Bluffdale Elementary Code of Conduct
Attendance (JSD Policy AA432)
http://policy.jordandistrict.org/aa432/
State law of regular school attendance requires regular school attendance. We are committed to making every day meaningful for every student. Please support us in this goal by sending your child to school daily when he/she is not sick. If your child stays home, please call the office to report the absence.
As part of the online registration process, you will fill out and sign a “Compulsory Education Form.” This form describes parents' legal obligation to ensure their elementary-age students are consistently in school.
Music will begin playing at 8:53 a.m. for students to line up, the welcome bell rings at 8:55 a.m. to enter the building, and the school day begins promptly at 9:00 a.m. Students should not arrive at school more than 15 minutes before the bell rings. There is no supervision on the playground before or after school.
To minimize the potential for accidents or confusion, students are asked to use the entrance assigned to their grade level when entering or exiting the building. One exception: Students arriving after 9:00 a.m. will need to enter the building through the front doors. When the dismissal bell rings, students are expected to go directly home at the end of each school day.
Checking Students Out: All patrons who check a student out during school hours will be asked to present a photo ID to the office assistants to verify guardianship.
Vacation Excusal: If you plan a vacation during the school year, please pick up a vacation form from the main office. Students may be excused for up to 10 days of vacation time during the school year.
Bluffdale PAWS:
Bluffdale students are asked to stop and "PAWS!"
Practice Positivity
Act Responsibly
Work and Play Safely
Show Respect
Our Code of Conduct
Each classroom has a Hierarchy of Consequences for class rules. A list of class consequences is available from the student’s teacher. These class expectations could include a warning, consequences for behavior, minutes off preferred activity, loss of classroom reward or other appropriate group and individual consequences.
The school administration will help problem solve with teachers when there is an incident that requires additional attention or support. In instances of bullying, threats, and physical aggression, consequences will be given on a case-by-case basis according to district policy.
Rewards for Following PAWS Rules
My school is a safer, more enjoyable place. I get a better education and help others to do the same. I feel confident and safe as I am learning. I feel good about myself when I show self-control. Builds trust with staff and peers
Consequences for Not Following PAWS Rules
- PAWS Rules Reminder: The teacher will remind the student of the PAWS rules.
- Refocus and Reset: Students will sit at the refocus station in their classroom. After 5 minutes, the teacher will check in with the students to see if they are ready to return to learning.
- Reflect and Restore: Students will sit at the refocus station in their classroom. After 10 minutes, their classroom teacher will check in with the student and discuss what occurred, what the student should have done, and what they will do when they return to the classroom.
- Stop and Think: Students will go to a different classroom to their refocus station. They will complete a Stop and Think paper. After 10 minutes, the teacher will check in with the student and discuss what occurred, what the student should have done, and what they will do when they return to the classroom. The Stop and Think form will come home that needs to be signed by a guardian.
- Office Referral: Students will be sent to the office to have a discussion with an administrator. We will remind students that if they get a total of three “Stop and Think”s in one school week, they will be sent to In-School Suspension (ISS).
Depending on the severity of the infraction, students may have an in or out-of-school suspension.
Bluffdale administration will use natural consequences whenever possible. Ex: If you make a mess, you clean up that mess.
Most situations can be resolved by working together (students, teachers, parents, and administrators). Examples of other consequences include: one-minute skill building, apology letter, contact with parent or guardian, miss class time, make restitution, cleaning, loss of classroom privileges, missing part of or all of special activities, recess, lunch in the office, half-day or full-day in school or out of school suspension
Process of Disagreeing to Consequence
We ask families to work with the teacher first to resolve the situation and allow students to resolve issues together when not significant. If that process is not successful, please contact administrators to help resolve the situation.
Reporting Process
Students are advised to notify teacher(s) or administrator(s) with concerns. Bluffdale strives to ensure that all students are safe while at school. Students are encouraged to fill out a statement to document the concern.
Parents are encouraged to communicate concerns with teachers first then administrators.
Bluffdale strives to follow district policy regarding bullying and cyber-bullying. Parents and students should report any incidents to the classroom teacher first, then to the administration.
Education Process for Students, Parents, Faculty, and Staff
Students receive instruction on Bluffdale PAWS and classroom and school wide rules at the beginning of each school year and throughout the year as needed. Once a month our Student of the Month award is presented to one student in each class for meeting the social/emotional/academic focus of the month. Emphasizing and recognizing the positive things students are doing in school builds community and encourages students to enjoy school.
Faculty and staff receive training on Bluffdale's PAWS and school and district policies at the beginning of each school year.
Bullying (JSD Policy AS98)
https://policy.jordandistrict.org/as098/
A student is being bullied or victimized when he or she is repeatedly exposed to negative actions by one or more other students.
Bullying is defined as “repeated aggressive behavior that is intentional and involves an imbalance of power or strength” through (1) physical bullying: hitting and/or punching; (2) verbal bullying, teasing or name-calling; (3) non-verbal or emotional bullying: intimidation through gestures, social exclusion and relational aggression; and (4) cyberbullying: sending insulting, threatening, or harassing messages by phone, computer, or electronic messaging.
We encourage all who believe they’ve witnessed or experienced bullying behavior to report it to a teacher or administrator. All reports will be investigated in good faith and addressed at the level necessary to correct the problem, up to and including student suspension/expulsion.
Safe School Policy
http://policy.jordandistrict.org/as067/
The following link is Jordan School District policy AS67 NEG regarding dangerous and disruptive behavior on school property. Bluffdale will be following this policy when addressing these behaviors with students.
Students who violate the Safe School Policy will face disciplinary action in the form of restitution, suspension, or referral to a district level hearing.
Cell Phones/Electronic Device Policy Elementary – Grades K-6
https://policy.jordandistrict.org/sub/cell-phone/
The Jordan District Board of Education recognizes the importance of an educational environment that is conducive to high-quality teaching and learning. The Board also recognizes that personal electronic and communication devices are commonly used by students and although they can be valuable education and communication tools for students, they are also a source of distraction and disruption to the learning environment.
Student use of personal electronic and communication devices, including cellphones, laptops, tablet computers, smart watches, listening devices, wearable technology, and other similar personal electronic devices, is not permitted during the school day. In extraordinary circumstances, exceptions may be approved by the school principal in consultation with the Administrator of Schools. Devices must be silenced and remain out of sight during the school day.
Consequences for Electronic Device Policy Violation at Elementary School
1st Offense: Verbal reminder/warning and notification to parent/guardian
2nd Offense: Device held in the office for pick-up at the end of the day by the student and notification to parent/guardian.
3rd+ Offense: Device held in the office for pick-up at the end of the day by parent or guardian.
Schools may enact additional restrictions with the support of the School Community Council, in consultation with their Administrator of Schools, and with notification of the Board.
Use of personal electronic and communication devices that violate state or federal law, any District policies or regulations, or the Jordan School District Acceptable Use Policy is prohibited.
Students may use personal electronic and communication devices during school-sponsored activities outside of the school day at District school campuses and while on District buses.
Food, Drinks, and Gum
All food is restricted to the cafeteria unless authorized by a teacher for a class activity. Gum is not allowed in school.
District policy prohibits the distribution of any homemade foods. All foods must be commercially prepared, packaged, and within approved dates. If providing a food item for your student’s class, please do not provide items containing peanuts or peanut oil, as these are highly associated with food allergies.
Dress Code
http://policy.jordandistrict.org/aa419/
Bluffdale follows the Jordan School District Policy AA419 Student Conduct and Dress. Please see the link below for the district policy.
Discouraged and Prohibited Items
Students should not bring toys, Pokemon cards, electronic music players, skateboards, roller blades, roller shoes, electronic games, fireworks, or weapons/weapon facsimiles of any kind to school. These items disrupt the learning environment and may pose a safety risk to students. Such items also tend to “grow legs” and wander away. The school will not be responsible for any of these things that go missing.
Animals and Pets
Jordan School District no longer allows pets on school property or in the school building. Only service animals are allowed. This is due to the safety of our students as many students have health issues/allergies with animals.
Bicycles and Anything with Wheels
Students are to “walk their wheels” when on school grounds. Bikes and scooters should be parked in the bike rack. During the school day, students are to stay away from the bike rack. The school is not responsible for stolen or damaged bicycles, scooters or skateboards. Please NO bikes or scooters in classrooms. Students should not use the wheels in their shoes (Heelies) while on school grounds. No electric bikes or scooters are allowed at school.
Medication at School
http://policy.jordandistrict.org/as085/
Utah Law states that school personnel may only administer medication to a student if the student’s legal guardian has provided a current Medication Authorization Form (blank forms are obtained in the office). The form must be signed by a physician and state that the medication must be administered to the student during regular school hours, and describe the exact method, amount, and time schedule for administration. Authorized medication should be brought to the office by the parent.
This means that students CANNOT bring any type of medication to school. Therefore, they may not share any kind of medication with friends, including over the counter medications such as cough drops or aspirin.
Guidelines for Meal Purchases
http://policy.jordandistrict.org/aa446/
Bluffdale follows the Jordan School District Policy AA446 Wellness through Nutrition and Fitness. It is the parent’s responsibility to ensure their student has money in their account or has an application on file for free or reduced meals. Parents will be notified when their student's account contains $5.00 or less. All lunch accounts must be brought current by the end of the year. The school can refer lunch accounts with a deficit to collections.