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WELCOME!

Welcome to Country Parkway Elementary School!  This handbook has been prepared to acquaint you with our school. 

Country Parkway is characterized as a school that is dedicated to providing children with a quality education in a nurturing environment.  Our mission statement reflects our belief in the understanding of children to grow as learners, friends, and citizens.  Our faculty and staff are committed to helping your child reach his/her greatest potential socially, emotionally, physically, and academically.

We welcome you as an integral part of our school family and urge you to join us in this important partnership for your child.  Our PTA and school community provides many opportunities for your involvement.

FAMILY HANDBOOK

Country Parkway

Elementary School

35 Hollybrook Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221 | Phone: (716) 626-9860 | Fax: (716) 626-9879

Principal: Nathaniel Barnes

Assistant Principal: Rebekah Skinner

Office Staff: Susan Brooks

School Nurse: Maureen Holme

DASA Coordinators: Rebekah Skinner, Micaela Lauer

2025-2026

Any updates or amendments to the Family Handbook are reflected on the digital version available online.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SCHOOL INFORMATION

1 Welcome

1 Mission Statement

2 School Hours

2 Shared Decision Making

2 Attendance

2 Character Education

2 Emergency Information Card

3 Emergency School Closing and E-Alerts

3 Access to Classrooms After School Hours

4 Safety and Security

4 Student Belongings/Valuables/Toys

4 Before and After-School Programs

4 Field Trips

5 Lost and Found

5 Visitors to the Building

5 Parties

5 Other School-initiated Celebrations or Events

5 Defibrillator

HEALTH INFORMATION

6 Physical Examinations

6 NYS Immunization Requirements

6 Medications

6 Dental Health Certificates

6 Emergencies

6 Communicable Diseases

6 Nutritious & Healthy Food Options

7 When Your Child is Ill

FOOD INFORMATION

7 Peanut/Tree Nut Restricted Classrooms

7 Universal Meals Program

TRANSPORTATION

8 Bus Transportation

8 Arrival Procedures

8 Special Transportation

8 Bus Permission

9 Dismissal Procedures

PARENT-TEACHER COMMUNICATIONS

10 Open House

10 Calls to Teachers

10 New York State Testing

10 How Can Parents/Guardians Help?

CURRICULUM EXTENSION CLASSES

11 Library/Media Center

11 Art

11 Music

12 Chorus

12 Instrumental Music

12 Physical Education

12 Intramurals

STUDENT SERVICES

13 Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS)

14 School Psychologist

14 Social Worker

14 School Counselor

14 Speech, Language and Hearing Services

13 Section 504 Compliance Activities

14 Occupational Therapy Program

14 Physical Therapy Program

14 Reading Specialist

14 Special Education

15 Math Specialist

15 English as a New Language (ENL)

15 Enrichment/Gifted Programming

STUDENT CONDUCT

16 Technology and Computers

16 Access to Inappropriate Content/Material and Use of

Personal Technology or Electronic Devices

17 Standards of Acceptable Use

17 Notification

17 Cafeteria

18 Playground Access

18 Playground Rules

18 Dignity for all Students Act (DASA)

18 Title IX Compliance Activities

19 Sexual Harassment

19 Public Conduct on School Property

DISTRACTION-FREE SCHOOL ZONES

20 Distraction-Free School Zones

SHARING YOUR VOICE

21 Sharing Your Voice

SCHOOL INFORMATION

WELCOME!

Dear Country Parkway Families,

Welcome to Country Parkway Elementary School! This handbook has been prepared to acquaint you with our school.

Country Parkway is characterized as a school that is dedicated to providing children with a quality education in a nurturing environment. Our mission statement reflects our belief in the understanding of children to grow as learners, friends, and citizens. Our faculty and staff are committed to helping your child reach his/her greatest potential socially, emotionally, physically, and academically.

We welcome you as an integral part of our school family and urge you to join us in this important partnership for your child. Our PTA and school community provides

many opportunities for your involvement.

Sincerely,

Nathaniel Barnes

Principal

MISSION STATEMENT

The Mission of Country Parkway Elementary School is to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment that promotes learning, cooperation, responsibility, and respect. Guided by our highly-dedicated staff, students will be inspired to succeed through a challenging educational program that is uniquely adapted to their needs.

We believe...

• that we can best accomplish our mission through collaboration among families, schools, and community groups.

• that all students can learn.

• that all children and adults are lifelong learners.

• that students need to be responsible and actively involved in their learning.

• that every individual deserves to be treated with dignity and mutual respect.

• that all individuals deserve a safe and nurturing environment where the entire school community (staff, families, and community members) continually monitors and supports students’ academic progress and social growth.

• that a well-rounded education provides learning experiences in the academic areas, the arts, technology, and physical/emotional wellness.

• in providing learning experiences which promote a firm foundation in effective communication, decision-making, and creative problem-solving.

• in the importance of providing students with opportunities for community involvement.

• in the importance of fostering integrity and perseverance.

- Adopted by the faculty and staff, PTA and Shared Decision Making Team

SCHOOL HOURS

8:30 am Doors open for children who are dropped off

8:45 am Bus doors open – Student Arrival

8:55 am School Begins

8:55 am – 2:50 pm Instructional Day

2:50 pm Dismissal for Bikers, Walkers, Pick-up

2:55 pm Bus Dismissal

3:10 pm Buses Depart

Please Note: Children should not be dropped off for school until 8:30 am when supervision is provided. Please arrange your child’s schedule so that she/he arrives after 8:30 am.

SHARED DECISION MAKING

The Shared Decision Making Team is made up of teachers, parents, administrators, and support staff representatives. Its primary focus is to oversee the School Improvement Plan for student achievement, character education and wellness. The team meets monthly throughout the school year.

ATTENDANCE

Board of Education Attendance Policy #7110

Please WITSmail the attendance office to provide written notice of an absence.

Parents/guardians should contact the attendance office to report any student absence. If your child needs to leave school prior to the end of the scheduled school day, please call the

Attendance Office so proper notification/dismissal can be accommodated. If you have any additional questions regarding attendance, absences, or dismissal, please call the Attendance

Office.

The following are examples of excused absences in the Williamsville Central School District:

• Family Emergency

• Illness

• Legal

• Late Bus

• Medical Reason

• Religious Observance

• School Activity (i.e. Field Trip)

CHARACTER EDUCATION

The Board of Education adopted Policy #8242 and defines character education as the conscious effort of families, schools and community groups to teach, advocate, and model ethical behavior.

The Board affirms that one of the most important functions of schools is to reflect and reinforce positive character traits and to teach the rights and responsibilities of citizenship. High standards of conduct are closely related to high levels of academic achievement; moreover, such standards are a requirement for effective participation in a democratic society.

Schools strive to develop behavior which reflects widely held community values, including but not limited to: honesty, respect, responsibility, compassion, self-discipline, perseverance and giving to others. In accepting the responsibility to help all students develop their unique

potential and character, the District is not usurping the role of families or other institutions in the community, but seeking to work in partnership with them.

In order to maintain a learning and working environment which supports character development, it is expected that Board members, administrators, staff, students, and volunteers in the schools will recognize their role as models for others, consistently exemplifying and enforcing high standards of respect and responsibility. Teachers will incorporate character education as it arises naturally in the curriculum, in interactions with others, and in all school activities.

EMERGENCY INFORMATION CARD

Parents are responsible for completing all information requested on the Emergency Information Cards (sent home each September) AND to update any changes during the year. Example: parent changes place of work, phone number, address or

change of family situation. Parents are responsible for providing transportation home in the event of illness or other emergency.

EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSING AND E-ALERTS

The Williamsville Central School District uses an automated mass notification system to inform parents, staff and students of a school emergency, school closure, or other important announcement affecting our schools. This eAlert system has several components:

• Email

• Text messages

• Automated phone calls

• Mobile app push alerts

The decision to close schools in weather-related situations normally will be made by the superintendent by 6 a.m. The safety of students and staff is the basis for any decision. Key factors that are considered include current and projected weather conditions, particularly for the Town of Amherst and northern Erie County; and road conditions, as reported by the Amherst Police, the town highway department, and the district’s Transportation Department. On rare occasions, severe weather conditions and road closures or travel bans in other parts of

Western New York may impact the district’s ability to operate school because staff members are unable to get into work.

At times, temperature and wind chill factors are also a consideration in whether or not to close schools. Health officials recommend that districts consider closing schools when the wind chill falls to minus-25 F or lower. A major factor when dealing with extreme cold is the ability to get buses on the road in a timely manner (e.g. amount of de-icing needed; also, diesel fuel begins to gel at sub-zero temperatures).

When schools are closed due to inclement weather, local television stations (Channels 2, 4, 7 and Spectrum News) will be notified as well as the following radio stations: WBEN-AM (930); WKSE-FM (98.5) and WNED-AM (970). The fastest way to get news about a snow day is by signing up for eAlerts and following the district on Facebook and Twitter.

If schools are closed because of bad weather, all other activities including athletic practices and contests, student activities, and Community Education classes are cancelled. If schools are closed for other reasons, activities and sports that are not affected by the specific situation (e.g. power outage, water service disruption)may be permitted with prior approval of the

building principal.

Ultimately, it is the responsibility of parents or guardians to make the decision regarding school attendance. The option to keep a child home from school when parents consider the weather conditions to be dangerous is always at their discretion. However, if school is in session, parents should notify the school that their child will be absent.

On rare occasions it may be necessary to close a school during the day due to loss of power, loss of water or other emergent situations. If this occurs, procedures are in place to transport

students to an alternate site, if necessary. If you are instructed to pick up your student at a location other than their school, you will be asked to present a photo ID before the student will

be released to your care. If it is determined that school cannot continue for the duration of the day due to an emergency situation, the district will notify parents via its emergency

notification system.

Parents are reminded to provide the school office with up-to- date emergency contact information, including work and cell phone numbers. All families should make arrangements for

their children in the event students are dismissed early because of an unanticipated emergency. Your children should be familiar with a safe alternate site (e.g. neighbor’s house) where they may go in the event that you are not home.

ACCESS TO CLASSROOMS AFTER SCHOOL HOURS

Entry into classrooms after school hours is not permitted.

STUDENT BELONGINGS/VALUABLES/TOYS

All outerwear, lunch boxes, backpacks, etc. should be labeled with your child’s name to facilitate return in case of loss. Valuable items and toys should not be brought to school. The school is not responsible for lost or stolen valuables.

SAFETY AND SECURITY

The Safe Schools Against Violence in Education Law (SAVE) and New York State Commissioner of Education regulations require all school Districts to have a District-wide safety plan. The Williamsville Central School District has a comprehensive plan, adopted by the Board of Education, which outlines specific actions and responses to emergency situations, violence

prevention, and mental health. In addition, building level emergency response plans have been formulated which are reviewed annually by safety teams comprised of administrators, faculty, parents, law enforcement, fire officials and community members.

The District provides ongoing training to school administrators and other staff members to ensure that we are well prepared and children are protected. Emergency drills are conducted

routinely in collaboration with the Town of Amherst Police Department at every school to further enhance our practices.

Please know that should an emergency occur, the District will do what is necessary to protect children and then, under the direction of law enforcement, will inform parents and the

community as accurately and fully as possible. Our schools are prepared to keep your children secure and safe should a situation arise that prevents or postpones dismissal. Together

with emergency response officials, the District will make every effort to provide a steady, reliable flow of information to parents and the public.

Finally, in partnership with the Amherst Police Department, three full-time School Resource Officers (SRO) are assigned to the Williamsville CSD and are on-site when school is in

session. The SRO works closely with the school and District administrators, and serves as an additional resource for all of our schools.

BEFORE AND AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS

The District and its schools partner with Just for Kids for before and after-school programming. Please know, Just For Kids is an independently-operated program that is not affiliated with

the Williamsville Central School District. The Before School program from JFK is only available at Country Parkway, Dodge, and Maple West.

If you would like further information about this program, please contact Just For Kids at 716-639-8500.

Please note, other after-school programs may bus children to destinations.

FIELD TRIPS

Field trips enhance the curriculum and are an important part of instructional planning, and this occasionally involves a trip outside of school property. Consequently, the Williamsville Board of Education has mandated that field trips are curricular in nature. All field trips are planned by teachers and are supervised. Parental permission slips will be distributed for each field trip with the exception of in District trips (ie. - Planetarium). Field trips are an extension of the regular classroom; proper behavior is expected at all times.

LOST AND FOUND

Articles are kept in the hallway across from the health office. Please have your child check for any lost articles. During parent/ teacher conferences, we display the articles in the hallway for

you to check. If your child loses an item on the school bus, those items are located either at our District Transportation Department on Mill Street or at the bus garage on Aero Drive. You can call transportation directly at 716-626-8397.

VISITORS TO THE BUILDING

In the fall of 2023, the District began using the Raptor Visitor Management System to identify visitors in our District and school buildings. In order to enter a building, parents/guardians and visitors are required to provide a government issued ID, such as a driver’s license. In doing so, the Raptor system will:

• Keep potential threats out by instantly screening each visitor’s government-issued ID card against the sex offender registries in all 50 states as well as an unlimited number of custom databases

• Sync with the Student Information System (SIS) to ensure you release students to approved guardians

• Allow us to review the visitor’s information side-by-side with the offender’s information immediately while notifications are sent to administrative and security personnel

• Let the school community know visitors are approved by requiring visitors to wear a badge that shows their role type, name, destination, date and time of entry, and photo

If a parent/guardian needs to drop off a forgotten lunch, instrument, etc, at the visitor entrance:

• Ring the buzzer and state the purpose of your visit.

• You will be buzzed into the secure vestibule and will be able to drop off the item using a two-way drop box. If the item is too large to fit in the two-way drop box, you will be buzzed into the Main Office where you may leave the item for your child to pick up.

PARTIES

Classroom parties will be arranged through the classroom teacher and room parent(s), who may contact you for assistance.

Birthday Parties

We will be honoring and celebrating each child’s birthday without food treats.

Your child’s classroom teachers will provide specific details regarding nonfood birthday celebration activities. Please make arrangements with your child’s teacher at least three days prior to the event to assist in planning for the special day.

Please note that birthday invitations are not allowed to be distributed at school. You can use the PTA student directory for mailing.

OTHER SCHOOL-INITIATED CELEBRATIONS OR EVENTS

Celebrations that include food will be coordinated through the classroom teacher.

The following may be chosen:

• Please refer to the Safe Snack Guide: http://snacksafely.com/snackguide

• Non-food items or activities.

DEFIBRILLATOR

At least two defibrillator units are located in the school for use by those trained in CPR/AED. The units are wired directly to 911 for backup support. Look for the signs upon entry to the school noting their locations.

HEALTH INFORMATION

PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS

New York State Education Law requires physical examinations before entry into Kindergarten, First and Third grades. As a new requirement, the examination must include the child’s BMI

(body mass index) and BMI percentile (weight status category). Students new to the district are also required to have an exam. Exams may be done by the family physician or during the

school year by the district nurse practitioner for families that do not yet have insurance. New York State Education Department requests proof of a comprehensive dental exam upon entrance to the Williamsville Central School District. The School District strongly recommends a full dental examination upon entrance or in grades K, 1 and 3. Routine vision and hearing screening are done on Kindergarten, Grade 1 and Grade 3 students during the school year. Vision testing is only done for Grade 2.

*Check with Christine Harding regarding BMI requirements.

NYS IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS

Under Section 2164 of the New York State Public Health Law, all students are required to provide proof of immunizations before registration or transfer into school. Please refer to the

following site for clarification of immunization requirements:

https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/immunization/schools/school_vaccines/

*Acceptable alternatives for fulfilling immunization requirements are a blood test indicating immunity (accepted for measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, and varicella) or a valid medical exemption.

DENTAL HEALTH CERTIFICATES

The New York State Education Department requests that all children entering Pre-K, Kindergarten and Grades 2 and 4 present a current (within the most recent 12 months) dental health certificate reflective of a comprehensive dental examination. All examinations must be completed by a licensed NYS dental practitioner. It has been recommended that dental examinations for children begin as early as age 2 and continue every six months thereafter.

EMERGENCIES

A school nurse is on duty during the school day. Students who become ill at school will report to the Health Office, and parents will be contacted. It is critical that we have current home, work, and emergency numbers on file. If an accident with injury occurs in school, the school nurse will administer first-aid emergency treatment and call the parent.

COMMUNICABLE DISEASES

If your child is diagnosed as having a communicable disease, please inform the school nurse. A notice will be sent home if clusters of communicable diseases are noted. Any child with an

unidentified or suspicious rash, temperature of 100°, vomiting, or severe earache should be kept home until diagnosed and/or treated.

NUTRITIOUS & HEALTHY FOOD OPTIONS

To encourage good nutrition, a well-balanced lunch is offered. Menus are available on line.

MEDICATIONS

If your child is to be given medication in school, all medication must be brought to the health office by the parent (not the child), with the written directions from the physician, which indicate the frequency and dosage of the prescribed medication. Also mentioned should be the condition for which the child is being treated. The medication must be in the original container

prepared by the pharmacist. Over-the-counter medications, such as cough drops, will require a physician’s note.

WHEN YOUR CHILD IS ILL

Children are most vulnerable to contracting diseases while in school because of the close contact they maintain. While we cannot prevent this from occurring, with your help we can

implement some simple guidelines to help promote a healthy environment.

1. Teach your child the importance of correct hand washing as a means of preventing the spread of germs.

2. Proper disposal of tissues, and covering one’s mouth with one’s sleeve when coughing, also

prevents germs from circulating.

3. If your child is coughing excessively, keep him/her home to prevent exposing other children.

4. A child should be fever free without fever-reducing medication for 24 hours before returning to

school. Temperature may indicate the onset of an illness.

5. A child should remain at home if he/she has vomited or experienced diarrhea within a

24-hour period.

6. Communication is a two-way street. Please report any contagious diseases your child

has been diagnosed to have (e.g., COVID-19, Strep Throat, Chicken Pox, Head Lice, Pink Eye,

etc.). The more we know, the better prepared we are to keep your child on the road to good

health. When necessary, notices containing information regarding communicable diseases will be sent home.

FOOD INFORMATION

PEANUT/TREE NUT RESTRICTED CLASSROOMS

Please reference the following website to help guide your selection of “safe” snack items if you are not sending in fresh/frozen fruits and vegetable snacks. This guide is frequently updated and should be referenced when making your food selections.

http://snacksafely.com/snackguide

Disclaimer: Please be aware that this snack list is intended to be used as a guide and use of any product contained on this list does not guarantee that said product is actually peanut/tree nut free. The Williamsville Central School District does not accept any liability from reliance on the snack suggestions contained in this guide. It is also important to recognize that potential changes in manufacturing procedures and ingredients may also render items listed as no longer appropriate.

Please carefully look at product and ingredient labels and do not send in items that state any of the following:

• “Contains: peanuts, tree nuts”

• “May contain peanuts, tree nuts”

• “Manufactured in a facility...with peanuts, tree nuts”

• “Manufactured on shared equipment...with peanuts, tree nuts”

The above statements may be found throughout the ingredient list or at the end of the ingredient list as a separate statement. Manufacturers also list a contact number that you can call to verify

the safety of a product.

Please note that due to safe health practices all food brought in for allergen-restricted classrooms must be store bought. Homemade food and food items from the bulk section are not allowed to be shared.

UNIVERSAL MEALS PROGRAM

The Williamsville Child Nutrition Program provides meals with a variety of healthy foods that are appealing to students and meet the USDA nutrition standards as well as the criteria for the Healthy Hunger- Free Kids Act of 2010. Our menus feature appetizing and nutritious food

choices including a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables that are local when the season permits, lower fat meat and dairy, plus many whole grain enriched options. Menus are carefully planned to provide a balanced, healthy meal.

Starting in September of 2025, we will begin operating under the Universal Meal Program. In the last budget vote, New York State passed the Universal Meal Program for all of New York school districts. This program allows all students access to 1 free breakfast and 1 free lunch per regular

school day. This program does not cover snacks, ala cart items such as a single milk, or second entrée/lunch. Those items will require payment at the time of purchase. These items cannot be charged to any students' account.

We will continue to use myschoolbucks.com to allow students to pay for extra purchases. To register your child, you will need the nine-digit student ID number listed on your child’s report card. Payments can also be taken at the register. Parents may send checks (payable to Williamsville Food Service) or cash with students to be placed on account. Any remaining student account funds “graduate” each year to the child’s next grade/school.

The state and local governments subsidize school lunches. We will continue to ask families to fill out the free or reduced-price lunch /breakfast program. The application form may qualify your family to be eligible for other programs from the state. The applications get distributed at the

beginning of the school year and are also posted on our website. We encourage all families to fill it out if you believe you may qualify.

For more information about our Child Nutrition Program, please call 716-626-8870. Procedures are subject to change with guidance from the State Education Department regarding COVID-19.

TRANSPORTATION

BUS TRANSPORTATION

Bus transportation is a service provided to all students. Bus drivers are responsible for safely transporting students to and from school and enforcing the bus rules.

Our transportation department realizes some buses may arrive earlier than expected or a moment or two later than expected due to a variety of circumstances. Our goal is to transport

children safely and punctually so they have a successful day.

Children must:

• Be on time. Be at the bus stop at least 5 minutes before the bus is scheduled to arrive.

• NEVER run to or from the bus.

• Stand well back from the curb.

• Stay in your seat. Keep the aisles clear and keep heads and arms inside windows.

• ALWAYS obey the driver.

• Keep the noise level down and avoid distracting the driver.

• Wait for the driver’s signal before crossing.

• NEVER bend down near or under the bus.

• Cross at least 15 feet in front of the bus.

• ALWAYS check for traffic both ways before crossing.

ARRIVAL PROCEDURES

Drop-Off of Students in the Morning

• Please enter the parking lot using the west entrance (farthest entrance).

• Please stay in one line and drive up to the sidewalk and drop your child off at any spot along the sidewalk.

• If the driver must get out of the car for any reason, please park in a parking space in the lot.

• Please look carefully for parents and children crossing in front of you as you drive.

• Never form a double line to drop children off.

• Never drop your child off in the second row of the parking lot.

• Vehicles are NOT permitted in the bus loop.

• Using a handicapped spot requires a permit allowing you to do so.

• Children must be accompanied whenever they are walking across the parking lot.

BUS PERMISSION

It is school policy that all students ride the bus home unless written permission from a parent is obtained. Per district policy, students are not permitted to ride any bus other than their

assigned bus for any reason (e.g. going home with a friend). Bus drivers will not accept notes from parents making bus change requests.

SPECIAL TRANSPORTATION

Special transportation to a private babysitter’s residence located within the school’s attendance area or to a licensed daycare facility within the Williamsville School District is available by submitting a Special Transportation Request form. The Special Transportation Request form should be submitted to the District Transportation Department. These forms are available on the

district website and also in the main office of the school. Special transportation must be on a five-day per week basis only. Parents need to apply/reapply every year.

DISMISSAL PROCEDURES

Dismissal at the End of the School Day

Students who walk, ride bikes, or are picked up are dismissed from school at 2:50 pm.

Students who ride the bus are dismissed at 2:55 pm. We aim to dismiss buses at 3:05 pm.

Families that want to pick up their children regularly can communicate this information with one note to the classroom teacher. Be sure that is clear to your child’s teacher on Day one! Be sure to indicate who is allowed to pick up your child and what day(s) of the week this will occur.

For families that have a random pick up at dismissal, send in a note to your child’s teacher the morning of the day you are picking your child up. Do not email, WITS mail, or See Saw your child’s teacher, as they may not be able to respond to an electronic form of communication in time. Be sure to indicate who is picking your child up from school.

Procedure On How to Pick Up Your Child At the End of the School Day

• Stay in your car and pull up along the sidewalk in front of the building.

• Enter the parking lot from the west entrance (the furthest one).

• You will be asked to show ID to a staff member. Your child’s name will be radioed into the gym, your child will be sent out, and will be reunited with you.

• Keep the cars moving. Pull ahead if your child needs any assistance.

Other Considerations:

• The line will be long at first. It takes a bit of time for us to “get in the grove.” It will flow much faster once we get going. Please be patient!

• Refrain from walking up, as they are a safety issue. If you park and walk up, you will be told to get back into your car and wait until the line is done.

• When you are waiting in the pick-up lane, do not block any driveways.

PARENT-TEACHER COMMUNICATIONS

OPEN HOUSE

Each grade level will have an Open House scheduled at the beginning of the school year. This is an opportunity for parents to meet their child’s teacher and become familiar with the requirements and expectations for the coming year. It is encouraged that all parents/guardians make every effort to attend. Detailed information about Open House and/or Supply Drop Off will be communicated in late summer by the school.

CALLS TO TEACHERS

Teachers want and need to discuss your child’s progress with you. We believe a partnership between home and school will promote a healthier child who is more capable of succeeding

in school. Please do not wait until parent/teacher conferences to discuss your questions and concerns. Please call the school, and the teacher will return your call as soon as possible.

Please discuss concerns or questions with the teacher prior to contacting the principal. follow-up calls may be made to the principal if necessary. Since we do not interrupt instruction, please leave a message for the teacher to return your call.

NEW YORK STATE TESTING

Students in Grade 3 and Grade 4 are given comprehensive tests in the areas of English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics in the spring.

New York State English Language Arts Assessment (ELA)

This is a comprehensive test that is administered to Grade 3 and Grade 4 students in the spring. The testing situation takes place over two days and includes assessing students’ progress in writing and reading skills. These tests go through a rigorous scoring procedure, and the results of this test are available securely in digital format through WITS. Students not meeting

the minimum level for acceptable performance may be eligible to receive Academic Intervention Services (AIS).

New York State Mathematics Assessment

This is a comprehensive assessment that is given over two days in the spring to Grade 3 and Grade 4 students. These tests go through a rigorous scoring procedure, and results from this

assessment are available securely in digital format through WITS. Students not meeting the minimum level for acceptable performance may be eligible to receive Academic Intervention

Services (AIS).

HOW CAN PARENTS/GUARDIANS HELP?

Attendance at school on testing days, a good night’s sleep, a good breakfast, and encouraging a child’s best effort are all ways parents can contribute to their child’s performance on these state-wide assessments. Students falling below the state standard level in English language arts or mathematics may be placed in an appropriate remedial program of Academic Intervention Services (AIS). Parents and guardians will be notified when this affects their child.

CURRICULUM EXTENSION CLASSES

Curriculum Extension Program is designed to provide students with experiences that build appreciation for art, music, and  physical education. Our ultimate goal is to develop well-

rounded, independent learners.

Curriculum Extension is provided on a rotating schedule. Once a week students will participate in art, library, and music classes. Twice each week, students will be actively engaged in physical

education. Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) is provided to students on a weekly basis.

LIBRARY/MEDIA CENTER

The library program is an integral part of the school curriculum. Its goal is to help children become lifetime readers and lifelong learners.

Students visit the library, as part of Curriculum Extension, on a rotating basis for 45 minutes to listen to and discuss stories and to engage in research activities. Students also learn to locate

books on shelves by call number, search the library’s online catalog, and use reference materials. During each visit, students have the opportunity to check out books. In addition, there is an e-book collection called Overdrive that any student may access from home and download e-books to his/her own personal e-reading device.

There is no charge for overdue material. Instead, we hope to instill in our students a sense of responsibility regarding proper care and return of library items. We hope that this will be reinforced at home. However, if a book is lost or irreparably damaged, a bill for replacement of the item is sent out at the end of the school year. Parents can check the status of overdue items through their child’s WITS account on the district website.

ART

The Art Education Program operates under two main goals: Learning About ART and Making ART. A culture of respect is demanded in order to ensure that these two main goals can be

addressed. Students in kindergarten through grade four are actively engaged in creating artwork in a wide variety of media areas, and a great deal of techniques and skills are developed.

As students create, they also learn about the wonderful world of art, including art history, elements, principles, art criticism, and aesthetics. The art room also serves as a forum for all

types of academic pursuit, ranging from contextual and natural awareness, augmentation of classroom curricular topics, geography, and writing. All learning experiences for students are planned in accordance with the New York Standards for the Arts and WCSD curriculum, with an emphasis on fostering creativity and imagination throughout the program.

MUSIC

The goal of the music program is to provide each child with a comprehensive education that explores the elements of music through performance, literacy, and creation. All children will

have experiences in the areas of composition, listening, moving, analyzing, playing instruments, and singing. The New York State Standards for the Arts, as well as the Williamsville Central

School Standards, guide the curriculum.

Additional Music Instruction:

CHORUS

All students have the opportunity to sing in chorus in third and fourth grades. Concerts will be communicated by your child’s school.

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC

Beginning in grade 4, all students can join band or orchestra. Lessons are given in a group format and are offered weekly throughout the school year. Enrollment is open to all fourth students and is dependent only on available times and the student’s willingness to meet the

minimum practice requirements. Each large ensemble meets weekly with every child for band or orchestra. Performance opportunities are made available throughout the year in the form of assemblies and concerts. Instruments may be obtained on a rental/purchase plan from various area music stores, and a limited number of instruments may be rented from the school district.

Questions should be directed to either the band or orchestra directors at the school.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

The Physical Education program is an exciting and integral part of the students’ total learning experience. All activities and lessons are designed to help students become more proficient with the Williamsville Physical Education Curriculum that is aligned with New York State Physical Education and Health Standards. Developmentally-appropriate activities cover the following areas: spatial awareness, locomotors movements, sports skills, health-related fitness, social

skills, teamwork, cooperation, and development.

Through our lessons, we anticipate helping your child understand, enjoy, improve, and/or maintain their physical health and well-being. One of our goals is to offer enough diverse activities to interest each student to choose a physically-active lifestyle. Through our physical education program, we hope to instill rich character traits that will aid in developing their unique

potential and character. Students will be invited to participate in a variety of activities that will challenge their minds and their bodies. It is through these activities that we hope they continue to develop their own personal responsibility, citizenship, leadership and, of course,  sportsmanship! Students should wear sneakers and comfortable clothing.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION EXCUSES

All physical education excuses should be sent to the Health Office. Excuses of more than a week’s duration should be accompanied by a physician’s note.

INTRAMURALS

During the course of the year, school intramurals are offered to 4th graders.

STUDENT SERVICES

MULTI-TIERED SYSTEM OF SUPPORT (MTSS) FORMERLY CHILD SUPPORT TEAM (CST)

When an educator has concerns about a general education student, the educator should employ pre-referral strategies:

• The educator may use informal consultation with grade-level/department level peers.

• Educators identify specific areas of need and implement specific targeted instruction/support over a period of time (3-6 weeks).

• The educator documents targeted instruction/support (duration, length, and description); the educator continually monitors progress and analyzes data to determine the effectiveness of targeted instruction/support, and continues with targeted instruction/support or implements a new approach.

• The educator contacts the parent/guardian and engages in a meaningful discussion regarding the concern and the plan going forward.

When the level of concern remains stable or has increased despite several attempts at targeted instruction/support and contacts with parents/guardians, the Educator:

• Submits a request for assistance and meets with a smaller subgroup of the MTSS, the Student Support Team (SST). The SST will recommend alternative targeted instructional/support or intervention to implement for another 3-6 weeks.

• The SST reconvenes to review student data and progress and may refer to the building-level MTSS Team if concerns persist.

• A pre-referral process is a preventative approach intended to support students experiencing academic, social/emotional, or behavioral challenges in the classroom. All students who need extra support should participate in interventions designed to meet their specific needs. Our District has a robust Multi-Tiered System of Support.

A referral to the larger, building MTSS Team will commence when a number of interventions/ support services have been unsuccessful. The MTSS Chair will accept referrals. The MTSS Chair will confer with building administration, SST, and referring educators.

The MTSS Team determines what the intervention/support service should focus on the identified skill deficit.

a. Interventions with progress monitoring continue until the problem is resolved or until the team determines that a sufficient number of interventions/support services have been found unsuccessful.

b. An intervention/support service may be successful but require an adjustment or modification (e.g.group size, time allotment, location).

c. If the intensity of the intervention/support service is beyond the scope of the general education classroom and/or teachers, and the data indicates limited student progress, the MTSS team should consider a referral to the 504 Committee or CSE.

SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST

Our school psychologist provides services to all people within the school community. The school psychologist evaluates children' s academic, cognitive, and social emotional abilities. Results of the child’s strengths and weaknesses are discussed with parents and teachers. Our school psychologist is also available to provide consultation to parents and staff regarding a child’s behavior and educational needs at home and at school. Our school psychologist is also involved in the development of the Individualized Education Program for each student who has been determined to qualify for special education services. In addition, small group and individual therapy sessions are provided to children when appropriate.

SOCIAL WORKER

The school social worker is in the building on a full-time basis and is available to meet with children and parents as well as personnel. Services include sessions around issues that may

be interfering with school performance. This may include adjustment to family changes such as loss of employment, serious illness, separation, divorce, or loss of a family member.

Also, consultation may be provided for chronic behavior problems, peer relationships, social skills and parenting issues. The social worker also coordinates our Primary Project program

for kindergarten and grade 1 students, helping them adapt to the school environment.

SCHOOL COUNSELOR

The School Counselor is split between two elementary schools. The school counselors will be pushing into your child’s classroom on a rotating basis and teaching classroom lessons. School Counselors will be utilizing the Positivity Project curriculum for classroom lessons. The Positivity Project focuses on a variety of topics and promotes social emotional learning for all students.

SPEECH, LANGUAGE AND HEARING SERVICES

The speech/language pathologist is responsible for assessment and remediation of communication disorders. Services can be provided to students individually and in small groups

that are determined at a Committee on Special Education (CSE) meeting. Frequency and duration of the service varies according to the severity of the disorder. Communication disorders may include receptive and expressive language delays, auditory processing difficulties, or speech production difficulties in the areas of articulation, voice and fluency.

SPECIAL EDUCATION

In some cases, when children have been determined by the Committee on Special Education (CSE) to have special learning needs, they are eligible to receive the services of Special Educators. These teachers work closely with classroom teachers to provide an Individualized Education Plan for the child. These students receive placement through the Committee on

Special Education. The special education teacher provides supplemental instruction and remediation to students according to their individual needs. The classroom teacher and special education teacher work together to coordinate each student’s program. The student’s program is reviewed annually for appropriateness.

READING SPECIALIST

Children receive reading support in our reading center when their classroom performance and assessed skills on screening tools necessitate the service. Reading teachers and trained support staff provide small-group instruction within the areas of need.

SECTION 504 COMPLIANCE ACTIVITIES

The Assistant Superintendent for Exceptional Education and Student Services is the person designated to coordinate Section 504 Compliance activities. Please call 716-626-8061 with

additional questions or concerns.

MATH SPECIALIST

Math support is mandated for those students who are at risk for not meeting the New York State standards in math at each grade level. In our district, students are eligible for math support when they demonstrate proficiency on fewer than 50% of the state standards at that grade level. Students who have not yet met proficiency on the NYS grade 3 and/or grade 4 Math Assessments automatically qualify as well. Such support is sometimes given in the form of classroom teacher monitoring with minor in-class intervention, class-size reduction (by placing

a second teacher in the math class), or student pull out in small groups with our math specialist or a teacher.

ENGLISH AS A NEW LANGUAGE (ENL)

Our ENL program is designed to meet the needs of students who speak a language other than English and meet the criteria established by the New York State Board of Regents. This program addresses the listening, speaking, reading, writing and socio-cultural needs of the students. Services are based on individual student need and New York State guidelines and

are provided by an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) teacher. Translators are provided by the school district to parents and/or guardians to communicate with the educational staff when necessary.

ENRICHMENT/GIFTED PROGRAMMING

The goals of the Williamsville gifted programming services are to search and recognize talent and strengths in all children. Gifted programming seeks to recognize those children who demonstrate strengths, talents and sustained interests that are expressed at a high level and provide appropriate program options for students to develop and apply their talents and

skills.

Giftedness is represented through achievement and creative productivity over a sustained period of time in a domain that matters to the child. This conception of giftedness includes

characteristics or traits that can be nurtured or enhanced through appropriate instruction and experiences. Talent denotes the increasingly specialized aptitudes or abilities that develop in youth as a function of general intelligence and experiences at home, school, and the community. Talent grows as students develop specific skills, interests and motivations. When talent and expertise unite with creative abilities, the achievement and productivity that mark giftedness becomes evident.

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY PROGRAM

Occupational therapy is available as a related service to children up to age 21 who have been identified as having a handicapping condition by the Committee on Special Education (CSE). A therapy program is designed to assist the development of underlying skills that are prerequisites for academic learning.

It may include improving gross and fine motor skills, visual motor skills, visual perceptual skills, organizational skills and self-care skills.

PHYSICAL THERAPY PROGRAM

Physical therapy is available as a related service to children up to age 21 who have been identified as having a handicapping condition by the Committee on Special Education (CSE).

STUDENT CONDUCT

TECHNOLOGY AND COMPUTERS

All classrooms are equipped with networked computers and a collection of Chromebooks. Children are taught appropriate ways for using computers as well as using computers for

instructional purposes. The Internet is available in classrooms and the library/media center. The district has a policy on its use for the protection of children.

The following contains the district guidelines for acceptable use of technology by students:

STUDENT USE OF COMPUTERIZED INFORMATION RESOURCES (ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY) WCSD POLICY #7315

The Board of Education will provide access to various computerized information resources through the District's computer system ("DCS" hereafter) consisting of software, hardware, computer networks and electronic communications systems. This may include access to electronic mail, so-called "on-line services" and the "Internet." It may include the opportunity for some students to have independent access to the DCS from their home or other remote locations. All use of the DCS, including independent use off school premises, shall be subject to this policy and accompanying regulations. Further, all such use must be in support of education and/or research and consistent with the goals and purposes of the School District.

ACCESS TO INAPPROPRIATE CONTENT/MATERIAL AND USE OF PERSONAL TECHNOLOGY OR ELECTRONIC DEVICES

This policy is intended to establish general guidelines for the acceptable student use of the DCS and also to give students and parents/guardians notice that student use of the DCS will provide student access to external computer networks not controlled by the School District. The District cannot screen or review all of the available content or materials on these external computer networks. Thus some of the available content or materials on these external networks may be deemed unsuitable for student use or access by parents/guardians.

Despite the existence of District policy, regulations and guidelines, it is virtually impossible to completely prevent access to content or material that may be considered inappropriate for students. Students may have the ability to access such content or material from their home, other locations off school premises and/or with a student's own personal technology or electronic device on school grounds or at school events. Parents and guardians must be willing to establish boundaries and standards for the appropriate and acceptable use of technology and communicate these boundaries and standards to their children. The appropriate/acceptable use standards outlined in this policy apply to student use of technology via the DCS or any other electronic media or communications, including by means of a student's own personal technology or electronic device on school grounds or at school events.

STANDARDS OF ACCEPTABLE USE

Generally, the same standards of acceptable student conduct which apply to any school activity shall apply to use of the DCS. This policy does not attempt to articulate all required and/or acceptable uses of the DCS; nor is it the intention of this policy to define all inappropriate usage. Administrative regulations will further define general guidelines of appropriate student conduct and use as well as prescribed behavior. District students shall also adhere to the laws, policies and rules governing computers including, but not limited to, copyright laws, rights of software publishers, license agreements, and student rights of privacy created by federal and state law.

Students who engage in unacceptable use may lose access to the DCS in accordance with applicable due process procedures, and may be subject to further discipline under the District's

school conduct and discipline policy and the District Code of Conduct. The District reserves the right to pursue legal action against a student who willfully, maliciously or unlawfully damages or destroys property of the District. Further, the District may bring suit in civil court against the parents/guardians of any student who willfully, maliciously or unlawfully damages or destroys District property pursuant to General Obligations Law Section 3-112.

Student data files and other electronic storage areas will be treated like school lockers. This means that such areas shall be considered to be School District property subject to control

and inspection. The Assistant Superintendents for Exceptional Education and Student Services, and/or their designee may access all such files and communications without prior notice to ensure system integrity and that users are complying with the requirements of this policy and accompanying regulations. Students should NOT expect that information stored on the DCS will be private.

NOTIFICATION

The District's Acceptable Use Policy and Regulations will be available to parents and students in order to provide notice of the school's requirements, expectations, and students' obligations when accessing the DCS. Regulations will be established as necessary to implement the terms of this policy.

CAFETERIA

Students are scheduled for a 30-minute lunch time. During this time, they should remain seated and raise their hand if they need help. Proper table manners and behavior are expected at all times. Children should be encouraged to eat their entire lunch before snacks and dessert. No toys or electronic devices are allowed in the cafeteria. Books are permitted. We request that parents not bring in a purchased fast food meal for their child. We recognize your good intentions, but it is unfair to the other children in the area. Also, due to various allergies, food

restrictions and the general safety concern of the children, we request that parents not purchase food for any student other than their own. Seating in the school cafeteria is limited, and so we request that parents do not plan to have lunch with their children.

Lunch in the cafeteria is one of the few times in the day that our children truly have an opportunity to socialize with peers. We want to make this time of the day a pleasant experience for all children. We will review the following guidelines with your children:

• Stay in your seat and raise your hand for assistance.

• Use good table manners, just like when eating at home.

• Use an appropriate voice level, just like when eating at a restaurant.

• Keep your hands to yourself at all times.

• Clean up after yourself; check the table and floor foR garbage.

• When the lights are turned off, stop talking and listen to instructions.

• Respect the cafeteria staff, lunch monitors, and other students.

In the event a child is displaying inappropriate behavior, he/she will be spoken to by one of the cafeteria monitors. The child’s teacher will be notified of anything inappropriate. If the behavior is severe or constantly inappropriate, a building administrator will be notified during the lunch period, and a consequence will be given.

PLAYGROUND ACCESS

Our PE staff and teachers often use the playground area throughout the day and across the year. Therefore, the playgrounds are only open to the community when not in use by students and staff during the school day. We apologize for any inconvenience however, our primary

interest is safety first.

PLAYGROUND RULES

• Be respectful, safe, and use common sense at all times!

• Walking only in playground areas! Tag and chase games only on the grass.

• Keep your hands to yourself. Do not touch others while they are on any equipment.

• Go down the slide only. No hanging off the sides, stay in a seated position, and go feet first.

• Stay off the top of playground equipment (i.e. monkey bars, barrels). Stay sitting on the black and purple snake.

• UPK or K students may not use the Monkey Bars or Jacks on either playground. 1st grade students may not use the Monkey Bars or Jacks on the purple playground.

• Rock Wall Rules: look before you climb up or down, climb all the way down, and do not assist others.

• Share the space and equipment on the Sports Court.

• Send someone to get a teacher if help is needed.

• If you see something on the ground that you are unsure of, keep it on the ground and alert an adult.

• Clean up all unused balls and equipment at the end of your recess time.

DIGNITY FOR ALL STUDENTS ACT (DASA)

Dignity Act for All Students DASA)

In September 2010, the New York State Legislature enacted the Dignity for All Students Act (“Dignity Act” or “Act”), which took effect on July 1, 2012, to make it the policy of the State to

provide all students in New York public schools an environment free of discrimination and harassment. The Act applies to all New York public school districts (“districts”), Boards of

Cooperative Educational Services (“BOCES”), and charter schools. This Summit seeks to build upon the foundation provided in the Dignity Act to discuss addressing school discipline policies more broadly in New York public schools. Below is a brief overview of the Dignity Act.

PURPOSE OF THE DIGNITY ACT

• New York State’s Dignity for All Students Act was established with the broad legislative intent to provide a school environment free of discrimination and harassment.

• The goal of the Act is to create a safe and supportive school climate where students can learn and focus, rather than fear being discriminated against and/or verbally and/or physically harassed.

• The Act provides a response to the large number of harassed and stigmatized students skipping school and engaging in high-risk behaviors, by prohibiting discrimination in public schools and establishing the basis for protective measures such as training and modeL policies.

• The Act takes a major step in creating more nurturing environments in all New York public schools.

WHAT THE DIGNITY ACT DOES

• The Dignity Act states that no student shall be subjected to harassment or discrimination by employees or students on school property or at a school function based on their actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender, or sex.

• The Act also focuses on the prevention of harassment and discriminatory behaviors through the promotion of educational measures meant to positively impact school culture and climate.

• The Act also requires schools to collect and report data regarding material incidents of discrimination and harassment.

TITLE IX COMPLIANCE ACTIVITIES

Williamsville Central School District is an equal opportunity employer in compliance with all applicable laws including New York State Human Rights Law, Title IX, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Employment Opportunity Law, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Williamsville Central School District does not discriminate against any person on the basis of age, race, color, creed, national origin, marital status, religion, gender, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or disability. The following person is designated to coordinate Title IX compliance activities: Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources at 716-626-8051.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT

The Board of Education affirms its commitment to non-discrimination and recognizes its responsibility to provide for all District students an environment that is free of sexual harassment and intimidation. Sexual harassment is a violation of law and stands in direct opposition to District Policy. Therefore, the Board prohibits all forms of sexual harassment by employees, students and members of the public.

PUBLIC CONDUCT ON SCHOOL PROPERTY

The purpose of this provision is to maintain public order and prevent abuse of the rights of others while on school property. The Board of Education recognizes that the primary purpose

of the district is to provide a superior atmosphere for learning and education. Any action by an individual or group aimed at disrupting, interfering or delaying the education process or having such effect is in violation of this policy. The Board will seek restitution from and prosecution of any person or persons who willfully damage school/district property. Public conduct not permitted on school property or at school functions include possessing, consuming, selling, distributing or exchanging alcohol, illegal or controlled substances, or being under the influence of any such substance; possessing or using firearms or any other weapons (except law enforcement); loitering; gambling; or smoking.

DISTRACTION-FREE SCHOOL ZONES

1. GENERAL POLICY

• Student use of personal, internet-enabled devices and the associated headphones/headsets (Bluetooth enabled accessories), are prohibited during the entire school day (bell to bell), including all instructional and non-instructional times (e.g., homeroom, lunch, recess, study halls, passing time). Personal, internet-enabled devices include but are not limited to: smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, laptops, gaming consoles, fitbits, Google glasses, VR headsets, MP3 players, iPods, and iPads.

2. DEVICE STORAGE

Elementary Level:

• Devices must be stored in students’ homerooms in a teacher-designated storage system, turned off, from the time they enter the building at the start of the school day until they exit the building at the end of the school day.

Middle and High School Level:

• Devices must be turned off and stored in a locked locker during the school day.

3. EXCEPTIONS TO THE POLICY

Students may use their personal, internet-enabled devices under the following circumstances:

• Authorized by a Teacher - For a specific educational purpose (including personally owned laptops)

• Healthcare Needs - As required for tracking health conditions or medical purposes as per Individual Health Care Plan (example: Diabetes monitoring)

• In the event of an emergency at the direction of a building administrator

• Translation Services - As necessary for English Language Learners

• On a case-by-case basis for student caregivers responsible for the well-being of a family member. Such allowance will only be permitted after a review and determination by a school social worker, school counselor or school psychologist

• Required by Law - If the use of the device is mandated by law

• IEP/504 Plans - When specified in a student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or 504 Plan (Limited in scope. A structured process will be developed.)

4. METHODS OF COMMUNICATION FOR PARENTS TO CONTACT THEIR CHILD DURING

   THE SCHOOL DAY

• Parents may call the main office to leave a message for their child. In addition, students may use the school’s phone in the office (or classroom, when available and appropriate) to call their parent/guardian.

• Where age appropriate, parents may also WITS mail their own child

Parent Notification: Parents will receive written notification (via Family Handbook, school website, WITS homepage, District website, District app, District calendar) about the methods

available to contact their child during the school day.

5. ENFORCEMENT AND CONSEQUENCES

• First Offense - Device confiscated. Parent notification. Warning. Returned to student at the end of the school day.

• Second Offense - Device confiscated. Parent notification. Warning. Returned to parent.

• Third Offense and beyond - Device confiscated. Parent notification. Additional school consequences. Returned to parent.

• Refusal to Comply (Middle and High School):

In-school suspension for refusal to turn over a device when asked by an adult.

• A student’s refusal to comply multiple times may result in a student being required to place personal, internet-enabled electronic device(s) in a secure storage space prior to the first bell of the scheduled school day. Following the last bell of the day, the storage solution will be unlocked.

6. TRAINING AND COMMUNICATION

Student Communication:

• Students will receive training on the policy through classroom lessons and/or assemblies.

Family Communication:

• The policy will be communicated to families via the Family Handbook, school newsletters, school website, WITS homepage, District website, District app, District calendar.

• Parents will be notified prior to the start of the school year about the policy and their role in supporting the distraction-free environment.

Educator Training:

• Educators will receive training during in-service days at the beginning of the school year regarding the policy, how to enforce it, and how to communicate with parents.

7. POLICY ADOPTION AND EVALUATION

• By August 1, 2025 the District must adopt a policy

• The policy must be published on its website - including translation in the 12 most spoken languages

• By September 1, 2026 the District must publish an annual report on its website detailing the enforcement of the policy including demographic data

SHARING YOUR VOICE

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COUNTRY PARKWAY SCHOOL SONG

Country Parkway is our school

Where we try to obey the rules.

We do our best and take great pride

With our country's flag flying high.

Here we work and here we play,

Learning new things every day.

From north to south and east to west,

Our Country Parkway is the best. 

HAVE A GREAT SCHOOL YEAR!