APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Direct Certifcation Fact Sheet
AHERA Notice
A Note on Parent Involvement

Keshequa Central sChool

SUCCESS

2009-2010

11-01

NON PROFIT

ORGANIZATION

US POSTAGE

PAID

PERMIT NO. 1

NUNDA NY 14517

KeshequaCentralSchoolDistrictMissionStatement

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

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

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

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

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.

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

FOSTER CHILD:

If the above named child is the legal responsibilit

y of a welfare agency or court, check this box

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

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 #:

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. ___________________________________

Amount / How Often

5. SIGNATURE:

An adult household member MUST sign the application before it can be approved.

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

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

INCOME HOUSEHOLD: Total Household In

come/Frequency: __________________/______________________ Household Size: ____________

Application APPROVED for:

Free Meals

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:

willfully injure any other person or threaten to do so;

willfully damage or remove district property;

disrupt the orderly conduct of classes, school programs or other school activities;

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;

intimidate, harass, or discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age or

disability;

enter upon any portion of the school premises without authorization or remain in any building or

facility after it is normally closed;

obstruct the free movement of any person in any place to which these rules apply;

violate traffic law, parking regulations or other restrictions on vehicles;

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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$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

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

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

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

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

Middle/H

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Code

for Students

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:

Remember that all school rules apply on the bus.

Stay seated until the bus stops (then, if needed, ask your driver for permission to move to another

seat).

Talk quietly using your “three foot voice.”

Keep the bus clean (i.e., no littering, eating, chewing gum, drinking).

Keep your hands, feet, and objects to yourself.

Be courteous at all times (i.e., no vulgar/obscene language or behavior and no put downs, no insults).

Keep the bus safe (i.e. don’t bring glass objects, pets, matches, firecrackers, lighters, aerosol cans,

etc.).

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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CODE OF CONDUCT

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

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:

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

the sale by students of products or services to raise funds for school-related activities.

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;

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:

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.

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.

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.

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).

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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AHERA Notice

(AsbestosHazardEmergencyResponseAct)

ThebuildingsintheKeshequaCentralSchoolDistrict

havebeeninspectedforAsbestosContainingBuilding

Materials(ACBM).Mapsindicatingthelocationsandthe

conditionoftheACBMcanbeviewedbycontactingthe

local education agency designee, James VanSickle, Main

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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Elementary Flay Day

Program 8:30 am

Kindergarten

Graduation 9:00 am

Grades K-2 Awards

Assembly 8:45 am

5th Grade Graduation

6:30 pm

Grades 3-5 Awards

Assembly 8:45 am

father’s Day

Baccalaureate 6:30 pm

Graduation 11:00 am

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:

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Parentssetregulartimesforhomeworkbasedonwhat

worksbestforthefamily.

•

Childrenhaveaspecial,quietplaceforstudywith

ample light, access to pencils, erasers, paper, a diction

ary,etc.

•

Parentssetagoodexamplebyengaginginactivities

suchasreadingandwriting.Parentsshouldattend

schoolactivitiesandvolunteerwhenpossible.

•

Parents ask their children about homework assign

mentsandmakecertainthechildrenknowwhatis

expected of them. Parents can check completed assign

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)

• Two, 3-unit sequences (same subjects)

• 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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