MARSHALL SCHOOL
109 1st Street East
Marshall, Saskatchewan
S0M 1R0
Telephone: (306) 387-6288
Fax: (306) 387-6553
Email: colin.covey@nwsd.ca
Web Page: http://www.nwsd.ca/schools/marshall
MR. COLIN COVEY MS. TRISH MARKEVICH
Principal Vice Principal
SCHOOL MOTTO
“To Strive Is To Succeed”
MISSION STATEMENT
The cornerstones of our school are:
1. Community, student, and staff participation
2. Communication
3. Respect
4. Responsibility
We believe academic and physical growth can best be achieved within a moral framework.
VISION STATEMENT
At Marshall School, we provide a safe and caring environment that fosters academic, moral, physical, and social development in our students. Our mission is to provide an environment of mutual respect, tolerance, and trust that enables all children to develop to their full potential.
As a school, we accept all children at their level of intellectual, social, cultural, and physical maturity and strive to provide programs that meet their individual needs. We believe that every student can learn. We have high standards of learning that enable all students to achieve their potential. Our goal is to provide opportunities for every student to acquire basic skills and knowledge,develop a positive self-concept, become socially responsible, and experience success in learning.
Marshall School is committed to positive relations and effective communication with the community. Working together, we recognize that we all have the best interests of students in mind
Principal Colin Covey
Vice Principal Trish Markevich
Administrative Assistant Linda Leard
Kindergarten Crystal Dodds
Grade 1/2 Lisa Doetzel
Grade 3 Lucy Gibbs
Grade 4 Candice Steveson
Grade 5/6 Gwen Muskego
Grade 7 Tanis Irvine
Grade 8/9 Cindy McKerchar
Grade 1-6 Linda Walde
Librarian Donna Ferguson
Wellness Coordinator ~ E/A Anne McAlinden
Educational Assistants: Kim Lines
Jackie Getzinger
Brianne Scrimbitt
Custodian Dianne Wakefield
Mrs. Helen Towes Mrs. Gloria Ford
Mrs. Aurora Mongrain
606 5th Avenue West Box 280 5411-50th Avenue
Meadow Lake S9X 1A9 Turtleford S0M 2Y0 Lloydminster S9V 0R1
Phone: 236-5614 Phone: 845-2150 Phone: 825-2828
Fax: 236-3922 Fax: 845-3392 Fax: 825-3991
Director of Education Duane Hauk 236-5614
Superintendent of Curriculum & Instruction Terru Craig 236-5614
Superintendent of Curriculum & Instruction Aaron Oakes 825-2828
Superintendent of Curriculum & Instruction Darrell Newton 825-2828
Superintendent of Human Resources Cory Rideout 825-2828
Superintendent of Student Services Carolyn Forsey 236-5506
Secretary Treasurer Greg Gerwing 845-2150
Supervisor of Transportation Rick McNeil 845-2150
BILL Cosh bill.cosh@nwsd.ca
COMMUNICATION
It is the school’s responsibility to inform parents when their child is working in an unsatisfactory way or is displaying unacceptable behaviour. Similarly, the school should make parents aware when their child is showing improvement in his / her work behaviour. We shall do this by either telephone or letter. On occasion we may ask that parents come to the school to discuss a particularly difficult or worrying situation.
We hope that parents will feel free to call the school or visit to discuss problems. If the school and home can communicate freely and openly, misunderstandings are less likely to develop. As a result we will be able to provide a happy, healthy learning environment for all students.
COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL
To insure a high quality of education the staff of Marshall School welcomes constructive criticism.
If, and when, a parent has a concern about what may be, or may not be happening in the classroom or with in the school setting, we strongly encourage the following communication protocol:
To guarantee your comments are dealt with immediately please discuss your concerns in the following sequential fashion:
GENERAL INFORMATION
SCHOOL FEES 2011-2012
Marshall School charges student fees to cover the expenses incurred throughout the school year for which we do not receive funding from the Northwest School Division.
The main activities funded include:
A. Registration Fees $40.00 for grade 1-9 students
$30.00 for Kindergarten students
A family rate of $90.00/ family applies for 3 or more students in a family
*** School fees need to be paid before students are allowed to go on field trips or attend other school activities***
B. Text Book Caution Fee $20.00 for Grade 2
Text Book Caution Fee $25.00 for Grade 3-5
Text Book Caution Fee $40.00 for Grade 6-9
If a student damages or loses a textbook during this period the school will request additional money for the caution fee to maintain the money at $40.00. If the replacement book exceeds the $40.00 a fee bill will be sent to parents for the replacement cost. The cost of replacing textbooks is very expensive and we would ask that students take care of textbooks that are on loan to them.
C. Lock Caution Fee (Optional) $5.00 payable by students in grades 2-9
(Students are encouraged to bring a lock from home)
D. Physical Education Fee $5.00 Grade 1-6
$10.00 Grade 7-9
E. Industrial Arts / Home Economic Fee $50.00 Grade 8&9
(This fee is charged for the materials used in Lashburn for the IA / Home Economics classes)
F. Gym Wear $30.00 Grade 7-9
(We are requesting all students purchase gym clothing for physical education classes)
***The Schools Community Council approved the fee structure***
FUNDRAISING
In addition to registration fees in September, there will be fund raising activities throughout the year when the school will approach the community for financial help.
We greatly appreciate your generosity. With these funds, we are able to make school donations to charities, finance our student social activities, Student Representative Activities, Yearbook, Awards evening, and purchase special items not provided by our regular school budget.
Occasionally through the year individual classes will serve hot lunches for those who wish to partake. The money individual classes raise will remain with the class to purchase special items for the class, materials for the students, field trips and other items that the class teacher deems necessary.
BELL SCHEDULE
8:40 Doors Open
8:50 First Bell
8:55 O’Canada / Announcements
9:00 – 9:30 OSR
9:30 – 9:55 Period 1
9:55 – 10:35 Period 2
10:35 – 10:50 Outside Recess
10:50 – 11:30 Period 3
11:30 – 12:10 Period 4
12:10 - 12:30 Lunch
12:30 – 12:50 Outside K-6 /Intramurals/Library/Computer/Club Meetings
12:50 – 1:30 Period 4
1:30 – 2:10 Period 5
2:10 – 2:25 Outside Recess 2:25 – 3:05 Period 6
3:05 Homeroom
3:10 Dismissal
SCHOOL HOURS
The supervision of students outside begins at 8:40 a.m. Also at 8:40 the inside supervisor will open the junior high doors and invite students to go to their classrooms. Students who are not acting appropriately may be asked to go outdoors until the 8:50 bell.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Announcements should be recorded on the announcement sheet located in the office by 8:40 a.m. daily.
RECESS
Students are expected to go outside for recess. Therefore it is important that students dress for the weather. Students should wear appropriate footwear for weather conditions. During inclement weather, (below –20 C, extreme wind chill, heavy rain) students will be permitted to remain indoors.
NOON LUNCH
Staff members supervise students staying for lunch during the break. The students are required to sit in their desks and eat lunch from 12:10-12:30. When a student behaves inappropriately at lunchtime, the parent will receive a phone call inappropriately may be suspended from eating lunch at school for a given period.
We encourage only students who need to stay for lunch to eat lunch at school. Students involved in school activities are invited to stay for lunch. All other students are encouraged to go home and eat a hot lunch with their family. Students should remember that staying for lunch is a privilege not a right.
Students who stay for lunch are not allowed to leave the school grounds during lunch hour. In order to be permitted to leave the school grounds, a student must present his / her classroom teacher with a written note from his / her parent indicating they have permission to leave.
VISITORS
All visitors to the school are required to check at the main office upon arrival at the school. A visitor is defined as any person who is not a student or staff member.
PARENT DROP OFF AND PICK UP OF STUDENTS
Parents and guardians are requested to observe the following guidelines when dropping off their children before school or picking them up after school:
CLASS SUPPLY LISTS
All students receive a supply list for their grade in the June report card. We ask that all supplies be labelled so your child may determine which supplies belong to him / her. During the school year some supplies such as paper, pencil, pens may have to be replenished.
MONDAY MEMO
Each Monday the school distributes a school/community memo. Items should be handed into the office no later than 9:30 am the day of distribution. The school will not publish items for sale and may decline to publish certain events. Memos are sent home with the youngest student in attendance at school.
TELEPHONE
The administration phones are installed for school business purposes. To avoid disruptions to classes, parents are asked to call their children only when absolutely necessary. Students who receive phone calls during class will not be removed and only a message will be taken for the student.
DRESS AND APPEARANCE
As the school is a formal environment, students must be neatly dressed and well groomed. Clothing that is revealing is disruptive to the educational atmosphere and will not be allowed.
General Guidelines include a covered back, midriff, chest and shoulder area, therefore, no undergarments should be showing (ex. No unbuttoned shirts, no strapless tops, spaghetti straps or halter-tops). Skirts, dresses or shorts should be mid-thigh in length. Unsuitable clothing also includes items that display explicit language, violence, racism, drugs / alcohol, inappropriate signs and symbols, or sexual in nature. Hats, headgear, bandanna’s or sweatshirt hoods are not to be worn inside the school.
If in the opinion of a staff member, a person is immodestly dressed, he / she will be asked to change, cover up or sent home to change.
**** This dress code applies to all school functions****
SHOE POLICY
Suitable footwear should be worn relative to weather conditions. All students, parents, visitors and staff are required to remove outside footwear at the entrances. Outside shoes are to be stored neatly on the boot racks located in the entrance. Indoor shoes are required to be worn at all times. Regardless of weather conditions, non-marking soles are required for the Gymnasium.
MILK PROGRAM
We are exciting to be offering Saskatchewan Milk program again this year. The Milk Program provides free prize incentives to students who drink milk during lunch at school. The prize incentives encourage children to develop and maintain the life-long habit of drinking milk.
We are offering this program because milk provides the kind of healthy goodness that helps children concentrate and have more energy and get the most out of their school day!
Marshall School will provide a cold, 250 ml carton of 2% milk (white or chocolate) to your child 5 days a week. The cost per carton in .50 totalling $10.00 for a punch card of 20 milk cartons. The punch card will allow students to decide the days they would like milk.
We will send a reminder notice home when your child has only 2 punches left on their card. You can then purchase another Milk Membership Card for $10.00 by simply sending in cash or cheque to your child’s teacher. We hope to have many Moo-vellous students participating in our program.
BUS DRIVER - STUDENT COMMUNICATION
Communication with your bus driver is very important and is also an act of courtesy. If you know that your child will not be on the bus, either in the morning or after school, please let their bus driver know. Prior to inviting other children to visit your house it would be courteous to check with the driver.
The bus is an extension of the school and respect for the driver; rules and appropriate behaviour are expected. Any misbehaviour or violation of the rules will be dealt with the by the school and appropriate measures will be taken.
BUS-STUDENT BILLETS
Town billets are required for all bus students in the event that busses cannot return students to their home. If you require assistance in finding a billet please contact the school and we will assist you.
BICYCLES AND BIKE SAFETY
If your child rides a bicycle to school, please remind him or her to:
The school will not accept responsibility for theft or damage to your bicycle. Students observing anyone damaging a bicycle are advised to inform the office.
ROLLER BLADES, SCOOTERS, SKATEBOARDS, AND ROLLER SHOES
It is school policy NOT to allow students to bring roller blades, scooters and skateboards to school. Students have access to the Marshall Skate Park and we encourage students to use those facilities after school hours. Northwest School policy also stipulates that students are not permitted to transport scooters and skateboards on school busses.
STUDENT POSSESSIONS
Parents, please make sure that your child’s supplies, equipment and clothing are clearly labelled especially running shoes and boots. This will help reduce the number of lost and found items. Students who bring valuable items to school do so at their own risk. The school will not be responsible for any of those items that are damages or that disappear.
ATTENDANCE
Daily attendance is very important to success in school. We ask that parents contact the school prior to, or the morning of, their child’s absence, indicating the reasons for the absence. If we do not receive a phone call, you will be phoned at home or at your place of business to ensure that your child is safe and that their whereabouts is known. Contacts will be made in the morning and afternoon. Every phone call that we receive is one less that the school secretary will have to make. Parents of junior high students will receive a letter and a record of attendance when a student has missed 5, 10, or 15 classes. Students who have missed a large number of classes may face suspension from classes.
Normally, children who are too ill to go outside are too ill to be at school. This is particularly true of severe colds. Children coming to school with severe colds are unable to function at school, provide a source of infection for other children, and will probably recuperate faster at home. If a child gets sick while at school, we will phone home or your place of work to have you pick them up.
The student is responsible for completing the work missed.
Students who are late for class will be declared either “excused” or “unexcused”. Any student who is “unexcused” will make up the missed time after school. Continued lateness may result in further consequences, and a phone call home.
PERMISSION TO GO DOWNTOWN
Rural students who are required to go downtown will need a permission note from parents or guardians. This note is to be presented to the supervising teacher in the morning of the day the student is to go downtown. Students may get notes that will cover permission to go downtown for a longer period of time. This privilege may be revoked if students abuse the privilege or are required at the school for special events or in-school suspensions.
TOBACCO PRODUCTS
Smoking is becoming less and less acceptable in our society. Marshall School is a tobacco-free environment for its students, staff and visitors. Violation on this rule will result in immediate suspension (minimum 1 day). We realize that some students do smoke out of school. We ask that they do not smoke in sight of the school, as it may be a negative influence on younger children.
SUBSTANCE ABUSE
Marshall school is a drug free environment. The possession, consumption, or trafficking of any illegal substance (drugs or alcohol) and possession of drug paraphernalia will result in severe and immediate consequences. Any student who is under the influence of an illegal substance and is attending school or a school sponsored event will receive similar consequences. The minimum consequences for such behaviour will be all/or any combination of the following:
FIRE REGULATIONS / FIRE DRILLS
Regulations under the Education Act require that periodic fire drills be conducted. The rules for leaving during a fire drill are reviewed frequently by teachers. When the alarm is sounds:
PHOTOCOPYING
Photocopying for a student’s personal use is not allowed.
COMPUTER PRINT OUTS
Computer printouts for student’s personal use is $.15 a copy for black and white or $.25 a copy for colour.
COMPUTER POLICY
Marshall School and the North West School Division have prepared a Computer Protocol and Internet Policy that requires every student and his/her parent to return the jointly signed agreement prior to the student being given access to the internet. The use of Computers, the Electronic Communications System, Internet and Electronic Mail Permission form must be completed by the second week of school.
If a student does not comply with this agreement, he/she may lose computer privileges for a given period of time.
LOST AND FOUND
A “Lost and Found” box is located in the school. This should be checked for any lost items. Valuable items such as rings, watches, and calculators are to be turned into the office if found. Students should check at the office if they should happen to lose such an item. It is, also, important that students be sure that their name is placed on all their personal items. All valuable items should be kept in a locker with a closed lock, or not brought to school. The lost and found will be displayed for parents during parent-teacher interviews. If the items are not claimed they will be sent to goodwill.
SEEDS
Possession of seeds (pumpkin/sunflower etc.) is not allowed in the school. Seeds will be confiscated and not returned.
LITTERING
It is extremely important to avoid littering of any kind inside or out. No food or drink of any kind will be allowed on the playground unless, special permission is given by the Principal. Offenders will be required to serve on “Litter Pick-Up Duty” during noon hour and recess. Students will report at 12:30 for such duty regardless of whether they are from town or country.
STAFF ROOM
Just as students require time to themselves in the form of recesses and noon hours, teachers, also, require such time. The Staff Room is the teachers’ “Time Out” area. Students should not be coming to the Staff Room during recess breaks or noon hour. Teachers on supervision are able to handle all student inquires. Please observe this unless it is totally necessary.
STUDENT CONDUCT
Classroom discipline is the responsibility of the classroom teacher and may vary from class to class, depending on the grade and course taught. Any behaviour, which disrupts the learning process or encroaches upon the individual rights of other students, will result in an immediate consequence given by the teacher. If behaviour persists or escalates it will be referred to administration.
AT SCHOOL
Students should be aware of their legal responsibilities, as outlined in the Education Act, 1995. The Act states:
DUTIES OF PUPILS
In the excerise of his right of access to the schools of the Division and to the benefits of the educational services provided by the Board of Education, every pupil shall co-operate fully with all persons employed by the Board and such other persons who have been lawfully assigned responsibilities and functions with respect to the instructional program of the school or such special or ancillary services as may be provided or approved by the Board or Department of Education and, without restricting the generality of the foregoing, every pupil shall:
*Based on Section 150 of the Education Act
ON THE BUS
Every student being conveyed must be accountable to the Principal and the Bus Driver for his/her general conduct, subject to the stated policies and regulations of the Board of Education.
SUSPENSIONS
A principal:
**Based on Sections 154(1,2) of the Education Act
BULLYING POLICY
We the students, teachers and supporters of Marshall School, are committed to providing compassionate, receptive, and non-threatening atmosphere for each and every one of our pupils to learn and succeed in. We have a “zero-tolerance” policy against bullying, meaning that bullying of any sort is deemed completely unacceptable in our school community. If bullying does occur, students should be assured of the fact that all incidents will be addressed quickly, thoroughly and effectively. We also expect anyone –whether a student, educator, family member or other school party – who witnesses or has knowledge of an incident of bullying will report the incident to a staff member immediately and with the promise of confidentiality if desired.
DEFINITION OF BULLYING
Bullying can be generally defined as the use of aggression, intimidation and/or cruelty with the deliberate intent of hurting another person verbally, physically, or emotionally. Bullying carries the ramification of causing pain and stress to the victim. Bullying is never justified and is not excusable as “kids being kids,” “just teasing” or any other rationalization. The victim is never “responsible” for being a target of bullying.
SPECIFIC TYPES OF BULLYING:
**Please note that an instance of bullying may fall into more than one “category” listed above**
IF WE ARE BULLIED:
WHAT WE CAN DO TO PREVENT BULLYING AT MARSHALL SCHOOL
As a school community we believe that children involved in bullying may need adult intervention and help. The problem may be too serious for the student to solve alone. Without intervention, the problem will not go away. Bullies will keep on bullying unless adults provide them with anti-bullying strategies.
REPORT CARDS
All students will receive a report on their progress three times during the year: November, March and June. Marks are indicated as a letter grade or percentage and are accompanied by comments. Parents are invited to contact the school any time they have concerns.
PROMOTION & RETENTION
Promotion at the elementary level is determined by the homeroom teacher in consultation with the Principal and parents in accordance with the Division policy governing promotion and retention. Promotion at the junior high is determined by a committee made up of teachers involved in teaching the student in consultation with the Principal and the parents in accordance with Division policy governing promotion and retention.
Promotion is not automatic. Students must complete all aspects of the course and attend regularly before promotion will be considered.
MIDDLE YEARS SECTION
What is Middle Years?
Middle Years is the time between Grade 7 and 9. It is a time of change in thinking skills, physical characteristics and emotional states. Our programs change dramatically over these years to reflect those changes. It is also a period of socialization, which will help you answer some of your most important questions: Who am I? What can I do? What should I do? Where am I going? Where do I fit in?
CURRICULUM
GRADE 7 GRADE 8 GRADE 9
Language Arts Language Arts Language Arts
Math Math Math
Science Science Science
Social Studies Social Studies Social Studies
Health Health Health
Arts Ed. Arts Ed. Arts Ed.
Phys. Ed Phys. Ed Phys. Ed
Comp Lit Comp Lit Comp Lit
I.A./H. Ec. I.A./H.Ec.
***Note H.Ec. and I.A. are in Lashburn, Day 3 period 2, 3 & 4***
TIMETABLE
Marshall School operates on a 6-day timetable, with each day divided into 7 periods (40 minutes). There is a 15 minute recess for K- Gr. 9 students in the morning and afternoon. Unlike Kindergarten to Grade 6 students, Grade 7-9 students are allowed to stay inside during these breaks, provided they do so in a responsible manner, understanding that if they fail to do so they shall lose such breaks and/or school privileges. Kindergarten to Grade 6 students are expected to go outside during these breaks unless a note has been sent to the classroom teacher stating otherwise.
Students are to govern their time accordingly. Tardiness is not accepted. Those students late for class will be required to make up the time after school.
GRADING SYSTEM
The format used to determine student evaluation should be determined at the beginning of each school year.
TERM I Ending of November
TERM II Middle of March
TERM III Ending of June
LATE ASSIGNMENTS
This year late assignments will no be accepted! When a teacher sets a due date the expectation is that the work will be completed on time. Students will receive a zero for the late assignment but must still complete the work in order to write final exams.
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES AND STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
It is understood that the Principal/Coach has the right to withdraw an individual form extra-curricular activities and/or organization due to failure to meet academic criteria, and/or irresponsible behaviour. Students must maintain a passing average to be eligible for any activities apart from regular studies.
STUDENT CLUBS / ORGANIZATIONS
1. Student Representative Council (SRC)
The purpose of the SRC is to provide activities, which actively promote good citizenship and community involvement. At the same time, the SRC is involved in organizing social events for the school, which provide special times for students and staff to get together and have fun.
SRC membership is open to all Grade 6, 7, 8 and 9 students, by nomination and election. The students will elect a council of twelve and the Principal will appoint three individuals.
2. Newspaper
The school newspaper will be published every month. Open to students in Grade 6-9
3. Junior Drama Club
Open to students in Grades 4-6
4. Recycle Club
Open to students in Grades 4-6
5. House Leagues
Noon hour activities will be provided for all Grades 6-9 students. House League details will be provided during the second week of school.
6. Yearbook
Marshall School Yearbook is printed in school. A cost of $10.00 per book is collected in the spring, and each student receives a Yearbook in the fall of the next school year. The purchase of Yearbooks is optional.
Yearbook Staff Membership is open to all Grade 7, 8 and 9 students, by application. A staff of three to five students will be appointed by the Staff Supervisor, with all grades represented.
7. Library Helpers
Student help is requested to assist the librarian who maintains our Library. Early in the school year, opportunity will be given to apply for membership in the student helper group.
8. Office Ambassadors
This program is open to students in Grades 7 – 9. The students picked will answer the phones during lunch hour and perform several minor office duties.
SPORTS TEAMS
In the past years, Marshall School has had several sport team activities to offer students. These are determined annually, based on student response, coach availability and transportation. Student surveys will be conducted by the end of the second week of school, and organizational meeting will take place as each sport comes in season. All team sports are for grades 6-9 unless noted otherwise.
AWARDS
A variety are presented in June each year at an Awards evening. The following is an outline of awards currently available.
STUDENT AWARDS PROGRAM
Have a Positive Year!