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2021-2022
KPBSD Parent-Student Handbook
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
Website: www.kpbsd.k12.ak.us
“Today’s schools educating for tomorrow.”
Table of Contents
Personal Property 16
KPBSD Mission Statement 1 Weather 16
KPBSD Mission 1 Child Find - 17
KPBSD Vision 1 Counseling Services 17
Tobacco Cessation Programs 3 Students in Transition (SIT) 17
Vaping 3 Who are Homeless Children and Youth? 17
Canvas E-Cig Mini Course 3 Behavior Threat Assessments 18
INDEPTH 3 School Board Policies 19
N-O-T® (Not On Tobacco) 3 Building Use 19
AHERA School Management Plans 7 Ceremonies and Observances 19
Radio Station Guide 7 Cocurricular Activities 19
Hazardous Roads 7 Communication Between Home and School 19
KPBSD Strategic Plan 9 Discipline 19
District Goals & Key Performance Indicators 9 Corporal Punishment 19
Instruction 10 Discipline Guide 20
Grades, Assessment and Reporting 10 Due Process 21
Alaska Military Youth Academy (AMYA) 10 Harassment Issues 22
Federal Programs 10 Search and Seizure 22
Parent Involvement 10 Student Rights & Responsibilities - Conduct 22
PowerSchool Parent Portal 10 Fees 22
Input/Problem Solving 11 Guardianship and Custody 22
Teacher’s Qualifications - Right to Know 11 Input / Problem Solving 22
Alaska Performance Scholarship (APS) 11 Internet Safety 22
Textbooks 11 Personally-owned Electronic Devices 22
Career Pathways 11 Electronic Mail (Email) 22
Report Cards 12 Parental Request for Non-Participation by Students
Health Curriculum 12 (Internet or Email Opt-out) 23
How the School System Works 12 Non-Discrimination 23
Attendance 12 Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment 23
Prearranged Absences 13 Release of Student Directory Information 24
Truancy 13 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act 24
Transfers/Attendance Boundaries 13 Security Cameras 25
Busing of Kindergartners 13 Site-Based Council / PTA / PTSA 25
Bus Conduct 13 Student Lockers 25
Health Screenings 14 Student Nutrition 25
Medications/Immunizations 14 New 21/22 SY Online Applications 26
Provisional Admission 15 Non-Discrimination Statement 26
Reducing Illness at School 15 Student Records 26
Recidivism Prevention Program 15 Access Without Parental Consent 27
Info on the web 15 Records Pertaining to Children with Disabilities 28
Insurance 15 Access with Consent 28
Emergencies 16 Notification of Rights Under FERPA 8
Address Change 16 Visitors 29
Evacuation Procedures 16 Volunteers 29
Earthquakes 16 Wellness 30
Emergency Student Release Advice for Parents 16
Sincerely,
Dear KPBSD students, parents, staff, and community
members,
Welcome back to school! 2021-2022 is going to be a
fantastic school year for the KPBSD. I am honored to serve
as the new Superintendent of the Kenai Peninsula Borough
School District. As a long-time community member, and as
a parent whose children completed elementary, middle, and
high school here on the Kenai, I take pride in our schools, KPBSD Mission Statement
our amazing staff, and the incredible amount of public This year the Parent-Student Handbook is designed to be
support for our students. I also know the high expectations viewed online. Our main website address is
we have for this district. http://www.kpbsd.k12.ak.us. The sections within this
handbook are linked to policies which are already online.
I am excited for the 2021-2022 school year and a return Please click the links for more detailed information.
to the personalized and vibrant education that the KPBSD In the event there is a disparity between this handbook and
is known for. There is a lot in store for the coming school policy, policy will always take precedence.
year, including plans to leverage our technology and KPBSD would like to thank all the photographers and
expertise in instructional delivery to increase learning students featured in this publication.
opportunities for students across our vast and diverse KPBSD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
district. KPBSD Mission
The mission of the Kenai Peninsula Borough School
Something I am excited to share is our plan to expand District is to empower all learners to positively shape their
our already robust Career and Technical Education (CTE) futures.
offerings. Regardless of region, students will have the KPBSD Vision
opportunity to participate in CTE programming, earn KPBSD will inspire all learners to pursue their dreams in a
industry certifications, attend vocational training, and be rigorous, relevant and responsive environment.
prepared to enter the workforce. This is just one example
of how, through rich course content and well-rounded
learning experiences, KPBSD students will be prepared
for their futures and to be healthy, contributing members of
their communities.
I look forward to working together as we continue making
the Kenai Peninsula the best place in Alaska for students to
attend school.
Clayton Holland, Superintendent
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Tobacco Cessation Programs
Vaping
According to the American Lung Association (ALA),
E-cigarettes are now the most commonly used tobacco
product among students. 28% of high school students
nationwide are now vaping. KPBSD has a number of
evidence based vape education and cessation support
programs.
Canvas E-Cig Mini Course
This course was developed by KPBSD and was created
to mirror other evidence based ATOSS programs. Despite
it being available online, it is meant to be a high contact
course for middle school students, done in an ISS model
alongside a staff member that can facilitate conversations
with the student around vape usage.
INDEPTH
INDEPTH is an alternative to suspension program for
students who violated school tobacco-use policy. Led
by an adult facilitator at a school or community based
setting. Lung.org/INDEPTH This course is evidence based
program for middle and high school students using any type
of tobacco product.
N-O-T® (Not On Tobacco)
N-O-T® (Not On Tobacco) is a teen vaping and smoking
cessation program and provides the tools, information and
support to quit for good. Lung.org/NOT is a 9 week course
consisting of 10 50-minute long sessions that helps give
students who are ready to begin their quit journey the tools
and support they need to be successful.
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2021-2022 KPBSD School / Board Contact List
148 North Binkley Street Soldotna, Alaska 99669 714-8888 262-9645-Fax
65 Aurora Borealis, K-8 283-0292 Cody McCanna, Prin. 52 Nikiski North Star El., PK-5 776-2600 Jenna Fabian, Prin.
705 Frontage Rd., Suite A 283-0293 Fax Anita LeDoux, Sec. 45600 Holt Lamplight Rd 776-8423 Fax Adrea Burman, Sec.
Kenai, AK 99611 Kenai, AK 99611
31 Chapman School, PK-8 235-8671 Josh Hinds, Prin. 38 Nikolaevsk School, PK-12 235-8972 Mike Sellers, Prin.
PO Box 1109 235-5460 Fax Carrara Poindexter, Sec. PO Box 5129 235-3617-Fax Stephanie Jones, Sec.
Anchor Point, AK 99556 Nikolaevsk, AK 99556
80 Connections, K-12 714-8880 Richard Bartolowits, Prin. 02 Ninilchik School, K-12 714-0300 Jeff Ambrosier, Prin.
143 E. Park Ave. xxx-xxxx Greg Melvin, Asst. Prin. 15735 Sterling Hwy. 567-3504 Fax Patricia Tilbury, Sec.
Soldotna, AK 99669 262-2859 Fax Julie Nichols, Admin. Sec. Ninilchik, AK 99639
32 Cooper Landing School, K-12 595-1244 Douglas Hayman, Prin. 33 Paul Banks Elementary, PK-2 226-1801 Jerry Stapleton, Prin.
19030 Bean Creek Road 595-1461 Fax Donna Tucker, Sec. 1340 East Road 235-8163 Fax Katy Countiss, Sec.
Cooper Landing, AK 99572 Homer, AK 99603
68 Fireweed Academy, K-6 235-9728 Todd Hindman, Prin. 40 Port Graham School, PK-12 284-2210 Eric Hart, Prin./Tchr.
995 Soundview Avenue, Suite 2 235-8561 Fax Sharlyn Young, Sec. PO Box 5550 284-2213 Fax Vacant, Sec.
Homer, AK 99603 Port Graham, AK 99603
66 Homer Flex, 9-12 235-5558 Christopher Brown, Prin./Tchr. 49 Razdolna School,PK-12 235-6870 Michael Sturm, Prin./Tchr.
4122 Ben Walters Lane 235-5633 Fax Beth Schneider, Sec. PO Box 15098 235-6485 Fax Fenya Basargin, Sec.
Homer, AK 99603 Homer, AK 99603
06 Homer High, 9-12 235-4600 Doug Waclawski, Prin. 46 Redoubt Elementary, PK-6 260-4300 Bill Withrow, Prin.
600 E. Fairview Ave. 235-8933 Fax Alison Mall, Asst. Prin. 486 West Redoubt 262-5815 Fax Cindy Kircher, Sec.
Homer, AK 99603 235-7416 Pool Kristin Metz, Sec. Soldotna, AK 99669
13 Homer Middle, 7-8 235-5700 Meghan Redmond, Prin. 16 River City Academy, 7-12 714-6400 Dawn Edwards-Smith, Prin/Tchr.
500 Sterling Hwy. 235-2513 Fax Tanya Shafer, Sec. 46188 Sterling Hwy. 714-6401 Fax Amanda Barber, Sec.
Homer, AK 99603 Soldotna, AK 99669
35 Hope School, K-12 782-3202 Douglas Hayman, Prin. 42 Seward Elementary, PK-5 224-3356 Alan Haskins, Prin.
PO Box 47 782-3140 Fax Vacant, Sec. PO Box 247 224-7077 Fax Kathi Davis, Sec.
Hope, AK 99605 Seward, AK 99664
48 K-Beach Elementary, K-6 260-1300 Janae Van Slyke, Prin. 08 Seward High, 9-12 224-9040 Henry Burns, Prin.
1049 E. Poppy Lane 262-4096 Fax Elizabeth Kvamme, Asst. Prin. PO Box 1049 224-3306 Fax Rebecca Starr, Sec.
Soldotna, AK 99669 Kara Bynum, Sec. Seward, AK 99664 224-3900 Pool
56 Kachemak-Selo, PK-12 235-5552 Michael Wojciak, Reg. Prin. 14 Seward Middle, 6-8 224-9000 Matthew Potter, Prin.
44032 Milton Road #B11 235-5644 Fax Frosia Polushkin, Sec. PO Box 1149 224-9001 Fax Loretta Honebein, Sec.
Kachemak, AK 99603 Seward, AK 99664
63 Kaleidoscope School, K-5 283-0804 Dawn Grimm, Prin. 12 Skyview Middle, 7-8 260-2500 Jill DuFloth, Prin.
549 North Forest Drive 283-3786 Fax Stacey Weeks, Sec. 46188 Sterling Hwy. 262-7036 Fax Shonia Werner, Asst. Prin.
Kenai, AK 99611 Soldotna, AK 99669 262-3905 Pool Leanne Abendroth, Sec.
67 Kenai Alternative High, 9-12 & PK 335-2870 Loren Reese, Prin./Tchr. 43 Soldotna Elementary, PK-6 260-5100 Austin Stevenson, Prin.
705 Frontage Rd. Suite C 283-6463 Fax Tawni Eubank, Sec. 162 E. Park Avenue 262-4962 Fax Kim Harding, Sec.
Kenai, AK 99611 Soldotna, AK 99669
07 Kenai Central High, 9-12 283-2100 Dan Beck, Prin. 09 Soldotna High, 9-12 260-7000 Sarge Truesdell, Prin.
9583 Kenai Spur Hwy. 283-3230 Fax Will Chervenak, Asst. Prin. 425 West Marydale 262-4288 Fax Tabitha Blades, Asst. Prin.
Kenai, AK 99611 283-7476 Pool Misty Hamilton, Sec. Soldotna, AK 99669 262-7419 Pool Mary Blossom, Sec.
283-2133 Theater 260-7090 Theater
11 Kenai Middle, 6-8 283-1700 Vaughn Dosko, Prin. 64 Soldotna Montessori, K-6 260-9221 John DeVolld, Prin.
201 N. Tinker Lane 283-3180 Fax Ken Felchle, Asst. Prin. 158 E. Park Avenue 260-9032 Fax Whitney Cavazos, Sec.
Kenai, AK 99611 Megan Smith, Sec. Soldotna, AK 99669
15 Marathon School, 7-12 335-3343 Melissa Linton, Prin. 44 Sterling Elementary, PK-6 262-4944 Denise Kelly, Prin.
405 Marathon Road 335-3342 Fax Jennifer Derks-Andersen,Tchr. Drawer 89 262-5128 Fax Debbie McBride, Sec.
Kenai, AK 99611 Sterling, AK 99672
47 McNeil Canyon Elementary, K-6 235-8181 Peter Swanson, Prin/Tchr. 03 Susan B. English, K-12 234-7616 Scott Jonsson, Prin./Tchr.
52188 East End Road 235-8183 Fax Joy Overson, Sec. PO Box 171 260-2349 Fax Amy Gilson, Sec.
Homer, AK 99603 Seldovia, AK 99663
37 Moose Pass School, K-8 288-3183 Douglas Hayman, Prin. 01 Tebughna School, K-12 583-2291 Christy Gomez, Prin./Tchr.
PO Box 46 288-3607 Fax Susanna LaRock, Sec. PO Box 82010 583-2692 Fax Crystal Jones, Sec.
Moose Pass, AK 99631 Tyonek, AK 99682
51 Mt. View Elementary, PK-5 283-8600 Karl Kircher, Prin. 45 Tustumena Elementary, PK-6 260-1345 Douglas Hayman, Prin.
315 Swires Road 283-9340 Fax Hannah Dolphin, Asst. Prin. PO Box 749 262-8477 Fax Krystal Cottam, Sec.
Kenai, AK 99611 Kimb Remsen, Sec. Kasilof, AK 99610
34 Nanwalek School, K-12 281-2210 Penny Bearden, Reg. Prin. 53 Voznesenka School, PK-12 235-8549 Michael Wojciak, Reg. Prin.
PO Box 8007 281-2211 Fax Ann Evans, Sec. 33002 Voznesenka Loop 235-6086 Fax Ksenia Kuzmin, Sec.
Nanwalek, AK 99603 Homer, AK 99603
10 Nikiski Middle/High School, 6-12 776-9400 Shane Bostic, Prin. 50 West Homer Elementary, 3-6 235-5750 Eric Waltenbaugh, Prin.
PO Box 7112 776-3486 Fax Michael Crain, Asst. Prin. 995 Soundview Avenue, Suite 1 235-2612 Fax Joni Wise, Sec.
Nikiski, AK 99635 Sari Anderson, Sec. Homer, AK 99603
08/18/21 NS
42021-2022 Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
148 North Binkley Street Soldotna, Alaska 99669 714-8888 262-9645 - Fax
District Office Administration
Superintendent Clayton Holland Lisa Gabriel, Admin. Secretary 714-8836 262-9132 - Fax
Assistant Superintendent Kari Dendurent Natalie Bates, Admin. Secretary 714-8858 262-5867 - Fax
District Executive Directors
Executive Director of Finance Liz Hayes Natalie Bates, Admin. Secretary 714-8858 262-5867 - Fax
Executive Director of Human Resources Nate Crabtree Nikkol Sipes, Personnel Support 714-8888 262-9645 - Fax
District Office Directors
Secondary Education Tony Graham Jackie Tomrdle, Admin. Secretary 714-8864 262-6354 - Fax
Information Services Eric Soderquist 714-8878 262-9645 - Fax
Planning & Operations Kevin Lyon Jacynne Best, Admin. Secretary 714-8875 262-7165 - Fax
Elementary Education Eric Pederson Vacant, Admin. Secretary 714-8892 262-6354 - Fax
Communications, Community &
Pegge Erkeneff 714-8887 262-5867 - Fax
Governmental Relations
Student Support Services Amy Hagen Kathy Mize, Admin. Secretary 714-8881 262-1374 - Fax
District Departments
Curriculum 148 N. Binkley St., Soldotna Melissa Linton 714-8861 262-6354 - Fax
Health Services Tustumena Elementary School Vacant 260-2390 260-2392 - Fax
KPSAA Kenai Middle School Vaughn Dosko 283-1700 283-3180 - Fax
Purchasing 139 E. Park Ave., Soldotna Jackie Haeg 714-8876 262-7165 - Fax
Student Nutrition 139 E. Park Ave., Soldotna Diane Buchanan 714-8890 262-0978 - Fax
Transportation 139 E. Park Ave., Soldotna Melody Best 714-8834 262-7165 - Fax
Warehouse 139 E. Park Ave., Soldotna Kirk Williams 714-8870 262-2525 - Fax
Board of Education
President Zen Kelly 5317 Kachemak Dr., Homer, Alaska 99603 235-9700
Vice President Debbie Cary P.O Box 39317, Ninilchik, Alaska 99639 398-8308
Clerk Jason Tauriainen P.O Box 7373, Nikiski, Alaska 99635 398-1024
Treasurer Mike Illg 934 Larkspur Court, Homer, Alaska 99603 299-6425
Member Penny Vadla 399 W Riverview Avenue, Soldotna, Alaska 99669 262-7249
Member Greg Madden P.O Box 1914, Soldotna, Alaska 99669 420-4120
Member Matt Morse 154 E. Redoubt Ave., Soldotna, Alaska 99669 252-0573
Member Patricia Truesdell P.O Box 1452, Soldotna, Alaska 99669 394-4497
Member Virginia Morgan P.O Box 657, Cooper Landing, Alaska 99572 595-3094
08/18/21 NS
5Graduation Dates 2022
(Subject to change – see http://www.kpbsd.k12.ak.us/departments.aspx?id=248 for current)
School Location Graduation Date Time
Cooper Landing Cooper Landing School May 17, 2022 6:00 PM
Connections Soldotna High School May 19, 2022 4:00 PM
Homer Flex Land’s End May 18, 2022 5:00 PM
Homer High School Homer High School May 18, 2022 7:00 PM
Hope School Hope Gym May 18, 2022 6:00 PM
Kachemak Selo School Kachemak Selo School May 16, 2022 11:00 AM
Kenai Alternative School Kenai Alt Gym May 18, 2022 5:00 PM
Kenai Central High School Kenai Central High School May 17, 2022 6:30 PM
Nanwalek School Nanwalek School May 17, 2022 1:00 PM
Nikiski High School Nikiski High Gym May 16, 2022 7:00 PM
Nikolaevsk School Nikolaevsk School May 16, 2022 5:00 PM
Ninilchik High School Ninilchik School Gym May 17, 2022 6:00 PM
Port Graham School Port Graham School May 17, 2022 4:00 PM
Razdolna School Razdolna School May 16, 2022 1:00 PM
River City Academy Sports Center May 17, 2022 6:00 PM
Seward High School Seward High May 16, 2022 7:00 PM
Soldotna High School Sports Center May 18, 2022 7:00 PM
Susan B. English Susan B English School May 16, 2022 4:00 PM
Tebughna School Tebughna School Gym May 16, 2022 6:00 PM
Voznesenka School Land’s End May 16, 2022 4:30 PM
6Radio Station Guide
Requirements for Graduation (BP 6146.1 High School Graduation Requirements)
4.0 Language Arts
3.0 Mathematics
Central Pen Homer
3.0 Social Studies (World History – 1.0, U.S. History – 1.0, Government ‐ 0.5 , Alaska Studies ‐ 0.5) KDLL 91.9 FM KBBI 890 AM
3.0 Science (must include 1.0 credit life science and 1.0 credit physical science) KGTL 620 AM KGTL 620 AM
1.0 Physical Education (option of waiving 0.5 credit for cocurricular participation)
KKIS 96.5 FM KXBA 93.3 FM
0.5 Health
KPEN 101.7 FM KWVV 103.5 FM
3.0 Practical and/or Creative Arts (minimum of 0.5 practical arts and 0.5 creative arts)
4.5 Electives
KKNI 105.3 FM Seward/Moose Pass
22.0 Total Credits KSLD 1140 AM KSVJ 90.7 FM
KSRM 920 AM KWVV 104.9 FM
KXBA 93.3 FM KSKA 88.1 FM
KWHQ 100.1 FM KPEN 101.7 FM
Hazardous Roads
AHERA School Management Plans During the winter there may be times in both the morning
and afternoon when conditions are too hazardous for buses
This information is provided annually to schools by to travel on certain roads. This information will be posted on
the KPBSD Planning and Operations Department. Your the District website, Facebook (www.facebook.com/kpbsd),
school will provide you with this information in the school Twitter (twitter.com/kpbsd) and parents should listen to the
newsletter. radio and television for announcements. The radio stations
As mandated by Federal Regulation 40 CFR PART 763, listed will air public service announcements at fifteen minute
known as the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act intervals.
(AHERA), local educational agencies are to notify parents, The decision to close schools for the day is the
guardians/students in writing about the existence and responsibility of the superintendent of schools.
location of AHERA School Management Plans for individual The superintendent of schools may delay the opening
school buildings. Also required by regulation is the of schools by two hours if the roads are impassable due
notification of all related asbestos activities that occurred to inclement weather. The two-hour delay will give road
during the previous year. crews additional time for sanding and plowing. In the case
Currently, all AHERA School Management Plans of a two-hour school opening delay, schools will dismiss
are located at the Kenai Peninsula Borough School students at the normal time unless announced otherwise.
District’s Planning and Operations Office and the Kenai To calculate the school start time and bus pickup during a
Peninsula Borough’s Maintenance Office. Each school’s two-hour delay, simply add two hours to the normal time.
administrative office maintains a copy of its individual If the decision is made to either close school for the day
School Management Plan. Plans may be inspected at any or delay school opening times, the announcements will
of these sites. be broadcast on the local radio stations listed, and will
If you have any questions concerning the AHERA School be posted on the District website and social media sites.
Management Plans or asbestos-related activities, contact You should have an alternate plan for the care and safety
your school principal or the director of planning and of your children on those days when school opening is
operations at (907) 714-8875. delayed or schools are closed because of road conditions.
If school remains open and you as a parent do not believe
it is safe for your child to travel to school, use your best
judgment to determine what is safest for your child. Please
notify the school if your child will not be attending.
7Penny Vadla, Member Virginia Morgan, Member
399 W. Riverview Ave P.O. Box 657
Soldotna, AK 99669 Cooper Landing, AK 99572
Phone: 262-7249 Phone: 595-3094
District 4 District 6
Term Expires: 2023 Term Expires: 2022
pvadla@kpbsd.org vmorgan@kpbsd.org
Mike Illg, Treasurer Debbie Cary, Vice President
934 Larkspur Ct P.O. Box 39317
Homer, AK 99603 Ninilchik, AK 99639
Phone: 299-6425 Phone: 567-3346
District 8 District 7
Term Expires: 2021 Term Expires: 2023
millg@kpbsd.org dcary@kpbsd.org
John Kelly, President Jason Tauriainen, Clerk
5317 Kachemack Dr. P.O. Box 7373
Homer, AK 99603 Nikiski, AK 99635
Phone: 235-9700 Phone: 398-1024
District 9 District 3
Term Expires: 2022 Term Expires: 2023
jkelly@kpbsd.org jtauriainen@kpbsd.org
Patti Truesdell, Member Matt Morse, Member
P.O. Box 1452 154 E. Redoubt Ave
Soldotna, AK 99669 Soldotna, AK 99669
Phone: 394-4497 Phone: 252-0573
District 1 District 2
Term Expires: 2022 Term Expires: 2021
ptruesdell@kpbsd.org mmorse@kpbsd.ord
Greg Madden, Member Student Representative - To be announced
P.O. Box 1914
Soldotna, AK 99669
Phone: 420-4120
District 5 Elections in October
Term Expires: 2021
gmadden@kpbsd.org
8KPBSD Strategic Plan
4. Responsive: Be immersed in a high quality
District Goals & Key Performance Indicators
instructional environment
* Prioritize strong, positive relationships with all
Mission: Empower all learners to positively shape their students to support their social and emotional needs.
futures. * Teachers will utilize a repertoire of high-yield
Vision: KPBSD will inspire all learners to pursue their instructional strategies that are research-based, high
dreams in a rigorous, relevant and responsive environment. quality instructional strategies, within the instructional
Guiding Principles: Every KPBSD student will graduate environment.
prepared for their future. A strong, positive relationship * Develop a culture of continuous innovation within
with all students is the foundation of a quality education in all schools across the district.
KPBSD. A KPBSD diploma guarantees a student is ready * Professional learning is embedded and ongoing,
for life, college, and career. resulting in continuous growth and innovation.
* Develop a highly reliable and efficient
1. Ready for organization through online/concurrent collaboration tools.
* Life: KPBSD students will demonstrate life
readiness skills by possessing resiliency, grit, and
perseverance to achieve their goals with a growth
mindset that empowers them to approach their future with
confidence.
* College: KPBSD students will demonstrate
college readiness by meeting rigorous academic indicators
and/or post-secondary assessment scores.
* Career: KPBSD students will demonstrate career
readiness by identifying a career interest and meeting
employability/experiential benchmarks.
2. Rigor: All Students will achieve high levels of academic
growth
* Students will learn in a performance-based
instructional model.
* Student growth and success will be determined
through multiple measures of learning.
* Students will have “accessible anywhere”
curriculum without dependencies on particular technologies.
3. Relevance: Experience a personalized learning system
* Students will learn in a flexible instructional model
that is fluid and developmentally appropriate for all.
* Students will experience varied instructional
strategies that target individual strengths and interests of
each learner.
* Students will develop a personalized learner
profile as demonstrated in their portfolio.
* Students will be given opportunities to develop
healthy lifestyles and make healthy choices.
* Students will be provided instructional
opportunities in partnership with parents and community
that extend growth, exploration and learning beyond the
classroom.
9Instruction Federal Programs
Grades, Assessment and Reporting BP 5121/AR 5121
Since 1965 Federal Legislation has been in place to
provide targeted support to specifically identified student
The school board believes that students and parents/ demographic populations. Much more information can
guardians have the right to accurate evaluation of student be found at the district website Federal Programs page.
progress and achievement. Teachers shall evaluate student The district receives at least $9.6 million in federal funds
work in relation to district and state standards identified to provide targeted support to the identified demographic
by grade level. More details can be found at BP 5121 populations of students. Varying dollar figures with
Assessment (Evaluation of Student Achievement). complicated regulations are provided to support students
KPBSD assesses student progress and achievement using experiencing poverty (Title I), incarceration, Students in
a variety of measures and it is the compilation of all those Transition, or who are Migrant, American Indian or Alaska
data points that paint the picture of a student, a school, or Native, or English Learners. KPBSD strategically works
the district. MAPS State Assement -The new assessment within the spending regulations to maximize support of
will replace the current PEAKS English language arrts and the targeted demographic student populations. Federal
math summative assessments for 3rd through 9th grade regulations require KPBSD to seek out parent/guardian
students. Included in the innovative assessments system involvement in development of the implementation plan. If
developed in collaboration with NWEA will be interim you would like to participate please complete the form for
assessments and other culturally relevant resources to the Federal Programs Advisory Committee, or call (907)
influence future instruction, improve student outcomes, 714-8864 for information on how you can participate.
support teachers, and inform parents. Individual student
results are available through the secure PowerSchool
Student and Parent Portal in late August. School and Parent Involvement BP 1260, BP 6020, BP 5124
District results are made available to the public, the Board The School Board recognizes that parents, guardians are
of Education, teachers, parents and students through the their children’s first and most influential teachers and that
district’s website Assessment page Accountability Reports continued parental involvement in the education of children
in October. The WIDA ACCESS is a federal assessment contributes greatly to student achievement and conduct.
required of students identified as English Learners and is Parents, guardians directly affect academic success by
administered every February. The assessment focuses reinforcing their children’s motivation and commitment to
on the reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills of education. The District shall include parent involvement
students identified as English Learners. More information strategies as a component of instructional planning.
about assessments administered and used within the The Board encourages parents, guardians to serve
district is available on the district Assessment Page. as volunteers in the schools and to attend student
Parents/guardians have the authority to object to and performances and school meetings. In an effort to
withdraw their child from specific parts of curriculum, maximize opportunities for parental involvement, an
standards based assessments, or tests required by the attempt will be made to accommodate parent schedules.
State. The Assessment Withdrawal form must be completed If you wish to volunteer, please complete the volunteer
annually and submitted to the school. application on our website.
PowerSchool Parent Portal
The District provides parents and students direct access to
the Student Information System (SIS) via an online website.
Students can login using their KPBSD user account.
Alaska Military Youth Academy (AMYA) Parent access credentials are generally handed out by
the school secretary at the beginning of each year during
The Alaska Military Youth Academy (AMYA) recruits and registration, a school open house, or parent teacher
provides a great opportunity for students. State statute AS conference. See Navigate PS Parent Portal.
14.30.745 explains the district’s requirement to provide a list
of students age 15-19 who have not graduated and are no
longer enrolled in school. 10Input/Problem Solving Alaska Performance Scholarship (APS)
KPBSD supports continuous improvement of its efforts The Alaska Performance Scholarship provides scholarship
and welcomes, and requires input from students, parents, funds to help cover the cost of an Alaska postsecondary
staff, and community members. KPBSD requires each education. Alaska high school students who take a more
school to annually develop School Development Plan rigorous curriculum, get good grades, and score well
Goals through committees reviewing their schools data and on college placement (ACT/SAT) or work ready exams
providing stakeholder input. These plans are developed in (WorkKeys), can earn an Alaska Performance Scholarship
alignment with the district’s Strategic Plan: 2017 - 2022 in to qualified Alaska colleges, universities, or vocational/
order to maximize effectiveness. technical programs. Ask your student’s school counselor
The district offers multiple avenues to provide input, or for information on qualifying for the Alaska Performance
express Complaints and Concerns. The first attempt to Scholarship (APS).
address concerns, and best way, is to contact your school
administrator directly. There are also electronic forms
available to make both the school and the district aware
of things going well, and things of concern. There are
electronic forms to provide input on a School, a Teacher,
a Principal, and also a Suggestion Box to provide general
information.
Teacher’s Qualifications - Right to Know
As a parent of a student in KPBSD you have the right
to know the professional qualifications of the classroom
teachers who teach your child. Federal law allows you to
request certain information about your child’s classroom
teachers, and requires school districts to give you this
information in clear language, and in a timely manner. You
have the right to ask for the following specific information
about each of your child’s classroom teachers:
*Whether the Alaska Department of Education and Early
Development has issued an Alaska teacher’s certificate to Textbooks
your child’s teacher for the grade(s) and subject(s) he or
she teaches.
Each student or his or her parent/guardian is responsible
*Whether the Alaska Department of Education and
to the school for all textbooks not returned by the student.
Early Development has decided that your child’s teacher
Any student failing to return all books shall forfeit his or her
can teach without being certified under state regulations
right to free textbooks until the books previously issued,
because of special circumstances.
but not returned, are paid for by the parent/guardian. A
*The teacher’s college major; whether the teacher has
student’s records may be withheld if a book is not returned
any advanced degrees and, if so, the subject area of the
and payment is not made in full.
degree.
*Whether any teachers’ aides or instructional
paraprofessionals provide services to your child and, if so, Career Pathways
their qualifications.
If you would like any of this information, please contact
your school administrator or the KPBSD human resources Each middle and high school student will develop a
department at (907)714-8888. “Personal Learning and Career Plan” (PLCP) based on
identified Career Pathways and areas of study. Students
11 who focus on a Career Pathway can acquire the skillsnecessary for entry into careers with a high potential for
financial growth and increased levels of engagement. Each
student’s PLCP will utilize the Alaska Career Information
System (AKCIS) electronic portfolio in planning their
education giving them the tools for a successful future in a
chosen career. The Career Clusters are located at http://
bit.ly/CareerClusters.
More information about PLCP’s and AKCIS can be found at
the KPBSD OneStop Student Portal.
Instructions on how parents can view their student’s PLCP.
How the School System Works
Report Cards
Attendance
The elementary report card provides quarterly updates BP 5112.1/AR 5112.1, BP 5113/AR 5113, BP 5121
on student attendance, behavior, and academic
progress. Academic progress is reported based on the
Alaska Standards for English Language Arts and math Good attendance is critical to your student’s success in
using a modified scale score of 0-4. Information on the school. When students are absent or late, they fall behind
standards can be found at http://education.alaska.gov/ and in their studies and may find it difficult to “catch up” with
information on the scoring scale can be found at http://bit.ly/ their peers. Ensuring that students arrive on time, ready
StandardsReferenceReporting. for class, is one of the most important roles that families
can play. This teaches students valuable lessons about
Health Curriculum BP 6158/AR 6158 trustworthiness and responsibility, character traits they will
need when they enter the world of work. When students
fail to attend classes without an excuse, their parents,
KPBSD policy and HB 156 requires a comprehensive guardians are breaking the law.
Health Curriculum to be taught each school year. The When students who have been absent return to school,
policy states parents/guardians have the authority to object they must present a satisfactory explanation verifying the
to and withdraw their child from specific parts of curriculum. reason for the absence. The following methods may be
The withdrawal form must be completed annually and used to verify student absences:
submitted to the school. *Written note from parent/guardian or parent-
representative.
*Conversation, in person or by telephone, between the
verifying employee and the student’s parent/guardian or
parent-representative.
*Visit to the student’s home by the verifying employee
*The student may self-excuse their absence if they are 18
years of age or older and are living independently.
*The principal may excuse a student’s absence if they are
under the age of eighteen and are living independently.
*Any other reasonable method which establishes the fact
that the student was actually absent for the reasons stated.
A written recording shall be made, including information
outlined above.
12Prearranged Absences
When students contemplate absence for personal reasons,
their parents, guardians should write the principal to ask
that the expected absence be excused. The principal
or designee may deny the request if he/she believes the
absence would be educationally harmful to the student or
set a poor example in matters of school attendance for the
student or other students. If the request is denied, reasons
will be given.
Truancy
A student must have good attendance to receive a
good education. Unless a child subject to compulsory
attendance laws is exempted, excluded, suspended or
expelled from school attendance, each five days of unlawful
absence constitutes a separate violation of state law (A.S.
14.30.020). Transfers/Attendance Boundaries BP 5116
The parents, guardians shall be notified of any unexcused
absences of their child and informed of state compulsory
Students who reside within the District boundaries may
attendance laws (A.S. 14.30.010). Any student found in
apply for enrollment in any District school where space
violation of District truancy policy shall be referred to the
is available via the Out of Area Attendance Request.
intervention team in the school in which they are enrolled
Students shall attend school in their attendance area unless
for the purpose of developing strategies in resolving truant
otherwise authorized by the Superintendent or designee.
behavior. Chronic truancy cases may be referred to the
The District is not responsible for busing out-of-area
district attorney’s office.
students, but may allow this with other considerations.
Attendance & Registration Procedure Busing of Kindergartners
Topic Attendance Procedure
Tardy (unexcused) or Late (excused)? At the start of the school day, a tardy will be considered
unexcused (T) until there is a valid excuse, then the tardy
Per busing guidelines and for the safety of students,
will be changed to late (L). BP 5113: Tardies may be
considered excused when the parent/guardian provides a note
while at the student’s bus stop, kindergarten students are
or calls the school, is pre-arranged, when the school is
contacted by an agency, and with approval from the site expected to be escorted by their parents, guardians to the
Administrator.
When does tardy end and absence • At the start of the school day students are considered tardy steps of the bus before school, and are to be met at the
begin? during a fifteen (15) minute window beginning at the sound
of the tardy bell or start of the school day. If the student is steps of the bus after school by their parents, guardians.
more than fifteen (15) minutes late, then the student is
considered absent from class. Schools taking attendance
twice daily only, will follow the same 15 min window for am
and pm attendance.
• At the Elementary Level: Students arriving after the 15
Bus Conduct BP 5131.1/AR 5131.1
minute window, arrival time will be entered with a code of
partially excused (PE) or partially unexcused (PX).
• At the Secondary Level: At the start of the class period, with
the exception of the first period of the school day, students
are considered tardy at the sound of the tardy bell. If the
student is more than five (5) minutes late to class, then the
student is considered absent from class. Bus transportation is a privilege extended only to students
who display good conduct while preparing to ride, riding or
How is an excused absence • BP 5113: Absences may be considered excused when the
determined? parent/guardian provides a note or calls the school, is pre-
leaving the bus. Because school bus passengers’ behavior
arranged, when the school is contacted by an agency, and
with approval from the site Administrator.
Is there a cut-off time at the end of the
can directly affect their safety and the safety of others, the
• At the Elementary level, if the student leaves at any time
day when a student would not be during the school day, they would need to be entered as
considered absent? partially excused (PE) or partially unexcused (PX). Any part
of a student’s absence needs to be documented for security
purposes and accurate recordkeeping.
following regulations apply at all times when students are
• At the Secondary level, attendance is recorded by the teacher
by class period, which accounts for student tardies and
riding a school bus, including field trips and other special
Changing “A” to either “E” or “X” •
absences throughout the school day.
Recorded absences (A) will need to be changed to either an
trips. School personnel, parents, guardians, and the
excused absence (E) or an unexcused absence (X) no later
than the end of the next school day. students themselves must see that these regulations are
followed. Riders shall follow the instructions and directions
Use of a Pre-Arranged Absence form • Pre-arranged absence forms should be used if the student
anticipates being gone for more than five (5) consecutive
of the bus driver promptly and courteously at all times.
days of school at the Elementary level and more than three
(3) consecutive days of school at the Secondary level. Pre-
arranged absences should be recorded as (P) in PowerSchool.
13*Riders should arrive at the bus stop on time and stand in Blood pressure screenings as well as visual inspection
a safe place to wait quietly for the bus. of the neck may help identify the risk for development of
*Riders shall enter the bus in an orderly manner and go Type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and/or metabolic
directly to their seats. syndrome. Parents who do not wish their student to
*Riders shall remain seated while the bus is in motion participate in growth screenings may complete E 5141.3
and shall not obstruct the aisle with their legs, feet, or Health Screening Opt-Out Form.
other objects. When reaching their destination, riders shall
remain seated until the bus stops and only then enter the
aisle and go directly to the exit.
*Each student may be assigned a seat in which she/he will
remain at all times unless permission to change is given by
the principal or driver.
*Serious safety hazards can result from noise or behavior
that distracts the driver. Loud talking, laughing, yelling,
singing, whistling, scuffling, throwing objects, smoking,
eating, drinking, standing, swearing, rude gestures, cruel
teasing or “put downs”, and changing seats are prohibited
actions which may lead to suspension of riding privileges.
*No part of the body, hands, arms, or head should extend
out the window. Nothing should be thrown from the bus.
*Riders shall help keep the bus and the area around the
bus stop clean. Riders shall not damage or deface the bus
or tamper with bus equipment. Medications/Immunizations
*No animals or insects shall be allowed on the bus, unless
qualified as a service animal. BP 5141.21/AR 5141.21, BP 5141.31
*Riders should be alert for traffic when leaving the bus.
Riders who fail to comply with the above rules will be Medication given at school must comply with all federal
reported to the school principal, who will determine the and state laws and follow current medical and District
severity of the misconduct and take action accordingly. For standards. Requests must be processed through the
minor instances of misconduct, the rider and his/her parent/ school nurse.
guardian will be given notice and warning. In the case of Alaska law requires that, prior to school entry, a child must
a severe violation or repeated offenses, the rider may be be immunized against the following diseases: diphtheria,
denied transportation for a period of time determined by the pertussis, tetanus, polio, measles, mumps, rubella,
principal, up to the remainder of the school year. varicella, hepatitis A and hepatitis B. Students less than five
Bus drivers shall not deny transportation except as years of age must also have Hib. Specific booster doses
directed by the principal. for some immunizations are required for some students
during the school year. KPBSD complies with state law in
Health Screenings all matters involving immunizations. For further information
see KPBSDHealthServices.
Vision, hearing and growth screenings are all done by Any student who does not provide evidence of all required
KPBSD nurses to ensure optimal student health. When immunization or a valid religious or medical exemption as
vision and hearing screenings are done, referrals are sent allowed within Alaska State Law, will be excluded from
to the parent/guardian so they can arrange for their child school until the appropriate documentation has been
to be evaluated further for vision correction or hearing received by the school. Exemption forms are located
assistance. A student who can hear and see well is better online: Immunization Requirements Religious Exemption
equipped for academic and social achievement. Form; Immunization Requirements Medical Exemption
Growth screenings are height, weight and body mass Form.
index screenings. This information is provided to parents If you have any questions, please contact your school
as requested, to share with the student’s healthcare nurse, or call the KPBSD nurse coordinator at (907)260-
provider for maintaining and improving health. 2390.
14Provisional Admission Insurance
Where regular weekly medical services are not available,
KPBSD does its best to provide a safe environment for
the superintendent, or designee, may grant provisional
students. Even so, students can and do have accidents.
admission to students in exceptional circumstances for up
Medical costs relating to school time injuries (and/or
to 90 days.
illness) are the responsibility of the student and their
Reducing Illness at School parents, guardians. This includes any costs related
to emergency transportation to a medical facility and
Schools present a perfect place for learning and growing treatment. The school will make every effort to contact
and for coming in contact with viruses and germs that the parents, guardians prior to transporting (it is important
one has not experienced before. With this in mind, we that emergency contacts listed in your student’s records
encourage all KPBSD families to remain vigilant in basic be current), but in an emergency situation the school staff
disease prevention techniques. Remember that good hand will determine if emergency transportation is necessary.
washing and staying home when sick are essential ways to Failure to diagnose an injury or illness, or emergency
maintain wellness and protect others. transportation of a student to a medical facility when it is
later found that an actual emergency condition did not exist,
Recidivism Prevention Program are not grounds for the District to pay for related medical
Using trauma-informed, strength-based, and restorative services and/or transportation.
practices, this program provides intervention and The District has purchased the Alaska Municipal League/
prevention for students who have been detained, are Joint Insurance Association (AML/JIA) School Time
actively on probation, or have been on probation in the last Accident Plan through Myers-Stevens and Toohey at no
year through the Alaska Department of Juvenile Justice cost to parents. It is designed to cover many, but not
(DJJ). This program works to motivate and engage at all, of the expenses related to accidents incurred during
risk students by building upon their strengths, expanding authorized school activities. This plan does not cover
their system of support, and developing individualized and natural illness, pre-existing conditions, or injuries resulting
creative goal setting plans. Our Recidivisim Prevention from illegal activities, and only pays after the student’s
Liaison works as a student advocate, and a point of primary insurance has paid. In the past, AML/JIA has
communication between parents, Alaska DJJ, and the reimbursed at a rate of approximately 80% for those usual
district, while making sure students’ goals and voices are and customary expenses up to a maximum of $25,000
represented. per injury. Parents are responsible for the $50 deductible
per injury, as well as a 20% co-payment and all remaining
expenses. A letter describing the current accident coverage
Info on the web
and benefits along with an Authorization for Emergency
Treatment will be sent home with students. Claim forms are
Please check the KPBSD website for more information available at each school’s main office.
regarding illness affecting our District. The State of Alaska Students will also receive information on insurance
and the KPBSD also have a page dedicated to influenza plans available for purchase including “Student Heath
and pandemic illness information which is updated regularly Care Plan” (24-hour coverage for sickness & accidents);
COVID-19. “Interscholastic Tackle Football Accident Plans”; “24-Hour
Accident Plans”; “School Time Accident Plans”; and a
“Dental Accident Plan”. If your child has existing health
coverage, these supplemental plans may be useful in
reducing your out-of-pocket expenses for insurance
deductibles and/or co-payments. If your child has no other
health coverage, you may find these programs particularly
attractive. Further information is available from Myers-
Stevens at http://www.myers-stevens.com or by dialing
(800) 827-4695.
15Emergencies Do Not Call Your Student’s Cell Phone - A ringing
telephone can divert a student’s attention away from
Address Change important safety instructions, and during a lockdown, it can
All changes or additions for address, telephone number(s), alert intruders to student location.
cell phone number MUST be reported to the school office.
This includes changes in an emergency contact number. Do Not Attempt To Pick Up Your Child Directly From The
Student Assembly Area - Parents and authorized adults
Evacuation Procedures must first report to the Student Request Gate.
Practiced regularly as required by law. Information
specific to procedures that are to be followed for evacuation Bring a Photo ID with You To The Student Request Gate -
and for lock down (required in cases of threats) will be Students will only be released to their parents or to an
explained by teachers. Following are general rules all adult designated on the Student Registration Form.
students should following in cases of evacuation:
*Leave rooms by designated routes Sign Out At The Student Release Gate - The staff will
*Walk rapidly and orderly in single file locate and bring your child to you. No student will be
*Be quiet and obedient released without an authorized signature, noting time of
*Selected students will be asked to close windows, doors, release, destination and phone number.
and drapes prior to leaving
*The first two students out of the building should hold the
Personal Property
doors open for others
*Students are to assemble with their class in an orderly
manner in the designated area Students should not bring valuable items or large sums of
*Wait quietly for instructions money to school. The school will not assume any liability
for lost or stolen items or money. Students should report
lost or stolen possessions to the office immediately. The
Earthquakes principal will investigate, as necessary.
Our District has a comprehensive emergency action
plan at each school site. In the case of an earthquake,
do not rush out of the building. Get under a desk or table Weather
if possible (Duck, Cover & Hold). Protect your head and
facial areas from falling objects or shattered glass. Wait for
instruction before leaving your room. If you are instructed Periods of prolonged outdoor activity for students will
to exit the building, follow the fire drill procedures, being not occur when the temperature is minus ten degrees
careful to avoid power lines and poles. Stay calm and Fahrenheit or below (-10° F). This figure includes the
following the directions of the adults around you. wind-chill factor. Prolonged outdoor activities include
recess, P.E., class walks, etc. The District will take into
consideration the medical needs of children with special
conditions or who are recuperating from illness. Schools
are not closed due to cold temperatures.
Emergency Student Release Advice for Parents
Remain Calm - Your child is probably safer at school in the
event of a disaster. School personnel are certified in CPR,
First Aid and Emergency Preparedness. In the event of a
disaster, school staff are designated as Disaster Service
Workers and must remain with your children at all times for
up to 72 hours after the emergency.
Do Not Call the School and Tie Up The School Phone -
Phone lines will be needed for emergency communications.
16Child Find - Educational Services for Exceptional
Children For information regarding special services, contact your
BP 6164.4/AR 6164.4 school principal or Student Support Services at (907)714-
8881.
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, amended
in 2004 mandates a free, appropriate public education for Counseling Services
each exceptional child who attends school. To meet the
requirements, KPBSD provides the following: KPBSD employs certified school counselors who serve
• Assurance of extensive child identification procedures over 6000 students from elementary through high school
• Assurance of “full service” goals and detailed in many of the KPBSD schools. School counselors hold
timetables master’s degrees or higher in school counseling and
• A guarantee of complete due process procedures provide service to students as outlined in the American
• Assurance of parent/guardian participation School Counselor Association’s (ASCA) National Model.
• Maintenance of programs and procedures for The ASCA model guides school counselors in implementing
personnel comprehensive school counseling programs to meet the
• Assurance of special education provided in the “least needs of every student in the areas of academic, career,
restrictive” environment and social/emotional development. Direct services include
• Assurance of nondiscriminatory testing evaluation classroom lessons and activities, individual assistance to
• Assurance of the maintenance of an individualized students in establishing personal goals and developing
program for each identified child future plans, and counseling services to students. Indirect
• A guarantee of policies and procedures to protect the services include all of the consultation and collaboration
confidentiality of data and information activities that school counselors perform with parents/
guardians, teachers, administrators and community
A team of special services personnel, including the agencies on behalf of their students. The ASCA mindsets
director, program managers, specialists and special & behaviors for student success: K-12 college and career-
services teachers and aides, work together with all readiness standards for every student. A description of the
District staff members to provide services to students with role of the school counselor can be found here. For more
disabilities in the District. These include: information, contact the Director of Secondary Education
• Speech and language services (907)714-8864.
• Assistive technology services
• Visual impairment services
• Preschool disabled services
• Hearing impairment services
• Emotionally disabled services
• Adaptive P.E. services Students in Transition (SIT) Program for Homeless
• Learning disabled services Children and Youth
• Physical & occupational therapy
• Psychological services Who are Homeless Children and Youth?
• CHILDFIND services (first step in identification process
Eligible children and youth are students who lack a
for children ages 3 through 21; clinics held throughout
permanent, stable, and adequate place to sleep at night.
the year in each community, call (907)714-8881 for
This can include students who are living in a shelter, hotel,
more information).
tent, camper or car, students that are “doubled-up” with
extended family members or friends because of financial
Special services take a variety of forms across the
difficulty, students who are couch-surfing, and those in
District’s elementary and high school programs. The
“substandard” housing. Students may be part of a larger
development of an individual education program is the
family unit that is in transition, or may be unaccompanied
responsibility of a child study team, composed of the
youth (youth living in a previously stated situation without a
student’s parent(s), classroom teacher(s), principal,
parent/guardian).
appropriate specialists and special services teacher.
Students are encouraged to take part in their program
planning when possible.
17What can the Students in Transition program Behavior Threat Assessments
provide?
• Immediate school enrollment
• Free school meal benefits The District takes the safety and welfare of students and
• Transportation to and from school staff of primary importance. Threatening statements and/
• School supplies or behavior that can be considered threatening will be
• Assistance in obtaining birth certificates taken seriously by the District and addressed immediately.
• Referrals to local social service agencies and public All students, parents and community members are
programs encouraged to report concerning student behavior to the
• An advocate to help the student and/or family find school principal or to the district office.
additional resources in the community The District may conduct a behavior threat assessment if
To learn more about the Students in Transition Program, the principal or superintendent determines a student may
contact your local Liaison: cause a threat to the health, safety or welfare of students
and/or staff. A Behavior Threat Assessment is a process
Central Peninsula and Seward conducted by trained staff members and are done to
Kelly King ensure the safety of students and provide supports for
(907) 714-8869 students as needed. Behavior Threat Assessments do
kking@kpbsd.k12.ak.us not involve the evaluation of students and do not require
parental consent. However, parents will be notified as
Nicole Murphy soon as possible of the concerning behavior and that a
At-Risk Support Specialist Behavior Threat Assessment is being conducted. Subject
(907) 714-8984 to applicable appeal rights, a student may be denied entry
nmurphy@kpbsd.k12.ak.us to school, if it is determined that the student poses a threat
to the health, safety or welfare of students and/or staff.
Southern Peninsula and Ninilchik Law Enforcement is notified if a threat is imminent or the
Jane Dunn level of concerning behavior is determined to be high.
(907) 235-4664
jdunn@kpbsd.k12.ak.us
18School Board Policies Communication Between Home and School BP 5124
Good communication between home and school regarding
Building Use BP 1330 / AR 1330 / E 1330a a child’s education is essential for the student to make
the most of the opportunities provided. Communication
Communities throughout the District are encouraged to includes progress reports, student work, email, phone calls
use school facilities for civic, educational, cultural and and/or requests for conferences - initiated by the school
recreational purposes. Of course school related activities or the parent - on how the parent can support learning.
shall take precedence over other use of school facilities. A parent who wants to schedule a phone or in-person
The application procedure is very simple; just contact conference with a teacher, counselor, or principal should
the principal of the school at least ten days before the call the school office for an appointment.
date when facilities are to be used. Event insurance and
concussion certification are required. Discipline BP 5144 / AR 5144
Board of Education approved programs, such as Parent
Each principal shall publish school rules for student
Advisory Committees, band and orchestra, drama and
discipline which describe the school’s behavior
other school clubs shall be allowed rent-free use of school
management plan and consequences for student
facilities for meetings or activities. Fees may be charged
misconduct.
for technical or special services.
School site rules must be strictly based on District policy,
To use the school theatre/auditorium facilities, a minimum
regulation, state and federal laws and be enforced fairly and
of 30 days is necessary and permits are issued on a first
uniformly. The Superintendent or designee shall establish
come, first serve basis.
procedures for the approval of such rules.
For more information regarding fees, scheduling or facility
capacity, please contact the schools. Corporal Punishment
Ceremonies and Observances BP 6115 Corporal punishment is prohibited by law as a disciplinary
measure against any student. School administrators and
The School Board encourages activities that instill pride teachers shall employ other means of disciplining students.
in our country. The District respects the legal right of (4 AAC 07.900)
individuals not to participate in the salute to the flag for The prohibition on corporal punishment does not prevent
personal reasons. the use of reasonable and appropriate force by a teacher or
other supervising employee which is necessary to protect
Cocurricular Activities
BP 6145 / AR 6145 student welfare. Reasonable and necesssary force or
KPBSD recognizes that cocurricular activities enrich the physical restraint against a student may be used to protect
educational and social development and experiences the student, or others, from physical injury.
of students and shall maintain a program for students
participating in extra/cocurricular activities which
compliment the integrity and purpose of the educational
program. District sponsored cocurricular activities shall be
approved by the Board of Education, administered by the
Kenai Peninsula School Activities Association(KPSAA), and
supervised by the building administrator.
Emphasis shall be given to the ideals of sportsmanship,
fair play, and ethical conduct by students, coaches,
advisors, and spectators.
Participation in activities is a privilege to be granted
to those students who meet the minimum standards of
eligibility adopted by the KPBSD and those additional
standards established by each school for its own students.
See the most current KPSAA Handbook on the District’s
website http://bit.ly/KPBSDKPSAA.
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