Woodhull Student-Family Handbook

Why It Matters:

Healthy students are happier and more focused in class.

What Parents Can Do:
•    Avoid sending snacks with peanuts/tree nuts.
•    Provide updated physical exam forms for required grades (PK/K, 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11).
•    Notify Nurse Dana DeRuvo (631-583-5626) about health concerns or medication needs.
•    Keep emergency contacts up-to-date.

What Students Can Expect:
•    Staff trained to respond to allergies and emergencies.
•    Vision, hearing, and health screenings as required.
•    A caring nurse ready to help if they don’t feel well.

[📄 Full Health & Safety Policy PDF]
 

Why It Matters: 

Our goal is for every student to grow academically, socially, and creatively.
 

What Parents Can Do:

• Attend parent-teacher conferences.
• Check report cards three times a year; interim reports halfway between each trimester.
• Encourage participation in clubs and activities.
• Talk with your child about what they’re learning.

What Students Can Expect:

• Daily instruction in core subjects and specials (art, music, PE, Spanish, technology).
• Enrichment through environmental education and field trips.
• Recognition for hard work and good citizenship (Principal’s List, Honors).
• [📄 Full Academics Policy PDF]

Why It Matters:

Technology helps us learn, but it must be used respectfully and safely.
 

What Parents Can Do:

• Sign technology agreements promptly.
• Remind students that personal devices stay in backpacks unless a teacher says otherwise.
• Contact your child during school hours through the Main Office (631-583-5626).
• Encourage responsible online behavior outside of school hours.

What Students Can Expect:

• Use district devices for learning.
• Personal devices allowed only for medical needs, emergencies, or with teacher approval.
• Follow the same behavior rules online as in class.
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[📄 Full Technology Policy PDF]

Why It Matters:

Respect and kindness make our school safe and welcoming for all.
 

What Parents Can Do:

• Review the four expectations: Be Safe, Be Responsible, Be Respectful, Be Kind.
• Sign and return the Code of Conduct acknowledgment form.
• Report bullying or harassment to the Principal/DASA Coordinator (Mr. Davey)

What Students Can Expect:

• A safe place to learn without fear of bullying.
• Fair consequences when rules are broken.
• Adults who will listen and take action on concerns.

[📄 Full Code of Conduct PDF]

Why It Matters: 

Being prepared keeps everyone safe during the unexpected.
 

What Parents Can Do:

• Know our reunification process if school is evacuated.
• Keep all contact numbers current.
• Talk with your child about drills so they know what to expect.

What Students Can Expect:

• Regular safety drills to practice calm, quick responses.
• Caring staff and local emergency teams ready to help.
• Clear instructions during any incident.

[📄 Full Emergency Plan Summary PDF]