DILLEY I.S.D.
EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK
2008-09
August 2008
To: Dilley I.S.D. Employees
From: Dr. Jack R. Seals, Supt.
RE: Employee Handbook
Section A provides a copy of the 08-09 school calendar and the teacher appraisal calendar. You will also find the
district mission statement, board of trustees, administrators, counselors, and district goals. Page A-11 has a list of
the State's goals and objectives; A-13 lists pages from the Texas Education Code that will give you information on our
sub-populations if you have questions.
With the over abundance of plans that districts are required to have, Section B contains brief descriptions of them.
If you need to refer to any in detail, please check with your principal as to their location.
Section C contains a large amount of information on district rules and procedures for the district. This section needs
to be read closely. The district is required to notify all employees that there are asbestos containing materials in
some areas. This particular plan identifies these areas more specifically. A copy of the Asbestos Plan is located at
each of the campus offices. Also, there is an Integrated Pest Control Management Plan which states that employees
be notified that the district periodically applies pesticides and herbicides. Information concerning these applications
may be obtained from Donnie Brown at (830) 965-1912. These notices can be found on pages C-9 and C-10.
In addition, Senate Bill I requires that teachers be provided with a copy of Chapter 37-Discipline; Law and Order.
This law is now Section D.
Section E provides some of the forms that you might need during the year such as travel requisitions, inventories, bus
requests (always on blue paper), reimbursement claims, etc. You may make copies as needed or get them in your
principal's office.
Section F contains information on the major federal and state grants that the district has. Educators need to be
familiar with these programs.
Section G contains information on policy. Our policy manual can now be found on line at
http://www.tasb.org/policy/pol/private/082902/
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section A
School Calendar……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-1
Teacher Appraisal Calendar………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-2
Dilley I.S.D. Locator Map…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-4
Introduction……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-5
District Mission Statement…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-6
Board of Trustees, Administration, Counselors…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-7
District Goals ………………….……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….A-9
State Goals/Objectives……………..………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...A-11
Subpopulations………………………………………..………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-13
Section B
District/Campus Plans………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. B-1
District Wide Improvement Plan………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………....B-2
Site Based Decision Making……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….....B-2
Accelerated Programs………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….....B-3
Campus Improvement Plan………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….....B-3
Section 504 Plan…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ...B-4
Induction Plan…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………....B-5
Dyslexia Plan………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….....B-6
Comprehensive Guidance Plan…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….....B-6
Records Management Plan……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………... B-7
Technology Use Plan………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. B-7
Crisis Management Plan…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. B-8
Employee Safety Handbook................................................................................... B-8
Section C-Informational Items
Accident Reports………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….... C-1
Budget Process and Timeline…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….... C-2
School Calendar……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. C-4
Tobacco Use………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. C-5
Fund-Raising/Gifts/Solicitations……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… C-5
Inventories……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… C-6
Bus Requests…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. C-7
School Day………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. C-7
Dress Code……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… C-7
Travel Reimbursement…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. C-8
Tuberculosis Testing……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. C-8
Time Clock Use……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. C-8
Steroid Law Notice…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. C-9
Asbestos Notification and Integrated Pest Control Management……………………………………………………………………………….. C-9
Dietary Supplements……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… C-10
Compensatory Work Day Guidelines………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… C-11
Tax-Deferred Retirement Accounts……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. C-12
Employee Safety Responsibilities.................................................................................... C-13
Section D-Chapter 37-Discipline: Law and Order………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. D1-14
Section E-Forms
Absence from Duty Report
Transportation Request
Reimbursement Claim Form
Family/Medical Leave Form (F.M.L.A.)
Fax Transmittal Sheet
Work Order Requests
Payroll Record
Travel Requisition
Employee Accident Report
Teacher Request for Transfer
Equipment Inventory
Furniture Inventory
Fund Raiser Request
Teacher Performance Criteria for Contract (This is within the "Teacher Job Description" now.)
Annual Performance Appraisal-Aides
Section F-Federal/State Grants
National Education Goals…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. F-1
Title 1, Part A……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. F-2
Title I, Part C……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. F-3
Title II, Part A…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. F-4
Title IV, SDFS………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. F-4
Career and Technology………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… F-5
Optional Extended Year………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. F-5
Section G – Policies
(See Table of Contents immediately preceding policy pages)
School Calendar
Teacher Appraisal Calendar
District Locator Map
Introduction
District Mission Statement
Board of Trustees, Administrators, Counselors
District Goals
Texas Education Code-State Objectives/Goals and Index for
Information on Subpopulations
Dilley Independent School District
Teacher Appraisal Calendar
2008-2009
The Dilley I.S.D. shall use the Professional Development and Appraisal System (PDAS) to appraise all teachers who
are required to be appraised based on policy.
Orientation and Teacher Self Report
Teachers shall be provided with an orientation to the PDAS no later than September 23, 2008 (which is 3 weeks
after the beginning of classes).
Section I of the teacher self-report must be presented to the principal within the first three weeks after the
Professional Development and Appraisal System (PDAS) orientation.
Revision of Section I (if necessary) and completion of Sections II and III of the Teacher Self-Report Form shall
be presented to the Principal at least two weeks prior to the annual summative conference.
Appraisal Period [September 15- May 7]
Begins 3 weeks after school starts and ends 15 days prior to the last instructional day.
Dates Exempted from Observations
November 25 (before Thanksgiving holidays)
December 19 (before Christmas holidays)
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January 29 (before Stock Show holiday)
March 13 (before Spring Break holidays)
Days scheduled for end-of-semester or end-of-year examinations in that teacher's class
Days scheduled for TAKS or other standardized tests
SUMMATIVE ANNUAL CONFERENCE: Shall be scheduled no later than May 7, 2009
DEFINITION OF AN APPRAISAL: An appraisal consists of an observation(s) totaling 45 minutes. New rules will be
discussed at the campus level.
TEACHER APPRAISERS
ELEMENTARY MIDDLE SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL
Deborah Thompson, Principal Trini Medina, Principal Oscar Martinez, Principal
Melody Carroll, Asst. Principal Sarah Cabasos, Asst. Principal Frank Palomino, Asst. Principal
OTHER APPRAISERS:
Deborah Thompson, Melody Carroll, Trini Medina, Sarah Cabasos, Oscar Martinez, Frank Palomino, Nobert Rodriguez,
Jack Seals, Consuelo Molinar, Robert Navarro
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Dilley Independent School District
Interstate 35
Dilley High School
HWY 117 DHS Principal’s office
DISD Administration Building
Harriman St.
cafeteria
Scott St.
Dilley Elementary DES office
Mary Harper
MHMS office
Middle School
Central Office 965-1912 Game Parking Lot
Federal Programs 965-1776 Gym
High School 965-1814
Mary Harper Middle School 965-2195
Dilley Elem. School 965-1313 Curtis St.
Scott St. Truehart St.
INTRODUCTION
The Dilley Independent School District wants to continue the high standard of excellence set
for all members of the school staff. Quality of instruction is the top priority for this
district, but all employees occupy a place of importance. The staff is encouraged to continue
to take pride in the school and in each student served. By working together, employees,
parents and the community can make the total student learning environment more efficient,
effective and productive.
Dilley I.S.D. does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, color, national origin,
age, religion, sex, marital or veteran status, the presence of a medical condition, disability,
or any other legally protected status. We maintain and encourage equal opportunity for
every citizen.
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DISTRICT MISSION STATEMENT
The District is dedicated to developing all students' abilities and providing for mental,
physical, emotional, moral, and social growth.
The District will provide quality education to master the basic skills and also ensure a
comprehensive, challenging educational program to meet the needs of our complex society.
With community and parental involvement, teachers will cultivate an awareness and
appreciation for the uniqueness of every student. All students will be encouraged to develop
and maintain a sense of pride, dignity, and personal worth. This encourages students to
think intelligently and act with a sense of responsibility while striving for a high standard of
excellence.
The District will evaluate and respond to academic performance, achievement, and
accomplishments through student achievement data and feedback from the community.
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BOARD OF TRUSTEES
The Board of Trustees shall have regular meetings on the third Monday of every month at the Dilley I.S.D.
District Administration Building at 6:30 p.m. unless otherwise stated on the posted board agendas.
Ray Chapa
Domingo "Yogi" Davalos
Juan Gonzales
Joe “Chico” Hines
Rudolfo Olivarez
Rebecca Kay Smith
Frank Torres
ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
Dr. Jack R. Seals, Superintendent
Dr. Nobert Rodriguez, Curriculum/Human Resources Director
Marilyn W. Dunn, Director of Administrative Services
Gary Stancil, Technology Director
Oscar Martinez, High School Principal
TBA, High School Assistant Principal
Trini Medina, Middle School Principal
TBA, Middle School Assistant Principal
Deborah Thompson, Elementary Principal
Melody Carroll, Elementary Assistant Principal
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COUNSELORS
Candace Carroll, District Testing Coordinator
Carlos Pena, High School
TBA, High School
Ricardo Santos, Middle School
Lucinda Cabasos, Elementary School
DILLEY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
245 Hwy. 117
Dilley, Texas 78017
(830) 965-1912 or 965-1842
FAX (830) 965-4069
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DILLEY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
2008-09 DISTRICT GOALS
Student Achievement
The students of Dilley Independent School District will annually decrease the discrepancy between the local
A.E.I.S.(Academic Excellence Indicator System-i.e. TAKS, dropout/completion rate) results by one-half
each year, beginning with the base year of 2005-06, whereby within 3 years the district will be at
Recognized Status or above.
Curriculum
The curriculum framework of CSCOPE will be used to meet the needs of students and to enhance instruction.
Communications
The community and staff will be kept abreast of issues and decisions that affect the operations of the
Dilley I.S.D.
Staff Development
Programs to increase the effectiveness of administrators, teachers, aides, and substitute teachers will be
continued.
Facilities
The District's facility needs, pertaining to maintenance, renovation, and construction will be reviewed for
budgeting purposes.
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Budget
The District's budget will be created and will support the District Improvement Plan and the Campus
Improvement Plans.
Programs for Special Populations of Students
Programs for special populations of students will be developed, monitored and/or revised to meet their needs
and enhance instruction.
Parental Involvement
The District will continue to implement and expand opportunities for parental involvement to improve academic
achievement, communications, and school support.
Technology
Technology will be used to enhance student learning and improve teacher knowledge of instructional
methodologies.
College and Career Choices
Students will be provided information on higher education admissions, financial aid opportunities, grants,
and high school curriculum choices to be prepared for success beyond high school.
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Public Education Mission and Objectives
A copy of the Texas Education Code is located in the Superintendent's office. The following is the State's mission, objectives,
and goals.
The mission of the public education system of this state is to ensure that all Texas children have access to a quality education
that enables them to achieve their potential and fully participate now and in the future in the social, economic, and educational
opportunities of our state and nation. That mission is grounded on the conviction that a general diffusion of knowledge is essential
for the welfare of this state and for the preservation of the liberties and rights of citizens. It is further grounded on the
conviction that a successful public education system is directly related to a strong, dedicated, and supportive family and that
parental involvement in the school is essential for the maximum educational achievement of a child.
The objectives of public education are:
OBJECTIVE 1: Parents will be full partners with educators in the education of their children.
OBJECTIVE 2: Students will be encouraged and challenged to meet their full educational potential.
OBJECTIVE 3: Through enhanced dropout prevention efforts, all students will remain in school until they obtain a high
school diploma.
OBJECTIVE 4: A well-balanced and appropriate curriculum will be provided to all students.
OBJECTIVE 5: Qualified and highly effective personnel will be recruited, developed, and retained.
OBJECTIVE 6: The state's students will demonstrate exemplary performance in comparison to national and international
standards.
OBJECTIVE 7: School campuses will maintain a safe and disciplined environment conducive to student learning.
OBJECTIVE 8: Educators will keep abreast of the development of creative and innovative techniques in instruction and
administration using those techniques as appropriate to improve student learning.
OBJECTIVE 9: Technology will be implemented and used to increase the effectiveness of student learning, instructional
management, staff development, and administration.
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PUBLIC EDUCATION ACADEMIC GOALS
To serve as a foundation for a well-balanced and appropriate education:
GOAL 1: the students in the public education system will demonstrate exemplary performance in the reading and
writing of the English language.
GOAL 2: the students in the public education system will demonstrate exemplary performance in the understanding of
mathematics.
GOAL 3: the students in the public education system will demonstrate exemplary performance in the understanding of
science.
GOAL 4: the students in the public education system will demonstrate exemplary performance in the understanding of
social studies.
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SUBPOPULATIONS
T.E.C. Pages
(2000 Edition)
CHAPTER 29 EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
SUBCHAPTER A. SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….131
SUBCHAPTER B. BILINGUAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….137
SUBCHAPTER C. COMPENSATORY EDUCATION PROGRAMS………………………………………………………………………………………………………….142
SUBCHAPTER D. EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS FOR GIFTED AND TALENTED STUDENTS……………………………………………………144
SUBCHAPTER E. KINDERGARTEN AND PRE-KINDERGARTEN PROGRAMS……………………………………………………………………………….145
SUBCHAPTER F. CAREER AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION PROGRAM……………………………………………………………………………………..147
SUBCHAPTER G. PUBLIC EDUCATION GRANT PROGRAM…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………148
SUBCHAPTER H. ADULT AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION PROGRAMS……………………………………………………………………………………….150
SUBCHAPTER I. PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS WHO ARE DEAF OR HARD OF HEARING…………………………………………………..153
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DISTRICT/CAMPUS PLANS
DISTRICT/CAMPUS PLANS
District Wide Improvement Plan
Site-Based Decision Making Plan
Accelerated Programs
Campus Improvement Plan
Section 504 Plan
Induction Plan
Dyslexia Plan
Comprehensive Guidance Plan
Records Management Plan
Technology Plan
Crisis Management Plan
Employee Safety Handbook
This section is an overview of the many plans that have been completed by the district and its committees over a long period of
time. As you go through them you will notice that many of them are no longer separate plans but are incorporated into the
district and campus improvement plans which has long been the intent of TEA. However, most of the information is usable and
may be beneficial as the DIP and CIPs are updated.
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DISTRICT WIDE IMPROVEMENT PLAN (GOALS)
This plan is composed of the district's goals on:
Student Achievement Parental Involvement Technology
Curriculum-Instruction-Assessment Facilities College and Career Choices
Communications Budget
Staff Development Programs for Special Populations of Students
Through the actions listed under each goal, the District will be able to achieve the goals. The D.W.E.I.C. is charged with
updating the plan with assistance from the campus committees, community and parents. If the actions are successfully
implemented,
all students will achieve their full educational potential.
a well-balanced and appropriate curriculum will be provided to all students.
qualified and effective personnel will be attracted and retained.
the organization and management of all levels of the educational system will be productive, efficient, and accountable.
the financing of public education will be adequate, equitable, and efficient.
parents will be full partners in the education of their children.
businesses and other members of the community will be partners in the improvement of schools.
instruction and administration will be improved through research that identifies creative and effective methods.
communications among all public education interests will be consistent, timely, and effective.
SITE-BASED DECISION MAKING
Introduction
The Texas legislature enacted Senate Bill 1 and House Bill 2285 to require that each public school district establish a site-based
decision plan prior to September 1, 1992. The intent of this legislation was to decentralize the decision making process in public
schools throughout Texas. Dr. Lionel Meno, Commissioner of Education in Texas at the time, emphasized site-based decision
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making as an integral aspect of the state's restructuring efforts. In addition, the Commissioner stressed the necessity of
collaboration in the development of each school district's Site-Based Plan. Documentation of participation and representation is
required as evidence of the collaborative effort. Representatives from administration, teachers, parents, and the community must
sign the plan attesting that it was collaboratively developed.
Definition
Site-based decision making is a process for decentralizing decisions to improve the educational outcomes. Through a collaborative
effort, principals, teachers, campus staff, district staff, parents and community representatives assess educational outcomes of
all students, determine goals and strategies, and ensure that implemented strategies may be adjusted to improve student
achievement.
Statement of Purpose
The purpose of site-based decision making is to empower teachers, parents, administrators and the community to work
collaboratively toward increasing academic performance of the students who attend Dilley I.S.D. According to the philosophy of
site-based decision making, the people closest to the children are best prepared to make decisions that will directly affect
increased student performance. The improvement growing from site-based decision making will enhance professionalism of the
educational community in the years to come.
ACCELERATED PROGRAMS
This document contains many of the programs that are provided through SCE, local, and federal monies. It identifies the program
name, contact person, program description, eligibility criteria, funding source, and expected outcomes.
CAMPUS IMPROVEMENT PLANS
To implement the site-based decision-making process, each school will have its own campus based committee which will make
decisions with regard to campus performance objectives. For each school year, the principal of each school campus, with assistance
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of parents, community residents, and the professional staff of the school as provided for throughout the procedure established in
the Texas Education Code. They shall establish academic and other performance objectives of the campus for each academic
excellence indicator adopted by the State Board. These objectives shall support the district's educational goals and objectives,
and shall be specific to the academic achievement of students served by the campus. The Board shall review and approve campus
performance objectives.
For purposes of this policy, "parent" means a person who is not a district employee but who is a parent or standing in parental
relation to a student enrolled at a school. A "community resident" means an adult residing in the attendance area for a school who
is neither a parent of a student enrolled in that school, nor a district employee.
A Site-Based Decision Making Committee shall be established on each campus to assist the principal in formulating campus
performance objectives. The committee and the principal shall share the decision-making role. Each committee shall include:
parents
community residents
campus-based professional employees
central office representative
SECTION 504 PLAN
No qualified handicapped person shall, on the basis of handicap, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or
otherwise be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity which receives or benefits from federal financial
assistance. 34 Code of Federal Regulations 104.4(a)
The following list includes occasions when to consider the existence of a handicap and possible 504 protection:
when suspension or expulsion is being considered for any student
when retention is being considered for any student
when a student shows a pattern of not benefiting from the instruction being provided
when a student returns to school after a serious illness or injury
when a student is referred for evaluation but is determined not to do an evaluation under the IDEA
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when a student is evaluated and is found not to qualify for special education services under the IDEA
when a student exhibits a chronic health problem
when a student is identified as "at-risk" or exhibits the potential for dropping out of school
when substance abuse is an issue
when a handicap of any kind is an issue
The plan includes definitions of "handicapped", "major life activity", "program or activity", and others for more clarification on this
topic. It also includes information on notices, referrals, placement decisions, due process, hearings, discipline, district obligations,
and all the forms that are needed for referrals.
INDUCTION PLAN
Texas Education Code
a. The State Board of Education and the Coordinating Board, Texas College and University System shall develop a
comprehensive teaching induction program for the probationary period.
b. The induction program shall include a one-year period of teaching cooperatively supervised by experienced teachers, school
administrators, and faculty of institutions of higher education.
Texas Administrative Code
a. General provisions. Beginning teachers who do not have prior teaching experience earned in employment with a creditable
service entity shall be assigned a mentor teacher.
b. Induction training for beginning teachers. All beginning teachers shall participate in teacher orientation which may include
specialized induction year program activities.
This plan provides information on:
Promising Practices
Induction Plan and Support System
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Timeline
Roles and Responsibilities of Staff
Categories of Support Most Needed by Beginning Teachers
Coaching/Observing/Conferencing
Resources
DYSLEXIA PLAN
With national studies reporting that 10-20 percent of students suffer from dyslexia, Dilley I.S.D. has assumed the responsibility
of providing its students with an optimum educational environment. This includes a variety of programs throughout the grade levels
that focus on helping these identified students to be able to process symbolic language and to unscramble visual and auditory
information.
Dyslexia and Related Disorders - The Board shall ensure that procedures for identifying students with dyslexia and related
disorders and for providing appropriate instructional services to such students are implemented in the District. These procedures
shall be consistent with those approved by the State Board. Before any identification or assessment procedures are used
selectively with an individual student, the District shall notify the student's parent, guardian, or other person standing in parental
relation to the student.
COMPREHENSIVE GUIDANCE PLAN
Dilley is responding to the many challenges of our complex society and the demands it puts on our students, their parents, and the
teaching staff. Increases in societal problems are being seen in growing numbers of at-risk students. To meet these challenges,
the total school program will be involved, including the counseling staff.
This plan is intended for all educators seeking to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the guidance program in our district
and on each campus.
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Counselors
to help them establish, implement, and manage programs which will benefit all of their students
Principals
to help them collaborate with counselors to design and deliver a quality guidance program
District Administrators
to help them provide appropriate support for guidance program development efforts, and to establish procedures which enhance
the effectiveness of the guidance program
Boards of Education
to help them set policies that cause the modernization of the guidance programs in their schools
Teachers
to help them understand the goals of the guidance program so the teacher-counselor partnership can work to the maximum
benefit of students
The plan identifies the program structure for each of the campuses, how it is to be evaluated for future planning, and the
curriculum's scope/sequence for grades PK-K, 1-3, 4-6, 7-9, and 10-12.
RECORDS MANAGEMENT PLAN
This plan was required of districts in order to be able to destroy documents according to the law. State law requires that local
governments that wish to have the authority to destroy records must submit to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission
records control schedules listing the records created or received by the local government and retention periods for the records.
Retention periods are determined by the governing body. State law also provides that amended schedules reflecting new records
created or received or revisions to retention periods be filed with the commission in the same manner as the original records
control schedules.
TECHNOLOGY USE PLAN
The plan describes four broad goals for accomplishment within three years. Goal one focuses on the foundation needed for
students to be successful in technology rich post high school and work environments and for teachers to better infuse into
instruction. Goal two deals with staff development to prepare teachers for the shift toward the facilitation of instruction
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and the guidance students will require to become self-learners. This includes developing expertise to prepare for Internet
connectivity, communication through E-mail and the advent of distance learning. Goal three addresses support designed to
motivate teachers to use technology both at home and in the schools. Goal four focuses on the determination of needed hardware
and software to upgrade existing and establish new workstations to ensure access to the Internet and implement new programs to
enhance educational opportunities.
CRISIS MANAGEMENT PLAN
The Crisis Management Plan provides information about crisis communication and the telephone chain for the district during crisis
situations. It includes the planning process and responsibilities of staff. The disasters that are covered in the plan are: airplane
crash, assault/battery, bus accident, bomb threat, chemical spill, evacuation, shelter-in-place, fire/explosion, guns/weapons,
shooting/stabbing, hostage situation, kidnapping, trespassing, utility emergency, and weather (hurricane, thunderstorm, tornado).
EMPLOYEE SAFETY HANDBOOK
Policy Statement
It is the goal of the Dilley I.S.D. to furnish its employees a safe and healthy place to work, free from recognized hazards that
might cause accidents, and to promote safe practices.
In addition to the above stated goal, Dilley I.S.D. strives to create an environment where every member of the organization can
maintain a personal goal of constant improvement. The result would be total quality in every aspect of their job.
The Employee Safety Handbook contains safety rules and regulations developed to help in the reduction of accidents and
complements the existing departmental safety rules and regulations. While many rules are detailed in the handbook, others
dealing with your specific job responsibilities will be given to you by your supervisor or department head. All of these rules have
been designed to assist you in avoiding accidental injuries.
If you have a suggestion to reduce accidents and make your place of employment safer, share your concerns with your supervisor.
Remember, accident prevention is a part of every employee's job.
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INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
Accident Reports Budget Process/Timeline
School Calendar Tobacco Use
Fund-Raising/Gifts/Solicitations Inventories
Bus Requests School Day
Dress Code Travel Reimbursement
Tuberculosis Testing Time Clock Use
Steroid Law Notice Asbestos/Pesticide Warnings
Dietary Supplements Compensatory Work Day Guidelines
Tax Deferred Retirement Accounts
TO: Dilley I.S.D. Employees
FROM: Dr. Jack R. Seals, Superintendent
RE: Employee Accident Reports
This letter is notice to inform employees of the importance of reporting accidents in a timely manner.
1. Report injuries, no matter how slight, to your supervisor, principal or the nurse. There are Employee Accident Report
forms on file in each of the following offices:
Nurse's Office (Elementary Campus)
Middle School Principal
High School Principal
Accounts Payable Clerk (Central Office)
The completion and filing at the Central Office of these forms is the responsibility of the injured employee.
2. With required deadlines for workers' compensation as they are, it will also be necessary to contact the Accounts Payable
Clerk to complete the Report of Injury or Illness form (on the day of the occurrence or as soon thereafter as possible).
3. If an employee is required to receive treatment from a doctor and it is determined that the employee cannot return to
work, the school must have on file a copy of the doctor's recommendation.
4. Workers' compensation will not be paid until an employee has been out for 7 days. Again, doctors' reports are necessary
and all reports must be completed. Employees must use their sick leave days until the Texas Workers' Compensation
Commission determines the benefits that will be paid.
5. It is imperative that the above-mentioned forms be completed and filed with the workers' compensation insurance company
(Accounts Payable Clerk's responsibility) within 8 days, or the school district will be penalized.
6. For workers' compensation purposes, if an employee is out for an extended length of time due to injury or illness, the
Accounts Payable Clerk must be notified upon the employee's return to work.
Thank you for your cooperation in this important and complicated area. If you have any questions or concerns, please call me.
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BUDGET PROCESS
Budget planning shall be an integral part of overall program planning so that the budget effectively reflects the District's
programs and activities and provides the resources to implement them. In the planning process, general educational goals, specific
program goals, and alternatives for achieving program goals shall be considered. Budget planning and evaluation are continuous
processes and should be a part of each month's activities.
The Superintendent or designee shall supervise the development of a budget calendar and a specific plan for budget preparation.
The budget schedule shall include time lines for designated individuals or groups to submit their budget proposals.
After it is presented to the Board and prior to adoption, a copy of the proposed budget shall be available upon request from the
business office or Superintendent.
The adopted budget provides authority to expend funds for the purposes indicated and in accordance with state law, board policy,
and the district's approved purchasing procedures. The expenditure of funds shall be under the direction of the Superintendent
or designee who shall ensure that funds are expended in accordance with the adopted budget.
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DILLEY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
2008 BUDGET TIMELINE
January February March April May June July August
7 14 21 28 4 11 18 25 3 10 17 24 31 7 14 21 28 5 12 19 26 2 9 16 2 3 30 7 14 21 28 4 11 18 25
Create Budget Timelines
District Goals/Board Approval
District Plan
Technology Committee
Campus Plans
Campus Budgets
Revenue Calculations
Payroll Calculations
Athletic/Band Budget
Transportation & Maintenance
Budgets
Capital Outlay
Federal/Central Office Budgets
Budgets Fine-Tuned
Budget Workshop
Budget Adopted
Tax Rate Set
SCHOOL CALENDAR
The schools of the district shall be in operation for 177 days of student instruction and 10 days for staff development and
planning.
The calendar shall contain dates for the following items:
Teacher preparation days
Opening and closing of school
Grade reporting periods
Scheduled holidays
Scheduled staff development and planning days
Scheduled early release days
The Superintendent is authorized to make decisions regarding variations from the school calendar in case of emergencies, subject
to Board ratification of such changes.
With the above mentioned items in mind, the Dilley I.S.D.'s District Wide Educational Improvement Council, which is made up of
representatives from each of the campuses, parents, and community members, will consult with the campus committees and propose
several formats for the calendar for the new school year. A recommendation will be presented to the School Board for approval.
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NOTICE ON TOBACCO USE
[Policy DH (LOCAL)]
Adopted 04/14/97
Employees shall not use tobacco products on district premises, in District vehicles, nor in the presence of students at school or
school-related activities. [See DH and GKA (LEGAL)]
FUND-RAISING/GIFTS/SOLICITATIONS
Fund-raising activities by student groups and/or for school-sponsored projects shall be allowed, with prior administrative approval
and under the supervision of the project sponsor, for students in all grades.
All fund-raising projects shall be subject to the approval of the principal and Superintendent.
Student participation in approved fund-raising activities shall not interfere with the regular instructional program. Funds raised
shall be received, deposited, and disbursed in accordance with policy CFD(LOCAL).
Policy CFD(LOCAL)
[Each school shall have and maintain a student activity account to manage class funds, organization funds, and any other funds into
which students have put money in the name of the school. All monies collected shall be receipted by the principal or a designee
and deposited to the appropriate District account at the District depository(ies) on the same day if possible. The principal of the
school shall be responsible for the proper administration of each organization's funds in accordance with state and local law,
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District-approved accounting practices and procedures, and the Texas Education Agency Financial Accountability System. Student
activity funds shall be included in the annual audit of the District's fiscal accounts.
Monies collected by student groups shall be disbursed only for purposes authorized by the organization or upon approval of the
sponsor. The principal or a designee shall approve all disbursements. All funds raised by student organizations must be expended
for the benefit of the students.]
Students shall not be permitted to participate in fund drives for non-school charitable organizations as official representatives of
their school.
No outside organizations of any sort may solicit contributions of any type from students, within the schools.
The collection of monies that takes the time of the students or teachers during school hours is strictly forbidden, unless the
monies collected represent payment for school lunches, monies that will benefit the school or its students, or other authorized
fees.
The Board shall regularly be informed of approved fund-raising projects and shall periodically review the effect of such activity on
the student body, the instructional program, and the community.
School facilities shall not be used to advertise, promote, sell tickets, or collect funds for any organization or program defined as
political or sectarian in nature, without prior approval of the Superintendent or designee. (For more information on advertising,
refer to policy GKB (LOCAL).
INVENTORIES
In order to provide accurate information for the annual audit of the District's fiscal accounts, the District shall maintain
inventories of its assets. The inventory will be done annually.
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BUS REQUESTS
Bus requests for all trips should be turned in no later than 5 working days before the scheduled trip. All requests are to be on
the blue forms and sent to the Central Office in the blue Inter-Department Delivery envelopes.
SCHOOL DAY
Specific times for beginning and ending the school day are not identified within this handbook. These times may vary among the
campuses due to the needs of students and teachers and is to be determined by the campus principals.
DRESS CODE
(Approved January 19, 1998)
Take pride in your appearance and visualize yourself as others see you. Your competence is often judged by the appearance you
make.
1. While jeans are not encouraged, if they are worn, they should be professional in appearance.
2. Ladies shall be allowed to wear skorts, skirts, dresses, and walking short suits of an appropriate length.
3. No halter tops, bare midriffs, tank tops, bare backs, low cut revealing tops, and no braless look will be permitted.
4. No hats or caps shall be worn inside the building.
5. All apparel shall not be so tight or sheer in nature that undergarments can be seen or defined when observing the apparel,
i.e. outer clothing should fit properly and must be worn with proper undergarments. No spandex or form fitting clothing
may be worn.
6. If shirttails are made to be worn in, they must be tucked in.
7. If pants are designed to be worn with a belt, then a belt shall be worn. If suspenders are worn, no belt is necessary.
8. Hair should be neat and clean. Male employees' hair length shall be no longer than the bottom of the shirt collar. Facial
hair shall be allowed if neatly trimmed.
9. Exercise attire is not allowed in non-PE classrooms. Exceptions may be made by the principal when extenuating
circumstances occur.
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10. Flip-flops are not allowed, and men shall not wear sandals.
11. Women may wear pierced earrings. No other body piercing jewelry may be worn by any employee.
12. Each campus principal may determine if there are other areas where decisions on dress code need to be addressed. All
final decisions will be made by the campus principal.
MILEAGE ALLOWANCE/PER DIEM MEAL ALLOWANCE/LODGING
The District shall pay State rate for travel on District business. A meal allowance of $36 per day shall be paid only for travel
that requires an overnight stay. Should the overnight stay not incorporate full days, the following schedule will be used for
reimbursements: Breakfast - $9; Lunch - $12; and Dinner - $15. Receipts shall not be required. The District shall maintain an
accountable plan, as defined by the IRS, for the reimbursement of travel expenses. Lodging is limited to the amount authorized
by state requirements. If overnight lodging requires additional funds beyond the amount allowed by state requirements, the
excess shall be paid from local monies. Receipts will be required for lodging.
TUBERCULOSIS TESTING FOR EMPLOYEES AND SUBSTITUTES
TB skin testing for all new employees who have not been tested in the last three years, will be required. The District will
establish a three-year cycle for testing. All employees will be retested on the anniversary of the three year cycle (even if they
have been tested within the cycle period). No positive skin reactor will need retesting.
Employees who require a chest x-ray will obtain the x-ray at a District selected site at District expense. No positive skin
reactor will need retesting.
TIME CLOCK USE
1. Punch-in time is when you are actually ready to begin work.
2. Never punch in/out for another person; to do so may be grounds for termination.
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3. If you forget to punch in/out, simply write in the time and let your supervisor or an administrator initial beside it.
4. Punch in/out times are when: you arrive to work.
you leave for lunch.
you come back to work after lunch.
you leave work in the afternoon.
5. Permission from your campus administrator is required anytime you leave the work site. Punch out when you leave and punch in
when you return.
6. It is important to remember that at the end of a week, employees should put in no more than 40 hours.
7. If there are extenuating circumstances where an employee must work beyond the 40-hour work week, they will need to be able
to provide documentation for their supervisor/administrator of their reasons for doing so and receive permission in advance.
STEROID LAW NOTICE
Each school in a school district in which there is a grade level of seven or higher shall post in a conspicuous location in the school
gymnasium and each other place in a building where physical education classes are conducted the following notice:
Anabolic steroids are for medical use only. State law prohibits possessing, dispensing, delivering, or administering an anabolic
steroid in any manner not allowed by state law. State law provides that body building, muscle enhancement, or the increase of
muscle bulk or strength through the use of an anabolic steroid of human growth hormone by a person who is in good health is not a
valid medical purpose. Only a medical doctor may prescribe an anabolic steroid or human growth hormone for a person. A
violation of state law concerning anabolic steroids or human growth hormones is a criminal offense punishable by confinement in jail
or imprisonment in the institutional division of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT AND ASBESTOS NOTIFICATION
In order to be in compliance with the Texas Structural Pest Control Act, Article 135B-6, Section 4J as well as the Regulations,
Section 595.11 Schools, which took effect September 1, 1995, Dilley I.S.D. is notifying all employees and parents/guardians that
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this school periodically applies pesticides. Information concerning these applications may be obtained from Donnie Brown or Marilyn
Dunn at (830) 965-1912.
Dilley I.S.D. is providing notification in accordance with Section 763.93 of the Asbestos-In-School Identification and Notification
Rule (40 CFR Part 763) of the availability of the District Asbestos Management Plan. A copy of the inspections and assessments
of asbestos-containing materials and the complete District Management Plan is available at the Central Administrative Office.
Each campus has also been provided with pages from the plan that pertain to that campus.
DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS
A school district employee may not:
1. knowingly sell, market, or distribute a dietary supplement that contains performance enhancing compounds to a primary or
secondary education student with whom the employee has contact as part of the employee's school district duties; or
2. knowingly endorse or suggest the ingestion, intranasal application, or inhalation of a dietary supplement that contains
performance enhancing compounds by a primary or secondary education student with whom the employee has contact as part
of the employee's school district duties.
A person who violates this section commits an offense. An offense under this section is a Class C misdemeanor.
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COMPENSATORY WORK DAY GUIDELINES
Guidelines for comp time are:
1. Compensatory days must be arranged for individually. The district will try to assist by possibly providing some comp days locally,
but each person is responsible for getting the required compensatory days.
2. College hours count for comp time. Any college course approved for reimbursement will meet the three day requirement. College
hours cannot be “banked” whereby someone taking six college hours in the same summer meets two years of comp day
requirements.
3. Six hours of training will equal one day of compensatory time. Hours in excess of those required for the upcoming or current year
cannot be carried forward into the future years.
4. Self study for additional skills (computer programs, book studies, etc.) are allowable.
5. The period of time allowed to earn comp time for any school year will begin on the first day of June preceding the beginning of the
year and will end on the last day of May of that school year.
6. All comp time training must be approved by your campus principal/supervisor.
Teachers and Instructional Aides:
1. For Teachers: comp time must be obtained at a time other than during the school day (summer, before school starts, Saturdays,
Etc.)
2. For Instructional Aides: Due to the aspect of weekly overtime, aides will need to limit their comp days to the summer before
school starts and Saturdays when the combination of their work and comp time training will not exceed 40 hours.
Other Professional Employees on less than 220-Day Contracts:
1. On days beyond the 187 days regular school calendar, vacation days can be traded as long as you acquire the number of contract
days (including the three comp days)
Professional Employees on 220 or more day Contracts :
1. On days beyond the 187 days regular school calendar, vacation days can be traded as long as you acquire the number of contract
days (including the three comp days)
- or -
Comp time days are optional—you can work on designated comp days with your principal or supervisor’s approval
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Secretaries and Clerks:
1. On days beyond the 187 days regular school calendar, vacation days can be traded as long as you acquire the number of contract
days (including the three comp days)
- or -
Comp time days are optional—you can work on designated comp days with your principal or supervisor’s approval
Other Hourly Employees:
There is no comp time available—all necessary training will be provided during the regular work time.
TAX DEFERRED RETIREMENT ACCOUNTS
Any school worker who consistently works 20 hours a week is eligible to have a portion of his or her paycheck deferred to a retirement
account known as a 403b.
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SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY
DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICE’S RESPONSIBILITIES ARE TO:
This will be done in concert with the superintendent, principals and supervisors of maintenance, food
service, custodial service, and transportation.
1. direct responsibility for the District’s Safety Program.
2. direct and coordinate safety activities.
3. ensure the following occurs:
a. Safety orientation is conducted with all employees.
b. Safety inspections are undertaken.
c. Accident investigations are undertaken and associated employee information is gathered.
SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES ARE TO:
1. provide leadership to the Employee Safety Program.
2. support the Employee Safety Program.
3. monitor employees work and take necessary actions to correct unsafe conditions and
practices.
4. support the Director of Administrative Services/Principals/Supervisors in their
requests for necessary information, facilities, tools and equipment to employ an
effective safety program and ensure a safe workplace.
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ADMINISTRATORS, DIRECTORS, SUPERVISOR AND DEPARTMENT HEADS RESPONSIBILITIES
ARE TO:
1. promote safety awareness and encourage a proper safety attitude through example.
2. support/train all employees in the safe way to do their jobs, and point out where
hazards exist.
3. make sure that the necessary safety equipment and protective devices for each
job are provided and properly used.
4. conduct frequent safety inspections of all work areas and operations to
eliminate unsafe conditions and encourage safe work practices.
5. take prompt corrective action whenever unsafe conditions and unsafe practices
are observed.
PRINCIPALS’/SUPERVISORS’ RESPONSIBILITIES IN REDUCING ACCIDENTS AND
INJURIES
The reduction of accidents and injuries in the workplace is directly related to the quality of supervision; a thorough
understanding of the jobs to be accomplished; and daily operations that consistently follow practices specified in
published work rules.
To eliminate employee accidents it is necessary that each principal/supervisor thoroughly educate workers on the
hazards that exist and ensure they understand the methods of doing each job safely when such hazards cannot be
eliminated.
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To properly identify the hazards, the principal/supervisor should be able to answer the following questions:
1. What hazards have produced an employee accident or injury?
2. What hazards exist in the operation which may produce an employee accident or injury?
3. What procedures can be implemented as work safety rules to reduce the employees’
accident and injury potential?
Safety rules should be adhered to; the employees should receive training on the rules, and the principal/supervisor
should monitor the employees performance to ensure the work safety rules are followed.
Principals/Supervisors should know (as a minimum) the following:
1. types of personal protective equipment to be worn while performing the job (i.e. hard
hats, safety glasses, shoes, clothing, etc.)
2. required steps that must be taken to complete the job safely (i. E. wiring, grounding,
guard in place, etc.)
3. procedures to follow when an unsafe act, condition, or defective equipment is noted by
an employee
4. action to be taken when an accident or injury occurs
5. action which will be taken when employee refuses to comply with established safety
rules and procedures
The environment of the employee must be considered by the principals/supervisors while on the job. Poor lighting, use
of industrial chemicals, and excessive noise levels are just a few examples of environmental conditions which can
significantly contribute to accidents and injuries in the workplace.
Some industrial chemicals present a variety of serious hazards to health and property when improperly handled.
Depending upon conditions and contents, the vapor from a chemical can ignite or explode, can cause dizziness or death
when inhaled, or dermatitis when touched.
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The employer procedures as identified in the State’s “Right to Know” law should be followed when using identified
hazardous chemicals.
EMPLOYEE SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Follow instructions of supervisors.
2. Know your job and always apply safe work practices.
3. Inform your supervisor of hazards and recommend how to eliminate them, or
how to improve safety performance.
4. Recognize the hazards of the job and take precautions to assure safety to
yourself and others.
5. Actively participate and cooperate in the overall safety program.
6. Maintain cleanliness and good personal health habits and body mechanics.
7. Utilize safety procedures and checklists.
8. Utilize safety equipment.
9. Prevent injury to yourself and to others.
10. You will be trained in emergency procedures and will be expected to know and
carry out these procedures when needed. Obviously, many individuals would
have to rely heavily on us for their very lives in the event of a fire of other
disaster. Each and every staff member is expected to give aid to the best of
his/her ability.
11. Use proper mechanics for all lifting. Know your own limits and get help when
it is more than you can safely handle.
12. Wet floors, even a few drops – cause many accidents. We are ALL responsible
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for wiping up small spills at once. Report large spills to a custodian for
immediate clean up.
13. Slow down and take short steps when you are forced to walk on wet, slippery
surfaces.
14. Pick up all foreign objects from the floors and grounds.
15. NO running.
16. Stay alert! Watch where you are going – especially through doorways, around corners and in busy
hallways.
17. NO “horseplay.” This is a cause of serious accidents.
18. Always ask instructions before using any equipment with which you are not familiar. Report faulty
equipment for immediate action.
19. Don’t leave drawers or cabinet doors open.
20. Push carts from the end, but pull them through swinging doors.
21. Unfortunately some people are “accident repeaters” because of carelessness or disregard for safety
rules. Because this is important, failure to adhere to these rules is cause for disciplinary action. So
remember: STAY ALERT TO YOUR ENVIRONMENT.
22. Stay alert to how you use your body.
23. Keep your work area clean and uncluttered.
24. Complete an “accident report” while the facts are still fresh in your mind.
ALL ACCIDENTS AND INJURIES, NO MATTER HOW SLIGHT, MUST BE REPORTED AT ONCE. A WRITTEN REPORT MUST
BE FILED. IN THE EVENT YOU ARE INJURED ON THE JOB, WE WILL SEE THAT YOU RECEIVE PROPER MEDICAL
ATTENTION.
WE MUST EACH TAKE PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY AND WORK AS A TEAM.
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Chapter 37 of the Texas Education Code-Discipline; Law and Order
SEE http://tlo2.tlc.state.tx.us/statutes/ed.toc.htm
SEE http://tlo2.tlc.state.tx.us/statutes/ed.toc.htm
(Complete copy following table of contents)
CHAPTER 37 . DISCIPLINE; LAW AND ORDER
SUBCHAPTER A. ALTERNATIVE SETTINGS FOR BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT
§ 37.001. Student Code of Conduct
§ 37.002. Removal by Teacher
§ 37.0021. Use of Confinement, Restraint, Seclusion, and Timeout
§ 37.003. Placement Review Committee
§ 37.004. Placement of Students With Disabilities
§ 37.005 Suspension
§ 37.0051 Placement of Students Committing Sexual Assault Against Another Student
§ 37.006. Removal for Certain Conduct
§ 37.0061. Funding for Alternative Education Services in Juvenile Residential Facilities
§ 37.007. Expulsion for Serious Offenses
§ 37.008. Disciplinary Alternative Education Programs
§ 37.0081. Placement of Certain Students in Disciplinary Alternative Education Programs
§ 37.009. Conference; Hearing; Review
§ 37.0091. Notice to Noncustodial Parent
§ 37.010. Court Involvement
§ 37.011. Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program
§ 37.012. Funding of Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Programs
§ 37.013 Coordination Between School Districts and Juvenile Boards
§ 37.014. Court-Related Children-Liaison Officers
§ 37.015. Reports to Local Law Enforcement; Liability
§ 37.016. Report of Drug Offenses; Liability
§ 37.017. Destruction of Certain Records
§ 37.018. Information for Educators
§ 37.019. Emergency Placement or Expulsion
§ 37.020. Reports Relating to Expulsions and Disciplinary Alternative Education Program Placements
§ 37.021. Notice of Disciplinary Action
§ 37.021. Opportunity to Complete Courses During In-school and Certain Other Placements
§ 37.051. Establishment
§ 37.052. Cooperative Programs
§ 37.053. Cooperation of Governmental Agencies
§ 37.054. Parental Notice, Consent, and Access to Information
§ 37.055. Parental Involvement
§ 37.056. Court Supervision
SUBCHAPTER C. LAW AND ORDER
§ 37.081. School District Peace Officers and Security Personnel
§ 37.082. Possession of Paging Devices
§ 37.083. Discipline Management Programs; Sexual Harassment Policies
§ 37.084. Interagency Sharing of Records
SUBCHAPTER D. PROTECTION OF BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
§ 37.101. Applicability of Criminal Laws
§ 37.102. Rules; Penalty
§ 37.103. Enforcement of Rules
§ 37.104. Courts Having Jurisdiction
§ 37.105. Unauthorized Persons: Refusal of Entry, Ejection, Identification
§ 37.106. Vehicle Identification Insignia
§ 37.107. Trespass on School Grounds
§ 37.108 Multihazard Emergency Operations Plan: Security Audit
SUBCHAPTER E. PENAL PROVISIONS
§ 37.121. Fraternities, Sororities, Secret Societies, and Gangs
§ 37.122. Possession of Intoxicants on Public School Grounds
§ 37.123. Disruptive Activities
§ 37.124. Disruption of Classes
§ 37.125. Exhibition of Firearms
§ 37.126. Disruption of Transportation
SUBCHAPTER F. HAZING
§ 37.151. Definitions
§ 37.152. Personal Hazing Offense
§ 37.153. Organization Hazing Offense
§ 37.154. Consent Not a Defense
§ 37.155. Immunity From Prosecution Available
§ 37.156. Offenses in Addition to Other Penal Provisions
§ 37.157. Reporting by Medical Authorities
SUBCHAPTER G. TEXAS SCHOOL SAFETY CENTER
§ 37.201. Definition
FORMS AND REPORTS
Absence from Duty Report
Transportation Request
Reimbursement Claim Form
Family/Medical Leave Form (FMLA)
Fax Transmittal Sheet
Work Order Requests
Payroll Record
Travel Requisition
Employee Accident Report
Teacher Request for Transfer
Equipment Inventory
Furniture Inventory
Fund Raiser Request
Teacher Performance Criteria for Contract
Annual Performance Appraisal-Aides
ABSENCE FROM DUTY REPORT
(EACH EMPLOYEE MUST SUBMIT THIS REPORT IMMEDIATELY AFTER RETURNING TO DUTY.)
EMPLOYEE____________________________________________CAMPUS/DEPT._________________________
DATES AND REASON OF ABSENCE:_____________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
NUMBER OF DAYS ABSENT:____________
_________________________________________ _______________________________________
SIGNATURE OF PHYSICIAN SIGNATURE OF EMPLOYEE
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TO BE COMPLETED BY EMPLOYEE
# DAYS # DAYS
STATE LEAVE (accumulates and transfers ADDITIONAL LEAVE PER
among districts) 94-95 95-96 DISTRICT POLICY (Substi-
tute pay is docked.)
SICK LEAVE (employee/immediate SICK LEAVE (employee/
family _____ immediate family) _____
DEATH IN FAMILY (immediate) _____ PERSONAL BUSINESS _____
DISCRETIONARY LEAVE _____ DEATH IN FAMILY (immediate) _____
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TO BE COMPLETED BY CAMPUS OFFICE
NAME OF SUBSTITUTE(S) DATES
___________________________________________ _____________________________________
___________________________________________ _____________________________________
SIGNATURE OF PRINCIPAL_______________________________________
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TO BE COMPLETED BY CENTRAL OFFICE
STATE SICK LEAVE BALANCE ( 94-95) _____ LOCAL SICK LEAVE BALANCE _____
STATE PERSONAL BALANCE (95-96 ) _____ LOCAL BUS. LEAVE BALANCE _____
SIGNATURE OF SUPERINTENDENT______________________________________
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POLICY (DEC-LOCAL) EXCERPTS (Revised 7/1/97)
Under authority of Education Code 22.003 and to preserve the employee's leave entitlement while minimizing disruption to the instructional
program, the Board requires employees to differentiate between uses of personal leave:
1. DISCRETIONARY-To be taken at the individual employee's discretion, subject to limitations set out below.
2. NON-DISCRETIONARY-To be used for the same reasons and in the same manner as state sick leave accumulated prior to
May 30, 1995.
A notice of request for discretionary personal leave shall be submitted to the principal or designee two workdays in advance of the
anticipated absence; discretionary personal leave shall be granted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Discretionary personal leave may not be taken for more than five consecutive days, except in extenuating circumstances as determined by the
Superintendent.
Discretionary leave shall not be allowed on the day before a school holiday, the day after a school holiday, days scheduled for end-of-semester
or end-of-year exams, days scheduled for TAAS tests, nor on professional or staff development days. Under extenuating circumstances and
upon receiving prior approval from the principal, exceptions may be made.
All employees, except those persons employed on an hourly-wage basis, shall earn an additional five equivalent workdays of local extended
sick leave per school year, concurrently with state leave.
For purposes of personal illness in the immediate family, family emergency, or death in the immediate family, available leave shall be used in
the order chosen by the employee.
An employee absent more than three consecutive workdays because of personal illness shall submit, upon return to work, a medical
certification of illness and of his or her fitness to return to work.
At the end of each school year, professional and paraprofessional employees who have accumulated more than ten days of local sick leave
shall be allowed to choose to be reimbursed for each day over ten or to allow them to continue to accumulate to the District's limit of 30 days.
Professional employees who choose to be reimbursed for local sick leave shall be reimbursed at the rate of $50 for each day over ten.
Paraprofessional employees who choose to be reimbursed for local sick leave shall be reimbursed at the rate of $30 for each day over ten.
FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION ON THIS POLICY, REFER TO YOUR EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK.
REVISED: Summer 08
TRANSPORTATION REQUEST
Bus requests (blue forms only) for all trips should be turned in no later than 5 working days before the scheduled trip. Forms are available
in the principals' offices.
Date of Request:____________________________________ Date of Use:__________________________________
Destination:_____________________________________________________________________________________
Time of Departure:___________________ Place of Departure:___________________________________________
Approximate Time of Return:_________________ Number of Students:__________________________________
Activity:________________________________________________________________________________________
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Check one: Instructional Other (Specify if not one of the options in the next
section.)________________________________________
(Ex.-recreation, reward, etc.)
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Check use:
Band Athletic U.I.L. G/T Field Cheer- Vocational Special Ed.
Trip leaders
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Campus: High School Middle School Elementary
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SPONSORS
(PLEASE PRINT)
______________________________________________ ________________________________________________
______________________________________________ ________________________________________________
______________________________________________ ________________________________________________
______________________________________________ ________________________________________________
NEED BUS DRIVER? YES NO
REMARKS:_____________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________
SUPERINTENDENT/DESIGNEE
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CENTRAL OFFICE USE ONLY
BUS (#)_______ VAN_______ CAR_______ AG. TRUCK_______
ODOMETER READING: START__________________ FINISH____________________
TOTAL MILEAGE:___________________________________ REMARKS:___________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________
TRANSPORTATION DIRECTOR
CODE:___________________________________________________ AMOUNT:________________________
REIMBURSEMENT CLAIM
FOR
GASOLINE OR SUPPLIES
ITEMS PURCHASED REASON FOR PURCHASE AMOUNT
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
__________________________________________
SIGNATURE OF EMPLOYEE TOTAL CLAIM $______________
NOTE: THIS FORM SHOULD NOT HAVE TO BE USED BY ANY EMPLOYEE UNLESS PRIOR
APPROVAL HAS BEEN RECEIVED FROM A CAMPUS OR CENTRAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR.
ALL RECEIPTS MUST BE ATTACHED. THIS CLAIM MUST BE SUBMITTED BY THE END OF EACH
MONTH PRIOR TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED BOARD MEETING TO BE PROCESSED
FOR PAYMENT.
DILLEY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
FAMILY/MEDICAL LEAVE
EMPLOYEE REQUEST FOR LEAVE FORM
Type or Print
1. Name of employee: (First Name, Middle Initial, Last Name) 2. Employee's position:
3. Reason for requested leave: a. [ ] Birth of a son or daughter of the employee and in order to care
for such son or daughter.
b. [ ] Placement of a son or daughter with employee for adoption or
foster care.
c. [ ] In order to care for spouse, child, or parent with a serious health
condition.
d. [ ] Because of employee's own serious health condition that makes
him/her unable to perform job functions.
4. If "c," please check one: 5. If "c," state name and address of relation.
[ ] Spouse [ ] Child [ ] Parent
6. Date on which you wish to commence leave. 7. Date of anticipated return to work.
8. Are you requesting leave on an intermittent or 9. If "Yes," please give schedule of when you
reduced leave schedule? anticipate you will be unavailable for work.
[ ] Yes [ ] No
Employees seeking leave because of reason "3 (c)" or "3(d)" above must provide medical
certification within 15 days or as soon as practicable.
Employees seeking to return to work after a leave because of their own serious illness {reason
"3(d)"}, also must provide a medical certification of ability to perform job duties before they are
allowed to resume work.
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I hereby agree that while I am on leave, I will continue to pay my share of health insurance premiums
for myself and/or family (if any), unless I elect to discontinue such coverage. I also agree that if I fail
to return to work at the end of the leave period, I will reimburse the District for the cost of health
benefits provided during my leave, unless I fail to return to work because of the continuation, recurrence
or onset of a serious health condition or because of other circumstances beyond my control. If I am
unable to return to work because of a serious health condition, I will provide medical certification
from the appropriate health care provider stating that I am unable to perform the functions of my
position on the date that my leave expired or that I am needed to care for my spouse/parent/child
because he/she has a serious health condition on the date that my leave expired. I understand that
certification, as appropriate.
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Signed: Date:
DILLEY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
245 HWY. 117
DILLEY, TX 78017
FAX # (830) 965-4069
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ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:_____________________________________________
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(Work Order Requests are to be completed by the principals or their designees.)
WORK ORDER REQUESTS
DATE OF REQUEST:________________
SCHOOL:______________________________ROOM/SITE:__________________________________
SUMMARY OF PROBLEM:_____________________________________________________________
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PRIORITY:______________ 1 - SAFETY CONCERN/HAZARD
2 - INSTRUCTION SUFFERS
3 - STRUCTURAL/COSMETIC
4 - EMERGENCY
DISTRICT PRIORITY:_________________________________________________________________
ESTIMATE OF TIME NEEDED TO COMPLETE THIS TASK (HOURS)______________________
SUMMARY OF WORK PERFORMED:____________________________________________________________
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JOB DONE BY:_________________________________________
SIGNATURES UPON COMPLETION:
MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR_____________________________ DATE__________________________
PRINCIPAL_______________________________________________ DATE__________________________
SUPERINTENDENT________________________________________ DATE__________________________
PAYROLL RECORD
DILLEY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
NAME:_________________________________________________________________________________________
WEEK ENDING:__________________________________
A.M. P.M.
DAY TIME IN TIME OUT TIME IN TIME OUT TOTAL
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
WEEK ENDING:__________________________________
A.M. P.M.
DAY TIME IN TIME OUT TIME IN TIME OUT TOTAL
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SIGNATURE OF EMPLOYEE____________________________________
SIGNATURE OF SUPERVISOR___________________________________
TRAVEL REQUISITION
DILLEY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL YEAR
SCHOOL YEAR:____________________
DATE TIME DESTINATION AND OFFICIAL DUTIES TIME MILES
LEFT PERFORMED ARRIVED TRAVELED
REQUESTED BY:_____________________________TOTAL MILES__________x .505* = $_______________
Teacher/Employee HOTEL EXPENSE $_______________
MEAL ALLOWANCE $_______________
TOTAL TRAVEL CLAIMED $_______________
APPROVED BY:_____________________________________
SUPERINTENDENT/DESIGNEE
*subject to change
DILLEY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
EMPLOYEE ACCIDENT REPORT
Name of Injured:________________________________SS#____________________________________
Address:_______________________________________ Telephone:_____________________________
_______________________________________
Date of Birth:______________________ Age:_______ Sex: ________ Marital Status:______________
No. of Minor Children:___________ Phone No. of Friend or Relative_______________________
Date of Injury:____________ Time of Day:______________ Place of Accident:___________________
First Day Unable to Work: ________________________ Time: _______________________________
When did the principal, director, or supervisor first know of your injury?_______________________
______________________________________________________________________________________
Name of Principal, Director, or Supervisor:_________________________________________________
Describe fully how the accident occurred __________________________________________________
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Name(s) and address(es) of witness(es):
______________________________________ ____________________________________
______________________________________ ____________________________________
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Describe the injury in detail and indicate the part of the body affected.__________________________
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Probable Length of Name of Physician:__________________________
Absence From Duty:____________________ Hospital:___________________________________
Date:______________________________________
Signature of Injured:_______________________________________
It will be the responsibility of an injured employee to obtain a copy of this form from your principal, supervisor
or the nurse, and complete and file it with the Central Office.
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Employment:____________________ Salary_______________ Hours/Week__________
Days Per Week:____________ Date Filed With Workers' Comp.____________________________
Date Filed With Industrial Accident Board: ________________________________________________
TEACHER REQUEST FOR TRANSFER
DILLEY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
NAME:____________________________________ DATE:______________________________
CERTIFICATION(S) CURRENTLY HELD:_________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
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PERMIT(S) HELD FOR PRESENT POSITION:______________________________________
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PRESENT POSITION:____________________________________________________________
REQUESTED POSITION:_________________________________________________________
REASON(S) FOR REQUESTING REASSIGNMENT:__________________________________
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DATE___________________________ DATE___________________________
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PRESENT PRINCIPAL SIGNATURE PRESENT PRINCIPAL SIGNATURE
OF REQUESTED CAMPUS
COMMENTS_________________________ COMMENTS_________________________
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APPROVED
SUPERINTENDENT'S SIGNATURE DISAPPROVED
EQUIPMENT INVENTORY-DILLEY I.S.D.
NAME:____________________________________________CAMPUS:__________________________________DATE:_____________________________
DESCRIPTION I.D. NUMBER MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER BRAND QUANTITY LOCATION OR COMMENT
ROOM NUMBER
FURNITURE INVENTORY-DILLEY I.S.D.
NAME:________________________________CAMPUS:________________________DATE:_________________
DESCRIPTION I.D. NUMBER BRAND QUANTITY LOCATION OR COMMENT
ROOM NUMBER
DATE OF REQUEST:________________________
DILLEY SCHOOLS
FUND RAISER REQUEST FORM
CAMPUS:__________________________ORGANIZATION:____________________
DATE OF ACTIVITY:_______________ TIME OF ACTIVITY:________________
NUMBER OF STUDENTS INVOLVED:____________________________________
PROPOSED ACTIVITY AND PURPOSE OF FUNDRAISER:__________________
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SPONSOR SIGNATURE:_________________________________DATE:________________
PRINCIPAL SIGNATURE:________________________________DATE:________________
SUPERINTENDENT SIGNATURE:________________________DATE:________________
PLEASE SUBMIT FORM FOR APPROVAL AT LEAST TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO ACTIVITY OR
AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
TEACHER PERFORMANCE CRITERIA FOR CONTRACT RENEWAL
For the ______ - ______ School Year
Name_____________________Grade Level/Subject_______________Campus____________
DIRECTIONS
The criteria below are local performance expectations of teachers that are in addition to the
performance criteria specified in the Professional Development and Appraisal System.
These criteria will be considered in contract renewal for teachers. The teacher supervisor
should evaluate each of the following criteria according to the guidelines below. Areas that
are evaluated as below expectations should be supported by written comments. Supple-
mental documentation describing the nature of the problem may be attached.
RATING SCALE
ME Meets Expectations: Performance meets expectations and presents
no significant problems.
BE Below Expectations: Performance is consistently below expecta-
tions and significant problems exist.
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA COMMENTS
1. PROFESSIONAL RELATIONSHIPS 1. _____
The teacher maintains positive and effective working
relationships with colleagues, parents and the community.
2. SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS 2. _____
The teacher works cooperatively and complies
with directives and instructions from supervisors.
3. PUNCTUALITY 3. _____
The teacher is prompt in attendance to class periods
and other assigned duties.
4. ATTENDANCE 4. _____
The teacher has good attendance, and, when absent
complies with notification procedures and provides
adequate preparation for substitutes.
5. PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT 5. _____
The teacher meets the district's standards of professional
conduct.
6. EXTRACURRICULAR DUTIES 6. _____
The teacher provides appropriate supervision and
instruction for assigned extracurricular activities.
7. STUDENT PROGRESS 7. _____
The teacher's students demonstrate an acceptable
level of academic progress.
8. REPRESENTATION OF INFORMATION 8. _____
The teacher provides complete and accurate infor-
mation or facts to supervisors in the conduct of
district business.
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TEACHER'S SIGNATURE DATE
__________________________________________________ ________________________
PRINCIPAL'S SIGNATURE DATE
DILLEY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
ANNUAL PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL FOR INSTRUCTIONAL AIDES
INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE:__________________________________ASSIGNMENT:________________
SUPERVISOR:_____________________________________DATE:______________________________
Needs Improvement Satisfactory
I. Duties: Directly related to working with children-
* Works effectively with students, secure desirable results. ( ) ( )
* Likes children, demonstrates patience and kindness. ( ) ( )
* Enhances climate in classroom and on campus. ( ) ( )
* Supervises and assists with seatwork. ( ) ( )
* Works with a child in need of special attention (1 to 1 relationship). ( ) ( )
* Drills in reading or math (small groups or individual). ( ) ( )
* Supervises group engaged in art work and experiments. ( ) ( )
II. Duties: Related to assistance in working with teachers -
* Plans with teacher. ( ) ( )
* Works well with teacher and shares ideas and is open to suggestions. ( ) ( )
* Confers with teacher about specific children needs. ( ) ( )
* Operates audio-visual equipment. ( ) ( )
* Prepares instructional materials(dittos,etc.) accurately and efficiently.( ) ( )
* Prepares bulletin board materials in an attractive manner. ( ) ( )
* Helps create concrete learning centers under the teacher's direction. ( ) ( )
* Helps with classroom tasks, ie. arranging displays and keeping room
tidy. ( ) ( )
* Helps keep and maintain folder of representative work for each pupil.( ) ( )
* Helps in inventorying textbooks, materials, and equipment. ( ) ( )
* Performs such duties commensurate with their education, training,
and ability that may be assigned by the teacher or supervisor. ( ) ( )
III. Personal Characteristics-
* Is a willing worker, little guidance required. ( ) ( )
* Participates in job-related growth opportunities. ( ) ( )
* Accepts willingly a fair share of extra duties; volunteers assistance. ( ) ( )
* Cooperative ( ) ( )
* Completes tasks quickly and efficiently; needs no follow-up. ( ) ( )
* Is prompt in arriving at school, classes, and observes all other time
schedules set by the teacher or supervisor. ( ) ( )
* Has good taste. Always neat and well groomed. ( ) ( )
* Exhibits confidentiality concerning school-related matters. ( ) ( )
* Supports district and campus goals. ( ) ( )
Instructional Aide's Comments:___________________________________________________________________
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Evaluator's Comments:___________________________________________________________________________
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Weaknesses:_____________________________________________________________________________________
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Instructional Aide's Signature:___________________________________ Date:___________________________
Evaluator's Signature:__________________________________________ Date:___________________________
FEDERAL/STATE GRANT PROGRAMS
NATIONAL EDUCATION GOALS
Goal 1: School Readiness-All children in America will start school ready to learn.
Goal 2: School Completion-The high school graduation rate will increase to at least 90 percent.
Goal 3: Student Achievement and Citizenship-All students will leave grades 4, 8, and 12 having demonstrated competency
over challenging subject matter including English, mathematics, science, foreign languages, civics and government,
economics, arts, history, and geography, and every school in America will ensure that all students learn to use their
minds well, so they may be prepared for responsible citizenship, further learning, and productive employment in our
nation's modern economy.
Goal 4: Teacher Education and Professional Development-The nation's teaching force will have access to programs for the
continued improvement of their professional skills and the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to
instruct and prepare all American students for the next century.
Goal 5: Mathematics and Science- United States students will be first in the world in mathematics and science achievement.
Goal 6: Adult Literacy and Lifelong Learning-Every adult American will be literate and will possess the knowledge and skills
necessary to compete in a global economy and exercise the rights and responsibilities of citizenship.
Goal 7: Safe, Disciplined, and Alcohol-and Drug-Free Schools-Every school in the United States will be free of drugs,
violence, and the unauthorized presence of firearms and alcohol and will offer a disciplined environment conducive to
learning.
Goal 8: Parental Participation-Every school will promote partnerships that will increase parental involvement and
participation in promoting the social, emotional, and academic growth of children.
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Federal and State Grants
for Schoolwide Projects
Within the Dilley Independent School District
TITLE I, PART A
The purpose of this program (formerly know as Chapter I Regular) is to enable schools to provide opportunities for children served
to acquire the knowledge and skills contained in the challenging state content standards and to meet the challenging state
performance standards developed for all children. To accomplish this, Title I, Part A provides districts with funding for
supplemental education programs.
All of Dilley I.S.D.'s campuses are "schoolwide" programs. This was the choice of each of the campuses, and each was eligible to
become schoolwide based on the free-reduced lunch counts. Being schoolwide gives campuses more flexibility in making decisions
and serving students as they deem appropriate instead of the "targeted assistance" focus of years past. However, student scores
must reflect gains in order to continue as a schoolwide program.
Currently, Title I funds pay partial salaries for paraprofessionals at the Elementary and Middle School and partial salaries for
four teachers-one for an Elementary reading program, one for a High School math program, and two at the Middle School (reading
and math). The funds have also been used to purchase computers to supplement various programs.
The district shall comply with applicable statutes and rules and regulations of both state and federal authorities in receiving grants
and federal authorities in receiving grants and administering a program based on Title I funds. The district shall ensure that
programs and projects are of sufficient size, scope, and quality to give reasonable promise of substantial progress toward meeting
the special educational needs of the children being served.
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TITLE I, PART C (MIGRANT EDUCATION)
Funds approved for migrant projects will be expended for the purpose of providing supplementary, expanded, and enriched
educational programs for identified children of migrant laborers as set forth in the application and according to priorities based
upon need. Currently, our funds are commingled with Title I-Part A, Title VI, and Title IV, most for salaries of
paraprofessionals and the migrant services coordinator. However, educators must be knowledgeable about the purposes of
These funds:
1. support high-quality and comprehensive educational programs for migratory children to help reduce the educational
disruptions and other problems that result from repeated moves;
2. ensure that migratory children are provided with appropriate educational services (including supportive services) that
address their special needs in a coordinated and efficient manner;
3. ensure that migratory children have the opportunity to meet the same challenging State content standards and
challenging State student performance standards that all children are expected to meet;
4. design programs to help migratory children overcome educational disruption, cultural and language barriers, social
isolation, various health-related problems, and other factors that inhibit the ability of such children to do well in
school, and to prepare such children to make a successful transition to postsecondary education or employment; and
5. ensure that migratory children benefit from State and local systemic reforms.
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TITLE II, PART A, TEACHERS-PRINCIPALS TRAINING AND RECRUITMENT, CSR
Dilley I.S.D. has a "shared services" agreement with ESC 20 for this program. Our entitlement is turned over to the service
center and they are the fiscal agent for the money.
This program provides assistance to state and local education agencies for the improvement of teaching and learning through
sustained and intensive high-quality professional development activities in the core academic subjects.
The intent and purpose of the new Class-Size Reduction Program is to reduce the class size in the early elementary grades to 18
to fewer students using highly qualified teachers to increase achievement for regular and special needs students by providing
personal attention and a solid foundation for further learning so that all students learn to read independently by the third grade.
TITLE IV (SAFE AND DRUG-FREE SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITIES)
This program was authorized to make available to state and local education agencies supplemental financial assistance for drug use
and alcohol abuse education and prevention programs. Purposes listed within the SAS-213R99 are:
support programs that prevent violence in and around schools;
prevent the illegal use of alcohol, tobacco, and drugs;
involve parents; and
coordinate with related federal, state and community efforts and resources to promote safe and drug-free schools and
communities.
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CAREER AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
Organized educational programs which offer a sequence of courses which are directly related to the preparation of individuals in
paid or unpaid employment in current or emerging occupations requiring other than baccalaureate or advanced degree. The
District's career and technology courses are office systems technology, law enforcement, and early childhood professions which
are offered at High School.
TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION IN EDUCATION (TIE)
This grant is authorized by PL 103-382 ESEA, Title III, Part A, Subpart 2. The primary objective of it is to improve student
achievement by fully integrating technology into teaching and learning and to ensure that all Texas students are technologically
literate by 2010.
OPTIONAL EXTENDED YEAR
Based partially on a study, The Report on Grade Level Retention of Texas Students, 1992-93 and 1993-94, The Texas
Legislature and the State Board of Education recognized the need for an alternative to retention. Texas has chosen to support a
statewide effort to reduce and ultimately eliminate retention in favor of innovative alternatives that promote excellence and
equity. State compensatory funds are given to districts based on their at-risk students in the Fall PEIMS report. The purpose is
to reduce retention rates of students in grades K-12. The primary focus of the Optional Extended Year Program is to
immediately reduce and ultimately eliminate student retention.
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Policies for personnel
Table of Contents for Policies
Our policy manual can now be found on line at http://www.tasb.org/policy/pol/private/082902/.
AE (LEGAL) Education Philosophy…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….01
BQ (LEGAL) Planning and Decision-Making Process……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 02
BQ (LOCAL) Planning and Decision Making Process…………………………………………………………………………………………………. 05
BQA (LEGAL) Planning and Decision Making Process: District Level…………………………………………………………………… 06
BQA (LOCAL) Planning and Decision Making Process: District Level……………………………………………………………………. 08
BQB (LEGAL) Planning and Decision-Making Process: Campus-Level …………………………………………………………………. 09
BQB (LOCAL) Planning and Decision-Making Process: Campus-Level……………………………………………………………………. 11
CAA (LOCAL) Fiscal Management Goals and Objectives: Financial Ethics……………………………………………………….. 12
CK (LOCAL) Safety Program/Risk Management………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 14
CKA (LEGAL) Safety Program/Risk Management: Inspections ……………………………………………………………………………. 15
CKB (LOCAL) Safety Program/Risk Management: Accident Prevention and Reports……………………………………. 17
CKC (LEGAL) Safety Program/Risk Management: Emergency Plans…………………………………………………………………… 18
CKC (LOCAL) Safety Program/Risk Management: Emergency Plans……………………………………………………………………. 19
CQ (LEGAL) Electronic Communication and Data Management…………………………………………………………………………….. 20
CQ (LOCAL) Electronic Communication and Data Management……………………………………………………………………………….23
CRD (LEGAL) Insurance and Annuities Management: Health and Life Insurance……………………………………………… 24
CRD (LOCAL) Insurance and Annuities Management: Health and Life Insurance……………………………………………… 29
DAA (LEGAL) Employment Objectives: Equal Employment Opportunity………………………………………………………………… 30
DBAA (LEGAL) Employment Requirements: Criminal History and Credit Reports…………………………………………………33
DBD (LEGAL) Employment Requirements and Restrictions: Conflict of Interest………………………………………………. 36
DBD (LOCAL) Employment Requirements and Restrictions: Conflict of Interest………………………………………………. 39
DBD (EXHIBIT) Employment Requirements and Restrictions: Conflict of Interest …………………………………………… 40
DC (LEGAL) Employment Practices……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 43
DC (LOCAL) Employment Practices……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 46
DCA (LEGAL) Employment Practices: Probationary Contracts………………………………………………………………………………. 47
DCB (LEGAL) Employment Practices: Term Contracts………………………………………………………………………………………………… 48
DCB (LOCAL) Employment Practices: Term Contracts………………………………………………………………………………………………… 49
DCC (LEGAL) Employment Practices: Continuing Contracts……………………………………………………………………………………..50
DCC (LOCAL) Employment Practices: Continuing Contracts……………………………………………………………………………………. 51
DCD (LEGAL) Employment Practices: At-Will Employment……………………………………………………………………………………..52
DCD (LOCAL) Employment Practices: At-Will Employment……………………………………………………………………………………. 53
DCE (LEGAL) Employment Practices: Other Types of Contracts………………………………………………………………………… 54
DCE (LOCAL) Employment Practices: Other Types of Contracts……………………………………………………………………….. 55
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DEA (LEGAL) Compensation and Benefits: Salaries, Wages, and Stipends………………………………………………………… 56
DEA (LOCAL) Compensation and Benefits: Salaries, Wages, and Stipends………………………………………………………… 60
DEAA (LEGAL) Compensation and Benefits: Incentives and Stipends……………………………………………………………………. 62
DEAA (LOCAL) Compensation and Benefits: Incentives and Stipends……………………………………………………………………. 64
DEC (LEGAL) Compensation and Benefits: Leaves and Absences…………………………………………………………………………… 65
DEC (LOCAL) Compensation and Benefits: Leaves and Absences…………………………………………………………………………… 74
DEE (LEGAL) Compensation and Benefits: Expense Reimbursement…………………………………………………………………….. 76
DEE (LOCAL) Compensation and Benefits: Expense Reimbursement…………………………………………………………………….. 77
DF (LEGAL) Termination of Employment…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …78
DFAA (LEGAL) Probationary Contracts: Suspension/Termination During Contract……………………………………………..81
DFAA (LOCAL) Probationary Contracts: Suspension/Termination During Contract……………………………………………..82
DFAB (LEGAL) Probationary Contracts: Termination At End of Year………………………………………………………………………83
DFAC (LEGAL) Probationary Contracts: Return to Probationary Status………………………………………………………………… 84
DFBA (LEGAL) Term Contracts: Suspension/Termination during Contract……………………………………………………………. 85
DFBA (LOCAL) Term Contracts: Suspension/Termination during Contract……………………………………………………………. 86
DFBB (LEGAL) Term Contracts: Nonrenewal………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 87
DFBB (LOCAL) Term Contracts: Nonrenewal…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..88
DFBB (EXHIBIT) Term Contracts: Nonrenewal………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 90
DFCA (LEGAL) Continuing Contracts: Suspension/Termination………………………………………………………………………………….91
DFD (LEGAL) Termination of Contract: Hearings before Hearing Examiner……………………………………………………….92
DFD (LOCAL) Termination of Contract: Hearings before Hearing Examiner……………………………………………………….94
DFE (LEGAL) Termination of Contract: Resignation………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 95
DFE (LOCAL) Termination of Contract: Resignation………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 96
DFF (LOCAL) Termination of Contract: Reduction in Force……………………………………………………………………………………. 97
DG (LEGAL) Employee Rights and Privileges………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 99
DGBA (LEGAL) Personnel-Management Relations: Employee Complaints…………………………………………………………………. 102
DGBA (LOCAL) Personnel-Management Relations: Employee Complaints/Grievances…………………………………………… 104
DH (LEGAL) Employee Standards of Conduct……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 107
DH (LOCAL) Employee Standards of Conduct……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 108
DH (EXHIBIT) Employee Standards of Conduct……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 110
DHE (LEGAL) Employee Standards of Conduct: Searches and Alcohol/Drug Testing…………………………………….. 111
DHE (LOCAL) Employee Standards of Conduct: Searches and Alcohol/Drug Testing…………………………………….. 113
DHE (EXHIBIT) Employee Standards of Conduct: Searches and Alcohol/Drug Testing…………………………………….. 114
DI (LEGAL) Employee Welfare………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 115
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DI (LOCAL) Employee Welfare………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 116
DI (EXHIBIT) Employee Welfare……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 117
DIA (LEGAL) Employee Welfare: Freedom From Discrimination, Harassment, & Retaliation…………………… 118
DIA (LOCAL) Employee Welfare: Freedom From Discrimination , Harassment, & Retaliation ……………… .119
DK (LEGAL) Assignment and Schedules……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….122
DK (LOCAL) Assignment and Schedules……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….124
DMD (LOCAL) Professional Development: Professional Meetings and Visitation……………………………………………….125
DN (LOCAL) Performance Appraisal……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….126
DNA (LEGAL) Performance Appraisal: Evaluation of Teachers……………………………………………………………………………….127
DNA (LOCAL) Performance Appraisal: Evaluation of Teachers……………………………………………………………………………….132
DNB (LEGAL) Performance Appraisal: Evaluation of Other Professional Employees…………………………………………134
DNB (LOCAL) Performance Appraisal: Evaluation of Other Professional Employees………………………………………..135
EFA (LEGAL) Instructional Resources: Instructional Materials Selection and Adoption………………………………..136
EFA (LOCAL) Instructional Resources: Instructional Materials Selection and Adoption………………………………..137
EFA (EXHIBIT) Instructional Resources: Instructional Materials Selection and Adoption………………………………..139
EFE (LEGAL) Instructional Resources: Copyrighted Material………………………………………………………………………………….142
EFE (LOCAL) Instructional Resources: Copyrighted Material…………………………………………………………………………………. 145
EIA (LEGAL) Academic Achievement: Grading/Progress Reports to Parents……………………………………………………..146
EIA (LOCAL) Academic Achievement: Grading/Progress Reports to Parents……………………….…………………………….147
EIE (LEGAL) Academic Achievement: Retention and Promotion……………………………………………………………………………. 148
EIE (LOCAL) Academic Achievement: Retention and Promotion……………………………………………………………………………. 153
FB (LEGAL) Equal Educational Opportunities…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 155
FB (LOCAL) Equal Educational Opportunities……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 158
FFAC (LEGAL) Wellness and Health Services: Medical Treatment……………………………………………………………………….. 159
FFAC (LOCAL) Wellness and Health Services: Medical Treatment………………………………………………………………………… 162
FFAD (LEGAL) Wellness and Health Services: Communicable Diseases………………………………………………………………… 163
FFAD (LOCAL) Wellness and Health Services: Communicable Diseases………………………………………………………………... 164
FFG (LEGAL) Student Welfare: Child Abuse and Neglect………………………………………………………………………………………. 165
FFG (EXHIBIT) Student Welfare: Child Abuse and Neglect……………………………………………………………………………………. 168
FFH (LEGAL) Student Welfare: Freedom From Discrimination, Harassment, & Retaliation ……………… .169
FFH (LOCAL) Student Welfare: Freedom From Discrimination, Harassment, & Retaliation …………… .170
FFI (LOCAL) Student Welfare: Freedom From Bullying…………………………………………………………………………………………. 173
FL (LEGAL) Student Records………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 174
FL (LOCAL) Student Records………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 181
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FN (LOCAL) Student Rights and Responsibilities………………………………………………………………………………………………………..183
FNA (LEGAL) Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Expression…………………………………………………………………. 184
FNA (LOCAL) Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Expression………………………………………………………………….186
FNAA (LEGAL) Student Expression: Distribution of Nonschool Literature…………………………………………………………..188
FNAA (LOCAL) Student Expression Distribution of Nonschool Literature……………………………………………………………..189
FNAB(LEGAL) Student Expression: Use of School Facilities for Nonschool Purposes……………………………………..190
FNAB (LOCAL) Student Expression: Use of School Facilities for Nonschool Purposes……………………………………..192
FNC (LEGAL) Student Rights and Responsibilities: Student Conduct………………………………………………………………….. 193
FNC (LOCAL) Student Rights and Responsibilities: Student Conduct…………………………………………………………………….194
FNG (LEGAL) Student Rights and Responsibilities: Student and Parent Complaints/Grievances…………………… 195
FNG (LOCAL) Student Rights and Responsibilities: Student and Parent Complaints/Grievances…………………… 197
FO (LEGAL) Student Discipline………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..201
FO (LOCAL) Student Discipline………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..204
GB (LEGAL) Public Information Program……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….206
GBA (LEGAL) Public Information Program: Access to Public Information…………………………………………………………. 207
GBAA (LEGAL) Information Access Requests for Information………………………………………………………………………………… 212
GBAA (EXHIBIT) Information Access Requests for Information………………………………………………………………………………….220
GBBA (LOCAL) School Communications Program: News Media Relations………………………………………………………………. 222
GRA (LEGAL) Relations with Governmental Entities Local Governmental Authorities……………………………………… 223
GRA (LOCAL) Relations with Governmental Entities: Local Governmental Authorities……………………………………. 227
GRA (EXHIBIT) Relations with Governmental Entities: Local Governmental Authorities……………………………………. 228