Especially for Parents

Interpretation of Policies

The school reserves the right, in its discretion, to have the final interpretation and implementation of the rules, procedures, regulations, and policies set forth in this handbook, the school enrollment contract, and any other written or oral materials affecting Webb students.

Upper School Parents' Advisory Committee (PAC)

The Parents’ Advisory Committee (PAC) has functioned well within the Webb School community for many years. From within its role, several programs and events have evolved, creating what we now look upon as Webb traditions. Its organization consists of an executive committee and four grade-level committees.

PARENTS' ADVISORY COMMITTEE MISSION STATEMENT

The PAC shall facilitate parental involvement in the school; create healthy relationships among parents, teachers, and students; acquaint parents with one another; offer educational programs for the parent and child to focus on strengthening the family unit; and serve as a parent sounding board.

UPPER SCHOOL PAC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 2022-2023

• Chair – Beth Pearson

• Chair-Elect – Amy Bibee

• Past Chair – Lee Ann Tolsma

• Secretary – Amy Jenkins

• Treasurer – Mary Newell

• Communications Coordinator – Tracey Belmont

UPPER SCHOOL GRADE-LEVEL COMMITTEES FOR 2022-2023

A coordinator and four others constitute a grade-level committee. These committees work closely with school officials and students to facilitate communication, social events, activities, programs, and seminars. Upper School grade-level representatives for 2022-2023 are as follows:

• 9th Grade – Katie Martin

• 10th Grade – Ameeta Lall

• 11th Grade – Cindy Wagner

• 12th Grade – Lee Ann Tolsma

Watch for information regarding PAC meetings, etc., on the school calendar, in parent email communications, the OneWebb page of the school’s website (webbschool.org/onewebb), and in the passwordprotected online parent portal of Webb’s website.

Webb School Parent Expectations

The Parents' Advisory Committee has published a statement of common principles to serve as a catalyst for discussions among parents. It presupposes a need for parents to have a consistent network of support for one another in parenting children in a time when the media influences and the pressures associated with peer acceptance are higher than ever before. Although no formal declaration of commitment to these principles is required, it is hoped that parents of all students will agree that they serve the common good of the Webb School community and will abide by them.

Statement Of Common Principles

Evidence indicates that the single most critical factor in the safe and sound development of our children is parental involvement and support, followed closely by community involvement and support. Webb School is a unique environment, drawing its population from a 90square-mile radius and a wide variety of cultural backgrounds. If we are to have a sense of community here, we must commit to work hard for it. Commonality, shared values, and family networking, as well as true respect and appreciation of our differences, will be our reward. Our agreement to a statement of common principles is a way to begin that process.

1. We are concerned about the welfare and development of the children in our family, our school, and our community. We recognize that they are children, not always able to make the best choices, and they require effective parental as well as educational guidance. We reaffirm that our role as parents is to set standards for our children.

2. We acknowledge the value of knowing our children’s friends and their parents, thereby providing our children and ourselves a sense of community and security.

3. We will be assertive about calling other parents to verify plans and communicate any guidelines for our own children when there are activities where our children will be in the care or supervision of others. We will welcome calls when other children are our responsibility. We acknowledge a responsibility to contact parents when we are aware of noncompliance with these standards of behavior.

4. We accept the responsibility to teach our children about the dangers of alcohol, tobacco, and drugs, and to discourage the adolescent “rite of passage” that includes the use of illegal substances. We acknowledge that our own behavior sets an example for our children.

5. We will neither serve alcohol and other drugs or harmful substances to children, nor condone their use by the children of others who are under our supervision or in our care.

6. We want to know if our children are engaged in activities with illegal substances or any other serious, illegal acts. While this information may be disturbing and uncomfortable to hear, we will treat this as an expression of care and concern for our children and our community.

Prescription & NonPrescription Policy

Students who must take prescription medications during the school day must keep their medications in the Upper School Office and/or with the school nurse.

Accident Insurance

Each student is insured for accidents by a full access policy, including high school sports. This insurance policy will pay parent liability only after the family medical insurance plan has paid its share. In the event of an accident involving any student, an accident report form must be completed and turned into the Webb Business Office immediately. Written notice of an injury must be reported to our carrier by the school within 30 days. The coverage is in effect while the student is on school grounds, traveling to and from school, or off campus while on a school-sponsored activity with adult supervision provided by the school. For more information, please call the Business Office.