Student Handbook
Welcome to the LeyVa Student Handbook for the 2025-2026 school year.
At LeyVa, we are committed to providing a safe, respectful, and supportive learning environment where all students can succeed. This handbook provides important information about school and district policies, procedures, expectations, student and parent rights and responsibilities, and daily school operations. Families are encouraged to review this handbook with their child and refer to it throughout the school year.
- About LeyVa
- State and District Policies
- Attendance
- Safety
- Food
- Behavior Expectations
- School Policies
- Academics
- Support Services
- Athletics and Activities
- Home and Family
About LeyVa
LeyVa Middle School offers two unique options for students. When entering 7th grade, students will have the option to choose which educational style fits them best. There are two programs available: Bulldog Tech (BT) and Bulldog Pathways (BP).
Each program offers rigorous common core standards that are taught by highly qualified teachers. Each program also offers a collaborative teaching model.
Pathways has content specific teacher teams who collaborate together throughout the year to best support students who travel to all their classrooms. BT offers a co-teaching model that allows for the students to learn with two teachers per room in a dual
learning environment. Pathway also uses Project-Based Learning (PBL) as the method of delivery to teach the common core standards and to engage students.
Both programs offer technology usage to enhance the educational experience for students. What makes Pathway unique is the 1:1 teach to student ratio as well as the teaching method that is used.
The important part to remember is that we are one united middle school. All students have equal access to school programs, athletics, clubs, etc.
As a Bulldog, students have a choice in their academic program. Offering differentiated academic programs for students to choose makes our middle school cutting edge, student centered, and inclusive to all learners. At LeyVa, we are proud of our diverse academic programs and we strive to create a middle school experience that engages every student!
Submit any questions at Ask LeyVa.
State and District Policies
California Law
Every student shall attend school punctually and regularly, follow school rules, obey all
directions of the staff, work diligently, behave appropriately, and respect those in authority. (CA Administrative Code 300).
- Those students who continue to defy school authority by word or act, or who commit an obscene act or engage in mhabitual profanity, are subject to disciplinary action (Ed. Code 48900).
- Students who possess, sell, or otherwise furnish any firearm, knife, explosive, or other dangerous object, shall be subject to suspension and expulsion from school and district, and the items will be confiscated (CA Administrative Code 300, Penal Code 653k, Penal Code 62610).
- There shall be no smoking or possession of tobacco, tobacco product, or electronic cigarette (or similar product) on school grounds or during any school activity (Ed. Code 48900).
- The use, possession or being under the influence of any controlled substance, intoxicant, or alcoholic beverage on school grounds or any school sponsored activity is strictly prohibited. Violators will be suspended from school and subject to referral to the appropriate law enforcement agency (Ed. Code 48900, CA Administrative Code 301).
- Any student who destroys or in any way injures public or private property such as books, lockers, buildings, buses, or other equipment may face suspension or expulsion, and the parent or guardian shall be held financially liable.
- Any student who steals, or attempts to steal school or personal property, or commits any unlawful act on school buses, school grounds, or on the way to and from school shall be subject to suspension, expulsion and referral to the appropriate law enforcement agency.
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Suspension, including supervised suspension as described in Section 48911.1, shall be imposed only when other means of correction fail to bring about proper conduct, except when that the pupil's presence causes a danger to persons (Ed. Code 48900.5). Examples of ”Other means of correction” include:
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Restorative Practices
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Community Service
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Reflection
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Conference
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After-school Programs
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Positive Support Approach
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Sexual Harassment
Sexual harassment means "any unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and/ or other verbal, visual, or physical conduct of a sexual nature made by someone in the educational setting." This conduct has the purpose or effect of having a negative
impact upon the individual's work or academic performance, or creates an intimidating,
hostile, or offensive educational environment.
Violators will face disciplinary actions which may include suspension or expulsion from
school and subject to referral to the appropriate law enforcement agency.
A student who believes he/she is a victim of sexual harassment is to report such harassment to a teacher, administrator, or other adult authority on campus.
(Federal and CA State Law)
District Policies
The following Evergreen School District policies are provided to you to increase your awareness of what is and is not tolerated at any Evergreen School District campus. Policies can be accessed online or requested from the school office.
Student Use of Technology - B.P. 6163.4
The Governing Board recognizes that technology provides ways to access the most current and extensive sources of information. Technology enables students to practice skills and to develop reasoning and problem-solving abilities. Every effort shall be made to provide equal access to technology throughout the district’s schools and classes. Students are responsible for adhering to Evergreen School District’s Acceptable Use Agreement.
Non-Discrimination - B.P. 5145.3
District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, including harassment, with respect to the actual or perceived ethnic group, religion, gender, color, race, ancestry, national origin, and physical or mental disability, age or sexual orientation. The Governing Board shall ensure equal opportunities for all students in admission and access to the educational program, guidance, and counseling programs, athletic programs, testing procedures, and other activities.
Sexual Harassment - B.P. 5145.7
The Governing Board is committed to maintaining a school environment that is free from harassment. The Board prohibits sexual harassment of any student by another student, an employee or other person, at school or at a school-sponsored or school-related activity. The Board also prohibits retaliatory behavior or action against any person who complains, testifies, assists or otherwise participates in the complaint process established in accordance with this policy. Any student who engages in sexual harassment of anyone at school or at a school-sponsored or school-related activity is in violation of this policy and shall be subject to disciplinary action.
Uniform Complaint Procedure - B.P. 1312.4
The Board recognizes that the district has primary responsibility for ensuring compliance with state and federal laws and regulations governing education. The district shall investigate and seek to resolve complaints at the local level. The district shall follow uniform procedures when addressing civil rights guarantees, complaints alleging unlawful discrimination or gender equity issues, or failure to comply with state or federal law in programs for consolidated categorical aid, Indian education, migrant education, child nutrition, special education, adult education, career/vocation education, and child development. The Board prohibits retaliation in any form for the filing of a complaint, the reporting of instances of discrimination, or for participation in complaint procedures. Such participation shall not in any way affect the status, grades, or work assignments of the complainant. The Board acknowledges and respects employee rights to privacy. Discrimination complaints shall be investigated in a manner that protects the confidentiality of the parties and the facts. This includes keeping the identity of the complainant confidential except to the extent necessary to carry out the investigation or proceedings, as determined by the Superintendent or designee on a case-by-case basis. The Superintendent or designee shall ensure that employees designated to investigate complaints are knowledgeable about the laws and programs for which they are responsible.
Tobacco-Free Environment - B.P. 4016.1 and 5131.62
Documentation and research has demonstrated the health hazards associated with the use of tobacco products and the breathing of second-hand smoke. Further, a legislative mandate requires the district to alleviate the presence and use of tobacco products in the educational environment. The Governing Board intends to maintain tobacco and smoke-free school facilities, grounds, offices, work areas, and district vehicles for all of its students, employees, parents, volunteers, and visitors.
Williams Uniform Complaint Procedures - B.P. 3212.4 W
The Board recognizes that the district has primary responsibility for ensuring compliance with state and federal laws and regulations governing education. The district shall investigate and seek to resolve complaints at the local level. The district shall follow uniform procedures when addressing complaints regarding Instructional Materials, Teacher Vacancy/Mis-assignment and Facilities conditions which pose an emergency or urgent threat to the health or safety of students and/or staff.
Protection of Pupil Rights
The district has adopted policies, in consultation with parents, regarding student and parent rights as well as arrangements to protect the privacy in the administration of protected information surveys and the collection, disclosure, or use of personal information for marketing, sales or other distribution purposes. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act gives parents certain rights with respect to their child’s educational records. More information is available in the school office.
Textbooks and Library Books
Students are responsible for the use and care of all textbooks issued to them. They are also responsible for any library books they check out. Students and their parents/guardians are financially responsible for lost or damaged books (Ed. Code 48904 ). Please be aware of this and take care of them appropriately. Library books should be returned on or before the due dates.
Search and Seizure
School officials may search any individual student, his/her property, or district property under his/her control when there is a reasonable suspicion that the search will uncover evidence that he/she is violating the law, Board policy, administrative regulation, or other rules of the district or school. The types of student property that may be searched by school officials include, but are not limited to lockers, desks, purses, backpacks, student vehicles parked on district property, cellular phones, or other electronic communication devices (Ed Code 49050, BP/AR 5145.12).
Attendance
Attendance
It is the responsibility of the parents/ guardians to make sure students attend school daily (Education Code 48200). Students who miss more than the allotted absences or tardies from school will receive official notices of truancy (Education Code 48260). This process can lead to our district’s Student Attendance Review Board (SARB) (Education Code 48263) and ultimately, the Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office for review and prosecution (Education Code 48264 and 48293 and Penal Code 270.1).
Tardies
Tardies to School
A student is defined late to school if he/she is not in his/her seat when the late bell rings at 8:05 am. No exception.
Students must report to the Student Center to pick up a tardy slip before going to class.
- Tardies to class throughout the day may lead to reflection and/or exclusion from certain student activities.
Students are responsible for serving their assigned consequences.
Tardy Protocol
- 1st - Warning
- 2nd - Email / Phone Call Home
- 3rd - Reflection
- 4th - Reflection/Parent Meeting
- 5th - Friday Reflection
- 6th - Contract and Reflection
Truancy and Chronic Absenteeism
Truancy – “Education Code Section 48260 (a) A pupil subject to compulsory full-time education or to compulsory continuation education who is absent from school without a valid excuse three full days in one school year or tardy or absent for more than a 30-minute period during the school day without a valid excuse on three occasions in one
school year, or any combination thereof, shall be classified as a truant and shall be reported to the attendance supervisor or to the superintendent of the school district.”
Chronic Absenteeism “A student is considered a chronic absentee if he or she is absent 10 percent of the days they were enrolled in a school. Chronic absence is different from truancy which counts only unexcused absences and indicates a violation of California’s compulsory attendance laws. Average Daily Attendance (ADA) is the average number of students who attend school each day and is used for state funding purposes.”
Excessive tardies may result in exclusion from school activities.
Excused Absences and Tardies Examples*
- Illness
- Serious illness or death in the immediate family
- Medical or dental appointments
- Religious holiday observances
Unexcused Absences and Tardies Examples
- Missing the bus, car breaks down, traffic delays, or difficulties with carpool
- Trips or vacations
- Family outings, babysitting, etc.
- Overslept
*Excessive absences, excused and unexcused, are tallied up to determine chronic absenteeism (more than 10% of the school year missed).
Absences
Students who are absent from school for any part of the school day must have the absence reported to the school office by a parent or guardian.
The Student Center and Bulldog Tech offices open at 7:30 a.m. each morning and close at 3:00 pm. Parents/guardians should call the attendance number (408) 270-6710 to report the reason for the absence. Questions can be directed to Attendance Clerk in the Student Center.
Daily attendance and participation in class is important for the success of each student. Students need to be on time to all classes and ready to learn to maximize learning and instructional time.
Safety
Health Office
All medication taken by students during the school day must be kept in the Health Office with the appropriate documentation. This documentation includes permission by a doctor and/or parent or guardian accompanying the item(s).
For confidentiality, health and safety reasons, the Health Office is ONLY for students who are ill or injured.
Contact the Health Aide with questions.
Safety Plan and Emergency Procedures
Our school has a comprehensive safety plan in compliance with Educational Code Section 32280.
Additionally, we have an emergency plan in the event of an earthquake, fire, intruder on campus, evacuation, etc.
Drills are held monthly in preparation of an actual emergency.
There is a Parent Guide to Emergencies available upon request.
Public Health Guidelines
LeyVa Middle School and the Evergreen School District follow all health and safety guidelines of the Santa Clara County Public Health Department, the California State Department of Education, and other district recommendations. This includes, but is not limited to, wearing a protective mask, hand washing, or other health safety procedures.
Safety Expectations
During the School Day
Students are required to remain on campus during the entire school day. If a student needs to leave early, the student must be signed out of the front office by a parent or designee listed as an emergency contact. Leaving campus will result in an after school reflection, Friday School, and/or loss of privileges.
After School
Students must leave campus immediately after school unless they are involved in a school-sponsored activity and under the supervision of a staff member. Failure to do so will result in reflection or loss of privileges.
Food
Breakfast and Lunch Procedures
The Bulldog Café makes purchasing breakfast and lunch at school quick and efficient. The food is prepared on site, which makes it tasty, fresh, and nutritious.
School meals and other items are available daily:
- Breakfast FREE FOR ALL STUDENTS
- Lunch-FREE FOR ALL STUDENTS.
While lunches are free for 2025-26, we ask that you please complete the school lunch application at Child Nutrition Services.
Lunch menus can be found at Child Nutrition Services.
Students must eat breakfast and lunch in the designated eating areas for supervision and clean up purposes.
For safety reasons, parents and/or visitors ARE NOT allowed to eat with students in the parking lot during break and/or lunchtime.
Due to food allergies, child nutrition guidelines, and dietary restrictions, you can only provide food for your own child.
No off-campus food of any kind may be brought on campus to share with students in class. This includes orders from food delivery services.
No Food delivery services are allowed due to campus safety. All orders will be denied delivery.
Celebratory Items
Celebratory items are not permitted. Items such as balloons, flowers, and gifts should be left off campus, during school hours. These items create distractions to the learning environment.
Additionally, food items such as cupcakes, pizzas, cakes, etc., are NOT allowed. This includes both home baked/prepared goods and purchased goods.
Behavior Expectations
Behavior Belief
Our goal in creating and maintaining behavior standards is to provide a safe and positive learning environment for our students by emphasizing the positive opportunities to be recognized, get involved, and feel a strong sense of belonging.
- We want everyone, students and staff, to be emotionally and physically safe.
- We need students engaged in learning, as much as possible.
- We believe building strong relationships are a key to the problem solving and the restorative process.
- We believe all those involved in any incident deserve to be heard.
- We believe that whenever possible, everyone should have the opportunity to make things right and rebuild trust and relationships.
Rewards and activities play a role in creating a positive school climate. These include, but are not limited to, Bulldog Bravos, spirit competitions, dances, assemblies, special awards and recognition, field trips, community and school events, virtual events and more.
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
PBIS is a school-wide approach that includes five quality characteristics to enhance school climate:
- Promote positive behavioral expectations
- Teach behavior expectations by modeling what is expected.
- Reinforce positive behaviors with rewards and praise.
- Implement consistent consequences for inappropriate behaviors.
- Utilize restorative practices to support repairing harm for victims, building empathy, and reducing reoccurrence of problems and conflicts.
Expectations
LeyVa Bulldogs take care. They take care of themselves, take care of others, and take care of business.
Taking Care of Myself
Taking care of yourself is the first step towards being successful anywhere else in your life, including school. Respect yourself and advocate for your needs. Keep yourself safe. Develop a growth mindset and be open to new things. Get involved in your school community. Choose wisely and always work to improve your situation. Seek challenges and allow yourself to grow from setbacks. This will help you find personal relevance in school and in life.
Taking Care of Others
Foster a sense of community and respect by caring for others. Advocate for your peers and show empathy by thinking about what others are going through. Be welcoming and aspire to be a role model. Listen and offer support. Appreciate other cultures. Assume the best in one another. When things go wrong with someone, work to make things right.
Taking Care of Business
School is your job. It is up to you to advocate for your learning. Take ownership in what you do. Problem solve and invest in your work. Manage your time by being in class before it starts and being where you are supposed to be throughout the school day. Be self-directive and don’t give up. Be productive and engaged. Follow the protocol and expectations of the area you are in and respect your school.
School Policies
Distractive Items
Video games, Sharpies, toys, or other items that are disruptive to school activities, dangerous, or potentially damaging to school property, are not allowed at school or at school-sponsored functions. Items will be confiscated and must be picked up by the student or parent from an assistant principal.
Dangerous Items
Matches, lighters, fireworks, power-laser pointers, permanent markers, spray bottles and spray paint are not allowed at school. Items will be confiscated.
Fighting
All forms of fighting, or conspiracies to fight, are strictly prohibited and will result in consequences that may include suspension or expulsion. Students who “arrange” for other students to fight will also face severe disciplinary action. Recording, sharing, and/or posting a video/pictures of a fight will result in disciplinary action and possible law enforcement involvement. This includes walking to and from school.
Bullying
Bullying behaviors which include physical, written, verbal, and electronic, with the intent to harass, sexually harass, threaten, intimidate, cyberbully, or cause bodily or psychological harm, are not allowed. All incidents should be reported immediately to an adult on campus or by completing the Student Help Form.
Social Media
Any item published on social media having negative effects on our school climate will be handled by school administrators and/or law enforcement agencies, if necessary. This includes negative activity done at home. Posting on, making comments, or accessing any social platforms during the school day is not allowed and violations of any kind will result in disciplinary action.
Unauthorized Sales
Students are not allowed to sell any unauthorized items or collect money on campus. This includes fundraisers for other schools and organizations.
The violation of these policies will result in disciplinary action that may include reflection, removal from activities, suspension, or other serious consequences.
Public Displays of Affection (PDAs)
Students are not allowed to hold hands or kiss at school during school activities at LeyVa, on another school campus, or on the way to or from school. Behavior like this is not appropriate for school. Parents will be contacted and disciplinary action will result.
Group Behavior
The administrative team reserves the right to forbid large groups of students from walking around during break, lunch, before school, or after school when that group is perceived as intimidating or any members of the that group have caused an unsafe school environment. (Students are limited to walking in groups of 4)
Cell Phones
Students are allowed to have cell phones; however, they must be turned off and put away in backpacks during the school day when the warning bell rings (8:00 a.m.). Students cannot make calls or text using their personal cell phones during the school day, unless doing so with permission of a staff member. This includes passing periods, break, and lunch.
All devices shall be turned off in class, except when being used for a valid instructional or other school-related purpose, as determined by a staff member. Devices will be confiscated and parent/guardians must pick them up after the third offense in the front office. Phone calls home will be made if a student uses a permitted device in any unethical or illegal activity, or is found to have non-school appropriate or explicit content on any device.
Headphones/earbuds
Earbuds/headphones are allowed at school, but must be put away in backpacks,
unless given permission to use by a staff member. If a teacher allows the use in
class, they must be put away when leaving that class. Items out without permission
will be confiscated.
Bicycles
Bicycles must be locked in the bike racks on campus. Once on campus bicycles should be walked to ensure the safety of others.
Skateboards/Scooters
Skateboard and scooters must be carried while on campus. Before the 8:00 am warning bell, bring the skateboard or scooter to the Student Center. They can be picked up after school ends.
LeyVa Middle School cannot take responsibility for any lost, stolen, or damaged devices/items brought to school.
Dress Code
Appropriate and modest attire is expected at school.
- Undergarments should not be showing under any circumstances. If clothing looks like a undergarment or is not worn correctly, it must be corrected or parents will be contacted.
- Hats or hoods are allowed IF worn appropriately on campus, but are subject to individual classroom policies. Face and ears must be visible to school staff.
- NO pajamas/sleep wear/blankets are permitted to be worn to school. Unless it is a Spirit Day Activity.
- NO open toes shoes, slides or sandals are allowed to be worn due to safety reasons. Crocs are okay if they have a back strap.
- NO profane, vulgar, sexually suggestive, violent, drug, alcohol, tobacco or gang related clothing are allowed. This includes clothing or accessories that are predominately red or blue.
- Items such as backpacks, belts, and belt buckles will also be monitored. Inappropriate words, designs, color or anything causing a distraction may be confiscated and could lead to disciplinary action.
The school administration reserves the right to individually forbid a student from wearing any attire, logos, symbols, or insignias including excessive clothing color, that is determined to create a hostile environment or distracts from learning.
As fashion trends change, the dress code policy is subject to revision. Policy changes will be shared through school communication methods to staff, students, and parents.
Classrooms
Each classroom teacher is allowed to set guidelines and policies for his or her individual classroom. Violations of these policies may result in assigned reflection or other consequences.
Consequences
Any student who does not comply with California laws, school policies, or school/classroom rules concerning behavior is subject to the following:
- Teacher contact parent/guardian
- Restorative assignments
- Conference with assistant principal or other staff
- Parent(s) supervision of child at school
- Parent/student/teacher/assistant principal conference
- Community service
- After school reflection (1hour)
- Friday school reflection (until 4:20)
- Supervised suspension (at school)
- Out-of-School Suspension (1 - 5 days)
- Loss of one or more end-of-the-year or promotion activities
- Expulsion from school and/or the Evergreen School District
Types of Reflection
- After School Reflection - This is a one hour period (2:20p.m. - 3:20p.m. on regular days or 12:27p.m. - 1:27p.m. on minimum days) on specified days of the week.
- Friday Reflection - This is two hours (until 4:20pm) on select Fridays for more severe situations.
Students must arrive on time and make arrangements to be picked up for after school reflections promptly at the end. Reflection forms are sent home with students, and he/she is responsible for getting parents signature. Students need to bring class work to complete and/or a book to read or students may be assigned a reflective assignment. During reflection students must work quietly. Personal needs such as eating, drinking and using the restroom should be taken care of before entering the after school reflection. Failure to attend/complete any reflection will result in further disciplinary action.
Academics
In middle school, the academic year is divided into four quarters:
- In the middle of each quarter, progress reports are mailed home.
- At the end of each quarter, report cards are mailed home.
| Quarter | Progress Report | Quarter End Date | Report Cards |
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| First | September 12 | October 17 | October 24 |
| Second | November 21 | January 16 | January 23 |
| Third | February 27 | March 27 | April 17 |
| Fourth | May 8 | June 11 | June 11 |
- Parent and Teacher conferences (Bulldog Pathways) (Bulldog Tech) take place in November and December. All invited parents are expected to attend student conferences.
- Additionally, Bulldog Tech parents are expected to attend project exhibitions and the end-of-the-year Presentation of Learning.
Honor Roll
Honor Roll is designed to ,recognize students for academic excellence. Gold and Silver Honor Roll is awarded (see guidelines).
Recognition assemblies, reward assemblies, and Honors Nights are held during the year to give special recognition to students for academic achievement.
Recognition Guidelines
| Level | Gold Honor Roll | Silver Honor Roll | Bronze Honor Roll |
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| Qualifying Grades | 4.0 GPA Only grades of A |
3.5 GPA Grades of A and B or may have one grade of C or C+ |
3.0 GPA Grades of C or better |
| Disqualification | Any B, C, D, F | More than one C or C+, any C-, D, F | More than two C's or C+, any C-, D, F |
New Middle School alignment does not count citizenship toward Honor Roll. Honor Roll is strictly calculated by GPA and letter grades received.
Top Academic Honor
Valedictorian and Salutatorian are the ultimate academic honor. Students will be honored at our ceremony in June.
Determination of valedictorian for the 8th grade class will be calculated using the following criteria:
- Maintained top grades for both 7th and 8th grades
- Received "O" or "S" on all Citizenship Marks
- Other criteria will be reviewed to make the final determination of the top two students; i.e. test scores, benchmark assessments, end of year assessments, final examinations, citizenship, discipline records, and staff input.
Special Academic Awards
Each year we award special honors to our top academic students at our Annual Honors Night. Students who received "O" or "S" on all Citizenship Marks and meet the following criteria, qualify for each award.
The Superintendent's Award is given to 7th and 8th graders who maintain a 4.0 GPA throughout the academic year.
Academic Honesty
The expectation at LeyVa is academic honesty and integrity. Academic dishonesty (a.k.a. cheating) includes, but is not limited to, copying someone else’s work, or supplying one’s work to another for the same purpose. Additionally, plagiarism or using unauthorized materials is not allowed.
Eighth Grade Promotion Privilege
The 8th grade promotion is a celebration of your child’s accomplishments and marks the important transition to high school. This, however, is a privilege. Students may lose the privilege of participating in the promotion ceremony and other 8th grade grade activities/privileges for the following reasons:
- Failure to meet the academic criteria for receiving a promotion certificate
- Failure to maintain a 1.50 cumulative GPA
- Disciplinary actions for inappropriate behaviors
- Any disruptive and/or inappropriate misbehavior during the promotion practice
- Excessive absences or tardies
(Evergreen AR 6146.6)
Support Services
LeyVa Middle School strives to promote academic achievement while also supporting the social and emotional needs and college/career-readiness goals of all students. We have school counselors, school social workers, and a school psychologist along, with rotating counselor, social work interns and marriage and family therapy trainees, to support students through different types of challenges and opportunities.
LeyVa offers numerous support services to students including clubs, school-wide events, classroom lessons, connection to family resources, assessment for learning differences, accommodation plans, individual education plans, group counseling, individual counseling, and crisis intervention.
We share your goals for your student: that every LeyVa student graduates with the skills and abilities to succeed in high school and beyond.
For more information and resources, visit School Support Services. Topics include:
- Academic supports
- College and career readiness
- Emotional well-being
- Attendance
- Drug prevention
- Community resources
Bulldog Help Form
Use the Bulldog Help Form to report anything from teasing, threats, sadness, academic support, home issues, or even facility needs and ideas for improvement. Reports may be done anonymously.
Bulldog Bravo Recognitions
- Staff: Our LeyVa staff recognizes students who are modeling desired TAKE CARE behaviors.
- Parents: Parent can also recognize your child who is modeling positive behaviors at home.
Students get access to items in our Bravo store and could earn a positive phone call home, a certificate, recognition on the school's social media account and more!
Athletics and Activities
Walking in the gymnasium, it's easy to see the long tradition of LeyVa Middle School success. Sports is a great way to connect with others, improve health, and have fun at school. At students are encouraged to participate.
Sports Offerings and Seasons
| August | Cross Country |
| October | Wrestling Girls Basketball |
| November | Boys Basketball |
| January | Soccer Volleyball |
| March | Track and Field Flag Football |
Sports Academic Eligibility
Students involved in school sports must stay in “good” academic standing:
- Maintain a 2.0 grade point average
- NO F’s
- NO U’s for Citizenship
- Have a signed permission slip
- Insurance coverage
Official grade checks are done for each sport. If a student does not meet the criteria, he/she is no longer eligible to continue that sport for the entire duration of the season. This is a league policy and is strictly enforced. There are NO exceptions.
Visit Athletics for more information.
Physical Education
All students are expected to participate in physical education. Students will need to change daily into proper athletic attire in the locker rooms:
- White, purple, light gray or gold shorts or sweats
- White, purple, light gray or gold shirts or sweatshirts
- Athletic sneakers or shoes
Failure to dress appropriately will result in consequences that will include decrease in grade and possible assigned reflection.
School P.E. uniforms are available for purchase:
- Official P.E. t-shirt $15 each
- Official P.E. shorts $15 each
- Official short and t-shirt set $25
Every student will be assigned a school owned PE lock and locker. All valuables must be locked up during the P.E. period with a school -issued lock. The school will not take responsibility for items not secured within lockers. If the lock is lost, a new one must be purchased ($6).
*NEVER SHARE YOUR LOCKER COMBINATION*
Dances and Activities
Dances in middle school are fun! It’s a great way to hang out with friends, laugh, and of course show off your dance moves!
To participate in after-school activities and dances, students must be in attendance on the day of the event. Students must be in good academic and citizenship standing at the time of the event.
In order to attend LeyVa dances and activities, students are required to have a signed parent permission slip, a prearranged ride home, and the appropriate school dress attire. All school policies apply.
LeyVa dances are closed events. Only LeyVa students may attend LeyVa dances, and they must stay for the entire dance.
Students are required to prearrange a ride home at the end of the dance or any after-school activity. Failure to be picked up in a timely fashion may result in loss of future activities/privileges.
Home and Family
Parent Involvement Opportunities
- School Site Council: All parents may attend School Site Council (SSC) meetings, which are scheduled four to five times a year. Committee members are elected. Check the weekly parent newsletter for the SSC ballot and the times and dates of our meetings.
- Bulldog PTSA: Parents of all LeyVa students, including both programs (Bulldog Pathways and Bulldog Tech), are invited to lead and assist with school activities. All parents are encouraged to join. Officers are elected annually.
- ELAC Committee: Parents of children who qualify for the English Language Learners Program are encouraged to join this committee and attend the meetings. Valuable information is shared that will affect their children. Dates will be shared in the weekly parent newsletter.
- Migrant Education: Parents of children who qualify for Migrant Education services are encouraged to join this committee and attend the meetings. Extra resources and supports for families are available.
- District Groups: District level committees and councils are also available for parent participation, which makes sure the LeyVa community is represented for district decisions, and keeps our voices heard. Keep an eye out for opportunities.
To learn more about our communications, please visit Communication Tools.
