School Information
ABSENCES
If a child is absent, he/she may have additional homework in order to make up classwork. According to School Board of Broward County guidelines, a child has 2 days for each day absent to complete all make-up work. In order to give teachers adequate preparation time, requests for homework should be made 24 hours prior to material pick up.
AFTER SCHOOL CARE
An after school program is provided from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Special activities are offered on teacher planning days and most holidays. This program is coordinated by After School Program (ASP). Please call 720-2882 for further information.
BIKE RIDERS
In compliance with Florida Law, all bike riders must wear safety helmets. Once on campus, it is important for students to walk their bicycles to the bike compound. In order to safeguard the bicycle, a bike lock should be used.
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BUS RIDERS
Bus transportation is provided by the School Board for students who live two or more miles from the school. Only those eligible may use this mode of transportation. In order to help ensure safety for all passengers, each bus rider is expected to cooperate with the bus driver and follow the bus safety rules. Failure to comply with these rules may result in a suspension of bus privileges.
As stated in Florida State Law, all students are expected to attend school regularly and to be punctual. The Student Conduct and Discipline Code Book gives detailed information regarding attendance requirements.
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CAR RIDERS
The parent drop off / pick up area is on the East Side of the school. It is important for cars to maintain a single file and not pass another car unless directed to do so. Students should be dropped off so that they exit onto the sidewalk. Do not encourage students to walk between cars. Any child who exits a car parked in the parking lot must be escorted by the parent across the traffic lane at the marked crosswalks.
At the end of the day, parents must wait in cars when picking up children. Cars should not be left unattended. If there is a need to enter the building, a suitable parking space should be found so that the flow of traffic is not interrupted. Please remember, outdoor supervision ends at 2:20 p.m.
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CLINIC
Students who become ill at school may request a pass to the clinic (located in the office). If a student is unable to return to class, parents will be notified. Students may not remain at school when ill. It is imperative that the school has at least two current emergency telephone numbers for all students.
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DRESS AND PERSONAL GROOMING
Students are expected to dress in attire appropriate for school. Please refer to the Student Conduct and Discipline Codebook for details. Fox Trail has instituted a uniform color code. Shorts, slacks, skirts or skorts should be navy or khaki and may be worn with white, gold, royal blue or navy polo shirts.
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FIELD TRIPS
Field trips are designed to enhance the educational programs and curriculum at Fox Trail Elementary. Parents are requested to sign an authorization form. If the signed form is not received, the child will not be able to participate. Any fees involved must be turned in with the authorization form.
Chaperoning is an important responsibility and is supportive of the classroom teacher's efforts. Because of safety and liability reasons, chaperones may not bring other children on the trip.
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HEALTH SCREENINGS
The School Board of Broward County is required by Florida Statute 402.32 and 230.2312 to conduct a health screening program. Throughout the school year we will be conducting the following screening components:
o Vision (Kindergarten, 1st grade, 5th grade)
o Hearing (Kindergarten, 1st grade, 5th grade)
o Height / weight (Kindergarten - 3rd grade)
Through a cooperative agreement with the Broward County Public Health Unit, the screening will be accomplished by trained school personnel. If a problem is detected, you will be notified.
If you do not want your child to participate in this program, please notify the school in writing immediately.
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HOMEWORK GUIDELINES
Homework is an extension of the classroom's activities and reinforces the learning process.
Each grade level has developed a policy that is specific for the students in that grade.
Parents' encouragement and support are important factors related to the manner in which a child approaches homework. Several suggestions to provide a positive approach to homework are:
o Take an active interest in what your child is doing and promote good study habits.
o Provide a suitable place, conducive to good learning.
o Provide for homework in your daily routine.
o Give encouragement.
o Encourage students to seek clarification if assignments are not understood.
If a child is absent, he/she may have additional homework in order to make up classwork. According to School Board of Broward County guidelines, a child has 2 days for each day absent to complete all make-up work. In order to give teachers adequate preparation time, requests for homework should be made 24 hours prior to material pick up.
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TELEPHONES
Student use of office phones is discouraged unless there is an emergency. Children are expected to be prepared with lunch money, homework, materials or plans for special after school activities. Phone calls will not be directed to the classroom during the studentsÕ school day.
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TARDIES
Tardiness often results in the student's missing important information and explanation of schoolwork. Students are expected to be ready to enter their classrooms when the bell rings at 7:55 a.m. Those who arrive after 8:00 a.m. will be marked tardy. Any student arriving after 8:15 a.m. should report to the office to get a class admit slip.
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STUDENT AGENDA
Organization and time management skills are important for students to be successful in their educational endeavors. In order to assist with these skills, students in first grade through fifth grade are required to purchase and utilize a Fox Trail Agenda Book. This is being sold by the PTSA for $3.50.
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STUDENT ACCIDENT INSURANCE
Parents are given the opportunity to enroll children each fall in a low cost school insurance plan that provides coverage for medical expenses resulting from accidents. This may cover a child for either up to 24 hours or merely during school hours.
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MEDICATION
Broward County School Board Policy does not permit elementary students to transport medication to or from school. Medication that is administered must be brought to school by the parent and must be properly labeled in its original container.
Any medication, including aspirin, which is administered at school, may be done only if an Authorization for Medication form is on file. This form is available in the office and must be signed by the child's doctor. An updated authorization form is required every 12 months.
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