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2012-2013Student Handbook

The Rush Springs School District shall provide equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, marital status, veteran or military status, disability, or any other legally protected status. The district Title IX Coordinator is Pat Cave, Counselor, Rush Springs Schools, PO Box 308, Rush Springs, OK 73082 Phone 580-476-3447 ext 205.

RUSH SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL

STUDENTSAND PARENTS

Welcome

The purpose of this handbook is to better acquaint students, parents and teachers of the academic, extra-curricular, and discipline policies of Rush Springs Middle School. Through this information we hope to unify and work together to make the school year rewarding and beneficial to the student. Many of the problems that arise in our school may be eliminated by knowledge and understanding of the information in this handbook.

It is the desire of the administration and your teachers that you will use this handbook to become well informed about your school and its regulations and be challenged to live up to the standards of Rush Springs Middle School.

We are proud of Rush Springs Middle School and its traditions. We want all students to feel that the school belongs to you and you belong to the school. As a student of Rush Springs Middle School, take pride in yourself and your school. As years go by, we believe that you will look back on your middle school years as some of the happiest days of your life.

**Please look though the handbook and sign and return all necessary forms to the office.

Special Notice to Parents…

Student/Parent Internet Access

To Grades/Attendance

We are glad to announce that the Rush Springs School District will continue to provide a web site for students and parents to access student’s grades and attendance records as has been done for the past few years. The site is MAS (Municipal Accounting System). You and your child received an ID and password last year. If for some reason you do not have your ID and/or password, a new one will be issued to you upon request. It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to access the site on a regular basis (weekly is suggested)in order to obtain your child’s grades and absences/tardies report. MAS will be the primary means of communications to inform parents/guardians about their child’s performance. Individuals without internet access are invited to come to the Rush Springs Middle School or to the public library to access the site. School/library personnel will be present to assist you. The parent/guardian might simply instruct the child to bring home a printout of the report.

2012-2013

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Parent and student need to read and sign this page and the other side of this page. This form needs to be returned in the first five days of school.

Receipt of Student Handbook

My child has received a copy of the student handbook. We have gone over it and we understand and will abide by all policies set forth by Rush Spring Middle School. Parents and students are encouraged to pay special attention to sections regarding detention, attendance, discipline, cell phones, and the MAS system.

Due to the changing culture, unforeseen or overlooked aspects of the middle school operation and/or environment, this handbook is subject to change to change by the administration. All changes, minor and major, will be provided to all students and school personnel in an appropriate manner. Some changes may take place immediately if determined necessary by administration.

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Student Signature Parent/Guardian Signature Date

Student Information Permission

At various times the school may furnish to the newspaper, radio/television, sports, various organizations or individuals the names, addresses, telephone numbers, images, achievements, etc. of a student and/or their parents/family of the Rush Springs School System. Reasons for providing this information/images might include but is not limited to yearbook, news articles, schoolweb page, student directories, school videos, etc. By signing below, you give consent.

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Student Signature Parent/Guardian Signature Date

Authorization for Medical Care

I give permission for the school personnel to administer emergency medical care to my child as stated below:

  1. Standard first aid procedures
  2. Administration of non-aspirin pain relievers
  3. Administration of prescription medicines pursuant to the handbook. (Any prescription medicine brought to school by the student will need to be turned in to the office for proper administration.
  4. In the event that a student needs professional medical attention, and the parent/guardian cannot be reached, the school personnel may authorize the EMS to assist the student as needed or school personnel may transport the child to the nearest appropriate medical facility.

______Permission granted

Parent/Guardian Signature

______Permission not granted

Parent/Guardian Signature

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Rush Springs Middle School

Trip Activity Form

Attention parents:

At various times during the school year students will take field trips or leave the school to go the following example of places:

Academic meets

Yearbook activities

Educational/reward trips

Extracurricular activities

Canadian Valley Career Technology Center

Locations near the school that might be within walking distance

Locations near the school that require a short bus ride

Plus other school related activities

Students are generally told days in advance of all trips/outings and it is their responsibility to keep parents informed of all activities. There may also be events that become available for your child to be a part in which little or no prior notice may be given. Some activities may be a surprise due to a class/individual being rewarded. Students should know doctor appointments, dentist appointments, etc. and therefore not participate in an activity that would create a conflict.

This form gives your child, ______, permission to attend school sponsored activities for the 2012-2013 school year.

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Signature of parent/guardian

If you wish for permission not to be given, please write “Permission not given” across this page and sign it.

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2012-2013

Student’s Name: ______Grade: ______

RushSpringsPublicSchool District Student Drug Testing Consent Form
Statement of Purpose and Intent

Participation in school sponsored extra-curricular activities and driving to/from school at the RushSpringsSchool District is a privilege. Activity students carry a responsibility to themselves, their fellow students, their parents, and their school to set the highest possible examples of conduct, which includes avoiding the use or possession of illegal drugs.

Drug use of any kind is incompatible with participation in extra-curricular activities on behalf of the RushSpringsPublicSchool District. Furthermore, the district wishes to make available to students who do not participate in extra-curricular activities equal opportunities for testing. For the safety, health, and well being of the students of the district, the RushSpringsPublicSchool District has adopted the attached Student Drug Testing Policy and the Student Drug Testing Consent for use by all participating students in grades 6-12.

Students Participating in Extra-Curricular Activities

Each Activity Student or Student Driver shall be provided with a copy of the Student Drug Testing Policy and Student Drug Testing Consent which shall be read, signed, and dated by the student, parent or custodial guardian, and coach/sponsor before such student shall be eligible to practice or participate in any interscholastic activities. The consent shall be to provide a sample: a) as part of their annual physical or for eligibility for participation; b) as chosen by the random selection basis; and c) at any time requested based on reasonable suspicion to be tested for illegal or performance-enhancing drugs. No student shall be allowed to practice or participate in any activity governed by the policy unless the student has returned the properly signed Student Drug Testing Consent.

Student’s Last NameFirst NameM.I.

Students Not Participating in Extra-Curricular Activities

Each student shall be provided with a copy of the Student Drug Testing Policy and Student Drug Testing Consent which shall be read, signed, and dated by the student and parent or custodial guardian. The consent shall be to provide a sample: a) as chosen by the random selection basis; and b) at any time requested based on reasonable suspicion to be tested for illegal or performance-enhancing drugs. Results will be confidential and will be shared only with the parents and/or custodial guardian. No punitive action will be taken as a result of a positive test when done in conjunction with this policy. Parents will be encouraged to take advantage of the counseling provisions of this policy.

Student’s Last NameFirst NameM.I.

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I understand after having read the “Student Drug Testing Policy” and “Student Drug Testing Consent,” that, out of care for my safety and health, the RushSpringsSchool District enforces the rules applying to the consumption or possession of illegal and performance-enhancing drugs. I realize that the personal decision I make daily in regard to the consumption or possession of illegal or performance-enhancing drugs may affect my health and well-being as well as the possible endangerment of those around me and reflect upon any organization with which I am associated. If I choose to violate school policy regarding the use or possession of illegal or performance-enhancing drugs any time while I am involved in in-season or off-season activities, I understand upon determination of that violation I will be subject to the restrictions on my participation as outlined in the Policy.

______YES, I CHOOSE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE DRUG TESTING PROGRAM.

(I have not been coerced into participating.)

______NO, I CHOOSE NOT TO PARTICIPATE IN THE DRUG TESTING PROGRAM.

Signature of StudentDate

We have read and understood the Rush Springs School District Student Drug Testing Policy and Student Drug Testing Consent. We desire that the student named above participate in the extra-curricular interscholastic programs of the RushSpringsSchool District (or voluntarily submit to testing if not participating in these programs) and we hereby voluntarily agree to be subject to its terms. We accept the method of obtaining samples, testing and analysis of such specimens, and all other aspects of the program. We further agree and consent to the disclosure of the sampling, testing and results as provided in this program.

______YES, WE AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS POLICY.

______NO, WE DO NOT WANT OUR SON/DAUGHTER TESTED ACCORDING TO THE TERMS OF THIS POLICY.

Signature of Parent or Custodial GuardianDate

Signature of Coach or SponsorActivity

The Rush Springs School District shall provide equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, marital status, veteran or military status, disability, or any other legally protected status. The district Title IX Coordinator is Pat Cave, Counselor, Rush Springs Schools, PO Box 308, Rush Springs, OK 73082 Phone 580-476-3447 ext 205.

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RUSHSPRINGSHIGH SCHOOL

STAFF AND PERSONNEL

(2012-2013)

RUSH SPRINGS BOARD OF EDUCATION

President…….…...….James Rennaker

Vice-President…..…..Doug Krey

Clerk……….…….…John Borski

Member……..…..….Eddy Rathbun

Member……….…...Deana Nichols

ADMINISTRATION

Superintendent…………………....………Mike Zurline

Principal……………………..…………..…….Pat Cave

SERVICES

Principal’s Office Asst………..……Patty Myers

Librarian………………….….……..CherlyRolin

Athletic Director……….……….Jimmy McAdoo

Supt.’s Office Asst………….………Diedre Hale

Lunch Clerk……………………..Sharon Dennis

Cafeteria Services………………..Sharon Dennis

Special Education Director…..………Alan Perry

Counselor…………………..………….Pat Cave

Title IX Coordinator……….….………Pat Cave

FACULTY

Tim Beard

Lorena Bussey

Renessa Cramer

Fred Fitzgerald

Renee Hayes

Tim Johnson

Tara Jaronek

Larry Lance

Richie Large

Rachel Mathis

Jimmy McAdoo

Rick Parrish

Trent Parrish

Cheryl Rolin

LaDonna Sanders

Cindy Sweat

Phil Wilderson

I. ACADEMIC INFORMATION

Middle School Bell Schedule:

8:00……………..….………1stBell

8:05-8:20……….………..Breakfast

8:20-9:10………….………1st Hour

9:15-10:05………..………2nd Hour

10:10-11:00……..…………3rd Hour

11:05-11:55………..………4th Hour

11:55-12:25………………….Lunch

12:30-1:20…………………5thHour

1:25-2:15………….………6th Hour

2:20-3:10………….………7th Hour

There is a one-minute warning bell preceding each tardy bell.

  1. CHANGE OF SCHEDULE:

Students desiring to drop a course or to make changes in their schedule must tell the office of this request. A cut-off date within the first 3 days of the semester will be established where no more schedule changes can be made except by a request of a teacher or for reason’s deemed appropriate/necessary by the principal. (ADMINISTRATION APPROVAL ALWAYS REQUIRED).

  1. GRADE CARDS:

Grade cards will be issued after each 9-week quarter. Only semester grades will be recorded on each student’s transcript.

  1. GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA)

The GPA shall be calculated by dividing the total of the grade point values by the number of grades. Grades for PE, Driver’s Education, and athletic courses will be either pass or fail, and will not be used in the GPA calculation. Career Technology class grades will be factored into a student’s GPA. The GPA of students will be used for determining class rankings.

  1. DEFICIENCY REPORTS:

While parents/guardians may receive deficiency reports and other information regarding their child’s academic, behavioral, and attendance activities, all parents should monitor their child’s grades and attendance on the MAS grading system (see inside front cover.). MAS/Internet Grading System is the official notice of grade and attendance status.

  1. COURSES NOT PART OF THE DISTRICT’S PROGRAMS:

Instructional programs offered over the Internet or by correspondence may/may not be counted for middle school credit.

  1. SUMMER SCHOOL:

Some students may attend summer school to make-up credits. Students shall not attend summer school to get ahead on credits. Summer school classes will be approved through the counselor’s office. At this time summer school is not offered on our campus, but may be accessible in the county or nearby counties. Students should consult the administration before signing up for summer school classes to ensure the student is taking the proper courses and will receive credit.

  1. 8th Grade Graduation:

The eighth grade graduation ceremony is a special and unique ceremony. Students should dress their best for the ceremony and conduct themselves as instructed during graduation practice. No student is to dress or behave in a manner that draws undue/unwarranted attention to themselves or distracts from the ceremony. Boys should wear dress pants and dress shirts and girls should wear pant suits or dresses. Suits and prom type dresses are not required. 8th grade students are not required to participate in the ceremony. More information will be made available to parents and students prior to graduation. Administration may add further restrictions and/or requirements that may be deemed necessary and appropriate but not contemplated or known at the time this handbook was published. These changes may be applied with little or no notice.

  1. Student Counseling Services:

Our school provides facilities for counseling services for all students. We urge students to take advantage of these opportunities that are presented to them. Our counselor will assist students with educational, vocational, social, and emotional problems with which the student feels they need help.

R. Oklahoma Promise (OHLAP) and Scholarships

Starting in the 8th grade, students are able to enroll in the Oklahoma Promise, tuition scholarship program. The Rush Springs Middle School will assist parents and students in applying for the Oklahoma Promise (OHLAP) and scholarships. The school will provide transcripts and will as necessary assist students/parents in applying for scholarships. However, it is the responsibility of the students and/or parents to complete, send, and mail the information to the appropriate parties. Please note that OHLAP must be completed no later than June of a student’s sophomore year.

The Oklahoma Promise has specific requirements to complete in order to qualify for the scholarship before attending college. Part of the requirements are grades, refraining from substance abuse, attending school and doing school work properly as determined by the school, refraining from criminal and delinquent act, and several others. It is the responsibility of the parents/students to fulfill all of the requirements expected by the Oklahoma Promise and other scholarship offers.

Z. Due to the changing culture, unforeseen or overlooked aspects of the high school operation and/or environment, this handbook is subject to change by the administration. All changes, minor and major, will be provided to all students and school personnel in an appropriate manner. Some changes may take place immediately if determined necessary by administration.

II. ATTENDANCE

RushSpringsPublic School believes that regular school attendance is extremely important to a student’s education. Studies show that there is a strong correlation between a student’s attendance and academic achievement. The school seeks the cooperation of parents in helping develop good attendance habits with our students.

  1. OKLAHOMA STATE SCHOOL LAW, ARTICLE IX SECTION 22A:

1) Parents have the responsibility of seeing that students attend school until they are 18

years of age. (At age 16, an agreement may be reached with the school where the parent

signs off where they will be responsible for the student’s education, not the school.)

2)The Grady County District court may fine, arrest, and/or jail parents if their child does not attend school for unexcused reasons.

3)Parents must contact the school when a student is absent.

(Preferably the day that the student is absent.)

4)School administration is required to report students to the Dept. of Human Services and/or the District Attorney if the student is not present for 80% of the instruction.

5)School administration is required to report students to the District Attorney if the student has 4 or more unexcused absences in a 4 week period. Three unexcused tardies equals one unexcused absence. School administration may choose to report to the district attorney or the Rush Springs Police Department the unexcused absence of a student for only one unexcused absence for one period.