Harold L. Woods Elementary Parent/Student Handbook 2023-2024 Address:
700 Teague Avenue Clovis, CA 93619
Office: (559) 327-8800

FAX: (559) 327-8890

Website: https://woods.cusd.com/home.aspx

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WoodsElem/

Cecelia Dansby, Principal ceceliadansby@cusd.com

Greg Raymer, Guidance Instructional Specialist gregraymer@cusd.com

Woods Elementary Parent/Student Handbook

Table of Contents

School Calendar & Bell Schedule	Page 4 •	Clovis Unified Student Calendar
•	Bell Schedule

Message from the Principal	Page 6

Communication	Page 6

Attendance & Programs	Page 7 •	Arrival Time at School
•     Campus Club •     School Meals
•	Attendance Policy •	Tardies
•	Independent Study •	Leaving the Country
•	Withdrawal from School
•	Release of Students during School Hours
•	Student Emergency Procedure Information

Academics & Co-curricular Activities	Page 8 •	Supplies & Textbooks
•	Grading Policy •	Failing Work
•	Homework Policy
•	Homework Planner
•	Homework Request for Absent Student •	Physical Education
•	PE Excuses & Team Participation

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Student Conduct, Dress Code & Safety	Page 10 •	Student Behavior Expectations
•	Student Discipline
•	Bicycles, Golf Carts, Skateboards, Scooters •	Bus Conduct & Regulations
•	Phone Use •	Dress Code
•	Items Not Allowed at School •	Emergency Plan
•	Safety Concerns
•	Air Quality Precautions •	Daily Dismissal
•	Parking Lot Safety

Parent Involvement & Additional Information	Page 15 •	Parent Involvement
•	Visitor & Volunteer Check-In
•	The Woods Parent/Teacher Club •	School Parties & Birthday Treats •	Lost & Found
•	More Information

Nursing Services	Page 17 •	Medications

CUSD Categorical Funding Program Information	Page 19

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Woods Elementary Bell Schedule

AM Regular Schedule
	7:40-11:10
	
AM Early Release
	7:40-10:25

PM Regular Schedule
	11:15-2:45
	
PM Early Release
	10:30-1:15

Regular Schedule
	
7:50
	First Bell
	
7:55
	Tardy Bell
	
10:00-10:15
	1-3 Recess
	
10:20-10:35
	4-6 Recess
	
11:10-12:05
	1/2 Lunch
	
11:40-12:35
	3/4 Lunch
	
12:10-1:05
	5/6 Lunch
	
2:45
	Dismissal

Early Release
	
7:50
	First Bell
	
7:55
	Tardy Bell
	
10:00-10:15
	1-3 Recess
	
10:20-10:35
	4-6 Recess
	
11:10-12:05
	1/2 Lunch
	
11:40-12:35
	3/4 Lunch
	
12:10-1:05
	5/6 Lunch
	
1:15
	Dismissal

Rainy Day
	
7:50
	First Bell
	
7:55
	Tardy Bell
	
10:00-10:15
	1-3 Recess
	
10:20-10:35
	4-6 Recess
	
11:10-11:45
	1/2 Lunch
	
11:50-12:25
	3/4 Lunch
	
12:30-1:05
	5/6 Lunch
	
2:45
	Dismissal

Kindergarten/Transitional Kindergarten

First – Sixth

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Message from the Principal

On behalf of our faculty and staff, welcome to Woods Elementary, home of the mighty Wolverines! I am honored to be a part of such an amazing school community where we are all dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of our children. We truly believe that together we can help every child become a successful learner. Our team is committed to building a partnership with our families and community members to bring about the best educational experience possible for all students.

Living by the beliefs of the founding superintendent, Floyd B. Buchanan, Woods offers programs that will help children become the best they can be in mind, body and spirit. Our staff and students are committed to living our Wolverine G.R.O.W.L. each day. Everyone is committed to Giving their best effort, showing Respect for All, demonstrating Outstanding Character, displaying Wolverine Pride, and Leading by example. We offer a rigorous, standards based educational program that challenges and supports every student to believe in themselves and reach their fullest potential. As we work to build reflective, life-long learners, we recognize the importance of connecting our students to school by engaging them in strong co-curricular programs. Whether it is athletics, music, robotics, drama, or other activities, we have something for everyone. Our hope is that you utilize this website to appreciate all that Woods has to offer. We look forward to having an amazing school year.

Communication

Home/School Communication is valued and encouraged at Woods Elementary. Our Administration Office is open on all school days from 7:15 AM to 4:00 PM. We invite you to stay connected to important information and school events by utilizing the following communication resources. On occasion, you may receive a text or e-mail “notification from Clovis USD”. The texts/e-mails are sent as updates and reminders to our families. Woods Elementary will no longer use the Remind App/Messaging System to communicate with families.

•	Clovis Unified School District App - https://www.cusd.com/CUSDApp.aspx •	Parent Connect - https://qweb.clovisusd.k12.ca.us/ParentPortal
•	Woods Elementary Website - https://woods.cusd.com/home.aspx
•	Woods Elementary Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/WoodsElem/
•	Woods Echo (Weekly Newsletter) - https://woods.cusd.com/SchoolCalendar.aspx •	PeachJar Announcements - https://app.peachjar.com/flyers/all/schools/52874
•	E-Mail Directory - https://woods.cusd.com/OurStaff.aspx •	Important Phone Numbers
o Woods Elementary – (559) 327-8800 o FAX – (559) 327-8801
o Campus Club – Lower Grades (559) 327-8885/ Upper Grades (559) 327-8884 o Student Services – (559) 327-9200
o Transportation – (559) 327-9700

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Attendance & Programs

Arrival Time at School

Supervision is provided only during the school day, beginning at 7:30AM. Only students who are enrolled in Campus Club should be on campus before that time.

Campus Club

Before and after school childcare is available under the Campus Club program. Campus Club begins at 7:00 A.M. and ends at 6:00 P.M. The cost varies depending on the program session. For more information, please call (559) 327-8885 or (559) 327-8884.

School Meals

All students will eat for free this year. No applications are required. There will be at least one breakfast option and one lunch option each day. Menus can be viewed from our website or through the CUSD App. Kindergarteners can pick up a meal in the cafeteria if accompanied by a parent to supervise that meal service. This meal must be consumed on campus.

If you order lunch to be delivered to school for your student, you must ensure that it is fully paid for and labeled with your child’s name. Food may be ordered for your student only; students may not share food. Parents may not order multiple pizzas for delivery. The office is not responsible for any food deliveries. Please, check into the office before dropping off lunches in the cafeteria.

Attendance Policy
Regular school attendance is important to your child’s progress. Perfect Attendance will be defined as a student with no absences or unexcused tardies. All absences must be cleared within 5 days of the absence. To report an absence, parents/guardians should call the school office, send a note when your child returns to school stating the reason for the absence, or utilize the online absence form on the Woods Elementary website. Absences not cleared, are considered truancies. If absences become a chronic issue, we are obligated by California Education Code 48200 to refer the matter to the site Student Attendance Review Board (SARB). Students on independent study are not eligible for perfect attendance. Pursuant to California Education Code 48200, students shall attend the full school day. Each parent or guardian is responsible for sending the student to school for the entire day.

Tardies

Students that arrive at school after 7:55 AM, must first report to the office and obtain a tardy slip to give to the classroom teacher. If your child is late due to a doctor's appointment, please submit a note from the doctor to the administration office.

Independent Study

If a student is going to be absent from school for three or more consecutive days (other than illness or quarantine), the student should be placed on an Independent Study Contract. This contract is to be signed by the student and parents prior to leaving school. Students will receive their independent

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study assignments the school day prior to the start of the Independent Study Contract. All assignments are to be written on the contract and handed in completed once the student returns. Please, contact the administration office at least five days in advance of the days your child will be absent. This will allow time for the teacher and staff to prepare the contract and work for the student to be successful. Students who do not complete the Independent Study Contract will have their grades affected accordingly. Parents must request the Independent Study Contract at least one week or longer before the student will be absent from school. The total number of Independent Study days may not exceed 15 in one school year.

Leaving the Country

If a student should leave the country for more than two weeks, they will be dropped from our enrollment and upon their return will be reinstated back to Woods on a space-available basis. There are no guarantees for placement back into the class from which the child left. If no space is available at Woods, the child will be sent to the closest school with space available.

Withdrawal from School

If you should decide to move from the District or to another school attendance area within the District, please notify the administration office that you are withdrawing your child. Not only does this help us with our record-keeping, but it also allows us to give you the information you will need to enroll your child at their new school.

Release of Students during School Hours

When picking up students during school hours, all parents/guardians must sign their children out in the administration office. Parents/Guardians may not pick up their child(ren) from the classroom. Students will be called out of class when you arrive. Students will not be called out early to wait for you. Children will only be released to adults indicated as having parental/guardian permission in Parent Connect. Parents/Guardians with court ordered custody must provide a copy of current court orders to the office to avoid confusion or conflict. No child may leave the school grounds unless the administration office has granted approval.

Student Emergency Procedure Information

It is extremely important that each student have accurate and current emergency information on file in case of injury or sudden illness. If your child has a known allergy or other medical condition, please note this on the online Annual Information Update and notify the school nurse. Any change of address, phone number, or medical condition must be updated on Parent Connect and be reported immediately to the administration office.

Academics & Co-curricular Activities

Supplies & Textbooks

All essential student supplies are provided at school. However, teachers will suggest a few items that are helpful and may be an added convenience to the student but are never mandatory. Students are responsible for the care of textbooks and other non-consumable items issued to
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them. Any lost, missing or stolen textbooks are the responsibility of each student. Parents will be charged the full replacement cost for any textbook not returned at year’s end.

Grading Policy
Students in grades 2nd – 6th are graded on the following scale:

A = 90-100% (Outstanding work) B = 80-89% (Above average work) C = 70-79% (Average work)
D = 60-69% (Below average work)

Effort
O = Outstanding S = Satisfactory
N = Needs to Improve

Students in kindergarten and 1st grade will also receive a district-wide designed report card based upon standards and key assessments. More information about grading procedures will be shared at Back to School Night and reviewed at Parent Teacher Conferences.

Failing Work

In addition, it is Clovis Unified School District’s policy that parents/guardians will be notified whenever students are in danger of failing classes. A Progress Report will be prepared for each student during the sixth week of each quarter and sent home for the parent to sign and return to school.

Homework Policy

Woods regards homework as an integral part of a student’s education. The purpose of homework is for the completion of an assignment from class and/or practice of skills and concepts that have already been taught. Homework for Kindergarten through 3rd grade should range from approximately 10 to 30 minutes per night. Homework for 4th through 6th grade should range from approximately 40 to 60 minutes per night. If your child is spending considerably more or less time on their homework, please feel free to contact your child’s teacher.

Homework Planner

Planners are given to each student in Grades 3rd - 6th on the first day of school. Students are expected to have their planners daily.

Homework Request for Absent Student

If your child is absent from school and you wish to request their homework, please e-mail your child’s teacher before 9:30 AM. This will give the teacher time to gather materials and send the

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homework to the office for pick up after 3:00 PM. Teachers are not required to provide homework for unexcused absences.

Physical Education

According to Education Code section 51210(a)(7), the District is required to provide, in the elementary setting, no less than 200 minutes every 10 school days, exclusive of recesses and the lunch period, physical education. Any complaints related to the failure of the District to adhere to this requirement may be filed under the District Uniform Complaint Procedures, Board Policy No. 9208.

PE Excuses and Team Participation

A child will not be allowed to participate in any after-school sports programs or intramurals if they are not participating in PE due to a PE excuse. Additionally, a student must be present in school to participate in same day practices, games, or any co-curricular activity on or off campus.

Student Conduct, Dress Code & Safety

Student Behavior Expectations

Maintaining student conduct is necessary to achieving our goals of providing a safe school environment and fostering student success. Woods follows a philosophy that we are all responsible for our decisions and behavior. Our staff and students are committed to living our Wolverine G.R.O.W.L. each day. Everyone is committed to Giving their best effort, showing Respect for All, demonstrating Outstanding Character, displaying Wolverine Pride, and Leading by example. In addition, our students know that Character Counts! We recognize and apply the traits learned from the six pillars of character: Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, Citizenship. The development of students to be good and productive citizens in society is part of the school’s mission. Students are held accountable for their actions and decisions. A commitment to absolute non-violence is enforced at Woods. The Clovis Unified School District has a Zero Tolerance Policy, Board Policy No. 5144.10, which is supported by our school. Students are expected to treat each other with respect, in a kind, courteous and considerate manner. Verbal and physical abuse are not acceptable.

Student Discipline

When student decisions result in misbehavior, the classroom teacher, GIS or Principal will take specific steps to help the student find acceptable ways to improve their behavior. The steps may include: verbal warning, counseling, parent contact, or parent conference. Certain infractions may result in loss of recess, opportunity room, loss of co-curricular privileges, alternative placement or suspension. Please, see CUSD Board Policy No. 5131 and 5144 for more details.

Bicycles, Golf Carts, Skateboards, Scooters

Students are to obey all traffic laws when riding bicycles to and from school. Helmets must be worn. Students are to remove their skates, walk their bikes, scooters and skateboards while on school grounds. Riding any type of vehicle, including golf carts, on campus is strictly prohibited.
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Racks are provided for parking bicycles. The school is not responsible for loss or damage to personal items.

Bus Conduct and Regulations

The following bus passenger guidelines are presented in order that each student who rides the bus will arrive safely, on time, and in the proper frame of mind to learn and participate in activities. Board Policy requires passengers to follow instructions of the bus driver. All school and CUSD regulations apply while students are aboard the bus (school or charter bus).

Bus Rules of Conduct:

1. Fighting is prohibited (physical contact or verbal altercation).
2. Threatening behavior and/or harassment of any kind is prohibited.
3. Weapons, smoking, laser pens, drugs, and alcohol are forbidden on or near a school bus. 4. Cross the street in front of the bus and only under the supervision of your bus driver.
5. Follow the instructions of your bus driver at all times.
6. Students are to remain seated and facing the front while the bus is in motion. If the bus is so equipped, students SHALL appropriately utilize seat belts at all times.
7. Keep your arms and head inside the bus at all times.
8. Profanity, indecent language, and obscene gestures are prohibited.
9. Any property defaced or destroyed on the school bus will be paid for by the student and/or their parent/guardian.
10. Eating, drinking, and chewing gum are prohibited.
11. Spitting or throwing objects on the bus or out the window is prohibited. 12. Loud or boisterous noises, singing or whistling will not be permitted.
13. Glass objects, inflated balloons, cleats, radios, tape recorders, roller blades, and skateboards will not be permitted.
14. Animals or insects (dead or alive) are not allowed on the bus.

It is a privilege to ride the school bus and appropriate behavior is expected at all times. When a student violates a District bus regulation, the bus driver will report the incident to the Principal or GIS. The student and parent will be notified as a warning. If a student receives a citation, they may be suspended from riding the bus for a specified period of time.

Phone Use

Students are allowed to use the telephone in their classrooms only in the event the teacher directs them to do so. Phone calls from parents will not be put through to students. In the event of a family emergency, please contact the administration office for assistance. Students must have their cell phones turned off and concealed during the instructional day, including recesses and lunch. Woods and Clovis Unified School District are not responsible for any cell phone brought to school by a student that may be damaged, lost, or stolen.

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Dress Code

Please refer to Board Policy No. 5132 Student Services Rights and Responsibilities Dress & Grooming for more detailed information.

1. Articles of clothing which display gang symbols, profanity or products or slogans which promote tobacco, alcohol, drugs or sex; materially interfere with schoolwork; or create disorder or disrupt the educational process are not allowed.

2. Any clothing or apparel that a student or group of students wear to identify themselves for the purpose of harassing, threatening, or intimidating others will not be allowed.

3. Extreme fashion that draws undue attention to the student will not be allowed. This includes any clothing and extreme make-up that disrupts the learning environment.

4. Jackets and other apparel depicting professional sports teams shall not be worn. Jackets or other apparel depicting college or university teams are acceptable unless such team designations are associated with gangs or otherwise conflict with the standards for acceptable apparel.

5. Underwear-type sleeveless shirts, athletic tank tops, beach wear, swim wear, halter-tops, tube tops, spaghetti straps, bare midriffs or chests, see-through or fishnet outfits, or off the shoulder and low-cut tops are not appropriate or acceptable. Clothing that exposes bare midriffs or cleavage is prohibited at any time during school or school-sponsored activities or events. Shoulder straps on tops and other clothing must be a minimum of two inches (2”) wide.

6. Dresses and skirts are to be worn no shorter than five inches (5”) above the top of the kneecap, but no shorter than mid-thigh.

7. Shorts are to have an inseam of at least five inches (5”). Shorts are to be stitched evenly around, and if frayed, must be stitched to avoid further fraying. Holes revealing skin or undergarments
are not allowed. Spandex or Lycra shorts are not permissible. Shorts worn during physical education may not be worn during regular class time at secondary sites.

8. Straps on shoes and clothing must be fastened at all times.

9. Leggings and jeggings are permitted but cannot be see-through or have mesh or ruching above the knee. Tops worn with leggings and jeggings must not expose bare midriffs at any time during school or school-sponsored activities or events.

10. Shoes must be worn by all students. No hard-toed or steel-toed shoes/boots will be allowed. No high top, laced up, combat, or military style boots will be allowed. Shoes or sandals without heel straps that do not present a safety concern may be worn by students in grades 7 through 12, except during physical education classes, recess, while participating in school-related athletic competitions, events or activities, or while participating in other activities where safety

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is a concern. Backless shoes commonly known as “flip-flops,” “beach shoes,” “soccer sandals,” “zories,” and/or thongs are inappropriate and will not be allowed. See Exhibit No. 5132(2).

11. For safety reasons, students in grades pre-school through 6 are not allowed to wear flip-flops, shoes, or sandals without a heel strap. See Exhibit No. 5132(2).

12. No slippers will be allowed.

13. Excessively baggy pants are not allowed. Pants cannot exceed five inches (5”) when measured out from the kneecap of the straightened leg. Pants must fit and be worn at the natural waist.
The bottom of the pant leg may not drag on the ground. Pant hems must not be stapled or pinned.

14. Sleepwear is not permissible.

15. Oversized shirts that present a safety concern or reflect gang style are not acceptable.

16. If hats (including visors) are worn, students are only permitted to wear their specific school or high school area related hats. All hats must be worn facing forward at all times. All other hats
are unacceptable. Hats and/or caps and/or sunglasses must be removed in the classrooms or offices. Specific clothing and hats determined by the District or school site to be gang-related or inappropriate apparel are not acceptable. Articles of sun-protective clothing, including, but
not limited to, hats and sunglasses, may be used outdoors. Subject to these provisions, sun protective clothing, headwear, other than caps or hats, will not be allowed at school. School
sites may add other restrictions on the type of hats to be worn.

17. Frayed clothing is permissible so long as frays are stitched to prohibit further fraying.

18. Distressing is allowable. Holes on clothing must be patched from behind so that undergarments or bare skin are not exposed.

19. Clothes shall be worn as intended and be sufficient to conceal undergarments, which shall be worn and covered at all times.

20. Clothing, jewelry, and personal items shall be free of writing, pictures, or any other insignia which are crude, vulgar, profane, or sexually suggestive; shall not bear drug, alcohol, or tobacco company advertising, promotions, or likenesses; shall not promote violence, illegal activity, or relate to gang affiliation or activity; and shall not advocate discrimination or harassment of race, religion, or sexual orientation.

21. Pro logos on school materials of any kind are not acceptable (binders, folders, backpacks, pens, pencils).

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Items Not Allowed at School

Students are not allowed to bring live animals, gum, toys, electronic games, or music players to school. A teacher or administrator may remove such items from students and hold them for the parent to pick up. Any student apprehended with any type of gun or weapon on school grounds or at school sponsored functions will be recommended for expulsion. Please see Board Policy No. 5144 and 5144.10.

Emergency Plan

Woods has a written plan of action that outlines specific courses of action in the event that student safety is threatened. If a crisis situation exists, this document informs and mandates procedures that immediately provide consistent responses from school employees. Throughout the year planned drills are conducted to ensure appropriate reactions from students and school employees.

Safety Concerns

Please notify the office staff or administration if you have any on-site or off-site safety concern that may impact the well-being of our students. Please, remind your child(ren) to follow all safety rules, including using the crosswalk as the only area to cross the street.

Air Quality Precautions

CUSD has established Board Policy No. 3514 to lessen and prevent unhealthful consequences from polluted air conditions and to respond to mandates issued by the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District. Allowances will be made for any student experiencing health problems whenever the AQI reaches unhealthy for sensitive groups range (above 101). There will be mandatory restrictions of physical activities in school or at school-sponsored activities during episodes of poor air quality or Health Advisory episodes.

Daily Dismissal

All students should go home immediately at the end of the school day or be picked up within 10 minutes of school dismissal unless they are involved in an after school activity or are enrolled in Campus Club. Due to Woods Elementary having interior hallways, we ask that parents/guardians meet their children outside of the classroom buildings. Any students not in a co-curricular activity must be picked up after school and may not wait for another sibling who is in a co-curricular activity, as the student will not be supervised.

Parking Lot Safety

Parents/Guardians who drop-off or pick-up students at school may park within the school parking lots on Clovis and Teague Avenues. If you choose to park across from Woods on Clovis or Teague Avenues, all children and adults must cross streets using the crosswalk at the Clovis and Teague Intersection. Parents/Guardians may choose to remain in their vehicle and wait for students in the Passenger Loading Zones of the Clovis and Teague Parking Lots. Please, keep our students safe and be respectful of others by pulling your vehicle all the way forward in the loading zone. Please, refrain from blocking all Handicap stalls.

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Parent Involvement & Additional Information

Parent Involvement

Parent involvement is highly encouraged and valued at Woods. Parents are invited to participate in the following: School Site Council (SSC), English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC), School Assessment Review Team (SART), Intercultural & Diversity Advisory Council (IDAC), and the Parent Teacher Club (PTC). In addition, parents are welcome to complete the volunteer application process and be of assistance within the classroom, library, etc.

Visitor & Volunteer Check In

Parents are encouraged to stay involved with their child’s education. Volunteers are needed in the classroom to help the teacher. If you are interested, please talk with your child’s teacher regarding how you can volunteer. All volunteers must conform to CUSD guidelines by submitting a volunteer application and photo ID to the administration office each year. TB assessments must be provided every four years. Volunteers should dress appropriately as to not detract from the educational process. Please do not bring small children with you when you volunteer. Volunteers may not use or enter student restrooms. Prior arrangements must be made with the teacher to work in or visit the classroom. All visitors without a badge will be directed to the administration office. Teachers will not conference with parents during class time. If parents wish to eat lunch on campus with their child, the office staff will find an alternate dining location. Visitors must be listed on the Student Release Authorization Form to have lunch with students in an alternate location.

Woods Elementary is taking a step to strengthen our campus safety program for students and faculty by utilizing a visitor management system. The Raptor Visitor Management System will allow us to screen visitors and volunteers in our schools to promote security on our campus and will require a simple change in our check-in processes when you visit campus.

•	Visitors will continue to be required to check in at the school’s front office.
•	Visitors will be asked to present an ID such as a Driver’s License to be entered into the visitor management system. If a visitor does not carry a US government-issued ID, any form of photo ID can be used.
•	Raptor will check the visitor’s name and date of birth for comparison with a number of national databases to identify anyone registered on the national database of registered sex offenders. No other data from the ID is gathered or recorded and the information is not shared with any outside agency. Once entry is approved, Raptor will issue a badge that identifies the visitor, the date, and the purpose of the visit.
•	A visitor’s badge will not be necessary for those who visit our schools simply to drop off an item in the office or pick up paperwork.
•	Visitors attending sporting events or school-wide events such as Open House or Back to School Night will not be required to check in using the Raptor system.

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Our check in procedure will support our visitor management expectations outlined in Board Policies numbered 3515.5-Notification of Registered Sex Offenders, 1250 – School Visitors, and 1240 – Volunteer Assistance.

The safety of our students is our highest priority and the Raptor Visitor Management System allows us to quickly identify those who may present a danger to our students. Thank you in advance for your understanding and your support in enhancing the school safety protocols in our district.

The Woods Parent Teacher Club (PTC)

The Woods Elementary Parent/Teacher Club is an organization open to all parents and staff. Every parent is encouraged to join and support the school and its functions. A close feeling of partnership prevails between the school and the families it serves, which relates directly to the enthusiasm and accomplishments of the children that attend Woods. The Parent/Teacher Club, with its many activities, is an integral part of the total school program. For more information on the Woods PTC, please visit the Parent Teacher Club page on the Woods Elementary website at https://woodsptc.membershiptoolkit.com/.

School Parties and Birthday Treats

Room parents plan class parties scheduled during the year. Room parents coordinate with the teacher for these events, which generally are scheduled at the end of the day. Please, contact classroom teacher regarding their birthday policy. If a teacher allows a small treat for birthdays, we ask that they be served during the morning recess, or at the end of the school day so that instructional time will be uninterrupted. Please, do not deliver treats to the classroom. Be mindful of food allergies when selecting class treats. All food items must be store bought with an attached ingredients label. We also ask that no balloons or gift deliveries be sent to the school. Please do not distribute invitations to private parties at school.

Lost & Found

If your child has lost an item at school, please check the Lost and Found:
Lost and found is located outside of the MPR. You or your child can stop by before or after school to look for lost items. The school is not responsible for lost or damaged personal items.

More Information

Information regarding the rights and responsibilities of all CUSD parents and students is available on the District’s Web site at https://www.cusd.com/StudentRightsResponsibilities.aspx. If you do not have Internet access and would like a copy of the CUSD Student and Parent Rights and Responsibilities Handbook, please contact the administration office. Hard copies of the handbook will be made available to parents upon request.

The remaining pages of this handbook include helpful information from our health office and details about the CUSD Categorical Funding Program.

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