School Policies
The purpose of this handbook is to provide you with information about the 91¾«Ñ¡ State School for the Deaf’s (NYSSD’s) rules and expectations. This handbook will also describe your rights and responsibilities as well as 91¾«Ñ¡ State policies and procedures.
Each student at NYSSD has the right to a high-quality education. NYSSD is accountable for developing the intellectual, social and emotional behaviors of our students. Consistency in disciplinary actions and sustaining an orderly school environment is important for faculty and staff to deliver a quality education without disruption.Ìý
This handbook will provide you with guidelines to help you get the best out of your educational experience. It is necessary to explain in clear detail the expectations for the following: acceptable behavior on school property, consequences of unacceptable behaviors and to make sure that discipline, when necessary, is administered immediately.Ìý
Please read this handbook very carefully. If there are any questions or concerns, please ask an administrator, support staff, teacher, or teacher assistant for clarification.
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School districts are required to develop a District-Wide School Safety Plan (DWSSP) to address emergencies and violent incidents. These plans are meant to be implemented quickly and effectively. The DWSSP aims to: prevent or minimize the impact of serious violent incidents and emergencies and facilitate coordination between the district and local/county resources during such events, and serve as a framework for the more detailed Building-Level Emergency Response Plan (BLERP) that is required at each individual school building.
School districts face a wide range of potential threats, including acts of violence, natural disasters, and technological disasters. 91¾«Ñ¡ State's Safe Schools Against Violence in Education (SAVE) law mandates comprehensive planning to address these threats. This includes planning for:
- Risk reduction/prevention: Strategies aimed at reducing the likelihood of violent incidents and emergencies.
- Response: Clearly defined actions to be taken during various emergency situations.
- Recovery: Procedures for supporting students, staff, and the community in the aftermath of an incident.
School districts/BOCES are expected to regularly review and update their DWSSPs to ensure they remain relevant, effective, and in compliance with ever changing state regulations.