Lauren Anderson, Principal

Brooke Beall, Assistant Principal

Jamie Hurt, Counselor

Rachel Montgomery, Secretary

Shawna Engle, Nurse

Donna Sartor, Receptionist

• No administrative office or employee of the Atlanta ISD acting in his/her official capacity may discriminate on the basis of a person’s sex, race, religion, color, or national origin regarding personnel practices, including assigning, hiring, promoting, awarding contracts, and participation in programs.
• No student shall, on the basis of sex, race, religion, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity sponsored by this school district except as specifically provided in the Title IX Implementing Regulations.
• No qualified handicapped person shall, on the basis of handicap, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity sponsored by this school district except as specifically provided in the Sections 504 Implementing Regulations

INQUIRIES REGARDING ANY OF THESE POLICIES SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO:

Nancy Rinehart 

Executive Director of Instructional Programs

903-796-4194

Attendance

The first bell rings at 7:45 a.m. Classes begin each day at 7:50 a.m. Students arriving after 7:50 a.m. will be counted tardy. They will need to stop by the office for an admit slip to class. Any student accumulating more than four tardies within a six-week grading period may be subject to disciplinary action. Supervision of students does not begin until 7:25 a.m.  For the safety of your child, please do not leave him/her at school before 7:25 a.m.

Absences

All absences must be accompanied by a parent or doctor's note explaining the reason. The note must be presented to the office upon returning to school.

Dismissal Time

3:30 p.m. Parent Pickup             3:37 p.m. Bus Pickup

Cafeteria Prices

For school year 2026-2027, Atlanta ISD meets the requirements for the USDA’s Community Eligibility Provision, and all students will be served breakfast and lunch at no cost. This eliminates the need for applications to be completed to qualify for free or reduced-price meals. The District participates in the nation’s School Breakfast and Lunch Programs and offers students nutritionally balanced meals daily in accordance with the standards set forth in state and federal law. According to USDA guidelines, sharing food is prohibited.  This includes students sharing food with each other and parents providing food for anyone other than their own children.
 

For safety and emergency contact purposes, changes of address or telephone numbers should be reported to the school office and to the student’s teacher immediately.

Upon arrival, students who are eating breakfast report to the cafeteria. Students who are not eating breakfast will report to the gym until the 7:45 a.m. bell rings. Students will be dismissed to their classrooms at that time. For the safety of your child, do not leave him/her at school before 7:25 a.m. Supervision does not begin until 7:25 a.m.

Students are required to conduct themselves in assemblies as they do in class. Students who do not abide by the District Code of Conduct during an assembly may be subject to disciplinary action.

The Four Rules for Audiences:

            1.         Do not enter the performance area once it has begun.

            2.         Show respect for the performer/speaker.

            3.         Applaud according to the dictates of the performance.

            4.         Remain in attendance during the activity.

Housekeeping at Atlanta Elementary School is everyone’s responsibility. Students are expected to assist in keeping our school clean by properly disposing of trash and other debris. Through cooperation from all students, our building can be kept free from damage and defacement

Posters, notices, signs, etc., are not to be posted in the building unless they concern Atlanta Elementary School activities or students. Approval must be given by the campus administration.

Attendance will be taken at 9:30 a.m. daily.  Regular school attendance is essential for the student to make the most of his or her education. To benefit from teacher-led activities, to build each day’s learning on that of the previous day, to grow as an individual, and for exposure to the activities that make learning come alive, students need to be in class every school day. Absences from class may result in serious disruption of a student’s mastery of the instructional materials; therefore, the student and parent should make every effort to avoid unnecessary absences. We agree with this Parent Connection quote: “Children can copy notes or make up an assignment, but they can never get back what’s most important; the discussions, the questions, the explanations by the teacher and the thinking that makes learning come alive when they are absent.”

Absences

A child's progress in school depends greatly on punctuality and regularity of attendance. Personal sickness, sickness or deaths in the family, emergencies or unusual causes (acceptable to the Principal) are the only acceptable reasons for absence. When parents are in doubt, they should contact the Principal before the absence occurs. If a student is absent for ten or more days or parts of days within a six-month period in the same school year, or if a student is absent on three or more days or parts of days within a four-week period the student’s parent is subject to prosecution under the Compulsory Attendance Law. Even if absences are deemed excused, a student must attend school for at least 90% of the days class is offered. For a student to receive a perfect attendance award they must be in attendance from bell to bell. If a student is checked out during the day and does not return with an excused absence from the doctor/dentist, this will count as missing part of a day.  Students arriving late after 7:50 a.m. will not be considered for perfect attendance.

Excused/Unexcused Absences/Parent Notes/Medical Notes

The principal or his/her designee shall determine if an absence is excused. If there is a doubt, the parent should check with the Principal before the absence occurs. STUDENTS SHOULD NOT MISS MORE THAN 9 DAYS DURING A SEMESTER. Any student not in attendance for at least 90% of the instructional days of the semester shall be referred to the attendance committee to determine whether or not credit for the year will be granted. Student may turn in their missed work three (3) days after returning to school. PARENT NOTES and MEDICAL NOTES SHOULD BE TURNED IN TO THE OFFICE IMMEDIATELY UPON RETURN TO SCHOOL OR WITHIN THREE (3) DAYS AFTER THE STUDENT RETURNS TO SCHOOL. (Parent notes will be accepted for 5 absences per semester)

Tardies

Prompt attendance is essential for academic success. All students are expected to be in class and ready for the day by 7:50 a.m. Arrival to class after 7:50 a.m. will be counted as tardy. Students accumulating more than four tardies during a six-week grading period may be subject to disciplinary action.  Please reference the compulsory attendance law notice. Four (4) tardies are allowed per six-week grading period.

In compliance with Texas House Bill 1481 banning cell phones, flip phones, smart watches, pagers, earbuds, headphones and any personal communication devices not issued by Atlanta ISD during the school day, Atlanta Elementary School will adhere to the following procedures:

1. Leave all communication devices at home, (or)
2. All devices will be turned off and kept in the student backpack.  

*Students with a documented medical need or otherwise documented accommodation in an IEP or 504 plan, will be allowed to use the device for the need specified.  

Students not following the above procedures will be subject to disciplinary action specified in the AISD Disciplinary Grid.

An elementary school campus may not serve any competitive food (or provide access to it through direct or indirect sales) to students anywhere on school premises throughout the school day until the end of the last scheduled class.  All food, beverages and snack items must comply with the nutrition standards and portion size restrictions in this policy.

Foods otherwise restricted by the policy are permitted in classroom student birthday parties.  TDA recommends that parties be held after the class’s lunch period so celebration does not replace the nutritious lunch.

Foods of minimal nutritional value are not allowed to be provided to students at any time on school premises by anyone (including guest speakers) except for the three exempt days established by Atlanta Elementary – Christmas, Valentine’s Day and End-of-Year STAAR Strategy Celebration.

The policy does not restrict what parents may provide for their own child’s lunch or snacks.  Parents may bring FMNV or candy items for their child’s consumption, but they may not provide restricted items to other children at school.

The school day should not be interrupted needlessly. Parents and students are asked to observe the following guidelines:

1. If a student must leave school during school hours, a note from his/her parent or legal guardian must be sent to the office. The note should state the time that the student will be picked up. Approval from the office is necessary before a teacher may allow a student to leave. Anyone who picks up a student during the day may be asked for identification. The student must come to the office to meet the adult who is signing him/her out.

Note: Unless the principal has granted approval because of extenuating circumstances, a student will not regularly be released before the end of the instructional day. Please reference the compulsory attendance law notice.

2. For the protection of all students, anyone who wishes to contact students or teachers must come to the office.
3. Forgotten lunches, money, or supplies are to be left in the office and will be delivered to the appropriate student by office personnel.
4. Because of the tremendous amount of essential business which must be transacted over the office telephones, students are asked not to use the telephone except in extreme emergencies. All calls should go through the front office. Office personnel will only deliver EMERGENCY telephone messages.
5. All changes to a student’s after-school transportation must be entered in the PikMyKid App before 2:30 p.m. Students will be dismissed according to the transportation information provided in the app.
6. If parents wish to speak to their child’s teacher during the day, they should contact the teacher via email or Parent Square. The teacher will return the call as soon as possible. Parents are encouraged to make appointments to meet with teachers so the instructional day, which begins promptly at 7:50 a.m., is not interrupted.

School telephones may be used by students only in case of emergency as determined by the principal or secretary. Except in case of emergencies, classes will not be interrupted to deliver messages to students or to call them to the telephone.

Parents should make a sincere effort to meet with the teacher upon the teacher’s request for a conference. Parents wishing to have a conference with the teacher should call the school office to make an appointment or contact the teacher via Parent Square.

The school counselor is able to help students with a wide range of personal concerns. She is familiar with community resources and may direct students to other sources of information and assistance. Students or parents who wish to discuss academic or personal concerns with a student services advisor are encouraged to do so by contacting the school counseling office to set up a meeting. In case of custody disputes, please make sure the counselor and school receive appropriate court documentation.

The purpose of our disciplinary policy is to ensure the rights of each student to attend school in a safe, positive, and productive learning environment. All students shall be treated fairly and equitably. Consequences shall be based on a careful assessment of the circumstances of each case, the seriousness of the offense, the student’s age, the frequency of misconduct, the student’s attitude, and the potential effect of the misconduct upon the school environment. See District Handbook for the Discipline Grid.

Incentives for Appropriate Rabbit Pride Conduct

* House Points * classroom incentives * verbal praise * positive notes to students and parents

Consequences of Inappropriate Conduct

*verbal warnings * parent contacts * loss of privileges * time out * parent/teacher conferences * conference with counselor * lunch detention * referral to principal * corporal punishment * In School Suspension (ISS) * District Alternative Educational Placement (DAEP) * suspension * expulsion

AES Rabbit Pride Conduct Guidelines

Each student will be given one conduct grade on his/her report card. The conduct grade is determined by your child’s behavior in all classes as recorded in the class Conduct Book. Verbal warnings are not recorded. The first rule broken after the verbal warning is recorded in the class Conduct Book. The second rule broken is also recorded and results in a D-Hall. Parents will be notified when a student receives a conduct mark. The conduct grade is based on the following scale every six weeks:

E- Excellent Conduct

0-1 conduct marks recorded

S- Satisfactory Conduct

2-5 conduct marks recorded

N- Needs Improvement in Conduct

6-8 conduct marks recorded

U- Unsatisfactory Conduct

9+ conduct marks recorded

• Any student that receives an N or U in conduct will not be eligible for the A or A/B Honor Roll.
• Any student that is sent to I.S.S. (In School Suspension), DAEP or receives corporal punishment two or more times in a six-weeks grading period will receive a U in conduct for that six weeks’ period. 

Insubordination

Student language or action that expresses willful disobedience and defiance of authority and is directed toward any school employee will lead to disciplinary action. Examples of insubordination include: running from or refusing to accompany teachers or administrators to office; speaking, writing, or signaling obscenities or vulgarities to a member of the faculty or staff, giving false names or otherwise refusing to provide proper identification; refusing to follow instruction of teachers or administrators; failing to report to the office after receiving an Office Request or after being sent by a teacher; or leaving a classroom without permission from the teacher.

Right to Confiscate

Stolen items, contraband, items which are specifically forbidden by the school district policy or law, and other dangerous material may be impounded. These items may be used as evidence in school disciplinary proceedings against the students.

Search and Seizure

The administration has a right to search students’ property when in the interest of the overall welfare of other students or when necessary to preserve the good order and discipline of the school. Officials may ask students to reveal the contents of their pockets or to reveal items carried elsewhere on their person where there is reasonable cause to believe that the student has on his person items that are prohibited by law or Board policy.

Cars parked on school premises may be inspected by school personnel if there is “reasonable cause” to believe they contain items prohibited by policy or law. Students found to be in violation of this policy shall be subject to disciplinary action (Board Policies FNCG and FNCG-L).

Stealing

Stealing may result in possible legal action as well as disciplinary action. Students who steal must make restitution and are considered to be involved in misconduct. Having possession of another student’s property without permission is suspicious behavior; therefore, lost articles should be taken to teachers, administrators or the front office.

Expectations

For infractions of the student code of conduct or class rules, students may be required to attend ISS.  Students will follow the Student Code of Conduct while in ISS.  Students who do not follow the Student Code of Conduct will face further disciplinary actions.

1. Students will enter the room on time and in a quiet and orderly manner.
2. Students will bring all necessary materials to class.
3. Students will remain seated, quiet and working for the entire period.
4. Students will raise their hand for permission to speak.
5. Students will treat others with respect and dignity.
6. Students will comply with rules of conduct or it may result in additional days of ISS being assigned.

Dress Code—See District Policy

• If students have sagging pants, a zip tie will be used in place of a belt.
• Purses/Belt Bags must be kept in backpacks.
• The school is not responsible for personal items lost, stolen or broken.

Academic Awards are based on the first through the fifth six-week grading periods. 

President’s Award of Educational Excellence 
For 5th grade students to be eligible for the President’s Award for Educational Excellence, they are to earn a grade point average of 90 and above in every subject for their 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade school years, and they must earn the “Masters” level on at least one of the STAAR tests from BOTH their 3rd grade and 4th grade year. Those students will receive a certificate and a letter signed by the President of the United States. 

Principal’s Award
To be eligible for the Principal’s Award, students are to earn a 90 or above in every subject for every six weeks of the current year. These students must also maintain an S or E in conduct all year long. All grade level students may be eligible for this award. 

Other awards will be given to celebrate success throughout the year.
 

Bell to Bell Award
For a student to receive a perfect attendance award, they must be in attendance from bell to bell.  If a student is checked out during the day and does not return with an excused absence from the doctor/dentist, this will count as missing part of a day.  Students arriving late (after 7:50 a.m.) will not be considered for perfect attendance.  Every six weeks we reward the grade level class with the highest attendance rate. Students with perfect attendance all year long will be recognized with an award at the end-of-year ceremony. Medical notes must be turned in to the office within three days of an absence to be considered for this award.
 

Water or products that meet federal nutritional guidelines will be allowed in classrooms or hallways only in non-glass containers that do not have removable straws and that have secure lids. To-go containers/cups that do not secure the food or liquid in the container are not allowed in the hallway or classrooms. Containers must be able to be closed completely and secured to avoid spills. Containers must be able to be closed completely. Food will only be allowed in hallways and classrooms during special events designated by the teacher or principal.   

Materials that are part of the basic educational program are provided without charge to students. Please purchase the required grade-level supplies. Other fees include a $10 fee to purchase a House and a Field Day/Field Trip t-shirt.  There may be additional fees for a field trip. 

Persistent misbehavior may result in loss of all field trips for that semester. Attendance will be at the discretion of the principal. To be eligible to attend the end-of-the-year trip, students must not have been assigned to DAEP or assigned 2 or more placements in ISS.

There will be no Homecoming or Valentine’s Day flower or gift deliveries. There is a $1.00 charge from the florist for any other deliveries.

The Gifted and Talented Program is available for students in grades 3-5. Selection is based on teacher nomination, mental ability test scores, parent nominations, achievement test scores and creativity test scores. Additional information about the G/T Program is available from the counselor.

The following grading system has been approved by the Atlanta School Board. The lowest numerical passing grade is 70.

E—Excellent

S—Satisfactory

N—Needs Improvement

U—Unsatisfactory

A =  90-100

B = 80-89

C = 70-79

F = 69 and below

3^rd Grade ELAR/Math

Teachers will have a minimum of two grades per week.  There will be a minimum of three major grades per six weeks.  Grades should be updated weekly by Tuesday mornings at 8:00 A.M.

Daily grades may consist of the following:

• Daily work
• Homework assignments
• Quizzes
• Participation
• Performance assessments

Major grades may consist of the following:

• Formal assessments
• Projects
• Term papers
• Extended assessments
• Performance assessments

4^th Grade ELAR/Math

Teachers will have a minimum of two grades per week.  There will be a minimum of three major grades per six weeks.  Grades should be updated weekly by Tuesday mornings at 8:00 A.M.

Daily grades may consist of the following:

• Daily work
• Homework assignments
• Quizzes
• Participation
• Performance assessments

Major grades may consist of the following:

• Formal assessments
• Projects
• Term papers
• Extended assessments
• Performance assessments

5^th Grade ELAR/Math/Science

Teachers will have a minimum of two grades per week.  There will be a minimum of three major grades per six weeks.  Grades should be updated weekly by Tuesday mornings at 8:00 A.M.

Daily grades may consist of the following:

• Daily work
• Homework assignments
• Quizzes
• Participation
• Performance assessments

Major grades may consist of the following:

• Formal assessments
• Projects
• Term papers
• Extended assessments
• Performance assessments

In third and fourth grade Science, each six-week grading period will include six daily grades and two test grades. In third, fourth, and fifth grade Social Studies, each six-week grading period will also include six daily grades and two test grades. Due to extenuating circumstances, the number of grades may be reduced based on the principal’s discretion.

Report card grades are determined as follows:

Independent practice       50%
Tests (weekly, unit)         50%

To ensure that grading reflects a student’s relative mastery of an assignment, in accordance with grading guidelines, a student may be permitted a reasonable opportunity to redo an assignment or retake a test for which the student receives a failing grade. (refer to policy EIA(LOCAL))

Students will receive the actual grades they make, and it will be recorded in the grade book.  The actual average may be on the report card at the end of the six weeks.  A student who earns below a 70 on two graded assignments will be given the opportunity to redo these assignments after re-teaching has occurred. The student will be assigned the higher of the two grades, but that grade may not exceed a 70.

Cheating

Cheating shall be defined as giving or receiving information or help on a test, possession of any unauthorized material prior to or during a test, copying another student’s assignment, submitting duplicate work, or having someone else complete an assignment on behalf of the student. Plagiarism, the use of another’s ideas or products as his own, is also defined as cheating. Any student involved in instances of cheating may have his paper taken up immediately, have a zero recorded for their work, and their parent will be contacted.  If a student is referred to the office, the principal will address disciplinary action.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Academic Work

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Grok, QuillBot, etc.) to complete or generate assignments, essays, tests, or projects without prior teacher permission is considered academic dishonesty and may be treated as cheating. Students must complete all academic work independently unless explicitly authorized to use such tools. Violations may result in disciplinary action in accordance with the academic integrity policy.
 

The school nurse provides health assessments, emergency care, and first aid; conducts vision, hearing, and spinal screenings; administers medications; and coordinates care for chronic conditions with individualized healthcare plans. The nurse also educates staff and students on health topics, maintains immunization records, manages communicable diseases, and ensures care for students with health plans during school activities.

Each six weeks and each semester, students making the “A” Honor Roll or the “A-B” Honor Roll will be recognized at the House Assembly. In order for a student to qualify for the “A” Honor Roll, he/she must make a 90 or above in all subjects issuing numerical grades and a or “S” in Fine Arts, STEM and P.E. Students must make at least one “A” and an 80 or above in all subjects issuing numerical grades to qualify for the “A-B” Honor Roll. Note: An “N” or “U” in conduct in any class will disqualify a student from the Honor Roll. 

Please see AISD Board Policy for information concerning Promotion and Retention.  This information can be found on the AISD website.

Promotion and course credit shall be based on mastery of the curriculum. Expectations and standards for promotion shall be established for each grade level, content area, and course and shall be coordinated with compensatory, intensive, and/or accelerated services. [See EHBC] The District shall comply with applicable state and federal requirements when determining methods for students with disabilities [see FB] or students who are English language learners [see EHBE and EKBA] to demonstrate mastery of the curriculum.

Any modified promotion standards for a student receiving special education services shall be determined by the student's admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) committee and documented in the student's individualized education program (IEP). [See EHBA series and EKB]

In addition to the factors in law that must be considered for promotion, mastery shall be determined as follows:

1. Course assignments and unit evaluation shall be used to determine student grades in a subject. An average of 70 or higher shall be considered a passing grade.
2. Mastery of the skills necessary for success at the next level shall be validated by assessments that may either be incorporated into unit or final exams or may be administered separately. Mastery of at least 70 percent of the objectives shall be required.

In grades 1–4, promotion to the next grade level shall be based on an overall average of 70 on a scale of 100 based on course-level, grade-level standards (essential knowledge and skills) for all subject areas and a grade of 70 or above in reading and mathematics.

In grade 5, promotion to the next grade level shall be based on an overall average of 70 on a scale of 100 based on course-level, grade-level standards (essential knowledge and skills) for all subject areas and a grade of 70 or above in English/language arts/reading (ELAR) and mathematics.

Summer School

Students /parents will be notified of the need for their child to attend summer school.

Ordinarily, inclement weather will not require an early dismissal of school. Parents are urged to let their child remain at school unless otherwise instructed through the local radio and television media or the automated district alert system. Please keep school updated on phone numbers so that the alert system can be updated.  Please check the district website and the district Facebook page for information. In inclement weather, school may be the safest place for the children. 

When it is necessary for a student to be taken from school during the school day by his/her parents, one parent should come to the school office and check the student out. School officials will then call the student from the classroom. Office clearance is necessary to provide the maximum possible safety for each student.

Parties are allowed at Christmas and Valentine’s Day. Six exemption days, three party days and three other days are permitted each year. Candy and foods of minimal nutritional value are allowed on these days only, but meals may not be planned to take the place of school lunches. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) requires that all students have access to school meals daily. Students may only bring store-bought or catered cupcakes/snacks for celebrations. Atlanta Elementary has designated the following exemption dates for campus celebrations:  

• Christmas
• Valentine’s Day
• STAAR Strategy Game Day
• End of Year Grade Level Field Days
• House Parties

Individual Student Birthdays

• In accordance with the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Public Schools Nutrition Policy effective August 1, 2004, parents may only offer cupcakes or cookies to be distributed for student birthdays after lunch period has ended.
• Please make arrangements with homeroom teachers before bringing store-bought or catered cupcakes/snacks for birthday celebrations. Birthday treats can be shared with the class after 2:45 p.m. 
• Birthday invitations may NOT be passed out during school hours.

Individual and group pictures are made during the school year. 

PBIS is the system of procedures and expectations followed by our students.

AES Rabbit Pride Campus Expectations
1.    PREPARE for learning.
2.    RESPECT others and their possessions.
3.    INTEGRITY is my character.  “I” have a choice.
4.    DEDICATE my time wisely.
5.    EXCELLENCE is my goal.
 

AES Rabbit Pride Restroom Expectations 
1.    Students will not be allowed to take pencils, pens or other sharp objects into the restrooms.
2.    Students will not be allowed to mark or write on the walls in the restroom. 
3.    Students will not be allowed to swing on the doors or stand on the commodes in the restroom. 
4.    Students will not be allowed to play with commodes or hand driers in the restrooms.
5.    Students will not be allowed to play with soap and water or throw paper water balls on the wall and/or ceiling.
 

AES Rabbit Pride Playground Expectations
Be respectful, responsible, and safe.
1.    Students are expected to not throw rocks, sticks, dirt, pinecones, etc.
2.    Students are expected to remain in a sitting position while sliding and swinging. 
3.    Students are expected to not bounce object off building walls.
4.    Students are expected to remain in the open playground area at all times.
5.    Students are expected to not bring sharp objects such as pencils and pens to the playground.
6.    Students are expected to share equipment with others.
7.    Students are expected to not play tackle football.
8.    Students are expected to treat others with respect and dignity. 
 

AES Rabbit Pride Hallway Expectations

1.    Students are to walk quietly on the right side one behind the other going up or down the hallways.
2.    If a student is not carrying books, they are to walk with their hands “saddled up” behind their backs.
3.    Should a teacher have to say, “Hallway Position,” students will correct any improper hallway position.
 

AES Rabbit Pride Bus Expectations
(See district section of the handbook) 

AES Rabbit Pride Cafeteria Expectations
All elementary students who enter the cafeteria will follow the procedures as outlined below for breakfast and lunch

At breakfast: 

•    Students will enter the cafeteria as they arrive from 7:25 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. Breakfast duty supervisors will instruct students which line to get in.

At lunch:

•    The playground aides are to walk their students in to the cafeteria. 
•    Students will enter the cafeteria in hallway position.
•    Lunch duty supervisors will instruct students which line to get in.  
•    After students receive their trays, they will proceed to find a seat where they choose.
•    There will be only 1 to a seat until tables are filled and then lunch duty supervisor can seat 2 students to a seat.
•    Students will need to be aware of the “Give Me Five Rule”. (1. Eyes on the speaker 2. Quiet 3. Ears are Listening 4. Hands free 5. Body is still.)
•    Students who choose to not meet expectations will be seated at individual tables.
•    Lunch duty supervisors will dismiss students one table or one class at a time.
•    Students will put their tray away when called by the teacher to line up.
•    Students will exit the cafeteria in hall position by class.
 

In an effort to ensure safety in the school, the following items are prohibited in addition to the items listed in the AISD Student Code of Conduct:

• Knives of any size, including pocket knives
• Fireworks of any kind
• Razors
• Chains/laser pointers
• Guns / BB guns/pellet / or air guns of any size or shape and/or ammunition
• Any other object used in a way that threatens or inflicts bodily injury to another person
• Any toy resembling a weapon, i.e. toy gun, sword, etc.
• Glass items (including drink bottles)
• Toys
• Electronic toys (games)
• Collectibles of any kind
• Any other items that cause an academic disruption to the class.
• Sharp objects – syringes/needles/etc.
• Oversized or large purses
• Energy Drinks/Coffee

Process for Campus Intervention Team (CIT)

The Campus Intervention Team (CIT) is a collaborative effort designed to ensure that students with specific needs will receive support in the general education classroom. The purpose of the Campus Intervention Team is to explore reasons why a student is experiencing difficulty in academic or behavioral skills and then to develop an intervention plan of strategies for success. Students performing on or above grade level are targeted for academic acceleration through a pull-out program.

The Response to Intervention plan (RtI) is implemented over a period of time. This process is carefully monitored through a documentation process. Following this initial intervention phase, the student intervention team reviews the student’s response to the strategies and determines if further support services are necessary. Such supports may include, but are not limited to, additional campus programs and/or a referral for dyslexia, 504, or special education.
 

Response to Intervention (RTI)

Atlanta Elementary School utilizes a 3 Tiered Teaching plan in order to assist students who are struggling in the classroom. Each tier consists of targeted approaches/ programs in order to assist the student. They consist of the following.

Current Services/Interventions offered by Atlanta Elementary School

Tier 1
Primary Classroom Intervention (PCI)

(Screening test, whole-class instructional techniques, school-wide systems for all students, whole-classroom systems for all students.) 

Intervention Tools & Options:

• Dibels
• Benchmarks
• STAR Reading
• Differentiated Instruction
• Accelerated Reader
• Study Island
• ESL
• Blended Learning
• MAPS Testing
• 504/SPED Interventions

Tier 2
Secondary Intervention

(Targeted short-term interventions, specialized group systems for students at risk, small group techniques, methodologies, targeted strategies) 

Intervention Tools & Options:

• CIT
• Dibels
• Small group accelerated instruction
• Math/Reading Support: small group accelerated instruction
• 504/SPED Interventions
• ESL
• Accelerated Reader
• Tutoring 
• Study Island
• Blended Learning
• Dyslexia

Tier 3
Tertiary Intervention

(Intensive instruction, specialized individual systems for students with intense needs.) 

Intervention Tools & Options:

• Behavior Intervention Plan
• Dibels
   
• 504/SPED Interventions
• Small group accelerated instruction
• Math/Reading Support: low ratio accelerated instruction
• ESL
• Accelerated Reader
• Reading by Design
• Dyslexia
• Tutoring
• Study Island
• Blended Learning

Options and Requirements for Providing Assistance to Students Who Have Learning Difficulties or Who Need or May Need Special Education

If a child is experiencing learning difficulties, the parent is encouraged to contact the school to learn about the district’s overall general education referral or screening system for support services. This system links students to a variety of support options, including referral for a special education evaluation. Students having difficulty in the regular classroom should be considered for tutorial, compensatory, and other support services that are available to all students.  

If evaluation is needed, the parent will be notified and asked to provide consent for the evaluation. The district must complete the evaluation and the report within 60 calendar days of the date the district receives the written consent. The district must give a copy of the report to the parent.  

If the district determines that the evaluation is not needed, the district will provide the parent with a notice that explains why the child will not be evaluated. This notice will include a statement that informs the parent of their rights if they disagree with the district. Additionally, the notice must inform the parent how to obtain a copy of the Notice of Procedural Safeguards Rights of Students with Disabilities.   

The designated person to contact regarding options for a child experiencing learning difficulties or a referral for evaluation for special education is the counselor at 903-796-7164.
 

To ensure the safety of students, ride changes are required to be submitted through the PikMyKid app no later than 2:30 p.m. daily. This policy helps to coordinate transportation effectively and ensure that students are safely accounted for during pick-up times. If the office does not receive proper notification of ride changes, the student will follow his/her normal routine.

Disaster Drill (Fire)
Designated Fire alarm – The signal indicates that staff should lead all students out of the building in an orderly manner without pushing or crowding.  Designated Signal - Return to the classrooms.

Disaster Drill (Tornado, Hurricane) Signal 
The signal indicates that staff should lead all students to the designated area where they are to assume the proper position for a tornado, which is on the floor facing the wall with a book covering their head or under a desk. Students who are already in their designated areas will get under desks; students coming into the classroom will get by the walls.  

Emergency Lockdown
In the case that students would need to be involved in a lockdown, students should follow directions on the announcement. At that point teachers would instruct their students to move away from the doors and windows. The teacher will lock his/her door and turn off the lights in the classroom. Teachers will follow emergency lockdown procedures. 

Building Evacuation Drill (Fire, Gas, Electrical Problems)
Students will follow evacuation procedures. Quickly evacuate the building to load on buses to be transported to the Atlanta High School football field. A bus evacuation drill is also practiced. 

Intruder Alert 
An intruder alert signal will be used to indicate an active shooter on campus. Teachers will decide the best course to keep students safe in the classroom or move to an alternate location at Atlanta Primary School.
 

The District believes that every student has the right to attend District schools and school-related activities free from all forms of discrimination on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment. The District considers sexual harassment of students to be serious and will consider the full range of disciplinary options, up to and including expulsion, according to the nature of the offense. 

All students are expected to treat one another courteously, with respect for the other person’s feelings; to avoid any behaviors known to be offensive; and to stop these behaviors when asked or told to stop. All students are prohibited from engaging in offensive verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature directed toward another student. This prohibition applies whether the conduct is by word, gesture or any other intimidating sexual conduct, including requests for sexual favors that the other student regards as offensive or provocative.  Students and/or parents are encouraged to discuss their questions or concerns about the expectations in this area with the teacher, the principal, designee, or counselor.  A complaint alleging sexual harassment by another student or sexual harassment or sexual abuse by a staff member may be presented by a student and/or parent in a conference with the principal or principal designee. The first conference with the student ordinarily will be held as soon as possible within five days of the request. The principal will coordinate an appropriate investigation, which ordinarily will be completed within 10 days. The student or parent will be informed if extenuating circumstances delay completion of the investigation. The student will not be required to present a complaint to a person who is the subject of the complaint. If the resolution of the complaint is not satisfactory to the student or parent, the student or parent, within 10 days, may request a conference with the superintendent or designee by following the procedure set out in Board policy FFH (LOCAL). If the resolution by the superintendent or designee is unsatisfactory, the student or parent may present the complaint to the Board as provided by policy. 
 

Every Friday is Spirit Day at Atlanta Elementary School. Children and staff are encouraged to wear their Rabbit shirts. 

Textbooks are furnished free by the State of Texas. Charges are made for damaged or lost books. 

At Atlanta Elementary School, we believe that strong parent involvement is crucial to the success of our students. We recognize that parents and guardians play a vital role in their children's education and overall development. Therefore, we have developed this Parent Involvement Policy to establish a framework for effective collaboration between the school, parents, and the community.

Objective:
The primary objective of this policy is to foster a positive and supportive partnership between Atlanta Elementary School, parents, and the community. By working together, we aim to enhance student achievement, create a welcoming school environment, and promote a culture of lifelong learning.

Guiding Principles:

1. Respect: We value the unique perspectives, backgrounds, and contributions of all parents and guardians. We will treat all families with respect and promote open and honest communication.
2. Collaboration: We believe in the power of collaborative decision-making. We will actively involve parents in the educational process, seeking their input, ideas, and feedback to improve our programs and services.
3. Accessibility: We will ensure that our school is accessible to all parents, regardless of their socioeconomic status, language proficiency, or cultural background. We will provide translation and interpretation services as needed and promote inclusive practices.
4. Engagement: We will provide opportunities for parents to actively engage in their children's education, both at home and at school. We will offer a range of activities, workshops, and events to encourage parent participation.

Parent-School Partnership

Effective Communication:

• Regular and clear communication will be maintained between the school and parents through various channels, including newsletters, emails, websites, and social media platforms.
• The school will provide information about academic programs, curriculum, student progress, and extracurricular activities, ensuring that parents are well-informed about their child's educational journey.

Parent-Teacher Conferences:

• Parent-teacher conferences will be scheduled to discuss student progress, goals, and areas for improvement.
• Teachers will be available for additional meetings upon request to address specific concerns or questions.

Volunteering and Involvement:

• Parents are encouraged to volunteer in classroom events and other school activities.
• The school will organize regular volunteer opportunities, such as field trips, special events, and fundraising activities, to actively engage parents.

Community Engagement

Partnerships with Community Organizations:

• Atlanta Elementary School will establish partnerships with community organizations, businesses, and agencies to enhance the resources and opportunities available to our students and families.
• Collaboration will focus on promoting health and wellness, cultural awareness, career exploration, and family support services.

Parent Education and Community Events:
The school will organize family-oriented events, workshops, and seminars in collaboration with community partners to promote learning, networking, and community engagement.

Evaluation and Accountability

Periodic Review:
The Parent Involvement Policy will be reviewed periodically by the school administration, staff, and the Campus Site-Based Committee to ensure its effectiveness and make necessary revisions.

Feedback Mechanisms:
Atlanta Elementary School will solicit feedback from parents through surveys, focus groups, and other means to assess their satisfaction with the parent involvement initiatives and identify areas for improvement.

Conclusion:
This Parent Involvement Policy reflects our commitment to building strong partnerships with parents and the community to create an environment that fosters student success. Atlanta Elementary School recognizes that when parents are actively involved in their child's education, it leads to improved academic outcomes and a sense of belonging. Together, we can empower our students to reach their full potential.

Title I Parent – School Compact
The Atlanta Independent School District and the parents of the student in this school-wide Title I school district recognize the importance of cooperation between the school environment and the home environment for the successful education of our youth. In an effort to build and develop a strong and responsible partnership that will help our students achieve the state’s high academic standard, a compact has been developed. The school compact will be distributed on Meet the Teacher Night at the beginning of the year. 

Responsibilities of Students
Atlanta Elementary School shall foster a climate of mutual respect for the rights of others. Each student is expected to respect the rights and privileges of other students, teachers and direct staff. Students shall exercise their rights responsibly, and in compliance with established rules of conduct. Students’ responsibilities for achieving a positive learning environment at school or school-related activities shall include:
1.    Attending all classes, daily and on time.
2.    Being prepared for each class with appropriate materials and assignments.
3.    Being properly dressed and groomed. 
4.    Treating others with dignity and respect. 
5.    Behave in a responsible manner and obey all school rules. 
6.    Cooperate with school staff in investigation of disciplinary cases and volunteer information, should he/she have knowledge relating to an offense. 
7.    Pursue and master the essential elements of the curriculum of study. 
 

Responsibilities of Parents 

Parents have the responsibility to:

1.    Provide for the physical, emotional and social needs of the child. 
2.    Teach the student to listen to teachers and other school personnel and obey rules. 
3.    Ensure their child’s compliance with school attendance requirements and promptly report and explain absences and tardiness to the school. 
4.    Encourage and lead the child to develop proper study habits at home. 
5.    Participate in positive parent-teacher conferences to discuss their child’s school progress and welfare. 
6.    Be sure their child is appropriately dressed at school and school-related activities.
7.    Maintain up-to-date home, work, and emergency telephone numbers and other pertinent information at school.
8.    Cooperate with school administrators and teachers in their efforts to achieve and maintain a quality school system.

Vandalism is the defacing or destruction of any public or private property. It may range from minor acts such as writing on desks or walls to more flagrant acts such as defacing school buildings or destroying private property.  In cases of vandalism, the campus administration shall review the case and determine the type of disciplinary action to be applied.  Involved students (or their parents) must pay the damages assessed.  A written report of all action taken involving vandalism cases will be sent to central administration.

Parents who wish to volunteer can pick up an application for our STAR Volunteers from the front office at any time.