Resources & Notices

Education records are governed by federal and state laws and regulations. The requirements of these laws and regulations are contained in School Board Policy 8330 entitled Education Records. Personally identifiable information concerning students shall be protected against theft, unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, misuse, or invasion of privacy. Unless specifically authorized by the Superintendent or produced pursuant to a request under the Indiana Access to Public Records Act, personally identifiable information concerning students shall not be left unprotected, shared or transferred.

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords parents and students who are 18 years of age or older ("eligible students") certain rights with respect to the student's education records. These rights are:

1. The right to inspect and review the student's education records within 45 days after the day the school receives a request for access.

Parents or eligible students who wish to inspect their child’s or their education records should submit to the school principal a written request that identifies the records they wish to inspect. The school official will make arrangements for access and notify the parent or eligible student of the time and place where the records may be inspected.

2. The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the parent or eligible student believes are inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy rights under FERPA.

Parents or eligible students who wish to ask the school to amend their child’s or their education record should write the school principal, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it should be changed. If the school decides not to amend the record as requested by the parent or eligible student, the school will notify the parent or eligible student of the decision and of their right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the parent or eligible student when notified of the right to a hearing.

3. The right to provide written consent before the school discloses personally identifiable information (PII) from the student's education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent.

One exception, which permits disclosure without consent, is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. 

• A school official typically includes a person employed by the school or school district as an administrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staff member (including health or medical staff and law enforcement unit personnel) or a person serving on the school board. 
• A school official also may include a volunteer, contractor, or consultant who, while not employed by the school, performs an institutional service or function for which the school would otherwise use its own employees and who is under the direct control of the school with respect to the use and maintenance of PII from education records, such as an attorney, auditor, medical consultant, or therapist; a parent or student volunteering to serve on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee; or a parent, student, or other volunteer assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks. 
• A school official typically has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. 
• Upon request, the school discloses education records without consent to officials of another school or school district in which a student seeks or intends to enroll, or is already enrolled if the disclosure is for purposes of the student’s enrollment or transfer.

4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the [School] to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA are: Student Privacy Policy Office U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20202

5. Directory information will be released to media organizations (including radio, television, and newspapers), colleges, civic or school related organizations, and state or local government agencies without the consent of a parent or eligible student.

• The Board designates, as student “directory information”: a student’s name; address; telephone number; photograph; date and place of birth; major field of study; participation in officially recognized activities and sports; height and weight, if a member of an athletic team; dates of attendance; date of graduation; awards received; or listing on an honor roll; and scholarships.
• Directory information shall not be provided to any organization for profit-making purposes. The superintendent may allow access to a school campus or give students’ directory information to organizations that make students aware of educational or occupational options.
• A parent or eligible student may request that any of all of such “directory information” not be disclosed with written notification to the principal’s office no later than twenty (20) calendar days from the date of receipt of this notice.
• In accordance with State and Federal law, parents of a high school student may request that the student’s name, address, and telephone number not be released to a recruiting officer of the Armed Forces. Parents and eligible students wishing to make such a request should provide written notification to the guidance department prior to the end of the student’s sophomore year using Form 8330 F9. This is a one-time opt-out opportunity.

6. FERPA permits the disclosure of PII from students’ education records, without consent of the parent or eligible student, if the disclosure meets certain conditions found in § 99.31 of the FERPA regulations. Except for disclosures to school officials, disclosures related to some judicial orders or lawfully issued subpoenas, disclosures of directory information, and disclosures to the parent or eligible student, § 99.32 of the FERPA regulations requires the school to record the disclosure. Parents and eligible students have a right to inspect and review the record of disclosures. A school may disclose PII from the education records of a student without obtaining prior written consent of the parents or the eligible student –

• To other school officials, including teachers, within the educational agency or institution whom the school has determined to have legitimate educational interests. This includes contractors, consultants, volunteers, or other parties to whom the school has outsourced institutional services or functions, provided that the conditions listed in § 99.31(a)(1)(i)(B)(1) - (a)(1)(i)(B)(3) are met. (§ 99.31(a)(1))
• To officials of another school, school system, or institution of postsecondary education where the student seeks or intends to enroll, or where the student is already enrolled if the disclosure is for purposes related to the student’s enrollment or transfer, subject to the requirements of § 99.34. (§ 99.31(a)(2))
• To authorized representatives of the U. S. Comptroller General, the U. S. Attorney General, the U.S. Secretary of Education, or State and local educational authorities, such as the State educational agency (SEA) in the parent or eligible student’s State. Disclosures under this provision may be made, subject to the requirements of § 99.35, in connection with an audit or evaluation of Federal- or State-supported education programs, or for the enforcement of or compliance with Federal legal requirements that relate to those programs. These entities may make further disclosures of PII to outside entities that are designated by them as their authorized representatives to conduct any audit, evaluation, or enforcement or compliance activity on their behalf, if applicable requirements are met. (§§ 99.31(a)(3) and 99.35)
• In connection with financial aid for which the student has applied or which the student has received, if the information is necessary for such purposes as to determine eligibility for the aid, determine the amount of the aid, determine the conditions of the aid, or enforce the terms and conditions of the aid. (§ 99.31(a)(4)) 
• To State and local officials or authorities to whom information is specifically allowed to be reported or disclosed by a State statute that concerns the juvenile justice system and the system’s ability to effectively serve, prior to adjudication, the student whose records were released, subject to § 99.38. (§ 99.31(a)(5))
• To organizations conducting studies for, or on behalf of, the school, in order to: (a) develop, validate, or administer predictive tests; (b) administer student aid programs; or (c) improve instruction, if applicable requirements are met. (§ 99.31(a)(6))
• To accrediting organizations to carry out their accrediting functions. (§ 99.31(a)(7))
• To parents of an eligible student if the student is a dependent for IRS tax purposes. (§ 99.31(a)(8))
• To comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued subpoena if applicable requirements are met. (§ 99.31(a)(9))
• To appropriate officials in connection with a health or safety emergency, subject to § 99.36. (§ 99.31(a)(10))
• Information the school has designated as “directory information” if applicable requirements under § 99.37 are met. (§ 99.31(a)(11))
• To an agency caseworker or other representative of a State or local child welfare agency or tribal organization who is authorized to access a student’s case plan when such agency or organization is legally responsible, in accordance with State or tribal law, for the care and protection of the student in foster care placement. (20 U.S.C. § 1232g(b)(1)(L))
• To the Secretary of Agriculture or authorized representatives of the Food and Nutrition Service for purposes of conducting program monitoring, evaluations, and performance measurements of programs authorized under the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act or the Child Nutrition Act of 1966, under certain conditions. (20 U.S.C. § 1232g(b)(1)(K))

The School Board respects the privacy rights of parents and their children. No student is required as a part of the school program or the Corporation’s curriculum to submit to or participate in any survey, analysis, or evaluation that reveals information concerning: 

• political affiliations or beliefs of the student or his/her parents;
• mental or psychological problems of the student or his/her family;
• sex behavior or attitudes;
• illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating, or demeaning behavior;
• critical appraisals of other individuals with whom respondents have close family relationships;
• legally recognized privileged and analogous relationships, such as those of lawyers, physicians, and ministers;  religious practices, affiliations, or beliefs of the student or his/her parents; or
• income (other than that required by law to determine eligibility for participation in a program or for receiving financial assistance under such a program).

Parents have the right to inspect, upon request, a survey or evaluation created by a third party before the survey/evaluation is administered or distributed by the school to the student. The parent will have access to the survey/evaluation within a reasonable period of time after the request is received by the building principal.

The parent of a student or an eligible student has the right to inspect upon request any instrument used in the collection of personal information before the instrument is administered or distributed to a student. Personal information for this section is defined as individually identifiable information including a student or parent's first and last name, a home or other physical address (including street name and the name of the city or town), a telephone number, or a Social Security identification number. In order to review the instrument, the parent or eligible student must submit a written request to the building principal at least twenty business days before the scheduled date of the activity. The instrument will be provided to the parent or eligible student within ten (10) business days of the principal receiving the request.

This section does not apply to the collection, disclosure, or use of personal information collected from students for the exclusive purpose of developing, evaluating, or providing educational products or services for, or to, students or educational institutions, such as the following:

• college or other postsecondary education recruitment, or military recruitment
• book clubs, magazine, and programs providing access to low-cost literary products
• curriculum and instructional materials used by elementary and secondary schools
• tests and assessments used by elementary and secondary schools to provide cognitive, evaluative, diagnostic, clinical, aptitude, or achievement information about students (or to generate other statistically useful data for the purpose of securing such tests and assessments) and the subsequent analysis and public release of the aggregate data from such tests and assessments
• the sale by students of products or services to raise funds for school- related or education-related activities
• student recognition programs

The Board will not allow the collection, disclosure, or use of personal information collected from students for the purpose of marketing or for selling that information (or otherwise providing that information to others for that purpose).

In accordance with the requirement of Section 1111 of Title I, for each school receiving Title I funds, the Superintendent shall make sure that all parents of students in that school are notified that they may request, and the Corporation will provide the following information on the student’s classroom teachers:

A. Whether the teacher(s) have met the State qualification and licensing criteria for the grade level and subject areas they are teaching.

B. Whether the teacher(s) is teaching under any emergency or provisional status in which the State requirements have been waived.

C. The undergraduate major of the teacher(s) and the area of study and any certificates for any graduate degrees earned.

D. The qualifications of any paraprofessionals providing services to their child(ren).

E. In addition, the parents shall be provided:

• information on the level of achievement of their child(ren) on the required State academic assessments;

• timely notice if the student is assigned to a teacher who is not "highly qualified" as required, or if the student is taught for more than four (4) weeks by a teacher who is not highly qualified.

The notices and information shall be provided in an understandable format, and to the extent possible, in a language the parent(s) understand.

The Superintendent shall prepare administrative guidelines to ensure that students and parents are adequately informed each year regarding their right to inspect instructional materials and the procedure for completing such an inspection. See AG 9130A and Form 9130 F3.

If the request, suggestion, complaint, or concern relates to instructional materials such as textbooks, library books, reference works, and other instructional aids used in the Corporation, the following procedure shall be followed:

A. The criticism is to be addressed to the principal, in writing, and shall include:

1. author;
2. title;
3. publisher;
4. the complainant's familiarity with the material objected to;
5. sections objected to, by page and item;
6. reasons for objection.

B. Upon receipt of the information, the principal may, after advising the director of the complaint, and upon the Superintendent's approval, appoint a review committee which may consist of:

1. one (1) or more professional staff members including the principal;
2. one (1) or more lay persons knowledgeable in the area.

C. The Superintendent and/or director shall be an ex officio member of the committee.

D. The committee, in evaluating the questioned material, shall be guided by the following criteria:

1. the appropriateness of the material for the age and maturity level of the students with whom it is being used
2. the accuracy of the material
3. the objectivity of the material
4. the use being made of the material

E. The material in question may be or may not be withdrawn from use pending the committee's recommendation to the Superintendent.

F. The committee's recommendation shall be reported to the Superintendent in writing within thirty (30) business days following the formation of the committee. The Superintendent will advise the complainant, in writing, of the committee's recommendation and advise the Board of the action taken or recommended. 

G. The complainant may appeal this decision, within thirty (30) business days, to the Board through a written request to the Superintendent, who shall forward the request and all written material relating to the matter to the Board.

H. The Board shall review the case and advise the complainant, in writing, of its decision.

No challenged material may be removed from the curriculum or from a collection of resource materials except by action of the Board, and no challenged material may be removed solely because it presents ideas that may be unpopular or offensive to some. Any Board action to remove material will be accompanied by the Board's statement of its reasons for the removal.

Indiana State Law IC 20-30-5-18 requires that school systems provide important information to parents and guardians of all students about meningitis and the vaccines available to prevent one type of this serious illness at the beginning of each school year.

One type of meningitis is caused by a bacterium called Neisseria meningitidis. Infections caused by this bacterium are serious, and may lead to death. Symptoms of an infection with Neisseria meningitidis may include a high fever, headache, stiff neck, nausea, confusion and a rash. This disease can become severe very quickly and often leads to deafness, mental retardation, loss of arms or legs and even death. The bacteria are spread from close person to person contact through the exchange of nose and throat secretions, by activities such as kissing or sharing eating or drinking utensils. The bacteria are not spread by casual contact or by simply breathing the air where a person with meningitis has been.

There are two vaccines that can help prevent cases of this disease in teens and young adults. The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends vaccination of children with the meningococcal conjugate vaccine (Menactra and Menveo) at 11 or 12 years of age, with a booster dose of the vaccine at 16 years of age. The booster dose at age 16 provides ongoing protection from the disease after high school.

The state of Indiana requires all students in grades 6-12 to have the appropriate number of meningococcal conjugate vaccine doses. One dose of meningococcal conjugate vaccine is required for all students in 6th -11th grade. A second booster dose is required for students entering 12th grade. These vaccines are a legal requirement for school entry (Indiana Administrative Code 410 IAC 1-1-1) for the current school year.

All students in grades 6-12 must have acceptable documentation of required immunizations on record at the school they are currently attending. An acceptable record includes a signed record from the child’s health care provider indicating the name of the vaccine given and the date it was given, a record of the immunization in the state immunization registry (CHIRP) prior to the start of the school year, or a record from another school showing the required immunizations have been given.

Many local health departments and private healthcare providers offer this vaccine. Please contact your health care provider for specific instructions regarding your child.

Additional information about meningococcal disease can be found at:

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

IN State Department of Health

The Indiana State Department of Health and the Indiana Department of Education have asked that school systems provide important information to parents and guardians of students about pertussis (whooping cough) and the vaccines available to prevent this serious illness.

Pertussis is a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by the bacteria Bordetella pertussis.

Pertussis is spread by droplets created when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Infants and young children are usually vaccinated against pertussis, but the vaccine becomes less effective as children get older, and vaccinated children can become infected. Pertussis causes severe coughing fits. During a coughing fit, the infected person may be short of breath and appear frightened. The coughing fit may be followed by vomiting and exhaustion. Young infants are at highest risk for developing complications from the disease like pneumonia and seizures.

Teens and adults who received the whooping cough vaccine when they were younger might have milder disease if they get sick with pertussis, but they can still spread it to others. The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends a pertussis vaccine for all 11 to 12-year-old children, and for anyone older who did not have a at the vaccine at 11-12 years of age. The pertussis vaccine (T dap) is combined with tetanus vaccine and takes the place of one tetanus booster shot. The Tdap vaccine can be given as soon as one year after a regular tetanus booster.

As of the 2010-2011 school year, the Tdap vaccine is required for all students in grades 6 -12. Please talk with your child's healthcare provider about the Tdap vaccine.

• Additional resources for families to obtain information about pertussis disease include the following websites: The Indiana State Department of Health
• The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Crown Point Community School Corporation Student Computer Handbook Definition “Computer” refers to corporation owned computers and iPads provided to students by the school for educational use only.

Computer Labeling and Identication

• Computers will be labeled in the manner specified by the CPCSC.
• Computers can be identied by serial number, CPCSC asset tag, and individual’s Google Account username. Under no circumstances are students to modify, remove, or destroy identication labels.

 

Taking Care of Your Computer

• Students are responsible for the care of their computer.
• Computers must remain free of scratches, drawings, etchings, decorative writing, drawing, stickers, paint, tape, or labels (except for CPCSC labels).
• Computers and internet use are subject to inspection and must follow the Crown Point Community School Corporation acceptable use policy. Spot checks for compliance may be done by teachers, administration, or CPCSC Technicians at any time.
• The student will not attempt to disassemble or repair the device at any time; all repairs will go through Crown Point Technology Staff.
• Students must not install software on their computer other than what has been approved by Crown Point Schools.
• Computers that are broken or fail to work properly must be taken to the school office for elementary, the Media Center for Middle School, and the Learning Commons at CPHS. If a loaner computer is needed, one will be issued to the student until the assigned computer can be repaired or replaced.

 

General Precautions

• Protect the computer at school, at home, and in transit. A protective computer case is an optional accessory to absorb impact caused by dropping the computer while in use or transit. If transporting the computer in a backpack, purchase a backpack with a built-in protective pocket for the computer.
• No food or drink is allowed next to your computer while it is in use.
• Carefully and properly insert cords, cables, removable storage devices, and earphone jacks into appropriate ports on the computer.
• When carrying the computer:
  • Insert the computer in the protective case, if you have one.
  • Close the screen and carry it close to your body.
  • Be aware of other students in hallways, classrooms, or community spaces where horseplay or accidents may occur.
• Computers should never be shoved into a locker or wedged into a book bag as this may break the screen.
• Do not expose your computer to extreme temperatures or direct sunlight for extended periods of time. Extreme heat or cold may cause damage to the computer.
• Always bring your computer to room temperature before turning it on. 

 

Username and Password Security

Username and password security is a vital part of keeping student accounts safe and protected at all times. Do not use your school email to sign up for personal accounts such as on gaming sites, etc. Protect your passwords. Anything done under your username and password appears to have been done by you.

• Develop a system to store usernames and passwords only you can access.
• Do not give your usernames and passwords to any other person.
• Do not allow others to use your username and password. Any activity associated with your username (like visiting inappropriate websites) appears to have been done by you.
• Do not allow others to use your accounts.
• Hide your usernames and passwords. Do not post usernames and passwords on your computer, inside your locker, or any other places visible to others.

 

Acceptable Use

Computers are subject to the Crown Point Community School Corporation acceptable use policy. The Corporation has the right to monitor, review and inspect any directories, files, and/or messages residing on or sent using the Corporation’s computers/networks. Messages relating to or in support of illegal activities will be reported to the appropriate authorities.

Only the Internet gateway provided by the school may be accessed while in the school. GoGuardian is a filtering and monitoring application of student internet, application, and extension activity. The Crown Point ltering and management systems include the following to provide alerts of inappropriate use.

• Internet sites are filtered using a category-based system and customized lists.
• Student internet, application, and extension activity is monitored while in school and on the school network.
• Webpages are analyzed for inappropriate content while loading.
• Inappropriate student activity is flagged.
• Real-time alerts occur when inappropriate content is accessed.

 

Screen Care

The computer screen can be damaged if subjected to rough treatment. The screens are particularly sensitive to damage from excessive pressure on the screen.

• Do not lean on top of the computer.
• Do not pick up or carry an open computer by the screen.
• Do not place anything near the computer that could put pressure on the screen.
• Do not place anything in a carrying case that will press against the cover.
• Do not poke or forcibly contact the screen with fingers, hand, or object.
• Do not place anything on the keyboard before closing the lid (e.g. pens, pencils, notebooks).
• Clean the screen with a soft, dry, anti-static, or micro-fiber cloth. Do not use window cleaner or any type of liquid or water on the computer.

 

Using the Computer

At school

A fully charged computer is essential for use during the school day. Therefore, when the computer is taken home after school, the device needs to be in a fully charged condition for the next day of school. The computer is intended for use at school each day. Computers are used to access teacher expectations, daily agendas, course assignments, course resources, course assessments, school messages, announcements, calendars, academic handbooks, student handbooks, and schedules. Students are responsible for bringing their computer to all classes, unless specically advised not to do so by their teacher.

At Home

If taking the computer home at night, return it fully charged. If students leave their computer at home, they must immediately phone parents to bring the computer to school. Repeat violations of this policy will result in referral to administration and possible disciplinary action.

Unless directed by the teacher to return the charging cord to school, it is recommended that students leave the charging cord at home. If fully charged at home, the battery will last throughout the day for normal instructional use.

 

Updates to the computer

Updates to the Chrome Operating System, the Buzz learning management system, and learning applications occur constantly. To maintain the highest performance level on the computer, you should weekly sign-out → shutdown → restart → login while connected to the internet. Doing this process provides a consistent user experience for the learner and teachers so that the computer is not a barrier to learning in the classroom.

 

Storing and Securing Your computer

Students are responsible for appropriately securing and storing their computer during and after school, while at extra-curricular activities, and at home.

During the School Day

• During the school day when students are not using their computer, they should be secured and safely stored.
• Under no circumstances should a student leave their computer in the cafeteria, unlocked classrooms, library, locker rooms, gym, dressing rooms, hallways, bathrooms, or any other entity that is not securely locked or in which there is no supervision.
• Do not stretch the charging cord in or across a place where someone may trip, fall, or damage the computer.
• Nothing should be placed on top of the computer at any time.
• Computers found unattended will be taken to the Office/Learning Commons. Disciplinary action may be taken for improper care of a computer.

During after school Extra-Curricular Events

• During after school extra-curricular events when students are not using their computer, they should be secured and safely stored.
• If a locker is not available, do not leave your computer in the cafeteria, on the bus, in unlocked classrooms, library, locker rooms, gym, dressing rooms, hallways, bathrooms, or any other entity that is not securely locked or in which there is no supervision.
• Do not stretch the charging cord in or across a place where someone may trip, fall, or damage the computer.
• Computers should never be stored in a vehicle.
• Nothing should be placed on top of the computer at any time.
• Computers found unattended after school will be taken to the office. Disciplinary action may be taken for improper care of a computer.

Outside of School

• Outside of school, when students are not using their computer, they should be stored in safe, secure spaces.
• Computers should never be stored in a vehicle.
• Do not leave computers on the floor unattended.
• Do not stretch the charging cord in or across a place where someone may trip, fall, or damage the computer.
• Nothing should be placed on top of the computer at any time.
• Computers that are found should be taken to the school office.
• Disciplinary action may be taken for improper care of a computer.

 

Student Google Accounts

Crown Point student Google and email accounts are active until May 31 of the year after a student graduates. On June 1 the email account will be deleted. To move your email and documents from your @students.cps.k12.in.us Google account to a new place where you can access them when/if needed, please see instructions below.

To keep documents from the Google Drive and/or bookmarks, photos, contacts and so on, please go to this link: https://takeout.google.com/settings/takeout

1. Select the data to include.
2. Click “Next” at the bottom of the list.
3. For “Delivery Method” choose “Send download link via email”
4. Click “Download archive” in the email.
5. A new window will open a browser with the download file.
6. Open your file. The file contains your documents, bookmarks, extensions, applications.
7. Store/Save the file contents in a different location, not your Google school account.

 

Sound

Computer speakers must be muted at all times unless permission is obtained from the teacher for instructional purposes.

 

Printing

• At CPHS:CPHS students are able to print at Crown Point High School Learning Commons using the computer.
• At K-8 Schools: Printers are not available to student computers.
• At Home: The computer will not support a physical printer connection. Instead, users may print to their home printers using the Google Cloud Print service. A wireless home network and Google Account are required for this service. https://www.google.com/cloudprint/learn/

 

Repairing Your Computer

The computer is the property of the Crown Point Community School Corporation. Therefore, the device must be repaired by Crown Point Technology staff.

In a one-device-to-one-student environment it is impossible for technology staff to maintain a working environment for all, if too much time is spent fixing every glitch that may arise. If technical difficulties occur, technical staff will use the “5-minute” rule. If the problem cannot be fixed in 5 minutes, the computer will be restored to factory defaults. Restoring the Chrome OS will restore the device to the state in which the user originally received it. All student created files stored on an external miniSD card, USB ash drive, or Google Drive will be intact after the operating system is restored. All files saved on the computer that have been synced to Google Drive will be intact. However, all other data (music, photos, documents) stored on internal memory that has NOT been synced will not be restored.

Computers Undergoing Repair

• Students and parents will be charged for computer damage that is a result of an accident, misuse, or abuse. Parents will be billed for parts. For repair charges see the CP 2.0 - Blended/Personalized Learning frequently asked questions.
• Students will have access to another computer while their computer is being repaired. If repair is needed due to malicious damage, the school may refuse to provide a loaner computer.
• Repaired computers will end up with the original factory image as first received. It is important that students keep their school data synced to cloud drives so documents and class projects will not be lost. Personal information that cannot be replaced should be kept at home on an external storage device.

 

Loss or Theft of a computer

The Crown Point Community School Corporation requires a police report be submitted in cases of theft. Fraudulent reporting of theft will be turned over to the police for prosecution. A student making a false report will also be subject to disciplinary action as outlined by the school discipline code.

Parents/Students will be charged the full replacement cost of a device that has been lost or damaged.

 

Student Withdrawal and Computer Return

The school-owned computer and charger must be returned immediately at the time a student is no longer enrolled at the school. Unreturned computers and chargers will be treated as stolen property. The full replacement cost of the computer and charger will be charged. All available means to recover the computer and charger or the replacement cost will be sought.

 

Computer Student Pledge

1. I will take good care of my computer.
2. I will use my computer in ways that are appropriate for education.
3. I will know where my computer is at all times.
4. I will never leave my computer unattended in an unsecured or unsupervised location.
5. I will never loan my computer to other individuals.
6. I will not give my username and password to any other person.
7. I will not allow others to use my username and password.
8. I will charge my computer battery to full capacity every night for school use the next day.
9. I will keep food and beverages away from my computer since they may cause damage to the device.
10. I will not take apart my computer.
11. I will not attempt to repair my computer.
12. I will protect my computer by carrying it in a secure manner to avoid damage. 
13. I will not place decorations (stickers, markers, writing, etc.) on the computer. Statement of Agreement Rules and regulations are necessary in order to offer technology opportunities to students. I agree to abide by this Computer Handbook and the CPCSC acceptable use policy

It is the policy of the Crown Point School Corporation to provide an equal opportunity for all students, regardless of race, color, creed, disability, religion, gender, ancestry, age, national origin, place of residence within the boundaries of the Corporation, or social or economic background, to learn through the curriculum offered in this corporation.

All inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies of the school Corporation or to address any complaint of discrimination contact:

Arthur A. Equihua, Chief Human Resource Officer, 1050 S. Main St., Crown Point, IN 46307 219-663-3371

Information and laws regarding equitable education can be found on the Indiana Department of Education website.

If you live in any of the following situations, you may qualify for certain rights and protections under the federal McKinney-Vento Act.

• In a shelter
• In a motel or campground due to lack of accommodation
• In a car, park, abandoned building or bus/train station
• Doubled up with other people due to loss of housing or economic hardship

Please contact the Homeless Liaison for the Crown Point Community School Corporation:

Art Equihua,  Chief Human Resource Officer 

1050 S. Main St., Crown Point, Indiana 46307

(219) 663-3371 ext. 10225          aequihua01@cps.k12.in.us

Helpful links and resources:

• Crown Point School Corporation district plan for homelessness
• Indiana Dept. of Education McKinney-Vento information for parents and youth
• Guide to the Rights of Youth Experiencing Homelessness brochure

Flora Jones

Director of Student Pathways & Opportunities

Indiana Department of Education

100 N. Senate Ave Indianapolis, IN 46204

Phone: (317) 232-9166

Email: mckinneyventopoc@doe.in.gov

The School Corporation is committed to providing a safe environment for students. It seeks to prevent children from being exposed to pests and pesticides. While pesticides protect children from pests that may be found in the school and its surrounding grounds, under some circumstances they may post a hazard to children. Therefore, pest control practices may involve a variety of chemical and non-chemical methods that are designed to control pests effectively while minimizing potential pesticide exposure. 

The Corporation will: 

• annually inform parents and staff members of the Corporation's pest control policy at the time of student registration by a separate memorandum or as a provision in the staff and/or student handbook;
• provide the name and phone number of the person to contact for information regarding pest control;
• establish a registry of parents and staff members who want to receive advance notice of all pesticide use and provide such notice;
• provide notice of planned pesticide applications to parents and employees who have requested advance notice;
• maintain a written record for ninety (90) days of any pesticide applications. 

This information is being published to comply with the requirements of 40 CFR 763, Subpart E, Asbestos Containing Materials in Schools. This regulation, commonly known as the "AHERA" rule, requires local education agencies, such as this one, to perform certain tasks in regards to the presence and control of asbestos containing materials in the buildings under the jurisdiction of the local education agency.

These include but are not limited to:

1. Developing an asbestos management plan which is designed to outline procedures and guidelines for the initial inspection, triennial re-inspections, and 6 month periodic surveillance of asbestos-containing materials that are present in the buildings.
2. Provide awareness training and additional training to selected school employees.
3. Periodically notify all workers and occupants, or their local guardians, parent teacher organizations, and collective bargaining organizations of the availability of asbestos management plans, the location of same and the times that the plans may be reviewed.

This notification is to advise all patrons, occupants, or their legal guardians, collective bargaining organizations, and parent-teachers organizations, that the asbestos management plans required under this act are available for review upon request. The plans can be viewed by any person during normal business hours of the particular school. Interested parties wishing to inquire about the plans should contact the individual school office. Master copies of the plans for all buildings under the jurisdiction of this local education agency are available in the Support Service Center in the Buildings and Grounds Department, which is located at 1151 East Summit Street, Crown Point, Indiana 46307; telephone number (219) 663-5701. Inquiries regarding any facet of the regulation or the management plans should be directed to Mr. Mike Malaski at the above telephone number during regular business hours.

Crown Point Community School Corporation school facilities and buildings which contain asbestos containing materials (ACMs) and must comply with the 40 CFR 763, Subpart E (AHERA) regulations include: Crown Point Education Center, Winfield, Lake Street, Solon Robinson, and Timothy Ball Elementary Schools, and the Support Service Center.

* The next required triennial inspection will be performed in 2026.

* The required six month surveillance was conducted in May of 2025.

* The required six month periodic surveillance activities are scheduled for May and September each year.

School facilities and buildings that are asbestos free and require no surveillance or re-inspection are as follows: Crown Point High School, Col. John Wheeler Middle School, MacArthur Elementary, Eisenhower Elementary, Taft Middle School, Support Service Center, Crown Point Administrative Office and Jerry Ross Elementary

410 I.A.C. 33-3-1 requires that a school corporation appoint an indoor air quality coordinator who serves as the lead contact person for indoor air quality issues.

The Indoor Air Quality Coordinator is: Mr. Mike Malaski, Director of Facilities and Maintenance Operations, Crown Point, IN, 46307.

219-663-5701 mmalaski@cps.k12.in.us