A CALIFORNIA DISTINGUISHED SCHOOL |
Luther
Burbank Middle School 7:15 AM - 4:30 PM Phone: |
| Guidelines and Rules Attendance and Tardies The Attendance Office opens at 7:15 AM in order for students to obtain absence cards or request off-schedules. After 7:55 AM students must obtain hall passes to come to the Office for check in. Regular attendance in school is essential. Students benefit from planned daily presentations and lessons; missing a portion of a period or day puts students at a disadvantage in accessing information and knowledge, learning skills, and applying information learned. Therefore, each student is required to attend all meetings of every class for which he or she is enrolled. Any student absent or tardy must have a written excuse from the legal parent or guardian specifying the reason for the absence. Students are responsible for the make up of all work missed and will be given every reasonable opportunity to do so. Parents who request make up work are to call the Counseling Office to request work only after two consecutive days of absence that is expected to continue. Work will be available for pick up in 24 hours. Work to be made up for less than 3-5 days of absence can be picked up by the student upon returning. Appointments and Phone Calls Students and teachers do not take calls or direct messages during regular instructional periods or during student contact time. Teachers are on campus from 8:00-3:00 each day. They pick up messages from their mailboxes periodically during the school day. It is most helpful if, when leaving a message, you specify the number at which you can be reached and the best time to contact you. Teachers return messages on their conference periods and before and after school, depending on their obligations to the school District, participation in extra-curricular activities on the site, or extended staff development or inservice activities. The attendance clerks can be reached at 818.558 4646. School Uniforms and Dress Code Students will dress appropriately for school. At Luther we "Dress for Success." By this we mean: Clothing should be neat, clean and fit/cover the student in an appropriate manner. Pants and shorts should be properly hemmed and fit/be worn at the natural waistline. Belts also need to fit so the end does not hang below the natural waist. Girls tops/blouses will cover any undergarment, the chest and midriff so that they remain covered when stretching or bending. For safety reasons, shoes must be worn at all times with toes completely enclosed, overall straps must be worn up and pant legs must not extend beyond the heel. All clothing and jewelry must be appropriate to a positive school environment. The wearing of any article which promotes or symbolizes alcohol/drug/tobacco use, illegal activity, profanity, gang identification or which is vulgar or offensive is not allowed. Hats, caps, hair nets and Raiders/Kings apparel are not to be worn to school at any time. By following these dress standards, students show respect for our school and for one another. Students who are not dressed appropriately will be sent to the office where they will be given a school uniform to wear for the rest of the day. Parents will be notified of dress code violations. Students who receive borrowed clothing will be required to return the clothing to the office before going home. Students will be indebted for damaged clothing. Further violations will result in disciplinary action. If you have questions concerning a specific item of clothing, please contact the school office at 558-4646. Emergency Drills and Disaster Preparation We have a comprehensive program of practices which enable our students to act prudently in the event of a crisis or emergency. Our disaster preparation program involves annual training with the Burbank Fire Department, at which our classified and certificated staff receive training in first aid, search and rescue, and crisis management. Our campus has a storage facility that contains equipment, materials and supplies to assist in providing interim care for your students in the event of an emergency. We have an organized plan for releasing students to you when you arrive at the campus. Your designation of a person or persons authorized to pick your child up is maintained on the pink emergency card you provide for us on enrollment or at the beginning of each instructional year. Your diligence in keeping emergency information up to date is extremely beneficial to your child and will enable you to know that we will honor your wishes in this regard. School Discipline A very important part of having a safe and enjoyable school experience is having a workable set of rules for behavior, knowing what those rules are, and making sure everyone follows those rules. For each class, there are Classroom Guidelines which help students comply with the specific requirements for assignments and classroom management procedures. For behavior in and about the campus, as well as coming to and going from school each day, there are additional rules that are strictly enforced. Our school, consistent with others in the District, subscribes to a Zero Tolerance Policy with regard to the following:
The school, itself, has been honored as a California Distinguished School and has received the Golden Bell Award from the California School Boards Association. Many of our students have received a wide variety of awards and honors from the school, District and community. A large percentage of students are recipients of academic honors, including membership on the Principal’s Honor Roll and in the California Junior Scholarship Federation. Students who attain a 3.6 grade point average receive Academic Credit Cards, which offer privileges such as a free e-mail address on the school network, a free lap pass from the Physical Education Department, a front-of-the-line pass, pancake breakfast, and free dance tickets. More than thirty of our eighth grade students were Gold Seal Bearers. Students receive outstanding citizenship awards, free donuts for each five-week period of perfect attendance, and many certificates at the closing Awards Assembly each year. Other students caught in the act of "Beeing Good" are participants in a reward drawing each month. Still others are awarded Student of the Month status at a family reception. Clubs and Activities In addition to team and class field trips and assemblies, there is an outstanding activity and club schedule. These include: honor club, California Junior Scholarship Federation, Drill Team, Computer Club, Junior Act (Service Club), Team 2001, Cadets, Homework Club, Odyssey of the Mind, Chess Club, Woodshop Club, Tutoring, and an extensive After School Sports Club. English Language Learners Committee This group of parents represents the students whose primary language is other than English. They engage in discussions about the program in which their students are participating, requirements, and ways in which parents can positively influence the development and success of their children at the middle school level. They make recommendations about the interventions the school can offer students and suggest program modifications to improve student performance and success. These parents meet monthly to discuss matters of common concern. The English Language Development coordinator, Mrs. Christine Kelley, facilitates these meetings held at 7:00 PM in the school library. Special events, including the International Dinner and Awards Ceremony, are also planned and sponsored by the group. Specific dates for meetings are on the school calendar. All interested parents are welcome. School Site Council The School Site Council consists of a group of students, parents, and certificated and classified school personnel who meet to discuss, make recommendations, and give input on the development, implementation, and evaluation of the school improvement plan. This group meets at least quarterly, as listed on the calendar. The members of the general school community and parent community are elected by the stakeholders. Persons interested in participating on this council are asked to contact the principal for more information or to have their name placed in nomination. Members are elected in the fall, but replacements are often needed during the year for a variety of reasons. Meetings are open, and guests and other interested parties are always welcome. |
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