GUHSD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of their operations. GUHSD Career and Technical Education department does not discriminate in enrollment or access to any of the programs available: Business, Applied Technology, FACS, Nursing, and Fire Science. The lack of English skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the district’s activities and programs. GUHSD also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.

This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Questions, complaints, or requests for additional information regarding these laws may be forwarded to the designated compliance coordinator(s):

GUHSD no discriminaraza, color, nacionalidad, género, edad, o incapacidad de admission a sus programas, servicios, o actividades, en acceso a ellas, en el tratamiento a individuos, o en ningún aspect de sus operaciones. El departamento de Educatión Técnica y de Carreras de GUHSD no discrimina en su matriculación o en el acceso a cualquier de sus programas disponibles: Business, Applied Technology, FACS, Nursing, and Fire Science. La falta de habilidad es ingles para idiomas de hablar no será una barrera a la admission ni la participación en las actividades del distrito y programas. GUHSD tampoico discrimina en sus contratos o practicas de empleados.

Esta noticia es provista y requerida por el Título VI del Acto de Derechos Civiles de 1964, Sección 504 del Acto de Rehabilitación de 1973, Título IX de la Enmienda Eduacativa de 1972, en el Acto de Era de Descriminación de 1975, y el Acto de los Estadounidenses con Habilidades Diferenciadas de 1990. Preguntas, quejas, o para más información con respecto a estas leyes pueden remitir por al coordinador de compliance.

District Compliance Notice

Title VI: Associate Superintendent 623-435-6000Title IX: Administrator of Operations/Athletics 623-435-6000Section 504: Director of Special Education 623-

Título VI: Superintendente Auxiliar 623-435-6000Título IX: Administrador de Operaciones/Atletismo 623-435-6000Sección 504: Director de Educación Especial 623-435-

First Semester School Begins August 6No School-Labor Day September 3FINAL EXAMS for 1st Quarter October 3-4

Final Exam retakes October 5End of 1st Quarter October 5 No School-Fall Break October 8-12No School-Veterans’ Day (Observed) November 12AzMERIT Writing & Reading November 13 & 15No School-Thanksgiving Break November 22-23AzMERIT Math November 27FINAL EXAMS for graduating seniors December 6-7December Graduation December 14 (tentative)FINAL EXAMS for 2nd Quarter December 18-19

Final Exam retakes December 20 End 1st Semester / 2nd Quarter December 20 No Students / Office Open December 21

No School-Winter Break December 24 – January 4

Second SemesterNo Students / Office Open January 72nd Semester Begins January 8No School-Martin L. King, Jr. Day January 21No School-Presidents’ Day February 18FINAL EXAMS for 3rd Quarter March 13-14

Final Exam Retakes March 15End of 3rd Quarter March 15 No School-Spring Break March 18-22ACT, AIMS Science, Civics Tests April 2AzMERIT Writing & Reading April 9-10AzMERIT Math April 16FINAL EXAMS for graduating seniors May 9-10May Graduation May 16 (tentative)FINAL EXAMS for 4th Quarter May 20-21

Final Exam Retakes May 22End 2nd Semester / 4th Quarter May 22No Students / Office Open May 23-24Office Closed-Memorial Day May 27

Summer SemesterQuarter 5 for at-home students May 23-June 27Summer School May 23-June 27 (tentative)

School Calendar 2018-2019

Glendale Union High School District has served its Glendale and Phoenix communities since 1911. Its success has been built upon the beliefs that

➢ All students can learn➢ Teachers make the difference➢ Parents matter➢ Expectations are high for everyone➢ All decisions are student-centered and data-driven➢ Resources are focused in the classroom➢ Continuous improvement is embedded in our learning system➢ Safe and orderly campuses are maintained by faculty and staff➢ Our neighborhood schools are committed to stakeholder collaboration➢ All students will participate in co-curricular/extra-curricular activities➢ All personnel are highly qualified and engaged in professional development

➢ School Visiono To create a highly effective, non-traditional school with a diverse student

population that produces a high level of student success in preparation for college and career.

➢ Academic Goalo To increase student academic achievement by earning high school credits

necessary to earn a high school diploma.

Program OptionsOnline Learning Academy - Lab Students

Glendale Union Online - At-Home Students

Students work independently online at the Academy

Students work independently online at home

Students work during a 4-hour session (morning or afternoon session). Students are also encouraged to work at home; courses available 24 hours per day, 365 days per year.

Students set own schedule. Courses available 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. It is recommended that students work a minimum of 10 hours per week per class.

Certified teachers on-site to assist, guide, and motivate students with blended learning opportunities in English & Math.

Students may make an appointment with a certified teacher at the Academy for assistance with their studies.

Students work with a guidance counselor to set Students work with a guidance counselor to set

District MissionTo empower all students for the choices and challenges of the 21st

Century.

School MissionTo provide high school students with a high quality education in an alternative learning environment that meets each individual student’s academic goals and promotes success and lifelong learning.

their program of study. their program of study.

Students are expected to complete 3 courses approximately every 9 weeks.

Students are expected to complete 3 courses approximately every 9 weeks.

➢ AdmissionAdmission to the GUHSD Online Learning Academy is open to all students aged fourteen through twenty-one with documentation of eighth grade completion. Every attempt will be made to accommodate students seeking admission. However, due to the capacity of the school, the Online Learning Academy has limited seating in the morning and afternoon sessions. When that limit is met, the prospective student will be placed on a waiting list based on the student’s pre-enrollment date.

Admission to Glendale Union Online is open to students aged fourteen through twenty-one with documentation of eighth grade completion. Given the nature of working from home the following criteria should be met by prospective students:

❏ Student needs to be able to comprehend material written at a 10th grade reading level. Comprehension of fiction, non-fiction, and historical &/or scientific documents is required. The content is all delivered via computer text instead of videos.

❏ Students who are most successful with online curriculum are reading at or near grade level and do not rely on in person interactions or video to assist with comprehension.

❏ Completed 8th grade Arizona College and Career Readiness Standards or an equivalent of those standards from other states.

❏ Completed GUHSD Math Placement test that demonstrates the student’s readiness for Algebra 1 (This is the beginning high school math course offered.) Readiness is based on a variety of factors that may include scores, previous math exposure, and student growth patterns.

❏ Student/parent/educational team members understand that courses require the students to be able to write thoughtful, self-developed, original essays.

❏ Student can independently complete work, has sufficient study skills, and has sufficient time-management skills to meet deadlines.

❏ Student/parent/educational team members understand that:❏ Curriculum has the ability to allow students to accelerate through courses of study at a pace

that is suited to the motivational learner. ❏ Most of the English courses require the student to read multiple texts and a minimum of one

novel in a semester course. Parents/students/educational teams need to consider a student’s focus and stamina for reading multiple text during the same semester while maintaining comprehension and purpose of each text.

❏ The Science classes do require students to conduct experiments on their own using common household items. Math skills required for the science classes tend to be higher than those of the traditional classroom.

➢ Transfers, Withdrawals, and Transcript RequestsIf you plan to move, please let the office know in advance, so the necessary paperwork can be prepared in a timely manner. Withdrawal paperwork will not be completed over the telephone. Transcripts can be requested by going to http://online.guhsdaz.org. Click on the transcript quick link button and follow the directions. Please be advised that transcripts require a photo ID and cannot be taken over the telephone.

Admissions & Withdrawals

➢ Student EnrollmentStudents who have already enrolled in a GUHSD school and wish to enroll at the Online Learning Academy or Glendale Union Online should meet with the Dean at their home school and obtain a transfer request form. Students who are not already enrolled in a GUHSD school do not need a transfer request form. All prospective students can go to http://online.guhsdaz.org and enroll online.

➢ Enrollment ProcessNew student enrollment is conditional upon completion of a student file with the items listed below:

Students may register at the Online Learning Academy Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 am and 3:00 pm or online at http://online.guhsdaz.org. All necessary paperwork must be submitted to the office by 3:00 pm the Tuesday prior to the week before the student can begin. Orientation information will be provided once the required paperwork is received in the office.

Enrollment

Complete online registration Current Immunization Record Certified copy of Birth Certificate, Passport, or I-94

Card Copy of Unofficial Transcript with discipline and

attendance attached or Transfer Request Form if in-district transfer

Withdrawal Slip from last high school attended Special Education/504 Records, if applicable Copy of Custody Papers, if applicable Proof of Arizona Residency (water bill, cable bill,

lease agreements, etc.) Behavior Contract and FTE form Transfer Grades, if during school year

Classes are held 5 days a week, Monday through Friday. Students may attend one session. The Online Learning Academy is a closed campus.

Morning Session Afternoon Session 7:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

➢ Attendance and PunctualityThe right and privilege of attending public schools carries with it certain responsibilities on the part of both parents and students. Parents and students must recognize the direct relationship which exists between academic success and regular, punctual school attendance. High school attendance and punctuality is ultimately the responsibility of the student and the student’s family. Students should miss school only when absolutely necessary. Tardiness disrupts the learning environment of everyone in the class. Regular attendance and punctuality are the keys to much of the success a student may gain from the student’s high school program.

➢ Attendance PolicyAll lab students are required to attend school daily. All absences are to be phoned into the attendance line at 623.435.7306 the day of the absence. If a student reaches more than 12 absences in a semester and is not making adequate progress, he/she may be dropped from courses and withdrawn from school. An excused absence requires the student to bring in appropriate documentation. Reasonable attempts will be made by the school via phone, email, or US mail to inform parents/guardians of an absence. The District and Board employees or agents are not liable for failure to notify.

Recognized religious holidays are not subject to the 12-day absence limit, but they require parents/guardians to notify the administration 24 hours in advance. Additionally, absences due to school-sponsored activities are not subject to the 12-day absence limit.

➢ Tardy PolicyStudents not at the correct work station, and prepared to work, at the beginning of the session will be counted as tardy. Tardies are viewed as a disruption to the classroom environment. Coming in late not only deprives the tardy student of full learning time, but also disrupts the education of other students. Tardies caused by appointments for medical or legal reasons will be excused only if appropriate documentation is provided by the parent/guardian to the office upon return to school. Students who arrive over

Online Learning Academy- Lab Students

15 minutes late to a session will not be admitted into the lab and will be marked absent. Multiple tardies will result in disciplinary action with students being required to attend an additional lab session, detention and/or suspension. The school reserves the right to determine whether or not a student is tardy.

➢A

ttendance PolicyAll Glendale Union Online at-home students are not required to physically attend school. The exceptions are final exams and state required exams. Arrangements will be made for students residing outside the Greater Phoenix Metropolitan area for finals to be proctored. Attendance is determined by logging into the online system as well as a weekly parent/guardian attendance verification survey. Parents/Guardians will be sent a weekly email with a link to provide attendance information. Students are expected to work 30 hours/week. Any at home student who does not login for over 2 weeks may be withdrawn. Parents/Guardians must submit attendance verification. Failure to do so for 2 weeks or more will result in the student being withdrawn.

➢Email CommunicationGiven the nature of the online program, it is essential that all parents/guardians have an email account and regularly check it for messages from the school and/or teachers. If any parent/guardian needs assistance with setting up an email account, please notify the school office, and we will be happy to assist with email set-up. All students are provided with a district email account that is to be used for school purposes only. The primary method of communication between the school and home is through email. However, parents may request a conference with the teachers or guidance counselor at any time.

➢ Change of address/email address/phone numberPlease call the school 623.435.7300 with any changes in your address, email address, and/or phone number. It is extremely important that these are accurate and updated. If our records are not accurate, then our communication with you is not dependable. ➢ Uninterrupted Instructional TimeWe believe in providing uninterrupted learning time. Class sessions are a period of time when the student can concentrate on academics and not be distracted. If you have messages or materials for a student, please bring it to the school office, and the school personnel will deliver it to the classroom. PLEASE DO NOT CALL OR TEXT your student during their session as students are not allowed to use their phones during the session. If there is an emergency, please call the front office receptionist at 623.435.7300, and school personnel will make sure your student gets the message or transfer the call to a school phone where the student can take the call.

➢ Electronic DevicesStudents have the privilege of carrying electronic devices on campus. With that privilege comes the responsibility of ensuring that those items are not an educational disruption.

Communication

Glendale Union Online- At-home Students

If an electronic device makes a noise, vibrates, or otherwise calls attention to the student, the device is causing a disruption. These items must be silent and kept out of sight. Students are not to text, watch movies, make calls and/or surf the Internet while in school. Misuse of electronic devices may result in disciplinary action.

Students who bring an electronic device on campus do so at their own risk. GUHSD assumes no liability for the loss, theft, or damage of any personally owned electronic device on campus. The use of personally owned electronic devices on campus will not be allowed to interfere with the learning process of any student or with the instructional process of a teacher while in the classroom or on campus. Any such interference will be considered a disruption.

➢ Avoid PlagiarismPlagiarism is addressed in several of the courses; however, it is important to note under student expectations as well because all students are expected to complete their own work. Plagiarism is defined as the unauthorized use or close imitation of the language, thoughts, or writings of another author (or student). Plagiarism includes, but is not limited to, cutting and pasting from any source, borrowing information without citing the original source, copying another student’s assignments, or using another student’s answers as your own. Due to the individualized nature of our program, students are expected to work independently on all quizzes, tests, worksheets, study guides, projects, essays, etc. that are assigned in the course. Any student found plagiarizing work for a course or assisting another student in plagiarizing will be subject to failing grades for the plagiarized assignments and may be dropped from the course and/or program.

➢ Final ExamsStudents must have an overall course grade of 60% or better to be eligible to take the final exam. Students must pass final exams with a 60% or better to receive credit for the course regardless of the overall course grade. Only students who fail the final exam will be given one retake. Students who fail the final exam twice will receive an F in the class regardless of the overall course grade. Once the final exam is taken, no other coursework will be accepted.

➢ Final Exam Schedule7:30-9:30 AM: Morning Online Learning Academy students12:00 -2:00 PM: Afternoon Online Learning Academy students9:30-11:30 AM or 2:00-4:00 PM: Glendale Union Online at-home studentsNote: Seniors graduating in December will have early final exam dates in December. Seniors graduating in May will have early final exam dates in May. Please see school calendar.

Academic Expectations for Students

➢ Course Completion Students are expected to complete a minimum of 3 classes per 9-week period. If students do not complete a minimum of 6 courses per semester, they will fall behind and jeopardize their graduation date. Upon course completion, a final grade will be posted on the transcript. Failure to demonstrate sufficient academic achievement may result in withdrawal in accordance with ASRS 15-808-G.

➢ State TestingAll GUHSD Online Learning Academy and Glendale Union Online students must participate in state mandated testing in accordance with ASRS 15-808-B.

➢ Grading

➢ Graduation Requirements

General Required Courses CreditsEnglish

MathScience

Social StudiesFine Arts/Vocational

Physical EducationElective Classes

4.04.03.03.01.01.06.0

Total 22.0

District grading system: 90% – 100% =1 (A) = Outstanding 80% – 89% =2 (B) = Highly Successful70% – 79% =3 (C) = Successful60% – 69% =4 (D) = Passing 0% - 59% = 5 (F) = Failing

Students meeting all graduation requirements as set forth by the Governing Board will graduate from the Glendale Union High School District Online Learning Academy or Glendale Union Online. Diplomas will be conferred at a ceremony in December or May.

The GUHSD Online Learning Academy provides an educational setting conducive to learning. The following conditions have been adopted for any students coming to the Online Learning Academy. Items of clothing not specifically covered in the list below may be prohibited at the discretion of the administration or staff. Students in violation of the dress code will be required to change into clothes that meet the school expectations. Failure to do so will result in disciplinary action. Appropriate clothing will be provided in order to lessen the disruption to student learning.▪ Clothing must be worn as intended:● Pants and shorts must be worn properly and are to be pulled up and secured

at the waist (no sagging)● Undergarments may not be visible. ● Clothing that is designed to be worn as undergarments may not be visible.

This also includes:o racer back sports braso “wife beater” tank tops

● Pajamas are not permitted▪ Apparel that advertises, glorifies, or symbolizes any illegal substances or any

substances illegal to minors, containing derogatory phrases, profanity, or glorifies violence or criminal behavior are not permitted.

▪ No clothing that is “gang” related ▪ No showing of cleavage, bare backs, revealing sides, or midriff

o No halter tops, crop tops, tube tops, spaghetti straps▪ No “short” shorts or miniskirts▪ No headwear of any type is to be worn in the building. This includes, but is not

limited to the following: o Hato Bandanao Scarfo Earmuffso Sunglasseso Hoodso Any other head covering (Exceptions: any headwear worn for religious

beliefs or medical reasons. Appropriate documentation required for either.)

▪ Footwear must be worn at all times. Slippers are not permitted.▪ No spiked jewelry, hanging belts, or wallet chains. They will be treated as

weapons.*Covering up with a jacket or any other clothing is not an option once the violation has occurred.

Please note, during the summer months, the temperature in the building is very cool. Students should dress in layers or bring sweaters/sweatshirts in order to be comfortable.

Student Dress Code

➢ Identification CardsA valid school Identification Card is required to be in a student’s possession at all times during school and at all district/school sponsored activities. Students will use their student identification card to enter the lab and sign-in. Any GUHSD staff member may ask for a student’s identification card at any time. Failure to produce the requested identification card may result in the student’s removal from campus or the activity, and the student may be subject to further disciplinary action. If a student loses their identification card, a replacement card can be purchased for $5.00 at the front office.

➢ Learning EnvironmentThe following are the general expectations for the purpose of maintaining an academic learning environment at the Online Learning Academy:

▪ Arrive on time▪ Respect everything and everyone▪ Maintain on-task behavior

Please note that food and drinks are not allowed in the labs. Students should eat before or after school. Students may bring water in a closed container (has a lid to prevent spills) into the lab. No other drinks are permitted.

➢ Communication with Teachers in Person and OnlineBe courteous when communicating with your teachers online as well as when you interact with them at the Online Learning Academy. Make sure your language is appropriate, and the tone of your writing is respectful. Failure to do so may result in withdrawal from the course.

➢ Extended Absence/VacationsAt times students are unable to participate in distance learning courses due to medical reasons or family circumstances. If a student will be inactive for more than one week due to an extended absence or vacation, it is the parent’s/guardian’s responsibility to call the Online Learning Academy main office at 623-435-7300, and it is the student’s responsibility to email the online teacher through the messaging system/email to let him/her know about the absence.

➢ Technology Use GuidelinesThe use of the school’s electronic resources and networks is a privilege, not a right and inappropriate use will result in a loss of those privileges. The use of the assigned account and the network must be in support of education and research within the educational goals and objectives of the GUHSD. The Internet contains materials that are controversial and/or not appropriate for students. The district has taken precautions to restrict access to these types of materials by teaching students about responsible use and by using filtering software to block student access to inappropriate materials. Student misuse of the network can come in many forms, but it is commonly viewed as sending or receiving materials that indicate or suggest pornography, unethical or illegal solicitation, racism,

Student Expectations and Responsibilities

sexism, inappropriate language and/or any malicious attempt to harm or destroy data of another user or of other agencies or networks that are connected to the system. This includes, but is not limited to, the uploading or creation of computer viruses. All rules of conduct described in the Student Handbook apply when utilizing the network or when accessing any district information, sites, or email addresses. Any website developed outside of the district or local school website may not use the school name or logo without permission from the district or administration. Websites created outside of the district or local school website may not be linked to the district or school website without permission from the district or local administration. The administration may assign disciplinary consequences for violation of the technology user agreement. Additionally, the administration, staff, or faculty may request that the system administrator deny, revoke, or suspend specific user accounts.

➢ Bus TransportationStudents are responsible for transportation to and from the school. The GUHSD Online Learning Academy has a Valley Metro bus pass exchange program. Students must purchase the first week of bus passes. Each Friday students may turn in the used passes for the days they were PRESENT at school for new passes for the next week. As long as students attend school daily, their only cost is for the first week’s passes (approx. $10). Bus passes will not be exchanged if used on a day the student has been absent. For more information on routes and schedules, a Valley Metro bus book is available in the front office or you can call Valley Metro to get route information at 602-253-5000.

➢ Student VehiclesStudents will register their vehicles if they intend to drive to school. Students who fail to register their vehicles or who fail to follow school policy and procedures related to the use of student vehicles may have their vehicles towed away. Any expense related to such towing will be the responsibility of the student.

Students are permitted to park on the school premises as a matter of privilege, not of right. The school retains authority to conduct routine patrols of student parking lots and inspections of the exteriors of student vehicles on school property. The interiors of student vehicles may be inspected whenever a school authority has reason to believe that illegal or unauthorized materials may be contained inside. Such patrols and inspections may be conducted without notice, without student consent, and without a search warrant.

If a properly conducted search yields illegal or contraband materials, such findings shall be turned over to the proper legal authorities for ultimate disposition.

Transportation

Teachers communicate with students using the message box/email system within the program.

▪ Communication with StudentsMany of the online program teachers not only teach online, but they are also classroom teachers during the day. The most reliable form of communication with teachers is through the message box/email system. Teachers check their messages several times throughout the day Monday through Friday, and then at least once a day on the weekends. Parents may also email teachers if they have questions or concerns about their students. Messages/emails should be returned within 24 hours on school days.

▪ Feedback on AssignmentsAssignments will receive feedback in a variety of ways: a link to an answer key, comments on the assignment; comments in the messaging system; or a grade. If you have questions about your grade, message your teacher for further information. Student work should be graded within 48 hours on school days.

For a complete listing of rules and policies, please refer to the GUHSD Parent/Student Handbook located at online.guhsdaz.org or you may request a copy at the front office.

Teacher Communication