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1 1 Revised as of 06/23/ 2016 BURKEVILLE ISD Employee Handbook 2016 - 2017 2 Revised as of 06/23/ 2016 BURKEVILLE ISD- FIRE/EMERGENCY DRILL INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTION AND INFORMATION FOR EMERGENCY DRILL: 1. 3 bells will signal - leave classroom. 2. Follow posted fire drill evacuation route. 3. Teacher is last to leave the classroom making sure the room is evacuated. 4. Lock your classroom and take your grade book with you. 5. Do not allow students to leave or go with anyone else. 6. Stay with your students. 7. 2 bells will signal return to your classroom. 8. 1 bell will signal halt. 3 Revised as of 06/23/ 2016 General District Wide Procedures FUND RAISING All fund raising activity sponsors must fill out the proper paperwork and receive prior approval from the campus principal, if athletics from the athletic director as well as the principal, and the superintendent. This includes any activity that proposes to raise money regardless of its nature. No two fund raisers will be held at the same time.

2 You can pick up the form at the campus Principal s office. MEET THE TEACHER & OPEN HOUSE The District shall have a Meet the Teacher night before the start of the new school year, August 18, 2016 from 4:00-6:00 PM. The District shall have an Open House during the 1st Six Weeks. Parents or Guardians will be encouraged to come. Open House is scheduled for September 1, 2016 from 6:00-7:00 PM. NEWS RELEASES News for the general public should be approved by the principal and superintendent before being released to the media. COMMUNICATION Letters, newspapers, newsletters, and letters of classroom procedures need to be submitted to the office before sending them home. This makes us aware of your classroom procedures. It helps in defending your position. Any other correspondence to any parent or guardian concerning their child will need the signature of the principal before mailing or sending it. SCHOOL DAY INTERRUPTIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS The district shall limit interruptions of classes during the school day for nonacademic activities such as announcements and sales promotions.

3 Announcements other than emergency announcements shall be limited to once during the day. LESSON PLANS Lesson plans should be recorded on the district template. Any changes to the template must be approved by the campus principal. Template can be found on the district USB drive. Please put enough information on your lesson plans so that we may be able to follow them if you aren t able to be here. Lesson plans are to be turned in each Friday by 3:30 PM for the following week. They will be reviewed by the principal. A substitute folder should be kept with duty schedules and an adequate amount of work to be completed by students in your absence. This folder should be updated frequently. The folder will be checked during walk-through. GRADES Weekly grades are to be entered weekly by 3:30 PM Friday. 6 weeks grades are to be turned in by Tuesday morning at 8:00 AM following the end of each six weeks. 4 Revised as of 06/23/ 2016 SIGN-IN All staff members are to sign in and out in the office.

4 This includes times when leaving the campus. REFERRALS All possible referrals (504, special education, dyslexia, etc.) need to be sent to the appropriate principal for pre-referral review. ARRIVAL TIME AND DISMISSAL TIME Teachers are expected to arrive by 7:30 AM and dismissed at 3:30 PM. 5 Revised as of 06/23/ 2016 Table of Contents Introduction .. 9 District Information .. 10 Description of the District .. 10 Mission Statement, Goals, and Objectives .. 10 Board of Trustees .. 10 Faculty Guidelines_____ .. 12 General Procedures .. 15 Arrival time and dismissal time .. 15 Communication .. 15 Fundraising .. 15 News releases .. 15 Open house .. 15 Referrals .. 15 School day interruptions/announcements .. 15 Programs/Scheduled Events .. 15 16 Employment .. 16 Equal Employment Opportunity .. 16 Job Vacancy Announcements .. 16 Employment after Retirement .. 16 Contract and Noncontract Employment .. 16 Certification and Licenses .. 17 Searches and Alcohol and Drug 17 Health Safety Training.

5 18 Reassignments and Transfers .. 18 Workload and Work Schedules .. 19 Notifications to Parents Regarding Qualifications .. 19 Performance Evaluation .. 20 Employee Involvement .. 20 Staff Development .. 20 6 Revised as of 06/23/ 2016 Compensation and Benefits .. 20 Salaries, Wages, and Stipends .. 20 Paychecks .. 21 Automatic Payroll Deposit .. 21 Overtime Compensation .. 21 Travel Expense Reimbursement .. 22 Health, Dental, and Life Insurance .. 22 Supplemental Insurance Benefits .. 23 Cafeteria Plan Benefits (Section 125) .. 23 Workers Compensation Insurance .. 23 Unemployment Compensation Insurance .. 23 Teacher Retirement .. 24 Personal Leave .. 25 State Sick Leave .. 26 Local Leave .. 26 Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)-General Provisions .. 26 Military Family Leave Entitlements .. 28 Local Family and Medical Leave Provisions .. 28 Temporary Disability Leave .. 28 Workers Compensation Benefits .. 29 Assault 29 Bereavement Leave .. 30 Jury Duty .. 30 Other Court Appearances.

6 30 Military Leave .. 30 Employee Relations and Communications: Employee Recognitions and Appreciation .. 30 District Communications .. 30 Complaints and Grievances .. 31 Employee Conduct and Welfare .. 32 Standards of 32 Texas Educators Code of Ethics .. 33 Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation .. 35 .. 36 7 Revised as of 06/23/ 2016 Harassment of 36 36 .. 36 Sexual Abuse and Maltreatment of Children .. 38 Technology Resources .. 38 Personal Use of Electronic Media .. 38 Use of Electronic Media with Students .. 39 Criminal History Background Checks .. 42 Employee Arrests and Convictions .. 42 Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention .. 42 Tobacco Use .. 43 Fraud and Financial Impropriety .. 43 Conflict of Interest .. 43 Gifts and Favors .. 44 Copyrighted Materials .. 44 Associations and Political Activities .. 44 Charitable Contributions .. 44 Safety .. 45 Possession of Firearms and Weapons .. 45 Visitors in the Workplace .. 45 Asbestos Management Plan .. 45 Pest Control Treatment.

7 46 General Procedures .. 46 Bad Weather Closing .. 46 Emergencies .. 46 Purchasing Procedures .. 46 Name and Address Changes .. 46 Personnel Records .. 47 Building Use .. 47 Termination of Employment .. 47 Resignations .. 47 Dismissal or Nonrenewal of Contract 47 Dismissal of Noncontract Employees .. 48 8 Revised as of 06/23/ 2016 Exit Interviews and Procedures .. 48 Reports to Texas Education Agency .. 48 Reports concerning Court Ordered Withholding .. 49 Student Issues .. 49 Equal Educational Opportunities .. 49 Student Records .. 49 Parent and Student Complaints .. 50 Administering Medication to Students .. 50 Dietary Supplements .. 50 Psychotropic Drugs .. 50 Student Conduct and Discipline .. 51 Student Attendance .. 51 Bullying .. 51 9 Revised as of 06/23/ 2016 Introduction The purpose of this Handbook is to provide information that will help with questions and pave the way for a successful year. Not all District policies and procedures are included. Those that are have been summarized.

8 Suggestions for additions and improvements to this Handbook are welcome and may be sent to the Administration Office. This Handbook is neither a contract nor a substitute for the official District policy manual. Nor is it intended to alter the at-will status of noncontract employees in any way. Rather, it is a guide to and a brief explanation of District policies and procedures related to employment. In the event of a discrepancy, any policies, statutes, state and federal laws, and administrative rules will prevail. These policies and procedures can change at any time; these changes shall supersede any Handbook provisions that are not compatible with the change. For more information, employees may refer to the policy codes that are associated with Handbook topics, confer with their supervisor, or call the appropriate District office. District policies can be accessed on line at 10 Revised as of 06/23/ 2016 District Information Description of the District Burkeville ISD covers an area of 32 square miles in Southeast Texas.

9 The District enrolls approximately 300 students, which qualifies it as a 1-A District under the University Interscholastic League guidelines. Ethnic make-up of the District is approximately Anglo, African American, and Hispanic/other. Mission Statement, Goals, and Objectives Policy AE Burkeville ISD is committed to provide opportunities for all students to reach their potential in acquiring and using knowledge and skills for the purpose of making appropriate decisions, pursuing worthwhile personal goals, and contributing positively to society. Board of Trustees Policies BA, BAA, BBB, BBE, BE, BEC, BED Texas law grants the board of trustees the power to govern and oversee the management of the District s schools. The board is the policy-making body within the District and has overall responsibility for the curriculum, school taxes, and annual budget, employment of the Superintendent and other professional staff, and facilities.

10 The board has complete and final control over school matters within limits established by state and federal laws and regulations. The board of trustees is elected by citizens of the District to represent the community s commitment to a strong educational program for the District s children. Trustees are elected and serve 4 year terms. Trustees serve without compensation, must be registered voters, and must reside in the District. Current board members include: Kenneth Weeks President Joe B. Clark Vice President Misty Richmond Secretary Ronald Graham Member Micheal Byerly Member Jennifer Evans Member Roxanne Lowe Member The board usually meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at 7:00 In the event that large attendance is anticipated, the board may meet earlier. Special meetings may be called when necessary. A written notice of regular and special meeting will be posted on the District website and in the administration office at least 72 hours before the scheduled meeting time.