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The Board of Education believes that the education of children is a cooperative effort among the parents , school and community . In this policy the word “ parent ” also includes guardians and other family members involved in supervising the child ’ s schooling .
We believe as research demonstrates , that increased parent involvement improves student achievement . Parent involvement initiatives in the school system will accommodate diversity , be flexible and creative , promote effective two-way communication , and offer opportunities for all parents to participate . The implementation of this policy is the responsibility of all district staff .
Parent involvement activities will be coordinated at the district level . Each school will develop an annual plan for parent involvement activities . It is expected that this will create opportunities for collaboration between and among schools . The Superintendent will report annually to the Board of Education on district and school parent involvement activities . Requirements for state and federally funded programs will be met .
Legal Reference :
Connecticut General Statutes
Policy Adopted : April 24 , 2018
10-221 ( f ) Boards of Education to prescribe rule ( s ), policies , and procedures as amended by PA 97-29
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
SHELTER IN PLACE : When conditions are safer inside the building than outside , the following procedures will be adopted in case of SHELTER IN PLACE : 1 . Usher students into the school expeditiously 2 . Listen for additional instructions 3 . In severe weather environment : proceed to interior rooms or basement , away from windows . If not possible , sit in an interior hallway , with your back to the west ; your head down and hands covering your head .
4 . In a possible hazardous materials release : return to the classroom , close and seal all windows and doors , and shut off ventilation system
EVACUATE SCHOOL When conditions are safer outside , than inside the building , the following procedures will be adopted in case of EVACUATE SCHOOL : 1 . Give students explicit directions on evacuation process . 2 . Close all doors and windows . 3 . If Bomb Threat : DO NOT use cell phone and do not initiate radio communications . 4 . Immediately direct all students out of classroom to pre-designated fire exit ( s ). Count students as they exit classroom & at staging area . No stops at locker or bathroom . 5 . Exit building & guide students to predetermined safe area . 6 . Take attendance and report to your Zone leader any missing students / staff , or additional students / staff .
SECURE SCHOOL When suspicious activity , crime , a medical emergency , severe weather , or imminent environmental hazard has been reported in the area of the school . Procedures will be reviewed with staff and students .
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