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Forest Elementary:
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Note: this page was last updated in February of 2005

School Improvement: The staff at Forest Elementary is committed to providing the best educational opportunities for our students that we can. We know that we can accomplish this only through the combined efforts of the home, the school, and the community.  

We will continue to encourage students to show a concern for others and their environment.

We also will continue to enhance the appearance of the building and grounds at Forest School.

Absenteeism: When a student is absent, the parent should inform the school of the absence. lease call Donna at 662-4921, and your child’s teacher at 496-3430.Excessive absences will be reported to the District Attendance Officer. Make-up work will be available when students return to school, or one day after a phone call requesting work.

Administration: Jeff Rogers, Principal; Donna Beard, Office Assistant

Arrival and Tardy Bell: Children are to arrive to school no earlier than 8:45 a.m. and to be in their classroom no later than 8:50 a.m. Supervision of the children will commence at 8:45 a.m.

Young 5's class will follow the above time schedule and be dismissed at 11:50 a.m.

Bus Regulations: It is the policy of the Bay City School District to provide safe, courteous and regular transportation services to eligible students. Each year, children receive a pamphlet entitled "Rules With Responsibilities on Buses," which lists specifically the rules children must follow when riding the bus.

Three (3) disciplinary phases are used for students not obeying the bus rules. Children are allowed three (3) opportunities to change their behaviors. If positive change does not occur, the privilege of being transported to school may be terminated for the remainder of the school year.

Cancellation or Delay of School: At times throughout the year, it may become necessary to cancel school because of inclement weather. There may also be fog delays. If there is a two-hour fog delay school will resume two hours later than usual. That means instead of the start time being 8:45a.m. it will be 10:45a.m. On two-hour delay days there is no Young Five’s class. If you suspect such a cancellation or delay, please listen to local radio and television stations.

Conferences:  A conference with a teacher may be requested by a parent for anytime which is convenient for both parent and teacher. Please contact teacher to schedule the conference.

Early Dismissal of Children: Parents are encouraged not to pick children up before 3:41. When it becomes necessary to excuse a child early the parent is required to: 1.) inform the school, in writing, in advance who will be picking up your child.  2.) Call Auburn School before picking up the child.

Emergency Information: Children sometimes become ill or have accidents during school hours. Auburn’s office and each classroom teacher must have on file an emergency card which gives parental direction on procedures to follow. It is imperative that two (2) current telephone numbers are kept on file. One number is the parent number, while the other number is other party to be called in the event the parent is not available. In case of phone number changes, please notify the Auburn’s school office and your child’s teacher immediately.

Head Lice: Head lice infestation is a continuing problem in many school-aged children. If a child is treated for head lice, they must be checked by the office before returning to class.  

Hours: The school office is open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Our phone number is 662-4921. School is in session from 8:45 a.m. to 3:41 p.m.

Illness: Frequently, children develop illnesses which are of a communicable nature; i.e. measles, chickenpox, fifth disease, pink eye, strep-throat, etc. Children are to remain home and may return to school with a doctor's statement.

Items that students should not bring to school: In the interest of keeping students focused on learning and insure student safety while they are here at Forest School, we are asking that students not bring toys, glass items, sharp objects, skate boards, skates, headphones, walkmans or battery-powered equipment to school. We will not be responsible for the loss or damage of such items.

Lost and Found: Lost articles will be placed in lost and found containers located near the office and the end of the building.

Lunch Program: The price of lunch (includes milk) will be $1.65. Milk only will be available for $.45 a carton. We encourage you to prepay for meals.
 
Students will not be allowed to charge more than 3 meals. We encourage you to prepay for meals.

Medication: The school will not administer medication unless a medication form is completed by the parents. Please do not send your youngster to school with his/her medication. All medicine MUST be in prescribed bottles. No medicine in baggies will be dispensed.

Open School Policy: Parents have the option of having their children attend any school within the Bay City School District. The parent desiring to have their youngster attend a school outside their attendance area should discuss this transfer with the building principal of the school presently attended by their children. Application forms are available in the school office and must be submitted by February 22. The decision to transfer students during the school year is discouraged.

Parental Concerns:  Upon occasion, a parent may wish to register a concern regarding a teacher's action. It is recommended that the teacher and parent confer regarding the problem and if the problem is not resolved, the building principal or assistant principal may be requested to become involved.

School Calendar
2004-2005

School Code of Conduct/Discipline: An Elementary Handbook will be distributed to parents and children to understand the disciplinary policies of the Bay City Public Schools. School personnel will work with children not conforming to the rules. Students will be given consequences for their actions. Parents will be informed of behavior problems of a serious nature. Please review, sign the tear off sheet and return to School by September 15.

Special Services: Special programs are offered to the children in need and who qualify for specialized services. Among these programs are: speech therapy and social worker.

Student Appearance: Children will be expected to come to school neat and dressed in an appropriate manner. Pants, jeans, shirts, and blouses are considered appropriate dress. Short shorts, tank tops and sandals will be discouraged. Please label clothing, lunch boxes, and other materials brought from home. Clothing promoting alcohol, cigarettes, crude language and violence are not acceptable. We also ask that students not wear make-up in school. State law requires that socks be worn by children.

Student Code of Conduct: All students will receive a new Code of Conduct booklet. Please review, sign the tear off sheet and return to school by September 15.

Supplies:  Teachers will notify parents relative to the supplies the children will need. It is encouraged that each child have a book bag or tote to carry to and from school.

Technology Handbook: In order for students to use technology in the Bay City Public Schools, the Technology Handbook must be read and procedures followed. Please sign and return by September 15. 

Testing: Various academic assessments are given to students. Parents are invited to discuss their children's test results with the classroom teacher.

Transportation of Children: Parents are encouraged to wait in the hallway when picking up students at the end of the day.

Vandalism and Property Damage:  Our school building is owned by the residents of the Bay City District. The public has every right to demand that the physical plant not be vandalized or damaged. Children who vandalize or damage school property will be required to pay for the losses or damages occurred. Willful destruction of school property will result in firm disciplinary action.

Visitors: To ensure a safe environment, parents and visitors entering the school during the school day are required to report to the office prior to visiting the classrooms. All visitors will need to use the front doors. Other doors will be locked throughout the day.