Handbook

Obtain and prepare a form SS 8572 , “Suspected Child Abuse Report” (SCAR). This will assist you greatly when making the call to DCFS or Local Law Enforcement.
Make a telephone report of the suspected child abuse immediately, or as soon as practically possible, to an appropriate child protective agency. Either the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) or the local law enforcement department serving the school. LA School Police is NOT a child protective agency.
Document the name, title, & badge number of the person you speak with. Be sure to get a report number at the end of your call.
Before ending the call, ask the agent that you speak with if this report requires you to wait for Law Enforcement to respond, if you can conduct a concurrent investigation, or if you should handle the situation administratively.
Complete an iSTAR indicating all pertinent information in the summary and action taken sections.
Send a copy of the written SCAR to the agency called within 36 hours of receiving the information.

You may clarify to determine whether reportable abuse has occurred:

Tell me about your drawing.
Tell me about these bruises.
Tell me what happened.

Emergency Procedures

LAUSD K-12 On Campus Active Shooter Training (PPT and PDF)

Drop, Cover and Hold On – To protect students and staff from flying or falling debris.

Principal will announce via PA system or by messenger “YOUR ATTENTION PLEASE. AS YOU ARE AWARE, WE ARE EXPERIENCING SOME SEISMIC ACTIVITY. FOR EVERYONE’S PROTECTION, ALL STUDENTS SHOULD FOLLOW STAFF DROP, COVER AND HOLD ON PROCEDURES, WHICH MEAN YOU SHOULD BE IN A PROTECTED POSITION UNDER A TABLE OR DESK, AWAY FROM WINDOWS AND ANYTHING THAT COULD FALL AND HURT YOU. HOLD THIS POSITION UNTIL THE SHAKE STOPS OR GIVEN FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS.
If inside, teachers will instruct students to drop under desks and cover heads with one arm/hand and hold on to furniture with the other hand.
If outside, teachers will instruct students to drop to ground, place heads between their knees, and cover heads with arms and hands.
Teachers and students should move away from windows.

Shelter in Place– To place and/or keep students indoors for a greater level of protection.

Principal will announce via PA system or by messenger “YOUR ATTENTION PLEASE. BECAUSE WE HAVE RECEIVED INFORMATION REGARDING A HAZARD IN THE COMMUNITY, WE ARE INSTITUTING SHELTER-IN-PLACE PROCEDURES. REMEMBER, THIS MEANS STUDENTS AND STAFF ARE TO REMAIN INSIDE THE BUILDING AWAY FROM OUTSIDE AIR WITH WINDOWS AND DOORS SECURELY CLOSED AND AIR CONDITIONING UNITS TURNED OFF. ALL STUDENTS AND STAFF THAT ARE OUTSIDE ARE TO IMMEDIATELY MOVE TO THE PROTECTION OF AN INSIDE ROOM. AS SOON AS WE HAVE FURTHER INFORMATION, WE WILL SHARE IT WITH YOU.”
If inside, teachers will keep students in the classroom until further instructions.
If outside, students will proceed to their classrooms if safe to do so. If not, teachers will direct students into nearby classrooms or buildings (e.g., auditorium, library, cafeteria, gymnasium).
Teachers, with the assistance of the Security/Utilities Team, will shut down building(s) HVAC; turn off local fans in area; close and lock doors and windows; seal gaps under doors and windows with wet towels or duct tape; seal vents with aluminum foil or plastic wrap, if available; and turn off sources of ignition, such as pilot lights.

Lock Down – When threat of violence or gunfire is identified and to prevent perpetrator(s)

to enter area.

Principal will announce via PA system or by messenger. “YOUR ATTENTION PLEASE. WE HAVE AN EMERGENCY SITUATION AND NEED TO IMPLEMENT LOCK DOWN PROCEDURES. TEACHERS ARE TO LOCK CLASSROOM DOORS AND KEEP ALL STUDENTS INSIDE THE CLASSROOM UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR UNTIL NOTIFIED BY AN ADMINISTRATOR OR LAW ENFORCEMENT. IF OUTSIDE, STUDENTS AND STAFF ARE TO PROCEED INSIDE THE NEAREST BUILDING OR CLASSROOM.
If inside, teachers will direct students to sit on floor, lock doors, & close window blinds if safe to do so.
If outside, students will proceed to their classrooms if safe to do so. If not, teachers will direct students into nearby classrooms or buildings (e.g., auditorium, library, cafeteria, and gymnasium).
Teachers & students to remain in secured area until further instructions by Principal or Law Enforcement
Front entrance is to be locked and no visitors other than appropriate law enforcement or emergency personnel, have to be allowed on campus.

Evacuate Building – When determination made that it is unsafe to remain in building.

Principal will announce via PA system or by messenger “YOUR ATTENTION PLEASE. WE NEED TO INSTITUTE AN EVACUATION OF ALL BUILDINGS. TEACHERS ARE TO TAKE THEIR STUDENTS TO THE ASSEMBLY AREA AND REPORT TO THEIR DESIGNATED AREA. STUDENTS ARE TO REMAIN WITH THEIR TEACHER. TEACHERS NEED TO TAKE THEIR ROLLBOOK AND LOCK THE CLASSROOM WHEN ALL STUDENTS HAVE EXITED THE CLASSROOM.
Principal will initiate fire alarm.
Teachers will direct evacuation of building via designated routes & assemble in Assembly Area.
Teachers will take student roster and take attendance when class is in safe location.
Teachers and students will await further instructions.

Relocation (Off-Site Evacuation) – When remaining on campus is determined to be unsafe, and off-site evacuation is necessary.

Principal will announce via PA system or by messenger YOUR ATTENTION PLEASE. WE NEED TO INSTITUTE AN OFF-SITE EVACUATION. TEACHERS ARE TO TAKE THEIR STUDENTS TO THE OFF-SITE ASSEMBLY AREA AND REPORT TO THEIR DESIGNATED AREA. STUDENTS ARE TO REMAIN WITH THEIR TEACHER. TEACHERS NEED TO TAKE THEIR ROLLBOOK AND EMERGENCY SUPPLIES AND LOCK THE CLASSROOM WHEN ALL STUDENTS HAVE EXITED THE CLASSROOM.
Principal will determine safest method of evacuating the campus, i.e., use of school buses or walking to designated off-site assembly area.
Teachers will take student roster and take attendance when class is at assembly area.

All Clear – To notify teachers that normal school operations can resume. If appropriate, teachers should begin discussions to address students’ fears and anxieties.

LAUSD Policies & Procedures

Code of Conduct with Students

LAUSD Lockdown Procedure

Attendance Policy

BUL-1205.3 Family and Medical Leave Act California Family Rights Act Policy

BUL-1347.2 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting

BUL-2047.1 Hate-Motivated Incidents and Crimes

BUL -2521.1 Title IX Policy-Complaint Procedures

BUL -3349.1 Sexual Harassment Policy

BUL -3491.1 Homework and Makeup Assignments in Grades K-12

BUL -3772.3 Injury and Illness Prevention Program Requirements

BUL -4223.2 Jury Service for Certificated Employees and Teacher Assistants

BUL -4569.1 Reasonable Accommodation for Individuals with Disabilities

BUL -4692.5 Section 504 Rehab Act Of 1973

BUL -4748 Ethics Policies

BUL-4759.3 Williams Complaint Procedures

BUL-5159.5 Uniform Complaint Procedures (UCP)

BUL–5167.0 Code of Conduct with Students

BUL-5181.2 Internet Safety

BUL-5210 Guidelines for the Use of Audiovisual Materials Not Owned, Broadcast, or Recommended By the District

BUL-5212.2 Bullying & Hazing (Student-To-Student & Student-To-Adult)

BUL-5468.0 Use of Cellular Telephones and Other Electronic Devices by Students

BUL-5688.1 Social Media Policy for Employees and Associated Persons

BUL-5721.1 Student Employee Security

BUL-5747.1 Abolition of Corporal Punishment

BUL-6231.0 Discipline Foundation Policy - School-Wide Positive Behavior Intervention and Support

BUL-6307.2 New Certification of Absence Forms

MEM-6338.1 Child Abuse Awareness Training (CAAT) and Resources

REF-2111.1 Field Trips Handbook and Revised Procedures

LAUSD Non-Discrimination Statement

The Los Angeles Unified School District is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying.

The District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and pregnancy-related medical conditions) sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (not union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance.

For inquiries about District policies and procedures related to student-to-student, student-to-staff and staff-to student harassment/discrimination, including how to file a harassment/discrimination complaint contact:

Educational Equity Compliance Office

Julie Hall-Panameño
LAUSD Section 504 and Title IX Coordinator
(213) 241-7682

For inquiries or complaints related to employee-to-employee, student-to-employee, or work/employment related discrimination or harassment, contact:

Equal Employment Opportunity Section
(213) 241-7685

Both offices are located at:

Los Angeles Unified School District
333 South Beaudry Avenue - 20th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90017

Blackboard Connect

In order to access your Blackboard Connect for Teachers account or reset your password, please follow these steps:

https://teacher.blackboardconnected.com

Leave both the email and password fields blank.
Click on the “Forgot your password? Click here.”
Follow the onscreen prompts to enter your email address.
A new default password will be sent to your District email account.
Use this default email to log in to Blackboard Connect for Teachers.
If successful, you will get a warning indicating that you are logging in with a temporary password. Click Continue.
Establish your personal password based on the stated requirements.
Respond to the security hint questions.
Use your new password to log into the system. If you experience any difficulties, close your browser and log into the site at the URL in step 1 above. Enter your email and new passwords.
Watch the “Show Me How” five minute video to learn how to send messages.

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Professional Development

PD Resources

PD Feedback

UCLA CGI Feedback Link

PD Calendar

LAUSD PD RESOURCES

Study Guide

Companion Website

Bell Schedule

Instructional Hours

8:15 am - 2:37 pm

Tuesdays

8:15 am - 1:37 pm

Lunch

Grades ETK-K

11:30-11:50 a.m.

Grades 2, 4

11:50 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

Grades 1, 3, & 5

12:10-12:30 p.m.

Minimum Days

8:00 am - 12:43 pm

Minimum Day Brunch

Grades ETK-K, 4

09:45-10:12 a.m.

Grades 1, 2

10:15-10:42 a.m.

Grades 3, 5

10:45-11:12 a.m.

Inclement Weather Lunch Schedule

Grades ETK-K, 4

11:20-11:50 a.m.

Grades 1, 2

11:50 a.m. -12:20 p.m.

Grades 3, 5

12:20-12:50 p.m.

Instructional calendars

2019-20:

First semester – Aug. 20 to Dec. 20

Second semester – Jan. 13 to June 12

Winter recess – Dec. 23 to Jan. 10

Spring recess – April 6 to 10

2020-2021:

First semester – Aug. 18 to Dec. 18

Second semester – Jan. 11 to June 10

Winter recess – Dec. 21 to Jan. 8

Spring recess – March 29 to Apr. 2

2018-2019 Important Dates

Progress Report 1 Reporting Period

Grade Entry

Parent Conferences

Progress Report 2 Reporting Period

Grade Entry

Parent Conferences

Progress Report 3 Reporting Period

Grade Entry

Back to School

September 11

Open House

ITINERANT STAFF

Ronda Spotville, APEIS (Office, MON & FRI)

Suzanne Nichols, Itinerant Theater Teacher (Auditorium, TBD Semester 2)

Katherine Williamson, Itinerant Vocal Music Teacher (Auditorium, TUE)

Lorena Escobedo, Librarian (TUE, THUR, FRI)

Jason Skinner, Adapted Physical Education (APE) & Inclusive Physical Education (WED)

Kimberlee Bickerton, Physical Therapy

Christina Limcaco, Recreational Therapy

Katie Kong, Ed.S., NCSP School Psychologist (RM 23, TUE & FRI)

Thelma Kornreich, Art Therapist (Rm 26) (THURS)

Eric Burns, MSW, Specialized Populations PSA Counselor (FRI)

Dena Mizrahi, Occupational Therapy (RM 30, WED & THUR)

TBD: VACANT, RN School Nurse (Office)

Hitana van Melle-Seaton, Speech (RM 24, MON-FRI)

Vincent Licassi, Assistive Technology

Board of Education approved instructional calendars

The Board of Education approved instructional calendars for the next three school years that start classes before Labor Day and give students a week off at Thanksgiving and a three-week winter break between first and second semester.

2018-19:
First semester – Aug. 14 to Dec. 14
Second semester – Jan. 7 to June 7
Winter recess – Dec. 17 to Jan. 4
Spring recess – April 15 to 19

2019-20:
First semester – Aug. 20 to Dec. 20
Second semester – Jan. 13 to June 12
Winter recess – Dec. 23 to Jan. 10
Spring recess – April 6 to 10

2020-2021:
First semester – Aug. 18 to Dec. 18
Second semester – Jan. 11 to June 10
Winter recess – Dec. 21 to Jan. 8
Spring recess – March 29 to Apr. 2*
*March 26, 2021 will be an unassigned day, meaning schools will not be in session, in observance of Cesar E. Chavez's birthday.

The calendars also include school holidays for Admission Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day and Memorial Day.