BMS-Prairie Student Handbook 2021-22

Statements published in this handbook are subject to such changes as needed to ensure continued compliance with Federal, State, or local regulations and are subject to review and alterations as may become necessary for the routine operation of the school. 

Due to the continued impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on classrooms and co-curricular activities, some provisions of the Student Handbook may be adapted or modified to best reflect changes that may occur in the school environment.  

Attendance Areas

Health Office

One to World

SEL / Mental Health Resources

Student Services and Support

Registration Information

Elementary School: Student Identification Cards

Middle School: Student Identification Cards

BHS: Student Identification Cards

All Barrington 220 School District Board of Education Policies are currently under review and subject to change at any time.

Chapter 1 - Introductory Information and General Notices
General School Information
Visitors
Equal Opportunity and Sex Equity
Animals on School Property
School Volunteers
Emergency School Closings
Video and Audio Monitoring System
Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities
Students with Food Allergies
Care of Students with Diabetes
Suicide and Depression Awareness and Prevention

Chapter 2 - Attendance, Promotion and Graduation
Attendance
Student Absences
Release Time for Religious Instruction and Observance
Make-Up Work
Truancy
Grading and Promotion
Homework
Exemption from P.E. Requirements [K - 8 and HS]
Home and Hospital Instruction
Early Graduation [HS]

Chapter 3 - Student Fees and Meal Costs
Fees, Fines and Charges; Waiver of Student Fees
Application for Fee Waiver
School Lunch Program

Chapter 4 - Transportation and Parking
Bus Transportation
Bus Conduct

Chapter 5 - Health and Safety
Immunization, Health, Eye and Dental Examination
Student Medication
Guidance and Counseling [HS]
Guidance and Counseling [K-8]
Safety Drill Procedures
Communicable Disease
Head Lice
Emergency Treatment
Health Forms and Documents

Chapter 6 - Discipline and Conduct
General Building Conduct
School Dress Code and Student Appearance
Student Discipline
Suspension Procedures
Expulsion Procedures
Prevention of and Response to Bullying, Intimidation and Harassment
Sexual Harassment and Teen Dating Violence Prohibited
Cafeteria Rules [K-8]
Field Trips
Access to Student Social Networking Passwords and Websites
Student Use of Electronic Devices

Chapter 7 - Internet, Technology and Publications
Internet Acceptable Use
Guidelines for Student Distribution of Non-School Publications

Chapter 8 - Search and Seizure
Search and Seizure

Chapter 9 - Athletics and Extra-Curricular Activities
Extracurricular and Athletic Activities Code of Conduct
Student-Athlete Concussions and Head Injuries

Chapter 10 - Special Education
Education of Children with Disabilities
Discipline of Students with Disabilities
Exemption From P.E. Requirement [HS]
Certificate of High School Completion [HS]
Access to Classroom for Special Education Observation or Evaluation

Chapter 11 - Student Records and Privacy
Student Privacy Protections
Student Records
Student Biometric Information
Military Recruiters and Institutions of Higher Learning [HS]

Chapter 12 - Parental Right Notifications
Teacher Qualifications
Standardized Testing
Homeless Child's Right to Education
Sex Education Instruction
Notice to Parents on Sex Education Instruction
Parent Involvement Compact (Title I)
English Learners
School Visitation Rights
Pesticide Application Notice
Mandated Reporter
Unsafe School Transfer
Sex Offender Notification Law
Violent Offender Community Notification
Asbestos Management Plan
Uniform Grievance Procedure