School Handbook

Good attendance is critical for steady academic growth, and, by law, children are required to attend school. 

Please call the school office any time your child will not be in school. 

If you are asked to leave a voice mail, please give the following information:

• Name of the parent or guardian calling
• Student's name and grade
• Date(s) of absence
• Reason for absence; please be specific

Absences will only be excused for the following reasons:

• Illness
• Medical or dental appointment
• A family death or serious illness
• Court/judicial appearance
• Religious observations
• School-sponsored activities

Students who are late to school will be considered tardy. Please make every effort to have your student at school on time. 

Additionally signing your child out in the afternoon prior to the end of the school day affects their attendance and learning. 

Students who become truant (inexcusably absent three consecutive days or five school days in any semester or seven days in a school year) will be reported to the Kansas Department for Children and Families in accordance with Board of Education Policy 1461. 
 

Students must live 2.5 miles or more from their assigned school to qualify for transportation to that school.

For questions about WPS transportation and busing, call 316-973-2190.

The district does offer the FirstView app that helps families track their student's school bus. Families will need a security code from the school office to use the app.

Arrival

Car Riders: Families dropping off K–6 students by car should enter from 53rd Street and use the designated drop zones. Students should exit from the passenger side. If your child is eating breakfast, drop them off at the south entrance to enter door #28 between 8:30–8:50. If not, use the east side entrance to enter door #19 between 8:50–9:00. Stay in your vehicle. If your child needs help exiting, please park and walk them to the entrance using the crosswalk.

Pre-K: Pre-K families should park in a Pre-K designated spot in the west lot and walk their child to the Pre-K entrance using the crosswalk. This lot is reserved for Pre-K and bus drop-off only.

Bus Riders: K–6 bus riders will enter through the designated bus entrance using door #1 from the west parking lot. Staff will be present to supervise and guide students safely.

Crosswalk: Please drive slowly and watch for children and families using the crosswalks. Follow staff directions to ensure a safe arrival for everyone.

Dismissal

Car Riders: K–1st grade car riders will be picked up on the south side of the building, while 2nd–6th grade car riders will be picked up on the east side. If siblings span these grade levels, they will be dismissed together from the younger sibling’s location. Please pull all the way forward in the car line and have your child’s name posted in your car window.

Pre-K: Pre-K students will be picked up on the Pre-K playground, located on the west side of the building. If a Pre-K student has an older sibling, the older child will come to the Pre-K area for dismissal.

Bus Riders: Bus dismissal takes place on the west side of the building. This area is reserved for buses and Pre-K only.

Crosswalk: Parents who park and walk to pick up their child should use the southeast corner crosswalk. Staff will escort students to this area. Please use designated crosswalks and avoid parking in the Central Park neighborhood unless you are a resident.

Isely Traditional Magnet STANDARDIZED DRESS CODE
(pursuant to Board Policy P1474 and P1475)

A. Prefatory Statement:

Isely Traditional Magnet expects a standardized dress code for all students as it promotes a positive school climate and learning environment that enhances academic achievement with lessened classroom disruptions and to foster our sense of community amongst all students.

B. Requirements of the Dress Code
All students attending Wichita Public Schools must comply with the general dress code requirements of Board Policy P147_ . Additionally, because Isely Traditional Magnet has adopted a standard dress code, clothing for students attending Isely Traditional Magnet must also conform to the following requirements:
  
Shirt Options: 

• Solid color, ‘flag’ red, white, or navy blue long or short sleeved polo shirt with a collar
• Sold color, ‘flag’ red, white, or navy blue long or short sleeved oxford shirt with a collar
  Or
• Long sleeved or short sleeved Isely spirit t-shirts
• College t-shirts may be worn with uniform pants on Thursdays as part of ‘Think College Thursday’
• All tops must cover the majority of the back and shoulders, cover the midriff and back when sitting or standing, cover personal areas, and completely cover undergarments.

 Shirt Layering Options:

• Logo-free, solid color, “flag” red, white or navy blue sweaters, sweatshirts    (no hoods), and/or vests may be worn over the standardized shirt options     listed above.
• Logo-free, solid color, “flag” red, white, or navy blue turtlenecks or t-shirt     style undershirts may be worn under the approved standardized shirt           options listed above.
• Isely spirit sweatshirts that have hoods may be worn over standardized         shirt options. These hooded sweatshirts must be worn with the hood off       while inside the building.

Pant/Dress Options: 

• Solid color, logo-free, navy blue or khaki, tailored pants, capri pants, shorts, skorts, skirts, or jumpers may be worn
• Solid color, logo-free, navy blue or ‘flag’ red polo dress, long or short sleeved, may be worn
• If wearing a dress or jumper, shorts should be worn under skirts or jumpers but should not be longer than the skirt or jumper.
• Solid colored red, white, or navy blue tights or leggings can be worn beneath pant/dress options.
• Jeans, sweat pants, athletic pants, or overalls shall not be included within pants that are permitted to be worn within the standardized dress code.
• All bottoms mut cover undergarments, be of a safe and appropriate length (cannot drag the floor or expose the upper thighs), be worn no lower than the natural waistline, and provide coverage for personal areas.

Footwear:

Footwear must fit securely enough to the foot for safe movement throughout the school, including recess and PE. Crocs, platform shoes, wheeled, high heels, open-toed or flip-flops, should not be worn.

Other:  

• All clothing must be clean and free of large holes, rips, or frayed edges. 
• Solid color, “flag” red, white, navy-blue , or black socks should be worn.
• Clothing shall be sized correctly to fit the student  
• With the exception for religious or medical purposes, no bandanas, hats, headscarves, or head coverings may be worn.
• Make-up may not be worn by elementary students. Make-up that is worn by middle school students shall not be applied during instructional time and cannot detract from the learning environment due to being applied in a manner that would scare or alarm another student.

 If you are concerned about the cost factor related to meeting the dress code requirements at Isely Traditional Magnet, please contact the principal so that we can discuss options. Isely Traditional Magnet remains a school for all students and we will ensure that everyone has access to the unform clothing that meets the standardized dress requirements.

C. Exceptions

Wichita Public Schools and Isely Traditional Magnet are committed to maintaining an environment that is free of discrimination on the basis of race, national origin, religion, disability or sex in all ways, including the administration of this dress code.

The building principal may permit reasonable exceptions to a Standardized Dress Code that do not result in a burden to the school, such as a disruption of the learning environment.

Exceptions shall be permitted in order to accommodate disabilities, medical conditions, or sincerely held religious beliefs. Any request for an exception must be supported by documentation. Documentation submitted in support of a request for an exception to a Standardized Dress Code must (i) be authentic, (ii) identify the student, (iii) identify the exception(s) sought, and (iv) identify the condition, tenet of religious belief, or other circumstance that makes the exception necessary. In order to ensure authenticity, principals may request that documentation be sent directly to the school by the provider of the documentation.

Exceptions may also be permitted temporarily for school-sponsored events or activities, or under other appropriate circumstances.

D. Violations – Code of Conduct

Complying with the dress code is the responsibility of all students attending Isely Traditional Magnet. Violations of the dress code will be handled as described in the student code of conduct. (USD 259 Code of Conduct Link)

E. Offer of Compliant Clothing

a. Staff shall be required to offer students compliant clothing if a student is not wearing clothes that satisfy the Dress Code(s).

b. Isely Traditional Magnet shall maintain compliant articles of clothing to offer students who come to school wearing non-compliant dress.

Parents should notify the school nurse if there are any health conditions that may require medical attention, such as asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, etc.

If a student becomes ill during the school day, they should request a pass to see the nurse. 

Students who exhibit fever, sore throat or tonsillitis, any eruption of the skin or rash, any respiratory symptoms accompanied by a fever, severe cough or cold, or any eruption of the scalp, will be sent home.

Parents will be notified to pick up their student and must do so in a timely manner to limit exposure to other students and school staff.

Please keep your emergency contact information up to date with both the teacher and office staff.

School board policy (BOE P5316) restricts school personnel from giving students any medication, including over-the-counter medication.

Medication is given only upon written request from both the parent/guardian and the student's physician.

Students must also have received one dose of medication without an adverse reaction prior to any doses being given at school.

All medicine must be in the original container and be presented by a parent to the school nurse for safe keeping and scheduled administration.

The container should be labelled with the following:

• Name of student
• Name of medication
• Directions for use
• Name of physician
• Name and address of pharmacy
• Date of prescription

The district uses the ParentVUE online portal to give parents to access information about their student's attendance, assignments and grades.

ParentVUE allows parents to quickly and easily update their family contact information, which is vital in order to maintain strong home-to-school connections. 

We provide breakfast for all students free of charge.

Lunch fees can depend on family income.

Complete the Free and Reduced Meal Application annually to qualify for free lunch and adjustments to school fees. 

The district uses an app called School Cafe to allow families to see menus.

The district uses LINQ Connect to pay for meals.

For special dietary restrictions, please contact the school nurse. 
 

Field trips with our city and nearby sites of interest are scheduled by classroom teachers throughout the school year.

These trips are designed to supplement different aspects of the classroom curriculum and intoduce students to resources within the community.

Parents will be notified of the planned trip at least five days in advance and must sign a trip waiver for students to attend.

If a student does not have a signed permission slip to attend the trip, they will not go. We will not accept verbal permission over the phone.

If there is a fee for the field trip, the money needs to be submitted at least three days prior to the scheduled trip.

All field trips require the use of school buses. Parents are not able to transport students on field trips.

If a parent serves as a chaperone, they will need to complete the school district's volunteer registration process prior to the field trip.
 

The safety of students, staff and parents is the Wichita Public Schools' greatest priority during the threat of dangerous conditions. Emergency plans are in place should tornadoes, lightning, hail, snow or other dangerous circumstances present a safety concern. 

If schools are to be closed or activities cancelled or rescheduled due to weather conditions, the information will be posted on the Wichita Public Schools' main webpage and displayed on all school websites.
 

Parent-Teacher Conferences are a great way to stay involved in your child's education. Parents have the opportunity to discuss their child's progress, review assignments, learn about future projects and to strengthen the connection between home and school. 

Parent-Teacher Conferences are held twice a year in October and February. 
 

Progress reports are provided to parents every quarter.

Reviewing these reports is an essential component of parent involvement in their child's education.

Please look for these reports and discuss them with your student.

You may also log on to ParentVue for an ongoing list of grades provided by the teacher.

If you have any concerns about these reports, contact your student's teacher.

All visitors to the building, including parents, must sign in through our visitor management system HallPass.

Parents, caregivers and other relatives wanting to volunteer in the school or for field trips are required to register every year as a volunteer. Visit the Volunteer Registration page to complete your annual registration.
 

You are welcome to send pre-packaged treats with your child to celebrate with their class.

Clear drinks are encouraged to help reduce carpet staining.

Birthday treats will be distributed at the teacher's discretion so as not to interrupt the learning environment.

We understand how important it is for your child to have all their belongings. Please do your due diligence to label items such as coats, jackets, uniform layers, lunch boxes and water bottles. If your child has lost an item, please have them check the collection spot in the cafeteria.

Lost & found items will be cleared out of the building at various times throughout the school year.