Charles A. Lindbergh

Elementary School

  Student Flight Manual  

2008-2009  

Tulsa Public Schools  
Independent School District Number One  
Tulsa, Oklahoma  

Dr. Michael Zolkoski, Ed.D., Ph.D.  
Superintendent of Schools

Bobbie Booker  
Area III Superintendent

 Deidre Prevett  
Principal

Members of  
The Board of Education  

Gary Percefull-Dist 1, President  
Ruth Ann Fate-Dist 6, Vice-President  
Oma Jean Copeland-Dist 2  
Lana Turner Addison-Dist3  
Bobbie Gray-Dist 4  
Brian Hunt-Dist 5  
Matt Livingood-Dist 7

Tulsa School Calendar  
2008 - 2009

First Quarter  - Mon., August 11, 2008 - Mon., October 13, 2008  
Second Quarter  - Tue., October 14, 2008 - Fri., December 19, 2008  
Third Quarter  - Mon., January 5, 2009 - Fri., March 13, 2009  
Fourth Quarter  - Mon., March 23, 2009 –Fri., May 22, 2009  

CLASSES WILL NOT BE IN SESSION ON THE FOLLOWING DAYS

  This calendar includes 3 snow days.  

LINDBERGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL  
931 S. 89^th E. Ave.  
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74112  
833-8700

  SCHOOL MOTTO: “Soaring into the Future” in the “Spirit of Excellence”
  SCHOOL COLORS: Royal Blue and White

     SCHOOL MASCOT:  Eagle

WELCOME TO LINDBERGH

          Welcome to Lindbergh Elementary School.  We provide a positive, caring and supportive environment where each child will experience success every day.  Our caring and highly-qualified faculty and staff look forward to sharing exciting and interesting educational experiences with our students and their families. 

As we strive for excellence, we value the partnership between home and school.  Parents are encouraged to be active participants in the education of their children.

          This handbook is provided to help students and parents understand our school policies, guidelines and practices.  If you would like more information, have questions or concerns please feel free to contact the school.

School office hours are from 7:30 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.

Lindbergh Elementary - 833-8700

Attendance - 833-8710

Health Clinic – 387-3710

Cafeteria – 387-3709

Bus Questions and Concerns - 833-8100

Lindbergh Fax Number - 833-8716

Tulsa Public Schools Website:  www.tulsaschools.org

Lindbergh Website:  www.tulsaschools.org/lindbergh

VISION

Tulsa Public Schools—The District of Choice

Lindbergh Elementary School---Your School of Choice

MISSION

As a learning community, we are dedicated to maintaining a safe, threat-free environment where the dignity and worth of each person is recognized, valued and respected.  We provide quality learning experiences for every student, every day, without exception.

GOALS

Ø      Each student will meet or exceed state and national standards by demonstrating mastery of a comprehensive curriculum.

Ø      We will maintain a safe, threat-free environment that encourages mutual respect and caring among students and adults.

Ø      We will acknowledge cultural diversity, individual uniqueness and worth.

Ø      We will secure and maintain community involvement and partnerships.

Ø      We will improve student learning through parental involvement.

Ø      We will demonstrate research-based practices in the areas of technology, instructional strategies, classroom management, and curriculum development.

Ø      We will identify and pursue financial resources through community and school partnerships, resources and grants.

Ø      We will continually pursue openness to innovative practices through professional development.

ENROLLMENT

ENROLLMENT

Students must be properly enrolled in the school office before attending classes.  Students enrolling in Pre-K must be four (4) by September 1st. Students enrolling in Kindergarten must be five (5) by September 1st.

Information that is required for enrollment includes:

·        Birth Certificate

·        Proof of Residency in the Lindbergh Boundary, or a transfer approved

by the District Transfer Office.

·        Up-to-date Immunization Records.

·        Social Security Number

PRE-K PROGRAM

·        Pre-K program hours are 7:55-2:45.

·        Enrollment is on a first come, first served basis.

·        Chronic attendance problems or failure to observe school hours will result in dismissal of the student from the program.

ATTENDANCE

School attendance is a very important part of the student’s learning process.   Parents are, by law, accountable for their child’s attendance.   A direct relationship exists between attendance and academic progress.  It is our hope that by working together we can maximize your child’s potential for a successful school year.   

ARRIVAL

TEACHERS ARE NOT ON DUTY TO SUPERVISE CHILDREN BEFORE 7:40 A.M. The school cannot be responsible for students who arrive earlier than the times stated above.  School doors open at 7:40.  School starts at 7:55.

EXCUSED ABSENCES

If your child cannot come to school, you need to report the absence and the reason for the absence to the school attendance office before 9:00a.m.  The phone number for the attendance clerk is 833-8710.

Following are reasons for excusing absences:

·        Student illness.  Must be fever free for 24 hours before returning to school.  If student is absent three days or more, a doctor’s note must be brought to the office before the child will be admitted to class.

·        Death in the immediate family.

·        Observance of a religious holiday.

Students who have ten consecutive unexplained absences will be withdrawn.  If the student returns to school a parent must accompany the child and complete the entire enrollment process again.

 If you do not contact the school, the absence will be considered an unexplained absence.  After 3 unexplained absences or tardies you will be contacted by a school official.  Excessive unexcused absences are grounds for interventions by school personnel and referral to the District Attorney’s office for non-compliance of State Laws regarding compulsory school attendance.  Students with excessive absences may be retained. 

TARDINESS

·        Children are expected to be punctual in arriving at their assigned areas.  They are expected to be in the assigned place and ready to work when the second bell rings at 7:55 A.M.  Any student who is not in class at the appropriate time will report to the office for a tardy slip.  When a child arrives after 7:55 a.m., the student is to obtain a tardy slip from the office before reporting to class.

·        Students arriving after 9:00a.m. will need to be accompanied by an adult or a note written by a parent/guardian giving the reason for being tardy.

·        Students who arrive after 9:00 a.m. are considered absent one-half day.

DISMISSAL FROM SCHOOL

Children are expected to remain at school until dismissal time, unless the parent or legal guardian obtains an official release of the student.

Early Release

·        Parents/guardians are requested to schedule appointments after the school day to avoid the need for a late arrival or early dismissal.  If it becomes necessary for students to be excused from school for a medical appointment or other unavoidable emergency, the parents/guardians come to the office and sign out the child.  Students will not be released to anyone not on student information card unless the office receives written permission from the parent/guardian.

·        Early pick-up should not become a regular practice.  Valuable class instruction is missed and students do not get full educational benefits if they leave early.

·        Dismissal at the end of the day is very difficult.  Unless you have an emergency after 2:30, you will be asked to wait for the regular release time to pick up your child.

Dismissal at the End of the School Day

Parents who wish to meet their child inside the building at dismissal time are to wait for their child in the lobby area by the office.   Parents and visitors are not to go to the classroom areas before dismissal.  A Visitor Badge that is obtained in the school office is required before going to classroom areas. 

Children are expected to leave school within fifteen (15) minutes of dismissal time.    Parents of students who walk home are encouraged to discuss with their children the importance of going directly home or to their designated caregiver after school.

We realize unexpected delays in picking up children occasionally occur.  In such a situation, we have the following expectations.

·        If the ride has not arrived within 15 minutes after dismissal, the child is expected to go to the gym where he/she will remain seated until the parent or authorized person arrives.  TEACHERS ARE NOT ON DUTY TO SUPERVISE CHILDREN AFTER 3:00 PM. 

·        Parents are encouraged to notify the office if they are going to be late.  This helps reassure the child.

·        After 3:30, the parent or authorized person is to come to the office upon arrival, so the office staff will know the child has been picked up.

·        If a child remains at school beyond 3:45, assistance from the Tulsa Police Department will be requested to assist the child.

STUDENT INFORMATION /EMERGENCY INFORMATION

All students are required to have a completed and accurate information form on file in the office.  This information is to be kept current at all times.  Please notify the school office immediately of any changes in home or work phone numbers, addresses or other emergency information.  This is vital in the event of an emergency while the child is at school.

VISITORS/GUESTS

All visitors, volunteers and parents are required to sign in at the office and state the reason for the visit whenever they are in our school.  Visitors will be escorted to their destination.  This policy applies at all times, including dismissal times.  Visitors will be given a Visitor Badge to wear while in the school.  The badge is to be returned to the office when leaving.  This policy is in place to provide for the safety of all persons in our school.

There are a few times that someone may need to visit a class to observe a specific student or activity; such a visit must be arranged in advance with the teacher.  This visit should usually not be more than 45 minutes.  Parent-teacher conferences must be scheduled with the teacher prior to conferencing.  Unscheduled conferences before school and during class times are not allowed because they interfere with the teaching-learning process for students.

Students may not bring school-age visitors with them to classes. It is not our intent to appear un-wanting of people in school, but it is our purpose to protect the instructional time of all students. 

TELEPHONE/WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION DEVICES

The office telephone is a business phone and is to be used by students only in emergencies.  Please inform your child of after school arrangements before he/she arrives at school.  Children will be called to the telephone only for emergency situations. 

Wireless telecommunications devices are not to be used at school.  Students are prohibited from using wireless devices during the academic school day including passing periods and lunch periods whether inside or outside the building unless expressly approved by the principal or designee.

In order to avoid any disruption of the educational process, all wireless devices placed in lockers must be turned off.  Wireless devices are not allowed on the student’s person, including, but not limited to, purses, pockets, and backpacks. 

A violation of any part of this policy will result in the wireless device being confiscated by the administration and other discipline as warranted. The confiscated device must be picked up by the parent/guardian and will not be released to any student.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

MEDICATIONS

All medications are to be kept in the school clinic.  Medication will be given to the student only with the written authorization on the Administration of Medications Form provided by TPS Health Services.  Prescription medications must be in a currently dated vial or properly labeled container which states the name of the patient, physician and directions for administering.  Non-prescription medications must also be properly labeled with the child’s name and specific instructions for administering.  No aspirin products will be given unless prescribed by a physician.

The parent is required to bring all medications to the clinic.  Students are not to bring the medications to school.  Please do not send more than a week’s supply of all medication unless a longer time has been authorized by the Tulsa Public School’s Registered Nurse.

IMMUNIZATIONS

All children must present, upon initial entry to school, a certified immunization record indicating the date and type of immunization received.  A licensed physician or an authorized public health representative must sign this record.  Students who are currently receiving immunizations are required to maintain the schedule as directed by the physician or Health Department until requirements are met.  Immunizations must be kept up to date.

 ILLNESS AND/OR INJURY

If a child is injured or becomes ill, every effort is made to contact the parent.  Parents are expected to provide accurate and up-to-date telephone numbers and addresses of where they may be reached during the school day.  The names and phone numbers of others who may be contacted for an emergency are also required. 

If the parent or other designated person cannot be reached in the event of a severe medical emergency, an ambulance may be called to transport the child to a hospital or emergency center.  The cost for this service will be the responsibility of the parent or legal guardian.

IS YOUR CHILD TOO SICK TO COME TO SCHOOL?

While attendance is important, sick children should not be sent to school.  These guidelines may help parents to determine if your child is too sick to come to school.

·     Fever above 100 degrees F. within the past 24 hours

·     Continuous or frequent cough, vomiting or diarrhea within the past 24 hours

·     An unidentified rash

·     Open, draining wounds.  Minor abrasions should be kept covered with a clean dressing while at school.

·     Head lice

·     Any communicable disease

·     Specific instructions or advice of your physician

TRANSPORTATION       

CROSSING GUARD     

A School Crossing Guard assists children who must cross Eleventh Street before and after school.  This Guard is stationed at the intersection of S. 89^th E. Avenue and 11^th Street.  Children are expected to cross 11^th Street at this location.

SCHOOL SAFETY PATROL

Lindbergh Elementary has a student safety patrol that is used to help provide supervision for safety to all students at school.  The patrol members are assigned the duties of monitoring the loading and unloading of the busses at school, the passage of students in the hallway before and after school.  Other duties may be assigned by the sponsor as necessary.

Students are expected to respect each Safety patrol member on duty and follow their directions.  Safety Patrol members are selected from the fifth grade by the patrol sponsor and the principal. 

BICYCLES / SCOOTERS / SKATEBOARDS

Scooters and skateboards are not allowed at school.  Any child who rides a bicycle to school is to park the bicycle in the racks on the north or west side of the building.  Students are not to ride the bicycle on the school grounds or in the parking lot.  Students shall walk with the bicycle until they are off the school grounds or parking lot.  Bicycles are to remain in the racks until dismissal.  Children are not to play on or near the bicycle racks.  Locks for the bicycle are strongly encouraged.  The school is not responsible for bicycles.

BUS TRANSPORTATION

Bus transportation may be provided to students who live within the Lindbergh attendance area and greater than 1½ miles from Lindbergh.  The TPS Transportation Department determines eligibility.  Qualified students who desire bus transportation are required to have an approved transportation form on file in the office. Children who are not regular bus riders with an approved transportation form on file are not allowed to ride the bus.

Riding the bus to and from school is a privilege.  Children are expected to exhibit appropriate behavior while riding the bus and at the designated bus stops.  If a child exhibits inappropriate or disruptive behavior on the school bus or at the bus stop, the driver will inform the principal by completing a bus conduct report stating the problem.  The principal will inform the parent via the bus conduct form.  Bus riding privileges can and will be revoked for inappropriate behavior.  The safety of all children is of primary importance.  A student may be removed from riding the bus for behavioral reasons including, but not limited to, the following:

Talking to the bus driver while bus is in motion Leaving seat while bus is in motion

Disrespect to bus driver                                                Reserving seats for other students

Putting any part of the body out of the bus windows     Indecent behavior

Loud talking or distracting behavior                              Throwing objects in or off the bus

Destruction of school property                          Fighting

Offensive/vulgar language                                            Spitting in the bus

Excessive littering                                                        Drinking or eating

Refusal to follow the directions of the bus driver         Unlocking emergency door

Bus riders are NOT allowed to walk home or ride another bus without a written note from the parent/guardian, which has been approved by the principal.

PARKING LOT PROCEDURES

All adults and children are expected to observe the following parking lot procedures to ensure the safety of all children.

·        All traffic flows in an eastward or northern direction in the main parking lot.  Traffic enters from the east entrances of both the main parking lot and the north parking lot.

·        Motorists are expected to use extreme caution and drive slowly while in the parking lot and adjacent streets.

·        Children going to a car in the parking lot are to be accompanied by the adult who is providing their transportation.

·        Adults are to park their cars in designated parking spaces and assist their child with crossing the parking lot and streets adjacent to the school.

·        Cars are never to be left unattended in the line of traffic, adjacent to the building, or by the West Doors.  This includes parking during school hours.   Areas adjacent to the building are designated as the “fire lanes”.  Parking in “fire lane” spacing is a violation of the fire codes. 

·        The flow of traffic is expected to proceed smoothly.  Drivers are not to park in the line of traffic while waiting for children.  If the student is not at the pick-up area, the driver is expected to proceed through the lot.

·        Drivers are to never back up their vehicles while in the lanes of traffic.

·        Vehicles are to travel through the lots in a single lane of traffic.  Drivers are not to pull around and pass other cars that are in the lane of traffic.

·        Students are not allowed to cross the parking lot alone or walk between cars in the lane of traffic.   

·        The driveway by the west door is closed to cars between 2:30 and 3:15 p.m.  This driveway is reserved for school buses and authorized commercial day care vans during this time.

·        Students are to remain behind the north fence at the prefab parking lot gate until their car is at the sidewalk area, or until the parent/guardian comes to the gate.

·        Students are not to ride bicycles in the parking lot, on sidewalks, or on the school grounds.

CHILD NUTRITION

The Child Nutrition Program provides lunch in the school cafeteria each school day.  Meal tickets may be purchased from the Cafeteria Manager.  A student who has lost or forgotten his/her lunch money may obtain an emergency charge ticket.  The parents are responsible for paying the emergency charge the following day.

FREE OR REDUCED MEAL TICKETS

Applications for free or reduced price meals are available in the school office or cafeteria.  Parents are strongly encouraged to make application anytime during the school year when they believe they may qualify for this program.  Approval for free or reduced meal prices can mean significant savings to families and additional funding for our school and students.

BREAKFAST

Breakfast is served in the classroom free of charge to all students at  7:45a.m.  Students arriving after 8:00a.m. cannot be served breakfast.  Please make every effort to have your child a school on time. 

LUNCH

Students are expected to remain at school for lunch unless the parent/guardian comes to the school office for the child’s release from school.  When, the child returns from lunch, the parent is to come to the office to sign the child back into school.

Students have the option of bringing their lunch or purchasing their lunch in the cafeteria.  All food is to be eaten in the cafeteria.

CHARGE POLICY

The District Meal Charge Policy allows no more than three meal charges per student.  The Child Nutrition Department will enforce this procedure.

When a meal is charged, the student will be given a slip to take home as a reminder that there is no money on the student’s account.  When it is necessary to charge a third meal, a final notice will be sent.  If no money is received after this final notice, an alternate meal will be served until meals charged are paid.  Parents are encouraged to prepay for the student’s meals to prevent any advancement to the final notice concerning the above charge policy.

CAFETERIA MANNERS AND PROCEDURES

Appropriate manners and behavior in the cafeteria are expected so each person may enjoy his/her meal.  The following cafeteria procedures are to be followed by each student:

·        Wash hands before eating.

·        Walk to the assigned serving line mark.

·        Wait patiently at the serving line door until space is available at

the serving counter. 

·        Speak in quiet voices and only to those at your table.

·        Raise your hand to leave the seating area.

·        Clean your eating space.

·        Put your tray and trash in the trash bins.

STUDENT CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE

The Lindbergh Staff is committed to maintaining a positive, safe and threat-free environment.  A concerted effort is made by the staff to encourage students in the development of self-discipline.  The Community Guidelines and Lifeskills form the basis of the discipline policy.  Procedures and routines are taught so students are very clear about what is expected.

Personal Best is defined by the18 Lifeskills

                  Effort                    Responsibility                   Initiative

                  Integrity                 Patience                          Courage

                  Perseverance           Problem Solving                Cooperation

        Friendship              Sense of Humor                Pride

                  Common Sense        Caring                              Curiosity

                  Flexibility               Organization                             Resourcefulness

Students and staff have developed “The Positive Five” to remind students of appropriate school behavior.

·         BE KIND AND SHOW RESPECT FOR OTHERS AT ALL TIMES.

·                     LISTEN TO LEARN.

·         FOLLOW DIRECTIONS.

·         COMPLETE ASSIGNMENTS ON TIME.

·         RESPECT SCHOOL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY.

CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT

No person has the right to interfere with the learning or well being of others.  Behavior that is dangerous or disruptive to the learning environment will not be tolerated.  It is, therefore, sometimes necessary to impose penalties or consequences for inappropriate behavior.  These consequences include, but are not limited to, conferences with parents, loss of recess or other privileges, referrals, lunch detention, In-School Suspension, Second Chance, or Suspension from School.  Logical consequences related to the inappropriate behavior are imposed to the extent possible.

Children with reoccurring discipline problems may be placed on an individualized behavior plan agreed upon by the teacher, parent, child, and principal.  Severe disruption or extreme behavior may result in immediate removal or suspension of student. 

Items brought from home that are not allowed at school will be confiscated and held until a parent picks up the item.  If there are further occurrences, the item will not be returned.  Weapons are defined by Tulsa Public Schools as anything that creates a threat to the safety and well being of students or school staff.  Knives will not be returned. 

Discipline violations that will result in consequences stated above include, but are not limited to, the following:

          Bullying                                              Tardiness

Fighting                                              Disrespect

Aggressive Behavior                            Harassment 

Refusal to Work                                 Disruptive Behavior        

Refusal to Follow Directions                Leaving Without Permission

Inappropriate Dress                           Profanity

Inappropriate Personal Property                  

Use of Wireless Communication Devices

Certain legal violations result in suspension and are subject to prosecution by law enforcement authorities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Possession/Ownership/Use of Illegal Drugs, Alcohol

Possession of a Firearm

Possession of a Dangerous Weapon                

Bomb/Explosive Threats

Assault or Battery Against School Personnel                     

Gang Behavior

Arson

Assault with a Dangerous Weapon

The above policies and procedures are in compliance with the Policies and Procedures that have been developed by Tulsa Public Schools.  The TPS Code of Student Conduct and Student Rights and Responsibilities Booklet provides more detailed information.  It is distributed to each student at the beginning of the school year or upon enrollment during the school year. 

CELEBRATIONS

Students’ successes are celebrated frequently in the classrooms, at Rise and Shine Assemblies, and anytime it seems appropriate to cheer for someone’s accomplishments. Students and teachers gather together in the gym weekly to celebrate excellence, provide inspiration and motivation for students and teachers.  Students are allowed opportunities to recite and perform before the group.  Recognition programs and projects include:

            Birthdays---Birthdays are recognized at Rise and Shine each week.

Citizen of the Month—recognizes students who consistently practice the Lifelong

            Guidelines and Lifeskills.

            Honor Roll—recognizes students who earn grades no lower than Bs and/or Ss on

       their report cards

Principal’s Honor Roll—recognizes students who earn all A’s or S’s

on their report cards

Good Citizen Certificates—recognizes students who earn all satisfactory

       ratings on the report cards

        Reading Counts Leaders—recognizes students who achieve their reading goals for

    Reading Counts.

            Fast Fact Fliers—recognizes students who demonstrate mastery of the

basic math facts.

“Caught Being Good Coupons” – recognize students who are “caught” doing an

                                                   exceptionally good deed and/or consistently following

                                                   Community Guidelines and Lifeskills.

            Student Showcases—allow students the opportunities to share their learning with

                                              the school community.

            School Spirit Days—the last Friday of each month is designated School Spirit Day. 

                                             Students and staff are encouraged to wear school shirts on these         

                                             days.

DRESS GUIDELINES

Appropriate dress and good grooming are recognized as positive factors for maintaining a learning environment where students can feel safe and secure.  Students are expected to show good judgment as well as respect for themselves and others.  Dress and personal grooming should not present health or safety problems, cause actual disruptions of the educational process, or offend common standards of decency.  The following guidelines are to be followed by each student:

·        Decorations and/or designs imprinted upon or attached to the body or clothing that depict alcohol, drug or tobacco advertisement, suggestive or crude messages, or gang-related symbols are not allowed.

·        Modest shorts may be worn during warm or hot weather.  An appropriate length for shorts worn as a main garment is considered to be no shorter than where the child’s longest fingers reach when arms and hands are fully extended at his/her sides, or 6 inches above the knee, whichever is longer.

·        Shorts are to be worn under dresses during gym class.

·        Extremely tight shorts, tight pants, “sagging” pants or excessively large or baggy clothing are not allowed.  Pants and shorts shall be worn at the waist, and shall not extend below the heel of the shoe in length.

·        Coats, hats, gloves, scarves, etc., must be stored in student’s lockers or cubbies.  Outerwear will not be permitted in classrooms, cafeterias, libraries, or other areas of the school building after arrival unless authorized by the principal.

·        Hats, caps, curlers, sweatband, bandanas or scarves may not be worn within the school building unless prescribed by a physician and approved by the school administration...

·        See-through shirts, sleeveless shirts with large armholes, off the shoulder or spaghetti strap shirts, or shirts that show the midriff or back are not allowed.

·        The cut of sleeveless garments must not expose undergarments or be otherwise immodest.  Shoulder straps of permitted garments must be a minimum of the width of two finders of the person wearing the garment.

·        Proper shoes for physical activity are to be worn.  High heels, backless shoes, flip flops, slippers, shower shoes, cleats or roller shoes are not to be worn to school.

·        Sport or cheerleading uniforms may be worn on game days, provided they meet the other guidelines for appropriate dress.

·        Students are expected to practice good personal hygiene habits.

·        Make-up is not to be worn.

·        Sunglasses, unless prescribed by a doctor, shall not be worn to class or within the school buildings.

·        Visible pierced jewelry shall be limited to the ear.

·        Expensive jewelry is discouraged.  If worn, earrings must be small.  Large hoop and dangling earrings are not allowed for safety reasons.

PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT

Parents are encouraged to be actively involved in their child’s education.  In addition to staying informed about the child’s progress and helping him/her at home, we invite parents to participate in school and classroom activities. 

PARENT TEACHER ASSOCIATION (PTA)

The PTA offers a valuable network for parents and teachers to work together for children.  The affiliation with the local, state and national PTA provides expanded opportunities to network with parents in the community.  Since parent participation has been shown to contribute to the child’s success in school, the PTA encourages all parents and family members to be active participants.  The PTA provides classroom parties, celebrations and activities for all students.  Fund-raising events have provided additional resources for students, such as special programs and assemblies, classroom materials, field trips, and playground equipment.  All parents, family members and friends of Lindbergh students are encouraged and invited to join PTA and participate in the many activities that are provided.  We need everyone’s help and support by joining the PTA.

VOLUNTEERS

We value the school volunteers who perform valued services for students and staff.  Volunteers make learning materials and prepare bulletin boards.  They assist children in the classrooms, during field trips, and parties, and other school and classroom activities.  Parents who are unable to be at school during the school day often do volunteer projects at home.

All volunteers are required to register as a school volunteer by completing a School Volunteer Profile Form, which is available in the school office.

CONFERENCES

Parent-Teacher Conference Days are scheduled twice yearly for all parents.  Conferences at other times are encouraged and may be scheduled by parents or teachers whenever the need arises.  All conferences must be scheduled with the teacher prior to the conference time.  Other duties and responsibilities immediately before school, during school and after school often prevent the teacher from conferencing at unscheduled times.  Since teachers are greeting children and preparing for the day’s activities, they are not able to conference before school unless prior arrangements have been made.

NEWSLETTERS AND BULLETINS

   School and classroom newsletters inform parents of school events, classroom activities, announcements and other information.  School bulletins are usually sent home on Tuesdays.  The PTA also publishes newsletters to keep parents informed of their activities and events.

     A Home and Back Folder is to be used by each student to take papers home and back to school.  Parents are asked to view the contents regularly and return any needed information as soon as possible.  The folder is to be returned to school the following day.

     Third, fourth and fifth grade students use Agendas to record assignments and homework.  The Agenda provides a means of communication between parents and teachers.  Students are expected to take the Agenda home each evening and return it the next day.  Parents are encouraged to view the Agenda daily.

VOLUNTEER ROOM

A Volunteer Room is equipped with machines and supplies for the preparation of teaching materials.  For safety reasons, we must require that volunteers do not bring young children with them while volunteering.  All volunteers are expected to sign in at the office upon arrival and sign out when leaving.  Volunteer Badges are prepared for each volunteer and are to be worn while volunteering.

PROGRESS REPORTS AND REPORT CARDS

Progress reports are prepared and issued by the end of the fifth week of each quarter, or whenever the need arises.  Progress reports are issued whenever the student’s achievement is unsatisfactory.  They are also used to inform parents of commendable achievement, effort and positive attitudes.

Report cards are issued quarterly.  They contain valuable information about the child’s academic and social behavior progress.  Parents are expected to sign the progress reports and report card signature cards.  The student is to return them the following day or as soon as possible.  Parents are encouraged to call the school whenever they have concerns or questions regarding the reports.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

PARTNERS IN EDUCATION  

Our Partners Education are Oklahoma Natural Gas, Pilgrim Rock Masonic Lodge, Tulsa Wesleyan Church, Bixby Beauty College, Memorial Drive Church of Christ and Dwayne Duran State Farm Insurance Agency.

We sincerely appreciate our Partners. Their support and assistance greatly benefit our students and staff.  They provide volunteers for school and classroom activities, incentives, and encouragement as well as financial resources.

BEFORE AND AFTER CARE PROGRAM

Tulsa Public Schools operates a Before and After School Care Program at Lindbergh.  Information about the program, hours and fees is available by calling the Before/After Care Office at 746-6447. 

CLASSROOM INFORMATION

TEXTBOOKS

Textbooks are provided for students to use in the classrooms and at home.  Library books may be checked out for home use.  We ask parents to help us teach respect for books, so they will be returned in good condition.  If a book is lost or destroyed, the student is expected to pay for the book.  School records will be withheld for non-payment of lost or damaged school books.

HOMEWORK

Homework is an integral part of the total instructional program at Lindbergh. Teachers assign homework to support and extend the class work.  The intent of the homework assignments is to support the development of self-directed, enthusiastic and responsible students.  Homework assignments provide an opportunity for parents to be more informed about the work students are doing in class.  Students should be able to complete their homework within a reasonable amount of time at home.  Parents are encouraged to communicate with teachers if the homework seems unusually difficult or time-consuming for the child.

MAKE-UP WORK

Students are encouraged to make up work for all absences.  When the absence from school is excused, the student will receive credit for work that is completed in a timely manner.  Students are responsible for securing and completing make-up assignments.  Students will be allowed one-day make-up time for each day’s absence.  Credit will not be given for work missed due to an unexcused absence.

Parents may request make-up work for absences by calling the school office.  Sufficient notice must be provided to the teachers when make-up work is requested.  Teachers should be notified prior to 8:00 a.m. if the work is to be available by 2:45 PM of the same day.  Requests made after 8:00 AM will be available no later than the following morning.  The work will be available to be picked up in the office.

PERSONAL BELONGINGS

Students are expected to bring to school only items that contribute to the learning process or their well being.

Toys and games are not to be brought to school except by the teacher’s permission for special projects in the classroom.  Items considered inappropriate for school include, but are not limited to, toys, electronic games or devices, radios, purses and cosmetics. Children should not bring extra money or items of exceptional value to school.  The school is not responsible for valuable items brought to school.

Guns, knives, weapons, facsimiles of weapons, or lasers are never allowed.

Animals are not to be brought to school by students.  Any animals brought to school by an adult for an educational purpose must have the prior approval of the teacher and principal. 

Coats and backpacks are to be placed in lockers, hung on coat hooks or placed in cubbies in the classrooms where they are to remain until the end of the day, or when needed for outside wear.  Rolling backpacks are not allowed.

LOST AND FOUND

Lost and found items should be turned in to the office.  Clothing items will be placed in the Lost and Found Cabinet in the gym.  Students and parents are encouraged to check the Lost and Found Cabinet to check for lost clothing.  Other items that are found will be in the office Lost and Found.  Items should be labeled with the student’s name to help avoid loss.

LOCKERS

Lockers or “cubbies” are assigned for students’ convenience.  Each student is expected to use only the locker assigned to him/her.  Combination locks for lockers with doors are encouraged.  Serial numbers and combinations of locks are to be given to the record teacher.  Key locks are not permitted.

Students have no expectation of privacy as to school lockers, desks or other school property temporarily assigned for their personal use.

PARTIES AND REFRESHMENTS

The PTA provides several parties for the students throughout the year.  Homemade foods are not permitted.  All refreshments are to be purchased ready-made and arrive at school unopened in their original packaging.  Students are not to bring refreshments or food to classrooms without the prior approval of the teacher.  Chewing gum, large hard candies and suckers are not allowed.

When sending refreshments or snacks to school, please consider the nutritional value.  The “3 Before Sugar” rule may be helpful in determining the appropriateness of the food.  This rule states that there should be at least 3 sugar-free ingredients listed before sugar on the nutritional label.

Birthday parties or gifts are not appropriate for school.  This includes flowers, balloon or cookie bouquets.  These will not be accepted for delivery to students.  Invitations to parties outside of school are not to be distributed at school.

FIELD TRIPS

Study Trips are planned to support the classroom activities.  Parent permission is required for students to participate in trips away from school.  The Tulsa Public Schools official permission form and medical release must be signed by the parent or guardian and returned to the teacher before the student goes on the study trip.  We frequently request parent volunteers to assist with supervision of our students on the field trips.  Volunteer chaperones must be registered as TPS Volunteers at least one week prior to the trip.

PROGRAMS/ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIO NS

Students are provided the opportunities to participate in a wide variety of programs and activities.

Some of the classroom programs and activities include the following:

                   Great Expectations                    Indian Pupil Education

                   Reading Counts                                    Student Council                                   Harwelden Arts and Humanities            Operation Aware

                   Young Reader Day                               Young Author Conference

                   Speech Arts Festival                           Gymnaestrada

                   District Track and Field Meet             Science Fair

                   District Art Festival                           Safety Patrol

                   PTA Reflections                                  Leadership Crews

                    Junior Achievement                            Peer Mediation

                   Fitness Grams                                    

PROCEDURES

Written procedures teach students the personal and social skills they need to be successful. The procedures contribute to feelings of safety and allow students to have an environment conducive to learning.  Procedures for school-wide implementation have been established.  Teachers and students also develop classroom procedures so students will know how to accomplish learning tasks. 

Before School Procedures

ü      We arrive no earlier than 7:40.

ü      We are in our assigned place when the 7:55  bell rings.

ü      If we arrive at class after 7:55, we must have a tardy report from the office.

After School Procedures

¨      We walk with our class in a single line to our lockers.

¨      We use quiet voices.

¨      We walk while inside the building.

¨      We go directly to the gym if we ride the bus.

¨      We go directly outside to the place where our ride will be.

¨      We wait patiently and watch for our ride.

¨      We do not play on the playground or equipment after school.

SHOW RESPECT

v     We address each other by name.

v     We do not use putdowns or sarcasm.

v     We use positive statements.

v     We speak in complete sentences.

v     We speak appreciations to one another.

RESTROOM PROCEDURE

q       Enter the restroom quietly.

q       Take care of your personal needs.

q       Be sure to flush.

q       Wash your hands before leaving.

q       Return to your classroom or line.

GIVE ME FIVE

ü      My eyes are on the speaker.

ü      My mouth is quiet.

ü      I am being still

ü      My hands are in my lap.

ü      I am listening.

CAFETERIA PROCEDURES

 Lunch tickets are distributed before entering the cafeteria.

Students will follow these procedures

·        Wash your hands.

·        Walk to the assigned serving line mark.

·        Wait at the line until you are able to get your napkin and utensils.  There are to be no more than seven people at the serving bar.

·        Say please and thank you.

·        Sit at your assigned table.

·        Use good manners and quiet voices.

·        Clean up your area

·        Raise your hand to be dismissed from the table.

·        Put your tray and trash in the trash bins.

HALLWAY PROCEDURES

q       We walk on the right side of the hall.

q       We hold our hands are to our sides or in front, unless we are  holding our books.

q       We use very quiet voices.

q       We use very soft footsteps.

q       We leave space between ourselves and the person in front of us.

q       We go to the end of the line if we have stepped out of line.

q       If we are not with our class, we have a hall pass.

q       We never do anything to disturb the classes.

ASSEMBLY/AUDIENCE  PROCEDURES

¨      Go in quietly and sit in your assigned place.

¨      Sit “Criss-cross applesauce” not on your knees.

¨      Keep your hands in your own lap.

¨      Do not talk when the speakers are presenting.

¨      Applaud politely and respond in an appropriate manner.

¨      Remain seated until the teacher tells you to stand.

¨      Leave quietly when your teacher dismisses you.

PLAYGROUND PROCEDURES

v     We follow the rules of the game.

v     We play in assigned areas.

v     We allow others to play with us.

v     We follow directions of all adults.

v     We line up to go inside when the teacher gives the signal.

v     We show respect for others at all times.

Students have adult supervision while playing on the playground during school day recesses.  Students may not play on the equipment immediately before or after school.   Staff members are not available to supervise children during these times.  Several play areas are available for students during recess times.  Students are expected to play only in the areas assigned to them.

Students are expected to follow these procedures while on the playground:

·        Respect for one another is to be practiced at all times.

·        Children are to follow the directions of the adults on duty.

·        Pushing, shoving, tackling, put-downs and name-calling are never allowed.

·        Fighting or the instigation of a fight is never allowed.

·        Children must have permission of the adult supervisor to re-enter the building during recess.

·        Children are never to go into the street or parking lot.  They are to notify the teacher on duty if a ball goes into these areas.

·        Sand, rocks, pea gravel or other objects are never to be thrown.

·        Playing on the prefab porch, behind the prefab or trailers is not allowed.

·        Children are not to play on the south side of the building, unless a teacher is with them.

Students are not to play on the playground equipment at their arrival or dismissal times. 

Track Procedures

·        You are to walk in the direction everyone else is going.

·        No more than 5 students are to gather as a group walking the track.

·        Students are not to play or congregate outside the east and south parts of the track.

Kickball Procedures

Kickball is an organized sport.  Students are expected to show teamwork, cooperation and sportsmanlike conduct at all times.

·        Players will not push or shove.

·        Only the Pitcher is allowed in the center of the field.

·        Running the bases is allowed only when it is the players turn.

·        Players are to wait behind the backstop fence until it is their turn to kick the ball.

If a student chooses to violate the rules, he/she will sit out for the remainder of the play period. 

If the kickball is taken away from the field for inappropriate team play, the students involved may not participate in another activity involving a ball, such as 4-square.

Jump Rope Procedures

Jump ropes are to be used only in the areas designated by the playground teachers and assistants.  Ropes are to remain in the jump rope area and may not be taken to other parts of the playground.

All jump rope rhymes must be suitable for children. If you aren’t sure if it is suitable, ask one of the teachers or assistants on duty.

The Big Equipment Procedures

If you are playing on the Big Equipment, you are to follow these procedures.

·        Only go down the slide from the top to the bottom

·        Only slide down, and do not play tag on the slide

·        Flips are not to be done on the bars. 

·        There should only be one-way traffic going up the slide ladder.  No one should be sliding down the bars, or climbing down the stairs.

·        Use the stairs and rails provided to reach the ground.  There is to be no jumping off any equipment, anywhere on the playground.

·        Gravel should stay on the ground.  It is not to be thrown or kicked.

·        Shoes must stay on your feet.

·        You must keep your hands and feet to yourself at all times.

2 Square / 4 Square

2 Square and 4 Square are meant to be played with other students and promote team work among your peers.

The procedures are simple:

·        The king serves the ball, by a double pat serve.

·        The players return the ball to any of their opponents.

·        The ball must hit in your square before you return it to another player.

·        You may either use the single hit, or double hit to hit the ball in your opponent’s square.

·        If the ball hits in your square twice, then you are out.

·        There are no redoes, or tricks; only fair play.

RISE & SHINE

Students meet in the gym each Friday Morning at 7:55 for a Rise and Shine Assembly.  Students and teachers gather together to celebrate excellence and provide inspiration for high expectations