CRESCENT LAKE SCHOOL

STUDENT & FAMILY HANDBOOK

STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

  2024-2025

 

 Helping Each Child Create the Future 

Governor Wentworth Regional School District

SAU #49

Principal Brian Beaverstock bbeaverstock@sau49.org   Administrative Assistant Janna Barron jbarron@sau49.org    Grade 4 Classroom Teachers Brittany McGuire bmcguire@sau49.org  Judy Moore jmoore@sau49.org Cara Parsons cparsons@sau49.org    Grade 5 Classroom Teachers Vera Blanchet vblanchet@sau49.org  Melanie Hodge mhodge@sau49.org   Krissy Rogers klrogers@sau49.org    Grade 6 Classroom Teachers Valerie Custeau vcusteau@sau49.org  Fallone Evans fevans@sau49.org  Bob Kelley rkelley@sau49.org  Patrick McCafferty pmccafferty@sau49.org    Art  Steve Arinello sarinello@sau49.org    Health Elizabeth Bronson ebronson@sau49.org	Music - General Julie Carbone jcarbone@sau49.org    Music - Band Caryn Chassie cchassie@sau49.org    Physical Education Marie Deane mdeane@sau49.org     Library Media Specialist Chrissy Rapoza crapoza@sau49.org   School Counselor Morgan Polish mpolish@sau49.org    Special Education Teachers Dave Casto dcasto@sau49.org  Erin Emery eemery@sau49.org    Diagnostic Prescriptive Teacher Rhonda Campbell rcampbell@sau49.org     Special Education Secretary Kathleen Gilbert kgilbert@sau49.org    Speech & Language Pathologist Alison Wichroski awichroski@sau49.org    Reading Specialist Kathy LeMay klemay@sau49.org  Reading Assistant - TBD	Occupational Therapist Ashley LaRochelle alarochelle@sau49.org    Math Coach Christie Diamond cjdiamond@sau49.org    Student Support Center Dawn Dore ddore@sau49.org    Nurse Kaitrin Downey clsnurse@sau49.org    Special Education Assistants Garrison Barron Andreza Crowder Hope Eldridge Lauren Fleet Victoria Goldberg Maggie Morrill Kali Purington   Assistants/Proctors Sarah Wright   Custodial Services Eric Chesley Gail Straw   Cafeteria Services Mary Chase - Director Shirley Langford

 

Governor Wentworth Regional School District (GWRSD)

School Board Policies

 

A complete copy of all GWRSD School Board Policies can be found here.

If you would like a printed copy of a specific policy, please contact the school.
 

Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity 

The school district does not discriminate on the basis of sex or other protected categories in its education programs and activities, as required by federal and state laws/regulations.

Discrimination against and harassment of students because of age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, ancestry or national origin, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, religion or economic status are prohibited.

 

Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity (Policy AC)  is found here

 

Procedures for Policy AC are found here.

Regulations for Policy AC are found here


 

2023-2024 GWRSD School Calendar 

can be found here. 

 

 

 

Parents Right to Know – Title I Schools

Each year, as required by law, schools that receive Title I funds must notify parents/guardians that they may request information regarding the professional qualifications of their child’s teachers.  This information will be provided by the school in a timely manner.  At a minimum this includes the following:

•   whether the teacher meets the NH requirements for the grade level(s) and subject

 areas taught

•   whether the teacher is teaching under emergency status that the Department of Education

 has temporarily waived his/her certification requirement

•   the teacher’s degree(s) and any other graduate certifications held by the teacher and the

 field of discipline of the certification or degree

•   whether the child is provided services by a paraprofessional and, if so, his/her 

 qualifications

 

Each Title I school must also provide parents with the following information:

•   the level of achievement their child has made on all state assessments

•   timely notice if a child has been taught for four or more consecutive weeks by a 

teacher  who is not highly qualified

 

All information provided to parents must be clearly written and provided in a language the parent is able to understand.  Please contact your school principal or Linda Perrow, grant writer/project manager, at 603.569.0221 if you have any questions regarding your Right to Know or if you would like to request any information.
 

ANNUAL NOTICE OF STUDENT EDUCATION RECORDS AND INFORMATION RIGHTS 

The federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (“FERPA”) provides certain rights to parents  and eligible students (18 years of age or older) with respect to the student’s education records. 

A. Inspection of Records 

Parents/eligible students may inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days of  making a request. Such requests must be submitted to the Superintendent or building principal in  writing and must identify the record(s) to be inspected. The Superintendent or building principal will  notify the parent/eligible student of the time and place where the record(s) may be inspected in the  presence of school staff. Parents/eligible students may obtain copies of education records at a cost  of 10 cents per page.  

B. Amendment of Records 

Parents/eligible students may ask the School District to amend education records they believe are  inaccurate, misleading or in violation of the student’s right to privacy. Such requests must be  submitted to the Superintendent or building principal in writing, clearly identify the part of the record  they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate or misleading. If the Superintendent or building  principal decides not to amend the record as requested, the parent/eligible student will be notified of  the decision, their right to request a hearing and information about the hearing process. 

C. Disclosure of Records  

The School District must obtain a parent/eligible student’s written consent prior to disclosure of  personally identifiable information in education records except in circumstances permitted by law or  regulations as summarized below. 

 

1. Directory Information 

The School District designates the following student information as directory information that may be  made public at its discretion: the student’s name, grade, grade level/year of graduation, age, activity  participation, school, honors and awards, weight and height for athletic teams at secondary schools,  and parent/guardian name. Parents/eligible students who do not want the School District to disclose  

directory information must notify the building principal in writing by October 1 or within thirty (30)  calendar days of enrollment, whichever is later. This opt-out request will remain in effect until the  beginning of the next school year. 

2. Military Recruiters/Institutions of Higher Education  

Military recruiters and institutions of higher education are entitled to receive the names, addresses  and telephone numbers of secondary school students and the School District must comply with any  such request, provided that parents have been notified of their right to request that this information  not be released without their prior written consent. Parents/eligible students who do not want the  School District to disclose this information without their prior written consent must notify the  Superintendent in writing by October 1 or within thirty (30) days of enrollment, whichever is later.  

3. School Officials with Legitimate Educational Interests 

Education records may be disclosed to school officials with a “legitimate educational interest.” A  school official has a legitimate educational interest if he/she needs to review an education record in  order to fulfill his/her professional responsibility. School officials include persons employed by the  School District as an administrator, supervisor, instructor or support staff member (including health or  medical staff and law enforcement unit personnel); members of the School District’s School Board;  persons or companies with whom the School District has contracted to provide specific services (such  as attorneys, auditors, medical consultants, evaluators or therapists); and volunteers who are under  the direct control of the School District with regard to education records. 

4. Health or Safety Emergencies 

In accordance with federal regulations, the School District may disclose education records in a health  or safety emergency to any person whose knowledge of the information is necessary to protect the  health or safety of the student or other individuals without prior written consent. 

5. Other Entities/Individuals 

Education records may be disclosed to other entities and individuals as specifically permitted by law.  Parents/eligible students may obtain information about other exceptions to the written consent  requirement by request to the Superintendent or building principal. 

D. Complaints Regarding School District Compliance with FERPA  

Parents/eligible students who believe that the School District has not complied with the requirements  of FERPA have the right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education. The office that  administers FERPA is: 

Family Policy Compliance Office 

U.S. District of Education 

400 Maryland Avenue, SW 

Washington, DC 20202 

 

See related GWRSD District  policy and form

 

 

GENERAL INFORMATION

 

Attendance

Regular and punctual patterns of attendance is required of each student. Student attendance is the responsibility of the parents/guardian and student.  We appreciate your continued understanding and cooperation in our effort to ensure your child’s attendance.  School begins at 8:40 am - Students are marked tardy after 8:50 am. Students may begin to arrive at school no earlier than 8:15 am unless previously arranged with a CLS staff member.  Dismissal - The school day ends at 3:15 pm.  Students are dismissed at 3:15 pm for parent pick-up and walkers.  Bus students are dismissed between 3:20-3:30 pm depending upon the arrival of buses. 

    

• Absence - If your child is going to be absent, please call the school office 603-569-0223 and state the name of the student, date of absence, and reason.   

• Tardiness - It is the responsibility of the student and the parent/guardian that students arrive on time. However, If you are bringing your child to school late, parents/guardians/caretaker must walk the child into the building and sign them in.  Students may not be dropped off at the curb. Oversleeping is not a good reason for being tardy.  Extenuating circumstances such as doctor’s appointments and family emergencies do occur and are understandable. Students who are tardy due to bus delays are excused and not counted as tardy. 

• Please see further information contained in the GWRSD policy on Student Attendance, Absences, and Truancy here

 

Birthday Celebrations

We know each family enjoys celebrating their child’s birthday; however, sending individual invitations to children sets up a difficult situation for those not invited.  Unless all students in a class are receiving a birthday invitation, they should be distributed outside of the school day.  In addition, concurring with our school district Wellness Policy, if treats are sent in, they must meet our Wellness Policy guidelines.  Please contact your child’s classroom teacher for suggestions.

 

Cell Phone Use

Students are permitted to have cell phones in their possession with parent approval. However cell phone use is not allowed at school. Cell phones must be “off and  away.” The school is not responsible for any lost or damaged cell phones. Using a cellphone without permission, classroom interruptions caused by cell phone messages or noise alerts can all lead to confiscation of a cell phone.  If the need arises to  confiscate a student’s cell phone, parents/guardians will be contacted by school personnel. 

Parents and guardians may reach their child with messages through the main office of school. 

Dress Code

Please find the GWRSD policy here.  The school board policy states “Principals, or their designees, are authorized to interpret this policy in their respective buildings as appropriate and necessary.” It also states that the “following apparel is not to be worn during the school day: clothing with offensive, lewd, vulgar, or racist language or pictures, tops that do not properly cover the upper body and mid-section, bottoms that do not properly cover the lower body, or clothing that glorifies, encourages, or promotes the use of alcohol or other drugs.”

At Crescent Lake School, clothing that will “properly cover the upper body and mid-section” will be defined as covering all undergarments. Spaghetti strap tops, low cut tops, shirts that do not cover the midsection will not be allowed as they do not properly cover the upper body and mid-section. At CLSl, “bottoms that do not properly cover the lower body” will be defined as covering all undergarments. Ripped pants that expose undergarments, high-cut running shorts, bottoms that are covered entirely by tops, and wearing boxers or other undergarments on the outside will not be allowed as they do not properly cover the lower body. 

Head coverings, hats, hoods are not allowed in the office area where our staff must be able to see and identify students.  Other classroom areas such as PE class will not allow students to wear head coverings for safety reasons.  In other areas of the school, including classrooms, students may be asked to remove any hat, hood, or head covering if such article is interfering with learning.  This decision is at the discretion of the teacher or staff member.  Please refer to the district policy JICA linked at the beginning of this section.

At Crescent Lake School, students have recess daily. For this reason, students need sturdy shoes that cover their toes and have a back strap. Sandals, flip-flops, sliders, slippers are not allowed as they do not cover the toes or have a backstrap. Crocs are allowed only if students are wearing the back ankle strap. Medical exceptions to these rules can be discussed and reviewed through parent/guardian and school administration. 

 

Gum Chewing

At Crescent Lake School, we strive to keep our schools clean and healthy.  The disposal of gum causes problems when chewed gum is found "stuck" under desks, tables, chairs, sinks, toilets, etc. Therefore, gum chewing is not allowed at our school and students will be asked to dispose of any gum. Continual disregard to this expectation may result in student behavioral referral and disciplinary measures. We appreciate your understanding of this rule.  Individual classroom teachers may allow gum chewing for certain activities or student situations.

 

Lost and Found

There is a “lost and found” table located near the gym and Dining Room at CLS.  If you have lost something, check this location.  To avoid this prospect, we recommend labeling all student apparel.  If you find something that does not belong to you, please bring it to the office.  Students should not bring large sums of money or valuable personal items to school.  Under no circumstances is the school responsible for lost or stolen items.

Our Lost and Found is cleared out and items are donated after vacations and at the end of the school year.

 

Photographs/Video

We love to capture the fun and exciting things that happen here at school  and we love even more to share it with our community!  Photographs and videos of your child will only be shared if you give permission for us to do so.  This permission is provided through the registration process and the annual InfoSnap updates. 

 

Recess

All children are expected to participate in outdoor recess, unless excused for medical reasons with a doctor’s note.  Active play is an important part in ensuring that children are ready for learning.  It is the family’s responsibility to see that a child is properly dressed for the day’s weather conditions.  This may include a raincoat, hat, mittens, snow pants, coat, or boots depending on the weather.  Closed toed shoes with a back strap around ankles are required for participation at recess (see dress code).  During winter months and to be able to play in the snow, students need the “Frosty 5” - winter jacket, snow pants, snow boots, gloves or mittens, and a winter hat.  Please label your child’s apparel to help avoid confusion with other children’s clothing.  

 

Weapons

Knives, water pistols, guns and other dangerous items or “look alike” weapons, are not allowed in school or on school property. Such items will be confiscated and NOT returned. Violation of this regulation is considered to be serious and will be treated with strict disciplinary measures. (Policy JICI)

SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 

 

Dismissal

If you wish to make changes in your child’s normal departure, please send in a note. To ensure your child’s safety, when changes are made to routine dismissal procedures, students are not allowed to leave the school with anyone or by any means unless specified, in advance, by a custodial parent or guardian.  The parent/guardian, or designee authorized by parent/guardian, must report to the main office to dismiss the child. Individuals who are unfamiliar to school personnel but have permission to pick up a student, may be required to provide photo identification.   Phone arrangements are discouraged, but if necessary, please make the call prior to 2:00pm so as to avoid confusion or potential safety issues. The school day ends at 3:15 pm.  Students are dismissed at 3:15 pm for parent pick-up and walkers.  Bus students are dismissed between 3:20-3:30 pm depending upon the arrival of buses. 

Emergency Plan

For the safety of students and staff, we work closely with the police and fire department to have a comprehensive safety plan.  

Major crises, especially catastrophic events, are rare in our nation’s schools but being prepared is important.   

Our plan addresses emergency management planning as well as building security.  We will continually and routinely refine our plan in collaboration with the police and fire department based on experience, research, and changing vulnerabilities.   

We regularly practice emergency drills to ensure that our staff and students know what to do in case of an emergency.  Research shows that the more we practice the drills, the more prepared that we are to respond in the way we should.  Drills may include evacuation, reverse evacuation, shelter-in-place, lockdown, and fire.  The objective of these drills is to help staff and students feel prepared and remain calm in the event of an actual emergency situation.

Inclement Weather/School Closing

Information on school delays and closings will be sent via email. text, and/or call from the superintendent’s office.   Please make sure your information is updated in InfoSnap to ensure that you don’t miss this important information from our superintendent.  This information will also be posted on WMUR.  

 

School Doors and Entrance

All doors to the school are kept locked while students are in the building. The front door is equipped with a buzzer system to gain entry to the building. If you need to enter the building during school hours, please use the buzzer located near the front door.

 

Transportation

• Bus - Students will be dismissed when their bus is called at the end of the school day.  Students may only ride on the bus assigned to them.  

• Bike Riders - If your child is going to be riding his/her bike to/from school, you must provide permission for them to do so.  Students riding bicycles are expected to obey all traffic laws and must wear a helmet.  Bicycles are not to be ridden on sidewalks, between the cars in the parking lot, on the grass surrounding the school, or in the front driveway where the visitor parking is located.  Students must walk their bike on the sidewalk to the bicycle rack.  You are strongly encouraged to provide a lock for your child’s bike.  The school is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged bicycles.  Students who violate the rules for bicycle riders could lose the privilege to ride their bicycle to school.

• Parent Drop Off/Pick-up- If you are driving your child to school, please follow the drop-off route designated and communicated by school administration. Student drop-off can begin at 8:15 am in the parking lot in front of the blue CLS canopy.  Parent/guardian pick-up begins at 3:15 pm.  Vehicles arriving prior to 3:05 pm will wait in a line in the upper parking lot of school.  At 3:05 pm, vehicles will be directed by a CLS staff member around the school.  Students will be escorted to vehicles through the exterior gym doors by a CLS staff member.  Please use the family name card provided by the school and have the name card clearly visible and attached to your driver side sun/shade visor.   

• Walkers - walkers should enter/depart through the front entrance of the school.  Walkers are supervised as they depart Crescent Lake and begin walking on the sidewalk of McManus Rd.  If you are picking up your walker, please wait to meet them at the parking lot at the Arts Center. Pickup along McManus Rd endangers your child and affects the flow of dismissal traffic from school.

 

 

Office Procedures

Change of Address

If a student’s address, phone number, or other important information should change during the school year, the office must be notified and PowerSchool/InfoSnap must be updated.  In case of an emergency, it is vital that the office has  accurate information.

 

Messages to Students

When you find it necessary to telephone your child at school to leave a message, the message will be relayed to him or her as efficiently as possible.  Since it is very busy during dismissal time, we ask that you call before 2:00 pm.  This will ensure that your child receives the message.  Teachers, students, and classrooms will not be interrupted during learning time unless there is an emergency.

 

School Records

Parents have a right to examine their children’s records.  This may be done by contacting the school office to set up an appointment to do so. 

 

Visitors

We welcome and encourage visitors to our school. If you wish to visit a specific classroom at a certain time, please call and make arrangements to do so. In order to maintain a safe environment, all visitors must report to the main office to obtain a volunteer/visitor badge. Please help us by cooperating with this procedure. 

 

Academics

Code of Conduct

The Governor Wentworth Regional School District is a community built upon kindness and respect.  It is the expectation that all students will act in a manner that is safe, kind, respectful, and responsible.  Our goal is to have a school climate that is welcoming, positive, and engaging for all.  The staff will work to teach and model expected behaviors to all students and all students will be held accountable for their own behavior.  We do understand and appreciate that this could look different for every child and that at times students may struggle with their choices.  Our approach will be one of restorative in nature and we will work with the students and families to help own and fix behavior, move forward in a positive way, and ultimately change behaviors if necessary.  Please know that while our goal is always to help students recognize and address  behavior if needed, we also want to ensure a safe learning environment for all.  When a student acts in a way that is unsafe, unkind, irresponsible, or disrespectful, a supervising adult must make a decision about how to best respond and protect the student and others, and to prevent the same behavior from happening again.  When necessary staff will refer an incident to the office and depending on the situation, students should expect any of the following outcomes: 

• Time away from class or activity 

• Loss of recess or privilege 

• Student conference 

• Parent phone call 

• Parent conference

• Suspension:  Depending on the seriousness of the offense, a student may be required to serve an 

in-school or out-of-school suspension. 

 

Please see the GWRSD policy on Student Conduct here. Code of Conduct regulations are found here.

 

Technology

We are very fortunate to be able to offer one-to-one technology across the District.  The use of technology is a privilege and students are expected to comply with the Student Electronic Communications policy (found here). The School District Internet Access policy can be found here. Any student in violation of this policy may lose the privilege to use their school-issued devices and online platforms.  The GWRSD Data Governance policy can be found here and the Data Governance Manual, updated as needed, can be found here.

 

Field Trips

Field trips are considered enrichment to the curriculum and support the learning of our students, with approval from the Superintendent.  In order for your child to participate in a field trip, a permission form must be completed and turned in prior to departure.  Field trips are planned as a class activity and an opportunity for students to interact with classmates in a different educational setting.  Students are expected to be transported as a group to a field trip location unless a special circumstance exists and approval is given by the principal for a different means of transportation.  Parents/guardians are encouraged to chaperone however, please be aware that we are sometimes limited to the number of chaperones that can attend due to space or requirements of the place being visited.  Also any parent wishing to chaperone must be fingerprinted.  

 

Grading

GWRSD uses a standards-based grading system for all students K-6.  Standards-based grading looks at end of year grade-level standards and report cards reflect a student’s progress towards those standards.  Students are graded on a 1-4 scale for academics as well as their work habits.  Your child’s classroom teacher will provide more information about this during the fall parent/teacher conferences.

 

Parent Conferences

Parent/Teacher conferences are an important time to connect with your child’s teacher about their progress.  Our teachers want to meet with every family to ensure that you know how your child is doing in school and to answer any questions you may have about their progress.  Your child’s success in school is a team effort and we value your insight and thoughts.  Conferences will be scheduled during the early release (November 8th)  and in-service day (November 9th).  Your child’s teacher will reach out with information about how to sign up for this conference.  

 

2023-2024 Report Cards/Interim Report Marking Period

 

Trimester 1 Interim:  October 20, 2023

Trimester 1 End:  December 8, 2023

 

Trimester 2 Interim:  January 26, 2024

Trimester 2 End:  March 22, 2024

 

Trimester 3 Interim:  May 10, 2024

Trimester 3 End:  June 18, 2024 (or last day of school)      

Curriculum

  The curriculum focus is on the four core areas of language arts (reading, writing, spelling, listening/speaking), math, science, and social studies and each of these areas is aligned with state and national standards. Staff members refer to the core curriculum when developing integrated units of study.

Art Instruction

 All students in grades 4-6 receive art instruction once a week.  Art lessons encompass an introduction to famous art works and styles, use of material, art vocabulary and concepts appropriate to the student's age level.  Skills are built upon each year.  Students may have some exposure to computer graphics.  Wherever possible, art projects or units will be integrated with classroom units.

General and Vocal Music

     General music and vocal instruction are provided for all grade levels. The curriculum is designed to introduce and build concepts that are appropriate at each grade level with the long-range goal of providing students a basic knowledge and appreciation for all types of music. The music teacher also works with the classroom teacher to integrate music into special thematic units taught in the regular classroom.

  In addition to classroom activities, students at all grade levels have the opportunity to participate in performances throughout the year. Vocal instruction is further enhanced at Crescent Lake School by optional participation in chorus. The chorus performs in the annual holiday and spring concerts.

Physical Education

Every student in grades 4-6 receives physical education once a week.  The physical education curriculum is designed to introduce various activities that emphasize fun, continual movement and individual skills instead of team competition.  Students will have the opportunity to try new and exciting things.  In P.E. students will experience the teaching of key life skills including cooperation, self-esteem, honesty, and goal setting in a fun and supportive environment.  The goal of the P.E. program is to give the students the necessary skills to build a foundation towards creating a lifetime of health and fitness.

 To be prepared for P.E. class, students must wear sneakers (fully laced and tied) and comfortable clothing for activity.  Students should come to school on their P.E. day prepared for both inside and outside instruction in P.E.

Health Education

The GWRSD Elementary Health Program is dedicated to giving each student the knowledge and skills necessary to make healthy choices throughout life. Elementary Health is taught in grades 4, 5, and 6 throughout the district. Health class is graded, included on the students’ report cards, and calculated in honor roll. Topics such as nutrition, safety and first aid, growth and development, disease prevention, consumer health, human body systems, and substance use and abuse are taught in an age appropriate, sequential format.  Copies of videos and materials used are available through the school office.

Homework (School Board Policy IKB)

 Homework should be an application or extension of a classroom experience.  Students will be assigned homework as warranted by the teacher.  It must be planned, organized, purposeful, and should provide feedback to students in a timely manner.   Teachers may assign homework to aid in students’ educational development and as part of the curriculum.

Library/Media/Technology

The Library/Media Center (LMC) houses books, a varied selection of reference materials, and an extensive audio-visual collection.  Students may access computers in the computer lab, within the classroom, and media center.  The LMC offers access and support to the Internet for reference work, as well as instruction using the computer and other technology tools. Parents and students are asked to sign the district’s Acceptable Use Policy each year acknowledging that they understand the advantages and pitfalls of such access.

 

Crescent Lake Programs and Activities

Band - Instrumental Music

The instrumental program at Crescent Lake School begins in the 4th grade.  Students participate in classroom and recorder ensembles in the music classroom.  Students are then given an opportunity to select a band instrument in March.  Introductory instrumental lessons are given to 4th grade students in the spring.  Students in grades 5 and 6 are offered the opportunity to take group instrumental lessons during the school day on any band instrument.  These students will also have one band rehearsal each week.  The band will perform in two annual concerts: the holiday concert in December and the spring concert in June as well as the Memorial Day Program in May. 

 Crescent Lake School also has a Jazz Band that meets once a week before school starting in October. This ensemble includes the more musically advanced students and includes some instruments that are not part of the regular school band (piano, guitar, etc.).

Chorus

 Students in grades 4-6 are welcome to join the Crescent Lake Chorus. Practice times are during the school day on Tuesday from 2:20-3:00 PM. The chorus performs in a show in December and May as well as other events throughout the school year.

Behavior Coach/Student Support Center

Along with ensuring students are successful academically, specific character traits and behavioral expectations are taught through character education within the school environment.  Every so often a child may need a little support or reminder of the expectations or further instruction and practice of social skills or expected behaviors.  Working closely with our counselor, the behavior coach/student support assistant, works with the children needing to develop these skills.

Winter Sports Program

 Students at Crescent Lake School have an opportunity to enroll in an outdoor winter program for four Thursday afternoons in January to enrich their formal classroom education.  The downhill skiers and snowboarders travel to a local mountain (King Pine Ski Area in Madison, NH or Gunstock in Gilford, NH). The skaters travel to Pop Whalen Ice Arena for indoor skating.  Snowshoeing is offered on Crescent Lake School grounds with one trip to the Abenaki Ski Area trails. GWRSD does not contribute any funds to this winter program, so the entire cost, including transportation, must be raised through parent contribution.  The cost of the program is reasonable, but if families need assistance, scholarships may be available, and donations are welcome and appreciated.

Drama Club

 Drama Club is an after-school program for students in Grades 4-6 who desire theater instruction. Students learn improvisation, choreography, blocking, set building and design, and the basics of acting. Students who participate will perform in a spring musical production. They typically meet weekly from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Book Talk Club

 This is a literature circle book discussion group open to all Crescent Lake students and parents.  It meets once a month to discuss award-winning books.   Participants can join for a particular book or stay with the group all year.  

After School Club Program

 The After-School Program will offer multiple sessions to students in grades 4-6 throughout the school year. A variety of programs are offered such as a science club, nature club, basketball, Lego club and several other choices depending on student interest in the offerings. This is a self-sustaining program with a small fee charged per day and a snack is included in the cost.

One Wheeled Wonders Unicycle Club

Participants meet in the gym before school and receive assistance learning to ride a unicycle or improving their acquired skills.  Helmets, wrist guards, and knee pads are provided by the unicyclists.  The school owns a limited number of unicycles which are shared among those who do not bring their own unicycle to practice.  Started in the spring of 2003, the One Wheeled Wonders performs for our school community, families, and the July 4th Parade.  If you are interested in joining this club, check with our P.E. Teacher, Mrs. Deb Skelley.   The practice schedule will be published once it has been determined.

“Hot Peppers” Jump Rope Club

The “Hot Peppers” practice in the gym from 8:00-8:45 generally one day a week from October through March. Participants are instructed by 6th grade leaders in seven different skill level groups in a cooperative setting. The groups may perform at various events throughout the year.  Registration forms are offered to students in the fall through their PE classes.

 

Health Services

Illness

If your child has a fever, vomiting, or diarrhea, you need to keep them home and notify the school of the absence. A child may not return to school until they are symptom/fever free for 24 hours without the help of medication.  If you are unsure whether your child should attend, contact the school nurse and they will be happy to speak with you.

 

Medication Policy

Children are not allowed to take medication in school, unless the following medication policy is  followed: 

In accordance with the State Board of Education and Division of Public Health Regulations: Any pupil, grades Preschool through 6th , who is required to take prescribed medication during the school day, shall be 

assisted by the school nurse or another member of the school staff, so designated by the building principal, provided that the school has the following on file: 

1. A written statement from the prescribing physician, detailing the method of taking the dosage and

   the time schedule to be observed, and any possible side effects. 

2. A written authorization (request) from the Parent/Guardian of the pupil indicating the desire that the 

   school assist the pupil in matters set forth in the physician's statement, accompanied by a "hold harmless"

   release, signed by a Parent/Guardian. Request forms may be obtained from the schools. 

3. The medication must be in a container properly labeled (pharmacy label) with the student's name,  

     physician's name, the date of the original prescription, name and strength of medication and directions 

     for taking by student. The medication should be delivered directly to the school nurse, principal, or 

     teacher by the Parent/Guardian. Do not send any medication to school with your child. 

4. Prescribed medication will not be taken during school hours if it is possible to achieve the medical 

    regiment at home. 

5. Non-prescribed medication will not be allowed in school. 

6. Students with lactose intolerance need a physician's statement regarding diagnosed lactose intolerance 

    for special snack/lunch arrangements to be made. 

7. Screening programs: Screening for vision, hearing and scoliosis (curvature of the spine) may be

    conducted during the school year at various grade levels. Referral notices will be sent home if screening 

    results indicate that there may be a problem. The second sheet of the referral notice is to be returned to

    school when completed by a physician or specialist. 

 

Food Service

Hot Lunch/Breakfast Program 

Breakfast, hot lunch and milk are available at school every day. The Hot Lunch Program publishes menus monthly which are available on the GWRSD Food Service page. Menus are subject to change. However, this usually happens only when there  has been a snow-day or an emergency day.  Menus are also sent home with students once a month. You may pay for your child’s meals in advance with cash, check or using My School Bucks. GWRSD Food Service site

The cost for breakfast is $1.50 and the cost for lunch is $3.00. If students would like to purchase a milk separate from the hot lunch program the milk cost is $0.40. You may make checks payable to GWRSD Food Service. These prices are subject to change during the school year.  Applications for free/reduced meals can be accessed here.

 

Meal Charge Procedure – Parents are responsible for providing their children with lunch money or  to provide a packed lunch from home. Parents are encouraged to put money “on account” for all  students in the district. 

If you are experiencing financial hardships, the Governor Wentworth Regional School District does  participate in the National Free & Reduced Lunch and Breakfast program. You may apply at any point  during the year. Applications are available at each school office or on our district website. Not only will  this help you, it also has an impact on the amount the district receives from state financial aid and will  help reduce taxes. These procedures are intended to outline the parameters of charges for school  meals and to set a process for collection of funds owed to the district. Parents/Guardians of students  in grades K-6 will be alerted of a low balance once a student’s account is overdue by five days.  

 

MySchoolBucks - GWRSD makes paying for school lunches easy! With myschoolbucks, giving  your students lunch money could not be easier. The Service is easy-to-use, convenient, private, and  secure. Simply go to this link to enroll and start using the site to deposit funds into  your child’s lunch account. Once your account is established, you can check balances and fund the  account anytime from your home computer or phone. Your personal and payment card information is  protected by the most advanced Internet security. To obtain your child’s District ID call the District  Food Service Office at 569-2433. 

GWRSD School Board

 

Members

GWRSD School Board members' contact information can be found here.

 

Meetings

GWRSD School Board meeting dates for the 2023-2024 school year can be found here.