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Welcome to 2021-2022! Caledonia-Mumford Central School District
Participating in Meetings The Caledonia-Mumford Central School District, in collaboration with our community, takes
pride in providing safe, comprehensive and rigorous educational experiences, in order for
The Board of Education welcomes your comments, concerns and questions.
The agenda provides for questions and comments from visitors. Items for all students to graduate as ethical, responsible, lifelong learners, who are college and career
discussion may be added to the agenda by calling the Superintendent’s office ready.
one week preceding the scheduled meeting.
Schedule of Meetings
Dear Students, Parents and Residents,
• September 14 • February 15 On behalf of the Board of Education, Faculty and Staff, I welcome you to the start of the 2021-2022 school year. This calendar will provide useful information
• October 12 • March 8 & 22 pertaining to our academic, athletic and special events, concerts and other district-wide information. If you do not find the information that you are looking for,
• November 9 • April 5 & 19 please visit our District website at www.cal-mum.org.
• December 14 • May 10 (MS Aud.) You will notice that the District will start the school year off with a Superintendent Conference Day on Wednesday, September 1, 2021. The first day of school
• January 11 • June 14 for students will be on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 and nearly eight hundred students will enter our doors with the typical jitters of starting a new school
year. Our mission is to assist our students to become ethical, responsible, lifelong learners who will be college and career ready upon graduation. We will
Board Members accomplish our mission by providing safe, comprehensive and rigorous educational experiences for children. We are fortunate to have a very dedicated and
highly skilled staff that cares deeply about our students and will work tirelessly so that your children will be the beneficiaries of their hard work.
Mike Balonek (353-5592)............................................................. term expires 2024 The Dignity for All Students Act amends education law to put in place procedures for the creation of school environments free from discrimination and
2668 Scottsville-Mumford Rd., Mumford NY 14511 harassment based on a student race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender, or sex. The
John Bickford, President (202-8535)......................................... term expires 2023 Caledonia-Mumford District condemns and prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment of students. Each building is required by law to appoint a
2806 Graney Rd., Caledonia, NY 14423 Dignity Act Coordinator. Building principals will serve as the Dignity Act Coordinators. Their contact information is:
Elizabeth Doll (704-3067)............................................................ term expires 2023
367 Leicester Road, Caledonia NY 14423
Mr. David Bulter Mr. Paul Estabrooks Dr. Rebekah Chenaille
Jamie Fitch (315-1949).................................................................. term expires 2024
Caledonia-Mumford E.S. Caledonia-Mumford M.S. Caledonia-Mumford H.S.
762 Leicester St., Caledonia NY 14423
99 North Street 99 North Street 99 North Street
Joe Geer (746-7014)..................................................................... term expires 2022 Caledonia, NY 14423 Caledonia, NY 14423 Caledonia, NY 14423
3627 Neale Road, Caledonia NY 14423 (585) 538-3481 (585) 538-3482 (585) 538-3483
dbulter@cal-mum.org pestabrooks@cal-mum.org rchenaille@cal-mum.org
Chris Richter,Vice President (208-6577).................................. term expires 2022
234 Jersey St. Apt #1, Caledonia, NY 14423
We have once again subscribed to The Safe School Helpline, at 1-800-418-6423 extension 359. Parents and students are encouraged to report anything that
Arnie Rychlicki (329-2396).......................................................... term expires 2024
threatens our school community. We thank you in advance for your cooperation and help keeping Cal-Mum safe.
220 North St., Caledonia NY 14423
Please join us on Instagram,Twitter and Facebook as we share exciting news and information from Caledonia-Mumford Central School District. Our Instagram
account is @calmumcsd,Twitter account is @CalMum_Raiders and on Facebook at Caledonia-Mumford CSD.
It is my wish that you and your family will experience a rich and rewarding learning experience in our schools this school year.
Cal-Mum Building
Sincerely,
Schedules 2021-2022 Robert Molisani, Superintendent
Instagram,
Elementary School Middle & High School Facebook
Pre-K AM.............................. 8:00-10:45 Grades 6-12............................7:30-3:00 & Twitter
Pre-K PM............................... 11:45-2:30 Please join us on Instagram,
Grades K-5..............................7:35-3:00 Twitter and Facebook as we share
exciting news and information from Instagram account is Twitter account is Facebook at
Caledonia-Mumford Central School @calmumcsd @CalMum_Raiders Caledonia-Mumford
District. CSD
WWW.CAL-MUM.ORG • ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 538-3481 • MIDDLE SCHOOL 538-3482 • HIGH SCHOOL 538-3483 • DISTRICT OFFICE 538-3400
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District Wide Personnel Middle/High School Faculty Elementary School Faculty & Staff
Superintendent, Robert Molisani................................................................... 538-3400 High School Principal, Dr. Rebekah Chenaille............................................ 538-3483 Elementary School Principal, David Bulter.................................................. 538-3481
Secretary/District Clerk, Susan Voos Secretary, Sheri Murdock Secretary,Tracy McGinnis
Athletic Director, Michael Reed..................................................................... 538-3411 Middle School Principal, Paul Estabrooks.....................................................................
538-3482 Pre-Kindergarten Art
Secretary, Sue Hayes Erin Hopkins Heather Cassidy-Schaffer
Attendance Officer, Marion McCombs....................................................... 538-3421
Cristie Sluberski
Buildings & Grounds Superintendent, Ernie Whaley................................ 538-3425 Music Physical Education
English
• Meghan Curts • Paul Brandes • Emily Dolan • Philip Keenan Brittany Chapman Instrumental, Matt Trost Kindergarten Stephan Gaffney
• Carmen Maldonado • Catherine Mannix • Jackie Maurer Mary Dorman Vocal,Todd Walker Samantha Ezzell Andrew Leyden
• John McNulty • Jacob Scott • Jennifer VanDyne Paul Meloon Accompanist, Scott Marble Brittany Heffler
Business Administrator, Jeremy Nardone.................................................... 538-3401 Chad Schalk Sarah Toy Speech
Payroll Clerk & Dist.Treasurer, Kristina Clemmo............................... 538-3402 Theresa Schoff Driver Education Shannon Beardsley
Bryan Grattan Melanie Tresco
Accounts Payable Clerk, Katie Hillman................................................. 538-3408 Grade One
Social Studies Michael Yokopovich
Erin Kearney
Cafeteria Director, Robert Flynn................................................................... 538-3462 Steven Harrington Math Specialist
Physical Education Kacey Kwiecien Rita Merlo
Community Education Coordinator, Sarah Santora................................ 538-3449 Brian McQuillan Dan Dickens Patricia McMullen
Michael Reed Scott Henry
CSE/CPSE Chairperson, Paul Estabrooks.................................................... 538-3404 Michael Yokopovich Reading Specialists
Secretary,Taryn Johnston
John Walther Grade Two Lisa Carney
Roni Jo Bellos Jennifer Greene
Registrar, Shannon Laursen#........................................................................... 538-3445 Mathematics Counselors Patricia Wade
Kylie DiTucci Tammy Nothnagle
Director of Technology, Jamie Fili................................................................... 538-3498 Sarah Curran Karly Yarwood
Lisa Geary Jinny Mancuso
Computer Services Assistant, Jordan Ripley......................................... 538-3437 Donna Howard AIS
Shannon Laursen#, Secretary Grade Three Teresa Pukos
Technology/Communications, Sarah Santora............................................. 538-3449 Jessica McKay Ashley Cornwell
Griffin Mervine Special Education Wendy Ebersole
Courier & Duplicating Services, Janice Garland Christy Pope Music
Veronica Barbis Janet Yaekel Instrumental, Jacqueline Peterson
Director of Curriculum & Instruction, Michele Meyer........................... 538-3433 Julie Corbelli
Science Vocal, Jody Parisi
Psychologist (K-12), Megan Rogers............................................................. 538-3428 Bryan Grattan Grade Four
Todd Geary Jamie Tagliaferri Nicole Flint
Social Worker (K-12), Stacey Tallon.......................................................538-3418 Norman Marshall Library
Jessica Warren Kyle Leonard Mary Burns
Jeanine Tedesco Kristi Williams Gregg Yaekel
Tax Collector, Susan Voos................................................................................ 538-3400 Adam Toy Teaching Asst., Donna Wing Counselor
Transportation Director, Ron Otto.............................................................. 538-3412 Grade Five
Health Sandra Marchese
Mechanic: Reece Lambert ENL Amy Harmon
Bus Dispatcher: Marion McCombs......................................................... 538-3406 Dan Dickens Alana Burns Alissa Stanton Nurse
Colleen Coolidge Courtney Wilson-Monahan
Bus Drivers: Deborah Bailey • Janet Byron • Mark Corwin • Dan Spanish Jennifer Nusbickel
Freeman • Charles Faisst • Ron Grattan • Richard Greer • Stephanie Lein • Alana Burns Nurse Special Education ENL
James McManus • Ed Micheaux • Patrick Mooney •Tom Privitera Aminta Romaguera-McNulty Meg Geer Wendy Bulter Colleen Coolidge
• Rob Voos Matt Heins
Business Cafeteria Staff Steve Kocher
# Notary Public
Caroline Richardson Occupational Therapist
Janet Bonnlander Odette McClurg Rachel Pietrzykowski
Franceen Ferrara Danielle Santiago
Technology Karen Marsh
Gwendolyn Bell PhysicalTherapist
Cheryl Tucker Aides/Assistants Meghan Grant
Steve Muehleisen Barbara Vescovi Vicky Fox
Cafeteria Staff
Staff-Student Relations (Fraternization) Reading Specialist Sandra Hilderbrant
Andrea Horr Eileen Burnside
Katrina Hatch
Renee Pohler Margaret Hurley
All School District employees must maintain professional, ethical
Library Denice Reynolds, Asst. Lindsay McKay
relationships with students that are conducive to an effective, safe Peggy Stein Sharon Smith
learning environment; and that staff members act as role models for Elizabeth Russell
Laurie VanAllen
students at all times, whether on or off school property and both during Art Cafeteria Monitors
and outside of school hours. Staff must establish appropriate personal Heather Cassidy-Schaffer RtI Coorindator Scott Marble
boundaries with students and not engage in any behavior that could Vicki McArdle Tammy Nothnagle Margaret Newbern
reasonably lead to even the appearance of impropriety. Please see Board
Policy #6180 for further information with regards to Staff-Student
Relations (Fraternization).
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District-Wide Information
Open Meetings Law and Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination.Any student who believes Smoke Free Environment
that he or she has been subjected to sexual harassment, whether by a teacher,
Freedom Information In accordance with New York State Law, the use of tobacco or tobacco related
other student, or any individual on school grounds or at school activities, products (‘chewing’ tobacco and/or vapes) is not allowed in our school build-
should report the alleged misconduct immediately to the elementary principal, ings or on our grounds. Students and adults must abide by this law at all times.
Caledonia-Mumford Central School District complies with the Open Meet- the Title IX Compliance Officer or his/her designee, in the high school, Mrs. Spectators at school events held outside are included. Please help us follow
ings Law and the Freedom of lnformation Act in the conduct of business of Melanie Dunne.The student can pursue his/her complaint informally or file a state and federal laws and reduce the health hazards associated with smoking.
the district. formal complaint.
AHERA In the absence of a victim’s complaint the school, upon learning of or having Records Access
reason to suspect the occurrence of any sexual harassment, will promptly By law, taxpayers have a right to obtain certain school records. If you would
AHERA is a federal law enacted in 1987 which requires all school districts begin an investigation. like to inspect or obtain a copy of a record, a Records Access Request Form
to reinspect facilities for asbestos-containing building materials. Our facilities can be completed in the District Office. If your request is approved and you
To file a complaint or grievance, these procedures should be followed:
have been inspected and response actions are planned to insure the con- would like copies, there is a 25¢ per copy charge.
tinued safe environment for our students and employees. Activities include 1) Try to reach an informal solution to the problem by discussing the incident
with the appropriate teacher, staff member or Superintendent. Information Regarding Section 504 of the
training of staff to prevent disturbance of asbestos and periodic re-inspec-
tion and surveillance activities by trained personnel. Details of such activities 2) If no resolution is reached, a written grievance should be filed within thirty
Rehabilitation Act of 1973
are described in the district’s AHERA Management Plan, which is available Section 504 is an Act which prohibits discrimination against persons with a
(30) days of the incident with the Compliance Officer or designee.An
for review. handicap in any program receiving Federal financial assistance.The Act defines
investigation will take place by the Compliance Officer.
a person with a handicap as anyone who:
Student Directory Information 3) A finding in writing will be made within fifteen (15) days and a resolution
1) Has a mental or physical impairment which substantially limits one or more
proposed.
Under the Family Education Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA), the District must major life activity (such as caring for one’s self, performing manual tasks, walk-
4) If there is dissatisfaction with the finding or resolution, the complainant ing, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning and working); or 2) Has record
provide notice to parents of the types of student information that it releases may file a written request for review by the Board of Education.The
publicly.The District may disclose directory information in official school of such an impairment; or 3) Is regarded as having such an impairment.
request must be filed within 15 days with the Clerk of the Board, Mr.
publications and on its web site.This type of information, commonly referred In order to fulfill its obligation under Section 504, the Caledonia-Mumford
Hasseler.
to as “directory information,” which is released by the District includes, but School District recognizes a responsibility to avoid discrimination in policies and
5) The Superintendent shall submit all written statements and other materi- practices regarding its personnel and students. No discrimination against any
is not limited to, such items as:
als concerning the case to the President of the Board. person with a handicap will knowingly be permitted in any of the programs and
1) parent or guardian name;
2) student name, date and place of birth; 6) The Board shall hold a hearing within fifteen (15) school days of receiving practices in the school system.
the request.All parties concerned shall have the right to present further
3) student grade level;
statements and testimony at such a hearing.
Disclosure of Annual Professional
4) student major field of study;
5) student participation in officially recognized activities and sports; 7) The Board shall render a decision in writing within fifteen (15) days after
Performance Review Data
Consistent with Chapter 68 of the Laws of 2012, which amends Education law
6) student height and weight if member of an athletic team; the hearing has concluded.
3012-c, the Commissioner is required to disclose professional performance
7) student dates of attendance in this District;
8) student degrees and awards received; Title IX review data for teachers and principals on the New York State Education
Department (NYSED) website and in any other manner to make such data
9) student’s most recently attended previous educational agency/institution; In compliance with Federal Title IX regulations, the Caledonia-Mumford widely available to the public. However, the release of such aggregate data may
10) student photograph, image or likeness. Central School District has adopted policies stating they do not discriminate not include personally identifiable information for any teacher or principal.
Parents and eligible students have the right to refuse the release of student on the basis of sex in educational programs or activities or in employment. Such public disclosure of final quality ratings and composite effectiveness
directory information.They must notify the building principal by September Inquiries relative to the Title IX compliance may be directed to the Superinten- scores will be suitable for research, analysis and comparison of APPR data for
30. If neither office has heard from you by October 1, the District may dent of Schools. teachers and principals across the state.
release such information to an outside group without individual consent.
Public Complaints Upon request, the District will release to parents/legal guardians the final
Federal law requires that the District provide access to secondary student quality ratings and composite effectiveness scores for teachers and principals
names, addresses and telephone listings upon a request by military recruiters. The Board of Education recognizes the right of the community members to to which their student is currently assigned.The District’s obligation to disclose
Under federal law, any secondary student or parent of a secondary student register individual or group concerns regarding instruction, district programs, this information is limited to those teachers and building principals subject to
may request that such information not be released without prior parental materials, operations, discrimination due to sex and/or disability, and/or staff education law 3012-c.The District will provide conspicuous notice to parents/
consent.The District is required to comply with parents who choose this members.The main goal of this district is to resolve such concerns with only legal guardians of their right to obtain such information and the methods by
“opt out” option. the parties involved, whenever possible. Public complaints about the school which the data can be obtained. Upon request, parents will receive an oral or
Sexual Harassment district will be directed to the staff member concerned. If the matter is not written explanation of the composite effectiveness scoring ranges for final
settled satisfactorily, the complainant shall then contact the building principal quality ratings and be offered the opportunity to understand such scores in
The district is committed to safeguarding the right of all students within the and the Superintendent. If there is no resolution on this level, the Superinten- the context of teacher evaluation and student performance.When a request
school district to learn in an environment that is free from all forms of sexual dent shall refer the issue to the Board for final resolution. for this information is received, reasonable efforts will be made to verify that it
harassment. Conduct is deemed to be sexual harassment when the student All matters referred to the Superintendent and/or Board must be in writing. is a bona fide request by a parent/legal guardian entitled to review the data.
perceives behavior as unwelcome, such as inappropriate touching, verbal com- Concerns registered directly to the Board as a whole or to an individual mem- Annual professional performance reviews of individual teachers and principals
ments, sexual name calling, spreading sexual rumors, gestures, jokes, pictures, ber shall be referred as soon as is reasonably possible to the Superintendent shall not be subject to disclosure under the Freedom of Information Law
blocking a student’s movement, rape or attempted rape. for investigation, report and/or resolution. (FOIL).
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District-Wide Information
Change of Address/ tardy and must have an excuse stating why they were potential theft. clean and decent clothing.
Phone Number late and should sign in at the office before going to their
Fire Drills If, in the judgement of an administrator or teacher, the
Parents are requested to notify school authorities when a classroom. student is dressed in a manner that is deemed distrac-
Building Principals are responsible for conducting twelve
change of address or phone number is contemplated.This Parents transporting their children should use Freeman fire drills during the school year. Students receive in- tive to students or teachers in educational pursuit, the
will aid us in emergencies and record keeping. Drive.You should deliver and pick up on the sidewalk struction on proper procedures and conduct during fire student will be sent home to change into more tasteful
side of the parking loop.This will discourage your child clothing. All outerwear (coats, backpacks, book bags,
Attendance from crossing this busy driveway. Please do not park on
drills by their teachers. Adults attending school events
etc.) must be kept in a student’s locker during the day.
The State Education Law provides that all children in will be informed of the location of fire exits. Leaving
the main roadway. No private vehicles will be allowed to
New York State in proper physical and mental condition use Pennington Lane.
buildings in a quiet, orderly manner is essential should a Lost and Found
between the ages of 6 and through the year in which fire alarm ring. Articles found should be turned in to each building’s
UPK A.M. 8:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
they turn 16 shall attend school while it is in session. Lockers/Locks office. If you have lost something, ask for it immedi-
UPK P.M. 11:45 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. Pupils will be provided with a hall locker and gym locker. ately. Parents may assist greatly in the recovery of lost
Parents are requested to call school the morning
that their child is absent and state the reason for the Middle/High School They will receive the combinations during the first week clothing by putting a nametag in each – especially boots,
absence. The Middle/High School building is open to all students of school. Pupils are advised to keep their lockers locked sweaters, jackets, etc. Unclaimed articles are given to
Excused Absences at 7:30 a.m. Students entering at that time may study, and NOT to give their combinations to anyone. Money charitable organizations at the close of school.
or other valuables should not be kept in lockers. School
The following are excused absences:
see a teacher or eat breakfast in the cafeteria until 7:35
lockers remain the exclusive property of the school and
Auditorium Etiquette
a.m. All students need to be in class by 7:40 a.m. NOTE: • Gum, candy, food or drinks are not permitted in the
1) Sickness Breakfast is served in the Middle/High School Cafeteria the administration has the right to inspect lockers.
2) Sickness or death in the family auditorium.
3) Impassable roads or weather
from 7:25 to 7:35 a.m. Students wishing to participate in Textbooks, Workbooks • Do not place shoes or boots on the backs, arms or
the breakfast program may enter the cafeteria only
4) Religious observance at 7:25 a.m. No food or drink may be taken from the
and Chromebooks cushions of the auditorium seats.
5) Quarantine Textbooks, workbooks, and Chromebooks are furnished • Students are reminded to sit up in their seats.
cafeteria. • If you come late to a meeting, assembly, or concert
6) Required to be in court by the Board of Education and loaned to the students,
The school day ends at 3:00 p.m. in the Middle/High being held in the auditorium, wait for a natural break
7) Music lessons free of charge. In case a textbook, workbook, trade
School. All students must leave the building at this time in the presentation before seating yourself.
8) Remedial health treatment book, Chromebook or library book is damaged or lost,
unless in a supervised activity. • Do not leave the auditorium during a performance,
9) Approved cooperative work programs the student must pay for the items.
10) Approved college visit Homework wait for a natural break.
11) Military obligation Maximum cooperation between classroom teachers Clothing • No talking during a performance. Even quiet talking
12) Doctor Appointment and parents is essential to the success of any meaningful The administration and faculty can expect that all is distracting to both the audience and the performer.
13) Driver’s Test program of homework for public school students. It is students will be dressed appropriately and in good taste • Applauding the performers is appropriate and
Any absence due to reasons other than above is unex- not enough to assign homework which will enable the for the regular school sessions and respective school encouraged. Other responses are inappropriate.
cused. All children absent from school must, upon their student to discover and make use of his/her capabilities. activities.The administration and faculty can insist on
return, furnish school authorities with a written excuse This effort must be supplemented by parents and teach-
stating the reasons for their absence. Excuses must be ers working together to implement a sound homework
dated and signed by the child’s parent or guardian. program and facilitate the steady intellectual develop- Please visit www.cal-mum.org or sectionvny.org for all sports schedules.
A student who has an unexcused absence during the ment of the student.
day may not attend any after-school function on that day. Homework Assignments
Excusing Children for Absent Students Emergency School Closings
If parents want a child excused during the day, they must
send a written request from home. Parents must come Students in grades 6-12 have one day to make up missed Parent/Guardians of students will be notified of emergency school closing or delays by phone call, text, and/
assignments for each day absent. In the event of an illness or email using our Mass Notification System. Notice of emergency school closing (due to storm conditions,
to the main office to sign out PK-8 children. Students in
that lasts three consecutive days or more, the Counseling etc.) will be given over radio station WHAM (1180 AM), WBEE (92.5 FM), and TV Channels 8, 10, 13 and
grades 9-12 may sign out themselves.
Center may be called to request assignments from the Spectrum News. No private, parochial or public school transportation will be provided when Caledo-
Arrival & Dismissal of Pupils nia-Mumford Schools are closed.
student’s teachers. Please phone the Counseling Center
at 538-3445 before 8:00 a.m. Assignments should be Parents are encouraged to develop a plan for their children in the event a parent is not able to be
Elementary School
picked up by 3:30 p.m. home at the time of early dismissal.
Grades K-5 begin at 7:55 a.m. and end at 2:55 p.m. Definitions for Emergency School Closings
Children may stay later for special programs, additional Bicycles CLOSED…School is closed; all events/sports are cancelled.
help, library work, etc. Students will arrive at 7:35 a.m. An elementary bike rack is located at the north end of
2 HOUR DELAY…School will open two hours late.
Breakfast will be served from 7:35 a.m. -7:50 a.m.The the elementary school by the playground area and near
A.M. Pre-K does not report.
official start of the school day will be 7:55 a.m. Parents the main office. Students are expected to wear helmets.
are requested however, not to send children so they There are bike racks for middle and high school students NO AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES…School will be closed after dismissal, all after school events/sports are
arrive before 7:35 a.m. since no supervision is available cancelled.
located by the main doors of each respective building. It is
at this time. Anyone arriving after 7:55 a.m. is considered highly recommended students lock their bikes to prevent NO EVENING ACTIVITIES…At 6:00 p.m., all events/sports are cancelled.
WWW.CAL-MUM.ORG • ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 538-3481 • MIDDLE SCHOOL 538-3482 • HIGH SCHOOL 538-3483 • DISTRICT OFFICE 538-3400
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District-Wide Information How To...
Registration: Kindergarten
Registration for kindergarten occurs each spring. A child must be 5 years of Register/withdraw students All Pre-K through 12th Grade Students, Phone Mrs. Laursen (538-3445)
age or older by December 1 of the year he or she enters school. Proof of Verify attendance or for ques- Phone Mrs. McCombs (538-3406)
age, residency and immunizations are required prior to entrance to school. tions regarding excuses
Registration: New Students Obtain information regarding Phone Athletic Director Mr. Reed (538-3411)
Students and parents should call to make an appointment to visit the sports
Registrar in the middle/high school counseling center as soon as possible Schedule a meeting with a Write a note or call your child’s teacher.You may leave voice mail if the teacher is unavailable at the time of your call.
after they move into the district.TheRegistrar will write to the school teacher or check on a student’s You may also contact your child’s counselor at the middle/high school
district from which the child is transferring to request transfer of the child’s academic progress
records. Proof of age (birth certificate), residence, physical and immunization
is required at the time of registration along with legal guardianship or Obtain financial aid information This information will be mailed home. If you have additional questions, you may contact your child’s counselor at the
custody papers through Family Court. for college or process a college Middle/High School Counseling Center (538-3445).
application
Census/New Families
Obtain working papers Pick up the necessary form from the High School Secretary
State Education law directs each school district to conduct a census of
resident families to enumerate all school age children, all preschool children Have medication administered Submit a written request to the nurse (Mrs. Nusbickel in the Elementary School, Mrs. Geer in the Middle/High
and the number of dwellings within the school district. New families are during school hours School). Submit written permission indicating prescribed dosage from family physician. Do not send medication with
enrolled as they enter the district. the student. Parents should bring the medication to the nurse in prescription bottles. Unused controlled substance
medicine must be picked up by the parent
Students Who Owe Materials/Money
Students need to realize their responsibility for the safekeeping and Qualify to vote in school You must be a citizen of the U.S., 18 years of age or older, and a resident of the school district 30 days prior to the
maintenance of various equipment and supplies loaned to them by the elections vote
District. Items including, but not limited to, books, locks and lockers, Discuss bus transportation Phone Mr. Otto in the bus garage at 538-3412. (For discipline concerns, phone the building principal)
athletic uniforms and equipment, supplies and fundraising money should be questions
promptly returned by students as required. Damaged or lost items must be
Inform the Board of Education of Call or write the Superintendent so you can be included on the agenda. Attend the board meetings; you may speak
compensated for immediately. All money for damaged or lost items should
an opinion during public forum.
be turned in to the main office, whereupon a receipt of payment will be
issued. Failure to either return the item(s) or make restitution may result Obtain classroom assignments PK-5 students- Phone Mrs. McGinnis (538-3481); 6-12 students - Phone Mrs. Laursen in the Counseling Center (538-
in any of the following sanctions: 1) no issuance of a lock or locker; 2) no for students with prolonged 3445); Please allow ample time for the assignments to be gathered. Make arrangements to pick up the assignments
issuance of athletic equipment; 3) suspension of library privileges; 4) no illness of three days or more before 3:30 pm
participation in class or club activities/trips; 5) withholding of transcripts/ Request information regarding Contact Mr. Reed (538-3411)
records; 6) Inability to participate in school ceremonies; 7) police community use of school facilities
involvement for misuse of fundraising money.
View information and events WEBSITE: www.cal-mum.org, FACEBOOK: Caledonia-Mumford, CSD TWITTER: @Cal-Mum_Raiders, CSD
Developing Good Citizenship concerning the school and INSTAGRAM: Instagram@calmumcsd
A goal of all public schools is to teach our students good citizenship. Our community
students today will be the leaders of our community tomorrow. Every
Obtain information regarding Phone Ms. Santora at 538-3449
school day starts off with the Pledge of Allegiance. Citizenship and character
Community Education Classes
education are taught across the grade levels in each curriculum area.Teachers,
principals, and the Board of Education recognize students when they Visit a teacher or classroom Send a note to request an appointment. Register with the office upon arrival at the building.
demonstrate acts of good citizenship. Here is a brief listing of how students
learn about citizenship. Elementary School Character Education Recognition; Resolve a school-related problem 1) If there is a classroom related problem, contact the teacher first. If it is not resolved, contact the building principal.
Elementary School Student Council; Elementary School Focus on the Children
2) If there is a building related problem, contact the building principal.
Christmas Toy Drive; Elementary School Food Drive; Elementary Awards
Assembly; *Elementary School Flag Day; Middle School Junior National Honor 3) If your problem goes unresolved, contact the Superintendent at 538-3400.
Society; Serving on the Youth Assets Board; Sport Team Captains; Student 4) If a satisfactory solution still cannot be reached, then contact the Board of Education.
Representatives on the High School Compact Team;American Legion Boys
State and Girls State; School to Work Students;American Legion Essay
Contest; High School National Honor Society.
Please visit www.cal-mum.org or sectionvny.org for all sports schedules.
*Each year the elementary school celebrates Flag Day with a special ceremony. The assembly
program is intended to educate our students and community to the importance of our flag and
what it means to all of us. This special event is open to the public and is a great source of pride
to our school.
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Health Services
Each building has a school nurse. Services available to students in the health suite:
1) Care for ill children and first aid to students with below)
minor injuries 5) Tests hearing and vision per NYS guidelines
2) All emergency cases are handled through the 6) Screens students for scoliosis per NYS guidelines.
health office 7) Supervises and arranges for required school physical
3) Notifies parents of injury and health problems as examinations for grade levels Pre-K, K, 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11
warranted or upon school entrance
4) Administers authorized medications (*see policy 8) Provides individual health counseling
Medications
School nurses are prohibited by state law from dispensing medication to school children without specific written
authorization from parents and the family doctor.This applies to prescription drugs and to over-the-counter items
such as Tylenol, Advil, eye drops, antihistamines, etc.
If parents expect a medication to be dispensed to a child during the hours he/she is in school, the following require-
ments must be met in each specific case of treatment:
1) From the family doctor…a written request indicating frequency and dosage of a prescribed medication.
2) From the parents…a written request to administer the medication as specified by the doctor.
3) By the parents…direct personal delivery of the medication to the school nurse.
4) By the school nurse…storage of the medication in a locked drawer or file separate from supplies kept for emer-
gency care.
The authorization described above does not carry over from one school year to the next. It must be updated with
the start of the new school year.
Parents of children who require special attention for medical reasons should discuss the problem with the school
nurse as soon as possible after school starts.
Please see our school nurses and/or the District website for the authorization form for students to possess and
use over-the-counter medications in school. Please note that educational law requires that the school nurse cannot
dispense over-the-counter medications without this authorization form signed by parents and the family doctor.
School Physicals
New York State Education Dept. law requires that students in grades Pre-K, K, 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11 as well as those enter-
ing kindergarten and new entrants to Caledonia-Mumford Central schools have a health appraisal (physical exam) on
file in the Health Office. It is recommended that this exam be made by your family healthcare provider who knows
your child best. Body mass index and dental forms are required as well. Forms may be found on our website at www.
cal-mum.org.
Accidents/Insurance
Our school district will no longer provide accident insurance for students. Parents will need to provide their own in-
surance for any injuries occurring during all school functions.This includes but not limited to sports and gym injuries
or any accidents sustained while participating in a school sponsored activity.
Child Health Plus Health Plan for Kids
There is free or low cost health insurance available to children in New York State who do not have insurance cover-
age.The program, called Child Health Plus, provides essential preventative and outpatient services for children up to
the age of 19. Go to the website https://nystateofhealth.ny.gov/or call 1-800-698-4kids for more information.
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8. Please call the Transportation Department at 538-3412 or 538-3406
Nutritional Services Classroom Treats/Parties, when your child will not be riding the bus on a particular day. Office
The proper nutrition of students is an important factor in the educational Elementary, 538-3442 hours are 6 AM to 4 PM. Please feel free to leave a voicemail.
process.The Nutritional Services Program at Cal-Mum is intended to meet 9. All bus passes must be signed by a building secretary and given to the
high standards for nutrition and the dietary interest of students of all ages. In order to be in compliance with county and state health regulations and driver upon boarding the bus.
The District participates in the federally-funded school breakfast and lunch still provide meaningful safe learning experiences for children in a classroom 10. If your child requires transportation to a site other than their home
programs and offers free or reduced price services to qualified students.The setting, the following guidelines should be followed: address for child care purposes, a parent needs to complete a NEW
school lunch program is reviewed by the State and follows all guidelines and 1. Cakes, cupcakes, fruit or vegetables are permissible if they are ordered Transportation Form EACH year. Changes in transportation needs
regulations concerning the dietary guidelines for each meal served.We are through a bakery or grocery store, or other establishment governed by during the year will require a new transportation form.We do not accept
continuously striving to meet the highest healthy standards possible with the New York State Sanitation Code. verbal communication for any changes, period.
each meal served. 2 Treats brought from home are to be in an unopened package and the 11.When dropping off elementary students, unless the driver has visible
item must have been prepared in an establishment governed by the confirmation that someone is home, students will be returned to the
School Breakfast/Lunch Prices elementary building to be picked up by the parent.
New York State Sanitation Code.
Breakfast------------------ $1.55 (K-5)---------------$1.55 (6-12) 3. Classroom cooking and baking projects will be allowed under the 12. Students and parents who cross the road with younger students must
Lunch---------------------- $2.45 (K-5)---------------$2.65 (6-12) following circumstances: wait for the driver’s signal.
Adults--------------------- $4.35 a) Ingredients to be used are either purchased through the cafeteria or are
Milk and ice cream may be purchased separately. in sealed ‘commercialized’ packages or containers; Transportation Request Forms will be due by April
b) The cooking process is under the direct supervision of the teacher; 1st in order to establish bus routes before the start of each school year.
c) Prior approval of the building administrator is obtained. Additional copies of the forms are available at the elementary and transpor-
Menus are available on the school’s website for all students. Any student 4. Each elementary grade level observes holidays in their rooms in various tation buildings and the district website: www.cal-mum.org
wishing to receive a printed menu may pick one up in the MS or HS offices. ways. All teachers must be notified in advance if a party treat is planned.
A different menu is developed for elementary and secondary students. In Non-sweet treats are encouraged.
addition to the planned menu for each day, ala carte items are available for
Transportation to Non-Public Schools
students who bring lunch from home or do not desire to purchase the
full lunch. Prepayment of meals is encouraged. Charging of meals is Transportation State Education Law sets April 1 as the deadline for written application from
parents who wish their children to be transported to non-public schools
discouraged. 538-3406, 538-3412 outside of the Cal-Mum Central School District. New applications are
We are excited to provide parents/guardians with a convenient, easy and
required each year. State law also states that public schools must transport
secure online prepayment service to deposit money into your child’s school All elementary students are transported by school bus. All students in
pupils to non-public schools no farther than 15 miles from the student’s
meal account at any time.This service provides parents the ability to view grades 6-12 living over one and one-half miles from school are transported.
home.Written request for this transportation should include each child’s
your child’s account balance through myschoolbucks.com For approximate time of passing a particular home or bus stop, the
name, address, phone number, grade level and school name and address.
Check and cash prepayments are still accepted. bus garage must be consulted at 538-3412 or 538-3406. Students are only
Families who move into the district after the April 1 deadline may file
With myschoolbucks.com, parents will have the ability to print out a copy of transported from home to school and school to home per BOE policy.We
requests within 30 days of their move into the district. Requests may be
their child’s food purchase history report.You do not have to make payments do not drop off students for birthday parties, sleep overs, work or appoint-
filed with, and questions directed to, the Superintendent. Form is available at
online to access this service from My School Bucks. ments.
www.cal-mum.org.
*YOU NEED TO PLACE A “0” IN FRONT OF THE 4 DIGIT
STUDENT ID NUMBER TO SET UP AN ACCOUNT ON
Transportation Policies
MYSCHOOLBUCKS.COM. 1.The bus driver has complete charge of students while they are entering,
leaving and riding any bus. Pupils are expected to be courteous and
To access these services simply go to the district web site at www.cal-mum.
conduct themselves like they are in the classroom so that they do not
org
distract the driver. A pupil who is a behavior problem on a bus at any
1. Click on the Food Services link.
time may be denied transportation.
2. Click on myschoolbucks.com. From this site you will create your
account, add money to your account or track your child’s transactions. 2. No weapons, knives or other sharp or dangerous articles are permitted.
Do not carry the following on the school bus: medicines except Epi-pens,
Security
3. Things to know:
• You need your Child’s ID number with a 0 in front of the 4 digit live animals or glass jars with anything in them, large articles or toys.
number to set up an account on myschoolbucks.com
• There is a $2.50 transaction fee for using the on-line payment service
3. Due to allergies, there will be no eating or drinking on the bus.
4. Do not put hands and arms out of the bus window at any time. Notice
with myschoolbucks.com.Your transaction fee of $2.50 will be waived 5. All students must use quiet indoor voices while riding the bus.
with a “free” bonus meal if you put $50 on a positive balance account.
6. Please help substitute drivers and emergency personnel by having clearly
The Cafeteria Manager has the ability to transfer funds between
family accounts with prior approval from the parent/legal guardian.
visible house or mailbox numbers. School Buses are
• Our School District does not profit from the use of the site or service. 7. ALL students must be outside and ready to board the bus at least five equipped with audio
• Payments may be made with a major credit card or an e-check set up minutes before the scheduled pick up time. Not being ready impacts and/or video surveillance
everyone.
with your banking institution.
for student safety.
• Automatic credit payment can be set up.
If you have any questions about these services, please feel free to contact the
Food Service Director, 538-3462.
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High School
Advanced Coursework workers taught by workshop-qualified instructors with appropriate certifi- REGENTS DIPLOMA AND REQUIRED EXAM(S)
cation. (22 UNITS OF CREDIT NEEDED)
In the interest of raising student achievement and creating a more motivating THE COURSES OFFERED AT CAL-MUM INCLUDE: • English - 4 Units/English Language Arts Exam
environment for students and faculty while giving parents an economic value • Introduction to Engineering Design (IED) • Social Studies - 4 Units/Global History & Geography, US History & Gov.
for college courses, we have expanded our high school program to include • Digital Electronics • Math - 3 Units/Algebra I
a wide array of challenging coursework. Roughly 50% of our 11th and 12th • Computer Integrated Manufacturing • Science - 3 Units/One Regents Science Exam
grade students earn college credit while attending Caledonia-Mumford • Principles of Engineering • Health Education - 1 Unit
High School.We offer over 40 hours of college credit in seven different • Engineering Design and Development • Art and/or Music- 1 Unit
curriculum areas. Students who receive at least an 85% in the PLTW course and who pass • Second Language* - 1 Unit
Advanced Placement the RIT exam with a 70% are eligible for college credit.This is a challenging • Physical Education - 2 Units
pre-engineering program with an opportunity to apply for RIT credit at a • Electives - 3 Units
Advanced Placement courses are College Board developed curriculums with much-reduced cost.
input of discipline experts taught by workshop-qualified instructors. REGENTS DIPLOMA WITH ADVANCED DESIGNATION
Working Papers AND REQUIRED EXAM(S)
Students receive three to four college credits per semester of enrollment
(22 UNITS OF CREDIT NEEDED)
when the score for their selected college meets the minimum required. Employment certificates may be obtained from the high school office. • English/Common Core English Language Arts - 4 Units/English Language
Students pursue a more challenging high school curriculum while developing The student must secure the application from the office after obtaining a Arts Exam
introductory college-level competencies that may reduce subsequent college job, complete the information required, and have it signed by parents.The • Social Studies - 4 Units/Global History & Geography, US History & Gov.
requirements. student must also obtain a Certificate of Physical Fitness from the school • Math - 3 Units/Algebra/Common Core Algebra I, Common Core Algebra
THE COURSES OFFERED AT CAL-MUM INCLUDE: nurse.The student must have had a physical examination within 12 months II, Common Core Geometry
• AP U.S. History • AP Macroeconomics prior to applying for work papers (sports physical is sufficient). If the student • Science- 3 Units
• AP Physics • AP Literature has not had a physical they will either 1) wait until next available physicals at • Health Education - 1 Unit
• AP World History • AP Studio Art school or 2) see their private physician for a physical and provide the nurse • Art and/or Music- 1 Unit
• AP Language & Composition • AP Computer Science with a copy. A work permit cannot be issued until all criteria have been met. • Second Language* - 3 Units/Checkpoints A & B
• AP Calculus The completed application and certificate of physical fitness are then re- • Physical Education - 2 Units
turned to the office at which time an employment certificate will be issued. • Electives - 1.5 Units
Genesee Community College Advanced Studies The Certificate must be signed by the minor in the presence of
A. To receive credit for a Regents course of study, a student must have a
the issuing official.
Genesee Community College Advanced Studies are curriculum developed passing final average for the course and he/she must also pass the Regents
MAJOR TYPES OF WORKING PAPERS
by discipline experts, reviewed and approved by the GCC Curriculum Examination for that subject.The granting of a passing mark in a course and,
Student Non-Factory Employment Certificate - for boys and
Committee and registered with SED as part of A.A./A.A.S. degree programs with it, the awarding of credit may not be based solely on the results of the
girls 14 & 15 who plan to work during vacations or after school hours. Not
taught by appropriately credentialed instructors. State Exam.
legal for factory or work that is dangerous.
B. When a Regents course of study is challenged for credit and the exam
THE COURSES OFFERED AT CAL-MUM INCLUDE: Student General Employment Certificate - for boys and girls 16 grade is 85% or greater, the exam grade will be the final grade as long as
• Virtual Enterprise • Pre-Calculus & 17 who attend school and plan to work during vacation or after school all additional requirements are completed. In order to earn such credit
• Business Law • Physics 121 and 122 hours.Valid for factory and other types of work. Not valid for certain haz- a student must have prior approval from the Superintendent or his/her
• Spanish IV & V • Statistics
• Advanced Biology • Personal Finance designee.
• Calculus • Chemistry SED Graduation Requirements *
LOTE REQUIREMENT WAIVED (ADVANCED REGENTS
• Math 102
ONLY) FOR
Students receive three to four college credits each semester upon satisfacto- (AS OF JUNE 2020)
There is a graduation standard of 65% on required Regents Exams.There is 1) FIVE-UNIT SEQUENCE IN THE ARTS OR CTE
ry completion of the course. Most area colleges will accept these transfer 2) CSE STUDENTS WHEN ON IEP
credits.The cost of taking college-level courses through GCC is $48 per a Compensatory Option, and a low pass option of scoring between 55-64%
credit. Diligent students can earn enough credits to enter college at a for students with disabilities on required Regents Exams to earn a local
sophomore level. diploma.There is an appeals process for students scoring within three points
of 65%, after at least two attempts, on up to two required Regents Exams
for graduation. Required criteria: 1) Evidence of AIS; 2) 95% attendance
Project Lead the Way rate; 3) 65% class average; 4) Teacher/Dept. Chair recommendation.
Project Lead the Way is a partnership with Cal-Mum, RIT, and the private
sector to address the growing need for engineers and highly skilled technical
WWW.CAL-MUM.ORG • ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 538-3481 • MIDDLE SCHOOL 538-3482 • HIGH SCHOOL 538-3483 • DISTRICT OFFICE 538-3400
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Caledonia-Mumford Parents’ Bill Of Rights For Data Privacy & Security
Middle School Summary of Rights and Information for Parents and Students
Technology Program The Caledonia-Mumford Central School District is committed to ensuring student privacy in accordance with local, state and federal regulations and
Our Technology Program is on the cutting edge for today’s middle schools. district policies. To this end and pursuant to U.S. Department of Education regulations, the district is providing the following Parents’ Bill of Rights for
Gateway to Technology addresses the interest and energy of middle school Data Privacy and Security.
students while incorporating state and national standards in math, science
and technology. Gateway to Technology is “activity oriented” to show stu-
Parents should be aware that:
dents how technology is used in engineering to solve everyday problems. 1. A student’s personally identifiable information (PII) cannot be sold or released for any commercial purpose.
The four instructional units excite and motivate students to use their 2. The right to inspect and review the complete contents of the student’s education record stored or maintained by an educational agency.
imaginations and teach them to be creative and innovative while gaining
the skills they need to develop, produce and use products and services. 3. State and federal laws, such as NYS Education Law §2-d and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, that protect the confidentiality of a
The units are Design and Modeling,The Magic of Electrons,The Science of student’s PII, and safeguards associated with industry standards and best practices, including but not limited to, encryption, firewalls, and password
Technology, and Automation and Robotics. protection, must be in place when data is stored or transferred.
Middle School Accelerated Science & 4. A complete list of all student data elements collected by NYSED is available for public review at www.nysed.gov/data-privacy-security, and by
writing to: Chief Privacy Officer, New York State Education Department, 89 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12234.
Math Programs
5. The right to have complaints about possible breaches and unauthorized disclosures of student data addressed. Complaints may be submitted to
Science…Students and parents will be notified during sixth grade of
NYSED online at www.nysed.gov/data-privacy-security, by mail to: Chief Privacy Officer, New York State Education Department, 89 Washington
the opportunity to accelerate so that students may begin the accelerat- Avenue, Albany, NY 12234, by email to privacy@nysed.gov, or by telephone at 518-474-0937.
ed program in seventh grade with the ultimate goal of taking The Living
Environment for Regents credit in eighth grade. 6. To be notified in accordance with applicable laws and regulations if a breach or unauthorized release of their student’s PII occurs.
Math…Teachers will notify students during fifth grade of the opportunity 7. Educational agency workers that handle PII will receive training on applicable state and federal laws, the educational agency’s policies, and
to accelerate so that students may begin the accelerated program in sixth safeguards associated with industry standards and best practices that protect PII.
grade with the ultimate goal of taking Math A for Regents credit in eighth
grade. 8. Educational agency contracts with vendors that receive PII will address statutory and regulatory data privacy and security requirements.
National Junior Honor Society If you have any further questions or concerns at this time, please contact Superintendent Robert Molisani.
The National Junior Honor Society ranks as one of the oldest and most
prestigious national organizations for middle level students. Chapters exist
in more than 60 percent of the nation’s middle level schools and, since
1929, millions of students have been selected for membership. NJHS is
sponsored by the National Association of Secondary School Principals,
which also sponsors the National Honor Society. Mrs. Alana Burns is
advisor to the Caledonia-Mumford chapter of National Junior Honor
Society. Applications will be distributed to those who qualify during the
third marking period. Should you have any questions on the qualifications,
call Mrs. Alana Burns for more information.
Olweus Bullying Prevention Program
The underlying premise of the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program is that
students have a right to feel safe in their school and that the school staff has
the responsibility to secure their safety.
The objective of the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program is to shift the
balance of power away from students who bully to the students that are
committed to help put an end to bullying and to school personnel who
confront the unacceptable behaviors of aggressive students.
The Olweus Bullying Prevention Program teaches students how to deal with
bullying. Because much of the time bullying incidents do not occur in the
presence of school staff members, student involvement in helping our school
put an end to bullying is critical.Through classroom lessons the students will
learn to:
• Define bullying and understand what behaviors are considered bullying;
• Understand the effect of bullying behavior and develop empathy for
targeted students; Please visit www.cal-mum.org or sectionvny.org for all sports schedules.
• Learn ways to respond to bullying behavior;
• Learn when and how to report bullying;
• Learn the consequences the school has established for engaging in
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