ELLERSLIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Code Of Conduct

Dress Code:

Home and School in conjunction with the school parents and staff have adopted a student dress code for Ellerslie Elementary. Most students are dressing appropriately and need have no concern. The following are the guidelines to follow:

Any clothing that might be considered offensive (example: racial, sexual or profane) will not be permitted.

Clothing must meet front and back / top and bottom. (example: no bare midriffs, or backs showing, pants and tops to meet at waist.

Pants - not to be dragging on the floor - shoes in contact with the floor.

Shorts/dress - length must be at fingertips when arms are at your side.

Tops must have two arms and straps that are not of the "spaghetti" type.

Necklines are not to be revealing.

Backs and shoulders are to be covered (In addition to the above, any other clothing that may be considered inappropriate will be addressed on an individual basis).

Students are expected to be at school 8:50 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each and every day there are classes. When students are absent parents are asked to contact the teacher by 8:30 a.m. or send a note with the student the next day. If students arrive late they MUST sign in at the office before going to class and if they are leaving prior to 3:00 p.m. parents are asked to sign student(s) out at the office.

All students (Grade 1-6) will have homework. The time will vary depending on the grade and the students abilities. (Please contact your child's teacher for the particulars). All students are expected to be prepared for class by having pencil(s), eraser, scribbler(s), books, assignments, homework completed, etc, in class each day. Here are some ways in which you can help support your child:

2. Give your child much encouragement and praise.

3. Help your child study spellings on a weekly basis.

4. Encourage your child to re-read and review written work.

5. Set a time for homework in a quiet place.

6. To help your child improve in comprehension, allow your child to read silently and then discuss the story together.

7. Have frequent drills on basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, etc.

8. Share reading with your child.

9. See that your child gets sufficient rest.

10. Let your child know that he/she is worthwhile, is loved, and is special 11. Encourage your child to eat breakfast and pack a "healthy" lunch.

12. Questions: Please call your child's teacher.

Field Trips:

Some field trips will involve all students Grades 1-6. Others may only involve certain grades or only one class; regardless of who attends students will need to have a signed permission form returned to their teacher before they are allowed to travel on the bus or leave school property. No form, student will not leave the school property. NO last minute call to parents for permission. *SIGNED FORM IS REQUIRED.

These activities are after the school day and the coaches/instructors (usually teachers) are volunteering their time to provide these activities for the students. With this is mind, it is important for students to follow the expectations set by the coach/instructor and attend all practices, games, concerts, etc. When a student is selected for an extra curricular event, they must be committed to the entire schedule. Students not in school the day of the event would not participate in that event. Students who place for a Provincial event or Community event must attend or they may not be permitted to participate in other sport/music events for the remainder of the school year. (School t-shirt and music instrument) must be returned in the condition it was received or pay replacement cost). The June report card will not be given to the student until item is returned or replacement cost received.

*Please note: Students who are not on school team(s) are not to stay after school to watch practice/game. Must have parent in attendance as coach is responsible for team only.

Locks-  All students in Grades 4, 5, 6 should have a combination lock on their gym locker.  These locks will be available from the school.

Guidance:

      Many students benefit from the opportunity to discuss matters related to academic work, peer relationships, personal challenges and changes in home environments. While many of the concerns students are dealing with can be managed at the school level through individual, small group or classroom interventions, it may be necessary to work with families in pursuing a referral to other agencies for the supportive services required. As much as possible I strive to keep parents and guardians updated if I continue to work with a student over a period of time. I work closely with school administrators who keep me informed about students whom they, parents, guardians or teachers wish me to see.

         I welcome contact from families as I believe that collaboration between home and school is a vital component in promoting children's academic, social, emotional, and physical well-being. If I am not able to communicate with you when you call or drop by, I will respond to any messages as promptly as possible. I feel very privileged to assume the role of counselor and I believe strongly in the importance of respecting the unique qualities and circumstances of each student.

Library:

The library is used by all students and staff and is very important that any book(s) signed out are returned by the due date. Students will be responsible to pay for any book(s) not returned, lost or damaged by them. June Report Card will NOT be given to the student until the text book/school material has been returned or the student pays the replacement cost.

Students will be given text books and other materials to use during the year and they are responsible to return each book/item in the condition they received them in or they must pay to replace them. All these materials are provided through PLMDC (Department of Education in Charlottetown) and no replacement are given until the cost of replacement is received. June report card will NOT be given to the student until the text book/school material has been returned or the student pays the replacement cost.

Reading Recovery is available to grade 1 students who are six years and older. It is a 20 week program designed to help students who have difficulty with the grade 1 curriculum. There are only 4 positions available with one teacher. Each child is taken individually for ½ hour a day to work on both reading and writing (story composition). The intent of the program is early recognition of academic difficulties and early intervention. Parent commitment is critical for success of the grade 1 student.

Fire Drills:

We have five (5) general fire drills each year and teachers do five (5) informal drills each year. This gives students an opportunity for ten (10) fire drill experiences each year. (Our local Fire Department also does an annual visit and participates in at least one of the school fire drills).

*It is important for students to have footwear on at all time.

Lockdowns -  For added school safety,  the students have been instructed on school lockdown procedures.  Students will practice these procedures twice during the year.

Students have lots of room to run and play. Grades 1,2,3, are on the east side of the school with a soccer field, basketball nets, swings, sandbox and playground equipment for recess and noon activities. Students in Grades 4,5,6 have soccer field, ball diamond, basketball court, swings, and organized games for noon.

(* Grades 1-6 also have Krazy Karpets provided during the winter months for sliding.)

All  Teachers   have  web pages with  information for students and parents convenience.  These may include assignments, spellings lists, stories,  helpful websits etc.  On the school homepage,  go to the staff icon , click, and then click on the Teachers name to access these sites.

Items available at recess time on Tuesdays:  ice cream $1.00,   frozen Yogurt Tube 50 cents  and apples $0.25    

   Wednesday is pizza day $1.25 per slice. Teachers collect the orders in the morning for noontime delivery.   

    Thursday is sub day.  Orders for subs must be placed  with each homeroom teacher by Wednesday morning for Thursday delivery.  Prices range from $3.25  to $4.00.  Each order must be in exact change!!   

Friday is garlic finger day $1.25 per slice.  Teachers collect the orders in the morning for noontime delivery.  -

Monday- Friday milk is available for students - white milk 45 cents     ( $2.25 per week) and chocolate milk 75 cents( $3.75). Parents are asked to order and pay for the week's milk on Monday, if possible. Check the bottom of the monthly calendar for milk costs for each month.  The student milk order is required on Monday to ensure ADL delivers the milk required by the students.  

Computer Permission Forms:  In order to use the computers at  our  school,  a consent form must be completed and returned to the homeroom teacher.  For  grades 1-3 the parent must sign  Grades 4-6 each student and parent must sign. Please discuss proper use of the computers with your child.   

Map Of the School With Fire Exits are posted in  various locations  throughout the school.

Map of School Safe Rooms  are posted in key locations throughout the school.

All students Grades 1-6 will have physical education three times in a six day cycle. All students are asked to have sneakers (no soles that mark). Grades 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6 need t-shirts and shorts to change into for Physical Education class. Students are asked not to take, use or hide t-shirts and shorts that do not belong to them.

After School/Evening Activities:

Students are reminded to be respectful of other student's and teacher's personal belongings and classroom materials. All outside footwear is to be removed at the front doors. You are reminded to go directly to the area for the activity and do not interfere with the custodian's work.

With students having severe allergies, we ask that you do not bring food with nuts/peanut butter to school during school 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or when attending evening activities. This involves student lunches/snacks and treats parents bring to the classroom.  

Brady John - Grade 5B / Gym

Brennan Karen  Grade 2B and music

Boute  Jenny  Grade 1A Sept, Oct

Cameron Corinne - Grade 3A

Campbell Keith - bus driver

Cann Janet - Grade 1B

Collicutt Sharon - Grade 1A  Nov- June

Cormier Amber -  resource/ literacy

Cormier  Jason - Principal, French and Grade 5B  

Cotton Una - Administrative Assistant

Craig Nancy - Educational Assistant

Doran Janet - Grade 2A

Gamble Michelle - Educational Assistant

Gillis Warren - Bus Driver

Grigg Ashley -  resource/ Grade 5 science

Hansen Barb - Resource / Reading Recovery

Herget, Rory - Guidance Counsellor

Hutchinson Darcy - Educational Assistant

Hutchinson Myron - Bus driver

Ketsman  Sarah  -  Reading Recovery am./  Grade 2B pm.

Kirkham Dwight - Vice Principal, Grade 4A

Leclair  Jennifer -  Educational Assistant

MacDonald Michelle -  Intensive French Grade 6A

MacLeod Carl -  Day Custodian

Newcombe Barb - Grade 6B

Noye Myles - Bus driver

Palmer Lowell -  Bus driver

Rafferty Susan -  Night Custodian

Robinson Greg - Grade 5A, Core French