ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL

ROGERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Students should not arrive at school before 7:35 A.M., unless arriving for breakfast at 7:20 A.M., without approval as no supervision is provided prior to that time. Outer doors will open for students at 7:35 A.M. Students will line up on the playground in appropriate class line, until the 7:50 A.M. bell rings. They will be met there by their teacher and escorted to their room. In the event the weather is inclement at arrival time, students will be allowed to enter the building and sit quietly in assigned areas.

The morning bell schedule is as follows:
7:50 A.M. ­ Warning Bell ­ Students enter classrooms
7:55 A.M. ­ Tardy Bell
The breakfast schedule is as follows:
7:20 A.M. ­ 7:45 A.M. (Breakfast will not be served after 7:45 A.M.)
The lunch schedule is as follows:
4th grade ­ 10:50 A.M. 5th grade ­ 11:20 A.M.
The afternoon dismissal is as follows:
2:55 P.M. ­ Dismissal Bell

SPECIAL NOTE: If you will be picking your child up after school, you may use the available space along Rogers Road. Please DO NOT park in any area that is marked "NO PARKING". Children are not to be dropped off behind Georgetowne Middle School. The safety of the children is our utmost concern and your cooperation is vitally important to ensure safe passage home for all of our "Rangers".

ASBESTOS CONTAINING BUILDING MATERIALS MANAGEMENT PLAN

This is to notify you that North Pekin ­ Marquette Heights School District #102 has submitted its Management Plan prepared pursuant to the requirements of the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA, 40 CFR 763) for the school buildings. Copies of the Management Plan are available in the Administrative Office of the School District. These Plans are available for your inspection during normal business hours of the office (Monday through Friday: 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.) and during other times by special arrangement. We request that appointments be made with us to review such plans. To make arrangements please contact:

Dr. John P. Closen, Superintendent, (309) 382-2172.

ATTENDANCE-ILLNESS AND ABSENCES

According to state law, students are required to be in attendance each day school is in session unless they are ill. When it is necessary for your child to miss school, please call the school before 9:00 A.M. that day. If you have not called in by this time, office personnel will be contacting you by phone. A note with reason for absence is required when your child returns to school.

Because medical and dental appointments are often difficult to obtain, the principal may give the parents permission to keep such an appointment while counting the student present. This may be done only for students who attend five school clock hours. In order to qualify for perfect attendance no tardies are permissible.

Truancy is defined as being absent and/or tardy from school 10% of the school year without valid cause for an excused absence and without the knowledge of school authorities.

Any person who induces or attempts to induce any child to be absent from school unlawfully, or who knowingly employs or harbors a student while school is in session, is guilty of a Class C misdemeanor which means the person shall be subject to not more than 30 days imprisonment and/or fines of up to $500.00.

New definitions as to what constitutes a student receiving credit for a full day of attendance, a half day, and no credit is as follows:

300 minutes or more - Full day attendance
150-299 minutes - day attendance
less than 150 minutes - no credit

These times are not to include passing time, lunch or recess.

BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTION PLAN

District 102 has a Behavioral Intervention Policy, as required by law. A copy of this policy is furnished to the parents of all special education students at the time an IEP is implemented for their student.

BICYCLE USE AND RIDING

1. Children are to dismount bicycles at the curb and walk the bicycles to the
bicycle rack during school time.
2. Bicycles are not to be ridden on any District #102 playground/sidewalks
before and after school hours until after 3:30 P.M. when the majority of
automobile delivery and pick up of children and delivery of goods has
diminished. Children are cautioned to be alert to other vehicles at all times.

If a bicycle rider insists upon disobeying safety rules, the privilege of riding a bicycle to school will be denied until such time the parent and principal decide the child can abide by guidelines.

Disobedience of bicycle guidelines the second time, would indicate a child's lack of desire to comply; therefore, the child can no longer ride a bicycle to school.

Skateboarding/In-Line Skates ­ Skateboarding and in-line skating are not permitted on District 102 property at any time. This will be enforced by the local police departments.

BUILDING TRAFFIC PATTERNS

Following the tardy bell, the exit doors will be locked. Entry to the building will have to be through the front doors. People entering the building after the tardy bell must report to the office to state their business. This is required by law. If items need to be taken to students, staff will do this at the appropriate time.

At the end of the day, doors will be opened at the various exits where students will be dismissed. Please DO NOT wait outside the classroom doors as this can be distracting to students.

CERTIFICATE OF LIVE BIRTH

The law requires that all students have a copy of their certificate of live birth in the student file. As files are re-examined, parent will be requested to supply the school with a copy of this certificate should one not be in their child's file.

CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR

Children's attention and cooperation are two absolute requirements in order for them to benefit from a learning situation. There are some children who divert the attention of their peers until they benefit very little from a learning situation. They deprive themselves and others from receiving the full benefit of a well-planned educational program.

Should behavior interfere with academic learning because students are not making responsible decisions about their behavior, various measures will be taken to help the student begin making good decisions about behaviors and appropriate use of class time. These include a heart-to-heart talk between the student and the teacher and/or the principal; depriving the student of privileges such as taking part in field trips or plays; involving the parents in the planning of a behavioral management plan; and suspensions in/out of school (*See Rogers School Code of Conduct).

Parental support is always helpful and usually essential in modifying student behavior. Please make every effort to work with your child's teacher to ensure a positive attitude on the part of your child.

DANGEROUS OR VALUABLE OBJECTS AND TOYS

Dangerous or valuable objects and toys are prohibited from being brought to school. If either of these kinds of objects are found in a child's possession by a staff member, the item will be confiscated and returned to the child's parent by the principal. Disciplinary action appropriate to the situation will be taken.

The only exception to this rule is when a teacher allows students to bring toys to school for a school activity. The school will not be responsible for any damaged or lost items that may occur.

EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSING

On days when it may be necessary to close schools or to run emergency bus routes, the information will be forwarded to the local radio/T.V. stations no later than 6:30 A.M. We ask that parents listen to local radio/T.V. stations for school announcements.

RADIO STATIONS
WIRL-1290 AM WMBD-1470 AM WKQA-104.9 FM
WPEO-1020 AM WCIC-91 FM WXCL-1350 AM

T.V. STATIONS
WHOI CHANNEL 19 * WEEK CHANNEL 25 * WMBD CHANNEL 31

FIELD TRIPS

A study trip can be a stimulating experience or a shattering one-depending upon the children's discipline upon the children's discipline. It can enrich classroom learning or destroy classroom learning or destroy classroom control. The countdown begins in advance.

In order to participate in a planned field trip, the child must have all work turned in and completed satisfactorily at all times. A child's behavior, conduct and attitude must be in keeping with school expectations, because each child represents his/her home, school, and self.

If the child cannot reflect satisfactory conduct, behavior, and attitude in his/her home, school, and community, it is assumed that the child will not be able to do so in any other situation.

GENERAL BEHAVIOR / EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL STUDENTS

It is important that your child be acquainted with and follow these rules so that he/she will gain the most benefit of his/her school experiences. All rules stated are the result of our concern for a positive and proper learning atmosphere as well as individual student safety. It would be very helpful to us if you could reinforce your child's understanding of the need to follow rules to protect his/her own interests when a large number of children are learning, playing and eating together. All students are expected to:

1. Show mannerly respect for all classmates and adults in and around the school premises.

2. Obey specific rules as made by his/her various teachers concerning work habits, talking and leaving his/her seat. These rules will vary according to the nature and kind of activity in which students are engaged.

3. Walk in the building at all times.

4. Remove hats upon entering the building.

5. Refrain from physically abusing another student.

6. Avoid bothering another student's property.

7. Refrain from "name calling", teasing and the use of unacceptable language.

8. Refrain from chewing gum or eating candy without teacher approval.

HEAD LICE

District 102 has a policy that no student will be permitted in school with lice or nits. The district routinely checks heads throughout the school year. You, as a parent, can help keep this from spreading. Please check your child's hair regularly for the presence of the lice or the or the nits (eggs). School personnel will not remove lice or nits.

Remind your child/ren on a regular basis that they should not share hats, combs etc with other children. Head lice is an easily spread condition that can affect ANYONE.

HOMEWORK

Adequate time is usually provided for students to complete assignments during the school day. From time to time it may be necessary for students to complete these assignments at home.

If a student is absent he/she may be expected to take homework that has been missed. Adequate time will be given to the student to make up that work.

From time to time special assignments or projects will be assigned to students. These special projects may require outside work.

In addition to work mentioned above, teachers may give students homework that is to be completed at home to reinforce skills already mastered, to give additional practice in all subject areas, to study for a test, or to promote responsibility on the part of the students.

Please check with your child each night to make sure any assigned work has been completed and is correct. Give your child all the assistance needed, but do not do the work for him/her. Each year students are expected to learn more and more in school. We need your support if your child is to successfully complete his/her educational experience.

IN-SCHOOL HEALTH CENTER

Each student who has a completed health history and a consent form signed by a parent or guardian is able to receive the services of the In-School Health Center. Students are required to re-enroll each year so that health history, insurance carriers, and other vital health information can be updated.

LEAVING SCHOOL EARLY

Students are not to leave school without permission from the office.

If a student must leave school early, please send a note to his/her teacher. Indicate the time the student is to leave, the reason, and who will be taking the child from school premises.
The student and the person picking him/her up should report to the office before leaving, at which time the student will sign out. Should the student return to school that same day, they are to report to the office upon their return to sign in.

LIBRARY

Every elementary student has a library period each week and students are encouraged to check out books of their choice. Teachers provide class instruction on the use of the library. We would appreciate parent help in seeing that books are returned on time. any books that are damaged or lost must be paid for by the student involved.

LOSS OR DAMAGE TO SCHOOL PROPERTY

It is the policy of the district to provide books and equipment for the students on a rental basis. Any loss or damage by the student to school property including textbooks, materials or equipment will result in a charge to the student. This charge is set at replacement cost. Report cards will be held at the end of the school year until all fines are paid.

LOST AND FOUND

Each school has a designated area for lost and found articles. Your child should become familiar with that area's location and check it for lost items. Student possessions which have been properly marked with their names are more easily returned. Please help us by making your child aware of his own belongings and labeling his jackets, lunch boxes, gym shoes, gloves, hats, etc.

LUNCH / BREAKFAST MONEY

You are encouraged to pay for lunches weekly or monthly. The cost for lunch is $1.25 per day or $6.25 per week. The cost for breakfast is 80 cents, 40 cents for reduced, and free for students who qualify for free lunch. Please put the money in an envelope with your child's name, amount of money, and teacher's name on the outside. Breakfast and Lunch money should be separate.

For those students who bring their lunch from home, cartons of milk are available at $.25 per carton.

A free/reduced cost lunch form is available from the school office for those parents who are financially unable to pay for student lunches.

No more than a maximum of $5.00 in charges per child or $10.00 per household will be allowed for lunches. No more than $2.00 in charges per child will be allowed for breakfast.

LUNCH ROOM

All students are expected to:

1. Use good manners while eating.
2. Keep their conversation limited to those seated at their own table and at a normal conversational level.
3. Remain seated until dismissal unless otherwise instructed.
4. Become quiet at dismissal time so they may leave the cafeteria in a safe and orderly fashion.
5. Be responsible for clearing their own eating area.
6. Refrain from taking food or school food containers from the lunchroom.
7. Bring no glass, no soda.

MEDICATION

Medication should be administered to school children at home. In exceptional circumstances, medication may be administered by school personnel under appropriate procedures developed by the administration and supervised by the principal.

1. Parents/guardians must request in writing that a principal designated school employee be able to administer medication to their child. After the initial request a district form will be provided for parent signature in order for staff to continue to administer the medication. Medication form is attached to the handbook.

2. Medications must be sent to school in a container (your pharmacy will supply a bottle for school at your request) with a label that includes the following:

Name and telephone number of the pharmacy
Student's name
Name of the Physician
Name of the drug
Dosage to be administered at school
Time medication is to be administered

3. Aspirin, Tylenol, and other over-the-counter medications should be sent to school in its original container shall also be administered pursuant to items #1 and #2 above as appropriate.

4. At the end of the school year, parents should pick up unused medications in the office or any unused medication will be destroyed after two (2) weeks.

OUT OF SCHOOL SUSPENSION (OSS) AND IN SCHOOL SUSPENSION (ISS)

Out of School Suspension (OSS) and In School Suspension (ISS) are two discipline methods that may be used to motivate students to act in a manner appropriate for the school setting.

In school suspension will be used when it is deemed necessary, by the principal, to remove a student from the classroom setting. This type of discipline will be used primarily with fourth and fifth grade students. ISS will be used when students are constantly disrupting class, disrespectful toward staff member, constantly tardy, or for fights.

An out of school suspension may be given when a student violates Board Policy 4306. This policy states that pupils may be suspended if they are found "guilty of gross disobedience or misconduct". Students receiving ISS or OSS cannot participate in any after school or evening school sponsored activities on the day(s) that ISS or OSS is assigned and the day(s) it is served.

For special education students, discipline policies will be consistent with federal and state special education laws and regulations.

PARENT VOLUNTEERS

We appreciate having parents involved in their child's school, both as interested mothers and fathers and as volunteers giving service. The opportunity for service is varied. We have clerical helpers, room mothers, cookie bakers, and helpers for one-time activities such as kindergarten screening, picture taking, etc. If you are interested in becoming a parent volunteer, please contact your principal.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Physical Education is required of all children unless excused by a doctor. When it is necessary for your child to be excused from P.E. class or supervised play activities, a note from you is required. Extended excuses of more than three days, will require a doctors' request.

PLAY IT SAFE

Children are not to leave school without permission from the office.

If a parent cannot come for a child, the parent should call the office, indicate name and description of the individual to take their child from the school premises. Then, that person is to check at the office and the child will meet and leave with the individual upon both parties' recognition.

Caution your child not to accept rides or bribes from strangers. They should use planned instruction for arriving at or departing from the school.

PLAYGROUND

Unnecessarily dangerous or rough play is not acceptable at any time in the play area.
All students are expected to:

1. Go outside unless:

a. They have an excuse in writing
b. They have work to finish or make up
c. Inclement weather makes outside play undesirable. Outside temperature must be over 20 degrees with no wind chill.

2. Remain on the playground and within the assigned play area.

3. Use all playground equipment in a safe manner.

4. Stop play and loud talking immediately and walk to line-up when the signal is given to leave the play area.

5. Avoid throwing foreign objects or materials such as rocks, sticks, dirt, snowballs, etc.

6. Obey teacher supervising playground activities.

7. Remember the Hands Off Policy.

PUPIL PROGRESS REPORTS

In addition to quarterly report cards, teachers will send a progress report home with students at the midpoint of each grading period if that pupil is not achieving at the level he/she is capable of achieving. This does not necessarily mean the student is getting a failing grade, it only means the student is not working up to his/her capabilities.

REPORT CARDS

Report cards will be given following each quarter (see School Calendar) for students in grades K-5. Grading Scale
A ­ 93-100%
B ­ 86- 92%
C ­ 78- 85%
D ­ 70- 77%
F ­ 0 - 69%
In addition to the written report, a day is set aside at the end of the first quarter for parent-teacher conferences. Special conferences may be requested by the teacher or parent at anytime during the school year.

ROGERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ­ ACADEMIC EXPECTATIONS

In accordance with state law, there will be no social promotion of students. The following academic guidelines have been set for all Rogers Elementary students during the school year. Retention will occur if these guidelines are not met.

AUTOMATIC RETENTION

Fourth grade students must be receiving cumulative passing grades (70% or better) in five out of the six core areas. These areas include Reading, Spelling, Language, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies.

Fifth grade students must be receiving cumulative passing grades (70% or better) in five out of the six core areas. These areas include Reading, Spelling, Language, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies.

RECOMMENDED RETENTION

A student may not be failing by the above criteria, but may not have mastered essential skills that will enable him/her to be successful at the next grade level. Retention may still be in the child's best interest. This type of retention allows the student to mature and gives him/her an additional opportunity to master the skills that have been established for that grade level.

REMEDIATION

The teacher and administration will determine a plan of assistance for all students who need remediation. This assistance may include tutoring, additional instruction time, modification of materials, modification of assignments, and/or retention.

SPECIAL EDUCATION/504 STUDENTS

Students who are receiving special education/504 services will be promoted providing they have met the goals on their IEP.

TRANSFER STUDENTS

Students who transfer to Rogers before the beginning of the second semester will be assessed only using the grades from our district. Students transferring after the second semester begins will have their grades from the previous school averaged with our district's grades to determine promotion/retention. Students transferring during the last quarter may be promoted/retained according to the previous school district's academic standards.

ROGERS SCHOOL QUARTERLY AWARDS

At the end of each quarter, students are awarded certificates for each of the following:

HONOR ROLL ­ To be eligible for Honor Roll a student must receive nothing less than a B- or S-. This includes Music, PE, and Handwriting.

PERFECT ATTENDANCE ­ No absences or tardies.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION ­ Students are chosen by their teacher to receive this award for special effort that they may have shown during the nine weeks.

ASSIGNMENT NOTEBOOK ­ Students who bring their assignment books with their parents' signature each and every day receive this award.

B.U.G. HONOR ROLL (Brought Up Grades) ­ This award is given to students who brought up a grade in any subject and no grades have fallen. Also, students maintaining a straight A average will receive this award.

SAFETY PATROL

Children and adults are to cross at intersections or crosswalks designated for their crossing from one side of a street to the other. Cross where the crossing guards are.

Caution your child to obey the patrol provided for their safety. They, too, can help by looking both directions for oncoming traffic to enable good judgment for crossing a highway.

When children's parents are waiting across from the school, children should only cross to the other side of the road by using the marked crosswalks. Drivers do not always see children darting between cars to cross to the other side of a road.

SCHOOL BUS RIDERS

The following instructions to school bus riders represent recommendations of the Illinois State Board of Education and are those student rules which govern the School District #102 transportation system. All children and parents should review these rules and be aware that all bus riders, while on the bus, are these rules and be aware that all bus riders, while on the bus, are under the jurisdiction of the SCHOOL BUS DRIVER. Your help and cooperation will make it possible to provide the safest bus service for any activity students participate which requires busing. Bus privileges may be suspended for failure to comply with guidelines listed below.

1. Be on TIME at the designated school bus stop. It is necessary that students arrive at bus stops at least 10 minutes early the 1st 2 weeks of school. The bus will not wait for students who are not at the stop nor will the bus stop if no one is at the bus stop. Help keep the bus on schedule.
2. Stay well off the roadway at all times while awaiting the arrival of the busno fighting or running after another student while waiting.
3. Be careful in approaching the place where the bus will stop. DO NOT MOVE TOWARD THE BUS until the bus has been brought to a complete stop. When entering the bus, use the handrail and move quickly to your seat.
4. Do not leave your seat, stand up or kneel in your seat while the bus is in motion.
5. Be alert to a danger signal from the driver. He/she is in complete command on the bus.
6. Remain in the bus in the event of a road emergency until instruction are given by the driver.
7. Keep your hands and arms inside the bus at all times after entering and until leaving the bus. Never throw things out the windows of the bus. Students should not lower or raise the windows.
8. Remember that loud talking, laughing, or unnecessary confusion diverts the bus driver's attention and could result in accidents. No profanity should be used by students or driver.
9. Be absolutely QUIET when approaching and crossing a RAILROAD CROSSING STOP.
10. Treat bus equipment as you would your own valuable furniture in your home. Never tamper with the bus or any of its safety equipment.
11. Assist in keeping the bus safe and sanitary at all times. No eating or drinking is allowed on the bus.
12. Carry no animals or pet on the bus.
13. Keep books, packages, band instruments, athletic equipment, project materials and all other objects out of the aisles.
14. Be courteous to fellow students and especially to the bus driver.
15. Help look after the safety and comfort of smaller children.
16. Do not ask the driver to stop at places other than the regular bus stop; he/she is not permitted to do this except by proper authorization from a school official.
17. Observe safety precautions at all discharge points. Where it is necessary to cross a two-lane highway in front of the bus, proceed to a point at least 0 feet in front of the bus on the right shoulder of the highway where traffic may be observed in both directions. Then wait for a signal from the bus driver permitting you to cross safely. Never run behind the bus.
18. The same rules and regulations for safe riding practices should be observed on co-curricular and extra-curricular activities sponsored by the school.
19. Never stop in front of or behind a school bus loading or unloading.
20. Never crawl around or under a school bus to gather lost papers or books. Tell the driver and he/she will help you.
21. Wear LIGHT COLORED clothing during winter months so you can be clearly VISIBLE to the bus driver and others on dark mornings.
22. No smoking is allowed on the bus by driver or student rider.
23. Bus riders can not change buses without confirmation from the superintendent.
24. Bus riders may not change their stops without confirmation from the superintendent.
25. Only students who qualify may ride the bus.

SPECIAL SERVICES

In addition to our regular educational program, the district makes additional help available to students who are having learning problems and are eligible. These services range from Title I Reading services to Special Education services and are provided at no cost to the parents in accordance with state and federal law. District #102 also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. If you have any questions concerning these special programs contact your child's building principal.

Also, North Pekin ­ Marquette Heights School District #102 offers a gifted education program for students. Students are placed in the program based on achievement and teacher nomination.

Should you feel your child qualifies for either of these programs, please contact his/her teacher for a conference.

STUDENT ATTIRE

We encourage students to be neat, clean and to wear clothes which will not draw undue attention to themselves. Clothing that draw comments from peers, often brings unhappiness to the wearer. If the student's attire is thought to be disruptive, the principal will remove the student from the area until a change can be made. Clothing made of "spandex" or "spandex" like materials is discouraged.

Students are expected to dress appropriately for school. It is important that the clothes children wear are not disruptive to the education of the children and that they do not present any danger to the children. Children are naturally beautiful. Therefore, the wearing of make-up is discouraged unless it is necessary for a teacher initiated project.

As we move into colder temperatures, it is suggested that heavier clothing be worn because most recess breaks are held outside. As a general rule, the decision to remain indoors during cold weather will be based on the temperature and the wind chill of 20 degrees. Our schools conform to the national policy to keep thermostats set a little lower for fuel economy.

As we move into warmer temperatures, light attire should be worn, some types of clothing are inappropriate for school. Among these are halters, midriff tops, short shorts, "muscle shirts", shirts with inappropriate printing or pictures and athletic shoes with cleats or spikes. No shorts after first quarter or before fourth quarter.

We ask you to exercise good judgment in the kinds of clothing you allow your child to wear to school.

STUDENT RECORDS

The law guarantees parents and students certain rights regarding students permanent and temporary files. Parents may review their child's files if they are so inclined. When a parent feels that this is necessary, an appointment must be made with the building principal to review the file. Copies of information will be made according to the provisions in the Freedom of Information Act.

TEXTBOOK RENTAL FEE

Each year a book rental fee is assessed. If these fees are paid prior to September 15, a $5.00 credit will be given. Should a family be financially unable to pay the textbook rental fee, a textbook waiver from may be requested from the school office. This must be done within a month of enrollment.

TOPICS OF A CONTROVERSIAL NATURE

It is district policy that parents be notified in advance if topics of a controversial nature will be discussed in class.

TORNADO ALERT

At any time that we are under a tornado warning the students will be in their assigned emergency areas and will be held there until the all-clear is issued-even if it is time to dismiss. If you are waiting for your child, you will be welcome to join them inside in the safest place we can provide. We ask parents to assist school personnel in the following ways:

1. If you come to school to remove your child, report immediately to the office and sign your child out. This is done to keep an accurate account of the childrens' whereabouts.
2. If you come to school to be with your child, please report to the office to check in. This is done to have an accurate account of the adults in the building.
3. Only call the school if it is an emergency. Phone lines need to be kept open in order to keep contact with various agencies.
4. During the time of an alert, we will not let your child go with anyone that is not on their emergency data sheet. Please keep the office informed at all times regarding changes in babysitters, emergency numbers, or work numbers.
5. All children will be kept at school even after school hours if an all clear has not been issued. Parents need to come into the school to get the children in these cases.

TRAFFIC PATTERNS

No parking is allowed:
1. In bus loading zones on school days, when school is in session.
2. On or across a crosswalk.
3. Within 20 feet of a crosswalk or intersection.

No parking or driving is allowed on the school grounds, except as marked/posted or directed.

Students must obey the school safety patrol.

Adult crossing guards are vested with police powers for the purpose of controlling traffic/safety on and around the school grounds. All pedestrians and drivers are required to obey them.

Bicycles will be walked across the street(s).

Running across the street is not allowed.

Everyone will cross at the crosswalks.

The school speed limit of 20 mph will be strictly enforced around the schools, on school days whenever children are present.

Drivers are not allowed to drop off students "at the door", as these are bus loading zones. They must be discharged at the corner or from a legal parking space.

Rogers students: If he/she is a car rider, please do not drop them off behind Georgetowne Middle School and have them cross the bridge. This is a safety concern as the Georgetowne faculty arrive in the morning. Instead, drop off or pick up your student on Rogers Road.

USE OF SCHOOL TELEPHONE

Students are discouraged from using the school telephone except in emergencies because it is considered a business phone and the lines should be kept open whenever possible. When necessary, we will deliver messages to your child if there is time to do so before dismissal.

VISITORS TO SCHOOL

The Board of Education encourages parents and interested adults to visit the classrooms at any time during the school year. However, to insure the safety of the students and staff, all visitors to school property are required, by law, to report to the school office of the principal, identifying themselves and their purpose. Please make arrangements 24 hours in advance regarding such classroom visits. You may visit one time per semester. Please enter the building through the front doors during the school day.