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Plumas Lake Elementary School District

Student Services

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Student Services 

Student Services 

Supporting Students. Partnering with Families.

 
The Student Services Department is dedicated to supporting the academic success, well-being, and overall development of every student. We provide programs and resources that promote student success both in and out of the classroom, including enrollment and attendance support, counseling, behavioral services, health and wellness resources, and social-emotional learning.
Working in partnership with students, families, educators, and the community, we strive to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where every student feels valued, connected, and empowered to reach their full potential.
 
Explore our Student Services below to find the resources, information, and support your family needs.
 
Not sure where to start?
We're here to help! Whether you have questions about enrollment, attendance, student records, transfers, or student support services, our team is ready to assist you.
Contact Student Services
📞 (530) 743-4428 Ext. 1743
Resource Center 

Resource Center 

Select from below the most frequently used student and family resources.
 
View attendance, grades, schedules, and student information.
 📝 Student Registration
Enroll a new student or complete annual registration.		 📋 Student Study Team (SST) Procedures
Learn about the Student Study Team process and available academic supports.		 📖 PLESD Parent & Student Handbook
Review important district policies, expectations, and student resources.
Inter District Request Updates

Inter District Request Updates

PLESD is not accepting incoming Inter District Requests for the 2026/2027 school year due to increasing enrollment and overcrowding
Student and Family Resources

Student and Family Resources

AERIES

Aeries Parent Portal

The Aeries Parent Portal is PLESD's secure online student information system that provides parents and guardians with convenient access to important student information. The portal allows families to stay connected with their child's education by viewing attendance, grades, schedules, report cards, and other important school information throughout the year.

 

Through the Aeries Parent Portal, you can:

  • Monitor grades and academic progress

  • View attendance and attendance history

  • Access report cards and state assessment results (when available)

  • View class schedules and teacher information

  • Review emergency contact information

  • Complete Annual Data Confirmation

  • Stay informed with important district updates

 

Why is this important?

The information you provide in Aeries helps PLESD maintain accurate student records and supports required reporting to the California Longitudinal Pupil Achievement Data System (CALPADS), the statewide student information system used by all California public schools. Accurate and up-to-date student information helps ensure compliance with state reporting requirements and supports funding, accountability, assessment reporting, and student services.
 
 
 
💡 Helpful Tip: We encourage parents and guardians to check the Aeries Parent Portal regularly to stay up to date on attendance, grades, and important student information throughout the school year.
 
 
 

Need Help?

If you've forgotten your password, need assistance creating a Parent Portal account, or have questions about Annual Data Confirmation, please contact your child's school office. Our staff is happy to assist you.
 
Click the link for Parent Portal Step-by-Step Instructions:  Parent Portal Directions
 

Annual Data Confirmation

Each school year, parents and guardians are required to complete Annual Data Confirmation through the Aeries Parent Portal before the start of school.
 
During Data Confirmation, you'll review and update important information, including:
  • Student and parent contact information
  • Emergency contacts
  • Medical and health information
  • Authorized student pick-up information
  • Residency information
  • District permissions and annual acknowledgments
Keeping this information current helps ensure the District can communicate with families, respond appropriately during emergencies, and maintain accurate student records
 
Please complete Annual Data Confirmation before the first day of school to help ensure a smooth start to the school year.

Attendance

 
 

Every Day Counts!

Regular attendance is one of the most important factors in a student's success. Students who attend school regularly are more likely to develop strong academic skills, foster positive relationships, and remain engaged in learning.

 

📢 Remember: Contact your child's school office as soon as possible when your child is absent.

 

Why Attendance Matters

Academic Success

  • Students learn best when they attend school every day. Regular attendance helps students stay on track with classroom instruction, participate in hands-on learning, and build the foundational skills needed for future success.

Student Well-Being

  • Attending school regularly also helps students develop friendships, build confidence, and stay connected to teachers and support staff.

Supporting Our Schools

  • California school districts receive funding based on student attendance. Every day your child attends school helps support educational programs, classroom resources, and student services throughout the district.

Why Every Day Counts

Missing just 2 days each month—whether excused or unexcused—can add up to nearly 10% of the school year, making it harder for students to keep up academically and socially. Regular attendance supports stronger learning habits and long-term success.

 
 

Excused Absences

 

California law allows certain absences to be excused.

Common examples include:

  • Personal illness

  • Mental or behavioral health appointments

  • Medical, dental, or vision appointments

  • Funeral services for an immediate family member

  • Religious observances

  • Jury duty

  • Court appearances

  • Military ceremonies for an immediate family member

  • Approved educational conferences

For the complete list of excused absences, refer to California Education Code Section 48205.

 

Additional Resources

 

 

Counseling Services

Mental Health and Wellness Support

Plumas Lake Elementary School District values wellness, and we strive to meet the unique needs of our students and families. Each of our three schools has a full-time school psychologist who is a trained mental health professional. School psychologists are an integral part of our district’s three-tiered approach to providing appropriate levels of support.
 
Tier One: Districtwide Support
We focus on social-emotional wellness by integrating kindness, gratitude, and simple coping strategies into classrooms throughout the district.
 
Tier Two: Targeted Support
We support students with more diverse needs through targeted, skill-based groups, classroom support, and consultation with teachers and staff.
 
Tier Three: Individualized Support
Our school psychologists can provide one-on-one, short-term, skill-based counseling services to students whose needs cannot be met through Tiers One and Two.
 
Students at this level are typically referred by a teacher or parent and participate in an evaluation process to determine appropriate goals for the counseling relationship. Our school psychologists can also:
  • Conduct mental health risk assessments
  • Consult with families
  • Respond to crisis situations
Our district is committed to educating the whole child and supporting mental health and wellness for all.
 
Care Solace
PLESD families also have free, confidential, 24/7 access to Care Solace. Care Solace helps families find local resources and connect with mental health providers.
Care Solace can:
  • Research providers for you
  • Help schedule appointments
  • Confirm whether a provider accepts your insurance
  • Continue supporting you until you receive the services you need
To begin the process, visit the PLESD Care Solace website.
 
School Psychologist Contact Information:  
Riverside:  Lisa Suarez - lsuarez@plusd.org 
Cobblestone:  Jemmy Vang - jvang@plusd.org 
Rio Del Oro: Kiranjit Kang - kkang@plusd.org
 

Additional Mental Health and Family Resources

The following resources provide information and support for students and families. Immediate Crisis Support
If you or someone you know is experiencing emotional distress or a mental health crisis, call or text 988 to connect with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Free and confidential support is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Get help from the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
If there is an immediate danger or medical emergency, call 911.
 
Family SOUP
Family SOUP provides support, education, activities, and resources for families of children with special needs in Yuba, Sutter, and Colusa counties.
Visit the Family SOUP website
 
Beale Air Force Base Family Resources
The Beale Resource Guide provides information about programs and services available to military members and their families.
Link: Download the Beale Resource Guide

The Beale Exceptional Family Member Program connects military families with specialized educational, medical, community, and family-support resources.
 
Sutter-Yuba Behavioral Health
Sutter-Yuba Behavioral Health provides mental health and substance-use services for children, adults, and families in Yuba and Sutter counties.
  • Main office: (530) 822-7200
  • 24-hour crisis services: (530) 673-8255
  • Toll-free crisis services: (888) 923-3800
 
Click to Learn about Sutter-Yuba Behavioral Health services

Court Orders

Court Orders and Custody Documents

PLESD takes pride in supporting our students and families. We understand that some families share custody or have court orders that include special circumstances, access limitations, or other restrictions.
 
Our schools work carefully with families to follow current court orders that apply within the school setting. The district cannot withhold student records or restrict the rights of a biological parent without a current court document that specifically identifies those restrictions. It is vital that parents and guardians provide the school with complete and up-to-date court documentation.
 
What Families Need to Provide
Parents and guardians should:
  • Provide the school office with a complete and current copy of all applicable court orders.
  • Notify the school promptly when a court order is updated or replaced.
  • Identify any provisions involving custody, student release, school records, visitation, or communication.
Questions or Assistance
For questions about a custody situation, court order, or how the district receives and responds to these documents, please contact:
 
Jason Hofhenke
Director of Student Services
Phone: (530) 743-4428, Ext. 1743

Discipline/Behavior

 

Discipline and Student Behavior

PLESD is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and positive school environment that promotes student learning and achievement. We strive to prepare students for responsible citizenship by fostering self-discipline and personal responsibility.
 
We believe the following practices can reduce the need for disciplinary measures that remove students from instruction:
  • Maintaining high expectations for student behavior
  • Using effective classroom and school-management strategies
  • Providing appropriate interventions and support
  • Encouraging parent and guardian involvement
 
PLESD works with students to provide strategies that help them understand expectations and change inappropriate behavior. However, there may be situations in which disciplinary action is necessary, including suspension or a recommendation for expulsion.
 
Suspension and Expulsion
Site administrators have the authority to suspend a student or recommend expulsion when an investigation determines that the student has violated California Education Code sections 48900–48915.
Students may be subject to suspension or expulsion for applicable acts connected to school activities or attendance, including acts that occur:
  • On school grounds
  • While traveling to or from school
  • During the lunch period, whether on or off campus
  • During a school-sponsored activity
  • While traveling to or from a school-sponsored activity
 
Contesting a Suspension
A parent or guardian may disagree with a suspension. However, the site administrator has the authority to make the decision based on the facts and information gathered during the investigation.
 
A parent or guardian may contest a suspension on one or both of the following grounds:
  • The behavior was not a suspendable offense under California Education Code Section 48900.
  • The student was not provided due process.
 
To contest a suspension, the parent or guardian must contact the Director of Student Services within 24 hours of the date of the suspension and clearly identify the reason or reasons for the request.
 
The Director of Student Services will review the case to determine whether:
  • The suspension met the requirements outlined in the California Education Code.
  • The student received the required due process.
 
The parent or guardian will be notified of the decision after the review is completed. The review is limited to the two grounds listed above. Differences of opinion regarding the investigation’s findings or whether the disciplinary action was too severe are not grounds for review by the Director of Student Services.
 
Questions or Assistance
For questions about suspensions or expulsions, please contact:
Jason Hofhenke
Director of Student Services
Phone: (530) 743-4428, Ext. 1743

District Safety

District Safety

The PLESD Board of Trustees recognizes that students and staff have the right to a safe and secure campus where they are free from physical and psychological harm. The Board is committed to maximizing school safety and creating a positive learning environment that includes:
  • Strategies for violence prevention
  • High expectations for student conduct
  • Responsible behavior
  • Respect for others
 
Campus Safety Measures
Each of our three campuses is located within a fenced facility and is equipped with security cameras that monitor areas inside and outside the campus.
 
PLESD also collaborates with the Yuba County Sheriff’s Department each year to:
  • Provide emergency-response training for staff
  • Review campus safety practices
  • Offer recommendations for improving campus security
 
Emergency medical supplies are maintained in every classroom. Each school also reviews and updates its Comprehensive School Safety Plan annually. Required fire and emergency drills are identified in each school’s safety plan and conducted throughout the year.
 
Anonymous Safety Reporting
To help keep our students and schools safe, PLESD provides an anonymous reporting system. Students, parents, guardians, and community members may use the system to report concerns involving:
  • Bullying, discrimination, or harassment
  • Threats involving a school or student
  • Vandalism
  • Other school safety concerns
 
Look for the Anonymous Reporting icon on each school’s website. Selecting the icon will open a reporting form that allows you to share a concern without identifying yourself.
 
After a report is submitted, designated staff members receive an email notification and begin reviewing and addressing the concern.
 
Click on the image to submit an Anonymous Safety Report:
 
anonymous reporting
 
 
Comprehensive School Safety Plans
Each school maintains a Comprehensive School Safety Plan that addresses emergency preparedness, response procedures, campus security, and other school safety practices.
 
Some safety procedures are kept confidential and shared only with authorized staff to help protect students, employees, and the effectiveness of the district’s emergency-response practices.
 
Questions or Unresolved Concerns
If you believe a safety concern has not been addressed or would like more information about the district’s safety procedures, please contact:
 
Jason Hofhenke
Director of Student Services
Phone: (530) 743-4428, Ext. 1743

 

ELO-P

Project Resilience – ELO-P

Project Resilience is an after-school enrichment program for students in transitional kindergarten through sixth grade. The program is funded by the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P) and provides students with mindful enrichment, creative engagement, and social-emotional learning opportunities.
Project Resilience supports the needs of the whole child by providing a safe and welcoming space where students can investigate, play, create, and engage with others.
 
Enrichment Activities
STEAM-based programming may include:
  • Science
  • Technology
  • Engineering
  • Art
  • Music and dance
  • Coding
  • Interactive reading
  • Creative writing
Activities are centered on mindful movement, journaling, creativity, and resilience.
 
Enrollment
Enrollment is based on student need as defined by California Department of Education guidelines. Additional information about enrollment, eligibility, and program availability will be shared with families.
 
Program Locations
Project Resilience programming is offered at:
  • Rio Del Oro Elementary School
  • Cobblestone Elementary School
 
Activities may take place in each school’s multipurpose room, science lab, library, or designated portable classrooms.

Enrollment/Registration

Enrollment and Registration

Enrolling a student in the Plumas Lake Elementary School District is a two-step process.
 
Step 1: Complete Online Registration
Begin by entering your child’s information through the district’s online registration system. After the online process is completed, your child’s registration will be listed as pending.
 
We recommend using a laptop or desktop computer because some required information may not display correctly on a mobile device.
 
 
Step 2: Submit the Required Documents
Bring the required enrollment documents to the office of the school where your child is registering. Your child’s enrollment will be completed after the school has received and reviewed all required documents.
 
Residency Requirements
A valid residential address within PLESD boundaries is required to enroll online.
 
Families who live outside PLESD boundaries and would like their child to attend a district school must first submit an interdistrict attendance request. Visit the Interdistrict and Intradistrict Transfers section of the Student Services webpage to download the appropriate form.
 
Students who live outside district boundaries may not complete registration until their transfer request has been approved.
 
School Placement and Capacity
PLESD reserves the right to place a student at another school within the district when the student’s school of residence is at or near capacity.
 
The district will complete your child’s registration; however, school placement is determined by enrollment date and available classroom space. If necessary, your child may be placed in a classroom at another PLESD school at the time of enrollment.
 
Required Documents for Students Entering School for the First Time
Families must provide the following documents to complete enrollment:
 
Required Documents for Students Transferring from Another School
Many records may be sent directly by the student’s previous school as part of the cumulative record. Families must provide the following documents to complete enrollment:
  • Copy of the student’s birth certificate
  • Verification that required immunizations are current
  • Affidavit of Residency Form

Foster Youth

Foster Youth

The Plumas Lake Elementary School District is very involved in supporting and transitioning foster youth into our school as well as our community.  PLESD has partnered with the Yuba County Office of Education as well as other community resource programs to provide support services to all foster youth who enter our district. 
 
For more information regarding our foster program, contact the Director of Student Services
Jason Hofhenke
743-4428 ext. 1743 
 

Health

Health Services

Plumas Lake Elementary School District is committed to supporting the health needs of all students while they attend our schools.
PLESD employs one full-time district nurse and two health technicians. Health staff divide their time among the district’s three schools and are responsible for:
  • Providing day-to-day health support
  • Developing and monitoring student health plans
  • Coordinating care with families, healthcare providers, and school staff
  • Supporting students with ongoing or specialized medical needs
If you are enrolling a student who may need a formal health plan or medical accommodations at school, please contact:
 
Cindy Austin
District Nurse
 
Immunization Requirements
PLESD follows California’s school immunization laws. Families must provide documentation showing that their child has received all required immunizations before the student may begin attending school.
 
Immunizations are required when students first enter school, and additional requirements apply before entering seventh grade.
 
 
Medical Exemptions
A valid medical exemption must be on file before a student may attend school without one or more required immunizations.
 
Medical exemptions must be issued by a California-licensed physician through the California Immunization Registry–Medical Exemption system. A student who does not meet the immunization requirements may not attend school while an exemption is being completed or reviewed.
 
 
Medication at School
Medication may not be administered by school personnel or carried and self-administered by a student unless the required written authorizations are on file with the school office.
 
This applies to prescription and over-the-counter medications. Families must submit completed authorization forms from the student’s parent or guardian and authorized healthcare provider.
 
 
Students may carry and self-administer medication only when specifically authorized and approved in accordance with district procedures. California Department of Education medication guidance
 
Illness-Related Absences
PLESD’s attendance policy states that after a student misses 10 days because of illness, verification from a healthcare provider will be required for future illness-related absences to be excused.
 
Some students have chronic or ongoing health conditions that may result in additional absences. In these situations, a healthcare provider may complete a Chronic Illness Verification Form. This form allows absences related to the documented condition to be reviewed and excused according to district procedures.
 
To request the form or discuss your child’s health needs, contact the District Nurse. 
 
 
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District Nurse:  Cindy Austin 
  • District Health Technician - Alexandra Enns 
  • District Health Technician-Antanita Darden
    • Rio Office - 749-0690 ext. 1132
    • Cobblestone Office  634-9723 ext. 1247
    • Riverside Office - 743-1271 ext. 1305
 
For more information regarding Health Services,  contact the Director of Student Services at 743-4428 ext. 1743

Homeless/Displaced Youth

Students and Families Experiencing Homelessness or Displacement

The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act supports children and youth who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence.
 
Who May Qualify?
A student may qualify for support when living:
  • Temporarily with friends or relatives because of a loss of housing, economic hardship, or a similar reason
  • In a motel, hotel, trailer park, or campground, because adequate housing is unavailable
  • In an emergency or transitional shelter
  • In a car, park, public space, abandoned building, bus or train station, or similar location
  • In housing that is not designed or ordinarily used as a regular sleeping accommodation
  • In substandard or inadequate housing
  • Under similar circumstances as a migratory child or youth
These living situations are included in the federal McKinney-Vento definition of homelessness.
 
Support for Students and Families
PLESD strives to support students and families experiencing homelessness or displacement. The district can help connect eligible families with school-based services and community or county resources.
 
If your family is experiencing an uncertain or temporary housing situation—or you are unsure whether your child qualifies—please contact:
 
Jason Hofhenke
Director of Student Services
Phone: (530) 743-4428, Ext. 1743

Home Hospital

Home and Hospital Instruction

Home and Hospital Instruction provides temporary educational support to a student whose physical, mental, or emotional disability makes attending regular classes or an alternative education program impossible or inadvisable.
 
Instruction may be provided in the student’s home, a hospital, or another residential health facility, excluding state hospitals. The goal is to help the student maintain academic progress while recovering and prepare to return to their regular educational program.
 
Who May Qualify?
To qualify, a student must have a temporary disability and be reasonably expected to return to regular classes or an alternative education program after recovering.
 
A physician must provide documentation that includes:
  • A recommendation for Home and Hospital Instruction
  • The medical condition or temporary disability that prevents the student from attending school
  • The anticipated duration of the student’s absence
  • The expected date the student may return to school
Without the required physician documentation, Home and Hospital Instruction cannot be considered.
 
Students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) receive instruction and services according to their IEP. Any change in instructional setting must be addressed through the IEP process. Learn more about California Home and Hospital Instruction.
 
Instructional Support
Once approved, a teacher will provide up to five hours of individualized, in-person instruction each week. PLESD schedules Home and Hospital Instruction after regular school hours.
The purpose of this instruction is to help the student maintain their current level of academic performance during the temporary absence. It is not intended to replace the full classroom instructional program.
 
How to Request Home and Hospital Instruction
 
Parents and guardians should:
➡️ Ask the student’s physician to complete the required sections.
➡️ Return the completed form to the student’s school office.
➡️ Wait for the district to review the request and determine eligibility.
 
If the request is approved, the school will provide the family with a Master Agreement Contract and additional information needed to begin instruction.
 

Independent Study

Independent Study 
Program Overview
Short Term Independent Study may be an option for students who have unavoidable absences that will result in missing a minimum of 3 and up to 10 school days.   Prior to going on independent study the student will be provided coursework that will account for each day the student will be absent.   Successfully completing Short Term Independent Study keeps a student up to date on classroom assignments and essential learnings, provides the district the ability to keep the student in average daily attendance reports which are tied to state funding, and the parent/student will not be subject to a truancy review for the time missed while on Short Term Independent Study.  Short Term Independent Study does NOT count toward perfect attendance recognition as the student’s physical presence is required. 

Note:  Short Term Independent Study will NOT be issued during state testing periods.   

To request an independent study take this form (click the link below) to the school office. If the request is granted the school will go over the Master Agreement for Independent Study with you.     https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XXzraDF779euOsECL3LjHLME-qWvQCZCzX2PwbZ5GHU/edit?usp=sharing

Duration of Short Term Independent Study 
  • In order to qualify for Short Term Independent study a student must be absent for a minimum of 3 consecutive school days.  EC Section 46300(e)(1)
  • As per PLESD policy, Short term independent study is only approved for a leave between 3-10 school days per occurrence, with a maximum of 10 days total per school year. Any absences beyond the 10 consecutive days, or absences that occur after the 10 day limit has been reached, may result in the absences being considered unexcused and the parent receiving a truancy letter.  Requests may be made for independent study beyond the 10 day limit, but those requests must be approved by the Director of Student Services or his/her designee.  
 
Who is eligible for Short Term Independent Study?
  • Plumas Lake Elementary School District offers independent study to students enrolled in grades K-8 with the exception of the following as indicated in California Education Code:  
    • An individual with exceptional needs, as defined in Section 56026, may participate in independent study, if the pupil’s individualized education program developed pursuant to Article 3 (commencing with Section 56340) of Chapter 4 of Part 30 specifically provides for that participation. If a parent or guardian of an individual with exceptional needs requests independent study pursuant to paragraph (5) of subdivision (a), the pupil’s individualized education program team shall make an individualized determination as to whether the pupil can receive a free appropriate public education in an independent study placement. A pupil’s inability to work independently, the pupil’s need for adult support, or the pupil’s need for special education or related services shall not preclude the individualized education program team from determining that the pupil can receive a free appropriate education in an independent study placement. EC Section 51745(C)
    • A temporarily disabled pupil shall not receive individual instruction pursuant to Section 48206.3 through independent study. EC Section 51745(d) - (If the district and parents agree, it is more appropriate for independent study to be provided instead of home hospital) 

How to apply for Short Term Independent Study 
  • Requests to go on Short Term Independent Study must be completed and turned in to the office 1 week prior to the first expected date of absence.  
  • Contact the school site to request a Short-Term Independent Study Master Agreement. 
  • Review all of the requirements and sign the Master Agreement.  (If the master agreement is not signed prior to the first expected absence, then all absences will be marked unexcused.) 
  • The Site Principal will review the request and approve/sign the Master Agreement. 
  • The school site will put together work and contact parents when it is ready to be picked up. 

Parent Responsibilities during Short-Term Independent Study
  • Monitor the progress of the student and provide necessary support.  
  • Ensure all assignments are completed 
  • Communicate with the school if there is any confusion or extra support needed to complete assignments.  

Parent Responsibilities after Short-Term Independent Study 
  • All work must be turned in on the first day the student returns to school from independent study. If that deadline is missed, the parent and student have not met the obligations of the contract, and all absences will be marked as unexcused.
  • Ensure all assignments are turned in on the date listed in the Master Agreement.  

Failure to complete the requirements listed in the Master Agreement
  • If all the contracted work is returned with satisfactory progress, the student will maintain a clear attendance record. If the student’s work is unsatisfactory or incomplete, the school can only grant excused days of absence for the amount of satisfactory work returned. The additional days of absence will be considered unexcused and will count towards truancy limits.
  • Failure to fully meet the requirements of the Master Agreement may result in future Short Term Independent Study requests being denied by the site Principal. 

Inter/Intra District Transfers

Interdistrict and Intradistrict Transfers

PLESD offers two types of student transfer requests:
  • Interdistrict Transfer: For students who want to attend a school district other than their district of residence.
  • Intradistrict Transfer: For students currently enrolled in PLESD who want to attend a different school within the district.
Transfer requests are reviewed based on district procedures, available space, and current and projected enrollment.
 
Interdistrict Transfers into PLESD
An interdistrict transfer is required when a student lives outside PLESD boundaries but would like to attend a PLESD school. The request must be approved by both the student’s district of residence and PLESD before the student may enroll.
 
How to Request an Interdistrict Transfer
1. Complete both required forms:
 
2. Submit the transfer request to your district of residence for approval. The district of residence must complete the approval section located at the bottom left of the transfer form.
 
3. Complete the Student Records Request Form and obtain the following records from the student’s current school:
  • Attendance record
  • Discipline record
  • Current grades or report card
 
4. Submit the completed transfer forms and student records to:
 
Plumas Lake Elementary School District Office
2743 Plumas School Road
Plumas Lake, CA 95961
 
5. PLESD will review the request and notify the parent or guardian of its decision.
 
Approval from the district of residence does not guarantee acceptance by PLESD. Families should not withdraw their student from their current school until the transfer has been approved by both districts.
 
Decisions may depend on current and projected enrollment and available space. Requests for the following school year may remain pending until enrollment numbers can be evaluated.
 
Intradistrict Transfers within PLESD
An intradistrict transfer is for a student currently enrolled in PLESD whose parent or guardian is requesting placement at another PLESD school.
 
How to Request an Intradistrict Transfer
1. Complete the following forms:
 
2. Submit the completed forms to the PLESD District Office.
 
3. PLESD will review the request and notify the parent or guardian of its decision.
 
Intradistrict transfer requests are considered after current and projected enrollment and available space at each school have been evaluated. Submission of a request does not guarantee placement at the requested school.
 
Transfers from PLESD to Another District
Families who live within PLESD boundaries and would like their student to attend another school district must request an outgoing interdistrict transfer. First, you will need to complete enrollment at their school of residence. 
 
 
Completed forms must be submitted to the PLESD District Office for review.
 
Forms may be submitted:
  • In person or by mail: 2743 Plumas School Road, Plumas Lake, CA 95961
  • By email: acox@plusd.org
 
PLESD’s approval releases the student to apply to another district, but does not guarantee that the requested district will accept the transfer. Families must also follow the receiving district’s application procedures.
 
Returning Interdistrict Students
Students whose district of residence is one of the following are currently required to submit a new transfer request once every five years:
 
Marysville Joint Unified School District
Wheatland Elementary School District
Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary School District
Pleasant Grove Joint Union School District
 
For example, if a five-year request was submitted and approved last school year, another request generally will not be needed for the next four years.
 
Families from other districts must follow the renewal procedures established by their district of residence.
 
Students leaving PLESD must follow the interdistrict transfer requirements of both PLESD and the district they wish to attend.

Records Requests

Student Records Requests and Transfers

Parents and guardians may request copies of their student’s records or ask to have records transferred to another school.
 
During the School Year
During the school year, contact your student’s school office for assistance.
Riverside Meadows  Intermediate School                       
Emily Brunson                                          
530-743-1271 ext. 1300
 
Cobblestone Elementary School 
Cassie Henrich 
530-634-9723 ext. 1200
 
 
Rio Del Oro Elementary School 
Cheryl Thompson 
530-749-0690 ext. 1110
 
During Summer and School Closures
During summer break or other non-attendance periods when school offices are closed, contact the Student Services Department at the PLESD District Office.
 
Jodie Densley
SPED Data Technician 
Phone: (530) 743-4428, Ext. 1741
 
Sukie Dulai
Educational Services/Special Programs Technician
Phone: (530) 743-4428, Ext. 1740
 
Jason Hofhenke
Director of Student Services
Phone: (530) 743-4428, Ext. 1743

Report Bullying

Report Bullying


Creating a safe and supportive learning environment is a top priority in our district. If you or someone you know is experiencing bullying, we encourage you to speak up. Students, parents, and staff can quickly and confidentially report concerns by clicking the link for the appropriate school below.
 
Together, we can ensure every student feels safe, respected, and ready to learn.
 
👉 Select your school to report bullying:
 
 

Restorative Practices

Restorative Practices

PLESD uses restorative practices to strengthen relationships, build positive school communities, and reduce inappropriate or harmful behavior.
This approach helps students and staff:
  • Build respectful and supportive relationships
  • Learn about one another beyond academics
  • Develop a stronger sense of belonging
  • Understand expectations for behavior
  • Take responsibility when their actions affect others
  • Repair harm and rebuild trust
Strong relationships and clear expectations work together to create a positive school culture. When behavioral expectations are not met, appropriate consequences may still apply. Restorative practices also focus on helping students understand the impact of their actions, change their behavior, repair relationships, and successfully reconnect with the school community.
 
Staff Training
PLESD has several staff members who are trained in restorative practices and certified to train others. Their certification was completed through the International Institute for Restorative Practices (IIRP).
Ongoing training helps ensure that relationship-building strategies and restorative approaches are shared consistently with staff each year.
 
Questions or Additional Information
For more information about restorative practices at PLESD, please contact:
Jason Hofhenke
Director of Student Services
Phone: (530) 743-4428, Ext. 1743
 
 

Work Permits

Work Permits

Most minors employed in California must obtain a Permit to Employ and Work, commonly called a work permit, before beginning employment.
A work permit identifies:
  • The employer and work location
  • The duties the minor will perform
  • The number of hours the minor may work
How to Request a Work Permit
1. Obtain a work permit request form from the PLESD District Office.
2. Complete the student section.
3. Ask the employer and a parent or guardian to complete and sign their sections.
4. Return the completed form to:
 
Plumas Lake Elementary School District Office
2743 Plumas School Road
Plumas Lake, CA 95961
 
The Director of Student Services will review the request and assist with issuing the work permit. Students should not begin working until the permit has been approved and issued.
 
Questions or Assistance
Jason Hofhenke
Director of Student Services
Phone: (530) 743-4428, Ext. 1743

 
 
 
 
 

504 Plans

Section 504 Plans

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is a federal civil rights law that protects individuals with disabilities from discrimination in programs and activities receiving federal financial assistance, including public schools.
Section 504 helps ensure that eligible students with disabilities have equal access to educational programs, services, and activities.
 
Student Eligibility
A student may be eligible for services under Section 504 when they have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.
 
Major life activities may include:
  • Learning, reading, concentrating, or thinking
  • Seeing, hearing, speaking, or walking
  • Breathing, eating, or sleeping
  • Communicating or caring for oneself
  • The operation of major bodily functions
 
Eligibility is determined individually through an evaluation process. A medical diagnosis does not automatically qualify or disqualify a student for a Section 504 plan.
 
Section 504 Plans and IEPs
A Section 504 plan is different from an Individualized Education Program (IEP). A Section 504 plan identifies the accommodations, services, or supports an eligible student needs to access their education.
 
An IEP is developed under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act for students who qualify for special education and related services. Students with IEPs are also protected from disability discrimination under Section 504, but they generally do not need a separate Section 504 plan.
 
Requesting an Evaluation
If you believe your child may need support under Section 504, contact the principal at your child’s school. The principal will work with you and appropriate school staff to discuss your concerns and determine the next steps, which may include a Section 504 evaluation.
 
Additional Information
 
Questions or Assistance
Jason Hofhenke
Director of Student Services
Phone: (530) 743-4428, Ext. 1743

Staff Contact Information 

Staff Contact Information 

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Sukie Dulai

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Jodie Densley

Special Education Data Technician

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Nena Guzman, EdD

Director, Expanded Oppourtunies Progrma (ELOP)

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Frequently Asked Questions 

Frequently Asked Questions 

  • How do I enroll my child in PLESD?
Visit the Enrollment & Registration page for step-by-step instructions, required documents, and online registration information.
 
  • How do I report my child's absence?
Contact your child's school office as soon as possible or follow your school's attendance reporting procedures. Visit the Attendance page for additional information about attendance policies and excused absences.
 
  • How do I request an interdistrict or intradistrict transfer?
Transfer requests and eligibility requirements can be found on the Inter District Tab, including important deadlines and required forms.
 
  • How do I request student records or transcripts?
Information about requesting student records, cumulative files, or education records is available on the Records page. If you need additional assistance, contact Student Services.
 
  • Who do I contact if I need help with my student?
Our Student Services team is here to help. Visit the Who Should I Contact? section to find the appropriate staff member based on your question or concern.
 

Jason Hofhenke

Director of Student Services

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