DISCLOSURE
It is understood that the school
principals or their designee shall
have the discretion to rriodify the
provisions contained in the student
handbook in a rrianner that they
deerri to be appropriate to the
circurristances to -w-hich they are
applying said provisions. Neither
principals nor their designee has the
authority to change or rriodify those
provisions stated in the student
handbook that are established by
state or federal la-w-s or regulations.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Contents ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2
Notice of Non-discrimination _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6
Section 504 Grievance Procedure _____________________________________________________________________________________________ 6
Procedure _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6
BOE & ADMINISTRATION _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6
Board of Education Members _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6
District Administration _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 7
District Curriculum ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 7
Learning Walks _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 7
PROFESSIONAL LEARNING COMMUNITIES _____________________________________________________________________________________ 7
Central Elementary PLC Goals _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 7
Central Elementary PLC Leadership Team ___________________________________________________________________________________ 7
Purpose of the Central Elementary PLC Leadership Team _________________________________________________________________ 7
PLC Leadership Team Norms __________________________________________________________________________________________________ 7
Contact Information _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 8
SCHOOL BUSINESS __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 8
Admission Requirement (Policy JBC) ________________________________________________________________________________________ 8
Transfers from Non-Accredited Schools (Policy JBC) ______________________________________________________________________ 8
Student Information Form______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 8
Address/Phone Number Change ______________________________________________________________________________________________ 8
Student Fees (Policy JS) _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 9
Refunds ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 9
Request for Student Records ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ 9
Directory Information (Policy JRB) __________________________________________________________________________________________ 9
THE SCHOOL DAY _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 10
School Day Information _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 10
Bell Schedule ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 10
Arrival and Dismissal _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 10
Walkers _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 10
Car Riders _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 10
Buses Only on Poplar __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 11
Walking To and From School ________________________________________________________________________________________________ 11
Early Release Fridays _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 11
Lunchroom _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 11
Food Service (Policy JGH) ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 12
My School Bucks _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 12
Meal Accounts __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 12
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Snack Break ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 12
Dress Code (Policy JCDB) _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 12
Cell Phones _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 13
Personal Property _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 13
Money ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 13
Sign In/Sign Out ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 13
Release of a Student During the School Day JBH __________________________________________________________________________ 13
Birthday Treats ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 13
Invitations ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 13
Classroom Parties _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 14
Parent Objection to Pupil Participation ____________________________________________________________________________________ 14
Departures ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 14
Valuing the Learning Time ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ 14
Lost and Found _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 14
STUDENT/FAMILY SERVICES ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ 14
Counselor (Policy II) __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 14
Special Services ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 14
Title I Services__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 14
School Insurance _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 15
Visitors to the School (Policy KM) ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 15
Weather Related Closures and Emergencies(Policy EBBD) _____________________________________________________________ 15
Weather Policy for Recess ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 15
Emergency Response Plan ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 15
Security _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 15
Emergency Plans _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 15
Pest Control_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 16
Wellness Committee __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 16
Wellness Policy _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 16
Distribution of Materials (Policy KI) _______________________________________________________________________________________ 16
Free Materials Distribution in Schools (Policy KI) _______________________________________________________________________ 16
Political Campaign Materials _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 17
Advertising in the Schools ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 17
Use of Religious Materials ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 17
Distribution of Religious Materials _________________________________________________________________________________________ 17
Mailing Lists ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 17
ATTENDANCE _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 17
Attendance (Policy JBD,JBE) _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 17
Unexcused Absences/Truancy _______________________________________________________________________________________________ 18
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ACADEMIC INFORMATION ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 18
Student Intervention Team ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ 18
Technology Usage (Policy IIBG) _____________________________________________________________________________________________ 18
One to One Technology Initiative: iPad Guidelines for PreK-5 __________________________________________________________ 19
Acceptable Use (Policy IIBH) ________________________________________________________________________________________________ 20
Report Cards – JF _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 21
Parent/Student/Teacher Conferences (Policy JFAB) _____________________________________________________________________ 21
Homework (Policy IHB) _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 21
MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) __________________________________________________________________________________ 21
Promotion and Retention (Policy JFB) ______________________________________________________________________________________ 21
Kindergarten Readiness ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 21
What is the ASQ-3? ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 22
What is ASQ:SE-2? ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 22
STUDENT CONDUCT/DISCIPLINE ______________________________________________________________________________________________ 22
Central School Wide Positive Behavior Support __________________________________________________________________________ 23
Building-Wide Expectations__________________________________________________________________________________________________ 23
Classroom Rules _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 23
Office Discipline Referrals ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 23
Second Step Social-Emotional Learning Program and Curriculum _____________________________________________________ 23
Bullying Prevention ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 24
Definition of Bullying _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 24
Emergency Safety Interventions (ESI) ______________________________________________________________________________________ 24
ACTIVITIES ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 24
Extracurricular Activities Participation Requirements (Policy JH)_____________________________________________________ 24
School Sponsored Clubs (Policy JHC)________________________________________________________________________________________ 24
Assemblies ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 24
Fund Raising (Policy JK) ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 24
Field Trips ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 24
Volunteer Code of Conduct ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ 25
HEALTH AND SAFETY ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 25
Health Services _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 25
Health Assessments (Policy JGC) ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 25
Accidents, Report of (Policy JGFG) __________________________________________________________________________________________ 25
Communicable Diseases (Policy JGCC) ______________________________________________________________________________________ 25
First Aid (Policy JGFG) _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 26
Head Lice ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 26
Immunizations (Policy JGCB) ________________________________________________________________________________________________ 26
Medications, Administering (Policy JGFGB) _______________________________________________________________________________ 26
Emergency Stock Medication ________________________________________________________________________________________________ 27
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Medications on Field Trips ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ 28
Food Allergies of Students ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 28
Responsibilities of Teachers _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 28
Responsibilities of Principal, School Nurse, and Teachers _________________________________________________________________ 28
BUS REGULATIONS AND RULES _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 28
Bus Regulations (Policy JGG) _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 28
Bus Rules ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 29
Bus Camera Usage Policy _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 29
HOME-SCHOOL COMMUNICATION _____________________________________________________________________________________________ 30
Written Notes and Bulletins __________________________________________________________________________________________________ 30
Classroom Communication Using Technology ____________________________________________________________________________ 30
Meetings with Teachers ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 30
Telephones/Intercom _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 30
Automated Phone System ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 31
School Supply List ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 31
CONCERNS OR COMPLAINTS ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 31
Concerns or Complaints (Policy KN) _______________________________________________________________________________________ 31
PARENT INVOLVEMENT _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 31
Parent/Teacher Organization _______________________________________________________________________________________________ 31
Volunteers for Special Events ________________________________________________________________________________________________ 31
Central Site Council ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 32
Appendix A ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 33
Appendix B ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 34
Appendix C - Standard Response Protocol ___________________________________________________________________________________ 40
Appendix D - Lines of Communication Chart ________________________________________________________________________________ 42
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NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
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Wamego USD 320 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its
programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The
following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Rob McKim, Superintendent, 504 Coordinator – mckimr@usd320.com
Scott Meitler, Assistant Supt., Title IX Coordinator – meitlers@usd320.com
1008 8th Street
Wamego, KS 66547
(785) 456-7643
Section 504 Grievance Procedure
It is the policy of Wamego USD 320 not to discriminate on the basis of disability. Wamego USD 320 has adopted an
internal grievance procedure providing for prompt and equitable resolution of complaints alleging any action
prohibited by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 794) of the U.S. Department of Health and
Human Services regulations implementing the Act. Section 504 prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability
in any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance. The Law and Regulations may be examined in the
office of Superintendent Rob McKim, 785-456-7643, Section 504 Coordinator, who has been designated to
coordinate the efforts of Wamego USD 320 to comply with Section 504.
Any person who believes he or she has been subjected to discrimination on the basis of disability may file a
grievance under this procedure. It is against the law for Wamego USD 320 to retaliate against anyone who files a
grievance or cooperates in the investigation of a grievance.
Procedure
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Grievances must be submitted to the Section 504 Coordinator within 10 days of the date the person filing
the grievance becomes aware of the alleged discriminatory action.
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A complaint must be in writing, containing the name and address of the person filing it. The complaint must
state the problem or action alleged to be discriminatory and the remedy or relief sought.
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The Section 504 Coordinator (or her/his designee) shall conduct an investigation of the complaint. This
investigation may be informal, but it must be thorough, affording all interested persons an opportunity to
submit evidence relevant to the complaint. The Section 504 Coordinator will maintain the files and records
of Wamego USD 320 relating to such grievances.
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The Section 504 Coordinator will issue a written decision on the grievance no later than 30 days after its
filing.
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The person filing the grievance may appeal the decision of the Section 504 Coordinator by writing to the
Board of Education within 15 days of receiving the Section 504 Coordinator’s decision. The Board of
Education shall issue a written decision in response to the appeal no later than 30 days after its filing.
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The availability and use of this grievance procedure does not prevent a person from filing a complaint of
discrimination on the basis of disability with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for
Civil Rights.
Wamego USD 320 will make appropriate arrangements to ensure that disabled persons are provided other
accommodations, if needed, to participate in this grievance process. Such arrangements may include, but are not
limited to, providing interpreters for the deaf, providing taped cassettes of material for the blind, or assuring a
barrier-free location for the proceedings. The Section 504 Coordinator will be responsible for such arrangements.
BOE & ADMINISTRATION
Board of Education Members
Mike Billings, President
785-307-2546
Jolene Meyer
620-786-2014
Bruce Coleman
785-556-0202
Jake Pullen
785-456-9095
Ryan Hargitt
785-769-3459
Sheryl Wohler
785-844-0115
Deb Long
785-313-0869
Kayla Stansbury, Clerk of the Board
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District Administration
Rob McKim: Superintendent
Scott Meitler: Dir. of Instructional Services/Asst. Superintendent
Shane Neel: Principal
Special Education Dir.: Erica Bammes
Asst. Special Education Dir.: Teri Bailey-Johnson
DISTRICT CURRICULUM
Curriculum for Wamego USD 320 is adopted by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of district
curriculum committees. Curriculum in Grades K-5 includes the areas of communications (reading and language
arts), mathematics, science, social studies, library, art, music, physical education, technology, character education,
and health education. All curriculum is written with specific outcomes for students. Parents are encouraged to
review the curriculum outcomes which are available in the principal’s office. Specific concerns regarding the
curriculum should be directed to the teacher and principal.
LEARNING WALKS
The building principal will conduct frequent “Learning Walks” in all classrooms to identify areas of need for
professional development for staff, improve instruction, and provide timely and meaningful feedback to teachers.
The USD 320 Learning Walk tool was created through a collaborative effort of our administrative team after a year
of professional development and calibration of our adopted tool. The purpose of a Learning Walk is not to evaluate
teacher performance. Rather, its purpose is to gather data to make informed decisions on the instructional needs
of our teachers, as well as to provide the necessary support to teachers to help them continue to grow in our
profession.
PROFESSIONAL LEARNING COMMUNITIES
Central Elementary School has embraced the Professional Learning Communities model for school improvement.
The three “big ideas” of a PLC are a focus on learning, collaboration, and a focus on results. Every teacher is a
member of at least one PLC team that will meet regularly to address curriculum, instruction, and assessment issues
with a focus on learning and results. In addition to weekly team meetings, vertical team meetings across grade
levels will also be organized to ensure continuity from building to building and grade level to grade level.
Central Elementary PLC Goals
Each PLC team will create their own S.M.A.R.T. goals (specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and timely). Teams
will present their S.M.A.R.T. goals to the faculty each year and will report on progress toward these goals. All goals
will be directly related to the District Strategic Plan and/or Building KESA Goals.
Central Elementary PLC Leadership Team
Central Elementary has established a PLC Leadership Team to allow teachers the opportunity to have a voice in the
decision-making processes in our school related to student and staff learning. Membership on the PLC Leadership
Team is voluntary and those participating will be expected to adhere to the following norms and purpose
established by the PLC Leadership Team.
Purpose of the Central Elementary PLC Leadership Team
The purpose of the Central Elementary PLC Leadership Team is to
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promote shared leadership by identifying and addressing the needs of the building community.
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be the vanguard of decision-making in the interest of making our school the best place it can be for students
and staff
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guide the PLC process and communicate decisions to staff related to student growth
PLC Leadership Team Norms
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We will focus discussions and decisions on the three big ideas: student learning, collaboration, and results
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We will be on time and prepared for the meeting
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We will clearly define roles and close each meeting with specific next steps
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We will only use technology when needed
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All decision topics will be thoroughly researched, discussed, and debated by the DLT. All members will be
independent thinkers prior to the decision. When the decision is made, however, ALL will be unified and
supportive of the decision in all facets of our positions.
Contact Information
Principal:
Shane Neel
School address:
900 7th Street, Wamego KS 66547 School Office:
785-456-7271
School Fax:
785-456-7172
School Website:
www.usd320.com; The website is a valuable informational tool for parents!
SCHOOL BUSINESS
Admission Requirement (Policy JBC)
All resident students shall be admitted to attend school in the district unless they have been expelled. A resident
student is any child who has attained the age of eligibility for school attendance and lives with a parent or a person
acting as a parent who is a resident of the district.
Non-resident students are those who do not meet the definition of a resident student. Out of district students may
enroll in USD 320 at the same time that other students enroll for the coming school year, but are not officially added
to the school roster until formal approval is established. A copy of the procedure page shall be given to the
parent/guardian as part of the enrollment process.
All students enrolling in the district for the first time shall provide required proof of identity. Students enrolling in
Kindergarten or first grade shall provide a certified copy of their birth certificate or other documentation, which
the board determines to be satisfactory. Students enrolling in grades 2-12 shall provide a certified transcript or
similar pupil records.
The enrollment documentation shall include a student’s permanent record card with a student’s legal name as it
appears on the birth certificate, or as changed by a court order and the name, address, and telephone number of
the lawful custodian. The records shall also provide the identity of the student as evidenced by a birth certificate,
copy of a court order placing the student in the custody of Kansas Social and Rehabilitation Services, a certified
transcript of the student, a baptismal certificate or other documentation the board considers satisfactory.
Transfers from Non-Accredited Schools (Policy JBC)
The principal will place students transferring from non-accredited schools initially after consultation with parents
or guardians and guidance personnel. Final placement shall be made by the principal based on the student’s
documented past educational experiences and performance on tests administered to determine grade level
placement.
Student Information Form
Each year, during enrollment, parents must complete a student information form including:
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name(s), phone number(s), email address(es) and address of the student’s parent(s)/guardian(s);
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name of individual(s) to contact in case of emergency;
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name of the student’s physician; and
o description of any medical conditions of which the staff needs to be aware. This information is kept
on file and made part of the student’s record.
Address/Phone Number Change
Please notify the school office immediately if any of the following change (Only appropriate school staff will have
access to unlisted numbers.):
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phone numbers for home or parents’ work
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mailing or street address
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emergency contacts
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email address
Student Fees (Policy JS)
Building principals shall be authorized to collect fees approved by the Board of Education or to seek restitution for
any school property lost, damaged or destroyed by a student. A fee schedule shall be distributed at enrollment to
all parents.
Refunds
Students enrolling in Wamego Schools will be required to pay the full textbook fees and other class fees if enrolling
during the first semester of the school year. If the student is enrolling during the second semester, textbook and
other class fees will be charged at 50%.
If the student withdraws from attending school at USD 320 after September 1, no fees associated with enrollment
will be returned. If the student withdraws from classes prior to September 1 of the current school year, fees will be
returned at 100%. If a student withdraws from school, all unused monies paid for lunch and/or milk will be
returned in full.
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1st semester - full fee for textbook and other classes will be charged – no refunds if a student withdraws
from class after September 1.
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2nd semester - 50% of textbook and other classes will be charged– no refunds.
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Unused milk and lunch fees paid will be refunded 100%.
Request for Student Records
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A student moving to a new school outside the district will have his/her records forwarded upon request of
records from the receiving school.
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All student records shall be treated as confidential and primarily for local school use unless otherwise
stipulated.
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Under the provisions of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), parents or students and
eligible students (those who are 18 or older) are afforded various rights with regard to educational records
which are kept and maintained by the school. In accordance with FERPA, you are required to be notified of
those rights, which include:
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The right to review and inspect all of your educational records, except those which are specifically
exempted.
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The right to prevent disclosure of personally identifiable information contained in your educational records
to other persons with certain limited exceptions. Disclosure of information from your educational records
to other persons will occur only if:
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We have your prior written consent for disclosure
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The information is considered directory information and you have not objected to the release of such
information; and
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Disclosure without consent is permitted by law.
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The right to request that your educational records be amended if you believe the records are misleading,
inaccurate, or otherwise in violation of your rights. This right includes the right to request a hearing at
which you may present evidence to show why the record would be changed if your request for an
amendment to your records is denied in the first instance.
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The right to file a complaint with the Family Policy and Regulations Office at the U.S. Department of
Education if you believe USD 320 has failed to comply with FERPA’s requirements. The address of this
office is 400 Maryland Ave. SW, MES, Room 4074, Washington, D.C. 20202.
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The right to obtain a copy of USD 320 Policies for complying with FERPA. A copy may be obtained from the
Clerk of the Board, USD 320, 1008 8th Street, Wamego, KS 66547, 785-456-7643.
Directory Information (Policy JRB)
For purposes of FERPA, USD 320 has designated certain information containing educational records as directory
information, which may be disclosed for any purpose without your consent.