bueker handbook

The mission of the Marshall Public School District is to prepare, assist, and graduate self-motivated, industrious, and critically thinking individuals who demonstrate lifelong learning and are committed to serving others in a global society.

BUEKER MIDDLE SCHOOL

COMMITMENT STATEMENTS

1. We will promote authentic learning and teaching.

2. We will provide students with the support needed for higher achievement.

3. We will participate in focused professional development to improve student achievement.

4. We will cultivate a safe environment that promotes freedom with responsibility.

5. We will communicate with students, parents, colleagues, and the community.

6. We will collaborate to promote student achievement.

School Calendar 2008 - 2009
August 6-7	Registration
August 11-14	In-Service Week
August 18	First Day
September 1	Labor Day / No School
September 4	In-Service / No School
September 5	Progress Report – 3 week
September 26	Progress Report – 6 week
October 17	End First Quarter
October 21	BMS Parent/Teacher Conferences (3:00 – 7:00)
October 23	BMS P/T Conferences (1:00 – 7:00) /Early Dismissal – 12:30
October 24	NO SCHOOL
November 14	Progress Report – 3 week
November 26	Early Dismissal – 12:30
November 27 – 28	Thanksgiving Break
December 5	Progress Report – 6 week
December 19	End Second Quarter / Early Dismissal – 12:30
Dec. 22 – Jan. 2	Winter Break
January 5	School Resumes
January 19	Martin Luther King, Jr. Day / NO SCHOOL
January 23	Progress Report – 3 week
February 13	Progress Report – 6 week
February 16	President’s Day / NO SCHOOL
March 6	End Third Quarter
March 10	BMS Parent/Teacher Conferences (3:00 – 7:00)
March 12	BMS P/T Conferences (1:00 – 7:00) /Early Dismissal – 12:30
March 13	NO SCHOOL
March 20	NO SCHOOL
March 27	Progress Report 3 week
April 9	Early Dismissal
April 10 - 13	Spring Break
April 17	Progress Report – 6 week
May 1	Progress Report
May 15	End Second Semester / Last Day
Make-Up Days (in order) May 18, 19, 20, 21, 22

Staff

Aholt, Janice – Special Services

Lines, Cheryl – Vocal Music

Allen, Velma – Technology Education

Lines, Kevin – Orchestra/Music

Angelhow, Susan – 7^th/8^th Counselor

McWhirt, Kristen – Art

Backes, Jan – 8^th Com. Arts/Soc. St.

McDannald, Brandon – Band/Music

Berger, Katie – 6^th Science/Com. Arts

Mullins, Renee – Special Services

Berry, Karen – 8^th Com. Arts/Soc. St.

Narron, Suzan – Special Services

Blumhorst, Beth - 7^th Communication Arts

Papreck, Kathy – 8^th Science

Bryan, Janet - 6^th Social Studies

Phillips, Lynn – 7^th Social Studies

Buck, Jill – 7^th Com. Arts/Soc. St.

Reid, Travis – 8^th Math

Cash, Marcy – Special Services

Reiff, Sarah – 5^th Grade

Chase, Beth – Library Media Specialist

Reimund, Pam - ESL

Crawford, Caleb – 5^th Grade

Richardson, Laura – HOME/Art

Dehn, Leanna – 8^th Math

Rogers, Heidi – 6^th Math

Del Rosario, Don – Speech Therapy

Schulte, Brandy - Secretary

Dusenberry, Erek – Boys’ Physical Education

Smith, Melody – Diagnostician

Farris, Disa – GATE

Solomon, Ronna – 5^th Grade

Gibler, Karen – 5^th Grade

Stevens, Michael – 8^th Science

Glassmaker, Kelly – Special Services

Taylor, Jasmine – 7^th Math

Gray, Julie – 5^th/6^th Counselor

Untiedt, Debbie – Secretary

Hare, Jacque – 6^th Science

Van Buskirk, Amy - Secretary

Hutchinson, Maria – 6^th Communication Arts

Van Winkle, Justin – 7^th Science

Kelly, Elaine – 5^th Grade

Welch, Lari – 7^th Science

Kennedy, Beverly – 5^th Grade

Whitney, Matt – 7^th Math

Lark, Gentry – Girls’ Physical Education

Wright, Aaron – Special Services

Leicher, Lori – 5^th Grade

Wright, Sarah – 6^th Math/Com. Arts

Lemmons, Janet – Special Services

Yung, Angel – 6^th Soc. Studies/Com Arts

Lewis, Jane – 8^th Social Studies

EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSINGS

If school must be closed for bad weather or any emergency, students and parents should listen to the local radio station, KMMO, for school closing announcements.

BELL SCHEDULES

The first bell rings at 7:35. Students who wish to eat breakfast will be dismissed to the cafeteria and students who wish to go outside will be dismissed to the playground (from the gymnasium at 7:35).

Students are allowed three minutes between classes. Lunch breaks are staggered throughout the lunch period from 11:00 to 12:56.

Bell Schedule
1^st	8:00 – 8:50
2^nd	8:53 – 9:43
3^rd	9:46 – 10:36
4^th	10:39 – 11:29
5^th	11:32 – 12:56
6^th	12:58 – 1:49
7^th	1:52 – 2:42
Home Room	2:45 – 3:00


Lunch Shifts
Grade	Begins - Ends
5	11:00 - 11:27

6	11:29 – 11:56

7	11:58 – 12:25

8	12:27 – 12:56

BUILDING PROCEDURES

ARRIVAL AT SCHOOL

Students are asked not to come to school before 7:35 a.m. unless they ride a bus or prior arrangements have been made through the office. Students must report directly to the gym upon arriving to school. Students are dismissed from the gym at 7:35 if they wish to eat breakfast or go outside. At 7:51 students are dismissed to class.

ATTENDANCE AT SCHOOL

Regular attendance is expected of every student. Whenever it is necessary for a student to be absent, the parents/guardians should call the school (886-6833) AFTER 7:15 a.m./BEFORE 8:00 a.m. or as soon as possible on the day that the student is absent.

ABSENCES

Absences are divided into the following four categories: excused, avoidable, truant, and medical. If a call cannot be made on the day of an absence, a note to the office should be sent with the student on the day of his/her return to school. Assignments may not be made up if a student is truant or has been suspended (OSS). If an absence is classified as avoidable (trips, hunting, hair appointments, etc.), a parent or guardian must notify the school prior to the absence and make arrangements with the teachers for make-up work. Absences of more than 10 days, whether or not they are in succession, must be authorized by a physician or administrator, or the absence may be treated as truancy. After 15 absences, a letter may be sent to the proper authorities.

MAKE-UP POLICY FOR ABSENCES

STUDENTS are responsible for making up school work. We will only be sending make-up work home through the office if students have absences of a week (5 days) or more, in succession.

If a student has an excused absence for any period of time, the student should see his/her teachers upon return to develop a plan to complete any missed work.

However, if a child has a planned absence in advance, the make-up plan should be “set” before the child is absent. For example, if a family trip is planned, the homework plan must be taken care of BEFORE the trip.

TARDINESS

Students who arrive late to school should report to the office for a tardy slip before reporting to class. If the tardy is to be excused, a parent or guardian should send a signed, written excuse or call the school.

Excused tardiness during the school day requires prior written permission of a teacher or a written excuse signed by another teacher or administrator. If tardiness becomes excessive, disciplinary action may be taken.

LEAVING THE BUILDING

Once students have arrived, they are not to leave the building or school grounds for any reason without first receiving permission. All students leaving school during the school day must sign out in the office. If a student returns to school, he/she must sign in at the office and get an admit slip to class.

BICYCLES/SKATEBOARDS

Bicycles are not to be ridden on school sidewalks or grounds and should be parked immediately in bicycle racks upon arrival at school. All bicycles should be locked, as the school assumes no responsibility for losses or damages. Skateboards should not be brought to school.

CAFETERIA

BMS uses identification numbers and a computerized system to monitor student lunch accounts. Money should be deposited into the student’s account on a weekly or monthly basis, and it is necessary to maintain a positive balance in the account. Students who fail to maintain a positive balance will be put on the debt list and may have limited lunch choice.

Lunch prices are $1.50 for students ($.40 reduced) and $2.00 for adults. Breakfast is provided for students at an additional charge of $1.00 ($.30 reduced) between 7:35 and 7:51 a.m.

Students are expected to use good manners, follow basic rules, and keep disruption to a minimum while in the cafeteria. Inappropriate behavior during breakfast or lunch may result in assigned seating.

DEBTS

Debts incurred throughout the school year must be paid. This includes registration fees, library fines, lost and damaged books or other school property, and debts owed for physical education activities, electives, exploratory classes, lunch, etc

LOCKERS

Students are assigned lockers. All books and personal items, when not in use, are to be kept in these lockers. No book bags may be used during the school day. Combination locks may be used by students, and the combinations must be given to the office in case of problems. Visits to lockers should be planned so a student will not be late to classes.

TEXTBOOKS

Textbooks are issued by classroom teachers. Students are responsible for these books until they are returned. Each book is given a rating according to its condition. If the book is returned damaged, a fine will be assessed by the teacher based on the rating condition of the book when it was issued to the student. Students who lose books will be charged a standard fee.

STUDENT SUPPLIES

Vending machines are located in the cafeteria for use during lunch or with staff permission. The following supplies are available: notebooks $.75, pens $.25, novelty pens $.50, pencils $.25, and mechanical pencils $.50.

LOST AND FOUND

All articles that are found, including books, should be taken to the office. Students who have lost items should check in with the office periodically. It is recommended that names be placed on all gym equipment, and students are discouraged from bringing valuable personal items to school. The lost and found box is cleaned periodically, and students are given notice. Students will not be reimbursed for discarded items.

VISITORS

Visitors, especially parents, are always welcome. All visitors to the building should enter through the middle door on Odell Street, sign in at the Assistant Principal’s office, and pick up a visitor’s pass. If needing to visit a classroom/teacher, please make prior arrangements with the teacher to avoid possible distractions to class time.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Fire, tornado, earthquake, intruder, and other drills have been established to help prevent injuries and chaos in the case of emergencies. Teachers will escort students to designated areas in case of such emergencies. Crises management plans have also been established in the case of other emergencies. In any type of school-wide emergency, only parents or legal guardians will be allowed to take the children from school after an all-clear has been declared by the proper authorities.

WITHDRAWAL FROM SCHOOL

Any student who is moving out of the Marshall School District should report to the office prior to moving. Each teacher on the student’s schedule must sign and post the current grade of the student on the official withdrawal sheet. Textbooks and other materials that are the property of BMS should be returned before the student leaves. Transcripts will not be forwarded without payment or return.

SCHOOL NURSE

Ramona Green

The school nurse is to be utilized for first aid service. She will be at BMS from 7:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. daily. When it is necessary for a student to see her, a hall pass must be obtained from a teacher or administrator. The nurse will then make proper arrangements with parents and the office for further action. Students should not be sent to the nurse during her lunch time, 1:00-1:30 p.m. In case of an emergency, students may report to the office.

Giving medication to students during school hours is discouraged and restricted to necessary medication that cannot be given on an alternative schedule. It should not be necessary to give more than one dose of medication during a seven-hour day. Your doctor may be able to schedule all doses of medication to be taken at home. Exceptions should be arranged with school personnel.

Prescription medication will only be administered if in the original bottle with label affixed by pharmacist or physician. Over-the-counter medications will only be given if accompanied by a parent’s request and must be in the original container. Please pick up the necessary forms for medication administration from the school nurse or secretary. This form must be completed before your child can be given any medication by school personnel. All medications must be provided by parent/guardian.

The administration of the medicine to a student, when the above conditions have been met, shall be limited to the school nurse or other designated person(s). All medication shall be kept in the nurse’s office. The parents/guardians of the student must assume responsibility for informing school personnel of any change in the student’s health or change in medication.

Note: Class trips/Medical concerns

When taking trips away from school grounds, parents bear the responsibility of informing the school nurse of any special medical needs. This information must also be noted on the Emergency Medical/Field Trip Approval form, so that staff is aware of concerns/procedures to be followed for any special medical needs.

CURRICULUM

GRADE CARDS / PROGRESS REPORTS

Official grade cards are issued two times a year. These will be sent home with the students at the end of 1^st and 2^nd quarters. Progress reports are issued every three weeks. Students are responsible for taking grade cards and progress reports home to their parents/guardians.

Grading Scale
A	100 - 96
A-	95 -90
B+	89 - 87
B	86 – 83
B-	82 – 80
C+	79 – 77
C	76 – 73
C-	72 – 70
D+	69 – 67
D	66 – 63
D-	62 – 60
F	59 - 0
P	Passing
INC	Incomplete

HONOR ROLL

To recognize outstanding academic achievement, an honor roll has been established. A list of students achieving either the A or B honor roll is sent to the local media, as well as displayed at BMS at the end of each semester. A= 4.00 to 3.55 (w/ no C’s or below), B= 3.54 to 2.55 (w/ no D’s or below). To further recognize this achievement, the students will be recognized at the end of the school year at the grade-level awards assemblies.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

Administrators, teachers, and counselors at all grade levels consistently recognize students for academic achievement, exemplary effort, improvement, and good citizenship. Achievement in many areas is publicized throughout the school and in the local media. Incentives may be provided to encourage all students to work to their full potential.

PROMOTION AND RETENTION POLICIES

Any student who receives more than two semester F’s may be a candidate for retention. These students will be required to attend summer school. Any student required to attend summer school who is not successful in completing the summer school session may be retained. All retentions are subject to administrative review.

CONFERENCES WITH PARENTS

Conferences are scheduled in the fall and spring. Conferences are held with homeroom teachers or special education teachers. Information regarding conference scheduling is sent home in advance so parents may express preferences as to scheduling times.

GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT

Julie Gray (5-6) & Susan Angelhow (7-8)

Some of the major areas of service provided by the counselors are the following: individual, small group, and crisis counseling; orientation and registration of students; referral resources for parents and outside counseling agents; individual and group testing; individual class presentations; and parent/student/teacher conference consulting.

LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER

The library/media center is open daily from 7:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Students may use the resources before school, with their language arts classes at a regularly scheduled time, or at other arranged times for group or individual study and research.

EXPLORATORY CLASSES

Explo’s (exploratory classes) are classes that give students in seventh grade the opportunity to explore different types of subjects and activities

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Every student, unless exempt by a WRITTEN ORDER FROM A DOCTOR, is required by Missouri School Law to take physical education. All students in sixth, seventh, and eighth grades should have suitable gym clothes and tennis shoes. Students in fifth grade will wear school clothes for physical education, but must have tennis shoes.

ESL PROGRAM

The purpose of the ESL program is to identify all Language Minority (LM) students within the district and establish their language proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening in English. A Language Minority student is any student who speaks, understands, or has been exposed to a language other than English in the home. The program monitors the performance of LM students to insure their academic performance continues to meet grade-level expectations.

The ESL program also provides instructional assistance to LM students who have been identified as Limited English Proficient (LEP). LEP students are learners who are identified as still in the process of acquiring English as an additional language. The students may not read, write, speak, or understand English with the same facility as their classmates. Specific guidelines for the identification, service, and evaluation of LEP students are found in the ESL Policy Manual and Handbook.

El Programa de Ingles Como Segunda Lengua

El propo’sito del Programa de Ingle’s Como Segunda Lengua es el de identificar todos aquellos estudiantes duntro del distrito que pertenezcan a un grupo minoritario linguistico (ML) y de establecer en ellos un conocimiento linguistico en la lectura, la composicion, el habla y el sentido de oir en ingles. Un estudiante de un grupo minoritario linguistico es cualquier estudiante que habla, entienda, o que haya sido expuesto en el hogar a cualquier otro lenguaje que no sea ingles. El programa vigila el funcionamiento del estudiante del grupo minoritario linguistico (ML) para asegurar que su funcionamiento academico continua a satisfacer las expectaciones del nivel de grado.

El Programa de Ingles Como Segunda Lengua tambien supple asistencia educacional a estudiantes que pertenezcan a un grupo minoritario linguistico (ML) que hayan diso identificados con Conocimiento Limitado de Ingles (CLI). Estudiantes con Conocimento Limitado de Ingles (CLI) son estudiantes principiantes que hayan sido identificados como estudiantes que aun estarr en el proceso de adquirir el ingles como una lengua adicional. El estudiante pueda que no lea, escriba, hable, o entienda ingles con las misma facilidad que sus companeros do clase. Guia especificas para la identificacion, los servicios, ya la misma facilidad que sus companeros do clase. Guia especificas para la identificacion, los servicios, y la evaluacion del (CLI) Estudiante con Conocimento Limitdo de Ingles, su encuentran en el Manual y Guia de Ingles Como Segunda Lengua.

DISCIPLINE CODE POLICY

GENERAL CLASSROOM RULES

Students are expected to follow these basic responsibilities:

1. Be in class on time.

2. Bring materials and/or equipment and books to class.

3. Keep hands, feet, and objects to themselves.

4. Be mannerly and respectful to teachers and other students.

5. Follow directions of the teacher.

6. Turn in assignments on time

DRESS CODE

Student dress and grooming will be the responsibility of the individual and parents/guardians, within the following guidelines:

1. Dress and grooming will be clean and in keeping with health, sanitary, and safety requirements.

2. All students must wear shoes, boots, or other types of footwear.

3. Dress and grooming will not disrupt the educational environment. Examples of dress that might disrupt the educational environment include:

· Shirts or dresses that are strapless, have only one strap or have two straps that are less than one inch wide.

· Sagging pants or shorts.

· Hats, headbands, and other head gear unless necessary for health, religious or other valid reasons.

· Extremely short shorts, skirts, or dresses.

· Clothing that contains profanity.

· Clothing that contains pictures, words, or symbols that are vulgar, sexually suggestive, or promote illegal activity.

· Sleep wear(including pajamas), robes, and slippers.

· Clothing that does not appropriately cover the body or that reveals underwear.

4. Gang-related clothing or accessories or clothing or accessories worn in a gang-related style. (A list of items that are gang-related is available in the assistant principal’s office).

5. Class activities that present a concern for student safety may require the student to adjust hair and/or clothing during the class period, in the interest of maintaining safety standards.

6. Additional dress regulations may be imposed upon students participating in certain extracurricular activities.

When, in the judgment of the principal, a student’s appearance or mode of dress does not comply with the above criteria, the student may be required to make modifications. No employee or volunteer shall direct a student to remove an emblem, insignia, or garment, (including a religious emblem, insignia, or garment) as long as it is worn in a manner that does not promote disruptive behavior.

SEARCH AND SEIZURE

The administration and faculty of BMS have the right to search the person, clothing, books, or any belongings of a student as long as there is reasonable suspicion that the student is concealing materials not belonging to him/her or that are prohibited by law. This may be done during school hours, after school hours, at the school, or at an alternate location. It is recommended this search take place in the presence of another adult. Lockers are the property of the school district. They are subject to search at any time with or without student consent. Periodic searches of the school may also be made by the drug dog and the sheriff’s department.

SECURITY

The addition of an education resource officer, Mark Henley, has been an outstanding asset in the promotion of a safe school environment. Security cameras located both inside and outside the building are valuable tools in monitoring student behavior and preventing potential problems. Our in-building walkie-talkies allow administrators and/or staff to respond to any situation immediately.

SUSPENSION

In-School Suspension: Darlene Ritter, Instructor

In-School Suspension (ISS): Students whose conduct is bordering on out-of-school suspension may be assigned to the ISS program. ISS is an alternative program designed to help students stay in school, complete their work, and overcome their problems. Students must show a cooperative attitude and follow prescribed procedures when placed in the ISS room. Those students who do not cooperate or who become a discipline problem in ISS will be suspended out of school for the remainder of the time they were to spend in ISS. If this program does not work, other disciplinary action will be taken, up to and including expulsion. ISS students may not practice, attend, or participate in any school-sponsored extra-curricular activities on assigned ISS days. NOTE: This includes the last assigned day, too.

Out-of-School Suspension

Out-of-School Suspension (OSS): Students suspended out of school are not eligible to practice, attend, or participate in any extra-curricular activity for the duration of the suspension and are not to be on Marshall Public School property (this includes ALL assigned days). No make-up work or school credit will be given during out-of-school suspension time unless arrangements have been made through the BMS administration.

GENERAL CATEGORIES OF UNACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOR

AND DISCIPLINARY ACTION LEVELS

1. ALCOHOL/CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES/COUNTERFEIT SUBSTANCES – The use, sale, transfer, possession, being under the influence of alcohol, intoxicants, inhalants, narcotics, look-alike, controlled substance, and/or any drug are prohibited on or in school property, at school-sponsored activities (home or away), or in any vehicle while being used to transport students for the school district. Level 3 – first offense is subject to a minimum of 10 days OSS with up to 90 days OSS and notification of police/juvenile authorities. Second offense is recommended expulsion with notification of juvenile authorities.

2. ARSON – The intentional or attempted burning of any part of any building or property of the Marshall Public School District is prohibited. This includes using matches or lighters without proper permission. Level 3 – first offense is subject to ten days OSS.

3. ASSAULT- Intentionally causing bodily harm to another without the consent of that person is prohibited. Level 3 – first offense is subject to ten days OSS and notification of police/juvenile authorities.

4. CHEATING – Dishonesty while completing schoolwork, plagiarism, and/or falsifying or altering records is prohibited. Level 2-3.

5. DANGEROUS FIREARMS – Any weapon which is designed to or may readily be converted to expel a projectile by action of an explosive is prohibited. Level 3 – in accordance with federal law, First offense mandates at least one calendar year suspension from school and notification of police/juvenile authorities. The suspension may be modified on a case-by-case basis upon recommendation by the superintendent to the Board of Education. Second offense requires expulsion from school and notification of police/juvenile authorities.

6. DANGEROUS WEAPONS AND CHEMICALS – The possession or use of any device designed as a weapon and/or capable of producing death or bodily harm is prohibited (examples include knife, BB gun, crossbow, mace, slingshot, shells, look-alike, or other similar deadly weapons). Level 3 – first offense is subject to a minimum of ten days OSS with possible expulsion and notification of police/juvenile authorities.

7. DESTRUCTION OF SCHOOL PROPERTY – Destruction or defacing of books, school supplies, school equipment, or the school property is prohibited. Level 3 – first offense is subject to payment of damages and /or disciplinary action.

8. DISCRIMINATORY ACTS – Any verbal or written act directed toward a person on the basis of race, sex, national origin, ancestry, creed, parental status, sexual orientation, or handicap that promotes negative stereotyping or that degrades or flagrantly demeans any individual is prohibited. Level 2-3.

9. DISORDERLY/UNSAFE CONDUCT – Behaviors that are abusive, indecent, profane, boisterous, unreasonably loud, rough, risky, or tend to cause or provoke a disturbance are prohibited. Level 2-3.

10. DISRESPECT – Using derogatory names, dishonoring, or in any other manner abusing verbally or in writing a member of the school staff or student body is prohibited. Level 3 – first offense is subject to ten days OSS.

11. FAILURE TO SERVE A NINTH HOUR – Knowingly and willfully refusing to serve an assigned ninth hour is prohibited. Level 2-3.

12. FALSE ALARMS – Initiating a false fire alarm or false report of a fire, false 911 reports, impending bombing, or catastrophe is prohibited. Level 3 – first offense is subject to 10 days OSS.

13. FIGHTING – Aggressive, hostile, bodily contact with others is prohibited. Level 3 – first offense is subject to 10 days OSS.

14. FIREWORKS – Anything manufactured, processed, or packaged for exploding, that emits sparks (lighters), is combustible, is considered a lighting material, or does not have another common use, is not permitted on school property or buses. Level 3 – first offense is subject to 10 days OSS.

15. FORGERY – Falsely using the name of another person or falsifying times, dates, grades, addresses, or other data on school forms/documentations is prohibited. Level 2-3.

16. GAMBLING – To bet money or other property in school is prohibited. Level 2-3.

17. INAPPROPRIATE DISPLAY OF AFFECTION – Embracing, kissing, caressing, or any sexual activity under circumstances deemed inappropriate is prohibited. Level 1-3.

18. INCITING OTHERS TO VIOLENCE OR DISOBEDIENCE – Giving encouragement by words, acts, or deeds to fights, demonstrations, or protests which disrupt school is prohibited. Level 2-3.

19. INSUBORDINATION – Willful failure to respond to or carry out a reasonable directive by authorized school personnel is prohibited. Level 3 – first offense is subject to 10 days OSS.

20. INTERFERENCE WITH THE EDUCATIONAL PROCESS – Conduct, behavior, or attire; use of obscene, suggestive, and/or profane language; or gestures advocating disruptive or illegal activity is prohibited. Level 2-3.

21. LITTERING – Throwing or leaving waste, debris, or other litter on school property, other than in authorized and customary waste receptacles, is prohibited. Level 1-2.

22. LOITERING – Being present in any school building or on school grounds at a time or in a manner not usual or permitted is prohibited Level 1-3.

23. LYING – To act dishonestly or to deceive or convey a false impression is prohibited. Level 2-3.

24. OBSCENITY – Possession of sexually explicit materials or illustrations on school grounds is prohibited. Level 2-3.

25. PHYSICAL ABUSE ON STAFF- Unwanted physical contact on staff member by student. Level 3

26. POSSESSION OF STOLEN PROPERTY – Possessing or wearing items that belong to another person, organization, or school system, without the consent of the rightful owner, is prohibited. Level 2-3.

27. SEXUAL ASSAULT – The intentional touching of clothed or unclothed intimate part(s) of another person with any part(s) of the body or with any object or device, thereby causing offense or alarm, is prohibited. Level 3 – first offense is subject to a minimum of 10 days OSS with possible expulsion and notification of police and juvenile authorities.

28. SEXUAL HARASSMENT – Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or abusive verbal or physical conduct is prohibited. Level 3 – first offense is subject to 10 days OSS.

29. THEFT–Taking or concealing the property of another without the owner’s consent is prohibited. Level 2-3.

30. TARDINESS – Being late to school and/or not being in class when the bell rings is prohibited. Level 1-3.

31. THREATENING OR INTIMIDATING ACTS – The act of verbally, or by gesture, threatening the well-being, health, or safety of any person on school property or en route to or from school is prohibited. This includes the acts of extortion and borrowing or attempting to borrow money or valuables from a person without agreement free of the presence of either an implied or expressed threat. Level 3 – first offense is subject to 10 days OSS.

32. TOBACCO – Students may not use or possess leaves of cultivated tobacco plants prepared for use in smoking, chewing, or snuff at any time on, or adjacent to, school property. Level 3 – first offense is subject to 10 days OSS.

33. TRUANCY – Unauthorized absence for any school day(s), or portion of a school day, is prohibited. Level 3 – first offense is subject to 10 days OSS.

34. VANDALISM/CRIMINAL DAMAGE – Intentional destruction of property belonging to others is prohibited. Level 3 – first offense is subject to payment of damages and/or other disciplinary action

THESE RULES NOT ONLY APPLY DURING REGULAR SCHOOL HOURS AND ON SCHOOL GROUNDS, BUT ALSO ON BUSES AND AT ANY SCHOOL FUNCTION. SERIOUS INFRACTIONS MAY INCLUDE REFERRAL TO POLICE AUTHORITIES.

All inappropriate behaviors are not covered because of unforeseeable circumstances. Due to the severity, frequency, and/or special circumstances surrounding some offenses, each administrator may use professional discretion in working with students and their parents to determine appropriate disciplinary action, counseling, and/or treatment needed to help the student to behave appropriately.

GENERAL SCHOOL RULES

In addition to the general items listed under the discipline guide, there are other rules which apply during each school day. Levels 1-3.

1. Toys, yo-yos, radios, CD players, CDs, laser lights, pagers, rubber bands, skateboards and scooters, etc., should not be brought to school. These items do not make a contribution to academic achievement and are an invitation to theft. They are prohibited from the building without prior permission.

2. Cell phones should not be seen or heard during the school day. If a phone is seen/heard, it will be taken and held in the Assistant Principal’s office until further notice. Recurring offenses may result in disciplinary action.

3. No items are to be bought or sold in the building without the consent and approval of the principal’s office. Items found without consent will be confiscated without consideration for monetary loss. This includes trading cards.

4. If necessary, telephone calls may be made by students from the office. Students may only use the phone after receiving permission from a teacher or administrator.

5. Substitute teachers should be treated with great respect, as if they are guests in the school.

6. Chewing gum is prohibited. Candy is not allowed unless approved by a staff member.

7. Students should not write or pass notes in school.

8.Students and their parents must read a document entitled Marshall Public Schools INTERNET Network Terms and Conditions and sign a contract agreeing to those terms before students are allowed to use the internet at school. Misuse of internet will result in termination of rights and possible disciplinary action.

BMS 9^TH HOUR POLICY

9^th hours give students the opportunity to take responsibility for minor school infractions. When students are assigned an after school 9^th hour, they are expected to stay. If a student cannot stay the assigned date, a date should be set before the date of stay. The student and teacher must agree on the date. If students cannot stay for 9^th hours because of parental requests, the students cannot stay and participate in after school activities. If 9^th hours are “skipped” by students for unexcused reasons, further disciplinary action may be taken. Students serving a ninth hour may not participate in intramurals that same day.

SATELLITE SCHOOL

The Satellite School is an alternative educational setting. When students are assigned out-of-school suspension for disciplinary reasons, administration may offer the Satellite School as an option. This allows students the opportunity to stay “off the streets” and complete academic requirements.

TRANSPORTATION

Bus transportation is provided for all students who live more than one mile from BMS. A transportation policy has been written and will be given to parents at the beginning of the school year. Both parents and students will be required to sign forms stating their understanding of the policy. The driver is in charge of students while they are on the bus, and students must obey him/her promptly. Transportation vehicles are considered to be an extension of the classroom, and school discipline policies appropriate to the classroom may be applied to transportation vehicles.

A disciplinary form titled “Driver Contact Report” will be sent home with any student who commits minor infractions. Parent/guardian must sign and return a copy of the report in order for the student to ride the bus the next day. The parent/guardian should discuss the conduct with the child and help to correct any problems.

Repeated minor offenses and any major offense will be referred directly to the principal. Fighting, disrespect to the driver, vandalism, and other similar behavior require referrals to be filed by the driver. The following are possible consequences, but not limited to:

1. Conference with the assistant principal

2. 3-day suspension of bus privileges and conference.

3. 5-day suspension of bus privileges and parent conference with assistant principal and director of transportation.

4. 30-day suspension of bus privileges and parent conference with assistant principal and director of transportation.

5. 90-day suspension of bus privileges.

Note: This is only a guideline, as administration may assign an alternative suspension for a different amount of days depending on the severity and frequency of the actions.

Removal from the bus can occur at ANY time depending upon the severity of the incident. Video cameras may be used to monitor student behavior while on the bus. These tapes may be used in disciplinary procedures, and are for administrative use only.

STUDENT FEE

A student fee of $10.00 is assessed to each student to help supplement the cost of field trips, PE activities (bowling, golf, skating, etc.), and student council. This will not cover our entire cost per child, but in most cases reduces the amount per event. You may pay this at any time during the school year.

ACTIVITIES

Students are encouraged to take part in a variety of activities offered by Bueker Middle School. Activities include clubs, which are announced at the beginning of each school year, and intramurals. Intramurals are offered throughout the school year. Information and schedules will be sent home at the start of each season.

CLUBS

Academic Team Speech and Drama

BMS Singers Student Council

Breakfast Reading Club Technology (computer) Club

Industrial Technology Club Math Clubs

Yearbook

INTRAMURALS

Boys’ Flag Football – fall Co-ed Bowling – spring

Girls’ Volleyball – fall Co-ed Soccer – spring

Boys’ and Girls’ Basketball – winter Co-ed Volleyball – spring

Co-ed board games and ping pong – winter 5^th grade co-ed Softball – spring

INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS

Athletic competition against other schools is offered for the following sports:

7^th Grade

Football – fall

Girls’ Volleyball – fall

Boys’ Basketball – winter

Girls’ Basketball- winter

Wrestling – winter

Track – spring

8^th Grade

Soccer – fall

Football – fall

Boys’ Basketball – winter

Girls’ Basketball – winter

Wrestling – winter

Cheerleading – fall/winter

Track – spring

Eligibility Requirements:

1. Eighth grade students should not have reached the age of 15 prior to July 1 preceding the opening of school (age 14 for 7^th graders).

2. Students must have been promoted to the next grade and must not have failed more than two classes the previous semester.

3. Students may not participate in athletics on assigned in-school or out-of-school suspension days.

4. Students must participate in the required number of practices to be eligible to play.

5. Students must be in school for the whole day in order to participate in a game. Exceptions must be cleared by an administrator.

6. Students must make prior arrangements if an activity requires them to miss classes.

7. Students must have a physical examination and insurance before participating in any sport (practice or play). If a student participates in more than one sport, another physical is not necessary unless there has been an injury or debilitating illness.

8. During the sport/activity season, a student may not participate in competition (games, practice, and try-outs) if they have a failing grade(s).

SPORTSMANSHIP

The first rule of good sportsmanship is being courtesy to everyone around you—classmates, visitors, players, coaches, and officials. Good sportsmanship requires:

1. that no spectator or group of spectators attracts attention to themselves by remarks or actions. Improper action by spectators cannot help but detract from the game.

2. that no fans say anything derisive to an opponent.

3. that every member of the crowd remains quiet during free throws for both the home team and the opponents.

4. that spectators do not wander about while the game is being played.

5. that no one blocks the view of other spectators.

6. that spectators refrain from throwing paper or other materials on the playing area or in the stands.

7. that fans cheer for good players but never “boo”. “Booing” is in direct conflict with good sportsmanship.

***Any athlete/participant may be removed from an activity / team at any time due to behavior that brings discredit to the school, staff, or community.

***Students may be removed from any sport/activity due to inadequate academic progress. Coaches/Sponsors will inform participants of the specific guidelines.

SCHEDULE OF GAMES

Dates and times will be provided at the start of each season by the coach.

SPECIAL SERVICES POLICY STATEMENT

It is the policy of the Marshall Board of Education to provide a free and appropriate public education to each handicapped student within its jurisdiction, regardless of the nature or severity of the handicap.

It is the intent of the district to ensure that students who are handicapped within the definition of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 are identified, evaluated, and provided with appropriate educational services. Handicapped students may be covered by this policy even though they do not require services pursuant to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

Due process rights of handicapped students and their parents under Section 504 will be enforced. The Marshall Director of Special Education is the coordinator of Section 504 activities at 860 West Vest, Marshall, Missouri.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The Marshall Public School District does not discriminate against students on the basis of sex, race, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, emotional disability, or learning disability.

MIGRATORY SERVICES

The Marshall Public School District assesses the educational and related health and social needs of the migrant student(s) and homeless and gives full access to all programs ordinarily provided all other children to meet their needs. These needs would include Title I, Special Education, Gifted Education, Vocational Education, English for Speakers of Other Languages, counseling programs, elective classes, and fine arts classes.

PUBLIC NOTICES

I. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973

Section 504 is an act which prohibits discrimination against persons with a handicap in any program receiving Federal financial assistance. The act defines a person with a handicap as anyone who:

1. has a mental or physical impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activities (major life activities include activities such as caring for one’s self, performing manual task, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning and working):

2. has a record of such an impairment; or

3. is regarded as having such impairment.

In order to fulfill its obligation under section 504, the Marshall School District recognizes a responsibility to avoid discrimination in policies and practices regarding its personnel and students. No discrimination against any person with a handicap will knowingly be permitted in any of the programs and practices in the school system.

The school district has specific responsibilities under the Act, which include the responsibility to identify, evaluate, and if the child is determined to be eligible under section 504, to afford access to appropriate educational services

If the parent or guardian disagrees with the determination made by the professional staff or the school district, he/she has a right to a hearing with an impartial hearing officer.

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) also specify rights related to educational records. This Act gives the parent or guardian the right to: 1) inspect and review his/her child’s educational records; 2) make copies of these records; 3) receive a list of all individuals having access to those records; 4) ask for an explanation of any item in the records; 5) ask for an amendment to any report on the grounds that it is in accurate, misleading, or violates the child’s rights; and 6) a hearing on the issue if the school refuses to make the amendment.

If there are questions, please feel free to contact the Marshall Director of Special Education, 504 Coordinator for the School District, at 660-886-7414.

II. FAPE/IDEA/GEPA/FERPA

All responsible public agencies are required to locate, evaluate, and identify children with disabilities who are under the jurisdiction of the agency regardless of the severity of the disability, including children attending private schools, highly mobile children, such as migrant and homeless children, and children who are suspected of having a disability and in need of special education even though they are advancing from grade to grade. The Marshall Public School District assures that it will provide a free, appropriate public education (FAPE) to all eligible children with disabilities between the ages 3 and 21 under its jurisdiction. Disabilities include autism, deaf/blindness, emotional disorders, hearing impairments and deafness, mental retardation, multiple disabilities, speech or language impairment, traumatic brain injury, visual impairment/blindness and young child with development delay.

The Marshall Public School District assured that it will provide information and referral services necessary to assist the State in the implementation of early intervention services for infants and toddlers eligible for the Missouri First Steps program.

The Marshall Public School District assures that personally identifiable information collected, used, or maintained by the agency for the purposes of identification, evaluation, placement or provision of FAPE of children with disabilities may be inspected and/or reviewed by their parents/guardians. Parents/guardians may request amendment to the educational record if the parent/guardian believes the record is inaccurate, misleading, or violates the privacy or other rights of their child. Parents have the right to file complaints with the U.S. Department of Education or the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education concerning alleged failures by the district to meet the requirements of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

The Marshall Public School District has developed a Local Compliance Plan for the implementation of State Regulations for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This plan contains the agency’s policies and procedures regarding storage, disclosure to third parties, retention and destruction of personally identifiable information and the agency’s assurances that services are provided in compliance with the General Education Provision Act (GEPA). This plan may be reviewed at district’s Administrative Building located at 860 West Vest, Marshall, MO 65340. The district phone number is 660/886-7414.

This notice will be provided in native languages as appropriate.

Sexual Harassment Policy

It is the intent of the Marshall Public School District to provide and to promote an atmosphere conducive to learning. Bueker Middle School has a strict policy prohibiting any form of sexual harassment of students. Any type of harassment (sexual, racial, or otherwise) will not be tolerated.

Harassment is defined as offensive language, physical or verbal sexual advances, physical contact or any other conduct which causes another individual discomfort or embarrassment. Sexual harassment may include, but is not limited to:

ü Verbal harassment or abuse.

ü Subtle pressure for sexual activity.

ü Inappropriate or unwelcome touching, patting, or pinching.

ü Intentional brushing against a student’s body.

ü Demanding sexual favors accompanied by implied or overt promise of preferential treatment.

ü Inappropriate staring at another person’s body (“looking you up & down”).

Anyone believing themselves to be a victim of sexual harassment by a student or an employee of the district should report such complaints to a principal, teacher, counselor, or other staff member. A reporting form is available in the Assistant Principal’s office, but reports may also be verbal or by informal written note. The school will act to investigate all complaints as quickly as possible.

Individuals who sexually harass either a student or staff member may be subject to civil or criminal litigation or both, as well as discipline by the school district, including possible suspension or expulsion.