1. The Handbook
  2. Freeman, Nelson, Oatville, Prairie, Rex, and Ruth Clark
  3. Certified Staff
  4. Handbook
  5. Unified School District 261
  6. Haysville, Kansas
  7. August 2010
  8. Acknowledgment of Receipt of Handbook
      1. recommended by the superintendent and approved by the board.
  9. Introduction
    1. Equal Opportunity Employer
      1. We believe to accomplish the mission and vision:
  10. Teaching and Learning
  11. Reports
  12. Schedules
  13. Benefits and Compensation
  14. Records
  15. Conduct
      1. Drug Free Schools and Communities Act/ Drug Free Workplace
      2. USD #261 POLICY GAAC-R
      3. USD #261 POLICY JGEC
      4. USD #261 POLICY JGEC-R
      5. Racial Harassment shall include, but not be limited to:
      6. Procedures for dealing with racial harassment:
      7. FIRST OFFENSE:
      8. SECOND OFFENSE:
      9. THIRD OFFENSE:
  16. Health
  17. Safety and Security
  18. Student Conduct
      1. Equipment and Supplies
  19. Staff Handbook Appendices
      1. Appendix A
      2. Appendix B
      3. Appendix C
      4. USD 261
      5. Exit Interview Format
      6. Appendix D
      7. Request for Field Trip
      8. Instructions:
      9. Estimated Cost to Students:
      10. How does this activity relate to the course objectives?
      11. Expected Outcomes:
      12. Signature of Principal Date
      13. Appendix E
      14. USD 261
      15. NOTE: This form must be signed and returned to the school by ____________(date)
      16. if the student named below is to participate in the field trip or activity.
      17. Appendix E-1
      18. Insurance Coverage for Transporting Students in Private Vehicle
      19. Haysville USD 261 Appendix F
    1. Elementary Office Discipline Referral Form (ODR)
      1. Appendix G
      2. Alphabetical Listing of Handbook Topics
      3. Appendix H
      4. USD 261
      5. Building Staff List
      6. Appendix I
      7. USD 261
      8. Building Committee Assignments
      9. District Committee Assignments
      10. Appendix J
      11. Appendix K
      12. Appendix L
      13. 2010-2011 School Calendar
      14. Appendix N
      15. USD 261
      16. Building Evacuation Plans
      17. Appendix O
      18. USD 261
      19. Building Calling Tree
      20. Appendix P
      21. USD 261
      22. Health Room Referral Form
  20. Appendix Q
      1. Animals in Kansas Schools:
      2. Guidelines for Visiting and Resident Pets
      3. Introduction
      4. Animals that are Unacceptable forSchool Visits
      5. Special Conditions for Specific Animals
      6. Suggested Animals for Use in Schools
      7. General Guidelines for Animals that arePermitted to Visit Schools
      8. Proper Restraint of Animals
      9. Student Contact with Animals
      10. Handling and Disposal of Animal WastesWhile on School Campuses
      11. Humane Treatment
      12. Conclusion
      13. Further Information
      14. Appendix R
      15. Appendix S
      16. Appendix T
      17. GAN-R Travel expenses GAN-R
The Handbook
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Freeman, Nelson, Oatville,
Prairie, Rex, and Ruth Clark

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Certified Staff

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Handbook

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Unified School District 261

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Haysville, Kansas

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August 2010
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Acknowledgment of Receipt of Handbook ...................................................................... i
Introduction ........................................................................................................................1
Equal Opportunity Employer ...........................................................................................1
Mission Statement ..............................................................................................................1
Staff Names .........................................................................................................................1
Committee Assignments ....................................................................................................1
Site Council Members ........................................................................................................1
Teaching and Learning .....................................................................................................2
Exit Outcomes ........................................................................................................................... 2
School Improvement Plan ......................................................................................................... 2
Curriculum ................................................................................................................................ 2
Instructional Materials .............................................................................................................. 2
Lesson Plans .............................................................................................................................. 3
Homework ................................................................................................................................. 3
Grading ...................................................................................................................................... 3
Make-Up Work .......................................................................................................................... 3
Promotion/Retention ................................................................................................................. 3
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Library Services ........................................................................................................................ 4
Counseling Services .................................................................................................................. 4
Testing Program ........................................................................................................................ 4
Reports ................................................................................................................................ 4
Progress Reports ........................................................................................................................ 4
Report Cards .............................................................................................................................. 4
Attendance ................................................................................................................................. 5
Accidents ................................................................................................................................... 5
Child Abuse ............................................................................................................................... 6
Vandalism .................................................................................................................................. 6
Schedules .............................................................................................................................6
Class Schedule........................................................................................................................... 6
Facility Scheduling .................................................................................................................... 6
Special Events Scheduling ........................................................................................................ 6
Supervision Schedules............................................................................................................... 6
Calendar .................................................................................................................................... 6
Parent-Teacher Conferences ..................................................................................................... 6
Teacher Work Days ................................................................................................................... 7
Inservice Days ........................................................................................................................... 7
Sign In/Sign Out ........................................................................................................................ 7
Duty Free ................................................................................................................................... 7
Benefits and Compensation ...............................................................................................7
Leaves ........................................................................................................................................ 7
Jury Duty ................................................................................................................................... 7
Holidays .................................................................................................................................... 7
Pay Day ..................................................................................................................................... 7
Lump Sum Payments ................................................................................................................. 7
Loyalty Oath .............................................................................................................................. 7
Reimbursement/Travel Expenses .............................................................................................. 8
Salary Withholding ................................................................................................................... 8
Salary Reduction Plan ............................................................................................................... 8
Annuity Plan .............................................................................................................................. 8
KPERS (Kansas Public Employees Retirement System) .......................................................... 8
Workers Compensation ............................................................................................................. 8
Retirement ................................................................................................................................. 8
Records ................................................................................................................................8
Personnel Records ..................................................................................................................... 8
Certificate .................................................................................................................................. 8
Address Changes ....................................................................................................................... 8
Student Records ........................................................................................................................ 9
Conduct ...............................................................................................................................9
Prohibited Substances ............................................................................................................... 9
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Relations with Students ........................................................................................................... 10
Supervision of Students ........................................................................................................... 11
Confidentiality ......................................................................................................................... 11
Sexual Harassment .................................................................................................................. 11
Racial Harassment ................................................................................................................... 13
Gifts ......................................................................................................................................... 15
Solicitations ............................................................................................................................. 16
Absences/Substitutes ............................................................................................................... 16
Conflict of Interest .................................................................................................................. 16
Termination ............................................................................................................................. 16
District Procedures ..........................................................................................................17
Evaluations .............................................................................................................................. 17
Staff Development ................................................................................................................... 17
Complaints/Grievances ........................................................................................................... 17
Discrimination Complaints ..................................................................................................... 17
Field Trips ............................................................................................................................... 18
School Lunch........................................................................................................................... 18
Release of Students from School During the Day................................................................... 19
Distribution of Materials ......................................................................................................... 19
Nepotism ................................................................................................................................. 19
Orientation ............................................................................................................................... 19
Personal Property .................................................................................................................... 19
Telephone / Computer Use ..................................................................................................... 20
Maintenance Requests ............................................................................................................. 20
Health ................................................................................................................................20
Health Clerk ............................................................................................................................ 20
Bloodborne Pathogens............................................................................................................. 20
Communicable Diseases ......................................................................................................... 20
Health Examinations ............................................................................................................... 21
First Aid................................................................................................................................... 21
Medications, Administering .................................................................................................... 21
Hazardous Waste ..................................................................................................................... 21
Asbestos .................................................................................................................................. 22
Animals and Plants .................................................................................................................. 22
Safety and Security ..........................................................................................................22
Accidents, Reporting of........................................................................................................... 22
Drills and Evacuations ............................................................................................................ 22
Emergency Closings ................................................................................................................ 22
Safety Practices ....................................................................................................................... 23
Security .................................................................................................................................... 23
Securing Work Area ................................................................................................................ 23
Building Opening and Closing Time....................................................................................... 23
Keys ......................................................................................................................................... 23
Emergency Procedures Guide ................................................................................................. 23
Student Conduct ..............................................................................................................23
Parent and Student Handbook.................................................................................................. 23
Student Handbook .................................................................................................................... 23
Discipline Procedures .............................................................................................................. 23
Bullying ................................................................................................................................... 24
Attendance Policy ................................................................................................................... 24
Tardies ..................................................................................................................................... 24
Corporal Punishment ............................................................................................................... 24
Suspension/Expulsion ............................................................................................................. 24
Permission Slips ...................................................................................................................... 24
Equipment and Supplies .................................................................................................25
Equipment Availability and Check Out .................................................................................. 25
Appropriate Use of Equipment and Supplies .......................................................................... 25
Computers / Computer Acceptable Use .................................................................................. 25
Copying and Duplicating......................................................................................................... 25
Ordering Procedures ................................................................................................................ 26
Vehicle Request ...................................................................................................................... 26
Appendices ............................................................................................................................
Sample Request for Leave ........................................................................................................ A
Sample Employee Accident Report Form ................................................................................ B
Sample Exit Interview Format ................................................................................................. C
Sample Request for Field Trip ................................................................................................. D
Sample Consent to Participate in Field Trip or Other Activity and Consent for Treatment .... E
Sample Discipline Referral Form .............................................................................................. F
Alphabetical Listing of Handbook Topics ............................................................................... G
Building Staff List .................................................................................................................... H
Building Committee Assignments .............................................................................................. I
Building Site Council Members .................................................................................................J
Building Class Schedules ......................................................................................................... K
Building Supervision Schedules................................................................................................ L
District Calendar ...................................................................................................................... M
Building Safety and Evacuation Plans ..................................................................................... N
Building Calling Tree ............................................................................................................... O
Health Room Referral Form ...................................................................................................... P
Animals in the Classroom ........................................................................................................ Q
School Improvement Plan ........................................................................................................ R
Staff and Student Computer Use ............................................................................................... S
Staff Travel and Expense Reimbursement Policy ..................................................................... T

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Acknowledgment of Receipt of Handbook
I,_____________________, do hereby acknowledge receipt of the
certified staff handbook for the current school year. I have read, and I
understand the contents.
Further, I understand:
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This handbook is not an employee contract. Further, this handbook is not to be
considered as either an expressed or implied contract between the school district and
the employee.
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Anytime the superintendent is mentioned in this manual, his/her designee is implied.
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As a condition of employment, I, ____________________, agree to the following rules
and regulations, including handbooks, which have been adopted by the board. Receipt
of this handbook also indicates the agreement of the acceptable computer use policy for
both staff and students.
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This handbook may be changed or modified and items added or deleted at any time as
recommended by the superintendent and approved by the board.
STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT TO PROFESSIONALISM
(as per negotiated agreement May 2009)
Haysville USD 261 is committed to holding the highest standards of excellence. A Major
component of our achieving excellence is an emphasis on the recognition and development of
professional behaviors that reflect a commitment to excellence in the profession.
We believe that all certified staff will demonstrate the following professional behaviors:
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Consistent attendance
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Active participation
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Promptness in completion of all work assignments
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Sensitivity to diversity and exceptionally
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Knowledge of education-related issues and research
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Knowledge of community, state, national and international events and their impact on
the field of education
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Collegiality and contribution to group tasks
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Involvement in professional growth
Date:______________
Signature of Employee:______________________________________
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Introduction
This handbook is designed to provide information which will aid all elementary teachers in
meeting their responsibilities and informing them of procedures and processes necessary to help
coordinate the management of the elementary schools. The items herein discussed were
suggested by elementary teachers and the administration. These items must be evaluated in
terms of their contribution to the betterment of the educational process for boys and girls. In
order to accomplish this, it is expected that this handbook will be reviewed yearly by teachers
and administrators with a view toward revisions to keep it current in conjunction with our major
code of ethics---Our primary purpose is to serve the needs of all children in our care.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The district is an equal opportunity employer and shall not discriminate in its employment
practices and policies with respect to hiring, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of
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District Motto:
Caring, effective learning for all.
District Mission Statement:
The mission of the Haysville Public Schools is to advance learning for all through
the relentless pursuit of excellence.
Vision Statement:
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all members of our learning community add value
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relevance + relationships + rigor = engaged learning
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school, community and business partnerships enrich student learning
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learning is enhanced in a safe and caring environment
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in quality staff committed to excellence
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in exploration, innovation, collaboration and growth
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in integrity of word and deed
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students need a rigorous, relevant world class curriculum
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in data-driven, continuous improvement for all
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diversity is an asset
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modern technology is an essential tool for teaching and learning
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in fiscal responsibility
Staff Names -
Refer to Appendix H
Committee Assignments
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Site Council Members -
Refer to Appendix J
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Teaching and Learning
Exit Outcomes
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have been established across the entire curriculum. The student
will:
1. demonstrate mastery of essential skills in the academic
areas of language arts, science, mathematics, social science,
physical education, general technology and the fine and
applied arts based on grade level, course and unit outcomes.
2. demonstrate ability to apply technological concepts,
principles, and systems in an ever-changing world.
3. demonstrate ability to use critical thinking, problem solving
and decision making skills to analyze various forms of
information.
4. demonstrate willingness and ability to work with others.
5. demonstrate that responsible citizens achieve change
through the democratic process.
6. demonstrate behaviors that exhibit a positive self-concept
7. demonstrate pride in individual excellence.
8. demonstrate respect for ethnic diversity and multi-cultural
heritage.
9. demonstrate practices of a physically and mentally healthy
life-style.
10. demonstrate ability to communicate effectively.
School Improvement Plan
See School Improvement Plans. Refer to Appendix R.
Curriculum
IC
Board-approved district goals and learning objectives shall be
used by the staff as the basis for developing and implementing
instructional programs. Curriculum Maps will be maintained
and updated by all teachers
Instructional Materials
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All textbooks, videos, software, and other instructional
materials used in the district must:
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objectives; and
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meet all copyright and fair use guidelines.
Videos and other instructional materials may not be used in the
classroom solely for recreational purposes.
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Lesson Plans
IKI
Each teacher shall develop, maintain and follow lesson plans
which conform to the board-approved curriculum, the district’
educational goals and the expected student learning outcomes.
A copy of lesson plans shall be available to the principal and to
substitute teachers.
Homework
IHB
Homework shall not be used as a means to discipline students.
Homework shall be assigned as needed to reinforce lessons
introduced in the classroom.
Grading
IHA, JF
All teachers, except Pre-Kdgn and Kindergarten teachers, will
be expected to maintain student grades and records on Power
School and Power Grade.
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Make-Up Work
IHEA, JBD
Teachers shall promptly provide make-up assignments and shall
require them to be turned in within a reasonable number of days
after the student returns to school unless special arrangements
are made.
Promotion/Retention
JFB
Teachers may recommend students for promotion when they
have demonstrated mastery of the board-approved learning
objectives.
The final decision to promote or retain a student shall rest with
the principal after receiving information from parents/guardians,
teachers and other appropriate school personnel.
Special Education
A school psychologist will work with students and staff
providing psychological services including testing and
evaluation; serve as chairperson of the evaluation team
consisting of the classroom teacher, principal, pupil service
teacher, and others as appropriate; and act a consultant with
students and staff.
Speech Clinicians provide services to students who have
communicative disorders. A communicative disorder may range
in severity from mild to profound and may be developmental or
acquired.
A speech disorder is an impairment of voice,
articulation of speech sounds, and/or fluency. The clinicians
work with students individually and in small groups and provide
consulting services to parents and teachers regarding speech
language disorders.
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Library Media Services
The library-media center is serviced by a librarian and a library
clerk, as deemed necessary. All students, Pre-Kdgn. through 5
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grade attend weekly scheduled library classes. The library
session is devoted to literature appreciation library skills, and
the selection of books to check out. Open times are available
for check-in and check-out of books and other special projects.
The media center contains a wide range of materials for use by
students and teachers. Materials are continually being updated
according to curriculum needs. The following types of
materials are included in the media-center collection: books,
videos, cassette tapes, transparencies, flat pictures, and kits.
Counseling Services
The guidance and counseling program attempts to meet the
social, emotional and personal needs of the elementary school
population. The counselors provide both immediate and long
term counseling to those students in need of such assistance and
work closely with both parents and teachers in attempting to
create an appropriate environment in which each child can
learn.
Testing Program
II
The district educational testing program shall consist of multiple
assessments. These assessments shall include, as a minimum,
individual teacher subject matter tests, DIBELS, Common
Assessments, district group achievement tests (MAPS), and
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Reports
Progress Reports
JF
Student progress shall be periodically reported to the student
and his/her parents/guardians. Whenever a student is falling
behind or is failing to meet the grade level/course objectives, the
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Report Cards
JF
All teachers, except Pre-Kdgn and Kindergarten teachers, will
be expected to maintain student grades and records on Power
School and Power Grade. Report cards shall be issued to each
student at the end of each 9 week grading period. Reasons for
deficiencies and/or failures shall be given.
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Attendance (Student)
JB
Daily attendance records shall be maintained on Power School
for each student in the schools. The primary responsibility for
recording attendance shall be assigned to the teacher using
Power School which is prescribed by the district superintendent.
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Student absentees should be reported on Power School or sent
to the office by 9:00 a.m. each morning. If using a paper
absentee form, please list the names of absent students in
alphabetical order, last name first. Contact the principal if a
student has accumulated either three consecutive days or five
days total unexcused absences.
Contact the principal when a student is absent from school for
a significant part of three consecutive school days or five school
days in a semester without a valid excuse.
K.S.A. 72-1113 (Compulsory School Attendance Law.)
Accidents
JGFG
Any school employee who discovers an accident on school
property shall report the accident to the building principal or
designated representative.
If the person requires medical treatment, the employee shall:
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send for medical help;
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make the individual as comfortable as possible while
waiting for competent medical assistance to arrive; and
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notify the principal or designated representative.
If an employee present is qualified to administer first aid, that
aid may be given. Qualified employees are those employees
who have successfully completed an approved Red Cross first
aid program, the health aide or the district
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If an employee is injured on the job, the supervisor should be
contacted immediately and a report shall be made within ten
days. The supervisor will then be responsible for contacting the
district central office, who will in turn supply the injured
employee with the appropriate forms to complete.
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provide a file copy to the district central office. The employee
must inform the doctor or hospital that he/she is covered by the
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Accident Report Form.
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Child Abuse
GAAD
Any district employee who has reason to know or suspect that a
child has been injured as a result of physical, mental or
emotional abuse or neglect or sexual abuse, shall promptly
report the matter to the local Social Rehabilitation Services
(SRS) office or to the local law enforcement agency if the SRS
office is not open.
It is recommended the building administrator also be notified
after the report is made.
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other persons to determine the cause of the suspected abuse or
neglect. It is not the responsibility of school employees to prove
the child has been abused or neglected.
Vandalism
EBCA
Employees shall report any vandalism to their immediate
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Schedules
Class Schedule
Refer to Appendix K
Facility Scheduling
Obtain a facilities usage form from the office.
Special Events Scheduling
Special events should be scheduled with the building principal.
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Sports; (Field days)
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Parties and Other Social Events; and
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Supervision Schedules
Refer to Appendix L
Calendar
Refer to Appendix M
Parent-Teacher
Conferences
Contact Parents and Make Up Schedule
Teachers will make themselves available for parent conferences
at mutually convenient times. Teachers will need to contact the
parents or guardians and set up the schedule according to the
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Teachers should make telephone contacts if possible, to
accelerate your conference scheduling. A conference schedule
shall be filed with the building principal.
Allow no more than twenty (20) minutes actual conference and
ten (10) minutes to summarize and get ready for the next
conference, because someone will probably be scheduled
immediately after.
Teacher Work Days
Refer to the negotiated agreement and current school calendar.
Inservice Days
Refer to the negotiated agreement and current school calendar.
Sign In/Sign Out
Refer to negotiated agreement.
Duty Free Lunch
Refer to the negotiated agreement.
Planning Periods
Refer to the negotiated agreement.
Faculty Meetings
Refer to the negotiated agreement
. Faculty meetings will be
scheduled as needed by the building principal
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Grading Periods
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Benefits and Compensation
Leaves
Refer to the negotiated agreement
Jury Duty
Refer to the negotiated agreement
Holidays
Refer to the negotiated agreement.
District
Pay Day
Refer to the negotiated agreement.
Lump Sum Payments
Includes Longevity Pay, Early Retirement, and Termination Pay
Refer to the negotiated agreement.
Loyalty Oath
Copy available in the District Personnel Office. Authorized by
K.S.A. 75-4308 through 75-4314. See also K.S.A. 54-101 through
54-103 for conscientious objections against taking an oath.
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Reimbursement for Out-of-
District Travel Expenses
GAN and GANR
Claims for Out-of-district travel must have prior approval from the
superintendent or designee. Reimbursement may be made up to,
but not to exceed the following amounts: daily in-state allowance
of up to $30 and out-of-state allowance of up to $40. Receipts for
reimbursements must be filed on the district approved form.
Salary Reduction Plan
The BOE established a fringe benefit program to comply with
Section 125 of the Internal Revenue Code. Contact the Payroll
office for more information.
Refer to the negotiated agreement
Annuity Plan
IM
Refer to the negotiated agreement
KPERS
The district participates in the Kansas Public Employees
Retirement System which exists to deliver retirement, disability,
and survivor benefits to members. For more information go to the
website at www.kpers.org
Workers Compensation
EBAA
Notice of Accidents - Employees must notify their employer
immediately and a report made within 10 days of an accident or the
claim may be barred. Additional information about your rights and
responsibilities under workers compensation may be obtained from
your supervisor or the distr
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Also, refer to Appendix B for the Accident Report Form or contact
the building secretary for a district accident form.
Retirement
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Records
Personnel Records
CN, GAK
Refer to the negotiated agreement and board policy.
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Certificate
Certified staff must have a current certificate on file. A paycheck
will not be issued to any certified staff member whose certification
is not current.
Application for certificate renewal is the responsibility of the
certified employee.
Address Changes
All address changes should be made with the payroll office and the
personnel office before the end of the pay period in which the
changes took place.
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Student Records
JR, JRA, JRB, JRC
All student records are to be treated as confidential and primarily
for local school use unless otherwise stipulated. The general public
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The custodian of student records (principal) shall disclose the
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policy.
Only school officials with a legitimate educational interest may
inspect student records without permission from the
parent/guardian or eligible student.
For the purposes of this policy, school official means teacher,
administrator, other certified employee or the board of education.
Legitimate educational interest means the school official must
participate in discussions involving an identifiable student
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disciplinary action, discussions of eligibility for athletics or other
activities, or honors or awards involving a student.
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Conduct
Prohibited Substances
GAOA, GAOB
Drug Free Schools and Communities Act/
Drug Free Workplace
The unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs and
alcohol by school employees on school premises or as a part of any
school activity is prohibited.
As a condition of employment in the district, employees shall abide
by the terms of the board policy on drug free schools/workplace.
Employees shall not unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense,
sell, 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.
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
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condition of continued employment.
The employee shall bear the cost of participation in such program.
This is intended to implement the requirements of the federal
regulations promulgated under the Drug Free Workplace Act of
1988, 34 CFR Part 85, and Subpart F. It is not intended to supplant
or otherwise diminish personnel disciplinary actions which may be
taken under existing board policies or the negotiated agreement.
Use of Tobacco products
GAOC
The use of tobacco products is prohibited at all times in or on all
district owned or leased personal or real property.
Relations with Students
GAF / GAEA
Complaints of Discrimination
Discrimination against any individual on the basis of race, color,
national origin, sex, disability, or religion in the admission or
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activities is prohibited. The Superintendent of Schools at 1745
W.Grand, Haysville, Kansas 67060, Telephone (316) 554-2200 has
been designated to coordinate compliance with nondiscrimination
requirements contained in Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,
Title IX of the Education amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and The Americans with Disabilities
act of 1990.
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supervisor or to the compliance coordinator. Complaints against
the Superintendent should be addressed to the board of education.
Complains of discrimination w
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Revised and approved: June 5,1995
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Supervision of Students
JGFB
Teachers are responsible for supervising students during school and
at school-sponsored activities.
Students will be under the supervision of appropriate school
personnel at all times when they are under the jurisdiction of the
school. Activities sponsored by the school shall include appropriate
supervision.
Confidentiality
Student Information
Confidential student information, whether written or oral, shall be
handled in a confidential manner and be discussed only with the
parents/guardians of the particular student and the appropriate school
personnel. Violations of this rule which violate the privacy rights of
students could result in disciplinary actions being taken against the
employee, including termina
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Personnel Information
Confidential personnel information, whether written or oral, shall be
handled in a confidential manner and be discussed only with the
appropriate school personnel. Violations of this rule which violate
the privacy rights of personnel could result in disciplinary actions
being taken against the employee, including termination. See
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Sexual Harassment
GAAC- GAAC-R
JGEC - JGEC-R
No district employee shall be sexually harassed by an employee or
non-employee or permit sexual harassment of an employee or a
student by an employee or non-employee. Violation of this policy
shall result in disciplinary action, including termination, against any
employee. Violation of this policy also includes
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failure to follow the policy or to investigate complaints.
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the harassment
complaint, the employee may bypass the supervisor and report
directly to the superintendent. Complaints against the superintendent
shall be heard by the board.
Definition
It shall be a violation of district policy to harass another employee
sexually, or to permit the sexual harassment of an employee by an
employee or non - employee. Sexual harassment may include, but
not limited to:
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Sexually oriented communication, including sexually oriented
Subtle pressure or requests for sexual activity;
Persistent unwelcome attempts to change a professional
relationship into a personal, social-sexual relationship;
Creating a hostile work environment, including the use of
innuendoes or overt or implied threats;
Unnecessary touching of an individual, e.g. , patting, pinching
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Requesting or demanding sexual favors accompanied by
implied or overt thr
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Requesting or demanding sexual favors accompanied by an
implied or overt promise of preferential treatment with regard to
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defined by current law.
USD #261 POLICY GAAC-R
Any person who believes he or she has been subjected to sexual
harassment should discuss the problem with his/her immediate
supervisor. Regardless of the means selected for resolving the
problem, the initiation of a complaint of sexual harassment will not
cause any reflection on the complainant nor will it affect his or her
employment, compensation or work assignment. The initiation of a
complaint shall not adversely affect the job security or status of an
employee. If a finding of fact determines that the employee acted
improperly, appropriate action shall be taken. Strict confidentiality
shall be maintained throughout the complaint procedure.
USD #261 POLICY JGEC
Sexual harassment will 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.
It shall be a violation of this policy for any employee to sexually
harass a student, for a student to sexually harass another student, for a
student to sexually harass an employee, or for any employee to
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Racial Harassment
GAAD - GAAD-R
discourage anyone from filing a complaint or to fail to investigate or
refer for investigation, any complaint lodged under the provisions off
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, to an employee when: (1) submission to such conduct is
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education; (2) submission to or rejection of such conduct by an
individual is used as basis for academic decisions affecting that
individual; or (3) such conduct has the purpose or effect of
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performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive
academic environment. 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 implications;
unwelcome touching; or suggesting or demanding sexual involvement
accompanied by implied or explicit threats.
When acts of sexual harassment or other violations of this policy are
substantiated, appropriate action will be taken against the individual.
USD #261 POLICY JGEC-R
Any student or employee who believes that he or she has been
subjected to sexual harassment should discuss the alleged harassment
with the principal, guidance counselor, or another certified staff
member or supervisor. If the matter is not resolved to the satisfaction
of the complainant in this meeting, he or she may initiate a complaint
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The filing of a complaint or otherwise reporting sexual harassment
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future employment or assignments. Confidentiality will be
maintained throughout the complaint procedure.
District employees shall not racially harass, or permit racial
harassment of a student by another employee, student, non employee,
or non student. Neither shall a student racially harass another
student or students. Violations of this policy shall result in
disciplinary action against the student(s) involved. Supervisors who
fail to follow this policy or who fail to investigate complaints shall be
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in violation of this policy. If the principal is the object of a
harassment complaint, the student may bypass the principal and
report directly to the superintendent. Complaints against the
superintendent shall be heard by the board.
Racial Harassment shall include, but not be limited to:
1. Treatment of a student differently on the basis of race, color, or
national origin in the context of an educational program activity
without a legitimate, nondiscriminatory reason so as to interfere
with or limit the ability of the student to participate in or benefit
from the services, activities or privileges provided by the
recipient.
2. Harassing conduct (e.g. physical, verbal, graphic or written)
that is sufficiently severe , pervasive or persistent so as to
interfere with or limit the ability of an individual to participate in
or benefit from the services, activities, or privileges provided by
the recipient.
3. Treatment which effectively causes, encourages, accepts,
tolerates or fails to correct a racially hostile environment.
Any student who believes he or she has been subjected to racial
harassment should discuss the problem with his/her principal,
building Title VI coordinator, counselor, or another certified staff
member. Initiation of a racial harassment complaint will not cause
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complaint shall not adversely affect the job security or status of any
employee or student until a fact-finding determines that improper
conduct occurred. Strict confidentiality shall be maintained
throughout the complaint procedure.
Procedures for dealing with racial harassment:
FIRST OFFENSE:
Step One: Student-to-student interaction to resolve the incident to
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Step Two: Parents of all students involved will be contacted
regarding the incident and resolutions.
Step Three: All information of the incident and those involved will
be giv
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SECOND OFFENSE:
Step One: Student-to-student interaction to resolve the incident to
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second warning, and as a reinforcement that there is no tolerance
for this behavior.
Step Two: Teacher intervention The offending student (s) will
be given a written discipline, to be signed by their parent (s) and
the loss of recess or free time.
Step Three: Parents of all students will be contacted regarding the
incident and resolutions.
Step Four; All information of the incident and those involved will
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THIRD OFFENSE:
Step One: Student-to-student interaction to resolve the incident to
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third warning, again affirming this behavior is not tolerated.
Step Two: Teacher intervention - The offending student (s) will
be given a written discipline, to be signed by their parent (s).
Step Three: Principal intervention - In school suspension for one
full day.
Step Four:
Parents of all students involved will be contacted
regarding the incident and resolutions.
Step Five: All information of the incident and those involved will
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It should be noted that the step process can be jumped at any time
based upon the seriousness of the offense and the need for
immediate action to prevent further incidents of harassment.
Gifts
GAJ
Because of the potential for abuse, the giving of gifts between
faculty or staff and students is discouraged.
Employees are
prohibited from receiving gifts from vendors or sales
representatives. Premiums resulting from sales projects sponsored
by the school shall become the property of the school.
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Solicitations
KDC
GAG
Solicitation of Employees
Unless permission is granted by the appropriate supervisor,
solicitation of employees by any vendor, student, other school
district employee or patron during normal duty hours is prohibited.
Solicitations By Employees
No employee will attempt, during the school day or on school
property, to sell or endeavor to influence any student or school
employee to buy any product, article, instrument, service or other
items which may directly or indirectly benefit the school employee.
No employee will engage in sales or solicitation on behalf of the
school or use the school name without the prior approval of the
principal.
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Absences/Substitutes
GBRJ
Whenever a teacher is to be absent from teaching duties, the
teacher shall enter the absence into AESOP (USD 261 automated
substitute placement service) as early as possible or shall arrange
to have some other person notify the building secretary or
principal.
Teachers shall have a workable set of lesson plans for the
substitute.
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Conflict of Interest
GAG
District employees are prohibited from engaging in any activity
which may conflict with or detract from the effective performance
of their duties.
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Termination
Willful or consistent violation of board policy may result in
disciplinary action up to and including termination.
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District Procedures
Evaluations
GBI
(Refer to the negotiated agreement.)
The board-approved policy and instrument governing evaluation of
certified employees shall be maintained in t
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personnel file at the central office.
Staff Development
GAD
All plans for staff development involving expenditure of district
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responsibilities shall be approved in advance by the superintendent.
Professional Development Council (PDC)
(Refer to current PDC handbook and My Learning Plan)
Discrimination Complaints
GAEA, KN
The following serves as annual notification to employees regarding
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-discrimination.
Discrimination against any individual on the basis of race, color,
national origin, sex, disability, age, or religion in the admission or
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and activities is prohibited. Superintendent of Schools at 1745
West Grand, Haysville, Kansas 67060 Telephone #(316) 554-2200
has been designated to coordinate compliance with
nondiscrimination requirements contained in Title VI of the Civil
Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of
1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and The
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
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supervisor or to the compliance coordinator. Complaints of
discrimination against the superintendent should be addressed to
the board of education or compliance coordinator.
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discrimination complaint procedure.
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School Lunch
Haysville USD 261 participates in the National School Lunch
Program, which means the local, state and federal governments
have established guidelines that must be followed to provide at
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It is important for teachers to complete the lunch count sheet and
send it to the kitchen by 9:00 each morning. Staff members
needing a school lunch should also notify the kitchen by 9:00 each
morning.
Field Trips
IFCB
Field trips must be approved by the principal when reasonable
educational objectives can be established.
Advance requests for field trips including transportation and other
resource needs shall be submitted by the teacher to the principal. It
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Educational field trips are encouraged and may be taken upon the
approval of the principal. Refer to Appendix D for the Field Trip
Request Form. Please take note that buses must be ordered at least
ten (10) days in advance of the planned trip. Please keep in mind
that all buses need to return by 2:30 p.m.
The Consent to Participate document fulfills Board of Education
Policy. We are obligated to communicate to parents any procedure
that deviates substantially from the normal classroom setting.
The teacher shall notify parents/guardians of a forthcoming field
trip using forms designated by the principal.
See Appendix E for
Consent to Participate in Field Trip or Other Activity and
Consent for Treatment. If a staff member will be transporting
students in a private vehicle, insurance coverage must be
verified and insurance verification form completed prior to
transporting students. See Appendix E-1 for Insurance
Coverage Required on Private Vehicles to Transport Students.
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Release of Students from
School During the Day
JBH
Teachers shall not release a student from school during the school
day. A student seeking release from school shall be sent to the
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designated sign-out procedures.
Search of Student Property
JCB R
JCABB
JCABB R
Building principals have the authority and duty to conduct
investigations and to search students pertaining to infractions of
school rules. All searches by the principal shall be carried out in
the presence of another adult witness. Principals are authorized to
search property if there is reasonable suspicion that district
policies, rules, or directives are being violated. The student may be
requested to empty items such as, but not limited to, pockets,
purses, book bags and shoulder bags. Prohibited items found in the
search shall remain in the custody of either the building principal or
law enforcement officers.
Distribution of Materials
KI
Materials from sources outside of the district may not be
distributed on school grounds without prior permission from the
Superintendent. Examples of outside materials include, but are not
limited to, political materials, special interest materials and
advertisements.
The principal shall determine the time, place and manner for
materials distribution.
Nepotism
GAGA
Refer to Board of Education Policy.
Orientation
All new certified employees shall receive orientation including the
contents of this handbook.
Personal Property
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Telephone / Computer Use
IIBG
also GAA and JCDA
District telephones and computers shall be used primarily for
school business. Use of phones for personal business should be
avoided except in case of an emergency. Personal long distance
calls made in an emergency must be recorded and reported to the
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bill the employee. Refer to Appendix S for the Staff and Student
Acceptable Computer Use Policy.
Maintenance Requests
All maintenance needs should be requested using School Dude on
the district website or on the appropriate form which should then be
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Health
Health Clerk
When sending students to the health room please fill out the
Referral Slip with first and last name, teacher, grade, date, and
reason for referral. This information is very important, especially
when the child is young and cannot accurately relate these facts.
Refer to Appendix P for the Health Room Referral Form.
If, in the opinion of the health clerk or nurse, the child should be
sent home, notification will be made to the office and teacher(s) as
follows:
Notify by written note to the office and teacher(s).
When a student is referred to the doctor for diagnosis of a
suspicious condition, the principal and teacher are to be notified
that day by a written note from the health room.
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Bloodborne Pathogens
GARA
The exposure control plan for bloodborne pathogens is available
for review on the District Website, in the school office and Health
Room and also available from the District Nurse. In addition, all
staff shall receive the training and equipment necessary to
implement the plan. The district nurse will organize yearly training
sessions and updates for all district staff.
Communicable Diseases
GAR
Whenever an employee has been diagnosed by a physician as
having a communicable disease, the employee shall report the
diagnosis and nature of the disease to the superintendent and
district nurse so a proper reporting may be made as required by
KSA statute.
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An employee afflicted with a communicable disease dangerous to
the public health shall be required to withdraw from active
employment for the duration of the illness in order to give
maximum health protection to other district employees and to
students.
The employee shall be allowed to return to duty upon recovery
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by the health assessment team.
The board reserves the right to require a written statement from the
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communicable disease symptoms.
Health Examinations
As a condition to entering or continuing employment, certified
employees must present a district-approved form to the clerk,
completed by a health
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no evidence of any physical condition that would conflict with the
health, safety, or welfare of the pupils; and that freedom from
tuberculosis has been established. If at any time there is a
reasonable cause to believe any employee is suffering from an
illness detrimental to the health of the pupils, the school board may
require a new certification of health. (K.S.A. 72-5213)
First Aid
JGFG
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Emergency Procedures Guide.
Medications, Administering
JGFGB
The supervision of any medications shall be in strict compliance
with the rules and regulations of the board. District employees may
not dispense or administer any medications, including prescription
and non-prescription drugs, to students except as outlined in board
policy.
Hazardous Waste
When hazardous waste material is produced in a class, or is
otherwise located in the district, its disposal shall be in accordance
with state and federal laws, rules and regulations.
No employee shall bring hazardous material to school without the
prior approval of the principal. Such material shall be in an
appropriate container and properly labeled.
If an employee discovers waste material which is, or may be,
hazardous, he/she should notify his/her supervisor immediately.
Hazardous wastes include, but are not limited to, wastes which are
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flammable, corrosive, infectious, highly reactive or toxic.
Hazardous waste must be placed in an appropriate container affixed
with a hazardous waste label which lists the specific contents.
Unlabeled containers whose contents are undetermined, which may
contain hazardous substances, shall not be put in trash containers.
All hazardous wastes must be properly labeled and stored
appropriately until they can be disposed of properly. Placing them
in trash containers or the sewer system is not an acceptable disposal
method.
Asbestos
An asbestos management plan has been developed for the district.
A copy of the management plan is available at the District office or
the Building office.
Animals and Plants
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With the prior approval of the principal, animals or plants may be
brought to school for instructional purposes. If someone is injured
by an animal or comes into contact with a toxic plant, the incident
shall be immediately reported to the administration by the
supervising teacher. Refer to Animals in the Classroom
Kansas
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Safety and Security
Accidents, Reporting of
JGFG
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Also refer to Appendix B.
Drills and Evacuation
EBBE
Teachers shall be familiar with the building Crisis Plan and must
explain the plan for emergency drills and evacuation to students
during the first full week of school.
Teachers shall be familiar with and follow specific arrangements
for the evacuation of mobility impaired and other individuals who
may need assistance from staff members to safely exit the building.
Teachers shall post the evacuation plan in their classrooms. Refer
to Appendix N. Teachers should be prepared to exit at an
alternative exit if the primary exit is blocked.
Emergency Closings
EBBD
When the superintendent decides the weather threatens the safety
of students and employees, he/she will notify the radio/TV station
to broadcast a school closing announcement. Refer to Building
Calling Tree Appendix 0.
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Safety Practices
All employees shall engage in safe lifting, climbing and carrying
practices. Employees shall ask for assistance when needed. Step
ladders or step stools should be utilized.
Securing Work Area
Employees are expected to lock or otherwise secure any files,
records, safes, tools, vehicles or other district equipment at the
close of each work day and other appropriate time
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Building Opening and
Closing time
Refer to current negotiated agreement.
The building principal is responsible for issuing keys and
maintaining a current and accurate list of all people who have been
issued keys. No keys shall be duplicated without permission.
Keys
Keys should be turned in to the appropriate supervisor when an
employee is no longer employed by the district or is assigned to
another building.
Keys shall not be loaned to anyone. Any lost keys shall be reported
immediately to the principal so measures may be taken to maintain
safety and security and to protect district property.
Emergency Procedures
Guide
All staff shall read, be trained with and follow the procedures set
forth in the Emergency Procedures Guide and the Building Crisis
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Student Conduct
Parent and Student
Handbook
All certified staff shall read, be familiar with, and enforce the rules
and regulations established in the Elementary Parent and Student
Handbook.
Discipline Procedures
Each teacher shall develop and submit for approval classroom
discipline procedures.
All staff shall be familiar with the district and building Positive
Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) plan and the district
Bullying Policy. Building plans include specific procedures and
routines for student behavior. In addition, all procedures for
classroom discipline must be approved by the principal, explained
by the teacher to the students at the beginning of the school year
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Refer to Appendix F for the Office Discipline Referral (ODR)
form.
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Bullying
JDDC
GAAB, JCE, JGEC,
JGECA, JDD, EBC
Bullying is behavior that is intentional and involves an imbalance
of power leading to intimidation, fear, or harm. It can be written,
verbal, physical, property damage or cyber related.
Bullying is prohibited by the board of education of the school
district in policies concerning bullying adopted pursuant to K.S.A.
72-8205 or subsection (e) of K.S.A. 72-8205 and amendments
thereto.
Any act or encouragement of bullying is prohibited and therefore
subject to disciplinary action.
No teacher, administrator, or school district employee shall engage
in, permit, or tolerate bullying.
Attendance Policy
Refer to Parent and Pupil Guide. Student absentees should be
reported on Power School or sent to the office by 9:00 a.m. each
morning. If using a paper absentee form, please list the names of
absent students in alphabetical order, last name first.
Contact the Principal when a student is absent from school for all
or significant part of three consecutive school days or five school
days in a semester without a valid excuse.
Tardies
Students arriving late shall report to the Office.
Corporal Punishment
JDA
Refer to Board Policy.
Suspension/Expulsion
JDD
A student may be suspended or expelled, for reasons set forth in
Kansas law and board policy, by the following certified personnel:
superintendent, principal, assistant principal.
If a teacher believes a student has committed an act which should
result in a suspension or expulsion, the teacher shall report the
incident to the principal using the Elementary Office Discipline
Referral (ODR) form. Refer to Appendix F.
In-School Suspension
In school suspension shall be coordinated with the principal.
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assigned to in-school suspension.
Permission Slips
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Consent to Participate in Field Trip or Activity and Consent for
Treatment form.
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Equipment and Supplies
Equipment Availability
and Check Out
KGB / KGB-R
Permission must be gained from the building principal before any
district equipment maybe removed from school grounds.
Appropriate Use of
Equipment and Supplies
Use of equipment and supplies is for the performance of official
and approved assignments only. Use of district equipment or
supplies for personal use is prohibited without prior permission of
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Computers
IIBG
also GAA and JCDA
Use of or access to district computers and computer software is
limited to district employees and students. Use of computers is for
the performance of official and approved assignments only. Use of
district computer equipment or software for personal projects is
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Also, refer to Appendix S Acceptable Computer Use by Staff and
Students.
Only software purchased by the district may be loaded onto district
computers. Software licensed to the district shall not be used on
computers not owned by the district. District software shall not be
copied for personal use. S
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Employees shall not use electronic communications, including e-
mail and the internet, to harass staff, students, or other individuals.
Secure Files
All employees must secure files containing confidential student
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Internet
Inappropriate use and/or transmission of any material in violation
of any United States or state regulation, is prohibited. This
includes, but is not limited to copyrighted material, threatening or
obscene material, or material protected by a trade secret. See
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Copying and Duplicating
The copyright laws of the United States make it illegal for anyone
to duplicate copyrighted materials without permission. Severe
penalties are provided for unauthorized copying of all materials
covered by the act unless the copying falls within the bounds of the
district employees must be done with permission of the copyright
holder or within
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Ordering Procedures
All requests for supplies, materials, and equipment must be
approved by the building principal.
Vehicle Request
Requests must be made and approved by the building principal and
by director of transportation.
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Staff
Handbook
Appendices
Appendix A
USD 261
Request for Leave
This form must be completed and turned in to the principal no later than 3 days prior to the anticipated
absence, unless extenuating circumstances dictate otherwise. Planned sick / personal leave of more than
2 days, shall be submitted at least one week in advance (as per negotiated agreement).
Date of Application ________________________
When submitting this application form, please complete the items below as completely as possible. In
accordance with the policies of the Board of Education, I hereby request:
Leave for full day __________ Half day __________ a.m. _______ p.m. _______
on ( day and date) ___________________
I will need to request a substitute:
Yes _________ No _________
Other ___________________________________________________________________________
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Reason __________________________________________________________________________
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The above application was received on ________________________
The requested leave:
Approved ___________
With Pay ____________
Disapproved _________
Without Pay __________
Authorized Signature:___________________________________________Date:____________
* Once the employer has acquired knowledge that the leave is being taken for a Family
Medical Leave Act required reason, the employer must promptly (within two business days
absent extenuating circumstances) notify the employee that the paid leave is designated and
will be counted as Family and Medical Leave.
Appendix B
USD 261
Accident Report Form
Employees must notify the employer within 10 days of an accident or the claim may be barred.
Additional information about your rights and responsibilities under workers compensation may be
obtained from your supervisor or the district office.
Employer:
Your Name:
Your Home Address:
Your Home Phone Number:
Social Security Number:
Date of Accident:
Time of Accident:
In your own words, describe what happened:
What physical problems are you experiencing as a result of this injury?
Did you report this injury to your supervisor?
If not, why not?
Date Reported:
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Were you working at your regular job at the
time of injury?
If not, please explain:
Were there any witnesses?
If yes, who?
Did you go to the hospital/clinic?
Address of hospital/clinic:
Name of treating physician:
Additional comments:
Date:
Signature:
Appendix C
USD 261
Exit Interview Format
Directions:
Please complete this form and return it to your supervisor before you get ready for final
check out. You will be asked to discuss and expand upon your responses during your exit interview.
Your candor and thoroughness in answering these questions and during the interview will be
appreciated.
Name:_________________________________________________ Date:_________________________
Position:_________________________________School:____________________Years in District_____
1. What was the most enjoyable aspect of your employment in the district?
2. What was the least enjoyable aspect of your employment in the district?
3. What suggestions do you have for improving communications within the district?
4. What suggestions do you have for improving the educational program in the building where you
served?
5. What suggestions do you have for improving the educational program in the district?
Exit Interview
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6. Do you have specific suggestions that the school may wish to consider to improve their
operations and their ability
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7. Do you understand your rights to continue eligibility for health coverage?
8. Are you familiar with your options under KPERS?
*If you need additional information on #7 or #8, please contact the Business Manager at the
Administration Building.
9. Briefly explain your reason for leaving the district.
I hereby acknowledge that I have completed my assigned duties to the best of my knowledge and
have returned all school and/or district property and keys.
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Signature of Administrator/Supervisor
conducting the exit interview
Date of interview:_____________________________
Appendix D
Request for Field Trip
Instructions:
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Submit completed form to principal three weeks prior to activity.
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Send permission form to parent/guardian one week prior to activity.
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Submit list of students and sponsors to principal two days prior to activity.
School:
Teacher Making Request:
Date of Activity:
Location of Activity:
Departure Time:
Return Time:
Number of Students:
Method of Travel:
Number of Sponsors Needed:
Estimated Cost to School:
Estimated Cost to Students:
How does this activity relate to the course objectives?
Expected Outcomes:
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3.
Teachers must make arrangements for adequate supervision of students. (Include names of
parents or staff members assisting with supervision of students.)
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2.
3.
4.
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Approved
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Not Approved
Signature of Principal
Date
Appendix E
USD 261
Consent to Participate
in Field Trip or Other Activity
and Consent for Treatment
NOTE: This form must be signed and returned to the school by ____________(date)
if the student named below is to participate in the field trip or activity.
I,________________________, the parent and legal guardian of __________________________
give my consent for my child to participate in the field trip/other activity described here:
___________________________________________________________________________________
on_____________________(date). I further give my legal consent and authorize any
representative of _________________School USD 261 to authorize emergency medical
treatment, including any necessary surgery or hospitalization, for my above-named child, for any
injury or illness of an emergency nature he/she incurred while participating in the field trip or
other activity noted above by any physician or dentist licensed in accordance with the provisions
of the Kansas Healing Arts Act, K.S.A. 65-2801, and any hospital.
I agree to pay and assume all responsibility for medical and hospital expenses and any
emergency services incurred on behalf of my child.
I acknowledge and agree that ______________________School is not responsible for
any medical, hospital expenses and/or other charges that are incurred in the medical treatment or
hospitalization of my child. A photocopy of this document shall have the same force and effect
as the original. If my child requires emergency medical treatment, I understand that school
personnel will make a reasonable attempt to contact me to seek my permission to authorize that
treatment. To facilitate contacting me, I agree to continue to provide current work and home
phone numbers to the school.
Parent or Legal Guardian
Date
Appendix E-1
Insurance Coverage for Transporting Students in Private Vehicle
Haysville USD 261
Appendix F
Elementary Office Discipline Referral Form
(ODR)
Name: _______________________________________
Date: ________________________
Time of ODR:
________________________
Date / Time of incident:
__________________
Grade
:
K
1
2
3
4
5
Teacher:___________________________________
Referring Person: ___________________________
Issue or Concern:
Possible Motivation
Abusive language
Property damage
Attention from peer(s)
Fighting/physical aggression
Inappropriate language
Attention from adult(s)
Harassment / bullying
\
Disruption
Avoid peer(s)
Overt defiance
Non-compliance
Avoid adult
Lying/cheating
Defiance/disrespect/noncompliance
Avoid work
Electronic violation (technology)
Inappropriate displays of affection
Obtain item(s)
Weapons
Other _______________________
D’t kw
Combustibles
Others involved in incident
:
no one
peers
teacher
substitute
lunchroom staff
recess staff
other
What happened?
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Conference With Student
What expectation was broken?
_____________________________________________________________
Preparation
Respect
Integrity
Discipline
Excellence
What will you do differently next time? I will
__________________________________________________
Student signature: ________________________________________
Date: __________________
Administrative Actions: 1
st
ODR _____
2
nd
ODR _____
3
rd
ODR _____
4
th
ODR _____
Other ______
Lose recess
Lose other privilege ______________________
Conference
Follow up agreement
Parent contact
Time in office
Individualized Instruction
Other __________________________________
In-school suspension _______ hours or _______ days
Out of school suspension _______ days
Comments:_____________________________________________________________________
Administrator signature: ________________________________
Date: ______________
Parent signature: ______________________________________
Date: _____________
LOCATION
Classroom
Playground
Restroom
Special Event
Hallway
Field Trip
Cafeteria
Other
Appendix G
Alphabetical Listing of Handbook Topics
Absences, 16
Accidents (reporting of), 22
Accidents, 5, Appendix B
Acknowledgment of Receipt of
Handbook, vii
Address Changes, 8
Animals and Plants, 22 & Appendix Q
Annuity Plan, 8
Asbestos, 22
Assignment and Transfer, 24
Attendance Policy, 24
Attendance, 5
Bloodborne Pathogens, 20
Building Calling Tree, Appendix O
Building Committee Assignments,
Appendix I
Building Evacuation Plans, Appendix N
Building Site Council Members,
Appendix J
Building Staff List, Appendix H
Building Supervision Schedule,
Appendix L
Bullying, 24
Child Abuse, 6
Claim for Travel Reimbursement, 8 and
Appendix T
Class Schedule, 6 and Appendix K
Committee Assignments, 1
Communicable Diseases, 20
Computers, 25 and Appendix S
Confidentiality, 11
Conflict of Interest, 16
Copying and Duplicating, 25
Corporal Punishment, 24
Counseling Services,4
Discipline Procedures, 23
Discrimination Complaints, 17
Distribution of Materials, 19
District Calendar, Appendix M
Drills and Evacuations, 22
Duty Free Lunch, 7
Emergency Closings, 23
Equal Opportunity Employer, 1
Equipment Availability and
Check Out, 25
Evaluations, 17
Exit Outcomes, 2
Facility Scheduling, 6
Faculty Meetings, 7
Field Trips, 18
First Aid, 21
Gifts, 15
Grading Periods, 7
Grading, 3
Hazardous Waste, 21
Health Clerk, 20, Appendix P
Health Examinations, 21
Holidays, 7
Homework, 3
Inservice Days, 7
Instructional Materials, 2
Insurance Coverage, Appendix E-1
Introduction, 1
Job Descriptions, 17
Jury Duty,7
Keys, 23
Leaves, 7
Lesson Plans, 3
Library Services, 4
Maintenance Requests, 20
Make-Up Work, 3
Medications (administering), 21
Mission Statement, 1
Nepotism, 19
Ordering Procedures, 26
Orientation,19
Parent and Student Handbook, 23
Parent-Teacher Conferences, 6
Pay Day, 7
Permission Slips, 19
Personal Property, 18
Personnel Records, 8
Promotion/Retention, 3
Racial Harassment, 13
Receipt of Handbook (intro)
Relations With Students, 10
Release of Students from School
During the Day, 19
Report Cards, 4
Retirement, 8
Safety Practices, 23
Salary Reduction Plan, 8
Sample Consent to Participate in Field
Trip or Other Activity and Consent
for Treatment, Appendix E
Sample Office Discipline Referral Form,
Appendix F
Sample Employee Accident Report Form,
Appendix C
Sample Exit Interview Format,
Appendix C
Sample Health Room Referral Form,
Appendix P
Sample Request for Field Trip,
Appendix D
Sample Request for Leave,
Appendix A
School Improvement Plan, 2
and Appendix R
Securing Work Area, 23
Sexual Harassment, 11
Sign In/Sign Out, 7
Site Council Members, Appendix J
Solicitations, 16
Special Education, 3
Special Events Scheduling, 3
Staff Development, 17
Staff Names, 1
Statement of Professionalism (intro)
Student Records, 9
Student Searches, 19
Substitutes, 16
Supervision of Students, 11
Supervision Schedules, 6
Suspension/Expulsion, 24
Tardies, 24
Teacher Work Days, 7
Telephone Use, 20
Termination, 16
Testing Program, 4
Tobacco Use, 10
Travel Reimbursement, 8 and Appendix T
Vandalism, 6
Vehicle Request, 26
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Appendix H
USD 261
Building Staff List
Appendix I
USD 261
Building Committee Assignments
District Committee Assignments
Appendix J
USD 261
Building Site Council Members
Appendix K
USD 261
Building Class Schedules
Appendix L
USD 261
Building Supervision Schedules
BOE Approved
6/3/2010
HAYSVILLE USD 261
Appendix M
2010-2011 School Calendar
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New Teacher Orientation
Jan 3
Building Inservice
*No School
Aug 11-12
Building Inservice *No School
Jan 14
District Inservice
*No School
Aug 13
District Inservice
Jan 17
Non-Contract Day
No School
Aug 16
Teachers' Workday
Feb 14-17
Parent Teacher Conferences
Aug 17
1st Day of School K-6, 9
Feb 17
Parent/Teacher Conferences
*No School
Aug 18
1st Day of School 7-8, 10-12
Feb 18
Conference Release Day
No School
Sept 6
Labor Day Holiday
Feb 21
President's Day Holiday
Sept 24
Building Inservice
*No School
March 11
End of 3rd Nine Weeks
Oct 15
End of 1st Nine Weeks
March 11
1/2 Work-1/2 Collaboration
*No School
Oct 15
1/2 Work Day-1/2 Collaboration
*No School
March 21-25
Spring Break
No School
Oct 18-21
Parent/Teacher Conferences
April 22
Non-Contract Day
No School
Oct 21
Parent/Teacher Conferences
*No School
April 25
Building Inservice
*No School
Oct 22
Conference Release Day
No School
May 24
Last Day of School
Nov 24-26
Thanksgiving Holiday
May 25
Teachers' Workday
Dec 21
End of 1st Semester
May 30
Memorial Day Holiday
Dec 22
1/2 Work Day-1/2 Collaboration
*No School
July 4
Fourth of July Holiday
Dec 22-Jan 3
Winter Break for Students
Dec 23-31
Winter Break for Staff
*No School for Students
9 Weeks Report Period
No. of Days
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No. of Days
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Oct 18-Dec 22
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March 21-May 24
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District Inservice
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Board Meetings
This calendar may be altered at the discretion of the Board of Education and/or the administration.
Appendix N
USD 261
Building Evacuation Plans
Appendix O
USD 261
Building Calling Tree
Appendix P
USD 261
Health Room Referral Form
Student Name
Grade
Time ______
Reason for Request:
Findings / Comments:
(Check one or more)
Stomachache / Nausea
Headache
Sore Throat
Possible Temperature
Other ________________________________________________________
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Appendix Q
Animals in Kansas Schools:
Guidelines for Visiting and Resident Pets
Introduction
1
Animals that are Unacceptable for School Visits
1
Special Conditions for Specific Animals
2
Suggested Animals for Use in Schools
3
General Guidelines for Animals that are Permitted to Visit Schools
3
Proper Restraint of Animals
4
Student Contact with Animals
4
Handling and Disposal of Animal Wastes While on Student Campuses
5
Humane Treatment
5
Conclusion
5
Further Information
5
Appendix:
National Science Teachers Association Guidelines for Responsible
Use of Animals in the Classroom
6
National Association of Biology Teachers Position Statement:
The Use of Animals in Biology Education
7
Handwashing Instructions
8
Acknowledgement: This document was adapted from guidelines developed by the Alabama Department of Health
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Animals in Kansas Schools

1
Introduction
The purpose of these guidelines is to provide
information to promote safety for instructors and
students when animals are brought into the
classroom. Animals are part of our daily lives; they
can be used effectively as part of our daily lives;
they can be used effectively as teaching aids, and
the positive benefits of the human-animal bond are
well established. However, the special situation of
classrooms necessitates certain safeguards.
Inadequate understanding of animal disease and
behavior can lead to unnecessary risks for children
and animals alike. These guidelines are designed
to promote a better understanding of:
1. Which animals may represent a health
hazard and are not safe to bring in
classrooms at all;
2. Health considerations when handling
animals which have the potential to
transmit disease;
3. Safety precautions for introducing
animals into classrooms;
4. How to properly handle animal wastes
to limit the spread of disease from
animals to humans.
Regulations concerning animals in licensed day
care facilities are found in K.A.R. 28-4-131.
Animals that are Unacceptable for
School Visits
1.
Wild animals
Defining a “wild” animal is difficult and subjective.
For the purposes of these guidelines, a wild animal
is any
mammal
that is
NOT
one of the following:
a. Domestic dog
b. Domestic cat
c. Domestic ferret
d. Domestic ungulate (e.g., cow, sheep,
goat, pig, horse)
e. Pet rabbit
f. Pet rodent (e.g., mice, rats, hamsters,
gerbils, guinea pigs, chinchillas)
Wild animals pose a risk for transmitting rabies as
well as other
zoonotic diseases
(i.e., diseases
which can be transferred from animals to humans)
and should never be brought into schools or
handled by children. In Kansas it is unlawful to
possess skunks, foxes, raccoons, and coyotes as
pets (K.A.R. 28-1-14).
Wild animals’ behavior also tends to be
unpredictable. A wild animal that has been raised
in captivity is still a wild animal. Domestication
takes thousands of years, not just a generation or
two.
Exceptions to this recommendation include those
instances when the wild animals are presented at
schools by a professional who has experience
handling wildlife, and are displayed in enclosed
cages which prevent contact between the animal
and children.
Because of the high incidence of
rabies in bats, raccoons, skunks, and wild
carnivores, these animals (including recently dead
animals) should not be permitted on school
grounds under any circumstances.
2.
Poisonous animals
Spiders, venomous insects, poisonous reptiles
(including snakes), and poisonous amphibians
should be prohibited from being brought onto
school grounds. Exceptions to this
recommendation include those instances when
these animals are
presented at schools by a
professional who has
experience handling them,
and are displayed in cases
which provide a physical
barrier between the animal
and the children (e.g., animal is enclosed behind a
sturdy glass or plastic).
3.
Wolf-dog hybrids
These animals are crosses between a wolf and a
domestic dog and have shown a propensity for
aggression, especially toward young children.
Therefore, they should not be allowed on school
grounds.
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2
4.
Stray animals
Stray animals should never be brought onto school
grounds because the health and vaccination status
of these animals is unknown.
5.
Baby chicks and ducks
Because of the high risk of salmonellosis and
campylobacteriosis from these animals, they are
inappropriate in schools. Transmission of these
diseases from chicks and ducklings to children is
well documented in the medical literature.
6.
Aggressive animals
Animals which are bred or trained to demonstrate
aggression towards humans or other animals, or
animals which have demonstrated such aggressive
behavior in the past, should not be permitted on
school campuses. Aggressive, unprovoked, or
threatening behavior should mandate the animal’s
immediate removal.
Exceptions may be sentry or canine corps dogs for
demonstration that are under the control of trained
military or law enforcement officials.
Special Conditions for Specific Animals
Specific recommendations should be observed for
the following animals because of their zoonotic
diseases that they may carry or because of certain
tendencies:
1.
Reptiles (including non-poisonous snakes,
lizards, and iguanas) and amphibians
Because of the risk of contracting salmonellosis
from these animals even when they are reared in
captivity, special precautions are necessary when
handling them. These animals may intermittently
shed salmonella, and negative cultures will not
guarantee that the animals are not infected.
Treatment of infected animals with antibiotics has
not proven useful and may promote the
development and spread of resistant bacteria.
It is recommended that when reptiles and
amphibians are present at schools they should be
under the direct responsibility of professionals
(including teachers) who have training and
experience handling them. The animals should be
kept and displayed in cases which provide a
physical barrier between the animal and the
children (e.g., sturdy glass or plastic).
Because Salmonellosis can be more severe in
young children and because their hygiene
practices are more questionable, handling of
reptiles and amphibians is not recommended for
children younger than 12 years.
Any time
children are allowed to handle these animals,
they should receive very clear instructions on
how to wash their hands thoroughly after they
finish.
Handwashing instructions are in the
appendix.
2.
Psittacine birds
Because psittacine birds can carry zoonotic
diseases such as psittacosis
(Chlamydia psittaci, parrot fever),
such birds (parrots, parakeets,
budgies, and cockatiels) should not
be handled by children. Birds
showing any signs of illness should
not be brought into school.
Psittacine birds may be brought to
school as long as their cages are
clean and the bird’s wastes can be
contained, such as within a cage.
Psittacine birds permanently housed
on school property in cages should
be treated prophylactically with appropriate
tetracyclines for psittacosis for 45 days prior to
entering the premises.
3.
Ferrets
Ferrets can be allowed to visit school classrooms,
but they must be handled by the person
responsible for them. Because of their propensity
to bite when startled, it is not recommended that
school children hold ferrets visiting the classroom.
4.
Fish
Disposable gloves should be worn when cleaning
aquariums. Used tank water should be disposed of
in sinks that are not used for food preparation, or
for obtaining water for human consumption.
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3
5.
Guide, hearing, and other
service animals and law
enforcement animals
These animals should not be
prohibited from being on school
grounds or in classrooms.
Suggested Animals for Use in Schools
The following is a list of animals that are
appropriate pets to be housed in schools:
1. Small pet rodents (e.g., mice, rats, hamsters,
gerbils, guinea pigs, chinchillas)
2. Pet rabbits
3. Aquarium fish (salt or fresh water)
4. Non-psittacine cage and aviary birds (e.g.,
canaries, finches, mynahs, diamond doves)
All animals housed in schools should be provided
an appropriate environment (e.g., secure housing,
suitable temperature, adequate exercise) and a
proper diet. In addition, there should be a plan for
the continued care of these animals during the
days that school is not in session. Consultation
with a veterinarian is advised to help with
environmental and nutritional needs and provide
care in the event of illness or injury to the animal.
General Guidelines for Animals that are
Permitted to Visit Schools
It is important that animals that are brought onto
school campuses be clean and healthy so that the
risk of transmitting diseases is minimal. Children
tend to be more susceptible to zoonotic diseases
and parasitic infections than adults also because of
their lack of handwashing and greater propensity
for putting hands in their mouths. Therefore,
animals which are brought to school should be
clean and free of disease and external parasites
such as fleas, ticks and mites, to decrease the
likelihood of the animal transmitting these agents
or vectors to the students. Visiting animals should
be restricted to an area designated by the principal
or administrator. Kittens and puppies are
appropriate only for short classroom visits.
The following are specific recommendations for
some common visiting animals:
1.
Verified rabies vaccination
Current rabies vaccination by a licensed
veterinarian should be documented for all dogs,
cats, and ferrets brought onto the school campus
for instructional purposes. Dogs and cats under
three months of age or not vaccinated against
rabies should not be handled by children.
2.
Health certificates for dogs
A health certificate signed by a licensed
veterinarian showing proof of current vaccination
against canine distemper, canine hepatitis,
leptospirosis, parainfluenza, bordatella, and rabies
should be available. Animals must have had a
negative fecal exam or proof of successful
treatment for internal parasites in the past year.
The animal should be free of external parasites
such as fleas, ticks, and mites and free of obvious
skin lesions. Dogs over four months of age should
be housebroken.
3.
Health certificate for cats
A health certificate which is signed by a licensed
veterinarian showing proof of current vaccination
against feline panleukopenia (feline distemper),
rhinotracheitis, calcivirus, chlamydia, feline
leukemia, and rabies should be available. Animals
must have had a negative fecal exam or proof of
successful treatment for internal parasites in the
past year. The animal should be free of external
parasites such as fleas, ticks, and mites and free of
obvious skin lesions.
4.
Health certificates for ferrets
A health certificate which is signed by a licensed
veterinarian showing proof of current vaccination
against canine distemper and rabies should be
available. Animals must have had a negative fecal
exam or proof of successful treatment for internal
parasites in the past year. The animal should be
free of external parasites such as fleas, ticks, and
mites and be free of obvious skin lesions.
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4
Proper Restraint of Animals
Because animals may react strangely to classroom
situations, it is important to have an effective way
to control them. Fear may cause an animal to
attempt to escape or even act aggressively in
situations which are unusual to them (the “flight or
fight” phenomenon). Appropriate restraint devices
will allow the holder to react quickly and prevent
harm to students or escape of the animal.
1.
Collars and leashes
Dogs, cats, and ferrets should be wearing a proper
collar, harness, and/or leash when on the school
campus or in the classroom so they can be easily
controlled. Household rope or string is not an
appropriate restraint tool. The owner or
responsible person should stay with the animal
during its visit to the school. No animal should be
allowed to roam unrestrained on the school
campus or in the classroom.
2.
Pet birds
Pet birds should never be allowed to fly free in a
classroom.
3.
Designated areas
All animals should be restricted to the area
designated by the principal or administrator. In
school facilities in which the common dining area is
also used as an auditorium, gymnasium, or multi-
purpose room animals may be allowed in the area
at times other than meals if:
a. effective partitioning or self-closing doors
separate the area from food storage and food
preparation areas;
b. condiments, equipment, and utensils are stored
in enclosed cabinets or removed from the area
when animals are present; and
c. dining areas, including tables, countertops, and
similar surfaces are effectively cleaned before the
next meal service. Cleaning should be done with a
10% bleach solution or commercial disinfectant.
Animals should
not
be in dining areas during
mealtimes.
4.
Estrus
Female dogs and cats should be determined not to
be in estrus (heat) at the time of the visit.
Student Contact with Animals
Increased activity and sudden movements can
make animals feel threatened, so all student
contact with animals should always be supervised
and conform to a few basic rules. Even very tame
animals may act aggressively in strange situations.
1. Animal bites can usually be avoided if students
are kept in small groups.
2. Rough play or teasing should absolutely not be
allowed.
3. Children should not be allowed to feed pets
directly from their hands.
4. Small animals such as rabbits, hamsters,
gerbils, and mice should be handled very gently.
Rabbits rarely like to be held and will struggle to
free themselves.
Rodents may bite when they feel threatened, but
rabies post-exposure prophylaxis
is almost never warranted with
small rodent bites.
5. Children should be
discouraged from “kissing”
animals or having them in close
contact with their faces.
6. Education with animals should be used to re-
emphasize proper hygiene and handwashing
recommendations. All children who handle animals
should be instructed to wash their hands
immediately after handling them.
7. Animals should not be allowed in the vicinity of
sinks where children wash their hands, or in any
areas where food is prepared, stored, or served.
Animals should not be kept in areas used for
cleaning or storage of food utensils or dishes.
Animals should also be restricted from nursing
stations or sterile and clean supply rooms.
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5
8. Do not allow cats or dogs in sandboxes where
children play.
9. Immunocompromised students (e.g., children
with organ transplants, children currently receiving
cancer chemotherapy or radiation therapy) may be
especially susceptible to zoonotic diseases;
therefore, special precautions may be needed to
minimize the risk of disease transmission to these
students. Consultation with the child’s parents
about precautionary measures is strongly advised.
10. In the event of an animal bite, contact the local
health department for guidance.
Recommendations for specific precautionary
measures may also be solicited from the Kansas
Department of Health and Environment, Office of
Epidemiologic Services (785-296-2951).
Handling and Disposal of Animal Wastes
While on School Campuses
1. Clean up of animal wastes.
Children should
not handle or clean up any form of animal waste
(feces, urine, blood, etc.). Animal wastes should
be disposed of where children cannot come into
contact with them, such as in a plastic bag or
container with a well-fitted lid or via the sewage
waste system for feces. Food handlers should not
be involved in the clean-up of animal wastes.
2. Prohibited areas.
Animal wastes should not be
disposed of and visiting animals should not be
allowed to defecate in or near areas where children
routinely play or congregate (e.g., sandboxes,
school playgrounds).
3. Litter boxes.
Litter boxes for visiting animals
should not be allowed in classrooms.
Humane Treatment
To avoid the intentional or unintentional abuse,
mistreatment, or neglect of animals, the humane
care and husbandry recommendations of the
National Association of Biology Teachers and the
National Science Teachers Association should be
adopted (See Appendix).
Conclusion
Animals can serve as excellent teaching tools, and
students love to have them visit the classroom.
When using animals as an instructional aid, the
objective should always be well planned in
advance. By following the above
recommendations, the use of animals in the
classroom can be made safe and enjoyable for
both the animals and the children.
Further Information
For further information, please contact the Kansas
Department of Health and Environment, Office of
Epidemiologic Services, 1000 SW Jackson, Suite
210, Topeka, KS 66612-1274; phone (785)
296-2951; fax (785) 291-3775.
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____________________________________________________________________________
National Science Teachers Association Guidelines for
Responsible Use of Animals in the Classroom
___________________________________________________________________
These guidelines are recommended by the National
Science Teachers Association for use by science
educators and students. It applies, in particular, to
the use of non-human animals in instructional
activities planned and/or supervised by teachers
who teach science at the pre-college level.
Observation and experimentation with living
organisms give students unique perspectives of life
processes that are not provided by other modes of
instruction. Studying animals in the classroom
enables students to develop skills of observation
and comparison, a sense of stewardship, and an
appreciation for the unity, inter-relationships, and
complexity of life. This study, however, requires
appropriate humane care of the organism.
Teachers are expected to be knowledgeable about
the proper care of organisms under study and the
safety of their students.
These are the guidelines recommended by NSTA
concerning the responsible use of animals in a
school classroom/laboratory:
#
Acquisition and care of animals must be
appropriate to the species.
#
Student classwork and science projects
involving animals must be under the
supervision of a science teacher or other
trained professional.
#
Teachers sponsoring or supervising the use
of animals in instructional activities
including acquisition, care, and disposition,
will adhere to local, state, and national
laws, policies and regulations regarding
species of organisms.
#
Teachers must instruct students on safety
precautions for handling live animals or
animal specimens.
#
Plans for the future care or disposition of
animals at the conclusion of a study must
be developed and implemented.
#
Laboratory and dissection activities must
be conducted with consideration/
appreciation for the organism. Laboratory
and dissection activities must be conducted
in a clean and organized work space with
care and laboratory precision.
#
Laboratory and dissection activities must
be based on carefully planned objectives.
Laboratory and dissection objectives must
be appropriate to the maturity level of the
student.
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Student views or beliefs sensitive to
dissection must be considered; the teacher
will respond appropriately.
National Science Teachers Association
July 1991
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Animals in Kansas Schools
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National Association of Biology Teachers Position Statement:
The Use of Animals in Biology Education
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The National Association of Biology Teachers
(NABT) believes that the study of whole
organisms, including nonhuman animals, is
essential to the understanding of life on Earth.
NABT recommends the prudent and responsible
use of animals in the life science classroom.
Furthermore, NABT believes that biology teachers
should foster a respect for life; and should teach
about the interrelationship and interdependency of
all things, and that humans must care for the fragile
web of life that exists on this planet.
Classroom experiences that involve nonhuman
animals range from observation to dissection.
NABT supports these experiences so long as they
are conducted within the long-established
guidelines of proper care and use of animals, as
developed by the scientific community. As with
any instructional activity, the use of nonhuman
animals in the biology classroom must have sound
educational objectives. Any use of animals,
whether for observation or dissection, must convey
substantive knowledge of biology; and NABT
believes that biology teachers are in the best
position to make this determination for their
students.
NABT acknowledges that no alternative can
substitute for the actual experience of dissection
and urges teachers to be aware of the limitations of
alternatives. When the teacher determines that the
most effective means to meet the objectives of the
class do no require dissection, NABT supports the
use of alternatives to dissection, such as models
and videodiscs. The association encourages
teachers to be sensitive to substantive student
objections to dissection and to consider providing
appropriate alternatives for those students.
NABT provides guidelines for the care and use of
live animals in classrooms and science fairs. These
guidelines are consistent with the tenets of proper
care and use of animals and reflect the consensus
of the teaching and biomedical research
communities.
National Association of Biology Teachers
November 1993
Handwashing Instructions
Washing hands thoroughly and frequently avoids most contagious diseases.
Thoroughly means:
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Wet hands with running water
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Pump soap into palms
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Rub together to make a lather
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Scrub hands vigorously for 15 seconds
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Rinse soap off of hands
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Dry hands
Frequently means:
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After going to the toilet
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After petting or handling animals
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Before eating
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Before preparing foods
Produced by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Offices of Epidemiologic Services and Public Information, 900 SW Jackson, Room
1051-S, Topeka, Kansas 66612. This document may be copied and shared as long as the content remains unchanged. 10-27-97. KDHE library
number AB1007.
Appendix R
USD 261
School Improvement Plan
Appendix S
USD 261
Staff Computer Use
See BOE Policy IIBG (also GAA and JCDA)
Computer systems and networks are for educational and professional use only. Violation of this policy would
include, but not limited to: sending or displaying offensive messages or pictures; using obscene language; damaging
computers, computer systems or networks, including creating, uploading or downloading computer viruses; violating
copyright laws, or loading personal software on district computers; harassing, insulting, or attacking others via
computer networks; using others’ usernames and passwords; trespassing in others’ folders, work, files or networks;
intentionally wasting limited resources; employing district computers and networks for commercial purposes; and
giving out personal information over the Internet, such as full name and address. The district retains the right to
discipline any employee, up to and including termination, for violations of this policy.
Employees shall have no expectation of privacy when using district e-mail, instant messaging, Internet access, or
other official communication systems. The school district retains the right to duplicate any information on district
computer systems or on any hard drive. Any e-mail, instant messaging, Internet access, computer application, or
information in district computers or computer systems is subject to monitoring by the administration.
Email, instant messaging, and Internet access shall be used primarily to conduct approved district business,
educational research, and educational purposes. Employees must use appropriate language in all messages.
Employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and to use the system according to these
guidelines or other guideline published by the administration.
No software, including freeware or shareware, may be installed on any district computer until cleared by the network
administrator. The administrator will verify the compatibility of the software with existing software and hardware,
and prescribe installation and de-installation procedures. Freeware and shareware may be downloaded only onto
workstation floppy disks or CD-
,
’
approval to be installed on any district server.
USD 261
Student Computer Use
See BOE Policy IIBG (also GAA and JCDA)
Computer systems and networks are for educational and professional use only. Violation of this policy would