ParentStudentHandbook2017-18 AUG.17

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●Clothing that is dirty, frayed, has inappropriate holes/tears or clothing that is excessively tight, sheer, brief, low-cut, revealing, or has undergarments showing. This includes bare midriff attire, spaghetti strap tops, pajama type pants, etc. ●Areas of the body considered private should be appropriately covered. No V–Neck and/or low cut tops that are excessively revealing will be permitted. ●Shorts are to be mid–length (well past fingertips) or Bermuda style (just above the knee). ●Students are not to wear clothing that promotes violence, alcohol, tobacco, drugs, or other inappropriate behavior. ●Students are not to wear outdoor jackets or hats in the building. This applies to boys and girls and includes scarves, bandanas, head wraps, hoods, sunglasses, and visors. ●Students are not permitted to carry backpacks or bags of any kind throughout the school day. ●Footwear: For safety reasons, no “flipflop” shoes or athletic slip–on shoes are permitted. Shoes should not have an excessively high heel and sneakers with wheels are not permitted. ●Accessories that can be considered dangerous, such as but not limited to, hanging chains, large/heavy medallion neck chains, spiked or sharp items, etc. are not permitted. ●Safety and protective clothing, as well as athletic or gym clothing shall be worn as required by the subject area teacher or club instructor.

Students will not be permitted to attend school functions or class unless properly attired. The administration will make final determination on the appropriateness of a student’s clothing in accordance with the guidelines set forth above.

DRUGS & ALCOHOL

The Berlin Borough Board of Education prohibits the use, possession and/or distribution of any drug, alcohol, tobacco, or steroids on school premises, and at any school sponsored event/activity. Compliance with a drug free standard of conduct at all school functions is mandatory for all students. Students suspected of being under the influence of drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or steroids will be identified, evaluated and reported in accordance with the law. (N.J.A.C. 6:29–6.5).

EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT PROGRAMS

The Educational Support Program provides assistance to students experiencing academic difficulties. Students may receive individual or small group instruction in order to improve their skills.

Intervention & Referral Services (I&RS) When a student is identified as having a problem within the general education program, the teacher requests an intervention process through the I&RS Committee. This committee includes teachers and/or resource personnel who may assist with each student’s specific concern. The committee meets to brainstorm and develop strategies for remediation. It is a process by which concerns can be corrected without the provision of services through 504 or special education. Intervention plans can be more effective when school personnel and parents work together with a positive attitude and give each student every opportunity to be educated within the regular school curriculum. If interventions are deemed unsuccessful, then referral to the Child Study team may follow. Special Education Programs The Supervisor of Special Services administers district programs for special education under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (I.D.E.A.). The rules and regulations which govern the provision of programs and services for identified pupils from birth to age 21 are embedded in the New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14. This legislation specifically requires special education and related services for all students with disabilities between the ages of three and 21. If eligible, these students are provided with an appropriate education program.

The Child Study Team consists of a School Psychologist, Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant, and a School

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