Zillah Intermediate School
2006 Parent-Student Handbook
Paula Dasso, Principal             Char Duncan, Secretary
303 Second Avenue ,
Zillah WA   98953
 
PHONE:  509-829-5555                              FAX: 509-829-3575
 
 
“WORKING TOGETHER FOR TEAM SUCCESS”
 
The Zillah Intermediate School and the Zillah School District #205 complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or handicap.  This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extra-curricular school activities.  Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX RCW 28A.85 Officer/Section 504 Coordinator: Mr. Kevin McKay, 1301 Cutler Way , Zillah , Wa . 98953-9119.
 
Zillah School District ’s Vision Statement: Educational Excellence for Everyone
                        Zillah Schools:  Together We Make A Difference
 
Desired Results for Student Learning:
Students will read with comprehension, write with skill, and communicate responsibly at an appropriate level in a variety of ways and settings.
 
Students will promote a safe environment for the individual while respecting themselves and others.
 
Students will display an awareness of cultural diversity and respect for themselves and others through an increased knowledge and use of interpersonal skills.
 
Students will develop a sense of self-worth by working to their highest levels of performance in order to become productive and responsible individuals in the community.
 
Students will become independent workers and see the importance of life-long learning through the application of academics, technology, problem-solving, and critical thinking.
 
 
SCHEDULE OF FEES
Breakfast…………………………………………                              $1.00
     Reduced Breakfast……………………………                                  .30
Lunches………………………………………….                                 1.65
     Reduced Lunches……………………………..                                  .40  
(Free- and Reduced-Meal Forms are available in the office)
Milk……………………………………………..                                   .25
Insurance-Medical and Dental……price varies per plan - inquire at the office
 
Additional Items:
ZIS Homework Planner…………………………                                $ 5.00
High School ASB (optional)……………………                                  $10.00
ZIS Yearbook (optional)………………………..                                $12.00
 
    Meal Program
Approximately 80% of our students eat school breakfasts or lunches every day.  Breakfast will be served before school beginning at 7:30 a.m.   All students must buy their meal and milk tickets in the office in the morning between 7:30 a.m. and 8:00 a.m.   This allows for an accurate lunch count to be taken and reduces the amount of time for accounting procedures.  A student cannot purchase meal/milk tickets during lunch time. 
 
We encourage students to buy monthly or weekly tickets instead of single daily tickets.  Charging is discouraged.  Students will be informed when only 2 tickets are remaining.  No pop is allowed in student lunches.  A juice machine is available for cold lunch students.  Hot lunch students may also buy juice BUT the student must take the milk provided with their school lunch.  This is required by law.  We request that students drink their milk first and then buy a juice if wanted.
 
 
GENERAL SCHOOL SUPPLIES
(Please be sure to label all items with child’s name)
1.      Crayons/Colored Pencils
2.      Three ring binder
3.      #2 pencils (several)
4.      Erasers
5.      Wide-ruled notebook paper
6.      Glue or glue stick
 
Some teacher’s may have a “special” school supply list.  This will be supplied to you during your students’ registration process.
 
 
ZILLAH INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL POLICIES
 
SCHOOL REGISTRATION
 
Provide the following information when coming to register a student:
1.      Child’s birth certificate
2.      Child’s social security number
3.      Name of family doctor
4.      Emergency telephone number(s)
5.      Physical home address and mailing address
6.      Information regarding monthly/weekly salary for free or reduced meal application
7.      Indicate health concerns on the registration form at the first of each year.  Be sure school personnel are aware that a health concern exists
8.      Immunization Records:  Washington State law requires proof that the child has completed or has begun to receive the following immunizations:     
DTP/DT/TDKindergarten; 4 doses provided the last is given on or after 4th birthday.
      Grades 1-12; 3 doses provided the last is given on or after 4th birthday.
POLIO----------Kindergarten-12th; 3 doses provided the last is given on or after 4th birthday.
MEASLES-----Kindergarten-2nd, 6th-12th; 2 doses, (the 2nd is MMR #2) given on or after
      12 months of age, and at least 28 days apart.  (Grades 3-5, 1 dose).
RUBELLA-----K-12; 1 dose (MMR #1) received on or after 12 months of age.
MUMPS--------K-12; 1 dose (MMR #1) received on or after 12 months of age.
HEPATITIS B-Kindergarten-5th, 3 doses.  This is a series of 3 shots that take 6 months to  
      complete.
 
 
STUDENT PHONE MESSAGES
 
Messages for students will be delivered to the classroom.  Students will not be called from class to answer the phone.
 
 
ATTENDANCE -  ABSENCES, TARDIES
 
Attendance at school is an essential indicator of student success.  When students are absent, they are required to bring a note from home that is signed and dated by the parent/guardian and explains the absence.  Any student who does not bring a note from home will receive after-school detention for each unexcused absence and for every 3 unexcused tardies. Upon returning to school, the child must get an admit slip from the office to be admitted to class.  The school will call home to verify absences whenever possible.  Parents are encouraged to call in advance when their children are home ill or must miss school for various reasons.  If a child becomes ill at school, the school nurse will be contacted and a call will be placed to your home or place of employment.
 
State laws require compulsory attendance.  Truancy (2 unexcused absences in a month) or excessive tardies (often late to class) will be handled as discipline matter.  For excessive unexcused absences, (5 unexcused absences in one school year) the proper authorities will be contacted.  Only illness, doctor appointments, and emergencies are recognized by law as absences.
 
No student should arrive late at school.  Please ensure that your child is taught promptness in arrivals.  If your child must be excused during the school day, please send a note of explanation to the office.  The teacher will be notified.  When you come to pick up your child early, please check in at the office.  Do not go directly to the classroom.  All visitors must check at the office.
 
 
BICYCLES
 
Bicycles may be ridden to and from school only if the student follows these guidelines:
1.      Upon arriving at the school campus, the student must get off and walk the bicycle to the bike rack.
2.      After school, the student must wait until the buses have left, then walk the bike to the edge of the campus before getting on the bike.
3.      Each bike must be labeled with the students’ name and the student should have a bike lock.  The school cannot be responsible for the improper storage of the bike.
 
 
SKATEBOARDS
 
Student’s will NOT BE ALLOWED to bring/have skateboards on the campuses of the Zillah School District at any time.  This means NO SKATEBOARDS on campus before, during or after school, evenings weekends, or during the summer.
 
 
BOOKS/LIBRARY USAGE
 
The library is a valuable resource for all students.  Students are expected to observe all library rules.  Students will receive instruction in library skills and be allowed to check out books.  Fines will be assessed if the child fails to take care of the books.  Textbooks are provided for by the school and are issued to your child by the teacher.  Students need
to assume responsibility for the books.  Loss or damage of a text will result in the assessment of a fee sufficient for the book’s repair or replacement.
 
FIRE DRILLS/LOCKDOWNS
 
Monthly fire drills and/or lockdowns will be held for safety reasons.  Students are to follow all directions of their teacher and clear the building immediately.  When outside, students are to remain clear of the building with their teachers until summoned to return to the building.  These procedures will be reviewed with the students by their instructors.
 
 
HEALTH/SCHOOL NURSE
 
The nurse will assist the teacher in health evaluations of each student.  Periodic vision and hearing screenings are a part of this evaluation.  Parents are notified of test results only when a recommendation is to be made.  Good food, proper clothing and adequate sleep are necessary for good student heath and are directly related to the learning process.  If you suspect that your child is ill and question whether or not to send him/her to school, please keep him/her home.  It is extremely important for parents to indicate health concerns on the registration form at the beginning of each year.  Also, be sure that school personnel are aware that a health concern exists.
 
 
HOMEWORK/MAKE-UP WORK
 
It is beneficial for each student to spend time each evening with a parent reading or completing homework sent by the teacher.  The purpose of homework is to (1) practice and refine skills so that mastery is achieved, (2) prepare students for the next day, (3) extend assignments and apply learning to a new situation and (4) develop accountability.
Make-up work is assigned for students who have missed assignments due to absence.  A student is expected to complete all work missed.  Parents are encouraged to call for assignments if the child is home.  If a pre-arranged absence is necessary, please get the child’s classwork prior to leaving.  Only request homework if student is planning to be gone for more than one day.
 
 
MEDICATIONS
 
Zillah School District follows the RCW 28A.210.260-270 law regarding medications to be administered at school.  The statute provides for an employee designated by the district or school nurse to administer medications to students.  The school must have a written, current, unexpired request from a licensed physician or dentist and a written, current, and unexpired request from a parent or guardian to administer the medication.  If the medication or dosage is changed, a new written order must be obtained from the
prescribing physician or dentist.  School staff may not accept a verbal medication order from a prescriber or parent – only the school nurse can take those orders.  Although schools may administer medications obtained without a doctor’s prescription, they may do so only on a doctor’s written order.  This includes non-prescription drugs.  Medication can only be administered by the school nurse or designated personnel.  All medication
must be brought to the office.  This includes inhalers and non-prescription medications such as aspirin, vitamins, cough syrup, cold medicines, or nasal sprays.  Parents will need to complete the “Parent’s Request for Administering Medication at School” Form.  The medication must be in the original container and labeled with the student’s name, description and dosage.  When administered, a medication log or record which contains all of the information will be kept.  Please direct any questions to the school nurse.
 
 
PARKING
 
Visitor’s parking is provided in front of the school between the hours of 8:15-2:15 .  Please follow the bus zone rules carefully so that you do not receive a parking violation. 
Staff parking is across the street from the school in front of the bus garage.  Do not use the staff parking area as a pick-up place for students.
 
 
STUDENT GROOMING AND DRESS
 
Students’ appearance affects the way others respond to them.  While the matter of dress should remain the primary concern of students in consultation with their parents, the school district believes dress and appearance should be regulated when there is reasonable expectation that the student’s dress of appearance:
 
 
1.                  Presents a health or safety hazard
2.                  Can result in damage to school property, or
3.                  Creates material or substantial disruption of the educational process
at school.
 
 
STUDENT DRESS CODE
 
The following types of clothing, personal items, and/or appearance will not be allowed to be worn or displayed during school, after or before school, or at any school sponsored event:
1.                  Clothing that advertises drugs, alcohol, tobacco products, or use profanity.
2.                  Sexually suggestive or supportive clothing including halter tops, blouses or t-shirt tops that reveal a students’ chest or cleavage or a female students’ bosom or midriff.
3.                  Clothing or personal possessions that contain gang-related symbols or writing such as nicknames, “in memory of”, or “smile now, cry later” logos.
4.                  Tattoos or markings deemed as or suspected to be gang-related as well as inappropriate words or sexual references.
5.                  Items like haircuts, bandanas, headbands, or belts and belt buckles believed to be related to gangs.
6.                  Belts that hang mid-thigh or below the mid-thigh; unfastened suspenders.
7.                  Oversized or excessively baggy clothing like pants, shorts, or shirts that sag or slouch.
8.                  Pants or shorts worn below the waist line or that show the student’s underwear.
9.                  Pants whose pant legs hang below the heel of the student’s shoes.  Shoes need to be worn at all times.
10.              Any other clothing item or personal property deemed as disruptive and unsafe by the administrator or his/her representative.
 
 
STUDENT DRESS/DISCIPLINE
 
If the student’s dress or grooming violates the above code, the administrator or his/her designee will request the student make the appropriate corrections.  If the student refuses, the administrator or his/her designee should notify the parent and request that the student make the necessary correction.  If both the parent and student refuse to make the correction, the administrator or his/her designee shall take the appropriate corrective action including suspension, removal, or exclusion from school and/or extracurricular activity for the period of time determined by the administrator.  All students shall be accorded for the period of time determined by the administrator.  All students shall be accorded due process safeguards before any corrective action may be taken.
 
 
USE OF THE TELEPHONE
 
Students are not to use the phones in the office unless permission is granted for an emergency.  Students should not be calling for “forgotten” schoolwork or lunch money.  CELL PHONES are not permitted on school grounds or any electronic games/devices.
 
 
VISITORS
 
Only students registered at Zillah Intermediate School are allowed to attend.  No students are allowed to bring a friend to visit for the day.  All visitors must report to the office.
 
 
STUDENT/PARENT ACTIVITIES
 
ASSEMBLIES
 
General school assemblies are held several times during the year.  Students are expected to conduct themselves in a respectful and attentive manner.  Any student not displaying proper behavior will be immediately removed and disciplined accordingly.
 
 
FIELD TRIPS
 
Field trips are considered valuable additions to our regular curriculum.  These trips enhance the educational experience for all students.  We ask that students have a signed permission slip on file in the office to attend the various field trips.  Teachers may also
require students to bring a signed permission slip for specific classroom trips which will advise you as to the date, time, place, and nature of each outing.  Students are expected to follow all school rules and proudly represent their school.
 
 
FUNDRAISER
 
The purpose of our fundraiser is to raise money for the student body in order to operate extra activities that are valuable for the students.  The money is spent on things such as assemblies, the Pacific Science Center Vans, honor roll pins, bumper stickers, student of the week pins, playground equipment and special treats that the students earn.
 
 
OPEN HOUSE
 
Open House is held in August.  This gives your child the opportunity to meet his/her teacher and classroom.  This is not a time to discuss a child’s progress, but rather a time to learn about the teacher’s expectations and school program.  Open House this year is scheduled for August 22nd from 6:00-7:00 p.m.   Please feel free to bring your student’s school supplies in at this time.
 
 
ZILLAH PARENTS’ ASSOCIATION
 
This non-profit organization promotes communication between the home and the school.  The members consist of parent/guardians, faculty and administrators of the school.  The group helps to support existing programs, initiate new programs and provide tools, equipment, technology, playground toys, and other items.  Dates of the meeting will be announced.  Please consider getting involved with this organization.
 
 
SCHOOL PICTURES
 
Both individual and class pictures will be taken during the year. Specific dates and times will be sent home with the students during the school year.  Picture Day is scheduled for Thursday, September 29, 2005 and retakes are scheduled for Friday, October 28, 2005 .
 
 
 
 
 
VOLUNTEER HELPERS
 
Volunteers increase the effectiveness of individual student learning.  If you plan to attend a field trip or be a helper in the classroom, you need to have completed the State Patrol form prior to helping in the school.  Areas of assistance are often needed for (1) clerical help in the classroom, (2) assistance in reading or math groups, (3) individual drill on flash and vocabulary cards, (4) supervision of seat work, (5) assistance with art projects, and (6) Schoolwide and Title 1 tutors in a tutorial program.
 
 
 
SCHOOL CONDUCT, RULES AND DISCIPLINE POLICIES
 
CLOSED CAMPUS
 
Zillah Intermediate School is a closed campus.  Leaving campus during the school day is prohibited.  Release of students during the school day will only be made by parental request.
 
 
GENERAL RULES OF CONDUCT  (part of the school-wide discipline policy)
 
1.      Act in a safe and healthy way
a.       Use furniture and playground equipment properly
b.      Walk (do not run) in the building
c.       Follow bus and playground rules
d.      Keep hands and feet to yourself
2.      Treat all property with respect
a.       Take care of text and library books, furniture and the bathrooms
b.      Use the property of others ONLY with their permission
3.      Respect the rights and needs of others
a.      Show courtesy toward others
b.      Cooperate to help others learn
c.       Use appropriate language
d.      Feel good about yourself
e.      Work without disruption
4.      Take responsibility for learning
a.       Strive for excellence
b.      Work hard to do your best
c.       Come to school prepared to learn
d.      Be a good listener
e.      Do your homework
f.        Keep track of your materials
g.      Set a good example for others
 
Rules will be discussed with all students throughout the school year.  They will also be posted in designated areas.
            Students are expected to refrain from:
1.      Fighting or piling on others
2.      Putting their hands on other students or other student’s property
3.      Use of profanity
4.      Chewing gum
5.      Use of tobacco or tobacco products
6.      Possession of alcohol or illegal drugs
7.      Vandalism
8.      Possession of a weapon or dangerous object
9.      Selling of personal items at school
10.  Harassing other students
11.  Wearing or exhibiting gang behavior, language, or writings
12.  Electronic devices – pagers, cell phones, game boys, CD players, etc. will not  be allowed at school.  Anything that hinders the educational process is not tolerated.
 
 
BUS BEHAVIOR
 
Students are required to follow the bus rules for safety and operation whenever riding school district buses.  The drivers communicate these rules to all students.  The rules and regulations apply at all times.  Bus routes are available at the office.
 
The students will be expected to ride the assigned bus at all times unless a parental request in writing has been given to the office.  A signed notice will then be given to the student for the bus driver.  A bus student will only be allowed to walk home if written
authorization from the parent is received.  No student is to ride a bus with a friend unless this has been cleared through the office. Students who misbehave will be issued a bus citation by the driver.  The principal will then take the following action:
 
   1st Citation – Counsel with the child, send the citation for a parental signature.  This citation must be returned to the bus driver prior to the student getting on the bus.
   2nd Citation – Counsel with the child, parent will be called if possible, send the citation for a parental signature.  This citation must be returned to the bus driver prior to the student getting on the bus.  Possible removal from the bus for up to 3 days may occur.
   3rd Citation – Counsel with the child, parents will be called if possible, send the citation for a parental signature.  This citation must be returned to the bus driver prior to the student getting on the bus.  Removal from the bus for up to 5 days will result.
   4th Citation – Counsel with the child, parent will be called if possible, send the letter for a parental signature.  This letter must be returned to the office.  The child may not be allowed to ride the bus for up to 10 days.
   5th Citation - Student will not be allowed to ride the bus until a conference is held with the transportation manager.
 
 
DISCIPLINE
 
All discipline (classroom, playground, bus, cafeteria) will be dealt with in a fair, firm, and consistent manner, while considering the difference in circumstances and situations.  The following procedures may include:
 
1.      Student/teacher contact to discuss the problem
2.      Classroom discipline using the discipline plan
3.      Classroom discipline and parental contact
4.      Office referral which may include student/teacher/principal conference
5.      Parental conference
6.      Detention/suspension (short term: in-house or out-of-school suspension)
7.      Long term suspension
8.      Recommendation for expulsion
 
 
Appeal Process for Disciplinary Action
 
Any parent or student who is aggrieved by the imposition of discipline shall have the right to an informal conference with the principal for the purpose of resolving the grievance.  At such conference the student and parent shall be subject to questioning by the principal and shall be entitled to question staff involved in the matter being grieved.
 
 
SEXUAL HARASSMENT
 
All students at Zillah Intermediate School have a right to attend school and not be bothered or hurt by unwanted sexual comments and/or actions of others.  Inappropriate language, gestures of a sexual nature, and/or touching other students improperly will not be tolerated.
 
If you experience such behaviors as listed above, immediately tell the person to stop and/or inform a teacher or other trusted adult about what occurred.  Respect must be shown to everyone in our school.
 
 
DRUG-FREE SCHOOLS
 
The Zillah School District recognizes that the abuse of alcohol, and the use and abuse of controlled illegal, addictive, or harmful substances including anabolic steroids is a societal problem and may represent an impairment to the normal development, well-being, and academic performance of students and/or staff.  Consequently, they have adopted a policy which states that possession, manufacture, sale, use or delivery of alcoholic beverages or controlled substances by students or staff in school or at school sponsored events is expressly forbidden.
 
 
DISCIPLINARY GUIDELINES TO SUPPORT THIS POLICY INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING FOR THOSE STUDENTS IN POSSESSION AND USE, AND/OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE:
 
            First Offense:  15 days suspension.  The building principal may hold suspensions to 5 days provided the student meets the expectations of the reinstatement conference held as soon as possible after the infraction.
 
            Second Offense:  A recommendation for expulsion will be made to the Board of Directors.  Expulsion may be held in abeyance if the student follows the recommendations of the Core Team.  A drug or alcohol assessment will be required.
 
 
 
DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS FOR THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES OR CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES IS AS FOLLOWS:
 
            First Offense:  A recommendation for expulsion will be made to the Board of Directors.  Primary responsibility for program operations and interpretation of district policy will be in the hands of each building principal.
 
Assessment indicating the scope and nature of the substance abuse issues for referred students and subsequent recommendations for students and families are encouraged.  Principals, Core Team members and counselors are available to assist in a proactive and totally confidential manner in this process.
 
Students or parents not wishing to cooperate in making the needed moves to attain assistance for substance abuse issues, may be cause for re-evaluation of the student’s status in school.  This re-evaluation will take into account the best interests of the student, nature of the problem, health, safety, welfare, educational opportunity and rights of other students and staff. The counselor may be reached at 829-5555 at Zillah Intermediate School. Additional information for counseling and rehabilitation services are available.
 
 
FIREARMS ON CAMPUS
 
Firearms of any kind are NOT allowed on campus at Zillah Intermediate School.  One year expulsion will be levied against any student who is caught with a firearm at school.
 
GRADE REPORTING/CONFERENCES
PROMOTION AND RETENTION
 
STANDARDIZED TESTS
 
Our 4th grade students take the Washington Assessment of Student Learning in April.  Results of this test will help teachers determine areas of strengths and weaknesses.  Results of the tests are kept in the student’s record file and are also shared with the parents.  During the testing times please do the following:
 
1.      Ensure that your child arrives at school on time.
2.      Help your child get a good night’s rest and eat breakfast before school.
3.      Express confidence in your child’s ability to do well.
4.      Help create a stress-free, relaxed environment.
5.      Begin the day on a happy note by having all school materials ready so that there is no confusion in the morning.
 
 
PARENT CONFERENCES
 
Conferences between the parent and teacher occur in October and March.  Your participation with your child’s teacher gives an opportunity to express concerns, highlight
strengths and weaknesses, and brainstorm for student success.  The goal is to help your child get the best education possible.  Guidelines for preparing for conferences:
 
1.      Jot down questions you would like to ask the teacher.
2.      Ask your child if there is anything you should discuss with the teacher.
3.      Be ready and willing to answer questions about your child’s health, family life, homework habits, problems or feelings about school.  These questions will help the teacher work with your child in a more effective way.
4.      Find out how you can help meet your child’s special needs at home.
5.      Be on time and conclude the conference on time.
6.      Deal with facts, not rumors.
7.      Follow up with suggestions made at the conference.
8.      Relax - you and the teacher are striving for the same positive results for your child.
 
REPORT CARDS
 
Report Cards are prepared at the end of each 12-week period and will be given to 4th, 5th and 6th grade parents.  Daily/weekly work and tests are sent home with the child.  Call the teacher if your student is not bringing home his/her work or if you have any concerns about your child’s progress.
 
Grading Terms for 2005-06
 
TERM 1          August 24-November 22 – report cards are due to parents on December 9
TERM 2          November 29-March 7 – report cards are due to parents on March 10
TERM 3          March 9-June 8 – report cards are due to parents on June 8
 
Grading Scale
 
94-100                         A
93-90                             A-
89-87                             B+
86-83                             B
82-80                             B-
79-77                             C+
76-73                             C
72-70                             C-
69-67                             D+
66-65                             D
62 & Below     F
 
 
PROMOTION/RETENTION
 
After the March conference, a recommendation for retention will be made by the teacher or parent if the student is failing to meet the requirements for promotion.  The teacher and parent will monitor the progress of the student throughout the next grading period.  At
this time, a recommendation will be made to the principal regarding retention or promotion.  If the parent disagrees with a decision to retain the student, an appeal may be made to the principal.  Students will be promoted if they have met all requirements for that particular grade level.
 
SPECIAL PROGRAMS/SERVICES
 
Gifted Activities
 
Our school contains a diverse population of students and every effort will be made to teach each student at his or her own level.  Every year a list of gifted students will be compiled.  These gifted students will be invited to participate in gifted activities throughout the school year.  Parent notification and permission to participate in gifted activities will be sent home.  Specific dates and times of activities will also be sent home with the students during the school year.
 
 
Schoolwide Title 1 – LAP-Learning Assistance Program
 
All students are eligible for assistance with learning through our Schoolwide Title 1 Program.  Classroom teachers group students with a Title 1 Parapro for extra assistance in Math or Reading.  The parapro’s are working under the direction of the classroom teachers, following the teachers’ lesson plans.  If students are still having difficulty, then students may be referred to the Title 1 Teacher for testing and/or further assistance.  Extra help from the Title 1 Teacher would be on a pull-out basis.
 
 
Language Assessment Scales (LAS)
 
The LAS test, which takes about 20 minutes, is administered to each child individually.  The results of the test are used to place students in special programs which will help them develop their English and Language skills.
 
 
Migrant Education Program – Certificate of Eligibility (COE)
 
This program was created by Congress in 1966 to assist the migrant students who were among the most educationally disadvantaged students in the nation.  The Migrant Education Program provides for extra academic assistance and support in resource rooms for students who qualify.  The COE form needs to be filled out with the assistance of the Migrant Home Visitor at registration time.  This program is for students whose families are migratory agricultural workers.
 
 
Bilingual Program
 
This program is for students who need assistance in English oral language and reading skills.  Students who score three or below on a scale of five on the LAS test will qualify.  This is a supplemental program to the daily reading instruction in the regular classroom.  The goal of the program is to help students obtain English language and reading comprehension skills so that transition into the regular classroom can be accomplished.
Special Education
 
All children are special, unique individuals.  Some children have handicapping conditions which could be physical, mental, emotional, or a combination of these.  By law, these students have a right to a “free and appropriate education”.  The following steps are used to qualify a student for this program:
 
1.      Referral – a focus of concern indicates the need for an evaluation.  This focus can be made by a parent, teacher, or other persons who have contact with the child.
 
2.      Assessment – done by the school psychologist to determine if a handicap exists and the extent of this handicap.  A re-assessment is done every three years.  Various testing procedures are used which are non-discriminatory and are in the child’s native language.  A team consisting of the teacher, psychologist, administrator, and others (speech therapist, school nurse, counselor) review the testing results.
3.      Individual Education Program (IEP) – a plan which is developed by the special education teacher, regular classroom teacher, administrator and parent.  The IEP is reviewed annually by the IEP team.  This IEP determines the child’s placement in the school.
4.      Placement – in the least restrictive environment for the child as determined by the IEP.
 
 
  Listed below are the hours for each school in the district.
 
                                                                        Begins             Dismisses
Hilton Elementary School                        8:05                   2:25
Zillah Intermediate School                       8:00                   2:35
Zillah Middle School                               7:45                   2:30
Zillah High School                                   7:30                   2:30