2017-2018
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2017
Marysville School District
Board of Directors
School Board Meetings
The Marysville School District Board of Directors conducts their regular meetings on the first and third Monday of each month with some exceptions for holidays and school breaks. All regular board meetings begin at 6 p.m. (effective March 2017). Regular session meetings are held at the district administration office at 4220 80th St. NE, Marysville, WA, in the Board Room. If there are cancellations, postponements, changes of location or start time to regularly scheduled board meetings, advance notice will be given to board members and the notice will be posted on the district website. For a list of upcoming meetings, visit http://bit.ly/MSDBoardMeetings.
It Takes a Village
We encourage input and seek feedback from every member of our community. Feedback can be provided a number of different ways: Attending and speaking at a board meeting, emailing a director or calling the district office. While you are welcome to email the director that serves your district area, the school board president is responsible for all board-related correspondence. If you have a school-related or district-related issue, please review the Guidelines for Resolving Citizens Concerns located on page 37 prior to contacting the school board. You may also contact the Superintendent’s Office at (360) 965-0005 or the district office at (360) 965-0000.
Dr. Tom Albright Vice President District 5
Pete Lundberg President District 3
About
Mariana Maksimos District 2
The Marysville School District Board of Directors is composed of five district citizens elected by voters to four-year terms. Their authority is established by the Washington State Legislature, and they act under the direction and restrictions of state law. The board’s legal responsibilities are: • Establishing general policy for the school system; • Employing school personnel upon recommendation of the superintendent; • Adopting the annual operating budget; • Exercising the legislative powers conferred by the Legislature in overseeing school functions; and • Selecting the superintendent of schools
Chris Nation WSSDA Past President District 1
Bruce Larson Director, Legislative Rep District 4
The members of the Board of Directors share a common vision for the Marysville School District: All students are prepared for further education, technology, economic change and social realities because they think critically, create and innovate, collaborate with others, communicate effectively and care compassionately. It is our belief that every child in our community deserves the very best educational experience possible. Every child has the potential to achieve success in life if given the right tools to do so. As a community, we can help to see that this occurs by staying involved with the schools, classrooms and special programs. We must always help each other stay focused on the most important goal - the education and support of children in our community. - Board of Directors
We believe that it truly does take a village to raise a child. Let’s join together in making a fine education entity even better! Learn more about the School Board at http://bit.ly/MSDSchoolBoard.
Welcome from the
Superintendent
CONTENTS 2 Marysville School District Board of Directors 4 Tips for a Successful School Year 6 Voting Makes a Difference 8 Report Bullying 10 Inclement Weather 12 School Parking Lot Safety 14 Homegrown Heroes 16 Classified Employee Appreciation 18 April is Volunteer Month 21 Teacher Appreciation 22 Partnering for a Better Community 24 Solar Power at MSD 26 Bus Drivers Needed 28 About This Publication 28 Register for School 28 Skyward/Family Access 28 Updates and Notifications 29 School Closure Information 29 Attendance and Truancy Requirements 30 Assessment Calendar 30 Annual District Report Cards 31 Athletics 31 Early Childhood Assistance Program (ECAP) 31 Indian Education 31 English Language Learning 31 Title 1/Learning Assistance Program 32 Career and Technical Education (CTE) 32 Education Rights of Homeless and Transitional Children 32 Special Education Services 32 Child Find Notice 33 Highly Capable 33 Student Learning Alternatives 33 School Home Partnership (SHoPP) 33 Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying (HIB) 34 Safe Schools Alert 34 Sexual Harassment
35 Family Educational Rights and Notification (FERPA) 36 Photographs 36 College and Military Recruiters 36 Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA) 36 Student Conduct 36 Student Records 37 Student Safety 37 Student’s Responsibility and Rights 37 Guidelines for Resolving Citizen Concerns 38 Parent Advisory Council 38 Student Insurance 38 Health Services 39 Student Emergencies 39 Medications at School 39 Immunizations 40 Required Vaccines 40 Student Appointments 40 Healthy Youth Survey 40 Breakfast and Lunch Program 40 Free and Reduced Lunch 41 Unpaid Meal Charges 41 Marysville Community Food Bank 41 Facilities Notification 41 Title IX Non-Discrimination 42 Bus Routes 42 Bus Safety and Rules of Conduct 43 Student Safety 43 Equal Opportunity Employer 44 Aquatics/Pool 47 Elementary School Contacts 48 Middle School Contacts 48 High School Contacts 48 District Locations 49 Bell Schedule 50 Parent Calendar
Welcome to the 2017-18 school year! The beginning of the school year is not only exciting for students and parents, but also for all of our employees in the Marysville School District. Thank you for entrusting your children to our educators. Developing strong, purposeful and lasting relationships with our families is a priority of mine, one I seek to encourage across our entire district. We know we cannot do this important work alone. You are your child’s first teacher, and we join you in their educational journey the day they arrive in our classrooms. The Marysville School District has a rich tradition of parent and community involvement in numerous areas, including partnerships with our Parent Advisory Committee (PAC), Parent Teacher Student Associations (PTSAs), and our many community partners who work by our side in support of our youth. Each of our partners embodies the selfless, democratic spirit of supporting and improving our schools so every student can thrive. We thank them deeply for their support. Getting your child to school every day, well rested, fed, and ready to learn is a key role for each parent. Some can take it further by providing input to help with building and district reform efforts, joining a district committee, or by taking it even further by volunteering to help their child’s teacher with a wide variety of tasks or participating in PTSA. In whatever ways you are able to join with us – we welcome you. We are prepared to ensure your child has the best opportunities for success. By doing so, we hope to help them find their passions and encourage a lifetime of learning. I look forward to a new school year with enthusiasm and optimism. I also thank you for your commitment to the Marysville School District, and I am honored to be your superintendent. I extend my best wishes to all students, parents and employees for a productive school year!
Dr. Becky Berg Superintendent
Tips for a Successful School Year No matter the age, nutrition, sleep and managing stress are important for supporting our physical, social and emotional health. It also helps us put our best foot forward each day. These things are even more important for early childhood development. Investing in our children is so important as it maximizes their future well-being and success! Help your child in and outside of the classroom with these helpful tips:
Make sure your child attends school EVERY DAY School attendance is a baseline factor in determining a student’s success. While the importance of attendance may seem obvious, the consequences of low attendance are serious for all children and for the community. Being in school leads to succeeding in school, helps students stay out of trouble, and ensures they are on track to graduate. Project a positive attitude about school Children pick up on the messages we send, so make those messages optimistic and hopeful. Communicate to your children through words and body language that you are excited about school and confident they will enjoy it. Help your child get a healthy breakfast and lunch Eating a healthy breakfast and lunch increases concentration and helps improve grades. Medical authorities and nutrition researchers have documented that youngsters who eat nutritious meals every day and lead active lifestyles will excel. Ensuring your child gets a healthy breakfast and lunch each day will help them focus and succeed in the classroom. Establish family rules related to TV, computer, and video game usage Even in the age of Chromebooks and online education, ground rules for using electronic devices need to be set. These rules apply to parents, too! Our technology partners Eduro Learning have provided us with example media contracts for families. Find them at www.msd25.org under For Parents – Forms
Take care of yourself As a flight attendant would say, “If you are traveling with a small child, put the oxygen mask on yourself first, then on your child.” As parents, we can only help if we are also taking good care of ourselves. Take care of yourself—physically, mentally, emotionally, socially, relationally and spiritually. Make it a priority—for your sake, as well as for your child.
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3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Labor Day
Board Meeting
International Literacy Day
First Day of School K-12
Early Release
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Grandparents’ Day
Hispanic Heritage Month Begins
Patriot Day First Day Kindergarten and Developmental Pre-School
Mayflower Day
Mexican Independence Day
First Day Early Childhood Education Assistance Program (ECEAP)
Early Release
National Arts in Education Week
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Citizenship Day
International Day of Peace
Board Meeting
First Day of Autumn Early Release
Rosh Hashanah Constitution Week
24 25 26 27 28 29 30 National Good Neighbor Day
Early Release
Yom Kippur 5
VOTING MAKES A DIFFERENCE Election day is November 7 and your input matters. This November you have an opportunity to vote for candidates running for school board and city council. Not registered to vote? The deadlines for voter registration, address change and other updates are October 9 (online) and October 30 (in person). State Voters’ Pamphlets are mailed to every household in Washington State from October 7 - 14, and ballots are mailed October 20. Visit www.sos.wa.gov/elections/ and let your voice be heard!
October 2017
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Child Health Day Board Meeting
International Walk to School Day
German American Day Early Release
8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Columbus Day
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Canadian Thanksgiving
National School Lunch Week Fire Prevention Week National Educational Office Professionals Week
15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Early Release
World Food Day Board Meeting
National School Bus Safety Week
22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Early Release
United Nations Day
Make a Difference Day
Conference Week Red Ribbon Week (Drug Free America)
29 30 31 Halloween
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The Marysville School District strives to provide students with optimal conditions for learning and maintaining a school environment where everyone is treated with respect and no one is physically or emotionally harmed. In order to ensure respect and prevent harm, it is a violation of District policy for a student to be harassed, intimated, or bullied by others in the school community, at school sponsored events, or when such actions create a substantial disruption to the educational process. Any school staff who observes, overhears or otherwise witnesses harassment, intimidation or bullying, or to who such actions have been reported must take prompt and appropriate action to stop the harassment and to prevent its reoccurrence. For any action to be considered bullying, it needs to meet the following definition. Harassment intimidation, or bullying means any intentional, electronic, written, verbal or physical act, including but not limited to one shown or to be motivated because of his or her perception of the victim’s race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, or mental physical sensory handicap or other distinguishing characteristic when an act:
• Is so severe, persistent, or pervasive that it creates an intimidating or threatening educational environment; or • Has the effect of substantially disrupting the orderly operation of the school.
REPORT BULLYING If you believe your child is being bullied: 1. Obtain a copy of your school’s anti-bullying policy and procedures. All schools are required to publish them. 2. Contact the police if your child has been the victim of malicious harassment. If the bullying act was particularly vicious and the bully seriously injured your child or caused significant physical harm to your child’s property, the bully may be guilty of malicious harassment. 3. Follow your school’s procedures for filing a written complaint. The school is required to conduct an investigation. 4. Notify the District using SafeSchools Alert, the District’s tip reporting service. This system allows students, staff and parents to submit safety concerns to our administration in four different ways.
November 2017
Phone: (360) 799-5414 Text: (360) 799-5414 Email: 1248@alert1.us Web: http://1248.alert1.us
•P hysically harms a student or damages the student’s property;
You can easily report tips on bullying, harassment, drugs, vandalism or any safety issue you are concerned about. Tips can be submitted at any time.
•H as the effect of substantially interfering with the student’s education;
Thank you for helping to make sure our school community is a safe place to work and learn!
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1 2 3 4 Early Release
5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Standard Time
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Veterans Day
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Education Support Professionals Day
National Parental Involvement Day
Substitute Educators Day Early Release
American Education Week
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Gettysburg Address Anniversary
Board Meeting
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Thanksgiving Day NO SCHOOL
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National Family Week
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INCLEMENT WEATHER With the winter season upon us, inclement weather can cause changes to school schedules. When a decision is made to close school or start late, calls are placed to families. Local radio and television stations also announce school closures and late start information. If the Marysville School District is not mentioned, you will know our schools are open and buses are operating on or near the normal schedule. Every reasonable effort is made to operate school every day so please know that when school cancellations occur, it is in the best interest of our students and their families. There will be times where it may be desirable to operate schools, however road conditions can look different across the district. In some cases, limited transportation is needed for the safety of our bus drivers and students. Those routes will be given to you in advance. For more information visit http://bit.ly/MSDWeatherInfo
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1 2 World AIDS Day Early Release
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Pearl Harbor Day
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10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Human Rights Day
Board Meeting
Bill of Rights Day Early Release
Hanukkah
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 First Day of Winter
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Winter Break
24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Christmas
Winter Break
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Kwanzaa
SCHOOL PARKING LOTS Tips to increase student safety and reduce driver stress
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New Year’s Day Emancipation Proclamation Anniversary
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7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Early Release
Board Meeting
14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Early Release
Martin Luther King Jr. Day NO SCHOOL
21 22 23 24 25 26 27 World Religion Day
Board Meeting
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HOMEGROWN HEROES: JEFF LAYCOCK Graduated: 1998 Attended: Cascade Elementary, Cedarcrest Middle School and Marysville-Pilchuck High School Current Job: City Engineer with the City of Marysville
What is an achievement you are proud of? I am proud of where I am at in my career. I enjoy being part of Marysville’s growth and helping to shape the City’s future. I am also proud to be able to be in a position where I feel like I can contribute toward giving back to the community in which I was raised.
Where did your path lead after graduation? After high school, I attended Washington State University where I majored in Civil Engineering. Go Cougs! While in college, I was an engineering intern during the 2001 summer for the City of Marysville. I graduated from college in 2002, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering. Shortly after college, I started working for RH2 Engineering in Port Orchard, Washington where I was involved with the construction of the City’s wastewater treatment plant expansion. Wanting to start a family, my wife Diana and I decided we wanted to relocate back to Snohomish County to be closer to family and friends. Recalling my experience as an intern, I applied for an Associate Engineer position with the City of Marysville and started working for the City in 2007. What are you doing now? Ten years later, I am still employed with the City of Marysville. I am currently the City Engineer and lead a team of staff to plan and deliver a variety of projects throughout the City. I reside in Stanwood with Diana and my eight-year old son, Kale.
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What is one memorable moment from your school days? Some of my fondest memories were spent on the football field on Friday nights and the relationships I developed being part of such a team. However, my most memorable moments from high school were spent with my future wife Diana. How did Marysville schools help prepare you for life? I believe Marysville schools helped prepare me for life by providing the level of education and opportunity necessary toward the pursuit of a higher education. I feel that the staff, coaches, friends and family always provided the encouragement to make me want to do better, work harder and to never give up. What is one thing you would change about your school experience? To be honest, I would not change a thing. Growing up through Marysville schools and in Marysville was a great experience! I still enjoy being part of the community and making a positive difference.
Are YOU a Homegrown Hero? Do you know one? Every day, staff and administration hear about Marysville School District alumni doing great things locally and across the world. From serving in the Foreign Service, or creating a microfinance program to help developing countries, to working on a county initiative, or starting up a local nonprofit, former Marysville students are doing some amazing things! The Homegrown Heroes project seeks to highlight Marysville School District alumni and their achievements, large and small. Learn more at http://bit.ly/HomegrownHeros NOTE: If you know a fantastic Marysville grad that should be recognized, contact Emily_Wicks@msd25.org with their contact name, email and phone number and we’ll get in touch!
What is one life lesson you’ve learned that you would like to share with others? Live in the moment. Life is too short to worry about what may have been or what is going to happen. Make the most of now and share the experience with the ones you love.
February 2018
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1 2 3 National Freedom Day
Groundhog Day Early Release
4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Early Release
Board Meeting
National School Counseling Week
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday
Mardi Gras
Chinese New Year NO SCHOOL
Ash Wednesday Valentine’s Day
National PTA Founders Day
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Presidents’ Day NO SCHOOL
Board Meeting
George Washington’s Birthday
Early Release
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THANK YOU CLASSIFIED STAFF MEMBERS! Classified Employees Appreciation Week is March 12-16. To the bus drivers, paraeducators, secretaries, support staff, and maintenance and custodial personnel who keep our schools running every day, thank you! Your efforts create and maintain safe and efficient places to learn and grow, and your daily interactions with students and the community can make an impact that lasts a lifetime. Take time this month to thank a staff member who makes a difference in your day!
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1 2 3 ANEA’s Read Across America (Dr. Seuss’s Birthday) Early Release
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National School Breakfast Week National Foreign Language Week
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Johnny Appleseed Day
Absolutely Incredible Kid Day®
St. Patrick’s Day
Early Release
Daylight Saving Time
Classified School Employees Week
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Board Meeting
First Day of Spring
Bahá’í New Year’s Day
Early Release
International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
National Poison Prevention Week
25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Conference Week Good Friday
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APRIL IS NATIONAL VOLUNTEER MONTH! Recommit to volunteer in your community and help make a difference in the lives of your friends and neighbors. The Marysville School District is grateful for those who donate their time and efforts to making each and every school a better place. We strive to engage with, and involve all members of the Marysville-Tulalip Community. Joining the PTA of your child’s school is a great way to stay engaged. Learn more at http://bit.ly/ MSD25GetInvolved. Interested in volunteering in the classroom or other ways? Fill out a volunteer application at http://bit.ly/MSDVolunteers Student Volunteers Are you a student looking to volunteer in the community? Visit www.msd25.org/student-volunteers and check out volunteer opportunities as they become available.
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Spring Break Passover (Concluding Days)
8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Early Release
Holocaust Remembrance
National Library Week
15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Early Release
Patriot’s Day Board Meeting
Public School Volunteer Week National Student Leadership Week
22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Earth Day
Administrative Professionals Day
Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day™
National Arbor Day Early Release
National Volunteer Week Administrative Professionals Week
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THANK YOU MARYSVILLE TEACHERS! Teacher Appreciation Week is May 7-11 and National Teacher Appreciation Day is May 8. Marysville School District teachers are to be commended for the work they do every day to engage, inspire and prepare our students. Teachers have the ability to change lives. This starts in the classroom, but the impact extends far beyond. We are grateful for their service to our community and their passion for helping each student reach personal success. Take time this month to thank a teacher who has changed your life.
THE MARYSVILLE EDUCATION ASSOCIATION The Marysville Education Association (MEA) consists of the certified professionals who work with students in the Marysville School District. The constitution of the MEA states: “The purpose of the Marysville Education Association shall be to advance the interests of the profession of teaching, to bargain collectively, and to promote the cause of education in the Marysville School District and the State of Washington.”
May 2018
Nearly 100 percent of the eligible instructional staff in Marysville are members of MEA. We are extremely proud of the diversity of thought membership brings to the organization. The working conditions of members are the learning conditions of students, and we continue to be focused on the academic and emotional growth of students. We believe in great public schools providing opportunities for all students. The MEA is proud to contribute to the positive growth and development of Marysville’s children. - Randy Davis, MEA President For more information, visit www.marysvilleteachers.net
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1 2 3 4 5 Law Day
World Press Freedom Day
School Lunch Hero Day Horace Mann’s Birthday
Early Release
National Education and Sports Week
Cinco de Mayo
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Board Meeting
National Teacher Day World Red Cross Day
Early Release
National School Nurse Day
Be Kind To Animals Week Teacher Appreciation Week
13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Early Release
First Day of Ramadan
Mother’s Day
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Armed Forces Day
Snow Day Make Up Day
Victoria Day (Canada)
Early Release Board Meeting
National Educational Bosses’ Week
27 28 29 30 31 Memorial Day NO SCHOOL
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PARTNERING FOR A BETTER COMMUNITY The City of Marysville Street Department, with help from the Marysville Parks Department, maintains the Bayview Trail. This includes mowing, litter picking, trail repairs and crosswalk maintenance. City staff noticed that the trash cans located along the trail were starting to see the end of their lifecycles and needed to be replaced. They also knew the cans were not exactly aesthetically pleasing. They looked to Marysville School District’s 10 elementary schools for help. Each school was provided a barrel to decorate and design with their mascot, school colors, or anything else they felt highlighted their school culture and pride. All elementary schools now have a barrel located along the trail. “This project is a great way to get our residents active,” said Jake Wetzel with the City of Marysville Public Works Department. “It also provides our local students the experience of making a positive impact in their community.” The City plans to take the barrels down in the winter and get them repainted by the elementary schools each year. The barrels will be placed back on the trail each spring and summer for everyone to enjoy. Marysville strives for healthy kids, healthy residents and healthy communities! Our city trails give everyone a chance to enjoy the community and Marysville’s scenic views.
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1 2 Early Release
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Board Meeting
Early Release
World Environment Day
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Flag Day
Race Unity Day
MGHS Graduation 4 p.m. MPHS Graduation 7:30 p.m.
Last Day of School Pending Snow Days
MMVHS Graduation 4 p.m. A&T HS Graduation 7:30 p.m.
International Day of the African Child
Early Release Heritiage HS Graduation 6 p.m.
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Father’s Day
Board Meeting
Half Day
Juneteenth
First Day of Summer
Half Day Last Day of School Pending Snow Days
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SOLAR POWER AND ENERGY EFFICIENCIES AT MSD25 In April of 2017, Arlington Electric installed a 10.03-kilowatt solar panel array on the MarysvillePilchuck High School Campus pool. The project was funded by a grant from Snohomish County PUD’s Planet Power program, designed to support local solar projects on buildings such as schools, libraries, city halls, and other community sites where customers can learn about solar energy and see the technology in use. The energy generated by this project is small compared to the overall energy consumption at Marysville-Pilchuck High School. In 2016, the school consumed about 3.15 million kilowatthours, while the new solar array is projected to produce 11,365 kilowatt-hours per year. This projection is based on factors such as number of panels, panel tilt, solar hours/weather data, array azimuth (degrees facing south) and panel efficiency. Marysville School District Communications Coordinator Emily Wicks says that even a small savings makes a difference, and she hopes that the community will see the benefit of investing in new buildings and structures that improve energy efficiency. “When you compare the energy consumption of older buildings at MP with newer buildings like the Food Commons and buildings on the Getchell Campus, the cost difference is eye-opening,” said Wicks. “It just makes financial sense to reduce our energy consumption.”
July 2018
Snohomish County PUD is committed to looking to environmentally friendly energy sources including wind, solar power, small hydro, tidal power, biomass, biogas and geothermal energy. The PUD believes that the development of local, smallscale renewable generation is an integral part of developing and promoting green power in its service territory. Learn more about Planet Power at www.snopud.com/planetpower.
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DRIVERS NEEDED School bus driving is a rewarding experience and is ideal for retirees, parents with children in the district, or independent business owners. As a driver, you have an opportunity to interact with students and become an integral part of your local community while making a great wage with benefits. Get started as a substitute driver by filling out an application at this link: http://bit.ly/SubDriverApp
SCHOOL BUS SAFETY INITIATIVE CONTINUES School buses in Marysville now feature the CrossingGuard® school bus stop arm safety solution, which mounts purpose-built cameras on the side of each school bus. When the stop arm is deployed, the camera automatically detects a vehicle illegally passing the stop arm in either direction and captures video of the violation and still images of a vehicle‘s license plate. The violation video and license plate images are reviewed by the Marysville Police Department for approval prior to a citation being issued. By leveraging technology, we now have a proven solution to keep children safe, because one child injured is one too many. Learn more at http://bit.ly/BusSafetyInitiative.
Congrats to Talia Gibbs, previously a third grader in Mrs. Jenkins class at the MCEP Co-Op at Marshall Elementary. Talia was the winner of the 2016-17 School Bus Safety Contest and her poster went on to compete nationally!
August 2018
Learn more about bus safety and bus rules under the annual notifications section on page 42.
Find your child’s bus route at http://bit.ly/FindMyRoute
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ABOUT THIS PUBLICATION The 2017-18 Marysville School District Calendar and Guide includes information we must legally provide and information we feel may be important to you. Please note that the events and updates in this calendar are accurate as of August 2017, but may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Our website, social media pages, and school and district newsletters are also great ways for parents and community members to stay informed on newly added events and updated information.
SKYWARD/FAMILY ACCESS Skyward/Family Access is a web portal where students and parents or guardians can review student progress from home, office or mobile device. With Skyward, students and parents or guardians have access to a variety of student information such as attendance, bus routes and schedules, grades, assignments, food service balance and student and family demographics. Funds can be electronically added to student meal accounts through this site. Student absence notifications can also be entered here. Not all Skyward/ Family Access features are available at all schools. Parents or guardians may receive their usernames and passwords at their child’s school during school hours. Photo identification is required.
HOW TO REGISTER FOR SCHOOL K-5th Grade: The Marysville School District has 10 elementary schools. Students entering kindergarten or first grade must be 5 or 6 years old on or before August 31. All students registering for kindergarten will need their birth certificate and immunization record (see page 39 for immunization requirements). Kindergarten registration begins in early spring. Parents must register
their K-5th grade child at their neighborhood school. To find your child’s local school, visit http://bit.ly/FindMyRoute. Registration forms can be found at www.msd25.org/register-for-school. 6th-8th Grade: The Marysville School District offers four middle schools. Three of those schools are assigned by boundaries and one (10th Street School) is attended by a lottery, which takes place in February. Parents must register their 6th-8th grade child at their neighborhood school. To find your child’s local school, visit http://bit.ly/FindMyRoute. Registration forms can be found at www.msd25.org/register-for-school. 9th-12th Grade: The Marysville School District currently offers seven high school choices designed around student interests and Snohomish County career trends. High school enrollment is by choice, not boundary. This model is currently under review, to study if we are achieving the student learning outcomes that we would like for the investment of taxpayer dollars. If the model is changed during your child’s time in high school, careful planning will occur in order to ensure a smooth transition and minimal impact on your son or daughter. If you have questions or concerns about this process, please call our Learning and Teaching offices at (360) 965-0000. Parents must register their high school student at the District Office located at 4220 80th St. NE, Marysville, WA 98270. Registration forms can be found at www.msd25.org/register-for-school.
RECEIVE UPDATES AND NOTIFICATIONS Email, Calls and Text Messages Our district uses an electronic mailing list to send district and school newsletters and communications. When you register your child for school, you will automatically receive emergency and information emails, calls and text messages. Smart Phone App The Marysville School District is mobile! Today more individuals own and use a smartphone than a computer or laptop. We want to help meet our students and families where they are - on their phones. Our new smart phone app allows parents, students and the community to access information through the app in addition to our website. This application blends with the work we do on the website and social media, and users can select which schools they would like to receive push notifications from. To get the app, search for Marysville School District in the App Store on your Android or iPhone. Get Social Like the Marysville School District on Facebook (MarysvilleSD), follow us on Instagram (MSVLSD25), and stay updated on Twitter (@MSD25). With all these communications options, you won’t miss a beat!
INCLEMENT WEATHER AND SCHOOL CLOSURE INFORMATION
ATTENDANCE/TRUANCY REQUIREMENTS (BECCA NOTIFICATION)
In the event of school start time delays or school closure due to inclement weather or emergency, a message will be on the district’s Emergency Phone Line at (360) 965-0252, posted on the district’s website at www.msd25.org, and on Facebook and Twitter. Local radio and television stations also announce school closure and late start information. Because safety is the determining factor, buses may run behind schedule when fog, ice or snow conditions exist. Parents are urged to make sure their children are adequately clothed so waiting in cold weather is not uncomfortable.
Under state law (RCW 28A.225), students are required to attend school full-time, without unexcused absences, skips or tardiness. When a student accumulates seven (7) days of unexcused absences in any month (one day consists of more than half a school day) or ten (10) days of unexcused absences in a school year, they may be referred to a Community Truancy Board, possiblly resulting in a Becca Petition being filed with juvenile court where sanctions can be imposed. These sanctions may include essays, study club, community service, detention and detention alternatives. Parent fines may also be imposed of up to $25 for each day of unexcused absences from school.
Important: If school has been closed for the day, no after-school meetings or practices will be held. All evening meetings/functions scheduled to take place in district facilities will be cancelled as well. Please make certain that your child’s school has your most up-todate emergency phone numbers and emails. Late Start In the event of a late start, all schools will start two hours later and dismiss at their regular times unless otherwise announced. Additional changes during late start include: • No morning or afternoon preschool, extended day, or ECEAP • No out-of-district transportation • No morning high school skills centers • No secondary zero-hour class Limited Transportation When weather conditions dictate that certain roads are not safely passable, the district will announce that it is providing limited transportation. The District Transportation Director will create a list of which roads will be impacted on their route. This list will be posted on the website and can be found at http://bit.ly/MSDInclementWeather. Once limited transportation has been announced for the day, it will remain in effect for both the morning and afternoon route, even if roads have cleared during the day. 29
If a student misses twenty (20) consecutive days of school, they will be withdrawn from their school of attendance. The Becca Bill The “Becca Bill” is our state’s truancy law. It is intended to stop truancy before it becomes a problem. Schools and families should work together as a team to ensure school attendance and student safety. However, if a student has unexcused absences, this law requires that schools and school districts take the following actions: 1. O ne (1) unexcused absence. The school must inform the parent when there is one unexcused absence. This is done by a phone call. 2. Two (2) unexcused absences. After the second unexcused absence, the school is required to schedule a meeting with the parent or legal guardian and student to discuss the causes of the unexcused absences and find solutions to prevent further absences. This is a team effort. 3. F ive (5) unexcused absences. The school must enter into a written truancy agreement with the family, where the parent, student and school agree on the necessary steps to resolve the student’s attendance problem. 4. S even (7) unexcused absences during a month or ten (10) unexcused absences within a school year. The student may be referred to a Community Truancy Board which is a group of citizens who help resolve truancy cases away from the court. The
school district may also file a petition in juvenile court to order the student to attend school. If this court order is violated, the court will call for a Contempt Hearing and the student will receive a court order, which can include essays, study club, community service and detention. Parent fines may also be imposed of up to $25 for each day of unexcused absence from school. Preventing Truancy Student safety and academic progress are important to both parents and educators. If you are concerned about your child’s attitude toward school and about their attendance record, contact your child’s teacher, counselor or school principal. With the combined insights into your child’s needs and interests, we can work together to design an individualized plan to help your child stay in school. New Military Affiliation Data and Truancy Requirements The Washington State legislature passed a law requiring Washington State public schools to collect information on family military affiliation. The legislature also passed a law requiring annual notice to parents for review of the Becca Attendance Requirements. This required information will be collected annually. Please provide both the Military and Becca information by September 30. The information will be required for each child on an annual basis. Each year you will be given the option to: • Return the completed Military and Becca forms to your child’s school. Forms can be found at http://bit.ly/MilitaryAffiliationForm • Complete the required Military and Becca information in the Family Access system for each child. For Family Access information, please refer to the Family Access section on page 28. If you have questions regarding Family Access, the Military or Becca forms, please contact your school office. If you have questions regarding the new military law, please visit: http:// app.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=5163&year=2015.
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ASSESSMENT CALENDAR Please check our district’s website for updated information throughout the year and utilize OSPI’s testing timeline at http://www.k12.wa.us/assessment/StateTesting/timelines-calendars.aspx#SBA
ANNUAL DISTRICT REPORT CARDS The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) provides school and district reports that include: • Assessment / Test Scores • Demographic Information Information on individual schools or the school district is available at www.k12.wa.us. Click on Data and Reports.
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM The Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) is a free preschool program funded by Washington state for children ages 3 and 4 years of age whose parents meet family income guidelines. The program’s purpose is to give all children a solid foundation that will provide them with success in school and life. The program’s focus goes beyond the classroom experience as the district also provides family support services, opportunities for parent involvement, child health coordination and nutrition services. For program information or to register, call (360) 965-0225 or visit http://bit.ly/MSDECEAP.
INDIAN EDUCATION The Marysville School District serves more than 1,100 Native students; represented by 79 different tribes. Our Indian Education Program is designed to help Indian students in Kindergarten through 12th grade to improve their attendance, academic skills, and increase their knowledge and awareness of their cultural values and traditions. We also focus on building and sustaining strong partnerships with The Tulalip Tribes. Learn more at http://bit.ly/MSDIndianEd.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING – ESPAÑOL/ РУССКИЙ If you need assistance with obtaining information in languages other than English, please contact our department at (360) 9650052, Español: (360) 965-0054, РУССКИЙ (360) 965-0055.
ATHLETICS Annually, students must submit a completed online athletic registration in order to be eligible to participate. The completed registration and the following is required: • Online registration will replace our paper copies. In order to complete the registration process the parent must use their Family Access “Parent Login ID” to access the registration form. Athletes will still be required to submit a hard copy of their physical to their athletic office or the middle school athletic coordinator. • Students must have a current physical and health insurance to 31
participate. Physicals are good for 24 months (two years). The district issued physical form or United States Military forms must be used for physicals. A note with a doctor’s signature will not be accepted. •M arysville School District does not have athletic participation fees. We do require athletes to purchase an A.S.B. card. This purchase is necessary as A.S.B. dollars support the sports programs (uniforms and equipment) at your school. • S tudents must meet residence and academic requirements for eligibility. For more information contact the Athletics Office at (360) 965-0111 or visit the WIAA website at www.wiaa.com
TITLE I/LEARNING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Schools that have a free/reduced lunch percentage at or above the district average qualify for additional funding through a Title I federal grant. Funds are used to support qualified students struggling in reading or math. In Marysville School District, three of our eleven elementary schools qualify for Title I federal funding: Cascade, Liberty, and Quil Ceda Tulalip. Heritage High School also qualifies for Title 1 funding. If your child attends one of these schools, Title I information is available from the school office or you can request information from the Categorical Programs Office at (360) 965-0049.
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• S hare housing with others due to loss of housing, economic hardship, or similar reason; • L ive in a motel, hotel, trailer park or camping grounds due to lack of adequate living accommodations; •H ave a child or youth living in an emergency or transitional shelter, abandoned at a hospital, living in vehicle or substandard housing; •H ave a migrant child or youth living in any of the above situations. Each school in the Marysville School District has a homeless liaison (school counselor). Please contact the liaison at your child’s school if you think your child may qualify as homeless. You may also contact the District Liaison at (360) 965-0049.
SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) Career and Technical Education offers students in seventh through 12th grade an opportunity to explore career options, while further supporting basic academic, employment and leadership skills. CTE courses enable the achievement of and options for high demand, high wage and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) focused employment and advance continuing education preparation. CTE courses are required for graduation, and high school students who participate in CTE courses that have credit equivalencies may be able to satisfy two graduation requirements by taking one course. In addition, CTE courses may offer students college credit while in high school. See your school counselor for details on equivalency and college credit options.
EDUCATION RIGHTS OF HOMELESS AND TRANSITIONAL CHILDREN (MCKINNEY-VENTO HOMELESS ASSISTANCE ACT) The purpose of the McKinney-Vento Act is to provide educational services to homeless students which are equal to all other enrolled students, and ensure that homeless children and youth have equal opportunities to enroll, attend, and be successful in school. Your child may qualify as homeless if you:
The Marysville School District provides special education support for students with disabilities from birth through age 21. Specialists including school psychologists, speech/language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, nurses, and teachers are available to evaluate students and provide services for those who qualify. Students with disabilities have a range of services available depending on need. Commonly identified areas include delayed development in speech, language or communication, motor development, self-help skills, behavior or social-emotional needs, or learning delays that are affecting the child’s ability to understand and use new information. Every student who receives special education services must have a current evaluation and a current signed Individualized Education Plan (IEP) that has been developed jointly by teachers, parents and other professionals. Please call the Special Education Services Department at (360) 965-0170 or contact the school psychologist assigned to your neighborhood school to refer a student for an evaluation or for more information. The District will consult with parents and representatives of private school students to ensure its Child Find activities are comparable in approved, nonprofit private schools located within District boundaries. These consultations will occur annually. Please note that all IDEA Part B services, including appropriate referrals for evaluation, are provided free of charge to the parent or guardian.
CHILD FIND NOTICE Marysville School District is committed to early identification of children with disabilities. The Marysville School District’s Child Find Program is designed to locate, evaluate, and identify children with suspected disabilities who may be in need of Special Education Services, including those who are not currently receiving services. Eligible students between three through 21 years of age who reside within the Marysville School District may receive special education and related services. Children birth through two years old are referred to their physicians and community agencies. We seek to reach: • Children residing in school district boundaries, including preschoolaged children; • Children attending approved, nonprofit private elementary and secondary schools located within the district boundaries; • Highly mobile children (such as homeless, foster care and migrant children); • Children who have a disability and may need special education services, even though they are advancing from grade to grade; and • Children at home or home schooled. Any person who observes a child they suspect may have a disability may refer the child to the district for screening and possible assessment to determine eligibility. Upon completion of the screening, a member of the evaluation team will explain the results to the child’s parents or guardian. If the screening results indicate the child is having difficulty in one or more areas, a referral is made for a comprehensive special education evaluation. Eligible preschool students are entitled to individualized, quality early intervention special education services in accordance with the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B. If you have concerns about your child’s development in the areas of language, hearing, vision, social-emotional, cognitive, gross motor, fine motor and self-help skills, you are encouraged to contact: MARYSVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT #25 Special Education Services 4220 80th Street NE Marysville, WA 98270 (360) 965-0170
For an overview on child development and guidance in determining whether to seek help and support, visit http://bit.ly/childdevelopmentInfo
HIGHLY CAPABLE / HONORS APPLICATION Is your student a highly capable learner? Once a student is identified with the unique learning skillsets, the Marysville School District matches them up with district services to meet their needs. This may include additional support at their neighborhood elementary school, or services housed in our program at Pinewood Elementary. Watch for information about elementary highly capable and middle school honors application packet availability. Timeline and applications are available online and at your child’s school . High school advanced placement (AP) exams are given during May. Please contact your students high school for specific subjects.
STUDENT LEARNING ALTERNATIVES Alternative Learning Experience (ALE) is primarily distinguished by off-campus instruction. The intent of this type of program is to give schools flexibility to serve a diverse student population. The specific requirements and expectations of these away-from-school learning activities are detailed in a written student learning plan (WSLP) developed and supervised by a public school teacher. The Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) provides general support, consultation and technical assistance to educators and schools regarding alternative education, with a primary focus on implementing ALE under WAC 392-121-182.
SCHOOL-HOME PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM (SHoPP) The School-Home Partnership Program (SHoPP) is an alternative learning experience program for K-8 students and their families. Families work with a certificated teacher to develop a learning plan for the school year, and students complete the majority of their learning activities at home through instruction by their parents or guardians. The teacher monitors student progress and guides parents in carrying out the learning plan. This year SHoPP will provide weekly classes for students in grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8 for enrichment in math, ELA, science and art. Contact SHoPP at (360) 965-3035 for more information or visit http://bit.ly/MSDShoPP.
HARASSMENT, INTIMIDATION AND BULLYING
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The Marysville School District uses a reporting system for harassment, intimidation and bullying (HIB) through SafeSchools. Students, parents and community members can report HIB and other unsafe behaviors anonymously through phone, text, email or web. We strongly encourage students, parents and community members to utilize SafeSchools as it creates a record and each incident must be investigated.
Annually The superintendent or designee will ensure that a statement summarizing the policy and procedure is provided in student, staff, volunteer and parent handbooks. It is also available in school and district offices or hallways, and is posted on the District’s website. Students will receive age-appropriate information on the recognition and prevention of harassment, intimidation or bullying at student orientation sessions and on other appropriate occasions. Staff will receive training on the District’s policy and procedures. The District will implement a range of prevention strategies including individual, classroom, school, and district-level approaches and evidence based prevention programs. Compliance Officer The District Compliance Officer Gregg Kuehn, Risk Management Supervisor, is the District’s primary contact for harassment, intimidation and bullying, and can be reached at the District Service Center, 4220 80th St. NE, Marysville, WA 98270 or (360) 965-0190. Staff Intervention All staff members must intervene when witnessing or receiving reports of harassment, intimidation or bullying. Filing an Incident Report Any student who believes they have been the target of unresolved, severe or persistent harassment, intimidation or bullying may report incidents verbally or in writing to any staff member. The form may be filled anonymously, confidentially, or the student may choose to disclose his or her identity (Non-confidential). We strongly encourage the use of the SafeSchools Alert system for reporting as there will be an ongoing record of incidents.
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Receiving an Incident Reporting Form All staff members are responsible for receiving oral and written reports and must take appropriate action. Investigations of Unresolved, Severe, or Persistent Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying All reports of unresolved, severe or persistent harassment, intimidation or bullying will be investigated with reasonable promptness. Any student may have a trusted adult with them throughout the report and investigation process. The investigation will be completed as soon as practical but generally no later than five (5) school days from the initial complaint or report. If more time is needed to complete an investigation, the District will provide the parent or guardian and the student with weekly updates. No later than two (2) school days after the investigation has been completed and submitted to the compliance officer, the principal or designee will respond in writing or in person to the parent or guardian of the complainant and the alleged aggressor. If the incident cannot be resolved at the school level, the principal or designee will request assistance from the District. Corrective Measures for the Aggressor After completion of the investigation, the school or District designee will institute any corrective measures necessary. Corrective measures will be instituted as quickly as possible, but in no event more than five (5) school days after contact has been made to the families or guardians regarding the outcome of the investigation. If during an investigation a principal or principal’s designee found that a student knowingly made a false allegation of harassment, intimidation or bullying, that student may be subject to corrective measures, including discipline. Targeted Student’s Right to Appeal If the targeted student remains dissatisfied after the initial appeal to the superintendent, the student may appeal to
the school board by filing a written notice or appeal with the secretary of the school board on or before the fifth (5th) school day following the date upon which the complainant received the superintendent’s written response. An appeal before the school board or disciplinary appeal council must be heard on or before the tenth (10th) school day following the filing of the written notice of appeal to the school board. The school board or disciplinary appeal council will review the decision and render a written decision on the merits of the appeal on or before the fifth (5th) school day following the termination of the hearing and shall provide a copy to all parties involved. The board or the council’s decision will be the final District decision. Discipline and Corrective Action The District will take prompt and equitable corrective measures within its authority on findings of harassment, intimidation or bullying. Depending on the severity of the conduct, corrective measures may include counseling, education, discipline or referral to law enforcement. Support for the Targeted Student Persons found to have been subjected to harassment, intimidation or bullying will have appropriate District support services made available to them, and the adverse impact of the harassment of the student will be addressed and remedied as appropriate. Retaliation is prohibited and will result in appropriate discipline.
SAFESCHOOLS ALERT Safety is our top priority. That is why we use the SafeSchools Alert, a tip reporting system that allows students, staff and parents to submit safety concerns to our administration four different ways: 1. Phone: (360) 799-5414 2. Text: (360) 799-5414 3. Email: 1248@alert1.us 4. Web: http://1248.alert1.us
Easily report tips on bullying, harassment, drugs, vandalism or any safety issue you are concerned about. You can submit a tip anonymously online or by telephone. More information, including the SafeSchools Alert Terms of Use and Privacy Policy is available online at http://1248.alert1.us.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT Students and staff are protected against sexual harassment by anyone in any school program or activity, including on the school campus, on the school bus, or off-campus during a school sponsored activity. Sexual Harassment is any unwelcome behavior or communication that is sexual in nature when: • A student or employee is led to believe that they must submit to unwelcome sexual conduct or communications in order to gain something in return, such as a grade, a promotion, a place on a sports team, or any educational or employment decision, or • The conduct substantially interferes with a student’s educational performance, or creates an intimidating or hostile educational or employment environment. Examples of Sexual Harassment: • Pressuring a person for sexual favors • Unwelcome touching of a sexual nature • Writing graffiti of a sexual nature • Distributing sexually explicit texts, emails or pictures • Making sexual jokes, rumors or suggestive remarks • Physical violence, including rape and sexual assault You can report sexual harassment to any school staff member or to the District’s Title IX Officer. You also have the right to file a complaint. A copy of Policy and Procedure 3205 - “Sexual Harassment of Students Prohibited” and 5011 - “Sexual Harassment of District Staff Prohibited” are available online at www.msd25.org, at your school, or at the District Office, 4220 80th St. NE, Marysville, WA or (360) 965-0000.
Complaint Options: Discrimination and Sexual Harassment If you believe you or your child experienced unlawful discrimination, discriminatory harassment, or sexual harassment at school, you have the right to file a complaint. Before filing a complaint, you can discuss your concerns with your child’s principal or with the school district’s Section 504 Coordinator, Title IX Officer, or Civil Rights Coordinator. This is often the fastest way to resolve your concerns. File a Complaint Step 1. Write Out Your Complaint In most cases, complaints must be filed within one year from the date of the incident or conduct that is the subject of the complaint. A complaint must be in writing. Be sure to describe the conduct or incident, explain why you believe discrimination, discriminatory harassment, or sexual harassment has taken place, and describe what actions you believe the district should take to resolve the problem. Send your written complaint by mail, fax, email or hand delivery to the district superintendent or civil rights compliance coordinator. Step 2: School District Investigates Your Complaint Once the district receives your written complaint, the coordinator will give you a copy of the complaint procedure and make sure a prompt and thorough investigation takes place. The superintendent or designee will respond to you in writing within 30 calendar days, unless you agree on a different time period. If your complaint involves exceptional circumstances that demand a lengthier investigation, the district will notify you in writing to explain why staff need a time extension and the new date for their written response. Step 3: School District Responds to Your Complaint In its written response, the district will include a summary of the results of the investigation, a determination of whether 35
or not the district failed to comply with civil rights laws, notification that you can appeal this determination, and any measures necessary to bring the district into compliance with civil rights laws. Corrective measures will be put into effect within 30 calendar days after this written response, unless you agree to a different time period. Appeal Process If you disagree with the school district’s decision, you may appeal to the school district’s board of directors. You must file a notice of appeal in writing to the secretary of the school board within 10 calendar days after you received the school district’s response to your complaint. The school board will schedule a hearing within 20 calendar days after they received your appeal, unless you agree on a different timeline. The school board will send you a written decision within 30 calendar days after the district received your notice of appeal. The school board’s decision will include information about how to file a complaint with the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI).
FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT NOTIFICATION (FERPA) The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99) is a Federal law that protects
the privacy of student education records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education. FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to their children’s education records. These rights transfer to the student when they reach the age of 18 or attend a school beyond the high school level. Students to whom the rights have transferred are considered eligible students. Parents or eligible students have the right to inspect and review the student’s education records maintained by the school. Schools are not required to provide copies of records unless, for reasons such as great distance, it is impossible for parents or eligible students to review the records. Schools may charge a fee for copies. Parents or eligible students have the right to request that a school correct records which they believe to be inaccurate or misleading. If the school decides not to amend the record, the parent or eligible student then has the right to a formal hearing. After the hearing, if the school still decides not to amend the record, the parent or eligible student has the right to place a statement with the record setting forth their view about the contested information. Generally, schools must have written permission from the parent or eligible student in order to release any information from a student’s education record. However, FERPA allows schools to disclose those records, without consent, to the following parties or under the following conditions (34 CFR § 99.31): • School officials with legitimate educational interest; • Other schools to which a student is transferring; • Specified officials for audit or evaluation purposes; • Appropriate parties in connection with financial aid to a student; • Organizations conducting certain studies for or on behalf of the school; • Accrediting organizations;
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• To comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued subpoena; •A ppropriate officials in cases of health and safety emergencies; and • S tate and local authorities, within a juvenile justice system, pursuant to specific State law. Schools may disclose, without consent,“directory” information such as a student’s name, address, telephone number, date and place of birth, honors and awards, and dates of attendance. However, schools must tell parents and eligible students about directory information and allow parents and eligible students a reasonable amount of time to request that the school not disclose directory information about them. Schools must notify parents and eligible students annually of their rights under FERPA. The actual means of notification (special letter, inclusion in a PTA bulletin, student handbook or newspaper article) is left to the discretion of each school. For additional information, you may call 1-800-USALEARN (1-800-872-5327) (voice). Individuals who use TDD may use the Federal Relay Service. Or you may contact us at the following address: Family Policy Compliance Office U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20202-8520
PHOTOGRAPHS Occasionally we take photographs of students for use in District or school-produced publications, or for use in the
news media. If you do not wish to grant permission, please check the appropriate box on the enrollment form, update form or student emergency card that your student brings home from school. Let the school office staff know in writing prior to October 1 of each new school year.
POST SECONDARY (COLLEGE AND MILITARY) RECRUITERS If you do not want the District to release directory information to military or college recruiters, send a written request to the building principal prior to October 1. The recruitment opt out form is available on the district website under Documents – Parents – Opt Out Forms.
PROTECTION OF PUPIL RIGHTS AMENDMENT (PPRA) The Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232h) requires the District to notify guardians and obtain consent or allow you to opt your child out of participating in certain school activities. These activities include a student survey, analysis, or evaluation that concerns one or more of the following areas (“protected information surveys”): 1. P olitical affiliations or beliefs of the student or student’s parent; 2. M ental or psychological problems of the student or student’s family; 3. Sex behavior or attitudes; 4. Illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating, or demeaning behavior; 5. C ritical appraisals of others with whom respondents have close family relationships; 6. L egally recognized privileged relationships, such as with lawyers, doctors or ministers; 7. R eligious practices, affiliations or beliefs of the student or parents; or 8. I ncome, other than as required by law to determine program eligibility. This requirement also applies to the collection, disclosure or use of student information for marketing purposes (“marketing surveys”), and certain physical exams and screenings.
The District will provide parents, within a reasonable period of time prior to the administration of the surveys and activities, notification of the surveys and activities, and be provided an opportunity to opt their child out, as well as an opportunity to review the surveys. Please note that this notice and consent/ opt-out will transfer from the parents to any student 18 years or older, or an emancipated minor under State law.
STUDENT CONDUCT The Marysville School District acknowledges that conduct and behavior is closely associated to learning. An effective instructional program requires a wholesome and orderly school environment. The district requires that each student adhere to the rules of conduct and submit to corrective action taken as a result of conduct violations. The rules of conduct are applicable during the school day as well as during any school activity conducted on or off campus. Special rules are also applicable while riding on a school bus. A copy of Policy 3240 “Student Conduct Expectations and Reasonable Sanctions” is available online at www.msd25.org or at the District Service Center, 4220 80th St. NE, Marysville, WA, (360) 965-0000.
STUDENT RECORDS AND THE LAW Most information about our students is confidential and cannot be made public without consent of parents or guardians. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) prohibits schools from releasing information without permission, except for what is termed “Directory Information”. Directory information about students may be released by the District without parental consent. The Marysville School District has designated in Policy 4080, Section 8, and the following items as “Directory Information”. This means the District may release, without written consent, the students and parent or guardian’s names, addresses and telephone numbers; date and place of birth; major field of study; participation in officially recognized activities and sports; weight and height of members of athletic teams; dates of
attendance; degrees and awards received; the most recent educational agency or institution attended by the student; and photographs of students for public information purposes.
home at the beginning of the school year and is also available in your school’s main office. You may also contact the Risk Management Office at (360) 965-0109 if you have questions regarding insurance coverage.
This does not mean that this information is freely available to anyone, but rather only for authorized, school-related purposes. A student’s name will be excluded from any such list of students on written request by a parent or guardian received by October 1. Furthermore, a parent or guardian may request that any or all of these categories of information not be released under any circumstances without their consent. Such requests should be addressed in writing to the building principal and need to be updated annually. The school district will not release directory information for commercial purposes.
OBTAINING STUDENT RECORDS Parents and students over 18 years of age have the right to: • Inspect and review the student’s education records. • Request the amendment of the student’s education records that the parent or eligible student believes are inaccurate or misleading. • Consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student’s education records, except to the extent the FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. • File a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the District to comply with the requirements of FERPA.
STUDENT SAFETY The Marysville School District has a very active safety program that is committed to the safety of our students; however, the District is not responsible for student accidents on District property unless the District is found to be negligent. For those families who may not already have accident insurance for their students, the Marysville School District makes available student accident insurance administrated by Myers-Stevens, Toohey & Co., Inc. Information regarding this insurance coverage is sent 37
STUDENTS’ RESPONSIBILITIES AND RIGHTS The Marysville School District is dedicated to achieving academic excellence while developing self-directed, lifelong learners, respecting individual differences, and preparing responsible citizens. To provide information to parents regarding the policies and regulations for students, we have developed a Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook in accordance with Policy 3200 - Students Responsibilities and Rights, which describes: • The responsibilities of students to maintain a school attitude and behavior which is safe, orderly and promotes a positive learning climate; • The rights of students to humane, professional and legal treatment in school; • Additional policies and regulations that affect students. A copy of Policy 3200 – Student Rights and Responsibilities is available online at www.msd25.org or at the District Office, 4220 80th St. NE, Marysville, WA, (360) 965-0000.
GUIDELINES FOR RESOLVING CITIZEN CONCERNS The Marysville School District expects the educational and support staff to act in a professional manner and according to accepted educational practice, and furthermore presumes that citizens and employees are committed to act in the best interest of students. However, we recognize the rights of individuals to present complaints or concerns directly to practices occurring in the schools. The purpose of this section is to assist in handling such complaints in the most timely and effective manner. The Board of Directors relies on its teachers, staff, and administrators to resolve concerns of citizens. It is the policy of the Board to provide for such resolutions first at the level most directly involved and in an informal manner, if possible. If such resolution cannot be accomplished, however, procedures are available for review at the highest administrative level with an opportunity for appeal to the School Board. Levels of Review Consistent with the policy of resolution at the level most directly involved and providing opportunities to appeal such decision to higher administrative levels, complaints shall proceed through the following steps of review: Step 1: Teacher or Other Staff Person If a citizen has a concern about any aspect of the operation of the schools, they should initiate the question or objection with the district employee most directly involved with the specific situation. Many complaints are due to lack of complete information or miscommunication. Going straight to the source of concern is the best way to get complete information. You may discuss your concern over the phone or arrange an in-person conference. The more you can increase the communication at this point of service, the greater are chances of resolving your concern. Step 2: Building Principal or Immediate Supervisor If you cannot resolve your concern through discussion with the employee involved, you should request a conference
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with the employee and their building principal or other immediate supervisor. This administrator is closest to the situation or problem and will often be able to assist or mediate a resolution to the problem. In order to facilitate the greatest level of communication, the district employee involved should usually be present at the conference. Please note that a complaint specifically about the use of district adopted curriculum and instructional materials will be handled according to Policy 2020, which is available from your building principal. Within ten (10) working days, the supervisor will contact the grievant and arrange a mutually agreed upon date and time to hear the grievant concerns. Step 3: Executive Director or Assistant Superintendent If you are still dissatisfied with the results of the above conferences you should request a meeting with a District office administrator who is most logically involved with the program in question. One of their first questions will be about your attempts at Step 1 and Step 2 resolutions. Within ten (10) working days, the administrator will contact the grievant and arrange a mutually agreed upon date and time to hear the grievant concerns. Step 4: Superintendent of Schools or Designee If either party (citizen or district employee) is dissatisfied with the decision or response of the District office administrator, they may appeal to the Superintendent. Within ten (10) working days, the superintendent or designee, will contact the grievant and arrange a mutually agreed upon date and time to hear the grievant concerns. Such appeal shall be in writing and shall include at least all prior decisions and a statement of the complaint and reasons for the appeal to Step 4 resolution. The Superintendent or designee will review the decision and will submit an administrative decision to the Board of Directors. The Superintendent will also inform the complainant and the staff members involved of that decision. Step 5: Board of Directors If either party (citizen or district employee) is dissatisfied with the decision of the Superintendent, they may appeal
to the Board of Directors. Such appeal shall be in writing and directed to the Superintendent (who serves as the Secretary for the Board) and shall include at least all prior decisions and a statement of the complaint and reasons for the appeal. The Board shall have the discretion to accept or reject the matter for review. If it rejects the matter, the Superintendent’s decision shall be final. If it accepts the matter, the Board will consider the appeal at the next scheduled Board meeting. This meeting is closed unless the complainant requests an open meeting. At such meeting, the Board may hear arguments from the parties, review the prior decisions and evidence, and make such inquiry, as it deems necessary, within ten (10) working days after this meeting unless additional time is needed. The Board’s decision will be final.
STUDENT INSURANCE Despite our best efforts to protect them, children get hurt, sometimes seriously. Obtaining the care they need may be expensive. The Marysville School District has arranged for these valuable plans to assist you with the expense of unexpected emergencies. Even if your child has other coverage, our plans can help cover the large deductibles, co-pays and other uncovered expenses so common to many other plans today. Learn more about plans and sign up at http://bit.ly/StudentInjury.
HEALTH SERVICES Marysville School District’s Health Services function as an integral part of the academic environment. The District’s Health Service team includes registered nurses and health room assistants. The nurses provide expertise to identify, assess, plan, implement and evaluate the health needs of the student and community. Their role is to provide a quality program of safe, effective delivery of care and establish a balance promoting optimum health and wellness for educational success. Learn more at www.bit.ly/MSDHealthServices.
LIFE-THREATENING HEALTH CONDITIONS
PARENT ADVISORY COUNCIL The Marysville School District recognizes that family and community engagement in education has a positive effect on student achievement and is an important strategy to close achievement gaps. In creating the Parent Advisory Council, the District wishes to promote respectful partnerships between educators, administrators and families in order to support student learning and positive child and youth development at home, in school, and in the community. For more details or an application, visit http://bit.ly/MSD25PAC.
State law requires that when there is a student with a known life-threatening condition, schools must be prepared for a lifethreatening event on the day the student starts school. If your student has severe allergies/anaphylaxis, diabetes or asthma, they may be affected by a state law that requires a health care plan to be implemented before they attend the first day of school. If your child has been prescribed an Epi-pen or other medication for allergies, requires blood sugar testing or insulin, or requires medication for asthma, please contact the building nurse to write your student’s health care plan. Not all elementary schools have a full-time nurse. Elementary students requiring nursing supervision may be asked to attend an elementary school staffed with a full-time nurse.
When your child needs to take medication during school hours, the medications must be brought to the school in the original pharmacy container. The label should state the child’s name, date of prescription, name of physician, name of drug, route of administration, and when to take it. The District must have a written, unexpired request from the parent or legal guardian along with a written, unexpired prescription from a licensed professional to administer the medication; these must be accompanied with instructions. The medications and necessary paperwork should be reviewed by the school nurse.“Medication” means all drugs, whether prescription or over the counter. Medication forms must also be completed for all medication students will have in their possession. This includes medications needed for field trips and all after-school activities, including athletic and non-athletic extra curricular activities. Medication forms are available at your school or you can download them at http://bit.ly/HealthServiceForms.
IMMUNIZATIONS
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STUDENT EMERGENCIES
MEDICATIONS AT SCHOOL
In case of a serious injury or illness at school, we will call the phone number listed as primary first. If we cannot reach a parent at that number, we will call the next person listed on the student’s emergency information. If there is no response at this number, the child will be taken to the hospital. Please fill out the emergency enrollment form completely and accurately. If there is a change of address or phone number at any time during the school year, please inform the school promptly.
Washington state law allows school employees to administer oral medication and to administer epinephrine by injection for a life-threatening condition when certain requirements have been met. Please note that non-medically trained personnel may administer medication to your child. If your child requires eye, ear, nose drops or topical medication, please check with the registered nurse at the school to see if that can be accomplished.
The School Immunization Law requires that a completed Certificate of Immunization form be present at school on or before your child’s first day of attendance. The Certificate of Immunization (CIS) form must show proof of full immunization or initiate a schedule of immunizations. Parents electing to exempt their child from immunizations must complete a Certificate of Exemption (COE). Effective July 22, 2011, the COE must include the signature of a licensed health care provider. If a parent completes the COE and an outbreak of a vaccine preventable disease for which the child is exempt occurs, the child may be excluded from school for the duration of the outbreak by order of the Public Health Officer. You can download the CIS and COE forms on the district website, or get a copy from your health care provider.
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MyIR©
HEALTHY YOUTH SURVEY
MyIR allows you to manage your family’s immunization records securely online. Once registered, you can access the records any time you need them. You can also print your child’s Certificate of Immunization Status (PDF) for school and child care entry. You can do all of this without an extra trip to your health care provider or school.
Every two years the Marysville School District conducts the Healthy Youth Survey. It is given to students in sixth, eighth, 10th and 12th grade. Students may opt out of the survey with parent notification. The survey will be conducted early in the fall of each school year.
Step 1: Go to http://wa/myir.net/register to begin the signup process. If you choose the Auto Match option and the system finds an exact match, MyIR will send you a verification code by either text or phone call. If an exact match is not found, MyIR will direct you to Step 2.
REQUIRED VACCINES FOR CHILDREN ENTERING SCHOOL The following are the minimum vaccines required for attendance in the 2017-18 school year according to the State of Washington (WAC 246-100-166): • Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (DTaP/DT/Td/Tdap): Five (5) doses of Pertussis containing vaccine are required for school attendance. Four (4) doses of DTaP are required for entry intro kindergarten provided the last dose is given on or after the 4th birthday. An additional booster of one (1) dose Tdap is required for entry of 6th – 12th grade or when student is 10 years old. • Polio: Four (4) doses. Three (3) doses if the last dose is given on or after the 4th birthday. • Measles, Mumps, Rubella*(MMR): Two (2) doses. • Hepatitis B: At least three (3) doses completed prior to the first day of school. • Varicella*(Chicken Pox): Two (2) doses required for entry of kindergarten – 12th grade or health care provider verifies child has had the disease. *MMRV (MMR and Varicella) may be used instead of separate MMR and Varicella vaccines. Note: Month, day and year are required documentation of all vaccines. For more information, please visit www.doh.wa.gov/communityandenvironemtn/ schools/immunizationsvaccinerequirements.
Step 2: Fill out an Authorization to Release Immunization Records (PDF) or an Autorización para entregar documentos de vacunaciones (PDF) and check the box indicating you want to access your records online via MyIR. Mail, fax, or e-mail the form to: Washington State Immunization Information System PO Box 47843 Olympia, WA 98504-7843 Fax: 360-236-3590 E-mail: WAIISRecords@doh.wa.gov Once the Department of Health receives your signed form, they will register you in MyIR and send you a temporary PIN and instructions on what to do next. When you are done, you will have immediate access to your family’s immunization records to view, download or print as often as you need. If you have any questions, please contact them at (360) 236-3595 or 1 (866) 397-0337 or by email at WAIISRecords@doh.wa.gov.
STUDENT APPOINTMENTS Parents and students are encouraged to make medical and dental appointments for non-school hours. When an early dismissal must be made, a note should be presented at the attendance office before school. All students must be signed out by an adult with a picture ID and must be on the school’s contact list.
BREAKFAST AND LUNCH PROGRAM Our district and our food service partner Sodexo work diligently to ensure our students and staff have great-tasting, nutritious meals. All district schools serve lunch and breakfast. If you have questions about the breakfast and lunch program, or would like to see menus or calorie counts, visit http://bit.ly/MSDFoodService. Breakfast
Lunch
Reduced Lunch
Elementary k-5
$2.00
$3.00
$.40 (K-3 Free)
Secondary 6-12
$2.25
$3.25
$.40
Reduced breakfast
Free
Milk
$0.50
Adult
$3
$4.50
Free and reduced meal prices are available to all students who qualify. All families are encouraged to complete a Free and Reduced Application. If you qualified for this program last year, a new application must be completed at the beginning of each new school year. A Free and Reduced Application will be mailed to each household in August. Applications are also available at each school and the District Service Center, 4220 80th St. NE, Marysville, WA 98270. Once your application has been received and processed you will be notified regarding your eligibility status as soon as possible. Students that qualified for this meal program last school year are automatically eligible for the first thirty (30) days of the new school year. Please note: siblings that were not on the previous year’s application do not qualify under the 30-day grace period.
Please complete a new application form before the first day of school to avoid any interruption of service or accrual of charges for children that were not on last year’s application. If you have any questions, please call our Food Service Department at (360) 965-0115 or visit http://bit.ly/MSDFoodService.
claims court or any other collection method permitted by law and consistent with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. Payment for student meals may be made online through eFunds. Please contact the District Finance and Operations office at (360) 965-0094 to learn more about this feature.
UNPAID MEAL CHARGES Students who qualify for free meals will not be denied a reimbursable meal, even if they have accrued a negative balance from previous purchases. Students with outstanding meal charge debt will be allowed to purchase a meal if the student pays for the meal when it is received. The District will provide courtesy meals meeting federal and state requirements to students who have charged the maximum amount allowed to their student account and cannot pay out of pocket for a meal. The maximum allowable charges for an elementary student will be $15 or five (5) meals. The maximum allowable charges for a secondary student will be $16.25 or five (5) meals. Once a student’s account exceeds this amount, they will be provided a courtesy meal. The District will make reasonable, discrete efforts to notify families when meal account balances are low through use of weekly emails and an automated calling system notifying parents or guardians of low balances and negative balances. Families will be notified of an outstanding negative balance once their student(s) account enters into the negative. Negative balances of more than $25 not paid prior to the end of a student’s enrollment within the District will be considered delinquent debt and will be turned over to the superintendent or designee for collection. The District will make reasonable, discrete efforts to collect delinquent (overdue), unpaid meal charges, which is an allowable use of National School Food Service Account (NSFSA) funds, and will coordinate communications with families to resolve the charges. Options may include collection agencies, small 41
maintain written management plans. Management plans are available for review at individual schools as well as at our Facilities Office, located at 4220 80th St. NE, Marysville, WA 98270. The 2001 Legislature passed House Bill 1451 which requires school districts to notify the public of pest control and herbicide use. An interested person can register with the Facilities Office to receive notification of pesticide application or obtain further information about the Integrated Pest Management Plan (IPMP). The IPMP plan is also available for review at the District Facilities Office. For more information about these notices, please contact the Facilities Office at (360) 965-0136.
MARYSVILLE COMMUNITY FOOD BANK The Marysville Community Food Bank serves anyone in need residing in the 98270, 98271, and 98259 zip codes. The organization began in the rectory of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in 1974 when a handful of volunteers got together to distribute food out the back door to the hungry and homeless. Over the years, the Food Bank operations have grown. In 1987, it was formally organized as a non-profit organization supported by 12 churches in the community, with oversight provided by a board of directors. Today, the food bank is a partnership supported by 18 community churches, service clubs, schools, businesses, volunteers and individuals. Each year the Marysville Community Food Bank teams up with the City of Marysville and others to organize the All City Food Drive, Christmas Toy Store and “Stuff the Bus” School Supplies Drive – all events designed to support those in our community who need a helping hand. Learn more and find hours at www. marysvillefoodbank.org or at (360) 658-1054.
FACILITIES NOTIFICATION The 1986 Asbestos Hazardous Emergency Response Act (AHERA) requires school districts to identify buildings that contain asbestos. The act also requires school facilities to
TITLE IX, NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT Marysville School District will provide equal educational opportunity and treatment for all students in all aspects of the academic and activities program without discrimination based on race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, the presence of any sensory, or mental or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability. The District will provide equal access to school facilities to the Boy Scouts of America and all other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society. District programs will be free from sexual harassment. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator - Gregg Kuehn, Risk Management Supervisor, gregg_kuehn@msd25.org, (360) 965-0110; Title IX Officer - Jason Thompson, Deputy Superintendent, jason_thompson@msd25.org, (360) 965-0004; Section 504 Coordinator, Nancy Smith, Director of Categorical Programs, nancy_smith@msd25.org, (360) 965-0049; ADA Coordinator - Ginger Merkel, Executive Director of Special Education, ginger_merkel@msd25.org, (360) 965-0170.
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RULES OF CONDUCT FOR STUDENTS RIDING BUSES
Address: 4220 80th St. NE, Marysville, WA 98270. Website: www.msd25.org. The Marysville School District is a drugand tobacco-free workplace. You can report discrimination and discriminatory harassment to any school staff member or to the district’s Civil Rights Coordinator, listed above. You also have the right to file a complaint. Policies that deal with this issue are Policy 3210–Non Discrimination and 5010 – Non Discrimination and Affirmative Action. Policies are available online at www.msd25.org ,at your school, or at the District Office, 4220 80th St. NE, Marysville, WA.
BUS ROUTES Bus route information has been sent via mail to Marysville School District families and can be found online at http://bit.ly/FindMySchoolRoute. Once at that web address, follow these steps: 1. Enter username: school1, school2, school3, school4, school5 or school6 2. Enter password: search 3. Click “Login” 4. Enter student grade level, and your home address 5. Click on “Find School/Transportation Info” Note: If the program gives you a bus stop or stops without pick up or drop off times, please call Transportation at (360) 965-0311. Please also note that as student registration numbers change, bus route information may also change. Be sure to confirm pick up and drop off information prior to heading out on the first day of class.
BUS SAFETY The policies or rules for students riding school buses shall include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following (WAC 392-145-016 Rules for Students Riding School Buses): 1. Identification of the individual who has authority over the passengers; 2. Student riding privileges; 3. Loading and unloading procedures, including that if students must cross the roadway, they shall only cross in front and never behind the school bus; 4. Seat assignment; 5. Student conduct, including acceptable practices with respect to talking, moving around the school bus, use of windows, behavior at highway rail grade crossings, and other behavior; 6. Unacceptable hazards that may cause injury to others, e.g., firearms, breakable containers, etc.; 7. School bus cleanliness; and 8. Emergency exit procedures.
a) Students shall obey the driver and any aide assigned to the bus by the district. The driver is in full charge of the bus and passengers and shall observe the rules. When transporting classes or teams, the teacher or coach shall be primarily responsible for the behavior of the students. Students shall obey both the driver and the teacher, coach or other staff member. b) Students shall ride only on their assigned bus unless written permission to do otherwise has been received by school officials. c) Students shall not be permitted to leave the bus except at their regular stop unless written permission to do otherwise is received by school officials. d) Students with an assigned seat shall use only that seat unless permission to change is authorized by the driver. e) Students shall observe rules of classroom conduct while riding on buses. Noise shall be kept down to avoid distracting the driver. Students shall refrain from the use of obscene language or gestures. f) Students shall not smoke or ignite lighters or matches on buses. g) Students shall not eat on buses except when specifically authorized and supervised by an accompanying teacher, coach or other staff member. Buses shall be kept clean. h) Students shall not open bus windows without the driver’s permission. i) Students shall not extend any part of their body out of bus windows at any time. j) Students shall not carry or have in their possession items that can cause injury to passengers on the bus. Such items include, but are not limited to, sticks, breakable containers, weapons or firearms, laser pens, straps or pins protruding from clothing, large, bulky items which cannot be held or placed between legs/feet, etc. Books and personal belongings shall be kept out of aisles. Skateboards, scooters, razor boards or similar devices are not allowed on the school bus.
k) Students shall not have animals on buses except to provide assistance to a disabled student. l) Students shall not sit in the driver’s seat or to the immediate right or left of the driver. m) Students shall refrain from talking to the driver unless necessary. n) Students shall go directly to a seat once inside the bus and remain seated at all times unless the driver instructs otherwise. o) Students shall get on/off the bus in an orderly manner and shall obey the instructions of the driver or staff member. There shall be no pushing and shoving when boarding or leaving the bus. Once off the bus, students shall adhere to rules for pedestrians. p) Students shall never cross the roadway behind a bus unless they use pedestrian crosswalks or traffic lights. q) Students shall stand away from the roadway curb when any bus is approaching or leaving a stop. r) Students going to and from their bus stops where there are no sidewalks shall walk on the left-hand side of the roadway facing oncoming traffic whenever possible. Students shall go directly to their home after leaving the bus. s) Students shall use seat belts on buses when available. t) Students shall follow emergency exit drill procedures as prescribed by the driver. u) Students shall not tamper with emergency doors or equipment. v) Parents of students identified as causing damage to buses shall be charged with the cost of the incurred damage. Students causing the damage may be suspended from transportation. w) Student misconduct shall constitute sufficient reason for suspending transportation privileges.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)
STUDENT SAFETY The Marysville School District is a weapon-free, drug-free, and tobacco-free environment. Firearms and other dangerous weapons (or facsimiles) are not allowed on school property. In accordance with State law, students found in possession of a firearm on Marysville School District property will be expelled from school for no less than one year. School officials will notify the student’s parent or guardian and the appropriate law enforcement agency. Also in compliance with state requirements, our properties are alcohol, drug and tobacco-free. This policy applies to students, staff and community members. You can find the standards and procedures set forth in Policy 4210 – Regulation of Dangerous Weapons on School Premises on the District’s website under board policies at www.msd25. org. The document describes the regulation for which corrective action or punishment (i.e., discipline, suspension, and expulsion) may be imposed. Paper copies may be requested in the office of your child’s school or at the District Office, 4220 80th St. NE. , Marysville, WA 98270. Please Note: Other policies that address this same issue are Policy 3200 - Student Responsibilities and Rights and 3240 - Student Conduct. These Policies are also available at www.msd25.org or at the District Office: 4220 80th St. NE, Marysville, WA 98270, (360) 965-0000.
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Marysville School District complies with all federal and Washington State rules and regulations and will provide equal employment opportunity and treatment for all applicants and staff in recruitment, hiring, retention, assignment, transfer, promotion and training. Such equal employment opportunity will be provided without discrimination with respect to race, creed, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The district will provide equal access to school facilities to the Boy Scouts of America and all other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator - Gregg Kuehn, Risk Management Supervisor, gregg_kuehn@msd25.org, (360) 965-0110; Title IX Officer - Jason Thompson, Deputy Superintendent, jason_thompson@msd25.org, (360) 965-0070; Section 504 Coordinator, Nancy Smith, Director of Categorical Programs, nancy_smith@msd25.org, (360) 965-0049; ADA Coordinator – Ginger Merkel, Executive Director of Special Education, ginger_merkel@msd25.org, (360) 965-0170. Address: 4220 80th St. NE, Marysville, WA 98270, www. msd25.org. Marysville School District is a drug- and tobaccofree workplace.
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THE MARYSVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT AQUATICS PROGRAM The Marysville School District Aquatics Program (pool) is located on the Marysville-Pilchuck High School campus. The pool is a school district and community pool that is open year-round. There are three separate sections of the pool: • 3’ deep preschool pool • 3’ - 5’ deep medium pool •5 ’ - 12’ deep large pool, which is 25 yards long with six lanes Children 6 years of age and younger must be accompanied by an adult in the water – NO EXCEPTIONS. Learn more at http://bit.ly/MSDAquatics Fees • Infant (0-2 years) | $2 • Youth (3-17 years) | $2.75 • Adult (18-54 years) | $3.25 • Senior (55+ years) | $2.75 • Family (w/adult)** | $8.50 **Family = immediate family members and must include at least one parent swimming. 10-Visit Entry Cards • Youth | $20 • Adult | $25 • Senior | $20 • Family | $70
POOL RENTALS Rent the Marysville-Pilchuck pool for an hour of swimming fun! The swim is followed by a half-hour on deck to have a snack and open gifts. Available Times Friday: *5:30 - 6:30 p.m. | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
SWIM LESSON REGISTRATION Open Registration Open registration begins at 3 p.m. on specific dates and continues until classes are full or begin. You may come to the pool to register in person or call the pool using a Visa/ MasterCard/American Express/Discover. Please view the current quarterly pool schedule for open registration dates.
Saturday: 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. | 4 - 5 p.m. | 5 - 6 p.m. Sunday: 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. | 4 - 5 p.m. *The medium pool or wading pool can be rented separately for $40 each on Friday nights. Ask the pool office for details. FEES 1-50 swimmers | $125/hr 51-100 swimmers | 150/hr 101-200 swimmers | $175/hr
Pre-Registration On the second to the last night of a lesson session you will receive a swim card for the current session. The card will contain information for placement of your child’s next swim lesson. You can go directly to the pool office to pre- register for the next session or if you elect to not register at this time please keep the card for future placement needs.
KEY 2017-18 DATES FOR SCHOOL CALENDARS 1-30 4 8 11 10 10-16 15 15 16 17 17-23 20-22 21 22 28 29-30
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September
Library Card Sign-Up Month Labor Day International Literacy Day Patriot Day Grandparents’ Day National Arts in Education Week Hispanic Heritage Month Begins Mexican Independence Days Mayflower Day Citizenship Day Constitution Week Rosh Hashanah* International Day of Peace First Day of Autumn National Good Neighbor Day Yom Kippur
October
1-31 Crime Prevention Month 1-31 Czech Heritage Month 1-31 Italian American Heritage and Culture Month 1-31 National Bullying Prevention Month 1-31 National Principals Month 1-31 Polish American Heritage Month 1-31 Trick or Treat for UNICEF Month 2 Child Health Day 4 International Walk to School Day 6 German American Day 8-14 National Metric Week 9 Columbus Day 9-13 National School Lunch Week 9-15 Fire Prevention Week 9-15 National Educational Office Professionals Week 10 Canadian Thanksgiving 15-21 National Character Counts Week 16 World Food Day 16-20 National School Bus Safety Week 23-31 Red Ribbon Week (Drug-Free America) 24 United Nations Day 28 Make a Difference Day 31 Halloween
1-30 5 7 11 13-17 15 16 17 19 19-25 23
November
Native American Heritage Month Standard Time Election Day Veterans Day American Education Week Education Support Professionals Day National Parental Involvement Day Substitute Educators Day Gettysburg Address Anniversary National Family Week Thanksgiving Day
December
1 World AIDS Day 7 Pearl Harbor Day 10 Human Rights Day 12-20 Hanukkah* 15 Bill of Rights Day 21 First Day of Winter 25 Christmas 26-Jan. 1 Kwanzaa
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KEY 2017-18 DATES FOR SCHOOL (CONT’D) 1 1 1-31 15 21
January
New Year’s Day Emancipation Proclamation Anniversary School Board Recognition Month Martin Luther King Jr. Day World Religion Day
April
1-30 National Poetry Month 1-30 National Autism Awareness Month 1 April Fools’ Day 1 Easter 2 International Children’s Book Day 6-7 Passover (Concluding Days) 7 World Health Day 8-14 National Library Week 11-12 Holocaust Remembrance Day* 15-21 National Coin Week 15-21 National Student Leadership Week 16 Patriot’s Day 17-21 Public School Volunteer Week 22 Earth Day 22-28 Administrative Professionals Week 23-27 National Volunteer Week 25 Administrative Professionals Day 26 Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day™ 27 National Arbor Day
1-28 1-28 1 2 5-9 12 13 14 14-March 31 14 16 17 17-24 19 22
1-31 1-31 1-31 1-31 1-31 1-7 1 3 4 5 4 6-12 7-11 6-13 8 8 9 9 13 16 20 20-26 21 28 31
February
African American History Month National Children’s Dental Health Month National Freedom Day Groundhog Day National School Counseling Week Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday Mardi Gras Ash Wednesday Lent Valentine’s Day Chinese New Year National PTA Founders Day National FFA Week Presidents’ Day George Washington’s Birthday
May
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Better Hearing and Speech Month National Physical Fitness and Sports Month Preservation Month Food Allergy Action Month National Physical Education and Sports Week Law Day World Press Freedom Day Horace Mann’s Birthday Cinco de Mayo School Lunch Hero Day Be Kind to Animals Week Teacher Appreciation Week National Music Week National Teacher Day World Red Cross Day National Bike to School Day National School Nurse Day Mother’s Day First Day of Ramadan Armed Forces Day National Educational Bosses’ Week Victoria Day (Canada) Memorial Day World No Tobacco Day
March
1-31 American Red Cross Month 1-31 Irish American Heritage Month 1-31 Music in Our Schools Month 1-31 National Middle Level Education Month 1-31 National Nutrition Month® 1-31 Social Work Month 1-31 Women’s History Month 1-31 Youth Art Month 2 NEA’s Read Across America (Dr. Seuss’s Birthday) 5-9 National School Breakfast Week 5-11 National Foreign Language Week 8 International Women’s Day 11 Johnny Appleseed Day 11 Daylight Saving Time 12-16 Classified School Employees Week *Dates differ in some states. Usually scheduled for first or second week in March 15 Absolutely Incredible Kid Day® 17 St. Patrick’s Day 18-24 National Poison Prevention Week 20 First Day of Spring 21 Bahá’í New Year’s Day 21 International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination 30 Good Friday 30-31 Passover* (First Days)
June
June – July Fireworks Safety Month 1-30 Caribbean-American Heritage Month 1-30 Great Outdoors Month 5 World Environment Day 10 Race Unity Day 10-14 National History Day Contest 14 Flag Day 16 International Day of the African Child 17 Father’s Day 9 Juneteenth 21 First Day of Summer *Begins at sunset on the preceding day Please note: Some groups/states celebrate appreciation days or weeks on different dates, particularly those for classified school employees and teachers.
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Grades K-5 360-965-1100 6505 60th Drive NE Marysville, WA 98270 Principal: Janelle McFalls
Grades K-5 360-965-1600 4407 116th Street NE Marysville, WA 98271 Principal: Kelly Sheward
CASCADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Grades K-5 360-965-1200 5200 100th Street NE Marysville, WA 98270 Principal: Teresa Iyall Williams
Grades K-5 360-965-1300 5115 84th Street NE Marysville, WA 98270 Principal: Kathy Thornton
QUIL CEDA TULALIP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Grades K-5 360-965-3100 2415 74th Street NE Tulalip, WA 98271 Principal: Douglas Shook
Grades K-5 360-965-1700 6510 Grove Street Marysville, WA 98270 Principal: Sharon Anderson
SHOULTES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
KELLOGG MARSH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Grades K-5 360-965-1400 13525 51st Avenue NE Marysville, WA 98271 Principal: Cory Taylor
Grades K-5 360-965-1900 6325 91st Street NE Marysville, WA 98270 Principal: Eneille Nelson
SUNNYSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Grades K-5 360-965-1500 3707 Sunnyside Boulevard Marysville, WA 98270 Principal: Brynn Marcum
Grades K-5 360-965-1800 1919 Tenth Street Marysville, WA 98270 Principal: Rich Middaugh
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Grades 6-8 360-965-0400 7204 27th Avenue NE Marysville, WA 98271 Principal: Ray Houser
Grades 9-12 360-965-2000 5611 108th Street NE Marysville, WA 98271 Principal: Dave Rose
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MARYSVILLE MOUNTAIN VIEW HIGH SCHOOL & ARTS & TECHNOLOGY
Grades 6-8 360-965-0700 6400 88th Street NE Marysville, WA 98270 Principal: Stephanie Clark
Grades 9-12 360-965-3000 7204 27th Avenue NE Tulalip, WA 98271 Principal: Ray Houser
MARYSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL
Grades 6-8 360-965-0900 4923 67th Street NE Marysville, WA 98270 Principal: Angela Hansen
HERITAGE HIGH SCHOOL
Grades 9-12 360-965-2800 7204 27th Avenue NE Marysville, WA 98271 Principal: Shelly Lacy
TOTEM MIDDLE SCHOOL
Grades 6-8 360-965-0500 1605 7th Street Marysville, WA 98270 Principal: Angela Delgado
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ACADEMY OF CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING BIOMED ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATIONS SCHOOL FOR THE ENTREPRENEUR Grades 9-12 360-965-2300 8301 84th Street NE Marysville, WA 98270 Principal: Richard Zimmerman
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TRANSPORTATION CENTER
District Transportation Center 360-965-0300 4302 134th Street NE Marysville WA 98271
MARYSVILLE ECEAP AND PRESCHOOL
Pre K / Preschool 360-965-0230 7622 44th Street NE Marysville, WA 98270
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