USD #373 Board of Education

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USD #373
Board of Education
Date:
Place:
Time:
Monday, June 10, 2013
McKinley Administrative Center
7:00 p.m. Regular Session
2012-2013
USD 373 Mission
The mission of the Newton school community is to prepare our students
to be capable, contributing participants in a changing world.
USD 373 District Belief Statements
We believe that:
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the educational needs of each student must be met.
the needs of students must drive decision-making.
education is an active partnership involving students, families, schools & community.
motivation, opportunity and effort are critical to success.
high expectations foster quality performance.
the right to education conveys both privilege and responsibility.
USD 373 District Goals
 Student Learning: USD 373 will provide all staff with the resources necessary to
assist all students in acquiring essential social and academic skills for success.
 Human Resources: USD 373 will recruit, support and retain quality personnel in
every staff position in the school district.
 Technology Utilization: USD 373 will support appropriate technologies as both a
means of managing data and expanding student learning.
 Funding: USD 373 will advocate for adequate and equitable school funding both
within the school district and throughout the state of Kansas.
 Parent and Community Relationships: USD 373 will build positive parent and
community relationships to increase educational opportunities for all students
and promote vital economic development throughout the school district.
Specific indicators will be identified for each district goal and progress reports will
be submitted during the school year with a summary report at the end of the year.
Approved April 18, 2011
BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING
Public notice is given that a meeting of the Board of Education of Newton USD 373 of Newton, Kansas
will be held in the Board of Education Meeting Room at the McKinley Administrative Center, Newton,
Kansas on Monday, June 10, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. to consider and act upon the matters on the following
tentative agenda and such other matters as may be presented at the meeting and determined to be
appropriate for discussion at that time.
Regular Meeting
7:00 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC – Comments relative to specific personnel or students will be
treated confidentially by the Board of Education and will be heard in Executive Session only. Comments
will be limited to 3 minutes per speaker.
REPORTS
1. Trane
ITEMS FOR DECISION
1. Consent Agenda
a) Approval of May 13 and May 16, 2013 Minutes
b) Approval of Personnel Report
c) Approval of Treasurer’s Report
d) Approval of the Sale/Disposal of Surplus Equipment
2. Approval of Bills
3. Approval of Building Handbooks
4. Approval of Lease Agreement for Health Sciences Academy
5. Approval of KCCRS – Kansas College Career Readiness Standards in ELA & Math
6. Approval of the ELA Information
7. Approval of Requested Changes to District’s Qualified Pension Plan
8. Approval of Health Insurance Recommendation for 2013-14
9. Approval of Pay to Play Fees
10. Ratify the 2013-2014 Negotiated Agreement
11. Approval of Gift Request for Newton High School
ITEMS OF INFORMATION
1. Budget Information
2. Next Meeting: June 24, 2013, 7:00 p.m.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS and BOARD COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
Newton USD 373
McKinley Administrative Center
Office of Business Services
308 East 1st Street
Newton, KS 67114-3846
316.284.6200 ▪ FAX 316.284.6207
www.newton.k12.ks.us
BUDGETING • PAYROLL • ACCOUNTING • PURCHASING • OPERATIONS • MAINTENANCE • TRANSPORTATION • FOOD SERVICE
Business Services Report – June 10, 2013
Following is a brief summary of some of the many activities that occurred in the Business office
during the month of May, 2013.
Budget Planning. With the extended legislative session and a number of bills that were left hanging
until the final hour, it has been difficult to nail down final recommendations for the upcoming budget
year. The Budget Advisory Council has provided significant input, and having the eyes and voices of
a variety of constituents has been very helpful. As we move into mid-June, final tax revenues will be
receipted, estimated assessed valuation will be closer to being nailed down, and potential ending
balances that will lessen the impact of reductions will be finalized. A great deal of work lies ahead
over the next several weeks.
Health Insurance. Over the course of the last couple of months, we have been working with multiple
brokers and insurance companies as we plan for the plan year that begins October 1. While many
months away, these decisions are critical in order to plan appropriately for the coming year. We are
very pleased with the recommendation being shared with the board to move to a self-funded plan in
the coming year. In addition to the many benefits of moving this direction, the commitment of Newton
Medical Center to partner with us in a number of ways (discounts, wellness opportunities, etc.) which
will be a great asset to our employees and our community. Additionally, moving to a plan that doesn’t
require a referral process will allow our employees and their families to have more control and choice
in their health insurance program.
High School Restroom Project. Final preparation meetings were held with the architect, contractor,
and sub-contractors as we approached the final days of school. Following the Memorial Day holiday
the remodeling project began with demolition. Substantial completion is scheduled by the first of
August.
Aesop – Finally! After several months of intense preparation, the Aesop Substitute Placement &
Absence Management web application was implemented in late April with final training for sites, final
communication with substitutes, and we went live on May 6. While we had a few bumps along the
way, the implementation was highly successful and our employees and subs very quickly are learning
to utilize all the various tools available. Aesop also gives us a new layer of data analysis that we
have not previously had at our disposal. Following are some examples of the type of information we
now have at our fingertips in terms of absence management.
June 2013
VOL 1 ISSUE 11
Instructional Services
Sheila Wendling, Director
District Level Mentor Teacher and New
Teacher Support
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During the month of May, Jean, Gail,
Rochelle and I met several times to plan
for next year and reflect on this year.
KSDE provided survey questions for our
new teacher program and results will be
analyzed. Our district will be
participating in the pilot program again
next year for new teacher mentoring
through KSDE and New Teacher Center.
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Jean and Gail have moved to ETC. They
are excited to be in the same building as
Rochelle. This will allow for more
collaboration among the three of them.
Their new teacher training for 1st year
and 2nd year teachers will be provided in
the large group at ETC next year.
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As we provide building support for new
teachers, building principals will ask for
volunteers to be a building advisor/guide.
Previously this has been a paid position;
however, due to the lack of funding the
last few years, we will no longer be able
to provide those stipends.
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Currently, Gail will be assisting seven 2nd
year teachers and two new teachers. Jean
will be assisting seven 2nd year teachers
and four new teachers. Rochelle has a
case load of six 2nd year teachers and five
new teachers. These numbers will
change as hiring is still occurring
throughout the district.
PDC committee
The Professional Development Council met
on Thursday, May 9. We reminded staff that
there will be summer workshops available:
LETRS on June 19-20, Kagan Cooperative
Learning on June 27-28 and Technology for
laptops on June 25-27. Then we had a work
session to begin the discussion of creating a
Quick Start Page for each building PDC
representative to follow as they assist staff
with using My Learning Plan. We also
decided that each building representative
needs to have 30 minutes of time at the
beginning of the year to show staff MLP and
discuss processes and procedures. We will
need to have another work session at the
beginning of the year to complete our Quick
Start Guide as well as discuss the role of PDC
for the 2013-2014 school year.
Curriculum and Instruction
On May 15, PreK-4 had their district
collaboration. Grades K-2 met to discuss
vocabulary and sight word lists. They
continued their ongoing conversations based
on the ELA curriculum map and what words
would be used by each teacher in the grade
level across the district. They made a
recommendation for a student resource for
use in their daily learning called My Writing
Words Journal. Grades 3-4 also discussed
vocabulary and how to best work with “I
Can” statements in their teaching and
learning for next year. They also talked about
how the Four Blocks books will be utilized
for planning instruction in the 90-minute
ELA block next year.
ELL
I met with the K-12 ELL teachers on May 15
during district collaboration. We discussed
the type of model for instruction for students
whether it was a push-in model or pull-out.
Documentation of services was also
discussed along with how to utilize para
support for students. Assessment of students
is a need and we will be exploring options
for the upper grades in finding a tool to
assess students once they have taken the
AIMSweb benchmark to further diagnose
their strengths and weaknesses
Eby and C4 Secure Care
I have been working with Vicki Adame and
staff at Eby during the last month. We have
met to discuss inventory of Eby and what to
be doing with curriculum materials as well as
furniture. With the help of Mitch, we have
aided the staff in determining where they are
going to be relocated and what their duties
will be.
One of our challenges for the C4 Secure Care
has been to locate resources that do not
require the use of the internet. However,
after much research, we have found
instructional materials in the content areas of
ELA, math, social studies and science for the
students that we provide instruction to on a
daily basis in this facility provided by
Youthville. We are very pleased with the
direct instruction that has been occurring for
these students and feel that this approach is
more beneficial to their progress in learning.
Media Specialists
We have hired a new media specialist for
Northridge. Interviews have been occurring
at NHS for the position there. We hope to
have this finalized soon. The monthly
meetings with media specialists will
continue next year with an emphasis on how
the media center can be a resource for
teachers and students. Media specialists will
have a more involved role in technology and
integrating that with instruction along with
still providing instructional resources to
students and staff.
K-4 Science
With the move to having one science teacher
in each of the elementary buildings, we are
excited to think of the possibilities in
providing this instruction to students and
how to align the curriculum. Next
Generation Science Standards are currently
being reviewed at the State BOE meeting
and should be voted on this month. I
recently applied for a pilot of an elementary
Project Lead the Way program for each of
the K-4 buildings. We hope to hear soon
whether we have been accepted or not. The
program will provide training to a lead
teacher and that person will then train the
other four science teachers.
End of Year Purchases and Renewals
The month of June has been busy with
reviewing textbook/workbook replacement
requests and software renewals/upgrades.
The use of VPL/A+ software has been at
NHS. This is a credit recovery software that
we use for students. It is time to upgrade
this software so that will be done over the
summer with training and support provided
to the teachers that provide this credit
recovery.
Harvey County Special Education Cooperative
Newton USD 373
Halstead USD 440
Hesston USD 460
Mitchell Neuenschwander, Director
Report to USD 373 Board
June 5, 2013
This month we have been working on filling vacant positions. Hires include experienced teachers as well as
teachers that are new to the profession. Building administrators have been included on the interview
process and we feel that the candidates are strong. After completing the interview process and making the
offers, we have had additional resignations. The search will start for these new openings.
Paraeducator letters of intent will be going out soon for staff being renewed for next year. A change for
next year will require that paraeducators work the assigned 6.5 hours. The letter is being mailed earlier this
year as this will be affecting some staff. In addition, the Cooperative will be unable to hire paraeducators as
substitutes in the classrooms due to the auditing of categorical aid of personnel and meeting student needs as
stated on the IEP. This information may not be received well, but because of the funding of special
education, this will need to become a practice for the Cooperative.
I have met with the staff of Heartland Virtual School and the director of Reno County Interlocal. We have
crafted a letter stating our practice in working with special education students that are enrolled in the virtual
school. We are waiting to hear feedback from KSDE on our proposed practice guidelines.
Data verification practices are changing as a directive from OSEP for all self assessment data collections.
After the data collection window closes, 20 student files will be randomly selected for all districts that selfreported 100% compliant data. Directors will be required to submit documentation to verify district
responses provided to preselected questions by KSDE for the particular data collection.
There have been a lot of first events for me this year as director of Harvey County Special Education
Cooperative. The experiences along with the support of the board, HCSEC administrators and McKinley
special education support staff have been invaluable to me. I look forward to continuing my growth and
will work to see that the Cooperative continues to provide high quality services.
McKinley Administrative Center, 308 East 1st Street, Newton KS 67114-3846
Phone 316-284-6580  Fax 316-284-6589
Head Start Board Of Education Report
Head Start End of the Month Enrollment Reports
Monthly enrollment reporting is sent to the Office of Head Start through the Head Start Enterprise
System. Below is an outline of the number of Head Start students enrolled at the end of each month out
of 130 total funded slots.
August 2012 – 94
September 2012 – 120
October 2012 – 124
November 2012 – 123
December 2012 – 127
January 2013 – 125
February 2013 – 129
March 2013 – 125
April 2013 – 123
May 2013 – 123
Enrollment Demographics
Income 0-100% of Poverty - 63%
Income 101-130% of Poverty - 14%
Over Income - 9%
Families on Public Assistance
(TANF) - 10%
Foster Families - 2%
Other - 2%
10% of Head Start students are enrolled under IEPs.
Non-Federal Share (In-Kind) Report
43% of Head Start families volunteered in the classroom or did at home curriculum work.
266.89 volunteer hours were generated by parents.
156 Volunteers contributed to the program.
Total of $223,514.80 was generated during the 2012-13 school year.
Types of in-kind contributions: In-class volunteers, at home curriculum preparation, professional
services donations (dental and health services), Policy Council, Health Advisory Committee, Facility
Allowance, donation of supplies
Health Requirements
93% of Head Start students are current and up-to-date on their immunizations.
89% of Head Start students received a dental exam.
100% of Head Start students received a blood pressure, hearing, development, speech, behavior and
height and weight screening.
98% of Head Start students received a vision screening.
COMPARISON OF % OF STUDENTS MEETING/EXCEEDING STANDARDS
WINTER AND SPRING TS GOLD/CREATIVE CURRICULUM CHECKPOINTS
All Students
120
100
% of
Students
80
60
40
20
0
Winter
Spring
4/5 year Olds Transitioning to Kindergarten
120
100
80
60
40
Winter
20
Spring
0
Teaching Strategies Gold Domain Tracking
Percentage of Students Meeting or Exceeding Standards- School Wide
3 & 4 Year Old Students
YEAR
SOC/EMO
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LANGUAGE
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LITERACY
F W S
COGNITION
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APP TO LRN
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MOTOR
F W S
20122013
66.5
76.5
73
56.75
70.25
91
20132014
20142015
20152016
20162017
90
82
81
67
84
97
ITEMS FOR DECISION
1. Approval of Consent Agenda
No information will be shared on items included on the consent agenda during the meeting. If there are
questions on any of these items, please call the administrator listed by each item prior to the meeting. If
there are questions the night of the meeting, the item should be pulled from the consent agenda and placed
as a single Item for Decision. This would need to take place during the adoption of the agenda.
a)
b)
c)
d)
Approval of May 13 and May 16, 2013 Minutes – Dr. Russell Miller
Approval of Personnel Report – Dr. Deborah Hamm
Approval of Treasurer’s Report – Dr. Russell Miller
Approval of the Sale/Disposal of Surplus Equipment – Dr. Russell Miller
Administrative Recommendation
It is the recommendation of the administration that the board adopt Items A - D on the Consent Agenda.
Board Action
I move to adopt Items A - D on the Consent Agenda.
1a. May 13, 2013 Minutes
NEWTON UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT #373
BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING
MINUTES OF MAY 13, 2013
A meeting of the Board of Education of Newton Unified School District 373 convened in open and public
session at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, May 13, 2013, in the Board of Education meeting room located at 308 E.
1st, Newton, KS.
Call to Order
Renee Erickson called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. with the following members present: Barbara
Bunting, Robin Gay, Tim Hodge, Carol Sue Stayrook Hobbs, Matt Treaster and Randy Zohn.
Also present were Superintendent of USD 373 Dr. Deborah Hamm, Assistant Superintendent for Business
Services Dr. Russell Miller, Director of Instructional Services Sheila Wendling, Administrative Assistant
Joni Jantz and James Jordan from the Newton Kansan.
Pledge of Allegiance
Renee Erickson led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Moved by Bunting, seconded by Stayrook Hobbs, to approve the agenda as amended. Motion carried (7 Yes,
0 No).
Budget Hearing
There were no comments.
Comments from the Public
Lester Limon, representative from ReNewton Bicycle Initiative along with Mike McConnell, NHS
teacher, and two students presented the bicycle rack that was designed and fabricated by NHS students.
The location of installing the rack at NHS will be determined this summer with a Ribbon Cutting planned
for August.
Reports
Dylan Moore, NHS Student Council President, reported that donations were made to Agape Center and
the Humane Society. Activities are winding down at the end of the year.
Jason Chalashtari, Director of Head Start, gave a report on the Early Learning Communities model of
which Newton is a part of. This is a program that blends and integrates Head Start, State 4 Year Old
Preschool and Early Childhood Special Education students.
Jenny Lester, Latchkey Director, thanked the board for supporting latchkey and gave an update of plans
for the summer programming.
Sheila Wendling and the ELA (English Language Arts ) committee members gave a report on their work
this year regarding ELA instruction.
Written reports from Instructional Services, Special Education and Cooper Early Education were
provided.
Moved by Bunting, seconded by Gay, to amend the agenda and allow George K. Baum from Gilmore &
Bell answer any questions regarding the Item for Decision on refunding bonds. Motion carried (7 Yes, 0
No).
Moved by Stayrook Hobbs, seconded by Hodge, to approve the Resolution Authorizing and Providing for
the Sale, Issuing and Delivery of general Obligation refunding Bonds. Motion carried (7 Yes, 0 No).
Executive Session – Personnel
At 8:30 p.m. it was moved by Stayrook Hobbs, seconded by Gay, to convene in executive session for the
purpose of discussing personnel matters for non-elected personnel in order to protect the privacy interests
of the persons discussed and that the board return to the open meeting in this room at 9:00 p.m. Motion
carried (7 Yes, 0 No).
carried (4 Yes, 0 No). Barbara Bunting, Renee Erickson and Randy Zohn were not available for the vote.
carried (4 Yes, 0 No). Barbara Bunting, Renee Erickson and Randy Zohn were not available for the vote.
Renee Erickson left the meeting at 9:37 p.m.
Items for Decision
Moved by Gay, seconded by Stayrook Hobbs, to adopt items A – H on the Consent Agenda. Motion
Item A. Approved the April 8 and May 6, 2013 minutes as written.
Item B. Approved the Personnel Report as presented.
Personnel Report 5-13-13
Last Name
Pounds
Wright
Smith
Buchholz
Miller
Houser
Smith
Gonzales
Erickson
Matt
Unruh
Banman
Green
Schroeder
Haude
Crisler
Braden
Zook Heidner
Meredith
Schill
Nickel
Saffle
Harms
Spangler
First Name
Position
Location
Substitute
Sp Ed Swim Para
Audiologist
Cooper
Substitute
Bus A ide
HEAD START-Cooper
Substitute
Audiologist
Coop
8th Gr Science
CMS
Principal
NHS
Director of Business ServicesDistrict Office
3rd Grade
NR
Sp Ed
SF
Sp Ed COTA
Cooper
Music
SC
Sp Ed
NR
OT
Cooper
Pre-K
HEAD START-Cooper
SE Social Worker
CMS
Family Service Worker
HEAD START-Cooper
2nd Gr
Walton
Math
NHS
Sp Ed
EBY
Language Arts
NHS
Greenhouse Para
Walton
Karalee
Robert
Molly
Jerilyn
Krista
Gordon
Molly
Victoria
Roger
Morford
Beth
Dolores
Kimerly
Tanya
Robert
Shelly
Amanda
Marian
Jennifer
Staci
Eunice
Mike
Janel
Jacque
Effective Date
3/26/2013
2/5/2013
8/1/2013
4/26/2013
4/10/2013
4/26/2013
7/1/2013
8/1/2013
7/1/2013
TBD
5/24/2013
5/24/2013
5/23/2013
5/24/2013
5/24/2013
5/24/2013
4/29/2013
5/24/2013
5/24/2013
5/24/2013
5/24/2013
5/24/2013
5/24/2013
5/24/2013
Hire
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
End
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X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Item C. Approved the Treasurer’s Report as presented.
UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT # 373
TREASURER'S REPORT
April 2013
MONTH
BEGINNING CASH BALANCE
REVENUE
BILLS
PAYROLL DISTRIBUTION
ENDING CASH BALANCE
YEAR TO DATE
$11,118,678.63
$9,251,754.23
$2,670,671.93
$31,917,112.96
($1,031,988.03) ($12,766,590.98)
($2,130,495.17) ($17,775,408.85)
_____________ ______________
$10,626,867.36
$10,626,867.36
DISTRIBUTION OF FUNDS ON HAND
LOCATION
CASH/DEPOSIT
BANK OF THE WEST
CENTRAL NATIONAL BANK
CITIZENS
FIRST BANK
MIDLAND
WALTON
MUNICIPAL INVESTMENT POOL
$574,815.20
TOTAL DEPOSITS & INVESTMENTS
$574,815.20
LESS FUNDS REQUIRED TO PAY BILLS
PLUS PETTY CASH
EQUALS ENDING CASH BALANCE
COMBINED
INVESTMENTS
BOND
ENDOWMENT
INVESTMENTS GIFT FUND
$7,650,000.00
$165,289.36
$25,957.48
$2,208,555.32
$9,858,555.32
$0.00
$191,246.84
TOTALS
SECURITIES +
$100,000 FDIC
$7,815,289.36
$0.00
$0.00
$600,772.68
$0.00
$0.00
$2,208,555.32
$7,879,798.00
ST OF KANSAS
$10,624,617.36
$10,203,818.89
$79,898.70
$2,244,122.19
$2,250.00
$10,626,867.36
Item D. Approve the vocational cooperating agreements with the Peabody-Burns and Sedgwick school
districts as presented.
Item E. Ratify the cooperative purchasing agreement with the Kansas School Food Purchasing Coop as
presented.
Item F. Accept the low bid of $21,200 from Depco LLC of Pittsburg, KS for the purchase of a 3D printer
to support Project Lead the Way courses at Newton High School.
Item G. Accept the bid from Surface Protection Services for designated parking lot repairs at a cost of
$47,311.00.
Item H. Accept the low bid from Wray Roofing, Inc. for $28,520.00 for roof repair and restoration at
Chisholm Middle School.
Moved by Stayrook Hobbs, seconded by Hodge, to approve the bills as presented. Motion carried (7 Yes, 0
No).
Bills for Month of APRIL 2013
06
07
08
10
11
12
14
15
16
17
19
20
21
22
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
General Fund
Local Option
Adult Basic Education
Bilingual
Virtual Education
Drivers' Education
Food Service
Professional Development
Parent Awareness
Newton Special Ed
Vocational
Add to Vocational
At Risk
At Risk Preschool
Textbook Rental
Santa Fe Activity Fund
CMS Activity Fund
Gifts & Grants
Endowment Gifts
Interscholastic Fund
Kal Tech Grant
Eby School Health Grant
United Methodist Health
1,320,507.84
395,648.05
0.00
42,431.81
22,383.25
0.00
131,537.83
7,709.33
8,918.39
44,212.68
108,614.16
3,989.35
206,233.31
11,573.65
2,495.16
0.00
999.32
15,322.40
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
199.45
37 Spec Ed Coop
39 Summer School
41 Capital Outlay
47 Improvement Fund 07
49 Bond & Interest
53 Contingency Reserve
56 Recreation
57 Recreation Emp Ben
79 Pension Trust Fund
80 Emp Fixed Charg Rvl
85 HS Tech Grant
86 EETT Enhancing Ed Tech
87 EETT Newton
88 Charter School Grant
89 Walton Charter
90 HEADSTART GRANT
91 Title I Funds
92 Title V Innovative Programs
93 Title IIA Quality
94 Drug Free Schools
95 Title III English Language
96 Title IID Tech.
97 Security Grant
98 KS AfterSchool Enhance
99 ELL Grant
637,256.01
0.00
35,696.97
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
34,940.30
(19,509.66)
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
76,535.09
51,242.46
0.00
9,175.71
0.00
1,518.94
0.00
0.00
1,438.11
0.00
3,151,069.91
Bills Checks
Payroll Checks
Direct Deposit PR Retirement Checks -
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79244- # 79460
91787- # 91918
76916 - # 77639
4644 - # 4696
Moved by Stayrook Hobbs, seconded by Treaster, to adopt the Amended 2012-13 Budget as published.
Motion carried (7 Yes, 0 No).
Moved by Bunting, seconded by Gay, to approve the Staff and Student 2013-14 Acceptable Use Policies.
Motion carried (7 Yes, 0 No).
Moved by Stayrook Hobbs, seconded by Bunting, that the board continue full membership in Schools for
Fair Funding by approving the payment of membership dues in the amount of $21,613.31 for the 2013-14
school year. Motion failed (3 Yes, 4 No).
Moved by Stayrook Hobbs, seconded by Gay, to accept the gift of music instruments valued at $2,900.00
from South Breeze PTO to be used in the music program at South Breeze Elementary School. Motion
Moved by Stayrook Hobbs to leave Pay to Play fees the same and establish a maximum amount families
would pay. Motion failed for lack of second.
Moved by Erickson, seconded by Gay to eliminate the Pay to Play fees. Motion failed (3 Yes, 4 No).
Moved by Bunting, seconded by Stayrook Hobbs to table Pay to Play fee discussion until next meeting
and that administration bring back more information. Motion carried (4 Yes, 3 No).
Randy Zohn left the meeting at 10:03 p.m.
Items for Information
1) Revisions to the Elementary, Santa Fe, Chisholm and Newton High School handbooks were presented
and will be an Item for Decision at the June 10 board meeting.
2) In addition to the ELP report at the beginning of the meeting, Sheila Wendling provided an ELA
brochure and Talking Points for the K-6 ELA 90 minute block.
3) Sheila provided a link for more information on the Kansas College Career Readiness Standards in ELA
and Math. The new standards that USD 373 teachers are implementing will be an Item for Decision at the
June 10 board meeting.
4) Dr. Hamm provided the Health Sciences Academy Lease Agreement which will be an Item for
Decision at the June 10 board meeting.
5) Dr. Miller provided more information regarding the costs involved in adding a modular addition at
Walton Rural Life Center. After discussion, the board choose not to support adding a modular addition to
Walton at this time, but does support the programming at Walton and a long term strategic plan that
allows for expansion of facilities.
6) Dr. Hamm presented information to the board regarding personnel realignments.
7) Budget information was included in the agenda packet. No discussion on this item.
8) Dr. Miller provided information on the Early Retirement Program. If you have specific questions,
please contact him.
9) Dates for year end activities were provided.
10) The current Wellness Policy and a draft of revisions were provided. No discussion on this item.
11) Dr. Miller provided information on the 2013-14 Health Insurance recommendation. If you have
specific questions, please contact him.
It was decided to add a board meeting on June 24 to the schedule.
Future Agenda Items and Board Comments
• Barbara Bunting – future agenda item includes follow up of superintendent evaluation.
• Dr. Hamm – recognized Barbara Bunting and Carol Sue Stayrook Hobbs for receiving the 2013
Newton Area “Woman of the Year” award and also recognized Newton High taking 1st and 2nd
place at the State AAA Auto Skills Competition.
Adjournment
Moved by Stayrook Hobbs, seconded by Treaster, to adjourn at 10:50 p.m. Motion carried (6 Yes, 0 No).
_____________________________
Renee Erickson, President
Dr. Russell Miller, Clerk of the Board
NEWTON UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT #373
BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING
MINUTES OF MAY 16, 2013
A special meeting of the Board of Education of Newton Unified School District 373 convened in open
and public session at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 16, 2013, at McKinley Administrative Center located at
308 E. 1st, Newton, KS.
Call to Order
Renee Erickson called the meeting to order at 5:35 p.m. with the following members present: Robin Gay,
Tim Hodge and Randy Zohn. Also present were Superintendent of USD 373 Dr. Deborah Hamm,
Assistant Superintendent for Business Services Dr. Russell Miller, Director of Instructional Services
Sheila Wendling, and Administrative Assistant Joni Jantz.
Barbara Bunting, Carol Sue Stayrook Hobbs and Matt Treaster were absent.
At 5:36 p.m. it was moved by Gay, seconded by Zohn, to convene in executive session for the purpose of
discussing personnel matters for non-elected personnel in order to protect the privacy interests of the
persons discussed and for the purpose of discussing attorney-client matters and that the board return to the
open meeting in this room at 5:50 p.m. Motion carried (4 Yes, 0 No).
Moved by Gay, seconded by Hodge to adopt the Resolution as presented. Motion carried (4 Yes, 0 No).
Moved by Hodge, seconded by Gay, to adjourn at 5:55 p.m. Motion carried (4 Yes, 0 No).
_____________________________
Renee Erickson, President
_____________________________
Dr. Russell Miller, Clerk of the Board
1b. Personnel Report
1c. Treasurer’s Report & Interest on Investments
UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT # 373
TREASURER'S REPORT
MAY 2013
MONTH
BEGINNING CASH BALANCE
REVENUE
BILLS
PAYROLL DISTRIBUTION
YEAR TO DATE
$10,626,867.36
$9,251,754.23
$1,660,026.42
$33,577,139.38
($1,053,642.45) ($13,821,440.67)
($2,150,953.54) ($19,925,155.15)
_____________ ______________
$9,082,297.79
$9,082,297.79
ENDING CASH BALANCE
DISTRIBUTION OF FUNDS ON HAND
LOCATION
CASH/DEPOSIT
BANK OF THE WEST
CENTRAL NATIONAL BANK
CITIZENS
FIRST BANK
MIDLAND
WALTON
MUNICIPAL INVESTMENT POOL
$412,486.70
TOTAL DEPOSITS & INVESTMENTS
$412,486.70
COMBINED
INVESTMENTS
BOND
ENDOWMENT
INVESTMENTS
GIFT FUND
$7,690,000.00
$165,308.38
$0.00
SECURITIES +
$100,000 FDIC
$27,558.51
$7,855,308.38 $10,924,172.00
$0.00
$0.00
$73,814.57
$440,045.21 $2,229,909.27
$0.00
$491,213.70
$0.00
$784,694.20 ST OF KANSAS
$192,866.89
$9,080,047.79 $13,719,109.54
$784,694.20
$8,474,694.20
TOTALS
LESS FUNDS REQUIRED TO PAY BILLS
PLUS PETTY CASH
EQUALS ENDING CASH BALANCE
$2,250.00
$9,082,297.79
1d. Approval of the Sale/Disposal of Surplus Equipment
The district seeks authorization and approval to offer items below for sale at the next government auction
and/or disposal if not deemed appropriate for sale. Proceeds from successful sales are credited as
miscellaneous revenue in the Capital Outlay fund.
Powermatic 12” table saw with 7.5 motor/3-phase
Delta Rockwell drill press model 15-655 3-phase ¾ hp motor, 1750 rpm
Parabody Body Smith bench
Champion barbells
Champion barbells leg lift
The administration recommends that the Board of Education approve the sale and/or disposal of
equipment as presented.
Board Action
Part of the consent agenda.
ITEMS FOR DECISION
2. Approval of Bills
It is the recommendation of the administration that the board approve the bills as presented.
Board Action
I move to approve the bills as presented.
Report Date
06/06/13 10:11 AM
Page No
Newton USD #373
FPREG02A
A/P Detail Check Register
Check Key
Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Account No\Description
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100079885
05/17/13
20702
ALEXANDER OPEN SYSTEMS, INC
10062005
00118655
30004411 HP 600GB 6G SAS 10K 2.5IN SC ENT HDD
3-07-00-1000-7390-00-000 EQUIPMENT
IR0002409
00118654
30004411 CREDIT ON PO 20002777
3-41-44-4700-4500-00-000 REPAIR & IMPROVE/BLDG
Total Check:
0100079886
05/17/13
27901
AMERICAN FARM BUREAU FEDERATION
FND-68377
00118656
30003981 senses on the farm book
3-31-68-1000-6190-89-000 WALTON CHARTER FUNDS
2,635.09
2,635.09
-1,424.50
-1,424.50
465.44
465.44
465.44
Total Check:
0100079888
05/17/13
35
BOUND TO STAY BOUND BOOKS INC
819690
00118659
30003554 BOOKS TO BE SUBMITTED ON LINE FOR SLAT
3-06-60-1000-6190-00-000 SUPPLIES SLATE C TCHR
819095
00118658
30004263 BOOKS TO BE SUBMITTED ON LINE FOR CHIS
3-06-71-2220-6410-00-000 LIBRARY CHISHOLM
208.35
Total Check:
0100079889
05/17/13
1144
BUMPER TO BUMPER AUTO PARTS OF NEWTON
1289090
00118664
30004649 BULB
3-19-81-1000-6190-87-000 SUPPLIES VOC AUTO
1289302
00118665
30004649 DIAGNOSTIC TEST, MAGNETIC TOOL
1290045
00118666
30004649 CARBURETOR, BRAKE SPRAY,OIL
1290252
00118667
30004649 HOOK PICK TOOL
1290420
00118668
30004649 RATCHET
1288132
00118660
30004649 RETURN
1289318
00118669
30004649 RETURN
1289002
00118670
30004649 RETURN
1289404
00118672
30004650 OIL FILTER,USS COARSE,FENDER WASHER
3-20-51-1000-6190-98-870 SUPPLIES AUTO MECH REIMBU
00118673
1289580
30004650 FUEL INJECTOR
1289585
00118663
30004650 HEATER HOSE CONNECTOR, WIPER BLADE
1290228
00118662
30004650 WIPER BLADE
1289063
00118661
30004650 OIL FILTER/OIL
128656
00118671
30004650 Inv 1283656
PD 2X
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
246.33
Total Check:
0100079891
05/17/13
627
DRUBERS DONUT SHOP MARTIN B NORRIS
813322
00118675
30004626 Meal for Health Advisory Council
3-90-12-3150-6390-49-000 STUDENT MEALS-SNACKS
Total Check:
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
1,210.59
Total Check:
0100079887
05/17/13
15342
B & B HYDRAULIC'S INC
66054
00118657
30004648 TEST SYSTEM FOR METAL MUNCHER-BENCH VA
3-19-81-2620-4410-91-000 PLANT USE
VOC WELDING
Total Check:
0100079890
05/17/13
26174
CCM ENTERPRISES
1557
00118674
30004680 APRIL LEGAL FILING FEES-PAST DUE LATCH
3-06-96-3190-6190-64-000 LATCHKEY OTHER NORTHRIDGE
1557
00118674
30004680 APRIL LEGAL FILING FEES
3-06-96-3190-6190-66-000 LATCHKEY OTHER SOUTHBREEZ
00118674
1557
30004680 APRIL LEGAL FILING FEES
3-06-96-3190-6190-67-000 LATCHKEY OTHER SUNSET
C
208.35
208.35
18.79
18.79
227.54
227.54
7.81
7.81
82.66
82.66
166.33
166.33
11.99
11.99
39.99
39.99
-30.00
-30.00
-243.65
-243.65
-17.05
-17.05
8.90
8.90
74.64
74.64
15.90
15.90
11.87
11.87
27.08
27.08
-28.61
-28.61
127.86
22.50
22.50
66.00
66.00
10.00
10.00
98.50
48.52
48.52
48.52
1
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Page No
Newton USD #373
FPREG02A
Check Key
Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100079892
05/17/13
27
EARTHGRAINS BAKING COMPANY, INC
00118676
35541853333
30004661 FOOD
3-14-05-3150-6390-00-011 FOOD DIST MAY
Total Check:
0100079893
05/17/13
642
EVCO WHOLESALE FOOD CORP
00118677
0763583
30004662 FOOD
3-14-05-3150-6390-00-011 FOOD DIST MAY
00118677
0763583
30004662 NONFOOD / PAPER
3-14-05-3190-6190-00-011 OTHER DIST MAY
Total Check:
0100079894
05/17/13
1855
FIRST BANK OF NEWTON
00118678
APRIL 2013
30004627 April 2013 Bank Chgs-Combined,bills,PR
3-06-00-2510-5910-00-000 BANKING SERVICES
266.80
266.80
3,181.18
3,181.18
213.82
213.82
162.81
162.81
Total Check:
0100079896
05/17/13
639
KAGAN COOPERATIVE LEARNING
00118681
K55536
30004684 Registration: (15984) Kagan Structures
3-91-43-2210-5820-00-000 TRAVEL
195.39
Total Check:
0100079899
05/17/13
11215
KANSAS MAID, INC.
00118687
MAY 2013
30004633 CHEER FUNDRAISER
3-06-85-1000-8900-00-001 ATHLETICS (ACTIVITY ACC'T
195.39
195.39
17,940.00
17,940.00
Total Check:
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
17,940.00
504.00
504.00
504.00
210.00
210.00
310.00
310.00
230.00
230.00
300.00
300.00
235.00
235.00
245.00
245.00
225.00
225.00
230.00
230.00
230.00
230.00
2,215.00
1,892.35
1,892.35
Total Check:
0100079900
05/17/13
14621
KRHAEF
00118688
05/30-31/13
30004617 REGISTRATION FEE FOR CULINARY ACADEMY
3-19-81-2210-5810-85-000 TCHR TRVL IN DIST
00118690
05/30/13
30004617 REG FEE CHOCOLATE 1 - M JEFFREY
3-19-81-2210-5810-85-000 TCHR TRVL IN DIST
00118689
05/31/13
30004617 REG CHOCOLATE 2 - M JEFFREY
3-19-81-2210-5810-85-000 TCHR TRVL IN DIST
C
3,395.00
162.81
Total Check:
0100079898
05/17/13
28088
KANSAS LEARNING CENTER FOR HEALTH
00118686
420
30004632 4/4/13: Northridge Elem.; 42 students
3-06-28-1000-5990-73-000 FIELD TRIP - NOT TRVL EL
00118686
420
30004632 4/9/13: Sunset Elementary 62 students
00118686
420
30004632 4/9/13 Slate Creek Elementary 46 stude
00118684
420
30004632 4/29/13 South Breeze 60 students (2nd
00118685
438
30004685 5/6/13: 6th gr. "Human Growth" 47 stud
00118683
438
00118685
438
00118685
438
30004685 5/10/13: 6th gr. "Human Growth" 46 stu
00118685
438
30004685 5/10/13: 6th gr. "Human Growth" 46 stu
Computer
266.80
Total Check:
0100079895
05/17/13
759
FLINN SCIENTIFIC INC
00118679
1642334
30004358 Standard vented goggles fog free lens
3-07-35-2670-7390-00-000 EQUIP CHEM HAZ
Total Check:
0100079897
05/17/13
2137
KANSAS COSMOSPHERE AND
00118682
56633
30004471 SF 1st gr - Livesay - 5/8/13
C
1,892.35
50.00
50.00
35.00
35.00
35.00
35.00
120.00
2
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Page No
Newton USD #373
FPREG02A
Check Key
Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100079901
05/17/13
120
MSC INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY CO
30004619 MILLING VISE, REPL DRAWBAR
00118692
C10888383
3-19-81-1000-6190-89-000 SUPPLIES VOC MACH
Total Check:
0100079902
05/17/13
28070
MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY ASSOCIATION
30004609 MDA DECA FUNDRAISER
00118693
MAY 2013
3-06-84-1000-8900-98-002 ACTIVITY ACCT EXP REIMB
139.60
139.60
1,260.00
1,260.00
1,260.00
Total Check:
0100079904
05/17/13
28096
NHS FOOTBALL PARENT GROUP
30004637 CLOSE FB PARENTS-2027FB SPECIAL ACCOUN
00118696
MAY 2013
2,700.00
Total Check:
0100079905
05/17/13
842
OLD COWTOWN MUSEUM
30004403 Entrance Fee-69 Students, 44 Adults,3r
00118697
103
3-31-66-1000-6190-01-000 SUPPLIES SB GIFT
1,668.85
Total Check:
2,700.00
2,700.00
1,668.85
1,668.85
220.00
220.00
Total Check:
Total Check:
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
150.00
54.00
54.00
Total Check:
0100079909
05/17/13
952
QUILL CORPORATION
30004691 MISC. INK & TONER
00118699
2529150
3-06-08-2220-6190-00-001 SUPPLIES-AV (OTHER)
30004691 MISC. INK
00118700
2426075
30004691 MISC. TONER
00118701
2430023
00118706
30004691 MISC. INK & TONER
2316219
30004691 INK
00118703
2215437
00118704
30004691 FILE JACKETS
2215451
3-06-08-2530-6190-92-000 SUPPLIES TOOL SHED
30004691 CONSTRUCTION PAPER
00118705
2197498
30004691 MISC. NAME TAGS, DESK PLATES, ETC.
00118702
2414344
Computer
150.00
150.00
150.00
0100079908
05/17/13
1729
PIZZA HUT OF NEWTON INC
30004640 Student Activity
00118698
5195
3-37-10-1000-6190-00-309 SUPPLIES JANZEN
C
220.00
150.00
150.00
0100079907
05/17/13
28126
NATHAN PETERSON
30004704 apperance/gas fee
00118694
MAY 2013
Computer
139.60
Total Check:
0100079903
05/17/13
18279
NEXT ELEMENT CONSULTING, LLC
30004689 PCM training for educators May 29-31,
00118695
1638
3-06-00-2320-5820-00-000 TRAVEL SUPT
0100079906
05/17/13
28118
GREG PETERSON
30004703 apperance/gas fee
00118680
MAY 2013
C
54.00
962.87
962.87
392.75
392.75
203.18
203.18
154.07
154.07
28.55
28.55
73.98
73.98
8.00
8.00
322.00
322.00
Total Check:
0100079910
05/17/13
512
RIDDELL ALL AMERICAN SPORTS CORP
30004611 FB HELMET RECERTIFICATION NHS
00118707
95550084
30004611 FB HELMET RECERTIFICATION CMS
00118709
95559806
30004611 FREIGHT
00118708
MAY 2013
2,145.40
Total Check:
4,585.59
1,996.15
1,996.15
2,170.08
2,170.08
419.36
419.36
3
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Page No
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FPREG02A
Check Key
Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100079911
05/17/13
2306
SAMS CLUB ACCT #7715 0905 3458 0675
2002
00118712
30004612 5/3/13 COFFEE/TEACHER APPRECIATION & F
5851
00118711
30004612 5/6/13 FFA VENDING
5852
00118710
30004612 5/6/13 FFA VENDING
1027
00118713
30004671 V-8,FLAVOR WATER,FOLGERS,SPARKLING
1026
00118714
30004671 PROM GOLDFISH RETURNED 5/10/13
Total Check:
0100079912
05/17/13
1632
SEDGWICK CO. ZOO
05/08/13
00118717
30004475 Sunset 1st gr-Knopp/Schmidt/Cameron/Sk
05/08/13
00118716
30004474 Walton, K-1st, Black/Roux/Bartel/Jones
05/09/13
00118715
30004171 SS Kindergarten-Voran/Hammel/Unruh
05/10/13
00118718
30004476 SB -Kindergarten, Werner
Total Check:
0100079913
05/17/13
597
SENSENEY MUSIC INC
2673152
00118719
30004705 suzuki violin sch vol.4
3-06-25-1000-6190-00-080 SUPPLIES MS/HS STRINGS
Total Check:
0100079914
05/17/13
28045
LEO STAHLY
609062
00118691
30004706 5/9/13 FFA BANQUET MEALS INVOICE#60906
Total Check:
0100079915
05/17/13
138
THE NEWTON KANSAN
APRIL 2013
00118720
30004620 ADVERTISING AD FOR FFA PLANT SALE 6 @
3-19-81-2410-6190-80-000 SUPPLIES VOC ADM
Total Check:
396.59
396.59
178.34
178.34
43.04
43.04
79.56
79.56
-64.08
-64.08
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
633.45
318.75
318.75
361.25
361.25
242.25
242.25
280.25
280.25
1,202.50
7.99
7.99
7.99
1,400.00
1,400.00
1,400.00
171.00
171.00
171.00
4
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Page No
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FPREG02A
Check Key
Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100079916
05/17/13
188
USD 373
April/May
00118721
30004693 DISTRICT UPS FEES
3-06-00-2320-5310-00-000 POSTAGE DIST
April/May
00118721
30004693 POSTAGE-MONITOR DEFECTIVE WARRANTY
3-06-08-2220-6190-00-002 OFFICE SUPPLIES AV
April/May
00118721
30004693 NSF FOOD SERVICE CHECK (M BLACK)
3-14-05-3190-6390-00-000 FOOD SERVICE REFUNDS AND NSF CHECKS
April/May
00118721
3-06-00-2320-5310-00-000 POSTAGE DIST
April/May
00118721
30004693 FUNDRAISER-RETURN / DIDNT WANT
3-31-67-1000-6190-01-000 SUPPLIES SS GIFT
April/May
00118721
30004693 NSF FOODSERVICE CHECK (J SWEELY)
April/May
00118721
3-06-00-2320-5310-00-000 POSTAGE DIST
April/May
00118721
30004693 COMPRESSION VEST-RETURN/IWRONG SIZE
3-37-10-1000-6190-00-504 SUPPLIES BANMAN
April/May
00118721
30004693 NEWTON POSTMASTER-TEST MAILING POSTAGE
3-06-00-2320-5310-00-000 POSTAGE DIST
April/May
00118721
30004693 HV CO TREASURER -VAN TITLE & REGISTRAT
3-06-20-2720-8900-00-000 TRANS MISC
April/May
00118721
30004693 CASH - SENIOR LUNCH REFUNDS
April/May
00118721
3-06-00-2320-5310-00-000 POSTAGE DIST
April/May
00118721
30004693 SCRIPTS-RETURN POSTAGE
3-06-84-1000-8900-55-001 DRAMATICS
April/May
00118721
30004693 WARRANTY REPAIR POSTAGE-CAMERA
3-06-08-2220-6190-00-002 OFFICE SUPPLIES AV
April/May
00118721
30004693 ADDTL ADMITS-KS UNDERGROUND SALT MUSEU
3-31-66-1000-6190-01-000 SUPPLIES SB GIFT
May 2013
00118722
30004707 LOST BOOK FOUND (REFUND REIMBURSE) J H
3-06-75-2220-6410-00-000 LIBRARY SANTA FE
May 2013
00118722
30004707 LUNCH REFUND (J ANDERSON)
May 2013
00118722
30004707 LUNCH REFUND (K HANSEN)
May 2013
00118722
30004707 LUNCH REFUND (C LUNOW)
May 2013
00118722
30004707 LUNCH REFUND (J SCHROEDER)
May 2013
00118722
30004707 LUNCH REFUND (Z WONDERS)
Total Check:
0100079917
05/17/13
626
USD 440 HALSTEAD
APRIL 2013
00118723
30004642 Snacks for Head Start Halstead for Apr
3-90-12-3150-6390-49-000 STUDENT MEALS-SNACKS
22.00
22.00
31.39
31.39
30.00
30.00
22.00
22.00
25.57
25.57
40.00
40.00
22.00
22.00
8.47
8.47
7.45
7.45
25.50
25.50
475.00
475.00
22.00
22.00
13.78
13.78
10.26
10.26
24.00
24.00
15.37
15.37
60.00
60.00
57.95
57.95
23.00
23.00
53.55
53.55
42.75
42.75
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
1,032.04
285.65
285.65
285.65
Total Check:
0100079918
05/17/13
2032
VERIZON WIRELESS
9704155778
00118724
30004645 DISTRICT CELL PHONE SERVICES
3-07-09-2620-5320-09-000 TELEPHONE
1,629.57
1,629.57
Total Check:
1,629.57
5
Report Date
06/06/13 10:11 AM
Page No
Newton USD #373
FPREG02A
Check Key
Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Bank No 01
0100079919
05/17/13
63
VISA CARD SERVICES
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 VISA PURCHASES 4/9-5/8/13 NAN BERGEN-N
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 MELINDA JEFFREY-FACS CLASS
3-19-81-1000-6190-85-000 SUPPLIES FACS
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 RUSTY JOLLIFF-WOODS CLASS SUPPLIES
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 PATRICE OLAIS-AZTECA CLUB&DANCE
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 RAYMOND OLAIS-ART SUPPLIES
3-06-81-1000-6190-51-000 SUPPLIES HS ART
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 RAYMOND OLAIS-PROM SUPPLIES
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 NUTE RUCKER-NORTHERN SUPPLIES-PO#4012/
3-19-81-1000-6190-82-000 SUPPLIES VOC VOAG
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 NUTE RUCKER-PIZZA FOR FFA DISTRICT BAN
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 MARLENE SKINNER-WALMART-FEA TEACHER AP
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 MARLENE SKINNER-GREG-TROPHY CENTER/WP
3-06-84-1000-8900-00-000 HS MISC ACTIVITY
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 DAVID WILLIAMS-ROOMS/SUPPLIES
3-06-84-1000-8900-54-000 DEBATE AND FORENSICS
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 EDIE SAYLOR-AIR TRAN-LUGGAGE/SHUTTLE-A
3-19-81-2210-5820-80-001 TCHR TRVL OUT DIST
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 DONNA WOOLERY-PROM/TRI-M SUPPLIES
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 DEB REINHARDT-CIRCLE OF FRIENDS SUPPLI
3-31-99-1000-6190-00-002 CIRCLE OF FRIENDS/SPEC ED
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 JOANELLE WILLIAMSON-MARRIOTT-ATLANTA G
3-20-52-2210-5820-25-001 REGISTRATIONS PROF DEV
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 KEITH WOOLERY-SENSENEY MUSIC
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 ERICA RICKARD-JOURNALISM BREAKFAST
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 ERICA RICKARD-ADOBE SYSTEMS RENEWAL
3-06-84-1000-8900-62-000 JOURNALISM
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 NICK SISSON-WALMART TENNIS BALLS
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 ELAINE GAEDDERT-DILLONS FOOD
3-14-05-3150-6390-00-010 FOOD DIST APR
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 CORY UNRUH-PIZZA/ARBYS-AAA PREP MEALS
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 MARK GEORGE-BASEBALL GLOVES
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 KAREN LEHMAN-VENDING/SUBWAY-SECRETARY
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 SHARON LANDRUM SHREDDER/CLASS SUPPLIES
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 MELINDA RANGEL-BPA SUPPLIES
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 MELINDA RANGEL-AIR TRAN-LUGGAGE ATLANT
3-19-81-2410-6190-80-000 SUPPLIES VOC ADM
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 JANA CRITTENDEN-DEMCO-GUIDEANCE SUPPLI
3-06-81-2120-6190-57-000 SUPPLIES HS GUID
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 MOLLY SCHAUF-FCCLA SUPPLIES
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 MOLLY SCHAUF-FACS SUPPLIES
3-19-81-1000-6190-85-000 SUPPLIES FACS
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 LISA GEORGE-VB CLINIC ROOMS/LASER SUPP
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 BOB ZIEGLER-BUDGET RENT A CAR-TOLLS
3-20-52-2210-5820-25-000 TRAVEL PROF DEV
05172013_42
00118725
30004646 LOWELL ELY-FFA MANHATTAN MEAL
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
302.40
302.40
599.80
599.80
316.45
316.45
331.95
331.95
290.15
290.15
17.52
17.52
1,784.44
1,784.44
52.16
52.16
33.95
33.95
441.99
441.99
392.30
392.30
133.00
133.00
177.19
177.19
32.48
32.48
-46.40
-46.40
60.00
60.00
11.82
11.82
32.48
32.48
161.92
161.92
32.76
32.76
93.67
93.67
122.63
122.63
217.36
217.36
261.93
261.93
147.33
147.33
25.00
25.00
871.57
871.57
240.27
240.27
16.65
16.65
957.32
957.32
19.75
19.75
5.85
5.85
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
6
Report Date
06/06/13 10:11 AM
Page No
Newton USD #373
FPREG02A
Check Key
Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100079919
05/17/13
63
VISA CARD SERVICES
00118725
05172013_42
30004646 GREG KRENKE-CABELAS/GRABERS-AG SUPPLIE
00118725
05172013_42
30004646 SHAWN TAYLOR-VICA TESTING/ADVISORY BOA
00118725
05172013_42
30004646 SHAWN ROBOTIC SUPPLIES/OK REG ROOMS
3-31-81-2210-6190-73-000 SUPPLIES ROBOTICS GRANT
00118725
05172013_42
30004646 LIZ GUNN-AMAZON-KINDLE BOOK
3-06-81-2220-6410-00-810 LIBRARY-SENIOR HIGH
00118725
05172013_42
30004646 ANNETTE BROWN-FOOD SERVICE
3-14-05-3190-6190-00-010 OTHER DIST APR
00118725
05172013_42
30004646 CASSANDRA CONLEY-DRAMA SUPPLIES
Total Check:
0100080020
05/24/13
389
4 D INC
00118890
166293
30004675 4D Web Application Server Yearly Maint
3-37-10-2330-6190-00-000 SUPPLIES COOP ADM
Total Check:
0100080021
05/24/13
1415
AIRGAS MID SOUTH
00118892
9014491825
30003904 BAND SAW
3-19-81-1000-7390-91-000 EQUIPMENT-WELDING
00118891
9015221748
30004616 ACETYLENE, ARGON, OX/AR
3-19-81-1000-6190-91-000 SUPPLIES VOC WELDING
219.56
219.56
445.57
445.57
7,166.32
7,166.32
4.80
4.80
188.98
188.98
118.17
118.17
269.00
269.00
525.00
525.00
527.58
527.58
Total Check:
0100080023
05/24/13
14478
AMERICAN CHEMICAL SYSTEMS
00118894
051313067
30004654 MAINTAIN KITCHEN / DESCALER
3-14-05-2620-6190-00-000 SUPPLIES (OPERATE PLANT)
1,424.50
Total Check:
0100080024
05/24/13
230
AT & T
316 2846200 850030004677 DISTRICT PHONE SERVICES
00118895
3-07-09-2620-5320-09-000 TELEPHONE
213.50
2,398.67
2,398.67
Total Check:
2,398.67
1,424.50
1,424.50
213.50
213.50
309.47
309.47
Total Check:
0100080027
05/24/13
650
BEN E KEITH FOODS
02056961
00118899
3-14-05-3190-6190-00-011 OTHER DIST MAY
02056961
00118899
30004655 FOOD
3-14-05-3150-6390-00-011 FOOD DIST MAY
02054064
00118898
3-14-05-3190-6190-00-011 OTHER DIST MAY
00118898
02054064
30004655 FOOD
3-14-05-3150-6390-00-011 FOOD DIST MAY
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
309.47
142.71
142.71
142.71
56.20
56.20
1,531.74
1,531.74
192.36
192.36
2,022.07
2,022.07
Total Check:
C
269.00
1,052.58
Total Check:
0100080026
05/24/13
2639
BAKER DISTRIBUTING COMPANY
J852318
00118897
30004713 WATER VALVE KIT ICE MACH RPR MAINT NHS
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
Computer
16,281.09
Total Check:
0100080022
05/24/13
20702
ALEXANDER OPEN SYSTEMS, INC
00118893
I0062005
30004771 Original PO 30004411 - amount due
3-41-44-4700-4500-00-000 REPAIR & IMPROVE/BLDG
0100080025
05/24/13
15342
B & B HYDRAULIC'S INC
66130
00118896
30004758 PUMP
3-19-81-2620-4410-91-000 PLANT USE
VOC WELDING
C
3,802.37
7
Report Date
06/06/13 10:11 AM
Page No
Newton USD #373
FPREG02A
Check Key
Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Bank No 01
0100080028
05/24/13
1144
1288914
00118940
30004715 OIL, OIL FILTER
1288893
00118901
30004715 FUEL PUMP
1287694
00118900
30004715 FAN CLUTCH
1287699
00118941
30004715 WINDOW REGULATOR
1287887
00118902
30004715 RADIATOR CAP
1290459
00118903
30004717 BELT ROOFTOP UNITS MAINT# 952 RH
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
3-06-09-2650-6160-09-000 TIRES & REPAIRS
1291751
00118904
30004717 TRAILER PLUG BOBCAT TRAILER MAINT# 973
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
3-06-09-2650-6160-09-000 TIRES & REPAIRS
1291823
00118905
30004717 TACH LAWNMOWER MAINT# 976 TD
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
3-06-09-2650-6160-09-000 TIRES & REPAIRS
1288675
00118906
30004714 TEST CLIP, SCREWDRIVER
1288687
00118907
30004714 SCREWDRIVER
1289313
00118908
30004714 BULB
1290021
00118909
30004714 SUPER GLUE
1290326
00118910
30004714 SOCKET, EXTENSION, TORX BIT SOCKET, SP
1291335
00118911
30004716 303/357-1ZM WATCH/CACULATOR BATTERY
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
1291335
00118911
30004716 24024 RADIATOR HOSE
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
1291314
00118912
30004716 K080580HD SERPENTINE BELT
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
1291759
00118913
30004716 38901 A/C EXPANSION VALVE
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
1291264
00118914
30004716 9341HD BELT(B5)
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
1291393
00118915
30004716 OTC7331 HEX KEY WRENCH
3-06-20-2740-7190-00-000 EQUIP BUS SHOP
1291324
00118916
30004716 PHL10W30SB MOTOR OIL 10W30
3-06-20-2740-6150-00-000 LUBRICANTS
12915828
00118917
30004716 MAX60 FUSE(B10)
3-06-20-2740-6190-00-000 SUPPLIES BUS SHOP
1291528
00118918
30004716 HHX FUSE HOLDER(B10)
1291528
00118918
30004716 SST202 WIRE TERMINAL CONNECTOR(B10)
1291680
00118919
30004716 59009 A/C OIL
3-06-20-2740-6150-00-000 LUBRICANTS
1291680
00118919
30004716 SHE15W40G1 MOTOR OIL 15w40
3-06-20-2740-6150-00-000 LUBRICANTS
1290731
00118920
30004716 61516 OIL FILTER
1290665
00118921
30004716 PHL10W30SB MOTOR OIL 10W30
3-06-20-2740-6150-00-000 LUBRICANTS
1288776
00118922
30004716 51791 OIL FILTERS
3-90-12-2740-6180-49-000 PARTS-REPAIRS
1291338
00118923
30004788 ALIGNMENT SHIM
1291800
00118924
30004788 14X1/8X20MM METAL
1292269
00118925
30004788 WELDING WIRE
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
20.22
20.22
206.76
206.76
187.34
187.34
125.43
125.43
4.41
4.41
9.44
2.50
6.94
11.71
3.09
8.62
58.92
15.56
43.36
4.57
4.57
2.59
2.59
12.45
12.45
3.64
3.64
26.81
26.81
4.00
4.00
2.52
2.52
48.61
48.61
20.65
20.65
17.05
17.05
20.95
20.95
32.76
32.76
5.90
5.90
15.55
15.55
3.51
3.51
12.67
12.67
35.70
35.70
5.31
5.31
32.76
32.76
19.18
19.18
19.06
19.06
38.64
38.64
91.88
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
8
Report Date
06/06/13 10:11 AM
Page No
Newton USD #373
FPREG02A
Check Key
Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100080028
05/24/13
1144
1292269
00118925
30004788 WELDING WIRE
1292251
00118926
30004788 GRINDING WHEEL
1286098
00118927
30004788 SERPENTINE BELT
1286504
00118928
30004788 CARBURETOR REPAIR KIT
1287072
00118929
30004788 DISTRIBUTOR GEAR
1287702
00118930
30004788 BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER
1288106
00118931
30004788 BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER CASTING
1288909
00118932
30004788 MOTOR OIL 10W30
1289274
00118933
30004788 BATTERY
1282496
00118934
30004788 RETURN
1286782
00118935
30004788 RETURN
1287120
00118936
30004788 RETURN
1287220
00118937
30004788 RETURN
1288840
00118938
30004788 RETURN
1289281
00118939
30004788 RETURN
91.88
91.88
7.47
7.47
43.18
43.18
40.25
40.25
27.04
27.04
44.87
44.87
65.65
65.65
14.99
14.99
111.09
111.09
-31.16
-31.16
-83.43
-83.43
-27.04
-27.04
-6.00
-6.00
-168.78
-168.78
-111.09
-111.09
Total Check:
0100080029
05/24/13
25372
CINTAS CORP
8400347345
00118942
30004761 NORTHRIDGE-PURGE SHRED SERVICE
3-06-00-1000-6190-96-000 SUPPLIES DIST CONTINGENCY
8400347346
00118943
30004761 SLATE CREEK-PURGE SHRED SERVICE
1,028.03
Total Check:
0100080030
05/24/13
134
CITY OF NEWTON
04/01-05/01/13 30004681 DISTRICT WATER SERVICES FEE
00118944
3-07-09-2620-4110-09-001 WATER
04/01-05/01/13 30004681 DISTRICT REFUSE/SEWER FEES
00118944
3-07-09-2620-4110-09-000 SEWER,REFUSE CHGES-DISTRI
44.00
873.62
873.62
1,271.10
1,271.10
Total Check:
2,144.72
0100080031
05/24/13
2687
COCA-COLA REFRESHMENTS
5145279608
00118945
30004657 FOOD
3-14-05-3150-6390-00-011 FOOD DIST MAY
22.00
22.00
22.00
22.00
226.74
226.74
Total Check:
0100080032
05/24/13
28142
COMFORT INN
06/15-22-13
00118946
30004745 NATIONAL FORENSICS ROOMS PRE-PAY
Total Check:
0100080033
05/24/13
2780
COUNTRY FRESH FOODS
51313003
00118948
30004659 FOOD / NHS
3-14-05-3150-6390-00-011 FOOD DIST MAY
51313004
00118947
30004659 FOOD / CHISHOLM
3-14-05-3150-6390-00-011 FOOD DIST MAY
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
226.74
2,270.24
2,270.24
2,270.24
176.28
176.28
106.10
106.10
Total Check:
C
282.38
9
Report Date
06/06/13 10:11 AM
Page No
Newton USD #373
FPREG02A
Check Key
Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100080034
05/24/13
2413
CUMMINS CENTRAL POWER, LLC
005-64044
00118952
30004720 3944200 INJECTOR(B1)
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
005-64044
00118950
30004720 3944833 CONNECTOR, MALE(B1)
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
005-64044
00118954
30004720 3867043 SEAL, O RING(B1)
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
005-64044
00118954
30004720 LABOR ON B1
3-06-20-2740-5910-00-000 CONTRACT REPAIRS
005-64044
00118954
30004720 MISC SUPPLIES(B1)
005-64027
00118953
30004720 4921601 SENSOR, POSITION(B2)
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
005-64027
00118949
30004720 4954905 SENSOR, TEMPERATURE(B2)
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
005-64027
00118949
30004720 CC2835 ES COMP PG(B2)
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
005-64027
00118955
30004720 LABOR ON B2
005-64027
00118951
30004720 MISC SHOP SUPPLIES
145.74
145.74
26.25
26.25
2.58
2.58
228.80
228.80
13.73
13.73
60.02
60.02
10.09
10.09
22.26
22.26
343.20
343.20
20.59
20.59
Total Check:
0100080035
05/24/13
2540
DILLON COMPANYS INC ACCT #5858 8461 0012
090167
00118957
30003912 SCIENCE SUPPLIES-WALK THRU-MAY
3-06-81-1000-6190-73-000 SUPPLIES HS SCI
094373
00118958
30003056 Fruits & Vegetables for use with nutri
3-36-41-1000-6190-00-000 PEACEFUL PLAYGROUNDS MTRLS
147860
00118956
253146
00118960
203426
00118961
115280
00118959
873.26
Total Check:
0100080036
05/24/13
627
DRUBERS DONUT SHOP MARTIN B NORRIS
712093
00118962
30004721 Lunch for ICC Executive Meeting
3-37-12-1000-6190-00-800 SUPPLIES PRES
285.13
Total Check:
0100080037
05/24/13
621
EVANS CERAMIC SUPPLY CORP
07691
00118963
30004182 Ceramic supplies and glazes
3-06-24-1000-6190-00-000 SUPPLIES DIST ART
46.05
292.20
292.20
Total Check:
292.20
0100080038
05/24/13
731
F & A SALES COMPANY INC
1310574
00118964
30004663 FOOD
3-14-05-3150-6390-00-011 FOOD DIST MAY
1310574
00118964
3-14-05-3190-6190-00-011 OTHER DIST MAY
1310575
00118965
30004663 FOOD
3-14-05-3150-6390-00-011 FOOD DIST MAY
41.23
41.23
95.54
95.54
79.60
79.60
31.47
31.47
10.77
10.77
26.52
26.52
46.05
46.05
755.17
755.17
33.96
33.96
503.86
503.86
Total Check:
0100080039
05/24/13
769
FRITO LAY INC
69298524
00118966
30004664 FOOD
3-14-05-3150-6390-00-011 FOOD DIST MAY
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
1,292.99
174.86
174.86
Total Check:
C
174.86
10
Report Date
06/06/13 10:11 AM
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Check Key
Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Bank No 01
0100080040
05/24/13
86
GRABERS ACE HARDWARE
263718
00118968
30004724 FSTNERS RPRS MAINT NHS# 969 DK
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
263900
00118967
30004724 TRIMMER LINE MAINT NHS# 987 DK
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
263195
00118969
30004724 HEX KEY RPR SINK TCHRS LNGE SFE# 953 R
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
263282
00118970
30004724 VAC BREAKER RPRS MAINT NHS# 966 BW
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
262482
00118971
30004724 GRINDING WHEELS RPRS MAINT NHS# 930 DK
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
263560
00118977
30004724 COMMAND STRIPS LOTO SHEETS MAINT# 958
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
263503
00118973
30004724 BULB RPRS MAINT NHS# 967 BW
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
263976
00118974
30004724 BULB FRNT ENTRNCE SB# 977 CG
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
262487
00118975
30004724 GRINDING WHEELS RPRS MAINT NHS# 930 D
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
263074
00118976
30004723 KANSAS PREM FESCUE
3-06-20-2710-6190-00-000 SUPPLIES ADM
263544
00118972
30004723 32074 CORD HANDSET 25" ALMOND
3-06-20-2710-6190-00-000 SUPPLIES ADM
Total Check:
0100080041
05/24/13
2877
HEARTSPRING
6167
00118980
30004629 Educational Student
3-17-98-1000-5630-00-000 ED CONTRACTS - TUITION
6167
00118978
6202
00118981
6175
00118979
Status
Acct Amount
Contract
Contract
Contract
Contract (Monthly
6.64
6.64
26.58
26.58
.35
.35
11.68
11.68
13.45
13.45
17.98
17.98
13.45
13.45
14.38
14.38
-2.25
-2.25
13.49
13.49
5.84
5.84
5,985.00
5,985.00
280.00
280.00
5,985.00
5,985.00
5,985.00
5,985.00
18,235.00
Total Check:
0100080043
05/24/13
2266
HUTCHINSON COMMUNITY COLLEGE AND AREA VO
4340-08931
00118983
30004728 Tuition for Bethany Marie Wentzel - 43
3-90-12-2210-3210-20-000 CONSULTANTS
8,654.70
Total Check:
0100080045
05/24/13
536
KANSAS FFA ASSOCIATION
07/01-03/13
00118985
30004701 2013 STATE CONFERENCE FOR CHAPTER LEAD
Total Check:
0100080046
05/24/13
1388
KANSAS HEAD START ASSOC.
AprNet01
00118986
30004732 April 11, 2013 Health Coordinator Netw
3-90-12-2190-5810-20-000 TCHR TRAVEL IN-DIST
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
121.59
Total Check:
0100080042
05/24/13
3343
HUBER MAINTENANCE SUPPLY
23793
00118982
30004747 SUMMER CLEANING AND FLOOR SUPPLIES MAI
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-000 SUPPLIES CUSTODIAL
Total Check:
0100080044
05/24/13
2115
INTERSTATE ALL BATTERY CENTER
1900202005794
00118984
30004730 BATTERIES STOCK MAINT# 944 KW
3-06-09-2520-6190-94-000 CENTRAL SUPPLIES
C
8,654.70
8,654.70
584.00
584.00
584.00
40.05
40.05
40.05
1,180.00
1,180.00
1,180.00
27.50
27.50
27.50
Total Check:
0100080047
05/24/13
10499
KCDA
07/11-13/13
00118987
30004779 KCDA Summer conf. Regis.
3-06-25-1000-5100-66-700 MS MUSIC CONTESTS
100.00
100.00
Total Check:
100.00
11
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Check Key
Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Bank No 01
0100080048
05/24/13
254
LEARNING FOR LIFE
00118988
25056-1064
30004117 Champions Transition Skills
3-37-10-1000-6190-00-314 SEC INTER SUPPLY ROGERS
Total Check:
0100080049
05/24/13
74
MID KANSAS COOP
00118989
USD 373
30004651 hog feed
3-31-68-1000-6190-89-005 WALTON CHARTER PIG FUNDS
0100080050
05/24/13
2798
NORTHEAST KANSAS
00118990
06/12-13/13
30004638 Registration
3-91-43-2210-5820-00-000 TRAVEL
00118990
06/12-13/13
3-91-43-2210-5820-00-000 TRAVEL
00118990
06/12-13/13
3-91-43-2210-5820-00-000 TRAVEL
Status
Acct Amount
131.00
131.00
for Melissa Carlson
for April Imler
130.00
130.00
130.00
130.00
130.00
130.00
390.00
Total Check:
0100080052
05/24/13
153
PRAIRIE VIEW INC
00118994
112615
30004690 Educational Student Contract
00118993
108881
30004690 Educational Student Contract
144.47
Total Check:
0100080054
05/24/13
597
SENSENEY MUSIC INC
00118996
JULY
30004784 TREBLE VOICES READING SESSION
00118996
JULY
30004784 MIDDLE SCHOOL CHORAL READING SESSION
69.99
69.99
74.48
74.48
3,000.00
3,000.00
3,000.00
3,000.00
300.00
300.00
300.00
300.00
20.00
20.00
20.00
20.00
Total Check:
0100080056
05/24/13
1099
SOUTH CENTRAL KANSPRA
00118998
04/13/13
30004765 Friends of Education Reception on 4-13
3-07-01-2560-5820-00-000 PUB REL/TRVL OUT DIST
62.21
Total Check:
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
600.00
40.00
Total Check:
0100080058
05/24/13
262
SUNFLOWER RESTAURANT SUPPLY INC
00119001
0343151-IN
30004672 SMALL EQUIPMENT / COLD CARTS ETC.
3-14-05-3140-7390-00-000 SMALL EQUIPMENT
Computer
6,000.00
Total Check:
0100080055
05/24/13
22233
SHOPLET.COM
00118997
1367935089
30003836 BLACK SADDLE STAPLER
3-06-75-1000-6190-46-002 SF 6TH GRADE SUPPLIES
00118997
1367935089
30003836 HEAVY DUTY 3 HOLE PUNCH
Total Check:
0100080057
05/24/13
2452
STANDARD STATIONERY SUPPLY
00118999
951593
30004754 BINDER 3" D RING
00119000
951593
20005245 3" D RING BINDERS
C
60.40
Total Check:
0100080051
05/24/13
16
ORSCHELN
00118991
Trx 4037 Str 43 30004737 5/7 WEED KILLER MAINT NHS# 964 DK
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
00118992
Trx 5935 Str 43 30004737 TEEJET , WEED KILLER MAINT NHS# 698 DK
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
Total Check:
0100080053
05/24/13
3913
ROTARY YOUTH LEADERSHIP CAMP
00118995
05/25-29/13
30004775 ANNABELL SANCHEZ REGISTRATION
3-06-01-1000-5190-00-000 STUDENT FIELD TRIP TRVL
00118995
05/25-29/13
30004775 JOHNATHAN MANNEY REGISTRATION
3-06-01-1000-5190-00-000 STUDENT FIELD TRIP TRVL
Computer
131.00
60.40
60.40
Total Check:
LIBRARY SYSTEM
for Carol Flickinger
C
40.20
40.20
22.01
22.01
160.00
160.00
160.00
7.44
7.44
80.40
80.40
87.84
2,904.70
2,904.70
2,904.70
12
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Check Key
Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100080059
05/24/13
269
SUPERIOR RUBBER STAMP&SEAL INC
00119002
30296
30003969 Pre Ink Stamp EZ-12 Typestyle Ariel 12
3-06-71-2410-6190-00-000 SUPPLIES CH PRIN
Total Check:
0100080060
05/24/13
27685
TEACHER SYNERGY INC
00119003
04/16/13
30004134 Items (12) submitted online to Teacher
3-37-10-1000-6190-00-608 SUPPLIES SCHOSTAG
Total Check:
0100080061
05/24/13
2793
US FOODSERVICE INC
00119004
4147934
30004673 FOOD
3-14-05-3150-6390-00-011 FOOD DIST MAY
00119004
4147934
3-14-05-3190-6190-00-011 OTHER DIST MAY
33.50
33.50
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
33.50
53.50
53.50
53.50
2,022.20
2,022.20
340.40
340.40
Total Check:
C
2,362.60
13
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Check Key
Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Bank No 01
0100080062
05/24/13
63
VISA CARD SERVICES
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 R ROUX-REGISTRATION/AUTISM WORKSHOP
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 MEALS/S STULSATZ NCTM MATH CONF
3-15-00-2210-5820-12-081 TRAVEL HS RESULTS BASED
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 MEALS/J HOFFMAN NCTM MATH CONF
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 MEALS/HOFFMAN & STULSATZ NCTM MATH CON
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 MEALS/J HOFFMAN & S STULSATZ NCTM MATH
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 MEALS/S STULSATZ NCTM MATH CONF
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 MEALS/J HOFFMAN NCTM MATH CONF
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 MEALS/J HOFFMAN & S STULSATZ NCTM MATH
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 HOFFMAN & STULSATZ NCTM MATH CONF LODG
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 A SEYMOUR-REGISTRATION
3-90-12-2190-5820-20-000 TCHR TRAVEL OUT-DIST
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 ZOO ADMISSIONS
3-90-12-1000-6190-49-000 SUPPLIES
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 SCISSORS
3-90-12-1000-6190-49-000 SUPPLIES
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 PARTS & SUPPLIES
3-06-08-2220-6190-00-000 A-V PARTS & SUPPLIES
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 TOOLSHED SUPPLIES
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 PIZZA/MIGRATION DISTRICT OFFICE
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 PROM SUPPLIES
APRIL 2013
00119005
APRIL 2013
00119005
APRIL 2013
00119005
APRIL 2013
00119005
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 PIZZA
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 FLOWERS
APRIL 2013
00119005
APRIL 2013
00119005
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 FLOWERS
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 COOKIES & MILK/SC ART MUSEUM FIELD TRI
3-31-60-1000-6190-00-000 SUPPLIES SLATE C TCHR
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 KASBO LODGING
3-06-00-2510-5820-00-000 TRAVEL-BUSINESS OFFICE
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 KASBO LODGING
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 FUEL/KASBO
3-06-00-2320-5820-00-001 TRAVEL CO AUTO
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 FUEL/KASBO
3-06-00-2320-5820-00-001 TRAVEL CO AUTO
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 MEALS/KASBO
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 MEALS/KASBO
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
55.00
55.00
11.00
11.00
17.00
17.00
17.17
17.17
15.54
15.54
11.00
11.00
12.00
12.00
40.53
40.53
572.94
572.94
175.00
175.00
74.00
74.00
36.75
36.75
221.49
221.49
98.49
98.49
58.36
58.36
29.00
29.00
20.00
20.00
98.10
98.10
22.88
22.88
83.78
83.78
68.00
68.00
34.99
34.99
25.95
25.95
2.15
2.15
23.38
23.38
150.00
150.00
248.52
248.52
248.52
248.52
16.99
16.99
42.56
42.56
11.05
11.05
28.64
28.64
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
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Check Key
Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Bank No 01
0100080062
05/24/13
63
VISA CARD SERVICES
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 FUEL/K GLANN-NCTM MATH CONF
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 MEALS/K GLANN-NCTM MATH CONF
APRIL 2013
00119005
APRIL 2013
00119005
APRIL 2013
00119005
APRIL 2013
00119005
APRIL 2013
00119005
APRIL 2013
00119005
APRIL 2013
00119005
APRIL 2013
00119005
APRIL 2013
00119005
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 FUEL/RECRUITMENT
3-07-01-2570-5820-00-001 ADM TRVL OUT DIST RECRUIT
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 GRIPCASE/IPAD (GLOVER)
3-37-15-1000-6190-36-000 SUPPLY
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 LODGING/RECRUITMENT
3-07-01-2570-5820-00-001 ADM TRVL OUT DIST RECRUIT
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 AESOP TRAINING/FUEL
3-06-00-2320-5820-00-001 TRAVEL CO AUTO
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 AESOP TRAINING/LODGING
3-07-00-2510-5820-00-002 TRAVEL BUS MGR
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 FULE/KSPTA TO REIMBURSE
3-06-22-2720-6240-00-000 MOTOR FUEL
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 MARSHA SCHMIDT-READING RECOVERY REGIST
3-06-30-2210-3300-00-000 CONTRACTED SERVICES RR
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 BOOKS
3-28-00-1000-6440-00-600 TEXTBOOKS ELEMENTARY
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 BOOKS
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 BOOKS
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 BOOKS
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 BOOKS
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 BOOKS
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 BOOKS
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 BOOKS
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 BOOKS
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 BOOKS
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 BOOKS
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 BOOKS
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 BOOKS
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 BOOKS
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
18.66
18.66
4.00
4.00
14.00
14.00
38.08
38.08
28.00
28.00
11.42
11.42
35.67
35.67
38.91
38.91
8.30
8.30
5.77
5.77
3.50
3.50
10.00
10.00
42.31
42.31
49.13
49.13
47.40
47.40
213.57
213.57
62.00
62.00
475.00
475.00
4.00
4.00
4.03
4.03
4.03
4.03
4.03
4.03
4.03
4.03
4.03
4.03
4.03
4.03
5.99
5.99
6.99
6.99
5.24
5.24
5.98
5.98
6.69
6.69
5.88
5.88
6.48
6.48
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
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Check Key
Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100080062
05/24/13
63
VISA CARD SERVICES
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 BOOKS
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 BOOKS
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 BOOKS
APRIL 2013
00119005
30004756 BOOKS
6.94
6.94
20.97
20.97
7.98
7.98
4.00
4.00
Total Check:
0100080063
05/24/13
2004
WALMART COMMUNITY
02495
00119006
30004543 Classroom / Student Supplies
3-37-10-1000-6190-00-404 SUPPLIES ELLIOTT
03679
00119024
30004543 Classroom / Student Supplies
3-37-10-1000-6190-00-404 SUPPLIES ELLIOTT
05524
00119008
30004674 remaining summer camp supplies
3-06-96-3190-6190-39-000 SUMMER LATCHKEY NON-FOOD
01637
00119009
30004787 Gift bags for retirement gifts
3-06-00-2310-8900-00-000 BOARD OF EDUCATION
01637
00119009
30004787 Soap refill, storage bags, tissue,napk
3-06-00-2320-6190-00-001 SUPPLIES-EXEC ADM
08328
00119010
30003973 Supplies for out side lab work
3-06-71-1000-6190-77-000 CH SUPPLIES AG EXPLORATION
02885
00119011
30003140 Student Supplies for Adaptive PE
3-37-10-1000-6190-81-000 SUPPLIES APE FLAMING
00129
00119012
30003977 Classroom supplies
3-06-71-1000-6190-76-000 SUPPLIES CH WRITING 7/8
05976
00119013
30004647 Classroom Supplies
3-37-10-1000-6190-00-608 SUPPLIES SCHOSTAG
09596
00119014
30004696 White Dish Tubs
3-07-66-1000-6190-00-000 SUPPLIES SB TCHR
09180
00119015
30004757 Treats for AZC Club Celebration May 21
3-06-71-1000-6190-48-001 CMS 8TH GRADE SUPPLIES
00916
00119016
30004567 Apples, cheese, yogurt parfait ingredi
3-31-60-1000-6190-00-005 POWER PANTHER PALS GRANT
02543
00119017
30004567 Apples, cheese, yogurt parfait ingredi
00354
00119018
30004091 Ice Cream, Pop, Cups, Flower HB
3-06-67-1000-6190-00-000 SUPPLIES SS TCHR
01732
00119019
30004542 Items for Head Start Policy Council &
3-90-12-1000-6190-49-000 SUPPLIES
09655
00119020
30004542 Itsms for Head Start Policy Council &
3-90-12-1000-6190-49-000 SUPPLIES
01966
00119021
30004742 Supplies for Cooper Carnival
3-90-12-1000-6190-49-000 SUPPLIES
01030
00119022
30004136 Tech Lab Supplies
3-06-71-1000-6190-61-000 SUPPLIES CH TECH LAB
05442
00119023
30004484 Project SEARCH Recognition Supplies
3-37-10-1000-6190-00-307 SUPPLIES-GOOCH
09025
00119007
30004766 Life Skills Classroom Project
3-91-43-1000-6190-88-000 SUPPLIES YUVL
Total Check:
0100080064
05/31/13
1415
AIRGAS MID SOUTH
9015464996
00119025
30004676 CD/AR
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
3,787.82
31.56
31.56
79.22
79.22
234.20
234.20
11.96
11.96
31.68
31.68
172.72
172.72
15.41
15.41
92.29
92.29
11.82
11.82
74.80
74.80
23.76
23.76
41.44
41.44
37.43
37.43
38.26
38.26
24.86
24.86
185.99
185.99
92.03
92.03
149.14
149.14
92.20
92.20
96.82
96.82
1,537.59
56.90
56.90
Total Check:
C
56.90
16
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Check Key
Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100080065
05/31/13
2768
AMSAN
287432017
00119027
30004710 GRIP HANDLE FLOOR MACHINE
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
287699318
00119026
30004710 VAC MOTOR RPRS MAINT# 938 TD
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
287605786
00119028
30004710 NOZZLE, INJCTR KIT
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
287605778
00119029
30004710 NEUTRLZR
30.40
30.40
147.08
147.08
180.91
180.91
101.85
101.85
Total Check:
0100080066
05/31/13
2158
ATCO INTERNATIONAL
I0375141
00119030
30004711 SHINY STAINLESS CLEANER MAINT#
460.24
Total Check:
0100080067
05/31/13
35
BOUND TO STAY BOUND BOOKS INC
821150
00119031
30003687 BOOKS TO BE SUBMITTED ON LINE FOR CHIS
3-06-71-2220-6410-00-000 LIBRARY CHISHOLM
268.00
Total Check:
0100080068
05/31/13
1144
1292674
00119037
30004846 215-013 7/16-20 SAE FINE
1292674
00119037
30004846 299-012 FLAT WASHER
1292228
00119036
30004846 73311 FUEL FILTER
1292228
00119036
30004846 PS752AC BRAKE DISC PAD
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
1292228
00119036
30004846 21-4245 BRAKE CALIPER
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
1292228
00119036
30004846 BRAKE CALIPER CASTING
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
1292228
00119036
30004846 BH138059 BRAKE HOSE
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
1292239
00119035
30004846 55040 BRAKE ROTOR
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
1292463
00119032
30004846 DS173 DOOR JAMB SWITCH
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
1292400
00119033
30004846 DS772 HEADLIGHT SWITCH
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
1292229
00119034
30004846 BH138059 BRAKE HOSE RETURN
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
Total Check:
0100080069
05/31/13
27073
CAMBIUM LEARNING
RI1116142
00119038
30004468 Module 1:Learn to Read, Module 2:Build
3-91-43-2210-5820-00-000 TRAVEL
Total Check:
0100080070
05/31/13
3045
CAPSTONE CLASSROOM
TI10032366
00119039
30004127 Snow White, Jack-O-Lanterns
3-06-67-1000-6190-00-000 SUPPLIES SS TCHR
268.00
268.00
91.83
91.83
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
91.83
.19
.19
.14
.14
8.05
8.05
26.50
26.50
63.54
63.54
18.67
18.67
16.36
16.36
59.02
59.02
5.73
5.73
111.21
111.21
-8.18
-8.18
301.23
3,573.90
3,573.90
3,573.90
85.14
85.14
Total Check:
0100080071
05/31/13
1560
CARQUEST AUTO PARTS
00119040
2695-213475
30004830 1/2X25 FT. FUEL, 3/8X250 FT FUEL
85.14
Total Check:
0100080072
05/31/13
27979
CENTRAL STEEL & WIRE COMPANY
792700
00119041
30004147 .0418 (19 GA) X48"X96" CR DSAK
4.22
435.10
435.10
Total Check:
435.10
4.22
4.22
17
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Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100080073
05/31/13
2727
CONKLIN CARS
00119042
46567
30004658 GLASS ASY
48.09
48.09
Total Check:
0100080074
05/31/13
7048
DAVIS PUBLICATIONS
00119043
592141
30003800 5th & 6th gr Digital Image Set Basic
3-06-75-1000-6600-98-001 SF-ART SUPPLIES OTHER
Total Check:
0100080075
05/31/13
2540
00119044
052025
30003911 SCIENCE SUPPLIES-WALK THRU IN MAY
3-06-81-1000-6190-73-000 SUPPLIES HS SCI
Total Check:
0100080076
05/31/13
933
DIVISION FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD
00119045
OCT 16, 2013
30004777 2013 DEC Conference - Jenifer Smith
3-37-12-2210-5820-00-000 TCHR TRVL OUT DIST
00119045
OCT 16, 2013
30004777 2013 DEC Conference - Jenifer Smith
3-90-12-2190-5820-20-000 TCHR TRAVEL OUT-DIST
250.00
250.00
60.49
60.49
132.50
132.50
132.50
132.50
117.95
Total Check:
0100080082
05/31/13
16942
IMPERIAL SUPPLIES, LLC
00119055
K19642
30004729 80825 BACK-UP
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
117.95
117.95
442.06
442.06
-442.06
-442.06
442.06
442.06
-189.92
-189.92
Total Check:
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
252.14
5.38
5.38
5.47
5.47
26.50
26.50
37.35
303.82
303.82
251.50
251.50
555.32
769.20
769.20
769.20
51.75
51.75
Total Check:
0100080083
05/31/13
2115
INTERSTATE ALL BATTERY CENTER
00119056
1900299007714
30004748 5/20 BATTERY BASEBOARD SCRUBBER CH#
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
Computer
60.49
Total Check:
0100080078
05/31/13
644
FOLEY RENTAL
00119049
PCSL1283461
30004722 10R-5406 PUMP GP WATER & DEPOSIT
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
00119046
PCSC0181099
30004722 PUMP & CORE CREDIT
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
00119048
PCSL1284342
30004722 PYMP GP WATER & CORE DEPOSIT
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
00119047
PSC0181100
30004722 CORE CREDIT
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
Total Check:
0100080081
05/31/13
8281
WALLING WATER MANAGEMENT DIV OF
00119085
101473
30004726 COOLING WATER TREATMENT CHILLER TOWER
C
250.00
265.00
Total Check:
0100080080
05/31/13
1264
GRAYBAR ELECTRIC COMPANY INC
00119054
966404217
30004725 LAMPS STOCK MAINT# 941 KW
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
00119053
966636949
30004835 LAMPS STOCK MAINT# 941 WW
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
Computer
48.09
Total Check:
0100080077
05/31/13
55
TOYS FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN, INC.
00119083
0362467-IN
30004528 Sing Along CD Player
3-37-15-1000-6190-36-000 SUPPLY
Total Check:
0100080079
05/31/13
86
00119050
264743
30004848 CRIMP COLLAR DUCTWORK RPR MAINT# 1001
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
00119051
264163
30004834 SCREWS,WSHRS RECEPTACLES MCK3 980 CG
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
00119052
K64506
30004834 DRILL BIT, SCREWS
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
C
51.75
18.99
18.99
18.99
18
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Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100080084
05/31/13
1917
JOSTENS
15837425
00119057
30004700 CERTIGUARD 8X6
3-06-84-1000-5990-00-000 COMMENCEMENT EXPENSE
83.57
83.57
Total Check:
0100080085
05/31/13
604
KANSAS DEPT OF HEALTH & ENVIRN
MAY 2013
00119058
30004838 CLASS II SUPERVISOR CERT-DAVID KLIEWE
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-001 SUPPLIES MISC
MAY 2013
00119058
30004838 CLASS I WORKER CERT-BRYCE WOELK
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-001 SUPPLIES MISC
83.57
Total Check:
0100080086
05/31/13
314
KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
04/11/13
00119059
30004686 Registration for Deb Hamm
3-06-00-2320-5820-00-000 TRAVEL SUPT
04/11/13
00119059
30004686 Registration for Sheila Wendling
3-15-00-2210-5820-12-000 TCHR TRVL OUT-DIST STATE
60.00
40.00
40.00
20.00
20.00
150.00
150.00
150.00
150.00
Total Check:
0100080087
05/31/13
2392
KENT AUDIO VISUAL
175578
00119062
30004687 VT85 LAMP & FREIGHT
37329MH
00119063
30004687 EVALUATE MACHINE
37314MH-6
00119061
30004687 EVALUATE MACHINE
37313MH-5
00119060
30004687 CLEAN & INSTALL NEW LAMP
175575
00119064
30004634 VT85LP LAMP
37316MH-8
00119065
30004634 CLEAN
300.00
Total Check:
0100080088
05/31/13
22209
MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC
06938327
00119066
30004008 MILLER WIRE FEEDER
3-19-81-1000-7390-82-000 EQUIPMENT-VOC VOAG
06925799
00119067
30004618 ELECT 1/8X1
06932261
00119068
30004618 LINCOLN 6011 FW
06925774
00119069
30003953 BAILEIGH METAL BENDER
3-19-81-1000-7390-82-000 EQUIPMENT-VOC VOAG
1,186.00
Total Check:
0100080089
05/31/13
18368
MIDWAY MOTORS SUPERCENTER
00119070
116869
30004736 15921351 KEY(W3)
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
8,896.06
Total Check:
0100080090
05/31/13
919
MIDWEST SEWING CENTER INC
MAY 2013
00119071
30004855 SERVICE FOR SEWING MACHINES
3-19-81-2620-4410-85-000 PLANT USE
FACS
119.28
Total Check:
162.50
0100080091
05/31/13
28061
NEWTON ANIMAL HOSPITAL
22250
00119072
30004751 Buddy Neuter fee
202.00
202.00
45.00
45.00
45.00
45.00
352.00
352.00
392.00
392.00
150.00
150.00
2,330.68
2,330.68
67.50
67.50
272.88
272.88
6,225.00
6,225.00
119.28
119.28
162.50
162.50
30.00
30.00
Total Check:
0100080092
05/31/13
26
NEWTON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
00119073
1973
30004796 Half page advertisement in The Welcome
3-07-01-2560-5590-00-000 PUBLIC RELATIONS PRINTING
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
30.00
200.00
200.00
Total Check:
0100080093
05/31/13
222
NEWTON RECREATION COMMISSION
1071412.002
00119074
30004780 500 swimming passes
200.00
Total Check:
900.00
900.00
900.00
19
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Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100080094
05/31/13
297
PHILLIPS 66
30004821 FUEL PURCHASES
00119075
1927636694305
3-06-22-2720-6240-00-000 MOTOR FUEL
186.50
186.50
Total Check:
0100080095
05/31/13
1252
PLAYMOR LANES GLENN H ASHCRAFT JR DBA
30004810 2ND SEMESTER BOWLING-PE CLASS
00119076
MAY 2013
3-06-00-0190-0990-00-800 TOWELS-HS
Total Check:
0100080096
05/31/13
11274
PROPANE CENTRAL LLC
30004738 FORKLIFT PROPANE BOTTLE FILL MAINT
00119077
0036352
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
Total Check:
0100080097
05/31/13
2306
SAMS CLUB ACCT #7715 0905 3458 0675
30004739 5/17/13 VENDING SUPPLIES
00119078
1638
30004739 OZARKA WATER GRADUATION 5/20/13-ROBOTI
00119078
1638
1,061.50
1,061.50
24.93
24.93
41.28
41.28
188.78
188.78
205.93
205.93
205.93
44.00
44.00
16,161.97
16,161.97
Total Check:
16,161.97
142.50
142.50
Total Check:
0100080105
06/10/13
1415
AIRGAS MID SOUTH
30004059 WELDING SUPPLIES
00119089
9800072194
00119090
7009541541-sales30004059 WELDING SUPPLIES
00119091
7010322733-sales30004059 WELDING SUPPLIES
30004814 OXYGEN, ARGON CARBON DIOXIDE, ARGON 75
00119092
9016165981
30004795 ARGON
00119088
9015889337
Total Check:
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
142.50
2,027.34
2,027.34
2,027.34
88.41
88.41
Total Check:
0100080104
05/31/13
106
WESTAR ENERGY
00119087
6160969626
30004860 DISTRICT ELECTRIC SERVICES
3-07-09-2620-6220-09-000 ELECTRICITY
C
44.00
Total Check:
0100080100
05/31/13
3165
SEMINOLE RETAIL ENERGY SERVICES LLC
00119081
150-1304-10193 30004885 DISTRICT NATURAL GAS PURCHASES
3-07-09-2620-6210-09-000 GAS HEATING
Total Check:
Computer
24.93
Total Check:
0100080099
05/31/13
1166
SCHOOL HEALTH ALERT
30004740 School Health Alert - annual subscript
00119080
10716
3-06-07-2130-6190-00-000 SUPPLIES - HEALTH
0100080103
05/31/13
2004
WALMART COMMUNITY
30004786 Class supplies
00119086
06542
3-06-60-2120-6190-00-000 SC COUNSELOR SUPPLIES
C
1,061.50
230.06
Total Check:
0100080102
05/31/13
585
USD 259 WICHITA
30004889 Educational Services - Hearing Impaire
00119084
22379
Computer
186.50
Total Check:
0100080098
05/31/13
1349
SCHOLASTIC MAGAZINES INC
30003817 STORYWORKS, SCHOLASTIC ACTION, FREIGHT
00119079
M5108648
3-21-31-1000-6190-75-000 AT-RISK SUPPLIES SF
0100080101
05/31/13
22446
THE BULK BOOK STORE
30004566 A WRINKLE IN TIME
00119082
MAP 7651
C
88.41
37,943.87
37,943.87
37,943.87
412.91
412.91
62.25
62.25
39.57
39.57
92.14
92.14
57.27
57.27
664.14
20
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Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100080106
06/10/13
2525
OFFICE PLUS OF KANSAS
00119238
169522-0
30004776 Concession Food Items
3-30-18-1000-6190-50-000 STUCO
303.74
303.74
Total Check:
0100080107
06/10/13
9725
AMERICAN LEGACY PUBLISHING, INC.
00119093
2013/14 School Y30004815 Social Studies - Grade 4 State History
3-21-31-1000-6190-60-000 TITLE I SUPPLIES - SC
00119093
2013/14 School Y30004815 Social Studies - Grade 4 State History
00119093
2013/14 School Y30004815 Shipping
303.74
Total Check:
0100080108
06/10/13
1624
AMERICAN MESSAGING
00119094
F1012407NF
30004907 SHIPPING ON PAGER REPAIR MAINT#
3-06-09-2620-4300-09-000 CONTRACTED SERVICES PLANT
296.45
Total Check:
0100080109
06/10/13
2768
AMSAN
00119101
287969554
30004826 MOP, EXTRCTR,SCREENSPADS, POLY SUMMER
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
00119099
287969562
30004826 BLEACH CUSTODIAL MAINT# 938 DI
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
00119095
287969570
30004826 TWLS,TP,LINERS CUSTODIAL MAINT# 951 D
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
00119096
288408842
30004826 COMPASS SHINE RESTROOM MACH CUSTODIAL#
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
00119097
288408859
30004826 PUMICE STICKS CUSTODIAL # 951 DU
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
00119098
288408867
30004826 TP, TWLS,SOAP,BWL CLEANER CUSTODIAL #
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
00119100
288238983
30004826 GASKET FLOOR MACH MAINT# 947 RH
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
134.75
134.75
134.75
134.75
26.95
26.95
12.63
12.63
6,824.39
6,808.28
16.11
281.40
280.74
.66
1,493.60
1,490.08
3.52
398.56
397.62
.94
94.95
94.73
.22
1,551.42
1,547.76
3.66
25.17
25.11
.06
10,669.49
Total Check:
3,181.00
3,181.00
3,181.00
499.00
499.00
Total Check:
0100080112
06/10/13
6955
AT & T LONG DISTANCE
00119104
838264809
30004744 WALTON RURAL LIFE PHONE SERVICES
3-07-09-2620-5320-09-000 TELEPHONE
Total Check:
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
12.63
Total Check:
0100080110
06/10/13
897
AP EXAMS
00119102
JUNE 15, 2013
30004801 AP EXAMS-PAYMENT JUNE 15, 2013
0100080111
06/10/13
20044
APPLE, INC
00119103
4239723197
30004591
3-37-15-1000-6190-36-000 SUPPLY
C
499.00
58.83
58.83
58.83
21
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Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100080113
06/10/13
221
B & B LUMBER COMPANY INC
20080236
00119107
30004863 TROWEL, COLOR BRICKWORK RPR GYM NR# 1
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
20080232
00119108
30004844 ALUMINUM TAPE DCTWRK RPR MAINT# 1004 C
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
20079757
00119105
30004712 SHIM DOOR RPR CABINETS CLC# 956 TD
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
20079748
00119109
30004712 ASPHALT PATCH DRIVEWAY
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
20080310
00119110
30004909 PAINT MAINT NHS# 996 BW
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
20080384
00119111
30004910 BLADES, BITS DOORWAY PAYROLL MCK# 101
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
20080396
00119106
30004910 SHEETROCK DOORWAY PAYROLL MAC
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
Total Check:
0100080114
06/10/13
2382
BARNES & NOBLE, INC.
IN 2572979
00119112
30004061 Leveled TExts for Classic Fiction: Myt
3-28-67-1000-6440-64-200 SS SUPP TEXTBOOKS
Total Check:
0100080115
06/10/13
28150
KELVIN F BARTEL
MAY 8-17, 2013 30004759 Student Transportation 00119212
3-17-20-2720-5130-00-001 PAY TRANS TO INDIV
Total Check:
0100080116
06/10/13
28100
BESTQUEST TEACHING SYSTEMS
2191
00119113
30004678 Algebra'scool Complete Program
3-91-42-1000-6190-88-000 SUPPLIES YUVL
15.88
15.88
11.99
11.99
1.79
1.79
47.56
47.56
4.89
4.89
40.23
40.23
8.64
8.64
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
130.98
30.98
30.98
30.98
242.00
242.00
242.00
3,654.00
3,654.00
Total Check:
0100080117
06/10/13
1197
BETHEL COLLEGE
NCC-1202
00119114
30004772 NEWTON CHANNEL 2012 ANNUAL OPERATIN GC
3-07-00-1000-3420-00-000 WAN & INTERNET ACCESS
3,654.00
Total Check:
0100080118
06/10/13
30
BLICK ART MATERIALS
1749860
00119117
30004593 Tru-Ray Construction Paper
1748819
00119116
30004594 Prang Water Color Refill, Streamers
1748736
00119115
30004571 Round brushes, Pony Bead, etc
2,000.00
2,000.00
2,000.00
136.93
136.93
97.74
97.74
278.08
278.08
Total Check:
0100080119
06/10/13
2043
BROCHAMWOOD LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
53141
00119118
30004827 SPRAY PINES NHS
512.75
Total Check:
600.00
600.00
600.00
22
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Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100080120
06/10/13
1144
1292612
00119125
30004828 BREAK AWAY CABLE MOWER TRAILER MAINT#
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
1294000
00119124
30004912 NITROGEN A/C WORK MCK# 1021 RH
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
1291546
00119126
30004911 MANIFOLD GASKET EXHAUST
1291649
00119123
30004911 EXHAUST MANIFOLD
1292042
00119122
30004911 SPARK PLUG
1292159
00119121
30004911 RIVET
1292159
00119121
30004911 HOSE BYPASS CAP
1293089
00119120
30004911 REPLACEMENT PART, K-EQUIP
1292271
00119119
30004911 CASTING RETURN
1292271
00119119
30004911 MANIFOLD GASTKET EXHAUST RETURN
12.46
12.46
31.54
31.54
16.68
16.68
80.98
80.98
1.75
1.75
5.70
5.70
2.89
2.89
179.95
179.95
-12.00
-12.00
-16.68
-16.68
Total Check:
0100080121
06/10/13
3423
BUSINESS PROTECTION EQUIPMENT
026468
00119127
30004932 MAINT. AGREEMENT FROM 6/14/13 TO 6/14/
3-06-08-2540-6190-93-000 SUPPLIES CENTRAL COPYING
303.27
Total Check:
0100080122
06/10/13
458
CAPITAL PLAZA-TOPEKA
197285-290
00119128
30004803 5/17/13 ROOMS STATE G SWIM INVOICE#197
229.50
Total Check:
0100080123
06/10/13
15539
CARLSON SYSTEMS, LLC
38498590
00119129
30004829 MOVING BOXES DIST# 982 KW
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
763.98
Total Check:
0100080124
06/10/13
1560
CARQUEST AUTO PARTS
2695-212673
00119132
30004718 2 CYC OIL
2695-214264
00119131
30004718 COPPER PLUS SPRK PLG
3-19-81-1000-7390-82-001 EQUIP-VO AG SMALL ENGINES
2695-214595
00119130
30004718 BREATHER TUBE
3-19-81-1000-7390-82-001 EQUIP-VO AG SMALL ENGINES
2695-214639
00119133
30004719 73150-5 BEEPING BACK UP
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
480.00
229.50
229.50
763.98
763.98
480.00
480.00
2.92
2.92
1.93
1.93
7.94
7.94
33.14
33.14
Total Check:
0100080125
06/10/13
503
CARSON-DELLOSA PUBL CO LLC
137436
00119134
30004622 Beginning Language Roll & Learn Cubes
3-90-12-1000-6190-49-000 SUPPLIES
45.93
Total Check:
0100080126
06/10/13
27456
PATTI CARTER
MAY 1-17, 2013 30004760 Student Transportation - Mileage from
00119242
3-17-20-2720-5130-00-001 PAY TRANS TO INDIV
25.94
Total Check:
25.94
25.94
719.40
719.40
719.40
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
23
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Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100080127
06/10/13
2457
CASEY'S GENERAL STOREC, INC
00119135
05/31/13
30004941 MAINT FUEL PURCHASES
3-06-09-2650-6240-09-000 GASOLINE & DIESEL FUEL
00119135
05/31/13
30004941 SPEC ED FUEL PURCHASES
3-17-20-2720-6240-00-000 MOTOR FUEL
00119135
05/31/13
30004941 HS CARS FUEL PURCHASES
3-06-22-2720-6240-00-000 MOTOR FUEL
00119135
05/31/13
30004941 FOODSERVICE FUEL PURCHASES
3-14-05-3130-6240-00-000 MOTOR FUEL
00119135
05/31/13
30004941 ETC FUEL PURCHASES
3-06-08-2720-6240-00-000 FUEL
00119135
05/31/13
30004941 HEADSTART FUEL PURCHASES
3-90-12-2720-6240-49-000 MOTOR FUEL
2,042.19
2,042.19
2,289.43
2,289.43
1,504.03
1,504.03
555.50
555.50
57.45
57.45
607.40
607.40
Total Check:
0100080128
06/10/13
3381
CDW.G CDW GOVERNMENT INC
00119136
CG22387
30004623 27" VIEWSONIC MONITOR
3-07-00-1000-7390-00-000 EQUIPMENT
7,056.00
Total Check:
0100080129
06/10/13
2389
SCHOOL SPECIALTY, INC
00119273
208110322577
30004624 Roylco Dip & Print Sponges
3-90-12-1000-6190-49-000 SUPPLIES
242.49
242.49
242.49
23.13
23.13
Total Check:
0100080130
06/10/13
88
CINTAS FAS LOCKBOX 636525
00119137
0417105167
30004867 FIRST AID CABINET REFILL
MAINT NHS
3-06-09-2670-6190-09-001 SUPPLIES-SAFETY CONTROL
00119138
0417105168
30004867 FIRST AID CABINET REFILL
MAINT NHS
3-06-09-2670-6190-09-001 SUPPLIES-SAFETY CONTROL
23.13
Total Check:
0100080131
06/10/13
134
CITY OF NEWTON
00119139
04/15-5/14/13
30004894 DISTRICT WATER SERVICES FEE
3-07-09-2620-4110-09-001 WATER
00119139
04/15-5/14/13
30004894 DISTRICT SEWER & REFUSE SERVICES FEE
145.80
Total Check:
0100080132
06/10/13
23159
COMFORT INN & SUITES NEWTON
00119141
14547491-502
30004895 1/26/13 OLATHE NW 9ROOMS G BB INV-JOEL
Total Check:
0100080133
06/10/13
16039
COMM LINK, INC.
00119142
01305332
30004806 MCKINLEY WORK #109064
3-07-09-2620-5320-09-000 TELEPHONE
Total Check:
0100080134
06/10/13
1538
CONRADE INSURANCE GROUP INC
1 of 3 BMAC Annual Installmen
00119144
5756
30004890 6/1/13
3-07-00-2620-5290-00-000 PROPERTY & BOILER INSURAN
00119143
5772
30004934 2013-14 WC POLICY AGENCY FEE
3-80-00-5900-2230-98-000 WORKERS COMP
Total Check:
0100080135
06/10/13
1922
CONSTRUCTIVE PLAYTHINGS
00119145
5129194700
30004625 Clothing for 12-14" Baby Dolls
3-90-12-1000-6190-49-000 SUPPLIES
Total Check:
0100080136
06/10/13
2978
COX COMMUNICATIONS - KANSAS
501 1006 036443330004942 501 1006 036443301 WIDE AREA NETWORK
00119146
67.36
67.36
78.44
78.44
5,615.69
5,615.69
8,362.94
8,362.94
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
13,978.63
1,755.18
1,755.18
1,755.18
431.00
431.00
431.00
3,936.00
3,936.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
13,936.00
53.93
53.93
53.93
3,141.00
3,141.00
Total Check:
0100080137
06/10/13
17124
CPI QUALIFIED PLAN CONSULTANTS INC
CRS105941000023230004896 MAY MONTHLY PARTICIPANT FEE - 3
00119147
3-07-00-2510-3390-00-000 403B ADMINISTRATION
3,141.00
Total Check:
3.00
3.00
3.00
24
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Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100080138
06/10/13
21997
CYTEK MEDIA SYSTEMS, INC
168155
00119148
30004599 SMARTBOARD SB680
3-06-71-1000-6190-00-000 SUPPLIES CH TCHRS
Total Check:
0100080139
06/10/13
634
DAVIS PEST CONTROL
199760
00119149
30004914 PEST CONTROL DISTRICT
1,308.00
1,308.00
240.00
240.00
240.00
Total Check:
0100080141
06/10/13
708
DISNEY EDUCATIONAL PRODUCTIONS
DET477959
00119151
30004150 BILL NYE THE SCIENCE GUY: COMETS AND M
3-06-08-2220-6510-00-000 INSTRUCTIONAL MEDIA
DET477959
00119151
30004150 BILL NYE THE SCIENCE GUY: RENEWABLE EN
DET477959
00119151
30004150 SOLVING FOR X: PRE-ALGEBRA, VOLUME 1 3-06-08-2220-6510-00-000 INSTRUCTIONAL MEDIA
DET477959
00119151
30004150 SOLVING FOR X: ALGEBRA I, VOLUME 1 - D
36.14
Total Check:
0100080142
06/10/13
5018
JOQUETTA DOVE
00119203
02/01/13-05/10/130004660 2/1/13-5/10/13-NHS BOOK STUDY/MTSS/AIM
59.96
36.14
36.14
14.99
14.99
14.99
14.99
14.99
14.99
14.99
14.99
3,150.00
3,150.00
Total Check:
0100080143
06/10/13
14591
EQUIPARTS
00119152
M481370
30004868 REDUCING SPUD STOCK MAINT# 986 BW
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
00119153
K480928
30004831 ROSETTE,SPINDLE,DRAIN STOCK MAINT NHS#
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
3,150.00
Total Check:
0100080144
06/10/13
1501
ESSDACK
00119154
2013-14
30004683 Crisis Intervention Team membership fo
3-06-99-2190-3990-99-000 STDT SUPP PROF & TECH SER
326.61
Total Check:
0100080145
06/10/13
1501
ESSDACK
00119155
2012-13
30004898 HEARTLAND VIRTUAL SCH EMROLL - 12TH PA
3-11-00-1000-5630-00-000 ED CONTRACT ESSDACK
450.00
50.56
50.56
276.05
276.05
450.00
450.00
21,057.85
21,057.85
Total Check:
0100080146
06/10/13
1501
ESSDACK
00119156
2012-2013
30004897 LEARNING CENTER ENROLLMENT - 12TH PYMT
3-21-31-1000-5630-20-002 ED CONTRACT ESSDACK LC
21,057.85
Total Check:
0100080147
06/10/13
27669
SHELBY EVANS, PHD
00119277
2013-05-22
30004778 Head Start Grant - Mental Health Consu
3-90-12-2190-5990-49-000 CONTRACT - MENTAL HEALTH
12,667.30
Total Check:
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
1,308.00
Total Check:
0100080140
06/10/13
2540
127977
00119150
Total Check:
0100080148
06/10/13
3199
FASTENAL COMPANY
00119157
KSNEW57411
30004832 BOLTS MOWER RPR MAINT# 984 JR
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
00119158
KSNEW57461
30004847 MASKS,SCRWS DCTWRK RPR MAINT# 1002 CG
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
C
12,667.30
12,667.30
1,875.00
1,875.00
1,875.00
1.21
1.21
13.06
13.06
14.27
25
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Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100080149
06/10/13
1891
FOLLETT EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
00119159
1436984A
30004602 Teachers Guide to Building Blocks—ISBN
3-28-00-1000-6440-00-500 TEXTBOOKS KINDERGARTEN
00119159
1436984A
30004602 Modifying the Four Blocks for Upper Gr
00119159
1436984A
30004602 Month by Month Phonics and Vocabulary
00119159
1436984A
30004602 Self-selected Reading the Four Blocks
00119159
1436984A
30004602 Teacher's Guide to Big Blocks Resource
00119159
1436984A
30004602 Teacher's Guide to the Four Blocks Gra
00119159
1436984A
30004602 Month by Month Phonics for Second Grad
00119159
1436984A
30004602 Writing Mini-Lesson Upper Grades 5-8—I
00119159
1436984A
30004602 Making Words Lessons for K-3—ISBN 9780
00119159
1436984A
30004602 Teacher's Buide to Four Blocks Literac
00119159
1436984A
30004602 Teacher's Guide to Four Blocks Literac
Total Check:
0100080150
06/10/13
533
FUTURE PRO INC
00119160
3816
30004870 BACKBOARD PADDING SC/ LH
KW
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
215.76
.00
215.76
269.70
.00
269.70
133.40
.00
133.40
1,325.40
.00
1,325.40
173.30
.00
173.30
845.06
.00
845.06
160.08
.00
160.08
284.85
.00
284.85
116.88
.00
116.88
207.80
.00
207.80
270.14
.00
270.14
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
4,002.37
315.00
315.00
Total Check:
0100080151
06/10/13
3257
G. FARNEY & ASSOCIATES INC
00119161
25208
30004833 CHLORINE BRICKS POOL NHS# 964 BW
315.00
Total Check:
0100080152
06/10/13
1211
GOPHER SPORT THE PROFIT CORPORATION
00119162
8642831
30004808 KICKBALL,FRISBEE,BB,SOCCER,FOOTBALL
3-06-75-1000-6190-45-003 SF 5TH GR SUPPLY
849.86
Total Check:
C
849.86
849.86
111.11
111.11
111.11
26
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Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100080153
06/10/13
86
264784
00119172
30004871 BADES, SCRAPERS SUMMER CREW MAINT# 100
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
264115
00119173
30004871 VOLTAGE TESTER VAN SUPPLIES MAINT# 979
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
265224
00119171
30004916 CAULK RPRS SUMMER MAINT# 1014 TD
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
265196
00119163
30004916 TAPE MOUNT LETTERS
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
265252
00119164
30004916 CAULK, NOZZLE GUTTER
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
265280
00119165
30004918 PAINT RPRS NR # 1017 RH
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
265174
00119166
30004918 BALL VALVE
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
265208
00119167
30004918 UNION
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
265100
00119168
30004918 MURIATIC ACID
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
264299
00119169
30004899 GRASS SEED & FERTILIZER TO OVER SEED A
K64504
00119170
30004917 MISC. ITEMS FOR BACK ROOM
Total Check:
0100080154
06/10/13
532
GRAINGER, INC
9153258463
00119174
30004809 Crews Safety Glasses,Gloves,Bandages
3-06-35-2620-6190-00-000 SUPPLIES
40.42
29.33
11.09
15.29
11.09
4.20
46.28
46.28
14.38
14.38
30.10
30.10
12.58
12.58
16.19
16.19
10.79
10.79
18.87
18.87
1,035.86
1,035.86
14.39
14.39
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
1,255.15
292.45
292.45
Total Check:
0100080155
06/10/13
1264
GRAYBAR ELECTRIC COMPANY INC
966739042
00119175
30004919 LAMPS STOCK GYMS DIST# 974 KW
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
966739040
00119176
30004919 LAMPS STOCK MAINT
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
966739041
00119177
30004919 LAMPS STOCK CLC
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
292.45
Total Check:
0100080156
06/10/13
21504
GREATER AMERICAN DISTRIBUTING, INC.
71050
00119178
30004554 BEVMAX 4 VENDING MACHINE-NHS
71050
00119178
30004554 DELIVERY FEE
564.54
83.46
83.46
336.96
336.96
144.12
144.12
5,600.00
5,600.00
400.00
400.00
Total Check:
0100080157
06/10/13
1142
GTM SPORTSWEAR
7208460
00119179
30004665 KAEPEA TOUCH SHOES,CUST# 1643220
6,000.00
Total Check:
0100080158
06/10/13
391
HAJOCA CORP
S008026712.001 30004920 WATER HEATER 40 BLDNG CH# 981 RH
00119181
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
S008020736.001 30004920 PLUMB SPPLIES HOOK UP FORGE AUTO MECH#
00119180
3-19-81-2620-4410-87-000 PLANT USE
VOC AUTO
1,485.00
Total Check:
C
1,485.00
1,485.00
307.43
307.43
234.94
234.94
542.37
27
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Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100080159
06/10/13
215
HARVEY COUNTY SOLID WASTE
333552
00119182
30004849 Car tires (12 tires NHS auto/ 33 tires
3-06-35-2690-4590-00-000 CONTRACTED SERV-CHEM HAZ
333580
00119183
30004849 Car tires (12 tires NHS auto/ 33 tires
333581
00119184
30004849 Trash (dissescted animals - biology)
333108
00119185
30004836 BRUSH CLEANUP NHS
Total Check:
0100080160
06/10/13
91
HIGH SCHOOL ACTIVITY FUND
29244
00119186
30004850 RANGEL-BPA NAT'L TRIP PO#29244 WRONG A
3-19-81-1000-5180-83-000 STDT TRAVEL
29244
00119186
30004850 RANGEL-BPA NAT'L TRIP
3-19-81-2210-5810-83-000 TCHR TRVL IN DIST
29256
00119191
30004727 NAT'L FORENSIC LEAGUE PO#29256 STUDENT
JUNE 2013
00119192
30004699 D WILSON FCCLA COMPETITIVE EVENT DROPP
3-06-00-2590-6990-00-000 MISC REIMBURSE
JUNE 2013
00119190
30004699 D STEWARE AUTO FEES 4/18/13
3-06-00-2590-6990-00-000 MISC REIMBURSE
JUNE 2013
00119190
30004699 C RIPPE RAILAIRE DRESS
3-06-00-2590-6990-00-000 MISC REIMBURSE
29229
00119189
30004666 NAT'L FORENSIC PO#29229 SPEECH TOURN E
29225
00119188
30004631 CAMPUS PO#29225 4/13/13 FORENSICS ENTR
101
00119187
30004630 Burns, Walker, Zohn - Awards
Total Check:
0100080161
06/10/13
1017
HILAND DAIRY COMPANY
MAY 2013
00119193
30004921 May 2013 District Milk & Juice Stateme
3-14-05-3150-6390-00-011 FOOD DIST MAY
MAY 2013
00119193
30004921 May 2013 District Milk & Juice Stateme
3-14-68-3150-6390-00-011 FOOD WALT MAY
Total Check:
0100080162
06/10/13
143
HOWARDS LOCK & KEY
7890
00119194
30004922 DUPLICATE KEYS FILE CABINETS MAINT# 69
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
Total Check:
0100080163
06/10/13
3343
HUBER MAINTENANCE SUPPLY
023793A
00119196
30004837 FRAME, PAD SUMMER CUSTODIAL MAINT#
024378
00119195
30004837 SANITIZER
57.75
57.75
21.00
21.00
10.00
10.00
4.00
4.00
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
92.75
2,582.07
2,582.07
1,091.12
1,091.12
75.00
75.00
5.00
5.00
6.82
6.82
32.50
32.50
305.00
305.00
104.00
104.00
140.00
140.00
4,341.51
15,507.38
15,507.38
708.94
708.94
16,216.32
22.00
22.00
22.00
213.10
213.10
353.00
353.00
Total Check:
0100080164
06/10/13
16969
HUMMERT INTERNATIONAL
65118
00119197
30004000 FERTILIZER, 606 DEEP INSERTS, 1206 DEE
566.10
Total Check:
0100080165
06/10/13
659
ICON SOLUTIONS INC
17544*9
00119198
30004923 VALVE WATER LINE RESTROOM MAINT NHS#
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
564.90
Total Check:
C
564.90
564.90
109.65
109.65
109.65
28
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Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100080166
06/10/13
804
J & H FARM EQUIPMENT INC
00119200
34729
30004731 CARB, CAP WEEDEATER RPR MAINT# 975 TD
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
00119201
34701
30004731 HEAD, CAP WEEDEATER RPRS MAINT NHS# 9
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
00119202
35072
30004924 WEEDEATER STRING, OIL MIX MAINT# 1011
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
Total Check:
0100080167
06/10/13
1917
JOSTENS
00119204
15887307
30004851 DIPLOMA-TYREE JAMELL BRANNING INVOICE#
52.75
52.75
31.82
31.82
185.78
185.78
12.84
12.84
12.84
Total Check:
0100080169
06/10/13
17086
KANSAS GOLF AND TURF
00119206
01-32247
30004839 BLADES MOWER MAINT# 985 JR
3-06-09-2650-6160-09-000 TIRES & REPAIRS
54.00
54.00
54.00
275.04
275.04
Total Check:
0100080170
06/10/13
28088
KANSAS LEARNING CENTER FOR HEALTH
00119207
451
30004925 Walton, 2nd gr, 5/21/13
275.04
Total Check:
0100080171
06/10/13
2132
KANSAS NCA CAMPS
00119208
JUNE 21-24, 201330004900 6/21-24/13 CHEER CAMP BALANCE-DEPOSIT
115.00
115.00
115.00
6,647.00
6,647.00
Total Check:
0100080172
06/10/13
2091
KANSAS STATE DEPT OF EDUCATION
00119209
JUNE 4-5, 2013 30004926 Registration - Lacie Fair (H.S.)
00119209
JUNE 4-5, 2013 30004926 Registration - Kathi Bogner, Keith Pen
00119209
JUNE 4-5, 2013 30004926 Registration - Adam Williams (H.S.)
00119209
JUNE 4-5, 2013 30004926 Registration - Emily Schmidt, Johanna
00119209
JUNE 4-5, 2013 30004926 Registration - Kendra Pugh (South Bree
00119209
JUNE 4-5, 2013 30004926 Registration - Jody Childs, Deb Bartel
6,647.00
Total Check:
0100080173
06/10/13
108
KANSAS TRUCK EQUIP CO INC
00119210
160518
30004852 ELD-120447 EXP VALVE
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
00119210
160518
30004852 1715150 SWITCH, OMNI-DI
3-06-20-2740-6180-00-000 PARTS - REPAIRS
2,600.00
Total Check:
0100080174
06/10/13
1118
KAUFFMAN MUSEUM
00119211
05/14/13
30004606 WALTON 3RD/4TH GR., RICHLING
176.80
Total Check:
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
270.35
Total Check:
0100080168
06/10/13
639
KAGAN COOPERATIVE LEARNING
00119205
427786
30004819 Mini Dry Erasers
Total Check:
0100080175
06/10/13
2392
KENT AUDIO VISUAL
00119213
175585
30004607 NEC NP-M300X 3000 DATA PROJECTOR
3-07-71-1000-6190-00-000 SUPPLIES CH TCHRS
C
200.00
200.00
1,200.00
1,200.00
200.00
200.00
400.00
400.00
200.00
200.00
400.00
400.00
19.68
19.68
157.12
157.12
30.00
30.00
30.00
837.00
837.00
837.00
29
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Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100080176
06/10/13
111
KIRKPATRICK PLUMBING
6234306
00119214
30004901 PIPE
3-19-81-2620-4410-87-000 PLANT USE
VOC AUTO
6234303
00119215
30004840 FLEX DUCT
RPRS MAINT NHS# 988 BW
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
Total Check:
0100080177
06/10/13
955
KK OFFICE SOLUTIONS INC
154426
00119216
30004702 STAPLES SALES ORDER #3865
3-06-81-2410-6110-00-000 COPY CHRG HS PRIN
Total Check:
0100080178
06/10/13
3131
KSHSAA
2013-2014
00119217
30004749 2013-2014 CMS CATASTROPHE INSURANCE
3-06-77-1000-5290-00-000 INSURANCE ATHLETICS
2013-2014
00119217
30004749 2013-2014 CMS MEMBERSHIP DUES
38.05
38.05
290.00
290.00
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
328.05
84.00
84.00
84.00
1,929.60
1,064.15
865.45
65.00
35.85
29.15
Total Check:
0100080179
06/10/13
3131
KSHSAA
2013-2014
00119218
30004750 2013-2014 NHS CATASTROPHE INSURANCE
2013-2014
00119218
30004750 2013-2014 NHS MEMBERSHIP DUES
1,994.60
Total Check:
0100080180
06/10/13
3131
KSHSAA
JULY 21-26, 201330004667 JULY 21-26, 2013 STUCO WORKSHOP
00119219
3,323.54
Total Check:
0100080181
06/10/13
3131
KSHSAA
07/19-22/13
00119220
30004902 2013 SUMMER DANCE REGISTRATION BALANCE
C
3,123.54
3,123.54
200.00
200.00
825.00
825.00
825.00
3,782.50
3,782.50
Total Check:
0100080182
06/10/13
2181
LAKESHORE LEARNING MATERIALS
3720380513
00119221
30004635 SUPPLIES
3-90-12-1000-6190-49-000 SUPPLIES
3,782.50
Total Check:
0100080183
06/10/13
17159
IDENTIFICATION PRODUCTS MFG.CO.
00119199
LMI0070496
30004875 3 mil - 27" x 250' Clear School Roll L
3-90-12-1000-6190-49-000 SUPPLIES
2,093.77
Total Check:
0100080184
06/10/13
2010
LAMPTON WELDING SUPPLY INC
00538834
00119222
30004252 HYP NOZZLE
00119223
00535128
30004252 HYP SHIELD, NOZZLE, DEFLECTOR, FINECUT
00535670
00119224
30004252 HYP ELECTRODE
00119225
00545695
30004252 KNOB, SWIRL RING, TORCH HEAD, MLRWASHE
268.88
Total Check:
0100080185
06/10/13
254
LEARNING FOR LIFE
00119226
25056
30004773 Champions Transition Skills
399.11
Total Check:
131.00
2,093.77
2,093.77
268.88
268.88
10.64
10.64
96.24
96.24
14.16
14.16
278.07
278.07
131.00
131.00
30
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Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100080186
06/10/13
3122
LEARNING RESOURCES INC
00119227
1791467
30004636 Gator Grabber Tweezers
3-90-12-1000-6190-49-000 SUPPLIES
00119227
1791467
30004636 Snap Cubes
3-90-12-1000-6190-49-000 SUPPLIES
00119227
1791467
30004636 Link N Learn Links in a Bucket
3-90-12-1000-6190-49-000 SUPPLIES
00119227
1791467
30004636 Pet Counters
3-90-12-1000-6190-49-000 SUPPLIES
Total Check:
0100080187
06/10/13
2355
LIBERTY HARDWOODS INC
00119228
KCMO00355663-00230004735 WOOD SUPPLIES-NHS PO#29139 INVOICE#KCM
Total Check:
0100080188
06/10/13
22209
MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC
06961793
00119229
30004762 ESAB LINER 035
11.99
11.99
59.99
59.99
16.99
16.99
35.94
35.94
501.79
501.79
916.01
916.01
Total Check:
0100080191
06/10/13
398
MIDWEST SINGLE SOURCE INC
688030-0
00119233
30004536 GREEN CHECK STOCK (5000)
3-06-00-2510-6190-00-000 SUPPLIES-COMPUTER
94.50
Total Check:
94.50
94.50
467.65
467.65
Total Check:
0100080195
06/10/13
2798
NORTHEAST KANSAS LIBRARY SYSTEM
JUNE 12-13, 201330004797 Registration for Denise Bowen
00119237
3-91-43-2210-5820-00-000 TRAVEL
Total Check:
0100080196
06/10/13
1873
ORIENTAL TRADING COMPANY
00119239
657391933-01
30004639 Pony Beads,Buttons,Pom-Poms,Wiggle eye
3-90-12-1000-6190-49-000 SUPPLIES
657433631-02
00119240
30004669 Summer craft, art, and camp supplies
Total Check:
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
467.65
5,660.39
5,660.39
7,037.91
7,037.91
19,918.70
19,918.70
32,617.00
103.44
103.44
8.91
8.91
Total Check:
0100080194
06/10/13
222
NEWTON RECREATION COMMISSION
05/08/13
00119236
30004768 FAMILY MEMBERSHIPS - 7/1/13 - 7/1/14
3-07-00-2570-8100-00-000 WELLNESS CENTER
Computer
17.93
916.01
0100080193
06/10/13
129
NASCO
378951
00119235
30004774 My plate cling kit
00119235
378951
30004774 My plate cling kit
C
501.79
Total Check:
0100080190
06/10/13
18368
MIDWAY MOTORS SUPERCENTER
46838
00119232
30004854 INSTALLED DRIVER ED BRAKE(C5)
Total Check:
0100080192
06/10/13
1299
MYERS STEVENS & TOOHEY & CO, INC
1067157
00119234
30004938 STUDENT ACCIDENT INSURANCE K-8
1067157
00119234
30004938 STUDENT ACCIDENT INSURANCE 9-12
1067157
00119234
30004938 STUDENT ACCIDENT INSURANCE FOOTBALL
3-06-00-1000-5290-00-000 STUDENT ACCIDENT INSUR
Computer
124.91
17.93
17.93
Total Check:
0100080189
06/10/13
1649
MENNONITE PRESS INC
47949011
00119230
30004853 2012/13 3000 GRADUATION PROGRAM
C
112.35
4,500.00
4,500.00
4,500.00
130.00
130.00
130.00
63.99
63.99
769.40
769.40
833.39
31
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Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100080197
06/10/13
1416
PAGES
30004857 WALK - THRU TO PAGES BOOK STORE
00119241
05/30/13
3-06-66-2220-6410-00-000 LIBRARY SOUTHBREEZE
Total Check:
0100080198
06/10/13
2178
PBA ARCHITECTS, PA
30004820 PK37312101.0 NHS TOILET REMODEL
00119243
7691
3-41-00-4300-3320-00-000 ARCHITECTURAL SERVICE
Total Check:
0100080199
06/10/13
599
PEPSI COLA DISTRIBUTORS
30004781 Drinks for Concessions
00119244
98016158
3-30-18-1000-6190-50-000 STUCO
104.68
104.68
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
104.68
1,343.70
1,343.70
1,343.70
680.83
680.83
Total Check:
0100080200
06/10/13
609
CMI EDUCATION INSTITUTE, INC
00119140
AUGUST 31, 2013 30004858 Self Regulation in Children-R Ybarra,R
3-06-68-2120-6190-00-000 WALTON COUNSELOR SUPPLIES
680.83
Total Check:
0100080201
06/10/13
10456
PIONEER LEAGUE
30004752 2013-2014 PIONEER LEAGUE DUES
00119245
2013-2014
259.98
1,000.00
1,000.00
Total Check:
1,000.00
0100080202
06/10/13
153
PRAIRIE VIEW INC
30004695 STATE AID
00119246
05/14/13
3-06-89-1000-5630-00-001 ED CONTRACT - PV LEVEL 6
30004695 TITLE 1
00119246
05/14/13
3-91-42-1000-5630-89-000 PV CONTRACT - PV INST
30004695 TITLE 1
00119246
05/14/13
3-91-43-1000-5630-89-000 PV CONTRACT - PV INST
C
259.98
259.98
21,531.18
21,531.18
2,760.14
2,760.14
20,556.86
20,556.86
Total Check:
0100080203
06/10/13
21881
PRAIRIEFIRE COFFEE ROASTERS
30004782 Regular and Decaf Coffee
00119247
529776
30004782 refund
00119248
1812088006
44,848.18
Total Check:
0100080204
06/10/13
20559
PROJECT LEAD THE WAY, INC
30004652 5- VEX POE KITS @ $1570.00 EACH
00119249
022979
3-31-81-1000-6190-00-082 NHS GIFT
94.95
114.70
114.70
-19.75
-19.75
7,850.00
7,850.00
Total Check:
0100080205
06/10/13
11274
PROPANE CENTRAL LLC
00119250
30004841 PROPANE BOTTLE FILL NHS
36472
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
7,850.00
Total Check:
24.93
24.93
24.93
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Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100080206
06/10/13
952
QUILL CORPORATION
2649127
00119252
30004769 78A TONER
2661086
00119253
30004769 TOENRS
2661184
00119254
30004769 TONER
2564397
00119255
30004769 TONERS & MARKERS
2597609
00119256
30004769 MISC. TOOLSHED ITEMS
2648341
00119263
2614809
00119258
2824813
00119251
30004708 Printer
3-91-42-1000-7390-88-000 EQUIPMENT YUVL
2694975
00119259
30004928 CLI-8 BLK INK
2923630
00119260
30004928 MISC INK & TONER
108635
00119261
30004928 CREDIT MEMO FOR DESK PLATES
195796
00119262
30004928 CREDIT FOR 78A TONERS
202893
00119257
30004928 CREDIT FOR Q6472A TONER
Total Check:
0100080207
06/10/13
588
READ NATURALLY INC
180758
00119264
30004709 Quick Phonics Screener
3-91-42-1000-6190-88-000 SUPPLIES YUVL
180758
00119264
30004709 Shipping/Handling (10%)
3-91-42-1000-6190-88-000 SUPPLIES YUVL
Total Check:
0100080208
06/10/13
1611
REALLY GOOD STUFF INC
4269466
00119265
30004813 MATH 24 GAME, TUG OF WAR, MARKERS,POST
3-06-75-1000-6190-45-003 SF 5TH GR SUPPLY
Total Check:
0100080209
06/10/13
10448
RENO COUNTY EDUCATION COOP #610
194
00119266
30004929 Vision Impaired Student Services
3-37-10-1000-5810-00-000 TCHR TRVL IN DIST
3-37-10-2130-3230-00-000 CONT HEALTH SERV
194
00119266
30004929 Vision Impaired Student Services
3-37-10-1000-5810-00-000 TCHR TRVL IN DIST
3-37-10-2130-3230-00-000 CONT HEALTH SERV
194
00119266
30004929 Student Related Mileage Reimbursement
3-37-10-1000-5810-00-000 TCHR TRVL IN DIST
3-37-10-2130-3230-00-000 CONT HEALTH SERV
194
00119266
30004929 Supplies
3-37-10-1000-5810-00-000 TCHR TRVL IN DIST
3-37-10-2130-3230-00-000 CONT HEALTH SERV
524.08
524.08
653.77
653.77
248.62
248.62
626.88
626.88
113.90
113.90
91.90
91.90
10.86
10.86
949.05
949.05
30.21
30.21
662.33
662.33
-10.86
-10.86
-524.08
-524.08
-101.36
-101.36
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
3,275.30
69.00
69.00
6.90
6.90
75.90
200.94
200.94
200.94
2,070.00
97.14
1,972.86
552.00
25.90
526.10
132.66
6.22
126.44
72.55
3.40
69.15
Total Check:
0100080210
06/10/13
19275
MICHAEL D. ROHRER
MAY 15, 2013
00119231
30004753 Banana Bikes for PE Class Activity
3-06-77-1000-6990-00-000 SUPPLIES MS INTERSCHOOL
2,827.21
Total Check:
0100080211
06/10/13
790
S & S WORLDWIDE
7710214
00119267
30004670 summer camp supplies
1,081.50
Total Check:
414.56
1,081.50
1,081.50
414.56
414.56
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Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Bank No 01
0100080212
06/10/13
26670
SANDCREEK BEHAVIORAL HEALTH GROUP LLC
00119268
HS 2013-05-01
30004884 Head Start Grant - Mental Health Consu
3-90-12-2190-5990-49-000 CONTRACT - MENTAL HEALTH
3,150.00
3,150.00
Total Check:
0100080213
06/10/13
5088
SCHAEFFER'S MFG CO
00119270
JX5302
30004859 0700 55 GALLON DRUM SUPREME 7000 SYN P
3-90-12-2740-6150-49-000 LUBRICANTS
00119269
JX5303
30004859 0700 55 GALLON DRUM SUPREME 7000 SYN P
3-06-20-2740-6150-00-000 LUBRICANTS
3,150.00
Total Check:
0100080214
06/10/13
3143
SCHOOL HEALTH CORPORATION
00119271
2683209-00
30004763 Welch Allyn MacroView Otoscope with Th
3-06-07-2130-6190-00-000 SUPPLIES - HEALTH
1,961.30
980.65
980.65
980.65
980.65
285.73
285.73
Total Check:
0100080215
06/10/13
2463
SCHOOL MATE
00119272
IN000367448
30004497 Primary Planners K, 1st, 2nd
285.73
Total Check:
0100080216
06/10/13
170
SCHOOL SPECIALTY, INC
00119274
208110366619
30004770 Fishing Pole, Ball Spots, Limbo Set
3-31-01-0190-0990-26-001 FAMILY FUN, FOOD & FITNESS WL&SC
00119274
208110366619
30004770 Inflating Needles
3-31-01-0190-0990-26-373 KS KIDS FITNESS DAY
522.50
Total Check:
0100080217
06/10/13
1632
SEDGWICK CO. ZOO
00119275
223558 Conf #
30004653 8th Grade Activity Day May 23, 2013
3-30-18-1000-6190-50-000 STUCO
116.26
522.50
522.50
113.60
113.60
2.66
2.66
(
Total Check:
0100080218
06/10/13
240
SHARPENING SPECIALISTS
00119276
52487
30004842 SHARPEN SAW BLADES
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
Status
Acct Amount
MAINT#
RD
Total Check:
0100080219
06/10/13
173
SHERWIN WILLIAMS CO
00119278
8951-2
30004930 PAINT SUMMER CREW MAINT# 1009 JW
3-06-09-2620-6190-09-002 SUPPLIES-MAINT
Total Check:
0100080220
06/10/13
369
SOMERS ROBB AND ROBB
00119282
21389
30004764 GENERAL LEGAL MATTERS
3-07-00-2310-3350-00-000 LEGAL FEES
00119280
21389
30004764 FAX, COPIES, POSTAGE
3-07-00-2310-3350-00-000 LEGAL FEES
00119280
21389
30004764 FEES TO KLENDA AUSTERMANN LLC
3-07-00-2310-3350-00-000 LEGAL FEES
00119280
21389
30004764 FEES TO KLENDA AUSTERMANN LLC
3-07-00-2310-3350-00-000 LEGAL FEES
00119279
21390
30004764 NEGOTIATIONS
3-07-00-2310-3330-00-000 NEGOTIATION EXPENSES
00119281
21390
30004764 FAX, POSTAGE, COPIER
3-07-00-2310-3330-00-000 NEGOTIATION EXPENSES
Total Check:
0100080221
06/10/13
95
SOUTHWEST PLAINS REGIONAL SERVICE CENTER
00119283
020909
30004904 Travel expense for Kelly Gillespie for
3-15-00-2210-3210-00-000 CONSULTANTS
Total Check:
0100080222
06/10/13
25267
THE BOOKSOURCE INC
00119284
229749
30004173 books
3-21-31-1000-6190-64-000 TITLE I SUPPLIES - NR
00119285
230577
30004173 books
3-21-31-1000-6190-64-000 TITLE I SUPPLIES - NR
924.00
924.00
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
924.00
26.50
26.50
26.50
221.45
221.45
221.45
2,470.00
2,470.00
345.60
345.60
4,643.39
4,643.39
2,586.91
2,586.91
2,080.00
2,080.00
83.40
83.40
12,209.30
209.83
209.83
209.83
1,063.90
1,063.90
77.80
77.80
Total Check:
C
1,141.70
34
Report Date
06/06/13 10:11 AM
Page No
Newton USD #373
FPREG02A
Check Key
Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Status
Acct Amount
Bank No 01
0100080223
06/10/13
14826
THE KIPLINGER TAX LETTER
JUNE 2013
00119286
30004798 1 YEAR SUBSCRIPTION TO "THE KIPLINGER
Total Check:
0100080224
06/10/13
2638
TOLEDO PHYSICAL EDUCATION SUPPLY INC
169590-01
00119294
30004755 Official Corner Flags 4/set
3-31-60-1000-6190-00-002 ACTION FOR HEALTH KIDS GRANT
3-31-60-1000-6190-00-003 HEALTHY HABITS FOR LIFE GRANT
159590-00
00119295
30004755 Katch-A-Basket
159590-00
00119293
30004755 101 Classroom Games
159590-00
00119293
30004755 Team Relay Puzzles
159590-00
00119287
30004755 Kids MyPlate Poster
159590-00
00119287
30004755 Floor Tape 1" Red
159590-00
00119287
30004755 Order Discount Per Quote 169590-00
169381-00
00119288
30004621 Summer Latchkey Sports Camp Equipment
169381-01
00119289
169381-02
00119290
169381-04
00119291
169381-05
00119292
Total Check:
0100080225
06/10/13
1435
UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS CENTER FOR RESEARCH
JULY 24-25, 201330004516 Dynamic Learning Maps: Explore and Le
00119297
3-37-10-2210-5820-00-000 STAFF DEVELOPMENT
Total Check:
0100080226
06/10/13
4143
VERNIER SOFTWARE & TECHNOLOGY
5099925
00119298
30004694 Software & tech supplies
3-91-42-1000-6190-88-000 SUPPLIES YUVL
Total Check:
0100080227
06/10/13
2004
WALMART COMMUNITY
03420
00119302
30004843 Ag camp supplies
3-31-68-1000-6190-00-003 WALTON FARMERS MARKET
09216
00119301
30004785 Paint,pencils,watercolor,beads,canvas
09187
00119300
30004843 Ag camp supplies
3-31-68-1000-6190-00-003 WALTON FARMERS MARKET
02077
00119299
30004392 Supplies
3-31-64-1000-6190-00-000 SUPPLIES NR TCHR
Total Check:
38.00
38.00
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
38.00
117.99
1.07
.67
116.25
79.98
.72
.46
78.80
16.99
.15
.10
16.74
59.99
.55
.34
59.10
14.99
.13
.09
14.77
3.99
.04
.02
3.93
-31.00
-.28
-.18
-30.54
2,473.01
2,473.01
46.78
46.78
413.99
413.99
128.64
128.64
356.36
356.36
3,681.71
400.00
400.00
400.00
3,034.09
3,034.09
3,034.09
105.62
105.62
342.48
342.48
21.30
21.30
126.89
126.89
596.29
35
Report Date
06/06/13 10:11 AM
Page No
Newton USD #373
FPREG02A
Check Key
Date Paid
Claim No
Invoice No
Vendor
PO No
Description
Amount Paid
Bank No 01
0100080228
06/10/13
196
WALTON CITY OF
00119303
05/30/13
30004905 WALTON RURAL LIFE CENTER SEWER SERVICE
00119303
05/30/13
30004905 WALTON RURAL LIFE CENTER WATER SERVICE
3-07-09-2620-4110-09-001 WATER
00119303
05/30/13
30004905 WALTON RURAL LIFE CENTER GAS SERVICES
3-07-09-2620-6210-09-000 GAS HEATING
50.00
50.00
283.10
283.10
129.01
129.01
Total Check:
0100080229
06/10/13
3713
U.S. POSTAL SERVICE
00119296
07/1/13-6/30/14 30004939 WALTON RURAL LIFE CENTER PO BOX RENTAL
3-06-00-2320-5310-00-000 POSTAGE DIST
462.11
Total Check:
0100080230
06/10/13
3255
WASTE CONNECTIONS, INC.
00119304
8787239
30004943 CHISHOLM REFUSE SERVICE 6/1-6/14/13
106.00
Total Check:
0100080231
06/10/13
1278
WENGER OIL CO INC
00119305
05129
30004906 MAINT FUEL PURCHASES
3-06-09-2650-6240-09-000 GASOLINE & DIESEL FUEL
00119305
05129
30004906 BUSES FUEL PURCHASES
3-06-20-2720-6240-00-000 MOTOR FUEL
00119305
05129
30004906 SPEC ED FUEL PURCHASES
3-17-20-2720-6240-00-000 MOTOR FUEL
00119305
05129
30004906 HEADSTART FUEL PURCHASES
3-90-12-2720-6240-49-000 MOTOR FUEL
Total Check:
0100080232
06/10/13
23817
WINDSTREAM COMMUNICATIONS, INC
00119306
12765160
30004861 #4220331 MANAGED INTERNET SERVICES
Total Check:
0100080233
06/10/13
101
XEROX CORPORATION
00119307
067503224
30004940 NET BILLABLE PRINTS- METER 1
3-06-81-2220-6410-00-810 LIBRARY-SENIOR HIGH
Total Check:
0100080234
06/10/13
25674
YOUTHVILLE FINANCE DEPARTMENT
00119308
17415
30004862 EBY LEASE AGREEMENT JUNE 2013/FINAL
3-37-10-2610-4410-00-000 EBY LEASE
106.00
106.00
61.16
61.16
638.21
638.21
8,601.60
8,601.60
1,506.21
1,506.21
581.48
581.48
2,298.79
2,298.79
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
C
Computer
2,298.79
8.56
8.56
8.56
2,400.00
2,400.00
Total Bank:
526,978.63
.00
526,978.63
Total ACH Checks (Including Voids)
.00
Total Computer Voids
.00
Total Hand Voids
Total ACH Voids
.00
.00
Grand Total:
Computer
11,327.50
2,400.00
Total Computer Checks (Including Voids)
C
61.16
Total Check:
Total Hand Checks (Including Voids)
Number of Checks:
Status
Acct Amount
526,978.63
250
36
Report Date
06/06/13 10:11 AM
Newton USD #373
Check Key
Maximum
Minimum
0100079888
0100079885
0100080145
0100080190
0100079892
0100080062
0100080041
0100079887
0100079889
0100080098
0100080062
0100080106
0100079886
0100080035
0100079908
0100079885
0100080134
0100079891
0100079896
0100080233
0100080232
0100080145
0100080190
0100080161
0100080221
0100080231
0100080223
0100080120
0100080222
0100080149
0100080217
0100080227
0100080140
0100080234
0100080198
0100080134
0100080231
0100080226
Page No
37
FPREG02A
Total Claim By Fund
For The Month Of JUN
Fund
06
07
11
12
14
15
17
19
20
21
28
30
31
36
37
41
80
90
91
Description
GENERAL FUND
LOCAL OPTION
VIRTUAL EDUCATION
DRIVERS EDUCATION
FOOD SERVICE
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOP
NEWTON SPECIAL EDUCATI
VOCATIONAL
ADD TO VOCATIONAL
AT-RISK
TEXTBOOK RENTAL
CMS ACTIVITY FUND
GIFTS & GRANTS
UNITED METHODIST HEALTH MIN GRANT
SPECIAL EDUCATION COOP
CAPITAL OUTLAY
EMPLYRS FIXED CHRG RVL
HEADSTART
TITLE I
Total All Fund
I certify that there is sufficient money available within the combined
funds for the purpose included on the attached check register for:
Payment Amount
184,355.13
107,980.09
21,057.85
94.50
32,697.75
7,013.32
28,992.04
20,151.07
934.23
14,887.88
4,144.67
1,908.57
17,203.43
280.04
9,238.54
1,343.70
10,000.00
11,535.06
53,160.76
526,978.63
Report Date 06/06/13 10:08 AM
Newton USD #373
Page No
Void Summary Check Register
FPREG03A
Bank
No
Check
No
Vendor No/Name
Type
Date
01
00079803
919
MIDWEST SEWING CENTER INC
C
05/13/13
01
00079808
27790
NATIONAL AUTISM RESOURCES INC
C
05/13/13
Fund
19
37
Grand Total
1
Account
Per Voided
Account
Period
212.50
11
11
78.99
11
11
Amount Paid
Fund Amount
212.50
78.99
291.49
ITEMS FOR DECISION
3. Approval of Revisions to the 2013-14 Handbooks for Cooper Early Education
Center, Elementary, Santa 5/6, Chisholm Middle and Newton High School
The administration recommends the approval of the Cooper Early Education Center, Elementary, Santa
Fe 5/6, Chisholm Middle and Newton High School handbooks as presented.
Board Action
I move to approve the Cooper Early Education Center, Elementary, Santa Fe 5/6, Chisholm Middle and
Newton High School handbooks as presented.
2013-2014
Cooper Early
Education Center
Handbook
816 Oak
Newton, KS 67114-3846
316-284-6510
Vision: All young children and their families will receive early learning experiences necessary for their success as contributors to society.
Mission: To provide a safe environment and quality learning
experiences for young children and their families to promote
life-long learning
Welcome
We are delighted that your child will be part of our Preschool Programs. We hope that this year will be a happy
and exciting experience for your child.
Beginning preschool is an important step. Every child is
special; with special needs, special interests and special
characteristics. Your child is important to you and
important to us. We believe that parents are the primary
educators of their children. It is our task to work as
partners with you to help your child grow, learn, and
develop.
Cooper is more than a preschool for your children. Our
services are for the family; parents and children. We believe parents are their child’s first and most important
teacher and role model. Parenting young children is filled
with a lot of joy and can be exhausting and overwhelming
at times. To be the best parent you can be, you have to
take time for yourself!
We hope this handbook will help you and your child to
adjust to this new school experience.
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EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS
Classes are Monday thru Friday.
Check with your Family Consultant or Teacher.
The classroom/center telephone number is:__________
My child’s teacher is: ___________________________
Our Family Consultant is: ________________________
Our Family Consultant’s telephone number is: ________
The telephone number for Cooper is: 316-284-6510
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USD 373 Schools
Northridge Elementary School
1900 Windsor Dr Newton KS 67114
Principal: Arthur Whillock
316 284-6540
Toll Free 877-840-4138
Email Address: awhilloc@newton.k12.ks.us
Slate Creek Elementary School
Cooper Early Education Center
901 E 4th Newton KS 67114
Principal: Kevin Neuenswander
(Servicing Harvey County)
316 284-6550
Toll Free 877-840-4139
Email Address:kneuensw@newton.k12.ks.us
South Breeze Elementary School
1020 Old Main Newton KS 67114
Principal: Jan Plummer
Toll Free 877-840-4140
Email Address: jplummer@newton.k12.ks.us
Sunset Elementary School
Programs
Ages Served
USD #373
Preschool
3-5 year
olds
Parents as
Teachers
(PAT)
Infant/Toddler
Services
Prenatal – 3
year olds
0-3 year
olds
Home
Visits
How
often?
Yes
As
Needed
Yes
As
Needed
Yes
As
Needed
Operating
Months
Health
Services
Group
Meetings
School
Year
Yes
Yes
Year
Round
Yes
Year
Round
Yes
619 Boyd Newton KS 67114
Principal: Janet Weaver
316 284-6570
Toll Free 877-840-4141
Email Address: jweaver@newton.k12.ks.us
Walton Rural Life Charter School
No
620-837-3161
502 Main PO Box 140 Walton KS 67151
Toll Free 866-837-3161
Principal: Natise Vogt
Email Address: nvogt@newton.k12.ks.us
Chisholm Middle School
900 E 1st Newton KS 67114
Principal: Vicki Rivero
316 284-6260
Toll Free 877-840-4135
Email Address: vrivero@newton.k12.ks.us
Santa Fe Middle School
Yes
316 284-6560
130 W Broadway Newton KS 67114
Principal: George Leary
316 284-6270
Toll Free 877-840-4136
Email Address: gleary@newton.k12.ks.us
Newton High School
900 W 12th Newton KS 67114
Principal: Ken Rickard
316 284-6280
Toll Free 877-840-4137
Email Address: krickard@newton.k12.ks.us
Special Education Cooperative
Director: Mitchell Neuenschwander
316 284-6580
Email Address:mneuensc@newton.k12.ks.us
District Office
Superintendent: Dr. Deborah Hamm
316 284-6200
Email Address: dhamm@newton.k12.ks.us
316 284-6510
816 Oak Newton KS 67114
Assistant Director of Special Ed: Mary Beasley
Email Address: mbeasley@newton.k12.ks.us
Early Childhood Director: Jason Chalashtari
Email Address: jchalash@newton.k12.ks.us
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Any electronic device designed to discharge immobilizing levels of
electricity, commonly known as a stun gun.
Our Philosophy for Preschool
We believe:
Penalties for Possession
Possession of a firearm or other weapon or facsimile of a weapon
shall result in expulsion from school for a period of one calendar year,
except the superintendent may recommend this expulsion requirement be modified on a case-by-case basis (see JDC). Possession of
a facsimile of a weapon may result in suspension or expulsion. Expulsion hearings for possession of a weapon shall be conducted by the
superintendent or the superintendent’s designee.
Students violating this policy shall be reported to the appropriate law
enforcement agency(ies) and if a juvenile to SRS or the Commissioner of Juvenile Justice.
Revised: September 7, 1999, July 12, 2001, May 19, 2003, August 23, 2004
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that children should be valued as individuals;
that children need to feel safe and supported all the
time,
that PLAYING and TALKING are the ways in which
young children learn about themselves and the world
around them;
that learning should be meaningful and fun;
that children need to be actively involved in learning;
that children learn through hands-on experiences;
that children learn through taking risks, making mistakes and celebrating success;
that what children CAN DO rather than what children
cannot do are the starting points in their learning;
that the process of learning is more important than
the end product;
that children develop their Social, Emotional, Physical
and Cognitive skills at differing rates;
that all aspects of a child’s development are equally
important and interwoven;
that children need to develop a sense of responsibility
for their own learning;
that children who are encouraged to think for themselves are more likely to act independently;
that children learn from everything that happens to
them and do not naturally separate their learning into
subjects;
that parents are the first educators of children and
have a vital part to play in the establishment of their
child’s learning environment.
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Appendix E
Life at Preschool
When you visit your child’s Preschool, you will see a room
full of children learning through play. The chart below lists
some of the concepts and skills children learn through
play.
Weapons
A student shall not knowingly possess, handle or transmit any object
that can reasonably be considered a weapon at school, on school
property or at a school-sponsored event. This shall include any
weapon, any item being used as a weapon or destructive device, or
any facsimile of a weapon.
When Children Do This:
They are Learning To:
Definition of Weapons and Destructive Devices
Use blocks and wooden animals to
create a zoo
Recreate the world around them
(Geography and Social Studies)
As used in this policy, the term “weapon” and/or destruction device
shall include, but shall not be limited to:
Separate cups and plates at cleanup Group objects in categories (Math)
time
Finish a puzzle
Complete a task (Study Habits and
Self-Esteem)
Gather paper, scissors and glue for Plan and carry out a task (Study
a project
Habits and Independence)
Draw a picture
Use symbols (Reading/Writing)
Pour without spilling
Use their small muscle skills
(Physical Coordination)
Scribble on paper
Use writing as a means of communication (reading and writing)
Listen to a story and talk about
what happened
Love books, remember details and
express ideas (Language Development)
Sing or do a finger play with the
other children and the teacher
Participate cooperatively in a group
(Social Skills)
Find ways of moving across the rug Think creatively to solve problems
without their feet touching it
(Independence and Problem Solving)
Climb on outdoor equipment
Use their bodies in challenging
tasks (self-esteem) (R/W Readiness)
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Any weapon which will or is designed to or may readily be converted
to expel a projectile by the action of an explosive;
The frame or receiver of any weapon described in the preceding
example;
Any firearm muffler or firearm silencer;
Any explosive, incendiary, or poison gas (a) bomb, (b) grenade, (c)
rocket having a propellant charge of more than four ounces, (d) missile having an explosive or incendiary charge of more than ¼ ounce,
(e) mine, or (f) similar device;
Any weapon which will, or which may be readily converted to, expel
a projectile by the action of an explosive or other propellant, and
which has any barrel with a bore of more than ½ inch in diameter;
Any combination of parts either designed or intended for use in converting any device into any destructive device described in the two
immediately preceding examples, and from which a destructive device may be readily assembled;
Any bludgeon, sandclub, metal knuckles, or throwing star;
Any knife, commonly referred to as a switchblade, which has a blade
that opens automatically by hand pressure applied to a button,
spring or other device in the handle of the knife, or any knife having
a blade that opens or falls or is ejected into position by the force of
gravity or by an outward, downward or centrifugal thrust or movement;
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To the extent possible, confidentiality will be maintained throughout
the investigation of a complaint. The desire for confidentiality must be
balanced with the district’s obligation to conduct a thorough investigation, to take appropriate corrective action or to provide due process to
the accused.
The filing of a complaint or otherwise reporting sexual harassment
shall not reflect upon the individual’s status or grades. Any act of retaliation against any person who has filed a complaint or testified, assisted, or participated in an investigation of a sexual harassment complaint is prohibited. Any person who retaliates is subject to immediate
disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion for a student or termination of employment for an employee.
False or malicious complaints of sexual harassment may result in corrective or disciplinary action against the complainant.
A summary of this policy and related materials shall be posted in each
district facility. The policy shall also be published in student, parent
and employee handbooks as directed by the district compliance coordinator.
Approved: March 2, 1998
Revised: April 5, 1999
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Absences, Appointments, Arrival and Departure Times ………... 7
Bullying ………………………………………………………………. 7
Accidents and Health Insurance…………………………………… 7
Asbestos………………………………………...…………………… 8
Clothing ……………………………………………………………… 8
Crisis Information ………………………………………………...… 8
Discipline …...……………...………………………………………….8
Playground Supervision …………………………………………… 9
Drug-Free Policy…………………………………………………...… 9
Emergency Numbers………………………………………………… 9
Enrollment Regulations……………………………………………… 9
Health Issues………………………………………………………… 10
Contagious Diseases………………………………………………….11
Health & Nutrition ……………………………………………………..12
Volunteers …………………………………………………………… 13
Policy Council & Parent Committees ……………………………….13
Safe School Hotline………………………………………………… 14
Severe Weather………………………………………………………..14
Sexual Harassment Policy……………………………………………14
Special Education Referral……………………………………………15
Education Disability Service, Social Service & Mental Health…… 15
Pets………………………………………………………………………16
Racial Harassment Policy……………………………………………..16
Record Management………………………………………………… 16
Telephone……………………………………………………………… 18
Treasures from Home………………………………………………… 18
Visiting the School…………………………………………………….. 18
Weapons……………………………………………………………….. 18
Withdrawals and Transfers………………………………………...… 18
Transportation ………………………………………………………… 19
Punctuality………………………………………………………………19
Appendix ………………………………………………………………. 20
USD Schools Directory ……………………………………………… .32
APPENDIX*
*(For more information on the subjects below consult the Board of Education
Policy Manual)
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
29
Discipline ……………………………………………………
22
Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)………… 23
Racial Harassment Policy …………………………………….. 24
Sexual Harassment Policy ……………………………………. 27
Weapons Policy ……………………………………………….. 30
6
Absences, Appointments, Arrival and Department Times
 Children should arrive at school no earlier than five minutes before starting time. We cannot provide supervision for students
prior to this time.
 Children should not play on school grounds before or after school.
 All absences must be called into the school office.
 Parents should report to the office when picking children up for
appointments during school hours.
 If your child will be leaving school early, please call the office.
 If you are going on vacation or your child is ill, please contact the
school and let us know. An unexplained absence of two weeks
may mean that your child’s position is given to another child on
our waiting list.
 The Preschool Programs meet five days a week (Monday through
Friday, see preschool calendar for dates of operation.) Each session lasts for three hours and 15 minutes. During the preschool
day, children participate in a rich variety of activities during which
they experience many opportunities for learning. AM classes
begin at 8:15 and are dismissed at 11:30. PM classes begin
at 12:45 and are dismissed at 4:00.
Bullying Policy (JDDC, Approved 9-08)
 The board of education prohibits bullying and cyber-bullying in
any form, including electronic means, on or while using school
property, in a school vehicle or at a school-sponsored activity or
event. The administration shall propose, and the board shall review and approve a plan to address bullying on school property,
in a school vehicle or at a school-sponsored activity or event.
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The plan shall include provisions for the training and education of
staff members and students and shall include appropriate community involvement as approved by the board. Students who
have bullied others in violation of this policy may be subject to
disciplinary action, up to and including suspension and expulsion.
If appropriate, students who violate the bullying prohibition shall
be reported to local law enforcement
Accidents and Health Insurance
 The school is not responsible for accidents occurring on school
property. Pupils are to be taken to their physician for treatment
by the parent or other designated persons.
 The school district does not purchase accident insurance to cover
injuries incurred by your child at school.
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The district encourages all victims of sexual harassment and persons with knowledge of such harassment to report the harassment
immediately. The district will promptly investigate all complaints of
sexual harassment and take prompt corrective action to end harassment.
Any student who believes that he or she has been subjected to sexual harassment should discuss the alleged harassment with the
building principal, another administrator, the guidance counselor, or
another certified staff member. Any school employee who receives
a complaint of sexual harassment from a student shall inform the
student of the employee’s obligation to report the complaint and any
proposed resolution of the complaint to the building principal. If the
building principal is the alleged harasser, the complaint shall be reported to the district compliance coordinator. The building principal
or district compliance coordinator shall discuss the complaint with
the student to determine if it can be resolved. If the matter is not
resolved to the satisfaction of the student in this meeting, the student may initiate a formal complaint under the district’s discrimination complaint procedure. (See KN).
Complaints received will be investigated to determine whether, under the totality of the circumstances, the alleged behavior constitutes
sexual harassment under the definition outlined above. Unacceptable student conduct may or may not constitute sexual harassment,
depending on the nature of the conduct and its severity, pervasiveness and persistence. Behaviors which are unacceptable but do not
constitute harassment may provide grounds for discipline under the
code of student conduct.
An employee who witnesses an act of sexual harassment shall report the incident to the building principal. Employees who fail to report complaints or incidents of sexual harassment to appropriate
school officials may face disciplinary action. School administrators
who fail to investigate and take appropriate corrective action in response to complaints of sexual harassment may also face disciplinary action.
When a complaint contains evidence of criminal activity or child
abuse, the building coordinator or district coordinator shall report
such conduct to the appropriate law enforcement or SRS authorities.
(See GAAD).
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Appendix D
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Sexual Harassment
The board of education is committed to providing a positive and productive learning and working environment. Sexual harassment shall
not be tolerated in the school district. Sexual harassment of employees or students of the district by board members, administrators, certificated and support personnel, students, vendors, and any others
having business or other contact with the school district is strictly prohibited.
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Sexual harassment is unlawful discrimination of the basis of sex under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil
Rights Act of 1964, and the Kansas Acts Against Discrimination. All
forms of sexual harassment are prohibited at school, on school property, and at all school-sponsored activities, programs or events. Sexual harassment against individuals associated with the school is prohibited, whether or not the harassment occurs on school grounds.
It shall be a violation of this policy for any student, employee or third
party (visitor, vendor, etc.) to sexually harass any student, employee
or other individual associated with the school. It shall further be a
violation for any employee to discourage a student from filing a complaint, or to fail to investigate or refer for investigation, any complaint
lodged under the provisions of this policy.
Sexual harassment is unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other inappropriate oral, written or physical conduct of
a sexual nature when made by a member of the school staff to a student or when made by any student to another student when: (1) submission to such conduct is made, explicitly or implicitly, a term or condition of the individual's education; (2) submission to or rejection of
such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for academic decisions affecting that individual; or (3) such conduct has the purpose or
effect of interfering with an individual's academic or professional performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive academic
environment. Sexual harassment may result from verbal or physical
conduct or written or graphic material. Sexual harassment may include, but is not limited to: verbal harassment or abuse; pressure for
sexual activity; repeated remarks to a person, with sexual or demeaning implication; unwelcome touching; or suggesting or demanding
sexual involvement accompanied by implied or explicit threats concerning a student's grades, participation in extra-curricular activities,
etc.
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We encourage all families to have accident coverage on their
children, prior to participation in any school-sponsored activity.
Health insurance is available to qualified families through KanCare, a state insurance program. Information may be attained in
the office.
Asbestos
The school district has completed its second three-year reinspection
of all buildings as required by AHERA and six-month surveillance
inspections. It is our intent to not only comply with, but exceed federal, state, and local regulations concerning asbestos. We plan on
taking whatever steps are necessary to insure that your children and
our employees have a healthy, safe environment in which to learn
and work. In April, 1996, we received compliance inspection from
the Environmental Protection Agency.
Copies of all of the district’s asbestos inspection reports and management plans are available from Mr. Robert Drake, Maintenance
Supervisor. All inquiries regarding the plan(s) should be directed to
him at the Service Center at 100 S Evans (telephone: 316 2846500).
Clothing
Please dress your child in clothing that is easily washed so that they
may enjoy the activities provided. Since these activities include
clay, painting, sand and water play, do not ask your child to “stay
clean” as this will inhibit participation. A spare set of clothes may be
sent for emergencies. Please label spare clothing.
Crisis Information
Go to the district website, www.newton.k12.ks.us.
Discipline
The preschool rules and discipline policy are very basic yet extremely important to ensure safe, fun, and effective learning for everyone.
The rules are posted in each classroom and reviewed often with the
children. Parental support and follow-through are imperative to any
successful discipline program.
Should misbehavior become persistent, parents will be called to assist in identifying the problem, contributing factors, and to help develop a plan of action for changing the behavior. It is important that
parents work with the staff to affect behavior changes when appropriate
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Playground Supervision:
Staff will move around frequently and position themselves in order to
observe the entire group. The playground will receive a daily check to
make certain the area is free of any harmful debris or equipment
breakage.
To the extent possible confidentiality will be maintained throughout
the investigation of a complaint. The desire for confidentiality must
be balanced with the district’s obligation to conduct a thorough investigation, to take appropriate corrective action or to provide due
process to the accused.
Drug-Free Policy
See Appendix Section.
The filing of a complaint or otherwise reporting racial harassment
shall not reflect upon the student’s status or grades. Any act of retaliation against any person who has filed a complaint or testified,
assisted, or participated in an investigation of a racial harassment
complaint is prohibited.
Emergency Numbers
 You must provide your school with emergency phone numbers in the event your child becomes ill or is injured at
school and requires your presence.
 Please remember to notify the school of any change of address or
telephone number.
Any person who retaliates is subject to immediate disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion for a student or termination of
employment for an employee.
Enrollment Regulations
State law requires that every student who enrolls in school for the first
time must provide proof of identity within 30 days after enrollment.
False or malicious complaints of racial harassment may result in
corrective or disciplinary action against the complainant.
Preschool enrollees who have not attended school, must provide one
of the following:
 A certified copy of the birth certificate or birth registration card
(hospital certificate will not be accepted.)
 A certified copy of a court order placing the child in custody of the
secretary of social and rehabilitation services.
A summary of this policy and related materials shall be available in
each district facility. The policy shall also be published in student,
parent and employee handbooks as directed by the district compliance coordinator.
Approved: April 5, 1999
Revised: June 27, 2012
We are asking for your written consent to allow video tape taken on
the district’s school buses and at other locations that may include your
child to be viewed by other children, parents and appropriate officials
as deemed necessary in the administration of the school system and
its disciplinary procedures. (See signature line on enrollment form).
You may view any tapes kept by the district containing your child upon written request to the transportation department.
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The district encourages all victims of racial harassment and persons
with knowledge of such harassment to report the harassment immediately. The district will promptly investigate all compliance of racial
harassment and take prompt corrective action to end the harassment.
Any student who believes he or she has been subject to racial harassment or has witnessed an act of alleged racial harassment, should
discuss the alleged harassment with the building principal, another
administrator, the guidance counselor, or another certified staff member. Any school employee who receives a complaint of racial harassment from a student shall inform the student of the employee’s obligation to report the complaint and any proposed resolution of the complaint to the building principal. If the building principal is the alleged
harasser, the complaint shall be reported to the district compliance
coordinator. The building principal shall discuss the complaint with
the student to determine if it can be resolved. If the matter is not resolved to the satisfaction of the student in this meeting, the student
may initiate a formal complaint under the district’s discrimination complaint procedure (see KN).
Complaints received will be investigated to determine whether, under
the totality of the circumstances, the alleged behavior constitutes racial harassment under the definition outlined above. Unacceptable
student conduct may or may not constitute racial harassment, depending on the nature of the conduct and its severity, pervasiveness
and persistence. Behaviors which are unacceptable but do not constitute harassment may provide grounds for discipline under the code
of student conduct. The discipline of a student for violation of any
provision of the code of student conduct may be enhanced if the conduct is racially motivated.
An employee who witnesses an act of racial harassment shall report
the incident to the building principal. Employees who fail to report
complaints or incidents of racial harassment to appropriate school
officials may face disciplinary action. School administrators who fail
to investigate and take appropriate corrective action in response to
complaints of racial harassment may also face disciplinary action.
When a complaint contains evidence of criminal activity or child
abuse, the compliance coordinator shall report such conduct to the
appropriate law enforcement or SRS authorities. (See GAAD).
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Health Issues
 The school must have up-to-date medical information regarding
chronic health problems.
 If your child has asthma, food allergies, diabetes, seizure disorder or is taking medication regularly, please notify the school
nurse.
 In some cases, a release of information that allows the nurse to
communicate with the child’s doctor in the event of an emergency or to provide feedback about a medication’s effectiveness
may be requested.
 Over-the-counter medications may be given with signed permission from parents. (Forms available in school office.)
 Hearing, vision, speech and language screenings are done regularly at selected grades. If screening results indicate a concern
or problem, parents will be notified.
 If a student is found to have live lice while at school, the parent
or emergency contact person will be contacted to come to take
the child home for treatment. The child will be excluded from the
classroom until treatment has occurred. The family consultant or
nurse at the center will contact the family for completion of treatment at home. This completion of treatment will include checking all family members & contacts for lice, treating the environment with a variety of topical treatments proven to be effective
against head lice. Nits should be removed from the child’s head.
Oral and written information is given to the student’s family to
finish treatment prior to returning to school. This process should
not take an extended amount of time.
WHAT IF MY CHILD IS SICK?
A child must be free from fever, diarrhea, or vomiting for at
least 24 hours without the use of any fever, diarrhea or vomiting reducing medicine before returning to school.
If your child becomes ill while at the center, you will be called to pick
up your child or take your child home from playgroups. A child
should not come to the center or attend an event if one of the following conditions exists:
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diarrhea more than one time within a 24 hour period (one day)
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severe coughing when the child gets red or blue in the face or
makes high-pitched croup or whooping sounds after coughing
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difficult or rapid breathing
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yellowish eyes or skin
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head lice or nits
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unusual spots or rashes
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sore throat or trouble swallowing
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unusually dark, tea-colored urine
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gray, white or black bowel movement
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headache and stiff neck
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infected skin patch(es)-- crusty, bright yellow, dry or gummy areas
of the skin
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severe itching or scratching of the body or scalp
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pinkeye (eye irritation with swelling and/or discharge of pus from
eye)
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fever above 101 degrees Fahrenheit orally or 100 degrees or
higher under the arm
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vomiting more than once within a 24 hour period (one day)
CONTAGIOUS INFECTIONS/DISEASES
When a child is ill due to a contagious infection or disease, a doctor’s
written release may be requested before the child returns to Cooper
Programs for school/child care or to attend socializations.
Children cannot attend school/child care or socialize for a certain period of time if diagnosed with certain diseases or conditions:
The child may not return to school/child care if they have the following conditions until:
SCARLET FEVER/STREP INFECTIONS - 24 hours after the start of
treatment and fever free for 24 hours.
CHICKEN POX- all pox has been crusted over with no new pox appearing.
IMPETIGO–24 hours after treatment from healthcare provider has
begun.
HEAD LICE –treatment has started and all nits (eggs) have been removed. State regulations require that students who are infested with
head lice (pediculosis) be excluded from school until they have been
treated with an adequate pediculicide(headlice treatment). If a student
is found to have live lice while at school, the parent or emergency
contact person will be contacted to come to take the child home for
treatment.
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Appendix C
Racial Harassment Policy
The board of education is committed to providing a positive and productive learning and working environment, free from discrimination,
including harassment, on the basis of race, color or national origin.
Discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color or national
origin (“racial harassment”) shall not be tolerated in the school district. Racial harassment of employees or students of the district by
board members, administrators, certificated and support personnel,
students, vendors, and any others having business or other contact
with the school district is strictly prohibited.
Racial harassment is unlawful discrimination on the basis of race,
color or national origin under Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act
of 1964, and the Kansas Acts Against Discrimination. All forms of
racial harassment are prohibited at school, on school property, and
at all school-sponsored activities, programs or events. Racial harassment against individual associated with the school is prohibited,
whether or not the harassment occurs on school grounds.
It shall be a violation of this policy for any student, employee or third
party (visitor, vendor, etc.) to racially harass any student, employee
or other individual associated with the school. It shall further be violated for any employees to discourage a student from filing a complaint, or to fail to investigate or refer for investigation, any complaint
lodged under the provisions of this policy.
Racial Harassment is racially motivated conduct which:
 Affords a student different treatment, solely on the basis of race,
color or national origin, in a manner which interferes with or limits the ability of the student to participate in or benefit from the
services, activities or programs of the school;
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Is sufficiently severe, pervasive or persistent so as to have the
purpose or effect of creating a hostile academic environment; or
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Is sufficiently severe, pervasive or persistent so as to have the
purpose or effect of interfering with a student’s academic performance or ability to participate in or benefit from the services,
activities or programs of the school.
Racial harassment may result from verbal or physical conduct or
written graphic material.
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Appendix B
Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
The educational records of your child are covered under law. As a
parent you have rights regarding these records. On November 19,
1974, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 became
law. Under this law, the parents and students enrolled in any educational institution receiving federal funds are given certain rights concerning the educational records of their children.
1. Types of Educational Records Maintained: The types of educational records regularly maintained and directly related to each
student include the following:
a. medical and health information;
b. date of school entry;
c. school grades and credits;
d. transcripts from previous schools attended;
e. school-wide test results.
2. Parent or Eligible Student Access to Records: You are entitled to
have access to the educational records for your inspection and
review.
3. Access to Records: The following persons, organizations, agencies or institutions who have a legitimate interest may have access to the educational records of each student:
4. Access/Purpose
a. School Staff/Educational, social, personal development
b. Other Schools/Student seeks or intends to enroll
c. Authorized representatives/Fulfillment of legal requirements
of Federal and State Agencies
d. Institutions or agencies/In connection with financial aid for
student
e. State and local officials/Information required to be reported by
state statute
f. Accrediting organizations/Accreditation
g. Parents of a dependent student/Parent information
h. Courts/To comply with the law
Before any educational records will be released to anyone other
than those parties specified above, written consent to said release must be provided.
RING WORM – After treatment from a healthcare provider.
FEVER –fever is gone for 24 hours without using fever control medication.
VOMITING –vomiting has stopped for 24 hours without the use of
anti-vomiting medications.
DIARRHEA –loose/watery stools have stopped for 24 hours
PINK EYE –24 hours after medication has been started and there is
no drainage from eyes.
Health: Taking care of health problems early is important so we require a current physical and up-to-date immunizations on all children. Head Start children are required to have a yearly dental exam
and follow up treatment.
Nutrition: Meal time is part of the day’s activities at Cooper. Children in classrooms may receive breakfast/morning snack, lunch,
and afternoon snack every day. Parents are expected to make suggestions for meals and snacks and learn about nutrition, meal planning and food safety.
Because of health and sanitation regulations, parents are not allowed to bring food for classroom children or Cooper Staff.
If a family does bring food to the classroom or staff, it will not be
served.
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Volunteers
Head Start, a Federally Funded Program, is one of our major funding
sources that allows us to offer free pre-school to Harvey County families. This grant requires a 25% match of funds through local resources. This is where we turn to our families to help! Every hour
that you spend volunteering in our program translates into dollars toward our match.
Here are some ways you can volunteer:
- In the classroom (arrange with your student’s teacher)
- Run for Policy Council
- Participate in Committees
- Prepare materials for your student’s teacher at home
- Help facilitate family style meals in our cafeteria (arrange with your
students teacher)
By volunteering you will not only be helping us meet our 25% match,
but also showing your child helping others is important and as well as
showing them in yet another way that you care about their education.
And feel free to get your extended families involved! We love to see
grandmas and grandpas, uncles and aunts in our classrooms!
Appendix A
DISCIPLINE
Philosophy – We Believe...
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That it is the school's responsibility to provide a positive
climate for learning.
That the schools should emphasize positive incentives and
recognition which promote self-discipline.
That discipline is an essential part of education.
That students have rights and responsibilities.
That school rules should be established and understood by
parents, teachers and students.
That parents should be deeply involved in the discipline of
their children.
That parents, teachers, and administrators should help students work toward self-discipline, self-control, and selfresponsibility.
That disciplinary action should be in accordance with the
policy of the Newton Board of Education and as stated in
the State of Kansas laws.
WHAT HAPPENS IF MY CHILD MISBEHAVES?
Cooper staff avoids most behavior problems by planning appropriate
classroom activities. Despite how well-planned a day is conflict may
erupt. Discipline problems will be handled in a matter-of-fact manner
that encourages children to develop self control. For example, “Tell
him you don’t like that” and “Ask if you can have a turn” are phrases
you are likely to hear in the classroom.
Policy Council & Parent Committees
Another way for you to support our programs is to become involved in
our Policy Council and our Parent Committees. Any parent of a student enrolled in our program is a member of our Parent Committee.
Parent Committees and the Policy Council make decisions about very
important issues facing our program including curriculum, planning,
budgeting and staffing. Talk to your child’s teacher or the program
director to see how you can get involved!
Discipline Techniques:
Teachers will often redirect or distract a disruptive child in a firm,
positive manner. Sometimes sitting nearby, holding, or talking to a
child helps. At times children need time in a quiet area of the room
to settle down. If a child continues to misbehave over a period of
time, the parents and staff will develop a plan to help the child.
Cooper teachers also use Conscious Discipline. This is a program
that helps children learn to be around and play with other children
and also feel better about themselves. Conscious Discipline also
helps adults to get along better with other adults. The whole family
will feel better about each other at home, work and school.
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Safe School Hotline
Safe School Hotline is a tool that provides students, parents and
educators a confidential means of reporting unsafe conditions that
may imperil students and staffs in a totally anonymous, nonthreatening way. It can give school officials the information they
need to enhance safety and improve the quality of education. Students or parents with something important to report can call the Safe
School Hotline 24 hours a day with complete assurance of confidentiality. The Safe School Hotline Number is: 877-626-8203. (Your
Name is Never Asked)
Severe Weather
The following procedures are planned if bad weather conditions require us to dismiss early, to delay the starting time, or to close all or
part of the schools for the day. Every attempt will be made to announce the decision by 7:00 a.m. if school is not held, or if the starting time is delayed. Office announcements will be made on the following radio stations: KFDI, KMXW-FM, KFTI-AM, KFXJ-FM, KYQQ
-FM, KICT-FM and the following television stations: Channel 10,
Channel 3, Channel 7 and Channel 12. Also on the district’s web
site at: www.newton.k12.ks.us. Parents who provide an emergency
number will be notified through the AlertNow System of any changes
to the regular schedule.
Schools will not generally be dismissed because of storms arising
during the school day, as long as students and teachers can remain
at school in safety. The primary reason for this is to avoid the dangers of sending students home when the parent is absent. If a
school is dismissed prior to the regular dismissal time, every possible attempt will be made to notify the parents or guardians to be
aware that the students are coming home. During threatening
weather parents should take care to supply to the school an alternate name or destination to be used in case the parent cannot be
reached.
If a tornado warning occurs during the hours that your child is in
school, he/she will remain at school until the all-clear signal has
been announced by radio or TV. Regular tornado drills are scheduled and children are instructed by their teachers as to the safest
location in school.
Sexual Harassment Policy
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Special Education Referral
All schools in Newton USD 373 have access to the services of the
Harvey County Special Education Cooperative. Assistance in meeting the educational and developmental needs of all children is available upon request. Requests for assistance may be initiated by school
personnel, parents, or guardians, or any community agency. Further
information may be obtained from any of the school offices. Students
who are identified as exceptional shall have equal access to nonacademic and extra curricular activities.
For Hearing/Speech Disabled TDD Users, dial the Kansas Relay Center toll free number 1-800-766-3777. Calls handled by the Relay Center are strictly confidential. The Relay operator will voice to the hearing person the TDD User's message, then types back to the TDD user
the hearing person's words.
A copy of Procedural Safeguards and Parent's Rights in Special Education is available through the building principal or the Harvey County
Special Education Cooperative. The Harvey County Special Education Cooperative provides services to children with disabilities ages
birth through 21. For more information call (316) 284-6580. It is the
policy of the Harvey County Special Education Cooperative to forward
education records on request, to a school in which a student seeks or
intends to enroll.
Appendix
A. Discipline
B. Family Education Rights and Privacy
Act (FERPA)
C. Racial Harassment Policy
D. Sexual Harassment Policy
E. Weapons Policy
Education and Disability Services: Children learn through play.
Cooper classroom activities are play oriented. The Creative Curriculum contains the information Cooper teachers use to help children
learn. Weekly lesson plans are posted in each classroom. Children
with a diagnosed disability will have an Individual Education Plan
(IEP), which is developed with the parents to provide individualized
services. Staff work with all children on a regular basis to meet individual goals.
Social Services: Cooper Family Consultants (FCs) assist qualifying
families in accessing community services such as energy and housing
assistance and other community resources. The FCs also recruit and
enroll children in the program and monitor their attendance. FCs offer
mothers and fathers support and training through regularly scheduled
visits to help their child be ready for kindergarten and to help their
family reach self-sufficiency.
Mental Health: Cooper encourages healthy emotional and social development of children and families. Parenting classes, support groups
and mental health therapy are provided. Consultation is also available for parents in the area of mental health. Contact your child’s
teacher or Family Consultant for further information.
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Transportation
RELEASING CHILDREN FROM THE CLASSROOM OR THE BUS
All persons picking up children must sign in and out at the main
office.
 Transportation is not guaranteed.
 Do not leave small children unattended in the car when picking up
a child from the center. By law, this is considered endangering
the life of a child (Kansas statute KSA21 3608) and the police will
be called.
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Do not leave car running when unattended.
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A child will be released from the classroom or bus only to a parent, guardian, or a person listed by the parent/guardian. The exception is when legal paperwork in the child’s files states that a
parent cannot pick up the child.
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Persons on the Release List not known to the staff must provide
photo identification to establish their identity prior to the child’s
release.
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Changes to the Release List can only be made in person with the
Teacher, Family Consultant or transportation supervisor.
If your child rides the school bus, please call the Transportation
Department Office - 284-6506 to let them know of any changes to
the regular schedule (i.e. child does not want to be picked up or
dropped off).
If a child is not picked up by the close of preschool, every attempt
will be made to reach the parents or other adults listed on the
emergency card. If this is not successful the child will be considered abandoned, and Harvey County Protective Services/lLocal
Law Enforcement will be contacted.
The bus will wait 2 minutes for your student, if no activity occurs
the bus will leave.
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Punctuality
Punctuality in collecting your child is very important as your
child worries if he/she is left behind
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Pets
Children are requested not to bring pets to school unless previous
arrangements have been made with the teacher.
Record Management
The educational records of your child are covered under law. As a
parent you have rights regarding these records. On November 19,
1974, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 became law. Under this law, the parents and students enrolled in any
educational institution receiving federal funds are given certain rights
concerning the educational records of their children.
1. Types of Educational Records Maintained: The types of educational records regularly maintained and directly related to each
student include the following:
2. Parent or Eligible Student Access to Records: You are entitled
to have access to the educational records for your inspection
and review.
3. Access to Records: The following persons, organizations,
agencies or institutions who have a legitimate interest may
have access to the educational records of each student:
Access/Purpose
c. Authorized representatives/Fulfillment of legal requirements of
Federal and State Agencies
d. Institutions or agencies/In connection with financial aid for student
e. State and local officials/Information required to be reported by
state statute
f.
Accrediting organizations/Accreditation
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Before any educational records will be released to anyone other than
those parties specified above, you must give your written consent to
said release.
4. Right to a Hearing: You are entitled to a hearing to challenge the
content of your daughter’s or son’s educational records. The records may be challenged on the following grounds:
a. in violation of the privacy or other rights of students;
or
and/
b. contains inappropriate data.
5.
Responsibility of Maintenance: The Principal of each attendance
center is responsible for the maintenance of all the above listed
types of records.
6. Right to Copy: Parent(s) and eligible student may have copy/
copies of the desired record at a cost charge to the parent(s) or
eligible student.
7. Directory Information: The following information is defined as Directory Information -- name, address, telephone listing, parent,
guardian and classroom.
If you believe that any or all of the above directory information should
not be released without your prior consent, Please Respond Within
Ten Days to the Principal.
8. Court Order for Educational Records: Upon receipt of a subpoena
or judicial order requiring educational records, you will be notified
of such order.
9. Record of Requests for Access: Except for school staff members, the principal will maintain a record of those persons, agencies, or organizations who have had access to the records.
*ELIGIBLE STUDENT MEANS A STUDENT WHO HAS ATTAINED
EIGHTEEN YEARS OF AGE, OR IS ATTENDING AN INSTITUTION
OF POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION.
Telephone
 Parents should feel free to call the school concerning any matter
dealing with their children.
 We request that teachers and students not be asked to come to
the telephone during class.
 Students' after-school arrangements should be made prior to the
school day.
Treasures from Home
While we do not wish to dampen your child’s enthusiasm we would
appreciate if TOYS brought from home were limited to those Show
and Tell days. Treasures can be lost and broken—please have your
child leave them at home.
Your child is encouraged, however, to bring to Preschool any type of
INTERESTING SPECIMEN/OBJECT eg rocks, shells, flowers, insects or animals to enrich the Science Program or for Show and
Tell.
Visiting the School
Parents and community members are welcome to visit our school.
Please arrange your visit by calling the office or your child's teacher
and checking into the office when you come. To make the most of
your visit, plan for a day in which you can make arrangements for
someone else to care for any young children. When you visit,
please remember that teachers will be involved in teaching and supervising children. They will probably not be able to visit with you at
this time, but they may put you to work! We value an extra pair of
hands.
Weapons
A student shall not knowingly possess, handle or transmit any object
that can reasonably be considered a weapon or a replica of a weapon on the school grounds or off the school grounds at a school activity, function or event. Specific guidelines for the district policy can
be found in the Appendix section of this handbook.
THE PARENT OR GUARDIAN MUST NOTIFY THE SCHOOL OF
ANY CHANGE IN THE STUDENT’S DEPENDENCY
Withdrawals and Transfers
When a student is moving, parents are to contact the school office in
advance for proper withdrawal procedure
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Newton Public Schools USD 373
Elementary Parent Handbook
2013-2014
"The mission of the Newton School Community is to prepare
our students to be capable, contributing participants in a
changing world."
We believe that:
• The educational needs of each student must be met.
• The needs of students drive decision making.
• Education is an active partnership involving students, families,
schools, and community.
• Motivation, opportunity, and effort are critical to success.
• High expectations foster quality performance.
• The right to education conveys both privilege and responsibility.
Newton USD 373 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex,
handicap/disability, or age as to treatment of students in programs and as to employment. Persons
having inquiries concerning the District’s compliance with Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, Americans with
Disabilities Act, and the Age Discrimination Act may contact the school district’s ADA and Section 504
coordinator, 308 E 1st Newton KS 67114-3846, 316-284-6200.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Accidents and Health Insurance ................................................................... 3
Asbestos ...............................................................................................................3
Attendance ................................................................................................... 3
Bicycles ........................................................................................................ 4
Bullying......................................................................................................... 4
Crisis Information ......................................................................................... 4
Discipline Plan .............................................................................................. 4
District Website ............................................................................................ 4
Dress Code .................................................................................................. 4
Drug-Free Policy .......................................................................................... 4
Electronic Devices ........................................................................................ 4
Emergency Information ................................................................................ 4
Enrollment Regulations ................................................................................ 5
Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) ..................................... 5
Fees ............................................................................................................. 6
Field Trips .................................................................................................... 6
Health Issues ............................................................................................... 6
Instructional Materials .................................................................................. 6
Meal Program............................................................................................... 7
Network and Internet Access ....................................................................... 7
Parent Portal (Infinite Campus) .................................................................... 8
PE Shoes ..................................................................................................... 8
Pets .............................................................................................................. 8
Racial Harassment Policy ............................................................................ 8
Safe School Hotline ...................................................................................... 8
Severe Weather ........................................................................................... 9
Sexual Harassment Policy ........................................................................... 9
Site Councils ................................................................................................ 9
Special Education Referral ........................................................................... 9
Telephone .................................................................................................... 9
Visiting the School ........................................................................................ 10
Weapons ...................................................................................................... 10
Withdrawals and Transfers........................................................................... 10
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C.
D.
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F.
G.
APPENDIX
Bullying Policy (page 11)
Discipline Plan (pages 12 - 15)
Drug-Free Letter and Policies (page 16)
Parent/Student Rights In Identification, Evaluation and Placement (page 19)
Racial Harassment Policy (pages 20-21)
Sexual Harassment Policy (pages 22-23)
Weapons Policy (page 24)
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Accidents and Health Insurance
• Parents will be notified as appropriate when students are involved in accidents occurring on
school property. In general, we recommend that students are to be taken to their physician for
treatment by the parent or other designated persons.
• The school district does not purchase accident insurance to cover injuries incurred by students at
school.
• We encourage all families to have accident coverage on their students prior to participation in any
school-sponsored activity.
• Health insurance is available to qualified families through Health Wave, a state insurance
program. Information may be attained in the office.
Asbestos
It is our intent to not only comply with, but exceed federal, state, and local regulations concerning
asbestos. We plan on taking whatever steps are necessary to insure that your children and our
employees have a healthy, safe environment in which to learn and work.
Attendance
• Regular attendance at school is important for a student’s success. Students are expected to be
at school every day and report to class on time.
• Children should arrive at school no earlier than ten minutes before starting time. Supervision is
not provided for students prior to this time.
• Students should not play on school grounds before or after school. Latchkey services are
available at most schools for students who must arrive early or stay late. Latchkey information
may be attained in the office.
• Parents of students who walk to school should plan the safest route to school and review safety
rules regularly. Parents delivering or picking up students should have their child exit the vehicle
in such a way that the student will not cross traffic.
• Students must always use the crosswalk and obey the crossing guard.
• All absences must be called into the school office by 9:00 a.m. If in the event you do not call, a
school representative will call and check the reason for the absence.
• If your student will be leaving school early, please call the office or send a note to the teacher.
Parents are to report to the office when picking students up for appointments during school hours.
Please notify the office if someone else will be picking up your student.
• When a student is not in attendance in school, it is understood that classroom instruction will
continue and work will be expected to be made up by the student missing the instruction. This
applies to all excused absences, including Weekday Bible School.
• Reasonable time to make-up work will be allowed by instructors, and each case will be treated
individually. It is the responsibility of the student to inquire about assignments missed and make
arrangements for missed work to be made up.
Truancy Policy (JBE)
(Inserted
revised policy)
The building principal or designee shall report students who are unexcused
from school to the appropriate authority.
Truancy is defined as any three consecutive unexcused absences, any five
unexcused absences in a semester or seven unexcused absences in a school year,
whichever comes first. School year means the period from July 1 to June 30.
Students who are absent without a valid excuse for a significant part of any school day
shall be considered truant.
Prior to reporting to either SRS DCF (Kansas Department for Children and
Families – formerly known as SRS) (if the student is under 13) or the county or district
attorney (if the student is 13 or more years of age but less than 18 years of age), a
letter shall be sent to the student’s parent(s) or guardian notifying them that the
student’s failure to attend school without a valid excuse shall result in the student
being reported truant.
• Waiver of Compulsory Attendance Requirements - Students 16 or 17 years
of age may be exempt from compulsory attendance regulations if the parent(s) or
person acting as parent attend(s) the counseling session required by law and signs
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the appropriate consent and waiver form; if the student earns a GED; or if the student
is exempt from compulsory attendance requirements pursuant to a court order.
• Involvement of Law Enforcement - Law enforcement officers may return
truant children to the school where the child is enrolled, to the child’s parent or
guardian or to another location designated by the board to address truancy issues.
• Reporting to Parents - If a truant child is returned to school by a law
enforcement official, the principal shall notify the parent or guardian.
• Dual Enrollment Students (See IDCE) – Eligible students who are enrolled in
a board-approved dual enrollment program shall not be considered truant, for the
hours during the school day they attend classes at a Regent’s university, community
college, technical college, vocational educational school or Washburn University.
Approved: 9-2012
Bicycles
• Bicycles may be ridden to school and parked and locked in racks.
• Improper use of one's bicycle may mean that the student will be asked to leave his bike at home.
• Students are to walk bicycles while on school property.
• Students are encouraged to wear helmets and follow bicycle safety rules.
Bullying Policy (JDDC)
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See Appendix A of the handbook.
Crisis Information
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Crisis information will be relayed through the automated parent notification system (see
Emergency Information section below) or at the district website, www.newton.k12.ks.us
Discipline Plan
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The Newton Public Schools USD 373 has adopted a comprehensive discipline plan. The plan is
divided into three (3) areas; elementary, middle school and high school. The elementary plan can
be found in Appendix B of this handbook.
District Website
• The school district’s website is www.usd373.org. Parents can access the website to find
pertinent information and ask questions about their school and the school district as well as the
district calendar.
Dress Code
Students are expected to dress appropriately for school every day. No inappropriate or suggestive
clothing may be worn. Appearance distracting to the learning environment is unacceptable.
Drug-Free Policies
• See Appendix C of the handbook.
Electronic Devices
• Electronic devices such as cell phones, CD players, MP3 players, games, etc. may be used with
supervision or after the school day has ended. These items should remain in lockers or
backpacks during the day. If used inappropriately, these items may be confiscated and future
privileges denied. Interruptions of class caused by cell phones will be considered inappropriate
behavior.
Emergency (Crisis) Information
• You must provide your school with emergency phone numbers in the event your student
becomes ill or is injured at school and requires your presence.
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USD 373 uses an automated parent notification system (AlertNow)(Connect5) to send out a
message to notify parents of important events such as school delays or cancellations due to
weather, power outages, or other reasons. The system also keeps parents informed during
emergency situations such as a school lock-down or student relocation. In the event of a school
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closing or emergency, parents will receive phone and/or e-mail messages, according to the
emergency contact information provided on the student enrollment form. Parents are strongly
encouraged to make sure their emergency contact information is kept up-to-date. Phone
number and e-mail address changes should be reported to the school secretary.
Enrollment Regulations
State law requires that every student who enrolls in school for the first time must provide proof of identity
within 30 days after enrollment.
• Kindergarten enrollees or first graders who have not attended kindergarten, must provide one of
the following:
• A certified copy of the birth certificate or birth registration card (hospital certificate will not be
accepted.)
• A certified copy of a court order placing the student in custody of the secretary of social and
rehabilitation services.
• Students in grades 1 through 4 who are enrolling for the first time may use a certified transcript or
approved student record from the school previously attended. If you have a problem obtaining
the proper identification, parents should contact the school principal.
• According to State statutes: Students must be five (5) on or before August 31 to attend
kindergarten.
Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
The educational records of your child are covered under law. As a parent you have rights regarding
these records. On November 19, 1974, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 became
law. Under this law, the parents and students enrolled in any educational institution receiving federal
funds are given certain rights concerning the educational records of their children.
1. Types of Educational Records Maintained: The types of educational records regularly maintained and
directly related to each student include the following:
2. Parent or Eligible Student Access to Records: You are entitled to have access to the educational
records for your inspection and review.
3. Access to Records: The following persons, organizations, agencies or institutions who have a
legitimate interest may have access to the educational records of each student:
4. Access/Purpose
c. Authorized representatives/Fulfillment of legal requirements of Federal and State Agencies
d. Institutions or agencies/In connection with financial aid for student
e. State and local officials/Information required to be reported by state statute
f. Accrediting organizations/Accreditation
Before any educational records will be released to anyone other than those parties specified
above, written consent to said release must be provided.
Student records from the Harvey County Special Education Cooperative are kept five years past the
anticipated graduation date. Written notices are sent to the last known address and posted public notices
state that records will be destroyed within 30 days.
5. Right to a Hearing: You are entitled to a hearing to challenge the content of your student’s
educational records. The records may be challenged on the following grounds:
a. in violation of the privacy or other rights of students; and/or
b. contains inappropriate data
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7.
Responsibility of Maintenance: The Principal of each attendance center is responsible for the
maintenance of all the above listed types of records.
Right to Copy: Parent(s) and eligible students may have copy/copies of the desired record at a cost
charge to the parent(s) or eligible students.*
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Directory Information: The following information is defined as Directory Information -- name, address,
telephone listing, parent, guardian and classroom. If you believe that any or all of the above
directory information should not be released without your prior consent, Please Respond Within Ten
Days to the Principal.
9. Court Order for Educational Records: Upon receipt of a subpoena or judicial order requiring
educational records, you will be notified of such order.
10. Record of Requests for Access: Except for school staff members, the principal will maintain a record
of those persons, agencies, or organizations who have had access to the records.
*ELIGIBLE STUDENT MEANS A STUDENT WHO HAS ATTAINED EIGHTEEN YEARS OF AGE, OR IS
ATTENDING AN INSTITUTION OF POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION. THE PARENT OR GUARDIAN MUST
NOTIFY THE SCHOOL OF ANY CHANGE IN THE STUDENT’S DEPENDENCY.
Fees
Payment for all textbook fees are due at the time of enrollment, and payment for all other student fees are
due at the time of purchase. USD 373 is contracted with CCM Enterprises of Wichita, KS, to handle
collections on unpaid accounts. Unpaid fees may include balances owed for school meals, textbook fees
and materials, pay-for-participation fees, lost or damaged books, and other miscellaneous fees.
Additional charges will apply to accounts submitted for collection. Parents contacted by CCM Enterprises
regarding past due accounts should correspond with CCM Enterprises at 316-612-9140 to resolve
account balances. For general information and/or questions regarding the collection of past due
accounts, contact Kim Fiessinger at 316-284-6217.
Field Trips
In connection with our educational program, your written consent to take your student on trips during the
school year is required. (See signature line on enrollment form) This consent form is provided to parents
through Infinite Campus Online Registration. This authorization will eliminate the need for special
permission before each excursion.
Parents will be informed of each trip. If you do not wish your student to participate, you as a parent must
send written notification to the teacher before the trip.
Consent to participate in the field trip also includes consent We are also asking for your written consent to
allow video tape taken on the district’s school buses and at other locations that may include your student
to be viewed by other students, parents and appropriate officials as deemed necessary in the
administration of the school system and its disciplinary procedures. (See signature line on enrollment
form). You may view any tapes kept by the district containing your child upon written request to the
transportation department.
Health Issues
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Students exhibiting symptoms of contagious disease or illness will not be allowed in school.
Students must be fever free for 24 hours before returning to school.
The school must have up-to-date medical information regarding chronic health problems.
If your student has asthma, food allergies, diabetes, a seizure disorder or is taking medication
regularly, please notify the school nurse.
In some cases, a release of information that allows the nurse to communicate with the student’s
doctor in the event of an emergency or to provide feedback about a medication’s effectiveness
may be requested.
All medications, including inhalers, must be left with the school nurse and in their original
containers. Prescription medications must have signed permission slip by the prescribing
physician. Over-the-counter medications may be given with signed permission from parents.
(Forms available in school office.)
Medications are dispensed and documented by trained professionals.
Hearing, vision, speech and language screenings are done regularly at selected grades. If
screening results indicate a concern or problem, parents will be notified.
Instructional Materials
Enrollment and Instructional Materials Fee Schedule
Week
K (Grade Level) 1-4
1-9
$40.00
$60.00 (100%)
6
10-18
19-27
28-36
$32.00
$24.00
$16.00
$48.00 (80%)
$36.00 (60%)
$24.00 (40%)
Textbook Rental Fee REFUND Schedule
Week
K (Grade Level) 1-4
1-9
$32.00
$48.00 (80%)
10-18
$24.00
$36.00 (60%)
19-27
$16.00
$24.00 (40%)
28-36
$ 0.00
$ 0.00 ( 0%)
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Students who lose or damage library books or instructional materials will be charged a fine and/or
replacement fee.
Meal Program
Breakfast and lunch will be offered at each school starting the first day. If you have a child with a special
diet, please contact the school as special diets are prepared separately for students in these cases. A
doctor’s note will be required.
Online Payment – Using the Infinite Campus parent portal, parents are now able to make online payments
for student meals. Credit cards and e-checks will be accepted. Using the portal eliminates the need to
send cash or checks with a student to school and provides parents a simple way to stay on top of school
lunch accounts. Parents may check lunch balances by logging in the Infinite Campus parent portal
through the district website at www.usd373.org newton.k12.ks.us (See Parent Portal on page 8 for
instructions).
Online Free & Reduced Meal Applications – Free & Reduced Meal Applications are available through the
Infinite Campus parent portal. The online application process is fast and easy to use, and can be found at
www.usd373.org newton.k12.ks.us >Parents>Infinite Campus Portal>Forms>Free & Reduced Meal
Application. In addition, Free & Reduced meal Applications will be available on the district website to
download and print, or can be picked up at any school office.
A parent portal account is required to access the features listed above. To obtain a parent portal account,
please contact your child’s school office.
Cash or Check
• Checks should be made payable to USD 373.
• Money or checks should be sent to the school in an envelope marked with your child’s name and
classroom teacher’s name printed on the front.
• Charges are limited to 2 meals (including breakfast & lunch) per student.
Newton USD 373 Acceptable Use Policy for Network Access & Internet Safety - SY 2012-13
Use of computer network services is an important skill for today’s technologically literate students.
Newton wants to open this important avenue of research to our students while ensuring their safety.
Please review these policies with your son/daughter with particular attention to #14. Students need to be
reminded that the traditional “parent’s warnings” against “talking to strangers” apply in this case for the
same safety reasons.
1. All use of Network & Internet services or electronic devices must be in support of education and
research, being consistent with the purposes of the Newton Public Schools, USD 373.
2. Any use of the network or electronic devices to facilitate illegal activity is prohibited.
3. Any use of the network or electronic devices for commercial or for profit purposes is prohibited unless
approved by supervisor.
4. Use of the network, workstation or other electronic device for non-school related communications shall
not conflict/interfere with school obligations.
5. Any use of the network or any electronic device for non-school related product advertisement is
prohibited.
6. Network accounts are to be used only by those authorized to use that account.
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7. Any and all use of the network, district owned computers, phone or other electronic device is not
private and may be accessed by appropriate personnel at any time.
8. No use of the network shall serve to disrupt the use of the network by others; hardware or software
shall not be destroyed, modified, or abused in any way.
9. Malicious use of the network to develop programs that harass other users or infiltrate a computer
computing system and/or damage the software components of a computer or computing system is
prohibited.
10. Hate mail, harassment, discriminatory remarks, profanity, flaming, spamming, Cyber Bullying and
other antisocial behaviors are prohibited.
11. Abiding by state and national copyright policies, all information, programs, videos, music, and
graphics accessible through the Internet will be assumed to be private property unless otherwise stated.
All copyright issues regarding software, information and attributions of authorship will be respected. The
illegal installation of copyrighted software for use on district computers is prohibited. Plagiarism in any
form is prohibited.
12. Use of the network to access obscene, objectionable, or pornographic materials is prohibited.
13. Use of the network to transmit material likely to be offensive or objectionable to recipients is
prohibited.
14. Students & staff shall be careful when using their full names, or give out their home phone number,
home address, or school name. (We also recommend that you not give your social security number, bank
account numbers or credit card numbers.)
Newton Public Schools USD 373:
• reserves the right to log and view Internet use and to monitor file server space utilization by users.
• reserves the right to remove a user from the network to prevent further unauthorized activity.
• provides Internet filtering.
• does not allow unauthorized disclosure, use, and dissemination of personal information regarding
minors.
Newton USD 373 Acceptable Use Policy
for Network Access & Internet Safety - SY 2013-14
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All use of Network & Internet services or electronic devices must be in support of education and
research, being consistent with the purposes of Newton Public Schools, USD 373.
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Any use of the network resources or electronic devices to facilitate illegal activity, for commercial,
political, or for non USD 373 profit purposes is prohibited.
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Network accounts are to be used only by those authorized to use that account.
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Students shall have no expectation of privacy on any network resources or district owned
devices.
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Use of network resources, district, or personally owned devices shall not disrupt the use of the
network by others. This includes but is not limited to mobile hot spots, wifi tethering, etc.
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District hardware and software shall not be modified, or abused in any way.
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Students must abide by all local, state, and national copyright laws
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Use of network resources and district owned devices to access obscene, objectionable, or
pornographic materials is prohibited.
Newton, USD 373:
• reserves the right to log and view Internet use and to monitor file server space utilization by
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• reserves the right to remove a user from the network to prevent further unauthorized activity.
• provides Internet filtering.
• does not allow unauthorized disclosure, use, and dissemination of personal information
regarding minors.
Student Name
Grade
Student Signature
Date
Parent Portal Access
Infinite Campus is the student information system used by Newton USD 373 schools. One of the features
of Infinite Campus is the parent portal. Using a school-issued activation code, legal parents/guardians
can access student attendance, fees, meal account status, and school information on a daily basis via the
internet. One portal may be shared by authorized family members, or separate portal accounts may be
created upon request. The Infinite Campus Parent Portal is accessed through the Newton USD 373
website, www.usd373.org newton.k12.ks.us > Infinite Campus > Infinite Campus Portal Link. A tutorial is
available at the Infinite Campus Portal Link for instructions on how to use the portal. For information on
how to obtain a portal activation code, or if you have an existing parent portal account and need
assistance, please contact your child's school office.
Physical Education Shoes
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Pets
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The physical education department recommends any soft-soled shoe that fits snugly around the
foot be worn for physical education.
Shoes that are not acceptable for PE include cowboy boots, hiking boots, snow boots, sandals,
jellies, flip flops, dress shoes with hard slick soles, etc.
Students without appropriate shoes will not be allowed to participate in activities that may be
a safety hazard without appropriate shoes.
Students are requested not to bring pets to school unless previous arrangements have been
made with the teacher.
Racial Harassment Policy - JGECA
• See Appendix E of the handbook.
Safe School Hotline
• Safe School Hotline is a tool that provides students, parents and educators a confidential means
of reporting unsafe conditions that may imperil students and staffs in a totally anonymous, nonthreatening way. It can give school officials the information they need to enhance safety and
improve the quality of education. Students or parents with something important to report can call
the Safe School Hotline 24 hours a day with complete assurance of confidentiality. The Safe
School Hotline Number is: 877-626-8203. (Your Name is Never Asked)
Severe Weather
• The following procedures are planned if bad weather conditions require us to dismiss early, to
delay the starting time, or to close all or part of the schools for the day. Every attempt will be
made to announce the decision by 7:00 a.m. if school is not held, or if the starting time is delayed.
Using our automated notification system, parents will receive phone and/or e-mail messages
according to the emergency contact information provided on the student enrollment form. Phone
number and e-mail address changes should be reported to the school secretary promptly. Area
radio and TV stations will be notified as well as posting on the district website at: www.usd373.org
newton.k12.ks.us
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Schools will not generally be dismissed because of storms arising during the school day, as long
as students and teachers can remain at school in safety. The primary reason for this is to avoid
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the dangers of sending students home when the parent is absent. If a school is dismissed prior
to the regular dismissal time, every possible attempt will be made to notify the parents or
guardians to be aware that the students are coming home. During threatening weather parents
should take care to supply to the school an alternate name or destination to be used in case the
parent cannot be reached.
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If a tornado warning occurs during the hours that your student is in school, he/she will remain at
school until the all-clear signal has been announced by radio or TV. Regular tornado drills are
scheduled and students are instructed by their teachers as to the safest location in school.
Sexual Harassment Policy - JGEC
• See Appendix F of the handbook.
Site Councils
• All district schools have site councils made up of school personnel, parents, and community
members.
• Site councils are responsible for providing advice and counsel regarding school improvement
activities.
• Contact your school if you are interested in joining your school’s site council.
Special Education Referral
• All elementary schools in Newton USD 373 have access to the services of the Harvey County
Special Education Cooperative. Assistance in meeting the educational and developmental needs
of all students is available upon request. Requests for assistance may be initiated by school
personnel, parents, or guardians, or any community agency. Further information may be
obtained from any of the school offices. Students who are identified as exceptional shall have
equal access to nonacademic and extra curricular activities.
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For Hearing/Speech Disabled TDD Users, dial the Kansas Relay Center toll free number 1-800766-3777. Calls handled by the Relay Center are strictly confidential. The Relay operator will
voice to the hearing person the TDD User's message, then types back to the TDD user the
hearing person's words.
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A copy of Procedural Safeguards and Parent's Rights in Special Education is available through
the building principal or the Harvey County Special Education Cooperative. The Harvey County
Special Education Cooperative provides services to children with disabilities ages birth through
21. For more information call (316) 284-6580. It is the policy of the Harvey County Special
Education Cooperative to forward education records on request, to a school in which a student
seeks or intends to enroll.
Telephone (also see Electronic Devices)
• Parents may call the school concerning any matter dealing with their students.
• Teachers and students should not be asked to come to the telephone during class.
• Students' after-school arrangements should be made prior to the school day.
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Visiting the School
• Parents and community members are encouraged to visit our school. Please arrange your visit
by calling the office or your student’s teacher and checking into the office when you come. To
make the most of your visit, plan for a day in which you can make arrangements for someone
else to care for any young children. When you visit, please remember that teachers will be
involved in teaching and supervising children. They will probably not be able to visit with you at
this time, but they may put you to work! We value an extra pair of hands.
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Parents wanting to eat lunch with their student need to notify the office before 9:00 a.m. to insure
enough lunches have been ordered.
Weapons
• A student shall not knowingly possess, handle or transmit any object that can reasonably be
considered a weapon on the school grounds or off the school grounds at a school activity,
function or event. Specific guidelines for the district policy can be found in the Appendix G of
this handbook.
Withdrawals and Transfers
• When a student is moving, parents are to contact the school office in advance for proper
withdrawal procedure. If the student transfers within the district, the student's records will be
transferred from his/her present school to the receiving school. Any student leaving the district
prior to the beginning of the last nine weeks of the school year is entitled to a pro-rated refund of
any paid rental fee.
Appendix
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B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
Bullying Policy
Discipline Plan
Drug-Free Letter and Policies
Parent/Student Rights In Identification, Evaluation and Placement
Sexual Harassment Policy
Weapons Policy
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Appendix A
Bullying – JDDC
The board of education prohibits bullying and cyber-bullying in any form, including electronic means, on
or while using school property, in a school vehicle or at a school-sponsored activity or event. The
administration shall propose, and the board shall review and approve a plan to address bullying on school
property, in a school vehicle or at a school-sponsored activity or event.
The plan shall include provisions for the training and education of staff members and students
and shall include appropriate community involvement as approved by the board. Students who have
bullied others in violation of this policy may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including
suspension and expulsion. If appropriate, students who violate the bullying prohibition shall be reported
to local law enforcement.
Approved: 9-08
“Bullying Plan” was added to handbook
USD 373 Bullying Plan
Bullying means: Any intentional gesture or any intentional written, verbal, electronic or physical act or
threat that is sufficiently severe, persistent or pervasive that it creates an intimidating, threatening or
abusive educational environment for a student or staff member that a reasonable person, under the
circumstances, knows or should know will have the effect of:
• Harming a student or staff member, whether physically or mentally;
• Damaging a student’s or staff member’s property:
• Placing a student or staff member in reasonable fear of harm; or
• Placing a student or staff member in reasonable fear of damage to the student’s or staff
member’s property.
Bullying also includes cyberbullying. “Cyberbullying” means bullying by use of any electronic
communication device through means including, but not limited to, e-mail, instant messaging, text
messages, blogs, mobile phones, pagers, online games and websites.
Additionally, bullying means any form of intimidation or harassment prohibited by the board of education
of the school district in policies concerning bullying adopted pursuant to K.S.A. 72-8256 or subsection (e)
of K.S.A. 72-8205, and amendments thereto. USD 373 will not tolerate these actions by students or staff.
Any act of bullying by either an individual student or group of students is prohibited on or while utilizing
school property, in a school vehicle or at school-sponsored functions. This policy applies to students who
directly engage in an act of bullying, to students who, by their behavior, support another student’s act of
bullying, and to all staff members who engage in similar behaviors.
No teacher, administrator, or school district employee shall engage in, permit, or tolerate bullying.
Retaliation against a victim, good faith reporter, or a witness to bullying is prohibited.
A person who engages in an act of bullying, reprisal, retaliation or false reporting of bullying, shall be
subject to discipline in accordance with school district policy and procedures. The school district may
take into account the following factors: the ages of the parties involved; the developmental and maturity
levels, special education needs of the parties involved, and the severity of the behavior.
Discipline guidelines for student and staff bullying are found in the appropriate handbooks. Offenses over
time may result in discipline up to and including suspension and/or expulsion or termination from
employment. As appropriate, reports to local law enforcement will be filed to report criminal bullying
behaviors. (See Policies EBC, GAAC, GAACA, JGEC, JGECA and KN)
Approved: 1-2010
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Appendix B
Discipline
Philosophy – We Believe...
• That it is the school's responsibility to provide a positive climate for learning.
• That the schools should emphasize positive incentives and recognition which promote selfdiscipline.
• That discipline is an essential part of education.
• That students have rights and responsibilities.
• That school rules should be established and understood by parents, teachers and students.
• That parents should be deeply involved in the discipline of their children.
• That parents, teachers, and administrators should help students work toward self-discipline, selfcontrol, and self-responsibility.
• That disciplinary action should be in accordance with the policy of the Newton Board of Education
and as stated in the State of Kansas laws.
POSSIBLE CONSEQUENCES FOR INAPPROPRIATE BEHAVIORS:
Students and their parents must be aware that inappropriate behaviors result in consequences to be
determined by the principal in consultation, if necessary, with the teacher involved. The consequences
may include:
• Conference with the principal or teacher
• Conference with principal, teacher, student, and parent
• Written notification to parent
• Referral to counselor/social worker and/or building team
• Peer group mediation
• After-school detention
• In-school suspension
• Alternative Educational Placement
• Out-of-school suspension
• Possible police involvement if deemed appropriate for any offense
• Specific consequences agreed upon by principal, parent, and teacher
• Long-term suspension or expulsion from district schools
• Long-term suspension or expulsion is possible for extreme or multiple behaviors regardless of the
guidelines in the discipline plan
NEWTON USD 373 DISCIPLINE PLAN
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Alcohol (sale or distribution)
Any Offense - The principal, parent, and police will meet to discuss the incident. Consequences will be
decided by the principal following consultation with the parents and teacher. Suspension should be
considered as part of the punishment. The student should be referred to the counselor and an age
appropriate referral for chemical dependency assessment should be strongly considered. A possible
recommendation for long-term suspension or expulsion.
Alcohol (use or possession)
Any Offense- The principal, parent, and police will meet to discuss the incident. Consequences will be
considered as part of the punishment. The students should be referred to the counselor and an age
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Behavior: Disruptive
Minimum response - Conference with the principal
Maximum response - Up to 5 days out-of-school suspension
Behavior: Inappropriate (Includes, but not limited to: inappropriate use of electronic communication
devices such as pagers, cellular phones, etc.)
Minimum response - Conference with principal
Maximum response - In-school suspension
Behavior: Possession of Dangerous Devices (Includes, but not limited to: knives with a blade over 2
½ inches, explosive devices such as firecrackers, stink bombs, etc.)
Definition: Weapon means an article that is not per se a dangerous weapon that is used for the purpose
of inflicting bodily harm upon a person or is used to cause a person to be placed in fear of bodily harm.
Examples include, but are not limited to belts, combs, pencils, files, compasses, chains, and scissors.
Bomb Threat
Any Offense - The principal, parents, and police will meet to discuss the incident. Consequences will be
determined by the principal following consultation with the parents and teacher. The student will be
referred to the counselor or social worker. A possible recommendation for long-term suspension or
expulsion.
Drug/Drug Look-Alike (sale or distribution)
decided by the principal following consultation with parents and teacher. Suspension should be
Drug/Drug Look-Alike (use or possession)
Endangerment
1st Offense - A student may be given 1 to 3 days out-of-school suspension. If a suspension is used,
contact must be made with either law enforcement or other social agencies. The child will also be
referred to the school counselor and building team.
Subsequent Offenses - A student may be given up to 5 days out-of-school suspension with a possible
recommendation for long-term suspension or expulsion and a police report must be filed.
Extortion
Fighting
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Fire Alarms / Other emergency alarms
Forgery
Gang Indicia
Harassment (Includes, but not limited to: sexual and racial harassment)
Insubordination
Maximum response - Up to one day in-school suspension and notify parent
Language: Inappropriate
Language: Inappropriate toward staff
Miscellaneous School Rules
Maximum response - Specific consequences may be agreed upon by principal, parent, and teacher
Other Behaviors
Physical Assault: School Employee
Physical Assault: Student / Battery
Possession of Stolen Property
Possession of Weapons
Any Offense - Up to 186 days out-of-school suspension, notify police or other social agencies if deemed
appropriate, and recommendation for long-term suspension or expulsion per board policy.
Definitions: Dangerous weapon means loaded or unloaded firearm, replica firearm, knuckles, butterfly
knife, chains, clubs, throwing star, switch-blade knife or other knife with a blade over 2 ½ inches in length
or any other article that is commonly used or is designated to inflict bodily harm.
Replica firearm means a realistic replica of a firearm that, because of the appearance of such replica
firearm, could be used to place a person in fear of bodily harm.
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Theft
Tobacco (Use or possession)
Trespass USD Property
Unexcused Absence
Any offense - Notify parent and follow state truancy guidelines when appropriate
Vandalism
Verbal Assault: School Employee
Verbal or Written Assault: Student/Threat (includes, but not limited to, intimidation, verbal abuse,
written, or other)
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Appendix C
Drug-Free Letter and Policies
Dear Student, Parents and Guardians:
The Newton USD 373 Board of Education on August 6, 1990, adopted revised policies concerning drug-free schools.
These policies are mandated in order for the district to continue to receive federal funds as provided in the 1989
amendments to the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act, P.L. 102-226,103 St. 1928. Copies of the policies
follow this letter.
The board of education and staff members are committed to this concept and have already incorporated drug
education units as part of our curriculum. We feel it is important for parents to read and discuss these policies with
their children.
The district is also required to provide you with a list of drug and alcohol counseling, treatment and rehabilitation
programs. The following list was compiled from information provided by the Kansas State Department of Social and
Rehabilitation Services.
Prairie View Mental Health
Substance Abuse Treatment Program
PO Box 467 - Newton KS
(316) 284-6400
Mirror Inc.
PO Box 711 – Newton KS
(316) 283-6743
Drug Free Workplace
The board believes that maintaining a drug free work place is important in establishing an appropriate
learning environment for the students of the district. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing,
possession or use of a controlled substance is prohibited in the district.
GAOA – (added entire policy)
Maintaining a drug free work place is important in establishing an appropriate learning environment for
the students of the district. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, sale, dispensing, possession or use of
a controlled substance is prohibited in the district.
As a condition of employment in the district, employees shall abide by the terms of this policy.
Employees shall not unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess or use controlled
substances in the workplace.
Any employee who is convicted under a criminal drug statute for a violation occurring at the
workplace must notify the superintendent of the conviction within five days after the conviction.
Within 30 days after the notice of conviction is received, the school district will take appropriate
action with the employee. Such action may include the initiation of termination proceedings, suspension,
placement on probationary status, or other disciplinary action. Alternatively, or in addition to any action
short of termination, the employee may be required to participate satisfactorily in an approved drug abuse
assistance or rehabilitation program as a condition of continued employment. The employee shall bear
the cost of participation in such program. Each employee in the district shall be given a copy of this
policy.
This policy is intended to implement the requirements of the federal regulations promulgated
under the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. It is not intended to supplant or otherwise diminish
disciplinary actions which may be taken under existing board policies or the negotiated agreement.
Revised: 9/2012
IDAB Support Programs
In addition to the basic programs approved by the board, the district shall provide student support
programs. Support program information approved by the board shall be filed with the clerk and made
available to staff as needed.
Added entire policy
• Drug Education - All students shall be made aware of the legal, social and health
consequences of drug and alcohol use. Students shall be instructed on effective techniques for resisting
peer pressure to use illicit drugs or alcohol. Students shall be informed that the use of illicit drugs and the
unlawful possession and use of alcohol is both wrong and harmful.
• Student Mental Health - Appropriate mental health awareness programs shall
be initiated and continued in the district.
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• Dropout Prevention - Programs will be developed to reduce the likelihood of students from
dropping out of school, or to encourage dropouts to return to school.
• At-Risk Students - Programs will be developed to identify and work with at-risk students.
• Guidance - The guidance program shall be organized to meet the needs, interests and abilities
of all students. Counselor(s) shall perform guidance services consistent with district mission, job
descriptions and board policies.
• Homebound Instruction If a child is unable to attend school because of lengthy
illness or injury, homebound instruction may be provided if:
the parent makes the request for
homebound instruction; and the family physician recommends homebound instruction in writing.
The principal shall be responsible for obtaining a teacher for the student.
JDDA Drug-Free Schools
Added entire policy
Maintaining drug-free schools is important in establishing an appropriate learning environment for
the district's students. The possession, use, sale or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by students at
school, on or in school property, or at school sponsored activities or events is prohibited.
Student Conduct
As a condition of continued enrollment in the district, students shall abide by the terms of this
policy.
Students shall not unlawfully manufacture, sell, distribute, dispense, possess or use illicit drugs,
controlled substances or alcoholic beverages at school, on or in school district property, or at any school
activity. Any student violating the terms of this policy will be reported to the appropriate law enforcement
officials, and will be subject to district discipline which may include suspension and/or expulsion.
Students who are suspended or expelled under the terms of this policy will be afforded the due
process rights contained in board policies and Kansas statutes, K.S.A. 72-8901, et seq. Nothing in this
policy is intended to diminish the ability of the district to take other disciplinary action against the student
in accordance with other policies governing student discipline. If a student agrees to enter and complete
a drug education or rehabilitation program, the cost of such program will be borne by the student and his
or her parents.
A list of available programs along with names and addresses of contact persons for each
program is on file with the board clerk. Parents or students should contact the directors of the programs
to determine the cost and length of the program.
A copy of this policy will be provided to all students and the parents of all students. Parents of all
students will be notified that compliance with this policy is mandatory.
Revised: 9/2008, 9/2012
LDD
Federal Government-Drug Free Schools
The unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by students or school employees
on school premises or as a part of any school activity is prohibited. This policy, and any curriculum used
in conjunction with it, shall be evaluated as required by law. The board shall receive a report after each of
these reviews is conducted. This policy is required by the 1989 amendments to the Drug Free Schools
and Communities Act. P.L. 102-226. (See IDAB, GAOA, GAOB, and JDDA)
Revised September, 2008
The unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by students or school employees
on school premises or as a part of any school activity is prohibited. This policy, and any curriculum used
in conjunction with it, shall be evaluated periodically using criteria developed by the superintendent and
approved by the board. The board shall receive a report after each of these reviews is conducted.
Revised: 9/2008, 9/2012
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Appendix D
PARENT/STUDENT RIGHTS IN IDENTIFICATION,
EVALUATION AND PLACEMENT
(Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973)
The following is a description of the rights granted by federal law to students with disabilities. The intent
of the law is to keep you fully informed concerning decisions about your child and to inform you of your
rights if you disagree with any of these decisions. Please keep this explanation for future reference.
You have the right to:
• Have your child take part in and receive benefits from public education programs without
discrimination because of his/her disabling condition;
• Have the school district advise you of your rights under federal law;
• Receive notice with respect to identification, evaluations or placement of your child;
• Have your child receive a free appropriate public education. This includes the right to be
educated with non-disabled students to the maximum extent appropriate. It also includes the
right to have the school district make reasonable accommodations to allow your child an equal
opportunity to participate in school and school-related activities.
• Have your child educated in facilities and receive services comparable to those provided nondisabled students;
• Have your child receive special education and related services if she/he is found to be eligible
under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (I.D.E.A. PL. 94-147);
• Have evaluations, educational, and placement decisions made based upon a variety of
information sources, and by persons who know the student, the evaluation data, and placement
options;
• Have transportation provided to and from an alternate placement setting at no greater cost to you
than would be incurred if the student were placed in a program operated be the district;
• Have your child be given an equal opportunity to participate in non-academic and extracurricular
activities offered by the district;
• Examine all relevant records relating to decisions regarding your child’s identification, evaluations
educational program, and placement;
• Obtain copies of educational records at a reasonable cost unless the fee would effectively deny
you access to the records;
• A response from the school district to reasonable requests for explanations and interpretations of
your child’s records;
• Request amendment of your child’s educational records if there is reasonable cause to believe
that they are inaccurate, misleading or otherwise in violation of the privacy rights of your child. If
the school district refuses this request for the amendment, it shall notify you within a reasonable
time, and advise you of the right to a hearing;
• Request an impartial due process hearing through the district’s grievance procedure related to
decisions or actions regarding your child’s identification, evaluations educational program or
placement. You and the student may take part in the hearing and have an attorney represent
you. Hearing requests must be made to the ADA/504 coordinator listed below.
The Superintendent, ADA and Section 504 Coordinator, is responsible for assuring that the district
complies with Section 504, 308 E 1st, Newton KS 67114, 316-284-6206. 504—10, April 1997, June 2006
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Appendix E
Racial Harassment Policy – JGECA
The board of education is committed to providing a positive and productive learning and working
environment, free from discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color or national origin.
Discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color or national origin (“racial harassment”) shall not
be tolerated in the school district. Racial harassment of employees or students of the district by board
members, administrators, certificated and support personnel, students, vendors, and any others having
business or other contact with the school district is strictly prohibited.
Racial harassment is unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color or national origin under Titles VI
and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the Kansas Acts Against Discrimination. All forms of racial
harassment are prohibited at school, on school property, and at all school-sponsored activities, programs
or events. Racial harassment against individual associated with the school is prohibited, whether or not
the harassment occurs on school grounds.
It shall be a violation of this policy for any student, employee or third party (visitor, vendor, etc.) to racially
harass any student, employee or other individual associated with the school. It shall further be violated
for any employees to discourage a student from filing a complaint, or to fail to investigate or refer for
investigation, any complaint lodged under the provisions of this policy.
• Affords a student different treatment, solely on the basis of race, color or national origin, in a
manner which interferes with or limits the ability of the student to participate in or benefit from the
•
Is sufficiently severe, pervasive or persistent so as to have the purpose or effect of creating a
hostile academic environment; or
•
Is sufficiently severe, pervasive or persistent so as to have the purpose or effect of interfering with
a student’s academic performance or ability to participate in or benefit from the services, activities
or programs of the school.
Racial harassment may result from verbal or physical conduct or written graphic material.
The district encourages all victims of racial harassment and persons with knowledge of such harassment
to report the harassment immediately. The district will promptly investigate all compliance of racial
harassment and take prompt corrective action to end the harassment.
Any student who believes he or she has been subject to racial harassment or has witnessed an act of
alleged racial harassment, should discuss the alleged harassment with the building principal, another
administrator, the guidance counselor, or another certified staff member. Any school employee who
receives a complaint of racial harassment from a student shall inform the student of the employee’s
obligation to report the complaint and any proposed resolution of the complaint to the building principal. If
the building principal is the alleged harasser, the complaint shall be reported to the district compliance
coordinator. The building principal shall discuss the complaint with the student to determine if it can be
resolved. If the matter is not resolved to the satisfaction of the student in this meeting, the student may
initiate a formal complaint under the district’s discrimination complaint procedure (see KN).
Complaints received will be investigated to determine whether, under the totality of the circumstances, the
alleged behavior constitutes racial harassment under the definition outlined above. Unacceptable student
conduct may or may not constitute racial harassment, depending on the nature of the conduct and its
severity, pervasiveness and persistence. Behaviors which are unacceptable but do not constitute
harassment may provide grounds for discipline under the code of student conduct. The discipline of a
student for violation of any provision of the code of student conduct may be enhanced if the conduct is
racially motivated.
An employee who witnesses an act of racial harassment shall report the incident to the building principal.
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Employees who fail to report complaints or incidents of racial harassment to appropriate school officials
may face disciplinary action. School administrators who fail to investigate and take appropriate corrective
action in response to complaints of racial harassment may also face disciplinary action.
When a complaint contains evidence of criminal activity or child abuse, the compliance coordinator shall
report such conduct to the appropriate law enforcement or SRS DCF (Kansas Department for Children
and Families – formerly known as SRS) authorities. (See GAAD).
To the extent possible confidentiality will be maintained throughout the investigation of a complaint. The
desire for confidentiality must be balanced with the district’s obligation to conduct a thorough
investigation, to take appropriate corrective action or to provide due process to the accused.
The filing of a complaint or otherwise reporting racial harassment shall not reflect upon the student’s
status or grades. Any act of retaliation against any person who has filed a complaint or testified, assisted,
or participated in an investigation of a racial harassment complaint is prohibited.
Any person who retaliates is subject to immediate disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion for a
student or termination of employment for an employee.
False or malicious complaints of racial harassment may result in corrective or disciplinary action against
the complainant.
A summary of this policy and related materials shall be available in each district facility. The policy shall
also be published in student, parent and employee handbooks as directed by the district compliance
coordinator.
Approved: May, 2008
Approved: April 5, 1999
Revised: February 3, 2003, May 19, 2003
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Appendix F
Sexual Harassment – JGEC
environment. Sexual harassment shall not be tolerated in the school district. Sexual harassment of
employees or students of the district by board members, administrators, certificated and support
personnel, students, vendors, and any others having business or other contact with the school district is
strictly prohibited.
Sexual harassment is unlawful discrimination of the basis of sex under Title IX of the Education
Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the Kansas Acts Against
Discrimination. All forms of sexual harassment are prohibited at school, on school property, and at all
school-sponsored activities, programs or events. Sexual harassment against individuals associated with
the school is prohibited, whether or not the harassment occurs on school grounds.
It shall be a violation of this policy for any student, employee or third party (visitor, vendor, etc.) to
sexually harass any student, employee or other individual associated with the school. It shall further be a
violation for any employee to discourage a student from filing a complaint, or to fail to investigate or refer
for investigation, any complaint lodged under the provisions of this policy.
Sexual harassment is unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other inappropriate
oral, written or physical conduct of a sexual nature when made by a member of the school staff to a
student or when made by any student to another student when: (1) submission to such conduct is made,
explicitly or implicitly, a term or condition of the individual's education; (2) submission to or rejection of
such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for academic decisions affecting that individual; or (3)
such conduct has the purpose or effect of interfering with an individual's academic or professional
performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive academic environment. Sexual harassment
may result from verbal or physical conduct or written or graphic material. Sexual harassment may
include, but is not limited to: verbal harassment or abuse; pressure for sexual activity; repeated remarks
to a person, with sexual or demeaning implication; unwelcome touching; or suggesting or demanding
sexual involvement accompanied by implied or explicit threats concerning a student's grades,
participation in extra-curricular activities, etc.
The district encourages all victims of sexual harassment and persons with knowledge of such harassment
to report the harassment immediately. The district will promptly investigate all complaints of sexual
harassment and take prompt corrective action to end harassment.
Any student who believes that he or she has been subjected to sexual harassment should discuss the
alleged harassment with the building principal, another administrator, the guidance counselor, or another
certified staff member. Any school employee who receives a complaint of sexual harassment from a
student shall inform the student of the employee’s obligation to report the complaint and any proposed
resolution of the complaint to the building principal. If the building principal is the alleged harasser, the
complaint shall be reported to the district compliance coordinator. The building principal or district
compliance coordinator shall discuss the complaint with the student to determine if it can be resolved. If
the matter is not resolved to the satisfaction of the student in this meeting, the student may initiate a
formal complaint under the district’s discrimination complaint procedure. (See KN).
Complaints received will be investigated to determine whether, under the totality of the circumstances, the
alleged behavior constitutes sexual harassment under the definition outlined above. Unacceptable
student conduct may or may not constitute sexual harassment, depending on the nature of the conduct
and its severity, pervasiveness and persistence. Behaviors which are unacceptable but do not constitute
harassment may provide grounds for discipline under the code of student conduct.
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An employee who witnesses an act of sexual harassment shall report the incident to the building
principal. Employees who fail to report complaints or incidents of sexual harassment to appropriate
school officials may face disciplinary action. School administrators who fail to investigate and take
appropriate corrective action in response to complaints of sexual harassment may also face disciplinary
action.
When a complaint contains evidence of criminal activity or child abuse, the building coordinator or district
coordinator shall report such conduct to the appropriate law enforcement or SRSDCF(Kansas
Department for Children and Families – formerly known as SRS) authorities. (See GAAD).
To the extent possible, confidentiality will be maintained throughout the investigation of a complaint. The
desire for confidentiality must be balanced with the district’s obligation to conduct a thorough
The filing of a complaint or otherwise reporting sexual harassment shall not reflect upon the individual’s
status or grades. Any act of retaliation against any person who has filed a complaint or testified, assisted,
or participated in an investigation of a sexual harassment complaint is prohibited. Any person who
retaliates is subject to immediate disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion for a student or
termination of employment for an employee.
False or malicious complaints of sexual harassment may result in corrective or disciplinary action against
the complainant.
A summary of this policy and related materials shall be posted in each district facility. The policy shall
also be published in student, parent and employee handbooks as directed by the district compliance
coordinator.
Approved: May, 2008
Revised: April 5, 1999
Approved: March 2, 1998
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Appendix G
Weapons - JCDBB
A student shall not knowingly possess, handle or transmit any object that can reasonably be considered a
weapon at school, on school property or at a school-sponsored event. This shall include any weapon,
any item being used as a weapon or destructive device, or any facsimile of a weapon.
As used in this policy, the term “weapon” and/or destruction device shall include, but shall not be limited
to:
•
Any weapon which will or is designed to or may readily be converted to expel a projectile by the
action of an explosive;
•
The frame or receiver of any weapon described in the preceding example;
•
•
Any explosive, incendiary, or poison gas (a) bomb, (b) grenade, (c) rocket having a propellant
charge of more than four ounces, (d) missile having an explosive or incendiary charge of more
than ¼ ounce, (e) mine, or (f) similar device;
•
Any weapon which will, or which may be readily converted to, expel a projectile by the action of
an explosive or other propellant, and which has any barrel with a bore of more than ½ inch in
diameter;
•
Any combination of parts either designed or intended for use in converting any device into any
destructive device described in the two immediately preceding examples, and from which a
destructive device may be readily assembled;
•
Any bludgeon, sandclub, metal knuckles, or throwing star;
•
Any knife with a blade over 2 ½ inches. Any knife, commonly referred to as a switchblade, which
has a blade that opens automatically by hand pressure applied to a button, spring or other device
in the handle of the knife, or any knife having a blade that opens or falls or is ejected into position
by the force of gravity or by an outward, downward or centrifugal thrust or movement;
•
Any electronic device designed to discharge immobilizing levels of electricity, commonly known
as a stun gun.
Possession of a firearm or other weapon or facsimile of a weapon shall result in expulsion from school for
a period of one calendar year, except the superintendent may recommend this expulsion requirement be
modified on a case-by-case basis (see JDC). Possession of a facsimile of a weapon may result in
suspension or expulsion. Expulsion hearings for possession of a weapon shall be conducted by the
superintendent or the superintendent’s designee.
Students violating this policy shall be reported to the appropriate law enforcement agency(s) and if a
juvenile to SRS DCF (Kansas Department for Children and Families – formerly known as SRS) or the
Commissioner of Juvenile Justice.
Revised: May 21, 2012
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Newton Public Schools USD 373 Schools and Offices
Northridge Elementary School
1900 Windsor Dr Newton KS 67114
Principal: Arthur Whillock
316 284-6540
Toll Free 877-840-4138
Email Address: arthur.whillock@usd373.org
Slate Creek Elementary School
th
901 E 4 Newton KS 67114
Principal: Kevin Neuenswander
316 284-6550
Toll Free 877-840-4139
Email Address: kevin.neuenswander@usd373.org
South Breeze Elementary School
1020 Old Main Newton KS 67114
Principal: Jan Plummer
316 284-6560
Toll Free 877-840-4140
Email Address: jan.plummer@usd373.org
Sunset Elementary School
619 Boyd Newton KS 67114
Principal: Janet Weaver
316 284-6570
Toll Free 877-840-4141
Email Address: janet.weaver@usd373.org
Walton Rural Life Center
502 Main PO Box 140 Walton KS 67151
Principal: Natise Vogt
620-837-3161
Toll Free 866-837-3161
Email Address: natise.vogt@usd373.org
Santa Fe 5/6 Center
Principal: George Leary
Assistant Principal: Brenda Thompson
316 284-6270
Toll Free 877-840-4136
Email Address: george.leary@usd373.org
Email Address: brenda.thompson@usd373.org
Chisholm Middle School
st
Newton KS 67114
900 E 1
Principal: Vicki Rivero
Assistant Principal: Vacant
316 284-6260
Toll Free 877-840-4135
Email Address: vicki.rivero@usd373.org
Email Address: vacant@usd373.org
Newton High School
th
900 W 12 Newton KS 67114
Principal: Roger Erickson
316 284-6280
Toll Free 877-840-4137
Email Address: roger.erickson@usd373.org
816 Oak Newton KS 67114
Assistant Spec Ed Director: Mary Beasley
Principal: Jason Chalashtari
316 284-6510
Toll Free 866-284-6510
Email Address: mary.beasley@usd373.org
jason.chalashtari@usd373.org
Eby Learning Center
Principal: Victoria Adamé
316-283-1950 Ext. 6130
Email Address: vadame@usd373.org
Harvey County Special Education Cooperative
316 284-6580
Director: Mitch Neuenschwander
Email Address: mitch.neuenscwander@usd373.org
District Office
Superintendent: Dr. Deborah Hamm
316 284-6206
Email Address: deb.hamm@usd373.org
Asst. Superintendent for Human & Fiscal Services:
316 284-6212
Dr. Russell Miller
Email Address: russ.miller@usd373.org
Director of Business Services:
Matt Morford
316 284-6202
Email Address: matt.morford@usd373.org
Director of Instructional Services:
Sheila Wendling
316 284-6203
Email Address: sheila.wendling@usd373.org
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SANTA FE 5/6 CENTER
2013-2014
SANTA FE 5/6 CENTER
130 W. Broadway, Newton, KS 67114
(316) 284-6270 fax (316) 284-6596
Principal - Mr. Leary
Asst. Principal - Mrs. Thompson
Visit our website at http://sf-usd373-ks.schoolloop.com/
Santa Fe 5/6 Center
Student Handbook
Table of Contents
ATTENDANCE & HEALTH .............................................................................
Absences.................................................................................................................
Tardies....................................................................................................................
Check Out From School
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Contagious Diseases...............................................................................................
Health Guidelines...................................................................................................
Medication & Prescriptions....................................................................................
Accidents & Health Insurance................................................................................
COMMUNICATION & GRADES.......................................................................
Parent Teacher Conferences....................................................................................
Homework Policy....................................................................................................
HARVEY COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION COOPERATIVE...................
BUILDING LEVEL RULES................................................................................
General Guidelines..................................................................................................
Bicycle/Skateboard/Rollerblade Regulations..........................................................
Dress Code..............................................................................................................
PE Shoes..................................................................................................................
Cafeteria Rules........................................................................................................
Meal Accounts........................................................................................................
Fees…………..........................................................................................................
DISTRICT STUDENT DISCIPLINE PLAN......................................................
Philosophy...............................................................................................................
Possible Consequences for Inappropriate Behaviors...............................................
Bullying Policy.......................................................................................................
Sexual Harassment...............................................................................................
Racial Harassment................................................................................................
Weapons...............................................................................................................
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Newton USD 373 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap/disability, or age as to
treatment of students in programs and as to employment. Persons having inquiries concerning the District’s compliance with
Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Age Discrimination Act may contact the school district’s
ADA and Section 504 coordinator, 308 E 1st Newton KS 67114-3846, 316-284-6200.
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ATTENDANCE & HEALTH
Regular attendance at school is important for a student’s success. Students are expected to be at school
every day and report to class on time.
Absences
Students are expected to attend school full time except in the cases of illness or extreme family
emergency. Parents are asked to notify the school office (284-6270) before 9:00 a.m. in the event a
student must be absent from school.
Kansas statutes define truancy as three consecutive days of unexcused absences, five days in a semester,
seven days in a year or 35 hours. Once these guidelines are met, we are required to report the names of
our students to DCF (Department for Children and Families formerly known as SRS) and/or the district
attorney’s office. Please note also that students are required by law to provide a medical note if
returning to school following an absence of three consecutive days. We encourage families to provide
medical documentation for any time that is missed after seven days of absence. If a significant health
concern is not documented, we will report excessive absences to appropriate authorities.
Tardies
Late arrival to school or class is always discouraged. Excessive tardies will be dealt with by the staff
and administration on an individual basis.
In those cases where a parent’s request for dismissal during the school day is granted, the parent must
sign the student out in the office. The student should present this note to the office at the beginning of
the school day. Without prior notice from a parent or guardian, school officials will not permit a student
to leave the building without a guardian. If a student returns to school on the same day, the student must
sign back in to the front office.
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Students with medical appointments should bring a note to the front office first thing in the morning
to obtain a pass to leave class at the time of the appointment.
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Parents will be notified to pick up students if they have a temperature or have been injured. Anyone
with a temperature of 100 or higher cannot remain in school.
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Students who become ill during the day must check out through the office. The nurse or school
official will call parents to come pick up students. Students are not allowed to call home without
permission. No student will be permitted to excuse himself/herself for health reasons. Strict
enforcement of this rule is necessary for the protection of all students.
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No student is permitted to leave school for any reason during school hours without prior approval
from office personnel. Students who do so will face disciplinary action.
Contagious Diseases
A physician’s permit may be required for readmission of a student after having such an illness. Since
the student will be returning directly to the classroom after an absence, it will be necessary for the
teacher to check with the office to see if a permit will be required for that student. The nurse will be
available if there is any question.
Health Guidelines
Please keep your child at home if they are running a fever of 99.6 or above or have vomited in the past 8
hours. Your child may return to school after being fever-free for 24 hours without the use of anti-fever
medication. Students diagnosed with contagious conditions such as “pink eye” or strep throat may
return to school after 24 hours of prescribed antibiotic treatment.
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Medications & Prescriptions
All medications must be checked by the nurse. Prescription medication must be accompanied by a
written order from the doctor, as well as a parent’s signature. This includes inhalers that are selfadministered. Non-prescription medication must have a note signed by the parent. All mediations must
be in the original container and labeled with the student’s name.
Accidents & Health Insurance
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The school is not responsible for accidents occurring on school property. Students are to be taken to
their physician for treatment by the parent or other designated person.
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The school district does not purchase accident insurance to cover injuries incurred by your child at
school. We encourage all families to have accident coverage on their children, prior to participation
in any school-sponsored activity.
Health insurance is available to qualified families through Healthwave, a state insurance program.
Information may be attained in the front office or through the school social worker.
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COMMUNICATION & GRADES
Parent Teacher Conferences
Parent teacher conferences are planned for all students once in the fall and once in the spring. Parents
need to call the front office ahead of time to schedule a conference whenever a need arises. Visit our
website (http://sf-usd373-ks.schoolloop.com/) to find e-mail addresses for all staff members to contact
them via email.
Homework Policy
Homework is an essential part of the school program. The quality and quantity of the homework
assignments will vary and relate to the content of the classroom instruction and shall supplement its
purpose and objectives. Following an excused absence, all students are allowed to make up work in a
timely manner as set by the classroom teacher. Unexcused late work may not receive full credit. In
cases of extended absences, students may be required to stay before/after school to make up missed
assignments.
HARVEY COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION COOPERATIVE
Newton USD #373 is a member of the Harvey County Special Education Cooperative. Questions
pertaining to programs offered through the cooperative and based on the Santa Fe campus may be
referred to the principal’s office. Students with disabilities have an equal opportunity to participate in
all extra-curricular and non-academic services and activities. A copy of procedural safeguards and
Parent’s Rights in Special Education is available through the building principal or the Harvey County
Special Education Cooperative.
For Hearing/Speech disabled TDD users, dial the Kansas Relay Center toll-free number 1-800-7663777. Calls handled by the Relay Center are strictly confidential. The Relay operator will voice to the
hearing person the TDD user’s message, then type back to the TDD the hearing person’s words.
The Harvey County Special Education Cooperative provides services to children with disabilities
ages birth through 21. For more information, call 316-284-6580. It is the policy of the Harvey County
Special Education Cooperative to forward education records, on request, to a school in which a student
seeks or intends to enroll.
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BUILDING LEVEL RULES
General Guidelines for Student Behavior
Student discipline is based on the belief that fifth and sixth grade students are capable of making good
choices concerning their behavior and that these choices protect the rights of others, particularly as it
relates to a safe and orderly environment. It is the intent of the staff of Santa Fe to provide a safe and
orderly environment for every student. It is the obligation of all staff members and students to cooperate
toward this end. No person in our school should behave in such a manner that would be offensive to
others. Such behaviors would include, but are not be limited to: loud, boisterous conduct; spitting; using
inappropriate or bullying language; pushing, shoving, slapping; "play fighting," “horseplay,” running or
throwing objects.
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Electronics such as cell phones, MP3 players, handheld games, etc. may only be used outside the
school building, after the school day has ended. These items should remain in lockers or backpacks
during the school day and are not allowed in classrooms. These items will be confiscated and
parents will need to pick them up at school. If problems arise due to cell phone usage, the student
will lose their privilege to bring a cell phone to school. Interruptions of class caused by cell phones
will be considered inappropriate behavior.
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Students will not write on or otherwise deface lockers, walls, desks, or other school property. These
acts, along with kicking or slamming fists into lockers, will be treated as acts of vandalism.
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“Horseplay” will be subject to the same penalties as fighting because this type of rambunctious
behavior too often leads to injuries.
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Throwing snowballs at school or any place when other people are near can be dangerous; it can also
result in damaged property. Therefore, for the safety of students and the protection of school
property, students are not allowed to throw snowballs/snow on campus. Throwing snowballs at
vehicles is prohibited.
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No students should arrive to campus before 7:30 am. Students may enter the cafeteria at 7:30 a.m. to
eat school breakfast. All other students need to report to Lindley Hall if they arrive before 7:50.
Students are not permitted in the buildings before the bell at 7:50 a.m. without a pass and must be
out of the building by 3:20 p.m. unless staying with a teacher. Students should be off campus by
3:30 p.m.
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Students are not to bring food items such as pop, gum, candy, and sunflower seeds to school.
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All students must sign and adhere to the district’s Acceptable Use Policy. Staff will determine
appropriate student access and/or use of all computers.
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Animals/pets should not be brought to school by students or parents.
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Parents may call the school but are not allowed personal phones calls to students during the school
day except in the case of a family emergency.
Bicycle/Skateboard/Rollerblade Regulations
Bicycles, skateboards and roller blades may not be ridden on the sidewalks, the school campus, or
parking areas.
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For the safety of those walking, bicycles, skateboards, Heelies, roller blades, etc. should be pushed
or carried rather than ridden on school grounds.
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Upon arriving at school all bikes must be parked in racks provided.
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Students should make sure their bikes are locked in the bicycle racks. The school is NOT responsible
for theft or damage. Our district does not carry insurance for this purpose.
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Dress Code
Students are expected to dress appropriately for school every day.
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Appearance that is distracting to the learning environment is unacceptable.
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School officials will make the final determination about appropriate appearance. Students will be
directed to change into clean clothing provided in the office, unless other appropriate clothing
readily available.
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Students will not wear clothing with suggestive or alcohol/tobacco related words or pictures. Shirts
must be long enough to cover the beltline so that the torso is not visible.
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Hats may not be worn in the building.
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The style of wearing pants or shorts known as "sagging" is not permitted on campus.
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Shorts must reach the end of a person’s fingertips as arms are held down the side of the body with
open hands. Likewise skirts, dresses or any clothing item with a slit must meet the same guideline.
• Extreme styles of dress, makeup, or hair color will not be accepted.
PE Shoes
The PE department recommends any soft-soled shoe that fits snugly around the foot be worn for
physical education. PE shoes should be kept in your locker and brought to PE class. Shoes that are not
acceptable for PE include any boots, sandals, flip-flops, dress shoes, or slick soled shoes. Students
wearing inappropriate shoes will not be allowed to participate in activities that may be a safety hazard
without appropriate shoes.
Cafeteria Rules
It is our hope that the breakfast and lunch periods will provide a time when students can socialize with
one another and relax. In order for everyone to enjoy their meal in a safe and orderly environment, all
students must obey the following rules.
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Students may go through the lunch line once and should get all needed items at that time. Once
students sit down they will not be allowed to return.
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Appropriate table manners and speech volume are expected.
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Students will remain at designated tables until dismissed by cafeteria supervisor. Students will not
get up and move about or leave during mealtime without permission.
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Lunch tables and the surrounding areas should be left clean – all paper, excess food, etc, should be
placed in the trash cans. Teachers will assign two students each week to clean the tables.
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Students may not take food out of the cafeteria.
Meal Accounts
Breakfast and lunch will be offered at school starting the first day. If you have a child with a special
diet, please contact the school as special diets are prepared separately for students in these cases. A
doctor’s note will be required.
Online Payment – Using the Infinite Campus parent portal, parents are now able to make online
payments for student meals. Credit cards and e-checks will be accepted. Using the portal eliminates the
need to send cash or checks with a student to school and provides parents a simple way to stay on top of
school lunch accounts. Parents may check lunch balances by logging in the Infinite Campus parent portal
through the district website at www.usd373.org
Online Free & Reduced Meal Applications – Free & Reduced Meal Applications are available through
the Infinite Campus parent portal at www.usd373.org. In addition, Free & Reduced meal Applications
will be available on the district website to download and print, or can be picked up at any school office.
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A parent portal account is required to access the features listed above. To obtain a parent portal account,
Cash or Check
• Checks should be made payable to USD 373.
• Money or checks should be sent to the school in an envelope marked with your child’s name and
classroom teacher’s name printed on the front.
• Charges are limited to 2 meals (including breakfast & lunch) per student.
Fees
Payment for all textbook fees are due at the time of enrollment, and payment for all other student fees
are due at the time of purchase. USD373 is in contract with CCM Enterprises of Wichita, KS, to handle
collections on unpaid accounts. Unpaid fees may include balances owed for school meals, textbooks fees
and materials, pay-for-participation fees, lost or damaged books, and other miscellaneous fees.
Additional charges wll apply to accounts submitted for collection. Parents contact by CCM Enterprises
regarding past due accounts should correspond with CCM Enterprises at 316-612-9140 to resolve
account balances. For general questions and/or questions regarding the collection of past due accounts,
contact Kim Fiessinger at 316-284-6217.
NEWTON USD #373 DISCIPLINE PLAN
PHILOSOPHY We Believe...
• That it is the school's responsibility to provide a positive climate for learning.
• That the schools should emphasize positive incentives and recognition which promote selfdiscipline.
• That discipline is an essential part of education.
• That students have rights and responsibilities.
• That school rules should be established and understood by parents, teachers and students.
• That parents should be deeply involved in the discipline of their children.
• That parents, teachers, and administrators should help students work toward self-discipline, selfcontrol, and self-responsibility.
• That disciplinary action should be in accordance with the policy of the Newton Board of
Education and as stated in the State of Kansas laws.
POSSIBLE CONSEQUENCES FOR INAPPROPRIATE BEHAVIORS
Students and their parents must be aware that inappropriate behaviors result in consequences to be
determined by the principal in consultation, if necessary, with the teacher involved. The consequences
may include:
• Conference with the principal or teacher
• Conference with principal, teacher, student, and parent
• Written notification to parent
• Referral to counselor/social worker and/or building team
• Peer group mediation
• After-school detention
• In-school suspension
• Alternative Educational Placement
• Out-of-school suspension
• Possible police involvement if deemed appropriate
• Long-term suspension or expulsion from district schools
• Long-term suspension or expulsion is possible for extreme or multiple behaviors regardless of
the guidelines in the discipline plan
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Any Offense- The principal, parent, and police will meet to discuss the incident. Consequences will be
considered as part of the punishment. The students should be referred to the counselor and an age
Behavior: Disruptive
Behavior: Inappropriate
Maximum response - In-school suspension
Behavior: Possession of Dangerous Devices
Includes, but not limited to: knives with a blade over 2½ inches, explosive devices such as firecrackers,
sink bombs, etc.
Definition: Weapon means an article that is not per se a dangerous weapon that is used for the purpose
of inflicting bodily harm upon a person or is used to cause a person to be placed in fear of bodily harm.
Examples include, but are not limited to belts, combs, pencils, files, compasses, chains, and scissors.
Bomb Threat
Any Offense - The principal, parents, and police will meet to discuss the incident. Consequences will
be determined by the principal following consultation with the parents and teacher. The student will be
referred to the counselor or social worker. A possible recommendation for long-term suspension or
expulsion.
Drug/Drug Look-Alike (sale or distribution)
decided by the principal following consultation with parents and teacher. Suspension should be
Drug/Drug Look-Alike (use or possession)
Endangerment
1st Offense - A student may given 1 to 3 days out-of-school suspension. If a suspension is used, contact
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must be made with either law enforcement or other social agencies. The child will also be referred to
the school counselor and building team.
Subsequent Offenses - A student may be given up to 5 days out-of-school suspension with a possible
recommendation for long-term suspension or expulsion and a police report must be filed.
Extortion
Fighting
Fire Alarms / Other emergency alarms
Forgery
Gang Indicia
Harassment (Includes, but not limited to: sexual and racial harassment)
Insubordination
Maximum response - Up to one day in-school suspension and notify parent
Language: Inappropriate toward staff
Other Behaviors
1st Offense - Minimum of 1 day, maximum of 3 days out-of-school suspension and possible
involvement with the police or other social services as deemed appropriate by the building
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administrator. Any direct attack or striking of a teacher or other school employee, particularly any
attack which results in physical injury may result in up to 5 days suspension. Police and social services
may also become involved at this time. The students will also be referred to the school counselor or
social worker and possibly the school's building team.
Subsequent Offenses - Minimum of 5 days out-of-school suspension and further involvement with the
police and other social agencies. The parents will also be informed of the charges. A possible
Physical Assault: Student / Battery
Possession of Weapons
Any Offense - Up to 186 days out-of-school suspension, notify police or other social agencies if deemed
appropriate, and recommendation for long-term suspension or expulsion per board policy.
Definitions: Dangerous weapon means loaded or unloaded firearm, replica firearm, knuckles, butterfly
knife, chains, clubs, throwing star, switch-blade knife or other knife with a blade over 2½ inches in
length or any other article that is commonly used or is designated to inflict bodily harm.
Replica firearm means a realistic replica of a firearm that, because of the appearance of such replica
firearm, could be used to place a person in fear of bodily harm.
Theft
Tobacco (Use or possession)
Trespass USD Property
Unexcused Absence
Any offense - Notify parent and follow state truancy guidelines when appropriate
Vandalism
Verbal Assault: School Employee
Verbal or Written Assault: Student/Threat
Includes, but not limited to, intimidation, verbal abuse, written, or other
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Bullying Policy
USD #373 prohibits bullying and cyber-bullying in any form, including electronic means, on or while
using school property, in a school vehicle or at a school-sponsored activity or event. The administration
shall propose, and the board shall review and approve a plan to address bullying on school property, in a
school vehicle or at a school-sponsored activity or event.
The plan shall include provisions for the training and education of staff members and students and shall
include appropriate community involvement as approved by the board. Students who have bullied
others in violation of this policy may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including suspension
and expulsion. If appropriate, students who violate the bullying prohibition shall be reported to local
law enforcement.
Sexual Harassment
environment. Sexual harassment shall not be tolerated in the school district. Sexual harassment of
employees or students of the district by board members, administrators, certificated and support
personnel, students, vendors, and any others having business or other contact with the school district is
strictly prohibited.
Sexual harassment is unlawful discrimination of the basis of sex under Title IX of the Education
Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the Kansas Acts Against
Discrimination. All forms of sexual harassment are prohibited at school, on school property, and at all
school-sponsored activities, programs or events. Sexual harassment against individuals associated with
the school is prohibited, whether or not the harassment occurs on school grounds.
It shall be a violation of this policy for any student, employee or third party (visitor, vendor, etc.)
to sexually harass any student, employee or other individual associated with the school. It shall further
be a violation for any employee to discourage a student from filing a complaint, or to fail to investigate
or refer for investigation, any complaint lodged under the provisions of this policy.
Sexual harassment is unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other
inappropriate oral, written or physical conduct of a sexual nature when made by a member of the school
staff to a student or when made by any student to another student when: (1) submission to such conduct
is made, explicitly or implicitly, a term or condition of the individual's education; (2) submission to or
rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for academic decisions affecting that
individual; or (3) such conduct has the purpose or effect of interfering with an individual's academic or
professional performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive academic environment.
Sexual harassment may result from verbal or physical conduct or written or graphic material. Sexual
harassment may include, but is not limited to: verbal harassment or abuse; pressure for sexual activity;
repeated remarks to a person, with sexual or demeaning implication; unwelcome touching; or suggesting
or demanding sexual involvement accompanied by implied or explicit threats concerning a student's
grades, participation in extra-curricular activities, etc.
The district encourages all victims of sexual harassment and persons with knowledge of such
harassment to report the harassment immediately. The district will promptly investigate all complaints
of sexual harassment and take prompt corrective action to end harassment.
Any student who believes that he or she has been subjected to sexual harassment should discuss
the alleged harassment with the building principal, another administrator, the guidance counselor, or
another certified staff member. Any school employee who receives a complaint of sexual harassment
from a student shall inform the student of the employee’s obligation to report the complaint and any
proposed resolution of the complaint to the building principal. If the building principal is the alleged
harasser, the complaint shall be reported to the district compliance coordinator. The building principal
or district compliance coordinator shall discuss the complaint with the student to determine if it can be
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initiate a formal complaint under the district’s discrimination complaint procedure.
Complaints received will be investigated to determine whether, under the totality of the
circumstances, the alleged behavior constitutes sexual harassment under the definition outlined above.
Unacceptable student conduct may or may not constitute sexual harassment, depending on the nature of
the conduct and its severity, pervasiveness and persistence. Behaviors which are unacceptable but do
not constitute harassment may provide grounds for discipline under the code of student conduct.
An employee who witnesses an act of sexual harassment shall report the incident to the building
principal. Employees who fail to report complaints or incidents of sexual harassment to appropriate
appropriate corrective action in response to complaints of sexual harassment may also face disciplinary
action.
When a complaint contains evidence of criminal activity or child abuse, the building coordinator
or district coordinator shall report such conduct to the appropriate law enforcement or DCF authorities.
To the extent possible, confidentiality will be maintained throughout the investigation of a
complaint. The desire for confidentiality must be balanced with the district’s obligation to conduct a
thorough investigation, to take appropriate corrective action or to provide due process to the accused.
The filing of a complaint or otherwise reporting sexual harassment shall not reflect upon the
individual’s status or grades. Any act of retaliation against any person who has filed a complaint or
testified, assisted, or participated in an investigation of a sexual harassment complaint is prohibited.
Any person who retaliates is subject to immediate disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion for
a student or termination of employment for an employee.
False or malicious complaints of sexual harassment may result in corrective or disciplinary
action against the complainant.
A summary of this policy and related materials shall be posted in each district facility. The
policy shall also be published in student, parent and employee handbooks and the district website as
directed by the district compliance coordinator.
Racial Harassment
USD #373 is committed to providing a positive and productive learning and working environment, free
from discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color or national origin. Discrimination
or harassment on the basis of race, color or national origin (‘”racial harassment”) shall not be tolerated
in the school district. Racial harassment of employees or students of the district by board members,
administrators, certificated and support personnel, students, vendors, and any others having business or
other contact with the school district is strictly prohibited.
Racial harassment is unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color or national origin under
Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the Kansas Acts Against Discrimination. All
forms of racial harassment are prohibited at school, on school property, and at all school-sponsored
activities, programs or events. Racial harassment against individuals associated with the school is
prohibited, whether or not the harassment occurs on school grounds.
It shall be a violation of this policy for any student, employee or third party (visitor, vendor, etc.) to
racially harass any student, employee or other individual associated with the school. It shall further be a
violation for any employees to discourage a student from filing a complaint, or to fail to investigate or
refer for investigation, any complaint lodged under the provisions of this policy.
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Affords a student different treatment, solely on the basis of race, color or national origin, in a manner
which interferes with or limits the ability of the student to participate in or benefit from the services,
activities or programs of the school;
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Is sufficiently severe, pervasive or persistent so as to have the purpose or effect of creating a hostile
academic environment, or
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Is sufficiently severe, pervasive or persistent so as to have the purpose or effect of interfering with a
student’s academic performance or ability to participate in or benefit from the services, activities or
programs of the school.
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The district encourages all victims of racial harassment and persons with knowledge of such
harassment to report the harassment immediately. The district will promptly investigate all compliance
of racial harassment and take prompt corrective action to end the harassment.
Any student who believes he or she has been subject to racial harassment or has witnessed an act of
alleged racial harassment should discuss the alleged harassment with the building principal, another
administrator, the social worker, or another certified staff member. Any school employee who receives
a complaint of racial harassment from a student shall inform the student of the employee’s obligation to
report the complaint and any proposed resolution of the complaint to the building principal. If the
building principal is the alleged harasser, the complaint shall be reported to the district compliance
coordinator. The building principal shall discuss the complaint with the student to determine if it can be
initiate a formal complaint under the district’s discrimination complaint procedure.
circumstances, the alleged behavior constitutes racial harassment under the definition outlined above.
Unacceptable student conduct may or may not constitute racial harassment, depending on the nature of
the conduct and its severity, pervasiveness and persistence. Behaviors which are unacceptable but do
not constitute harassment may provide grounds for discipline under the code of student conduct. The
discipline of a student for violation of any provision of the code of student conduct may be enhanced if
the conduct is racially motivated.
An employee who witnesses an act of racial harassment shall report the incident to the building
principal. Employees who fail to report complaints or incidents of racial harassment to appropriate
appropriate corrective action in response to complaints of racial harassment may also face disciplinary
action.
When a complaint contains evidence of criminal activity or child abuse, the compliance coordinator
shall report such conduct to the appropriate law enforcement or DCF (Department for Children and
Families formerly known as SRS) authorities.
To the extent possible confidentiality will be maintained throughout the investigation of a complaint.
The desire for confidentiality must be balanced with the district’s obligation to conduct a thorough
The filing of a complaint or otherwise reporting racial harassment shall not reflect upon the
student’s status or grades. Any act of retaliation against any person who has filed a complaint or
testified, assisted, or participated in an investigation of a racial harassment complaint is prohibited. Any
person who retaliates is subject to immediate disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion for a
student or termination of employment for an employee.
False or malicious complaints of racial harassment may result in corrective or disciplinary action
against the complainant.
A summary of this policy and related materials shall be available in each district facility. The
policy shall also be published in student, parent and employee handbooks as directed by the district
compliance coordinator.
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Weapons
weapon at school, on school property or at a school-sponsored event. This shall include any weapon,
any item being used as a weapon or destructive device, or any facsimile of a weapon.
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As used in this policy, the term “weapon” and/or destruction device shall include, but shall not be
limited to:
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Any weapon which will or is designed to or may readily be converted to expel a projectile by the
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The frame or receiver of any weapon described in the preceding example;
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Any explosive, incendiary, or poison gas (a) bomb, (b) grenade, (c) rocket having a propellant
charge of more than four ounces, (d) missile having an explosive or incendiary charge of more than
¼ ounce, (e) mine, or (f) similar device;
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Any weapon which will, or which may be readily converted to, expel a projectile by the action of an
explosive or other propellant, and which has any barrel with a bore of more than ½ inch in diameter;
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Any bludgeon, sand-club, metal knuckles, or throwing star;
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Any knife with a blade over 2½ inches or a knife, commonly referred to as a switchblade, which has
a blade that opens automatically by hand pressure applied to a button, spring or other device in the
handle of the knife, or any knife having a blade that opens or falls or is ejected into position by the
force of gravity or by an outward, downward or centrifugal thrust or movement;
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a stun gun.
Penalties for Possession:
Possession of a firearm or other weapon or facsimile of a weapon shall result in expulsion from school
for a period of one calendar year, except the superintendent may recommend this expulsion requirement
be modified on a case-by-case basis. Possession of a facsimile of a weapon may result in suspension or
expulsion. Expulsion hearings for possession of a weapon shall be conducted by the superintendent or
the superintendent’s designee. Students violating this policy shall be reported as having a felony or
misdemeanor and also referred to the appropriate law enforcement agency, and if a juvenile to DCF
(Department for Children and Families formerly known as SRS) or the Commissioner of Juvenile
Justice.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
A Message from the Administration …………………………………………………………………………….……………….. pg 1
General Guidelines for Student Behavior …………………………………………………………………………………..…. pg 1
Building Level Rules …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..….. pg 1
Morning Guidelines ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. pg 2
Bicycle Regulations ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. pg 2
Dress Code ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. pg 2
Cafeteria Rules …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…. pg 3
Meal Ticket ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…. pg 3
Student Discipline Plan for Middle School …………………………………………………………………………………..... pg 4
Possible Disciplinary Actions ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….… pg 4
District Discipline Plan ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….….. pg 5
Sexual Harassment………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………... pg 7
Racial Harassment ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...... pg 8
Weapons ………………………………………………………………………………………….............................................. pg 9
Penalties for Possession………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… pg 10
Bully Behavior ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. pg 10
Academic Dishonesty, Cheating & Plagiarism ……………………………………………………………………………..… pg 10
Drug Free Workplace ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….… pg 10
Student Mental Health ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….... pg 10
Dropout Prevention …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…. pg 10
Guidance ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. pg 10
Homebound Instruction ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..… pg 10
Drug Education …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. pg 10
Drug Free Schools …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. pg 11
Student Coduct …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. pg 11
Communication/Grades ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..… pg 11
Parent Teacher Conferences ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….… pg 11
Change of Address/Contact Information …………………………………………………………………………………….… pg 11
Use of School Phones ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…… pg 11
Honor Roll Policy …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………... pg 11
Academic Progress ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. pg 11
Parent Portal Access ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………. pg 12
Homework Policy ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….... pg 12
Attendance …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………... pg 12
Tardies …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….….……..… pg 12
Absences …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..….. pg 12
Check out from School ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. pg 13
Check out for Medical Appointments or Illness ……………………………………………………………………......... pg 13
Excuse for Contagious Diseases ……………………………………………………………………………………………..……… pg 13
Medication Guidelines ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…... pg 13
Fees ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….……… pg 13
Harvey County Special Education Cooperative …………………………………………………………………….……….. pg 14
A Message from the Principal Administration
Dear Students and Parents
We are so glad to have you with us for the 2013-14 school year at CMS. We are happy
that you join our family of staff, students, and parents as we continue our journey together
as a successful 7th/8th grade center. We will learn that in all aspects of our life we can excel
if we put forth effort and are willing to be persistent in our actions. Please know that the
staff welcomes your input and support. We encourage you to stop by the office at any time
to share your thoughts or express any concerns.
This handbook is designed to make you aware of the school policies that are necessary
for operating a safe and orderly learning environment. Please review these expectations as
a family to help eliminate misunderstandings during the school year.
SUCCESS-THE ONLY OPTION guides the belief and practices of the CMS staff.
Communication is an essential ingredient. Our students are the first priority in all we do to
offer the best education possible. Welcome!! ¡Bienvenida!!
Vicki Rivero, Principal Vicki Rivero, Don Cameron, Chris Headrick
GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR STUDENT BEHAVIOR
Student discipline for middle school is based on the belief that middle school age students are capable of making good
choices concerning their behavior and that these choices protect the rights of others, particularly as it relates to a safe
and orderly environment. It is the intent of the CMS staff to provide a safe and orderly environment for every
student. It is the obligation of all staff members and students to cooperate toward this end. No person in our
school should commit, act or behave in such a manner that would be offensive to others. Such acts or behavior
would include, but are not be limited to: loud, boisterous conduct; spitting; using foul or abusive language;
pushing, shoving, slapping, "play fighting," “horseplay,” running or throwing objects.
BUILDING LEVEL RULES
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Students SHOULD NOT bring personal possessions to school that are not appropriate for normal school
operations. (Examples include radios, CD’s, CD players, headsets, toys, games, etc.) These items will be
confiscated if they are observed during the school day. Parents will need to pick them up from an
administrator at school. The school is not responsible for any lost or stolen possessions of this nature.
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Cell phones may be carried in clothing pocket, a trapper or purse. These items may be used ONLY
with teacher permission during the class. Items may be turned on and used before the first bell and
after the school day ends unless students are involved in H2O or an after school activity. If a cell
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phone is heard during class or is seen by a teacher, the phone will be consficated. Parents will need to
make arrangements to pick up phones from one of the administrators and students may lose the privilege
of bringing a cell phone to school. The school is not responsible for any lost or stolen cell phones when
students choose to bring them to school.
Students will not write on or otherwise deface or damage lockers, walls, desks, or other school property.
These acts, along with kicking or slamming fists into lockers, will be treated as acts of vandalism.
Students will not litter the halls, classrooms or the building grounds.
Fighting: The penalty for fights off campus will be the same as for fighting on campus, if it is determined
that the fight was prearranged on campus. “Horseplay” will be subject to the same penalties as fighting
because this type of rambunctious behavior too often leads to injuries.
Throwing snowballs on school property when other people are near can be dangerous; it can also result in
injury. Therefore, students are NOT ALLOWED to throw snowballs/snow on school grounds. Throwing
snowballs at vehicles is strictly prohibited.
Students will conduct themselves in an appropriate manner when they are in the building. Students are
not allowed to go to lockers or be in classrooms before 8:00 a.m. and must be out of the buildings by 3:25
p.m. unless staying with a teacher or participating in a school sponsored activity. Students should be off
the school grounds by 3:30 p.m. unless participating in a school-sponsored activity. Students may enter
the cafeteria for breakfast beginning at 7:45 a.m.
Students are not to bring food items such as pop or sunflower seeds to school. Food items purchased at
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Staff will determine appropriate student access and/or use of all computers. Complete compliance is
expected when students use computers in our building.
Students will not ‘double up’ or otherwise change their locker assignment use their locker only.
Every adult in this building will address inappropriate behaviors. The principal or assistant principal will
determine discipline consequences for all students sent to the office with a referral.
Inappropriate Public Display of Affection will result in consequences related to frequency of problem.
A student kicking a locker will be sent to the office after giving a warning. Kicking a locker could be
handled as vandalism.
Throwing objects in the building or outside of the building can lead to damage of school property,
cars, or even people. Please do not throw any items while on school property, including, but not
limited to rocks, snowballs, etc.
MORNING GUIDELINES
The purpose of the early morning supervision in gyms is to provide a safe place for students to wait for the
beginning of the school day. If the following guidelines are not followed, students may lose this
opportunity for a short or extended period of time. We offer this service to help our families.
• Railer West area opened each school day from 7:45 a.m. until the bell rings at 8:00 a.m. for 8th grade.
• Railer East area opened each school day from 7:45 a.m. until the bell rings at 8:00 7:55a.m. for 7th grade.
• Upon entering the area, students will be expected to sit in grade assigned seating areas of the bleachers
and must be visible to supervising staff.
• All school rules apply before school. Any food/snacks/breakfast or drinks must be consumed BEFORE
entering these areas. If you send breakfast with your young person please have them report to the cafeteria
or the office to consume any food or drinks.
• Students will be expected to talk quietly since some students utilize this time to complete homework.
• Students are not allowed to enter the PE locker rooms before the first bell.
• Students needing assistance should contact the supervising staff.
BICYCLE REGULATIONS-Discipline policy will be followed if students fail to comply.
Bicycles must NOT be ridden on the sidewalks, the school grounds or parking areas.
• Students are NOT to ride bikes on campus during the school day.
• Upon arriving at school all bikes must be parked and locked in racks provided.
• Bicycles should be pushed rather than ridden on school grounds for the safety of those walking
• Students should make sure their bikes are locked in the bicycle racks. The school is NOT
responsible for theft or damage. Our district does not carry insurance for this purpose. Stolen bicycles
might not be retrieved, though families may file a police report with the school resource officer.
DRESS CODE-Students are expected to dress appropriately for school every day.
School Administration will decide if clothing is extreme or inappropriate for school.
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Students will not wear clothing with suggestive words or pictures. Shirts must be long enough to cover
the beltline so that the torso is not visible. Tank tops with large armholes and/or low necklines may not be
worn unless another appropriate shirt is worn underneath. Girls should not wear shirts that have
spaghetti straps or racer shirt styles. Tank tops should be at least an inch wide.
Hats may not be worn in the building.
The style of wearing pants or shorts known as "sagging" is not permitted in our building. Students will be
required to use a belt or rope to tighten the waistband to insure clothing remains around a student's waist.
Students are asked to use discretion when choosing shorts. Shorts must reach the end of a person’s
fingertips as arms are held down the side of the body with open hands. Likewise skirts, dresses, holy jeans
or any clothing item with a slit must meet the same guideline.
No clothing with alcohol, or tobacco or drug logos may be worn.
Extreme styles of dress, makeup, or hair color will not be accepted. Appearance that is distracting to the
learning environment is unacceptable.
School officials will make the final determinations about appropriate appearance. Students will be
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directed to change into clean clothing provided in the office, unless they have a gym suit or other
appropriate clothing readily available.
It is suggested that students inquire to administrators or teachers before wearing clothes they suspect may
not meet the guidelines.
Cafeteria Rules
It is our hope that the breakfast and lunch periods will provide a time when students can socialize with one
another and relax. In order for everyone to enjoy their meal in a safe and orderly environment, all students must
obey the following rules. Discipline policy will be followed for failure to comply with rules. The lunch period is
a ‘closed cafeteria.’ Only with permission, will students be allowed to leave school during meal time.
• Students may go through the lunch line once and should get all needed items at that time. Once students
sit down they will not be allowed to return. They should raise a hand and a supervisor will get the
forgotten item/s.
• There will be a maximum of 6 to a table in the cafeteria. When lining up to leave the cafeteria,
students will be in a single file line and not moving around in the area to visit with other students.
• Students will remain at designated tables until dismissed by lunchtime supervisor.
• Students will not get up and move about during mealtime without permission from the lunchtime
supervisor.
• Students must check with one of the supervisors before leaving the cafeteria for any reason.
• Lunch tables and the surrounding areas should be left clean – all paper, excess food, etc, should be placed
in the trash cans. Teachers will assign two students each week to clean the tables and all students will
take turns helping out.
• Students may not take food out of the cafeteria.
• Appropriate table manners and speech volume are expected.
• No running in the cafeteria; no throwing food; no saving seats at your table.
• Leave food alone that belongs to other students; do not play with food; do not ask for food from others.
• If food is accidentally spilled, alert one of the custodians and help clean up any mess.
Meal Ticket
It is the student’s responsibility to notify parents that additional money is needed.
• Online Payments for Meals – Using the Infinite Campus parent portal, parents are now able to make online
payments for student meals. Credit cards and e-checks will be accepted. Using the portal eliminates the
need to send cash or checks with a student to school and provides parents a simple way to stay on top of
school lunch accounts.
• A parent portal account is required to access the features listed above. To obtain a parent portal account,
• Cash or checks must be in an envelope with the student’s name and amount labeled on the front.
Envelopes are available at the front desk by the slot that these payments are to be placed in. The money is
kept in a family account. Money turned in by 9:00 a.m. is credited on the same day.
• Checks should be made payable to USD #373.
• Only two (2) charges will be allowed unless special arrangements are made with the Food Services
personnel.
• Students will have had four warnings by the time they have two charges. It is the students responsibility
to notify parents that additional money is needed. Statements will be provided to students as their
account reaches $5.00 and below. These statements are provided once a week.
• Students with 2 charges and no money will be offered a peanut butter cheese sandwich and milk. Students
may not purchase items from the A-la-Carte line while they have unpaid charges. using their account if
their account has unpaid charges on it. They may however purchase A-la-Carte items with cash.
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Student Discipline Plan for Middle Schools
When problems are recognized with a student’s behavior, the
discipline guidelines provide objective guidance for school
administrators as they handle appropriate consequences. We believe
the points will provide each student a measurable indicator of their
accumulated rule infractions. The goal of the point system at the middle school is to correct undesirable
behaviors that distract from the learning environment. An effective discipline plan applied fairly and
consistently will provide a safe, orderly, and productive environment.
Each rule infraction has a “point value” assigned to the student behaviors, along with administrative
consequence to be enforced for each behavior. When a student accumulates twenty-five points, a mandatory
conference will be held involving the student, parents, administration, and others as appropriate. A second
conference occurs once 50 points are accumulated. The purpose of these meetings is to communicate what
type of behavior has been exhibited, what long-term consequences may occur should this behavior continue,
and what support is required from the school and parents to improve behavior and encourage academic
success.
When a student accumulates seventy-five points, a formal hearing will be held to recommend removal of the
student from further attendance in our district. Points accumulate on a yearly basis. If a student is removed
from school attendance for a period of time less than the end of a school year, the student returns to school
with a balance of forty-five points.
• 25 points – Students reaching a total of 25 points will have a parent conference with the
administrator and others deemed appropriate.
• 50 points – Students reaching a total of 50 points will have a parent conference with the
administrator and others deemed appropriate.
• 75 points – Students reaching a total of 75 points will have a hearing scheduled and possible longterm suspension or expulsion from school will be recommended.
Possible Disciplinary Actions:
Children and their parents must be aware that inappropriate behaviors result in consequences to be
determined by the principal, who may consult with the teacher involved. The consequences could include:
• Administrative Conference
The building principal or assistant principal meets with the student to develop positive behaviors. The
conference may include parents, guardians, and/or faculty, as well as the student.
• Extended Day Program (office detentions)
Time after school may be assigned for violations of the school rules. This may be assigned for any of the
violations listed in the “General Guidelines” or the District Discipline Plan. Extended school day assignments
will take precedence over school activities such as sports or other personal activities. As part of the extended
day program students will work through activities that address behaviors. Failure to report for this time will
be counted as truant hours.
• In School Suspension
Students are placed in a supervised area for a specific length of time. Assignments from teachers are
requested for the student by the office. Students are not allowed to talk in this setting and must remain
focused on work. If behaviors continue, students will be sent home.
• Saturday School
Saturday Detention is an approved discipline measure that may be assigned by the administrative team as a
consequence for identified behavior violations.
1. These detentions will generally be between 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
2. No food, drinks, sleeping or visiting will be allowed. Any disruptions may result in increased
length of time served.
3. Students will be expected to complete assigned tasks related to their specific misbehavior and
then will be able to complete homework. The principal or detention teacher will make the
determination for each student.
4. Failure to report for Saturday Detention will result in further disciplinary action as deemed
appropriate by the principal. Hours assigned as a result of behavior or academic concerns are
considered to be part of the compulsory attendance policy. Hours not served will be recorded as
unexcused truant hours. Names are turned in to appropriate authorities (DCF-Department of
Children and Families formerly known as SRS) when 35 hours are compiled.
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• Short-Term Suspension
This suspension is a period of time, not to exceed 10 day; a student may be removed from school. Students
are NOT permitted to attend any school activities or come onto school grounds while on suspension.
• Long-Term Suspension
This suspension is a period of time a student is removed from school for more than ten days. Students
are NOT permitted to attend any school activities or come onto school grounds while on suspension.
• Expulsion
Expulsion occurs when a student is removed from school for the remainder of the current school year.
An expulsion may last for up to 186 school days and extend over two school years.
Other possible consequences
• Written notification to parents
• Referral to counselor, social worker, and/or building team
• Alternative educational placement
• Possible police involvement, if deemed appropriate for any offense
DISTRICT DISCIPLINE PLAN
75 points
Any offense – mandatory 5 days out-of-school suspension, notify police and recommendation for long-term
suspension or expulsion.
40 points
1st offense – 5 days out-of-school suspension (reduced to 3 days if student has a professional chemical
dependency assessment made) and notify police.
Subsequent offenses – mandatory 5 days out-of-school suspension notify police and recommendation for longterm suspension or expulsion.
Behavior: Disruptive (behaviors that distract other students during instruction or classroom
work periods)
15 points
1st offense – up to 1 day in-school suspension (contingent upon situation)
2nd offense – up to 3 days out-of-school suspension (contingent upon situation)
Subsequent offenses – up to 5 days out-of-school suspension (contingent upon situation)
Behavior: Inappropriate
5 points
Any offense – up to 3 days in-school suspension (SCC)
Behavior: Possession of Dangerous Devices
15 points
1st offense – up to 3 days in-school suspension (SCC)
2nd offense – up to 3 days out-of-school suspension
Subsequent offenses – up to 5 days out-of-school suspension (Includes but is not limited to, knives with a blade over 2 ½
inches, explosive devices such as firecrackers, stink bombs, etc.)
Bomb Threat
75 points
Drug/Drug Look Alike (sale or distribution)
75 points
suspension or expulsion
Endangerment
75 points
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Gang Indicia
15 points
1st offense – up to 1-day in-school suspension (ISS) (contingent upon situation)
2nd offense – up to 3 days out-of-school suspension, notify police (contingent upon situation)
Subsequent offenses – up to 5 days out-of-school suspension, notify police (contingent upon situation)
Harassment
15 points
1st offense – up to 3 days in-school suspension (ISS)
2nd offense – up to 3 days out-of-school suspension
Subsequent offenses – up to 5 days out-of-school suspension (Includes but is not limited to sexual and racial
harassment)
Insubordination
5points
1st offense – 1 hour of detention
2nd offense – up to 1-day in-school suspension (SCC)
Subsequent offenses – up to 5 days out-of-school suspension (contingent upon situation)
5 points
1st offense – up to 3 hours of detention
Subsequent offenses – up to 3 days of in-school suspension (SCC)
Language: Inappropriate Toward Staff
25 points
1st offense – 1 to 3 days out-of-school suspension
2nd offense – 3 to 5 days out-of-school suspension
Subsequent offenses – mandatory 5 days out-of-school suspension and possible recommendation for long-term
5 points
2nd offense – up to 3 days in-school suspension (SCC)
Subsequent offenses – up to 3 days out-of –school suspension
Other Behaviors
15 points
2nd offense – up to 3 days in-school suspension (SCC)
Subsequent offenses – up to 3 days out-of-school suspension
75 points
Any offense – up to 5 days out-of-school suspension, refer to police and possible recommendation for
long-term suspension or expulsion.
Physical Assault: Student/Battery
25 points
1st offense – up to 3 days out-of-school suspension (contingent upon situation)
2nd offense – up to 5 days out-of-school suspension (contingent upon situation)
Subsequent offenses – mandatory 5 days out-of-school suspension and recommendation for long-term
Theft
25 points
1st offense – up to 3 days out-of-school suspension, notify police (contingent upon situation)
2nd offense – 3-5 days out-of-school suspension, notify police (contingent upon situation)
Subsequent offenses – 5 days out-of-school suspension, notify police and recommendation for long term
suspension or expulsion (contingent upon situation)
25 points
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Subsequent offenses – mandatory 5 days out-of-school suspension, notify police and recommendation for long
term suspension or expulsion (contingent upon situation)
Possession of Weapons (use or possession)
75 points
Any offense – mandatory 5 days out-of-school suspension, notify police and recommendation for long term
Tobacco (use or possession)
25 points
1st offense – up to 3 days out-of-school suspension OR attendance at Tobacco ‘N Teens Program (contingent
upon situation)
2nd offense - -up to 5 days out-of-school suspension (contingent upon situation)
Subsequent offenses – 5 days out-of-school suspension or expulsion (contingent upon situation)
Subsequent offenses – 5 days out-of-school suspension and recommendation for long-term suspension or
expulsion (contingent upon situation)
Trespass USD property
15 points
Subsequent offenses – 5 days out-of-school suspension, notify police (contingent upon situation)
Unexcused Absence
Any offense – notify parent and follow state truancy guidelines
Vandalism
15 points
Any offense – up to 5 days out-of-school suspension, possible referral to police and possible recommendation
for long-term suspension or expulsion (contingent upon situation)
Verbal Assault: Employee/Threat
25 points
1st offense – up to 5 days out-of-school suspension and notify police if appropriate
2nd offense – up to 5 days out-of-school suspension and notify police if appropriate
Subsequent offenses – 5 days out-of-school suspension and recommendation for long-term suspension or
expulsion (contingent upon situation)
Verbal Assault: Student/Threat
15 points
1st offense – up to 3 days in-school suspension (SCC), and notify police in appropriate
2nd offense – up to 3 days out-of-school suspension, and notify police if appropriate
Subsequent offenses – up to 5 days out-of-school suspension, and notify police if appropriate
Sexual Harassment
USD #373 is committed to providing a positive learning and working environment for its students and
employees and will not tolerate sexual harassment or sexual violence. Sexual harassment is illegal. It is a
violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and
may constitute sexual abuse under Kansas statutes. This policy applies to males or females, including same sex
harassment. This policy is applicable to students while on school premises and while participating in offcampus school sponsored activities. Sexual harassment of any student in the district by board members,
administrators, certified and support personnel, students, vendors, and any others having business or other
contact with the school district is strictly prohibited.
Sexual harassment is unwelcome sexual advances, request for sexual favors, or other inappropriate oral,
written, or physical conduct of a sexual nature when:
1. Submission to such conduct is made, explicitly or implicitly, term or condition of an individual’s
education.
2. Submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as a basis for academic decision
affecting that individual.
3. Such conduct has the purpose or effect of interfering with an individual’s school performance or creating
an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment.
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Sexual harassment may include, but is not limited to: verbal or written harassment or abuse, including
teasing, jokes, posters, graffiti, pictures or cartoons; written notes, letters or computer messages of a sexual
nature; pressure for sexual activity; remarks with sexual or demeaning implication; unwelcome touching,
patting, pinching, hugging or brushing against another’s body; unwelcome following or stalking; suggesting or
demanding sexual involvement accompanied by implied or explicit threats or promises concerning a student’s
grades, participation in extra-curricular or other activities, sexual assault or battery as defined by current law.
The fact that someone did not intend to sexually harass an individual is not considered a defense to a
complaint of sexual harassment. In most cases, it is the effect and characteristics of the behavior that
determine if the behavior constitutes sexual harassment. Additionally, when others are offended by
behaviors or spoken words, it will be defined as harassment. By definition, the reaction of the victim
determines whether harassment has occurred. When acts of sexual harassment or other violations of this
policy are substantiated, appropriate action will be taken against the individual. Disciplinary actions will be
taken according to the district’s discipline plan. Individuals who harass may be held personally liable under
civil suits.
Any student may file a formal complaint of sexual harassment with any staff member. Complaints must be
put in writing and are normally addressed to the building principal. Please see any teacher or administrator for
the form needed to file a complaint.
The board of education is committed to providing a positive and productive learning and
working environment. Sexual harassment shall not be tolerated in the school district. Sexual
harassment of employees or students of the district by board members, administrators,
certificated and support personnel, students, vendors, and any others having business or other
contact with the school district is strictly prohibited.
Sexual harassment is unlawful discrimination of the basis of sex under Title IX of the
Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the Kansas Acts
Against Discrimination. All forms of sexual harassment are prohibited at school, on school
property, and at all school-sponsored activities, programs or events. Sexual harassment against
individuals associated with the school is prohibited, whether or not the harassment occurs on
school grounds.
It shall be a violation of this policy for any student, employee or third party (visitor,
vendor, etc.) to sexually harass any student, employee or other individual associated with the
school. It shall further be a violation for any employee to discourage a student from filing a
complaint, or to fail to investigate or refer for investigation, any complaint lodged under the
provisions of this policy.
Sexual harassment is unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other
inappropriate oral, written or physical conduct of a sexual nature when made by a member of the
school staff to a student or when made by any student to another student when: (1) submission
to such conduct is made, explicitly or implicitly, a term or condition of the individual's
education; (2) submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for
academic decisions affecting that individual; or (3) such conduct has the purpose or effect of
interfering with an individual's academic or professional performance or creating an
intimidating, hostile or offensive academic environment. Sexual harassment may result from
verbal or physical conduct or written or graphic material. Sexual harassment may include, but is
not limited to: verbal harassment or abuse; pressure for sexual activity; repeated remarks to a
person, with sexual or demeaning implication; unwelcome touching; or suggesting or demanding
sexual involvement accompanied by implied or explicit threats concerning a student's grades,
participation in extra-curricular activities, etc.
The district encourages all victims of sexual harassment and persons with knowledge of
such harassment to report the harassment immediately. The district will promptly investigate all
complaints of sexual harassment and take prompt corrective action to end harassment.
Any student who believes that he or she has been subjected to sexual harassment should
discuss the alleged harassment with the building principal, another administrator, the guidance
counselor, or another certified staff member. Any school employee who receives a complaint of
sexual harassment from a student shall inform the student of the employee’s obligation to report
the complaint and any proposed resolution of the complaint to the building principal.
If the building principal is the alleged harasser, the complaint shall be reported to the district
compliance coordinator. The building principal or district compliance coordinator shall discuss
the complaint with the student to determine if it can be resolved. If the matter is not resolved to
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the satisfaction of the student in this meeting, the student may initiate a formal complaint under
the district’s discrimination complaint procedure. (See KN).
circumstances, the alleged behavior constitutes sexual harassment under the definition outlined
above. Unacceptable student conduct may or may not constitute sexual harassment, depending
on the nature of the conduct and its severity, pervasiveness and persistence. Behaviors which are
unacceptable but do not constitute harassment may provide grounds for discipline under the code
of student conduct.
An employee who witnesses an act of sexual harassment shall report the incident to the
building principal. Employees who fail to report complaints or incidents of sexual harassment to
appropriate school officials may face disciplinary action. School administrators who fail to
investigate and take appropriate corrective action in response to complaints of sexual harassment
may also face disciplinary action.
When a complaint contains evidence of criminal activity or child abuse, the building
coordinator or district coordinator shall report such conduct to the appropriate law enforcement
or SRS authorities. (See GAAD).
To the extent possible, confidentiality will be maintained throughout the investigation of
a complaint. The desire for confidentiality must be balanced with the district’s obligation to
conduct a thorough investigation, to take appropriate corrective action or to provide due process
to the accused.
The filing of a complaint or otherwise reporting sexual harassment shall not reflect upon
the individual’s status or grades. Any act of retaliation against any person who has filed a
complaint or testified, assisted, or participated in an investigation of a sexual harassment
complaint is prohibited. Any person who retaliates is subject to immediate disciplinary action,
up to and including expulsion for a student or termination of employment for an employee.
False or malicious complaints of sexual harassment may result in corrective or
disciplinary action against the complainant
A summary of this policy and related materials shall be posted in each
district facility. The policy shall also be published in student, parent and employee handbooks
and the district website as directed by the district compliance coordinator.
Racial Harassment
USD #373 is committed to providing a positive and productive learning and working environment, free from
discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color or national origin. Discrimination or
harassment on the basis of race, color or national origin (‘”racial harassment”) shall not be tolerated in the
school district. Racial harassment of employees or students of the district by board members, administrators,
certificated and support personnel, students, vendors, and any others having business or other contact with the
school district is strictly prohibited.
Racial harassment is unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color or national origin under Titles VI
and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the Kansas Acts Against Discrimination. All forms of racial
harassment are prohibited at school, on school property, and at all school-sponsored activities, programs or
events. Racial harassment against individuals associated with the school is prohibited, whether or not the
harassment occurs on school grounds.
It shall be a violation of this policy for any student, employee or third party (visitor, vendor, etc.) to racially
harass any student, employee or other individual associated with the school. It shall further be a violation for
any employees to discourage a student from filing a complaint, or to fail to investigate or refer for investigation,
any complaint lodged under the provisions of this policy.
Affords a student different treatment, solely on the basis of race, color or national origin, in a manner which
interferes with or limits the ability of the student to participate in or benefit from the services, activities or
programs of the school;
• Is sufficiently severe, pervasive or persistent so as to have the purpose or effect of creating a hostile
academic environment, or
• Is sufficiently severe, pervasive or persistent so as to have the purpose or effect of interfering with a
student’s academic performance or ability to participate in or benefit from the services, activities or
programs of the school.
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The district encourages all victims of racial harassment and persons with knowledge of such harassment to
report the harassment immediately. The district will promptly investigate all compliance of racial harassment
and take prompt corrective action to end the harassment.
Any student who believes he or she has been subject to racial harassment or has witnessed an act of alleged
racial harassment, should discuss the alleged harassment with the building principal, another administrator,
the guidance counselor, or another certified staff member. Any school employee who receives a complaint of
racial harassment from a student shall inform the student of the employee’s obligation to report the complaint
and any proposed resolution of the complaint to the building principal. If the building principal is the alleged
harasser, the complaint shall be reported to the district compliance coordinator. The building principal shall
discuss the complaint with the student to determine if it can be resolved. If the matter is not resolved to the
satisfaction of the student in this meeting, the student may initiate a formal complaint under the district’s
discrimination complaint procedure (see KN).
circumstances, the alleged behavior constitutes racial harassment under the definition outlined above.
Unacceptable student conduct may or may not constitute racial harassment, depending on the nature of the
conduct and its severity, pervasiveness and persistence. Behaviors which are unacceptable but do not
constitute harassment may provide grounds for discipline under the code of student conduct. The discipline of
a student for violation of any provision of the code of student conduct may be enhanced if the conduct is
racially motivated.
An employee who witnesses an act of racial harassment shall report the incident to the building
principal. Employees who fail to report complaints or incidents of racial harassment to appropriate school
officials may face disciplinary action. School administrators who fail to investigate and take appropriate
corrective action in response to complaints of racial harassment may also face disciplinary action.
When a complaint contains evidence of criminal activity or child abuse, the compliance coordinator
shall report such conduct to the appropriate law enforcement or SRS authorities. (See GAAD).
To the extent possible confidentiality will be maintained throughout the investigation of a complaint.
The desire for confidentiality must be balanced with the district’s obligation to conduct a thorough
The filing of a complaint or otherwise reporting racial harassment shall not reflect upon the student’s
status or grades. Any act of retaliation against any person who has filed a complaint or testified, assisted, or
participated in an investigation of a racial harassment complaint is prohibited. Any person who retaliates is
subject to immediate disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion for a student or termination of
employment for an employee.
False or malicious complaints of racial harassment may result in corrective or disciplinary action
against the complainant.
A summary of this policy and related materials shall be available in each district facility. The policy
shall also be published in student, parent and employee handbooks as directed by the district compliance
coordinator. (Approved: April 5, 1999; Revised: February 3, 2003, May 19, 2003)
JGECA Racial Harassment: Students
The board of education is committed to providing a positive and productive learning and working environment, free from
discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color or national origin. Discrimination or harassment on the basis of
race, color or national origin (“racial harassment”) shall not be tolerated in the school district. Racial harassment of employees or
students of the district by board members, administrators, certificated and support personnel, students, vendors, and any others
having business or other contact with the school district is strictly prohibited.
Racial harassment is unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color or national origin under Titles VI and VII of the Civil
Rights Act of 1964, and the Kansas Acts Against Discrimination. All forms of racial harassment are prohibited at school, on school
property, and at all school-sponsored activities, programs or events. Racial harassment against individual associated with the
school is prohibited, whether or not the harassment occurs on school grounds.
It shall be a violation of this policy for any student, employee or third party (visitor, vendor, etc.) to racially harass any student,
employee or other individual associated with the school. It shall further be violated for any employees to discourage a student from
filing a complaint, or to fail to investigate or refer for investigation, any complaint lodged under the provisions of this policy.
• Racial Harassment is racially motivated conduct which: - Affords a student different treatment, solely on the basis of race,
color or national origin, in a manner which interferes with or limits the ability of the student to participate in or benefit from the
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Is sufficiently severe, pervasive or persistent so as to have the purpose or effect of creating a hostile academic environment; or
Is sufficiently severe, pervasive or persistent so as to have the purpose or effect of interfering with a student’s academic
performance or ability to participate in or benefit from the services, activities or programs of the school.
The district encourages all victims of racial harassment and persons with knowledge of such harassment to report the harassment
immediately. The district will promptly investigate all compliance of racial harassment and take prompt corrective action to end the
harassment.
Any student who believes he or she has been subject to racial harassment or has witnessed an act of alleged racial harassment,
should discuss the alleged harassment with the building principal, another administrator, the guidance counselor, or another
certified staff member. Any school employee who receives a complaint of racial harassment from a student shall inform the student
of the employee’s obligation to report the complaint and any proposed resolution of the complaint to the building principal. If the
building principal is the alleged harasser, the complaint shall be reported to the district compliance coordinator. The building
principal shall discuss the complaint with the student to determine if it can be resolved. If the matter is not resolved to the
satisfaction of the student in this meeting, the student may initiate a formal complaint under the district’s discrimination complaint
procedure (see KN).
Complaints received will be investigated to determine whether, under the totality of the circumstances, the alleged behavior
constitutes racial harassment under the definition outlined above. Unacceptable student conduct may or may not constitute racial
harassment, depending on the nature of the conduct and its severity, pervasiveness and persistence. Behaviors which are
unacceptable but do not constitute harassment may provide grounds for discipline under the code
of student conduct. The discipline of a student for violation of any provision of the code of student conduct may be enhanced if the
conduct is racially motivated.
An employee who witnesses an act of racial harassment shall report the incident to the building principal. Employees who fail to
report complaints or incidents of racial harassment to appropriate school officials may face disciplinary action. School
administrators who fail to investigate and take appropriate corrective action in response to complaints of racial harassment
may also face disciplinary action.
When a complaint contains evidence of criminal activity or child abuse, the compliance coordinator shall report such conduct to
the appropriate law enforcement or SRS authorities. (See GAAD).
To the extent possible confidentiality will be maintained throughout the investigation of a complaint. The desire for
confidentiality must be balanced with the district’s obligation to conduct a thorough investigation, to take appropriate corrective
action or to provide due process to the accused.
The filing of a complaint or otherwise reporting racial harassment shall not reflect upon the student’s status or grades. Any act of
retaliation against any person who has filed a complaint or testified, assisted, or participated in an investigation of a racial
harassment complaint is prohibited. Any person who retaliates is subject to immediate disciplinary action, up to and including
expulsion for a student or termination of employment for an employee.
False or malicious complaints of racial harassment may result in corrective or disciplinary action against the complainant.
A summary of this policy and related materials shall be available in each district facility. The policy shall also be published in
student, parent and employee handbooks as directed by the district compliance coordinator.
Weapons
weapon at school, on school property or at a school-sponsored event. This shall include any weapon, any item
being used as a weapon or destructive device, or any facsimile of a weapon.
As used in this policy, the term “weapon” and/or destruction device shall include, but shall not be
limited to:
• Any weapon which will or is designed to or may readily be converted to expel a projectile by the
• The frame or receiver of any weapon described in the preceding example;
• Any firearm muffler or firearm silencer;
• Any explosive, incendiary, or poison gas (a) bomb, (b) grenade, (c) rocket having a propellant charge
of more than four ounces, (d) missile having an explosive or incendiary charge of more than ¼ ounce,
(e) mine, or (f) similar device;
• Any weapon which will, or which may be readily converted to, expel a projectile by the action of an
explosive or other propellant, and which has any barrel with a bore of more than ½ inch in diameter;
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• Any bludgeon, sand-club, metal knuckles, or throwing star;
• Any knife with a blade over 2 ½ inches. Any knife , commonly referred to as a switchblade, which has
a blade that opens automatically by hand pressure applied to a button, spring or other device in the
handle of the knife, or any knife having a blade that opens or falls or is ejected into position by the
force of gravity or by an outward, downward or centrifugal thrust or movement;
• Any electronic device designed to discharge immobilizing levels of electricity, commonly known as a
stun gun.
Possession of a firearm or other weapon or facsimile of a weapon shall result in expulsion from school
for a period of one calendar year, except the superintendent may recommend this expulsion requirement be
modified on a case-by-case basis (see JDC). Possession of a facsimile of a weapon may result in suspension or
expulsion. Expulsion hearings for possession of a weapon shall be conducted by the superintendent or the
superintendent’s designee.
Students violating this policy shall be reported to the appropriate law enforcement agency (s) and if a
juvenile to SRS or the Commissioner of Juvenile Justice.
Revised 5/2012
Bully Behavior
The board of education prohibits bullying and cyber-bullying in any form, including electronic means, on or
while using school property, in a school vehicle or at a school sponsored activity or event. The administration
shall propose, and the board shall review and approve a plan to address bullying on school property, in a school
vehicle or at a school sponsored activity or event. The plan shall include provisions for the training an
education of staff members and students and shall include appropriate community involvement as approved by
the board. Students who have bullied others in violation of this policy may be subject to disciplinary action, up
to and including suspension and expulsion. If appropriate, students who violate the bullying prohibition shall
be reported to local law enforcement. Teachers at CMS will participate in a state approved training
opportunity and the administrator and counselor will share information with students. Their work may
involve other student groups in this process.
Academic Dishonesty, Cheating, & Plagiarism
Academic dishonesty is not acceptable. Cheating, defined as copying another student’s work and claiming it
is your own and plagiarism, defined as the use of another person’s original ideas, images, video, audio, or
writing without giving credit to the true author, are both prohibited practices. Materials taken from electronic
sources are covered by this policy. A student who engages in any form of academic dishonesty will be subject
to the loss of credit for the work in question, as well other disciplinary measures.
Drug Free Workplace
Maintaining drug-free schools is important in establishing an appropriate learning environment for the
district’s students. The unlawful possession, use, sale, or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by students on
school premises or as a part of any school activity is prohibited. This policy is required by the 1989
amendments to the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act, P.L. 1002-226, 103 St. 1928. Approved: August
2003; Revised May 19, 2003. In addition to the basic programs approved by the board, the district shall provide
student support programs. Support program information approved by the board shall be filed with the clerk
and made available to staff as needed.
Student Mental Health
Appropriate mental health awareness programs shall be initiated and continued in this district.
Dropout Prevention
Programs will be developed to reduce the likelihood of students from dropping out of school or to encourage
dropouts to return to school.
Guidance
The guidance program shall be organized to meet the needs, interests and abilities of all students.
Counselor(s) shall perform guidance services consistent with district mission, job descriptions and board
policies.
Homebound Instruction
If a child is unable to attend school because of lengthy illness or injury, homebound instruction may be
provided if:
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The parent makes the request for homebound instructions; and
The family physician recommends homebound instruction in writing.
The principal shall be responsible for obtaining a teacher for the student (Revised May 19, 2003)
Drug Education
All students shall be made aware of the legal, social, and health consequences of drug and alcohol use.
Students shall be instructed on effective techniques for resisting peer pressure to use illicit drugs or alcohol.
Students shall be informed that the use of illicit drugs and alcohol is both wrong and harmful. The board’s
comprehensive drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program shall be included as part of the district’s
curriculum. The curriculum at each grade level shall be age-appropriate and developmentally based.
A student who voluntarily seeks assistance, advice or counseling from school personnel regarding drugs or
drug abuse shall not be disciplined by school authorities solely on the basis of seeking assistance.
Drug Free Schools
The unlawful possession, use or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by students or school employees on
school premises or as a part of any school activity is prohibited. The policy and any curriculum used in
conjunction with it shall be evaluated as required by law. The board shall receive a report after each of these
reviews is conducted. This policy is required by the 1989 amendments to the Drug Free Schools and
Communities Act. P.L.102-226
Student Conduct
As a condition of continued enrollment in the district, students shall abide by the terms of this policy.
Students shall not unlawfully manufacture, sell, distribute, dispense, possess or use illicit drugs, controlled
substances or alcoholic beverages on school district property or at any school activity. Any student violating
the terms of this policy will be reported to the appropriate law enforcement officials and will be subject to the
following sanctions. A first time violator shall be subject to one or more of the following:
1. A punishment up to and including suspension/expulsion.
2. Suspension from all student activities for a period of not less than two weeks.
3. An evaluation for an acceptable drug or alcohol program.
Second offense violators shall be subject to one or more of the following sanctions:
1. Punishment up to and including long term suspension.
2. Suspension from all student activities for a period of not less than one month.
3. A student placed on long term suspension under this policy may be readmitted on a probationary
status if the student agrees to complete a drug/alcohol rehabilitation program.
Third and subsequent offences shall be subject to one or more of the following sanctions:
1. A punishment up to and including expulsion from school.
2. Suspension from participation and attendance at all school activities for the year.
Students who are suspended or expelled under the terms of this policy shall be afforded the due process
rights contained in board policies. Nothing in this policy is intended to diminish the ability of the district to
take other disciplinary action against the student in accordance with other policies governing student
discipline.
Maintaining drug-free schools is important in establishing an appropriate learning environment for the
district's students. The possession, use, sale or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by students at school, on
or in school property, or at school sponsored activities or events is prohibited.
Student Conduct
As a condition of continued enrollment in the district, students shall abide by the terms of
this policy.
Students shall not unlawfully manufacture, sell, distribute, dispense, possess or use illicit
drugs, controlled substances or alcoholic beverages at school, on or in school district property, or
at any school activity. Any student violating the terms of this policy will be reported to the
appropriate law enforcement officials, and will be subject to district discipline which may
include suspension and/or expulsion.
Students who are suspended or expelled under the terms of this policy will be afforded
the due process rights contained in board policies and Kansas statutes, K.S.A. 72-8901, et seq.
Nothing in this policy is intended to diminish the ability of the district to take other disciplinary
action against the student in accordance with other policies governing student discipline. If a
student agrees to enter and complete a drug education or rehabilitation program, the cost of such
program will be borne by the student and his or her parents.
A list of available programs along with names and addresses of contact persons for each
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program is on file with the board clerk. Parents or students should contact the directors of the
programs to determine the cost and length of the program.
A copy of this policy will be provided to all students and the parents of all students.
Parents of all students will be notified that compliance with this policy is mandatory.
Revised: 9/2008, 9/2012
COMMUNICATION/GRADES
Parent Teacher Conferences
Parent/teacher conferences are planned for all students once each semester; during the first nine week
period and the third nine week period. Parents may also call the school to schedule a conference with the team
whenever a need arises. Remember to visit our website (www.newton.k12.ks.us/sch/cms) to find e-mail
addresses for all staff members.
CHANGE OF ADDRESS OR CONTACT INFORMATION
It is important that the school be able to reach parents or guardians of students in case of emergency or
to mail home information. Please keep this information current by notifying our office of any changes. It
is important that we have emergency contact information as well in case your child is ill, hurt, or
involved in a disciplinary action.
USE OF SCHOOL PHONES
Office telephones are for business use primarily. Students will be given 24 hour notice of detentions, so
there should be few reasons why students need to call parents to arrange rides. Plans for after school activities
need to be made at home. We will assist your children but do not expect students to regularly use the phone at
the end of the school day.
Honor Roll Policy
A student must be enrolled in a minimum of seven (7) units per day unless excused from physical education
for health reasons. Principal’s Honor Roll shall consist of students whose grade point average is
3.50 or higher. Principal’s Honorable Mention shall consist of students whose grade point
average is 3.00 to 3.49.
A grade of “D” or lower in any subject disqualifies a student for both honor roll and of each
semester.
ACADEMIC PROGRESS
Students and parents will have available formal records of their child’s grades approximately every four-five
weeks on eight occasions throughout the school year. Parents are also welcome to call teachers during
planning periods, before school or after school to inquire about their child’s progress.
With technology, mailing progress reports are no longer necessary. Parents can check online.
The final grade card will be mailed home approximately one week after the end of the school year provided
the textbooks, library books, and other school items checked out to the student have been returned. Fees for
lost books or fines must be paid prior to the grade cards being released.
In addition, all parents will receive a “User ID” and “password” to have access to school information,
including teacher grade books through INFINITE CAMPUS. This system allows parents to access records
related to attendance, discipline and current grades. The system will reflect an accurate record of current
student academic progress. INFINITE CAMPUS CAN BE ACCESSED ON OUR SCHOOL’S WEBSITE
www.newton.k12.ks.us/sch/cms or at www.newton.k12.ks.us, the district website.
PARENT PORTAL ACCESS
Infinite Campus is the student information system used by Newton USD 373 schools. One of the features of
Infinite Campus is the parent portal. Using a school-issued activation code, legal parents/guardians can access
student attendance, grades, assignments, members, or separate portal accounts may be created upon request.
The Infinite Campus Parent Portal is accessed through the Newton USD 373 website, www.newton.k12.ks.us>
Infinite Campus>Infinite Campus Portal Link. A tutorial is available at the Infinite Campus Portal Link for
instructions on how to use the portal. We are also more than happy to have parents stop in for personal
assistance or demonstration. This tool is a wonderful way to be informed about your children. For more
information on how to obtain a portal activation code, or if you have an existing parent portal account and
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need assistance, please contact our office at 284-6260. Infinite Campus can also be accessed on our school’s
website www.newton.k12.ks.us/sch/cms.
HOMEWORK POLICY
Homework is an essential part of the school program at CMS. The quality and quantity of the homework
assignment will vary and relate to the content of classroom instruction and shall supplement its purpose and
objectives We believe that supporting students to succeed is our mission. We do not believe in allowing
students the choice to fail.
When assignments are made, it is the expectation that those assignments be turned in when they are due.
Frequently, students are provided in class time to work on assignments so many students will not have
excessive homework if they choose to use time wisely during the school day. Partial credit may be given for
late assignments. There are opportunities for students to improve their grades. Even the most responsible
students make mistakes, so students will be given one "Oops Pass" per core class for each quarter. This pass
will allow students to receive full credit for one late assignment in each of his/her core classes (Math, Language
Arts, Social Studies, Science, Writing and Technology). To receive full credit, the pass must be attached to the
assignment when it is handed in and turned in before the end of the unit/chapter of study. Full credit will be
refused to students attaching passes that are not complete (for example, a pass where the original class name
has been torn off).
Following an excused absence, all students are allowed two calendar days to complete assigned work for the
first day absent, and one calendar day for each subsequent day of absence. For example, if a student misses
school on Tuesday, then returns on Wednesday, all work must be turned in by Friday. Students are
responsible to ask for the work they have missed or to comply with individual teacher expectations to collect
work or get questions answered if they miss the initial instruction.
Students need to be held accountable for getting their homework before they leave for any school sponsored
activity (sports, contests, music practice, etc). Students are to get homework before school sponsored events.
Failure to comply with this expectation could lead to a failing grade supported by the office.
ATTENDANCE
Attendance Policy
Regular attendance at school is important for a student’s success. Students are expected to be at school every
day and report to class on time. This is a legal obligation as well as a school expectation.
Tardies
Late arrival to school is always discouraged. However, we realize that circumstances beyond your control
can sometimes cause a student to be tardy to school. Because of this, the following tardy policy has been
established: Students are allotted four ‘free tardies’ each quarter. Beginning with the fifth tardy, students
will be assigned to serve 20 minutes per tardy during Saturday School. A minimum of 30 minutes will be
assigned.
Absences
Students are expected to attend school full time except in the cases of illness or extreme family emergency.
Parents are asked to notify the school office (284-6260) before 9:00 a.m. in the event a student must be
absent from school. In addition, parents are asked to send a note to school stating why the student did
not report to school. It is essential that a doctor note be provided when students miss three or more
consecutive days.
Kansas statutes define truancy as three consecutive days of unexcused absences, five days in a semester,
seven days in a year or 35 hours. Once these guidelines are met, we are diligent in reporting the names of
our students to SRS and/or the district attorney’s office. Please note also that students are required by law
to provide a medical note if returning to school following an absence of three consecutive days or whenever
doctor’s notes are available. We encourage families to provide medical documentation for all time that is
missed after seven days of absence. Once students accumulate 12-15 absences, we will no longer excuse
students based on only a parental phone call; we will require a doctor’s note. If a significant health concern
is not documented, we will report excessive absences to appropriate authorities.
Parents will be notified to pick up students if they have a temperature or have been injured. Anyone with a
temperature of 100 or higher cannot remain in school. We do encourage that you keep children home if they
are running a fever of 100.0 or higher or have vomited within 8 hours. Children may return to school after being
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fever-free for 24 hours, without the use of anti fever medication. When diagnosed with contagious conditions
such as ‘pink eye’ or ‘strep throat,’ they may return after 24 hours of prescribed antibiotic treatment.
In those cases where a parent’s request for dismissal during the school day is granted, the student must sign
out in the office. Parents are asked to send a note requesting that their child be permitted to sign-out as in
advance whenever possible. The student should present this note to the office at the beginning of the
school day. Without prior notice from a parent or guardian, school officials will not permit a student to
sign out, except in emergencies. If a student returns to school on the same day, the student must sign
back in.
Check-out for Medical appointments or illness
Students with medical appointments should bring a note to school and present it before class begins in the
morning. The student should then keep the note to show the teacher at the time of check out. The student
will turn the note in to the office at the time they leave school.
Students who become ill during the day must check out through the office. No student will be permitted to
excuse themselves for health reasons. Strict enforcement of this rule is necessary for the protection of all
students.
No student is permitted to leave school for any reason during school hours without prior approval from
office personnel. Students who do so will face disciplinary action.
Excuse for contagious diseases
A physician’s permit may be required for readmission of a student after having an
illness. Since the student will be returning directly to the classroom after an absence, it
will be necessary for the teacher to check with the office to see if a permit will be
required for that student. The nurse will be available if there is any question.
Medication guidelines
ALL medications must be checked by the school nurse. Prescription medication must be accompanied
by a written order from the doctor, as well as a parental signature. This includes inhalers that are selfadministered. Non-prescription medication must have a note signed by parents. This includes cough drops,
Tylenol, etc. In order to assure safety for all students, please keep in mind that disciplinary actions will be
taken whenever a student has ‘pills’ in pockets, trappers, purses, etc. All medications must be in the original container
and labeled with the student’s name. We will gladly dispense medication, as needed, to students in our health office.
FEES
Payment for all textbook fees are due at the time of enrollment, and payment for all other student fees are due
at the time of purchase. USD 373 is contracted with CCM Enterprises of Wichita, KS, to handle collections on
unpaid accounts. Unpaid fees may include balances owed for school meals, textbook fees and materials, payfor-participation fees, lost or damaged books, and other miscellaneous fees. Additional charges will apply to
accounts submitted for collection. Parents contacted by CCM Enterprises regarding past due accounts should
correspond with CCM Enterprises at 316-612-9140 to resolve account balances. For general information and/or
questions regarding the collection of past due accounts, contact Kim Fiessinger at 316-284-6217.
HARVEY COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION COOPERATIVE
Newton USD #373 is a member of the Harvey County Special Education Cooperative. Questions pertaining
to programs offered through the cooperative and based on the Chisholm Middle School campus may be referred
to the principal’s office. Students with disabilities have an equal opportunity to participate in all extracurricular and non-academic services and activities. A copy of procedural safeguards and Parent’s Rights in
Special Education is available through the building principal or the Harvey County Special Education
Cooperative.
For Hearing/Speech disabled TDD users, dial the Kansas Relay Center toll-free number 1-800-766-3777.
Calls handled by the Relay Center are strictly confidential. The Relay operator will voice to the hearing person
the TDD user’s message, then type back to the TDD the hearing person’s words.
The Harvey County Special Education Cooperative provides services to children with disabilities ages birth
through 21. For more information, call 316-284-6580. It is the policy of the Harvey County Special Education
Cooperative to forward education records, on request, to a school in which a student seeks or intends to enroll.
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Amendment to Chisholm Middle School Handbook for 2013-2014
(This is new information added to the handbook presented to BOE on 5-13-13)
Transfer students
Students transferring to Chisholm Middle School from an accredited school will be
enrolled in classes and credit given for grades from the previous school based on
transcript or grade reports accurate to the time of transfer, recommendations,
and administrative discretion or approval. Students transferring to Chisholm
Middle School from non-accredited schools, including home schools, will have
their transcripts or grade reports reviewed by a committee of licensed staff
members and recommendations given to support credit given for transfer grades
to be used in computing grades for grading periods and for the year at Chisholm
Middle School.
Extra- curricular participation: New students who wish to represent Chisholm
Middle School by participating in extra-curricular athletics and/or activities
supported by the Kansas State High School Activities Association must be full time
students enrolled in Newton schools. A full time student is defined as a student
enrolled in seven courses each semester. The courses selected must be a mix of
core (English, math, science and social science) and elective courses. In addition,
these students must remain in good standing as defined by the KSHSAA and USD
373. Exceptions may be granted only when approved by the Chisholm Middle
School principal and the superintendent.
Co-curricular participation: New students who wish to represent Chisholm
Middle School by participating in co-curricular activities, such as drama, debate,
forensics or music, supported by the Kansas State High School Activities
Association must meet the minimum KSHSAA guidelines, enrolling in at least five
classes. The students must also remain in good standing as defined by the
KSHSAA and USD 373.
Students must be enrolled in at least seven classes (excluding MTSS) which are a
mix of core (English, math, science and social science) and elective courses to
participate in school activities such as dances, field trips, programs, and end of
year activities at Chisholm Middle School.
History of Newton
Newton High School
Newton is located 18 miles north of Wichita on Interstate 135 in the south central
portion of Kansas in Harvey County. The city was established in 1871. A group of
Santa Fe Railroad stockholders named the town after their hometown of Newton,
Massachusetts.About 19,500 people live in Newton. The railroad, Mennonite,
Mexican and African American cultures have blended to create a diverse community.
Its heritage is celebrated with memorials, architecture and civic events.
Student Handbook
2013-14
900 W 12th
Newton KS 67114
316.284.6280
www.newton.k12.ks.us/sch/nhs
ACT School Code172175
There is a good reason why Newton High School students, staff and fans call
themselves the Railroaders. In 1872 the western terminal for the Atchison, Topeka
and Santa Fe Railway and the railhead for the Chisholm Trail were established at
Newton. Many cattle drives ended in Newton and the town’s early days were rough
and rowdy.
The Newton Station and the old Railroad Savings and Loan Building, which is now
called 500 Main Place, stand across from each other on Fifth and Main streets. They
have been restored and maintained as brick-and-mortar examples of Newton’s
historic connection to the railroad’s heyday. Railroads that serve Newton today
include the Union Pacific and the Burlington Northern and Santa Fe. Amtrak still
stops and picks up passengers at the Newton Station.
Mennonites began to immigrate to Newton from Russia in the 1870s to avoid
religious persecution. Today the Newton area has one of the largest Mennonite
populations in the country. Their influence can be seen throughout the town. Bernard
Warkentin’s home on First Street and the Old Mill on Main Street are historic
reminders of the Mennonite introduction of Turkey Red Wheat to Kansas, a
contribution that helped the state become the nation’s breadbasket. Bethel College,
a liberal arts Mennonite school located in North Newton, adds to the rich cultural
climate of the area.
Migrant workers from Mexico began arriving in Newton in the early 1900s. The Santa
Fe Railroad recruited them from border towns in Texas. Railroad jobs offered them a
good opportunity for a better life. At first, the workers came for the spring, summer
and fall months, returning to Mexico in the winter. Eventually, they brought their
families with them and became permanent residents. They also brought with them
the Mexican version of the Catholic religion, which plays a major role in their
community life. Over time, Hispanic citizens have become teachers, lawyers, doctors
and much more. Today, Newton’s Hispanic citizens are fully integrated into and an
important part of the community.
The Mission of NHS is to create and maintain a learning environment that
ensures every student will attain a high level of growth and achievement,
verified by objective measures, supported by timely/appropriate teaching
strategies and individual guidance.
Principal – Roger Erickson
Adm. Secretary – Marlene Skinner
Asst Principal – Greg Dietz
Attendance – Pauline Salas
Asst Principal – Lisa Moore
Bookkeeper – Verlene Keazer
Asst Principal – Don Cameron
Receptionist – Casandra Carrion
Athletic Director – Brian Engelken
Registrar – Tammy Shirley
Athletic Secretary – Michelle Bergquist Custodial Staff – Mary Glenn
CT Director – Joanelle Lucas
Maintenance Staff – Bryce Woelk
See Staff Directory on p. 16 for staff contact information
This agenda belongs to:
Student
_____________________________________________
Grade ___
Seminar teacher ______________________________
For more information about Newton, visit the Newton Area Chamber of Commerce
Web site at www.infonewtonks.com and the Harvey County Historical Society Web
site at www.hchm.org/.
Miscellaneousinformation,Calendars,&Passes
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Newton USD 373 does not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, creed, national origin, sex, age or disability in its
educational programs or the activities it sponsors.
NHSHandbook
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To do the following:
NHS phone is 316.284.6280:
Call in an illness (parents) ....................... Attendance Clerk at extension 1118
Check breakfast and lunch menus ......... www.newton.k12.ks.us
Contact a guidance counselor ................ Mr. Cooper at ext. 1136 (Room 11-136)
Mrs. Crittenden, ext. 1155 (Rm 11-155)
Miss Dutton, ext. 1156 (Rm 11-156)
Course requests ....................................... your student should speak to their
Guidance Counselor
Transcript questions ................................ Contact the Registrar at ext. 1137 orRm
11-137
Disciplinary concerns............................... Speak to your Principal or contact
Class of 2014 – Mr. Cameron x1125
Class of 2015 – Mr. Dietzx1128
Class of 2016 –Mrs. Moore x1132
Class of 2017 - Mr. Erickson x1122
Obtain student information access......... Contact the Administrative Secretary at
ext.1122 or Rm 11-122
NHS utilizes a program titled, “Infinite Campus” – Contact your teacher if
information needs to be updated
E-mail your teachers ................................ first name.last name followed by
@usd373.org
John.doe@usd373.org
See Staff Directory pp. 16-19
Career and Technical Education ............. C & T Director at ext. 2907
HableEspanolsoliemente? ...................... Attendance secretary at ext. 1118
Remember:
Parent excused absences per year ......... 12 school days
Unexcused absence ................................ 15 minutes or more of a school day
Activity participation ................................ Absent less than 45 minutes
School start time...................................... 7:55 a.m. DAILY (7 am zero hour)
Check out ................................................. All students must check out through the
administrative office prior to leaving
school during the academic day
An employee who witnesses an act of racial harassment shall report the incident to
the building principal. Employees who fail to report complaints or incidents of racial
harassment to appropriate school officials may face disciplinary action. School
administrators who fail to investigate and take appropriate corrective action in
response to complaints of racial harassment may also face disciplinary action.
When a complaint contains evidence of criminal activity or child abuse, the
compliance coordinator shall report such conduct to the appropriate law
enforcement or SRS authorities. (See GAAD). To the extent possible confidentiality
will be maintained throughout the investigation of a complaint. The desire for
confidentiality must be balanced with the district’s obligation to conduct a thorough
investigation, to take appropriate corrective action or to provide due process to the
accused. The filing of a complaint or otherwise reporting racial harassment shall not
reflect upon the student’s status or grades. Any act of retaliation against any person
who has filed a complaint or testified, assisted, or participated in an investigation of
a racial harassment complaint is prohibited. Any person who retaliates is subject to
immediate disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion for a student or
termination of employment for an employee. False or malicious complaints of racial
harassment may result in corrective or disciplinary action against the complainant. A
summary of this policy and related materials shall be available in each district facility.
The policy shall also be published in student, parent and employee handbooks as
directed by the district compliance coordinator.
Speak with your teachers ........................ See “Communication” section for
teacher extensions or check on the web:
newton.k12.ks.us/sch/nhs
NHSHandbook
circumstances, the alleged behavior constitutes racial harassment under the
definition outlined above. Unacceptable student conduct may or may not constitute
racial harassment, depending on the nature of the conduct and its severity,
pervasiveness and persistence. Behaviors which are unacceptable but do not
constitute harassment may provide grounds for discipline under the code of student
conduct.The discipline of a student for violation of any provision of the code of
student conduct may be enhanced if the conduct is racially motivated.
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Bullying Policy (JDDC, Approved 9-08)
USD #373 prohibits bullying and cyber-bullying in any form, including electronic
means, on or while using school property, in a school vehicle or at a schoolsponsored activity or event. The administration shall propose, and the board shall
review and approve a plan to address bullying on school property, in a school vehicle
or at a school-sponsored activity or event.
The plan shall include provisions for the training and education of staff members and
students and shall include appropriate community involvement as approved by the
board. Students who have bullied others in violation of this policy may be subject to
disciplinary action, up to and including suspension and expulsion. If appropriate,
students who violate the bullying prohibition shall be reported to local law
enforcement.
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Racial Harassment (detailed)
The board of education is committed to providing a positive and productive learning
and working environment, free from discrimination, including harassment, on the
basis of race, color or national origin. Discrimination or harassment on the basis of
race, color or national origin (“racial harassment”) shall not be tolerated in the school
district. Racial harassment of employees or students of the district by board
members, administrators, certificated and support personnel, students, vendors, and
any others having business or other contact with the school district is strictly
prohibited. Racial harassment is unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color
or national originunder Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the
Kansas Acts Against Discrimination. All forms of racial harassment are prohibited at
school, on school property, and at all school-sponsored activities, programs or
events. Racial harassment against individual associated with the school is
prohibited, whether or not the harassment occurs on school grounds. It shall be a
violation of this policy for any student, employee or third party (visitor, vendor, etc.) to
racially harass any student, employee or other individual associated with the school.
It shall further be violated for any employees to discourage a student from filing a
complaint, or to fail to investigate or refer for investigation, any complaint lodged
under the provisions of this policy.

Affords a student different treatment, solely on the basis of race, color or
national origin, in a manner which interferes with or limits the ability of the
student to participate in or benefit from the services, activities or programs of
the school;
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Is sufficiently severe, pervasive or persistent so as to have the purpose or effect
of creating a hostile academic environment; or

Is sufficiently severe, pervasive or persistent so as to have the purpose or effect
of interfering with a student’s academic performance or ability to participate in
or benefit from the services, activities or programs of the school.
Racial harassment may result from verbal or physical conduct or written graphic
material. The district encourages all victims of racial harassment and persons with
knowledge of such harassment to report the harassment immediately. The district
will promptly investigate all compliance of racial harassment and take prompt
corrective action to end the harassment. Any student who believes he or she has
been subject to racial harassment or has witnessed an act of alleged racial
harassment, should discuss the alleged harassment with the building principal,
another administrator, the guidance counselor, or another certified staff member.
Any school employee who receives a complaint of racial harassment from a student
shall inform the student of the employee’s obligation to report the complaint and any
proposed resolution of the complaint to the building principal. If the building
principal is the alleged harasser, the complaint shall be reported to the district
compliance coordinator. The building principal shall discuss the complaint with the
student to determine if it can be resolved. If the matter is not resolved to the
satisfaction of the student in this meeting, the student may initiate a formal
complaint under the district’s discrimination complaint procedure. Complaints
received will be investigated to determine whether, under the totality of the
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INTRODUCTION
Newton High School is an academic institution dedicated to
providing students outstanding opportunities and experiences to
prepare them to function successfully following high school graduation.
Staff members at NHS strive to provide excellent instruction and
enriching extra-curricular activities for students. Students are
encouraged to work cooperatively with all staff members in order to take
advantage of available programs and learn to function effectively in an
appropriate manner in a variety of settings.
Instructional strategies, assignments, extra-curricular activities,
clubs, programming options, grading practices, student conduct, the
attendance policy and all other aspects of the instructional programs of
NHS are designed to be of a consistently outstanding quality. Student
expectations promote consistent attendance and positive behavior while
providing a studious approach to academics and learning.
Please contact the appropriate staff member with questions as
needed. Students are encouraged to learn how to advocate for
themselves in an effort to prepare for post-secondary education, work,
and other endeavors after high school. If a student is struggling in a
class or activity, they should speak with their teacher or coach. In
disciplinary matters, parents are encouraged to listen to their student’s
account and then clarify by speaking with the teacher. If concerns still
exist, contact the appropriate staff member.
We look forward to working with and helping all students become
successful academically and personally! – NHS Staff
ALMA MATER
Where trails meet and friendships grow
There’s a school I know,
With a spirit proud and bold,
Fighting for the Black and Gold.
Upward, onward, ever forward,
Lift your banners high
Hail to thee, our alma Mater,
Hail, all hail, to Newton High!
NHSHandbook
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This agenda is divided into the following sections for ease in
finding useful information quickly:
Handbook sections
Academics
p. 5
Activities
p. 9
Student Services
p. 13
Communication
p. 16
Bell Schedule
p. 20
Attendance
p. 21
Conduct
p. 22
Miscellaneous
p. 30
NHSHandbook
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Drug Free Schools (JDDA-R)
As a condition of continued enrollment in the district, students shall abide by the
terms of this policy. Students shall not unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense,
possess, or use illicit drugs, controlled substances, or alcoholic beverages on school
district property, or at any school activity. Any student violating the terms of this
policy shall be reported to the appropriate law enforcement officials, and shall be
subject to the following sanctions:
1. First Offense – A first-time violator shall be subject to the following sanctions:
a. A punishment up to and including long-term suspension/expulsion.
b. Suspension from all student activities for a period deemed appropriate by
the administration.
2. Second Offense – A second-time violator shall be subject to the following
sanctions:
a. A punishment up to and including long-term suspension;
b. Suspension from all student activities for a period deemed appropriate by
the administration.
c. A student placed on long-term suspension under this policy may be
readmitted on a probationary status if the student agrees to complete a
drug and alcohol rehabilitation program. (Name(s) of acceptable
programs are on file with the board clerk.)
3. Third and Subsequent Offenses – A student who violates the terms of this policy
for the third time, and any subsequent violations, shall be subject to the
following sanctions:
a. A punishment up to and including expulsion from school for the remainder
of the school year;
b. Suspension from participation and attendance at all school activities for the
year.
c. A student who is expelled from school under the terms of this policy
may be readmitted during the term of the expulsion only if the student has
completed a drug and alcohol education and rehabilitation program at an
acceptable program. Students who are suspended or expelled under the
terms of this policy will be afforded the due process rights contained in
board policies and Kansas statues, K.S.A. 72-8901, et seq. Nothing in this
policy is intended to diminish the ability of the district to take other
disciplinary action against the student in accordance with other policies
governing student discipline. In the event a student agrees to enter into
and complete a drug education or rehabilitation program, the cost of such
program shall be the responsibility of the student and his or her parents.
Drug and alcohol counseling and rehabilitation programs are available for
students of the district. A list of available programs, along with names and
addresses of contact persons for the program is on file with the board clerk.
Parents or students should contact the directors of the programs to
determine the cost and length of the program. A copy of this policy and a
list of available drug and alcohol counseling programs shall be provided to
all students and all parents of all students. Parents of all students shall be
notified that compliance with this policy is mandatory.
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3.
4.
The right of the student or pupil to be informed of the basis for the
accusation, and the right of the student or pupil to make statements in
defense or mitigation of the charges or accusations.
A short-term suspension may be imposed upon a pupil or student forthwith,
and without affording the pupil or student or the parents or guardians of the
pupil a hearing if the presence of the pupil or student endangers other
persons or property or substantially disrupts, impedes or interferes with the
operation of the school. A written notice of any short term suspension
and the reason therefore shall be given to the pupil or student involved and
to the parents or guardians thereof within 24 hours after the suspension
has been imposed and, in the event the pupil or student has not been
afforded a hearing prior to any short term suspension, an informal hearing
shall be provided as soon thereafter as practicable but in no event later
than 72 hours after such short term suspension has been imposed.
ACADEMICS
c.
As a Railroader you will have access to quality opportunities designed to
prepare you for post-secondary education or employment. Each successfully
completed course counts as .5 (one-half) credit per semester (Aug-Dec or
Jan-May). Students enroll in 7 courses plus Seminar (.25 credit per year)
each semester, and may earn 7.25 credits in an academic year. Limited
options exist for additional coursework.
Twenty-four (24) total credits are required for a standard NHS diploma with
specific requirements by subject area listed below:
Subject
No suspension for an extended term and no expulsion shall be
imposed upon a pupil or student until an opportunity for a formal hearing
on the suspension or expulsion shall be afforded to the pupil or student. A
written notice of any proposal to suspend for an extended term or to expel
from school, and the charges upon which the proposal is based shall be
given to the pupil or student proposed to be suspended or expelled from
school, and to the parents or guardians of the pupil. Any notice of a
proposal to suspend for an extended term or to expel from school shall
state the time, date and place that the pupil or student will be afforded an
opportunity for a formal hearing, and that failure of the pupil and the pupil’s
parents or guardians to attend the hearing will result in a waiver of the
pupil’s opportunity for the hearing. The hearing shall be held not later than
10 days after the date of the notice. The notice shall be accompanied by a
copy of this act and the regulations of the board of education adopted
under K.S.A. 72-8903, and amendments thereto.
Credits needed
Mathematics
3
Science
3
English
4
Social Studies
3
Speech/Communication
.5
Physical Education
1.5
Fine Arts
1
Computer Tech (Classes of 2014-16)
1
Comp App / Financial Management (2017)
.5 each
Electives
7
Minimum credits for graduation
24
Various courses count toward the Fine Arts requirement:
Graduation: To participate in graduation, seniors must complete all credit
requirements and the Senior Exit Portfolio.
Unpaid fees: Fees must be paid prior to a student receiving their diploma. Payment
for all fees is due at the time of enrollment or purchase. USD 373 contracts with
CCM Enterprises of Wichita (316.612.9140) to handle collections on unpaid
accounts. For general information, contact Kim Fiessinger at 316.284.6217.
Emergency drills: Required fire, tornado, and crisis drills are held as required during
the academic day throughout the year. Students are expected to cooperate with staff
during all drills.
Dances: NHS hosts several optional dances throughout the school year. Guidelines and
expectations will be published through student announcement prior to each event.
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All world languages
All music courses
Woods courses
Debate, Forensics
Various FACS courses
Engineering courses
Media courses
Journalism courses
Architecture courses
Art Basics
Drama
Pre-Voc Welding
Intro to Theater
Machine Technology
Welding Technology
Academic Letter: Academic letters may be earnedthrough a GPA of 3.5 or
better for an entire school year (full-time students only). GPAs are not
rounded. Seniors are recognized using their 1st semester and 3rd quarter
grades. (Levels: 3.5 = Bronze, 3.7 = Silver, 3.9 = Gold)
Senior Exit Portfolio: An exit portfolio is currently required for graduation.
Students begin working on their portfolio during theirfreshman year.
Academics
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Classification of Students (as of August 1):
Freshman
0 to 4.75 credits
Sophomore
5 to 10.75 credits
Junior
11 to 16.75 credits
Senior
17 or more credits
College Coursework: Junior or senior students may take college courses for
dual credit (high school and college). Check with your guidance counselor to
determine if a course satisfies NHS requirements.
Early graduation: It is possible for students to graduate in 3.5 years.
Students are encouraged to consult their parents before seeing their
guidance counselor regarding early graduation. Students are encouraged to
take advantage of all opportunities offered at NHS.
Gold Card: Students who earn a GPA of 4.0 in a semester will receive a card
that grants them free admission to some athletic events, dances (excluding
Prom), and concerts for the following semester.
Honors Diploma: Students may graduate with honors by completing the
following:
 3.5 GPA or better and at least 24 credits
 Completion of the Kansas Scholar’s Curriculum (see p. 8)
 4 English, 4 math, 4 science (through Physics), 3 social science, 2
foreign language, and 1 computer technology (Apps/Fin Man)
 Valedictorian and salutatorian selected from honors graduates
Honor Roll: Academic achievement recognition may be earnedeach quarter
by earning a GPA of 3.5+ and passing all courses with a C or better.
MISCELLANEOUS SCHOOL POLICIES/RULES
A. Legal Authority for Suspension and Expulsion (K.S.A. 72-8901 et seq. as
amended)
1. The Board of Education of any school district may suspend or expel, or by
regulations authorize any certified employee or committee of certificated
employees to suspend or expel, any student or pupil guilty of any of the
following:
a. Willful violation of any published regulation for student
b. conduct adopted or approved by the Board of Education, or Conduct
which substantially disrupts, impedes or interferes with the operation
of any public school, or
c. Conduct which substantially impinges upon or invades the rights of
others, or
d. Conduct which has resulted in conviction of the pupil or students of
any offense specified in Chapter 21 of the Kansas Statutes Annotated
or any criminal statute of the United States, or
e. Disobedience of any order of a teacher, peace officer, school security
officer or other school authority, when such disobedience can
reasonably be anticipated to result in disorder, disruption, or
f. interference with the operation of any public school or substantial
material impingement upon or invasion of the rights of others.
B. Suspended Students
Students who are suspended from school are not to attend any school activity or
to be on school or U.S.D. 373 property.
C.
False Emergency Alarm
If the school day is disrupted by a false emergency alarm, such as fire alarm or
bomb threat, additional time will be added to the school day to make up the
time lost due to the false alarm. Those persons responsible for the false alarm
will be subject to expulsion from school and prosecution to the fullest extent of
the law.
D.
K.S.A. 72-8902
Section 1. K.S.A. 1982 Supp. 72-8902 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1. A suspension may be for a short term not exceeding ten school days, or for
an extended term not exceeding 90 school days. An expulsion may be for a
term not exceeding 186 school days. If a suspension or
expulsion is for a term exceeding the number of school days remaining in
the school year, any remaining part of the term of the suspension or
expulsion may be applied to the succeeding school year.
2. Except as authorized in subsection I, no suspension for a short term shall
be imposed upon a pupil or student without giving the pupil or student
notice of the charges and affording the pupil or student a hearing thereon.
The notice may be oral or written and the hearing may be held immediately
thereafter. The hearing may be conducted informally but shall include the
following procedural due process requirements:
a. The right of the student or pupil to be present at the hearing, and
b. The right of the student or pupil to be informed of the charges and
National Honor Society: This is a prestigious honor for students who fulfill
the following:
 Must be a junior or senior with a 3.7 GPA or better
 Complete the Leadership Survey showing membership in 3
organizations during high school years (in or outside of school)
 Attained officer or major committee member status in one
organization and received an honor or award during high school
 Complete the service survey, including at least 3 service projects
 Complete Honors English III, AP or Honors English IV, 4 science
(upper level), 4 math (upper level), and 2 (same) world language
 Submit 5 character references; 3 from certified educational
personnel (teachers, counselors, administrators)
Academics
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MISCELLANEOUS POLICIES AND INFORMATION
SEXUAL HARASSMENT (detailed explanation)
U.S.D. #373 is committed to providing a positive learning and working environment
for its students and employees and will not tolerate sexual harassment or sexual
violence. Sexual harassment is illegal and will not be tolerated in the school district.
It is a violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Title IX of the Education
Amendments of 1972, and may constitute sexual abuse under Kansas statutes.
This policy applies to males and females, and includes same sex
harassment. This policy is applicable to students while on school premises and while
participating in off-campus school sponsored activities. Sexual harassment of
students of the district by board members, administrators, certificated and support
personnel, students, vendors, and any others having business or other contact with
the school district is strictly prohibited.
Sexual harassment is unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or
other inappropriate oral, written or physical conduct of a sexual nature when:
1. Submission to such conduct is made, explicitly or implicitly, a term or condition
of an individual’s education.
2. Submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as a basis for
academic decisions affecting that individual.
3. Such conduct has the purpose or effect of interfering with an individual’s school
performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment.
Sexual harassment may include, but is not limited to: verbal or written
harassment or abuse, including teasing, jokes, posters, graffiti, pictures or
cartoons; written notes, letters, or computer messages of a sexual nature;
pressure for sexual activity; remarks with sexual or demeaning implication;
unwelcome touching, patting, pinching, hugging, or brushing against another’s
body; unwelcome following or stalking; suggesting or demanding sexual
involvement accompanied by implied or explicit threats or promises concerning
a student’s grades, participation in extra-curricular or other activities, sexual
assault or battery as defined by current law. The fact that someone did not
intend to sexually harass an individual is generally not considered a defense to a
complaint of sexual harassment. In most cases, it is the effect and
characteristics of the behavior that determine if the behavior constitutes sexual
harassment. When acts of sexual harassment or other violations of this policy
are substantiated, appropriate action will be taken against the individual.
Disciplinary actions will be taken according to the district’s discipline plan.
Individuals who harass may be held personally liable under civil suits. Any
student may file a formal complaint of sexual harassment with any staff
member. Complaints must be put in writing and addressed to an administrator.
Please see any teacher or administrator for the form needed to file a complaint.
NCAA/NAIA Athletic Scholarships for outstanding student-athletes: The
governing bodiesfor these organizations set specific and high standards for
students to meet in order to receive financial aid. Students should consult
their counselor for additional information. Prospective students should
register with each organization during their Junior year.
Seminar: Seminar provides an opportunity for students to complete
homework, make up missed schoolwork, complete projects, participate in
club activities and meetings, and seek assistance from teachers for more
intensive individual or small group instruction. Seminar is a Pass/Fail
course worth one-quarter (.25) credit per year. A 75% score or better is
needed to earn Seminar credit. Students must be present and productive to
earn credit in Seminar. Deductions will be made for ALL absences with the
exception of school activities and doctor’s notes. If a student must miss
school time, missing Seminar is preferable to regular classes. Parents are
encouraged to schedule appointments after the school day ends as Seminar
is a very important component of the academic day.
Seminar expectations:
 Read
 Complete schoolwork, participate in clubs, seek academic
assistance, make up missed work
 Students must receive written permission to travel during Seminar
 Students must return to Seminar at or before 3:05 p.m.
Student-Athletesare students first and athletes second. All students
representing NHS through activities governed by the KSHSAA must be
enrolled as full-time students and pass 5 courses in the previous semester.
Transcript: A transcript is an official record of all semester grades earned by
a student. This document also includes assessment and test scores, for
example, the ACT and/or SAT. Only semester grades appear on a transcript.
A semester course normally equals one-half (.5) credit. NHS utilizes Infinite
Campus software for grade checks and transcript printing.
Transfer students: Students transferring to NHS from an accredited school
will receive credit based on their transcript.
Co-curricular activity participation requires meeting KSHSAA guidelines and
being in good standing as a NHS student.
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Academics
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Academics
3
4 include
FST or Calc
Must
graduate
Must
graduate
4
4
4 Honors
or AP
4 Algebra
or above
3
4 Honors
or AP
English
4 Algebra
or above
Math
24+
24+
24+
Credits
3 upper
level
(Physics)
3
3
4 upper
level
4 Biology or
above
Science
Yes
Yes
Yes
Regents
only
College
credit
21
ACT
2 of same
2 of same
Language
2.3
2.0
Graduate
Top half
3
4
3
17
18
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2:45 -2:50
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The National Honor Society is a prestigious organization open to qualified students beginning their Junior year.
NHS Honors graduates will have this accomplishment noted on their diploma.
Meeting Kansas Qualified Admissions automatically qualifies students to attend ESU, FHSU, KSU, KU, PSU, or WSU
The Kansas Scholar’s Curriculum may qualify students for additional scholarship money.
The NCAA requires student-athletes to meet minimum academic requirements in order to participate and receive scholarships.
The NAIA has their own requirements that can be accessed at playnaia.org (NCAA code = 9999 and NAIA = 9876)
NCAA
NAIA
*Beginning in 2014-15,prospective Kansas scholars must complete the Scholar’s curriculum with at least a 2.0 GPA and an ACT
score of 21 or better and graduate in the top third of their class and earn a 2.0 on any college courses taken in high school while
earning a 22 on the math component of the ACT or completing four approved mathematics courses. (see your counselor)
2
3.5
Honors
NHS
Diploma
*Kansas
Qualified
Admissions
Kansas
Scholar’s
Curriculum
3.7
Natl Honor
Society
GPA
Graduation, Honors, and Scholarship requirements
Seminar Migration– 3:05 pm return to Seminar (TBD)
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ACTIVITIES
Seminar Travel Details
Period
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Fall Semester – Seminar travel details
Teacher
Pre-sign?
Time
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Y/N
A/B
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Initials
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Period
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Spring Semester – Seminar travel details
Teacher
Pre-sign?
Time
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Y/N
A/B
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Initials
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Grade Check – for use by teachers, coaches and/or parents
Math
Eng
Sci
Hist
Elec 1
Elec 2
Sept 1
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Five types of activities are offered:
 Athletics (Interscholastic)
 Activities (Interscholastic: music, Scholar’s Bowl, forensics, and
debate)
 Theater / Drama
 Student Council
 Clubs
Athletics: NHS offers all the available interscholastic athletics currently
offered through the KSHSAA governing body:
Fall
Cross Country B/G
Football
Golf G
Gymnastics G
Soccer B
Tennis G
Volleyball G
Winter
Basketball B/G
Bowling B/G
Swimming B
Wrestling
B = boys
G = girls
Spring
Baseball B
Golf B
Soccer G
Softball G
Swimming G
Tennis B
Track B/G
Cheerleading and Railiners (dance team) are also offered and are governed
by KSHSAA. These squads support other teams and perform during the fall
and winter athletic seasons. At least five (5) subjects must be passed in the
previous semester in order to be eligible to compete in interscholastic
athletics.
Student-athletes must meet guidelines developed by the Athletic
Department.
Activitiesare offered in the following areas:
Fall
Winter
Spring
Music
Music
Music
Debate
Debate / Forensics
Forensics
Scholar’s Bowl
Scholar’s Bowl
Competition is also offered through RailerRobotics, FACS, FFA, Journalism,
and Career & Technical programs
League affiliation: NHS is a member of the KSHSAA and the Ark Valley
Chisholm Trail League. The league schools are (next page):
Activities
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30 Gold
1-2-4-6-7-8
27 Black
1-2-3-5-7-8
26 Gold day
Pds 1-2-4-6-7-8
28 Gold
1-2-4-6-7-8
Freshmen
Orientation
22
21
15
14
7
29 Black
1-2-3-5-7-8
20
19
23 Black day
Pds 1-2-3-5-7-8
13
12
16
8
6
5
9
2
Theater: The NHS theater department produces two plays per year.
Announcements will be made prior to tryouts. Students may gain experience
in set design, lighting, sound, costumes, makeup, acting, and directing(while
having fun).
Activities
1
Monday
As a voluntary member of the KSHSAA, NHS pledges to uphold KSHSAA rules
regarding positive sportsmanship and the promotion of character. KSHSAA
rules can be found at www.kshsaa.org. KSHSAA activities and
sportsmanship expectations provide an arena for participants to grow, excel,
understand, and value the concepts of sportsmanship and teamwork. All
actions are to be positive rather than negative or disrespectful.
Black and Gold day schedule
Black and Gold
Orange and Black
Blue and Gold
Blue and White
Blue and White
Red, White & Gray
Friday
Maroon and White
Black and Red
Red and White
Red and White
Red and White
Blue and White
Thursday
Andale
Augusta
Circle
Clearwater
Wichita Collegiate
Wellington
Blue and White
Gold and Black
Purple and Gold
Blue and White
Blue and White
Black and Gold
Purple and Gold
Wednesday
Buhler
El Dorado
McPherson
Mulvane
Rose Hill
Winfield
Colors
Black, White, & Gold
Green and White
Blue and Gold
Red and White
Black and Gold
Maroon and White
Green and Gold
Tuesday
Andover
Andover Central
ArkansasCity
Goddard
Goddard – Eisenhower
Maize South
ValleyCenter
Mascot
Colts
Panthers
Salt Hawks
Eagles
Railroaders
Mustangs
Cougars
Division 2 Schools
Trojans
Jaguars
Bulldogs
Lions
Tigers
Mavericks
Hornets
Division 3 Schools
Crusaders
Wildcats
Bullpups
Wildcats
Rockets
Vikings
Division 4 Schools
Indians
Orioles
Thunderbirds
Indians
Crusaders
Crusaders
August 2013 (Sample Calendar)
Division 1 Schools
Campus
Derby
Hutchinson
Maize
Newton
Salina Central
Salina South
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MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION
Disabilities – Please contact the USD 373 compliance officer at 284.6200 if
you have questions regarding district compliance with Section 504 of the
Americans with Disabilities Act. (see p. 15)
Student Council (STUCO): Up to seven (7) member officer/representatives
per grade are elected by peers each school year. STUCO members share a
common Seminar class with their staff member-sponsor.
NHS Student Council 2013-14
President ..............................................................Joseph McConnell
Vice-President ......................................................Hannah Carlgren
Secretary/Treasurer ............................................Caitlyn Wedel
Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) – NHS was selected to participate in a
school-to-career transition program for high school seniors for 2013-14.
“Jobs for America’s Graduates” is a non-profit organization dedicated to
helping young people by providing an array of counseling, employability skills
development, career association, job development, and job placement
services that will result in either a quality job leading to a career after
graduation and/or enrollment in a postsecondary education and training
program. This program targets 25-30 high school seniors for training.
Seniors (Class of 2014)
President ..............................................................Raymond Gallegos
Vice-President ......................................................James Davis
Secretary/Treasurer ............................................Megan Regier
Class Representative ...........................................Chloe Denno
Class Representative ...........................................Rebecca Schrag
Racial harassment – The board of education is committed to providing a
positive and productive working and learning environment, free from
discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color or national
origin. Racial harassment is unlawful discrimination on the basis of race,
color or national origin under Titles VI and VII Civil Rights Act of 1964, and
the Kansas Acts Against Discrimination. Racial harassment will not be
tolerated in the school district. All forms of racial harassment are prohibited
at school, on school property, and at all school-sponsored activities,
programs or events. (Refer to p. 38 for a more detailed explanation)
Juniors (Class of 2015)
President ..............................................................Cameron Cassil
Vice-President ......................................................Alex Rickard
Secretary/Treasurer ............................................Jerod Fox
Class Representative ...........................................Avery Anderson
Class Representative ...........................................Kaley Archer
Class Representative ...........................................Afton Moore
Class Representative ...........................................Lauren Regier
Safe School help line – A toll-free number is available for students and
parents who wish to anonymously report safety issues. The KHPD safe
schools number is 1.877.626.8203. Another option is to call the local
School Resource Officer’s number and leave a message: 316.284.6280
x2109.
Sophomores (Class of 2016)
President ..............................................................Calla Potluri
Vice-President ......................................................Jaiden Ochoa
Secretary/Treasurer ............................................Jordan Wondra
Class Representative ...........................................Aaron Carrillo
Class Representative ...........................................Olivia Sailors
Student handbook – This student handbook is designed to provide NHS
students with basic information regarding school expectations and
opportunities. Passes to leave class are also contained in this handbook.
Successful students will learn the expectations, see their administrator to
clarify questions prior to a problem, and use the daily calendar section to
plan homework and school activities. If you lose yourhandbook,you will
purchase a new one for $6.00 from the bookkeeper.
Freshmen (Class of 2017) – to be determined in August, 2013
President ..............................................................
Vice-President ......................................................
Secretary/Treasurer ............................................
Class Representative ...........................................
Student identification badges/Lunch cards are used for a variety of
functions, including paying for lunches and obtaining entry to some events.
Students who lose their ID may purchase a new one for $5.00.
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Clubs are a great way to explore interests, have fun at school, and develop
leadership skills. Clubs are normally offered during Seminar, although some
clubs require class membership and completion of activities during class or
outside the school day.
Student: _______________
Date
Staff Initials
Verbal corrections
Grade _____
Comments
Club list (subject to change)
Art Club*
Ground Self-defense
Azteca Club
Bike Club
BPA (Business
Professionals of
America)
Chess Club
Circle of Friends
Club de Espanol*
GSA (Gay Straight
Alliance)
HOSA*(Health
Occupations Student
Association)
Scholars’ Bowl
Sociedad Honoraria
Hispanica***(Spanish
Honor Society)
SocieteHonoraire De
Francais***(French
Honor Society)
DECA* (Marketing)
Hobby Club
Student Council**
Delta Epsilon
Phi***(German Honor
Society)
Interact Club
Music Club
Swing Dance
Drama Club
Do Crew
LERO (Law
Enforcement Related
Occupations)
Tri M Society***(Music
Honor Society)
Powerlifting Club
VICA Machine Tech
National Honor
Society***
VICA Automotive
FCCLA
Newspaper/Yearbook*
VICA Welding Tech
FEA (Future Educators
of America)
OFACS(Occupational
Family and Consumer
Sciences)
Ultimate Frisbee Club
FFA* (Future Farmers
of America)
Pep Band*
Writers Anonymous
Fitness Club
French Club*
Railer Ambassadors
YEK* (Youth
Entrepreneurs of
Kansas)
DeutscherVerein*
(German Club)
FCA (Fellowship of
Christian Athletes)
* Class enrollment
required
Activities
International Thespian
Society***
RailerRobotics***
** Elected students
*** Selected students
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Conduct
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Outdoor Activities: Dress code rules for NHS students attending outdoor
NHS activitieswill be modified from the normal school day expectations as
needed. General rules for the beginning of the school year are as follows:

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Gang indicia not allowed
Shirts required
Clothing that advertises products illegal for minors to consume and/or
possess will not be allowed
STUDENT SERVICES
NHS offers a range of services that students may utilize to enhance their
educational experience.
Counseling Services:
Freshmen (Class of 2017)
Sophomores (Class of 2016)
Indoor Activities: Many indoor activities are held during the winter. All AVL
and KSHSAA rules and guidelines will be adhered to regarding dress,
sportsmanship, and conduct.
Performing Groups: Performing groups include but are not limited to the
Railiners (dance), Cheerleaders, Flag or Drill Team, athletic teams, drama
performances, vocal and performing groups. The following are designed to
be general parameters for such groups:
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NFHSIA/KSHSAA dress rules will be followed.
Additional items purchased by performing groups are subject to
approval (example: t-shirts with a message).
Clothing designed to be underwear will not be worn as outerwear.
Shirts will be worn at practice. Sports bras will not be worn as
outerwear.
Uniform purchases are approved by the AD and the Principal
Juniors (Class of 2015)
Seniors (Class of 2014)
Mr. Cooper, ext. 1136
Divided alphabetically: Cooper AG, Dutton H-Q, Crittenden R-Z
Mrs. Crittenden, ext. 1155
Miss Dutton, ext. 1156
Counselors provide each student with the opportunity for assistance in
academicsand utilizing the curriculum to explore their interests and
abilities.Career and post-secondary planning and help with personal issues
are also available.
Course changes: Schedule changes are restricted to legitimate, educational
reasons and are to be made during prior to the start of the semester.
Grade reporting services: Grading periods are by quarters. Credit is earned
by semester. Parents are encouraged to monitor their student’s academic
progress on-line, contact teachers, and attend Parent-Teacher conferences.
Students may contact their teachers daily.
Period
1st quarter
2nd quarter/1st semester
3rd quarter
4th quarter/2nd semester
Start date
August
October
January
March
End date
October
December
March
May
Computer/Technology Services: Research and reference resources are
available in the MediaCenter and Computer Lab. Computers are a tool,
service and privilege to enhance and supplement the educational process.
Use of the Internet by students requires a signed agreement on file. Use of
computers inappropriately may result in suspension from their use. (see
Student Conduct Expectations section)
Communication/Telephone Services: Students are encouraged to leave
their cell phone in their automobile or locker during the school day.NHS has
telephone lines available in the office for students to make calls as needed.
Students do not need to have a cell phone or other electronic device at
school and cell phones must not disruptteaching and/or learning. Parents
are encouraged to call the NHS office rather than their student’s cell phone
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directly, even in an emergency. Call to office slips are sent to classrooms
when students are asked to come to the office to receive messages or take
care of other situations.
Early arrival / late departure: The staff understands that some students may
have to be dropped early in the morning or wait for a ride after school.
Students may wait in the Commons or locker sections. Students may not
loiter in unsupervised or academic areas without permission.
Food Services: NHS offers breakfast and lunch on school days. Students
have several options: ala carte or up to 2 different lines/offerings. Students
may put money on their lunch account before school or at break or pay cash
in the ala carte line. Charges are not allowed. Lunches are divided into
three 30 minute periods and students eat lunch during their 5th or 6th period
classes. Students are excused by area of the campus to reduce disruptions
to other classes.
Health Services:NHS has a nurse available for students during school hours.
Medication is not provided. By state law students must keep their
prescription medication in the nurse’s office and access per directions.
Locker Services: Lockers assignments based on grade classification.
Students who do not earn enough credits to progress with their class will
continue to locker based on credits earned.
Lunch charges: Lunches may not be charged. Students may not use their
lunch card to pay for another student’s lunch and may not borrow another
student’s lunch card.
MediaCenter Services: The NHSMediaCenter maintains a balanced
collection of fiction, non-fiction, reference books, and periodicals.
Parking/Transportation Services: Student use of the school parking lot is a
privilege which may be revoked. Users of the parking lot are subject to the
jurisdiction of USD 373 and the Newton Police Department (NPD).
 Loitering in the parking lot is prohibited during the school day.
 The fire lane is a one-way street with a posted speed limit of 15 MPH.
 Students may not park in reserved parking spaces.
 At times a portion of the parking lot is reserved for the Marching Band.
Special Education Services: USD 373 is a member of the Harvey County
Special Education Co-op. The HCSEC provides services to children with
disabilities, age birth to 21. Their office can be reached at 316.284.6580.
Additional information may be obtained from each school office. A copy of
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Dress Code—NHS is an academic institution dedicated to helping students
prepare for life after high school. Dressing appropriately is a useful skill to
have in, for example, a job. NHS students will be expected to participate
cooperatively inan environment conducive to a serious and studious
approach to academic achievement and learning.
The following dress code is meant to be a starting point for the school year.
Adaptations will be made by the NHS administration as needed. The
following dress code expectations will apply to the normal school day and
the following items will not be allowed:
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Belts (free hanging)
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Half-tops or any top that exposes the mid-section or back or low tops
that expose breast tissue
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Hats, caps, hoods, or other head apparel(remove at the door)

Messages – Clothing with sexual connotations, alcohol, tobacco, or drug
advertisements, and/or symbols that are antagonistic or incite
(including but not limited to gore, nudity, profanity, anarchy symbols,
violence, etc). Inappropriateness of a symbol will be determined by the
administration

Skirts or shorts must clearly be longer than the fingertips with the arms
extended to the side. Students are advised to choose shorts or skirts
that obviously exceed fingertip length. Staff will determine appropriate
length.
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Spikes or chains. Spikes or chains may scratch furniture and/or be
used as a weapon. Administration will determine appropriateness.
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Straps – All exposed straps must be at least 2 inches in width. Tank
tops with areas exposed under the armpits may not be worn.Strapless
tops will not be allowed.
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Sagging. The administration will determine what constitutes sagging.
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Tights, leggings, or “yoga” pants that cling so tightly to the body that they
outline body parts.
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Undershirts or any type of clothing designed to be worn as an
undergarment/ underwear as well as shirts or tanktops that expose
armpits (armpit tissue)
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Other items as deemed inappropriate will be determined on an as
needed basis by the administration
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 Sexual harassment is unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual
favors, or other inappropriate oral, written or physical conduct of a sexual
nature. Sexual harassment is illegal, will not be tolerated, and is a
violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education
Amendments of 1972, and may constitute sexual abuse under Kansas
statues. (see p. 34 for a detailed explanation)
 Soft skills: The following soft skills will be emphasized:
o Punctuality – Students will not be allowed to disrupt teaching and
learning by entering class late
o Appropriate dress and/or speech for a school environment
o Appropriate use of electronic devices
o Appropriate use of parking services – Students will not park in
reserved stalls (if there’s a mark…you don’t park)
 “Weapon“ is defined as any object that can reasonably be considered a
potential weapon or destructive device or any facsimile of a weapon on
school grounds. While a weapon can take the form of an item that is not
meant to be a weapon, certain items are specifically designated as
weapons and cannot be brought onto school grounds or to school events.
These include, but are not limited to, firearms, stun guns, sand clubs,
metal knuckles, chains, and/or knives. Students may be suspended up to
10 school days pending an expulsion hearing for (a) bringing a weapon
onto school grounds or to an event or (b) using an item as a weapon to
inflict harm on another person. Other examples include, but are not
limited to, belts, pencils, files, compasses, chains, laser pointers, and/or
scissors.
 “Dangerous devices” include but are not limited to knives with a blade
length of less than 2.5 inches, fireworks, and other items determined by
the administration to be dangerous but do not meet the criteria to be
considered a weapon.
Rules, consequences, and/or decisions necessary to regulate or address any
condition not specifically mentioned in the student handbook will be made
by the NHS administration as needed.
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“Procedural Safeguards and Parent’s Rights in Special Education” is
available through the Principal or the special education office located at
McKinley Administrative Center, 308 E First, Newton.
Hearing/Speech Disabled TDD users may dial the Kansas Relay Center toll
free at 800.766.3777. These calls are confidential. Students with
disabilities have an equal opportunity to participate in all extra-curricular and
non-academic services and activities.
Identification, Evaluation, and Placement services (Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973): Parents have the right to:
1. Have your child take part in and receive benefits from public
education programs without discrimination because of his/her
disabling condition.
2. Have the school district advise you of your rights under federal law
3. Receive notice with respect to identification, evaluation, or
placement of your child.
4. Have your child receive a free appropriate public education. This
includes the right to be educated with no-disabled students to the
maximum extent appropriate. It also includes the right to have the
school district make reasonable accommodations to allow your child
an equal opportunity to participate in school and school-related
activities.
5. Have your child educated in facilities and receive services
comparable to those provided non-disabled students.
6. Have your child receive special education and related services if
she/he is found to be eligible under the Individuals with Disabilities
Education Act (I.D.E.A.PL. 94-147).
7. Have evaluations, educational, and placement decisions made
based upon a variety of information sources, and by persons who
know the student, the evaluation data, and placement options.
8. Have transportation provided to and from an alternate placement
setting at no greater cost to you than would be incurred if the
student were placed in a program operated by the district.
9. Have your child be given an equal opportunity to participate in nonacademic and extracurricular activities offered by the district.
10. Examine all relevant records relating to decisions regarding your
child’s identification, evaluations educational program, and
placement.
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COMMUNICATION
General student conduct expectations:
Open House / Conferences: Parent-Teacher conferences are held in October
and February and an Open House is held early in the school year. Parents
are encouraged to take advantage of these opportunities to meet their
student’s teachers. Students may encourage their parents to attend.
Staff Directory: Contacting NHS Staff by telephone: It is important that NHS
students learn to advocate for themselves in preparation for their postsecondary careers or college. The staff strongly encourages students to
speak with teachers, coaches, and other staff members as needed.
Seminar provides a great time to speak with teachers (or before school).
Parents are also encouraged to contact staff by referring to the next table,
which shares staff names and telephone extensions. Most staff members
have a plan period during the day for lesson planning, grading, returning
messages, and possibly meeting. The NHS telephone number is 284.6280.
Staff Member
Adame, Vicki
Amrein, Erin
Antonowich, Lisa
Beck, Mary
Becker, Fred
Behymer, Laurie
Bergen, Nanette
Bergman, Cathlina
Bergman, Greg
Cameron, Don
Campbell, Dennis
Comer, Jeff
Conley, Cassandra
Cooper, Brad
Crittenden, Jana
Dick, Nathan
Didier, Lou
Dietz, Greg
Dutton, Danette
Ely, Lowell
Engelken, Brian
Epp, Jerry
Erickson, Roger
Fair, Lacie
Communication
E-mail
JAG Coordinator
Journalism / Media Productions
Physical Education (Chairperson)
English
Science
English
German (Chair)
English
Instrumental Music
Assistant Principal
Science
Social Studies / History
Theater / Drama
Counselor
Counselor
Extended Learning
Science
Assistant Principal
Counselor
Agriculture
Activities Director
Science (Chair)
Principal
Science
Extension
2137
2113
2335
2198
2628
2520
2524
2180
2428
1125
2190
2616
2430
1136
1155
2514
2647
1128
1156
2041
1166
2644
1122
2649
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 Appropriate dress/clothing: All questions of appropriate clothing will be
decided by the administration as needed. (see Dress Code Expectations)
 Battery means to unlawfully, willfully, intentionally, or recklessly touch or
cause bodily harm to another person.
 Bullying: Bullying is defined as “engaging in written or verbal expression or
physical conduct” that physically harms or has a reasonable fear of
harming a student or their property, or that is severe and persistent in
creating intimidation for the targeted person. This also can include cyber
bullying through a variety of mediums.
 Electronic devices are prohibited during the school day from 7:55 a.m. to
3:10 p.m. except at designated times and locations stipulated for their
use. Students who do not comply immediately during an electronic device
referral interaction will earn a disciplinary referral for insubordination.
 Food and drink are to be consumed in the cafeteria,locker areas, or
designated area outside.
 Investigations: When situations arise that require administrative
investigation, questioning of students, or student discipline, first priority
will be given to the safety of students followed by an investigation to
determine the material facts. The administration will contact parents as
merited once a thorough understanding of the specific issue has been
determined. Students who contact parents by e-mail, text message, or
phone without permission during this time will be subject to short-term
suspension. All property or storage areas on school grounds are subject to
human and/or canine search.
 No-suits/non-participation: Excessive (3 or more) no-suits/failure to
participate in courses may result in Supervised Study (ISS), detention,
and/or removal from class as warranted.
 Parking lot: Students may park in designated student parking and may
not loiter in the parking lot or in their cars or various areas on campus that
are not subject to normal student traffic flow and staff supervision
(example: among trees).
 PDA (Public Display of Affection): Students may express their affection by
holding hands at school. Kissing, pelvis to pelvis/buttock hugging, etc.,
will be considered inappropriate interaction.
 Safe School Hotline: The Kansas Highway Patrol provides a toll-free
number is available for students and parents who wish to anonymously
report safety issues: 877.626.8203.
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Category
/ Points
Cat 0 /
0 points
C1 /
5 pts
C2 /
10 pts
C3 /
15pts
C4 /
25pts
C5 /
50pts
Conduct
Behavior
Consequences
Tardy to class, dress code,
inappropriate language,
inappropriate interactions,
improper use of electronic
devices, parking violation, nonparticipation, other behaviors as
designated
Repetitious or deliberate Category
0 behavior, inappropriate
behavior, “horseplay,” leaving
without permission, loitering,
minor computer violations, and
other behaviors as designated
Conference, mediation, loss of
privileges, ISS, and/or other
consequences as deemed
appropriate to the situation
Insubordination, tobacco, bullying,
forgery, gang indicia, harassment,
inappropriate language toward
staff, property damage or theft
<$50, possession of stolen
property, and other behaviors as
designated
Disruptive behavior, failure to
comply, dangerous devices,
bullying, gang indicia, computer
violations, and other behaviors as
designated
Fighting, bullying, extortion,
property damage or theft or
possession of stolen property
>$50, property damage, false
alarm, sexual offense, other
behaviors as designated
Narcotics, battery, sexual battery,
arson, alcohol (under the
influence, possession, or
distribution), false alarm or threat,
drug paraphernalia or look-alikes,
endangerment, assault,
possession of weapons, theft or
property damage>$500, or other
behaviors as designated
privileges, restitution,
restriction, detention, ISS,
suspension, and/or other
appropriate for the student
and situation
privileges, restitution,
restriction, detention, report to
law enforcement, ISS,
suspension, and/or other
appropriate
ISS, suspension, loss of
privileges, referral to law
enforcement, and/or other
appropriate
Short-term suspension (up to
10 days), loss of privileges,
ISS, referral to law
enforcement, and/or other
appropriate
Suspension pending an
expulsion hearing(McKinley
Administrative Center), up to a
186 school day suspension,
referral to law enforcement,
and/or other consequences as
deemed appropriate
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Flaming, Judy
Gay, Chad
George, Lisa
George, Mark
Glann, Brent
Glann, Kelli
Grimmett, Grimmett
Gunn, Elizabeth
Hein, Tony
Helberg, Debra
Henning, Traci
Hoffman, John
Horn, Jennifer
Janzen, James
Jaso, Robyn
Jeffrey, Melinda
Jolliff, Rusty
Kelting, Nora
Kennell, Brian
Krehbiel, Jerry
Krenke, Greg
Lehman, Karen
Lichti, Norman
Loeffler, Cheryl
Lucas, Joanelle
McCloud, Scott
McConnell, Mike
McPheeters, James
Mick, Richard
Montano, Robin
Moore, Lisa
Olais, Patrice
Olais, Raymond
Otter, Lisa
Powell, Kimberly
Preston, Andy
Preston, Jon
Rangel, Melinda
Reinhardt, Deb
Rickard, Erica
Rogers, Nancy
Communication
Adaptive PE
School Resource Officer
Business / Marketing
Mathematics (Chair)
Special Education
Physical Education
English (Chair)
Media Center / Library
Mathematics
Mathematics
Special Education
English
Family & Consumer Science
Woodworking / Laserworks
French
Social Studies / History (Chair)
Special Education
Agriculture
School Nurse
Mathematics
Spanish
Career & Technical Education
English
Welding Technology
Special Education
Physical Education
English
Assistant Principal
Art (Chair)
Art
English
Special Education
Mathematics
Science
Business / Computers
Special Education
Mathematics
Special Education
2717
1151
2910
2606
2608
2684
2110
2179
2317
2129
1113
2613
2181
2170
2194
2132
2030
2526
2725
2125
2043
1145
2603
2525
2907
2511
2912
2619
2715
2522
1132
2419
2417
2523
2621
2602
2191
2140
2121
2604
2106
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Rucker, Nute
Saylor, Edie
Schauf, Molly
Schmidt, Phil
Scott, Grant
Seidl, Reagan
Shockley, Kathryn
Skinner, Brian
Soyez-Edwards, Nancy
Stanley, Parker
Taylor, Shawn
Tippet, Suzanna
Tolle, Randy
Triggs, Charles
Umscheid, Barbara
Unruh, Cory
Wedel, Chris
Wedel, Dennis
West, Jeana
Williams, Adam
Williams, David
Wilson, Jude
Winter, Juli
Woolery, Donna
Woolery, Keith
Ziegler, Bob
Zook, LuAnn
Agriculture
Business / Computers (Chair)
Family & Consumer Science
Science
School Psychologist
Business / Computers
Special Education
Social Studies / Reading
Instrumental Music
Machine Technology (Chair)
Spanish
Mathematics
Social Studies / Government
Mathematics
Automotive Technology
Special Education (Chair)
Special Education
English
Science
Speech / Debate / Forensics
Mathematics
School Social Worker
Vocal Music
Instrumental Music
Automotive Technology
English
2042
2138
2131
2633
2607
2126
2135
2136
2178
2426
2901
2502
2605
2622
2726
2803
2171
2618
2521
2636
2431
2128
2169
2421
2427
2806
2513
Parents are encouraged to attend conference opportunities to learn about
their student’s progress.
Conferences, Open House, and Parent Orientation
August 20 (Tues)
Parent orientation
7-8 p.m.
August 29 (Thurs)
Open House
6-8 p.m.
October 14 (Mon)
Conferences
6-8 p.m.
October 17 (Thurs)
Conferences
8-noon and 1-4 pm
October 18 (Fri)
Conferences
8-noon and 1-4 pm
February 3 (Mon)
Conferences
6-8 pm
February 6 (Thurs)
Conferences
6-8 pm
Communication
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The “Point” System: The student discipline plan for Newton High School is
based on the belief that secondary students are capable of making positive
choices concerning their behavior and that these choices protect the rights
of others, particularly as it relates to a safe and orderly school environment.
When problems are recognized with a student's behavior, the discipline
guidelines provide objective guidance for school administration in dealing
with concerns.
The point system provides feedback for students so they know the
seriousness of their personal situation. It is the preference of the
administration that no student earn any points for misbehavior at school.
Each behavior has a "point value" assigned to the student behaviors along
with an administrative consequence. All students begin each school year
with zero points. If a student accumulates twenty-five points, a conference
will be offered to parents that involves the student, parents, administration,
and others as appropriate. If a student accumulates fifty points, a formal
hearing will be held to possibly expel the student from further attendance at
Newton High School or consider an available alternative educational
placement. Points accumulate on a yearly basis. Students start over with no
disciplinary points each school year.
The administration may contact the Newton Police Department or other
appropriate legal authorities in order to investigate or make arrest as
needed. Individuals who are unsure as to whether they may be on the NHS
campus shouldcall 284.6280 to obtain permission prior to visiting.
When situations arise that require an investigation, interviewing of students,
or student discipline, the first priority will be given to the safety of students
followed by an investigation to determine the material facts. Parents will be
contacted as merited after a thorough understanding of the issue has been
determined. Students who contact parents by e-mail, text message, or phone
without permission during this time will be subject to consequences up to a
short-term suspension.
A reference table is included on the next page for students regarding
behaviors that are not acceptable. Negative behaviors are divided into six
categories, zero through five. A category zero behavior results in zero
disciplinary points but an appropriate consequence. Category 5 behaviors
will result in 50 points and a suspension pending an expulsion hearing.
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CONDUCT
USD 373 Contact Information:
USD 373 Board of Education
Barbara Bunting
Renee Erickson
See district website
Robin Gay
for specific contact
Tim Hodge
details at
Dick Koontz
Carol Sue Stayrook-Hobbs
Matt Treaster
The discipline procedures at NHS are designed to mirror appropriate societal
and workplace expectations so that NHS graduates acquire the ability to
work cooperatively with others while maintaining adequate attendance in a
situation of high yet reasonable expectations. Surveys of several Harvey
County employers yielded the following results (left-hand column):
Common workplace expectations:
NHS expectations:
Attend work regularly
Be punctual: Arrive on time
Follow reasonable requests: work
Respect the employer’s capital and
the property of others
Get along with others and disagree
within reasonable limits
Attend school regularly
Arrive on time or early
Follow reasonable requests: school
Respect others and their property
Improve job performance and
demonstrate proficiency in order to
be promoted, earn additional
responsibilities, and possibly receive
a raise
Use resources and/or tools in an
appropriate manner
Participate in an environment where
prejudice, harassment, and threat
are not acceptable
Participate in all work-related
activities appropriately
Work effectively in groups with a
variety of people and disagree
appropriately
Improve oneself academically and
demonstrate proficiency in a variety
of subjects in order to advance
toward graduation and be successful
in college or a career
Use a variety of resources and
technology appropriately
Participate effectively in an
environment where prejudice,
harassment, and threat are not
acceptable
Participate in required and optional
activities appropriately
USD 373 District Administration
Superintendent
Assistant Superintendent for
Human Relations
Curriculum Director
Sheila Wendling
Mitch Neuenschwander Special Education Director
Matt Morford
Business Director
Dr. Deborah Hamm
Dr. Russ Miller
NHS Office Staff 316.284.6280
Administrative Secretary
Marlene Skinner
Accounting Secretary
VerleneKeazer
Athletic Secretary
Michelle Bergquist
Attendance Secretary
Pauline Salas
Computer Lab/Media
Teresa Larose
Center
Casandra Carrion
Receptionist
Registrar
Tammy Shirley
Vocational Secretary
Lois Penner
Vocational Secretary
Angie Voth
316.284.6200
316.284.6202
316.284.6203
316.284.6580
316.284.6212
X1122
X1127
X1162
X1118
X2510
X1120
X1137
X2922
X2914
Commonly utilized consequences for behavior that interferes with learning:
 Conferences and/or mediation
 Refocus time to think through and possibly discuss inappropriate behavior
and future conduct
 Loss of privileges ranging from open lunch, hallway passing, social
interaction opportunities, and/or attendance at extra-curricular activities
 Detention – time designated before school, at lunch, or after school
 In-school suspension – utilized during school hours
 Out-of-school suspension – removal from school for a partial or up to
several days. Students may not be on school grounds or at school events
for the duration of their suspension.
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Communication
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ATTENDANCE
BELL SCHEDULE (Details)
Bell Schedule: NHS operates on a modified block schedulingformat that is
designed to allow students some longer classperiods for opportunities to
study in some courses, engage in a variety of learning activities, and practice
for prolonged durations of time. Students must enroll in 7 courses and
Seminar in order to be enrolled full-time. Exceptions must be approved
through the NHS Principal and the Student Assistance Team.
School days have been assigned names—"BLACK" or "GOLD"—which
alternate throughout the school year. For example, if a Black day falls on a
Monday, then the next school day (Tuesday) will be a Gold day.
"Black" days consist of periods 1,2, 3, 5, 7, 8. "Gold" days consist of periods
1, 2, 4, 6, 7 and 8. Eighth (8th) period is referred to as "Seminar.” Seminar
provides an opportunity for students to study, read, complete makeup work,
make important appointments that will not require missing academic
classes, and receive additional assistance.
Start / End time
7:00 – 7:45 am
7:55 – 8:45
8:50 – 9:40
9:50 – 11:20
11:25 – 1:30
1:35 – 2:25
2:30 – 3:10
Lunch:
Lunch A
Lunch B
Lunch C
Black day
Gold day
Optional zero hour course
Period 1
Period 1
Period 2
Period 2
Period 3
Period 4
Period 5
Period 6
Period 7
Period 7
Period 8 Seminar
Period 8 Seminar
11:25 – 11:55
11:55 – 12:25
12:25 – 12:55
Fifth and sixth period instructors will inform students as to the specific lunch
they are assigned. Students may go out for lunch once they have earned
enough credits to achieve sophomore status or above.
BellSchedule
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Students who attend school regularly will find the attendance policy easy to
understand and follow. Attendance is a very important attribute for
academic and post-secondary success. Graduates prepared for the 21st
century should know how to attend work (or school) consistently and meet
their obligations in a timely and consistent manner. NHS offers outstanding
educational opportunities for students, but students must be present to
benefit from quality teaching. The purpose of attendance laws and policies
is to teach habits for success and encourage consistent attendance so that
each student may receive the full benefit of educational opportunities. In
addition, by state law students under the age of 18 must attend school
regularly. The NHS administration follows the Kansas truancy laws.
KSA 72-1113(Kansas law) requires schools to report truancy when
a student misses a significant portion of three consecutive days, or
any five days in a semester, or any seven days in a school year.
Excused absences: Parents may excuse their student for any reason a
significant portion of 12 days per year. A significant portion of a school day
is defined as two or more class periods. Parents may send a note, but
phone callsare preferred. Parents should contact the attendance secretary
at 284.6280, ext. 1118, when their student is going to be absent.
Medical absences: There is no limit for absences excused by licensed
medical personnel (physicians, dentists, optometrists, chiropractors). A
specificnote, signed by the physician, must be provided in a timely manner.
Other absences, for example, for court appearances, will be managed on an
as needed basis. Contact the attendance clerk at ext. 1118 as needed.
Leaving school during the day: Students may not leave school without
checking out through the attendance secretary and receiving permission.
Calls to excuse an absence after the student’s departure from school will not
be accepted. Students should always check out before leaving campus.
Planned extended absence: If a student must be absent for an extended
time, the parent or student should contact the attendance clerk prior to the
absence and the student will complete an extended absence form.
Tardies: Students will not be allowed to interrupt teaching or learning by
entering class late. Tardy students will be placed in ISS until the guidance
staff and/or administration has time to address the problem. Chronically
late students will be worked with as deemed appropriate to their situation.
Parents may not excuse a tardy to school.
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ITEMS FOR DECISION
4. Approval of the Lease Agreement for Health Sciences Academy
For your review and discussion, I have included the draft lease agreement between Newton Medical
Center and USD 373 for the lease of the building formally used for childcare on the medical center
grounds. The lease agreement includes a $1 annual lease payment with a three-year term.
As disclosed earlier, the plan at this time would be to clean floors and carpet and paint only the rooms
(two classrooms and office area) that will be used next year. The cost is estimated at less than $3,500. The
building would house Project Search and provide classroom space for Med Science I and Med Science III
during the 2013-14 school year.
Unoccupied utilities have been running approximately $180 per month and fully occupied (when full-time
daycare center) utilities ran approximately $800 per month. We are discussing internet and phone service
options on Friday and will have more information at the meeting on Monday.
HCC is interested in continuing to discuss how this program might grow and how courses that they offer
will fit into the high school program. We will be looking to increase the number of industry certifications
that will be available to our students through this pathway. Next year, students will complete coursework
with a minimum of a Certified Nurses Aide (CNA) certification.
We are looking at ways to have funding through SB 155 and will be meeting with HCC representatives
early in the summer.
The administration recommends the approval of the Lease Agreement between Newton Medical Center
and USD 373 as presented.
Board Action
I move to approve the Lease Agreement between Newton Medical Center and USD 373 as presented.
LEASE AGREEMENT
THIS LEASE is executed this ___ day of _________, 2013, between NEWTON
HEALTHCARE CORPORATION, hereinafter referred to as "LANDLORD," and UNIFIED
SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 373, HARVEY COUNTY, KANSAS, hereinafter referred to as
"TENANT."
IN CONSIDERATION of the mutual covenants contained herein, the parties agree as
follows:
1.
DEFINITION AND TERMS.
a. Landlord:
NEWTON HEALTHCARE CORPORATION
600 Medical Center Drive
Newton, KS 67114
b. Tenant:
UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 373, HARVEY COUNTY,
KANSAS
308 E. 1st
Newton, Kansas 67114
c. Lease effective date and commencement date:
i.
This lease shall commence and become effective on the 1st day of June,
2013.
d. Term:
i.
Three (3) years, subject to automatic one (1) year renewals unless either
party gives notice of termination as provided herein.
e. Expiration date:
i.
Three years from the Effective Date and Commencement Date, unless
automatically renewed according to the terms of this lease.
f. Building:
i.
(Former child care center)
805 Medical Center Drive
Newton, KS 67114
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ii.
Legally described as follows:
Lot 3, Block A. Newton Medical Center Third Addition to the City of
Newton, Kansas, as shown by the recorded plat thereof
g. Annual rent:
$1.00
h. Utilities Payment:
i.
2.
TENANT agrees to pay utilities, as defined herein.
PREMISES.
a. Leased Premises. LANDLORD hereby leases to TENANT and TENANT hereby
leases from LANDLORD the Leased Premises.
3.
TERM OF LEASE.
a. This lease shall be for a three (3) year term, beginning on the commencement date as
defined herein.
b. Automatic renewals: At the expiration of the original term and each successive
renewed term, this lease shall automatically renew for an additional one (1) year term, unless
either of the parties hereto gives 60 days written notice to the other that the lease will not be
renewed. In such event, the lease will terminate upon the end of the then current term.
4.
RENTAL.
a. Payment of Rent: LANDLORD and TENANT agree that annual rent has been set at
One dollar ($1.00) in recognition of TENANT's governmental nonprofit status and charitable
purpose and in recognition of the services provided to children by TENANT.
5.
USE AND RESTRICTIONS ON USE.
a. TENANT shall use and occupy the Premises during the Term of this Lease as a Health
Sciences Academy and related uses, and for no other purpose.
b. TENANT shall not use or occupy or permit the use or occupancy of the Leased
Premises or any part thereof for any use other than the use specifically set forth herein.
c. TENANT may place signage on the exterior of the building. The size, style, material,
and appearance of all signage shall be subject to review and approval by LANDLORD.
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d. TENANT will provide its own interior furniture and equipment.
6.
ALTERATIONS AND MODIFICATION:
a. TENANT shall take good care of the Leased Premises and shall not alter or modify the
Leased Premises other than as may be needed on an emergency basis, without the written consent
of LANDLORD which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld. Any alterations or
modifications made shall be at the expense of TENANT and shall become the property of
LANDLORD and remain on the premises.
b. TENANT shall, at the termination of this Lease, surrender the premises to
LANDLORD in as good condition and repair as reasonable and proper use thereof will permit.
All damage or injury done to the premises by TENANT or an invitees of TENANT shall be paid
for by TENANT.
7.
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS:
a. TENANT shall be responsible for all routine maintenance and repairs associated with
its activities on the inside of the Leased Premises, including plumbing. LANDLORD shall be
responsible for all exterior maintenance of the building and all mechanical systems of the
building, including heating and air conditioning systems.
b. TENANT shall permit LANDLORD and its agents to enter the premises at all
reasonable times to inspect the premises, maintain the building or premises, make repairs,
alterations, or additions to the premises.
c. TENANT agrees to provide custodial services for the leased premises.
d. LANDLORD agrees to provide maintenance of the exterior grounds and parking lot.
8.
INSURANCE; FEES, EXPENSES AND LIABILITY:
a. The building shall be insured by LANDLORD against loss or damage by fire and
extended coverage property insurance to the extent deemed appropriate by LANDLORD,
including all improvements, alterations, additions, and changes made by either party hereto. In
the event of loss, any insurance proceeds collected shall be used to restore the premises to its
condition prior to the loss.
b. TENANT and LANDLORD shall each procure at its cost and expense and keep in
effect during the Term, comprehensive general liability insurance with a minimum combined
single limit of liability of at least One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.00). Such insurance shall
name the other party as an additional insured. The parties shall annually furnish each other with
certificates of insurance evidencing compliance with the insurance requirements of this Lease.
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c. LANDLORD and TENANT hereby release each other from any and all liability or
responsibility to the other or any claiming through or under them by way of subrogation or
otherwise for any loss or damage to property caused by fire or any of the extended coverage or
supplementary contract casualties, even if such fire or other casualty shall have been caused by
the fault or negligence of the other party, or anyone for whom such party may be responsible,
provided, however, that this release shall be applicable and in force and effect (1) only with
respect to loss or damage occurring during such times as the releasor's policies shall contain a
clause or endorsement to the effect that any such release shall not adversely affect or impair such
policies or prejudice the right of the releasor to recover thereunder; and (2) only to the extent of
coverage afforded under releasor's policies. Each of LANDLORD and TENANT agrees that it
will request its insurance carriers to include in its policies such a clause or endorsement.
d. TENANT shall obtain and maintain any other insurance that TENANT desires on the
leased premises or on the personal property therein at the expense of TENANT.
9.
ASSIGNMENT AND SUBLEASE:
a. TENANT shall not assign any rights or duties under this Lease nor sublet the premises
or any part thereof, nor allow any other person to occupy or use the premises without the prior
written consent of LANDLORD. A consent to one assignment, sublease, or occupation or use by
any other person shall not be a consent to any subsequent assignment, sublease, or occupation or
use by another person. Any assignment or subletting without consent shall be void. This Lease
shall not be assignable, as to the interest of TENANT, by operation of law, without the written
consent of LANDLORD.
b. No assignment or sublease made by TENANT, even with LANDLORD's consent,
shall relieve TENANT from any duty or obligation under the terms of this Lease.
10.
BREACH OR DEFAULT.
a. Breach: TENANT shall have breached this Lease and shall be considered in default
hereunder if (1) TENANT files a petition in bankruptcy or insolvency or for reorganization under
any bankruptcy act, or makes an assignment for the benefit of creditors, (2) involuntary
proceedings are instituted against TENANT under any bankruptcy act, (3) TENANT fails to pay
any rent, utilities charge, maintenance charge or other financial obligation when due and does not
make the delinquent payment within 30 days after receipt of written notice thereof from
LANDLORD, or (4) TENANT fails to perform or comply with any of the covenants or
conditions of this Lease and such failure continues for a period of 30 days after receipt of written
notice thereof from LANDLORD.
b. Effect of Breach: In the event of a breach of its Lease as set forth above, the
LANDLORD shall have the right to cancel and terminate this Lease, as well as all of the right,
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title, and interest of TENANT hereunder, by giving to TENANT 30 days notice of the
cancellation and termination.
11.
PROHIBITION OF LIENS.
a. TENANT shall keep the LANDLORD's interest in the Leased Premises free from any
liens arising out of any work performed, material furnished or obligations incurred by TENANT
or any person or entity claiming through or under TENANT. In the event that TENANT shall
not, within twenty (20) days following the imposition of any such lien, cause same to be released
of record by payment or posting of a proper bond, LANDLORD shall have, in addition to all
other remedies provided herein and by law, the right but not the obligation to cause same to be
released by such means as it shall reasonably deem proper, including payment of the claim giving
rise to such lien. All such sums paid by LANDLORD and all expenses incurred by it in
connection therewith shall be payable to it by TENANT on demand. LANDLORD shall have the
right at all times to post and keep posted on the Leased Premises any notices permitted or
required by law, or that LANDLORD shall deem proper, for the protection of LANDLORD, the
Leased Premises, the Building, and any other party having an interest therein, from mechanics'
and materialmen's liens on the LANDLORD's interest in the Leased Premises.
12.
COVENANT OF QUIET ENJOYMENT:
a. TENANT upon its payment of all rent and sums herein provided, and upon its
compliance with the performance of all those provisions, terms, and conditions applicable to and
performable by TENANT, and subject to the terms of this Lease, shall peaceably and quietly
hold, occupy, and enjoy the Premises for the Term of this Lease without hindrance, ejection, or
interruption by LANDLORD, or persons lawfully or equitably claiming under or through
LANDLORD; provided that this covenant shall be binding upon LANDLORD and his successors
only with respect to broaches occurring during his or their respective ownership of the
LANDLORD's interest hereunder.
13.
DESTRUCTION
a. If the Premises shall be damaged by fire or other casualty insured against by
LANDLORD's fire and extended coverage insurance policy covering the Building, and if
TENANT shall give prompt notice to LANDLORD of such damage, LANDLORD, at
LANDLORD's expense, shall promptly repair such damage; including damage to any authorized
alterations made by the TENANT provided, however, that LANDLORD shall have no obligation
to repair any damage to or to replace TENANT's personal property. If the entire Premises shall be
rendered untenable by reason of any such damage, the Rent shall abate for the period from the
date of such damage to the date when such damage to the Premises shall have been repaired, and
if only a part of the Premises shall be rendered untenable, the Rent shall abate for such period in
the proportion that the area of the part of the Premises so rendered untenable bears to the total
area of the Premises; provided, however, if, prior to the date when all of such damage shall have
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been repaired, any part of the Premises so damaged shall be rendered tenable or shall be used or
occupied by TENANT or any person or persons claiming through or under TENANT, then the
amount by which the Rent shall abate shall be equitably apportioned for the period from the date
of any such use or occupancy to the date when all such damage shall have been repaired.
b. If, prior to or during the Term (a) the Premises shall be totally damaged or rendered
wholly untenable by fire or other casualty, and if LANDLORD shall decide not to restore the
Premises, or (b) the Building shall be so damaged by fire or other casualty that, in LANDLORD's
reasonable opinion, substantial alteration, demolition or reconstruction of the Building shall be
required (whether or not the Premises shall have been damaged or rendered untenable), then, in
any of such events, LANDLORD, at LANDLORD's option, may give to TENANT, within ninety
(90) days after such fire or other casualty, a thirty (30) days' notice of termination of this Lease
and, in the event such notice is given, this Lease and the Term shall terminate upon the
expiration of such thirty (30) days and the Rent and any other financial obligations shall be
apportioned as of the date of casualty and any prepaid portion of Rent or other financial
obligations for any period after such date shall be refunded by LANDLORD to TENANT.
c. LANDLORD shall attempt to obtain and maintain, throughout the Term, in
LANDLORD's casualty insurance policies, provisions to the effect that such policies shall not be
invalidated should the insured waive, in writing, prior to loss, any or all right of recovery against
any party for loss occurring to the Building. As long as such or similar provisions are included in
LANDLORD's fire insurance policies then in force, LANDLORD hereby waives (a) any
obligation on the part of TENANT to make repairs to the Premises necessitated or occasioned by
fire or other casualty that is an insured risk under such policies, and (b) any right of recovery
against TENANT, any other permitted occupant of the Leased Premises, and any of their
servants, employees, agents or contractors, for any loss occasioned by fire or other casualty that
is an insured risk under such policies. In the event that at any time LANDLORD's casualty
insurance carriers shall not include such or similar provisions in LANDLORD's fire insurance
policies, the waivers set forth in the foregoing sentence shall, upon notice given by LANDLORD
to TENANT, be deemed of no further force or effect.
14.
UTILITIES
a. LANDLORD will provide and maintain the necessary equipment for adequate heating,
air conditioning and ventilation, and connections so that all utilities (electricity, water, sewer, and
gas) are adequately available to the Leased Premises.
b. TENANT shall be responsible for utility charges for the Leased Premises.
c. Utilities as used herein shall include electricity, gas, water, sewer, waste pickup,
including recyclables and medical waste, phone, network and internet services.
d. LANDLORD shall maintain all parking lots and sidewalks in good condition and
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provide for snow and ice removal as needed to maintain and restore the safety of such areas.
15.
MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
a. REMEDIES OF LANDLORD CUMULATIVE: Except where duplicative or
inconsistent, the remedies herein given to LANDLORD shall be cumulative, and the exercise of
any one remedy by LANDLORD shall not be to the exclusion of any other remedy.
b. GOVERNING LAW: It is agreed that this Lease Agreement shall be governed by,
construed, and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of Kansas.
c. WAIVERS: Waiver by LANDLORD of any breach of any covenant or duty of
TENANT under this Lease is not a waiver of a breach of any other covenant or duty of TENANT
or of any subsequent breach of the same covenant or duty.
d. ENTIRE AGREEMENT: This Lease Agreement shall constitute the entire agreement
between the parties. Any prior understanding or representation of any kind preceding the date of
this Lease shall not be binding upon either party except to the extent incorporated in this Lease
Agreement.
e. MODIFICATION OF AGREEMENT: Any modification of this Lease Agreement or
additional obligation by either party in connection with this agreement shall be binding only if
evidenced in a writing signed by each party or an authorized representative of each party.
f. NOTICES. All notices, demands, or other writings in this Lease Agreement provided
to be given or made or sent, or which may be given or made or sent, by either party to the other,
shall be deemed to have been fully given or made or sent when made in writing and deposited in
the United States mail, postage prepaid, and addressed as set out herein. The address to which
any notice, demand, or other writing may be given or made or sent to any party as above
provided may be changed by written notice given by such party as above provided.
g. ARTICLE HEADINGS. The titles to the articles of this Lease Agreement are solely
for the convenience of the parties and shall not be used to explain, modify, simplify, or aid in the
interpretation of the provisions of this Lease Agreement.
h. FORM DA-146a. The Provisions found in Contractual Provisions Attachment (Form
DA-146a, Rev. 1-01 as revised for School Districts), which is attached hereto, are hereby
incorporated in this contract and made a part thereof.
i. EXECUTION. This lease may be signed by the Superintendent of Schools, but is
subject to ratification by the Board of Education of U.S.D. 373.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Lease at Newton, Kansas, the
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day and year first above written.
LANDLORD:
NEWTON HEALTHCARE CORPORATION
By ____________________________________
Title
TENANT:
UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 373, HARVEY COUNTY, KANSAS
By ____________________________________
Superintendent
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State of Kansas
Department of Administration
DA-146a (Rev. 1-01)
As Revised for Unified School Districts- JSR (Rev. 3-08)
CONTRACTUAL PROVISIONS ATTACHMENT
Important:
This form contains mandatory contract provisions and must be attached to or incorporated in all copies of any contractual
agreement. If it is attached to the vendor/contractor's standard contract form, then that form must be altered to contain the
following provision:
"The Provisions found in Contractual Provisions Attachment (Form DA-146a, Rev. 1-01 as revised for School Districts),
which is attached hereto, are hereby incorporated in this contract and made a part thereof."
The parties agree that the following provisions are hereby incorporated into the contract to which it is attached and made a
part thereof, said contract being the _____ day of ____________________, 20_____.
1.
Terms Herein Controlling Provisions: It is expressly agreed that the terms of each and every provision in this attachment shall
prevail and control over the terms of any other conflicting provision in any other document relating to and a part of the contract in
which this attachment is incorporated.
2.
Agreement With Kansas Law: All contractual agreements shall be subject to, governed by, and construed according to the laws of
the State of Kansas.
3.
Termination Due To Lack Of Funding Appropriation: If, in the judgment of the District, sufficient funds are not appropriated to
continue the function performed in this agreement and for the payment of the charges hereunder, District may terminate this
agreement at the end of its current fiscal year. District agrees to give written notice of termination to contractor at least 30 days prior
to the end of its current fiscal year, and shall give such notice for a greater period prior to the end of such fiscal year as may be
provided in this contract, except that such notice shall not be required prior to 90 days before the end of such fiscal year. Contractor
shall have the right, at the end of such fiscal year, to take possession of any equipment provided District under the contract. District
will pay to the contractor all regular contractual payments incurred through the end of such fiscal year, plus contractual charges
incidental to the return of any such equipment. Upon termination of the agreement by District, title to any such equipment shall
revert to contractor at the end of District's current fiscal year. The termination of the contract pursuant to this paragraph shall not
cause any penalty to be charged to the District or the contractor.
4.
Disclaimer Of Liability: Neither the District nor any agency thereof shall hold harmless or indemnify any contractor beyond that
liability incurred under the Kansas Tort Claims Act (K.S.A. 75-6101 et seq.).
5.
Anti-Discrimination Clause: The contractor agrees: (a) to comply with the Kansas Act Against Discrimination (K.S.A. 44-1001 et
seq.) and the Kansas Age Discrimination in Employment Act (K.S.A. 44-1111 et seq.) and the applicable provisions of the
Americans With Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.) (ADA) and to not discriminate against any person because of race,
religion, color, sex, disability, national origin or ancestry, or age in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its
programs or activities; (b) to include in all solicitations or advertisements for employees, the phrase "equal opportunity employer"; (c)
to comply with the reporting requirements set out at K.S.A. 44-1031 and K.S.A. 44-1116; (d) to include those provisions in every
subcontract or purchase order so that they are binding upon such subcontractor or vendor; (e) that a failure to comply with the
reporting requirements of (c) above or if the contractor is found guilty of any violation of such acts by the Kansas Human Rights
Commission, such violation shall constitute a breach of contract and the contract may be cancelled, terminated or suspended, in
whole or in part, by the contracting District or the Kansas Department of Administration; (f) if it is determined that the contractor has
violated applicable provisions of ADA, such violation shall constitute a breach of contract and the contract may be cancelled,
terminated or suspended, in whole or in part, by the contracting District or the Kansas Department of Administration.
Parties to this contract understand that the provisions of this paragraph number 5 (with the exception of those provisions relating to
the ADA) are not applicable to a contractor who employs fewer than four employees during the term of such contract or whose
contracts with the contracting District cumulatively total $5,000 or less during the fiscal year of such District.
6.
Acceptance Of Contract: This contract shall not be considered accepted, approved or otherwise effective until the statutorily
required approvals and certifications have been given.
7.
Arbitration, Damages, Warranties: Notwithstanding any language to the contrary, no interpretation shall be allowed to find the
District or any agency thereof has agreed to binding arbitration, or the payment of damages or penalties upon the occurrence of a
contingency. Further, the District shall not agree to pay attorney fees and late payment charges beyond those available under the
Kansas Prompt Payment Act (K.S.A. 75-6403), and no provision will be given effect which attempts to exclude, modify, disclaim or
otherwise attempt to limit implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
8.
Representative's Authority To Contract: By signing this contract, the representative of the contractor thereby represents that such
person is duly authorized by the contractor to execute this contract on behalf of the contractor and that the contractor agrees to be
bound by the provisions thereof.
9.
Responsibility For Taxes: The District shall not be responsible for, nor indemnify a contractor for, any federal, state or local taxes
which may be imposed or levied upon the subject matter of this contract.
10. Insurance: The District shall not be required to purchase, any insurance against loss or damage to any personal property to which
this contract relates, nor shall this contract require the District to establish a "self-insurance" fund to protect against any such loss or
damage. Subject to the provisions of the Kansas Tort Claims Act (K.S.A. 75-6101 et seq.), the vendor or lessor shall bear the risk of
any loss or damage to any personal property in which vendor or lessor holds title.
11. Information: No provision of this contract shall be construed as limiting the Legislative Division of Post Audit from having
access to information pursuant to K.S.A. 46-1101 et seq.
12. The Eleventh Amendment: "The Eleventh Amendment is an inherent and incumbent protection with the State of Kansas and need
not be reserved, but prudence requires the District to reiterate that nothing related to this contract shall be deemed a waiver of the
Eleventh Amendment."
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ITEMS FOR DECISION
5. Approval of the KCCRS–Kansas College Career Readiness Standards in ELA
& Math (Common Core)
As cited on http://www.corestandards.org/the-standards, the States across the country collaborated with
teachers, researchers, and leading experts to design and develop the Common Core State Standards.
Each state independently made the decision to adopt the Common Core State Standards, beginning in
2010. The federal government was NOT involved in the development of the standards. Local teachers,
principals, and superintendents lead the implementation of the Common Core.
The Common Core State Standards are a clear set of shared goals and expectations for the knowledge
and skills students need in English language arts and mathematics at each grade level to ultimately be
prepared to graduate college and career ready. The standards establish what students need to learn, but
they do not dictate how teachers should teach. Teachers will continue to devise lesson plans and tailor
instruction to the individual needs of the students in their classrooms.
Teachers in USD 373 have been transitioning to and implementing the new standards. They are planning
and creating lessons based on the KCCRS.
The administration recommends the approval of the KCCRS Kansas College Career Ready Standards in
ELA & Math (Common Core).
Board Action
I move to approve the KCCRS Kansas College Career Ready Standards in ELA & Math (Common Core).
ITEMS FOR DECISION
6. Approval of the ELA Information
K-6 90-minute block talking points and ELA brochure are included in your board packet.
The administration recommends the approval of the K-6 90-minute block talking points and ELA
brochure.
Board Action
I move to approve the K-6 90-minute block talking points and ELA brochure.
PreK-12 ELA Instruction for Newton USD 373
Talking Points for K-6 ELA 90 minute block
As a committee, we have reviewed what grades K-6 in USD 373 have been doing during the literacy block and
have researched best practice to also align to KCCRS. Our goal was to come up with a structure for the 90minute block that delivers effective instruction with consistency across the District and appropriate for each
grade level.
Each ELA member for grades K-6 has requested books that go along with the details below. Nora will order
these books this week and they will be provided to teachers as soon as they come in. Professional development
and support will be provided to teachers.
It is expected that the 90- minute block has the four main components (first column) in the delivery of
instruction each day. Next, find your grade level and note the 90 minutes uninterrupted ELA instruction and 30
additional minutes for writing in grades K-4. Grades 5-6 have 90 minutes for reading and writing due to
schedule constraints. When reading through the goals, it is not intended that each one occurs each day. Your
instruction will be tailored to meet the needs of your students.
K-1
*Blocks do not
need to occur in
the order listed
below.
Working
with Words
(whole class at
grade level)
90 uninterrupted min
for reading
30 additional min for writing
= 120 min total
2-4
Done Everyday
Suggested Total Time: 30
minute per day
(Pacing is critical!)
Done Everyday
minutes per day
(Pacing is critical!)
Goals:
Goals:
•
to teach students how to
read and spell highfrequency words
•
read and spell highfrequency words
•
decode and spell other
words using patterns from
known words
•
decode and spell other
words using patterns from
known words
to have students
automatically and fluently
use phonics and spelling
patterns while reading and
writing
•
•
5-6
90 uninterrupted min
for reading
30 additional min for writing
=120 min total
to have students
automatically and fluently
use phonics and spelling
patterns while reading and
writing
Word Wall
Suggested Time: 10 minutes
Word wall words:
10 minutes
Decoding/Spelling Activity
Suggested Time: 20 minutes
Decoding/spelling activity:
(20 minutes)
90 min for reading and writing
Done 2-3 times per week
minutes per wk
Goals:
to learn key words which contain the
prefixes, suffixes and spelling
changes necessary for decoding and
spelling polysyllabic words
•
•
•
to learn to spell common words
which students may be spelling
in the logical—but incorrect way
to learn to develop a visual
checking sense while spelling
to learn to cross check meaning
with word pattern knowledge
Strategies that focus on building:
word meaning
vocabulary
using word parts
context
morphological patterns to
decode and spell big words
For each grade level, there is a suggested total time in columns 2, 3, 4. This can vary depending on the needs of the students. The
important part is that each of the 4 components in column 1 occur daily in the 90 minute block.
Guided Reading
Done Everyday
Suggested Total Time:
30-40 minutes per day
Done Everyday
Suggested Total Time:30-40
minutes per day
Done Everyday
150 min per wk
(small group at
instructional level
and/or grade level)
Goals:
Goals:
•
•
Whole group and/or
small group
•
to teach comprehension,
accuracy, fluency, and
vocabulary skills and
strategies.
to develop students'
background knowledge,
meaningful vocabulary
and oral language.
•
read all types of
literature.
•
to provide as much
instructional-level
reading as possible
•
to maintain the
motivation and selfconfidence of struggling
readers.
Before Reading
Suggested time: 10 minutes
During Reading
Suggested time: 15-20
minutes
After Reading
minutes
To teach comprehension,
accuracy, fluency, and vocabulary
skills and strategies
•
to provide individual mini
conferences with students
•
to develop students’ background
knowledge, meaningful
vocabulary and oral language.
•
to teach students how to read all
types of literature.
•
to provide as much instructional level reading as possible
•
to maintain the motivation and
self-confidence of struggling
students.
Before Reading: 10 minutes
During reading: 15-20 minutes
After Reading: 5-10 minutes
Independent Reading and
Conference Suggest time: 15-20
minutes (Can be paired, individual,
whole group, small group, book clubs
Goals:
• to teach comprehension,
accuracy, fluency,
vocabulary skills and
strategies
• to teach students how to
read and respond to all
types of literature
• to develop background
knowledge, oral language,
and meaning vocabulary
• to provide as much
instructional level
material as possible
• to maintain the selfconfidence and motivation
of struggling readers
Comprehension
Before Reading Activities
During Reading Activities
After Reading Activities
Fiction and nonfiction
texts
Self Selected
Reading
(whole group for
read aloud at or
above grade level)
(individual
conferencing done
at independent
level)
Done Everyday
30-40 Minutes per day
Done Everyday
30- 40 minutes per day
Done Everyday
Suggested Total Time: 120 min
per week
Goals:
Goals:
•
to introduce students to
different types of
literature through the
teacher read-aloud
•
to introduce students
to all types of
literature
•
to encourage students'
reading interests
•
to encourage student’s
reading interest
•
to provide
instructional-level
reading materials
•
to provide
instructional-level
reading
•
to build students'
intrinsic motivation for
reading.
•
to build intrinsic
motivation for reading
•
to model strategies and
provide independentlevel reading to build
stamina
Goals:
• to introduce children to all types of
literature through the teacher read
aloud;
• to model strategies in mini-lessons
effective readers use;
• to encourage students’ reading
interests;
• to provide and encourage
independent-level reading;
• to provide instructional guidance and
support as students apply decoding
and comprehension strategies in their
reading;
• to engage students in conversations
about their reading; and
• to build intrinsic motivation for
reading.
•to model strategies and provide
independent -level reading to build
stamina
•
to model strategies and
provide independent level reading to build
stamina
Teacher Read Aloud
minutes
Independent Reading
and Conference
minutes
Sharing
minutes
Teacher Read Aloud
Suggested time: 10
minutes
Independent Reading
and Conferencing
suggested time: 15-20
minutes
Sharing
minutes
Teacher read aloud and mini-lesson
Independent Reading/Conference
Share
Writing
Done Everyday
Done Everyday
Done Everyday
outside of the 90 minute
block.
outside of 90 minutes
block
Goals:
Goals:
•
to help students view
writing as a way to tell
about things
•
to help students view
writing as a way to tell
about things
•
to teach students to write
fluently
•
to teach students to
write fluently
•
to show students how to
apply correct grammar
and mechanics of writing
•
•
to teach particular
writing forms
to show students how to
apply correct grammar
and mechanics of
writing
•
•
to allow students to learn
to read through writing
to teach particular
writing forms
•
•
to maintain the
writers
to allow students to
learn to read through
writing
•
to maintain the
writers
Mini Lesson - Teacher
Writing
Suggested time: 5-10 minutes
Student Writing and
Conferencing
minutes
Author's Chair/Sharing
Suggested time: 5-10 minutes
Suggested Total Time: 150 min per wk
Goals:
• to help students see writing as a way of
telling about things
• to develop students’ fluency in writing
• to provide opportunities for students to
learn to use grammar and mechanics in the
context of their own writing
• to help students learn about specific forms
of writing during focused instruction to
ensure that struggling writers are supported
in order to maintain their motivation and selfconfidence
Mini-lesson
Students Writing and Teacher Conferencing
Sharing
Mini-lesson- Teacher
guided writing- (5- 10
minutes)
Student writing and
conferencing:
students write/ teacher
conferences with students
(20 minutes)
Sharing Author’s Chair:
students share their writing,
audience can ask questions
about the writing
(5-10 minutes)
important part is that each of the 4 components in column 1 occur daily.
PreK-12 ELA
Committee Members
Jenifer Smith
Rhonda Rhoux
Danielle Flaming
Jody Childs
Julie Clark
Jackie Seirer
Renee Evangelista
Jessica Wiemer
Jennifer Milton
Tina Fast
Chris Hasan
Terry Scates
Sandra Barnett
Deb Helberg
Janel Harms
Robyn Jaso
Chris Wedel
PreK-12 English
Language Arts (ELA)
Effective Instruction
Sheila Wendling
Director of Instructional Services
Ph 316.284.6203
Fx 316.284.6207
308 East First Street
Newton, KS 67114
WWW.NEWTON.K12.KS.US
Philosophy of ELA Instruction
We believe in an interdisciplinary
and rigorous curriculum
to develop reading and
communicating as lifelong skills
Definition of
Curriculum
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS OF ELA INSTRUCTION
Definition of Curriculum
Essential Elements of ELA Instruction
~WHAT we teach and HOW we teach it
(this would not be the textbook or resources)
All District
Curriculum is an organized program of
learning: content, instruction, assessment
and context (according to
www.education.com/definition/curriculum/).
•
•
•
•
Content—info and skills students should
learn to master the KCCRS
Instruction—way course content is
taught (essential elements)
Assessment—how students will be
measured on performance (ongoing)
Context—educational environment in
which course material will be taught
1. Base all instruction on the Kansas College Career
Readiness Standards.
2. State or post instructional goals and/or learning
objectives.
3. Provide instructional scaffolding.
4. Integrate appropriate technology.
5. Differentiate instruction based on student.
6. Provide a literacy rich environment.
7. Provide purposeful guided and independent
practice.
8. Use the five elements of effective reading
(phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary,
fluency, comprehension) in instruction based on
student need.
9. Foster collaboration for student learning and
understanding.
10. Provide explicit comprehension instruction
using Bloom’s Revised Taxonomy.
11. Integrate reading and writing instruction.
12. Combine writing instruction with varied
writing opportunities.
13. Write and discuss using textual evidence.
14. Provide rich and explicit vocabulary
instruction.
15. Include a combination of informational
(non-fiction) and literary (fiction) texts at the
appropriate grade level (text complexity).
PreK – 6
Provide a daily 90-minute uninterrupted
literacy block which will include whole group
and differentiated small group instruction.
.
We believe in an interdisciplinary and rigorous curriculum to develop reading and communicating as lifelong skills
ITEMS FOR DECISION
7. Approval of Requested Changes to the District’s Qualified Pension Plan
At the February 11, 2013 board meeting, board members requested information related to the district’s
Qualified Pension Plan (early retirement) in terms of the requirement that administrators forfeit the
benefit if they accept employment with another school district. Discussion focused on the fact this
forfeiture applies only to administrators and not other licensed personnel and that the benefit should be
consistent. Approval to proceed with work required to remove the Plan restriction on administrative
employees was provided at the March 11, 2013 Board meeting.
Board counsel has received the revision of the Plan, which is included in the Board packet. The revision
removed the restriction that applied to administrative employees, and cleaned up a number of crossreferences as required. According to the negotiated agreement, amendments to the plan can be initiated
with unanimous approval of the District Qualified Pension Plan Committee, which consists of the
President of the Newton NEA, one additional member appointed by the President of the Newton NEA,
the Assistant Superintendent for Business Services, and the Board Attorney. The Committee has
approved the changes as presented. With Board approval, the Plan amendments and required
resubmission of a determination letter will be submitted to the IRS as required by law.
The administration recommends approve the Plan revision and adoption of the required resolution as
presented.
Board Action
I move to approve the amendment to the Qualified Pension Plan and adoption of the resolution as
presented.
RESOLUTION OF THE
BOARD OF EDUCATION OF
UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 373, HARVEY COUNTY, KANSAS
The following recitals and resolution were taken at a regularly scheduled meeting of the
Board of Education of Unified School District No. 373, Harvey County, Kansas held on the ___
day of __________, 2013:
RECITALS
WHEREAS, Unified School District No. 373, Harvey County, Kansas (the “District”)
currently maintains the USD No. 373, Harvey County, Kansas (Newton) Pension Plan (the
“Plan”) for certain employees of the District;
WHEREAS, the District wishes to amend the Plan in certain respects;
WHEREAS, the Internal Revenue Service requires that a qualified retirement plan be
restated and may be submitted for a favorable determination letter within certain time frames;
and
WHEREAS, the District desires to restate the Plan in accordance with IRS procedures
and submit an application for a favorable determination letter for the Plan.
RESOLUTION
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that:
1.
The District hereby adopts the Plan in the form of Exhibit “A” attached hereto,
effective January 1, 2013.
2.
The District will continue to serve as the Plan Administrator and Trustee.
4.
Russell Miller or his designee(s) is authorized and directed to execute Exhibit “A”
and to take all actions and execute such other documents necessary or advisable to carry out the
purposes of the Plan.
5.
Mr. Miller or his designee(s) is hereby authorized to submit the Plan to the
Internal Revenue Service to request a favorable determination letter on the tax qualified status of
the Plan under the Internal Revenue Code and to take all such other actions and execute such
necessary documents to obtain a favorable determination letter.
Dated this ___ day of _______________________, 2013.
Clerk of the Board
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USD NO. 373, HARVEY COUNTY, KANSAS (NEWTON) PENSION PLAN
Amended and Restated Effective January 1, 2013
Except as Otherwise Provided
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ARTICLE I
INTRODUCTION
Section 1.01.
Plan and Trust .................................................................................................. 1
Section 1.02.
Governmental Plan........................................................................................... 1
ARTICLE II
DEFINITIONS
Section 2.01.
Definitions........................................................................................................ 1
ARTICLE III
PARTICIPATION
Section 3.01.
Eligibility ......................................................................................................... 3
Section 3.02.
Commencement of Participation...................................................................... 4
Section 3.03.
Procedures For Admission ............................................................................... 4
ARTICLE IV
BENEFITS
Section 4.01.
Benefit at Retirement ....................................................................................... 4
Section 4.02.
Maximum Plan Benefits .................................................................................. 6
Section 4.03.
Form and Time of Benefit................................................................................ 6
Section 4.04.
Termination of Benefits ................................................................................... 7
Section 4.05.
Maximum Annual Benefit ............................................................................... 7
Section 4.06.
Death Benefits .................................................................................................. 8
Section 4.07.
Required Minimum Distributions .................................................................... 8
Section 4.08.
Direct Rollover Distributions ........................................................................... 9
Section 4.09.
Legally Incompetent or Missing Payee.......................................................... 10
Section 4.10.
Offset.............................................................................................................. 10
ARTICLE V
CONTRIBUTIONS
Section 5.01.
Contributions.................................................................................................. 10
Section 5.02.
Employee Contributions ................................................................................ 11
ARTICLE VI
TRUST FUND
Section 6.01.
Trust Fund ...................................................................................................... 11
Section 6.02.
Duties Of The Trustee .................................................................................... 12
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Section 6.03.
General Investment Powers ........................................................................... 13
Section 6.04.
Instructions ..................................................................................................... 15
Section 6.05.
Compensation and Indemnification ............................................................... 16
Section 6.06.
Resignation and Removal .............................................................................. 16
ARTICLE VII
PLAN ADMINISTRATION
Section 7.01.
Plan Administrator ......................................................................................... 17
Section 7.02.
Compensation of Plan Administrator............................................................. 18
Section 7.03.
Plan Expenses ................................................................................................ 18
Section 7.04.
Allocation of Fiduciary Responsibility .......................................................... 19
Section 7.05.
Indemnification .............................................................................................. 19
Section 7.06.
Claims Procedures ......................................................................................... 19
ARTICLE VIII
AMENDMENT, MERGER AND TERMINATION
Section 8.01.
Amendment .................................................................................................... 19
Section 8.02.
Merger and Transfer ...................................................................................... 20
Section 8.03.
Termination .................................................................................................... 20
ARTICLE IX
MISCELLANEOUS
Section 9.01.
Nonalienation of Benefits .............................................................................. 20
Section 9.02.
Rights of Alternate Payees ............................................................................. 21
Section 9.03.
No Right to Employment ............................................................................... 21
Section 9.04.
No Right to Trust Assets ................................................................................ 21
Section 9.05.
Participant Benefiting .................................................................................... 21
Section 9.06.
Governing Law .............................................................................................. 22
Section 9.07.
Severability of Provisions .............................................................................. 22
Section 9.08.
Headings and Captions .................................................................................. 22
Section 9.09.
Gender and Number ....................................................................................... 22
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ARTICLE I
INTRODUCTION
Section 1.01. Plan and Trust. Unified School District No. 373, Harvey County, Kansas
(Newton) hereby establishes this Plan for the payment of pension benefits to certain of its
employees. This Plan is intended to qualify as a tax-exempt plan and trust under Code
Sections 401(a) and 501(a), respectively.
Section 1.02. Governmental Plan. This Plan operates as a governmental plan within
the meaning of Code Section 414(d).
ARTICLE II
DEFINITIONS
Section 2.01. Definitions. The following terms will have the following meanings unless
the context clearly suggests otherwise:
“Administrative Employment” means an Employee’s full-time employment with the
District in a position for which the District requires the Employee to hold an administrator’s
license, including, but not necessarily limited to, a superintendent, assistant superintendent,
principal, assistant principal, director or assistant director.
“Basic Contract Salary” means the contractual amount payable to an Employee for the
basic duty performed by the Employee for the District. With respect to Employees in Licensed
Employment, this amount is the amount established in the salary schedule in the District’s
applicable negotiated agreement with the Employee’s bargaining unit. With respect to
Employees in Administrative Employment, this amount is the amount set forth in such
Employee’s individual contract with the District. Basic Contract Salary will not include
payments for extra-curricular duties, extended duties, extended contract days or any other
supplementary payments.
“Code” means the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended from time to time, and the
guidance promulgated thereunder.
“Committee” means the Committee that may be appointed by the District pursuant to
Section 7.01 to serve as Plan Administrator.
“Compensation” means the Basic Contract Salary earned by an Employee from
employment with the District.
The annual Compensation of each Participant taken into account for determining all
benefits provided under the Plan shall not exceed $200,000 or such other amount in effect under
Code Section 401(a)(17)(B) (adjusted for cost-of-living increases). The amount in effect for a
calendar year applies to any determination period that begins during such calendar year. The
cost-of-living adjustment in effect for a calendar year applies to annual Compensation for the
determination period that begins with or within such calendar year. The determination period
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shall be the Plan Year. If a determination period consists of fewer than 12 months, the annual
Compensation limit is an amount equal to the otherwise applicable annual Compensation limit
multiplied by a fraction, the numerator of which is the number of months in the short
determination period, and the denominator of which is 12.
“District” means Unified School District No. 373, Harvey County, Kansas (Newton).
“Effective Date” means January 1, 2013, except certain provisions of the Plan may have
other effective dates as stated herein.
“Employee” means any individual who is employed by the District as a common law
employee as evidenced by the District’s withholding of employment taxes from the individual’s
pay, but excluding (a) leased employees (within the meaning of Code Section 414(n)), and (b)
any individual who is classified by the District as an independent contractor, regardless of any
subsequent reclassification as a common law employee by a court, administrative agency or
other adjudicatory body.
“Full Social Security Retirement Age” means the age at which an individual qualifies for
a full (normal) social security benefit under the U.S. Social Security system as it exists as of the
Effective Date, which is as follows:
Year of Birth
1937 or earlier
1938
1939
1940
1941
1942
1943 to 1954
1955
1956
1957
1958
1959
1960 and later
Full Social Security Retirement Age
65
65 and 2 months
65 and 4 months
65 and 6 months
65 and 8 months
65 and 10 months
66
66 and 2 months
66 and 4 months
66 and 6 months
66 and 8 months
66 and 10 months
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“KPERS” means the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System.
“Licensed Employment” means an Employee’s full-time employment by the District
under a teacher’s basic contract, including but not necessarily limited to a teacher, counselor,
media specialist, director or nurse.
“Participant” means an Employee who is eligible for and participates in the Plan in
accordance with Article III.
“Pension” means a series of monthly amounts payable to a Participant as his or her
benefit hereunder.
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“Plan” means the USD No. 373, Harvey County, Kansas (Newton) Pension Plan, as
stated herein and as may be amended from time to time.
“Plan Administrator” means the person(s) or Committee(s) designated by the District to
administer the Plan.
“Plan Year” means the 12-consecutive month period beginning July 1 and ending
June 30.
“Required Beginning Date” means the later of the April 1 of the calendar year following
the calendar year in which the Participant attains age 70½ or terminates employment.
“Retirement Date” means the last date a Participant is required to provide services to the
District under the Participant’s most current teacher’s basic contract or individual administrative
contract, as applicable to the Participant.
“School Year” means that period of time determined by the District for the education of
students by the District.
“Social Security Retirement Benefit” means the benefit payable to an Employee from the
U.S. Social Security system when the Employee’s reaches his or her Full Social Security
Retirement Age.
“Trust Fund” means all of the assets of the Plan held by the Trustee pursuant to
Article VI.
“Trustee” means the person(s) designated by the District to hold and manage the Trust
Fund.
ARTICLE III
PARTICIPATION
Section 3.01. Eligibility.
(a)
Active Employees in General. Each Employee who is in Administrative Employment or
Licensed Employment on the January 1, 2007 is eligible to participate in the Plan provided that as of the
September 1 immediately following the Employee’s Retirement Date, such Employee (a) will have at
least 15 years of Administrative and/or Licensed Employment with the District; (b) will be no more than
12 years from being able to receive a Social Security Retirement Benefit; (c) has not reached Full Social
Security Retirement Age; and (d) is eligible for a retirement benefit under KPERS.
(b)
Active Employees in Licensed Employment Retiring After the 2006-2007 School Year.
Notwithstanding subsection (a), effective for an Employee who is in Licensed Employment and who
retires after the 2006-2007 School Year, such Employee is eligible to participate in the Plan provided
that as of the September 1 immediately following the Employee’s Retirement Date, such Employee (a)
will have at least 15 years of Administrative and/or Licensed Employment with the District; (b) has not
reached Full Social Security Retirement Age; (c) is eligible for a retirement benefit under KPERS; and
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(d) will be no more than the number of years from being able to receive a Social Security Retirement
Benefit in accordance with the following table:
Years of Licensed Employment
within the District
3
6
9
12
15
18
21
24
27
30
33
36
Years Before the Participant Receives
a Social Security Retirement Benefit
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
(c)
Former Employees. Each former Employee who was in Administrative Employment or
Licensed Employment prior to January 1, 2007 who is receiving benefits as of the January 1, 2007 under
the District’s voluntary early retirement program as set out in the District’s Administrative Benefits
summary and the applicable negotiated agreement between the District and the bargaining unit,
respectively, is eligible to participate in the Plan.
Section 3.02. Commencement of Participation.
(a)
Active Employees. Subject to Section 3.03, each Employee eligible under Section
3.01(a) will become a Participant in the Plan on his or her Retirement Date provided the eligible
Employee has notified the District in writing by the March 15 immediately preceding his or her
Retirement Date or such later date as approved by the District that he or she intends to retire from the
District as of his or her Retirement Date.
(b)
Former Employees. Each former Employee eligible under Section 3.01(b) will
automatically become a Participant in the Plan.
Section 3.03. Procedures For Admission. The Plan Administrator shall prescribe such
forms and may require such data from an eligible Employee as are reasonably required to enroll
the Employee in the Plan. Notwithstanding Section 3.02, an Employee will not be considered a
Participant in the Plan until providing such forms and data to the Plan Administrator.
ARTICLE IV
BENEFITS
Section 4.01. Benefit at Retirement. A Participant is eligible for a Pension as of his or
her Retirement Date. Subject to Sections 4.02 and 4.04, a Participant’s total Plan benefit will
equal the “Applicable Percentage” of his or her Basic Contract Salary determined as of his or her
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Retirement Date multiplied by either: (a) in the case of Section 4.01(b) or (c), the years until the
Participant attains Full Social Security Retirement Age, or (b) in the case of Section 4.01(a) or
(d), 65 minus the age of the Participant beginning in the first contract year of the Participant’s
retirement. The Applicable Percentage is determined as follows:
(a)
Licensed Employment Prior to the 2001-2002 School Year. For a Participant who was
in Licensed Employment on his or her Retirement Date and who retired before the 2001-2002 School
Year, the Applicable Percentage is determined in accordance with the following table:
Age at Beginning of First Contract
Year of Retirement
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
Percentage
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
(b)
Licensed Employment After the 2000-2001 School Year. For a Participant who was in
Licensed Employment on his or her Retirement Date and who retired after the 2000-2001 School Year,
the “Applicable Percentage” is determined in accordance with the following table:
Years from a Participant’s
Retirement Date to Full Social
Security Retirement Age
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
Percentage
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
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(c)
Administrative Employment After the 2001-2002 School Year. For a Participant who
was in Administrative Employment on his or her Retirement Date and who retired after the 2001-2002
School Year, the “Applicable Percentage” is determined in accordance with the following table:
Years from a Participant’s
Retirement Date to Full Social
Security Retirement Age
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
Percentage
13
14
14
14
15
15
26
27
28
29
30
30
(d)
Administrative Employment Prior to the 2002-2003 School Year. For a Participant who
was in Administrative Employment on his or her Retirement Date and who retired prior to the 20022003 School Year, the “Applicable Percentage” is determined in accordance with the following table:
Age at Beginning of First Contract
Percentage
Year of Retirement
55
14
56
14
57
14
58
15
59
15
60
26
61
27
62
28
63
29
64
30
Section 4.02. Maximum Plan Benefits. In no event will a Participant’s monthly
Pension benefit exceed the monthly amount the Participant would receive as a Social Security
Retirement Benefit.
Section 4.03. Form and Time of Benefit. Payment of a Participant’s benefit will
commence as of the month immediately following the month of the Participant’s final receipt of
payment under his or her teacher’s basic contract or administrative contract, as applicable, and
will be paid in equal monthly payments on or about the 25th day of each month until terminated
in accordance with Section 4.04.
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Section 4.04. Termination of Benefits. A Participant’s Pension will be payable until
the first to arrive of the following dates:
(a)
the month prior to the first month the Participant is entitled to a Social Security
Retirement Benefit;
(b)
the date the Participant dies; or
(c)
the date the Participant becomes eligible for disability payments under KPERS.
Section 4.05. Maximum Annual Benefit.
(a)
Effect on Participants. Notwithstanding any provision of the Plan to the contrary, a
Participant’s benefit will not exceed the maximum permissible benefit in accordance with Code Section
415.
(b)
Definitions.
(i)
Defined Benefit Dollar Limitation. The “defined benefit dollar
limitation” is $160,000, as adjusted, effective January 1 of each year, under Code
Section 415(d) in such manner as the Secretary shall prescribe, and payable in the
form of a straight life annuity.
A limitation as adjusted under Code
Section 415(d) will apply to limitation years ending with or within the calendar
year for which the adjustment applies. For this purpose the limitation year is the
Plan Year.
(ii)
Maximum Permissible Benefit.
The “maximum permissible
benefit” is the lesser of the defined benefit dollar limitation or the defined benefit
compensation limitation (both adjusted where required, as provided in (A) and, if
applicable, in (B) or (C) below).
(A)
If the Participant has fewer than 10 years of participation in
the Plan, the defined benefit dollar limitation shall be multiplied by a
fraction, (i) the numerator of which is the number of years (or part thereof)
of participation in the Plan and (ii) the denominator of which is 10. In the
case of a Participant who has fewer than 10 years of service with the
District, the defined benefit compensation limitation shall be multiplied by
a fraction, (i) the numerator of which is the number of years (or part
thereof) of service with the District and (ii) the denominator of which is
10.
(B)
If the benefit of a Participant begins prior to age 62, the
defined benefit dollar limitation applicable to the Participant at such
earlier age is an annual benefit payable in the form of a straight life
annuity beginning at the earlier age that is the actuarial equivalent of the
defined benefit dollar limitation applicable to the Participant at age 62
(adjusted under (A) above, if required). The defined benefit dollar
limitation applicable at an age prior to age 62 is determined as the lesser of
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(i) the actuarial equivalent (at such age) of the defined benefit dollar
limitation computed using the interest rate and mortality table and (ii) the
actuarial equivalent (at such age) of the defined benefit dollar limitation
computed using a 5% interest rate and the applicable mortality table as
defined in Code Section 417(e)(3). Any decrease in the defined benefit
dollar limitation determined in accordance with this paragraph (B) shall
not reflect a mortality decrement if benefits are not forfeited upon the
death of the Participant. If any benefits are forfeited upon death, the full
mortality decrement is taken into account.
(C)
If the benefit of a Participant begins after the Participant
attains age 65, the defined benefit dollar limitation applicable to the
Participant at the later age is the annual benefit payable in the form of a
straight life annuity beginning at the later age that is actuarially equivalent
to the defined benefit dollar limitation applicable to the Participant at age
65 (adjusted under (A) above, if required). The actuarial equivalent of the
defined benefit dollar limitation applicable at an age after age 65 is
determined as (i) the lesser of the actuarial equivalent (at such age) of the
defined benefit dollar limitation computed using the interest rate and
mortality table as defined in Code Section 417(e)(3) and (ii) the actuarial
equivalent (at such age) of the defined benefit dollar limitation computed
using a 5% interest rate assumption and the applicable mortality table as
defined in Code Section 417(e)(3). For these purposes, mortality between
age 65 and the age at which benefits commence shall be ignored.
Section 4.06. Death Benefits. This Plan does not provide for any death benefit or other
benefit payable on or after a Participant’s death, and as such, the Participant does not have any
right to designate a beneficiary hereunder. Any amounts remaining unpaid at a Participant’s
death will be forfeited in accordance with Section 4.04.
Section 4.07. Required Minimum Distributions. Notwithstanding any other Plan
provision to the contrary, all distributions that may be made to a Participant shall be paid no less
rapidly than required in accordance with the final regulations under Code Section 401(a)(9). The
entire interest of a Participant must be distributed or begin to be distributed no later than the
Required Beginning Date.
As of the first distribution calendar year, distributions, if not made in a single-sum, may
only be made over one of the following periods (or a combination thereof):
(a)
the life of the Participant,
(b)
the life of the Participant and a Beneficiary,
(c)
a period certain not extending beyond the life expectancy of the Participant, or
(d)
a period certain not extending beyond the joint and last survivor expectancy of the
Participant and a Beneficiary.
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The life expectancy is calculated using the attained age of the Participant as of
the birthday in the applicable calendar year reduced by one for each calendar year which
has elapsed since the date life expectancy was first calculated. Life expectancy is
computed by use of the expected return multiples in Tables V and VI of Section 1.72-9 of
the Treasury Regulations. Unless otherwise elected by the Participant by the time
distributions are required to begin, life expectancies shall be recalculated annually. Such
election shall be irrevocable as to the Participant and shall apply to all subsequent years.
If life expectancy is being recalculated, the applicable life expectancy shall be the life
expectancy as so recalculated. The applicable calendar year shall be the first distribution
calendar year, and if life expectancy is being recalculated such succeeding calendar year.
The amount to be distributed each year, beginning with distributions for the first
distribution calendar year shall not be less than the quotient obtained by dividing the
Participant’s benefit by the applicable life expectancy. The minimum distribution
required for the Participant’s first distribution calendar year must be made on or before
the Participant’s Required Beginning Date. The minimum distribution for other calendar
years, including the minimum distribution for the distribution calendar year in which the
Participant’s Required Beginning Date occurs, must be made on or before December 31
of that distribution calendar year. If the Participant’s benefit is distributed in the form of
an annuity purchased from an insurance company, distributions thereunder shall be made
in accordance with the requirements of Code Section 401(a)(9) of the Code and the
proposed regulations thereunder.
Section 4.08. Direct Rollover Distributions.
(a)
General Rule. Notwithstanding any provision of the Plan to the contrary that would
otherwise limit a distributee’s election under this section, a distributee may elect, at the time and in the
manner prescribed by the Plan Administrator, to have any portion of an eligible rollover distribution to
which he or she is entitled paid directly to an eligible retirement plan specified by the distributee in a
direct rollover.
(b)
Definitions. The following definitions apply for purposes of this Section 4.08.
(i)
Eligible Rollover Distribution. An eligible rollover distribution is
any distribution of all or any portion of the balance to the credit of the distributee,
except that an eligible rollover distribution does not include: any distribution that
is one of a series of substantially equal periodic payments (not less frequently
than annually) made for the life (or life expectancy) of the distributee or the joint
lives (or joint life expectancies) of the distributee and the distributee’s designated
Beneficiary, or for a specified period of ten years or more; any distribution to the
extent such distribution is required under Code Section 401(a)(9); the portion of
any other distribution(s) that is not includable in gross income (determined
without regard to the exclusion for net unrealized appreciation with respect to
employer securities); and any hardship distribution to the extent it is derived from
elective deferrals.
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(ii)
Eligible Retirement Plan. An eligible retirement plan is an
individual retirement account described in Code Section 408(a), an individual
retirement annuity described in Code Section 408(b), an annuity plan described in
Code Section 403(a), an annuity contract described in Code Section 403(b), an
eligible plan under Code Section 457(b) which is maintained by a state, political
subdivision of a state or an agency or instrumentality of a state or political
subdivision of a state and which agrees to separately account for amounts
transferred into such plan from this Plan; or a qualified plan described in Code
Section 401(a), that accepts the distributee’s eligible rollover distribution.
However, in the case of an eligible rollover distribution to the surviving spouse,
an eligible retirement plan is an individual retirement account or individual
retirement annuity.
(iii) Distributee.
A distributee includes a Participant, former
Participant or alternate payee with respect to the interest of the alternate payee’s
spouse or former spouse under the Plan.
(iv)
Direct Rollover. A direct rollover is a payment by the Plan to the
eligible retirement plan specified by the distributee.
Section 4.09. Legally Incompetent or Missing Payee.
(a)
Minor or Incompetent. If a distribution is to be made an individual who is legally
incompetent, the Plan Administrator may direct that such distribution be paid to a legal guardian. Such
payment shall fully discharge the Trustee, Plan Administrator, Trust Fund and the District from further
liability on account thereof.
(b)
Missing Payee. If all or any portion of the distribution payable to a Participant remains
unpaid because the Plan Administrator has been unable to ascertain the whereabouts of the Participant
after sending a registered letter, return receipt requested, to the last known address of such Participant,
the amount so distributable will be forfeited and used to reduce the cost of the Plan. Notwithstanding
the foregoing, if a claim is subsequently made by the Participant for the forfeited benefit, such benefit
will be reinstated.
Section 4.10. Offset. In the event any payment is made by the Trustee to any individual
who is not entitled to such payment the Trustee has the right to reduce future payments due to
such individual by the amount of any such erroneous payment. This right of offset, however,
will not limit the rights of the Trustee to recover such overpayments in any other manner.
ARTICLE V
CONTRIBUTIONS
Section 5.01. Contributions. The District shall, in accordance with the provisions of
any law applicable to the Plan, contribute to the Trust Fund in such amounts as shall be
necessary to provide the benefits set forth herein. Subject to the provisions of Section 6.03, all
contributions made by the District to the Trust Fund shall be irrevocable and shall be used solely
for the exclusive benefit of Participants and to defray reasonable expenses of the Plan or Trust
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Fund. Forfeitures arising for any reason will be applied to reduce the cost of the Plan, not to
increase the benefits otherwise payable to Participants. The District may retain an enrolled
actuary on behalf of the Plan who may certify to the District the required contribution for the
Plan Year, if any.
Section 5.02. Employee Contributions. The Plan does not require or permit Participant
contributions, including, but not limited to rollover contributions.
ARTICLE VI
TRUST FUND
Section 6.01. Trust Fund.
(a)
Continuation of Trust Fund. A trust is hereby established under the Plan and the
Trustee will maintain a trust account for the Plan and, as part thereof, Participants’ accounts for such
individuals as the District shall from time to time give written notice to the Trustee are Participants in
the Plan. The Trustee will accept and hold in the Trust Fund such contributions as it may receive from
time to time from the District, including amounts transferred by any prior trustee of the Plan, and such
earnings, income and appreciation as may accrue thereon; less losses, depreciation and payments made
by the Trustee to carry out the purposes of the Plan. The Trust Fund shall be fully invested and
reinvested in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Plan.
(b)
Exclusive Benefit. All contributions made to the Plan are made for the exclusive benefit
of the Participants, and such contributions shall not be used for, or diverted to, purposes other than for
the exclusive benefit of the Participants (including the costs of maintaining and administering the Plan
and corresponding trust).
(c)
Return of Contributions. Notwithstanding any other provision of the Plan: (i) as
contributions made prior to the receipt of an initial determination letter are conditional upon a favorable
determination as to the qualified status of the Plan under Code Section 401(a), if the Plan receives an
adverse determination with respect to its initial qualification, then any such contribution may be returned
to the District within one year after such determination, provided the application for determination is
made by the time prescribed by law; (ii) contributions made by the District based upon mistake of fact
may be returned to the District within one year of such contribution; and (iii) after all liabilities under
the Plan have been satisfied, the remaining assets of the Trust shall be distributed to the District to the
extent provided in Section 8.03.
In the case of the return of a contribution due to mistake of fact, the amount that
may be returned is the excess of the amount contributed over the amount that would have
been contributed had there not been a mistake. Earnings attributable to the excess
contributions may not be returned to the District but losses attributable thereto must
reduce the amount to be so returned. Any return of contribution or distribution of assets
made by the Trustee pursuant to this section shall be made only upon the direction of the
District, which shall have exclusive responsibility for determining whether the conditions
of such return or distribution have been satisfied and for the amount to be returned.
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Section 6.02. Duties Of The Trustee.
(a)
In General. The Trustee is not a party to, and has no duties or responsibilities under, the
Plan other than those that may be expressly contained in this Article. The Trustee shall have no duties,
responsibilities or liability with respect to the acts or omissions of any prior trustee. The Trustee shall
discharge its assigned duties and responsibilities under this Article and the Plan with the care, skill,
prudence, and diligence under the circumstances then prevailing that a prudent person acting in a like
capacity and familiar with such matters would use in the conduct of an enterprise of a like character and
with like aims.
(b)
Contributions. The Trustee agrees to accept contributions that are paid to it by the
District in accordance with the terms of this Article. Such contributions shall be in cash. The Trustee
shall have no duty to determine or collect contributions under the Plan and shall have no responsibility
for any property until it is received by the Trustee. The District shall have the sole duty and
responsibility for the determination of the accuracy or sufficiency of the contributions to be made under
the Plan, the transmittal of the same to the Trustee and compliance with any statute, regulation or rule
applicable to contributions.
(c)
Distributions. The Trustee shall make distributions out of the Trust Fund pursuant to
instructions described in Section 6.04. The Trustee shall not have any responsibility or duty under this
Article for determining that such are in accordance with the terms of the Plan and applicable law,
including without limitation, the amount, timing or method of payment and the identity of each person to
whom such payments shall be made. The Trustee shall have no responsibility or duty to determine the
tax effect of any payment or to see to the application of any payment. In making payments to service
providers pursuant to instructions, the District acknowledges that the Trustee is acting as a paying agent
and not as the payor, for tax information reporting and withholding purposes. In the event that any
dispute shall arise as to the persons to whom payment or delivery of any assets shall be made by the
Trustee, the Trustee may withhold such payment or delivery until such dispute shall have been settled by
the parties concerned or shall have been determined by a court of competent jurisdiction.
(d)
Records. The Trustee shall keep full and accurate accounts of all receipts, investments,
disbursements and other transactions hereunder, including such specific records as may be agreed upon
in writing between the District and the Trustee. All such accounts, books and records shall be open to
inspection and audit at all reasonable times by any authorized representative of the District or the Plan
Administrator. A Participant may examine only those individual account records pertaining directly to
him.
(e)
Accounting. The Trustee shall file with the Plan Administrator a written account of the
administration of the Trust Fund showing all transactions effected by the Trustee subsequent to the
period covered by the last preceding account and all property held at its fair market value at the end of
the accounting period. The Trustee shall use its best effort to file such written account within 90 days,
but not later than 120 days after the end of each Plan Year. Upon approval of such accounting by the
Plan Administrator, neither the District nor the Plan Administrator shall be entitled to any further
accounting by the Trustee. The Plan Administrator may approve such accounting by written notice of
approval delivered to the Trustee or by failure to express objection to such accounting in writing
delivered to the Trustee within six months from the date on which the accounting is delivered to the Plan
Administrator.
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(f)
Participant Eligibility. The Trustee shall not be required to determine the facts
concerning the eligibility of any Participant to participate in the Plan, the amount of benefits payable to
any Participant under the Plan, or the date or method of payment or disbursement. The Trustee shall be
fully entitled to rely in good faith solely upon the written advice and directions of the Plan Administrator
as to any such question of fact.
(g)
Notice. The Trustee shall provide the District with advance notice of any legal actions
the Trustee may take with respect to the Plan and Trust and shall promptly notify the District of any
claim against the Plan and Trust.
Section 6.03. General Investment Powers. In addition to all powers and authority
under common law, statutory authority and other provisions of this Article and to the extent not
inconsistent with any applicable law, the Trustee shall have the following powers and authorities:
(a)
Invest and reinvest the Trust Fund in any property, real, personal or mixed, wherever
situated, and whether situated, and whether or not productive of income or consisting of wasting assets,
including, without limitation, common and preferred stock, bonds, notes, debentures, options, mutual
funds, leaseholds, mortgages (including without limitation, any collective or part interest in any bond
and mortgage or note and mortgage), certificates of deposit, and oil, mineral or gas properties, royalties,
interests or rights (including equipment pertaining thereto), without being limited to the classes of
property in which trustees are authorized by law or any rule of court to invest trust funds and without
regard to the proportion any such property may bear to the entire amount of the Trust Fund;
(b)
Hold property in nominee name, in bearer form, or in book entry form, in a clearinghouse
corporation or in a depository, so long as the Trustee’s records clearly indicate that the assets held are a
part of the Trust Fund;
(c)
Collect income payable to and distributions due to the Trust Fund and sign on behalf of
the Trust any declarations, affidavits, certificates of ownership and other documents required to collect
income and principal payments, including but not limited to, tax reclamations, rebates and other
withheld amounts;
(d)
To sell, exchange, convey, transfer, grant options to purchase, or otherwise dispose of
any securities or other property held by the Trustee. No person dealing with the Trustee shall be bound
to see to the application of the purchase money or to inquire into the validity, expediency, or propriety of
any such sale or other disposition;
(e)
To vote upon any stocks, bonds, or other securities; to give general or special proxies or
powers of attorney with or without power of substitution; to exercise any conversion privileges,
subscription rights or other options, and to make any payments incidental thereto; to oppose, or to
consent to, or otherwise participate in, corporate reorganizations or other changes affecting corporate
securities, and to delegate discretionary powers, and to pay any assessments or charges in connection
therewith; and generally to exercise any of the powers of an owner with respect to stocks, bonds,
securities, or other property;
(f)
Take all action necessary to pay for authorized transactions or make authorized
distributions, including exercising the power to borrow or raise moneys from any lender, upon such
terms and conditions as are necessary to settle such transactions or distributions;
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(g)
To keep such portion of the Trust Fund uninvested in cash or cash balances as the Trustee
may, from time to time, deem to be in the best interests of the Plan, without liability for interest thereon;
(h)
To accept and retain for such time as the Trustee may deem advisable any securities or
other property received or acquired as Trustee hereunder, whether or not such securities or other
property would normally be purchased as investments hereunder;
(i)
To make, execute, acknowledge, and deliver any and all documents of transfer and
conveyance and any and all other instruments that may be necessary or appropriate to carry out the
powers herein granted;
(j)
To settle, compromise, or submit to arbitration any claims, debts, or damages due or
owing to or from the Trust Fund, to commence or defend suits or legal or administrative proceedings,
and to represent the Plan and/or Trust Fund in all suits and legal and administrative proceedings;
(k)
To invest in Treasury Bills and other forms of United States government obligations;
(l)
Deposit cash in interest bearing accounts in the banking department of the Trustee or an
affiliated banking organization;
(m)
To deposit monies in federally insured savings accounts or certificates of deposit in banks
or savings and loan associations;
(n)
Invest and reinvest all or any portion of the Trust Fund collectively with funds of other
retirement plan trusts exempt from tax under Code Section 501(a), including, without limitation, the
power to invest collectively with such other funds through the medium of one or more common,
collective or commingled trust funds which have been or may hereafter be operated by the Trustee, the
instrument or instruments establishing such trust fund or funds, as amended from time to time, being
made part of this Trust so long as any portion of the Trust Fund shall be invested through the medium
thereof;
(o)
Sell, either at public or private sale, option to sell, mortgage, lease for a term of years less
than or continuing beyond the possible date of the termination of the Trust created hereunder, partition
or exchange any real property which may from time to time constitute a portion of the Trust Fund, for
such prices and upon such terms as it may deem best, and to make, execute and deliver to the purchasers
thereof good and sufficient deeds of conveyance therefor and all assignments, transfers and other legal
instruments, either necessary or convenient for the passing of the title and ownership thereof to the
purchaser, free and discharged of all trusts and without liability on the part of such purchasers to see to
the proper application of the purchase price;
(p)
Repair, alter, improve or demolish any buildings which may be on any real estate forming
part of the Trust Fund or to erect entirely new structures thereon;
(q)
Renew, extend or participate in the renewal or extension of any mortgage, upon such
terms as may be deemed advisable, and to agree to a reduction in the rate of interest on any mortgage or
to any other modification or change in the terms of any mortgage or of any guarantee pertaining thereto,
in any manner and to any extent that may be deemed advisable for the protection of the Trust Fund or
the preservation of the value of the investment; to waive any default, whether in the performance of any
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covenant or condition of any mortgage or in the performance of any guarantee, or to enforce any such
default in such manner and to such extent as may be deemed advisable; to exercise and enforce any and
all rights of foreclosure, to bid on property in foreclosure, to take a deed in lieu of foreclosure with or
without paying a consideration therefor, and in connection therewith to release the obligation on the
bond or note secured by the mortgage; and to exercise and enforce in any action, suit or proceeding at
law or in equity any rights or remedies in respect to any mortgage or guarantee;
(r)
Purchase any authorized investment at a premium or at a discount;
(s)
To execute all necessary receipts and releases and shall be under the duty to make efforts
to collect such sums as may appear to be due (except contributions hereunder); provided, however, that
the Trustee shall not be required to institute suit or maintain any litigation to collect the proceeds of any
asset unless it has been indemnified to its satisfaction for counsel fees, costs, disbursements and all other
expenses and liabilities to which it may in its judgment be subjected by such action. Notwithstanding
anything to the contrary herein contained, the Trustee is authorized to compromise and adjust claims
arising out of any asset held in the Trust Fund upon such terms and conditions as the Trustee may deem
just, and the action so taken by the Trustee shall be binding and conclusive upon all persons interested in
the Trust Fund;
(t)
To retain the services of investment advisors to invest and reinvest the assets of the Trust
Fund, as well as employ such legal, actuarial, medical, accounting, clerical and other assistance as may
be required in carrying out the provisions of the Plan. The Trustee may also appoint custodians,
subcustodians or subtrustees as to part or all of the Trust Fund; and
(u)
To do all such acts and exercise all such rights and privileges, although not specifically
mentioned herein, as the Trustee may deem necessary to carry out the purposes of the Plan.
Section 6.04. Instructions.
(a)
Reliance on Instructions. Whenever the Trustee is permitted or required to act upon the
directions or instructions of the Plan Administrator or District, the Trustee shall be entitled to act in good
faith upon any written communication signed by any person or agent designated to act as or on behalf of
the Plan Administrator or District. Such person or agent shall be so designated either under the
provisions of the Plan or in writing by the District and their authority shall continue until revoked in
writing. The Trustee shall incur no liability for failure to act in good faith on such person’s or agent’s
instructions or orders without written communication, and the Trustee shall be fully protected in all
actions taken in good faith in reliance upon any instructions, directions, certifications and
communications believed to be genuine and to have been signed or communicated by the proper person.
(b)
Designation of Agent.
(i)
District. The District shall notify the Trustee in writing as to the
appointment, removal or resignation of any person designated to act as or on
behalf of the Plan Administrator or District. After such notification, the Trustee
shall be fully protected in acting in good faith upon the directions of, or dealing
with, any person designated to act as or on behalf of the Plan Administrator or
District until it receives notice to the contrary. The Trustee shall have no duty to
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inquire into the qualifications of any person designated to act as or on behalf of
the Plan Administrator or District.
(ii)
Trustee. If there is more than one Trustee, the Trustees may
designate one of the Trustees to act behalf of the Trustees. Such designated
Trustee shall be authorized to take any and all actions and execute and deliver
such documents as may be necessary or appropriate.
(c)
Payment of Benefits. The Trustee shall pay benefits and expenses from the Trust Fund
only upon the written direction of the Plan Administrator. The Trustee shall be fully entitled to rely in
good faith on such directions furnished by the Plan Administrator, and shall be under no duty to
ascertain whether the directions are in accordance with the provisions of the Plan.
Section 6.05. Compensation and Indemnification.
(a)
Compensation. The Trustee shall be entitled to reasonable compensation for its services
as is mutually agreed upon with the District. If approved by the Plan Administrator, the Trustee shall
also be entitled to reimbursement for all direct expenses properly and actually incurred on behalf of the
Plan. Such compensation or reimbursement shall be paid to the Trustee out of the Trust Fund unless
paid directly by the District.
(b)
Indemnification. The District shall indemnify and hold harmless the Trustee from all
claims, liabilities, losses, damages and expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and expenses,
incurred by the Trustee in connection with its duties hereunder but only to the extent not covered by
insurance and arising from the District’s or its Board of Education’s actions or inactions, except when
the same is due to the Trustee’s own negligence, misconduct, lack of good faith or breach of its fiduciary
duties.
Section 6.06. Resignation and Removal.
(a)
Resignation. The Trustee may resign at any time by written notice to the Plan
Administrator which shall be effective 60 days after delivery unless prior thereto a successor Trustee
assumes the responsibilities of Trustee hereunder.
(b)
Removal. The Trustee may be removed by the District at any time.
(c)
Successor Trustee. The appointment of a successor Trustee hereunder shall be
accomplished by and shall take effect upon the delivery to the resigning or removed Trustee, as the case
may be, of written notice of the District appointing such successor Trustee, and an acceptance in writing
of the office of successor Trustee hereunder executed by the successor so appointed. All of the
provisions set forth herein with respect to the Trustee shall relate to each successor Trustee so appointed
with the same force and effect as if such successor Trustee had been originally named herein as the
Trustee hereunder. If within 45 days after notice of resignation shall have been given under the
provisions of this Article a successor Trustee shall not have been appointed, the resigning Trustee or the
Plan Sponsor may apply to any court of competent jurisdiction for the appointment of a successor
Trustee.
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(d)
Transfer of Trust Fund. Upon the appointment of a successor Trustee, the resigning or
removed Trustee shall transfer and deliver the Trust Fund to such successor Trustee, after reserving such
reasonable amount as it shall deem necessary to provide for its expenses in the settlement of its account,
the amount of any compensation due to it and any sums chargeable against the Trust Fund for which it
may be liable. If the sums so reserved are not sufficient for such purposes, the resigning or removed
Trustee shall be entitled to reimbursement for any deficiency from the Plan Sponsor.
ARTICLE VII
PLAN ADMINISTRATION
Section 7.01. Plan Administrator.
(a)
Designation. The District will serve as the Plan Administrator unless it otherwise
appoints a Plan Administrator. If a Committee is designated by the District as the Plan Administrator,
the Committee shall consist of one or more individuals who may be Employees appointed by the District
and the Committee shall elect a chairman and may adopt such rules and procedures as it deems
desirable. The Committee may take also action with or without formal meetings and may authorize one
or more individuals, who may or may not be members of the Committee, to execute documents in its
behalf.
(b)
Authority and Responsibility of the Plan Administrator. The Plan Administrator shall
have total and complete discretionary power and authority:
(i)
to make factual determinations, to construe and interpret the
provisions of the Plan, to correct defects and resolve ambiguities and
inconsistencies therein and to supply omissions thereto. Any construction,
interpretation or application of the Plan by the Plan Administrator shall be final,
conclusive and binding;
(ii)
to determine the amount, form or timing of benefits payable
hereunder and the recipient thereof and to resolve any claim for benefits in
accordance with this Article VII;
(iii)
hereunder;
to determine the amount and manner of any benefit calculations
(iv)
to maintain and preserve records relating to Participants and
former Participants;
(v)
to prepare and furnish to Participants all information and notices
required under federal law or the provisions of this Plan;
(vi)
to prepare and file or publish with the Secretary of Labor, the
Secretary of the Treasury, their delegates and all other appropriate government
officials all reports and other information required under law to be so filed or
published;
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(vii) to approve and enforce any loan hereunder including the
repayment thereof;
(viii) to provide directions to the Trustee with respect to the purchase of
life insurance, methods of benefit payment, valuations at dates other than regular
valuation dates and on all other matters where called for in the Plan or requested
by the Trustee;
(ix)
to hire such professional assistants and consultants as it, in its sole
discretion, deems necessary or advisable;
(x)
to determine all questions of the eligibility of Employees and of
the status of rights of Participants;
(xi)
to arrange for bonding, if required by law;
(xii)
to adjust Accounts in order to correct errors or omissions;
(xiii) to take such action as the Plan Administrator deems appropriate in
the case of any domestic relations order;
(xiv)
to retain records on elections and waivers by Participants;
(xv)
to supply such information to any person as may be required;
(xvi) to establish, revise from time to time, and communicate to the
Trustee, a funding policy and method for the Plan; and
(xvii) to perform such other functions and duties as are set forth in the
Plan that are not specifically given to the Trustee.
(c)
Procedures. The Plan Administrator may adopt such rules and procedures as it deems
necessary, desirable, or appropriate for the administration of the Plan. When making a determination or
calculation, the Plan Administrator shall be entitled to rely upon information furnished to it. The Plan
Administrator’s decisions shall be binding and conclusive as to all parties.
(d)
Allocation of Duties and Responsibilities. The Plan Administrator may designate other
persons to carry out any of its duties and responsibilities under the Plan.
Section 7.02. Compensation of Plan Administrator. The Plan Administrator shall
serve without compensation for its services.
Section 7.03. Plan Expenses.
All direct expenses of the Plan, Trustee, Plan
Administrator or any other person in furtherance of their duties hereunder shall be paid or
reimbursed by the District, and if not so paid or reimbursed, shall be proper charges to the Trust
Fund and shall be paid therefrom.
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Section 7.04. Allocation of Fiduciary Responsibility. A Plan fiduciary shall have only
those specific powers, duties, responsibilities and obligations as are explicitly given him under
the Plan and Trust Agreement. It is intended that each fiduciary shall not be responsible for any
act or failure to act of another fiduciary. A fiduciary may serve in more than one fiduciary
capacity with respect to the Plan.
Section 7.05. Indemnification. The District shall indemnify and hold harmless any
person serving as the Plan Administrator from all claims, liabilities, losses, damages and
expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and expenses, incurred by such persons in
connection with their duties hereunder but only to the extent not covered by insurance and
arising from the District’s or its Board of Education’s actions or inactions, except when the same
is due to such person’s own negligence, misconduct, lack of good faith, or breach of its fiduciary
duties.
Section 7.06. Claims Procedures. If a claim for benefits under the Plan is denied, the
Plan Administrator will give notice in writing of such denial to the claimant within a reasonable
period of time after receipt of the claim by the Plan, not to exceed 90 days (or if the
circumstances warrant an extension of time, within a period not to exceed 120 days), by
registered or certified mail. The notice will set forth the specific reasons for such denial,
referencing pertinent Plan provisions on which the denial is based, a description of any
additional materials or information necessary for the claimant to perfect the claim with an
explanation of why such material or information is necessary and an explanation of the Plan’s
claim procedures.
The Plan Administrator will also advise the claimant that he or she may request a full and
fair review of the decision denying the claim by filing a request for review with the Plan
Administrator within 30 days after the Plan Administrator has mailed the denial notice. If such a
request is received by the Plan Administrator, the Plan Administrator will conduct a review
within 60 days of receipt of such request (or if the circumstances warrant an extension of time,
within a period not to exceed 120 days after receipt of such request). The Plan Administrator
will provide the claimant written notice of the decision on review.
ARTICLE VIII
AMENDMENT, MERGER AND TERMINATION
Section 8.01. Amendment. The provisions of the Plan may be amended in writing at
any time and from time to time by the District, provided, however, that no amendment to the
Plan shall decrease a Participant’s benefit. Notwithstanding the preceding sentence, a
Participant’s benefit may be reduced to the extent permitted under Code Section 412(c)(8). No
amendment shall increase the duties and liabilities of the Trustee without the Trustee’s consent.
For purposes of this subsection, a Plan amendment that has the effect of (i) eliminating or
reducing an early retirement benefit or a retirement-type subsidy, or (ii) eliminating an optional
form of benefit, with respect to benefits attributable to service before the amendment shall be
treated as reducing accrued benefits, unless such amendment is authorized under applicable
Treasury Regulations. In the case of a retirement-type subsidy, the preceding sentence shall
apply only with respect to a Participant who satisfies (either before or after the amendment) the
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pre-amendment conditions for the subsidy. In general, a retirement-type subsidy is a subsidy that
continues after retirement, but does not include a qualified disability benefit, a medical benefit, a
social security supplement, a death benefit (including life insurance).
Section 8.02. Merger and Transfer.
(a)
Merger. In the event of any merger or consolidation with, or transfer of assets or
liabilities to, any other plan, each Participant shall have a benefit in the surviving or transferee plan (as if
such plan were then terminated immediately after such merger, consolidation or transfer) that is equal to
or greater than the benefit he would have had immediately before such merger, consolidation or transfer
in the plan in which he was then a Participant had such plan been terminated at that time.
(b)
Transfer. The Plan Administrator may direct the Trustee to accept assets and related
liabilities from another qualified plan provided that it receives sufficient evidence that the transferor plan
is a tax-qualified plan. The Plan Administrator may direct the Trustee to transfer assets and related
liabilities to another qualified plan provided that it receives sufficient evidence that the transferee plan is
a tax-qualified plan.
Section 8.03. Termination.
(a)
It is the intention of the District that this Plan will be permanent. However, the District
reserves the right to terminate the Plan at any time for any reason.
(b)
Any termination of the Plan shall become effective as of the date designated by the
District. Except as expressly provided elsewhere in the Plan, prior to the satisfaction of all liabilities
with respect to the benefits provided under this Plan, no termination shall cause any part of the funds or
assets held to provide benefits under the Plan to be used other than for the benefit of Participants or to
meet the administrative expenses of the Plan. In the event of the termination or partial termination of
this Plan, the rights of all affected Employees to benefits accrued to the date of such termination or
partial termination (to the extent funded as of such date) shall be nonforfeitable.
(c)
Upon termination of this Plan with respect to all Participants, the Plan Administrator shall
direct the Trustee to allocate and distribute the assets of the Trust Fund to satisfy the liabilities to
Participants in the priorities and according to the categories required by applicable law; provided,
however, that any assets remaining in the Trust Fund after such allocation and distribution pursuant to
the priorities and categories required by law shall be shall revert to the District. To the extent that such
remaining assets do not revert to the District, such assets shall be reallocated to the remaining
Participants in a non-discriminatory manner.
ARTICLE IX
MISCELLANEOUS
Section 9.01. Nonalienation of Benefits.
(a)
Except as provided in Section 9.01(b), the Trust Fund shall not be subject to any form of
attachment, garnishment, sequestration or other actions of collection afforded creditors of the District or
Participants under the Plan and all payments, benefits and rights shall be free from attachment,
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garnishment, trustee’s process, or any other legal or equitable process available to any creditor of such
District or Participant. Except as provided in Section 9.01(b), no Participant shall have the right to
alienate, anticipate, commute, pledge, encumber or assign any of the benefits or payments which he may
expect to receive, contingently or otherwise, under the Plan.
(b)
Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Trustee and/or Plan Administrator may:
(i)
Subject to Section 9.02, comply with the provisions and conditions
of any domestic relations order.
(ii)
Comply with any federal tax levy made pursuant to Code
Section 6331.
(iii)
Bring action to recover benefit overpayments.
Section 9.02. Rights of Alternate Payees.
(a)
General. An alternate payee shall have no rights to a Participant’s benefit and shall have
no rights under this Plan other than those rights specifically granted to the alternate payee pursuant to a
domestic relations order that are consistent with this section.
(b)
Distribution. Notwithstanding any provision of the Plan to the contrary, the Plan
Administrator may direct the Trustee to distribute all or a portion of a Participant’s benefits under the
Plan to an alternate payee in accordance with the terms and conditions of a domestic relations order. A
distribution pursuant to a domestic relations order shall not include any type of benefit or payment
option not otherwise payable by the Plan.
(c)
Maximum Amount. A domestic relations order may not provide for the assignment to an
alternate payee of an amount that exceeds the vested amount of the Participant’s benefit.
(d)
Plan Procedures. The Plan Administrator may establish reasonable procedures for
determining whether any domestic relations order received with respect to the Plan qualifies as a
domestic relations order, and for administering distributions in accordance with the terms and conditions
of such procedures and any domestic relations order.
Section 9.03. No Right to Employment. Nothing contained in this Plan shall be
construed as a contract of employment between the District and the Participant, or as a right of
any Employee to continue in the employment of the District, or as a limitation of the right of the
District to discharge any of its Employees, with or without cause.
Section 9.04. No Right to Trust Assets. No Employee, Participant, former Participant
or alternate payee shall have any rights to, or interest in, any assets of the Trust upon termination
of employment or otherwise, except as specifically provided under the Plan. All payments of
benefits under the Plan shall be made solely out of the assets of the Trust.
Section 9.05. Participant Benefiting. A Participant shall be treated as benefiting under
the Plan for any Plan Year during which the Participant received or is deemed to receive an
allocation in accordance with Treasury Regulation Section 1.410(b)-3(a).
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Section 9.06. Governing Law. This Plan shall be construed in accordance with and
governed by the laws of the State of Kansas to the extent not preempted by Federal law.
Section 9.07. Severability of Provisions. If any provision of the Plan shall be held
invalid or unenforceable, such invalidity or unenforceability shall not affect any other provisions
hereof, and the Plan shall be construed and enforced as if such provisions had not been included.
Section 9.08. Headings and Captions. The headings and captions herein are provided
for reference and convenience only, shall not be considered part of the Plan, and shall not be
employed in the construction of the Plan.
Section 9.09. Gender and Number. Except where otherwise clearly indicated by
context, the masculine and the neuter shall include the feminine and the neuter, the singular shall
include the plural, and vice-versa.
Executed this ____ day of __________________, 2013.
UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 373,
HARVEY COUNTY, KANSAS
By:_________________________________
(Name and Title)
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ITEMS FOR DECISION
8. Approval of Health Insurance Recommendation for 2013-14
Over the past two months, administration has been reviewing multiple proposals for health insurance
coverage in the next plan year. Proposals have been received from PHS/Coventry and Blue Cross/Blue
Shield for fully insured plans, and an alternative self-insured option has been presented for our
consideration.
After significant review and consideration of the various options, administration is recommending the
board enter into an agreement with Conrade Insurance Group and Benefit Management Inc. for a selfinsured health plan that would begin October 1, 2013. It is anticipated that our plan will perform well at
the levels proposed, and over the course of the first few years will be able to build a reserve fund and
adjust to the needs of our employees instead of just reacting to the annual “sticker shock” of health
insurance providers. The proposal does not include any increased contribution by the board at this time; a
slight increase in premiums for the coming year will be borne by the employee contributions.
Additional discounts and reductions in plan costs may be available from a partnership that has been
proposed with Newton Medical Center, and preliminary conversations with NMC leadership have been
very promising.
The administration recommends that the board approve moving forward with a self-funded health
insurance program beginning October 1, 2013.
Board Action
I move that the board approve the implementation of a self-funded health insurance program beginning
October 1, 2013 and authorize Dr. Russell Miller to sign all related documents.
ITEMS FOR DECISION
9. Approval of Pay to Play Fees
All expenditures for athletics are paid for from the general fund. Athletic expenditures are approximately
2.5% of general fund expenditures.
Last month, the board considered four possibilities for decisions on this matter:
1. Leave the fees as they are.
2. Leave the fees as they are and establish a maximum amount families would pay.
3. Reduce the fees.
4. Eliminate the fees.
Any action other than leaving the fees the same for 2013-14 will result in a reduction of revenue of a
maximum of approximately $56,000.
As a result of the conversation at the last board meeting, I did ask Brian Engelken to answer questions I
had regarding the potential impact on cut policies if more students come out for sports than previously
had participated. His response is below:
The current pay-to-participate structure does not impact our cut policy in any way. If a student
pays a fee, tries out for a sport, and is then cut, we completely refund the money.
With our cut policy, it's only really implemented in a very select (few) circumstances. Almost
every sport we have takes as many kids as are willing to come out. In my 6 years, I think we've
only implemented cuts a couple of times in basketball, cheer/dance (annually), bowling
(annually), and maybe(???) one time in volleyball, golf, baseball, and tennis. At the MS level, we
cut annually in basketball and volleyball. The determining factor for whether or not to cut at the
HS is generally two-fold:
* The ability of a maximum number of kids and/or a maximum number of teams to
compete in a game (i.e. bowling, tennis, golf, etc.)
* The ability to properly teach, safely supervise, and find any playing time in
games/contests for an extremely large number that come out. The
teaching/safety/supervision issue also becomes very big when a district looks at cutting
coaches.
A coach will decide on a year-by-year basis if he/she feels a cut needs to be made. The coach
must 1) discuss/clear it through me first, 2) provide me the criteria for determining who makes
the team/who gets cut, and 3) make themselves available to parents for a conference over a kid
who was cut. We primarily cut seniors; we do not cut freshmen.
There were also questions raised regarding the three (3) districts in our league that do not charge a fee for
students to participate in sports. I asked Brian to compare our offerings with those of the districts in
questions. He reported:
Ark City -- Same sports as Newton EXCEPT Bowling, Gymnastics, and Swimming
Goddard -- Same sports as Newton EXCEPT Gymnastics and Swimming
Hutchinson -- Same sports as Newton EXCEPT Gymnastics
USD 373 estimated costs for coaching salaries at the high school only for Bowling ($3,815), Gymnastics
($7,848), and Swimming ($10,800) equals $22,463. Participation numbers for bowling were 24, for
gymnastics were 7, and for swimming were 46. Total students equaled 77 (average $291.00 per student).
District
Andover
Ark City
Buhler
Campus
Goddard
Hutchinson
Maize
McPherson
Rose Hill
Salina
Valley Center
Winfield
Average
Regular
Reduced
Free
50
0
30
20
0
0
35
50
75
100
60
40
Divided 9 = 51
25
0
15
20
0
0
0
35
75
50
0
20
Divided 7 = 34
50
40
Newton
0
0
0
20
0
0
0
0
75
30
0
20
Divided 4 = 36
Divided 3 = 23
30
Maximum
100
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
150
0
0
0
Divided 2 = 125
0
Derby charges each student (full pay) $50.00 in addition to a textbook/enrollment fee. There is a
reduction for students that are on reduced or free meal status. They do not call it pay-to-play because all
students (grades 7-12) have to pay. However, it does not provide free admission to events/activities. Some
parent support groups for particular activities or athletics also require a fee.
Given the current financial situation, I do not recommend that the board eliminate the fees. Therefore, I
recommend that the board maintain the $50 fee for non-economically disadvantaged students, reduce the
fees for students eligible for reduced meals to $30 and for those eligible for free meals to $15, and
establish a maximum of $125 per family annually.
Board Action
I move to approve that the board maintain the $50 fee for non-economically disadvantaged students,
reduce the fees for students eligible for reduced meals to $30 and for those eligible for free meals to $15,
and establish a maximum of $125 per family annually.
AVCTL Pay-to-Participate Plans
School
Andover
Their Plan
Per Athlete Fee
$50/Reg. - $25/Red. - $0/Free
Max of $100/Family
Ark City
No Fee
Buhler
Per Sport Fee
$30/Reg. - $15/Red. - $0/Free
No Max
Campus
Per Sport Fee
$20/Athlete
No Max
Derby
Activity Fee for Every Single
Student in School (7-12)
Goes into the HS's Accounts
Goddard
No Fee
Hutchinson
No Fee
Maize
Per Athlete Fee
$35/Reg. - $0/Red. & Free
No Max
McPherson
Per Athlete Fee
$50/Reg. - $35/Red. - $0/Free
Includes KSHSAA Activities
No Max
Rose Hill
Per Athlete Fee
$75/Reg., Red., & Free
$25 for KSHSAA Activities
Max of $150/Family
Salina
Per Athlete Fee
$100/Reg. - $50/Red. - $30/Free
Includes KSHSAA Activities
Valley Center
Per Athlete Fee
$60/Reg. - $0/Red. & Free
No Max
Winfield
Activity Fee for Every Single
Student in School (7-12)
$40/Reg. - $20/Red. & Free
Students into Events for Free
BUDGETED ATHLETICS EXPENSES, 2012-13
06.85.1000.1220.00.970
06.85.1000.1210.xx.960
06.85.1000.1200.00.098
06.85.1000.2xxx.xx.xxx
06.85.1000.8910.98.850
06.85.1000.5290.00.000
06.85.1000.5820.00.000
06.85.1000.6190.00.000
06.xx.2410.1130.xx.xxx
06.xx.2410.2xxx.xx.xxx
High School Sub-total
06.77.1000.1220.xx.97x
06.77.1000.120x.00.098
06.77.1000.22xx.xx.xxx
06.77.1000.5290.00.000
06.77.1000.8900.00.000
06.77.1000.6990.00.000
06.77.1000.8910.98.77x
Middle School Sub-total
High School Athletics
Coaches Salaries
HS Athletics Supv Salary
Officials & Workers Salaries
Athletics Employee Benefits
Athletics Travel
Student Athlete Insurance
Coaches Out-District Travel
Athletic Supplies
District Ath/Activities Director
Ath Director Employee Ben.
Middle School Athletics
Coaches Salaries
Officials & Other Worker Salary
Employee Benefits
Student Athlete Insurance
League Dues
Supplies
Travel
Total Budgeted for Athletics, 2012-13
$225,230
$5,352
$25,000
$20,919
$44,000
$25,000
$1,000
$1,000
$72,632
$7,443
$427,576
$63,576
$11,500
$8,458
$2,100
$1,300
$500
$12,000
$99,434
$527,010
Newton USD 373 – Pay to Play Information
The information below is from the district website.
Is there a sports fee to be able to participate?
Yes, there is a sport fee. The fees are assessed according to reduced/free lunch status at the time
fees are paid, provided there is a signed waiver on file.
Fees are as follows PER sport:



Newton High School and Chisholm Middle School: $50.00
NHS and CMS Reduced Lunch: $40.00
NHS and CMS Free Lunch: $30.00
Please note; any student who chooses to participate in two (2) sports/activities in the same season
will pay for each activity.
When does the sport fee need to be paid by?
The sport fee must be paid by the end of the first week of practice. If it isnot paid by then, the
athlete will not be allowed to practice with the team. The fee may be turned in during
enrollment or to the district athletic secretary, located at the high school. If your student is in
middle school, you may turn in your sport fee to the secretary at Chisholm.
Please Note: The exception is for our teams that have tryouts: Spirit Groups (cheer team and dance
team), HS Bowling; MS Volleyball and MS Boys and Girls Basketball. Their sport fees are due the
day after the athlete is notified they have made the team.
What is the purpose of the sport fee?
The sport fee is a program designed to supplement the athletic budgets of the USD 373
high/middle schools. It will allow the district to continue to offer the same athletic programs
offered in the past.
What is the policy for a refund?
Kansas State High School Activities Association's (KSHSAA) bylaws, discipline policies of USD
373, and individual high/middle schools' and coaches’/sponsors’ rules will be observed by all
participants. Failure to meet these regulations or to complete the activity for any reason other
than being cut during tryouts will result in the forfeiture of all fees.
ITEMS FOR DECISION
10. Approval of the 2013-14 Negotiated Agreement
Included in the board packet is a summary of the changes to the negotiated agreement which were agreed
to by both negotiating teams and have been approved by the teacher bargaining unit.
It is the recommendation of the administration that the board approve the 2013-14 Negotiated Agreement
between USD 373 and the Newton NEA.
Board Action
I move to approve the 2013-14 Negotiated Agreement between USD 373 and the Newton NEA.
NEWTON U.S.D. 373
2013-14 NEGOTIATIONS SUMMARY
Date of settlement:
May 6, 2013
Summary of process
1.
Initial session. An initial session was held on February 11, 2013, and an IBB training session was
conducted by John Doern with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service.
Dates. A joint statement was issued to begin the process and the ground rules, opening statement and
standards were reviewed and updated. Five total sessions were needed to reach agreement. Sessions were
held on March 11, March 25, April 1 and May 6. The process, including training, consumed
approximately 27 hours at the table.
Teams. The NNEA team was composed of Deb Helberg, Nathan Dick, Elizabeth Gunn, Cindy Rambo
and Susan Brack. The Board team was composed of Deb Hamm, Randy Zohn, Carol Sue StayrookHobbs and John Robb. Four of the sessions were facilitated by John Doern of FMCS and the final
session was un-facilitated.
Conclusion. The normal IBB process resumed this year. A true “team” approach was used again and
innovative solutions were sought out to address long standing issues. A very successful year.
2.
3.
4.
Order
Item
Issue
Status
1
BOE 5
NEA 7
Evaluation
3/25/13 Tentative agreement. The McREL system
will be adopted for teachers. Tenured and nontenured teachers will use the same forms.
2
BOE 3
Parent teacher conferences
4/1/13 Tentative agreement. It was agreed to
schedule 28 hours (4 days) of conferences and/or
preparation time at all levels rather than the current
21 hour minimum. Language was revised.
3a
NEA 2
BOE 1
School day and year / duty
year
4/1/13 Tentative agreement. The contract will be
converted to hours rather than days. The same
number of contract hours will be worked, but on a
more flexible schedule. The length of the year and
day were allowed to flex within the yearly number
of duty hours. For the coming year, the instructional
day will be increased and the calendar shortened.
Nine professional days shall be used as follows:
2.25 of the days will be planned at the district level,
2.25 of the days will be planned at the building
level, 2.25 of the days will be planned at the
building grade or department level and 2.25 of the
days will be planned at the district grade or
department level. All building level professional
development will be planned by the building team
and approved by the District Professional
Development Council. If planned activities would
not be beneficial to a teacher, that teacher may
submit an alternative proposal for Self Directed
Learning to the District Professional Development
Council for approval.
3b
Joint
NEA 5
BOE 2
Elementary collaborationProfessional days and work
days
4/1/13 Tentative agreement. Elementary
collaboration time will be provided by
implementing dedicated science teachers. High
school time will be provided during a seminar
period. The agreement will be simplified to say that
collaboration time for teachers will be provided at
all levels and will be scheduled within the school
day.
4
NEA 6
Extra-curricular salary
4/1/13 Tentative agreement. A Supplemental
Salary Committee will be formed to study the
schedule for equity within the schedule as well as
comparability with other districts. The committee
will report back to the IBB team by 12/20/13.
5
NEA 4
Leaves
4/1/13 The issue was run through the process with
no consensus developed for any changes.
6
NEA 3
BOE 4
Planning time / periods
4/1/13 Tentative agreement. The language was
simplifies and the 300 minutes per week were
retained. The uninterrupted block of time increased
from 150 minutes per week to 225 minutes per
week.
7
NEA 1
BOE 6
Salary & benefits
4/1/13 Tentative agreement. The Base was
increased $200 and the amount of $200 was added
to each step on the schedule to compensate those
bottomed out on columns. Horizontal education
movement was funded. Longevity pay movement
was funded. Supplemental Salary Schedule
movement was funded. The MS column was
increased by $300 to recognize a raise from the B40
column when a MS degree is obtained. The cost of
the item is approximately $177,495 which is a 1%
increase in costs. Due to the lack of appropriation in
Topeka, the district will have to cut approximately
$900,000 this year.
8
BOE 7
Miscellaneous language
Miscellaneous language items were updated.
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ITEMS FOR DECISION
11. Approval of Gift Request for Newton High School
Newton High School has received a donation of engines, tools, metal and misc. items valued at $3,000.00
from Merle Davidson to be used by students in the Auto/Welding program.
The administration recommends that the board accept the a donation of engines, tools, metal and misc.
items valued at $3,000.00 from Merle Davidson to be used by students in the Auto/Welding program at
Newton High School.
Board Action
I move to accept the a donation of engines, tools, metal and misc. items valued at $3,000.00 from Merle
Davidson to be used by students in the Auto/Welding program at Newton High School.
1. Budget Information
As Russ has analyzed the impact of flat funding on the district, he has concluded that general fund budget
will need to be reduced by $153,904 and supplemental general fund will need to be reduced by $616,000.
The total amount that the district budget will need to be reduced is anticipated at $769,904.
Now, the analysis at this time has included several assumptions:
• stable enrollment
• 2013-14 weightings the same as audited enrollment
• enrollment being calculated on a 3-year average method (which results in reduction – primarily
due to the closing of Youthville’s program)
• flat property valuation
• ending balance of $200,000 in LOB
• keeping mill levy at the current level
Russ prepared several documents for the most recent Budget Advisory Council that are included in the
board packet.
Every year as superintendents and assistant superintendents for business begin the process of looking at
budget there are certain considerations and assumptions that are made that impact the budget. What costs
are projected to increase? What will valuations do? What will be the impact on the mill levy? How many
students will actually enroll? What are the cost differences between the staff members that are leaving and
the ones that are being hired? How much was budgeted this year and how much was spent? Are there line
items that could be reduced that would have the effect of a budget reduction but not impact programs or
personnel?
Every budget that is prepared has a certain amount of money that is included for the unexpected. And
while these funds may not be spent in the line item that the funds were budgeted to, much of what is
remaining at the end of the year is used for primarily four purposes:
1. to reduce the amount of taxes collected in the next year – carryover in LOB reduces the taxes
levied for the next budget;
2. to prepay expenditures for the upcoming year – examples might be insurance premiums,
KSHSSA dues, KASB membership, supplies, or textbooks;
3. to reduce the transfer amounts needed in the next budget for programs such as Vocational
Education, English Language Learners, At-Risk, or Special Education; and
4. to increase unencumbered cash balances in funds such as Capital Outlay for special projects or
Contingency Reserve in anticipation of uncertainty related to enrollments or funding.
In the documentation titled “Budget Reductions for Consideration,” the reductions listed are a mixture of
reductions that would not have any real impact on spending in the upcoming year and actual reductions
that have already been put in motion. For the items that are labeled “reduce amount held in reserve,”
making reductions in these line items simply means that there would be less money at the end of fiscal
year 14 (June 2014) to utilize in the four ways listed above.
At this time, there is no way to determine how much we might be saving in salaries due to the hiring of
teachers that would be replacing teachers that are retiring or leaving the district for other reasons.
Funding from SB155 has resulted in an additional $185,361 in revenue that can be used to offset the
needed reductions between the enrollment impact in general fund and the anticipated reduction in local
option budget. If the funds are used for that purpose, the district would need to reduce $584,543 from the
budget to break even next year. The sheet of budget reductions for consideration includes $592,500 in
budget reductions. The concern with this list is not that the district could not do without money in these
items, but that doing so will reduce end of year money in June 2014. The impact of that will depend
greatly on enrollment, valuation, and funding. The governor has budgeted for a $14 increase in BSAPP
for FY 15 which would result in $64,330 in increased revenue IF there are no changes in enrollment,
proration of LOB, or other factors that would impact weightings. The increased revenue does not begin to
address the “soft money” reductions that are included for consideration.
Included in the packet are the brainstorming suggestions from the Budget Advisory Council. Members of
the council have experienced what you have and realize that there is no easy way to cut the budget and
continue to cut the budget. They will meet at least one more time to make recommendations for the
board’s consideration.
The amount the board needs to reduce in general fund and local option budget is approximately 2.5%.
Budget Advisory Council
April 18, 2013
Brainstorming Ideas for Handling Budget Issues:
● eliminating middle school sports
● cutting back custodial overtime
● continue to reduce 6th hour
● cutting 5/6 instrumental music
● cutting 6 teaching positions across the district
● increase revenue
● strategic planning referenced 1994 when approximately 400 people participated
● increase LOB to flatline
● decrease 6th period pay
● athletics 20% cut ($70,000) travel, salaries, supplies
● no good way to do it
● what is our core mission?
● what is our strategic plan?
● are we cutting across all programs and dumbing down all?
● or should we look at what our core needs are and do those and drop others?
● what is the frosting?
● what can we do to be advocates?
Budget Reductions for Consideration
2013-‐14
General Fund
Description
District Aides
Music Contests
Student Travel
Postage
Axtell Lease
Sub Drivers
Amount
10,000
3,000
2,500
10,000
9,500
2,500
Comments
Reduce amount held in contingency
Reduce amount available for music contests Reduce amount available for student travel to contests
We are doing less mailings.
Reduction in the amount we pay.
37,500
Description
Supplies
WAN/Internet
Textbooks
Equipment
Public Relations
PR Printing
Telephone
Gas
Electricity
Legal Fees
Local Option Budget -‐ Supplemental General Fund
Amount
Comments
50,000
10,000
Change in provider
75,000
100,000 Reduce amount available for equipment
40,000
Reduction of position
2,500 Reduce printing costs
10,000
50,000
50,000
10,000
Increase KASB; Reduce local
397,500
Other -‐ Across Multiple Funds
Description
Amount
Comments
6th hour overloads 67,500
Reduction of 13.5 sections at the high school
Business Teacher 10,000
Difference between replacing teacher and overloads
Mentor Teacher
35,000
Previously funded by state, no longer funded
Newton Wellness 4,500 Each year the district pays to reduce enrollment fees 100
Inst Materials Tech
5,000 Reduce hours
Aides/Bus Drivers 30,000
Change in calendar
152,000
Total
587,000
2. Next Meeting: June 24, 2013, 7:00 p.m.

USD #373 Board of Education

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