Madrona K-8 Nongraded School

School Information

Madrona K-8 is a multi-age school in which relationships and personal potential are priorities. (See Madrona's behavior management plan, including the "Attributes of Character.")

What Makes Madrona Unique?

Our Mission

The world our children inherit - the opportunities they have, the dreams they live - depends upon the education we provide them. Our vision becomes their reality. To ensure this vision, each child must be given the best educational foundation that our staff, parents and community can offer.

Our Vision

We are a community of individuals who celebrate the growth and unfolding of each member. We value the relationships in which we are revealed, and in turn, each member's development enriches the community.

Important Information

Follow these links to find details on the parking lot (the drop-off / pick-up procedures) directions to the school, among other important topics, such as enrolling students and frequently asked questions (FAQ). Please see the Madrona handbook for lots of general information about the rules and policies at Madrona and visit the Madrona Staff Web page for contact information for the staff and the MIT page for contact information for your parent and teacher representatives.

Behavior Management Plan

Development Background

In the summer of 2002, a team of parents and staff met to develop a behavior management plan that would promote a caring, respectful and safe learning environment for every student at Madrona.

From this work came the Madrona Behavior Expectations and Discipline Plan.

Madrona Attributes of Character

The Madrona community of students, staff and parents jointly selected the following attributes of character and citizenship as important to our community. These attributes further develop the key values of respect and responsibility. Each month we focus on an attribute and invite families to join the conversation at home. Of special importance is noticing and affirming these attributes in our children as we see them in action.

General Behavior Expectations

Language and actions will be respectful of self, others and property.

All communications (oral, signed, written and electronic) will be respectful of self, others and the Madrona community.

Weapons, real and toy, will not be tolerated. School Board policy specifically requires the immediate expulsion of any student who carries a gun on campus. This policy extends this responsibility to include even toy guns when they are brought to school.

Walking will be the means of travel in and around the buildings. (Running is fine on the grassy area of the playground.)

Dress will be modest and free of offensive sayings and pictures.

• No short shorts, fingertip length preferred
• No spaghetti straps, halter tops or bare midriffs
• Tank tops with oversized armholes are worn with a shirt underneath
• Pants may not "sag" and reveal undergarments
• Shoes worn should be safe for school activities.

Gum will not be brought to school or chewed there.

Hands, feet and implements will be kept off of wall surfaces.

Litter will be thrown in garbage containers.

Citizens will arrive and leave school in a safe and respectful manner. They will exhibit responsible behavior, which contributes to the safety of all.

Students will follow the Madrona Electronics Policies Plan:

• CD players, iPods, video games or other electronic devices will be left at home.
• Cell phones may only be used before or after school and are to be kept in student bags or lockers.

Behavior Expectations for Madrona Public Spaces

Playground

We show respect for people and property by:

• Following all adult directions
• Showing caring for others by including them
• Using appropriate, respectful language and actions
• Showing good sportsmanship

We take responsibility for our choices by:

• Staying within the playground boundaries unless given permission and a pass to leave
• Following all safety rules
• Following all game rules
• Using all equipment appropriately
• Returning to class promptly at the recess bell
• Choosing appropriate recess activities (no food, drinks or electronic toys from home)
• Helping others and getting adult help when needed

Assemblies

We show respect for people and property by:

•  Following all adult directions
• Using a quiet voice before the assembly starts
• Giving full and immediate attention to the speaker
• Keeping our bodies still and voices silent once the assembly starts
• Showing appreciation with appropriate applause (no booing or hooting)
• Using a respectful tone and volume during groups songs and recitations

We take responsibility for our choices by:

• Following all safety rules
• Arriving on time
• Remaining in the assembly unless given adult permission to leave
• Using the restroom prior to the assembly
• Choosing not to wear hats to assemblies
• Choosing to participate positively when invited
• Helping opthers and getting help when needed.

Hallways

We show respect for people and property by:

• Following all adult direction
• Walking quietly
• Sharing the space with others
• Opening and closing locker doors quietly
• Using appropriate language and actions

We take responsibility for our choices by:

• Following all safety rules
• Walking directly to the appropriate location
• Getting there on time
• Helping others and getting adult help when needed

Restrooms

We show respect for people and property by:

• Following all adult directions
• Honoring others right to privacy
• Standing away rom the restroom door
• Using the toilets and sinks only for their purpose
• Using appropriate language and actions
• Keeping walls and floors clean and clear of markings

We take responsibility for our choices by:

• Using restrooms only at permissible times
• Following all safety rules
• Returning to class quickly
• Washing hands each and every time
• Putting trash in the trash can
• Getting adult help when needed

Cafeteria

We show respect for people and property by:

• Following all adult directions
• Using caring, appropriate language and actions
• Using appropriate voice/noise level
• Responding quickly tonoise level signals
• Eating with good manners
• Cleaning up all trash

We take responsibility for our choices by:

• Following all safety rules
• Remaining seated in the cafeteria until dismissed by an adult
• Healping clean up
• Using all equipment appropriately
• Going directly from the cafeteria to the appropriate place (playground or class)

Madrona Behavior Levels

Level 4

• I am assisting others as a role model.
• I am respectful.
• I am working hard and doing my best.
• I am behaving positively with others.

Level 3 = The Madrona Standard

• I am respectful.
• I am working hard and doing my best
• I am behaving positively with others

Level 2

I am respectful and doing my best when reminded

Level 1

• I am not doing my best

Progressive Discipline / Consequences

Verbal and non-verbal warnings (proximity to an adult)

Redirection (try again, do it differently - coaching)

Removal from classroom or public space

Assignment of "logical consequences," which may include:

• Loss of privilege(s)
• An act against property could result in community service to help the building and grounds
• An act against a person could result in service to help that person or others
• Inappropriate attire will result in a change of clothing

Referral to a principal for disciplinary action

• Which may include in-school or out-of-school suspension for acts of violence or defiance.

Expulsion, if related to weapons, firearms, drugs or alcohol.

Behavioral Referral Form

Behavior incidents, which are referred to the administration, will be noted on the Madrona School Behavior Referral Form, a copy of which is sent home to parents. This form is intended to provide parents with information so that our students receive guidance and support for positive behaviors both from school staff and their families.

Bullying / Harassment

All students are asked to immediately repot instances of threat, intimidation, harassment, bullying or physical violence. All such reports shall be responded to as appropriate by Madrona staff. Parents of children involved in such behaviors will be notified. Parents of students who are physically hurt during a conflict will be notified.