1. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
      2. Direct Certifcation Fact Sheet
      3. AHERA Notice
      4. A Note on Parent Involvement

Keshequa Central sChool
SUCCESS
2009-2010
1
11-01
NON PROFIT
ORGANIZATION
US POSTAGE
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PERMIT NO. 1
NUNDA NY 14517
KeshequaCentralSchoolDistrictMissionStatement
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responsibly meet the challenges of the twenty-first century.
School Board Members
Superintendent
District Clerk
Business Ofcial
PRIDE

Offce Hours
All administrative offices within the District are
open between 7:30 am and 4:00 pm daily all year.
They may be contacted by telephoning the ap-
propriate office.
Board ofEducation
The Board ofEducation establishes policies and
adopts regulations for the conduct of the public
schools. Its seven members, who serve without
pay, are elected by the qualified voters of the
District for a term of four years.
Responsibility for administering Board policies
is vested in the Superintendent of Schools.
Board of Education and
Term Expires
Anita Buchinger, June 2010
1457 St. Helena Rd., Mt. Morris NY 14510
Mark Ewing, June 2012
1831 Hoagland Rd., Mt. Morris NY 14510
Ken Forrester, June 2013
9949 Oakland St., Dalton, NY 14836
Todd Galton, June 2013
2146 Mill St., Nunda, NY 14517
Paul Jackson, June 2011
PO Box 1063, Nunda NY 14517
Jennifer Reichard, June 2010
12 Vermont St., Nunda, NY 14517
Barbara Waddle, June 2012
8350 Veley Rd., Mt. Morris NY 14510
Board Meetings
Meetings are usually held at 7:00 pm in the Board
Room of the Nunda Building (the November and
March meetings are held in the Dalton Building)
on the second and fourth Thursday of each month
(with some exceptions toaccommodate holidays).
Both meetings are regular business meetings.
District residents are welcome toattend these
meetings.
Resolving a Concern
The recommended procedure is to call the teacher first, then the respective principal – Elementary,
Middle or High – then the Superintendent. If the problem hasn’t been resolved, you may contact the
Board of Education. It is important to follow this order in resolving concerns.
School Phone Numbers
Elementary School......................................................................................................................................476-2234
Middle School...............................................................................................................................................468-2541
High School ..................................................................................................................................................468-2541
Central Business Office.............................................................................................................................. 468-2541
Bus Garage...................................................................................................................................................476-5789
Central Administration Offces
Marilyn Capawan, Superintendent ........................................................................................ 468-2541 ext. 1105
Dominic Aloisio, Business Administrator .............................................................................. 468-2541 ext. 1115
Tammy Clark, District Clerk/Sect. to the Supt. .................................................................... 468-2541 ext. 1105
TBD, Director of Curriculum and Instruction....................................................................... 468-2541 ext. 1102
Craig Benson, Director of Special Education ......................................................................... 468-2541 ext. 2039
Jill Cotton, Special Education Secretary ................................................................................ 468-2541 ext. 2034
Tina Button, District Treasurer ............................................................................................... 468-2541 ext. 1113
Susan Wojack, Payroll Clerk .................................................................................................... 468-2541 ext. 4113
Brenda Simmons, Account Clerk/Typist ................................................................................ 468-2541 ext. 1104
Kimberly Flint, Food Service Director .................................................................................... 468-2541 ext. 1173
James Van Sickle, Supt. of Buildings & Grounds................................................................. 468-2541 ext. 1179
Ivan Beardsley, Transportation Supervisor............................................................................................ 476-5789
Nunda Middle/High School (6-12)
Mark Mattle, Middle/High School Principal.......................................................................... 468-2541 ext. 2019
Michele Seifried, Middle/High School Secretary................................................................... 468-2541 ext. 2017
Deb Beaumont, Guidance ......................................................................................................... 468-2541 ext. 2010
Annette Prince, Guidance ......................................................................................................... 468-2541 ext. 2008
Debbie Simpson, Guidance Secretary ..................................................................................... 468-2541 ext. 4012
Pete Piraino, Athletic Director ................................................................................................. 468-2541 ext. 1197
Erin Galbraith, School Psychologist ........................................................................................ 468-2541 ext. 2033
Nedra Stevens, MS/HS Nurse.................................................................................................. 468-2541 ext. 2027
Rachel Thayer, Guidance........................................................................................................................... 468-2541
Dalton Elementary School (Pre-K-5)
Ami Hunt, Elementary Principal ............................................................................................ 476-2234 ext. 1133
Brenda Weaver, Elementary Secretary .................................................................................. 476-2234 ext. 1132
Tom Wiggins, Elementary Guidance ...................................................................................... 476-2234 ext. 1128
Noreen Sanford, School Nurse ................................................................................................. 476-2234 ext. 1148
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Parent-Teacher conferences for Grades K-8
have been set for November 23 & 24, 2009. These
conferences have been animportant and valuable
part of pupil reporting procedures in our schools
for some time. The value of parent-teacher confer-
ences comes from a frank and honest exchange of
information which can help both parties have a
better understanding ofthe child, his/her abilities,
his/her needs, the experiences which have formed
his/her background todate, and the aspirations
which will form his/her education in the future. To
help realize this value we offer the following sug-
gestions:
1. Please plan to keep the conference that you
have scheduled.
2. If you are unable to keep your appointment,
kindly notify the school as soon as possible.
4. Before attending the conference, you may find it
helpful to make a list of things you wish to discuss
with the teacher.
School Web Site
Visit the Keshequa Central School District website
at HTTP://www.keshequa.org
KCS District Has a Special
800 Phone Line
There is a special phone line into the Kes-
hequa Central School Superintendent’s office
for anyone who has a concern they would
like tocommunicate anonymously with the
superintendent. This would include safety is-
sues such as inappropriate or illicit activity on
school grounds during the school day or after
hours.
The number is 1-800-397-3177.
District Offce (585) 468-2541 • Middle School/High School Offce (585) 468-2541 • Elementary Offce (585) 476-2234
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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
To apply for free and reduced price meals, s
ed from the Office of Temporary and Disab
ility Assistance OR complete
only one application for your household using the instructi
ons.. Sign the application and return the application to
separate application for
each
foster child. Call the school if you need help
sure that all information is provided. Failure to do
so
may result in denial of benefits for your child or
unnecessary delay in approving your application.
PART 1
ALL HOUSEHOLDS MUST COMPLETE STUDENT INFORMATION. DO NOT FILL OUT MORE THAN ONE APPLICATION FOR YOUR
HOUSEHOLD.
(1)
Print the names of the children for w
hom you are applying on one application. (F
or Foster Children, see Part 2)
(2)
List their grade and school.
PART 2
HOUSEHOLDS WITH A FOSTER CHILD SHOULD COMPLETE THIS PART AND SIGN PART 5.
A foster child is the legal responsibility
of a welfare agency or court. A separate application must be completed for each foster child.
(1)
List the foster child’s monthly “personal use” income. (“Personal
Use” income is money given by
the welfare office identified
by
category for the child’s personal use, such as an allowance, and a
ll other money the child gets, such as money from his/her fam
ily or
money from the child’s employmen
t.) Write “0” if the foster child does not get “personal use” income. SKIP PART 4. Do not li
st any
other children, household members or inco
me, or a social security number.
(2)
A foster parent or other official representing the child must sign the application in PART 5.
PART 3 HOUSEHOLDS GETTING FOOD STAMPS, TANF OR FDPIR SH
OULD COMPLETE THIS PART AND SIGN PART 5. COMPLETE A SEPARATE
APPLICATION FOR A CHILD/CHILDREN
WITH A DIFFERENT CASE NUMBER.
(1)
List a current Food Stamp case number, TANF
or FDPIR (Food Distribution Program on I
ndian Reservations) number. Do not use the
number on your benefit card. The case
number is provided on your benefit letter.
(2)
An adult household member must sign the application in PART 5. SKI
P PART 4. Do not list names of household members or income
if you list a food stamp case
number, TANF or FDPIR number.
PARTS 4 & 5
ALL OTHER HOUSEHOLDS MUST COMPLETE THESE PARTS AND ALL OF PART 5.
(1)
Write the names of everyone in your household, whether or not they get income. In
clude yourself, the children you are applying
for,
all other children, your spouse, grandparents, and other relat
ed and unrelated people in your hous
ehold. Use another piece of
paper
if you need more space.
(2)
Write the amount of current income each household member receives
, before taxes or anything else is taken out, and indicate whe
re
it came from, such as earnings, welfare,
pensions and other income. If the current income was more or less than usual, write t
hat
person’s usual income.
Specify how often this income amount is received: weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, 2 x per month.
Changes in income during the school
year no longer need to be reported.
(3)
The value of any child care provided or a
rranged, or any amount received as payment for
such child care or reimbursement for co
sts
incurred for such care under the Child Care and Development
Block Grant, TANF and At Risk Child Care Programs should
not
be
considered as income for this program.
(4)
The application must include the social security number of the adult who signs
PART 5
if Part 4 is completed. If the adult does not
have a social security number, write “none”.
If you listed a food stamp, TANF or FDPIR number, or if you are applying for a fo
ster
child, a social security number is not needed.
OTHER BENEFITS:
Your child may be eligible for benefits such as Medicaid or Child
ren’s Health Insurance Program
(CHIP). In order to determine
if your child is eligible,
program officials need information from your free and reduced price meal application. Your written consent is required before any information may be released. Please refer to
the attached parent Disclosure Letter and Consent Statement for information about other benefits.
PRIVACY ACT STATEMENT
Section 9 of the National School Lunch Act requires that unless your
children’s food stamp, TANF or FDPIR case number is prov
ided, you must include the social security
number of the adult household member signing the application, or indicate that the household member does not have a social secu
rity number. The disclosure of a social
security number is voluntary. However, if a social security number is not given or an indication is not made that the signer d
oes not have such a number, the application cannot
be approved. The social security number may be used to identify the household member in carrying out efforts to verify the cor
rectness of information stated on the application.
These verification efforts may be carried out through program reviews, audits and investigations and may include contacting em
ployers to determine income, contacting a food
stamp or welfare office to determine current certification for
receipt of food stamps or other benefits, contacting the State employment security office to determine the amount of
benefits received and checking the documentation produced by household members to prove the amount of income received. These e
fforts may result in a loss or reduction of
benefits, administrative claims, or legal actions if incorrect information is reported.
DISCRIMINATION COMPLAINTS
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agricultur
e policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on
the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender,
or disability. To file a complaint, write to
USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400
Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call
(800) 795-3272 or (202) 720-6382 (TTY)
. USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Whom to Consult
If your question concerns your child’s work, the classroom or subject the teacher should be consulted.
Do this through the principal’s office. If your questions concern your child’s educational program at the
secondary level, the guidance counselor should be consulted. If your concern is a matter of school proce-
dure or function, consult the principal of your child’s school.
Parent Volunteers
What is “Project Star”?
Project Star is a volunteer program at the elementary building.
Who can be a volunteer?
A volunteer can be a parent, an older brother or sister, a grandparent, or any member of the com-
munity. A volunteer may be new to town or have lived here a long time. It is not necessary to have
a child in school to be a volunteer. No previous training, diploma, or degree is necessary. Volunteers
do not teach but are trained to work with the teacher and under the teacher’s supervision, to rein-
force materials presented by the teacher, or provide assistance to the teacher in the classroom.
Not all volunteer work is done in the classroom. Some volunteer work might include binding
books that students have written, making copies, or helping a teacher to prepare a bulletin board.
There are a thousand and one things you can do to help us help children. Volunteers and school
staff make a good partnership for the entire community.
If you are interested in becoming a “Project Star” volunteer, please contact the Elementary
School at 476-2234.
family Vacations
Occasionally parents remove their children from school for family vacations. It is important to remem-
ber that teachers cannot replicate the class experiences a pupil misses. Teachers will do their best to
assist pupils who are absent, although they must balance this task with their normal teaching responsi-
bilities. Pupils must assume the responsibility ofinitiating the make-up process with their teachers.
Use of School Buildings & Grounds
As in the past, outside organizations will be able to use school facilities. The contact person is the
Secretary to the Superintendent. She can be contacted between the hours of 7:30 am to 4 pm, Monday
through Friday, at the Superintendent’s Office located in the Middle/High School Building or by calling
468-2541 ext. 1105. The room cannot be reserved until a building use form is completed and returned
to the Superintendent’s Office. These forms are available in the Superintendent’s Office or in either
school building office. When the completed form is returned to the Superintendent’s Office, it will then be
processed. The organization will be notified as soon as possible as to availability and building use fees, if
applicable.
Medications
If it is necessary for a child to take internal medication during school hours:
1. The parent must submit a written request to the school nurse.
2. The family physician must submit a written request in which he/she indicates the frequency and
the dosage of the medication and the purpose for which it is prescribed.
3. The medication should be delivered to the school nurse by the parent or legal guardian.
4. The medication will be kept in the health office and administered by, or under the supervision of,
the school nurse.
5. Medication must be in the prescribed bottle.
How To...
Register New Students
For appointments: Grades Pre-K-5 phone 476-2234 ext. 1132. Grades 6-12 phone 468-2541 ext. 2017.
Bring birth certificate, immunization, social security card, most recent report card, and if appropriate,
guardianship papers.
Withdraw a Student
Phone the school your child attends. Complete school separation papers. Provide the district with the
name of the school to which the student is transferring.
Schedule a Meeting With a Teacher
Contact your child’s teacher at the appropriate school.
Change a Student Schedule, Obtain Financial Aid Information for
College, Process a College Application, Check onaStudent’s Academic
Progress
Contact your child’s guidance counselor at468-2541 ext. 4012.
Qualify for Free/Reduced Meals
Obtain the necessary application form from the building office. Complete the form accurately and
return it to the appropriate building office. Free/reduced lunch applications are located on the last
page of the calendar.
Qualify to Vote in School Elections
You must be a citizen of the U.S.,18 years of age or older, and a resident of the school district thirty
(30) days prior to the vote.
Obtain Working Papers
Phone 468-2541 ext. 2017. Necessary forms will bedistributed from the Middle/High School Office.
Discuss Transportation Problems
Phone the Transportation Supervisor at 476-5789 or your child’s Principal at 476-2234 ext. 1132
(Elementary School) or 468-2541 ext. 2017 (Middle/High School).
Become a Member of National Honor Society & Junior National Honor Society
There are processes and criteria that need to be met by the student in order to be inducted.
Students are first recognized for consideration in NHS or JNHS by their overall average. To qual-
ify, a student in seventh or eighth grade must have a thirty-week cumulative average of 89.5. For
grades ten, eleven and twelve a student needs a thirty- week cumulative average for that school year
of 90. These grades are obtained after the thirty-week report cards are completed.
Students are then notified that they have the opportunity to apply for selection to the JNHS or
NHS and will be asked to complete a “Student Activity Information Form” listing all co-curricular,
leadership, service and community activities in which they have participated. Another step of the
process is that all teachers, advisors and coaches are asked to provide feedback on the qualifying
students’ scholarship, leadership, character and service to school.
After all this information is gathered a Faculty Council is formed, one for NHS and one for JNHS,
and it is this council that will review the materials and make the final selection. Once their selections
are made, students will be notified and asked to review their letter of acceptance. The students will
then respond in writing as to whether they will accept membership into the Society.
The selection of members to National Honor Society and Junior National Honor Society occurs an-
nually. Each year current members are reviewed and new members qualify for membership.
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_____F _____R _____D
Temp Free Expires _______
*45 Days*
FAMILY APPLICATION FOR FREE AND REDUCED PRICE SCHOOL MEALS/MILK
To apply for free and reduced price meals for your children, read the instructions on the back, complete only one form per household, sign your name and return it to
Keshequa Central School
. Call
468-2541
if you need help. For additional names, list on a sheet of p
aper.
1.
CHILDREN IN SCHOOL: (
Complete a
separate
application for each foster child or us the Single Child Application.)
Children’s Names (Last, First, MI)
Grade/Teacher
School
2.
FOSTER CHILD:
If the above named child is the legal responsibilit
y of a welfare agency or court, check this box
.
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Attachment IIIA
School Year 2009-2010
Withdrew ________
COMPLETE ONLY ONE APPLICATION FOR YOUR HOUSEHOLD
List the child’s personal use income:
(Write “0” if the child has no personal use income.) Skip to Part 5.
3. HOUSEHOLDS GETTING FOOD STAMPS OR TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE TO NEEDY FAMILIES (TANF):
Complete this section and sign the
application in Part 5
OR
submit a Direct Certification letter from the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance or
Food Distribution Program on In
dian
Reservations (FDPIR). Complete a separate application for childr
en with a different case number or
no case number. Write your
case number as
provided on your benefit letter,
not the number on your benefit card.
Food Stamp Case #:
TANF/FDPIR Case #:
4.
HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS & TOTAL HOUSEHOLD INCOME:
If you did not give a food stamp or TANF ca
se number, or submit a Direct Certification
letter, complete this part and all of part 5.
Show how often each amount is received.
See Examples
CURRENT INCOME/PAY PERIOD
Examples
: $100.29/
weekly
, $100.29/
bi-weekly
, $100.29/
2x per month
, $100.29/
monthly
If pay period is not noted, the revi
ewing official will process the reporte
d income amount as received WEEKLY.
List the names of everyone in your household
Earnings From Work
Before deductions
Child Support,
Alimony, Etc.
Payments from
Pension or Retirement
Other Income
1. ___________________________________
2. ___________________________________
3. ___________________________________
4. ___________________________________
5. ___________________________________
6. ___________________________________
7. ___________________________________
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5. SIGNATURE:
An adult household member MUST sign the application before it can be approved.
I
certify that all of the information is true and that all income is reported. I understand that the information is being given for the school to receive federal funds; that school
officials may verify the information and that deliberate misrepresentation of the information may subject me to prosecution und
er applicable State and federal laws, and my
children may lose meal benefits.
SIGNATURE:
___________________________________
DATE:
SOCIAL SECURITY #___ ___ ___-___ ___-___ ___ ___ ___
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Home Telephone Work Telephone
Mailing Address
Zip Code
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
:
If
Part 4
is completed, the adult who signs the application
must
provide his/her Soci
al Security number.
ANNUAL INCOME CONVERSION (ONLY CONVERT WHEN MULTIPLE FREQUENCIES
ARE REPORTED ON APPLICATIONS): WEEKLY X 52; EVERY 2 WEEKS X
26;
TWICE A MONTH X 24;MONTHLY X 12
DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE – FOR SCHOOL USE ONLY
…
FOOD STAMP, TANF, Foster Child
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INCOME HOUSEHOLD: Total Household In
come/Frequency: __________________/______________________ Household Size: ____________
Application APPROVED for:
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Free Meals
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Reduced Price Meals
…
Temporary Free (expires in 45 days)___/___/___
…
Application DENIED
Date Notice Sent: __________________ Signature of
Reviewing Official: __________________________________________ Date: ______
___________
Excusing Children During the
School Day
If a parent/guardian wants a child excused
during the school day, a written request must
be sent to school. Parents must come to the
nurse’s office to sign children out.
Visitors
You are welcome in our schools at any time.
All visitors (including parents) should sign in at
the information desk located in the lobby and
report their presence and reason for being in
the building. This request is made to aid you,
to prevent the interruption of classes, and to
prevent unauthorized individuals from enter-
ing the building. The buildings are locked but
you may ring a buzzer for admittance to the
main entrance of the Elementary School and
the Church Street entrance of the Middle/High
School.
Breakfast & Lunch Programs
The Keshequa Central School Breakfast and
Lunch Programs operate on a self support-
ing basis under state and federal regulations.
Monthly menus are distributed to all elemen-
tary students and posted in the Elementary and
Middle/Senior high school buildings, along with
being posted on our website @ www.keshequa.
org. The prices for the 2009-2010 school year
are as follows:
• K-5 Breakfast Price $1.25 / 6-12 Breakfast
Price is $1.35
• K-5 Lunch Price $1.75 / 6-12 Lunch Price
$1.85
• Milk 45¢
A salad bar is available at the Middle/High
School for grades 6-12 and at the Elementary
School for Grades 3-5. Sandwiches are available
daily at the Middle/High School only.
Emergency School Closings
When schools must be closed, the decision is
made by the Superintendent of Schools based
on available information and recommendations.
If the decision is made to close the schools, the
Superintendent informs the following radio and
television stations which then broadcast the
information immediately:
Radio:
WHAM (1180AM), WBEE (92.5FM),
WPXY (97.9 FM/1280AM), WISH (95FM)
Television:
WKBW (channel 7), WHEC (chan-
nel 10), WOKR (channel 13)
If the schools must close during the day,
parents should make sure children know in
advance what to do should they come home
unexpectedly and find no one there. Prior ar-
rangements should be made to have children
cared for until a parent arrives home.
injury or illness in School
In cases of illness or injury a student will not
be sent home from school until the parent or
legal guardian has been reached by phone and
appropriate arrangements are made for his/her
transportation from school. If the school nurse
is unable to reach the parent or guardian, the
child will be appropriately cared for in school for
the remainder of the school day.
In the event of a serious injury or illness in
school, appropriate first aid will be provided
by the school nurse, and the parent or legal
guardian will be contacted by phone. It is the
responsibility of the parent or legal guardian to
obtain subsequent treatment for the child. In
the event that a parent or legal guardian cannot
be contacted, or the injury is of an extremely
serious nature, the school nurse may, at her
discretion, have the student transported to the
nearest emergency room by ambulance.
Should an accident or injury occur at school,
the following procedures should be instituted.
The accident must be reported to the school
nurse. She will fill out her portion of the School
Accident Report which will be provided to the
parent/guardian to complete and submit to the
insurance company according to the procedures
outlined in the pamphlet provided. Please bear
in mind that, generally, claims must be done in
a timely fashion and proceed from the time of
an accident within prescribed deadlines. You
must also keep bills and receipts in order to
submit appropriate proof when making a claim.
The school’s accident insurance is designed
to pick up where private medical insurance
coverage leaves off. All medical bills should be
submitted to your own insurance carrier first.
After your carrier has acted upon the claim, the
school’s insurance, under certain circumstanc-
es, may be considered for further claim.
Homebound Instruction
On occasion, students are unavoidably away
from school for an extended period of time
because of illness or injury. When parents
know their child will be absent for a period of
thirty days or more, they can request instruc-
tion at home through the building principal.
The request must be accompanied by a doctor’s
note. The principal will arrange for temporary
homebound instruction.
a ttendance and a bsence
New York State Education Law states that
all children between the ages of 6 and 16 years
of age in proper physical and mental condi-
tion shall receive full-time instruction public,
private or parochial school.
There are some new policies and regulations
regarding attendance at the Middle/Senior
High School. First, at the Keshequa Central
School attendance is required until the end of a
school year in which students turn 17. Second,
there are minimum attendance levels for
students to earn credit in a course. (The Middle/
Senior High School Student Handbook explains
the regulations in detail.)
absence
In accordance with the Laws of New York
State and the Regulation of the Commissioner
of Education, the following are excused reasons
for absence in the Keshequa Central School
District: 1) Personal illness; 2) Illness or death
in the family; 3) Remedial health treatment
(doctor, dentist, etc.); 4) Required appearance in
court; 5) Religious observation; 6) Impassable
roads or weather; 7) Approved cooperative work
program.
Excuses for Absence
Upon returning to school, a student who was
absent must give his/her homeroom teacher
and/or Nurse’s Office, a note stating the reason
for the absence. This note must be signed by a
parent/guardian.
Early Dismissal from the Regular
School Day
Students may be excused for short periods of
time during the day for dental and other medi-
cal appointments. A note signed by a parent/
guardian must be presented stating the child’s
name, date, and reason for the early dismissal.
The student will then sign out in the Nurse’s
Office. A parent/guardian must pick their child
up. (Other adults must have written permission
from parent/guardian.)
Pre-Notifcation of Student Absence
Parents have the responsibility of inform-
ing the school of any anticipated absence. This
should be done so arrangements can be made
prior to the absence for make-up instruction.
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Conduct on School Property
The Keshequa Central School District expects a high standard of conduct from its students, faculty
and support staff, as well as visitors to the schools. The school will enforce a code of conduct which
governs the conduct of all persons, whether or not their presence is authorized, upon any premises or
property under the control ofthe district and used inits teaching, administrative, cultural, recreational,
athletic, and other programs and activities.
No Person, Whether alone or With others, Shall:
1.
willfully injure any other person or threaten to do so;
2.
willfully damage or remove district property;
3.
disrupt the orderly conduct of classes, school programs or other school activities;
4.
distribute or wear materials on school grounds which appear obscene, which advocate illegal action,
discriminate against race, nationality, religion, orsexual orientation, appear libelous, disruptive to
the school program or obstruct the rights of others;
5.
intimidate, harass, or discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age or
disability;
6.
enter upon any portion of the school premises without authorization or remain in any building or
facility after it is normally closed;
7.
obstruct the free movement of any person in any place to which these rules apply;
8.
violate traffic law, parking regulations or other restrictions on vehicles;
9.
possess, consume, sell, distribute orexchange alcoholic beverages, controlled substance, orbe under
the influence of either on school property or at any school-related function;
10. possess or use firearms and/or other weapons, including air guns, pistols, rifles, shotguns, ammuni-
tion, explosives, box cutters, knives, gas canisters, pepper spray or other noxious spray in or on school
property (except in the case of law enforcement officers or except as specifically authorized by the
school district);
11. loiter on or about school grounds;
12. gamble on school premises;
13. refuse to comply with any lawful order of an identifiable school district official acting in the perfor-
mance of his or her duties;
14. willfully incite others to commit any of the act herein prohibited; and/or
15. violate any federal or state statute, local ordinance, or Board policy.
Penalties:
Anyone who violates any of the provisions of these rules is subject to appropriate penalties, up to and
including reprimand, suspension, ejection, arrest, and/or prosecution.
Dear Parent/Guardian:
REDUCED PRICE ELIGIBILITY INCOME CHART
Efective from July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
Household Size
Annual
Monthly
Twice Per Month
Every Two Weeks
Weekly
1
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$20,036
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$1,670
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$835
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$771
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$386
2
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$26,955
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$2,247
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$1,124
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$1,037
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$519
3
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$33,874
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$2,823
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$1,412
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$1,303
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$652
4
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$40,793
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$3,400
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$1,700
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$1,569
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$785
5
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$47,712
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$3,976
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$1,988
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$1,836
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$918
6
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$54,631
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$4,553
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$2,277
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$2,102
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$1,051
7
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$61,550
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$5,130
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$2,565
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$2,368
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$1,184
8
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$68,469
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$5,706
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$2,853
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$2,634
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$1,317
For each additional family
member add:
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$6,919
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$577
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$289
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$267
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$134
Childrenneedhealthymealstolearn.(SchoolName)offershealthymealseveryschoolday.For
gradesK-5breakfastcosts$1.25andlunchcosts$1.75.Forgrades6-12breakfastcosts$1.35and
lunchcosts$1.85.Childrenfromhouseholdsthatmeetfederalincomeguidelines(outlinedbelow)
areeligibleforfreemealsorreducedpricemeals.Reducedpricemealscosteacheligiblestudent
$.25 for lunch and $.25 for breakfast. To apply for free or reduced price meals, submit a Direct
CertifcationletterfromtheNYSOffceofTemporaryandDisabilityAssistanceORcompletethe
enclosedapplication,signit,andreturnittoKeshequaCentralSchoolassoonaspossible.Please
refer to the guidelines contained in this letter when completing the application. We cannot approve
an application that is not complete, so be sure to fll out all
1. Do I need to fll out an application for each child?
for free or reduced price meals. Do not fll out more than one a
2. Who can get free meals?
ChildreninhouseholdsgettingFoodStampsorTANFandmost
fosterchildrencangetfreemealsregardlessofyourincome.Also,yourchildrencangetfreemealsif
your household income is within the free limits on the Federal Income Guidelines. Each foster child
must be listed on a separate application, with Part 2 completed and include an adult signature.
3. Can homeless, runaway and migrant children get free meals?
Pleasecall468-2541ext.
1115 to see if your child(ren) qualify, if you have not been informed that they will get free meals.
4. Who can get reduced price meals?
Your children can get low cost meals if your household
income is within the reduced price limits on the Federal Income Chart, shown on this application.
5.ShouldIflloutanapplicationifIreceivedaletterthisschoolyearsayingmy
children are approved for free or reduced price meals?
Please read the letter you received
carefully and follow the instructions. Call the school at [phone number] if you have questions.
6. I get WIC, can my child(ren) get free meals?
Children in households participating in WIC
may be eligible for free or reduced price meals. Please fll out
an application.
7. Will the information I give be checked?
Theschoolmayaskyouatanytimeduringthe
schoolyeartoverifyyoureligibility.Youwillbenotifed,inwriting,ifyouhavebeenselectedfor
Verifcation. School offcials may ask you to send papers showing
that your child should receive free
or reduce price meals at the time you applied.
8. If I don’t qualify now, may I apply later?
Yes.Youmayapplyatanytimeduringtheschoolyearif
your household size goes up, income goes down, or if you start getting Food Stamps, TANF or other
benefts. If you lose your job, your children may be able to get
free or reduced price meals.
9. What if I disagree with the school’s decision about my appli
cation?
Youshouldtalk
toschooloffcials.Youalsomayaskforahearingbycallingorwritingto:[name,address,phone
number].
10. May I apply if someone in my household is not a U.S. citize
n?
Yes.Youoryour
child(ren) do not have to be a U.S. citizen to qualify for free or reduced price meals.
11. Who should I include as members of my household?
Youmustincludeallpeopleliving
inyourhousehold,relatedornot(suchasgrandparents,otherrelatives,orfriends).Youmust
include yourself and all children who live with you.
12. What if my income is not always the same?
Listtheamountthatyounormallyget.For
example, if you normally get $1000 each month, but you missed some work last month and only got
$900,putdownthatyouget$1000permonth.Ifyounormallygetovertime,includeit,butnotif
you get it only sometimes.
Income Chart:
The following chart lists income levels according to household size and income
levelsreceivedeitheryearly,monthlyorweekly.Ifyourtotalhouseholdincomeisthesameor
less than the amounts on the Income Chart below, your children may be eligible to receive free or
reduced price meals.
How to Apply:
TogetfreeorreducedpricemealsforyourchildrenyoumaysubmitaDirect
Certifcation letter received from the NYS Offce of Temporary an
d Disability Assistance, OR care
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fullycompleteoneapplicationforyourhouseholdandreturnittothedesignatedoffce.Ifyou
nowreceivefoodstamps,TemporaryAssistancetoNeedyFamilies(TANF)foranychildren,or
participate in the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR), the application must
includethechildren’snames,thehouseholdfoodstamp,TANForFDPIRcasenumberandthe
signature of an adult household member. All children with the s
ame case number may be listed on
the same application. Separate applications are required for children with different case numbers.
Ifyoudonotlistafoodstamp,TANForFDPIRcasenumberforallthechildrenforwhomyouare
applying,theapplicationmustincludethenamesofeveryoneinthehousehold,theamountof
incomeeachhouseholdmember,andhowoftenitisreceivedandwhereitcomesfrom.Itmust
includethesignatureofanadulthouseholdmemberandthatadult’ssocialsecuritynumber,orthe
word“none”iftheadultdoesnothaveasocialsecuritynumber.Anapplicationthatisnotcomplete
cannotbeapproved.ContactyourlocalDepartmentofSocialServicesforyourfoodstamporTANF
case number or complete the income portion of the application.
Reporting Changes:
The benefts that you are approved for at the time of applicati
fortheentireschoolyear.Younolongerneedtoreportchangesforanincreaseinincomeor
decrease in household size, or if you no longer receive food stamps.
Income Exclusions:
Thevalueofanychildcareprovidedorarranged,oranyamountreceivedas
paymentforsuchchildcareorreimbursementforcostsincurredforsuchcareundertheChildCare
Development (Block Grant) Fund should not be considered as income for this program.
Nondiscrimination Statement:
This explains what to do if you believe you have been treated
unfairly.InaccordancewithFederallawandU.S.DepartmentofAgriculturepolicy,thisinstitutionis
prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To
fle a complaint of discrimination, write: USDA, Director, Offce
of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence
Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272
or (202) 720-6382 (TTY). USDA is
an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Meal Service to Children With Disabilities:
Federalregulationsrequireschoolsandinstitutions
to serve meals at no extra charge to children with a disability
which may restrict their diet. A student
withadisabilityisdefnedin7CFRPart15b.3ofFederalregulations,asonewhohasaphysicalor
mentalimpairmentwhichsubstantiallylimitsoneormoremajorlifeactivities.Majorlifeactivities
are defned to include functions such as caring for one’s self,
performing manual tasks, walking,
seeing,hearing,speaking,breathing,learning,andworking.Youmustrequestthespecialmeals
fromtheschoolandprovidetheschoolwithmedicalcertifcationfromamedicaldoctor.Ifyou
believeyourchildneedssubstitutionsbecauseofadisability,pleasegetintouchwithusforfurther
information, as there is specifc information that the medical c
ertifcation must contain.
Confdentiality:
The United States Department of Agriculture has approved the release of students
namesandeligibilitystatus,withoutparent/guardianconsent,topersonsdirectlyconnectedwith
the administration or enforcement of federal education programs such as Title I and the National
AssessmentofEducationalProgress(NAEP),whichareUnitedStatesDepartmentofEducation
programs used to determine areas such as the allocation of funds to schools, to evaluate socioeco
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nomic status of the school’s attendance area, and to assess educational progress. Information may
also be released to State health or State education programs administered by the State agency or
local education agency, provided the State or local education agency administers the program, and
federalStateorlocalnutritionprogramssimilartotheNationalSchoolLunchProgram.Additionally,
allinformationcontainedinthefreeandreducedpriceapplicationmaybereleasedtopersons
directly connected with the administration or enforcement of programs authorized under the Na
-
tionalSchoolLunchAct(NSLA)orChildNutritionAct(CNA);includingtheNationalSchoolLunch
and School Breakfast Programs, the Special Milk Program, the Ch
ild and Adult Care Food Program,
SummerFoodServiceProgramandtheSpecialSupplementalNutritionProgramforWomenInfants
and Children (WIC); the Comptroller General of the United State
s for audit purposes, and federal,
Stateorlocallawenforcementoffcialsinvestigatingallegedviolationoftheprogramsunderthe
NSLA or CNA.
ThedisclosureofeligibilityinformationnotspecifcallyauthorizedbytheNSLArequiresawritten
consent statement from the parent/guardian.
We will let you know when your application is approved or denied.
Sincerely,
Marilyn Capawan, Superintendent
CODE
As required by law, the
OF
Code of Conduct
CONDUCT
will be reviewed and given to all students.
Printed below is a summary of the Code of Conduct for parents and all visitors.
Beha
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Please find guidelines, which will be used to determine consequences for misbehavior in school. The
district reserves the right todetermine the appropriate consequence depending onthe severity of
conduct.
Level I Examples
Level I Consequences
Disruptive in class ....................................................... As per Class Management Plan
Unprepared for class ................................................... Record intervention on Level I Referral Form
Failure to follow teacher directions ........................... Call home to parent/guardian
Inappropriate language or gestures .......................... Mail appropriate copy of Referral Form home
Inappropriate items (see Contraband) ...................... Law enforcement consultation or law
enforcement referral
Level II Examples
Level II Consequences
Cheating/Plagarism..................................................... Zero for work
Forgery.......................................................................... Suspension: 1,3,5 days
Harassment (verbal) ................................................... Extended detention
Harassment (physical) ................................................ Teacher consequences
Failed to stay for detention......................................... Law enforcement consultation or law
enforcement referral
Level III Examples:
Level III Consequences
Use, abuse or possession of illegal substance ........... Suspension 5 days
Arson............................................................................. Law enforcement referral
Assault/Fighting .......................................................... Superintendent’s Hearing
Bomb threat*/False fire alarm................................... Restitution, Peer mediation
*A bomb threat is a NYS Felony
Harassment (Sexual, physical, or verbal)................. Ten or more days any type of suspension
(including ISS, OSS, etc.)
Theft/Vandalism/Weapons ......................................... Ten or more days any type of suspension
(including ISS, OSS, etc.)
Behavior Code For Chemical Substances
Examples of Misconduct:
• Being under the influence of, or possessing, an
alcoholic beverage, tobacco, other intoxicants,
or other drugs on the school grounds, in school
buildings, while under school supervision
Presenting any substance as a drug
Possession ofdrug paraphernalia, including
(but not limited to: rolling papers, roach clips,
razors, scales, and needles)
Student Consequences:
• Student will undergo a mutually agreed upon
certified, chemical use/abuse/dependency
evaluation.
• Five Day Out of School Suspension
• Tobacco: Student will be suspended 1,3 or 5
days (for each occurrence)
Student will attend Insight Class 7 times or as
they are scheduled *Failure to attend Insight
Class will result inthe suspension/restriction
from extra-curricular activities for 20 weeks.
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Level I Examples
Level I Consequences
Refusal to follow rules for the person in charge ....... Verbal reprimand and warning
Inappropriate gesture or language............................ Counseling
Actions that are inappropriate by the ....................... Special assignment/Withdrawal of privileges
student that could result in a safety problem
Principal contact/Parent contact
for self and others
Horseplay ..................................................................... Special assignment/Withdrawal of privileges
Principal contact/Parent contact
Name calling/and or picking on other children ........ Special assignment/Withdrawal of privileges
Principal contact/Parent contact
Actions that are inappropriate, distracting and ....... Special assignment/Withdrawal of privileges
disruptive to the teacher and/or other students
Principal contact/Parent contact
Homework not completed (unprepared for class)..... Special assignment/Withdrawal of privileges
Principal contact/Parent contact
Level II Examples
Level II Consequences
Destruction of property ............................................... Administrative reprimand
Fighting ........................................................................ Withdrawal of privileges
Swearing....................................................................... Counseling referral (school support personnel)
Harassment - verbal or physical................................ Special assignment
Smoking........................................................................ Parent involvement/notification
Insubordination (repeated or defiant refusal .......... Extended detention 2:20 - 5:00 pm
to follow directions)
In-School suspension
Assignments not completed repeatedly..................... Referral to outside agency
Lying ............................................................................. Parent conference
Level III Examples
Level III Consequences
Unmodified Level I or II misbehaviors...................... Parent hearing
Arson/false reporting of fire........................................ Suspension
Deliberately striking another..................................... Psychological treatment
Possession/use/transfer of dangerous weapons ........ Other school placement
Violations of federal, state or local laws .................... Charged under NYS criminal code or
Possession of harmful or controlled .......................... Referred to appropriate law enforcement agency
substances/Theft
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CODE OF CONDUCT
Rules & Regulations
Conduct Expected on School Buses
A bus driver’s job is a difficult one - to ensure that each student has a safe ride to and from school. Bus
drivers have the same student supervision responsibilities as teachers. Thus, the school bus is an exten-
sion of the classroom. Therefore, students are expected to follow these rules when they are on the bus:
1.
Remember that all school rules apply on the bus.
2.
Stay seated until the bus stops (then, if needed, ask your driver for permission to move to another
seat).
3.
Talk quietly using your “three foot voice.”
4.
Keep the bus clean (i.e., no littering, eating, chewing gum, drinking).
5.
Keep your hands, feet, and objects to yourself.
6.
Be courteous at all times (i.e., no vulgar/obscene language or behavior and no put downs, no insults).
7.
Keep the bus safe (i.e. don’t bring glass objects, pets, matches, firecrackers, lighters, aerosol cans,
etc.).
8.
Cross 10 feet in front of the bus - make sure you make eye contact with the driver before crossing
the street.
Student Discipline
One of the most important lessons education teaches is discipline. While it does not appear as a sub-
ject, it is one of the foundation blocks for a successful school experience. It is the principles of self-control,
character development, good citizenship and positive interactions with others that help children tobe
successful. Inan atmosphere ofconsistency and clearly defined expectations followed with rewards and
consequences, children will have a clear understanding of how behavior impacts themselves and others.
Our daily emphasis is on the positive nature of each child - reinforcing the qualities that lead to a healthy
self esteem. With this understanding, children can then develop themselves into well-rounded individu-
als with a strong foundation to become good citizens within a community.
Along with many ways toemphasize positive behaviors, our discipline code describes different levels of
infractions from minor to very severe misbehaviors. The code defines each level and its procedure. Some
examples ofstudent behavior and possible consequences are also included.
As part of the District’s discipline procedure, we feel the home and school need to work together as
partners. Communication is a vital link to that partnership. When major discipline issues are involved, a
school conduct report will be sent home. We ask that you discuss this with your child as a family concern,
add your comments and return it to school.
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Direct Certifcation Fact Sheet
Direct certification is the process that enables children from families receiving food stamps or Tempo-
rary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) to receive free meals or free milk at school without having to
complete an application. In New York State, TANF is the program used to disseminate Temporary As-
sistance to Needy Families (TANF) funds. TANF has replaced Aid to Families with Dependent Children
(AFDC) as a result of welfare reform legislation. In conjunction with the State Education Department,
the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (TADA) is sending a letter to all
families with school-age children (ages 4-18) who currently receive food stamps or TANF benefits. This
letter (sample follows) can be submitted to the child’s school as certification of eligibility of the child/chil-
dren listed for free meals or milk in lieu of the family completing an application for free meals/milk. SFAs
must still provide families with school-age children free/reduced price applications and parent letter.
Direct Certification results in more students gaining access to the school nutrition programs, because
some parents do not complete the application forms correctly or do not submit applications. Since direct
certification letters do not need to be reviewed for completeness, administrative time incurred by review-
ing officials toprocess applications will bereduced. Additionally, direct certification letters are not subject
to the verification process and will reduce the number of applications which schools must verify, thereby
further reducing administrative time and cost.
To deter ineligible families from receiving benefits, the letter from TADA will use three different fonts
or print styles - one for the family name and address, another for the body, and a third for the listing of
eligible children.
Families must submit the original letter to the child’s school in order to protect the integrity of the
process.
Families applying for food stamps or TANF after the annual Direct Certification letters have been
generated are receiving a statement with their approval of benefits notice. This statement is also an ad-
ditional acceptable form of direct certification. Families must provide both the cover letter (which has the
family name and address) and the page that validates that the children named are eligible for free meals.
Record keeping and reporting requirements for children whose eligibility isobtained from these direct
certification letters are the same as for free and reduced price application forms. They must be:
• retrievable by building, where the child is fed;
• and maintained for three years plus the current year, regardless of the child’s actual attendance during
this period.
Please ensure that principals, teachers and the school lunch director inyour district/school are made
aware of this method of certification for free meals/milk and the name of the reviewing official. In the
event that some students present them with a direct certification letter, they would be able to forward it
directly to the reviewing official for immediate processing.
Use of Pesticides on School Grounds
According to Education Law Section 409-h all public and private schools in New York State are to
inform parents and employees regarding the use of pesticides on school grounds. This notification is
provided three times per year following winter and spring recess and at the end of the school year. The
notification is to include the date, location and product used for each pesticide application at the school
since the last notice.
The district is also to maintain a list of staff and parents that wish to receive 48-hour advance written
notice of pesticide applications, with instructions on how to register and receive such notice. A notice will
be published in our school newsletter, The Chronicle, for individuals interested in receiving such notifica-
tion.
Below is a sample letter faculty, staff and parents may use if interested in receiving prior notifica-
tion. I would ask that all letters be returned to the Payroll Clerk for new employees and to the building
principal for current employees and students, who will in turn send them to our Buildings and Grounds
Supervisor, Mr. VanSickle who will keep those names on file.
Should anyone have questions regarding this process or the use of pesticides, please contact James
VanSickle at 585-468-2541 ext. 1179.
Sample Letter to Request Notifcation of School Pesticide Application
Date _______________________________________
Dear
It is my understanding that, starting July 1, 2001, a state law requires every school to maintain
a list of parents/employees who wish to receive advance notice of pesticide applications at Keshequa
Central School buildings. Each time pesticides are scheduled to be applied, parents and employees on
the list must be provided with a written notice at least 48-hours in advance that will specify the spe-
cific date and location of the application, the name and EPA registration number of the product being
applied, the name and number of person at the school who can be contacted to discuss the precautions
being taken toprotect children from exposure, and telephone numbers ofinformation services that
can provide specific information about the pesticides being applied.
Please consider this my formal request to be placed on the list to receive those notices and informa-
tion. If the notices are mailed, please mail them to me at the following address:
___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
I can be reached by telephone at the following numbers:
___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
Sincerely,
_____________________________________________
(signature)
Student Dress Code – Policy #7312
All students are expected to give proper attention to personal cleanliness and to dress appropriately for
school and school functions. Students and their parent(s) have the primary responsibility for acceptable
student dress and appearance. Teachers and all other District personnel should exemplify and reinforce
acceptable dress and help students develop anunderstanding ofappropriate appearance inthe school
setting.
Student Dress Code
As stated in Board of Education Policy #7312, the responsibility for the dress and appearance of stu-
dents shall rest with individual students and parents. They have the right to determine how the student
shall dress, provided that such attire does not interfere with the operation of the school or infringe upon
the general health, safety and welfare of District students or employees. Student dress and appearance
must be in accordance with the District Code of Conduct. The administration is authorized to take action
in instances where individual dress does not meet these stated requirements.
While the school administration may require students participating inphysical education classes to
wear certain types of clothing such as sneakers, socks, shorts, tee shirts, they may not prescribe a specific
brand which students must buy.
This policy does not mean that student, faculty, or parent groups may not recommend appropriate
dress for school or special occasions. It means that a student shall not be prevented from attending school
or a school function, or otherwise be discriminated against, so long as his/her dress and appearance meet
the above requirements. Each building principal or his or her designee shall be responsible for informing
all students and their parents of the student dress code at the beginning of the school year and any revi-
sions to the dress code made during the school year.
Astudent’s dress, grooming and appearance, including hair style/color/ jewelry, make-up, and nails,
shall:
1. be safe, appropriate and not disrupt or interfere with the educational process.
2. recognize that extremely brief and see-through garments are not appropriate.
3. ensure that underwear is completely covered by outer clothing.
4. include footwear at all times; footwear that is a safety hazard will not be allowed.
5. include the wearing of hats only in the hallway, except for a medical or religious purpose.
6. not include items that are vulgar, obscene, libelous, or denigrate others on account of race, color,
religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, or disability.
7. not promote and/or endorse the use of alcohol, tobacco, or illegal drugs and /or encourage other illegal
or violent activities.
8. not distract or go against reasonable health and safety standards.
The following modes of dress are deemed unacceptable as they disrupt and interfere with the educa-
tional process:
• Swimsuits
• Garments that are too short or too tight, (e. g. spandex shorts, short-shorts, etc.); shorts should be at
least finger tip length
• Bare feet
• Garments with obscene messages or that advertise drugs or alcohol
• Bare midriffs and backs, halter tops, tube tops, strapless tops, spaghetti straps, muscle shirts; (top
straps should be a minimum width of 2”)
Clothes
that expose the body/underwear when reaching or bending (see through clothing)
Torn
clothing that exposes the skin or underwear
Hats
may be worn in the hallways.
Offensive
jewelry or offensive body ornaments
Dog
collars or chains e.g. around the neck, belt loop to wallet, wrist, etc.)
Any
other item that is distracting or goes against reasonable health and safety standards
Violation Of Dress Code
Students who violate the student dress code shall be required to modify their appearance by covering
or removing the offending item and, if necessary or practical, replacing it with an acceptable item. Any
student who refuses to do so shall be subject to discipline, up to and including suspension for the day.
Any student who repeatedly fails to comply with the dress code shall be subject to further discipline, up
to and including out of school suspension.
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immunizations
Under Section 2164 of the New York State Public Health law, all children attending school must
be immunized against diphtheria, polio, measles, mumps, and rubella. Minimum requirements
include the following:
• 3 doses of diphtheria toxoid (usually administered as either DTP, DT,Td, or DTAP)
• 3 doses of oral polio vaccine (OPV) or 4 doses of Salk vaccine (IPV) administered after 1968.
• 2 doses of live measles vaccine, first administrated after the age of 12 months and one after 15
months of age.
• 1 dose of live mumps vaccine administered after the age of 12 months.
• 1 dose of live rubella vaccine administered after the age of 12 months, or serological evidence of
rubella Immunity (blood test). The rubella requirement does not apply to females over age 11.
Students who have had measles or mumps must provide a signed certificate from a licensed physi-
cian verifying the diagnosis. If this is not provided, the child must be vaccinated.
Incoming 7
th
graders must have the Hepatitis B vaccine series
.
Immunizations can be received from your family physician or at one of these free clinics which is
held the:
• First Tuesday of each month at the Masonic Temple, 68 Elizabeth St., Dansville, 4:30 – 6:00
pm,
• Second Tuesday of each month at the Untied Methodist Church, State and Church St., Dalton,
9:30 – 11:00 am,
• Third Tuesday of each month, Central Presbyterian Church, 133 Genesee St., Avon,
4:30 – 6:00 pm or the
• Fourth Tuesday of each month at the Livingston County Dept. of Health, Bldg #2, Mt. Morris,
4:30 – 6:00 pm
For more information about these free clinics call the Livingston County Health Department at
243-7290.
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Notifcation ofParental Rights toWithhold Certain Information from
Military Recruiters
Pursuant to the No Child Left Behind Act, The Keshequa Central School District must disclose to
military recruiters orinstitutions ofhigher learning, upon request, the names, addresses and telephone
numbers of high school students. The district must also notify parents of their right and the right of their
child to request that the district not release such information without prior written parental consent.
Parents wishing to exercise their option to withhold their consent to the release of the above informa-
tion to military recruiters or institutions of higher learning must send a written objection to the Building
Principal by September 30, 2009.
Notifcation of Rights Under Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment
The Board of Education recognizes that student privacy is an important concern of parents and the
Board wishes to ensure that student privacy is protected pursuant to the Protection of Pupil Rights
Amendment, as revised by the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001. To that end, the Board has adopted a
policy on student privacy.
Under the Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment, as revised by the No Child Left Behind Act, and
the Keshequa Central School District policy on student privacy, you have the right to opt your child out of
the following activities:
1.
The collection, disclosure and use of personal information gathered from students for the purpose
of marketing or selling that information. This does not apply to the collection, disclosure, or use of
personal information collected from students for the exclusive purpose ofdeveloping, evaluating or
providing educational products or services for, or to students, such as:
a. college or other postsecondary education recruitment, or military recruitment;
b. book clubs, magazines and programs providing access to low-cost literary products;
c. curriculum and instructional materials used in schools;
d. tests and assessments used toprovide cognitive, evaluative, diagnostic, clinical, aptitude, or
achievement information for students or to generate other statistically useful data for the pur-
pose of securing such tests and assessments, and the subsequent analysis and public release of
the aggregate data from such tests and assessments;
e. student recognition programs; and
f.
the sale by students of products or services to raise funds for school-related activities.
2.
The administration of any survey revealing information concerning one or more of the following:
a. political affiliations or beliefs of the student or the student’s parent;
b. mental or psychological problems of the student or the student’s family;
c. sex behavior or attitudes;
d. illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating or demeaning behavior;
e. critical appraisals of other individuals with whom respondents have close family relationships;
f.
legally recognized privileged oranalogous relationships, such asthoseof lawyers, physicians and
ministers;
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Dear Parent or Eligible Student:
This is to advise you of your rights with respect to student records pursuant to the Family Edu-
cational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). FERPA is a federal law designed to protect the privacy of
student records. The law gives parents and students over 18 years of age (referred to in the law as
“eligible students”) the following rights:
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The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days of the
day the district receives a request for access.
Parents or eligible students should submit
to the Building Principal a written request that identifies the records they wish to inspect. The
Principal will make arrangements for access and notify the parent or eligible student of the time
and place where the records may be inspected.
2.
The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the parent
or eligible student believes are inaccurate or misleading.
Parents or eligible students may
ask the district to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading by writing the
principal, clearly identifying the part of the record they want changed, and specifying why it is
inaccurate or misleading.
If the district decides not to amend the record as requested by the parent or eligible student, the
district will notify the parent or eligible student of the decision and advise them of their right to a
hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing pro-
cedures will be provided to the parent or eligible student when notified of the right to a hearing.
3.
The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifable information contained in
the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclo-
sure without consent.
One exception which permits disclosure without consent is disclosure to
school officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is a person employed by the
district asan administrator, supervisor, instructor, orsupport staff member (including health or
medical staff and law enforcement unit personnel); a person serving on the school board; a person
or company with whom the district has contracted to perform a special task (such as an attorney,
auditor, medical consultant, or therapist); or a parent or student serving on an official committee,
such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his
or her tasks.
A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education
record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility.
Upon request, the district discloses education records without consent to officials or another school
district in which a student seeks or intends to enroll.
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The right to fle a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning al-
leged failures by the district to comply with the requirements of FERPA.
The Office
that administers FERPA is: Family Policy Compliance Office, U.S. Department of Education, 600
Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20202-4605
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g. religious practices, affiliations or beliefs of the student or the student’s parent; or
h. income (other that that required by law to determine eligibility for participation in a program or
for receiving financial assistance under such program).
3.
The administration ofany non-emergency, invasive physical examination orscreening that is
required as a condition of attendance, administered by the school not necessary to protect the im-
mediate health or safety of the student or other students and not otherwise permitted or required by
state law. The term “invasive physical examination’ means any medical examination that involves
the exposure of private body parts, or any act during such examination that includes incision, inser-
tion, or injection into the body, but does not include a hearing, vision or scoliosis screening. It does
not apply to any physical examination or screening required or permitted under state law, including
those permitted without parental notification.
If you have any questions about the district’s student privacy policy and your right to opt your child
out of certain activities, please contact the Building Principal.
Parental Right ToRequest and Review Information Regarding Teacher
Qualifcations
In accordance with the federal No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, parents and guardians have the right
to request specific information about the professional qualifications oftheirchildren’s classroom teachers.
As a parent/guardian of a student in the Keshequa Central School District, you have the right to request
the following information:
• If the teacher has met New York State qualifications and licensing criteria for the grade levels and
subject areas he or she teaches;
• Whether the teacher is teaching under emergency or other provisional status through which the state
qualification or licensing criteria have been waived;
• The teacher’s college major; whether the teacher has any advanced degrees and, if so, the subject of
the degrees; and
• If your child is provided services by any instructional aides or similar paraprofessionals provide ser-
vices to your child and, if they do, their qualifications.
Requests for information about the qualifications of your child’s teacher(s) can be directed to the Build-
ing Principal. All requests will be honored in a timely manner. Thank you for your continued support and
interest in your child’s education.
In addition to the rights outlined above, FERPA also gives the school district the option of designating
certain categories ofstudent information as“directory information.” Directory information includes a
student’s name, address, telephone number, date and place of birth, major course of study, participation
in school activities or sports, weight and height if a member of an athletic team, dates of attendance,
degrees and awards received, most recent school attended, class schedule, photograph, e-mail address,
and class roster.
You may object to the release of any or all of this “directory information.” However, you must do so in
writing by September 30, 2009. If we do no receive a written objection, we will be authorized to release
this information without your consent.
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(AsbestosHazardEmergencyResponseAct)
ThebuildingsintheKeshequaCentralSchoolDistrict
havebeeninspectedforAsbestosContainingBuilding
Materials(ACBM).Mapsindicatingthelocationsandthe
conditionoftheACBMcanbeviewedbycontactingthe
local education agency designee, James VanSickle, Main
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tenance Department at (585) 468-2541 ext. 1179.
Request For Pesticide Application Notifcation
The Keshequa Central School District is required to maintain a list of persons in parental relation,
faculty, and staff who wish to receive 48-hour prior written notice of certain pesticide applications. The
following pesticide applications are not subject to prior notification requirements:
• anti-microbial products
• nonvolatile rodenticides in tamper-resistant bait stations in areas inaccessible to children
• nonvolatile insecticidal baits in tamper-resistant bait stations in areas inaccessible to children
• silica gel and other nonvolatile ready-to-use pastes, foams, or gels in areas inaccessible to children
• boric acid and disodium octaborate tetrahydrate
• the application of EPA-designated biopesticides
• the application of EPA-designated exempt material under 40 CFR 152.25
• the use of aerosol products with a directed spray in containers of 18 fluid ounces or less when used
to protect individuals from animminent threat from stinging and biting insects including venomous
spiders, bees, wasps, and hornets.
In addition, there will be no written notice of such application when a school remains unoccupied for a
continuous 72 hours following an application.
In the event of an emergency application necessary to protect against an imminent threat to hu-
man health, a good-faith effort will be made to supply written notification to those on the 48-hour prior
notification list. If you would like to receive 48- hour prior notification of pesticide applications that are
scheduled to occur in your school, please send the following information to Keshequa Central School,
Attn: Jim VanSickle, PO Box 517, Nunda, NY 14517: 1) Student’s Name; 2) Parent’s Name; 3) Address;
4) Evening Phone:
Please feel free to contact the Office of the Superintendent at 585-468-2451 ext. 1105 for further infor-
mation on these requirements.
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Counseling Services
The support services of the school counselor are
offered by the school in order to help your child be
as successful as possible in his/her learning experi-
ence and personal growth.
Besides providing individual counseling, the
school counselor offers Changing Family Support
Groups at the elementary school for those children
who have experienced changes in their family
structures such asseparation, divorce, remarriage,
death, etc. Also offered are support groups in
friendship skills, problem solving, stress manage-
ment and “classroom survival” skills.
Due tothe increasing difficulties alcohol
and drug use and abuse in families present for
children, the school counselor offers a Concerned
Persons Support Group atthe elementary school
dealing with these issues. In the case of this sup-
port group, children with concerns may ask to join
on their own, though parents who know that this
could be a problem in their families should contact
the school counselor toinclude their children. All
information in this area is held in strict confidence.
If you have any questions about any of these
groups and your child’s involvement, please con-
tact the school counselor. Together we can make
your child’s elementary school years asproductive
as possible.
Speech & Language Services
In accordance with federal regulations (PL
94.142) and state regulations (Part 200), Keshequa
Central School is obliged to identify, locate, evalu-
ate and provide speech and language services for
those children in need.
In the spring of each year, all prospective
kindergarten students are screened for speech
and language difficulties. During the course of
the year, all new students to our district and all
referrals are also screened. If a child is found to be
in need of further speech and/or language testing,
the parent will be notified regarding permission
for such further testing and any necessary speech
and/or language therapy. Therapy sessions are
held during school hours. Children meet with the
school speech/language pathologist one tofive
times per week, depending ontheirindividual
needs. Every effort is made to schedule children
when itwill least disrupt their classroom subjects
and activities.
School Psychologist Services
We have the services of a school psychologist at
both the Middle/ High and Elementary Schools.
The psychologist, with the referral of a teacher and
consent of the parents, will examine a student.
The examination is for the purpose of helping to
determine the learning conditions and other ser-
vices necessary to provide the child with the best
possible educational program. The school psycholo-
gist also provides consultation with parents with
suggestions that may help any given situation.
Programs for Students Under
Section 504 ofthe Rehabilitation
Act of 1973
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
prohibits discrimination against persons with
adisability inany program receiving federal
financial assistance. The Keshequa Central School
District acknowledges its responsibility under
Section 504 toavoiddiscrimination inpolicies and
practices regarding its personnel and students. No
discrimination against any person with a disabil-
ity shall knowingly be permitted in any program
or practices in the school district. Under Section
504 the school district has the responsibility to
identify and evaluate individuals who need special
accommodations.
Special Education Services
Keshequa offers a full range of special education
programs. We applied for and were granted a New
York State variance for an “Innovative” program.
This program, a “Blended” Model, allows us to
provide special education services inthe general
education classroom. Itis a collaborative approach
with services being provided to the students by
avariety ofprofessionals, including the regular
education teacher, special education teacher
and special area teachers (such as Speech and
Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist,
or Remedial Staff) who work together to plan and
teach cooperatively. Special education services are
delivered to the children in the regular educa-
tion classroom rather than the students receiving
services in a separate setting. At times however,
small groups of students are brought together to
focus on specific needs. In addition, the District
has self-contained programs for our students who
need more intensive services. A wide range of re-
lated services are provided including, Speech and
Language Therapy, Occupational and Physical
Therapy, Adaptive Physical Education, Teacher
of the Deaf, Assistive Technology, Counseling, 1:1
aides and audiological. Many times these services
integrate into the regular classes and become
an important part of the team that serves our
students with special needs.
The Committee onSpecial Education (CSE)
is the committee that evaluates and determines
a child’s need and eligibility for special educa-
tion services. If you have any questions about
Keshequa’s special education services or Commit-
tee on Special Education you may contact the CSE
Chairperson, Craig Benson, at468-2541 ext. 2034,
or the Building Principal.
COUNSELING/SPECIAL EDUCATION
Preschool Special Education
All children grow and develop at different rates.
It is very important to know early in a child’s
development if he or she needs special help. The
services of the District are available to help you
determine if your child has special needs.
If you are concerned that your preschool child
may have problems, ordevelopmental delays, we
can offer a free diagnostic evaluation and services.
Our goal is to provide the services early to prevent
problems later. If you would like more informa-
tion, please contact Craig Benson, at 468-2541 ext.
2034.
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Regents Exams Grades 9-12
Regents Exams Grades 9-12
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Program 8:30 am
Kindergarten
Graduation 9:00 am
Grades K-2 Awards
Assembly 8:45 am
5th Grade Graduation
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Grades 3-5 Awards
Assembly 8:45 am
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The Regents set high expectations bydefining Learning Standards. All students
must pass five Regents examinations in order to graduate from
high school. These exams make the Standards very concrete.
Consequently, students now face a much more rigorous set of
requirements when they enter high school. Local diplomas have
been eliminated and every student will have to pass Regents
exams in English, math, global studies, U.S. history, and science
in order to earn a diploma.
To graduate, all students will be required to complete 22 units of
study. These will include four units in English, four units in social
studies, three units in mathematics, three units in science, one unit
in art and/or music, one half unit in health, two units in physical
education and a unit in a language other than English.
The new graduation requirements will ensure that students get
the quality education they are entitled to and, at the same time,
enable each student to learn to the best of his or her abilities. The re-
quirements are intended to make sure that all students have access
to the school curriculum they need to succeed.
Children are different from one another inabilities, background,
and needs, and yet they all must be ready for challenging times
ahead. Some students need courses that are accelerated, while others
need slower-paced courses. Some learn best intraditional academic
programs, while others thrive in more applied courses that link aca-
demic content tooccupational ortechnical fields.
Many students who have not been in challenging programs before
will need additional time in the school day-an extra session in math, for
example, to supplement the regular course. Educators are working to ensure the right balance between
a rigorous core of expectations and enough flexibility to meet the needs of a variety of students. The
constant is higher achievement, not how long it may take a student to achieve.
How Will the New Requirements Affect Special Education Students?
There must be a safety net for students with special needs. Few students in special education have
had the chance to take challenging academic work or Regents exams. Sixty percent now graduate by
passing Regents Competency Tests (RCTs). We cannot know how many could pass a Regents exam until
they have the chance to try. It is important to give them this opportunity because they, like all the rest,
will become citizens, workers and individuals who need high-level skills. Under the new graduation
requirements students receiving special education services and pursuing a regular diploma will begiven
the opportunity to meet the Standards by taking Regents exams. If they do not pass the Regents exam,
they will still be able to take the RCTs and earn a local diploma. Individual Education Program (IEP)
diplomas will continue for students with severe disabilities. IEP diplomas require satisfactory completion
of learning program outlined in the student’s Individual Education Program. All IEPs will be based on
attainment ofstateLearning Standards appropriate tothe individual student’s disability.
A Note on Parent Involvement
Homeworkshouldbetheresponsibilityoftheparentsas
wellaschildrensayexpertswiththeUSDept.ofEducation.
Lettingyourchildrenknowthatyouareinterestedinwhat
theyarelearning,andthatyouarewillingtohelpthem
learn, may motivate them to keep up, in school and out.
Theexpertsrecommend:
Parentssetregulartimesforhomeworkbasedonwhat
worksbestforthefamily.
Childrenhaveaspecial,quietplaceforstudywith
ample light, access to pencils, erasers, paper, a diction
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ary,etc.
Parentssetagoodexamplebyengaginginactivities
suchasreadingandwriting.Parentsshouldattend
schoolactivitiesandvolunteerwhenpossible.
Parents ask their children about homework assign
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mentsandmakecertainthechildrenknowwhatis
expected of them. Parents can check completed assign
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ments,andreviewtroubleareas.Mostimportantly,
offer praise for work well done.
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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Graduation Requirements
In order to secure a diploma, a student must meet standards and require-
ments set forth by the State of New York and the Board of Education. The
district administration must establish local regulations which conform toall
state requirements. However, such regulations may exceed the minimum
requirements set by the state.
If a student is seeking a Regents diploma, he/she must meet all of the
requirements stipulated below and successfully pass the state-required Re-
gents examinations and the district’s twelfth -grade Regents level English
and Social Studies courses (or appropriate college level courses with prior
approval of the Superintendent).
Diploma Requirements
English – 4 units; Social Studies – 4 units; Math – 3 units; Science – 3
units; Physical Education – 4 years; Health – 1/2 unit; Fine Arts, Home &
Career/Art/Music/Tech. Drawing – 1unit; Language Other Than English
– 1 Unit
Total
: Units for a diploma required = 22 units. Four years of Physical
Education must also be included. Occupational students must pass Intro-
duction to Occupation and core proficiency tests.
Regents Diploma - Traditional
Sequence Options
– Students may complete one of the following
combinations:
•5units(Math, Science, Language, Home Economics, Business/Occ.
Ed., BOCES, Art, Music)
or
• Two, 3-unit sequences (same subjects)
or
• One, 3-unit sequence (same subjects) and one, 5-unit sequence in English or Social Studies
• Foreign Language 3 units (except for Occupational Education)
• English 11 Regents Test
• Global Studies Regents
• US. History Regents
• Math A Regents
• Science Regents Test
• Foreign Language Regents – 3rd year Comprehensive Regents Test
The New Standards
• increase the total number of credits for graduation.
• establish a “core” curriculum for all students that is linked to the Learning Standards and to the
Regents exams.
• require all students to undertake additional study in mathematics, science and technology.
• require all students to pass five Regents exams (following a phase-in schedule)
• require proficiency in a second language
• provide a safety net for students with disabilities
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Deadline for November
7 Test
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Board of Education
Meeting, Nunda 7:00 pm
Superintendent’s
Conference Day - No
School
SAT
Columbus Day - No
School
Interim Reports K-5
Carried Home; 6-12
Mailed Home
ACT
SAT Registration
Deadline for December
5 Test
Board of Education
Meeting, Nunda 7:00 pm
Elementary School
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ACT Registration
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Interim Reports K-5
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Board of Education
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ACT Registration
Deadline for December
12 Test
SAT
veterans’ Day -
No School
First Marking Period
Ends
First Quarter Report
Cards K-5 Carried
Home; 6-12 Mailed
Home
Parent/Teacher
Conference Days K-8
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dismissal 12:00 pm
Parent/Teacher
Conference Days K-8
(Grades K-5 dismissal
11:30 am; Grades 6-8
dismissal 12:00 pm
Thanksgiving Recess - No School
Board of Education
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Media Center
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SAT Registration
Deadline for March 13
Test
Second Marking Period
Ends
ACT
Interim Reports K-5
Carried Home; 6-12
Mailed Home
Presidents’ Recess - No School
Board of Education
Meeting, Nunda 7:00 pm
Presidents’ Day

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SAT Registration
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23 Test
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Period Ends
Winter Recess - No School
Winter Recess - No School
Interim Reports K-5
Carried Home; 6-12
Mailed Home
Board of Education
Meeting, Nunda 7:00 pm
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
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Santa’s Gift Shop

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Winter Recess -
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School Reopens
ACT Registration
Deadline for February
6 Test
Martin L. King Jr. Day
- No School
SAT Test
Regents Exams Grades 9-12
Superintendent’s
Conference Day - No
School
Board of Education
Meeting, Nunda
7:00 pm
New year’s Day
Board of Education
Meeting, Nunda
7:00 pm

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