Cherryland

Middle School

 707 E. 3rd Street

Elk Rapids, Michigan 49629

Parent/Student Handbook

2023-2024

August 22, 2023

Welcome Cherryland Middle School Families,

It is hard to believe the 2023-24 school year is only a few weeks away! Though we have enjoyed our Northern Michigan summer filled with activities, sunshine, and excitement we are also excited about the new school year. We have much to look forward to as we welcome our new 6th grade students (Class of 2030!) and welcome back the awesome 7th and 8th grade students. As I enter my 6th year as principal at Cherryland Middle School, I am grateful to serve our talented students, dedicated staff, wonderful supportive families, and community. We would not be able to provide such a positive learning environment without collaboration and teamwork.

We are planning to kick off the school year with our annual CMS Family BBQ and Open House on August 30th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. We hope to see everyone there for food, class schedules, classroom visits, and to meet the staff. In mid-September, each grade level will have a fall field trip experience to one of our local natural areas. These trips are a great way to extend learning beyond the classroom in a fun and exciting way. We are also looking forward to growing our service learning opportunities at CMS. Last year resumed our support of service learning in the community and hope to make an even greater impact this school year. These experiences will benefit the Elk Rapids community while also providing students with lessons that will last a lifetime. On the curriculum front, we are thrilled to be able to offer a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) class to all CMS students as an officially adopted program. Providing students with hands-on learning experiences helps encourage the development of critical thinking skills.  

We want to thank the community once again for their support of the school bond. The construction progress at CMS has been significant and we have a plan in place to move into the first phase in January. Despite the reductions in classroom space temporarily we will be ready for a fantastic school year in 2023-24!

Go Elks!

Josh Haggerty

CMS Welcome Back BBQ and Open House

We are looking forward to welcoming our new students and the incoming 6th grade to CMS. It is our annual tradition to host a BBQ event and open house to welcome all our students and families. Please review the details below. We are looking forward to seeing everyone soon!

When: 5:00-7:00 pm on Wednesday, August 30th.

Purpose: Students will receive their class schedule, locker, meet our CMS Staff, walk the school, and meet with each grade level team in the gym

Food: Hot dogs, chips, popcorn

Who: 6th-8th Grade CMS students and their families

Grade Level Meetings in Gym: 8th Grade 5:15, 7th Grade 5:45, 6th Grade 6:15

***If you are unable to attend the CMS Open House we will have student schedules available online via PowerSchool on Thursday, August 31st. New families and families of 6th grade students will have an information sheet delivered in the mail to help you register and gain access to PowerSchool. If you are in 7th and 8th grade and cannot access PowerSchool please contact the CMS Office.

School Supplies:

Please see the attached PDF of our CMS Supply List to see which supplies would be helpful for your child.

CMS Construction Updates:

Construction is moving ahead at a quick pace! The new media center, STEM room, two science labs, and three classrooms are set to be completed in January. Despite the challenges and inconveniences, we are looking forward to being able to serve our students in a safe, secure, and well-equipped building. Below are a few related updates to help ease the situation.

Student Drop off and Pick Up: Vehicles will enter the parent loop at the drive closest to the chain-length construction fence and drop off students along the sidewalk. Please follow the yellow arrows and posted signs.

Visitor Parking and Accessing the School: The front bus loop and parking lot are still not accessible. Visitor parking will be available near the Glowicki Field entrance. Busses will be dropping off students in the lane closest to Glowicki Field at the crosswalk. Families will be able to pick up students by parking in the visitor parking or along the Glowicki Field fence. Bus riders will and picked up at the end of the day in the service drive closest to the gym and band room.

Maps Attached: Please take a minute or two to review the attached map to help you locate the student drop-off and pick-up locations as well as visitor parking locations.

CMS Athletics:

The fall season is an exciting time for athletics as we have many opportunities for students to be active. Check out the information below and on our website. https://www.erschools.com/schools/cherryland-middle-school/athletics/ 

Cross Country:  Students in 6th-8th grade are welcome to join Cross Country. If your child is a running enthusiast and interested in learning more please contact Coach Pray at marmeaghan@msn.com

Cheer: We are excited to have Stephanie Burrell back for her 3rd year as our cheer coach. Any students in 7th or 8th grade who are interested in learning more about cheer please reach out to coach Burrell at burrels4@icloud.com or (231)-632-0572

7th and 8th Grade Football: This year we welcome Coach Schulte back for his 2nd season on the sidelines of Glowicki Field as the CMS head coach this fall. He will be joined by Coach Schaub. Email Coach Schulte if you have any questions. kschulte@erschools.com 

Volleyball: This year Carla and Jamie Bush are returning for a 2nd season coaching volleyball along with Melissa Wierma who is beginning her 1st season at CMS. Some open gym time is taking place already but practices will not begin until the first week of school. Please reach out to Carla, Jamie, or Melissa if you have any questions. bushfam1@yahoo.com or cottagecare99@gmail.com and melwierema@aol.com 

Paid and Volunteer Opportunities:

We are always looking for volunteers to support various activities at CMS. Having families involved is important to continue our strong traditions of supporting learning and student growth. If you are interested in possibly volunteering please reach out to Mr. Haggerty jhaggerty@erschools.com 

Paid Position Available: Lunch/Recess Supervisors 11:00-1:00 Daily (Possible day shares if not available all five days weekly)

CMS Office Hours:

Starting August 22nd

Summer Office Hours: 8:00-3:00 (Closed 9/1 & 9/4)

During the school year Office Hours: 7:00-3:30

Student Medication:

If your child will be taking medications at school parents may pick up and drop off forms and medication at the CMS office. Parents must bring the medication to the school office and fill out the required paperwork.

Parents/Visitors/Item Drops:

After class begins at 7:51 am, all entrances will be locked. Between 7:51 am and 2:43 pm students, staff, and visitors will be required to enter through the main CMS secure entrance which will require a secretary to “buzz” you in. When dropping items off for students, we will typically ask families to leave items on the table in the entryway and students will be notified to pick them up.

Positivity Project: 

We are excited to continue our partnership with the Positivity Project (P2). The Positivity Project is based on extensive research in the field of positive psychology at the University of Michigan and other research institutions. Each week the students and teachers will study one of 24 different character strengths to learn more about each strength. The model encourages people to use their own natural character strengths and rely on the strengths of others to build strong and meaningful relationships and a stronger community. If you want to learn more you can check out the websites below and parents can take the survey to learn more about their own strengths.

Positivity Project www.PosProject.org

Character Strength Survey: https://www.viacharacter.org/

(Students will take the survey during the 1st week of school but we highly encourage family members to take the survey as well)

New Staff Members: We were incredibly fortunate to be able to add several high-quality educators to our team. We can’t wait for them to meet families and students soon!

• Ryan McChesney - 6th and 7th Grade English Language Arts
• Erin Paxson - 8th and 9th Grade Special Education
• Jackson Lange - 7th and 8th Grade Science
• Kelly Rogers - 6th Grade Math
• Lis Krause - Special Education Paraprofessional
• Carrie Parks - Maternity Leave Guest Teacher (Mrs. Wilson)

Family Communication Tools 2023-2024: 

CMS Weekly Update: Emailed to all students and family members. Parents, please ensure your correct email is listed in PowerSchool. The CMS Weekly Update will only be delivered if your email is accurate in PowerSchool. Mrs. Wynkoop can help assist and update your email in PowerSchool CWynkoop@ERSchools.com

Principal Update Videos: Most weeks you will also receive a link to a CMS update video on YouTube, the video will also be shared on our Cherryland Middle School Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/elkrapidscms/

Daily School Announcements: The daily announcements read each day at school can be accessed via PowerSchool Daily Bulletin or our school website at https://www.erschools.com/schools/cherryland-middle-school/

School Messenger: This allows for quick communication such as on snow days and other important school events. Families will receive the messages via text message.

Upcoming Events and Important Dates:

8/30/23 CMS Back to School BBQ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

9/5/23 First Day of School (Half Day Schedule) 11:13 Dismissal

9/22/23 CMS Fall Field Trips

10/4/23 School Picture Day

10/9/23 No School

Go Elks!

Josh Haggerty

Cherryland Middle School

Principal

MISSION STATEMENT

We are active lifelong global learners!

FIGHT SONG 

Cheer our Elks to victory

Show your E.R. pride

We’re the team that can’t be beat

So come on Elks get on your feet

And hail the good old Orange and Black

We’re gonna win tonight

Fight, fight, go team fight

Victory for E.R. High!!!

CMS Bell Schedule 23-24

6th Grade – 2nd Lunch                 

Breakfast:  Before School

1st hour                7:51 – 8:37

2nd                8:40 – 9:36

3rd                9:39 – 10:25

4th                10:28 – 11:14

P2/Community Action        11:17 – 11:39

Lunch                11:39 – 12:09

5th                12:12 – 1:00

6th                1:03 – 1:51

7th                1:54 – 2:43

7th Grade- 1st Lunch

1st hour                7:51 – 8:37

Breakfast        8:40 – 8:50

2nd                8:50 – 9:36

3rd                9:39 – 10:25

4th                10:28 – 11:14

Lunch                11:14 – 11:44

P2/Community Action        11:47 – 12:09

5th                12:12 – 1:00

6th                1:03 – 1:51

7th                1:54 – 2:43

8th Grade – 3rd Lunch

1st hour                7:51 – 8:37

2nd                8:40 – 9:26

Breakfast        9:26 – 9:36

3rd                9:39 – 10:25

4th                10:28 – 11:14

P2/Community Action        11:17 – 11:39

5th                11:42 – 12:30

Lunch                12:30 – 1:00

6th                1:03 – 1:51

7th                1:54 – 2:43

½ Day Reduced Schedule

6th, 7th, 8th grade breakfast before school

1st hour                7:51 – 8:17

2nd                8:20 – 8:46

3rd                8:49 - 9:15

4th                9:18 – 9:44

5th                9:47 – 10:13        

6th                10:16 – 10:42

7th                10:45 – 11:13

CHERRYLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL

Parent/Student Handbook

This handbook lists the school practices and procedures and helpful information which impacts student actions and behavior at Cherryland Middle School.

Within the handbook school regulations & information, student behavior, and student responsibilities are outlined.  All students and parents are to be familiar with the information outlined in the handbook. The handbook is subject to updates at any point and should a conflict with a school board policy occur the school board policy will supersedes the school handbook.

ABSENCE FROM SCHOOL

Students are expected to be in attendance at all times during the school day except in case of illness or emergency.  Upon returning to school after an absence, students are to report to the office before proceeding to class. If parents have not called the office to excuse an absence, students need to present one in person to the school secretary or receptionist.  Emailed absence explanations are also acceptable.

ACADEMIC HONESTY

Academic honesty is defined as a set of intrinsic values and skills that promote integrity in teaching, learning, and assessment.  Furthermore, CMS expects that students respect others’ intellectual property, and submit work that is of their own creation.  If CMS students want to use the ideas of others in their work, they are expected to cite them appropriately, using the Modern Language Association (MLA) format.  

1st Incident:

• Teacher informs student and principal of academic honesty violation
• Principal meets with student, teacher, and contacts family
• Student expected to complete an alternate assignment to demostate knowledge

2nd Incident:

• Teacher informs student and principal of academic honesty violation
• Principal meets with student, teacher, and family
• Student expected to complete an alternate assignment to demostate knowledge

3rd Incident and Beyond:

• Teacher informs student and principal of academic honesty violation
• Principal meets with student, teacher, and family
• Student expected to complete an alternate assignment to demostate knowledge
• No credit received

ATHLETICS

Information regarding CMS athletics can be located in the CMS Athletics Handbook

ATTENDANCE:

Students who are not present when class begins will be marked absent. Students arriving to class late will be marked tardy when they arrive within the first 15 minutes of class.

AWARDS

At the end of the year, students receive award certificates from the school for various accomplishments.  These include earning a superior grade point average, having perfect attendance, outstanding citizenship, etc.  Certificates are also presented at the end of each season to members of the athletic teams.  If you have any questions about end-of-year awards contact the principal.

AWARDS ASSEMBLIES

Cherryland Middle School conducts end-of-year awards assemblies for each grade level.  The purpose is to reward and recognize outstanding effort, achievement and citizenry in the ranks of our Elks.  Some, though not all of the awards presented at grade levels are perfect attendance, outstanding citizenship, scholarship, achievement, Leadership, band, choir, art, etc.  Additionally there may be other awards from year-to-year basis.

BACKPACKS

For reasons of school safety, backpacks, duffle bags, and book bags are to be kept in the student’s lockers during the school day.  Bags brought to class or left in the hallways will be taken to the office. Student should carry only a binder/organizer/Chromebook and other necessary supplies to classes.

BAD WEATHER NOTIFICATION

In the event of school cancellation because of inclement weather, notification will be broadcast over the following radio and television stations, shared via School Messenger, posted on the Elk Rapids Schools Facebook page, and notification on the ERSchools.com website.

WKHQ         Charlevoix    106 FM                WCCW  Traverse City   1310 AM

WKLT  Kalkaska        98 FM                        WJML  Petoskey          96 FM

WLDR  Traverse City  102 FM                WPBN  Traverse City  ch. 7/4

WTCM  Traverse City  580 AM                WWTV  Cadillac       ch. 9/10

BAND

Students commit to band on an annual basis. Students who choose to sign up for instrumental music (Band) in grades 6, 7, & 8 are committing to a minimum of one complete school year. Class changes may be made during the first two weeks of the school year start. Students with hardship exceptions decided on a case-by-case basis.

BICYCLES

Students may ride bicycles to school.  All bicycles must be left in the bike rack during the school day and locked.  Bicycles may not be ridden during the lunch hour.

BULLYING

5517.01 - BULLYING AND OTHER AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR TOWARD STUDENTS

It is the policy of the District to provide a safe and nurturing educational environment for all of its students.

This policy protects all students from bullying/aggressive behavior regardless of the subject matter or motivation for such impermissible behavior.

Bullying or other aggressive behavior toward a student, whether by other students, staff, or third parties, including Board members, parents, guests, contractors, vendors, and volunteers, is strictly prohibited. This prohibition includes written, physical, verbal, and psychological abuse, including hazing, gestures, comments, threats, or actions to a student, which cause or threaten to cause bodily harm, reasonable fear for personal safety or personal degradation.

Demonstration of appropriate behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate harassment or bullying is expected of administrators, faculty, staff, and volunteers to provide positive examples for student behavior.

This policy applies to all "at school" activities in the District, including activities on school property, in a school vehicle, and those occurring off school property if the student or employee is at any school-sponsored, school-approved or school-related activity or function, such as field trips or athletic events where students are under the school’s control, or where an employee is engaged in school business. Misconduct occurring outside of school may also be disciplined if it interferes with the school environment.

Notification

Notice of this policy will be annually circulated to and posted in conspicuous locations in all school buildings and departments within the District and discussed with students, as well as incorporated into the teacher, student, and parent/guardian handbooks. State and Federal rights posters on discrimination and harassment shall also be posted at each building. All new hires will be required to review and sign off on this policy and the related complaint procedure.

Parents or legal guardians of the alleged victim(s), as well as of the alleged aggressor(s), shall be promptly notified of any complaint or investigation as well as the results of the investigation to the extent consistent with student confidentiality requirements. A record of the time and form of notice or attempts at notice shall be kept in the investigation file.

To the extent appropriate and/or legally permitted, confidentiality will be maintained during the investigation process. However, a proper investigation will, in some circumstances, require the disclosure of names and allegations. Further, the appropriate authorities may be notified, depending on the nature of the complaint and/or the results of the investigation.

Implementation

The Superintendent is responsible to implement this policy, and may develop further guidelines, not inconsistent with this policy.

This policy is not intended to and should not be interpreted to interfere with legitimate free speech rights of any individual. However, the District reserves the right and responsibility to maintain a safe environment for students, conducive to learning and other legitimate objectives of the school program.

Procedure

Any student who believes s/he has been or is the victim of bullying, hazing, or other aggressive behavior should immediately report the situation to the Principal or assistant principal. The student may also report concerns to a teacher or counselor who will be responsible for notifying the appropriate administrator or Board official. Complaints against the building principal should be filed with the Superintendent. Complaints against the Superintendent should be filed with the Board President.

Every student is encouraged, and every staff member is required to report any situation that they believe to be aggressive behavior directed toward a student. Reports shall be made to those identified above. Reports may be made anonymously, but formal disciplinary action may not be taken solely on the basis of an anonymous report.

The Principal (or other administrator as designated) shall promptly investigate and document all complaints about bullying, aggressive or other behavior that may violate this policy. The investigation must be completed as promptly as the circumstances permit and should be completed within three (3) school days after a report or complaint is made.

If the investigation finds an instance of bullying or aggressive behavior has occurred, it will result in prompt and appropriate remedial action. This may include up to expulsion for students, up to discharge for employees, exclusion for parents, guests, volunteers and contractors, and removal from any official position and/or a request to resign for Board members. Individuals may also be referred to law enforcement or other appropriate officials.

The individual responsible for conducting the investigation shall document all reported incidents and report all verified incidents of bullying, aggressive or other prohibited behavior, as well as any remedial action taken, including disciplinary actions and referrals, to the Superintendent. The Superintendent shall submit a compiled report to the Board on an annual basis.

Non-Retaliation/False Reports

Retaliation or false allegations against any person who reports, is thought to have reported, files a complaint, participates in an investigation or inquiry concerning allegations of bullying or aggressive behavior (as a witness or otherwise), or is the target of the bullying or aggressive behavior being investigated, is prohibited and will not be tolerated. Such retaliation shall be considered a serious violation of Board policy, independent of whether a complaint of bullying is substantiated. Suspected retaliation should be reported in the same manner as bullying/aggressive behavior.

Making intentionally false reports about bullying/aggressive behavior for getting someone in trouble is similarly prohibited and will not be tolerated. Retaliation and intentionally false reports may result in disciplinary action as indicated above.

Definitions

The following definitions are provided for guidance only. If a student or other individual believes there has been bullying, hazing, harassment or other aggressive behavior, regardless of whether it fits a particular definition, s/he should report it immediately and allow the administration to determine the appropriate course of action.

"Aggressive behavior" is defined as inappropriate conduct that is repeated enough, or serious enough, to negatively impact a student’s educational, physical, or emotional well-being. Such behavior includes, for example, bullying, hazing, stalking, intimidation, menacing, coercion, name-calling, taunting, making threats, and hitting/pushing/shoving.

"At School" is defined as in a classroom, elsewhere on school premises, on a school bus or other school related vehicle, or at a school-sponsored activity or event whether or not it is held on school premises. It also includes conduct using a telecommunications access device or telecommunications service provider that occurs off school premises if either owned by or under the control of the District.

"Bullying" is defined as any gesture or written, verbal, graphic, or physical act (including electronically transmitted acts – i.e. internet, telephone or cell phone, personal digital assistant (PDA), or wireless handheld device) that, without regard to its subject matter or motivating animus, is intended or that a reasonable person would know is likely to harm one (1) or more students either directly or indirectly by doing any of the following:

Bullying can be physical, verbal, psychological, or a combination of all three. Some examples of bullying are:

"Harassment" includes, but is not limited to, any act which subjects an individual or group to unwanted, abusive behavior of a nonverbal, verbal, written or physical nature, often on the basis of age, race, religion, color, national origin, marital status or disability, but may also include sexual orientation, physical characteristics (e.g., height, weight, complexion), cultural background, socioeconomic status, or geographic location (e.g., from rival school, different state, rural area, city, etc.).

"Intimidation/Menacing" includes, but is not limited to, any threat or act intended to: place a person in fear of physical injury or offensive physical contact; to substantially damage or interfere with person's property; or to intentionally interfere with or block a person's movement without good reason.

"Staff" includes all school employees and Board members.

"Third parties" include, but are not limited to, coaches, school volunteers, parents, school visitors, service contractors, vendors, or others engaged in District business, and others not directly subject to school control at inter-district or intra-district athletic competitions or other school events.

For further definition and instances that could possibly be construed as:

Harassment, see Policy 5517;

Hazing, see Policy 5516.

MCL 380.1310B (Matt's Safe School Law, PA 241 of 2011)
Policies on Bullying, Michigan State Board of Education
Model Anti-Bullying Policy, Michigan State Board of Education

Adopted 11/8/04
Revised 6/2/14

Confidentiality

To the extent appropriate and/or legally permitted, confidentiality will be maintained during the investigation process. However, a proper investigation will, in some circumstances, require the disclosure of names and allegations.

Notification

Notice of this policy will be annually circulated to and posted in conspicuous locations in all school buildings and departments within the District and discussed with students, as well as incorporated into the teacher, student, and parent/guardian handbooks. State and Federal rights posters on discrimination and harassment shall also be posted at each building. All new hires will be required to review and sign off on this policy and the related complaint procedure.

The Superintendent is directed to develop administrative guidelines to implement this policy. Guidelines shall include reporting and investigative procedures, as needed. The complaint procedure established by the Superintendent shall be followed.

This policy is not intended to and should not be interpreted to interfere with legitimate free speech rights of any individual. However, the District reserves the right and responsibility to maintain a safe environment for students, conducive to learning and other legitimate objectives of the school program.

Policies on Bullying, Michigan State Board of Education, 7-19-01
Model Anti-Bullying Policy, Michigan State Board of Education, 9-12-06

Adopted 11/8/04
Revised 6/25/07

Any type of disrespectful behavior towards another student intended to embarrass, intimidate or create fear is bullying and will not be tolerated.  Any type of bullying behavior will be addressed with consequences up to and including suspension. (See Consequence Chart, Appendix C).

BUZZ IN SYSTEM/ENTERING SCHOOL

As part of the Elk Rapids School District’s ongoing commitment to school safety, the District installed buzz-in systems at the main entrance at Cherryland Middle School.  The buzz-in system includes an intercom and a camera.  

Students and visitors to the school will be “buzzed” into the school, which is intended to enhance the safety and security of both students and staff by establishing greater door control at the primary entrance to the school.

Once the school day begins, our doors will be locked and visitors will need to press the button to gain entry to the school.

When dropping off items for students we will likely ask families to leave items on the table in the secure entry to limit the number of school visitors. Upon entering the school, visitors will come to the office to receive a visitor’s badge. When visitors are ready to leave, they should exit the school building through the main entrance and officially check out.

CARE OF VALUABLES

Students are urged NOT to bring large sums of money or other valuable items to school.  The school will not be responsible for the loss of valuables.

CELL PHONES & EARBUDS/BLUETOOTH HEADPHONES (AIR PODS)

Cell phones are permitted at school.  Cell phones may only be used before entering the building or after exiting the building, and during lunch period. If a staff member observes a phone or hears a phone, they will take the phone to the office. Bluetooth headphones (example Air Pods) are not permitted for use outside of the classroom and will be confiscated and treated as a cell phone. (See practice below)

First offense – students may pick up the phone at the end of the school day.  

Second offense – a parent/guardian must pick up the phone.  

***at this time, parents will receive the rules for the third offense (to be initialed).

Third offense – student phone privilege is suspended. If it is necessary for a student to bring a phone with them to school, it must be turned into the office first thing in the morning and can be picked up at the end of the day.

Chromebooks

Each CMS student is issued a school-owned Chromebook.  This device is to be used for school purposes only.  For additional information on the care, handling, and best practices of the Chromebook please refer to the technology acceptable use agreement.

CLASS PLACEMENT

At Cherryland Middle School, careful consideration is taken with each placement into a class.  It is our responsibility to ensure all students have, as best as possible, viable access to all subject areas; Health and Physical Education, Social Studies, STEM, Language and Literature, Mathematics, Science and The Arts.

In an effort to build language and literature skill and fluency, all CMS 6th and 7th grade students have both a Reading and Writing period each day. Conversely, in an effort to prepare our students for the rigor of high school Mathematics expectations, all CMS 8th grade students have two periods of Mathematics education each day.

Cherryland Middle School offers the following accelerated classes to students:

- 6th, 7th and 8th grade Accelerated Math; (6th and 7th Accelerated and H.S. Algebra I for 8th grade

With average total class sizes of approximately 80 to 100 students, our cut mark for placement in an accelerated course ranges from 25 to 30 students. Children who have a “matrix” score that ranks in the top 25 to 30 students will be placed in accelerated classes.

(For more information on what elements are included in subject area matrixes contact the CMS Counselor).

Students that have not already been “matrixed in” to accelerated programming and wish to be considered need to meet the following criteria:

● A- or better grade average in the subject matter

● Level 4 on M-STEP subject matter

● 85th%ile or higher NWEA subject matter score

● 85% score or better on end-of-year subject area test (for Math)

● Receive strong teacher recommendation in the subject matter

The criteria established to move students out of accelerated placement are if students do not maintain the following:

● B+ or better average grade

● Level 3 or higher on the M-STEP subject matter

● 75th%ile or higher on the NWEA subject matter

If any of these conditions exist, the principal or counselor, (possibly both), will meet with the student to develop a plan for improvement. A timeline for improvement will be established. If the guidelines for improvement are not met, the student will be removed - possibly during the school year - from the accelerated program to an on-level class.

The placement of any new students to the district in an accelerated program class will be based on considerations such as accelerated placement in another district as well as the other criteria considered for all student placement in our programming.

Accelerated scheduling from year-to-year, including the movement of students in and out of accelerated classes, is based on established criteria and available openings. Any other unique student placement aspects will be governed as much as possible by the current guidelines of our building placement decision-making processes.

Accelerated Transitions

Students may transition from CMS accelerated classes to our high school “honors” programs according to the following ERHS recommended guidelines: (Please note that even if students are not in CMS or ERHS honors programs, they can still get into H.S. AP courses in their junior and senior years, based on their performance and seat availability).

Honors English 9 : ERHS guarantees placement of the top 30 students based on

minimum expectations/matrix ranking of the following criteria. Beyond 30, a wait list is developed.

- Have a minimum of B+ (87%) in ELA 8th

- Have PSAT EBRW score range between 370 to 410 or better

- Have 80th%ile or higher on Reading NWEA (Spring)

- Writing sample of teacher’s choice, (rank ordered by rubric score)

● PSAT (Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test)- given Spring 8th grade year.

● EBRW (Evidenced Based Reading/Writing)

Geometry 9:

CMS students must have completed high school Algebra I prior to 8th/9th grade (and passed both semesters with 80% B- or higher). Students must also have:

- PSAT Math score range of between 400 to 460 or better.

Biology 9:

ERHS guarantees placement of the top 30 students based on minimum

expectations/matrix ranking of the following criteria. Beyond 30, a wait list is

developed.

- Have a minimum of B+ (87%) or better average in 8th grade Science

- Have PSAT EBRW score range of between 370 to 410 or better

- Have 80th %ile or higher on Reading NWEA

- Have strong recommendation from 8th grade Science teacher.

Honors US History 9 :

ERHS guarantees placement of the top 30 students based on minimum

expectations/matrix ranking of the following criteria. Beyond 30, a wait list is

developed.

- Have a minimum of A- (90%) or better average in 8th grade US History

- Have PSAT EBRW score range of between 370 to 410 or better

- Have 80th %ile or higher on Reading NWEA

- Have strong recommendation from 8th grade US History teacher.

COATS, HATS AND HOODS

Students are not permitted to wear coats, hats, hoods overhead, sunglasses and scarves or other outdoor wear during regular school hours, unless they have teacher permission.  These items are to be kept in the lockers and not brought to class.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

We are bringing our CMS community service projects back to life for those students who are interested. There will be a reward day/recognition for those that do participate and meet all the requirements. More information will be provided throughout the school year.

Course Catalog

Below is a list of courses offered through CMS and CMS Virtual. Additional course offerings may be available via Edmentem or Michigan Virtual, please contact the counselor for additional information and questions.

6th Language

6th Literature

7th Language

7th Literature

6th Language Accelerated

6th Literature Accelerated

7th Language Accelerated

7th Literature Accelerated

8th ELA

8th ELA Accelerated

6th Math

6th Accelerated Math

7th Math

7th Accelerated Math

8th Math

8th Math Lab

Algebra 1

6th Science

7th Science

8th Science

6th Geography

7th World History

8th U.S. History

Art 6

Art 7

Art 8

Vocal Music 6

Vocal Music 7

Vocal Music 8

Band 6

Band 7

Band 8

Intervention 6

Intervention 7

Intervention 8

STEM 6

STEM 7

STEM 8

PE/Health 6

PE/Health 7

PE/Health 8

P2/Community Action

Special Education Resource

DANCE RULES

1. Cherryland Middle School students in 6th-8th grade are permitted to attend dances, no guests are allowed.
2. Students must have a ride waiting for them at the conclusion of the dance.
3. Students wishing to leave early may not re-enter the dance and may only leave if a parent or guardian enters the building to pick up the student.

Formal Dances

Girls can wear strapless dresses and spaghetti straps but their dresses have to be fingertip length.  If students have questions regarding the modesty level of their clothing, they need to speak with the adult in charge of the dance prior to the event.

DIRECTORY INFORMATION

Cherryland Middle School will provide student directory information as requested.  This includes name, address, and participation in extracurricular activities.  Parents may refuse to allow the district to disclose any directory information.  The request must be in writing and given to the principal. 

DRESS CODE 

We are committed to fostering a learning environment and culture in which students can both express themselves as individuals and also be comfortable learning in a professional environment. When selecting new clothes for the 2023-24 school year please use the gender-neutral guide below to ensure you are comfortable and appropriately dressed for success each day.

• Pajama clothing should only be worn on school-sponsored spirit day.

Management of Dress Code Violations

School administrative staff shall enforce dress code violations consistently using the requirements below. The school administration shall not have the discretion to vary the requirements in ways that lead to discriminatory enforcement.

Students will be removed from spaces, hallways, or classrooms as a result of a dress code violation. Students in violation of the dress code will be provided two options;

○ Students will be asked to put on their own alternative clothing, if already available at school, to be dressed more to code for the remainder of the day.

○ If necessary, students’ parents may be called during the school day to bring alternative clothing for the student to wear for the remainder of the day.

No student should be discriminated against by dress code enforcement because of racial identity, sex assigned at birth, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, cultural or religious identity, household income, body size/type, or body maturity.

These dress code guidelines shall apply to regular school days and summer school days, as well as any school-related events and activities, such as sporting events, end-of-year trips, special field trips and dances.

ELECTRONIC ITEMS

Students are not permitted to use electronic items during regular school hours unless given specific permission by a staff member to do so.  The school is not responsible for any lost or stolen item.  The same rules apply for electronic items such as cell phones.

ENERGY/SUGAR DRINKS

Energy or power drinks high in caffeine and/or sugar for example: (Monster, Red Bull, Arnold Palmer teas) are not allowed at school or school events, including sports team practices and games.

GRADING SYSTEM

Report cards are issued two times a year.  See the school calendar for the end of the 18-week/semester marking periods.  Students are graded “A” through “D” (with + or -).  A grade “E” will be used for marking period failure.  

GRADES- Cherryland Middle School has a standard grading procedure, as well as additional notations that may indicate work in progress or incomplete work. The purpose of a grade is to indicate the extent to which the student has acquired the necessary learning. In general, students are assigned grades based upon test results, homework, projects, and classroom participation. Each teacher may place a different emphasis on these areas in determining a grade and will inform the students at the beginning of the course work. If a student is not sure how his/her grade will be determined, s/he should ask the teacher.

The school uses the following grading system:

93 to 100% = A

90 to 92% = A-

88 to 89% = B+

83 to 87% = B

80 to 82% = B-

78 to 79% = C+

73 to 77% = C

70 to 72% = C-

68 to 69% = D+

63 to 67% = D

60 to 62% = D-

59 to 0% = E

I =Incomplete

Incomplete Grades: An “I” or incomplete appears on the report card if the student has failed to meet the requirements of the class due to prolonged illness or other justifiable reasons. After the work is made up, a regular grade is given. Students who fail to make up an incomplete grade within two (2) weeks of the marking period will be given a failing grade.

HOMEWORK

All classes at CMS will have a Google Classroom to view daily objectives, assignments, and assessments. Families will not be able to access the complete Google Classroom from their personal accounts but will be able to use their students' accounts to access the materials.

LEAVING SCHOOL GROUNDS

No student is to leave the Cherryland Middle School grounds during the school day without permission from the principal’s office.

LOCKERS

Each student is assigned a locker and must follow these rules:

1. Do not change lockers without the permission of the principal.
2. Do not hit, kick or otherwise mistreat any locker.
3. Do not write or mark on any locker.
4. Do not attempt to enter another person’s locker or try to get another student’s combination.
5. Do not use an empty locker or another person’s locker to store your personal items.
6. A fee will be assessed for any damage or misuse.

If a locker does not work properly, it should be reported to the office.  At the end of the school year, you are responsible for cleaning your locker out.  This includes removing all pictures, stickers, writing, and the like.  The school retains ownership of the lockers and inspections may be held at any time.  The principal or other school officials will also check a locker at any time if there is a suspicion of illegal or dangerous content.  This will be done with or without the students' and parents' consent or knowledge.

LOCKS

Students may rent locks from the school if they want a lock.  The cost is $4.00.  If the lock is returned in good condition, $4.00 will be refunded.  A lock may be rented from the office at any time during the year.  Students are not permitted to bring their own locks from home to put on their lockers.

LUNCH CHARGES

All regular breakfast and lunch charges are included at no cost to families for the 2023-24 school year. Students will not be allowed to charge money to accounts for a la carte purchases, students must have funds available to purchase these extra items.  For more information or questions, call Food Service Director, Rob Payne at 264-6077.

LUNCHROOM

When students have finished their lunch, they are required to clean their table area, including items dropped on the floor. Students will wait to be dismissed and then help with any general cleaning or maintenance of lunch tables.  There is a separate lunch hour for each grade level.

MEDICATION

Before any prescribed medication or treatment may be administered to any student during school hours, the school shall require the written prescription from the child’s physician accompanied by the written authorization of the parent.  Both must also authorize any self-medication or treatment.   The School Board shall require the prior written consent of the parent along with a waiver of any liability of the district for the administration of the medication.  Medication must be in its prescribed bottle.

MICHIGAN YOUTH IN GOVERNMENT

MYIG is a real-world experience in the fields of government and public policy-making. CMS students will have the option of applying to participate in the legislature, debate, or political compromise portions of the program for this trip to Lansing, MI, and our State Capitol Building. The trip dates are the Sunday through Tuesday in late November just before Thanksgiving.  The trip will include five meals, 2 MYIG t-shirts, transportation to and from Lansing, MI, lodging at the Causeway Bay Hotel in  Lansing, and CMS teacher advisors/chaperones.   Applications occur in early September.  For more questions contact MYIG coordinator Mr. Joe Macaluso at jmacaluso@erschools.com

MONEY

Students are not to bring large sums of money to school and are advised not to loan money to others.  The school is not responsible if money or other valuable items are lost or stolen.  During gym class, please give valuables to your physical education teacher for safekeeping until class is over.

NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY

Cherryland Middle School (CMS) does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic, in its programs, activities or employment opportunities.

Notice of the CMS policy on nondiscrimination shall be available in the school, published in any CMS statement regarding the availability of educational services, and in student and staff handbooks.

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Students are to use the area east of the school for outdoor activities.  The area in front of the school may be used for socializing but not for games.  Throwing of objects is not permitted.  

Students are not to go beyond the dirt road east of the school.  No unsupervised activities are allowed in the area west of the school and students are not to go in the area between the gym and the hall to the band room.  In addition, students are not to go in or behind the softball diamond dugouts where they can’t be seen from the school.

PASSES

No student may be out of an assigned class without having a pass issued by a staff member.  Students must give the pass to the teacher when they return to class. Students are issued new passes during each semester.

PHYSICAL/HEALTH  EDUCATION

All students are expected to participate in Physical Education activities throughout the year, unless excused by a doctor or some other mandated reason.  Students are required to wear suitable clothing during gym class.  As determined by the teacher.  Failure to be prepared for class or refusal to dress as directed by the teacher will result in removal from the class for that day along with a failing grade for the day.

POWERSCHOOL

PowerSchool is an online student data management system used by Elk Rapids Public Schools.  Aside from major test data (for example: NWEA), all other critical student data is logged in this system.  PowerSchool also provides a parent access component.  In this way, parents can check their child’s grades on a daily basis if desired. Parents are also able to view our daily school announcements via PowerSchool. 

PowerSchool website https://pselkrapids.northwested.org/public/ 

To obtain your personal username and password please contact the CMS office.

RELATIONS WITH PARENTS

The Board of Education believes that the education of children is a responsibility which it shares jointly with parents of the school community and that a strong program of communication and cooperation between home and school is essential to ensure that the best interests of the child are served.

In order to encourage parent-school cooperation the Board directs that the following activities be implemented:

1. Parent-teacher conferences, which permit two (2) way communication between home and school.

2. Open Houses in District schools, which shall provide parents with opportunities to see school facilities, meet faculty members and personally sample programs.  Each District school shall hold an Open House at least once each school year.

3. Meetings of parents and staff members designed to allow free explanation and discussion of matters regarding child-school, child-home or child-school-home relationships.

4. Special events of a cultural, ethnic or topical nature which are of general interest to the schools and/or the community and which involve the cooperative effort of students and parents.  Such programs may be initiated by parent groups.

REPORT CARDS

A copy of your child’s report card will be mailed home to each family after the 1st and 2nd semesters.  

SCHOOL BUSES

CMS students are not permitted to get off or board a school bus at the Elementary School or the High School without the written permission of the Middle School principal, secretary or a Title I paraprofessional.  All students are to follow with respect the rules specified by the transportation department. Violations of bus policies may result in the suspension of bus riding privileges.

SCHOOL VISITORS

Students may bring visitors to school provided approval is received from the principal at least 24 hours prior to the visit.  The visitor must be of middle school age.  

SELLING ITEMS

Students may not sell items in school without the permission of the principal.  This includes personal items as well as group “fundraising” items.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT - ANTI HARASSMENT (Ref. Board Policy 5517)

The Board of Education has adopted specific guidelines for the sexual harassment of students.  A copy of this policy may be obtained in either the Middle School office or the Superintendent’s office.

http://go.boarddocs.com/mi/elk/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=C5RQ5Q66E982 

SKATEBOARDS/ROLLER BLADES/LONGBOARDS/WHEEL BASED SHOES

Students who bring skateboards or rollerblades to school must leave them in the principal’s office during the school day.  They may not be used during school hours. Wheel based shoes will not be allowed.

STUDENT ELIGIBILITY

Athletics/Snowchasers/MYIG

In order to be eligible for participation

• Students must have at least a D grade in all classes.  Grades are checked each Monday.  One-week probation begins immediately.  The Asst. Athletic Director communicates probation and ineligibility to coaches and teachers on Monday.
• Students must not be suspended.  First Suspension:  30 days (calendar) of ineligibility, Second suspension:  60 days (calendar) of ineligibility, Third Suspension:  Student is no longer eligible.

In-School events:  Camp/Assemblies/Field Trips

In order to be eligible for participation

• Students must not be suspended.  First Suspension: 30 days (calendar) of ineligibility, Second Suspension:  60 days (calendar) of ineligibility, Third suspension:  Student is no longer eligible.

CMS Musical:

• Students must not have any failing grades at the end of the 1st-semester to participate in the musical

FUN REWARD DAYS/DANCES

In order to be eligible for participation

• Students must have at least a D grade in all classes.
• Students must not be suspended.  First Suspension:  30 days (calendar) of ineligibility, Second Suspension:  60 days (calendar) of ineligibility, Third Suspension:  Student is no longer eligible.

For further information on Athletic eligibility refer to the CMS Athletics Handbook.

STUDENT LEADERSHIP

Middle school is a time when students are learning how to grow their influence as young future leaders of America.  At CMS, we believe students should be given many opportunities to express themselves in leadership and at the same time have just enough adult supervision to insure maximized success of project missions.  The CMS model of leadership is expressed with the acronym SLAM (Student Leadership Achieves More).  Students in each grade will come together to lead their classmates to accomplish fundraising, school dances, and other motivational activities.

For further information on SLAM please visit the Cherryland Middle School Website.

https://www.erschools.com/schools/cherryland-middle-school/enrichments/student-leaders-achieve-more/

SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS

Guest teachers will be treated with respect and courtesy.  Failure to give them their best behavior and effort will result in immediate discipline, reflection, and contact with the student's family.

USE OF PHONE

Students may use the teacher’s classroom phone with the teacher’s permission; however, if a student becomes ill the student must use the phone in the office.

WEAPONS (Ref. Board Policy 5610)

Students are not permitted to bring weapons of any kind to school or on the school bus.  A copy of this policy may be obtained in either the Middle School office or the Superintendent’s office.

http://go.boarddocs.com/mi/elk/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=BZVN6Z5E33CD 

STUDENTS’ BEHAVIOR IN CLASS 

Students are expected to manage their behavior while in class.  When they do not, it is necessary for them to receive a measure of discipline.

Discipline for minor misconduct is handled by the teacher.  The following are identified as minor misconduct:

1. Disruptive classroom behavior
2. Minor backtalk
3. Disruptive hall/restroom/playground behavior
4. Tardiness to class except 1st hour
5. Pushing or shoving
6. Public displays of overt affection
7. Swearing, other than to an adult
8. Violations of other stated classroom or school regulations

*Repeated minor misconduct will result in discipline handled by the Principal; parents will be notified.

Discipline for major misconduct is usually handled by the principal and may result in the student being placed in detention or suspended from school.  When it is necessary for the principal to severely discipline a student, the student’s parents are notified.

 The following are identified as major misconduct:

1. Use of drugs
2. Use of alcohol
3. Use of tobacco
4. Physical assault on a teacher
5. Fighting
6. Stealing, extortion 
7. Leaving school grounds without permission
8. Abusive language to staff/or students
9. Major insubordination
10. Destruction of school property
11. Violation of state and local ordinances
12. Continued minor misconduct, and three classroom removals may result in a parent conference          
13. Weapons
14. Threats
15. Possession of tobacco products (i.e. rolling papers, lighters)

BEHAVIOR REFLECTION PROCESS

Behavior is most often a form of communication of students' needs. Our goal is to ensure classrooms are places of learning, collaboration, and clear expectations.

1. Reflection sheets will be given at the discretion of the teachers for classroom behaviors that disrupt learning including, but not limited to:

• Continuous Verbal Disruptions
• Inappropriate Language
• Disrespect Toward the Teacher, Guest Teacher, or Peers
• Defiance and insubordination
• Horseplay
• Throwing Items
• Disrupting learning
• Misuse of school equipment

2. When a student receives a reflection sheet they will be to a neighboring classroom, where they fill out the reflection sheet.

3. The teachers will fill out a "teacher note" section where they explain the circumstances surrounding the reflection sheet.

4. Each reflection sheet would be scanned or taken a picture of and the reflection sheet would be emailed home by the teachers for a parent's signature or email acknowledgment the next morning to the teacher who gave the reflection sheet.

5. The teacher will complete a Google spreadsheet indicating what happened and send an email home to parents, letting them know that they can expect a reflection sheet coming home that they need to sign and return to school.

6. When students don’t complete the reflection sheet a follow-up from the principal will occur.

Reflection Consequences:

1. Reflections Reset at the semester break

2. Consequences based on amount of reflections received:

• 3 reflections - Parent Meeting
• 5 reflections - Parent Meeting and 1/2 day ISS,
• 7 reflections - Parent Meeting and Full Day ISS

Cherryland Middle School Aggression-Consequence Rubric

Revised 6/21/2022

Code of Conduct

PUBLIC DISPLAYS OF AFFECTION (PDA) – Displays of care or affection are not to occur at school between students.  Examples of PDA include; hand holding, kissing, groping, prolonged hugging, and arms around each other.  PDA incidences will be dealt with following our Code of Conduct guidelines.

1.  SCHOOL WIDE RULES

While not in class, the following rules are in effect in the various areas of the school.

Everywhere

1. Follow directions the first time given.
2. Don’t do these things:

1. litter
2. hit, push or fight
3. call names, tease or use bad language or signs
4. use or have tobacco, tobacco products (i.e.; rolling papers, lighter) alcohol or any illegal drug
5. damage the school’s or another person’s possessions
6. take things that belong to others – without permission

Hall Rules

1. Walk on the right side of the hall
2. Walk at a normal pace
3. Speak in a normal voice and don’t make unnecessary noise
4. Don’t slam your locker door or try to get in another person’s locker

 Multi-purpose Room/Lunch Line Rules

1. Speak in a normal voice
2. Clean up around where you sit and dispose of your garbage
3. Move at a normal pace
4. Don’t take cuts in line
5. Don’t throw food or other things

Restrooms/Locker Rooms

1. Respect other’s privacy
2. Talk in a normal voice
3. Keep the area clean
4. Pick up all your belongings and don’t leave valuables in the locker room
5. No horseplay and don’t fool around with any of the equipment
6. Don’t hang around without a reason

Play Areas

(Gym, bleachers, outdoors)

1. Use equipment the right way and put it away when finished with it
2. Outdoors, stay in the designated play area
3. Refrain from horse play or anything that could hurt someone
4. Don’t leave the school grounds without permission

Office

1. Come to the counter
2. Wait your turn and respect the work of the adults
3. Speak in a normal voice and use common courtesies
4. Come in by yourself
5. Refrain from any behavior that will disrupt office work

2.  SUSPENSIONS

Factors to be Considered Before Suspending or Expelling a Student

1. the student's age
   
2. the student's disciplinary history
   
3. whether the student has a disability
   
4. the seriousness of the violation or behavior
   
5. whether the violation or behavior committed by the student threatened the safety of any student or staff member
   
6. whether restorative practices will be used to address the violation or behavior
   
7. whether a lesser intervention would properly address the violation or behavior

The Board will exercise discretion over whether or not to issue long term suspensions or expel a student. In exercising that discretion for a suspension of more than ten (10) days or expulsion, there is a rebuttable presumption that a suspension or expulsion is not justified unless the Board can demonstrate that it considered each of the factors listed above.  For a suspension of ten (10) days or fewer, there is no rebuttable presumption, but the Superintendent will still consider these factors in making the determination.

Restorative Practices

The Board and/or Superintendent shall consider using restorative practices as an alternative to or in addition to suspension or expulsion.  If the District determines that it will utilize restorative practices in addition to or as an alternative to suspension or expulsion of a student, it will engage in restorative practices which emphasize repairing the harm to the victim and school community caused by the student's misconduct.

Restorative practices should be the first consideration to remediate offenses such as interpersonal conflicts, bullying, verbal and physical conflicts, theft, damage to property, class disruption and harassment, and cyberbullying.

If the Board and/or Superintendent decides to utilize restorative practices as an alternative to or in addition to suspension or expulsion, the restorative practices may include victim-offender conferences that:

1. are initiated by the victim;
   
2. are approved by the victim's parent or legal guardian or, if the victim is at least fifteen (15), by the victim;
   
3. are attended voluntarily by the victim, a victim advocate, the offender, members of the school community, and supporters of the victim and the offender (the "restorative practices team");
   
4. would provide an opportunity for the offender to accept responsibility for the harm caused to those affected, and to participate in setting consequences to repair the harm, such as requiring the student to apologize; participate in community service, restoration of emotional or material losses, or counseling; pay restitution; or any combination of these.
   
   The selected consequences and time limits for their completion will be incorporated into an agreement to be signed by all participants.

 STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Students are expected to accept many responsibilities as part of their obligation to the school.  Some of the important student responsibilities are:

1. To know and obey all school rules
2. To report major violations of school rules
3. To discourage others from violating school rules
4. To treat all persons courteously
5. To respect the property of others
6. To pick up litter
7. To care properly for money and other valuables
8. To make up work missed while absent
9. To not disturb classes in session

WELLNESS

As required by law, the Board of Education establishes the following wellness policy for the District.

The Board recognizes that good nutrition and regular physical activity affect the health and well-being of the District's students. Furthermore, research concludes that there is a positive correlation between a student's health and well-being and his/her ability to learn. Moreover, schools can play an important role in the developmental process by which students establish their health and nutrition habits by providing nutritious meals and snacks through the schools' meal programs, by supporting the development of good eating habits, and by promoting increased physical activity both in and out of school.

The Board, however, believes this effort to support the students' development of healthy behaviors and habits with regard to eating and exercise cannot be accomplished by the schools alone. It will be necessary for not only the staff, but also parents and the public at large to be involved in a community-wide effort to promote, support, and model such healthy behaviors and habits.

The Board sets the following goals in an effort to enable students to establish good health and nutrition habits:

Furthermore, with the objectives of enhancing student health and well-being, and reducing childhood obesity, the following guidelines are established:

The Superintendent shall develop administrative guidelines necessary to implement this policy, including, but not limited to, the manner in which the implementation of this policy shall be regularly evaluated by the principal of each school. The Board designates the Superintendent as the individual(s) charged with operational responsibility for verifying that the District meets the goals established in this policy.

The Superintendent shall report on the District's compliance with this policy and the progress toward achieving the goals set forth herein when requested to do so by the Board.

Review of this policy shall occur every three (3) years, by a committee appointed by the Board, consisting of a representative(s) of the Board, the administration, the food service provider, the parents, the students, and the public. The committee shall provide the Board with any recommended changes to this policy.

42 U.S.C. 1751, Sec. 204
42 U.S.C. 1771                                                                            Adopted 12/7/06