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Dear Students and Parents,
Welcome to Clayville Elementary School. It is our goal to make your years with us challenging, rewarding and happy.
This handbook should serve as a guide for you. The information,
regulations and requirements outlined in this book have been developed
to help give you the best education possible, to protect your health
and safety, and to enable all of us to live together harmoniously. As a
resource this handbook is invaluable. However, as with many handbooks
it is impossible to cover every situation and consider all
circumstances.
It is most important that we maintain strong lines of communication
therefore, we invite all parents to become involved in our educational
community. An energetic PTO has played a significant role in the
success of our school and your contributions of time and talent to this
organization would be most welcome. Many parents and members of the
community volunteer countless hours each year. We invite you to
consider joining our volunteer program.
As you become involved in the school and its programs, you may have
some questions. If you need help, please do not hesitate to ask. We are
all interested in you and your success during your years in Clayville
Elementary School.
Sincerely,
Karen Cappelli, Principal
Along with the Faculty and Staff
Clayville Elementary School
The mission of the Clayville Elementary School Community is to provide all
students with the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve high academic
standards while encouraging curiosity, promoting responsibility, and building
character in a nurturing learning environment.
Mrs. Marylou Umbriano - Chair
Mrs. June Guglielmi -Clerk
Mrs. Lillian Jean Delmonico
Mr. Brian LaPlante
Dr. Scott Klimaj
Dr. Paul Lescault, Superintendent
Dr. Lawrence Filippelli, Assistant Superintendent
Dr. Edward Myers, Central Office Consultant
Contacting the Superintendent of Schools
Telephone (401) 647-4100 E-Mail Scituate@ids.net
School Committee meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers.
Your elected School Committee is made up of dedicated citizens who
spend long hours working with the Superintendent of Schools in order to
continually improve the education offered in the Scituate Schools.
Please support their programs and attend their meetings.
The Clayville
Elementary School PTO is a dynamic group that has added immeasurably to
the success of our school. The PTO sponsors a number of cultural
programs, provides interesting and meaningful adult evening meetings
and involves itself in numerous important student activities. Our PTO
is comprised of quality individuals and families who care about the
youth of Scituate. Please consider
joining this outstanding organization.
The school uses candid photographs of students as they participate in
school events or classroom activities. These photographs may appear in
our publications, presentations,
on our web site, or may be submitted to the local newspapers and/or
district newsletters for publication. Children may be video taped as
part of classroom plays, projects, school concerts and activities. If
you have any concerns about having your child's picture or videos used
in this manner, please let the school know in a written communication.
Morning Kindergarten 8:45am to 11:15am
Grades 1-5 8:45am to 3:00pm
Contacting Clayville Elementary School
3 George Washington Highway 02815
Telephone: (401)647-4115 Facsimile: (401) 647-4114
Home Page: http://www.scituateri.net/clayville
During winter the
potential for inclement weather increases the option of using a
one-hour delayed opening of school. On these days all students will be
picked up one hour later than normal. School will open at 9:45am
instead of 8:45am. The morning
session will start at 9:45am and end at 11:15am. On days with longer delays,
the morning session of kindergarten will be cancelled.
Students should not arrive at school prior to 8:15am. On a one-hour
delayed opening day, students should not arrive prior to 9:15am. On
days with longer delays, students should not arrive prior to one-half
(1/2) hour prior to the start of school.
We suggest you turn your radio on to any one of the following stations.
It is for your child's safety that we attempt to keep our school phone
lines open during inclement weather. The radio and television stations
that will announce NO SCHOOL, DELAYED OPENINGS and EARLY DISMISSALS are:
WPRO=630 AM WSNE=93.3 FM WWBB=101.5 FM WWLI=105.1 FM Channel 10
PLEASE DISCUSS WITH YOUR CHILD(REN) THE PROCEDURE HE/SHE SHOULD FOLLOW
IN THE EVENT THAT NO ONE IS AT HOME WHEN AN EARLY DISMISSAL OCCURS.
For kindergarten students, if no one is at the bus stop to meet your
child, the bus driver will attempt to gain your attention by beeping
the horn. If no one appears, the driver will return your child to the
school and personnel will try to contact you by phone to let you know
your child should be picked up at the school. No child will be left at
an unattended home.
Children will wait in their rooms, ready for dismissal soon after
3:00pm. Teachers will dismiss children to the buses when the P.A.
announces the arrival of their bus. Students will board buses from the
loading area only.
Many students are picked up every day by parents or guardians rather
than taking the bus home. In order to eliminate time lost from
instruction in class and unnecessary disturbance to the classes still
in
session, the following procedure will be in effect. PARENTS MUST COME
INTO THE DINING ROOM AND SIGN THEIR CHILD OUT USING THE BOOK WITH THE
AIDE. Parents then wait in the Dining Room until the students are
called by the office, to accompany them home. Parents are asked to park
on Parents are asked not to park in the faculty parking area. At no
time will a teacher dismiss a student to anyone who just appears at his
or her classroom door. Parents are asked not to go to their child's
room to ask for dismissal.
School Department policy states that we DO NOT dismiss children to
anyone under 18 years of age (including a sibling, even with parental
permission).
We ask parents to refrain from scheduling doctor, dental or eye
appointments as well as music and dance lessons during times, which
would require early dismissal from school. If such an appointment is
unavoidable, WRITTEN PERMISSION, SIGNED, DATED AND ADDRESSED TO THE
CHILD'S TEACHER, must accompany the child to school on that day. ONLY
IN AN EMERGENCY will other students be called from class for early
dismissal prior to the 3:00pm dismissal time.
The Scituate School Department provides bus service for students who
reside more than a specified distance from their schools, depending on
their age. Generally pupils should ride home on the bus to which they
are assigned. In the event that it becomes absolutely necessary for a
child to ride a bus other than the one to which he/she is assigned, a
note must be submitted to the teacher for approval. It is most helpful
if you address this note to your child's teacher and not to the office
or the bus driver. Notes are sent to the office for approval and then
returned to the teacher so the child can take it to the bus driver.
Switching buses will only be allowed on a "Space Available," basis.
Please be warned that there are days when the buses run at capacity and
switching can not be accommodated.
As we begin this new year, one continuing area of concern is bus
behavior. To ensure the safety of students, who ride the buses, it is
imperative that we have the cooperation of everyone involved: parents,
students, bus drivers and school personnel.
Should a problem arise, the procedure followed will be as presented by
the Scituate School Department. This procedure follows:
1. The driver reports chronic misbehavior or a serious incident to the
building principal who will discuss the problem with the student.
2. Should a second report be necessary, the matter is discussed with
the student and the parent is notified by a referral form.
3. A third incident requires that the child lose bus privileges for a period of time.
4. Any further report will require a parent conference and further disciplinary action.
In cases where the offense is of such gravity as to endanger the safety
and well being of other occupants of the bus, the above procedure may
be disregarded and immediate suspension effected, after the parent is
duly notified. In cases of vandalism to the bus, the student and
parents are responsible for correcting or repairing the damages.
Please discuss bus behavior and responsibility with your child(ren).
That will ensure the safety for all who ride our bus fleet.
Parents who wish to transport pupils to school are asked to abide by the following regulations:
Mornings: School begins at 8:45am. NO child should be brought to school
before 8:15am. There is NO supervision available prior to that time.
Children being driven to and from school in private cars
shall be discharged in the off-street area in front of the recess field
and will walk onto the playground. In inclement weather, you may
discharge children in the recess area, being careful not to impede a
school bus or to hit a basketball backstop. Parents should not leave
their car running and unattended in the parking lot or road without the
driver. Cars must not be parked as to block the driveway.
Afternoons: Written permission is necessary if a child is planning to
deviate from his/her usual schedule. When the Principal is asked to
make a decision concerning a request to change a child's schedule, it
may not be granted without written permission. For legal reasons and
your child's protection, we ask you to only use the telephone for
emergency changes. We also ask that your child's after school play
plans be arranged at home. The school telephone will not be used for
this purpose.
Clayville Elementary School is a safe and secure environment for your
child. The Scituate School Department insists on each building being
locked during the day. All visitors are required to proceed to the
school office and register upon arrival. Identification badges will be
issued to all visitors.
Parents are asked to telephone the School Office prior to 9:00am, when
their child will be tardy or absent from school on that day. When your
child will be absent, tardy or being picked up for early dismissal, you
will be requested to provide us with the security number as a safeguard
for your child's safety.
Parents and visitors are informed that all cars driven onto school
property have given implied permission for search/seizure (The car may
not necessarily belong to the parent or visitor, but it still can be
searched).
Each student is assigned a random four-digit security number upon
enrolling in our school. This number will be shared with the parent or
guardian early in September. This number remains with your child for
their entire elementary school career.
Students, parents and faculty are hereby informed that all luggage on
field trips is subject to search. The Principal or his designee must
conduct the search of all luggage.
Please discuss the importance of an evacuation drill and the
participation of your child. State law mandates 15 evacuation drills
per year.
1. Children walk, single file, out the designated exit and move quietly to the designated area.
2. Children will listen for instructions.
3. Teachers will check attendance when they are clear of danger.
4. Children will return quietly at the all-clear signal.
The Scituate School Department provides a school lunch program for
those who wish to avail themselves of this service. Our program is
provided by Sodexho Services. Students bringing lunch from home may
purchase 2%, skim, chocolate or coffee milk.
Hot lunch may be purchased in the morning or for the entire week.
Please put
money in an envelope with your child's name and label
accordingly. (ie.
Milk - .40 or Lunch - pizza $1.40) Hot lunch is available each day for
$1.40 milk included. Milk may be purchased separately for 40 cents. Ice
cream may also be purchased each day for 60 cents. Students may not
charge lunch.
It is important that you review the menu with your child each day they
purchase
lunch.
1. Students with a suspected communicable disease, should be seen by
their physician, or parents may contact the school nurse by phone
before sending their child to school. All communicable diseases
and/or conditions must be reported to the nurse. Examples are: Strep,
Head Lice, Conjunctivitis, Impetigo, Chicken Pox, Ringworm,
Pinworms, etc.
2. Parents are to call the school on the first day of a student's
absence and the pupil must bring a written excuse when returning
from an illness or for any other reason.
3. Pupils will be required to participate in the full and regular
program unless excused in writing by a doctor: e.g. recess, gym.
4. Children who are sent home with a temperature over 100 F should
remain home until they have had no fever for at least 24 hours
before returning to school.
Your child should attend school each day he/she is well. Every absence,
even part of the school day, interferes with your child's progress at
school. Each subject is taught in sequence, which builds
understanding and correct habits of study. In order to be ready for new
steps in learning, your child must have mastered the previous steps and
be sufficiently ready to profit from new materials.
For the protection of your child and others, please do not send your child to school with symptoms of any of the following:
1. Vomiting
2. Runny nose with a cold
3. Fever
4. Sore throat
5. Rash
6. Swollen glands
7. Diarrhea
8. Earache
9. Persistent cough
10. Other communicable illnesses
Please notify the
school as soon as possible as to the reason for any absence. If your
child is injured or becomes ill at school, parents will be notified. If
the parents are not available then the person designated to be called
in an emergency will be contacted. Be sure to keep the school notified
of any changes in telephone numbers, address, places of work and
emergency contacts.
Each child has a permanent Health Record on which pertinent health
information is recorded. Please keep the school notified of any health
problems. All information is held confidential. Please call the school
to discuss any health problems or attendance concerns.
And our Nurse/Teacher suggests:
1. Each child should eat three well-balanced meals each day.
2. A nutritious breakfast is particularly important to combat morning fatigue and stomachache.
3. No child should come to school feeling ill.
In accord with General Laws 16-21-7, it is the policy of the Scituate School Committee that:
1. Except in the case of an emergency situation, only certified
nurse-teachers or parents are authorized to dispense medication to
students.
2. In no instance can a parent or legal guardian delegate to another
person - neighbor, relative, friend - the authority to come into
the school to administer medication.
3. No elementary student is allowed to transport medication to and from
school. All medication must be transported to and from elementary
schools by the parent or another adult.
4. Prescription medication will be dispensed to students only when
A. Received by the school nurse-teacher in the original labeled container from the pharmacy,
B. Is requested in writing by the attending physician, and
C. Is authorized in writing by the parent or legal guardian of the student.
5. Non-prescription medication will be dispensed to students only when
received by the school nurse- teacher in the original labeled
container and requested in writing by the parent or legal guardian
of the student.
6. Inhalers may be self-administered with written authorization from
both parent and physician. Inhalers are to be stored in the
office/health room unless written authorization from a physician
states otherwise.
7. With respect to away from school activities, such as field trips,
unless a parent or legal guardian is present to administer the
required medication, the child will have to remain at the school. The
only exception is self-administration of bronchial inhalers when
written authorization is provided by both parent and physician. On
field trips, inhalers will be carried by the teacher unless
written authorization from a physician states otherwise.
8. Self-medication by students is not authorized or condoned, except
for bronchial inhalers when accompanied by written authorization
signed by both parent and physician.
9. In an emergency life-threatening situation, all school personnel are authorized to administer medication.
("Good Samaritan" statue insulates a person who voluntarily and
gratuitously renders emergency assistance from liability for civil
damages unless the Samaritan is guilty of "gross negligence or wanton
conduct." General Laws 9-1-27.1)
It is our primary goal to establish a learning environment, whereby
each student shall have the right and the opportunity to learn, and
each teacher will have the right and the opportunity to teach. To
this end, we will abide by the following rules:
1. Follow directions the first time they are given
2. Keep hands, feet and objects to yourself (We do NOT touch)
3. Use appropriate language. Swearing, teasing, bullying and name-calling will not be tolerated.
4. Treat all school property and the property of others with respect.
5. Leave all distracting, dangerous or destructive items at home.
6. Radios, televisions, walkman's, CD players and cell phones are not allowed at school or on the buses.
Rules:
1. Follow all general school rules.
2. Walk quietly at all times, so that classes are not disturbed.
3. Leave pencils and crayons in the classroom unless told otherwise.
4. Walk one at a time, safely.
Consequences:
1st time Warning
2nd time 15 minute recess in the office
3rd time Two 15 minute recesses in the office
4th time Conference with parents, student and Principal
Severe Clause Sent to the Principal immediately
Rules:
1. Follow all general school rules.
2. Be courteous and use a conversational tone of voice at all times.
3. Food is for eating; only eat your own food.
4. Leave a clean table and dining area.
5. Stop all talking when directed to do so.
6. Do NOT discard school eating utensils in the trash.
Consequences:
1st time Warning
2nd time Time out in designated quiet area
3rd time Remainder of lunch in a directed environment
4th time Sent to Principal, who will notify parents...next lunch session in a directed environment
5th time Conference with parents...one week of restricted dining room privileges
Severe Clause Sent to the Principal immediately
Rules:
1. Follow all general school rules.
2. Remain within the designated area.
3. Share and use equipment as directed by the Physical Education Teacher or a staff member.
4. Place all litter in the appropriate containers.
5. Be courteous and avoid interference with others' activities.
6. Safety first at all times.
7. Line up quietly when the bell rings.
8. Games such as, but not limited to, "Tag, Football, Kick-Back and King-of-the-Mountain" are not
allowed for safety reasons.
9. All snacks are to be eaten away from playground area.
10. Game balls provided by the office are the only ones permitted for recess field use.
Consequences:
1st time Warning
2nd time Time out in designated quiet area
3rd time Remainder of recess in designated quiet area
4th time Sent to the Principal, who will notify parents...assign recess session(s) in directed
environment
5th time Conference with parents...one week of restricted recess privileges
Severe Clause Sent to the Principal immediately
Rules will be posted in the classroom; consequences will begin with a
warning, and will progress with severity to loss of privileges and
principal/parent involvement.
Statement of Policy-Title IX: It is the policy of the Scituate School
Department, not to discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational
programs, activities, or employment policies as required by Title IX
of the 1972 Education Amendments. Inquiries regarding compliance with
Title IX may be directed to Dr. Paul Lescault, Superintendent of
Schools, Scituate School Department, 197 Danielson Pike, P.O. Box 188,
North Scituate, Rhode Island 02857-0188.
Dress Code: Although Clayville Elementary School does not have a "Dress
Code" for its students, we have prepared a few guidelines for your
children's attire that should provide them with safety and appropriate
school appearance.
We suggest athletic shoes, loafers, shoes, boots or boat mocs for the
feet. Shoes with open toes, sandals, clogs and flip-flops are not safe
for the recess field, stairs and where sharp and heavy objects could be
dropped on children's feet. Athletic shoes are required for physical
education class. We recommend slacks, jeans, skirts, and walking or
Bermuda style shorts. Short shorts with slits up the side and very
short skirts are not practical for children to work in on the carpet,
at recess or at an assembly. Bare feet are not allowed.
We encourage tee shirts, blouses and golf shirts for the top.
Over-sized tank tops, beach shirts, bare mid-riffs, items with loose or
dangling fringe, clothing with unacceptable language, over-sized
cut-out arm holes are not appropriate. Wallets, purses and key holders
worn with dangling chain or straps are a hazard on the stairs and on
the playground.
Your help with these suggested guidelines will enable all of us to
weather the school year. Thank you in advance for your support.
Office Telephone: The office telephone should be used only in the event
of an emergency or serious concern. Students must request a written
pass from their teacher for this privilege. There are no
public telephones available at the school.
School Visits: Parents and other persons visiting the school are
requested to report their presence to the office before visiting
classrooms or other areas of the school. Parents who are picking up
students who are ill should report directly to the school office.
Former students are allowed to visit their former teachers only after
the last bus has departed for the day.
State Testing: Students in third grade participate in The Rhode Island
State Writing Assessment. Students in fourth grade are given the New
Standards Reference Examination for English-Language Arts and
Mathematics. Other assessments are administered as mandated by the
state.
Scituate Testing: Students will participate in "Off-level" assessments as directed by the Scituate School Department.
Student Records: Federal and State laws allow access to student records
by parents or guardians of students. Any parent wishing to review
his/her child's records should send a written request to the
Principal, who will schedule a time convenient to all parties.
Parents have the right to request that their child's records be amended
if the parent believes that the information is inaccurate, misleading,
or otherwise in violation of the student's privacy rights.
Requests should be submitted in writing to the Principal.
Parents have the right to file a complaint with the Commissioner of Education or the United States Department of Education.
Report Cards: Report cards are distributed at the end of each marking
period. The first report card for Kindergarten is after the 2nd marking
period. The dates are listed below.
Conferences: Report cards and conferences are scheduled after the first
marking period. Report cards only are issued for the second, third and
fourth marking periods. Conferences provide a meaningful method
of communication between the home and school. You are encouraged to
contact your child's teacher when the need for a conference
occurs.
Child Outreach Screenings: All children not previously screened by
Child Outreach will be screened unless parents contact the school
office in writing to exempt their child from such screenings.
We are proud of the school's programs, which are designed to meet the individual needs of our students.
The Classroom: Our teachers are well prepared and enthusiastic
in carrying out their responsibilities. In addition to teaching the
basic subjects, reading, language arts, math, science, health and
social studies, the classroom emphasizes positive relationships with
peers and adults.
Special Areas: Clayville Elementary School students work with teachers in the following special areas:
Art: Each class meets with the art teacher once each week.
Computers: Students in grades 1 through 5 have access to the
computer lab at least once a week in addition to classroom computer
usage. All students have access to computers in their classrooms. The
student and the parent must sign an Internet Use Agreement.
Health: Students will receive instruction in health topics from
their classroom teacher, physical education teacher and the School
Nurse/Teacher. In addition, fifth graders will participate in a
decision making program sponsored by the Rhode Island National Guard.
Library Media Center: Students will have access to the Library
Media Center each week. Storytelling and appreciation of literature is
emphasized on the primary level. Students in grades 3, 4 and 5
participate in library skills classes.
Music: Students in all grades have one general music lesson per
week. In addition, fourth and fifth graders may participate in a chorus
experience weekly. Students in grades four and five may take
instrumental music lessons once each week.
Physical Education: All students have physical education class
each week. Athletic shoes are required for participation. Students
should be dressed appropriately. Comfortable slacks and casual shirts
or blouses are ideal. Dresses and skirts are not appropriate. Attire
for the gymnastics units should consist of either shorts, a warm-up
suit or a leotard (girls). If students are to be excused for medical
reasons, a note to the School Nurse/Teacher or School Secretary is
required.
Support Programs: Teachers meet with individuals or small groups of students to strengthen skills in mathematics and reading.
Field Trips: Field trips are viewed as a logical enhancement to
the school curriculum. Students participating in the trip have been
researching and studying many aspects of the site to be visited. Upon
return to school, the students may have reports, activities and
projects focusing on their observations and experiences.
Chaperones are an integral part of our plans to insure the highest
benefits to the students. Chaperones also help to provide additional
safety and security during the trip. It is essential that chaperones
be able to focus on the supervision of the students they are assigned.
It is our school policy that chaperones not bring siblings along on the
trip to distract their attention from the students they are responsible
to
supervise.
Special Education: Special Education programs are available to
students who qualify for assistance. All special education students are
"mainstreamed" into regular classes (Least restrictive environment)
whenever possible. Additional programs include speech/language therapy,
counseling, social skills development, physical therapy and adaptive
physical education.
504 Plans: Children who present a physicians diagnosis may qualify for
individual modifications to allow them to participate in school without
being hindered by a medical condition. Parents who feel their
child(ren) may qualify for assistance under a 504 Plan, should contact
the Principal to discuss your concerns.
Teacher Support Teams: The Clayville Elementary School
recognizes the vital role of parents in the welfare and education of
their children. The TST Team in our school provides help to students
who are having some difficulty in the school setting. Our goal is to
have the home and school work together to provide the support every
child needs.
All problems are best resolved early. Through the student assistance
program, we hope to offer help to your child(ren) early in their school
careers. In this way we expect to avoid future problems that your child
could face as an adolescent, teenager and adult.
If your child is referred to TST, the team will work with his/her
teachers, to develop strategies to help your child function more
successfully in school. You will be contacted, if appropriate, and we
may also meet with your child to share the recommendations and agree on
the course of action.
Cut here and return the completed portion below to your child's teacher. Thank you.
________________________ , 200__
I __________________________ have received a copy of Clayville Elementary School's Student
Parent/guardian's Name (Printed)
Parent Handbook. My child(ren) and their grade(s) are:
Name of Child(ren)
______________________________________
Parent/guardian Signature
Rhode Island State law requires we do this on an annual basis.
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