2015-2016 parent guide

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2015-2016 Parent Guide

Inside this edition

• School District Information • Community Resources • VPK • Calendars • Parent Notices • Student Services • Parent Involvement Tips • Health Information • Dress Code • Assessment Information • Graduation Information • Important dates and much more!

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Table of Contents

Vision

As a courageous, innovative leader in education, Flagler County Public Schools will be the Nation’s premier learning organization where ALL students graduate as socially responsible citizens with the skills necessary to reach their maximum potential.

Mission

Flagler County Public Schools ensures educational success through high expectations and innovative thinking in a safe learning environment to empower students to reach their full potential as responsible, ethical, and productive citizens in a diverse and changing world.

Vision and Mission…………..…… …..……2 Letter from the Superintendent..…….….…..3 School Board………………………..………4 School Contact Information………...………5 Other Contact Information………..…...……6 Demographics…………………..………..…6 Emergency Contact Info…………… ..……..6 Registration Information……………….……7 Graduation Requirements…………....…..…8 Student Progression Plan………….…..…..12 School Uniform Information…….……..…19 Families in Transition………..….………...21 Student Options……………...… …………22 Home Education……………..…… ………22 Parent Involvement…………..……………23 Skyward………………………..………….23 School Calendar……………………...……24 Flagler County Youth Center.......................25 The TRAIL Transition Program…………...26 Parent Self-Assessment Checklist………....27 Parents Right to Know……………………..28 Parent Involvement Plans………………….28 Pledge for Parental Involvement…………..28 Flagler County Food & Nutrition Services .29

Flagler Technical Institute…………………..32 Adult Education……………………………..32 Air Force and Army ROTC…………………33 2015-2016 VPK Fact Sheet…………………34 Exceptional Student Education……………..35

Exceptional Education Tutoring…….………37 Section 504………………………………….37 Code of Student Conduct……………………37 Attendance Counts…………………………..38 School Times………………………………..38 Guidance…………………………………….39 Student Health Services……………………..39 Assessment and Accountability……………..40 School District Assessment Information……42 Statewide Assessment Schedule…………….43 Family and Community Involvement………46 Virtual Instruction…………………………..48 Flagler County Health Department Info……49

Meningococcal Parent Letter……………….50 Sample Report Cards……………………….51

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Letter from the Superintendent

Flagler County Schools prepares students for success in the 21st century in many different ways. In addition to its core curriculum, 21st century skills such as critical thinking, creative problem solving, communication skills, collaboration, and cross-‐cultural relationship building are integrated into the school setting. Teachers work diligently to integrate these skills into lessons and throughout the student day.

In addition, Flagler County Schools are state of the art and serve as a model that is being replicated by other school districts. Combining technology-‐infused classrooms, give way to a real world modernized learning environment that serves as a state model being replicated by other school districts. Student learning is at the heart of all we do in the Flagler County Public Schools. It is our belief that student learning is enhanced through the integration of technology with strong curriculum, lead by excellent teachers. Technology allows students and teachers to use an approach which is “hands on” and relevant to today’s learning.

The vision for Flagler County Schools is to become the Nation’s Premiere Learning Organization. Together we can accomplish this vision if schools, families, and communities work together to promote successful students. One of the most important factors in a student’s success is parental involvement. It is our hope that this

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Flagler County School Board Members (from left) Janet McDonald (District 5), Vice Chairman Trevor Tucker (District 3), Chairperson Colleen Conklin (District 2), Superintendent Jacob Oliva, Sue Dickinson (District 4), and Andy Dane (District 1).

Flagler County School Board

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School Contact Information

Imagine School Town Center

Principal: James Menard

775 Town Ctr. Blvd., Palm Coast, FL 32164

(386) 586-0100

Palm Harbor Academy

Principal: Esther Hamilton

95 Old Kings Rd. N, Palm Coast, FL 32137

(386) 447-9692

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Other Contact Information

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Flagler County School District Website……..www.flaglerschools.com

Administration Building Contact Information

Student Information

(Demographics)

Approximately 12,000 PreK-12 Students Male-51% Female-49% Student Population: American Indian <.05% Asian 2% Black 15% Native Hawaiian <.05% Hispanic/Latino 14% Multi-race 6% White 63%

Emergency Contact information Emergency messages, such as school closing

due to hazardous weather, will be communicated through the district school messenger phone system, an automated phone system that calls all parents, and the district website,www.flaglerschools.com.

Go to http://flagleremergency.com or call 386-586-5111 for Flagler County Emergency Management updates. You may also contact the Flagler County Emergency Operations Center Citizens Information Line at (386) 586-5111.

Emergency Management designates the following schools as official shelter locations: RES (General Population and Primary Special Needs Shelter); BES (Secondary Special Needs Shelter); if needed, BTMS (Secondary General Population Shelter). Not all shelters will open for every emergency, so it is important to monitor local media and the Emergency Management to find out which shelters are open at the time of the incident. Persons/students with Special Needs must pre-register with Emergency Management so that they can have access to a special needs shelter. During an emergency is not the time to get on the People with Special Needs list. Pre-register online at http://flagleremergency.com or call 386-313-4200.

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School Registration

http://flaglerschools.com/district/school-choice for school choice options, protocols and procedures.

REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

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Graduation Requirements

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Students Entering Grade Nine in the 2012-2013 School Year Academic Advisement Flyer–What Students and Parents Need to Know

What are the diploma options?

Students must successfully complete one of the following diploma options: ! 24-credit standard diploma ! 18-credit Academically Challenging Curriculum to

Enhance Learning (ACCEL) option ! Advanced International Certificate of Education

(AICE) curriculum ! International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma curriculum

What are the state assessment requirements� ?

Students must pass the following statewide assessments: ! Grade 10 reading (or ACT/SAT concordant score) ! Algebra I end-of-course (EOC) if Algebra I is taken

after 2010–2011 or a comparative score on the Postsecondary Education Readiness Test (P.E.R.T.)

Students must participate in the following EOC assessments: ! Algebra I (if enrolled after 2010-2011) ! Biology I (if enrolled after 2010-2011) ! Geometry (if enrolled after 2010-2011) ! U.S. History (if enrolled after 2011-2012) and

performance on the EOC constitutes 30 percent of the final course grade

What are the graduation requirements for students with disabil it ies?

Two options are available only to students with

disabilities. Both require the 24 credits listed in the table

and both allow students to substitute a career and

technical (CTE) course with related content for one credit

in ELA IV, mathematics, science and social studies

(excluding Algebra I, Geometry, Biology I and U.S.

History).

! Students with significant cognitive disabilities may earn credits via access courses and be assessed via an alternate assessment.

! Students who choose the academic and employment option must earn at least .5 credit via paid employment.

! Certain students may earn a special diploma.

�Policy adopted in rule by the district school board may require for any cohort of

students that performance of a statewide, standardized EOC assessment constitute 30 percent of a student’s final course grade.

What are the requirements for the 24-credit standard diploma?

4 Credits English Language Arts (ELA) 4 Credits Mathematics

! One of which must be Algebra I and one of which must be Geometry

! Industry certifications that lead to college credit may substitute for up to two mathematics credits (except for Algebra I and Geometry)

3 Credits Science ! One of which must be Biology I, two of which must

have a laboratory component ! An industry certification that leads to college credit

substitutes for up to one science credit (except for Biology I)

! An identified rigorous computer science course with a related industry certification substitutes for up to one science credit (except for Biology I)

3 Credits Social Studies

1 credit in World History 1 credit in U.S. History .5 credit in U.S. Government .5 credit in Economics

1 Credit Fine and Performing Arts, Speech and Debate, or Practical Arts

Eligible courses are specified in the Florida Course Code Directory at http://www.fldoe.org/policy/articulation/ccd.

1 Credit Physical Education To include the integration of health

8 Elective Credits 1 Online Course

Students must earn a 2.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale.

What is the distinction between the 18-credit ACCEL option and the 24-credit option?

! 3 elective credits instead of 8 ! Physical education is not required ! Online course is not required

All other graduation requirements for a 24-credit standard diploma must be met (per section 1003.4282(10)(d)1.-5., Florida Statutes [F.S.]).

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Enhance Learning (ACCEL) option ! Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE)

curriculum ! International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma curriculum

What are the state assessment requirements?

Students must pass the following statewide assessments: ! Grade 10 ELA (or ACT/SAT concordant score) ! Algebra I end-of-course (EOC) or a comparative score on

the Postsecondary Education Readiness Test (P.E.R.T.)

Students must participate in the EOC assessments and the results constitute 30 percent of the final course grade. These assessments are in the following subjects: ! Algebra I* ! Geometry* ! U.S. History

! Biology I ! Algebra II (if enrolled)*

* Special Note: Thirty percent not applicable if enrolled in the 2014-2015 school year.

What is the credit acceleration program (CAP)?

This program allows a student to earn high school credit if the student passes a statewide course assessment without enrollment in the course. The courses include the following subjects: ! Algebra I ! Geometry ! U.S. History

! Biology I ! Algebra II


Two options are available only to students with disabilities. Both require the 24 credits listed in the table and both allow students to substitute a career and technical (CTE) course with related content for one credit in ELA IV, mathematics, science and social studies (excluding Algebra I, Geometry, Biology I and U.S. History). ! Students with significant cognitive disabilities may earn

credits via access courses and be assessed via an alternate assessment.


! Certain students may earn a special diploma.

What are the requirements for the 24-credit standard diploma option?

4 Credits English Language Arts (ELA) ! ELA I, II III, IV ! ELA honors, Advanced Placement (AP), Advanced

International Certificate of Education (AICE), International Baccalaureate (IB) and dual enrollment courses may satisfy this requirement

4 Credits Mathematics ! One of which must be Algebra I and one of which

must be Geometry ! Industry certifications that lead to college credit may

substitute for up to two mathematics credits (except for Algebra I and Geometry)


be equally rigorous science courses. ! Two of the three required credits must have a

laboratory component. ! An industry certification that leads to college credit




1 credit in World History 1 credit in U.S. History .5 credit in U.S. Government .5 credit in Economics with Financial Literacy

1 Credit Fine and Performing Arts, Speech and Debate, or Practical Arts†

1 Credit Physical Education†

To include the integration of health † Special Note: Eligible courses and eligible course substitutions are specified in the Florida Course Code Directory at http://www.fldoe.org/policy/articulation/ccd.



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Students must pass the following statewide assessments: ! Grade 10 ELA (or ACT/SAT concordant score) ! Algebra I end-of-course (EOC) or a comparative score

on the Postsecondary Education Readiness Test (P.E.R.T.)

Students must participate in the EOC assessments and the results constitute 30 percent of the final course grade. These assessments are in the following subjects: ! Algebra I* ! U.S. History ! Biology I ! Algebra II (if enrolled)* ! Geometry* *Special Note: Thirty percent not applicable if enrolled in

the 2014-2015 school year.


This program allows a student to earn high school credit if the student passes a statewide course assessment without enrollment in the course. The courses include the following subjects: ! Algebra I ! Biology I ! Geometry ! Algebra II ! U.S. History





What are the requirements for the 24-credit standard

diploma option?


















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Students must pass the following statewide assessments: ! Grade 10 ELA (or ACT/SAT concordant score) ! Algebra I end-of-course (EOC) or a comparative score on

the Postsecondary Education Readiness Test (P.E.R.T.)

Students must participate in the EOC assessments and the results constitute 30 percent of the final course grade. These assessments are in the following subjects: ! Algebra I* ! U.S. History ! Biology I ! Algebra II (if enrolled)* ! Geometry* *Special Note: Thirty percent not applicable if enrolled in the

2014-2015 school year.


This program allows a student to earn high school credit if the student passes a statewide course assessment without enrollment in the course. The courses include the following subjects: ! Algebra I ! Biology I ! Geometry ! Algebra II ! U.S. History





What are the requirements for the 24-credit standard

diploma option?


















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Student Progression Plan / Areas of Study

AREAS OF STUDY The following areas of study are required at each grade level:

• Language Arts (reading, literature, listening, critical observation, speaking, writing and language) ! Mathematics

• Science • Social Studies • Physical Education and Comprehensive Health Education (to include Human Growth and

Development, and Alcohol and Substance Abuse Prevention) • Art • Music

The areas of study above in grades K-6 may be modified to meet an individual student’s academic needs. The following areas of study which are not course specific, but are supported by state statute, will be integrated into the curriculum: multi-cultural education, Holocaust education, technology, patriotism, critical thinking skills, and character education. ASSESSMENT AND INTERVENTION Each student must participate in statewide assessment tests required by statute. Each student who does not meet district or state specific levels of performance may be provided with additional diagnostic assessments to determine the nature of the student's difficulty and areas of academic need, and must be provided a Progress Monitoring Plan (PMP). The teacher will identify as soon as possible, for the principal and parents/guardians, those students who are not making satisfactory progress toward appropriate grade level standards and specific levels of performance. Students who fail to respond to intervention and decrease the gap in proficiency between themselves and their peers, as evidenced by ongoing progress monitoring, must be involved in the district established Multi-tiered System of Supports (MTSS) process. Promotion

A. Promotion to the Next Grade Level (K-6) The teacher recommends promotion based on satisfactory achievement on the following: grade level Florida Standards, district-wide assessment progress tests, classroom work, observations, tests, and other relevant achievement data. Student promotion is also based upon an evaluation of the student’s acceptable progress toward grade level Florida Standards and levels of performance on statewide assessments. The classroom teacher has the primary responsibility for determining each student's level of performance and ability to function academically at the next grade level, subject to review by the principal or designee. In such cases, when a promotion decision is made, the student's permanent record card and report card shall show “Promoted to Grade ____."

B. Promotion from Sixth to 7th Grade Students who fail one core course will have the opportunity to re-take it through FLVS of iFlagler, if available, over the summer or to take it in place of an elective during 7th grade. Students who fail two core courses will only be promoted if they take at least one of the courses through FLVS over the summer and complete it before the first day of school. Students who fail more than two core courses will be retained.

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C. Promotion/Change of Grade Placement during the School Year (not to be used in grade 3 or 6) The principal or designee may make a decision for promotion during the year for retained students. This will be determined by the recommendation of the classroom teacher and a passing grade on cumulative assessments in the area that caused the student to be retained and with discussion with the parent/guardian. Students promoted during the school year after November 1 must demonstrate proficiency above that required to score at Level 2 on the statewide standardized assessment taken in the retained grade, or grade level or higher on a district assessment. The principal or designee may make a decision for a change of grade placement to a lower grade level during the school year, considering the recommendation of the classroom teacher and with discussion with of parent/guardian. The student's permanent record card and report card will reflect the promotion/change of grade placement. A conference with the parent/guardian must be offered prior to change of grade placement. PROMOTION FROM 7TH GRADE TO 8TH GRADE Students who fail one core academic course may repeat the course during the summer through Florida Virtual School or iFlagler, if available. Students who do not successfully complete the course will be placed in the course during 8th grade in lieu of an elective. Students who fail two core academic courses must successfully repeat at least one of the courses during the summer through Florida Virtual School or iFlagler, if available. Students who do not successfully complete at least one failed core academic course will be retained in 7th grade. Students who successfully complete at least one failed core academic course during the summer will be promoted to the 8th grade and will repeat the second failed course during 8th grade in lieu of an elective. This opportunity is available only with permission of the Principal or Assistant Principal and after the student and parent sign a memorandum of understanding. If the failed courses are not available through FLVS or iFlagler, then the student will be retained in 7th grade. HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT Accelerated middle school students may earn credit toward high school graduation under the following conditions: A. High School courses offered at the middle school level must meet the standards approved for the high school courses. If Honors classes are taken, Honors weighting will be given when students are promoted to the high school. B. Courses are offered for the same number of hours of instruction as currently offered at the high school, follow the Next Generation / Florida Standards, use the same textbook and the same final exam. State EOCs will count as 30% of the final grade. Common District Finals will count as 20% of the grade. C. District-enrolled students at the middle school level approved to take courses from the Florida Virtual High School will earn credit which will be transferred to their high school record as explained above. D. (S.1003.4282) Middle school students taking high school courses for high school credit who receive a grade of “C”, “D”, or “F” may have their grade replaced with a “C” or higher in a comparable course. In all middle and high school cases, only the new grade shall be used in the calculation of the student’s grade point average. E. Middle school students enrolled in Algebra I must take the Algebra I EOC assessment and pass the course to earn high school Algebra I credit. A middle school student is not required to earn a passing score on the Algebra I EOC assessment in order to earn high school credit or to be promoted to high school. A middle school student’s performance on the Algebra I EOC assessment constitutes 30 % of the student’s final course grade. F. Middle school students enrolled in Geometry must take the Geometry EOC assessment and have the results of the Geometry EOC constituted as 30% of the student’s final course grade. G. When middle school students take high school courses, this starts their high school transcript and their Grade Point Averages (GPAs). GPAs are used to determine eligibility for graduation, scholarships (including Bright Futures), class ranking, and admission to college.

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MAKE-UP WORK After an absence, a student must arrange with the teacher for any make-up work. Students have the same number of days as they were absent to make up their work, except in the instance of some long-term assignments. If a teacher assigns a long-term project (when a student has several days to complete the work), then the student is expected to turn in the project on the day of his or her return unless special arrangements are made and approved with the teacher in advance. Work completed after an UNEXCUSED absence will not receive credit. PHYSICAL EDUCATION (S. 1003.455) The equivalent of one class period per day of physical education for one semester of each year is required. This requirement will be waived for a student who meets one of the following criteria: A. The student is enrolled or required to enroll in a remedial course. B. The student’s parent indicates in writing to the school that: 1. The parent requests that the student enroll in another course from among those courses offered as options by the school district; or 2. The student is participating in physical activities outside the school day that are equal to or in excess of the mandated requirement. PROMOTION TO THE HIGH SCHOOL (S. 1003.4156, S. 1003.4295) Promotion from a school that includes middle grades requires that the student must successfully complete academic courses as follows: In order for a student to be promoted to high school from a school that includes middle grades 6, 7, and 8, the student must successfully complete the following courses: A. Three middle grades or higher courses in English Language Arts (ELA). B. Three middle grades or higher courses in mathematics. Each school that includes middle grades must offer at least one high school level mathematics course for which students may earn high school credit. Successful completion of a high school level Algebra I or Geometry course is not contingent upon the student’s performance on the statewide, standardized end-of-course (EOC) assessment. To earn high school credit for Algebra I, a middle grades student must take the statewide, standardized Algebra I EOC assessment and pass the course, and in addition, beginning with the 2013-2014 school year and thereafter, a student’s performance on the Algebra I EOC assessment constitutes 30 percent of the student’s final course grade. To earn high school credit for a Geometry course, a middle grades student must take the statewide, standardized Geometry EOC assessment, which constitutes 30 percent of the student’s final course grade, and earn a passing grade in the course. C. Three middle grades or higher courses in social studies. Beginning with students entering grade 6 in the 2012-2013 school year, one of these courses must be at least a one semester civics education course that includes the roles and responsibilities of federal, state, and local governments; the structures and functions of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government; and the meaning and significance of historic documents, such as the Articles of Confederation, the Declaration of Independence, and the Constitution of the United States. Beginning with the 2013-2014 school year, each student’s performance on the statewide, standardized EOC assessment in civics education required under s. 1008.22 constitutes 30 percent of the student’s final course grade. A middle grades student who transfers into the state’s public school system from out of country, out of state, a private school, or a home education program after the beginning of the second term of grade 8 is not required to meet the civics education requirement for promotion from the middle grades if the student’s transcript documents passage of three courses in social studies or two year-long courses in social studies that include coverage of civics education. D. Three middle grades or higher courses in science. Successful completion of a high school level Biology I course is not contingent upon the student’s performance on the statewide, standardized EOC assessment required under s. 1008.22. However, beginning with the 2012-2013 school year, to earn high school credit for a Biology I course, a middle grades student must take the statewide, standardized Biology I EOC assessment, which constitutes 30 percent of the student’s final course grade, and earn a passing grade in the course.

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E. One course in career and education planning to be completed in 6th, 7th, or 8th grade. The course may be taught by any member of the instructional staff. At a minimum, the course must be Internet-based, easy to use, and customizable to each student and include research-based assessments to assist students in determining educational and career options and goals. In addition, the course must result in a completed personalized academic and career plan for the student; must emphasize the importance of entrepreneurship skills; must emphasize technology or the application of technology in career fields; and, beginning in the 2014-2015 academic year, must include information from the Department of Economic Opportunity’s economic security report as described in s. 445.07. The required personalized academic and career plan must inform students of high school graduation requirements, including a detailed explanation of the diploma designation options provided under s. 1003.4285; high school assessment and college entrance test requirements; Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program requirements; state university and Florida College System institution admission requirements; available opportunities to earn college credit in high school, including Advanced Placement courses; the International Baccalaureate Program; the Advanced International Certificate of Education Program; dual enrollment, including career dual enrollment; and career education courses, including career-themed courses and courses that lead to industry certification pursuant to s. 1003.492 or s. 1008.44. F. Each school must inform parents about the course curriculum and activities. Each student shall complete a personal education plan that must be signed by the student and the student’s parent. The Department of Education shall develop course frameworks and professional development materials for the career and education planning course. The course may be implemented as a stand-alone course or integrated into another course or courses. The Commissioner of Education shall collect longitudinal high school course enrollment data by student ethnicity in order to analyze course-taking patterns. G. There are no mid-semester promotions. Promotions may only occur at the semester break. H. The minimum length for core courses is 45 minutes per day. There is also an opportunity to select elective courses. These courses will include the integration of critical thinking skills and computer literacy. If a student scores a Level 1 on the FSA English Language Arts assessment, then the following year the student must enroll in and complete a remedial course. Middle school students scoring at Level 1 or Level 2 on the Mathematics FSA assessment will receive intervention the following year, which may be integrated into the student’s required mathematics courses. Middle schools will inform parents about the school’s curriculum and activities. ACCELERATION NOTIFICATION, ADVISEMENT, AND OPPORTUNITIES (S.1003.02) (S.1003.4295) At the beginning of each school year, parents of students in or entering high school will be notified of the opportunity and benefits of Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, dual enrollment, career academy classes, courses that lead to industry certification, Florida Virtual School courses, and options for early or accelerated high school graduation. The Credit Acceleration Program (CAP) is created for the purpose of allowing a student to earn high school credit in Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, United States History, and Biology if the student passes the statewide standardized assessment administered under s. 1008.22. Notwithstanding s. 1003.436, a school district shall award course credit to a student who is not enrolled in the course, or who has not completed the course, if the student attains a passing score on the corresponding statewide, standardized end-of-course assessment. The school district shall permit a student who is not enrolled in the course, or who has not completed the course, to take the standardized end-of-course assessment during the regular administration of the assessment. The PERT comparative score cannot be used to earn Algebra I credit.

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ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) A. Advanced Placement (AP) is the enrollment of an eligible secondary student in a course offered by the Advanced Placement Program administered by the College Board. Postsecondary credit for an AP course may be awarded to students who score a minimum of 3 on a 5-point scale on the corresponding AP exam. Some colleges may only accept a score of 4 or 5. B. A student will receive high school credit based on the grade received in the AP class. C. A student enrolled in an AP class, but failing to take the AP subject exam, will have the course of study changed to an Honors class. The student will receive a zero on the course final exam, which will count as 20% of the final class grade. D. A student who is not taking an AP course may take the AP examination provided the student pays the examination fee. However, no high school credit will be granted for passing the AP examination. ALTERNATE ASSESSMENT FOR DEPENDENT CHILD OF A MEMBER OF THE U.S. ARMED FORCES (S. 1000.36) In order to facilitate the on-time graduation of children of military families, states and local education agencies shall incorporate the following procedures: B. States shall accept exit or end-of-course exams required for graduation from the sending state; national norm-referenced achievement tests; or alternative testing, in lieu of testing requirements for graduation in the receiving state. If these alternatives cannot be accommodated by the receiving state for a student transferring in his or her senior year, then the provisions of Article VII, Section C shall apply. CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION (S. 1003.4282) Students who earn the required 24 credits or the required 18 credits under the ACCEL option (S.1002.3105) but fail to pass the assessments required under S. 1008.22 and/or fail to achieve a 2.0 GPA will be awarded a certificate of completion. Students who have met all requirements for the standard high school diploma except for passage of the required statewide standardized assessments or the state required End-of-Course assessments or an alternative assessment by the end of Grade 12 must be provided the following learning opportunities: A. Participation in an accelerated high school equivalency diploma preparation program during the summer. B. Upon receipt of a certificate of completion, be allowed to take the Post-Secondary Education Readiness Test (PERT) and be admitted to remedial or credit courses at a state community college, as appropriate. DUAL ENROLLMENT COLLEGE CREDIT PROGRAMS AND CAREER DUAL ENROLLMENT (S.1007.271, S. 1007.23) The Superintendent of Schools and Presidents of colleges and universities shall jointly develop and implement a comprehensive articulated acceleration program for students enrolled in their respective school district and service area. The dual enrollment program is defined as the enrollment of an eligible secondary student or home education student in postsecondary course creditable toward high school completion and a career and technical certificate or an associate or baccalaureate degree. A student who is enrolled in postsecondary instruction that is not creditable toward a high school diploma may not be classified as a dual enrollment student.

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Students who are eligible for dual enrollment may enroll in dual enrollment courses conducted during school hours, after school hours, and during the summer term. However, if the student is projected to graduate from high school before the scheduled completion date of a postsecondary course, the student may not register for that course through dual enrollment. The student may apply to the postsecondary institution and pay the required registration, tuition, and fees if the student meets the postsecondary institution’ s admissions requirements under S. 1007.263. The District will pay the cost of books, lab fees, and required instructional materials for students enrolled full-time in the Flagler County Public School System. For eligibility requirements, refer to the Articulation Agreement for the appropriate college or university. Dual enrollment courses taught on the high school campus must meet the same competencies required for courses taught on the postsecondary institution campus. To ensure equivalent rigor with courses taught on the postsecondary institution campus, the postsecondary institution offering the course is responsible for providing in a timely manner a comprehensive, cumulative end-of-course assessment or a series of assessments of all expected learning outcomes to the faculty member teaching the course. Completed, scored assessments must be returned to the postsecondary institution and held for 1 year. Instructional materials used in dual enrollment courses must be the same as or comparable to those used in courses offered by the postsecondary institution with the same course prefix and number. The postsecondary institution must advise the school district of instructional materials requirements as soon as that information becomes available but no later than one term before a course is offered. Course requirements, such as tests, papers, or other assignments, for dual enrollment students must be at the same level of rigor or depth as those for all non-dual enrollment postsecondary students. All faculty members teaching dual enrollment courses must observe the procedures and deadlines of the postsecondary institution for the submission of grades. A postsecondary institution must advise each faculty member teaching a dual enrollment course of the institution’s grading guidelines before the faculty member begins teaching the course. Dual enrollment courses taught on a high school campus may not be combined with any non-college credit high school course. Details about dual enrollment with Daytona State College, Embry Riddle University, and Bethune Cookman University can be found in the individual Articulation Agreements. Career dual enrollment shall be provided as a curricular option for secondary students to pursue in order to earn Career dual enrollment shall be provided as a curricular option for secondary students to pursue in order to earn industry certifications adopted pursuant to S. 1008.44, which counts as credits toward the high school diploma. Career dual enrollment shall be available for secondary students seeking a degree and industry certification through a career education program or course. Students may enroll in career dual-enrollment classes at Flagler Technical Institute. Each district school board shall inform all secondary school students and their parents of dual enrollment as an educational option and mechanism for acceleration. Students and their parents shall be informed of student eligibility requirements, the option for taking dual enrollment courses beyond the regular school year, and the minimum academic credits required for graduation. District school boards must annually assess the demand for dual enrollment and provide that information to each partnering postsecondary institution. Alternative grade calculation, weighting systems, and information regarding student education options that discriminates against dual enrollment courses are prohibited. Early admission is a form of dual enrollment through which eligible secondary students enroll in a postsecondary institution on a full-time basis in courses that are creditable toward the high school diploma and the associate or baccalaureate degree. A student must enroll in a minimum of 12 college credit hours per semester or the equivalent to participate in the early admission program; however, a student may not be required to enroll in more than 15 college credit hours per semester or the equivalent. Students enrolled are exempt from the payment of registration, tuition, and laboratory fees.

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Career early admission is a form of career dual enrollment through which eligible secondary students enroll full time in a career center or a Florida College System institution in courses that are creditable toward the high school diploma and the certificate or associate degree. Participation in the career early admission program is limited to students who have completed a minimum of 6 semesters of full-time secondary enrollment, including studies undertaken in the ninth grade. Students enrolled are exempt from the payment of registration, tuition, and laboratory fees. Home education students may participate in dual enrollment working directly with Daytona State College (DSC).

School Uniform Information

Flagler County Schools’ Uniform and Colors by School

SCHOOL: Additional Collared Shirt Colors for Schools: Elementary

BES Blue and green BTES Royal blue, powder blue, and pink OKES Royal blue and pink Phoenix Green RES Burgundy and navy blue WES Blue and red Middle School BTMS Blue and green ITMS Maroon and gold High School FPCHS solid color, striped, or plaid ; no lace or sheer fabric

MHS solid color, striped, or plaid ; no lace or sheer fabric

Also, students in all schools are allowed to wear white, black, or grey in addition to the colors listed below for their school.

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Shirts Shirts must be standard short or long sleeve polo style,

oxford style, or button-up dress shirt with a collar. A small trademark logo is acceptable.

K-8 schools may use the district colors of white, black or grey and choose up to two additional standard school colors. Shirts must be solid color and fabric. No lace or sheer materials, including “cut outs”.

9-12 schools may use any solid color, striped or plaid collared button down polo shirt; No lace or sheer fabric.

On designated school Spirit Days or special events, students may wear their school logo t-shirt, team jersey, or club shirt. Items must represent the school the student attends. Friday of each week will be a designated Spirit Day. Special school event days (such as Homecoming Week, Cancer Awareness Day, Red Ribbon Week, etc.) will be designated by the school; dates will be released in advance.

It is recommended shirts be tucked in. Cleavage must be covered.

Outer or Cool Weather Attire

Zip- or button-up or “over the head” sweatshirts or sweaters are acceptable as long as required dress attire is worn beneath.

Items must be solid color. Standard, required dress code attire must be worn, even when

wearing cool weather attire.

Bottoms Khaki (tan), navy blue, grey, white, or black slacks

Plain blue or black denim jeans

Khaki (tan), navy blue, or black shorts, skirts, skorts, or jumpers.

Pants with belt loops must be worn with a black or brown belt KG-3rd grade students are exempt Small logo is acceptable

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Families in Transition What Families Need to Know about Homelessness (Families in Transition) and Public Education

Definition of Homeless, known as “Families in Transition”

Local school districts must ensure that homeless children and youth have equal access to a free, appropriate public education. Homeless children and youth are defined as those who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence. This includes those who are: • sharing housing due to loss of housing or economic hardship; • living in motels, hotels, camping grounds, or dilapidated trailers due to lack of alternative housing; • living in emergency or transitional housing; • living in cars, parks, public spaces, abandoned buildings, substandard housing, or bus and train stations; • awaiting foster care; • abandoned in hospitals; • living in a public or private place not designed for or ordinarily used as a regular place to sleep; and • migrant students, living in a situation described above.

Your Children’s Rights

The federally-funded McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act established educational rights and protections for students experiencing homelessness. Homeless children and youth are entitled to:

• enroll in school without having a permanent address. • enroll and attend school while arranging for required school records or documents. • remain in the school attended before becoming homeless. • receive special programs and services for which they are eligible. • attend school and participate in school programs with students who are not homeless. • receive assistance with transportation to school.

When You Move

Becoming homeless is highly disruptive to students in many ways. Whenever possible, use the following guidelines when moving is necessary. • Inform your child’s teacher, guidance counselor, and principal that you are moving and give them the new

address. • Let school officials know if you want your child to remain in the same school. • Ask for a copy of your child’s school records, including immunizations. • Safeguard and keep a copy of school records, birth certificates, and all health and immunization records

accessible. • Have a reliable person keep a second copy of these important records. • Enroll your child(ren) in school as soon as possible.

Ask About School Services

• Breakfast and lunch programs • Transportation • School supplies • Academic Support

For more information contact: Dr. Pamela Jackson-Smith, District Families in Transition (FIT) Liaison, 386-437-7526 x2104.

Helpful Links

Community Social Services Resource List http://flaglercounty.org/index.aspx?nid=113

Substance Abuse & Mental Health Resource

List http://flaglercounty.org/index.aspx?nid=113

SNAP Calendar

SNAP Resources .pdf

Access Flagler First

United Way – Volusia Flagler Community Services Resources http://211live.org/

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Student Options

Charter Schools

Charter schools are public schools operating under a contractual agreement or a “charter” with the local school board. This charter contract frees them from many regulations created for traditional public schools while holding them accountable for academic and financial results. In addition, the charter contract between the charter school governing board and the sponsor details the school’s mission, program, goals, students served, methods of assessment and ways to measure success. As part of the state’s program of public education, charter schools offer innovative programs consistent with educational goals established by Florida Statutes. Parents interested in this option should contact the charter school directly about application procedures. If you have additional questions about the charter schools, please call each school directly or contact the Flagler County School District contact representative, Tammy Yorke at 386-437-7526, Ext. 3114. Flagler County has two charter schools for the 2015-2016 school year.

• Imagine School at Town Center (PreK-8) - 775 Town Center Blvd. - Palm

Coast, FL 32164 386-586-0100 - http://www.imagineschooltowncenter.org -

Principal: James Menard

• Palm Harbor Academy (PreK-6) - 95 Old Kings Rd., North - Palm Coast, FL 32137 386-447-9692 - http://www.palmharboracademy.net - Principal: Esther Hamilton

Home Education Home Education: Home Education is a parent-directed education alternative. A Home Education Program, as defined in Section 1002.01(1), F.S., is the “sequentially progressive instruction of a student directed by his or her parent or guardian.” The Department of Education provides technical assistance, information and materials on home education to school districts and parents. For more information regarding home education, contact the district office at 386-437-7526 or visit the Florida Department of Education’s website: www.floridaschoolchoice.org

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Parent Involvement

Research shows that parent involvement has a direct influence on the high academic achievement of our children. It’s easy to get involved! Here are some ways to become an involved parent:

Ø Attend your child’s parent/teacher conference. Ø Listen to your child read or read with them on a regular basis. Ø Use travel time in the car to practice reading & math skills. Ø Look into the resource center at your child’s school for ways to help your child. Ø Regularly look in your child’s backpack and/or planner. Ø Attend events at your child’s school. Ø Talk to your child about their friends & daily events happening during the school day. Ø Communicate with your child’s teacher. Ø Check your child’s grades on Skyward Family Access. (see below) Ø Get your child a public library card & visit the library at least once a month. Ø Join a school parent group such as PTO, Student Advisory Committee (SAC), District

Parent Advisory Committee (DPAC) (Title I schools only), ESOL Parent Leadership Committee (ESOL PLC). These groups are made up of parents just like you!

Schools need parent participation and parent input!

You can access your child’s grades at any time from your computer or smart phone!

• Just sign up at your child’s school (requires identification) and you can look at student grades as often as you’d like.

• You only have to sign up once, even if you have more than one child. • You can download a free app if you’d like, to access Skyward from your

smart phone. • Other useful information can be found on Skyward specifically about your

child.

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Flagler County Schools 2015-2016 Calendar

Monday-Tuesday, August 17th-18th Professional Development for Teachers Wednesday-Friday, August 19th-21st

Pre-planning Days for Teachers

Monday, August 24th First Day for Students Monday, September 7th Labor Day – No School Wednesday, September 23rd Progress Reports-First Quarter Friday, October 23rd End First Quarter Monday, October 26th Teacher Planning Day-No School for

Students Wednesday, November 11th Veteran’s Day-No School Wednesday-Friday, November 25th-27th

Thanksgiving Break-No School

Monday, November 30th School Resumes-Progress Reports-Second Quarter

Monday, December 21st-Friday, January 1st

Winter Break-No School

Monday, January 4th School Resumes Tuesday, January 12th End of Second Quarter Wednesday, January 13th Teacher Planning Day-No School for

Students Monday, January 18th Martin Luther King, Jr., Birthday

Observance-No School Monday, February 15th President’s Day-No School Friday, February 19th Progress Reports-Third Quarter Monday-Friday, March 14th-18th Spring Break-No School Monday, March 21st School Resumes Thursday, March 24th End of Third Quarter Friday, March 25th Teacher Planning Day-No School for

Students Thursday, April 28th Progress Reports-Fourth Quarter Monday, May 16th Professional Development Day for Teachers-

No School for Students Monday, May 30th Memorial Day-No School Monday, June 6th Early Dismissal Tuesday, June 7th Early Dismissal-Last Day for Students Wednesday, June 8th Post Planning for Teachers

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Flagler County Youth Center

Flagler County Youth Center Cheryl Massaro, Director 5500 Rt. 100 • Palm Coast FL, 32164 386-437-7540 X5101

On October 1, 2006 the Flagler County School Board, in collaboration with the Flagler County Council,

opened the Flagler County Youth Center, a new and what hoped to be attractive recreational facility for county youth in grades 7th -12th. All too long, throughout the county you would hear complaints that there was nothing for kids to do after school, unless they were involved in school activities/athletics. The original purpose of the Youth Center was to attract youth, not normally involved in traditional after school activities, and provide them with a safe, supervised fun place to be. During the first three years of operation the Flagler County Youth Center has attracted over 100,000 county youth, and not only met but surpassed everyone’s expectations!

Located on the grounds of Flagler Palm Coast High School, this 5,000+ sq. ft. facility includes state of the

art technology, including a 30 station Computer Lab, featuring internet access ability. Plus a new Digital Projector, that permits PS4 gaming on the “BIG” interior wall. The Youth Center also features a Game Room, with two Pool Tables, two Ping- Pong Tables, and a Flat Panel TV. Finally, in the Lounge, the focal point of the building, you will find a 70” HD Flat Screen TV, Leather Seating, nine TV’s hosting one PS4, and four Xbox 360 Game Consoles, plus 50+ electronic video games to select from. Even after excessive use, the building is kept clean an in exceptional condition with staff constantly stressing appropriate social behavior in a very diverse setting.

During the school year the FCYC is open from 2:00pm – 7:00pm. Admission is FREE, but all participants

must have a Flagler County school issued ID Card. During the summer, the FCYC hosts a Summer Camp, for 60 Middle School students, for a very reasonable rate. Summer Camp registration begins the first week of March, and available on a first come basis. Special Events, at the Youth Center run throughout the entire year. For complete update of monthly activities and hours of operation, including photos of the center, visit our website at: www.fcyc.isgreat.org

The Flagler County Youth Center, one of Flagler County’s best keep secrets to PARENTS, provides youth

an alternative to traditional after school and recreational activities.

George Washington Carver Center 201 Drain Street East, Bunnell, FL 32110 386-‐437-‐7540 X5101 As a result of the success of the Flagler County Youth Center, on July 1, 2011, the Flagler County School Board entered a second partnership with Flagler County Commissioners to manage the G. W. Carver Community Center. During the school year, Monday – Friday, the Carver Center will sponsor Community Programs from 9:00am-2:00pm, a Youth Center from 2:00pm – 7:00pm, and special programming from 7:00pm-9:00pm. Weekends will be reserved for special events. During the Summer Months, a minimal cost of Summer Camp, for 7 – 16 year olds, will be provided by AIM: Alliance of Involved Ministers. Thanks to Flagler County, Flagler County Schools, and numerous community partners, the Carver Center has been renovated, providing a clean, safe environment for youth and their families, to utilize, all year long.

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The TRAIL Transition Program

Through the leadership, encouragement and support of Flagler County Schools ESE Director, Dr. Tracy Umpenhour and Superintendent Jacob Oliva, the TRAIL Transition Program has successfully placed over 20 young people with disabilities in our Flagler Community. The TRAIL Transition Program is an outcome oriented program whose focus is to assist Flagler County’s 18-22 year old students with disabilities in finding meaningful, age appropriate vocational placements in our community while keeping in mind their unique learning styles and individual needs. Eligible students must have earned a Special Option 1 or 2 Diploma, Certificate of Completion, or met graduation criteria and are deferring the receipt of their standard diploma AND demonstrate a need for additional transition training through an IEP team meeting. The TRAIL staff works with our young adults by assisting them with identifying their dreams and goals through a variety of functional academics and transition assessments including interest inventories, vocational assessments, self-determination scales and an individualized Action Plan. The TRAIL mission is to combine classroom learning with community based instruction in order to expose our students to a variety of career choices while enhancing the skills necessary to become successful, independent and employed. The TRAIL vision is to prepare ALL of our young people for a seamless transition into the world of work and adult living. At this time the TRAIL Transition program has over 36 Community Business Partners providing TRAIL participants with vocational training sites, internships and paid positions. TRAIL participants receive the support of the TRAIL Team until they are ready to work independently. As our young people become more skilled at their positions and need less support from TRAIL job coaches, our program will place more students in community businesses that match their vocational interests and competencies. To become a business partner or if you’d like more information about the TRAIL Transition Program, please contact Dr. Kimberli L. Halliday (386)446-6742. or [email protected].

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Parent Self-Assessment Checklist

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Parents Right to Know

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Parent Involvement Plans The district Parent Involvement Plan regarding Title I schools is available on the district website: http://flaglerschools.com/sites/default/files/attachments/1255/pip1415.pdf#overlay-context=1255/title-i or on the following Florida Department of Education link: http://www.fldoe.org If your child is attending a Title I school, the Parent Involvement Plan specific to your child’s school is available for your review at your child’s school and on the school’s website.

Pledge for Parental Involvement

As a parent, guardian, or caregiver, I hereby give my pledge to support a high-quality education for my student to the best of my ability. I have high expectations for my child to succeed in school and in life. I pledge to stay involved, serve as a positive role model, and maintain open communication with my child’s teacher and school to ensure education remains a top priority in my household. I understand that it is my responsibility to stay informed and involved in all aspects of my child’s education. Communication is key. Education is the door to success, and I will do everything I can to nurture my child’s ability to learn.

At the beginning of each school year, the Flagler County Public School District must inform parents of each student attending a Title I, Part A school of their right to request information about the professional qualifications of both the teachers and the paraprofessionals who teach and work with their children. The information will be provided in a letter called the Parents Right to Know letter and it will be in an understandable format and to the extent possible, will be provided in a language the parents can understand. In compliance with Federal Law (No Child Left Behind Act of 2001), parents may request information regarding the professional qualifications of their child's teacher(s) and paraprofessional(s). The information regarding the professional qualifications of a child's teacher(s) will include:

• Certification type • Subject area coverage and grade level of coverage • Degree(s) and defined major area of work • Services to be provided by the paraprofessional under the direct supervision of the teacher Federal law requires that schools receiving Title I funds hire highly qualified teachers and instructional paraprofessionals. The Flagler County Public School District employs certified personnel according to the Florida Department of Education requirements.

In addition to this letter, Florida Statute 231.095 states, "When a teacher in a district school system is assigned teaching duties in a class dealing with subject matter that is outside the field in which the teacher is certified, the parents or guardians of all students in the class shall be notified in writing of such assignment." If a child is being taught by one or more teachers that fall within this category for four weeks or more, the school will provide the child's parents with a letter of notification and the steps the school is taking to get the teacher or paraprofessional highly qualified.

If parents would like to request any of the above information, please contact the principal at your child's school. Additionally, you may contact your child's school directly regarding your child's academic progress.

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Flagler County Schools Food and Nutrition Services

Household Income

Important information for members of our Armed Services: When considering household income, a housing allowance that is part of the Military Housing Privatization Initiative is not to be included as income. For the purpose of determining household size, deployed service members are considered a part of the household. Families should include the names of the deployed service members on their application. Report only that portion of the deployed service member’s income made available to them or on their behalf to the family. The determining official would count the service member as part of the household in establishing a child’s eligibility for free and reduced-price meals.

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Special Circumstances

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How to Apply

Verification

Right to Appeal

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FOOD SERVICE STAFF

Angela L. Torres, SNS Director of Food and Nutrition Services 386-437-7526 Ext. 1117.

[email protected]

Annette Russell, Food Service Specialist 386-437-7526 Ext. 1302 [email protected]

Josephine Thomason, MS, RD Food Service Specialist 386-437-7526 Ext. 1304

[email protected]

Amy Holstein, Food Service Specialist 386-437-7526 Ext. 1305 [email protected]

Judy Gallo, Area Manager 386-437-7526 Ext. 1306

[email protected]

Tina Piasecki, Bookkeeper 386-437-7526 ext. 1303 [email protected]

Erin Arnette, Marketing/PR/Social Media 386-437-7526 ext. 1308

[email protected]

Andrea Sweeney, Food Service Receptionist 386-437-7526 Ext. 1307

[email protected]

School Site Managers

Jill Bisiada BTMS – Eagle Express Café 386-446-6712 & WES – Panther Cafe 386-446-6721

[email protected]

Rosa Baldwin OKES –Proud Owl Café 386-517-2061

[email protected]

Debbie Vieira FPCHS – Dawg House Café,

& Phoenix Academy 386-437-7548 [email protected]

Ursula Carroll

BES – Bull Pup Cafe 386-437-7378 [email protected]

Annette Davenport

ITMS – Mustang Café 386-446-7673 [email protected]

Graciela Butarelli, MHS – Pirate’s Cove Café 386-446-7699

[email protected]

Linda Mayer BTES – Bobcat Cafe 386-446-6708

[email protected]

Robin Alverson RES – Roadrunner Café 386-206-4624

[email protected]

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Flagler Technical Institute and Adult Education

Flagler Technical Institute (FTI) and Adult and Community Education offer a wide variety of classes and programs to the community. Everything from career training and certificate programs, Adult High School, GED Preparation, English for Speakers of Other Languages, Adults with Disabilities, children’s programs, and hundreds of non-credit Community Education courses that enrich the lives of the citizens of Flagler County and surrounding areas by providing learning and socialization opportunities for people of all ages. A schedule of classes is published in the local newspapers and posted online at http://FTI.flaglerschools.com . Career and Technical Education Flagler Technical Institute provides excellence in workforce education. With the growing number of professions requiring occupational certification and the large number of job applicants vying for the same job, having occupational certifications stands out on every job application. FTI delivers training that includes classroom instruction and hands-on practical application that will prepare you for some of the highly desirable jobs in today’s ever changing global marketplace. Career and technical education provides the learning environment and experiences you need to achieve success. Check out the programs currently available for Career and Technical Education at our website http://FTI.flaglerschools.com . Make yourself marketable! Choose a new career and start preparing for your future! Call 386-447-4345 for an intake appointment and get started toward your new career. Flagler Technical Institute is your hometown source for career and technical education in Flagler County. FTI is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. Financial Aid is available for eligible programs/students. FTI’s main campus is located at 5400 E. Hwy 100, Palm Coast FL 32164; Main Office Phone: (386) 447-4345, Main Office Fax: (386) 437-7449.

Adult General Education Adult Education provides programs in Adult High School, Adult Basic Education (ABE), GED® High School Equivalency preparation, and English for Speakers of other Languages (ESOL). Classes are available at Flagler Technical Institute main campus and online. The New Beginnings Family Literacy Program assists eligible students with continuing their education, while providing free child care. A Career Specialist assists students with education and career planning, and transitioning to post-secondary education. For information on these programs, call 386-447-4345.

Adults with Disabilities Programs for adults with disabilities provide educational opportunities to assist disabled adults with reaching and/or maintaining levels of independence, productivity and social integration. Step Up, a Sheltered Workshop, provides vocational training and work opportunities for disabled adults. For information about Step Up, contact 386-446-6740. The Adult Activities Center provides activities, learning opportunities and social interaction for disabled adults and respite for their caregivers. Long-term care insurance accepted. To find out more about the Adult Activities Center, contact 386-446-6744.

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Extended Day Program A high quality before and after school program, that is educational and fun for students, is provided during the school year. Children participate in exciting indoor and outdoor activities, as well as homework time. The program assures parents that their children are safe and supervised before and after school hours. This program is available at Bunnell Elementary School, Belle Terre Elementary School, Old Kings Elementary School, Rymfire Elementary School, and Wadsworth Elementary School. Summer Camp A safe and fun summer camp, with swimming, sports, activities and field trips, is available each year on one of the school campuses for children in grades K-8 -- the older student’s (Grades 4 – 8) will have an opportunity to participate in the STEM club and Cosmetology club. If you have any questions, or would like additional information and program hours, please call 447-4345. 21st Century Community Learning Center FTI operates 21st Century Community Learning Center after school and summer programs at Bunnell Elementary, Rymfire Elementary, and Wadsworth Elementary. 21st CCLC is a program that supports students identified as having academic needs by extending their learning with new and unique learning opportunities at their school. Additionally there are health and wellness activities, cultural enrichment, and parent activities.

Do you want to be successful in high school and beyond? Then you may want to check out the two JROTC programs available at both Flagler Palm Coast and Matanzas High Schools while you are currently enrolled as a student in the Flagler County School District. But, what exactly is the JROTC (Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps) program?

Air Force and Army JROTC

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2015-2016 VPK – Fact Sheet

• Voluntary Pre-K for the 2015/16 school year will be available at all Flagler County Elementary Schools for any child who is 4 years of age on or before September 1, 2015. The State of Florida provides 540 hours of instruction, which is free to the parent. If the child doesn’t attend the school year program, the 300-hour summer program will be available during the summer of 2016. Parents can choose either the school year program or the summer program.

• VPK days will follow the FCSB calendar. All VPK classes will be the first 3 hours of the school day.

Afternoon classes will be made available when AM classes are full if room space is available.

• Additional Instructional hours (wrap around care after VPK) will be available for a fee of $65.00 per week. Before and after school times, 6:45 am-6:00 pm, will coincide with K-6 extended day times. Students coming to school before school starts will enter through the cafeteria at Extended Day. VPK teachers will be on duty beginning at 7:00 am. When the bell rings, students will be walked to class. Students coming to school at regular start time will be dropped off at each school’s car rider line. A VPK teacher will be there to meet the students and walk them to class. Mid-day dismissal is for VPK only kids (3 hours). School day dismissal is for those students staying for wrap around until the school day is over. These students will follow each school’s car rider procedure. Extended day dismissal is for students staying beyond the regular school day. These students will be brought to the cafeteria by their VPK teacher and supervised until 5:30 pm by their VPK teacher.

• School Readiness funds from the Early Learning Coalition of Flagler and Volusia (ELCFV) are

available to parents to assist with the cost of additional instructional hours. Visit www.elcfv.org to apply or call 386-323-2400 to schedule an appointment.

• Parents MUST get their child’s Certificate of Eligibility (COE) from the Early Learning Coalition of

Flagler and Volusia (ELCFV). Visit www.elcfv.org or call 386-323-2400 to reach the ELCFV.

• Students will attend their home-zoned school. School choice is available. Approval guidelines will follow FCSB policy.

• Transportation will be the responsibility of parents.

• Free breakfast is available to all students and free/reduced lunch is available for eligible students that

attend for wrap around.

• 4 yr. old PreK ESE students will also attend their home-zoned school. PreK ESE students that qualify for the full-day program will NOT need a COE to attend.

• VPK students will follow each schools’ uniform colors and FCSB uniform policy.

• For more information, visit http://flaglerschools.com/district/curriculum-and-

instruction/voluntary-pre-k or call Abra Seay at 437-7526 ext. 4071 Updated 6/12/15

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Exceptional Student Education Exceptional Student Education Exceptional Student Education (ESE) programs and related services address the unique needs of students with disabilities and students identified as gifted. Exceptional student education programs and services are designed to assist students in reaching goals identified in their Individual Education Plan (IEP) if classified with a disability, or Educational Plan (EP) if classified as gifted. To the extent appropriate, ESE students are included in general education classes and participate in district and state assessment as documented in their education plan. The school district uses research-based curricula and behavioral approaches that exemplify best practices in the field. Referral and Intervention If your child is experiencing academic or behavioral difficulties in the school setting, a Targeted Problem Solving Team (TPST) meeting may be convened to discuss possible interventions and strategies. Any reports that you may have from your child’s doctor or therapist should be provided to assist the team with the process of implementing appropriate intervention strategies. Except for Gifted and Hospital Homebound, the school is required to collect data and document, over a period of time, the student’s response to interventions that specifically address any concerns. Individual Evaluation If individually developed and carefully implemented interventions are not successful, a student may be considered for eligibility under exceptional student education. If you disagree with the results of the school’s evaluation, you may request an independent educational evaluation be completed, or you may present your own evaluation results for consideration. Eligibility Determination After evaluation data has been completed, a meeting must be held to determine if your child meets eligibility according to state guidelines. You will be invited to participate in the staffing committee review. The committee will review all documentation to determine if your child qualifies for special education services. The committee will develop an Individual Education Plan (IEP) or Education Plan (EP) for your child. Parents are integral members of the eligibility team. A child cannot receive Exceptional Student Education (ESE) services until the parent has given written consent for an Exceptional Student Education (ESE) placement. ESE Services After working collaboratively to determine eligibility, the student’s present levels of performance are reviewed and then utilized to develop individualized goals and objectives for the student. The Individual Education Plan (IEP) team (including parents) determines the type and frequency of Exceptional Student Education (ESE) services and support that the child requires to meet their unique needs. A Continuum of Exceptional Student Education (ESE) services may be considered by the Individual Education Plan (IEP) team, including but not limited to:

• Support from an Exceptional Student Education (ESE) teacher to the student’s general education teacher to provide appropriate accommodations.

• Direct instruction from an Exceptional Student Education (ESE) teacher in a special education classroom.

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Accommodations/Modifications Many students with disabilities need only small changes in the way they are instructed and assessed to be able to participate and be successful in general education classes. If your child is not making gains in the general education setting, the IEP team may recommend curriculum accommodations or modifications based on the student’s disability. Modifications may be made to the curriculum to reduce the difficulty of a student’s workload. Diploma Options No later than the student’s eighth-grade year or the year in which the student turns 14, a diploma option decision is made by the IEP team. Diploma options include: • A Standard diploma for students who successfully complete a specified number of course credits, maintain a grade point average of 2.0 and successfully perform on the FCAT. Students receiving services in Exceptional Education may utilize accommodations, related services, therapies and other supports to facilitate their success. In order for students to graduate with a standard diploma, students must meet the criteria mandated by the Florida Department of Education’s (FLDOE) Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) & Florida End-of-Course Assessments (EOC), as outlined at http://fcat.fldoe.org/ • A Certificate of Completion for students unable to meet graduation requirements for a diploma. A certificate of completion is not a diploma. It certifies that a student attended high school but did not meet all graduation requirements for a diploma. Annual Review The IEP team meets to discuss the student’s progress at least once every 12 months. Parents, teachers, and other team members may ask for an IEP meeting at any other time if the team needs to discuss the student’s changing needs. For those students receiving gifted services, EPs are usually reviewed when a student moves from elementary to middle school and from middle to high school. The McKay Scholarship The McKay Scholarship allows students to attend non-public schools when they meet specific criteria. Further information is obtained from the Florida Department of Education School Choice Office at www.floridaschoolchoice.org. Application of the McKay scholarship for use within district shall follow the same guidelines as Flagler County school district’s open enrollment period. Additional information may be obtained from the

Additional Information You may obtain additional information about Exceptional Student Education Programs and Services from:

• Your child’s school guidance office. • District Exceptional Student Education office, 386-586-2395. • Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System (FDLRS), 1-800-227-6036. • Bureau of Instructional Support and Community Services, 1-850-245-0475, or www.fldoe.org/ese . • Flagler County Public Schools: www.flaglerschools.com . • Exceptional Student Education department, (386) 586-2395.

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Does your child need tutoring?

Flagler County Public Schools’ Exceptional Student Education Department is pleased to announce the continuation of the BrainChild After-School Tutoring Club for the 2015-2016 school year. A student receiving Exceptional Student Education Services within the Flagler County Public School District is now eligible to receive FREE after-school tutoring from a trained high-school peer tutor. BrainChild is the unified inspiration of Flagler Palm Coast High School’s Future Problem Solving Team Members and the Flagler County Schools’ Exceptional Education Department. To enroll your child in this phenomenal club or to receive additional information about becoming a tutor for the program, contact Sue McVeigh, ESE Parent Specialist, Flagler County Public Schools: 386-586-2395 ext. 2105: or email [email protected]. Tutoring is housed at the Government Services Building, 1769 East Moody Blvd., Building #2, from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays.

Section 504

Code of Student Conduct

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School Times

Attendance Counts

School Times High Schools 8:00 am – 2:00 pm I3 Academy 8:00 am – 2:00 pm

Middle Schools 7:25 am – 1:25 pm STEM Academy 8:00 am – 3:15 pm

Wadsworth Elementary School 8:45 am – 3:15 pm Bunnell Elementary School 8:50 am – 3:20 pm

Belle Terre Elementary School 8:50 am – 3:20 pm Old Kings Elementary School 9:00 am – 3:30 pm Rymfire Elementary School 9:00 am – 3:30 pm

Alternative School 9:30 am – 3:00 pm Imagine School Town Center 8:25 am - 3:15 pm

Palm Harbor Academy 8:30 am – 3:30 pm

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Guidance

Student Health Services

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Assessment and Accountability

The Office of Assessment and Accountability is responsible for administering assessments to all students in the district. It is the responsibility of the office to maintain security in regard to the test materials and train school coordinators in testing administration. In addition to administering tests the office synthesizes and reports longitudinal data and demographic data for the schools and the district. This information can be accessed at: http://flaglerschools.com/district-data . District Assessment The Florida Standards Assessment (FSA) is given annually to all students in Grades 3-10 for English & Language Arts and Grades 3-8 for Mathematics. The Florida Comprehensive Assessment (FCAT) Science is administered to students in Grades 5 and 8. As of 2010-2011, the statewide assessment program began a phase of transitioning to incorporate more computer-based assessments. The proposed schedule for this transition is posted at http://old.flaglerschools.com/sites/default/files/2014-2018_fdoe_transition_to_computer_based_testing_schedule.pdf under the section titled “Computer Based Testing”. Florida Statute 1008.22 (6) specifies that participation in the testing program is mandatory for all students attending public school. Florida Standards Assessment (FSA) In 2014-15, the state of Florida began implementing new standards (Florida Standards) in Mathematics as well as English & Language Arts (ELA). During that school year, a new “FSA” version of assessments (Florida Standards Assessments) were given in Math (grades 3-8), Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II. There were also new “FSA” versions of ELA assessments given in grades 3-10 which incorporated writing standards/requirements into the assessment. More information can be obtained via http://www.fsassessments.org/ . Sample assessment items are also available on this website. The results of these exams were required to have a “validation study” performed and completed by September 1, 2015. It is expected that these exams will also be in place as the official state assessment for the aforementioned areas for the 2015-16 school year. FCAT The FCAT is a criterion reference test that measures progress on the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards for Science in grades 5 & 8, Middle School Civics, High School Biology, and High School U.S. History. To find information on the specific standards, please visit: http://www.cpalms.org/Public/search/Standard The FCAT Test Item Specifications describe the test items in the FCAT assessments. These are guidelines for item writers and reviewers but are also a source of information for the general public, refer to: http://fcat.fldoe.org/fcatis01.asp. The FDOE Content Focus Reports are also another useful source of information for identifying specific content that students should be prepared for on FCAT & EOC exams. These reports are available at: http://fcat.fldoe.org/fcat2/contentfocus20.asp as well as http://www.fldoe.org/accountability/assessments/k-12-student-assessment/history-of-fls-statewide-assessment/fcat-2-0/content-focus-reports.stml

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FSA/FCAT: What do the Results Mean? FSA Results: Achievement levels are being proposed during the standards setting committee process that will be happening in the Fall of 2015. However, the state is communicating that achievement levels will be similar to FCAT Achievement Levels described below. FCAT Results: Each year parents will receive a detailed report of their child’s progress on FCAT. There are five levels reported for FCAT Reading Retakes, Science, Civics, U.S. History, & Biology. Level 5 This student has success with the most challenging content of the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards. A student scoring in Level 5 answers most of the test questions correctly, including the most challenging questions. Level 4 The student has success with the challenging content of the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards. A student scoring in Level 4 answers most of the test questions correctly, but ay have only some success with questions that reflect the most challenging content. Level 3 This student has partial success with the challenging content of the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards, but performance is inconsistent. A student scoring in Level 3 answers many of the test questions correctly but is generally less successful with questions that are the most challenging. Level 2 This student has limited success with the challenging content of the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards. Level 1 This student has little success with the challenging content of the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards. FSA/FCAT itself does not determine promotion or retention in grades 4-9. In Grade 3 ELA, students scoring at Level 1 must be retained. These students are provided the opportunity to attend a summer reading camp when the results are released. At the end of the camp the students are assessed using a Standardized Test, (currently the Stanford Ten). Students who meet the passing criteria are then promoted to 4th grade. There are also “good cause exemptions” for students with disabilities. Students in Grade 10 must pass the FSA Grade 10 ELA exam to receive a Standard diploma. Any students who enter 9th grade in the Fall of 2011 or thereafter must also pass the Algebra I End of Course exam to receive a Standard diploma. Any students who enter grade 9 in the Fall of 2013 or thereafter must choose a specific diploma (Standard, Scholar, or Merit) and take specific EOC exams to earn their respective diploma. For more detailed information on these scholarship pathways and testing requirements, reference the link: http://www.fldoe.org/academics/graduation-requirements

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2015-2016 School District Assessment Calendar

Other Assessments Currently Students in Grade 1 and 2 students take a Norm-Referenced Standardized Test (Stanford 10/SAT10). This assessment will inform the parent of how the student did compared to students of the same grade throughout the United States. These results alone do not determine retention or promotion. The results are used by school administrators and staff as an additional indicator of the student’s knowledge in the subject area. For additional information on assessment in Flagler County, please access: http://flaglerschools.com/district/assessment-and-accountability

The following are links to the district assessment calendars: 2015-2016 Elementary School Assessments Calendar: http://flaglerschools.com/sites/default/files/attachments/1239/201516flaglercountyassessmentcalendarelementary2pagessimple.pdf 2015-2016 Middle School Assessments Calendar: http://flaglerschools.com/sites/default/files/attachments/1239/20152016flaglercountyassessmentcalendarmsonly2pages.pdf 2015-2016 High School Assessments Calendar: http://flaglerschools.com/sites/default/files/attachments/1239/20152016flaglercountyassessmentcalendarhighschool3pages.pdf

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Florida Statewide Assessment Program 2015-16 Schedule

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Family and Community Involvement

Volunteers and Mentors Get Engaged in Education!

Mentoring Programs

African American Mentoring Program

The African America Mentoring Program was established in 2004 to provide a mentor for “at-‐risk” minority boys in middle and high school. Since then, the program has expanded to serve boys and girls in elementary, middle, and high school.

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Take Stock in Children This is a program sponsored by the Flagler County Education Foundation, a direct support organization committed to generating financial support to enhance the educational programs benefiting our school district. Take Stock in Children students are matched with a caring adult mentor who meets with the student at his or her school once a week for one hour per week. Students must qualify and are selected through an application process normally during 7th grade. Upon graduating, each student who has fulfilled the contract requirements is awarded a full college scholarship sponsored with donations and matched and matriculated over time by the Florida Prepaid Foundation.

ReadingPals Mentor Program

School Advisory Council (SAC)

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Get Involved In PTA

Virtual Instruction

A District Virtual Instruction Program (VIP) is available to K-12 students

Grades K-6:

K-12 Online Educational Products, now known as Fuel Education, provides instruction for students in grades K-6. For more information, visitwww.nefec.org/virtual.

Full-time enrollment for the 2015-16 school year is open from April 24th until July 24th. A parent must be present during each school day to work with the student as a learning coach.

Part-Time enrollment is also available for the 2015-16 school year. Students who wish to register for part-time K-6 courses need to meet with their school guidance counselor.

Grades 7-12:

The district VIP for students in grades 7-12 is iFlagler, a franchise of Florida Virtual School (FLVS). iFlagler uses the same courses as FLVS, but with local teachers who are employed by Flagler County Public Schools. For more information click on the iFlagler link above. To enroll please call the district VIP office at 437-7526, ext. 3118 or 3128.

Part time students who wish to register for part-time iFlagler courses need to meet with their school guidance counselor.

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Flagler County Health Department

Flagler County Health Department 301 Dr. Carter Boulevard • Bunnell, FL 32110 Immunizations:

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Other Resources Department of Health Flagler County call 386-437-7350 ext. 2211 or 2213

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Dear Parent,

Meningitis: is a disease caused by the inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord known as the meninges. The inflammation is usually caused by an infection of the fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord. This infection can lead to brain damage, hearing loss, learning difficulties, and even death. Although anyone can get meningitis, pre-teens, adolescents and college freshman are at increased risk because protection from childhood vaccines can begin to wear off. Transmission: It can be spread by close contact with respiratory secretions of an infected person (i.e. coughing, kissing, sneezing, and sharing drinking glasses, cigarettes, or utensils). If you have close contact with a person who has viral meningitis, you may become infected with the virus that made that person sick. Symptoms: Of meningitis can appear quickly or over several days. Typically they develop within 2-10 days after exposure. Meningitis infection may show up in a person by a sudden onset of fever, headache, and stiff neck. It will often have other symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, increased sensitivity to light (photophobia), and altered mental status (confusion).

Later symptoms of bacterial meningitis can be very severe (e.g., seizures, coma). For this reason, anyone who thinks they may have meningitis should see a doctor as soon as possible.

Prevention: The most effective way to protect you and your child against certain types of meningitis is to complete the recommended vaccine schedule. The vaccine is recommended for all persons aged 11-18 years old and for certain high-risk children and adults. If you need the meningitis vaccine for your child, please contact your child’s doctor or the Florida Department of Health, Flagler County (386)437-7350 ext. 2244.

Sincerely,

Florida Department of Health, Flagler County 301 Dr. Carter Blvd Bunnell, FL 32110 2015-‐2016 School Year

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Sample Elementary Report Card

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Sample Middle School Report Card

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Sample High School Report Card

2015-2016 parent guide

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