Lake Superior School District Parent & Student Handbook 

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Section #1: INFORMATION

Mission Statement

LAKE SUPERIOR SCHOOL DISTRICT MISSION STATEMENT 

THE MISSION OF THE LAKE SUPERIOR SCHOOL DISTRICT IS TO PROVIDE FOR ALL STUDENTS AN EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT WHICH ENCOURAGES LIFELONG LEARNING, SELF-FULFILLMENT AND RESPONSIBLE CITIZENSHIP AT HOME AND WITHIN THE WORLD COMMUNITY. 

PHILOSOPHY OF THE LAKE SUPERIOR SCHOOL DISTRICT 

The purpose of the Lake Superior School District is to work with the community in developing in our children civic responsibility, vocational competence, cultural appreciation, moral sensitivity, and mental and physical health. It is with the education aspects of these goals that the schools must be primarily concerned. In addition, it is the desire of LSSD that each individual develops an enjoyment of learning which will lead him or her to continue his or her education throughout his or her life. People of all ages will be assisted in achieving their educational objectives. Each child will be treated as an individual, to be helped to achieve as much as he or she can with the abilities and interests he or she possesses. Working toward these goals we will cooperate with and seek the support of the entire community 

Policy Information 

Parents/guardians and students, as well as school administrators, may want to refer to the school district policies. All ISD381 policies can be accessed on the school district’s website and/or in the district office. 

District Contact Information

Two Harbors High School: 218-834-8201
Minnehaha Elementary: 218-834-8221
William Kelley Schools: 218-226-4437
District Office: 218-834-8201
THHS Transportation: 218-834-8201 ext. 8240
WKS Transportation: 218-226-4437 ext. 8104 

Arrival and Dismissal Hours 

All school buildings open the doors at 7:30 a.m. For school security purposes, doors will remain locked after 8:00 a.m. until the end of the school day. After 4:00 p.m., students remaining in the building must be in a supervised area or activity. 

Building Use

Students are requested to refrain from using the building before 7:30 a.m. and after 4:30 p.m. unless they are participating in a supervised activity. Non-bus students must not loiter unsupervised in the building at any time. Classrooms will be open at 7:30 a.m. Students are requested not to return to lockers from after school activities 

Building Use Forms
Any activity group that plans to use the building beyond the normal school hours for dances etc. must have a building use form completed 10 days prior to the event. These forms can be found online on the district’s website or picked up in the principal’s office and must be returned and cleared through the Community Education office. 

Calendar 

The school calendar is adopted annually by the school board. District calendar can be found on the school district’s website 

Class Assignments/Schedules 

Classroom assignments are within the school district’s discretion. Assignments and schedules will be posted prior to the start of the school year through student and parent portal. 

Complaints 

Students, parents/guardians, employees, or other persons may report concerns or complaints to the school district. Complaints may be either written or oral. People are encouraged, but not required, to file a written complaint at the building level where appropriate. The appropriate administrator will respond in writing to the complaining party regarding the school district’s response to the complaint. 

Dances 

Dances, whether held on school grounds or off school grounds, are school events and students are thus responsible to follow all normal school rules.
● No one 21 years of age or older will be allowed to attend a school dance as a guest.
● Students are required to purchase dance tickets prior to the school dance. If students do not purchase their tickets prior to the school dance they can purchase them at the door but only if they present a current school ID. Students may not be admitted without a picture ID.
● Students must arrive within 1 ½ hours of the beginning of the dance
● Students who leave may not return
● The dance area is the only place in the building where students should be
● Students should have transportation arranged to go home immediately after the dance ends
● If you want to bring a visitor from another school: A visitor form must be picked up in the office and given to the visitor, and the visitor must complete the form and have an administrator at their school sign that they are in good standing and return to or fax to THHS by 48 hours prior to the event
● Guests will be asked to show a picture I.D. cards to enter the dance
● Students may be denied the ability to buy a ticket for dances if they qualify as a “habitual truant.”
● PROM will have special rules for attendance 

Desks

 School desks are school district property. At no time does the school district relinquish its exclusive control of desks provided for students’ convenience. School officials may inspect the interior of desks for any reason at any time, without notice, without student consent, and without a search warrant. 

Eighteen-Year-Old Students

 The age of majority for most purposes in Minnesota is 18 years of age. All students, regardless of age, are governed by the rules for students provided in school district policy and this handbook. 

Equal Access to School Facilities

 The school district has created a limited open forum for secondary students to conduct non curriculum-related meetings during non instructional time. The school district will not discriminate against or deny equal access or a fair opportunity on the basis of the religious, political, philosophical, or other content of the speech at such meetings. These limited open forum meetings will be voluntary and student initiated; will not be sponsored by school employees or agents; employees or agents of the school will be present at religious meetings only in a non participatory capacity; the meetings will not interfere with the orderly conduct of educational activities within the school; and nonschool persons will not direct, control, or regularly attend activities of student groups. All meetings under this provision must follow the procedures established by the school district. 

Fees 

Materials that are part of the basic educational program are provided with state, federal, and local funds at no charge to a student. Students are expected to provide their own pencils, pens, paper, erasers, notebooks, and other personal items. Students may be required to pay certain other fees or deposits, including (not an inclusive list): 

● Admission fees or charges for extracurricular activities, where attendance is optional and where the admission fees or charges a student must pay to attend or participate in an extracurricular activity are the same for all students, regardless of whether the student is enrolled in a public or a home school. 

● Cost for materials for a class project that exceeds minimum requirements and is kept by the student. 

● Security deposits for the return of materials, supplies, or equipment. 

● Personal physical education and athletic equipment and apparel. 

● Items of personal use or products that a student has an option to purchase such as student publications, class rings, annuals, and graduation announcements. 

● Field trips considered supplementary to the district’s educational program. 

● Admission fees or costs to attend or participate in optional extracurricular activities and programs. 

● Voluntarily purchased student health and accident insurance. 

● Use of musical instruments owned or rented by the school district. 

● A school district-sponsored driver or motorcycle education training course. 

● Transportation to and from school for students living within two miles of school. 

● Transportation of students to and from optional extracurricular activities or post-secondary instruction conducted at locations other than school. Return to Table of Contents 6 Students will be charged for textbooks, workbooks, and library books that are lost or destroyed. The school district may waive a required fee or deposit if the student and parent/guardian are unable to pay. For more information, contact the school administrator. 

School textbooks, media resources, and other instructional materials are expensive. Children are expected to take care of the items issued to them. School personnel will assess the cost for material that either is not returned to school or has been damaged. You are responsible for paying this cost. 

FEES AND LUNCH ACCOUNTS Classroom and Activity Fees 

All school fees and fines are to be paid in the office. Students will be issued a receipt to give the instructor or coach for their records. Participation fees must be paid prior to the first practice or you won’t be eligible to play 

Food in the Classrooms

 Food and appropriate beverages are allowed in the cafeteria. It is up to each individual teacher’s classroom rules as to whether or not food or beverages may be consumed during class. Any food items brought in to be shared must be commercially prepared, not homemade. 

Fundraising 

All fundraising activities conducted by student groups and organizations and/or parent groups must be approved in advance by a building administrator. Participation in non approved fundraising activities is a violation of school district policy. Solicitations of students or employees by students for nonschool-related activities will not be allowed during the school day 

Gifts to Employees 

Employees are not allowed to solicit, accept, or receive a gift from a student, parent, or other individual or organization of greater than nominal value. Parents/guardians and students are encouraged to write letters and notes of appreciation or to give small tokens of gratitude. 

Graduation Ceremony 

Student participation in the graduation ceremony is a privilege, not a right. Students who have completed the requirements for graduation are allowed to participate in graduation exercises, unless participation is denied for appropriate reasons, which may include discipline. Graduation exercises are under the control and direction of the building principal(s). 

Holiday Celebrations and Parties 

Holiday celebrations and parties are optional. 

Interviews of Students by Outside Agencies 

Students may not be interviewed during the school day by persons other than a student’s parents/guardians or school district officials, employees, and/or agents, except as provided by law and/or school policy. 

Library and Media Center

 Students may use the library/media center during the school day and before and after school only when a supervisor is present. 

Lockers and Personal Possessions Within a Locker 

Under Minnesota law, school lockers are school district property. At no time does the school district relinquish its exclusive control of lockers provided for students’ convenience. School officials may inspect the interior of lockers for any reason at any time, without notice, without student consent, and without a search warrant. Students’ personal possessions within a school locker may be searched only when school officials have a reasonable suspicion that the search will uncover evidence of a violation of law or school rules. As soon as practicable after the search of a student’s personal possessions, the school officials will provide notice of the search to students whose lockers were searched, unless disclosure would impede an ongoing investigation by police or school officials. Reliable locks are strongly recommended for all lockers used by students. 

Lost and Found

The District is not responsible for any lost or stolen items. 

Elementary Students: We urge you to mark ALL clothing items with your child’s name. Permanent ink and/or tape securely sewn in place are the best methods. Tag gloves, mittens, hats, sweaters, boots, shoes, etc. Each year many such articles are left in our lost and found box and never claimed. We will hold these articles for a reasonable period of time and then dispose of them. We ask that when you visit the school, please take the time to examine our lost and found items on the table. 

Lunch and Breakfast Programs

National School Lunch Program
One breakfast and one lunch will be provided per student with no charge. Students will be charged for a second meal or ala carte items. 

The meal accounting system for Lake Superior School District is a prepaid system. All meals are paid by depositing money into the individual student account before meals are served. We consider a $5.00 balance a "low student balance." If the money remaining in the account falls below $5.00, the student will be reminded verbally on a daily basis. All students will be allowed to charge lunch meals regardless of a zero or negative balance but not allowed to make a la carte purchases. Any negative balances of $50.00 or more at the end of the school year will be subject to handling by a collection agency. 

You may monitor your child’s lunch account by using our Parent Portal System. Through the Parent Portal, you may view your child’s lunch account balance and purchases. Parent Portal is the same program used for viewing your child’s attendance, grades, etc. If you haven’t utilized the Parent Portal and would like to start, please contact the school. You may deposit money for your child’s food service account at any building’s main office. We do ask that you make it clear on the check which child’s account you want credited. 

Applications for free and reduced meals are available at your child’s school, Parent Portal or the District Office. All households are encouraged to apply. Applications are kept confidential and Return to Table of Contents 8 only the district office will have access to the information on your applications. Applications are for the current school year only; you must reapply each school year. 

If you would like to restrict the items that your child purchases to only the standard lunch options and limit the option to purchase ala carte or additional lunches, the system can accommodate this request. Please contact your school to place account limitations or address any questions or concerns you may have. 

Lunch is to be eaten in designated areas only. Lunch times vary by classroom. Students will be notified of their assigned lunch time on the first day of school. Lunch schedules may change at semester breaks for some students and will be noted on student schedules. Students may receive lunch at school or bring a prepared lunch from home. Milk will be available to supplement lunches brought from home. 

Students are not to leave school grounds during lunch or any other time during the school day without written permission from a parent and approval of the administration. Students are to eat lunch in the cafeteria. No students are allowed to be in the hallways during lunches. Students are to bus their own trays and garbage and are responsible for cleaning their lunch table and floor area. Students are not allowed to order food and have it delivered to the school during school operating hours.
Lunch times vary by class and are free to students

Breakfast Program 

The Lake Superior School District will participate in the School Breakfast Program. Breakfast will be offered from 7:30 to 7:50 a.m. in all schools and is free to all students. If, at a particular school, participation is fewer than 25 students, the breakfast program may be dropped at that school. A school breakfast is a fast, fun, and economical way for your child(ren) to obtain what is probably the most important meal of the day. We look forward to having your child(ren) join us. 

Messages to Students 

Parents/guardians needing to get a message to their student should call the main office of their student’s school and the message will be delivered. 

Nondiscrimination 

The school district is committed to inclusive education and providing an equal educational opportunity for all students. The school district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, parental status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, including gender identity and expression, or age in its programs and activities. The school board has designated Superintendent Jay Belcastro as the district’s human rights officer to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination. He may be reached at 1640 Highway 2, Two Harbors, MN 55616 or 218-834-8201 ext. 8213. 

Notice of Violent Behavior by Students 

The school district will give notice to teachers and other appropriate school district staff before students with a history of violent behavior are placed in their classrooms. Prior to giving this notice, district officials will inform the student’s parent or guardian that the notice will be given. The student’s parents/guardians have the right to review and challenge their child’s records, including the data documenting the history of violent behavior. 

Parent and Teacher Conferences

 Scheduled parent and teacher conferences will be held at a minimum twice a year. Parents/guardians may reach out to teachers for progress updates throughout the year. For more information, contact the building principal. 

Parent Volunteers

Parents/guardians are welcome in the schools and are encouraged to volunteer in their children’s classrooms. To volunteer in the school district, parents/guardians should contact the district office. To volunteer in the school building or classroom, parents/guardians should Return to Table of Contents 9 contact the building principal. Volunteers should sign in at the secured entrance before entering a classroom. 

Parent's Right To Know

The No Child Left Behind Act of 2000 requires all Title I schools to notify parents of all children in all Title I schools that they have the right to request and receive timely information on the professional qualifications of their child’s classroom teachers. 

Schools are required to report:
● Whether the teacher has met state qualifying and licensing criteria for the grade levels and subject areas in which the teacher is teaching;
● Whether the teacher is teaching under emergency or other provisional statute through which state qualification or licensing criteria have been waived;
● The baccalaureate degree major of the teacher and any other graduate certification or degree held by the teacher, and the field or discipline of the certification or degree.
● Whether the child is provided services by paraprofessionals and if so, their qualifications. Parents may request the information from the school office and the information will be available within 10 days. Because of privacy issues, no personal information about the teacher will be provided. 

Personal Possessions and Student’s Person 

The personal possessions of a student and/or a student’s person may be searched when school officials have a reasonable suspicion that the search will uncover a violation of law or school rules. The search will be reasonable in its scope and intrusiveness. 

Pledge of Allegiance

Students will recite the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America at least once per week. Any person who does not wish to participate in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance for any personal reason may elect not to do so. Students must respect another person’s right to make that choice. Students will also receive instruction in the proper etiquette toward, correct display of, and respect for the flag. 

Schedule

Daily Schedules & 2 Hour Late Start Schedules can be found on each school’s webpage 

School Activities 

The school district provides opportunities for students to pursue special interests that contribute to their physical, mental, and emotional health. Formal instruction is the school district’s priority. 

Students who participate in school-sponsored activities are expected to responsibly represent the school and community. All rules pertaining to student conduct and student discipline apply to school activities. 

All spectators at school-sponsored activities are expected to behave appropriately. Students and employees may be subject to discipline. Parents/guardians and other spectators may be subject to sanctions for inappropriate, illegal, or unsportsmanlike behavior at these activities or events. 

The Lake Superior School District is a member of the Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL). Students who participate in MSHSL activities must abide by the MSHSL rules. The district will enforce all MSHSL rules during the school year and in the summer as applicable. 

Employees who conduct MSHSL activities will cover applicable rules, penalties, and opportunities with students and parents/guardians prior to the start of an activity. For more information about the MSHSL rules and student eligibility requirements, contact the Activity Director 

School Closing Procedures 

School may be canceled when the superintendent believes severe weather or other circumstances threaten the safety of students and employees. The superintendent will decide as early in the day as possible about closing school or school buildings. School closing announcements will be broadcast over local media stations and through the district’s Instant Alert system. 

Searches 

In the interest of student safety and to ensure that schools are drug free, district authorities may conduct searches. Students violate school policy when they carry contraband on their person or in their personal possessions or store contraband in desks, lockers, or vehicles parked on school property. “Contraband” means any unauthorized item, the possession of which is prohibited by school district policy and/or law. If a search yields contraband, school officials will seize the item(s) and, when appropriate, give the item(s) to legal officials for ultimate disposition. Students found to be in violation of this policy are subject to discipline in accordance with the school district’s “Student Discipline” policy, which may include suspension, exclusion, expulsion, and, when appropriate, the student may be referred to legal officials. 

Special Education and Referrals

SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES
Special education services are provided to meet the needs of children with disabilities. Children receiving special education services are found eligible for services through an evaluation and must meet criteria in one of the state disability categories. Teachers licensed in the area of special education provide special education services along with related service providers, such as school psychologists, occupational therapists, speech/language pathologists, social workers, and physical therapists. An individual education program (IEP) is developed to address the needs that result from the student’s disability. 

Children receiving services have disabilities in one or more of the following categories:
a) autism spectrum disorder,
b) deaf or blindness,
c) emotional or behavioral disorders,
d) deaf or hard-of-hearing,
e) developmental cognitive disability,
f) other health disabled,
g) physically impaired,
h) severely multiply impaired,
i) specific learning disabilities,
j) speech or language impairments,
k) visually impaired,
l) traumatic brain injury,
m) developmentally delayed, and
n) developmental adapted physical education. 

If your child is referred to special education for an assessment, the district will enter your child's name and date of birth into the Minnesota Medicaid System to find out if your child is receiving Medical Assistance or MinnesotaCare. If you do not want the district to enter your child's name and date of birth into the Minnesota Medicaid System, please inform your child's principal that you do not want the district to check the Medicaid System.  

SPECIAL HEALTH CARE NEEDS The primary responsibility for a student's healthcare rests with the parent/guardian. School health service is supportive health care that enables education of the student in a safe manner. A student with a "special health care need" is one with a chronic health problem that requires specialized health support beyond routine medication administration during the school day in order to attend school. These children may or may not require special education. 

SPECIAL HEALTH NEEDS PROCEDURE
1. Children with special health care needs must be identified and appropriate initial plans developed. A team meeting that includes parents/guardians, student (if reasonable), nurse, appropriate teacher, and others as directed by the principal shall be held for the purpose of –
● establishing the needs and the plan of care (Individualized Healthcare Plan); and
● initiating the 504 or IEP process, if indicated.
2. Provision of direct health care procedures beyond medication administration (g-tube feedings, catheterization, etc.) shall be authorized by physician order and parent/guardian signature. Orders must be renewed at least yearly or at the time of any changes in the procedure.
3. The school nurse will be responsible for the case management of all special health needs. The nurse may delegate health care in accordance with the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act when necessary. A regular documented program of training and supervision of appropriate teachers and other involved school personnel will be required.
4. An Individualized Healthcare Plan (IHP) shall document the student's health concern/need, plan of care, and goals/desired outcomes. The IHP should also include an emergency plan if a student's condition may predictably result in an emergency situation. The IHP is the result of the initial team conference. It is written by the nurse and filed in the student's health folder.
5. Information regarding a student's health needs shall be shared with those personnel who need to know in order to work with that student. This information shall be considered private in accordance with federal and state data practices law.
6. The provision of special health care will be done in a manner that will protect privacy, promote developmentally appropriate student independence, and minimize interruption to the education of the individual student and other children in the classroom. The location of services will be determined on an individual basis with previous factors, safety, and classroom needs in mind. 

Student Publications and Materials 

The school district’s policy is to protect students’ free speech rights while, at the same time, preserving the district’s obligation to provide a learning environment that is free of disruption. All school publications are under the supervision of the building principal and/or sponsor. Non School-sponsored publications may not be distributed without prior approval. 

Distribution of Non School-Sponsored Materials on School Premises:

The school district recognizes that students and employees have the right to express themselves on school property. This protection includes distributing nonschool-sponsored material, subject to school district regulations and procedures, at a reasonable time and place and in a reasonable manner. For detailed information, see the complete “Distribution of Non School-Sponsored Materials on School Premises by Students and Employees'' policy. (Policy 505 ISD381 policies). 

School-Sponsored Student Publications: 

The school district may exercise editorial control over the style and content of student expression in school-sponsored publications and activities. Faculty advisors shall supervise student writers to ensure compliance with the law and school district policies. Students producing official school publications and participating in school activities will be under the supervision of a faculty advisor and the school principal. “Official school publications” means school newspapers, yearbooks, or material produced in communications, journalism, or other Return to Table of Contents 12 writing classes as part of the curriculum. Expression in an official school publication or school-sponsored activity is prohibited when the material: 

● Is obscene to minors; 

● Is libelous or slanderous; 

● Advertises or promotes any product or service not permitted for minors by law; 

● Encourages students to commit illegal acts or violate school regulations or substantially disrupts the orderly operation of school or school activities; 

● Expresses or advocates sexual, racial, or religious harassment or violence or prejudice; 

● Is distributed or displayed in violation of time, place, and manner regulations. Expression in an official school publication or school-sponsored activity is subject to school district editorial control over the style and content when the school district’s actions are reasonably related to legitimate pedagogical concerns. Official school publications may be distributed at reasonable times and locations. 

Student Records 

Student records are classified as public, private, or confidential. State and federal laws protect student records from unauthorized inspection or use and provide parents/guardians and eligible students with certain rights. For the purposes of student records, an “eligible” student is one who is 18 or older or who is enrolled in an institution of post-secondary education. For more information on the rights of parents/guardians and eligible students regarding student records, see “Education Records” in policy 515. 

A complete copy of the school district’s “Protection and Privacy of Pupil Records” policy 515 may be obtained at ISD381 policies page on the district website. 

Student Surveys 

Occasionally, the school district utilizes surveys to obtain student opinions and information about students. For complete information on the rights of parents/guardians and eligible students about conducting surveys, collection, and use of information for marketing purposes, and certain physical examinations, see “Student Surveys” policy 520. A complete copy of the school district’s “Student Surveys” policy may be obtained on the ISD381 policies page on the district website. 

Teacher Requests

There is no school or district policy that says parents may choose their child’s teacher. Please do not send letters requesting a particular teacher for your child. Students are assigned to classrooms based upon their individual social and academic skills to achieve a balance of learners with varying needs. Your understanding is appreciated. If you have further questions, please call the principal. 

Title IX 

It is the policy of the Lake Superior School District #381 not to discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, or national origin on its education programs, activities, or employment policies, as required by Title IV and Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendment. 

Transportation of Public School Students 

The school district will provide transportation, at the expense of the school district, for all resident students who live two miles or more from the school. Transportation will be provided on all regularly scheduled school days or make-up days. Transportation will not be provided during the summer school break, except in certain circumstances. The school district will not provide transportation for students whose transportation privileges have been revoked or have been voluntarily surrendered by the students’ parents or guardians. 

Extracurricular Transportation:
The school district may provide transportation for students to and from extracurricular activities. To the extent the school district provides extracurricular transportation, the district may charge a fee for transportation of students to and from extracurricular activities and optional field trips at locations other than school. 

Vehicles on Campus

Patrols and Inspections:

School officials may conduct routine patrols of student parking lots and other school district locations and routine inspections of the exteriors of the motor vehicles of students. Such patrols and inspections may be conducted without notice, without student consent, and without a search warrant. 

Search of the Interior of a Student’s Motor Vehicle:

 The interior of a student's motor vehicle, including the glove and trunk compartments, in a school district location may be searched when school officials have a reasonable suspicion that the search will uncover a violation of law and/or school policy or rule. The search will be reasonable in its scope and intrusiveness. Such searches may be conducted without notice, without consent, and without a search warrant. A student will be subject to loss of parking privileges and to discipline if the student refuses to open a locked motor vehicle or its compartments under the student’s control upon a school official’s request. 

Video and Audio Recording 

School Buses:
All school buses used by the school district may be equipped for the placement and operation of a video camera. The school district will post a notice in a conspicuous location informing students that their conversations or actions may be recorded. The school district may use a video recording of the actions of student passengers as evidence in any disciplinary action arising from the students’ misconduct on the bus. (Policy 711 ISD381 policies) 

Places Other Than Buses:

The school district buildings and grounds may be equipped with video cameras. Video surveillance may occur in any school district building or on any school district property. Video surveillance of locker rooms or bathrooms will only be utilized in extreme situations, with extraordinary controls, and only as expressly approved by the superintendent. (Policy 712 ISD381 policies) 

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Section  II — ACADEMICS 

Alternative Educational Opportunities 

Some students may be at risk of not continuing or completing their educational programs. The school district provides alternative learning options for students at risk of not succeeding in school. Alternative educational opportunities may include special tutoring, modified curriculum and instruction, instruction through electronic media, special education services, homebound instruction, and enrollment in an alternative learning center, among others. Students and parents/guardians with questions about these programs should contact the school counselor and/or principal. 

Cheating and Plagiarism 

Students are expected to conduct themselves honestly and with integrity in their work. All forms of cheating and plagiarism are prohibited. Behavior that is unacceptable includes, but is not limited to:

● Copying another student’s homework; 

● Working with others on projects that are meant to be done individually; 

● Looking at or copying another student’s test or quiz answers; 

● Allowing another student to look at or copy answers; 

● Taking a test or quiz in part or in whole to use or to give others; 

● Copying information from a source without proper attribution; and 

● Taking papers from other students, publications, or the Internet including AI. 

Violators of this policy will be disciplined on a case-by-case basis, depending on the seriousness of the violation, prior violations, and other factors. Disciplinary measures include, but are not limited to, redoing assignment/retaking tests, receiving a failing grade on the project/test, receiving a lower overall grade in the class, detention, or suspension. Students who cheat or commit plagiarism will be disciplined in accordance with the school district’s “Student Discipline” policy 506 ISD381 policies. 

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) 

This program provides a variety of quality learning opportunities and resources for parents and their children from birth up to kindergarten. Learning activities in the children’s classroom promote cognitive skill development. The parent discussions focus on child development, child raising strategies and parent concerns. 

Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) 

Early intervention for children with disabilities enhances school success and the ECSE program provides these services from birth to kindergarten. Families are encouraged to assume an important role in the development and delivery of services for their children. Professional staff work with families to develop an individualized plan. Services are provided in a variety of places including the student’s home, center-based classrooms, early childhood family education settings, and community preschool classrooms. 

The program focuses on the development of a child’s skills in one or more of the following areas: a) speech/language, b) social/emotional development, c) self-help, d) motor, and e) pre-academics. You may call to discuss concerns about the development of your child and refer him/her for services. Please call 218-834-8221 x 8414 for more information. 

Extended School Year Opportunities 

The school district provides extended school year opportunities to a student who is the subject of an Individualized Education Program (IEP) if the student’s IEP team determines the services are necessary during a break in instruction in order to provide a free and appropriate public education. For more information on extended school year opportunities for students with an IEP, contact the building principal. 

Field Trips 

FIELD TRIPS
Class trips provide concrete learning experiences with opportunities for student training in courtesy, safety, and good citizenship.

Field trips may be offered to supplement student learning in which students voluntarily participate and, if so, students who participate may be charged. 

Parent/guardian permission is also required for students to participate in field trips. 

Students will not be required to pay for instructional trips that take place during the school day, relate directly to a course of study, and require student participation. The cost of field trips may require a small fee to pay for part of the expense. Parent/guardian permission is also required for children to participate in field trips. 

STUDENTS WHOSE BEHAVIOR INDICATES THEY MAY NOT BE SAFE ON THE FIELD TRIP WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO ATTEND. STUDENTS THAT STAY BEHIND WILL BE REQUIRED TO ATTEND SCHOOL AND WILL BE ASSIGNED ALTERNATIVE LESSONS TO THE FIELD TRIP EXPERIENCE. 

Grades 

Students’ grades will be reported quarterly during the year. Report cards will be delivered via mail, Parent Portal or sent home with students for review. Online grade reports may be reviewed at Infinite Campus Parent Portal. 

INCOMPLETES: 

All incompletes that are not made up within 2 weeks of the end of the grading period will become the grade calculated with no credit being given for the remaining missing work. An extension of this policy may be arranged between the student and the classroom teacher 

Graduation Requirements 

Students must meet all course credit requirements and graduation standards, as established by the state and the school board, in order to graduate from Lake Superior School District #381. All students should participate in the state-identified proficiency tests, Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments, alternate assessments, and/or other applicable tests. Students will have the first opportunity to take a test in basic requirements in 3rd grade. Parents may opt out of the statewide assessments for their student(s) by completing the form in the appendix and returning it to the school’s main office. Course Credits Required: To receive a diploma, students in the Lake Superior School District must successfully complete the following high school level course requirements: 

4 Credits in English 

3.5 Credits in Social Studies 

3 Credits in Math
3 Credits in Science 

.5 Credit in Physical Education 

1 Credit in Fine Arts 

.5 Credits in Health 

.5 Credits in Career Readiness 

7.5 Credits in Electives 

23.5 TOTAL CREDITS 

General Requirements:

6th, 7th, and 8th Grade 

Successful completion of classes are important in preparing students for the content and work habits needed in high school. Therefore, the following retention guidelines are in place for students that do not pass 6th - 8th grade courses: 

● Core courses may be repeated if failed (English, Math, Social Studies and Science) 

● Students who achieve at a high level in semester one of a repeated course may, with instructor approval, not be required to take the second semester of the course. 

● Students failing 3 of the 7th and 8th grade core courses will be recommended for retention in their current grade. General Requirements - 

High School The requirements for graduation are: 

● Successfully pass all required courses and earn 23.5 credits in grades 9-12. A credit is given for; 

A class meeting one period per day for a full year; 

A class meeting two periods every day for a semester. 

One-half credit is given for a class meeting half time for each of the above options. 

● Students must register for a minimum of 6 one-half credits each semester. This is full time status. 

● Specific curriculum requirements for each graduating class are outlined in the registration and planning guide. 

● Meet all statewide testing requirements. When all of the above have been successfully completed, a student will have earned their High School diploma from Lake Superior School District. For a student to participate in the end of the year graduation ceremonies (i.e. walk with their class), they must have successfully completed the above criteria by the end of the last day of classes for seniors 

Classification of Senior High Students The minimum semester hours for individual grade classification (as of September each year) are as follows: 

● Freshman Grade 9: 0-5 credits 

● Sophomore Grade 10: 6-11 credits 

● Junior Grade 11: 12-17 credits 

● Senior Grade 12: 18 + credits 

Full Credit Descriptions:

Language Arts: 4 Credits; Must be sufficient to satisfy all academic standards in the English language arts. 

Mathematics: 3 Credits, Algebra I is required by the end of eighth grade. Algebra II or its equivalent is also required. A computer science, career and technical education, or Project Lead the Way course may fulfill a mathematics credit if the course meets the applicable state academic standards. 

Science: 3 Credits; Must include at least one credit of biology, one credit of chemistry or physics, and one elective credit of science. The combination of credits must be sufficient to satisfy all of the academic standards in either chemistry or physics and all other academic standards in science. An agricultural science, a career and technical education, or a Project Lead the Way course may fulfill a science credit if the course meets the applicable state academic standards. An agricultural science or a career and technical education course cannot fulfill the biology requirement. 

Social Studies: 3.5 Credits; Must include at least United States history, geography, government and citizenship, world history, and economics sufficient to satisfy all of the academic standards in social studies. A one-half credit of economics taught in an agriculture education or business department may fulfill a one-half credit in social studies if the credit is sufficient to satisfy all of the academic standards in economics 

Arts: 1Credit; Must be sufficient to satisfy all of the state or local academic standards in the arts. A career and technical education course may fulfill an arts credit. 

Elective Courses: 7.5 

Minnesota Academic Standards:

All students must satisfactorily complete the following required Minnesota Graduation Standards: Minnesota Academic Standards, English Language Arts K-12 Minnesota Academic Standards, Mathematics K-12 Minnesota Academic Standards, Science K-12 Minnesota Academic Standards, Social Studies K-12 Minnesota Academic Standards, Physical Education K-12 Minnesota Academic Standards or Local Standards, Arts K-12 

School District Required and Elective Standards All students must satisfactorily complete the following school district required and elective standards:
● Health (K-12);
● School District Standards, Career and Technical Education (K-12); and
● School District Standards, World Languages (K-12). Students with an individualized education program, Section 504 accommodation plan, or limited English proficiency needs may be eligible for testing accommodations, modifications, and/or exemption. For additional information, see the school counselor or principal. 

Graduation: Required Tests

Students and parents should check with the counselors or building administration for specific information about state testing if they have questions. The Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCA’s) are conducted in digital format. An opt-out form is available on the district website under Calendar and Testing Calendar. 

Homework 

Homework assignments are made by the teachers. The amount of homework varies by teacher and subject area. The school district asks parents/guardians to encourage their child(ren) to complete homework thoroughly and promptly. Contact individual teachers for additional information. 

Mailing Lists 

Student mailing lists are NOT made available to individuals, groups or business establishments under data privacy laws. Certain governmental agencies MAY REQUEST student mailing lists, however, and your name and address may legally be forwarded to them UNLESS you make a written request to DELETE your name from any such list. Signing this written request, however, means that the student will NOT be listed in any school publications, including the yearbook, athletic programs, etc. See your advisor, principal or guidance counselor for assistance. 

Parent Portal

1. Parent Portal is a method to convey communications between students, parents, and the school through the internet.
2. Assistance setting up accounts and answering questions can be requested through the Technology Department. Contact the Kris Lee at klee@isd381.org or 218-834-8201 ext. 8299 -OR- Amy Nelson at arneslon@isd381.org or 218-226-4437 ext. 8168
3. To enter Parent Portal, go to the school website: www.isd381.org - click Services/ Parent Portal
4. Parents should be aware that teachers may choose to not update the Parent Portal immediately for various reasons. If you have questions about an entry in the portal, you may contact the teacher through email or voicemail. 

Parent/Guardian Refusal for Student Participation in Statewide Assessments

MDE Statewide Assessment - Parent/Guardian Participation Guide and Refusal Form:

https://education.mn.gov/mdeprod/idcplg?IdcService=GET_FILE&dDocName=PROD058851&RevisionSelectionMethod=latestReleased&Rendition=primary

Parent Right to Know 

If a parent requests it, the school district will provide information regarding the professional qualifications of his/her child’s classroom teachers, including, at a minimum, the following: 

1. whether the teacher has met state qualifications and licensing criteria for the grade levels and subject areas in which the teacher provides instruction; 

2. whether the teacher is teaching under emergency or other provisional licensing status through which state qualification or licensing criteria have been waived; 

3. the baccalaureate degree major of the teacher and any other graduate certification or degree held by the teacher, and the field of discipline of the certification or degree; 

4. whether the student is provided services by paraprofessionals and, if so, their qualifications. 

In addition, the school district will provide parents with information as to the level of achievement of their child in each of the state academic assessments. The school district will provide notice to parents if their child has been assigned to, or taught for four or more consecutive weeks by, a teacher who is not highly qualified. Contacting teachers The best means of getting information regarding your child is by direct contact with the teacher involved. Teacher contact information can be found on the district website. When contacting a teacher, please do so before or after school. At other times, please leave a voice message, and the teacher will return your call. It is important that you respect teachers’ instructional time, and refrain from stopping by unannounced to conference with them. 

Publication of Directory Information

To comply with the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, we are informing you that Independent School District No. 381 has the following information about your child on file, most of which is considered CONFIDENTIAL. 

A. Census data (Name, Address, Phone, Birth date, Parent Name, transportation data, etc.)
B. Academic Achievement data (Grades, Grade-Point- Average for secondary students only, achievement test scores, etc.)
C. Health data (Immunization history, special health needs,etc.)
D. Special Education data – when applicable (screening results, testing data and results, IEPs, evaluations, etc.) 

In addition, the school district will make available to the public Directory Information. Directory Information is considered public information UNLESS the parent or guardian specifically requests that such data on their student be maintained as private data. We are required to notify you of the following: 

The school district will, from time to time, publish Directory Information for the following purposes:
● Name, height, weight and grade of participants in interscholastic academic and athletic competition in programs and publicity releases.
● Names of students who have earned honor roll and merit roll status.
● Participation in school activities, photographs, degrees and awards.
● Photographs, audio and visual recordings of athletic, artistic and scholastic competition and performances. 

You may refuse to allow us to release the information designated as Directory Information. The consequences of refusing to release the requested private data are that your child will not be listed in programs, bulletins, school publications such as yearbooks, newspapers, athletic programs, concert programs, graduation programs and news releases to the media. If a concert, performance, contest or event is to be videotaped or recorded in such a way that your student could be identified, s/he may not be able to participate. 

All Directory Information will be accessible to the public. If you object to the district releasing Directory Information, you must notify the school your child attends. If you fail to notify the school, your silence will be interpreted by the district as implied consent, Minnesota Rules, Part 1205.1400, subd. 4. If you object to publishing Directory Information about your child, please request a form from the office, complete the form, and return it to the office. If you have questions regarding this procedure or the laws which require it, please feel free to call the Principal or Superintendent. 

Summer School 

The school district may provide summer school learning and credit recovery opportunities. For more information, contact the building principal or school counselor. 

Student Data Privacy 

According to the Federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, “A school...may disclose personally identifiable information from an education record of a student without consent if the disclosure ...is to other school officials, including teachers, within the [school] whom the [school] has determined to have legitimate educational interests.” When the disclosure is to other educational agencies or institutions, the school will make every attempt to notify the parents and students that the disclosure is taking place. Upon request, the student will be given a copy of the record that is being disclosed. The student will have an opportunity to correct any incorrect information contained in the record. However, the school does forward records to other schools and post secondary institutions where a student is enrolling, and written notice to the student is not required for this. 

Title I 

Title I services are for students in the primary grades, who are struggling with basic skills in reading and/ or math. Title I services are in addition to the regular classroom instruction of 123 minutes of reading and 75 minutes of math. Extended time Title I services may be available for those students who qualify. Title I Teachers work with the classroom teachers and parents to plan a program to assist the child in learning. Parental involvement in the Title I program is strongly encouraged. 

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Section III — RULES AND DISCIPLINE 

Absences, Attendance, Truancy and Tardiness 

Absences can be reported to the school by calling the school's attendance office, by email (or through the parent portal starting Sept 2024). 

To report a student absence by phone:
MINN: 218-834-8221 X8401
THHS: 218-834-8201 X8205
WKS: 218-226-4437 X8100

To report a student absence by email (Please use "Absence" plus the student name in the subject heading)
minn@isd381.org
thhs@isd381.org
wks@isd381.org

Regular school attendance is directly related to success in academic work, benefits students socially, provides opportunities for important communications between teachers and students, and establishes regular habits of dependability. For detailed information, see the “Student Attendance” policy 503 ISD381 policies. 

All children in the Lake Superior School District five (5) years of age or older by September 1 on any given year have the right to attend public school until they graduate from the twelfth grade or reach the age twenty- one (21). Children between the ages of seven (7) and seventeen (17) must attend, and children between the ages seventeen (17) and twenty-one (21) must attend until completion of the tenth grade. Children with certain special handicaps or physical or mental conditions may have to attend school at a location outside the district, if determined that the district does not have a program suitable for such children. Children in areas far removed from district schools may also have to attend school outside the district in some instances. The school board will make the decision as to when attendance outside the district is necessary. Tuition for all children attending outside the district, at the option of the school board, will be the responsibility of the district 

EXCUSED ABSENCE: 

(1) Illness.
(2) Serious illness in the student’s immediate family.
(3) A death or funeral in the student’s immediate family or of a close friend or relative.
(4) Medical, dental, or orthodontic treatment, or a counseling appointment.
(5) Court appearances occasioned by family or personal action.
(6) Religious instruction not to exceed three hours in any week.
(7) Physical emergency conditions such as fire, flood, storm, etc.
(8) Official school field trip or other school-sponsored outing.
(9) Removal of a student pursuant to a suspension. Suspensions are to be handled as excused absences and students will be permitted to complete make-up work.
(10) Family emergencies.
(11) Active duty in any military branch of the United States.
(12) A student’s condition that requires ongoing treatment for a mental health diagnosis.
(13) Vacations with family, including college visits that are pre-approved. 

UNEXCUSED ABSENCE: 

(1) Truancy. An absence by a student which was not approved by the parent and/or the school district.
(2) Any absence in which the student failed to comply with any reporting requirements of the school district’s attendance procedures.
(3) Work at home.
(4) Work at a business, except under a school-sponsored work release program.
(5) Vacations with family, including college visits that are not pre-arranged.
(6) Absences resulting from cumulated unexcused tardies (3 tardies equal one unexcused absence).
(7) Any other absence not included under the attendance procedures set out in this policy 

Assemblies
Unless specifically designated, attendance at student assemblies is required and seating is by grade level. Respect for those presenting the assembly, as well as those in attendance, is expected. Special assembly schedules will be published prior to the event. 

ATTENDANCE, TRUANCY AND TARDINESS - Student Attendance Policy 503 The main responsibility for all students is to attend school everyday including attending all classes on time. Of course, some absences are excused, but still need to be reported to the high school office via phone or email. If a student has an unexcused absence, a missed class period(s) or tardy, consequences may be assigned. 

SCHOOL ABSENCES In order for an absence to be excused the school must be notified and it must meet one of the criteria listed in Policy 503. 

Procedures for reporting absences: When a student cannot attend school as required, a phone call from a parent or guardian excusing the absence must be received by office staff or a written excuse signed by a parent/guardian must be submitted. The parents/guardians are requested to call the school office stating the student’s name, grade and reasons for absence before 9:00 a.m. that same day. 

SCHOOL ABSENCES: In order for an absence to be excused the school MUST be notified WITHIN 24 HOURS OF AN ABSENCE and it must meet one of the following criteria: 

For long-term absences, a statement from a physician may be required. Board action may be necessary to approve excuses which extend for an entire school year or where there is no definite plan for a child’s illness, or where a child will be absent for an extended time from school and the child is experiencing a hardship. Seniors and juniors requesting release time to visit post high school educational sites should present a written request at least TWO school days BEFORE the planned visit. The parent/guardian and the Counseling Office must approve the request. All required school assignments must be completed. 

Pre-arranged absences: Students who know in advance that they will be absent from school for an extended period of time shall obtain a prearranged absence form in the office. Students will take this form to their teachers to make arrangements for work missed. Most courses require attendance in the classroom in order to complete all work: therefore, the teacher's signature must be on the form before returning this form to the office for approval. 

Appointments during the school day: If a student will be leaving during the school day they should bring a note to the office before the start of the school day to limit disruptions to classroom instruction. A pass will be issued to students. The administrative office MUST sign out any student leaving school prior to the end of the school day for any reason. Any Student Violating This Procedure Will Be Truant and Subject to the Truancy Consequences. 

Make-up work: Students whose absences are excused are required to make up missed or to complete an alternative assignment. Missed work will be made up with at least 2 days from the date of the student’s return to school. The principal or classroom teacher may extend the time for extended illness or extenuating circumstances. 

Collection of missed work: Students or parents can request that the office collect missed work upon a student’s absence from school with at least 24 hours notice. 

Tardiness to class: A student detained by a teacher must have a signed pass by that teacher to be admitted to the next class. Students arriving late to a class without a signed pass will be admitted upon statement of reason for tardiness. WITH THE EXCEPTION OF 1 st HOUR TARDIES, DO NOT REPORT TO THE OFFICE FOR A PASS. The teacher will verify this reason if deemed necessary. The general penalty for unexcused tardiness is a detention assignment with the teacher whose class the student is tardy 

“Continuing truant” means a child who is absent from instruction in a school as defined in section 120A. 05, without valid excuse within a single school year for (1) three days if the child is in elementary school (260A.02) “Habitual truant” means a child under the age of 16 years who is absent from attendance at school without lawful excuse for seven school days. 

Reporting Truancy Your school is obligated to report excessive absences, continuing truancy, and habitual truancy to the Lake County Attorney’s Office. 

Bullying Prohibition

The school district is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning environment for all students. Acts of bullying, in any form, by either an individual student or a group of students, are prohibited on school district property, at school-related functions or activities, on school transportation, and by misuse of technology. The school district encourages the reporting party or complainant to use the report form available from the principal or building supervisor of each building or available in the school main office. Oral reports shall be considered complaints as well. For detailed information, see the school district’s “Bullying Prohibition” policy 514 ISD381 policies. 

Buses - Conduct on School Buses and Consequences for Misbehavior

Riding the school bus is a privilege, not a right. The school district’s general student behavior rules are in effect for all students on school buses, including nonpublic and charter school students. The school district will not provide transportation for students whose transportation privileges have been revoked. The school district is committed to transporting students in a safe and orderly manner. To accomplish this, student riders are expected to follow school district rules for waiting at a school bus stop and for riding on a school bus.

While waiting for the bus or after being dropped off at a school bus stop, all students must comply with the following rules:
● Get to the bus stop five minutes before your scheduled pick up time. The school bus driver will not wait for late students.
● Respect the property of others while waiting at the bus stop.
● Keep your arms, legs, and belongings to yourself.
● Use appropriate language.
● Stay away from the street, road, or highway when waiting for the bus.
● Wait until the bus stops before approaching the bus.
● After getting off the bus, move away from the bus.
● If you must cross the street, always cross in front of the bus where the driver can see you. Wait for the driver to signal to you before crossing the street.
● No fighting, harassment, intimidation, or horseplay.
● No use of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs.  

While riding a school bus, all riders must comply with the following rules:
● Follow the driver’s directions at all times.
● Remain seated facing forward while the bus is in motion.
● Talk quietly and use appropriate language.
● Keep all parts of your body inside the bus.
● Keep arms, legs, and belongings to yourself and out of the aisle.
● No fighting, harassment, intimidation, or horseplay.
● Do not throw any object.
● No eating, drinking, or use of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs.
● Do not bring any weapons or dangerous objects on the school bus.
● Do not damage the school bus. 

Disciplinary Action 

1st offense
● Meeting with an administrator, bus Conduct Report completed – copy to parents, possible bus probation and/or restitution. 

2nd offense
● Meeting with an administrator, bus Conduct Report completed – copy to parents, phone calls to parents/guardians to discuss issue, up to 3 school-day suspension from riding the bus with the possibility of bus probation and/or restitution. 

3rd offense
● Meeting with an administrator, bus Conduct Report completed – copy to parents, phone calls to parents/guardians to discuss issue, up to 5 school-day suspension from riding the bus with the possibility of bus probation and/or restitution. 

Additional offenses
● May result in a long term suspension from the bus Consequences for school bus/bus stop misconduct will be imposed by the school district under administrative discipline procedures. Serious misconduct will follow Student Discipline policy 506 and may be reported to local law enforcement. 

Discipline 

Misbehavior by one student can disrupt the learning process for many other students. In addition, students must learn to practice good safety habits, value academic honesty, respect the rights of others, and obey the law. For detailed information on the Student Code of Conduct and consequences for violations, see the “Student Discipline” policy 506 ISD381 policies. 

Stolen or Damaged Property Students should report stolen or damaged property to the office. Students are encouraged to report thefts to local law enforcement. 

MSHSL ACTIVITIES AND ELIGIBILITY At any time during the calendar year, a student shall not, regardless of the quantity: use or consume, have in possession a beverage containing alcohol; use or consume, have in possession tobacco; or, use or consume, have in possession, buy, sell or give away any other controlled substance or drug paraphernalia; use or consume, have in possession, buy, sell or give away products containing or products used to deliver nicotine, tobacco products and other chemicals (“Tobacco products” means: any product containing, made, or derived from tobacco that is intended for human consumption, whether chewed, smoked, absorbed, dissolved, inhaled, snorted, sniffed, or ingested by any other means, or any component, part or accessory of a tobacco product.); use or consume, have in possession, buy sell or give away any substance or product where the intent of such use of the substance or product is to induce intoxication, excitement, or stupefaction of the central nervous system, except under the direction and supervision of a medical doctor. Such substances or products shall include, but are not limited to, synthetic drugs, gasoline, glue, aerosol devices, bath salts, and any substances addressed by Minnesota or Federal Law. 

Category I Activities and Violations Category I Activities: Those League-sponsored activities in which a member school has a schedule of interscholastic contests, exclusive of League-sponsored tournaments. Athletic Activities Fine Arts Activities
1) Debate
2) Speech Activities including One Act Play - when a school schedules a season of interscholastic contests. 

● First Violation Penalty
The student shall lose eligibility for the next two consecutive interscholastic contests or two weeks, 14 calendar days, whichever is greater, of a season in which the student is a participant. |
● Second Violation Penalty The student shall lose eligibility for the next six consecutive interscholastic contests or three weeks, 21 calendar days, whichever is greater, in which the student is a participant.
● Third or Subsequent Violation Penalty 1) The student shall lose eligibility for the next 12 consecutive interscholastic contests or four weeks, 28 calendar days, whichever is greater, in which the student is a participant. 2) A student who chooses to become a participant in a treatment program may become eligible for participation after a minimum period of six weeks after entering treatment if all of the following conditions are met: a) The student is assessed as chemically dependent, b) enters treatment voluntarily, and c) the director of the treatment center certifies that the student has successfully completed the treatment program. d) The treatment option cannot be used for the first or second violation. 

Category II Activities and Violations Penalties for alcohol/tobacco/drug violations in MSHSL Category II Music activities (Band & Choir), and One Act Play: 

● First Violation Penalty: After confirmation of a first violation, student shall lose eligibility through the next “Major Public Performance”.
● Second Violation Penalty: After confirmation or a second violation, student shall lose eligibility through the next TWO “Major Public Performances”.
● Third Violation Penalty: After confirmation of a third violation, student shall lose eligibility through the next THREE “Major Public Performances”.
● These Penalties shall be cumulative during grades 9-12. 

A student who is enrolled for credit in a course involving one of the above listed school activities will be permitted to continue to pursue their course work. They will not be permitted to attend or participate in any part of the course held outside regular school hours, for the duration of the suspension. Individual educational programs may be set up rather than having such a student participate in regular practice sessions, at the instructor’s discretion. 

Dress and Appearance for Elementary 

Students are not subjected to a formal dress code, however they are expected to dress appropriately for the weather and school environment including the playground. If a student's appearance, grooming, or mode of dress interferes with or disrupts the educational process or school activities or poses a threat to the health or safety of the student or others, the student will be directed to make modifications and a parent or guardian will be notified. Depending on the grade level, a modification to the student’s dress may require parent or guardian involvement. 

Dress and Appearance for High School 

The purpose of this policy is to enhance the education of students by establishing expectations that support educational goals. Students and their families have the primary and joint responsibility for student clothing and appearance. Teachers and other district staff should exemplify and reinforce student clothing and appearance standards and help students develop an understanding of appropriate appearance in the school environment. 

II. GENERAL STATEMENT OF POLICY 

A. The policy of the school district is to encourage students to be dressed suitably for school activities and in keeping with community standards. B. A student’s clothing or appearance may not materially and substantially disrupt or interfere with the educational mission, school environment, classwork, or school activities. A student’s dress or appearance may not incite or contribute to substantial disorder or invasion of the rights of others or pose a threat to the health or safety of the student or others. C. Students’ rights to choose their dress and appearance for school and school-related activities will be protected provided that the clothing: 

1. does not injure people or damage property;
2. does not materially and substantially disrupt or interfere with the educational process or classwork;
3. does not interfere with the requirements of discipline in the operation of the school or school activities, materially disrupt classwork;
4. does not involve substantial disorder or invasion of the rights of others. 

Such clothing includes, but is not limited to, the following:
1. Clothing for the weather.
2. Clothing that does not create a health or safety hazard.
3. Clothing for the activity (i.e., physical education or the classroom).
4. Footwear that does not present a safety hazard.
5. Headwear, including hats or head coverings, are allowed provided that it does not cover the student’s face to the extent that the student is not identifiable. Headgear must not interfere with the educational process. Hoodies must allow the face and ears to be visible from the front and sides and must not interfere with the line of sight to any student or staff including while the student wearing the hoodie is seated. Students may wear headgear for a medical or religious reason.
6. Hair, including but not limited to hair texture and hair styles such as braids, locks, and twists.
7. Clothing must cover areas from one armpit across to the other armpit, down to approximately 3 to 4 inches in length on the upper thighs 

Student clothing may not include the following:
1. Extremely brief garments and see-through garments may not be worn.
2. Clothing (including emblems, badges, symbols, signs, words, objects or pictures on clothing or jewelry) bearing a message that is lewd, vulgar, obscene, libelous, or denigrates, harasses, discriminates against others on the basis of protected class status under the Minnesota Human Rights Act, or violates school district policies prohibiting discrimination, violence, harassment, or other harmful activities.
3. Apparel promoting products or activities that are illegal for use by minors.
4. Communicating a message that is racist, sexist, or otherwise derogatory to a protected minority group, or approves, advances, or provokes any form of religious, racial, or sexual harassment and/or violence against other individuals as defined in Policy 413. 

E. The intention of this policy is not to abridge the rights of students to express political, religious, philosophical, or similar opinions by wearing clothing on which such messages are stated. Such messages are acceptable as long as they are not lewd; vulgar; obscene; libelous; do not denigrate, harass, or discriminate against others on the basis of protected class status under the Minnesota Human Rights Act; or do not violate school district policies prohibiting discrimination, bullying, violence, harassment, or other harmful activities.
If the administration believes a student’s appearance, grooming, or mode of dress interferes with or disrupts the educational process or school activities or poses a threat to the health or safety of the student or others, the student will be directed to make modifications or a parent or guardian will be notified. 

Drug-Free School and Workplace 

The possession and use of alcohol, controlled substances, and toxic substances are prohibited at school or in any other school location before, during, or after school hours. Paraphernalia associated with controlled substances also is prohibited. The school district will discipline or take appropriate action against anyone who violates this policy. District policy is not violated when a person brings a controlled substance that has a currently accepted medical treatment into a school location for personal use if the person has a physician’s prescription for the substance except marijuana is not allowed on school property even if prescribed. Students who have prescriptions must comply with the school district’s “Student Medication” policy 516 ISD381 policies. The school district will provide an instructional program in every elementary and secondary school on chemical abuse and the prevention of chemical dependency. 

Electronic Device Policy

High School Electronic Device Policy

Cell phones and other electronic devices have the ability to serve an educational purpose. With teacher permission these devices can be used in the classroom or academic activity. Teachers have the right to ask students to turn these devices off and out of sight. Students are not allowed to use their electronic devices to violate any school rules/policies. If it is found that students are misusing cell phones and other electronic devices they will not be allowed to have or use them in school. School staff have the right to take any device away from students who they believe are violating classroom, school, or district rules/policies. In the event the device is taken away it will be given to the administrator. Cell phone use is prohibited in the school locker rooms and school bathrooms. 

If the school district has a reasonable suspicion that a student has violated a school rule or law by use of a cell phone or other electronic communication device, the school district may search the device. The search of the device will be reasonably related in scope to the circumstances justifying the search. In addition, a student’s cell phone or electronic communication device may be confiscated by the school district and, if applicable, provided to law enforcement. Students are prohibited from photographing other students or staff without their permission. 

Students are prohibited from using electronic devices to record audio or digital images during the school day, school events or on school property without permission of the person being recorded. Students are not allowed to upload onto any website digital images of students or staff taken during the school day or at school events without their permission. Use of an electronic device in a school locker room, school bathroom or elsewhere that violates the personal privacy of the individual may result in the immediate initiation of the expulsion process depending on the severity of the violation. 

Elementary School Electronic Device Policy

Electronic devices, including but not limited to cell phones, MP3 players, iPods, headphones, smart watches, and other personal electronic devices are not allowed during school hours. If any situation arises where an electronic device is a disruption, the device will be confiscated. 

The school district is not responsible for any lost items 

Students who misuse cell phones or other electronic devices will be disciplined in accordance with the school district’s “Student Discipline” policy 506 ISD381 policies. 

Extra Curricular Eligibility Policy 

Students become ineligible for activities, including but not limited to performances and competitions, as well as any trips outside of the School District boundaries if any of the following are true: 

● Student cannot have any failing grades 

● Students cannot have more than one incomplete. 

Grades used to determine eligibility are quarter grades. Special education student eligibility will be determined cooperatively between the student’s case manager, teachers, and administration. 

Grades for quarter four (4) are carried over to the new school year for determining eligibility in the new school year. 

Students ineligible because of an incomplete may become immediately eligible when they demonstrate that they have a passing grade in the class(es) in which they received an incomplete and are eligible under all of the guidelines. This must be done prior to the end of the 2nd week of the quarter. 

Students who are ineligible for having a failing grade(s), or who cannot make up their incompletes in the first 2 weeks of the quarter, can become eligible at the mid-quarter date. In order to regain eligibility the student must demonstrate between the end of the third week and the mid-quarter date of that quarter that they are eligible under the guidelines and have no failing grades. Students need to be eligible prior to the event. 

EXTRACURRICULAR ELIGIBILITY POLICY FOR STUDENTS ON ATTENDANCE CONTRACTS 

ISD 381 reserves the right to prohibit students from missing any class periods for extracurricular activities if they are on an attendance contract regardless of eligibility status. Students will be allowed to practice with their team and attend games that do not interfere with class time. 

Harassment and Violence Prohibition 

The school district strives to maintain a learning and working environment free from harassment and violence on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, or disability. The school district prohibits any form of harassment or violence on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, or disability. Detailed information on the school district’s “Harassment and Violence Prohibition” policy can be found at ISD381 policies, policy 413. The “Harassment and Violence” Reporting form can also be found at ISD381 policies. 

Hazing Prohibition 

Hazing is prohibited. No student will plan, direct, encourage, aid, or engage in hazing. Students who violate this rule will be subject to disciplinary action pursuant to the school district’s “Student Discipline” policy. Please see the school district’s “Hazing Prohibition” policy 526 ISD381 policies 

Internet Acceptable Use 

All school district students have conditional access to the school district’s computer system, including Internet access, for limited educational purposes, including use of the system for classroom activities, educational research, and professional and career development. Use of the school district’s system is a privilege, not a right. Unacceptable use of the school district’s computer system or the Internet may result in one or more of the following consequences: suspension or cancellation of use or access privileges; payments for damages and repairs; discipline under other appropriate school district policies, including, but not limited to, suspension, expulsion, or exclusion; or civil or criminal liability under other applicable laws. 

A copy of the school district’s “Internet Acceptable Use” policy is available at ISD381 policies, policy 524. 

Within 30 days of the start of each school year, the school district must give parents and students direct and timely notice, by United States mail, e-mail, or other direct form of communication, of any curriculum, testing, or assessment technology provider contract affecting a student's educational data. The notice must: 

1. identify each curriculum, testing, or assessment technology provider with access to educational data;
2. identify the educational data affected by the curriculum, testing, or assessment technology provider contract; and
3. include information about the contract inspection and provide contact information for a school department to which a parent or student may direct questions or concerns regarding any program or activity that allows a curriculum, testing, or assessment technology provider to access a student's educational data. 

The school district must provide parents and students an opportunity to inspect a complete copy of any contract with a technology provider. The copy of the technology agreements can be found at Software Privacy Policies 

Students have access to the school district’s “Internet Acceptable Use” policy through the website, and are expected to understand and agree to abide by the policy as a condition of use of the school district’s computer system. All students who wish to use the school district’s computer system must sign the Internet Use Agreement form annually. A digital copy of the agreement can be signed through the Campus Portal at Online Registration. 

Out of Bounds for Students 

Being found out of bounds may result in disciplinary action.

These areas are considered out of bounds during the school day: 

● The emergency exit doors - these doors are to remain closed, except in an emergency
● Parking lot during the entire school day (7:50-3:40). Parking lot visitation during school hours may be permissible with a pass received from the office
● Unapproved use of teacher or office spaces or telephones 
● The elevator, without specific administration permission (injuries, illness, etc.)
● Nature trails, wooded areas, ponds, athletic facilities, and outdoor classrooms are considered out of bounds during the school day, unless part of a supervised classroom activity.
● On a closed campus, anywhere off school grounds without written permission from a parent and approval from an administrator. Being found out of bounds may result in disciplinary action. 

Parking on School District Property 

Students:
The school district allows limited use and parking of motor vehicles by students in school district locations subject to the following rules:
● Parking a motor vehicle on school property during the school day is a privilege;
● Parking is permitted in designated areas only, by permit. For information, contact the building principal;
● Students are not permitted to use motor vehicles during the school day in any school district locations unless an emergency occurs and permission has been granted to the student by the building principal;
● Students are permitted to use motor vehicles on the high school campus(es) only before and after the school day;
● Unauthorized vehicles parked on school district property may be towed at the expense of the owner or operator.
● Students who park in the school parking lot are required to display a parking permit.
● Refer to District Policy 527 for further details. 

Parking Violations:
● Vehicle has no valid parking permit "
● Parked in a DISABILITY PARKING space
● Parked in a NO PARKING space/area, including FIRE LANES
● Parked in a reserved or designated area
● Parked in 2 or more spaces
● Blocking a driveway or access
● Parking off pavement
● Parking in designated visitor areas

Potential Consequences
● $200 fine (State Law) for parking in a Disabled Persons’ space
● Vehicles parked in a fire lane or driveway may be towed
● Other, as deemed appropriate by the building administration

During regular school hours, parking is by permit only. Parking lot enforcement will be conducted by the principal, assistant principal and/or staff members. Anyone seen speeding and/or driving recklessly may lose their parking privileges for a time to be determined by an administrator and will be referred to the police. 

The school district may conduct routine patrols of school district properties and inspections of the exteriors of the motor vehicles of students. Interiors of students’ vehicles in school district locations may be searched when school officials have a reasonable suspicion that the search will uncover a violation of law and/or school policy or rule. If a search yields contraband, school officials may seize the item and may turn it over to legal authorities when appropriate. A student who violates this policy may be subject to withdrawal of parking privileges and/or discipline according to the school district’s “Student Discipline” policy 506 ISD381 policies. 

Transportation Information
● All vehicles parked on school property are subject to search
● The school is not responsible for any damage to, or theft from, motor vehicles brought to school.
● For safety and security reasons, students driving motor vehicles to school shall park them upon arrival and shall neither visit nor drive their vehicles during the school day without the expressed consent of the secondary school administrators 

Visitors:
Visitors are permitted to park in designated school district visitor parking areas. Unattended vehicles left in other locations on school district property may be towed at the owner’s expense.

Public Displays of Affection 

All relationships between students must be dignified, respectful, and restrained in keeping with the proper atmosphere of a school setting. Kissing and other expressions of physical intimacy are unacceptable forms of conduct in the school zone and may result in disciplinary consequences including charges of sexual harassment. Students will be confronted privately upon the first offense and reported to the office. If the problem continues, parents will be notified and students will be subject to disciplinary measures according to Policy 506. ISD381 policies 

Sales of Items by Students 

Students are not allowed to sell items on school property without permission of an administrator. Sales of items (pop or t-shirts for example) can violate school contracts or conflict with school run fundraisers. 

Tobacco-Free Schools

Possession and Use of Tobacco, Tobacco-Related Devices, and Electronic Delivery Devices; Vaping Awareness and Prevention Instruction 

School district students and staff have the right to learn and work in an environment that is tobacco free. School policy is violated by any individual’s use of tobacco, tobacco-related devices, or carrying or using activated electronic delivery devices in a public school, on school grounds, in any school-owned vehicles, or at any school events or activities. Students may not possess any type of tobacco, tobacco-related devices, or electronic delivery devices in a public school, on school grounds, in any school-owned vehicles, or at any school events or activities. Any student who violates this policy is subject to school district discipline. For detailed information on the school district’s “Tobacco-Free Environment; Possession and Use of Tobacco, Tobacco-Related Devices, and Electronic Delivery Devices; Vaping Awareness and Prevention Instruction” policy 419 ISD381 policies. Contact the building principal if you have questions or wish to report violations. 

Vandalism 

Vandalism of any district property is prohibited. Violators will be disciplined and may be reported to law enforcement officials. 

Weapons Prohibition 

Appropriate discipline and action will be taken against any person who violates this policy. The school district does not allow the possession, use, or distribution of weapons by students. Discipline of students will include, at a minimum: immediate out-of-school suspension; confiscation of the weapon; immediate notification of police; parent or guardian notification; and recommendation to the superintendent of dismissal for a period of time not to exceed one year. The building principal shall, as soon as practicable, refer to the criminal justice or juvenile delinquency system, as appropriate, a student who brings a firearm to school unlawfully. A student who brings a firearm to school will be expelled for at least one year, subject to school district discretion on a case-by-case basis. For a copy of the “School Weapons'' policy 501 go to ISD381 policies. Contact the building principal if you have questions. 

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Section IV — HEALTH AND SAFETY 

Accidents 

All student injuries that occur at school, at school-sponsored activities, or on school transportation should be reported to the school office. Parents/guardians of an injured student will be notified as soon as possible. If the student requires immediate medical attention, the principal or other district personnel will call 911 or seek emergency medical treatment and then contact the parent(s). 

Accidents (in school): Students involved in any injury or illness of any kind in the gym, classrooms, corridors, etc. must report the accident or illness to the nurse’s office for necessary assistance. You must not leave school because of illness or injury without going through the nurse’s office. Accidents in athletic competition will be reported to the coach in charge and to the activities director. 

Asbestos Management Plan 

The school district has developed an asbestos management plan. The plan is part of the Health and Safety Policy #807. ISD381 policies 

Bus Regulations

Bus drivers are not permitted to take on children other than their regular assigned passengers, except in emergency cases when the parent may send a request which must be signed by the principal before being presented to the driver. Permission will not be granted for going to birthday parties, school meetings, etc. The bus driver has the obligation to get children to and from school safely and on time. 

Misbehavior of children may interfere with the bus driver’s job and may cause a serious accident. Pupils must obey the directions of the driver and the rules for riding the bus. Those who fail to do so will receive warning notices and may be excluded from riding. See Transportation Policy #709 

Criminal Background Checks

With the intention of providing a safe environment for our students, the Lake Superior School District will follow legal obligations in acquiring criminal background checks for employees, coaches, and volunteers when required. 

The school district will seek criminal history background checks for all applicants who receive an offer of employment with the school district. The school district also will seek criminal history background checks for all individuals, except enrolled student volunteers, who are offered the opportunity to provide athletic coaching services or other extracurricular academic coaching services to the school district, regardless of whether compensation is paid. These positions include, but are not limited to, all athletic coaches, extracurricular academic coaches, assistants, and advisors. The school district may elect to seek criminal history background checks for other volunteers, independent contractors, and student employees. 

Crisis Management 

The school district has developed a “Crisis Management” policy. Each school building has its own building-specific crisis management plan. For more information as to the district- and school-specific plans contact the district office or building principal . 

The “Crisis Management” policy addresses a range of potential crisis situations in the school district. The school district has developed general crisis procedures for securing buildings, classroom evacuation, campus evacuation, sheltering, and communication procedures. The school district will conduct lock-down drills, fire drills, and a tornado drill. Building plans include classroom and building evacuation procedures. The Crisis Management policy is policy 806. ISD381 policies 

Emergency Contact Information:
In case of an emergency, parents/guardians will be contacted through the Instant Alert system via phone and email. 

Fire, Lockdown, and Severe Weather Awareness Drills:
Drills are required by law and will be practiced with discipline and purpose. Throughout the year we will hold 5 lockdowns, 5 fire and 1 severe weather drill. Students should follow teacher directions completely 

Communicable Diseases: 

To protect other students from contagious illnesses, students infected with certain diseases such as chicken pox, measles etc are not allowed to come to school while contagious. If a parent or guardian suspects that his/her child has a communicable or contagious disease, the parent or guardian should contact the school nurse or principal so that other students who might have been exposed to the disease can be alerted. 

Students with certain communicable diseases will not be excluded from attending school in their usual daily attendance settings as long as their health permits and their attendance does not create a significant risk of transmitting the illness to other students or school district employees. The school district will determine on a case-by-case basis whether a contagious student’s attendance creates a significant risk of transmitting the illness to others. 

Counseling and Guidance Program 

Guidance services are planned to help each student get the most out of the school program. Assistance is given by teachers and administrators as well as our counselors. All students are encouraged to go to the guidance office and talk with the counselor regarding any concerns that they might have. The counselor may help students with educational programs planning, study habits, personal and home problems, health concerns, social questions, career planning and decision making. Students should feel free to discuss their interests, plans, and difficulties. During the year, students may be asked to become a member of a small group that meets on a regular basis with the counselor. Individual and group concerns, as well as the development of positive interpersonal values, are stressed at these meetings. Students are asked to come individually when the counselor deems appropriate. 

Elementary Counselors 

At the elementary level, the counselor provides developmental education through classroom lessons and group or individual counseling for educational, personal, and social concerns. Your school has a full-time counselor to work with students who have been referred or who request to speak to her. If you need help arranging this, contact your child’s teacher or the office 

Emergency/Crisis Dismissal & Student Release Protocol 

Certain situations may warrant the dismissal of students from school early or from an alternate location. In the event of a crisis during the school day parents may wish to sign students out for the remainder of the day. Please refer to the following guidelines for dismissing or releasing students. 

EVACUATION In the event that students are evacuated from the school and school is dismissed, you will receive a message from the instant alert system. It will provide detailed information regarding how and where to pick up your child. Please leave the school telephone line open for emergency personnel. If the nature of the emergency allows, students on a regular bus route will proceed to their bus. The parent or legal guardian must report to the office to pick up their child. 

LOCK DOWN Lock Down situations are very serious. If a lockdown situation is required, parents should not proceed to the school. Students will not be released during a lockdown. Parents who proceed to the school property during a lockdown will be considered hostile and placed under arrest by law enforcement officials. Parents should stay off the phone and wait for the instant alert message providing detailed instructions as to the situation and how and when to proceed. 

SEVERE WEATHER/SHELTERING Students will be released in a severe weather or sheltering emergency following established sign out procedures. 

The School District has carefully designed plans to ensure children are safe during emergency situations: It would not be possible to outline all these procedures in this handbook, If parents would like more information they should contact the school principal. 

First Aid:

The nurse’s office in each building is equipped to handle minor injuries requiring first aid. If the nurse’s office is not open, assistance can be sought from the building’s administrative office. If a student experiences a more serious medical emergency at school, 911 will be called and/or a parent/guardian will be contacted depending on the situation. 

The district has installed automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in each building in site specific locations. Tampering with any AED is prohibited and may result in discipline. Naloxone will be available at each building site and staff will be trained on how to administer this medication. 

Health Services 

The student health office is staffed by a certified School Nurse. Students who become sick at school should report to the nurse’s office. The School Nurse will arrange for students who get sick at school to go home early. A parent/guardian should notify the school office if his/her child is unable to attend school because of illness. Vision and hearing screenings occur once throughout the school year at various grade levels. Vision testing will be done routinely and upon the request from the teacher and/or parent. Hearing screening will also be done routinely and upon the request from a teacher and/or parent. Please inform us if your child has special health problems so we may plan a program accordingly. In a like manner, we will inform individual families of any new health problem we detect. 

Illness

The school provides the best first aid possible. The nurse’s office does not diagnose illnesses or assume care that may be required by a doctor. All injuries are referred to the nurse’s office where first aid is administered. If judged serious, parents will be notified. In any questionable situations, parents will be called or adults listed on the emergency form if parents cannot be reached. 

Parental information regarding illness - the child/youth should stay home if he/she:
● Has had a fever of 100 degrees or more, and should remain at home for 24 hours after the temperature returns to normal.
● Has vomited or had diarrhea, and should remain at home for 24 hours after it has stopped.
● Has a persistent cough
● Has any rash, open or draining skin sores
● Has inflamed or draining eyes or ears.
● If your child is ill, please notify the school. Illness during the school day: School officials are responsible for a student once they board the bus or report to school in the A.M. Therefore, any student who leaves school during the day without medical clearance from the school nurse, assistant principal or principal will be truant. 

A child is usually sent to the nurse’s office if they report they are ill during the school day, or if the teacher observes that a child is not feeling well. The child’s complaints are checked and sometimes only a short rest is needed in the nurse’s office. However, if a child has an elevated temperature, symptoms of an upper respiratory infection, rash, pain, or vomiting, the parents will be called to come and take their child home. If a doctor has confirmed that a child has contracted a contagious disease, the parent/guardian should inform the school nurse. Parents of other children may then be cautioned to watch for signs of the disease and help prevent its spread throughout the classroom. 

Immunizations

We encourage all students to receive vaccination to protect themselves, their families and those who cannot receive the protection of vaccination. All students must have documentation of full immunization according to Minnesota state statute. If vaccination is not possible due to a medical condition, the district must have a health care provider's signature indicating the need for exemption. In case of conscientious exemption, the district must have a notarized form with parent signature. Students new to the district have 30 days to receive needed vaccinations. Any student who is continuing enrollment must be fully vaccinated or provide the required documentation by the first day of school. Additional vaccinations required for students entering 7th grade are TDaP (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) booster vaccination and at least one meningococcal vaccination. If there are any questions or need assistance in obtaining immunizations, please contact the School nurse. 

Medications

The district encourages families to limit school administered medications to those that are absolutely necessary. If it is necessary for your child to receive medication at school, the school district requires:
● Permission to administer medication: A Medication Authorization form signed by the parent/ guardian with the provider’s name on it for each medication to be given. Slips are available in the nurse’s office and available on the District Website.
● Medication provided by parent/ guardian: The parent/ guardian must provide any medications, including over-the-counter medicine. We will continue to have cough drops but will no longer be able to give OTC medicine unless provided from home.
● Medication containers: All medications must be in the properly labeled container. We will not give medication unless it is in the original container or pharmacy bottle.
● Over-the-counter (OTC) medication: School personnel cannot give any over-the-counter medication to students without a Medication Authorization form signed by the parent and with the provider’s name and that medicine provided from home.
● Inhalers and epipens: Students may carry their inhalers or epipens, with parent and doctor’s permission and the signed Medication Authorization form returned to the Nurse's Office. Students are encouraged to keep an inhaler in the nurse’s office for emergency use in case they’ve forgotten theirs at home.
● The nurse will administer prescribed medication. In the absence of the nurse, the medication will be dispensed by a designee named by the principal in consultation with the nurse. Children will be allowed to carry and self-administer medications only with a physician’s and parent’s written permission, in cases of potential emergency 
● Medical marijuana in any form is not allowed on school property even if prescribed. 

Pesticide Application Notice

The school district utilizes a licensed, professional pest-control firm for the prevention and control of rodents, insects, and other pests in and around the district’s buildings. The program consists of: 

● Inspection and monitoring to determine whether pests are present and to determine the type of treatment required.
● Recommendations for maintenance and sanitation to help eliminate pests without the need for pest-control materials.
● Utilization of non-chemical measures such as traps, caulking, screening and the application of EPA-registered pest-control materials when needed. 

Since pests can sting, bite, and cause contamination, damage to property, and spread disease, the district will make every attempt to control them. Because the long-term health effects on children from the application of such pesticides or the class of chemicals to which they belong may not be fully understood, the district will sparingly use chemicals to control pests. All pest control materials are chosen and applied according to label directions as per federal law. Facilities Management will schedule pest control response actions requiring the use of pesticides during days when school is not in session. For a listing of when pesticides are scheduled to be applied, please contact the district office at 218-834-8201. 

Restricted Contact With a Student

It is the parent’s/guardian’s responsibility to inform and provide the school with current documentation if anyone is legally restricted from contact with a child. 

School Security

The safety of students on campus and at school-related activities is a high priority of the district. While district-wide safety procedures are in place, student and parent cooperation is essential to ensuring school safety. Please contact the building principal with specific questions. 

Security During school hours
There will be one entry point into the building, monitored by school personnel. All visitors and students entering the building during the school day must use the security entrance and register with the school. 

Visitor Screening:
Visitors are required to provide proof of identification and may be screened through the school's visitor management software before being granted a visitor's pass. The visitor badge must be visible at all times while in the building. 

DISMISSAL DURING THE SCHOOL DAY
Please report to the security entrance/office if you must pick your child up during the school day. You may be asked to show a picture I.D. The student will be called out of class by the office staff. A parent/guardian must provide a written note if someone else has been given permission to pick his/her child up from school. This regulation is for the safety of your child. 

Suicide Prevention Information 

The school district issues identification cards to students in junior high school and high school, contact information for the 988 Suicide and Crisis LifeLine (988 LifeLine), the Crisis Text line, and the county mobile crisis services is printed on the back of the student id card. 

Visitors in District Buildings 

Persons other than THHS students or staff are regarded as visitors and need to park and enter through the visitor security entrances. A visitor badge/sticker must be worn during the time in the building. 

Schools will recognize student visitors in only the following two situations:
● Students from other schools who are considering a transfer to the school. Their visit must be arranged by their parents or guardians at least 2 days in advance and must include an appointment made with a counselor.
● Students who have a guest from another country may also be granted a visitor’s pass if it is arranged in advance with an administrator.
● Student visits for any other reason will not be permitted. 

Parents/guardians and community members are welcome to visit the schools. To ensure the safety of those in the school and to avoid disruption to the learning environment, all visitors must enter at the secured entrance at each site with the exception of events open to the public. All visitors will be required to sign in and to wear a “visitors badge” while in the building during the school day. Visitors must have the approval of the principal before visiting a classroom during instructional time. An individual or group may be denied permission to visit a school or school property, or such permission may be revoked, if the visitor does not comply with school district procedures or if the visit is not in the best interests of the students, employee, or the school district. Students are not allowed to bring visitors to school without prior permission from the principal. 

Weather Policy 

The decision of sending or not sending children to school in stormy weather is the responsibility of the parent. In the event that the schools are closed because of severe weather conditions you will be notified by the district’s Instant Alert System. Please be sure you have all phone numbers you want called indicated on the student enrollment form. An announcement will be made on the radio station KDAL (610) and Television Channel 6. 

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Part V: SCHOOL SPECIFIC INFORMATION

MINNEHAHA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Minnehaha Welcome Message

The Minnehaha staff welcomes you. In addition to educating your child, it is our responsibility to provide a safe learning environment in which all students will learn. We invite you to become involved in the education of your child(ren). We hope this handbook will clearly define the rules and guidelines in order to promote consistent and fair treatment of all students and an atmosphere of open communication. 

Minnehaha Vision and Mission Statement

VISION

Minnehaha Elementary School, in partnership with students, parents, and community, is committed to creating a safe, nurturing environment that instills in every student, a passion for lifelong learning 

MISSION 

Our school community strives to achieve the following principles:
* To create a safe and friendly environment where each individual student's academic and social needs can be met.
* To relate real life experiences to the curriculum.
* To emphasize hands-on learning as vital to a child's learning.
* To use technology and a variety of teaching materials.
* To create opportunities for discussion among children, and between children and adults.
* To utilize cooperative small group activities to support learning and to provide an opportunity for social and emotional development.
* To promote reading, writing, communication, problem solving, and mathematics which are essential for success in our changing society.
* To assist children as they continue to develop self-control and a sense of responsibility for their actions.
* To nurture and strengthen the child's development in attitude, behavior, and responsibility through the use of positive modeling and high expectations. 

Minnehaha School Contacts

Principal Brett Archer
Secretary Courtney Brandt

Minnehaha Important Dates

2023-2024:

May 31 Graduation
June 6 End of Quarter 4 (Second Semester, Last Day of school)
June 7 Teacher Professional Day (No students) 

2024-2025:

September 24 School Picture Day

October 22 School Picture Retake Day

Minnehaha School Schedule

SCHOOL HOURS Parents/guardians should not send their children to school more than ten (10) minutes before the school day begins. Time prior to the start of the school day is used by teachers to prepare for the day's work. Doors open at 7:30AM and school begins at 7:50 AM and is dismissed at 3:20 PM. 

Students should not be at school prior to 7:30, as there will be no supervision on site for them. Student dismissal will begin at 3:15. 

PARENTS- with construction taking place in and around the building we may make modifications to our arrival and dismissal procedures. These changes will be forwarded to all parents as needed 

Minnehaha Behavior Expectations

MISSION

 Minnehaha Elementary School, in partnership with students, parents, and community, is committed to creating a safe, nurturing environment that instills in every student a passion for life-long learning. VISION: Our school community strives to achieve the following principles:
● To create a safe and friendly environment where each individual student's academic and social needs can be met.
● To relate real life experiences to the curriculum.
● To emphasize hand-on learning as vital to a child's learning.
● To use technology and a variety of teaching materials.
● To create opportunities for discussion among children, and between children and adults.
● To utilize cooperative small group activities to support learning and to provide an opportunity for social and emotional development.
● To promote reading, writing, communication, problem solving, and mathematics which are essential for success in
● our changing society.
● To assist children as they continue to develop self-control and a sense of responsibility for their actions.
● To nurture and strengthen the child's development in attitude, behavior, and responsibility through the use of positive
● modeling and high expectations. 

MAJOR EXPECTATIONS:
● BE SAFE- Being safe means that no one gets hurt physically or emotionally
● BE RESPECTFUL- Being respectful means to be polite, cooperative and caring of others
● BE RESPONSIBLE- Being responsible means to be dependable, trustworthy and hardworking with schoolwork and with people. 

Minnehaha Academic Programs

PHYSICAL EDUCATION Specialists teach physical education to students in grades K-5 every other day. Tennis shoes are required for safe participation in physical education. 

MUSIC PROGRAM INSTRUCTION A specialist teaches music to all students in grades K-5 for forty-five minutes every other day. A program is at different times of the year depending on your child's grade. 

TWO HARBORS HIGH SCHOOL

THHS Contact Information

Principal: Gina Kleive
Assistant Principal: Michael Emerson
Principal Secretary: Jenny Falk
Activity Director: Scott Ross
Counselor (grades 6-9): Katrina Thonmpson
Counselor (Grades 10-12) Callie Lindmeyer
Counselor Secretary: Ann Gilbert

THHS Important Dates

2023 - 2024:

May 7 Quarter 4 Mid-Term
May 13 Senior Class Trip
May 18 Prom
May 20 Athletic Awards Program
May 22 Honors Night
May 27 Memorial Day (No school for students/staff)
May 29 Senior's Last Day
May 31 School in session for Staff & Students
May 31 Graduation
June 6 End of Quarter 4 (Second Semester, Last Day of school)
June 7 Teacher Professional Day (No students) 

2024-2025:

September 7 First Day of School

THHS Daily Schedule

High School
Period Start Time Stop Time
Check-In 7:50 8:00
1 8:00 8:54
2 8:58 9:52
3 9:56 10:50
4 10:54 11:24
5A Class 11:52 12:46
5A Lunch 11:52 12:22
5B Class 12:26 1:20
5B Lunch 12:50 1:20
6 1:24 2:18
7 2:22 3:16
HR 3:20 3:40

Middle School
Period Start Time Stop Time
Check-In 7:50 8:00
1 8:00 8:54
2 8:58 9:52
3 9:56 10:50
Lunch 10:54 11:24
4 11:28 12:22
5 12:26 1:20
6 1:24 2:18
7 2:22 3:16
HR 3:20 3:40

THHS 2-Hour Late Start Schedule

High School
Period Start Time Stop Time
2 10:00 10:41
3 10:45 11:26
4 11:30 12:11
5A Class 12:15 12:56
5A Lunch 12:15 12:40
5B Class 12:44 1:25
5B Lunch 1:00 1:25
6 1:29 2:10
7 2:14 2:56
1 3:00 3:40

Middle School
Period Start Time Stop Time
2 10:00 10:41
3 10:45 11:26
Lunch 11:30 11:55
4 11:59 12:40
5 12:44 1:25
6 1:29 2:10
7 2:14 2:56
1 3:00 3:40

THHS Daily Announcements 

Notices of daily happenings, official announcements and other information will be read daily at the beginning of the homeroom period. All students are responsible for information provided in the daily announcements. Students will recite the Pledge of Allegiance at least once per week. Any person who does not wish to participate in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance for any personal reason may elect not to do so. Students must respect another person’s right to make that choice. Students who wish to have messages posted must email the information to the Main Office for approval by 1:00 p.m. the day before posting. The administration reserves the right to edit or deny any inappropriate messages. 

THHS School Song

For the NorthShore teams, they fall in line We are going to win this game another time For the NorthShore teams, they yell and yell For the colors that they love so well, so well We are going to fight for THHS, we are going to put them on the top We are going to fight for our dear high school, high school Rah rah rah 

WILLIAM KELLEY ELEMENTARY 

WKES Contact Information

Principal Dan Johnson
Principal Secretary Jaime Hipple
Activity Director Kelly Ollila
Counselor (Elementary) Jo Martinez
Counselor (High School) Rachelle Johnson
Counseling and Attendance Secretary Michelle Ketola

WILLIAM KELLEY HIGH SCHOOL

WKHS Contact Information

Principal Dan Johnson
Principal Secretary Jaime Hipple
Activity Director Kelly Ollila
Counselor (Elementary) Jo Martinez
Counselor (High School) Rachelle Johnson
Counseling and Attendance Secretary Michelle Ketola

WKHS Important Dates

WKHS Important Dates

2024-2025

September 6 First Day of School

WKHS Daily Schedule

WKHS Daily Announcements

Notices of daily happenings, official announcements and other information will be read daily at the beginning of the homeroom period. All students are responsible for information provided in the daily announcements. Students who wish to have messages posted must give the information to the Main Office for approval the day before posting. The administration reserves the right to edit or deny any messages.