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C.C.A.'s are those school programs that extend beyond the school day and meet on a regular basis. We at the Tyl Middle School encourage all students to participate in these activities. They are fun and add another dimension to school. They also afford an opportunity to establish new friendships and skills. The following are some activities at the Tyl Middle School:
1. All students are barred from C.C.A.s while on suspension.
2. Students with detentions on days a C.C.A. is scheduled must serve the detention unless excused by the teacher issuing the detention.
3. Any student who fails any two subjects will become ineligible for C.C.A.s for one quarter. (See ineligibility policy below.)
4. Students who are absent from school on the day of a C.C.A. cannot participate in that activity unless he/she has a valid excuse and the parent or guardian calls the school in advance to obtain administrative permission.
5. In the event of a situation arising which is not covered by these rules, the administration will provide a final decision.
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School counselors are available to help students better understand themselves, their abilities, talents, and career options in order to make mature, responsible decisions affecting their lives and the lives of others. Students may see their counselor by making an appointment before or after class or immediately with teacher permission in an emergency. Counselors may offer focus groups in response to student needs, for example: divorce groups, peer acceptance groups, and study skills programs. Parents are encouraged to contact their child's counselor with any concerns they might have.
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Each year Tyl students take a variety of educational field trips. Students are expected to represent their school for the fine institution that it is. Good conduct while at Tyl Middle School is necessary for field trip participation. Students may be excluded from field trips due to a poor behavioral record. In addition, behavioral expectations found in school are always expected on field trips. Over the past years, students have visited the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City as well as museums and places of interest including Boston, Washington D.C., Plymouth Plantation, Gettysburg, Project Oceanology, The Connecticut State House, Superior Court, The Mark Twain House, Gloucester Whale Watch, and the Garde Theater. Foreign language students have participated in trips to France and Spain and have hosted foreign exchange students here as well.
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The library/media center houses a collection of materials designed to meet a variety of needs and abilities. The center provides students and staff with an impressive collection of current sources ranging in variety from books, magazines, pamphlets, filmstrips, cassettes, records, videos, and computer software. Students receive a library/media center orientation early in the school year that helps provide them with the resources to use the center most effectively.
The center is open before and after school and can be used during class with a pass from the teacher. Most books may be borrowed for one week and may usually be renewed.
It is the student's responsibility to return all borrowed books to the book drop located in the library. Books are not to be left on the librarian's desk. Students who damage or fail to return a book will be required to pay for it or lose the privilege of borrowing books.
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No school announcements will be carried by stations WNLC, WTYD, WICH, WSUB, WQGN, WERI, and WVVE.
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Students will have an opportunity to purchase basic school supplies, clothing, and other items at reasonable prices before school and during lunch time. The school store is located across from the nurse's office and operates on a scheduled basis.
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Students who are eligible to be transported to school by bus may not ride any bus except the one normally used. All buses are filled, and permission cannot be given to ride other buses to visit friends or to go to any other activities.
Students who have remained after school for extra help with school work, extra-curricular activities, or detention will be provided transportation to within reasonable distance of their home. (See map in school office or contact Bus Director.)
A student must sign a late bus list in the office or with the teacher in charge by 1:10 p.m. to be eligible for late bus transportation.
The bus driver is in charge of the bus and its occupants from the time the students get on the bus until they are safely discharged. Students are expected to respect the rights of others at all times. Smoking, profane language, and misbehavior on the bus are prohibited. Repeated misbehavior or a single serious offense will result in losing bus privileges. If a student is on bus suspension, a parent is required to provide transportation to and from school. In an emergency situation only, students may take another bus with a written note from home and consent from the transportation supervisor.
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The Tyl Middle School offers a number of programs that come under the heading of Special Education Services. These include learning disabilities classes, psychological testing and counseling, speech and language therapy, and educational programs to meet special needs.
In order for a child not previously placed into a special education program to be placed, a pupil planning and placement team (P.P.T.) meeting must occur. This team approach is used only after other modifications to the existing program have been attempted and have failed. During the P.P.T. meeting there is a review of the child's academic performance, behavior, and test data for the purpose of determining whether or not a child is in need of special services and, if needed, what those services will be.
The P.P.T. is composed of an administrator or his designee, a classroom teacher, counselor, a member of the Special Services staff, the child's parent or legal guardian, and any other individuals as deemed appropriate. Recommendations for Special Services placement will not take place without written parental permission.
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The Student Assistance Team (SAT) is available to assist students with substance abuse and related esteem problems. Parents, teachers, peers, or the student him/herself may refer to this team for help. Initial referral may be to a school administrator or school counselor. When a referral has been made, parents will be contacted by a team member. The team will investigate the situation and attempt to provide support to enable the student to cope successfully with his/her problem. Confidentiality will be stressed in all cases handled by the team.
The SAT also plans informational as well as focus group programs for students, parents, and school staff. A CRISIS INTERVENTION component also exists for emergency situations should they occur. Students, teachers and parents may refer problems to Tyl's PEER MEDIATION program.
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