Dear Students and Families,

Welcome to Lipman Middle School!  Together with our students and our families, we form a strong partnership that helps guide our student body in academic achievement, problem solving, empathy building and social emotional growth.  

Lipman Warriors deserve a safe, engaging and modern environment in which to learn.  Our staff works hard to provide our students with conceptual, real-life learning opportunities and a variety of tools and strategies with which to be successful.  In turn, we ask our students to respect each other, classroom time and the school environment and to help us maintain a safe, action-oriented and beautiful campus.

This handbook is a tool for our school community for it contains the basic guidelines that ensure the academic growth and safety of our community.  Please take some time to review this handbook, and welcome to our school community!

Warmly,

Your principal, Jolene Heckerman

Lipman Middle School Family Handbook

MISSION STATEMENT

Lipman Middle School provides a nurturing, student-centered learning community where teachers and students engage in problem solving and share a passion for authentic learning in an environment of mutual respect.  We encourage students to express themselves academically, artistically, musically, and physically.  Our intent is that the “real-world” curriculum at Lipman encourages students to become responsible citizens of our community who strive for justice and action.

LIPMAN LEARNER QUALITIES

• At Lipman Middle School, our goal is to emphasize the following qualities of active learners and help students learn and practice the related skills.  Students will receive feedback on their progress in these LEARNER QUALITIES.

LIPMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL’S STANDARDS BASED REPORTING

Information and Frequently Asked Questions

There are four essential components of a standards-based teaching, learning, assessment and reporting system: 

• Content Standards – describe what a student should know and be able to do at each grade level in each content area
• Standards-based Curriculum – the teaching plan to ensure that instruction targets the content standards
• Assessments – formative (conducted during the learning process in order to modify teaching and learning activities) and summative (conducted at the end of unit) measurements to see if students are progressing toward or have met the content standards in the content area
• Standards-based Report Card – allows teachers to communicate a student’s progress on content standards throughout the school year

The Standards-based Report Card:

• Clarifies and reinforces consistent high expectations for students and schools. 
• Helps teachers, students and families focus on standards throughout the year. 
• Provides specific feedback on progress with the standards so students, families and teachers can work together to set meaningful goals for improvement.

What is standards-based grading? 

Standards-based grading communicates how students are performing on a set of clearly defined learning targets called standards. The purpose of standards-based grading is to identify what a student knows, or is able to do, in relation to pre-established learning targets, as opposed to simply averaging grades/scores over the course of a grading period, which can mask what a student has learned, or not learned, in a specific content area.

How does standards-based grading differ from traditional grading? 

Unlike with traditional grading systems, a standards-based grading system measures a student’s understanding or mastery within distinct grade-level standards.

A traditional report card does not provide specific feedback on progress with the different content standards in each subject area.

Standards-based report cards separate academic performance from work habits and behavior in order to provide families a more accurate view of a student’s progress in both academic and behavioral areas. Variables such as effort, active listening, organization, cooperation, responsibility and attendance are reported separately, not as an indicator of a student’s academic performance.

How are my child’s scores determined? 

A student’s performance on a series of assessments (both formative and summative) will be used to determine a student’s proficiency level within each standard. Practice assignments (homework) are just that, practice, and thus should serve primarily as a source of feedback and instructional support for both students and teachers. Scores on practice assignments should not be used as a major component of a student’s progress.  

Will my student still receive teacher comments on their report card? 

Yes. Individualized feedback is an essential component of standards-based grading. Effective feedback is a more useful source of information than simply assigning a numeric value or letter grade to student work.

What does it mean if a student receives 1’s and 2’s all year?  How will I know if my child needs help?

One benefit of a standards-based report card is that areas in need of support are clearly evident.  Receiving a 1 or 2 on a report card can be a sign that a student is in need of extra support in the areas where they are receiving low marks. 1’s and 2’s typically mean a student’s work is not yet meeting grade level standards.  We do have interventions in place at Lipman Middle School to support learners who are struggling to demonstrate mastery in content areas. 

How will honor roll be determined? 

The traditional concept of an Honor Roll does not easily match up with standards-based grading. Each trimester we conduct a Showcase of Learning, hosted in rotation by each grade level, and at the Showcase we honor students who academically exhibit Lifeskillss such as Problem Solving, Effort, Perseverance, and Curiosity.

Guide to Proficiency Levels

ONLINE STUDENT PORTAL  https://brisbane.schoolwise.com/ 

Please plan to check your progress with your parents/guardians using our system at least once every two weeks.  If you notice missing assignments or low scores, please discuss this with your parents/guardians and attempt to remedy the situation.  Parents and guardians should contact their child’s teachers immediately if they have continued concerns.  

ACADEMIC RECOGNITION

We acknowledge the perseverance, problem solving, effort and overall achievement of our students during a Showcase of Learning at the end of each trimester.  Awards include academic recognition, perfect attendance, Lifeskill recognition and more.  Each Showcase is “hosted” by a different grade level, beginning with the 8th grade.

HOMEWORK

Homework assignments are generally extensions of class work, make-up for work missed and/or long-range projects which must be completed to pass the course.

• Students are expected to complete assigned homework independently.
• Time spent on homework may vary; however, you can typically expect one hour of homework each evening, not including the recommended 30 minutes of reading time.
• Families should provide an efficient work area at home and monitor homework nightly. If your child frequently says that he/she has no homework, please check his or her online portal and/or Google Classroom for the list of assigned homework.  If nothing is listed, a call or email to the teacher(s) is recommended.
• Students are responsible for acquiring and completing homework missed during an absence.   Parents and guardians may request homework in the morning of an absence.  Work will either be shared digitally or ready on campus for a 4:00 pick-up.

GRADUATION

We host a Graduation Ceremony at the end of the 8th grade year.  8th Graders who are not progressing academically in the last two trimesters are placed on a probationary status, and unless improvement is made, may not receive a diploma and/or graduate on stage.    

PERSONAL APPEARANCE EXPECTATIONS/DRESS

Enforcement of the Lipman Middle School dress code shall not create disparities in equity, or reinforce or increase the marginalization of any group. It will not be enforced against students based on racial or gender identity, gender expression or nonconformity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, cultural or religious identity, household income, body size/type, or body maturity.

• All students must wear a TOP (shirt, blouse, tank, sweatshirt, etc.), BOTTOM (pants, shorts, skirt, dress, etc.), and FOOTWEAR.
• All students should wear clothing which allows them to participate appropriately in the movements of physical education class, and sneakers/tennis shoes. No crocs or slides, boots or other non-athletic style shoes for PE.
• Students may not wear clothing, jewelry, or personal items that:
• Demonstrate hate speech or hate group association/affiliation or contains threats toward protected groups (ie. race, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, etc.).
• Are pornographic or that refer to illicit or violent content such as weapons, drugs/drug paraphernalia, alcohol, and tobacco.
• Show private parts: nipples, buttocks, genitals.

Consequences for violation of these standards are directing the student to cover, change or remove the non-complying attire and the possible notification of the student's parents/guardians. Improper footwear in PE will be reflected in participation/cooperation scores.  The administration/school staff reserves the right to make determinations regarding dress.  

ATTENDANCE EXPECTATIONS

SCHOOL HOURS School is in session from 8:30AM-3:00PM Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and from 8:30AM-2:00PM on Wednesday.  The campus is closed before 8:15 AM and after 3:15 PM unless a student is participating in Club Lipman.

BELLS & TARDIES

The first warning bell rings 5 minutes prior to the start of the day.  Students should be in their seats before the final morning bell rings at 8:30AM.  If a student arrives after the final bell, a parent/guardian must sign the student in at the office to receive a pass to class OR a parent note is required by the following day.

ABSENCES

Please remember to call the front office (415) 467-9541 or email lipattendance@brisbanesd.org  if your student will be absent from school.

• A parental note is required within a day of a student's absence. Illness or doctor/dental appointments, attendance at funeral services of a member of their immediate family, and religious holiday observances are some of the only excused absences the State of California recognizes. Verification of absences is accepted only from parents or guardians.
• Parent/guardians must sign tardy students in at the front office or submit a note within one day of the late arrival.
• Students who are chronically absent or tardy will receive warning letters and may be required to attend a mandatory meeting with their parents, administration and local law enforcement to address the problem.
• If a student misses more than 10% of school days in session, any further absences for illness must be verified in writing by a physician.

INDEPENDENT STUDY

If your child(ren) will be out of school for 5-14 days, you may request an Independent Study plan by emailing Mrs. Heckerman. The request must be made 10 school days prior to the start of the leave.  In some situations, independent study may be approved by the principal with less than 10 days' notice. Independent study will not be approved for students missing the first or last days of the school year. 

EMERGENCY RESPONSE

We practice drills once a month based on the Big Five protocols sent out by San Mateo County.

Please see them here:   Full Description Big Five Emergency Response 

Emergency Plan: We also have an Emergency Plan in place if we were to ever need to be on campus after school hours, or take shelter in a place off campus. This is not a public document, but has been shared with local agencies. Teachers also have supplies and directions in their classrooms in case of emergencies.

BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

We expect the members of our school community (staff and students) to…

• Be courteous, cooperative and respectful with all members of the school community.
• Be respectful of our school environment and keep it clean and beautiful!
• Return any found items to the rightful owner or turn found items into the front office.
• Take the responsibility to tell an adult if you see or hear anything that endangers another person or that worries you or makes you feel uncomfortable.
• Work to resolve conflicts in a peaceful manner and get help from adults when necessary.
• Be responsible for your own actions and accept the consequences.
• Use the Lifeskills and Lifelong Guidelines daily.

CONSEQUENCES FOR BEHAVIOR

At Lipman Middle School students are taught and encouraged to make responsible decisions and to accept the logical consequences of these decisions. We encourage our students to learn from mistakes so that in the future, they can make better choices.   The principal, teachers, yard duty, instructional aides, library aide, substitute teachers, and the school secretary all monitor student behavior/consequences of actions.

Some examples of consequences are:

• Written Lifeskills Homework or a Reflection Paper
• Restorative Practices (with staff and/or peers)
• Quiet Recess and Lunch (off the school yard)
• Suspension (served on or off campus)

• Restorative Practices—A school is a COMMUNITY, and relationships are the heart of our community. Restorative Practices are ways of developing and maintaining relationships and repairing community when harm is done. After conflict or harm, Restorative Practices provide a way of thinking about, talking about, and responding to issues and problems by involving all participants to discuss their feelings and opinions, identify what happened, describe how it affected everyone, and find solutions to make things better. 

• Restorative Questions: What happened? What were you thinking and feeling at the time? Who do you think has been affected? What do you think you need to do to make things right?
• Restorative Chats—One-on-one discussions to understand the impact of one’s behavior and then take steps to make things better.  
• Restorative (Peace) Circles—Engage all involved parties to resolve conflicts and develop agreements.
• Community Circles—Build community, teach self-awareness, provide opportunities for reflection and address issues on campus.

• Class Suspension – administered by the instructor. Duration: the rest of that instructor’s class and next day’s class.  The principal must be notified.  The instructor must notify the parent.

• Formal Suspensions – defined by Ed. Code. A formal suspension (in-school or at home) can only be issued by the site administrator. Duration: Generally, 1 to 3 days. This decision depends on the severity of the offense and whether there were prior suspensions. The length of the suspension is at the discretion of the site administrator.  
• Loss of Privileges Students who are suspended (in-school or at home) may lose the privilege of participating in school activities including end of year events (Spring Day, Great America, class parties, etc) and/or be required to have a parent chaperone during field trips and activities.

GROUNDS FOR SUSPENSION

A pupil shall not be suspended from school unless the principal determines that the pupil has committed an act as defined pursuant to any of the subdivisions in Education Code Section 48900-48927.   The following is a partial list of acts warranting suspension:

•        Caused or attempted to cause damage to school or personal property or stolen or attempted to steal school or personal property.

•        Caused, attempted to cause, or threatened to cause physical injury to another person except in self-defense.

•        Possessed, sold or otherwise furnished any firearm, knife, explosive or other dangerous object of no reasonable use to the pupil at school, or at a school activity off school grounds, as the case may be.

•        Unlawfully possessed, used, sold, or otherwise furnished, or been under the influence of any controlled substance, as defined under the Health and Safety Code, alcoholic beverage, or intoxicant of any kind.

•        Possessed or used tobacco on school premises.

•        Committed an obscene act or engaged in habitual profanity or vulgarity.

•        Disrupted school activities or else willfully defied the valid authority of supervisors, teachers, or administrators or other school personnel.

•        Knowingly received stolen school property or private property.

•        Sexually harassed another person (unwelcome sexual advances, request for sexual favors and other verbal, visual or physical acts of a sexual nature).

•        Created a hostile school environment

•        Willfully engaged in hate violence using force or threat of same because of an individual’s race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, gender, or sexual orientation.

During the period of suspension, the pupil is to remain away from school and school-sponsored activities unless authorized to be there by school officials. This includes school/park and rec. joint sponsored activities.  Supervision of the pupil during the suspension is the responsibility of the parents or guardian.  Additionally, parents are required to attend a re-entry meeting so that they can discuss their child’s behavior with school authorities.

EXPULSIONS: Students who are repeatedly suspended for the same violation may be

recommended for expulsion. Students who, bring a weapon of any type to school

(including knives, and explosives), unlawfully possess a controlled substance, or

participate in robbery or extortion may be recommended for expulsion. For students

who injure another student due to physical or sexual assault or battery, brandish a

knife, sell a controlled substance on campus, or are found in possession of a firearm,

expulsion is mandatory.

RIDING THE BUS

 These rules and procedures are in effect for all transportation either by school bus or SamTrans bus:

1. Follow the driver’s instructions.  Be respectful and kind to the bus driver and fellow bus riders.
2. Remain seated until the bus driver arrives at the stop and the bus door is opened.
3. Keep head, arms, hands, and legs in the bus while on board.
4. Eating and drinking are not permitted on the bus.
5. Cross the road in front of the bus AFTER the driver has signaled it is safe.
6. While waiting for the bus, remain out of the road but away from private property.
7. All passengers should use care when getting on and off the bus.  
8. Talk quietly; use no profane language.
9. Pushing, fighting, or shouting are prohibited.
10. All school rules apply while riding the bus to and from school.  
11. Report any issues, concerns or misbehaviors to Mrs. Heckerman or school staff as soon as possible.

Students who violate these rules will lose District school bus privileges after the first incident.  SamTrans drivers may pull a bus off the road and radio for police assistance if students create a disturbance on the bus. Students who vandalize the bus will be required to pay for damages.

LIPMAN PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES

CLOSED CAMPUS

 Students must remain on the school grounds from the time they arrive in the morning until dismissal, unless a parent has notified the office otherwise.

TOBACCO-FREE CAMPUS

Lipman is a tobacco-free campus. This rule holds for all activities that take place on campus, whether school-sponsored or not. Employees and students found to violate this ordinance will be subject to disciplinary action.

PERSONAL PROPERTY ON CAMPUS

 To prevent a loss, valuables and anything else you do not want to lose should be left at home. Lipman Middle School is not responsible for lost or stolen property. Parents are liable financially for misconduct resulting in injury to any student, school personnel or property.  (Ed Code 48904)  Theft is regarded as a serious, suspendable offense. Any lost property should be turned into the school secretary so that the owner may claim it.

ELECTRONICS ON CAMPUS

Ipads, laser pointers, cameras, and any other electronic devices are prohibited on campus. Teachers, staff, or administration may confiscate electronic equipment and require parents to come and pick the item up.  

CELL PHONES/SMARTWATCHES

A note from the parent must be on file each year for a student to have a cell phone on campus. (Ed. Code 48901.5).  

• Students who are authorized to have cell phones/Smartwatches on campus may not receive calls or texts during the school day. Cell phones/smartwatches must remain OFF during the school hours, and if attending Club Lipman, OFF during Club Lipman hours.  
• School staff will confiscate any cell phones/smartwatches which are turned on and/or in use for pick up by parent/guardian. Two or more violations will result in the revoking of the authorization to have a cell phone on campus. 

The school is not responsible for lost or stolen cell phones or electronic devices.  School office phones are available for student use upon approval by school personnel.  If you desire to reach the school, the school number is 415- 467-9541.

INTERNET USE

 All students whose parents have signed an “Acceptable Use Contract” will have access to the Internet both in their classrooms and the media center. STRICTLY FORBIDDEN: use of chatrooms, private messaging, visits to inappropriate sites.  Use of technology and the internet is allowed for school-related, teacher-directed activities only.

DRUG FREE CAMPUS

 It is illegal and cause for suspension, expulsion, and/or other legal action through the courts for any student to use, possess, possess for sale, sell or furnish narcotics, hallucinogens, dangerous drugs, controlled substances, drug paraphernalia while on school grounds, school bus, or at any school-related events. (Ed. Code 48900).

CLEAN CAMPUS

 All of us need to do our part in keeping our school grounds clean and safe.  Lipman has an active recycling and composting program with bins located in the classrooms and on the yard. It is a misdemeanor for anyone to leave litter on school property, public or private property.  (Penal Code 3476.)

BICYCLES/SCOOTERS

Students may bring bicycles, scooters and/or skateboards to school at their own risk.  The school assumes no responsibility for damage to or loss of a bicycle or bicycle accessories.  Safety helmets are mandatory.  Bike racks are provided, and all bikes/scooters/boards must be locked.  Bikes, scooters and skateboards are not to be ridden on the ramp or school grounds.

EATING & GUM CHEWING

 Lipman has a designated “eating zone” in the courtyard at the tables.  When students sit to eat, litter is reduced and clean-up efforts are minimized.  Likewise, following our schoolwide no gum policy also eliminates unsightly and unsanitary sticky globs. Students who do not follow these two policies will be addressed.  Let’s keep Lipman clean!

FOOD DELIVERIES/LUNCH ON CAMPUS Please note we do not allow outside food delivery for students or groups of students.  We understand that occasionally a family may need to drop off lunch for their own child–this is allowed; however, please try not to make this a habit.  Please do not deliver food for other students on campus (for example, bringing fast food for your child’s friends).  We do not accept food deliveries from outside vendors (ie DoorDash).  Please remember that we do have free school lunch available for ALL students.  

LIPMAN’S PROGRAMS AND ODDS & ENDS

COMMUNICATION

The school will send out a weekly e-packet containing important news, information, and other data.  If you wish to obtain a hard copy of the weekly packet, please contact the school secretary or administration.  (415)467-9541

BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT/OPEN HOUSE

 An event is scheduled in the fall (Back To School Night) and spring (Open House) to acquaint parents with the teachers, curriculum, and expectations for that grade level.

ACTIVITIES

  We have a wide variety of activities that includes yearbook publication, Lipman School Musical, lunchtime activities and intramurals, Spirit Weeks, Spring Day, and Club Lipman.  

STUDENT GOVERNMENT/LEADERSHIP

Leadership class is open to all students at Lipman, based on availability.  Leadership students perform the important function of relating student concerns to the principal, fundraising and planning student activities to build community on campus.  Activities may vary depending on health guidelines.

SCHOOL MATERIALS/LIBRARY BOOKS

Any school materials or library books that are lost or damaged must be paid for by the student/family.

PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES

  Conferences are held when there is a need expressed by either the parent or the teacher.  Formal mandatory conferences are scheduled at the end of the first and second trimester. Notices will be sent home inviting parents to conferences. Informal conferences are encouraged whenever deemed necessary; please call ahead.

SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING

COUNSELING

Lipman Middle School provides counseling services to students in need to the greatest extent possible.  Please contact the school staff if you are interested in this service.   We also provide services, programs and counseling dealing with substance abuse as well as drug avoidance techniques presented in health and family life class.  Students who are victims of drug/substance abuse may contact their homeroom teacher, the principal, or counselor for assistance and information.

CLASS MEETINGS/COMMUNITY CIRCLES

Classroom teachers conduct Class Meetings or “community circles” at least twice a month.  These meetings serve several purposes:  to build connections and community, establish a safe/respectful environment for discussion, to enhance interpersonal communication among students, to address problems and questions collaboratively, to educate and inform about the broad effects of peer mistreatment, to talk about issues of importance to the class or student body.  Online digital citizenship is also taught during this time using the Common Sense Media curriculum.

ADVISORY

Small groups of students in the same grade level meet weekly on Wednesdays in Advisory with a Lipman staff member to set goals, monitor progress, connect with peers, promote understanding of others, and increase engagement and achievement in school.  

Advisory supports adolescents’ social and developmental needs by helping them better understand themselves as learners, peers, and members of the broader community. Advisory creates space outside of academic classes where students can develop a trusting relationship with an adult in school and can wrestle with the social and academic questions they face—questions that, when left unanswered, can impede their ability to learn and thrive.

PEER MISTREATMENT PREVENTION EXPECTATIONS

PEER MISTREATMENT Peer Mistreatment is not tolerated at Lipman Middle School.  We recognize bullying behavior as a form of peer mistreatment and encourage all students to report immediately to an adult on campus and an adult at home.  Any staff member who witnesses peer mistreatment will follow the agreed upon intervention steps to stop and report the behavior.  Students may also anonymously report peer mistreatment or other safety concern incidents using sprigeo.com.  We may not be able to intervene as effectively based on anonymous tips.  

RUBRIC The rubric in this handbook shows the types of peer mistreatment that are not tolerated on campus as well as the consequences that may be given.  If a pattern of behavior emerges, greater consequences such as suspension may result.  Situations are always evaluated individually; this rubric shows sample scenarios that may take occur if an incident takes place.

ROLES IN PEER MISTREATMENT SITUATIONS  The diagram on the following page shows some of the roles youth may play when a situation of peer mistreatment takes place.  Our goal at Lipman is to move our youth from “disengaged onlookers” or “supporters of bullying behavior” to “defenders”.  We practice positive and safe intervention techniques, teach empathy and kindness and encourage all students to report peer mistreatment.

Lipman Middle School’s Anti Bullying Rules

1. We will not bully others.
2. We will help students who are bullied.
3. We will include students who are left out.
4. If we know that someone is being bullied, we will tell an adult at school and an adult at home.

Note:  The Lipman staff will file Intervention Reports regarding any students that do not follow these rules.  It is the responsibility of all staff and students to stop and report bullying behavior.

How To Report Peer Mistreatment

1.  Talk to your teacher or other school staff member
2.  File a report on Sprigeo.com
3.  Tell your parents/guardians who can then reach out to school staff.

How to Get Immediate Help

1. Suicide/Crisis Hotline   1-800-273-TALK

2. 24/7 Child and Teen Hotline (parents, educators & youth)   650-567-KIDS

RUBRIC OF POSSIBLE BEHAVIORS AND INTERVENTIONS

LIPMAN LIFESKILLS

LIPMAN LIFESKILLS

BRISBANE SCHOOL DISTRICT

STUDENT APPROPRIATE TECHNOLOGY USE GUIDELINES

The use of the school and district technology resources, including the Internet, must be used in support of education and academic research and consistent with the educational objectives of the Brisbane Elementary School District.

Activities that are permitted and encouraged:

school work

• original creation and presentation of academic work
• research on topics being studied in school
• following guidelines for searching that utilize safe search engines and technology.

Activities that are not permitted (consequences will follow):

• accessing, sending, creating or posting materials or communications that are: not related to school; damaging to another person's reputation; abusive, obscene, sexually oriented, threatening or demeaning to another person; contrary to the district policy on harassment or bullying; or illegal
• plagiarism or representing the work of others as one's own (any text quoted from another source or any idea that is another person's idea must be cited properly in the assignment)
• intentional transmission of viruses or other destructive computer files
• copying, saving, downloading or redistributing copyrighted material including music, images and software (students should assume that all material is copyrighted unless explicitly noted)
• subscription to any online services or ordering of any goods or services
• sharing of any student's name, home address, phone number, account information and passwords or other personal information, including one’s own
• accessing accounts or using login information other than one’s own
• playing games and using interactive websites such as chats, instant messaging, or free email services unless specifically supervised by a staff member
• any activity that violates a school rule or a local, state or federal law. If a student has any questions about whether a specific activity is permitted, he or she should ask a teacher or administrator
• altering or attempting to alter the configuration of a computer, network electronics, the operating system, or any of the software

*Students may be disciplined for expression on/off campus networks or websites only if the expression is deemed to cause a substantial disruption in school, or collide or interfere with the rights of other students, staff or employees.

Student Technology Use Procedures

1. Only use your assigned device.
2. Handle the device with care.  Keep the device closed and off when walking and place the device on a sturdy surface for use.    
3. Only engage in teacher-directed activities, such as school work, original creation and presentation of academic work, and research on topics being studied in school.
4. Responsibility

• Never share your login information with other students.
• Follow guidelines for searching that utilize safe search engines and technology.

5. Respect your time and other’s time.

• Use of technology is limited to teacher-assigned activities, so stay on task!
• Keep as few tabs open as needed, no internet surfing when you should be listening to the teacher, no emailing or messaging while in class.  
• Personal internet use is strictly prohibited.

6. Ask permission to print and print only when necessary.
7. Please do not change any of the settings on the device.
8. When you are finished using the device, log out, turn the unit off and plug it back into the power source on the cart.       

*Consequences for unacceptable use of technology could include but are not limited to detention, loss of privilege, phone call home, suspension,  and/or financial liability.

Lipman Middle School Handbook

and School Guidelines Acceptance

2024-2025 School Year

Please confirm that you and your child have completed the following:

• We have read and discussed the Lipman Middle School Student Handbook.
• We have reviewed and understand the academic and behavioral expectations, Lifeskills, and Peer Mistreatment Rubric.
• We agree to honor and follow the school guidelines and expectations as part of the Lipman Middle School Community.
• We understand how to use this planner as a tool throughout the school year.

____________________________________                __________________

Parent or Guardian Signature                                        Date

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Student Signature                                                Date

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Homeroom Teacher Signature                                        Date

Please sign this and keep it in your planner.

Thank you for your support and collaboration!