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Lee’s Summit R-7 School District
Middle School Handbook
2022-2023INDEX
Absences……………………………………….. 7 Late Arrival to School………………………….. 6
Academic & Citizenship Eligibility……………. 9 Late Ride Pick-up Policy………………………. 10, 18
Academic Integrity……………………………... 2 Late-Start Days………..……………………….. 18
Academics………………………………………. 7-9 Library Media Center…………………………... 6, 18
Activities & Athletics…………………………… 5, 9-14 Lockers………………………………………….. 18-19
Activities & Athletics Participation Fees……... 10 Make-Up Work…………………………………. 7
Activities Philosophy Statement……………… 9 Medication………………………………………. 17-18
Administration………...………………………… 5 Mission & Vision Statement – LSR7…………. 5
Administrative Staff – LSR7…………………... 3 MSHSAA………………………………………... 10
Advanced Studies Courses…………………… 8 MSHSAA Activities Commitment…………….. 10-11
Advisory/Homeroom Program………………… 5 MSHSAA Activities Practice Policy…………... 11
AMI (Alternative Methods of Instruction)…….. 8 MSHSAA Athletic Eligibility Transfer Policy…. 11
Asbestos………………………………………… 14 MSHSAA Basic Guidelines for Participation… 11
Assemblies……………………………………… 15 MSHSAA Eligibility Requirements……………. 12
Assessments…………………………………… 8 MSHSAA Non-School Competition…………... 12
Athletics & Activities Policies…………………. 9-14 MSHSAA Sportsmanship……………………… 13
Attendance Policy……………………………… 8 MSHSAA Visitors to School Property/Events.. 13
Bison Time……………………………………. 5 Notice of Non-Discrimination…………………. 19
BIST……………………………………………... 5 Nutritional Services…………………………….. 19
Board of Education…………………………….. 3 Parent/Guardian/Coach/Sponsor 13-14
Building Information …………………………… 5-7 Communication…………………………………
Bullying………………………………………….. 2, 23 Parent/Guardian Deliveries…………………… 19
Cafeteria Expectations……………………....… 23 Phone Numbers………………………………... 3-4
Care of Equipment……………………………... 10 Physical Education…………………………….. 19
Checking Students Out………………………... 6 Policies Concerning Order & Discipline……… 23-28
Chromebooks…………………………………... 29-33 Prohibition Against Discrimination,
Citizenship………………………………………. 9 Harassment, & Retaliation…………………….. 27-28
Classroom Expectations………………………. 24 Promotion Guidelines………………………….. 9
Coaches & Sponsors………………………….. 10 PTA…………………….………………………... 6
Commitment Process………………………….. 6 Public Notice……………………………….…… 19-20
Community & Family Involvement................... 15 Report Cards…………………………………… 9
Conceal & Carry Firearm……………………… 24 Returned Checks………………………………. 20
Confrontation/Intimidation/Threats/Fighting…. 24 Safe Schools Law……………………………… 28
Connect2Learn Handbook……………………. 29-32 Schedule Change Policy………………………. 20
Counseling Services…………………………… 6 School Directory………………………………... 3
Cyberbullying…………………………………… 2, 24 Special Education Services…………………… 20
Detentions………………………………………. 6 Student Council………………………………… 7
Directory Information…………………………... 15 Student Records……………………………….. 20-21
Discipline Guide………………………….......... 25 Student Responsibility – Athletics & Activities 14
Dress Code……………………………………... 26 Surveys & Collection of Student Information... 21-22
Drug Resistance Education…………………… 16 Suspension Policy……………………………… 28
Drugs & Alcohol………………………………... 26 Tobacco-Free Environment…………………… 14
Electronic Devices……………………………... 16 Tardy Policy…………………………………….. 22
Emergency Drills……………………………….. 16 Technology…………………….……………….. 29-33
Field Trips………………………………………. 16 Telephone Messages…………………………. 22
Final Exams…………………………………….. 9 Textbooks………………………………………. 22
Fines…………………………………………….. 6 TRAIL Time…………………………………….. 7
Food Delivery…………………………………… 6 Transportation Services………………………. 22-23
General Information……………………………. 14-23 Visitors…………………….……………………. 23
General School Regulations………………….. 26-27 Voicemail…………………….…………………. 4
GPA……………………………………………… 9 Weapons…………………….…………………. 28
Grading System………………………………… 9
Harassment…………………………………….. 27
Hazing…………………………………………… 27
Health Services………………………………… 16-18
Homeless……………………………………….. 18
Homeroom/Advisory Program………………… 5
Honor Roll………………………………………. 9
Identification Cards…………………………….. 18
In-School Support (I.S.S.)…………………….. 6
Insurance……………………………………….. 20
1Academic Integrity and Anti-Bullying Guidelines
Please read the following guidelines for Academic Integrity and Anti-Bullying. After you have carefully read each one, please
sign the commitment form at the bottom of the page with your parent(s)/guardian(s) indicating that you agree to follow these
guidelines.
I understand:
• I should do the right thing because it is the right thing.
• The importance of academic responsibility.
• Cheating is not acceptable.
• I should not use someone else's work (daily assignments, homework, projects, and/or tests).
• I should not take credit for something that is not mine (plagiarism).
• I should not allow someone else to use my work.
• I should not use someone else's ideas (plagiarism).
• I should not forge someone else's signature.
• I will not fill in answers while grading student work.
• I will ask the teacher if I have any questions about working with another student on an assignment.
• I will have pride in myself, my work, and my school.
I understand that these guidelines apply to both digital and non-digital work. I agree to follow these guidelines, and I understand
that disregarding these guidelines will result in:
First Incident: Parent/Guardian contact by the teacher and administrator, three-hour detention
Second Incident: Parent/Guardian contact by the teacher and administrator, one day I.S.S. assignment
Bullying Prevention
Bullying is when one person repeatedly picks on or hurts another person either physically, verbally, or non-verbally.
Cyberbullying includes but is not limited to sending or posting harmful or cruel texts or images using the internet or other digital
communication devices. Everyone at ETMS should be treated equally, and feel safe, secure, and accepted regardless of
(included but not limited to) color, race, ability, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, and nationality.
School Pledge Against Bullying:
1. We will not bully others.
2. We will try to help students who are being bullied.
3. We will make it a point to include all students.
4. We will tell an adult when we see bullying behavior.
5. If I am being bullied, I will tell an adult.
6. Whether I am being a bully or see someone being bullied, if I don't report or stop the bullying, I am a part of the problem.
Student's printed name:
Student's signature:
Parent(s)/Guardian(s) signature:
Date:
2SCHOOL DIRECTORY
R-7 Information Line ............................................... 986-1001 Mason Elementary
Board of Education Office 27600 E Colbern Rd.
301 NE Tudor Road, 64086-5702.................... 986-1000 Lake Lotawana, 64086 ..................................... 986-2330
Lee's Summit High School Meadow Lane Elementary
400 SE Blue Parkway, 64063 .......................... 986-2000 1421 NE Independence, 64086 ....................... 986-3250
Lee's Summit North High School Pleasant Lea Elementary
901 NE Douglas, 64086 .................................. 986-3000 700 SW Persels Rd., 64081 ............................. 986-1230
Lee's Summit West High School Prairie View Elementary
2600 SW Ward Rd., 64082 .............................. 986-4000 501 SE Todd George Rd., 64063 ..................... 986-2280
Summit Ridge Academy Richardson Elementary
2620 SW Ward Rd., 64082 .............................. 986-4120 800 NE Blackwell Rd., 64086........................... 986-2220
Bernard C. Campbell Middle (Grades 6-8) Summit Pointe Elementary
1201 NE Colbern Rd., 64086........................... 986-3175 13100 E. 147th St., KCMO 64149 .................... 986-4210
East Trails Middle (Grades 6-8) Sunset Valley Elementary
1101 SE Bailey Rd., 64081…………………….986-2575 1850 SE Ranson Rd., 64082 ........................... 986-4240
Pleasant Lea Middle (Grades 6-8) Trailridge Elementary
630 SW Persels Rd., 64081 ............................ 986-1175 3651 SW Windemere Dr., 64082 ..................... 986-1290
Summit Lakes Middle (Grades 6-8) Underwood Elementary
3500 SW Windemere Dr., 64082 ..................... 986-1375 1125 NE Colbern Rd., 64086 ........................... 986-3280
Cedar Creek Elementary Westview Elementary
2600 SW Third St., 64081 ............................... 986-1260 200 NW Ward Rd., 64063 ................................ 986-1350
Greenwood Elementary Woodland Elementary
805 W Main 12709 S. Smart Rd., 64086.............................. 986-2360
Greenwood, MO 64034 ................................... 986-1320 District Health Services
Hawthorn Hill Elementary 600 SE Miller St., 64063 .................................. 986-1510
2801 SW Pryor Rd., 64082 .............................. 986-3380 Building Services..................................................... 986-2420
Hazel Grove Elementary Transportation
2001 NW Blue Parkway, 64086 ....................... 986-3310 500 SE Transport Dr., 64081 ........................ 986-4BUS
Highland Park Elementary Great Beginnings Early Childhood Education
400 SE Millstone, 64063 .................................. 986-2250 905 NE Blue Stem Dr., 64086 .......................... 986-2460
Lee's Summit Elementary Hilltop School
110 SE Green St., 64063 ................................ 986-3340 3400 N Lee's Summit Rd., 64064 .................... 373-5200
Longview Farm Elementary
1001 SW Longview Farm Rd., 64081………….986-4180
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF R-7 BOARD OF EDUCATION
Superintendent of Schools Dr. David Buck The Board of Education is composed of seven unpaid local
citizens elected at-large by citizens in the district to a three-year
Associate Superintendent of Dr. Christy Barger term. The Board is established by the state legislature to provide
Academic Services schools for children in the district. Board meetings are open to
the public and are held at 7:00 p.m. on the 2nd or 3rd Thursday
Associate Superintendent of Dr. Steve Shelton of each month in the Board of Education Office, 301 NE Tudor,
Operational Services Lee's Summit, MO. The Board sets the policies by which the
schools operate and hire staff to administer those policies.
Assistant Superintendent of Dr. David Carlson
Human Resources
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Assistant Superintendent of Dr. Brett Potts
Secondary Instruction President:
Ms. Kathryn Campbell
Assistant Superintendent of Dr. Heather Kenney
Elementary Instruction Vice President:
Mrs. Kim Fritchie
Assistant Superintendent of Ms. Shelly Sanders
Equity and Student Services Members:
Mrs. Heather Eslick
Director of Student Support Dr. Jesi Cygan
Ms. Jennifer Foley
Executive Director of Dr. Staci Mathes
Special Services Mrs. Megan Marshall
Executive Director of Technology Dr. Kevin Whaley Mr. Ryan Murdock
Executive Director of Ms. Katy Bergen Mr. Rodrick Sparks
Public Relations 3VOICE MAIL AND OTHER IMPORTANT NUMBERS
Emergency Services 911 Hope House 816-461-4188
Suicide Prevention 1-800-SUICIDE Domestic Violence Hotline 816-468-5463
Suicide Hotline 1-800-273-TALK Lee’s Summit Social Services 816-525-4357
Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-392-3738 R-7 Campus Crime Stoppers 816-986-1450
Tips About Crimes 816-474-TIPS Lee’s Summit Cares 816-347-3298
Narcotics Anonymous 816-531-2250 Rape Crisis Hotline 816-531-0233
Alcoholics Anonymous 816-471-7229 Voicemail 816-986-2599
Attendance 986-2577 FACS
Cafeteria 986-2597
Counseling/Registrar 986-2578
Ms. Katelyn Hardt 70017 SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST
Health Room 986-2589 Mrs. Debbie Harker 70018 Mrs. Chelsea Davis 62594
Main Line 986-2575
Technology Help Desk 986-4357(HELP)
FOCUS FACILITATOR SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER
To leave a voicemail dial 816-986-2599 and Mrs. Samantha Padgett 70094 Officer Darnell Sims 62595
enter the appropriate extension.
GIFTED SCIENCE
ADMINISTRATION Mrs. Jessica Hill 70068 Mr. Tim Cunningham 70006
Dr. Whitney Morehead 62580
Mrs. Tamara Davidson 70007
Mrs. Emily Griffin 62587 HEALTH ROOM - NURSE Ms. Niki Evert 70010
Mrs. Rhea Moses 62585 Mrs. Amy Connell 62589 Mrs. Ashleigh Grumke 70016
Mr. Brian Thackrah 62586 Mrs. 62579
Christie Netterville Mrs. Christine Lake 70029
Miss Stefanie Rentie 70042
ART INDUST. & ENGINEERING TECH Ms. Donetta Shultz 70050
Mrs. Aimee Fresia 70013 Mrs. Sarah Frashier 70012
Ms. Whitney Garwood 70067 Mr. Dylan Fuehrer 70014 SECRETARIES/CLERK
Mrs. Shelly Dumler 62582
BUILDING MANAGER
I.S.S. SUPERVISOR Mrs. Amy Engler 62577
Mrs. Kelly Powelson 62511
Mr. Don Maxey 70091 Mrs. Caitlin Mathews 62578
Mrs. Stacy Patton 62581
BUSINESS & SMARTS LEARNING LAB/INTERVENTIONIST Mrs. Cindy Ullman 62584
Mrs. Molly Eulinger 70009 Ms. Shawn Johnson 70081
Mrs. Whitney Stanley 70051
SOCIAL STUDIES
LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER Mrs. Adina Cambron 70005
CAFETERIA MANAGER Mrs. Christie Brown 62593 Mr. Joe Hollingsworth 70021
Mrs. Paula Skaggs 62597 Mrs. Darcy Lueck 62598 Mr. Michael Meade 70037
Ms. Shahr Rezaiekhaligh 70043
COUNSELORS MATH Mrs. Tiara Surface 70053
Ms. Molly Beuke 62596 Mrs. Lacey Fiedler 70011 Mr. Ben Thomason 70055
Ms. Stacey Haselhorst 62591 Ms. MacKenzie Gamble 70080 Mr. Michael Walker 70059
Mrs. Rebekah Schreckenghaust 62592 Ms. Melissa Genson 70015
Mrs. Megan Huff 70023 SPECIAL EDUCATION
EDUCATIONAL THERAPIST Mrs. Nancy Kassing 70025 Mrs. Katy Brizendine 70074
Ms. Spider Murphy-Taylor 70093 Mrs. Emily Kindle 70028 Mrs. Ronda Brown 70003
Mrs. Jennifer Liles 70032 Mr. Casey Carlson 70066
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Mrs. Amy Ruoff 70046 Ms. Krista Gillespie 70082
Mrs. Jamie Behrendt 70002
Mrs. Brooke Graham 70064
Ms. Leanne Malotte 70033 MODERN LANGUAGE Mr. Brett Johnson 70024
Mrs. Alexandria McCauley 70036 Mrs. Jaymi Barnhart 70001 Mrs. Sara Mayes 70035
Mrs. Michelle Mickelberry 70039 Mrs. Emily Kay 70026 Ms. Cynthia McMurtrey 70069
Mrs. Stephanie Russell 70047 Mrs. May Lee 70030 Mrs. Maggie Mitchell 70040
Ms. Jennifer Shreve 70049 Ms. Susan Michon 70038 Mrs. Erin Stueve
Ms. Rebecca Thibeault 70071 Mr. Vince Woods 70072 Mrs. Katherine Winfrey 70063
Mrs. Rachel Thuenemann 70056
Mrs. Krystal Wygas 70098
Mrs. Suzanne Wiley 70060 MUSIC
Mrs. Alicia Williams 70061 Miss Rachel Harris 70084 SPEECH/THEATRE/PRODUCTION
Ms. Stephanie Holdmeyer 70020 Mrs. Jenny Reidlinger 70041
ENGLISH LANGUAGE DEVEL. Mr. John Johnson 70087 Mr. Kenny Taylor 70054
Mrs. Rachel Kitley 70089 Mr. Mike McBain 70092
Mrs. Angie Thurmond 70057 TECHNOLOGY
Mr. David Tourtellot 70058 Ms. Sarah Lewis
4ADMINISTRATION mutual understanding and a focus on student achievement
Principal Dr. Whitney Morehead and staff development.
Assistant Principal Mrs. Emily Griffin, EdS Lee's Summit R-7 encourages innovation and creativity,
Assistant Principal Mrs. Rhea Moses, EdS recognizing student learning as our fundamental purpose.
Assistant Principal Mr. Brian Thackrah, EdS
~Commitments~
LEE'S SUMMIT SCHOOL DISTRICT We commit to:
• Engaging students in research-based programs in
a technology-rich environment.
~Mission Statement~
• Embracing open, honest two-way communication.
We prepare each student for success in life.
• Promoting continuous improvement through data-
driven decision-making.
~Vision Statement~
• Sustaining positive relationships among students,
Lee's Summit R-7 is an exemplary school district,
staff, families and community members.
graduating students who are college and career ready with
• Ensuring a rigorous and relevant learning
the competitive advantage necessary to be successful.
experience that leads to success for each student.
Lee's Summit R-7 reflects a culture of respect and
acceptance. Collaboration is an expectation that fosters
BUILDING INFORMATION
ACTIVITIES & ATHLETICS interact with them individually. In addition to advisement
activities, Advisory/Homeroom provides a time for student
Interscholastic Athletics & Activities
business, school elections, intramural activities and other
Academic Team 7th & 8th
special events.
Boys’ Basketball 8th
Advisory/Homeroom Teacher Program Objectives:
Boys’ Basketball 7th
1. To meet the social and emotional needs of
Cheerleading 8th
students.
Cross Country 6th, 7th, 8th
2. To encourage student-involvement to develop a
Football 7th & 8th
sense of dignity and worth.
Girls’ Basketball 8th
3. To become more aware of the developmental
Girls’ Basketball 7th
needs of each advisee.
Track & Field 7th & 8th
4. To ease the transition from elementary school to
Volleyball 8th
high school.
Volleyball 7th
5. To provide a three-way connection among
Wrestling 6th, 7th, 8th
parents/guardians, teachers, and students.
School Sponsored Activities
Archery 6th, 7th, 8th
Awards Show 6th, 7th, 8th BISON TIME
Bison Singers 7th Bison Time at East Trails addresses our students' needs
Bison Smart 6th, 7th, 8th and recognizes their successes. Bison Time allows
Fall/Winter Guard 7th & 8th students time to begin their homework, make-up
Jazz Band 7th & 8th test/projects, access computers/technologies for academic
Oration Contest 8th purposes, and access their teachers for questions, re-
Robotics 6th, 7th, 8th teaching, and help.
School Musical 6th, 7th, 8th
Spelling Bee 6th, 7th, 8th
Student Council 6th, 7th, 8th
BIST
East Trails Singers 8th East Trails Middle School follows BIST (Behavior
Talent Show 6th, 7th, 8th Intervention Support Team). BIST empowers educators
and parents/guardians with the resources and
understanding they need to partner with students. This
ADVISORY/HOMEROOM PROGRAM further allows for the development of emotional awareness
Self-worth and a sense of belonging are very basic social and positive coping skills so students can live safe,
and emotional needs of middle school students. The productive, and nonviolent lives both inside and outside of
Advisory/Homeroom teacher program provides a setting the classroom.
that strives to meet these needs. This program emphasizes At East Trails Middle School, we teach students skills which
the human relationship skills required for positive enhance their ability to: Make positive choices even when
interactions. angry/upset. Make good choices when others around them
In Advisory/Homeroom, students have the opportunity to are not. Choose to do something asked of them even when
participate in activities designed to develop positive self- they may not want to.
image, improve study skills, and better peer relationships; • Here are some terms students may see or hear:
and learn cooperative participation and other skills needed Safe Seat – opportunity to reflect within the
to be successful. Advisory/Homeroom also provides a time classroom Buddy Room – opportunity to reflect in
for teachers, referred to as teacher/advisors, to be aware of an alternative location. Think Sheet – A tool to
the academic and social progress of their advisees and to guide students thought the reflection process.
Processing – A time for a student and teacher to
5process their thoughts, voice their perspective, DETENTIONS
and create a plan of action for future success in Students are assigned detentions through the office by the
the learning environment. administration for failing to follow school rules and
• What does BIST look like? When a student is regulations. There are 1-hour (3:20-4:20 p.m.), 2-hour
disruptive (hurtful to and/or about another student (3:20-5:20 p.m.), or 3-hour (3:20-6:20 p.m.) work sessions.
or adult; and/or interferes with the learning of other See the Discipline Guide for the consequences of not
students), the teacher will engage students in a attending a scheduled detention. Misconduct in after-school
caring manner without the use of anger. detention may result in assignment of I.S.S.
• What does BIST sound like? When students are
having a problem with their behavior, they may
hear some of the following questions and
FINES
All Library Media Center fines are paid in the Media Center.
statements from their teacher: “Are you
Other fines are paid in the front office. All fines must be paid
okay? Can you do this even if you don’t want
in order for students to receive a yearbook and their
to? What was the problem? Why was it a
schedule for the following school year. If needed, contact
problem? Who did it hurt? What can you do to take
your school administrator to set up a payment plan prior to
care of yourself and not be in trouble? What can
the end of the school year.
you do next time this happens? It’s OK to have a
problem, but it isn’t OK to stay stuck with it. Can
you be OK even when others are not?” FOOD DELIVERY
Students may choose to bring their own lunch to school.
CHECKING STUDENTS OUT Outside food may be brought in by only a parent/guardian
or emergency contact for only their student to consume.
A photo ID is required to check students out of the building.
Students may pick up food that is dropped off, during their
A student will not be allowed to leave unless the person
designated lunch time. No vendor deliveries will be allowed
checking the student out is a parent/guardian or is on the
or transferred to students during the school day.
emergency contact list. The school utilizes controlled
access at the main entrance. Upon arriving to school,
guests will press the button next to the door to be greeted IN-SCHOOL-SUPPORT (I.S.S.)
and granted access. After entering the building, all guests I.S.S. is designed to provide a structured, supervised
are expected to check in at the front office. program to suspended students in lieu of an out-of-school
suspension. The intent of I.S.S. is to have a positive impact
COMMITMENT PROCESS on the student’s attitude toward behavior in school while
continuing academic progress. Students are not allowed to
When a student develops a behavior or academic
participate in or attend any before or after school activities
responsibility concern, the student and teacher will
on the day of I.S.S.
collaborate to work through a four-step "Commitment
Process":
Step 1: Student-teacher conference/possible LATE ARRIVAL TO SCHOOL
movement of citizenship rating The school day begins at 8:20 a.m. Students who arrive
Step 2: Student commitment detention with the after 8:20 a.m. must check in at the attendance window
teacher before school (after normal before going to class. The school district provides
bus/guardian arrival)/possible movement of transportation for students living within the ETMS
citizenship rating attendance area. Students who choose not to use the bus
Step 3: Student-teacher conference/ parent/guardian transportation services will be excused only if the reason for
contact/possible movement of citizenship tardiness falls within the excused absence guidelines.
rating
Step 4: Student-teacher conference/referral to Student LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER
Administration/possible movement of The Media Center is open each school day from 8:05 a.m.
citizenship rating
to 3:30 p.m. A student may enter the library at any time
If the student does not complete the commitment
during the school day with a pass from a teacher. The
responsibilities in Steps 1-3, a one-hour, after-school
Media Center contains a wide variety of excellent reference
detention will be assigned by Student Administration.
and recreational reading materials. Students must use ID
Flagrant verbal and/or physical behaviors will result in
labels/cards to check out materials.
immediate referral to Student Administration.
A student may check out 3 materials from the library. This
includes books, audio books, and magazines. Items may be
COUNSELING SERVICES checked out for 4 weeks at a time. Additionally, the media
All students can access the services of our counseling center has e-book check out. The policies and procedures
department. Counselors’ classroom lessons for seventh for e-book check out can be given to students by the
grade students focus on self-care, anti-bullying, and career librarian.
development. For eight grade students, counselors focus The Media Center sponsors a variety of activities
on suicide prevention and career development. Counselors throughout the school year ranging from book clubs, family
are available to meet with students and parents/guardians literacy events, and reading incentives. Information on the
to develop the four-year high school educational plan. Media Center can be accessed on the school website under
Counselors will make every attempt to deal with the the Media Center link.
responsive needs of students. A counseling appointment
can be made in the Counseling Office before and after PARENT-TEACHER ASSOCIATION (PTA)
school, during SOAR, and at other times that do not disrupt
PTA seeks to create a climate of cooperation, acceptance,
class. The counseling department is responsible for all
openness and concern between parents/guardians,
standardized and individual testing programs at ETMS.
students, and teachers. PTA assists the school by providing
6volunteer services and conducting educational programs TRAIL TIME
designed to inform parents/guardians about school TRAIL Time is the sustained silent reading program at
activities and the educational process. ETMS. During TRAIL Time, students select and read
PTA members will be available during schedule pick-up to school-appropriate material that is interesting to them. In
share information, enroll parents/guardians as members, addition to reading independently, students engage in
and recruit activity volunteers. PTA volunteer support is activities that allow them to talk about the books they are
important to the success of many student activities reading. In order to provide students with easy access to
throughout the year. appealing, high-interest materials, each teacher has a well-
stocked classroom library. Students may also read
STUDENT COUNCIL materials from home, the ETMS library, or the public library.
Students will apply each fall to serve on the Student
Council. The council will consist of the elected officers and
7th and 8th grade representatives.
ACADEMICS
ABSENCES day for each day of absence. A student absent three days
Follow this procedure when it becomes necessary to be would thus have to complete all make-up work within three
absent from school: days after returning to school.
1. The student's parent/guardian should notify the An absence shall be classified as unexcused when it cannot
school attendance office by phone or email be classified under one of the six reasons listed above, or if
between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. on the day of no information is provided to the attendance office. Missing
absence with the reason for non-attendance school for other reasons without first contacting school
2. If the school has not received information from a administration may also cause an absence to be listed as
parent/guardian before 10:00 a.m. concerning the unexcused.
student's absence, the student's name will be Students assigned O.S.S. are expected to make up
listed on the absentee report as "undetermined." homework, projects and tests. Students will receive full
3. If the school office is unable to contact the credit for homework, projects, quizzes and tests accurately
parent/guardian by the end of the day, the completed on time.
absence will be marked "unexcused" and will be
recorded on the attendance record. ABSENCES - MAKE-UP WORK
4. Students may not return to attend any after-school Students who are absent from school are responsible for
activity if they are not in attendance at least 4 clock contacting teachers and determining what assignments are
hours or if they leave school ill during the day to be made up and the time limit for having them completed.
(without administrator approval). Students will be given one day for each day of absence to
make up the work. Long-term projects that have been
ABSENCES - DEFINITION OF assigned more than five (5) school days in advance of the
EXCUSED/UNEXCUSED absence are due the day of return unless arrangements
have been agreed upon by the teacher prior to the due date.
An absence will be listed as excused if the reason can be
Make-up tests will be scheduled at the discretion of the
classified under one of the following categories:
teacher.
1. Personal illness of the student verified by a
When a student has been absent for two or more days, the
parent/guardian.
parents/guardians may contact the school office before
2. Family illness or emergency that necessitates a
10:00 a.m. to request assignments. Assignments may be
student's presence at home.
picked up by the parents/guardians at the school office after
3. Dental or medical appointments that cannot be
3:30 p.m. or may be sent home with another student.
obtained at a time other than during school hours.
Assignments may be available electronically, so
Dentist/Physician verification of the appointment
parents/guardians are encouraged to call before coming to
must be given to the attendance secretary upon
pick up homework.
return to school.
4. Trips with parents/guardians, provided school
officials are notified prior to the absence. ABSENCES - PENALTY FOR NON-
5. Unusual opportunities for educational experiences ATTENDANCE
not available at other times, providing permission Any time that students are absent from school without the
is received from the administration in advance. permission of their parents/guardians or the school office,
6. Other reasons not listed may be considered they will be considered truant and will face disciplinary
excused if approved by administration prior to the action. Repeated truancy may result in referral to the
absence (religious observances, visits to family Division of Family Services, the Jackson County Family
member on active duty, other). Court, and/or the Lee’s Summit Youth Court.
Students who are excused for an absence are permitted to
make up all work and assignments missed while absent, but
must do so within a time limit. The general rule is one school
7ADVANCED STUDIES COURSES • Students are expected to access and complete
Advanced studies courses will parallel the content of the assignments, meet deadlines, engage in the work
regular grade-level core curriculum with a more rigorous and communicate with their teachers, peers or
and in-depth focus on selected topics. These courses will parents/guardians if they are needing assistance.
prepare students for Advanced Studies courses at the high • Work must be completed in order for student
school level. attendance for the day(s) to be counted.
• All advanced studies courses in grades 7 and 8,
Algebra I, French I, Spanish I, German I, and ASSESSMENTS
Chinese I will be weighted .5 on the middle school In order to achieve the purposes of the student assessment
4-point grading scale for the purpose of calculating program, the district requires all enrolled students to
Honor Roll and other academic awards. The participate in all applicable aspects of the assessment
weightedness received at the middle school will program.
not be carried over to the high school.
• Algebra I, French I, Spanish I, German I, and ATTENDANCE POLICY
Chinese I are high school level courses and will be Regular attendance is an important student responsibility.
posted to the student's high school transcript as a Poor attendance is the greatest factor contributing to school
high school credit. Grades earned in these failure.
courses will be used in calculating a student's high The Compulsory Attendance Law, “Section 167.031,
school GPA. RSMo, states that any parent, guardian or other person
• Algebra I will only count as a math credit after having custody or control of a child between the ages of
three additional math credits are earned at the seven (7) and the compulsory attendance age for the
high school. district, must ensure that the child is enrolled in and
• Algebra I students will be required to take an End regularly attends” school.
of Course Exam. Unless a student is under a doctor's care, chronic
• When a student drops an 8th grade modern absenteeism leaves the student susceptible to academic
language class or 8th grade Algebra I class (up to failure, and runs contrary to state law on compulsory school
the last day of first semester), that student will attendance. Our middle school attendance policies reflect
receive an "NC" (no credit). those concerns.
The middle school building attendance team will consist of
ALTERNATIVE METHODS OF INSTRUCTION representatives of the administrative staff, counseling staff,
(AMI) and the School Resource Officer (SRO)
A day of absence is defined as three or more class periods,
Beginning in the 2020-21 school year, a new state law
including Advisory/Homeroom.
allows schools to create a state-approved alternative
1. When a student is absent five (5) days in any
methods of instruction (AMI) plan to fulfill up to 5 days of
semester, a letter will be sent to the
time lost in the classroom due to events outside of the
parent/guardian explaining the middle school
district’s control including inclement weather, a utility
attendance philosophy and subsequent
outage, or an outbreak of a contagious disease where
attendance policy procedures. The building
school would otherwise be cancelled. In the event of a
attendance team representatives will be notified of
cancellation, the district may choose to hold instruction
the student's status.
virtually.
2. When a student is absent ten (10) days in any
Lee’s Summit R-7 Schools remains committed to providing
semester, the building attendance team will
students instructional activities and connections to the
coordinate contact with the parent(s)/guardian(s).
learning environment during periods of school closures. We
This contact will determine what interventions are
are fortunate to be a 1:1 district in which K-12 students have
needed to help the student increase attendance.
district-issued Chromebooks and R-7 staff have a platform
3. When a student is absent fifteen (15) days in
in Schoology to reach students remotely. While virtual
any semester, the building attendance team will
instruction cannot replace time in the classroom, Lee’s
determine if a school/parent/guardian conference
Summit R-7 Schools believe it is critical that we stay
with the building attendance team is warranted.
connected to our students and continue to provide learning
Subsequently, the building attendance team has
opportunities to the best of our ability. The district’s
the option of deciding if a report needs to be filed
technology department continues to work with families and
with the officer in charge of juvenile affairs at the
staff if needs of connectivity and internet accessibility are
Lee's Summit Police Department.
not being met.
4. If, after a school/parent/guardian conference,
If the decision is made to hold school virtually:
attendance does not improve, the officer in charge
• District communication will be sent to families
of juvenile affairs will send the
announcing that school will take place virtually
parent(s)/guardian(s) a letter emphasizing
along with reminders regarding how to access
Missouri's compulsory attendance law, and will
instructional materials.
outline subsequent interventions available to the
• Every teacher will use the Schoology platform to
building attendance team, including referral to the
share lessons, assignments, and resources with
Division of Family Services, the Jackson County
students.
Family Court, and/or the Lee's Summit Youth
• Teachers will post assignments and learning
Court.
opportunities each day by 10:00 a.m. Teachers
will hold daily office hours to guide and assist
students. Teachers will communicate with
students via email, Google Meet, and Schoology
by 10:00 a.m.
8GPA Weighted GPA
CITIZENSHIP A 4.00 A 4.5
Citizenship is an important aspect of middle school A- 3.6667 A- 4.1667
development. Each teacher will provide citizenship B+ 3.3334 B+ 3.8334
feedback to parents/guardians on the quarterly report card. B 3.00 B 3.5
Teachers will assign each student a citizenship rating of S B- 2.6667 B- 3.1667
- satisfactory, N - needs improvement, or U - unsatisfactory. C+ 2.3334 C+ 2.8334
C 2.00 C 2.5
These ratings are not reflected in students’ academic
C- 1.6667 C- 2.1667
grades.
D+ 1.3334 D+ 1.8334
Satisfactory = Consistently meets individual classroom
D 1.00 D 1.5
expectations
D- 0.6667 D- 1.1167
Needs Improvement = Inconsistently meets individual
F 0 F 0
classroom expectations
Unsatisfactory = Seldom meets individual classroom No coursework in 6th grade is weighted.
expectations The Principal's Scholarship Honor Roll requires a 3.667
GPA (A- average).
FINAL EXAMS The Scholarship Honor Roll requires a 3.00 GPA (B
All students will be required to take final exams on the days average).
scheduled unless a parent/guardian makes a specific
written request to the Principal. The exams will be given the REPORT CARDS & PROGRESS REPORTS
last week of school. Progress report cards for all middle school students are
Final exams will count ten percent of the fourth quarter provided week 6, week 9, and week 12 of every semester.
grade. Semester finals taken at the end of the first semester Reports cards are issued electronically each semester.
will count ten percent of the second quarter grade.
STUDENT PROMOTION GUIDELINES
GRADING SYSTEM A student who receives 3 or more grading period Fs during
The following standardized grading scale is used: the school year may be required to attend summer school
A = 95-100 B- = 80-82 D+ = 67-69 or retained. See Board Policy IKE. The final decision to
A- = 90-94 C+ = 77-79 D = 63-66 promote a student will be made by a building team.
B+ = 87-89 C = 73-76 D- = 60-62 Consideration will be given in second semester to students
B = 83-86 C- = 70-72 F = 59 & below (No Credit) who demonstrate marked improvement in academic
performance.
HONOR ROLLS/GPA
The middle schools use a 4-point grading system.
ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES POLICIES
ACADEMIC & CITIZENSHIP ELIGIBILITY Academic grades, citizenship grades, attendance, and
Students have a fundamental responsibility to maintain their student conduct may affect eligibility to participate in or
grades and be good school citizens. Academic grades, attend clubs, activities, or programs outside of the
attendance, and student conduct will affect eligibility to classroom.
participate in or attend activities or athletics. MSHSAA Activity/Athletic programs are defined as:
Students are ineligible for interscholastic activities if: Athletics Activities
• the student is failing two or more classes. Students Basketball Academic Team
will be ineligible for interscholastic activities during Cross Country Cheerleading
the quarter after receiving the grades. Football
• the student is not in attendance 4 consecutive Track & Field
hours, including the end of the school day, on the Volleyball
day of the activity a student may not leave school Wrestling
and be absent through the end of the school day
and then return for an activity. ACTIVITIES PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT
• on the day of the activity, the student is assigned We believe interscholastic activities are an important facet
In-School Suspension or Out-Of-School of the total school program for middle level students, and
Suspension. are a vital part of the individual's total educational
• the student does not abide by the activity's experience.
practice and late ride pickup policies. We believe the emphasis in all co-curricular activities
• a proper attitude is not maintained toward the should be on participation, skill development, and fun. Our
sponsor or coach. duty as coaches and sponsors is to create a supportive
• the student does not exhibit good sportsmanship. teaching environment that stresses physical conditioning,
• suspension from activities for student misconduct basic athletic skills, sportsmanship, team work,
is determined by building administrators. responsibility, and healthy competition.
9We believe student participation in the activities program is 5. It is against MSHSAA regulations to sell or rent
a privilege which carries with it responsibilities to family, any equipment to individuals. The R-7 athletic
team, school, community, and self. This participation departments strictly adhere to this regulation.
represents a year-round commitment. Therefore, any equipment seen out of the school
environment does not belong to individuals.
ACTIVITY/ATHLETIC PARTICIPATION FEES Please report any such violation to a coach or the
athletic administrator.
– MIDDLE SCHOOL
The R-7 athletic/activity program goal reflects that student
activities and athletics are an integral part of the total
COACHES & SPONSORS
Awards Show. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kenny Taylor, Director
secondary educational program because they provide
Basketball – Boys . . . . . . . . . . . . .Todd Wilson, Head Coach
experiences that will help students to acquire additional
Basketball – Girls . . . . . . . . Tim Cunningham, Head Coach
knowledge and skills, plus they help students gain the
Bison Smart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tiara Surface, Sponsor
attributes of good citizenship.
Cheerleading. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Leslie Kendall, Head Coach
Students wishing to participate in any MSHSAA sponsored
Cross Country – Boys. . . . . . . . . . . . Tim Lewis, Head Coach
activity/sport will be charged $25 for yearly participation. A
Cross Country – Girls . . . . . . . . . . Mike Walker, Head Coach
maximum participation fee of $50/family will be charged for
Football. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mike Meade, Head Coach
participating in activities/sports. Please consult the building
Lee’s Summit Teacher Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
assistant principal/activities director for any questions or
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Stephanie Russell, Sponsor
concerns regarding the participation fee.
Robotics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dylan Fuehrer, Sponsor
The following guidelines will assist with implementation for
Scholar Bowl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jennifer Shreve, Sponsor
the collection of fees:
School Musical. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kenny Taylor, Director
1. The student will not be allowed to participate in an
Student Council. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
activity/contest until the fee is paid in full.
. . . . . . . . .Alex McCauley & Leanne Malotte, Co-Sponsors
2. If students are cut from a team but has already
Talent Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kenny Taylor, Director
paid the fee, they will be reimbursed upon request.
Track – Boys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Todd Wilson, Head Coach
3. If a student quits or is suspended from a team or
Track – Girls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Leslie Kendall, Head Coach
performing group after the first scheduled event,
Volleyball. . . . . . . . . . . .Michelle Mickelberry, Head Coach
no refund will be granted.
Wrestling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Roy Martin, Head Coach
4. If students are injured during or after the first
Yearbook. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Adina Cambron, Advisor
scheduled game so that they can no longer
compete, the fee will not be refunded.
5. Other extenuating circumstances, such as a LATE RIDE PICKUP POLICY
student transferring to another district prior to the Student-participants are expected to be on time and attend
first activity or season or a student being placed all scheduled practices/meetings unless agreement has
on homebound, may be considered by the building been reached by the coach/sponsor the day before the
administrator for reimbursement. scheduled session. Any student-participants who have not
6. Students qualifying for the free lunch program will completed transportation connections within 20 minutes of
be exempt from the activity participation fee. the end of practice/meeting will be considered in violation
Students qualifying for the reduced lunch program of the practice policy.
will pay 50% of the participation fee. Student/ Infraction Consequences:
parent/guardian should contact the building 1st Infraction: Warning to the student-participant and a
principal to verify their free or reduced lunch parent/guardian contact by coach/sponsor.
status. Each case will be evaluated independently. 2nd Infraction: Partial participation in the next scheduled
7. Activity fees will be collected at registration or event.
through the school office. 3rd Infraction: No participation in the next scheduled
event.
CARE OF EQUIPMENT 4th Infraction: Dismissal from the activity group or team.
Any equipment lost or stolen must be paid for by the student
in whose name it was issued. MISSOURI STATE HIGH SCHOOL
Following these guidelines will reduce the chance of lost or ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATION (MSHSAA)
stolen equipment: Mission Statement of the MSHSAA
1. Do not exchange or loan to another teammate any "The MSHSAA promotes the value of participation,
of the equipment checked out to the student. If sportsmanship, team play, and personal excellence to
exchange is warranted, clear it on with the coach. develop citizens who make positive contributions to their
2. Except when students are in visual contact, they community and support the democratic principles of our
should keep locker lockers closed and LOCKED at state and nation."
all times. This includes when they are in the
shower. School and personal equipment and
MSHSAA ACTIVITIES COMMITMENT -
belongings should be locked up at all times.
3. Any loss of equipment should be reported MIDDLE SCHOOL
immediately to the head coach, rather than waiting Each student who chooses to take part in the activities
until the end of the season. program must make this commitment. Parents/Guardians
4. Any protective equipment that does not fit properly must also support their student's commitment. The
or that has any defective parts should be reported coach/sponsor will have a commitment contract for
to a coach immediately. Do not wear the students to sign.
equipment until the necessary adjustments have Prior to participating in any practice or tryout sessions for
been made. This is for students’ protection. any activity or interscholastic sport, each athlete must:
101. Complete the MSHSAA Participation Certificate, Infraction Consequences:
including: 1st Infraction: Partial participation in the next scheduled
a. Student signature and birthdate. contest/event.
b. Parent/Guardian permission signature. 2nd Infraction: No participation in the next scheduled
c. Proof of basic athletic insurance coverage. contest/event.
d. Parent/Guardian permission authorizing 3rd Infraction: Dismissal from the activity group or team.
emergency treatment.
e. Proof a physical examination by a registered MSHSAA ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY
physician. It must be signed and dated by the
registered physician. The physical exam is TRANSFER POLICY
valid for 730 days from the date of the exam, All 8th grade students who are interested in playing sports
unless otherwise indicated by the physician. at LSHS, LSNHS, or LSWHS next year need to be aware
2. This MSHSAA Participation Certificate must be on of the transfer policy of the Missouri State High School
file in the office of the building athletic director. Activities Association (MSHSAA).
3. Return/submit the signed R-7 Middle School 238.3 TRANSFER OF ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS -
Activities Commitment Form to school personnel. The following standards are for the purpose of assuring
As a student-athlete participating voluntarily in fairness to all students:
interscholastic activities/athletics: 2a. Upon promotion from the 8th grade or the highest grade
1. Students will abide by the school's student code of of a middle school administered as a separate unit within a
conduct as outlined in the school's student school system, a student may be eligible only at the public
handbook, the coaches' team rules and the rules high school located in the public geographical attendance
of the MSHSAA. district in which the student's parents/guardians reside or
2. Students will conduct themselves according to any nonpublic high school located in the nonpublic
established academic, citizenship, and geographical attendance district as specified in By-Law
sportsmanship expectations at all times. 238.1-b, in which the student's parents/guardians reside.
3. Students will be responsible for all athletic Any student who chooses to attend a school other than
equipment issued to them throughout the season, those specified in By-Law 238.3 2a above shall be eligible
will return such equipment at the end of the only at the sub-varsity level in all sports for 365 days from
season, and will pay the current replacement cost the date of promotion from the 8th grade or the highest
for any of the equipment not accounted for at the grade of a middle school administered as a separate unit
end of the season. within a school system.
4. Students will not use or be in possession of
tobacco, alcohol, or narcotics. If they do use or MSHSAA BASIC GUIDELINES FOR
possess any of these substances, they will be PARTICIPATION
subject to school and team disciplinary actions 1. Students are allowed to make their own activity
This is a year-round commitment. participation selections. It is the R-7 policy that
5. Students acknowledge that they have been students facing a conflict between two R-7
properly advised, cautioned and warned by sponsored activities will be given a choice of which
administrative and/or coaching personnel of the to attend. Certain school activities (to be
school district that they are exposing themselves determined by building administrators) will have
to the risk of injury. It is still their desire to priority. Students are not to be penalized by the
participate in sports and to do so with full activity not attended.
knowledge and understanding of the risk of injury. 2. Lee's Summit middle school policy requires
6. Students agree to allow their picture, as part of an students ride the bus to all school activities and
activity group, to be posted on schools’ social returning from all out-of-district school activities.
media and website. They also agree to allow their Departing from this policy releases the Lee's
name and sports-related information to be Summit School District from all liability for any
included in game programs. adverse results that may occur. A parent/guardian
7. Students, along with their parents/guardians, may make a request to transport the student by
certify that they have read and understand all of directly contacting the coach/sponsor to seek
the school district athletic policies in the school's permission. An R-7 Activity Travel Release form
student handbook. In order to remain eligible for must be completed specifying who is being
participation, students must comply with all transported and signed by the appropriate
requirements. parent/guardian.
8. Parent/Guardians of a student/athlete will support 3. If it is necessary to be absent from practice, the
the positive participation of students in the student is expected to obtain permission from the
athletic/activities program, promote their head coach prior to the scheduled practice.
academic and citizenship efforts, and provide a Unexcused absences will result in disciplinary
role model consistent with the expectations of the action from the coach under the activities practice
R-7 Middle School Sportsmanship Code. policy.
4. Students must be in attendance during the school
MSHSAA ACTIVITIES PRACTICE POLICY day for a minimum of four consecutive hours,
Student-participants are expected to attend all practices on including the end of the school day, to participate
time on the days they attend school, unless agreement has in any activity scheduled for that day. A student
been reached by the coach/sponsor and parents/guardians may not leave school and be absent through the
no later than the day previous to the scheduled practice end of the school day and then return for an
session. activity. Exceptions are granted with
administrative approval only.
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