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Mark Keppel Parent Handbook
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School Calendar 2011-2012
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Personal Belongings ............................................................ 26
TABLE OF CONTENTS .............................................. 1 SPECIAL EVENTS.....................................................20 Rainy Day Procedure........................................................... 26
First Day of School ...............................................................20 Social Promotion/Retention................................................. 26
MESSAGE, MISSION AND FOCUS ......................... 2 Back-To-School Night ..........................................................20 Telephones ........................................................................... 26
DIRECTORY & FACULTY .......................................... 3 Picture Day............................................................................20 Telephone Messages .......................................................... 26
Reflections.............................................................................20 Textbooks ............................................................................. 26
HEALTH SERVICES ................................................... 3 Keppel Harvest Festival .......................................................20 Visitors .............................................................................. 26
Red Ribbon Week ...............................................................20 Volunteers............................................................................. 26
PARENT-SCHOOL COMMUNICATIONS ................. 4
Arts Showcase ......................................................................20 School Site Council.............................................................. 27
Thursday Folder ..................................................................... 4
Read Across America Week ................................................20
Mark Keppel Newsletter/Keppel Kable................................. 4
Block pARTy/Silent Auction…………………………………20 SPECIAL PROGRAMS & SERVICES ..................... 27
Parent Handbook ................................................................... 4
Open House ..........................................................................20 Chorus .............................................................................. 27
FOOD SERVICES........................................................ 4 Rockin’ for the Arts ...............................................................20 Technology/Media Lab ....................................................... 27
Breakfast .......................................................................... 4 Spirit Day ...............................................................................20 Conflict Resolution ............................................................... 27
Lunch ................................................................................ 4 Field Trips..............................................................................21 Child Care Programs (RAP, EEELP).................................. 27
Snacks ................................................................................ 4 Staff Development Days ..................................................... 21 English Language Development Programs ....................... 27
Bagels & Beethoven with Dr. Mason……………………….21 G.A.T.E. (Gifted and Talented Education) ......................... 27
DAILY SCHEDULE PLUS MINIMUM DAYS & HOLIDAYS Keppel Art Days………………………………………………21 Instrumental Music .............................................................. 27
....................................................................................... 5 Insurance ............................................................................. 27
SAFETY AND SECURITY .........................................21 Library .............................................................................. 27
SCHOOL COMPACT .................................................. 6 Campus Safety Policy ..........................................................21 Lost And Found .................................................................... 28
White Slips ........................................................................... 21 Physical Education Program ............................................... 28
TESTING ...................................................................... 6
After School Supervision .....................................................21 School Psychologist............................................................. 28
SCHOOL RULES......................................................... 7 Sexual Harassment .............................................................21 Title I .............................................................................. 28
DISCIPLINE POLICY ................................................. 8 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS....................... 21-22 School Based Coordinated Programs (SBCP) .................. 28
Fifth Grade Activities............................................................ 28
SEPTEMBER 2011...................................................... 9 SCHOOL POLICIES ..................................................23 Special Education Programs ............................................... 28
Absence from School ...........................................................23 Student Council .................................................................... 29
OCTOBER 2011 ........................................................ 10 Tardiness...............................................................................23 Substance Abuse Prevention Programs ............................ 29
NOVEMBER 2011 ...................................................11 Arrival Time/Dismissal Time ................................................23 Mark Keppel’s Single Plan For Student Achievement....... 29
Early Release of Students ...................................................23 Korean Immersion Program ................................................ 29
DECEMBER 2011...................................................... 12 Keppel Cruisers/Fit Fridays..................................................23 Visual & Performing Arts Magnet…………………………...29
Traffic & Parking ...................................................................23
JANUARY 2012 ......................................................... 13 Banking of Instructional Minutes “Banking Day” ................24
FEBRUARY 2012 ...................................................... 14 Bicycles/Skateboards/Scooters/Rollerblades .....................24 ORGANIZATIONS AND GROUPS........................... 30
Birthday and Classroom Parties ..........................................24 PTA (Parent Teacher Association) .................................... 30
MARCH 2012 ............................................................. 15 Classroom Interruptions .......................................................24 Directory of PTA Contacts ................................................... 30
Uniform Policy .......................................................................24 Make Keppel Special (MKS) .............................................. 31
APRIL 2012................................................................ 16
Dress Code ...........................................................................24
MAY 2012................................................................... 17 Homework .............................................................................25 DISASTER PREPAREDNESS.................................. 32
Independent Study ...............................................................25
JUNE 2012 ................................................................. 18 Report Cards.........................................................................26
SUPPLY LISTS.......................................................... 19 Parent Conferences..............................................................26
Mark Keppel Elementary School Parent Handbook-1
Glendale Unified School District
Mark Keppel Visual & Performing Arts Magnet
730 Glenwood Road
Glendale, California 91202
818 244-2113 818-507-6542 FAX
markkeppelelementary.org
Dear Keppel Families:
Welcome to Mark Keppel Visual & Performing Arts Magnet! In an effort to increase communication between the school and your family, we
have created the Mark Keppel Parent Handbook. Inside you will find important information regarding schedules, school-wide behavior
expectations, school policies, parent support groups, and various student programs and activities.
Please take time to review this information and keep it on hand as a reference throughout the year. We hope you will find it useful in making
this a successful year for your children. Thank you to our PTA for providing this handbook to all Keppel families free of charge. Please check
out our new school website and stay current with all school events and news at: markkeppelelementary.org.
We all look forward to working together with you to create a quality educational program for each and every student at Mark Keppel.
Sincerely,
Dr. Mary A. Mason, Principal
Mark Keppel Visual & Performing Arts Magnet
Mission Statement
Mark Keppel Elementary School staff, administrators, parents, and community members share the responsibility for and are committed to
creating a safe, stimulating academic environment. The integration of the arts across our curriculum empowers all students to reach
their full cognitive, creative, and social potential. Keppel’s dynamic educational program fosters cooperative and independent
learning as well as critical thinking skills to promote a life-long love of learning and respect for all.
Mark Keppel Visual & Performing Arts Magnet
Instructional Focus Statement
With the knowledge that proficient reading comprehension skills affect achievement in all academic areas, all Mark Keppel students
will comprehend grade level text as measured by:
! Site interim measures and classroom assessments with 75% of students scoring proficient or advanced.
! The California Standards Test (CST) with the percentage of students scoring proficient or advanced increasing by 5% on the
English Language Arts CST.
! California Academic Performance Index (API) with the API of our socio-economic subgroup growing from 828 to 835, therefore
closing the achievement gap
Mark Keppel Elementary School Parent Handbook-2
STAFF DIRECTORY
Principal Dr. Mary A. Mason Health Clerk Mrs. Karen Marbach
Assistant Principal Mrs. Roxanne Ouweleen FLAG Korean Site Specialist Mrs. Naehi Wong
Keppel Team Administrative Secretary Mrs. Kelarik Samkian Magnet Site Specialist Mrs. Talisen Winder
Attendance Clerk Mrs. Lorna St. Angel Art/Media Coach Mrs. April Faieta
Kindergarten Justine Baldwin 3rd Grade Laurie Duncan Physical Education Sandy Fink Special Ed Assistant Hasmik Avakian
Mark
Kindergarten Suzanne Buckhoff 3rd Grade Jenny Hong P.E. Assistant Ryan Eder Special Ed Assistant Nvard Zamanyan
Kindergarten Joanne Chung 3rd Grade Nvart Joboyan RSP Assistant Zhenya Shahbazyan Special Ed Assistant Suzanna Theoharides
Keppel
Kindergarten Julie Park 3rd Grade Lynne Naeve Speech Assistant Sofia Manessarian
EEELP Head
Kindergarten Tanya Wolfe 3rd Grade Cathy Scott Edita Manukyan
Team
Kindergarten/FLAG Esther You 3rd Grade/FLAG Kylie Hwang District Nurse Kym Jarnot, R.N. Teacher
Kindergarten/FLAG Darae Youn Library Assistant Suzy Gharibian
4th Grade Ruwani Brohier Computer Lab Imelda Gomez Noon Aide Diana Aghakhani
st
1 Grade Susan Hohensee 4th Grade Linda Cleverley Noon Aide Rita Vartan
1st Grade Kirsten Mason 4th Grade Sherri LaCom Clerk II Kimberly Swan Noon Aide Seda Matevosyan
1st Grade Virginia Puccini 4th Grade/FLAG Jessie Shin FLAG Clerk Soyen Sohn Noon Aide Markrit Tahmasian
1st Grade Lala Sahakian Day Custodian Matthew Meza Noon Aide Armine Ovsepyan
1st Grade Carolyn Williams 4th/5th Grade Ray Shelton Night Custodians Kevin Lorey Noon Aide Arax Bedrosian
1st Grade/FLAG Liz Kim 5th Grade Michael Hewitt Noon Aide Stella Nazari
1st Grade/FLAG Emily Sim 5th Grade Michelle Pimenta Teacher Specialist Noon Aide Eida Khanbabayi
5th Grade Joanne Ward & Keppel Chorus Jennifer Epstein Office Aide Edna Abnosian
2nd Grade Nancy Chefalo (3-5)
Cafeteria Armineh Hacopians
2nd Grade Rita Kenny Intervention Juliet Ainian
Orchestra (4-5) Supervisor
2nd Grade Ellyn Lee Teacher Deneil Jurado
2nd Grade Suzanne Rosen Dance/Drill Team Cris Neel
2nd Grade Cordula Specht SDC 4th-5th Michelle Hershman Visual Arts Joan Zierhut TRANSLATIONS: (818) 244-2113
2nd Grade/FLAG Unis Cho Psychologist Dr. Tara Leufroy K-2 Drama Cathy Gilbert Soyen Sohn – Korean ext. 1001
2nd Grade/FLAG Jenny Park Resource Specialist Christine Moore Improvisation Darin Toonder Imelda Gomez – Spanish ext. 1130
Speech Therapist Rachel Smith Kelarik Samkian – Armenian ext. 1004
Glendale Unified School District Information
The District Office is located at 223 N. Jackson St., Glendale, CA 91206. The telephone number is (818) 241-3111.
Dr. Richard Sheehan is Superintendent of Schools.
Members of the Glendale Board of Education are:
President: Joylene Wagner Vice President: Christine Walters
Clerk: Nayiri Nahabedian Members: Mary W. Boger and Gregory S. Krikorian
HEALTH SERVICES ABOUT MEDICATION AND INJURIES
The school offers the following health services: If a child requires medication during school hours, a special form,
Basic First Aid - The school gives first aid for Maturation Program – Grade 5 available in the office, must be completed and signed by a doctor
injuries occurring at school only. If care beyond Parent notification-regarding communicable and by the parents before such medication can be given.
immediate first aid is required, the parent is disease control, problems related to physical
called. defects, and referral to community resources Pupils requiring the use of crutches, casts, or any other appliance
Teacher notification-regarding students with Doctor-MUST sign administration of medication will need a note from the attending physician authorizing their use
special health problems that affect learning - District form. at school. The note should include the physical limitations as well
Height and Weight/Vision & Hearing Screening - Parent notification-regarding required as the length of time involved. This note MUST accompany the
Grades K, 2, 5 immunizations and physical examination. child on the first day of attendance using crutches or other
appliances. A notice of authorization to attend school will be
issued from the office upon receipt of the note from the physician.
PLEASE KEEP YOUR CHILD’S EMERGENCY CARD UP-TO-DATE. Mark Keppel Elementary School Parent Handbook-3
PA R ENT- SC H O O L Breakfast *ALERT: Classes will not be interrupted in
CO M M U N ICA T IO N S Breakfast is served Monday through Friday from order to call children to the office to retrieve
7:30 to 8:00 a.m. This is a great way to ensure that late lunches.
Thursday Folder students have eaten a full healthy meal before
Regular communication to parents is important so instruction begins. Lunch
parents are kept informed about school activities.
Notices, reminders, and other communications are
It is our policy that all children
distributed on Thursday and sent home in the BREAKFAST! should eat lunch daily.
Thursday Folder, which is to be returned to school Students may bring their lunch to school or
It’s the most important meal of the day!
the following day. This folder will be used all purchase a lunch in the
year. The replacement cost is $1.00. Served every day in the Keppel cafeteria: school cafeteria. It is
important to your BUY A LUNCH
7:30 - 8:00 a.m. CARD
Keppel Kable child’s growth and Advanced payment of
Monday through Friday development to eat lunches (20 full price
Our Keppel PTA publishes a monthly newsletter lunches for $40.00).
that goes home to all families and contains articles a nutritious lunch.
Breakfast: $1.25 per child
of special interest to parents and a calendar of Please do not include
Lunch also served daily: $2.00 per student
events. It is also available on our website at: candy or soft drinks in your student’s sack
markkeppelelementary.org. Reduced price and free breakfasts and lunches lunch. Chips and other fatty items should not be
available to qualifying students. Contact our included either. The good eating habits your child
Parent Handbook/Calendar school office for more information and an develops now will remain with them for the rest of
This Parent Handbook is produced and published application form. their lives.
by the Keppel PTA. It is provided free of charge to
The cost of a full lunch including milk is $2.00.
all families at Mark Keppel and is given to each
For students who bring a sack lunch, milk or juice
child at Back-to-School Night. The Handbook
may be purchased separately for $.50. Glendale
contains important information, including the
Unified School District participates in the National
school calendar, school rules and discipline policy,
administrative policies, a description of special Snacks School Lunch/Breakfast Program. Children from
Snacks are optional but if your households that meet federal income guidelines are
programs and services offered to students and their
child gets hungry, you may send a eligible for free meals or reduced price meals at:
families and a directory of school organizations
small, nutritious snack in a plastic $.25 for breakfast and $.40 for lunch. Advance
and groups. Telephone numbers are to be used for
sandwich bag. Please make it small, as this snack lunch prepay can be made to the Cafeteria in the
school-related business only and are not to be used
will be eaten during recess. Snack suggestions mornings. Prepays can be weekly, monthly or even
for solicitations of any other kind.
include carrots, celery sticks, granola bars, fruit, for the entire school year. We encourage all
and raisins. Do not send frozen water bottles. students to have at least one week of paid lunches
Condensation soaks schoolwork. Only water is so that forgotten lunches are not a problem. The
Pay for your child’s cafeteria allowed on the playground. Sports drinks or juice cafeteria will extend credit for 10 lunches to each
lunches ahead of time online are only for lunch. Spills become sticky on the student at Keppel, but the total must be repaid
FOOD SERVICES playground. before the student can continue to buy lunch.
with a credit card at
EZSchoolpay.com Mark Keppel Elementary School Parent Handbook-4
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DAILY SCHEDULE
plus Minimum Days & Holidays STUDENT HOLIDAYS
Sept. 5, 2011 Labor Day
Oct. 31, 2011 Student Holiday – Staff Development Day
Nov 11, 2011 Veteran’s Day
KINDERGARTEN Start time Dismissal
Nov 23- 27, 2011 Thanksgiving
Nov. 28, 2011 Student Holiday – Report Card Preparation Day
M – F /AM Kindergarten 8:00 12:30
Dec 22, 2011-Jan 8, 2012 Winter Recess
M—F /PM Kindergarten 9:35 2:20 Jan 16, 2012 Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday
Feb 13, 2012 Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday
M—F /FLAG Kindergarten 8:00 2:05 Feb 20, 2012 George Washington’s Birthday
THURSDAYS-PM Kinder 9:35 1:30 Apr 7-15, 2012 Spring Vacation
April 16, 2012 Student Holiday – Staff Development Day
THURSDAYS-FLAG Kinder 8:00 1:05 May 28, 2012 Memorial Day
MINIMUM DAYS 8:00 12:10
GRADES 1, 2 & 3 Start time Dismissal
Classroom Interruptions
M-F 8:05 2:10 In fairness to the students and their
THURSDAYS 8:05 1:10 educational program, classroom
interruptions are kept to a minimum.
MINIMUM DAYS 8:05 12:15 We ask that you plan ahead and assist
Current Information! students with the responsibility of
GRADE 4 & 5 Start time Dismissal Our new electronic school bringing their own lunches to school.
marquee, located on Glenwood Lunches or lunch money brought in late
M-F 8:05 2:30
Rd., provides important current by parents may be left in the office for
THURSDAYS 8:05 1:30 information to parents and the students to pick up. Homework, library
MINIMUM DAYS 8:05 12:25 community. books, projects, musical instruments,
etc., brought in by parents will be put
in the teacher’s box to be picked up at
LUNCH SCHEDULES recess time. Credit for late work is left
PM Kinder 10:50-11:25 to the teacher’s discretion.
FLAG Kinder 11:10-11:55 Students (Grades 1-5) are not allowed on
Grades 1, 2, 3 11:25-12:08 campus before 7:30 AM. Morning supervision
Grades 4 & 5 11:45-12:28 does not begin until 7:30 AM. There is no
Minimum Days None supervision before 7:30 AM! Do not drop off MINIMUM DAYS
your child on campus before 7:30 AM. This is
not safe! There is no before school supervision September 7, 2011 – Back-To-School Night
School Office Hours: December 5, 2011 – Parent Conferences
for kindergarten. Call the EEELP Office at March 9, 2012 - Report Card Preparation
7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday – Friday (818) 241-7562 if childcare is needed. May 30, 2012 - Open House
June 14, 2012 - Last Day of School
PHONE (818) 244-2113 FAX: (818) 507-6542
Students must be picked up at • Dismissal for Kindergarten is 12:10 p.m.
dismissal time! • Dismissal for Grades 1-3 is 12:15 p.m.
If students have not been picked up by the
PARENTS: time the office closes for the day, Glendale • Dismissal for Grades 4 and 5 is 12:25 p.m.
Please, DO NOT park in Keppel/Toll Staff Parking lot Police Department will be contacted to pick up
east of the kindergarten playground when picking your child. Thank you for your cooperation in
up/dropping off children. This is not safe!! ensuring your child’s safety before and after
school hours. Mark Keppel Elementary School Parent Handbook-5
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SCHOOL COMPACT
The Keppel School Site Council, in compliance with Glendale Unified School District policy, has developed a School Compact. It explains how everyone can work together to insure that our
students are successful. It takes each of us – parents, teachers, and students – working together every single day to make this happen. Your child’s teacher will explain the School Compact in more
detail at Back-to-School Night.
THE TEACHER PLEDGE: THE PARENT PLEDGE:
I understand the importance of the school experience to every student and my role as a I understand that my participation in my child’s education will help his/her
teacher and model. Therefore, I agree to carry out the following responsibilities: achievement and attitude. Therefore, I will continue to carry out the following
• Advance Keppel’s reading comprehension instructional focus responsibilities:
• Integrate the arts into classroom activities • Support my child in developing reading comprehension
• Teach state and district grade level content standards • Encourage my child to appreciate and learn about the arts
• Strive to meet the individual needs of each child and provide feedback in a timely • Encourage my child to put forward his/her best effort every day
manner • Provide support and a quiet place and time for my child to read and do
• Communicate with parents regarding student progress, and school and classroom homework
expectations • Review all school communications and return necessary paperwork
• Provide a safe, positive, and healthful learning environment • ATTEND Parent’s Night, conferences, Open House, and other school
• Support the school’s/district’s homework, discipline, and attendance policies events
• Encourage parent involvement • Make sure my child comes to school every day, on time, and ready to learn
except if ill
THE STUDENT PLEDGE: • Make sure that my child gets ample sleep and physical activity, and eats
I realize that my education is important. I know I am the one responsible for my own nutritious foods
success. Therefore, I agree to carry out the following responsibilities: • Limit time spent by my child on TV, computer, and video games
• Read every day for learning and pleasure • Support the school’s/district’s homework, discipline, and attendance
• Work to develop my artistic talents and to appreciate the arts policies
• Strive to do my best every day • Communicate with my child’s teacher when I have questions or concerns
• Come to school every day, on time, and ready to learn • Observe all traffic safety rules
• Return completed homework and my Thursday folder on time and in good
condition Princ ipa l’ s Expe ctatio n s
• Treat all other students and adults with kindness and respect " Work Hard.
• Be responsible for my own behavior " Be yourself.
" Do the right thing.
• Ask for help when needed and offer to help others
" Do your best!
• Respect school rules, school property, and the property of others
• Observe all traffic safety rules
Testing
Reading/Language Arts and Mathematics District Testing/Benchmark Testing CELDT
Assessments These assessments are used to determine whether students have The California English Language Development Test
The reading/language arts and mathematics assessments met the standards for English Language Arts, Math and, as (CELDT) is an annual test given to students who are
appropriate, English Language Development. These include the English Language Learners. Students in K and 1st grade
are conducted in the classroom on an on-going basis in
reading, writing, and math benchmarks; end of unit tests in
order to determine how well students are learning the are assessed on their listening and speaking skills, while
Language Arts, and Everyday Math, and the CELDT for English
concepts needed to meet grade level standards. These language learners. students in Grades 2-5 are assessed in listening and
tests include, but are not limited to, the STAR Reading speaking, reading, and writing. The CELDT test is
Inventory, CARS/STARS internal measure, and CST administered in early fall and results are available to
additional teacher-made tests. The California Standards Test (CST) has been adopted as parents several months later.
the state mandated norm-referenced test for grades 2-5.
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Students will take this test May 7-18, 2012.
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Additional School Guidelines
Schoo l Ru les DISCIPLINE POLICY During Lunch
A primary purpose of education is to help students to develop self-discipline. The goal Good nutrition is necessary for your child’s health.
includes three vital elements: the ability of the students to exercise self-control, the Our Cafeteria prepares a balanced meal for breakfast
ability to pursue acceptable forms of behavior, and the ability to make good decisions and lunch daily. The following are the food area rules:
and choices. Furthermore, an atmosphere of reasonable, firm, and positive discipline 1. Food is allowed only in designated eating areas.
develops acceptable behavior, concern for others, mutual respect, and assures the 2. No glass containers of any kind are allowed in
safety of all students and staff. school.
3. If you wish to pack a lunch or snack, please do not
GENE RAL S CHOOL RULE S include food high in sugar content, candy, or soda.
Behavior Consequences 4. Food is not to be traded, shared, or collected.
• Students will respect themselves and others. Violations of the school rules will result in the following 5. Student will clean lunch area after eating.
actions: 6. The lunch shelter area is for sitting and/or eating
• Students will obey school authorities promptly. only. Playing, running, handball, etc. is not allowed.
First Violation:
• Students will respect school and personal Warning Playground Guidelines
property. Second Violation: 1. Always play safely and correctly.
White Slip. Benched 1 recess. 2. Do not play in the quiet zones.
• Students will always act in a safe way and Third Violation: 3. No chasing, playing tag, soccer, or wrestling.
demonstrate kindness to others. White slip. Benched 1 day. 4. No gum or candy allowed.
Additional violations and/or the severity of each violation 5. Respect all school property.
• Students will refrain from the use of profanity or will be dealt with on an individual basis. 6. Riding skateboards, rollerblades, scooters, or
foul, racist, threatening or sexual remarks. bicycles on the playground is prohibited at all times.
Students may be referred to the school administrators for
severe or repeat violations. No in-skate shoes are allowed.
• Students will walk in corridors/hallways and on
Individual classrooms have their own rewards and 7. Games must be played in the designated areas.
the ramps. Students walking in hallways during
class time will remain silent and respectful of consequences. 8. No playing/hanging out in the restrooms, in front of
classes in session. classrooms, or on ramps.
Use of Playground Equipment
• Students will exhibit respectful behavior during
assemblies, presentations, school lunches, and Principal’s Schoolwide Rules 1.
2.
All equipment must be used safely and correctly.
Only school equipment is allowed.
recess.
Every year on the first day of school, the Principal 3. Use slides, fireman poles, and bars one person at a
• Students will enter and leave the Auditorium and Assistant Principal go into every classroom to time.
quietly and only when directed to do so by an remind students of the 3 Keppel Schoolwide Rules:
adult. Bars and Dome
• Keep your hands to yourself 1. Always keep one hand on bar
• Students may not possess any dangerous objects 2. No flips to jump off
or weapons, including look-alike replicas, toys or • Keep your feet to yourself 3. No hanging upside down
laser pointers. Possession of such objects is
grounds for expulsion. • Only use kind words 4.
5.
No standing on top of bars
No touching anyone who is hanging or playing on
the bars
• Students will choose carefully what is worn, what 6. Always travel in one direction.
is said and done. Before and After School 7. No pulling anyone off a bar.
• All school rules continue to apply before and after school 8. If not on bars, stay outside the area. Do not travel on
• Students will be in school on time every day.
• Students are not to engage in running, shouting, chasing, bars until the person ahead of you is at least half
teasing, hitting, or throwing things. way across.
KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS must be
• Students may not go into the building or classrooms without 9. If there is a line, use the count to 100 rule
quiet in front lawn area before and 10. No more than 8 students on the dome at one time.
after school as students are in teacher permission and supervision.
classrooms working above you!!! • No balls or jump ropes on the grass or playground.
• Unless enrolled in one of the childcare programs, students
All Keppel students are expected to may not play on the playground after school.
behave in a KIND and SAFE manner at all • The front grassy area IS NOT a playground after school!
times. Balls, jumpropes, and running are not allowed!
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DISCIPLINE POLICY
Detention (p) Unlawfully offered, arranged to sell, negotiated to sell, or sold the prescription drug Soma.
(q) A pupil may not be suspended or expelled for any of the acts enumerated unless that act is
Students may be kept after school for no more than fifteen (15) minutes when they have been
related to school activity or school attendance occurring within a school under the jurisdiction of
permitted to call home first to notify their parents. Individual teachers may assign detention. The
the superintendent or principal or occurring within any other school district. A pupil may be
principal may assign detention for excessive absences, tardies, and/or as disciplinary action for
suspended or expelled for acts that are enumerated in this section and related to school activity
breaking school rules. If your child is not at the pick up gate due to a detention, the parent or guardian
or attendance that occur at any time, including, but not limited to, any of the following:
will need to park his/her car somewhere other than the traffic lane, and wait for release at the front
(1) While on school grounds. (2) While going to or coming from school. (3) During the lunch period
lobby. Ed Code 44807.5 authorizes a classroom teacher to restrict for disciplinary purposes the time a
whether on or off the campus. (4) During, or while going to or coming from, a school sponsored
pupil under his/her supervision is allowed for recess.
activity.
(r) A pupil who aids or abets, as defined in Section 31 of the Penal Code, the infliction or
Suspension And Expulsion attempted infliction of physical injury to another person may suffer suspension, but not expulsion,
EDUCATION CODE SECTION 48900 - Reasons for Suspension (Effective January 1, 2003) pursuant to the provisions of this section, except that a pupil who has been adjudged by a juvenile
48900. A pupil may not be suspended from school or recommended for expulsion unless the court to have committed, as an aider and abettor, a crime of physical violence in which the victim
superintendent or the principal of the school in which the pupil is enrolled determines that the pupil suffered great bodily injury or serious bodily injury shall be subject to discipline pursuant to
has committed an act as defined pursuant to one or more of subdivisions (a) to (p), inclusive: subdivision (a).
(s) As used in this section, “school property” includes, but is not limited to, electronic files and
(1) Caused, attempted to cause, or threatened to cause physical injury to another person. databases.
(2) Willfully used force or violence upon the person of another, except in self-defense. (t) A superintendent or principal may use their discretion to provide alternatives to suspension or
(b) Possessed, sold, or otherwise furnished any firearm, knife, explosive, or other dangerous expulsion, including, but not limited to, counseling and an anger management program, for a pupil
object, unless, in the case of possession of any object of this type, the pupil had obtained written subject to discipline under this section.
permission to possess the item from a certificated school employee, which is concurred in by the (u) It is the intent of the Legislature that alternatives to suspensions or expulsion be imposed
principal or the designee of the principal. against any pupil who is truant, tardy, or otherwise absent from school activities.
(c) Unlawfully possessed, used, sold, or otherwise furnished, or been under the influence of, any 48900.2. In addition to the reasons specified in Section 48900, a pupil may be suspended from school
controlled substance listed in Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11053) of Division 10 of the or recommended for expulsion if the superintendent or the principal of the school in which the pupil is
Health and Safety Code, an alcoholic beverage, or an intoxicant of any kind. enrolled determines that the pupil has committed sexual harassment as defined in Section 212.5. For
(d) Unlawfully offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any controlled substance listed in Chapter the purposes of this chapter, the conduct described in Section 212.5 must be considered by a
2 (commencing with Section 11053) of Division 10 of the Health and Safety Code, an alcoholic reasonable person of the same gender as the victim to be sufficiently severe or pervasive to have a
beverage, or an intoxicant of any kind, and then either sold, delivered, or otherwise furnished to negative impact upon the individual’s academic performance or to create an intimidating, hostile, or
any person another liquid, substance, or material and represented the liquid, substance, or offensive educational environment. This section shall not apply to pupils enrolled in kindergarten and
material as a controlled substance, alcoholic beverage, or intoxicant. grades 1 to 3, inclusive.
(e) Committed or attempted to commit robbery or extortion. 48900.3. In addition to the reasons set forth in Sections 48900 and 48900.2, a pupil in any of grades 4
(f) Caused or attempted to cause damage to school property or private property. to 12, inclusive, may be suspended from school or recommended for expulsion if the superintendent or
(g) Stolen or attempted to steal school property or private property. the principal of the school in which the pupil is enrolled determines that the pupil has caused,
(h) Possessed or used tobacco, or any products containing tobacco or nicotine products, attempted to cause, threatened to cause, or participated in an act of, hate violence, as defined in
including, but not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, miniature cigars, clove cigarettes, smokeless subdivision (e) of Section 233.
tobacco, snuff, chew packets, and betel. However, this section does not prohibit use or 48900.4. In addition to the grounds specified in Sections 48900 and 48900.2, a pupil enrolled in any
possession by a pupil of his or her own prescription products. of grades 4 to 12, inclusive, may be suspended from school or recommended for expulsion if the
(i) Committed an obscene act or engaged in habitual profanity or vulgarity. superintendent or the principal of the school in which the pupil is enrolled determines that the pupil
(j) Unlawfully possessed or unlawfully offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any drug has intentionally engaged in harassment, threats, or intimidation, directed against school district
paraphernalia, as defined in Section11014.5 of the Health and Safety Code. personnel or pupils, that is sufficiently severe or pervasive to have the actual and reasonably expected
(k) Disrupted school activities or otherwise willfully defied the valid authority of supervisors, effect of materially disrupting class work, creating substantial disorder, and invading the rights of
teachers, administrators, school officials, or other school personnel engaged in the performance either school personnel or pupils by creating an intimidating or hostile educational environment.
of their duties. 48900.7. (a) In addition to the reasons specified in Sections 48900, 48900.2, 48900.3, and 48900.4, a
(l) Knowingly received stolen school property or private property. pupil may be suspended from school or recommended for expulsion if the superintendent or the
(m) Possessed an imitation firearm. As used in this section, “imitation firearm” means a replica principal of the school in which the pupil is enrolled determines that the pupil has made terroristic
of a firearm that is so substantially similar in physical properties to an existing firearm as to lead threats against school officials or school property, or both. (b) For the purposes of this section,
a reasonable person to conclude that the replica is a firearm. “terroristic threat” shall include any statement, whether written or oral, by a person who willfully
(n) Committed or attempted to commit a sexual assault as defined in Section 261, 266c, 286, threatens to commit a crime which will result in death, great bodily injury to another person, or
288, 288a, or 289 of the Penal Code or committed a sexual battery as defined in Section 243.4 of property damage in excess of one thousand dollars ($1,000), with the specific intent that the statement
the Penal Code. is to be taken as a threat, even if there is no intent of actually carrying it out, which, on its face and
(o) Harassed, threatened, or intimidated a pupil who is a complaining witness or witness in a under the circumstances in which it is made, is so unequivocal, unconditional, immediate, and specific
school disciplinary proceeding for the purpose of either preventing that pupil from being a as to convey to the person threatened, a gravity of purpose and an immediate prospect of execution of
witness or retaliating against that pupil for being a witness, or both. the threat, and thereby causes that person reasonably to be in sustained fear for his or her own safety
or for his or her immediate family’s safety, or for the protection of school district property, or the
personal property of the person threatened or his or her immediate family.
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August/September 2011 Please note that school event dates are
subject to change. Please check your Thursday
! ! ! Responsibility ! ! ! folders, the school Marquee, and the Keppel
Kable regularly for up-to-date information.
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
29 30 31 1 Banking Day 2 3
First Day of School FLAG Advisory
Mtg.
8:15 am
Cafeteria
Domino’s Pizza Night
4 5 6 7 Minimum Day 8 Banking Day 9 10
STUDENT HOLIDAY MKS Campaign for Back to School Orchestra recruiting
Labor Day Excellence Begins! Night! assemblies
Parents Only!
PTA Membership Drive K-3-6:00-7:00 pm Stepping
Begins! 4-5-7:00-8:00 pm Toll Back-to-School
5th grade meeting- Night 7pm Stones
5th Grade Car Wash 8:00 pm Presents:
3rd level parking
11 12 13 14 15 Banking Day 16 17 “Footloose”
Patriot Day PTA Executive Board Annual Schoolwide Keppel Kable Deadline Constitution Day
Meeting in Library 6:30 Rules Assemblies Schoolwide
pm
Sept. 9, 10, 11,
Assembly-Front
MKS Meeting-7:30 pm Lawn 8:30-9:00 am
16, 17, 18,
(School Library) 23, 24, 25
Hoover Back-to-School
District Board Meeting Night 6pm Hoover Aud.
18 19 20 21 22 Banking Day 23 24 Don’t miss it!
FLAG Parent
Meeting
7 pm Cafeteria
25 26 27 28 29 Banking Day 30
PTA Gift Wrap
Bagels & Beethoven First Announced Fundraiser
Painless Donation #1: Assemblies
with Dr. Mason Fire Drill 8:30 am
• Round up your PTA membership dues to $10. The
8:30 am
extra dollars go straight to Mark Keppel PTA programs! PTA Welcome
Cafeteria
• Campaign for Excellence starts this month! All Back Picnic
money raised supports our intervention teachers, which 5:30-7:30 pm
benefit all Keppel students and classrooms!
Free Dress Day
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October 2011 Please note that school event dates are
subject to change. Please check your Thursday
! ! ! Cooperation ! ! folders, the school Marquee, and the Keppel
Kable regularly for up-to-date information.
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
1
2 3 4 5 6 Banking Day 7 8
PTA Reflections International Walk-to- Superintendent’s State of FLAG Advisory Mtg. Yom Kippur
Contest Begins School Day! the Schools Breakfast at 8:15 am
Theme: Edison School Cafeteria
Diversity Is... District Board Domino’s Pizza Night 7:00 am
Meeting
PTA Gift Wrap Fundraiser: September 30 - October 14
9 10 11 12 13 Banking Day 14 15
PTA Executive Board Picture Day Cougar Pride
Meeting in Library- 6:30
Individual and Class Assembly
pm
Photos 8:30-9:30 am
MKS Meeting-7:30 pm
(School Library) Progress Reports Go
Keppel Kable
Free Dress Day Home
Deadline
PTA Gift Wrap Fundraiser: September 30 – October 14
16 17 18 19 20 Banking Day 21 22
GREAT CALIFORNIA SHAKE Painless
OUT DRILL – Donation #2
10:20 am Review your
grocery club
MKS Harvest Festival cards – Sign
District Board 3:00-6:00 pm
up for eScrip!
Meeting
Keppel
23 24 25 26 27 28 29 receives
money from
!------------------------------------ RED RIBBON WEEK ----------------------------------- Wear Red Day
Keppel displays your weekly
-----" grocery
artwork at the Keppel Magnet Adv./ Bagels & Beethoven
Board shopping
School Site Council with Dr. Mason
October 24- (SSC) 2:45 pm
trips!!
8:30 am Cafeteria
December 2
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November 2011 Please note that school event dates are
subject to change. Please check your Thursday
folders, the school Marque e, and the Keppel
! ! ! Citizenship ! ! ! Kable regularly for up-to-date information.
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
OCT. 30 OCT. 31 1 2 3 Banking Day 4 5
STUDENT HOLIDAY Reflections Entries Due! Parent Visitation
Staff Development Day 8:00-9:30 am
Day PTA and Healthy Start Food Drive, November 1-4
Domino’s Pizza Night PTA
District Board Meeting Father/Daughter
Happy Halloween! Dinner 6:30-8:30 pm
6 7 8 9 10 Banking Day 11 12
ELECTION DAY STUDENT HOLIDAY
Hoover Homecoming
Remember to vote! BGD- Veteran’s Day
Beat Glendale Day
PTA Executive Board FLAG Parent
Meeting in Library – Meeting
6:30 pm 7 pm Cafeteria
13 14 15 16 17 Banking Day 18 19
Keppel Kable Deadline Picture Day
Make-ups
PTA/MKS/Drill Team
District Board Meeting Group Photos
Free Dress Day
20 21 22 23 24 25 26
End of 1st Trimester STUDENT HOLIDAY STUDENT HOLIDAY STUDENT HOLIDAY
!
PTA/MKS Barnes and
Noble Night HAPPY THANKSGIVING
27 28 29 30
STUDENT HOLIDAY PTA Gift Wrap Delivery
Report Card Painless Donation #3:
Preparation Day • Do your holiday shopping at Barnes and Noble on November 22
and Mark Keppel receives a percentage back for every dollar spent!
Keppel Magnet
Adv./School Site Council
(SSC) 2:45 pm
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December 2011 Please note that school event dates are
subject to change. Please check your Thursday
folders, the school Marquee, and the Keppel
! ! ! Compassion ! ! ! Kable regularly for up-to-date information.
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
1 Banking Day 2 3
FLAG Advisory Mtg.
8:15 am Drill Team
PTA Toy Drive, November 28-December 2 Cafeteria Montrose Christmas
Parade
6:00 pm
1st Trimester Report
Cards Go Home
Domino’s Pizza Night
4 5 6 7 8 Banking Day 9 10
MINIMUM DAY! !"## "$%&' (%)& *+%
Parent Conferences 8:30-11:30 Art Classes
12:15-2:00 Student Hoover PTA Tour of
Kinder Dismissal, 12:10 Performances Homes
1-3 Dismissal, 12:15 10:00 am-4:00 pm
4-5 Dismissal, 12:25
11 12 13 14 15 Banking Day 16 17
District Board Meeting
Keppel student Orchestra Morning
Assemblies
leads pledge 8:30-10:00
Keppel Cafeteria
PTA Executive Board
Meeting/Holiday Party
6:30 pm Keppel Kable Deadline Free Dress Day
MKS Meeting-7:30 pm
(School Library)
18 19 20 21 22 23 24
Keppel/Hoover Cougar Pride
Choral Concert Assembly
6:00 pm 8:30-9:30 am Winter Vacation 12/22/11-1/8/12
25 26 27 28 29 30 31
Winter Vacation 12/22/11-1/8/12
Christmas Day
Mark Keppel Elementary School Parent Handbook-12
January 2012 Please note that school event dates are
subject to change. Please check your Thursday
folders, the school Marquee, and the Keppel
! ! ! Respect ! ! ! Kable regularly for up-to-date information.
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Happy New Year
2012! Winter Vacation 12/22/11-1/8/12
8 9 10 11 12 Banking Day 13 14
SCHOOL RESUMES
PTA Executive Board
Meeting in Library
6:30 p.m.
MKS Meeting-7:30
p.m.
(School Library) Domino’s Pizza Night
15 16 17 18 19 Banking Day 20 21
STUDENT HOLIDAY 5th Grade
District Board Meeting
Martin Luther King, Fundraiser!
Jr. Birthday
Lunar New Year
Assembly at Toll
Keppel Kable
Deadline 12-2pm
22 23 24 25 26 Banking Day 27 28
LUNAR NEW YEAR!!
YELLOW RIBBON WEEK
Bagels & Beethoven
with Dr. Mason
2nd Trimester Progress
8:30 am
Reports go Home
Cafeteria Free Dress Day
29 30 31
Keppel Magnet
Adv./ School Site Painless Donation #4:
Council (SSC) • Support our 5th grade fundraiser this month to help offset costs for
2:45 pm all their wonderful end-of-the-year activites and promotion night!!
Mark Keppel Elementary School Parent Handbook-13
February 2012
Please note that school event dates are
subject to change. Please check your Thursday
folders, the school Marquee, and the Keppel
! ! ! Honesty ! ! ! Kable regularly for up-to-date information.
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
1 2 Banking Day 3 4
FLAG Advisory Mtg.
8:15 am
Cafeteria
Did he see his
shadow?
Domino’s Pizza Night
4 6 7 8 9 Banking Day 10 11
5th Grade
Panoramic and
District Elementary MKS Meeting-7:30 p.m.
Promotion Photo Day
(School Library)
Spelling Bee 7:00pm
Hoover Founder’s
Day District Board Meeting
12 13 14 15 16 Banking Day 17 18
STUDENT HOLIDAY PTA Executive Board Keppel Kable Deadline Painless
Lincoln’s Day Meeting in Library-
8:30 am
Donation
#5:
FLAG Parent Meeting • All
Happy Valentine’s Day 7 pm Cafeteria Dominoes
orders the
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 first
Bagels & Beethoven Book Fair Delivery Wednesday of
with Dr. Mason every month
After School
8:30 am support 5th
Cafeteria Grade! Watch
Free Dress Day Thursday
STUDENT HOLIDAY District Council PTA folders for
President’s Day District Board Meeting Founder’s Day Keppel PTA flyers!
Founder’s Day
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March 2012
Please note that school event dates are
subject to change. Please check your Thursday
folders, the school Marquee, and the Keppel
! ! ! Trustworthiness ! ! ! Kable regularly for up-to-date information.
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
Feb. 26 Feb. 27 Feb. 28 Feb. 29 1 Banking Day 2 3
MKS Read-a-thon Dr. Seuss’ Birthday FLAG Advisory Mtg.
8:15 am
Cafeteria
Read Across America
Week
Family Reading Night
PTA Book Faire Week 6:00-8:00
4 5 6 7 8 Banking Day 9 10
CST Writing Test THU Minimum Day
4th Grade only! Kinder Dismissal, 12:10
1-3 Dismissal, 12:15
4-5 Dismissal, 12:25
District Board Meeting End Of 2nd
Trimester
11 12 13 14 15 Banking Day 16 17
PTA Executive Board Possible
Meeting in Library- 2nd Trimester District-wide
6:30 pm Report Cards Go Furlough Day
MKS Meeting- Home
7:30 pm FLAG Parent Meeting
(School Library) 7 pm Cafeteria St.
Keppel Kable Deadline Patrick’s Day!
18 19 20 21 22 Banking Day 23 24
CST Testing Meeting Bagels & Beethoven
8:30 am with Dr. Mason
8:30 am
Cafeteria
District Board Meeting
25 26 27 28 29 Banking Day 30 31
Keppel Magnet
Adv./School Site PTA COOKIE DOUGH FUNDRAISER MARCH 23 – APRIL 2
Painless Donation #6: Council (SSC)
• Don’t forget the SILENT AUCTION 2:45pm Block pARTy
and Book Faire fundraisers this month! PTA Association 11:00 am-4:00 pm
Meeting-CST Testing Hoover Open House Free Dress Day MKS Silent Auction
6:30 pm Supports Keppel
6:00-8:00 pm Students!
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April 2012 Please note that school event dates are
subject to change. Please check your Thursday
folders, the school Marquee, and the Keppel
! ! ! Loyalty ! ! ! Kable regularly for up-to-date information.
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
1 2 3 4 5 Banking Day 6 7
Cougar Pride Assembly
aPRIL fO OL’S
8:30-9:30 am
KEPPEL ART DAY!
dAY
9:30-11:30 Art
Classes
District Board Meeting Domino’s Pizza Night! 12:15-2:00 Student Passover
Performances
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Spring Vacation
Easter Sunday
15 16 17 18 19 Banking Day 20 21
STUDENT HOLIDAY PTA Executive Board ARTS SHOWCASE
Meeting in Library- 5:00-8:00 pm
Staff Development 6:30 pm
Day
MKS Meeting-7:30 pm
(School Library)
Keppel Kable Deadline
District Board Meeting
22 23 24 25 26 Banking Day 27 28
Secretary’s Day 5th Grade Elementary Math
Field Day
Possible Keppel our Colonial Day
Secretaries!
District-wide
Furlough Day Spring Picture Day
Individual Photos
Free Dress Day
Armenian Genocide K-5
Remembrance Day
Free Dress Day
29 30
Painless Donation #7:
• Don’t forget to leave a donation at Arts Showcase! All
donations support our arts programs at Keppel!
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May 2012
Please note that school event dates are
subject to change. Please check your Thursday
folders, the school Marquee, and the Keppel
! ! ! Courtesy ! ! ! Kable regularly for up-to-date information.
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
1 2 3 Banking Day 4 5
National Teachers’ Orchestra Afternoon FLAG Advisory Mtg.
Appreciation Day Assemblies at Toll 8:15 am
Staff Appreciation Week May 1-4 Orchestra Evening Cafeteria
Performance
Keppel Magnet 3rd Trimester Progress FLAG Korean K/1
Adv./ School Site
Council 2:45 pm Reports go Home Children’s Day Program Cinco de Mayo!
Domino’s Pizza Night ! at Toll
District Board Meeting 1-2 pm
6 7 8 9 10 Banking Day 11 12
STAR PTA Executive Board
TESTING BEGINS Meeting- 8:30 am
Staff Appreciation
Luncheon 1:45
GRADES 2-5, NO HOMEWORK ON CST TESTING DAYS
DAYS
13 14 15 16 17 Banking Day 18 19
Keppel Kable Deadline
STAR TESTING CONTINUES &
Grades 3-4 Korean NOELLA TESTING BEGINS PTA Mother/Son
Dinner
District Board Meeting
6:30-8:30 pm Hoover Prom
20 21 22 23 24 Banking Day 25 26
Grades 3-4 Korean NOELLA TESTING CONTINUES
Keppel/Hoover Toll Open House
MKS Meeting-7:30 pm Choral Concert 7:00 pm Free Dress Day
Library
6:00 pm
27 28 29 30 31 Banking Day
STUDENT HOLIDAY Minimum Day
Kinder Dismissal, 12:10
Memorial Day
1-3 Dismissal, 12:15 Painless Donation #8:
4-5 Dismissal, 12:25 • Staff Appreciation Week – May 1-4! “There is more hunger for love
OPEN HOUSE! and appreciation in this world than bread.” Mother Theresa Thank you
6:30-7:30 pm for your support of our amazing Keppel staff!
PTA Meeting 6:00 pm
3rd level parking
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June 2012
Please note that school event dates are
subject to change. Please check your Thursday
folders, the school Marquee, and the Keppel
Kable regularly for up-to-date information.
! ! ! Self-Discipline ! ! !
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
1 2
MKS Rockin’ for the
Arts! 5:30 pm
3 4 5 6 7 Banking Day 8 9
Keppel Magnet
SPIRIT DAY!!! Keppel Art
1pm All- School
Adv./ Assembly
School Site Council FLAG Korean Day
(SSC) 2:45 pm 3rd, 4th Grades
2nd,
End-of-the-Year 8:30-11:30 Art
Program Toll 12-1 pm Classes
PTA Executive Board 1:00 Student
Evening Show at
In and Out Meeting Domino’s Pizza Night Performances
7pm
Hoover Auditorium
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL Student Free Day,
PTA Keppel 5th Grade Play Day Cougar Pride Teachers On Duty
Yearbook Assembly-8:30 Record Keeping
Distribution Day! 4th Grade Pioneer Minimum Day
Day Kinder Dismissal, 12:10
1-3 Dismissal, 12:15
6:00-7:00 pm 4-5 Dismissal, 12:25
Hoover Auditorium Report Cards Sent Home
Have a Nice
Hoover Baccalaureate
St. Marks Summer!
Toll Graduation
District Board Meeting Hoover Graduation
17 18 19 20 21 22 23
MKS Meeting-7:30 pm
24 25 26 27 28 29 30
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL AUGUST 20, 2012
ALL CLASS ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE POSTED IN THE COURTYARD ON THE FIRST DAY!!
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SUPPLY LISTS – 2011-2012
What follows is a list of recommended supplies. California law provides that school districts furnish necessary supplies. As with all
recommended/optional supplies, there is no grade component connected to these items. Providing these items is voluntary.
FOURTH GRADE
KINDERGARTEN 1 small pencil box
1 box of large Crayola markers
1 box of standard size Crayola crayons
White WIDE-RULED 3-ring notebook paper REQUESTED ITEMS FOR
(put a supply in binder and keep extra at home)
1 package of “Magic Rub” erasers 2 boxes #2 pencils (Ticonderoga) DONATION TO THE
1 box of Crayola colored pencils
1 pkg. Play-doh
NO MECHANICAL PENCILS! CLASSROOM ARE:
1 pkg. glue sticks 1 box of colored pencils – 12 or 24 pack – sharpened ! Boxes of Kleenex
1 pencil sharpener with holder for shavings ! Glue sticks/ TACKY White Glue Bottles
FIRST GRADE 1 Fiskar’s brand pointed scissors (student size) ! Boxes of Crayons
2 packages of # 2 pencils (Ticonderoga) 1 box of Crayola crayons-16 or 24 count *** ! Boxes of #2 Pencils (Ticonderoga)
2 erasers 2 “Magic Rub” erasers ! Band-Aids
1 pair 5” Fiskar scissors 2 highlighters for note taking – different colors ! Red pencils and red pens
5 glue sticks 3 glue sticks *** ! Water based markers
1 box of Crayola crayons (24 count) 3 dry erase markers (low odor) and 1 dry erase ! Scotch tape
1 pencil box 5” x 8” (plastic to hold supplies) eraser *** ! Xerox Paper reams/cases
1 TACKY white glue (one bottle) 1 12-inch ruler with centimeters ! Wide-ruled notebook paper – 3 hole punched
2 Pocket Homework Folders 1 good quality compass ! Post-its (all sizes and colors)
! Highlighter pens – all colors
SECOND GRADE FIFTH GRADE ! Dry Erase Markers-Low Odor
2 packages of # 2 pencils (Ticonderoga) 1 box #2 pencils (Ticonderoga) *** ! Baby Wipes
2 erasers 1 box of colored pencils @ 24 count *** ! Colored Pencils
1 box Colored Pencils 1 pair of Fiskar scissors- student size *** ! ZipLock bags-Snack, Sandwich, Quart, and
1 pair 5” Fiskar scissors 1 package of colored markers *** Gallon Size
st
1 box of Crayola crayons (16 count) 1 12 inch ruler with centimeter – no holes ! White Paper bags-Lunch size (1 grade only)
1 pencil box 5” x 8” (plastic to hold supplies) 2 “Magic Rub” erasers ***
Pencil Sharpener 1 pencil sharpener with holder for shavings ***
5 Glue Sticks 5 composition notebooks for note taking
1 box colored markers 1 glue stick
1 package medium point ball point pens-blue or black PLEASE DO NOT BRING...
THIRD GRADE 1 package highlighters for note taking–different ! Trapper Keepers
Zippered pencil pouch colors *** ! Mechanical Pencils
1-2 Dry Erase Markers (Thick and Thin) Low odor and 1 long pencil box *** ! Extra Money
1 dry erase eraser Post-Its – different colors ! Any items that can be used as weapons
1 Spiral Notebook with pockets 1 Folder ! Toys of any kind
1 box of #2 pencils (Ticonderoga) 1 Scotch tape package ! Food other than a nutritious snack and/or lunch
2-3 glue sticks 1 good compass ! Candy
2 red pens 1 mini stapler with staples ! Chewing Gum
Crayola Twistable Colored pencils (18) 1 protractor ! Trading Cards
1 16-count pkg. Crayola crayons 1 paperback dictionary *** ! Valuable or precious personal belongings
Post-it Notes (2 x 2, 4 x 4, and 4 x 6 sizes) 1 Flash Drive ! MP3s, iPods
Twist Up Crayons NO BINDERS ! White-Out
*** UPPER SDC also
LOST AND FOUND ARTICLES... We appreciate any donations!
! Will be collected from the playground and placed on
the coat rack outside our school library. Please check Donations are not connected to student’s OFFICE, LIBRARY AND COMPUTER
it often! grades! LAB ALWAYS NEED...
! Please write your child’s name with a permanent
marker on inside tags.
Thank you for your support!! ! Reams of Xerox paper
! Boxes of Kleenex
! It is the parent’s responsibility to sort through the
clothing and find the articles that belong to their
REMEMBER TO LABEL YOUR
children. CHILD’S PERSONAL BELONGINGS.
! Every 3 months, the unclaimed lost and found articles
will be donated to a non-profit organization. Mark Keppel Elementary School Parent Handbook-19
SPECIAL EVENTS AND DATES Red Ribbon Week
This year’s Red Ribbon Week is October 24 through October 28. Red Ribbon
First Day of School-Monday, August 29th, 2011 Week is an annual event at schools throughout the United States. Coordinated by
On the first day of school, class lists (1st-5th) are posted in the courtyard indicating the PTA, Red Ribbon activities are intended to present a positive and visible
the class assignments. Students line up on the playground or inside the main commitment toward a safe and drug-free America.
building beside the bright orange sign for their classroom. In addition, PTA
parents will be on campus to welcome families and give them the opportunity to Arts Showcase
meet the PTA Executive Board. Parents may escort their children to class for At our annual Arts Showcase, students will showcase what they have learned
the first week of school only. After the first week, parents in grades 1-5 must throughout the year participating in Keppel’s wonderful arts programs. There will
remain outside the Virginia gate at drop-off and pick-up times. be performances in Dance, Theatre, Music, and Visual Arts. This year’s showcase
is Friday, April 20th, 2012 from 5:00-8:00 pm.
Back-To-School-Night (Parents Only)
September 7th -Parents have the opportunity to meet their child’s teacher and to Read Across America Week
learn about the classroom program for the coming year. Presentations are: There are many special reading activities during this week. Our PTA Book Fair is
Grades K-3 from 6:00-7:00 pm; Grades 4-5 from 7:00-8:00 pm, and the week of Feb. 27- Mar. 2, 2012 in the school library. This is a great opportunity
5thGrade Parent Meeting 8 pm in the cafeteria. to purchase quality children’s literature. MKS sponsors an annual read-a-thon on
Thursday, March 1st. This raises money for your child’s classroom. Family
Reading Night is Friday, March 2nd and celebrates great literature.
Picture Day
All students and staff have individual and class pictures taken by a photography
company in the fall. Pictures can be purchased in various packages. Order forms Block pARTy and MKS Silent Auction
will be in Thursday folders. Picture day is Wednesday, October 12 . Make-
th Families can come and celebrate the arts in a Keppel/Toll/Hoover event with food,
th
up picture day is Wednesday, November 16 . Individual Spring photo day is games, and fun. Also bid on fabulous items donated by local businesses, teachers,
Wednesday, April 25th. Students are not required to wear uniform colors on and Keppel classrooms. Funds raised support programs and activities for Keppel
picture days; these are free dress days. students. This event is on Saturday, March 31st from 11am to 4pm.
Open House
Reflections
This is a special evening for students to accompany their families on a visit to the
Reflections is an arts contest sponsored each year by the National PTA. Mark classrooms. It gives the children an opportunity to explain what they have learned
Keppel students in grades K-5 are challenged to create a work of art that supports and to display examples of their schoolwork. Everyone is invited to attend on
the 2011-2012 Reflections program. Students may submit one or more entries in Wednesday, May 30, 2012, from 6:30-7:30 pm.
any of six art areas: literature, musical composition, dance/choreography,
photography, film/video production and/or visual arts. This year’s theme is
“Diversity Is...” The Reflections contest is during the month of October. For
Rockin’ for the Arts – ROCK ON!
more information, contact Cathy Gilbert, PTA Reflections Chair. Our 4th Annual Rockin’ for the Arts concert will be Friday, June 1st, 2012. This
MKS fundraiser for our Keppel Arts programs is produced with Burbank Music
Academy. Any Keppel student may participate and receive complimentary band
Keppel Harvest Festival coaching in order to perform on stage the night of the show. Time: 5-8pm.
MKS plans a wonderful celebration each year for the students, parents, and
community members. This annual school carnival is a fun event for all and a Spirit Day
fundraiser for special Keppel programs. Admission is free. Tickets for food and This is our annual culminating event for our Drill Team and dance/theatre
game booths and activities can be purchased at the event or during presale at a programs. Classroom dance performances highlight what students have learned all
reduced price. Check your Thursday folder for details. Please join us on Friday, year. This year’s Spirit Day is Friday, June 8th, 2012. There is a 1:00 pm.
October 21st from 3:00 to 6:00 pm for a wonderful evening of food and fun. assembly for the entire student body and a 7:00 evening performance for families
and friends in the Hoover auditorium. Tickets are $5 at the door.
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RECURRING EVENTS
• For safety reasons, students who repeatedly have difficulty adhering to school and
classroom rules may be ineligible for field trips, special assemblies, or other special
Field Trips activities and alternate assignments will be given.
Each classroom participates in a variety of field trips each year that supports the • Saturday School requires students to attend a morning session at a local elementary
school for two hours. This consequence is in lieu of suspension and available to 4th -5th
curriculum for their grade level. Parent, MKS and PTA donations, and school
graders only.
funds support these field trips. An admission donation may be requested for • A pupil shall not be detained in school for disciplinary or other reasons for more than
certain field trips. Parent signature on a school field trip permission form is one hour after the close of the maximum school day (C.A.C. Title 5, Section 353).
required for all field trips. Detentions of 10 minutes or more will occur with parent communication.
Staff Development Days After School Supervision
In accordance with state guidelines, each school is allowed time for staff We have NO after school playground supervision. Your child must go directly
home at the conclusion of the school day. If you are unable to pick up your
development purposes. These workshops are scheduled for August 25 and 26,
children on time, please advise them (in detail) of alternate ways to deal with this
October 31, and April 16. There is no school for students on these days. sometimes frightening reality. Tell them to go to the Office for help. If you have
an emergency, please notify the Office so we can be on the lookout for your child.
Bagels & Beethoven with Dr. Mason Unfortunately, if you call the Office after the dismissal time of your child, we do
To support ongoing communication between our school and family, Keppel not have the means to get a message to a child who might be waiting for you
principal, Dr. Mary Mason, will host morning coffees at 8:30 am in the school outside. Prepare your student for such an event. AFTER 3:00 PM STUDENTS
cafeteria for parents and family members. At these informal meetings, Dr. Mason MAY USE THE OFFICE PHONE TO CALL HOME. S/HE WILL BE
will provide critical school information on report cards, how to help your child REQUIRED TO WAIT IN THE SCHOOL OFFICE. After school supervision
with reading at home, CST testing, etc., as well as answer questions. is available for a fee. Parents in need of after school childcare can contact the
EEELP office at 818-241-7562.
Keppel Art Days
At the conclusion of each trimester, all Keppel students will spend one morning Sexual Harassment
participating in elective art classes of their choice taught by professional artists, The Board of Education prohibits sexual harassment of any student by any
teachers, parents, or business partners. In the afternoon, two grade levels will employee, student, or other person. Any student who engages in the sexual
perform in assemblies for the whole school during the day. harassment may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including
suspension/expulsion. Students and staff are required immediately to report
SAFETY AND SECURITY incidents or complaints of sexual harassment to the principal or appropriate
designee.
Campus Security and Safety Policy
In order to provide a safe instructional environment, Mark Keppel School has a
closed campus policy. This means that every person not enrolled in our school or
Emergency Preparedness
not an employee of GUSD MUST check in and sign in and register in the Front
The goal of the Mark Keppel Emergency Preparedness Plan is the protection of
Office before going to any part of the school grounds for any reason. Parents,
students and employees should a major emergency situation occur in the area. The
volunteers, and other visitors, once registered, will be given a badge to wear that
plan identifies members of the school’s emergency teams and outlines
should be visible to everyone. Anyone without a badge will be directed
responsibilities. The Safety Plan is updated and revised annually. If you wish to
immediately to the Office.
serve on our school’s Safety Committee, please let administration know. In
White Slips accordance with Glendale Unified School District’s policy for the release of
students during an emergency, parents can expect the following procedures to
“White Slips” and “Office Referrals” are issued to students for various infractions.
occur at Mark Keppel School. (See safety procedures on the next page.)
White slips are warnings or communications to the teacher and parent regarding
the child’s behavior. The teacher may choose to issue detention or another
consequence. An excessive amount of white slips in one week/month may result
in an office referral to school site administration. Cumulative consequences for
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Basic Action Following An Emergency Situation These bags will be returned to you at the end of the school year. Please
complete and return these emergency comfort kits to your child’s teacher no
When it is safe, teachers and students will evacuate the building and go directly to later than the first week in October.
their classroom line-up area on the 3rd level playground. Teachers will take roll
call and report the names of the missing or injured to the school emergency center. School Safety
School emergency teams will report to their stations. District employees will
We are deeply committed to maintaining a school that is safe and secure for
remain with and supervise students until they are picked up.
your children. Considerable time, expertise, and funds have gone into
Emergency Evacuation strengthening safety and security measures on this campus and throughout the
school district.
In case of an emergency evacuation of Mark Keppel School, Glendale Police
Keeping our school safe is everyone’s responsibility. You are also an
and/or Fire Department asked us to choose two to three areas where we would
important part of our safety and security plan. You can help by:
walk with the students, teachers, and staff. Depending on the nature of the
emergency, we may be directed to evacuate to a place as close as Hoover High • Emphasizing the importance of following school rules. A pupil may be suspended and
School or as far away as Jefferson Elementary School or Brand Park. Parents will expelled from school if they possess, sell, or otherwise furnish any firearm, knife, explosive, laser
be notified of the appropriate evacuation site by emergency phone call and release pointer, or other dangerous object. Please remind your child not to bring toys or replicas that
procedures at the site would be the same as the Student Release Procedures during look like real guns or knives, or anything else that looks like, or could be mistaken for or used as
an emergency situation. a weapon. Possession of such objects is grounds for expulsion from school.
• Working to solve problems with your children if they are having difficulties in school.
Student Release Procedures Teachers and other school professionals are available to assist you if needed. Criminal activity in
1. Students will remain at their classroom line-up area on playground. the Glendale Schools is very low. Sometimes isolated instances involving possession of weapons
2. The parent or designated adult picking up student(s) must report to the lower Virginia or replicas happen in or near some of our schools. We do not tolerate these actions. Students
Ave. gate on 3rd level where designated school personnel will oversee the student who violate the law or District policies are subject to swift and decisive disciplinary action
release process. Parents will be allowed to enter campus a group at a time. The staff including expulsion from school by the Board of Education.
member in charge will release a student to the parent or designee whose name appears
on the blue emergency ID tag. The parent/designee must sign the back of the No one can guarantee absolute safety for your children in school, or in the
emergency ID tag and note the time the student is released to their custody and their community. But we want to reassure you once again that maintaining a safe
destination. At the student release gate staff will verify that all check-out procedures campus is of utmost importance to everyone serving at this school.
have been followed.
Please make sure your child’s emergency card is current at all times. It is the
District’s policy to release students only to those adults listed on the
emergency card. Notify the school office immediately if there is a change in
the home address or phone number. Please make sure...
Emergency Comfort Kits that your child’s emergency card is kept
It is expected that each child has his/her own Emergency Comfort Kit brought current at all times. Notify the school
from home.
office IMMEDIATELY if there is a
What to include: change of address or phone number.
Please use a 1-gallon heavy-duty Zip-lock bag with your child’s name and teacher
written on the outside.
• Non-perishable granola bar • Emergency Mylar blanket
• 2 pouches of emergency water (5-year shelf life) • Small package of tissue
• Small package of handi-wipes • A personal note from you
• A family picture
• Travel size sunscreen
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SCHOOL POLICIES Early Release of Students
Absence from School Students who need to leave school during the regular school day must be signed
School attendance is an essential part of a student’s educational record. Good out and picked up in the school office. Students may only be released to the adults
attendance and punctuality are skills that your child will need throughout whose names are listed on the Emergency Student Information Card. The office
his/her lifetime in order to be successful in school and career. Regular & will call the classroom for the student once this has been verified.
punctual attendance by all students is necessary for the proper functioning of
the entire school. It is the responsibility of each student to make up class work
Keppel Cruisers
missed during an excused absence. The principal or the principal’s designee We provide a walking fitness program at Keppel. Students may arrive at school at
reserves the right to determine if the absence is “excused” or “unexcused” in 7:30 a.m. Monday through Friday and walk or jog on the track on the 3rd level
accordance with the policies of the school board. Work missed because of playground. No playground equipment is allowed at this time. Students must walk
unexcused absence cannot be made up or assigned (E.C. 48200) (C.A.C. Titles 5, or run in order to participate in this program. Music is played during this period.
300). Every time a child is absent from school, we must have a note or phone call Classes that record the most mileage during a month earn an extra recess.
from the parent stating the dates and exact illness (or reason for absence).
Absences for reasons other than illness are discouraged. Children should Traffic & Parking
understand that because of the State Law, the school day begins promptly at the We want all parents to please keep in mind the safety of the students as you drop
established hour. THERE SHOULD BE NO UNNECESSARY TARDINESS OR them off and pick them up. Students must use crosswalks and not cross in the
ABSENCE. A strict tardy policy is enforced according to district policy. middle of the street. Please use caution when driving in the vicinity of our school,
Absences and tardies are documented on your child’s report card. This is a legal avoid double-parking, and observe parking restrictions.
document that remains in your child’s cumulative record. Parents may be referred
to the district Student Attendance and Review Board (SARB) for chronic In order to ensure the safety of all our students, a
absences. We will send students who show signs of illness home. If a child should procedure for drop-off and pick-up of students is in
come to school with a cast and/or crutches, we must have a written statement of effect. The curb lane on Virginia Ave., indicated by
release from the doctor. the bright orange/green traffic cones, is used for drop-
off and pick-up of students.
Tardiness 1. Virginia Ave. is a NO WAITING/NO PARKING ZONE between the hours
Consistent, on-time attendance is a priority at Mark Keppel of 7:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m., and 2:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Visual and Performing Arts Magnet. Students who arrive late 2. During morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up, parents drive next to the
must sign in at the school office before entering the classroom. curb between the cones and let their children off quickly, then reenter the
All tardies are recorded on the attendance register. If tardies traffic flow. Students in Grades 1-5 will then enter through the Virginia
become a serious disruption, the school will contact parents for gate.
additional intervention. School administration recognizes students with perfect 3. There will be adults who will supervise students getting out of the
attendance! Students with perfect attendance have zero absences and zero vehicles and entering the school, therefore, please do not hold up the lane
tardies during a given trimester. by waiting for your child to walk all the way into the school.
Arrival Time/Dismissal Time After school, students may wait for their ride by the Virginia Ave. gate. If there
Consistent, on-time attendance is a priority. No child is permitted on are too many cars waiting and your child is not present, you may be asked to
the school grounds without supervision. Supervision begins at 7:30 drive around the block. There is no parent parking on campus or up the
a.m. Children are not allowed on campus before this time. At driveway between Toll and Keppel.
dismissal time, please expect to meet your child on Virginia Ave. if you In the front of school on Glenwood Road, parking and/or stopping is not
are driving or in front of the school if you are walking. There is no after school allowed for any reason. This is a red zone indicated by a red painted curb.
supervision (unless your child is enrolled in an after school program). Unattended Violators risk being cited by the Glendale Police Department.
students will be required to wait in the office until a parent comes. We need your
cooperation in this matter. No student will be permitted to leave school without Traffic Patrol Parent volunteers are needed to assist with the drive through lane.
written permission from home and/or permission from the Principal. We want For more information, contact the school office.
your child to be safe!! Mark Keppel Elementary School Parent Handbook-23
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Banking of Instructional Minutes - “Banking Day” If a conference is needed with a teacher, an appointment must be made. The
Office will be glad to take a message for your child’s teacher to return your call to
Additional instructional minutes are “banked” to create staff development
set up an appointment. The Office cannot make appointments for the teachers.
opportunities on Thursday afternoons each week. Students leave school early
“Drop-in” meetings are not allowed. Please do not come before or after school
on these days. Instructional minutes remain the same according to State mandates.
to meet with your child’s teacher without making an appointment first.
During this hour, the staff is involved in planning grade level curriculum and
Parents must check in at the office first and get a visitors’ pass.
receiving staff development to improve instruction.
Uniform Policy
Bicycles/Skateboards/Scooters/Rollerblades
Keppel has a mandatory uniform policy. Students must be in uniform Monday
With parent permission, students may ride bicycles to school at
through Friday. Please come to the office if you need assistance in obtaining
their own risk. State law mandates that bike riders wear a
school uniforms.
bicycle helmet. We encourage parents to familiarize students
with bicycle safety rules/laws and to plan with them the safest White, navy, khaki, light blue, are Keppel uniform colors in any combination.
route to and from school to avoid potential hazards. Each bike must be secured
The state of California allows for parents to opt not to conform to mandatory
with a lock to the rack located inside the Virginia Gate or near the cafeteria.
school dress by making an appointment with one of the 2 school administrators to
Students are to walk their bikes on school grounds at all times. Children may not
discuss the nature of the objection and to sign a waiver. Waivers are valid for
bring roller skates, skateboards, scooters or roller blades inside school, or ride
one school year only. It is important to note that a signed waiver does not exempt
them on campus at any time.
a student from district dress code policy. Students without waivers are expected to
Birthday and Classroom Parties wear the Keppel uniform daily.
It is Mark Keppel’s policy to honor birthdays in the following manner: Birthdays On Free Dress days, students may express themselves within the accepted
are a time for sharing and celebration. We suggest that parents donate their child’s standards:
favorite book to the school. It will become a part of the child’s classroom or the
school library, whichever you decide. We feel that this furthers the child’s love Dress Code
for learning, allows your child to experience the act of giving and sharing, and
ACCEPTED STANDARDS OF DRESS:
avoids any allergic reactions or ill effects from ingesting high levels of sugar. If
treats are sent to the class they are handed out at dismissal. Prior arrangements It is appropriate to wear clothing that fits; NO oversized shirts, tops, pants, or
must be made with the teacher. It is preferred that treats be provided in individual jackets.
portions sizes for easy distribution. Invitations to birthday or other outside school
1. Pants/shorts must fit at the student’s waist. Pants may not be wider than 9
parties are not to be handed out at school unless all children in the class are inches at the knee. Pants may not be unhemmed, slit-legged or frayed
invited. trimmed.
According to Glendale Unified School District Board Policy, each classroom may 2. For grades 4 and 5, shorts, skirts, and dresses must be hemmed and no
shorter than mid-thigh.
have up to 2 classroom parties during the school day per year. The time and the
3. No midriff length tops allowed. Blouses must not reveal bare midriff when
reason for the celebration is selected by each individual classroom. Please contact arms are raised above the head. No spaghetti straps. Straps must be at least
your child’s teacher if you have any questions. one inch wide in 4th and 5th grade. Low necklines, backless tops, or see-
through clothing are not allowed.
Classroom Interruptions 4. NO logos with sexual, crude, profane, violent, drug, alcohol or tobacco
In fairness to the children and to support the instructional program, classroom references are allowed. Sports logos are not allowed.
interruptions will be kept at a minimum. Please be sure your child has everything 5. No open-toed/ backless or platform shoes. No in-skate shoes are allowed.
he/she needs before leaving home in the morning. Unless there is an emergency, All shoes worn on the playground must include ties or straps that are tied
the office will NOT relay a message to your child. Please plan ahead and let securely or buckled. All shoes must cover the foot. Flip-flops and other
heel-less sandals are not allowed. Shoes should cover the toes and heel,
your child know where he/she is to go after school. Take time now with your child
preferably with rubber soles for safety.
to go over alternate plans that you have made in case you do not show up on time. 6. Make-up is not allowed at any time unless necessary for a school activity or
Also, if you have made plans for your child to go home with another adult, please performance with permission from the Office.
discuss these details with your child.
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7. Jewelry and pierced earrings are allowed. Studs are more appropriate as • Homework assignments will reinforce lessons, concepts taught in class. It
loops and hanging earrings can create problems. During PE or other physical should not be used to teach new concepts.
activities your child may be asked to remove any jewelry, hair decorations, • Provide clear instructions on how to complete the homework
or other articles for safety reasons. assignments.
In addition, make-up, jewelry, clothing, or extreme hairstyles/hair dye that are • Provide organizational tools for students to help them learn independent
disruptive to the learning environment or might pose a safety hazard are not to be study habits.
worn. • Check homework assignments daily and provide meaningful feedback to
students.
Consequences may be but are not limited to: • Teachers will provide ample time in class to complete class assignments.
1. Parent may be called to bring student a change of clothing. • Teachers will not give white slips as punishment for incomplete
2. Student may be sent home to change/offered alternate apparel homework, but will provide time during the day to make up assignments.
3. Disciplined for continued defiance • Homework should be work that a teacher feels students can accomplish
on his or her own.
To create a favorable climate for learning, all students are expected to be clean, Parent/ Guardian Responsibilities:
neat in appearance, and dressed in presentable clothing. Clothing or general
appearance should not create a distraction in the classroom or negatively affect the • Make learning and school a priority.
instructional program. • Provide a quiet study area for student.
• Provide a specific homework folder to help child organize assignments.
Homework (A Keppel homework planner is provided free of charge to • Provide encouragement, support, and take an active interest in being
aware of child’s assignments.
all students in Grades 3-5)
• Ensure child gets an adequate amount of sleep and eats breakfast.
Purpose:
Student responsibilities:
• Review material taught in class • Promote responsibility
• Consistently turn in homework on time.
• Develop study skills • Provide additional time to complete class work • Record assignments and understand directions given for the assignment
Types of Homework: before leaving school for the day.
• Organize and take home necessary materials to complete homework
• Nightly Reading
assignments.
• Review material (worksheets, practice workbook, etc.)
• Studying & re-reading for tests • Complete homework with neatness and quality.
• Projects and research (upper grades)
• Class assignments not completed in class Missed Homework/Missed Class
• During extended vacations and weekends, homework may only be assigned on
optional basis and will not count against student’s grade.
Work/Independent Study
When a child must be taken out of school for unavoidable personal reasons, parents may
Homework Time:
ask for schoolwork for their child. We have developed an Independent Study Program
• K-2: 10 to 30 minutes daily which is a voluntary program enabling students, who will be out of school for a period of at
• Gr 3-5: 30 to 60 minutes daily least 5 days, to keep up with class work. In order to participate in an Independent Study
It is recommended that students read for pleasure every night. Recommended Program the parent/guardian must give the school a minimum of two weeks advance
notice. Approval of a parent request for an Independent Study Program is based on
reading time:
evidence that the student can work independently and an indication that the student will
• K-2: 10-20 minutes complete assigned work. The school is required to maintain records for each student
• Gr 3-5: 20-30 minutes participating in this program including copies of all completed and evaluated student work.
The student, parent, teacher and principal must sign an agreement. Resource Specialist
Program (RSP) students may not participate in the Independent Study Program unless
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
his/her Individualized Education Program (IEP) specifically provides for participation.
Teacher Responsibilities:
• Communicate homework policy to parents and students at beginning of
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Report Cards with your child asking the teacher to call you. Please leave both home and work
phone numbers and a time that may be convenient for the teacher to reach you.
Report Cards are given three times per year. The report card is based on progress
Students will not be called from class to talk to a parent on the telephone unless it
toward the grade level standards. Progress reports are sent home six to seven
is an extreme emergency and then only at the discretion of an administrator.
weeks before the end of the grading period to notify parents if their child is not
(Classes will not be interrupted during instruction for phone messages.) If you
meeting grade level standards and may receive an unsatisfactory grade unless
need to leave a message for your child, please try to do so before lunchtime. Be
improvement is shown. A parent-teacher conference may be held any time to
aware that phone messages left after 12:30 p.m. may not be delivered before the
discuss a student’s progress.
end of the school day.
Parent Conferences
Textbooks
A parent may schedule a conference with the teacher at any time by calling the
Textbooks are provided for all students. It is the responsibility of the student to
school and leaving a message for the teacher. Kindergarten teachers hold
see that all books are treated with care. Textbooks that are lost or damaged must
conferences with each parent at the end of the first trimester.
be replaced at the student’s expense.
Personal Belongings Visitors
Toys, play equipment, money (other than lunch money), sports cards, Pokemon
All visitors and volunteers are required to check in at the school office when
cards, Game Boys, and other personal items are not to be brought to school. The
arriving on campus during instructional hours, 8:05 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. A visitor’s
school does not assume responsibility for damage to or loss of such possessions.
pass must be clearly displayed and worn at all times while on campus. Parents/
guests may make an appointment with the teacher and the principal to visit a
Rainy Day Procedure classroom for up to 20 minutes. Generally, a staff person accompanies
On rainy day mornings, students gather under the lunch shelter and are supervised visitors while making an observation/visitation.
by a school supervisor beginning at 7:30 a.m. During lunch, administrators and
noon aides continuously supervise students. Throughout the rest of the day,
students are given classroom-based recess breaks as usual and opportunities to use Volunteers
the restrooms. All parents are welcome to become volunteers at Keppel. There are a variety of
ways in which parents can assist the school. Volunteers are asked to check in at
the office when arriving on campus. They will be given a visitor’s pass that is to
Social Promotion/Retention
be clearly displayed while on campus. A current Tuberculosis test result must be
The State of California now mandates that students be retained if they are
on file at the school before a volunteer may begin working with students. The
performing at Below Basic level and are not making significant progress. The
following are ways that parents can help at Keppel:
Glendale Unified School District is currently targeting students who are not
• Copy Center: Parents are needed Monday-Friday to help with photocopying and
meeting grade level standards in reading in grades 2, 3, 4 and 5, and in math in
laminating.
grades 4 and 5.
• Parents may volunteer in classrooms by reading with students, tutoring students
in math, preparing materials for teachers in advance, or helping in Computer Lab.
Telephones • Helping in the library.
We discourage students from using the telephone during the school day except in • Various School and District Committees: Parent representatives are elected to be
the case of emergencies and with the teacher’s permission. Forgotten homework, members of various standing committees that meet monthly, trimesterly, or a few
musical instruments, lunches or lunch money do not constitute emergencies. Cell times a year depending on the committee.
phones are allowed on campus, however must be turned off and must remain in • Parents are always needed for Keppel Traffic Patrol (assist in the traffic lane in
the students’ backpacks at all times. Visible cell phones will be confiscated the morning from 7:45-8:10), Keppel Cruisers (assist with morning fitness
and returned to parents only. Repeated confiscations of cell phones may result program supervision. 7:25-8:05), Playground Partners (assist with lunch recess
in disciplinary consequences and/or return of the cell phone at the end of the year. from 11:30-12:30).
• Mark Keppel Elementary encourages volunteers to be an active part in the school. Volunteers
Telephone Messages help in classrooms, the library, computer lab and work directly with children. Please contact
Kelarik Samkian, Administrative Secretary, at the school office (818-244-2113) for more
Teachers have access to a telephone before and after school only. If you need to information. Mark Keppel Elementary School Parent Handbook-26
speak with your child’s teacher, please call and leave a message or send a note
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School Site Council (SSC) Recreational Afterschool Program (RAP)
The Keppel School Site Council is composed of ten or more voting members: the RAP provides supervised activities such as arts, crafts, table games, video movies,
principal, five parents elected by parents, and five school staff members elected by physical activities, organized games, homework assistance and includes an anti-
school staff. The School Site Council meets almost every other month. Its substance abuse and building self-esteem program. Nutritional snacks are
purpose is to help develop, recommend and implement the school plan and provided. RAP is available after school until 5:30 p.m., Monday-Friday when
monitor the school categorical budgets. All meetings of the School Site Council school is in session. Fees need to be discussed at the EEELP office.
are open, and interested parents are encouraged to attend. Meeting dates and
times are posted in front of school 72 hours before the meeting takes place English Language Development Programs
and are printed in the handbook calendar on previous pages. Other related An ELD (English Language Development) program is offered to students with
parent groups are the Mark Keppel Dual Immersion Committee, English Learner limited English proficiency. Teachers use a variety of instructional strategies to
Advisory Council, District English Learner Advisory Council, and District Gifted ensure that students learn English as quickly as possible while continuing to
and Talented Education (GATE) Advisory Committee. For more information acquire information in content areas. Students are integrated with fluent English
contact: Naehi Wong, Teacher Specialist, at 818-244-2113. students within their classroom throughout the day while being given instructional
opportunities to meet their individual needs. If you have any questions about the
SPECIAL PROGRAMS & SERVICES ELD Program, please contact Naehi Wong at 818-244-2113.
Chorus
Chorus for students in grades 3-5 is directed and supervised by our G.A.T.E. (Gifted and Talented Education)
choral director. Practices are held once a week. G.A.T.E. is an enrichment program offered to students in grades 4-5 who have
scored in the high end of the advanced proficient range on the California Standards
Technology/Computer Lab Test (CST) and on the OLSAT. The Keppel G.A.T.E. program includes
Every classroom is equipped with at least one computer that has Internet access differentiated instruction within the regular classroom, as well as after school
and may be used for whole group instruction in the classroom. Classrooms with enrichment instruction opportunities.
more than one computer also use them for individual learning reinforcement. A
computer lab, consisting of 40 iMacs, is available for use by classrooms. Instrumental Music
Technology instruction is integrated with the math, history/social science, science, An optional instrumental music program is available for students in grades 4-5.
and language arts curricula. Mark Keppel has TV/DVD units installed in every The teacher instructs students on Thursdays during the regular school day. The
classroom. There is cable and Internet access throughout the school. An LCD District and our school foundation (MKS) have a limited number of instruments
player is available for Power Point presentations and projects. SMARTBOARDS that may be rented; students may also rent from local music stores. There is a year-
are in many classrooms. end performance. A district honors orchestra for top orchestra students from
across our school district is selected by audition.
Conflict Resolution
The conflict resolution curriculum is taught by teachers in grades K-5 to enable Insurance
students to better handle everyday conflicts. An aspect of this program involves A low-cost optional student insurance policy is available for all students. Parents
the training and development of student conflict managers who work to solve are encouraged to study the application when it is sent home at the beginning of
conflicts on the playground. This is a program that entails special training and will the school year. The cost of this program is minimal. Accidents and injuries that
resume during the 2011-2012 school year. occur at school are the responsibility of the child’s parent/guardian.
Child Care Programs (EEELP, RAP) 818-241-7562 Library
Early Education Extended Learning Program (EEELP) Each class at Keppel School is given an opportunity to visit the school
library regularly. Grade 1-5 students may check out one book,
There are opportunities for individual and group experiences such as organized provided they have returned the book from the previous week. Lost
lessons, supervised homework, outdoor active play, indoor educational games and or damaged library books must be replaced at the student’s expense.
activities, cooking, special trips and events. Nutritional snacks are provided. This Parent volunteers are always needed to assist in the library. If you
program is available Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. throughout the year. would like to help in the library, please contact Suzy Gharibian at 818-244-2113.
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Lost And Found Fifth Grade Activities:
The lost and found area is located just outside the school library. Please mark Students must maintain good behavior to participate in the following activities. Fifth grade
children’s clothing and other articles with the name of the student so they teachers use the “Yellow Slip” Point System to establish and monitor standards for
may promptly be returned. Unclaimed items are donated to local charities every behavior.
3 months.
Colonial Day-April 27, 2012
Physical Education This is a special culminating event for 5th graders’ year-long study of early
A credentialed physical education teacher provides a sequential, American history. Students wear period costumes. Special crafts and outdoor
balanced program for 120 minutes per week for all students in grades games are planned. Lunch consisting of historically accurate food is provided.
4-5. In kindergarten through third grade, the classroom teacher is
Promotion Ceremony-June 12, 2012
responsible for the physical education program, averaging 20 minutes
per day, throughout the school year. A specific curriculum has been Fifth grade students promoting to sixth grade may participate in the promotion
developed, and all teachers have been trained in its implementation. ceremony on Tuesday, June 12, 2012 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. at Hoover.
Physical education equipment includes: hula hoops, cones, Frisbees, jump ropes,
Play Day-June 13, 2012
balls in various sizes, volleyball nets, tennis rackets, hockey sticks, pucks, and
softball equipment. As with all outdoor activities, physical education classes are Fifth grade students have the privilege to participate in Play Day. The students go
curtailed and moved indoors based upon inclement weather or unhealthy air alerts to a special park for a full day of sports, water activities, and a special picnic
from air quality control authorities. In K-3, our Physical Education teacher works lunch.
with students one hour each week, and primary teachers also teach P.E to their *A fifth grade committee plans and fundraises all year to provide funds and
individual classrooms weekly. support for these special 5th grade activities. If you are interested in joining this
committee, please contact the school office or your child’s fifth grade teacher.
School Psychologist
A school psychologist is assigned to Keppel three days per week (Mondays, Special Education
Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) to perform testing and evaluation of students referred Students identified as having special education needs may be served in a variety of
by the Student Success Team. ways. Placement is contingent upon the results of extensive testing, evaluation,
assessment, and observation by specially trained personnel, followed by an
Title I: Individualized Education Program (IEP) team meeting with the parents.
The federal government provides us with funds that allow us to provide additional
services to the parents and students at Mark Keppel. This money is intended to Resource Specialist Program
provide resources to students who need extra support to meet state standards. The Resource Specialist Program is designed for those students who have a
Decisions about how this money is to be used are made by school staff and the specific learning disability that may be affecting their achievement in one or more
School Site Council based on Federal Guidelines. This money may be used for academic areas and which may require special interventions for less than 50% of
funding intervention teachers, afterschool intervention programs, parent education, the school day.
a Teacher Specialist and clerk, and instructional and intervention supplies for the
classrooms. Special Day Class (SDC)
The Special Day Class is designed for those students whose learning disability
School Based Coordinated Programs (SBCP):
affects their overall academic achievement and requires special intervention for
The State of California, through the blending of G.A.T.E. and School
more than 50% of the school day. These children are regularly mainstreamed into
Improvement monies, provides funds for many of our extra services and programs.
the general education program with the assistance of special education personnel
This may include a Teacher Specialist, intervention teachers, technology and
as appropriate and as recommended by the IEP team.
software, books and instructional supplies and materials, and staff development,
among other necessary items to enhance instruction. Parents, teachers, The Speech and Language Program
administrators, support staff, and students participate in an on-going assessment
The Speech and Language Program is designed for those students who
evaluation, and improvement of instructional programs that serve all students. The
demonstrate a significant delay or disorder in one or more of the following areas:
School Site Council is the governing body. Please let school administration
articulation, language, voice, and fluency.
know if you would like to serve on School Site Council!
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Student Council Visual & Performing Arts Magnet
Mark Keppel is proud of its Student Council, which consists of one representative
from each classroom in 4th-5th grade. Student Council meetings are held monthly
and provide an opportunity for students to be responsible, promote school spirit
In October 2010, Mark Keppel was awarded a federal grant to transform
and work toward the improvement of the school. our school into a Visual and Performing Arts Magnet!
Substance Abuse Prevention Programs Along with a rigorous academic program, Keppel offers dance, theatre,
The Glendale Unified School District uses the Too Good For Drugs and the music, and visual art experiences to all students both as independent
Second Step Programs in K-5. These are designed to give strategies to cope in subjects and woven into core content.
situations like disagreements on the playground and to provide lessons on such
topics as responsibility, honesty, courage, and respect. Integration of the arts provides students with opportunities to excel and
thrive as creative, flexible thinkers ready to meet the demands of the 21st
Keppel Plan for Student Achievement 2011-12
century.
Keppel School Plan 2011-12 is a strategic plan aligned with the Glendale Unified
School District 2011-12 Plan. A planning team composed of teachers, staff,
parents, and principal reviews the school mission and develops a plan for each The goal of Mark Keppel Visual & Performing Arts Magnet is to engage
curricular area each year. School data is collected and analyzed to determine all students in Visual & Performing Arts (VAPA) standards-based
successes and areas of concern. Strategies are designed to address school instruction using research-based strategies, quality lesson design, and
improvement and growth in student achievement. The School Site Council (SSC) differentiated explicit instruction using multiple learning modalities and
is responsible for ensuring that this plan is developed and implemented. new media tools.
Korean Dual Immersion Programs For more information regarding Keppel’s Visual & Performing Arts
Mark Keppel continues its Korean Dual Immersion Program. Instruction is 50% in program as well as Keppel’s new enrollment procedures, please contact our
the Korean and 50% in English. The goals of the immersion program are for the
Site Magnet Specialist, Talisen Winder: 818-244-2113,
students to become:
twinder@gusd.net.
1. Bilingual
2. Biliterate, and
3. Bicultural
Why have fluency in more than one language?
1. Higher Student Academic Achievement
2. More Employment Opportunities in a Global Economy for
Students
3. Broader Cultural Understanding Among Students
Please contact our FLAG Korean Specialist, Naehi Wong, for additional
information: 818-244-2113, nwong@gusd.net.
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The Purposes of PTA:
The Mark Keppel Elementary School Parent
Teacher Association (PTA): • To promote the welfare of children and youth in home, school, community, and place of
worship.
The Mission of PTA:
• To raise the standards of home life.
• To support and speak on behalf of children and youth in schools, in the
community, and before governmental bodies and other organizations that
• To secure adequate laws for the care and protection of children and youth.
make decisions affecting children;
• To bring into closer relation the home and the school, that parents and teachers may cooperate
• To assist parents in developing the skills they need to raise and protect
intelligently in the education of children and youth.
their children;
• To develop between educators and the general public such united efforts as will secure for all
• To encourage parent and public involvement in the public schools of this
children and youth the highest advantages in physical, mental, social, and spiritual education.
nation.
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Mark Keppel has a wonderful, active PTA. PTA is a great organization that supports all of the children at Keppel by providing assemblies, fund-raisers, and
classroom/ school support. Even if you cannot attend the meetings, we hope that you will support this wonderful organization!
Please join the PTA! PTA Executive Board for 2011-2012
PTA Officers:
PTA Board Meetings: Second Tuesday of the month in school library at 6:30 p.m. President Kirsten Hersh
PTA Association Meetings: If held: Fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. in the Cafeteria. Executive Vice President Teri Fagiani
First Vice President- Programs
Second Vice President-Parent Involvement Alis Pruett
Third Vice President- Fundraising Raquel Greicius/ Dawn Trier (Asst.)
Fourth Vice President-Communications Alfred Hacopian
PTA Fifth Vice President-Safety
Recording Secretary
Susanna Garamanoukian
Libby Carroll-Meltzer
The PTA at Keppel is active in many ways. PTA Correspondence Secretary Lily Gonzalez
members volunteer in the library, classroom, and as Treasurer Mariet Feredooni
Art Liason Talisen Winder
room representatives and tutors. The PTA also sponsors
Auditor Heather Victor
assemblies, fund-raisers, and the book fair. The PTA Historian Anita Hacopian
finances shade, art classes, and donates funds for school Parliamentarian Maria Iezza
needs. For more information contact: Kirsten Hersh, Red Ribbon Chair Kim Fedrick
Reflection Chair Cathy Gilbert
PTA President at hersh5@charter.net. Hospitality
Year Book Editors April Faieta
Membership Silvina Pezzini
Legislative Liason
Keppel Kable Colleen Reynolds
th
5 Grade Chairperson Alis Pruett
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Make Keppel Special (MKS) Foundation
MKS (Make Keppel Special) Foundation is a non-profit community group formed by the parents and community members at Keppel to spearhead major fundraising efforts
for the school. The Foundation has done many exciting things in the past few years. Our biggest endeavor has been to support arts instruction and intervention teachers
during the school day for all students K-5.
Recently, MKS has conducted some joint projects with the PTA: purchasing new playground equipment, new books for the library, and more Accelerated Reader tests.
We are always looking for opportunities to enhance the education of the students at Keppel. To raise money, fundraisers include the Back-to-School Night “Campaign for
Excellence” direct donation drive, Silent Auction in March, Arts Showcase in April, Rockin’ for the Arts concert in June, and the eScrip program.
The fundraising efforts of Make Keppel Special (MKS) have allowed us to provide your children with incredible music and arts programs over the past 10 years. Thanks
to our new arts magnet grant, our arts programs are fully funded over the next 3 years! MKS’s new focus is now on funding other important programs facing our school
and student body. Due to the drastic budget cuts in California over the past several years, the State of California now ranks 50th out of 50 states in per pupil spending and
has cut most of the crucial funding necessary to keep our teacher-to-student ratios at 24-1 in K-3rd grade and 36-1 in Grades 4 and 5. These high class sizes across the
district make it crucial now more than ever to raise funds to support Intervention teachers in all classrooms at Keppel. Intervention teachers are credentialed teachers
who help reduce class size by working with small groups of students in each class in specific and targeted groups directly to meet the individual needs of students.
These intervention teachers ensure that your child gets more individualized attention from credentialed teachers in reading, writing and mathematics. MKS
raises money to support as many intervention teachers as we can afford to support every grade level and every classroom. The goal is to raise $40,000 dollars
each year.
Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the school library. All interested parents are encouraged and invited to attend.
Chairperson for 2011-2012 is Tony Iezza tonyiezza@charter.net.
Information about MKS Foundation related events can be found both in fliers distributed in the Thursday folder as well as in the Keppel Kable newsletter.
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EARTHQUAKE / DISASTER PREPAREDNESS PLAN
Mark Keppel has its own Disaster Preparedness Plan which students and staff practice on a monthly basis. The goal
Please make sure... of the Mark Keppel School Emergency Disaster Plan is for the protection of students and employees should a major
disaster occur in the area. The plan outlines the responsibilities of members of the school’s disaster teams and is updated
Please make sure that your child’s and revised annually by the school’s Safety and Disaster Committees. In accordance with Glendale Unified School
emergency card is kept current at all District policy for the release of students during an emergency, parents can expect the following procedures to occur:
times; it is the District’s policy to release
students only to those adults listed on the Action Following A Disaster (Earthquake)
emergency card or the Keppel blue • When it is safe, teachers and students will evacuate the building and go directly to their classroom line-up area on the playground.
Emergency Identification Tag. Please • Teachers will take roll call and report the names of the missing or injured to the school emergency command post.
notify the school office IMMEDIATELY • District employees will remain with and supervise students until they are picked up.
if there is a change of address or phone.
number.
Student Release Procedures
• If safe, students will remain seated at their classroom line-up area on Keppel’s 3rd level playground.
• Parents will go to the Virginia Ave. gate on 3rd level to request student release. Parents will then go to the Parking Lot gate between Toll and Keppel and wait for the student to arrive.
• The Keppel staff member at the request gate will complete the student request card.
• Student runner will go to classroom teacher/student supervisor with the request card. In the event of an emergency:
• Teacher will verify the release information and initial the request card.
• The student will take the request card to the release gate.
Student Request: Virginia Gate
• A Keppel staff member will collect the blue emergency card. Student Release: Parking Lot
• Parents will sign their students off campus on the Student Release Sheet.
Gate
In the event of an emergency, parents are to follow these procedures:
• Tune in to radio station KRLA (AM 870) for emergency information.
• DO NOT CALL THE SCHOOL OFFICE.
• Follow Student Release Procedures. Do not come onto campus to try to take your child without following check-out procedures!
• Be assured that school personnel will remain with your child until someone comes for him/her, or s/he is released according to our Release Policy.
• Students will be evacuated to the 3rd level playground and will be released (signed out) to parents or an authorized adult one at a time in an orderly manner to ensure that an accurate accounting of
students can be maintained.
• Secondary Release (to be utilized if necessary and directed by City Fire and/or Police Department personnel): Brand Park
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Glendale Unified School District
Dr. Richard Sheehan is Superintendent of Schools
Members of the Glendale Board of Education are:
President: Joylene Wagner Vice President: Christine Walters
Clerk: Nayiri Nahabedian Members: Mary W. Boger and Gregory S. Krikorian
Board of Education Priorities 2011-2012
Overview
For many years, this Board, as part of establishing its yearly priorities, has affirmed its commitment to the essential priorities of improving student achievement and
maintaining a safe learning environment. The Board recognizes that improving student achievement is a comprehensive K-12 effort, which encompasses all student groups
and subject areas, and that maintaining a safe, orderly learning environment is critical to student success.
A. Ensure, in every learning environment, instructional practices that are high quality, research based, consistent with the models of effective teaching and the California
teaching standards and that support student success.
B. Use Board adopted budgetary principles to maintain District fiscal integrity and stability of instruction and programs.
C. Develop Measure S sequencing plan and implement the first phase of Measure S.
D. Begin implementation of the GUSD 2015 Strategic Plan.
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