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2018-2019 School Year
Family Handbook & Calendar
PIERCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
4343 Marilyn Drive NE
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402
(319) 558-2373
http://pierce.cr.k12.ia.us/
Web Site: pierce.cr.k12.ia.us
Mrs. Ziegler, Principal
A W A R D W I N N E R
1987 Iowa
1988 USDE
First in the Nation in Education
National Exemplary SchoolTABLE OF CONTENTS Dear Pierce Families,
Welcome to a great year at Pierce Elementary! We are very pleased
School Hours................................... 1 Intramural Program...................... 14 to have your family a part of our learning community. The Family Hand-
book and Calendar is designed to provide information and help answer
Lunch Schedule............................... 1 Dress Code..................................... 16 common questions. We have tried to put together a handy reference
book and calendar that you can use all year. We encourage families
Pierce Staff....................................... 2 Recess............................................. 18 to review this handbook together and become familiar with Pierce’s
policies and procedures. We will also provide updated information
Health Information......................... 4 Lost and Found.............................. 18
about what is happening at school via our monthly school newsletter,
School Fees & ................................. 4 Personal Belongings...................... 18 The Panther Press, and classroom newsletters. If you have additional
E-Registration questions, just give us a call! We are always glad to hear from you!
Parent Information........................ 20
PTA .................................................. 4 Let’s have a great year!
Parties............................................ 20 Kathleen Ziegler, Principal
Head Lice ........................................ 4
Media Center.................................. 20
Animals at School............................ 4
Counselor....................................... 20 SCHOOL HOURS
Field Trips........................................ 6
Reporting Child Abuse.................. 22 The school day runs from 8:50 AM to 3:50 PM
Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety......... 6 8:20-8:45....................................................... Breakfast is served/all breakfast
students may enter the building using the front door
Parking and After School Safety... 22 8:35..................... Dropoff begins for students who are not eating breakfast
Scooters, Skateboards, and In-Line 8:40.......................................Bell Rings/All students may enter the building
Skates............................................ 6 Telephone....................................... 22 8:50...............................................................................................Class begins
Students may not play on the school playground before or after school
School Lunch Procedures............... 6 Visitors........................................... 24 since staff supervision is not provided. In the morning, students should
Emergency Drills............................. 8
wait at assigned area on the playground. Upon dismissal, students should
Emergency Information................ 24
leave the playground promptly. Students may remain on the playground
Absences and Attendance................ 8 Communications........................... 24 after school only if their parents are present to supervise.
Early Dismissal Procedures for Severe PACT............................................... 24
Weather Conditions...................... 8 2018/2019 LUNCH SCHEDULE
Student Health.............................. 25
Youth Groups................................... 8 10:55-11:25.................................................................................... First Grade
Healthy School Snacks.................. 26 11:00-11:30.................................................................................Kindergarten
Pierce Expectations by Settings.... 10 11:35-12:05................................................................................Second Grade
District Wellness Policy................. 27 12:05-12:35........................................................................................3rd Grade
Pierce Behavior Rubric.................. 12 12:40-1:10................................................................... Fourth and 4/5 Combo
Supply List............Inside Back Cover 12:45-1:15......................................................................................Fifth Grade
Classroom Assignments................ 14 -1-PIERCE ELEMENTARY STAFF 2018-2019
Kathleen Ziegler......... Principal..................................... 558-2373.........kziegler@cr.k12.ia.us Keri Annis................... Media Specialist......................... 558-2850........... kannis@cr.k12.ia.us
Cherrie Girdner.......... Instructional Design Strategist.558-3179......chgirdner@cr.k12.ia.us Stacy Glidewell........... Media Secretary.......................... 558-2850......sglidewell@cr.k12.ia.us
Vanessa Frost.............. Propel Coach.............................. 558-1440.............vfrost@cr.k12.ia.us Julie Plante................. Principal’s Secretary.................. 558-2373...........jplante@cr.k12.ia.us
Stephanie Cobert........ Counselor................................... 558-2804.......... scobert@cr.k12.ia.us Debra Palmer.............. Health Secretary........................ 558-2762........ dpalmer@cr.k12.ia.us
Laura Ernzen.............. Kindergarten Teacher................ 558-3755........laernzen@cr.k12.ia.us Connie Trautman........ Nurse.......................................... 558-3754.....ctrautman@cr.k12.ia.us
Loraine Osborn........... Kindergarten Teacher................ 558-3823..........losborn@cr.k12.ia.us Angela Evans............... Behavior Technician.................. 558-4618.........anevans@cr.k12.ia.us
Jessica Seim................ Kindergarten Teacher................ 558-3365............. jseim@cr.k12.ia.us Allison Rust................. Engagement Specialist.............. 558-3453..............arust@cr.k12.ia.us
Michele Lake............... 1st Grade Teacher...................... 558-4116............ mlake@cr.k12.ia.us Lisa Allen.................... Paraprofessional.....................................................lallen@cr.k12.ia.us
Kaylee VanScoyoc....... 1st Grade Teacher...................... 558-3659... kvanscoyoc@cr.k12.ia.us Joan Althoff................. Paraprofessional................................................ joalthoff@cr.k12.ia.us
Allison Brautigam....... 2nd Grade Teacher..................... 558-1297... abrautigam@cr.k12.ia.us Cindy Burke................ Paraprofessional.................................................. cyburke2cr.k12.ia.us
Ellen Mittenburg........ 2nd Grade Teacher..................... 558-3215.emittenburg@cr.k12.ia.us Tami Foley.................. Paraprofessional.....................................................tfoley@cr.k12.ia.us
Kimberly Smith.......... 2nd Grade Teacher..................... 558-3211.......... ksmith@cr.k12.ia.us Tammy Golay.............. Paraprofessional.................................................... tgolay@cr.k12.ia.us
Stephanie Orr............. 3rd Grade Teacher...................... 558-4671............... sorr@cr.k12.ia.us Lynn Madsen............... Paraprofessional.............................................. lmadesen@cr.k12.ia.us
Brianna Richard.......... 3rd Grade Teacher...................... 558-1543........ brichard@cr.k12.ia.us Lynette Perkins........... Paraprofessional.................................................lperkins@cr.k12.ia.us
Monica Walz................ 3rd Grade Teacher...................... 558-3977........... mwalz@cr.k12.ia.us Diane Ropp.................. Paraprofessional.................................................... dropp@cr.k12.ia.us
Matthew Brems........... 4th Grade Teacher...................... 558-1671........ mbrems@cr.k12.ia.us Susan Stevenson......... Paraprofessional............................................ sstevenson@cr.k12.ia.us
Janette Stecker........... 4th Grade Teacher...................... 558-3472......... jstecker@cr.k12.ia.us Betsy Workman.......... Paraprofessional
Nicolette Pearson........ 4th/5th Grade Teacher............... 558-4377.......npearson@cr.k12.ia.us Dawn Young................ Paraprofessional..................................................dyoung@cr.k12.ia.us
Christine Sepulveda.... 5th Grade Teacher...................... 558-1782.... csepulveda@cr.k12.ia.us Sean Armstrong.......... Building Engineer...................... 558-2035... sarmstrong@cr.k12.ia.us
Doug Verge................. 5th Grade Teacher...................... 558-3925........... dverge@cr.k12.ia.us Darren Freese............. Custodial.................................... 558-2035.......... dfreese@cr.k12.ia.us
Penny Boenish............ Special Education Teacher........ 558-4304....... pboenish@cr.k12.ia.us Donald Bennett........... Food Service Manager............... 558-2784....... dbennett@cr.k12.ia.us
Julia Hendred.............. Special Education Teacher........ 558-3306....... jhendred@cr.k12.ia.us Michelle Haas.............. Food Service Asst. Manager
Nicole Owens.............. Special Education Teacher........ 558-3354..........nowens@cr.k12.ia.us Cindy Helle................. Food Service
Ian Shelton................. Special Education Teacher........ 558-1333.........ishelton@cr.k12.ia.us Nancy Wyant............... Food Service Cashier................. 558-2784
Dee Hubler.................. Art Teacher................................. 558-1905......... dhubler@cr.k12.ia.us Christina Carlson....... Occupational Therapist
Sarah Langhurst......... Phys. Ed. Teacher....................... 558-4614.... slanghurst@cr.k12.ia.us Ann Jungblut.............. Psychologist
Amanda Rahn.............. Music Teacher............................ 558-1123............ arahn@cr.k12.ia.us Jamie Siela.................. Social Worker
Nicole Schmidt........... Music Teacher............................ 558-3535...... nschmidt@cr.k12.ia.us Kaylea Terrill.............. Speech Clinician
Jennifer Curtis............ Permanent Building Sub..................................... jcurtis@cr.k12.ia.us Emily Tiedtke.............. Physical Therapist
Karlen Uhde................ PACT Teacher............................. 558-4641.......... kauhde@cr.k12.ia.us Kelly Varnum.............. Audiologist
-2-2018 August 2018
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8 9 10 11
New Teacher New Teacher
Pre-Service Pre-Service
12 13 14 15 16 17 18
New Teacher New Teacher Teacher Pre-Service
Pre-Service Pre-Service
19 20 21 22 Day 1
23 Day 2
24 25
Teacher Pre-Service Teacher Pre-Service Teacher Pre-Service First Day of Classes- Staff Learning Day –
Id al-Adha Open House/Ice Early Dismissal 2:20 Early Dismissal 2:20
Cream Social
4:00-6:00
Id al-Adha
26 Day 3 27 Day 1 28 Day 2 29 Day 3 30 Day 1 31
Staff Learning Day –
Early Dismissal 2:20
The Panther Press/will
come to you thru School
MessengerHEALTH INFORMATION MAKE AN IMPACT THROUGH PTA
The school should be informed of students’ significant health condi- The Pierce PTA is an active and supportive group of teachers, adminis-
tions. This information should be provided in the health information on trators, and parents in the school system. We welcome all new members.
your student’s PowerSchool account. The information will be shared with Contact information for PTA, please e-mail: PiercePTA@gmail.com
school staff that needs to know about your child’s condition. If the condition The PTA sponsors many committees, which organize special projects
requires special adjustments in the school environment, the school nurse and events throughout the school year. Many of these projects and events
should be contacted. Any changes in the student health status should be are listed on this school calendar for your convenience. All Pierce families
communicated to the school nurse or health secretary. are encouraged to be active participants in supporting our school. Pierce is
especially proud of the outstanding parental involvement in our volunteer
program. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact the office.
SCHOOL FEES AND E-REGISTRATION
A $30.00 consumable materials/book fee is assessed per student to cover
the cost of curriculum materials and related educational expenses. This fee
may be paid at Pierce or online at https://www.schoolcashonline.com/ at
the start of each school year.
Families qualifying for free or reduced lunch are eligible for a waiver of
these fees. The application for free/reduced lunches is available at the school
HEAD LICE office or you can apply online at https://www.lunchapp.com/
The waiver for these fees is part of the permissions page in your E-Reg-
The Cedar Rapids Community School District head lice procedures follow istration. The waiver must be completed in order for your fees to be waived.
recommendations from the Iowa Department of Public Health, Iowa Depart- In the event your check is returned it will be represented electronically
ment of Education and Centers for Disease Control. The District’s role is to along with the state fee.
support parents by emphasizing prevention, early detection and education.
Students with signs and symptoms of head lice will be referred to the
health office for assessment. Parents/guardians of students found to have live ANIMALS AT SCHOOL
lice or nits (eggs) within ½ inch of the scalp, will be notified and provided
with information regarding treatment and management. In the elementary
Safety of students is a responsibility we do not take lightly. Due to the
schools, families with a child in the classroom will receive a note from the
unstructured setting and the unpredictable nature of pets, they are not al-
health office along with information regarding identification and management
lowed on school grounds at arrival, dismissal or during school hours.
of head lice. Students are not excluded from school for live head lice or nits.
Students should get permission from their teacher before asking their
It is important that families check their child’s head for lice on a routine
parent to bring a pet for “show and tell”. Several students in the building
basis. Regular home screening is the most effective measure in preventing,
have allergies that may be adversely affected by the presence of fur-bearing
identifying, and controlling head lice.
pets in the building.
-4-2018 September 2018
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1
2 3 Day 2 4 Day 3 5 Day 1 6 Day 2 7 8
Labor Day- Primetime Screening Staff Learning Day –
NO SCHOOL Early Dismissal 2:20
Third Grade
Grandparents’ Day
9 Day 3 10 Day 1 11 Day 2 12 Day 3 13 Day 1 14 15
Rosh Hashanah 9-11 Pierce Night at Super Staff Learning Day –
Skate 6:00-8:00 PM Early Dismissal 2:20
Pierce Spirit Day…wear
green!
Pierce Pals meet
16 Day 2 17 Day 3 18 Day 1 19 Day 2 20 Day 3 21 22
Yom Kippur Staff Learning Day –
Early Dismissal 2:20
23 Day 1 24 Day 2 25 Day 3 26 Day 1 27 Day 2 28 29
Kindergarten Mother Staff Learning Day –
Goose Morning 9:00- Early Dismissal 2:20
10:45/caféteria The Panther Press/will
30 come to you thru School
Messenger
All School Walk-a-thon
Fundraiser TENTATIVEFIELD TRIP PERMISSION SCHOOL LUNCH PROCEDURES
Field trips are arranged to supplement and enhance
Lunch money may be deposited in your child’s account from
the learning experiences of our students. To participate
8:40-9:00 AM in the cafeteria. Lunch prices for students are
in “school planned” field trips, students must have parent
$1.75 for breakfast, $2.70 for lunch, and $.50 for extra milk. If
signed permission. At the beginning of each school year,
you have more than one child, money needs to be deposited
parents need to give field trip permission when complet-
in each child’s account. This account operates like a bank ac-
ing their E-Registration on PowerSchool. Based on school
count. Students may use it to eat breakfast, lunch, or to buy
board policy, the school will not seek written parent per-
extra milk. Most students at Pierce eat hot lunch every day
mission for each field trip. The PowerSchool permission
as there is a choice of three main dishes with additional items
for field trips delegates authority to the teacher to take your child or travel
being self-serve.
with your child away from school premises. Teachers will still notify parents
Please check your child’s account frequently to avoid a negative balance
about details each time a field trip is to occur.
and extra bookkeeping by our cafeteria staff.
Parents are invited to eat with their children throughout the year. If
planning to eat with your child, please send $3.65 (adult price) to school
with your child in the morning. This speeds our lunch line and assists our
cooks in planning adequate food.
BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN SAFETY We encourage students to make healthy choices and ask that you do not
send soda pop with your child’s lunch.
The approved crossing for pedestrians and bicycles
coming from south of 42nd Street is at the 42nd and
Marilyn Drive traffic light and crosswalk. An adult
Crossing Guard will be on duty between 8:10-9:00 and
3:40-4:10 at that crosswalk. SCOOTERS, SKATEBOARDS, & IN-LINE SKATES
We discourage kindergarten through second grade
children from riding bicycles to school because of heavy Use of scooters, skateboards, heelies, and in-line skates is prohibited on
traffic flow in this area. any school property on the advice of the School District Safety Committee
All bike riders should wear a helmet and follow the bike safety and cour- and the District’s Insurance advisor.
tesy rules listed below.
1. Walk bicycles across the intersections and on the school grounds
2. Use appropriate hand signals and follow traffic regulations
3. Park, lock, and leave bicycles at the bicycles racks immediately (racks
located by playground fence)
4. Report anyone tampering with bicycles to the Pierce office
-6-2018 October 2018
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1
Day 3 Day 1
2 Day 2
3 Day 3
4 Day 1
5 6
Walk-a-thon Raindate Staff Learning Day –
TENTATIVE Early Dismissal 2:20
7 8 9 Day 2
10 Day 3
11 Day 1
12 13
Staff Learning Day – Staff Learning Day – Staff Learning Day –
NO SCHOOL FOR NO SCHOOL FOR Early Dismissal 2:20
STUDENTS STUDENTS
PICTURE DAY
Columbus Day
14 Day 2 15 Day 3 16 Day 1 17 Day 2 18 Day 3 19 20
Pierce Night at Super Conference Night Staff Learning Day –
Skate 6:00-8:00 PM 4:00-7:00 PM Early Dismissal 2:20
Book Fair Pierce Spirit Day…wear
green!
Pierce Pals meet
21 Day 1 22 Day 2 23 Day 3 24 Day 1 25 Day 2 26 27
Conference Night 4:00- Hearing Van Staff Learning Day –
7:00 PM Early Dismissal 2:20
Book Fair America Reads begins
at 9:30
PBIS Assembly
Hearing Van
28 Day 3 29 Day 1 30 Day 2 31
The Panther Press/will
come to you thru School
Messenger
Halloween Parade starts
at 3:00
HalloweenDRILLS - FIRE, TORNADO, AND CIVIL DEFENSE ABSENCES AND ATTENDANCE
Each homeroom and special subject room will receive special instruc- We recognize that attendance can affect achievement and are concerned
tions for the drill, including routing procedures. Because of the need to about the achievement of every student. The Cedar Rapids Community
receive emergency directions in a large group, the students are expected School District has found that elementary students who miss a significant
NOT to visit during drills, but to maintain a quiet, calm, and orderly dis- number of days a year often continue to miss a significant number of days a
cipline. The fire drill is a continuous buzzing of the fire alarm, while a year in the upper grades as well. We want to help young children build good
tornado, storm warning, or civil defense drill is short, intermittent rings of attendance habits now, as those habits will most likely carry on throughout
the school bell system. the rest of their school days and beyond.
Parents should contact the school attendance office by 9:00 AM at 319-
558-2762 or by e-mail to our health secretary, Deb Palmer, at dpalmer@
cr.k12.ia.us
When no call is received, an automated attendance call will be gener-
ated. It is important to respond to this phone call with information about
the absence or it will be counted as an unexcused absence from school.
Being in the classroom by 8:50 each morning is important as the prin-
cipal and teachers give announcements and plans for the day at that time.
Lunch choices and attendance are taken at 8:50. Any student who arrives
after 8:50, must report to the office, sign in, and receive a tardy slip before
going to the classroom.
For planned absences, the school must be notified in writing. If the
absence will be longer than a week, the principal must approve the absence.
We encourage good school attendance with appointments and vacation
EARLY DISMISSAL PROCEDURES FOR planned outside the scheduled school day when possible.
SEVERE WEATHER CONDITIONS
On rare occasions it is necessary to dismiss the students before the usual
3:50 P.M. dismissal time. Early dismissal will be broadcast on radio and TV.
To be sure children are safe and that parents will know where their children YOUTH GROUPS
will be, the school recommends the following:
1. Tell your child where to go if school is dismissed early. Plans must be made Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Brownies, and Girl Scouts are youth groups
ahead of time and clearly outlined for the child since it is impossible to which meet at Pierce or in Pierce area homes. If your child is interested in
contact each parent. membership, have them ask present members for their leaders’ name and
2. Make alternate plans in case the first plan does not work (no one at home). phone number.
-8-2018 November 2018
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Day 3
1 Day 1
Staff Learning Day –
2 3
Early Dismissal 2:20
4 Day 2
5 Day 3
6 Day 1
7 Day 2
8 Day 3
9 10
Pierce Food Drive be- Pierce PTA STEM Night Staff Learning Day –
gins (Nov 5-16) Early Dismissal 2:20
Pierce Spirit Day…wear
green!
Pierce Pals meet
11 Day 1
12 Day 2
13 Day 3
14 Day 1
15 Day 2
16 17
Veterans Day Kindergarten Turkey Picture Retake Day Staff Learning Day –
Tuesday 9:00-10:45/ Early Dismissal 2:20
cafeteria
Pierce Night at Super
Skate 6:00-8:00 PM
18 Day 3
19 Day 1
20 21 22 23 24
Staff Progress Thanksgiving Day
Reporting Day –
NO SCHOOL FOR HOLIDAY BREAK
STUDENTS
25 Day 2
26 Day 3
27 Day 1
28 Day 2
29 Day 3
30
Staff Learning Day –
Early Dismissal 2:20
The Panther Press/will
come to you thru School
MessengerPierce Expectations by Settings
(Defining Expectations Across Locations)
Areas:
Hallway Restroom Bus Assembly Cafeteria Playground
Expectations:
Peacefully move Peacefully move Peacefully move Peacefully move Peacefully move by Move Peacefully
by walking on the between the stall by walking from by walking in and staying in a line and outside so everyone
Peaceful right, keeping areas, sink, and my classroom to out in a line with walking to and stays safe.
Movement hands and feet to garbage. the bus and my class. from your seat.
self, and touching waiting in a line
each step with to get on the bus.
your feet.
Accept Accept responsibility Accept Accept Accept Accept
responsibility by cleaning up after responsibility responsibility responsibility when responsibility in a
Accept when an adult yourself. when an adult, when told to sit, told to sit, move, or disagreement or
Responsibility reminds you of the from school or move, or quiet quiet down. when making a
expectations and the bus, tells me down. mistake.
makes you try to sit, move, or
again. quiet down.
Use whole body Use whole body Use whole body Use whole body Use whole body Show whole body
listening by listening by listening with listening toward listening with the listening when
listening to, and understanding the my friends to the speaker or cafeteria staff others are speaking
Whole Body following adult restroom is a private show them I performer. through the line and to you.
Listening directions. space. care. when the monitor
speaks to the group.
Speak kindly to all Speak kindly by Speak kindly to Speak kindly to Speak kindly by Speak kindly while
by whispering or using a whisper voice all by using kind the people around using kind words to playing no matter
Speak Kindly keeping your voice only when talking is words and only and only call out if all and talking what zone you are
off. necessary. talking about the speaker asks. about school in.
school appropriate topics.
appropriate
topics.
- 10 -2018 December 2018
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1
2 Day 1 3 Day 2 4 Day 3 5 Day 1 6 Day 2 7 8
December 2- Staff Learning Day –
December 10 Hanukkah Early Dismissal 2:20
Pierce Spirit Day…wear
green!
Pierce Pals meet
9 Day 3 10 Day 1 11 Day 2 12 Day 3 13 Day 1 14 15
Staff Learning Day –
Early Dismissal 2:20
16 Day 2 17 Day 3 18 Day 1 19 Day 2 20 Day 3 21 22
Staff Learning Day –
Early Dismissal 2:20
The Panther Press/will
come to you thru School
Messenger
Winter Parties
23 24 Christmas 25 26 27 28 29
HOLIDAY BREAK
30 31
HOLIDAY BREAKHigh Level Abusive/Inappropriate
Positive Expected Inappropriate Language
Negative Unexpected Behavior Occurs Language
Behavior Occurs Inappropriate Contact
Fighting/Physical Aggression
Defiance/Disrespect small
Overt Defiance/Disrespect
scale
Disruption-noises/blurting Minor Major High Level Disruption-Screaming
Property Damage/Vandalism
Pink Panther Tickets Refusal to Follow Directions/
Non-compliance Bullying / Harassment
Classroom Paw Pass
Work Refusal Theft
Receive WOW cards
Minor theft Weapons
School Wide Celebrations
Teacher Eye Major Referral Office or
Increased Learning
Visual Cues
Teacher Praise Possible Outcomes
Proximity
Learn to get along with peers Strategies to Work Completion
Feel Proud About Yourself
Positive Correct Feedback
address behavior Administrator issues Time to Process Choices
Be a Positive Role Model
When-Then Statements
without referrals consequences and
Small Group Intervention
Better Problem Solving Skills
Setting Limits/Choices contacts home
Re-teach Expectations
Zones Break Area
Better Coping Skills Loss of Privilege
Purple Passes
Be More Successful Contact Parent
Brain Breaks
Have More Peer Respect Did the In School/Out of School Suspension
Did the
Be in Charge of Your Future behavior behavior
NO change? change? NO
Buddy Classroom CICO or Tier 2
yes
yes Interventions
Fill out Passport Major
Staff choose consequence within classroom Reinforce the Reinforce the
appropriate behavior appropriate behavior
successful
- 12 -2019 January 2019
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 Day 1
2 Day 2
3 Day 3
4 5
Classes Resume Staff Learning Day –
HOLIDAY BREAK Early Dismissal 2:20
New Year’s Day
6 Day 1 7 Day 2 8 Day 3 9 Day 1 10 Day 2 11 12
Pierce Night at Super Staff Learning Day –
Skate 6:00-8:00 PM Early Dismissal 2:20
Pierce Spirit Day…wear
green!
Pierce Pals meet
PE ROLLERSKATING CLASSES
13 14 Day 3
15 Day 1
16 Day 2
17 Day 3
18 19
Staff Learning Day – Begin 2nd Semester Staff Learning Day –
NO SCHOOL FOR Early Dismissal 2:20
STUDENTS
PE ROLLERSKATING CLASSES
20 21 Day 1 22 Day 2 23 Day 3 24 Day 1 25 26
Staff Progress Staff Learning Day –
Reporting Day– Early Dismissal 2:20
NO SCHOOL FOR
STUDENTS
Martin Luther King’s
Birthday
PE ROLLERSKATING CLASSES
27 Day 2 28 Day 3 29 Day 1 30 Day 2 31
Primetime Screening The Panther Press/will
come to you thru School
Messenger
Alternative Kindergarten
(for 2019/2020 year)
Informational Night at
district office
PE ROLLERSKATING CLASSESCLASSROOM ASSIGNMENTS
Factors such as achievement level, gender, and social maturity are taken into consideration when assigning students to classrooms for the coming year.
Every effort is made to form heterogeneous groups that will enable students to work together with the teacher in academics as well as in social pursuits.
Since education is our main concern, keeping friends together is not a priority. In fact, it is hoped that changes can be made each year, providing
students with the opportunity to work and play with a variety of students and to form new friendships yearly.
Students with special needs (learning, behavior, etc.) will be given as much special consideration as possible. The staff, counselor, and principal should
be aware of these specific needs due to their contact with the student. Parental input regarding circumstances of which the staff is not aware is appropri-
ate. This input needs to be in writing and submitted to the principal by May 1st. Once class lists are posted, classroom assignments will not be changed
unless an emergency situation warrants such action.
Classroom assignments for each school year will be available at the August Open House.
INTRAMURAL PROGRAM
Students may participate in the intramural program, which provides seasonal activities for students in fourth and fifth grades. Information and
permission slips will be sent home before each activity. Parental permission forms are available from the physical education instructor, Mrs. Langhurst.
- 14 -2019 February 2019
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Day 3
1 2
Staff Learning Day –
Early Dismissal 2:20
PBIS Assembly
PE ROLLERSKATING
CLASSES
3 Day 1 4 Day 2 5 Day 3 6 Day 1 7 Day 2 8 9
Staff Learning Day –
Early Dismissal 2:20
Pierce Spirit Day…wear
green!
Pierce Pals
PE ROLLERSKATING CLASSES
10 Day 3 11 Day 1 12 Day 2 13 Day 3 14 Day 1 15 16
Conference Night Valentine Parties Staff Learning Day –
4:00-7:00 PM Early Dismissal 2:20
Book Fair
Lincoln’s Birthday
17 Day 2 18 Day 3 19 Day 1 20 Day 2 21 Day 3 22 23
President’s Day Pierce Night at Super Conference Night 4:00- Staff Learning Day –
Skate 6:00-8:00 PM 7:00 PM Early Dismissal 2:20
Book Fair Washington’s Birthday
24 25 Day 1 26 Day 2 27 Day 3 28
Staff Progress The Panther Press/will
Reporting Day – come to you thru School
NO SCHOOL FOR Messenger
STUDENTS Alternative Kindergarten
Kindergarten/Pre- (for 2019/2020 year)
school Registration for Informational Night at
2019/2020 school year district officeDRESS CODE
DRESS CODE
As many of our students will move on to Franklin Middle School, we have adopted their dress code in an effort to make the transition smooth.
Students should come to school dressed comfortably to actively participate in the learning process. Consequently, a student’s appearance
should not interfere with classroom activities, safety, or the school mission in any way. Students are expected to wear clothing that is
appropriate to their age level and does not disrupt the school or educational environment. Parents please review these guidelines and have your
students dress in an appropriate manner.
School Attire: Inappropriate Attire, but NOT limited to:
Clothing should be clean and in good repair. Jewelry or other accessories, body markings, or
hairstyles that may cause a distraction to the
educational process should not be worn.
Shoes must be worn and should fit appropriately, Due to many unsafe incidents flip flops are not allowed
allowing students to travel through the building and
negotiate stairways safely.
Pants, skirts, and shorts must be sized and worn Shorts or skirts that are too revealing. As a guideline
appropriately. Students must wear a belt if pants are shorts must have a 5 inch in-seam. If the dress attire is
so big that undergarments are showing, or it is in question it will up to the discretion of administration
impossible to walk appropriately. as to whether the clothing is appropriate for school or
not.
Exposed bras, sports bras, See-through clothing,
halters, strapless, or backless garments.
Clothes that expose the midriff, chest, or
undergarments.
Shirts must be shorter than the hem line of shorts or
skirt
Clothes, jewelry, and other accessories that contain
suggestive, vulgar, violent slogans or pictures that
advertise illegal products, such as alcohol or tobacco.
Hats, hoods, caps, gloves, and sweatbands cannot be
worn in the building. Also any wearing of gang-related
attire or insignia by students shall be prohibited.
In the event that a student is not following the guidelines, the student will be addressed in private to come up with a solution:
The student will be asked to remove the articles and/or accessories that do not conform to the dress code.
The student will be allowed to get another clothing item from his/ her locker and change or call home if necessary.
The student will be offered another clothing option that can be substituted for the inappropriate apparel.
If the student is uncooperative or the problem persists, further action may be necessary.
- 16 -2019 March 2019
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Day 1 1 2
Staff Learning Day –
Early Dismissal 2:20
3 Day 2 4 Day 3 5 Day 1 6 Day 2 7 Day 3 8 9
Career Day Staff Learning Day –
Early Dismissal 2:20
Pierce Spirit Day…wear
green!
Pierce Pals meet
10 Day 1 11 Day 2 12 Day 3 13 Day 1 14 Day 2 15 16
Pierce PTA Literacy Staff Learning Day –
Night Early Dismissal 2:20
17 18 19 20 21 22 23
SPRING BREAK/HOLIDAY
24 Day 3 25 Day 1 26 Day 2 27 Day 3 28 Day 1 29 30
Staff Learning Day –
Early Dismissal 2:20
The Panther Press/will
31 come to you thru School
MessengerRECESS LOST AND FOUND
Recess is a regularly scheduled part of the school day. Students are Lost and found articles are placed in a box in the
encouraged to participate in recess activities. Students will walk or run the front entry. An additional lost and found is located by the
trail before beginning recess. first grade classrooms. Parents and children are urged
1. Generally speaking, during the months of December, January, Feb- to check the box for lost articles. Every effort will be
ruary, and the first half of March, all students need to wear boots, made to return lost items to the owner. Proper mark-
a warm winter coat, mittens, and something to cover their head as ing of children’s clothing and other articles is essential.
recess will be outside if the temperature is acceptable for outside Unclaimed items will be donated to charity.
recess. If the temperature or wind chill is 10 degrees or more, stu-
dents will go outside for recess.
2. At times we will have either:
• Regular outside recess (If at all possible, recess will be held PERSONAL BELONGINGS
outside. Students need to be dressed for recess.)
• Blacktop outside recess All personal belongings brought to school are the
• Shortened outdoor recess responsibility of the student. For storage of clothing,
• Inside recess school supplies, book bags, etc., Pierce School offers
3. Here are the guidelines we will be using for long sleeve or short OPEN LOCKERS where each locker is generally shared
sleeve days: with one other student. Items stored in lockers should be
• 50-60 degrees…Students are okay with long sleeves. This permanently marked with the student’s first and last name
may be a sweater, shirt, sweatshirt, jacket, etc. If they do (clothing, lunchbox, bag, etc.) Although theft is seldom a
not have long sleeves, then they go outside in whatever they problem, students are discouraged from leaving any valu-
are wearing. able or personal items in the lockers. (Especially do not
• 60 degrees and higher….Students are not required to have leave these kind of items in lockers overnight.) Several
a coat or long sleeves. organizations use the building each night and morning.
The lockers cannot be monitored constantly and if items
are missing, the school district will not be responsible for
their replacement. The principal or classroom teacher
will make every attempt to have missing items returned
to their owners.
We request that students leave toys, balls, and elec-
tronic devices at home. The school will not be responsible
for such items that are lost, stolen or damaged while at
school.
We strongly encourage students to leave cell phones
at home.
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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Day 2 Day 3 Day 1 Day 2 Day 3
1 2 3 4 Staff Learning Day –
5 6
Early Dismissal 2:20
IOWA ASSESSMENTS-GRADES 3RD-5TH
Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 1 Day 2
7 8 9 10 11 12
Staff Learning Day –
13
Early Dismissal 2:20
Kindergarten Hawaii Day
9:00-10:45
IOWA ASSESSMENTS-GRADES 3RD-5TH
14 Day 3
15 Day 1
16 Day 2
17 Day 3
18 Staff Progress
19 Jewish Passover
20
SPRING PICTURES Franklin Jazz Band,
Orchestra, Show Choir Reporting Day –
Pierce Night at Super NO SCHOOL FOR
Skate 6:00-8:00 PM Performance 1:15 PM/
cafeteria STUDENTS
Easter
21 Day 1
22 Day 2
23 Day 3
24 Day 1
25 Day 2
26
Staff Learning Day –
27
Early Dismissal 2:20
Pierce Spirit Day…wear
green!
Pierce Pals meet
Orthodox Easter
28 Day 3
Tentative date
29 Day 1
30
The Panther Press/will
for Kindergarten come to you thru School
Roundup MessengerPARTIES MEDIA CENTER
• Homeroom teachers and homeroom parents will plan three school parties
The Instructional Materials Center (IMC) supports
held at Halloween, Winter, and Valentine’s Day. Other parties need the
the curriculum and enriches children’s learning ex-
approval of the principal in advance. Due to overcrowding in classrooms
periences. It is a learning laboratory where students
we ask that only the parents helping with the party attend.
develop an appreciation of books, learn research skills,
• For the Halloween Parade and party all students in grades K-5 are welcome and participate in activities which support and extend
to participate in this optional dress-up. ALL COSTUMES NEED TO BE classroom objectives.
IN GOOD TASTE AND APPROPRIATE FOR THE OCCASION. NO The media specialist and media secretary assist stu-
COSTUME SHOULD INCLUDE A REPLICA OF A WEAPON. Please dents and teachers in locating and using the resources of
do not send your child to school with make-up, colored hair or costume the IMC. Parent volunteers also provide clerical and instructional support.
on in the morning. Our parade will begin at 3:00 P.M. as indicated on the The IMC contains a large collection of books, audio-visual materials,
calendar. computers, and computer software. IMC materials are available to students,
• The weather will determine whether the parade will be held outside or staff, and parents. Books and other materials may be checked out or renewed.
inside. Parents are welcome to come and watch the parade. Specific rules are posted in the IMC. There are no fines for overdue materi-
• Birthday treats are not permitted. If sent, they will be sent home with als; however, each child is expected to assume responsibility for returning
your child. Instead, students will choose a special way to celebrate from materials on time. When an item is damaged or lost, it is necessary to ask
the classroom birthday choice board. Parents are asked to avoid sending for payment so that a replacement can be purchased.
birthday bouquets to school. Flowers or balloons that are sent to students
will be held in the office until the end of the school day. Parents should
consult with the teacher prior to the event. PARENT INFORMATION
• During the last 15 minutes of the day, teachers and classes may honor
students who are leaving Pierce. Pierce School is cutting down on paper use and consumption. School
• No money is to be collected, donated, or assessed students in their home- announcements may be found on our school website pierce.cr.k12.ia.us
rooms without prior approval of the principal. Please check our website often for the latest information. A limited
• Please do not send party invitations to school to distribute. Please use number of paper copies will be available at the school office but will not
be routinely sent home with students. Some information such as picture
the PTA Student Directory.
order forms will still come home with students so please be sure to check
your student’s backpack or planner regularly.
ELEMENTARY COUNSELOR If you do not have electronic access, please let the office know to request
print copies.
The elementary counselor, Stephanie Cobert, works with parents, teach-
ers, and children in the school. (319-558-2804.) Prevention of problems
is a key part of the philosophy of implementing a counseling and guidance
program. The counselor works in classrooms as needed, with small groups,
and is available to help individual students.
- 20 -2019 May 2019
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1
Day 2 Day 3
2 Day 1
3 4
Staff Learning Day –
Early Dismissal 2:20
PBIS Assembly
5 Day 2
6 Day 3
7 Day 1
8 Day 2
9 Day 3
10 11
Instrument Tryouts for 5
th
Staff Learning Day –
graders (begins at 9:30) Early Dismissal 2:20
Pierce Spirit Day…wear
green!
Pierce Pals meet
12 Day 1 13 Day 2 14 Day 3 15 Day 1 16 Day 2 17 18
Pierce Night at Super Staff Learning Day –
Skate 6:00-8:00 PM Early Dismissal 2:20
Kindergarten Outdoor
Day (9:00-10:45)
FUN FEST 5:30-7:30 PM
19 Day 3 20 Day 1 21 Day 2 22 Day 3 23 Day 1 24 25
5th Grade to FUN RUN Staff Learning Day –
Early Dismissal 2:20
26 27 Day 2 28 Day 3 29 Day 1 30 Day 2 31
Memorial Day- Tentative date for Field Last Day for Preschool LAST DAY OF CLASSES -
NO SCHOOL Day Early Dismissal 2:20
Pierce Pals meetCHAPTER 102 – REPORTING CHILD ABUSE PARENT PARKING AND AFTER SCHOOL SAFETY
Chapter 102 of the Iowa Administrative Code establishes procedures for Please park in the designated areas. Note that there is “no parking” on
investigating incidents of abuse of students by school employees. The pro- the Pierce side of Marilyn Drive. Please do not park and leave your car in the
cedures include the designation of investigators for the 2018-2019 School circle during drop-off and pick-up time. The circle drive is a fire lane and
Year. The following are the designated Level I investigators for the CRCSD. must be kept clear in case of emergency. We ask that you avoid cell phone
Any of the following persons may serve as an investigator. use while driving in our circle drive. Children sometimes dart between and
Any person may file a Level I complaint against a Cedar Rapids Com- in front of cars so driving needs your full attention.
munity School District employee by completing a Level I complaint form It is not safe to leave an elementary child unsupervised, standing alone
and turning it in to his/her building principal. The complaint may be turned for any length of time, by the school or by Lovely Lane Church. Teachers,
in to any of the individuals on the list below. These forms may be obtained secretaries, and other staff have after school duties that make it difficult to
in any school’s main office or at the Educational Leadership and Support supervise students who are not picked up right away. Each Pierce family
Center, 2500 Edgewood Road NW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, in the Human Re- should have a SOLID plan for after school pick-up each and every day. It
sources Office. should be discussed with your child. Inform the school of changes if you
think your child might become confused about who is picking up him or her.
LEVEL I INVESTIGATORS The safest place students should wait for a ride home is by the front door
PRIMARY: Val Dolezal, Executive Director, Elementary Education – of Pierce School. Staff can be immediately aware of students who have not
319/558-2247 been picked up when the students wait in the supervised area.
ALTERNATES:
Greg O’Connell, Principal, Coolidge Elementary School - 319/558-2167
Chuck McDonnell, Principal, Jefferson High School - 319/558-2435 Wendy
Parker, Executive Director, Student Services - 319/558-2575 SCHOOL TELEPHONE
LEVEL II INVESTIGATORS School phones are not to be used by students except with permission.
If a case is designated as “founded”, it is turned over to a designated Permission will be given only when it seems imperative that the call be made.
Level II Investigator Agency: Students should make their after school plans with their parents prior to
Cedar Rapids Police Department leaving for school in the morning.
Kathy Collins J.D., School Investigations
Approved by Board of Education: 6/11/2018
Distributed by: Human Resources: 6/2018
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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Staff Learning Day – Potential Student/Staff Potential Student/Staff Potential Student/Staff Potential Student/Staff
NO SCHOOL FOR Learning Inclement Learning Inclement Learning Inclement Learning Inclement
STUDENTS Weather Makeup Days Weather Makeup Days Weather Makeup Days Weather Makeup Days
Potential Inclement Orthodox Ascension
Weather Makeup Days
Id-al-Fitr
9 10 11 12 13 14 15
16 17 18 19 20 21 22
23 24 25 26 27 28 29
30VISITORS PROGRAM FOR ACADEMIC AND CREATIVE TALENT
(PACT)
The welcome mat is out for visitation to our rooms on most days. There
are a few days, however, when school functions better without visitors. It is The elementary school PACT department provides
helpful to call the teacher prior to visiting as classroom schedules vary. All advanced learning experiences for high ability students.
visitors are required to stop in the main office and sign in before proceeding PACT Resource Specialists serve the schools on a rotating
to any other area of the building. schedule, offering students the opportunity to participate
While in session, children are discouraged from visiting classrooms in challenging activities in such areas as science, humani-
or the playground unless accompanied by an adult. Please check with the ties, mathematics, and language arts. ACE, Prime Time and PACT are the
principal prior to planning a visit. three programs offered in our elementary buildings.
ACE (KINDERGARTEN & 1st GRADES)
COMMUNICATIONS ACE (Academic Challenge Experiences) is a kindergarten and first grade
program. The ACE program manager will visit all kindergarten and first grade
Teachers will sometimes telephone parents at home or at work during the classrooms a minimum of four times throughout the school year. Lessons
school day if there is a need to discuss their student. Other times, teachers will focus on and develop the student’s ability to think creatively, critically,
will communicate by e-mail or written note. Parental calls to teachers are logically and to problem solve. Data collected will be used by the classroom
best made between 8:10-8:40 AM. Teachers can also be reached by e-mail. teacher and PACT department to aid in determining the need for extensions
Remember, teachers are teaching class and will not be able to respond im- and future programming.
mediately. If you need immediate assistance, call the office.
PRIME TIME (2nd & 3rd GRADES)
Prime Time is a demanding academic program that serves second and
third grade students. Students selected for Prime Time have demonstrated
EMERGENCY INFORMATION potential in a specific intellectual area. There will be opportunities for enrich-
ment in the fall for 2nd grade students. All students in 2nd grade are screened
All parents are required to complete emergency information during E- in January. All students in 3rd grade are screened in September and January.
Registration on PowerSchool so that they or their designee may be contacted Students are selected for this program based on the results of the screen-
in case of an emergency. This information is filled out during E-Registration ing activity, district assessments and teacher observations. Those students
and may be updated from home at any time. It is very important to keep selected will meet with the PACT Resource Specialist weekly.
your information current. We may need to contact you quickly should there
be an emergency at school involving your child. You may also contact the PACT (4th & 5th GRADES)
school office directly at 319-558-2373 to make changes. PACT provides challenging curriculum experiences for high ability
When parents cannot be contacted, for reasons such as an out-of-town students in fourth and fifth grade. Multiple criteria will be used to select
trip, the school must be notified in writing of the temporary guardianship. students for PACT classes. Criteria include: PACT unit screening scores,
Any additional pertinent information, if different from the emergency in- achievement tests, ability tests and teacher observations. Students selected
formation listed in PowerSchool, should be included. will meet with the PACT Resource Specialist weekly.
https://pscr.gwaea.org/public/
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If you do not want your child to participate in school health screenings, please notify the health office in writing at the beginning of the year.
Hearing Screening: Grant Wood Area Education Agency (GWAEA) screens all students in Alternative Kindergarten (AK), kindergarten, and grades 1,
2, and 5. Students in the Early Learning Program with IEP’s will be screened. Students in grades 3, 4, middle, and high school, who are new to the school
that don’t have a documented normal hearing test, and some students with a history of known hearing loss will also be tested. Follow up testing may oc-
cur periodically if previous hearing test results were not within normal limits. Parents/guardians with concerns about their child’s hearing should contact
the school nurse.
Dental Screening: St. Luke’s Dental Health Center and HACAP partner to offer dental screenings to all Early Learning Programs, AK, kindergarten,
grades 2 and 5, all students in elementary special education and elementary ELL programs, as well as others in selected grades. In addition to dental screen-
ings, fluoride varnish application and dental sealants are offered to children enrolled in qualifying schools. Children will be bringing home a consent form
to be completed by the parent/guardian to approve these dental services.
Iowa law requires that any student entering kindergarten and ninth grade provide a valid Iowa Department of Public Health Certificate of Dental. (This
form is available from your school nurse, dentist, or on the CRCSD Web site in the Student Services/Health Services section.) The goal of this legislation
is for each student to receive the benefit of early and regular dental care including prevention, and to establish a dental home for children who may not
have one. It is also an opportunity to provide outreach to those families who have trouble accessing care.
BMI Screening: District health and/or PE staff members will screen height and weight of kindergarten and 5th grade students. If your child had a
physical for this school year, we may use that height and weight data to calculate your child’s BMI.
Social, Emotional, Behavioral Screening: Social, Emotional, Behavioral (SEB) Screening: Students in grades Kindergarten, 3, 5, 7, and High School
will be screened to assess social, emotional, and behavioral well-being. The purpose of the screening is to identify areas where students may need some
additional support. Follow up screening and parent communication may occur if the results indicate the need for further attention. Parents/guardians
with concerns about their child’s social, emotional or behavioral well-being should contact the counseling or health office.
Vision Screening: Iowa law requires that any student entering kindergarten and third grade have a vision screening. To be valid, the vision screening
shall be performed no earlier than one year prior to the date of enrollment and no later than six months after the date of the child’s enrollment into both
kindergarten and third grade. The vision screening may be conducted by a physician, optometrist, advanced nurse practitioner, physician assistant, local
public health department, public or accredited nonpublic school, community based organization, free clinic, or child care center. An online screening
may be conducted by a child’s parent or guardian. A Certificate of Vision Screening Form is available on the district website in the student services/health
services section. If the school does not receive a completed screening form kindergarten students will receive a consent form with the option to have your
child screened at school and results sent to Iowa Department of Public Health. Third grade students will be screened at school and results sent to Iowa
Department of Public Health. Parents/guardians with concerns about their child’s vision should contact the school nurse/health office.
STUDENT HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
Student Illness or Injury during the School Day
Students are sent to the clinic if they are injured or appear ill. Health office staff will attend to the student’s complaint. This may include providing
first aid, asking the student questions about how he/she feels, taking a temperature, making observations, talking to the teacher, and contacting the school
nurse. If a student has a temperature of 100º F. or higher and/or illness related vomiting or diarrhea, the parent/guardian will be called and the student will
be sent home. Other symptoms that influences the decision to send the student home include general appearance and functioning in the classroom. After
a period of observation a decision will be made to do one of the following: (1) Attempt to notify the parent/guardian; (2) Allow the student to rest in the
health office for a brief period. The student is to be fever-free without fever reducing medication before returning to school. Parents will also be notified
of injuries that appear to be serious in nature or require medical attention.
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WELL NESS
HEALTHY SCHOOL SNACKS
Cedar Rapids Community School District
Snacks play a major role in a child’s diet and provide a valuable opportunity for nutrition education.
Healthy snacks are important to providing good nutrition and supporting lifelong healthy eating habits
Fruits: Low Fat Dairy/Protein:
• Fresh fruit-whole or sliced • String Cheese or Cheese Cubes
• Assorted fruit salads • Yogurt
• Dried Fruits • Cottage Cheese
• Applesauce • Deli Meat
• Individual fruit cups (packaged in juice) • Sunflower Seeds
• 100% Fruit Juice • Pepita/Pumpkin seeds
• 100% Frozen Fruit Bars
Whole Grains:
Vegetables: •
•
Crackers
Low Sodium Pretzels
• Raw Vegetables • Pita Chips
Simple kid-friendly examples: Baby Carrots, Broccoli, • Popcorn
Cauliflower, Snap Peas, Sliced Peppers, Celery • Low Fat Granola Bars
• Dehydrated Vegetables • Baked Corn Tortilla Chips
• Vegetable Chips, Chickpeas • Animal Crackers
• Edamame (Soybeans) • Graham Crackers
Snack tips Drinks:
• Snack on fruit and vegetables whenever possible. • Water
TIP
• Select appropriate portion sizes. • Low Fat or Fat Free Milk
• For food safety select sealed and • 100% Fruit/Vegetable Juice
prepackaged snack items.
• Combine protein and fiber for a satisfying snack.
Dip Ideas: Hummus, Salsa, Bean dip, Honey Mustard, Yogurt based dips
The provided list is not all inclusive. Reference CRCSD Nutritional Standards for specific guidance.
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WELLNESS POLICY Policy 610
DISTRICT WELLNESS POLICY Policy 610
The Cedar Rapids Community School District supports a healthy
WILL CREATE CHANGES AT PIERCE
environment in which students learn and participate in positive dietary Procedure 610.1a
and lifestyle practices. By facilitating learning through the support and
promotion of good nutrition and physical activity, schools contribute to Snacks – Nutritional Guidelines
the basic health, academic achievement and quality of life of students. It is the responsibility of each building to ensure all snacks meet
CRCSD Wellness Policy 610.1 will create some changes at Pierce
The District: District Nutritional Guidelines for foods and beverages, including
beginning in the 2015-16
• school
Will year.
provide Making
nutrition you aware
education of these
and engage in nutrition
vending, a la carte, school stores, celebrations and fundraisers.
This applies to all foods offered, made available or sold during
changes now gives you the opportunity to plan for the fall when to
promotion. Will develop a wellness approach thephysical the school day, defined as the period from midnight before, to 30
activities that meet applicable federal and state guidelines. minutes after the end of the school day.
entire school community• will follow
Promotes theseand
activities guidelines:
policies that support staff
Each building shall do the following:
Snack will be allowedmembers’
in grades K-3 to
efforts but will beadiscontinued
maintain healthy lifestyle.in
• Supports parents’ efforts to provide a healthy diet and • All foods offered in school must meet guidelines;
grades 4-5. daily physical activity for their children. either selected from healthy snack lists or determined
All snacks must •meet Willthe District
base menus onRecommended
Dietary GuidelinesNutritional
for Americans, to meet guidelines using SMART Snack calculator.
National School Lunch and Breakfast meal pattern • Daily snacks in the classroom or those provided for
Guidelines for healthy snacks. *Guidance
requirements, will be provided
and the Recommended at fall
Dietary Allowances. brain-based learning activities are optional (allowed);
open house • Recommends that foods and beverages offered on campus implementation determined at the discretion of
individual building teams.
and for school activities meet applicable federal and state
Food will no longer be a part of student birthday celebrations.
guidelines. • If food is brought from home to be shared, it must
Each grade level will
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student choices for
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for, spe-and evaluate
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be prepackaged and prepared by vendor with the
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• Foods provided that do not meet guidelines will not
Policy and Procedures and inform and update the public about the
matrix may vary slightly from grade level to grade level but they will
content and implementation of the policy.
be served and will be returned to provider.
not include a food treat option. • Recognize that provision of a snack is meant to fuel
the student’s body and provides opportunity for
Food will be allowed at the 3 yearly classroom parties. (October, engaging in nutrition education and promotion.
December and February) Party food must also meet Nutritional
Guidelines for healthy snacks with one treat allowed per party.
**Please note that according to the new District policy, any food
Procedure 610.1b
items brought into the building that don’t fit the District Recom-
mended Nutritional Guidelines must be returned home with the Wellness Fundraising Guidelines - It is the responsibility of each
student/adult. Your Live
child’s classroom teacher will be providing more building to discontinue using unhealthy foods for fundraisers.
Each building must ensure all snacks meet District Nutritional
information next fall. Thank you in advance for helping us to foster
healthy habits with WELL NESS Guidelines for foods and beverages, including vending, a la
all of the Pierce students. carte, school stores, celebrations and fundraisers. This applies to
all foods offered, made available or sold during the school day,
defined as the period from midnight before, to 30 minutes after
the end of the school day.
ELEMENTARY LIVE WELLNESS COMMITMENTS Each building shall determine a school-wide plan and do the
Live v Celebrate events involving food not more than one time each month with
foods that meet Smart Snack Guidelines
v Ensure physical activity is not used for or withheld as punishment
following:
• Include if/what healthy foods or non-food items/
activities will be offered and how physical activity
v Provide multiple opportunities for physical activity to meet or exceed the
will be promoted.
• Consider that foods/beverages used as rewards for
WELL NESS
Healthy Kids Act requirements (30 minutes/day)
v Require that students are physically active during the majority of time in
students participating in fundraising activities must
physical education class
meet District Nutritional Guidelines.
v Provide a healthy eating environment that encourages competent eating
• The sale of competitive foods, including foods of
minimal nutritional value, may not occur one-half
v Discontinue using food/food coupons as rewards or incentives hour prior to, during, or one-half hour after the meal
v Ensure all foods, beverages and food/beverage marketing (including snacks shifts of food service programs unless permission has
and fundraisers) available from midnight to 30 minutes after the end of the been granted by the Manager of Food and Nutrition
school day meet Smart Snack Guidelines Department. (Board Regulation 902.2)
For more information, contact Stephanie Neff, Health and Wellness Supervisor • This procedure will be communicated to parents/
at 319-558-4786 or your building wellness representative: - 27 - students/staff through student handbooks annually.You can also read
