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Timestamp: 2018-05-25 06:59:03
Document Index: 37346056

Matched Legal Cases: ['§ 20', '§ 279', '§1400', '§ 256', '§ 256', '§ 256', '§ 279', '§ 256', '§ 257', '§ 257', '§ 279', '§ 279', '§ 279', '§ 280']

Iowa Code §§ 20.9; 279.10, 280.3 (2013); 299.1 (2) (2015)
When the school is forced to close due to weather or other emergencies that part of the day during which school was in session will constitute a school day if the district is operating under a calendar based on 180 instructional days. When the school is forced to class due to weather or other emergencies those hours of the day during which school was in session will count toward the 1,080 total hours required. It shall be the responsibility of the superintendent to inform the board annually of the length of the school day.
The school district shall be a 'closed campus' during meal times, meaning that students may not leave to purchase meals off site and return during their lunch hour. All students shall be given adequate time to consume all school meals. School breakfast and lunch shall not be any less than twenty minutes.
Describe procedures for the purchase of instructional materials and resources (See Policy 605.1. );
dentify specific purposes for assessing student learning;
The basic instruction program of students enrolled in grades seven and eight will include English-language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, health, human growth and development, family and consumer science, career, technology education, physical education, music, and visual art.
The Cardinal Community School District recognizes the importance of ongoing learning opportunities for students. As such, the district shall offer summer school instruction in accordance with the following:
• In additional instances as provided by law, the superintendent may develop administrative regulations regarding this policy.
Iowa Code §§ 279.8, .11, .68; 280.3; 282.6 (2015).
611.4 Summer School Transportation
Southeast Warren Comm. School District v. Dept. of Publil Instruction, 285 N.W.2d 173 (Iowa 1979).
20 U.S.C. §§1400 et seq. (2012).
The education program is free of discrimination and provides equal opportunity for the students. The education program will foster knowledge of and respect and appreciation for the historical and contemporary contributions of diverse cultural groups, as well as men and women, to society. Special emphasis is placed on Asian-Americans, African-Americans, Hispanic-Americans and persons with disabilities. It will also reflect the wide variety of roles open to both men and women and provide equal opportunity to both sexes.
The areas stated above are included in health education and the instruction is adapted at each grade level to aid understanding by the students.
Iowa Code §§ 256.11; 279.8; 280.3-.14 (2013).
Iowa Code § 256.11 (2013).
Iowa Code §§ 256.11, .11A; 280.9 (2013).
Revised Feb . 8, 2010
Iowa Code §§ 279.8; 280.3, .6 (2013).
The Cardinal CommunitySchool District recognizes that families with students of compulsory attendance age may select alternative forms of education outside the traditional school setting, including private instruction. The applicable legal requirements for private instruction, including, but not limited to those relating to reporting and evaluations for progress, shall be followed.
Iowa Code §§ 256.11; 279.8, .10, .11; 280.3, .14; 299.1-.6, .11, .15, .24; 299A (2013).
Iowa Code §§ 257.42-.49 (2013).
Iowa Code §§ 257.38-.41; 280.19, .19A (2013).
* the course is taken from a public or accredited private post-secondary educational institution;
* a comparable course is not offered in the school district. A comparable course is one in which the subject matter or the purposes and objectives of the course are similar, in the judgment of the board, to a course offered in the school district;
*the course is in the discipline areas of mathematics, science, social sciences, humanities, vocational-technical education, or a course offered in the community college career options program;
*the course is a credit-bearing course that leads to a degree;
* the course is not religious or sectarian; and
*the course meets any other requirements set out by the board.
The parent, guardian, or custodian of a student receiving competent private instruction by or under the supervision of a licensed practitioner or by a non-licensed individual may also enroll the student in the district. The student shall be considered under dual enrollment. The parent, guardian or custodian requesting dual enrollment for the student should notify the superintendent prior to October 1st each year on forms provided by the Iowa Department of Education. On the form, the parent, guardian or custodian shall indicate the extracurricular and academic activities in which the student is interested in participating. The forms are available at the central administration office.
A dual enrollment student is eligible to participate in the district's extracurricular and academic activities in the same manner as other students enrolled in the District. The policies and administrative rules of the District shall apply to the dual enrollment students in the same manner as the other students enrolled in the District. These policies and administrative rules shall include, but not be limited to, athletic eligibility requirements, the good conduct rule, academic eligibility requirements, and payment of the fees required for participation.
The applicable legal requirements for dual enrollment including but not limited to those related to reporting and eligiblity shall be followed. It is the responsibility of the superintendent to develop administrative regulations regarding this policy.
Reviewed February/March 2016
CARDINAL does not have a HSAP and this policy number is reserved. Not taken for Board action.
Iowa Code §§ 279.8; 299A (2013).
High school students may earn a maximum of 24 credits to be applied toward graduation requirements by completing on-line courses offered through agencies approved by the board, such as the Iowa On-Line Learning. Credit, APEX, or from an on-line or virtual course may be earned only in the following circumstances:
Iowa Code § 279.8 (2013)
Approved _ Feb. 8, 2010_
604.13 INTERNATIONAL STUDY
The board recognizes some students may wish to take courses outside the country. Generally, students must obtain board approval prior to participating in the international student exchange program if the student wants to receive credit for the program. If it is a continuing program which has received a favorable evaluation by the administration and the program will be carried out in the future as it has in the past, prior board approval is not required.
The board’s approval is not an assumption of liability, but rather an approval of the credits from the program toward graduation requirement. The students, employees or others traveling with the students shall assume all costs and maintain personal and liability insurance protection. The school district assumes no cost or liability for the participants.
Approved _July 2000_
Revised _ Feb. 8, 2010__
A. The board is responsible for matters relating to the operation of the Cardinal Community School District.
Approved July 20000
Approved July 2000_
The most critical component of the reconsideration process is the establishment and maintenance of the committee's credibility in the community. For this purpose, the committee is composed of community members, faculty members, and a student representative. The community should not, therefore, infer that the Committee is biased or is obligated to uphold prior professional decisions. For this same reason, a community member will be selected to chair the committee.
Request for review or re-evaluation initiated by:
605.3E4 APPOINTMENT OF INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL RECONSIDERATION REVIEW COMMITTEE
The following persons are appointed to serve on the Cardinal Temporary Instructional Material Review
Committee to consider the request made by _________________________________________________
on ________________________ (date) regarding the following instructional materials(s):
____________________________________________ District Resident
____________________________________________ Administrator
____________________________________________ Teacher
____________________________________________ Secondary Student
The review committee shall meet with the person(s) requesting reconsideration and with the licensed staff member utilizing the material and shall issue a recommendation to the superintendent
Two licensed employee designated by the superintendent.
One member of the administrative team designated by the superintendent.
Three members of the community appointed by the board.
Two high school students, selected by the high school principal.
The committee will select their chairperson from the community and secretary.
Students will be able to access the Internet wirelessly from most locations in or around the school campus. Filters will be in use to help screen inappropriate materials/websites. Filters are not foolproof and will only allow for a certain amount of protection. Internet use in the classroom will be monitored by their teachers. Individual student accounts and electronic mail addresses will be issued to students. If a student already has an electronic mail address, the student will not be permitted to use that address to send and receive mail at school. Student email accounts assigned by the school are subject to auditing and can be monitored by school administration at anytime for any reason. Revocation or limitations of student email accounts can be made on an as needed basis as a result of misuse or misconduct by the student at the discretion of the principal or superintendent. Students are expected to use the @cardinalcomt.com to send and receive e-mail while at school.
Students will apply the same privacy, ethical and educational considerations utilized in other forms of communication.
Student access for electronic mail will be through @cardinalcomet.com account. Students should adhere to the following guidelines:
· I have read the expected network etiquette and agree to abide by these provisions. I understand that violation of these provisions may constitute suspension or revocation of Internet privileges.
· I agree to be responsible for payment of costs incurred by accessing any Internet services that have a cost involved.
B. Students will be able to access the Internet wirelessly from most locations in or around the school campus. Filters will be in use to help screen inappropriate materials/websites. Filters are not foolproof and will only allow for a certain amount of protection. Internet use in the classroom will be monitored by their teachers. Individual student accounts and electronic mail addresses will be issued to students. If a student already has an electronic mail address, the student will not be permitted to use that address to send and receive mail at school. Student email accounts assigned by the school are subject to auditing and can be monitored by school administration at anytime for any reason. Revocation or limitations of student email accounts can be made on an as needed basis as a result of misuse or misconduct by the student at the discretion of the principal or superintendent. Students are expected to use the @cardinalcomt.com to send and receive e-mail while at school.
3. Student access for electronic mail will be through the @cardinalcomet.com account. Students should adhere to the following guidelines:
III. Student Violations--Consequences and Notifications.
Discipline for violations of computer or internet usage shall be handled by the principal. Students who access restricted items on the Internet are subject to the appropriate action described in board policy, student handbooks or other regulations.
It is within the sole discretion of the board to determine the size of classes and to determine whether class grouping will take place. The board will be made aware of the class sizes annually.
Iowa Code §§ 279.8; 280.3 (2013).
The school district will continue school ceremonies and observances which have become a part of the tradition and a custom of the education program. Students will also take part in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance and observance of holidays, such as Christmas, Halloween and Easter, through programs and performances. Such programs, ceremonies, or performances will have a secular purpose and will not advocate or sponsor a particular religion.
The principal may authorize field trips and excursions when such events contribute to the achievement of education goals of the school district. The school district may provide transportation for field trips and excursions.
In authorizing field trips and excursions, the principal will consider the financial condition of the school district, the educational benefit of the activity, the inherent risks or dangers of the activity, and other factors deemed relevant by the superintendent. Written parental permission will be required prior to the student's participation in field trips and excursions. The superintendent's approval will be required for field trips and excursions outside the state. Board approval will be required for field trips and excursions out of the country and/or which involve unusual length or expense.
390 C.F.R. Pt. 390.3(f) (2012).
606.9 SCHOOL ASSEMBLY
The building principal may authorize programs or activities in the form of a school assembly when such events contribute to the achievement of educational goals of the school district. School assemblies shall comply with the school calendar.
Iowa Code § 280.14; 622.10 (2013).
8. Participate in and attend team meetings as a team member and health consultant
607.5 MUSICAL INSTRUMENT DISPLAY NIGHT
Annually, as a service to student and their parents, the Board may hold a musical instrument display night. The event is designed to provide an opportunity for students and their parents to view, purchase, or rent musical instruments and accessories if they desire.
This policy does not require students and parents to purchase musical instruments from the vendor displaying at this event. This policy shall not limit a student’s participation in the band or require a student to participate in band or other activities involving musical instruments.
It shall be the responsibility of the superintendent to develop guidelines regarding the qualifications a vendor must meet to display at this event. Vendors invited by the teacher must meet those qualifications.