Student Handbook

Grenada
Elementary School
Home of the Wildcats!

Student/Parent Handbook
516 Shasta Blvd
P.O. Box 10
Grenada, CA 96038
530-436-2233
www.grenada.k12.ca.us
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WELCOME …………………………………………………………………………………..….…….2
GRENADA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT PERSONNEL…………………………..……….3
GRENADA PARENT COMPACT…………………………………………………………….…….…..4
SCHOOL CALENDAR……………………………………………………………………….……….….5
GES BELL SCHEDULE…………………………………………………………………….……….…..6
STUDENT ADMISSION AND ATTENDANCE POLICIES…………………………………..………7
Ages of attendance, Admission, Attendance Procedures, Absences, Perfect Attendance,
Arrival and Departure, Tardiness, Truancy, Emergencies, Withdrawal from School
STUDENT SERVICES……………………………………………………………………….….….…..9
Teacher Qualifications (NCLB), Title 1, Title VI Fund, Hearing and Vision Screening,
Scoliosis Screening, Resource Specialist Program, Services to Handicapped Students,
Special Education Program, Speech and Language, Gifted and Talented Education
(GATE), Testing, Primary Intervention Specialist, Student Medical Insurance, Other
Health Services
SCHOOL ORGANIZATIONS ……………………………………………………….…….….….…..11
School Board of Trustees, School Administration, Student Council, School Site Council,
Sports Foundation, Parent Teacher Organization
TRANSPORTATION…………………………………………………………………….……….……12
Bus Schedule Bus Delays, Minimum Day Schedules, Motorcycles/Bicycles/Skateboards,
Parents Transporting Students, Private Vehicle Requirements, Bus Rules,
Consequences for Bus Misconduct
HEALTH INFORMATION……………………………………………………………………………..15
Communicable Diseases, First Aid and Illness During School Hours, Head Lice,
Medication, Medical Alert Information: Participation in Physical Education/Athletic
Program
CURRICULUM……………………………………………………………………………..………….17
Appropriate Student Placement: Promotion/Acceleration/Retention, Specific Criteria for
Promotion Standards, Specific Criteria for Retention/Who should be retained, English
Learners, Appeal Process, Acceleration, Graduation Standards, Homework, Parent
Conferences, Report Cards, Special Academic Assistance
STUDENT RECOGNITION…………………………………………………………………………..22
Positive Behavior Rewards, Honor Roll, Honor Roll Trip , Field Trips
EXTRACURRICULAR AND CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES……………………………………23
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES………………………………………………………………… ............. 24
School Supplies/Binder & Folders, Textbooks, Breakfast and Lunch Program, Child
Abuse, Friday Minimum Day Program, Lost and Found, Fire Drills and Civil Defense
Plans, Problem Solving/Complaint Procedures, No Dogs or Other Animals Allowed
Telephone Use/Messages, Closed Campus, Open Door Policy, School Visitors ,Pupil
Records, Party Invitations, Students in the School Office, Alcohol and Other Drugs
Policy Statement, Tobacco-Free Schools, Dress Standards, Sexual Harassment,
Personal Possessions, Human Relations,
CODE OF CONDUCT: STANDARDS OF STUDENT BEHAVIOR,…………………….……….30
UNIFORM COMPLAINT PROCEDURE BP 1312.3………………………………………………33
GRENADA COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL…………………………………………………..……..41
Mission, Community Day Schedule, Total Instructional Minutes
Dear Parents and Students:
Welcome to Grenada Elementary School where our school-wide philosophy is, “Brave
enough to be kind.” We are very happy that you are part of our school, and we look
forward to a very productive relationship. By actively working together, we have an
excellent opportunity to bring about our mutual goal---a high quality of education for all
students.
Grenada Elementary has high expectations for all of its students and staff. Our students
are very important to us, and we will attempt to provide the best educational
opportunities possible for them. This means, along with strong academics, extra
emphasis will be placed on the need for students to develop positive and appropriate
attitudes and behaviors as they grow from childhood to adolescence. Our commitment
as a staff is to have enthusiastic teachers and staff members who are caring and
sensitive to the needs of each child.
This handbook is our main source of information and a means of communicating

between home and school. There are many policies, regulations, and services
discussed in these pages. Please read the information contained in the handbook, and
keep it readily available throughout the year as a reference guide.
We have tried to anticipate some of your questions and address them in some detail.
We are always available to clarify any school matter. For special concerns or to meet
with me personally, call the office and schedule an appointment.
Close cooperation between the home and school is essential to promote the best
interests of your student. Parents are encouraged not only to visit the school, but to take
advantage of our many volunteer opportunities. Please plan on attending any
scheduled meetings with your child’s teacher(s); mutual benefits occur when there is a
meaningful exchange of information between home and school.
We are looking forward to a great year and hope you are too! We are glad you’re here!
Thank you for being our partner in your child’s education.
Sincerely,
GingerLee Charles
Principal/ Superintendent
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GRENADA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT
PERSONNEL
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Kevin Gardner, President
Peggy Einsele, Clerk
Jean Wood
SUPERINTENDENT/ PRINCIPAL
GingerLee Charles
DISTRICT SECRETARY
Shannon Cash
SCHOOL SECRETARY
Wendy Leach
TEACHERS MAINTENANCE/BUS DRIVER

Jessica Wallace Transitional Kindergarten Gary Alford
Kara Irvin Kindergarten Mark Gould
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Teresa Bennett 1 Grade
Annie Baker 2nd Grade
Cynthia Murphy 3rd Grade
Chris Parsons 4th Grade
Naomi Corbin 5th Grade
Jonathan Burt 6th Grade FOOD SERVICES
Monique Offord 7th Grade Keri Hazelton
Debbi Lara 8th Grade Karol Mercier
Vacant Intervention/CDS SAFE AFTER SCHOOL
Amy Evans Resource Teacher Katie Alford – Coordinator
Cicily Girdner PE/Science Teacher Maria Berry – Asst. Coordinator
TECHNOLOGY
INSTRUCTIONAL AIDES Jon Burt
Sabrina Ellin
Heather Embury SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Jessica Stacey Shannon Currie
Nikita McClaflin
Rachel Crow
Amy Chapman
Alyssa Merrill
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GRENADA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
RESPECT FOR SELF AND OTHERS!
BRAVE ENOUGH TO BE KIND
VISION "Our vision is to provide all students with an education which will maximize
their highest potential as lifelong learners and positive contributors in our community.”
MISSION "Our mission is to provide a thinking-based curriculum which addresses needs

and abilities of all students with parental and community involvement in a safe and caring
environment.”
OUR BELIEFS We believe all students can learn. All students need to be actively
engaged. Children learn through different modalities. Students are teachers too.
Students value and appreciate diversity. Students learn more when we accentuate the
positive. Students learn more effectively when higher expectations are present.
Students should be given an opportunity to work at their "highest" individual levels.
Students appreciate the value of education. Students can develop a sense of
responsibility. All members of our community share responsibility in the education of
our students.
All stakeholders of GESD, in collaboration with parents, and community members will
strive to do the following:
Provide children with a supportive, caring environment, one, which develops self-esteem,
self-motivation, respect and a sense of responsibility. GESD is a bully free zone.
Provide every opportunity for maximum student achievement. We will recognize and
stimulate special talents in all students. The educational environment and the teaching
strategies will be designed to meet the goals and objectives of The California State
Standards.
Provide a learning environment in which boys and girls learn to read. They will develop
meaning and skill with our number system. Students will develop competency in oral and
written expressions and behave as responsible, knowledgeable citizens who respect
people of all origins, cultures and beliefs.
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Grenada Elementary School Compact
“RESPECT FOR SELF AND OTHERS..
BRAVE ENOUGH TO BE KIND.”
The GESD Governing Board recognizes that parents/guardians of GESD students have
certain rights as well as responsibilities related to the education of their children. (BP
5020) This compact outlines how parents, the entire school staff, and students will share
responsibility for improved student academic achievement and the means by which the
school and parents will build a partnership to help students achieve state standards.
The Teacher’s Pledge: I understand the importance of the school experience to every student
and my role as a teacher and role model. Therefore, I agree to carry out the following
responsibilities to the best of my ability:
• I will teach all the necessary concepts in alignment with district and state standards to
your child before assigning those concepts for homework.
• I will strive to be aware of and meet the individual needs of your child.
• I will maintain open, two way communication throughout the school year with frequent
reports to parents regarding their child’s progress.
• I will communicate with you regarding your child’s academic and social progress, including
but not limited to, annual parent-teacher conferences, where this compact will be
discussed.
• I will be available during school hours and after hours by appointment in order to
facilitate communication.
• I will provide opportunities to volunteer and participate and observe in your child’s
classroom
• I will provide a positive and respectful atmosphere for learning.
Teacher’s Signature: Grade: Date:
The Student’s Pledge: I realize that MY education in important to ME. It helps me develop the
tools I needs to become a happy and productive citizen. I also understand that my parents and
teachers want to help me do my very best in school. I know I am the ONE person responsible
for my OWN success and that I must work hard to achieve this goal. Therefore, I agree to
carry out the following responsibilities to the best of my ability:
• I will return completed class work and homework on time.
• I will take all notices home to my parents in a timely fashion.
• I will arrive at school on time EVERY day ready to learn.
• I will be responsible for my own behavior and do my best at all times.
• I will respect the rights of ALL students, staff and community members.
Student’s Signature: Date:
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The Administrator’s Pledge: I understand the impact of a positive, nurturing, effective
learning climate at school that enables students to achieve the state’s academic achievement
standards. I will diligently work to provide exemplary instruction utilizing the latest in
educational strategies and methodologies. Therefore, I agree to carry out the following
responsibilities to the best of my ability:
• I will provide high-quality curriculum and instruction in a secure, supportive environment.
• I will provide instructional leadership by supporting students, parents and teachers.
• I will work with parents and staff to maintain open, two way communication throughout
the school year.
• I will reinforce the partnership between parents, students and staff in order to ensure
that we ALL support student achievement in a respectful manner.
The Administrator’s Signature: Date:
The Parent’s Pledge: I realize that my child’s early years are very important and I understand
that my active participation in my child’s education will help his/her achievement and attitude.
Therefore, I agree to carry out the following responsibilities to the best of my ability:
• I will see to it that my child arrives at school on time each and every day.
• I will provide a quiet place for my child to study.
• I will have my child complete ALL homework and check it nightly.
• I will make sure that my child gets an adequate night’s sleep.
• I will encourage my child to become involved with extra-curricular activities and limit
television viewing.
• I will have my child read a minimum of 15 minutes per day with me or independently.
• I will attend Back-to-School Night, Parent Conferences and Open House.
• I will participate in decisions related to my child’s education.
• I will maintain on-going two way open communication with all the staff at my child’s
school.
• I understand that volunteering at the school is of significant importance and will actively
pursue way s to become involved at my child’s school and in my child’s education.
• I will interact with all students and staff in a respectful manner.
Parent’s Signature: Date:
(Board Policy 1240 –Volunteer Assistance; 5020 Parents Rights and Responsibilities; 5113 Absences and Excuses; 6145
Extracurricular/Co curricular Activities; 6154 Homework/Makeup Work
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(INSERT CURRENT YEAR’S CALENDAR)
See calendar link on website
GES Bell Schedule
8:25 Warning Bell : Students should line up.
8:30 Tardy Bell: Students should be in seats in the classroom.
9:45 – 10:00 First Recess (grades 5th -8th)
10:00 – 10:20 Second Recess (grades K -4th)
11:45 – 12:05 First Lunch (K - 2nd)

12:05 – 12:25 First Lunch recess (40 min total)
12:15 - 12:25 Second Lunch (3rd – 5th)

12:25 – 12:55 Second Lunch recess (40 min total)
12:30 – 12:40 Third Lunch Recess (grades (6th – 8th)

12:40 – 1:10 Third Lunch (40 min total)
2:00 Kindergarten Dismissal

2:50- 2:50 Kinderfun Program
2:50 1st – 8th Dismissal (1:20 K-8 Minimum Day Dismissal Time)
2:50-6:00 SAFE After School Program (1:20 – 6:00 on Minimum Days)
Teachers will be available to students for 15 minutes before and after school, upon
request
Kindergarten: Total Instructional Minutes Per Year = 50,400
Total Instructional Minutes per day =290 minutes

144 Regular days of attendance = 4,1760 minutes
Total Minimum Day Minutes = 240 minutes
36 Minimum days of attendance = 8,640 minutes
Primary Grades 1st, 2nd, 3rd: Total Instructional Minutes Per Year = 53,280
Total Instructional Minutes per day = 310 minutes

144 Regular days of attendance = 44,640 minutes
36 Minimum days of attendance = 8,640 minutes
Intermediate Grades 4th – 8th: Total Instructional Minutes Per Year = 55,440
Total Instructional Minutes per Day = 325

144 days of regular attendance = 46,800 minutes
36 days of minimum attendance = 8,640 minutes
STUDENT ADMISSION AND ATTENDANCE POLICIES
Ages of Attendance
According to Education Code 12101-12501, every child between six and sixteen, unless exempt under
state law, is required to attend school for the full time the schools of the district are in session.
Admission
Students entering kindergarten must be five years old by December 2. A birth certificate and an up-to-
date immunization record are needed to register a child for school. No student will be admitted without
the proper immunization record. It is also helpful to have the child's social security number.
Attendance Procedures
The California State Legislature enacted attendance procedures for all schools in California. As of July
1, 1998, excused absences will no longer be used. The process for student attendance revolves
around “positive student attendance.” Excused absences were those due to illness, medical or dental
appointment, funeral, and jury duty or court appearance. The system does away with excused
absences as a means of generating funding for the district. The following is taken from the
education code:
§ E.C. 48260. Definition; legislative intent

(a) Any pupil subject to compulsory full-time education or to compulsory continuation education who
is absent from school without valid excuse three full days in one school year or tardy or absent for
more than 30-minute period during the school day without a valid excuse on three occasions in one
school year, or any combination thereof, is a truant and shall be reported to the attendance
supervisor or to the superintendent of the school district.
Absences
Attendance at school is essential for a student to be successful. Students cannot learn when they are
absent from class. State law requires that we continue to keep a report of student attendance records.
Every school absence must be accounted for. Parents are required to notify the school whenever a
student is absent. You may do this by:
1. Calling the school office before 9:00 a.m. on the day of the absence (436-2233).
2. Send a note to the school when the student returns. The note must be signed by the
parent and give the dates of absence and reason for the absence.
In order to encourage consistent attendance at school the Grenada Elementary School Governing
Board will allow up to five EXCUSED absences per quarter which are unverified by medical personnel
or other competent professional, or school administrator. After the fifth verified absence, each
succeeding absence may be required to be verified by medical personnel or other competent
professional, or the school’s administration. Excessive unverified absences and unexcused absences
will be addressed using the North Siskiyou County School Attendance Review Board’s (SARB)
process.
Perfect Attendance
Since school attendance is essential for a student to be successful, we would like to place a greater
emphasis on having perfect attendance. Therefore, students with perfect attendance will be recognized
at our monthly reward assemblies. In addition, each student who has perfect attendance for the entire
school year will receive a $20.00 gift card. Perfect attendance is defined as being present at school
each day school is in session without ever being tardy.
Arrival and Departure
Classes begin at 8:30 a.m. each day. Students are not to arrive at school before 7:45 a.m.
There is no yard supervision before that time. Students who are tardy for school must check in
at the school office before reporting to class.
Grenada is a "closed campus" for the protection of the children. Students who will be walking
home, or to an organized activity, at lunch time must have prior written permission on file in the
office. All other students will remain on campus unless signed-out by a parent/guardian.
Students are to go home after school and not return, unless they are seeking academic help
from a teacher, or are here for a team practice, or scheduled activity. We do not provide
supervision for children after 2:50 p.m.
Emergencies
In case of an emergency, a phone call home will be made. However, many times we cannot
reach parents. Therefore, IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU KEEP AN UP-TO-DATE
EMERGENCY NUMBER ON FILE IN THE SCHOOL OFFICE. PLEASE ADVISE THE
SCHOOL WHEN THIS CHANGES.
The person designated as your emergency contact should be someone who can reach the
school in a reasonable length of time. If you, or the person designated as your emergency
contact cannot be reached, our only recourse is to use our judgment in getting medical attention
for a sick or injured child.
Tardiness
Students must be prompt and regular in attendance if satisfactory work is to be accomplished.
Tardy students disrupt the classroom and interfere with everyone's learning. Being on time for
school teaches the importance of being prompt. Regularity and promptness are two important
characteristics of a successful life. When students are late to school they must report to the
office. A note signed by the parent or guardian is required before a tardy can be considered as
excused. Unexcused tardies will result in disciplinary action.
Tardies are excused for the following reasons:

1. Illness or injury or verified Medical or dental appointments
2. Attendance at funeral service for family member
3. Participation in religious instructions or observations
Truancy
Grenada Elementary School participates in the North Siskiyou County Student Attendance
Review Board (SARB). A student with three unexcused absences and/or unexcused tardies of
more than thirty minutes each will be classified as a truant. Parents will be notified when a
student is truant. Students with excessive unexcused tardies and/or absences will be referred
to the NORSIS SARB.
Withdrawal from School

If you are going to move out of the Grenada Elementary School District, please notify the
school. Each student must check out of his/her class and all school books, materials and other
school property must be returned to school. Student school records will be forwarded to the
new school upon request from the receiving school.
Inter-district Transfers
Inter-district Transfer/Reciprocal Agreement
An inter-district transfer/reciprocal agreement is when parents/guardians wish to

register/admit/enroll their student(s) at a school other than the designated school that is in their
attendance area outside of their district. For more information please refer to our website at
http://www.grenada.k12.ca.us/transfer.
California Education Code sections 46600-46601 (Outside Source) permits parents/guardians to

request an inter-district transfer/reciprocal agreement. The fundamental basis for this provision
is the signing of an agreement between districts. Inter-district transfer/reciprocal agreement
must be approved by both the student’s original district of residence and the district to which the
student seeks to transfer to. Both districts must approve the agreement before it becomes valid.
The agreement may extend for a maximum of five consecutive years and may include terms or
conditions. It is within the authority of either the home district or the receiving district to revoke
an inter-district transfer/reciprocal agreement at any time for any reason the local board or
district superintendent deems appropriate.
If a request for an inter-district transfer/reciprocal agreement is denied, the student’s

parents/guardians may file an appeal to the county office of education in the student’s district of
residence within 30 days of receipt of the official notice of denial of the transfer.
Inter-district Transfer Because of Parent Employment/Allen Bill
California Education Code Section 48204(b) (Outside Source) permits a school district to deem
a pupil to have complied with the residency requirements for school attendance in the district if
at least one parent/guardian of the pupil is physically employed within the boundaries of that
district. Once admitted to residency, the pupil’s transfer may be revoked only if the parent
ceases to be employed within the boundaries of the district. As a resident, the student does not
have to re-apply for the transfer to be valid.
School Choice
Under the Federal No Child Left Behind (NCLB) law, schools that do not meet their achievement
targets must offer parents the choice of attending another school in the same district. This
transfer is given under the option of Title I, Part A School Choice.
A Title I school will be identified for program improvement (PI) when, for each of two
consecutive years, the Title I school does not make adequate yearly progress (AYP) in the
same content area (English-language arts or mathematics) schoolwide or for any numerically
significant subgroup, or on the same indicator (Academic Performance Index [API] or high
school graduation rate) schoolwide.
Information about school choice can be found on the California Department of Education Title I,
Part A School Choice Web page.
STUDENT SERVICES
Grenada Elementary School has a team of professionals to provide specialized services,

support, and education to parents, teachers, and students when needed.
Teacher Qualifications (No Child Left Behind: Parental Notification Requirement)

At the beginning of each school year, LEAs receiving Title I funds must inform parents of their
right to request information regarding the professional qualifications of their child’s teacher
including, at a minimum.
• Whether the teacher has met state credential or license criteria for grade level and
subject matter taught.
• Whether the teacher is teaching under emergency or other provisional status.
• The baccalaureate degree major of the teacher and any other graduate certification or
degree held
• Whether the child is provided services by paraprofessionals, and, if so, their
qualifications
Title I
The Title I Program is a federally funded program designed to provide qualified students with
extra help in the basic skills of reading, language, and math.
Title VI Funds
Each year the school district receives Title 6 funds from the U.S. Government. Traditionally, the
district uses these funds to supplement new and innovative programs.
Master Plan for English Learner (EL) Students

EL students will have equal access to the curriculum provided for all students, Theses students
will make progress through the curriculum, experience success and will adjust socially and
emotionally. The fundamental goal of our program is to have students develop academic fluency
in English and meet grade level standards in the core curriculum. The Master Plan for EL
Students is available in the Main Office.
GES is a member of the Siskiyou County Co-op and has jointly developed, approved, and is
currently implementing the Master Plan for EL Students. The plan was developed in the 2001-
2002 School Year, revised in July 2004, again in 2006 and most recently in 2011. The Siskiyou
County Master Plan for EL Students provides formal structure for program implementation and
evaluation. The GESD has consulted with our parent groups, School Site Council and has
received the approval of our school Boards. The purpose of this EL program is to develop
fluency in listening, speaking, reading, comprehension and writing English in each student’s
whose primary language is not English, enhance student’s self-esteem, promote cross cultural
understanding and provide equal opportunity for academic achievement, including academic
instruction in the primary language when available.
Hearing and Vision Screening

All appropriate grade levels are screened for hearing. Those who fail the screening are will be
referred to their personal medical provider for further audiologist assessment. Vision screening
is available upon request.
Other Health Services

Our school nurse works on an itinerant basis and performs vision and hearing tests and other
screening, as required by law. She is available for scheduled consultations.
The school psychologist is at school ½ day a week. The primary services performed are student
testing and assistance to teachers in determining learning potential and specific educational
needs of students. Siskiyou County Mental Health services are available on an as needed
basis. Contact the school for further information
Scoliosis Screening
The students are screened by trained personnel for curvature of the spine (scoliosis). Students
suspected of having scoliosis during the initial screening shall be re-screened, and referred to
their personal medical provider.
Resource Specialist Program

The Resource Specialist provides specific prescriptive instruction in academic areas to the
students who have been identified as requiring such instruction. The Resource Specialist plays
an active role as a resource to teachers in designing and implementing programs for students
with special needs.
Services to Handicapped Students

If you have reason to believe that your student has a handicap which affects his/her ability to
learn, bring this to the attention of the school office. Your student will be evaluated to determine
whether he/she is eligible for special instruction or services.
Special Education Program

All special education services are provided to us by the Siskiyou County Superintendent of
Schools Office. The Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA), per state mandate, provides
county wide regional coordination and leadership in special education to insure compliance with
state and federal laws relating to students with disabilities. Our SELPA provides an array of
services related to special education to LEAs, parents and the community. For more
information see our website at http://www.grenada.k12.ca.us/sped. The SELPAs goals are as
follows:
• To assure that appropriate programs and services are provided to meet the needs of each
child with disabilities in their SELPA.
• To assure that a full continuum of programs is available to each individual with
exceptional needs.
• To maintain programs and services within the SELPA which will allow each individual
with disabilities to achieve at a level commensurate with their ability and potential.
• To assure that each individual with disabilities is integrated within the district
curriculum and extracurricular activities as appropriate.
• To assure the availability of due process rights for all students and their parents
• To increase awareness of parents of individuals with exceptional needs.
• To maintain opportunities for sharing technical resources.
To retain public support for special education.
• To maintain lines of communication with parents, staff, and the Community Advisory
Committee.
The SELPA provides the following:
• Program availability for all children with disabilities )

• Curriculum/program development
• Community Advisory Committee (CAC) support
• Community awareness
• Program coordination
• Staff development
• Procedural safeguards
• Data collection/management
• Fiscal management
• Program evaluation/review
The Special Education Local Area Plan (SELPA) plan is available in the Main Office.
Speech and Language

Speech and Language services are provided for students who are in need of specialized
remedial and developmental instruction in language proficiency, primarily speaking and hearing.
Speech services are provided one day a week. Parents may request to have a student tested
for speech.
Gifted and Talented Education

The GATE program provides opportunities for students identified as possessing demonstrated
or potential abilities that give evidence of high performance capability. The program provides
many unique and challenging learning opportunities commensurate with the gifted and talented
pupil's abilities.
Testing
Standardized tests are given to help evaluate student progress. For more information please
refer to our website at http://www.grenada.k12.ca.us/star.
• The California Standards Test (CSTs)

The California Standards Test (CSTs) are a major component of the Standardized
Testing and Reporting (STAR) program. The CSTs are developed by California
educators and test developers specifically for California. They measure students'
progress toward achieving California's state-adopted academic content standards in
English–language arts (ELA), mathematics, science, and history–social science, which
describe what students should know and be able to do in each grade and subject tested.
All students will be given the California Standards Tests each spring. See calendar for
specific testing dates
• Who Will Take the CSTs?
Students in grades two through eleven take multiple-choice CSTs for various subjects.
Students in grades four and seven complete a writing assessment—the CST for
Writing—as a part of the CST for ELA.
• Testing Data
For access to testing data please refer the following website: http://star.cde.ca.gov/ or
request information from the Main Office. For more information about our testing
program, please make an appointment with the Superintendent/Principal.
School Counselor
Grenada is fortunate to have a School Counselor. This program promotes social skill
development, enhances self esteem among participating children, improves school attendance,
promotes healthy practices, helps prevent drug, alcohol and tobacco abuse and enables
children to get a good start in school. Refer to http://www.grenada.k12.ca.us/counseling for
more information.
Student Medical Insurance

The District's insurance policy provides coverage for all regularly enrolled students while on the
school premises, or while participating in a school sponsored activity. COVERAGE IS
SECONDARY to any other insurance provided for students by their parents or guardian.
SCHOOL ORGANIZATIONS
School Board of Trustees
The Grenada Elementary School District is a single school district governed by a five-member
school board of trustees. Board members are elected by the voting public of the Grenada
District for a four year term of office. School Board meetings are held on the third Thursday of
each month at 7:00 p.m. in the school library. Meetings are open to the public. Agendas for the
meetings are posted in the window of the school office.
School Administration
Grenada School is administered by a Superintendent/Principal. The Superintendent works for
the School Board and is responsible for carrying out the policies and regulations established by
the Board. The Superintendent oversees the entire operation of the School and District.
The Principal is responsible for instructional leadership, discipline, parent concerns, daily
operations, transportation and athletics.
School Site Council

The Council has the responsibility to assist in the development of the School Improvement Plan.
The Council meets once a month to review and discuss school curriculum programs, assist in
judging the effectiveness of the programs and make recommendations to the administration.
The Council consists of ten members; the Principal, three teachers, one teacher alternate, four
parents, and one parent alternate elected by the parents of students in the school. The Council
is reorganized every May. Nominations and election take place during that month. Parents are
encouraged to attend the meetings.
Student Council
The Student Council of Grenada School consists of a President, Vice President, Secretary,
Treasurer, Commissioner of Rallies, and Commissioner of Grounds. These officers are elected
by students in grades four through eight. Student representatives and alternates are selected
from each grade (4 through 8). The Student Council has a faculty advisor who assists and
directs the Council in policy and procedure.
To run for school office, all candidates shall have been recommended for good citizenship and
satisfactory scholarship. They must pass the Grenada Elementary School Student Body
Constitution Test with at least seventy (70%) accuracy.
Grenada Sports Foundation

The Sports Foundation of Grenada School supports the Athletic Program at GES which consists
of Co-Ed Volleyball, Girls and Boys Basketball, Cheerleading, and Co-Ed track. The Sports
Foundation holds monthly meetings and maintains sports uniforms, equipment and supplies as
well as sponsors awards.
Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)

The GES PTO consists of parents, teachers, administration and community members. The PTO
is extremely active at Grenada and plays a vital role in support of students and the school. In
addition to fundraising, the PTO assists in organizing and supporting special throughout the
school year events such as the Harvest Festival, Thanksgiving Feasts and Read Across
America.
TRANSPORTATION
Safe school transportation is considered an integral part of the total educational program. Riding
a school bus is a privilege not mandated by the California State Law. The primary purpose of
school buses is to safely transport students from home to school and return. We recognize that
a safe school bus operation is only possible with the full cooperation of our parents, students,
and school staff. A copy of the School Bus Safety Plan is available upon request in the office.
Permission to ride the school bus can be taken away anytime for disruptive or unsatisfactory
behavior. All students being transported are under the authority of the bus driver and must obey
his/her requests. The school will give drivers full support in all situations. Written permission is
required if students diverge from their normal routine. For more information please refer to our
website at http://www.grenada.k12.ca.us/busschedule.
Bus Schedule
The bus runs basically on the same schedule each year. At times, schedule changes become
necessary due to the shifts in student population. When changes are necessary during the year,
every attempt is made to notify you as soon as possible. If you have any questions regarding
the bus schedule, please call the school, 436-2233.
Bus Delays
Weather or other unforeseen conditions may affect the opening of school at any time. In the
case of inclement weather, usually snow, Mr. Michelon, District Superintendent, makes the
decision with the welfare of the students in mind. When it is necessary to delay the opening of
school, an announcement will be made as early as possible. The announcement will be
broadcast over KSYC (FM 103.9/AM 1490) and KNTK (FM 102.3) radio stations. Once you hear
the information, continue listening to your radio for any update related to the opening of school.
A two hour delay in opening school means that the bus will pick up students two (2) hours later
than the usual time. We would appreciate it if students who walk, or are delivered by a parent,
DO NOT arrive at school until close to the 10:15 a.m. opening of school.
Minimum Day Schedules

When students are released from school earlier than the usual dismissal time, please adjust the
bus schedule as necessary. For example, if students are dismissed thirty (30) minutes early, the
bus should arrive at the stop approximately thirty (30) minutes early.
Motorcycles/Bicycles/Skateboards
Students are NOT allowed to ride motorcycles to school. Motorcycles, skates, skateboards,
roller blades and all scooters are prohibited on school grounds at all times. Students may ride
bicycles to school, however, no bicycle riding on campus is allowed during school hours.
Students also need a parent/guardian permission slip to ride a bicycle to school. Helmets are
required for the safety of all bike riders. (CA Vehicle Code 21212A).
Parents Transporting Students
The school makes every effort to transport students by school bus to school activities.
Sometimes it is necessary to have parents assist in transporting students to events or take
students home. Parents may take their own children, but to be able to transport other students,
parents must have on file, in the office, information regarding their up-to-date auto insurance
policy. School Driver Certification Forms are available in the school office. Seat belts are
required for each passenger. Emergency medical cards for each student and first aid kits are
taken along.
Private Vehicle Requirements

The Grenada Elementary School District acknowledges the need for responsible private drivers
to provide transportation services for numerous school activities that otherwise would not exist
without volunteer support.
To ensure that private transportation services will be provided in a safe, efficient and cost
effective manner, the following requirements will be met:
1. The driver must be at least 21 and possess a valid California driver's license.
2. The driver must be in good physical condition, free of medications that may affect operation
of the vehicle.
3. The vehicle will be in excellent condition and repair.
4. The vehicle will have a seat belt for each student being transported and the driver will
require them to be used. Limitation on the number of students transported is:
o 6 passenger sedans 5 passengers + driver

o station wagons 8 passengers + driver
o vans 9 passengers + driver
o No transporting of more than nine passengers.
5. The driver accepts the added responsibility that comes with carrying extra individuals and
therefore, will be conscientious in obeying all driving laws and regulations set forth by the
State of California. The California Supreme Court has eliminated the protection of the
former California Guest Law; therefore, a guest passenger may sue his/her host
owner/driver.
6. The driver must have an automobile liability insurance policy that meets or exceeds the
minimum requirements for the State of California and is also responsible for physical
damage to their vehicle. The District's liability insurance does not extend protection to the
private driver unless the driver has been deemed a volunteer/employee by the District.
7. Copies of original Proof of Insurance and current California Driver's License shall be
brought to the school office to be copied and kept on file. Drivers will carry with them an
emergency medical card for each student assigned to his/her vehicle. These emergency
medical cards will be provided by the teacher prior to leaving on the trip.
8. Drivers should plan to travel caravan style, with lights on for safety, and stop only at
pre-planned breaks for bathroom, food, etc.
BUS RULES ARE AS FOLLOWS:
Please note that incidents of a serious nature may result in immediate suspension from bus privileges, and
the administration reserves the right to review and act independently on any individual case.
1. Students (any persons eligible to be transported on a school bus) being transported in a school bus shall
be under the authority of and responsible directly to the driver of the bus. (C.A.C. Title V, Sec. 142363)
The bus driver is the authority. Riders must follow the driver’s directions.
2. It is the pupil's responsibility to be on time for the bus during morning, afternoon and any other
scheduled bus runs.
3. Conduct of students on the bus:
A. Students shall keep all parts of their bodies inside the bus at all times.
B. Students may talk quietly and shall refrain from boisterous conduct, noises or
unnecessary conversation with the bus driver.
C. Nothing may be thrown in or out of the bus.
D. Students shall remain seated at all times while the bus is in motion.
E. At bus stops, students will form an orderly line at least fourteen feet back from the edge of the
roadway and six feet from the bus door. Students shall load and unload in an orderly manner,
without crowding, shoving, or pushing. Students will board the bus only under the direction of the
driver.
F. Drivers will carry only regularly assigned students who will be discharged only at school, their
assigned stops, or the place of pick up. Students must have written permission, from their parents
and the receiving adults, to be discharged anywhere other than the student's designated bus stop. If
a student is to go home with another student, notes from the parents of both students concerned
must be presented to the driver
G. Eating or drinking on the bus during regular runs or field trips shall be at the driver's discretion.
H. All carry on items shall be secured.
I. K-4th grade students are to sit in the front rows of the bus and 5th-8th grade students are to sit in
the back rows. Drivers may assign students to designated seats, if necessary.
J. Students will keep their hands and feet to themselves.
4. Students shall keep the bus clean and neat. Students will be liable for any damage or defacing.
5. Per C.A.C. Title V, Section 14252, no animals (except properly muzzled guide dogs for the blind) shall
be permitted on a school bus.
6. Any object or material capable of producing injury to students or damage to the bus is prohibited.
Cleated/spiked shoes are not to be worn inside the bus.
7. Students who do not promptly obey the directions of the driver, or who do not obey these rules, may
lose the privilege of being transported.
8. Students are responsible for any personal items left on the bus.
Consequences for Minor and Major Category A Behavior Violations

• Verbal WARNING: Review ALL Discipline consequences. (May depend on severity of violation)
• 1st Offense: Assigned seating & Parents Notified.
• 2nd Offense: Parents Notified. Student misses- 5 days of Bus privilege. Student must be picked up and drop off
student. Parents MUST meet for a Behavior Intervention Plan/Contract.
• 3rd Offense: Parents Notified. Student misses 30 days of Bus privilege.
• 4th Offense: Parents Notified. Student is not permitted to ride the bus for the duration of the school year.
Consequences for Major Category B Behavior Violations

• This is grounds for an immediate removal from privilege of riding the bus for the duration of the school year.
• The * asterisked violations are possibly subject to legal consequences, expulsion
from school and immediate removal from SAFE, removal from the bus.
HEALTH INFORMATION
Communicable Diseases
When students complain of stomach ache, earache, sore throat, cold symptoms, or have not
been free from fever for at least 24 hours, they should be kept home for observation.
When students have been absent because of one of the following diseases, please notify the
school office immediately: chicken pox, mumps, red measles (rubeola), German measles
(rubella), impetigo, pink eye, ringworm and lice.
Communicable Disease Information
Disease Incubation Period May Return to School
Chicken Pox 14 to 21 days Minimum seven days after appearance

of pox and all crusts are dry
German Measles 14 to 21 days When rash is gone usually 18 days
Impetigo Within 5 days Must be under treatment and visible

lesions covered
Influenza 1 to 3 days On complete recovery
Mumps 12 to 26 days Until swelling of the salivary glands

has subsided, usually about 19 days.
Measles 10 days Until rash is gone
Ringworm 10 to 14 days Must be under treatment and visible

lesions covered.
Scabies (Itch) 24 to 48 hours Must remain at home until completely

cleared.
Scarlet Fever 2 to 5 days May return when fever, sore throat, and
rash are gone.
Whooping Cough 7 to 10 days At least 21 days after appearance of t

Typical cough and on recovery
Any student with a temperature of over 98.6 should be kept home.

First Aid and Illness During School Hours
First Aid is administered in case of minor injuries. If illness or a serious accident occurs during
the school day, an attempt is made at once to notify the home. Many times we cannot contact
parents. For this reason, it is important that you keep an up-to-date emergency card and
telephone number on file in the school office. The person designated as your emergency
contact should be someone who can reach the school in a reasonable length of time. If you, or
the person designated as your emergency contact, cannot be reached, our only recourse is to
use our judgment in seeking medical attention for your student.
Head Lice
People in all walks of life may be bothered with lice. Having head lice does not necessarily
mean a person is "dirty." Transmission can occur quite easily from one infested individual to
another. Students should be instructed not to share combs, brushes, hats, scarves, coats, and
sweaters. Treatment is shampooing with a special medicated shampoo. It is recommended that
all members of the family be treated. All bed linens should be washed in hot, soapy water and
dried in a hot dryer at least 20 minutes. Clothing, combs, and brushes should be cleaned.
Carpets, upholstery, and mattresses should be vacuumed thoroughly.
The Grenada Elementary School District has a "no nit policy" in effect. This means that any
students with nits, whether treated or untreated, may NOT attend school until his/her head is
completely free of nits.
Medication
California State Law states that medication may not be dispensed by school personnel without a
physician's order. Occasionally a student under medical care may continue to attend school. In
these special cases, school personnel may administer medication when the parents provide the
school with a Physician's Authorization for the Administration of Medicine
by School Personnel/Parent Release for the Administration of Medicine
form which includes name(s) of the medication, dosage, time(s) and
duration that the medication is to be given to the student.
Physician's instructions must be renewed each year. Any changes in

medication, amount, or means of administering require new physician's
instructions.
The "Physician's' Authorization for the Administration of Medicine by

School Personnel" and the "Parent Release for the Administration of
Medicine" forms are available in the office.
Medical Alert Information: Participation in Physical Education/Athletic Program

Physical Education at Grenada School is a class like any other class. "P.E." is a full-fledged part
of the school curriculum, neither more important or nor less important than any other subject.
Participation is required by State Law unless under doctor's care. Each April students will
participate in school-wide PE testing. This information is required by the State like all other state
testing. Students, who do not participate in PE due to illness, injury or are exempted by doctor’s
note, will not be able to participate in any athletic program for the same duration of time. P.E.
shoes that make black marks on the floor will not be permitted in the gym.
CURRICULUM AND STANDARDS
GES District Policy Statements: CURRICULUM
Grenada Elementary's curriculum has been developed according to the
California State Education Code. For each grade level we focus on
skills specified in the state and district "standards" and the scope and
sequence of California State Framework. Please refer to our website at
http://www.grenada.k12.ca.us/standards for more information.
Appropriate Student Placement:

Promotion/Acceleration/Retention/Supplemental Assistance
The Governing Board expects students to be placed in the best possible learning situation
within the resources of the district. To accomplish this expectation, instruction at each grade
level is to be based on the Board adopted grade level standards and benchmarks. The
instruction is also to accommodate the varying interests and growth patterns of individual
students and include strategies for addressing academic deficiencies when needed. Students
should only be placed where a reasonable prognosis of success and growth can be expected.
Students shall progress through the grade levels by demonstrating growth in learning and
meeting specific grade level standards as set by the State Department of Education.
Progress toward eighth grade graduation shall be based on the student’s ability to pass the
subjects and electives necessary to earn the required number of credits. They must pass the
U.S. Constitution Test with a 70% score .Finally, the eighth grade student must also meet the
attendance and behavior requirements set by the Board.
Acceleration to the next grade level prior to the end of the school year should be used only
when it is the best placement of the student, the student meets the entry standards of the grade
level to be entered; AND the student study team predicts with a reasonable certainty that the
student will be successful and continue to grow in learning.
Retention, remaining at the same grade level for a second year, is an action to assist the
student increase learning achievement and meet the promotion requirements. As early as
possible in the school year and in students’ school careers, the Superintendent or designee
shall identify students who should be retained and who are at risk of being retained.
Students who do not meet board adopted criteria will be identified at risk of retention. If a
student is identified as performing below the minimum criteria for promotion, the student shall be
retained in his/her current grade level unless the student’s regular classroom teacher
determines and states in writing (giving specific reasons and recommendations for intervention)
that retention is not the appropriate intervention. The decision to retain may be appealed. The
decision of the appeal panel shall be final.
When a student is recommended for retention based on board criteria or is identified as being at
risk for retention, the Superintendent or designee shall provide opportunities for remedial
instruction to assist the student in attaining acceptable levels of academic achievement. Such
opportunities may include but are not limited to tutorial programs, after-school and before school
programs, summer school programs, and parental assistance. Retention is an action to assist
the student to increase learning achievement and meet the promotion requirements established
by the Board.
Students who are considered “at risk” shall be identified as soon after enrollment or as early in
the school year as possible and will be offered programs of direct, supplemental, systematic,
and intensive instruction to allow them to achieve proficiency.
If a student is identified as performing below the minimum standard for promotion, the student
shall be retained in his/her current grade level unless the student’s regular classroom teacher
determines, in writing, that retention is not the appropriate intervention for the student’s
academic deficiencies. This determination shall specify the reasons that retention is not
appropriate for the student and shall include recommendations for interventions other than
retention that, in the opinion of the teacher, are necessary to assist the student in attaining
acceptable levels of academic achievement. (Education Code 48070.5) (See Exhibits G and H)
If the teacher’s recommendation to promote is contingent on the student’s participation in a

summer school or interim session rededication program, the student’s academic performance
shall be evaluated (based on the predetermined conditions) at the end of the rededication
program. The decision to retain or promote the student shall be finalized at that time. An
evaluation shall be provided to and discussed with the student’s parents/guardians and the
principal before any final determination. (Education Code 48070.5)
If the student does not have a singular regular classroom teacher, the principal or designee
shall specify the teacher(s) responsible for the decision to promote or retain the student if that is
the recommendation. (Education Code 48070.5)
When a student is identified as being at risk of retention, the Superintendent or designee shall
so notify the student’s parents/guardians as early in the school year as practicable. The
student’s parent/guardian shall be provided an opportunity to consult with the teacher(s).
(Education Code 48070.5)
The Superintendent/designee shall also provide a copy of the district’s promotion/retention

policy and administrative regulation to those parents/guardians who have been notified that
his/her child is a risk of retention.
When a student is identified as being at risk of retention or to be retained, the teacher will
complete the Retention Consideration Record and immediately and file a copy with the school
principal or designee.
Teachers at each grade level shall record the progress of students identified as at risk on their
cumulative record sheet and communicated that information to parents
Specific Criteria for Promotion
Students shall progress through the grade levels by demonstrating growth in learning and
meeting the grade level standards and benchmarks of expected learning achievement. The
principal or designee shall identify students who are at risk of retention at each grade level.
Students who should be retained will be identified no less frequently than at the following times:
between K-1, between grades 1 / 2, between grades 2 / 3, between grades 3 / 4, between
grades 4 / 5, between grades 5 / 6, between grades 6 / 7, between grades 7 / 8, and between
grades 8 / 9.
The demonstration of individual student learning growth is to be measured by:
• Kindergarten to 1st grade

o Teacher grades
o RESULTS - Reading Assessments
o Teacher and parent judgment of potential success
o SST or teacher judgment of appropriate academic and social/emotional needs
• 1st to 2nd grade
o Teacher grades
o Standardized test scores in reading
o SST’s judgment of potential success
• 2nd to 3rd and 3rd to 4th
o Teacher grades in reading
o Standardized test scores in reading
• 4th to 5th; 5th to 6th ; 6th to 7th and 7th to 8th
o Teacher grades in reading, English/language arts, and math
o County-wide assessment
o Standardized test scores in reading and math
• Promotion to high school - 8th to 9th grade
1. Teachers grades in reading, English/language arts and math
2. Standardized test scores in reading and math
3. Student Study team’s judgment of potential success
4. Graduation standards (See 8th grade handbook.)
Specific Criteria for Students at Risk of Retention or Who Should Be Retained
• Kindergarten to 1st grade:

Teacher/parent/Student Study team will consider the most appropriate placement
RESULTS Reading Assessment-significantly below Benchmarks
Student Study team recommendation
• 1st grade to-2nd grade:

Grades on report card
Student Study Team recommendation
• 2nd - 3rd and 3rd - 4th

Grades on report card
California Standards Test scores of Far Below Basic in Reading/Language Arts
Student Study team recommendation
• In promoting from grades 5th – 8th

D or F average in 4 quarters in Reading/Language Arts and Math
California Standards Test scores of Far Below Basic in Language Arts and Math
Student Study Team recommendation
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Retention of English Learners
For students who are English Learners, decisions regarding promotion or retention require
special considerations. Whether the students are receiving English instruction in Structures
English Immersion or Mainstream English, or are continuing in primary language instruction
placement in the Bilingual program, it is clearly inappropriate to retain English Learners who
have failed to meet academic standards in areas in which they have limited access to instruction
in English due to his/her limited proficiency in English.
English Learner with English proficiency levels of beginning, early intermediate, intermediate
and early advances should be evaluated utilizing English language development key standards
appropriate to their acquisition levels and grade level spans. English Learners with an English
proficiency level of advanced should be evaluated utilizing English language development key
standards appropriate to this level and their grade level span, and grade appropriate English
language arts key standards. For English Learners receiving intervention in Spanish in
language arts, grade level Spanish language arts key standards should be utilized for evaluation
in addition to English language development standards.
It would not be unreasonable, on the other hand, to consider many English Learners to be at
risk of retention based solely on the challenges they face in acquiring proficiency and mastering
subject area content in English. Providing English Learners with supplemental instruction of the
types envisioned by AB1626, AB1639, and SB1370 can be a key intervention to ensure that
these pupils eventually attain grade-level proficiency and beyond.
May a school retain or promote a student without parent or guardian approval?

Yes, a school can retain or promote a student without parent or guardian approval. However,
the district PPR policy approved by the district's school board must provide an appeal process
for parents who disagree with a principal's promotion or retention decision for their student.
Appeal Process
The decision to retain a student may be appealed consistent with Board policy, administrative
regulation, and law.
The burden shall be on the appealing party to show why the decision should be overruled.
The appeal shall be delivered to the school principal at least 20 school days prior to the last day
of school. A form letter provided by the district will establish a hearing date within 10 days of the
appeal notice. At the scheduled closed meeting, an appeal panel (consisting of the principal or
superintendent, a teacher appointed by the principal and a parent appointed by the board
chairperson) shall conduct the hearing. If the appealing party has legal representation, the
superintendent is to be notified 48 hours prior to the hearing.
Specific Criteria for Acceleration

Acceleration to the next grade level prior to the end of the school year should be used only
when it is the best placement of the student, the student exceeds the entry standards of the
grade level to be entered; AND the student study team predicts with a reasonable certainty that
the student will be successful and continue to grow in learning.
A student enrolled in kindergarten may be accelerated to the first grade at the discretion of the
Superintendent or designee and with the consent of the parent/guardian, upon determination
that the child is ready for first-grade work. (Education Code 48011)
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Acceleration to 1st shall be subject to the following minimum criteria: (5 CCR 200)
• The student is at least five years of age.
• The student has attended kindergarten for a long enough time to enable school
personnel to evaluate his/her ability.
• The student is in the upper five percent of his/her age group in terms of general mental
ability.
• The physical development and social maturity of the student are consistent with his/her
advanced mental ability.
• The parent/guardian of the student has filed a written statement with the school district
approving the placement in first grade.
Graduation Standards
Graduation requirements will go into effect at the time of enrollment. See 8th grade Information
Booklet available in the Main Office, contact the 8th grade teacher or refer to the website at
http://www.grenada.k12.ca.us/eightgrade.
Homework
Homework is considered an important part of the education of students. Types of homework
will vary. Homework may be studying for a test, writing a report, completing class assignments,
reading books or working on a project. The need for homework is a decision to be made by the
teacher. Assigned homework takes the student's personal time to complete; it involves family
interaction and time to some degree. It is reasonable that homework be acknowledged by the
teacher through some form of review or comment. Parents may help by doing the following:
• Setting a time and providing a place where homework can be done without distractions.
• Verifying that assignments are being done and returned to school.
• Monitoring and limiting time spent watching television.
• Helping child understand an idea or concept, but not do the student's homework for
him/her.
• Contacting the teacher as soon as any question or concerns arise.
• For students in grades 6-8 parents need to refer to their student’s calendar to check
homework assignments.
• We accept assignments that are one day late, however the student will receive a 20%
discounted grade. No other late assignments will be accepted, unless the student has
been absent.
Homework can be placed in the following categories:

• Work that was not finished during class time
• Assignments to help a student practice basic skill area(s)
• Assigned long-term projects
Homework assigned must incorporate these features:

• All assigned homework will receive academic credit.
• Homework is to be adapted to individual abilities. Students shall be assigned homework
that can be completed successfully.
• Before students are assigned independent practice and application as homework, they
shall first have guided practice and application with supervision and feedback.
Homework shall reinforce and extend classroom work, and be interesting and
motivating.
• Teachers have flexibility to decide upon how much homework should be
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assigned each day, on what days the homework is needed, and for what type of grade
the assignment should receive.
• Homework will not be assigned during nights of school functions. This does not include
extra-curricular activities.
• The average amount of time spent doing homework should reflect the following
guidelines, four days a week, Monday through Thursday. This is a guideline. Some night
may be more and others less.
K - 3rd grades – approximately 30 minutes per night
4th - 6th grades - approximately 60 minutes per night
7th - 8th grades - approximately 90 minutes per night
Parent Conferences
Parent-teacher conferences are held at the end of the first and third quarter. Notices and
schedules will be sent home with each student. We feel these conferences are important.
Parents may request additional conferences with a teacher at any time during the year. Please
call the office or contact the teacher for an appointment.
Report Cards
Report cards are given four times during the year. See calendar for dates.
No-Go List: Grades 6-8

Students must have no F’s and no more than 3 missing assignments in any class in order to
participate in privileged activities (co-curricular or extracurricular) offered by GES. Privileged
activities include, but are not limited to, assemblies, dances, movie days, field trips, tutoring
opportunities, Harvest Festival,
Christmas Program, or any other activity that deviates from the regular academic program.
Special Academic Assistance

A mid-term progress report will be sent home to the parent/guardian for any student who is
working below his/her ability, or who is receiving a D or F in any class. The report will also let
you know of any behavior problems your child may be having.
Teachers are available on an appointment basis before and after school to provide students
with individual assistance.
A weekly progress report is available upon parent request. It is the students' responsibility to
pick up the form on Friday from the teacher and have the form completed. To continue this
practice, a student must return a signed progress report to the teacher each week.
STUDENT RECOGNITION
Education serves as the foundation for a democratic society. An important goal of our school is
to help children develop the qualities of self-discipline, responsibility and respect for others. Our
School believes that students have the right to learn and teachers have the right to teach. For
this to be accomplished, an effective learning atmosphere must be created. This happens when
parents, students and school staff work together cooperatively.
A large majority of our students demonstrate positive behavior at school. We make an effort to
reward good behavior. Some of the methods used to acknowledge positive behavior are:
1. Classroom rewards: Praise and Stickers for good work
2. Citizenship awards
3. Perfect Attendance awards
4. Student Council recognition of peers
5. Positive comments to parents
6. Report Cards and academic recognition
7. Special end of the year field trip
8. Special assemblies
9. Reading Incentive Programs
Positive Behavior Rewards
As we all know, not all children have the ability to attain the academic achievements that
produce positive attention and rewards; however, we are in a position to reward those students
who enhance the learning environment by simply being well-behaved, kind and courteous
students.
Schools have programs for learning disabled and talented/gifted children, both of which give
them "special attention" in the eyes of the students who fall in the middle. With this program,
there can be a reward or "special attention" for all students.
There will be positive reinforcement for good behavior. Students caught doing something good
will receive a "Gold Slip (citing a particular positive behavior). Each student receiving a gold slip
will be eligible for a special prize.
Honor Roll
Grenada School stresses academics. Honor Roll awards are given each quarter in grades four
through eight. The following subjects are considered in determining who qualifies for the honor
roll: reading, math, language arts, spelling, social studies, health and science and P.E. A
student must maintain a "B" average (3.0) grade to qualify for the honor roll. An "F" in any
subject automatically disqualifies a student from the honor roll. Students qualify as follows:
Principal's list 4.0 (all A's)

A Honor Roll 3.6 - 3.9
B Honor Roll 3.0 - 3.59
Honor Roll Trip

Students in 4th through 8th grades who make the honor roll in ALL FOUR QUARTERS to
qualify for the honor roll trip at the end of the school year. A final determination of eligibility will
be made after midterm progress reports of the fourth quarter. Students must also have good
attendance (at least 90% actual attendance rate). There will be a trip for “A” Honor Roll and “B”
Honor Roll.
Field Trips
During the year, students may go on field trips to interesting places. Field trips are an extension
of classroom activities. Students will be transported by school bus or parent automobiles.
Many trips will be during regular school hours. Some trips may be long distances and students
will return later in the afternoon or in the evening. Parents will be notified of all trips. In many
instances, parents will be asked to chaperone. If a child’s behavior could result in a danger to
self or others, his/her participation may be modified or denied.
EXTRACURRICULAR AND CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
The Grenada School District believes that the character of young people is strengthened by
participation in extracurricular activities. Such skills as cooperation, teamwork, sportsmanship
and self-awareness are expanded. GES hopes its student athletes will develop principles of
honesty, responsibility, scholarship and respect for others through our athletic programs. It is
our hope that athletes will also learn how to persevere in the face of adversity and setbacks. We
urge families to actively support and encourage their children in academic and athletic pursuits
as well as sportsmanship and victory with honor. Other outcomes include pride in school and
carry-over interest into the academic program. Student team members must conduct
themselves in a proper fashion in accordance with the rules of GES.
POLICY STATEMENT REGARDING PREJUDICE AND DISCRIMINATION: The

Grenada Elementary School District is committed to providing a working and learning
environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on an individual’s sex,
sexual orientation, gender, ethnic group identification, race, ancestry, national origin, religion,
color, immigration status, age, political belief or mental or physical disability, or any other basis
protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation. Please refer to pg 37 of the
handbook for a complete policy statement.
Eligibility for Extra and Co-Curricular Activities

Please refer to our website for more information at http://www.grenada.k12.ca.us/athletics. In
order to be eligible to try out for participate in school extra-curricular or co-curricular activities
ALL STUDENTS MUST meet the following requirements:
Initial Eligibility to participate or try out:

1. Attendance: Three or more unexcused absences or (SARB) tardies during the school
year or missing more that 7% of the scheduled school days from time of enrollment will
result in an immediate loss of eligibility status for the duration of that school year.
2. Behavior: Students may NOT have earned more that one (1) suspension during the
school year. Students who are suspended from school are not permitted to participate in
ANY school activity for the duration of that suspension. Upon the second suspension
students will be ineligible to participate in any extra or co- curricular activities for the
duration of that school year. Possession or consumption of alcohol, tobacco, or any
controlled substance will result in immediate expulsion from the activity/sport for the
remainder of the season or nine (9) weeks whichever is greater for the duration of that
school year. The decision to remove a student from an activity may reviewed by the
Student Athletic Review Committee and any decisions made by the committee will be
final.
3. Academic: Students must have a 2.0 Grade Point Average without failing (F) grade in
ANY subject on the report card immediately preceding the activity. (i.e. Last spring for
fall activities.) You MUST bring a copy of your most recent report card with you to
the FIRST day of Open Gym/Tryouts/Practice to confirm eligibility.
Continuing eligibility:
1. Attendance: Student must be present in school on the day of the activity. Any student
missing more than 30 minutes of school on activity days including being tardy and
checking out early except with verified medical appointments, funerals, and unforeseen
emergencies. This exception does NOT include transportation problems, illness, and
“checking out” early.
2. Behavior: If a student has lost his/her social privileges at school s/he will loose a
minimum of participation in one game .If a student is involved in any serious behavior
problem (charged with a violation of the law while under the school’s jurisdiction), any
activity related behavior problem, repeated discipline problems at school or
uncooperative classroom behavior s/he will be dismissed from that activity will be
referred to the Student Athletic Review Committee. The Student Athletic Review
Committee will make a determination regarding continuing eligibility.
3. Academic: Progress Report: Maintain a 2.0 GPA with no failing grades throughout the
season, including, but not limited to the mid-term progress report. If a student does not
maintain eligibility at any time during the quarter, up to the time of the report card, s/he
will be placed on academic suspension.
Report Card: If a student does not maintain eligibility on any REPORT CARD that is
issued during the season, s/he will be ineligible to participate for the rest of that
activity/sport.
Academic Suspension:
Eligibility can be restored by one additional grade check, which must be at least one week after
the midterm progress report which will be on school on the 2nd Friday following the midterm
progress report. Students must continue to participate in practice and attend games but will not
be eligible to play until suspension has been cleared. Student will remain on Academic
Probation for the duration of the activity/sport. Academic suspension from one sporting season
will not preclude the student from regaining eligibility for another sport later in the school year.
Academic Probation:
After eligibility has been restored, it will be monitored by weekly progress reports reviewed after
school on each Friday for the duration of the activity. If at any point the student fails to maintain
eligibility they will be ineligible to participate for the rest of that activity/sport.
Physical Fitness:
On activity days, students MUST participate in their regular PE activity classes. If a student
does not participate in PE for ANY reason – including a doctor’s note- the student is NOT
eligible to participate in any athletic events that day. A written medical note excusing a student
from active participation in PE class will also apply to any other athletic activity that the student
is included in during the same time period. If any student receives a physical injury that
necessitates professional medical attention, that students MUST receive a clearance from a
physician before returning to practice or participation in any athletic competition.
Awards:
Students unable to complete the activity/sport/season for any reason need to notify the coach in
writing. If a student misses a practice and does not contact the coach within three days of that
practice with a legitimate excuse, the student will be contacted in writing by the Student Athletic
Review Committee advising the student that he or she is not longer on the team and can no
longer participate. In order to be eligible for any awards or certificates, students must complete
the season.
GES offers the following athletic opportunities for students in grades 5 - 8.

Fall: Co-ed Volleyball -Tryouts; Cross Country
Winter: Co-ed Cheerleading- Tryouts,
Girls and Boys Basketball - Tryouts;
Spring: Co-ed Track - Tryouts for the relay team only (Based on the number of
students participating, Fourth grade students may be eligible to participate at the
discretion of the coach.)
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
School Supplies/Binder & Folders
A folder for Primary age students (K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd) will be issued at the beginning of the school
year. Students and parents are responsible for the care of the folders and will be expected to
replace them if they become lost or destroyed. Replacement cost is $3.00.
4th - 8th grade students are required to start school with a 3 metal ring, 1-2 inch thick binder.
They will also need a pencil pouch, notebook paper and subject dividers. A calculator would
also be very helpful. The school will provide an assignment calendar. Notebook paper and
plain white subject dividers will be provided, if needed.
Textbooks
Textbooks are furnished by the school. Students will receive their books from their teachers
when classes first meet. Since the students will be bringing books home from school often, it will
be important that they bring home only those books that have been checked out to them. Since
each student is responsible for his/her own book, they should not borrow textbooks from a friend
or loan textbooks to a friend. It is the student's responsibility to return the books in clean and
good condition. Lost or damaged books shall be paid for by the student to whom the book was
assigned. Report cards and diplomas will not be given out until all fines are paid.
Breakfast and Lunch Program

Grenada Elementary School serves a nutritious breakfast and lunch each day. Students may
buy breakfast for $1.25 and lunch for $2.00. Students who qualify for reduced meals pay 30
cents for breakfast and 40 cents for lunch. Extra milk may be purchased for 30 cents. Free and
reduced lunch applications must be filed each year with the school. For more information
please refer to our website at http://www.grenada.k12.ca.us/Nutrition.
Students must pay for their meals in advance, either daily or they may pay for several days, or
weeks, at a time. We strongly encourage this method of payment.
Sack lunches and containers should be clearly marked with the student's name. Providing your
student with a sack lunch from home, or lunch money to buy a hot lunch at school is the
responsibility of the parent. Each student in the family should be provided with the correct
change for his/her lunch so that classes are not interrupted by students seeking money for lunch
from a brother or sister. Since the office will have no money to make change, change will only
be given when a student purchases his/her lunch or milk.
In the operation of child feeding programs administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture,
no child will be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, national origin, age, or
handicap. If any member of a household believes they have been discriminated against, they
should write immediately to the Secretary of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. 2050
Child Abuse
According to Penal Code 11165, it is mandatory for child care custodians (i.e. teachers and
administrators) to report any known or suspected child abuse to the authorities. This includes
physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, as well as neglect, which the child care custodian has
reasonable suspicion this has occurred.
Friday Minimum Day Program

Since children are our most important asset, we feel it important that teachers stay abreast of
current trends and instructional practices in education. Being a small school we do not afford
our teachers a preparation period. Therefore we have banked our time and set Friday afternoon
aside for teacher preparation. You will note these dates marked on the calendar by a square
box.
LOST AND FOUND
Please make sure all jackets, lunch pails and other clothing have the student's name on them.
Lost and found articles are placed in or by the office. Other articles of value, such as money,
watches, wallets, and purses found on the school grounds should be turned into the office. All
unclaimed clothing will be given to a charitable organization at the end of the year.
SAFETY DRILLS AND CIVIL DEFENSE PLANS:

Safety drills are to be held once a month. Fire drills are signaled by an alarm system. At the
direction of an adult supervisor, students are to exit single file from the room in an orderly
manner to a designated area. The "all clear" signal is a lengthy ringing of the bell. Teachers will
instruct students in the "drop" position to be used in any emergency when debris may be flying
around (wind storms or earthquake). Drop drills will be completed at least once a year. Refer to
the GES website or contact the Main Office for a copy of the School Safety Plan.
PROBLEM SOLVING/COMPLAINT PROCEDURES

We recognize that during the year concerns or problems arise at school. We feel it is important
to work together to answer concerns or solve problems. We realize that parents and students do
not always know what to do or who to go to for answers. Our office is available, as a resource,
to help make contact with school personnel or County agencies to assist in resolving problems.
Please use this sequence in cases of concern:

1. Meet with the child's teacher. If not satisfied.....
2. Ask for a conference with the Superintendent/Principal. If not satisfied.....
3. Submit complaint in writing to the School Board of Trustees
For more information, please refer to the Uniform Complaint Policy, Procedures and Forms
section beginning on page 41 of this handbook or the GES website at
http://www.grenada.k12.ca.us/complaintprocedures.
PERSONAL POSSESSIONS
Personal possessions such as toys, playing cards, trading cards, computer games, CD players
are not to be brought to school, unless permission has been obtained from the teacher or
principal.
NO DOGS OR OTHER ANIMALS ALLOWED

Unless prearranged by the teacher and approved by administration, a pet cannot be on campus
at any time. This includes leashed pets. If a pet is brought to school without approval, it must
remain in the car. This is a sanitation and allergy issue.
TELEPHONE USE/MESSAGES
Delivery of personal messages to students disrupts the instructional and work time of many
people. (If a call is absolutely necessary, such as arranging after school transportation, please
call well before the end of the day. There have been times when it becomes impossible to
deliver a message called in minutes before school is out.)
Students will NOT be allowed to make personal telephone calls from the office telephone. Only
emergency calls will be allowed. Students must have permission from a staff member (a note or
an intercom call) to use the phone. Overnight trips, after school visits and child care are to be
arranged prior to the school day. Cell phones may NOT BE VISIBLE OR TURNED ON during
the school day. This restriction includes while attending field trips, the SAFE program or
riding on the bus.
CLOSED CAMPUS
Grenada is a "closed campus" for the protection of the children. Once students arrive on
campus, they are to remain until excused by the final bell. Students who will be walking home at
lunch time must have prior written permission on file in the office. Students may only walk to their
own home – not a friend’s house, store etc. All other students will remain on campus unless
signed-out by a parent/guardian. All students who have not left campus by 3:00 MUST proceed
to the cafeteria to the SAFE After School Program. Students should not return to the campus
after leaving for the day with the exception of students in extra-curricular activities such as
volleyball, basketball etc., who may return according to their practice time.
OPEN DOOR POLICY

Grenada School has an "open door" policy. Visitors are welcome on campus under the following
conditions: All visitors, including parents and guardians,
• Must check in and receive approval from the school office or the SAFE office if arriving
after 3:30pm. Visitors, who are not just picking up or dropping off will be given an I.D.
badge to wear during their visit.
• Must be a positive influence on the learning process and may not interrupt the
educational process.
• Are welcome to participate as volunteer assistants to the teachers.
SCHOOL VISITORS
Parents are welcome and encouraged to visit the classrooms. Parents and citizens need never
feel that an invitation is necessary. Before visiting a classroom, parents or other visitors must
check in at the office and let the secretary or principal know what classroom is being visited.
The following suggestions will make your visit more valuable.
• Do not go directly to a classroom. The office will direct you to the class.
• Know the time for the subject you wish to visit.
• Save the questions for the teacher until after class. Try to have a minute with the teacher
after each visit. All parent-teacher conferences should be arranged for and held before
or after instructional time.
• Teachers appreciate a note, a call, or message from the parent prior to the visit.
• Students not enrolled at Grenada School are not permitted to visit or spend the day in a
classroom unless accompanied by a parent or with the approval of the principal.
PUPIL RECORDS
Parents have the right to inspect their child's records. The principal should be contacted to
arrange a convenient time to inspect the records.
PARTY INVITATIONS
Party invitations are not to be distributed to students in the classrooms, or on the school
grounds or bus. We have found that, too often, there are hurt feelings because everyone can't
be invited.
STUDENTS IN THE SCHOOL OFFICE

A student must have permission (a note or an intercom call) from a staff member to go to the
school office, except in cases of emergencies. An emergency is when someone has been
injured or becomes ill.
ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUGS POLICY STATEMENT

Because the use of alcohol and other drugs adversely affects a student's ability to achieve
academically, is physically and emotionally harmful, and has serious and legal consequences,
the Grenada Elementary School District Governing Board intends to keep the school alcohol
and drug free. Every effort will be made to reduce the chances that our students will begin or
continue using alcohol and other drugs. A prevention program that includes instruction,
intervention, recovering student support, and enforcement/discipline will be implemented. The
Governing Board recognizes that effectively keeping schools alcohol and drug free is a
cooperative effort between school, home, and the community.
The Superintendent or designee shall take appropriate action to eliminate possession, use, or
sale of alcohol and other drugs and related paraphernalia on school grounds, at school events,
or in any situation in which the school is responsible for the conduct and well-being of the
students. Students possessing, selling, and/or using alcohol or other related paraphernalia shall
be subject to disciplinary procedures which may result in suspension or expulsion.
School authorities may search student and school properties for the possession of alcohol and
other drugs as long as such searches are conducted in accordance with law, Board Policy, and
administrative regulations.
TOBACCO-FREE SCHOOLS
Ample research has demonstrated that health hazards are associated with the use of tobacco
products, including smoking and the breathing of second-hand smoke. therefore, the Governing
Board believes it is in the best interest of students, employees, and the general public to prohibit
the use of tobacco products anywhere and any time on district property and in district vehicles.
The use of tobacco products shall be prohibited on the campus at all times.
By State Law, student possession of, or smoking of tobacco, drinking of, or possession of
alcoholic products is prohibited. A student found violating this law may be immediately
suspended pending disciplinary action.
DRESS STANDARDS
The Grenada Elementary School District takes pride in the appearance of our students. All
students are expected to dress and groom themselves neatly in clothes that are suitable for
school activities. Students wearing inappropriate dress will be issued a school t-shirt to wear or
parents will be contacted and asked to bring their student appropriate dress.
The following rules are to be followed:

1. Students’ clothes must not offer a safety hazard; shoes or sandals with heel straps must be
worn at all times. In addition, appropriate footwear must be worn for physical education.
2. Clothing and jewelry shall be free of messages, pictures, or any other insignias which are
vulgar, offensive, obscene, sexually suggestive, or libelous; that denigrate others or
represent groups that denigrate others on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national
origin, gender, sexual orientation or disability; or that promote alcohol, drug use or violence.
3. Hats, caps, and other head covering shall not be worn in the district buildings except for a
medical or religious purpose with the sole exception of the cafeteria. Bandanas worn as
headgear are prohibited.
4. Decency and good taste should be reflected in all apparel. The following guidelines on brief
clothing are examples and do not cover all situations. Students shall not wear tank tops,
halter tops, garments with spaghetti straps, or strapless garments. Garments that are “see-
through,” cut low, or expose one’s midriff are not acceptable. Sleeveless garments must
extend to the end of the shoulders and fit closely under the arms. Mini-skirts, which are
revealing in a sitting or bending position, do not meet the standard of good taste
Undergarments must not be visible.
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5. Shorts must reach the length of the longest fingertips of each individual student.
Fingertip length is determined by students standing straight with arms resting next to their
sides. Gym shorts may not be worn in classes other than physical education.
6. Students shall not wear pants or shorts that, when fastened, sag or fit below the waist. All
pants or shorts must fit around the waist and be properly fastened.
7. Hair shall be clean and neatly groomed. Hair may not be sprayed by any coloring
that would drip when wet. Hair dye shshall be a natural color, with the exception of
temporary dyes used during spirit days and or dress up days as part of a costume.
Coaches and teachers may impose more stringent dress requirements to accommodate the
special needs of certain sports and/or classes.
Students who are in violation of the dress code will be sent to the office and given the
opportunity to correct the problem. Repeat offenders may face disciplinary action.
The administration has the final word on appropriate clothing.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT
The Governing Board recognizes that sexual harassment can cause embarrassment, feelings of
powerlessness, loss of self-confidence, reduced ability to perform schoolwork, and increased
absenteeism or tardiness.
Teachers shall discuss this policy with their students in age-appropriate ways and assure them
that they need not endure any form of sexual harassment.
The Board encourages students or staff to immediately report incidences of sexual harassment
to the principal or designee. Each complaint of sexual harassment shall be promptly
investigated in a way that respects the privacy of all parties concerned. In no case shall the
student be required to resolve the complaint directly with the offending person.
HUMAN RELATIONS
Hate or bigotry acts are not tolerated at Grenada Elementary School. Such acts include
intimidation, name-calling, verbal harassment, physical force, or threat of physical force directed
against another student, their family or their property, motivated either in whole or in part by
hostility to their race, language spoken, color, sex, religion, handicap, national origin,
immigration status, age, or political beliefs. “Bullying” will not be tolerated.
Willful obscene, abusive, or profane language or gestures, including racial, religious, ethnic or
sexual slurs constitute unacceptable behavior. Threats are not a “joke” and
will be taken seriously.
STANDARDS OF STUDENT BEHAVIOR

Discipline is an essential element of the total program.
Students shall be held to a strict account for their conduct throughout the day. Our
staff encourages and solicits the cooperation of the home in regulating the conduct
of all students. (Education Code Sections 44807 and 48915).
In accordance with District policy and California Education Code, when the
following behaviors are committed at school, the students are subject to
suspension or expulsion:
• Threatening, attempting, or inflicting physical injury to another person.
• Possessing, selling or furnishing any replica of a firearm, knifes, explosive or other
dangerous object.
• Offering, furnishing or selling any substitute substance represented as a controlled
substance or intoxicant of any kind.
• Committing robbery or extortion.
• Causing or attempting to cause damage to school or private property.
• Stealing or attempting to steal school or private property.
• Possessing or use of tobacco.
• Committing an obscene act or engaging in habitual profanity or vulgarity.
• Offering, furnishing or selling any drug or drug paraphernalia.
• Disrupting school activities or willfully defying the authority of school personnel.
No student shall be recommended for suspension for any of the above acts unless such acts
are related to school activity or attendance. These acts may occur at any time, including, but not
limited to, while on school ground; while going to or coming from school; during the lunch
period, whether on or off campus; during, while going to, or while coming from a school
sponsored activity.
ABOLITION OF CORPORAL PUNISHMENT: The use of corporal punishment as a disciplinary

option at any grade level and with any student is abolished and corporal discipline in any form is
not to be used within this District.
DISCIPLINARY CONSEQUENCES: PROGRESSIVE DISCIPLINE

(Code violations will result in one or more of the following disciplinary actions)
NON-VIOLENT INFRACTIONS (Disciplinary action to be determined by staff)

1) Verbal warning or reprimand.
2) Refocus form.
3) Office Referral.
CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE OR VIOLATION OF ABSOLUTE.

1) 1st Referral: Phone call to parent. Copy of referral form sent home.
2) 2nd Referral: Phone call to parent. Copy of referral form sent home.
3) 3rd Referral: Phone call to parent. Copy of referral form sent home.
4) 4th Referral: Students will receive an office referral to see principal.
Conference with parent and principal/designee. Upon the 4th referral in one quarter the
student will receive a suspension.
VIOLENT INFRACTIONS:
Defined as:
• Involves fighting, injury, or violation of California Education Code, and/or
• Willful destruction of school or personal property.
Disciplinary action taken on will depend upon seriousness of infraction and reviewed on a case-
by-case basis. Disciplinary action is at the discretion of the administration.
1) Conference with parent and principal/designee.
2) In-school suspension
3) Out of school suspension
4) Expulsion.
5) Parents may also be held financially responsible for damages or injury.
Code of Conduct: Standards of Student Behavior
Dear Parents,
Many centuries ago, people learned they needed laws to help them cooperate and
achieve goals. They also discovered sometimes penalties that were needed to
prevent laws from being ignored. The best laws seemed to be simple in intent, fair
and helpful to all. The Standards describe school rules and the consequences used
to help our students develop self-discipline and good habits.
Children need simple, easy to understand rules. Our rules for Grenada Elementary
School children can be summarized very simply:
1. BE SAFE- Never do anything that could cause harm to you or another

person.
2. RESPECT YOURSELF - Always strive to be the best you can.
3. RESPECT OTHERS - Always be considerate of another person's beliefs and

feelings.
4. RESPECT PROPERTY - Always respect the rights and belongings of others

as well as yourself.
5. RESPECT AUTHORITY - Be attentive and polite.
In order to become self-disciplined, children need to learn that there are

rewarding or non-rewarding consequences to all behavior. An important part of
Grenada Elementary School's Standards for Student Behavior will be the
description of rewards and consequences used to help children modify their
behavior. Our focus is not on punishment, but on helping children to develop into
good citizens.
Please review the school discipline code with your child and support our school's
effort to help your child become all that s/he can be. The administration of the
Grenada Elementary School District reserves the right to review and act
independently on any individual case.
If you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to call. Thank you for your
cooperation in this very important matter.
GingerLee Charles,
Principal
CODE OF CONDUCT
ARRIVAL CONDUCT
1. Students are expected to arrive on time. The first warning bell is at 8:25
am. The “tardy” bell is at 8:30 am.
2. When the bell rings at 8:25 am students are to line up in their assigned
areas.
3. There is no supervision before 7:45 a.m.; therefore,
students are not to arrive before then.
4. Bicycles are to be WALKED at all times on school
grounds, including perimeter sidewalks.
5. Riding skateboards, “razor” boards, roller blades, skates, and/or skate shoes
is never permitted on school grounds. These should not be brought to school
at any time.
6. Students should enter the yard in an orderly manner and proceed directly to
the playground or to the cafeteria area for breakfast.
7. After arrival, students are not to leave the school grounds
without authorization for any reason.
8. Students should use the restroom BEFORE the bell rings.
9. On rainy days students should go directly to the cafeteria or
their classrooms.
10. Climbing on or over fences and gates is prohibited.
11. Please do not walk across the grass areas or flower beds.
CAFETERIA CONDUCT
1. Students should walk with their teachers to the cafeteria line and remain
orderly while waiting to be served.
2. Students who bring their lunches should walk directly to their designated
eating areas.
3. Students will eat in the lunch area only. FOOD IS NOT TO BE TAKEN
ONTO THE YARD.
4. Students should remain seated while eating.
5. Students are encouraged to use good eating manners and to speak softly to
their neighbors.
6. Throwing food is prohibited.
7. Students are responsible for their food tray and should eat the food on
their own tray only.
8. Students are encouraged to leave their table and the surrounding area clean.
All litter and uneaten food should be out in the trash containers.
9. Students should use the restroom during their PLAY time -- AFTER eating,
but BEFORE the bell rings.
CLASSROOM CONDUCT
1. Students will enter the classroom with a positive attitude toward learning.
2. Students will behave in a manner that does not interfere with classroom
instruction.
3. Students will be respectful and follow directions from their teachers, teacher
assistants, or adult volunteers.
4. Students will respect the rights and belongings of others. They will speak and
act courteously to each other at all times.
5. Students will treat textbooks and school materials with care. Students and
their parents will be held financially responsible for all lost or damaged books
and property.
6. Students will obtain permission before leaving the classroom for any reason.
7. Students are responsible for helping their teacher keep the classroom clean
and orderly.
8. Guest teachers or substitutes while are treated with the same
respect and courtesy as all Grenada School staff.
DISMISSAL CONDUCT
1. Students are expected to walk in an orderly manner from their
classroom to the gates or appropriate after school activities.
2. Students must walk home safely, observing all stop signs and signals. Cross the
street ONLY where there is a walkway, a crossing guard, or a traffic light.
3. Students should walk with two or more in a group and never talk with strangers.
HEALTH AND SAFETY CONDUCT

1. Students are expected to pay attention during emergency drills in order to
ensure emergency readiness. They must listen to the teacher's directions and
walk orderly and quietly to designated areas.
2. Students are to keep entrances and exits clear to avoid accidents.
3. Running, shoving and other forms of rowdiness are prohibited.
4. Students are encouraged to wear appropriate dress, safe shoes and to maintain
personal cleanliness.
5. Sharp instruments, knives, weapons or replicas of weapons of any kind are
prohibited at school.
6. Students should not bring food or drink to school in glass containers.
7. Chewing gum is not allowed at school in grades K-5. Middle school students in
grades 6-8 may earn the privilege. This is subject to teacher approval..
Students should not bring ANY food to school, unless it is for nutrition, lunch
or authorized classroom functions.
8. All medicines must remain in the nurse's office. They should be administered
only by nurse or other authorized person. Appropriate forms must be on file.
9. Parents must tell the teacher of any illness or disease that their child has
contracted. All disease and serious illness must be documented with a note
from a doctor.
10. Students should wash their hands with soap and water after using the
bathroom. Paper towels are to be disposed of in the trashcans, NOT in the
sink, on the floor, or in the toilet.
PLAYGROUND CONDUCT
1. Students will demonstrate honesty, fair play and good sportsmanship in all
activities.
2. Students will treat all property and equipment in proper and safe manner.
3. Appropriate language is to be used at all times on the school campus. No
profanity, name-calling, teasing, and bullying is allowed.
4. Students will listen to and cooperate with teachers, aides, students and
others who have authority on the yard.
5. Students must act in a manner not dangerous to themselves and others.
They will not push, hit, kick, hang on, or grab anyone else. Fighting, "play-
fighting", and martial arts are prohibited.
6. Students should play in assigned areas only. No one is allowed behind the
bungalows or in parking lot. Kindergarten and First grade students play on
the Primary yard.
7. Students who do not wish to play may sit on the benches and talk.
8. Students should only play with the equipment the school provides. All other
toys, radios, games, etc. should be left at home unless specific permission
has been given. Excessive money and valuable personal items do not belong at
school.
9. Students will WALK at all times except during organized games.
10. Students must obtain a permission slip from a teacher or yard duty adult if
they want to go to the office, cafeteria, Shannon’s room, Library, etc..
11. Students may not play or loiter in the restroom.
12. When the bell rings, students will “freeze”, pick up all play equipment, and
then walk directly to their line-up area. ALL PLAYING STOPS AT THIS
TIME!
POLICY STATEMENT REGARDING PREJUDICE AND DISCRIMINATION
The Grenada Elementary School District is committed to providing a working and

learning environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on an
individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender, ethnic group identification, race,
ancestry, national origin, religion, color, immigration status, age, political belief or
mental or physical disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local
law, ordinance, or regulation. Harassment under Title IX (sex), Title VI (race,
color, or national origin), and Section 504 and Title II of the ADA (mental or
physical disability) is a form of unlawful discrimination that will not be tolerated by
the District. Harassment is intimidation or abusive behavior toward a
student/employee that creates a hostile environment. Harassing conduct can take
many forms, including verbal acts and name-calling, graphic and written statements,
or conduct that is physically threatening or humiliating.
All employees and students will so conduct themselves by word, gesture, act, and
demeanor so as to assure that all others will be accorded just and equitable
consideration, regard, and treatment. Prejudice or discrimination in any form is
deemed to be unethical, as well as illegal, and will not be tolerated. Any violation of
this policy will result in disciplinary action.
This nondiscrimination policy covers admission and access to, and treatment and
employment in, the District's programs and activities, including vocational
education. The lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and
participation in the District's programs or activities.
Additional information prohibiting other forms of unlawful discrimination,

harassment, inappropriate behavior, and/or hate crimes may be found in other
District policies that are available in all schools and offices. It is the intent of the
District that all such policies are read consistently to provide the highest level of
protection from unlawful discrimination in the provisions of educational services
and opportunities. The District prohibits retaliation against anyone who files a
complaint or participates in a complaint investigation. For assistance or to file a
complaints related to discrimination or harassment based on student’s sex (Title
IX); sexual orientation, or gender identity (Title 5, CCR, §4910); race, color, or
national origin (Title VI); or mental or physical disability (Section 504),
contact the Main Office at (530) 436-223
Grenada Elementary School District 2010-
2011
ANNUAL NOTIFICATION OF
THE UNIFORM COMPLAINT PROCEDURESS (UCP)
For students, employees, parents or guardians of its students, school and district advisory
committees, appropriate private school officials or representatives, and other interested parties
The Grenada Elementary School District has the primary responsibility to insure compliance with
applicable state and federal laws and regulations and has established procedures to address
allegations of unlawful discrimination and complaints alleging violation of state or federal laws
governing educational programs.
The Grenada Elementary School District shall investigate and seek to resolve complaints using
policies and procedures known as the Uniform Complaint Procedures (UCP) adopted by our
local board. Unlawful discrimination complaints may be based on actual or perceived sex, sexual
orientation, gender, ethnic group identification, race, ancestry, national origin, religion, color, or
mental or physical disability, or age, or on a person’s association with a person or group with one
or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, in any program or activity that receives or
benefits from state financial assistance. The UCP shall also be used when addressing complaints
alleging failure to comply with state and/or federal laws in Consolidated Categorical Aid
Programs, Migrant Education, Career Technical And Technical Education And Training
Programs, Child Nutrition Programs, Special Education Programs, and Federal Safety Planning
Requirements.
Complaints must be filed in writing with the following compliance officer:
Name and Title of Compliance Officer: GingerLee Charles, Principal/Superintendent
Address: PO Box 10, 516 Shasta Blvd,

Grenada, CA 96038
Telephone Number: (530) 436-2233
Complaints alleging discrimination must be filed within six (6) months from the date the alleged
discrimination occurred or the date the complainant first obtained knowledge of the facts of the
alleged discrimination, unless the time for filing is extended by the superintendent or his or her
designee.
Complaints will be investigated and a written Decision or report will be sent to the complainant
within sixty (60) days from the receipt of the complaint. This sixty (60) day time period may be
extended by written agreement of the complainant. The LEA person responsible for investigating
the complaint shall conduct and complete the investigation in accordance with sections 4680-
4687 and in accordance with local procedures adopted under section 4621.
The complainant has a right to appeal the LEA’s Decision to the California Department of
Education (CDE) by filing a written appeal within 15 days of receiving the LEA’s Decision. The
appeal must include a copy of the complaint filed with the LEA and a copy of the LEA’s
Decision.
Civil law remedies may be available under state or federal discrimination laws, if applicable. In
appropriate cases, an appeal may be filed pursuant to Education Code Section 262.3. A
complainant may pursue available civil law remedies outside of the LEA’s complaint
procedures. Complainants may seek assistance from mediation centers or public/private interest
attorneys. Civil law remedies that may be imposed by a court include, but are not limited to,
injunctions and restraining orders.
A copy of the Grenada Elementary School District’s UCP policy and complaint procedures shall
be available free of charge.
Uniform Complaint Procedures: If you require a UCP

form contact the Main Office to pick up a form or
request that one be sent to you or check the GESD
website at http://www.grenada.k12.ca.us/ .
California Department of Education Grenada Elementary
School District
Uniform Complaint Procedures Williams Settlement Form

For Education Code Section 35186 Complaints
Education Code (EC) Section 35186 created a procedure for the filing of complaints concerning
deficiencies related to instructional materials, conditions of facilities that are not maintained in a
clean or safe manner or in good repair, and teacher vacancy or misassignment. The complaint and
response are public documents as provided by statute. Complaints may be filed anonymously.
However, if you wish to receive a response to your complaint, you must provide the following contact
information.
Response requested:  Yes  No
Name: (Optional) Mailing Address: _
Phone Number: (Optional) Day:_ Evening:
Issue of complaint (please check all that apply):

1. Textbooks and Instructional Materials
 A pupil, including an English learner, does not have standards-aligned textbooks or
instructional materials or state-adopted or district-adopted textbooks or other required
instructional materials to use in class.
 A pupil does not have access to textbooks or instructional materials to use at home or after
school. This does not require two sets of textbooks or instructional materials for each pupil.
 Textbooks or instructional materials are in poor or unusable condition, have missing pages,
or are unreadable due to damage.
 A pupil was provided photocopied sheets from only a portion of a textbook or instructional
materials to address a shortage of textbooks or instructional materials.
2. Facility Conditions
 A condition poses an urgent or emergency threat to the health or safety of students or
staff, including: gas leaks, nonfunctioning heating, ventilation, fire sprinklers or air-
conditioning systems, electrical power failure, major sewer line stoppage, major pest or
vermin infestation, broken windows or exterior doors or gates that will not lock and that
pose a security risk, abatement of hazardous materials previously undiscovered that pose an
immediate threat to pupils or staff, structural damage creating a hazardous or
uninhabitable condition, and any other emergency conditions the school district determines
appropriate.
 A school restroom has not been maintained or cleaned regularly, is not fully operational and
has not been stocked at all times with toilet paper, soap, and paper towels or functional
hand dryers.
 The school has not kept all restrooms open during school hours when pupils are not in
classes, and has not kept a sufficient number of restrooms open during school hours when
pupils are in classes.
3. Teacher Vacancy or Misassignment
 Teacher vacancy - A semester begins and a teacher vacancy exists. (A teacher vacancy is a
position to which a single designated certificated employee has not been assigned at the
beginning of the year for an entire year or, if the position is for a one-semester course, a
beginning of a semester for an entire semester.)
 Teacher misassignment - A teacher who lacks credentials or training to teach English
learners is assigned to teach a class with more than 20 percent English learner pupils in the
class.
 Teacher misassignment - A teacher is assigned to teach a class for which the teacher lacks
subject matter competency.
Date of Problem:
Location of Problem (School Name, Address, and Room Number or Location):_
Course or Grade Level and Teacher Name:
Please describe the issue of your complaint in detail. You may attach additional pages if necessary to fully
describe the situation.
__
Please file this complaint at the following location:
GingerLee Charles, Principal/Superintendent GESD

PO Box 10, 516 Shasta Blvd,
Grenada, CA 96038
Community Relations BP 1312.1
COMPLAINTS CONCERNING DISTRICT EMPLOYEES
The Governing Board accepts responsibility for providing a means by which the public can hold
employees accountable for their actions. The Board desires that complaints be resolved
expeditiously without disrupting the educational process.
The Superintendent/principal or designee shall develop regulations which permit the public to
submit complaints against district employees in an appropriate way. These regulations shall
protect the rights of involved parties. The Board may serve as an appeals body if the complaint
is not resolved.
(cf. 1312.2 - Complaints Concerning Instructional Materials)

(cf. 1312.3 - Uniform Complaint Procedures)
(cf. 3515.2 - Disruptions)
The Board prohibits retaliation against complainants. The Superintendent/principal or designee

at his/her discretion may keep a complainant's identity confidential, except to the extent
necessary to investigate the complaint. The district will not investigate anonymous complaints
unless it so desires.
Legal Reference:
EDUCATION CODE
33308.1 Guidelines on procedure for filing child abuse complaints
35146 Closed sessions
44031 Personnel file contents and inspection
44811 Disruption of public school activities
44932-44949 Resignation, dismissal and leaves of absence (rights of employee; procedures to follow)
48987 Child abuse guidelines
GOVERNMENT CODE
54957 Closed session; complaints re employees
54957.6 Closed session; salaries or fringe benefits
PENAL CODE
273 Cruelty or unjustifiable punishment of child
11164-11174.3 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
WELFARE AND INSTITUTIONS CODE
300 Minors subject to jurisdiction of juvenile court
Management Resources:
CDE LEGAL ADVISORIES
0910.93 Guidelines for parents to report suspected child abuse by school district employees or other
persons against a pupil at school site (LO:4-93)
Policy GRENADA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT
adopted: December 15, 1997 Grenada, California
Community Relations AR 1312.1(a)
COMPLAINTS CONCERNING DISTRICT EMPLOYEES
The Superintendent or designee shall determine whether a complaint should be considered a

complaint against the district and/or an individual employee, and whether it should be resolved
by the district’s process for complaints concerning personnel and/or other district procedures.

(cf. 4144/4244/4344 - Complaints)
To promote prompt and fair resolution of the complaint, the following procedures shall govern
the resolution of complaints against district employees:
1. Every effort should be made to resolve a complaint at the earliest possible stage.
Whenever possible, the complainant should communicate directly to the employee in order to
resolve concerns.
2. If a complainant is unable or unwilling to resolve the complaint directly with the

employee, he/she may submit an oral or written complaint to the employee’s immediate
supervisor or the principal.
3. All complaints related to district personnel other than administrators shall be submitted in
writing to the principal or immediate supervisor. If the complainant is unable to prepare
the complaint in writing, administrative staff shall help him/her to do so. Complaints
related to a principal or central office administrator shall be initially filed in writing with
the Superintendent or designee. Complaints related to the Superintendent shall be initially
filed in writing with the Board.
4. When a written complaint is received, the employee shall be notified within five days or
in accordance with collective bargaining agreements.
5. A written complaint shall include:
a. The full name of each employee involved
b. A brief but specific summary of the complaint and the facts surrounding it
c. A specific description of any prior attempt to discuss the complaint with the
employee and the failure to resolve the matter

AR 1312.1(b)
COMPLAINTS CONCERNING DISTRICT EMPLOYEES (continued)
6. Staff responsible for investigating complaints shall attempt to resolve the complaint to the
satisfaction of the parties involved within 30 days.
7. Both the complainant and the employee against whom the complaint was made may
appeal a decision by the principal or immediate supervisor to the Superintendent or
designee, who shall attempt to resolve the complaint to the satisfaction of the person
involved within 30 days. Parties should consider and accept the Superintendent or
designee’s decision as final. However, the complainant, the employee, or the
Superintendent or designee may ask to address the Board regarding the complaint.
8. Before any Board consideration of a complaint, the Superintendent or designee shall

submit to the Board a written report concerning the complaint, including but not limited
to:
a. The full name of each employee involved
b. A brief but specific summary of the complaint and the facts surrounding it,
sufficient to inform the Board and the parties as to the precise nature of the
complaint and to allow the parties to prepare a response
c. A copy of the signed original complaint
d. A summary of the action taken by the Superintendent or designee, together with

his/her specific finding that the problem has not been resolved and the reasons
9. The Board may uphold the Superintendent’s decision without hearing the complaint.
10. All parties to a complaint may be asked to attend a Board meeting in order to clarify the
issue and present all available evidence.
11. A closed session may be held to hear the complaint in accordance with law.
(cf. 9321 - Closed Session Purposes and Agendas)

(cf. 9323 - Meeting Conduct)
12. The decision of the Board shall be final.
Any complaint of child abuse or neglect alleged against a district employee shall be reported to
the appropriate local agencies in accordance with law, Board policy and administrative
regulation.
(cf. 5141.4 - Child Abuse Reporting Procedures
Regulation GRENADA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT
approved: May 11, 2001 Grenada, California
Community Relations BP 1312.2(a)
COMPLAINTS CONCERNING INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
The Governing Board uses a comprehensive process to adopt district instructional materials that
is based on selection criteria established by law and Board policy and includes opportunities for
the involvement of parents/guardians and community members. Complaints concerning the
content or use of instructional materials, including textbooks, supplementary instructional
materials, library materials, or other instructional materials and equipment, shall be properly and
fairly considered using established complaint procedures.
(cf. 6161.1 - Selection and Evaluation of Instructional Materials)

(cf. 6161.11 - Supplementary Instructional Materials)
(cf. 6163.1 - Library Media Centers)
Parents/guardians are encouraged to discuss any concerns regarding instructional materials with
their child’s teacher and/or the school principal. If the situation remains unresolved, a complaint
may be filed using the process specified in the administrative regulation.
The district shall accept complaints concerning instructional materials only from staff, district
residents, or the parents/guardians of children enrolled in a district school.
When deliberating upon challenged materials, the Superintendent and/or review committee shall
consider the educational philosophy of the district, the professional opinions of teachers of the
subject and of other competent authorities, reviews of the materials by reputable bodies, the
teacher's stated objectives in using the materials, community standards, and the objections of the
complainant.
Complainants are encouraged to accept the Superintendent’s or review committee’s decision.

However, if the complainant finds that decision unsatisfactory, he/she may appeal the decision to
the Board.
(cf. 9322 - Agenda/Meeting Materials)
The district’s decision shall be based on educational suitability of the materials and the criteria
established in Board policy and administrative regulation.
(cf. 6144 - Controversial Issues)
(cf. 9000 - Role of the Board)
(cf. 9005 - Governance Standards)
When any challenged instructional material is reviewed by the district, it shall not be subject to
further reconsideration for 12 months, unless the Superintendent determines that reconsideration
is warranted.
Complaints related to sufficiency of textbooks or instructional materials shall be resolved

pursuant to the district’s Williams uniform complaint procedure at AR 1312.4.
BP 1312.2(b)
COMPLAINTS CONCERNING INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS (continued)
(cf. 1312.1 - Complaints Concerning District Employees)

(cf. 1312.4 - Williams Uniform Complaint Procedures)
Legal Reference:
EDUCATION CODE
18111 Exclusion of books by governing board
35010 Control of district; prescription and enforcement of rules
35186 Williams Uniform Complaint Procedures
44805 Enforcement of course of studies; use of textbooks, rules and regulations
51501 Subject matter reflecting on race, color, etc.
60000-60005 Instructional materials, legislative intent
60040-60048 Instructional requirements and materials
60119 Public hearing on sufficiency of materials 60200-
60206 Elementary school materials
60226 Requirements for publishers and manufacturers 60400-
60411 High school textbooks
60510-60511 Donation of sale of obsolete instructional materials
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION PROGRAM ADVISORIES
1002.90 Selection of Instructional Materials, CIL: 90/91-02
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION PUBLICATIONS
Standards for Evaluation of Instructional Materials with Respect to Social Content, 1986 edition, revised
2001
WEB SITES
CSBA: http://www.csba.org
California Department of Education, Curriculum and Instruction: http://www.cde.ca.gov/ci

adopted: June 22, 2006 Grenada, California
Step 1: Informal Complaint

If a staff member, district resident, or parent/guardian of a pupil enrolled in a district school has a
complaint regarding the content or use of any specific instructional material, he/she shall
informally discuss the material in question with the principal.
Step 2: Formal Complaint
If the complainant is not satisfied with the principal’s initial response, he/she shall present a
written complaint to the principal. Complaints regarding printed material shall name the author,
title, and publisher and shall identify the objection by page and item numbers. In the case of
nonprinted material, written information specifying the precise nature of the objection shall be
given. Complainants shall sign all complaints and provide identifying information so that the
district is able to make a proper reply. Anonymous complaints will not be accepted.
Upon receiving a complaint, the principal shall acknowledge its receipt and answer any questions
regarding procedure. The principal then shall notify the Superintendent or designee and the
teacher(s) involved of the complaint.
During the investigation of the complaint, the challenged material may remain in use until a final
decision has been reached. However, upon request of the parent/guardian who has filed the
complaint, his/her child may be excused from using challenged materials until a resolution has
been reached. The teacher shall assign the pupil an alternate material of equal merit.
Step 3: Superintendent Determination
The Superintendent or designee shall determine whether a review committee should be convened
to review the complaint.
If the Superintendent or designee determines that a review committee is not necessary, he/she
shall issue a decision regarding the complaint.
Step 4: Review Committee
If the Superintendent or designee determines that a review committee is necessary, he/she shall
appoint a committee composed of administrators and staff members selected from relevant
instructional and administrative areas. The Superintendent or designee may also appoint
community members to serve on the committee.
The review committee shall review the criteria specified in Board policy and shall determine the
extent to which the challenged material supports the curriculum, the educational appropriateness
of the material, and its suitability for the age level of the pupil.
AR 1312.2(b)
Within 30 days of being convened, the review committee shall summarize its findings in a
written report. The Superintendent or designee shall notify the complainant of the committee’s
decision within 15 days of receiving the committee’s report.
Step 5: Appeal to the Governing Board
If the complainant remains unsatisfied, he/she may appeal the Superintendent’s or the review
committee’s decision to the Board. The Board’s decision shall be final.
(cf. 9322 - Agenda/Meeting Materials)

approved: June 22, 2006 Grenada, California
Community Relations E 1312.2(a)
REQUEST FOR RECONSIDERATION OF

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
This form is for use only by district employees, district residents, or parents/guardians of
children enrolled in a district school to challenge the content or use of an instructional
material. For complaints regarding sufficiency of instructional materials, please use the
Williams Uniform Complaint Procedure complaint form.
Date:
Name of person filing complaint:

Anonymous complaints will not be accepted.
Group represented (if any):_
Phone: E-mail address, if any:
Address:
Material Being Challenged:
Title:
Author:
Publisher: Date of Edition:
Name of school/classroom material was used:
1. Please specifically state the nature of your concern or objection and identify your
objection by page, tape sequence, video frame, or words, as appropriate. You may use
additional pages if necessary.
2. Did you read/view the entire selection?
3. For what age group would you recommend this material?
4. If not, what percentage did you read/view, or what parts?
E 1312.2(b)
5. What do you feel might be the result if a pupil reads/views this material?
6. What would you like the school to do about this material?

 Do not assign it to my child
 Withdraw it from all pupils
 Reconsider it
Signature of complainant
For District Use:
Request received by: Date:
Title:
Action taken: Date:
ExhibitGRENADA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Version: June 22, 2006 Grenada, California
Community Relations BP 1312.3(a)
UNIFORM COMPLAINT PROCEDURES
The Governing Board recognizes that the district is primarily responsible for complying with
applicable state and federal laws and regulations governing educational programs. The district
shall investigate complaints alleging failure to comply with such laws and/or alleging
discrimination and shall seek to resolve those complaints in accordance with the district’s
uniform complaint procedures. (5 CCR 4620)
The district shall follow uniform complaint procedures when addressing complaints alleging
unlawful discrimination against any protected group as identified under Education Code 200 and
220 and Government Code 11135, including actual or perceived sex, sexual orientation, gender,
ethnic group identification, race, ancestry, national origin, religion, color, or mental or physical
disability, or age, or on the basis of a person’s association with a person or group with one or
more of these actual or perceived characteristics in any district program or activity that receives
or benefits from state financial assistance. (5 CCR 4610)
Uniform complaint procedures shall also be used when addressing complaints alleging failure to
comply with state and/or federal laws in adult education programs, consolidated categorical aid
programs, migrant education, career technical and technical education and career technical and
technical training programs, child care and development programs, child nutrition programs, and
special education programs. (5 CCR 4610)
(cf. 0410 - Nondiscrimination in District Programs and Activities)

(cf. 1312.1 - Complaints Concerning District Employees)
(cf. 3553 - Free and Reduced Price Meals)
(cf. 4031 - Complaints Concerning Discrimination in Employment)
(cf. 5141.4 - Child Abuse Prevention and Reporting)
(cf. 5148 - Child Care and Development)
(cf. 6159 - Individualized Education Program)
(cf. 6171 - Title I Programs)
(cf. 6174 - Education for English Language Learners)
(cf. 6175 - Migrant Education Program)
(cf. 6178 - Vocational Education)
(cf. 6200 - Adult Education)
Complaints related to sufficiency of textbooks or instructional materials, emergency or urgent

facilities conditions that pose a threat to the health or safety of pupils or staff, and teacher
vacancies and misassignments shall be investigated pursuant to the district’s Williams uniform
complaint procedure (AR 1312.4).
(cf. 1312.4 - Williams Uniform Complaint Procedures)

The Board encourages the early, informal resolution of complaints at the site level whenever
possible.
BP 1312.3(b)
UNIFORM COMPLAINT PROCEDURES (continued)
The Board acknowledges and respects every individual’s right to privacy. Discrimination
complaints shall be investigated in a manner that protects the confidentiality of the parties and
the integrity of the process. This may include keeping the identity of the complainant
confidential, as appropriate and except to the extent necessary to carry out the investigation or
proceedings, as determined by the Superintendent or designee, on a case-by-case basis.
(cf. 4119.23/4219.23/4319.23 - Unauthorized Release of Confidential/Privileged Information)

(cf. 5125 - Pupil Records)
(cf. 9011 - Disclosure of Confidential/Privileged Information)
The Board prohibits any form of retaliation against any complainant in the complaint process,
including but not limited to a complainant’s filing of a complaint or the reporting of instances of
discrimination. Such participation shall not in any way affect the status, grades, or work
assignments of the complainant.
The Board recognizes that a neutral mediator can often suggest a compromise that is agreeable to
all parties in a dispute. In accordance with uniform complaint procedures, whenever all parties
to a complaint agree to try resolving their problem through mediation, the Superintendent or
designee shall initiate that process. The Superintendent or designee shall ensure that the results
are consistent with state and federal laws and regulations.
Legal Reference: (see next page)
BP 1312.3(c)
Legal Reference:
EDUCATION CODE
200-262.4 Prohibition of discrimination
8200-8498 Child care and development programs
8500-8538 Adult basic education
18100-18203 School libraries
32289 School safety plan, uniform complaint procedure
35186 Williams uniform complaint procedure
41500-41513 Categorical education block grants
48985 Notices in language other than English
49060-49079 Student records
49490-49590 Child nutrition programs 52160-
52178 Bilingual education programs 52300-52490
Career-technical education
52500-52616.24 Adult schools
52800-52870 School-based coordinated programs
54000-54028 Economic impact aid programs
54100-54145 Miller-Unruh Basic Reading Act
54400-54425 Compensatory education programs
54440-54445 Migrant education
54460-54529 Compensatory education programs
56000-56867 Special education programs
59000-59300 Special schools and centers
64000-64001 Consolidated application process
PENAL CODE
422.6 Interference with constitutional right or privilege
CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 5
3080 Application of section
4600-4687 Uniform complaint procedures
4900-4965 Nondiscrimination in elementary and secondary education programs
UNITED STATES CODE, TITLE 20
6301-6577 Title I basic programs
6601-6777 Title II preparing and recruiting high quality teachers and principals
6801-6871 Title III language instruction for limited English proficient and immigrant students
7101-7184 Safe and Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act
7201-7283g Title V promoting informed parental choice and innovative programs
7301-7372 Title V rural and low-income school programs
WEB SITES
California Department of Education: http://www.cde.ca.gov
U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/index.html

adopted: June 22, 2006 Grenada, California
UNIFORM COMPLAINT PROCEDURES
Compliance Officers
The Governing Board designates the following compliance officer(s) to receive and investigate
complaints and to ensure district compliance with law:
Superintendent/Principal
P.O. Box 10
Grenada, CA 96038
(530) 436-2233
The Superintendent or designee shall ensure that employees designated to investigate complaints
are knowledgeable about the laws and programs for which they are responsible. Designated
employees may have access to legal counsel as determined by the Superintendent or designee.
(cf. 9124 - Attorney)
Notifications
The Superintendent or designee shall annually provide written notification of the district’s
uniform complaint procedures to pupils, employees, parents/guardians, the district advisory
committee, school advisory committees, appropriate private school officials or representatives,
and other interested parties. (5 CCR 4622)
The Superintendent or designee shall make available copies of the district’s uniform complaint
procedures free of charge. (5 CCR 4622)
The notice shall:
1. Identify the person(s), position(s), or unit(s) responsible for receiving complaints
2. Advise the complainant of any civil law remedies that may be available to him/her under
state or federal discrimination laws, if applicable
3. Advise the complainant of the appeal process pursuant to Education Code 262.3,
including the complainant’s right to take a complaint directly to the California
Department of Education (CDE) or to pursue remedies before civil courts or other public
agencies
4. Include statements that:

a. The district is primarily responsible for compliance with state and federal laws
and regulations.
AR 1312.3(b)
b. The complaint review shall be completed within 60 calendar days from the date of
receipt of the complaint unless the complainant agrees in writing to an extension
of the timeline
c. An unlawful discrimination complaint must be filed not later than six months
from the date the alleged discrimination occurs, or six months from the date the
complainant first obtains knowledge of the facts of the alleged discrimination
d. The complainant has a right to appeal the district’s decision to the CDE by filing a
written appeal within 15 days of receiving the district’s decision
e. The appeal to the CDE must include a copy of the complaint filed with the district
and a copy of the district’s decision
(cf. 5145.6 - Parental Notifications)
Procedures
The following procedures shall be used to address all complaints which allege that the district
has violated federal or state laws or regulations governing educational programs. Compliance
officers shall maintain a record of each complaint and subsequent related actions, including all
information required for compliance with 5 CCR 4631 and 4633.
All parties involved in allegations shall be notified when a complaint is filed, when a complaint
meeting or hearing is scheduled, and when a decision or ruling is made.
Step 1: Filing of Complaint
Any individual, public agency, or organization may file a written complaint of alleged
noncompliance by the district. (5 CCR 4630)
A complaint alleging unlawful discrimination shall be initiated no later than six months from the
date when the alleged discrimination occurred, or six months from the date when the
complainant first obtained knowledge of the facts of the alleged discrimination. A complaint
may be filed by a person who alleges that he/she personally suffered unlawful discrimination or
by a person who believes that an individual or any specific class of individuals has been
subjected to unlawful discrimination. (5 CCR 4630)
The complaint shall be presented to the compliance officer who shall maintain a log of
complaints received, providing each with a code number and a date stamp.
AR 1312.3(c)
If a complainant is unable to put a complaint in writing due to conditions such as a disability or

illiteracy, district staff shall assist him/her in the filing of the complaint. (5 CCR 4600)
Step 2: Mediation
Within three days of receiving the complaint, the compliance officer may informally discuss with
the complainant the possibility of using mediation. If the complainant agrees to mediation, the
compliance officer shall make all arrangements for this process.
Before initiating the mediation of a discrimination complaint, the compliance officer shall ensure
that all parties agree to make the mediator a party to related confidential information.
If the mediation process does not resolve the problem within the parameters of law, the
compliance officer shall proceed with his/her investigation of the complaint.
The use of mediation shall not extend the district's timelines for investigating and resolving the
complaint unless the complainant agrees in writing to such an extension of time. (5 CCR 4631)
Step 3: Investigation of Complaint
The compliance officer is encouraged to hold an investigative meeting within five days of
receiving the complaint or an unsuccessful attempt to mediate the complaint. This meeting shall
provide an opportunity for the complainant and/or his/her representative to repeat the complaint
orally.
The complainant and/or his/her representative shall have an opportunity to present the complaint
and evidence or information leading to evidence to support the allegations in the complaint. (5
CCR 4631)
A complainant’s refusal to provide the district’s investigator with documents or other evidence
related to the allegations in the complaint, or his/her failure or refusal to cooperate in the
investigation or his/her engagement in any other obstruction of the investigation, may result in
the dismissal of the complaint because of a lack of evidence to support the allegation. (5 CCR
4631)
The district’s refusal to provide the investigator with access to records and/or other information
related to the allegation in the complaint, or its failure or refusal to cooperate in the investigation
or its engagement in any other obstruction of the investigation, may result in a finding, based on
evidence collected, that a violation has occurred and may result in the imposition of a remedy in
favor of the complainant. (5 CCR 4631)
AR 1312.3(d)
Step 4: Response
Within 30 days of receiving the complaint, the compliance officer shall prepare and send to the
complainant a written report of the district's investigation and decision, as described in Step #5
below. If the complainant is dissatisfied with the compliance officer's decision, he/she may,
within five days, file his/her complaint in writing with the Board.
The Board may consider the matter at its next regular Board meeting or at a special Board
meeting convened in order to meet the 60-day time limit within which the complaint must be
answered. The Board may decide not to hear the complaint, in which case the compliance
officer's decision shall be final.
If the Board hears the complaint, the compliance officer shall send the Board's decision to the
complainant within 60 days of the district's initial receipt the complaint or within the time period
that has been specified in a written agreement with the complainant. (5 CCR 4631)
Step 5: Final Written Decision
The district's decision shall be in writing and sent to the complainant. (5 CCR 4631)
The district's decision shall be written in English and in the language of the complainant
whenever feasible or as required by law.
The decision shall include:
1. The findings of fact based on the evidence gathered (5 CCR 4631)
2. The conclusion(s) of law (5 CCR 4631)
3. Disposition of the complaint (5 CCR 4631)
4. Rationale for such disposition (5 CCR 4631)
5. Corrective actions, if any are warranted (5 CCR 4631)
6. Notice of the complainant's right to appeal the district’s decision within 15 days to the
CDE and procedures to be followed for initiating such an appeal (5 CCR 4631)
7. For discrimination complaints, notice that the complainant must wait until 60 days have
elapsed from the filing of an appeal with the CDE before pursuing civil law remedies
AR 1312.3(e)
If an employee is disciplined as a result of the complaint, the decision shall simply state that
effective action was taken and that the employee was informed of district expectations. The
report shall not give any further information as to the nature of the disciplinary action.
Appeals to the California Department of Education
If dissatisfied with the district's decision, the complainant may appeal in writing to the CDE
within 15 days of receiving the district's decision. When appealing to the CDE, the complainant
must specify the basis for the appeal of the decision and whether the facts are incorrect and/or
the law has been misapplied. The appeal shall be accompanied by a copy of the locally filed
complaint and a copy of the district’s decision. (5 CCR 4632)
Upon notification by the CDE that the complainant has appealed the district’s decision, the
Superintendent or designee shall forward the following documents to the CDE: (5 CCR 4633)
1. A copy of the original complaint
2. A copy of the decision
3. A summary of the nature and extent of the investigation conducted by the district, if not
covered by the decision
4. A copy of the investigation file, including but not limited to all notes, interviews, and
documents submitted by the parties and gathered by the investigator
5. A report of any action taken to resolve the complaint
6. A copy of the district’s complaint procedures
7. Other relevant information requested by the CDE
The CDE may directly intervene in the complaint without waiting for action by the district when
one of the conditions listed in 5 CCR 4650 exists, including cases in which the district has not
taken action within 60 days of the date the complaint was filed with the district.
Civil Law Remedies

A complainant may pursue available civil law remedies outside of the district's complaint
procedures. Complainants may seek assistance from mediation centers or public/private interest
attorneys. Civil law remedies that may be imposed by a court include, but are not limited to,
injunctions and restraining orders. For discrimination complaints, however, a
AR 1312.3(f)
complainant must wait until 60 days have elapsed from the filing of an appeal with the CDE
before pursuing civil law remedies. The moratorium does not apply to injunctive relief and is
applicable only if the district has appropriately, and in a timely manner, apprised the complainant
of his/her right to file a complaint in accordance with 5 CCR 4622.

approved: June 22, 2006 Grenada, California
WILLIAMS UNIFORM COMPLAINT PROCEDURES
Cautionary Notice: As added and amended by SBX3 4 (Ch. 12, Third Extraordinary Session, Statutes
of 2009) and ABX4 2 (Ch. 2, Fourth Extraordinary Session, Statutes of 2009), Education Code 42605
grants district flexibility in "Tier 3" categorical programs. The Grenada Elementary School District has
accepted this flexibility and thus is deemed in compliance with the statutory or regulatory program and
funding requirements for these programs for the 2008-2009 through 2012-2013 fiscal years. As a
result, the district may temporarily suspend certain provisions of the following policy or regulation that
reflect these requirements. For further information, please contact the Superintendent or designee.
Types of Complaints
The district shall use the following procedures to investigate and resolve complaints when the
complainant alleges that any of the following has occurred: (Education Code 35186; 5 CCR
4681, 4682, 4683)
1. Textbooks and instructional materials
a. A pupil, including an English learner, does not have standards-aligned textbooks

or instructional materials or state- or district-adopted textbooks or other required
b. A pupil does not have access to textbooks or instructional materials to use at

home or after school. This does not require two sets of textbooks or instructional
materials for each pupil.
c. Textbooks or instructional materials are in poor or unusable condition, have

missing pages, or are unreadable due to damage.
d. A pupil was provided photocopied sheets from only a portion of a textbook or

instructional materials to address a shortage of textbooks or instructional
materials.
(cf. 6161.1 - Selection and Evaluation of Instructional Materials)
2. Teacher vacancy or misassignment
a. A semester begins and a teacher vacancy exists.
b. A teacher who lacks credentials or training to teach English learners is assigned to

teach a class with more than 20 percent English learner pupils in the class.
(cf. 4112.22 - Staff Teaching Students of Limited English Proficiency)
c. A teacher is assigned to teach a class for which the teacher lacks subject matter
competency.
AR 1312.4(b)
WILLIAMS UNIFORM COMPLAINT PROCEDURES (continued)
Teacher vacancy means a position to which a single designated certificated employee has
not been assigned at the beginning of the year for an entire year or, if the position is for a
one-semester course, a position to which a single designated certificated employee has
not been assigned at the beginning of the semester for an entire semester. (Education
Code 35186; 5 CCR 4600)
Beginning of the year or semester means the first day classes necessary to serve all the
pupils enrolled are established with a single designated certificated employee assigned
for the duration of the class, but not later than 20 working days after the first day pupils
attend classes for that semester. (5 CCR 4600)
Misassignment means the placement of a certificated employee in a teaching or services

position for which the employee does not hold a legally recognized certificate or
credential or the placement of a certificated employee in a teaching or services position
that the employee is not otherwise authorized by statute to hold. (Education Code 35186;
5 CCR 4600)
(cf. 4112.2 - Certification)

(cf. 4113 - Assignment)
3. Facilities
a. A condition poses an emergency or urgent threat to the health or safety of pupils

or staff.
Emergency or urgent threat means structures or systems that are in a condition

that poses a threat to the health and safety of pupils or staff while at school,
including, but not limited to, gas leaks; nonfunctioning heating, ventilation, fire
sprinklers, or air-conditioning systems; electrical power failure; major sewer line
stoppage; major pest or vermin infestation; broken windows or exterior doors or
gates that will not lock and that pose a security risk; abatement of hazardous
materials previously undiscovered that pose an immediate threat to pupils or staff;
structural damage creating a hazardous or uninhabitable condition; or any other
condition deemed appropriate. (Education Code 17592.72)
b. A school restroom has not been cleaned, maintained, or kept open in accordance
with Education Code 35292.5.
Clean or maintained school restroom means a school restroom has been cleaned
or maintained regularly, is fully operational, or has been stocked at all times with
toilet paper, soap, or paper towels or functional hand dryers. (Education Code
35292.5)
AR 1312.4(c)
Open restroom means the school has kept all restrooms open during school hours
when pupils are not in classes and has kept a sufficient number of restrooms open
during school hours when pupils are in classes. This does not apply when the
temporary closing of the restroom is necessary for pupil safety or to make repairs.
4. High school exit examination intensive instruction and services

A pupil, including an English learner, who has not passed the exit exam by the end of
grade 12 was not provided the opportunity to receive intensive instruction and services
pursuant to Education Code 37254(d)(4) and (5) after completion of grade 12 for two
consecutive academic years or until the pupil has passed both parts of the exam,
whichever comes first. (Education Code 35186)
(cf. 6162.52 - High School Exit Examination)

(cf. 6179 - Supplemental Instruction)
Filing of Complaint
A complaint alleging any condition(s) specified in items #1-3 in the section entitled "Types of
Complaints" above shall be filed with the principal or designee at the school in which the
complaint arises. The principal or designee shall forward a complaint about problems beyond
his/her authority to the Superintendent or designee in a timely manner, but not to exceed 10
working days. (Education Code 35186; 5 CCR 4680)
A complaint alleging any deficiency specified in item #4 in the section entitled "Types of
Complaints" above shall be filed with a district official designated by the Superintendent. Such
complaints may be filed at the district office or school site and shall be immediately forwarded to
the Superintendent or designee. (Education Code 35186)
Investigation and Response

The principal or designee shall make all reasonable efforts to investigate any problem within
his/her authority. He/she shall remedy a valid complaint within a reasonable time period not to
exceed 30 working days from the date the complaint was received. (Education Code 35186; 5
CCR 4685)
Complaints may be filed anonymously. If the complainant has indicated on the complaint form
that he/she would like a response to the complaint, the principal or designee shall report the
resolution of the complaint to him/her within 45 working days of the initial filing of the
complaint. If a response is requested, the response shall be made to the mailing address of the
complainant as indicated on the complaint form. At the same time, the principal or designee
shall report the same information to the Superintendent or designee. (Education Code 35186; 5
CCR 4680, 4685)
AR 1312.4(d)
When Education Code 48985 is applicable and the complainant has requested a response, the
response shall be written in English and in the primary language in which the complaint was
filed. (Education Code 35186)
If a complainant is not satisfied with the resolution of a complaint, he/she has the right to
describe the complaint to the Governing Board at a regularly scheduled meeting. (Education
Code 35186; 5 CCR 4686)
For any complaint concerning a facilities condition that poses an emergency or urgent threat to
the health or safety of pupils or staff as described in item #3a in the section entitled "Types of
Complaints" above, a complainant who is not satisfied with the resolution proffered by the
principal or Superintendent or designee may file an appeal to the Superintendent of Public
Instruction within 15 days of receiving the district's response. The complainant shall comply
with the appeal requirements specified in 5 CCR 4632. (Education Code 35186; 5 CCR 4687)
All complaints and written responses shall be public records. (Education Code 35186; 5 CCR
4686)
(cf. 1340 - Access to District Records)
Reports
The Superintendent or designee shall report summarized data on the nature and resolution of all
complaints to the Board and the County Superintendent of Schools on a quarterly basis. The
report shall include the number of complaints by general subject area with the number of
resolved and unresolved complaints. These summaries shall be publicly reported on a quarterly
basis at a regularly scheduled Board meeting. (Education Code 35186; 5 CCR 4686)
Forms and Notices
The Superintendent or designee shall ensure a Williams complaint form is available at each
school. However, complainants need not use the district's complaint form in order to file a
complaint. (Education Code 35186; 5 CCR 4680)
The Superintendent or designee shall ensure that the district's complaint form contains a space to
indicate whether the complainant desires a response to his/her complaint and specifies the
location for filing a complaint. A complainant may add as much text to explain the complaint as
he/she wishes. (Education Code 35186; 5 CCR 4680)
AR 1312.4(e)
The Superintendent or designee shall ensure that a notice is posted in each classroom in each
school containing the components specified in Education Code 35186. (Education Code 35186)
Legal Reference:
EDUCATION CODE
1240 County superintendent of schools, duties
17592.72 Urgent or emergency repairs, School Facility Emergency Repair Account
33126 School accountability report card
35186 Williams uniform complaint procedure
35292.5 Restrooms, maintenance and cleanliness
37254 Supplemental instruction based on failure to pass exit exam by end of grade 12
48985 Notice to parents in language other than English
60119 Hearing on sufficiency of instructional materials
CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 5
4600-4687 Uniform complaint procedures, especially: 4680-
4687 Williams complaints
WEB SITES
California County Superintendents Educational Services Association: http://www.ccsesa.org
California Department of Education, Williams case: http://www.cde.ca.gov/eo/ce/wc/index.asp
State Allocation Board, Office of Public School Construction: http://www.opsc.dgs.ca.gov

approved: February 17, 2011 Grenada, California
Community Relations E(1) 1312.4
NOTICE TO PARENTS/GUARDIANS, PUPILS, AND TEACHERS:

COMPLAINT RIGHTS
Parents/Guardians, Pupils, and Teachers:
Education Code 35186 requires that the following notice be posted in each classroom:
1. There should be sufficient textbooks and instructional materials. For there to be

sufficient textbooks and instructional materials, each pupil, including English learners,
must have a textbook or instructional material, or both, to use in class and to take home.
2. School facilities must be clean, safe, and maintained in good repair. Good repair means
that the facility is maintained in a manner that assures that it is clean, safe and functional
as determined by the Office of Public School Construction.
3. There should be no teacher vacancies or misassignments as defined in Education Code

35186(h)(1) and (2).
Misassignment means the placement of a certificated employee in a teaching or services

position for which the employee does not hold a legally recognized certificate or
credential or the placement of a certificated employee in a teaching or services position
that the employee is not otherwise authorized by statute to hold.
Teacher vacancy means a position to which a single designated certificated employee has
not been assigned at the beginning of the year for an entire year or, if the position is for a
one-semester course, a position to which a single designated certificated employee has
not been assigned at the beginning of a semester for an entire semester.
4. To file a complaint regarding any of the above matters, complaint forms can be obtained
at the principal’s office or the district office, or can be downloaded from the school
district’s or California Department of Education’s website.

version: January 19, 2006 Grenada, California
Community Relations E(2) 1312.4(a)
COMPLAINT FORM: WILLIAMS UNIFORM COMPLAINT PROCEDURES
Education Code 35186 creates a procedure for the filing of complaints concerning deficiencies
related to instructional materials, conditions of facilities that are not maintained in a clean or safe
manner or in good repair, teacher vacancy or misassignment, or the lack of opportunity to
receive intensive instruction and services to pupils who did not pass one or both parts of the high
school exit examination by the end of grade 12. The complaint and response are public
documents as provided by law. Complaints may be filed anonymously. However, if you wish to
receive a response to your complaint, you must provide the contact information below.
Response requested? 
Yes No
Contact information:
Name:
Address:
Phone number: Day: Evening:
E-mail address, if any:
Location of the problem that is the subject of this complaint:

School name/address:
Course title/grade level and teacher name:
Room number/name of room/location of facility:
Date problem was observed:
Only the following issues may be the subject of this complaint process. If you wish to
complain about an issue not specified below, please use the appropriate district complaint
procedure.
Specific issue(s) of the complaint: (Please check all that apply. A complaint may contain more
than one allegation.)
E(2) 1312.4(b)
1. Textbooks and instructional materials: (Education Code 35186; 5 CCR 4681)

 A pupil, including an English learner, does not have standards-aligned textbooks or
instructional materials or state- or district-adopted textbooks or other required
 A pupil does not have access to textbooks or instructional materials to use at home or
after school. This does not require two sets of textbooks or instructional materials for
each pupil.
 Textbooks or instructional materials are in poor or unusable condition, have missing
pages, or are unreadable due to damage.
 A pupil was provided photocopied sheets from only a portion of a textbook or
instructional materials to address a shortage of textbooks or instructional materials.
2. Teacher vacancy or misassignment: (Education Code 35186; 5 CCR 4681)

 A semester begins and a teacher vacancy exists. A teacher vacancy is a position to
which a single designated certificated employee has not been assigned at the beginning
of the school year for an entire year or, if the position is for a one-semester course, a
beginning of a semester for an entire semester.
 A teacher who lacks credentials or training to teach English learners is assigned to
teach a class with more than 20 percent English learners in the class.
 A teacher is assigned to teach a class for which the teacher lacks subject matter
competency.
3. Facility conditions: (Education Code 17592.72, 35186, 35292.5; 5 CCR 4683)

 A condition exists that poses an emergency or urgent threat to the health or safety of
pupils or staff including gas leaks; nonfunctioning heating, ventilation, fire sprinklers,
or air-conditioning systems; electrical power failure; major sewer line stoppage; major
pest or vermin infestation; broken windows or exterior doors or gates that will not lock
and that pose a security risk; abatement of hazardous materials previously undiscovered
that pose an immediate threat to pupils or staff; structural damage creating a hazardous
or uninhabitable condition; and any other condition deemed appropriate by the district.
 A school restroom has not been cleaned or maintained regularly, is not fully operational,
or has not been stocked at all times with toilet paper, soap, or paper towels or functional
hand dryers.
 The school has not kept all restrooms open during school hours when pupils are not in
classes and has not kept a sufficient number of restrooms open during school hours
when pupils are in classes. This does not apply when temporary closing of the restroom
is necessary for pupil safety or to make repairs.
E(2) 1312.4(c)
4. High school exit exam intensive instruction and services: (Education Code 35186)
 Pupils who have not passed the high school exit exam by the end of grade 12 were not
provided the opportunity to receive intensive instruction and services pursuant to
Education Code 37254(d)(4) and (5) after the completion of grade 12.
Please describe the issue of your complaint in detail. You may attach additional pages and
include as much text as necessary to fully describe the situation. For complaints regarding
facilities conditions, please describe the emergency or urgent facilities condition and how that
condition poses a threat to the health or safety of pupils or staff.
Please file this complaint at the following location:
(principal or title of designee of the Superintendent)
(address)
Please provide a signature below. If you wish to remain anonymous, a signature is not required.
However, all complaints, even anonymous ones, should be dated.
(signature) (date)

version: February 17, 2011 Grenada, California
Grenada Community Day School (Temporarily closed)
Mission Statement: The mission of the Grenada Community Day School is to

provide a learning environment that is conducive to the success of every student it
serves. This will be done through a variety of measures including asset
development, resiliency programs, pro-social skills, providing a standards based
curriculum and identifying and building on the strengths of individual students.
Grenada Community Day School

Daily Schedule
8:00 School Begins
8:00 - 8:30 Silent Reading 30 min.
8:30 - 9:30 Language Arts Block 1 60 min.
9:30-9:45 Healthy Living 15 min.
9:45 - 10:40 Language Arts: Block 2 55 min.
10:40 - 11:40 Math 60 min.
11:40 - 12:10 Lunch 30 min.
12:10 - 12:50 Social Studies 40 min.
12:50 - 1:20 PE 30 min.
1:20 - 2:30 Science/Community Service 70 min.
2:30 Dismissal
Teachers will be available to students for 15 minutes before and after school, upon
request.
Total Instructional Minutes per day = 360
180 regular days of attendance = 64,800
Total Instructional Minutes per year = 64,800
There are no minimum days for Community Day School

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TEACHERS MAINTENANCE/BUS DRIVER

MISSION "Our mission is to provide a thinking-based curriculum which addresses needs

Teacher’s Signature: Grade: Date:

Student’s Signature: Date:

The Administrator’s Signature: Date:

Parent’s Signature: Date:

8:25 Warning Bell : Students should line up.

8:30 Tardy Bell: Students should be in seats in the classroom.

9:45 – 10:00 First Recess (grades 5th -8th)

10:00 – 10:20 Second Recess (grades K -4th)

11:45 – 12:05 First Lunch (K - 2nd)

12:15 - 12:25 Second Lunch (3rd – 5th)

12:30 – 12:40 Third Lunch Recess (grades (6th – 8th)

2:00 Kindergarten Dismissal

2:50-6:00 SAFE After School Program (1:20 – 6:00 on Minimum Days)

Kindergarten: Total Instructional Minutes Per Year = 50,400

Total Instructional Minutes per day =290 minutes

Total Instructional Minutes per day = 310 minutes

Total Instructional Minutes per Day = 325

§ E.C. 48260. Definition; legislative intent

Tardies are excused for the following reasons:

Withdrawal from School

Inter-district Transfer/Reciprocal Agreement

An inter-district transfer/reciprocal agreement is when parents/guardians wish to

California Education Code sections 46600-46601 (Outside Source) permits parents/guardians to

If a request for an inter-district transfer/reciprocal agreement is denied, the student’s

Inter-district Transfer Because of Parent Employment/Allen Bill

Grenada Elementary School has a team of professionals to provide specialized services,

Teacher Qualifications (No Child Left Behind: Parental Notification Requirement)

Master Plan for English Learner (EL) Students

Hearing and Vision Screening

Other Health Services

Resource Specialist Program

Services to Handicapped Students

Special Education Program

The SELPA provides the following:

• Program availability for all children with disabilities )

Speech and Language

Gifted and Talented Education

• The California Standards Test (CSTs)

Student Medical Insurance

School Site Council

Grenada Sports Foundation

Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)

Minimum Day Schedules

Private Vehicle Requirements

o 6 passenger sedans 5 passengers + driver

Consequences for Minor and Major Category A Behavior Violations

Consequences for Major Category B Behavior Violations

Communicable Disease Information

Disease Incubation Period May Return to School

Chicken Pox 14 to 21 days Minimum seven days after appearance

German Measles 14 to 21 days When rash is gone usually 18 days

Impetigo Within 5 days Must be under treatment and visible

Influenza 1 to 3 days On complete recovery

Mumps 12 to 26 days Until swelling of the salivary glands

Measles 10 days Until rash is gone

Ringworm 10 to 14 days Must be under treatment and visible

Scabies (Itch) 24 to 48 hours Must remain at home until completely