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Student/Parent Handbook
2014 – 2015
P.O. Box 758
400 S. Washington
Long Beach, WA 98631
Phone: (360) 642.3242
Ocean Beach School District
Todd Carper, Principal
Visit our web page at http://www.ocean.k12.wa.us
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Home of the Eagles
Long Beach
Elementary School Would you like regular
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Carper at
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Dear Parents and Students,
Welcome to Long Beach Elementary School! This handbook has been prepared to
help answer some of the most commonly asked questions about our school. We
hope it meets that purpose and also acquaints you with school policies. (Board
Policy 3200, RCW 28A3600.040)
We believe that a strong partnership between students, parents and school is
essential for the success of each Long Beach Elementary School student. We invite
you to join the staff in working toward our school and district mission:
Long Beach Elementary School is a
Safe, respectful and inviting place
Where we set high standards and celebrate our achievements,
Where learning is challenging and engaging, and
Where we prepare students to lead successful lives as stewards of their
world.
Together we can provide the best education for our children.
Thank you for reading this handbook with your family. It will serve as a useful
communication tool and resource for you throughout the school year. It also
fulfills many legal notification requirements.
Sincerely,
The Long Beach Elementary School Staff
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Long Beach Elementary School
2014-2015
School Colors: Blue and Green
Mascot: Eagle
Daily Schedule We want your child to be safe and supervised at all times. PLEASE DO NOT ALLOW YOUR
CHILD TO ARRIVE BEFORE THE TIMES LISTED HERE.
7:35 Cafeteria Opens
7:55 Breakfast will stop being served
8:00 School Begins
Cobb, Marshman, Person, Hester-Lunch at 10:55-11:25
Baker, Huff, Knapp, Strom-Lunch at 11:30-12:00
Anderson, Clarke, Huddleston, Mathison-Lunch at 12:05-12:35
(Lunch times are subject to change)
2:45 Student Dismissal
12:55 Friday Dismissal
Long Beach Elementary School office hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Individual class schedules will be provided to you by your child’s teacher.
For your child's security, all entry doors will be locked with the exception of the main office
entry. Please check in at the office if you have business at the school.
Student Check Out: To ensure the safety of our students, students are only released to
individuals listed on the registration form, or those the parent or legal guardian has approved on
the “Student Check-Out” form. Students will not be released to other individuals without parent
approval.
Title 1 Long Beach Elementary School is a School Wide Title 1 school. This means that all our students
can and do receive Title (interventions in math, reading and writing) services when the need
arises. Please see the “What is Title 1” handout in the school office for more information.
PARENT/SCHOOL COMMUNICATIONS
Visitations: Sometimes a visit to your child's classroom is a good way to learn first hand about
your youngster's educational program and his/her adjustment to the school setting. We would
like to encourage you to visit your child's room any time. Contact your child's teacher about
arranging for a visit prior to the visitation. Please give the teachers 24 hours advance notice. All
persons who come into the building, who are not regular staff members or regularly registered
students, are to register at the office as visitors. Volunteers and visitors will sign in and be given
badges to wear while in the building. This includes any and all types of visitors or volunteers.
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Parental Custody: (Board Policy 3126) In the case that a custody issue restricts parental rights
to a child, the office must have written notification. In order to protect children from
unauthorized adults taking a child from school, we must have on file a copy of a restraining
order issued in the state of Washington. Contact your lawyer for assistance.
Parent/Teacher Conference: Conferences are scheduled for all students in the fall and spring.
Your child's teacher will schedule a conference with you to discuss your student's progress and to
respond to your questions or concerns. You and/or your child's teacher may also be interested in
meeting at times other than the regularly scheduled conference times. We would encourage you
to contact your child's teacher and make the necessary arrangements that are convenient for both
you and the teacher.
Pupil Progress Reports: Written report cards regarding student progress are issued at each
conference and at the end of the school year. Students are evaluated in relation to their own
work and progress, as well as in comparison with grade level expectations. The report card is
seen as only one way to communicate with parents about their children's progress. Personal
conferences, phone calls and notes between teacher and parent are felt to be important additional
ways to exchange information.
Monday Folders: Each Monday your child will bring home a folder with important information
regarding your student’s progress in school and other information as it relates to what is
happening at our school. Your child’s teacher will provide you with more information on the
Monday Folders at the beginning of the school year.
Regular Communication: Either weekly or twice a month you will receive a newsletter or some
other form of communication from your child’s teacher about what is happening at school. Each
family may choose to get a paper copy or electronic copy of the newsletter. The principal will
also send out a newsletter once a month.
Long Beach Parents Inclusive: Parents Inclusive is a non-profit group representing the parents
of Long Beach Elementary students. Their main purpose is to promote, support and generate
interest in all activities occurring within the school program. Typically, they raise funds to help
support student activities and instruction, as well as promoting opportunities for parental
involvement and understanding of school programs. Parents are encouraged and welcomed to
get involved in this team effort.
Parents Inclusive has regular monthly meetings at Long Beach Elementary School. Information
will be sent home once the dates and times are known.
Helping Your Child in School: The following are some things you as parents can do to help
your child with his/her school life:
1. Work with teachers, principals, nurse, counselor, and other school personnel.
2. Show enthusiasm and interest in the things your child is doing in school.
3. Help your child understand the need to be considerate of others and to respect
property and rights.
4. Encourage your child to tell about school activities and listen sincerely when he/she
is sharing.
5. Call the school when unsure of school-related matters.
6. Hear both the child's and the teacher's version of a controversial issue.
7. Praise your child for work well done and praise them for improvement. Improvement
may take place in work and study habits, conduct, attitude, and specific skills.
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8. Visit the school often and accept invitations to classroom and school activities.
9. Help your child schedule time so that he or she has an opportunity for study time at
home when necessary.
ATTENDANCE INFORMATION
(Board Policy No. 3122, RCW 13.34.300)
If your child is going to miss school for any reason, please call the school prior to 9:00 AM on
the day of the absence to inform the school about the reason for the absence. The phone number
is:
360.642.3242
You can call this number 24 hours a day and leave a message about the absence. If more
information is needed from the school, they will get back to you
Attendance Incentive Program:
Long Beach Elementary School recognizes that regular school attendance contributes to
successful student achievement. Days lost from school cannot be “made up,” even if the class
work and homework are done, because there is no substitute for uninterrupted personal contact
between teacher and student.
Attendance at school is a shared responsibility of the parent(s)/guardian(s), student and school
personnel.
Long Beach Elementary provides incentives for good attendance..
Individual
Students who have perfect attendance each month will be recognized at monthly student
recognition assemblies.
Students who have outstanding attendance (97%) or better for the entire year will be
given the Outstanding Attendance Award at the end of the year assembly. A student
must have fewer than 5 tardies to be eligible for this award.
Students who have perfect attendance (no absences for any reason) for the entire year will
receive the Perfect Attendance Award at the end of the year assembly and have their
name placed on a plaque in the school’s trophy case. A student must have fewer than 3
tardies to be eligible for this award.
Class
The class with the best attendance record for the month is recognized during the monthly
assembly and given the class Eagle Award for the month.
Attendance: Washington’s truancy law (RCW 28A.225), often termed “the Becca Bill,” is
intended to stop truancy before it becomes a problem. The law requires one thing of students:
attend school. It also requires one thing of parents: ensure that your child attends school. If a
student does not attend school, the law requires the school district to take action.
Absences: Official excuses for absences are illness, doctor and dental appointments, religious
observance requested by the parent, a school activity, and family emergencies. (Board Policy
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3122) Students who are more than 30 minutes late to school or who are excused from school for
more than 30 minutes will be considered as having a half-day absence. Absences for other
purposes must be pre-approved through contact with the teacher and principal. If your child
cannot attend school for any reason, please call the school by 9:00 am at 642.3242.
If it is determined by the child’s teacher or the administration that poor attendance is affecting
progress in school, a doctor’s note may be required to excuse further student absences.
One (1) or Two (2) Unexcused Absences
After a single unexcused absence, the school must contact the parent(s). This is generally done
by phone or letter. After a second unexcused absence, the school is required to schedule a
conference with the parent(s) to discuss solutions to the truancy problem.
Five (5) Unexcused Absences
If a student has five (5) unexcused absences in a month, the school may take stronger steps to
end the truancy problem. The school may file a petition with the Pacific County Superior Court,
enter into a written truancy agreement with the family, or take other reasonable action.
Seven (7) and Ten (10) Unexcused Absences
Court action is required when a student has seven (7) unexcused absences in a month or ten (10)
in a year. The truancy law requires that school districts file a petition in Superior Court against
the student, parent, or both. After a petition is filed a court date will be set. If it is determined by
the Court (after hearing from the school district, parents, student, and other witnesses) that the
student was truant, the court will take action to compel regular school attendance.
Regular Attendance: It is the responsibility of the school to work with the parents and students
when an attendance pattern begins to interfere with success at school.
If a student has…
Five (5) or more consecutive days absent, parents must obtain a doctor’s note and submit it to the
school.
Five (5) absences in a trimester: Teacher will contact parent about the absences.
Seven (7) absences (excused or unexcused) in a trimester: Administration will contact parent
about absences reminding them of the school’s attendance policy, and that if they get to 10
absences in a trimester, a meeting will be scheduled to discuss attendance concerns.
Ten (10) absences in a trimester: Mandatory parent meeting will be set up to develop a proactive
attendance plan.
Fifteen (15) absences in the school year (in disregard to personal attendance plan if one has been
created), an attendance meeting will be held with the parents, teacher and principal)
If there are extenuating circumstances such as a prolonged or chronic illness, family emergency,
or other unforeseen events that interrupts with your child’s attendance, please contact your
school’s teacher so that we can work together to lessen the impact on your child’s education.
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Family Vacations/Extended Absences: Parents are reminded that Washington law requires
compulsory attendance for students. We strongly encourage families to plan their vacations
during the non-school days such as summer vacation, spring break, winter break, etc. One
family vacation a year of 5 days or less will be excused if: 1. the absence is prearranged with the
child’s teacher to help to minimize the effects of the absence; 2. the student has had 93 percent
attendance or better up to the time of the vacation.
Any vacation that causes a child to miss 6 to 10 days will only be excused if the teacher agrees
that the child can handle the make-up work. Any extended absence over 10 days will not be
excused without a note from a medical practitioner and will fall under the above guidelines. If
you decide to be gone for more than 10 consecutive school days or take more than one family
vacation beyond five days, you have the following options:
1. Unenroll your child and register him/her as a home schooled student at the district office;
2. Enroll your child in a school where you are going to visit;
3. Take the absences as unexcused absences.
Choosing option 3 may result in a petition being filed in the Pacific County Court to compel
better attendance.
Emergency School Closures/Delays: The following radio and TV stations will be notified of
closure or delay in case of ice, snow, power outages, or other emergencies impacting the schools
in the Ocean Beach School District No. 101.
RADIO STATIONS:
KVAS 1230 AM Astoria
KAST 1370 AM Astoria
KAST 99.7 FM Astoria
KMUN 91.9 FM Astoria
KSWB 840 AM Seaside
TV STATIONS:
KATU Channel 2 Portland
KING Channel 5 Seattle
You can also check the district web page at www.ocean.k12.wa.us and the Long Beach
Elementary School facebook page.
POSITIVE BEHAVIORAL SUPPORT SYSTEMS Long Beach Self Manager (LBSM): The LBSM Award is the highest honor a student at Long
Beach Elementary School can receive. Students who earn their LBSM Award will be celebrated
at monthly LBSM Assemblies. You will receive more information about the expectations
required for the LBSM Award. Once students have been nominated by their homeroom teacher,
their names will be sent to all staff to be sure the expectations have been met in all areas of the
school. Other requirements to receive their LBSM award are:
In the month they are nominated:
1. No office referrals
2. No tardies
3. Fewer than 3 absences
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While the standards for the LBSM award are high, we believe that all students can achieve this
award, and we will work with the student and the parent to help our students receive this award.
Eagle Bucks: Students can receive Eagle Bucks from any staff member for doing a good deed.
These good deeds range from picking up trash to showing kindness to another student. The goal
of the Eagle Buck program is not for students to do good deeds to get Eagle Bucks, but for
students to be “caught” doing something good and rewarding them for it. There will be a
drawing of all the Eagle Bucks one or two times a month and those students names that are
drawn will have a celebration with the principal.
“Outstanding Citizenship” Eagle Buck: Students can receive a special Stewardship Eagle
Buck when they are seen being good stewards of our school or community. Each student will
learn what it means to be a Steward of their School early in the school year.
Book of Excellence: The Book of Excellence is located in Mr. Carper’s office. Students who
show academic excellence in the classroom will have the privilege of signing that book for Mr.
Carper.
Top of the Crop: Each week we will recognize top student work on a bulletin board outside the
office. Each teacher will choose one piece of work to be displayed each week. Students who
have their work displayed will sign the Book of Excellence and a letter from the principal will be
sent home.
Card System: Each teacher at Long Beach Elementary School will use a color card system for
positive behavior management. This system is used consistently across all grade levels and in all
classrooms. It is important to recognize that this program is about creating positive behavior
change and is not a discipline program. Teachers will keep track of “cards pulled” by students
and this can be used as a tool by the teacher and parent for creating positive behavior change
when necessary. Parents will receive information on the card system at the beginning of the
school year.
HUG Program: HUG stands for: Hello, Update, and Goodbye. Despite all the positive
behavior support programs at Long Beach Elementary School, some students still need a little
more support. That is where the HUG program comes in. This program provides:
• A check in/check out system that provides support for students experiencing challenging
behaviors
• Reinforcement and positive attention from adults
• A team approach connecting school and home
Before any student enters the HUG program a referral is made by a staff member, parent, or
student self referral and a meeting with all teachers, administrators, parents and the students is
held to determine if the HUG program is a viable option for the student. At that time individual
goals will be set and the program will be further explained.
MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION
Boundaries: (Board Policy 3130 & 3131) There are currently two elementary attendance zones
within the Ocean Beach School District. Cranberry Road serves as the dividing line between the
two zones with all students residing north of Cranberry attending Ocean Park Elementary and all
students living south attending Long Beach Elementary.
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It is vitally important for planning, staffing and equity purposes to maintain a firm adherence to
these boundary restrictions. Therefore, the district may require parents to provide proof of
residence to insure that their students are placed at the appropriate school. (Please see Moving
for exceptions to this policy)
Cell Phones: Students are allowed to have cell phones at school as long as they are turned off
and put away. If students have them out or if they go off during school time the following
procedures will take place (School time is defined as 7:35 AM to 3:00 PM):
First offense: Taken away and given back at the end of the day (Parents will be notified)
Second offense: Taken away and given back to parent/guardian
Third offense: Taken away and given back to parents and the student will not be allowed
to bring a cell phone to school
All other: Treated as insubordination
Classroom Placement Policy: Long Beach Elementary School’s classroom placement process
utilizes a team approach in providing well balanced, supportive instructional groups in all
classrooms. To achieve this balance, teacher teams create learning environments based on the
following criteria: gender, achievement level, behavioral characteristics, leadership, learning
needs, support services, student combinations, parent information, staff and principal input.
Long Beach’s teachers know their students very well and are committed to recommending an
effective placement for all children. We believe this class placement process will assist us in
creating fair and equitable learning communities for all our children. Student placement is one
of the most important events that we perform each spring. Numerous hours are spent carefully
placing each child to create balanced, heterogeneous groupings. It is because of this sensitive
and professional process that we discourage requests for particular teachers. There are
other considerations that are taken into account when we are dealing with split classes, contract
language, and the number of times a student has the same teacher.
If we can honor parent requests and keep the classrooms balanced we will, but you need to
remember that we cannot always accommodate everyone. Classrooms that are not balanced are
not fair to the teachers or the students. When deciding which requests to give the highest priority
we will look at the reason for the request, not who asked first. We will also take into account
how often a parent has requested and been granted or denied a request. When parents seldom
make requests, we know that they feel strongly about a situation when they do. We will also
give priority to a parent who did not receive their request the last time they asked. Parents may
also request that their student be separated from another student, but you may not make this
request and a specific teacher request because you are then choosing a teacher for another
student. All requests must be in writing and given to the principal prior to class lists being
posted in mid-August.
Closed Campus: Long Beach Elementary School is a closed campus. Students shall not be
removed from school grounds, any school building or school function during school hours except
by a person authorized in accordance with district procedures. Before a student is removed or
excused, the person seeking to remove the student must present, to the satisfaction of the
superintendent or principal, evidence of his/her proper authority to remove the student.
Prior written authorization from the residential parent or guardian is required before releasing a
student into someone else’s custody unless an emergency situation justifies a waiver. No student
shall be removed from campus by anyone without first getting permission from the student’s
parent or guardian, unless the safety of the student is at stake.
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Board Policy 3124
RCW 28A.605.010
Cologne/Perfume at School: Students are not to use/bring cologne or perfume to school. We
have many students with allergies to these scents and students tend to put too much on when they
have it at school.
Community Use of Building: Public and private groups may apply for building use for non-
school hours (primarily evening use). Application should be made to the school office, and
assigned times will be granted according to availability. Any school-related activities or
programs will take precedence over regularly scheduled outside groups. There is a fee for using
district facilities.
Elevator: The elevator is available for students and adults who have difficulty using the stairs.
All students must have permission from a school staff member in order to use the elevator.
Facebook: Long Beach Elementary School has an active facebook page at
www.facebook.com/longbeacheagles. This site is for parents and community members that are
13 years of age and older that want to stay informed about what is happening at Long Beach
Elementary School. Any student under the age of 13 that “likes” our page will be removed by
the site administrator. This is a facebook policy with which we concur.
We want to keep this site open for our parents and community to keep up-to-date about what is
going on at our school. We also want to allow parents and community members the freedom to
post exciting things that are going on in their family and to ask questions about procedures and
events. In return we ask that our facebook page not be used to voice frustrations, complaints, or
concerns about staff, procedures, etc. at the school. Please contact the building principal or the
teacher directly for these types of issues.
Family Access: Family Access is a web based student information system which provides a
way for parents/guardians to access specific information about their student(s) at Long Beach
elementary School.
For Long Beach Elementary School you can access information about attendance, report cards,
lunch accounts, and other general student information. You can set it up so that you get an
automatic e-mail every time anything is entered for your student’s attendance and when your
child’s lunch account balance falls below $5.00.
To get to Family Access, you need to follow these steps:
1. Go to www.ocean.k12.wa.us
2. Click on the “Family Access” link to the left of that page
3. Click on the “Family Access Login” link near the bottom of the page
4. Enter your personal Login and Password information*
*If you don’t have your personal Login and Password information, please contact the school and
it will be given to you.
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Field Trips: A permission slip will be sent home for school-sponsored field trips. We must
have a signed permission slip by a parent/guardian to allow a child to leave school. We cannot
accept phone calls in place of the field trip form.
All chaperones on a school-sponsored field trip must have a completed and current criminal
background check on file in the district/school office. Volunteers are not permitted to bring their
spouse, relatives, children (other than the participating student), friends, or pets on field trips.
Gum: Gum chewing is not allowed at school at any time.
Head Lice: Lice is an issue that comes up every year in almost every elementary school in the
country. There is not a Board Policy on what to do when a student has head lice. The Health
Department and the National Nurses Association do not believe it is necessary to send children
home just because they have nits or live lice. We will work with families whose children are
infected with lice. If there is an infestation in any area of the school, we will send kids home and
institute a temporary no nit policy.
The school does not do regular “head checks” for lice. We follow the recommendation of the
Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If a student is found with head lice, students of
concern will have their heads checked by school personnel.
HIV/Sexual Health Curriculum: In the 5th
grade students will receive instruction in
HIV/AIDS prevention. At least one month prior to this instruction, parents will be given the
opportunity to review the curriculum and ask questions. This will take place at the Open House,
at a Coffee with the Principal in February or March (in the morning and evening) and on a
weekend during February or March. Parents may also come in and review the curriculum on
their own time by setting up an appointment with Mr. Carper. A student may be removed from
HIV/AIDS prevention education if the student’s parent or guardian, having reviewed the
curriculum, objects in writing to such participation.
Insurance: It is extremely important for all students to be covered by either school insurance or
insurance provided through home. School insurance forms are available in the office throughout
the year. If you sign up for this insurance and need to file a claim and have other medical
insurance, you should file a claim with both companies. This policy will coordinate benefits
with other available insurance. Forms to file a claim are available in the school office. Board
Policy 6535.
ID Badges: All adults that are supposed to be at Long Beach Elementary School during the
school day will be required to have an ID badge on them at all times that is visible to our
students. This includes staff members, volunteers, and parents. Students will be instructed not
to approach or go with any adult that does not have the ID badge. All visitors to our school (this
includes district staff that are not part of the Long Beach Elementary School Staff) must sign in
at the office and either get a visitors badge or display their district ID badge.
Lost and Found: The school provides an area for lost and found items. It is the student's
responsibility to check for lost personal items. Parents are encouraged to mark clothing items,
such as jackets, lunch boxes, etc. with their child’s name. Lost clothing will be periodically
displayed throughout the school year. At the seasonal breaks, unclaimed articles are donated to a
local charity.
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McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act: If your family lives in any of the
following situations:
*In a shelter, motel, vehicle, or campground
*On the street
*In an abandoned building, trailer, or other inadequate accommodations, or
*Doubled up with friends or relatives because you cannot find or afford housing
Then, your children have certain rights or protections under this act. These rights and
protections include the right to continue in the school they attended before you became homeless
or the school they last attended, if that is your choice and is feasible. This includes the right to
receive transportation to the school they attended before your family became homeless if you
request such transportation. For more information see the flyer that is hanging in the school
foyer or call the District Office at 642.3739. Board Policy 3115.
Meal Programs: The Ocean Beach School District offers breakfast and lunch service which is
available to all students. This is a federally funded program and some students may qualify for
free or reduced priced meals. Application and information will be sent home the first day of
school and are also available in the office. Parents and guardians may apply for this program
anytime during the school year.
It is the parents’ responsibility to provide lunch money or a sack lunch each day. Parents will be
called if a lunch or lunch money is not provided.
Meal prices will be communicated to parents once they are approved by the School Board.
A district-wide computer system is used to record payments and purchases in lunch accounts.
Payment, in cash or by check, may be made in the office. You will be notified when your
account falls below a set amount (usually $10.00) as it is important to pre-pay for meals; meals
may not be charged. You can also sign up on “Family Access” to receive an automatic e-mail
when your child’s balance falls below $5.00. See “Family Access” for more details.
Purchases are recorded when a student enters their PIN number. This process is closely
monitored by school staff. For questions about your account, you may check with the school
office.
School Lunch at Long Beach Elementary School: We believe that it is important that all students
eat a healthy lunch each day they are at school. We want this to take place for our students who
eat a hot lunch at school or for our students that bring a lunch from home.
When packing your student’s lunch, please keep the following in mind:
1. Provide a healthy main course
2. Most juices and waters are appropriate for lunch
3. Soda pop is not allowed at Long Beach Elementary School unless it is a special occasion
in the classroom
4. Energy drinks are not allowed at Long Beach Elementary School
5. Limit bags of chips to the snack size or put them in a sandwich size baggie
6. Desserts need to be limited to one reasonably sized piece of candy or treat
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Students who bring inappropriate items for lunch will have them confiscated and a parent or
guardian can pick them up.
Students are not allowed to share food items at lunch whether they bring them from home or
participate in our hot lunch program. When students bring big bags of chips or lots of candy it is
not only unhealthy, it causes a distraction in the cafeteria.
Moving: Sometimes families have to move during the school year. If you move within the
district boundaries but are no longer within Long Beach Elementary School boundary, you may
elect to go to Ocean Park School or stay at Long Beach Elementary School for the remainder of
the school year as long as you can transport. At the beginning of the next school year, you will
be expected to transfer schools.
Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action: The Ocean Beach School District No. 101 does
not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, creed, religion, honorably
discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity,
disability, age, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by persons with a disability in
its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated
youth groups. The Ocean Beach School District No. 101 offers classes in many career and
technical education program areas under its open admissions policy. For more information about
particular course offerings, contact the Ilwaco High School at (360) 642-3731. English language
proficiency is not an element of the admissions and participation requirements for career and
technical education classes. This notification can be provided in the appropriate language for
communities of national origin by contacting Erin Glenn at (360) 642-3242. The following
people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Board
Policy 5010.
Title IX Coordinator Section 504/ADA Coordinator/Civil Rights Laws
Athletic Director Compliance Coordinator
P.O. Box F Superintendent
Ilwaco, WA 98624 P.O. Box 778
360-642-3731 Long Beach, WA 98631
360.642.3739
The district will provide equal educational opportunity and treatment for all students in all
aspects of the academic and activities program without regard to race, religion, creed, color,
national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation
(including gender expression or identity), marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or
physical disability, participation in the Boy Scouts of America or the use of a trained dog guide
or service animal by a person with a disability. District programs will be free from sexual
harassment. Board Policy 3210.
Parties and Birthdays: Throughout the year classes may celebrate special occasions by having
a classroom party during non-instructional time. If you would be willing to assist the teacher
with parties, please let them know. If your child's birthday falls during the school year and you
would like to recognize the occasion with treats at school, please contact the teacher to arrange a
day and time. If your child is going to have a birthday party and you want to use school time to
pass out invitations to their party, all students in your child’s class must be invited. If you are
going to provide treats for your child on their birthday, then you must supply treats for the entire
class.
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TO AVOID DISRUPTING THE SCHOOL DAY WE REQUEST THAT YOU NOT HAVE
BALLOONS OR SPECIAL ITEMS DELIVERED AT SCHOOL.
Personal Material at School: Personal materials from home for Show and Tell will be
permitted with the teachers' permission. They should be clearly marked with the student's name.
Care and security of personal items remain the responsibility of the individual. The school
cannot take responsibility for lost or damaged items brought from home.
Pictures: School pictures are taken of individual students in the fall so families will have them
for the holidays. Students are not expected or required to buy these pictures. If you are absent
on picture day, there will be a retake day scheduled.
Principal’s Coffee Conversations: The Principal holds monthly Coffee Conversations to
provide opportunities for informal conversation. There will generally be a topic to focus on,
however the conversation will not be limited to this topic. A calendar will be sent out at the
beginning of the school with the dates for these conversations. Everyone is invited.
School Supplies: Grade level supply lists will be posted on the school website by the beginning
of August and will be available at the school office.
Sexual Harassment: The district is committed to a positive and production education and
working environment free from discrimination, including sexual harassment. The district
prohibits sexual harassment of students, employees and others involved in school district
activities. Board Policy 5011 & 6590 defines sexual harassment and Board Policy 5011P
describes the procedures for the complaint process.
Student Store: Our Associated Student Body (ASB) does operate a student store. School
supplies, candy, and small toys are sold. Our policy is that no student spends more than $5 a day
and that they buy no more than 3 candy bars.
Telephone Procedures: Students may use the school telephone ONLY in an emergency
situation or at the discretion of a staff member. Students will be called from classes to answer
the telephone in an emergency ONLY. At all other times, the office will take messages for the
students. Telephone messages must be received in the office by 1:00 p.m. (12:00 p.m. on
Fridays) to assure delivery to the individual before school dismissal.
Tobacco Use on School Property: Any use of tobacco products by staff, students, visitors and
community members shall be prohibited on school district property. This shall include all
district buildings, grounds, and district owned vehicles.
Students are subject to discipline for violation of this policy, and school district employees are
responsible for the enforcement of this policy.
Board Policy 4215, 3241, 5281
RCW 28A.210.310 and 70.155.80
Trading/Giving away/Selling Items at School: Students are not allowed to trade personal
items at school or sell personal items at school. This will be dealt with as a discipline issue if
necessary. Students may not give their personal property to another student at school.
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Volunteers: Volunteering is a great way to ensure the success of our students. Long Beach
parents log many volunteer hours through tutoring students, helping in classrooms, assisting in
the work, chaperoning field trips, and fund raising. Through Parents Inclusive, parents help plan
and implement a variety of community building events and programs including the Science Fair,
Family Nights, Art Show, Kindergarten Round-up, etc.
If you are interested in volunteering, there are plenty of opportunities. All volunteers are
required to pass a criminal background check. Applications to volunteer are available in the
office.
OTHER POLICIES
Anti-Bullying Policy
Everyone at Long Beach Elementary School is committed to making our school a safe respectful
and inviting place for all students. We will treat each other with respect, and we will refuse to
tolerate bullying in any form at our school.
Our school defines bullying as follows:
Examples of bullying include:
Hurting someone physically by hitting, kicking, tripping, pushing, and so on.
Stealing or damaging another person’s things.
Ganging up on someone.
Teasing someone in a hurtful way.
Using put-downs, such as insulting of someone’s race or making fun of someone for
being a boy or a girl.
Touching or showing private body parts.
Spreading rumors about someone.
Leaving someone out on purpose or trying to get other kids not to play with someone.
Cyberbullying where it interferes with the educational process.
Staff at our school will do the following things to prevent bullying and help children feel
safe at school:
Closely supervise students in all areas of the school and playground.
Watch for signs of bullying and stop it when it happens.
Teach the Second Step or Steps to Respect program (or other anti-bullying curriculum) to
students.
Respond quickly and sensitively to bullying reports.
Take seriously parents’ concerns about bullying.
Look into all reported bullying incidents.
Assign logical and progressive consequences for bullying that are designed to stop the
bullying, and are based on the severity and persistence of the bullying behavior.
Provide immediate consequences for retaliation against students who report bullying.
Students at our school will do the following things to prevent bullying:
Treat each other respectfully.
Refuse to bully others.
Bullying is unfair and one-sided. It happens when someone keeps hurting, frightening, threatening, or leaving someone out on purpose.
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Refuse to let others be bullied.
Refuse to watch, laugh, or join in when someone is being bullied.
Try to include everyone in play, especially those who are often left out.
Report bullying to an adult.
Board policy 3207 further describes our prohibition of harassment, intimidation, and bullying.
This is available on our district web sight, or you can request a copy from the principal. Students
(and their parents) who are victims of bullying will be given a copy of these rights and the
process for filing a complaint.
Student Dress Requirement: Please read and review with your child.
Students will dress appropriately so that they are not a distraction or disruption to the
educational process. The school administrator has the right to designate which types of dress or
appearance are not acceptable. Students must adhere to the following guidelines regarding
school dress. The school administrator will also look at the age appropriateness of certain types
of dress, ie. a kindergarten student wearing a spaghetti strapped blouse can be different from a
5th
grade student.
1. Students must wear shoes with safe/hard soles. High heel shoes are allowed for special
occasions only. Slippers, socks and/or flip-flops are not considered appropriate, as they do
not offer sanitary or safety protection. Footwear must have a strap around the heel for safety
during recess, P.E., and on the stairs. Shoes with wheels in them are not allowed at Long
Beach Elementary School.
2. All clothing must be appropriately buttoned/zipped. The length of shirts/blouses must extend
beyond the belt level and the student’s midriff must not be visible. See-through mesh type
shirts or blouses may only be worn over the top of another non-mesh shirt. Tank tops or
other tops that are low cut in the neck or arms are inappropriate.
3. Biker shorts, spandex leggings, and other like items that disrupt or detract from the
educational environment will not be allowed unless worn under other shorts or skirts of at
least fingertip length.
4. All skirts, slacks, and shorts must be hemmed and at least to fingertip length. Note:
Fingertip length means that the hem must be at or below the point reached when the
student’s arm, hand and fingers are fully extended against the student’s leg.
5. Slogans or advertising on clothing, which by their controversial or obscene nature disrupt the
educational setting, are prohibited.
6. Fashions and fads (such as baggy pants, cloth belts that have more than 4 inches extra length,
bandanas, or other gang-related/gang-style clothing) or clothing that presents a health or
safety hazard to oneself or others will not be allowed.
7. Pajamas may not be worn at school (Tops or Bottoms) unless a school wide activity permits
it. The administrator has the final say about what is or is not pajamas.
Students should be wearing clothes that they expect to wear all day. They will not be allowed to
change at school. Students may be sent home or asked to change clothing if it is inappropriate.
If a student is dressed inappropriately parents will be contacted. A note to parents will be sent
by mail if they cannot be reached by phone.
Classroom, Playground, and Common Area Rules: Classroom and common area rules will
be taught at the beginning of the school year and at other times as needed. Common area rules
will be posted throughout the school as a reminder to students and parents.
To assure safety for ALL, the following playground restrictions MUST be observed:
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1. Out of bounds areas will be defined by the playground supervisors.
2. Tag and running games will be played on the grass.
3. Physical contact games are NOT permitted (tackle football, karate, play fighting, etc.).
4. Items from home are not allowed on the playground without permission from the principal.
5. Students are to remain under the direct sight of a playground supervisor at all times.
6. Food and drinks are not allowed on the playground at any time.
Discipline: It is our goal to promote positive student behavior in a fair manner. When students
have not responded to positive encouragement to change inappropriate behavior, disciplinary
steps will be implemented to correct the inappropriate behavior. When discipline is administered
to students, it will be fair and consistent with school policies.
Consequences may include calling or sending a note to the parents, detention, in-school
suspension, out-of-school suspension, emergency expulsion or even expulsion. These
consequences are only for severe problems and used only when other alternatives have been tried
unsuccessfully. If it becomes necessary to remove a student from the formal learning
environment for a period of time, the following procedures will be followed:
1. Fair treatment of each student shall be such as to protect him or her from arbitrary and
unreasonable decisions.
2. A written record shall be maintained in the classroom or administrator's office.
3. All decisions shall be based on careful and reasoned investigation of facts and the consistent
application of rules and regulations.
4. A short-term suspension may not exceed ten consecutive school days.
SHORT TERM SUSPENSION - GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE (Temporary suspension may be
enforced while this procedure is followed.)
1. Any student who is suspended has the right to hear the complaint, face the staff member
making the complaint and be afforded an opportunity to defend his/her actions or show that
he/she is innocent of the charge or charges.
2. Any student or parent who is aggrieved by the imposition of a short-term suspension shall
have the right to an informal hearing with the principal for the purpose of resolving the
grievance. During such informal hearing the student or parent shall be subject to questions
from school personnel involved in the matter being grieved.
STUDENT/ADULT USE OF TOBACCO - DRUGS - ALCOHOL
1. Tobacco and its derivatives are not to be used on school premises. Any student possessing
tobacco, drugs, and/or alcohol will be subject to suspension and/or legal action. All adults
must adhere to the No Tobacco Policy while on school grounds.
2. Use and possession of drugs not prescribed by a physician or that are not known by the
parent are prohibited on school premises. (See Health issues for prescribed medication)
3. Alcohol is prohibited on or about school premises at all times.
4. Board Policy 4215 further explains the Use of Tobacco and Nicotine Substances on school
district property.
Appeal Process
Board Policy 3241 describes the appeal process for a short-term suspension and long-term
suspension or expulsion. This may be accessed on our district web page, and a copy will be sent
home to the parent(s)/guardian(s) of any student who receives a suspension or expulsion.
REGULATION OF DANGEROUS WEAPONS ON SCHOOL PREMISES
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It is a violation of district policy and state law for any person to carry a firearm or dangerous
weapon on school premises, school-provided transportation or areas of other facilities being used
exclusively for school activities.
The superintendent is directed to see that all school facilities post "Gun-Free Zone" signs, and
that all violations of this policy and RCW 9.41.280 are reported annually to the superintendent of
Public Instruction.
The following persons may carry firearms into school buildings, as necessary, although students
engaged in these activities are restricted to the possession of rifles on school premises:
A. Persons engaged in military, law enforcement, or school district security activities;
B. Persons involved in a school authorized convention, showing, demonstration, lecture or
firearm safety course;
C. Persons competing in school authorized firearm or air gun competitions; and
D. Any federal, state or local law enforcement officer.
The following persons over eighteen years of age and not enrolled as students may have firearms
in their possession on school property outside of school buildings:
A. Persons with concealed weapons permits issued pursuant to RCW 9.41.070 who are picking
up or dropping off students; and
B. Persons conducting legitimate business at the school and in lawful possession of a firearm or
dangerous weapon if the weapon is secured within an attended vehicle, is unloaded and
secured in a vehicle, or is concealed from view in a locked, unattended vehicle.
Persons may bring dangerous weapons, other than firearms, onto school premises if the weapons
are lawfully within the person's possession and are to be used in a school-authorized martial arts
class.
Persons over eighteen years of age and persons between fourteen and eighteen years of age with
written parental or guardian permission may possess personal protection spray devices on school
property. No one under eighteen years of age may deliver such devices, nor may anyone
eighteen years or older deliver a spray device to anyone under fourteen or to anyone between
fourteen and eighteen who does not have parental permission.
Personal protection spray devices may not be used other than in self-defense as defined by state
law. Possession, transmission or use of personal protection spray devices under any other
circumstances is a violation of district policy.
School officials shall notify the appropriate law enforcement agency of known or suspected
violations of this policy. Students who violate this policy shall be subject to discipline, including
a one-year expulsion for a violation involving a firearm. Board Policy 4210.
SEARCH AND SEIZURE PROCEDURES
In any search and seizure situation involving elementary school students the following
procedures shall be followed:
1. A student's person will only be searched when there is reasonable suspicion that the student
is concealing evidence of an illegal act or is in violation of school or school district rules or
regulations. Every effort will be made to contact parents if the student doesn't willingly
submit to search, and if safety is not a consideration.
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2. Illegal items (weapons, firearms, knives, etc.) or other possessions determined by faculty or
staff members to be a threat to the child's safety or security of others will be seized by school
authorities.
3. Items that may be used to disrupt or interfere with the educational process may be
temporarily removed from a child's possession by a faculty or staff member. These items
may be returned to the student by the faculty or staff member or through the office.
4. A general inspection of school properties, such as desks, lockers, etc., may be conducted on a
regular basis by school authorities. During these inspections, items that are school property
may be collected. Examples of this include overdue books, playground equipment,
textbooks, etc.
5. All items that have been seized will be turned over to proper authorities or returned to the
true owner, depending on the situation.
6. Students will have the opportunity to be present when a search of personal possessions is to
be conducted unless they are absent from school, and school authorities decide that an
immediate search is necessary.
TRAVEL TO AND FROM SCHOOL
Motor Vehicle Traffic: In order to provide a safe environment for students entering and leaving
school, the following regulations need to be observed:
1. Motor vehicles are not to be driven into the restricted area from 7:30 a.m. until 8:20 a.m. and
2:20 p.m. until 3: 00 p.m. or when buses are present.
2. Parents bringing or picking up students during posted times should use the designated
parking area southwest of the school. When picking up or dropping off students, please pull
all the way forward before stopping.
Dismissal Procedures:
Because of the traffic in our foyer area after school and our desire to keep student safety as our
number one priority, the following dismissal procedures are in place:
Kindergarten through Second Grade
2:40 PM*— We will excuse students who ride the bus, walkers and students that go to the after
school program if it is in session.
2:45 PM*— Parents/Guardian of Kindergarten through Second Grade Students that are being
picked up will go to their child’s classroom to pick up their student.
Third through Fifth Grade
2:45 PM*— All students will be dismissed from school and walked out with their teacher.
Teachers of students that are being picked up, must verify that the student is going
with the person that is supposed to pick them up.
Dismissal times are announced over the school loud speaker. Parent/Guardians should wait in
the foyer until these announcements are made.
*The Friday times will be 12:50 and 12:55.
All Grades
Important:
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1. We will only allow people that parents/guardians have designated as “Ok To Pick Up”
pick up children from Long Beach Elementary School.
2. If the supervisor does not know the person picking up the student, we will ask for proof
of identification.
3. Students are not allowed to wait outside for their ride.
4. Parents/guardians need to be here by the time school gets out. If this is not possible, then
parents/guardians should have their child ride the school bus or attend Boys’ and Girls’
Club.
5. Students that are designated as “walkers” must be approved by the principal and they
become the responsibility of the parent once they leave the school.
Walkers: Children walking to school along narrow roads without sidewalks need to be
reminded about safety. They need to be encouraged to pay attention to the traffic, and never
accept rides from strangers. It is always advisable for children to walk with a friend and to walk
facing traffic.
Bikes/Skate Boards & Scooters: Any student who rides one of these to school should also obey
all safety rules. A bike rack is provided for the safety of the student's bike, and must be used for
bike storage during the school day. Students who ride one of these to school must wear an
approved safety helmet. Students must walk their bike/skate board/scooter while on school
property.
Buses: Our drivers do their best to keep to their schedule so that students will be at school on
time. Usually students are expected to share bus seats with one or two other students. If your
student arrives home late or the bus is late in picking them up, please notify the bus garage as
soon as possible. The number to call is 642-2104. If your student has a problem on the bus or at
a particular bus stop, please call the bus garage at the same number.
BUS RULES
Don't Lose Your Bus Riding Privilege.
1. OBEY THE BUS DRIVER AT ALL TIMES. The bus driver is authorized to assign seats.
2. Be courteous. Use no profane language.
3. Do not eat or drink on the bus.
4. Keep head, hands, and feet inside the bus.
5. Stay in the seat and face forward.
6. Do not be destructive. Parents will be responsible for any damage done by their children.
7. Do not litter. KEEP THE BUS CLEAN.
8. Classroom conduct is required at all bus stops. No horse playing, fighting, etc.
*It is important that when students get off the bus in the morning and when they get on the bus in
the afternoon that they walk to and from the bus to the school.
Bus Discipline: If it becomes necessary to write a referral for misbehavior on the school bus the
following discipline will be issued:
1st Written Offense: Verbal Warning
2nd
Written Offense: Three day bus suspension
3rd
Written Offense: Five day bus suspension
4th
Written Offense: Suspension from the bus for the balance of the trimester
REMEMBER, SAFETY FIRST!
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Going Home: If your child is to ride a bus he/she does not normally ride, we must have either a
dated and signed permission slip or a call from the parent. Otherwise, the child will be put on
the bus that he/she normally rides. Please do not call us after 2:00 (12:00 on Fridays) with a bus
change unless a true emergency occurs. Once a student is on a bus, they may only be removed
from the bus through the school office.
If your Kindergartener is to be dropped off at a location other than their normal stop, we must be
informed in writing or by phone call. Kindergarten students will not be let off the bus unless an
adult is present, and can be seen, at the drop off location.
Student Pick-up and Parking: Students should be picked up in the school office and NOT in
the classroom. You will be asked to sign the student out, and if the student does return, they are
to sign back in. When picking up students from the south parking lot, parents should pull all the
way forward before stopping or park in visitor parking. Parents should park in designated
parking spaces and not block the bus loading area.
CURRICULUM INFORMATION
Homework Guidelines: Research has shown that homework activities build skills and reinforce
learning. Homework can also teach student responsibility and serve as a vehicle to bring parents
into the learning process. Students attending Long Beach Elementary will be given homework
assignments. The nature of the assignments will depend upon individual teachers, grade level
and curriculum. We have, however, outlined some general guidelines:
Content: Regular class work that is not finished during class time will, in most cases, become
homework assignments. Many homework assignments will be designed to provide additional
practice and review in a skill being taught at the time. In addition, intermediate and upper level
students may at times be involved in long-term projects which have both classroom and home-
study components.
Frequency: The number of days per week homework assignments can be expected will vary
among teachers. Generally, homework can be expected each school night for about ten minutes
multiplied by the child’s grade level (40 minutes for 4th
grade, 50 minutes for 5th
grade, etc.). All
students are expected to read at least 20 minutes at home every school day.
Illness: If a student is ill for more than one day, class work can be sent home for completion.
Since some content may have been introduced during the student's absence, he/she may need to
consult with the teacher before being able to finish the assignment.
Library: Students may use the library before school, during their library class and at other times
with their teacher's permission. We encourage our students to read and use the library materials.
Physical Education Requirements: 1. Students will participate in all physical education activities to the best of their abilities.
2. Students will come to physical education class in clothing that allows for freedom of
movement. Girls are encouraged to wear pants and all students are encouraged to wear
tennis-type shoes or joggers with rubber soles.
Special Education: Special Education classes are provided for those students who qualify. To
qualify, a student is referred by the classroom teacher or parent, and their concerns are discussed
by the building team, consisting of the parent, counselor, speech therapist, principal, learning
specialist and school psychologist. If the team determines it necessary, the student is then tested,
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and if determined eligible, an Individual Educational Plan (I.E.P.) is written for the student and
then implemented. Students are served in a variety of ways including but not limited to
receiving special help in the classroom, small group work, working out of the classroom, and
one-on-one instruction according to the needs of the student.
Speech: Speech therapy is provided for those students who qualify.
Other: The Ocean Beach School District has adopted core curriculum material to be used in all
classrooms. For more information on the core curriculum, standards and benchmarks, contact
your child’s teacher or the administration.
HEALTH
School health services are provided to appraise, protect and promote the health of students and
school personnel. The primary emphasis of our program is promoting wellness so the child
enjoys optimum physical and mental health.
Each year, a variety of health screenings are provided to assess vision, hearing, scoliosis and
dental health. Other wellness programs include health teaching and counseling. The programs
offered at school are not substitutes for routine health exams, and we recommend that your child
receive regular check-ups by your family doctor and dentist.
The following list includes some of the philosophies and health policies of the Ocean Beach
School District:
Adequate sleep and nutrition are essential for students to be alert, attentive, cooperative and
healthy. A good night's sleep (k-2nd 10+ hours, 3rd
-6th
8+ hours) and a nutritious breakfast will
prepare your child to meet the day at his/her best. In case of illness, do not send your child to
school. Your child will be less able to cope with school activities and may expose others. Until
the nature of the illness is determined, it is best to stay away from other children. If your child is
too sick to go outside for recess, they should be kept home.
Medication may be administered to children at school on a regular daily or emergency-as-
needed basis only upon the signed request of the parent/guardian and their family physician (this
is required by state law, RCW 28A.210.260), and this is to be renewed annually. Short-term
medication may be given by district personnel only by a signed request of the parent/guardian
providing the medication. The medication must be in the original container that is clearly
labeled with the child's name, name of the medication, and directions for administration (date,
time and dosage). All medications must be left in the school office for proper storage.
Communicable Disease control concerns maintaining wellness and a healthy environment.
Washington law requires school personnel to exclude from school students suspected of having
or having been exposed to certain communicable diseases specified by the Washington State
Health Division. Children will be sent home and parents will be instructed in the procedure for
readmission. Parents are responsible to inform the school when they suspect their child has a
communicable disease.
Immunizations are required by Washington State Law to ensure that every child attending
school is protected against certain communicable illnesses. A schedule of minimum
requirements is available in the school office. Any child not in compliance may be excluded
from school until those requirements are met. Emergency forms must be completed on each
student at the beginning of each year. This is used to keep current our understanding of the
student's health status, and provides for a parental signature granting permission for emergency
care. It is also important that the school office has current phone numbers where parents can be
reached in the event of an emergency.
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SCHOOL ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Your child is eligible to enter school if he or she will be five years of age on or before September
1. A birth certificate or other authentic proof of age MUST be presented at the time of
registration. We must also have a record of immunization for your child. You may register your
child in April, May, June, or August at the school office.
STUDENT RECORDS (FERPA Official Notification)
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords parents and students over 18 years of age
("eligible students") certain rights with respect to the student's education records. These rights are:
1. The right to inspect and review the student's education records within 45 days of the day the School
receives a request for access. Parents or eligible students should submit to the School principal [or appropriate
school official] a written request that identifies the record(s) they wish to inspect. The School official will make
arrangements for access and notify the parent or eligible student of the time and place where the records may be
inspected.
2. The right to request the amendment of the student's education records that the parent or eligible student
believes are inaccurate or misleading. Parents or eligible students may ask the School to amend a record that
they believe is inaccurate or misleading. They should write the School principal [or appropriate official], clearly
identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate or misleading. If the School
decides not to amend the record as requested by the parent or eligible student, the School will notify the parent
or eligible student of the decision and advise them of their right to a hearing regarding the request for
amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the parent or eligible
student when notified of the right to a hearing.
3. The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student's
education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without con-sent. One exception,
which permits disclosure without consent, is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests.
A school official is a person employed by the School as an administrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staff
member (including health or medical staff and law enforcement unit personnel); a person serving on the School
Board; a person or company with whom the School has contracted to perform a special task (such as an
attorney, auditor, medical consultant, or therapist); or a parent or student serving on an official committee, such
as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks. A
school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to
fulfill his or her professional responsibility. [Optional] Upon request, the School discloses education records
without consent to officials of another school district in which a student seeks or intends to enroll.
NOTE: FERPA requires a school district to make a reasonable attempt to notify the parent or eligible student of the
records re-quest unless it states in its annual notification that it intends to forward records on request.
The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the School to
comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA are:
Family Policy Compliance Office
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20202-4605
Pictures:
On a regular basis, pictures of students involved in school activities are submitted with articles
about the activity to the local newspaper. When appropriate, the student is identified in the
picture. If parents do not want their child to appear in these pictures or articles, please contact
the principal in writing as soon as possible with your request.
Internet Access
Your child has the opportunity to access the Internet at school and if you do not wish your child
to have access to the Internet, you need to inform the child’s teacher in writing.
District Technology Access Procedure
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The Ocean Beach School District provides Internet access for educational purposes. Students are
responsible for good behavior on school computer networks just as they are in a classroom or
anyplace else on school grounds. General school rules for behavior and communications apply.
The following are not permitted:
Damaging computer, computer systems or computer networks
Violating copyright laws
Sending or displaying offensive messages or pictures
Chat rooms
Using obscene language
Trespassing in others’ folders, work or files
Using others’ passwords
Intentionally wasting internet resources including, but not limited to, downloading MP3
files and video clips
Using the network for commercial purposes
Using personal e-mail accounts
Students may not bring any computer applications, including games, to school for any reason.
Students may not bring computer hardware of any type, including external drives, to school
without permission. District workstations may not be altered without direct teacher permission.
Students may not download any games into computers in the school.
The school computers are to be used for educational purposes only. The inappropriate use of the
Internet connection, district network, or an individual workstation is prohibited.
The Ocean Beach School District firmly believes that the valuable information and interaction
available on the Internet far outweighs the possibility that users may procure material that is not
consistent with the educational goals of the Ocean Beach School District.
Sanctions for misuse of school technology:
1. Violations may result in loss of access
2. Additional disciplinary action may be determined as per school/district policy.
3. Law enforcement agencies will be contacted if applicable
4. Discipline can range from warnings to expulsion
Contacting Your Child’s Teacher
If you would like to talk with your child’s teacher, please contact the office at 642.3242 and
leave a message with the school secretary. The teacher will contact you within 24 hours if
possible.
You may also contact our teachers via e-mail at the following addresses:
Kindergarten:
Sarah Cobb [email protected]
Michele Marshman [email protected]
First Grade
Jane Person [email protected]
Bobbie Hester [email protected]
Second Grade
Cheri Baker [email protected]
Tami Huff [email protected]
Third Grade
Pat Knapp [email protected]
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Sally Strom [email protected]
Fourth Grade
Sue Anderson [email protected]
Heidi Clarke [email protected]
Fifth Grade
Charlie Huddleston [email protected]
Kristen Mathison [email protected]
Specialists
Annie Fletcher (Intervention Specialist) [email protected]
Loretta Benenati (Special Education) [email protected]
Cheryl Cochran (Special Education [email protected]
Brian Bergman (Music) [email protected]
Dan Schenk (Physical Education) [email protected]
Teresa Fleck (Speech and Language) [email protected]
Maggi Norelius (Librarian/Media Specialist) [email protected]
Office Staff
Sara Ryan (Secretary) [email protected]
Brianne McGrew (Clerical Assistant)[email protected]
Todd Carper (Principal) [email protected]
The Rest of our Long Beach Elementary School Staff
Para-Educators: Camille Kitzman
Lisa Trudell (HUG)
Teri Plato
Maggi Norelius
Deana McCulley (Special Education)
Susan Morey (Bilingual)
Amber Burke (Special Education)
Brianna Lichnovsky
Paula Wohosky (Special Education)
Jeff Hightower
Sue Margullis (Special Education)
Nurse/Health Coordinator: Tammy Cooper
Custodial Services: Shawn Jones
Bill Hurley
Supervisory Assistant: Denise McKinney
Supervisory Assistant: Connie Prichard
Motor Assistant: Dora Hubbard
Speech Assistant: Mary Seeker
Kitchen: Marianne Mott
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Staff, Student, Parent Compact
AS A STAFF, WE WILL...
Believe that each student can learn
Show respect for each student and his/her family
Come to class prepared to teach
Provide an environment that is conducive to learning
Help each student grow to his/her fullest potential
Provide meaningful and appropriate homework activities
Enforce school and classroom rules fairly and consistently
As a Student I will:
Attend school regularly
Come to school each day ready to learn
Complete and return all student work when due
Show respect for myself, my school, and other people
Follow school rules
Read at home every day
Practice math skills.
AS A PARENT OR GUARDIAN, I WILL:
Communicate regularly with my child’s teachers
See that my child is punctual and attends school regularly
Support the school in developing positive behaviors
Establish a time for daily reading with my child
Work with my child practicing math skills
Provide a quiet place for study
Encourage my child’s efforts and be available for questions
Stay aware of what my child is learning
Do my best to attend school functions
Long Beach Elementary School, in partnership with parents and the community, will provide a
learning environment where students are:
Valued as unique individuals
Encouraged to become successful learners
Recognized for their accomplishments
Developing a love of learning
The Ocean Beach School District No. 101 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, creed, religion, veteran or military status,
sexual orientation, including gender expression or identy, disability, age, or the use of trained dog guide or service animal in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the
nondiscrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator/Athletic Director/PO Box F/Ilwaco, WA 98624/360.642.3731, Section 504/ADA Coordinator/Civil
Rights Laws Compliance Coordinator/Superintendent/PO Box 778/Long Beach, WA 98631/360.642.3739.
