Noblesville Elementary Schools

2013-2014 Family Handbook

Engage Inspire Empower

Table of Contents Welcome Mission Statement School Hours.............................................................……………………………………………2 Emergency School Closings School Visitations Volunteer Program………………………………………………………………………………3 Attendance Procedures…………………………………………………………………………..4 Health Services…………………………………………………………………………….…… 7 Food Allergies.......………………………………………………………………………………9 Wellness .......................................................................................................................................10 Accident Insurance.......................................................................................................................11 Recess Curriculum………………………………………………………………………………………12 High Ability Program...................................................................................................................14 Compensatory Education Program Special Education Services Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports............…………………………………………...15 Media Services Book Rental Report Cards.................................................................................................................................16 Student Dress AYS School Parties Transportation …………….……………………………………………………..……………..17 Field Trips……..………………………………………………………………………………..18 School Cafeteria………………………………………………………………………………...19 Public Wi-Fi & Personally Owned Devices……………………………………………………20 Discipline Rules and Regulations…………………………………………………………........22 Harassment .………………………………………………………………………………….…26 Civil Rights Compliance Statement……………………………………………………….........29 Notification of Asbestos Management Plan Pesticide Application Notice…………………………………………………………………...30 Elementary Schools Information………………………..……………………………………...31 2013-2014 School Calendar and Early Release Schedule………...…………………..………..34

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Welcome

The Noblesville Elementary Schools are concerned with the progress made by each student. Emphasis is placed on individual growth in developing skills, gaining information, forming effective study habits, and becoming a wholesome and strong individual. There is a deeply-felt obligation among the faculty to create daily situations which will (1) challenge each student within his/her achievement limits, (2) assist each individual to feel some measure of success, and (3) help each student improve and strengthen his/her own self-concept. Faculty members keep abreast of sound modern practices, and new programs are implemented whenever they will prove helpful to students in the school. A strong effort is made to secure all instructional materials that the teachers feel will help provide an adequate instructional program.

Vision Statement Students are

• engaged in intellectual pursuits • inspired to challenge the present • empowered to adapt, innovate, and succeed today and tomorrow

Mission Statement Inspired by our students’ infinite potential, Noblesville Schools ensures student-centered learning that seamlessly integrates inquiry learning, 21st Century Skills, and technology in an interdisciplinary, authentic approach to learning.

Engage…… Inspire…… Empower

School Hours

Grades K-5: 8:40 AM - 3:25 PM Half-Day Kindergarten Sessions: Morning Kindergarten: 8:40 - 11:15 AM Afternoon Kindergarten: 12:50 - 3:25 PM

*Children should not arrive at school before 8:30 AM unless they are in AYS or

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participating in a special club or program. Emergency School Closings It may be necessary for the school to close or have delayed openings during the school year because of weather conditions or unsafe driving conditions. Most Indianapolis and Noblesville radio and television stations will broadcast Noblesville Schools closing information. Noblesville Schools has an e-mail alert system that allows parents to receive immediate notification of school closings/delays and other important information from the school district. To receive the alert, go to the district webpage at www.noblesvilleschools.org and click on the “E-Mail Alert” logo on the front page. You will be asked to enter your e-mail address. Mailings will come from sharon_trisler@nobl.k12.in.us and will be entitled “E-Mail Alert from Noblesville Schools.” School Visitations Parents are encouraged to visit school during the regular school day. It is advisable to consult the teacher as to the time and length of visit that will be most profitable. Upon arrival, you must sign in at the office where you will receive a visitor’s badge, which should be worn during your visit and returned, upon your departure. In the interest of safety and security for students and staff, a picture I.D. may be requested. School administration reserves the right to deny access based on certain circumstances such as: lockdowns, concern for safety, and etc. Each fall, all Noblesville Elementary Schools have meetings where parents are able to meet their child’s teacher. These meetings are held prior to parent-teacher conferences. This allows the teacher to explain the curriculum which will leave more time at the Parent-Teacher Conference for the discussion of the child’s progress. Volunteer Program Volunteer programs are conducted in each elementary school. Volunteers share their time, their talents, and their skills while performing various activities at the elementary level. Programs differ between the schools according to the needs of the school and the interests and abilities of the volunteers. Confidentiality of student information is essential. All volunteers must give permission for a criminal background check and be approved prior to volunteering in our schools. Volunteers must also have a completed volunteer form on file in the office.

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BE PRESENT at school Classroom attendance, even when no grades are assigned for the day’s activities, provides valuable learning through lecture, discussion, group activities, and student interaction. When students are absent, they deprive their classmates of their contributions to the learning process, and they derive no benefits themselves from the classroom discussions and interactions among teachers and fellow students. The primary goal of the Noblesville Schools’ BE PRESENT attendance mission is to encourage maximum student attendance so that students have every available opportunity to succeed. However, if your child must be absent from school, parents are required to call the school by 9:00 AM on the morning a student is absent. The building principal will emphasize good daily attendance practices with students and with the home by the following:

A. The school requests the parent/guardian contact the school on the morning a student is absent. If this cannot be done or is not done, the notification from the parent/guardian should follow upon his/her return to school.

B. If the student is going to be out of school for any extended period of time, the school should be notified as soon as it is known the student will miss more than two consecutive days.

In cases where it is known a student is going to be out of school, the school should be notified prior to the absence and the appropriate paperwork (Request for Excused Absence Due to Extraordinary Circumstances) must be completed. The principal may request documentation of absence and must approve the request for absence. Tardies Students who arrive at school after the 8:40 bell are considered “tardy” and must report to the office. A parent or responsible adult must bring the child into the building when tardy.

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ACES (Attending Class Equals Success) Elementary Attendance Program

Absences not referred to in the ACES Program are: Absences with medical documentation Religious Holidays Death in the immediate family ** In rare instances, families may receive approval of the principal for a student

to be absent and excused from school for reasons other than those specified by law and policy.

Students with Excessive Absences: “Absence” means that a student is not at school and the local school administrator or local school corporation has not authorized the absence.

1. When a student misses 6 days of school an administrator/counselor will review the student’s attendance. The parent, student, administrator, counselor/social worker, and/or nurse (if requested) may be included in the review process. In some cases the School Resource Officer will be involved. The review team will determine the causes of the student’s absences and the parent and student will be encouraged to improve his/her attendance.

2. When a student misses 8 days of school a Letter of Incapacity and a physician's certificate, which requires a doctor’s note for any further absences, will be delivered to the parent by email or mail. In some cases the School Resource Officer will be involved.

3. When a student misses 12 days of school the student and parent may be referred to the Noblesville Community Prosecutor and the Noblesville Schools’ Director of Student Services. The Student Services Department will send an attendance letter to the parents. The Community Prosecutor will also contact the parents to inform the parent and child of a required family meeting.

4. Any further absences will result in a meeting between the deputy prosecutor, school administration, probation officer, parent and child.

5. If the student is still missing school, educational neglect charges will be filed with the prosecutor’s office.

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Importance of Good Attendance What rules apply to student attendance? Students are in attendance one hundred and eighty (180) days per year, and there are one hundred and eighty-five (185) days during the year which do not require school attendance. The building principal will emphasize good daily attendance practices with students and parents or guardians by communicating through the building handbook. Indiana standards and requirements provide by statute that:

• each principal may take action concerning his/her school or any school activity within his/her jurisdiction which is necessary to carry out or prevent interference with an educational function or school purpose… including the establishment of written rules and standards to govern student conduct; and,

• it is unlawful for a parent to fail, neglect, or refuse to send his/her child to a public school for the full term as required under this chapter unless the child is being provided with equivalent instruction as the public school provides.

Why is this an issue? No Child Left Behind and Indiana Public Law 221 now measures each school’s attendance average against all other schools and places every school in performance categories using attendance as one of the criteria for placement. Accordingly, schools can perform well in academic terms but be placed in a lower achievement category due to insufficient attendance and graduation rates. Indiana also created an attendance standard with the requirement that students who do not pass the ISTEP+ graduation exam establish a 95% attendance rate and meet certain academic standards in order to receive a diploma. If we are going to be successful within the school improvement standards, each student and each building needs to guarantee that the established attendance rate will be met. Students who are chronically absent and those who take extra vacation days will make it necessary for other students to have virtually no absences in order for the school-wide average to meet the established targets. Is this only for students? School staff members can model positive behavior by having exemplary attendance themselves. They can also reinforce the value of school attendance by insuring that meaningful educational activities occur on each of the 180 days when school is in session. Everyone involved in education must adapt to higher standards for attendance in order to assist Noblesville Schools in reaching their goals.

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Health Services Health Services A school nurse is in each elementary building every school day to care for our students. Health Records At the time of enrollment, a parent should be prepared to provide the school a history of medical concerns, illnesses, accidents, and any other information that will help the school understand and serve the child. Immunizations A complete immunization record or exemption must be on file by the first day of school. This requirement can be enforced by a request for expulsion. Vision/Hearing The school nurse is responsible for vision screening for students in kindergarten and grade three. A Speech/Hearing therapist is responsible for hearing tests for students in grades one and four. These screenings are used to identify students who may have vision or hearing problems. The school nurse or Speech/Hearing therapist will notify parents if more comprehensive testing by a physician is recommended. Medical Emergencies When a child has a minor accident at school, first aid procedures are followed. In case of severe injury or illness, parents are contacted immediately. If the parents are not available, the emergency numbers provided by the parents are called. It is very important for parents to make certain that they have signed the emergency medical release form at their child’s school in case the parents or emergency contacts are unavailable. The emergency medical release form allows the school to secure medical treatment for an injured or ill child. Fever/Illness Any student whose temperature is 100 degrees or above, has vomiting or diarrhea will be sent home from school. However, a student does not have to have a temperature of 100 degrees or above to go home; other symptoms may warrant sending a child home. Any student with a fever, vomiting, or diarrhea should be kept home until they are fever-free (without the use of fever-reducing medication) or no vomiting or diarrhea for 24 hours. COMMUNICABLE DISEASES If a student is ill, has a communicable disease that is transmissible through normal school contacts, poses a substantial threat to the health and safety of the school community, or is infested with parasites, the school nurse may send the student home. The nurse will communicate with the student’s parent, describe the nature of the illness or infestation and, if appropriate, recommend that the family physician be consulted. The student may return to school when a doctor states, by letter, documenting that it is safe for the student and the school community for the student to be readmitted.

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Head Lice Parents need to notify the school if their child has head lice. After the student has been properly treated and is lice-free, the child must be accompanied by an adult to meet with the school nurse before returning to the classroom. Medication To Be Taken at School School nurses are available to give your child medication when necessary. Be aware of the school nurse’s hours. Prescription Medication (Ordered by the doctor)

1. To safeguard the transportation of medication to and from school, all prescription medication must be brought to the Health Center by a parent or guardian. Students are not permitted to carry medication. 2. A labeled prescription container with child’s name and instructions; or and a

written order from the doctor is on file in nurse office. 3. A written/signed parent permission form is on file in nurse office. 4. The medication is in the original container. 5. Any unused medication unclaimed by the parent by the last student day of school will be destroyed.

Non-Prescription Medication (Example: cold or cough medicine, cough drops, Tylenol, etc.) 1. To safeguard the transportation of medication to and from school, all

nonprescription medication must be brought to the Health Center by a parent or guardian. Students are not permitted to carry medication. 2. A written/signed parent permission form is on file in the nurse office. 3. The medication is in the original container. 4. The School Nurse may not administer medications that exceed the recommended amounts. If larger doses are to be given, a written physician order must accompany the parent permission form. 5. Non-FDA-approved medications may not be administered by the School Nurse. 6. Any unused medication unclaimed by the parent by the last student day of school will be destroyed.

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Medication for Chronic Disease or Medical Condition A student with a chronic disease or medical condition may possess and self-administer medication for the chronic disease or medical condition if the following conditions are met:

1. The student’s parent has filed an authorization with the student’s principal for the student to possess and self-administer the medication. The authorization must include the following doctor’s statement.

2. A physician states in writing that:

a. the student has an acute or chronic disease or medical condition for which the physician has prescribed medication.

b. the student has been instructed in how to self-administer the medication. c. the nature of the disease or medical condition requires emergency

administration of medication. The parent’s authorization and doctor’s order must be filed with a student’s principal annually. A school corporation may not send home a student medication that is possessed by a school for administration during school hours or at school functions. Medication that is possessed by a school for administration during hours or at school functions for a student may be released only to:

1. The student’s parent; or 2. An individual who is: a. at least eighteen years of age; and b. designated in writing by the student’s parent to receive the medication.

Noblesville Schools’ Nurses will help in any way possible. Please call the nurse at your school if you have questions.

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Food Allergies Food allergies are presenting increasing challenges for schools. The risk of accidental exposure to foods can be reduced in the school setting if schools work with students, parents, and physicians to minimize risks and provide a safe educational environment for food-allergic students. Noblesville Schools maintains the expectation that specific building-based guidelines and/or activities will be established to insure that the health needs of students will be met in the least restrictive environment. In order to assist students with developing the skills necessary to participate in all educational programs, building-based teams will communicate with parents and students to allow the student to gradually assume more responsibility for maintaining their safety as they advance from elementary school to secondary school. To view the Food Allergies Policy visit the Noblesville Schools' Website at www.noblesvilleschools.org. Select district, policies, 8000 Operations, then 8500.01 Food Allergies.

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Wellness Schools can play an important role with parents, caregivers, and the community-at-large in helping students make good nutrition choices and providing opportunities for participation in regular physical activity. A district Wellness Policy (8510) and a Wellness Advisory Council have been created to address issues related to student wellness, particularly through health and physical education and food and drink choices offered to students during the school day. With the objectives of enhancing student health and well-being, and reducing childhood obesity, the following guidelines are established: Noblesville Schools acknowledges the increasing prevalence of childhood obesity in the United States and diseases that accompany obesity in children (e.g., heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, asthma, sleep apnea, tooth decay, and social discrimination). Thus, it is the responsibility of all Noblesville Schools' employees to assist students in making healthy choices related to nutrition and physical activity. Of concern, too, is the use of food and beverages as incentives and rewards to motivate children to learn. The following principles are supported by current research on nutrition: 1. Nutrition principles taught in the classroom are meaningless if they are contradicted by rewarding children with candy and other sweets.

2. Food commonly used as rewards (like candy and cookies) can contribute the health problems listed above and the development of eating disorders.

3. Rewarding with food can interfere with children learning to eat in response to hunger and satiety cues. Schools can help promote a healthy learning environment by using nonfood incentives and rewards. It is strongly recommended that items other than food are offered to students as rewards. The use of food and/or beverages as incentives and rewards for students should be used sparingly, and approved by the principal / designee. All food and beverages given to students during the regular school day and on school grounds will meet the better food and beverage guidelines with the following guideline exceptions: Each building may celebrate three parties during the school year ... one fall, one winter, and one spring. The Director of Food Service and School Cafeteria Manager will provide the food and beverage items given to students at these parties. One additional food or beverage item that does not qualify as a better food or beverage may be given to students at each party. No soft drinks or other carbonated drinks will be allowed. Crafts, games, and socialization should be the focus of the parties.

The use of food and/or beverages as incentives and rewards for students should be used sparingly, and approved by the principal / designee. Classrooms may hold a maximum of two reward parties (e.g., pizza party, popcorn party) per semester.

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Student birthdays will not be celebrated with food items. Teachers may choose to celebrate birthdays with non-food items or student recognition.

Only food and beverages that meet the better food and beverage guidelines and guideline exceptions may be sent home with students. Food and beverage items used as part of an instructional lesson or unit, which do not meet the better food and beverage guidelines, must be curriculum-based, used sparingly, and approved by the principal/designee. Supervision of implementation and interpretation when questions arise are the responsibilities of the building principal. ALL food and beverage items available for sale at school or on school grounds during the school day must qualify as better choice foods and beverages. Better Choice Foods: (A) Not more than 30% of their total calories are from fat. (B) Not more than 10% of their total calories are from saturated and transfat. (C) Not more than 35% of their weight is from sugars that do not occur naturally in fruits, vegetables, or dairy products. (D) Item may not exceed specified portion limits if the food item contains more than 210 calories Better Choice Beverages: (A) Item may not exceed 20 oz. (B) Fruit or vegetable based drinks must contain 100% real fruit or vegetable juice and do not contain additional caloric sweeteners. (C) Water and seltzer water that do not contain additional caloric sweeteners. (D) Low fat and fat free milk, including chocolate milk, soy milk, rice milk, and other similar dairy and nondairy calcium fortified milks. (E) Isotonic beverages. Accident Insurance Noblesville Schools make available a student accident insurance policy. These are distributed at the beginning of school. The school will not act as an agent between the insured and the insurance company. However, we will be cooperative in helping students and parents obtain information when filing claims. The school does not carry insurance for student injuries or the loss of personal property.

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Recess

Each elementary school designates one recess for students in grades K-5. Supervision is always provided during the recess periods. Students should wear proper clothing and footwear for the prevailing weather conditions. All children will stay inside if the temperature is 0º or below or if the wind chill is 0º or less. Curriculum

Language Arts

The language arts program develops the skills, concepts, and attitudes involved in listening, speaking, reading, writing, spelling, grammar, and literature. Reading-The reading program in the Noblesville Elementary Schools was designed with the children’s learning characteristics and areas of interest in mind. Children’s individual abilities are considered as skills are taught. Students receive instruction and additional assistance on a small group or individual basis either through enrichment, reinforcement or remedial experiences. The aim of the reading program is to help each child as he/she moves through his/her school program to achieve the highest level of competence in reading that is possible.

English-The basic purposes of teaching English are to improve and to refine the language knowledge, understanding, and usage that pupils have acquired naturally. English is taught as a subject in which six aspects: speech sounds, talking, listening, written expression, reading, and literature understanding are interrelated, but which are at times emphasized singly for purposes of instruction.

Spelling- Spelling is approached as a tool to be used in everyday communication. Spelling is most effectively taught when integrated into the language arts curriculum instead of an isolated subject.

Handwriting-Handwriting materials are used which are suitable to the individual

child’s development. Students use manuscript writing until the teacher feels the child’s muscular coordination is developed sufficiently to start cursive writing. This begins in third grade.

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Mathematics The general aim of mathematics in all elementary grades is to develop the ability to perform number operations with skill and understanding. The program recognizes the individual differences in children. Learning situations to meet these individual differences are provided. Emphasis in the mathematics program is placed on problem solving, reasoning skills, geometry, probability, and statistics, as well as the use of calculators and computers. Computational skills are important at all levels. Manipulatives are used to build basic understandings that are vital to concept development.

Science Through science, the elementary schools seek to create an appreciation of the wonders of the world in which we live and an understanding of the methods and importance of science and the scientist in our culture. Science instruction should enable the child to apply what he/she learns.

Social Studies The social studies program in the elementary schools includes at every grade level basic relationships among people and the relationships of people to their environment. The program utilizes an interdisciplinary approach, drawing information from all the major social science disciplines. Through the program, students should better understand themselves and other people while preparing to live in the world of tomorrow. Map-and-globe, chronology, inquiry, and research are basic social studies goals that are emphasized. The social studies curriculum seeks to develop in students positive values based on American democratic ideas.

Fine Arts The primary aim of music in the elementary schools is the creation of positive attitudes toward music on the part of every child. Music classes are taught to all pupils in Grades 1-5. Music programs are held in the elementary schools during the school year. The primary aim of art in the elementary schools is to present a program of quality experiences essential to the total development of the individual and to emphasize the importance of creative endeavors as a necessity for all learning. Art classes are also taught each week to all pupils in Grades 1-5.

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Physical Education The physical education program is an integral part of the curriculum for elementary pupils. It is a definite and functional medium of education that aims to develop the pupil’s physical, social, emotional and mental capacities to the optimum. Classes are taught to all pupils in Grades 1-5. Well-planned programs by the physical education teachers provide instruction in activities and skills that develop coordination and give the pupils a better feeling of self-confidence and security.

Kindergarten Noblesville Schools is committed to providing high quality early learning opportunities for all students. Families have the option of placing their child in the full-day kindergarten program or the. Locations of half-day programs are based on enrollment. Full-day Kindergarten Full-day kindergarten offers more time to elaborate on the developmentally appropriate learning experiences students need in order to develop the key concepts and skills necessary for future success. Full-day kindergarten is based on the same kindergarten academic standards and curriculum as the half-day program, however instructional approaches are different. A full-day kindergarten schedule provides teachers and students with more time to devote to additional small-group and individual activities focusing on academic and social-emotional skill development. High Ability Program Noblesville Schools is committed to providing appropriate instructional services for identified high ability students in grades K-5. Each elementary school offers a continuum of services to support the learning needs of high-ability students. Programming options include differentiated instruction in all grade levels, grade 2 Advanced Math, and FOCUS Language Arts and Math in grades 3 - 5. The mission of the FOCUS (Flexible Opportunities to Challenge Us) program is to develop talent, accelerate learning, and increase depth of understanding through a rigorous and differentiated curriculum. The FOCUS program is offered in all elementary buildings to qualifying students in grades 3 - 5. Students who qualify for FOCUS are grouped together in a self-contained or cluster group classroom and receive high ability instruction through a rigorous language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science curriculum. Students identified as having high ability in mathematics only may be placed in classrooms other than the high ability classroom and regrouped for instruction with the FOCUS teacher. Further information on qualifications and instruction may be obtained through any elementary principal or in the High Ability Handbook on the district website.

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Compensatory Education Program A Title I reading program is available at Noble Crossing, North, Promise Road, Stony Creek, and White River Elementary Schools. Title I projects must meet the special needs of educationally deprived children in school areas determined by the Division of Compensatory Education, Indiana Department of Education. All children in a Title I school may be provided with services. Noblesville Schools’ Title I Program is diagnostic-prescriptive and is focused on reading in primary grades. Special Education Services Response to Intervention (Article 7, IDEA) is a multi-step approach to providing special services and interventions to students who struggle with learning and behavior. At each step, students are closely monitored to make certain that progress is being made. As interventions become more intense, results are used to make decisions about the need for further research-based instruction and possible evaluation for special education services. In the past, students were identified as having a learning disability if there was a discrepancy between their academic scores and their IQ. Now, Noblesville Schools is placing emphasis on early identification, through universal screenings, interventions and self-advocacy to support student learning. For more information on RTI, please visit our district website at: www.noblesvilleschools.org. The information on RTI can be found by choosing Student Services and then clicking on the Special Education icon. Noblesville Schools is also a member of the Hamilton, Boone, Madison Special Services Cooperative. Services for children with special educational needs are included in the cooperative programs. Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports Noblesville Schools uses several data reviews and positive supports to identify and reinforce students who are doing the right thing in school. These reviews include, but are not limited to, the checking of grades, attendance, and discipline reports. After students are found to be in need of help to do the right thing, we work to assist students through individually designed interventions. After students are identified, we continue to collect and analyze data to monitor the progress of individual students and the climate of the school overall.

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Media Services

Noblesville Elementary Schools feel that pupils need a large variety of carefully chosen reference materials if the minds of pupils are to be opened. They are taught the skills for using the various materials available. Whatever the child’s age or ability, the media center provides curriculum enrichment, recreational reading and help to answer the multitude of questions and problems of the growing minds of children. Book Rental Textbooks and workbooks are furnished to pupils for an annual rental fee. This amount is payable at the start of each new school year. If a book is lost, misused or damaged beyond reasonable wear, the child responsible must pay for it. Report Cards Each semester is divided into two nine-week grading periods. Grade cards are sent home with students following the end of each grading period. Mid-Term Progress Reports are also given in Grades 2-5 to help keep parents informed of their child’s progress throughout the school year. Each elementary school uses the following grading scale in Grades 2-4. 93-100 A 90-92 A- 87-89 B+ 83-86 B 80-82 B- 77-79 C+ 73-76 C 70-72 C- 67-69 D+ 63-66 D 60-62 D- 59 & Below F Noblesville Schools uses electronic standards-based report cards for grades 2-6 starting August 2011. Standards-based report cards allow teachers to report detailed student progress toward mastery of the Indiana Academic Standards. This information allows parents and teacher to clearly communicate about a child’s specific academic and behavioral progress. Students in kindergarten and first grade are currently using standards-based report cards.

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Student Dress There is a direct relationship between dress, grooming, conduct, and the wholesome living and thinking of boys and girls. Students are expected to dress and groom themselves within the framework of individual pride, decency, cleanliness, and safety. Students must refrain from clothing that disrupts the educational process. Students are not permitted to wear hats or coats in class unless special permission is granted. Parental cooperation is expected to insure adherence to the above standards. After School Programs Before and after school programs are offered at each elementary school for children of parents who work or have other obligations. For more information about the program, please contact your home school’s office. School Parties

Individual schools establish their own policies concerning parties. Holiday parties are held at each elementary school. The exchange of holiday presents and valentines also follows procedures established in the individual schools. Balloon bouquets and flowers should not be delivered to school as these will not be given to students. Transportation Students who walk or ride bicycles to school should observe good safety habits. Crossing guards are stationed at major intersections for your child’s safety. Children should always obey a crossing guard’s instructions. Parents who wish to drive their children to school should deliver them to the area that has been determined by the school. Safety tips for students who ride school buses are:

1. The bus driver has the same relationship to the child as does the teacher. It is his duty to maintain order on the bus at all times.

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2. Obey the driver promptly and cheerfully. He is working for your safety and is your friend. Realize he has a big responsibility and that it is your job to help.

3. Be careful in approaching bus stops; walk on the left facing on-coming traffic

where there is no sidewalk.

4. Avoid standing or playing on the road while waiting for the bus.

5. Do not destroy or damage surrounding property in any way while waiting for the bus.

6. Help keep the bus on schedule-be on time.

7. No pupil will enter or leave the bus until it has come to a full stop and the

door has been opened by the driver.

8. Be seated promptly, sit three to a seat, and be careful not to block the aisles. No one is permitted to save seats. Remain seated until the bus stops.

9. Remember, loud talking or laughter or unnecessary confusion diverts the

driver’s attention and may result in a serious accident. Classroom conduct is expected, using normal tone of voice.

10. Pupils shall not be allowed to tease or scuffle with each other.

11. No windows or doors will be opened or closed except by permission of the

driver.

12. Treat bus equipment as you would valuable furniture in your home.

13. Help keep the bus clean, sanitary, and orderly. Deposit refuse in containers at the front of the bus. No food shall be eaten on the bus.

14. Pupils who wish to ride a bus different from their assigned bus must have a signed note from their parent. This must also be approved by school officials.

Field Trips Field trips of educational value may be taken throughout the school year. Students must have a permission slip signed by a parent before they will be permitted to go on a field trip. Parental permission shall be secured on a trip-to-trip basis.

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School Cafeteria

Each elementary school in Noblesville has a school cafeteria where lunches are prepared daily. Lunch menus are sent home and can also be viewed on Noblesville School’s website. Parents are always welcome to have lunch with their child. We ask that you please call the school the morning of your visit so that the proper amount of food can be prepared. Payment for an adult lunch cannot be taken out of a student’s account. Commercially prepared food such as Pizza Hut, Wendy’s or McDonalds are not to be brought into the cafeteria. Students have the option of bringing their own lunch and purchasing a carton of milk in the school cafeteria. Students are not allowed to bring carbonated beverages to consume during lunch. Students are expected to practice good table manners and be responsible for the cleanliness of their place at the table. All school cafeterias utilize a pre-pay/debit system. This system is designed to process student food purchases more efficiently and to reduce the amount of cash handled at the register. All students, adults and district employees are expected to pay cash daily or prepay into their food service account for all purchases. However, so that an elementary student does not miss a meal, the first three days that a student has no payment for breakfast or lunch, the regular breakfast and hot lunch will be furnished. After three days of non-payment, the student will receive an alternate breakfast consisting of graham crackers and milk and an alternate lunch consisting of a peanut butter sandwich and milk. A fee will be charged to the student’s account for these alternate meals. Account balances remaining at the end of the school year will remain in the student’s account and available for use the following year. Refunds will only be given if a student graduates or leaves Noblesville Schools. Children from households that meet the Federal income guidelines are eligible for free or reduced price meals. Applications are available at each school and must be completed each school year. Only one application should be completed per household. Please note that our current bank fee will be assessed for all checks returned.

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Public Wi-Fi & Personally Owned Devices The technology devices students bring to school are their sole responsibility. The campus or district assumes no responsibility for personal devices if they are lost,

loaned, damaged, or stolen and only limited time or resources will be spent trying to locate stolen or lost items.

Personal devices may be subject to investigation in accordance with District Policy. Students are to keep their devices secure at all times and not loan to others. Students must keep devices on silent or vibrate mode.

Noblesville Schools is now offering a filtered Public WiFi on all campuses. Students in grades 2—12 may bring a personal device to school and use for educational purposes. Students are expected to connect to the filtered Public WiFi. Bring Your Own Device ● Users of the NS Public WiFi network have filtered Internet access just as they would on

district owned devices. ● Students in grades 2-12 may bring their own technology devices (laptop, netbook, cell

phone, tablet, etc.) to NS campuses and can use it at the discretion of the school and classroom teacher.

● By connecting to the NS Public WiFi, users accept the terms of the Noblesville Schools Responsible Use Guidelines, located on the Noblesville Schools Website.

● Use of technology is a privilege and not a right. ● Students are expected to exhibit digital responsibility and follow the Responsible Use

Guidelines while using technology. ● The Responsible Use Guidelines may be found on NoblesvilleSchools.org and a copy

will be provided to your student. Appropriate Student Use As with any tool, there are appropriate uses of devices on the NS Public WiFi network. Campus administrators and teachers have the right to prohibit use of devices at certain times or during designated activities (i.e. campus presentation, theatrical performance, or guest speaker) that occur during the school day. Families should: ● Clearly label all devices and power cords with your student’s name ● Set a password or passcode on the device ● Bring devices to school fully charged and in good working order ● Backing–up the device ● Record the serial number and model information at home

Students should: ● Bring headphones to use with their device if they wish to use the device’s audio

functionality ● Silence or place devices on vibrate while working in class

Technology Safety Expectation ● Use strong passwords ● Do not share passwords ● Keep addresses, phone numbers, and other personal information private ● Be respectful when communicating ● Do not connect with people you do not know personally

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● Connect to the filtered NS Pubic WiFi while on campus ● Report any suspicious information to an adult immediately ● Photos are to be taken only when directed by the classroom teacher ● Students must not loan or share personal device with others

Responsible Use Guidelines for Use of Personal Telecommunication Devices Learning about and being held accountable for the responsible use of either district-owned technology or personally owned electronic devices is an important part of preparing students to be successful in the future. Each student is expected to act in an appropriate manner in accordance with the District’s Responsible Use Guidelines whether using district owned or personally-owned electronic devices. Students in grades 2 – 12 may bring and use personal, portable, electronic devices, including but not limited to, electronic readers, small laptop computers, cell phones, or any other portable equipment that can access the District’s filtered, Wi-Fi network. The following guidelines must be adhered to by students using a personally-owned electronic device at school: ● Internet access is filtered by the District on personal devices in the same manner as

District-owned equipment. If Internet access is needed, connection must be made to the filtered, wireless network provided by the District is required.

● Students are expected to follow the Responsible Use Guidelines available on the web at NoblesvilleSchools.org

● Personal devices are the sole responsibility of the student owner. The school or District assumes no responsibility for personal devices if they are lost, loaned, damaged or stolen and only limited time or resources will be spent trying to locate stolen or lost items.

● These devices have educational and monetary value. Students are prohibited from trading or selling these items to other students on District property, including school buses.

● Each student is responsible for his/her own device: set-up, maintenance, and charging. Teachers will not store student devices at any time, nor will any District employee diagnose, repair, or work on a student’s personal device.

● Students who do not have access to personal devices will be provided with an alternative way of completing the assignment or a district owned device may be provided based on availability.

● Electronic devices are to be used for educational purposes at the discretion of a teacher. ● Campus administrators and teachers have the right to prohibit use of devices at certain

times or during designated activities (i.e. campus presentation, theatrical performance, or guest speaker) that occur during the school day.

● An appropriately-trained administrator may examine a student’s personal device and search its contents, in accordance with the law, if the administrator has reasonable suspicion to believe that the device contains evidence of unlawful conduct or conduct that is in violation of school rules. The search, however, will be limited in scope based upon the limitations of the Fourth Amendment and any other applicable legal restriction.

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Discipline and Grounds for Suspension and Expulsion

Good behavior is expected of elementary students at all times. Playground and cafeteria rules and regulations vary from school to school. Each school is responsible for the development and distribution of its discipline guidelines. These will be distributed at the beginning of the school year. In addition to the individual school regulations, the following are applicable to all schools and are a part of state law. Rule 1. Disorderly Conduct (IC 20-33-8-14) Use of violence, force, noise, coercion, threat, intimidation, fear, passive resistance, or other comparable conduct, constituting an interference with school purposes, or urging other students to engage in such conduct. Rule 2. Vandalism and Theft of School Property (IC 35-43-1-2) Causing or attempting to cause substantial damage to school property, stealing or attempting to steal school property of substantial value, or repeated damage or theft involving school property of small value. Rule 3. Respect for School Property (IC 35-43-1-2) Showing lack of respect for school property shall include but not be limited to the following: scratching, marking, kicking, or otherwise defacing or damaging walls, rest rooms, or other school facilities. Rule 4. Vandalism and Theft of Private Property (IC 35-43-1-2) Intentionally causing or attempting to cause substantial damage to valuable private property, or stealing or attempting to steal valuable private property, or repeated damage or theft involving private property of small value. Rule 5. Physical Abuse and Rowdiness (Fighting) (IC 35-42-2-1) Intentionally causing or attempting to cause physical injury or intentionally behaving in such a way as could reasonably cause physical injury to any person.

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Rule 6. Threats and Intimidation (IC 35-45-2-1) Threatening or intimidating any student. Rule 7. Bullying (IC 35-45-2-2) Bullying as defined in State law means overt, repeated acts or gestures, including verbal or written communications transmitted, physical acts committed, or any other behaviors committed by a student or group of students against another student with the intent to harass, ridicule, humiliate, intimidate, or harm the other student. (SEA265) This type of behavior is a form of harassment, although it need not be based on any of the legally protected characteristics, such as sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, or disability. It would include, but not be limited to, such behaviors as stalking, intimidating, menacing, coercion, name-calling, taunting, making threats, and hazing. Any student who believes he/she has been or is currently the victim of bullying should immediately report the situation to the building principal. The student may also report concerns to a teacher or counselor who will be responsible for notifying the appropriate administrator. Every student is encouraged, and every staff member is required, to report any situation that they believe to be bullying behavior directed toward a student. Reports may be made to those identified above. Rule 8. Weapons/Firearms (IC 35-47-9-2) Knowingly possessing, handling, or transmitting any object that can reasonably be considered a weapon or firearm. Indiana State Statue specifies that explosives such as firecrackers are illegal and can be a suspension or expulsion offense. Possessing or transmitting any firearm on school property will result in expulsion for one calendar year. The student could return to school at the beginning of the next semester following the term of the expulsion. The following devices are considered to be a firearm as defined in Section 921 of Title 18 of the United States Code:

• Any weapon which will or is designed to or may readily be converted to expel a projectile by the action of an explosive.

• The frame or receiver of any weapon • Any destructive device which is an explosive, incendiary, or poison gas

bomb, grenade, rocket, etc. • Any weapon which will, or which may be readily converted to, expel a

projectile. • Any combination of parts either designed or intended for use in converting

any device into any destructive device.

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Rule 9. Drugs, Narcotics, and Alcoholic Beverages (IC 35-48-4-16) No student may provide any substance to any other student, by sale or any other means, which is presented to be a narcotic drug, hallucinogenic drug, amphetamine, barbiturate, marijuana, alcoholic beverage, stimulant, depressant, or intoxicant of any kind. No student may possess, use, or be under the influence of any substance which the student has reason to believe is, or which has been represented to be, a narcotic drug, amphetamine, barbiturate, marijuana, alcoholic beverage, stimulant, depressant, or intoxicant of any kind. Students are prohibited from possessing, using, transmitting, or being under the influence of caffeine-based pills, substances containing phenylpropanolamine (PPA), or stimulants of any kind with or without a prescription. A substance for which a student has a prescription or written permission from a parent must be brought to the health office and administered or taken there. No student may possess, use, offer for sale, or deliver an instrument, device, or other object that is intended to be used primarily for introducing a controlled substance into the human body, testing the strength, effectiveness, or purity of a controlled substance, or enhancing the effect of a controlled substance. Penalties for drug and alcohol violations fall under the guidelines of the Noblesville Schools Student Assistance Program: 1st Offense-Ten-day suspension from school. Expulsion from school may be waived, provided the student and parents meet with a school administrator and a student assistance coordinator and follow recommendations, which may include professional assessment and/or an educational component. 2nd offense-Five-day suspension and recommendation for expulsion from school. Dealing-Students determined to be dealing or selling illicit alcohol/drugs will be recommended for expulsion from school without any of the 1st offense options of returning to school. Rule 10. Directions of School Personnel (IC 20-33-8-9) Failing in a substantial number of instances to comply with the directions of teachers or other school personnel during any period of time when the student is properly under their supervision, where such failure constitutes an interference with school purposes or an educational function. Rule 11. Laws and Statutes (IC 20-33-8-15) Engaging in any activity forbidden by the laws of the State of Indiana which constitutes an interference with school purposes or an educational function.

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Rule 12. Abusive Language or Conduct/Disrespect A student shall not use language, conduct, or actions which are deemed abusive, offensive, threatening or disrespectful by school personnel. A student shall not use gestures or conduct or possess materials that are considered obscene by school personnel. Rule 13. Bomb Threat (IC 35-45-2-1) No student shall make a false report with intent to deceive, mislead, or otherwise misinform any school person about the placing or planting of a bomb of any nature on or about school property. Any such “bomb threat” is a violation of the law and all students determined to have been involved in such an illegal act shall be prosecuted as well as disciplined. Rule 14. False Fire Alarms (IC 35-45-2-1) Any student found guilty of maliciously or intentionally activating a false fire alarm or fire equipment shall be suspended from school and may be recommended for expulsion. Rule 15. Gang Activity (IC 20-33-8-15) Being involved in any conduct identified as illegal or disruptive “gang” activity. This is interpreted as including but not limited to active gang membership, coercion, threats, intimidation, displaying of gang colors and paraphernalia, and the use of recognized gang signs and graffiti. These rules are in effect:

1. On all school grounds, K-12, immediately before, during, and immediately after school hours, and at any other time when the school is being used by a school group;

2. Off school grounds at a school activity, function, or event; 3. Traveling to or from a school, a school activity, function, or event; 4. Students who are suspended or expelled from one school will also be subject

to the same penalty from the other school. In addition to the above, a student may be suspended or expelled for engaging in unlawful activity on or off school grounds if the unlawful activity may reasonably be considered to be directly related to school and an interference with school purposes or an educational function, or the student’s removal is necessary to restore order to protect persons on school property. This includes any unlawful activity meeting the above criteria which takes place during weekends, holidays, other school breaks, and the summer periods when a student may not be attending classes or other school functions.

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Harassment (IC 35-45-2-2) 1. Policy Statement It is the objective of the Board of School Trustees of Noblesville Schools to provide members of its school community with an atmosphere conducive to the achievement of their objectives in work and in learning in the activities within its jurisdiction. Harassment of any member of the school community is inconsistent with the objective and will be prevented where possible and sanctioned as necessary to prevent its reoccurrence. 2. Definitions of Terms Used in the Policy

A. “Harassment” as used in this policy means:

1. unwelcome words, spoken or written, or actions directed to another person, which interfere with the victim’s ability to work, learn, or successfully participate in a school activity; or

2. an offer of a benefit or an opportunity to avoid a sanction if the victim accommodates or does not reject the harasser’s words or actions.

The term specifically includes sexual harassment, but is not limited to behavior motivated in whole or in part by the victim’s gender, race, disability, religion, national origin or ancestry, protected conduct expression protected by the First Amendment, or association with others for a lawful purpose.

B. “Sexual Harassment” as used in this policy means unwelcome words or actions motivated in whole or in substantial part by the victim’s gender

when:

1. acceptance of or submission to the words or actions in an expressed or implied condition of receiving a benefit, avoiding a penalty, or displacing legitimate considerations in a decision concerning the victim’s employment or education;

2. the unwelcome words or actions substantially interfere with an employee’s work performance or a student’s ability to learn; or

3. the unwelcome words and/or actions create a hostile environment for work or learning.

C. “Hostile environment” as used in the policy means a work or learning environment that is so permeated with harassment that the ability for the victim to work, learn, or derive enjoyment or benefit from an activity is materially diminished from the subjective point of view of the victim and from the objective view of a reasonable person of similar age and maturity.

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D. “Victim” as used in this policy means a student, employee, Board member,

volunteer, or other member of the school community subjected to harassment in violation of this policy.

E. “Complaint Coordinator” as used in this policy means the Title IX/Section

504 Coordinator designated by the Superintendent to be responsible for the administration of the Complaint Procedure described in paragraph four (4) of this Policy.

3. Conduct Specifically Prohibited

It is in violation of this policy for a student, employee, volunteer, Board member or any other person to harass another person:

a. During or immediately before or after a school activity;

b. on school property at any time; or

c. at any time or place where both the victim and harasser are functioning in their capacity as students, employees, or volunteers and the harassment has an impact on the victim’s job performance or learning.

A student violating this policy is subject to discipline including suspension and expulsion. An employee violating this policy is insubordinate and is therefore subject to discipline, including reprimand, suspension without pay, and discharge.

4. Complaint Procedures

a. A victim of harassment may advise the harasser that the conduct constituting the harassment is unwelcome and must stop. Where the victim is unwilling to address the harassment with the harasser or the harassment continues after the victim addresses it with the harasser, the victim may follow the procedure outlined below: b. A victim of harassment should report harassment to his/her building principal, assistant principal, a guidance counselor, or the School Corporation’s Complaint Coordinator. c. No person filing a complaint alleging harassment will be penalized in any way unless an investigation of the complaint determines that the person knowingly stated material facts in the complaint that are untrue. d. A person filing a complaint alleging harassment may not file an anonymous complaint but will be protected from further harassment or retaliation by the School Corporation. The Complaint Coordinator is authorized to request any action necessary to insure that a complainant is protected from further harassment or retaliation for filing a complaint.

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e. A complaint alleging harassment shall:

1. be in writing on forms provided by an administrator; 2. name the complainant and the harasser and describe the harassment in

as much detail as possible;

3. be presented to any administrator for transmittal to the Complaint Coordinator, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, who shall determine how the complaint will be investigated and by whom;

4. be promptly and thoroughly investigated and the results of the

investigation shall be reported in writing to the Director of Human Resources as provided in ~ f through h following.

f. The Director of Human Resources shall receive and review all completed investigations of harassment involving an employee as the alleged harasser or victim and recommend a disposition to the Superintendent. g. The Director of Human Resources shall receive and review all completed

investigations of harassment involving a student as the alleged harasser or victim and recommend a disposition to the Superintendent.

h. The Director of Human Resources shall receive and review all completed

investigations of a complaint involving both an employee and a student and recommend a disposition to the Superintendent.

i. The results of an investigation shall be made available to each principal or

director with responsibility for the area in which the complaint took place unless the investigation identifies them as a harasser.

5. Penalties for Confirmed Harassment

a. An investigation of a complaint of harassment shall focus primarily on whether harassment has occurred rather than the alleged harasser’s motive.

b. A complaint alleging harassment is confirmed where an investigation results

in a finding supported by preponderance of the credible evidence that harassment has occurred.

c. Where a complaint is confirmed, the harasser will be subject to disciplinary

action, which may include expulsion or suspension for a student or termination for an employee.

d. The penalty imposed on a harasser after a complaint is confirmed shall be

sufficient to provide reasonable assurance to the victim and School Corporation that the harassment will not recur. Where confirmed harassment is similar to prior harassment by the same harasser, the penalty imposed on the second or subsequent offense shall be termination or expulsion unless the

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confirmed harasser can provide a remedial plan that provides a guarantee acceptable to the Superintendent that the harassment will not recur.

6. False Reporting (IC 35-44-2-2) A person who knowingly makes a false material statement in a complaint of harassment shall be subject to disciplinary action which may include termination for an employee or expulsion for a student. 7. Dissemination of This Policy The Superintendent shall ensure that every employee and student is made aware of or reminded of this policy at least once each school year. 8. Administrative Guidelines The Superintendent is authorized to develop and implement all procedures, guidelines and forms necessary to the administration of this Policy. 9. Threats Any threats made to a student or school employee that causes them to be in fear of retaliation will be reported to a local law enforcement agency. Civil Rights Compliance Statement (IC 35-46-2-1) Noblesville Schools has a policy of providing equal opportunity. All courses are open to all students regardless of age, race, color, sex, handicapping condition, and national origin, including limited English proficiency. Educational services, programs, instruction, and facilities will not be denied to anyone in Noblesville Schools as a result of his or her age, race, color, sex, handicapping condition, or national origin, including limited English proficiency. For further information, clarification, or complaint please contact Mr. Mark Booth, Director of Student Services, 1775 Field Drive, Noblesville, Indiana 46060 (317) 773-3171.

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Notification of Asbestos Management Plan This information is being published to comply with the requirements of 40 CFR 763 subpart E-asbestos containing materials in schools. This regulation, commonly known as the “AHERA” rule, requires local education agencies to perform certain tasks in regard to the presence and control of asbestos containing materials in the buildings under the jurisdiction of the local education agency. These include, but are not limited to:

1. Developing an asbestos management plan which is designed to outline procedures and guidelines for the inspection, reinspection, and periodic surveillance of asbestos containing materials that are present in the buildings.

2. Provide awareness training and additional training to selected employees. 3. Periodically notify all workers and occupants, or their local guardians, parent-

teacher organizations, and collective bargaining organizations of their availability of asbestos management plans, the location of same, and the times that plans may be reviewed.

This notification is to advise all patrons, occupants, or their legal guardians, collective bargaining organizations, and parent-teachers organizations, that the asbestos management plans required under this act are available for review upon request. A copy of the plans for all buildings under the jurisdiction of this local education agency are located in the administration building which is located at 1775 Field Drive, Noblesville, Indiana 46060; telephone number 773-3171. Plans for individual schools and other buildings are located in the administrative office of each building. The plans can be viewed by any person during normal business hours of the particular school. Interested parties wishing to inquire about the hours and times that the plans are available should call the above number. At this time, the management plans can provide information regarding inspections, response actions, and post-response action activities, including periodic reinspection and surveillance activities that are planned or in progress. Any inquiries regarding any facet of the regulation or the management plans should be directed to the Assistant Superintendent at 773-3171 during regular business hours.

Pesticide Application Notice (For Parents and/or Students) Periodically throughout the year, it may be necessary that pesticides will be applied to external or internal areas of the school building and grounds. If you wish to be given notice of such pesticide applications, please notify the principal or the principal’s designee of the building. You will be given a form to fill out and will be notified of any pesticide application with at least 48-hour advance notice. In case of emergency, pesticides will be applied and communication will be sent to those who had contacted the school requesting notification.

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Elementary Schools

HAZEL DELL 3025 Westfield Road John Land - Principal 773-2914

Beginning at Hinkle Road and E 216th St., east to N Cammack Road, south on a line to a point on E 211th St (Carrigan Road) extended, east to Little Chicago Road. south to State Road 38, east to Lafayette Road. east to Lakeview Drive, directly east on a line that includes all of the Don Mar Mobil Home Court to Nixon Street, south to State Road 32, west to N. Mill Creek Road, north to a l ine north of Promenade Development, West to Lit t le Chicago Road, Continue south on Hazel Dell Road to 169th Street, west to Gray Road, Continue north on Hinkle Road to beginning point on E 216th Street.

Neighborhoods include Bluffs, Conner Crossing, Country Lake Estates, D o n M a r M o b i l e H o m e C o u r t , Harbour Point, Hazel Dell Woods, Long Acre Farms, Mill Creek, Mill Grove, Oakmont, Pebble Brook, Pebble Brook Apartments, Pebble Brook Village, Pine Knoll, Pinehurst Village, Settler's Mill, Slater Farms sections north of 169th S t r e e t , Stone Harbour, Villages of Pebble Brook and Westmont.

HINKLE CREEK 595 South Harbour Drive Jack Lawrence- Principal 776-0840

Begin at E 216th Street and N Cammack Road, east to a point west of Schulley Road that excludes houses on both sides of Schulley Road, south to Carrigan Road(211 Street), east to Hague Road, south to Lakeview Drive, west and then south to a point north of Park Street, east on a line north of Park Street to include houses on both sides of Park Street to the railroad tracks, south on tracks to Nixon Street extended, west on a line to Lakeview Drive and Lafayette Road, continue west on Lafayette Road to State Road 38, west to Little Chicago Road, north to Carrigan Road, west along a line to a point south of N Cammack Road extended, north to beginning point on 216th Street.

Neighborhoods include Carlton Heights, C r y s t a l L a k e s , E a s t H a r b o u r , G r e a t L a k e s A p a r t m e n t s , Harbour Overlook, Harbour Town, Harbour Woods, H a r b o u r V i e w , Lakeside Estates, Lions Creek Apartments, Monterey Village, Morse Point, Prairie Crossing Ridge, South Harbour, West Harbour, Whitcomb Ridge.

NOBLE CROSSING 5670 Noble Crossing Parkway Pat Haney- Principal 817-0808

Begin at Gray Road and 146th Street, north to 1 6 9 S t r e e t , east to Hazel Dell Road, north to a point north of Promenade Development, east on a line to North Mill Creek Road, south to State Road 32, east to White River, south following river to 146th Street, west to beginning point on Gray Road.

Neighborhoods include Cherry Tree Farms, Cherry Tree Meadows, East Haven, Essex, Graylan Place, Greystone Apartments, Hamilton Estates, Kingsley, Lochaven, Peacemaker Ct, River Run, River's Edge Apartments, Scarborough Farms, Slater Farms (section south of I 69th, Slater Woods), The Townes, Twin Oaks, West Haven, West Ridge, Westbrook Village, Willow Lake and Winding Way.

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NORTH 440 North 10th Street Joseph Brown- Principal 773-0482

Begin at Hague Road and E 206th Street, east to a point east of Edith Avenue, south and then east on a line that includes all the houses on both sides of Edith Avenue to Cumberland Road, south to a point south of Allisonville Road. West and then south on a line that includes all houses in Potter’s Woods to 191st Street, east to a point west of Cumberland Road, south on a line that includes all houses in Fairview Farms to 186th Street, east to Cumberland Road, south to Monument Street, west to a point east of 19th Street, south on a line to Conner Street (SR 32/38), west to Nixon Street, north to railroad tracks, north on tracks to a point north of Park Street, east to Lakeview Drive. North and then west to Hague Road, north to beginning point on E 206th Street.

Neighborhoods include Allison Trails, Edith Ave, Fairfield Farms, Forest Hill Estates, James Rd , North Ridge, Potters Woods, Prairie Crossing Greens, Prairie Crossing Woods, Stardust Village, a n d the downtown area including the north side of Conner St (SR32)

PROMISE ROAD 14975 Promise Road Kelly Treinen – Principal 773-7060

Begin at 191st Street and State Road 37, south to Conner Street (SR32/38), east to Union Chapel Road roundabout, south to a point north of Town and County Boulevard roundabout, east on a l ine to a point west of Summer Road, south on a l ine that includes houses in Park Place at Sagamore to a point south of Manbury Manor Blvd., west on a l ine to a point on Litt le Eagle Drive, south on a l ine that includes Fox Circle to Greenfield Avenue (SR 238), west to State Road 37, south to 146t h Street , east to a point in l ine with Summer Road, north along said l ine to 191s t Street , west to beginning point on State Road 37.

Neighborhoods include Arbor Grove, Brighton Knoll, Chapel Woods, Cooper Commons, Cumberland Pt., Fox Glen, Howe Place, Monarch Springs, Princeton Lake Apartments, Stony Creek Estates, Stony Creek Farms, Waterman Farms and Waterman Rd.

STONY CREEK 1350 Greenfield Drive Heidi Karst- Principal 773-0582

Begin at White River and Conner Street (SR32/38), east to Union Chapel Road roundabout, south to a point north of Town and County Boulevard roundabout, east on a l ine to a point west of Summer Road, south on a l ine that excludes Park Place at Sagamore to a point south of Manbury Manor Boulevard, west on a l ine that includes all houses in Sagamore, Stony Creek Meadows and Stony Ridge subdivisions to a point on Litt le Eagle Drive, south on a l ine that is west of Fox Circle Subdivison to Greenfield Avenue (SR 238), west to State Road 37, south to 146t h Street , west to White River, north following river to beginning point on Conner Street.

Neighborhoods include Enclave of Sagamore, James Place, Lakecrest, Sagamore, S o m m e r w o o d , S t o n y C r e e k V i l l a g e , Stony Ridge, Wel l ington Bluffs , Wellington Estates, Wellington North, Wellington Overlook, Wellington Northeast, and t he downtown area including all of the areas south of State Road 32/38 (Conner St.).

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WHITE RIVER 19000 Cumberland Road Christine Jordan - Principal 770-2080

Begin at a point west of Schulley Road and 216th Street, east to a point in line with Summer Road, south along said line to 19lst Street, east to State Road 37, south t o C o n n e r S t r e e t ( SR 32/38), west to 19th Street, north along a line to Monument Street, east to Cumberland Road, north to Field Drive (186th Street), west to a point before the west high school driveway, north along a line that includes the houses off of Cumberland Road to 191st Street, west to a point west of Edgewood Lane, north and then west along a line that includes houses in Green Valley Estates to Cumberland Road, north to Edith Avenue, west and then north to include houses off of Cumberland Road to 206th Street, west to Hague Road, north to Carrigan Road, west to a point west of Schulley Road, north along a line that includes houses on both sides of Schulley Road to the beginning point on 216th Street.

Neighborhoods include Carrigan Cove, Carrigan Point, Clare, Countrywood, Craig Highlands, Cumberland Manor, Deer Ridge, E a s t H a r b o u r I I I , Emerald Acres, Fisher's Woodland, Green Valley, Harbour Village, Highlands Prairie, Meadows, Morse Overlook, Noble Manor, Noble Run, North Lake Apartments, Oakbay, Riverwood, Roudebush Farms, Roudebush Woods, Rustic Woods, Sylvan Woods, Suburban Estates and Waterside.

ADMINISTRATION BUILDING 18025 River Road 773-3171 Dr. Libbie Morgan Conner, Superintendent Dr. Steve Stephanoff, Assistant Superintendent of Personnel Mr. Mark Booth, Director of Student Services Mr. Jeff Bragg, Director of Operations Ms. Melissa Brisco, Director of Learning Mrs. Sue Dunn, Food Services Coordinator Mrs. Annetta Petty, Executive Director of Learning Mr. Terry Rich, Director of Financial Services Mrs. Sharon Trisler, Director of Public Relations NOBLESVILLE SCHOOLS’ WEBSITE www.NoblesvilleSchools.org

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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CALENDAR 2013-2014

Early Release Day Schedule

Wednesday, August 14, 2013 Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Wednesday, August 28, 2013 Wednesday, January 29, 2014

Wednesday, September 18, 2013 Wednesday, February 12, 2014

Wednesday, October 2, 2013 Wednesday, February 26, 2014

Wednesday, October 30, 2013 Wednesday, March 12, 2014

Wednesday, November 13, 2013 Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Wednesday, December 4, 2013 Wednesday, May 7, 2014

***September 27, 2013 will be an early release day due to Homecoming