Principal: Pam Conklin
Office Manager: Julie Spaan
School Telephone: (415) 897-5104
School Fax: (415) 897-5704
Office Hours: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm

Dear Parents and Students of Pleasant Valley,
Welcome to the 2007-2008 school year! Each fall brings renewed excitement for the new school year. At Pleasant Valley, our staff, parents, and students work hard to carry-on that spirit throughout the coming months. With the many challenges in education facing the state and our district today, it is important for all of us to work collaboratively and cooperatively with the children's best interest at heart. In keeping with this thought, it is our goal to maintain communication between home and school. Be watchful of notes and information from the classroom teachers in your child's Friday Folder. Every Friday, the PTA publishes the Pleasant Valley Views. This weekly newsletter provides information about the numerous activities taking place at our school. We are a busy place so keep informed! The PTA and Leadership Team also hold monthly meetings which are excellent forums in which to participate in discussions about our school's programs and activities. Important information is included for you in this handbook. Please take time to review pertinent information and keep it for future reference. As in previous years, we respectfully request that the parent/student agreement on the last page of this handbook be returned to school during the first week of school. I look forward to continuingly getting to know you and your children. Please introduce yourselves to me as you see me around campus. Working together we can create an exciting and caring community where children will love to learn.

Have a wonderful school year!

Sincerely

Pam Conklin

Pleasant Valley is dedicated to building a community of learners where students strive to reach their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally. Learning is a lifelong process that fosters effective thinking strategies, social responsibility and positive interpersonal skills. We are committed to preparing Pleasant Valley students for the world that awaits them in the twenty-first century.

The Pleasant Valley curriculum follows the California State frameworks, the Novato Unified School District Board Policies, and the district-adopted instructional programs. Students in K-5 classrooms receive quality standards-based instruction in literacy, mathematics, science and social science. Additional subjects that are taught include music, computers, physical education, and art. At Pleasant Valley, we seek to build a sense of responsibility, confidence, pride in accomplishment, and a positive self-image within each child. Several highlights of our academic program are included in this handbook. Our School Plan encompasses our short and long term action plans for program implementation. This school plan is available in the office and is updated annually by the staff and School Leadership Team.

Books in a Bag
Thanks to the generous support of the PTA, Pleasant Valley students in grades 1-3 will be carrying home "books in a bag" every week. These bags contain important information for parents on reading sessions with their children. Every week an assortment of books will come home for parents and children to read together. We firmly believe this program encourages a parent-teacher partnership that promotes a love of reading among students.

Eagle Word Program
The Eagle Word Program was included in the school program for the first time during the 2002-2003 school year. The purpose of the program is to develop a positive school environment by building skills that promote strong citizenship and responsibility to others. Monthly themes of instruction focus on a specific Eagle Word using consistent vocabulary for school wide implementation. Through the PV Views and classroom newsletters, parents are provided with monthly information and sample lessons for each Eagle Word.

Library - Birthday Books
The Pleasant Valley Library plays a vital role in the total educational program of our school. From the beginning of kindergarten to the end of fifth grade, students have access to the library through weekly class visits and small group research time. The class visits include time to browse and check out books. Students also learn how to care for, and be responsible for, borrowed books. Parents can assist students to find a secure place at home to keep school library books and ensure that all books checked out of the library are returned by the scheduled due date. Fees will be incurred to cover any replacement costs for lost or stolen books. Library Book Club: Through the Pleasant Valley Library Book Club Program parents may purchase a book for the Pleasant Valley Library in honor of a child's special day. Books are chosen with the child's age and interests in mind. A bookplate with the child's name will be placed in the front of the book as a permanent "Thank you" from Pleasant Valley School. The child will be the first to check out the new book before it is placed in circulation to be shared by all the students. If you would prefer to dedicate a book as a family, rather than to an individual child, we welcome this contribution as well. A gift of reading and sharing is truly a special gift.

Outdoor Education
The Marin County Office of Education Outdoor Education Program provides an environmental education for fifth grade students by utilizing naturalists, counselors, parents, and classroom teachers in an outdoor setting. Pleasant Valley students will attend Outdoor Education with students from other schools. The facility is located at Walker Creek Ranch in Marshall. The fifth grade teachers will spend five days, and four nights with their students. Parents interested in serving as cabin leaders for the week will participate in a formal training. More information about this year's Walker Creek experience will take place at the fifth grade Parent Information Night in the spring.

Class Placement
The child's current teacher of the student, grade level teacher, other professionals who have been working with your child in the classroom, and the administrator all participate in the extensive professional planning process to create balanced classrooms of students. Careful consideration is given to the characteristics and needs of each individual child to create balance for instruction so children can continue friendships and working relationships that foster academic, emotional, and social development. The following is taken into consideration to balance classrooms:

• Gender & age balance
• Scholastic/academic balance
• Special educational needs
• English language learner needs
• Social and behavioral balance
• A child's leadership potential
• A child's interests, readiness, behavior, and motivation
• A child's learning style both individually and in a group
• Instructional grouping (some children work well together; some do not)

Board Policy #6152 states that parent requests shall be accommodated whenever possible with the understanding that the following factors are essential to a productive learning environment for all students: Gender balance; academic balance of high, medium, and low achievers; balance of students with special needs; balance of student interests, readiness, behavior, and motivation; and parent requests. Board policy also states: "The principal. Or current teacher (if appropriate) will accept from parents/guardians any information which would be helpful in making placement decisions."

If your child has specific learning need, if you have a special concern, or if you have information that you feel needs to be communicated to the school regarding your child's placement, please put this information in writing to the attention of the principal before May 10. Although we cannot guarantee class assignments or specific teacher requests, parent information will be taken into consideration, as one of the many determining factors needed to achieve a balanced classroom. All parent information shall be given equal consideration. The professional staff of the school will make the final determination for placement. We care about our children, and we will proceed thoughtfully and with great seriousness to do the best job we can for every child.

If you would like a copy of Board Policy #6152, please contact our school office.

Absences
Absences for any reason can affect a student's academic performance. While some absences are unavoidable (those due to illness), others are often a matter of choice. It is strongly recommended that parents avoid making appointments during school hours, and even more importantly, avoid scheduling vacations while school is in session. Regular attendance at school is very important so that your children can derive the full benefit from the instructional program. Additionally, schools are funded by state revenues that are calculated based on each day students are present in school (average daily attendance). When students are absent, school revenues are reduced. We thank you in advance for keeping the school informed of your child's whereabouts at all times. It is essential to your child's safety.

If your child is ill:

• Parents/guardians must telephone the school before 8:45am at 897-6264
  A call made the night before will be recorded on the attendance line.
• It is the responsibility of the student to complete all class/homework missed during absences. Homework assignments may be requested from the office after the third consecutive day of absence or whenever it is determined that the absence will be lengthy.

Tardy Policy
Tardiness interrupts the educational program. It affects student participation/grades, results in a learning loss for the tardy student, and is an instructional interruption for the rest of the class. Teachers are not obligated to repeat material missed due to tardiness; therefore, tardiness should be avoided. The school tardy policy is as follows:

• Students arriving more than five minutes after the morning bell must register in the office before going to class.
• Once the student registers in the office, a late pass will be given to the student to enter class.
• School consequences will occur to students who are habitually tardy (5 or more times)

Tardiness is carefully monitored and repeated tardiness will be reported to parents for correction. Students with excessive tardies/absences are referred to the School Attendance and Review Board (SARB).

STAR
Pleasant Valley has implemented the STAR (Super Terrific Attendance Record) program. This program rewards students with perfect attendance for the current month, each trimester, and the year. We all understand the importance of regular school attendance. This program recognized those students!

Release of Students
When it is necessary for your child to leave school for any reason during the school day, a written request for early dismissal must be presented to the teacher or brought to the school office before school. For the safety of all students, the school will not release children to adults other than those listed on the emergency card unless we receive prior notification from parents. We require the following procedures when picking up students before the school day is over:

• Parent or designee report directly to the school office.
• Students will be called from the classroom to meet parents in the office. Please do not go to your child's classroom.
• Parents or designee will be asked to sign for the student's release in the school office before leaving.

Independent Study Program
It is extremely important that students attend school daily. However, if your schedule necessitates an absence from school for five (5) days or more, please request an Independent Study Form from the teacher several weeks in advance. Last minute requests are difficult to fulfill. The independent study form and completed work are given to the teacher when the child returns to school. This program allows students to make-up missed work in an efficient manner and also allows the school to collect a portion of state funding for student attendance.

Pleasant Valley welcomes parent volunteers and visitors, and we ask that appointments be set up with teachers and staff in advance of classroom visits. State law requires schools to regulate visitors. Visitors must sign in at the office and wear a "Visitor" badge throughout the visit. This policy is in effect at all times. The regulation of visitors assures student and staff safety and precludes disruption of the instructional program. Please avoid unscheduled visits. (Bd policy 1250). The following recommendations will provide a meaningful visit with minimal distraction for students:

Classroom:

• Remember that activities and children's behavior will vary from day to day.
• Shorter visits are informative, yet less disruptive.
• Do not bring younger children with you.
• Schedule teacher conferences before or after school hours. Teachers are available to discuss a child's progress and the classroom program with parents, but not when class is in session. Please schedule an appointment to meet with teachers during non-instructional time.

Recess is a time for children to exercise and socialize with their peers. If you need to meet with your child, during these times, please follow our guidelines for school safety and security: check in with the principal, sign in at the beginning of your visit, wear a visitor badge, and sign out at the end of your visit. It is important for the safety of our students that we know exactly who is on the playground at all times. Thank you.

School Tours:

School Tours are scheduled throughout the school year. This is an opportunity for parents to observe the wide array of different school programs at Pleasant Valley by visiting classrooms and asking the principal questions. Contact the school office for reservations.

Friday Folders

All school notices, and student work is sent home in the weekly Friday Folder. It is very important to review the contents of your child's Friday Folder each week and return the folder on the following Monday with your signature. For families with two or more children enrolled, school wide information will be distributed in the youngest sibling's Friday Folder only. (This is referred to as our No Handout policy to conserve paper). The school will make every effort to keep you informed of all school and classroom activities and calendar changes via the Friday Folder. General information about Pleasant Valley programs can also be found on the web site at www.nusd.org/pleasant.

Parent -Teacher Conferences

The parent-teacher conference is an important time for parents and teachers to discuss student progress toward grade level standards and establish goals for improvement. Parents and teachers working together as a team enable us to meet the individual needs of the students. Regularly scheduled conferences will take place between November13-17. All students will be released at 12:30 pm so parents can meet with teachers in the afternoon. Teachers will begin scheduling parent/teacher conferences at Back to School Night as needed. Parents, teachers, or the principal may initiate other opportunities for conferences throughout the year.

Report Cards

The general purpose of the Novato Unified School District reporting system is to keep students and parents well informed of social and academic progress. There are three formal reporting periods. Parent-teacher conferences take place at the end of the first trimester. Report cards are sent home at the end of the second trimester (March 16th) and also at the end of the school year. Students at risk of not meeting grade-level standards will receive progress reports prior to the end of each trimester.

Emergency Cards

At the beginning of the school year each student is given Emergency Cards to be completed by parents or guardians and returned to school. Please provide us with accurate contact information to reach you during the school day. Should an accident occur or should your child become ill while at school, parents/guardians will be immediately contacted. If the parents/guardians cannot be reached, every effort is made to contact the designated person (s) named on the Emergency Cards. In no case, will your child be sent home without prior notification. Unless we receive prior notification from you, your child will only be released to the person(s) listed on the Emergency Card. Please do not list the names of adults who will be unavailable to us during the school day or who will be unwilling to take responsibility for your child if you cannot be reached. Important: Make sure you let the school office know if you change phone numbers, change your address, or change your job during the school year. You can call or send a note to Julie Spaan, Office Manager, to have your child's Emergency Card updated.

Disaster Preparedness

Our PTA, with the assistance of our parent team of Disaster Dads, have provided our school with a fully equipped "state of the art" emergency preparedness container that includes food, water, first aid supplies, space blankets and more. Comfort packs provided by parents at the beginning of each year are also maintained in this storage container. The school has a Safety Plan for emergency action, and each staff member knows his or her responsibility. In the event of a school evacuation, we will follow procedures in complete coordination with the school district and all emergency agencies. When releasing children, be sure to check in with school authorities at the evacuation site, before taking any children home. Fire and Disaster Drills: Fire drills are practiced monthly. Earthquake drills and lock down drills take place twice a year. Classroom teachers explain what is expected of all students and what is to be done during a fire and/or disaster drill. Each teacher has a map of the school showing how students are to leave and where they are to line up. A school wide disaster drill is held annually.

Health and Safety

Communicable Diseases: Please report all communicable diseases promptly (measles, mumps, lice, strep throat, etc.) to the school office. Proper notification will be sent home when it applies to your child's classroom.

Medication: We must have a written statement signed by both the parent and the child's doctor if a student needs to take a prescribed medication during school hours. We do not administer any medicine without specific directions from a parent and doctor. This release can be faxed directly to the office at 897-5704. Medications are kept in the nurse's office and are administered by qualified staff members. Label all medicines with the student's name and dosage. Please help us to ensure that children do not keep medicines in their backpacks or desks.

Morning Drop-off

Supervision of the yard begins 15 minutes before the start of school. Children may use the playground only whey they are supervised; therefore, children should not arrive at school more than 15 minutes before school begins. Please do not send your child to school prior to these times as this creates an unsafe environment. Early arrivals will be monitored and parents will be contacted as necessary. Morning childcare is available at the Novato Enrichment Center adjacent to the campus. Call 897-2711 for information.

Afternoon Pick-Up

Students must be picked up, or go directly to their after school location, promptly after their dismissal bell. Supervision ends 10 minutes after each dismissal bell. Students who have not been picked up within ten minutes of their dismissal time are asked to wait in the office until an adult arrives. The office closes at 4:00. Parents are strongly encouraged to call the office at 897-5104, when an emergency occurs that precludes a normal arrival at school. In the event that a child is left at school, we make every effort to contact parents and/or the adults listed on a child's emergency card. When we cannot locate the parents/guardians or person(s) listed on the student's emergency card, we will contact the Novato Police Department to assist us.

Bicycles

Bicycle racks are provided at school. Bicycle riders are bicycle drivers. Riders must exercise good sense and safe-riding habits at all times or lose the privilege of riding to school. We urge you to remind your children of the following guidelines and the State of California traffic laws:

• Bicycle helmets are required equipment for all bicycle riders.
• Students must park their bicycles and lock them in the bicycle racks. They should leave the rack area immediately. Bicycle racks are off limits during school hours.
• No one may touch another person's bicycle unless the owner is present and permission has been given.
• Students must walk their bicycles onto school grounds. When school is out, bicycle riders must go directly home.
• Skateboards, Roller-Blades, or Scooters are not allowed at school at any time.

Buses and Day Care Vans

If students miss the bus at dismissal, they should report to the school office immediately so parents and/or day care providers can be notified.

Parking & Traffic Guidelines

The school entrance was designed many years ago before large numbers of parents started driving their children to and from school. For this reason, the drive-through can be very congested, especially at dismissal times. Staff and the Novato Police Department monitor the traffic. To avoid congestion, we have staggered our dismissal times. We also encourage parents to park a short distance from school and walk up the path to pick up children. Please follow these guidelines when dropping off or picking up your children at school:

• Drive slowly through the drive-through. Watch carefully for young pedestrians.
• Do not park in the red zones.
• Pick your children up only at curbside; do not double park or stop in the middle lane to load or unload passengers.

• When waiting in the white zone, keep alert to drive forward as the vehicles ahead of you also move forward. Please make every effort to avoid cutting in front of vehicles moving forward.
• If you cannot get into the white loading zone on the first pass, circle around to follow behind the vehicles moving forward.
• Never leave your vehicle unattended.
• Do not pass a school bus with red lights flashing.
• Follow the directions given by staff or police officers assisting with traffic.

Children expend a great deal of energy in a school day, and a good lunch is vital to their well being. Nutritional snacks such as fruit, cheese, etc., are suggested for the morning snack recess time.

Menus for hot lunches are sent home monthly in the Friday Folder and additional menus are kept in the office. School lunches can be purchased for $2.50 per meal or they can be purchased in advance using a check or credit card. Milk is sold daily for 35 cents (prices subject to change). Reduced and free lunches are available for eligible students. Contact the school office for an application.

We encourage families who send a lunch to school with their children to pack substantial, wholesome, and well-balanced meals in a bag-less manner whenever possible. Having a bag-less lunch is a daily reminder that everyone has a responsibility to protect the environment.

Campus Care

All students, staff, families, and community members have a responsibility to keep the Pleasant Valley campus clean. Personal garbage and recycling should always be thrown away in the appropriate containers. Students are not allowed to bring skateboards, skates, or scooters to school. Parents or community members who observe vandalism or mistreatment of the school facility during non-school hours are encouraged to contact the Novato Police Department.

Dogs on Campus

Dogs on or off a leash are not allowed on campus playgrounds at any time during the school year. Please do not bring your dog to roam on school grounds and do not hesitate to bring this health & safety practice to the attention of anyone who does so when school is not in session. Thank you.

Lost & Found

Students are responsible to keep track of and take care of their own clothing. All clothing should be taken home each day. Lost and found items are stored on racks in the multi-purpose room. Please label your child's jacket, sweatshirt, etc., so that the item can be returned when it is misplaced. The school is not responsible for any clothing left on the playground.

Leadership Team

The Leadership Team is an important element of Pleasant Valley's site based decision making process. The Leadership Team is comprised of an equal number of parent and staff representatives. As a Team, this council monitors the budgets and activities described in the school plan. Each spring the Leadership Team sends home a parent survey. The results of this survey are tabulated and used as a guide for further program improvements. These improvements are highlighted in the School Plan. Copies of the School Plan are available in the school office. All meetings are held on the first Monday of each month at 3:30 pm and are open to the public. Agendas are posted in front of the office.

Student Council

The Student Council program involves children in student government, teaches responsibility, decision making, and promotes school spirit. Council members participate in a variety of activities to improve the school environment and contribute to special programs. Students in grades one through five are eligible to participate as classroom representatives. Officers are elected each fall.

Student Study Team: The SST meets to discuss strategies to help individual students who may be struggling academically, socially and/or emotionally in the classroom. Pleasant Valley's Student Success Team (SST) often includes the principal, classroom teachers, Resource Specialist, district psychologist, speech and language therapist, and the parents of the particular student. The school nurse and/or counselor may also attend. Staff and parents work together to develop a plan to meet the needs of individual children. If you have questions regarding the SST process, please call the principal.

Resource Specialist Program: The Resource Specialist Program (RSP) provides intensive assistance in skill development for students who meet the Special Education eligibility requirements of the State of California. Eligibility is determined through assessment. Parent consent for assessment is required. Parents are active participants and are included in a follow-up conference in which test results are explained and specific recommendations are made. An individual educational plan (IEP) is developed for each child in the special education program. Students admitted to the resource specialist program spend the major portion of the day in their regular classroom. They have a scheduled time to meet with our resource teacher. The resource and classroom teacher work closely to implement the written individual education plan.

Speech and Language Program: Students who qualify for special speech or language development therapy and/or instruction receive individual or small group assistance from a trained speech and language specialist. Parents and classroom teachers may make recommendations for referrals. Testing by the school's speech and language specialist determines eligibility for services.

Psychologist: As part of the special education assessment, a district psychologist provides individual consultation, testing, and diagnosis as referred by the teacher, principal, or parents. Parents must give written consent for assessment, and they are included in a follow-up conference in which test results are explained and specific recommendations are made.

Counseling: Pleasant Valley's Life Skills counselor works with small groups of children in the development of social skills. Written parent permission is required before the counselor can see children.

School Nurse: The school nurse handles record keeping, state mandated testing (hearing & vision testing) and emergency situations involving accidents and illness. The school is equipped with first aid kits for emergency situations. First aid kits are always included on all field trips to ensure children's safety.

The telephones in the school office and in the classrooms are business phones designated for staff use only. A telephone call to the classroom or teacher during instructional time interrupts the learning process for all students. Except for unexpected emergencies, we strongly encourage discussion of family plans with your child before school to eliminate the need for telephone calls during the school day. Cell phones are not to be used by students during the school day. Students will not be excused from class instruction to call home for forgotten lunches or homework. If you need to contact a teacher during the school day, please leave a message in the office, or on the teacher's voice mail. Teachers check their voice mail each day and they make it a practice to return calls within twenty-four hours. Your support and cooperation is sincerely appreciated.

Pleasant Valley depends on our parent volunteers to enrich the educational opportunities for our students. A number of volunteer opportunities are available on a variety of levels: in the classroom and around the school. More information on how parents can contribute their time will be available during the first weeks of school and at Back to School Night. Please join us for our annual Welcome Back Coffee at 8:30 am on the first day of school.

Reminder: All volunteers must have proof of TB test results before working with children and sign in at the School Office when volunteering.

PTA - Parent Teacher Association

The PTA is the link between parents and the school. Our PTA provides programs, activities, and events that enrich the quality of education for students at Pleasant Valley School. Parents are urged to join and participate in PTA. The best way to gain further information about the PTA is to attend a meeting. Meetings are held in the Library on the third Monday of each month. Everyone is encouraged to attend. Minutes from the PTA meetings are included in the PV Views. For more information about Pleasant Valley's PTA, please attend our monthly meetings or contact a board member.

If you have a question, or concern, we would appreciate hearing from you. We want to assist with solutions and answers. If the teacher or the principal is not immediately available, your call will be returned by the next school day. Please call for an appointment if you would like to meet personally with any staff member.

Pleasant Valley is dedicated to maintaining a positive school climate and providing an orderly and caring environment in which students feel comfortable and safe. Our goal at Pleasant Valley is to maintain an appropriate atmosphere for learning. Conflicts occur at school just as they do at home and in the community. The process of problem solving is one of the most important lessons we can teach our children. At Pleasant Valley, the school and family work together to help our young people recognize problems, understand consequences, identify appropriate alternative behaviors, and accept responsibility for decisions. The school will contact parents in cases of serious or repeated incidents of inappropriate behavior. Parental support is essential to help children foster an attitude of responsibility.

• Be a good learner; Strive to do your best!
• Follow directions given by teachers and adults.
• Be polite to others.
• Be on time to school each day.
• Follow classroom and playground rules.
• Eat and play only in designated areas
• Play in a manner that is safe for everyone.
• Use appropriate language at all times.
• Respect other people, their feelings, and their property.

The information in this section is a supplement to the information you will find in the district handbook. The school district has clear policies regulating school climate, sexual harassment, hate-related behavior, as well as a dress code. These policies are implemented at the school site.

Guidelines for Student Behavior

• We are considerate and respectful of one another.
• We do not use hurtful put-downs or make derogatory remarks; particularly those based on gender, race, ethnicity, religion, ability or appearance.
• We use acceptable and appropriate language.
• We follow the directions of all school staff.
• We play safely in assigned areas and follow game rules.
• We walk (not run) quietly in the breezeways.
• We use appropriate words and actions to resolve conflict.
• We do not bring tobacco or other illegal drugs to school.
• We do not interfere with the learning of others.
• We follow classroom rules.
• We dress appropriately, as outlined in district dress code.
• We never ride bicycles, skateboards, or roller blades in the breezeways or on the stairs.
• We do not bring personal items such as toys, tape recorders, or CD players to school unless asked to do so by a teacher.
• We do not throw sticks, rocks, or tanbark.
• We include anyone who wants to join in a school game.
• We stay in the designated areas during recess.
• We do not bring dangerous items (such as knives) to school.
• We treat school property such as books and computers with care.
• We keep our campus clean (no litter) and free of graffiti and vandalism.
• We do not chew gum on campus.
• During the rainy weather season, we stay out of puddles and avoid splashing in the mud.

Student Recognition

Students in grades K-2 will have the opportunity to earn Eagle Cards from any staff member. After acquiring a certain numbers of cards, students will have their picture taken and posted in the office, receive special Pleasant Valley pencils, Pleasant Valley pennants, and even be invited to lunch with the principal. Teachers in grades 3-5 also have reward systems in place to recognize positive student behavior.

Consequences

Consequences are determined in a fair and reasonable fashion. Our goal is to promote student learning and to maintain a safe and positive school climate.

In the classroom...

• Teachers establish classroom rules and consequences
• Teachers maintain close communication with parents regarding inappropriate student behavior.
• Teachers may refer a student to the principal if the student does not respond to disciplinary action or if the offense is of a serious nature (such as physical violence, making a racial slur, bringing dangerous or illegal substances to school or defiance).

• Yard supervisors remind students of rules and facilitate problem-solving
• Yard supervisors may "bench" a student for a period of time as a "time out" strategy.
• Yard supervisors shall refer a student to the principal or designee if the student does not respond to disciplinary action or if the offense is of a serious nature.

• If a student is referred to the principal, the principal will investigate and take appropriate action. She will contact the parent by telephone or in writing if disciplinary action is necessary.
• The principal will take appropriate action if a student is in violation of school rules, district policies, or the California Education Code. She may:
  • Contact parent
  • Counsel student and others involved in the incident
  • Detain student in the office for a period of time
  • Detain a student during recess (es).
  • Have a student apologize verbally or in writing to the injured student
  • Take away a privilege such as attending a school event or participating in a school organization
  • Assign community service on campus or, with parent consent, off campus.
  • Provide mediation among students and/or families
  • Suspend from school for 1-5 days, and/or
  • Recommend expulsion.