Torrey Pines Elementary School |
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8350 Cliffridge Avenue phone: 858.453.2323 |
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Attendance & Absences Students are expected to be at school every day and on time. The tardy bell rings at 9:05 AM. Students arriving after 9:05 AM must report to the attendance clerk in the school office for an admit slip to class. If your child is absent for ANY reason, the office must be notified (prior to absence if possible). Excused absence- illness, family medical emergency, medical/dental appointment, religious holiday, court Unexcused absence-any other reason (missing bus, car trouble, oversleeping) Truant- More than 3 unexcused absences Contracts If you know your child will be absent for 5 or more days for a reason other than illness, please come to the office at least 3 days before the absence to get a Contract for Independent Study. This allows your child to keep up with his/her classwork and is considered by the school district as excused. Contracts for 5 days or more mean the school district does not lose state funding because of the absences. Disaster Preparedness We have developed a Disaster Preparedness Plan and practice drills are held throughout the school year. In the event of a real disaster, you may pick up your child by coming to Gate #4 in the front of the school. PLEASE BE CERTAIN THAT ACCURATE AND COMPLETE EMERGENCY INFORMATION FOR YOUR CHILD IS GIVEN TO THE SCHOOL AND THAT THE OFFICE IS NOTIFIED PROMPTLY OF ANY CHANGES. Early Release from School Students are required to remain on the school grounds during school hours. Chidren may be released during the school day to parents, guardians, or other authorized persons only, however identification is necessary. It is important that you come to the office and sign your child out of school. Please try to call our office ahead of time so that your child can be ready when you arrive. Health Information Prescription Medicine-Any pupil who is required to take, during the regular school day, medications prescribed by a licensed physician must do so assisted by the school nurse or other designated personnel. Parents desiring medication at school for their child must submit a "Physician's Recommendation for Medication" form to the school, and must provide the medication clearly marked. Non-prescription Medicine-Non prescription medicines may not be administered by school personnel without a doctor's note. A "Physician's Recommendation for Medication" form, signed by a physician, or a Doctor's note must be provided to the school if your child needs to be given non-prescription medicine temporarily. Medication must be in a container and include: Homework Homework is an extension of the classroom. Please provide a quite time and place for your child to work on assignments. School district policy requires the assignment of homework to students in Kindergarten through 12th grade. Teachers will explain the classroom homework policy to their students the first week of school and send home a written copy of the policy to the parents. Lost and Found "Lost and Found" for large articles is located in the lunch court area by the Nurse's office door. Please mark all outer clothing (coats, seaters, rainwear) with your child's name. Lunch boxes should also be clearly labeled. Small items such as watches, jewelry, glasses, etc. are kept in the school office. The 6 to 6 program also has a "Lost and Found" in the auditorium area. Feel free to stop by and check any of these "Lost and Founds" if your child is missing anything. Pets Dogs, cats and other animals are not allowed on campus unless special arrangements have been made with the principal. Proof of Residency The State of California requires all school districts to annually have on file documentation CONFIRMING THE ADDRESS of all students enrolled in the school. This information will not be given to any other individual, agency or organization. The documentation must be current, within the month before your student starts school. One of the following documents shall be placed in the student's cumulative file: A recent utility bill, a rental agreement or rent payment receipts, property tax payment receipts, mortgage documents, military housing orders. Snacks Healthy snacks may be brought to school and eaten during the first five minutes of morning recess. In effort to maintain healthy llifestyles, please insure that the snacks you bring are healthy. Examples of healthy snacks include: fruit and vegetables, nutrition bars, cheese & crackers, bagels, low-salt pretzels, nuts unsweetened cereal/muffins. Examples of unhealthy snacks include: donuts, cupcakes & cookies, candy, high-fat chips, top ramen, sodas. Testing There are several State mandated tests given throughout the year. In September and October, the California English Language Development Test (CELDT) is given individually to English Learners in grades K-12. This test measures the progress that English Learners have made in acquiring English language proficiency. The FITNESSGRAM is a physical fitness test given to 5th grade students in March. STAR/CAT6 tests monitor your child's achievement in math and language arts and help determine if the school is meeting the needs of students to improve student achievement. STAR/CAT6 testing will start in April and continue into May. The writing portion for 4th grade only will be given in March. District Math Test is given to Grade 5 and is used for placement in Middle School. Traffic and Safety Traffic and the safety of our students are very important. Please use caution when transporting your child to and from school. The cul-de-sac on Cliffridge gets quite congested during the morning and afternoon drop-off and pick-up times. Please adhere to the following: -Please do not leave your car unattended if stopping in front of the school. This area is for immediate drop-off and pick-up only. - Use the school parting lot, located at the end of Cliffridge Avenue if you need to walk your child to class. You may park in any spot that has not been marked for district employees. - Please instruct your child to use the sidewalk operated by the school's safety patrol. Zero Tolerance San Diego City Schools has adopted a zero tolerance policy for weapons. This policy includes a mandatory suspension and/or expulsion for students K-12. Please bear in mind that Boy Scout knives and slingshots are considered to be weapons under this policy. Toy guns, party poppers, caps (small explosives) can and will result in suspension. District policy requires the suspension of students for offenses involving weapons, alcohol, drugs, tobacco, physical violence and any form of harassment.
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