Table of Contents FOREWORD.................................................................................................................................................... 4 STATEMENT OF BELIEFS..............................................................................................................................5 CODE OF ETHICS...........................................................................................................................................6 Pillow Academy Board Members..................................................................................................................7 Pillow Academy Administration....................................................................................................................7 Administrative Staff........................................................................................................................................7 Faculty K4-5................................................................................................................................................8 Pillow Academy Admission Policy.............................................................................................................10 GENERAL RULES AND GUIDELINES.........................................................................................................11 School Hours............................................................................................................................................11 Bell Schedule............................................................................................................................................11 Late Start Mornings...................................................................................................................................11 Purchasing Lunch........................................................................................................................................12 Hot Lunch Orders.....................................................................................................................................12 Parent Visitation and Waiting Area...........................................................................................................12 Teachers’ Lounge.....................................................................................................................................12 Delivery of Personal Items........................................................................................................................12 Use of the Office Telephone.....................................................................................................................13 Class Parties/Celebrations.......................................................................................................................13 Birthday Guidelines.................................................................................................................................. 13 “Show and Tell” and Bringing Toys to School...........................................................................................14 Child Custody...........................................................................................................................................14 Medical Form............................................................................................................................................14 KINDERGARTEN POLICIES.........................................................................................................................15 PURPOSES OF PA KINDERGARTEN..........................................................................................................15 Kindergarten Recommendations..............................................................................................................15 Conferences............................................................................................................................................. 16 Basic Kindergarten Guidelines - Good Citizen Rules...............................................................................16 Kindergarten Consequences*...................................................................................................................17 Biting.........................................................................................................................................................17 Kindergarten Playground Rules................................................................................................................17 Toilet Habits..............................................................................................................................................18 Kindergarten Developmental/Skills Testing..............................................................................................18 Homework.................................................................................................................................................18 Essential Learning Systems (ELS)...........................................................................................................19 ARRIVAL and DEPARTURE POLICIES........................................................................................................19 Traffic and Carpool Safety Precautions and Courtesies...........................................................................19 Early Arrivals.............................................................................................................................................20 Pick-Up Procedures for ONLY Kindergarten............................................................................................21 DRESS CODE................................................................................................................................................21 Dress Code for K4 and K5........................................................................................................................21 ALL Boys..................................................................................................................................................22 1
ALL Girls...................................................................................................................................................22 ELEMENTARY ACADEMIC INFORMATION............................................................................................24 Academic Grading Scale Citizenship Grading Scale................................................................................24 Reporting of Student Progress Grades 1 – 5........................................................................................... 24 Promotion and Retention..........................................................................................................................25 Summer School........................................................................................................................................25 Take-Home Tuesday.................................................................................................................................25 Homework Assignments...........................................................................................................................26 Assigned Major Test Dates.......................................................................................................................26 Conferences............................................................................................................................................. 27 Grievance Procedure................................................................................................................................27 PA PACE........................................................................................................................................................28 Essential Learning Systems (ELS)...........................................................................................................29 Scholastic Recognition.............................................................................................................................30 Headmaster’s List -.............................................................................................................................30 Principal’s List.....................................................................................................................................30 National Elementary Honor Society (NEHS)............................................................................................30 CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE........................................................................................................................31 Philosophy of Discipline............................................................................................................................31 Types of Disciplinary Action......................................................................................................................31 Citizenship Grades.......................................................................................................................................34 Mustang Courtesies (Behavior Guidelines)..................................................................................................................................35 ARRIVAL and DEPARTURE POLICIES........................................................................................................37 Arrival for ONLY Grades 1- 5....................................................................................................................37 Arrival for Kindergarten and Elementary.................................................................................................. 38 Pick-Up Procedures for Grades 1 – 5 ONLY............................................................................................38 Pick-Up Procedures for Elementary and Kindergarten.............................................................................39 Pick-Up Procedures for Elementary and Junior High...............................................................................39 General Policies............................................................................................................................................39 Severe Disruptions and Behaviors...........................................................................................................39 Gum.......................................................................................................................................................... 40 Cheating................................................................................................................................................... 40 Athletic Events..........................................................................................................................................40 Tobacco and Smokeless Tobacco (Vaping)..............................................................................................41 Drugs and Alcohol....................................................................................................................................41 Break-Ins, Defacements or Vandalism.....................................................................................................41 Theft..........................................................................................................................................................41 Weapons and Threats..............................................................................................................................42 Bullying (Harassment, Hazing, and/or Intimidation):................................................................................ 42 Disrespect.................................................................................................................................................42 Social Media Policy.................................................................................................................................. 43 General Health Guidelines....................................................................................................................... 45 Illness during the School Day...................................................................................................................45 2
First Aid.....................................................................................................................................................45 Administering Medication to Students......................................................................................................45 Request to stay Inside at Recess.............................................................................................................46 Pink Eye....................................................................................................................................................46 Head Lice................................................................................................................................................. 46 Fever and Other Symptoms..................................................................................................................... 46 Control of Communicable Diseases.........................................................................................................47 MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION..............................................................................................................47 Immunization............................................................................................................................................ 47 Field Trips.................................................................................................................................................47 Daily Devotional and Pledge of Allegiance...............................................................................................48 Unscheduled School Closings..................................................................................................................48 Technology....................................................................................................................................................48 Guidelines........................................................................................................................................... 51 Students and Parents/Guardians acknowledgement..........................................................................52 Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Devices.....................................................................................................53 Network Considerations......................................................................................................................53 Personal Safety..................................................................................................................................53 Penalties................................................................................................................................................... 53 Accelerated Reader (AR).............................................................................................................................54 FACTS SIS.....................................................................................................................................................54 PillowAcademy.com..................................................................................................................................... 55 Pillow Academy Parents’ Association (PAPA)...........................................................................................55 Change in Parent Notification Information................................................................................................55 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES......................................................................................................................55 Fire............................................................................................................................................................55 Tornado.....................................................................................................................................................56 Lockdown................................................................................................................................................. 56 APPENDIX..................................................................................................................................................... 57
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FOREWORD This handbook has been prepared for your convenience and guidance. Please consult it often. In it you will find outlined most of the school’s policies and regulations. Your parents, too, will find it helpful and informative. When policies, rules, and regulations are adopted, the first consideration is the welfare of the students. We believe the handbook we have set up will promote that welfare. You are asked to follow the rules as stated. Please do not ask for exceptions to be made. While many areas have been addressed, there is little doubt that issues and circumstances could arise that are not covered in this handbook. The administration of Pillow Academy reserves the right to modify any handbook policy throughout the school year in order to address any new or changing circumstances. All problems involving interpretation of and enforcement of these policies and rules are the responsibility of the administration. If you do not find herein the information desired within this handbook, please ask your principal or teacher.
“Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.” Romans 12:12 …..
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MISSION STATEMENT Pillow Academy's mission, as a college preparatory school, is to educate the whole child in an environment of academic excellence and Christian values, so that each child is challenged to grow and mature in knowledge, wisdom, and service.
STATEMENT OF BELIEFS ● Our students are educated in an environment of Christian values and academic excellence that challenges each student to grow and to mature in knowledge, wisdom, and service.
● Our curriculum should incorporate a variety of learning activities and multiple teaching strategies to provide an equal opportunity for all students to learn.
● Education of all children academically, physically, spiritually, and artistically in a safe and physically comfortable environment is a priority.
● Students learn best when they actively engage in the learning process.
● Teachers, administrators, students, and the board of directors share the responsibility for creating the proper learning environment within our school.
● Student performance is enhanced by mutual respect between students and staff when high expectations for learning are maintained.
● Parental and community support and involvement are necessary to motivate students for optimum success in education.
● The school community should focus on a shared mission, vision, goals, and actions to provide the highest quality education.
● An ongoing process to evaluate, update, and improve the school should continue to be a priority to ensure that our students receive the highest quality education possible.
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CODE OF ETHICS
P ride in school and self I mprovement L ove of country L ove of teachers and fellow students O pen minded W illingness to participate A cademic excellence
C ourage A thletics D evotion to duty E arn respect M anners Y oung in spirit
H ave a system in all work I can succeed G ainful work H elpful to others
S portsmanship above victory C ourtesy to students and teachers H onesty always O bedience to teachers and supervisors O rderly in appearance and work L oyalty
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Pillow Academy Board Members Mrs. Crystal Downing
Mr. Ryan Strawbridge
Mr. Clint Dunn
Mrs. Beth Williams
Mr. Jonathan Mills Mr. Scott Wynne Pillow Academy Administration Head of School Mrs. Sulee Blansett Associate Head of School Mr. Clete Putnam Assistant Secondary Principal Mr. Steve Gleason Elementary Principal
Mrs. Mary Courtney Wilson
Athletic Director
Mr. Bruce Branch
Administrative Staff
Business Manager
Mrs. Jamie Bledsoe
Guidance Counselor
Mrs. Tracy Carter
Computer Operations
Mrs. Holly Ann Singh
Admission Director
Mrs. Catherine Fisher
School Information Systems
Mrs. Holly Ann Singh
Campus Maintenance Director
Mr. Jeff Jones
Administrative Assistant
Mrs. Angela Fancher
Elementary Administrative Assistant
Mrs. Charlotte Mims
Receptionist
Mrs. Brandee Holly
Bookkeeper/Payroll Manager
Ms. Lori Beth Gann
Development Director
Mrs. Shawna Young
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Faculty K4-5
Mary Kathryn Acosta
Elementary Music
Melinda Allen
Kindergarten: 4 Year Old
Stephanie Avant
Elementary Computer
Monica Bartlett
Kindergarten Assistant
Anna Bellipanni
1st Grade
Ann Bratton
4th Grade English & Reading
Mary Clare Brock
Elementary PE/Athletics
Allison Calhoun
Kindergarten: 5 Year Old
Brit Carter
Elementary Bible and Library
Shea Crowder
5th Grade Math & Spelling
Emmie Daugherty
5th Grade English & Reading
Heather Garrard
Kindergarten: 4 Year Old
Laura Gore
1st Grade
Heather Harris
3rd Grade
Jan Locke
Kindergarten: 4 Year Old
Patricia Lucic
Kindergarten: 5 Year Old
Terri McDaniel
4th and 5th Grade Science
Lindsay Miller
Elementary PACE
Doshie Montgomery
Kindergarten Assistant
Jennifer Moses
2nd Grade
Kacey Reeser
Kindergarten: 5 Year Old
Pamela Robinette
3rd Grade
Jennifer Roden
2nd Grade
Kristin Stubbs
3rd Grade
David Taylor
Elementary Art
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Kathie Thornhill
1st Grade
Adrian Tribble
Elementary ELS
Kim Turner
Kindergarten: 4 Year Old
Cyndi Wallace
2nd Grade
Donna Wilson
4th & 5th Grade Social Studies
Cari Brooke White
Elementary PACE
Lisa Woods
4th Grade Math & Spelling
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Pillow Academy Admission Policy
Criteria for admission:
● Families enrolling at Pillow Academy must provide the following: o Registration Fee of $225 for new families o Completed Admission Application o Completed Financial Agreement Contract o Payment of Tuition and Fees o A copy of student’s transcript (if applicable)
o Most recent report card (if applicable) o Achievement test scores (if applicable) o A copy of the student’s Social Security Card o A certified copy of the student’s birth certificate – to remain on file at Pillow Academy o A Mississippi Immunization Certificate o Contact information from previous school for character reference(s) ● Student must have grades from former school that indicate probable success at Pillow Academy. ● Student must receive a favorable background report as stated by former school officials (including behavior and proper actions). ● All students entering grades K5-12 must take an admission test administered by a school official. ● Any student entering grades 6-12 that was not enrolled at Pillow Academy the previous year, must complete and pass a drug test screening process prior to acceptance at Pillow Academy. This screening will be at the parent’s expense. ● To be eligible to graduate from Pillow Academy, a student must complete a minimum of 3 consecutive semesters at Pillow Academy. These semesters must include 2nd semester of Junior year (11th grade) and both semesters of Senior year (12th grade). ● Final admission will be determined by a student’s past record and results on the admission test. ● All admissions are subject to approval by the Board of Directors. ● Pillow Academy will use a student’s biological gender, per issued birth certificate, to determine sports participation and use of facilities within the school. Pillow Academy admits students of any race, color, nationality, or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, nationality, or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, and athletic or other school administered programs.
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GENERAL RULES AND GUIDELINES
School Hours
Elementary (Grades 1-5) school hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 3:05 p.m. for students unless parents are notified of changes. Kindergarten school hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 2:40 p.m. for students unless parents are notified of changes. Teachers are on duty from 7:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Bell Schedule
8:00 a.m.
Tardy Bell
10:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Lunch Rotations
2:40 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Kindergarten Dismissal
3:05 p.m. - 3:25 p.m.
Elementary Dismissal
Late Start Mornings
Periodically throughout the school year, Pillow Academy will have “Late-Start” mornings. On these days, the academic day will NOT begin until 10:00 AM. Students are not required to be at school until 10:00 a.m. Some staff members will be on duty these mornings at 7:40 a.m. to supervise students that need to arrive at the regular school day time. PA faculty and staff members will use this time for meetings and staff development. Detailed information will be posted before these dates. … ………………………
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Purchasing Lunch
Both hot and cold lunches are provided by MMI Food Service. To set up a free and secure meal account for your child’s lunch purchases, go to MealpayPlus.com or access the link at PillowAcademy.com . This online service offers parents convenience and information, eliminates the need to send checks to school or worry about lost or forgotten lunch money. MealpayPlus allows you to check your child’s current balance and add money to the account online and monitor the items your child purchases in the cafeteria. It is very important that you check your child’s account weekly and always keep a positive balance! If you do not wish to pay online, please make checks to MMI Food Services and send them to your student’s teacher.
Hot Lunch Orders
Teachers are required to turn in all hot lunch orders before 8:30 a.m. each morning. If your child must come to school after that time for any reason, please be sure to send his or her lunch from home.
Parent Visitation and Waiting Area In order to ensure the safest possible environment for Pillow students and staff, all parents and visitors must check in at the elementary office. Please press the Intercom button outside of the main office door to identify yourself to the main office secretary or principal before entering the building. DO NOT GO TO YOUR CHILD’S CLASSROOM . If you are picking your child up early, please sign your student out and wait for him or her in the designated parent waiting area just inside the front door. This will eliminate unnecessary disturbances in the classrooms.
Teachers’ Lounge
The teachers’ lounge is designed for the teachers to have a place to relax during their break time. Students are NOT allowed in the teacher’s lounge. Please respect their privacy and use the waiting area in the hallway.
Delivery of Personal Items
The office staff will deliver any necessities that are brought to a student such as lunch or a backpack. DO NOT GO TO YOUR CHILD’S CLASSROOM. Pillow Academy will not accept delivery of flowers, balloons, or other favors. Such deliveries should be made to the student’s home.
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Use of the Office Telephone
Students should never use the office telephone to make a call without permission from the secretary, principal, or a teacher. Students receiving calls will not be taken out of class unless there is an emergency.
Class Parties/Celebrations
Flowers, balloons, or other favors may not be delivered to the student at school. All classes have several parties and celebrations during the school year. Parents are asked to volunteer to assist with at least two or three of these events. Party favors are NOT allowed. LIGHT snacks are sufficient. Please keep arrangements as simple as possible. Do not bring any other siblings to classroom parties or field trips in which you are involved.
Birthday Guidelines
Birthdays are special celebrations in Elementary. Invitations may be given out at school if you invite every child in the classroom or all the boys or all of the girls. We will not allow a child to give out “select” invitations. The following guidelines should be followed in exchanging social invitations: ● All boys in a particular class or grade will receive invitations (Boy Party). ● All girls in a particular class or grade will receive invitations (Girl Party). ● All children in a particular class or grade will receive invitations (Boy and Girl Party). ● Invitations are never to be passed out to a few children in another classroom. Please mail these invitations. ● Cupcakes or other simple treats that require no teacher preparation may be sent to school on the student’s birthday. Please give the teacher advance notice of your plans.Party favors are NOT allowed. Snacks are sufficient. Please keep arrangements as simple as possible. ● Children with summer birthdays may adopt a day in May for their early birthday celebration. ● Limousine pick-ups are not allowed at school. ● Group pick-ups are not allowed. All groups must meet off campus for an after school event. PA does not allow “select” group pick-ups. Group pick-ups for the entire class or grade may be scheduled with the principal.
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“Show and Tell” and Bringing Toys to School
Teachers may declare specific days as “Show and Tell Day.” If a “Show and Tell Day” is scheduled for the class, the classroom teacher will send notification. At no time should toys be brought to school unless they relate to the teacher’s assignment. Expensive toys should never be brought to school for any reason.
Child Custody
If you have a court order that limits the rights of one parent in matters such as custody or visitation, please bring a copy to the elementary office. Unless your court order is on file with the school, we must provide parental rights allowed by law concerning records, visitation, and information about the child.
Medical Form
A medical form will be issued for each student. Parents must get the form notarized and returned to the elementary office before ANY medication will be administered at school. This includes over-the-counter and prescription drugs from home. The form will be kept in the student’s cumulative folder. This is a one-time requirement for students in grades K4-5.
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KINDERGARTEN POLICIES
PURPOSES OF PA KINDERGARTEN ● To introduce school as a worthwhile and pleasant experience for the child ● To keep the child ever aware of God’s love and His purpose in our lives ● To make the child appreciate his or her own abilities and encourage their desire for learning ● To encourage the child to respect other people and himself or herself ● To help each child learn to listen and follow directions ● To teach the child to use his or her time productively, to make wise decisions, and to assume responsibility for his or her actions ● To teach the social values of courtesy, sharing, and manners ● To help the child learn to work both independently and cooperatively with others ● To introduce the child to basic reading, math, writing, language, social studies, and science concepts ● To offer creative and artistic experiences ● To provide an atmosphere that will inspire each child to look forward to future years in school with happy anticipation and enthusiasm
Kindergarten Recommendations
Since this first experience with school is so vital in developing a positive attitude toward school for years to come, we suggest the following: ● Before your child comes to kindergarten, always mention this experience with a smile and positive words so that he/she will anticipate it with eagerness and pleasure. We encourage you to be involved in your child’s kindergarten life. Discuss the day’s happenings, review any papers or projects brought home, admire his or her art activities, etc. ● Please label the inside of all of your child’s coats, gloves, hats, etc. Talk with him or her about responsibility for their belongings. Please remember every student’s clothes are the same. ● Each child needs to bring a backpack. This helps teach responsibility and organization. ABSOLUTELY NO ROLLING BACKPACKS ARE ALLOWED IN KINDERGARTEN . 15
● Look through the bag every day with your child . We often send notes home. ● Be aware of all correspondence, reminders, etc. that are sent from school personnel. All notes should be signed and promptly returned to your child’s teacher.
Conferences
The classroom teacher is the person to talk with FIRST about your child’s progress. Conferences with teachers should be arranged by emailing the teacher. Please schedule school conferences or telephone conferences during the teacher’s daily conference period or after school. Conferences are best held at school where all materials are readily available for reference. We respect the right of privacy for each child and parent and request that you do also. The principal is the person to talk with if you wish to discuss the administration of the school’s policies or rules, or if you have a matter of concern that affects the larger school community. Conferences with the principal may be scheduled at any time between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. on school days. Except in cases of emergency, conferences should be by appointment. Call the school secretary at 662-453-3600 to arrange a conference with the principal. K4 and K5 parents will be contacted regarding required parent-teacher conferences scheduled at the end of the first nine weeks grading period.
Basic Kindergarten Guidelines - Good Citizen Rules
There are five basic “Good Citizen” rules of behavior that are emphasized in the kindergarten classroom: 1. Follow directions the first time. 2. Raise your hand and be recognized before speaking. 3. Listen when others speak. 4. Stay in your assigned area or seat. 5. Keep your hands, feet, and objects to yourself.
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Kindergarten Consequences*
If a child chooses to disobey a “Good Citizen” rule, the consequences are as follows: 1 st offense Verbal Warning and teacher reminds student of classroom Rule
2 nd offense
Brief “time out” period and discussion of expectation
3 rd offense
Time Out, work detail, walking recess, Private Student-Teacher Conference, note/call to parent, or parent-teacher-student conference Teacher submitted discipline report via email to principal, Emailed discipline report to parents from principal (to be signed by parent) and/or in school suspension
4 th offense
Second discipline report emailed; conference with student, teacher, principal, and parents; further punishment from
Principal is possible
*Administration reserves the right to skip steps based on the nature of the offense.
Biting
Biting is absolutely not permitted. When the first offense occurs, the child will be placed in “Time Out” isolation and the parents will be contacted. If a biting incident is repeated, parents will be asked to come to school and take their child home.
Kindergarten Playground Rules
Please discuss the following rules with your student: 1. Never put rocks into your nose, mouth, ears, etc. or into anyone else’s. Rocks are not to be thrown or put into pockets. 2. Sit on swing seats. Never stand on , twist, or jump out of the swings. 3. Do not walk near someone swinging. 4. On the big playground set, do not jump off or climb up the slide, sit on the side of the bridge, or jump on top of the bridge area. 17
Toilet Habits
All children in our K4-K5 program must be able to take care of their own bodily functions. After your child goes to the bathroom, he or she must flush the toilet, clean him or herself, and wash his or her hands. We also expect the child to leave the bathroom clean. Please see that your child can accomplish these skills before he or she starts our program. This includes nap time. If there is a major accident, the teacher or assistant will call you at home or at work to come to school, clean your child, and provide clean clothes. Our teachers cannot leave their class to tend to these needs on a regular basis. Children who have frequent accidents will be asked to leave the program until training is completed. We realize that accidents will occasionally occur, and we will be very sensitive with these. Reporting of Kindergarten Student Progress Required parent-teacher conferences will be scheduled with all kindergarten parents at the end of the first nine-week grading period. Additional conferences may be scheduled at any time throughout the school year if the teacher or parent has a concern. Please check your child’s school work folder on a regular basis to monitor strengths and weaknesses. Your child’s success at school is largely dependent on the parent-teacher “teamwork” that occurs throughout the school year.
Kindergarten Developmental/Skills Testing
A Readiness Test is administered at the teacher’s request to kindergarten students during the spring semester. Parents will receive a copy of test results and will be given a chance to schedule a conference if desired. Promotion to the next grade level is based on teacher recommendation, principal recommendation, and skills/developmental tests results.
Homework
K4
Written Homework 5 minutes
K5
Written Homework 5 minutes Reading Homework 5 minutes
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Essential Learning Systems (ELS)
ELS is a program that uses computer technology to help students develop the skills that are necessary for learning. A multi-sensory, interactive system rewards the student with positive feedback that has been studied and shown to promote learning. ELS is also a therapeutic program much like physical therapy for the brain. These exercises have been developed to strengthen the weak processing areas of the brain. The main objective of ELS is to help students become independent learners. Although ELS targets reading and reading comprehension, it addresses many other facets of learning. Some areas of improvement that ELS may help are organizational skills, ordering of thoughts, sequencing, focusing, staying on task, verbalizing, handwriting, short-term memory, long-term memory, and the building of self-confidence. ELS is not a program that labels students as “different”; it is not just for our lowest functioning students; it is not limited to students with learning disabilities. Many ELS students are extremely bright with high I.Q.s and good grades. There is an additional charge for the ELS program. Both kindergarten and elementary students may enroll.
ARRIVAL and DEPARTURE POLICIES
Traffic and Carpool Safety Precautions and Courtesies
1. Always drive carefully and follow the flow of traffic requested by school officials. 2. Have your child’s name tag visible in the front window of your vehicle. If you need more than one name tag, please notify the office. 3. Encourage your child to watch for his or her ride in the afternoon. If he or she rides in a daycare van, help your child learn to identify the van and the name of the driver. 4. If your child rides a van regularly, but for some reason is not going to ride on a particular afternoon, please notify the school office by email ( cmims@pak12.com or mcwilson@pak12.com ) and explain what the change will be. This is most important and should be done before 2:00 p.m. if at all possible. 5. A child must go home his or her usual way unless the office is notified by email ( cmims@pak12.com or mcwilson@pak12.com ).
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6. Kindergarten students who ride in cars are dismissed at 2:40. You are requested to come for your child or carpool group promptly. Teachers are off-duty at 3:30 p.m. 7. For the safety of our students and teachers on duty, PLEASE put your car in “PARK” when you pick-up students and DO NOT USE CELL PHONES. Your full attention should be directed toward the actions of our students. 8. Always be courteous to others when waiting in the carpool line. Every day there are “first-timers” or visitors who have the misfortune of arriving during carpool time while attempting to get to campus sports events, meetings, etc.
Early Arrivals
Please make arrangements for your child to arrive at school after 7:30 a.m. when a teacher will be on duty. School doors will remain locked until 7:30 a.m. It is extremely dangerous to leave your child in an unsupervised situation. For safety reasons, please place your vehicle in PARK and DO NOT USE CELL PHONES during carpool time . AFTER THE FIRST DAY, PLEASE LET YOUR CHILD ENTER THE BUILDING WITHOUT YOUR ASSISTANCE. DUTY TEACHERS WILL ASSIST THEM. Arrival for ONLY Kindergarten The kindergarten building is located on the west side of the elementary building. Please enter through the left fork of the road unless you are also dropping off elementary students. The kindergarten building will open at 7:30 a.m. For your child’s safety, we ask that you wait for the teacher on duty to assist your child from the vehicle. If parents need to enter the building during morning arrival time, please park in the parking lot nearest the cafeteria. Any time you are inside the kindergarten building, please make sure your vehicle’s engine is turned OFF and keys are removed from the ignition.
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Pick-Up Procedures for ONLY Kindergarten
● In order to make carpool dismissal more efficient, kindergarten departure time is from 2:40 - 3:00. It is very important that the kindergarten carpool be completed before the elementary carpool begins at 3:05 p.m. ● Please remain in line until the vehicles in front of you move. There is no passing during carpool. ● Parents who pick-up only kindergarten students may enter through the left fork of the road and proceed to the kindergarten building. A teacher will bring your child to your vehicle. ● If your child is to ride home with anyone other than the regular carpool or daycare van, please email the elementary office ( cmims@pak12.com or mcwilson@pak12.com ) before 2:00 p.m. so the message can be delivered to the teacher before dismissal begins. It is the parent’s responsibility to inform anyone who may pick-up their student(s) of these guidelines. DRESS CODE Kindergarten students are required to dress in a manner that reflects modesty, Christian values, common sense, and neatness. The following specific uniform rules are to be followed by all kindergarten students.
Dress Code for K4 and K5
● Clothing items must be approved Land’s End products or items that have been specifically approved for school wear through PAPA’s Mustang Shop. ● Shorts and pants do not have to be Land’s End, but must be a true khaki color. No cargo style pants/shorts. ● Only approved uniform outerwear may be worn on the school campus during school hours. Students are not allowed to wear their own personal sweaters, jackets, sweatshirts, or coats to school. ● Tennis shoes are required uniform wear every day. ● Kindergarten students are not required to tuck in shirts or wear belts. ● Socks must be worn with shoes. ● No sweatpants may be worn at school by students.
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● No caps or hats may be worn at school unless special permission has been given by the administration. ● At no time should undergarments be visible. ● PA Spirit shirts will be sold in the Mustang Shop. These shirts are allowed only on designated days as approved by the administration and students must wear uniform bottoms. ● Clothing that is torn, frayed, pinned, not hemmed, and/or has visible holes is not to be worn to school. ● NO PERSONAL MONOGRAMS on uniform items. ● All uniform tops (shirts, jackets, sweaters) must have the PA Logo provided through Lands’ End. ● All other items from Lands’ End are optional including headbands, socks, tights, and belts. ● NO JEWELRY other than earring studs. ● Pillow Academy reserves the right to address any hairstyle or coloring that disrupts the academic process.
ALL Boys
● PA football jerseys may be worn on varsity football game days only. Undershirts are limited to the following colors: white, green, gray, or gold. Only a PA t-shirt or a solid t-shirt is allowed. After football season, students must wear everyday school uniforms from Lands’ End. ● Hair is to be worn no longer than the eyebrows in the front and no longer than the bottom of the ears on the sides. Hair is not to extend past the area of the neck normally covered by a polo-shirt collar. Boys may not wear ponytails or any unusual style designed, in the opinion of the administration, to distract or draw attention from the learning process. ● Earrings and other visible piercings are not permitted. ● Undershirts are limited to the following colors: white, green, gray, or gold. Only these colors may be worn under the uniform shirts. Undershirts should have no visible emblem or design that can be seen through the uniform shirt.
ALL Girls
● Modesty shorts/shorts must be worn under girls’ jumpers, skirts, and dresses but should not be seen (shorts should not be longer than the hem of the dress). The modesty shorts should be a solid color of white, navy, dark green, gray, or black.
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● Girls may also wear solid color leggings in white, navy, dark green, gray, or black . ● Only WHITE t-shirts or white turtlenecks may be worn under knit polo shirts or girls’ jumpers. No other colors are allowed. ● Earrings are to be worn only in ear lobes. No other visible piercings are allowed. ● Cheerleader uniforms may be worn on varsity football game days only with modesty shorts or cheerleader “bloomers” must be worn beneath uniforms. After football season, students must wear everyday school uniforms from Lands’ End. ● Skirts and shorts length should not exceed 3” above the top of the knee.
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ELEMENTARY ACADEMIC INFORMATION GRADES 1 - 5
Academic Grading Scale
Citizenship Grading Scale
A = 90 and above
E = Excellent
B = 80 to 89
S = Satisfactory
C = 70 to 79
N = Needs Improvement
F = Below 70
U = Unacceptable
Reporting of Student Progress Grades 1 – 5
1. Your child’s grades may be viewed at any time on FACTS SIS. Please check regularly. 2. Report cards are emailed at the end of each nine-week grading period. Numerical subject area grades will be recorded on report cards and permanent records. 3. Signed papers will be sent home weekly for students in grades 1-3 (see Take-Home Tuesday). 4. Teachers will contact you for a conference if they feel it is necessary. Parents are encouraged to call and schedule a conference with their child’s teacher if they have a concern. 5. The 4 th and 5 th graders will take comprehensive semester exams. They will count as 20% of the student’s grade. 6. Grading periods are divided into Nine-Weeks. Each nine-week average will be determined from grades earned through daily tests, quizzes, class work, homework, chapter tests, unit tests, book reports, memorization work, assigned projects, and comprehensive tests. 7. Occasionally, the teacher or principal may feel it necessary to send home a hard copy of grades for a parent’s signature. The signature will be required to let us know that you have seen the grade report. 8. Hard copies of report cards will be sent home to parents who either have no access to a computer at home or work. These may be requested through the secretary.
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Promotion and Retention
The following policies will apply for promotion and retention in grades 1-5: ● Each student in grades 1 - 5 must pass reading to be promoted.
● Each student in grades 1 - 5 must pass math to be promoted. ● Each student in grades 1 - 5 must pass language to be promoted. ● Students in 4th and 5th grade must pass Science and Social Studies for the year to be promoted. ● Promotion and retention will be based on yearly averages in grades 1 - 5. Summer School • Students may only take up to 2 subjects in summer school. • Students in grades 1-5 who fail an academic course at Pillow Academy will be required to retake and pass the course before the first day of school of the new academic year. • Students taking summer school courses will be required to take the entrance exam in order to be promoted to the next grade level. • Pillow Academy will not accept summer school courses without prior approval from the administration. …… …
Take-Home Tuesday
Graded class work and test papers will be sent home with students in grades 1 st -3 rd on “Take-Home Tuesday” each week. Parents should sign the student’s papers and RETURN THEM TO SCHOOL BY THURSDAY! These papers are sent home for the specific purpose of providing parents with an indicator of your child’s classroom performance. This procedure also allows the parent to identify particular areas in which your child may require extra help at home. By sending the papers back, it allows the teacher to know that parents have seen their child’s performance in the classroom. If papers do not come back to school 3 separate times, then it is up to the parent to contact the teacher for a meeting before papers will be sent home again. Any questions on student work should be written on a sheet of paper and placed on top of the papers. This will allow teachers to see immediately that a parent has a question about a specific problem. 4 th and 5 th grade papers will be sent home by parent request. If you would like to receive weekly papers from the 4 th and 5 th grade team, please email the teachers.
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