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Contact Information
Parents and guardians, it is your responsibility to maintain up-to-date contact information. This is mandatory. Please ensure we have the following:
- Parent/guardian names
 - Cellular phone numbers
 - Current address
 
Please provide this information to:
- Our school's data specialist
 - Your child(ren)
 - Your child's teachers
 
Transportation
The school is responsible for providing accurate bus information once your child is registered. As a parent/guardian, it is your duty to ensure your child knows their daily transportation method:
- Bus rider
 - Walker
 - Car rider
 
Behavior Policy
Each teacher implements a behavior policy. We use the following 7 Steps Behavior Policy as an intervention to help students correct their own behavior:
- Nonverbal Warning – eye contact
 - Verbal Warning
 - Close proximity to teacher
 - Redirect behavior & a note home
 - Time out - IN classroom
 - Time out - OUT of classroom to another classroom (5 minutes)
 - Office Referral
 
Homework Policy
Our homework policy is designed to encourage consistent practice and parental involvement:
- Homework is sent home nightly, students' write their own HW assignments in agendas.
 - All homework is completed on paper each night.
 - Students can earn beep/class dojo points per day (Monday-Thursday).
 - Points are calculated into a weekly homework completion grade on Friday.
 - No submission results in zero points for that day.
 - Parents should:
- Preview and assist with homework nightly
 - Sign the agenda to confirm homework completion
 
 
Make-Up Work Policy
At our school, we understand that absences can happen. To ensure you stay on track with your studies, we have the following policy for make-up work:
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Student Responsibility:
If you are absent, it is your responsibility to complete all missed assignments. - 
Time Frame:
You have 5 days from the date of your absence to complete and submit all the make-up work. - 
Canvas Platform:
All assignments will be posted on Canvas. This ensures you have access to your work even during unexpected absences. - 
Checking In:
Upon your return to school, please check in with Dr. Warthen to confirm you have received all missing assignments. - 
Accessing Assignments:
Log into Canvas to find and complete your make-up work. If you have any issues accessing the platform, please inform Dr. Warthen immediately. - 
Extended Absences:
For prolonged absences, please contact Dr. Warthen to discuss a suitable timeline for completing missed work. 
Remember, staying up-to-date with your assignments is crucial for your academic success. If you have any questions or concerns about make-up work, don't hesitate to reach out to Dr. Warthen or your other teachers for guidance.
 
