Medication Policy
It is the policy of Royal School District No. 160 and Washington State Law (RCW 28A.210.20-270) not to administer medication to pupils at school (over-the-counter and prescription), except at the written request of both the parent and the physician.
When it is necessary for your child to take medication during the school day, these procedures are to be followed:
- The parent obtains an AUTHORIZATION FOR ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION FORM from the school or nurse.
- The parent will FAX or TAKE the form to the physician to complete and sign.
- The parent will SIGN the completed form and return it to the school office.
- Medication must be supplied to the school in a pharmacy bottle.
- The pharmacy bottle MUST have the students name, physician’s name, medication, does and time to be administered printed on the label
- At NO time will school staff accept medication brought to school in other containers such as baggies or envelopes.
- The parents MUST deliver the medication to the school office.
THE SCHOOLS PROCEDURES ARE AS FOLLOWS:
- ALL medication will be kept in a locked cupboard.
- Medication will be administered by a trained individual.
- ALL expired or unclaimed medication will be disposed of if not claimed.
- For safety reasons, we DO NOT send medication home with students.
- AUTHORIZATION FOR ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION FORM expires at the end of each school year.
Medication at School
Students should take medications before or after school when possible. If a student needs medication during school hours or at school events, a written request from a parent/guardian and a licensed healthcare practitioner (LHP) authorization are required. For medications lasting more than fifteen days, the LHP must provide updated instructions.
For full details, refer to School District Policies 3419 and 3420 regarding medication administration.
Messages to Students
Royal Intermediate School’s focus is on student learning and our school will focus on minimizing the impact of disruptions during class time. Messages will be delivered during the last five minutes of class time. Arrangements must be made with students before or after school.
Reporting Potential Safety Concerns
Safety is our top priority! One way to report a potential safety concern is to report it to SafeSchools. See reporting information below:
FOR EMERGENCIES, PLEASE CALL, 911
SafeSchools Alert is our District's tip reporting service. if you have information about a threat to our safety, do your part and report it! And remember, you can remain anonymous.
Easy ways to report:
- Visit the website http://1233.alert.us
- email your tip to [email protected]
- call or text to report your tip to 509-776-0386
Report on:
- Bullying
- Intimidation
- Harassment
- Weapons
- Drugs
- Other
Search and Seizure
School authorities may seize any contraband substance or object, the possession of which is illegal, or any material or object, which violates school rules or poses a hazard to the safety and good order of the school.
A school principal, vice principal, or principal's designee may search a student, the student's possessions, and the student's locker, if the principal, vice principal, or principal's designee has reasonable grounds to suspect that the search will yield evidence of the student's violation of the law or school rules. A search is mandatory if there are reasonable grounds to suspect a student has illegally possessed a firearm in violation of RCW 9.41.280.
Selling Activities:
Students at Royal Intermediate School are prohibited from engaging in any selling activities on school premises without obtaining prior verbal permission from the school principal. This policy aims to ensure a focused learning environment and maintain order within the school community. Students found in violation of this policy may face appropriate disciplinary actions.
Secure Campus:
Royal Intermediate School is a closed campus, which means students are not permitted to leave the school grounds or enter any other Royal district schools—Red Rock Elementary (RRE), Royal Intermediate School (RIS), and Royal High School (RHS)—during the school day, from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM, unless they are attending a school function or athletic function. This policy is in place to ensure the safety and security of all students. Any student found violating this rule will be subject to disciplinary action.
Student Contact and Deliveries
Deliveries to Students
Deliveries to students such as flowers, food, balloons, candy, birthday gifts, etcetera, will be delivered the last 5 minutes of the day and/or a note will be delivered to the student communicating to the student that they can pick up the delivery at the end of the school day.
Student Conduct
Student Discipline Procedures
Students are expected to follow classroom procedures. Teachers will inform students and parents of behavioral expectations and classroom management steps. Parents can expect notification from teachers when concerns arise so problems can be addressed.
(Refer to Royal School District Policy #3200 for steps taken when discipline is referred to the office.)
The word “discipline” originates from the Latin word disciplina meaning “instruction” and derives from the root discere meaning “to learn.” The word discipulus means “disciple or pupil”.
‘Discipline’ means any action taken by the school district in response to behavioral violations. Discipline is not necessarily punitive, but can take positive and supportive forms. Data shows that a supportive response to a behavioral violation is more effective and increases equitable educational opportunities. The purposes of this policy and accompanying procedure include the following:
- Engaging with families and the community and striving to understand and be responsive to cultural context
- Supporting students in meeting behavioral expectations, including providing for early involvement of parents
- Administering discipline in ways that respond to the needs and strengths of students and keep students in the classroom to the maximum extent possible
- Providing educational services that students need during suspension and expulsion
- Facilitating collaboration between school personnel, students, and parents, and thereby supporting successful reentry into the classroom following a suspension or expulsion
- Ensuring fairness, equity, and due process in the administration of discipline
- Providing every student with the opportunity to achieve personal and academic success
- Providing a safe environment for all students and for district employees” (Policy 3241).
Classroom exclusions are defined as “the exclusion of a student from a classroom or instructional or activity area for behavioral violations…[but] does not include action that results in missed instruction for a brief period of time when a) a teacher attempts other forms of discipline to support the student in meeting behavioral expectations; and b) the student remains under the supervision of the teacher or other school personnel during such brief duration” (Procedure 3241).
If the removal from the classroom does NOT meet the above criteria, office personnel will inform parents or guardians of the classroom exclusion.
Due process: In the event of a behavioral violation, students and parents have the right to an informal conference for the purpose of resolving the matter. Students, parents, administrators, and staff members may all be included in the informal conference to be able to voice issues and concerns related to the violation as well as ask questions.
Behavioral Violations
A behavioral violation is defined as “a student’s behavior that violates the district’s discipline policies”.
The school is here to support students so we will provide a variety of possible responses to behavioral violations. Discipline actions include--but are not limited to--the following:
- Behavior monitoring
- Behavioral contract
- Mentoring
- SafeSchools for Students online training
- Referral to Behavior Interventionist
- Social skills’ instruction
- De-escalation
- Restorative practices
- Parent communication
- Lunch detention
- After/Before school detention
- In-school suspension
- Short-term suspension
- Long-term suspension
- Expulsion
- Emergency expulsion
- Police Notification
Students who are placed on any form of out-of-school suspension or expulsion are not permitted to participate in or attend school-sponsored activities, including all academic and sporting events. This includes being on any Royal School District property.
For further details about student discipline, please see School Board Policy and Procedure 3241.
Detention
Before school, during lunch, or after school detention may be assigned to students to make up assignments, for unacceptable behavior, and for tardies. Students are responsible for making arrangements with their parents and teachers/staff to complete the detention. Parents will be notified when their student has been assigned detention. Failure to complete detention is considered a failure to comply, and may result in additional detention time or a referral to the office.
Offenses:
The list of offenses below is not exhaustive. Any district policies, RCW, or WAC’s not listed, are still applicable
Academic Dishonesty
Cheating, stealing or sharing answers--verbally, nonverbally, in writing or photos on an object or electronically--plagiarizing, or any other form of academic dishonesty, including inappropriate use or misuse of the school’s computer network, will not be tolerated in the school. The teacher will confiscate all evidence, document the situation, and report it to an administrator. The student will be subject to grade loss and/or disciplinary action.
Assault/Fighting/Disorderly Conduct
Fighting is defined as the exchange of hits or other violent physical contact between or among students, including arrangement of fights. Assault is an intentional act that causes someone to reasonably fear immediate harm. It can involve physical contact, such as punching or striking someone with an object, or it can be a threat that causes someone to fear violence. The victim's response must be genuine and reasonable under the circumstances. Disorderly Conduct includes the use of abusive language which intentionally creates a risk of assault.
Bullying/Harassment/Intimidation and Discrimination
Students are expected to respect the individual rights of all persons while on campus and at school functions or activities. Everyone, including students, school personnel, parents, and community members are to be treated with respect. Any form of harassment (including sexual), intimidation, or bullying will not be tolerated. Bullying/Harassment is defined as intentional written, verbal, or physical bullying, intimidating, or harassing behavior that is so severe, persistent, or pervasive that it creates an intimidating or threatening educational environment.
*See additional information about Sexual Harassment and Discrimination on pages 27-29
Extortion, Assault, and Causing Physical Injury
A student will not extort anything of value, threaten physical injury, attempt to cause physical injury, cause physical injury, or intentionally behave in a way that could reasonably be expected to cause injury to another.
Controlled Substances
Students may not possess, use, or be under the influence of controlled substances (including alcohol, marijuana, narcotics, tobacco, smokeless tobacco, unauthorized use of non-prescription and prescription drugs) while on school grounds or at any school-sponsored function or activity. The possession, use, sale, intent to sell, distribution, sharing or being under the influence of controlled substances on district property, district-provided transportation, areas of facilities being used exclusively as school district property, or at district-sponsored activities is prohibited. This includes any over-the-counter medication containing alcohol such as some cough or cold medications.
Disruptive Acts
Any action, behavior, or incitement of action or behavior which interferes with the duties of a staff member or the normal operation of the school; may include off-campus conduct if the conduct has the cause or effect of interfering with the normal operations of the school or district.
Dress Code
ALL students are expected to comply with guidelines outlined in the “Appropriate Dress” section of this handbook.
Gang Dress
Students found in violation of the dress code policy will be subject to appropriate disciplinary actions as outlined in the Royal School Districts code of conduct and WA State law (R.C.W. 28A.600.455).
Gang Activity
Gang activity is defined as any gang violence, gesture, vandalism, intimidation, or disruption of learning related to gang activity in any manner will not be tolerated.
Any student wearing, carrying, or displaying gang-related apparel or devices; exhibiting behavior or gestures which symbolize gang membership; causing, participating in, and/or recruiting for gang-related activities; causing and/or participating in activities which intimidate or affect the attendance of another student; possessing, transmitting, or using gang-related images or pictures.
Students who gather for the intent of causing disruption to the normal function of the school day may be considered gang affiliated.
Students engaged in gang activity will face stringent discipline due to their affiliation with criminal enterprises.
Other Disciplinary Infractions
Verbal abuse, malicious mischief, profanity, computer misuse, unauthorized access, false statements, alteration of records, trespass, entering another’s locker or desk, willful disobedience, burning, disruptive devices, possession of inappropriate materials, accumulation of referrals, bus misconduct, theft, burglary, coercion, robbery, damaging school or personal property, arson, violation of school rules or policies not listed, are all subject to disciplinary action based on severity of the incident, previous disciplinary record, academic progress, and conduct of the student.
Threats
Communicating threats of violence or harm directly or indirectly, whether by physical, verbal, written, telephonic, or electronic means, which cause another person to believe his/her life, safety or property is in danger, or which cause a listener to believe that another person’s life, safety or property is in danger. Threats need not be communicated to the intended victim. Includes bomb threats, false alarms, threats of violence, etc.
Weapons, Dangerous Instruments, and Explosive Devices
It is the policy of the Royal School District that there be no tolerance for the possession or use of weapons, dangerous instruments, or explosive devices by students. Students may not possess or use firearms, dangerous instruments, or explosive devices on school property, on school provided transportation, in areas or facilities being used exclusively by a school, or at a school sponsored event or activities. Dangerous weapons include and are not limited to: firearms, nun-chu-ka-sticks, throwing star, air gun, air pistol, air rifle, stun gun, knife, or any item that is used or could be used as a weapon.
Possession or use of a firearm in violation of this policy shall result in a minimum of one (1) school term expulsion from the district. The superintendent or designee may modify the mandatory expulsion on a case-by-case basis. Exceptions to this policy may be made as only allowed by state law and authorized by the district. Any student who possesses any weapon, or explosive devices, other than a firearm, in violation of this policy may be expelled or be subject to other school discipline as provided in board policy and state law.
The district is authorized to expel any student who has violated the weapons policy. Any student who brings a firearm will be expelled for no less than one school term. The school must notify police and the student’s parent(s) or guardian(s) of the incident. Police do not need a warrant to arrest any person on school property who illegally possesses or has possessed a firearm or dangerous weapon.
PBIS
School-Wide PBIS
Guidelines for Success
Royal Intermediate School has chosen to adopt the Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) framework to encourage positive behaviors at school and to help create effective learning environments. As a school-wide system, this framework is used with all students, across all environments of the school (classroom, lunchroom, hallways, and playgrounds).
The PBIS framework gives all teachers, staff, and students a clear set of expectations to follow throughout the school building. The general expectations of Royal Intermediate are:
*Be Safe
*Be Respectful
*Be Responsible
In each area of the school, specific behavioral expectations are defined related to these general expectations. Once the expectations have been determined, they are clearly taught and demonstrated to all students. Students are presented with each expectation, the rationale for the expectations is discussed, and students see examples of the right and the wrong way to demonstrate an expectation. After the expectations have been modeled, students have the opportunity to practice the right way and show their understanding.
Additionally, we have developed guidelines for success for students to follow. These guidelines for success encompass the characteristics we want all students at RIS to exhibit.
Kindness wins
Never give up
Inspire INTEGRITY
Grow with COURAGE
Have RESPECT
Take RESPONSIBILITY
Show DILIGENCE
Once appropriate behaviors have been taught and practiced, they need to be acknowledged often. As part of this acknowledgement system, Royal Intermediate students will be divided into one of five houses – Bidii (diligence), Ansvar (responsibility), Sumus (respect), Coraggio (courage) and Integrita (integrity). These houses are each based on an important character trait and are run by staff members in the school. When any student is observed following expectations by a staff member, their house will be awarded a point. A running total of house points will be displayed on televisions throughout the school. At the end of each quarter the house with the most points will earn a reward field trip/event. Students will be taught how to earn points and what prizes/rewards they will receive if their house has the most points. Students will also earn positive Golden Shields for exhibiting any of the guidelines for success. These Golden Shields are carbon copied. One will be sent home and one will be entered into the bucket in the office and drawn out periodically for different rewards.
When students violate behavioral expectations, clear procedures are necessary for providing information to them that their behavior is unacceptable. Students, teachers, and administrators should be able to predict what will occur when behavioral errors are identified. A school-wide discipline matrix has been developed and is included in this packet. Yellow cards are used to document and record incidents managed by the teacher in the classroom. Once a student has received five yellow cards they earn a Red Card or office referral. Red cards are also used for major incidents.
The Student Behavior Flowchart is used to help teachers distinguish major from minor behavioral incidents.
Minor Incidents are classroom-managed. Opportunities for reminder and redirection will be used, as well as other forms of in class discipline procedures, will be used to modify behavior and help students be successful. Multiple Minor offenses may become a Major offense if the behavior is not corrected.
Student Behavior Flowchart
Behavior
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Minor (Yellow Card)
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Major (Red Card)
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Disrespect
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Not working/unfinished work
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Not participating in group work
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Making faces/rolling eyes
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Huffing, sighing, etc.
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Arguing/defiance – inappropriate response to teacher request
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Uncooperative behavior/lack of effort
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Talking back
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Cheating/lying
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Leaving assigned area
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Minor object stealing
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Blatant or excessive non-compliance or defiance
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Extreme profanity
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Repetitive minor incidents that normal classroom consequences are not addressing
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leaving campus/hiding from staff
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forgery
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(intentional) theft of major objects or pattern of minor stealing that is ongoing
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Disruption
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Screaming/yelling excessively
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Teacher cannot teach/students cannot learn
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Out-of-control behavior in the extreme
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Throwing objects with intent to cause harm
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Excessive pattern of absence, tardy, or truancy
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Dress Code
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*see dress code
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Inappropriate Language
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Negative talk
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Name-calling
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Teasing
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Swearing
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Verbal argument/disagreement
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Impolite talk
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Talking back
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Dishonesty/lying
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Peer conflict (balance of power)
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Mean comments that hurt feelings
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Blatant or excessive swearing
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Offensive/harassing language
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Excessively vulgar language
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Severe verbal threats against anyone
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Gang harassment
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Harassment (racial, sexual, religious, gender, ability)
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Intimidation
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Bullying (balance of power
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Property Damage/
Misuse
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Defacing books, pencils, pens, crayons, classroom supplies, PE equipment
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Minor vandalism (such as writing on desk or other’s property)
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Stealing minor items
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Excessive defacing of peer/teacher/school property
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Vandalism (breakage, spray paint or permanent damage)
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Use of combustibles (firecrackers, snaps, etc.)
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Stealing major items from peers/adults
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Pushing over furniture
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Setting fires
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Graffiti
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Physical Contact
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Fighting
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Loss of control out of anger
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Hitting with intent to harm
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Punching with intent to harm
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Physical intimidation
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Spitting/scratching/biting with intent to harm – anger related
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Sexual misconduct
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Physical aggression/assault
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Repeated minor physical contact/aggression
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Technology Violation
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Texting at inappropriate times
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Cell phone on during class/ringtone
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Earbuds in at inappropriate times
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Cell phone not in backpack/locker
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Playing games on cell at recess
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Off-task computer behavior
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On a website without permission
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Cell phone visible/out during school day
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Refuses to give tech equipment to the staff member
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Accessing “off limit” and inappropriate websites on school computer
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Bullying/harassment type messages on school tech equipment
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Other
*Specify in brief note
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Bomb threat
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Alcohol/drug/tobacco possession
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Possession of weapons
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Repeated “minor offenses” in any category listed
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Any gang-related activity
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Discipline Matrix
Key Terms: In School Suspension (ISS), Out of School Suspension(OSS),
But not limited to (BNLT), Short Term(ST), Long Term(LT)
Infractions
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Possible Consequences
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Possible Consequences - Continuing
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Multiple Minors
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Disruptive
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Disrespectful
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Defiance
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Unsafe Action
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Dress Code
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Inappropriate language
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Property Damage/Misuse
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Technology Violation
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Other
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Parent Contact
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Loss of recess
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Lunch Detention
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Parent Contact
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ISS
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Possible Behavior Plan
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Meeting
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Gang Issues
May include BNLT:
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Parent Contact
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Lunch Detention
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Graffiti-Restitution
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Bullying/Harassment/Threats
An act that is written, verbal, electronic, or physical that: physically, or emotionally harms another that is persistent and pervasive and is threatening or intimidating
Examples:
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Extort items/money
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Teasing repeated over time/intensive
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Putdowns repeated over time
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Repeated Directing others to act against a student in a pattern
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Physical Contact
Harmful physical contact Includes BNLT:
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Fighting
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Punching
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Kicking
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Hair Pulling
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Pushing/Tripping
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Parent Contact
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Lunch Detention
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Hurting Another
May Include BNLT:
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Rough Play
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Unsafe Behavior/Play
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Negligence
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Parent Contact
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Loss of Privilege
Recess/other
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Possible
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Property Damage/Misuse/Theft
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Parent Contact
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Loss of recess
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Possible Restitution
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Parent Meeting
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Suspension (ISS, OSS)
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Possible Behavior Plan
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Possible Restitution
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Defiance/Disrespect
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Possible ISS/OSS
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Possible behavior plan
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Possession of Legal Drug, Alcohol, Tobacco
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OSS / ISS
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Police Notification
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Possession of Controlled Substances
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Expulsion
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Police Notification
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Possession/Use of Weapons and or Dangerous Objects
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OSS(ST or LT)
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Possible Expulsion
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Police Notification
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OSS
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Possible Expulsion
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Police Notification
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Dress Code
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Warning
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Student/Parent Conf.
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Review/Sign DC Policy
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Lewd Conduct
Obscene or indecent behavior or gestures
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Warning
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Parent Contact
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Loss of recess
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Suspension (ISS)
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Referral to Counselor
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Parent Contact
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ISS / OSS
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Technology Violations
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Refusal to give tech equipment to staff
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Accessing “off limit” and inappropriate websites on school computer
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Bullying/harassment type messages on school tech equipment
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Warning
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Parent Contact
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Loss of recess
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Parent Contact
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ISS
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Possible Behavior Plan
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Meeting
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Other
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Board Policy/WAC
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Disclaimer: This Matrix represents basic general guidelines.
Plans may be altered based on the needs of students and staff.
Board Policy 6605P
School Bus Safety Guidelines
- Please cooperate, follow the bus driver's directions, and be helpful to other students
- Put all trash in a garbage can before you leave class and before you come to the bus.
- Find a seat,, stay seated, face forward, and keep feet on the floor and out of the aisles.
- Do not yell, throw things, call one another names, use bad language, lie about, threaten, or hit others.
- No eating or drinking on the bus.
- Do not cover windows or throw things out of the windows.
- When you leave the bus:
- if you open a window, close it before getting off.
- if you have papers or class projects, take it with you.
- if you leave something on the bus, it will be lost or gone by the end of the day.
- If you cannot follow these directions, tickets will be given and the following actions will be taken:
- First Ticket: warning from the principal
- Second Ticket: Warning from Principal and a phone call home.
- Third Ticket: 3 to 5 days suspension from all buses.
- Fourth ticket: suspension of all riding privileges.
Thank You for Helping Us Keep Our Buses Clean And Safe
* According to RCW 28A.300.286, beginning in the 24-25 school year, each school district is required to publish the following language in any handbook.
Our schools protects students from Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying (HIB) schools are meant to be safe and inclusive environments where all students are protected from Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying (HIB), including in the classroom, on the school bus, in school sports, and during other school activities. this section defines HIB, explains what to do when you see or experience it, and our school's process for responding to it.
What is HIB?
HIB is any intentional electronic, written, verbal, or physical act of a student that:
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Physically harms another student or damages their property;
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Has the effect of greatly interfering with another student's education; or,
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Is so severe, persistent, or significant that it creates an intimidating or threatening education environment for other students.
HIB generally involves an observed or perceived power imbalance and is repeated multiple times or is highly likely to be repeated. HIB is not allowed, by law, in our schools.
How can I make a report or complaint about HIB?
Talk to any school staff member (consider starting with whoever you are most comfortable with!). You may use our district’s reporting form to share concerns about HIB (https://www.royalsd.org/cms/one.aspx?pageId=12659661) but reports about HIB can be made in writing or verbally. Your report can be made anonymously, if you are uncomfortable revealing your identity, or confidentially if you prefer it not be shared with other students involved with the report. No disciplinary action will be taken against another student based solely on an anonymous or confidential report.
If a staff member is notified of, observes, overhears, or otherwise witnesses HIB, they must take prompt and appropriate action to stop the HIB behavior and to prevent it from happening again. Our district also has a HIB Compliance Officer (Cody Miller [email protected] 509-346-2256 ext. 3950) that supports prevention and response to HIB.
What happens after I make a report about HIB?
If you report HIB, school staff must attempt to resolve the concerns. If the concerns are resolved, then no further action may be necessary. However, if you feel that you or someone you know is the victim of unresolved, severe, or persistent HIB that requires further investigation and action, then you should request an official HIB investigation.
Also, the school must take actions to ensure that those who report HIB don’t experience retaliation.
What is the investigation process?
When you report a complaint, the HIB Compliance Officer or staff member leading the investigation must notify the families of the students involved with the complaint and must make sure a prompt and thorough investigation takes place. The investigation must be completed within 5 school days, unless you agree on a different timeline. If your complaint involves circumstances that require a longer investigation, the district will notify you with the anticipated date for their response.
When the investigation is complete, the HIB Compliance Officer or the staff member leading the investigation must provide you with the outcomes of the investigation within 2 school days. This response should include:
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A summary of the results of the investigation
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A determination of whether the HIB is substantiated
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Any corrective measures or remedies needed
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Clear information about how you can appeal the decision
What are the next steps if I disagree with the outcome?
For the student designated as the “targeted student” in a complaint:
If you do not agree with the school district’s decision, you may appeal the decision and include any additional information regarding the complaint to the superintendent, or the person assigned to lead the appeal, and then to the school board.
For the student designated as the “aggressor” in a complaint:
A student found to be an “aggressor” in a HIB complaint may not appeal the decision of a HIB investigation. They can, however, appeal corrective actions that result from the findings of the HIB investigation.
For more information about the HIB complaint process, including important timelines, please see the district’s https://www.royalsd.org/cms/one.aspx?pageId=12659661 or the district’s HIB Policy 3207 and Procedure 3207P.
Our School Stands Against Discrimination
Discrimination can happen when someone is treated differently or unfairly because they are part of a protected class, including their race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, creed, disability, use of a service animal, or veteran or military status.
What is discriminatory harassment?
Discriminatory harassment can include teasing and name-calling; graphic and written statements; or other conduct that may be physically threatening, harmful, or humiliating. Discriminatory harassment happens when the conduct is based on a student’s protected class and is serious
enough to create a hostile environment. A hostile environment is created when conduct is so severe, pervasive, or persistent that it limits a student’s ability to participate in, or benefit from, the school’s services, activities, or opportunities.
To review the district’s Nondiscrimination Policy 5010 and Procedure 5010P, visit https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B646Pnkfm8DXMzhDRk9OeHRXbnc?resourcekey=0-Oz4yg4QNE8u-B--fYSzzjQ.
What is sexual harassment?
Sexual harassment is any unwelcome conduct or communication that is sexual in nature and substantially interferes with a student's educational performance or creates an intimidating or hostile environment. Sexual harassment can also occur when a student is led to believe they must submit to unwelcome sexual conduct or communication to gain something in return, such as a grade or a place on a sports team.
Examples of sexual harassment can include pressuring a person for sexual actions or favors; unwelcome touching of a sexual nature; graphic or written statements of a sexual nature; distributing sexually explicit texts, e-mails, or pictures; making sexual jokes, rumors, or suggestive remarks; and physical violence, including rape and sexual assault.
Our schools do not discriminate based on sex and prohibit sex discrimination in all of our education programs and employment, as required by Title IX and state law.
To review the district’s Sexual Harassment Policy 3204 and Procedure 3204P, visit https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B646Pnkfm8DXMzhDRk9OeHRXbnc?resourcekey=0-Oz4yg4QNE8u-B--fYSzzjQ.
What should my school do about discriminatory and sexual harassment?
When a school becomes aware of possible discriminatory or sexual harassment, it must investigate and stop the harassment. The school must address any effects the harassment had on the student at school, including eliminating the hostile environment, and make sure that the harassment does not happen again.
What can I do if I’m concerned about discrimination or harassment?
Talk to a Coordinator or submit a written complaint. You may contact the following school district staff members to report your concerns, ask questions, or learn more about how to resolve your concerns.
Concerns about discrimination:
Civil Rights Coordinator: Cody Miller, Compliance/HIB/Title IX Coordinator, [email protected] 509-346-2256 ext. 3950.
Concerns about sex discrimination, including sexual harassment:
Title IX Coordinator: Cody Miller, Compliance/HIB/Title IX Coordinator, [email protected] 509-346-2256 ext. 3950.
Concerns about disability discrimination:
Section 504 Coordinator: Heather Quigley, 504 Coordinator, [email protected] 509-346-2487 ext. 1801.
Concerns about discrimination based on gender identity:
Gender-Inclusive Schools Coordinator: Cody Miller, Compliance/HIB/Title IX Coordinator, [email protected] 509-346-2256 ext. 3950.
To submit a written complaint, describe the conduct or incident that may be discriminatory and send it by mail, fax, email, or hand delivery to the school principal, district superintendent, or civil rights coordinator. Submit the complaint as soon as possible for a prompt investigation, and within one year of the conduct or incident.
What happens after I file a discrimination complaint?
The Civil Rights Coordinator will give you a copy of the school district’s discrimination complaint procedure. The Civil Rights Coordinator must make sure a prompt and thorough investigation takes place. The investigation must be completed within 30 calendar days unless you agree to a different timeline. If your complaint involves exceptional circumstances that require a longer investigation, the Civil Rights Coordinator will notify you in writing with the anticipated date for their response.
When the investigation is complete, the school district superintendent or the staff member leading the investigation will send you a written response. This response will include:
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A summary of the results of the investigation
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A determination of whether the school district failed to comply with civil rights laws
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Any corrective measures or remedies needed
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Notice about how you can appeal the decision
What are the next steps if I disagree with the outcome?
If you do not agree with the outcome of your complaint, you may appeal the decision to the Board of Directors and then to the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI). More information about this process, including important timelines, is included in the district’s Nondiscrimination Procedure 3210P and Sexual Harassment Procedure 3205P.
I already submitted an HIB complaint – what will my school do?
Harassment, intimidation, or bullying (HIB) can also be discrimination if it's related to a protected class. If you give your school a written report of HIB that involves discrimination or sexual harassment, your school will notify the Civil Rights Coordinator. The school district will investigate the complaint using both the Nondiscrimination Procedure 3210P and the HIB Procedure 3207P to fully resolve your complaint.
Who else can help with HIB or Discrimination Concerns?
Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI)
All reports must start locally at the school or district level. However, OSPI can assist students, families, communities, and school staff with questions about state law, the HIB complaint process, and the discrimination and sexual harassment complaint processes.
OSPI School Safety Center (For questions about harassment, intimidation, and bullying)
OSPI Equity and Civil Rights Office (For questions about discrimination and sexual harassment)
Washington State Governor’s Office of the Education Ombuds (OEO)
The Washington State Governor’s Office of the Education Ombuds works with families, communities, and schools to address problems together so every student can fully participate and thrive in Washington’s K-12 public schools. OEO provides informal conflict resolution tools, coaching, facilitation, and training about family, community engagement, and systems advocacy.
U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR)
The U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR) enforces federal nondiscrimination laws in public schools, including those that prohibit discrimination based on sex, race, color, national origin, disability, and age. OCR also has a discrimination complaint process.
Our School is Gender-Inclusive
In Washington, all students have the right to be treated consistent with their gender identity at school. Our school will:
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Address students by their requested name and pronouns, with or without a legal name change
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Change a student’s gender designation and have their gender accurately reflected in school records
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Allow students to use restrooms and locker rooms that align with their gender identity
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Allow students to participate in sports, physical education courses, field trips, and overnight trips in accordance with their gender identity
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Keep health and education information confidential and private
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Allow students to wear clothing that reflects their gender identity and apply dress codes without regard to a student’s gender or perceived gender
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Protect students from teasing, bullying, or harassment based on their gender or gender identity
To review the district’s Gender-Inclusive Schools Policy 3211 and Procedure 3211P, visit https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B646Pnkfm8DXMzhDRk9OeHRXbnc?resourcekey=0-Oz4yg4QNE8u-B--fYSzzjQ.
If you have questions or concerns, please contact the Gender-Inclusive Schools Coordinator:
Cody Miller, Compliance/HIB/Title IX Coordinator, [email protected] 509-346-2256 ext. 3950.
For concerns about discrimination or discriminatory harassment based on gender identity or gender expression, please see the information.
Royal Intermediate School Staff List 2024-2025
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Staff Name
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Job Title
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Room
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Ext
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ALLERTON, ARIEL
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6
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155
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5155
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ALVARADO, EMELDA
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MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
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146
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5146
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ALVAREZ, JOSEFINA
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6
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156
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5156
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ANDRA, BREE
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LIBRARY
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LIBRARY
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5122
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ARROYO, MELANY
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4
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139
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5139
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AVILA, EMMA
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RESOURCE PARA
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140
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5140
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BUFI, AISLINN
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INSTRUCTIONAL COACH
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OFFICE
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5148
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BURKE, REBECCA
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5
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103
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5103
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CALDERON, SONIA
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ELL
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137
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5137
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CARLSON, PAULINE
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HI-CAP
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1031
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CARMONA, BEATRIZ
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PARENT LIASON
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144
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5144
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CHRISTENSEN, WILLIAM
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5
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107
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5107
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COLLINS, SHELBY
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6
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153
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5153
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DELAY, MAGGIE
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PE TEACHER
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GYM
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5119
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DELAY, KATREENA
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PE PARA
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GYM
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5119
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EDIE, KARL
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PRINCIPAL
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OFFICE
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5910
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FITZHUGH, HEATHER
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4
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133
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5133
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GILBERT, ANGIE
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INTERVENTIONIST
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135
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5135
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GUILLEN, MARISA
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PARA
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135
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5135
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HILL, LIESEL
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4
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132
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5132
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HUSS, HAYDEN
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PARA
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135
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5135
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JADERLUND, LAYCEE
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RESOURCE PARA
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140
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5140
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JANETT, KERRY
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5
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106
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5106
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JIMENEZ, EDDIE
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PARA
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135
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5135
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LARSEN, KAREN
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4
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134
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5134
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LUTEY, WILLIAM
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MUSIC
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109
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5109
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MARTINEZ, DOMINIC
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PARA
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135
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5135
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PALMER, CHRISTOPHER
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123
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5123
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MILLER, HEIDI
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6
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154
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5154
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RAWLEY, ERICA
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NURSE
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HEALTH
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5911
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RODRIGUEZ, NATALIA
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PARA
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135
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5135
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ROMERO, GLORIA
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SECRETARY
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OFFICE
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5900
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SMITH, KRISTA
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SECRETARY
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OFFICE
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5901
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VILLAFANA, ALEJANDRA
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4
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138
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5138
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WOOD, MATHEW
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RESOURCE
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140
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5140
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ZIEGLER, JOHN
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5
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102
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5102
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Under state and federal law, information a school district selects as directory information is considered information that can be released to the public without prior written parental consent.
Royal School District considers the following information as directory information:
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Student’s name
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Participation in officially recognized activities
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Weight and height of members of athletic teams
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Degrees, honors and awards received
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