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Oklahoma Administrative Code (Last Updated: March 11, 2021) |
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TITLE 210. State Department of Education |
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Chapter 35. Standards for Accreditation of Elementary, Middle Level, Secondary, and Career and Technology Schools |
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Subchapter 3. Standards for Elementary, Middle Level, Secondary, and Career and Technology Schools |
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Part 7. STANDARD IV: CURRICULUM, INSTRUCTION, ASSESSMENT, AND CLIMATE |
SECTION 210:35-3-69. Climate
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- (b) The school staff shall assess its climate, share the results of the assessment with the staff, and have a plan for maintaining an atmosphere that is responsive to the needs of the students.(c) There shall be activities within the school that provide for and/or facilitate the positive self-esteem of students and staff members.(d) The school shall provide appropriate opportunities for involving students, parents, staff members, and community representatives in decision-making. [Reference: 70:5-117.4; SL Section 68.1 Adoption of Four-Year Improvement Plan by Board of Education](e) The school shall assist parents in developing those skills and attitudes necessary for helping their children succeed in school.(f) The school shall provide a handbook for students, parents, and teachers which includes information on such matters as homework policies, behavior codes, grading policies, and other kinds of information important to students, parents, guardians, and staff members. The behavior code shall be developed with the appropriate involvement of students, staff, and parents.(g) The school shall provide organizations, activities, and leadership groups that offer opportunities for recognition of student accomplishments.(h) Parents shall receive regular and frequent communication from the school. Other members of the community shall be kept informed about school activities.