B.E.S.T. After School Program
EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
840 S. Main St., Salinas, California 93901
(831) 784-2259
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2016-2017 Program Policies
Attendance Policy:
Once enrolled, all students are required to attend B.E.S.T. every day.
In accordance with the California Education Code, students are
expected to attend the program everyday for the full range of hours
offered- from Dismissal until 6:00pm. If your child missed school
for any reason it is the responsibility of the parent to contact the
B.E.S.T. program (by leaving a message in the school office) to
notify staff that they will also be missing B.E.S.T. Inconsistent
attendance and/or consistent failure to notify the B.E.S.T. staff of
your child’s absence is grounds for dismissal from the program.
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Parents/Guardians must notify the B.E.S.T. staff with advance notice
of absences when possible.
Students should arrive to the B.E.S.T. program IMMEDIATELY
after school. The program cannot be responsible for students who
have not checked-in with the program right after school.
More than 3 unjustified absences and/or tardies will be reason for
dismissal from the program.
Notify B.E.S.T. staff of absences by calling your child’s school office
and indicating that your child will be absent from the B.E.S.T.
program.
Homework Policy:
BEST Rules
Students must follow all
regular-day school rules and
procedures at all times and
in all locations (bathrooms,
cafeteria, classroom, and
playground).
BEST Expectations
1. Be Respectful
2. Solve Problems
3. Make Good Decisions
** Toys, cell phones, mp3
players, or any electronic
devices are not allowed during
the B.E.S.T. program. They
will be confiscated and
returned at the discretion of
the BEST staff.**
Discipline Policy:
Step 1: Verbal Warning
The B.E.S.T. program strives to offer a full daily schedule which Step 2: Written Warning
includes homework, academic and enrichment time. Homework (Referral)
assistance will be available daily for a minimum of 30 minutes.
Step 3: Parent Conference
Step 4: Suspension 1-5 Days
* It is the students’ responsibility to bring their homework to the Step 5: Removal from B.E.S.T.
B.E.S.T. program. The program staff is not responsible for
incomplete homework assignments.
If homework is not *We reserve the right to skip a
completed during the program, it is the students’ and family’s disciplinary step depending on
responsibility to complete those assignments at home.
the severity of the action.
Early Release/ Late Arrival Policy:
Students are expected to attend the B.E.S.T. program every day until 6:00pm.
If, for any reason, a child is unable to attend the program every day until 6:00pm the
parent/guardian must complete and submit a B.E.S.T. Early Release Form to the BEST
Program Manager. Documentation must accompany the form. Early Release will not be
considered without proper documentation.
Students may be released early from the BEST program prior to the end of the
program time (6:00pm) for the following reasons:
1. Family Emergencies
2. Medical Appointments/ illness
3. Safety and/or No transportation
4. Participation in other enrichment programs
When a student leaves the BEST program early, the reason must be written on the sign out sheet.
Only those individuals whose names are listed on the Emergency Card will be allowed to sign a child
out from the program.
Students may arrive late if they have documented dental, medical or counseling appointments.
Student Release and Pick Up Policy:
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All B.E.S.T. students must be signed out by an
adult (18+)
The adult signing out B.E.S.T. students must be
indicated on the Emergency Card.
Students who are picked up
after 6:00pm on two or more
occasions may be dropped
from the program or parents
may be required to pay a Late
Fee.
Waiver to Walk Home
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For safety, we discourage students from walking
home without an adult. This policy may be
waived in rare cases where no one is available to
pick a student up from the program regularly due
to work/ school schedules. These cases will be
reviewed on an individual basis. Requests for this
waiver must be submitted in writing to the
B.E.S.T. Program Manager for After School
Programs. If approved, parents/ guardians assume
responsibility once their child(ren) have been
signed out of the program.
Authorization of Photographs and
Videos:
During the year, programs of the
Salinas City Elementary School
District, its affiliates, or local media
may be taking photographs or video of
your student while in the program for
their use. If you object to having your
child’s picture taken, you must notify
the B.E.S.T. program staff in writing.
2016-17
B.E.S.T. After School Program
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Parent Commitment Form
Return to
BEST staff
Student Name: ____________________ Grade:____________
Phone Number: ____________________
(Please remember to update your contact information with B.E.S.T program staff and the school office
if there is a change during the school year).
I have registered my child to be enrolled in the B.E.S.T. After School Program at _______________
School. I understand that the enrollment of my child is conditional on my understanding and commitment
to the following, along with space availability.
Please initial each item and sign at the bottom of the page
1. I am aware that there are several components to the B.E.S.T. program, including:
Homework Help, Physical Education, Snack, and other Enrichment opportunities and
my child is expected to participate in ALL components.
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2. I understand attendance is of key importance. I commit to having my child attend
B.E.S.T. daily until 6:00pm, except in the case of an emergency or absence from the
regular school day. I understand that more than 3 unexcused absences may result in my
child being dropped from the program.
Initial
3. I understand that removing my child prior to 6:00pm from the program can result in
him/her missing one or more of the above components, including homework, and may
result in his/her removal from the B.E.S.T. program.
Initial
4. I understand that picking up my child after 6:00 p.m. on two or more occasions may
result in him/her being dropped from the program.
Initial
5. I understand that my child may be placed in a multi-graded group should the need
arise.
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6. I understand while in B.E.S.T. students are expected to:
1. Be Respectful 2. Solve Problems 3. Make Good Decisions
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7. I understand that parent cooperation and support is key to the success of my child
while in the B.E.S.T. program.
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The behavior and conduct standards and related disciplinary consequences for this program are listed
above. I have read the information and agree to comply with the standards and procedures described
above. I also grant permission for any photo or filming that is taken of my child during his/her
participation in after school activities to be used for purposes that include publicity without compensation
to my child, myself, or any parties acting on our behalf.
Please sign below to agree to these conditions.
Print Parent Name: ________________________________
REQUIRED- Parent Signature:_______________________ Date: _______________