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Horizon Academyat Marion Oaks
Meet and Greet
Home of the Horizon Hawks
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Vision StatementGood is not enough, when better is possible.
Mission Statement
Empower all students with the knowledge, skills, compassion, and integrity needed to contribute and succeed as self-
directed, life-long learners in a competitive global community.
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Horizon StaffPrincipal
Troy Sanford
Assistant Principal Scott Borth
Assistant Principal Paige Zadnik
5th and 6th Grades Dee Holcomb, Guidance Counselor
Suzanne Hickman, Dean
7th and 8th Grades Nanette Cintron, Guidance Counselor
Susan Consider, Dean
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SchoolPolicies
Good is not enough, when better is
possible.
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Planners
School TimesCampus opens for breakfast at 7:30 am
Classes begin at 7:55 am and end at 2:20 pm
Every student will receive a planner on the first day.
Planners will be used every day in every class.
Check your child’s planner daily.
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BottomsNavy, black, or khaki/tanIf the bottoms have belt loops, a belt must be worn.Must be straight-leggedAll bottoms secured at the waist
TopsNavy, black, yellow, gold, whiteMust have sleeves and a collarMust be tucked in and buttoned, with the exception of one or two buttons
Logo may not be any larger than 2 x 2 inches
Review the Horizon Academy Dress Code Policy and Presentation on the home page of the school website
and in the Student Planner.
Dress Code
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Shoes Gym shoes must be secured with laces or Velcro and must completely cover toes and heel. Gym shoes are not to exceed 2 inches past the ankle or reach the bottom of the calf muscle. High-top basketball shoes are acceptable.
BeltsA belt is required if the garment has belt loops. Belts are to be solid black, navy blue, khaki, tan, or brown.
Hair ColorMust be within the natural hair color spectrum.
Review the Horizon Academy Dress Code Policy and Presentation on the home page of the school website.
Dress Code
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PE Uniform All middle school students are required to dress out for PE.
PE uniform consists of shorts, T-shirt, tennis shoes.
Tops: Navy, Black, Yellow, Gold, White Tops must be solid-colored T-shirt with sleeves.
Bottoms: Navy, Black, or Khaki/Tan Bottoms must be solid-colored athletic shorts secured
around the waist and are to be mid-thigh or longer.
Gym Shoes Gym shoes must be secured with laces or Velcro and
must completely cover toes and heel. Gym shoes are not to exceed 2 inches past the ankle or reach the bottom of the calf muscle. High-top basketball shoes are acceptable.
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Uniform Dress Code
Exchange
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Uniform Dress Code
ExchangeDonate clothing items to exchange for the same number of items, as supplies permit.
Donated items must meet the Horizon Academy dress code.
Donated items should be clean and in good condition.
Items are being collected today and items can be donated or redeemed at any time.
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Parent Resources
Good is not enough, when better is
possible.
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Parent Portal Site Access your child’s grades and attendance
for all courses, as well as FCAT scores
Register today with photo ID
Parent Resource Center Access to reading material and educational
games
Located in the Media Center
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News StoriesNewsletterCalendarTeacher Web PagesMedia Center InformationResearch SourcesInstructional Focus CalendarsFCAT ExplorerSchool Menu and Meal Pay InformationCampus pictures
Horizon Websitewww.myhorizonacademy.org
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Join Our Email List!
Go to the webpage to sign up to receive grade-level and school information
by email
Horizon Websitewww.myhorizonacademy.org
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School Advisory CouncilAll parents/guardians are encouraged to participate
The SAC is required by the legislature at all schools and oversees some funds
Meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at 5:00 pm in the Media Center
Sign up today in the cafeteria.
First meeting is Tuesday, September 10th
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Parent Teacher Organization
All parents/guardians are encouraged to participate
The PTO supports the school through fundraising and volunteering
Meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at 6:00 pm in the Media Center
Contact Yadira Thompson, president, for more information at [email protected].
First meeting is Tuesday, September 10th
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Student Services
Good is not enough, when better is
possible.
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The Horizon Big 3
Do what’s right.
Do your best.
Treat others the way you want to be treated!
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PBS(Positive Behavior
Support)Campus-wide program to teach students to follow the Hawk Expectations.
Program to recognize students for making good choices!
Students receive Hawk Eyes for being “spied” doing the right thing.
Students can redeem the Hawk Eyes for various activities and items.
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PBS(Positive Behavior
Support)Assembly on the first day of schoolLearn about The Big 3Learn about Horizon AcademyLearn about PBS
It’s a . . . Hawk Hangout!Students who earned a certain number of Hawk
Eyes will be able to attend a fun activity during school.
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• Taught during PE class for middle school and by the teacher for 5th grade
• All grade levels cover the themes of:
• Empathy and Communication
• Bullying Prevention
• Emotion Management
• Coping with Stress
• Problem Solving, Decision Making
• Substance Abuse Prevention
Second StepCharacter Development
Curriculum
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Student Activitiesand Resources
Good is not enough, when better is
possible.
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Clubs and Sports
All students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities.
Available after-school activities include:BandChorusDazzler Dance TeamPom Pom Squad
Available sports include: Cross CountryTrack and FieldBasketballVolleyball
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After-School Tutoring
21st Century Grant Program
An after-school academic and enrichment program for Horizon Academy students.
Mondays through Thursdays from 2:20 pm to 5:00 pm.
Transportation provided.
Students must sign up to participate and may be placed on a waiting list once the program is full.
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First Day of School
Good is not enough, when better is
possible.
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Arrival ProceduresCafeteria Open – 7:30 am
First Bell – 7:50 am
Tardy Bell – 7:55 am
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Dismissal ProceduresFirst Bell – 2:20 pm
5th and 6th Grades, ESE
Second Bell – 2:25 pm7th and 8th Grades
Special Area classes and Reading classes
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Dismissal ProceduresCar Line
RIGHT LANE: 5th and 6th Grades ESE
LEFT LANE: 7th and 8th Grades Special Area classes
Reading classes
LEFT LANE: Mixed grade levels (Ex: 5th and 7th grades)
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First Day Packet
Insurance FormEmergency Medical Form
Code of Conduct Title I/School Compact
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Meet and GreetOpportunities
Good is not enough, when better is
possible.
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Pick up your child's class schedule, FCAT scores, 2011-2012 report card (Cafeteria)
Fill out online lunch applications (Cafeteria)
Car Rider Sign (Cafeteria)
Extended Day Sign Up (Cafeteria)
Visit the School Advisory Council (SAC) and Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) (Cafeteria)
Sign up for the Parent Portal (Media Center)
Obtain a bus schedule (Media Center)
Participate in the Dress Code Exchange Program (Media Center)
Tour the campus and visit your child’s teachers
As you visit today…