| ABSENCES
Good attendance is necessary for success in school. Absences shall be
classified as either excused or unexcused as determined by the principal or
his/her designee.
ATTENDANCE LAW:
The compulsory Attendance law requires every parent, guardian, other person
residing within the state of Tennessee, having control of charge of any child
or children between the ages of 6 and 17, both inclusive, shall cause such
child or children to attend public or private day school, and in the event of
failure to do so shall be subject to the penalties hereinafter provided. (TCA
49-1708)
This law states that parents can be fined $50.00 or five hours of community
service if a student in grades K-6 is absent from school five or more
unexcused days.
Student Absence Details:
Absences shall be classified as either excused or unexcused as determined by
the principal or his/her designee.
Excused absences shall include:
1. Personal illness;
2. Illness of immediate family members;
3. Death in the family;
4. Religious observances;
5. Circumstances, which in the judgment of the principal create
situations over which the student has no control.
Excuses:
1. All excuses MUST have the student’s complete legal name, parent’s
signature, date, and reason for the absence.
2. Excuses MUST be turned in within 3 days of the absence.
3. After 10 absences the student must have a Doctor’s excuse, if previous
absences do not have a doctor’s excuse. If (s)he does not have a Doctor’s
excuse the absence will be unexcused.
4. After 5 unexcused absences, a letter will be sent to the Attendance
Supervisor and Director of Schools.
5. Unexcused absences will result in a grade of zero.
6. Teachers will not accept makeup work for unexcused absences.
Excuses for Tardies & Early Dismissals:
1. After 10 unexcused tardies or early dismissals, parents will receive a
letter from the school.
2. After 15 unexcused tardies or early dismissals, a letter will be
sent to the Attendance Supervisor and the Director of Schools.
3. Parents MUST sign in and out each student on the check-in and check-out
log in the office.
KES ATTENDANCE AREA is defined as follows:
If a child crosses a bridge to get here, (s)he is out of district- - Hwy. 58
bridge goes to Midway, Hwy. 70 bridge goes to Midtown, Center Ferry bridge
goes to Dyllis, and the county line serves as the boundary on east.
Pupils are expected to attend the school to which they are assigned by
virtue of their residence. Pupils will enroll in the county school of
appropriate grade nearest their residence and will be provided transportation,
without respect to race, color or national origin. However, parents may elect
to enroll their children in any school in Roane County provided the parent
provides transportation to and from that school and provided that such choice
of school does not cause overcrowding in the school chosen.
ACCREDITATION
Kingston Elementary is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and
Schools (SACS). KES received initial accreditation in 1995 and a School
Improvement Plan (SIP) was developed. The SIP is reviewed on an annual basis
and updated, when appropriate, to maintain accreditation. SACS accredited
schools reflect a commitment to providing a quality education to all students.
This SIP is available for review in the administrative office of the school.
ADMISSIONS
New kindergarten students must be 5 years old on or before September 30 of the
school year in which they are enrolling. New first grade students must be 6
years old on or before September 30. A physical examination is required when
a student enters school for the first time.
It is mandatory that your child have a social security number, birth
certificate, and Tennessee certification form of immunizations and Health
Record on file. Please keep your child's immunization record up–to–date.
Failure to do so may lead to suspension or expulsion from school.
ALCOHOL AND DRUGS
The possession, sale, or use of alcohol, drugs, or any other controlled
substance, on the school campus or buses, is strictly forbidden. Violation of
this rule will cause immediate expulsion and will be reported to appropriate
law enforcement agencies.
ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL
K.E.S. students are not to arrive before 7:45 a.m. (A bell rings at 7:45 am
for students and visitors to enter the building.)
Students must be supervised at all time. Students will not be allowed to
enter the building before 7:45 am. The only exception will be those students
involved in the Before and After School Program (BASP). Therefore, if
students arrive before 7:45 a.m., they will be sent to BASP and there will be
a charge. ALL parents are encouraged to enroll their children in the BASP
program. (There is no charge unless the service is used.) Students enrolled
in BASP are supervised by BASP staff until school begins at 7:45 am.)
Upon arriving, students are to go to their designated area where staff
supervision is available. Parents may go to the cafeteria to enjoy breakfast
with their child. It is requested that parents not escort students to their
classrooms following breakfast. Please say your goodbyes in the cafeteria and
allow students to go to their designated areas as follows:
Kindergarten and First grade – designated bus room on K-1 hallway. (Parents
are not allowed past the blue double doors, please. This is
for the safety of the children)
Second grade – designated bus room on second grade hall.
Third grade – music room
Fourth & Fifth grades - gym
NOTE: DO NOT walk your child inside the building. Parents are also asked to
wait in their cars in the afternoons. This is for the safety and security of
all KES students. (We have several situations of custodial disputes with
children at-risk.) If you do find it necessary to enter the building in the
morning, check in at the office and get a visitor's sticker. Remember to sign
out upon leaving. (There have been occasions visitors have forgotten to sign
our and we have had to delay re-entering the building during safety drills
while those visitors have been located and called to verify they are no longer
on school grounds.) Parents are to wait in their cars in the afternoons.
This will speed up the car line and aid in timely dismissal.
The entrance and exit for Kingston Elementary is at the corner of Bailey Road
and Lawnville Road.
1. Please form a single line in the morning when dropping your child off.
Do not use the bus drop–off area located on Highway 70 if you are in a
car and do not drop your child off on the road. This is for safety of all
children. (According to state requirements, buses and pedestrians, which
includes private transportation, are not to use the same loading area.)
2. Please pull up to the loading area to drop off or pick up your child. If
you need extra time with your child before he/she gets out of the car, pull
over and park in a parking space. This will help the car line move smoother
and quicker.
3. Remind your child to cross in front of cars (not between) when getting in
or out of your car.
After your child is out of the car, please move on so lines can move faster.
Please observe loading and unloading zones.
4. If you must park and walk into the building for any reason, please use
crosswalks and follow directions of school personnel.
Dismissal is at 3:20 p.m. for car riders.
1. We ask that you stay in your car in line to pick up your child each day.
Please do not walk up to the waiting area. You will be asked to get back in
your car and in line.
2. Students are seated on the sidewalks during dismissal.
3. Parents should not wait outside the classroom or in the lobby unless your
child is handicapped or a special release child. Special release children
have a designated waiting area. (If you
do enter the building, remember to sign in at the office and get a visitor's
badge.)
4. Please form a double line when picking your child up.
* Put your car in park to avoid accidental rolling if your foot should slip
off the brake.
5. Please observe stop and go signs.
6. Suggestion: Vans and larger vehicles use outside left lane. This will
make it easier for students to see all vehicles in the loading area.
7. Please make sure you use the crosswalks during dismissal times for safety.
Crosswalks during dismissal times are located at the stop and go signs.
Thank you for your cooperation.
After 3:45
At the conclusion of bus/car duty (approximately 3:45) children will be sent
to BASP if they are registered. The cost will be the parent's responsibility.
All parents are encouraged to enroll their children in the BAS program. This
is for the safety and security of your child(ren). In the event you are
unavoidably detained the BAS program will provide supervision until your
arrival (or until 6:00 pm). Please be aware if you do not wish to take
advantage of this service and your child has not been picked up by 4 pm, (s)he
will become the responsibility of the local law enforcement agency.
Tardy and Early Dismissals
Tardy: School begins at 8:25 am. Students arriving after 8:25 am are tardy
and are to be checked in through the school office. Parents are responsible
for checking their children into school when they are tardy. Do not drop
your child off at the door. Walk your child into the office and sign him/her in.
Early Dismissal: Students who leave school property before 3:20 pm are to be
checked out through the school office.
ART
Art Masters is used to supplement and support teaching visual arts in the
classroom. This program is very dependent upon volunteers. Parents and other
community members who are interested in the visual arts are encouraged to
volunteer to help with Art Masters. Training for Art Masters is held at the
beginning of school for anyone who would like to help with the program -
teaching, assisting, preparing materials, etc.
ASBESTOS
This is to inform you of the status of asbestos in Roane County Schools. We
are pleased to report that there is no friable asbestos (loose fibers) in our
schools. We have completed a considerable amount of work either removing or
repairing more serious situations.
We are required by the State to:
1. Have on file in each principal's office, a copy of the Asbestos Management
Plan for that school;
2. Perform a 'Periodic Surveillance" inspection every six months;
3. File an annual Progress Report with the State; and
4. File a Reinspection Report every three (3) years with the State.
We will continually strive to place the highest priorities on our students'
health and safety. Any questions or concerns about asbestos should be
forwarded to Robert Jones, Maintenance Supervisor, LEA Designated Person for
Roane County School System at 376-5592.
ASSEMBLIES
Assemblies are planned periodically as special events on the school calendar
and serve dual purposes:
1. Assemblies often provide another way to present curriculum related
information and material to students. Assemblies also offer students the
opportunity to share their knowledge and talents with others. Some typical
assembly themes include Character Counts, athletics, cultural presentations,
and professional speakers.
2. Assemblies help students develop and practice important social skills and
self-control. Special attention to etiquette and good citizenship is expected
of all students.
There is often a significant investment in time and money in preparation for
an assembly program. An occasional nominal fee will be charged for such
programs.
AWARDS
Students receive special recognition at the school through a variety of awards
programs. These awards are intended to promote and recognize academic skills,
athletic achievement, and various aspects of good citizenship. Teachers and
parents are expected to promote these awards as an encouragement and an
incentive towards special effort and achievement by the students. Academics,
clubs, attendance, good behavior, and cultural achievements are examples of
areas of recognition.
BALLOONS & other Special Deliveries for Students
Balloons, flowers, and other special deliveries for students at school will
not be accepted by the office. Please arrange for these deliveries to come
to your home after school hours.
BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE PROGRAM (BAS)
We have a BASP Program at our school. There is a small fee for this service.
Specific rules and additional information concerning this program are
available upon request during operation hours.
Operation Hours
6 am - 7:45 am
3:30 pm - 6 pm
BASP Phone Number: 717-5444
Pre-enrollment of your child(ren) will allow you to use the BASP program
services for unexpected or emergency situations. ALL parents are encouraged
to enroll their children in the BAS program. This is for the safety and
security of your child(ren). In the event you are unavoidably detained the
BASP program will provide supervision until your arrival (or until 6:00 pm).
You do not have to use BASP services on a regular basis to register your
child(ren), there is no charge to register, and no charge if you do not
utilize the service. Please be aware if you do not wish to take advantage of
this service and your child has not been picked up by 4 pm, (s)he will become
the responsibility of the local law enforcement agency.
BICYCLES
Students are not allowed to ride bicycles to school. This is for the safety
of our children.
BUS RULES
Riding a bus is a privilege, not a right. All students on the bus are under
the authority of the bus driver. Students must obey the driver and the bus
rules. Failure to do so can result in a child not being permitted to ride a
school bus. A copy of the bus rules are given to parents at registration. In
case of inclement weather buses may not run and parents will be responsible
for their child's transportation.
CAFETERIA POLICY
Breakfast is prepared each school day.
Prices of Breakfast for Students:
Regular breakfast prices: $1.00
Reduced breakfast prices: $0.30
(Application must be made and approved for free or reduced prices.)
Lunch:
Prices of Lunch for Students:
Regular lunch price: $1.75 (daily) $8.75 (5 day week)
Reduced lunch price: $ .40 (daily) $2.00 (5 day week)
Students are responsible for repaying any lunch or breakfast charges the
following day.
Checks: When paying for lunch/breakfast by check, make sure the last four (4)
digits of our child's social security number are on it and your child's name.
There is a $15.00 charge for returned checks.
Outside Food Vendors: In order to comply with Roane County school board
Policy (#4.3.1) and out of consideration for other students, foods from
outside vendors (i.e., McDonalds, Subway, etc.) are NOT to be brought in for
students to eat at breakfast or lunch.
The cafeteria is on an automated system. All students who make purchases in
the cafeteria will use the last 4 digits of their social security number.
Please work with your child to learn the last 4 digits of his/her social
security number. We appreciate your help.
We at Kingston Elementary School want our students to be able to relax and
talk with their friends during their lunchtime. However, it is important that
students use good manners and follow simple rules. Specific directions and
procedures have been developed by the KES faculty and staff to make the
cafeteria a please place for all to eat. Children are expected to walk
quietly, get everything they need the first time, sit with their classrooms,
talk quietly, use good manners, clean up their eating space, and return trays
and line up when told to do so. The school rules are provided under
Discipline and in the Discipline and Safety Handbook.
NOTE: There will be NO lunch/breakfast charges the last three weeks of
school. Checks for lunches will not be accepted the last three weeks of
school. All lunch charges must be paid before grades or report cards are
released.
CHANGE OF ADDRESS / TELEPHONE
It is very important that every student maintain an up–to–date address and
telephone number record at the school office. Notify the school immediately
if you have a change of address or telephone number during the school year.
CHARACTER COUNTS!
The development of good character is important to everyone. Character Counts!
is used at our school to provide instruction in and encourage the development
of positive character traits in students. Character Counts! promotes
trustworthiness, responsibility, fairness, caring, respect, and citizenship.
CHECKS
Please make checks payable to Kingston Elementary School unless otherwise
instructed. Separate checks should be made for lunch, fees, field trips,
etc. to help with bookkeeping. If you have more than one child in school,
please send separate checks for each child.
Note: Checks for lunch cannot be accepted the last three (3) weeks of school.
Accounting books cannot be closed with outstanding checks.
Note: A $15.00 fee is charged for each returned check.
CITIZENSHIP
It is each student's responsibility to display qualities of good citizenship.
A student's best conduct is expected in the halls, in the cafeteria, on the
playground, in the classroom, or if leaving school grounds. Kingston
Elementary teachers want students to become good citizens. Expect teachers to
remind your child of his/her mistakes. They will give special emphasis to
honesty, courtesy, and obeying school rules. Each student is expected to
behave in a respectful manner to all school personnel.
Owners of property adjacent to the school have a right to expect no
trespassing on their property. Homeowners are encouraged to report any action
of students that is harmful to their property.
COMMUNICABLE DISEASES
There are certain diseases that can be caught easily at school. You can help
prevent spreading germs by never sending your child to school when (s)he MAY
have a contagious disease like mumps, measles, pink eye, chicken pox, itch,
strep throat, or lice. (Please see the Head Lice policy letter for treatment
and re-admittance to school.) Students running a fever or vomiting will be
sent home from school immediately.
CONFERENCES
Parent–teacher conferences can occur throughout the year. Parents are asked
to make a specific appointment with the teachers of each of their children,
regardless of the progress of the child. These conference times are very
valuable to the overall education program.
Some parents are hesitant about participating in conferences, but our teachers
can do a much better job with students if they can share their understanding
of the student directly with the parent. Teachers and students benefit from
parent involvement and input. Parent conferences are encouraged and can be
arranged at any time during the school year.
CROSSWALKS
Please be sure to use the designated crosswalks if your need to enter the
building in the morning and afternoon dismissal times for safety. Crosswalks
are designated by the stop and go signs during dismissal times.
DETENTION
There are times when students are to stay after school for disciplinary
reasons, to finish work, do make-up work, etc. Parents will be notified if
children are to be kept after school. Pick up for after school detention is
between 4:15 and 4:30 pm. If problems continue, other options, including
in-school detention or possible suspension may be considered.
DISCIPLINE
One of the major responsibilities of the classroom teacher is good management
and control within the classroom for the promotion of a conducive learning
environment.
SCHOOL RULES
1. Listen and follow directions the first time.
2. Talk when appropriate.
3. Use self-control (hands, feet, objects).
4. Treat others the way you want to be treated.
Severe Clause: If a child willfully inflicts physical harm, destroys
property, uses foul language, or deliberately defies ANY teacher or
supervisory person’s request, that student MAY be taken to the office for
immediate disciplinary action.
Additional Directions & Procedures are provided in common areas. Teachers may
have specific procedures and directions to use in their classrooms.
Common Areas: Cafeteria, Arrival & Dismissal, Playground, Hall, Restrooms,
Gym, Assemblies, Special Activities, etc.
CLASSROOM CONSEQUENCES
1. Warning.
2. Progressive time-outs or lose of privileges (appropriate to age / grade
level).
3. Parent notification.
4. Referral to assistant principal.
All students are expected to behave in a respectful and orderly manner while
at school. If a student chooses to become disruptive, appropriate
consequences will be administered. Please refer to the roane County School
System’s Code of Conduct for additional information
Go over our school's rules and procedures for safety in the Discipline &
Safety Handbook with your child. These are in place to help ensure the safety
of all students and provide an environment that is conducive to learning.
SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION
Suspension is a last resort but will be used if deemed necessary. Methods and
procedures given by the Tennessee and Roane County Board of Education are
used. Parents will be notified in the event of a suspension. The following
information is taken from Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 49-1309.
Any principal or teacher of any public school in the State is authorized to
suspend a pupil from attendance at such school, including its sponsored
activities or from riding a school bus, for good and sufficient reasons. Good
and sufficient reasons for such suspension may include, but shall not be
limited to, (1) wilful and persistent violation of the rules of the school or
truancy; (2) immoral or disreputable conduct or vulgar or profane language;
(3) violence or threatened violence against the person or any personnel
assigned to any public school; (4) wilful or malicious damage to real or
personal property of said school, or the property of any person attending or
assigned to said school; (5) inciting, advising, or counselling others to
engage in any of the acts herein before enumerated; (6) marking, defacing
property; (7) possession of a pistol, gun, or firearm on school property; (8)
possession of a knife, etc., as defined in Section 39-4901, Tennessee Code
Annotated, on school property ; (9) assaulting a principal or teacher with
vulgar, obscene, or threatening language; (10) unlawful use or possession of
alcoholic beverages, barbital, or legend drugs, as defined in Section 52-1201,
Tennessee Code Annotated; (11) any other conduct prejudicial to good order or
discipline in any public school. Prior to suspension the student must be
granted a hearing stating the reasons for suspension.
DRESS CODE
A student's dress and appearance are the responsibility of the parents. We
ask that you dress your child in clean clothing and footwear that is suitable
for movement throughout the school and playground. Certain clothing is NOT
allowed: tank tops, tops with spaghetti straps, T–shirts with advertisements
of beer, alcohol, or tobacco, or those with logos depicting blood, skulls,
etc., net shirts, or biker shorts. Hats and caps may only be worn outside the
building except on special occasions. Shorts and skirts must be mid-thigh
length. Shoes with cleats should not be worn because they damage the floors.
Tennis shoes are encouraged for daily physical education activities. Roane
county dress code policy is posted on the system's website at
http://roaneschools.com/ (Policy #3.19). A copy of the Dress Code Policy is
included at the end of this handbook.
EARLY DISMISSAL from CLASS
Children are expected to remain at school throughout the school day.
Procedure: If the student must leave school early for some permissible reason
– – for example, a doctor's appointment, – the parent or guardian must come
to the school office and sign the student out. The office will call for the
student.
Excuses for Tardies & Early Morning Dismissals:
1. After 10 unexcused tardies or early dismissals, parents will receive a
letter from the school.
2. After 15 unexcused tardies or early dismissals, a letter will be
sent to the Attendance Supervisor and director of schools.
3. Parents MUST sign in and out each student on the check-in and out
log in the office.
Excused absences shall include:
1. Personal illness;
2. Illness of immediate family members;
3. Death of in the family;
4. Religious observances;
5. Circumstances which in the judgment of the principal create
emergencies over which the student has no control.
EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSINGS
If you work, or in case you are not at home, your child must know an alternate
place to go in case of an emergency school closing. Please DO NOT CALL THE
SCHOOL to obtain information. Listen to local radio and local television
stations for announcements about school closings or early dismissal.
Note: An Emergency Dismissal Instructions form is given to each child at
registration. Complete that form and return it as soon as possible. With
over 800 students it is impossible to call parents to make arrangements.
Please Note: IF your child normally attends BASP, you MUST make other
arrangements for him/her. IF school closes before 1:30 pm, there will be no
BASP services.
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
If English is not your native language , and you would better understand the
information in this handbook if it were provided in your native language,
please contact the school office. We will provide the handbook to you in your
native language at no cost to you.
FAMILY ENGAGEMENT PLAN
Kingston Elementary School has a Family Engagement Plan in accordance with No
Child Left Behind. This plan is on file in the administrative office of the
school and is available for review at any time. This plan is revised annually
based on recommendations by the Family Engagement Plan Committee.
FIELD TRIPS
Field trips are educational experiences and are used to support curriculum
objectives. According to School Board Policy (#3.46), only students with
signed permission slips will be allowed to go on school–sponsored field trips.
Verbal permission is not acceptable. Field trips are considered a privilege.
Students who have not demonstrated adequate discipline in their behavior may
be prohibited from participating in such field trips. These students will be
provided with alternate experiences. Safety of all our students is a major
concern, as well as learning. Current Board policy allows only two (2) field
trips per year.
CHAPERONES
1. Younger children are not to accompany chaperones on field trips.
2. Teachers may utilize a drawing or other random selection for field trip
chaperones when several parents have expressed interest and space is limited.
HEAD LICE POLICY (#3.32)
School nurses may periodically check students for head lice and/or nits. Upon
reasonable confirmation of head lice or nits, the student's parent/guardian
will be notified and asked to pick up the student as soon as possible. A
copy of instructions will be given to the parent/guardian. The student is not
to return to school until the infestation or nits above been properly treated.
Upon return to school the student must present proof of treatment and be
re-examined to determine the effectiveness of the treatment. The School Board
Policy (#3.32) for Head Lice is attached.
HOMEWORK
Class work is expected to be completed during the school day. This requires
good management of time, and it is the responsibility of the student to
complete all work promptly. Failure to do so will result in a grade penalty.
Assignment of homework is left to the discretion of each teacher. There are
several good reasons for homework:
1. To provide extra practice on new and learned skills.
2. To provide further learning in areas covered in the classroom.
3. To provide an opportunity for students to learn good work habits.
4. To review material learned earlier in preparation for tests and other
class work.
5. To provide opportunity for growth in responsibility.
6. To provide you an opportunity to see what your child is studying and how
well (s)he is doing.
We believe learning is important and that learning should continue after
school hours. Homework should not be viewed as punishment, but as a way for
encouraging, reinforcing, and extending learning.
HONOR ROLL
Students in grades 2 – 5 are recognized for academic achievement through the
honor roll. Students earning all A's and all A's and B's are recognized at
the end of each grading period. Students are also chosen and recognized for
good behaviour, being a hard worker, and Student of the Month/Week. Our staff
makes every effort to reward excellence.
INFORMATION RELEASE
Student’s names or pictures may be released to the media (TV, newspapers,
etc.) unless the parent has completed a request of non-release. Student
information for honor roll and other awards will be given to the media unless
the non-release form has been completed. Please refer to the Roane County
School System’s code of conduct regarding directory information. If you do
not wish for information about your child to be released, the school must be
notified by completion of a request of non-release.
INTERNET ACCESS AND USE
We are pleased to have Internet access available to students. The Internet
offers vast, diverse, and unique resources to students and teachers. Students
and parents are asked to read and sign the Roane County School System Internet
Use Agreement that explains the terms and conditions of internet use in the
school before students are permitted the privilege of internet use. The
Internet Use Agreement must be returned for students to have access to the
internet.
LIBRARY POLICY
Students are encouraged to use the school library. Certain rules have been
made to provide maximum use of the library by all students. Kindergarten
students learn how to care for books and look at them in the library. At
other grade levels, books are checked our with library cards that are kept in
the library. First and second grade students may check out one book for up to
two weeks, and may check out another book when the first one has been
returned. Third, fourth, and fifth grade students may check out two books.
Teachers receive printed notices for students who fail to return overdue
books. When books are long overdue, a written request to parents asks them to
help the child find the book or (as a last resort) to pay for the material.
Reimbursement will be made for lost and paid books returned to the library in
good condition only within 3 months of the date of payment.
LOITERING
Students should leave the school and school grounds promptly after classes or
activities are dismissed. There is to be no unnecessary "hangin' around"
before school or after school. Non–students are not permitted on campus at
any time unless they have been registered as official guests in the main office.
LOST AND FOUND
Please label coats, jackets, mittens, lunch boxes, etc. Items found at
school are brought to the office. If items are lost at school, please check
the Lost and Found closet. Lost and Found is cleaned out several times
during the year: week of Thanksgiving; each six weeks thereafter, if needed;
the week before Spring Break; and the end of the year. Announcements are
made daily at least 2 weeks preceding each clean out. Unclaimed items are
donated to local charities.
LUNCH ROOM POLICY (also see Cafeteria)
A nutritious breakfast and lunch is served daily. All students are encouraged
to participate in the breakfast/lunch program.
Breakfast $1.00 Reduced Breakfast $0.30
Lunch $1.75 Reduced lunch $0.40
Milk $0.40 Orange juice $0.35
Occasionally, a student may lose or forget lunch money. If this occurs,
(s)he may charge lunch for that day only. The money should be paid back the
next school day. Menus are published weekly in the local newspaper and in
most newsletters.
Charges: There will be no lunch or breakfast charges the last three weeks of
school. All lunch charges must be paid before grades or grade cards are released.
Checks: When paying for lunch/breakfast by check, make sure the last four (4)
digits of your child's social security number and your child's name are on the
check. Write separate checks for each child. This is for accounting purposes.
NOTE: There will be NO lunch charges the last three weeks of school. Checks
for lunch/breakfast will not be accepted the last three weeks of school. ALL
charges MUST be p aid before grades or report cards are released.
MEDICATION (Board Policy # 3.33)
If it is necessary for your child to take medication at school, the medicine
must be in the original container and given to the clinic/office with a signed
permission form stating the amount that needs to be administered. Non–medical
personnel may administer the medication. A release medical form MUST be
signed and returned. Each student is responsible for going to the clinic for
his/her medication. See the attached Board Policy (#3.33)
NON-DISCRIMINATION
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act prohibits any organization or institution
receiving Federal funds from discriminating based on race, color, or national
origin. a person cannot be denied the benefits or, excluded from
participating in any activity or program sponsored by the organization or
institution.
If you feel that you have been discriminated against, a complaint may be sent to:
Local School System's Title VI Coordinator
Dr. Joseph Parker 376-5592
Tennessee Department of Education
State VI Coordinator
Andrew Johnson Tower, 5th Floor
Nashville, TN 37243-00375
The Office of Civil Rights
U.S. Department of Education
P.O. Box 2048, 04-3010
Atlanta, GA 30301-2048
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is a civil rights statute which
provides that "No otherwise qualifies individual with handicaps in the United
States...shall, solely by reason of his/her handicap, be excluded from the
participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination
under any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance."
OUT OF DISTRICT STUDENTS
If you live out of the Kingston Elementary School district, you must fill out
an Out of District form and have it approved EVERY SCHOOL YEAR within the
given time frame. These may be obtained from the school office during the
designated time frame.
OUTSIDE FOOD VENDORS
In order to comply with Roane County School Board Policy (#4.3.1) and out of
consideration for other students, foods from outside vendors (i.e., McDonalds,
Subway, Sonic, etc.) are NOT to be brought in for students to eat at breakfast
or lunch.
PARENT NOTIFICATIONS
1. Parents have the right to request information about the professional
qualifications concerning their child’s teacher(s) and should be informed if
their child is served by any paraprofessionals providing educational
assistance and if so, their qualifications. Teaching certifications can be
found by accessing the Tennessee Department of Education web site for Teacher
Licensing (https://www.k-12.state.tn.us/tcertinf/Search.asp) or by contacting
the Central Office (376-5592).
2. Parents must receive notification if their child is being taught for 4 or
more consecutive weeks in a core curriculum subject by a teacher not highly
qualified.
3. Parents will have access to system/school report cards as developed by the
State Department of Education and available (usually in late fall of each
year) through their web site (http://www.state.tn.us/education/mreport.htm) or
at the school and /or Central Office.
4. Parents will be informed if their child is enrolled in a school identified
for improvement, corrective action, or restructuring. They will also receive
an explanation of what this means, academic comparison with district and
state, and steps being taken to improve achievement and parent involvement.
5. Parents should know that they may request in writing that their child’s
name, address and telephone number not be released to a military recruiter
without prior written consent.
6. Parents will be informed by annual notice regarding the availability of
supplemental educational services if a school fails to meet adequate yearly
progress (Title I).
7. Parents must receive annual academic results for mid-reporting periods;
end of reporting periods; TCAP Achievement results in grades 2-8; Writing
Assessments in grade 5, 8 and 11; End of Course and Gateway Exam in a timely
manner as required by local Board policy and the State Department of Education.
8. Parents of a student identified as limited English proficient (ELL-English
Language Learner) must be notified in a timely manner of their child’s
participation in an ESL Program, details of the program, rights to waive
participation, and specific information on the child’s level of English
proficiency.
9. A parental involvement policy is available in the school’s handbook (see
Family Involvement) contacting the school office. Title I Schools; a written
parental involvement policy will be developed jointly with and distributed to
parents of children participating in Title I Programs. This includes an
annual meeting for parents to inform them of their school’s participation in
programs (i.e. Title I) funded under the No child Left Behind Federal Legislation.
10. Schools and parents must be notified of school-wide program authority
under which schools can consolidate funds from federal, state, and local
sources to upgrade the educational program of the entire school-the
qualification: 40% of students must be from verified low income families.
11. Parents can visit the state’s web site (http://www.state.tn.us/education)
to access a description of the curriculum (Tennessee Curriculum Standards),
assessment, and proficiency levels students are expected to meet.
12. Parents have access to district and school information and reports through
the media (local newspaper and radio), and the system/school report cards
available on the state web site or a the system’s administrative offices.
13. The Roane County School Board Policy relating to student privacy and
parental access to information is available in the school Board Policy Manual
located at each school and the Central Office. Notification of rights and
release of directory information under FERPA, the Family Education rights and
Policy Act, is also done through media announcements. This Federal law
affords parents and students (over 18 years of age) certain rights with
respect to educational records. Parents will be notified of any change to
board policy. More information on FERPA is available at the Central
Administrative Offices.
14. Students and parents are encouraged to participate in safe and drug-free
school programs to prevent student violence and drug use. Parents can request
in writing their child’s non-participation in such activities.
15. School heath requirements, policies and procedures (i.e. immunizations,
medication at school, etc. ) are available for the Roane County Health
Department Office, school principal, or school nurse.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Your child will have the privilege of being in a physical education class.
This is a subject with constructive learning. All students will need proper
footwear for class. Athletic type shoes with rubber soles are best.
Participation in the planned activities is required. A parent/guardian note
with a day time telephone number must be sent to school to be excused from
P.E. class. A doctor's excuse is necessary to be excused for an extended period.
P.T.O.
The Kingston Elementary School P.T.O. (Parent Teachers Organization) has been
highly involved in improving our school. All parents are urged to become
members and to actively participate. Meetings are scheduled and announced in
advance.
The P.T.O. sponsors money making projects to fund various activities and
projects. With the help of all parents, this is very successful. Our safe
playgrounds* are an excellent example of our PTO's commitment and support.
PLAYGROUND RULES
There are two playgrounds. The K and 1st playground is located within the
walled enclosure by the bus zone. The area between the 3rd and 4th grade will
be used for grades 2-5. The following are general playground directions and
procedures:
1. No jumping out of swings.
2. No twisting chains on the swings.
3. Only one person in the swing at a time.
4. Do not push anyone who is swinging.
5. Swing only on your bottom. (No knees, stomachs, etc.)
6. Do not walk or play near where someone is swinging.
7. Slide down the slide on your bottom (feet first).
8. No walking up the slide.
9. Do not get on top of the monkey bars.
10. Do not touch anyone who is hanging from the bars.
11. Do not run in the mulch area (grades 2-5).
12. Do not run on the crossties.
13. No digging in the mulch.
14. No throwing mulch.
15. Play games in the field in designated areas (grades 2-5)
* regulation baseballs are not permitted on the playground
* only touch football will be played, using nerf balls.
16. Keep games away from the ditch (grades 2-5)
17. Keep your hands to yourself - no pushing, shoving, hitting, tackling, etc.
18. Do not play on the hillside (grades 2-5)
19. Do not climb or slide down poles on the playground or other school property.
20. Students must have teacher permission to leave the playground area or to
return to the school building.
Go over our playground rules and procedures for safety with your child. These
are in place to help ensure the safety of all students and provide an
environment that is conducive to learning. Rules and procedures are also
found in the Discipline and Safety Handbook you received.
PUPIL DATA FORM (Registration Forms)
It is extremely important for us to have a current telephone number, two
emergency phone numbers, and clear directions to your address on file. This
information should be completed on the Pupil Data Form during registration.
Please notify the teacher and school office of any change immediately.
Students who become ill or injured at school will be taken to the school
clinic. If it is determined that the student is seriously ill or hurt, the
school will call the person(s) on the pupil data form. Please make sure your
contact information is correct and updated when necessary.
SEVERE WEATHER DISMISSAL Procedure
In the event of severe weather conditions (i.e., lightning), students remain
in the building. Students' names will be called to dismiss when their cars
are in the loading area. PLEASE be very patient since this will take
additional time. This is for the safety of our students and teachers.
SILENT READING TIME
As part of our school-wide emphasis on developing excellent reading skills,
students in grades 2 – 5 are expected to bring a book to read daily during
silent reading time.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER, IMMUNIZATIONS and BIRTH CERTIFICATES
It is mandatory that your child have a social security number, birth
certificate, and Tennessee certification form of immunizations and health
examination on file. Please keep your child's immunization record up–to–date.
Failure to do so may lead to suspension or expulsion from school.
Kindergarten students must have a physical exam before entering school.
SMOKING
Smoking is strictly forbidden at school. Persons are neither to carry nor use
tobacco products of any kind. According to Roane County School Board Policy
the use of tobacco products is prohibited:
*BUILDINGS, VEHICLES AND OTHER SCHOOL SYSTEM STRUCTURES:
The use of tobacco in any form is prohibited at all this time. This includes
all System operated buildings, all athletic stands, inside school cars, trucks
and buses. No use of tobacco at all outside facilities is also encouraged.
*OPEN SPACE ON SCHOOL SYSTEM PROPERTY:
The use of tobacco is also prohibited an ALL School system property during
normal School/Business hours. These hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Use of
areas may be designated by the Building Administrator for times other than
normal School/Business hours.
*SCHOOL SPONSORED ACTIVITIES:
Students may not use tobacco in any form in school facilities or on school
grounds, or at any time they are under the direct supervision of school personnel.
SPECIAL RELEASE STUDENTS
Some children and school officials are placed in unusual circumstances due to
legal custody, divorce, and/or domestic problems. If you are experiencing
problems of this nature with your child, and you have serious concerns about
an unauthorized person coming to the school requesting school officials to
release the child, please fill out and file in the school office a special
release form EACH SCHOOL YEAR and the appropriate court papers. The school
will flag the student's name and will check to make sure your child is
released to an authorized person.
Special Release students are under the supervision of KES at dismissal and
must checked out by an authorized person. To make any changes in authorized
person, the custodial parent/guardian must come to the school office and make
any changes. Phone calls are not sufficient. Thank you for your cooperation.
STUDENT WITHDRAWAL from the SCHOOL DISTRICT
If your family is going to be moving out of our area, please notify the school
office at 376–5252 as soon as you can. This will allow us to gather all
necessary records and information for you and will make entering your child in
a new school much easier. Your child's records will be mailed to the new
school after you have signed a permission slip at that school. Make sure you
check in all library books, and textbooks, as well as pay all fines before you
leave. Records will not be sent to another school until a student is cleared
of all obligations.
STUDY SKILLS
You can do your part to improve homework when you:
1. Cooperate with the school to make homework effective.
2. Provide your child with suitable study conditions (desk, lights, and
supplies).
3. Reserve a time for homework and TURN OFF THE TELEVISION.
4. Encourage your child but avoid undue pressure.
5. Show interest in what your child is doing but DO NOT do the work for them.
6. Understand the school expects homework to be completed and returned.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
Every student will periodically be taught by a substitute teacher. The most
common reason for using a substitute teacher occurs when the regular teacher
is ill. However, substitutes are also used when regular teachers are on leave
for personal business, professional training, or family emergency. Students
are expected to be especially courteous to substitute teachers. Any
misconduct in the classroom will be dealt with immediately.
SUPPLEMENTAL ROOM SUPPLIES
Additional workbooks, art supplies, playground equipment, etc. are paid for by
supplemental supply fees. Therefore, it is NECESSARY that these be collected
at the beginning of the school year.
SUPPLIES (Paper & Pencils)
The purchase of supplies at school are limited to the pencil and paper
machines in the hallway. Please make sure your child has all supplies needed.
Kindergarten students are not to purchase items from the machines without the
presence of a parent.
TARDINESS
Promptness to class is very important. School begins at 8:30 a.m. Students
are to be in their seats and ready to work at that time. If a student is
late, the parent (or responsible adult) MUST sign the child in at the office.
Time away from school is added to the student's absentee record.
Excused tardies shall include:
1. Personal illness;
2. Illness of immediate family members;
3. Death of in the family;
4. Religious observances;
5. Circumstances which in the judgment of the principal create
emergencies over which the student has no control.
Excuses for Tardies & Early Dismissals:
1. After 10 unexcused trades or early dismissals, parents will receive a
letter from the school.
2. After 15 unexcused trades or early dismissals, a letter will be
sent to the Attendance Supervisor and the Director of Schools.
3. Parents MUST sign in and out each student on the check-in and out
log in the office.
TELEPHONE
Students and parents should make every effort to discuss the day's activities
and transportation needs before the student arrives at school. Please note:
It is often impossible to get messages to students before the ends UNLESS the
call is made before 2:50 pm.
Students should ask to use the telephone ONLY in case of an emergency.
Permission must be granted by the classroom teacher by a note. Arrangements
for after school activities should be made before coming to school.
Parents are encouraged to call their child's teacher at a time when classes
are not in session.
VANDALISM
Our school and school equipment is public property. Wilfully damaging or
destroying this property is cause for immediate suspension and possible
expulsion. The school requires that vandal damage be paid for before a
student is allowed to return to class. If a student accidentally causes
damage they should report it to their teacher immediately, so that the damage
is not misconstrued as vandalism.
Textbooks issued to the students are the property of Roane County Schools.
They should be used with care and returned in good condition. Students are
responsible for books which are lost, stolen, or damaged. Students who damage
books, equipment, windows, or other school property will be responsible for
payment. Report cards will be held until all damages are paid.
VISITORS
School Hours: 7:45 am - 4:00 pm
Parents are welcomed and encouraged to visit the school. But, for the
protection of all our students:
1. Everyone is required to report to the school office upon entering the
building.
2. Visitors and volunteers are to enter by the front doors at the office.
3. All visitors and volunteers are to sign in at the office anytime they
enter the building for any purpose (i.e., walking a child to a classroom,
eating breakfast, or waiting at dismissal time). This is for the safety of
all KES students.
4. When you sign in, go ONLY to the location you have recorded on the sign-in
log.
5. When you sign in for lunch, go only to the lunchroom, eat, and return to
the office and sign out unless prior arrangements have been made with the
teacher. That information should also be recorded on the sign-in log.
6. Visitors and volunteers are to wear badges identifying them when on
school property.
7. When possible, make arrangements with your child's teacher to visit the
class or talk with her/him beforehand.
8. If the class is in the middle of any activity that should not be
interrupted (such as a test, or instruction of new material), the teacher may
request that the parent wait until the activity is completed or schedule a
visit at a later time.
9. When you leave, make sure you sign our in the office. If an emergency
evacuation or drill should occur, we are required to account for each person
on school property, including all visitors. We cannot re-enter the building
until all persons are accounted for, even during drills.
Although this may seem inconvenient, this school policy is in place to for the
safety of all Kingston Elementary students. This also provides a record of
who is in the building and where to locate visitors in case of an emergency.
Interruptions during instructional time are kept to a minimum since studies
show that instructional time on-task has significant impact on student
learning. General announcements are not made during instructional time in the
school day to avoid interruption of instructional time on task.
Thank you for your help in ensuring that all KES students are safe and
instructional time remains prime learning time.
VOLUNTEERS
A school volunteer is an adult who is willing to give time and talent to help
out. School volunteers are our partners in education and a very special
resource. Parents and other volunteers are encouraged to help in all
classrooms, programs, extracurricular activities, and the office. Please call
the office or contact a teacher is you have time or skills you can share to
make our school a better place for students to learn and grow. Volunteer days
and hours are flexible, but dependability is important. When you decide to
volunteer, please make sure you are given a Volunteer Handbook. Volunteer
Handbooks are available from teachers or in the office. Please take time to
read the information.
WEB SITE
Roane County School System has a web site. School Board Policies and other
system-wide information may be accessed at the following address:
http://roaneschools.com
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