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 Acknowledging when students are meeting those expectations

SALE OR TRANSACTIONS
The selling or purchasing of items in school between students (i.e, clothing, electronics, jewelry) is not
permitted without permission of the principal.

SCHOOL COUNSELING SERVICES
The Mission of the Pine-Richland School Counseling program is to provide a comprehensive developmental
counseling program addressing the academic, career and personal/social growth of all students. In
partnership with other educators, parents or guardians and the community, school counselors advocate to
maximize student potential, academic achievement and preparedness for success in a global society.
Students or parents are welcome and encouraged to contact their School Counselor with concerns at any
time. Please call 724-625-3111; Jennifer Mullaugh (ext. 2229) is the Counselor for students with last names
A-K, and Michael Rose (ext. 2230) is the Counselor for students with last names L-Z.

SEARCHES
School officials have the authority to lawfully search students or their belongings, including lockers,
automobiles, electronic devices, purses, backpacks, clothing, and other possessions, without a warrant, when
in school, on school grounds or when otherwise under school supervision, if there is a reasonable suspicion
that the place or thing to be searched contains prohibited contraband, material that would pose a threat to
the health, safety and welfare of the school population, or evidence that there has been a violation of the
law, Board policy, or school rules. The scope and extent of searches must be reasonable in relation to the
nature of the suspected evidence, contraband or dangerous material and to the grounds for suspecting that
it may be found in the place or thing being searched. Every effort will be made to contact the student’s
parent/guardian prior to searching a student’s belongings. Additional information related to searches can be
found via school board policies.

SNACKS/TREATS FROM HOME
The Pine-Richland School District Wellness Policy was adopted in 2017. This policy states that:
 Only non-food based parties and celebrations shall occur on the school campus during the school
day in district schools.
 Shared classroom snacks are not permitted in district
schools.
 Foods and beverages shall not be used as a reward or
incentive in district schools.
The Wellness Policy allows students to choose healthy foods over
those high in carbohydrates, sugar and empty calories. A list of
suggestions was prepared by Pine-Richland Food Service Director,
Diane Bucknum. Items that may be included are foods with no
added sugar or minimal amount of sugar, fresh fruits and
vegetables, and water, 100% fruit juice or milk.

STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
The Student Assistance Program (SAP) is a state mandated program in which the primary goal is to help
students overcome any barrier to learning. The SAP team helps students so that they may find success in
school.

SAP is a systemic process utilizing techniques to mobilize school resources in order to remove barriers to
learning. The core of the program is a professionally trained team, including school staff and liaisons from
community mental health and drug and alcohol agencies. SAP team members are trained to identify
problems, determine whether the presenting problem lies within the responsibility of the school and to make
recommendations to assist the student and the parent. When the problem lies beyond the scope of the
school, the SAP team will assist the parent and student so they may access services within the community.

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