General Student Rules:

1. Students must follow the rules of the Salazar Learning Center and the C-FB ISD Student Code of Conduct.
2. The district’s policy for Acceptable Use for Technology Resources is in effect during placement and consequences may be assigned in accordance with policy.
3. To ensure the safety of all students and staff, backpacks, purses or wallets, cell phones, electronic devices and money are not allowed on campus. All money brought to school will be put into the student’s cafeteria account.
4. Gang associated activities, including attire, symbols, signs, gestures, etc. are strictly prohibited. Exhibiting such behavior could incite violence and will result in severe disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion.
5. Salazar strives to maintain a positive environment for students and staff.  Students must be in dress code when they enter the building, including wearing their Salazar ID at all times.  Students will be asked to change any clothing that violates these standards and will not be allowed in the classroom until properly dressed.
6. The district provides bus transportation to Salazar.  Students who fail to follow the Riders Code of Conduct will receive disciplinary consequences up to and including removal from bus transportation (see p. 11 of the Student Code of Conduct). Students will not be able to ride the bus without proper school ID.  No student vehicles are allowed on Salazar campus.
7. According to Texas state law, all school campuses other than the DAEP campus are off limits to students during their placement period, including attendance at Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD extra-curricular activities on or off school property.  Students violating this law are subject to criminal trespass charges and further discipline action.

 

Exiting From DAEP:

A review for exit from DAEP will be upon completion of the DAEP program requirements; however, non-attendance or lack of positive progress in behavior and academics may result in an extension of the placement time.  Students may return to the home campus only after obligations for completion have been fulfilled. Students will always exit on Friday of the week in which placement is fulfilled and will be expected to enroll at the home school on the following Monday.  Expulsion from the program can occur if the student chooses to violate the above guidelines or Student Code of Conduct.

Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD   

Bea Salazar Learning Center

Required Student Uniform Dress Code 2020-21

 

In addition to the Dress and Grooming Policy of the CFBISD Student Code of Conduct, students at the Bea Salazar Learning Center are required to be in Salazar dress code starting their first day of enrollment. Please prepare for the dress code as follows:

 

Shirts:

Solid white, black, or gray button-up, polo, or crew neck tee shirt. All shirts/blouses must have sleeves. No logos larger than 2 inches. Undergarments may not be visible through the shirt. One plain white shirt may be worn under the uniform shirt. Shirts are to fit properly, remain tucked in at all times, and be worn as intended

 

Pants:

Khaki-colored pants/shorts with belt loops must be worn with a belt and must fit properly: Joggers (khaki-color, drawstring-style) are allowed. Pants may not sag in the rear. Pants may not be rolled or cuffed. No athletic shorts or tights may be worn under the required khaki pants or shorts. Cargo pants (those with numerous pockets on the legs) are not allowed.

 

Socks:

Solid white, gray or black: any length; no logos larger than 2 inches.

 

Shoes:

Students will wear ATHLETIC/GYM SHOES only (rubber-soled, aka tennis shoes).

 

Belts:

Solid black, brown, khaki, gray or white belts must be worn at all times if pants/shorts have belt loops.

                           

 

Optional Sweatshirt/Sweaters:

Sweaters or sweatshirts worn inside the building must be solid white, black, or gray only. Hoodies may not be worn inside the building. No pockets are allowed on the sweaters or sweatshirts. Outerwear, including (but not limited to) coats, hats, caps, and gloves must be left at the front door.

 

Miscellaneous:

No logos larger than 2 inches may be visible on any item of clothing.

Jewelry will not be worn.

No finger nail polish or artificial nails.

Tattoos may not create a distraction to the learning environment.

All items worn in hair (elastics, bobbi pins, etc.) should be solid white, black, gray, or brown.

Hair style and color must comply with the CFBISD Code of Conduct.

Bags, backpacks, wallets and purses are not allowed on campus.

 

**Gang-related dress code violations will result in disciplinary action.

 

Principal is the Final Authority:

The Board delegates to the principal the authority to make final determinations as to whether clothing or grooming is or is not within this policy. The ruling of the building principal regarding compliance or non-compliance with the Dress & Grooming Policy and corresponding consequences assigned for violation of this policy is final, and may not be appealed to the Superintendent, his/her designee, or the Board.

 

Placement

District guidelines state that a first placement in DAEP is for 45 days, with a review at 30 days.

Second and subsequent placements during a school year are for 60 days.

Review for Exit

• Each student has a Points Plan, which reflects their progress.

• Students are reviewed for possible exit from DAEP when they have earned 1000 points (for a 45 day placement), or 1750 points for a longer placement.

• Releases (or exits) are only on Fridays, contingent upon the student’s completion of DAEP requirements.

Factors considered in review include:

• Referrals (school and bus)
• Grades
• Attendance
• Behavior

• Our daily class schedule is: 7 a.m. – 2:15 p.m.

• Students have 8 classes, on a rotating A-day/B-day block schedule.

• All students’ schedules mirror their class schedule at their home school.

• Students also receive instruction in personal growth, self discipline, and social skills.

Advisory Teachers: Caring Mentors & Advocates

• Each student is assigned an advisory teacher while at Salazar.

• The advisory teacher serves as your student’s advocate, providing guidance on a daily, ongoing basis.

• Parents can expect weekly contact from the advisory teacher.

• Please feel free to contact your student’s advisory teacher with any questions or concerns.

• As needed, students also have sessions with the Counselor, Behavior Resource Specialist, and/or campus Administrators.

​​​​​​​Expectations

• Must follow rules of Bea Salazar Learning Center and CFB ISD’s Student Code of Conduct.
• Complete all assigned academic work.
• Must be in dress code (including ID) and on time.
• Respectful at all times to staff and peers.
• Maintain self-control.
• Eyes open, head up.
• Raise hand for permission to speak, stand or get out of your desk.
• Follow all directions.

 

Attendance Policies

• Your student will need to attend school every day: o For attendance credit AND to earn points toward their successful release from Salazar.

• Class starts at 7 a.m., so students need to be in the front door between 6:40 - 6:50 a.m., to get through the check-in procedure, and be prepared to start class on time. Buses drop off around 6:40 a.m.

• Students are tardy if not through the blue double doors and past the check-in area at 7 a.m. When students are tardy, they do not earn their point/s for being on time.

• Parents must report any absences to the attendance clerk so they can be verified in accordance with CFBISD Attendance Policies. Attendance requirements specific to remote learning will be explained by office staff and/or the student’s advisory teacher upon enrollment.

Points Plans: Charting Progress Toward Goals

• Points Plans are used to help students monitor and work on goal behaviors.

• Students receive points for academic work habits & positive behaviors.

• 40 Points can be earned each day toward the overall total points goal.

• Students may earn extra points towards early exit for exemplary academics and behavior.

• After 5 consecutive days earning 36 points or more, 70 bonus points are earned.

Informing Parents & Encouraging Communication

• Points Plans are also communication tools regularly shared with parents, to provide detailed information about students’ academics and behavior.

• We encourage parents to take some time to go over your student’s Points Plan with them and discuss their progress.

• Please feel free to contact your student’s advisory teacher with any questions or concerns.

Senate Bill 1, Chapter 37, as passed by the 74th Texas Legislature, establishes the following academic provisions for students placed into DAEP: “Each school district shall provide an alternative education program that focuses on English language arts, mathematics, science, history, and self-discipline . . .”

All  students are taught by certified classroom teachers using district curriculum. In addition, activities led by the staff are designed to teach students new ways of thinking and behaving to enhance their self-discipline.

Please visit the enrollment and orientation page here. 

Transportation Options

• Parents will select the mode of transportation for the student while at Salazar, by using the school’s Transportation Form: school bus, parent-arranged pick-up, or student walks to/from school.

• Students awaiting parent pick up should be promptly picked up at 2:15 p.m. dismissal. No students are allowed on campus after 2:30 p.m. each day.

• Parents must call the school if student is changing their mode of transportation (even for just a day).

• No student vehicles are allowed on campus.

Transportation - Bus Service

• For students who will ride the bus, select your student’s bus stop from the Salazar Bus Stop List on the Salazar website’s Online Enrollment page.

• Before any student can ride the bus to/from Salazar, the parent/guardian must also register their student for Salazar bus service on the website of the CFBISD Transportation Department.

• For help finding the nearest stop to your address, use the CFBISD Transportation website’s online bus route map and bus stop search tool.

• Students must have their Salazar ID and be eligible to ride to be transported by bus.

• Students will board and leave the bus at their designated stops only.

• Students are responsible for following the CFBISD Bus Riders’ Code of Conduct.

• If a student has two violations of the Bus Riders’ Code of Conduct, bus privileges are terminated for the remainder of student’s placement at Bea Salazar Learning Center.

 

Warning: Criminal Trespass Law

•According to Texas state law, all CFBISD school campuses and facilities, except the Salazar campus, are off-limits to students during their DAEP placement period.

•This includes all school properties and extra-curricular activities.

•Students violating this law are subject to criminal trespass charges and further disciplinary action.

Prepackaged breakfast and lunch meals are available at normal District prices.

Principal, Melissa Wesley & Main Office Staff - 972-968-5900

Attendance Clerk, Kim Matlock - 972-968-5904

Transportation/Bus Office - 972-968-6320

Behavior Resource Specialist, Traci Warren - 972-968-5924

School Counselor, Dezra Loving - 972-968-5903