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SCHOOL PHOTOS

School photos are taken by a Lifetouch Studios photographer in the fall and spring.

WINTER WEAR

During the winter months, we ask that parents ensure that their children wear, or at least carry,
appropriate winter clothing, including:

1) warm boots or overshoes (removed when student enters school)
2) warm winter jacket
3) mitts or gloves
4) hat or toque
5) snow pants

Please ensure the student's name is printed on the items of clothing.

ABSENCE FROM SCHOOL

When a student is absent from school, please call the school to let the teacher know. Plans for
homework arrangements can also be conveyed to school staff at that time.

DRUGS/ALCOHOL BOARD POLICY

Possession and/or use of illegal drugs or alcohol by students on school property or at school
sponsored functions will lead to expulsion procedures. Students who are suspected of being under
the influence of alcohol or non-prescription drugs while in attendance at school or a school sponsored
activity shall be suspended and may be recommended for expulsion.

SMOKING/TOBACCO

The Board of Education does not permit smoking or the use of tobacco in the building or on school
property. Cigarettes or tobacco carried by students on school property will be confiscated. Students
using tobacco or cigarettes on school premises will be suspended.

LATES

Being on time for school is an important part of the student's responsibility and training and has a
direct impact upon their success in school. If a student is late, he or she will be responsible to the
home room teacher.

Students who are habitually or often inexcusably late will be required to make up for lost time on
their own.

INSURANCE

The school board has insurance coverage for all students. Parents wishing more extensive
coverage for their children may buy additional coverage. Information on this matter is sent home
with the students early in the school year. For this additional insurance the only responsibility the
school has is distribution.

FUND RAISING PROJECTS

Throughout the year students of Elnora school participate in various fund raising projects. The
purpose of these projects is to raise money so that our students are able to participate in various
sporting events and field trips. Without this source of funding, many programs in our school would
have to be done away with.

DRESS

Students are expected to dress in accordance with good grooming practice. Swim wear, cutoffs,
short shorts or skirts, tank tops (no bare midriffs, or low cut shirts) or T-shirts with questionable
logos and/or statements are not acceptable and students will be asked to change out of them or
cover up the questionable material. Headwear and boots are not to be worn in the classroom or
hallways. Parents are requested to see that their children have an extra pair of inside shoes,
preferably running shoes, available to wear in school, especially during winter and spring.

LOCKERS

All students in the junior high are issued a locker. We don't have enough lockers
to supply all elementary students with that privilege. A combination lock will be supplied by the
school. It is expected that discretion is used as to how the lockers are kept and what is kept in
them.

LUNCH

Town students are permitted to eat lunch at school, but are encouraged to go home for lunch if
possible.  In winter months, when the weather does not co-operate, students are permitted to stay inside.
Often during the winter months, events are scheduled in the gym for students.

Bus students who wish to leave the school at lunch time for any reason must have a note from the
parents. A phone call from the parents is also acceptable.

SMART START

To learn well, children need to eat well. To give your kids a smart start in life, make sure they have
a healthy breakfast and lunch. Good nutrition begins at home but it should continue at school.

Your child should have nutritious food to eat. It's important that parents show that they care about
healthy eating.

CHANNELS OF COMMUNICATION

Here are the steps established by Chinook’s Edge to follow if you need more information or have a
concern about your child's education:

Step 1: Discuss and resolve the concern with the person closest to the
situation (i.e. the teacher, bus driver, coach)

Step 2: Contact the principal

Step 3: Contact Asst. Superintendent Liaison Shawn Russell

Step 4: Contact Superintendent Kurt Sacher

When you have a concern or need more information regarding your child’s schooling, it is important
that you try to resolve your concerns at each level before proceeding to the next step.