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~Parent Student Handbook ~2017-2018Mission StatementLegacy Preparatory Academy builds the foundation of knowledge and critical thinking skills necessary for children to become independent learners for life, our mission is to:

Provide a classically-based curriculum that is thorough and challenging Integrate fine arts to enhance learning Teach the value of public virtue to promote respect Engage parents as real partners to share in enriching student education Honor each child as an individual and foster their innate curiosity and desire to learn

Desired Results for Student Learning (DRSL's) Students will demonstrate a broad foundation of knowledge and academic skills to become

independent learners for life. Students will exhibit respect for self and others by demonstrating excellence in

commitment, balance, responsibility, and integrity. Students will be capable of using oral, written, artistic, mathematical and technological

forms of communication to express original ideas and solutions.School Motto, Values, and Guidelines Learning the Past, Creating the FutureDiligence, Unity, Equanimity, StewardshipLegacy Lions live above the line by showing respect for all and striving for excellence.7 Effective Habits

Be Proactive – I am a responsible person. I take initiative. I choose my actions, attitudes, and moods. I do not blame others for my mistakes. I can only be offended if I choose to be.

Begin with the End in Mind – I plan ahead and set goals. I do things that have meaning and make a difference. I am an important part of my classroom and contribute to my school’s mission and vision, and look for ways to be a good citizen.

Put First Things First – I spend my time on things that are most important. This means I say no to things I know I should not do. I set priorities, make a schedule, and follow my plan. I am disciplined and organized.

Think Win-Win – I balance courage for getting what I want with consideration for what others want. I make deposits in others’ Emotional Bank Accounts. When conflicts arise, I look for options that work for both sides.

Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood – I listen to other people’s ideas and feelings. I try to see things from their viewpoints. I listen to others without interrupting. I am confident in voicing my ideas. I look people in the eyes when talking.

Synergize – I value other people’s strengths and learn from them. I get along well with others, even people who are different than me. I work well in groups. I seek out other people’s ideas to solve problems because I know that by teaming with others we can create better solutions than any one of us alone. I am humble.

Sharpen the Saw – I take care of my body by eating right, exercising, and getting sleep. I spend time with family and friends. I learn in lots of ways and lots of places, not just at school. I take time to find meaningful ways to help others.

The Legacy Paideia I am a Classical Student

I am curious to learnI pursue Intellectual and Moral Virtue

I am a Citizen of my CommunityI build the Foundation for an Abundant Life by lifting others

I am Governed by NobilityI act with Honor and Integrity

I am an Individual with Great FortitudeI am Resilient and Courageous

I am Temperate

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I exhibit Discipline and Self-Control I am developing Practical Wisdom

I make Good Judgements I am Selfless in my Fight for Justice

I demand Equity and promote Civility

Table of ContentsChecking-in and Checking-out...............................................................................................Excused and Unexcused Absences.........................................................................................LPA will follow the rules outlined in SB 204 as recorded below.................................................S.B. 204 53A-15-1403 Parental Right to Academic Accommodations.............................5) Notwithstanding Chapter 11, Part 1, Compulsory Education Requirements, an LEA shall record an excused absence for a scheduled family event or a scheduled proactive visit to a health care provider if: (a) the parent or guardian submits a written statement at least one school day before the scheduled absence; and (b) the student agrees to make up course work for school days missed for the scheduled absence in accordance with LEA policy.................................................................................Missed Work/Participation for Planned Absences or Extended Illnesses.......................Consequences for Absenteeism..............................................................................................Students Arrival and Departure Outside of Normal School Hours...................................School Closure..........................................................................................................................Lunch/Food/Drink.....................................................................................................................Pledge of Allegiance................................................................................................................Safety & Security; Campus Safety..........................................................................................Emergency Procedures............................................................................................................Visitors and Parents.................................................................................................................Lost and Found.........................................................................................................................Illness.........................................................................................................................................Records......................................................................................................................................Immunizations..........................................................................................................................Medications...............................................................................................................................Technology; Computer & Internet Acceptable Use Notification.....................................Terms and Conditions of This Policy...................................................................................Disciplinary Action.................................................................................................................Service Disclaimer..................................................................................................................Cell Phone/Electronic Devices/Camera...............................................................................Exceptions...............................................................................................................................

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Academic Policies, Learning Guidelines & Philosophy Statement.................................Classical Education Model....................................................................................................Academic Performance Standards.......................................................................................Teachers...................................................................................................................................Students...................................................................................................................................Parental Support and Involvement......................................................................................Homework...............................................................................................................................Homework Guidelines............................................................................................................Promotion Policy....................................................................................................................District Communication Policies; Communication Policies for Concerns....................Communication with Students.............................................................................................Communication with Parents...............................................................................................Non-Custodial Parent/Guardian...........................................................................................Academic Communication....................................................................................................Code of Conduct.....................................................................................................................General guidelines.................................................................................................................Discipline/Behavior Management Plan...............................................................................Procedures for Managing Special Education Student’s Behavior..................................The Behavior Management Process (School-Wide)..........................................................Code of Conduct Infractions and Procedures for Consequences....................................Application of Consequences for Minor Infractions.........................................................Restorative Processes............................................................................................................Major Infractions....................................................................................................................Criminal infractions...............................................................................................................Explanations............................................................................................................................Illegal Substances..................................................................................................................Uniform Policy........................................................................................................................Free Dress Guidelines............................................................................................................Uniform Availability...............................................................................................................Title I School-Parent Policy..................................................................................................LPA’s Title I School-Parent Policy Parent Involvement...................................................Legacy Preparatory Academy’s Parent-School Learning Compact.................................Annual Acceptance of Policy.................................................................................................

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FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions)...................................................................................

Legacy Preparatory Academy’s District Operations

Attendance It is vital to our success that students attend school each day. LPA has a school-

wide goal of 96% attendance. Our academic goals will be achieved only if our students attend school regularly. Attendance aids students in obtaining mastery and becoming proficient in their educational skills. Conversely, absences disrupt the learning process for the missing student, teacher and peers by unfairly impacting productive learning time.

If a student is sick or unable to attend school, a parent or guardian should keep the student home and must call the school on the day of the absence, by the end of the school day, to report the absence. If a parent does not call, the absence will be considered unexcused.

Attendance will be kept each day at LPA on the student information system, and will be reported to the administration by each teacher. If a student in the elementary grades misses more than two hours of any school day, it may be considered an absence. If a student in the Jr. High grades misses more than 15 minutes of any class period, it may be considered an absence.

The front office will track daily attendance and will report excessive absences to the Director. Elementary teachers will take attendance at the beginning of each day. Jr. High teachers will take attendance at the beginning of each class period. At the end of each school day the office will update student attendance making necessary corrections and contact parents to report unexcused student absences.

Parents, guardians or guardian approved adults are encouraged to schedule appointments for students outside of school hours whenever possible.

Checking-in and Checking-outAny student who arrives on campus after the beginning of school or who leaves

school at any time after having been on campus must sign in or out at the main office or will be considered truant.

If a student needs to leave the school during school hours the parent/guardian (or guardian approved adult) must check the student out. Parental consent in person is required to sign out early. Calling ahead to have your child ready will not be permitted.

Students who sign out are still subject to the attendance policy for excused and unexcused absences. Parents/guardians are advised not to check students out of school for anything other than emergencies, as this can significantly affect a student’s academics.

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If parents are going on vacation, be sure and add the caregiver to the student’s emergency contact list so they can pick them up from the school if necessary while you are gone. You should also leave a “permission to treat” with the caregiver in case there is need for medical attention for the student and the parents are not available.

Excused and Unexcused AbsencesLPA will follow the rules outlined in SB 204 as recorded below.

S.B. 204 53A-15-1403 Parental Right to Academic Accommodations5) Notwithstanding Chapter 11, Part 1, Compulsory Education Requirements, an LEA shall record an excused absence for a scheduled family event or a scheduled proactive visit to a health care provider if: (a) the parent or guardian submits a written statement at least one school day before the scheduled absence; and (b) the student agrees to make up course work for school days missed for the scheduled absence in accordance with LEA policy.

Parents may excuse a student’s absence due to illness by contacting the front office the morning of the absence.

South Campus - 801-936-0555, [email protected] North Campus - 801-294-2801, [email protected]

Parents may also request that their student’s absence for a scheduled family event or health care visit be excused. Such a request must be submitted in writing to the front office one (1) school day prior. Requests must include the following:

Student’s full printed name and grade Date(s) of absence requested to be excused Reason for absence (i.e.: scheduled family event or scheduled health care

visit) Parent’s printed name Parent’s signature Date of signature Phone number where parent can be reached regarding absence note

Parents requesting school work for an extended absence must complete a Scheduled Absent Request at the front office or online at least 5 days prior to the absence for work to be collected.

Missed Work/Participation for Planned Absences or Extended IllnessesIf a student has an excused absence, or when parents feel an illness or a situation

will create an extended absence, it is the parents’ responsibility to: Email the teacher(s) and front office to notify them of the absence Check learning plans, teacher websites, or student planners to verify homework

assignments Collect the student’s books and needed materials Follow the late work policies In cases where absences are un-foreseeable, assignment alternatives and due

dates should be negotiated between the student and teacher.

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mailto:[email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

In all cases, it is the student and/or parent’s responsibility to see that make-up work is collected and turned in. Parents or students may contact their student’s teachers to make necessary arrangements for assignments to be picked up from the office. Please be advised that teachers will require 48 hours’ notice to provide materials to the front office.

Consequences for AbsenteeismLPA may choose to remove from enrollment any student who is absent for more

than 10 consecutive unexcused days of school. If a student has multiple unexcused absences, or if absences have a negative effect on a student's academic achievement, the family may be called before the Campus Director to discuss violation of the Acceptance Policy. Students who have frequent unexcused absences are subject to lower grades, loss of credit/possibility of not being promoted to the next grade, school service, and detention. Parents of students who have frequent unexcused absences are subject to fines and criminal prosecution.

Students Arrival and Departure Outside of Normal School Hours5th – 9th grade students who have not been picked up within 20 minutes of the final

bell (or when the last car in the carpool line finishes picking up students) may be brought to the front office. Parents or emergency contacts may be contacted by a staff member. Parents who do not pick up students from school within 20 minutes of the final bell may be charged a $15 fine for supervision.

K-4 students remaining on campus after carpool is completed (3:15 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 1:15 PM on Wednesday, and 12:30 on half-days) will be escorted into a teacher’s classroom. Parents will be required to enter the building and pick up their student(s) in the classroom posted in the front lobby. Parents may be charged $15 for the late pick-up. After the third late pick-up they will be contacted by administration for a conference. LPA may report continued violations to the Legacy Preparatory School Board and/or proper authorities, such as Division of Child and Family Services or North Salt Lake Police Department.

School Closure or Delay StartLPA will notify parents via OneCall and/or posting on the district website

information related to delay start times or school closures due to weather or emergencies. LPA South Campus will begin at 10:00 AM and LPA North Campus will begin 10:15 AM on delay start days. School will dismiss at the regular time. If, during the day, weather factors or emergencies dictate school closure earlier than the regular scheduled time parents will be notified by OneCall, email, and/or posting on the district website. Parents need to discuss in advance with their children who will pick them up or what to do in case school is dismissed early. Parents may always choose to keep their child(ren) home if they feel conditions are unsafe.

Lunch/Food/DrinkStudents are required to bring lunch from home, or purchase items from the school

on days it is offered. 5th – 9th grade students are required to eat lunch in the gym. South Campus students, grades K-4, will eat in their home rooms or multi-purpose room.

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Students should throw away all trash and clean their table/desk or surrounding area after they have finished eating lunch.

Parents are required to provide lunch for their students on a daily basis. If at lunch time an elementary student (K-6) does not have lunch, the school will notify the parent and will provide an emergency snack with a charge of a $3.00 fine. If administration sees a pattern of missing lunches for a student, they will hold a meeting with the parent or report the negligence to authorities.

LPA encourages students to bring a water bottle (only water) with them so they can hydrate continually during the day. LPA discourages students from bringing soda to school for lunch. Students are not allowed to bring food, gum, candy, or drinks (excluding water bottles) into the classrooms unless otherwise approved by the teachers.

Pledge of AllegianceAs required by state law, students will recite the Pledge of Allegiance as a class

each day; with the exception of days when there is a school-wide assembly during which the Pledge of Allegiance is recited as a school-wide event.

Safety & Security; Campus SafetyStudents are to stay on campus during school hours, if a ball or item needs to be

retrieved a teacher or adult should retrieve it. The following items are not allowed to be used on the school premises unless given permission by administration or teacher for an assembly or school sponsored event: skateboards, trampolines, roller skates (roller blades, wheelie shoes, etc.), scooters, and unicycles.

If these items are used for transportation purposes at the North Campus, they must be stored appropriately (i.e. locker, bike rack, etc.) and used only when off the school campus. South Campus students must be picked up and dropped off daily as we are not a walking school; we are a commuter school.

Emergency ProceduresA preparedness response is the best method to insure that the health and safety of

students are safeguarded, any disruption to the education program is minimized, and students and employees are trained to respond to emergency situations. It is the parents’ responsibility to maintain accurate emergency contacts in the school SIS system.

To anticipate and prepare for such events, a school Emergency Preparedness and Incident Response Plan is maintained. An emergency preparedness committee will update the plan as needed. The committee will consist of appropriate school and community representatives which may include administrators, teachers, parents, community and municipal governmental officers, and fire and law enforcement personnel. Governmental agencies and bodies vested with responsibility for directing and coordinating emergency services on local and state levels may be included on the committee.

Initial and refresher training will be provided to school staff in support of the plans and procedures. The plan will be validated by conducting exercises and drills in accordance with state yearly requirements to identify areas for additional training, revise procedures and insure continued readiness.

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Evacuation routes are displayed in each class room. Incident Response Flip Charts are available in each classroom to provide immediate information and direction for all persons on the premises in case of emergency. Visitors and Parents

Visitors and parents are welcome to enter the school through the main doors, sign in at the front desk, state their purpose for their visit, and wear a visitor’s badge while they are in the school. Non-LPA stakeholders who wish to visit classes must first receive permission from administration. Parents are welcome to visit their children’s classroom and should remember to be as quiet as possible, stand or sit in the back of the room, and not involve themselves in the class. Parents or visitors who are interrupting the learning process may be asked to leave the classroom and meet with administration.

Visitors or parents who bring children to the school, including elementary students, are responsible for monitoring their children’s whereabouts at all times. Under no circumstances should children be allowed to roam school building or grounds unattended or disrupt teachers and classrooms, both during and after school.

Lost and FoundItems found in hallways, bathrooms and other school areas that are not claimed by

a student will be placed in the Lost and Found. Parents are encouraged to place name tags on their student’s clothing items for easier identification. Parents may check the lost and found for their student’s missing items on a regular basis. At 4:00 PM on the last Friday of each month all lost and found items will be donated to charity. It is therefore recommended that parents check the lost and found regularly and in the week preceding the end of each month.

IllnessIn case of illness, students will come to the school office and telephone their

parent/guardian. Students who are ill (fever, vomiting, excessive coughing, runny nose and/or eyes) must be picked up immediately from school. If a parent cannot be reached, the emergency contact listed on the student enrollment form will be notified to come and pick up the student.

If a student feels ill, but there are no obvious symptoms of illness, the school secretary may, after conferring with the parent, invite the student to rest in the school office for 15 to 30 minutes to determine if the symptoms will subside. If the student is not feeling better after 30 minutes, the parents will be contacted again and will need to pick up the student within one hour. If the child is not picked up within one hour a secondary contact may be asked to pick up the ill student.

If a student reports to the office with symptoms of a head injury the parent will be contacted immediately and the student may need to be picked up.

Health RecordsEach student will have a health form filled out by his or her parent/guardian as

part of school enrollment. Students will not be allowed at school without a health form on file in the front office that will be recorded on the current student information system. Students with health concerns, chronic illness, or in need of medication during school hours will have a “health alert” folder which will be kept at the school office. This folder

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will contain information on procedures to follow in case of illness or emergency, as well as any necessary parental permission.

At the beginning of each school year, staff will review student health alert files. Student needs will be individually discussed by the teacher, office staff and director at this time.

ImmunizationsBy law, every student must be immunized before entering school. Each student must

provide an official immunization certificates that includes:• 5 DTP/DtaP/DT, Td, Tdap vaccines• 2 Each: measles, Mumps, Rubella• 4 doses of polio vaccine• 3 Hepatitis B (grades 6-8)• 2 Varicella (or a parent signature on school immunization card verifying that the

student has had the disease)• 2 Hepatitis A • 1 Meningococcal (grade 7)• Tdap Booster (grades 7)

A parent claiming an exemption to immunizations for medical, religious or personal reasons shall provide the school with the correct forms signed by a health care professional. Students who claim exemptions will not be allowed to attend school in the event of an outbreak of any vaccine-preventable disease. Additionally, please watch for changes to state law as they are applicable when enacted.

Medications Purpose and PhilosophyThe administration of medication to a student while he/she is at school should be a

rare occurrence. However, there are circumstances that require medication be given during school hours. Each request for medication will be evaluated individually by school authorities. Utah statute 53A-11-601 requires local education agencies(LEA) to adopt the following policies:

Subject to the conditions of this policy, authorized school personnel may provide help with the administration of medication to students during periods when the student is under the control or supervision of the school and school personnel.

As long as authorized personnel act in a prudent and responsible manner, school staff who provide assistance in substantial compliance with the licensed medical provider's written statement, are not liable civilly or criminally for any adverse reaction suffered by the student as a result of taking the medication or discontinuing the administration of the medication under this policy.

Definitions• "Asthma medication" means prescription or nonprescription, inhaled asthma

medication.

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• "Diabetes medication" means prescription or nonprescription medication used to treat diabetes, including related medical devices, supplies, and equipment used to treat diabetes.

• "Epinephrine auto-injector" means a disposable drug delivery system with a spring-activated concealed needle that is designed for emergency administration of epinephrine to provide, rapid, convenient first-aid for persons suffering a potentially fatal anaphylactic reaction.

• "Medication" means a medicine or substance recognized by the FDA to have curative or remedial properties. The medication much be administered under the direction of a licensed medical provider, and may be a prescribed or over the counter product intended for internal or external use.

Procedure for Administration of Medication at School LPA will annually send a letter to the parent/guardian regarding medication

administration in the schools. Designate staff to administer medication. Keep a record or form identifying the authorized staff by name and position in the medication administration book. Arrange annual training for designated employees. This training will include: How to properly administer medication(s). Indications for the medication(s). Dosage and time of medication(s). Adverse reactions and side effects of medication(s).

The following procedures are intended to facilitate the implementation of this policy. Prescription and/or nonprescription medication may be administered to a student only if:

• The student's parent or legal guardian has provided a completed, current, signed and dated, "Authorization of School Personnel to Administer Medication" form providing for the administration of medication to the student during regular school hours. A current photograph of the student will also be provided and attached to the request. This request must be updated, at least, on a yearly basis, or whenever a change is made in the administration of medication.

• The student's licensed medical provider has also provided a signed and dated "Authorization of School Personnel to Administer Medications" form describing the method, amount, and time schedule for medication administration and the side effects that may be seen in the school setting from medication.

• The medication is delivered to the school by the student's parent/guardian, or by a responsible adult. A one week's supply or more is recommended.

• Prescription medication is in a container that has been properly labeled by a pharmacy.

• Nonprescription, over the counter medication, is in the original container and clearly labeled with child's name and dose, per doctor's order on the container. A one week's supply or more is recommended.

• The medication is an oral medication, inhalant medication, eye or ear drop medication, gastrostomy, rectal, or topical medication, epinephrine auto-injector, or glucagon and Insulin. Medications requiring other routes (IV, and other injectable medications) cannot be administered by school personnel.

• Prescription and/or nonprescription medication specified in a student's IEP or 504 accommodation plan will be administered as outlined in the accommodation plan.

Proper Maintenance of Records.

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Designated personnel have the responsibility to administer medication to all students with a written physician's medication order. If a medication is repeatedly refused or not given, the parent/guardian must be notified. Any adverse reactions or medication error will be reported promptly to the parent/guardian. If the parent is unavailable, the student's doctor will be called for further direction. This adverse reaction or error must be documented. Requirement that designated staff sign that they received medication administration training. Insure proper maintenance of records pertaining to the student's daily administration of medication(s).

• Each student must have his/her own record which includes an "Authorization of School Personnel to Administer Medication" and "Daily Medication Tracking" forms.

• The "Daily Medication Tracking" form will show authorized signature and initials of designated staff and codes. All boxes must contain initials, codes or designation as non-school day.

• The "Daily Medication Tracking" form will show medication, dosage, time of day, and date. It will show how much medication has been delivered to the school by the parent and when. It may also show how much medication has been discarded (if necessary) and who witnessed it.

• The "Daily Medication Tracking" form will be available to be viewed by parent/guardian upon request.

• The medication documents will be placed in the student's cumulative file or special education file at the end of each year. The "Authorization of School Personnel to Administer Medication" and "Daily Medication Tracking" forms are legal medical documents.

• Provide a secure location for the safekeeping of medications.• Medication(s) to be administered by school staff must be stored in a locked cabinet

with the exception of those medications needing refrigeration.• Adequate temperature of all medication must be maintained.• Unused medication(s) should be picked up within two weeks following notification

of parents/guardians or it will be disposed of by the school and recorded on the "Daily Medication Tracking" form. In disposing of medication, two people must be present to record the medication, amount of medication discarded, date and how discarded. Both witnesses must sign the "Daily Medication Tracking" form.

Authorization for administration of medication by school personnel may be withdrawn by the school at any time after actual notification to the parent/guardian should problems or difficulties occur, such as:The parent/guardian has been non-compliant with the medication policy; or the student has been non-compliant with the medication policy by:

• refusing medication repeatedly; or• frequently not coming for medication at appointed time.

The withdrawal of medication for students on 504 accommodation plans or IEP can only occur after a renegotiation meeting with the parent has taken place.

Parent Self-Administration of Asthma, Diabetes Medication or an Epinephrine Auto-Injector

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A student shall be permitted to possess and self-administer asthma medication, or diabetes medication, or an epinephrine auto-injector if:

• the student's parent or guardian signs a statement authorizing the student to self-administer asthma or diabetes medication, or an epinephrine auto-injector; and acknowledging that the student is responsible for, and capable of, self- administering the asthma or diabetes medication, or an epinephrine auto-injector; and

• the student's health care provider provides a written statement that states it is medically appropriate for the student to self-administer asthma or diabetes medication, or an epinephrine auto-injector and be in possession of the asthma or diabetes medication, the epinephrine auto-injector at all times; and the name of the asthma or diabetes medication prescribed or authorized for the student's use.

• Any misuse of asthma or diabetes medication, or the epinephrine auto-injector by the student may be subject to disciplinary action under the District's Safe and Orderly Schools Policy (5S-401)

Non-Prescription MedicationStudents may self-carry one dose of over the counter medication if the parent is

comfortable with the child's ability to safely handle the medication. Please discuss with your child the responsibility associated with carrying medication. Students are not allowed to share over the counter medication with other students.

We highly recommend parents apply sunscreen to students before arriving at school. Students use of sunscreen per code 53A-11-606:

requires a public school to permit a student to possess and use sunscreen at school;

permits a school employee to apply sunscreen on a student under certain conditions

provides immunity for an employee who applies sunscreen on a student and provides immunity for the employee's employer

Technology; Computer & Internet Acceptable Use NotificationThe Acceptable Use Policy shall be administered and implemented according to the

following terms and conditions: School Information Network Acceptable Use Policy references the use of electronic information software and hardware resources made available to staff and students by Legacy Preparatory Academy. These resources include, but are not limited to, voice mail, electronic mail, the Internet, and other network files or accounts provided to staff or students and computer hardware, including computers, computer processors, laptop computers, printers, scanners, copiers and all other peripheral equipment and computer networking equipment. Staff and student use of electronic information resources must be in support of education and research and must be consistent with the educational objectives of Legacy Preparatory Academy. While access to all materials on a worldwide network cannot be controlled, Internet access in the school is filtered and monitored on an ongoing basis.

Legacy Preparatory Academy’s full Technology Security Policy can be found at legacyprep.org

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Terms and Conditions of This PolicyAcceptable Network Use

• Students will use the Internet and other electronic information resources in an appropriate manner, abiding by the rules and regulations described in this policy.

• Students who formally publish school related information on the Internet must have proper approvals and abide by school publishing guidelines and procedures.

• Students are expected to abide by generally accepted rules of network etiquette. These rules include, but are not limited to, being polite, never sending or encouraging others to send abusive messages, and using inappropriate language.

Unacceptable Network Use• Students may not intentionally transmit or receive material in violation of law or

school policy. This includes, but is not limited to, pornographic, indecent or sexually suggestive materials, and information regarding weapons, controlled substances or alcohol, or incendiary devices. Users are prohibited from posting or sending content that contains threats or is hatefully or racially, ethically or otherwise objectionable.

• Students may not participate in or promote any illegal or inappropriate activities, disruptive use of the network, or activities of any kind that do not conform to the rules, regulations and policies of the Legacy Preparatory Academy.

• Students may not use the network for product advertisement or political lobbying.• Students may not reveal personal information such as names, addresses, telephone

numbers, passwords, credit card numbers or social security numbers. Releasing personal information of others or that of organizations associated with the school is prohibited.

• Students may not intentionally harm or destroy school data, the network, or network performance. This includes, but is not limited to, creation and introduction of computer viruses, unauthorized access to restricted systems or programs, or using the school network to illegally access other systems.

Expectation of Privacy• Student files, disks, documents, etc., which have been used or created with school

electronic information resources are not considered private.• Electronic mail transmissions of any kind are not private.

Discussion/Submission• Students will participate in a discussion with a parent or legal guardian, which

includes proper behavior and use of the network.• Students will be required to submit a new Student Network Use Agreement Form

each year or upon special request.

Disciplinary ActionThe combined signatures indicate that the student and parent/legal guardian has

carefully read, understands and agrees to abide by these terms and conditions regarding proper behavior and use of the network. The signatures on the Staff/Student Signature of Agreement Form are legally binding.

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Students who violate the terms and conditions of this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, including the possibility of suspension or expulsion from school and appropriate legal action. Access to electronic information may be limited, suspended or revoked.

Service DisclaimerLegacy Preparatory Academy makes no warranties of any kind, either expressed or

implied, for the electronic information resources it is providing. The school will not be responsible for any damages a staff member or student suffers while using these resources. These damages may include, but are not limited to, loss of data as a result of delays, employee errors or omissions, or non-deliveries or service interruptions caused by a network system. Use of information obtained by the network system is at the employee's own risk. Legacy Preparatory Academy specifically denies any responsibility for the accuracy of information obtained through the electronic information resources.

Cell Phone/Electronic Devices/CameraCell phones or any personal electronic devices (including but not limited to mp3

devices, IPod, smartphones, gaming devices, smart watches, etc.) may not be used at any time on campus during school hours without teacher or administrative permission. This includes taking pictures or text messaging. Electronic devices must not be seen or heard during school hours. At no time may electronic devices be used in restrooms or locker rooms.

Teachers, staff, or administration may confiscate a cell phone or electronic device if found in use by the student at any time during the school day. Items will be labeled and locked in the front office. If confiscated, a parent or legal guardian must meet with the Director, or other administrator, in order to retrieve the device and may be charged a $20 fee.

LPA is not responsible for damage to or loss of valuable items and does not carry insurance to cover replacement, or repair of, lost, stolen or damaged property belonging to individual students. It is recommended that students do not bring valuables to the school campus.

The use of a camera is strictly prohibited on school premises without teacher or administrative permission. Students who violate this provision of the policy will have the device confiscated and only returned to a parent.

At no time may any electronic communication device or camera be utilized in a way that threatens, humiliates, harasses, or intimidates school-related individuals, including students, employees, and visitors; or violates local, state, or federal law. This includes the intent to annoy, alarm, intimidate, offend, abuse, threaten, harass, frighten, or disrupt the electronic communication of another.

A person is guilty of voyeurism that intentionally uses any recording device that is concealed or disguised to secretly or covertly record or view electronically any portion of an individual’s body for which the individual has a reasonable expectation of privacy.

It is also prohibited for any individual to record, display or forward any material that could be considered pornographic, lewd or inappropriate in a school setting.

Violation of this policy can result in discipline up to and including suspension or expulsion, and notification of law enforcement authorities.

Exceptions

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With prior approval of the administration, the above prohibitions may be relaxed under the following circumstances:

• The use is specifically required to implement a student’s current and valid IEP • The use is at the direction of a teacher for educational purposes • The use is determined by the administration to be necessary for other special

circumstances, health-related reasons, or emergency

Academic Policies, Learning Guidelines & Philosophy StatementEducation gives children the opportunity to learn from great minds of the past (e.g.

Aristotle, Thomas Jefferson, Galileo, and others). When understood, this gift allows students to create a better future for themselves and the world they live in.

Quality education should embrace and magnify a child’s innate curiosity to learn. LPA strives to provide a strong foundation of knowledge and learning skills to support the educational path a student may choose to pursue. Classical education constructs this foundation by giving priority to mastery of mathematics and language arts. Emphasizing fine arts will strengthen the learning process and develop a creative and reasoning mind.

Parental involvement is crucial to a child’s academic success. LPA will do all in its power to encourage meaningful parental participation. Collaboration among the student, parent, and educator is also an essential component for success. School hours, methods of communication, and homework schedules are designed to recognize the importance of family time and support.

Character education is imperative to the creation of a responsible and contributing member of society. LPA’s educational environment will support the development of positive character traits such as respect, integrity, and hard work. The fusion of intellect and character will enable the student to become a productive and conscientious citizen.

Classical Education ModelStudent academic achievement is the primary goal of LPA. We believe that when

students are fluent in foundational knowledge of the major disciplines they can effectively express their knowledge and master higher-level skills. Therefore, the foundation of instruction will focus on mastery of fundamentals.

We define mastery as the ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills repeatedly and accurately. Mastery requires instruction in the subject matter with an increased degree of challenge and practice. As students master the fundamentals, instruction will focus on the sequential building of concepts and promoting independent expression of knowledge. Finally, instruction will focus on individual internalization of conceptual knowledge, expressed in extensive written work and verbal presentation, to prepare students for advanced study at the college level.

These levels of instruction and knowledge attainment follow the classical education model of the Trivium – grammar, logic and rhetoric. LPA respects this well-founded, proven educational model and uses it in selecting and implementing the school’s curriculum.

Our academic policies support our academic mission and philosophy. An important and vital component of academic achievement is that of organization of student work. LPA students will be given tools and training that will assist them in becoming independent students and in organizing their school work, maximizing the potential for them to succeed.

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Academic Performance StandardsLPA is a “school of choice” with a rigorous academic program. We recognize that

there may be students or parents who find our program is not a good “fit” for them. We have developed our academic performance standards policy with this understanding.LPA’s academic program comprises three vitally important components:

• The work and effort of the teachers and staff• The work and effort of the students • The support and effort of parents

Teachers Teachers are well prepared to teach our students. They are an experienced, well-

trained group of professionals who are enthusiastic about their job in assisting your student as they learn, grow, and achieve academically. Students who attend LPA bring their own enthusiasm and love of learning to school with them each day. Students

Students who attend LPA bring their own enthusiasm and love of learning to school with them each day. They bear the responsibility with regard to exerting effort and completing assigned work so that they can benefit fully from the excellent academic programs of LPA. We are confident that, working together, all students can achieve success.Parental Support and Involvement

Parental support and involvement is key to student achievement at LPA. LPA will encourage meaningful parental participation. Parents commit to academic and volunteer support.

We will provide the tools necessary for students to succeed. Ultimately, we recognize academic progress will only be obtained if the student and/or parent is willing to do their part, especially in regard to school attendance. If a student consistently fails to attend school and to take advantage of LPA’s academic programs or if the parent fails to honor the Acceptance of Policy or, LPA’s Parent-School Learning Compact, then the school administration may recommend to the Governing Board that the student’s priority enrollment be reconsidered.

The Governing Board may hold a meeting with the family to discuss areas of concern. These violations and others may result in a governing board hearing:

• Students who fail the academic course of study as a result of lack of attendance or effort.

• Students, who display willful noncompliance as evidenced by failure to participate in school intervention programs, participating in classwork, turn in consecutive assignments or participate in class work.

• Parents who are disrespectful to staff or unwilling to support student learning.

Homework Homework reinforces skills and concepts learned in the classroom and helps

develop good study skills and habits. Homework guidelines: Homework should be assigned with coordination between teachers and with

consideration for the importance of student participation in family activities and responsibilities.

Students should spend time each day studying and reading, whether or not homework is assigned.

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Students may be given homework most weekday evenings. Homework assignments should not be new material for students, but should be a

review, extra practice or an extension of material already taught in school. Student should be able to complete their homework within a reasonable amount of

time, with the exception of special projects, failing to use class time productively, and falling behind due to tardies or absences.

Parents should provide an environment in the home containing the following elements:• A quiet place to study and complete assignments• Access to necessary tools (pencils, paper, adequate lighting, resources such as

reference books)• Freedom from distractions (TV, video and computer games, distracting music or

conversations)• Establish a consistent routine• Review learning plan or daily planner nightly

Promotion Policy Teachers will recommend students for promotion. A school promotion team will

review all relevant documents for students who are not recommended for promotion and make a determination based on concrete data that sufficiently demonstrates the student’s inability to be successful at the next grade level.

District Communication Policies; Communication Policies for Concerns To promote and to model respect to our students, members of the LPA community

who have a question, concern or need for information will identify the person best able to answer their question or concern and will approach that person in a positive manner. If a member of the community does not know who the best person is to answer their question or concern, they should ask a member of the administrative staff, beginning with one of the school secretaries. Addressing concerns on social media should be avoided to maintain a positive and respectful atmosphere.

If a parent has a question related to instruction or that relates to the classroom in any way, the classroom teacher should be the first person to whom the parent would go for information and/or resolution. If the parent does not feel their concern has been resolved by the teacher, they should ask the teacher for a meeting with 1) the Assistant Director of Academics, if the concern is academically related, or 2) the Campus Director, if the concern is not academically related, or 3) another appropriate Administrator. If the parent desires, they may speak with the administrative assistant to make an appointment with the Assistant Director of Academics or Campus Director. When setting a meeting directly with the assistant, parents should have already tried to address the issue with the teacher and should feel comfortable asking the teacher for an administrative conference. If the parent feels the teacher and Director have not sufficiently resolved their concern, they may bring their concern to the Executive Director. If the parent still feels their concern has not been addressed they may then take the concern to the Governing Board. All requests or concerns to the Governing Board must be done in writing or email format.

To maintain LPA’s positive communication model, anonymous written communication (outside of the annual school survey) will be discarded.

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Communication with StudentsCommunication with students by all adults in our community shall be undertaken with

our school mission in mind: • To honor each child as an individual.• To provide a nurturing learning environment that is safe physically and

emotionally.• Staff will use positive and encouraging communication at all times, even when

corrections are necessary. • Positive communication will be taught in a concrete manner to students.• Staff members will watch for opportunities to notice and acknowledge effort in a

positive manner.• If a group of students are involved in a negative situation, staff members may

separate the students and counsel with them individually.• Communication with students will reinforce LPA’s culture of inclusiveness,

kindness and teamwork.• Communication with students will characterize our belief in the value of each

individual student to our school community.

Communication with Parents LPA utilizes outside vendors, such as OneCall, to communicate information

through email or text messages. Emergency situations will be communicated to parents through the OneCall service. All pertinent school information may be found on the school website, www.legacyprep.org.

LPA has a Student Information System which can be accessed from LPA’s website. Parents and students are encouraged to check the online grading system to see the status of assignments, grades and attendance and to communicate with teachers at any time during the school year. Login instructions can be found on the LPA website.

Periodic newsletters from the school will be distributed to LPA families via email. The newsletter will contain notification of important dates and events, as well as pertinent school news and information.

Parent Surveys, each year two parent surveys will be distributed to each LPA family. Families will have the opportunity to express their level of satisfaction with all aspects of LPA’s program.

The school's website is another valuable resource of information for parents.

Non-Custodial Parent/GuardianLPA abides by the provisions of the Family Education Right to Privacy Act with

respect to the rights of non-custodial parents. In the absence of a court order to the contrary, the school will provide the non-custodial parent access to the academic records and to other school-related information regarding the student. If there is a court order specifying that there is to be no information given, it is the responsibility of the custodial parent to provide the school with an official copy of the court order.

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Likewise, non-custodial parents will have access to students during school hours in the same way that custodial parents do (including picking up the student from school) unless documentation to the contrary is presented to the school.

Interviews of Students by Outside AgenciesA student may not be interviewed by outside agencies during the school day or periods of extra-curricular activities until the student has been given the option to have the Director or another designated staff member present.

• If police officers or other officials request an interview for any issue other than child abuse, an attempt will be made to contact the student’s parent(s) or legal guardian and to have one of them present during the interview

• If the topic of the interview is child abuse and the investigator determines that the child should be interviewed independently of his or her parent(s) and the school is the most appropriate setting for the interview, school officials will allow the investigation without contacting the parent(s). It will be the responsibility of the investigator in abuse cases to determine who will be present during the interview.

• No student may be taken from school without the consent of the Director or without the proper warrant. In all cases, the welfare of the child and the protection of his or her constitutional rights will be the Director’s first consideration

Academic CommunicationReport cards will be available for view by the week following the end of each

quarter.Testing will be used to ensure that student progress is accurately measured through standardized achievement tests. LPA recognizes its responsibility to implement standardized testing procedures in accordance with state and federal laws. Information from such student standardized testing may be used by LPA as an additional tool to plan, measure and evaluate the effectiveness of the school’s educational program

By May the academic calendar will be published to the parents via the school newsletter and the LPA website. The academic calendar will loosely follow the Davis School District traditional year calendar as outlined by the LPA charter, and will provide for a minimum of 180 instructional days as per state law.

Parent-teacher conferences will be held two to three times each year. Parents are encouraged to attend conferences to review student performance and if necessary set academic goals. Parent/Teacher conferences are listed in the school calendar. Additional conferences may be scheduled at any time parents or teachers feel it would be beneficial.

Teachers will regularly communicate class news and upcoming curriculum through learning plans, newsletters or website updates.

Code of Conduct All students and staff members benefit from a learning environment that is free

from disruption and harassment and that is physically safe and emotionally nurturing. All members of the LPA community will strive to emulate the ideals expressed in the Legacy Paideia.

General Guidelines:

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Legacy strives to convey the traditional virtues of civilization: nobility, temperance, fortitude, practical wisdom, and justice. “We believe in courtesy, the ritual by which we avoid hurting other people’s feelings by satisfying our own egos,” so said Kenneth Clark; and in the words of Mary Crist Fleming, “We teach good manners by modeling them. We strive for courteous behavior at all times, even under stress. Courtesy keeps us – teachers and students, adults and children – happy, purposeful and poised, able to allow the respect for one another we ought to feel, and quick to treat one another with cordial dignity. Courtesy is the necessary ground for our communal and scholarly lives.”

At school, classroom teachers have the primary responsibility for teaching appropriate conduct and addressing unproductive or disruptive behavior. We believe that positive rewards are generally more powerful and effective than negative consequences. Corporal punishment is forbidden. Students will be taught to restore damaged property and relationships; to make amends with those who have been offended or injured by their behavior. If a student does not respond successfully, other consequences may be utilized. As with all instruction, teachers and administrators will strive to tailor their interventions to the student’s level of understanding and relevance to the misbehavior.

In all cases, parental support is vital to the student’s success. Consequences out of school are often more effective and motivating than consequences imposed within school.

Procedures for Managing Special Education Student’s BehaviorWith respect to all parts of this Code of Conduct, if a student has a qualifying

disability relevant to an infraction, separate procedures may apply based on the provisions and protections under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. The Director of Special Education or the appropriate school administrator will explain these separate procedures.

Minor Infractions:Minor infractions are those that are commonly handled by teachers in a classroom.

Repeated or excessive minor infractions can become major infractions and result in administrative referral. Minor infractions can result in a teacher lowering a citizenship grade, seeking the help of parents or administrators, changing class structure to prevent misbehavior, re-teaching expectations, observing and monitoring more consistently, increasing positive interactions, and correcting without emotion as outlined in the class behavior management plan. Minor infractions may include but are not limited to such things as:

1. Disrupting class,2. Horseplay without malice,3. Dress code violations,4. Defiance, insolence, insults,5. Public displays of affection,6. Inappropriate language, gestures and actions,7. Tardies,8. Leaving school premises without permission,

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9. Truancy,10.Cheating or plagiarism,11.Chewing gum12.Littering,13.Bus misconduct,14.Noncompliance,

Major Infractions:Major infractions are those that warrant the intervention of a school

administrator. In the event a student’s behavior violates the safety of others, or if the student demonstrates defiance of school staff, or disrupts the learning of others, the student may be dismissed from class and referred to an appropriate administrator.

Students with knowledge of dangerous or disruptive behavior have a duty to report such behavior to school administration. Students that fail to report such behavior share culpability. No one may make false allegations or engage in retaliation against those who report misbehavior or who are called upon as a witness in an investigation.

Major infractions include but are not limited to: Any behavior that could result in suspension, expulsion, or the involvement of law

enforcement (See 53A-11-904) Possession of a dangerous weapon (See 53A-11-1101) Gang related activity (See 53A-15-603) Disruptive behavior (See 53A-11-910) Defacing or injuring school property (See 53A-11-806) Harassment, bullying, cyber-bullying, hazing and retaliation (See 53A-11a-101,

53A-11a-201, 202, 301)

Harassment, Bullying, Cyber-bullying, hazing and retaliation: (See 53A-11a-101, 53A-11a-201, 202, 301.)

No school employee or student may engage in harassment, sexual harassment, bullying, or hazing on school property, at school related or school sponsored events, on a school bus, or while the employee or student is traveling to or from a location or event described here. No school employee or student may engage in hazing or cyber-bullying a school employee or student at any time or location.

Any student or employee that is aware of instances of harassment, bullying, cyber-bullying, or hazing is obligated to report it to a school administrator.

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“Harassment” means repeatedly communicating to another individual in an objectively demeaning or disparaging manner, messages that contribute to a hostile learning or work environment for the individual.

“Sexual harassment” is harassment that may include but is not limited to such things as:

Suggestive, derogatory or vulgar comments including catcalls and whistling; sexual innuendoes or slurs; unwanted sexual advances or comments; repeatedly asking for dates; making threats; spreading rumors about others as to their sexual activity, orientation, or performance. It also includes behavior such as displays of sexually suggestive objects, pictures, posters, written material, cartoons, drawings, or graffiti of a sexual nature; gesturing, leering or staring.

Unwanted physical contact, touching, pinching, kissing, patting or hugging; the blocking of normal movement; stalking; assaulting; and/or the interference with work or study due to an individual’s gender.

Threats, demands or pressure to submit to sexual requests in order to maintain standing in the school; or to avoid other loss and/or benefits in return for sexual favors.

o “Bullying” means intentionally or knowingly committing an act that: endangers the physical health or safety of a school employee or student; involves any brutality of a physical nature such as whipping, beating,

branding, calisthenics, bruising, electric shocking, placing of a harmful substance on the body, or exposure to the elements;

involves consumption of any food, liquor, drug, or other substance; involves other physical activity that endangers the physical health and safety

of a school employee or student; or involves physically obstructing a school employee's or student's freedom to

move; and is done for the purpose of placing a school employee or student in fear of:

o physical harm to the school employee or student; oro harm to property of the school employee or student.

The above conduct constitutes bullying regardless of whether the person against whom it is committed directed, consented to, or acquiesced in the conduct.

Cyber-bullying may not disrupt LPA’s environment or functioning. “Cyber-bullying” means using the Internet, a cell phone, or another device to send or post text, video, or an image with the intent or knowledge, or with reckless disregard, that the text, video, or image will hurt, embarrass, or threaten an individual, regardless of whether the individual directed, consented to, or acquiesced in the conduct, or voluntarily accessed the electronic communication.

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“Hazing” means intentionally or knowingly committing an act that: endangers the physical health or safety of a school employee or student; involves any brutality of a physical nature such as whipping, beating,

branding, calisthenics, bruising, electric shocking, placing of a harmful substance on the body, or exposure to the elements;

involves consumption of any food, liquor, drug, or other substance; involves other physical activity that endangers the physical health and safety

of a school employee or student; or involves physically obstructing a school employee's or student's freedom to

move; and is done for the purpose of initiation or admission into, affiliation with,

holding office in, or as a condition for, membership or acceptance, or continued membership or acceptance, in any school or school sponsored team, organization, program, or event; or

if the person committing the act against a school employee or student knew that the school employee or student is a member of, or candidate for, membership with a school, or school sponsored team, organization, program, or event to which the person committing the act belongs to or participates in.

The conduct described here constitutes hazing, regardless of whether the person against whom the conduct is committed directed, consented to, or acquiesced in, the conduct.

Investigations and Searches:Given the school's custodial responsibility for children, school officials have the

authority to conduct investigations and to question students pertaining to infractions of school rules.

They may also conduct reasonable searches of students and student property such as coats, hats, backpacks, book bags, purses, wallets, notebooks, etc. The search must be reasonably related to the suspicion and not excessively intrusive in light of the student’s age, history and school record and the nature of the infraction. The scope of any search should be limited by the reasonable suspicion that motivated the search. If an item is found that leads to reasonable suspicion that additional, related items may also exist, the search may be extended.

Lockers, desks, other storage areas provided for student use students have no right or expectation of privacy. While lockers, desks, and other storage areas are under the joint control of students and the school, they are solely school property and may be searched at any time by school officials with or without cause. Once a locker, desk or other storage area is opened for search, any search of student belongings contained within the locker must comply with the guidelines for searches of personal belongings above. Parent Notification:

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School officials have no obligation to contact parents before detaining and questioning students. It is good practice when a student is questioned about serious allegations of the student's own misbehavior that a parent should be notified to protect the interest and well-being of the student. Documentation:

School officials shall thoroughly document the details of any search conducted of a student's property or person. Documentation shall be made at the time of the search, or as soon as possible thereafter, and shall include the following:

the time, place and date of the search; information received that established the need for the search and the name of the

informant, if any; the name and title of individuals conducting and observing the search; substances or objects found and the disposition made of them (police, school, etc.);

and subsequent action taken including parental notification.

Suspension or Expulsion:A student may be suspended or expelled for the above minor and major offenses, in

addition to any of the following reasons (see 53-11-904): frequent or flagrant willful disobedience, defiance of proper authority, or

disruptive behavior, including the use of foul, profane, vulgar, or abusive language; willful destruction or defacing of school property; behavior or threatened behavior which poses an immediate and significant threat

to the welfare, safety, or morals of other students or school personnel or to the operation of the school;

possession, control, use, of an alcoholic beverage, behavior which threatens harm or does harm to the school or school property, to a

person associated with the school, or property associated with that person, regardless of where it occurs,

or possession or use of pornographic material on school property. A student shall be suspended or expelled for any of the following reasons:

any serious violation affecting another student or a staff member, or any serious violation occurring in a school building, in or on school property, or in conjunction with any school activity, including:

the possession, control, or actual or threatened use of a real weapon, explosive, or noxious or flammable material;

the actual or threatened use of a look-alike weapon with intent to intimidate another person or to disrupt normal school activities; or

the sale, control, or distribution of a drug or controlled substance as defined in an imitation controlled substance, or drug paraphernalia;

or the commission of an act involving the use of force or the threatened use of force which if committed by an adult would be a felony or class A misdemeanor.

Any student discipline violation that leads to damage to the school and/or financial loss may require re-imbursement or other compensation by the parents or student.

A student may be denied admission to Legacy on the basis of having been expelled from Legacy or any other school during the preceding 12 months.Authority to Suspend: (See 53A-11-905)

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The executive director or the school principal has the power to suspend a student for up to 10 school days.

The board may suspend a student for up to one school year or delegate that power to the executive director or his designee.

The board may expel a student for a fixed or indefinite period, provided that the expulsion shall be reviewed by the executive director or his designee and the conclusions reported to the board, at least once each year.

The parent or guardian of a suspended student and the designated school official may enlist the cooperation of the Division of Child and Family Services, the juvenile court, or other appropriate state agencies, if necessary, in dealing with the student's suspension.

Alternatives to Suspension and Expulsion: (See 53A-11-906)Prior to suspending or expelling a student for repeated acts of willful disobedience,

defiance of authority, or disruptive behavior which are not of such a violent or extreme nature that immediate removal is required, good faith efforts shall be made to implement a remedial discipline plan that would allow the student to remain in school. Alternatives to out-of-school suspension may include allowing a student to remain in school under an in-school suspension program.

Parent or Guardian Responsibility for Student Suspended or Expelled: (See 53A-11-907)

If a student is suspended or expelled for more than 10 school days, the parent or guardian is responsible for undertaking an alternative education plan which will ensure that the student's education continues during the period of suspension or expulsion.

Uniform PolicyUniforms improve the classroom learning environment by:

Helping students concentrate on their school work Setting a tone for serious study Removing distractions created by socioeconomic differences and modern fashion Instilling discipline and self-respect

Uniforms build citizenship and a sense of community in our children by: Building self-esteem, self-respect, and school spirit among students Creating the distinction of being part of a group Maintaining a healthy and positive school image in the community Sustaining a clean and neat appearance Providing a visible symbol of commitment to school improvement and reform

Uniforms create a safe learning environment by: Helping school officials recognize intruders Eliminating the wearing of gang-related or other disruptive clothing.

The school should strive to achieve compliance through use of incentives and positive reinforcement measures and should resort to disciplinary action only when other positive measures fail to result in compliance. Application of consequences vary according to grade. Please refer to Jr. High and Elementary sub sections.

Assistance for uniform clothing may be available. The Director shall make decisions regarding assistance. Any donations of new or gently used uniforms are welcome and encouraged by all families.

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LPA administration shall monitor uniform implementation and recommend to the Governing Board any needed changes to the policy or regulations it perceives needed based on developing circumstances. Modification of the Uniform Policy and Regulations will take place by Board action.

The Director is allowed, at any time during the school year, to grant an exemption from wearing a uniform to a student because of extenuating circumstances.

Uniforms at LPA are mandatory and interpretation of specific uniform regulations will be left to the discretion of the administration. Uniforms must be worn during school hours, except under special circumstances as announced by the school.

Uniforms must also be worn for all before and after school programs, including carpool, field trips, special school activities, and all tutoring and enrichment sessions, except on occasions under special circumstances as announced by the school.

Costumes or uniforms required for rehearsals, performances, or games need to be limited to those activities. On Wednesday, current approved LPA spirit wear, team or club shirts in school approved colors may be worn with the proper uniform pants.

Gym clothes may be required for athletic activities.Students must present a clean, modest, and neat appearance at all times. All

clothing must be appropriately sized and worn correctly. Pants/shorts/skirts must be worn at the waist, shirts must be buttoned, shoes must be tied or fastened, clothing must be worn right-side-out, etc. Clothing shall not be excessively worn or have multiple holes.

Full dress uniforms will be worn on Monday, and on other occasions as communicated by the school. Shirts may not have any embroidery or quilted patterns. Turtlenecks are not allowed. Boys in the fourth through ninth grade are required to wear shirts tucked in, and belts, if worn, must be in the belt loops.

Casual dress uniforms will be worn on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Students may also wear a navy, red, or school approved sweatshirt (no hoodies) as part of the casual dress uniform. A school approved polo shirt must be visible. (see uniform chart for additional information).

Shirts on dress days should be a button down, short or long-sleeved, solid school approved color, and have a collar with no logos, patches, lettering, or stripes of any kind. No polo shirts allowed on dress days. Shirts on casual dress days may be short or long-sleeved polos in one of the school approved colors as defined in the uniform charts, which can be found on the LPA website.

Boys should wear dress pants according to the uniform chart pertaining to their specific campus. Pants should be modest and not overly tight or baggy. On casual dress days, boys may wear pants or shorts, but still no cargo style or jeans.

Girls should wear skirts, skorts, jumpers, or navy dress pants on dress days. Skirts, skorts, jumpers, and pants should be modest, not overly tight, within the hemline guidelines, and made of appropriate material for school (i.e. no sequins or see-through material). On casual dress days, girls may wear pants, capris, shorts, skorts, or skirts. No cargo style pants, jeans or jean style leggings (i.e. jeggings) and hemline guidelines are still applicable. Colors are defined in the uniform charts, which can be found on the LPA website.

The appropriate colors for LPA uniforms are the LPA plaid, red, navy, light blue, and white. Colors are defined in the uniform charts, which can be found on the LPA website. Colors do not include variations of shades/hues. For instance, red does not

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include burgundy; navy does not include royal blue; light blue does not include periwinkle or turquoise; and white does not include off white.

Shoes for students should be closed toed and closed heel shoes only. Heels or soles may not be higher than 2 inches. Athletic shoes may be required for gym. Please see uniform chart for more specific details.

Socks or opaque tights of approved colors must always be worn. Socks for students should coordinate with the uniform and must be visible. Girls may also wear appropriate smooth opaque or cable knit tights.

Other than plain white undershirts worn under uniform shirts, underclothing should not be visible. Girls are encouraged to wear shorts under skirts and jumpers. Long (to the ankle) navy, white, gray, or black leggings may be worn under jumpers, skirts, shorts, or skorts on cold days. Leggings may not be jean-like material or resemble levis. No jeggings allowed.

The hemlines in jumpers, skirts, skorts, and shorts shall be no shorter than 2 inches above knee, when seated.

School shirts and sweatshirts, if available, may be worn as a casual dress item. Navy or red school sweatshirts or sweater/vest may be worn in class for additional warmth.

Students may wear jewelry or hair accessories that are not a distraction. Sunglasses should not be worn inside the school building.

Hair must be kept neat and clean, have a combed appearance, and be appropriate for school. Hair coloring must be of a color naturally occurring within the human species. Irregular coloring of hair or outlandish hairstyles are inappropriate.

Any makeup worn should be appropriate for school and not a distraction. Tattoos should not be visible.No hats of any kind, including baseball caps, may be worn inside the school

building. Head coverings of a religious nature are permitted.Outerwear that is worn for warmth to and from school and at outside recess is not

considered a uniform item. Unless it is a Legacy approved sweatshirt or sweater, it must be removed during school hours.

Free Dress GuidelinesNo clothing with drug, alcohol, gang references, or skulls, or anything offensive or

inappropriate to the LPA Code of Conduct. Clothing must be modest, clean and in good repair. Clothing must fit appropriately, nothing overly tight or baggy. Modesty rules apply at all times. Shirts must cover shoulders and midriffs. Shorts, skorts, skirts must follow hemline guidelines, and undershirts must be worn under low-cut tops.

Uniform AvailabilityNo specific manufacturer or vendor for clothing is required, but uniform clothing

must match the colors and styles of Legacy Preparatory Academy’s uniform chart. Please note that the Legacy Plaid is called by different names with different companies. The pictures of the Legacy Plaid at different companies will vary. To ensure purchasing the correct plaid, please follow the identification information provided below:

• French Toast: Green Plaid • Dennis Uniform: Belair Plaid • Hall Closet: #55 • Landsend.com: Hunter/Classic Navy Plaid

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Title I School-Parent PolicyLPA’s Governing Board recognizes that parents are their children’s first and most

influential teachers and that sustained parent involvement in the education of their children contributes greatly to student achievement and a positive school environment. The Director shall work with staff and parents to develop meaningful opportunities at all grade levels for parents to be involved in school activities: advisory, decision-making, advocacy roles, and activities to support learning at home.

Legacy Preparatory Academy has jointly developed with and distributed to parents of students the following written Title I School-Parent policy. The policy has been agreed on by parents and describes the means for carrying out the following Title I parental involvement requirements:

LPA’s Title I School-Parent Policy Parent Involvement• Legacy Preparatory Academy (LPA) carries out the following legal requirements in

the manner described below:• LPA will convene an annual meeting to inform parents of participating students of

the requirements of the school’s participation in Title I and their rights to be involved. LPA will provide flexible meeting times by offering two school wide parent meetings: Back to School Night in the fall and the School Report Parent Meeting during winter semester.

• LPA involves parents of participating students in an organized, ongoing, and timely way, in the planning, review, and improvement of its Title I programs and Title I parental involvement policy. (20 USC 6318[c][3]) LPA invites and encourages parents to attend the following flexible number of meetings throughout the school year: Regular monthly meetings of the Governing Board Regular monthly meetings of the Community Council LPA provides parents of participating students with timely information about Title I programs. Meetings are announced via LPA’s web site, newsletters, and the bulletin board in foyer of the main entrance of the school. Agendas are also displayed in the bulletin board in the foyer of the main entrance of the school. (20 USC 6318[c][4][A])

• LPA provides parents of participating students with an explanation of the curriculum, academic assessment, and proficiency levels students are expected to meet. This is achieved at the annual Back to School Night and School Report Parent Meeting, Parent/Teacher conferences, and board/council meetings. (20 USC 6318[c][4][B])

To ensure effective involvement of parents and to support a partnership among LPA parents, and the community to improve student academic achievement, LPA carries out the following legal requirements in the manner described below:

• LPA will assist parents in understanding academic content and achievement standards and assessments and how to monitor and improve the achievement of their children. Parenting workshops and classes are offered and guidance is provided to parents by teachers in parent/teacher conferences. (20 USC 6318[e][1])

• LPA will provide materials and training to help parents work with their children to improve their children's achievement. Parenting workshops and classes are

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offered, guidance is provided to parents by teachers in parent/teacher conferences. (20 USC 6318[e][2])

• LPA will educate staff, with the assistance of parents, in the value of parent contributions and how to work with parents as equal partners. Time will be devoted in faculty meetings to sharing with staff the values of these contributions and the importance of working with parents as equal partners. (20 USC 6318[e][3])

• LPA will coordinate and integrate parental involvement with other programs and conduct activities that encourage and support parents in more fully participating in the education of their children. Parents are encouraged to volunteer in the classroom and in the tutoring lab. (20 USC 6318[e][4])

• LPA will distribute information related to school and parent programs, meetings, and other activities to the parents of participating students in a format and, to the extent practicable, in a language the parents understand. Electronic newsletters are routinely sent. Calendars with dates for special events are displayed on the school’s website. (20 USC 6318[e][5])

• LPA will provide support for parental involvement activities requested by parents. LPA will have a Community Outreach Specialist employed at the school for the purpose of supporting parental involvement. (20 USC 6318[e] [14])

Legacy Preparatory Academy, to the extent practicable, provides full opportunities for the participation of parents with limited English proficiency, parents with disabilities, and parents of migratory students including providing information and school reports in a format and, to the extent practicable, in a language parents of Title I students understand. (20 USC 6318[b][1][2][3][c])

Title IX Policy

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Legacy Preparatory Academy’s Parent-School Learning CompactParent/Guardian Responsibilities- I want my child to achieve therefore I will:

• Make certain my child attends school regularly and on time with the benefit of enough rest and a good healthy breakfast.

• Attend Parent Teacher Conferences, monitor my child’s grades online, and communicate with my child’s teacher to ensure his/her academic success.

• Look through my child’s planner each night, reviewing and signing his/her planner, assisting him/her with organization, and positively discussing his/ her homework

• Provide an environment in the home that enables my child to engage in scholarly pursuits on a daily basis by setting up a specific time in a quiet place with necessary tools and assistance to study and by being an example of a lifelong learner.

• Encourage positive attitudes toward school by speaking with good purpose about school.

• Support the school and staff in maintaining proper discipline.• Willingly volunteer in my child’s classroom and/or school activities.

Student Responsibilities- I want to learn, therefore I will:• Attend school regularly and on time.• Complete assignments, homework and reading requirements.• Bring my Learning Plan, homework, docket, and supplies to school each day.• Work to the best of my ability.• Be positive and work cooperatively with classmates, teachers and staff.• Respect myself, other people, and my school.• Follow all school rules.• Accept responsibility for my actions.

Teacher Responsibilities- It is important that my student achieve, therefore I will:

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• Hold high expectations for all students and foster their innate curiosity and desire to learn.

• Enthusiastically provide high-quality instruction in a supportive and positive environment.

• Provide meaningful homework that reinforces skills and concepts taught in class and develops good study skills and habits.

• Explicitly teach each student in each setting what behaviors are expected and what behaviors are appropriate.

• Communicate regularly through the school website, Parent-Teacher Conferences, emails, newsletters, progress reports, etc.

• Provide opportunities for parents to assist in the classroom in meaningful ways and to observe classroom activities.

Administrative Responsibilities- I support student achievement, therefore I will: • Provide an equitable learning environment for all students.• Invite all parents to share in enriching student education.• Provide curriculum and instructional training that follows the classical education

model.

Annual Acceptance of Policy I have read Legacy Preparatory Academy’s mission, philosophy, and Parent

Student Handbook. I commit to support LPA in the pursuit of fulfilling this mission.I understand that a major focus of LPA’s mission is to build the foundation of

knowledge and critical thinking skills necessary for students to become independent learners for life. I will support this effort by accepting and performing my parent responsibilities as outlined in LPA’s Parent-School Learning Compact which includes reviewing my student’s planner daily and by providing a place and a regular time each day that my child can complete his/her assignments in a timely manner.

A planner will be provided for all new students. If the planner is lost the replacement planner will be the responsibility of the student and parent.

I understand LPA expects every family to provide 40 hours (20 hours for single-parent families) volunteer service to the school each year and I am responsible for logging my hours. During school hours I agree to sign in at the front desk and wear a visitor or volunteer badge when I am at LPA.

I understand that my child will be required to wear a school uniform. If accepted to LPA, I will ensure my child is in daily compliance with the school uniform policy.

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I understand that LPA does not provide transportation to and from school and that we (parents) are responsible to drop off and pick up our child each school day within the specified time frame published in the school handbook.

I understand that I am required to provide lunch for my child on a daily basis. I understand that, pursuant to federal law, LPA strives for 96% attendance. I will

commit to minimize my child(ren)'s tardies and absences. I understand that if my child has 10 consecutive unexcused absences he/she will be withdrawn from LPA, according to state guidelines. I understand that excessive absence is considered a Class B misdemeanor and will be reported to the appropriate authorities.

I will promote the vision of LPA by using positive communication, courtesy and respect when interacting with the staff, students, parents and anyone else in the school community. I will follow the LPA communication model; specifically, I will take any concerns I have directly to the person most able to successfully address those concerns, and not to those who cannot address the concern.

I will work in a cooperative manner to promote the school mission. I understand that cell phones and electronic devices may not be used during school hours, even during lunch times (this includes taking pictures or text messaging), any student found using an electronic device during school hours may have their device confiscated and pay a $20 fee to have it returned. LPA does not carry insurance to cover replacement, or repair of, lost stolen or damaged property belonging to individual students.

I understand that volunteers may be asked to grade student papers, and any volunteers who do so will be instructed in school confidentiality guidelines. Students will generally correct their own work, but in some cases may exchange papers to correct them.

I understand that it is the goal of Legacy Preparatory Academy will utilize, to the extent possible, email and the internet as the sole means of communicating with parents and students to reduce paper usage throughout the school in an effort to save natural and school resources.

I understand that there may be fees associated with optional after school activities for my student(s).

I understand there may be fees associated with certain Jr. High courses. Fee waivers are available for low-income families in the front office. My signature on this is on file at LPA and indicates my acceptance of the policies

as stated above.

Student Privacy/Student Data DisclosureThe Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), a Federal law, requires that

Legacy Preparatory Academy (LPA), with certain exceptions, obtain your written consent prior to the disclosure of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) from your child’s education records. However, LPA may disclose appropriately designated “directory information” without written consent, unless you have advised LPA to the contrary in accordance with LPA procedures. The primary purpose of directory information is to

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allow LPA to include this type of information from your child’s education records in certain school publications and public press releases. Examples include: The annual yearbook, honor roll or other recognition lists, class programs, sports activity sheets, a program showing your student’s role in a drama or music production or the school website. Directory information, which is information that is generally not considered harmful or an invasion of privacy if released, can also be disclosed to outside organizations without a parent’s prior written consent. Outside organizations include, but are not limited to, companies that manufacture class rings or publish yearbooks. In addition, two federal laws require local educational agencies (LEAs) receiving assistance under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA) to provide military recruiters, upon request, with three directory information categories - names, addresses and telephone listings – unless parents have advised the LEA that they do not want their student’s information disclosed without their prior written consent.

FERPA permits the disclosure of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) from students’ education records, without consent of the parent or eligible student, if the disclosure meets certain conditions found in §99.31 of the FERPA regulations. Except for disclosures to school officials, disclosures related to some judicial orders or lawfully issued subpoenas, disclosures of directory information, and disclosures to the parent or eligible student, §99.32 of the FERPA regulations requires the school to record the disclosure. Parents and eligible students have a right to inspect and review the record of disclosures. A school may disclose PII from the education records of a student without obtaining prior written consent of the parents or the eligible student —

To other school officials, including teachers, within the educational agency or institution whom the school has determined to have legitimate educational interests. This includes contractors, consultants, volunteers, or other parties to whom the school has outsourced institutional services or functions, provided that the conditions listed in §99.31(a)(1)(i)(B)(1) - (a)(1)(i)(B)(2) are met. (§99.31(a)(1))

To officials of another school, school system, or institution of postsecondary education where the student seeks or intends to enroll, or where the student is already enrolled if the disclosure is for purposes related to the student’s enrollment or transfer, subject to the requirements of §99.34. (§99.31(a)(2))

To authorized representatives of the U. S. Comptroller General, the U. S. Attorney General, the U.S. Secretary of Education, or State and local educational authorities, such as the State educational agency in the parent or eligible student’s State (SEA). Disclosures under this provision may be made, subject to the requirements of §99.35, in connection with an audit or evaluation of Federal- or State-supported education programs, or for the enforcement of or compliance with Federal legal requirements that relate to those programs. These entities may make further disclosures of PII to outside entities that are designated by them as their authorized representatives to conduct any audit,

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evaluation, or enforcement or compliance activity on their behalf. (§§99.31(a)(3) and 99.35)

In connection with financial aid for which the student has applied or which the student has received, if the information is necessary to determine eligibility for the aid, determine the amount of the aid, determine the conditions of the aid, or enforce the terms and conditions of the aid. (§99.31(a)(4))

To State and local officials or authorities to whom information is specifically allowed to be reported or disclosed by a State statute that concerns the juvenile justice system and the system’s ability to effectively serve, prior to adjudication, the student whose records were released, subject to §99.38. (§99.31(a)(5))

To organizations conducting studies for, or on behalf of, the school, in order to: (a) develop, validate, or administer predictive tests; (b) administer student aid programs; or (c) improve instruction. (§99.31(a)(6))

To accrediting organizations to carry out their accrediting functions. (§99.31(a)(7))

To parents of an eligible student if the student is a dependent for IRS tax purposes. (§99.31(a)(8))

To comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued subpoena. (§99.31(a)(9)) To appropriate officials in connection with a health or safety emergency,

subject to §99.36. (§99.31(a)(10) Information the school has designated as “directory information” under §99.37.

(§99.31(a)(11))

Legacy Preparatory Academy’s full Data Governance Plan can be found at www.legacyprep.org.

LPA has designated the following information as directory information: · Student's name · Student address · Parent’s email · Telephone · Student photograph · Grade level· Participation in officially recognized activities and sports · Degrees, honors and awards received

If you do not want LPA to disclose directory information from your child’s education records without your prior written consent, you must notify LPA in writing by the first day your child physically attends school.

You may find a list of third party vendors which LPA may utilize at datagateway.schools.utah.gov/datadictionary/home

This list is not all inclusive. LPA reserves the right to add or change third party vendors throughout the year.

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FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions)Why are early out days on Wednesday and not another day of the week?

Early out days will allow our teachers the valuable time needed for meetings with other teachers to work collaboratively building lesson plans, reviewing student progress and creating timelines and calendars. Additionally, it gives teachers more time to correspond with parents. Having early out on Wednesday as opposed to a Friday will allow teachers to immediately implement needed student interventions as discussed at faculty meetings. LPA's goal, of course, is student achievement. Time dedicated to teacher collaboration will genuinely allow our teachers to excel and improve instruction time which in turn will lead to academic excellence for our students.

What are charter schools? Charter schools are independent public schools sponsored by the Utah State Office of Education. They operate on three basic principles:

• Accountability: Charter schools are judged on 1) how well they meet the student achievement goals established by their charter and 2) how well they manage the fiscal and operational responsibilities entrusted to them. If they fail to deliver, they are closed.

• Choice: Through increased involvement by parents, smaller school size, and a board governed by parents and educators, charter schools often better meet the needs of students.

• Autonomy: Charter schools are free from some traditional regulations that divert a school's energy and resources. This allows educators to focus more on setting and reaching high academic standards for their students.

Are charter schools subject to the same laws and regulations as other public schools? As a general rule, yes. Laws regarding religion in schools, school fees and tuition, health and safety, civil rights, annual reports, and most other matters are the same. Charter schools may only employ educators who hold valid teaching certificates and who meet State Board requirements.

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Do charter schools take money from public schools? Charter schools are public schools. If a child leaves a traditional public school for a charter school, the money follows that child. Just as state funds follow the child from a charter school to a traditional public school.

How are charter schools financed? As a public school, charter schools receive revenue per pupil according to state guidelines. A charter school may not charge tuition or require students or parents to make donations and is subject to the same rules regarding school fees as other public schools.

How do charter schools offer enhanced academic programs with the same (or fewer) resources than traditional public schools? Through the combined efforts, creativity, and hard work of dedicated parents, teachers, and administrators.

May a charter school limit its enrollment to certain students? No. A charter school is part of the public education system and is open to all students, without discrimination, on the same basis as other public schools. If the number of applicants exceeds the available capacity of the grade levels within the school, students will be selected at random by lottery. Enrollment preferences are extended to children of founders, staff and siblings of enrolled students.

LPA invites all members of the LPA community to assist in promoting and supporting the school’s mission. Each program at LPA is regularly evaluated in light of LPA’s Mission Statement, DRSLs, and School Guidelines. Feedback and input are always welcome as we work to refine our programs to better reflect our mission.

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