Ms. Mary L. Boylan

Principal 

Mr. Michael Pascento 

Assistant Principal

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Teacher	Subject
Mrs. McEvoy	6th grade Language Arts
Mrs. Corso	6th and 7th grade Science
Mrs. Carlson	6th grade Social Studies
Mrs. Krieg	6th grade Information and Technology Literacy
Mrs. Shook	6th, 7th and 8th grade Math
Mrs. Doscher	6th, 7th and 8th grade Spanish
Mrs. Baird	7th grade Language Arts
Mrs. Paoli	7th and 8th grade Social Studies
Mrs. King	7th and 8th grade Math
Mrs. Barry	8th grade Language Arts
Mr. Luchsinger	8th grade Science and 6th-8th Technology
Specials
Mrs. Howard	Music
Mrs. Hamilton	Art
Mrs. Reidy / Mr. Truchsess	Physical Education

 

 

 

Community Involvement

At the Middle School, teachers specialize in specific content areas along with presenting inter-disciplinary units throughout the school year. Students are given the opportunity to grow through a variety of educational settings and from experience with the different techniques of the staff. The grade six through eight curriculum includes exposure to reading, grammar, literature, writing, spelling, Spanish (7th and 8th only), science, social studies and mathematics (also, algebra and pre-algebra).

The report cards for grades 6-8 will be graded on a letter system basis. All major subject areas including art, computers, music and physical education will be graded A, B, C, etc. The code for letter grades is:

 

A+	97-100		C+	77-79
A	93-96		C	73-76
A-	90-92		C-	70-72
B+	87-89		D+	67-69
B	83-86		D	63-66
B-	80-82		D-	60-62
			F	Below 60

Honor Roll

The Sherman School criteria for Honor Roll in grades seven and eight are as follows:

Honor Roll	Average
Highest Honors	93 - 100
High Honors	90 - 92
Honors	83 - 89

(with no 4's in effort)

 

 

 

 

 

EXTRA HELP: Students may always seek extra help from their teachers if they do not understand the work, if the work is difficult, or if they have been absent and missed assignments and class discussions. The best procedure is to contact the teacher directly to set up a specific time.

INTERIM PROGRESS REPORTS: At the halfway point of each marking period, progress reports will be mailed home for the sixth, seventh and eighth graders.

DISCIPLINE: It is impossible for teaching and learning to take place in a classroom unless good order is maintained. Students must adhere to a code of good behavior, not only for their benefit, but for the benefit of others as well.

GUM CHEWING; Gum chewing is not allowed in the Sherman School. Disciplinary action will result for students who insist on chewing gum in school.

ARTICLES PROHIBITED IN SCHOOL: Students are not to bring any articles, illegal substances or equipment which interfere with the learning process or are hazards to the safety of themselves or others.

LOCKERS: It is expected that lockers will be kept neat and orderly. School authorities may search a student's locker and seize any illegal materials. When a student's locker is to be searched, the student will be notified and given the opportunity to be present during the search.

HALLWAY COURTESY: In order to maintain a smooth traffic flow in the corridors and on the stairs students shall be expected to:

1. Keep corridors open to traffic by walking to the right and not block traffic by standing or walking in groups.

2. Pass through the corridors quietly.

3. Keep our school clean by picking up paper from the floor and discarding trash into wastebaskets.

4. Enter and leave the building at appropriate times.

STUDENT COUNCIL: The purpose of the Student Council is to provide a forum for the exchange of ideas and issues. Representatives are elected from the homerooms in grades six through eight. Elections are held for the position of President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer.

ATTENDANCE AND BEHAVIOR AT SCHOOL FUNCTIONS: Student behavior at school sponsored functions, both off and on school grounds, shall reflect the high standards of behavior and respect for property and the rights of others as fostered at home and the Sherman School. Behavior by students or others which is contrary to the above statement will lead to immediate removal from the premises or will mean a loss of privileges for future activities.

ILLICIT DRUGS AND UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF ALCOHOL BY STUDENTS: The possession and use of illicit drugs, controlled substances, and alcohol by any student is a clear violation of state, local, and federal law. Violation of the law by any student will lead to immediate suspension from school and loss of all school activities. Parents will be notified of such an action by their child and referred to the appropriate agencies for support.

SUSPENSION AND EXCLUSION: The Sherman Board of Education Policy #5401 delineates in detail the grounds and procedures for suspension, expulsion, and exclusion, which can take place for one or more of the following reasons.

1. Conduct which endangers persons or property or is seriously disruptive of the educational process.

Included within such prohibited conduct are the following acts:

a) Conduct causing a threat of danger to the physical well-being of the pupil or others;

b) Physical assault on another person on school premises or buses;

c) Taking, or attempting to take, personal property or money from another pupil, or from the presence of another pupil, by means of force or fear;

d) Willfully causing, or attempting to cause, substantial damage to school property;

e) Participation in an unauthorized occupancy of any part of any school or school premises or other building owned by the school district, and failure to leave such school premises or other facility promptly after having been directed to do so by the administrator or other person then in charge of such building or facility;

f) Possession, transmittal, or use of alcoholic beverages or evidence of intoxication in school buildings or on school grounds or in any school conveyance at any time;

g) Possession, transmittal, or use of controlled drugs or evidence of being under the influence of such drugs in school buildings or on school grounds or in any school conveyance at any time.

h) Possession of objects which could be of danger to the pupil or others;

 

2. Open defiance of authority of any teacher or person having authority over the pupil, including verbal abuse;

3. Repeated unauthorized absence from school or class;

4. Intentional and successful incitement of truancy of other pupils; and

5. Conduct which violates a publicized policy of the Board of Education.

 

Dress Code

 

Administrative Regulations

The Board of Education encourages students to dress in clothing appropriate to the school situation. The dress and grooming of students is primarily the responsibility of the parents or guardians. Students' overall appearance should fall within the accepted definitions of neatness and cleanliness. Generally, the students are expected to dress and groom themselves in an appropriate manner so as to neither distract other students or teachers, interfere with the education process, or pose a health or safety risk to anyone.

The following are not suitable or in good taste and should not be part of a student's attire:

1. Clothing which is soiled with grease, oil, paint, or dirt.

2. Articles having indecent or inflammatory writing, pictures, slogans or displaying alcohol or other illegal substances.

3. An article of clothing that could cause damage to other students or property (chains, cleats, studded accessories or belts, wristbands, etc.).

4. Clothing that is torn, ragged, or that has holes.

5. Bare feet.

6. Shorts and skirts that are not of appropriate length; halter tops, tube tops, short shorts, plunging necklines, spaghetti straps, or revealing clothing. Midriffs should not be exposed.

7. Underclothing worn as outerwear; no undergarments or parts thereof exposed.

8. See-through clothing.

9. Clothing or accessories that symbolize membership in a group which could be construed as disruptive to the educational process.

10. An article of clothing that covers any part of the face or head, including hats, bandannas and all other types of head coverings, except those worn for established religious customs.

11. All non-prescription eyewear.

12. The wearing or carrying of any non-medically prescribed or non-court ordered electronic device. This includes, but is not limited to, radios, beepers, and cell phones.

The above list is not all inclusive.

Students wearing inappropriate attire will be advised of the adjustments that must be made. If the student fails to make the necessary changes, the parents/guardians will be notified, and disciplinary measures shall be taken up to, and/or including, suspension.

 

DRESS AND GROOMING

The community and public often judge the quality of education by the behavior, appearance and activities of its' student body. The results of one's dress, appearance and behavior go far beyond the individual student.

Attire and grooming of individual students in this school system are the responsibility of the students and their parents. There are, however, principles of good taste and modesty that must and shall be observed.

Students' overall appearance should fall within the accepted definitions of neatness and cleanliness. Generally, the students are expected to dress and groom themselves in an appropriate manner so as to neither distract other students or teachers, interfere with the education process, or pose a health or safety risk to anyone. Clothing should be clean, untorn, and free from promotion of or reference to drugs, alcohol and tobacco, and offensive signs, symbols or words. Clothing should also be free of slogans, names, titles or the like which are defamatory toward person(s), group(s), the school or other organizations, or which are likely to incite or inflame.

Students whose dress or grooming is deemed inappropriate by the staff will be required to make any necessary changes.

The intent of this policy is to encourage all concerned to dress, groom, and conduct themselves in keeping with an atmosphere which reflects a sensitivity to and respect for self and others and the overall functions of the school.

 

 

HARASSMENT POLICY

The Sherman Public School does not permit or condone harassment of employees or students. If individuals or parents suspect that they or any students may be the subject of harassment, they should promptly contact the Anti-Harassment Team.

 

 

 

Homework Policy

 

The quality completion of daily homework is absolutely essential to academic success in middle school, high school and college.

Homework is any daily assignment given to students to prepare them for the next class. Students who come to class not having done their homework come to class unable to benefit fully from the class experience-and unable to contribute fully to that experience. Homework is also any long-term assignment--i.e. a research paper, a project--for which students have to budget their time and effort.

Assignments can require reading, writing, studying, even just plain thinking.

All homework is to be completed on time unless excused for a valid reason, such as illness.

Excused assignments are to be made up promptly.

All students have been issued a homework assignment book and are expected to utilize it on a daily basis. Parents are encouraged to check the book nightly.

Finally, all homework is expected to be done by the students themselves (including typing/keyboarding), with only guidance from parents and siblings.