TABLE OF CONTENTS: NLE 2024-2025
Abbreviated/Snow Days
Attendance
Awards
Breakfast / Lunch
Bus
Cell Phones/Electronic devices
Change of Address & Phone Number
Checking students in and out of school
Class activities
Computers and Technology
CYFD: Mandatory Reporters
Discipline
Dress Code
Health
Parent Advisory Committee
Parent Meetings/Visitors
Pets
Pickup & Drop Off
Physical Education
Principal Conferences
Schedule
Tardy Policy
Tobacco
Toys and Electronics
Student Handbook Disclaimer; The policies and procedures in this student handbook are meant as a reference and guide to the most needed policies and information for students and parents. The full list of Roswell ISD Board Adopted Policies are available on our website at https://www.risd.k12.nm.us/human_resources/school_board_policies or http://z2.ctspublish.com/nmsba/browse/roswell/welcome/root In cases where this handbook is not in agreement with RISD Board Policy the most recently adopted RISD Board Policy will prevail.
ABBREVIATED/SNOW DAYS: The abbreviated day is a shortened day that begins one or two hours later than the regular schedule when hazardous road conditions endanger the safe transportation of students. The RISD automated phone system will make an announcement by 6:00a.m. Radio and television stations are also notified by this time. It is imperative that you have up to date contact information to receive emergency calls.
ATTENDANCE: Attendance habits are formed early. Regular school attendance is just as important for younger students as it is for those in the upper grades. Your child cannot keep up with the learning expectations if he/she is not in school. Please contact the office when your child is absent.
“Unexcused Absence” means an absence from a class or school day for which the student does not have an allowable excuse, at the discretion of the building administrator.
Attendance Improvement Plan:
Whole School Prevention means universal, whole-school prevention strategies for all students, including students who have missed less than five percent of classes or school days for any reason.
Individualized Prevention means targeted prevention strategies for individual students who are missing five percent or more but less than ten percent of classes or school days for any reason.
Early Intervention means interventions for students who are missing ten percent or more but less than twenty percent of classes or school days for any reason.
Intensive Support means interventions for students who are missing twenty percent or more of classes or school days for any reason.
AWARDS: Our school recognizes students for their school accomplishments throughout the year with short assemblies. Some awards that students may be eligible for are Falcon of the Month, High-Five for Attendance (5 or fewer cumulative absences) and various academic awards. Parents are invited and encouraged to attend.
BIKES: Bike racks are located on the east side (front) of the building for student use. Students are responsible for locking their own bikes, should wear helmets and obey safe riding rules at all times while on their bikes. Students must park their bikes once they get to school. Riding around the school grounds during school hours is not allowed.
BREAKFAST AND LUNCH: Breakfast and lunch are available FREE of charge every school day for all Nancy Lopez students. Parents may have to complete an application for this service. Please do not send students to school with cokes, chips, and or candy unless a full lunch is packed.
Breakfast will be served daily from 7:45-8:00.
BUS: The school bus is an extension of the school campus. All school rules and regulations continue on the bus for the safety of all children.
CELL PHONES/ELECTRONIC DEVICES: The use of Electronic Devices on school campuses has increased classroom disruptions and resulted in an increase of threatening and inappropriate communications. The term "Electronic Devices" shall mean any and all devices which accomplish their purposes electronically and include, without limitation, cell phones, pagers, electronic e-mailing devices (e.g., Blackberry), radios, tape players, CD players, DVD players, video cameras, iPods or other MP3 players, laser pointers, portable video game players, laptop computers, personal digital assistants (PDAs), cameras, and any device that provides a wireless, unfiltered connection to the Internet. Consequently, the use of any and all Electronic Devices by students during instructional time on-campus is strictly prohibited. While students are not prohibited from possessing Electronic Devices, unless otherwise prohibited by law or District policies, rules or procedures, the Electronic Devices must be turned "off" and stored in a student's backpack or purse, locker, or vehicle. Each school principal shall determine the hours during the school day and school-sponsored events during which use of Electronic Devices is prohibited. Use of Electronic Devices in violation of Policy IMH and this regulation shall result in the confiscation of the Electronic Device. After the first offense, the student may recover the Electronic Device from the school's administration office at the end of the school day. After the second offense, the student's parent/guardian shall be notified that the student has twice violated Policy IMH and this regulation and that the parent/guardian must recover the Electronic Device from the school's administration office. Any subsequent offences will require the student's parent/guardian to recover the confiscated Electronic Device, and may result in further disciplinary action.
CHANGE OF ADDRESS AND TELEPHONE NUMBER: Please notify the office if your address or telephone number changes. This is important for school records and for being able to contact you in case of an emergency. WE MUST HAVE A PHONE NUMBER on file in the office in order to reach you.
CHECKING STUDENTS IN AND OUT: Picture ID’s are required in order to check out a student during the school day. The person pictured on the ID must be listed on the student’s enrollment form as an authorized person to take the child. Please remember, it is very important for students to be in school all day to fully benefit from instruction. An adult must sign tardy students in at the front office.
CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES: Classrooms teachers reward their students within their own classrooms. These activities will be at the end of the day. Teachers may contact parents to find out if they would like to contribute an item to the activity for their child’s classroom. We would encourage all parents and teachers to make sure healthy food offerings are included with any classroom activities. PLEASE DO NOT BRING FOOD TO SCHOOL FOR UNSCHEDULED REASONS SUCH AS A CHILD’S BIRTHDAY unless prior arrangements have been made with the teacher.
COMPUTERS AND TECHNOLOGY: All students are expected to take care of our school computers. Failure to comply will result in loss of computer and internet privileges.
CYFD: Mandated Reporting – New Mexico “Duty to Report Child Abuse and Child Neglect” law (32A 4-3) states that every person who knows or has reasonable suspicion that a child is being abused or neglected in New Mexico must report the matter immediately to CYFD’s Statewide Central Intake (SCI) child abuse hotline. Specific professionals mentioned under the law as mandated reporters include school teachers, school officials and social workers.
DISCIPLINE: We are responsible for the education and well-being of all students; therefore, we must maintain an environment that is safe and conducive to teaching and learning. Behavior concerns will be addressed in the classroom. Minor incident reports will be documented in Educators Handbook and reviewed by administration. Discipline referrals will be addressed by administration and a parent letter will be sent home.
DRESS CODE: Parents are responsible for the appearance, health and cleanliness of their children. All students are expected to follow dress code. Dress Code requirements are as follows:
Bottoms:
Pants/shorts: May NOT sag- Belts are strongly recommended.
Please be sure skirts and shorts are at least mid-thigh length
Tops: All shirts must have a sleeve and cover the entire stomach
Shoes: Tennis shoes should be worn to school every day.
No wheelies, crocs, cleats, sandals, or flip flops.
Jackets: No hoods on heads in the building at any time.
When a student’s appearance, mode of dress, and/or cleanliness is distracting and disruptive of the educational process, the student/parent will be required to make requested modifications to allow the student to continue with their school instruction.
HEALTH: It is important that the school nurse and your child’s teacher know of any special health problems. Please contact the school nurse at 575-637-3504 if your child is experiencing serious health problems. Immunizations: Students must have current shot records as required by state law to attend and remain at school or submit documentation for exemptions.
Medication may be given at school ONLY with orders from a physician. Students may not carry or administer any medications at school without proper authorization. The parents must administer short–term illness medications. Forms for medication dispensing are in the nurse’s office 575-637-3504.
LOST AND FOUND: Please see that anything coming to school (coats, caps, jackets, lunch boxes, and school supplies) is clearly marked in permanent marker with the child’s name. This will help us return items to your child. Students and parents are welcome to check our lost and found after school. The lost and found rack is located in the gym’s foyer.
PARENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE: Parents are encouraged to attend all parent meetings and participate in the education of their children. The Parent Advisory team will formally meet twice a year.
PARENT MEETINGS/VISITORS: Conferences should be scheduled with the teacher before or after school. The front main entrance is the ONLY entrance to the building for visitors. For safety and security reasons, please do not enter the building through side or back entrances, except as designated for special evening meetings. All visitors must check in at the office and receive permission before entering hallways or classrooms.
PICK-UP AND DROP OFF: Please use the EAST side of the building for dropping off and picking up students at the beginning and end of the day. The front area is for BUS loading and unloading. It is not safe to walk through this area with children or driving around the buses. Student drop-off is at 7:45am. Please have your student wait in the car until a staff member opens the car door. If your child is tardy to school, an adult must sign the student in at the front office.
PETS: For safety reasons, please see that students and visitors do not bring pets to school. If any pets appear on campus, we will try to call the owner. Animal Control will be called if a parent cannot be reached. A person picking up a student from school should have their pet restrained for the safety of all students and staff.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION: Nancy Lopez Elementary School offers a physical education program that is appropriate for your child’s age and grade. All students will participate in P.E. unless excused in writing by a doctor. Girls should wear shorts under their dresses. All students should wear tennis shoes/closed toe shoes with a solid back every day for safety.
PRINCIPAL CONFERENCES: The principal will be available almost any time; however, to make sure the principal is not in a scheduled meeting, appointments can be made through the school office at 575-637-3502. Parents please make sure you have met with the teacher before meeting with the principal, should your meeting pertain to concerns within the classroom.
SCHOOL SCHEDULE
7:45 School supervision begins. Please help us maintain school safety by not allowing your student to arrive at school before 7:45 a.m.
8:05 Tardy Bell rings: Late students must be signed in by an adult in the front office
2:45 Dismissal: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday Early Release Wednesday at 1:45
TARDY POLICY: If the student arrives into the classroom after 8:05 they are considered tardy. It is a parent’s responsibility to sign their child in at the office. If tardiness and/or absences continue, the teacher, office, or counselor will make parent contact. If a pattern of tardiness continues, the parents will be requested to meet with the Principal to resolve the issue.
TOBACCO/DRUG/GANG FREE SCHOOLS/WEAPONS: Weapons, smoking, alcohol, drugs, lighters, or fireworks are NOT allowed on school grounds at any time. Gang activity will not be allowed on campus this includes: a student’s dress, behavior, and/or actions. This applies to school staff, students, and the general public.
TOYS and ELECTRONICS: Please do not allow your children to bring toys or electronics to school. Toys and electronics that are brought will be taken by the teacher and returned at the end of the day.
Please click below to access the RISD Student Handbook
https://www.risd.k12.nm.us/UserFiles/Servers/Server_18731897/File/Academic%20Services/Student%20Services/RISD%20HANDBOOK%202021-2022.pdf
