ParentStudentHandbook2017-18 AUG.17

5. Refer to a court or court program pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:16–7.6(a)4.iv. and H.4. below; 6. Proceed in accordance with N.J.S.A. 9:6–1 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 6A:16–10, if a potential missing or abused child situation is detected; and 7. Engage the student’s family.

For ten or more cumulative unexcused absences that count toward truancy, a student between the ages of six and sixteen is truant, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38–25, and the Principal or designee shall:

Make a determination regarding the need for a court referral for the truancy, per N.J.A.C. 6A:16–7.6(a)4.iv. and H.4. below;

Continue to consult with the parent and the involved agencies to support the student’s return to school and regular attendance;

Cooperate with law enforcement and other authorities and agencies, as appropriate; and

Proceed in accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:38–28 through 31, Article 3B, Compelling Attendance at School, and other applicable State and Federal statutes, as required.

Student Arrival Time Middle School start time is 7:45 and the Elementary start time is 8:25. In the interest of safety and order, it is important that Middle school students are not to be dropped off before 7:30 a.m. and Elementary school students (K–4) are not to be dropped off before 8:00 a.m. as staff is not available prior to these times to provide supervision. Parents who need to drop off students earlier may sign their child(ren) up for the PALS program for a fee. Adherence to this policy will ensure proper supervision of our students on the way to school and on school grounds. Your cooperation in this matter is greatly appreciated.

Tardiness In order to benefit fully from their education, students are expected to report to school and class on time. If a student arrives to class after the opening bell he/she should report to the office upon arrival to obtain a late pass.

Students must spend a minimum of 4 hours in any single school day session to be eligible to participate in after school activities.

Excessive tardiness will result in a more formal action plan. Please refer to the Student Discipline Code of Conduct.

Please note an excused tardy is a doctor’s appointment, religious reason, court mandated event, or funeral service. Each instance must be accompanied with proper verification.

The following procedures will be initiated for lateness to school AND early departure from school: ● On the 5 th tardy and/or departure in any marking period, students will serve a lunch/recess detention on that day and any day after in which they are tardy or leave early. Middle School students may also receive demerits for each offense, which may lead to a suspension. ● 10 tardies and/or early dismissals in a school year parents will be notified. ● 16 tardies and/or early dismissals in a school year may result in loss of extracurricular activities, class trips, andassemblies.

Early Departure In the event that medical appointments cannot be made outside the regular school hours, students may be excused from school for such purposes. The parent must report to the office before the student can be released. Under no

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