Failure to comply with the BACC rules regarding Food/Drink could result in disciplinary action taken by the BACC administration. 

SMOKING / TOBACCO 

Illinois State Law prohibits smoking on school property.  You are not permitted to smoke or possess any tobacco products while attending the BACC, Hairmasters, the Construction Trades site, Health Occupations clinical/work sites, or while participating in any school sponsored event including field trips.  Matches and cigarettes lighters are also prohibited. (See Student Discipline Procedures, page 10-12). 

DRUGS / ALCOHOL USE

(See Student Discipline Procedures, page 10-12)

PORTABLE MUSIC PLAYERS 

Students are not allowed to use or display radios, CD players, MP3 players, IPODS, earphones or similar devices on campus during the school day.  Upon arrival to BACC these items need to be stored out of sight in pockets, book bags, or lockers.  Such items are subject to confiscation initially until the end of the school day, and subsequently, a parent or guardian will be expected to reclaim the item.  The school, district, or BACC assumes no liability or responsibility for such items if they are lost, stolen, or damaged while confiscated.  Students are strongly encouraged to not bring such items to BACC.

ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION DEVICES/CELL PHONES 

Students are not allowed to use or display cellular phones or messaging devices during school hours or while participating in school-sponsored activities. These items must also be turned off during school hours. Such items are subject to confiscation initially until the end of the school day, and subsequently, the parent will be expected to reclaim the item.  The school assumes no liability for such items if they are lost, stolen, or damaged while confiscated.  Repeat offenses of this law will result in disciplinary action.  Students are directed to not bring such devices to school.

TRANSPORTATION
 

A limited number of parking permits will be issued to BACC students.  Only students who cannot ride the bus or have a special reason to drive can apply.  Parking permit forms may be obtained from the BACC office.  The permit must be displayed on your rearview mirror.  Please lock your car to avoid loss of your permit.  All BACC student drivers are to park in the student lot (east side of the north lot by Empire Street).  Park “head in” in order to facilitate checking of permits. 

Parents who visit the school during school hours may park in designated visitor parking areas.  Upon entering the building, parents will be asked to sign in with a valid photo ID, and wear a visitor ID while in the building.

The school reserves the right to search vehicles parked on school property for general inspection or when there is a reasonable suspicion that the student has an illegal or harmful substance or an object that could be considered to be used as a weapon in the vehicle.

(doctor appointment, dentist appointment, field trip, etc.).  Arrangement for special permission to drive and park on campus requires written permission from parents and the home school principal.  The written permission must be presented to the BACC office and a Temporary Parking Permit will be issued for one day only. 

Any students observed with the following behaviors concerning parking or driving on campus is subject to (1) having their vehicle towed without warning at the owner’s expense and risk and/or (2) suspension of driving privileges.

·         Do not park in the first two (2) rows nearest the building (these are reserved parking) 

·         Improper parking (did not park between the lines correctly or parked in “numbered/designated” areas indicating reserved spaces) 

·         BACC Parking Permit not correctly displayed in the vehicle 

·         Speeding, careless, reckless, or hazardous driving 

·         Driving the wrong way 

·         Loitering in automobiles in the school parking lot 

·         Leaving the school grounds in a vehicle at an unauthorized time 

·         Use of an automobile or motorcycle in violation of any of the other BACC rules 

·         Violation of pertinent state laws governing safe driving

BUS SERVICES

Transportation services are contracted through a private company, currently Illinois Central School Bus, and all bus drivers and monitors are employees of Illinois Central School Bus.

All buses are equipped with a surveillance camera system that records both audio and video.  Surveillance tapes are student records and may be viewed only by approved District and Illinois Central School Bus staff as part of student discipline and bus safety investigations.  Surveillance tapes may be shared with parents in special circumstances where the privacy of all students is maintained.

 Parents, who have a question about a specific bus or driver, may contact First Student (309-828-4373) or the BACC Director.  The District web site has information on the most frequently asked transportation questions at:  http://www.district87.org/       

 Bus Behavior

monitor unless the local Board of Education designates some other adult to supervise the riders

 1.  Be ready and waiting at the designated bus stop five (5) minutes before the scheduled stop time.

 2.  Stay off the road at all times while waiting for the bus.

 3.  Wait until the bus comes to a complete stop before attempting to board the bus.

 4.  Do not cross the street to board the bus or after leaving the bus until the driver signals it is safe.

 5.  Remain ten (10) feet from all sides of the bus and do not cross behind the bus.

 6.  Follow the driver's instructions and assist in keeping the bus safe and sanitary.

 7.  Remain seated and facing the front of the bus.

 8.  Do not lower windows below the safety line and keep arms, legs and head out of the isles and inside the bus.

 9.  Keep hands and feet to yourself.  Keep all personal belongings under control on your lap or where specified by the driver.

10. Do not throw things inside or outside the bus.

11. Avoid loud talking and laughing which can divert the driver's attention.  Be absolutely quiet when approaching and crossing a railroad crossing.

12. Do not make obscene verbal remarks or gestures to persons inside or outside the bus.

13. Do not smoke on the school bus or at the bus stop.

 Bus Discipline

If students refuse to follow the bus behavior rules, a bus driver or monitor may file a written bus conduct report with a principal who is responsible for student discipline.  In extreme cases, First Student or the school administration may authorize a bus driver to return the bus to the school so the director can immediately deal with inappropriate student behavior.  If a bus is returned to school, the bus schedule will be delayed for that route as well as for subsequent routes at other schools.

BICYCLES / MOTORCYCLES 

Students riding bicycles or motorcycles to school are to park on the east of the gymnasium under the roof overhang.  Sidewalks are not to be used for parking.  Policies listed previously regarding automobiles/trucks also apply to motorcycles.

 HALLWAY PASSES 

During class time, students are not to be in the hallways without a “Permit to Leave Class” form.  Permits are issued for passage to a specific place and are to be used only for that purpose.  If you are outside your designated classroom without a written permit you will be subject to discipline from the BACC and/or the home school.  If you desire to see a teacher or the guidance counselor, obtain a pass from the BACC office or classroom teacher.

ENTRANCE AND EXIT 

Students attending the BACC from outlying schools are to use the northeast doors (facing Empire St.) for both their entrance and exit.

LEAVING CAMPUS / CLOSED CAMPUS
 

UNAUTHORIZED AREA 

An unauthorized area is any building or campus area in which a student is found at a time when they are to be somewhere else.  Students must have written permission from a BACC teacher or an administrator to be out of class, during class time (see Hallway Passes, page 18).  Students who are scheduled to leave school grounds are to leave immediately after dismissal from class.  If you are found in an unauthorized area, you are subject to discipline which may include removal from the BACC by your home school or the BACC. 

DRESS / GROOMING 

Students should strive to maintain a manner of dress appropriate to the classroom-learning climate and reflective of individual pride in self and school.  Students in their manner of dress and grooming must be considerate of their fellow students so as not to distract them or be disruptive to the school program.  Students should remove hats, other head coverings, caps, gloves, sunglasses, picks, combs, headbands, bandanas, and other head coverings upon entering the building.  Students should not wear clothing that suggests themes of profanity, tobacco use, alcohol/drugs, and promiscuity or gang association.  Sleeveless shirts, blouses, dresses, or other garments and clothing exposing the midriff are not permitted during the school day.  Developing good habits of dress, grooming, and attitudes that are acceptable to business or industry will be stressed.  Clothing should be neat and clean.  In all laboratories standard safety practices regarding proper clothing, jewelry, footwear, and eye protection will be explained by your teacher and must be followed.  Students not meeting dress codes for appearance or safety standards are subject to disciplinary action.

CLASS BREAKS 

Class breaks are intended to allow students an opportunity to use the restroom and water fountain.  Class breaks are left to the discretion of the teacher and are not required or guaranteed.  Usually they are given between class periods.  When given at other times, the students should remain in the immediate area of the classroom or laboratory as directed by their instructor.  Students may not go to the cafeteria during class breaks or wander into other areas of the building (see Unauthorized Area, page 19).

LOST AND FOUND 

Articles may be claimed in the Bloomington Area Career Center office, or at the BHS Guidance Office.  Unclaimed articles which have apparently been misplaced should be turned into the BACC office.

 LOCKERS 

Lockers are provided for the storage of inexpensive personal property, classroom projects, supplies, equipment, and such school property as the student has been assigned.  Each student will be held responsible for any locker assigned and its condition.  School lockers are the property of the Bloomington Public Schools/BACC.  Lockers are provided free of charge.  At no time does the Bloomington School District relinquish its exclusive control of lockers provided for the convenience of students.  School authorities for any reason may conduct inspections at any time without notice, without student consent, and without a search warrant.

EMERGENCY DRILLS 

State law requires all schools to have fire drills.  Directions for fire drills are posted in each room.  The instructor will notify classes of the proper procedure for evacuation.  Civil Defense drills are designed to move all personnel to “safety areas” of the building in the event of a severe storm warning or similar emergency. 

Fire Drill

 1.        The state law requires all schools to have fire drills.  Fire drills are intended for the safety of all concerned and every drill should be carried out as if it were a real emergency.  There should be no running, but all persons are to move quickly and quietly to their point of safety away from the building and remain quiet while awaiting further instruction. 

  2.         Teachers shall instruct each of their classes as to the evacuation procedures from the particular classroom. 

 3.        The fire alarm signal is a continuous sounding of the alarm.  When an alarm sounds, the teacher shall instruct students to leave the building according to the evacuation instructions. 

 4.        If the fire alarm sounds during a passing period, all persons should proceed to the nearest exit and continue on the sidewalk to a point of safety clear of the building. 

Civil Defense Drills
Civil defense drills are designed to move all personnel to "safety areas" of the building in the event of a severe storm warning or similar emergency.  The safety areas of the building include the ground floors of the gymnasiums (excluding the main floor areas and the pool), the tunnel area, the library, and the ground floor of the Purple wing (Rooms P-13 to P-45).

When insufficient time is available to move to safety areas, instructions will be passed by the intercom or messenger to move as follows:

             1.        Ground floor classes in Purple Wing (Rooms P-13 to P-45) are to stay in the classrooms.

 2.        Students in physical education classes are to proceed to locker and shower rooms.

 3.        Students in all other classes are to proceed to halls, avoiding areas near outside and classroom doors (where classrooms have outside windows) and crouch against a south or west wall shielding the face as much as possible.

 GENERAL BUILDING SECURITY AND SAFETY 

Bloomington Public Schools, District 87 has implemented a specific emergency crisis plan for each school and has trained staff in anticipation of various types of emergencies.  Entry points to buildings will be secured during the school day.  All visitors must sign in and present a Photo ID upon entering and wear an appropriate visitor badge.

Surveillance
To secure facilities, ensure a safe environment, monitor conduct, and enforce school rules, parents, students and other visitors are advised that the following security techniques may be used on Bloomington School District property, at school-sponsored events, and on buses used for the transportation of students:

• Video surveillance
• Audio recording on all District 87 buses
• Motion detectors
• Security by police and school resource officers
• Patrols by dogs trained to detect drugs and weapons
• Breath analyzers to detect the presence of alcohol

No one on district property has an expectation of privacy while in common areas including among others, hallways, parking lots, grounds, cafeteria, school buses, and gymnasiums.

Crisis Plans

Should an emergency or disaster situation arise while school is in session, District 87 schools have made preparations to respond effectively to such situations and to care for all students.

The District has a detailed emergency operations plan which has been developed with the assistance of our police and fire departments to respond to a variety of issues including a major catastrophe.  During an emergency crisis, the District will do everything it can to protect your child and to communicate with all parents as quickly as possible.

In a crisis, a parent’s first instinct is often to call the school or come to the school to get their child.  This is not in the best interests of you or your child.  Our focus will be on the immediate safety needs of students and staff and District staff will not be able to work with individual parent calls and concerns.

 Parent/Guardian Instructions During An Emergency

To assist us deal with an emergency crisis as efficiently and effectively as possible, please read and cooperate with the following instructions carefully: 

1.        Please do not telephone the school and tie up lines needed for emergency communication. 

2.        Please do not come to the school during the emergency or crisis. 

4.       Go to the District web site www.district87.org and click on the emergency information link for information and directions.

 5.        The District will notify the media of the situation and use them to pass on parent information and instructions.  Please listen to WJBC (1230 AM) for details. 

6.         Please discuss these matters with your student and immediate family.  Plan ahead to understand what you should do during an emergency.  Impress upon your student the need for them to remain at school and to follow the directions of school personnel in times of an emergency crisis.

 Automatic Phone System

The District may use an automated phone system to call all parents with information.  To ensure that you receive such a telephone call, please make sure that the school has your current phone number on record.

 Transportation

The decision to cancel school, change the time school starts or ends, or keep students at school will be based upon the nature of the emergency crisis including the time of day, the weather, and the ability to transport students. 

Hazardous Release (chemical spill) Near the School

• Shelter-in-Place procedures will be implemented.
• All students and staff will move inside and report to their rooms.
• Efforts will be made to prevent outside air from entering classrooms.
• Students arriving at school during the event report to the school office or a designated area because classrooms will be inaccessible.

Lockdown

• No one will be allowed in or out of the school site.
• Students and staff will be held in a secure area.
• The police will have control of the school site and will control all access.
• When the incident is over, an “All Clear” signal will be given.

STUDENT SERVICES

 The BACC Student Services Office is located in Room 156.  Students are our focus!  Student services include:

1. CAREER SERVICES:  BACC Student Services personnel offer career and personal counseling including career decision-making, career exploration, interest assessments, and career resources.

2. POSTSECONDARY OPTIONS:  The BACC provides resources and personnel to aid students with postsecondary placement decisions and with the application process.

3. JOB PLACEMENT:  BACC student services include help with resume development, the job application process, developing a career portfolio, interviewing techniques,  and seeking job openings.  We maintain a listing of available job openings within the Bloomington-Normal area.

   ·         SUPPORT SERVICES:  Our goal is for all students to become employable.  If students need support to succeed within their program, the BACC makes available tutoring, note taking, test reading, study skills techniques, non-traditional mentoring, as well as other services as deemed necessary.

   COMMUNITY COLLEGE CREDIT

    Specific courses at Bloomington Area Career Center offer dual credit with a community college for the coursework taken at BACC.  Students in dual credit courses will be given the opportunity to dually enroll in the community college courses.  Specific criteria have been set by the community college for students to meet dual credit eligibility.  Students wishing to enroll in dual credit programming will be informed of the opportunity and criteria in their classroom setting.  Students will be expected to maintain strong grade and attendance records to be given the opportunity to enroll in a dual credit class at the community college. 

   Dual credit is offered at the discretion of the community college.  BACC students will need to meet enrollment expectations of the community college.

   LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

    You will have an opportunity to develop your leadership skills through participation in organizations such as Technical Honor Society, Skills USA, Illinois Home Builders Association, and other student activities.

   Participation in voluntary school functions and school-sponsored activities is a privilege and not a right and is contingent on compliance with school rules, good behavior and attendance.  The Director can limit a student's participation in such activities for failure to maintain these standards.

   AWARDS / RECOGNITION 

   Opportunities for recognition are available through the following awards programs:

   • Student of the Quarter - selected by the instructor three times a year
   • Technical Honor Society - induction held once a year
   • Excellent Attendance - recognition given annually at year’s end
   • Other opportunities include:  Diane Garrett Award, BACC Student of the Year, and Rotary Club recognition.

    MEDICATIONS 

   It is policy of the Bloomington Public Schools that as a regular and normal practice, medicine should not be administered to a student at school or when the student is involved in school activities.  However, under certain circumstances, medicine may be administered during school hours by the school nurse or self-administered by a student provided the following rules are followed.  These rules apply to both prescription and over the counter medication.

   A request for administering student medicine must be submitted in advance on a form provided by the school district.  This form is available in the nurse’s office, and in most local doctor’s offices. The completed form is returned to the nurse with the prescribed medication and the form is then approved by the Director.  When a physician prescribes that medicine, it should be given to or self-administered by the school; parents are advised to have the doctor complete the request form immediately.

   Additional information about the Board of Education Policy, Administering Student Medicine, can be obtained from the school nurse.  Copies of the policy are available in the school office.

   STUDENT IDENTIFICATION

    The BACC Staff and Administration are committed to a safe learning environment.  All BACC students will be issued a Student ID Card which must be carried by them at all times while in attendance at BACC.  The BACC ID Card will be personalized for each student with the student name, photograph, and home school name printed on the card.  Students who lose, damage, or intentionally alter the appearance of the ID card will be expected to purchase a replacement.  The ID Card is evidence that the student is enrolled in BACC and is to be carried at all times while in school or participating in any BACC-related function (such as a field trip, work site internship, etc.)  Students are not allowed to possess another students’ ID Card.  The ID card must be shown to any staff member upon request.  Lost ID Cards should be reported to the BACC office immediately.  It is extremely important to remember to bring the ID card to school each day.  Failure to comply with the BACC expectations for the Student ID Card could result in loss of participation points and disciplinary action. Anyone without proper ID in his/her possession may be assumed to be other than a BACC student and may be asked to leave the premises.

    TELEPHONES 

   Students who find it necessary to make emergency phone calls during school hours may request a pass from their instructor to use the BACC office telephone.  Students should not use the BACC classroom telephones for personal calls.  Students should not bring cellular phones, pagers, or similar devices to BACC (see Electronic Communication Devices, page 14).

   VISITORS 

   The BACC staff is proud of its facilities and encourages visits by parents and interested students.  Arrangements for visiting teachers and/or BACC programs should be made 24-48 hours in advance.  All visitors should sign in at a hall monitor station or office and report to the BACC office.  A photo ID must be provided.  Students wishing to bring visitors to class should make prior arrangements with the instructor and BACC administration.  Fridays and days immediately before or after any vacation period and/or closing days of school are considered to be inappropriate times for visitors.  All visitors will be expected to check in as they enter the building and asked to sign out as they leave.  Visitors will give their name, phone number, reason for the visit, and the name of the person they plan to visit.  Visitors will be expected to wear a VISITOR ID Badge at all times while in the building. Visitor privileges may be revoked or suspended at any time.

    

   Illinois Law provides that “teachers and other employees may request any person entering a public school building to identify himself/herself and the purpose of his/her entry.  A person who refuses to provide such information is guilty of a Class A misdemeanor offense (Section 24-25 of the School Code of Illinois).

    SEX OFFENDER COMMUNITY NOTIFICATION

   Information regarding sex offenders is available to the public on the Statewide Sex Offender Database.  This can be found on the Illinois State Police web site at www.isp.state.il.us/sor/.

   Anyone with any information concerning a sex offender living close to a school, with children attending a school, or coming within 500 feet of school property should immediately notify the Principal of that school.

   STUDENT ACCIDENT INSURANCE 

   Bloomington Public Schools, District 87 does not carry medical, dental or other insurance for students injured in accidents on school premises.  Parents are responsible for the costs of such accidents and it is recommended they purchase their own insurance coverage.  As a convenience for parents, District 87 annually designates an optional student accident insurance plan that parents can purchase.  Information and forms for this coverage are available at the time of school registration.  While District 87 takes care to select a reliable insurance company, the District does not endorse the plan or recommend it instead of other insurance plans.  The contract is solely between parents and the company and District 87 has no financial or legal responsibility for the plan or contract. 

   ASBESTOS MANAGEMENT PLAN 

   All public schools are required by law to notify students and parents concerning asbestos.  It has been determined by the Illinois Department of Public Health and the Federal Environmental Protection Agency that asbestos is a potential health hazard, and precautions should be taken to avoid disturbing any asbestos containing materials.

   As required, Bloomington High School was initially inspected for asbestos.  Our inspection was conducted on May 2006.  The AHERA law requires that a visual surveillance of asbestos containing areas be completed every six months, and a re-inspection conducted every three years.  Any evidence of disturbance or change in condition will be documented in the Management Plan as required.

   The Bloomington High School Asbestos Management Plan is available for public review at the Director of Buildings and Grounds Office located at the District 87 Education Service Center.  Persons wishing to review the plans should call to make an appointment during office hours.  Any concerns related to asbestos containing materials should be directed to the District Director of Buildings and Grounds at 309-827-6031.

   INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT NOTICE 

   In 1999 The Illinois General Assembly passed laws requiring that public schools notify parents/guardians and school employees at least forty-eight hours prior to any pesticide applications on school property.  The term “pesticide” includes insecticides, herbicides, rodenticides, and fungicides.  The notification requirement extends to both indoor and outdoor pesticide applications.

   Excluded from the notification requirement are antimicrobial agents (such as disinfectants, sanitizers or deodorizers), insecticide baits, and rodenticide baits.

   Therefore, District #87 has established a notification registry for each school of all people who want to be notified.  To be included in this registry, please contact the Facilities Management Office at 309-827-6031, extension 258 and submit the following information:  name, address, telephone number, and schools(s) your children attend within District #87.  If you have any other questions regarding District #87’s integrated pest management practices, you may contact the Facilities Management Office at 309-827-6031, extension 258.

   FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT (FERPA)

    

   The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) afford parents and students over 18 years of age (“eligible students”) certain rights with respect to the student’s educational records.  These rights are:

    

   1.  The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days of the day the

          school receives a request for access.

   Parents or eligible students should submit to the school Principal a written request that identifies the record(s) they wish to inspect.  The Principal 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.

   Parents or eligible students may ask the Principal to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate.  They should write the School Principal, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate.  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 advise them 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 consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in 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 is a person employed by the School as an administrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staff member (including health or medical staff and law enforcement unit personnel); a person serving on the School Board; a person or company with whom the School has contracted to perform a special task (such as an attorney, auditor, medical consultant, or therapist); or a parent or student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks.  A school official 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, District 87 discloses education records without consent to officials of another school district in which a student seeks or intends to enroll.

   2.    The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the School District to comply with the requirements of FERPA.  The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA are:

    

   Family Policy Compliance Office

   U.S. Department of Education

   400 Maryland Avenue, SW

   Washington, DC 20202-4605

    

    NOTIFICATION OF RIGHTS UNDER THE PROTECTION OF PUPIL RIGHTS AMENDMENT (PPRA)

    

   PPRA affords parents and students who are 18 or emancipated minors (“eligible students”) certain rights regarding our conduct of surveys, collection and use of information for marketing purposes, and certain physical exams.  These include the right to:

    

   • Consent before students are required to submit to a survey that concerns one or more of the following protected areas (“protected information survey”) if the survey is funded in whole or in part by a program of the U.S. Department of Education (ED)-

   1) Political affiliations or beliefs of the student or student’s parents;

   2) Mental or psychological problems of the student or student’s family;
   3) Sex behavior or attitudes;

   4) Illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating, or demeaning behavior;

   5) Critical appraisals of others with whom respondents have close family relationships;

   6) Legally recognized privileged relationships, such as with lawyers, doctors, or ministers;

   7) Religious practices, affiliations, or beliefs, of the student or parents; or

   8) Income, other than as required by law to determine program eligibility

    

   • Receive notice and an opportunity to opt a student of –

   1) Any other protected information survey, regardless of funding;

   2) Any non-emergency, invasive physical exam or screening required as a condition of attendance,               administered by the school or its agent, and not necessary to protect the immediate health and safety of a student, except for hearing, vision, or scoliosis screenings, or any physical exam or screening permitted or required under State law; and

   3) Activities involving collection, disclosure, or use of personal information obtained from students for marketing or to sell or otherwise distribute the information to others.

    

   • Inspect, upon request and before administration or use–

   1) Protected information surveys of students;

   2) Instruments used to collect personal information from students for any of the above marketing, sales, or other     distribution; purposes; and

   3) Instructional material used as part of the educational curriculum.

    

   District 87 has developed and adopted policies, in consultation with parents, regarding these rights, as well as arrangements to protect student privacy in the administration of protected surveys and the collection, disclosure, or use of personal information for marketing, sales, or other distribution purposes. 

   District 87 will directly notify parents and eligible students of these policies at least annually at the start of each school year and after any substantive changes.  This notification will be given in the student/parent handbook. District 87 will

   also directly notify parents and eligible students, such as through U.S. Mail or email, at least annually at the start of each school year of the specific or approximate dates of the following activities and provide an opportunity to opt a student out of participation in:

   • Collection, disclosure, or use of personal information for marketing, sales or other distribution.

   • Administration of any protected information survey not funded in whole or in part by ED.

   • Any non-emergency, invasive physical examination or screening as described above.

    

   Parents/eligible students who believe their rights have been violated may file a complaint with:

    

   Family Policy Compliance Office

   U.S. Department of Education

   400 Maryland Avenue, SW   Washington, D.C. 20202-4605