Parent Handbook - Homewood School District 153

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2013-2014 Student Accident Insurance Options Homewood School District 153 provides all students with school time accident insurance coverage, including both health and dental insurance. A 24-hour accident insurance option is available to parents on a voluntary basis. The fees for the voluntary student insurance plan are: 24-Hour Accident Only Insurance Coverage Standard plan: $65.00, Deluxe plan: $120.00 Optional 24-Hour Dental Accident Coverage: $15.00 (Benefits paid for dental related accidents only, not routine dental care.) For more information, contact the District Office at 708-799-8721. Transportation Fees for the School Year Within certain limitations, parents/guardians of any student not eligible for free transportation may purchase bus transportation at the rate of $380.00 per pupil for the school year. Seating availability and proximity of residence to the school are factors that will be considered. SEX EQUITY The Homewood Schools have policies and procedures which insure that District 153 does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the provision of programs, activities, services, or benefits; and it guarantees both sexes equal access to educational and extracurricular programs and activities. A grievance procedure has been developed for the purpose of expressing and resolving concerns. The contact person for sex equity issues is Ms. Melanie Mandisodza, who can be reached at Student Support Services (798-3766). SPECIAL SCHOOL PROGRAMS Technology Programs Each classroom in the district has computers which are available for student and classroom use as part of the regular curriculum. Computer labs and portable laptop labs are also available in each school. Students are able to advance their computer skills through the individual programs which are developed by computer specialists. It is the intent of Homewood School District 153 to enhance education by providing access to the District’s electronic network, including access to the Internet to all students as an integral part of the District’s curriculum. A copy of the Students Acceptable Use Procedure is included in the Parent Handbook and can also be found in the James Hart and Millennium Student Handbook. Learning/Media Centers Willow and Churchill Schools have a learning center and library for all students. Millennium and James Hart Schools have a media center for all students. These centers are extensions of the classroom and learning/media center staff work closely with the classroom teachers. All students have the opportunity to come to the centers to work on individual goals, to receive computer instruction and to check out books. Learning/media centers supplement and support the program of the district. 15
Enrichment/EXCEL Overview Willow School Enrichment The District philosophy is that it is not developmentally appropriate to identify students at this age, so no formal gifted program exists at Willow School. However, students that are exceeding grade level expectations are provided enrichment activities that relate to math and reading. The students work with staff on a fluid basis. Churchill School EXCEL Program Students meet weekly with the Enrichment Resource Teacher. EXCEL classes meet during Churchill’s Activity Hour: a designated time during the school day when students have the opportunity to receive additional learning experiences. The curriculum’s focus includes advanced studies in literature and language arts. Students are required to be meeting gradelevel academic performance expectations in their general education classroom. Millennium EXCEL Program Students meet weekly with the Enrichment Resource Teacher. The curriculum’s focus includes advanced studies in literature and language arts. EXCEL performance reports will be sent home each trimester. Students are required to be meeting grade-level academic performance expectations in their general education classroom. James Hart Honors Classes Students are placed into honors classes based on NWEA scores, placement tests and class grades. Special Education Program The special education program in District 153 serves students who have been found to have specific special education needs. Eligibility for special education is determined by a team of individuals who are bound by regulations as specified in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act [IDEA]. There are several steps involved in determining eligibility for special education. These steps include the following: If a student is demonstrating academic or behavioral/emotional difficulties or delays, that student’s name can be brought to the Student Success Team in each building. This team is designed to consider the needs of any student within the building and to develop strategies and interventions for that student. These will be implemented according to the district’s Response to Intervention Plan. Interventions are provided for a prescribed length of time and are monitored and reviewed for effectiveness. If student performance continues to be a concern after appropriate strategies and techniques have been executed, more intensive supports will be developed and applied. After continued implementations, progress will be reviewed and analyzed. Lack of adequate progress may suggest the need for a case study evaluation [CSE]. The recommendation for a case study evaluation is made to the Director of Student Support Services. Upon approval by the Director of Student Support Services, the parent/guardian is contacted to secure written consent for the CSE. After receiving written consent, a multi-step process is completed as part of the CSE. This may include, but is not limited to individual evaluations, interviews, screenings, file reviews, and observations. An eligibility conference is held to determine if the student is eligible for special education services, and if so, to develop an individualized education plan (IEP). Among those programs available if a student is determined to be eligible for special education services: Instructional special education [special education support for more than 50% of the school day], resource [special education less than 50% of the school day], speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, vision or hearing itinerant services, and counseling. 16
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