PARENT RIGHTS AND POLICIES
Dear Epping Parent:
Welcome to the 2011-2012 school year. The Annual Parent Notice of Rights and Policies includes summarized information governing the learning environment in accordance with state and federal law and requiring parental notification. Non-discrimination policy has been revised to address the request and use of genetic information. The school district will not request or use genetic information to discriminate. Acceptable computer use policy has been completely revised to address new technology and to meet the criteria for state approval of the Technology Plan. The State Legislature also adopted a new chapter of law to address the use of physical restraint in schools.
On a local level the Epping School Board has eliminated the one-mile restriction for student transportation due to traffic and safety concerns. All students are eligible for bus transportation to and from school per the established bus routes. Questions may be addressed to the SAU Office. Due to state and national concern regarding student athletes, the school district is recommending a baseline concussion test for any athlete participating in sports, and a follow up test for any athlete suspected of having a concussion following a contact or collision. Questions may be directed to the District Athletic Director. The School Board has also approved parent online access to monitor student food service account balances and new student guidelines for charging meals to address issues in collecting outstanding balances. MealTime Online may be accessed from the district website navigation menu and from school websites under school lunch program. Please refer to the school student/parent handbook for more information regarding food service guidelines. Questions may be directed to the school.
Epping Students Not Attending Epping Schools - The District also welcomes students residing in Epping and attending home schools, charter schools, private schools, and out-of-district special education schools. Students may be eligible to participate in core classes, other classes, co-curricular activities, social activities, and/or extra-curricular activities. Please reference Policy IHBGA Home, Charter, Private, & Out-of-District Special Education Student Participation in Epping Schools for details.
We look forward to working with you and your child!