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2023-2024STAFF AND FACULTYHANDBOOKIRMA RANGEL YOUNG WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL

Table of ContentTeacher and Staff Handbook Information 2023-2024DISD Vision & Mission/Rangel Vision & MissionDistrict CalendarSchool Song/CreedNew Faculty and Staff MembersTeacher Primary EvaluatorsTEI Evaluation CalendarAdministrative TeamBell Schedule & Building HoursLeadership Duties and ResponsibilitiesCommitteesResponsibilities for StaffPolicies & ProceduresBreakfast ProceduresDisciplineTardy Procedures/Truancy PlanWho to Contact for AssistanceMeeting DatesAnnouncement FormCustodial Service RequestTeacher Discipline Referral234-5678-10111214-15 16-171819-32333335-363738394041District VisionDistrict MissionEducating all students for successDallas ISD seeks to be a premier urban school district

Rangel VisionRangel MissionRangel Core Pillars Academic ExcellenceServant Leadership Health & WellnessDistrict Student Achievement Goals1. StudentOutcomeGoal1-StudentachievementonstateassessmentsinallsubjectsinDomain1willincrease from 46 to 58 by June 2025.2. Student Outcome Goal 2 - Student achievement on the third-grade state assessment in reading at theMeets performance level or above shall increase from 40.2% to 56.0% by June 2025.3. StudentOutcomeGoal3-Studentachievementonthethird-gradestateassessmentinmathematicsat the Meets performance level or above shall increase from 42.3% to 56.0% by June 2025.4. Student Outcome Goal 4 - Middle-grade (grades 6-8) student achievement on state assessments inall subjects in Domain 1 will increase from 40 to 50 by June 2025.5. Student Outcome Goal 5 - The percent of graduates who are college, career, or military ready(CCMR) from Domain 1 will increase from 42.0% to 67.0% by June 2025.To ensure that students graduate from college, we will prepare young women to succeed in allfields, particularly: math, science. technology, leadership, and wellnessIrma Rangel exists to nurture young women in leadership roles in a global society, through acommunity dedicated to rigorous educational and cultural experiences.Goal 1. Student achievement on TEKS-aligned District assessments in reading and math using theprojected Domain 1 calculation will increase from 35% to 52% by middle of year 2024-25.Goal 2. African-American student achievement on TEKS-aligned assessments in reading and mathusing the projected Domain 1 calculation will increase from 26% to 50% by middle of year 2024-25.Goal 3. Student achievement on TEKS-aligned assessments in reading and math at the projectedMeets performance level or above will increase to 100% by middle of year 2024-25.Goal 4. Student achievement on TEKS aligned assessments in reading and math (grades 6-8) at theprojected Meets performance level or above will increase to 100% by middle of year 2024-25Goal 5. Ensure 100% of our students are signed-up for and involved in at least one club,extracurricular or co-curricular activity each semester.

Rangel CreedI believe in the beauty of my dreams. I believe hard work and resilience are the pathways to success.I believe in the pursuit of excellence. I believe I am my sister’s keeper.I believe I am a leader and I can make a difference in my community and the world.I believe in living a healthy and safe lifestyle.I believe in myself.

IrmaLermaRangelYoungWomen’sLeadershipSchool2023-2024NewFacultyandStaffMembers**** We would also like to welcome Ms. Robison, our new 1 on 1 TA who will be assisting in the 6th grade classrooms.****We are pleased to welcome the newest additionsto our RANGEL faculty!

AppraisalAssignments2023-2024Rojas Djamat-DuboisDjamat-Dubois, TaraGreene, PipeirFehrenbacher,AnneMarieMendez, CynthiaRodriguez, Alba Calderon, Perla Magana, JanetGalvan, StephanieHamiltonPerezLewisHilesMalcolmStriplingGamboaSmithAronhaltDoChappuisStebletonBaptisteWoodsStroudAPInstructional Coordinator Testing CoordinatorOffice ManagerFinancial ClerkHigh SchoolCounselor TATAELARELARELARELARELARELARSSSSSSSSSSPERFORMING ARTPERFORMING ARTPERFORMING ARTCTERobinson, CarmenRuiz, Christine George, JordanO'Connor, DianaZamudio, Leslie Galvan, Stephanie Owen, ChristopherWrightEdwardsPinillaNguyenHuShenDr. Torralba MarcellClarkSchickEstephany Luna LindsayAstonLunaMartinezLoyaSongPrelowTatumRegistrarNurseMiddle SchoolCounselorLibrarianTA 1on1TATASPEDDebate/Mock TrialMATHMATHMATHMATHMATHSCIENCESCIENCESCIENCESCIENCESCIENCEVISUAL ARTVISUAL ARTCTELOTELOTELOTEPEPERobison, D.

Staff Evaluation Timelines:3RPEIAPEISCEISystemTEILPDASTypeSpot ObservationExtendedSummativeGoal Planning Conference Mid-Year Review & Conference End of Year Review & Conference Goal Planning Conference Mid-Year Review & Conference End of Year Review & Conference Goal Planning Conference Mid-Year Review & Conference End of Year Review & Conference Goal Planning Conference Mid-Year Review & Conference End of Year Review & Conference Checkpoint 1Checkpoint 2Checkpoint 3Checkpoint 4FrequencyQuarterlyAnnuallyAnnuallyAnnuallyAnnuallyAnnuallyAnnuallyAnnuallyAnnuallyAnnuallyAnnuallyAnnuallyAnnuallyAnnuallyAnnuallyAnnuallyAnnuallyAnnuallyAnnuallyTotalMin. of 4 111111111111111111

2023-2024 TEI EVALUATION CALENDAR

2023-2024 DTR DATES AND DEADLINESRound 1: For Teachers with 2022-2023 TEI Data (Scorecard)Round 2: For Teachers without 2022-2023 TEI Data or new teachers to Dallas ISDMid September – 2022-2023 TEI Scorecards are releasedThursday, September 28 – DTR Application Opens for Round 1 Thursday, October 26 —DTR Application Closes for Round 1 at noonThursday, November 2 —DTR Opt-In Task Opens for Round 2Friday, November 17 —DTR Opt-In Task Closes for Round 2Thursday, February 1 —DTR Application Opens for Round 2Thursday, February 29 —DTR Applications Closes for Round 2 at noon2023-2024 DTR WorkshopsDTR Ambassador WorkshopsRegister HereParticipants will work through this DTR Application Toolkit and begin a draft of one experience for their DTR Application. This course isintended for returning applicants or teachers with an understanding of the DTR Process who are ready to begin the writing process.The DTR Application Informational Workshop provides an in-depth review of the 2023-2024 DTR Rubric and provides teachers with anopportunity to begin a draft of their DTR Application.TEI hosts several workshops throughout the year to support the DTR Process. Find the Workshop that's right for you and Register Here.Using the DTR Rubric as a Growth Tool walks teachers through the reflective process and using the DTR Rubric to identify areas of growth and to use the problem solving cycle to develop experiences for the DTR process that will also enhance individual goals. Teachers will begin the process of building a professional portfolio and determine next steps for significant outcomes.Maximizing Your Student Growth is a new training developed in conjunction with the Dallas ISD Data Team that answers two questions: what does "significant" mean on the DTR Rubric and how can teachers use the DTR Rubric to plan for collecting evidence. The session will discuss valid and reliable measurements to use in determining whether outcomes are significant and how to use the problem-solving cycle to create an action plan for collecting and analyzing appropriate data that can accurately measure outcomes for significance.DTR Application Writing Workshop with Ambassadors focuses on an in-depth understanding of the DTR domains using the 2023-2024 Rubric. Participants will collaborate with peers, brainstorm experiences and begin a draft of the application. These sessions have limited numbers of participants, so that DTR Ambassadors can tailor the training to the specific needs or participants. Note: Sessions may be in-person or online. Check each session for specific details.DTR Application Writing Workshop with Ambassadors focuses on an in-depth understanding of the DTR domains using the 2023-2024 Rubric. Participants will collaborate with peers, brainstorm experiences and begin a draft of the application. These sessions have limited numbers of participants, so that DTR Ambassadors can tailor the training to the specific needs or participants. Note: Sessions may be in-person or online. Check each session for specific details.Maximizing Your Student GrowthThe DTR Application Writing WorkshopUsing the DTR Rubric as a Growth ToolThe DTR Application Informational WorkshopDTR Application Writing Workshop with Ambassadors

Irma Lerma Rangel Young Women’s Leadership SchoolCounselors:Administrative TeamAdministrative SupportExecutive Director of Irma Rangel1718 Robert B. Cullum Blvd. Box # 398/Organization # 035www.dallasisd.org/rangelDr. Nancy BernardinoPerlaCalderon Grades9-12Email: Pcalderon@dallasisd.org JordanGeorge Grades6-8Email: jogeorge@dallasisd.orgCynthia Mendez, Office ManagerEmail: cymendez@dallasisd.org Alba Rodriquez, Financial ClerkEmail: albarodriguez@dallasisd.org Carmen Robinson, RegistrarEmail: carobinson@dallasisd.orgYvonne Rojas, PrincipalEmail: yrojas@dallasisd.orgCell: 214-680-1572 Tara Djamat-Dubois, Assistant PrincipalEmail: tarbrown@dallasisd.orgCell: 832-693-4668 Pipeir Greene, Instructional CampusCoordinator Email: pgreene@dallasisd.orgOffice: 972-749-5252Office: 972-749-5218Office: 972-749-5221Office: 972-749-5212Office: 972-749-5217Office: 972-749-5202Office: 972-749-5216Office: 972-749-5208

A/B PeriodsTimePeriod 1/59:10 a.m. - 10:40 a.m.Period 2/610:45 a.m. - 12:48 p.m.A Lunch10:42 a.m. - 11:12 a.m.B Lunch11:14 a.m. - 11:44 p.m.C Lunch11:46 p.m. -–12:16 p.m.D Lunch12:18 p.m. - 12:48 p.m.Period 3/712:53 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.2 hrs and 2min (SEL andannouncements)Period 4/83:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.Limitless HorizonsAIM HIGH, DREAM BOLDLY, AND PURSUE ASPIRATIONS FREELYRangel Bell Schedule2023 - 2024

OFFICE HOURSBUILDING HOURSTEACHERS’ HOURSCOUNSELORS’ HOURS7:00 am to 9:00 pm8:15 am to 4:45 pm8:45 am to 4:45 pm8:45 am to 4:35 pm

Rangel YWLSLeadership Duties & ResponsibilitiesRojas Principal Ext. 5212Djamat-DuboisDean of Instruction (AP) Ext. 5217GreeneAcademic Coordinator Ext. 5252Academic Course Sequencing Academic DepartmentsAdmin. AssignmentsAdvisory BoardBudget – Position and Non-PositionCalendarCommunity InvolvementCounselorsEOC Success/Accountability GraduationLeadership Team Evaluations PersonnelPTSAPublic RelationsRecruitment EventsSBDMSchool Opening/ClosingSchool OrganizationSPOT Observations*Staff DevelopmentStrategic PlanTEITEI AssignmentsWork Orders/FacilitiesAttendanceAttendance CommitteeAP ProgramArts Coordination/Calendar Baccalaureate (contact w/ PTSA) Campus Improvement Plan CalendarCompliance VideosCommunity Involvement CounselorsDisciplineDISD Police LiaisonDuty RosterEOC Success/Accountability ESL/LPACExtra-curricular activitiesHonor Roll RecognitionPTSAPublic RelationsRecruitment EventsReport CardsSafety/SecuritySBDMSpecial EducationSPOT Observations*STAAR Training and Coordination Staff DevelopmentStudent HandbookTeacher Committees/EventsTEITruancyAP ProgramBell SchedulesCalendarClass LevelingEOC Success/AccountabilityField ExperienceMagnet ApplicationsMaster ScheduleNew TeachersPTSARecruitment EventsRoom AssignmentsStaff DevelopmentSTAAR Training and Coordination

Media Specialist/LibrarianDiana O’Connor, Phone: 972-749-5215 Room: LibraryOffice ManagerCynthia Mendez, Phone: 972-749-5202 cmendez@dallasisd.org,Room:Main OfficeFinancial ClerkAlba Rodriquez, Phone: 972-749-1216 Room: Main OfficeAttendance/ RegistrarCarmen Robinson, Phone: 972-749-5217 carobinson@dallasisd.org MainOffice1. Maintainlibraryandlibrarydatabases 2.Assiststudentswithcheckingoutbooks and other resources3. Gathermaterialsandresourcesforstaff to support curriculum4. Checkoutequipmentandmaterials5. Maintainanotclearlistforstudentswho have lost books6. Instructional and resource support forclassrooms1. Assistsstudents,parents,andteachers as needed1. Receivescalls,takesmessages,andschedules appointments2. Budget,accounting,fixedassets,requisitions, purchase orders, workorders3. Payrollandteacher/staffattendance,absences, and substitutes4. Payrollreporting5. Managesofficepersonnel6. Administrativereports7. Sign-inforConsultants8. Otherdutiesasassignedbyprincipal1. Assistswithpayrollandbudget2. Magnetschoolapplicationsanddatabase3. GraduationClerk4. Maintainsofficialschoolrecords5. Assistswithparking6. FieldTrips7. HVACrequests8. Preparesmonthlysalestaxreports9. Collectsdonations10.Activity Fund Management – Board of Control11. Calendars for administrators12. Detention assistance13.Completes reports as required14.Other duties as assigned by administrator1. Maintains accurate attendance records withinestablished district guidelines2. Communicates with parents regarding attendanceissues3. Assistsstudents,parents,teachersandadministratorsas needed4. Receivesincomingcallsandtakesmessages5. Maintainsstudentsign-inandsign-outrecords6. Maintainscampustardyrecords7. Maintainstruancyrecordsforstudents8. Maintainsstudentrecords,assistswithtranscriptsandcumulative files9. Verifiesstudentrecordsandrequestsrecordsasneeded10. Enrolls new students, Facilitates student withdrawals 11. Answers phones and provides general information12. Administers TEA/VOE forms13. Maintains confidential school records14. Other duties as assigned by principal

Committees and Responsibilities for StaffLPACMTSS/SSICommitteePTA Reps SBDM RepsSafety CommitteeHS Attendance CommitteeSafety CommitteeMS Attendance CommitteeDiscipline CommitteeHS National Honor SocietyMS National Junior HonorSocietyBoard of ControlCampus Spirit/SunshineCommitteeClub DayDEIJBaptisteCrossingOverCeremony Lewis Installation for New Students Chappuis TechnologyCommittee Stroud MSStudentCouncil Marcell HSStudentCouncil Martínez TraditionsWeek Lindsay Magnet RecruitmentC. MendezMS-Calderon/GeorgeRachelWoodsTatum Marcell AronhaltEdwardsOConnorDjamat-Dubois Dr.TorralbaPerez AronhaltJ. MaganaDr.TorralbaStroudCommitteeLead Member1Brown/Robinson 6th-StriplingBrown/Robinson 9th-SchickTatum AronhaltMSMS-10th OwenOwenMarcellWoodsEdwardsFehrenbacher HamiltonAronhalt StebletonSmithMember 27th-MarcellO'ConnorHS-OConnor8th- HilesMember 311th-PerezStebletonLuna ReederHS-Tatum HSAcademicIntegrity-OConnorLindsayMember 4AstonpinillaNurseRuiz NguyenMember 5Nurse Ruiz12th-Tatum StroudAston NurseRuizOfficerJacksonFehrenbacherMalcolm

Breast Cancer AwarenessMonth - Pink Out RangelCareer DayVisitor ForumSTUDENT CampusSpirit/Sunshine CommitteeMS School AwardsHS School AwardsSportsGuidance AdvisoryCommitteeStudent MentorshipTEIHispanic Heritage MonthBlack History MonthAAPI History Month8th Grade RetentionOPEN HOUSEDiscover DallasNew Student OrientationSummer CampsMagnet Assessments20th Year Celebrations(Monthly)School DancesSENIOR ACTIVITIESPROMSenior BanquetSenior PicnicGraduationSenior BreakfastSenior Signing DayHamiltonMartinez Martinez Martinez Tatum Martinez GonzalesDr.TorralbaTatumDoSmithTatumLindsayGamboaDjamat-Dubois OConnorMalcolm LoyaMalcolmCalderon/Geor Dr.Torralba-geMSDr. TorralbaReeder HilesMartinezTatum StriplingFehrenbacherDoHSLoyaOwenWrightGamboaMartinezEdwardspinillaNguyenGonzalesHuNurse Ruiz

AP CoordinatorTesting CoordinatorBoard of Control (BOC)Dyslexia/504 CoordinatorLockers/Parking CoordinatorCampus Instructional Leadership Team (CILT)Tara Djamat-DuboisAnneMarie FehrenbacherAnneMarie FehrenbacherAnneMarie FehrenbacherAnneMarie FehrenbacherGT CoordinatorThu NguyenEmily Schick Kenneth Aronhalt Emeralda MartinezBrady StebletonCynthia Mendez plus CommitteeChair, Language and LiteratureDepartment Chair, Math DepartmentChair, Science DepartmentChair, Social Studies DepartmentChair, LOTEChair, ElectivesIndividuals serve on the “BOC Committee” with the principal. The BOC Committee will be responsible for reviewing andapproving all activity fund transactions including fund raisers, check requests, expenditures, P1-Cs, etc.

Policies &Procedures2023-2024Early Leave/Late ArrivalIt is very important to have continuity and reliability for the sake of our students. Notify the main office in thecase of an emergency if you are going to be late. Make arrangements with someone on your team or in yourhallway in the case of an emergency so that students are not left unattended. It is very difficult to securesubstitutes for half-days; please do your best to set doctor’s or dentist’s appointments to avoid missinginstructional time. A leave early or arrive late form must be submitted to your administrator 48 hours inadvance and be approved. This form is in the front office. Please refrain from filling out the form and putting itin admin boxes on the day of, that will not be approved.Absences Other Than IllnessPersonal Business days may be taken at any time during the school year except during the following:● Twodaysbeforeortwodaysafterofficialholidaysdesignatedbythedistrict(Thanksgiving, winter break, spring break, Memorial or Labor Days)● TwodaysbeforeoraftertheendofthefallsemesterandtwodaysbeforetheendofthespringAbsences – EmployeesSubstitute SystemIn case of an absence it is the employee's responsibility to secure a substitute. Employee mustlog on to the Aesop system at http://www.aesoponline.com or call (800) 942-3767 to reportyour absence 24 hours in advance. Unless changed by you, your Aesop ID# is your district IDnumber and your PIN is your 5-digit zip code. In the case of an emergency call Ms.Djamat-Dubois or Ms. Rojas. In addition to submitting the absence on Aesop, when an employee is absent any day Mondaythrough Thursday, it is important to notify the office staff by 2:00 p.m. whether or not thatemployee will be returning the next work day. If the employee is absent on Friday andknows he/she will be absent on Monday, the office staff must be notified by 2:00 p.m. thatFriday.If an employee is absent for more than five consecutive days, the absences must bedocumented by a physician or other medical personnel. Please submit documentation tothe office manager upon return to work. If an employee is absent for more than five daysthey need to apply for a leave of absence.Professional DevelopmentAbsences for professional development must be approved by the principal 48 hours prior to thePD day. Appropriate documentation of attendance must be submitted upon return and theabsence will be changed to “approved” in the Aesop system.

AnnouncementsExcept in cases of emergency, announcements will be made daily. Any staff member wishing to submit anannouncement must submit on the google form the day or submit a paper copy the day before you want theannouncement made. Google Announcement form can be found in the back of this handbook.Biometric ClockAll teachers and staff will clock-in daily using the biometric clock. It is an employee’s responsibility to makesure he/she clock-in daily. Anyone failing to do so may lose personal time. Any approved supplemental paymust be registered through the biometric clock and must receive prior approval from the principal andsubmitted through Oracle.Board of ControlThis committee monitors the monies deposited and spent out of the school activity account. Board of Control(BOC) will meet bi-weekly with the office manager to review fund raisers, check requests, andreimbursements. Meetings will be held according to the schedule given out during BOY training. A copy isposted in the main office.Jury DutyA bailiff’s letter is required for all jury duty and must be maintained at the campus as a proof document of thepayroll being submitted online. If an employee is on stand-by jury duty, the employee must report to work andfollow the calling instructions for stand-by jurors. If an employee is subpoenaed to court, a copy of thesubpoena must be maintained at the campus as a proof document of the payroll being submitted. The dateand specifics must be recorded for all approved absences.Accidents – EmployeesTeachers and staff members must report all accidents that occur on campus to the office managerimmediately. The office manager will prepare a report for documentation. This documentation is required inthe event it becomes necessary to file for Worker’s Compensation. District policy mandates the report to befiled within 24 hours of the accident and submitted to the office manager.Activity FundAll teachers working with activity funding must take a sponsor's training class each school year. Student funds(field trips/fundraisers) must be deposited daily to the office manager. Check requests and fundraisers must besubmitted in writing three weeks in advance or by the deadline given in training.semester.Absences on those days can be taken ONLY with the principal’s written approval.Failure to obtain approval is a violation of district policy.If you are going to be absent more than five consecutive days, you need to discuss this with Ms.Rojas or apply for FMLA

Building SecurityThe District Security office will only be contacted by a building administrator for emergency situations. 911calls are to be made by administrators. The principal or assistant principals will make the initial call.The following safety procedures will be enforced during the day:1. Allvisitorsmustsigninandobtainavisitor'spassfromthemainoffice. Reportanypersonwithoutproper identification to the main office by calling 972-749-5200.2. NOstudentistobereleasedtoavisitorwithoutproperauthorizationfromtheoffice.3. Neverpermitanadulttotakeastudentfromyourroomunlessthestudent’sparentorguardianhas a Principal's Permit to Leave School.4. Do not allow a stranger to talk to any student in your room unless accompanied by anadministrator.5. Avoid having parent conferences while students are in your classroom. If a parent appears without anappointment, please call the front office.6. Students should not be in your class unless they are on your class roster or they have a pass fromyou.7. DO NOT leave doors propped open for any reason.Make sure your room is locked when you are not in your room. Do not leave valuables in yourclassroom.Do not leave cell phones, purses or money in your classroom or in sight even if you are in theclassroom.Bulletin BoardsRoom bulletin boards are very important teaching devices and should be planned with care. An attractivebulletin board display is an indication of the type of teaching program being conducted. Teacher-made bulletinboards that consist of current student work samples, artwork, and special projects are the most desirable.They should be updated on a regular basis - monthly.Change of AddressTeachers and staff members who change their address, telephone number, or name, must change theirpersonal information through Oracle Self Service. Also, please make sure to update your information with theoffice in case of an emergency.

It is expected that those having information about such allegations will report it according to the law as well asDistrict policy and procedure with a spirit of professional respect for the accused individual so that undueharm to that person’s reputation will not occur.Child Abuse by District Employees:Occasionally, there are complaints from families or interested parties alleging that school personnel haveoverly disciplined or abused a student. The Dallas Police Department (DPD) is legally responsible forinvestigating all referrals of abuse or neglect involving District employees and will do so with the cooperationof the school administration.The following procedure shall be followed:1. After the school receives a complaint against a District employee, the person receiving the reportwill immediately call the DPD at 214-932-5627, as required by state law (Family Code 34.01). Afollow-up written report must be made within 48 hours. (The police department, after notifyingthe accused person, will call the Governmental/Internal Relations Department specialist to reportthe allegation. At that time the person’s supervisor and appropriate administrators will beChild Abuse Reporting Criteria:1. Failuretoreportidentifiedorsuspectedchildabusebyapersonwithsuchknowledgeispunishableby law as a misdemeanor offense under penal codes amended by the House Bill 1414.63rdlegislature.2. AllcasesofidentifiedorsuspectedchildabusemustbereportedtotheChildWelfareDepartment.3. Personswhoreportingoodfaithanysuspectedchildabusecasesareprovidedimmunityfromcivilor criminal liability under Vernon’s Civil Statutes, Article 695C-2.4. Within the local building, the person who identifies or suspects a child abuse case must: Notify theprincipal, telephone the Child Welfare Department and complete the Child Abuse reporting form(make 3 copies).Child Abuse ReportIn accordance with the District policy and State law, it is the responsibility of every teacher and schoolemployee to report any suspected cases of child abuse and/or neglect within 48 hours. If you report suspectabuse or neglect to an administrator or counselor, you still must follow up with a report to CPS. Thisresponsibility and the procedure for reporting child abuse is described below according to policy #4501.2 ofthe Administrative Policies and Procedures for the Dallas Independent School District.

ClinicEach teacher is to complete a hall pass before permitting a student to go to the clinic. The nurse or assignedstaff member will attend to the student’s needs. Prescribed oral medication will be administered only by anurse. Ifastudentisunderthecareofaphysicianandmedicationhastobeadministeredduringschoolhours,this medication must be brought to the clinic when the student arrives at school.All injuries that occur on campus must be reported immediately to the clinic or an administrator and reportedto DISD C.P.S (according to Board Policy).informed).2. Innocasewillthepersonallegedtohavecommittedtheabusebeinitiallycontactedbyanyoneother than the police.3. If the local law enforcement has not responded within fifteen minutes of school closing, theprincipal, Governmental/Internal Relations, or designated persons will call the police department toget further directions. Assistance may be secured through the Governmental/Internal RelationsDepartment, District Superintendent's office or Office of the Deputy Superintendent.4. The principal of the school and/or a representative of Governmental/Internal Relations shallcoordinate with local law enforcement personnel to conduct the interview of the person alleged tohave abused the student/students so that there is the least disruption possible to theschool/classroom.5. TheInvestigatingofficerwillpresenthis/herofficialidentification.6. Noperson,otherthanlocallawenforcementpersonnel,shallinterviewthepersonallegedtohaveabused the child or the alleged victim, other children or staff. Any conversation regarding anythingpertaining to the alleged abuse is prohibited.7. Anyexistingsecuredrecordsordocumentationneededfortheinvestigationregardingstudentorstaff will be provided by the administration in a timely manner.8. LocallawenforcementwillnotifyGovernmental/InternalRelationsrepresentativesofthefindingsand the plan of action including interviews, arrests, filing of charges, unfounded or unsubstantiatedcases, etc.9. Governmental/InternalRelationsDepartmentwillreportvalidfindingsimmediatelytotheGeneralSuperintendent and the Texas Education Agency Special Enforcement Unit.10.All cases of alleged abuse and neglect by an employee shall be documented by theGovernmental/Internal Relations Department and placed in a secure, separate file.11. If for some reason the police department refuses to investigate an allegation, Child ProtectiveServices will be called.

The school clinic is staffed with a registered nurse. The four main priorities as mandated by State Law are:1. spinalscreeningforscoliosis2. healthappraisals(includingvisionscreening)3. hearingtests4. trackingandkeepingallimmunizationscurrentAll schools must be at least 98% in compliance with Texas laws.The nurse must report certain contagious illnesses and any form of child abuse to the proper authorities. The school nurse will see students with emergency health problems, injuries, seizures,fever, vomiting, diarrhea, and severe headaches. Staff members’ responsibilities are to:1. Reportillnessesandinjuriesofstudents(absent/present)tothenurse.1. Report suspected drug abuse, vision and hearing problems, or other problems affecting healthstatus.2. Ifastudentisinpossessionofprescriptionoroverthecountermedications,sendthestudenttothe nurse so that she can store them appropriately until the parent comes up to attend to thematter.Collaborative PlanningTeachers will meet with their departments/advisory teams accordingly. It is the expectation that all teachersattend with the purpose to plan, disseminate information, and engage in professional development activities.An agenda and sign-in sheet must be maintained by each department/advisory for every meeting andsubmitted to the administrative team.Criminal Records PolicyBoard policies DC (local) and DH (local) each require employees to report in writing to the GeneralSuperintendent when they are charged with, convicted of, granted deferred adjudication or if they haveentered a plea of “nolo contendere” to any felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude.Custodial RequestsProfessional relationships between teachers and custodians make the work environment more pleasant.Please cooperate with our custodians at all times to help them keep the building neat, clean, and presentable.Please make sure that classrooms are neat and clean at the end of each period. If you have any custodialconcerns, please fill out the proper form and give it to Ms. Ochoa. Report concerns regarding the schoolenvironment to school admin.DisciplineEvery member of the faculty has a responsibility to help maintain order during the school day. The teachers'responsibilities are to administer and manage the classroom activities so that effective instructionalinvolvement of each pupil is encouraged. Please help out by monitoring the hallways during the passingperiod.Dress Expectations – Employees

Enrollment & Withdrawal ProceduresWhen a new student is enrolling in your class, it will take approximately 24 hours for the student to show up inthe PowerSchool System. If a student is withdrawing, write the student’s assigned grades up to the date ofwithdrawal on the withdrawal form and sign your name. Once the student has been completely withdrawn,the student’s name will be removed by the attendance office from the Powerschool platform.Faculty MeetingsFaculty meetings are mandatory and will be followed according to the Professional Development Calendarand/or the directive of the principal. Non-attendance must be cleared through the principal prior to themeeting.Fire DrillsSchool personnel are expected to dress in a manner that projects a professional image for the employees,school and district. Please adhere to the district-wide dress code policy. Educational MediaEducational television should be used for the sole purpose of enhancing instructional objectives, likewise,videos are for instructional purposes only. Please also be sure to monitor students in the classroom for moviesand videos.E-mailAdministration will send out emails to faculty staff as needed. It is your responsibility to open and read allemail messages from the district and administration daily. District email should not be used for personalbusiness. Emails should not be used as a forum for personal grievances between employees. Email on thedistrict server is public, not a private domain.Employee Standards of ConductThe Texas educator shall comply with standard practices and ethical conduct toward students, professionalcolleagues, school officials, parents, and members of the community and shall safeguard academic freedom.The Texas educator, in maintaining the dignity of the profession, shall respect and obey the law, demonstratepersonal integrity, and exemplify honesty. The Texas educator, in exemplifying ethical relations withcolleagues,shall extend just and equitable treatment to all members of the profession. The Texas educator, in accepting aposition of public trust, shall measure success by the progress of each student toward realization of his or herpotential as an effective citizen. The Texas educator, in fulfilling responsibilities in the community, shallcooperate with parents and others to improve the public schools of the community.Professional Ethical Conduct, Practices and Performance Standards, Ethical conduct toward ProfessionalColleagues Standards, and Ethical Conduct towards Students Standards are all listed under Board Policy DH(Exhibit) online under Employee Standards of Conduct. All policies of the Dallas Independent School Districtare to be adhered to at all times.DISD Employee Handbook

SIGNALSFire Drills will be conducted each month beginning in August – May as required by state law.1. ThreeBellsorFireAlarm–Evacuatethebuildingimmediately2. TwoBells–Returntothebuilding3. One Bell – Halt/Stop (if the all clear to return was given but something has occurred and it is notappropriate to return.Alternative system: A whistle will be blown in the event that the electrical system is not operative.FIRE DRILL PROCEDUREWhen the fire alarm sounds, students will leave the building through the exit as listed on the map in yourclassroom. Students will walk with the teacher quickly and quietly (all will personnel participate in the drills) tothe exit assigned. Classes nearest the exits need to leave the building and proceed to the area of the campusassigned for the group without delay. Teachers will discuss these procedures with students at the beginning ofthe school year (several times before a practice run).GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:1. Teachers will take their class roll (PowerSchool hard copy) with them and check attendance ASAP.2. Thereshouldbenotalkingduringdrills.Staffmemberswillcorrectstudentswhoaremisbehavingeven if the students are in another group.3. Teacherswillaccompanypupilsoutofthebuilding.4. Studentsshouldwalkrapidlyoutofthebuilding. Theyshouldnotrun.5. Allpersonnelshouldleavethebuilding.6. Eachteachershouldfrequentlyremindpupilsoffiredrillinstructions,trafficroutes,andsecurityareas.7. Teachers should follow the individual plan for each physically disabled pupil they teach. Detailedinformation is included in the Crisis Plan. Exit routes should be posted by the door in each room.Personnel trained on the use of the evacuation-chair will be responsible for assisting physicallydisabled students to evacuate.Grade Books & Grading PolicyPowerSchool must be utilized and a hard copy should be printed and available upon request.Students and parents must know, in advance, how students will be evaluated. Make sure students’ grades are recorded in your grade book as theyare acquired. Nine weeks' grades will be issued to students following the close of each nine-week period. Accurate records of all grades, daily grades and testgrades are to be kept by each teacher. Teachers may be called upon to justify a grade placed on a report card. There should be a minimum of 2grades a week/18 grades per nine weeks period. Grades should be documented weekly. Progress reports will be issued halfway through eachgrading period through the advisory teacher. Students can make up work assignments and tests without penalty after an absence and will be given at least two school days for every day missedto complete the assignments or tests missed after an absence.Grades are considered legal and documentation must be kept accordingly. Grade documentation must reflect all grades given, including final nine-weeks and semester grades. Grade documents must be accurately maintained each grading period. Please refer to grading policies atwww.dallasisd.org. Local Policy

Retesting: A student will be permitted to retake any major test that she or he has failed within five school days of the date the failing gradewas received and no later than ten days of the date of the test. Tests/Projects: Teachers should use a variety of assessment methods such as unit tests, project evaluation, nine-week tests, and thelike. There should be no fewer than two and no more than four test/major project grades per nine weeks in each core subject area.Rubrics used for grading projects will reflect mastery of identified content learning standards.Makeup Work and Incomplete GradesRelated to an AbsenceZeroes due to absence: Students will be permitted to make up assignments and tests without grade penalty after an absence. Givingzeros as a grade is not a best practice, and, therefore, a zero can be recorded only after a parent call/notification has been made andthe student has been given two days for every day missed or two days after parent notification to complete the assignments or tests. Anincomplete (I) grade on the nine-week report card will be recorded if the makeup time has not elapsed prior to the end of the nine-weekperiod.An incomplete for a nine-week grade should be made up prior to the end of the semester. An incomplete for a nine-week grade that isnot made up by the end of the semester will be recorded as the actual grade average earned. Semester grades of incomplete must bereviewed by the school's attendance committee or grade placement committee. The campus committee will determine the method forstudents to remediate the incomplete grade.Zero with no absence: Students must be given at least one opportunity to submit late work not related to an absence. Grade penaltiesand the amount of time allowed to complete the assignment should be determined by grade-level/department teacher teams andapproved by the principal. Teachers will develop and consistently implement common grade-level or department grading procedures forlate work in compliance with this regulation and will communicate the common grading procedures to parents and students in writing asdirected by the campus principal.High SchoolMiddle School-- The following weights will be used to determine nine-week report card grades:- The following weights will be used to determine nine-week report card grades:Teachers should record no fewer than two classwork/homework grades per week per subject, with a minimum of 18grades per subject per grading period. Projects may assess multiple learning standards, so one project may result inmultiple grade book entries. Grades should be documented weekly.DISD Local Grading PolicyClasswork/HomeworkTestsProjects/ProductsClasswork/HomeworkTestsProjects/Products9 week Test50 percent - no more than ¼ homework20 percent grade weight30 percent grade weight (composition, report, research paper, presentation)40 percent - no more than ½ homework25 percent grade weight20 percent grade weight (composition, report, research paper, presentation)15 percent grade weightNumber of Grades

ID Badges - EmployeesHallwaysIn order to provide adequate supervision in the classrooms, hallways, and other areas on campus, all teachersare considered to be on duty before school, after school, during class changes, during school activities, and asassigned.InventoryPlease do not remove any furniture, textbooks, or technology from your classroom without permission fromthe head custodian or the designee in charge of that department. Remember to complete the appropriatecustodial request form and place it in the head custodian's box.InvoicesUpon receiving materials you have requisitioned, check the shipment for completeness, mark items notreceived, and send the packing slip to Ms. Mendez as soon as possible if they were not checked in. Be sure tokeep a copy of the requisition form submitted so that it can be compared to the received order.KeysKeys will be issued by office staff at the beginning of the school year. It is the responsibility of the teacher toensure the key is returned at the end of the year. In case of a lost key, please notify Ms.Cynthia Mendez.Leaving CampusIf a staff member must leave the campus during the school day for any reason, the staff member must notifyan administrator. In making a request to leave early, the needs and regulations of the school should be kept inmind. All staff members leaving the building must sign out and sign in the binder located in the main office.Staff members must return in time to greet students at the next class period. At no time can a teacher leavehis/her class under the supervision of another adult without notifying an administrator.Lesson Plans/Instructional Planning GuideTeachers are also expected to have a copy of the classroom instructional calendar for the grading period.MailboxesTeachers should check mailboxes in the morning, at lunch passing period, and after school daily. Phonemessages, unless it is an emergency, will be placed in your mailbox. Do not put valuables in boxes.Metal DetectorsStudents must pass through metal detectors each day. Staff members should monitor students for items notappropriate to the learning environment.All employees are required to wear their ID badges at all times while on campus. Employees are also expected to weartheir ID badges at all school related functions and whenever on district property.

Parent Contact LogParent Contact Logs are to be maintained throughout the year. Additionally, documentation from the parentcontact log should be used when submitting students for Student Support Team (SST) referrals.Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA)We encourage all staff members, students, and parents to become members of our school PTSA.The PTSA meets once a month. Please make an effort to attend these meetings and encourage students toinvite their parents to attend.ParkingStaff members should use the faculty parking lot to better secure their vehicles. Handicapped parking isreserved for those who have the appropriate decal.Passing PeriodsAll teachers must be outside their classrooms, standing in the middle of the hallways, and monitoring studentsduring passing periods. Please encourage students to walk on the right side of the hallway.Phone Usage – EmployeesTeachers are not to use cellular phones during instructional time to make personal calls. All telephonemessages received in the office will be placed in employees mailboxes. Staff members will not be called to thetelephone during class unless there is an emergency.Planning PeriodsPlanning periods are not a time for personal errands. They are intended to give teachers an opportunity toplan and work on other various activities related to instruction. If a staff member must leave the campus forany reason during their planning periods, they must first notify administrators and sign out/in in the mainoffice.Teacher Excellence Initiative (TEI)All teachers will be appraised using the TEI guidelines. Training for TEI will be provided during staffdevelopment training at the beginning of the school year. Teachers who have any questions regarding theevaluations should see their primary appraiser.TEI WebsiteParent ConferencesParent conferences are not encouraged during instructional time. Please be aware that the parent is usuallyseeking help from school personnel and a teacher's professional demeanor sets the tone for the conference.All teachers are expected to attend parent conference nights as it is part of your contractual time. Teacherswho schedule a parent conference during the day should meet the parent in the office and escort them totheir classroom or place of meeting.

Professionalism Is KeyEach one of us brings to the DISD a blend of experiences that makes each person unique. We are a mixture ofour educational experiences, personal histories, struggles and triumphs, and our relationships with others.Despite the richness of our diversity, there will be times when we will be viewed not as separate and distinctpersonalities, but rather as representatives of our new venture/adventure. In that capacity, and in our personalcommitment to excellence, it is essential that we present ourselves as responsible professionals in our workenvironment.Respect the parameters of the professional day:o Bereadytobeginworkatyourassignedtimeo Leavenoearlierthanyourassignedhourso Preparethoroughlyforeveryclasseveryday,andfulfillallotherprofessionalresponsibilitiespromptly.o Dressinamannerthatencouragesrespect.o Modelappropriatelanguage,copingskills,andconflictresolutiontechniqueswithcolleagues,parentsand students.o Returnallphonecallsande-mailswithin48hoursofwhentheywerereceived.o Reporttodutyatthescheduledtimes.o Thinkandspeakkindlyofandtoallstudents,parents,andcolleagues.o Develop warm and respectful relationships with students and their families, but maintain yourprofessional dignity. Potential Failure Notices & Progress ReportsTeachers must complete potential failure notices during the fourth week of each grading period. Potentialfailure notices will be sent home to parents whose children are in danger of failing any classes. Progressreports will be printed out and sent with students through advisory teachersPurchasing Materials & SuppliesThe Dallas Independent School District shall not be obligated financially through contract, charges or by anyother means. All District procedures related to purchasing and contracted services shall be followed at alltimes. Allpurchaseswithschoolfundsmustbewithanapprovedvendor.Undernocircumstancesshallpurchases be made with the expectation of reimbursement. For any questions about purchasing procedures,please see the office manager. (CH Local). An unauthorized purchase may result in a written reprimand.Referral ProceduresUse the Teacher Discipline Referral when it becomes necessary. This occurs when you have determined thatteaching and learning cannot occur for the rest of the class and disruption is continuous. Please choose yourwordingcarefully. Usefactswhendescribingtheincident.CopiesofTeacherDisciplineReferralformsarelocated in the main office. Referrals are legal documents, and require your signature. Please write legibly.Report CardsReport cards will be issued according to the District’s calendar. Students who are not cleared at the end of theschool year will not receive their report cards.

Selling ItemsEmployees shall not engage in the sale of any merchandise or product on school property during workinghours, except those authorized by the principal of the school. All such sales must be done after working hoursand off the school premises (DHA Local).Security StaffThe primary purpose of the security staff is to address mandatory, expellable, and law enforcement issues.The school security and police officers do not address first level offenses that occur on campus.Severe WeatherIn the event it is necessary to take precautionary measures due to weather conditions, the followingplan of action will be implemented:1. Localradioreportswillbemonitoredcontinuouslybyofficepersonnel.2. Ifatornadowarningisannounced,asignalconsistingofaseriesofsixshortbellsorwhistleswillbesounded.3. Atthesoundofthewarningsignalallteachersaretodirecttheirstudentstotheirdesignatedlocation on either the zero floor or basement.4. Teachersandstudentsthatareoutsidemustcomeintothebuilding.5. Onceintheirassignedlocation,studentsaretocrouchandfacethewalls,shieldingthebacksoftheir heads with their hands.6. Studentconductshouldbequietandorderly.7. Aseriesoftwolongbellsorwhistleswillsignalthe"allclear". Theadministrativestaffwillcoverthe critical passing areas. All staff members will assist with this procedure.8. Teachers are to take their students to the places designated on the map located in the CampusEmergency Operations Plan.9. In case of inclement weather before school hours – check your local TV stations at 6:00am for anyschool closings.Substitute TeachersWhen a substitute teacher is used, it is the responsibility of the teacher to see that every effort is made tomaintain the instructional program. A substitute file containing the following must be maintained by eachteacher and turned into the department/cluster chair before a planned absence. The file must contain thefollowing items:1. Lessonplans2. Seatingchart3. Fire/catastrophedrillprocedure4. Classschedule

5. Specialstudentinformation6. Teacherhandbook7. Informationregardinganydeviationfromroutine8. Materialsandactivitiesforallperiodsandforthefullperiod. Our goal is for as little disruption as possible. An emergency substitute folder must be submitted to Ms.Cynthia Mendez by the end of the first week of School and will only be used for unplanned absences. Pleaseinclude all master copies for each period.TextbooksMs. Djamat-Dubios will be responsible for the distribution of textbooks within the schools. All textbooks willbe documented in the TIPWeb system.TutoringTutoring is mandatory. A tutoring sign-in sheet can be found behind the forms tab. Be sure to retain copies foryour files.VisitorsVisitors in the building must first sign in at the front desk in the main office and receive a visitor's pass. At thattime, they will be sent to the appropriate office, classroom, or other part of the building. Any visitor to aclassroom will wear a VISITOR'S PASS. Adult visitors in classrooms must have permission from an administratorto remain in the class. Student visitors are not allowed on campus at any time. Please contact the main officeimmediately if you see any unidentified visitor in the building.VolunteersVolunteers are welcome to assist. Please make them feel welcome. Before anyone may serve as a volunteer,he/she must complete a criminal history check.Wellness PolicyDISD has created a district Wellness Policy to address foods used for classroom lessons/snacks (Appendix B:Healthy Options for Classroom Activities, Snacks and Concessions of the Dallas Independent School DistrictWellness Policy Handbook) and policies regarding exercise, lunch and food incentives. If you have anyquestions regarding this policy, refer to the Student Wellness Dallas ISD website.

DisciplineBreakfast ProceduresDiscipline Philosophy:Expectations for Student Behavior:For routine classroom misbehavior, follow these steps. The philosophy of the discipline program is summarized as follows:• Allyoungpeoplecanbehaveproperly• Misbehaviorisamatterofchoice• Astudentwillacceptresponsibilityforhisorheractions• Teachershavetherighttoteach• Studentshavetherighttolearn• NostudentshallpreventateacherfromteachingorpreventanotherstudentfromlearningThe program is intended to guide the student in becoming a responsible and productive member of society by:• Rewardingacceptablebehavior• Discouraginginappropriatebehaviorthroughnegativeconsequences• AssistingthestudenttoeliminateinappropriatebehaviorthroughcounselingandguidanceA good discipline program must have the following to be effective: Clear,concise,observableruleswhichareconsistentlyimplemented Rulesandexpectationswhichareclearlyexplainedandreinforcedwhenevernecessary Positiveandnegativeconsequenceswhichareimplementedfairlyandconsistentlyonaschoolwidebasis Immediateandappropriateconsequenceswhichareappliedconsistently ParentswhoareinvolvedandsupportiveAll students are expected to practice good judgment and appropriate behavior while at school and while representing theschool on field trips, performances, and other activities.Teachers are expected to implement the school discipline policies and procedures during the school day. Provide lessons onclass rules and expectations (procedures and routines).The behavior management plan is in effect at all times for all events.:Students who choose to act in an acceptable manner will receive a variety of positive rewards, which include verbal praisefrom the teacher, written praise, recognition during assemblies, or other rewards.Misbehavior is a matter of choice. Choosing to disrupt class infringes upon the right of the teacher to teach and on theright of the other students to learn. Students should behave in a courteous manner to teachers and students alike and arriveto class on time. Consequences for not following these rules shall be determined according to the frequency of thebehavior(s) and its seriousness.Should a student decide to disrupt instruction, the following steps will be taken. Under no circumstances should a studentbe “put out” or placed in the hallway for disciplinary reasons. If necessary, escort the student to the appropriate office.Additionally, students should not receive punitive action in academics based on behavior. These are two separate anddistinct areas and reducing a grade or not allowing make-up work based on behavior is strictly forbidden.Students will enter through cafeteria doors and proceed to breakfast between the hours of 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM.Staff will be on duty starting at 8:30 AM and they will assist with supervision in the cafeteria, the Commons area,the auditorium, and the halls.Students will be cleared from different morning areas by 9:00 AMStudents from any late bus will be allowed to eat breakfast and be given a late pass.Staff will help ensure that students clean-up the cafeteria and the auditorium.All adults are supervisors of students and must act accordingly to ensure student safety.All adults should be monitoring students by walking around in the different areas - please refrain from being onyour phone.Classroom Behavior

Identification BadgesStudents are expected to display appropriate behavior at all times. Students are held to the same standard atschool and at any school-sponsored function including field trips and out-of-town trips. Failure to follow the rules set forth in the discipline code will result in disciplinary action. Students will be referred to the office forpoor behavior occurring anywhere on the school grounds or at school-sponsored events on campus or away from campus by any staff member. Students referred to the administration for disciplinary action are subject todistrict guidelines for disciplinary action.Student Referrals:STEP 1STEP 2STEP 3STEP 4Parents must be contacted by phone.The teacher will communicate to the student that the behavior isinappropriate.If the problem persists, other interventions may be tried, such as parent conference, referral to the MTSS Committee or to the counselor.Principal discipline referral is completed and sent to anadministrator. (Parental contact must be noted on referral).Secondary students will be required to have student ID badges on campus and at other campus events. (See StudentCode of Conduct)Referral forms should not be completed until personal contact has been made with the parent by the teacher. If no previous contact has occurred, the referral will be returned to the teacher. An administrator will handle all student referrals(If the behavior is corrected, stop here. At the teacher’s discretion,this step may also be repeated.)(If the behavior is corrected, stop here. At the teacher’s discretion,this step may also be repeated.)

Irma Rangel Young Women’s Leadership SchoolTardy Procedure 2023-2024Un-excused Tardy ConsequencesTardyNumber Consequence1sttardy Warning2ndtardy Warning3rdtardy Warning4ormoretardies Detentiononeachtardy7thtardy AddparentconferencetodetentionAll students arriving late to class after the tardy bell must have a tardy pass to enter class.Students will give their tardy pass to their teacher when entering class. They may not enter class without a pass from theoffice. Teachers will collect passes daily and turn them in at the end of the day to the attendance office to be filed in thestudent’s attendance file.● Studentswithanexcusablelatearrivaltoschoolinthemorningwillreporttotheattendanceoffice,andpresenttheir excused note, and receive their excused printed tardy pass to class.● Studentsarrivingonalateschoolbuswillreporttothetardymachinezerofloororattendanceofficeandreceivea printed excused pass to class.● Studentswhoarelateunexcusedwillreceiveaprintedpassthatwillstateun-excusedtardyandafter3warningswill receive detention.● Onallperiods,studentswhoarelatetoclasswillreporttotheattendanceofficeandreceiveaprintedtardypass.● Teachersshouldnotcausestudentstobelatetotheirnextclass.Iftheydo,theymustwriteanote(includingstudent name, date, time, and teacher signature) for the student to present to the attendance office. Studentswill receive a printed excused pass once they turn the note in to the office.● StudentsmusthaveanIDbadgetoreceivetheirprintedtardypass.Thetardymachinesystemscansthebadgeand prints the tardy pass with the student’s name, date, time, and consequence.● StudentswithoutanIDbadgewillbeaskedtopaya$1fineforatemporarybadge. TypicalExcusableReasons TypicalUn-excusableReasonsMedical appointment (doctor’s note)Dental appointment (dentist’s note) Court appearance (court documents)Late bus (reported by security) Teacher kept late (note)Traffic accident (parent note)Sleeping lateDaily traffic jams (two allowed)Missing the bus due to student’s fault Out of district travel issuesDaily parental issues (parent slept late)Failure to serve detentions will result in parent conference and further disciplinary consequences.

PERIODPERIOD1, 2, 3, 45, 6, 7, 8Middle School YEAR LONG1, 2, 3, 45, 6, 7, 8Middle School YEAR LONGREQUIRED DAYSPRESENT45 OF 5045 OF 5090 OF 100REQUIRED DAYS PRESENT35 OF 3935 OF 3970 OF 78Detention will be served before and after school on Thursdays from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm.MAXIMUM ABSENCESPER CLASS448MAXIMUM ABSENCES PER CLASS448Truancy Plan Rangel YWLSThe Irma Rangel School Attendance Committee reviews attendance monthly and makes recommendations to improve student attendance. Students must attend class 90% of the time that the class meets. If a student failsto meet this rule he/she can be denied credit for the class. Attendance for this purpose includes excused absences and un-excused absences. Students may appeal to the Attendance Committee if they are denied credit. The Committee will have a plan for make-up time, make-up work or may dismiss the case due to extenuating circumstances. The Committee meets to hear attendance appeals each semester as needed. Theymeet with students and parents when any student’s attendance falls below 75%.The Attendance code can be looked up for specifics under:Texas Education Code-Chapter 25. Subchapter C. Operation of Schools and SchoolAttendance§25.085. Compulsory School AttendanceThe forms for the principal’s plan are available with Ms. Djamat Dubois. The plan has deadlines that must be followed.Failure to do the plan will result in an “*” in the classes that the student is over the limit in absences and no credit will beawarded for the class..Irma Rangel Young Women’s Leadership School will follow the Districts Truancy Plan, which is summarized as follows: Step 1. Warning Letters are mailed out when students have 3 unexcused absences (letters are sent through the District’struancy department) and parents are asked to attend an informational meeting at Rangel on designated daysduring the school year.Step 2. Letters for an intervention program are uploaded to the powerschool parent portal after 6 or more unexcusedabsences (letters are also sent through the District’s truancy department)Step 3. Court cases are filed when a student has ten unexcused absences within a six month period. A court summons is sent to the parent or a constable will deliver the summons in person to the parent (this is done by the court systemin preparation for trial). Absences can be single periods or full days.SPRING SEMESTER 202490% ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTFALL SEMESTER 2023THIS WILL OCCUR EACH SEMESTER. TO AVOID A NO CREDIT (NG) A STUDENT MUST FOLLOW THEPRINCIPAL’S PLAN FOR RECEIVING CREDIT.

Who to Contact for AssistancePolice MattersTo report an absence,Fundraiser/BOCSchedules, Transcripts Counseling Support Academic Guidance High School 9-12 gradeSchedules, Transcripts Counseling Support Academic Guidance Middle School 6-8 gradeCollege ReadinessAttendance Questions, Discipline, Facility Issues, Busses, Safety/Security, CIP,Academics,Schedules,Magnet, powerschool, academic platforms, All In One972-749-5218CounselorPerla Calderon972-749-5218 CounselorJordan GeorgeOfficer Jackson972-749-5202 Office Manager Cynthia Mendez972-749-5217Dean of InstructionTaraDjamat-DuboisCollegeSuccess AdvisorErika Gonzalez972-749-5252Campus Academic CoordinatorPipeir Greenepgreene@dallasisd.orgJgeorge@dallasisd.orgpcalderon@dallasisd.orgTarbrown@dallasisd.org

2023-2023 Schedule of MeetingsFailure to attend one or more faculty meetings without the PRIOR written approvalof the principal may result in disciplinary actionFaculty members must reserve Tuesday mornings from 8:15 – 8:55 AM for scheduled meetings.Monthly Meeting1st WednesdayGENERAL FACULTYMEETING(Operations/Teachingand Learning)2nd WeekMTSS MeetingBi-Weekly PLCDay and Time8:15 AM – 9:00 AM8:15 AM – 9:00 AMEither afterschool from4:30-5:30pm or duringcommon planningLocationLibraryCounselorsDepartment Leads

Irma Rangel YWLSDates to be announced:Announcement Form2023-2024_________________________________________Teacher’sName:___________________________Announcement:Date:______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Irma Rangel YWLS Custodial Services Request2023-2024_____ Ceiling tile_____ Clean edges, corners, baseboards_____ Clean windows, walls, doormats_____ Dusting (chalkboard ledge, window sills, glass, vents, etc.)_____ Faucet leaking_____ Graffiti/Vandalism_____ Light bulb needed_____ Lock broken_____ Pencil sharpener_____ Sink clogged_____ Radiator malfunction_____ Restroom/Lounge needs_____ Cleaning/tissue/paper towels_____ Sweeping/mopping needed_____ Trash needs emptying_____ Window shade(s) damaged_____ Window broken_____ Other: (please explain) ___________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________From:___________________________ Room:___________Date:_______________________ Time:___________Location (if other than room):_________________________Please check the appropriate line below: