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EPHRATA SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Parkway Supplemental Guidelines

Parkway Supplemental Guidelines

  • Students must make plans regarding after school arrangements before coming to school. Students will not be allowed to call from the office to change plans so that they can go to a friend's house.

  • Bicycles, Skateboards, Scooters, etc. are to be ridden to and from school only. They are not to be ridden on school grounds. Please park and lock your bike, skateboard, scooter, etc. in the bike rack area. 

    Students are encouraged to wear a helmet while riding.

    Rollerblades and wheeled shoes are not allowed at school.

  • It is recognized that there are valid reasons for students to have and use cell phones while not at school. To prevent disruptions and possible misuse, cell phones must be turned off and put away when students arrive at school. Phone calls during the day need to go through the school’s phone system or a personal device used in the office with the teacher's permission. Students who use a personal electronic device on campus and / or during school hours will have them confiscated and will be subject to disciplinary action. The school is not responsible for lost or stolen cell phones.

  • Parkway Intermediate School teaches students about Citizenship by focusing on a different character trait each quarter. Students will assess themselves based on a scoring rubric once a week. Teachers will score students every other week. Scores will be based on a four-point rubric (not a letter grade). Citizenship scores will not be calculated into a student’s Grade Point Average (GPA). A student’s score will affect their participation in field trips and other activities.

    FIRST QUARTER: RESPECT

    Did I... / Did the Student....

    • Behave with Integrity
    • Have a Positive Attitude
    • Give my Best Effort Daily
    • Use Polite Language
    • Respect Others’ Personal Space
    • Respect Students’ Right to Learn
    • Take Care of School Property
    • Help Keep All School Areas Clean


    SECOND QUARTER: COOPERATION

    Did I... / Did the Student....

    • Engage in Positive Self Talk
    • Show a Growth Mindset
    • Follow Directions
    • Participate as an Active Learner
    • Work with Others
    • Allow all Voices to be Heard
    • Engage in Positive Interactions
    • Encourage Others
    • Follow the Three Personal Standards
    • Demonstrate Respectful Interactions with All Staff
    • Participate as a Positive School Community Member


    THIRD QUARTER: RESPONSIBILITY

    Did I... / Did the Student....

    • Take Ownership for Behaviors
    • Be Prepared with Materials for Class
    • Use Appropriate Language (Body & Verbal)
    • Use Effective Time Management
    • Actively Contribute as a Group Member
    • Positively Participate in the Group / Class
    • Positively Participate with Others
    • Keep Shared Common Spaces Clean
    • Have Appropriate Volume & Behavior in the Hallways
    • Display Appropriate Computer Citizenship
    • Self Advocate


    FOURTH QUARTER: SELF-DISCIPLINE

    Did I... / Did the Student....

    • Control Impulses
    • Think Before Speaking / Acting / Reacting
    • Use Good Time Management
    • Keep Focus
    • Give Best Effort
    • Respect Others’ Right to Learn
    • Maintain Positive Interactions with Others (Students / Staff)
    • Follow Building Expectations (Hallways, Classrooms, Bathrooms, Bus Area, Playground, Cafeteria, etc.)


    SCORING RUBRIC

    Level 4: I ALWAYS demonstrate <Respect, Cooperation, Responsibility or Self-Discipline> and encourage others to do the same.
    Level 3: I ALWAYS or ALMOST ALWAYS demonstrate <Respect, Cooperation, Responsibility or Self-Discipline>.
    Level 2: I SOMETIMES demonstrate <Respect, Cooperation, Responsibility or Self-Discipline>.
    Level 1: I RARELY demonstrate <Respect, Cooperation, Responsibility or Self-Discipline>.

  • Parkway Intermediate staff expect that students will show respect for students, staff and our school. Students should display the following behaviors in the classroom, hallway and bus pick-up line:

    1. Use inside voices
    2. Keep hands, feet and food to yourself 
    3. Share space - be kind
    4. Pick up your area
    5. Wait turns in line
    6. Show courtesy to staff
    7. Keep food in designated eating areas
    8. Stay in seat / line until dismissed

    Additional, lunchroom specific expectations:

    1. Line-up on black / orange line for hot lunch
    2. Use table manners
    3. Wait your turn to return tray / utensils
    4. Place tray and utensils in designated area
    5. Raise hand to be excused and stay in seat until dismissed

  • The following guidelines apply to Parkway Intermediate PE Classes:

    1. The following PE appropriate clothing should be worn on PE days:
      • T-shirt: all colors are allowed, must be appropriate for school.
      • Shorts: all colors are allowed, no cut offs or spandex allowed. If student wears a dress, shorts should be worn underneath.
      • Tennis shoes
      • Sweatshirt / sweatpants for cool days.
    2. Excuses for limited activity will be accepted only if the student brings a note signed by a parent / guardian. The note must explain the reason for limiting activity. The parent / guardian phone number should also be included.
    3. If a student needs to limit activity for more than two days, a doctor's note is required. Please have the doctor specify activity limitations and include when the student may return to full participation. 
    4. If a student needs medication prior to participating in PE, please refer to our School Nurse webpage, which contains directions for Medication at School.

    • Progress Reports are sent home every two weeks. These reports are intended to communicate a student's progress. Parents / guardians are encouraged to set up a conference with teachers if they have concerns.

    Report Cards are sent home at the end of each quarter. 

     

    GRADING SYSTEM

    A:

    B:

    C:

    D:

    F:

    P:

    I:

    NG:

    Outstanding

    Above Average

    Average

    Below Average

    Fail

    Pass

    Incomplete

    No Grade

  • Parkway Intermediate students will have between three and five teachers, depending on grade level. Schedules include the following classes:

    • Language Arts / Social Studies (Reading, English and Spelling)
    • Math
    • Science
    • Physical Education
    • Sixth Grade Rotation / Band
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    Sixth Grade Rotation / Band

    Students will have the opportunity to participate in beginning band or rotation classes during the school year.

    Fifth Grade Rotation 
    Students will rotate between Music and PE

  • Being on time is important to student success in school. Students that are tardy disrupt class. If a student will be late, please call and let the school office know. If a reason is not provided, the student will be marked as unexcused.