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TOTOWA PUBLIC SCHOOLS 2015-2016
Totowa Board of Education
Michele Ruocco-President, Thomas Ferraro-Vice President
Gary Bierach, Roe Carr, Jennifer DeCeglie, Marcello Guarneri
Kenneth Kerwin, Sanders Reynoso, Keith Schaffer
PHONE: 973-956-0010
WEBSITE: www.totowa.k12.nj.us
Board of Education - EXT. 3501
Memorial School - 294 Totowa Road, Totowa, NJ 07512 Fax: 973-595-5296
Colin Monahan - School Business Administrator
Domenic Picarelli - Assistant Business Administrator, Linda Paese - Administrative Assistant
Patricia Decker - Administrative Assistant
Superintendent of Schools - EXT. 2543
Washington Park School - 10 Crews Street, Totowa, NJ 07512 Fax: 973-956-9859
Patricia Capitelli - Superintendent
Lynn Smith - Superintendent’s Administrative Assistant
Washington Park School (3-8) - EXT. 2501
10 Crews Street, Totowa, NJ 07512 Fax: 973-389-2270
Michael O’Brien - Principal
Lauren Terranova - Vice Principal
Barbara Filan, Linda Gutekunst - Principal’s Administrative Assistant
Valerie D’Ambrosio - Administrative Assistant
Memorial School (PreK-K-1-2) - EXT. 1501
294 Totowa Road, Totowa, NJ 07512 Fax: 973-904-1082
Joseph Compel - Principal
Patricia Voorhis - Principal’s Administrative Assistant
JoAnn Campilango - Administrative Assistant
Pupil Personnel Services Office - EXT. 2502 (Peters), EXT. 2506 (Siok)
Washington Park School - 10 Crews Street, Totowa, NJ 07512 Fax: 973-389-9838
Barbara Chichele - Supervisor of Pupil Personnel Services
Suzanne Siok - Registrar - Pupil Personnel Services Administrative Assistant
Julie Peters - Special Services Administrative Assistant
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A MESSAGE FROM THE
TOTOWA BOARD OF EDUCATION
This booklet has been prepared to acquaint
you with the school system of Totowa. We
are hopeful that you will find the information
in this publication helpful in explaining the
various phases of our school program. It is the
desire of your Board of Education to provide
the children of the Borough of Totowa with the
finest education possible.
Director of Planning, Evaluation & Research (Testing)
EXT. 2211
Washington Park School
10 Crews Street, Totowa, NJ 07512
Fax: 973-389-9838
Wanda Kopic - Director
TOTOWA SCHOOL DISTRICT STAFF
Custodial Staff: Robert Brillante, James Buttimore, Angelo Cornetta, Giuliano DiBlasio
Anthony DiPietro, Joseph Filan, Giuseppe Frequenza, Kevin Germann, Scott Gourley
Stephen Kotarsky, Angelo Marocco, Michael Quintieri, Michael Rizzo, David Robinson,
Salvatore Sole
MEMORIAL SCHOOL STAFF 2015-2016
TPK: - Cynthia Colella, Heather Corrado, Nicole Jimenez, Lou Ann Martinez
Kindergarten: Marissa Abbaleo, Tina Fulco, Sevilay Karca, Jenna Laudi, Amal Merhi
Grade 1: Marissa Bednarski, Therese Manzi, Catherine Sofocleous, Tricia Monteyne
Grade 2: Anna DeBellonia, Tina DeRose, Daniella Harris, Jennifer Nieglos,
Maureen Saitta, Megan Schultz
Special Subject Teachers: Art-Nicole Jimenez, Explore-Sonja Oldja/Danielle Wardrop
Media Center - Victoria Puzio, PE-Danielle Wardrop, Music-Teuta Istrefi
LEAP- Sonja Oldja, Nancy Reed
WASHINGTON PARK SCHOOL STAFF - 2015-2016
Grade 3: Valerie Feenan, Alexis Puluse, Nicole Savastano, AnnaMarie Stabile,
Cheryl Zambrano, Kellie Zarek
Grade 4: Patricia Costello, Kimberly Lubba, Denise Porta, Amy Mele, Maria Sagui
Grade 5: Laura Leskowits-Science; Trisha DiDio-Social Studies;
Kathleen Peterson-Writing; Michael Reddin/Kristin Schermerhorn-Mathmatics; Cristina
Serapiglia-Reading
Grade 6: Debra Brigliadoro-Social Studies; Cara Carnemolla-Science;
Diane Emmolo/Andrea Piccirillo-Writing; Andrea Piccirillo/Jennifer Tafuri-Reading;
Donna Trommelen/Coshetty Vargas-Mathematics
Grade 7: Nancy Emerick-Science, Erin Gander-Social Studies; Lindsay Miglino/Andrea
Piccirillo/Regina Stratford-Reading; Rachael Isenhour/Kimberly Hackbarth-Mathematics;
Regina Stratford/Nancy Trotto-Writing
Grade 8: Cheryl Johnson/Regina Stratford-Reading; Thomas Nelson-Science; Elaine
Mostello-Social Studies; Doreen Peranio/Regina Stratford-Writing; Kristin Schermerhorn/
Kimberly Hackbarth-Mathematics
Nurse: Lori Johnson
Support Teachers: Carley Fleres, Teuta Istrefi, Gina McQuin, Erica Wolpert
DISTRICT STAFF 2015-2016
Child Study Team: Danielle Berdan-Psychologist , Gladys CampanileSocial Worker, Jessica Haftek-Psychologist
Speech: Maggie Morris
Guidance: Debra Barone
Behaviorist: Jamie Bray
PT: Pratiksha Chesney, OT: Charisse Torres, Kimberly Habig
Computer Technology: Alvin Cheng, Michael Minieri
School Security Officer : John Sole
Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds: Peter Campilango
Special Subject Teachers: Art-Kathy Castrianni; World Cultures-Bruna Klafter;
Technology/Industrial Arts-Alex Maccia; Music-Matthew Carl, Joseph Latka;
PE/Health-Joe D’Amelio, Brett Scully;
Video Production-Caesar Darias; Media Center-Evelyn Garofalo
Support Teachers: Alycia Desmond, Christine Harris, Cheryl Migliaccio, Victoria Puzio
Nurse: Beverly Luciano
Office Aide: Michele DePasquale
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TOTOWA BOARD OF EDUCATION
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION: The Totowa Board of Education affirms its responsibility to ensure all students in the public schools of Totowa equal educational opportunity and all employees
equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, handicapping condition and social or economic status. Debra Barone - Affirmative Action
Officer WPS-973-956-0010.
MEETING SCHEDULE OF THE TOTOWA BOARD OF EDUCATION: See Calendars
CARE OF SCHOOL PROPERTY: The Board of Education holds accountable students and parents who abuse or destroy school property.
USE OF SCHOOL BUILDINGS: Permission to use the Totowa Public Schools will be granted to any local organization when, in the opinion of the Board of Education, it will not interfere
with the normal functioning of the school program or in any way be detrimental to the Borough as a whole. The sole authority for granting this permission rests with the Board of Education.
The procedure for securing the use of school buildings is as follows: 1. Secure application blanks at the office of the Chief School Administrator located at WPS; 2. Submit application to the
Office of the Chief School Administrator; 3. Notification of the decision will be made promptly; 4. Any matter of special fees, conditions, or instructions not covered by the application form will
be passed on to the applying agency at the time of notification; 5. Certificate of Insurance required ($1,000,000).
PEST MANAGEMENT POLICY: The Totowa Board of Education has an approved Pest Management Policy #7422.
FERPA: Parents have the right to inspect their child’s records and make a request for an amendment to those records along with the right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable
information contained in the child’s records. The parent has a right to file a complaint with the Family Compliance Officer.
PPRA: Parents will be asked for consent before student surveys are administered and to inspect survey documents before use. “Opt-out” options are available.
QUALITY ASSURANCE: The Board of Education has received “High Performing District” status for the third consecutive monitoring cycle from the New Jersey Department of Education
as a result of the most recent QSAC Quality Assurance Accountability Continuum monitoring - March, 2014.
ORGANIZATIONAL PLAN: The organizational pattern of the Totowa schools is Pre-K-8. It consists of a primary school, Memorial School, grades Pre-K, K, 1, 2 and an intermediate/
middle school, Washington Park, grades 3-8.
SCHOOL SCHEDULES & TIMES
EMERGENCY CLOSINGS: During inclement weather schools may be closed for the day or the opening of school may be delayed one hour. During these emergencies, information
can be obtained by the following: Logging on to our website: www.totowa.K12.nj.us - by dialing the district automated number and selecting inclement weather. In addition, an automated
phone system will inform parents of school closings and other pertinent news.
EMERGENCY EARLY DISMISSAL: The logistical problems of closing early are considerable. Of special concern is the large number of parents who may not be available to
receive their children prior to a regular (3:20 p.m.) dismissal. Once we are in session, every effort will be made to complete the day with a regular dismissal. However,
unusual and extreme conditions may necessitate an early closing.
ONE HOUR DELAYED OPENINGS: Transportation and all other procedures will be delayed by one hour, including Kops 4 Kids. Do not telephone the school or the police, as it makes it
difficult to get messages out.
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SCHOOL SCHEDULES & TIMES
TOTOWA PRESCHOOL FOR KIDS
Full Day: 9:00 - 3:00 - AM Session: 9:00-12:00 - PM Session: 12:00-3:00
Early Dismissal 1:15PM: AM Session: 9:00-11:05, PM Session: 11:10:1:15
One Hour Delayed Opening: AM Session: 10:00-12:00, PM Session: 12:00-3:00
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CURRICULUM-EXTRA CURRICULAR
ACADEMIC CURRICULA - All information relative to all academic subjects can be found on: NJ Department of Education Website: www. state.nj.us/nj/education, and on our website:
www.totowa.k12.nj.us
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: Activities are either scheduled during the school day, lunch/recess, or after-school. In the area of the arts, the Totowa School district offers:
Instrumental Music/Band beginning in grades four through eight. Instrumental lessons are provided on a rotating basis. A weekly schedule is posted. Band rehearsals are scheduled during
the school day during lunch/recess. Performances are scheduled on the calendar and participation is mandatory to remain in the program. The Totowa Education Foundation, Inc. has
purchased instruments for students to use free of charge. A $100 deposit is refunded at the conclusion of the school year. Chorus is held during the school day. Public performances are
scheduled on the calendar. The Middle School Spring Musical Production is held annually in March/April of each year and is funded by the Totowa Education Foundation. STARS is an art
program that provides an avenue for art students to excel in the areas of drawing, painting, and 3D design. Bowling, Basketball, Volleyball and Middle School Musical are funded by the
Totowa Education Foundation, Inc.
In the area of multimedia, the Totowa School District offers Video Production, a program that prepares students to write scripts, frame “shots and video shoots,” edit film and produce a
final product. Many programs can be found on YOUTUBE under Totowa Broadcast News. Yearbook, is a program where students develop and design an entire school yearbook. The design
includes taking still camera shots, place layout/design, graphic inclusion, and copy.
SUBSTANCE ABUSE
SUBSTANCE ABUSE: Substance abuse is covered under the areas of Health, Science, Social Science, Family Life Education, and Character Education, for all students in grades
K-8. Substance abuse education is “process” oriented in that the individual internalizes the processes of self-awareness development and human behavior, responsible decision making,
coping skills, and knowledge about drugs, alcohol and tobacco. The drug and alcohol policy and procedures for discipline, evaluation and treatment of pupils are available in the office of the
Principal, the Chief School Administrator, and the Board of Education. (Policy 5530).
WATCH US ON YOUTUBE: http://www.youtube.com/user/totowabroadcastnews?feature=results_main
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STUDENT ASSESSMENT- TESTING
STANDARDIZED ASSESSMENTS: Students in grades three through eight take the NJ State PAARC exam. Students in grades four and eight will also take the NJASK Science. The
Iowa Prognostic Test is a pre-assessment test for the algebra program. NJ State Assessments are used: 1. To diagnose pupils’ weaknesses in specific areas of skills, knowledge and
understandings; 2. To place a pupil in a class to derive the greatest individual benefit; 3. To assess effectiveness of teaching methods or other elements of the instructional program; 4.
To predict a pupil’s achievement or chances for success for the following year in the various subject areas.
STUDENT ASSESSMENT
REPORTING AND MARKING SYSTEM: The marking system in the Totowa Schools is designed to foster effective communication between home and school.
The system includes three parts: Report Cards, Mid-Marking Period Reports (grades 5-8), and parent-teacher conferences. Report cards for grades 1-8 are
issued upon completion of each of the four marking periods. All Mid-Marking Period reports and report cards can be obtained from the Parent Portal in
REALTIME. Hard copies will not be issued. Kindergarten progress reports are issued after the second, third, and fourth marking periods.
MEMORIAL SCHOOL
A
90-100
B
80-89
C
70-79
D
65-69
U
64 and below
WASHINGTON PARK SCHOOL
A 90-100
B 80-89
C 70-79
D 65-69
F 50-64
The following classes will receive the grading system
below E-G-S-N: Music, Art, Gym/Health, Video Production,
Industrial Arts Technology, World Cultures, Media Center.
E - Excellent
G - Good
S - Satisfactory
N - Needs Improvement
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LUNCH
LUNCHTIME: Children are not permitted to leave the school property after arrival at school. A student who expects to leave school must have a note signed by the parents and approved by
the principal and picked up by a responsible adult. School authorities must know where the youngster is at all times during school hours. Parents are requested not to ask that a child remain
indoors when returning from an illness. It is impossible to provide adequate supervision in these cases. An extra day at home insuring full recovery would serve the best interests of the child
and the school. Parents are reminded children are not permitted outdoors on rainy days, when it is too cold, or when an icy condition on the playground would make it hazardous.
HOT LUNCH - The Totowa School District participates in the National School Lunch Program. Hot lunches are provided by Pomptonian Services. Information is disseminated during the first
week of school.
MENUS ARE NOW POSTED ON REALTIME
IN THE PARENT PORTAL UNDER DOCUMENTS
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION: Registration of all pre-kindergarten children takes place beginning the January before each school year. Board of Education policy specifies that a child must
attain the age of five on or before October 1, of the school year in which he or she enters. In addition, the New Jersey State Department of Health requires that all students in public schools have
the following: 1. Four doses of D.P.T. vaccine. The fourth dose must be given after the fourth birthday; 2. Three doses of Polio vaccine. The third dose must be given after the fourth birthday;
3. Two doses of a measles containing vaccine given after the first birthday, preferably MMR, and separated by an interval of at least one month, will be required of children born after January 1,
1990 and enter Kindergarten, Grade 1 or a similar age and after September 1, 2000; 4. One dose of Rubella vaccine. The one dose must be given after the first birthday; 5. One dose of Mumps
vaccine. The one dose must be given after the first birthday; 6. Hepititus B vaccine is reguired for entry into kindergarten; 7. Varicella (Chicken Pox) for entry into Kindergarten and 1st grade.
PUPIL SERVICES
SPECIAL SERVICES: Totowa provides Special Services programs for students in grades pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. This department studies and assesses individual pupils
with respect to their status, abilities, interest and needs; consulting with teachers, students and parents regarding personal, social, education plans and programs; and developing cooperative
relationships with community agencies in assisting children and families. Members include the Supervisor of Pupil-Personnel Services, speech/language specialist, psychologist, learning
disabilities teacher-consultant, school social worker, school nurses, school medical examiner, OT/PT, guidance counselors, behaviorist, teacher of the deaf, teachers of the handicapped; and
all supplemental-remedial teachers and home instructors..
HOME INSTRUCTION: When circumstances warrant, contact the Supervisor of Pupil Personnel Services.
CHILD STUDY TEAM: The district of Totowa maintains a Child Study Team. The purpose is to identify pupils needing special services. Copies of NJAC 6A:14 are available upon request.
LEAP: “Learning Enhanced Academic Progress.” Support in Mathematics and or Language Arts focuses on specific skill deficiencies. A multisensory approach is employed using Touch Math,
Wilson Reading Strategies, SRA Reading Program, and the Study Island Computer Program.
I&RS: “Intervention and Referral Services.” Support for students who are experiencing learning, behavior or health difficulties.
ELL/ESL: The Totowa School District is dedicated to serving the needs of the students who speak a language other than English at home.
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PUPIL SERVICES
PRE-SCHOOL INCLUSIVE PROGRAM: The Totowa School District offers a program for pre-school special education eligible children between the ages of 3 and 5. The program is an integrated
part of the TPK Program held at Memorial School. Residents who believe they may have a child eligible for this program are urged to call the Special Services Department for further information.
VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR INFORMATION ON THE TOTOWA PRESCHOOL FOR KIDS - INFORMATION - SCHEDULES - TUITION FEES
www.totowa.k12.nj.us
MEDICATION will be administered in school by the nurse only when it is prescribed by a physician. In order to receive medication in school, a student must submit a district medication permission
form. This form is signed by the parent and the physician ordering the medication. Students are not permitted to carry prescription or non-prescription medication or medicines such as aspirin,
nasal sprays, lotions, etc. An exception is made for pupils with asthma or another potentially life threatening illness, who shall be allowed to self-administer medication when a nurse is not
physically present at the scene, provided permissions for such administration are on file at the office of the school nurse and comply with the conditions for granting permission contained in
Regulation 5330. All pupil medications shall be appropriately maintained and secured by the school nurse, except those medications to be self-administered by pupils. In those instances, the
medication may be retained by the pupil with the prior knowledge of the school nurse. The school nurse may report to the medical inspector any pupil who appears to be affected adversely by
the administration of medication and may recommend to the principal the pupil’s exclusion pursuant to law. The school nurse will administer first aid. If the student needs follow-up care, the
parents will be notified. If a student must be sent home from school because of illness or an injury, the parents will be contacted. In the event that a parent cannot be notified, the alternate
contact will be called. It is imperative that all enrollment information is current, including parents’ work number and the name and phone number of an alternate contact, be submitted the first
week of school. The Health Program attempts to meet the individual needs of the student. The nurses are available for consultation throughout the school day, and parents are encouraged
to call them if they have a medical concern.
PROJECT CHILD FIND: The Totowa School District is committed to locating and identifying children ages three through 21 years of age who may be eligible for special education and related
services. A Totowa resident parent who feels their child may have a disability in one or more of the following areas: fine/gross motor skills, social/emotional functioning or visual abilities should
call Pupil Personnel Office at 973-956-0010 ext. 2502. Information is available on the district’s website.
ALL NOTICES, PERMISSION SLIPS, ETC. CAN BE DOWNLOADED FROM REALTIME OR IN YOUR CHILD’S VIRTUAL
BOOK BAG ON THE DISTRICT WEBSITE
PLEASE CHECK THIS REGULARLY
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RESIDENCY-TRANSFERS
MOVING/TRANSFERRING TO ANOTHER SCHOOL DISTRICT: Parents are asked to notify the Registrar when they are planning to move to another community. The following information
should be provided: 1) New address and phone number; 2) Name and address of new school; 3) Last date children will be in attendance in Totowa schools. Parents will be asked to sign their
child(ren) out of school and records will be provided for enrollment in the new school. A Certificate of Occupancy, obtained from Borough Hall, is necessary for enrollment in Totowa’s Schools.
CHANGE OF RESIDENCE WITHIN THE BOROUGH OF TOTOWA: Parents are asked to notify the Registrar when they are moving or have moved within the Borough of Totowa. This new
information should be provided immediately so that records could be updated and accurate communications can be maintained between the school and the home. A new affidavit-of-residency
must be completed and notarized and proof-of-residency must be established (lease, deed, Totowa Borough tax statement, utility bill and photo ID with the Totowa address). A Certificate of
Occupancy must be submitted for all changes of Residency within the Borough. CO’s are obtained from Mr. Allen DelVecchio-Housing Inspector @ 973-956-8644. Parents must have closed
on their property before they enroll in the district.
DRESS CODE
DRESS CODE: Parents will be called to remove students from school and /or to bring appropriate clothing for children wearing apparel that is offensive or revealing and that potentially disrupts
the educational process.
TRANSPORTATION - PARKING
SHUTTLE SERVICE: Both A.M. and P.M. shuttle service will be provided between both school buildings.
ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT OF BUS RULES: The Administration shall be authorized and directed to enforce all the provisions of the bus regulations code as listed below, and
shall have the authority to notify parents, conduct a hearing and suspend busing privileges, when determined to be necessary in the interest of public safety. The Administration shall notify
any parent in writing of any violation committed by a child and arrange for a conference to discuss same. Any child found to be in violation of this code, or to cause, permit, or suffer any such
violation to be committed, shall be subject to the following: A. First Violation: A warning to child, with a letter directed to parent; B. Second Violation: A minimum suspension of busing privileges
for a two (2) week period; C. Any Subsequent Violation: A minimum suspension of busing privileges for a three (3) week period. In cases where privileges have been suspended, the parent
is responsible for getting the child safely to and from school.
PARKING: Parking is a problem at both schools and we would appreciate it if you would follow the directions listed below in an effort to provide for the safety of the children. Cars must not
stand or park in the areas designated as “No Parking.”
MEMORIAL SCHOOL: Parents are requested not to drive into either driveway or on to the playground at any time. In addition, you are requested not to stop in the bus loading zones, this
includes the area on Totowa Road and William Place. Discharging students is limited to the area beyond the bus loading zone.
WASHINGTON PARK SCHOOL: Students who are transported to and from school by car should be dropped off and picked up on Peterson Road. Cars will not be allowed to enter the school
driveway.
Parents should refrain from dropping off or picking up the children in the Post Office parking lot or on Raphael or Greene Avenues.
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TRANSPORTATION
BUS ROUTE DESCRIPTIONS
ROUTE 1
Start at 8:30 A.M. Stops:
1. Bullens Ave.
2. 507 Preakness Ave.
3. 22 Cumberland Ave.
4. Hamilton & Huntington
5. Huntington & Mountainwood Ct.
6. Mountainwood Ct. & Hamilton
7. Hamilton & Stirling Terrace
8. 28 Stirling Terrace
9. 128 Hamilton Trail
10. Shepherds Lane & Fellner Place
11. Shepherds Lane & Murphy Ct.
12. Memorial School
13. St. Francis School
14. Washington Park School
ROUTE 2
Start at 8:30 A.M. Stops at:
1. Independence Trail & Congressional Lane
2. Independence Trail North & Hickory Hill Boulevard
3. Clubhouse at Hickory Hill Estates
4. Minnisink Road & Roseda Drive
5. Roseda Drive & Carr Place
6. 34 Minnisink Road
9. Memorial School
ROUTE 3
1. 746 Totowa Road 2. 756 Totowa Road
3. Totowa Road and Huizenga Lane
4. Colonial Court and Totowa Road
5. Colonial Court & Knox Terrace
6. Knox Terrace & Artillery Park Road
7. Winifred Drive & Artillery Park Road
8. Winifred Drive & Willow Court
9. Winifred Drive & Winifred Drive North
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
Sandra Drive & Shady Lane
Vita & Maple
Winifred Drive & Vita (South Side)
Winifred Drive North & Riverview Drive
963 Riveview Drive
36 Craig Court
Craig Court & Winifred Drive North
Washington Park School
St. Francis School 19. Memorial School
Walkers are not permitted
to ride a school bus.
Bus students may only ride
their assigned bus.
ROUTE 4
1. Minnisink Road & Glen Terrace
3. Minnisink Road & Rutherford Court
5. Boyle Ave & Chamberlain Ave.
6. PAL Parking Lot (Chamberlain & Lincoln)
7. Crosby & Lincoln
8. Boyle & Crosby
The afternoon shuttle bus
9. Lincoln Ave (at Union Blvd)
from
Memorial to Washington
10. Union Blvd & Jefferson Place
Park will drop students off on
11. Memorial School
Peterson Road by the WPS
Gym and Crossing Guards
ROUTE 5
1. Floyd Drive at Playground 2. Riverview Drive & Falls Bridge
Meadows 3. Sandra Drive & Winifred Drive
4. Winifred Drive & South Winifred Drive
5. Winifred Drive & Shady Lane
6. Winifred Drive & Vita Road (North Side)
7. Washington Park School 8. St. Francis School 9. Memorial School
19 10. St. Francis School
7. Memorial School
PUPIL/PARENT GRIEVANCE
TRANSPORTATION
ROUTE 6 - Start at 8:30 A.M. Stops at:
1-7. 576, 580, 590, 630, 648, 650, 678 Totowa Road
8. 8 Dey Hill Trail
9. 1 Battle Ridge Trail
11. Lookout Point Trail & Battle Ridge Trail (South Side) 12. 10 Lookout Point Trail
13. Lookout Point Trail & Battle Ridge Trail (North Side)
14. Hydeway Drive & Totowa Road 15-16. 669, 645 Totowa Road
17. Totowa Road & Roseland Ave.
18. 579 Totowa Road
1. 787 Union Blvd. 2-5. 721, 737, 695, 660 Riverview Drive
6. Riverview Drive & Lackawanna Ave.
7. Lackawanna & Mair 8. Lackawanna & Duffus
9. 453 Riverview Drive
10. Rosalie Ave. and Crescent Ave. 11. Riverview Drive and Cedar Ct.
12. 397 Riverview Drive 13. Riverview Drive & Route 80
14. Memorial School 15. St. Francis School 16. Washington Park School
1. Hickory Hill & Independence Trail - South
2. Hickory Hill Blvd & Continental Circle S. 3. Hickory Hill Blvd & Continental Circle N.
4. Liberty Ridge Trail & Columbus Ave.
5. Mountainview Court & Liberty Ridge Trail
6. Liberty Ridge Trail & Centennial Ct. 7. Liberty Ridge Trail & Heritage Ct.
8. Liberty Ridge Trail & Patriots Trail 9. 17 Patriots Trail
10. Cannon Hill Trail & Battle Ridge Trail
12. Battle Ridge Trail & Liberty Ridge Trail
13. Battle Ridge Trail & Lookout Point Trail
14. 75 Columbus Ave.
15. 30 Columbus Ave.
16. Stanford Court & Barnert Ave.
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BOARD POLICY 5710 - PUPIL GRIEVANCE
POLICY AND PROCEDURES FOR RESOLVING PUPIL/PARENT GRIEVANCE
A. The Term “grievance” means a complaint by a pupil/parent that addresses an
inequitable, improper, or unjust application or violation of federal, state, or local
regulations, or administrative decision affecting said pupil/parent.
1. A pupil, or parent, who wishes to discuss a suggestion, proposal, or grievance
shall take the matter first to the teacher.
2. If, as a result of the discussion, the matter is not resolved to the satisfaction of the
pupil, or parent, contact will then be made with the principal, and/or the Affirmative
Action Office or Section 504 Compliance Officer, who will within a period of five
(5) school days, arrange a conference to discuss the problem.
3. If the pupil, or parent, is still grieved after the action or lack of action by the
principal, and/or the Affirmative Action Office or Section 504 Compliance Officer,
the complaint may then be presented to the Chief School Administrator in a written
report and a conference shall be scheduled to discuss the grievance and results.
This action will occur within a period of five (5) days upon receipt of the grievance
from the pupil-parent.
4. If the grievance is not settled after reaching the Chief School Administrator, or if
it is a matter of policy that can only be resolved at the Board of Education level,
an appeal must be made in writing to the Board of Education and must set forth
the grounds upon which the grievance is based. The complaint shall be filed
with the Board of Education who shall deal with the matter in accordance with
their procedures and policies within ten (10) days from receipt of appeal letter.
5. If the parties are still grieved, they may carry the grievances to the County
Superintendent of Schools.
Nothing in this procedure should be interpreted to preclude any person, on the part of
a handicapped student, from pursuing resolution as described in N.J.A.C. Title 6A:14
at any point in the intervention process.
TOTOWA EDUCATION FOUNDATION
KOPS 4 KIDS TUITION SCHEDULE
Totowa Education Foundation
The Totowa Education Foundation, Inc. was created in 1991 with the mission of providing
support for all education, not-for-profit, and community related programs. Our desire is to encourage
members of the business community to share this vision and provide fiscal support for these
programs. In recent times, all programs have been funded through proceeds realized from the
Kops 4 Kids Program.
The Totowa Education Foundation is responsible for the total funding of all extracurricular
offerings. These offerings include traveling interscholastic boys & girls basketball teams, intramural
and interscholastic volleyball, bowling, middle school musicals, and funding for hardware technology
in the district since its inception. This type of funding has resulted in a huge savings for our
taxpayers.
Since 1991, The Totowa Education Foundation was repsonsible for funding all technology
equipment and connectivity. This year, The TEF funded $70,000 for SmartBoards, which are now
present in every classoom in Totowa Schools.
In support of the arts, The TEF purchased $50,000 of musical instruments for students so
they could learn an instrument at minimal costs.
The Totowa Education Foundation sponsors a before and after school child care program
entitled “Kops - 4 - Kids.” This program offering is scheduled from 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. and from
3:15/3:20 to 6:00 p.m. Mondays through Fridays.
FOUNDATION OFFICERS
Eileen Corrado - President; Cathy D’Angelo-Vice President,
Toby Giardiello - Treasurer; Jackie Coral- Secretary, Jane D’Aloia
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$35 - Registration Fee $250 for one session -either AM or PM.
$350 for both AM and PM sessions.
Less than five days: One session: $70 per monthly diem
Both sessions: $90 per monthly diem
All checks must be received by the 3rd of the month. After the 3rd, a late fee of $10 will be
assessed, after the 7th - $20.00.
A fee of $35.00 will be assessed for checks returned for insufficient funds.
Family Plan: 1st child - Full tuition plus Registration Fee
2nd Child - Half Price - 3rd Child - No Charge
**Late Charge: When a child is picked-up after the program ends at 6:00 p.m., this
infringes on the instructors’ time and they must be compensated. The following charge will
be assessed as follows for children picked up after 6:00 p.m.
1st 15 minutes - (6:00 - 6:15) - $10
2nd 15 minutes - (6:15-6:30) - $20
($10 for every 15 minutes thereafter)
All payments must be in check or money order form - No Cash.
FOUNDATION SPONSORED MIDDLE SCHOOL SPORTS/ACTIVITIES
VOLLEYBALL - During the 2000-2001 school year, an intramural Volleyball program
for middle school students was implemented. The program was a huge success with over
75 participants. The program operates from January through the end of March. Each
student receives a Volleyball T-shirt.
BASKETBALL - A boys and girls traveling team is offered for interscholastic
competition. The program begins in December and concludes in late winter. Basketball
was introduced in January 2001.
BOWLING - Middle School students hit the alleys by engaging in league play.
Sessions are held on Tuesdays after school at the T-Bowl in Wayne, NJ.
MUSICAL - Middle school musical productions are now the “norm”. The production
“Bye, Bye Birdie” was performed in April 2002, “Guys and Dolls” in April 2003, The Music
Man in 2004, The Wizard of Oz in 2005, and Oliver in 2006, Oklahoma in 2007, Godspell
in 2008, Grease in 2009, West Side Story for 2010, Little Shop of Horrors in 2011, Annie in
2012, The Wiz for 2013, The Little Mermaid in 2014 and Beauty and the Beast in 2015.
PTO General Meetings
***E Mail us At totowapto@yahoo.com ***
***Join us on Facebook at TotowaPTO ***
Officers
Co Presidents - Grace Curcio & Simmie Rossi
Treasurer - Dora DiToranto
Recording Secretary - Cathy Juliano
Corresponding Secretary - Jackie Levajac
October 20, 2015: WPS Cafeteria 7:00PM
March 15, 2016: MS Auditorium 7:00PM
June 7, 2016: WPS Gymnasium 7:00PM
HOW OUR CHILDREN BENEFIT
2015 - 2016 PTO Committee Chairpersons
Bingo: Helen Guarente, Debbie Peluso, Lisa Sanchez, Colleen Giarrusso
Book Fair:
Washington Park: Kim DeStefano, Karen Corio, Anna Sole
Memorial School: JoAnn Balanze, Angela Pelosi
Box Tops for Education:
Washington Park:
Anna Sole
Memorial School:
Kim Pardi
Bulletin: Cathy Juliano
Entertainment Books: Angela Pelosi, Helen Guarente
Fall Funderaier/Pie & Cookie Dough: Gina Avagnano, Cheryl Ebbinghousen,
Susie Matari, Debbie Peluso
Gift Cards: Cheryl Barnes, Kim DeStefano,
Sharon DiPasquale
Graduation Dance: Dora DiToranto, Kim DeStefano, Karen Coiro,
Helen Guarente, Anna Sole, Jennifer Marretta,
Kim Pardi, Andrea Kalokitis
Holiday Gift Shop: Danielle Beazley, Andrea Kalokitis,
Lisa Sanchez, Jennifer DeLuccia
Lunchtime Celebrations/Student Appreciation Day WPS: Cheryl Ebbinghousen, Kim DeStefano, Karen Coiro
Lunchtime Celebrations/Field Day: JoAnn Balonze, Karen Coiro
Membership & Parent Volunteers: Jennifer Marretta
Special Events:
PK-2: Andrea Kalokitis, Colleen Giarrusso
3-4: Kim Pardi, Jennifer DeLuccia
5-6:
Helen Guarente, Susie Matari
7-8:
Karen Coiro, Jennifer Marretta
Pictures: Debbie Peluso, Cheryl Barnes, JoAnn Balonze (MS)
PTO Recognition Award: Cathy Juliano
Recycle Program:Gina Avagnano
Refreshment Chair: Susie Matari
Scholarships: Lisa Sanchez
Skate Night: Cheryl Barnes, Colleen Giarrusso
Spring Candy Fundraiser: Kim Pardi, Gina Avagnano, Jennifer DeLuccia
Staff Appreciation/Teacher Hospitality: Anna Sole
Student Planners:
Danielle Beazley
Tricly Tray: Linda Paese, Sharon DiPasquale,
Cheryl Ebbinghousen
Every student in Washington Park School receives a Planner to help them
organized and stay on schedule with school assignments.
Children and their families will enjoy a Skate Night and a Bingo Night...dates
to be announced.
Age appropriate fun events will be planned for every grade level, including the
Eighth Grade Graduation Dance.
Scholarships will be awarded to Totowa Graduates, who are currently High
School Seniors, in recognition of their volunteerism.
Lunchtime Celebrations for all students.
Dates to Remember:
October 12, 2015 - Picture Day for both schools
November 19, 2015 - Fall Fundraiser pick up
November 23, 2015 - Picture re-takes for both schools
December 4, 2015 - Holiday Gift Shop
February 2, 3, & 4 2016 - Book Fair
April 28, 2016 - Tricky Tray
June 3, 2016 Eighth Grade Dance
*look for more events and dates as they become available throughout the
year*
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ATTENDANCE / HOMEWORK PROCEDURES
A child’s attendance in school is mandatory. Effective learning takes place when a child is present, in class on time, and on task. The following procedures will be strictly enforced
concerning “unexcused” absenteeism and lateness.
When a child is absent from school, the parent must call the child in “absent” to the school before 9:00 AM the day the child is absent. If a call is not received, the school will call the
parent. In cases where the parent does not call, and the school cannot contact the parent, a letter will be sent home and the absence will be recorded as “unexcused.”
When a child is late to school the parent must call the child in “late” to the school before 9:00 AM the day the child is late or send a note to school with the child. If a call or a note is not
received, the school will call the parent. In cases where the parent does not call, and the school cannot contact the parent, a letter will be sent home and the “late” will be recorded as “unexcused.”
When a child has been sent home from school by the school nurse and will not be attending school the following day, the parent MUST call the child in “absent” to school before 9:00 AM.
Attendance phone numbers are: WPS-973-956-0010 ext. 2596; MS-973-956-0010 ext.1502.
According to Totowa Board of Education Policy 5200, reasons for excused absences/latenesses shall include: pupil illness, weeping skin lesions, death/critical illness of immediate family,
quarantine, observance of pupil’s religion on a day approved by the State Board of Education, pupil’s out-of-school suspension, pupil’s required attendance in court, and medical appointments.
According to Policy 5410, students in attendance fewer than 150 days will not be promoted to the next grade level. In extenuating circumstances, the building principal can waive the 150
day attendance requirement. The building principal makes the final decision. This decision may be appealed to the Superintendent of Schools whose decision will then be final.
PENALTIES FOR UNEXCUSED ABSENTEEISM/LATENESS MIDDLE SCHOOL
1. Up to three incidences of unexcused absences/lateness warning letter sent to home.
HOMEWORK REQUESTS FOR ABSENT STUDENTS
2. Incidences 4-5-6: one day detention
-Request homework when calling in an absence if the absence is going to be more than
3. Incidences 7-8-9: three days detention
one day. One day assignments can be made up when the child returns to school.
4. Incidences 10-11-12: one day after-school detention
-Pick up homework from the main office between 3PM and 4PM
5. Incidences 13-14-15: two days after-school detentions
-If another student is going to pick up homework for a child, please make arrangements
6. Incidences 16-17-18: three days after-school detentions
with that “other” student. The school will not contact another student to make these
At any juncture, program and placement can be reviewed/modified
arrangements.
concerning unexcused missed class time.
HOMEWORK ACCOUNTABILITY FOR STUDENTS
Names or students (grades 5-8) who do not complete homework assignments will
Students arriving to school on a school bus that is late WILL NOT be assessed a lateness.
be submitted to the principal at the end of each marking period. Those students will
receive an after-school detention with an assessment of 2 disciplinary points. (See
Homework Policy)
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Grades 5-8
STUDENT DISCIPLINE PROCEDURES
A Message to our Parents:
This handbook has been prepared in accordance with Totowa Education Board Policy #5600. The Totowa Board of Education, administration, faculty, and staff believe in a strong student
discipline policy in order to foster student social/emotional growth and to prepare our students for the “real world.” Strict rules and guidelines have been established in writing so that students
will understand, and hopefully exhibit, proper behavior in school, whereby ensuring the well being and safety of all students in a positive healthy educational environment, which all are entitled
to.
Parents are encouraged to read this discipline policy and discuss it with their children. The role of the parent is essential in a child’s education. In addition, the faculty and administration
will be discussing this handbook with each grade level on a continuing basis throughout this school year.
Should you have any questions regarding this handbook, do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Patricia M. Capitelli
DISCIPLINARY ACTION
It may be necessary at times to discipline students as specified by Totowa Board of Education Policy and NJ State Law. This philosophy attempts to correct the behavior and assist the student
in making improvements. This procedure and course of action is designed to ensure due process for all students involved. The following are adopted administrative procedures that deal with
inappropriate student behavior:
DETENTION: Students may receive detention based on infractions of rules outlined in this policy. Detentions may be issued during lunch time or after school. A letter will be sent home informing
the parent of a scheduled detention. The detention may have already taken place. The letter (or phone call to the parent when deemed necessary) is strictly informational.
AFTER-SCHOOL-DETENTION: Students may be detained after school. Students will spend time from 3:20-5:00 quietly in a setting supervised by a teacher. Students will complete class work
in this isolated environment. Students assigned to after-school-detention will not participate in extracurricular activities for that day. Students will be responsible for completing all assignments
during after-school-detention. Students who misbehave during after-school-detention will be placed on out-of-school suspension. After-school detentions will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays
during full school weeks. During shortened weeks, the principal will determine alternate days.
OUT-OF-SCHOOL-SUSPENSION: When a student is suspended out-of-school, he/she will not be permitted to attend school on the designated day(s) and will be counted as absent. Students
suspended out-of-school will not be permitted to participate in any extracurricular activities that are scheduled on the day(s) that child is suspended. Parents must attend a readmittance conference
on the morning the child is scheduled to return to school from out-of-school suspension. Students are responsible for completing all missed assignments while on out-of-school-suspension.
RULES AND CONSEQUENCES
CATEGORY (A)
The following disciplinary action will be taken for violations of the rules listed in this document and labeled: Category “A” Consequences.
1st offense – Principal will speak to the student
2nd offense – 1 day lunch detention
3rd offense – 3 days lunch detention
4th offense – 5 days lunch detention
5th offense – 1 day after-school detention
6th offense – 3 days after-school detentions
Repeated violations will result in increased after-school detentions.
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Washington Park School - Student Discipline Procedures - Continued
CATEGORY (B)
The following disciplinary action will be taken for violations of the rules listed in this document and labeled: Category “B” Consequences.
1st offense – 3 lunch detentions - 2nd offense – 5 lunch detentions
3rd offense – 1 day after-school detention -4th offense – 3 days after-school detentions
5th offense – 5 days after-school detentions -6th offense – 1 day out-of-school suspension
7th offense – 3 days out-of-school suspension
Repeated violations will result in increased out-of-school suspension.
6. Students should keep to the right when using corridors and stairs. Running and pushing is
prohibited. (A)
7. Gum chewing is not permitted in school. (A)
8. Appropriate school clothing is required at all times. (A)
9. During lunch students must remain in their assigned areas. (A)
10. All food is to remain in the cafeteria or designated eating areas. Littering is prohibited on
school grounds. (A)
11. Students may not wait for friends after school and must go straight home. (A)
CATEGORY (C)
12. Cursing and foul language is forbidden. (A)
The following disciplinary action will be taken for violations of the rules listed in this docu13. Trespassing on private property is forbidden. (B)
ment and labeled: Category “C” Consequences.
14. Rough play/horse play is prohibited. (B)
1st offense – 1 day after-school detention 2nd offense – 3 days after-school detentions
15. Stealing is prohibited. (B)
3rd offense – 5 days after-school detentions
16. Cutting of classes will not be tolerated. Students must have passes at all times. (B).
SUBSTANCE ABUSE
17. Threatening the safety or well being of other students will not be tolerated. (To be deterStudents will be disciplined in accordance with Totowa Board of Education Policy #5530
mined)
which states consequences for 1st offense: out-of-school suspension, police notification,
18. Students are not permitted to leave the school grounds during the school day at any time. (C)
readmittance with physician certification. Second Offense: Police notification, recommenda- 19. Snowball throwing is forbidden at all times. (To be determined by Principal)
tion for expulsion with home instruction, possible Child Study Team evaluation.
20. Fighting is prohibited. (C)
PARTICIPATION IN 8th GRADE COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES
21. Students must inform the teacher or principal when difficulties occur with other students.
Since it is a privilege to participate in the 8th grade commencement exercises, students will
Students MUST NOT take matters into their own hands which may lead to physical conflict.
be eliminated from participation in 8th grade commencement exercises upon the attainment 22. Students are to be respectful to all school personnel and visitors. (C)
of their 20th discipline point. The principal has the authority to disqualify a student for any
23. Insubordination will not be tolerated. (C)
reason that may jeopardize the sanctity of the event. Homework points are NOT included. 24. Smoking on school grounds is not permitted. (C)
25. Possession of Weapons - Out-Of-School Suspension and notification of police.
GENERAL RULES - (Please refer to Category A-B-C definitions)
26. Vandalism - Respect for school property must be maintained. (To be determined)
1. Students are expected to be in their classes BEFORE the late bell rings. (A)
27. Students may not endanger the safety of others. (C)
2. Students must report to school on time. (A)
28. No lighting of any combustible material, firecrackers, matches, smoke bombs, etc. (Students
3. Upon entering the building, students must proceed directly to class from the appropriate
may not carry matches or other kinds of lighters). (C)
entrance.
29. Harassment, intimidation, bullying & harassment will not be tolerated. (See HIB Policy #5512).
4. Students are to enter and leave the building in an orderly manner. (A)
Any other infraction not covered in this handbook will be handled by the administration.
5. Loitering in corridors and stairs is prohibited. (A)
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GENERAL RULES - Continued
Grades 5-8
CAFETERIA
1. Enter and exit the cafeteria in an orderly fashion. (A)
2. All food is to be eaten in the cafeteria or designated eating areas. (A)
3. Students are to observe good eating habits and table manners. (B)
4. A conversational tone must prevail at all times. (A)
5. Students who wish to use the lavatory facilities must first ask permission of the teacher aide on duty. (A)
6. Students are to remain seated until dismissed by the teacher. (A)
7. Before leaving the cafeteria/eating area, students are to clean their area. (A)
8. Throwing food in the cafeteria is forbidden. (C)
9. Chairs are to be placed under the tables before leaving the cafeteria. (A)
LUNCH PERIOD ACTIVITIES - Student will eat in the cafeteria for 30 minutes, and attend outside activities for 30 minutes (weather permitting).
CONDUCT DURING PROGRAMS/SPORTING EVENTS
1. Students will enter and exit the auditorium promptly in an orderly fashion. (A)
2. Upon entering the auditorium students are to be seated quickly and remain quiet. (A)
3. Hand clapping is the only approved method of applause. (A)
4. Students must wait to be dismissed. (A)
BUS RULES
In accordance with the Board of Education Policy, any initial bus referral will result in a warning letter to the parent/guardian of the child. The second offense will result in a minimum two
week bus suspension.
1. Students shall board and leave the bus in an orderly manner without pushing or shoving.
2. All students must be seated before the bus can move and must remain seated while the bus is moving.
3. Students also must ride the appropriate bus. Students may board and leave the bus only at THEIR designated stop. Any appropriate concerns or changes need to be brought to the Main
Office.
4. Students must remain seated until the bus comes to a full stop.
5. Students must exhibit proper conduct at all times. There must be no shouting, profane language, smoking, boisterous conduct. Throwing objects, hanging out of windows, or other actions
which create confusion and danger. Students guilty of malicious destruction to buses will be required to pay for all damages and risk suspension or expulsion from bus privileges.
6. The bus driver is in complete charge of the bus and its passengers at all times. The driver must follow local rules and state laws. Respect must be shown to the driver and bus personnel.
Classroom Incident of Discipline
Two “Classroom Incident of Discipline Reports” will be issued as warnings. After the second issuance, a letter will be mailed home to the parents providing one final warning. Should your child
receive an additional “Classroom Incident of Discipline Reports,” the following will be implemented: 1st incident - Warning - no points, 2nd incident - Warning letter - no points, 3rd incident - 1
point, lunch detention, 4th incident - 1 point - 2 lunch detentions, 5th incident - 1 point - 3 lunch detentions, 6th incident - 1 point - after-school-suspension,
7th incident - 1 point - 2 days after-school-suspension, 8th incident - 1 point- 3 days after-school-suspension, 9th incident - 1 point - 1 day out-of -school-suspension, 10th incident - 1 point - 2
days out-of -school-suspension, 11th incident - 1 point - 3 days out-of -school-suspension, 12th incident - 1 point - 4 days out-of -school-suspension,
13th incident - 1 point - 5 days out-of -school-suspension. ***Mandatory assessment of child may include CST evaluation, outside evaluation or an alternative placement.
14th incident and beyond- 1 point - 5 days out-of -school-suspension.
STUDENT DISCIPLINE
PROCEDURES
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Grades 5-8
STUDENT DISCIPLINE PROCEDURES
WASHINGTON PARK SCHOOL – EXTRA CURRICULAR DISCIPLINE POLICY
The Totowa Board of Education, Administration and Professional Staff recognize the importance of student behavior as it relates to academic performance, the safety and well being of
all students, and creation of a comprehensive, effective learning environment where all students have the opportunity to achieve to their highest potential.
The following policy has been developed in cooperation with the WPS School Discipline Committee, Professional Staff, and has been approved and adopted by the Totowa Board of
Education during its July 18, 2012 meeting.
The purpose of this policy is to promote positive student behavior, to have students be accountable for their actions, and to keep parents and students informed, in more detail, concerning
their standing as student citizens in the community of Washington Park School.
Students will accumulate “behavior points” for the following consequences for adverse behavior: Cell Phones
Students must have cell phones turned off and hidden between the hours of 8:30 and 3:20. Use for any reason is prohibited.
Cell phones will be confiscated by staff members when “seen” and turned into the main office. Phones will be returned
only to parents who come to the office. After the second incident and beyond, the student will receive 1 day after school
detention-3 points. The administration and board of education take this policy very seriously in that use of cell phones could
jeopardize: 1. the safety and well being of all students and staff; 2. academic security; 3. issues of confidentiality and
privacy. In cases of emergency or illness, students must come to the main office or nurse to contact parents.
- Principal Detentions: 1 point for each day served
- After-School Detention: 3 points for each day served
- Out-of-School Suspension: 5 points for each day served
Students who reach 10 points for an entire school year will be eliminated from all extra-curricular activities that include but are not limited to:
*Dances*Student Council*Youth Week*TBN* Spring Musical*Yearbook*Stars*Special Olympic Mentors
*Fashion Show*Interscholastic/Intramural Athletics*Student/Faculty Programs*8th Grade end of year Trip*8th Grade Washington Trip
*7th Grade Boston Trip*or any other extra-curricular activity that may be initiated. Points accrued in June will be carried over into the following school year for students in grades 5 through 7.
PROBATION
Students who reach 10 discipline behavior points will be suspended from all activities listed above for 10 school days that will be deemed “probation.” After the 10th school day, students will
be reinstated on the 11th day and will remain on probation for the remainder of the year. Once a student who is on probation receives another discipline point, he/she will be suspended from
all activities listed above, or any other activities implemented absent from this list, for the remainder of the year.
REDEMPTION
Students may apply for “redemption” within one week (holidays excluded) after the probationary period has been violated. Application must be submitted by the student, in writing (using the
approved “Redemption Form)”, addressed to the principal. The principal will forward the Redemption Application to an Advisory Panel, comprised of teachers, who will review the application.
The Advisory Panel will render a decision within one week (holidays excluded). Once the Advisory Panel grants “redemption” to a student, that student may once again participate in all activities. On a monthly basis, a meeting will be scheduled between 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM between the Advisory Panel and the student. The advisory panel will act as advisors and monitors for the
student relative to his/her disciplinary situation and progress realized. Failure to attend a scheduled meeting with the Advisory Panel, without due cause, as determined by the Advisory Panel,
will disqualify the student for “Redemption.” Application for “Redemption” cannot occur after April 1st of any school year. “Redemption” can only occur one time per academic school year. The
Advisory Panel will keep written documentation of all applications and minutes from meetings with students. If additional discipline points are accrued after “Redemption,” those points will be
added to previously accrued points and that student will once again be disqualified from extracurricular participation.
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SAFETY PROCEDURES CONCERNING THREATS
Many challenges face our public schools today. In light of the violence that has occurred in schools around the country, all threats by pupils against other students and school personnel
will be taken seriously and may subject the pupil to school disciplinary procedures as well as criminal prosecution.
The Totowa School District takes seriously any threat made against another student that may jeopardize the safety and well being of any other student or staff member,
regardless of the intent. Because school administrators can never be sure whether the accused intends to carry out the threat at some time, threats made against another student
or staff member will be thoroughly investigated. Therefore, the Totowa school administration will adhere to the following procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of all
students and staff members in Totowa’s schools. These procedures are consistent with, but may exceed, section 4.10 of the Uniform State Memorandum of Agreement between
Educators and Law Enforcement Officials.
When a threat has been called to the attention of the school administration the following procedures will be implemented:
1. As required by the Memorandum of Agreement between Educators and Law Enforcement, section 4.10: The School principal will immediately notify the school liaison officer or shift
commander whenever any school employee in the course of his or her employment develops reason to believe that a student has threatened, is planning, or otherwise intends to cause death,
serious bodily injury, or significant bodily injury to another person under circumstances in which a reasonable person would believe that the student genuinely intends at some point in the future
to commit the violent act or to carry out the threat. The school official shall provide to the responding law enforcement agency all known information relevant to the threat, including but not
limited to any historical or background information concerning the student’s behavior or state of mind. For the purpose of this reporting requirement, the threatened or planned act of violence
need not be imminent, and the intended victim of the violent act need not be aware of the threat. Nor shall it be relevant for the purpose of this reporting requirement that the intended victim
is not a student or member of the school community, or that the violent act is not intended to be committed on school property or during regular school hours. The parties of this Agreement
understand and agree that students who make a credible threat of harm to themselves or others should be taken seriously. Accordingly, the provisions of this paragraph shall be liberally
construed with a view toward preventing future acts of violence.
2. The student accused of making the threat will be brought into the principal’s office immediately and questioned concerning the accusation. If the threat involves the use of a weapon, the
Totowa Police will be called and a search will take place immediately as permitted by law. If a weapon is found, the school’s discipline policy will be invoked and charges will be filed with the local
police department and the Passaic County Prosecutor’s office. In addition, support services will be called upon and other evaluations will be ordered. If no weapon is found (proceed to #3 below).
3. The school administration will question all students and staff members who may have information concerning the alleged threat, including the accused and the accused’s parents or legal
guardians.
4. In all cases, the school administration reserves the right of requiring a psychiatric evaluation of the accused and may condition the accused’s return to school pending the outcome of such
an assessment.
5. All members of the Totowa Board of Education will be notified of an incident within a reasonable time after the incident occurred.
The school’s discipline policy may be invoked if the child is found to be in violation of that policy. The Totowa Board of Education is governed by specific policy concerning student discipline and the discovery of a weapon in school. Parents may receive a copy of the following Totowa Board of Education Policies upon request: #5500 (Expectations for Pupil Conduct), #5600
(Pupil Discipline), #5610 (Suspension), #5611 (Removal of Pupils from Regular Education Program for Weapons/Firearms Violation), #5620 (Expulsion), #5512.01 (Harassment, Intimidation,
Bullying & Harassment). Parents are required to sign that they have received and read this policy.
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Policy & Regulation # 2330 - HOMEWORK
The Totowa Board of Education recognizes that homework is a necessary part of
a child’s education. The Board directs the administration to develop homework procedures,
guidelines, and standards. Homework guidelines and standards will be a product of a
collaborative effort between administration and teachers. Homework guidelines and standards
shall be distributed to teachers, parents, and students.
The type, frequency, and quantity of homework assigned should be determined
by the teacher, their course requirements, and class expectations, and should meet the needs
of the individual student. Homework is an extension of the classroom experience. Homework
shall not be assigned for punitive reasons.
Communication among teachers relative to the coordination of assignments is
expected so that workloads are in line with reasonable expectations. The building principal
shall notify teachers when to consider grace periods for homework assignments when school
activities, beyond the school day and in the evening, would cause an undue hardship on
students in meeting homework requirements and deadlines.
Homework is an essential tool in the learning process as it develops independent
study/work skills, develops student responsibility, and reinforces concepts experienced in
class to further enhance learning. Homework will be presented in a positive manner with the
above traits discussed as reasons for the issuing of homework.
Homework will be weighted no more than 20% of the student’s grade. Homework
will be administered, developed, issued, and assimilated by the teacher. Factors in developing
and issuing homework will be determined by the type of course taught, the grade level and
academic/social/emotional levels of the students, and reasons for the kind and type of
homework issued.
All assigned homework will be aligned, and reflect the proficiency levels to be
attained for each subject and grade level in the Common Core State Standards. Teachers
need to be cognizant of the reasons for issuing homework and students and parents need
to be aware of the reasons. As the teacher states the goals and objectives for each lesson,
students and parents need to know the goals and objectives for the assigning of homework.
While there exist a multitude of reasons for issuing homework, major reasons include:
1. Reinforcement and practice of skills taught in class;
2. The need for students to preview material in preparation for a class. Example:
reading material for discussion.
3. To develop independent study/work skills in students for preparation of further
academic requirements and life skills of the future.
4. Independent projects where students are instructed to construct an item using
materials for completion at home is prohibited. Evidence has shown that such projects, in some
cases, are completed by parents, in part or in total. This creates an uneven playing field and
enables children who have parents/guardians present and interested in assisting in the project to
be at an advantage over children who do not. Such projects, when assigned, will be completed
in the classroom. The same materials will be provided to all students at a cost to the Totowa
Board of Education.
5. “Timeline” projects that depict family history, complete with photographs and
significant events in a student’s growth and development, assigned by teachers are prohibited.
Such projects draw attention to students whose “timelines” are devoid of family members,
photographs, or significant events.
6. Teachers must show caution when displaying student homework and classwork
identified by student name outside the classroom. Such a practice jeopardizes student
confidentiality. When parents are present in the classroom, efforts to hide student identification
must be made to protect a child’s anonymity and level of academic performance.
When predetermined standards developed by the classroom teacher and issued to
students on the first day of school with copies for the building principals, for homework are not
met, student names will be submitted to the principal at the end of each marking period and those
students will receive an after-school detention with an assessment of 2 disciplinary points.
Homework will be weighted no more than 20% of the student’s grade.
Notification will be contained in the mid-marking report.
Students who are “not in danger” at the time of the mid-marking period report, and
become “at risk” after mid-marking period reports are issued, parents will receive notification by
the teacher before the end of the marking period.
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Policy & Regulation # 5410 - PROMOTION & RETENTION
The Board of Education recognizes that each child develops and grows in a unique pattern and that pupils should be placed in the educational setting most appropriate to their
social, physical, and educational needs. Each pupil enrolled in this district shall be moved forward in a continuous program of learning in harmony with his/her own development.
Standards for pupil promotion shall be related to the Common Core State Standards, district goals and objectives and to the accomplishments of the pupils. A pupil will be promoted
to the next succeeding grade level when he/she has completed the course requirements at the presently assigned grade; and has achieved the instructional objectives set for the present
grade; has demonstrated the proficiencies required for movement into an educational program of the next grade; and has demonstrated the degree of social, emotional, and physical maturation
necessary for a successful learning experience in the next grade.
Promotion policies and procedures will be provided to parent(s) or legal guardian(s) as appropriate. Parent(s) or legal guardian(s) and pupils shall be regularly informed during the
school year of the pupil’s progress toward meeting promotion standards. A teacher who determines that a pupil’s progress may not be sufficient to meet promotional standards shall notify the
parent(s) or legal guardian(s), along with the principal in an effort to establish remedial intervention before retention is recommended. Notification of possible retention shall be made to the
parent(s) or legal guardian(s) at the first warning signs available. Once notification has been made, communication will be on going until a final decision is reached at the appropriate time.
School attendance shall be a factor in the determination of a pupil’s promotion or retention. Only extenuating circumstances should permit the promotion of a pupil who has been
in attendance fewer than 150 days during the school year. Pupils in grades 5-8 who are absent from individual classes in excess of 30 times per year must attend a summer school program
and comply with Policy #2440.
Classroom teachers shall recommend to the building principal the promotion or retention of each child. Parent(s) or legal guardian(s) may appeal a promotion or retention decision
to the superintendent whose decision shall be final.
The following rules are promulgated in accordance with the policy of the Board of Education dealing with the promotion and retention of pupils:
A. Standards/Philosophy for Pupil Promotion/Retention
Elementary and Intermediate Grade (PreK-8) - A pupil will be promoted to the next succeeding grade level when he/she demonstrates the proficiencies required for movement into
the next grade. In cases where the teacher, together with the principal, feel that another year of maturity could reasonably ensure academic success (especially for pupils in kindergarten and
1st grade), a pupil can be recommended for retention. In such cases, agreement with the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) is preferred.
A1.
Standards for Pupil Promotion
A pupil will be promoted to the next succeeding grade level when he/she demonstrates the proficiencies required for movement into the next grade level.
B.
Procedures for Pupil Retention
1. Assumption:
The reason for not passing academic subjects is not due to a student’s intelligence or disability, but a conscious effort to not comply with academic requirements that include studying
for tests, completing homework assignments, poor attendance, unresponsiveness to intervention, and behavior in the classroom that does not promote opportunity of learning for oneself and
others.
a. Students in grades 5-8 who fail Math, English/Reading, Social Studies, Science (based on A1 above) must attend summer school or forfeit promotion to the next grade level. Students who fail THREE subjects will be retained and are not eligible for summer school.
b. Upon successful completion of summer sessions, student will be promoted to the next grade level. The final numerical grade WILL NOT change on the report card. A certificate
of successful completion will be attached to the report card.
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Policy & Regulation # 5410 - PROMOTION & RETENTION
2. Parents(s) or legal guardians(s) and pupils will be provided a minimum of four marking period assessments and four mid-marking period notifications outlining the pupil’s
performance relative to promotional criteria.
3. Parent(s) or legal guardian(s) will be notified at the first indication of possible retention or summer school requirements based on inadequate performance indicated on midmarking period reports and report cards.
4. A pupil with fewer than 150 days present in grades kindergarten through eight will not be promoted to the next grade. Extenuating circumstances, as determined by the building
principal, can waive the 150 day attendance requirements. Pupils in grades 5-8 who are absent from individual classes in excess of 30 times per year must attend a summer school program
and comply with Policy #2440. Classroom teachers will provide input to the building principal who makes the final decision concerning the promotion or retention of each pupil.
5. Parent(s) or legal guardian(s) may appeal a promotion/retention decision of the principal to the Superintendent whose decision is final.
Policy # 5200 - ATTENDANCE
The Board of Education requires the pupils enrolled in the schools of this district to attend school regularly in accordance with the laws of the State. The educational program offered
by this district is predicated on the presence of the pupil and requires continuity of instruction and classroom participation. The regular contact of pupils with one another in the classroom and
their participation in a well-planned instructional activity under the tutelage of a competent teacher are vital to this purpose.
Attendance at school may be excused for a certain absences as defined by the Board. All absences for reasons other than excused, shall be unexcused. Pupils absent from
school for any reason are responsible for the completion of assignments missed because of their absence. No pupil excused for a religious holiday shall be deprived of an award or eligibility
to compete for an award of the opportunity to make up a test given on the religious holiday. Prolonged or repeated absences, excused or unexcused, from school or from class, deprive the
pupil of the classroom experience deemed essential to learning and may result in retention at grade level.
Pupils shall be subjected to the school district response for unexcused absences during the school year as outlined in N.J.A.C. 6A:16-7.8 (a) 4 and Regulation 5200. In addition,
unexcused absences from school or from classes within the school day shall subject a pupil to the disciplinary rules of the Board, which may include the denial of a pupil’s participation in
co-curricular activities and/or athletic competition. Repeated truancies that interfere with efforts of this Board and its staff in the maintenance of good order and the continuity of classroom
instruction may result in the suspension or expulsion of any pupil from the course of study during which absences have occurred or the suspension or expulsion in accordance with Policy
Nos. 5610 and 5620.
The Superintendent shall calculate and monitor the average daily attendance rate for the district and for each school in the district. Whenever the average daily attendance rate
for the district or for a school in the district does not meet the New Jersey Department of Education requirements, the Superintendent or designee shall develop performance objectives to
improve pupil attendance pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A: 30-5.2.
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Regulation # 5200 - ATTENDANCE
A. Definitions
1.
“Attendance” is a pupil’s presence in school and in the classroom to which he/she is assigned at the times scheduled for instruction or other school activities.
a. A pupil will be considered to have attended school if he/she has been present at least four hours fifteen minutes during the school day.
b. A pupil not present in school because of his/her participation in an approved school activity, such as a field trip, meeting, cooperative education assignment, or
athletic competition will be considered to be in attendance.
2.
“Excused absence” is a pupil’s absence from school for a full day or a portion of a day for one or more of the following reasons:
a. The pupil’s illness,
b. Family illness or death,
c. Educational opportunities,
d. Excused religious observances, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:36-14 through 16,
e. Where appropriate, when consistent with Individualized Education Programs, the Individuals with Disabilities Act, accommodation plans under 29 U.S.C. 794 and 705 (20), and individualized health care plans pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.3,
f. The pupil’s suspension from school,
g. The pupil’s required attendance in court,
h. Interviews with a prospective employer or with an admissions officer of an institution of higher education,
i. Examination for a driver’s license,
j. Necessary and unavoidable medical or dental appointments that cannot be scheduled at a time other than the school day, and
k. An absence for a reason not listed above, but deemed excused by the Superintendent, upon a written request by the pupil’s parent or legal guardian to the Building Principal or designee stating the reason for the absence and requesting permission for the absence to be an excused absence.
3. “Truancy” is a pupil’s absence from all or a part of the school day without knowledge of the pupil’s parent(s) or legal guardian(s). A pupil will also be considered truant if he/she:
a. Leaves school at lunch time without a pass,
b. Leaves school without permission when school is still in session,
c. Leaves class because of illness and does not report to the school nurse as directed, or
d. Is present in school but is absent from class without approval. Such truancy from class is a “class cut.”
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4. “Unexcused absence” is a pupil’s absence for all of part of a school day for any reason other than those listed in A2 above. Students who miss school for purposes of vacation will be considered an unexcused absence.
B. Notice to School of a Pupil’s Absence
1. The parent(s) or legal guardian(s) or adult pupil is requested to call the school office before 9:00 a.m. of the morning of the pupil’s absence.
2. The parent (s) or legal guardian (s) or adult pupil who anticipates a future absence or anticipates that an absence will be prolonged should notify the Principal, who will assist in the arrangement of make-up work.
C.
Readmission to School After an Absence
1. A pupil returning from an absence of any length must present to the nurse a written statement, dated and signed by the parent(s) or legal guardian (s) or adult pupil, of the reasons for the absence.
2. A note explaining a pupil’s absence for noncommunicable illness for a period of more than five school days must be accompanied by a physician’s statement of the pupil’s illness.
3. A pupil who has been absent by reason of having or being suspected of having a communicable disease must present to the nurse written evidence of being free of communicable disease, in accordance with Policy No. 8451.
D. Instruction
1. Teachers are expected to cooperate in the preparation of home assignments for pupils who anticipate an excused absence of one school day duration. The parent(s) or legal guardian(s) or adult pupil must request such home assignments.
2. A pupil who anticipates an excused absence due to a temporary or chronic health condition may be eligible for home instruction in accordance with Policy No. 2412. The parent(s) or legal guardian(s) or adult pupil must request home instruction.
3. Pupils absent for any reason are expected to make up the work missed. In grade Kindergarten and above, the pupil is responsible for requesting missed assignments and any assistance required. Teachers will provide make-up assignments as necessary.
4. In general, pupils will be allowed three days to make up missed work for each one day of absence. Teachers shall make reasonable accommodations to extend time for pupils.
5. A pupil who missed a test because of an excused absence shall be offered an opportunity to take the test or an appropriate alternate test.
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E. Denial of Course Credit
1.
The teacher will determine the credit to be awarded a pupil for make-up work, subject to the rules set forth in this section. Where class participation is a factor in the learning process, the teacher may consider a pupil’s absences in determining a final grade, except that absences for the observance of a pupil’s religious holiday or for a suspension from school cannot adversely affect the pupil’s grade. The teacher may record an incomplete grade, in accordance with Regulation No. 2624, for a pupil who has not had full opportunity to make up missed work.
2.
An elementary pupil will be retained at grade level, in accordance with Policy No. 5410, when he/she has been absent thirty or more school days, or has missed more
than thirty class sessions for students in grades 5-8, whatever the reason for the absence, except that for absences for the observance of religious holidays and
during a pupil’s suspension will not count toward the total. Exceptions to this rule may be made for pupils whose absences are excused and who have demonstrated through completion of home assignments and /or home instruction that they have mastered the proficiencies established for the assigned courses of study.
F. School District Response To Unexcused Absences During the School Year
1.
For up to four cumulative unexcused absences, the Building Principal or designee shall:
a. Make a reasonable attempt to notify the pupil’s parent or legal guardian of each unexcused absence prior to the start of the following school day;
b. Conduct an investigation of the cause of each unexcused absence, including contact with the pupil’s parent and legal guardian;
c. Develop an action plan in consultation with the pupil’s parent or legal guardian designed to address patterns of unexcused absences, if any, and to have the child return to school and maintain regular attendance;
d. Proceed in accordance with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 9: 6-1 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 6A: 16-11, if a potentially missing or abused child abuse situation is detected; and
e. Cooperate with law enforcement and other authorities and agencies, as appropriate.
2.
For between five and nine cumulative unexcused absences, the Building Principal or designee shall:
a. Make a reasonable attempt to notify the pupil’s parent or legal guardian of each unexcused absence prior to the start of the following school day;
b. Conduct a follow-up investigation, including contact with the pupil’s parent or legal guardian, to determine the cause of each unexcused absence;
c. Evaluate the appropriateness of the action plan developed pursuant to F.1.c above;
d. Revise the action plan, as needed, to identify patterns of unexcused absences and establish outcomes based upon the pupil’s needs and specify the
interventions for achieving the outcomes, supporting the pupil’s return to school and regular attendance that may include any or all of the following:
(1) Refer or consult with the building’s Intervention and Referral Services Team, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A: 16-8;
(2) Conduct testing, assessments, or evaluations of the pupil’s academic, behavioral, and health needs;
(3) Consider an alternate educational placement;
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(4) Make a referral to a community-based social and health provider agency or other community resource;
(5) Refer to the court program designated by the New Jersey Administrative Office of the Courts; and
(6) Proceed in accordance with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 9:6 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 6A: 16-11, if a potentially missing or child abuse situation is detected.
e. Cooperate with law enforcement and other authorities and agencies, as appropriate.
3.
For cumulative unexcused absences of ten or more, the pupil between the ages of six and sixteen is truant, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A: 38-27, and the Building Principal or designee shall:
a. Make a mandatory referral to the court program required by the New Jersey Administrative Office of the Courts:
b. Make a reasonable attempt to notify the pupil’s parent or legal guardian of the mandatory referral;
c. Continue to consult with the parent or legal guardian and the involved agencies to support the pupil’s return to school and regular attendance;
d. Cooperate with law enforcement and other authorities and agencies; as appropriate; and
e. Proceed in accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A: 38-28 through 31, Article 3B, Compelling Attendance at School, and other applicable State and Federal statutes, as required.
4.
For pupils with disabilities, the attendance plan and punitive and remedial procedures of N.J.A.C. 6A: 16-7.8 and Policy and Regulation 5200 shall be applied,
where applicable, in accordance with the pupil’s Individualized Education Programs, pursuant to 20 U.S.C 1400 et seq.; the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act; the procedural protections set forth in N.J.A.C. 6A: 14; accommodation plans under 29 U.S.C. 794 and 705(20); and individualized health care plans, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A: 16-2.3.
5.
All receiving schools pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A: 14-7.1(a) shall act in accordance with F.1. above for each pupil with up to four cumulative unexcused absences.
a. For each pupil attending a receiving school with five or more cumulative unexcused absences, the absences shall be reported to the sending district by the receiving school.
(1) The sending school district shall proceed in accordance with the district Board of Education policies and procedures pursuant to F. above and the provisions of F.2. through F.4. above, as appropriate.
G. Discipline
1. Pupils may be denied participation in co-curricular activities if their attendance fails to meet the standards set forth in Policy No. 2340.
2. Pupils may be denied participation in athletic competition if their attendance fails to meet the standards set forth in Board Policy No. 2431.
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3. No pupil who is absent from school for observance of a religious holiday may be deprived of any award or of eligibility for or opportunity to compete for any award because of the absence.
4. In addition to the requirements as outlined in F.3.a. through e. above, a pupil deemed truant shall be subject to appropriate pupil discipline.
5. The absence of a pupil missing from school for unexplained reasons will be handled in accordance with Regulation No. 8464.
H. Recording Attendance
1. Teachers must accurately record the pupils present, tardy, and absent each day in each session or each class. Attendance records must also record pupils’ attendance at out-of-school curricular events such as field trips.
2. A student shall be recorded as either present, absent, or excused for religious observance.
3. A report card will record the number of times the pupil was absent and tardy in each marking period.
4. A pupil’s absence for observance of a religious holiday will not be recorded as such on any transcript or application or employment form.
I.
Appeal
1. A truant pupil may be suspended or expelled for truancies in accordance with Policy Nos. 5610 and 5620.
2. A pupil who has been retained at grade level for excessive absences may appeal that action in accordance with Policy No. 5410.
3. A pupil who has been dropped from a course and /or denied course credit for excessive absences may appeal that action in accordance with the following procedures:
a. The pupil shall file a written appeal to the Principal within five school days of receiving notice of the action. The appeal should state the reasons for admitted absences, documentation that would reduce the number of absences, and reasons why the pupil should continue to be enrolled in the course and /or receive course credit.
b. The Principal will respond in writing no later than seven working days after receiving the pupil’s appeal.
c. If the pupil is not satisfied, he/she may submit a written request to the Principal for consideration by an Attendance Review Committee.
d. On the pupil’s request, the Principal shall convene an Attendance Review Committee consisting of Principal, teacher, and support teacher. The Attendance Review Committee shall meet informally to hear the pupil’s reasons for re-enrollment and/or credit. The pupil’s parent(s) or legal guardian(s) and teacher may attend
the meeting.
e. The Attendance Review Committee shall decide the appeal and inform the pupil in writing within seven working days of the meeting. The committee may impose
conditions on any re-enrollment and may require the pupil to agree to those conditions.
f. The pupil may appeal an adverse decision of the Attendance Review Committee to the Superintendent, the Board of Education, and the Commissioner of Education, in that order and in accordance with Policy No. 5710, Pupil Grievance. Resort to the Attendance Review Committee shall be considered to have exhausted the first step of the grievance.
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1. The registrar will collect attendance data from each of the schools in the district and calculate the average daily attendance rate for the district and for each school. The
attendance rate shall be calculated by dividing the total number of pupil days present for all pupils by the total possible number of pupil days present for all pupils and multiplying the result
by one hundred.
2. When the average daily attendance rate for the district or for a school does not meet the New Jersey Department of Education requirements, performance objectives to
improve pupil attendance pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A: 32-12.2 (a)3 shall be developed.
Policy & Regulation # 2440 - SUMMER SCHOOL
The Board of Education shall require a summer school program for children in grades five through eight who fail Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Reading/English or
forfeit promotion to the next grade level. Pupils eligible for the summer school program of this district shall include resident pupils eligible for regular attendance in the district. Successful
completion of summer course work will allow a student to be promoted to the next grade. Summer school is an option, but should a parent(s) or legal guardian(s) choose to not remediate the
failure in a course through a summer school program, the student will be retained for the next school year at the grade level the failure was attained. Students who do not meet attendance
requirements in Policy #5410 & #5200 will be required to attend summer school.
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY: Students in grades 5-8 who fail Math, English/Reading, Social Studies, Science must attend summer school or forfeit promotion to the next grade
level. Students who fail THREE subjects will be retained and are not eligible for summer school.
GRADING DETAILS DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR: Numerical final grade threshold….64 and below. Students cannot receive a numerical grade lower than a 50, regardless
of their actual numerical grade, for any marking period, in order to provide students with the opportunity for a final passing numerical grade. When a student enrolls in two sessions and fails
one that student will be retained.
Requirements for Summer School Success: Successful performance on tests, completed homework, and class participation. Students will be removed for disciplinary reasons
without refund. A successful passing grade during summer school will satisfy requirements for promotion. Upon successful completion of summer sessions, students will be promoted to
the next grade level. The final numerical grade WILL NOT change on the report card. A certificate of successful completion will be attached to the report card.
ATTENDANCE DURING THE YEAR (See Policy No. 5200)
Students who are tardy or leave early and miss more than 30 class periods annually would be subject to mandatory summer school. Example: A student could be absent 15 days, (below
the threshold of Policy # 5200) but absent 45 times period 7 would require the pupil to attend summer school for that subject.
NOTIFICATION: Notification will be contained in the mid-marking report. Students who are “not in danger” at the time of the mid-marking period report, and become “at risk”
after mid-marking period reports are issued, parents will receive notification by the teacher before the end of the marking period. The administration and professional staff will inform parents
of students’ progress from the first marking period through the conclusion of the academic school year.
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