TABLE OF CONTENTS

Title Page……………………………………………1

School Calendar…………………………………….2

CCSD Mission & District Goals……………………2

CCSD Board of Education…………………………3

CCSD Administration………………………………3

TBA Mission/Vision Statement…………………….3

TBA Faculty & Staff……………………………….3

Bell Schedule………………………………………..3

Attendance Policy…………………………………..3

Student Discipline…………………………………..4

Student Consequences………………………………4

Dangerous Weapons at School……………………..4

Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drug Offenses………4

Violence…………………………………………….4

Special Education Student Discipline………………4

General Rules & Procedures……………………….5

Closed Campus Policy……………………………..5

Check-out Policy…………………………………...5

Tardy Policy………………………………………..5

Student Placement Policy………………………….5

Co-Curricular Participation Policy…………………5

Student Transportation Policy……………………..5

Disruptive Conduct & Items……………………….5

Nuisance Items……………………………………..5

Cafeteria Rules……………………………………..5

Insubordination…………………………………….5

Expulsion ………………………………………….5

Lockers……………………………………………..5

Hall Passes………………………………………….6

Dress Code…………………………………………6

Fire Drills…………………………………………..6

Medication………………………………………….6

Personal Valuables…………………………………6

General Information……………………………….6

Parent Involvement & Conferences………………..6

Cafeteria…………………………………………….6

Guidance Office…………………………………….6

Health Services…………………………………….6

Library……………………………………………..6

Student Council & Organizations………………….6

Homework & Make up Work………………………7

Lost & Found ……………………………………...7

Telephones…………………………………………7

Visitors…………………………………………….7

Sniffer Dog on Campus…………………………….7

Rights Concerning Student Records………………7

Rights Concerning Directory Information……….7

Student Rights & Responsibilities…………………7

Search & Seizure……………………………………7

Notification of Rights under FERPA……………..8

Non-Discrimination…………………………………8

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act………………8

SCHOOL CALENDAR 2003-04

August 7-8New Teacher Orientation

August 11-13Professional Days

August 14First Day of Classes

September 1Labor Day-No School

September 8Professional Day-No School

September 15High School P/T Conference

September 16Elementary P/T Conference

September 22Mid-School P/T Conference

October 20Professional Day-No School

November 10Veterans Day-No School

November 26-28Thanksgiving-No School

December 19High School Semester Ends

December 22-January 2Christmas Break

January 12Mid-School P/T Conference

January 19Martin Luther King Birthday

(No School)

January 26Elementary P/T Conference

February 9High School P/T Conference

February 16President’s Day-No School

February 23Professional Day-No School

March 11-12Snow Days

March 22-26Spring Break

April 9Good Friday-No School

May 27Last Day of School

(Early Release)

CENTRAL CONSOLIATED SCHOOL DISTRICT

MISSION STATEMENT 2003-04

Improvement is continuous, Excellence is expected, Lifelong learning is valued.

DISTRICT GOALS

GOAL 1: High Student Achievement – A 5% increase in the number of students who meet or exceed the state standards for growth on the scale score and the median percentile score.

Focus 1: Improve reading across the curriculum.

GOAL 2: Safe and Welcome Learning Environment

Focus 2: Encourage positive behavior.

Focus 3: Expect and support a welcoming learning environment.

Focus 4: Respect all individuals.

GOAL 3: Efficient and Effective Operations

Focus 5: Integrate technology to support District goals.

Focus 6: Manage the resources and facilities of the District to support District goals.

Focus 7: Ensure high performing workforce.

Focus 8: Integrate continuous improvement.

BOARD OF EDUCATION

Randy Manning President

Gary Ray Vice-President

Stanley KingSecretary

Bernadette TodacheeneMember

Glenn DuncanMember

ADMINISTRATION

Dr. Linda BesettSuperintendent

Jay Mortensen Assistant Superintendent

Dennis NicholsonAssistant Superintendent

TSEBIT’AI MIDDLE SCHOOL

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of Tse Bit’Ai Middle School is success for all by working together to increase achievement and strengthen character.

VISION STATEMENT

The vision of Tse Bit’Ai Middle School is to provide an environment that encourages an equitable opportunity for all students to acquire cross-culturally relevant conceptual and technological skills for lifelong learning and citizenship in local and global community settings.

FACULTY & STAFF

Harry “Sonny” FranklinPrincipal

Dr. Leo Johnson, Jr.Assistant Principal

Marcia MichaelisCounselor

Arlene NezCounselor

Val GarnerGuidance Secretary

Patricia ChaseAttendance Secretary

Regina BenallyFinancial Secretary

Charlie JonesReceptionist

Barbara WalkerNurse

Colette ArnoldReading

Joanna Lucas-KlepacReading

Theresa MeltonReading/English

Sara MillerReading/English

Samantha BowenReading /English

Eva BenallyEnglish

Edwin NewcomerEnglish

Steve SilverbergEnglish

Tasha BegayGeneral Math

Fabian TsosieGeneral Math

Tara KuehnPre-Algebra

Jerald BidtahPre-AlgebraAlgebra I

Yvette BustosScience

Amy JohnScience

VacantScience

Daniel SandrickScience

Patrick McGrathSocial Studies

Micheal NealSocial Studies

Harrison BenallySocial Studies

Keith SmithSocial Studies

Melodie HillSpecial Education

Nick BustosSpecial Education

Joetta LewisSpecial Education

VacantSpecial Education

VacantSpecial Educaiton

Shannon ShortyP.E.

Richard StudyP.E.

Lula BegayNavajo Language

Rebecca WerthHome Economics

Sandra JonesArts & Crafts

VacantBand

Travis ThomasIndustrial Arts/Tech Lab

Mark AllenChoir

Joe RhoadesComputers

Scott SchwartingIn-School Suspension

Sue GnasLibrary

Eva JoeParaprofessional

Louise JohnsonParaprofessional

Cecelia LeeParaprofessional

Joey FranklineParaprofessional

Mary TsosieParaprofessional

Thompson BruceCustodian

Charley JoeCustodian

Tony KinneyCustodian

BELL SCHEDULE

Breakfast Bell7:30 am

Class Preparation Bell7:50 am

1st Hour8:00 am – 8:48 am

2nd Hour8:52 am – 9:40 am

3rd Hour9:44 am – 10:32 am

4th Hour10:36 am – 11:24 am

5th Hour 11:28 am – 12:52 am

  • (A) Lunch11:28 am – 11:58 am
  • 5th Hour for (A) Lunch students 12:04 pm – 12:52 pm
  • 5th Hour for (B) Lunch students11:28 am – 12:19 pm
  • (B) Lunch12:19 pm – 12:49 pm

6th Hour12:56 pm – 1:44 pm

7th Hour 1:48 pm – 2:36 pm

8th Hour (Study Hall)2:40 pm – 3:15 pm

Three-Thirty Bell3:30 pm

(note: changes may be made by the administration)

ATTENDANCE POLICY

The purpose of the attendance policy is to place the responsibility of school attendance upon the student and parents/guardians. Students should attend school everyday and arrive at school before 8:00am. The tardy bell rings at 8:00am. Any student arriving later than 8:00 a.m. or was absent should report to the attendance secretary with a note signed by the parents/guardian stating the reason(s) for being tardy or absent. Excused absences will be determined based on CCSD policy. Students with an excused absence will be permitted to make up the work missed. For excessive absences, parents/guardians will be contacted in writing after the (3rd), (6th), and (10th) absences. Parents/guardians are required to send a written note to school for all absences. If a student was absent for more (10) days within a semester it may result in retention. Unexcused absences may be not appealed for reconsideration. The following will be considered excused absences: Illness, medical leave, AOSS, professional appointments, death in the immediate family, traditional ceremonies, pre-arranged absences, and school sponsored activities. Unexcused absences include but not limited to; suspension, truancy, ditching, unexcused trades, and no written note from parents explaining the absences. Students must be in attendance 78 days per semester. TseBit’Ai operates under the “CLOSED CAMPUS” policy. Students are not to leave campus before the regular dismissal time.

STUDENT DISCIPLINE

The student discipline guidelines are based on Board policy and will be administered by the administration of TseBit’ Ai Middle School. The administration reserves the right to evaluate each situation and access consequences accordingly. In most cases, parent/guardian will be notified of the infractions and consequences.

005.200 – STUDENT DISCIPLINE

005.200 - Student Consequences

005.201.1 - ISS (In School Suspension)

Student is placed in an alternative setting on campus and is not counted absent.

005.201.2 - OSS (Out of School Suspension)

Student is not permitted to attend school and is counted as an unexcused absent. While student is out of school, completion of class work is expected.

005.201.3 -AOSS (Alternate Out Of School

Suspension)

Student continues to attend school in an alternative setting at Shiprock High School ISS classroom and is not counted absent.

005.204 – Dangerous Weapons at School

For the purpose of this policy, a “weapon” shall mean any device instrument, material, or substance, animate or inanimate that is used for or is readily capable of, causing death or serious bodily injury. The term “weapon” shall also include, but not limited to the following; firearms (muffler, silencer), explosives, guns, starter guns, dangerous instruments, all knives, look-alike objects.

005.204.5 -Weapons Possession

Long-term suspension/professional counseling

005.204.6 - Weapon Use (includes look alike)

Long-term suspension/professional counseling

005.205 – Truancy (Ditching)

Truancy/ditching is classified as skipping school, unauthorized absence from class or school campus. Building administrators can evaluate the level of severity and set the appropriate consequences. Consequences may include; law enforcement and parents may be notified, ISS, OSS, AOSS, long-term suspension, and counseling.

005.206 - Property Offenses

Property offenses include theft, criminal damage, arson, graffiti, and vandalism of public and private property.

Law enforcement and parents may be notified depending on the severity of the offense. Monetary reimbursement may be required. Building administrators can evaluate the level of severity and set the appropriate consequences. Consequences may include; ISS, OSS, AOSS, long-term suspension, and counseling.

005.207 – Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Offenses

005.207.3 - Tobacco Possession or Use

Building administrators will evaluate the level of severity and set appropriate consequences. Consequences may include; notify parents, ISS, OSS, AOSS, long-term suspension, and counseling (First Offenders). Monetary reimbursement may be required.

005.207.4 - Possession or Use of Alcohol, Illegal

Drugs, or Abuse of Controlled or Other Dangerous

Substances by Student.

005.207.5: Possession with Intent to Sell or Distribute

Building administrators will evaluate the level of severity and set appropriate consequences.

1st offense – Consequences may include; notify parents, law enforcement may be notified, ISS, AOSS, OSS (1-9 days), counseling (First Offenders), Student Assistance Team (SAT) referral.

2nd offense - Consequences may include; notify parents, law enforcement may be notified, long-term suspension, and professional counseling.

005.208 – Violence

School violence will not be tolerated.

005.208.1 - Harassment/Intimidation (Assault)

005.208.2 - Fighting (Battery)

005.209.3 - Unprovoked attack (Battery)

Building administrators will evaluate the level of severity and set appropriate consequences. Consequences may include; law enforcement may be notified, notify parents, ISS, OSS, AOSS, long-term suspension, and counseling (Anger Mgmt, Mediation), behavioral contract, social service referral for uncooperative parents. Monetary reimbursement may be required.

005.201 Student Sexual Harassment

Student sexual harassment is define as an unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature. All sexual harassment infractions will be reported to the building administrator and consequences will adhered to in accordance with the CCSD and school discipline polices.

005.300 – Special Education Student Discipline

Special education student discipline will be carried out in compliance with NMAC 6.1.4 included in CCSD Board Policy Appendix 7.

GENERAL RULES AND PROCEDURES

Closed Campus Policy

Students are to remain on school campus during school hours. Closed campus policy shall be enforced at all times per CCSD Board policy.

Checkout Policy

Only the legal guardian on the registration card may check out student out of school. PARENT PLEASE NOTE THERE WILL BE NO CHECKOUT AFTER 2:30 PM. If parents/guardians refuse cooperation at any time, a referral to social services and/or suspension from school will be considered until the parents/guardians decide to cooperate. If no one is home, student will be transported to the parents/guardians place of work.

Tardy Policy

Building administrators will evaluate the level of severity and set appropriate consequences

Student Placement Policy

Students may be recommended for retention due to:

  • Failure of two (2) or more required classes.
  • Lack of readiness for the next grade level.
  • Attendance problems.
  • Students with attendance problems will be considered on the basis of their performance.
  • Teacher recommendations to the Principal will be considered as to placement of the students.
  • Students will not be retained in the same grade two (2) consecutive years.

Co-Curricular Participation Policy

Requirements to participate in extracurricular activities:

  • Students must meet all eligibility rules outlined by the New Mexico Activities Association.
  • All 7th grade students are eligible to participate.
  • Students must have a 2.0 grade point average and not more than one (1) Failing (F) grade in any subject.
  • “Extracurricular activities” is defined as school–sponsored activities and students will be given the opportunity to make up the class-work missed.
  • Coaches and sponsors are responsible for notifying all participants of the rules and regulations pertaining to extracurricular activities.
  • A student cannot practice or participate in any extracurricular activity while on OSS or AOSS. Administration, coaches and sponsors will determine consequences for students placed in ISS. Parents are contacted in all cases of OSS and AOSS. Parents will be invited to all conferences required in case of suspension.

Student Transportation Policy

Students without a proper license will not be permitted to drive a car or motorcycle on school property at any time. All students must register their driver’s license with the Principal if they drive a car or motorcycle to school. All driving violations will be reported to the police. All vehicles will remain parked from 8:00 am until end of school. Students riding bicycles to school will provided with an area to secure their bicycles. The school is not responsible for bicycles, motorcycles, or automobiles that are stolen or damaged. Skateboards or roller skates are not allowed at school. Students are to stay away from all vehicles on school property.

Disruptive Conduct and Items

The following students need to abide by while on school campus. Consequences will be determined by the building administrator.

  • Rubber bands and paper wads will not be tolerated.
  • Refusal to cooperate with school personnel. This is when students refuse to obey the lawful orders of school personnel.
  • Throwing snowballs anywhere on school campus is prohibited.
  • The faculty restrooms are off limits to all students.
  • Students shall have full respect for all staff members at all times. Being disrespectful, defiant, expressing profanity (verbal or written) and obscenity will not be tolerated.
  • Chewing gum during school is not allowed.

Nuisance Items

Items such as walkman radios, CD players, CDs, laser pointers, gameboys, cell phones, pagers and other similar items are considered nuisance items and distracts the educational process. They will be confiscated. Parents can have them returned by coming in to get them. Students can also pick them up on the last day of school.

Cafeteria Rules

Students should conduct themselves as ladies and gentlemen. Form a quiet orderly line. Students cannot save places in line for their friends. After eating, students should clean the area around them then take their trays to the designated areas for proper disposal. When students are leaving the cafeteria after lunch they should exit through the doors designated by the staff on duty in the cafeteria. During bad weather, students will remain inside the cafeteria. No food allowed on the bleachers. Running and horseplay will not be tolerated. No food is to be taken from the cafeteria.

Insubordination

Building administrators will evaluate the level of severity and set appropriate consequences.

Expulsion

A student may be expelled from school for a serious offense. Expulsions will be executed by the board of Education.

Lockers

Lockers will be provided for each student. Only combination locks will be allowed. Students will be asked to leave book bags and large winter coats in their lockers after they come to school. They will be allowed to go their lockers in the morning, at lunch, and after school.

The following locker rules will apply:

  • No sharing of lockers.
  • Locker numbers and combinations must be submitted to the office.
  • Lockers are to be kept clean at all times.
  • Lockers may be searched by the administration when deemed necessary.
  • Students may go to their lockers before school, after lunch, and after school.
  • If a student must go to their locker during class, a pass from their teacher is required.

Hall Passes

Any student out of class MUST have a hall pass from their teacher or the office.

005.203 Student Dress Code

A dress code is established to promote discipline, respect, and responsibility among all students and to maintain an appropriate school environment conducive to learning and free of unnecessary distractions and distractions and disruptive influences. While on campus, or at any school-sponsored event, students and guests will not be allowed to wear clothing, tattoos, or accessories which advertise, display, or promote any drug (including alcohol and tobacco), sexual innuendo, violence, weaponry, satanic symbols, profanity, hate, or bigotry towards any group or is offensive, disrespectful to other individuals. The responsibility for the proper attire of all students rests with the parent. Dress code enforcement rests with the classroom teachers, administrators and other staff on each campus. The building administrator may make reasonable exceptions to accommodate special events days that involve dress. Any type of hats shall not be worn in the building.

Fire Drills

Directions regarding fire drills are posted in all classrooms. Exits to be used by each classroom are posted. Students should quickly and quietly exit the building. Pushing, shoving, or running will not be tolerated.

Medication

It is against Board policy for medication to be given to students by anyone other than the school nurse.

Personal Valuables

Students should refrain from bringing large sums of money or other valuables to school. It is recommended that students turn monies or valuables into the office, if brought to school, it will remain in the office until needed by student.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Parent Involvement and Conferences

Parents/guardians are encouraged to be part of their child’s education by participating in school activities and attending all parent conferences. Supporting your children’s education is key to great success.

Cafeteria

The cafeteria serves well-balanced meals for students. If students do not desire to eat in the cafeteria, they may bring their own lunch; however, all meals are to be eaten in the cafeteria. Students’ behavior in the cafeteria should be courtesy and maintain cleanliness.

Guidance Office

The guidance office at Tse Bit’ Ai Middle School is a service to assist all students in seeking maximum use of their abilities, for their own good and for that of society. The emphasis of this service is on early identification of the pupil’s intellectual, emotional, social, and physical characteristics, development of talent, referral to learning difficulties. If any, and early use of available resources to meet the pupil’s needs.

Health Services

Tse Bit’ Ai Middle School has a school nurse available to administer immunizations and perform other health services as required or needed. The nurse is not responsible for giving physicals. Students who are sick cannot come to school and expect the school nurse to care for them. Sick students will be sent home. The school nurse will handle emergency cases, such as injuries that occur at school.