COX’S CREEK ELEMENTARY

5635 LOUISVILLE ROAD

COX’S CREEK, KY 40004

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502.349.7050

Scan the QR code to access the complete Student Pridebook.

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We take pride in “Me, You, and Our School Too.”

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We grow good people.

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WE matter and WE belong here.

We strive for Excellence in all we do.

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We can do BIG things.

CCES FACEBOOK PAGE - CELEBRATE WITH US!

Be a part of our Bulldog Community! Celebrate with us and honor student success by becoming a fan on Facebook. We wildly celebrate each other. Yes. facebook.com/CoxsCreekElem

CCES WEBSITE

Find more details about our school

at cces.nelson.kyschools.us

BULLDOG BARK & MESSENGER 2.0

Details and reminders about happenings at CCES to your inbox! To receive, make sure your contact information is up-to-date in Infinite Campus.

INFINITE CAMPUS PORTAL

Stay up-to-date with student progress with the Infinite Campus portal. Contact Mrs. Marissa at (502) 349-7050 or via email at marissa.clowser@nelson.kyschools.us to secure login credentials.

Nelson County Schools Website:

www.weheartnc.com

MONDAY FOLDERS

Come home with each child every Monday with newsletters & other info.

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STUDENT AGENDAS

Come home daily & should be signed

by a guardian.

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COMMUNITY TABLES & PROGRESS REPORTS

Student progress is reported quarterly via report cards. Midterms are sent home to 4th & 5th graders.

Community Table Ignites are held in August and February for families to meet with teachers to discuss progress & concerns.

PARENT SQUARE

Nelson County Schools has adopted a new parent communication system called Parent Square. Parents will have an account for each of their children to receive information and communicate with their child’s teacher.

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We believe in EmPowering students to develop as individuals by responding to every situation with opportunities for growth.

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As a school community, we focus on a three-step restorative approach:

Bulldogs use CARE Forms to reflect on their choices when they do not meet our school-wide expectation of respecting Me, You, and Our School, Too. They consider their behavior’s effect on others as well as ways to repair the harm that they caused.

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Our community uses one-on-one conversations with an adult, Restorative Circles, and small group “Let’s Talk” conversations to guide students to greater empathy and reflection.

Bulldogs take action to own their choices and demonstrate their contrition by apologizing to others in a variety of ways, creating presentations to teach skills, and participating in service opportunities that are thoughtfully connected to their choices.

CARE

CONNECT

CREATE

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At Cox’s Creek, we believe that our behavior affects others. We also believe that, in this educational environment, it is our responsibility as a CARE-ing community to teach our children appropriate interpersonal skills, as well as to help them learn from their mistakes and take responsibility for their actions.

CARE FORMS

Care Forms are used with students to guide them through a reflection of their actions. This process is coupled with a conversation with an adult and, when appropriate, other students involved in the incident.

Students have the responsibility of notifying their families of their choices by bringing CARE forms home to be reviewed and signed by a parent/guardian. A student who repeatedly receives CARE Forms or who does not return a signed CARE Form to school may receive additional consequences, and their parents will be contacted via phone.

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RESTORATIVE CONSEQUENCES

Cox’s Creek employs a variety of strategies to develop leadership and accountability in our students. As we EmPOWER our Bulldogs to take responsibility for their actions, we strive help our learners empathize with others. A student whose choices result in a CARE Form will be assisted in developing a strategy that they can use to Repair The Harm that their behavior has caused. These strategies may range from written reflections to teaching opportunities and Let’s Talk Lunches to community service and beyond.

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What are Blue Tickets and How Can I Earn Them?

Cox’s Creek Bulldogs celebrate leadership by handing out Blue Tickets to students who demonstrate our Bulldog Values!

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• RELATIONSHIPS FIRST
• PURSUE EXCELLENCE
• GROWTH MATTERS
• IN EVERYTHING, CARE
• YES, YOU CAN

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Blue Tickets = Points for your house!

CCES believes in SMALL GROUP INSTRUCTION to promote skills mastery. We use formative assessment to inform the way we group and teach our students. We know that students have different needs and learn in different ways. Small group teaching allows us to tailor our instruction to provide opportunities for RETEACHING and ENRICHMENT.

Our Cox’s Creek community commits to ensuring our students have the foundational skills they need to become BIG LEADERS in the future. Through small group, guided, and differentiated instruction, we ensure that our Bulldogs are creative scientists, readers and mathematicians. We commit to teaching foundations because GROWTH MATTERS.

We Believe That:

• Computational fluency is essential (Fact Mastery)
• All 2nd graders should be fluent in addition and subtraction
• All 3rd graders should be fluent in multiplication
• Using multiple strategies will build number sense & conceptual understanding (KAS Standards Alignment)
• We are united by common vocabulary, computational, and problem-solving strategies (Illustrative Mathematics)

We Believe In:

• Formative assessment to drive small group intervention
• Daily small group intervention and enrichment
• Individualized learning pathways to close gaps and enrich learners (I-Ready)
• Math instruction that is planned to intentionally connect with cross-curricular experiences

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Click Here For INFO ON IM MATH

We Believe That:

• When our kids can read, they can do EVERYTHING.
• All students should read on grade level by the end of 2nd grade
• NRG Reading occurs daily (Self-Selected Texts)
• Students should hear a fluent reader read daily (Read Aloud)
• Intervening early, intensely, and often will increase student abilities (SOAR Intervention Program & Take Flight)
• Reading Every Day with our families and our RED Folders will help our students thrive.

We Believe In:

• Small, Guided Group Instruction with leveled and/or decodable readers
• A balanced philosophy including strategies based on Structured Literacy, Guided Reading, and the Science of Reading
• Repeated readings of familiar text
• Using the EL Literacy Program to guide our instruction

We Believe In:

• Small Group Instruction with Anchor Texts to deepen comprehension
• Reading instruction that intentionally connects with Authentic Learning
• Using the EL Literacy Program to guide our instruction.

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CLICK FOR INFO

ON SOAR PROGRAM

CLICK FOR LITERACY RESOURCES

We Believe:

• Students are most engaged and empowered when their writing is authentic, for a real purpose/audience, and makes an impact (NRG Writing)
• Writing is in EVERYTHING
• Specific and individualized feedback is crucial for student growth

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We Believe In:

• Common, schoolwide strategies that promote growth (RACE, Painted Essay Framework, SuperStar Sentences)
• Explicit and Intentional instruction in Grammar, Mechanics and Idea Development through multiple sources, including UFLI and Heggerty

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Link to CCES Schoolwide Writing Plan

LINKS

WITH THE BULLDOG LEARNING CENTER

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6:00am- 7:20 am Academic Support/Centers

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3:15pm - 3:30pm Nutritious Snack

3:30pm - 4:30pm Enrichment/Passion Hour

4:30pm - 5:30pm Academic Support/ Active Play

AM and PM $75 Weekly

AM Only $30 Weekly

PM Only $50 Weekly

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SBDM

Our council is composed of three teachers, two parents, & the principal. Their role is to improve student achievement by developing & implementing policies & procedures which focus on the needs of the school. Members serve a 2 year term from July to June. Meetings are held monthly and are open to the public. Information can be found on our school’s website or in the school’s office.

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PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATION

Our PTO is vital to the success of our school. Our PTO has purchased Chromebooks, had murals painted, updated our sound system, and provided funds to support our studenTS. Our PTO needs volunteers to serve as Homeroom Parents, Classroom Helpers, at Festivals, Fundraisers, Field Day, Red Ribbon Week, and more!

Email ccesptobulldog@gmail.com to get involved!

VOLUNTEERS

CCES loves volunteers! We are happy to have adult support in our buildings making copies, reading with students, providing mentorship, working in the library, and more. In-school volunteers should have a current background check on file. We also welcome adults who might be busy during the day, but can work on projects at home. Contact your child’s teacher to help!

KROGER REWARDS

You can help support Cox’s Creek through Kroger Rewards by registering your Kroger Plus Card at www.kroger.com and enrolling with Cox’s Creek Elementary PTO # 85496

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To Volunteer With Us:

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1. Complete the form that notes your preferences for volunteering. CLICK HERE or scan to QR code to complete.
2. If you will be supervising students, a Background Check is required. CLICK HERE to access the form. Return it to Mrs. Traci in the office when complete.
3. Your name and contact info will be shared with the staff member in need of a volunteer, and this CCES Leader will reach out to you.

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CCES LOVES OUR

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Thank you for your willingness to share your time helping our Bulldogs!

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We have lots of opportunities available, including:

• Making copies, cutting, etc.
• Projects you can do at home
• Library Help
• Reading/Working with students
• Caring for our Nature Trail
• Helping with the Blue Ticket Cart

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CHROMEBOOK CARE

• STUDENTS and PARENTS MUST complete the Digital Citizenship Agreement & the Responsible Use Policy.

Ready to learn means that all Bulldogs have their chromebooks fully charged upon arrival at school every day.

All-time users may take their chromebook home if all requirements have been completed by parents & student.

(Kindergarten students do not take Chromebooks home.)

EMPOWERING LEADERS

To meet our mission of empowering leaders, Bulldogs will have the opportunity to leverage technology to create deeper, meaningful learning experiences. Students will use Chromebooks to connect to others, care for our school community, and create solutions to impact our world!

CCES is a 1:1 School.. This means all students in all grades have Chrome access every day!

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Digital Caretaking

2023-2024

• In Everything, Care.

Occasionally, we may make a choice that results in an opportunity for us to grow. These guidelines will help us work through those situations.

• Be Gentle. Your Chromebook is valuable. Treat accordingly.
• Be Responsible. Name Sticker on Chrome at all times.
• Be Honest. If something happens, tell your teacher.

• Pursue Excellence.

3rd-5th Grade

• 1st Occurrence – Damaged Chromebook – Report to School Tech help desk and return the device to the school so that a spare device may be issued. Cost to Student = $0.00
• 2nd Occurrence – Damaged Chromebook – Report to School Tech help desk and return the device to the school so that a spare device may be issued. Cost to Student = $40.00
• 3rd Occurrence and Subsequent Occurrences– Damaged Chromebook- Report to School Tech help desk and return the device to the school so that a spare device may be issued. Cost to Student = Cost of Repair or Full Replacement Cost (current market)
• Intentional Damage to Chromebook - Report to the Tech help Desk/Administration and return the device to the school. Willful damage will be referred to school administration and appropriate discipline for damage to school property may be invoked. Admin will determine if a spare is issued. Cost to Student = Cost of Repair or Full Replacement Cost
• Damaged Charger - Report to the Tech help Desk/Administration and return the device to the school. Cost to Student = Repair or Full Replacement Cost (current market)
• Lost Device and/or Power Cord – A report must be made immediately to Tech Help Desk/ Administration and full replacement cost paid. Cost to Student = Repair or Full Replacement Cost (current market)
• Theft – A report must be made immediately to Tech help desk/Administration and a police report filed by student. An investigation will take place. *Please Note: Falsifying a police report is a criminal offense and may result in criminal charges being filed. Cost to Student = $0.00

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• Digital citizenship will be integrated into school curriculum.
• Chromebooks should NOT be used on school buses.
• Students must follow teacher instructions daily with regard to Chromebooks. Teachers reserve the right to limit Chromebook use during class.
• Administrators and teachers reserve the right to monitor the Chromebook and its content at all times.
• The administration reserves the right to confiscate student Chromebooks and suspend student use of the device at any time. In cases of misconduct, students may be relegated to Day-User or Non-User status.
• General misconduct, failure to have Chromebook at school and/or fully charged, or failure to pay breakage/loss fees may result in student being relegated to Day User status for a period of time as determined by the administration.
• The District uses Lightspeed Relay for web filtering, which filters internet content on home and school WIFI.
• The Chromebook is the property of Nelson County Schools. All district policies and all local, state, and federal laws that apply to the appropriate and legal use of technology will be enforced.

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• Bulldog Student Leaders participating in extracurricular Student Leadership Organizations at Cox’s Creek, including Bulldog Athletics, Student Leadership Organizations and Cox’s Creek Clubs, demonstrate Caretaking, Leadership, Empowerment, and Pride in all settings.
• Student Leaders follow “Me, You, and Our School, Too,” striving to show care for themselves, others, and their community. Student Leaders work to develop skills to become exceptional citizens.
• Parents are responsible to drop off and pick up their students on time. Failure to do so will result in the student being ineligible to participate.

Cox’s Creek Elementary values Academics and Learning for all of our Student Leaders. Student Leaders must maintain good academic standing, meaning a passing average in each subject (60% or higher). Student Leaders not meeting a passing average will be unable to participate in their program until that academic expectation is met.

Bulldog Student Leaders exude Respect, Leadership, and Pride in all settings. Leaders maintain strong behavioral standing at school.

• Leaders will receive no more than two CARE Forms in a semester.
• Leaders will receive no office referrals for the school year.
• Leaders not meeting these behavior expectations will meet with the team sponsor and a school administrator regarding future participation in the program. Leaders may be dismissed from the program.

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Welcome to Baxter’s Cafe!

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• Follow us on Facebook
• All meals are free, but students can purchase A la Carte by sending cash or check to be added to your child’s account.
• Contact Ms. Krista Durbin with questions! (502) 349-7053

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At Cox’s Creek!

• School begins at 8:00am each day.
• Students may be dropped off starting at 7:30am
• Students arriving after 8:00 are considered tardy and must be escorted to front office by a guardian.
• Dismissal begins at 3:05pm.
• Car riders 3:05-3:20 pm (Must have Car Rider tag visible in car window.)
• Buses: 3:20-3:35 pm

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EDUCATIONAL ENHANCEMENT OPPORTUNITY 09.123

Parents/guardians can request an absence to attend or participate in an educational activity. Such requests must be completed through an application and returned to the school’s principal at least five (5) days prior to the absence. The major intent of the activity must be educational for the student to be granted this type of absence. For more information, contact Marissa Clowser

HOMEWORK

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In addition to classroom homework assignments, each child should read or be read to at least four times a week. Students who have been absent from school will be allowed two additional days to complete assignments upon return. Students are responsible for completing and returning assignments on time. Teachers may impose consequences for incomplete or missed homework assignments.

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CELL PHONES & ELECTRONIC DEVICES

Students at Cox’s Creek MAY NOT have cell phones or other electronic devices (other than Chromebooks) visible in the classroom or school unless requested by a teacher to use the devices for instructional purposes. Students bringing devices to school must have them POWERED OFF and securely placed in their backpacks. Students violating electronic device usage policies may have the device confiscated. First Infraction: The student will receive a CARE Form. The device will be brought to the office and will be returned to the student at the end of the day. Second and Subsequent Infractions: The student will receive a CARE Form. The device will will only be returned to a parent/guardian in person. Cox’s Creek Elementary is not responsible for lost or stolen devices.

FIELD TRIPS

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Field trips are an extension of classroom experiences. They are educational and connected to the Kentucky Academic Standards. Students must have a signed permission slip from the parent/guardian in order to attend. Parents/guardians wishing to serve as a chaperone must have a current background check on file. We ask that chaperones not bring other small children in order to actively supervise, and to ensure the safety of all students. Chaperones are not permitted to ride the buses. Students must ride the bus to and from the field trip. Some field trips require payment in advance. In such cases, funds cannot be reimbursed if a student becomes ill or has another emergency on the day of the field trip.

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FIELD TRIP INFO

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FLOWERS, BALLOONS & PARTY INVITATIONS

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Flowers, bouquets, balloons, and other celebratory items are discouraged from being sent to the school for a student. If they are sent, they will be kept in the office until the end of the day. Students receiving items will be notified to pick them up at the end of the day. Students may not hand out party invitations or invitations to other events unless they are for the entire class.

BREAKFAST AND LUNCH PROGRAM

Cox’s Creek is thrilled to participate in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) which provides FREE breakfast and lunch to each CCES student! Upon arrival, students can eat breakfast in the school’s cafeteria. Breakfast is offered between 7:30-8:00 each morning. Students may either bring a lunch from home or eat the lunch provided by the school. Microwaving or refrigeration are not available for student use. Soft drinks and restaurant foods are not permitted in the cafeteria during the school day. To ensure safety and prevent the risk of a food allergy, we ask families to check with teachers before sending food items to school. Items should be store bought & labeled with a list of ingredients. This includes foods brought in for parties, snacks, treat bags, etc.

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WELCOME, VISITORS!

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Cox’s Creek Elementary strives to be a welcoming school, but we take the safety of our students very seriously and appreciate your cooperation in complying with our requirements. All visitors must report to the office, surrender their photo ID, and pick up a visitor’s pass to wear during the visit. Please enter the school through the front doors, and report to the office.

Any student work or other items (such as lunchboxes or backpacks) must be dropped off at the office. Teachers can always be reached at their email address. Meetings with teachers must be made in advance.

PEST CONTROL SPRAYING

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The Board of Education has implemented a program of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in order to control pests in a way that minimizes economic, health, and environmental risks. All individuals applying pesticides are properly certified in keeping with legal requirements.

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Family Resource Youth Service Center (FRYSC)

We are here to help our students and families with any obstacles that may inhibit a child from reaching their full potential. FRYSC helps to provide parents with the resources they may need during difficult times

• Family Engagement
• Literacy Events
• Junior Achievement
• Kindergarten Readiness
• Substance Abuse Education
• Health Assistance: vision,dental,

medical & mental

• College & Career Readiness

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• Social & Emotional Groups
• Assistance with clothing,

school supplies, food,

& utilities

• Academic Support
• Parenting Support
• School Transition

502.682.9524

jessica.sutcliff@nelson.kyschools.us

kelly.huckelby@nelson.kyschools.us

*Schools reserve the right to increase dress code expectations beyond what is outlined in the district dress code.

*Out of dress code days will be determined by the school administration. Student payment to participate will not be permitted.

SHIRTS

Type: Shirts may be long or short sleeve (no sleeveless or sheer).

Midriff: Front, back, or side may not be exposed at any time. District or school spirit t-shirt or sweatshirt. Collars are NOT required for students preschool through 5th grade. ��Shirts, sweaters or sweater vests may not advertise drugs, alcohol, tobacco products or anything that promotes or suggests lewd, dangerous, or unacceptable messages. May not contain holes & tears. Attached hoods are acceptable but must be removed from the head upon entering the building.

PANTS/SHORTS/OVERALLS

Type: Twill, chino, corduroy, denim, or cotton. Elastic waist pants may be worn. Pants are to be worn at the waist (no sagging pants). Overalls must be worn with shirts that have sleeves. Shorts must not be cut-off or frayed and must extend to the knee area. Pants/Shorts must be free of holes or tears or appearance of holes or tears.

SKIRTS/JUMPERS/DRESSES

Type: Twill, chino, corduroy, denim, or cotton. Must meet or extend to the knee. Slits may not be shorter than the knee. Shorts may be worn under the dress, skirt or jumper. Dresses must have sleeves and backs. Jumpers must be worn with dress code shirts that have sleeves.

HATS

Hats must be removed upon entering the building.

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SHOES

All sandals or shoes must have a back.

• Students may not carry or wear anything that advertises drugs, alcohol, tobacco products or anything that promotes or suggests lewd, dangerous, or unacceptable messages.
• Clothing must not have holes or tears or appearance of holes or tears. Pants and skirts must not drag the ground. No patches or visible leggings/ tights underneath or over top of holes and rips.
• While students are expected to dress appropriately at after-school functions, they are not required to follow the dress code.
• JROTC uniforms, profession based attire will be permitted for profession based experiences and extracurricular activity jackets may be worn on designated days.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS

SPECIFIC CLOTHING EXPECTATIONS

Upon returning to school following an absence or tardy, a student has three (3) school days to turn in a note to the attendance office.

The note must be a signed and dated parent note, physician statement or court statement explaining the reason for every day the student was absent or tardy and a return to school date.

If a written statement verifying a valid reason for each day of absence or tardy is not received within three (3) schools days after the student returns to school, the absence or tardy will be recorded as unexcused.

Students in 6th-12th grades receive TWO parent notes per semester.

Students in K-5 receive FOUR parent notes per semester

Pupils are required to attend regularly and punctually the school in which they are enrolled. Recording of absences and tardies shall be made in compliance with the requirements of 702 KAR 007:125.¹

COLLECTION OF NOTES

• Death or severe illness in the student’s immediate family.
• Illness of the pupil
• Sent home by the school nurse for illness or injury.
• Medical, dental, or legal appointments that cannot be scheduled outside of school hours. (Times and dates shall be verified by the health professional or court officials) Students will be excused for a partial day absence only, unless the doctor or court specifically writes on the note that the student was required to be out of school all day.
• Religious holidays and practices
• One day for attendance at the Kentucky State Fair (per state law). (Proof of attendance must be provided)
• Two visits to colleges or universities
• Drivers test for permit or license. (A half (1/2) day may be allowed twice during the school year)
• One day for students with lice.- If the student is sent home, he/she will be excused for the remainder of that day
• Documented military leave
• One day prior to departure of parent/guardian called to active military duty (must apply - Board Procedure 09.123 AP.2 - Absence Request Forms)
• One day upon the return of parent/guardian from active military duty (must apply - Board Procedure 09.123 AP.2 - Absence Request Forms)
• Ten (10) days for students attending basic training required by a branch of the United States Armed Forces; or Visitation for up to ten (10) days with the student’s parent, de facto custodian, or person with legal custody who, while on active military duty stationed outside of the country, is granted rest and recuperation leave (must apply - Board Procedure 09.123 AP.2 - Absence Request Forms)
• Students participating in the any of the page programs of the General Assembly
• Educational Enhancement Opportunities (must apply - Board Procedure 09.123 AP.2 - Absence Request Forms)

WHAT IS EXCUSED?

Any student who has attained the age of six (6), but has not reached his/her eighteenth (18^th) birthday, who has been absent from school without valid excuse for three (3) days or more, or tardy without valid excuse on three (3) days or more, is a truant. Any student enrolled in a public school who has attained the age of eighteen (18) years, but has not reached his/her twenty-first (21^st) birthday, who has been absent from school without valid excuse for three (3) or more days, or tardy without valid excuse on three (3) or more days, is a truant. A student who has been reported as a truant two (2) or more times is an habitual truant. The class attendance requirements stated above do not in any way supersede or change the compulsory school attendance laws stated in KRS 159.010. When a student is declared a habitual truant, the parent may be notified by a certified letter and/or by a personal visit. If truancy continues, both parent(s) and student may be required to attend the Truancy Mediation Program. As a final recourse, court proceeding will be instituted if truancy continues.

TRUANCY DEFINED

School bus transportation is authorized for students regularly enrolled in a public school in all grades (K-12). Nelson County provides school bus transportation within the county and is available to all students in grades kindergarten through twelfth. School bus transportation is not a required service under state statute or regulations. Nelson County provides transportation to and from school as a courtesy to the parents and students in the district. Therefore, all students are expected to comply with all state regulations (702 KAR 5) and all Board of Education regulations, policies and procedures, in order to continue to enjoy this privilege.

Accommodations and supports will be provided in accordance with 707 KAR 1:270-1:380 for eligible students.

Student safety while in transit is a priority for our transportation team. Violations will be handled seriously due to the potential risk to lives while in transit.

• Be on time. Be at the bus stop five minutes before the bus is scheduled to arrive.
• Always cross in front of the bus and at a safe distance in front of the bus in order to be seen by the bus driver’s signal.
• Do not run toward or run across the street in front of a school bus while it is in motion.
• Never stand in the road while waiting for the bus. Wait in an orderly line off-highway or street. Wait until the bus stops, watch for the driver’s signal and then walk to the door and board the bus in an orderly manner. Do not push or shove.

AT THE BUS STOP

• Students shall comply with district posted bus rules: Observe the same conduct as in the classroom, be courteous, use no profane language, do not eat or drink on the bus, keep the bus clean, cooperate with the driver, do not be destructive, stay in your seat, keep head, hands and feet inside the bus, do not throw items, hang items, or pass items through the bus windows & bus driver is authorized to assign seats.
• Students shall comply immediately with the driver’s/monitor’s instructions.
• Students shall respect all others on the bus.
• Students, while riding the bus, are subject to the same conduct conditions that exist in the classroom.
• Students shall only ride on their assigned bus and exit the bus at their designated stop.
• Students are expected to share seating space.
• Students shall not bring unapproved items on the bus. Any carry-on items should be able to be placed in a student’s lap.
• Students shall not vandalize or damage any property. Restitution will be made and they will be disciplined according to the discipline procedure.
• Students shall not use profanity or participate in yelling or screaming.
• Students will be subject to removal from the bus should their actions endanger the safe operations of the bus or the wellbeing of others.
• Driver may assign seats to students.
• Students may sit up to 3 per seat due to bus capacity.

WHILE RIDING THE BUS

• Students shall not participate in any activity that contributes to the unsafe operation of the bus.
• Students shall not block emergency exits with any item.
• Students will not take on a position of supervision over other students at any time unless they are approved by the board of education as a monitor. In the case of an emergency, however, an appointed student will fill this role in the driver’s absence.
• All students are entitled to “due process” regarding disciplinary actions taken against them.

WHILE RIDING THE BUS (cont.)

• Passengers are permitted to leave the bus only at the regular designated stop. Any change must be made with the parent’s request in writing and approved by the signature of the school principal or designated personnel.
• If a student lives on the opposite side of the road from the bus stop, the student should move to the front of the bus and wait until the driver gives the signal to cross the road. Never cross the road in the rear of a stopped school bus.

BUS TRIP HOME

• Parents should see that their children are at the bus stop five minutes before the bus is scheduled to arrive.
• Parents should emphasize to their students the need to observe extreme caution when approaching bus stops, moving buses, or stopped buses.
• Parents should emphasize the importance of observing all safety and conduct regulations established for the safe and efficient operation of the school bus.
• Parents should report any misconduct on school buses to the building principal.

RESPONSIBILITY OF PARENTS

ADDITIONAL NOTES

The school principal may decide additional consequences for bus misbehavior not limited to bus suspension.

*All buses are monitored by video recording equipment.

• Students are expected to follow school & bus expectations at bus transfer locations. When students are at the bus transfer location, administrators at the connecting school reserve the right to give directions and disciplinary measures.

BUS TRANSFER

Visit https://www.nelson.kyschools.us/families/care for more information

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A reminder to complete the Care Clinic form during online registration through your Infinite Campus Parent Portal so I can see your student during the school day for illness or injury.

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For assistance, call the school at 502-349-7050

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~ Nurse Staci Richardson

staci.richardson@nelson.kyschools.us

SERVICES FOR MINOR ILLNESS & INJURIES

WELLNESS SERVICES

CHRONIC DISEASE SERVICES

Services

FREE ONSITE SERVICES FOR STUDENTS

THE NCS CARE CLINICS PROVIDE NURSING SERVICES TO ALL STUDENTS THROUGHOUT THE DISTRICT. ALL SERVICES ARE PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE. SERVICES ARE PROVIDED WHEN SCHOOL IS IN SESSION.

WITH PARENTAL CONSENT, STUDENTS ARE PROVIDED MEDICATIONS AND TREATMENT AS NEEDED FOR A VARIETY OF MINOR ILLNESSES, PAIN, AND INJURIES. THIS ALLOWS STUDENTS TO BE TREATED FOR MINOR COMPLAINTS AND RETURN TO CLASS, IF WARRANTED. IF THE SCHOOL NURSE RECOMMENDS THE STUDENT BE EVALUATED BY A HEALTH CARE PROVIDER, THE PARENT WILL BE CONTACTED.

OUR DISTRICT NURSE PRACTITIONER STAFF OFFER FREE ONSITE PHYSICAL EXAMS FOR INITIAL SCHOOL ENTRY, 6TH GRADE ENTRY, AND SPORTS PARTICIPATION.

TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT FOR YOUR CHILD, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR SCHOOL CARE CLINIC NURSE OR COMPLETE THE ONLINE REFERRAL FORM BY CLICKING HERE: HTTPS://BIT.LY/CARECLINICREFERRALFORM

A STUDENT MUST HAVE A COMPLETED PARENTAL CONSENT FORM ON FILE TO RECEIVE EITHER SCHOOL NURSE AND/OR NURSE PRACTITIONER SERVICES.

VACCINES ARE NOT ADMINISTERED BY NCS CARE CLINIC REGISTERED NURSES OR NURSE PRACTITIONER STAFF. IN THE EVENT VACCINES ARE OFFERED DURING THE SCHOOL DAY FROM AN OUTSIDE AGENCY, THE PARENT/GUARDIAN WOULD BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE A SEPARATE CONSENT FOR THAT SERVICE.

SCHOOL NURSE & NURSE PRACTITIONER

PRIMARY TALENT POOL (PTP)

Primary Talent Pool refers to a group of primary students (GRADES K-3) informally selected as having characteristics and behaviors of a high potential learner and further diagnosed using a series of informal and formal measures to determine differentiated service delivery needs during their stay in the primary program.

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GIFTED & TALENTED (GT)

According to state regulations for gifted and talented programs in KY, a GT student is defined as one who is identified through formal measures as possessing demonstrated or potential ability to perform at an exceptionally high level in one or more of the following areas:

· General Intellectual Aptitude (GI)

· Specific Academic Aptitude (SAA)

· Creative or Divergent Thinking

· Leadership Skills

· Visual or Performing Arts

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AUGUST/SEPTEMBER

ONGOING

APRIL

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• GIFTED STUDENT SERVICE

PLAN (GSSP) DEVELOPMENT

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• IMPLEMENT GSSP
• PROGRESS MONITORING

AND REPORTING (DECEMBER & MAY)

• PTP & GT TEACHER/PARENT NOMINATIONS ACCEPTED

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• GT TESTING AND IDENTIFICATION MEETINGS

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CONTACT DR. JESSICA SCHEERHORN FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.

JESSICA.SCHEERHORN@NELSON.KYSCHOOLS.US

• Eligibility:

Unified requirements are provided for in KY Regulation, 704 KAR 3:285. Section 3. The regulation states that three evidence options are required, and that each area of identification has identifying criteria for GT.

Parents and guardians will be notified if their child qualifies for ESL services using the NCS EL Parent Notification Form. Nelson County Schools will notify parents of their rights in the following ways:

• The reason for placement in a program for English Language Learners

• The students’ level of language proficiency, the assessment used to

determine proficiency, and their level of academic achievement.

• The method of instruction used in the student’s educational program.

• Exit requirements for the program.

• The parent’s right to decline any or all services.

▪ Determination of Student Eligibility documentation is sent once placement is determined.

▪ Notification of English language development program placement initially and annually.

▪ Program Service Plan (PSP).

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER

ONGOING

MAY/JUNE

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• INITIAL SCREENING
• PROGRAM SERVICE PLAN DEVELOPMENT
• EL FAMILY LITERACY NIGHT

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• IMPLEMENT PSP
• PROGRESS MONITORING

AND REPORTING

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JANUARY/FEBRUARY

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• ACCESS FOR EL TESTING

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• EL FAMILY LITERACY NIGHT
• PARENTS WILL BE NOTIFIED OF ACCESS TESTING RESULTS

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CONTACT DR. JESSICA SCHEERHORN FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.

JESSICA.SCHEERHORN@NELSON.KYSCHOOLS.US

Eligibility:

• Home Language survey that indicates that the student’s first language is a language other than English.
• The WIDA Screener assessment administered by the Nelson County Schools indicates eligibility according to the federal definition in ESSA, Title III.