Saturday, February 4, 2012
Circulars
The Superintendent issues guidelines and regulations about policy implementation to schools and departments through Superintendent's Circulars. These documents are updated and reissued annually before the start of school. Circulars also may be updated or added during the school year.
These documents are in PDF format, which requires the free Adobe Acrobat Reader to be installed on your computer.
Questions? For more information about any Circular, contact the staff person listed at the end of each Circular. You may also contact the Chief of Staff.
You can search the Circulars by department or number.
Clicking on a title will open the document, which is usually the application (for example, Microsoft Word or Adobe Reader).
| Last Update | ||
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| ACA-18 | Attendance and Punctuality Policies | Jul 13 2010 - 12:22 |
| ACA-18A | Attendance and Punctuality Procedures | Jul 13 2010 - 12:23 |
| ACA-18B | Procedures for Referral to Supervisors of Attendance | Jul 13 2010 - 12:22 |
| Last Update | ||
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| AMT-01 | Independent School Entrance Examination (ISEE) Administration 2011-2012 | Aug 29 2011 - 08:44 |
| AMT-02 | Grade Point Average - Examination School Admission 2011-2012 - Updated January 2012 | Jan 10 2012 - 09:00 |
| AMT-03 | Department of Youth Services (DYS) Committed Students - Assignment 2010-2011 | Jul 30 2010 - 10:18 |
| AMT-04 | Kindergarten 1, Kindergarten 2 and Grade 1 - Age Requirements 2010-2011 | Jul 30 2010 - 10:21 |
| AMT-05 | Maximum Age Assignment Policy 2010-2011 | Jul 30 2010 - 12:41 |
| AMT-06 | Voluntary Transfer Policy 2010-2011 | Jul 30 2010 - 12:44 |
| AMT-07 | Safety Transfer Request 2010-2011 | Aug 9 2010 - 13:40 |
| Last Update | ||
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| ATH-01 | Prevention and Management of Sports-Related Head Injuries 2011-2012 | Dec 22 2011 - 10:13 |
| Last Update | ||
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| CAO-10 | Boston Public Schools District-Wide Theatre Festival 2009-2010 | Aug 4 2011 - 08:33 |
| CAO-10 | Boston Public Schools District-Wide Theatre Festival 2010-2011 | Apr 15 2011 - 13:18 |
| CAO-12 | Boston Public Schools District-Wide Choral Festival 2010-2011 | May 3 2011 - 09:10 |
| CAO-14 | District-Wide Jazz Festival 2010-2011 | Nov 16 2010 - 12:05 |
| CAO-16 | BPS District-Wide Instrumental Music Festival 2010-2011 | Feb 4 2011 - 13:15 |
| CAO-17 | Boston Public Schools District-Wide String Festival 2011-2012 | Jan 27 2012 - 09:53 |
| CAO-19 | Boston Public Schools District-Wide Dance Festival 2010-2011 | May 3 2011 - 09:09 |
| CAO-20 | Boston Public Schools District-Wide Visual Arts Festival 2011-2012 | Jan 17 2012 - 14:37 |
| Last Update | ||
|---|---|---|
| COM-01 | Communications Policy 2011-2012 | Dec 20 2011 - 13:49 |
| COM-02 | Media Relations Policy 2011-2012 | Dec 20 2011 - 13:51 |
| Last Update | ||
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| EQT-01 | Employees with Disabilities - Rights and Responsibilities 2011-2012 | Aug 25 2011 - 12:35 |
| EQT-02 | Employee Grievances of Discrimination or Harassment - Uniform Procedures 2011-2012 | Aug 25 2011 - 12:36 |
| EQT-03 | Student, Families and Other Third Party Grievances of Discrimination or Harassment - Uniform Procedures 2011-2012 | Aug 25 2011 - 12:39 |
| EQT-04 | Non-Discrimination and Zero Tolerance Policy - Please see EQT-05 | Aug 25 2011 - 12:24 |
| EQT-05 | Non-Discrimination Policy Statement 2011-2012 | Oct 13 2011 - 12:41 |
| EQT-06 | Sexual Harassment Policy 2011-2012 | Aug 25 2011 - 10:57 |
| EQT-08 | Racial or Ethnic Discrimination / Harassment of Students 2011-2012 | Sep 1 2011 - 14:05 |
| EQT-09 | Sexual Orientation - Protection of Students Against Discrimination 2011-2012 | Sep 1 2011 - 14:08 |
| Last Update | ||
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| EQT-07 | Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Speaker Series and Culminating Celebratory Performance 2010-2011 | Nov 21 2011 - 14:58 |
| HRS-PM01A | Performance Evaluation of Teachers at Level 4 Schools 2010-2011 | Nov 9 2011 - 09:06 |
| HRS-PM01A.1 | BPS Evaluation Form - Teachers at Level 4 Schools 2010-2011 | Nov 9 2011 - 09:06 |
| HRS-PM04.2 | BPS Evaluation Form - Evaluation Team Facilitator 2010-2011 | Nov 7 2011 - 09:36 |
| HRS-PM07.1 | BPS Evaluation Form - School Health Paraprofessional 2010-2011 | Nov 9 2011 - 09:03 |
| Last Update | ||
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| FAM-01 | School Parent Councils and School Site Councils: Elections and Procedures 2011-2012 | Aug 4 2011 - 07:31 |
| FAM-02 | High School Student Government: Selections, Functions and Responsibilities 2011-2012 | Sep 1 2011 - 10:35 |
| FAM-03 | Home-School Compacts 2010-2011 | Jul 30 2010 - 12:58 |
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| FIN-01 | Travel Policy Reimbursement Form - Pejury Document | Aug 25 2011 - 13:09 |
| FIN-01 | Travel Policy Reimbursement Form - Non Order Form | Aug 25 2011 - 13:07 |
| FIN-01 | Travel Policy Reimbursement Form - COB Travel Expense Voucher | Aug 25 2011 - 13:10 |
| FIN-01 | Travel Policy - Procedures for Approval of Out of State or Overnight Travel 2011-2012 | Aug 25 2011 - 13:03 |
| FIN-11 | Scholarships, Awards & Honors 2010-2011 | May 3 2011 - 09:27 |
| FIN-12 | Trust Funds for Schools 2010-2011 | May 3 2011 - 09:26 |
| FIN-16 | Budget Transfers 2010-2011 | Aug 19 2010 - 13:50 |
| Last Update | ||
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| FIN-02 | Mileage Reimbursement 2010-2011 | Jan 14 2011 - 15:03 |
| FIN-03 | Expenditure Reimbursement 2009-2010 | Aug 6 2009 - 13:21 |
| FIN-04 | School Funds and Proceeds from School Activities 2010-2011 | Jun 29 2011 - 10:27 |
| FIN-05 | Checking Account Policy 2009-2010 | Aug 6 2009 - 13:19 |
| FIN-06 | Purchase Orders - Procedures for Closing 2009-2010 | Aug 6 2009 - 13:28 |
| FIN-07 | Purchasing Guidelines 2009-2010 | Aug 6 2009 - 13:51 |
| FIN-10 | Grant Guidelines 2009-2010 | Aug 6 2009 - 13:13 |
| FIN-13 | Petty Cash Guidelines 2009-2010 | Aug 6 2009 - 13:34 |
| FIN-14 | Overpayment of Salaries 2009-2010 | Aug 6 2009 - 13:33 |
| FIN-15 | Confirmation of Delivery of Goods & Services 2009-2010 | Aug 5 2009 - 13:21 |
| FIN-17 | Updated BPS Guidelines for Obtaining Printing Services 2011-2012 | Aug 8 2011 - 12:46 |
| FIN-18 | Changes in Pay Frequency for Paraprofessionals and Community Field Coordinators | Mar 31 2011 - 13:03 |
| FIN-19 | Postage Policy 2009-2010 | Aug 5 2009 - 11:39 |
| Last Update | ||
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| FNS-01 | Meal Application Process for Free and Reduced Price Meals 2009-2010 | Feb 3 2010 - 12:00 |
| FNS-02 | Emergency Meal Procedures 2009-2010 | Feb 3 2010 - 11:59 |
| FNS-03 | Nutrition Policy and Guidelines - Vending Machines, A La Carte and Competitive Foods 2011-2012 | Jan 6 2012 - 11:01 |
| FNS-04 | Responsibilities Regarding School Food Services 2009-2010 | Feb 3 2010 - 11:59 |
| FNS-05 | Boston Public Schools Wellness Policy 2009-2010 | Feb 3 2010 - 11:57 |
| Last Update | ||
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| FSE-01 | School Safety Contingency Plans 2011-2012 | Aug 4 2011 - 08:15 |
| FSE-02 | Fire Safety Practices 2011-2012 | Aug 4 2011 - 08:17 |
| FSE-03 | Building Codes and Fire Regulations 2011-2012 | Aug 4 2011 - 08:20 |
| FSE-04 | Bomb Threat Procedures 2011-2012 | Aug 4 2011 - 08:13 |
| FSE-05 | Medical Emergency Management 2011-2012 | Oct 19 2011 - 13:26 |
| FSE-06 | Student Safety / Health in School Shops, Laboratories and Classrooms 2011-2012 | Aug 4 2011 - 09:08 |
| FSE-07 | Public Health and Workplace Safety 2011-2012 | Aug 4 2011 - 08:18 |
| FSE-08 | Teaching Students the Containment Protocol Mini-Sesson 2011-2012 | Aug 4 2011 - 08:10 |
| Last Update | ||
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| OIIT-01 | Acceptable Use Policy 2011-2012 | Nov 21 2011 - 10:19 |
| OIIT-03 | Technology Purchasing Guidelines 2011-2012 | Oct 19 2011 - 10:05 |
| Last Update | ||
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| RAE-01 | Procedures for Conducting Educational Research 2010-2011 | Nov 23 2010 - 11:11 |
| RAE-01.1 | Guidelines for Conducting Research 2010-2011 | Nov 23 2010 - 11:12 |
| RAE-02 | Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System(MCAS) & Massachusetts English Proficiency Assessment(MEPA) Test Security & Ethics | Sep 10 2009 - 08:24 |
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| SAF-01 | Student Search Procedures 2010-2011 | Jul 29 2010 - 10:48 |
| SAF-02 | Weapons and Objects of No Reasonable Use 2010-2011 | Jul 29 2010 - 10:49 |
| SAF-03 | Locker Policy 2010-2011 | Jul 29 2010 - 10:49 |
| SAF-04 | Incident Data Reporting and Release 2010-2011 | Jul 29 2010 - 10:50 |
| SAF-07 | Metal Detectors 2010-2011 | Jul 29 2010 - 10:51 |
| SAF-08 | Release of Students to Authorized Persons 2010-2011 | Jul 29 2010 - 10:51 |
| SAF-09 | Lost Children Procedures 2010-2011 | Aug 3 2010 - 10:41 |
| SAF-10 | Parents Unable to Receive Children - Procedures 2010-2011 | Aug 3 2010 - 10:42 |
| SAF-11 | Sexual Offender Registry Information (SORI) 2010-2011 | Jul 29 2010 - 10:52 |
| SAF-12 | School Access Control 2010-2011 | Jul 29 2010 - 10:52 |
| Last Update | ||
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| SHS-01 | Drug and Alcohol Abuse - Update on Procedures 2010-2011 | Aug 12 2010 - 07:49 |
| SHS-04 | Infection Prevention and Control in School Settings 2010-2011 | Aug 12 2010 - 08:13 |
| SHS-05 | Tuberculosis Program 2010-2011 | Aug 12 2010 - 08:14 |
| SHS-06 | Immunization Law 2010-2011 | Aug 12 2010 - 08:15 |
| SHS-08 | Medication Dispensation 2010-2011 | Aug 12 2010 - 08:16 |
| SHS-10 | Human Sexuality Education - Parental Notification 2010-2011 | Aug 12 2010 - 08:21 |
| SHS-11 | Life Threatening Allergies (LTA or Anaphylaxis) Policy and Implementation 2010-2011 | Aug 12 2010 - 08:22 |
| SHS-12 | HIV/AID Policy and Guidelines 2010-2011 | Sep 8 2010 - 12:53 |
| SHS-13 | Medical Transportation 2010-2011 | Sep 8 2010 - 12:55 |
| SHS-16 | Suicide Prevention and Intervention 2009-2010 | Dec 10 2009 - 08:51 |
| SHS-19 | Smoking Policy 2010-2011 | Sep 8 2010 - 12:54 |
| SHS-20 | Asthma in Schools 2010-2011 | Aug 12 2010 - 08:03 |
| SHS-21 | Diabetes Policy 2010-2011 | Aug 12 2010 - 08:08 |
| Last Update | ||
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| SPE-03 | Physical Restraint Policy 2010-2011 | Aug 12 2010 - 07:33 |
| SPE-14 | Counseling Guidelines 2010-2011 | Aug 12 2010 - 07:44 |
| SPE-15 | Discipline of Students with Disabilities 2010-2011 | Aug 12 2010 - 07:42 |
| SPE-20 | Special Education Screening Program for Three and Four Year Old Children 2010-2011 | Oct 29 2010 - 14:05 |
| SPE-21 | Section 504 Eligibility and Guidelines 2010-2011 | Aug 12 2010 - 08:31 |
| Last Update | ||
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| SSS-02 | Homeless Students - Guidelines and Procedures 2010-2011 | Oct 29 2010 - 14:04 |
| SSS-07 | Persistently Dangerous Schools 2010-2011 | Aug 12 2010 - 07:35 |
| SSS-09 | Employment Permits & Educational Certificates 2009-2010 | Aug 7 2009 - 07:36 |
| SSS-17 | Child Abuse and Neglect 2011-2012 | Dec 20 2011 - 12:10 |
| Last Update | ||
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| TRN-01 | Schedule of School Hours 2011-2012 | Nov 22 2011 - 14:43 |
| TRN-02 | Student Transportation Safety and Discipline 2009-2010 | Aug 6 2009 - 09:47 |
| TRN-03 | Field Trips and Athletic Trips 2010-2011 | May 25 2011 - 12:28 |
| TRN-04 | Foreign Field Trips Procedures 2010-2011 | Feb 23 2011 - 11:09 |
