Sopori Elementary School

Attendance Procedures
 

Reporting a Student:

• When a student is absent, a parent/guardian must notify the school attendance office by phone no later than 8:30am and leave a message at 520=625-3502 ext. 1300. *Absence without a doctor’s note is considered unexcused per Arizona state requirements.
• If a call is not made by the parent/guardian, the attendance office may call the home to verify the absence for the day.
• The parent/guardian must also provide written documentation explaining the student’s absence on the day the student returns to school. This will be placed in the student’s file.

Sahuarita Unified School District Board Policy JH: Student Absences & Excuses:

The regular school attendance of a child is required by state law. Regular school attendance is essential for success in school; therefore, absences shall be excused only for the following:

• Illness, bereavement, other family emergencies, and observance of major religious holidays of the family’s faith.
• The student’s participation in a school-related activity.
• The student being suspended for misconduct.

In the event of a necessary absence known in advance, the parent is expected to inform the school; if the absence is caused by emergency such as illness, the parent is expected to telephone the school office. When a student returns to school following any absence, a note of explanation from the parent is required.

This documentation must be submitted within five (5) school days of return to school. After ten cumulative absences, written medical documentation from a health care professional licensed under A.R.S Title 32, Chapter 7, Chapter 13, or Chapter 17, may be required to excuse the absences.

When Absent from School:
State law mandates that the school record reasons for all student absences.

Therefore, when a student is absent, it will be necessary for the parent to call the school on or before the day of the absence in order to advise the school as to the reason for the absence. When it is impossible to call on the day of the absence, the school should be notified on the morning the student returns, in time for the student to obtain an admission slip prior to the student’s first class. All absences not verified by parental or administrative authorization will remain unexcused. If a parent does not have access to a phone, either at home or at work, a note will be accepted for verification purposes. For absences greater than one (1) day in length, the school should be notified each day of the absence. All personnel will solicit cooperation from parents in the matter of school attendance and punctuality, particularly in regard to the following:

• The scheduling of medical and dental appointments after school hours except in cases of emergency.
• The scheduling of family vacations during school vacation and recess periods.

The school may require an appointment card or a letter from a hospital or clinic when the parent has not notified the school of an appointment of a medical or dental nature. School administrators are authorized to excuse students from school for necessary and justifiable reasons. Adopted: August 23, 2017 LEGAL REF.:

Tardies:

School starts at 8:05 AM and ends at 2:50 PM. Any child arriving to the  classroom after 8:05 or leaving before 2:50 must be signed in/out at the office by a parent or guardian (driver’s license required). Tardiness can be a disturbance to the classroom and learning. Excessive tardiness excused or not, will be directed to the principal for intervention.

Tardies will affect a student’s attendance record.

Arrival and Pick-Up
Students should arrive between 7:30 and 8:05 A.M. Students should not arrive prior to 7:30 A.M as there is no adult supervision at this time. No child or parent should be in the building before school without an appointment. School begins promptly at 8:05 A.M.

Birthdays

Individual birthday parties for students interrupt daily instruction and will not be allowed until the last 15 minutes of the day, per the teacher’s discretion. Students are permitted to distribute personal party invitations to all class members without exception of any student. Parents who wish to invite certain students from their child’s classroom should make other arrangements for distributing party invitations. Due to the number of students who are allergic to many food products, please check with school personnel to get prior approval before bringing in any food items. This helps us ensure the safety of all of our students.
 

Bus Routes

All bus route information may be obtained from the July edition of district news letter or can be found on the district website. It is the parent’s responsibility to get correct bus route information so you may provide this to your child’s classroom teacher. (Route numbers change every summer).

Bus Route/Parent Pick-Up Changes

Per District, parents must designate one bus stop for their child. We ask that parents create one schedule for their students for the year (i.e. bus everyday, parent pick-up everyday, or bus on Mon. and Tues. and parent pick up on Wed., Thurs., and Fri.) Changes in permanent schedules must be approved by the principal. We realize that on certain days, emergencies or unforeseen circumstances arise and other arrangements must be made for the students to go home. We understand these changes, but ask that changes be kept to a minimum.
Any other changes must be in writing and given to the teacher at the beginning of the day (I.E. doctor’s appointments, etc). This information is then given to the front office to ensure accuracy. No phone calls will be accepted to change departure information. Only emergencies will be approved through the school principal. Please call the front office at EXT. 1300 in the event of an emergency.

Our goal in Transportation Services is to provide a safe and comfortable ride to and from school for all students. This requires teamwork and shared understanding of basic operating norms. In order to accomplish these goals, Sahuarita School District has established the following procedures and routines on all District buses and at District designated bus stops as applicable as part of the SUSD Student Transportation Services Compact for Success.

SUSD Student Transportation Services Compact for Success

1. Students will remain seated on the school bus.
2. Students will face forward when on the bus.
3. Students will keep their hands, feet, and personal objects to themselves.
4. Students will maintain a quiet conversation voice (level 2) and use appropriate language.
5. Students will obey reasonable direction from the bus driver at all times.
6. For safety and cleanliness reasons, eating/drinking on the bus other than an enclosed water bottle shall be prohibited.
7. Students will have their District issued identification card with them and visible when boarding the bus (Grades 6-12).

Students will be acknowledged for their cooperative efforts in multiple ways that may include:

1. Positive reinforcement
2. Incentive prizes/drawings (group and individual)
3. Timely departures/arrivals—Teamwork Works!
4. Positive notes
5. Parent calls

Infractions of bus rules are serious concerns, as student safety is our top priority. In order to establish a positive and safe environment, the following sequence of consequences will be in place when a student chooses to violate the above-mentioned procedures and routines.

1st offense – Student will be given a conference and bus warning letter.

2nd offense – Student will be given a conference and bus warning letter.

3rd offense – Student will be given a one (1) day suspension from the bus.

4th offense – Student will be given a two (2) day suspension from the bus.

5th offense-Student will be given a three (3) day suspension from the bus. Parent/Guardian will be contacted for a mandatory meeting.

6 or more offenses- A bus suspension of five (5) to ten (10) days may be enforced depending on the nature of the offense. Continued and repeated offenses may result in long term suspensions from the bus that may include the remainder of the school year.

Please Note: The District reserves the right to invoke a severe clause and immediately refer the student to administration if appropriate (I.E., belligerent defiance, acts of violence).
 

In the interest of student safety, consistency, and effective operations, our policy as a school district is that we will drop off students at the designated stop as identified by the child’s parent/guardian.

It is asked that you please designate one bus stop where you would like for our professional bus drivers to deliver your child each afternoon after school. Students may ride only one bus. 

Kindergarten students must be met by an adult at the bus stop. If no adult is present, students will be transported back to school.
 

Thank you for your cooperation and support in these matters. Our transportation mission is to provide excellent and safe transportation services to each student we serve.

Cafeteria & Lunch

Breakfast and lunch are both provided daily. Students who qualify may receive meals free or at a reduced rate. Applications for free or reduced lunches are distributed at the beginning of the school year and are available in the front office. If a family’s financial situation changes during the year, free and reduced applications will be available in the office.

Meal prices are as follows:

Breakfast: Free to all students

Lunch: $2.20 (Reduced $0.40)

Paying in advance (i.e. one week or one month at a time) is strongly encouraged.

Students will be allowed to charge a negative balance up to $2.00. After the child reaches this maximum, the cafeteria will send a note home with the child and the child will be given an alternative meal consisting of a sandwich and milk.

If you have questions please call the cafeteria at 625-3502 ex. 1311

Lunch Times:

Grades K-2: 10:45 – 11:00 A.M.

Grades 3-5: 11:20 – 11:35 A.M.

Cafeteria Rules

In our cafeteria, students focus on appropriate manners. In order for students to receive proper nutrition, students must have an opportunity to eat all their lunch without disruption and to sit in an area free of litter.

Most importantly, the cafeteria must be safe for students while they are walking to and from their tables, as well as while them are seated. The guidelines are as follows:

• Inside voices
• Students are expected to use appropriate table manners.
• Excessive misbehavior or disrespect will be reported to the classroom teacher. Depending on the severity of the offenses, an administrator will be informed.
• Throwing food will not be tolerated.
• Students are not allowed to handle other students’ food.
• Any inappropriate behavior not covered will be subject to disciplinary action.

Cafeteria-Wellness Policy

The Sahuarita Unified School District #30 is committed to providing a healthy school environment that enhances learning and development of lifelong wellness practices.

It is with this in mind that on July 01, 2006, the Governing Board adopted the Local Wellness Policy. This initiative supports a school environment that encourages and models nutritious eating habits and physical activities that promote academic success and lifelong health for our students, staff and community.

A healthy school environment goes beyond school meals in the cafeteria. A healthy lifestyle and maintaining a healthy weight requires a combination of healthy food choices and appropriate amount of physical activity. All foods made available on the school campus should offer children nutritious choices, and physical activity should be incorporated into the school day as often as possible.

All foods and beverages made available on campus during the school day for K-8 grade students and whenever possible to High School students are consistent with the Arizona Nutrition Standards – ANS. These standards limit the amount of sugar, fat, calories and sodium in foods available at school. 

School meals must meet the USDA nutrition standards for the appropriate age group.

We encourage all parents to provide meals and snacks that support the school’s efforts for their student.

Any “group” or “class” snack sent in must adhere to the following School Wellness Policy:

Carbonated beverages are prohibited in the cafeterias and are not recommended for snacks. No foods creating distractions will be permitted such as whole bags of chips, coffee, energy drinks, etc.

Classroom Snacks:

Classroom snacks must feature healthy choices such as Low Fat, Low Sugar snacks, or Limits on calories – i.e., 100 cal per bag.

Suggested Snacks:

Fresh Fruit (apples, oranges, bananas, etc), fruit kabobs, juice bars, juice, yogurt, raisins, pretzels, granola bars, baked chip, cheese sticks.

Water or 100% Juice are only drinks allowed for class snacks.

We ask that peanut and peanut products be limited and in some classes with students with severe allergies, they are prohibited.
 

Child Custody

In most cases, when parents are divorced, both mother and father continue to have equal rights where their children are concerned. If you have a court order limiting the custody, communication, or visitation rights of one parent, please bring a copy to the school office. Unless the court orders are on file at Sopori Elementary, we must provide equal rights to both parents.
 

Classroom Concerns

Your child’s teacher is the best source of information about individual classroom procedures and your child’s progress. If you have a question or concern, please contact the teacher directly prior to contacting the principal. If you feel more comfortable speaking with the principal concerning the situation please contact Dr. Spooner at jspooner@sahuarita.net or (520) 625-3502 ext. 1303.

Classroom Placements

Teaching teams carefully construct homeroom classes to be balanced learning communities. Every effort is made to balance classrooms for gender, emotional, physical, behavioral, and academic needs. We welcome the sharing of your perspective regarding your child’s learning needs; however, requests for specific teachers will not be accepted.

Communication

You are always encouraged to contact your child’s teacher by phone or email.

You can contact the main office at 520-625-3502, ext.1300 or 1303 to leave a message. The front office can also transfer you to the teachers’ voice mail where you can leave a message.

Please be patient with the school staff returning your calls, they are very busy during the day with their students and may not have time to get to their messages until the end of the day. All phone calls and emails will be returned within 24 hours. You may also at any time set up a time to meet with your child’s teacher.
 

Conferences

We recognize that open communication between home and school are critical for a child’s success. School-wide parent conferences are scheduled twice a year. On these days, school will be dismissed at 12:50pm to accommodate conferences with parents. If you feel it necessary to have additional conferences with your child’s teacher, please send a note or email at least one day in advance. The teacher will communicate to arrange a suitable time for a conference to be held.

Since teachers have classroom obligations, no conferences will be scheduled when children are in class.

Dress Code

At Sopori we are committed to preparing our students for the future. This preparation includes academics, social, and job skills. The classroom is the student’s “workplace”; we expect them to dress accordingly.

Please see Dress Code Policy on the page linked here. 

Students out of dress code are sent to the health office.

• A warning note will be sent home with the student and/or a phone call home.
• Parents will be called to bring additional clothing and/or a reminder note will go home with your child.
• If student is out of dress code numerous times it may result in further disciplinary action.

All dress code violations are handled with the utmost care and sensitivity with our students.

NOTE: We strongly suggest on your child’s PE day that athletic shoes are worn.

Drug/Alcohol/Weapon Free School Zone

Zero Tolerance School District

Sahuarita Unified School District is a drug, alcohol, and weapon free School Zone. Any student over the age of seven (7) caught with, admitting possession of or under the influence of any of these will receive a ten (10) day out-of-school suspension pending a long-term suspension hearing. If a student gives or sells drugs, alcohol or has a weapon on campus, they may be expelled from SUSD.
 

Early-Release Wednesdays

The Sahuarita School District has early-release on most Wednesdays to allow for staff development. Dismissal time is 1:50. Please consult your district calendar for further information

Emergency and Safety Procedures

The school safety committee has developed a policy and procedures manual in the event of an emergency at school. These policies are taught in the classroom.

If you care to review the procedures, they are available in the principal’s office.

Lock downs and regular drills are conducted for fire and intruder alerts.

Please inform the office if your home or work phone number changes, so that you can be located quickly if an emergency occurs.
 

Field Trips 

A field trip is a planned educational experience directly related to and correlated with a particular unit of study or specialized function of the school. The principal will approve those trips that can be shown to have meaningful relationship to the curriculum. Our field trips are funded basically through donations and tax credit donations, which are collected to enable every student to participate. While no child is denied these experiences, failure to receive sufficient funding may result in cancellation of the trip. If you have questions concerning this matter, please contact you child’s teacher or the principal.

To be a chaperone on your child’s field trip, district policy now states that every chaperone must fill out a volunteer application and complete a volunteer criminal affidavit which must be notarized. For your convenience there is a notary in the school’s front office who can notarize the forms.
 

First Day of School

Important: It is necessary to notify your child’s teacher what your child is to do after school. Your child will either be picked up in the parking lot outside of the gym, or go home on a bus. If your student is taking a bus home, it is the parent’s responsibility to notify the teacher what route number the student will take home, prior to school starting. In addition, sending your child ready to learn each day will help them tremendously. This includes:

1. Going to bed early.
2. Eating breakfast in the morning.
3. Coming to school on time.
4. Bringing your backpack and homework everyday.

Guidance Counselor

520-625-3502 ext. 1335

The elementary guidance program focuses primarily on classroom guidance, small group sessions, and, on a limited basis, individual sessions. Our counselor will help in any area where help is needed such as test taking skills, making new friends, coping with peer pressure, study skills and more.

Any students should feel free to talk to the counselor whenever they feel the need. Parents are also encouraged to communicate with our counselor and may call to schedule an appointment.
 

Health Office

520-625-3502 ext. 1302

Bathroom Accidents

Students will be sent to the health office to be changed into a clean set of clothes.

We keep dress code pants and shirts on hand for such incidents. Soiled clothing will be bagged and kept in the health office for parent pickup. A note will be sent home with your child to inform you of the incident.

Chronic Illnesses

Please contact the health office if you have a student with a chronic illness (asthma, seasonal allergies, food allergies, diabetes, etc) so we may know how to best meet your child’s needs during the school day.
 

Immunizations

On January 1, 1992, the new Arizona State law of School Immunizations went into effect (ARS § 15-871). The law states that the school administrator shall suspend a pupil if the administrator does not have documentary proof of immunizations, or the student fails to receive immunizations as scheduled.

Illness at School

The health assistant will tend to minor scratches and scrapes, as well as sudden illnesses. For more serious injuries, she/he will contact you. If a child has a temperature over 100 degrees, vomiting, diarrhea, widespread rash, open or draining sores, eye irritation, or drainage from eye, the student will be excused from school. The child should be fever free for 24 hours without medication before coming back to school. In the event your child requires medication at school, please contact the school health aide.

Please be sure to send in any changes of contact numbers in case she needs to get in touch with you. If you need to speak with the nurse, please call 520-625-3502 ext 1302.

Lice

If your child is suspected of having lice or nits are present, you will be notified and requested to pick up your child for immediate treatment. As a precaution, students with long hair should wear it up and avoid sharing combs or hats.

Lost and Found

It is suggested that you write or sew your child’s first and last name in the clothing they wear to school. The school will hold lost clothing until the last Friday of every month, after that it will be donated to a charitable organization. Please come to the office and feel free to look through the lost and found at anytime.

Medication

Sopori Elementary School is a Drug Free Zone. All medication must be taken in the Health Office. This includes non-prescription medications.

Students may not have prescription or over the counter medications in their possession on school campus. When the licensed health care provider feels it is necessary for students to carry and self-medicate, the licensed health care provider shall provide written recommendations, to be attached to the signed “Request for Giving Medication at School,” form.

Vaccinations/Immunization Requirements

• OVP (Polio) 4 doses at any age, but 3 doses meet requirements for ages 4-6 if at least one dose was on/after the 4th birthday; 3 doses meet requirements for 7 years and older if at least one dose was on or after the 4th birthday.
• DPT (Diphtheria/Pertussis/Tetanus) Age 6 and under: Needs 6 doses at any age but, 4-5 doses meet requirements for ages 4 6 if at least one dose was on or after the 4^th birthday. Age 7 and older 4 doses but 3 doses meet the requirements for ages 7-18 years if at least one dose was on or after the 4th birthday. If one last dose was given before the 4th birthday, one more TD is required.
• MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) 2 doses both must be on or after 1st birthday.
• TD (Tetanus) Required every 10 years.
• Hepatitis B: 3 doses are required.
• Varicella ~ Children attending childcare, K, 1st, 2nd and 7th grade are required to show proof of immunization or history of varicella (chicken pox) infection.

Vision and Hearing Screenings

Annual vision and hearing screenings are a part of SUSD health program for K-2 students.

Homework

• Homework assignments are valuable aids in helping students make the most of their experience at school. It reinforces what has been taught in class, prepares students for upcoming lessons, extends and generalizes concepts, teaches responsibility, and helps students develop essential study habits that will be needed throughout all of their schooling.
• Homework should be based on age appropriateness and the concepts that have already been mastered. Homework should be practice and should not directly have a negative impact on a student’s grade. This is important for purposes of equity in situations where students do not have home support.
• Ensure that students are recording their daily assignments/homework in a specified area every day.
• Homework is at the discretion of the classroom teacher if the norms listed above are followed.

Homework Make-Up Protocol

Although the teacher can be a friendly reminder, it is the responsibility of the student to get all the make-up work the day the student returns to school. Students will be given the same number of the days they were absent to make up missing assignments. In addition, teachers will work with students and their families in relation to each individual situation.
 

Money

All money sent to school should be sent in a sealed envelope with the following information on the outside:

• Child’s name
• Name of child’s teacher
• Purpose for money

NCLB Notification

As you may be aware, the federal government has reauthorized the Elementary and Secondary School Act titled No Child Left behind (NCLB). The reauthorization has mandated several changes in Title 1 schools with an increased effort to inform parents. I am writing to let you know of some of your rights under NCLB. Under NCLB, you can request information concerning the professional qualifications of your child’s teacher(s). To be more specific, you may request any of the following information, at a minimum:

• Whether your child’s teacher meets Arizona teacher qualifying and licensing criteria for the grade level or subject area which the teacher teaches;
• Whether your child’s teacher is teaching under emergency or other provisional status from the State Department of Education;
• The baccalaureate degree major of the teacher and any other graduate certification or degrees held by the teacher;
• Whether paraprofessionals (teacher aides) provide any services to your student, and, if so, you may request information on the qualifications of those individuals.

If you would like to request information about No Child Left Behind, please call the school at 520-625-3502 ext. 1300.

Paper Limited School
It is Sopori’s goal to cut down on our paper usage to save costs and the environment!! District, School, and Classroom information will be sent via email as much as possible. Emails may contain information in the following formats: Word and Publisher. Please check your emails daily for important school information. Email addresses need to be given to your child’s teacher during “Meet and Greet” and updated as needed. If an email address is not available, a hard copy of all information will be sent home with your child.

District and Sopori information will also be available on this website.

nformation from outside organizations may be available in a paper format only. These items do not use district paper (i.e. activities outside of school: sports, clubs, etc.).

Additionally, please ensure your email address on file is accurate and updated. The principal’s messages are sent out periodically via
email. The school newsletter is also sent out monthly via email as well as in hard copy form. Please also like our page on Facebook page, “Sopori Elementary School” to receive regular updates in relation to upcoming campus events, celebrations, news, etc.

Personal Items at School

Students are encouraged to bring necessary items to school such as backpacks, jackets, etc. Please remember to label them with first and last name. Please remember classroom supplies are usually shared as community items. If some school supplies are personal or of great value, we recommend that students use these items at home.

Other items, such as toys, radios, sports equipment and excessive grooming items (lip gloss, hair accessories that don’t stay in the hair all day, etc.) are not allowed at school since they tend to get broken, lost or stolen, or can cause other problems in the classroom. These items will be taken by the classroom teacher or administration and will be kept until a parent can pick them up. Please contact the office if your child will be biking, skateboarding, etc. so these items can be securely stored upon arrival. If any of these items are lost, stolen or broken, the school will not be responsible since they were not to be on campus.

Electronic Devices students are permitted to have electronic devices in their possession, but they are not the responsibility of Sopori Elementary School in the event that they are lost, stolen, and/or damaged. Please send your children with electronic devices at your own discretion. While students are permitted to electronic devices in their possession, they are not permitted to use the devices such as cell phones and other electronic devices including but not limited to: iWatches, gaming devices, iPads, tablets, Chromebooks, laptops, etc. without the prior permission of the teacher. In the event that a student uses an electronic device improperly and/or without gaining prior permission they are subject to disciplinary consequences.

Pick-Up Procedures – During School

Due to the number of students, and with safety in mind, all individuals are required to show a picture ID when checking out students. Adults other than parents must be listed by name on the child’s registration form and be written a note of permission by parent/guardian sent in that morning. No person will be allowed to pick up a student without the written authorization of a parent. Only previously designated adults will be able to check out students. If permanent pick-up or bus arrangements change, the office must receive a written note from you, sent in with your child that morning. These must be approved by the Principal. No phone calls are accepted.

Parents who need to pick up their child prior to dismissal time for a health care appt. are required to sign out their child in the office. Please try to schedule appointments after school hours as much as possible to prevent loss of academic time in the classroom. If no note was sent in, parents must meet with the principal for approval. The principal will approve an emergency situation that might arise. The office will then call the student from their classroom to the office. Parents are not allowed to get their child directly from the classroom.

Pets on Campus

Due to the unpredictability of some pets and allergies, all pets are restricted from campus. This ensures the safety of all individuals on campus. The only exception would be approved Service Animals.

Pledge of Allegiance

Each school day students will be afforded the opportunity to recite the pledge of allegiance to the flag of the United States of America. Students participating in the recitation of the Pledge will be expected to stand, face the flag, and recite the pledge in unison. Students not participating in the Pledge may (a) stand and refrain from reciting the Pledge or (b) remain seated. Non-participating students shall in no way conduct themselves in a manner, which disrupts the observance of the Pledge of Allegiance.

Recess

Structured outside play is an important part of a student’s physical and social
development. Children learn how to cooperate, follow game rules and to resolve
conflicts during interaction. Recesses are scheduled before school, during the
morning and after lunch. Classroom aides are on the playground to supervise the
students during recess periods. During afternoon recess, students will have
several activities to choose from that they can enjoy.
 

Retention and Promotion of Students

Per district policy IKE, a parent conference must be held no later than the week immediately following the last day of the second quarter presenting written documentation of deficiencies, which includes the possibility of retention.

Per district Policy IKE-R, no decision will be made without parent involvement and student counseling. The final recommendation to retain or promote is made by the teacher. Consultation with the principal and other staff members are vital. If a parent wishes to appeal a decision made by a teacher, pursuant to Arizona Revised Statutes, the parent must demonstrate to the board the student has or has not mastered the State Board adopted standards required for placement recommended by the teacher.
 

School Pictures

School pictures will be in the fall and the spring. There will be several packages that you may choose from. Our school will receive a portion of the sales price, thus school pictures benefit both the family and our school.

Snacks

Most classrooms offer a snack each day at a time appropriate for the students’ needs and class schedule. Parents may be asked to donate snacks. Due to the number of students who are allergic to many food products, all items must be store bought and still in the package, with the ingredients listed. 100% juice and water are the only acceptable beverages, with logical healthy snacks. Teachers will communicate their own snack donation schedule. Birthday or holiday parties may be excluded from these requirements, and must be communicated in advance with school personnel.

Specialists

The Sopori staff includes music, physical education, computers, and library teachers trained to meet the needs of young children. Students attend these classes each week where the Arizona State Standards are used to design lessons in these subject areas. Students do check out library books from the school library each week. It is the student’s responsibility to care for and return their books each week. Lost or un-returned books will result in lack of check out privilege.

Music

Our music classes are designed to expose children to the importance of music and teaching them how to have fun with song, dance and instruments.

Physical Education

All students participate in P.E. classes designed to guide children into being physically active for a lifetime through developmentally appropriate games and activities. We ask that students wear sneakers on designated P.E. days for student safety.

Library

All students attend library. Please take care of the books and have a special place for them at your home as your child will be held responsible for lost or damaged books. We are always looking for volunteers for the library; please call our school librarian if you are interested in helping.

Computer Lab

Students will have the opportunity to learn basic computer skills and to participate in activities to improve and enhance student’s learning.
 

Sopori’s School Rules & Expectations

We have implemented a Positive Behavior Interventions Support (PBIS) program. It is a school wide plan which promotes positive behaviors from all students and staff. Students are expected to contribute to a positive climate on campus by treating school property, other students, and all adults with respect and by demonstrating positive citizenship.

Classroom Discipline:

Each classroom is a small community where teamwork and good relationships are expected. We will spend time learning class
procedures and practicing them. Each student is expected to act within our standards of behavior. In each classroom there will be a classroom management plan. The teacher will send information on the classroom expectations. We always listen to every child and make every situation a learning experience.

If a child continues to take away from another child’s right to learn, they may be removed from the classroom for a break.

School Discipline:

Our goal is to encourage, prompt, and teach children to become independent in making choices and managing their own behavior. Staff
members value the dignity of all persons and work to build and maintain the dignity of each student through all interactions. Our approach to discipline is positive. We respect the right of students to make choices and to experience logical consequences.

The following infractions may result in possible loss of privileges, verbal warning, redirection, parent phone call, out of school suspensions, long terms suspensions or expulsion:

• Insubordination: This occurs when a student fails to comply with a reasonable request of a staff member. It also includes dishonesty, disrespect or vulgar, profane, or rude remarks to teachers, fellow students, principals, or other school employees.
• Destruction of Property: Applies to property belonging to a staff member, another student, or school property, including vandalism and graffiti. (Does not apply to property of students that are prohibited on campus).
• Possession and/or Concealment of Weapons or Dangerous Devices: Setting of firecrackers, misuse of fire extinguisher, mace, brass knuckles, knives, guns, etc.
• Physical or Verbal Abuse or Threat of Harm to a school employee or student.
• Sexual Misconduct/Harassment to a school employee or student.
• Fighting/Physical Assault: Many times students un-intentionally hurt other students in the course of physical activity or play. Per the administration’s discretion, if any student knowingly caused harm to another student, the student may be suspended from school for an appropriate amount of time.

Please review PBIS matrix regarding school procedures and expectations around campus.

Student Records

Please keep the school informed of any changes in health needs, home and work phone numbers, guardianship and address. If you move to a new address, you must bring in a new proof of residence.
 

Supplies

We will have a list of school supplies that we ask your child to bring to school for use in the classroom. You can obtain a copy of the supply lists from the office at the time of enrollment, on the SUSD district website, or you can find them posted at Wal-Mart. Students are not required to bring in these requested items.

Most classrooms share these items as general classroom supplies. If you do not wish for your child to share these items, please leave them at home, and supplies will be available for your child.