Glendale Unified School District
Glenoaks Elementary School
2015 E Glenoaks Blvd.
Glendale, California 91206
818-242-3747
818-247-4423 FAX
Glenoakselementary.net
Dear Glenoaks Families:
Welcome to Glenoaks! Communication is key to a successful school. Please take some time to read through this handbook, become
familiar with our programs and policies and keep it on hand as a reference throughout the year. When you are finished, log on to our
website at www.glenoakselementary.org, where the most current information and upcoming events can be found.
The most important thing you can do for your child is to make sure they are at school, on time, each and every day. You can also help
stress the importance of understanding and following our school rules and procedures. Teaching children to be responsible for themselves
and their actions will prepare them for working with others and allow them to succeed.
I look forward to working together with you to create a quality educational program for each and every student at Glenoaks School. If you
have any questions please contact the school office at 818-242-3747.
Sincerely,
Mr. Di Mundo
Glenoaks Teachers are Focusing on Common Core Instruction The Glenoaks Elementary staff is continuing our work on the elements of High Quality Teaching and Learning with and emphasis on Modeling, Guided Practice and Checking for Understanding. TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................. 1
HEALTH SERVICES ..................................................3
TESTING…………………………………………………3
PARENT-SCHOOL COMMUNICATIONS .................3
Thursday Folder ................................................................. 4
Parent Handbook................................................................ 4
Green Sheet ....................................................................... 4
FOOD SERVICES ......................................................4
Breakfast ............................................................................ 4
Lunch .................................................................................. 4
Snacks ................................................................................ 4
DAILY SCHEDULE PLUS MINIMUM DAYS &
HOLIDAYS ................................................................. 5
SCHOOL RULES .......................................................6
Rewards/Awards ................................................................ 6
SPECIAL EVENTS.....................................................8
First Day of School ............................................................. 8
Back-To-School-Night ........................................................ 8
Picture Day ......................................................................... 8
Howdy Night ....................................................................... 8
Red Ribbon Week .............................................................. 8
Reflections .......................................................................... 8
Family Food Drive .............................................................. 8
Book Fair ........................................................................... 9
PTA Founders' Day Luncheon ........................................... 9
PTA Sciene Fair ............................................................. 9
Spring Carnival ................................................................... 8
Open House ....................................................................... 9
Play with the Prinipal .......................................................... 9
Golden Oak Assemblies ..................................................... 9
Golden Oak Awards ........................................................... 9
School Spirit Days .............................................................. 9
Field Trips ........................................................................... 9
Staff Development Days ..................................................... 9
DISCIPLINE POLICY ............................................... 10
SUPPLY LISTS ..........................................................7
SCHOOL POLICIES ................................................11
Absence from School ....................................................... 11
Report Cards .................................................................... 11
Arrival Time/Dismissal Time ............................................. 11
Banking of Instructional Minutes “Banking Day” ............... 11
Bicycles/Skateboards/Scooters ........................................ 11
Birthday and Classroom Parties ....................................... 11
Classroom Interruptions ................................................... 11
Civility Policy..................................................................... 11
Dress Code....................................................................... 11
Independent Study ........................................................... 12
Parent Conferences.......................................................... 12
Personal Belongings......................................................... 12
Rainy Day Procedure ....................................................... 12
Safety and Security .......................................................... 12
Social Promotion/Retention .............................................. 12
Tardies.............................................................................. 12
Telephones ....................................................................... 12
Telephone Messages ....................................................... 13
Textbooks ......................................................................... 13
Traffic & Parking ............................................................... 13
Visitors and Volunteers..................................................... 13
SPECIAL PROGRAMS & SERVICES .....................13
Chorus .............................................................................. 13
Computers/Technology .................................................... 14
Child Care Programs (RAP, CDP).................................... 14
English Language Development Programs ...................... 14
G.A.T.E. (Gifted and Talented Education) ........................ 14
Glenoaks Plus Afterschool Program................................. 14
Health Services ................................................................ 14
Instrumental Music ........................................................... 14
Insurance .......................................................................... 14
Library............................................................................... 15
Lost And Found ................................................................ 15
Medication and Injuries..................................................... 15
Physical Education Program ............................................ 15
School Psychologist ......................................................... 15
School Based Coordinated Programs (SBCP) ................. 15
Sixth Grade Activities ....................................................... 15
Special Education Programs ............................................ 15
Student Council ................................................................ 16
Substance Abuse Prevention Programs........................... 16
ORGANIZATIONS AND GROUPS ..........................16
2013-2014 GUSD Board of Educaiton ............................. 16
School Site Council .......................................................... 17
Englis Learner Advisory Committee ................................. 17
PTA (Parent Teacher Association) ................................... 17
Glenoaks Elementary School Foundation (GESF) ........... 17
EARTHQUAKE / DISASTER PREPAREDNESS
PLAN ........................................................................ 18
Basic Action Following A Disaster (Earthquake) .............. 18
Student Release Procedures............................................ 18
HOMEWORK POLICY………………………………..19
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER…………20-21
HEALTH SERVICES
The school offers the following health services: ü Basic First Aid -­ The school gives first aid for injuries occurring at school only. If care beyond immediate first aid is required, the parent is called. ü Teacher notification regarding students with special health problems that affect learning ü Heights and Weights/Vision & Hearing Screening -­ Grades K, 2, 5 ü Maturation Program -­ Girls, Grades 5 ü Maturation Program – Boys, Grade 5 ü Parent notification regarding communicable disease control, problems related to physical defects, and referral to community resources ü Doctor MUST sign administration of medication -­ District form. ABOUT MEDICATION AND INJURIES
If a child requires medication during school hours, a special form, available in the office, must be completed and signed by a doctor and by the parents before such medication can be given. Pupils requiring the use of crutches, casts or any other appliance will need a note from the attending physician authorizing their use at school. The note should include the physical limitations as well as the length of time involved. This note MUST accompany the child on the first day of attendance using crutches or other appliances. A notice of authorization to attend school will be issued from the office upon receipt of the note from the physician. ü Parent notification regarding required immunizations and physical examination PLEASE KEEP YOUR CHILD’S EMERGENCY CARD UP-­TO-­DATE. TESTING
Reading/Language Arts and Mathematics Assessments District Testing Reading/language arts, mathematics, science and
social studies assessments are conducted in the
classroom on an on-going basis in order to determine
how well students are learning the concepts needed to
meet grade level standards.
District developed assessments are used to determine
whether students have met the standards for English
Language Arts, Math and, as appropriate, English
Language Development. Additionally, all students in
grades K - 6 take the iReady online diagnostic
assessments in both Math and Language Arts multiple
times a year in order to determine current levels, plan
instruction and check progress.
CAASPP/SBAC
The California Assessment of Student Progress
and Performance/Smarter Balanced Assessment
Consortium is the new state online adaptive
assessment for students in grades 3-6.
Assessments are given in Math and Language
Arts. Students are assessed in the spring.
CELDT
The California English Language Development
Test (CELDT) is an annual test given to
students who are English Language Learners.
All English Learners in 1 through 6 grades are
assessed on their listening, speaking, reading
and writing skills. Kindergarten students are
assessed on their listening and speaking skills
only. The CELDT test is administered in early
fall. The results are available to parents at the
end of January.
Glenoaks Elementary Parent Handbook – Page 3
PARENT-­SCHOOL
COMMUNICATIONS
FOOD SERVICES
Thursday Folder
Breakfast
Regular communication to parents is important.
Student work, important school reminders and
some other communications are distributed on
Thursday and sent home in the Thursday Folder,
which is to be returned to school the following
day. Most of our flyers are posted online on our
website under the tab Thursday Folder.
Breakfast is served on Monday, Tuesday,
Thursday and Friday from 7:40 a.m. - 8:10 a.m.
and on Wednesday morning from 8:30 a.m to
9:00 a.m. The cost of breakfast is $1.25. This is
a great way to ensure that students have a healthy
meal before instruction begins.
Parent Handbook
This Parent Handbook is produced and published
by the school. It is posted on the Glenoaks
Elementary website (see web address below).
The Handbook contains important information,
including, school rules and discipline policy,
administrative policies, a description of special
programs and services offered to students and
their families.
Green Sheet
This informational flyer highlights upcoming
events and pertinent news for the next week. It is
e-blasted every Thursday to all families who
register themselves on our website at
www.glenoakselementary.org. If you do not
register, you can find a pdf of the Green Sheet
posted on our website as well.
Lunch
Students may bring their lunch to school or
purchase a lunch in the school cafeteria. It is
important to your child’s growth and
development to eat a nutritious lunch. Please do
not include candy or soft drinks in your
student’s lunch. Chips and other fatty items
should be limited. The good eating habits your
child develops now will remain with them for the
rest of their lives.
The cost of a full lunch, including milk is $2.50.
For students who bring a sack lunch, milk or
juice may be purchased separately for $.50.
Glendale Unified School District participates in
the National School Lunch/Breakfast Program.
Children from households that meet federal
income guidelines are eligible for free meals or
reduced
price
meals.
Apply
at
mealsapp.gusd.net
Snacks
Snacks are optional, but you may send a small,
nutritional snack. Please make it a small snack.
Snacks like large bags of chips and candy may be
taken away to prevent students from sharing
them with others. Snack suggestions include
carrots or celery sticks, granola bars, fruit,
pretzels or crackers or other nutritional foods.
BUY A LUNCH CARD Advanced payment of lunches is available as well as pay online. ezschoolpay.com Apply for Free/Reduced lunch mealsapp.gusd.net It is our policy that all children should eat
lunch daily.
WARNING: WE WILL NOT INTERRUPT
INSTRUCTION TO DELIVER LUNCHES
TO STUDENTS. Do not bring fast food to
school in the middle of the day for your child.
Glenoaks Elementary Parent Handbook – Page 4
STUDENT HOLIDAYS DAILY SCHEDULE
plus Minimum Days & Holidays
Students (Grades K-6) are not allowed on campus before 8:00 a.m.
Students must be picked up within 10 minutes of dismissal.
DAILY SCHEDULE – 2016 -­ 2017 TK/KINDERGARTEN Start time Lunch Dismissal 8:15 am 11:00 am 1:30 pm Wednesday (Banking Day*) 9:15 am 11:00 am MINIMUM DAYS 8:15 am N/A N/A Start time Lunch 12:20 M,T,Th, F GRADES 1-­2 M, T, Th, F 1:30 pm q q q q q q q q q q q q q Classroom Interruptions
In fairness to the students and their
educational program, classroom
interruptions are kept to a minimum.
We ask that you plan ahead and assist
students with the responsibility of
bringing their own lunch to school.
Lunches or lunch money brought in late
by parents may be left in the office for
students to pick up. Homework, library
books, projects, musical instruments
etc., brought in by parents will not be
accepted by the office. Thank you for
your support with this.
Sept 2 & 5, 2016 -­ Labor Day Holiday Oct 21, 2016 -­ Student Holiday Nov 4, 2016 -­ Student Holiday Nov 11, 2016 -­ Veterans’ Day Nov 21-­25, 2016 -­ Thanksgiving Dec 21 -­ Jan 6 -­ Winter Recess Jan 16, 2017 -­ M. L. King Day Holiday Feb 13, 2017 -­ Lincoln’s Birthday Feb 20, 2017 -­ President’s Day Mar 20-­24, 2017 -­ Spring Vacation Mar 27, 2017 – Student Holiday April 24, 2017 -­ Student Holiday May 29, 2017 -­ Memorial Day 12:20pm Dismissal 8:15 am 11:30-­12:15 2:40 pm Wednesday (Banking Day*) 9:15 am 11:30-­12:15 2:40 pm MINIMUM DAYS MINIMUM DAYS 8:15 am N/A 12:20 pm Dismissal for Grades K-6 is 12:20 p.m.
Start time Lunch Dismissal M, T, Th, F 8:15 am 11:55-­12:35 2:40 pm Wednesday (Banking Day*) 9:15 am 11:55-­12:35 2:40 pm q August 12, 2016 -­ Post Back To School Night q November 10, 2016 Parent Conferences q March 3, 2017 -­ Report Card Prep q May 4, 2017 -­ Open House q June 1, 2017 -­ Last Day of School MINIMUM DAYS 8:15 am N/A 12:20 pm Start time Lunch Dismissal 8:15 am 11:55-­12:35 2:40 pm Wednesday (Banking Day*) 9:15 am 11:55-­12:35 2:40 pm MINIMUM DAYS 8:15 am N/A 12:20 pm Start time Lunch Dismissal M, T, Th, F 8:15 am 12:15-­12:55 2:40 pm Wednesday (Banking Day*) 9:15am 12:15-­12:55 2:40 pm MINIMUM DAYS 8:15 am N/A 12:20 pm GRADE 3 GRADE 4 M, T, Th, F GRADE 5-­6 *See page 11 for an explanation of a "Banking Day."
BREAKFAST!
It’s the most important meal of the day!
Served every day in the Glenoaks cafeteria: Wednesdays: 8:30-­9:00 a.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 7:40-­8:10 a.m. $1.25 per child Reduced price and free breakfasts and lunches are available to qualifying students. Contact school office for more information and application form. School Office Hours
7:30 am – 4:00 pm Monday – Friday PHONE (818) 242-­3747 FAX: (818) 247-­4423 See page 3 for details. Glenoaks Elementary Parent Handbook – Page 5
SCHOOL RULES
DISCIPLINE POLICY
The main purpose of a school is to ensure that all students develop to their full
potential academically, socially, and physically. This can best take place in an
environment that is safe and protects student rights. Student responsibility is required
to provide an orderly framework within which individual learning goals can be
realized. Our concern is not for forced adherence to
SCHOOL
basic rules, but rather for students to assume
responsibility to follow the guidelines and rules of
AWARDS/REWARDS
our school community.
Students are recognized with Super G
Slips whenever a teacher or staff member
notices behavior that exemplifies one of
our 4 major school expectations:
Glenoaks PBIS
EXPECTATIONS
• Be Safe • Be Responsible • Be Respectful • Persevere DO THE RIGHT THING!!!! For information about Discipline policy, including violation consequences, detention, CA State Code, etc., please refer to page 10. Be Safe
Be Responsible
Be Respectful
Persevere
Super G Slips are collected and at the
Golden Oak Award Assembly several
Super G Slip winners are chosen and
invited to a Play with the Principal event.
Golden Oak Award recipients are
selected in each classroom once a month
and recognized at the Golden Oak
Assembly. Teachers teach one Character
Trait each month, and students develop a
description of behavior that represents that
character trait. At the end of the month
one student from each class who best
exemplifies that trait is awarded with a
Golden Oak certificate.
“E is for Excellence” Awards are
announced on Wednesdays over the loud
speaker. 2 students per class are chosen
every month based on teacher decision.
Additional School Guidelines
During Lunch 1. Food is not to be traded or shared.
2. Student will clean eating area before going to play.
3. Students will respect Noon Aides at all times.
Playground Guidelines 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Always play safely and correctly.
Do not play around the parking lot.
No chasing, playing tag, or wrestling.
No gum or candy allowed.
Respect all school property.
Riding skateboards, rollerblades, scooters or bicycles
on the playground is prohibited.
7. Games must be played in the designated areas.
Use of Playground Equipment 1. All equipment must be used safely and correctly.
2. Only school equipment is allowed.
3. Use slides, fireman poles, and rings one at a time.
4. Do not hang upside down on equipment or dome.
Before and After School 1. Students are not to engage in shouting, chasing,
teasing, hitting or throwing things.
2. Students may not go into classrooms without teacher
permission.
3. All other guidelines apply.
4. Unless enrolled in one of the childcare programs,
students may not play on the playground after school.
At Glenoaks we are using the PBIS (Positive Behavioral
Interventions and Supports) model for school discipline.
By showing the students the expected behaviors and
ways to interact at Glenoaks we then reward the
students for doing the right thing. Procedures are in
place across the campus to help modify behaviors, as
needed, for future success.
In addition, individual classrooms have their own reward and consequence
procedures. The most effective discipline program occurs when the home
and school work together and all parties are informed of all situations.
Glenoaks Elementary Parent Handbook – Page 6
SUPPLY LISTS
What follows is a list of recommended supplies. California law provides that school districts furnish necessary supplies. Please note: As
with all recommended/optional supplies, there is no grade component connected to these items. Providing these items is voluntary.
KINDERGARTEN q q q q q q q q q q THIRD GRADE Backpack (large enough for 9x12 folder) Box of Kleenex Fiskar children’s scissors (5”) Dry Erase markers, black fine point (2) Elmer’s White Glue bottle (1) Avery or Elmer’s Glue Stick (1) Antibacterial pump soap/gel Crayola Colored Pencils, assorted 1 ream of white copy paper Reams of assorted pastel copy paper q q q q q q q q q q q FIRST GRADE q q q q q q q q Backpack (large enough for Thursday folder) Box of Kleenex Fiskar children’s scissors (5”) Dry Erase Markers, black fine point (2) Pink wedge erasers Small white glue bottle Antibacterial pump soap/gel 1 ream of white copy paper Beginning in 4th Grade, all upper grade students use the
Glenoaks 3-ring binder.
FOURTH GRADE q q q q q q q q q q q q q SECOND GRADE q q q q q q q q q q q q q Backpack (large enough for Thursday folder) Box of Kleenex Fiskar children’s scissors #2 pencils (1 dozen) to share with class Crayola Colored Pencils, assorted Dry Erase Markers, black fine point (2) Water-­based marker set Crayola Crayons (box of 16) Pink wedge erasers (2) glue sticks Ziploc Bags (quart/gallon) Handsoap-­ pump type 1 ream of white copy paper PLEASE DO NOT BRING... Í Extra money Í Toys of any kind Í Food other than a nutritious snack and/or lunch Í Candy Í Trading Cards Í Chewing Gum Í Valuable or precious personal Backpack (large enough for Thursday folder) Box of Kleenex Fiskar children’s scissors #2 pencils (1 dozen) Red Pencils, assorted Colored Pencils Dry Erase Markers, black fine point (2)Black felt tip fine line marker pen, permanent Water-­based marker set Crayola Crayons (box of 16) Pink wedge erasers (2) Elmer’s White Glue or Avery glue stick 1 ream of white copy paper q Backpack (large enough for Thursday folder & binder) Box of Kleenex Pair of scissors #2 pencils (1 dozen) Crayola Colored pencils Dry-­erase markers -­ black, fine (2) + wide (2) Blue Ink pens (2) Black, fine tip felt marker Water-­based marker set Yellow highlighters (2) Pink wedge erasers (2) Small white glue bottle 8 1/2” X 11” -­ wide-­ruled notebook paper (NOT college ruled) -­ 3-­hole punched 1 ream of white copy paper GENERIC ITEMS THAT ARE ALWAYS APPRECITATED Í Í Í Í Í Í Clear, heavy duty sheet protectors Fine tipped black markers Blue Painters Tape Plastic Pocket Folders Mini White Boards Kleenex FIFTH GRADE q q q q q q q q q q q q q q q q q q q Backpack (large enough for Thursday folder & binder) Box of Kleenex Pair of sharp scissors #2 pencils (1 dozen) Red pencils or pens (3) Dry-­erase pens, low odor Black or blue erasable ink pens -­NOT fluorescent or gel (3) Black felt tip markers, fine (2) + wide (2) Washable marker set Crayola Colored pencils One pencil box Small white glue bottle or glue stick Pink wedge erasers (2) Good quality stapler with staples (small) 12” ruler with metric and standard measurements 8 1/2” X 11” -­ wide-­ruled notebook paper (NOT college ruled) -­ 3-­hole punched 3 notebook folders with pockets for use in Glenoaks binder 3’x3’ post-­its 1 ream of white copy paper SIXTH GRADE q q q q q q q q q q q q q q q Backpack (large enough for Thursday folder & binder) Box of Kleenex Pair of sharp scissors #2 pencils (1 dozen) Red marking pen Black or blue ballpoint pen Crayola Colored pencils Dry-­erase markers, black fine-­point (2) Washable marker set Small white glue bottle or glue stick Erasers Ruler Compass & protractor 8 1/2” X 11” -­ wide-­ruled notebook paper (NOT college ruled) -­ 3-­hole punched 1 ream of white copy paper belongings Glenoaks Elementary Parent Handbook – Page 7
SPECIAL EVENTS AND DATES
First Day of School
On the first day of school, class lists are posted on the playground indicating the
student/teacher/room number assignment. On the first day of school students line
up on the playground where their room number is written and will be escorted by
their teacher to their rooms. PTA parent volunteers are available to assist new
families. All parents are invited to a Welcome Coffee in the auditorium at 8:30
a.m.
and/or video/film production that supports the Reflections theme for that year.
The theme for 2016-17 year is “What is Your Story?” Information about the
program will be provided at the beginning of the school year.
Glendale Council PTA Family Food Drive
Picture Day
October 10-14 -Glenoaks PTA asks students and families to bring canned and
dried food items to school to help support those in our community who are in
need of assistance. All items collected are delivered to a local food pantry.
Details are sent home prior to the food drive.
August 24th - All students and staff have individual and class pictures taken by
a photography company. Pictures can be purchased in various packages.
PTA Science Fair
Back-­To-­School-­Night (grades
TK – 5)
FOR PARENTS ONLY August 11th - Parents have the opportunity to meet their child’s teacher and to
learn about the classroom program for the coming year. Presentations are made
from 6:00 to 7:30 pm.
Fall Carnival
September 19th– 5pm to 8 pm – Howdy Night is a PTA sponsored event and
Welcome Back to school celebration. The evening consists of fun, food, games,
and entertainment! Held on the playground, families can enjoy many different
activities and mingle with other families in the Glenoaks community. The event
is free, but some activities require a fee to participate. Food is available for
purchase.
Red Ribbon Week
October 24th-28h Red Ribbon Week is an annual event at schools throughout the
United States. Sponsored by our PTA, Red Ribbon week activities are intended
to present a positive and visible commitment toward a safe and drug-free
lifestyle.
Reflections
February 1&2 - PTA sponsors a 2-day Science Fair where they invite all
students to create a project and display it in the auditorium for all the students to
view. The event culminates with an evening event where awards are given out.
Scholastic Book Fair
March 14th – 17th – Sponsored by our PTA, the Scholastic Book Fair is a great
opportunity to purchase paperback and hardcover books for your children at
fantastic prices! All classes visit the book fair during the school day. Students
may purchase books during that time, or attend our special Family Night event
with their parents. Proceeds raised from the event are gifted to our library so that
new books or other necessary items may be purchased.
PTA Founders’ Day
This event honors the women who started the PTA (Parent Teachers
Association), past Presidents of the Glenoaks PTA and members of the
community who have contributed many, many hours to help children and our
school. Held this year on February 25th, Founders’ Day is open to anyone who
would like to attend.
Open House
May 4th - This is a special evening for our students to shine! Don’t miss this
fun filled family event. Visit classrooms and catch up on all the learning that has
taken place.
Reflections is a National PTA arts awareness program sponsored by our local
PTA. Students are encouraged to create a work of art in any of six art categories:
literature, musical composition, photography, visual arts, dance choreography
Glenoaks Elementary Parent Handbook – Page 8
RECURRING EVENTS Play with the Principal
As a reward for good behavior, students receive Super G Slips. Each month one
slip is pulled per class and those students are invited to a Play with the Principal
event. Students are given a special treat and then play a variety of games with
the principal.
Staff Development Days
In accordance with state guidelines, each school is allowed time for professional
development purposes. These workshops are scheduled for August 4th 2016,
October 21st, 2016, and March 27th, 2017. There is no school for students on these
days.
Golden Oak Assemblies
Golden Oak Assemblies are held once a month, usually on the last Friday of the
month. During each ceremony, a particular grade level features the Character
and Ethics word of the month through a performance and presents a short
program. Special recognition awards are presented.
Golden Oak Awards
It is the school’s intent to provide a continuous program of character and social
development for students. Each month, a different Character and Ethics trait is
highlighted (see calendar) and integrated into daily lessons and classroom
activities. The teacher or student selects who most exemplifies the monthly
character theme. These students receive the Golden Oak Award presented at the
Golden Oak Assembly each month. The recipients receive a certificate at a
schoolwide ceremony.
School Spirit Days
Each Friday students show their school spirit by wearing our school colors of
green and white. School t-shirts and sweatshirts can be purchased from the PTA.
Additionally, special school spirit days planned by Student Council. Those spirit
day themes vary and will be advertised by the Student Council. Some examples
are Sports Day, Hawaiian Day and Crazy Hair/Hat Day.
Field Trips
Parent and PTA donations and school funds support a variety of field trips. Each
teacher is encouraged to take at least one trip that supports the curriculum during
the school year. Written parent permission is required for all field trips.
Glenoaks Elementary Parent Handbook – Page 9
DISCIPLINE POLICY
Detention
According to District Administrative Regulation (AR 5144) and California Education Codes, a teacher
may detain a student in grades K-3 for 20 minutes after dismissal, and a student in grades 4-6 for 45
minutes after dismissal.
Saturday School may be assigned in lieu of suspension for lesser or first time offenses. Students in
grades 4 – 6 who have 5 or more tardies per semester or excessive missing homework will be sent to
Saturday School.
Suspension and Expulsion
EDUCATION CODE SECTION 48900 - Reasons for Suspension (Effective January 1, 2003)
48900. A pupil may not be suspended from school or recommended for expulsion unless the
superintendent or the principal of the school in which the pupil is enrolled determines that the pupil has
committed an act as defined pursuant to one or more of subdivisions (a) to (p), inclusive:
(1) Caused, attempted to cause, or threatened to cause physical injury to another person.
(2) Willfully used force or violence upon the person of another, except in self-defense.
(b) Possessed, sold, or otherwise furnished any firearm, knife, explosive, or other dangerous object,
unless, in the case of possession of any object of this type, the pupil had obtained written permission to
possess the item from a certificated school employee, which is concurred in by the principal or the
designee of the principal.
(c) Unlawfully possessed, used, sold, or otherwise furnished, or been under the influence of, any
controlled substance listed in Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11053) of Division 10 of the Health
and Safety Code, an alcoholic beverage, or an intoxicant of any kind.
(d) Unlawfully offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any controlled substance listed in Chapter 2
(commencing with Section 11053) of Division 10 of the Health and Safety Code, an alcoholic beverage,
or an intoxicant of any kind, and then either sold, delivered, or otherwise furnished to any person another
liquid, substance, or material and represented the liquid, substance, or material as a controlled substance,
alcoholic beverage, or intoxicant.
(e) Committed or attempted to commit robbery or extortion.
(f) Caused or attempted to cause damage to school property or private property.
(g) Stolen or attempted to steal school property or private property.
(h) Possessed or used tobacco, or any products containing tobacco or nicotine products, including, but
not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, miniature cigars, clove cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, snuff, chew
packets, and betel. However, this section does not prohibit use or possession by a pupil of his or her
own prescription products.
(i) Committed an obscene act or engaged in habitual profanity or vulgarity.
(j) Unlawfully possessed or unlawfully offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any drug paraphernalia,
as defined in Section11014.5 of the Health and Safety Code.
(k) Disrupted school activities or otherwise willfully defied the valid authority of supervisors, teachers,
administrators, school officials, or other school personnel engaged in the performance of their duties.
(l) Knowingly received stolen school property or private property.
(m) Possessed an imitation firearm. As used in this section, "imitation firearm" means a replica of a
firearm that is so substantially similar in physical properties to an existing firearm as to lead a reasonable
person to conclude that the replica is a firearm.
(n) Committed or attempted to commit a sexual assault as defined in Section 261, 266c, 286, 288,
288a, or 289 of the Penal Code or committed a sexual battery as defined in Section 243.4 of the Penal
Code.
(o) Harassed, threatened, or intimidated a pupil who is a complaining witness or witness in a school
disciplinary proceeding for the purpose of either preventing that pupil from being a witness or retaliating
against that pupil for being a witness, or both.
(p) Unlawfully offered, arranged to sell, negotiated to sell, or sold the prescription drug Soma.
(q) A pupil may not be suspended or expelled for any of the acts enumerated unless that act is related
to school activity or school attendance occurring within a school under the jurisdiction of the
superintendent or principal or occurring within any other school district. A pupil may be suspended
or expelled for acts that are enumerated in this section and related to school activity or attendance that
occur at any time, including, but not limited to, any of the following:
(1) While on school grounds. (2) While going to or coming from school. (3) During the lunch period
whether on or off the campus. (4) During, or while going to or coming from, a school sponsored
activity.
(r) A pupil who aids or abets, as defined in Section 31 of the Penal Code, the infliction or
attempted infliction of physical injury to another person may suffer suspension, but not expulsion,
pursuant to the provisions of this section, except that a pupil who has been adjudged by a juvenile
court to have committed, as an aider and abettor, a crime of physical violence in which the victim
suffered great bodily injury or serious bodily injury shall be subject to discipline pursuant to
subdivision (a).
(s) As used in this section, "school property” includes, but is not limited to, electronic files and
databases.
(t) A superintendent or principal may use their discretion to provide alternatives to suspension or
expulsion, including, but not limited to, counseling and an anger management program, for a
pupil subject to discipline under this section.
(u) It is the intent of the Legislature that alternatives to suspensions or expulsion be imposed against
any pupil who is truant, tardy, or otherwise absent from school activities.
48900.2. In addition to the reasons specified in Section 48900, a pupil may be suspended from school
or recommended for expulsion if the superintendent or the principal of the school in which the pupil
is enrolled determines that the pupil has committed sexual harassment as defined in Section 212.5.
For the purposes of this chapter, the conduct described in Section 212.5 must be considered by a
reasonable person of the same gender as the victim to be sufficiently severe or pervasive to have a
negative impact upon the individual's academic performance or to create an intimidating, hostile, or
offensive educational environment. This section shall not apply to pupils enrolled in kindergarten and
grades 1 to 3, inclusive.
48900.3. In addition to the reasons set forth in Sections 48900 and 48900.2, a pupil in any of grades 4
to 12, inclusive, may be suspended from school or recommended for expulsion if the superintendent
or the principal of the school in which the pupil is enrolled determines that the pupil has caused,
attempted to cause, threatened to cause, or participated in an act of, hate violence, as defined in
subdivision (e) of Section 233.
48900.4. In addition to the grounds specified in Sections 48900 and 48900.2, a pupil enrolled in any
of grades 4 to 12, inclusive, may be suspended from school or recommended for expulsion if the
superintendent or the principal of the school in which the pupil is enrolled determines that the pupil
has intentionally engaged in harassment, threats, or intimidation, directed against school district
personnel or pupils, that is sufficiently severe or pervasive to have the actual and reasonably expected
effect of materially disrupting class work, creating substantial disorder, and invading the rights of
either school personnel or pupils by creating an intimidating or hostile educational environment.
48900.7. (a) In addition to the reasons specified in Sections 48900, 48900.2, 48900.3, and 48900.4, a
pupil may be suspended from school or recommended for expulsion if the superintendent or the
principal of the school in which the pupil is enrolled determines that the pupil has made terroristic
threats against school officials or school property, or both. (b) For the purposes of this section,
"terrorist threat" shall include any statement, whether written or oral, by a person who willfully
threatens to commit a crime which will result in death, great bodily injury to another person, or
property damage in excess of one thousand dollars ($1,000), with the specific intent that the statement
is to be taken as a threat, even if there is no intent of actually carrying it out, which, on its face and
under the circumstances in which it is made, is so unequivocal, unconditional, immediate, and
specific as to convey to the person threatened, a gravity of purpose and an immediate prospect of
execution of the threat, and thereby causes that person reasonably to be in sustained fear for his or her
own safety or for his or her immediate family's safety, or for the protection of school district property,
or the personal property of the person threatened or his or her immediate family.
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SCHOOL POLICIES
Absence from School
We are required to secure an absence excuse from a parent or guardian when a
child is absent from school. This excuse can be included in a written note to the
teacher, email or a phone call to the front office staff or teacher. When the
reason for absence is illness, the specific nature must be given, such as cold,
fever, sore throat, etc. According to state law, the only excused absences are for
illness, medical treatment, bereavement, religious holiday and some legal
commitments. Family vacations or personal business are considered unexcused
reasons for absence. Please schedule these types of things when your children are
out of school. Teachers are not required to provide makeup work for unexcused
absences. (See Independent Study, page 13).
Report Cards
Report Cards are completed three times per year. This year we have a new report
card that is based on progress toward the Common Core State Standards.
Progress reports are sent home six (6) weeks before the end of the grading period
to notify parents if their child is at risk of not meeting grade level standards and
may receive an unsatisfactory grade unless improvement is shown. A parentteacher conference may be held any time to discuss a student’s progress.
Arrival Time/Dismissal Time
Please read the daily schedule in this handbook. Consistent, on-time
attendance is a priority. Students should be on campus by 8:00 a.m. on
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday and 9:00 a.m. on Wednesdays unless they
are eating breakfast (7:40am on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday or
8:30am on Wednesday). Children are to leave campus or be picked up promptly
at dismissal time in the designated areas. Students in grades 1-3 who wait for
their older Glenoaks siblings after school must be seated at the lunch benches or
on the grass in front of the school.
Banking of Instructional Minutes -­ “Banking Day”
On Wednesdays, students arrive to school one hour later than usual. Instructional
minutes based on California State mandates, have been “banked” to create a
common planning time for staff. During this hour the staff is involved in
planning grade level curriculum, receiving staff development to improve their
teaching skills, and monitoring student progress. All students begin instruction at
9:15 a.m. on Wednesdays.
Bicycles/Skateboards/Scooters
With parent permission, students in grades 3-6 may ride bicycles to school at
their own risk. State law mandates that bike riders wear a bicycle helmet. We
encourage parents to familiarize students with bicycle safety rules/laws and plan
to with them the safest route to and from school to avoid potential hazards. Each
bike must be secured with a lock to the rack located inside the gate near the
auditorium. Students are to walk their bikes on school grounds at all times.
Children may not ride skateboards, roller skates, or roller blades, or ride them at
any time on campus.
Birthday and Classroom Parties
All classes at Glenoaks students participate in two classroom parties; Winter
Break and End of the Year. Classroom parties are school activities and siblings
are not allowed. Birthday parties are not permitted in classes.
Invitations to birthday or other outside school parties
are not to be handed out at school .
Civility Policy
The Glendale Unified School District expects civil behavior from the entire
educational community- staff, students, parent/guardian, and community.
Administrative Regulation 1312.5 provides guidelines that all parties may use to
address uncivil behavior.
Classroom Interruptions
In fairness to the students and their educational program, classroom interruptions
are kept to a minimum. Phone calls from parents are not connected to the teacher
during instructional time. We ask that you plan ahead and assist students with
the responsibility of bringing their own lunch to school. Lunches or lunch money
brought in late by parents will be left in the office for students to pick up.
Homework, library books, projects, musical instruments, etc. brought in by
parents will not be accepted by the office. Thank you for your understanding.
Dress Code
To create a favorable climate for learning, all students are expected to be clean,
neat in appearance, and dressed in presentable clothing. Clothing or general
appearance should not create a distraction in the classroom or negatively affect
the instructional program. All shoes worn on the playground must include ties or
straps that are tied securely or buckled. All shoes must cover the foot. Flip-flops
and other heel-less sandals are not allowed at any time.
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Examples of inappropriate clothing for school or school-sponsored activities
include, but are not limited to, the following:
scheduled “Conference Days” in grades 1-6. Kindergarten teachers hold a
conference with each parent at the end of the first trimester.
Hats or caps worn in the buildings. Personal Belongings
Hair dyed with unnatural colors. Clothing with advertisements or designs that promote violence or unacceptable social behavior or use profanity. Gang-­inspired attire, including but not limited to, not hemmed or slit-­legged pants and/or pants which are excessively loose at the waist or excessively wide at the legs. Revealing clothing, including but not limited to, short shorts, low necklines and/or backless, spaghetti straps, (straps on shirts must be at least 1” wide), shoulder-­less garments and bare midriffs. Shorts length must be at fingertips when arms are rested against the body. Open-­toed, high heeled, heel-­less or other potentially unsafe shoes. Heel straps and socks are required on all sandals/shoes. Tied athletic/tennis shoes are required for all physical education activities and for play on playground equipment. Parents will be notified immediately when a student is found to be
inappropriately dressed and asked to bring appropriate clothing to school.
Independent Study
When a child must be taken out of school for unavoidable
personal reasons, parents may request schoolwork. The
Independent Study Program is a voluntary program
enabling students, who will be out of school for a period
of at least 5 days, to keep up with class work. In order to participate in an
Independent Study Program the parent/guardian must give the school a
minimum of two weeks advance notice. Approval of a parent request for an
Independent Study Program is based on evidence that the student can work
independently and an indication that the student will complete assigned work.
The school is required to maintain records for each student participating in this
program including copies of all completed and evaluated student work. The
student, parent, teacher and principal must sign an agreement. Resource
Specialist Program (RSP) students may not participate in the Independent Study
Program unless their Individualized Education Program (IEP) specifically
provides for participation.
Parent Conferences
A parent may schedule a conference with the teacher at anytime by calling the
school and leaving a voice message for the teacher. There are no regularly
Toys, play equipment, money (other than lunch money), trading cards, Game
Boys, iPods, and other personal items are not to be brought to school. The school
does not assume responsibility for damage to or loss of such possessions.
Rainy Day Procedure
On rainy day mornings, students gather in the cafeteria and classrooms and are
supervised by a certificated teacher beginning at 8:00 a.m. During lunch,
teachers and noon aides continuously supervise students. Throughout the rest of
the day, students are given classroom-based recess breaks as usual and
opportunities to use the restrooms.
Safety and Security
Safety and security for all staff and students on campus is a priority. All gates on
the playground are kept locked during school hours. Visitors must sign in and
wear a badge while visiting the school and/or entering a classroom between the
hours of 8:15 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. District employees, personnel and contractors
must wear a picture identification badge or the visitor’s pass.
Tardies
Consistent, on-time attendance is a priority at Glenoaks School. Students
who arrive late must sign in at the school office before entering the classroom.
All tardies are recorded on the attendance register. If tardies become a more
serious disruption, the school administration will contact parents for additional
intervention. Tardies are considered excessive when student’s reach five per
trimester. Tardies could affect your child’s report card.
Telephones
Students are not allowed to use the telephone during the school day except in the
case of emergencies and with the teacher’s permission. Forgotten homework,
musical instruments, lunches or lunch money does not constitute an emergency.
Cell Phones may be brought to school but students may not use cell phones
during the school day. Cell phones must be turned off and left in the student’s
backpacks. Cell phones will be taken if they are out of a backpack during the
instructional day. The school is not responsible for lost or damaged phones.
Teacher Messages
If you need to speak with your child’s teacher the easiest way is to contact them
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via email. You can also call and leave a voice message or send a note with your
child asking the teacher to call you. Please leave both home and work phone
numbers and a time that may be convenient for the teacher to reach you.
Students will not be called from class to talk to a parent on the telephone unless it
is an extreme emergency and then only at the discretion of an administrator.
(Classes will not be interrupted during instruction for phone messages.)
Textbooks
Textbooks are provided for all students. It is the responsibility of the student to
see that all books are covered and treated with care. Textbooks that are lost or
damaged must be replaced at the student’s expense.
Traffic & Parking
Glenoaks Boulevard is a busy street. It is critical that drivers keep in mind the
safety of our students as they are dropped off and picked up from school. We
want all drivers to keep in mind the safety of the students as they are dropped off
and picked up at school. Students and adults must use the crosswalks and not
cross in the middle of the street. Please use caution and drive slowly in the
vicinity of our school, observe parking restrictions and do not double park. To
avoid the congested area at the front of the school, students may be picked up and
dropped off in the drive through lane in front of school or the one accessed by
Mt. Carmel Street and Eden Avenue.
Visitors and Volunteers
All visitors and volunteers are required to check in at the school office when
arriving on campus during instructional hours. A visitor’s pass must be clearly
displayed and worn at all times while on campus.
Parents/guests may make an appointment with the teacher and the principal to
visit a classroom for up to 20 minutes. Generally, a staff person accompanies
visitors.
Glenoaks encourages volunteers to be an active part in the school. Volunteers
help in classrooms, the library, and the computer lab.
After school, students may wait for their ride in the lunch area. If there are too
many cars waiting and your child is not already waiting, you may be asked to
drive around the block. There is no parent parking on campus.
In the front of school, parking and/or stopping (except briefly to drop off and/or
pick up children who are ready at the curb) is not allowed for any reason.
Violators risk being cited by the Glendale Police Department.
Thank you in anticipation for your patience and courtesy.
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SPECIAL PROGRAMS & SERVICES
Chorus
Chorus for students in grades 3 – 4 is directed and supervised by
our choral director. Practices are held two times per week for
one trimester during the regular school day. Performances are
held at the end of the trimester.
Ceramics
The Glenoaks Elementary School Foundation funds a ceramics teacher who
works with each classroom to create a standards-aligned ceramic project. Grade
levels meet with the teacher to plan lessons based on science, social studies and
visual arts standards.
Music and Movement
The Glenoaks Elementary School Foundation funds a music teacher who works
with students in Kindergarten and Gr. 1, as well as our Special Day classes. They
meet once a week for at least one trimester of the school year.
Computers/Technology
Every classroom is equipped with at least one computer that has Internet access
and may be used for whole group instruction in the classroom. Many classrooms
have a small computer center comprised of 3-4 computers. These are used for
individual learning reinforcement. Thanks to GESF, classrooms have new sets of
chromebooks and our computer lab is equipped with 40 iMac computers.
Glenoaks also has four chrombook carts. Technology instruction is integrated
with the math, history/social science, science, and language arts curricula.
Child Care Programs (RAP, EEELP)
Recreational After School Program (RAP) RAP provides supervised activities such as arts, crafts, table games, video
movies, physical activities, organized games, homework assistance and includes
an anti-substance abuse and building self-esteem program. Nutritional snacks are
provided. RAP is available after school until 5:45 p.m., Monday-Friday when
school is in session. For further information call Wing Fung at 246-8643.
Early Education Extended Learning Program (EEELP) English Language Development Programs
An ELD (English Language Development) program is offered to students with
limited English proficiency. Teachers use a variety of instructional strategies to
ensure that students learn English as quickly as possible while continuing to
acquire information in content areas such as history/social science and science.
Students are integrated with fluent English students throughout the day while
being given instructional opportunities to meet their individual needs.
G.A.T.E. (Gifted and Talented Education)
G.A.T.E. is an enrichment program offered to students in grades 4-6 who have
scored in the superior range on the standardized OLSAT test. The Glenoaks
G.A.T.E. program includes differentiated instruction within the regular
classroom, as well as after school enrichment instruction modules.
Glenoaks Plus
Brought to you by the Glenoaks Elementary School Foundation, Glenoaks Plus is
an after school enrichment program for students in grades 1-6. These seven week
sessions are offered in the fall and spring with classes typically focusing on the
Arts and on physical fitness. The programs are fee-based and enrollment is on a
first-come, first-served basis. Information to enroll will be sent out in the
Thursday Folders.
Health Services
Please refer to page 3 for information on health services.
Instrumental Music
An optional instrumental music program is available for
students in grades 4-6. The teacher instructs students on
Fridays during the regular school day. The District has a
limited number of instruments that may be rented; students may
also rent from local music stores. There is a year-end performance, as
well as a soloist recital.
Insurance
A low-cost optional student insurance policy is available for all students. Parents
are encouraged to study the application when it is sent home at the beginning of
the school year. The cost of this program is minimal. Accidents and injuries that
occur at school are the responsibility of the child’s parent/guardian.
There are opportunities for individual and group experiences such as organized
lessons, supervised homework, outdoor active play, indoor educational games
and activities, cooking, special trips and events. Nutritional snacks are provided.
This program is available Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. throughout the
year. For further information call Araks Safarloo, Head Teacher at 246-8643.
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Library
The Glenoaks Elementary School Foundation recently undertook a
massive remodeling of our school library. The result is a vibrant,
beautiful literary space that welcomes all students. The Library
Assistant and a cadre of parent volunteers supervise and man the
library so that teachers and students can get the appropriate
materials needed for student reports, classroom and grade level projects, and
reading selections.
Each class is given an opportunity to visit the school library once a week.
Students may check out two books, provided they have returned the book(s) from
the previous week. Lost or damaged library books must be paid for or the
student’s library privileges will be suspended. Parent volunteers are always
needed to assist in the library. If you would like to help in the library, please
contact our Library Assistant Linda Guzik at [email protected].
Lost And Found
The lost and found area is located in the main hallway near the office. Please
mark children’s clothing and other articles with the name of the student so they
may promptly be returned. Unclaimed items are donated to local charities
throughout the school year.
Medication and Injuries
Please refer to page 3 for information on health services.
Physical Education
School Based Coordinated Programs (SBCP)
The State of California, through the blending of several programs such as
G.A.T.E., School Improvement and Economic Impact Aid, provides funds for
many of our extra services and programs. This includes classroom educational
assistants, a teacher specialist, library assistant, computer equipment and
software, books and instructional supplies and materials. Parents, teachers,
administrators, support staff, and students participate in an on-going assessment
evaluation, and improvement of instructional programs that serve all students.
The School Site Council is the governing body.
Sixth Grade Activities
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Outdoor Education Program – 6 Grade Camp In the spring, all sixth grade students are given the opportunity to attend the
outdoor science education program for four days and three nights. School and
camp personnel provide supervision and a planned curriculum program of
activities and classes.
Sixth Grade Activities The Sixth Grade Activities Committee coordinates special 6th grade activities.
Activities include special educational field trips, a memory book, and a swim
party. Many special 6th grade fundraisers take place in order to fund these
activities.
A credentialed physical education teacher provides a sequential, balanced
program for 120 minutes per week for all students in grades 4-6. In kindergarten
through third grade, the classroom teacher is responsible for the physical
education program, averaging 20 minutes per day, throughout the school year. A
specific curriculum has been developed, and all teachers have been trained in its
implementation. Physical education equipment includes: hula hoops, cones,
Frisbees, jump ropes, balls in various sizes, volleyball nets, tennis rackets,
hockey sticks, pucks, and softball equipment. As with all outdoor activities,
physical education classes are curtailed and moved indoors, based upon
inclement weather or unhealthy air alerts from air quality control authorities.
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Special Education
Students identified as having special education needs may be served in a variety
of ways. Placement is contingent upon the results of extensive testing,
evaluation, assessment, and observation by specially trained personnel, followed
by an Individualized Education Program (I.E.P.) team meeting with the parents.
Resource Specialist Program (Explorers) ORGANIZATIONS AND GROUPS
GUSD Board of Education 2016 -­ 2017
Dr. Armina Gharpetian, President
Mrs. Nayiri Nahabedian, Vice President
Mr. Greg Krikorian, Clerk
Jennifer Freemon, Member
Mrs. Christine Walters, Member
The Resource Specialist Program is designed for those students who have a
particular learning disability which may be affecting their achievement in one or
more academic areas and which may require special interventions for less than
half of the school day.
Special Day Class The Special Day Class is designed for those students whose learning disability
affects their overall academic achievement and requires special intervention for
more than 50% of the school day. These children are regularly mainstreamed
into the general education program with the assistance of special education
personnel.
The Speech and Language Program The Speech and Language Program is designed for those students who
demonstrate a significant delay or disorder in one or more of the following areas:
articulation, language, voice, and fluency.
Student Council
Glenoaks is proud of its Student Council, which consists of one representative
from each classroom in 4th - 6th grade. Student Council meetings are held during
the school year and provide an opportunity for students to be responsible,
promote school spirit and work toward the improvement of the school.
Board Priorities 2016-­2017
Overview For many years, this Board, as part of establishing its yearly priorities, has
affirmed its commitment to the essential priorities of improving student
achievement and maintaining a safe learning environment. The Board recognizes
that improving student achievement is a comprehensive K-12 effort, which
encompasses all student groups and subject areas, and that maintaining a safe,
orderly learning environment is critical to student success.
A. Ensure, in every learning environment, instructional practices that are high
quality, research based, consistent with the models of effective teaching and the
California teaching standards and that support student success.
B. Use Board adopted budgetary principles to maintain District fiscal integrity
and stability of instruction and programs.
C. Develop Measure S sequencing plan and implement the first phase of
Measure S.
D. Begin implementation of the GUSD 2015 Strategic Plan.
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School Site Council
The Glenoaks School Site Council (SSC) is composed of ten members: the
Principal, five parents elected by parents, and four school staff members elected
by school staff. The School Site Council four times per year. Its purpose is to
help develop, recommend and implement the school plan and monitor the SBCP
budget. All meetings of the School Site Council are open, and interested parents
are encouraged to attend. Other related parent groups are the District Advisory
Council (DAC), and District Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) Advisory
Committee.
English Learner Advisory Committee
The law requires that whenever there are 21 or more English Language Learners
(ELL) at a school site there is to be a functioning English Learner Advisory
Committee (ELAC). Glenoaks has an ELAC that meets 3 times each year. All
parents of ELLs are invited to attend.
PTA (Parent Teacher Association)
The PTA at Glenoaks Elementary School is active in many ways. First of all, we
are a member of the larger California State PTA whose mission statement is to
positively impact the lives of all children and families by
representing our members, and empowering and supporting them
with skills in advocacy, leadership and communications. PTA
members volunteer in the library, computer lab and the classrooms.
The PTA also sponsors school-wide programs such as Fall Food Drive, Howdy
Night, Read Across America Night, Spring Carnival, Book Fair, Science Fair,
Reflections, Red Ribbon Week and student assemblies throughout the year. The
PTA also provides funds to support the library and student field trips. To provide
all of these activities and programs, we need the support of Glenoaks’ parents.
Simply becoming a member during our membership campaign at the beginning
of the year and paying your $10/family member is an easy way to start. Attending
the 4 Association Meetings throughout the year to stay informed is the next step.
Finally, volunteer for events that interest you and your children and reap the
benefits of giving back. For further information please contact the PTA President,
Jenny Ramirez.
Glenoaks Elementary School Foundation (GESF)
The Glenoaks Elementary School Foundation was formed in 1991 by parents.
The Foundation is a tax-exempt non-profit corporation. The purpose of GESF is
to raise money to finance programs; projects and purchase equipment to better
enhance and stimulate the academic and creative environment of our students.
The Foundation has raised money to support technology in the classroom,
purchase books and magazine subscriptions for Library; to help with Glenoaks
Elementary School’s website and provide many additional items which benefit
students.
All Glenoaks parents and staff are Foundation members. Each May, members
elect a Board of Directors, which governs the activities for the following school
year and, with the input of the principal and PTA, decides how funds are to be
spent.
GESF Sponsors E-­Scrip
Parents and others can support the Glenoaks’ technology plan by registering
their Vons or other credit cards with E-scrip (electronic scrip) and then
purchasing groceries or other goods from participating vendors. Vons,
Pavilions and Bristol Farms return 5% of your purchases to Glenoaks at no cost
to you. Other vendors such as American Airlines, Budget Rent-A-Car, Chevron,
Carl's Jr., Carrows, Eddie Bauer, Orvis, Payless Shoes, Quality Inn, Spiegel, and
Sketchers return up to 10% of your purchases to our school. A complete list
of vendors can be found at the website, www.escrip.com.
To register for e-scrip, call 800-592-0942 or register on-line by giving
them a Vons Club Card number and/or a credit card number and tell them that
you want the donations to be credited to Glenoaks. The Glenoaks ID number
is 136559016.
The Glenoaks Elementary School Foundation pays application and renewal fees
for you. Registration will cost you nothing. Register once, and whenever you
use a Vons card or credit card, you will be supporting the Glenoaks technology
plan. Our Foundation 2016-2017 president is Debbie Blute.
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EARTHQUAKE / DISASTER PREPAREDNESS PLAN
Please make sure... that your child’s emergency card is kept
current at all times. Notify the school office
IMMEDIATELY if there is a change of
address or phone number.
The goal of Glenoaks Elementary School Emergency Disaster Plan is the protection of students and
employees should a major disaster occur. The plan identifies members of the school’s disaster teams and
outlines responsibilities. The plan is updated and revised annually by the school’s Safety Committee. In
accordance with Glendale Unified School District’s policy for the release of students during an
emergency, parents can expect the following procedures to occur at Glenoaks School.
Basic Action Following A Disaster
• When it is safe, teachers and students will evacuate the building and go directly to their designated classroom line-up area on the
middle terrace playground.
• Teachers will take roll and report the names of the missing or injured to the school emergency center. All students will put on their
identification/emergency release tags.
• School teams (Search and Rescue, First Aid, Triage, etc.) will report to their stations.
• School personnel will remain with and supervise students until they are picked up.
Student Release Procedures
• Students will be organized alphabetically so that they will sit and wait with their siblings.
• Parent or adult picking up the student will go to the Student Release Gate near the Auditorium for verification and sign out. Student
Information Cards will be checked at this gate to verify release information.
• Students will be released to a parent or adult at the Student Reunion Gate near the Kindergarten playground.
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Glendale Unified School District
HOMEWORK POLICY-­GLENOAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
What Is Homework? Homework should provide a purposeful application of skills and/or knowledge learned at school. There are different types of homework assignments.
Practice assignments help to reinforce newly acquired or developing skills. Extension assignments allow students to apply what they have learned in
new ways; these assignments might include long-term projects. Studying for tests or preparing for upcoming classroom activities is another important
homework activity. Homework also teaches responsibility and self-direction.
Teachers make sure that homework assignments are explained clearly, and that students have had necessary classroom instruction to do the work
successfully. Students may be expected to take home books and other needed supplies. Students are also expected to complete make-up homework on
time.
If a student is absent from school, he or she will be expected to complete make-up homework assignments. The number of days provided to complete
the assignments will be the same as the number of days of absence. If you would like to pick up your child’s homework for the day when he/she is
sick, you must call the office before 12:00pm.
Suggested Time Limits For Homework Glenoaks Elementary School has established suggested time limits for homework according to District policy. The following time limits are suggested
as average number of minutes per day. There may be variations from time to time:
Kindergarten
Grades 1-3
Grades 4-6
10 minutes daily
10 to 40 minutes daily
30 to 60 minutes daily
In addition to the following homework guidelines, students are expected complete regular reading outside of school each day for at least 20 minutes.
Children who cannot read independently should be read to for twenty minutes per day and or be given the opportunity to look at beginning reading
books.
How Can Parents Help? Parents are encouraged to support their child’s homework efforts in the following ways:
Encourage your student to bring assignment sheets home daily.
• Review the daily assignment sheets with your student.
• Provide a suitable study area and the necessary materials to complete assignments.
• Establish a regular homework time monitoring after school activities to allow sufficient time for homework.
• Praise your child’s efforts.
• If questions arise about the assignments, and your student asks for help, ask him/her questions, and/or work through an example, rather than
providing the answers.
• Check completed assignments encouraging your student to correct mistakes.
• Share any concerns you may have regarding the homework with your child’s teacher.
• Insure that assignments are completed and returned on time.
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2016-2017
GLENOAKS
IMPORTANT DATES
TO REMEMBER
Theme
AUGUST
Responsibility
11
12
15
15
19
24
24
1st Day of School/PTA
Welcome
BTSN
6-7:30 pm
Minimum Day
12:20 pm
Parent Volunteer Orientation
GESF Mtg
6:30pm
Picnic w/ the Principal 5:30pm
Volunteer Pictures 7:30 AM
Student Picture Day
25
PTA Mtg/Ice Cream Social 6pm
26
Golden Oak Assembly/ PTA
Fall Fundraiser Kickoff
8
Theme
2
5
8
12
SEPTEMBER
Fairness
No School
No School – Labor Day
PTA Board Mtg
8:30 am
GESF Mtg
6:30 pm
28
30
30
Picture Make-Up Day
PTA Fall Carnival 5:30 pm
Golden Oak Assembly
Theme
OCTOBER
Cooperation
3
4
5
10-14
13
GESF Mtg
6:30 pm
Principal Chat
Walktober
Fall Food Drive
PTA Meeting/Reflections
Awards
6:00 pm
21
No School – SB1193
24-28 Red Ribbon Week
28
Golden Oak Assembly
31
Halloween Parade
NOVEMBER
Theme
Citizenship
4
7
8
10
11
14-18
17
18
21-25
No School – Student Free
GESF Mtg
6:30 pm
Principal Chat
Minimum Day
12:20 pm
No School – Veteran’s Day
Toy and Book Drive
PTA Meeting
8:30 am
Golden Oak Assembly
Thanksgiving Break
DECEMBER
Theme
Compassion
1
5
6
6-8
15
16
21
PTA Board Mtg
8:30am
GESF Meeting
6:30 pm
Principal Chat
Penguin Patch Holiday Store
PTA Teacher Luncheon
Golden Oak Assembly
Winter Break Begins
JANUARY
Theme
Respect
9
9
12
16
19
26
27
School Resumes
GESF Mtg
6:30 pm
Principal Chat
No School - MLK Jr. Holiday
PTA Mtg/Game Night 6pm
GESF Jogathon
Golden Oak Assembly
FEBRUARY
Theme
Honesty
1-2
6
7
9
13
20
24
25
Science Fair
GESF Mtg
6:30 pm
Principal Chat
PTA Board Mtg.
8:30am
No School - Lincoln’s Bday
No School -Washington Bday
Golden Oak Assembly
Founder’s Day Luncheon
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MARCH
Theme Trustworthiness
2
3
6
8
9
14-17
20-24
27
31
PTA Mtg/Reading Night 6pm
Minimum Day
12:20 pm
GESF Mtg
6:30 pm
Spring Picture Day
Principal Chat
PTA Scholastic Bookfair
Spring Break
No School – SB1193 Day
Golden Oak Assembly
18
26
29
PTA Association Mtg 6pm
Golden Oak Assembly
No School – Memorial Day
JUNE
1
1
Last Day of School – Min Day
Sixth Grade Promotion
APRIL
Theme
Loyalty
3
4
21
24
28
Theme
1-5
1
4
4
9
GESF Mtg
6:30 pm
Principal Chat
PTA Board Meeting
No School- Student Free
Golden Oak Assembly
MAY
Courtesy
Teacher Appreciation Week
GESF Mtg
6:30 pm
Minimum Day
12:20 pm
Open House
6:00 pm
Principal Chat
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