Author: CCSD

Marion Earl
Elementary School

Parent & Student
HANDBOOK
2021-2022

STUDENT HOURS
8:35 a.m………………………..………………………Breakfast Bell
8:55 a.m....……………………………………………..Bell to line up
9:00 a.m. –3:11 p.m.……………………….……….Grades Pre K-5

6650 W. Reno Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89118
Phone: 702-799-8181
Fax: 702-799-8188
Office Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Veronica Hunt, Principal
Aimee Levy, Assistant Principal
Keyanna Crockett, Office Manager
Carmen Aquin, Office Clerk
Donna Ogawa, Office Specialist

marionearl.com

https://www.facebook.com/MarionEarlES/

Parent Resources
Please visit http://faces.ccsd.net or call our office at 702-799-8181 for information about:
Food Assistance
Clothing Assistance
Housing Rental Assistance
Employment Training Assistance
Utilities Assistance
Parenting Assistance
Teen Services
Family Resource Centers
Substance Abuse
Domestic Violence and Abuse Assistance
Mental Health Assistance
Adult Health and Child Health Clinics
Shelters
Homeless Services
Transportation

Welcome Letter

Dear Parents,
WELCOME TO
MARION EARL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
“HOME OF EAGLE EXCELLENCE”
Welcome to the 2021-2022 school year! As a new administrative team, we are honored to welcome you and your child to our Mighty Eagle family. We are very proud of the educational programs we offer and we can ensure that your child will feel safe, welcomed, and excited about learning.
The purpose of this booklet is to provide students and parents with a general overview of the school policies and procedures. It has been compiled to serve as a convenient reference and to assist you in answering questions about matters of common concern.
Our main goal at Marion Earl ES is to make your child’s experience a productive and happy one. It is our intention to provide a sound education for every child enrolled. The staff considers the intellectual, emotional, and social growth of each child to be priority. This objective can be fully obtained only through close communication and cooperation between the home and the school.
Please review the contents of this booklet together with your child and feel free to contact the school regarding any questions about the program.
Sincerely,
Veronica Hunt and Aimee Levy, Administrative Team
Principal Assistant Principal

MISSION STATEMENT
At Marion Earl, our mission is to provide the tools for students to be independent and successful, both academically and socially.
MOTTO
“...begins with M.E.”

Important Dates

Monday, August 9 - Classes Begin
Monday, September 6 - Labor Day (No School)
Monday, September 13 - Staff Development Day (No School)
Monday, October 4 - Staff Development Day (No School)
Wednesday, October 13 - Parent-Teacher Conferences (No School)
Friday, October 29 - Nevada Day Observed (No School)
Thursday, November 11 - Veterans Day Observed (No School)
Friday, November 12 - (No School)
Monday-Wednesday, November 25-27 – (No School)
Wednesday-Friday, November 24-26 - Thanksgiving Break (No School)
Friday, December 17 - End of First Semester (88 days)
Friday, December 17 - Winter Break Begins - End of Day
(No School December 20 - January 4)
Tuesday, January 4 - Staff Development Day (No School)
Wednesday, January 5 - Classes Resume (Second Semester Begins)
Monday, January 17 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Observed (No School)
Monday, February 21 - Presidents' Day (No School)
Monday, March 14 - No School
Friday, April 8 - Spring Break Begins - End of Day
(No School April 11 - April 15)
Monday, April 18 - No School
Tuesday, April 19 - Classes Resume
Monday, April 25 - Staff Development Day (No School)
Wednesday, May 20 - End of Second Semester (92 days)
End of School Year (180 days), last day for students
(all calendars can be found on ccsd.net)

Volunteers/Visitors

OPEN CAMPUS
We are thrilled to welcome our families back on campus! All visitors and parents are asked to provide an ID and sign in at the front office prior to entering campus. We respectfully request that volunteers do not bring children with them due to safety concerns.
SB 287 requires all volunteers to be fingerprinted if they have unsupervised OR regular contact with students. Regular is defined as at least four times a month. Visit http://www.ccsd.net/community/protectour-kids/ for more information.
We welcome volunteers in our school and in our classrooms. If you wish to volunteer in the classroom, please notify your child’s teacher and make prior arrangements. We need volunteers in the lunchroom and for various other jobs around the school. If you would like to be a school volunteer, please notify the office staff. When you arrive at school, please show identification, log into the computer, sign our volunteer booklet, and print a visitor’s badge.
Parents are asked not to bring younger children on campus while volunteering.

Safekey

Safekey is a program for parents who need assistance with child care before and/or after school. The Safekey program consists of a nutrition break, time for homework, and a variety of activities.
Marion Earl Elementary is requesting all students be registered for Safekey in case of an emergency. Parents are only charged when Safekey is used.
This is a safety net in case you are unable to get to school to pick up your child on time. For further information, contact ccsafekey@clarkcounty.gov

Attendance

If your student is going to be absent, you do not need to call the school to report the absence, unless they are going to be absent for more than 3 days.
What is the procedure that should be followed after an absence? Parent/Guardian must send an email to cubabsences@interact.ccsd.net and their teacher within three (3) school days after their return from the absence.
Parent/Guardian explanations should include the following information:
The first and last name of the student;
The date(s) the student was absent; and
The reason the student was physically or mentally unable to attend, how the absence was related to the student’s disability, or the nature of the emergency.
The principal/designee will determine whether the absence is classified as excused or unexcused. Students or parents/guardians are allowed three school days after the return from a student’s absence to request homework. Schools must provide at least three school days for the assignment to be completed and submitted. Failure of the student to make up missed work from an excused absence will result in an unexcused absence counting toward the limitation of absences.
What happens if notification regarding the absence is not provided to the school within three (3) school days?
If an acceptable explanation of the absence is not provided within three school days, the absence is unexcused and, in accordance with NRS 392.130, is deemed a truancy.
How do parents/guardians arrange an absence?
Parents/Guardians must submit a written request to the school prior to the absence(s). The maximum number of arranged absences is 10 per school year. Forms to request an arranged absence are available in the office.
What happens if a student is late to school or class?
Students who are late are marked tardy. It is important for students to arrive on time as they are missing valuable instruction time. The first bell for school is 8:50am.

Behavior

STUDENT BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS
The entire Marion Earl staff will be involved in teaching and reinforcing appropriate student behavior. School wide behavior incentive programs will be utilized to reward appropriate and positive behavior. Students will be encouraged to consistently follow school rules of conduct, set a good example for others, and reflect upon how their behavior affects others. Throughout the school year, priority attention will be given to the teaching of self-discipline and the development of student self-responsibility.
Recess Rules
♦ Blacktop: Play fighting, running (except for controlled basketball games), and tag is prohibited.
♦ Field: Play fighting, tag, digging holes, climbing the gates/walls, and throwing rocks or sand prohibited
Schoolwide Rules
1. BE KIND. Do not tease others.
2. Respect and care for school property and the property of others.
3. Use school equipment safely.
4. Keep gum, candy, electronic devices, toys, rollerblades, skateboards, scooters, rollershoes and sports equipment at home.
5. Keep hands and feet to yourself.

Safety Information

The Clark County School District suggests the following precautionary measures for parents and their children.
Parents are urged to have honest discussions with their children about the following:
Teach your children their full name, your full name, their address, and phone number. Stranger danger (never accept candy, food, gifts, etc. from a stranger.
Police officers are to be trusted for help; explain that police can always be identified by their marked car or motorcycle and their uniform/badge.
Emphasize the importance of staying close to a parent, relative, or friend when away from home and to never go into a stranger’s car or home.
Stress the importance of protesting and running away if a stranger tries to take your child/children somewhere.

Parent Conferences/Concerns

PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES
Keeping parents informed of student progress is important and conferences are encouraged. Please arrange appointments in advance with teachers, as teachers are unable to meet with parents during the instructional class time. CCSD Parent Teacher Conferences day will be held on October 13, 2021.

Family Engagement

The Marion Earl Family Engagement Committee is a valuable link between the school and the home. Its purpose is to inform and involve parents in school activities. The funds raised by this committee go directly to the school to support areas which may not be funded by the school district.
More information will be provided regarding this great opportunity to play an active role in your child’s school community.

Instruction

STANDARDS
The Nevada Academic Content Standards (NVACS) identifies what needs to be taught in all subject areas. The NVACS are core skills and concepts in mathematics and language arts that are critical to student achievement in those two subject areas. Our primary goal is to have Marion Earl students make adequate yearly growth. Having teachers, students and parents working together will help us to accomplish our goal. Parents can learn more about instruction at nevadaready.gov.
PROGRESS REPORTING
Teachers are required to send notices to parents advising them of unsatisfactory progress being made by students, or of work which has deteriorated two or more letter grades below previous performance. Parent-teacher conferences are recommended when unsatisfactory progress is identified. Student report cards are issued to parents two times during the year at the end of each trimester. Progress reports can be viewed on Infinite Campus. We encourage parents to track their child’s progress daily/weekly on Infinite Campus.

Homework

Homework is considered to be an important part of the educational program. It provides students the opportunity to develop self responsibility, good study habits, and mastery of skills taught.
Homework is encouraged and will be used to extend and expand the activities presented during the instructional day. In determining the amount of homework assigned, consideration will be given to allowing time for students to participate in out-of-school home-centered activities and responsibilities. Homework will be assigned Monday through Thursday nights.
For homework help please visit:
https://www.khanacademy.org

Student Recognition

The following incentive programs are in place at Marion Earl to reinforce appropriate behavior and good citizenship.

-Assemblies	-Eagle Chips (individual)
-Eagle Bucks (entire class)	-Honor Roll Acknowledgements
-Attendance Awards	-Student of the Month
-Homework Rewards	-Incentives Sticker Charts
-Individualized Behavior Plans	-Music Performances
-National Elementary Honor Society	-Field Trips
-Leadership Awards	-Soccer Team
-Spirit Team	-Art Displays
-Field Day	-Soaring Eagle Awards
-Good News Club	-Caught Being Kind Campaign
-Student School Workers	-Positive Parent Communications

Lunch/Breakfast

All students are entitled to free breakfast and lunch. Below, you will find your child’s lunch schedule. All students will eat lunch first and then go to recess. If you have any questions regarding CCSD breakfast and/or lunch, you may call CCSD Food Services at 702-799-8123.
PRE-K- 10:50-11:20
1st Grade- 11:05-11:40
2nd Grade/Primary Autism- 11:15-11:50
3rd Grade- 11:35-12:10
4th Grade/Intermediate SLD- 11:45-12:20
5th Grade/Intermediate Autism- 12:10-12:45
Kindergarten- 12:35-1:05

Medications/Emergencies

If your child must take medication during school hours, the prescribing doctor must state in writing the name and nature of the medication. The medication must be in the original container. The parent must contact the school and sign a legal release form (CCF-643) before medication may be administered at school. All medication will be kept in the health office.
Children may not have or take the following medication aids:
cough drops/throat lozenges, cough syrup (over the counter), aspirin/Tylenol/Advil etc… A parent may come to the school and administer these medications if needed.
♦ Be sure the school has a current telephone number where you can be reached during the school day.
♦ The school must also have an emergency number in case you cannot be reached.
♦ You will be notified if there is an illness, injury, or if your child misses his/her ride home.
♦ Be sure to notify the office of a change of address, work, cell or home numbers.
Assata Smith - FASA
Trish Schmidt - School Nurse
702-799-8181 Extension: 4022

Health Services

Health problems, including any changes in a child’s health status, should be brought to the attention of the school nurse or the First Aid Safety Assistant (FASA). The school nurse is on campus two days per week; however, the FASA is available every day. Children with temperatures of 100 degrees or higher, who are suffering from vomiting or diarrhea, who have pinkeye, or who have lice must stay home from school. If antibiotics have been prescribed for contagious diseases, children may return to school after they have taken the medication for 24 hours. If a child becomes ill during school hours, the child’s teacher or a responsible student will escort the child to the health office. The nurse or FASA will call a parent or guardian of the child. It is extremely important for parents to provide current telephone numbers to the front office. Every attempt will be made to notify the parent or guardian of any student emergency situation.
IMMUNIZATIONS
Nevada law requires that your child’s immunizations are up-to-date. When you register your child in school, you will be
required to furnish proof of immunization.

Birthday/Celebrations

We now proudly welcome birthday celebrations at school! Parents may bring store bought, packaged and/or individually wrapped treats to school. Please make prior arrangements with your child’s teacher regarding the type of birthday treat, quantity and delivery time. Please do not bring items with nuts, nut oil, or nut flour due to severe allergic reactions.

Drop Off/Pick Up

The safety of students and staff is our main priority. In order to maintain safety, everyone’s cooperation is needed.
In the morning only, please use one of the two drop off zones in front of the Annex. We encourage parents to utilize this area to facilitate a quick and easy drop off and pick up of their children. This is the “kiss-and-go” drop-off only; parents may not get out of the vehicle. Please exit the kiss-and-go area using a right turn only.
Students who exit vehicles stopped in the middle of the street are in danger of being hit by other traffic. Students should exit vehicles by the curbside doors only. Please observe the designated crosswalks, drop-off only areas, no-parking zones, handicapped parking stalls and driveways.
For your child’s safety, please escort your child across the street. Do not encourage your child to cross on his/her own by waving to them to cross the street to you in your parked car. Please be sure to keep the red zones and crosswalks clear. U-turns in a school zone, as well as parking in a red zone or crosswalk is illegal and jeopardizes the safety of our students.

Enrollment/Withdrawal

All students must officially enroll through the school office before they can attend class. A birth certificate and immunization record is required for students new to the school district. Proof of residency is required of all students. If you plan to withdraw your child from school, please give the office at least three days' notice so that a transfer form can be issued, teachers can give grades, text books and library books can be returned before leaving, and any outstanding fees can be collected.
When it becomes necessary for a student to withdraw from school, the following procedures should be followed:
1.) Parents are urged to inform the teacher and office personnel as soon as possible of the plan to withdraw their student.
2.) Students are to return all school books, library books and pay for lost or damaged books

Dismissal

Early Dismissal
Students are dismissed at 3:11 pm. If a parent needs to check a student out prior to 3:11 pm, the parent must do so before 2:45 pm to minimize end of the day classroom disruptions. Extreme care is exercised at all times when releasing children from our school. For their safety, identification is required from the person picking up the student. If someone not listed on your child’s information card is sent to pick-up your child, we must be notified with a written note prior to their pick-up.
Late Pickup
If you are running late to pick up your child, please call the office 702-799-8181.
School bus riders
If a student misses his/her bus after school, he/she is to report to the office. Under no circumstances is the student to walk home without first checking with the office. Students who do not obey school bus regulations will be issued a citation by the bus driver. A note to the teacher is required when a student is not riding the bus on a given day. CCSD Transportation 702-799-8100
Bicycle Riders
The school supplies a bicycle area for students wishing to ride their bikes to school. Bicycles are not to be ridden on school grounds, and must be locked in the bicycle area. Students must demonstrate bicycle safety rules.
Please note Marion Earl Elementary School cannot assume responsibility for stolen and/or damaged bicycles.

Electronic Devices

Cell Phone Policy
Phones must be turned off and remain off during the instructional day and passing periods in compliance with CCSD Policy 5136.
Cellular phones should be stored in a non-visible location (backpacks, purses, pockets).
Phones confiscated in violation of these guidelines will only be returned to a parent/guardian during non-instructional hours.
Cellular phones must remain off during a school evacuation, lockdown, or drill. During these situations tell your child NOT to try to contact you by cell phone until given the okay by school staff, thus allowing emergency communication channels to remain open. The Parent Link communication system has the capability of contacting parents/guardians in an emergency.
Additionally, parents are asked to silence their cellular phones while at the school. This ensures both compliance with the above guidelines and serves to set a positive example for students.
Use of School Phone
The school phone is a business phone and students will be permitted to use the phone for emergency calls only. Calling to get permission to go to a friend’s house after school is not an emergency. Students are encouraged to be responsible for their educational belongings. Phone calls home for a left book or an assignment will be discouraged.

Dress Code

We are excited to announce that uniforms will now be optional.
Dress and appearance as mandated by CCSD – subject to change.
The student’s dress and appearance should be of such a nature as to not disrupt or distract from the learning process. It is required that students follow the district’s dress code regulations. Clothing should be conservative, safe, and clean.
Students must wear shoes that are appropriate for school. Slippers, flip flops, and strapless sandals are prohibited.
Hemmed shorts that are at least fingertip length may be worn. Shirts and blouses must be buttoned up and must extend below the belt level. The code prohibits see-through tops, strapless and low cut clothing, and clothing that provides minimum coverage. Clothing with slogans, words that may be considered obscene, controversial or disruptive is prohibited. The principal shall retain the authority to grant exceptions for special occasions and/or conditions.

Address/Telephone Changes

Please notify the school office promptly if there is a change of address or phone number. Please be sure all home, work and emergency contact phone numbers are current. Correct phone numbers are essential in case of an accident or other emergency.
For the safety of your child, no changes will be made over the telephone. Parents may make updates via the Infinite Campus Portal.

Who is Marion Earl?

Marion Earl Elementary School opened in the fall of 1987 and was dedicated on March 1, 1988. The school is named for Marion Bradley Earl, a Nevada pioneer, a practitioner of the law for more than sixty years, and a leader in his church and community.
Marion Bradley Earl was born September 13, 1897, in Bunkerville, Nevada, to Joseph Ira Earl and Agnes Viola Bunker Earl. Marion was the recipient of a strong pioneer heritage on both sides of his family. In 1877, the town of Bunkerville was founded by his maternal grandfather, Edward Bunker, Sr., under the direction of Brigham Young.
In 1917, his family moved to Overton, Nevada, and Marion matriculated to the University of Utah where he obtained a degree in education. Returning to Moapa Valley, Nevada, he began his professional career as a teacher, and in 1922 he met Lucille Pike, who was teaching at the high school. In February of 1924, Lucille and Marion were married. The Earls had two sons, Tony and Johnny.
In 1927, Marion decided that his future did not lie in teaching, and moved to Washington, D.C., where he attended George Washington Law School. By 1931, he completed his law degree.
Marion established his law practice in Las Vegas and became active in a number of community organizations, including the American Legion, Chamber of Commerce, and Rotary Club, where he served as president of each organization. His longest and most difficult assignment began when he and Dr. John S. Park and Mr. J. D. Smith were called to be members of the county draft board. Marion served on the board for 28 years and had the honor of meeting every president from Franklin D. Roosevelt to Richard Nixon. During these years, Marion was the driving force in forming the Boulder Dam Area Council for the Boy Scouts of America.
In the history of men there are individuals who experience life with boundless energy and love. They have a purpose, a mission, a labor to perform. When these few complete their lives, we mourn. However, he would have us remember his example which proclaimed the love of God, family, Nevada, and America.

Easy Ways to Be Involved
Ask your child, “What did you learn at school today?”
Read a book together with your child. Stop and ask your child questions as you read.
Read a book while your child reads his/her own book. This shows your child how important reading is.
As you drive, have your child read signs and talk about directions.
Develop habits and routines for you and your child in the morning and after school (waking up, getting dressed, eating breakfast, checking your child’s backpack daily, and completing homework together).
Check Parentlink weekly to discuss your child’s progress.
Make sure to update your Parentlink information to receive emails, text messages, and/or voice mails from the school.

Important Numbers

Marion Earl ES Phone
702-799-8181
Marion Earl ES Fax / Email
702-799-8188 / inbox_510@nv.ccsd.net
Marion Earl ES Website
school.ccsd.net/marionearl
Marion Earl ES Facebook Page / #marionearles
Marion Earl Elementary School
Transportation Department
702-799-8100
Food Service Department
702-799-8123
www.paymentsolutions.com
Safe Key
ccsafekey@clarkcountynv.gov
Boys and Girls Club
702-368-0317
School Police
702-799-5411 (emergency)
702-799-7830 (non-emergency)
Performance Zone 12 Office
702-799-2640
Clark County School District Information
www.ccsd.net