Table of Contents
HomeLink Program Guidelines
Belief/Mission Statements, Program Description, Student Learning Time
Writing the SLP, Quarterly Portfolio Conferences, Monthly Review
Intervention Plan, Family on Probation, Testing, Registration
Parent Participation, Visitors, HS Classes, Credit for 7th/8th-grade, Kindergarten
HW, Dropping a Class, Grading and Progress Reports, Cheating
Attendance (Tardies and excused/unexcused absences)
Guidelines for Flex Funds, Instructional Materials, Parent Resources
Health Issues, PPP Participation, Places to Volunteer
HomeLink Policies
North Lake’s Code of Conduct, On-site Student Supervision
Play Areas, Restrooms, Closed Campus , Supervision
Computers, Photocopies, Parking, ID Badges, Background Check
Animals, Library, Music, School Lunches
Field Trips, Sports Physicals, Visitors
Fire Alarms, Safety, Harassment, Non-Discrimination Dress Code
Assessments
District and State Tests
Optional High School Tests
High School Graduation Requirements
Parent Advisory Committee (PAC)
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HomeLink Program Guidelines
BELIEF STATEMENT
We believe that parents have the ultimate responsibility for their children’s education.
Parents have an inherent right to partner with public education programs to help them
provide a quality education for their children in a safe, professional, family-friendly
environment.
MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission is to partner with parents and schools by offering access to educational
opportunities that enrich, expand, or promote a child’s learning experience.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
HomeLink is designed to provide families the best of both homeschooling and public
education. Families who can document a minimum of 90 consecutive days of
successful homeschooling within the last two years prior to enrolling in HomeLink may
enroll their student(s) fulltime or part-time.
To be considered fulltime, all K-12 students except Running Start students must
average the following number of hours per week: Kindergarten -10 hours; Grades 1-3 –
20 hours; Grade 4-12 – 25 hours.) Students may enroll part-time under homeschool
status by completing the Declaration of Intent to Homeschool form. Families collaborate
with staff to create a Student Learning Plan (SLP). In addition, parents and students
meet each quarter with the advisor to update the SLP and present a portfolio of student
work during their quarterly conference. Please note that HomeLink cannot provide
special education classes on site. If your child is in need of special services, options will
be discussed during a pre-enrollment interview.
STUDENT LEARNING TIME
Per Washington Administrative Code, all students are to meet weekly with a certificated
staff member for the purposes of instruction, review of assignments, testing, reporting of
student progress, or other learning activities. Attending a class taught by a
certificated staff member meets this purpose. Students who do not have any
classes with certificated staff members must meet each week with their advisor via
phone, email or face-to-face contact. The meeting should be 15 minutes long for each
5-hours on the SLP, up to a 1-hour maximum.
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WRITING THE STUDENT LEARNING PLAN
Per District Policy, parent(s) or guardian(s) must participate in the development of their
child’s SLP and are to supervise those portions of the plan directly related to off-site
learning experiences. The parent is to meet with and communicate with the student’s
advisor to evaluate the child’s performance and to review and update the SLP. For
each quarterly conference, parents must create a progress report for each class they
are teaching off-site. The certificated teacher has the responsibility for final approval of
the plan and for monitoring the implementation of the plan and related student progress.
When you come to the initial SLP conference, please be sure to bring samples of the
curricula you plan to use for any non-HomeLink course. You must bring samples of any
published materials you are planning to use if they are not District-adopted curriculum.
If you have questions about what curricula to use, then visit the Curriculum Center in
Portable 1. Your child will not be able to attend classes until you have an initial SLP
and any curriculum intended for use at-home approved by the staff teacher advisor.
The following items are REQUIRED before a child can attend class:
 A WRITTEN AND SIGNED STUDENT LEARNING PLAN (SLP)
 A SIGNED SIGNATURE PAGE
 A SIGNED STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING
QUARTERLY PORTFOLIO CONFERENCES
At HomeLink, we schedule one week each quarter to personally assess each child’s
progress in depth. (All HomeLink classes are cancelled during Conference Weeks).
Parents must come prepared for Quarterly Portfolio Conferences with a draft of any
changes to the SLP that they wish to have made for the coming quarter and a
completed portfolio illustrating and detailing their child’s accomplishments during the
previous quarter in all subject areas. (The portfolio conference may also include your
child’s accomplishments beyond the SLP.)
Students should have a minimum of the following number of reflections completed for
each quarterly conference:
 Grades K-1
1 Reflection
 Grades 2-3
2 Reflections (include an offsite course, if possible)
 Grades 4-7
3 Reflections (include an offsite course, if possible)
 Grade 8
4 Reflections (include any course you are taking for credit)
 Grades 9-12
Complete a reflection for every course in which you will earn
credit
LEARNING PLAN ASSESSMENTS – MONTHLY REVIEWS
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Per State guidelines, “students enrolled in ALE programs, shall have their educational
performance evaluated …at least once per month.” The review is to include direct
contact between the certificated teachers, the student and the parent via conference,
telephone or e-mail. Staff will document whether the student is making satisfactory
progress and reaching the goals and performance objectives defined in the written SLP.
STUDENT INTERVENTION PLAN
Per WAC 392.121.182 (6), if the student fails to make satisfactory educational progress
for two consecutive monthly reviews or fails to follow the written SLP, an Intervention
Plan designed to improve student progress will be developed and implemented. (This
plan is included in the last page of the SLP.) If the student is still not making progress,
a plan needs to be developed and implemented that will more appropriately meet the
student’s educational needs. In addition, a student may be placed on an Intervention
Plan due to ongoing misuse of non-class time or inappropriate or disruptive behavior.
FAMILY ON PROBATION
A family may be placed on probation for one quarter for the following reasons:
Reason 1: Not attending SLP conferences and/or quarterly portfolio conferences
Reason 2: Not completing the average number of learning hours on the SLP for
any two months and/or having five (5) or more unexcused absences in a month.
Reason 3: Failure to adequately supervise student behavior. (Written Letters of
Concern will be given to parents before a family is placed on probation.)
TESTING
During State testing teachers will keep students in the testing room for one hour or
more. If a test begins at 9AM, for example, a parent could leave while the student was
testing as long as the parent was back in Portable 4 by 10AM. PLEASE DO NOT PLAN
VACATIONS during the District/State-determined testing window. (Refer to the “Dates
to Remember” document for general testing dates.) There are consequences to your
child and to HomeLink when State-mandated tests are missed.
CLASSES AT HOMELINK
Registration
We strongly recommend that your core subjects (reading, writing, math, social studies,
science), take priority before signing up for the arts (music, drama, visual art), physical
education, computer/tech, or world language classes. Your preliminary schedule will be
discussed and approved by HomeLink staff at your initial Learning Plan conference.
Prerequisites for New Students
1. Complete all enrollment forms per checklist from the Secretary
2. Meet with a HomeLink staff member for program overview and select classes
3. Complete initial Student Learning Plan prior to the start of classes
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Enrolling a Kindergarten Student
A kindergarten enrollee must meet the criteria for entering public school. Meeting the
90-day previous homeschooling requirement is not necessary. There are specific age
requirements mandated by State and District policy for entry into school. Contact the
Program Administrator about kindergarten placement if you have a child with a
September birthday.
Parent Participation in Class
Family is welcome to OBSERVE in the rear of the classroom. If toddlers become
restless, please take them to the Toddler Area in the Portable 4. Parents may
assist children in class if invited by the teacher, otherwise they should only observe.
Non-enrolled siblings may not attend and participate in class, or be coached by a parent
during teaching, unless this has been arranged with the teacher prior to the beginning of
the quarter. Parents are asked not to teach over the teacher during class.
Siblings in class/Visitors in class
Younger siblings may be in the classroom if: (1) they are supervised by the parent or
adult-in-charge; (2) they are quiet and respectful in class; and (3) the teacher gives
permission for them to be in attendance. Students disrupting class will be asked to
leave. A HomeLink student may visit and participate in a class that he/she is not
enrolled in with prior permission of the teacher. A non-HomeLink visitor, with prior
permission to visit from the Program Administrator or Lead Teacher, may only observe if
the teacher invites or approves participation. All visitors must check in at the office first.
High School Classes for Credit
Off-campus Classes
In order to earn high school credit for a non-HomeLink class, students need:
 A course plan in the SLP with goals, curriculum, activities and
assessments
 Time documentation (A log of 75 or more hours related to the plan)
 Prior approval (before the start of the class) from an appropriate staff
member.
 A plan that meets District criteria for high school credit.
 Progress reports from the off-site instructor(s) at least every semester.
(The credentials of any non-HomeLink instructor need to be provided,
also.)
 At least one reflection per quarter to show their progress.
High School Credit for Seventh and Eighth Graders (optional)
If a 7th or 8th-grade student plans to earn credit for a qualifying high school class the
student and parent need to complete the Request Middle School Coursework Transfer
to High School Credit form prior to the start of the class. The course teacher and
advisor need to know ahead of time if a student is seeking high school credit. The
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student is expected to meet all the same requirements as a high school student in order
to qualify for credit. Once the request is made, the grade the student earns will go on
the transcript, even if the student does poorly. See information and form in the
Resource section.
Homework
All classes have weekly assignments to complete beyond work done in class. Please
check the Homework Notebook in P1 for assignments your child might have missed due
to absences. When the teacher assigns homework, please be sure your child
understands what the homework is and when it is due. Parents should use the
Homework Notebook as a checklist to support their child’s academic achievement.
Assignments need to be turned in on-time. Late assignments not submitted directly to
the teacher need to be turned in at the Homework Station in the Office. Use the form
provided there to attach to the assignment. Especially for high school students,
submitting late or incomplete work will affect course grades. Parents may wish to
discuss any homework-related issues with the teacher. However, a high school student
having difficulty completing assignments needs to discuss the problem or special
circumstances directly with the teacher.
Dropping a Class
Students dropping a class must complete the Drop/Add form. For high school students,
courses completed after the date listed on the Drop/Add form will be listed on the
transcript with an F if the student was failing the course or with a W if the student was
passing.
GRADING AND PROGRESS REPORTS
Instructors will complete progress reports for all K-12 students each quarter. For high
school credit classes, 75 hours of appropriate activity (per semester) must be
documented as one of the requirements to earn credit. Outside instructors (Piano
teacher, tennis coach, etc.) must also complete a progress report each semester and
may need to provide extra proof of credit.
Cheating/Plagiarism
Willful copying of another person’s paper/project or published source with intent to
present that work as one’s own work without prior approval from the instructor or without
proper recognition of the original source (footnoting, quotation marks, etc.) constitutes a
form of cheating and is considered to be misconduct. Consequences may range from
failure to earn credit for the particular paper or project to loss of credit and removal from
class.
ATTENDANCE
When a child enrolls in a HomeLink class, it is important for the parent and the child to
be responsible in the following areas:
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1) Promptness: If a child is late, he or she will be marked tardy. PLEASE make
sure your child is on time for class.
2) Absences – if your child is unable to attend class for any reason, please call the
HomeLink office (425-335-1594) prior to class and state your reason for the
absence. Excessive absences will require a parent conference with the lead
teacher and that a plan of improvement be developed. Reasons that a meeting
will be required include: Two (2) absences from the same class in one month,
five (5) absences from any combination of classes within one month, and/or three
(3) absences from the same class in one quarter. Per RCW 28A.225, five (5) or
more unexcused absences in one month, or ten (10) or more unexcused
absences during the year qualify for probation status and the possible filing of a
truancy petition.
REMEMBER TO CALL HOMELINK EVERY TIME YOUR CHILD WILL BE
ABSENT.
Examples of Excused Absences include:
 A medical appointment that cannot be scheduled at another time.
 Illness with fever (100.4 or above) and/or nausea and/or a contagious
condition. (Please make every effort to bring your other children to their
classes.)
 Parental approved activities (pre-approved by HomeLink administrator.)
 Religious activities or religious holy days.
 HomeLink-approved school activities or field trips.
 Pre-approved vacation plans per Lake Stevens School District policy
 Family emergencies, i.e., hospitalization, accident, death in family
 If your child is hospitalized or will be out of school for more than one
week, please see your Learning Plan staff member or classroom
instructor for make up work and at-home ideas to keep your child
current.
 Transportation breakdown.
Consequences for excused absences
Students must work with their teachers to pick up the homework that they missed
and bring it to the next class so that they can turn it in on time. It is the
student’s/parent’s responsibility to get all missing assignments and bring completed
work to the next class. (Work that was due on the day of the absence must be
turned in as quickly as possible to Roberta. Do not wait until the next class to turn it
in.
Excused absences do not include:
 Oversleeping; Choosing not to attend; Skipping class; Truancy
Consequences for unexcused absences
Students are not guaranteed full credit for work related to an unexcused absence.
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GUIDELINES FOR FLEX FUNDS FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
The HomeLink program, when possible, maintains a flex fund for “extra” expenditures
related to Student Learning Plan requirements for full-time students. (A full-time
kindergarten student is eligible for half the flex funds of a full-time student in other grade
levels.). The budget amount available in the flex fund depends on monies remaining
after costs related to staff, instructors, curriculum, furniture, equipment, copy machine,
and supplies, etc. have been encumbered. Thus, the amount available can fluctuate
throughout the school year depending on student enrollment and changes in the
Student Learning Plans. The Parent Advisory Committee will work with the Program
Administrator to assess the fund balance and recommend allowable expenses on a
quarterly basis. (HomeLink students who are full-time District students but attend
another Lake Stevens School District school for special education services or special
program part-time may qualify for a proportionate percentage of flex funds based on
their HomeLink FTE.)
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Flex funds can only be used for instructional materials that do not duplicate
HomeLink courses. The cost of materials that become the property of the
student are not covered.
The state of Washington will no longer allow Districts to reimburse parents. If
you wish to receive materials, HomeLink must purchase them on your behalf. If
you wish to use a service outside HomeLink, that person must be “payable” in
the eyes of the District and that person must bill the District directly on your
behalf.
Instructional Materials
Curriculum Center
All non-consumable materials and resources remain the property of the School District.
When the student is finished with the curriculum paid for by the District or withdraws
from HomeLink, any non-consumable item MUST be returned to HomeLink. If a book
checked out to your family from the HomeLink Curriculum Center has been lost, you
must pay for the book or replace the book before the end of the school year. If you do
not do so, HomeLink must hold the student’s records, and/or b) not allow registration for
HomeLink classes until the fine is paid. Please return the exact item paid for, no
substitutions. If you choose to keep the items you purchased through program funds
during the current school year, a check or cash for the total amount with sales tax must
be paid to HomeLink.
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HomeLink’s Curriculum Center is located in Portable1next to the office. Please check to
see if we already have the materials you are planning to use. We can only order
materials that are approved per District guidelines and that can be purchased by using a
District purchase order.
HEALTH ISSUES
Immunizations
A Certificate of Immunization Status is required for all students.
Inoculation requirements by age are available through the HomeLink office.
Health Needs
If your student has asthma, diabetes, seizures, uses an epi-pen or has been in the
hospital within the last two (2) years, you need to complete a health questionnaire for
our school nurse. Please see the school Secretary for further information.
Health Screenings
All new students and students in grades K, 1, 2, 3, 5, and 7 are required to have a
quick health screening that includes a vision and hearing assessment.
Students in grades 5, 7, and 9 are screened for scoliosis. A school RN will conduct the
assessments. Parents may be present during the screening of their children.
Note:
HomeLink has many students and staff members who are extremely sensitive
to the chemicals and fragrances used in many perfumes, deodorants and other
personal products. Please do not wear fragrant perfumes, colognes, etc while on the
HomeLink campus.
PARENT PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM PARTICIPATION
WE REQUIRE PARENTS TO VOLUNTEER! If you are First Aid/CPR or Food Handler
certified, please notify the office. If you would like to be First Aid/CPR certified, contact
the Fire Dept. For Food Handler’s certification, contact the Snohomish Health Dept.
Since this is a Parent Partnership Program, we require that parents participate in a
minimum of three (3) hours per quarter (per family) in any of the activities listed below.
Every adult volunteer on-site is required to fill out a Washington State Patrol
Background Check form before volunteering in any capacity with children. (There is no
cost for the form.) School District policy requires any adult working in the school
environment in any capacity to complete this form. You can obtain a clean copy of this
form from the Secretary in Portable 1. Complete the portions marked with an X and
return it to a staff member as soon as possible. (The form is good for two years.)
PLACES TO VOLUNTEER
1. Area Supervision
a. Supervise play areas for student safety and to ensure that our
students do not interfere with North Lake PE classes or recess
activities
b. Portable 4 – Monitor appropriate use of area.
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c. Portable 3 – Maintain quiet study environment and assist students
with their assignments as needed.
d. Computers in Portable 3 – Adult supervision is required for computer
and printer use. Use of computers is limited to educational purposes
(no games, entertainment sites, teen blogs, My Space, etc.).
2. Housekeeping
a. Maintain the refrigerator and microwaves – Clean them out weekly
b. Maintain parent bulletin board in Gathering Room
c. Recycling – Flatten boxes and collect used paper, cans, bottles, etc.
d. Grounds – Pick up trash, do some weeding, maintain the grounds
e. Classroom Maintenance – Stack chairs, wipe off tables at day’s end
f. Gathering Room – Stack chairs, wipe off tables at day’s end, pick up
trash
g. Toddler Area – Sanitize toys, remove garbage, clean dishes
h. Study Areas – Straighten & wipe tables, stack chairs, put away books
3. Tutoring
a. Help a struggling reader
b. Assist students with math problems
4. Fund Raising (Help collect and process)
a. Haggen’s receipts, Campbell soup labels, Target receipts
b. Box Tops for Education, Recycle ink printer cartridges
5. Special Events (Help plan, organize and/or lead)
See “Dates to Remember”
6. Staff Support
a. Photocopies, General office help, Mailbox distribution, Scholastic
orders
b. Classroom assistant
c. Monthly sign-in sheets, Bulletin boards
HOMELINK POLICIES
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North Lake Middle School and HomeLink Three Rs
RESPECT FOR LEARNING:
I will be punctual and prepared for classes, listen carefully, ask
pertinent questions, participate actively, and complete all assignments.
RESPECT FOR PEOPLE:
I will behave and cooperate in ways that help me and others feel safe,
respected, and cared about. I will treat others as I would like to be
treated.
RESPECT FOR PROPERTY:
I will take pride in the care of my school. I will care for my own
belongings, respect the property of others, and take care of school
property.
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Important: NO hats allowed anywhere on the North Lake campus for anyone.
This includes in HomeLink portables and classrooms, too. The only exceptions
would be announced ahead of time. (i.e., dress-up days or Night of the
Notables)
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On-site student supervision
 K-5 students must have an adult supervisor on site at all times.
 Continuing 6th-12th grade students may have the privilege of being onsite without a parent supervising them IF they are in good academic
standing, they show responsible and respectful conduct while on site, and
they are using site time appropriately. Time between classes, other than
30 minutes for a lunch break, should be spent engaged in learning
activities or participating in adult-supervised meetings and activities.
 Middle and High school students new to HomeLink need to have a parent
on-site for the first 30 days of enrollment and receive a Certificate of
Independence before they can attend classes at HomeLink without adult
supervision.
 If a grade 6-12 student is disrespectful, disruptive, irresponsible, unsafe or
misuses site-time then a parent or approved adult will be asked to stay on
site with them. Any HomeLink adult can provide a student with guidance
or re-direction as needed.
Consequences:
i. Students who are disruptive or behaving in an unsafe manner may
receive a warning from any teacher or instructor. Please indicate
the appropriate replacement behavior when talking to the student.
For example, “Please do not run. You need to walk on the ramps.
Thank you!”
ii. Parents of students who continue to display disruptive or unsafe
behaviors may receive a warning notice called a Letter of Concern.
If warnings are ignored and the student misbehavior continues, the
parent(s) and student may be asked to meet with the Lead Teacher
or Program Administrator.
iii. Students with continuing performance, behavior, or misuse of sitetime issues will be placed on an Intervention Plan.
a) Play Areas on the North Lake Campus
Please do not send your children out to play without adult supervision. NO
student (grades K-12) should be in the play areas listed below without
adult permission and supervision. (Adult supervision means a parent or
family member over 21 years of age or a staff person.) Your children may be
supervised by another parent, but only if you have spoken with that parent
and received his/her acceptance of your child(ren)’s care. At no time are
HomeLink students or siblings to interfere with North Lake physical
education classes or sports activities.
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Play Equipment: We have some play equipment Portable 4.
Parents may check out equipment, but lost and/or destroyed
equipment will be need to be replaced by the responsible party.
Paved Area: HomeLink has been designated the paved area directly
in front of Portables 5 & 6 for our use during our school hours.
Basketball, catch, four square, jump rope, hopscotch, etc. are
appropriate for this area.
Grassy Areas: The grassy areas behind the portables may be used
for supervised play for younger students. (Please be quiet in the
PPZ.)
Softball Diamond: When the diamond is not being used by North
Lake PE classes, HomeLink may use the diamond for kickball or
softball with appropriate equipment and supervision.
Track and Field: The track, when not being used by North Lake PE
classes, is a great place to walk, jog, or run laps. A HomeLink parent
or adult volunteer may check out the key for the track area from the
Office. The field is also available when not scheduled for use by
North Lake.
b)
Toddler Area
Part of Portable 4 has been established as a Toddler Area. This area is for
all pre-K non-enrolled siblings and is equipped with toys, books, chairs & a
table. A parent must always be supervising children in this area. A changing
table is available in the girls’ restroom in the 500 Building. Please remember
to clean up toys, etc. in the Toddler Area before leaving for the day.
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Restrooms
Restrooms for boys and for girls are available on the east end of the #500
Building.
It is recommended that children aged 10 and under not
go to the restrooms without adult supervision. Avoid using the restrooms
during North Lake passing times.
d) Students Leaving Campus
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HomeLink must maintain a closed campus at all times.
If a student has no more classes for the day, he/she may leave for
home if he/she will not be returning to the campus.
Students with 60 minutes or less between classes should not leave
campus for lunch. Bring a lunch or purchase one from the cafeteria.
Students in grades K-12 may leave campus with a parent or adult incharge.
Students may NOT leave campus in groups between classes.
Students may not wander the North Lake campus without adult
supervision.
Students Supervised by Non-Parent Adult
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Students are occasionally left on campus in the care of a non-parent adult.
These PICs (Parent in Charge) should be listed on your child’s emergency
card. The adult must know ahead of time that he/she is to supervise your
child(ren). If your child will be arriving or leaving with another parent, please
contact the office and/or send a note with your student.
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Running
Do not run in the portables, classrooms, hallways, or on the ramps. Please
remind students and younger siblings to walk. Any parent may politely
instruct a student or younger sibling to go back to the starting point and
practice walking.
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Computers
 Student use of computers must be under adult supervision at all
times.
 The primary purpose for use of school computers is educational!
 The Internet is for educational use only (parents included). The Lake
Stevens School District Internet Policy must be read and signed by
parents and children prior to the use of the Internet.
 Computers are for the use of enrolled students first. Parents and nonenrolled siblings may use computers if there are no enrolled students
waiting, and must relinquish the computer if an enrolled student requires
it.
 Parents may use the computers for Student Learning Plans, for
accessing educational websites, and for other program-related purposes.
 Printing of information from the computer is for class or SLP-related
purposes.
 No food or drinks will be allowed by the computers.
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Information Central
Please check your mailbox whenever you enter HomeLink. Remember to sign in
and out whenever you are here. Scan the Important Notices Bulletin Board in
Portable 1 and other bulletin boards in Portable 4 daily for any new announcements,
and check the notebooks at the Homework Station as necessary to review directions
for current assignments or missed homework assignments. Portable 1 has bulletin
boards with notices on several topics. Sign up sheets for special activities,
workshops, and field trips are found there, also.
4.
Photocopies
The copy machine is in Portable 1. Please monitor your copies carefully and be
sure they are needed for your child’s Learning Plan. Also, be aware of copyright
laws. Avoid printed waste. Students are not allowed to use the copy machine
unless staff has trained them.
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Parking
HomeLink has two main designated parking areas, at the SE and NE corners of
campus. Avoid the North Lake bus loop (at the SW end of the campus) during student
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arrival/departure times of 7:00 to 8:00 am and 2:00 to 2:45 pm. Be sure that your
children know to stay away from this area at all times. In bus loop lot, there is one
handicapped parking space available and one 20-minute loading zone space reserved
for HomeLink parents and staff.
6.
Photo ID Badges
For the safety of our students and to help adults know who is on our campus, all
adults are to wear an ID badge or nametag while on site. Because we are sharing
the campus with North Lake, parents and students need to be identifiable as
belonging to HomeLink. ID photos will be taken at Orientation or as needed for new
families during the year. The Secretary has plastic badge holders and lanyards for
parents and students to use. Just inside the doorway to Portable 1, there is a sign
in sheet and name labels for guests.
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Sign In!
All visitors to HomeLink need to report to Portable 1 to sign in when they arrive.
Parents also need to check in/out on the clipboards by the mail boxes in the Office.
8.
Washington State Highway Patrol Background Check
HomeLink parents/guardians are required to complete a WA State Highway Patrol
Background Check. This is policy for all parents helping at Lake Stevens District
schools. This policy has been put in place for the safety and security of all people
at HomeLink.
Here are other steps you need to take to keep yourself and your child(ren) from
harm:
o Only leave your child(ren) with someone you really know.
o When you leave your child(ren) with a Parent In Charge, have that parent
sign the PIC sign-in/out form.
o Take your young child(ren), age ten and under, to the restroom. Do not let
them go alone. Report suspicious or inappropriate behavior to
administration, teachers, and other parents.
9. Animals
No animals are allowed on HomeLink or other school District property, including
paved areas and fields. If an animal is to visit a class as part of a specific learning
activity, staff pre-approval is required and staff and students need a one-week notice
prior to visit. (Due to health and safety regulations.)
10. Library
Our library (part of Portable 3) has been built from donations. Please monitor your
child’s choice of reading materials. It is an area for quiet reading, studying, and
tutoring. Please do not eat or play in this area. Please re-shelve your books.
11. Checking out CDs and Videos
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CDs and videos may be checked out overnight from the Curriculum Center. If the
CD is not returned within one month, the responsible party will need to replace the
CD or reimburse HomeLink for its cost.
12. Music
Students may listen to music of choice through headphones only. No loud music is
allowed on site. Use of I-PODS, etc. should never disrupt others.
13. Eating and School Lunches
 The Gathering Room in Portable 4 is the primary location designated for eating.
 Food is NEVER allowed by the computers.
 The refrigerator is available for daily use, but not for long-term food storage.
 Microwave ovens and a toaster oven are also available for preparing meals.
 Please clean up after yourself, including wiping tables, throwing away all
garbage or uneaten food, and sweeping or vacuuming the floor if necessary.
 Please bring labeled cups and silverware for your family’s use and store on the
Gathering Room shelves. HomeLink does not supply cups and silverware.
 There are two water dispensers—one with hot and cold spigots and one with
just cold. Room 500 has a sink that may be used for washing dishes.
Cafeteria:
Lunches can be picked up in the Cafeteria between 11:30-11:45. A section of the
North Lake Cafeteria is available for HomeLink 11:45 and 12:30. North Lake will be
using the Cafeteria between 10 and noon.
Box lunches for adults need to be ordered by 5:00 pm of the day prior to the lunch
being needed. Call 425-335-1550 or e-mail [email protected] to
order.
Note: If parents think that their child(ren) may qualify for free/reduced lunch, please
see the Secretary for the proper paperwork.
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Field Trips
It is a more rewarding experience if parents attend field trips with their children, but
we know that this is not always possible. If your child(ren) would still like to go on a
trip that you cannot attend, it is your responsibility to find a parent enrolled in the
program who is willing to chaperone your child(ren) during the trip. All permission
slips must be completed PRIOR to the field trip. (Include plans to participate in field
trips in your SLP.) Sign up for field trips in P4. Field trips should NOT be
scheduled when participating children have classes at HomeLink. Please try to
schedule trips on Mondays or Fridays or during after-school hours. (See ParentDirected Field Trip form in Resource section.)
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Sports Physicals
If your child plans to enroll in a physical activity class at HomeLink, or join District
sports activities, please have him/her complete a sports physical during the
summer. Forms are available at the Education Service Center.
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Visitors/Non-enrolled Students
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Visitors are welcome at HomeLink, but must abide by the written District policy.
Prior permission is required from the teacher and the Program Administrator and/or
Lead Teacher before a visitor may visit classrooms.
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Fire Alarms
If you know a fire alarm is false, please notify staff immediately. In the event of a fire
alarm, please exit quickly and quietly to the fence beyond the softball diamond as
posted on the evacuation diagram. Evacuation procedures are posted throughout
the portables and classrooms. HomeLink in cooperation with North Lake will
conduct a monthly fire drill, two earthquake drills, one lockdown drill, and one
shelter-place drill annually.
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Safety: Drugs, Alcohol, and Firearms; Bullying and Harassment
Every student has the right to feel safe and secure at school. The Lake Stevens
School District has a no-tolerance policy regarding the possession or use of drugs,
alcohol, and tobacco on school property or at school events. Consequences will
include suspension or expulsion. In addition, exceptional misconduct such as
vandalism, theft, assault, bullying, sexual harassment, physical or verbal
harassment or possession of an object that can reasonably be considered a
weapon will result in suspension or expulsion. Possession of a firearm or other
dangerous weapon on any school property is illegal. Students who violate district
policy regarding possession of a firearm or weapon will be subject to discipline that
includes a one-year mandatory expulsion from school. School officials shall notify
the student’s parents or guardians and the appropriate law enforcement agency of
known or suspected violations of this policy. LSSD Policy 5570, RCW 9.41.280.
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Non-discrimination
Lake Stevens School District complies with all State and federal rules and
regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national
origin, gender or disability. This policy is true for all students interested in
participating in educational programs and/or extra-curricular activities. Inquiries
regarding compliance and/or grievances may be directed to the school District’s
Title IX RCW 28A.640 Officer, section 504 Coordinator and/or ADA Coordinator.
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Dress Code
Items of clothing that are unacceptable for school include those that:
 Promote or glorify the use of alcohol, tobacco, drugs or gangs
 Portray, promote or encourage illegal actions, activities or substances
 Demean, harass, threaten, exploit or ridicule individuals or groups of people
 Contain profanity or refer to or depict obscene gestures, actions or messages
 Are tank tops unless covered by a shirt, sweater or jacket. (Sleeveless shirts
are permitted as long as they cover the entire top of the shoulder.)
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Are excessively revealing. (Exposing chest, stomach, navel, buttocks or
underwear.) There may be no gap between the waistband and the hem of the
upper garment.
Hats may not be worn on school grounds. Hoods may not be worn inside
buildings. (Exception: young children wearing snow hats during winter recess.)
Consequences for code offenses are as follows:
1st Offense: HomeLink will provide clothing to cover up
2nd Offense: Student is sent home to change clothes.
3rd Offense: Parent must remain with student for his/her classes for one week.
DISTRICT and STATE TESTS
The District and the State have a comprehensive standardized testing
program designed to assess what students know and can do at each grade
level related to the State EALRs (Essential Academic Learning Requirements)
and the GLEs (Grade Level Expectations).
The test results provide
achievement and performance data that compare progress for the individual
student as well as for all students by school, District, and State. HomeLink
parents and staff can utilize the data to get a picture of each child’s learning
strengths and weaknesses in order to amend Student Learning Plans and
select appropriate curricula.
Writing Assessment
Students in all writing classes will participate in classroom-based writing
assessments at least once per year. Students not enrolled in writing classes
may also participate and compare their progress to the grade-level
standards.
Reading Inventories
All schools are expected to conduct reading fluency checks and/or
reading inventories in the fall/spring. HomeLink will do reading assessments
in the fall for students in grades 2, students who are new to the program
and students who have been identified as “at risk”. In the spring, we will
assess students in grade 2, and any students who are experiencing reading
difficulties.
Students in all reading classes will also participate in District classroombased reading assessments at least once per year. HomeLink students not
enrolled in reading classes may also participate so that they have a way to
measure their progress by grade-level standards.
Math Assessments
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Students in all math classes will participate in District classroom-based
math assessments at least once per year. HomeLink students not enrolled
in math classes may also participate so that they have a way to measure
their progress by grade-level standards. (It is also important to conduct
frequent timed tests at home to ensure student mastery of basic facts and
computational processes - counting on fingers or taking more than three
seconds per fact does not demonstrate math fluency.)
State Test Preparation
As required by federal law, all students in grades three through eight plus
grade ten must take standards-based tests in reading and math annually.
Students in Washington will take the Measurement of Student Progress
(grades 3-8) or High School Proficiency Exam (grade 10) in reading and
mathematics in the spring. Students in grade four will also continue to take
a writing assessment as will students in grade 7. Students in grade ten will
take the writing and the science portions of the HSPE. Students in grades
five and eight will take the MSP in science.
OPTIONAL HIGH SCHOOL TESTS
High school students have the opportunity to take the PSAT/SAT (Preliminary
Scholastic Aptitude Test) or the ACT (American College Test) to qualify for post-high
school education programs; the NMSQT (National Merit Scholarship Qualification Test),
to qualify for a potential scholarships (10th graders may take the test for practice, 11th
graders may take the test to qualify); and/or the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational
Aptitude Battery). You do not have to plan to enlist in the armed services in order to
take this test. Students interested in qualifying for college and for scholarships should
contact the Lead Teacher who will coordinate arrangements for testing with the Lake
Stevens High School guidance staff.
Tests for the College Bound
Sat I - Scholastic Assessment Test The SAT is usually taken in the early fall
(October or November) of the senior year. A number of juniors take the test in the late
spring (May or June) and take it again in the senior year. The test is given seven times
per school year at various locations in the area. Registration materials may be obtained
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in the Guidance and Counseling Center and should be obtained well prior to the test
date selected as postmark registration deadlines are frequently over a month prior to
the test date. This test or the ACT is required for admission to almost all four year
colleges. http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/sat/calenfees/calenfees2.html
SAT II - Subject Tests
The College Board offers 16 different one hour subject tests
which are basically designed to measure knowledge of particular subjects and the ability
to apply that knowledge. Many colleges require or recommend one or more of these
tests for admission or placement. The SAT I is usually taken on a test date prior to
taking the SAT II. Registration procedures are similar to the SAT I.
ACT - American College Test The ACT consists of four tests, a Student Profile
Section, and an Interest Inventory which is completed when registering for the test. The
test is normally given five times per school year.
HIGH SCHOOL
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
For the class of 2014, Lake Stevens students must:
PASS HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES
Students must take and earn credits in the following areas: (1 Semester = .5 credit)
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3
2
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English
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Health and Fitness Education
Visual or Performing Arts
Career Technology Education
Electives
DEMONSTRATE KEY READING, WRITING AND MATH SKILLS
**Students must pass the Reading and Writing High School Proficiency Exam (HSPE), or a
state-approved alternative.
**Students also need to pass one state math test or a state-approved alternative.
** Students have a total of four chances to retake the state tests during 11th and 12th grade
and only have to retake the tests they did not pass. Students who have the skills and
knowledge but can’t show them on the state exams can use a state-approved alternative
after attempting the state assessments at least once.
HIGH SCHOOL PLUS PLAN
Students complete this form to outline their plan for life after high school.
COMPLETE A CULMINATING PROJECT
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Throughout their high school years, students maintain a portfolio with written reflections
about their course work and learning experiences. In the senior year, students make a
Culminating Project Presentation before a panel. The presentation combines all the basic
graduation requirements and asks students to reflect on their high school careers and
demonstrate their skills through reading, writing, speaking, production and/or performance.
EXPERIENCE COMMUNITY SERVICE Students are expected to complete 15 hours of
community service each year. The type of service should relate to student interests and
help them learn about possible careers.
WASHINGTON STATE HISTORY Students are required to take Washington State History during 7th
or 8th grade. If a student does not meet this requirement during 7th or 8th grade, then the student
must take Washington State History during the high school years (9th-12th) or the student will not be
allowed to graduate.
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Parent Advisory Committee
Holly Barnes
Julie Brown
Athena Ewing
Cate Florey
Kathy Gascoigne
Jeannie Hood
Noni Jones
Debbie Pusateri
Heather Stribling
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