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2017-18
Central Regional
School District
509 Forest Hills Parkway
Bayville, N.J. 08721
(732) 269-1100
Student Name ______
Home Address ______
Phone Number (h)______(c)______
Email ______
Grade ______Homeroom ______Locker Number ______
Administration
Triantafillos Parlapanides, Ed. D., Superintendent
Thomas J. Gallahue, Jr., Chief Academic Officer
Kevin O’Shea, School Business Administrator
Joseph Firetto, Principal
Irene P. Marousis, Assistant Principal
Kevin Buscio, Supervisor of English, Social Studies, Arts
Felicya Morreale, Supervisor of Math, Science
Timothy Murphy, Supervisor of Testing, Foreign Language
Darryl Heale, Director of Student Personnel Services
John Scran, Athletic Director
Colleen McCauley, Supervisor of Special Services
Barbara Sargeant, Transportation Coordinator
Sam Pepe, Supervisor of Buildings & Grounds
Board of Education Members
Tracy Mianulli, President..... Seaside Park
Michael Passeri, Vice President…..Ocean Gate
Susan Cowdrick…..Island Heights
George Dohn…..Berkeley
Michael Graichen…..Seaside Heights
Denise Pavone-Wilson…..Berkeley
Ralph Frulio…..Berkeley
Louis Tuminaro…..Berkeley
Al Aires…..Berkeley
Welcome …………………………………………………………………………………3
Faculty, Staff……………………………..………………………………………………3
Mission Statement, Philosophy…………………………………………………………..4
Affirmative Action Classroom Practices, Equal Educational Opportunities…………....4
Expectations for Pupil Conduct…………………………………………………………..5
School Visitors, Honor Code, Assembly Programs, Bell Schedule……………………...6
Emergency School Closing & Delayed Openings, Media Center, Internet Access……..6
Special Services Department……………………………………………………………..7
ATTENDANCE………………………………………………………………………….7
Early Arrival, Tardiness, Late Arrival & Early Dismissal……………………………….8
Definitions/Procedures……………………………………………………………………8
GUIDANCE………………………………………………………………………………9
Student Assistance Program, Intervention and Referral Service…………………………9
Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying…………………………………………………..10
Realtime Parent & Student Portals………………………………………………………. 10
Change of Address, Phone Number, or Contact Information……………………………10
Marking Periods Dates, Mid-Term and Final Exams, Promotion Requirements………..10
Grading, Report Cards and Interim Progress Reports, Homework, Textbooks………..11
Academic Recognition, Transfer of Students, Working Papers………………………11-12
Office Hours, Make-up/Extra Assignments, Standardized Testing Information……….12
HEALTH SERVICES……………………………………………………………………13
Health Office Information, Dispensing of Medication…………………………………..13
Emergency procedure forms, Accidents and Illness……………………………………..13-14
Physical Education Excuses, Automated External Defibrillators (AED)…………….14
Homebound Instruction…………………………………………………………………..14
CODE OF CONDUCT……………………………………………………………………14-15
Discipline Guidelines, Expected Behavior, Discipline Actions………………………….15
Detention, In School Suspension (ISS)…………………………………………………....16
Drug Policy, Smoking, Weapons, Demonstrations, Disruptions………………………...16-17
Leaving School Property………………………………………………………………….17
Electronic Devices (Cell phones, tablets, speakers etc.)………………………………….17
Hall Conduct, Student ID Badges…………………………………………………………17
Dress Code…………………………………………………………………………………17
Cafeteria Rules…………………………………………………………………………….18
Coat/Bookbag/Backpack Policy…………………………………………………………..18
Lockers…………………………………………………………………………………….18-19
Transportation…………………………………………………………………………..…19
Safety & Security………………………………………………………………………….19-20
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES…………………………………………………..20
Eligibility, Waiver & Academic Probation Procedures, Sportsmanship…………………21
Athletic Awards, Prevention of Concussion………………………………………………22
AVAILABLE EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES…………………………………..22
Social Events & Class Trips……….....……………………………………………………22
Dances, Staying after school for Extra-Curricular Events………………………..……….22-23
Candy Sales………………………………………………………………………………..23
Student Council, Student Activities/Criteria for Running for an Office………………….23
Junior National Honor Society Selection Process…………………………………………24
Conclusion…………………………………………………………………………………24
2017-2018 School Calendars………………………………………………………………24-25
Dear Student & Parents,
On behalf of the staff, welcome to Central Regional Middle School! We are very excited about you joining our learning community either as a newcomer or returning student. I’m certain you will enjoy your experiences and journey through middle school provided you take advantage of every opportunity for learning and fun.
This handbook and agenda will serve as a valuable tool in making you organized and successful as a learner. It contains valuable and critical information that will assist you throughout the school year; we hope you will make regular use of this helpful resource.
CRMS is a great school where students receive quality instruction in a safe and respectful culture of learning. We want the best for our students and look forward to working with our parents in a partnership of academic success. Parents, we encourage you to talk often to your children about their school day and the amazing things they are doing in the classroom or at extracurricular activities. Please take the time to read, review and take note of the contents of the agenda. Should you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me at 732-269-1100 ext. 313 or simply refer to our district website.
Have a great school year-I look forward to working with each of you!
Joseph F. Firetto
Joseph F. Firetto
Principal
Teaching Staff
Amy AdamsScott AlfanoJulia Baranyay
Bobbi-Lyn BatchelorBrianne BrunsLinda Bush
Julia CarterNicole CarusoJamie Cestare
Sara ChatmanChristopher ClericoJami Cousins
Jennifer DegnanMatthew DelPreteMark Dettlinger
Linda DevenneyMatthew DimterJoshua Eckersley
Arthur EpsteinPatty FortusJo-Dee Frulio
Jaclyn GoldenJonathan GrossmanCrystal Hayes
Christine JohnstonKaitlyn Kirwan-JorgensenRichard Lanko
Liora LavonErin LeonardKathleen Loughran
Spyridula ManolisCiara MastrodomenicoMichael Mastropierro
Liora LavonMichael MorrealeSamantha Muccino
Holly NittoCarrie ParentMeredith Parliman
Jodi PlutaChristine RyanCraig Salvatore
Valerie SchaeferBarbara Scheid-PrestonRosemarie Shivers
Michelle SmithJessica SoellLauren Stoltzfus
Kelly TobinJoseph TothWendy Vacante
Katie Van De WaterMichele Vitiello
Susan WagnerLauren Zawada
Support Staff
Nicole CarusoLinda ChoateKristine Golda
Kyle CroninLaurie KearneyBonnie Kiesewetter
Kathleen KropkeLynne LaskoChrisine Selby
Lori Weipz
Paraprofessionals
Catherine BiebelDoris BrinamenLisa Brocklebank
Suzanne CampbellRenne DeFrancescoFaith Erdman
Penny GolinskiMatthew KeiferMichelle Klass Sam Lasko Mike Moll Fran Morton Jen Murphy James Plummer Devin Rachlin Ann Marie Santone Nancye Smith Audrey Stout Joseph Tenpenny Kerri VanHise Cathy Wedding
Secretarial Staff
Mary Jane CohenLauren DeBartolomeisBarbara Elliott
Christine PepeKathryn Schwartz
The Administration recommends that you familiarize yourself with this handbook. Students are held responsible for all district rules, policies, and regulations. Any updated policy from the Board of Education or rule adaptation by the administration during the course of the school year will supersede the contents of this handbook.
Please check the school website, to review all policies/regulations and for current happenings for the middle school.
Mission Statement
To raise the achievement level of all students who enter the doors of the Central Regional School District and to ensure that they master the skills necessary to lead a productive life.
Philosophy
Central Regional School District believes that the prime responsibility of the school district is to provide the best possible educational program for the students who are in the regional district. The students of the schools, representing the five communities, form a pluralistic group in the truest sense. The purpose of education in the Central Regional School District is to facilitate the development of a child to his/her greatest potential.
(Policy 2110)
Affirmative Action Classroom Practices
The Board of Education shall provide equal and bias-free access for all pupils to all school facilities, courses, programs, activities, and services, regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender, religion, disability, or socioeconomic status.
(Policy 2260)
Equal Educational Opportunities
The Board of Education directs that all pupils enrolled in the schools of this district shall be afforded equal educational opportunities in strict accordance with law. No pupil shall be denied access to or benefit from any educational program or activity or from a co-curricular or athletic activity on the basis of the pupil’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectation or sexual orientation or sex, social or economic status, or disability. The Board shall assure that all pupils are free from harassment, sexual or otherwise.
(Policy 5750, 5755)
Expectations for Pupil Conduct
The Board of Education believes that pupils should commit themselves to learning and to the development of their unique potential. Pupils should know that their attitudes and acts affect both their own and their classmates' learning and should accept responsibility for helping to create a positive school environment. With the support and assistance of school staff members and parent(s) or legal guardian(s), all pupils can contribute to the effectiveness of the schools and the value of their education.
The Board expects all pupils in this school district, commensurate with their age and ability, to:
- Prepare themselves mentally and physically for the process of learning;
- Respect the person, property, and intellectual and creative products of others;
- Take responsibility for their own behavior;
- Use time and other resources responsibly;
- Share responsibilities when working with others;
- Meet the requirements of each course of study;
- Monitor their own progress toward school objectives; and
- Communicate with parent(s) or legal guardian(s) and appropriate school staff
members.
(Policy 5500)
School Visitors
All visitors are required to sign in at the front desk and then report to the Main Office before proceeding to any part of the building. No student may have visitors in school.
(Policy 9150)
Honor Code
It is the responsibility of all members of an academic community to ensure that high standards of academic integrity are promoted and maintained.
- All forms of cheating and plagiarism are unacceptable.
- All work submitted is expected to be the independent and original work of the student who submitted it (unless stated).
- Allowing another to use your work for dishonest purposes is unacceptable.
(Policy 5701)
Assembly Programs
Periodic assembly programs are arranged for the student body. All students must sit with their assigned classes during an assembly. All students are required to conduct themselves in a proper manner in an assembly. Courtesy toward guests and visitors is a basic requirement of all students.
Bell Schedule
Released from the Bus8:40 am
Homeroom8:45 – 8:54 am
Period 18:57 – 9:42 am
29:46 – 10:31 am
310:35 – 11:20 am
411:24 – 11:49 am (lunch)
511:53 – 12:08 pm
612:12 – 12:37 pm (lunch)
712:41 – 12:56 pm
8 1:00 – 1:25 pm (lunch)
9 1:29 – 1:44 pm
101:48 – 2:13 pm (lunch)
112:17 – 3:02 pm
Emergency School Closing & Delayed Openings
These delaysandscheduled half days will alter the bell schedule above.
An automated phone call will go out to all homes. Please be sure that the number you wish to be called is correct. The number that is listed as your “home” number is the one called, so if you prefer to have a cell number called make sure that guidance has that number listed as your home number. Note: The home number is the first number that is always called when trying to get in touch with a parent.
Announcements will also be broadcasted over radio station WOBM 92.7-F. M
Media Center
The media center will be opened each day from 8:50 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. unless otherwise notified. The media center is to be used for reference work and reading. The media specialist will honor a limited number of passes during lunch times and from classroom teachers.
Items are checked out for a period of three (3) weeks. Books can be returned to the book drop at any time during the day. A student must pay a $.02 cent a day fine for all overdue books. All books checked out are the responsibility of the students, and that student must pay for all damage or loss of the book.
Internet Access
Students in September of their seventh grade year will read over the school district's Internet Access Policy with their parents. Each seventh grade student will receive by mail the permission form for use of the media center computer lab as well as classroom computers. This form must be signed by the parent/guardian and returned to school. Without a signed form, students will not be permitted access to the Internet. Inappropriate use of the Internet may result in suspension of all Internet access.
(Policy 2361)
Special Services Department
The Department of Special Services is comprised of a director, a speech therapist, an occupational therapist, special education teachers, instructional aides, one (1) learning disabilities teacher-consultant, one (1) social worker, and one (1) school psychologist. The child study team staff has the responsibility of examining, classifying, and recommending special education programs for a pupil considered to be educationally handicapped and needing special help. It also provides preventive and supportive services to non-handicapped youth by suggesting programs, techniques, and materials to the regular staff.
Students who fail to make an adequate school adjustment emotionally, socially, or academically or who experience special physical or communication difficulties may be referred to the team with parental written permission by themselves, their parents, teachers, principal, assistant principal, guidance counselor, school nurse, or other medical consultant or social agencies entrusted with their welfare.
ATTENDANCE
In accordance with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A:38-25, every parent, guardian, or other person having control and custody of a child between the ages of six and sixteen shall cause the child to regularly attend school. The Board of Education requires students enrolled in the school district attend school regularly in accordance with the laws of the State.
In accordance with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 6A:16-7.6 and for the purposes of this Policy and Regulation 5200, a student’s absence from school will be excused or unexcused that counts toward truancy.
(Policy 5200)
Early Arrival
Any student who arrives to school prior to 8:40 a.m. must report to the cafeteria. Students are prohibited from going to their locker or to see staff prior to the start of the day.
Tardiness
Tardiness to school or class that is caused by a pupil's illness, an emergency in the pupil's family, the observance of a religious holiday, a death in the pupil's family, or by the pupil's compliance with a request or directive of an administrator will be considered justified and is excused. Documentation will be necessary for any excusal. All other incidents of tardiness will be considered unexcused.
(Policy 5240)
Late Arrival & Early Dismissal
Late arrival and early dismissal of a pupil on the prior written request of the pupil's parent(s) or legal guardian(s) may be excused. Good cause may include, but need not be limited to, medical and dental appointments that cannot be scheduled outside the school day, medical disability, and court appearances.
(Policy 5230)
Definitions/Procedures
ABSENCE FROM SCHOOL is not attending assigned classes and activities for the entire day or part of the school day. An absence from school will be regarded as excusedor unexcused and will be counted as part of the eighteen-day regulation with the exception of approved religious holidays, take your child to work day, (notes for these absences are required within 48 hours).
SCHOOL SPONSORED ACTIVITY will not be considered an absence and includes all sanctioned activities such as field trips, athletic events, and all other approved school-sponsored activities.
CLASS CUT is the unexcused or unexplained absence from one or more classes or activities. Discipline will be administered on a progressive basis by the administration. Excessive cuts will result in suspension and parent notification. Additional discipline may include, but is not limited to: failure of class or participation in extra-curricular activities/events.
TARDINESS If a student is late to school after 8:45 am, he/she must report to the Main Office to obtain an admittance slip. Students who attend less than four (4) hours of instructional time will be marked absent from school for the entire day. Discipline will be administered for students who arrive late to school.
MAKE-UP WORK
All students who are absent are expected to make up missed assignments. It shall be the student’s responsibility to contact his/her teachers about making up assignments missed because of absence.
EXCESSIVE ABSENCES
If a student has accumulated a total of eighteen (18) unexcused absences, the principal or his designee, after reviewing the circumstances in question, may sign a complaint against the parent or guardian in Municipal Court.
EARLY DISMISSAL
Students will only be released for any early dismissal to a parent, guardian, or person who appears on their emergency card. Valid identification is required.
Students who are absent from school for the entire day or part of the day (tardy or early dismissal) are not eligible to participate in a practice, game, or activity scheduled for that day without the written approval of the Principal or Assistant Principal.
GUIDANCE
It is the function of the guidance department to assist each student in deriving the greatest possible benefits from his/her middle school career. The counselors provide assistance in many areas such as: academic planning; assessment of student progress; interpretation of test results; career/employment counseling; personal and social counseling; and high school preparation. Members of the counseling staff are as follows:
Mr. DarrylHeale, Assistant Principal of Student Support Services
Mrs. Kristine Golda (A – J) ext. 318
Ms. Kathleen Kropke (K – Z) ext. 317
Mrs. Christine Selby (SAC) ext. 319
All students are invited to come to the guidance office to discuss any problems with the counselors. The members of the department are interested in each student individually, and are willing to help in any way possible. Fax: 732-269-4873
Student Assistance Program
The Student Assistance Program offers you a variety of prevention and intervention services to assist you with any issues that may be affecting your academic success. We encourage you to take advantage of the educational/support groups. These groups are specifically geared towards drug and alcohol prevention/use, anger management, self-esteem, coping skills and grief. Groups meet at certain intervals during the school year on a weekly basis. Confidentiality will be emphasized.
Crisis counseling is also available to students who experience situations that cause great stress and require intervention. Referral and resource services will be available to both students and their families. Individual counseling will take place as needed. Any questions should be directed to Mrs. Selby.
(Policy 5350, 5530)
Intervention and Referral Service
Central Regional Middle School has an Intervention and Referral Service (I&RS) committee. The purpose of I&RS is to identify students experiencing difficulty either academically, behaviorally or socially and to develop strategies to assist the students. (Policy 2417)
Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying
The board of education prohibits acts of harassment, intimidation, and bullying. A safe and civil environment in school is necessary for students to learn and achieve high academic standards. Harassment, intimidation, or bullying like other disruptive or violent behaviors, is conduct that disrupts both a pupil’s ability to learn and a school’s ability to educate its pupils in a safe and disciplined environment.