Lansing School District Student Handbook
Contact Us
Grades: K - 6
2018-2019 School Year Address
4501 Pleasant Grove
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 755-1600
Angela Jackson, Principal
angela.tarry
@lansingschools.net
Calvin Beard, Assistant Principal
calvin.beard
@lansingschools.net
Cat Weaver, Focus Teacher
cathleen.weaver
@lansingschools.net
Bridget Tower, Secretary
bridget.tower
@lansingschools.net
School Hours
2018-19 School Year
8:35 a.m. - 3:52 p.m.
Half day 8:35 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
Late Start Wednesday 10:45 a.m. - 3:52 p.m.
Resources
Map to Dwight Rich School of the Arts
2017-18 Annual Education Report
2016-17 Annual Education Report
2015-16 Annual Education Report
2014-15 Annual Education Report
2013-14 LansingSTEM Annual Education Report (AER) Coverletter
2013-14 LansingSTEM Annual Education Report
2012-2013 Lansing STEM SIP
Lansing STEM Walk Boundary Map
Useful Links
Welcome to
Dwight Rich
School of the Arts
K-6 An Artful Learning School
At Dwight Rich, we will be:
- Engaging students with a Bernstein-inspired “Artful Learning” model of arts integration aligned to Michigan grade level standards.
- Implementing Project Based Learning based on the BIE model.
Dwight Rich School of the Arts offers unique learning experiences for K-6 students utilizing technology and art labs, along with dance and music studio spaces.
What is Arts Integration?
Arts integration is a teaching approach where students construct and demonstrate their learning through an art form. Students engage in a creative process which connects an art form to their subject(s) of study to enhance their understanding. This involves visual, performing, music, media, and communication arts.
What Makes Dwight Rich Special?
- Technology-based learning and arts programming.
- Art labs, technology labs, dance, music and performance studio space.
- Content and teaching resources: Project-based Learning, SAFARI Montage, Aldebran Robotics
The Artful Learning Model
The four main quadrants of this model encourage and support best teaching practices while improving the manner in which both students and teachers learn.
They are:
- EXPERIENCE
- INQUIRE
- CREATE
- REFLECT
Dwight Rich School of the Arts will:
facilitate Arts Immersion Weeks – engaging students in arts creation and learning through an Artist-in-Residence program that increases student exposure to the arts, culminating in school-based performances and family programs at the Wharton Center.
Dwight Rich Partners with the Best
- The Kennedy Center and MSU's Wharton Center
- Broad Art Museum
- United Arts Council and Living Rhythms
- Disney Musicals in Schools and the Wharton Center
- MSU Museum
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Presidents' Day - No School All GradesDate: Feb 18Calendar: Dwight Rich School Calendar
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20 Feb
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Late Start WednesdayDate: Feb 20Calendar: Dwight Rich School Calendar
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26 Feb
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PCAC Meeting (Parent Community Advisory Council) 6:30 PM to 8:00 PMPCAC Meeting (Parent Community Advisory Council)Date: Feb 26Time: 6:30 PM to 8:00 PMLocation: Wainwright, 4200 Wainwright Ave Lansing, MI 48911Cost: FreeCalendar: Dwight Rich School Calendar
February 26: Location – Wainwright. Climate and culture presentation.
Free dinner and childcare will be provided.
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Late Start WednesdayDate: Feb 27Calendar: Dwight Rich School Calendar
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6 Mar
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Late Start WednesdayDate: Mar 6Calendar: Dwight Rich School Calendar
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Title IX - Sex Discrimination/Gender Equity/Sexual Harassment
What is Title IX?
Title IX prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any District program, service or activity including, but not limited to: educational programs or activities, e.g., extracurricular activities, student services, academic counseling, discipline, classroom assignment, grading, athletics, transportation, etc.
Unlawful Discriminatory Practices Under Title IX
Sexual Harassment (unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature)
Sexual Misconduct/Violence (rape, sexual assault, sexual battery, sexual exploitation and other forms of non-consensual sexual activity)
Stalking (repeatedly following, harassing, threatening or intimidating including by telephone, mail, electronic communication or social media)
Retaliation (adverse academic or other actions against anyone reporting or participating in an investigation of Title IX allegations)
Reporting Prohibited Behavior
Members of the school district community who believe that a Title IX violation may have occurred, should discuss their concerns and/or file a complaint with the District’s Title IX coordinator.
Dr. Mark Coscarella
Deputy Superintendent
Mark.coscarella@lansingschools.net
(517) 755-2946
You may also report any form of sexual misconduct to the Public Safety Department:
Ms. Cordelia Black
Director of Public Safety
Cordelia.black@lansingschools.net
(517) 755-2030