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2014—2015
Hayes Elementary PTSA Handbook and Calendar
1501 Kennesaw Due West Road Kennesaw, GA 30152
Office: 678-594-8127 Fax: 678-594-8129 Office Hours: 7:20am - 3:20pm
Cafeteria: 678-594-8128 Counselors: 678-594-6130
Principal
Teressa R. Watson
Asst. Principal Chris Michael
Websites
Hayes Elementary PTSA: www.hayesptsa.org
Hayes Elementary School: www.cobbk12.org/Hayes
Cobb County Public Schools: www.cobbk12.org
Georgia Dept. of Education: www.doe.k12.ga.us
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2014-2015
Cobb County Board of Education Members
*Randy Scamihorn Post 1 ▪ [email protected]
Tim Stultz Post 2 ▪ [email protected]
David Morgan Post 3 ▪ [email protected]
Kathleen Angelucci Post 4 ▪ [email protected]
David Banks Post 5 ▪ [email protected]
Scott Sweeney Post 6 ▪ [email protected]
Brad Wheeler Post 7 ▪ [email protected]
Chris Ragsdale Superintendent ▪ [email protected]
*represents Hayes Elementary School
Superintendent
Chris Ragsdale
Our success as the 2nd largest school district in Georgia is evidenced through our students, and we help them maximize their learning potential through a firm commitment to hiring quality teachers, engaging our families, and partnering with our community.
In Cobb our students outpace their peers across the
nation on standardized tests, many of our schools
are state and national schools of excellence, and
our graduation rate of 84% is one of the highest in
country. We offer a variety of opportunities for
students and you’ll find it all on our website.
www.cobbk12.org
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At Hayes Elementary…great happens here! We are super excited about the numerous opportunities that this year will bring. As a spirit of excitement and great expectation fills the air, our teachers, staff, PTSA and Partners in Education have synergized to ensure that this year will be the best ever. As you thumb through the pages of this calendar, you can see that we have a very exciting year in store for all, so I encourage you to mark your personal calendars and get on board with us.
With increased parental involvement and strong community partnerships, we continue to move in the right direction. We remain committed to the vision and mission of Hayes.
VISION: Working Together to Ensure Success for All
MISSION: Developing Future Leaders to Impact Community and Global Change
As the year progresses, expect that you will be invited to become actively involved in all that we do here. Look for educational experiences, programs and activities that will help develop your children -- our students -- into young leaders who will take charge of their lives with confidence. The Hayes Elementary staff promises to do our very best to ensure that each student has a motivating, challenging and safe learning experience during the 2014 - 2015 school year. By the end of this school year, students will achieve academically, but will also build character and leadership skills that will help them beyond school walls and set them apart from their peers outside of Hayes.
Parents, please get involved and be involved in your child’s education. This can be achieved by participating in two-way communication with the school; by joining and supporting our wonderful PTSA; by volunteering as a school helper or as a classroom helper; by being a Watch D.O.G.; or by attending events and activities at Hayes. We also offer opportunities for involvement through our Student, Family, and Community Involvement Committee. Choose one, and choose to make a difference!
It is both an honor and a pleasure to serve as principal of Hayes Elementary School. I recognize that educating your children is a privilege and an awesome responsibility. I thank each of you for the opportunity. Feel free to call on me as we continue “Working Together to Ensure Success for All.”
Looking forward to a great year,
Teressa R. Watson
Principal
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Hayes Elementary School is proud to
say that we are a Leader in Me
school. This is our second year
implementing the program and have
found it to be very successful! We are
all leaders at Hayes Elementary! At
our school, leadership is doing the
right thing, even when no one is
watching. The Leader in Me equips
students with the self-confidence and
skills they need to thrive in the
21st—century economy.
To learn more check out their
website at: www.theleaderinme.org
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Chick-fil-A 830 Ernest Barrett Parkway
Kennesaw, GA 30144 770-421-8650
www.chick-fil-a.com
Kirkwood Presbyterian Church
618 Acworth Due West Road
770-427-3545
http://kirkwoodpc.org
Publix Supermarket #769 1635 Old Hwy. 41
Kennesaw, GA 30127 770-426-5299 www.publix.com
West Cobb Chiropractic 1041 Dallas Hwy., Ste. H
Powder Springs, GA 30127 770-919-7171
www.westcobbchiropractic.com
Walton Communities 2181 Newmarket Parkway
Marietta, GA 30067 678-303-4116
www.waltoncommunities.com
Sparkles Roller Rinks—Kennesaw
1000 McCollum Parkway NW
Kennesaw, GA 30144
770-428-3941
Creative Cuts Landscaping
770-757-9891
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On The Boarder
790 Cobb Place Blvd
Kennesaw, GA 30144
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Lifebridge Church
3501 Loring Road
Suite 140
Kennesaw, GA 30152
770-422-3010
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Eaton Chiropractic
2847 S. Main Street
Kennesaw, GA 30144
770-429-9733
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Minuteman Press
2680 North Cobb Pkwy Suite G
Kennesaw, GA 30152
770-627-3086their
KSU
Kennesaw State University
1000 Chastain Road
Kennesaw, GA 30144
770-423-6000
Marietta Lost Mountain
Golden Kiwanis Club #K15190
West Cobb Senior Center 4915 Dallas Hwy
Marietta, GA 30127
Stevi B’s
2500 Dallas Hwy
Marietta, GA 30064
678-354-5694
Zaxby’s
1640 Old Hwy 41 Kennesaw, GA 30152
New Salem Baptist Church
836 New Salem Rd NW
Kennesaw, GA 30152
770-428-4630
Melissa Krudwig - "The Bear of Real Estate"
Cell: 770-310-3269 (TEXT)
Website: www.ThinkMelissa.com
Carrabbas Italian Grill
1160 Ernest Barrett Pkwy
Kennesaw, GA 30144
770-499-0338
Sanctuary
700 Mars Hill Road
Kennesaw, GA 30152
770-884-1963
Mathnasium
West Marietta
3405 Dallas Hwy SW
Suite 502
Marietta, GA 30064
Metropolitan Dental Associates
840 Kennesaw Ave, Suite 2
Marietta, GA 30060
404-787-3022
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Teacher of the Year!!!!
Reyna Barden
I am honored to represent Hayes as Teacher of the Year for 2014-2015. I have
worked at Hayes for 8 years teaching 4th grade and now 2nd grade. I truly love
working with the second graders and the awesome teachers. My goal is that I reach
every student and guide them to their highest potential. I believe all students can
learn when challenged and given the proper environment.
I love Hayes and the community and look forward to another wonderful school year
working with the student, parents, and teachers.
Hayes is a great place to work. I am very fortunate to work with some of the best
teachers in Cobb.
Thank you Hayes faculty and staff.
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Hayes Elementary PTSA Officers
Co—President Lea Tatum 404-502-4603 [email protected]
Co—President Linda White 916-730-2410 [email protected]
Vice President Melissa Smith 914-557-3955 [email protected]
Secretary Kate Millholland 678-520-3958 [email protected]
Treasurer Beverly Pleinis 678-860-3202 [email protected]
Tom Mathis, Sr. Council Officers
President Lori Sweet [email protected]
1st Vice President Jessalyn Anglin [email protected]
2nd Vice President Leslie Davids [email protected]
Secretary Marcie Tarwarter [email protected]
Treasurer OPEN
9th District Director GA PTA President National PTA President Irene Barton Rita Erves Otha Thornton
[email protected] [email protected] http://onevoice.pta.org/
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PTA Mission:
To support and speak on behalf of children and youth in the schools, in the community and before government bodies and other organizations that make decisions affecting children
To assist parents in developing the skills they need to raise and protect their children
To encourage parent and public involvement in the public schools of the nation
PTA Purpose:
To promote the welfare of the children and youth in home, school, community and place of worship
To raise the standards of home life
To secure the adequate laws for the care and protection of children and youth
To bring in closer relation the home and the school, that parents and teachers may cooperate intelligently in the education of children and youth
To develop between educators and the general public such united efforts as will secure for all children and youth the highest advantages in physical, mental, social and spiritual education
Hayes Elementary PTSA Goals:
To encourage and support student success through increased parent involvement
Improve community engagement and involvement
To support the purpose and mission of the National PTA
The procedures and requirements for operation of this local unit are set forth in the Georgia PTA bylaws.
It is a self-governing body as set forth by the Hayes Elementary PTSA by-laws, which are on file with the secretary.
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Dear Hayes Family and Friends,
On behalf of the Hayes Elementary PTSA Officers, we would like to welcome you all back to school as we
prepare for a truly great 2014 – 2015 school year!
Our administration and educators have many exciting new things planned for the upcoming year and are looking
forward to continued success with our Leader in Me program. Our wonderful Partners in Education will be more
involved than ever supporting our kids and families at Hayes. Lastly, our PTSA officers are committed to
providing support for each parent, teacher and student at Hayes – but we need your help!
The #1 reason to join our PTSA and get involved is to support your child! Any contribution you make to Hayes,
no matter how large or small, is vital to the success of your student. Here are some other reasons to join PTSA
and lend a helping hand:
Get Connected. There’s no better way to know what’s happening in your school.
Tap into a Network. Parenting is not easy—it helps to share ideas, concerns and experiences with other
parents and educators in the community. PTA functions are great opportunities to meet other parents and
members of your community.
Watch Yourself Grow. By volunteering with your PTA, you gain valuable experiences. It’s an opportunity to put
your skills and hobbies to good use for a good cause
Witness Improvement. By getting involved at your child’s school you’ll be part of the solution.
By working together, we can all impact positive growth in our kids, our school and in our community! The PTSA
officers welcome your input at any time and we appreciate new ideas and suggestions. We look forward to
hearing from you!
Warm Regards,
Lea Tatum and Linda White
Co-PTSA Presidents 2014-2015
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Special Committee Chair: Phone: Email: Standing Committee:
Membership Chair:
Kate Millholland
Webite Nicole Burt [email protected]
Yearbook Kate Millholland 678-520-3958 [email protected]
Maria Delucca [email protected]
Meet and Greet PTSA
Community Outreach Lindsay Corris [email protected] Family Outreach Chair:
Beverly Pleinis
Hospitality BJ McFarland [email protected]
International Day/Cultural Arts
Family Fun Nights/Skate Nights Beverly Pleinis 678-860-3202 [email protected]
Fall Fundraiser Lea Tatum 404-502-4603 [email protected]
Fundraising Chair:
Lea Tatum
Holiday Breakfast Lea Tatum 404-502-4603 [email protected]
Book Fair Melissa Horgan [email protected]
Box Tops Nicole Burt [email protected]
Campbell Soup Labels Nicole Burt [email protected]
Coke Nicole Burt [email protected]
TrueBlue Ga Natural Gas Beverly Pleinis 678-860-3202 [email protected]
Spirit Wear Melissa Smith 914-557-3955 [email protected]
Watch D.O.G.S. Keysha Bradley [email protected]
Volunteers/Recognition Chair:
Beverly Pleinis
Room Parents Linda White 916-730-2410 [email protected]
Melissa Horgan [email protected]
Front Office/Media Center Pamela Stone [email protected]
Teachers of the Month Lacy Adams [email protected]
Reflections Beth Matuszek [email protected] Education Enrichment Chair:
Beverly Pleinis
Health & Safety/Red Ribbon PTSA
Science Fair Beverly Pleinis 678-860-3202 [email protected]
Afternoon Enrichment
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Why Join the PTA/PTSA
What is PTA? Why join PTA? The number one reason to join the Parent Teacher Association is to benefit your child. In doing so, you also help your school. But there are many more PTA advantages:
Get Connected. There’s no better way to know what’s happening in your school.
Discover Great Resources. The PTA offers a variety of programs designed for parents as well as students.
Tap into a Network. PTA functions are opportunities to meet other parents and teachers, building rapport and discussing issues that are on your mind. You an share ideas, concerns, and experiences.
Watch Yourself Grow. By volunteering with your PTA, you put your skills and hobbies to use for a noble cause—your child and all children in the community.
Speak Up. PTA can be a way for you to more effectively suggest change at your child’s school.
Witness Improvement. By getting involved at your child’s school you’ll be part of the solution, helping make positive changes. Local PTAs play an important role in fundraising to provide building improvements, curriculum-based programs, and social events.
Be a Role Model. By becoming a PTA member, you’ll be demonstrating to your child the importance you place on education.
Enjoy Substantial Benefits. Individuals and local units can take advantage of a host of benefits from PTA membership including discounts and offers from member benefits providers and sponsors, magazine subscriptions, leadership training, e-newsletters and much more.
For less than 3 cents a day, you can become a PTA member, joining more
than 5 million other people who share your interest in issues affecting
children. Everyone—parents, educators, students and other citizens active
in their schools and communities—is invited to join our not-for-profit
parent association.
2014-2015 PROPOSED PTSA Operating Budget
INCOME
Carryover from 13-14 $19,172.00
Afternoon Enrichment Classes $720
Recorders $1,200
Donations (Publix, Box Tops) $2,950
Fundraisers $24,950
PTSA Memberships $900
Spirit Wear $5,500
Total $55,392
EXPENSE
Community Outreach $7,500
Agendas/Recorders/Yearbooks $10,891
Educational Enrichment $14,236
Spiritwear $3,500
Landscaping $3,000
Priority Projects $6,000
PTSA Operations $3,665
Scholarships/Donations $2,100
Staff/Volunteer Appreciation $4,500
Total $55,392
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PTSA Annual Student Educational Programs
Reflections 2014-2015 Theme:
“The world would be a better place
if…” The National PTA Reflections Program is an arts recognition and achievement program for students. The program provides opportunities for students to express themselves creatively and to receive positive recognition for original works of art inspired by a pre-selected theme, while increasing community awareness on the importance of the arts in education. Participation in the Reflections Program a great way for students to explore and learn about various art forms. Creating art is a valuable learning process that challenges students to use their critical thinking skills as well as their creative talents. Reflections packets are sent home with students in the fall. All participants will be invited to the awards ceremony in November. Local school winners go on to be judged at the council level, then possibly on to district/state and national levels.
Useful website:
http://www.georgiapta.org/leadership-reflections.html
Science Fair Start planning now for your
Science Fair Project!
Useful websites:
http://www.all-science-fair-projects.com/
http://www.sciencebuddies.org/
Start your research now!
Look for the due date information, rules and
guidelines later in the school year.
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Skate Night 4pm - 8pm
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Lost & Found
to be donated.
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August 2014
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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
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LABOR DAY
SCHOOL CLOSED
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Open House & PTSA General Mtg
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School Pictures
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Progress Reports Go Home
Custodian/Maintenance
Appreciation Day
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Sparkles
Skate Night 4pm - 8pm
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Fall Fundraiser
Begins!!!!
Pep Rally
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UNCLAIMED
Lost & Found
to be donated.
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September 2014
Fall Break—No School
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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
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Treat
PTSA Executive 8am
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End of 1st Quarter
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ITBS Testing –
3rdand 5th
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School Pictures Make-Ups
Fall Fundraiser Ends
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Fall Festival
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Sparkles
Skate Night 4pm - 8pm
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Report Cards
Go Home
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UNCLAIMED
Lost & Found
to be donated.
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Sports Day
Awards Day
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Tacky Wacky Day
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College day
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Spirit Wear Day
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Pajama Day
HALLOWEEN
October 2014
CONFERENCE WEEK—early release—2 hrs early
Bus Driver Appreciation Week
Cogat Testing – 1st and 3rd
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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
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Savings Time Ends
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Veteran’s Day
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PTSA Executive 8am
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Sparkles
Skate Night 4pm - 8pm
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Progress Reports Go Home
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November 2014
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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
PTSA General Mg
3rd Grade
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Music Performance 6:30pm
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Breakfast 9am-11am
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Sparkles
Skate Night 4pm - 8pm
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End of 2nd Quarter
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UNCLAIMED
Lost & Found
to be donated.
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December 2014
PTSA Scholastic Book Fair Week—volunteers needed
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Teacher Workday
School Closed
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Go Home
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Awards Day
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School Closed
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“Soupper”
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PTSA Executive 8am
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Lost & Found
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Sparkles
Skate Night 4pm - 8pm
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January 2015
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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
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PTSA
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6:30pm
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Progress Reports Go Home
Volunteer Brunch
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PTSA Executive 8am
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Sparkles
Skate Night 4pm - 8pm
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Lost & Found
to be donated.
February 2015
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Time Begins
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PTSA Executive 8am
Report Cards
Go Home
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Sparkles
Skate Night 4pm - 8pm
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Awards Day
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School Pictures Class Pictures
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Kindergarten Registration
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and Outdoor
Movie!!!!
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Lost & Found
to be donated.
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March 2015
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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
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PTSA General Mtg
Music Performance
Kindergarten
6:30pm
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Picture
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Administrative Professionals Day
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Sparkles
Skate Night 4pm - 8pm
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Progress Reports Go Home
FUN RUN
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Lost & Found
to be donated
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April 2015
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PTSA Executive 8am
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Sparkles
Skate Night 4pm - 8pm
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Mother’s Day
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Lost & Found
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Last Day of
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MEMORIAL DAY
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION is taught to all children. Kindergarten through second grade is taught movement education, special awareness, and social interaction through low level games and activities. Third through fifth grades are taught intermediate/advanced skills, which are incorporated into team sports (soccer, basketball, bowling, etc). High-level games and activities are also used to incorporate lifelong guidelines.
THE MUSIC PROGRAM is a child-centered program designed with sequenced and thematic activities that build musical concepts and skills.
Familiar songs the children love to sing
Themes that connect to real life experiences
Appealing music that celebrates traditional American Heritage and reflects cultural diversity
A fully integrated curriculum across all content areas including phonics reinforcement and related literature
Related arts and movement throughout the lessons
Flexible and authentic assessment strategies
Integrated music technology that motivates and inspires
Lessons that reinforce the National Music Standards
THE ART PROGRAM - The main objective of the art program is to expose students to the basic principles of design – line, shape, form, color, texture, and pattern. The overall emphasis is creativity. Each grade level will explore these concepts through drawing, painting, sculpting, collage and printmaking. Student artwork is displayed in the hallways continually throughout the school year. Students will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
Artistic style/performance, following directions, conduct, respect for supplies, and originality.
RESPONSE TO INTERVENTION (RTI) The function of the RTI Team is to review and consider all available information about individual students who are having behavioral or academic difficulty in school and to discuss and recommend alternative instructional strategies to that student’s teacher. The RTI is composed of the classroom teacher, administrators, school psychologist, ILT, counselor, special education teacher, and other staff. SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES provide assistance to students who have been identified as: speech/language disordered, learning disabled, behavior disordered, orthopedically impaired. An individual educational plan (IEP) is developed for each identified student. Services are provided based on the IEP and the needs of the student.
SCHOOL COUNSELORS provide a developmental and proactive guidance program for all students. The counselors help students to know, understand, and accept themselves and others, and to become responsible for their own choices and actions through individual and group counseling and classroom guidance instructions. The counselors consult confidentially with teachers, parents, and other resources in the community and make referrals as needed. School counselors also serve as facilitators of the Student Support Team.
SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER works with students addressing concerns such as attendance and provides assistance to parents, teachers, administrators, and other school personnel in understanding student needs.
SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST administers appropriate psychological tests when appropriate and forms have been signed by parent(s), and evaluates and interprets the results of such tests to teachers, administrators, and parents. In addition, the psychologist works with the student support team in developing educational plans for students.
Program and Services at Hayes Elementary
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PARENTS AND VISITORS TO HAYES PARENTS AND VISITORS TO HAYES All parents and visitors are required by the Cobb County Board of Education to register in the school’s office. The sign-in sheet is located in the front office. ALL VISITORS and PARENTS must wear a visitor’s badge when in the school. The safety of our children is our first priority. Please adhere to these regulations. We ask that you not interrupt class/instruction time to speak with the teacher or drop off items. Leave items marked with student and teacher names in front office and they will be delivered to the room. If you need to speak with the teacher, please leave a note and he/she will call you.
ABSENCES When children are absent we must receive a written excuse. Write a note to your child’s homeroom teacher explaining the reason for your child’s absence from school. Include your child’s name, date of absence, reason for absence and the parent signature. Your child must have this note when returning to school. If your child leaves school before 11:15 a.m. he/she will be marked absent for the day. If we do not receive a written excuse within 3 days of the date of the absence, the absence will be considered unexcused. AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM (ASP) Our school offers an optional After School Program. The prepay program operates each school day beginning at 2:30 p.m. The cost of this program for each child is a one time registration fee of $10.00 and $35.00 per week or $7.00 per day. Additional information is available upon request. If your child is not picked up from afternoon dismissal by 2:40 p.m., he/she will be placed in ASP and the parent will charged appropriately. This is for your child’s safety. Should you be in arrears by two days, you will be notified and your child may not stay until all fees are paid in full. ATTENDANCE The law requires regular school attendance for all children between the ages of seven and sixteen. Regular attendance means actual attendance of a pupil during the entire day of school. We solicit your cooperation in planning appointments that will not interrupt school hours. Perfect attendance awards are given each semester to students who have had no absences, tardies or early leaves near the end of day. Superior attendance awards are given at the end of the school year to students who have had perfect attendance all year. BUS RIDERS Children who ride the buses are to ride only the bus to which they have been assigned and must board the bus and depart at their assigned stops. In order for a student to ride another bus (only in the event of an emergency) parents must write a note to the child’s homeroom teacher, explaining with whom he/she is to ride and on which bus. A school employee must sign the note and then the child should give it to his or her driver. CAR RIDERS If a child is transported by car (morning and afternoon), please drive in front of the building. Children may not be dropped off at school before 7:15 a.m. Staff members are on duty to monitor student safety in this area from 7:15 until 7:45 a.m. Please do not allow your child to get out of the car in any area other than the one designated as the car rider drop off as this could be very dangerous for your child. Please follow directions of the staff members to pick up your child. If a child is not picked up in the car rider line by 2:40 p.m., the child will be taken to the After School Program and the charge will be $7.00 plus the one time registration fee of $10, if not already registered. CLOSING SCHOOL DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER When the Cobb County School System is going to be closed because of inclement weather, the decision for closing schools must be made and given to the radio and television stations by 6:00 a.m. Most metro area radio stations will announce school closures right after the headlines on the hour and immediately following the weather. Please plan on having your children at school unless you have heard that all Cobb County Schools have been closed. Please DO NOT call the school office, as all phones lines must be used for emergencies.re
Hayes Elementary 2014-2015 Policies and Procedures
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CUSTODY OF CHILDREN School personnel are bound by the law to release children to either of their natural parents unless we have on file a copy of a court order which grants sole custody to one parent or the other or to a third party. If you are divorced or separated and the court has awarded the custody of your children to you, a complete copy of the court order MUST be on file in our office.
DRESS All elementary students may wear appropriate shorts, which are fingertip length, and are non-disruptive to the education process. Shorts must come down to the fingertips when arms are straight at the side. Clothing or ornamentation displaying or advertising substances illegal for minors is prohibited. Tank tops or tops with thin straps must not be worn. Clothes that expose the midriff or back are prohibited. Hats may not be worn. No tennis shoes with roller blade wheels attached may be worn. Flip flops are prohibited. Sneakers must be worn on PE days.
EARLY DISMISSAL Should there be an emergency and you need to pick up your child, come by the school office. DO NOT go directly to the classroom, cafeteria or playground for a student. If for any reason you will be picking up your child before school is out, please write a note to your child’s home room teacher indicating the time you will pick them up. If the student returns before the end of the day, sign him/her back in at the office. To minimize classroom interruptions we will not call for students between 1:45-2:30 p.m.
DISMISSAL/TRANSPORTATION CHANGES Please let the teacher know how your child will go home on a regular basis throughout the school year. If you need to change the way your child goes home a specific day or permanently, you MUST send a note. If a change is for a specific day, the note must come with the child in the morning or the parent must bring it in during the day. This procedure insures the safety and security of your child. No transportation changes can be made after 1:45pm.
ENTRANCE AGE The entrance age requirement for first year students is that the child must be six on or before September 1. An official birth certificate must be presented at the school as proof of age. A State Law allows students coming from an out-of-state school to attend first year if: (1) they will be six by December 31, (2) have spent a year in a certified kindergarten, (3) have not lived in Georgia for the two years prior to entering first year of school.
CELL PHONES
Cell phones are not to be seen or used during the regular school day as defined in the Cobb County Elementary Code—J ll Paragraph F Subsection 1: PERSONAL
COMMUNICATIONS/ELECTRONIC DEVICES: 1. Students shall not use, display, or turn on communication beepers, cellular phones, video phones, or electronic devices during the
regular school day, including instructional class time, class change time, recess periods, breakfast or lunch. No such devices may be used at any time on school-operated vehicles,
including buses.
Any cell phones seen or used will be confiscated and returned to a parent only during regular school hours.
FIELD TRIPS
Field trips at Hayes are an extension of the instructional program. Research has consistently shown that students learn both better and more by being exposed to the primary
resource through field trips. No student is ever denied these opportunities because of the inability or unwillingness of his parents/guardians to financially donate in support of those
activities. However, our field trips are funded through parent/guardian donation. If funds are insufficient to cover costs, the field trip will not be held.
HOMEWORK Homework is additional assignments assigned by the teacher to be completed at home that is meant to reinforce and review concepts and objectives currently being taught in the classroom. The purpose of homework is to help the child gain self-discipline, develop good work habits, enhance and extend his school experience and practice developing skills. It is recommended that a child be absent for at least 3 days before requesting homework from the teacher.
TAKE HOME FRIDAY A weekly classroom information/communication folder will be sent home each Friday with your child. It is very important that this folder is reviewed closely so that parents and families are aware of current activities in your child’s classroom and school.
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ILLNESSES AND ACCIDENTS Our clinic is staffed by a registered nurse in order to treat minor cuts and bruises (only) and to administer prescription medication with a signed medical release form. It is important that you keep an updated telephone number on file in the office. If for any reason your home or work numbers change, please notify the office. If a child is significantly ill, parents will be contacted to pick up their child. Clinic space is very limited, so please make every effort to pick up your child promptly if you are notified that your child needs to leave school
The main reasons for keeping your child home from school are:
- if he’s too sick to be comfortable at school
- if he might spread a contagious disease to other children
As a rule of thumb, a child should stay home if there is:
- fever over 100 F. While you can treat the fever and usually make the child feel better temporarily, the cause of the fever (and the risk of passing it on to others) still exists. Children with fever should stay home until there is no fever for 24 hours.
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- very frequent cough
- persistent pain (ear, stomach, etc.)
Whenever there is doubt about sending your child to school, consult your child’s doctor first.
IMMUNIZATIONS Georgia law requires that every child initially entering school in Georgia must have an adequate certificate of immunization. This certificate (Georgia DHR form 3132) must be signed by a physician licensed under the laws of the State of Georgia or by a qualified employee of the Health Department of Georgia.
LOST AND FOUND We suggest that you tag or write your child’s name in clothing and book bags/lunch boxes he or she wears and brings to school. The school maintains a lost and found area. You may look over the collection any time. Unclaimed items will be taken to a local homeless shelter at the end of each month.
LUNCHES/BREAKFASTS A nutritious and attractive lunch is served daily at Hayes. Student lunches are $2.15 daily, adult lunches are $3.25 daily. Extra milk is .60 cents per carton as is fruit juice drink. Breakfast is served from 7:15-7:30 a.m. for $1.25. Hayes Elementary uses a computerized program in the cafeteria. Instead of tickets, students put money in their personal account established by the cafeteria manager. When they eat a meal, the cost will be deducted from their balance. Lunch charges will not be allowed. For up-to-date menu prices and program information you can look on the FNS website: www.cobbk12.ga.us/~foodsvcs. We welcome parents to join us for lunch. Please notify your child’s teacher if you plan to purchase a school lunch when you visit. Parents are not allowed to bring in restaurant food to student in the cafeteria. Students who bring lunch may not bring in canned or bottled soft drinks.
MEDICATION Medication, with the exception of inhalers, is NOT allowed in classrooms. Please do not request teachers to administer any type of medicine. Children who have chronic conditions may make arrangements to have medication administered in the clinic. This will require a notice from a physician that medication is necessary during school hours. A local school medication form must be completed for each child for inhalers and medication to be administered. Children are not allowed to bring medication to school (with the exception of inhalers). Medication must be brought by the parent/guardian in the original container and a medication form must be filled out. If the medication is pills, it must be counted in the presence of the school nurse or by the office personnel.
PARTIES Cobb Board of Education Policy stipulates that only one party is allowed per year. The party is held just prior to winter holidays. Please do not request parties at other times of the year. No other parties may occur throughout the year.
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PERSONAL ITEMS Students are not allowed to bring any personal electronic games, cell phones, cameras, tape players, CD players, MP3 players, iPods, toys, novelties, pets, equipment, etc. to school unless given permission by a member of the staff. School Board Policy strictly prohibits knives of any sort.
SCHOOL HOURS We ask that no student be brought to school before 7:15 a.m. Until that time there is no one to provide supervision. Students should be picked up promptly in the afternoon.
SCHOOL INSURANCE School accident insurance is provided through the Cobb County Board of Education. It is offered by T.W. Lord Associates. Information regarding the insurance policy is provided in the Cobb County packet provided at the beginning of the school year or you may call (770) 427-2461.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER All students are required to have a Social Security number on file in the office. A waiver form may be signed if you object to using your child’s social security number and he/she will be given a county assigned number for school purposes only.
TARDIES Students who are not in the classroom at 7:50 a.m. are considered tardy, regardless of the traffic and poor weather conditions. The parent MUST come in with the child to sign him/her in. Cobb County provides bus transportation for all students who live in our district. We strongly encourage you to have your child ride the bus. If a bus arrives late, the children will not be counted as tardy.
TELEPHONE MESSAGES Please make sure your child has all the instructions for the day prior to leaving for school. Students are allowed to use the telephone for emergencies only.
TEXTBOOKS Textbooks for the children are provided through county and state funds and without cost to the child’s parents or guardians. In compliance with the textbook policy, all charges for lost or damaged textbooks must be paid in order to issue replacements. All textbooks issued to children will be their responsibility should the books be lost, damaged or stolen.
TRANSCRIPTS Request for transcripts to private school will be provided at no charge for the first request. For each additional copy thereafter, a charge of $3 will be imposed per copy.
TRANSPORTATION If there is a transportation problem parents should call the Cobb County School Department of Transportation at 678-594-8000.
TOBACCO Effective January 1, 1993, tobacco use shall be prohibited from all school system property.
Updated information on the following policies has been included in the Cobb County student/parent information packet for 2014-2015. These policies will not be detailed in this handbook. You may request the information from administration if you did not receive it in your packet or you can view these policies under Student Discipline at the Cobb County School District website: http://www.cobbk12.org
Alcohol/Prohibited Substances Weapons Bullying Sexual Harassment False Alarms, Bomb Threats and False Calls to Emergency Service Student Behavior Code Gang-Related Activity Removal from the Classroom Student Use of Tobacco
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Cobb County School District Form JLCD - 13
A community with a passion for learning!
School Health Services
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
MEDICATIONS AND HEALTH CARE AT SCHOOL
1. Does the school provide medications?
No, the school does not provide medication. Medication must be brought to the front office or school clinic by the parent/guardian except as
otherwise permitted. An “Authorization to Give Medication” Form JLCD-2 must be completed and filed with the School Clinic.
2. May the parent/guardian bring and give medications to their student?
Yes, a parent/guardian may come to school and give their child medication. Appropriate visitor sign-in procedures should be followed.
3. Where can I find authorization forms?
Authorization forms are found in the school front office, school clinic, or online. To find forms online go to www.cobbk12.org. Locate “General
Info” , and then click on “Policies and Rules.” Click on Section “J-Students.” Find Administrative Rule JLCD (Student Welfare: Medication).
Click on the Form needed.
4. Why do I need a doctor's health care provider’s note for adult strength over-the-counter medication when my health care provider has told me
this is appropriate for my student’s weight (or condition)?
The School Nurse wants to protect your child and must follow guidelines for dosage recommended by the manufacturer.
5. How do students get their medications at the After School Program (ASP)?
The Principal, with input from the School Nurse, and the After School Program Director, will determine by whom and how medication will be
secured and administered at ASP.
6. Why do medications have to be in the original container?
The original container provides information from the manufacturer about over-the-counter medications, including the name of the medication, the
proper dose, how the medication should be given, how often the medication can be given, possible side effects, and when the
medication is no longer effective (an expiration date).
The original prescription container includes the name of the medication, the patient’s name, the prescribing licensed health care provider, the proper dose, how and when it should be given, how long the medication should be given, when the
medication expires, and the pharmacy where the medication was purchased. All of this information is necessary for the School Nurse to administer
medication in a safe manner.
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7. What if my child’s medication or dosage changes?
Parents/guardians must inform the School Nurse of any medication changes. New medication or different doses will not be given unless the
parent completes a new medication form. The information on the prescription bottle label must match the new consent form.
8. Can my child take herbal medication at school?
No. Over-the-counter diet pills, vitamins, dietary supplements, including minerals or herbs will not be given.
9. May my child carry cough drops at school?
All students may carry cough drops and throat lozenges. Elementary and Middle School students must have an “Authorization for Students to
Carry Over-The-Counter Medication Form JLCD-7 completed and the original on file in the clinic. Elementary and Middle School students
should carry a copy of the Form with the medication. The medication must be kept in the original container.
10. May my child carry over-the-counter medication at school?
Middle school students (grades 6-8) may carry certain over-the counter medications: ibuprofen (i.e.: Advil, Motrin, Midol), acetaminophen
(Tylenol), aspirin, antacids, cough drops, throat lozenges and oral antihistamines with a completed “Authorization to Carry Over-the-Counter
Medication” Form JLCD-7 on file in the clinic. The student should carry a copy of the Form with the medication. The medication must be kept
in the original container. High school students may carry any over-the-counter medication and do not need to complete an “Authorization to
Carry Over-the-Counter Medication.”
11. Can my child carry his Epipen, insulin or asthma inhaler at school?
Yes, students may carry inhalers and Epipens or insulin with a completed “Authorization to Carry Prescription Medication” Form JLCD-10 on
file in the clinic.
12. Why is there a place for the health care provider to sign the authorization form for my child to carry their inhaler/Epipen at school?
The health care provider’s signature indicates that your child has been instructed on the proper use of their inhaler/ Epipen and that your child
is responsible for administering it to himself/herself without supervision. The form can be faxed to the health care provider and then faxed
back to the School Nurse.
13. Why do I have to have a prescription label on the inhaler/Epipen?
The prescription on the inhaler/Epipen includes the child’s name, how often it is to be used and what dose is appropriate for your child. It is
difficult to keep the label directly on the inhaler/ Epipen. You can write your child’s name on the inhaler/Epipen and bring the labeled
prescription box to the clinic.
14. If I give my child Tylenol for a fever, can I still send them to school? If the fever is more than 100.9 degrees F before you give them Tylenol, then your child cannot come to school. Your child may return to school when his/her temperature is below 101 degrees F without Tylenol or any other fever reducing medication for 24 hours, if s/he feels well and is not showing any signs of illness.
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15. If I give my child Tylenol for aches and pains can I still send them to school? child is welcome at school while taking Tylenol and any other over-the-counter medication for an injury, dental work, etc. However, if the medication is for a sore throat, earache or flu like symptoms, please keep them at home.
16. Why can’t I put medicine in my child’s lunch box if he/she has to take medicine at lunch?
Medication in a lunch box could be lost or taken by another child. If a staff member found the medication it could be considered an illegal drug with consequences according to the Code of Conduct. Medications must be brought to the front office or school clinic by parents/guardians in the original and properly labeled container.
17. If I treat my child for lice can I send them back to school the same day?
Yes. Please bring your child free of live lice back to the School Nurse to be rechecked.
18. Why do I have to bring in a box top to verify lice treatment? A box top from the product provides the School Nurse with the type of treatment that was used and confirms that treatment was provided for the child since a prescription is not necessary for treatment of head lice.
19. How much time do I have to get to the school if the nurse calls me to pick up my child because he's sick?
You, or a person you designate, should arrive within one hour of being called. Most school clinics have an area where your child can rest for a short period of time. You, or a person you designate, must arrive within 15 minutes if your child has a fever of 104 degrees F or higher. Otherwise, 911 will be called.
20. How long will my child’s over-the-counter medication be given at school?
Over-the-counter medication may be given with parent/guardian permission as needed through out the school year. A health care provider’s note is
required for over-the-counter medication that is given for more than 10 consecutive school days.
21. What happens to my child’s medication at the end of the school year?
All medications not picked-up by parents/guardians by the last day of school will be destroyed.
22. May my child share over-the-counter medication with another student?
No! Students may not share any medication, whether over the counter or prescription, with others. Doing so could be a violation of the Student
Code of Conduct and could also result in the student losing his/her privilege of carrying medication on his/her person.
23. Why should my child take the first dose of new medication at home?
We want your student back to school as soon as possible after an illness, diagnosis or medication change. It is for the safety of your student that
you observe him/her for any unsuspected reactions to a new medication and report it to the prescribing licensed health care provider.
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Cobb County School District Form JLCD-13
A community with a passion for learning! Spanish
Servicios de Salud Escolar
PREGUNTAS Y RESPUESTAS SOBRE
MEDICAMENTOS Y CUIDADO DE SALUD EN LA ESCUELA
1. ¿La escuela le provee los medicamentos al estudiante?
No, la escuela no provee los medicamentos. El padre o tutor debe de traer los medicamentos y entregarlos en la oficina o en la clínica de la escuela. La Autorización para Suministrar Medicamentos
(Formulario JLCD-2) debe ser completada y archivada en la clínica de la escuela.
2. ¿Puede el padre/tutor traer los medicamentos a la escuela y dárselos a su estudiante?
Sí, el padre/tutor puede venir a la escuela para darle los medicamentos a su hijo/a. Debe de reportarse a la oficina para cumplir con los procedimientos establecidos para los visitantes.
3. ¿Dónde puedo conseguir los formularios de autorización para suministrar medicamentos?
Los formularios de autorización los puede obtener en la oficina de la escuela, en la clínica de la escuela o en el Internet. Para localizar los formularios en el Internet visite www.cobbk12.org. A la izquierda
de su pantalla seleccione “General Info” y luego seleccione “Administrative Rules.” Escoja la sección “J-Students.” Busque la Regla Administrativa JLCD (Student Welfare: Medication). Seleccione el for-
mulario que necesita.
4. ¿Por qué necesito una nota del médico para los medicamentos con dosis de adultos que se obtienen sin receta, cuando el médico me ha informado que es apropiado de acuerdo con el peso de mi hijo
(o para su condición)? Por la seguridad de su hijo la Enfermera de la Escuela debe de suministrar el medicamento de acuerdo a la dosis recomendada por el fabricante.
5. ¿Cómo reciben los estudiantes sus medicamentos durante el Programa Después de Clases, (ASP por sus siglas en inglés)? El Director, con la recomendación de la Enfermera de la Escuela y en conjun-
to con el director del Programa Después de Clases, determinan quién y cómo se va a guardar y suministrar el medicamento durante el ASP.
6. ¿Por qué los medicamentos deben estar en su envase original? El envase original de los medicamentos sin receta médica ofrece información del fabricante incluyendo el nombre del medicamento, la dosis
apropiada, cómo se debe suministrar y con qué frecuencia, posibles efectos secundarios y cuándo deja de ser efectiva (fecha de expiración).
El envase original de los medicamentos con recetas incluye el nombre del medicamento, el nombre del paciente, el nombre del médico autorizado, la dosis apropiada, cómo, cuándo y durante cuánto tiempo se
debe suministrar, la fecha de expiración y el nombre de la farmacia dónde se compró el medicamento. Toda esta información es necesaria para que la Enfermera de la Escuela pueda suministrar el me-
dicamento de una manera segura.
7. ¿Qué sucede si el medicamento o la dosis cambia? Los padres/tutor deben notificarle a la Enfermera de la Escuela sobre cualquier cambio en los medicamentos. No se suministrarán medicamentos nuevos
o dosis diferentes a menos que el padre/tutor complete un formulario nuevo para suministrar el medicamento. La información en la etiqueta del medicamento debe de coincidir con el nuevo formulario de
autorización.
8. ¿Puede mi hijo injerir medicamentos a base de hierbas medicinales en la escuela? No. No se permiten medicamentos sin recetas tales como píldoras de dieta, vitaminas, alimentación suplementaria, inclu-
yendo minerales o hierbas medicinales.
9. ¿Puede mi hijo traer a la escuela pastillas para la tos?Todos los estudiantes pueden tener pastillas para la tos. Los estudiantes de Escuela Primaria e Intermedia deben entregar a la Enfermera de la Es-
cuela el “Permiso para Medicamentos Sin Receta” (Formulario JLCD-7) archivado en la clínica. El estudiante debe mantener una copia de éste permiso junto con el medicamento. El medicamento debe estar
en su envase original.
10. ¿Puede mi hijo tener posesión de medicamentos sin receta en la escuela? Estudiantes de escuela intermedia (grados 6-8), pueden tener en su posesión ciertos medicamentos que no requieren receta
médica, tales como: ibuprofen (i.e.: Advil, Motrín, Midol), acetaminofen (Tylenol), aspirina, antiácidos, pastillas para la tos y antihistamínicos orales con el “Permiso para Medicamentos Sin Rece-
ta” (Formulario JLCD-7) archivado en la clínica. El estudiante debe mantener una copia de éste Permiso junto con el medicamento . El medicamento debe estar en su envase original.
Los estudiantes de Secundaria pueden tener en su posesión medicamentos que no requieren receta médica y no necesitan llenar el “Permiso para Medicamentos sin Receta”
11. ¿Puede mi hijo traer a la escuela el inhalador para el asma?
Sí, los estudiantes pueden traer a la escuela inhaladores, Epipens o insulina y deben entregar en la clínica de la escuela el “Permiso de Estudiante para Medicamentos con Receta” (Formulario JLCD-10).
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12. ¿Por qué el médico de mi hijo tiene que firmar la hoja de autorización para poder traer el inhalador a la escuela?
La firma del médico indica que su hijo tiene instrucciones sobre el uso correcto del inhalador y es responsable de administrárselo él mismo sin supervisión. La hoja de permiso puede enviarse por fax
al médico y la oficina médica puede devolverla vía fax a la Enfermera de la Escuela.
13. ¿Por qué el inhalador necesita tener la etiqueta de la receta médica?
La receta del inhalador contiene el nombre del estudiante, con qué frecuencia debe usarlo y la dosis adecuada para su hijo. Es difícil hacer que la etiqueta se adhiera al inhalador, por lo tanto usted
puede escribir el nombre de su hijo en el inhalador y traer a la clinica la caja con la etiqueta de la receta.
14. ¿Si le doy a mi hijo Tylenol para la fiebre, lo puedo enviar a la escuela?
Si la temperatura es mayor de 100.9° F antes de darle Tylenol, entonces su hijo no debe de asistir a la escuela. Su hijo puede regresar a la escuela cuando su temperatura sea menor de 101° F y no
haya usado Tylenol o cualquier otro medicamento para bajar la temperatura durante 24 horas y si él/ella se sienten mejor y no muestra señales de estar enfermo.
15. ¿Si le doy a mi hijo Tylenol para cualquier dolor o malestar, lo puedo enviar a la escuela?
Su hijo es bienvenido a la escuela mientras toma Tylenol o cualquier otro medicamento sin receta médica para aliviar una herida, o si ha tenido trabajo dental, etc. Sin embargo, si el medicamento es
para dolor de garganta, dolor de oídos o para tratar síntomas de gripe (flu), por favor no envíe a su hijo a la escuela.
16. ¿Por qué no puedo colocar el medicamento de mi hijo/a dentro de su lonchera si él tiene que tomar el medicamento durante su almuerzo?
Medicamentos dentro de la lonchera pueden perderse u otro estudiante los puede tomar. Si un miembro de la facultad encuentra el medicamento, esto puede ser considerado como posesión ilegal de
drogas y puede haber consecuencias de acuerdo con el Código de Conducta. Los medicamentos deben ser entregados por un padre o tutor en la oficina o en la clínica de la escuela en su envase original
y debidamente etiquetado.
17. ¿Si le doy tratamiento a mi hijo/a para piojos, puedo enviarlo a la escuela el mismo día?
Sí. Favor de traer a su hijo(a) libre de piojos a la Enfermera de la Escuela para revisarlo.
18. ¿Por qué tengo que mostrar la tapa de la caja para verificar el tratamiento para piojos?
La tapa de la caja le provee a la Enfermera de la Escuela el tipo de tratamiento usado y confirma que el estudiante recibió tratamiento, ya que el medicamento para piojos no requiere receta médica.
19. ¿Si la enfermera de la escuela me llama para notificarme que mi hijo está enfermo, cuánto tiempo tengo para llegar a buscarlo a la escuela?
Usted u otra persona autorizada por usted debe buscar a su hijo en el lapso de una hora luego de haber recibido la llamada telefónica. La mayoría de las clínicas escolares cuentan con un área donde su
hijo puede reposar durante un corto tiempo. Si su hijo tiene fiebre de 104° F o mayor, usted o su representante autorizado debe llegar en 15 minutos o si no se llamará al 911.
20. ¿Por cuánto tiempo puede mi hijo/a tomar medicamento sin receta en la escuela?
Se le puede suministrar medicamento sin receta, con la autorización del padre o tutor, durante todo el año escolar según sea necesario. Se requiere una nota médica si se va a suministrar medicamen-
tos sin receta durante un periodo mayor de 10 días escolares consecutivos.
21. ¿Qué sucede con el medicamento de mi hijo/a al finalizar el año escolar?
Los medicamentos que no han sido buscados por los padres/tutor para el último día de clases, serán destruidos.
22. ¿Puede mi hijo compartir su medicina sin receta con otro estudiante?
¡No! Los estudiantes no pueden compartir medicinas, ya sean con o sin recetas con nadie. Hacer esto podría incurrir en una violación a las Reglas de Conducta de Estudiantes pudiendo resultar también
en la perdida del privilegio de cargar co medicinas en su persona.
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SCHOOL BUS STATEMENT
Our goal is to provide each student that is eligible to ride the bus the most safe and sufficient means of transportation to our schools. We believe that students are citizens of Cobb County and have a right to a safe and comfortable trip to and from school. Along
with these rights are also responsibilities. Safety rules and regulations have been developed to assure all students eligible to ride the bus of their rights, but it is also their responsibility to follow these rules. When rules are broken, the privilege of riding the
bus will be interrupted. We encourage our parents to help instill the rules of conduct to bring about an atmosphere of respect and safety for one another.
SCHOOL BUS CONDUCT
The behavior of students on school buses is considered an extension of classroom behavior. Maintaining proper conduct while on the bus shall be the joint responsibility of the student, parent, bus driver and school officials. Students shall observe the following
code of conduct established by the Cobb County Public Schools.
1. Students must show proper respect to the driver at all times and obey all driver
instructions.
2. Large toys, insects, glass bottles, animals, plastic bags, straight or safety pins,
skateboards or objectionable and dangerous items are not permitted. 3. Tobacco, illegal drugs, alcohol and weapons or look alikes are prohibited. 4. Students will keep his/her arms and head inside the bus at all times.
5. Nothing is to be thrown in, out, or from the bus. 6. The use of obscene language or gestures is forbidden. 7. Destruction or defacing school property is prohibited. 8. Fighting or physical play is prohibited.
9. Unnecessary noise is prohibited. 10. Food, gum or drinks cannot be consumed on the bus.
11. Drivers are required to assign seats to elementary and middle school students. 12. Students must be seated at all times unless otherwise directed by the driver. 13. Students must be quiet at railroad crossings.
14. When crossing a street is necessary, students will wait for the driver to signal to cross the street and then cross in front the bus in full view of the driver.
15. Students may transport band instruments only if space is available. 16. The emergency door, windows and hatches are to used only at the direction of
the driver. 17. Students are to be at the bus stop five minutes prior to the scheduled time and
are to wait in an orderly manner. The bus is not considered late until five minutes past the schedule time.
18. Students may be allowed to ride the bus and to disembark at a bus stop other
than that assigned for their residence provided the parent/guardian submits the request in writing to the principal for approval.
19. Any other disruptive behavior will be referred to the principal as deemed
necessary to insure safe transportation or students.
TRANSPORTATION CHANGES
As stated previously, the bus driver wants to make sure your child is picked up for school and taken home in the afternoon the most safe, appropriate and orderly way possible. For this reason, parents are to send a written note in advance to the principal any time the
routine transportation procedures are changed; walking or riding in a car instead of riding the bus; riding a bus to a friend’s house; riding a different bus; and/or getting off his/her bus at a different stop. The note is critical and is for your child’s protection. Approval of the change for the bus is contingent upon available seating space on the bus. The bus driver is under direct orders, if the written permission has not been sent by the parent and signed by the principal, the child will have to ride the regular bus home and get off at the regular stop. We thank the parents and guardians in advance for your understanding and cooperation in keeping our children safe.
SCHOOL BUS INFORMATION
Bus drivers have a tremendous responsibility in transporting our students safely each day. As hard as we try to provide a timely service each and every day, there are times when a driver is absent form work due to illness, inclement weather, mechanical breakdowns or personal matters. When this happens, routes may be run as a second load. This will cause the route to be run late. In these instances, we ask the parents and students to please be patient. Students should not leave their assigned stop. A bus will be by to pick them up as quickly as possible. Parents leaving their children at a stop before going to work are encouraged to have a contingency plan such as; a neighbor or family member they can go to, a way to get back in their house, and a phone number for your work or
another family member. Perhaps there can be an agreement among the parents in your neighborhood to supervise or car pool students if the bus is extremely late. We can not emphasize the need for supervision at the bus stop.
Any further concerns of policy and procedures should be directed to
the Transportation Department at 678-594-8000.
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Policies of the Cobb County Board of Education require full compliance with all federal and state nondiscrimination laws, including:
Civil Rights Act of 1964: Title VI and Title VII , along with Title IX Educational Amendments of 1972
(Title VI, Title VII, and Title IX)
Age Discrimination In Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA)
Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990: Titles I, II, and III (ADA)
§ 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504)
Public Law 101-476 – Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
Discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and veteran status is prohibited in all CCSD programs and activities. Below is a list of individuals designated to handle inquiries regarding the District’s non-discrimination policies:
Facilities Accessibility Director of Construction (770) 590-4518 514 Glover St, Marietta, GA 30060
Title IX Student Issues Director of Student Activities (770) 426-3340 514 Glover St, Marietta, GA 30060
Title VI Student Issues Assistant Superintendent, Policy and Planning
770) 426-3304 514 Glover St, Marietta, GA 30060
Student Program Accessibility Assistant Superintendent, Special Student Services
(770) 426-3573 514 Glover St, Marietta, GA 30060
Employee Issues Diversity & Equal Employment Opportunity Manager
(770) 426-3543 514 Glover St, Marietta, GA 30060
Questions concerning policies and practices of an individual school in the Cobb County School System may be addressed to the building Principal, or to the Cobb County Board of Education, P.O. Box 1088, Marietta,GA 30061, (770) 426-3300.
Discrimination complaints may also be filed directly with:
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (Sam Nunn Atlanta Federal Center(404) 562-6800 100 Alabama Street, SW, Suite 4R30 Atlanta, Georgia 30303
The U.S. Department of Education
Atlanta Office For Civil Rights
61 Forsyth St. S.W., Suite 19T70
Atlanta, GA 30303-3104
Employees or applicants with complaints alleging discrimination on the
basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or religion
