|
|
|||
|
|
|||
|
Principal: Joan C. Islas, Ed.D. |
|||
|
Telephone: 753-6313, 753-8894 |
|||
|
HAES
Internet: http://www.humphreys-es.pac.dodea.edu
Korea
District Website: www.korea.pac.dodea.edu Pacific
Area Website: www.pac.dodea.edu
DoDEA
Website: www.dodea.edu |
|
2008-2009 SCHOOL CALENDAR |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
FIRST
SEMESTER
SECOND
SEMESTER
|
Chain of Command
Dr. Joan Islas
Principal,
Telephone:
753-6313/8894
Mr. Sam Menneti
Telephone:
738-5922
Dr. Nancy Bresell
DoDDS
Pacific/DDESS Guam, Area Director,
Dr. Joseph Tafoya
Department
of Defense Education Activity, Director
HAS Administrative
Information
School
Office: 753-6313
Registrar:
753-8894
School Nurse:
753-6472
Bus Office: 753-3941
|
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE EDUCATIONAL
ACTIVITY |
|
VISION
STATEMENT
Communities
investing in success for ALL students! The
Department of Defense Education Activity provides, in military communities
worldwide, exemplary educational programs that inspire and prepare all
students for success in a global environment. GUIDING
PRINCIPLES
CSP GOALS GOAL 1: Highest Student Achievement GOAL 2: Performance-Driven, Efficient
Management Systems GOAL 3: Motivated, High Performing,
Diverse Workforce GOAL 4: Network of Partnerships Promoting
Achievement |
|
|
|
SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT GOALS Goal One: All students will increase reading comprehension
in the curricular areas. ESSENCE: All students will expand
knowledge, make connections and determine important information when reading
non-fiction text. Goal Two: All students will improve their knowledge and
skills in mathematics and will apply these skills in all content areas. ESSENCE: Students will use reasoning to
articulate and prove mathematical concepts. |
|
ACCREDITATION AND STAFFING |
|
The teaching staff of HAS
is cosmopolitan, having been carefully selected from many qualified
applicants drawn from all sections of the |
|
Accident
and Illness |
|
Every accident in the
school building and on school grounds must be reported immediately to the
person in charge, administration, and to the school nurse. Illness must
be reported to the school nurse. If it is necessary for the student to
go home or be referred to a medical facility, the school nurse will contact
one of the parents/guardians, or the person listed as the emergency
contact. In the event of serious illness or injury requiring immediate
medical attention the parents/guardians will be notified and an ambulance
will be called. Please be sure to keep all emergency contact information
updated. |
|
Appointments |
|
Parents are encouraged to make
appointments with teachers, the counselor, and administration (in that order)
for discussion of personal and academic problems as they arise.
Appointments may be made by contacting the main office (753-6313), or by a
written note and arranging for the teacher to return your call.
Appointments with the principal may be made through the school secretary.
Please coordinate with the teacher do not expect to conference with a teacher
during class time without prior coordination with the teacher. |
|
Attendance |
|
It is the policy of the Department of
Defense (DoD) that, while overseas, minor DoD dependent students may be enrolled
in DoD dependent school subject to applicable regulation. Minor
dependents eligible for schooling are those who will reach their 5th, but not
21st birthday by 31 October of the current year. Children, who will reach
their fifth birthday on or before 31 October, may be enrolled in
Kindergarten. Children, who are six years old on or before 31 October, may be
enrolled in first grade. Parents are encouraged to ensure that their children
attend classes daily unless the absence is absolutely necessary. Do your
best to ensure that you contact the school at 753-6313 to inform the school
of your child’s absence and reason.
When the teacher is made aware of the student’s absence it helps
them anticipate the child’s need.
Upon returning to school, a note stating the reason for the absence
must be given to the teacher. Students should not arrive on the school
grounds more than five (5) minutes before the start of school. Students
arriving to school after 8:06 are considered tardy and must be signed in at
the front office of their campus by a parent/guardian. |
|
Behavior |
|
The expectation for all students of |
|
Behavior
on the Playground |
|
Many students share the playground.
All students have the responsibility to display good manners. The
following rules must be observed for all to have a safe and happy time:
|
|
Bicycles/Skate
boards/Rollerblades/Scooters |
|
Students are not to ride bicycles to
school. There is no area near the
school site to secure them. Also, skateboards, scooters, rollerblades and
skate shoes, such as Heelies, are not permitted at school. This policy is for
the safety of your children. |
|
Bus Discipline |
|
Osan Student Transportation Office (STO)
is responsible for the discipline of students transported on school
buses. The STO is notified in writing by the Security Attendant of incidents
occurring on the bus and filed in the student’s folder in the
office. At a minimum, parents or guardians will be notified by the STO
when student behavior is in question. In most cases, the first offence
will be a documented warning. However, depending on the severity of the
incident or number of offences, the STO may suspend student riding
privileges. Infractions on the school bus can result in suspension from
5 days to the remainder of the school year. All infractions are
cumulative and evaluated on a case-by-case basis. A series of minor
infractions may result in serious consequences. It is important for students to listen and
respect the Security Attendant and Bus Driver. The following is a
partial list covering school bus infractions:
Prohibited behavior
includes tampering with controls of bus, interfering with bus driver, and
loaning bus pass to another student. |
|
Bus
Passes |
|
|
Bus Problems |
|
Mr. Donald Brown is the Student
Transportation Officer for both USAG |
|
Bus
Transportation |
|
Parents/guardians are responsible for the
conduct of their children on the buses and at the bus stops. Security
Attendants (SA) ride each bus on a daily basis. The Student
Transportation Office (STO) is responsible for handling bus discipline
problems. Parents/Guardians must accompany students in 2nd grade and below
to the bus stop and meet the bus at the end of the day. Students not
met will be taken to The following rules should be observed:
NOTE: PSCD and Sure Start students are
placed in car seats |
|
Cell Phones |
|
Students are strongly discouraged from
bringing cell phones to school. Each classroom has a phone and there is
one in the office for students to use. If it is necessary for your student to
have a cell phone at school, the student must keep it in their back pack (if
not assigned a locker) and turned off during the school day. If the student
has an assigned locker the cell phone needs to remain in the locker and
turned off during the school day. If a cell phone is found in a
student’s possession during the school day it will be confiscated and
the parent will need to come to the office to pick it up. |
|
Chain of Command |
|
Parents who have a question, a complaint,
or a concern should attempt to resolve it at the most appropriate and
immediate level. Typical classroom matters, should be resolved
following the procedures below: 1. The parent discusses the matter with
the teacher concerned. 2. The parent and teacher meet with the
counselor, or principal as appropriate.
Dr. Joan C. Islas,
Principal
753-6313 3. Matters, which cannot be resolved at
the school level, are referred to the District Superintendent of DoDDS schools
in Mr. Peter
Grenier, Assistant Superintendent
738-5197 The suggested procedures follow the line
of authority from teacher to the principal and then, if desired, to the
District Superintendent. All efforts are made to focus on resolution at
the lowest and most immediate level. Parents are encouraged to seek
immediate resolution of any problem or concern. Prompt action can
frequently prevent complications and more serious problems to occur. |
|
Change of Address and Phone
Number |
|
Sponsors are requested to notify the school office regarding changes of
the following: 1. Official Address
5. Sponsor’s Rank |
|
Child Find |
|
DoD Instruction 1342.12, Subject:
Education of Handicapped Children in the DoD Dependents Schools, established
policies and procedures for providing a free and appropriate public education
to handicapped children receiving or entitled to receive educational
instruction from DoDDS. Child Find is DoDDS’ effort to
locate persons ages birth through twenty-one, who are entitled to DoDDS
schooling who have handicapping conditions and need individual and
appropriate special education. Once they have been identified, the
information can be used to meet their special education needs and to
determine priorities for services. If you feel your child may qualify
for a special education program, or if you know of a student who may qualify
but has not yet been identified, contact the Case Study Committee Chairperson
at the school or see the school principal. |
|
Classroom Visits |
|
Parents may make appointments to visit
classes. Please make arrangements with the teacher in advance to find
out the best time to visit. You must sign-in at the main office and obtain a
visitor’s badge before proceeding to the classroom. Please do not
expect to meet with your child’s teacher during instruction time
without making prior arrangements with the classroom teacher. |
|
Closed Campus |
|
All
|
|
Computer
Literacy |
|
The FBI Internet Safety Tips
|
|
Conferences |
|
Either parents or teachers can request
parent-teacher conferences. Teachers conduct conferences at the end of
the first and third quarters. These conferences are designed to inform
parents of progress of the student and/or potential problems. Parents
are encouraged to maintain contact with the child’s teacher throughout
the school year. |
|
Course
Selection – 6th-8th Grade |
|
Counselors assist students in developing the programs which will
best suit students’ individual needs.
Students should be aware that once they are enrolled in a course, that
course might only be dropped for valid reasons determined by and with the
recommendation of a staff member, the placement committee, a parent, or the
administration. Final approval rests with the
principal. |
|
Curriculum Standards |
|
The Department of Dependent Education
Activity (DoDEA) has developed rigorous and demanding curriculum standards.
Each DoDDS school adheres to this program. The curriculum standards specify
what students should know and be able to do. Standards are important because
they set high levels of learning and performance for all students. The
standards also serve as a basis for assessment across the curriculum. They
focus on what is important in each curriculum area. These curriculum
standards are aligned with national guidelines and with the best school system
throughout the |
|
Discipline
|
|
Suspensions from school normally do not exceed five (5) school
days and may be administered by the principal for student actions
inappropriate to the well being of the school society. Suspension of more
than ten (10) school days requires a formal hearing with the parents prior to
its implementation. If a student is suspended for a second or more
times, a letter will be sent to the sponsor’s commanding officer and
the school’s officer. Expulsion from school for a year is
authorized in extreme situations and can be taken by the Area Superintendent,
Instruction. Please read the section on Zero Tolerance Weapons
Policy below. |
|
Dress
Code |
|
Students are
expected to be neatly groomed and dressed appropriately for the day’s
activities, attire that distracts other students and/or
interrupts the learning process is inappropriate. Caps
and head coverings are not allowed in the classroom. Short
shorts, halter tops, bare midriffs, see-through shirts, spaghetti strap tops,
T-shirts designed as underclothing or with offensive or inappropriate
language or graphics to include anti-social messages, sagging pants, hats,
sunglasses, headbands, and clothing which is excessively torn, house shoes,
slippers, and flip flops are examples of inappropriate school attire. Closed toe
shoes are strongly recommended to prevent foot and ankle injuries.
Sandals, backless shoes, and flip-flops are not good protection or support
for students participating in playground activities and physical education
programs. Students may wear shorts that are not shorter than the tip of the
middle finger (shorts or skirts must not be higher than the tip of the longest
finger when hands are held at the side.)
Shoes with wheels such as Wheelies or Heelies can not be worn to
school, they are a tremendous safety hazard in schools. Students found
wearing these items will be asked to remove the wheels and leave them with
the teacher until the end of the day. Students
are not to wear headgear and sunglasses inside the school building. Failure
to adhere to this guidance may result in the item being confiscated. If this
rule is repeatedly abused, these items will be returned
only to a sponsor/parent. Jackets, headgear, and other items of clothing
which students may remove during the school day should be clearly marked with
the student’s name. Attire
summary: Shirts,
T-shirts and Tops- Students should
be able to hold their hands straight over their head and the tail of their
shirt should be below their waist so that no midriff or underwear is exposed. Pants,
Shorts and Skirts - All items
should fit at the student’s waistline. No under clothing of any kind
should be visible above the outside garment. Shorts and skirts must be longer
than fingertip of the student’s hands when held straight down at their
sides. |
|
Due
Process Rights For Parents of Special Education Students |
|
1) The right of access to all recorded
information about their child. 2) The right to refuse permission for a
formal assessment of their child with the understanding that the local school
may request a hearing to present its reasons to obtain approval to conduct
the assessment. 3) The right to be fully informed of the
results of a formal assessment and a description of how the findings of the
evaluation are to be used, by whom, and under what circumstances. 4) The right to request that the school
provide information about where an independent evaluation may be obtained. 5) The right to question proposed
modifications of the regular instructional program for their child. 6) The right to request a hearing if
dissatisfied with attempts by the school to resolve a difference of opinion
regarding the education of the children. 7) The right to a
translator in order to accomplish any of the above if the primary language is
not English. |
|
Early
Dismissal |
|
Early dismissal may occur because of
inclement weather, water main breaks, loss of utilities, or scheduled staff
development. Announcements of an early dismissal will be made through the
media: AFN TV and radio. Parents will be called at home and/or at their
place of duty. If parents cannot be contacted, the student will remain
at school until the parent can pick up the student. Parents can give
permission to a neighbor to meet the child at the bus stop.
Notification must be given by phone to the school to allow the student to be
met by someone other than the parent. You can call the school at 753-6313 for information about the
early closing. Staff development training can be either
one-day training or a half-day of training. Parents/guardians are notified in
the monthly newsletter and a special announcement is sent for your scheduling
purposes. The topic of the training will be given and all parents are
invited to attend the training along with the teachers. |
|
Eligibility
for Enrollment |
|
DoD instruction 1342.10 governs
eligibility for enrollment in the DoD Overseas Dependents Schools and DoDEA Regulation 1030.1 All command sponsored school age
dependents of military and civilian service personnel assigned to the area
and dependents of designated located category in Korea are eligible for space
required, tuition free enrollment. All other categories of sponsors are space
available. |
|
Emergency
Evacuation Procedures/NEO |
|
Each DoDDS Korea school is located within
the physical security envelope of a military installation. Thus, our schools
are considered low risk. The HAS administration works closely with the
Security Forces, Anti-terrorism/Force Protection officials and DoDDS Pacific
Safety/Security officers to ensure a safe learning environment for all students
and staff members. In the event that the NEO process is
activated, the students at HAS will remain with their teachers and
administrator until a parent or designated guardian picks them up. No student will be sent home, including walkers, without
their parent/guardian. The teachers and administrator will remain at HAS
until every student has been picked up. After picking up your child, proceed
directly to the appropriate base processing location. This information is supplied in the event
that USAG Humphreys emergency evacuation procedures are implemented during
the school day. Listen to AFN radio and TV for details. |
|
English
as A Second Language (ESL) |
|
Many students enrolled at |
|
Extra-Curricular
Activities |
|
Each year extra-curricular activities are
offered to students at HAS. Some activities will vary year to year depending
on staff personnel, these activities will be announced in October. The following are examples of and are not
limited to some of the activities that may be offered: National
Junior Honor Society Student
Council Yearbook Honor
Choir Homework
Club Photography
Club Game
Club Math
Club |
|
Family
Education Rights and Privacy Act |
|
This act was signed into law by the
president of the 1. Registration Form (DSPA form
2030.2 and SD Form 600) |
|
Fire Drills |
|
These drills are essential. They are
held weekly during the first month of school and once a month
thereafter. In the event of a fire drill, or other emergency evacuation
procedures, a loud, continuous alarm will be sounded. Students will follow
the evacuation route posted in the room and follow the teacher in an
expeditious and orderly manner. Students are not to return to their
rooms during or after an emergency evacuation procedure until given
permission by an appropriate authority. |
|
Gifted Education Program |
|
It is the policy of DoDEA to identify
giftedness among its students and to develop a plan for gifted education. A Gifted Review Committee is established
at the school to determine a student’s eligibility for gifted education
services. Optional ability testing may be used as one source of data for
identification, but are not required components in the identification
process. Other assessment data such as rating scales, anecdotal information,
observations, performance assessments coupled with information from parents
are essential elements as well. The Gifted Education teacher works with these
identified students using those programming options that meet the particular
student’s academic needs. Classroom teachers also use differentiating
instruction in addition to collaborating with the Gifted Education Teacher to
deepen and expand upon areas of study. Opportunities to address the social
and emotional needs of the gifted are provided in the course of working with
students on a regular basis. |
|
Guest Readers |
|
Many volunteers have come to the school to
read to students. The students look forward to having a Guest Reader
come to their classroom to read favorite books. Units have adopted the
school to provide a rotating group of guest readers and students in upper
grades will read to the younger students. Our Partnership In Education
Reading Program offers role models to help students to be more motivated in
recreational and informational reading. You are most welcome to be a
Guest Reader. Please contact the classroom teacher if you would like to
participate in this program. |
|
Health, Student and Staff |
|
Each spring The school nurse, with the assistance of medical personnel from the 168th |