Please note that this is a living document. We revisit periodically throughout the year to make adjustments as needed.

Consider revisiting this document occasionally.

Daily Schedule

Arrival Time

Students should not be on school grounds before 8:15am except for those attending breakfast or with special permission.  Students should go directly to the designated line up area.  Students will enter the building with their teacher at the first bell.

Dismissal Time

School is dismissed at 3:00pm, Monday - Friday, and 1:45pm on select Fridays.  Walkers are expected to leave the grounds immediately.  Bus students line up at the designated bus pick-up area.  Students are NOT allowed to ride a different bus home with a friend or relative, they need to go home in the usual manner.  Students are not to return to campus before 5:00pm unless they are participating in an approved activity.

Regal Single Point of Entry

Our doors will be locked from 8:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.   

ALL adults (parents, guardians, volunteers, visitors) must enter through the front doors.  There will be a camera on the left, after you enter the first set of doors.  You will not be able to enter the building until a staff member identifies you and lets you in.  Please remove hats, hoods, sunglasses or anything that could hide your appearance.  Look into the camera to help us identify you.

Adults picking up a student must show ID.  Adults picking up a student who is not on the student's pick-up list will not be let in until a parent is contacted, and the adult is approved to pick up the student.

After entering the building, everyone must check in at the office.  If your student is late, and you cannot accompany them to the door, please send your student with a note or call the office (354-3900) stating the reason for the tardy.

We value our partnership with parents.  The best way to talk with your student's teacher is to prearrange a meeting by calling or by emailing before school, 8:00-8:25 a.m., or after school 3:00-3:30 p.m.

With our single point of entry, it is important we all work together to have our students in class and ready to learn at 8:30 a.m.  Please pick up your student outside after school.

There are times during the day that are very busy.  We will get to each person at the single point of entry as quickly as we can.  Thank you for helping us keep our students safe.

Breakfast and Lunch Program

Hot breakfasts and lunches are served daily at Regal.  The school district will also publish a monthly calendar that is available at Monthly Breakfast and Lunch Calendar.

We are pleased to inform you that Regal will participate in the USDA program called Community Eligibility Provision. All enrolled students at Regal are eligible to receive a healthy breakfast and lunch at school at no charge each day of the 2021-2022 school year.

We encourage students to refrain from bringing carbonated beverages or energy drinks to school.

The cafeteria is always carefully supervised.  The atmosphere in the cafeteria is intended to be pleasant, relaxed and orderly.  Students will be expected to follow the established cafeteria rules and conduct themselves courteously and responsibly.

Birthday Treats at Regal

We love celebrating birthdays at Regal, but would like to ask for your support as we create a healthier tradition.  Please do not send birthday treats to school.  Throughout our district, over 30% of our children are dealing with overweight and obesity issues and Spokane Public Schools is committed to creating a healthy food environment that will model good food choices.  The concerns around food in the classroom include: obesity issues, life threatening allergies, sanitation concerns, and rodent/pest control.

At Regal, every morning during announcements we acknowledge those students celebrating birthdays for the day and any students celebrating over the weekend.  Also, throughout the month our wonderful kitchen staff provide a treat (regardless of whether the student has hot lunch or brings their own lunch) to students who have birthdays that month.

Attendance

Washington State has a compulsory attendance law.  This means that students are to be in school every day for the entire year, State Board of Education regulation No. WAC 180-4C-100 states: "Pupils shall be punctual and regular in attendance and shall obey all the rules and regulations of the school district as determined by the Administration and Board of Directors."  Generally, the only excuse for absence is illness.  Regular attendance is of greatest importance for your child's success and is a most necessary habit toward a productive adult life.  When a child is ill, he/she should be kept home.

Parents are asked to call the SCHOOL ATTENDANCE HOTLINE (at 354-3939, the 24 hour attendance hotline) by 8:30 am if your child is ill and going to be absent.  This is helpful to us and assures the child's safety.

Excused Absence: Children may be excused for medical and dental appointments during school hours.  Students are never to leave school during the school day except by written permission of parents, parental phone permission or by permission of the principal.  Students may make up any assignments during the period of an excused absence.

Tardiness: Students entering the building after the bell has rung are tardy.  They need to report to the office to check in and get a tardy slip to present to their teacher.  Excessive tardiness will result in the school calling home to indicate there is a problem.

If for any reason you need to remove your child from school sometime during the day, please check in at the office first.  You will be asked to sign them out, note why you are taking them, and the office will call your child from class.  Students will be released to the parent or guardian signing their registration papers.  If you wish someone else to pick up your child from school, call the school beforehand and/or send a note with your child to alert the office.

Call 354-3939 (24 hour attendance hotline) if your child will be absent from school.

Immunizations

Washington State law requires that children attending kindergarten through the 12th grade MUST be properly immunized in order to attend school.  You must present, on or before your child's first day of school, proof of:

Full immunization or initiation of the schedule of immunization or a certificate of exemption (religious or medical).

Proof constitutes completion of the Certificate of Immunization Status Form and your signature.

Medication at School

According to state law and district policy, if it is necessary for your child to receive oral medication (prescription or non prescription) during school hours, a medication request form must be filled out and signed by both the physician and parent.  These forms are available in the school office.  All medication must be in a current pharmacy container and will be kept in the school office.  To ensure safety, parents are required to have an adult deliver the medication to school.

Regal's School Wide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (SWPBIS)

What is SWPBIS?

School-wide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is a universal, school-wide prevention program that aims to establish a social culture within the school in which students expect and support appropriate behavior from one another.  Thereby, creating a school environment that is socially predictable, consistent, safe, and positive.  The primary goals of PBIS are to reduce problem behaviors within schools that lead to office discipline referrals and suspensions and to change perceptions of school safety.

Target Population

PBIS is a universal approach that is geared toward all students (Preschool-6th) at Regal Elementary.  PBIS also includes targeted (Tier II) support for small groups or individuals exhibiting problem behavior, and tertiary (Tier III) support for students presenting more complex patterns of behavior.

PBIS Pyramid

Disregarding expectations will lead to the following:

Tier 1/Universal (All Students/All Settings)

School-wide, Culturally Responsive 

Systems of Support/School wide PBIS (75-85% of students)

Includes: Expectations signage, school-wide recognition, social-emotional skills teaching

Tier 2/Selected

Classroom & Small Group Strategies, (10-20% of students)

Includes: Social-skills groups, daily check in with an adult, classroom behavior interventions

Tier 3/Targeted/Intensive

Individual Interventions, (3-5%)

Includes: Individualized interventions for high-risk behaviors

RAMS Rules

R-Respect Self, Others and the Environment

A-Accept Responsibility

M-Make Good Decisions

S-Solving Problems Positively

Positive Reward Systems

Yellow (Individual) RAMS Bucks

Awarded by classroom teachers, support staff and volunteers in the building when students display RAMS behaviors and other expectations of focus.  There is a weekly school-wide drawing and chosen students select from a menu of rewards.

Blue (Classroom) RAMS Bucks

Awarded by classroom teachers, support staff and volunteers in the building when a classroom displays RAMS behaviors and other expectations of focus.  There is a weekly school-wide drawing and chosen classes earn a treat.

Consequences for Inappropriate Behavior

1. Classroom Management Plan
2. Possible Actions could include: restorative practices, temporary removal from class, check-in with "Buddy" teacher, phone call home, administrative review and action (if necessary), detention, withdrawal of privileges, in-school intervention, suspension, expulsion, or referral to the MTSS Team or outside agency.

Playground Rules

Running is allowed on the field.  Walking is required on and around the Big Toy, the overhang and blacktop unless students are playing an approved game.

Wearing shoes that have a back or a strap over the heel is necessary for safety.  Wearing flip flops, sandals or going barefoot is not safe on the blacktop or field.  Without proper shoes, students will be limited on walking on the blacktop.

School rules will apply to all games.  These rules are taught at the beginning of the year and reviewed as needed with individuals.

No sports equipment should be coming from home to school.

Students are encouraged to play safely and fairly at all times.

Winter Playground Rules

Absolutely NO snowball throwing or kicking of snow.  Students are not to slide on the ice or play on the snowbanks.

Playground equipment and the "Big Toy" will be used only during safe weather conditions.

Students are expected to wear weather appropriate clothing, such as coats, boots, gloves and hats.

Recess will be held outside as much as possible, as it is very beneficial for students to get outside for fresh air during the day.  In extreme weather conditions, recess will be moved indoors.

Bicycles

Students who ride bikes to school should:

Walk them across crosswalks

Walk them on school sidewalks

Lock them up in the racks provided

Heelies, Scooters and skateboards are not appropriate at school.

Dress Code, Electronics and Bus Safety

Dress Code

Students should dress in a way that is not disruptive to the educational environment or dangerous to themselves or others.

Skirts and shorts, should be no shorter than just above the knee (must be longer than your fingertips hanging at your side).

No revealing shirts, spaghetti straps and tube tops are not permitted unless a shirt is worn under them or a vest or jacket is worn over them.

No revealing shirts, the chest and midriff must be covered completely at all times.  Neck lines and back lines must not fall below the armpit line.  Undergarments are not allowed to show at any time.

Pants are not allowed to sag.  Pants are expected to be pulled to the waist and secured to stay.  Undergarments are not allowed to show.

No hats or bandanas are to be worn in the building.

No inappropriate t-shirts (no alcohol, tobacco, sexually explicit, racist or unhealthy messages).

No gloves or heelie shoes worn in the building.

No pajamas, slippers or flip flops, shoes must be worn.

If your student is unable to follow these guidelines, families will be called to bring appropriate clothing to school.  If someone cannot be reached, loaner clothing will be provided if possible.  Thank you for your cooperation on this issue.

Expensive Equipment

Expensive electronic equipment from home should not be coming to school.  We cannot accept responsibility for any items that are lost or stolen (iPods, cell phones, etc.). If students carry cell phones for safety, the phones must be turned off and kept in a backpack between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. or they will be confiscated.  A parent or guardian will have to come and pick them up.

Sports Equipment and Toys

Students are not allowed to bring sports equipment or toys to school.  They will be taken away.

Bus Safety

The bus driver is in charge of the bus and student passengers.  The driver is required to report any student's disobedience and misbehavior to the transportation supervisor and school principal.  The RAMS rules apply in addition to the following:

1. Students will be ready at the bus stop 5 minutes before pick up times.
2. Students will board and leave the bus in an orderly manner.
3. Students will sit properly in their seats and remain seated while the bus is in motion.

Students cited for repeated misbehavior will be suspended from riding the bus.

School Communication

We realize that due to separation and divorce, many students live with only one parent or guardian.  The following policy is an attempt to assist the school and parents in communicating with each other under those circumstances.  Until a parent or guardian presents the school with an official document of custody, communication will be sent to the child's residence.  Unless the school receives and verifies official notification that a court order exists to prohibit such action, and verifies official notification that a court order exists to prohibit such action, the non-custodial parent or guardian may 1) receive, upon request, copies of any and all communication from the school about the student, 2) receive, upon request, information about the student's health, attendance, or school progress, and 3) attend, upon request,  a school scheduled conference to review the child's program.  A copy of court orders will be kept on file in the school office.

Ways to Stay Connected with Regal and Spokane Public Schools

Visit our Website or Download the Spokane Public Schools App: Access our school calendar, student handbook, and information about things going on in the school. You can also find information about the school bus, nutrition services, health services, and register your student, through FamilyID, for after school programs.

Follow Us on Facebook: Find out about upcoming school events/important dates through our posts on Facebook. We also highlight happenings in the school and opportunities in the neighborhood that families can utilize. Families can also connect with us through messenger. Regal Facebook Page

Digital Flyers @ Peachjar.com: Peachjar provides the most highly effective method of digital flyer distribution. With Peachjar, the paper flyers that were being carried home by your child will be emailed directly to you. Access flyers for Regal and the District through Peachjar

Call our Main Line, 509-354-3900: You'll hear weekly updates about things happening at Regal in the recorded greeting. We also send Robocalls, so please make sure your phone number is updated in our system.

Register your student for programs through Family ID

Conference & Report Cards

Parent conferences will be used to report the progress of students K-6 in October and March of each year. On conference days, school will be dismissed early at 1:00 p.m.

Parents will be notified in writing or via telephone by their child's teacher at mid-quarter if their child's progress is unsatisfactory. Parents may call between 8:00-8:25 a.m. & 3:00-3:30 p.m. to set an appointment with teachers if there are concerns regarding academics and/or behaviors.  At the end of the year students will bring home report cards on the last day of school.  No early report cards will be issued.

Damaged Materials

A student may be assessed the cost of replacing any materials or property which is lost, stolen, or damaged through his/her negligence.

Counselor

Regal has a school counselor.  The counselor works with students, teachers, parents, and other support staff to provide help during time of social, emotional, behavioral or intellectual troubles.  Their role is to assist teachers in classrooms, as well as working with students in small group situations.  The counselor helps students understand their abilities, adjust to a new school, learn to make appropriate decisions, develop skills in getting along with others, achieve more in school, and deal with sudden trauma.

Cumulative Records

It is the school's responsibility to maintain accurate records on each student in a cumulative file.  Included in this file are documentation of parent information, child's academic progress, health records, and verification if your child has been included in any special programming.  Parents have access to these files; however, the school must retain the original copy.  If your family is planning to move out of the area, you may request copies of anything contained in your child's file to use as registration information at your new school.  Our school office will send official copies of your child's file when requested to do so by the receiving school.

Emergency Information

Any changes of emergency information, such as the address or telephone number at home or work, neighbor to contact, and health information, should be sent to the school as soon as the changes are made.  This information is essential in order to provide assistance to your child in case of an emergency.

Visitor Policy

In order to preserve the learning time of students and minimize interruptions to the class, we ask that families wishing to talk to teachers please make appointments prior to coming to the building.  If you have something to deliver to your child please leave it at the office, and it will be delivered at an appropriate time.  Safety is our top priority at Regal.  

Safety Patrol

In cooperation with the Spokane Police Department, Regal trains fifth and sixth grade students to act as safety patrol crossing guards at the intersections nearest the school.  Please remember it is necessary to use the crosswalks as you approach the building.  Students must obey the safety patrol and cross with the patrols in a safe and responsible manner.  Patrols are on duty from 8:15-8:30 a.m. (Monday-Friday), 3:00-3:15 p.m. (Monday-Thursday), and 1:45-2:00 p.m. (Fridays).

Health and Fitness

Health and fitness is a required part of curriculum unless you have a doctor's excuse.  Each student needs to wear appropriate clothing for PE class and after school sports activities.  Tennis shoes with light colored soles and laces or Velcro are required for participation.

Homework

Learning is a life-long activity which doesn't stop at the end of the school day.  Students need to learn good study habits, be responsible for completing their assignments, and make sure they turn in their assignments to their teacher.  Parents can help by providing a place to work that is comfortable, has good lighting, and is removed from the distractions of television and conversation.  It would also be helpful if homework sessions take place during a consistent time every evening.

In the primary grades (K-2), parents and children usually need to work together.  For example, homework may take the form of reading aloud, working on math facts or reviewing skills which require memorization.

In the intermediate grades (3-6), parents should monitor to make sure homework is completed.  The work itself should be done by the child.  In most cases, your child should not need special help from you.

Pets

Safety Regulations and Procedures policy S50.30 outlines the procedures for the safe handling and care of animals for the protection of everyone in Spokane Public Schools.  These guidelines provide information on safety precautions to prevent personal injury or illness due to animals.  Students and staff members with allergies or sensitivities to animals must be accommodated.  Regal requests that families NOT bring any pet on the school grounds and discourages pets as classroom visitors or show-and-tell activities.  Allowing ANY animal in the school building or the school grounds is at the principal's discretion and requires a Visiting Animal Request Form in advance.

Stray or unattended animals on or near campus will be reported to Safety Services and animal control immediately to help prevent injury to students or staff.

Full Non-Discrimination Statement

Revised: February, 2022

 Spokane Public Schools complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate in the admission, treatment, employment, or access to its programs or activities on the basis of age, sex, marital status, race, color, creed, national origin, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, to the use of a trained guide or service animal by a person with a disability, sexual orientation including gender expression or gender identity, or honorably discharged veteran or military status. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular school activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX/Staff Civil Rights Officer, ADA Officer, Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying (HIB)/Student Civil Rights Officer and/or 504 Compliance Officer.

The following Civil Rights Compliance Coordinators have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

• Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator: Jodi Harmon, 509.354.7344 
• Section 504 Coordinator: Melanie Smith, 509.354.7284

Other district contacts:

• ADA Officer: Stephanie Busch, 509.354.5993
• Affirmative Action Officer: Nancy Lopez-Williams, 509-354-5651
• AHERA Officer: Robert Findley, 509.354.7143
• ALE Officer: Heather Bybee, 509.354.7361
• Certification Officer: Cindy Coleman, 509.354.7318
• Claims Agent: Rebecca Doughty, 509.354.7298
• Contract Officer: Cindy Coleman, 509.354.7318
• Copyright Compliance Officer: Mark Martell, 509.354.7212
• Equal Opportunity Officer: Nancy Lopez-Williams, 509-354-5651
• Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying (HIB)/Student Civil Rights Officer: Melanie Smith, 509.354.7284
• Personnel Officer: Nancy Lopez-Williams, 509-354-5651
• Public Records Officer: Terri LeFors, 509.354.7395
• Safety/OSHA/WISHA Officer: Rebecca Doughty, 509.354.7298
• Secretary, Board of Directors: Adam Swinyard, 509.354.7268

Address: 200 N Bernard Street, Spokane 99201-0282.

You can report discrimination and discriminatory harassment to any school staff member or to the district's Civil Rights Officer, listed above. You also have the right to file a complaint (see below).

• Spokane Public Schools Policy 3210: Nondiscrimination
• Spokane Public Schools Procedure 3210: Nondiscrimination

Sexual Harassment

Students and staff are protected against sexual harassment by anyone in any school program or activity, including on school campus, on the school bus, or off-campus during a school-sponsored activity. Sexual harassment is unwelcome behavior or communication that is sexual in nature when; a student or employee is led to believe that he or she must submit to unwelcome sexual conduct or communications in order to gain something in return, such as a grade, a promotion, or place on a sports team, or any educational or employment decision, or; the conduct substantially interferes with a student’s educational performance, or creates an intimidating or hostile educational or employment environment. You can find a copy of the district’s policy and procedure 5011 on the district’s website www.spokaneschools.org, at your school, or Human Resources. Individuals who believe there has been a violation of policy are encouraged to report to any school staff member, contact their building administrator, or contact Jodi Harmon, Title IX/Staff Civil Rights Officer, at (509)354-7269. Further information and instructions on how to file a formal complaint can be found at https://spokaneschools.org/domain/182.

 Complaint Options: Discrimination and Sexual Harassment

If you believe that you or your child have experienced unlawful discrimination, discriminatory harassment, or sexual harassment at school, you have the right to file a complaint.

 Before filing a complaint, you can discuss your concerns with your child’s principal or with the school district’s officers: Title IX/Staff Civil Rights Officer, Jodi Harmon, (509) 354-7269 *Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying (HIB)/Student Civil Rights Officer, Melanie Smith, (509) 354-7284 *504 Compliance Officer, Melanie Smith, (509) 354-7284 * ADA Officer, Stephanie Busch, (509) 354-5993 * Affirmative Action Officer, Nancy Lopez-Williams, (509) 354-5651 * Equal Opportunity Officer, Nancy Lopez-Williams, (509) 354-5651

 Complaint to the School District

1. Write Out Your Complaint:In most cases, complaints must be filed within one year from the date of the incident or conduct that is the subject of the complaint. A complaint must be in writing. Be sure to describe the conduct or incident, explain why you believe discrimination, discriminatory harassment, or sexual harassment has taken place, and describe what actions you believe the district should take to resolve the problem. Send your written complaint—by mail, fax, email, or hand delivery—to the district superintendent or civil rights compliance coordinator.
2. School District Investigates Your Complaint:Once the district receives your written complaint, the coordinator will give you a copy of the complaint procedure and make sure a prompt and thorough investigation takes place. The superintendent or designee will respond to you in writing within 30 calendar days—unless you agree on a different time period. If your complaint involves exceptional circumstances that demand a lengthier investigation, the district will notify you in writing to explain why staff need a time extension and the new date for their written response.
3. School District Responds to Your Complaint:In its written response, the district will include a summary of the results of the investigation, a determination of whether or not the district failed to comply with civil rights laws, notification that you can appeal this determination, and any measures necessary to bring the district into compliance with civil rights laws. Corrective measures will be put into effect within 30 calendar days after this written response—unless you agree to a different time period.
   
   Appeal to the School District
   If you disagree with the school district’s decision, you may appeal to the school district’s board of directors. You must file a notice of appeal in writing to the secretary of the school board within 10 calendar days after you received the school district’s response to your complaint. The school board will schedule a hearing within 20 calendar days after they received your appeal, unless you agree on a different timeline. The school board will send you a written decision within 30 calendar days after the district received your notice of appeal. The school board’s decision will include information about how to file a complaint with the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI).

 Complaint to OSPI

If you do not agree with the school district’s appeal decision, state law provides the option to file a formal complaint with the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI). This is a separate complaint process that can take place if one of these two conditions has occurred: (1) you have completed the district’s complaint and appeal process, or (2) the district has not followed the complaint and appeal process correctly.

You have 20 calendar days to file a complaint to OSPI from the day you received the decision on your appeal. You can send your written complaint to the Equity and Civil Rights Office at OSPI. You can do this in the following methods.

• Email: Equity@k12.wa.us
• Fax: 360.664.2967
• Mail or hand deliver: PO Box 47200, 600 Washington St. S.E., Olympia, WA 98504-7200

 Harassment, Intimidation or Bullying (HIB)

Washington State law prohibits harassment, intimidation, or bullying (HIB) in our schools. The law and Policy and Procedure 3207 defines harassment, intimidation or bullying as any intentionally written message or image— including those that are electronically transmitted— verbal, or physical act, including but not limited to one shown to be motivated by race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, mental, physical or sensory handicap, or other distinguishing characteristics, when an act physically harms a student or damages the student’s property; has the effect of substantially interfering with a student’s education; is so severe, persistent or pervasive that it creates an intimidating or threatening educational environment; or has the effect of substantially disrupting the orderly operation of the school. Schools are required to take action if students report they are being bullied, and any district staff member can take the report. Individuals who believe there has been a violation of policy are encouraged to contact their building administration or HIB/Student Civil Rights Officer, Jodi Harmon 354-7306. Further information and complaint forms can be found at spokaneschools.org/nondiscrimination.