Alvarado Intermediate SchoolA School To Watch Award Winner

A National Blue Ribbon School

A California Distinguished School“Performance Category”

1901 South Desire AvenueRowland Heights, California 91748

(626) 964-2358

PARENT-STUDENT HANDBOOK2009-2010

Ying Lee Tsao, Principal

C a l e n d a rAUGUST - 2009 FEBRUARY

3 PTSA Meeting.-4:00 p.m., Room 524 First Day of School 5 Career Day24 PTSA Membership Drive Begins 9 Matadors of the Month, Bears of the Month26 PTSA Meeting – 4:00 p.m., Room 5 10 PTSA – Founderʼs Day – 7:00 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 15 HOLIDAY – Presidentʼs Day – NO SCHOOL17 School Site Counsel Meeting-2:45 p.m, Room 5

16 Back to School Night-Special Mtgs-6:00 p.m. 18 Parent Conferences: 1:00 – 4:00pm & 5:30 – 7:30pm16 Back to School Nigh/PTSA Mtg.t-6:30 p.m. 18 SHORTENED DAY SCHEDULE, 12:28 Dismissal21 SHORTENED DAY SCHEDULE, 12:28 Dismissal 19 SHORTENED DAY SCHEDULE, 12:28 Dismissal25 PTSA Fundraiser Kickoff 24 College Info Night-7:00 p.m.25 PTSA Membership Dance29 Picture Day in P.E. classes

OCTOBER MARCH1 Progress Reports mailed 1 SHORTENED DAY SCHEDULE, 12:28 Dismissal7 Title 1 Parent Mtg & ABC Parent Mtg.-6:30 p.m. 2 7th Grade CST Writing Test7 Parent Workshop-“Organizing your Child”-7:00-8:00

p.m.3 PTSA Meeting – 4:00 p.m., Room 5

9 Last Day – PTSA Fundraiser 4 Progress Reports mailed13 Matadors of the Month, Bears of the Month 10 AVID Parent Info Night-7:00 p.m.14 PTSA Meeting-4:00 p.m., Room 519 SHORTENED DAY SCHEDULE, 12:28 Dismissal 15 PTSA Spring Fundraiser Begins

20 Panoramiic Picture 16 Matadors of the Month, Bears of the Month 21 School Site Council Meeting – 2:45 p.m., Room 5 22 After School Academies Begin26-30 Red Ribbon Week/Halloween Grams sold 22 8th Grade Perfect Attendance BINGO Party

29 Fall Dance-2:45-4:15 p.m. 23 7th Grade Perfect Attendance BINGO Party29 1 st Quarter Grades mailed 26 PTSA Spring Fundraiser Ends

NOVEMBER APRIL 4 PTSA Meeting-4:00 p.m. Room 5 1 3rd Quarter Grades mailed

5 SHORTENED DAY SCHEDULE, 12:28 DismissalParent Conferences: 1:00 – 4:00 p m & 5:30 – 7:30 p m

SPRING BREAK-NO SCHOOL4/5/10-4/9/10

6 Make-up Picture Day 13 Matadors of the Month, Bears of the Month 6 SHORTENED DAY SCHEDULE, 12:28 Dismissal 14 PTSA Meeting – 4:00 p.m., Room 5

10 Matadors of the Month, Bears of the Month 21 School Site Council Meeting – 2:45 p.m. 11 HOLIDAY – Veteranʼs Day – NO SCHOOL 23 After School Academies End

18 School Site Counsel Meeting-2:45 p.m., Room 57 th Grade Parent Orientation Mtg.-7:00 p.m.

4/27 – 5/7 CST TESTING WEEK –DAILY ATTENDANCE IMPORTANT!

19 8th Grade Perfect Attendance BINGO Party 20 7th Grade Perfect Attendance BINGO Party MAY25-27 HOLIDAY – Thanksgiving – NO SCHOOL 5 PTSA Meeting, 4 p.m., Room 5

30 SHORTENED DAY SCHEDULE, 12:28 Dismissal 13 Progress reports mailed30 Canned Food Drive Begins 21 CST Testing Reward BBQ

DECEMBER 25 Matadors of the Month, Bears of the Month2 Winter Concert Assembly-6:00 p.m. 27 8th Grade Perfect Attendance BINGO Party

3 Progress Reports mailed 28 7th Grade Perfect Attendance BINGO Party 8 Matadors of the Month, Bears of the Month 31 Memorial Day-HOLIDAY-NO SCHOOL

9 Rowland Winter Concert-7:00 p.m. JUNE10 PTSA Holiday Party-4:00 p.m 2 8th Grade Honors Night-6:00 p.m.10 Winter Dance – 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. 2 Park Projects10 Canned Food Drive Ends 3 Toy Fair

3 PTSA Meeting – 4:00 p.m., Room 5WINTER BREAK – NO SCHOOL 12/14/09– 1/4/10

9 7 th/ 8th Grade Recognition Assemblies

9 8th Grade Dance – 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. 10 Talent Show

JANUARY - 2010 10 2nd Semester Grades Mailed10 LAST DAY OF SCHOOL – 12:20 Dismissal

12 Matadors of the Month, Bears of the Month13 PTSA Meeting – 4:00 p.m., Room 5 15 First Day Summer School18 HOLIDAY – Martin Luther King, Jr. Day – NO SCHOOL

21 1st Semester Ends21 7th– 12:th– Planning Day – NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS27 School Site Council Meeting – 2:45 p.m., Room 5

28 1st Semester Grades Mailed

“Matadors Motivated by the Spirit of Excellence”

Alvarado Mission StatementWe, the Alvarado students, staff, and community, are dedicated to a program of academic excellence. A staff of professional, caring educators provides the opportunity for all students to realize their full potential as well-rounded, capable, and productive members of society. Thoughtful classrooms and student-centered instruction place an emphasis on the cultivation of High self-esteem and self-discipline.

F O R E W O R D

Welcome to Alvarado Intermediate School! It is our commitment to our students and their parents that we will serve the very wide range of interests and ambitions among our students to the maximum advantage of each, and to assist each student by providing significant and rewarding educational opportunities.

This handbook has been prepared for the students and parents of students attending Alvarado Intermediate School. Its objective is to give you a ready reference regarding every aspect of information you may wish to know about our school. Success in any endeavor is based upon access to the data that is available. Use of the handbook will put each student and parent in touch with the services provided by Alvarado.

We are known as the Matadors. The school’s colors are blue and gold. Our motto is “Matadors Motivated by the Spirit of Excellence”. We know you will be proud of being an Alvarado Matador. We also know you will show your pride by respecting the school, and obeying its rules. With your help, we can continue to have a nationally recognized “ school of excellence”.

From time to time, students may have questions or problems that they need help in solving. We encourage them to speak to their teachers or to come to the Administration Office to see the counselor, the vice principal, principal, team leaders, campus aide, or a guidance assistant. Students not only come to the Administration Office for disciplinary reasons, but the Student Service Center because they have a need to express a concern.

We welcome parent phone calls to ask questions or make appointments to see specific personnel. Please remember that teachers are not able to come to the phone during the day, but will return your calls at their earliest convenience. Direct communication and collaboration is the quickest way to resolve problems. Therefore, should a problem or concern develop, it is imperative that parents communicate with the person(s) involved in order to reach mutual agreement in a timely fashion.

Ying Lee TsaoPrincipalWe wish our students

many happy and rewarding days at

Alvarado!

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PagesCalendar 2009 – 2010 School Year................................................................. Inside Front CoverAlvarado Mission Statement, Principalʼs Foreword........................................................................ iTable of Contents........................................................................................................................... iiStudents and Employees of the Year............................................................................................. 1Board of Education & Cabinet....................................................................................................... 1Mission and Vision Statements, Core Values................................................................................ 1Alvarado Intermediate School Staff......................................................................................... 2 – 3PTSA.............................................................................................................................................. 3Philosophy, Goals, and Objectives................................................................................................ 4Steps to Success........................................................................................................................... 4Positive School Environment......................................................................................................... 5Off to a Good Start!........................................................................................................................ 6Bell Schedule................................................................................................................................. 6Student Recognition................................................................................................................ 7 – 8Services and Programs................................................................................................................. 9Attendance Procedures....................................................................................................... 10 – 11Communication............................................................................................................................ 12Academic Standards.................................................................................................................... 13Extra Curricular Activities and Character Counts........................................................................ 14Did you know?..................................................................................................................... 15 – 17Physical Education.............................................................................................................. 18 – 19For Your Information............................................................................................................ 20 – 21Student Dress Code............................................................................................................ 22 – 23Campus Rules and Regulations.......................................................................................... 24 – 25State Law and District Policy............................................................................................... 26 – 30Index............................................................................................................................................ 31Homework Hotline............................................................................................ Inside Back CoverAlvarado Intermediate School Map.............................................................................. Back Cover

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Rowland Unified School DistrictBoard of Education

Gloria Burt Judy Nieh Heidi GallegosDr. Gilbert G. Garcia Robert F. Hidalgo

Board VisionThe Rowland Unified School District promotes, expects, and accepts nothing short of excellence.

We have a collective commitment to be the best school district in California.

Administrative CabinetDr. Maria G. Ott .......................................................................................Superintendent of SchoolsDr. Chris Ericson........................................................................ Assistant Superintendent of SchoolsDr. Robert Arias ..........................................Assistant Superintendent – Human Resources DivisionDr. Robert D. Wertz............................................. Assistant Superintendent – Administrative Services

Mission and Core ValuesAt Rowland Unified, we are driven by a Mission Statement created by staff, community, and students; and officially adopted by our Board of Education. This Mission Statement, and a set of equally important Core Values, set the vision for our work, and remind us of our most important purposes and goals. Each year, we focus activities in major goal areas which promote the educational mission of the District. We constantly seek new or improved ways to provide the best public school education possible for the youth of our community that support and reflect our Mission and Core Values.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Rowland Unified School District, the progressive international community united in learning, is to empower students so that each actualizes his or her unique potential and responsibly contributes to a global society,

through a system distinguished by rigorous academics, innovative use of technology, creative exploration, and nurturing learning experiences.

“EDUCATING EVERYONE TAKES EVERYONE”

Core Values INTEGRITY RESPECT EXCELLENCE

SAFETY STUDENT-CENTERED FOCUS RESPONSIBILITY WITH ACCOUNTABILITY

2008 - 2009

Alvarado Intermediate School - Students of the Year

Jean TanCarmela MislangAnnie Lee

Mohammed HamzaPhoebe ChuangJoseph TsungEddie TorralLily ZhangElaine BrownAndy LeeMichael

LeePhiline TranMichelle WangAmanda PhanEmployees of the YearKaren Wycoff - CertificatedCynthia Rivera - Classified

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ALVARADO INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL STAFFPrincipal...................................................................................................... Mrs. Ying Lee TsaoVice Principal…………………………………………………………………….TBAProgram Specialist............................................................................................... Mr. Brian HuffCounselors....................................................... Mrs. Rosanne Hoang and Mrs. Jeanette GodoyCampus Aide............................................................................................ Mrs. Caroline GarciaSchool Office Manager………………………………………………………..Mrs. Marilyn MillerSecretary.................................................................................................... Mrs. Norma HauserOffice Assistants....................................................................................... Mrs. Antonia Aguirre....................................................................................................................... Mrs. Sandy Kwok...................................................................................................................... Mrs. Debbie MangGuidance Assistant………………………………………………………Mrs. Christine GradillasLibrary Assistant........................................................................................... Mrs. Kathy GrossoSenior Custodian........................................................................................ Mr. Jose FernandezCustodians.................................................................................................. Mr. Calvin Freeman................................................................................................................... Mr. James Kingston

Team Leaders ...................... Mr. Brian Huff......................................... Mrs. Doreen Lucero.....Mr. Mike Mills

English........................... Mrs. Angie Bakken.......……………………………..Mrs. Young-Mee Chung........................................ Mrs. Susan CookMs. Ana Crowe.................................................. Mrs. Arlene SeagleMrs. Karen Wycoff

English LanguageDevelopment................Mrs. Young-Mee Chung.......Mr. Brian Huff.........Mrs. Karen Wycoff

Math................................ Ms. Patti Kramer.................................................... Mr. Michael MillsMs. Linda Park....................................................... Mrs. Tina PhungMr. Donald Price............................................. Mrs. Cheryl Tattersall

Science..........................Mrs. Judy Schmidt.......................................Mrs. Sushma KashyapMr. Mark Kochevar............................................... Mr. Victor MorenoMr. Richard Schmidt........................................... Ms. Jamie Stanton

Social Studies..............Mrs. Kelli Faris.............………………………Mr. Matthew GrellingMrs. Marcella Schreiber………………………… .Mrs. Debbie ToranMs. Claudia Villegas..................................... Mr. Mark Youngerman

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ALVARADO SCHOOL STAFF(Continued)

Art/Yearbook...................... ......................................................................................... Mr. Bill DuttonBand/Chorus................................................................................................... Mr. Steven KrumbineComputers............................................................................................................... Mrs. Linda DeliaEnglish Language Development Coordinator/Program Specialist ...................................Mr. Brian HuffTeen Living/Leadership..........................Mrs. Doreen LuceroRead 180 ……….................... ………………..Mrs. Linda Gilman........................Mr. Joseph MontanariPhysical Education........... .......................Mr. David Beal.................................. Mr. Lindsey Brewer

.......................Mr. Jason Flick...................................... Ms. Linda MuiseRSP....................................... .......................Ms. Mary Lugo...........................Mrs. Valerie MayancsikSDC...................................... .................................................................................... Ms. Linda MunozStudent Services Center . .......................……………………………………Mrs. Christine GradillasCampus Aide...................... .............................................................................. Mrs. Caroline Garcia

SUPPORT SERVICES INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANTSNurse................................ Mrs. Frieda Wong Mrs. Jeanne Ambriz..........Mrs. Connie DelgadoHealth Clerk...............Mrs. Susan Ormonde Mrs. Janet Leung………… Mr. Reginald YoungSpeech.................................. Mr.Otis Enoch Mrs. Sheri SloanPsychologist ..................................... TBA Ms. Amy YipAdaptive P. E. ………………TBA Mrs. Rosemarie Rodriguez

P T S AAlvarado has a Parent-Teacher-Student-Association which has a record of hard-working volunteers who have helped to support such activities as Honors Night, Citizenship and Service Awards, the 8th Grade Recognition Assembly, and a host of other school events.

Our PTSA is a working unit that has five (5) unit meetings a year, plus additional meetings on an as-needed basis. Alvarado PTSA is made up of parent volunteers, teachers, administrators, and students in a service capacity. Their working together is still the most effective method of providing enriched opportunities and quality education for our youngsters.

Take the opportunity to become involved and it will mean more to your child while he/she is a student at our school. Membership is open to any adult in the community.

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PHILOSOPHY, GOALS, AND OBJECTIVESThe education program shall help students: acquire the greatest possible understanding of themselves; acquire an appreciation of their worthiness; an understanding of ethnic groups different from their own; to develop a mastery of the basic skills; to develop a positive attitude toward school; to develop responsible citizenship; to develop good health habits for the maintenance of physical and emotional well-being; to provide opportunity and encouragement to be creative; to understand opportunities open for a productive life; to understand and appreciate human achievement in the sciences and arts; and to prepare for a world of rapid change and unforeseeable demands.STATEMENT OF SCHOOL GOALS AND OBJECTIVES:1. Develop and encourage self-worth in each individual.2. Develop and encourage self-discipline, self-respect, and responsibility towards acceptable

standards of behavior.3. Place a high emphasis on teaching of basic skills so that students are more effective with

their use of communication and computational skills.4. Provide opportunities for students to reach their full potential for academic achievement.5. Provide programs that allow students to work at their highest potential.6. Develop better communication and personal understanding between students and teachers.7. Provide consistent student discipline policy that is reinforced at the administrative level.8. Provide ample opportunities for on-going parent-teacher communication.9. Provide meaningful counseling and guidance services to all students.10. Provide an educational environment that is conducive to learning.11. Provide a career exploration program for all students.12. Provide an opportunity for students to participate in a balanced program of academic and

exploratory experience.

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Alvarado’sSTEPS TO SUCCESS

BE CONFIDENT BE RESPONSIBLE BE HERE BE ON TIME BE FRIENDLY BE POLITE BE PREPARED

BE A LISTENER BE A DOER BE A TOUGH WORKER BE A RISK TAKER BE A GOAL SETTER BE HEALTHY BE PATIENT

POSITIVE SCHOOL ENVIRONMENTAlvarado Intermediate School is committed to providing a balanced curriculum that promotes studentsʼ intellectual, emotional, and physical growth in a safe and orderly environment that maximizes the potential of each student.PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS OF STUDENTS AND STAFF We value and celebrate the strength which our diversity brings. We align our curriculum to the stateʼs standards and frameworks to provide equal access for all. We coordinate with state and community agencies to provide assistance and information to the

members of our community. We make referrals to community health agencies to help prevent drug and alcohol abuse. We actively seek new ways to promote student success.THE SCHOOLʼS PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT We participate in anti-truancy and anti-vandalism programs with law enforcement and

community agencies. Our campus peace officers patrol the perimeter of the campus and the school grounds daily. We have a closed campus. School grounds are secured with signs indicating penalties for

trespassing. All visitors are required to check-in at the office. We conduct regular safety and vandalism checks. Lighting is appropriate; classrooms are clean and maintained.THE SCHOOLʼS SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT Our administrative staff values the suggestions and concerns of students, staff, parents, and

community members. We model respect for everyone and responsiveness to community needs. Our administrative staff is visible on campus, and their doors are always open to the community. We clearly define our expectations of students, staff, and parents in the Parent-Student

Handbook and Code of Conduct. We cooperate closely with all law enforcement agencies and community agencies. The “Operation Safe Community” resource book is available to all, as are referrals to community

agencies. Our campus is available to community groups and community athletic events.

PROMOTING A HEALTHY EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT Our staff and students communicate with others regarding mutual concerns. Academic expectations, academic calendars, and report card dates are identifi ed in the Parent-

Student Handbook. Discipline procedures are clearly identified and consistently enforced.As a parent or community member, you can help maintain a safe and positive learning environment on our campus, as well as in the community. Information can be made anonymously. Telephone hotline numbers are provided below for your use:

Gang Hotline (909) 595-2264 extension 3065Graffiti (800) 675-4357We Tip (800) 782-7463

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OFF TO A GOOD START!M a k I n g It W o r k F o r S t u d e n t s

Everybodyʼs happy when students are successful. Success is achieved by being organized and prepared; therefore, Alvaradoʼs staff is requiring each student to bring the following materials to school every day. Parents who are unable to purchase the required items should call the school counselor for assistance.

BELL SCHEDULETime Block M W Th F Tuesday Shortened Day7:48 – 8:43 A C D E B 8:18 – 9:08 7:48 – 8:238:46 – 9:41 B D E F C 9:11 – 10:01 8:26 – 9:019:44 – 9:54 7th – Nutrition

8th Homeroom 10:04 – 10:14 9:04 – 9:14

9:56 – 10:06 7th Homeroom8th Nutrition 10:16 – 10:26 9:16 – 9:26

10:09 – 11:04 C E F A D 10:29 – 11:19 9:29 – 10:0411:07 – 12:02 D F A B E 11:22 – 12:12 10:07 – 10:4212:02 – 12:32 FIRST LUNCH 12:12 – 12:42 10:42 – 11:1212:35 – 1:30 E A B C F 12:45 – 1:35 11:15 – 11:5012:05 – 1:00 E A B C F 12:15 – 1:05 10:45 – 11:201:00 – 1:30 SECOND LUNCH 1:05 – 1:35 11:20 – 11:501:33 – 2:28 F B C D A 1:38 – 2:28 11:53 – 12:28

Alvarado has a rotating schedule. On Monday, the schedule starts with period A and continues through period F. Each day, the classes move up one time slot with the fi rst class moving to the last time slot. On a Shortened Day, school is dismissed at 12:28 p.m.

School Supply List3-ring binderPens: black, blue, redPencils (no mechanical)Colored pencilsHighlighterCalculatorPlastic pouchCollege-ruled paperSet of dividersDictionary, Language Dictionary(home language/English)Student Planner

For HomeScissorsColored pencilsGlue stickRulerStapler

Each student will need to purchase a student planner which serves as an organizer for class assignments, calendars, and special schedules. Parents are encouraged to check the planner to ensure that the student is completing his/her assignments, and also has enough paper and other supplies.

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For Specific ClassesScience: 1.5” 3-ring, hard-sided binder

1/4” graph paper, Colored pencils, Centimeter ruler

Math: Protractor, ruler, compass, 1/4" graph paper

English: Spiral-bound notebook for journal, 3”x5” cards

Advanced Band: Alvarado Band sweatshirt, polo shirt, marching shoes, gloves

P. E.: P. E. clothes, master lockAdvanced Art: 1 new 2-hour VHS video tape

STUDENT RECOGNITION

There are many ways students receive special recognition. Some of the most valued awards are as follows:A. HONOR ROLLEach semester students earn the right to be recognized for their academic success. Students who are eligible for Honor Roll recognition based on report card grades must fall in one of the categories below:

Principalʼs Honor Roll : Students must have at least 21 points (3.5 GPA). No Dʼs or Fʼs on the report card.

(Students having a GPA of 3.5 or above, but whoReceive a D grade are placed on the “Honor Roll”.)

All Incomplete grades must be made up. No Uʼs for citizenship.

Honor Roll: Students must have at least 18 points (3.0 GPA) No Fʼs on the report card. All Incomplete grades must be made up. No Uʼs for citizenship.

B. 8 TH GRADE HONORS The PTSA sponsors an evening program near the end of the school year to honor 8th grade students who have been on the Principalʼs Honor Roll, or the Honor Roll for the fi rst semester of the year. Eighth grade students who have been on either honor roll for three (3) semesters receive a special award. Students who qualify for the Presidentʼs Award for Academic Achievement or Academic Excellence and 4.0 G.P.A. also receive special recognition.C. KIWANIS AWARDSKiwanis Awards are given at the 8 th Grade “Recognition Assembly” to one eighth grade student in each of the categories of Leadership and Service. The awards are determined by teacher nomination and selection for outstanding achievement in these areas.D. MATADORS OF THE MONTHEvery month, each teacher selects a student, who exemplifi es the Character Counts behavioral traits, to receive recognition as their “Matador of the Month”. The selected student is awarded a certificate and special reward prizes.E. STUDENTʼS “BEARS” OF THE MONTHEvery month, teams of teachers nominate and select both a 7 th and 8th grade student for recognition as Student “Bear” of the Month. These prestigious awards are granted on the basis of scholarship, service, leadership, and citizenship.

STUDENT RECOGNITION(Continued)

F. OUTSTANDING STUDENT

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G. P. A.What is your child’s Grade Point Average?

A = 4 pointsB = 3 pointsC = 2 pointsD = 1 point

Add up the points for each class grade on a report card; divide that amount by the total number of grades, and you will get your child’s G.P.A. Example: Report Card has 2 A’s, 3-B’s, and 1-C = (4x2) + (3x3) + (2x1) = 8 + 9 +2 =1919 divided by 6 grades =3.17 GPA

Two (2) 8th grade students are selected by the staff of each 8 th grade CORE team, from among the past Students of the Month, as the most Outstanding Students for the Year. These prestigious awards are granted n the basis of scholarship, service, leadership, and citizenship.

G. PERFECT ATTENDANCE + NO TARDIES = BINGO! Three (3) times a year, during a specified period of time, students who have perfect attendance and no morning tardies qualify for our Perfect Attendance Bingo Games. Supported by the PTSA, students receive a certificate and prizes for their efforts.

H. PERFECT ATTENDANCEStudents who have perfect attendance for two (2) years at Alvarado receive recognition for this significant accomplishment at the year-end. To have Perfect Attendance, a student may not be absent except for verified religious holidays.

I. PTSA SERVICE AND CITIZENSHIP AWARDSAt the Founderʼs Day celebration in February, our PTSA recognizes students selected by teachers for service and citizenship awards. Service awards are given to students who have contributed exceptional service to the school and/or the individual classroom. Citizenship awards are presented to students who have exhibited excellent citizenship in the classroom.

J. SUBJECT AREA AWARDSDuring the 8th Grade “Recognition Assembly”, selected students from each department receive recognition for outstanding achievement.

ASSOCIATED STUDENT BODY (ASB)Students should be involved in the operation of the school which they attend. Student government is very active in establishing and promoting student activities, and fund raising. Duly elected officers, chosen by their fellow students, lead the Associated Student Body. The President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Commissioners are 8 th graders elected before the end of their 7th grade year. Members-at-Large are 7 th graders elected in the beginning of their 7 th grade year. As leaders of the school, members of the ASB must maintain at least a 2.0 G.P.A. (refer to page 19 for eligibility requirements), and behave in a manner that upholds Alvaradoʼs high standards of excellence and integrity.

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SERVICES AND PROGRAMSCOUNSELING SERVICES

Counseling service is available to all students. Our school counselors are available to help students with: academic guidance, personal and social counseling, minor behavior and discipline problems, attendance guidance, communication with parents and teachers, and to assist students in making a smooth and successful transition from the elementary school into the 7 th grade and to the high school.

Our school counselors and the guidance assistants will be happy to assist students with any problem. Students may make arrangements to see the counselor by fi lling out an appointment slip at the Student Window in Room 5. Parents are invited to contact their studentʼs counselor when they have questions or concerns related to their childʼs education and/or social development and adjustment.

ENGLISH LEARNERS PROGRAMEnglish Learner students constitute approximately 25% of the student enrollment, and come from many different countries. The California English Language Development Test (CELDT) is used to assess English language acquisition. Students scoring at Levels 1, 2, and 3 participate in a self-contained beginning English class with specialized services in math, social studies, and science. Students who achieve levels 4 and 5 are considered, “Transitional”, and participate in core classrooms where authorized teachers present curriculum, using Specially Designed Academic Instruction (SDAIE). All English Learner students are mainstreamed for PE and other electives. Student progress is monitored regularly.

GIFTED AND TALENTED EDUCATION (GATE)Because GATE students are heterogeneously grouped at Alvarado, all teachers are trained as GATE teachers. Consequently, GATE students receive differentiated curriculum and instruction throughout the school day. Students participate in a program of challenging activities, explorations, and projects, and many are enrolled in the schoolʼs advanced study courses: high-school level algebra, geometry, earth science, and Spanish I. The Alvarado emphasis on active learning provides experiences that extend beyond the scope of the curriculum, and stress unusual depth and complexity within the regular classroom. Cooperative/collaborative learning opportunities allow students to exercise leadership; moreover, GATE students are often clustered together for class assignments in order to challenge each other.

Elective courses such as Advanced Art, Advanced Band, Advanced Computers, Spanish, Show Choir, and Yearbook provide excellent opportunities to work in depth in a particular area. Extra and co-curricular activities such as academic competitions, community service projects, Drill Team, Drum Line, and leadership opportunities such as Student Council also give students the opportunity to demonstrate and be recognized for special skills, talents, knowledge, and effort.

RESOURCE SPECIALIST PROGRAM (RSP)The purpose of the RSP is to provide instructional support and supplementary remedial instruction for those students identified as needing special education. These students must be enrolled in the regular education program for at least 50% of their school day. It is the intent of the program for qualifying students to receive basic academic instruction in the regular classroom. It is the resource specialistʼs role to monitor student progress, communicate regularly with teachers, and provide instructional assistance as needed for each student.

SPECIAL DAY CLASS (SDC)The purpose of the SDC program is to provide remedial instruction for special education students who are placed in the regular education program for less than 50% of the school day. These students have identifi ed learning disabilities which require specialized instruction in a self-contained classroom. A systematic instructional program is then developed based on each studentʼs individual needs. The student is further provided with the skills needed to interact in a positive manner outside of the classroom environment. In the SDC program, both social and academic learning is of prime importance.

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ATTENDANCE PROCEDURESABSENCES

When a student is absent, parents should call the school as early as possible and relate the cause of the absence to the attendance clerk.A. DAILY ATTENDANCE is essential in order for students to maximize their proficiencies in all

areas. A 7th or 8th grader with poor attendance may find it impossible to meet the minimum academic standards, and thus be retained. There is a direct correlation between attendance and achievement. Students are expected to make-up work missed because of absence.

B. ABSENCE VERIFICATIONS: If a valid parent call is received, the student does not have to bring a note to clear the absence. The school will make every effort to call as many parents of absent students as possible. However, if parents do not call the school, or are not contacted by the attendance office, an excuse, written by the parent or guardian, must be presented to the attendance office on the day the student returns to school following an absence. Students will have forty-eight (48) hours from the time they return to clear an absence. Absences that are not verified within that time will be listed as truancies, and after-school detention will be assigned. Excuses must be dated, state the exact reason, and be signed by the parent or guardian.

C. EXCUSED OR UNEXCUSED ABSENCES: Excused absences are, by state law, only issued for students who are absent because of illness, a doctor or dental appointment, or death in the immediate family. All other absences are considered unexcused.

D. TRUANCY (R 5-5113.1) – State law requires all students to be in school daily unless out with a valid excuse. An attendance supervisor or designee, peace officer, or school administrator or designee, may arrest or assume temporary custody, during school hours, of any minor student found away from his/her home, who is absent from school without a valid excuse. Any person so arresting or assuming temporary custody shall deliver the student to the school and make reports in accordance with Education Code, §§ 48265 and 48266. Upon receiving a complaint from any person that a parent/guardian has violated the state compulsory education laws contained in Education Code, §§ 48200 – 48341, the Governing Board or attendance supervisor shall make a full and impartial investigation of all charges. If it appears upon investigation that the parent/guardian has violated these laws, the Superintendent or designee shall refer such parent/guardian to the School Attendance Review Board (SARB).The following steps shall be implemented based on the number of truancies committed by the student:

1. Students shall be classified as truant if absent from school without a valid excuse three (3) full days in one (1) school year, or tardy or absent for more than any 30-minute period during the school day without a valid excuse on three (3) occasions in one (1) school year, or any combination thereof. Such students shall be reported to the Superintendent or designee.2. The parent/guardian of a student classified as truant shall be notified of the following:

a. The student is truant.b. The parent/guardian is obligated to compel the student to attend school.c. The parent/guardian who fails to meet this obligation may be guilty of an infraction of the law, and subject to prosecution pursuant to Education Code, §§48290 – 48296.

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ATTENDANCE PROCEDURES(Continued)

E. REQUEST FOR HOMEWORK, HOME TEACHERS, AND INDEPENDENT STUDY

1. When it is anticipated that students will be absent four (4) or more days, because of illness, they may call the school and request homework. Homework will be collected from academic teachers, and the work may be picked up after 2:45 p.m. on the day following the request.

2. When it is anticipated that a student will be absent for more than fi ve (5) days, and up to a maximum of three (3) weeks, or fifteen (15) school days, an Independent Study Contract may be requested. Such an assignment represents a minimum academic program, and requires the signed mutual consent and agreement of the school, the parents, and the student. Please give the school office at least five (5) days notice should you desire to explore this continued learning opportunity for your child.

3. Should an illness require students to be out for an extended period of time, – three (3) weeks or more – parents should contact the school and arrange for a home teacher.

ATTENDANCE STANDARDSAttend school regularly and punctually. Remain on school grounds for the duration of the school day. Excessive excused and unexcused absences, tardies, and habitual insubordinate or disorderly conduct at school will result in parents being required to attend a School Attendance Review Team (SART) meeting, and then, if necessary, it will be reported to the School Attendance Review Board (SARB).

CONSEQUENCESA. Continued Absences –

1. Letter sent to parents notifying them of the number of absences, and expressing our concern with such an attendance pattern.

2. Letter sent to the parents requesting a conference, and possible exclusion from dances, assemblies, or promotion-related activities.

3. Letter sent to the parents indicating administrative intervention which may include referral to the School Attendance Review Board, District Attorney, or Probation.

B. A studentʼs privileges may be reinstated upon review when signifi cant improvement is shown.C. Excessive tardiness is considered a serious attendance problem, and will be reviewed regularly.D. Days of truancy will be added to the number of days absent, and will be handled by the counselor.

TARDINESSON TIME means . . . being in class BEFORE the bell rings!Tardiness to class interferes with satisfactory class procedures as well as with individual progress, and must be avoided. Students who have unexcused tardies will be required to serve detention. The only legal, excused tardies are for illness, or for a doctor or dental appointment. Parents will be notifi ed of a studentʼs tardiness and/or need to serve after school, offi ce detention.

The consequences for unexcused tardies at each semester are as follows:1st tardy – warning.2nd tardy – 1/2-hour office detention3rd tardy – 1-hour office detention4th tardy – 1-hour office detention5th tardy – Student is referred to the counselor who takes further action.

Student counseling continues, detention is assigned, and referral to SARB (School Attendance Review Board) may occur.

Additional tardies – Will result in an on-campus suspension.

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COMMUNICATIONREPORT CARDS and PROGRESS REPORTS

Alvarado is on a semester grading system, although Progress Report grades are issued every nine (9) weeks (quarterly). Parents should note the “Comment” codes, especially with regard to the “Parent Conference Requested” code. Midway through each quarter, a comment only analysis (no specific grade) of progress will be sent home for students who are failing, or in danger of failing.

TELEPARENT SYSTEMAlvarado Intermediate School has purchased a home/school communication telephone system to aid teachers in keeping parents better informed as to their childʼs academic and behavioral performance at school. Daily, teachers may have the teleparent system call parents electronically with one (1) of fourteen (14) messages. These messages include information about a studentʼs grade, attitude in class, missing homework, lack of effort, or positive messages about a studentʼs school performance. The Teleparent System continues to be a positive tool to assist in improving studentsʼ academic achievements and behavior at Alvarado.

SCHEDULE CHANGESEvery effort is made to avoid making changes to a studentʼs class schedule; however, it may become necessary to balance classes to better meet the needs of students. After receiving their schedule, a student may request a schedule change by reporting to Room 5 as follows:

Fall: The first week of school – 7:15 – 8:15 a.m. or2:30 – 3:30 p.m.

2nd Semester: Monday – 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.Tuesday – 7:30 – 8:15 a.m.

STUDENT COURSE SELECTIONRequired Classes: 1. English 3. Science 5. Physical Education

2. Math 4. Social Studies

Exploratory Classes: The sixth class will be an Applied/Practical Arts Course [Computer, Art, Family & Consumer Sciences – Foods}randomly scheduled by the computer, unless students select one (1) of the following:

Elective Classes: Art Radio DramaBeginning Band Spanish I (8th grade only)Intermediate Band Student Assistant (8th grade only)Advanced Band Teen Living/ClothingChorus Yearbook/JournalismComputers

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ACADEMIC STANDARDSThe Rowland Unified School District and the Alvarado staff believe that students must be held accountable for appropriate conduct and for learning the basic skills necessary for successful completion of their course work.Each of the major content areas – English/language arts, Mathematics, science and social studies – have California State Academic Content Standards established. Standards will be available upon request in the front office. All parents and students will want to familiarize themselves with these standards.Students will be assessed regularly for proficiency. In addition to state-mandated standardized testing, students are assessed in English, social studies, science, and mathematics to determine their levels of proficiency. In both cases, individual student results are reported to students and their parents.

I. GENERAL INFORMATIONA. At the beginning of the year, the school and its teachers will communicate to parents and students a description of their course, and the basic skills to be learned in order to receive a passing grade.B. Students will be expected to meet a minimum degree of proficiency in all classes, as determined by each subject area department, as well as his/her teachers.C. Student academic performance is evaluated with a variety of measures including State standardized tests, as well as locally developed tests. Combined with teacher grades, these two sets of test data form what is called, “Multiple Measures”. They help to determine a studentʼs proficiency in learning the required content/skills for his/her grade level. Students are expected to have a passing grade of a “D” or higher in each course of study. Struggling students will be required to attend after school “academic assistance”, as well as summer school sessions. Additional services for selected students will be implemented to assist them in their learning efforts. Other students who wish, may attend the after school assistance program.

II. RETENTIONThe following criteria will be used to determine the retention of a student in the same grade level:A. Achievement level (multiple measures).B. Intellectual development.C. Social development.D. Psychomotor development.E. Motivation.F. Language dominance (NES/LES)G. Medical/health needs.H. Attitudes toward retention – childʼs, parentʼs, siblingʼs.I. Attendance.J. Chronological age – prognosis for success.

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EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIESELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

State legislation mandates that school districts adopt requirements for student participation in extra-curricular activities. Students in grades 7 – 12 must maintain a “C” average (2.0 GPA) in order to participate. At the intermediate level, students involved with band, drill team, chorus, ASB, and after school activities are affected.

Report card grades issued at the end of the last reporting period will be used to determine eligibility for the following quarter. Students whose grade point average is below 2.0 will be put on academic probation for one quarter. These students will be notifi ed that if their grade point average is below 2.0 for the second quarter, they will be ineligible to participate in the extra-curricular activities listed for the following quarter. Ineligible students may continue to take the class; however, they may not participate in extra-curricular activities such as parades, concerts, games, etc., until their grade point average reaches 2.0. Eligibility is determined the day grades are posted in the school computer.

For 8th graders, eligibility for 9th grade sports and activities is determined by the grades received on the 8th grade report card issued in June. In high school, the same eligibility requirements apply, except that there is no probation period. Students and their parents will be notifi ed when they become ineligible for participation in activities and sports.

CHARACTER COUNTS HOMEROOM GUIDANCE PROGRAM

Character Counts is a k-12 Character Education program with cross-curricular applications in Social Studies, Language Arts, History, and Civics. Daily students will discuss one of the six pillars of character: respect, responsibility, caring, fairness, trustworthiness, and citizenship. DVD episodes are also featured that discuss the six pillars of character.

An Alvarado Matador of Character…• Is a good person and someone to look up to and admire.• Knows the difference between right and wrong and always tries to do what is right.• Sets a good example for everyone.• Demonstrates 6 character traits – respect, responsibility, caring, fairness, Trustworthiness, and citizenship.• Makes the world a better place.

Students who exemplify the Character Counts behavioral traits are recommended by their teachers as a Matador of the Month. Matadors of the Month are recognized at a special before school assembly where they are awarded a certificate of achievement and various other prizes. Students are also given a Character Counts card in homeroom class each semester. The card contains 8 stars, four stars for each quarter. When a student is “caught” demonstrating one of the Character Counts traits, their teacher will stamp a star on their card. At the end of each quarter there is a raffle prize drawing. Students receive a raffle ticket for each star they have stamped. At the raffle 20 names will be drawn each quarter for special prizes.

“Character is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching!”

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DID YOU KNOW . . .?BICYCLES

Bicycles are to be kept in the school bicycle compound during the day. Students are not to ride their bikes in the bike yard. Bicycles are to be locked individually (locks provided by each student), and are not to be locked with another bicycle. Students and parents must assume total responsibility for lost or stolen bicycles. Students must walk their bicycles while on campus. If they are found riding their bikes on campus, disciplinary action will be taken. Students must wear a helmet when riding bicycles to and from school.

CELL PHONESCell phones are allowed at school, but not encouraged. The Rowland Unified School District

is not responsible for lost, stolen, damaged, or misused cell phones. Students who bring cell phones to school do so at their own risk. Alvaradoʼs cell phone policy states that cell phones must remain off, and put away out of sight, during the school day. They cannot be

used or turned on while on the Alvarado Intermediate School campus. Once a student has left the school campus, they may turn on and use their cell phones. Students who violate the cell phone policy will lose the privilege of having a cell phone at school.

BUS SERVICEStudents may purchase bus passes from the Transportation Department by calling (626) 965-5719. It is absolutely imperative that students adhere to bus riding rules and the directions of the bus driver.

CHANGE OF ADDRESS OR TELEPHONE NUMBERIt is the studentʼs responsibility, together with parents, to notify the school of any changes in address or telephone number.

DANCESDances are a part of the co-curricular program at Alvarado. Students attending dances are required to remain at the dance through its duration: 2:45 – 4:15 p.m. for afternoon dances; and 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. for night dances. Students are considered eligible to attend dances if they have limited discipline issues, a 2.0 grade point

average from their most recent report card, and punctual attendance. Parent permission slips and admission tickets are required.

SPECIAL DRESS for PICTURE DAY, the WINTER DANCE, and 8TH GRADE JUNE DANCEThe “Required Standardized Dress Code” is expanded for these activities only as follows:

Collared shirts: striped, plaid, or prints will be allowed. Dresses, skorts, skirts, jumpers: prints will be allowed.

All other conditions of our dress code must be followed, especially those relating to:

Short/skirt length: same as usual – to the bottom of fingers when standing. Spaghetti straps, tank-top styles, backless outfi ts, bare midriffs, and backless

shoes are NOT permitted.

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DID YOU KNOW. . .?(Continued)

FOOD SERVICESA Grab “N Go breakfast is available fifteen (15) minutes before school starts. Cafeteria

and box lunch services are provided for students who wish to buy their lunch at school. Snacks are also available for purchase during the nutrition break.

Courteous and orderly conduct in the cafeteria and snack lines is expected at all times.

Breakfast is $1.25 Lunch is $1.85

GIFTS AT SCHOOLSince it creates a disruption when parents and/or students bring fl owers, balloons, and stuffed toys to school as gifts for others, we request that you restrict these social activities to off-campus times. Gifts inadvertently brought to school will be held in the office until the end of the day.

HEALTH SERVICESIf a student becomes ill, or is injured, the student should notify a teacher or aide who

will direct the student to the office with a pass. A school nurse is available for an emergency within minutes if need be. Minor accidents are taken care of on a daily basis by the health clerk. Medication (both prescription and over-the-

counter) must be brought to the nurseʼs office accompanied by a mediation form completed by a physician. Students are permitted to self-carry and administer medication only with written physician and parent permission. Aspirin will not be provided by the school. Students must not leave school if they are ill, without proper authorization.

LIBRARYIn addition to using the library during instructional periods, students are encouraged to use the library before school, after school, or during their break time. The library will be open tentatively from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

LOST AND FOUNDStudents must assume sole responsibility for loss or damage to any personal property left in a classroom or on campus. The school will endeavor to protect all personal properties, but is not responsible for lost or stolen articles. Found articles (books, clothing, etc.) should be taken to the lost and found cart. Small items such as keys and jewelry should be brought to the office. Many times articles are turned in, but the owners are never located. Check the cart and office from time-to-time for missing property. Students should write their names on all books and put

identification marks on personal belongings. Large sums of money and articles of real or sentimental value should not be brought to school. When items of value must be brought to school, they should be taken to the office for safekeeping until they are needed.

LUNCH PASSESStudents are allowed to go home for lunch if they possess a valid lunch pass, or with written parent permission. Permits are issued with the understanding that the parent will be home when the student arrives for lunch. Students are expected to return on time for their afternoon classes.

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DID YOU KNOW. . .?(Continued)

MOVING/ TRANSFERS A student transferring to another school must bring a note from the parent or guardian giving the last day of attendance at Alvarado, the new address, and if possible, the name of the new school of attendance. This note should be brought to the office on or before the last day the student will be attending Alvarado. Before the school day begins, the student will be given a transfer slip. All textbooks and library books will be returned to their teacher, and all outstanding fees must be paid.

TELEPHONE The office telephone is for school business, and may be used by students only in case of

emergency and with the permission of the office staff.Telephone messages for students are discouraged as they are disruptive to the educational program, and will be forwarded only in cases of extreme emergency.

DROPPING ITEMS OFF FOR STUDENTSAny items brought to school for delivery to students (i.e. PE clothes, lunches, class assignments etc) will be placed at the Student Window in Room 5. Students will not be called out of class to pick up these items. Students must come to the window on their own time (i.e. lunch, nutrition etc.)

TRAFFIC SUGGESTIONSFor safety reasons, the front driveway of the school is coned for vehicular traffi c in the

morning, and blocked at the end of the school day. Upon arriving to school, we suggest dropping-off your child along the west curb of Desire Avenue, or in the schoolʼs south parking lot. When dropping-off or picking-up students along the curb, we ask that you pull as far forward as possible. If you need to return north on Desire Avenue, you may do so by using the

front circular driveway during the morning, or by using the south parking lot in the afternoon. “Y” or “U” turns are not permitted on Desire Avenue. You may also fi nd it advantageous to exit the south parking lot using the gate leading to Honore Street.In negotiating the afternoon traffic, you should plan on parking on streets adjacent to the school. Your child can then walk to meet you at your standard pick-up location. Those streets are: Jellick Avenue, Paso Real Avenue, Villa Clara, Los Padres Drive, and Sierra Leone Avenue.

WARNING: All posted traffic signs will be enforced by the appropriate law enforcement agency. For the safety of all, please drive accordingly.

YEARBOOKAlvaradoʼs Yearbook is a bound book that contains pictures of all of the students, faculty, and events happening on the campus every year. They are distributed on the last day of school. Purchasing a Yearbook is optional; however, having a Yearbook is a good way to remember friends, teachers, and school-wide events. The Yearbook is sold during pre-registration days, and at various other times during the school year. Be sure to purchase a Yearbook before they sell out!

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PHYSICAL EDUCATIONCLOTHING AND RELATED INFORMATION

UNIFORM/LOCK:Two (2) uniform options will be available to students:

1. A uniform specially designed for Alvarado students made form high-quality material. The shirt and shorts will have the schoolʼs P. E. logo with a place to print the studentʼs first and last names. This uniform will be sold by the ASB during pre-registration as a service to our students and their parents.

2. Another uniform option is a gray t-shirt and navy blue gym shorts. Gym shorts have an elastic waistband, and are made specially for athletic and exercise activities. Walking shorts, Bermuda shorts, cut-offs, Leviʼs, etc. will not be allowed. Alvarado logo only – NO OTHER LOGOS ALLOWED.

No other clothing except “sweats” may be worn with the offi cial uniform. All students are expected to have appropriate clothing as well as a good combination lock to secure their belongings. We recommend that you purchase a Master Lock at pre-registration.

A studentʼs first and last names must be printed on the shirt and shorts. No other writing or personal markings will be allowed. A permanent market or laundry pen can be used to mark clothing.

Each student will have their own locker and should not share with their friends, nor should they give their lock combination to anyone. Each student is responsible for his/her own items and must secure them carefully.

SHOES AND SOCKS:Any type of athletic, gym, court, or running shoe may be worn (no soccer/football cleats).

No slip-on or non-lace type of shoe will be allowed due to the obvious safety factor when running, jumping, or kicking a ball. A high-top shoe is highly recommended at this

age level because of the additional foot and ankle support provided.

White socks must be worn in physical education classes. Heavyweight, white, cotton, athletic socks are recommended. However, booties or low-cut socks may be worn. The socks may have colored bands around them.

Gym shoes and socks used in the physical education classes should not be worn as regular school attire. It is recommended that students have a separate pair of shoes and socks that are worn for P. E. Much of the activity takes place on the grass fields, and in the mornings, the fields are almost always wet and muddy from the previous nightʼs watering. Shoes and socks should be kept in the P. E. locker to thoroughly dry-out before being worn again.

UNDERWEAR:No boxer shorts or “underwear showing” type or shorts will be allowed. All students must be adequately covered to avoid embarrassing themselves or others.

COLD DAY ATTIRE:A sweat shirt or sweat suit may be worn when the weather is cold. The physical education teachers will notify students when “sweats” are permissible.

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PROTECTIVE SUN CLOTHING:Section 35183.5 has been added to the Education Code stating that each school site shall allow, for outdoor use during the school day, articles of sun-protective clothing; including, but not limited to, hats. Alvarado has adopted the following policy regarding hats worn on campus:

1. Students may purchase an Alvarado hat for $5.00. If a parent cannot afford to buy a hat, parents may call the office so arrangements can be made.2. No other hats will be allowed.3. Hats can only be worn outside of the classroom.4. The bill of the hat must face forward.5. Students are also allowed to wear a long-sleeved gray or white t-shirt, and use sunscreen in P. E. for further sun protection.

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT:Certain articles may be purchased to aid or protect the student during physical education:

1. An elastic strap attached to eyeglasses to prevent them from falling off.2. Knee pads to be used for any sport – football, volleyball, basketball, soccer (shin guards).

LAUNDERING OF CLOTHES/UNIFORMS :Anytime a uniform part becomes soiled, it should be taken home to be laundered. The last day of the week (normally Fridays) will be the official day clothes are to be taken home and laundered. Make sure you bring them back the next school day!

DRESS CUTS/PARTIAL UNIFORMS:Dress cuts are not allowed. Clean loaner clothes are available for students who forget their clothes. Students are allowed to use loaner clothing twice before receiving consequences. Consequences are the lowering of the P. E. grade, and after-school detentions.

Students are not allowed to borrow from other students!

EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIESELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

State legislation mandates that school districts adopt requirements for student participation in extra-curricular activities. Students in grades 7 – 12 must maintain a “C” average (2.0 GPA) in order to participate. At the intermediate level, students involved with band, drill team, chorus, ASB, and after school activities are affected.Report card grades issued at the end of the last reporting period will be used to determine eligibility for the following quarter. Students whose grade point average is below 2.0 will be put on academic probation for one quarter. These students will be notifi ed that if their grade point average is below 2.0 for the second quarter, they will be ineligible to participate in the extra-curricular activities listed for the following quarter. Ineligible students may continue to take the class; however, they may not participate in extra-curricular activities such as parades, concerts, games, etc., until their grade point average reaches 2.0. Eligibility is determined the day grades are posted in the school computer.

For 8th graders, eligibility for 9th grade sports and activities is determined by the grades received on the 8th grade report card issued in June. In high school, the same eligibility requirements apply, except that there is no probation period. Students and their parents will be notifi ed when they become ineligible for participation in activities and sports.

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FOR YOUR INFORMATION . . .SECONDARY SCHOOLS CODE OF CONDUCT

The Code of Conduct for the secondary schools in the Rowland Unifi ed School District is based on the following philosophy:

The primary emphasis of the school is to teach the basic skills of reading, mathematics, and language development along with the other goals outlined by the community through its Board of Education. It is the responsibility of both home and school to teach students to develop a respect of law and rules in order to provide the best environment possible for effective learning and to live in a democratic society.

Students in the intermediate and high schools are expected to assume greater responsibility for their own behavior as they become increasingly more responsible in the determination of their own progress and of student affairs. Students who have diffi culty maintaining appropriate standards of conduct shall be disciplined in a fair, firm, consistent, and timely manner. All students have the right to go to school without fear of hazing, initiation, or any type of intimidation, or fear of bodily harm.

Every teacher, administrator, and staff member shall assume responsibility for assisting students to develop the appreciation, understanding, and the skills to deal with themselves and others as well as to enforce school standards in the classroom and on the campus.

STUDENT, PARENT AND STAFF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Student ResponsibilitiesThe following are responsibilities which are expected of students:

A. “All pupils shall comply with the regulations, pursue the required course of study and submit to the authority of the teachers of the schools.” (Education Code Section 48908)

B. Quality of Work: Students shall, to the best of their ability, complete assigned lessons each day, including homework and assignments missed because of absence.

C. School Rules: Each student shall conform to school rules and regulations and accept the leadership of teachers, school officials, and others who have been assigned leadership responsibility. Students must also conform to school rules at all times (1) when they are on their way to and from school, (2) while on school grounds, (3) during lunch whether on or off campus, and (4) during, or to or from any school sponsored activity, (5) or on other school campuses.

D. Attendance: Students shall be regular and punctual in attendance. In cases of an absence, a satisfactory written or telephoned explanation from the parents or guardian shall be provided to the school. Students shall remain on the school grounds during the entire school day unless permission to leave has been granted.

For students who must go to the doctor or dentist during the day, parents must pick up the student and check them out at the attendance offi ce.

E. Relation To Others: Good citizenship in school, as well as elsewhere, includes respect for the rights of others. Students are required to respect the rights and privileges of each person in the school. This includes respect for the property of individuals and of the school.

F. Personal Standards: Students shall dress appropriately; meet standards of health and cleanliness; be honest, courteous, and moral; use only acceptable language; and refrain entirely from profanity and obscenity.

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Parent Responsibilities The following are responsibilities expected of parents:

A. Support the schools in requiring the student to observe all school rules and regulations and accepting responsibility for any willful misbehavior on their part. Send students to school with proper attention having been given to health, personal cleanliness, and neatness of dress.

B. Maintain an active interest in the studentʼs daily work. Make it possible for them to complete assigned homework, particularly by providing a quiet place and suitable encouragement and conditions for study.

C. Comply with the schoolʼs requests. This includes reading carefully all communications and signing and returning them as requested.

D. Cooperate with the school in attending conferences set up for exchanging information on the studentʼs progress in school and for planning for continued maintenance and improvement.

E. Check your childʼs Student Planner daily for homework assignments and teacher communication.

School Personnel Responsibilities The following are responsibilities expected of all school employees:

A. The Board holds all certificated personnel, in classrooms and on the campus, responsible for the proper conduct and control of students while under the legal supervision of the school, and supports all personnel acting within the frame work of District Policy.

B. Responsibilities of classified personnel relating to student behavior shall be limited to those specifi cally authorized and assigned by the Superintendent, Education Code, and/or Principal or Department Heads.

C. Local school administrators are required to report to the local law enforcement agency incidents where suspected illegal acts occur. This includes reporting evidence and cooperating fully in the investigation of these incidents.

Uniform Complaint ProcedureAny individual, public agency or organization may fi le a written complaint regarding a specifi c program with the Coordinator of Special Projects on RUSD Form #802. Investigation of the written complaint including opportunities for complainant to present evidence will be completed within 60 days with an opportunity for mediation of the complaint within 15 days. The fi ling party will receive a written report of the investigation which will include the complainantʼs right to and procedures for appealing the local decision with the California Department of Education. Both Rowland Unifi ed and the California Department of Education provide administrative remedies only. Civil law remedies may be pursued through legal agencies, a list of local mediation centers and legal assistance agencies are available from the District. Discrimination complaints must be filed within six months of the alleged occurrence or within six months of when knowledge of occurrence was first obtained. Any individual who fi les a complaint with the district shall be protected from retaliation and his/her identity shall remain confi dential as appropriate.

WILLIAMS SETTLEMENT LEGISLATIONState law requires the following: 1. There should be sufficient textbooks and instructional materials. Each student, including English

learners, must have a text book or instructional materials, or both, to use in class and to take home to complete required homework assignments.

2. School facilities must be clean, safe, and maintained in good repair. If you do not think these requirements are being met, you can obtain a Uniform Complaint Form at the following location: School Office and the Office of Special Projects (626) 854-8390. Education Code, Section 35186(f)

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STUDENT DRESS CODEA Dress Code Waiver Application may only be fi led within three (3) weeks of enrollment. Waivers are only granted for medical or religious reasons. If the reason is fi nancial, we can assist you. All District “Student Dress Code” standards apply at all times.

Standardized Dress(WHAT STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR TO SCHOOL)

CLOTHING CONDITIONS – NO pictures, no words, no logos on ANY item worn to school.

PANTS/SHORTSColor: Any solid colorStyle: Pants – “Docker” style; jeans

Shorts – Walking style; jeans styleConditions:

Pants/Jeans: • Must fit at the waist, knee, and ankle for a tailored look.• Must not be bigger than two (2) inches at the waist, or fi ve (5) inches at the knee.• Must be machine-hemmed or hand-sewn. No torn or frayed clothing.• Must be worn at the waist.• May be worn no longer than the top front of the shoe.• May not have any designs or patterns on them. Just solid-color jeans.

Walking • Same as Pants conditions “a”, “b”, and “d” above, except for length.Shorts: • May be no shorter than the fingers when standing with the arms fully extended

downward, and not longer than the bottom of the kneecap.

SHIRTSColor: One solid colorStyle: Collared, long or short sleeved polo shirt. Polos must have 2 or 3 buttons. No zippers.

Alvarado Spirit Shirts may be worn instead of a polo shirt. Conditions:

• No oversize shirts (shoulder seam should be no shorter than two inches past shoulder bone)• Polo and Spirit Shirts must be no longer than the wrist when standing with arms fully extended.• No layering under polo shirts or spirit shirts.

SKIRTS/SKORTS/JUMPERS/DRESSESColor: One solid color

Conditions:• May be no shorter than the fingers when standing with the arms fully extended downward.• NO Leggings.

OUTER WEARSWEATSHIRTS: • Any solid color

• No longer than hip length.• Must be worn with collared polo shirt or Spirit Shirt underneath.

SWEATERS/ • Any solid color.VESTS: • Pullover or cardigan styles.JACKETS: • Any style or color combination.

• No designs, pictures, writing, or logos.• Hooded jackets are allowed but hoods must remain off in the classrooms.

BELTS: • No cloth belts with metal buckles, initials, or numbers stamped on/in them.Belts CANNOT be long, with the ends hanging down.

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PROTECTIVE SUN CLOTHINGPer Education Code, §35183.5, Alvarado has adopted the following policy regarding hats worn on campus:

1. Students may purchase an Alvarado hat for $5.00. If a parent cannot afford to buy a hat, parents may call the office so arrangements can be made.

2. No other hats will be allowed.3. Hats can only be worn outside of the classroom.4. The bill of the hat must face forward.5. Students are allowed to wear a long sleeved gray or white t-shirt and use sunscreen in P. E. for further

sun protection.(WHAT STUDENTS CANNOT WEAR TO SCHOOL)

Rowland Unified School District and Alvarado Intermediate School policy requires that all students dress with appropriate taste in order that the educational process not be disrupted. For purposes of safety and maintaining an appropriate instructional program which focuses upon student learning, the following items are prohibited:A. Clothing which has been deemed by local law enforcement to be gang, tagger, or crew related, such as:

1. Pants which appear excessively baggy (more than 2” of fabric when pulled from the waist, and/or more than 5” of fabric when pulled from the knee).

2. Altered pants which do not fit without a belt.3. Pants which have been altered to fi t around the waist.4. Pants worn below the waist (sagging).5. Pants which are slit or frayed at the cuff lines.6. Shorts that are unhemmed, or shorts below the knee.7. Knee socks worn with shorts below the knee, covering legs.8. Cloth belts with metal buckles with or without initials or numbers stamped on/in them.9. Bandanas and/or long belts with the end hanging down.10. Untucked shirts, white t-shirts/tank-top undershirts (unless worn strictly as undershirts), fi sh-net tops.11. Pendleton-type shirts worn loose, untucked, and buttoned at the neck.12. Clothing that is all blue, all red, or all black.13. Long, big shoelaces tied with big loops.14. Dark lipstick, lips that are outlined.

Upon consultation with local law enforcement agencies, additional rules of dress, which are representative of gang affiliation, may be instituted by the school principal.B. Clothing with inappropriate messages. Specifi cally, clothing with messages that promote the use of

alcohol, cigarettes, drugs, or profanity.C. Undergarments without appropriate outer clothing, or outer clothing which exposes underclothing.D. Swimming attire and clothing which does not cover backs, shoulders, or midriffs, and tank tops for both sexes.E. Unusual or attention-diverting attire, that is, attire that disrupts the educational process because it is

revealing, bizarre, or unsanitary.F. Inappropriate or dangerous footwear such as steel-toed shoes, backless shoes, or sandals. Closed toe

shoes must be worn in shop and science lab classes.G. Clothing that is worn on the head (headbands across the forehead, scarves, hairnets, bandannas, etc.),

except for bona fide religious purposes. Sun-protective clothing, including hats, may be worn outdoors only according to school site rules.

H. Non-prescriptive dark glasses.I. Clothing that is defaced military attire.J. “Heavy metal” styles and paraphernalia, chains of any kind.

CAMPUS RULES AND REGULATIONSSAFE, SECURE, AND PEACEFUL CAMPUS

Students sometimes have problems with their classmates or they hear rumors which bother them. Alvarado has a system where adults or Guidance Assistants can intervene to assist students in peacefully resolving confl icts. Students may come to the Student Service Center (Room 4) to fill out an appointment slip to see one of these people: Principal, Vice Principal, Counselor, Guidance Assistant, or Student Service Center Room Teacher. We're here to help resolve problems peacefully and to guide students in making good choices. Let us help!

BEHAVIOR STANDARDS

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A. Alvarado students are expected to behave and conduct themselves in such a manner as to not disrupt the normal educational process and continue their growth toward maturity and self responsibility. Each student needs to assume an active role in his/her educational program to make it a meaningful experience.

B. Students are not to arrive on campus before 7:00 a.m., 7:30 a.m. on Tuesdays, as there is no supervision before that time. Only students enrolled in a zero period class are allowed to be on campus before these times.

C. Students are expected to exhibit:1. Self control.2. Appreciation of the rights of others.3. Respect for school property and the property of others.4. Appropriate social behavior.5. Compliance with individual teacherʼs classroom standards.

D. The following behaviors are inappropriate in the Alvarado School environment and will result in a referral and disciplinary consequences:1. Fighting (mutual combat) assault.2. Harassment or intimidation of any sort, verbal or physical.3. Gambling, cheating, fraudulent activities, falsifi cation of any type (including obtaining a free lunch to which you

are not entitled).4. Riding bicycles, skates, skate boards, scooters, or any unauthorized vehicle on campus.5. Bringing visitors on campus without offi ce permission.6. Eating outside of designated areas.7. Bringing unsafe or inappropriate devices to school, such as playing or trading cards, comic books, glass

containers, transistor devices, radios, tape players, cameras, IPODS, MP3 Players, computer games, toys, aerosol cans, electronic games/ devices, or any other items that interfere with the educational process. Bringing and/or using laser pointers, laser pens , shock pens, or tasers will results in suspension from school and possibly expulsion from the RUSD. DO NOT BRING THESE ITEMS TO SCHOOL!

8. Displaying physical affection in ways other than holding hands.9. Behaving in a disrespectful or disruptive manner anywhere on campus.10. Shooting or throwing any objects.11. Leaving campus without permission. Alvarado is a "closed campus”. Students are to remain on the school

grounds at all times. Leaving the instructional area, loitering on campus, in the restrooms, or other inappropriate areas on or near campus.

12. Possessing, eating, or chewing gum, seeds, or candy.13. Riding a bicycle without a helmet or skateboards to and from school and on campus is prohibited.14. Running in the passageways, rooms, or quad area is not permitted.15. Buying, trading, or selling goods not authorized by the school.16. Buying, trading, selling or giving away lunch tickets.17. Possessing any “gang-style” writing, drawing, symbols, or pictures.18. Possessing or using marking pens unless authorized and supervised by teachers.

E. Alvarado students are expected to leave campus immediately after the dismissal bell unless the student is directly supervised by school personnel, i.e., detention, sports practice, club projects. For safety reasons, students must be picked up or leave campus by 2:45 p.m. daily. Those who remain will be placed in room 4 and may be issued a detention.

F. Alvarado students are not allowed on other school campuses without permission from that schoolʼs Principal.G. Alvarado Intermediate Schoolʼs Discipline Plan: In an effort to help students conduct themselves in a manner that is

beneficial to the educational process, the Alvarado staff offers the following as methods to promote student success:Student Service Center Class changes Behavior Contract/ TeleparentCounseling Exclusion from activities Independent Home StudyParent contact School Review Panel Involuntary transferAfter school detention Suspension ExpulsionGuidance Assistant Help Referral to SARB (School Attendance Review Board)

Team Conferences Parent Conferences

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CAMPUS RULES AND REGULATIONS(Continued)

STUDENT SERVICE CENTERAt Alvarado we believe safe schools are caring schools that communicate high standards. Student learning and achievement can only be obtained if students feel they can come to school without threat of physical injury or psychological harm. At our SSC (Room 4) students will receive immediate assistance for a variety of concerns; clarification of school procedures, stolen or lost property, confl icts with other students (i.e., being teased, threatened, harassed, or bullied). Students may be counseled in the SSC or referred to the vice-principal or school counselor. The SSC is staffed by two guidance assistants and our Campus Aides, Pete Delgado and Caroline Garcia. The emphasis here is on problem solving, whether they are dress code violations, tardy to school, confl icts with peers, classroom/campus disruptions, or personal problems. The SSC provides classroom teachers with a place to send students who are disruptive and detract from the learning environment. If a student is disruptive, he/she may have a brief “time out” or be sent for the remainder of the class period with a formal referral. A formal referral results in home contact and assigned consequences. The student always receives counseling from the SSC teacher and/or guidance assistance on any referral. If the behavior does not improve, the student will be referred to the vice-principal or counselor for further interventions or disciplinary consequences. It is the goal of the SSC to work with parents to change inappropriate student behavior.

EXCLUSION LIST and DEMERITSAlvarado uses progressive discipline to encourage appropriate school behavior. Students are given warnings, detentions, class suspensions, on campus suspensions and formal suspensions in an effort to correct misbehavior. Each consequence is given a demerit value which eventually can result in a student being placed on the exclusion list. Once on the exclusion list, students may not participate in any extra curricular activities such as dances, assemblies, fi eld trips, performances, or after school sports. It takes 20 demerits to be placed on the exclusion list . Below is a list of consequences with their demerit value.

Lunch detention = 2 demerits Class suspension = 6 demeritsAfter school detention = 4 demerits On campus suspension = 8 demeritsSchool beautification detention = 4 demerits Formal suspension to home = 10 demeritsGum detention = 4 demerits

AFTER SCHOOL DETENTIONStudents may be assigned after school detention by teachers or offi ce personnel. Students will be issued a copy of the detention form to take home to notify parents of the date and time. Failure to attend detention may result in double detention time, on campus suspension, or suspension from school for defi ance. While in detention assigned by the office, students are required to reflect on their behavior and complete any assignments given them with a good attitude.

CHEATINGCheating in any form is a very serious infraction of school rules. Cheating is interpreted as copying or loaning of homework and other assignments, whether in class or out of class, as well as giving, receiving or allowing to be given, the answers to quizzes and tests. Determining additional forms of cheating will be the responsibility of Alvarado staff including teachers, counselor, and administration. Cheating is unfair to the students who have worked hard on their assignments, unfair to teachers who have worked hard to help them learn, and most of all it is unfair to the student involved. The objective of a student activity at Alvarado is to learn. The grade only signifies his/ her achievement of that learning. An unearned grade only signifi es that he/she has learned the worst kind of lesson. Cheating the fi rst time will result in an automatic “F” on the test or assignment plus on campus suspension in Room 4. Cheating the second time, and subsequent incidents of cheating, will result in an automatic “F” on the test or assignment plus formal suspension to home.

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STATE LAW AND DISTRICT POLICYSerious Offenses

§48900 - Grounds for suspension or expulsion.The Education Code of California enumerates specifi c offenses as serious enough to warrant suspension or expulsion. These offenses include:

(a) 1. Caused, attempted to cause, or threatened to cause physical injury to another person or2. Willfully used force or violence upon the person of another, except in self-defense.

(b) Possessed, sold, or otherwise furnished any fi rearm, knife, explosive, or other dangerous object (i.e., BB guns, tasers, laser pointers, shock pens, matches, lighters) of no academic purpose to the pupil unless, in the case of possession of any such object, the pupil had obtained written permission from a certificated school employee, which is concurred in by the principal or the designee of the principal.

(c) Unlawfully possessed, used, sold, or otherwise furnished, or been under the infl uence of any controlled substance, as defined in Section 11007 of the Health and Safety Code, alcoholic beverage, or intoxicant of any kind.

(d) Unlawfully offered or arranged, or negotiated to sell any controlled substance, as defi ned in Section 11007 of the Health and Safety Code, alcoholic beverage, or intoxicant of any kind, and then sold, delivered, or otherwise furnished to any person another liquid, substance, or material in lieu of the controlled substance, alcoholic beverage, or intoxicant.

(e) Committed or attempted to commit robbery or extortion.(f) Caused or attempted to cause damage to school property or private property. School property includes electronic

files and databases.(g) Stole or attempted to steal school property or private property.(h) Possessed or used tobacco or any product containing tobacco or nicotine products, including, but not limited to

cigarettes, cigars, miniature cigars, clove cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, snuff, chew packets, and betel.(i) Committed an obscene act or engaged in habitual profanity or vulgarity.(j) Unlawfully possessed, offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any drug paraphernalia, as defi ned in Section 11364 of

the Health and Safety Code.(k) Disrupted school activities or otherwise willfully defi ed the valid authority of supervisors, teachers, administrators,

other school officials, or other school personnel. (l) Knowingly received stolen school property or private property.(m) Possessed an imitation firearm. As used in this section, “imitation fi rearm” means a replica of a firearm that is so

substantially similar in physical properties to an existing fi rearm as to lead a reasonable person to conclude that the replica is a firearm.

(n) Committed or attempted to commit a sexual assault as defi ned in Sections 261, 266c, 286, 288, 288a, or 289 of the Penal Code or committed a sexual battery as defi ned in Section 243.4 of the Penal Code.

(o) Harassed, threatened, or intimidated a pupil who is a complaining witness or witness in a school disciplinary proceeding for the purpose of either preventing that pupil from being a witness or retaliating against that pupil for being a witness or both.

(p) Unlawfully offered, arranged to sell, negotiated to sell, or sold the prescription drug SOMA.(q) Engaged in, or attempted to engage in, hazing as defined in Section 32050. (r) A pupil may not be suspended or expelled for any of the acts enumerated unless the act is related to school activity or

school attendance occurring within a school under the jurisdiction of the superintendent or principal or occurring within any other school district. A pupil may be suspended or expelled for acts that are enumerated in this section and related to school activity or attendance that occur at any time, including but not limited to, any of the following (1) While on school grounds (2) While going to or coming from school (3) During the lunch period whether on or off the campus (4) During or while going to or coming from, a school sponsored activity (5) Occurring within any other school district.

(s) A pupil who aids or abets, as defined in Section 31 of the Penal Code, the infliction or attempted infliction of physical injury to another person may suffer suspension, but not expulsion, pursuant to the provisions of this section. This includes instigating, encouraging, and pushing another student into a fight situation. Except that a pupil who has been adjudged by a juvenile court to have committed, as an aider and abettor, a crime of physical violence in which the victim suffered great bodily injury or serious bodily injury shall be subject to discipline pursuant to subdivision (a).

(t) As used in this section, “school property” includes, but is not limited to, electronic fi les and databases.

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STATE LAW AND DISTRICT POLICY(Continued)

§48900.2 – Sexual harassment.The pupil has committed sexual harassment as defi ned in Section 212.5. For the purposes of this chapter, the conduct described in Section 212.6 must be considered by a reasonable person of the same gender as the victim to be suffi ciently severe or pervasive to have a negative impact upon the individualʼs academic performance or to create an intimidating, hostile, or offensive educational environment. This section shall not apply to pupils enrolled in kindergarten and grades 1-3, inclusive.§48900.3 – Hate violence.The pupil has caused, attempted to cause, threatened to cause, or participated in an act of, hate violence, as defi ned in subdivision (e) of Section 233: No person, whether or not acting under color of law, shall by force or threat of force, willfully injure, intimidate, interfere with, oppress, or threaten any other person in the free exercise or enjoyment of any right or privilege secured to him or her by the constitution or laws of this state or by the Constitution or laws of the United States because of the other personʼs race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, gender, or sexual orientation.48900.4 – Harassment, Threats, or Intimidation.The pupil has intentionally engaged in harassment, threats, or intimidation, directed against school district personnel or pupils, that is sufficiently severe or pervasive to have the actual and reasonably expected effect of materially disrupting, class work, creating substantial disorder, and invading the rights of that pupil or group of pupils by creating an intimidating or hostile educational environment.§48900.7 - Terroristic threats.Terroristic threats against school offi cials or school property, or both. For the purposes of this section, “terroristic threat” shall include any statement, whether written or oral, by a person who willfully threatens to commit a crime which will result in death, great bodily injury to another person, or property damage in excess of one thousand dollars, with the specifi c intent that the statement is to be taken as a threat, even it there is not intent of actually carrying it out, which, on its face and under the circumstances in which it is made, is so unequivocal, unconditional, immediate, and specifi c as to convey to the person threatened, a gravity of purpose and an immediate prospect of execution of the threat, and thereby causes that person reasonably to be in a sustained fear for his or her own safety of for his or her immediate familyʼs safety, or for the protection of school district property, or the personal property of the person threatened or he or her immediate family.The principal or the superintendent of schools shall recommend the expulsion of a pupil for any of the following acts:

1. Causing serious physical injury to another person.2. Possession of any knife, explosive, or other dangerous object (i.e., laser pointers, tasers, shock pens).

Note: Possession of a dangerous object, including a knife or other potential weapon is a serious violation of the Education Code. If you accidentally bring such an item to school, turn it in to an administrator or Campus peace offi ce immediately.

3. Unlawful possession of any controlled substance.4. Robbery or extortion.5. Assault or battery upon any school employee.6. Possessing, selling, or otherwise furnishing a fi rearm.7. Brandishing a knife at another person.8. Unlawfully selling a controlled substance.9. Committing or attempting to commit a sexual assault or sexual battery.

A pupil may be suspended or expelled for acts that occur at any time, including, but not limited to, any of the following: (§48900[P])

1. While on school grounds.2. While going to or coming from school.3. During the lunch period whether on or off the campus.4. During, or while going to or coming from, a school sponsored activity.5. Within any other school district.

Penal Code §417.27: No student shall possess a laser pointer on any elementary or secondary school premises. No student shall possess a taser on any school campus.

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STATE LAW AND DISTRICT POLICY(Continued)

ILLEGAL ITEMS BROUGHT ON CAMPUS

Note: Possession of a dangerous object, including a knife or other potential weapon is a serious violation of the Education Code. If you accidentally bring such an item to school, turn it in to an administrator or teacher immediately.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF OR BY EMPLOYEES OR STUDENTS – P 4–4119.11The Governing Board is committed to maintaining an educational environment that is free from harassment. The Board prohibits sexual harassment of students by other students, employees or other persons, at school or at school-sponsored or school-related activities. The Board also prohibits retaliatory behavior or action against persons who complain, testify, assist or otherwise participate in the complaint process established pursuant to this policy and the administrative regulation.

I. Sexual harassment of or by any employee shall not be tolerated. The governing board considers sexual harassment to be a major offense which can result in disciplinary action of the offending employee or suspension or expulsion of students.

II. Pursuant to Education Code Section 212.5 and CCR 4916 , sexual harassment is defined as follows:

"For the purpose of this chapter, 'sexual harassment' means unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal, visual, or physical conduct of a sexual nature, made by someone from or in the work or educational setting whether it occurs between individuals of the same sex or individuals of opposite sexes, under any of the following conditions:

A. "Submission to the conduct is explicitly or implicitly made a term or a condition of an individual's employment, academic status, progress, or promotion.

B. "Submission to, or rejection of, the conduct by the individual is used as the basis for employment or academic decisions affecting the individual.

C. "The conduct has the purpose or effect of having a negative impact upon the individual's work or academic performance, or of creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work or educational environment.

D. "Submission to, or rejection of, the conduct by the individual is used as the basis for any decision affecting the individual regarding benefits, and services, honors, programs, or activities available at or through the educational institution.”

II. Sexual Harassment by EmployeesPersonal conduct beyond working relationships may at some point become unwelcome. Employees placed on notice that the co-employee now believes the conduct to be unwelcome shall cease such conduct immediately. Any conduct of a sexual nature following such notice may be determined to be sexual harassment. Such conduct is subject to investigation by the employer on the complaint of an individual who believes it to be unwelcome. Upon completion of the investigation, the harasser may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination. Employees who participate in a consensual relationship, and at some point wish to discontinue the relationship, must clearly state to the other participant that the conduct is no longer consensual or welcome, and that all such conduct must cease.

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STATE LAW AND DISTRICT POLICY(Continued)

A. Reporting Procedures for Employees:The Board encourages and expects employees to immediately report incidents of sexual harassment by other employees or other individuals at their work site to their immediate supervisor, site administrator or to the Assistant Superintendent of Personnel, Donna Patrick (626) 854-8336. Victims of sexual harassment should fi le a formal complaint verbally or in writing as soon as possible.

B. Reporting Procedures for StudentsAny student who feels that he/she has been the victim of sexual harassment by employees or other adults at the school as previously defi ned in this policy pursuant to the provisions of Education Code Section 212.5 or according to Regulation 5-5131 shall immediately file a complaint either verbally or in written form to a teacher, counselor, administrator at the school site or to the Director of Special Projects, Elizabeth Blanco, at (626) 854-8390.

C. Any student who has knowledge of conduct by employees of the District, volunteers, or other individuals of the community which may constitute sexual harassment should immediately report verbally or in written form such conduct to a staff member or administrator of the school.

IV. Sexual Harassment by StudentsIn addition to the reasons specified in Education Code Section 48900, Section 48900.2 specifi es that a pupil may be suspended from school or recommended for expulsion if the superintendent or principal of the school in which the pupil is enrolled determines that the pupil has committed sexual harassment as defined in Education Code Section 212.5. (See Regulation 5-5131 for a more detailed description of sexual harassment between students.)

A. For purposes of this policy, the conduct described in Education Code Section 212.5 must be considered by a reasonable person of the same gender as the victim to be suffi ciently severe or pervasive to have a negative impact upon the individual's academic performance or to create an intimidating, hostile, or offensive educational environment.

B. Reporting Procedures for StudentsAny student who feels that he/she has been the victim of sexual harassment by students or other individuals at their school site as previously defi ned in this policy pursuant to the provisions of Education Code Section 212.5 or according to regulation 5-5131 shall immediately file a complaint either verbally or in written form to a teacher, counselor, administrator at the school site or to the Director of Special Projects, Elizabeth Blanco at (626) 854-8390.

C. Any student who has knowledge of conduct by other students at the school which may constitute sexual harassment should immediately report verbally or in written form such conduct to a staff member or administrator of the school.

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STATE LAW AND DISTRICT POLICY(Continued)

V. Assistance In Reporting A. In the event, employees or students desire specifi c assistance or information on the

regulations or for reporting charges of sexual harassment, they may contact as follows: Students – contact Title IX co-chairs – Director of Pupil Services or Director of Special Projects (626) 965-2541; Employees – contact Assistant Superintendent of Personnel (626) 854-8336. The address to the District Office is 1830 South Nogales Street, Rowland Heights, CA 91748-2993.

B. In addition, employees or students may obtain further assistance in reporting sexual harassment or pursuing available remedies outside the District by contacting the State Department of Fair Employment and Housing at (213) 897-2840 or the U. S. Offi ce of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission at (800) 669-EEOC. Social Service Personnel can also be contacted and their number is (800) 540-4000.

VI. Filing of ComplaintsA. Any teacher, counselor, supervisor or administrator who has received a

sexual harassment complaint, verbally or in writing from any student or employee, must forward a written report to the building administrator.

B. If the alleged harasser is a student, the building administrator must forward a report to the Director of Special Projects and if the alleged harasser is an employee or volunteer the building administrator must report it to the Assistant Superintendent of Personnel. Once the complaint has been reported, the building administrator or designee must commence an investigation. (See Procedures for Response to Formal Complaints R 6-6124.) Following the investigation and after making a determination that sexual harassment did occur, the harasser will be disciplined accordingly.

VII. Posting and DisseminationA. This policy shall be displayed in the Administrative offi ces of the District. A copy of this

policy shall be provided as part of the orientation program conducted for new students at the beginning of each quarter, semester, and summer session. A copy of this policy shall be provided to each faculty member, all members of the administrative staff and all classified employees at the beginning of each school year or at the time there is a new employee hired.

B. A copy of this policy shall also appear in any publication such as student handbooks or advice or rights which may be given to students, parents or employees during the course of the school year.The Rowland Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic group identification, ancestry, religion, age, marital status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, and political belief or affiliation in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities including adult and vocational education. Inquiries related to this statement should be forwarded as follows: Students contact Title IX co-chairs-Director of Pupil Services or Director of Special Projects, (626) 965-2541; Employees-contact Assistant Superintendent of Personnel, (626) 854-8336.

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Absences.......................................................... 10 Map – Alvarado Campus.......Back CoverAcademic Standards........................................13 Matadors of the Month.................................. 7After School Detention...................................... 25 Moving/Transfers............................................ 17Alvarado Intermediate School Staff ..............2 – 3 Off to a Good Start...........................................6Associated Student Body (ASB) ........................ 8 Outstanding Student......................................... 8Attendance Procedures............................10 – 11Attendance Standards......................................11 Perfect Attendance + No Tardies = BINGO ......8Behavior Standards.......................................... 24 Perfect Attendance........................................... 8Bell Schedule.................................................. 6 Philosophy, Goals, and Objectives ................... 4Bicycles............................................................. 15 Physical Education.................................... 18-19Board of Education............................................. 1 Positive School Environment ............................ 5Bus Service....................................................... 15 PTSA................................................................ 3Calendar – 2009-2010..Inside Front Cover PTSA Service & Citizenship Awards................8Campus Rules & Regulations..................24 – 25 Report Cards and Progress Reports ..............12Cell Phone Policy.............................................. 15 Resource Specialist Program (RSP) ................9Change of Address/Telephone.........................15 Retention........................................................ 13Cheating........................................................... 25 RUSD Administrative Cabinet ..........................1Code of Conduct............................................... 20 RUSD Mission and Core Values...................... 1Course Selection..............................................12 RUSD Board Vision Statement........................ 1Counseling Services........................................... 9 Safe, Secure, & Peaceful Campus................. 24Dances.............................................................. 15 Schedule Changes......................................... 12Demerits........................................................... 25 School and Class Supply Lists.........................6Dress Code – Standardized..............22 – 23 Serious Offenses............................... 26 – 27Dress Code (Items NOT Allowed)....................23 Sexual Harassment........................... 28 – 308th Grade Honors............................................... 7 Special Day Class (SDC).................................9English Learners Program (EL).......................... 9 Special Dress – Picture Day & Dances .........15Extra-Curricular Activities – Eligibility Statement of School Goals & Objectives .........4 Requirements and Character Counts ..........14 Steps to Success.............................................. 4Exclusion List.................................................... 25 Students (Bears) of the Month.........................7Food Services................................................... 16 Students of the Year 2008-2009....................... 1GATE (Gifted and Talented Education) ..............9 Student Service Center..................................25Gifts at School.................................................. 16 Student, Parent, & Staff Responsibilities . .20-21Grade Point Average (GPA) Chart .................... 7 Subject Area Awards........................................ 8Health Services................................................. 16 Tardiness (Tardies).........................................11Home Teachers................................................. 11 Teleparent System..................................... 12Homework Hotline........Inside Back Cover Telephone....................................................... 17Homework Request..........................................11 Traffic Suggestions......................................... 17Honor Roll........................................................... 7 Transfers......................................................... 17Illegal Items Brought on Campus.....................28 Truancy........................................................... 10Independent Study............................................ 11 Uniform Complaint Procedure........................21Kiwanis Awards..................................................7 Uniforms for P. E. ........................................... 18Ladder of Achievement..................................... 14 Williams Settlement Legislation ......................21Library............................................................... 16 Yearbook......................................................... 17Lost and Found................................................. 16Lunch Passes................................................... 16

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HOMEWORK HOTLINEALVARADO INTERMEDIATE

(626) 854-8508ACADEMIC TEACHERS Code Number ELECTIVE/EXPLORATORY TEACHERS Code Number

Homework/Voice Mail Homework/Voice Mail

ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS ART/ADVANCED ART/YEARBOOK Mr. Bill Dutton 5473 2473

Mrs. Susan Cook (8th) 5424 2424 BAND/MUSICMrs. Anna Crowe (8 th) 5413 2413 Mr. Steven Krumbine 5401 2401Mrs. Karen Wycoff (8 th) 5482 2482 READ 180 Mrs. Arlene Seagle (7th) 5451 2451 Mr. Joe Montanari (&Radio Drama) 5412 2412Mrs. Angie Bakken (7th) 5452 2452 Mrs. Linda Gilman (&Social Studies) 5411 2411

COMPUTERSMrs. Linda Delia 5485 2485

TEEN LIVING/LEADERSHIP MATHEMATICS Mrs. Doreen Lucero 5402 2402

Mrs. Cheryl Tattersall (7 th) 5443 2443 .Ms. Patti Kramer (7th) 5463 2463Mr. Michael Mills (8 th) 5421 2421 PHYSICAL EDUCATIONMrs. Linda Kim (7th) 5462 2462 Mr. David Beal 5437 2437Mrs. Tina Phung (8 th) 5414 2414 Ms. Linda Muise 5437 2447Dr. Donald Price (8 th) 5453 2453 Mr. Jason Flick 5437 2437

Mr. Lindsey Brewer 5437 2438

SCIENCE RESOURCE SPECIALIST PROGRAMMr. Victor Moreno (8 th) 5454 2454 Mrs. Mary Lugo n/a 2442 Mrs. Judy Schmidt (7th) 5472 2472 Mrs. Valerie Mayancsik n/a 2445Mrs. Sushma Kashyap (8 th) 5464 2464Mr. Mark Kochevar (7th) 5471 2471 SPECIAL DAY CLASSMs. Jamie Stanton (7 th) 5444 2444 Ms. Linda Muñoz 5432 2432Mr. Richard Schmidt (8 th ) 5441 2441

SOCIAL STUDIES STUDENT SERVICE CENTERMr. Matthew Grelling (8 th) 5461 2461 Vice Principal n/a 2409Mrs. Kelli Faris (7 th) 5422 2422 Mrs. Roseanne Chen, Counselor (8 th) n/a 2415Mrs. Marcella Schreiber (8 th) 5423 2423 Mrs. Jeanette Godoy, Counselor (7 th ) n/a 2428Ms. Claudia Villegas (7 th) 5434 2434 Mrs. Christine Gradillas, Guidance Assistant n/a 2404Mrs. Debbie Toran (7 th) 5431 5431 Mrs. Caroline Garcia, Campus Aide n/a 2404

ENGLISH LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT Note: The Homework Hotline is activated after 4:00 p.m. on a daily basis.Mrs. Young-Mee Chung 5483 2483 Please call after 4:00 p.m. to hear your student’s homework.Mr. Brian Huff 5484 2484

Revised: 06/27/2007 yap

Alvarado Intermediate School

Revised: 06/26/2007 yap

MP2 NTeachers' AVID

Workroom/ LibraryLounge MP1

LibraryComputers

14 24 34 44 54 64Phung Cook, S. Villegas Stanton Moreno Kashyap

Math English Social Stu. Science Science Science

13 23 33 43 53 63Elmore Schreiber Abbott Tattersall Price Kramer

English Social Stu. English Math Math Math

12 22 32 *42 *42 52 62Montanari Faris Munoz A B Bakken ParkReading English SDC RSP RSP English Math GPE

11 21 31 41 51 61 DecomaGilman Mills Toran R. Schmidt Seagle Grelling Muise

1 2 Reading Math Social Stu. Science English Social Stu. BPE

Krumbine Lucero Flick

Band/Music Teen Living *42A - Lugo 5 71 81 Brewer

*42B- Mayancsik Vice Principal Kochevar3 Science

Student Store Counselor 82 854 72 Wycoff Delia

SSC Office J. Schmidt EL ComputersScience 83 86

Cafeteria Principal Chung73 EL PE

Attendance/ Dutton 84 87Kitchen Nurse Art Huff Youngerman

EL Social Studies

Revised: 06/26/2007 yap