Tag: District
What is the school’s policy on head lice? If the nurse finds lice in a child’s hair are they sent home and rechecked before entering school? Is the class notified that a student in the class has lice? I’ve heard that students have lice and are sent back to class. If this is the case how can you be sure to stop the spread of lice. I realize lice does not spread disease but to treat lice you must submit your child to a pesticide, which is not something a parent wants their child to be exposed to. The “super lice” you have to get prescription with is a heavier dose.
A. The District has a protocol we follow. We are currently evaluating the protocol as a result of what the Center for Disease says is best practice. Here are the Pediculosis Nursing Procedures: Upon notification by a parent of a case of pediculosis, the school nurse should explain to parent of the need to bring student […]
What is a referral?
A. Written documentation of a behavioral infraction of the code of conduct.
Can I elect to keep my child home if there is a two hour delay due to the weather?
A. Parents always have the right to keep their children home, but it is an unexcused absence.
I do not want my child taking art for the 3rd and 4th quarter. Is there away I can opt him out. Its unnecessary!
A. Art is a required discipline both by state regulation and by Shenendehowa’s Program of Studies. Our program seat time meets the minimum requirement.
Is there a dress code for teachers? It looks like Casual Friday found 4 more friends.
A. According to the district’s Code of Conduct: For the purpose of this Code, appropriate dress for staff members is defined as giving proper attention to personal cleanliness and clothing that is professional, safe and does not disrupt, distract or otherwise interfere with the educational process. Staff members are expected to model appropriate dress and decorum, […]
May I ask why there is an “I’m not a robot” requirement before posting a comment?
A. Because we were getting a lot of spam mail.
