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WELCOME

This year promises to be an exciting year for students at Pennichuck. It is with pleasure that we welcome our new students and welcome back our returning students and all their families. We know that this year will be filled with new challenges.

All of us look forward to working with you while you are here. Your success will depend on how much effort you put forth. Working together we can make it a successful and rewarding experience for you.

Have an outstanding school year!

The Pennichuck Staff

Nashua School District

MISSION STATEMENT

The Nashua School District, in partnership with the community, is committed to providing a quality education to all students in a safe, nurturing, and motivating environment and is dedicated to helping students become lifelong learners and responsible, productive members of a r rapidly changing society.

PHILOSOPHY

Adolescents are unique in their needs and behavior. This transition period is characterized by a variety of growth patterns in physical, personal, social, emotional and cognitive development. Middle School students tend to experience uneven body changes and fluctuating level of self-esteem and peer acceptance. They frequently demonstrate inconsistent behavior and a wide range of interests, needs and abilities.

The adolescent student in this transitional stage of development requires a flexible program of studies designed to meet individual student needs through a variety of meaningful experiences. The staff strives for excellence, working to meet individual needs and stated goals.

In our ever-expanding technological world, the staff also recognizes the need to instill in the student a desire to attain a high school education and encourage continuing education as the basis for future career choices and achievements.

GOALS

1. Develop a positive, healthy self-concept.

2. Develop an environment for mutual respect.

3. Develop an understanding and appreciation of student cultural differences in order to foster community acceptance.

4. Develop a spirit of acceptance in support of mainstreamed students.

5. Develop an acceptance of the responsibility for one’s own learning through the mastery of effective student techniques.

6. Develop reading, writing, oral communication, math and science skills as well as a recognition of how they are interconnected.

7. Develop creative and critical thinking skills that will enable the student to function in a rapidly changing society.

8. Develop sensitivity for the fine and practical arts.

9. Develop awareness for technological change.

10. Develop recognition of and acknowledge the need for life long learning

ARRIVAL ON AND DEPARTURE FROM SCHOOL GROUNDS

Students may enter the school by 6:45am. While we do not recommend that students arrive at this hour, students who are transported to school are encouraged to arrive by 7:30am to avoid significant travel delays caused by the large number of cars entering the school grounds shortly before school begins. It is suggested that walkers arrive at school by 7:45am.

All students are expected to leave school grounds at dismissal time unless they are reporting to a teacher for extra help or participating in an after school activity. Students who misbehave while waiting for a ride home will face disciplinary consequences.

BICYCLES & ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION

Bicycles may be ridden to school, however students must walk their bicycles on school grounds. Bicycle racks are provided for the purpose of parking bicycles. Please use them. Do not lay bicycles on the ground. Bicycles are to be kept locked while not in use. Students are reminded that bicycles not belonging to them should not be tampered with. Bicycles are brought to school at the student's risk. The school will not assume responsibility for bicycle damage. Students are not permitted to ride their bicycles in the schoolyard. Students are to walk their bikes over the footbridge when coming to or leaving school.

Skateboards/roller blades are not allowed to be used in the school building or on school grounds

SAFETY - ARRIVING AT AND LEAVING FROM SCHOOL

Students riding bicycles, walking or riding in automobiles should arrive at school no earlier than 15 minutes before the scheduled time for school opening. No supervision is provided prior to this time.

When discharging or picking up students, please do not use the bus area.

For safety rules while riding the school bus, please refer to the section entitled "Transportation."

HOMEROOM

There will be a homeroom period at the start of each day. Attendance will be taken and announcements made. Homeroom will serve as the advisory program.

On occasion, for the purpose of distributing materials such as report cards, test results, and Parent Newsletter, an afternoon homeroom will be held. Students will be notified when that is to occur.

SILENT MEDITATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Time will be provided at the beginning of each school day for a moment of silent meditation and the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States.

DAILY NOTICES

Daily notices are read over the PA and are posted on the school webpage. These notices are also distributed to all faculty via e-mail by midmorning. A copy of the staff/student notices will be posted in each classroom.

LOCKERS/DESKS

Lockers are assigned to all students. Students may be required to share a locker with another student. Do not share your locker combination with other students not assigned to your locker.

Lockers and desks are school property and use of them is granted to students for securing books, school materials, and personal property. The school retains ownership of the lockers and desks and the right to inspect them or to reclaim them. General or specific searches of school property may be conducted at any time.

Students will be issued locks for their lockers. Only school locks are to be used on student lockers. The custodian may remove ANY PERSONAL LOCKS found on lockers. All locks must be returned at the end of each school year. Lost locks will result in an assessed fee of $4.50.

Lockers are the property of the school and may be opened at any time.

CORRIDOR PASSES/BEHAVIOR

Students are required to have a pass anytime they leave a room. Hall passes are included in the Student Planner which is issued on the first day of school. Students are required to carry their Planners with them at all times while out of their classroom.

No open beverages are to be carried in the corridors – no running in the corridors.

FIRE DRILL PROCEDURE

When the fire alarm rings file quietly out of the classroom. Your teachers will inform you of procedures on these matters, and your assigned area. You will go to your assigned area, WITHOUT RUNNING OR PUSHING. If the teacher is not with you, you will wait at your assigned area until that teacher or any other teacher tells you to return to class.

LOST AND FOUND

Any lost or misplaced article should be sent to the CAFETERIA. All clothing items are stored in the closet adjacent to the cafeteria.

Each year we have boxes of unclaimed sweaters, boots, sneakers, jackets, coats, mittens, gloves, hats, lunch boxes, etc. Over the school year, the number of articles in the lost-and-found increases to the point of creating a storage problem. If articles are not claimed within a reasonable period of time, the school will dispose of these articles as it sees fit.

Parents are invited to come in and check the lost-and-found articles any time.

TELEPHONE REGULATIONS

The pay phone located in the front lobby is for before or after school use only. Students will not be allowed to use the telephone in school except in emergencies.

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

1. Textbooks and essential instructional materials are loaned to students without charge.

2. Students are held responsible for the loss of textbooks or for damages beyond normal wear.

3. Musical instruments, which are the property of the school department, are loaned to students on an availability basis. Students to whom these instruments are loaned are liable for their loss or damage.

Students are held liable for loss of classroom or school library materials charged to them and for damage beyond normal wear.

LOST BOOK POLICY

Students are expected to take excellent care of all school and library books, materials and equipment that are loaned or assigned to them. Students must cover their textbooks. All school property should be returned in the same condition, exclusive of normal wear from reasonable use, in which it was received.

Students should report immediately any lost or damaged books, materials and/or equipment to the teacher. Students will be held financially responsible for such loss or damage. The charge to the student will be based upon age and condition of the item at the time of issue. The building Principal or designee will determine the amount of the charge.

STUDENT DRESS CODE

A student’s appearance and dress in school:

· Should not interfere with the education, safety, and health of that student or his/her fellow students.

· Clothing should be worn in such a manner that undergarments are not visible.

· Should be neat and clean and without holes.

· Should be appropriate school attire, (no cigarette, drug, or alcohol advertising, Co-ed naked or inappropriate language or sayings.)

· Hats, headbands, bandanas and gloves are not allowed.

· No halter-tops, bare midriff, tank tops, or overly revealing attire. Straps on tops should be at a minimum, the width of a dollar bill.

· Shorts, skirts and dresses must be a minimum of 15 inches in length measured from the top to the bottom or have a hemline no more than 2 inches above the knee. No cutoffs of any kind allowed.

· No pajama tops or bottoms.

· No chains, spiked collars or bracelets.

· No pins or safety pins hanging on clothes.

We encourage students to wear clothing that identifies them as a member of an athletic team at Pennichuck on the day of an event. The clothing must not violate any of the above dress codes.

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

At Pennichuck Middle School, there are many extra‑ curricular activities offered to all students. In the area of sports: boys’ and girls’ soccer, volleyball, cross country, boys’ and girls’ basketball, cheering, baseball, softball, and track are included. A physical is necessary prior to trying out for sports. At all athletic events students’ support is greatly appreciated.

Clubs/organizations include Drama Club, Select Chorus, Student Government, Yearbook, Ski Club and Destination Imagination. Other clubs are sometimes offered depending on student interest.

To participate in any extra‑curricular activity, a student must be present for at least 75% (4 hours) of the school day.

ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES MIDDLE SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

A student who receives a failing grade in any academic subject in the marking period immediately preceding the start of a listed extracurricular activity shall be ineligible to participate in such extracurricular activity. It is each student's responsibility to take advantage of the resources available to help him/her maintain his/her eligibility for participation.

A student must meet these standards for each marking period throughout his/her participation in the extracurricular activity.

All coaches and advisors shall monitor their students` academic performance and urge them to take advantage of existing opportunities for extra help if they are not maintaining the eligibility standard.

A student may appeal to the Principal for a waiver of these requirements, which shall be granted, if the Principal determines that serious extenuating circumstances beyond the student's control contributed to the academic difficulties and that participation in the desired extracurricular activity is not likely to result in continued academic deficiencies.

FIELD TRIPS

Field trips are educational experiences planned to correlate closely with grade level curricula. Since these lessons occur away from school grounds, permission slips signed by a parent/guardian are a prerequisite for student participation. Students who do not participate are given course-oriented assignments and are supervised by other instructional personnel.

In order to insure the safety and well-being of all students, any student who is suspended three (3) or more times or receives a singular five (5) day suspension, will not be eligible to participate in any field trips. Parents requesting a waiver of this rule should schedule an appointment with the principal.

The preferred bus passenger ratio for field trips is one adult per ten children. Parents, other than formal chaperones, who might wish to participate, must provide their own transportation.

A parent transporting pupils in his/her own vehicle must complete a Waiver of Liability form, available in the school office. This form ensures that the City of Nashua will provide secondary insurance coverage in the event of an accident. The parent's personal automobile insurance will be the primary source of coverage.

HOMEWORK

Two objectives for the Middle Schools are to provide for the intellectual development of the student and to aid the student in the development of an acceptable level of proficiency in all learning programs. Homework plays an integral part in meeting these objectives. Class grades will reflect homework and class work.

The purpose of homework:

1. The reinforcement of concepts taught in class.

2. The exploration of additional and in depth materials related to the subject.

3. The promotion of the idea that learning is a life long process that is not limited to the span of the regular school day.

4. The development of self-discipline and self-control.

5. The opportunity for parental involvement in the educational development of the child.

GUIDELINES REGARDING HOMEWORK:

Most sections in all grades should be given a reasonable amount of homework. It is recommended that usually no single night’s homework assignment in one subject should require more than 30 minutes to complete.

Long-term assignments may be given in all subject areas. Students must be aware of the need to budget their time so that these assignments are worked on during the span of time given by the teacher.

Homework should not be given before a one-day school holiday. Homework may be given before a three day weekend. Homework should not be initiated immediately before a school vacation, although long-term assignments may span a school vacation period.

MARKING SCALE

A+	97 - 100	C	73 - 76
A	93 - 96	C-	70 - 72
A-	90 - 92	D+	67 - 69
B+	87 - 89	D	63 - 66
B	83 - 86	D-	60 - 62
B-	80 - 82	F	59 and below
C+	77 - 79

MAKE-UP SCHEDULE

MONDAY: Mathematics, Family & Consumer Science, Tech Ed, Business Education, Computer Education

TUESDAY: Social Studies, Foreign Language, Art

WEDNESDAY English, Physical Education, Media Center, Reading & Writing

THURSDAY: Science, Learning Disabilities, (Remedial Areas), Guidance, Music, Special Education

Make‑Up Sessions begin at 2:45 and end at 3:25 PM

Every teacher will conduct one afternoon session each week. Student attendance at these sessions shall be on a voluntary basis, but teachers may request you to return.

These sessions provide an opportunity for you to make up work if you have been absent. If you are behind in your schoolwork, this will help you in receiving extra help. It is also an opportunity to work on material you do not understand. Students assigned after school office detention may serve their detention in a make-up session with their teacher(s). After completing the make-up session these students must bring a signed note from the teacher to the office indicating the time spent in make-up.

Assignments and textbooks may be obtained during absences due to hospitalization or long-term medical reasons by contacting the Guidance Office at 594-4310. A twenty-four hour notice is required for assignments. When a student is on an extended vacation, arrangements with the teacher can be made to make up work using after school sessions upon return.

REPORT CARDS

Report cards are distributed three times a year. The letter grades A, B, C, D and F are used to indicate student's progress. A more detailed explanation of the values of these letter grades will be found on the report cards.

Conduct marks may be entered upon your report card by any teacher in the school or by the office. An incomplete grade indicates the student has not completed all necessary work for the marking period at the time marks closed. Arrangements for make‑up must be made with the subject teacher. It is recommended that the incomplete be made up by the middle of the following marking period.

PROGRESS REPORTS

These reports are given to all students approximately six (6) weeks into each new marking period. These reports assist parents, students, staff and administration in monitoring student performance and behavior.

In addition, a parent may request individual progress reports from teachers to indicate student improvement by contacting the Guidance Office at 594‑4310.

PROMOTION OF PUPILS

At the close of the school year, the majority of pupils progress to the next grade. Occasionally, because of absenteeism, insufficient academic achievement or delayed maturation, it may be necessary that a pupil repeat a grade.

Generally, students must pass a minimum of three subjects in the major areas of Math, English, Social Studies, and Science to be promoted to the next grade.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Physical Education is a regular part of the school curriculum. Appropriate clothing for physical education classes would include sneakers (for safety and efficiency), tee shirts or cotton shirts, shorts or slacks, and a jacket, as classes are held outside until Thanksgiving. For safety reasons, items of jewelry, such as earrings, chains, and studded adornments, may be requested to be removed by the Physical Education teacher. Children will not be excused from Physical Education class unless they have a medical excuse. They must be seen by the school nurse or, in the case of a prolonged illness, have a written excuse from a doctor.

PROPERTY, LITTER, AND SCHOOL PRIDE

Society provides students with the privileges of a public education. Each student has the responsibility of protecting his/her share of these privileges and, in particular, the use of tax-supported school buildings. Students are expected to demonstrate respect for society by taking pride in their school and not littering school grounds or in any way defacing school property.

From time to time, students may be asked to assist with minor clean-up duties at school. While this may be a consequence for making a mess in school, this activity is not limited to this reason. As good citizens, we must all take responsibility for helping to keep our school clean and presentable. This means that students may be asked to help in picking up litter, particularly in the cafeteria.

STUDENT GOVERNMENT

Students are encouraged to get involved in Student Government. Student Government gives assistance in such areas as school dances; bake sales, and other school functions. Their hard work, along with student participation adds to the success of the school program.

Within the team, students select the Student Government members. Any student receiving an F in deportment for a marking period is ineligible to serve in the Government during the next marking period.

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICIES

No School Signal It is the intent of the Board of Education to keep the schools in session under most weather conditions. The signal that closes ALL SCHOOLS ALL DAY will be sounded at 6:00 AM and at 7:00 AM. This includes the fire alarm signal and radio station announcements on WSMN (1590 on your AM dial), WMVU (900 on your AM dial), WHOB (106.3 on your FM dial), WFEA (1370 on your AM dial), WZID (95.7 on your FM dial), WGIR (101.1 on FM and 610 on AM dial), WQLL (96.5 on your AM dial), and on the following television stations: WMUR (Channel 9), WBZ (Channel 4), WCVB (Channel 5), and WHDH (Channel 7).

Parents of young children, or those in unusual situations are expected to use discretion in sending their children to school on a stormy day. Age of students, location within the city, availability of sidewalks, and distance from school are all factors, which vary for each family. Each family, therefore, should judge whether to send children to school on days when weather conditions are questionable, though not severe enough to close schools.

Students who are kept at home by their parents on inclement days or who are tardy because of severe weather conditions beyond their control will not be reprimanded or suffer any academic penalty which cannot be made up.

Delayed Opening Announcement will be carried by the radio and television stations as listed under the INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICIES, No School Signal section.

A 90-minute delayed school opening is an option that may be used on days when weather and street conditions are projected to improve during the morning hours. All schools will start 90 minutes later than on a regular school day and buses will also follow a 90-minute delayed schedule covering their routes. The school day will end at the regular time. When a 90-minute delayed opening is called, AM Kindergarten is cancelled for the day.

Early Dismissals Announcements will be carried by radio and television stations as listed under the INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICIES, No School Signal section.

It is extremely important that you make arrangements for your child's care in the event school is dismissed early when you are not at home, and it is important that your child knows what those arrangements are.

Severe weather conditions may develop after school is in session and may warrant an early dismissal. Should a decision for early dismissal be made, buses will be ready to begin taking some students home approximately 30-35 minutes after a decision is made, and the general order of dismissal will be consistent with the regular order of dismissals. Conditions could cause the interval between these dismissal times to be lengthened.

GUIDANCE SERVICES

The school counseling program at Pennichuck offers a variety of services. The counselors work with students individually and in small groups supporting the social, emotional and academic needs. Our counselors manage classroom educational programs around healthy decision making skills and career exploration. Also, school counselors are always available as a resource for parents. It is the goal of this department to work with the faculty, parents and students to make each child’s experience the best it can be during their years at Pennichuck Middle School. If you wish to contact Guidance directly please call 594-4310.

LIBRARY/MEDIA CENTER

Students who have been assigned specific work to be done in the Library will obtain library permits from their subject teachers (substitutes do not issue permits).

After obtaining a library permit, student will report directly to the Library/Media Center.. Student will remain in the Library for the entire period under the supervision of the Librarian.

CIRCULATION PROCEDURES

Library Media Center uses a computerized automated circulation system. Books are scanned out by a computer for three weeks and may be renewed at any time.

OVERDUE BOOK PROCEDURES

Step 1 – Student will receive an overdue notice.

Step 2 – Student will be sent to librarian.

Step 3 – Student name is sent to Assistant Principal.

During the above steps, library privileges will be suspended. A student who has not returned materials will have his/her report card held.

REACH (RECOGNIZING EXTRAORDINARY ABILITIES IN CHILDREN)

The REACH program is intended to create an environment in which deliberate efforts are made to recognize, identify, and nurture students with extraordinary abilities manifested by a rage to master, precocity, and marching to the beat of a different drummer. Due to their uniqueness, these students require techniques, programs and modifications of regular programs to develop maximum potential. Among the many and varied students in Nashua, we recognize that some excel in a particular area: General intellectual ability, specific academic ability, creative and productive thinking, leadership, affective skills, visual and performing arts, and psychomotor ability. The REACH program will strive to meet the needs of these students through educational instruction, programs and activities.

REACH is available Kindergarten through Grade 12; services are designed to meet individual and group needs.

Areas of emphasis:

1. Direct services to REACH students.

2. Assistance to classroom teachers.

3. Professional development in gifted education

4. Information linking REACH families to in-district and out-of-district resources.

5. Integration of services into curricular areas.

FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM

Nashua Schools participate in the National School Breakfast, Lunch and Special Milk Programs. In order for you and your child(ren) to benefit from programs offered in all elementary schools, please familiarize yourself with the following information. Any questions should be directed to the Director of Food Services at 594-4300 - X1137.

TENATIVE MEAL PRICES

Breakfast-$.85 Lunch-$2.00

APPLICATION FOR FREE AND REDUCED-PRICE MEALS

Your family may be eligible for free or reduced-price meals for breakfast and lunch. A packet of information will be sent home the first week of school. To apply for financial assistance, please complete the application and return it to the school cafeteria. One application may be used for all children in the household attending Nashua Schools. If your children are eligible to receive food stamps or TANF benefits, you may submit the statement from the Food Stamp Office (ATI statement) in place of the application for free or reduced-price meals. If they are receiving Food Stamp or TANF benefits but are refused free meals, please call the school. These benefits are available throughout the year. Applications may be obtained from any school cafeteria or the school office.

MEAL PREPAYMENT SYSTEM

All Nashua Schools have a computerized payment system for the management of school meals. This system allows us to provide better service to students and parents, as well as account for all meals served at individual schools. This system is also designed to protect the privacy of those students who may be receiving free or reduced-price meals.

Each student is assigned a personal meal account number with four or five digits. A number is issued to each student when enrolled in the school. As long as the student continues to be enrolled at the same school site, the same code number will be utilized. During mealtime, students key in their code number on a keypad located on the cafeteria line. The meal charges are deducted from their account balance at that time. If there are not sufficient funds in the student's account, the meal is automatically charged at that time. The same procedure is used for breakfast, lunch, and milk sales.

RESPONSIBLE USE GUIDELINES – INTERNET

The Nashua School District’s (NSD) computer network and Internet access are available to students to enhance their educational experience and become computer literate in an increasingly technological world.

The purpose of these Responsible Use Guidelines is to foster the appropriate use of that network and the Internet. The following Guidelines apply to all users whenever they access any School District network connection.

EDUCATIONAL PURPOSE

The NSD network has been established for educational purposes limited to classroom activities, career development, and independent scholastic research on appropriate subjects.

The NSD network has not been established as a public access service or a public forum. The School District has the right to place reasonable restrictions on the material you access or post through the system. You are also expected to follow the School District’s Student Behavior Standards when accessing the NSD network.

You may not use the NSD network for commercial purposes. This means you may not offer, provide, or purchase products or services through this network.

You may not use the NSD network for political lobbying. But you may use the system to communicate with elected representatives and to express your opinion on political issues.

UNACCEPTABLE USES

Personal Safety

You will not post personal contact information about yourself or other people. Personal contact information includes (but is not limited to) home, school or work addresses and telephone numbers.

You will not agree to meet with someone you have met online without your parent’s approval. A parent or guardian should accompany you to this meeting.

You will promptly disclose to your teacher or another school official any message you receive that is inappropriate or makes you feel uncomfortable.

Illegal Activities

You will not attempt to gain unauthorized access to the NSD network or to any other computer system through the NSD network. This includes attempting to log in through another person’s account or access another person’s files. These actions are illegal, even if only for the purposes of “browsing.”

You will not make deliberate attempts to disrupt the computer system or destroy data by spreading computer viruses.

You will not use the NSD network to engage in any illegal act, including but not limited to arranging for the purchase or sale of drugs or alcohol, engaging in criminal activity, or threatening the safety of another person.

System Security

You are responsible for your individual user account, and should take all reasonable precautions to prevent others from being able to use your account. Under no conditions should you provide your password to another person.

You will immediately notify a teacher or other school official if you have identified or witnessed a possible security problem. Do not go looking for security problems, because this may be construed as an illegal attempt to gain access.

Inappropriate Language

Restrictions against inappropriate language apply to public messages, private messages, and material posted on Web pages.

You will not use obscene, profane, lewd, vulgar, rude, inflammatory, threatening, or disrespectful forms of communication. This applies to verbal and written language, diagrams, photographs, representations, videos, or any other forms of communication. You will not post information that could cause damage or a danger of disruption.

You will not engage in personal attacks, including prejudicial or discriminatory attacks.

You will not harass another person. Harassment is persistently acting in a manner that distresses or annoys another person. If you are told by a person to stop sending them messages, you must stop.

You will not knowingly or recklessly post false or defamatory information about a person or organization.

Respect for Privacy

You will not re-post a message that was sent to you privately without permission of the person who sent you the message.

You will not post private information about another person.

Plagiarism and Copyright Infringement

You will not plagiarize works that you find on the Internet. Plagiarism is taking the ideas or writings of others and presenting them as if they were yours.

You will respect the rights of copyright owners. Copyright infringement occurs when you reproduce a work that is protected by a copyright without authorization. If a work contains language that specifies appropriate use of that work, you should follow the expressed requirements. Copyright law can be very confusing. If you have questions, ask a teacher.

Inappropriate Access to Material

You will not use the NSD network to access material that is profane or obscene (pornographic), that advocates illegal acts, or that advocates violence or discrimination toward other people (hate literature). A special exception may be made for hate literature, if the purpose of your access is to conduct research, and both your teacher and parent or guardian approve.

If you mistakenly access inappropriate information, you should immediately tell your teacher or another school official. This will protect you against a claim that you have intentionally violated this policy.

Your parent or guardian should instruct you if there is additional material that he or she thinks would be inappropriate for you to access. The School District fully expects you to follow your parent’s or guardian’s instructions in this matter.

Your Rights

The NSD network is considered a limited forum, similar to the school newspaper, and therefore the School District reserves the right to regulate that forum for valid educational reasons. The District will not restrict your speech on the basis of a disagreement with opinions you are expressing.

You should expect only limited privacy of the contents of your personal files on the District system. This situation is similar to the rights you have in the privacy of your locker.

An individual search will be conducted, if there is reasonable suspicion that you have violated these Guidelines, the Nashua School District Student Behavior Standards, or the law.

Disciplinary Actions

Students who violate the Responsible Use Guidelines may be denied future Internet and/or network privileges for a defined period of time, or be subject to other disciplinary measures as set forth in the Nashua School District Student Behavior Standards, or other rules of the District which may be applicable.

STUDENT-BEHAVIOR STANDARDS

Mission Statement

The primary purpose of the public school is education. In order for students to learn and teachers to teach, an atmosphere conducive to learning must be maintained.

Goals

Discipline is

· A process through which individuals learn and demonstrate expected, appropriate behaviors.

· An orderly and structured environment.

· Achieved when students, parents/guardians, teachers, Principals, administrative and support personnel, Superintendents, and the community, as represented by the Board of Education, accept responsibility for their own behaviors and respect the rights of others.

Expectations

The entire community has a vested interest in the discipline program within our schools. Successful implementation of a thoughtfully constructed discipline policy is a benefit to the entire community both for the present and for the future. Habits of self-discipline developed in the educational setting…

· Will have a positive influence on building stronger family bonds;

· Will enhance the opportunity for better relationships within the workplace and the community.

Core Responsibilities

It is everyone's responsibility to:

· Teach and model self-discipline

· Respect the rights of others

· Cooperate with one another

· Learn the Nashua School District's Student Behavior Standards

· Recognize that absenteeism is a classroom disruption

· Provide a safe and positive educational environment at school and at home

It is a student's responsibility to:

· Be in charge of his/her own behavior

· Comply with school rules at all times

· Arrive at school and to class on time

· Be prepared to learn

· Honor the teacher's duty to teach and other students' right to learn

· Attend school daily

· Tell school staff about any discipline concerns they may have

It is a parent's responsibility to:

· Communicate to the school their child(ren)'s concerns or needs

· Encourage child(ren) to do his/her best

· Contact school if child(ren) will be absent

· Be available for conferences

· Assure that child(ren) attend school daily

· Help child(ren) learn about the Nashua Schools' behavioral expectations and the consequences of breaking rules

· Ensure that adult supervision is provided should a child's behavior cause him or her to be suspended out of school

It is a teacher's responsibility to:

· Manage classroom behaviors

· Inform and post classroom rules and behavioral expectations

· Report to parents regularly

· Enforce the Nashua School District's Student Behavior Standards

· Provide students with a safe school environment

· Encourage and model good attendance

It is a Principal's responsibility to:

· Enforce the Nashua School District's Student Behavior Standards

· Maintain high visibility in and around the school