Parent Handbook 2008-2009 |
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome
Oakdale Vision
Mission Statement
Oakdale's Theme
Oakdale School Activities
Oakdale History
Purpose of Handbook
School Hours
Attendance
Tardiness
Excessive Absenteeism
Emergency School Closing
Crossing Guards
Responsibilities of Students
General Rules
Bus Regulations
Lunch Rules
Bringing Things to School
Valuables
Students Not Going Home After School
Taking Students Out of School Early
Dress Code
Oakdale Grading Scale
Honor Roll
Homework
Lunch Program
Educational Field Trips
Conferences
Special Education Programs and Services
Visiting School
Withdrawal of Students
Pupil Records
Change of Address Or Phone Number
Oakdale Booster
Volunteers
Telephone
Lost and Found
Child Abuse
Student Health Concerns
Disaster Drills
Welcome
Dear Parents,
We
welcome you to another year at Oakdale School. We are happy to have you
and your children with us this year, and we will make every effort to
make your child's school experience a happy and rewarding one.
May
I assure you that we are well aware that our job requires extensive
cooperation and understanding between the home and the school. There
will be times when we will call upon you to help us as volunteers in
many different ways. Meanwhile, we ask you to feel free to contact us
at any time concerning your child and we, in turn, will keep you
informed through written reports and personal conferences as to your
child's progress in school and the activities of the school.
As
in any operation involving a number of people, certain rules must be
formulated and enforced to allow the operation to run smoothly and
effectively, to create a safe environment, and to enhance the job to be
done. This is especially true in working with young children. Young
children are constantly learning by observing the world around them.
Young children are prone to make mistakes and experience both success
and failure. This is quite natural and we, the Oakdale staff, place a
heavy emphasis on student responsibility for his/her behavior. Both the
teachers and myself have systems of consequences designed to reinforce
good behaviors and work toward eliminating behaviors that are
undesirable. Towards this end, I have found that these behaviors can be
corrected when school and home work together. It is with this thought
in mind that this handbook is prepared for you.
During the year
you will receive written communications from the school. Please check
with your child daily (checking the pockets of younger children often
produced a communication he/she has forgotten about) to be sure you are
receiving them.
When parents and school work together to create
the best possible program for an individual child, a true partnership
will prevail. Honest, two-way communication, characterized by mutual
concern and respect, will help to create an environment when concerns
can be discussed openly, solutions generated, and successes applauded
and shared. We hope that this environment does exist at Oakdale School.
We
are looking forward to a good year at Oakdale School. You will be
working with many helpful, cooperative staff members. Visit school when
you can and do not hesitate to contact us should any problems or
questions arise - (847)360-5482.
Sincerely,
Minerva L. Vega Principal
Return to Top Vision Statement
Oakdale School believes that communication and literacy together are foundations by which children develop and flourish.
Return to Top Mission Statement
Oakdale School's mission is to promote and maintain high academic
standards in all curricular areas. We emphasize communication
skills - specifically language development through literature. In
a positive, supportive, and safe environment, students will acquire the
necessary skills to thrive in a diverse society as life-long learners.
Return to Top Oakdale's Theme
Oakdale's theme is Language and Literature. We will use language
and literature to develop communication skills through reading,
writing, listening, and speaking.
Return to Top Oakdale History
Oakdale School was opened in the middle of the school year during
January of 1958. One of the early problems that teachers had to
deal with was to keep students from trampling down the soybeans in the
farmer's field north of the school. Gene Hawkins, one of the
original eight teachers, was later appointed principal and remained in
that position for twenty-six years. An addition of four classrooms west
of the library was completed and ready for the 1970-71 school year.
Another addition was completed in 1997, three classrooms were added and
the office was enlarged.
Enrollment at Oakdale grew
rapidly through the 70's. When Jackson School closed, Oakdale
received approximately 50 additional students. When Cooke Magnet
opened in 1980, Oakdale became one of four bilingual centers in the
district. Enrollment significantly grew in the 90's and we currently
fluctuate between 600 and 700 students.
High academic
standards have been the hallmark of Oakdale School, and they have been
consistently maintained throughout the years. These standards
have been achieved through the efforts of a dedicated faculty and a
highly supportive group of parents.
Return to Top Purpose of Handbook
The purpose of this handbook is to help the student and parent
understand the rules and regulations of the school. Oakdale
School will:
Help children become aware of their own personal
worth and encourage them to understand and appreciate the worth and
dignity of others.
Provide children with the instruction and
opportunity that will allow them to reach their potential as creative,
responsible human beings.
Help children develop a lifelong love of learning.
Try to develop in the children an interest in what they are learning,
and with it, an appropriate set of attitudes and values about
intellectual activities.
Help children know and examine their
cultural heritage and encourage them to understand and appreciate the
cultural patterns of others.
If a concern arises during the school year, your first step is to
contact your child's teacher. The teacher is the person in charge
of the classroom. He/She is the most knowledgeable person
regarding your child's experiences here at Oakdale
Return to Top SCHOOL HOURS
ENTRY BELL 9:00 A.M.
(Students may not enter the building before the 9:00 entry bell unless
they have permission from their teacher or unless there is an
emergency.
There is one exception to this policy. If
there is a heavy rain or it is extremely cold outside, students will be
allowed to come in the front door and go to the gym. This
decision will be made by the principal or his/her designee. If
the decision is made to have the students enter early, it will be
indicated by a green sign at the front entry. The sign will
state: EARLY ENTRANCE TODAY.
Playground supervision begins at 8:50 a.m. Students should not be on the playground before 8:50 a.m.
MORNING SESSION 9:00 a.m to 11:59 a,m
LUNCH
12: p.m to 12:40 p.m
AFTERNOON SESSION l2:44 p.m. to 3:33 p.m.
(Students should not remain in school or on school property after the
dismissal bell unless they are involved in a school sponsored activity,
or under the direct supervision of a staff member or parent.)
SCHOOL OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Return to Top DOOR BELL
When the front doors are locked during school hours please use the bell to the right of the door.
ATTENDANCE
Please
notify our office by 10:00 a.m. if your child is going to be absent or
tardy (phone 360-5482). You may also leave a message on our
answering machine when the office is closed (between 4:30 p.m. and 8:00
a.m.). Failure to notify us will result in a needless phone call
to home or to work. If we are unable to contact you, your child
will be given an unexcused absence.
Return to Top TARDINESS
Any students entering school after 9:10 a.m. MUST REPORT TO THE OFFICE FIRST TO RECEIVE A PASS TO ENTER CLASS.
Return to Top EXCESSIVE ABSENTEEISM
Excessive absenteeism is considered by the state as missing more than
l5 days a year. Records on excessively absent children will
result in a report to a state agency and may even result in a student
being retained at his/her grade level. In addition those students
who are absent for 10 consecutive days (unless the child is sick), will
be withdrawn from our school. If another student is registered
after the 10th day, that student will be allowed to take your child's
place. After the 10th day a parent must accompany the child back
to school to make sure there is still room for him/her and to update
any records that may have changed.
Return to Top EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSINGS
The Superintendent and/or his designee may close or dismiss school in
extremely inclement weather. In the event that schools are forced
to close, please DO NOT CALL THE SCHOOL. Listen to the radio for
announcements of school closings. The local radio stations are
WKRS/WXLC, WINZ, WLS, WLIP/WJZQ, and WFLD-TV. The target time for
this announcement will be 6:30 a.m.
Return to Top CROSSING GUARDS
If your child crosses at Sunset or McAree he/she must cross at the
corner of Sunset and McAree. Crossing guards are on duty at
Sunset and McAree 25 minutes before the start of the school day and 15
minutes after the school day ends. If your child walks home for
lunch and must cross Sunset and McAree, please notify the office so we
can arrange for a crossing guard during the lunch period.
Return to Top THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF STUDENTS
Students, as citizens, are guaranteed certain individual rights and
have corresponding individual responsibilities. Parents,
teachers, and administrators have a responsibility to protect the
rights of students while maintaining an educational atmosphere
conducive to the teaching and learning process. The concept of
balancing the rights of the individual with the rights of society is as
valid in the educational community as in the larger community.
There are certain special responsibilities required of a citizen who is
a student in school:
1. To become informed of, and adhere to, rules and regulations established by school personnel.
2. To respect the rights and individualities of other students.
3. To refrain from libel, slanderous remarks, and obscenity in verbal and written expression.
4. To dress and groom in a manner that meets reasonable standards of health, cleanliness, and safety.
5. To be punctual and present in the regular or assigned school program to the best of one's ability.
6. To refrain from disobedience, misconduct or behavior that disrupts the educational process.
7. To maintain the best possible level of academic achievement.
8. To respect the exercise of authority by school
personnel in maintaining discipline in the school and at school
sponsored activities.
Return to Top GENERAL RULES
1. During rainy or extremely cold weather, children
will be allowed to enter the building and wait in the gym until the
first bell rings. Children will also remain inside during recess
periods if inclement weather conditions exist.
2. Children are to go directly to their classroom
when entering the building. If they must leave the room for some
reason, they must have permission from their teacher (phone pass,
nurse's pass, misbehavior referral, or note). They must enter and
exit the building using their assigned doors.
3. Children are expected to go directly home at
dismissal time unless they are staying for a parent approved school
activity.
4. Push down, take down, and tackling games are not allowed.
5. Fighting is not allowed on the buses, on the
playground, or in the building. Those who disregard this rule are
subject to suspension from school.
6. A
written excuse is required to stay inside for recesses. Any time
inside beyond three days requires a note from a doctor. Because
of limited supervisory help, we discourage children staying inside at
lunch.
7. Throwing snow in any form is prohibited.
8. Articles which are a hazard to the safety of
others or interfere in some way with school procedures, such as toy
guns, water pistols, bean shooters, sling shots, knives, etc., are
undesirable and will be impounded (if brought to school) and returned
to the parents at his/her request. Students are cautioned not to bring
large amounts of money, radios, or cameras (unless for a specific
class) to school, and if they wear glasses or watches, to keep track of
them at all times.
9. Skateboards are not to be brought to school.
l0. Baseballs (hard balls) are not permitted on the playground. Tennis balls are a great substitute.
11. Candy is not allowed unless as a treat provided for all class members...per teacher approval.
12. All adults working in our building are to be
treated in a respectful manner. Inappropriate behavior by
students to adults will not be tolerated.
13. Possession and/or use of illegal drugs, alcohol,
or other illegal substances on school property will result in
suspension/expulsion and a police report.
14. Any object, instrument, or combination thereof
that is designed, used or intended to be used for the purpose of
causing injury to a person or property of another, or to threaten
another on school property will result in suspension/expulsion and a
possible police report.
Notes: Each teacher
will also have classroom rules that will be explained to his/her
students and posted in the classroom. Consequences for breaking
rules usually begin with a conference with the teacher or principal and
may also include loss of recess privileges, parent conference, and/or
suspension from school depending on the severity of the offense or how
many times it is repeated.
Students who are honest about rules they have broken or
mistakes they have mare are more likely to learn from
their mistakes. Conversely if students lie about their
behavior, they are more likely to repeat the behavior.
Because of this, consequences are frequently doubled if
the students is not honest.
Return to Top BUS REGULATIONS
Many of our students live a distance from school therefore making bus
transportation a necessity. Proper behavior on the bus is
required of all students in the interest of safety for all
passengers. The cooperation of parents is required to assure your
child a safe and uneventful ride to and from school.
To assist in this effort, the following rules are to be applied to all students riding the bus:
1. Students must be on time. The bus will not wait beyond the regular schedule for those who are tardy.
2. Students must obey the driver promptly and respectfully.
3. Students must never stand in the roadway to wait for the bus.
4. Students must behave in an orderly fashion while on the bus.
5. Ordinary conversation with classmates is permitted...no yelling, shouting, or screaming.
6. Riders may not extend arms, legs, or heads out the window of the bus.
7. After students have taken a seat they may not move about or stand until they depart from the bus.
8. No student shall be allowed to ride on any bus
other than the one to which he/she is assigned. Any exceptions to
this rule must be approved by the principal.
9. A
student who wishes to get off at a stop other than his/her own must
have a note from his/her parent and signed by the principal.
l0. If a child is NOT to go home on the bus, he/she
must present written parent permission to the teacher in the morning.
Please note:
If students do not obey bus rules, the bus drivers have been instructed
to write a bus report and give it to the principal. The
consequence for the first report is a one (1) day lunch recess
detention. The second bus report will result in a one (1) day bus
suspension. Any further reports will result in a 3 to 10 day bus
suspension and a parent conference.
If you move, you must notify us one (1) week in advance to arrange any change in your child's transportation.
Return to Top LUNCH RULES
1. Students must obey the adult lunch program supervisors.
2. Students may bring soup or milk in vacuum jars only.
3. Students are not to throw food, napkins, or any other objects.
4. Students are not to make unnecessary noise by
yelling to friends or by popping bags. When the "O" signal is
given or the speaker comes on, the students must be silent and wait for
instructions.
5. Students are to leave their eating area clean.
6. Students must remain seated until dismissed or given adult permission to leave their lunch table.
7. Students may not take any food items outside on the playground.
8. Students may not leave the school grounds during lunch recess.
Notes: If your child goes home for lunch, please notify your child's teacher.
Do not send pop, candy, gum or glass containers with your child's lunch.
If your child purchases lunches, they must be paid for a week in
advance. Milk may be purchased on a day-to- day
basis. More specific information is sent home with the students
at the beginning of each school year.
Failure to obey lunch rules may result in your child losing the privilege of eating lunch at school.
Return to Top BRINGING THINGS TO SCHOOL
The only time students should bring toys, games, etc. to school is when
their teacher instructs them to do so (for show and tell, for
example). The students will assume responsibility for any items
brought to school.
Items specifically NOT to be brought to
school include electronic games, radio, skateboards, roller skates,
cameras, tape recorders or other expensive equipment. The school
cannot be responsible if such items are brought to school. We
would appreciate your help in keeping toys and equipment at home.
Return to Top VALUABLES
Items
of personal value should NOT be brought to school. Students are
encouraged to bring only the amount of money they will need with them
to school. The school cannot be responsible for lost items.
Return to Top STUDENTS NOT GOING HOME AFTER SCHOOL
If there are changes in a student's destination after school, parents
are asked to call BEFORE 2:00 p.m. to instruct the school about
these changes so we can notify the student well before dismissal.
Return to Top TAKING STUDENTS OUT OF SCHOOL EARLY
For the safety of each child, when it becomes essential that a student
be dismissed early from his/her daily schedule, the parent must visit
the office to properly release the student and notify the
teacher. We will not release any student to anyone other than
parents or legal guardians without express written or oral permission
from parents.
A request to have a child excused from classes
early should be sent with the child on the morning of the
dismissal. The time and reason for leaving should be
included. When possible, medical and dental appointments should
be made outside of school hours. A child will be released only to
their parents unless the school has been notified by the parents that
they have granted permission for someone else to pick up their child.
For the child's safety, you must check your child out through the main
office. There is a check-out list on the office counter for you
to fill in. Teachers cannot release students to anyone except
through the main office.
Return to Top DRESS CODE
GIRLS
Navy Jumper, skirt, culottes, pants or walking shorts
White blouse or shirt
White or navy blue polo shirts
White or navy blue turtlenecks
Navy sweater
Navy or white socks or tights
Black dress shoes or tennis shoes, plain black tennis shoes
BOYS
Navy pants or walking shorts
Navy sweater
White or navy blue polo shirt, oxford shirt or turtleneck
Black or navy dress shoes or plain white or black tennis shoes
UNACCEPTABLE
Blue
Jeans, T-shirts with no collar, T-shirts with designs or colors,
Sweatshirts or Sweaters with designs or colors, Sweat pants.
WARM WEATHER TIPS:
1. While navy blue shorts
are permitted, side-slit shorts or biking shorts are unacceptable.
Shorts must be
knee length.
COLD WEATHER TIPS:
1. Please DO see that your child
is properly dressed for the weather....gloves, hats,
scarves, boots , etc.
2. Be certain that zippers and buttons are in working order.
3. Sweatshirt jackets are not always adequate for cool fall days.
4. Children may be excused from outdoor
recess for a maximum of three days with a
parent note stating the reasons why.
After 3 days a doctor's written excuse is necessary.
Return to Top OAKDALE GRADING SCALE
Grades
1-5
Honor Roll Points
91 to 100%
- A
= 4 points
81
to 90% -
B
= 3 points
71
to 80% -
C
= 2 points
61
to 70% -
D
= 1 point
60%
and below -
F
= 0 points
Return to Top OAKDALE HONOR ROLL
Although not every student can be a high academic achiever, all can
excel in other areas and earn special recognition. Each quarter
the category and recognition variers. Categories include perfect
attendance, "Readers and Leaders", most improved and "All Stars in the
Arts". The recognition students could receive bookmarks, pens,
certificates, breakfast with the principal, etc. and have their picture
displayed on a bulletin board.
Return to Top HOMEWORK
Oakdale School supports the assignment of homework to students when its
purpose is to enrich and extend school experiences. Homework that
is assigned by the teacher is mandatory. Many teachers use it as
part of their grading system. To ensure that homework is a
productive learning experience, the following guidelines have been
established:
l. Homework assignments
must be an extension of concepts presented in class. Clean,
concise instructions must be given, and it is suggested that the
assignment will be given only after the teacher has modeled the skill
and provided guided and independent practice.
2. The amount of homework given depends on the grade
level, the nature of the class, the students, and the teacher.
Each grade level or individual teacher will inform you of his/her
policies. The average amount of time that your
child should spend on homework is:
Kindergarten
Read to your child, share his/her day
Primary (1st - 3rd) 30 minutes daily
Intermediate (4th - 5th) 45-60 minutes daily
HOMEWORK TIPS:
1. Have a set time for homework each night.
2. Have a suitable place to do homework (good lighting and quiet).
3. Parents, show interest in what your children are doing but do not do the work for them.
Return to Top LUNCH PROGRAM
Oakdale offers lunch program. All parents will receive this information the first week of school.
Return to Top EDUCATIONAL FIELD TRIPS
Student trips for educational purposes are encouraged by the Board of
Education as a means of supplementing and enriching the classroom
experience. Written permission from the parents or guardians must
be obtained before students may be taken on field trips outside the
school grounds. Walking trips in the immediate vicinity of the
school are authorized through a blanket notification to the parents at
the beginning of the year.
Return to Top CONFERENCES
Parent-teacher conferences are formally conducted in November. They are
a primary source of communication between home and school and their
importance should not be underestimated. Both parents should plan
on attending if possible. Parents or teachers may request a-
conference at any other time during the school year. Regular
conferences between parents and teacher provide an excellent
opportunity to discuss many details about the child's school
experiences that cannot be conveyed on the report card and will help
your child see that both parents and teachers care about
his/her
progress and have confidence in him/her. We hope that each parent
will be able to confer with our teachers on a regular basis during the
school year. Send a note to the teacher or call the school office
to schedule a conference other than November and January.
The
following questions are suggested as items for discussion at
parent/teacher conferences. These guidelines may be used by both
parents and teachers in preparation for conferences.
I Academics
A. What are the student's strengths?
B. How is the school building on those
strengths? (e.g. enrichment, independent
study)
C. What are the student's weaknesses?
D. How is the school dealing with these weaknesses?
E. What can the parents do?
II Attitude
A. What is the student's attitude toward learning?
B. Does the student accept constructive criticism?
C. How does the student handle problem solving?
D. How does the student deal with frustration?
III Social Development
A. How does the student relate to peers and teachers?
B. Does he/she accept the limits of the school situation?
C. Is the student cooperative?
D. How does the student respond in a group situation?
E. Is the student's self-concept a positive one?
Return to Top SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
District
60 has a comprehensive special education program designed to provide an
appropriate education for special needs students. At Oakdale
School resources are available to intervene on behalf of students who
are experiencing difficulty in school. The Pupil Personnel
Services (PPS) team (principal, psychologist, nurse, social worker,
speech/language clinician, learning disabilities teacher and Chapter I
teacher) meets on a regular basis during the school year to discuss
students of concern. If you feel your child is having difficulty,
consult with his/her teacher or the school principal about screening by
the PPS team.
Services are also available for screening
preschool children (ages 3 and 4) who might be high risk. If you
have concerns about your preschool child, contact the school nurse to
arrange a screening by the W.E.E. team.
Return to Top VISITING SCHOOL
Parents
are encouraged to visit school and their child's classroom throughout
the year. When visiting school the following guidelines need to
be adhered to:
1. We ask that you get in touch with the classroom teacher to arrange a time to visit the classroom.
2.Parents are required to check in with the office to sign in and to
receive a visitor's pass before proceeding to a classroom.
3.When in a classroom, try not to disturb the class in any way.
4.Do not use this time to talk to your child's teacher. Schedule time before or after school to talk with him/her.
Return to Top WITHDRAWAL OF STUDENTS
The
school should be notified at least two (2) days in advance of a
student's impending withdrawal. The student will receive a
withdrawal form and instructions from the office. All textbooks,
library books, lunch payments, and fines must be cleared before the
student's records are sent to another school. When we receive a
request from your child's new school, we will send the school records
immediately.
Return to Top PUPIL RECORDS
All
information entered in a pupil's individual school record shall be
factual and have clear relevance to the education of the pupil.
Only those persons designated in State and Federal law shall have
access to, or receive information from, individual pupil records.
Parents and eligible pupils (pupils who have reached the age of 18)
have the right to examine and copy the school records of their own
children or themselves.
If parents wish to examine their
children's records, they are requested to make an appointment with the
principal prior to coming to school.
Return to Top CHANGE OF ADDRESS OR PHONE NUMBER
If
you change your mailing address, home telephone number, or work number,
PLEASE NOTIFY THE SCHOOL AT ONCE. We need to be able to contact
you immediately if your child should become ill, have an accident, etc.
Return to Top OAKDALE BOOSTERS
Joining
and being active in the Oakdale Boosters is an excellent way to become
involved with your child's school and his/her education. The
Oakdale Boosters believe in service to the students and are helpful in
carring out fund-raising programs that enhance our educational
programs. The Oakdale Boosters provide a link between the school
and the community.
Return to Top VOLUNTEERS
We
welcome and depend on having parents as aides, observers, and
participants. Being room parents, chaperones, and library aides
are just some of the opportunities for parents to become involved in
their child's education. If you would like to volunteer, please
contact the school office or classroom teacher. Please remember
to always come first to the school office. Volunteers may park in
the staff parking area.
Extended family members and senior citizens are also welcome to serve as volunteers.
Return to Top TELEPHONE
Messages
for students will be taken by the office when there is an emergency or
when it is essential for a student to receive information.
Students are not usually called to the phone. Since office
telephones are constantly in use for school business, students may not
use an office telephone to call home unless there is an emergency.
Return to Top LOST AND FOUND
The lost and found box is located in the hallway outside the office. Students can check for lost items during lunch.
Return to Top CHILD ABUSE
The
school district recognizes its responsibility to report any situation
hazardous to children enrolled in school (under the age of 18) to the
appropriate authorities, and to help with the prevention of child abuse
and neglect by disseminating information and conducting inservice
programs for staff.
Teachers, school administrators, truant
officers, social workers, and registered nurses must report cases of
suspected child abuse or neglect to the State Department of Children
and Family Services (DCFS).
Return to Top STUDENT HEALTH CONCERNS
Communicable
Disease Control: Illness and disease within the school
increase student and school personnel absenteeism.
Communicable disease prevention is, therefore, of utmost
importance. Parents, students, and teachers must understand their
responsibilities in communicable disease control. The following
measures will be taken to prevent the spread of communicable diseases:
1.Prompt dismissal of students who become ill in school.
2.Exclusion of students with communicable diseases until they are no longer contagious.
3.Notification of parents, as deemed necessary by the school nurse,
when a serious communicable disease breaks out in school so that
students who show early signs and symptoms of disease may be kept home.
Communicable diseases commonly found in schools are staphylococcal
infections (such as impetigo), scabies, conjunctivitis (pink eye),
chicken pox, ringworm, and streptococcal infections (strep throat,
etc.). In addition head lice is very communicable. Should
your child contract one of these, please check with your physician or
our school nurse regarding proper treatment. These children will
be checked by our school nurse before re-entry into school.
Parents must accompany students to school to be checked out by the
nurse. Because the nurse is not at Oakdale every day, please call
in advance to make an appointment with her. Other communicable
diseases will be handled in a like manner, as deemed necessary by the
principal and school nurse, and in accordance with Board Policy and the
regulations of the Lake County Health Department.
Note:
Children who have had Chicken Pox may return to school seven (7) days
after eruption - when all lesions are dried. Children returning
before this time period are asked to present a note from the physician.
Keep Your Sick Child at Home: Oakdale shares a registered nurse
with three other District #60 schools, therefore our nurse is not in
the school building at all times. It is important that a sick
child NOT be sent to school for the nurse to evaluate. It is the
responsibility of the parent to determine whether or not the child is
too ill to go to school. This should be based on the way the
child feels, as well as by the symptoms he/she may have.
Some indications to keep your child at home include:
1. If his/her temperature is 99 or above,
2. If he/she complains of a persistent headache,
3. If he/she vomits or has diarrhea,
4. If he/she breaks out in a suspicious rash,
5. If he/she complains of a stomach ache or tiredness which may or may not be accompanied by other symptoms.
Please do not give your child acetaminophen (Tylenol, Datril) before
sending him/her to school in the morning. Doing so may mask
symptoms of a serious illness. Parents can usually tell when
their child is not feeling quite like him/her self. If there is
any question in the parent's mind about school attendance, please allow
the child to remain at home to gain extra rest the body may need.
This may well serve to ward off a more lenthy illness!
If a
child has a temperature of 99.6 or is experiencing continued discomfort
or pain or is unable to attend to his school work, the family or
emergency contact will be notified. It is important for us to
have every child's emergency information on file in the school office
so that we may contact parents quickly if necessary.
Temporary
Disability/Physical Education Excuses: When a student is to be
excused from Physical Education classes on a long term basis (more than
3 days) because of an illness or injury, a note from the physician is
required. This note must indicate the nature of the illness or
injury and the date the student may return to Physical Education
class. Children who are in leg casts and/or are on crutches may
not return to school without physician's written approval. If the
child's classroom is on the second floor, your physician will also need
to approve use of the stairs. Please telephone the school nurse
prior to your child's return to school.
It is the
responsibility of the parent to keep the school informed regarding
health problems that arise during the school year.
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The
following disaster drills are held each year at Oakdale School in
accordance with the School Code of Illinois and the State Department of
Safety:
1.Fire drills are held each grading period.
2.Tornado drills are held on the first Tuesday of each month.
3.Bus evacuation drills are held twice a year.
4.In case of a nuclear accident, the entire school will be evacuated to
Wheeling High School, District #214, 900 S. Elmhurst, Wheeling,
IL. Alternate: Buffalo Grove High School, 1100 Dundee Road,
Buffalo Grove, IL.
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