We are pleased to announce that the Oxford School District will officially take over the after-school program for the 2024-2025 school year. Pricing will remain the same at $150 per month. A fee will be applied to your child's PowerSchool account and due on the first of each month. More information will be provided once your child's seat is secured.

Children in grades Pre-K through 6 will continue to have the opportunity to attend after-school care at their respective school sites (OECC, BES, DDES, and CES) just as they have in the past. In addition to those sites, students from OIS will also be able to walk down the hill and join after-school care at CES. Parents will simply need to "Save Your Seat" for 6th graders as well.

The only change for the upcoming school year is the pick-up time, which will now be 5:30 p.m. each day.

If you have any further questions regarding Charger After School, please contact Marilyn Barnes at mvbarnes@oxfordsd.org.

Enrollment is now closed.
Contact program director Marilyn Barnes (mvbarnes@oxfordsd.org) for more information.

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Handbook for Charger After School

Introduction
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Oxford School District's newly formed After-School Program! As we embark on this exciting journey, we extend a warm welcome to you and your children.

Our After-School Program is designed to provide a safe and inviting environment where students can engage in organized play, receive tutoring, and participate in enriching activities. Our dedicated team is committed to meeting the needs of every student by offering a variety of engaging experiences that promote growth and learning.

Here are some key features of our After-School Program:
- Academic Support: One of the primary goals is to provide academic support through tutoring, homework help, and educational activities. This ensures that students have the resources and assistance they need to succeed academically.
- Enrichment: The program seeks to offer enrichment opportunities that go beyond the regular curriculum, including hands-on learning activities, arts and crafts, and other learning experiences. These activities will help students discover new interests and develop a broad range of interests and skills.
- Physical Activity: Incorporating recreational activities and structured play will not only improve health, it will also enhance mood, concentration, and social skills.
We believe that by providing a supportive and stimulating environment, we can empower students to reach their full potential. We are excited to partner with you on this journey and look forward to seeing the positive impact our After-School Program will have on your child's academic and personal development.

Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions or concerns. Together, we can make this After-School Program a rewarding experience for your child.

Thank you for entrusting us with your child's education and enrichment.

Warm regards,

Marilyn Barnes
After-School Program Coordinator
Oxford School District

Contacts, Sites, and Hours of Operation

Charger After School Program Main Office

Oxford Intermediate School

501 Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr.
Oxford, MS 38655

Phone: 662-234-3541, ext. 71435

Staff Directory

Name	Title	Email
Marilyn Barnes	Director of Student Development	mvbarnes@oxfordsd.org
Tammy Trim	After-School Director	tctrim@oxfordsd.org
Allison Brown	Site Coordinator (Oxford Early Childhood Center)	albrown@oxfordsd.org
Nicole Rikard	Site Coordinator (Bramlett Elementary School)	ynrikard@oxfordsd.org
Ti’Erra Certion	Site Coordinator (Della Davidson Elementary School)	tlcertion@oxfordsd.org
Justyn Hutchins	Site Coordinator (Central Elementary School & Oxford Intermediate School)	jthutchins@oxfordsd.org

*If you need to contact an after-school staff member, please contact the main office at 662-234-3541 or email the After-School Director at tctrim@oxfordsd.org or the Director of Student Development at mvbarnes@oxfordsd.org.

Program Locations

Location	Address	Phone
Oxford Early Childhood Center	1637 Highway 30 East	662-371-1630
Bramlett Elementary School	225 Bramlett Blvd.	662-234-2685
Della Davidson Elementary School	209 Commonwealth Blvd.	662-236-4870
Central Elementary School	409 Washington Ave.	662-234-3497

Hours of Operation

Charger After School operates from the time participants are released from school until 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to create a dynamic after-school program that fosters academic success, personal growth, and a balanced combination of recreation and instruction. By offering engaging activities, supportive tutoring, and enrichment opportunities, we will empower students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive environment where every child has the opportunity to discover their passions, build meaningful connections and relationships, and reach their full potential.
After-school Program Goals

Academic Support: One of the primary goals is to provide academic support through tutoring, homework help, and educational activities. This ensures that students have the resources and assistance they need to succeed academically.

Enrichment: The program seeks to offer enrichment opportunities that go beyond the regular curriculum, including hands-on learning activities, arts and crafts, and other learning experiences. These activities will help students discover new interests and develop a broad range of interests and skills.

Physical Activity: Incorporating recreational activities and structured play will not only improve health, it will also enhance mood, concentration, and social skills.
Registration Process
Payment and Fees

The Charger After School fee is $150 MONTHLY. Fees are due on the first of each month. The monthly amount should be paid through the student’s PowerSchool account. Any monthly fee paid after the 10th of the month will be charged a $25 late fee. If the monthly fee is not paid by the 15th of the month, your child’s enrollment in the after-care program may be suspended or terminated.

Charger After School will offer a sibling discount for parents who have more than one child enrolled in the program. The discount is $20 off per month for each subsequent child after one child in the family is registered at full price.

When children enroll in the after-care program, the site provides the time, space, staff, and provisions for each child, whether the child attends or not. The monthly fee will be charged in full regardless of how many days the child attends. Fees are not refundable if a child is suspended/expelled from our program.
Withdrawal Policy

If a parent would like to withdraw their child from the program, he or she will need to provide written documentation to the After School site coordinator before the first day of the month in order to avoid the monthly fee being assigned to their student’s PowerSchool account. Fees are nonrefundable if a student withdraws before the end of the month.
Pick-up Policy
Children must be picked up by 5:30 p.m., which is the closing time of each site. If an emergency arises, and you are unable to reach the site by 5:30 p.m., please contact your site coordinator or to let him/her know when you will arrive.

Each center will follow these guidelines in response to a late pick-up:
1. If the family is late for pickup, immediately at 5:30 p.m. staff will try to call the family to ensure that someone is on the way to pick up the child. If the family is not reachable, staff will notify emergency contacts and ask for pick up.
2. The following structure will be used regarding late pickup:
  1. First time late: The site staff will reinforce the closing time, document the late pickup in the child’s records, and give the family a copy of the late policy guidelines.
  2. Second time late: The site coordinator will notify the director and a late fee* will be charged to the student’s PowerSchool account. The site staff will reinforce the closing time, document the late pickup in the child’s records, and give the family a copy of the late policy guidelines.
    
    *The late fee referenced above is $1 for every minute the parent is late with a $10 minimum.
  3. Third time late: The site coordinator will notify the director and a late fee* will be charged to the student’s account. The site staff will notify the after-school director for next steps which could include suspension or termination of care.
    
    *The late fee referenced above is $1 for every minute the parent is late with a $10 minimum.
3. If the parent fails to contact the after-school site and emergency contacts cannot be reached within 30 minutes of closing time, the staff is required to notify the DCS and school resource officer.
Sign-in and Sign-out Procedures

Student Badges: Students must have their badges with them daily. These badges are essential for the sign-out process.

Parent/Guardian Identification: Parents or authorized designee must present a valid driver's license or state-issued ID when picking up students.

Authorized Pick-Up: Students will only be released to individuals whose names are listed on the official pick-up list. Ensure that your pick-up list is up-to-date to avoid any delays.
Early Release Guidelines

Charger After School sites will provide child care on 60% days that are scheduled in advance by the school district according to the academic calendar. The after school program will remain open until 5:30 p.m.

In case of inclement weather or an emergency and the school closes during school operational hours, Charger aftercare will not provide child care. Parents will be notified of the closure and will need to make arrangements for their child’s pick-up.
Safe Environment
Accidents, Illness, and Emergency
We work very hard to anticipate and prevent injuries. If your child is injured, we will:
- Administer Band-Aids and comfort in large doses for small hurts (minor cuts, scrapes, and bumps)
- Contact you or your emergency contact if any injury may require medical attention, including bee stings, moderate cuts, sprains, and injuries to joints or possible fractures. You may then decide how you would like to proceed.
- Secure medical treatment immediately if a parent or emergency contact cannot be reached or if the injury warrants fast action. OSD reserves the right to contact emergency care.
Student Returned to School
Students who are returned to school and placed in after-care because the bus brings them back to school due to no parent being at home to receive them will face the following consequences:
- First time returned: Parent will be notified of the policy and receive a warning.
- Second time returned: Parent will be reminded of the policy and a $15 fee will be assessed to the child’s PowerSchool account.
- Third time returned: Parent will be charged $1 for each minute that their child attends after school with a minimum fee of $15. The fee will be assessed to the child’s PowerSchool account.

Discipline Matrix

Due Process: Students shall be afforded due process rights. This includes the right to (1) be informed of conduct which would result in disciplinary action against the student; (2) notice of the rule violation; (3) explanation of the evidence supporting the charge including but not limited to, staff or student corroboration and/or camera footage; (4) an opportunity to present the student’s side of the story; (5) a penalty that is proportionate to the violation.

Discipline Matrix: Infractions and Consequences

Bullying, Harassment, Hazing

Bullying

Definition: Physical, verbal, written, or electronic conduct, directed toward a student that is: 1) Unwanted, 2) Repeated, and 3) Involves an imbalance of power. These actions are so pervasive, severe, and objectively offensive, that they: 1) have the purpose of creating or resulting in an intimidating, hostile, or offensive academic environment, or 2) have the purpose or effect of substantially or unreasonably interfering with a student’s academic performance, which deprives the student access to educational opportunities.

Consequences of Bullying
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	Apology Student Conference
2nd	Parent Conference Group Reassignment
3rd	Temporary Suspension (1 day)
4th or more	Suspension

Harassment

Definition: Harassment is a form of discrimination. Physical, verbal or electronic conduct related to a person’s race, religion, national origin, age, gender (including pregnancy), disability, sexual orientation, military status, genetic information or other category protected by law. The district specifically prohibits any form of harassment that is sexual in nature. Includes, but is not limited to, verbal harassment or abuse, implied or overt threat(s), physical acts of aggression, and intimidating behavior, which have the effect of substantially or unreasonably interfering with a student’s education, use of services, or participation in activities.

Consequences of Harassment
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	Apology Student Conference
2nd	Parent Conference Group Reassignment
3rd	Temporary Suspension (1 day)
4th or more	Suspension

Hazing

Definition: Committing an act against a student or coercing a student to commit an act that creates risk of harm to a person, in order to be initiated into a student organization or class, or for any other purpose.

Consequences of Hazing
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	Apology Student Conference
2nd	Parent Conference Group Reassignment
3rd	Temporary Suspension (1 day)
4th or more	Suspension

Disrespect and Disobedience

Failure to Comply with Instructions

Definition: Failure to complete or fulfill a task assigned by a staff member.

Consequences of Failure to Comply with Instructions
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	Warning Apology
2nd	Restrictions
3rd	Parent Conference
4th or more	Temporary Suspsension (1 day)

Disrespectful Behavior

Definition: Communication or actions that demonstrate a lack of respect or courtesy toward an individual.

Consequences of Disrespectful Behavior
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	Warning Apology
2nd	Restrictions
3rd	Parent Conference
4th or more	Temporary Suspsension (1 day)

Offensive Language/Gesture

Definition: Use of disgusting, hurtful, obscene or foul language, communication, or action.

Consequences of Offensive Language/Gesture
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	Warning Apology Restrictions
2nd	Restrictions
3rd	Parent Conference
4th or more	Temporary Suspsension (1 day)

Non-Violent Playful Behavior

Definition: Excessive playful behavior which has the potential to cause harm accidentally (including playful hitting, pushing, shoving or other behaviors which could cause harm unintentionally).

Consequences of Non-Violent Playful Behavior
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	Warning Apology Restrictions
2nd	Restrictions
3rd	Parent Conference
4th or more	Temporary Suspsension (1 day)

Continued Willful Disobedience

Definition: Student conduct deemed as unwillingness to submit to authority or refusal to respond to a reasonable request (including providing false information).

Consequences of Continued Willful Disobedience
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	Restrictions Warning
2nd	Restrictions Student Contract
3rd	Parent Conference
4th or more	Temporary Suspsension (1 day)

Offensive Language Directed at a Staff Member

Definition: Offensive language or gesture as defined above directed at a staff member.

Consequences of Offensive Language Directed at a Staff Member
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	Apology Restrictions
2nd	Restrictions Student Conference
3rd	Parent Conference
4th or more	Temporary Suspsension (1 day)

Disruption

Chronic Disruption

Definition: Creating or contributing to a moderate disturbance that disrupts the normal operation of the school environment but doesn't pose a threat to the health or safety of others.

Consequences of Chronic Disruption
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	Warning Apology Restrictions
2nd	Restrictions Student Conference
3rd	Parent Conference
4th or more	Temporary Suspsension (1 day)

Substantial Disruptions and Illegal Activities

Fires and Misuse of Fire Alarms/Extinguishers

Definition: Causing, or attempting to cause, a fire on school grounds, pulling a fire alarm, or using a fire extinguisher without valid cause.

Consequences of Fires and Misuse of Fire Alarms/Extinguishers
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	ISS (1 day)
2nd	ISS (2 to 4 days)
3rd	SUS (1 day)
4th or more	SUS (3 to 5 days)

Weapons

Definition: Possessing, handling, or transmitting any object or material that is ordinarily considered a weapon, look-alike weapon, or any object that could place a person in reasonable fear of physical harm. Includes, but not limited to knives, razor blades, mace, and pepper spray.

Consequences of Weapons
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	SUS (9 days) pending disciplinary hearing, with possibility of Expulsion and/or Alternate Placement
2nd	SUS (9 days) pending disciplinary hearing, with possibility of Expulsion and/or Alternate Placement
3rd	SUS (9 days) pending disciplinary hearing, with possibility of Expulsion and/or Alternate Placement
4th or more	SUS (9 days) pending disciplinary hearing, with possibility of Expulsion and/or Alternate Placement

Bomb Threat or Threat of School Shooting

Definition: A threat to detonate an explosive or incendiary device to cause property damage, death, or injuries, whether or not such a device actually exists, or a substantial threat or plan to conduct a school shooting.

Consequences of Bomb Threat or Threat of School Shooting
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	SUS (9 days) pending disciplinary hearing, with possibility of Expulsion and/or Alternate Placement
2nd	SUS (9 days) pending disciplinary hearing, with possibility of Expulsion and/or Alternate Placement
3rd	SUS (9 days) pending disciplinary hearing, with possibility of Expulsion and/or Alternate Placement
4th or more	SUS (9 days) pending disciplinary hearing, with possibility of Expulsion and/or Alternate Placement

Firearms

Definition: Carrying, possessing, storing, keeping, leaving, placing, or putting into the possession of another person, any firearm, including an air gun.

Consequences of Firearms
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	SUS (9 days) pending disciplinary hearing, with possibility of Expulsion and/or Alternate Placement
2nd	SUS (9 days) pending disciplinary hearing, with possibility of Expulsion and/or Alternate Placement
3rd	SUS (9 days) pending disciplinary hearing, with possibility of Expulsion and/or Alternate Placement
4th or more	SUS (9 days) pending disciplinary hearing, with possibility of Expulsion and/or Alternate Placement

Property Infractions

Theft

Definition: Taking something that does not belong to you. Stealing, or attempting to steal, private or school property, or receiving school property.

Consequences of Theft
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	Apology Restrictions Restitution
2nd	Restrictions Restitution Parent Conference
3rd	Restrictions Restitution Parent Conference
4th or more	Restrictions Restitution Temporary Suspension (1 day)

Destruction of Property

Definition: Causing or attempting to cause damage to private or school property, or the repeated damage involving private or school property, including graffiti. This also includes the alteration of student or school computer programs or systems.

Consequences of Destruction of Property
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	Apology Restrictions Restitution
2nd	Restrictions Restitution Parent Conference
3rd	Restrictions Restitution Parent Conference Student Contract
4th or more	Restrictions Restitution Temporary Suspension (1 day)

Sexual Misconduct

Sexual Activity

Definition: Touching of a sexual nature, attempting to engage or engaging in sexual activity, or exposing private body parts.

Consequences of Sexual Activity
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	Student Conference
2nd	Restrictions Student Conference Parent Conference
3rd	Parent Conference
4th or more	Student Contract

Inappropriate Touching

Definition: Unwanted touching of non-intimate areas of another's body, depending on the circumstances.

Consequences of Inappropriate Touching
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	Student Conference
2nd	Restrictions Student Conference Parent Conference
3rd	Parent Conference
4th or more	Student Contract

Verbal and Physical Altercations

Physical Aggression towards a Student

Definition: Aggressive behavior with the potential to cause physical harm towards others, including a forceful action, attitude, or behavior that is expressed physically toward another student.

Consequences of Physical Aggression towards a Student
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	Student Conference Restrictions
2nd	Student Conference Restrictions
3rd	Temporary Suspension (1 day)
4th or more	Suspension

Intimidation/Threat towards a Student

Definition: Use of coercion, force, threats, violence, intimidation, or similar conduct, that constitutes a threat to another student’s safety or interferes with school purposes. Context will be considered.

Consequences of Intimidation/Threat towards a Student
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	Student Conference Restrictions
2nd	Parent Conference Student Contract
3rd	Temporary Suspension (1 day)
4th or more	Suspension

Fighting

Definition: A physical conflict involving two or more students.

Consequences of Fighting
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	Parent Conference
2nd	Student Contract
3rd	Temporary Suspension (1 day)
4th or more	Suspension

Physical Injury of a Student

Definition: Causing physical injury to another student. Cases in which physical injury are caused by accident or other action undertaken on the reasonable belief that it was necessary to protect another person or self shall not constitute a violation of this rule.

Consequences of Physical Injury of a Student
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	Restrictions Parent Conference
2nd	Student Contract Restrictions
3rd	Temporary Suspension (1 day)
4th or more	Suspension

Physical Aggression towards Staff

Definition: Aggressive behavior with the potential to cause physical harm towards others, including a forceful action, attitude, or behavior that is expressed physically toward a staff member.

Consequences of Physical Aggression towards Staff
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	Parent Conference Student Conference
2nd	Temporary Suspension (1 day)
3rd	Temporary Suspension (2 days)
4th or more	Suspension

Intimidation/Threat towards Staff

Definition: Use of coercion, force, threats, violence, intimidation or similar conduct that constitutes a threat to a staff member’s safety or interferes with school purposes.

Consequences of Intimidation/Threat towards Staff
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	Parent Conference Student Conference
2nd	Temporary Suspension (1 day)
3rd	Temporary Suspension (2 days)
4th or more	Suspension

Physical Injury of Staff

Definition: Causing physical injury to a staff member. Cases in which physical injury are caused by accident or other action undertaken on the reasonable belief that it was necessary to protect another person or self shall not constitute a violation of this rule.

Consequences of Physical Injury of Staff
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	Parent Conference Student Conference
2nd	Temporary Suspension (1 day)
3rd	Temporary Suspension (2 days)
4th or more	Suspension

Unauthorized Departure from Campus

Leaving Campus

Definition: Leaving school grounds without obtaining proper permission from school authorities during designated hours, violating established safety and attendance policies.

Consequences of Leaving Campus
Violation	Minimum Consequence(s)
1st	Parent Conference Student Conference
2nd	Temporary Suspension (1 day)
3rd	Temporary Suspension (2 days)
4th or more	Suspension

Additional Infractions

Accessory: Students who cause someone else to commit a violation, help in the commission of a violation, or encourages, advises, or acts with another to commit a violation will be disciplined as if they committed the violation themselves.

Transportation behavior: While on district-provided transportation (including, but not limited to a bus or cab), students shall adhere to the same behavior expectations, standards, and consequences as at school. Consequences will be consistent with the violation committed, which may include suspension of riding privileges.

Infractions off school grounds: Activities that occur outside the school environment but substantially disturb the school environment are subject to the consequences listed in this matrix.

Consequence Definitions

Timeout: Discipline which requires students to serve timeout, during or after school.

Temporary Suspension: Temporary denial to a student by the After School Director and/or Director of Student Development.

Suspension: Denial of the program by the After School Director and/or Director of Student Development.

Where appropriate, the following additional interventions may be added to any violation:

Apology: Written or verbal statement of, acknowledgment of, and accountability for, the offense.
Law enforcement referral: When appropriate students will be referred to the police for violations that are also violations of city, state, or federal laws.
Group Reassignment: Reassignment of a student to a new group because of student misbehavior.
Restitution: When appropriate, students will reimburse the school or others for financial damages.
Restrictions: Removal of student privileges.
Student conference: A meeting with administration and/or a counselor or team.
Parent conference: A meeting with administration.
Student contract: A written plan or agreement to address discipline concerns.
Warning: Discussion and plan for change.

Last Modified on September 27, 2024

Handbook for Charger After School

Introduction

Contacts, Sites, and Hours of Operation

Mission Statement

After-school Program Goals

Registration Process

Payment and Fees

Withdrawal Policy

Pick-up Policy

Sign-in and Sign-out Procedures

Early Release Guidelines

Safe Environment

Accidents, Illness, and Emergency

Student Returned to School

Discipline Matrix