Pierz Healy High School

Staff

Handbook

2024-2025

1

School District Philosophy 

Independent School District 484 exists for the education of its citizens from pre-kindergarten through adult life. School employees are here to aid students in their development. Education  includes the facts and concepts associated with the subject matter as well as attitudes,  appreciations, skills and outlooks. Teachers are concerned with helping students define goals  and work toward their fulfillment. We believe it is important for students to develop respect for  legally and democratically constituted authority including respect for the teacher’s position in the  educational process. The classroom; however, shall reflect more of an atmosphere of  cooperation than authoritarianism. Respect for the student’s right to pursue personal goals, even  to make mistakes, is important in developing the kind of teacher-student relationship which will  permit the teacher encourage:

1. Work beyond minimum goals

2. Students’ evaluation of their goals

3. Self-examination by students of their goals

Teachers of District 484 recognize that intrinsic reward (progress toward goals) is a greater force  for learning than extrinsic reward (grades).

We are aware of our professional responsibilities to increase our understanding of people and to  keep abreast of developments in the subjects we teach, thereby increasing our confidence in the  student-teacher relationship. We exhibit by our enthusiasm that learning is exciting and by our  dedication to our task that the acquisition of knowledge is of great importance.

All school experiences are considered a part of the curriculum and should fit the student into  community life and activities. The school exists for the education of all without regard to  physical, mental, social or economic condition, or socioeconomic status. Equal education  opportunity means each person will have the opportunity to be educated in relation to his/her  needs, interest, abilities, and limitations.

Practices and experiences that have withstood the test of time will be employed.  Experimentation with new and promising educational practices will be encouraged.

BOARD OF EDUCATION

Steve Boser

   Wes Young

Matthew Hoheisel

Rick Sczublewski

Marvin Thomas

Ashley Toops

SCHOOL ORGANIZATION

PIERZ HEALY HIGH SCHOOL

DEPARTMENT STAFF LIST 2024-25

Superintendent – George Weber/Activities Director – David Rocheleau/ 7-9 Principal – Corey Egan/ 10-12 Principal - Beth Cooper  

ENGLISH 

Kimberly Jones

Michael Eastman

Matthew Olsen

Derrick Paulson

Kelly Sauer

MATHEMATICS 

Stephanie Andres

Marcus Artner

Kyle Hastings

Jessica LeBlanc

Haley Scheldorf

GUIDANCE OFFICE 

Amanda Essen

Scott Herold

Marilyn Maleska

PHY ED / HEALTH Joe Kahl

Matt Poepping

Skip Toops

FAMILY & 

CONSUMER SCIENCE 

Jaime Strohmeier

WORLD LANGUAGES 

Sabrina Becker

ACTIVITIES 

Dave Rocheleau

TECHNICAL 

Curtis Brisk

Pat Tax

MEDIA CENTER 

Nancy Monson

Roxanne Welle

TECHNOLOGY 

Dustin Hoeper

Heidi Thielen         

SOCIAL STUDIES 

Jennifer Bixler

Marty Dick

Gwen Gruber

Terry Kreps

Bryce Rushmeyer

Frank Weber

SCIENCE 

Taylor Essen

Zachary Kummet

Kara Patrick

Richard Teske

MUSIC 

Derek Bebeau

Carl Mathwig

Joel Pohland

ART

Trisha Peterson

AGRICULTURE 

Brenda Gotvald

SPECIAL EDUCATION 

Jill Hoheisel

Billie Kimman

Nancy Peterson

Dylan Pittman

Katie Schleper

NURSE’S OFFICE 

Jamie Johnson

Robyn Skwira

EDUCATIONAL ASST. 

Patti Block

Cheri Boser

Tina Boser

Jenna Conroy

Roxanne Hurt

Lisa Koenig

Kari Kimman

Katie Phillips

Trace Swanson

HIGH SCHOOL OFFICE 

Beth Cooper

Corey Egan

Kim Radunz

Joan Sanoski  

DISTRICT OFFICE Tracey Artner
Stephanie Buerger

Sarah Funk

Terri Gottwalt

Jennie Loidolt

Colleen Pittman

George Weber

COOKS 

Delores Adams

Molly Gensmer

Rinda Gustafson

Sharon Millner

Brandi Saehr 

CUSTODIAL 

Blaze Bellamo

Matt Meyer

Jeremy Skwira

Ben Yatckoske

TBD

TRANSPORTATION

Tracy Voigt

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT / MEETING SCHEDULE - LINK

**Note-all meetings begin at 7:35AM

REPORT CARDS  

Please be cognizant of your gradebook and keep it as up-to-date as you can.  Grades should be updated at least every 2 weeks.  For large assignments that take longer to grade, communicate with your students about when those grades will be entered.

COMMENCEMENT ~~~~~~~ May 23, 2025 at 7:00PM

GENERAL INFORMATION 

MAKEUP WORK POLICY FOR STUDENT ABSENCES 

The classroom teacher’s responsibility, as far as makeup is concerned, is to see that the student  gets fair and reasonable makeup opportunities for missed work. Classroom teachers should also  do their best to respond to parental requests for homework by 2:00 of the day of the request. The  classroom teacher should be sure that all students know what the make-up policy is each  semester.

24-25 BELL SCHEDULE  - LINK

MEDIA SPACE 

If there are special topics or ways they can prepare for your group, please let them know.  Conference and classroom facilities are available in the Media Center for use by students and  class groups upon request of the instructor. The Media Specialist is glad to give instruction in  the use of the Media Center and its resources, or to be of assistance to teachers planning to give  such instruction.

The following are cardinal Media Center rules:

1. Teachers should be present with groups brought to the Media Center.

 2. All material must be checked out. Please observe the due dates and return or renew  materials on time.

3. Loss or destruction of property is an injustice to your fellow-students and to the  general public. Restitution is a matter of honor.

STAFFING/MEETINGS 

From time to time it is necessary to meet with families about student progress. Whatever  pertinent information we can gather and share regarding individual students will help each of us  better understand and fulfill their educational needs. The staffing process is one of the best ways  that we have of providing teachers, counselors, and administrators an opportunity to develop a  consistent and positive approach to the student.

Staffing conferences will be instituted as needed.

Special Education meetings are a requirement of the law, and must be treated as such.  Problems with attendance at the meeting should be cleared with the principal. There are certain cardinal rules regarding staffing which must always be followed:

1. Be positive – bring to the attention of others positive things about a student as well as  the negative. This carries with it the admonition to avoid gossip and dwelling on negative things. If one needs to use anecdotes to illustrate an insight, fine, but don’t  take up valuable time telling tales of woe that lend nothing to the discussion.
2. Do your homework – be aware of behavior characteristics of the student. Observe  closely in class or activity what the student does because there is always a reason for  the student acting in a negative way. If we note behavior and bring it out in the  staffing we might gain some insight as to why. Once we have accomplished this, we  can work to change it.
3. Pay close attention to the rule of confidentiality. We can share with others any  information that can help the student, but we have no business gossiping with  someone who has no need to know.

DAILY BULLETIN 

Daily announcements must be in to Joan by 7:30 A.M. and should be submitted by email. They  must be read in your second hour class. Students are not permitted to submit notices for the  morning bulletin unless such announcements have been approved by the faculty sponsor.  Advertising is also prohibited.  

FIELD TRIPS 

A field trip is any time a teacher takes students off of school grounds.  Field trips must have prior administrative approval and require a permission slip signed by a student parent/ guardian. Teachers are responsible to get parent  permission forms when going on a field trip with students.   A “blanket” signature can be used for our landscaping course or other similar course, as students may need to regularly leave campus to work at sites around town at the discretion of administration.  At least 3 workdays in advance, a list of students attending field trips must be given to the health clinic staff to address medical needs/ concerns and the high school office for attendance.  

STUDENT ACTIVITY ACCOUNT 

A student activity account is maintained at the Activities Office where money and receipts need  to be directed in a timely fashion (daily). Please don’t keep money in your room. All  expenditures must be approved by the student activity treasurer, activities director, principal and  the club advisor before a check is written and in no case will a bill be paid with a deficit account  without previous arrangements. All activities must pay for supplies furnished by the school as  well as material purchased out of the school and complete a purchase order if necessary.

CHURCH NIGHT 

Wednesday night is church night in Pierz High School. Do not schedule any practices or  meetings on this night. The building should be empty of students by 6:45 pm.

STUDENT TELEPHONE CALLS 

Telephone calls are only to be made by students before school, during noon hour or after school,  unless there is an emergency. Calls are to be made in the office, NOT IN CLASSROOMS.  Students will not be called from class to answer an incoming call except in extreme emergencies.  Students may use cell phones before  and after school, during their lunch period, or between classes. Cell phone use in classrooms and during class time is not allowed.

RELEASE OF STUDENT INFORMATION 

The following information on students is public if the school district where the student is enrolled  has classified it as directory information:  

1. Name;

2. Address;

3. Dates of attendance;

4. Grade level;

5. Enrollment status (i.e. full-time or part-time);

6. Participation in officially recognized activities and sports;

7. Weight & height of members of athletic teams;

8. Degrees, honors and awards received;

9. The most recent educational agency or institution attended;

10. The name and address of the student’s parent(s).

PROGRAMS, PEP-FESTS, ETC. 

Attendance at all assemblies, programs, pep fests, etc is a requirement to help insure proper  conduct of all students involved. Teachers must sit with their class in the gym.

SCHOOL CALENDAR ~ See Pierz Website

TESTING SCHEDULE ~ See Pierz Website

SPECIFIC STAFF RESPONSIBILITIES 

The general atmosphere of the building is everyone’s responsibility: administration,  teachers, support staff and students. A school’s atmosphere should be one in which respect  for another person’s rights and property is the prime consideration. To build such an atmosphere  we must consistently reinforce positive actions and work to change the attitudes of those  involved in negative actions. How we interact with students in dealing with the variety of  situations that occur in a school is the single most important factor in determining the  atmosphere of the school. We must work together to maintain an atmosphere of mutual respect  for each other, school property and school rules.

To help meet the above need, all staff members must deal with the following items:

1. All classes should begin promptly after the bell rings and not be dismissed until the  bell rings. Students should be made aware of our expectations early and made to follow  the procedures.

2. Teachers should be in their classroom before school each morning. Students will be  reporting to their first hour class when they arrive.

3. Before school, between classes, during passing time, after school, teachers should be in  the hallways near their classrooms. Visibility can prevent a lot of problems.

4. We are a tobacco free school. No use of tobacco is allowed in the building or on school  grounds. Possession of tobacco could earn students 1-3 days suspension. 5. See Student Handbook for other policies.

EMPLOYEE INFORMATION 

SUBSTITUTE INFORMATION 

Submit your leave requests in Frontline by 6:30 a.m. You are responsible to get class lists and sub plans to your sub teacher anytime you request a sub.

LENGTH OF DAY 

7:30-3:30 unless you arrange a different time with your assigned administrator.

PREP TIME 

Great flexibility exists during teacher prep hours, but it is expected that administration will be  notified if you will be leaving the building during your prep hour.

SUBSTITUTE PAY 

Substitute pay is earned when substituting for a colleague during your prep time. This will be  issued according to the Master Agreement.  

SPECIAL LEAVE 

Please refer to the Master Agreement – Article IX – Section 10.

SICK LEAVE 

Try to make preventative medical and dental appointments after school or when school is not in  session. Notify administration in advance of any scheduled appointments.  

**If you need to leave during the day please have a conversation with your assigned administrator in-person or by phone prior to leaving.    Admin Assignments - LINK

FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT (FMLA) 

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides an entitlement of up to 12 weeks of job protected, unpaid leave during any 12-month period to eligible, covered employees for the  following reasons: 1) birth and care of the eligible employee’s child, or placement for adoption  or foster care of a child with the employee; 2) care of an immediate family member (spouse,  child, parent) who has a serious health condition; or 3) care of the employee’s own serious health  condition. It also requires that employee’s group health benefits be maintained during the leave.  Military Family Leave Entitlements also apply.

The FMLA is administered by the Employment Standards Administration’s Wage and Hour Division within the U.S. Department of Labor. Complete details about FMLA are posted in the  faculty lounge.

CELL PHONES

Cell phones should not be used for personal use while you are teaching class. Please check your cell phone if  needed during your prep time and/or lunchtime. You can let the administration know if there is a  reason you would need to use your cell phone for personal use during the school day.  

DRESS CODE 

Dress professionally Monday through Thursday. Friday is casual dress. Teachers can wear hats outdoors Monday through Thursday.  Staff can wear hats all day on Friday (or the last day of the school week).

TRANSPORTATION FOR SCHOOL EVENTS/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Buses or vans will be used for transportation of students, athletes, and spectators to ALL events  and practices whenever possible.  

The following bus/van requirements must for followed:

1. 48-Hour Notice

2. Fill out the online Transportation Request form HERE

3. Field Trips  - Email Joan a list of students you are taking on the field trip and make sure you  have coverage for your classroom.

4. Check with the school nurse regarding any medical needs for students you are taking with you at least 3 work days prior to the event.

5. Complete mileage sheet in school vehicle.

6. Clean up the bus/van when done with a trip.

7. Must request a vehicle for professional development opportunities if none are available the  mileage can be reimbursed.