman: Proporcionar frecuentes informes de progreso académico de su hijo.
Proporcionar alta calidad currículo e instrucción en un ambiente de aprendizaje eficaz y solidaria. Permitir el acceso de los estudiantes a una variedad de recursos como tecnología, textos y
manipulativos. Mantenga conferencias de padres y maestros hablar de escuela y los padres como se relaciona con
el logro estudiantil Firma del Maestro/a ____________________________________________________
RESPONSABILIDAD DE LA ESCUELAYo, el socio abajofirmante procuraré hacer lo siguiente en la educación de los niños en la escuela Coleman:
Proporcionar un entorno que fomenta la comunicación positiva entre el docente, padres y estudiantes.
Proporcionar alta calidad currículo e instrucción en un ambiente de aprendizaje eficaz y solidaria. Mantenga conferencias de padres y maestros hablar de escuela y los padres como se relaciona con
el logro estudiantil Los padres se dará acceso razonable al personal, como voluntario, participar y observar en la
clase de su hijo.
2015-2016 Family Engagement Plan
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Our Family Engagement Plan was developed jointly with our parents, agreed on with parents, and distributed to parents. This plan will be made available to the local community and updated periodically to meet the changing needs of the parents and the school.
Crump Elementary will encourage parents to become meaningfully involved and promote the capacity for strong parental involvement in the following ways:
1. Notify parents of the school’s Title 1 Family Engagement Plan in an understandable and uniform format provided in a language the parents can understand.
2. Provide information related to school and parent programs, meetings, and other activities are sent to the parents in a format and language parents can understand.
3. Provide full opportunities for the participation of parents with limited English proficiency, parents with disabilities, and parents of migratory children, including providing information and school reports in a format and language parents understand.
4. Convene an annual meeting at flexible times (mornings and evenings) and to inform parents about the school’s parental involvement programs and right of parents to be involved; invite all parents to attend in order to receive information about school programs, school’s Title 1 status, the requirements of Title 1 and the parents’ right to be involved in the school.
5. Provide parents with the opportunity to submit parent comments on the school-wide program (TSIPP) if it is not satisfactory to the parents when the school makes the plan available to the school district. Parents can submit their comments via e-mail, in writing or in person to the Title 1 Parent Counselor.
6. Provide opportunities for regular and flexible meetings (morning and evening) such as P.T.A. meetings, Site-Based Decision Making Council meetings, Parent/Teacher Conferences and Family Nights.
7. Provide parents (based on parent request)an opportunities for regular meetings to formulate suggestions and to participate, as appropriate, in decisions relating to the education of their children, and respond to any such suggestions as soon as practically possible
8. Parents, or representation of parents, are involved in an organized, ongoing, and timely way in planning, review, and improvement of the school parental involvement policy and joint development of the school-wide program plan (TSIPP).
9. Parental involvement strategies are coordinated and integrated with parent involvement strategies under other programs such as our State-run preschool program and Title III language instructional program.
10. Staff will be educated with the assistance of parents in the value and contributions of parents, and in working with parents-how to reach out to, communicate with, and work with as equal partners, implement and coordinate parent programs, build ties between parents and the school.
11. Provide parents with timely information about school programs under NCLB section 1118.12. Provide parents with a description and explanation of the curriculum the school uses, forms of
academic assessment used to measure student progress, and the proficiency levels students are expected to meet.
13. Assist parents in understanding topics such as the State’s academic content standards, State student academic achievement standards, State and local academic assessments, how to monitor a child’s progress and work with educators to improve student achievement.
14. Materials and training will be provided to help parents work with their children to improve their achievement, such as literacy training and using technology to foster parental involvement.
15. Provide support for parents per parent request.
Parents can do the following to ensure academic success in the lives of their children:1. Participate in parent-teacher conferences.2. Attend parent meetings and workshops.
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3. Serve on committees and participate in the decision -making process.4. Serve as volunteers in the classroom, on field trips, in the cafeteria, and in other areas as needed.5. Respond to memos, surveys, express ideas, voice concerns, and provide feedback.
2015-2016 Family Engagement Plan Spanish
Nuestro Plan de Participación de la Familia ha sido desarrollado conjuntamente con nuestros padres, consentimiento de los padres, y se distribuye a los padres. Este plan será puesto a disposición de la
comunidad local y actualizada periódicamente para satisfacer las necesidades cambiantes de los padres y la escuela.
Crump Primaria a los padres a convertirse en una participación significativa y promover la capacidad de una fuerte participación de los padres en las siguientes formas:
1. Notificar a los padres del título de la escuela un plan de participación familiar
en un formato comprensible y uniforme, siempre en un lenguaje que los
padres puedan entender.
2. Proporcionar información relacionada con los programas escolares y los
padres, reuniones y otras actividades se envían a los padres en un formato y
lenguaje que los padres puedan entender.
3. Proporcionar oportunidades para la participación de los padres con dominio
limitado del Inglés, padres con discapacidades, y padres de niños migratorios,
incluyendo la provisión de información e informes de la escuela en un formato
y lenguaje que los padres entienden.
4. Convocar una reunión anual en horarios flexibles (mañana y tarde) y para
informar a los padres sobre los programas de la escuela participación de los
padres y el derecho de los padres a participar, invitar a todos los padres a
asistir para recibir información sobre los programas escolares, escuela de
Título 1 de la condición, el requisitos del Título 1 y el derecho de los padres a
participar en la escuela.
5. Proveer a los padres la oportunidad de presentar sus observaciones de los 14
padres en el programa de toda la escuela (TSIPP) si no es satisfactorio para
los padres que la escuela hace que el plan disponible para el distrito escolar.
Los padres pueden enviar sus comentarios por e-mail, por escrito o en
persona al Consejero de Padres de Título 1.
6. Proporcionar oportunidades para que las reuniones ordinarias y flexible
(mañana y tarde) como PTA reuniones, basado en sitios de toma de
decisiones las reuniones del Consejo, de Padre / Maestro conferencias y
noches familiares.
7. Proveer a los padres (en base a solicitud de los padres) una oportunidades
para reuniones regulares para formular sugerencias y participar, según
proceda, en las decisiones relativas a la educación de sus hijos, y responder a
cualquier sugerencia tan pronto como sea posible
8. Los padres, o la representación de los padres, están involucrados de una
manera organizada, continua y oportuna en la planificación, revisión y
mejoramiento de la política de participación de los padres de la escuela y el
desarrollo conjunto de la escuela en todo el plan del programa (TSIPP).
9. Estrategias de participación de los padres están coordinadas e integradas con
las estrategias de participación de los padres de otros programas, tales como
nuestro estado de ejecución del programa de preescolar y en el Título III del
programa de enseñanza del lenguaje.
10. Personal serán educados con la ayuda de los padres en el valor y las
contribuciones de los padres, y en el trabajo con los padres, cómo llegar,
comunicarse y trabajar como socios iguales, implementar y coordinar
programas para padres, construir lazos entre padres e la escuela.
11. Proveer a los padres información oportuna sobre los programas escolares en
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la sección NCLB 1118.
12. Proveer a los padres una descripción y explicación del plan de estudios de
los usos de la escuela, las formas de evaluación académica para medir el
progreso del estudiante y los estudiantes de niveles de competencia que se
espera que cumplan.
13. Ayudar a los padres en la comprensión de temas tales como las normas del
Estado de contenido académico, las normas estatales de desempeño
académico estudiantil, estatales y locales de las evaluaciones académicas,
cómo monitorear el progreso de un niño y trabajar con los educadores para
mejorar el rendimiento estudiantil.
14. Materiales y se impartirá formación para ayudar a los padres trabajen con
sus hijos para mejorar su rendimiento, tales como la alfabetización y el uso
de la tecnología para fomentar la participación de los padres.
15. Apoyar a los padres por petición de los padres.
Los padres pueden hacer lo siguiente para asegurar el éxito académico en las vidas de sus hijos:
1. Participar en las conferencias de padres y maestros.
2. Asistir a las reuniones de padres y talleres.
3. Servir en los comités y participar en el proceso de toma de decisiones.
4. Trabajar como voluntarios en el salón de clases, en las excursiones, en la cafetería, y en otras áreas, según sea necesario.
5. Responder a las notas, encuestas, expresar sus ideas, sus preocupaciones, y proporcionar retroalimentación.
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VISITORS TO SCHOOL
All visitors entering the school building must report to the office except on occasions in which the general public is invited, with the exception of school district personnel and students entering the buildings or school grounds at which they are enrolled are prohibited from entering any school building or school grounds unless they have first reported to the school office and have been granted permission
The principal or his/ her designee has the authority to exclude from the school premises any persons disrupting the educational programs in the classroom or in the school, disturbing the staff or students on the premises, or on the premises for the purpose of committing an illegal act. Visitors must wear and display a visitors badge in a manner in which the badge can be easily seen by others. Please report to the school office and present a photo identification verifying the identity of the visitor. You will also need to be scanned in the SCS Visitor Management System. Parents and guardians may not walk throughout the building, but must remain at the school office.
Additionally, the Principal or his/her designee shall not grant permission to enter the school grounds unless the Principal or his/her designee determines that the prospective visitor has a special need to enter the school premises or that serves a legitimate need of a student, school employee, or business need of the school. The Principal or his/her designee shall have the discretion to deny request for entry if, in the sole discretion of the Principal or his designee, the prospective visitor does not a have legitimate need to enter the premises. Parents are allowed to visit classrooms ONLY during scheduled appointments. Please schedule an appointment or send a note to your child’s teacher of changes and concerns. The teacher will call you back at a time that is convenient for them. Parents and guardians may not enter the school building during the dismissal process.
Family / Student Emergencies
School officials will not interrupt classroom instruction to deliver a message to a student or to call a student out of class except for emergencies. However, in the case of an emergency, we will be glad to assist you in any way. If a student is injured during the school day, we must have current emergency phone numbers for each student. Please be sure to include the name and number of two emergency friends on your child's enrollment information. If this information changes during the year, please call the school office at 901-416-1970, and we will update as needed.
ADMISSION AND ENROLLMENT
Proof of Residence:
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Registration is now available online only. Please visit www.scsk12.org to complete your registration process.The parent/guardian of every student is required to provide 2 of the following items showing the parent/ guardian’s name and address, to provide residency: Sale Contract (contingency agreements not accepted), Mortgage Information, Current Memphis Lights and Water bill or turn on receipt or a water bill from a municipality (residence information given will be checked during the school year), Rental Contract, or Military Letter of Assignment.
Custody Issues:
Only the residence of the parent with legal custody may register the child. In cases where parents have joint custody, the only address of the parent with physical custody of the student or named as the primary custodian or designated primary responsibility to determine educational issues may be used for registration. The parent whose residence qualifies the child to be registered is the parent of which the school personnel will consider as the custodial parent. The noncustodial parent may receive school records when a written request is given to the school principal.
Power of Attorney for Childcare Procedure
Parents of a minor child may delegate to any person residing in the state temporary care giving authority when hardship prevents the parents from caring for the child.
Hardships identified are:1. The serious illness or incarceration of a parent or legal guardian.2. The physical or mental condition of the parent or legal guardian is such that care and
supervision cannot be provided;3. The loss or un-inhabitability of the child’s home as the result of a natural disaster.
When one of the above hardships is applicable, the custodial parent (s) and the caregiver must make an appointment to meet with Student Services Personnel in order to complete the application for Power of Attorney.
Hardships not listed above should be referred to Juvenile Court to change the custody.
Arrival and Dismissal
Classes begin each morning at 9:15am. Students must not arrive on campus before 8:45 am. Students must not be dropped off and left unattended on campus prior to 8:45 a.m. Students found on campus before 8:45 a.m. will be subject to disciplinary actions including the issuance of a suspension and the contacting of the Department of Children Services – DCS). Parents are encouraged to utilize the Crump Elementary School’s School Age child Care/ Kid’s House program and to collaborate with other parents to provide safety parameters for their children.
Parents are not allowed to walk students into the building for class at arrival or to enter the building to pick up students at dismissal.
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Breakfast will be served between 9:00 and 9:15 a.m. each day in the classroom. Breakfast is free for all students. Make sure that students arrive in time for breakfast. Due to breakfast being in the classroom, parents will not be allowed to eat breakfast with their child.
Classes are dismissed at 4:15 pm. Students must remain in classrooms until dismissal. All students including day care, care riders, and students who walk out of the school building to be picked up, must be picked up from campus by 4:30 p.m. at teacher’s day duty ending. All School Age Child Care Students who are enrolled in the after school program will be permitted to remain in the building until parent signs the student out. Parents are not allowed to enter the building and wait for students or check students out during dismissal.
Tardiness
Students are considered tardy if they are not in class and ready to learn by 9:15. Students who are tardy are subject to disciplinary action in accordance with school’s rules concerning tardiness.
Please park and bring your child in to the front office if you arrive after 9:15 The school will go by the time in the Crump ES office Students must be signed in by an adult before going to class. Students who are late and not signed in by an adult will be held in supervised study
until someone comes in to sign them in. Parents of students who walk to school will be contacted by phone if student is tardy.
Tardy students MUST be signed in by parents! Failure to do so will be subject to disciplinary measures.
The bookstore is open from 8:50 – 9:10 each day.
Contact Information
It is EXTREMELY IMPORTANT that school staff be able to contact you. UPDATE your information in the school office if your address, phone number, or emergency contacts have changed. You may also send in or fax the changes in writing with your signature. The school fax number is (901) 416-1973.
Students will only be released to those who are listed on your child’s Student Enrollment form WITH picture ID. Please update the information in the school office as needed.
Students should not be checked out from school after 3:30 p.m. unless there is an emergency.
Student Attendance Accounting
A student must be in attendance the majority of the seven (7) hour school day in order to be counted present on attendance records for that day (not to be confused with Perfect Attendance). Any student arriving after school has begun must report to the front office immediately to check in and receive an Admit to Class Slip before going to class. Students leaving school during the school day must check out through the office. Teachers, Principals, and other school administrators should exercise extreme caution in releasing students from school. Students will not be released until all references are carefully checked. A student shall not be permitted to leave school during the school day without written request from the parent/guardian and approval of the Principal. All students must remain on campus under faculty supervision throughout the entire school day.
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Truancy
Unauthorized or unexcused absence from school is considered truancy. This includes the student’s absence from any scheduled class, or activity during the day. Parents will be notified of each incident of truancy. A list of students with 5 or more unexcused absences will be forwarded to the Attorney General’s Office. State law states that fine of up to $50.00 may be assessed against or guardian whose child has five (5) or more unexcused absences. Parents of students with (5) or more unexcused absences will be notified each 20 pay period. Disciplinary action will be taken for truancy may include in-school suspension. A continuing problem of truancy will result in a referral to Juvenile Court for violation of the compulsory attendance law in Tennessee.
Student Dress Code Policy #6.310
The responsibility for the appearance of the students begins with parents and the students themselves. Students’ clothing should reflect neatness, cleanliness and self-respect so that the school is a desirable place in which to promote learning and character development. A student who is not in proper attire or exhibits grooming which is detrimental and/ or distractive to the school environment shall be asked to refrain from wearing the inappropriate attire in the future or shall be required to make arrangements for more suitable or appropriate dress. The principal shall make the final decision.
ACCEPTABLE attire is set forth below:NOTE: These are not all inclusive
Pants of appropriate size and worn at waist (Black, Khaki and Navy) Belts must be worn if pants have belt loops Shirts must be tucked in clothing (White, Navy, Royal Blue, and Baby Blue) Uniform jackets and sweaters Waist length sweaters and appropriate sized light weight jackets can be worn inside
school for warmth as long as appropriate shirt is tucked inside their clothes.(Solid colors Navy Blue, Black, Khaki and White)
UNACCEPTABLE attire is set forth below:NOTE: These are not all inclusive
Spandex shorts and shirts Shorts, skirts, dresses, or slits in dresses more than 4 inches above the knee Tight tops, pants, or dresses Sleepwear/pajamas Flip Flops / sandals Bareback or bare midriff tops, shirts, or dresses Hats, hoods, and headgear may not be worn in the building or where prohibited Low cut apparel, tank tops, tube tops. Spaghetti straps, or fishnets mesh shirts
Dress Code Enforcement All personnel shall be responsible for consistently enforcing the dress code and when
necessary reporting it to Administrator/Principal. When the site administrator determines that student’s attire is in violation of the SCS
policy, the student will be required to call home for uniform attire.
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Appropriate action will be taken at the time the violation occurs and when necessary a home contact will be made seeking parental cooperation and assistance. The student may be taken home by the parent to modify unacceptable appearance or dress and returned to the school.
Birthday Celebrations/Parties
Birthdays are special occasions for young children and the importance of birthdays is acknowledged; however, we do not hold birthday parties during the school day. Our instructional time is very important to the academic achievement of our children and every moment counts. This includes but is not limited to lunch time in the cafeteria.
Soft drinks, chips, pizza and any other party favors such as gift bags and balloons could potentially take time away from classroom instruction and are prohibited from being brought into the classroom or cafeteria at any time. In addition, Crump participates in the school Breakfast Program/ National School Lunch Program. To insure that we remain in compliance with their operating procedure, we cannot offer or sale competitive foods at our school.
However, teachers may acknowledge parents request to bring cake/cupcakes for ALL students per class to be consumed at the end of the class lunch hour in the school cafeteria. Teachers will be responsible for ensuring that the school administration and the cafeteria staff are made aware of any dates for their class participation in such acknowledgements.
We ask that no party invitations are to be distributed during the school day. We do understand that celebrating your child’s birthday is a special moment and we would like to be a part of that by suggesting that a book or other commemorative item be donated to the classroom or library in the child’s name. The item donated would be a constant reminder of your child’s celebration of life while celebrating with others.
Impromptu parties WILL NOT be held during the Instructional School Day. Classroom teachers may decide to hold purposeful and planned classroom parties during the last one hour of the instructional day during designated times ( Winter Break, Spring Break, End of School Year) when requested and approved by administration. Parents are encouraged to participate and will abide by the Federal Nutritional Guidelines.
Cafeteria Procedures
In an effort to maintain a pleasant environment in our cafeteria where each student can get his/her lunch and have ample time to eat, the procedures should be followed:1. Walk in a quiet and orderly manner into the cafeteria.2. Go directly to your assigned table or serving line3. Return from serving line to your assigned table and enjoy your lunch. 4. Remain in your seat until the assistant/volunteer come around to collect your trash.5. Dump your trash and remain in your seat until your teacher comes for class pick-up6. Keep voices at an appropriate low volume at all times.7. Use cleanliness and good table manners at all times.
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8. Opened food or drink is not permitted out of the cafeteria.9. Cooperate with all cafeteria personnel and report any inappropriate behavior to school adult10. Quiet Wednesday will be set aside for silent reflection, reading and motivation
Snack Guidelines
Below is a list of recommended healthy ideas for classroom snacks and parties. This list is based on the Federal Nutritional Guidelines. Please remember to check with your child’s teacher concerning food items to be served to students.
☻ Low-fat Milk/flavored milk☻ 100% Juice☻ Water/flavored water (calorie-free)☻ Fresh fruit assortment☻ Fruit and cheese kabobs☻ Fruit w/whipped toppingFor more information contact Shelby County Schools Division of Nutrition Services at(901)416 – 5550."IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL LAW AND U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE POLICY, THIS INSTITUTION IS PROHIBITED FROM DISCRIMINATING ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, AGE, OR DISABILITY. TO FILE A COMPLAINT OF DISCRIMINATION, WRITE USDA, DIRECTOR, OFFICE OF CIVIL RIGHTS, ROOM 326-W, WHITTEN BUILDING, 1400 INDEPENDENCE AVE NUE, S.W., WASHINGTON, DC 20250-9410 OR CALL (202) 720-5964 (VOICE AND TDD). "USDA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER AND
5014 Grading System Policy
GRADING SYSTEM FOR GRADES K-5
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The grading system for Shelby County Elementary Schools in accordance with the Tennessee Uniform Grading System establishes the grading system for grades kindergarten through fifth grade. See policy 5014 Grading System For Grades K-5
Two (2) report cards are used in grades K-5; (1) for kindergarten; (1) for grades 1-5. Teachers should refer to the appropriate card for an explanation of the grading system for each level. See
Kindergarten: The kindergarten report cards show progress toward the state standards. The grade level standard is set by the state and indicates what a student should know and be able to do. Students are evaluated based on their progress toward meeting benchmarks for each standard. This is indicated by mastery or non-mastery for each skill. Report cards are sent home at the end of each nine-week term.
Grades 1-5
1. In all schools, students' conduct is graded as “E”, “G”, “S”, “N”, or “U” and is to be reported at each grading period on the report card. Self-contained classes receive one homeroom conduct grade. Individual subject classes each give a conduct grade.
2. The basic grading system for knowledge / subject area is expressed by the letters “A”, “B”, “C”, “D”, and “F” with the following numerical values except for 1st grade science and social studies which will be expressed by the letter “S” or “N”.
A ........................................................ 93-100B ........................................................ 85-92C ........................................................ 75-84D ........................................................ 70-74F ........................................................ Below 70
Plus and minus evaluations are not to be added to letter grades. The numerical values listed are for teacher use only.
SPECIAL EDUCATION
Students receiving special education services will receive reports and grades based on progress toward goals stated in their Individualized Education Program (IEP).
ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS (ELL) Students receiving services under English as a Second Language (ESL) may be afforded modified evaluation of knowledge and skills to more accurately reflect their academic progress. The Office of English as a Second Language will advise schools regarding modifications when necessary or requested.
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Emergencies
In the event of a natural disaster or other emergency, please be assured that Crump Elementary School does have a plan in place to respond to any type of disaster that can be anticipated.Crump Elementary School personnel take emergency preparedness very seriously and are committed to the safety of each student.Should a natural disaster or other emergency occur, parents would be provided instructions and information through the news media. Parental cooperation in following those instructions will be vital in ensuring the safety of our students.Parents will not be permitted to enter the building to locate and take their children without following the instructions provided. Pick-up locations and procedures willbe announced as dictated by the prevailing circumstances. If necessary, some or all students may be taken to an alternative location for parent pickup.If available, the school gymnasium will be our centralized pick-up point. Students will only be permitted to leave with the listed guardian or emergency contact person listed in our records.Parents may wish to update their contacts with the school. In the case of a non-critical crisis in which school is dismissed early, every effort will be made to provide parents with adequate notificationthrough the media. Lastly, parents are asked not to telephone the school in the event of a disaster.If the telephones are working, we will need all lines clear to communicate with emergency agencies, news agencies, and school system support personnel.
Family / Student Emergencies
School officials will not interrupt classroom instruction to deliver a message to a student or to call a student out of class except for emergencies. However, in the case of an emergency, we will be glad to assist you in any way. If a student is injured during the school day, we must have current emergency phone numbers for each student. Please be sure to include the name and number of two emergency friends on your child's enrollment information. If this information changes during the year, please call the school office at 901-416-1970, and we will update as needed.
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Office Hours and Procedures
Office hours are from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
The busiest times in the office are: 08:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Unless it is an extreme emergency please leave messages or email classroom teachers. Daily instructions cannot be interrupted by telephone calls to classrooms.
Lost and FoundLabeling coats, jackets, sweaters, etc. is recommended. Misplaced items will be taken to the gymnasium and placed in the Lost and Found container. Please see PE teacher or PlantManager for access to the container.
Textbooks that have been found will be turned in to the main office and forwarded to appropriate classroom
Library books will be returned to the library. Items that remain unclaimed will be donated to a charitable organization at the end of each month
Medications
Students are not allowed to bring any medication to school, nor are they allowed to keep any type of medication on their person or in their lockers. This includes aspirin, prescriptions, etc. but excludes inhalers, which may be kept with the student as long as the appropriate form has been filed with the office. If you have any questions, call the office, ask the secretary, and she will be happy to assist you.
The following requirements must be met before school personnel will dispense medication to students:1. Nonprescription or "as needed" medications will not be dispensed at school unless authorized by a physician.2. A physician's written order is required for all medication. In most cases, the prescription label on the medication container is considered to be a "written order."3. All medicines, both prescription and over-the-counter, must be in the original container.4. All medicines must be labeled with the name of the student, the dosage to be administered, and the specific time the dosage is to be administered.5. A completed and signed "Parents' Authorization for the Administration of Medication at School" form must accompany each medication.6. All medications will be dispensed only as directed on the prescription label and the Parent Authorization form; these two must correspond. A phone call or written note from a parent will not suffice for a change -this must come from the physician. Remember to contact the secretary with any further questions.
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Crump Elementary School“Where the Best Achieve Excellence”
STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
The Student Code of Conduct Handbook includes sample violations and sample disciplinary measures and interventions for students. This Code serves as a guide for students, parents/guardians, teachers and administrative personnel.
The Code also includes examples of the rights and responsibilities of students, teachers and parents and a parent contract that a parent/guardian must sign to indicate that he/she received and read the Code and will abide by its contents. Although the disciplinary measures to be used are district-wide, schools may use their own intervention strategies in addition to the strategies listed in the Code.
Parents/guardians will receive a Student Code of Conduct Handbook 2014-2015 and a Student Code of Conduct Brochure at registration or the Handbook and Brochure will be sent home from the school. The Student Code of Conduct Brochure must be signed and returned to your child’s teacher.
CRUMP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL“Where the Best Achieve Excellence”
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Guidelines for Handling ConcernsParents should… Schools will…..
Make a telephone call or an appointment before visiting the school to talk with the teacher or principal about your concern.
Follow the process for handling classroom concerns and speak to the teacher first then the principal if necessary.
Check in at the school office when arriving on campus and sign the school’s log book.
Allow a reasonable amount of time for the principal or teacher to investigate the matter.
Arrange classroom observations so that they will not interfere with teaching and learning.
Address questions or concerns resulting from classroom observations in a scheduled conference.
Refrain from discussing the school or teacher negatively in the presence of your child and work to maintain a positive attitude with the teacher or administrator during a meeting or conference.
Seek to understand the school’s academic and behavior expectations.
Refer to the school’s Parent/Student Handbook for all questions pertaining to the rules and regulations outlined by the school.
Respond in a timely manner to parents’ phone calls and requests for conferences.
Respect parents’ needs and strive to work cooperatively with them in providing services.
Greet parents immediately and provide a welcoming environment that meets children’s educational needs.
Investigate and attempt to handle problems quickly.
Schedule time to meet privately with parents to discuss problems or concerns upon request.
Listen to and take seriously the concerns of parents. Assure parents that steps will be taken to prevent the problem from recurring.
Be considerate and provide respectful service to parents and students, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender and physical or mental ability.
Provide clear and easily understood expectations of academic and behavior requirements.
Share the school’s Parent/Student Handbook with parents and answer questions regarding school rules and practices.
CRUMP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL“WHERE THE BEST ACHIEVE EXCELLCENCE”
DISMISSAL CALL TIMES
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2015-2016
Parents may not enter building to pick-up students and must follow dismissal procedures and rules. Parents will not be allowed to check-out students after 3:30 pm. Early check-out must be for student appointments or family emergency only.
Parents of car riders must remain in the car rider line and must not come to the doors where students are being dismissed.
4:05 ------ Car Riders
4:10 ------ Day Care Riders
4:15 ------ Walkers
Abbreviated Four Hour Dismissal Schedule
12:45 ~ Car Riders
12:50 ~ Day Care Riders
12:55 ~ Walkers
Reminders: We will announce each mode of transportation for dismissal
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