DEWEY/KIMBALL
SCHOOLS
17 N Spring St.
Concord,
NH 03301
603-225-0840
STUDENT
HANDBOOK
2004 - 2005
CONCORD
SCHOOL DISTRICT
Mission Statement:
The mission of the Concord School
District is to enable every student to acquire and demonstrate the skills,
knowledge and attitudes essential to be a responsible world citizen committed
to personal, family and community well-being.
District
Standards:
Using knowledge of the cultural and
natural world-based on an evolving core of concepts and information, graduates
of Concord High will be:
Active self directed learners who inquire creatively about their world, take risks and examine options as they initiate actions and complete tasks.
Effective communicators who write well, read widely and in depth, listen perceptively, share ideas orally, and use language, numbers and symbols to convey and receive information.
Effective collaborators who assume the various roles to accomplish group or community goals, using self-knowledge, compromise, cooperation and respect.
Informed decision makers who define the issue, research alternatives, consider consequences, and make choices which demonstrate intellectual integrity and rigorous evaluation.
Creative producers of art in the classical, contemporary, and practical tradition using invention, design and critical assessment.
Life planners who determine options and pursue career and personal goals including a consideration for physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
Community participants who understand and practice our democratic traditions and values, including respect for human dignity, honesty and fairness and who accept the consequences of their actions.
The Concord School District will create an environment in which each student can retrieve, access, analyze, synthesize, evaluate, and apply information in realizing these standards.
DEWEY/KIMBALL SCHOOLS
CONCORD UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT
ADMINISTRATION SAU #8
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Superintendent |
Dr. Christine Rath |
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Chief Financial Officer |
Terry Wiggin |
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Assistant Superintendent |
Rob Prohl |
16 Rumford Street
Concord, New Hampshire 03301
Phone
225-0811 Fax
226-2187
BOARD OF EDUCATION
The Board of Education meets the first Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the
Board Room at 16 Rumford Street, Concord, New Hampshire.
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Robert H. Bonenfant (2005) |
David W. Immen (2007) |
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DEWEY/KIMBALL
PTO
The Dewey/Kimball PTO meets monthly
to plan fundraising events, discuss interest or concern in school activities and
to keep parents up to date on new programs at the schools. An executive
board and the principal guide the Dewey/Kimball PTO. Membership and
involvement in the PTO is a statement of support for the school and helps
provide the best possible programs for our children.
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President |
Shawn Lafrance |
224-7754 |
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Vice President - Kimball |
Tom Maher |
225-1783 |
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Secretary |
Laurie Owen |
228-8626 |
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Treasurer |
Diane Heitmiller |
224-0919 |
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Citywide PTO Rep |
Sue O’Connor |
225-0669 |
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Hospitality Kimball |
Maureen Laflam |
225-1030 |
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Hospitality Dewey |
Mary Galatis |
226-3069 |
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Volunteer Coordinator |
Holli Hadley Sonia Makris |
227-9376 |
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PTO Web Page |
Maureen Redmond Scura |
224-5834 |
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Teacher Representatives |
Andrea McGahan, Lisa Donovan,
Bonnie Larochelle |
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PTO MEETINGS - WEDNESDAYS 7:00 PM
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SEPTEMBER 8 |
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OCTOBER 13 |
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NOVEMBER
10 |
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JANUARY
12 |
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FEBRUARY
9 |
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MARCH
9 |
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APRIL
13 |
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MAY 11 |
DEWEY/KIMBALL PERSONNEL
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Principal |
Kent
W. Hemingway |
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Secretary
Kimball |
Laurie Earp |
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Kindergarten
am,/pm |
Stephanie
laRochelle |
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Kindergarten am |
Andrea
McGahan |
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Grade
1 |
Bonnie
Larochelle |
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Diane Johnston |
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Grade
1/2 |
Jan
Smith |
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Grade
2 |
Eileen
Gfroerer Lisa Donovan |
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Grade
3 |
Jane
Welch Carol
Reynolds |
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Grade
4 |
Tim
Sullivan
Gail Deane |
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Grade
5 |
Madelaine
Barry
Linda Becker |
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Learning
Disabilities |
Nora
LeDuc Ann
Walker |
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Speech
Pathologist |
Barbara
Jobin |
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LBI
Program |
Anne
Lloyd Sian
Crosby |
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Reading
Specialist |
Heidi
Fyfe |
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Reading
Tutor |
Laurie
Owen Peg
Stumb |
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Reading
Recovery |
Michelle
Romanelli |
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School
Counselor |
Melanie
McSteen |
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Occupational
Therapist |
Alice
Coda |
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Library
Assistant |
Joan
Griffin |
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Technology
Assistant |
Celeste
Craig |
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Physical
Education |
Lisa
Ham |
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Music |
Chris
Harmon |
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Art |
Liz
MacBride |
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School
Nurse |
Stephanie
Celestin |
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Teacher
Assistants |
Donna
Teasdale Caryn
Christie Marcia
Regan Deborah
Provencal Lori
Carignan |
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Custodians |
Rusty
Bonner Bruce
Hodges Karl
Wester |
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School
Lunch |
Martha
Wyatt |
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SCHOOL HOURS
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School Begins |
7:50 |
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AM Kindergarten |
7:50 – 10:40 |
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PM Kindergarten |
11:55 – 2:35 |
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Dismissal |
2:35 |
We
request that children not arrive at school before 7:30 a.m.
Crossing
supervision begins at 7:30 a.m.
It is the policy of Supervisory
Union No. 8, Concord, New Hampshire, not to discriminate on the basis of
handicap in its educational programs, activities or employment policies, as
required by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Inquiries
regarding this matter dealing with Section 504 should be directed to Kent
Hemingway, Principal, Dewey/Kimball School, North Spring St., Concord, New
Hampshire 03301.
CODE
OF STUDENT CONDUCT
The existence of society is
predicated upon the willingness of its members to adhere to established
behavioral rules. One purpose of education is to prepare young people to
participate productively and responsibly in our society. To do so, students
must learn what is appropriate behavior and what are the consequences for
inappropriate behavior.
Furthermore, the mission of the Concord school District is to enable every student to acquire and demonstrate the skills, knowledge and attitudes essential to be a responsible world citizen committed to personal, family, and community well-being. Among other outcomes, graduates of the Concord schools are expected to be:
· Active self directed learners
who examine options as they initiate and complete tasks;
· Effective collaborators who assume
various roles to accomplish group or community goals using self-knowledge,
compromise, cooperation, and respect;
· Informed decision makers who consider
consequences and make choices which demonstrate intellectual integrity and
rigorous evaluation;
· Community Participants who
understand and practice our democratic traditions and values, including respect
for human dignity, honesty, and fairness and who accept the consequence for
their actions.
To enable every student to achieve these outcomes, we need to provide a productive, healthy and safe school climate in which every member of the school community understands the rights and responsibilities of being a member of that community.
A productive, healthy, and safe school climate can exist only when behavior expectations are clearly stated; when consequences are consistently applied by the school and parents, working together.
The behavior, expectations, and consequences which follow are intended to create a productive, healthy, and safe school climate.
BUILDING AND TEACHER
EXPECTATIONS
Each school will establish a building
discipline plan. Each teacher will develop and implement a classroom discipline
plan. These building and classroom plans will state expectations for students
in such areas as attendance, promptness, acceptable classroom behaviors, dress,
parking, and other issues relevant to a productive learning climate.
The district's Guidelines for Certified Staff, part of the district's Staff Appraisal and Development Procedures, outline expectations for district faculty.
EXPECTATIONS FOR STUDENTS
It is expected that students will
demonstrate appropriate behaviors and attitudes including respect, honesty, and
fairness necessary to maintain a productive, healthy and safe school climate.
It is also expected that students
will not demonstrate the following behaviors which seriously interfere with
teaching and learning and are deemed unacceptable in our schools:
Use of abusive language or inappropriate gestures
Leaving school grounds without legitimate school or
parental approval
Physical, verbal, and/or sexual harassment
Fighting
Assault
Possession of illegal substances - alcohol, tobacco, and
drugs
Vandalizing or stealing school, staff and/or student property
Possession of weapons or weapon like devices
Persistent violations of school and classroom rules
Disrespect toward school personnel and other students
As well as, any other behavior which seriously disrupts the productive and safe school climate we value.
All school staffs, primary level through high school, will teach about these behaviors in a consistent manner.
Students are also expected to abide by all federal, state, and local laws.
CONSEQUENCES
Application of these listed
consequences will depend on the severity and frequency of the unacceptable
behavior in accordance with the
building discipline plan:
- Parental/guardian notification
- Teacher/administrative detention
- Restitution
- In-school suspension
- Out-of-school suspension
- Police notification (if breaking a law is involved)
- Dismissal from school (requires School Board action)
DUE PROCESS
When accused of a behavioral
violation, students are entitled to these following elements of "due
process:"
- The right to be informed of the
rules and regulations
involved;
- The right to be informed of the charges if a violation occurs;
- A fair hearing;
- Appeal, including an appeal to the School Board;
- Receive a copy of all rulings regarding the case.
SCHOOL DISCIPLINE POLICY
The district discipline policy on the
preceding page details student expectations and disciplinary consequences. At
Dewey/Kimball Schools we pride ourselves on building a supportive and caring
environment for children to grow. All members of the school community are held
to the following expectations:
RESPECT
yourself,
others, school and private property
COMMUNICATE open and honestly
COMPLY
with
the direction of supervising adults
SHARE
your
time, talents and friendship
PARTICIPATE
in class and school
activities
PRACTICE SAFETY in
all actions in school and on the playground
DISCIPLINARY CONSEQUENCES
1. Behaviors that do not meet these
expectations will be documented with a warning notification form.
2. A staff member observing the
behavior will complete the notification form and submit to classroom teacher.
3. Notification will be sent home,
signed by parent, and returned to school. The classroom teacher is responsible
for follow through of parent notification.
4. Students accumulating three (3)
notifications in the school year will be required to meet with the Principal or
teacher after school for a detention period to develop a positive plan to
change behaviors.
5. Issues of physical violence
(fighting or vandalism) will result in immediate detention assignment.
CONCORD
SCHOOL DISTRICT POLICIES
- http://csd.k12.nh.us/conferences/board%20policies/
SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY – http://csd.k12.nh.us/conferences/board%20policies/00010B17-80000001/008744BD-0084C063.-1/Sexual%20Harass.rtf
SCHOOL HOMEWORK POLICY
Homework is an important part of the
educational program in our schools. In grades K-2, there is no formal
homework schedule but parents are encouraged to review work papers that the
children bring home weekly. Reading with the children at home is encouraged for
children of all ages.
Children in grades 3-5 should have
homework regularly. Homework provides an opportunity for reviewing new
concepts and the assignments give parents an opportunity to see the work being
covered throughout the year.
Recommended
times: 3rd + 4th grade 30 - 45 min.
5th
grade
45 - 75 min.
If your child's assignments do not
fall within these guidelines, please talk to your child's teacher.
ATTENDANCE ISSUES
ABSENCE: Please contact
the school if your child is going to be late or absent. The school office
will call parents of children who are not accounted for at school.
TARDINESS: All students should
be at school on time. If they are delayed, please send a note of explanation.
Parents will be contacted if a note is not presented.
DISMISSAL: Early dismissal from
school requires written permission from the parent or guardian and must be
brought to the child's teacher. Children being dismissed early must be picked
up at the office to assure proper attendance reporting.
Every child attending
each elementary school will have an account to be used for breakfast, snack,
lunch and milk as you and your child decide. Each child will have a card that
will be stored in the cafeteria. Payment envelopes are available in the
classroom, the office and the cafeteria for you to send money in for the
account. The system works best
when you maintain a positive balance for your child to use for meals and or
snacks. Notices for accounts with
amounts of $17.00 left or less will be sent home weekly with your child. Notices for accounts with amounts of
$8.50 left or for past due accounts will be mailed home. When the account is past due, your
child will not be allowed to purchase snacks and will receive the alternative
meal (peanut butter and jelly sandwich with a carton of milk). This procedure will continue until the
balance is paid in full or payment arrangements are made with the Food Service
Office. If you have any further
questions regarding your child’s account please contact that food service office
at 225-0823 or e-mail foodserv@csd.k12.nh.us.
Monthly menus and
food service information http://www.csd.k12.nh.us/%7ecchea/
LUNCH AND MILK TICKETS
Hot Lunch $1.80,
Milk $ .40
Snack $ .40
Breakfast $1.00
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Our school is proud of its efforts in
advancing the use of educational technology. Our Dewey/Kimball homepage http://www.concord.k12.nh.us/comm/kd/kd.html is a rich site full of current district
and school information. Teachers can be contacted through email, a directory of
addresses is also on the web site.
Students and staff publish work on
the web, use teacher defined links for research, and develop skills in
multimedia presentation skills. Please take the time to learn about our web
site as it becomes a more effective and essential means of communication. http://www.concord.k12.nh.us/comm/kd/kd.html
http://www.concord.k12.nh.us/schools/kimball/
Our
Media/Tech program teaches research and technology skills to students in grades
1-5. The web link below provides the details:
http://www.concord.k12.nh.us/tech/mediatech/
Our online school event calendar
is where you will find all evening activities, field trips and other important
school news.
http://cl.concord.k12.nh.us/scripts/we3.4/webevent.pl?cmd=opencal&cal=cal3&
The rules for acceptable use of
the Concord School District's Network and Internet use are:
- Use of the computer network is a
privilege and not a right. Degrees of access will be restricted based on age,
grade or demonstrated level of responsibility. Violations of restrictions, or
any behavior that violates a school building's discipline code will be punished
by restriction or cancellation of access privileges and possibly other
punishments as well.
- Users assume full liability,
legal, financial and otherwise for their actions when using the Concord School
District Network.
- User will be held fully responsible
for the use of their account including for any inappropriate activities.
- Users should protect their privacy
by not revealing personal information such as their home phone number or
address
- Users should become familiar with
the evolving rules of online etiquette, called "netiquette"
Students will use the Internet under adult supervision.
The Concord School District uses filtering and security measures to block student access to inappropriate material.
Students are required to report misuse.
Parents can help their children to
become good computer citizens in many ways:
- Be familiar with your school's
building discipline policy. Any behavior that is prohibited in that policy is also
prohibited on the schools' network and the District's Internet connection.
- Hold your child to high standards
of online behavior.
- Express interest in your child's
online adventures.
HEALTH
INFORMATION
The school nurse is responsible for
health related problems at school, health screenings and referrals, and health
education. Health is a quality of life itself. School nursing is a
specialized service contributing to the process of education. The school
nurse is part of the professional team aiding children in developing their full
potential in health and education. The school nurse is a resource person,
available for health counseling and parent/teacher conferences.
SCHOOL HEALTH REGULATION
All parents should see to it that
their children are in good physical condition before they start school. No
child should be sent to school ill. Parents are encouraged to keep children
home when they are not feeling well. Facilities are limited and of a temporary
measure only. If the child is well enough to come to school, he/she is well
enough to participate in all regular school activities. Children needing
to go home due to illness must be picked up by a parent or parent designee.
IMMUNIZATIONS The
immunizations listed below MUST be completed prior to school entry: (RSA
200:38) (Exceptions: RSA 542:A)
1. Measles, 2 doses for entry into
Kindergarten or 1st grade
2. Rubella and mumps, 1 dose K-12th
grade
3. Hepatitis B, born on or after 1/1/93, 3
doses
4. Varicella, 1 dose entry into Kindergarten
5. DPT, 4 doses 4th dose on or
after the 4th birthday or 5 doses
6. Polio, 3 doses on an all eIPV or all OPV
the last dose must be after the 4th birthday, or 4 doses of any
combination of the eIPV and/or OPV regardless of age
Exemptions from immunizations are
allowed only for:
1. MEDICAL EXEMPTIONS are granted to
a child if his/her physician feels that an immunization may be DETRIMENTAL TO
THE CHILD'S HEALTH. This exemption must be written on the physician's
letterhead and must be signed by a physician licensed in New Hampshire. A
separate Medical Exemption is required for each vaccine.
2. RELIGIOUS EXEMPTION may be
granted. The official NH Certificate of Religious Exemption form must be used
and it must be notarized.
MEDICATION
It is the policy that whenever a
child must receive prescription medication at school, we must have a written
authorization from the parent and a written statement from the physician
detailing the method of taking, the dosage and the time schedule to be
observed. A written request from the parent is necessary that indicates the
desire that the school assist the pupil in the manner set forth in the
physician's statement, accompanied by a "hold harmless" release,
signed by the parent or guardian. The prescription MUST be delivered in a
container labeled by a pharmacist with the student's name, physician's name,
date of prescription, name and strength of medication. All prescription
medications must be brought to the Nurse's Office by a parent or guardian.
FAMILY
EDUCATION RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT
In 1974, the Federal Government passed the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). The intention of this law is to protect the accuracy and privacy of student education records. Without prior written permission, only parents, legal quardians, authorized school staff, and, in appropriate circumstances, state and federal officials who have a legitimate educational purpose, have access to the educational records of Concord public school students. Under this law and School Board policy, parents and legal guardians are entitled to the following rights:
1. The right to inspect and review
their children’s educational record.
2. The right to seek to correct parts
of this record if they believe it to be inaccurate or misleading.
3. The right to limit disclosure of
information contained in the record.
4. The right to file a complaint if
there is a violation of this law.
Also, as permitted under the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act, the following information has been designated by the Concord Board of Education as "directory information." This permits our schools to use this information without prior written consent if, and only if, it is used to publish student yearbooks, programs for athletic teams, performing groups, and graduation ceremonies, as well as to publicize the academic awards and honors of individual students:
1. The student's name.
2. The student's class (i.e. first,
seventh, twelfth, etc.).
3. The student's extra curricular
activities.
4. The name of the school the student
currently attends.
5. Achievement awards and honors.
6. Weight, height, and position on
athletic teams.
If any parent, guardian, or student* over the age of eighteen years wishes that any or all of the items listed above not be used for the purpose stated, please advise the school principal in writing prior to the start of the school year.
If there are any questions regarding these rights or this policy, please contact Chris Rath, Superintendent of Schools, Tel. 225-0811.
*The rights and protections given parents under FERPA and this policy transfer to the student when he/she reaches the age of 18 or enrolls in an institution of post-secondary education.
SPECIAL
EDUCATION
Special education is the educating of
handicapped children. Since the mid-seventies, many changes have been made in
laws affecting the education of handicapped children. Public Law 94-142
is The Education for All Handicapped Children Act, which stipulates that all
handicapped children 3 through 21 years of age shall receive a free,
appropriate public education.
What handicaps entitle
children to receive Special Education services?
The handicapped
conditions that are mentioned in special education laws are:
-visual impairments
-hearing impairments
-speech and language impairments
-mental retardation
-multi-handicapping conditions
-serious emotional disturbances
-physical impairments
-learning disabilities
-other health impairments
If a child is found to have one
or more of these conditions AND it substantially interferes with his/her
ability to learn and perform in school, then the child is entitled to special
education and related services. If you have any questions regarding special
education, please contact your child's teacher or any special education teacher
at Dewey/Kimball.
CHILD FIND
Concord School District provides a
free, appropriate education to all educationally handicapped students between
the ages of 3 and 21, who reside within the jurisdiction of the District.
As a part of its Child Find Program, the District wishes to identify and
evaluate all Children age 0 through 21 who may be educationally handicapped.
If you suspect that your child has a handicapping condition that may require special education services, contact your local school principal. The principal will help to insure that all concerns are addressed and will provide you further information.
In general, if a referral is
received, the local school will provide appropriate evaluations and hold one or
more meetings with you to establish what, if any, handicap your child may have.
PARENT
CONFERENCES/ SCHOOL VISITATION
Our teachers are always willing to
meet with parents. It is preferred that an appointment be set up to coincide
with the teacher's schedule. If you wish to contact the school during
school hours, the office will take a message for any teacher. Email is an effective method of
communicating with district staff.
The schools are open to parents at all times. All parents and visitors are requested to report to the office. Classroom visitations are welcome but parents are asked to schedule a time for the visitation with the teacher and limit the time of the visit.
STANDARDS
Concord School District academic
standards are posted on our district web site for all curriculum areas http://www.concord.k12.nh.us/standards/curr/index.html. Staff are constantly refining and
evaluating standards to exceed expectations of other state and national
measures.
ASSESSMENT
At Dewey/Kimball Schools, we are
proud of the assessment systems we use to measure student progress and growth.
We use a range of tools that include:
REPORT CARDS - Issued in
mid-November, mid-March and the end of the year, the report card measures
student achievement in all subject areas.
PORTFOLIOS - Collections of student
writings and research demonstrate competencies in a variety of skills.
STUDENT / TEACHER / PARENT /
CONFERENCES - These meetings provide open communications and goal setting in a
positive and productive climate.
STANDARDIZED TESTS - The NH State
Assessments, (Gr. 3) and Houghton-Mifflin Reading/Writing Achievement Tests
(Gr. 2-5) give us valuable information comparing student performance both
against established state standards and age level peers nationally.
WRITING ASSESSMENTS - The Concord
School District writing assessment measures student growth in six major areas
of written composition.
MATH ASSESSMENTS - District developed
math assessments at grades 2 and 5 measure progress on the district math
standards.
READING
RECOVERY
Reading Recovery is an early
intervention program for first graders needing extra teacher support in the
initial stages of learning to read. Children who are selected for this program
work one on one with specially trained teachers each day in half hour lessons,
practicing the reading behaviors good readers use. The intervention is
designed to be intensive and short term. It takes place in addition to
the reading instruction the children receive in their first grade classroom.
Children are discontinued from the program when they are able to use these
helpful "strategies" independently.
BICYCLES,
SCOOTERS, SKATEBOARDS
And ROLLERBLADES
With parent permission, children are
allowed to bring these means of transportation to school. Locks are recommended
for all bikes in the racks. Helmets are required for all students riding
any wheeled device to school. This is a privilege that will be suspended if
safety rules are not followed. Riding on the playground is not
allowed. Please review all safety rules with your child on a regular
basis.
CROSSING
GUARDS
There will be crossing guards at the
following corners: Liberty-School, Liberty-Centre, Centre-N. Spring,and
Warren-N. Spring.
Please have your child cross with
these guards whenever possible. Parents, please set a good example and
cross with the crossing guards.
NO
SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENT
There may be occasions to close
school in an emergency such as a snowstorm. The local radio stations will
broadcast the message.
LOST
AND FOUND
Please check with the office to
locate lost items. Label all jackets, lunchboxes, etc. clearly with your
child's name. If the articles are not claimed at the end of the year, the
school will donate useable clothing to charity.
SPECIAL
EVENTS/ ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES
SARGENT ESSAY
A city-wide competition is held for
5th graders who are challenged to write an essay on patriotism. It is written
to coincide with Memorial Day. The top paper in the district receives a
$50.00 savings bond.
WOMEN IN HISTORY ESSAY AWARD
The 5th graders of Kimball School are
asked to write an essay on "Women In History." The top essay
writers receive $50.00 savings bonds.
PRESIDENTIAL ACADEMIC FITNESS
AWARDS
This award is presented to the top
achieving fifth graders in each class. Students must exceed classroom
expectations for academic performance in all areas.
DESTINATION IMAGINATION
This is a student directed program in
which seven team members attempt to solve problems in long term, spontaneous
and style categories. The categories vary from year to year, but they
usually include a technical problem, developing and implementing a new product
or idea, bridge building, dramatic arts, and reinventing or redoing an old
idea. Each team must also compete in a spontaneous problem solving event.
Kimball teams have been most successful at the regional and state level in past
years.
KIMBALL MUSICAL THEATRE
Students in grades 2-5 have the
opportunity to participate in a musical theatre presentation. This after school
activity involves singing, acting, and artistic skills. Parent volunteers have
worked with staff to make this an important part of our school’s enrichment
program. There have been two sessions offered each year to accommodate all
interested students.
TALENT SHOW
Students in grades 4 and 5 are
eligible to participate in our annual talent show. This event is organized by
our guidance counselor and gives many of our students an opportunity to present
special talents and skills.
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHY BEE
Every winter the 4th and 5th grade
students participate in the National Geography Bee. Through the process of
elimination we select one child who may qualify to participate in the State
Championship. State winners receive a trip to Washington for the U.S.
finals.
NATIONAL SPELLING BEE
Each year a spelling bee will be held
to determine a school representative for county, statewide and national
competition. Classroom winners are determined and those students compete in a
school championship following National Spelling Bee guidelines.
CHESS CLUB
The Dewey/Kimball Chess Club meets
during the winter months. Students learn the game and compete at their level of
proficiency. A voluntary tournament determines a school champion for 4th
and 5th grades.
MUSIC PROGRAM
The school district offers an
excellent music program and the following options are available for the
children in the Concord Schools:
Chorus and String (gr. 4-5)
Wind and Percussion (gr. 5)
The Concord School District offers
class instruction on string instruments. This instruction is offered without
charge and works towards participation in the district's string orchestra
program. In the spring, the students prepare for a final concert.
Free lessons are available on wind and percussion instruments. Students may
participate in an all-city band. Instrument rentals are available.
Mrs. Harmon’s web site is a world
class collection of digital recordings, student’s lyrics and original
compositions http://csd.k12.nh.us/%7echarm/
WINTER ACTIVITIES PROGRAM – for 5 Tuesday afternoons in January and
February, our students participate in a variety of enrichment activities:
PAT'S PEAK SKI and SNOWBOARD
- offers skiing and lessons to the
students. It is available to K-5 children. Kindergarten children may
participate in this program if accompanied by an adult. Tim Sullivan
coordinates the program and welcomes new parent volunteers.
SKATING, INDOOR SOCCER, TRAVEL
CLUB, LANGUAGE CLUB and COMPUTER LAB are among the other offerings for Tuesday
afternoons each year.
JUNIOR GREAT BOOKS
The Junior Great Books program is a
voluntary, enrichment activity sponsored by PTO focused on reading selected
stories of classic literature. The groups are available at different times of
the year for all grade levels. Laurie Owen and Louise Spencer are coordinating
the program this year.
YOUNG INVENTORS PROGRAM
This competition encourages
creativity, problem solving and inventiveness. Students develop and display
inventions which are judged by staff on a number of criteria. Winners from each
grade level are chosen to show their inventions at a regional program.
DEWEY
KIMBALL TIMES
Students and the publicity
representative of the PTO publish the DEWEY/KIMBALL TIMES the first school day
of each month. A box is located at each school for letters and notices
for publication. Online version http://csd.k12.nh.us/%7ekhemi/dkt/current
VOLUNTEER
PROGRAM
There is an active volunteer program
at Dewey and Kimball schools. Volunteer coordinators in each building run
this program. There are many different volunteer opportunities available.
If you are interested in this program please leave your name with the
appropriate volunteer coordinator or with your child's teacher.
CHILD
CARE OPTIONS
After school child care is a concern
of many families. The following community organizations provide opportunities
for activity and supervision.
The After School Program 225-4862
Concord YMCA 228-9622
Concord Boys and Girls Club 224-1061
Girls Inc. 223-0087
St. Paul's School Children’s 229-5571
Learning Center