Student Handbook. Y-Online Grade Reporting

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1 Student Handbook Y-Online Grade Reporting Students will receive a report card four times a year. They will be available at Parent/Teacher Conferences (dates/times listed below). not picked up will be mailed to students homes addressed to parent/guardian Y O U N G S T O W N C I T Y S C H O O L S V I R T U A L A C A D E M Y Nov 2 Period 1 Feb 1 not picked up Nov.13 & 14 Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:00-6:00 p.m. Mar 28 Period 3 Nov. 15 not picked up Apr 12 Jan 18 Period 2 Jun 6 Period 4 Jan 30 & 31 Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:00-6:00 p.m. Jun 14 Located at: Choffin Career and Technical Center 200 East Wood Street Youngstown, OH Youngstown City School District Board Members Lock P. Beachum Sr., President Andrea Mahone, Vice President Richard Atkinson Marcia Haire-Ellis Brenda Kimble Michael Murphy Connie Hathorn, Ph. D. Superintendent Joseph Meranto Director, Choffin Career and Technical Center Y-Online is a web based academic program designed to meet individual student needs by providing academic flexibility for a variety of learning styles. Please keep this booklet for future reference 12

2 Y O U N G S T O W N C I T Y S C H O O L S V I R T U A L A C A D E M Y Our Mission Is to provide a curriculum aligned with the Ohio Common Core Academic Content Standards and to support students choosing to complete their High School requirements in a computer based learning environment. Registration/Application Youngstown City Schools will begin accepting applications for the Y-Online program on August 1, The application consists of : Y-Online Application YCS Registration Form/Emergency Contact Sheet Choffin Career and Technical Center Application (if applicable) Latest transcripts and grades for 9th graders If you have never been a Youngstown City School student before, you will also need to provide the following documents: Health/Shot records Birth Certificate Parent/Guardian Photo ID Custody Papers (if necessary) 2 Y-Online Contacts Y-Online is located at Choffin Career and Technical Center, 200 East Wood Street, Youngstown, OH Administrator: Jennifer Damico Secretary: Teri Giles ext Guidance Counselor: Natalie Scott This booklet was created by Jennifer Damico and Teri Giles Proof of Residency Orientation All students will be required to attend an orientation at Choffin Career and Technical Center in room 214, the Y-Online Lab. Dates will be determined by the online instructor. Change of Address/Phone Number Please report any change of name, address or telephone number to the Y-Online Virtual Academy Office at as soon as possible. Emergency situations sometimes occur which necessitates parents or guardians being reached, and it is essential that pertinent information be on file. 11

3 Graduation Requirements Worksheet OHIO GRADUATION TEST Y O U N G S T O W N C I T Y S C H O O L S V I R T U A L A C A D E M Y Subject Date Passed Subject Date Passed Writing Reading Math Science Soc. Stud. SUBJECTS Subject Year Passed/Cr Subject Year Passed/Cr English I English II English III English IV Health PE I PE II Math I Math II Math III Math IV Science I Science II Science III Program Overview Y-Online utilizes the PLATO Learning Program to provide a rigorous, whole-course solution for granting credit in an online alternative learning environment. These self-paced courses allow students to complete courses, recover credits, accrue credits and progress to graduation. Aligned to national standards with state standards coverage reports available, PLATO courses provide engaging instruction that matches the rigor of traditional classroom instruction. Y-Online in conjunction with PLATO Learning offers: A self-pacing structure that allows students to skip content they already know as identified by a Preassessment Features that support different learning modules, different reading levels, and provide an engaging and focused structure to keep students on track Real world examples illustrating key points Easy-to-follow sequences summarizing key points Soc. Stud. Soc. Stud. Soc. Stud. Soc. Stud. Formatting and navigation features that enable student-directed learning PLATO coursework, including unit pre-tests, module mastery tests, unit post-tests, and an end of year/semester cumulative test Supplemental, standards-aligned online and offline activities designed to provide reinforcement and review as an extension of the course material 10 3

4 Y-Online Goals Grading Scale Offer a non-traditional learning environment to students that is in line with Youngstown City School District s Mission and Vision Provide students who desire a non-traditional learning environment with the opportunities to acquire the education necessary to earn a diploma from Youngstown City School District % A 85-91% B 74-84% C 65-73% D 64 and below F Promotion and Classification Establish individualized learning plans for participating students that are consistent with the Ohio Academic Standards and the graduation requirements of the Youngstown City School District 9th Grade: Less than 5 1/4 credits 10th Grade: 5 1/4 credits (must have passed 9th grade English and Math, plus 9th grade Science or Social Studies) 11th Grade: 10 1/2 credits 12th grade: 16 credits Provide students with a sense of ownership and responsibility for their academics Graduation Requirements SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION (20 credits) Transportation 4 WRTA bus passes are available to Y-Online students for transportation to and from Choffin C & TC upon request. English Social Studies Mathematics Science Health/Physical Education Electives 4 credits 3 credits 4 credits 3 credits 1 credit 5 credits Y-Online students completing Youngstown City Schools graduation requirements on time are permitted to participate in commencement with East High School. 9

5 Cheating/Plagiarism 8 Cheating Webster s Dictionary defines cheating as to influence or lead by deceit; to practice fraud or trickery; to violate rules dishonestly. Students earn grades through completion of their own homework, tests, projects, papers, etc. In order to present an accurate reflection of what they have accomplished, students must complete their own work. Students who take other s work and use it as their own or give their own work to another student are considered cheating. The consequences for cheating include a failing grade and disciplinary action, such as removal from the program. Plagiarism Webster s Dictionary defines plagiarism as the act of stealing and passing off ideas or words of another as one s own use without crediting the source; to commit literary theft. Students who plagiarize will not receive full credit for the assignment/test/project/work and may receive a zero on the assignment depending upon the quantity of material plagiarized. If the situation is serious enough, as assessed by the Y-Online Administrator, additional disciplinary action may be applied which may include, but not be limited to immediate removal from the class and a grade of F recorded on the student s transcript. Proven cases of cheating/plagiarism in the same course of study on or after the second time will result in a failing grade for the marking period in the course. Cheating or plagiarism involving more than one course will also be considered repetitive, and may result in failing grades or removal from the program. Continuation in Program Students work in the Y-Online program will be closely monitored by an instructor. Students showing success and the ability to progress in the program will be encouraged to continue, if they so choose. Students that struggle to complete work or fail to log into Plato for (5) consecutive days will be given a written warning. Failure to comply to the student expectations, listed on page 6, will result in removal from the program and possible withdrawal from Youngstown City Schools. Options Option 2 Full Time Virtual Learning with a career technical component (grades 11 and 12 only) Students attend Choffin C & TC for a two and a half hours per day for one of the many career and technical courses offered. More information on these courses can be found in the Choffin C & TC brochure. **A separate application must be completed for the Choffin courses if selecting this option. Attendance to the career tech class is a requirement. Excessive absences can lead to removal from the program. Students are also required to attend Y-Online Computer Lab a minimum of two hours a week. Option 3 Full Time Virtual Learning grades 9-12 Option 1 Full Time Virtual Learning grades 9-12 Students attend Y-Online Computer Lab full time with a minimum of three hours a day Monday- Friday Students are required to attend Y-Online Computer Lab a minimum of two hours a week. This option requires Y-Online administrator approval. Option 3 is designed for students demonstrating the discipline to advance in the virtual environment. 5

6 Student Expectations Special Education Self-discipline: Students will need to exhibit selfdiscipline and the ability to work independently. All students must have a strong determination for academic success. Attendance: In order to be successful, students should work for a minimum of 4 hours a day. These do not have to be consecutive hours. Students are required to log on a minimum of 20 hours a week. Failure to work for 20 hours a week will result in a written warning. **Students choosing Option 2 are required to attend the career tech program EVERY DAY! Communication: Students will have the opportunity to instructors through their Plato account Special Education services are available to students who have been identified by an Individualized Education Program (IEP) Team. Special Education services are provided according to the primary educational needs of the child. Support is provided for students who need primary assistance with the acquisition of academic skills. However, other related services are available to the child to enhance participation in or access to his or her program of special education. The Youngstown City School District s Special Education Department can offer further assistance in this area. Course Schedule: Students must work to complete all subject areas assigned (class schedule). Failure to complete or work in a subject area will result in an F for the course. Parent/Guardian Expectations Parent/Guardian support is essential to the success of students utilizing the Y-Online program. Please make every effort to attend the scheduled Parent-Teacher Conferences Parent-Teacher Conferences will take place at Choffin C & TC on: November (3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.) January (3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.) OGT (Ohio Graduation Test) All students in Grade 10 or above MUST take the Ohio Graduation Test. OGT Test Dates: October 22-November 2, 2012 (Grades 11 and 12) March 11-22, 2013 (Grade 10 and above) June 17-28, 2013 (intervention required) The Y-Online computer lab will be closed during the weeks that the OGT is administered. 6 Parents may contact the Y-Online staff anytime to express concerns. Students who do not take the OGT WILL be withdrawn from Y-Online 7