Definitions and/or Interpretations. Used In This Handbook For purposes of clarity, many terms and situations have been defined or explained in an effort to explicitly determine the exact meaning or context. The OSES administration will determine and apply specific definitions and interpretations where necessary to provide maximum security, safety and educational opportunities for OSES students. No other definition or interpretation, nor any other source may be used or applied to terms or situations described within this handbook. Emergency Drills Regular emergency preparedness drills will be held throughout the school year so that students will be trained to act properly in an emergency. These drills will include fire, tornado, and other crisis emergency drills. A comprehensive emergency preparedness plan is on file in the office. Desks/Cubbies Each student will be assigned a desk and/or a cubby for his/her individual use at OSES. All desks and cubbies are for storing books, coats, and personal items necessary for school. Students should not bring valuable items from home. OSES will not be liable for personal items brought to school. To keep school supplies safe, we strongly advise you to write your name on all belongings in permanent marker. Please remember that your desk is school property and remains at all times under the control of the school. You, however, have full responsibility for the neatness and security of your desk and what is in it. School officials may make inspections. No item considered dangerous by the administration may be kept in the desks and will be removed if found there. This includes glass or any other objects that may be potentially dangerous. Students attending OSES should not expect privacy in regard to the contents of their desks, cubbies, or other school property. Lost and Found Personal items that are found should be turned in the designated Lost and Found box. Students should check the box for lost articles. Unclaimed items will be donated to charity every month after students are informed about the deadlines to check lost and found items. OSES is not responsible for items in Lost and Found. Missing Items When an item is missing, students should report the missing item to the Assistant Principal. At that time, the student should complete a Missing Items Form which will permit the item to be returned to the owner should it be found or located. Should the owner find the item themselves or it be returned directly to them, they should notify the Assistant Princip...
