North Star Online School Enrollment Application Grades Hunter Lake Drive Reno, Nevada (775)

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1 North Star Online School Enrollment Application Grades Hunter Lake Drive Reno, Nevada (775) Use this checklist to ensure that everything is included and the application is complete: Application Completion Checklist: Completed Application o Essay o Recommendations o Signed Student Success Statement o Signed Student/Parent Contract o Readiness Criteria Checklist o Release of records form (if applicable) Unofficial Transcript Attendance Printout for the Current School Year Standardized or Proficiency Test Scores, if available Letter of School District Approval (out of district students only) Attend an information session. Call (775) to set up your appointment. Students who require Special Education services: North Star welcomes students with disabilities! If a student is on an IEP or 504 plan there are several steps for enrollment. The North Star Online School application packet should be completed prior to an IEP or 504 meeting. Students on a 504 plan must first meet with their current Counselor who must contact the North Star Online School Counselor. For student on an IEP, a meeting must be called by the zone Program Consultant (PC) and Special Educations Area Administrator (SEAA) in collaboration with North Star s PC and SEAA. The IEP team will determine the acceptance and placement of students who require special education services and accommodations. This team will consist of the student s zoned school IEP team, the North Star principal or designee, counselor, and special education teacher/program facilitator. The following items will serve as a basis for considering the student s change of placement: North Star Online School readiness criteria Special education adaptations and modifications criteria Student s IEP goals Student s academic level and ability as determined by standardized tests Input from the IEP team

2 Students Living Outside of the Washoe County School District: North Star Online School can accept students from outside of the Washoe County School District (WCSD). All students who live in Nevada are eligible to apply, as well as any students that live in a county in California that is adjacent to Washoe County. Students must submit a letter from their school district board of trustees approving the move and must also receive approval for the out of district variance from WCSD. The out of district variance process, outlined here must be followed, After receiving an out of district variance, the student and family must follow the standard North Star Online School application process, which includes attending an on campus information session. Like all North Star students, out of district students enrolled at North Star are expected to comply with the North Star Student & Parent Contract and Student Success Statement. This includes the school s transportation policy, Students/families are responsible for providing transportation to and from North Star Online School, there is no district sponsored transportation. Students must come to North Star for all mandated testing and when attendance is requested by the teacher.

3 North Star Online School Enrollment Form STATE LAW REQUIRES ENROLLMENT OF STUDENT BY LEGAL NAME STUDENT INFORMATION Please print in all sections STUDENTS Last Name First Name Middle Name Sex Grade Physical Address Apt # City State Zip Home Phone # Mailing Address City State Zip Student Lives With Social Security # (optional) Birth Date Birth City/State Previous/Current School, state and District. Student Student Cell # PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION FATHER S First Name/ Last Name Natural Guardian Foster Have parental rights been revoked? YES NO If yes supply documentation. Physical Address Apt # City State Zip Home Phone # Father s Employer Father s Work Phone # Father s Cell Phone # MOTHER S First Name/ Last Name Natural Guardian Foster Have parental rights been revoked? YES NO If yes supply documentation. Physical Address Apt # City State Zip Home Phone # MOTHER S Employer Mother s Work Phone # Mother s Cell Phone # STEPPARENT (only Legal Stepparent) STEPFATHER S First Name/ Last Name May Student be released to stepfather? YES NO Stepfather s Physical Address Apt # City State Zip Home Phone # Stepfather s Employer Stepfather s Work Phone # Stepfather s Cell Phone # STEPMOTHER S First Name/ Last Name May Student be released to stepmother? YES NO Stepmother s Physical Address Apt # City State Zip Home Phone # STEPMOTHER S Employer Stepmother s Work Phone # Stepmother s Cell Phone # SIBLINGS Sibling Name Siblings School Grade Level Sibling Name Siblings School Grade Level Sibling Name Siblings School Grade Level Sibling Name Siblings School Grade Level EMERGENCY CONTACT (do not list Parent/Guardian/Stepparent) Local Emergency Contact Name Relationship to student Home Phone # Cell Phone # Local Emergency Contact Name Relationship to student Home Phone # Cell Phone # Does your student have designated support: Support (MTSS) IEP 504 English Language Learner (ELL) Multi- Tiered Systems of I hereby certify that all the statements above are true and correct. Student Signature: Date: Parent Signature: Date:

4 PLEASE ENSURE ALL APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS ARE RECEIVED BY: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2015 Applications received after this date will be placed on a waiting list for enrollment and could potentially not be processed until the next semester. All students enrolling after the start of the school semester are required to complete all missing coursework. North Star Online School applications and all supporting materials may be submitted in the following ways. Call North Star at with any questions. Mail to: North Star Online School 350 Hunter Lake Drive Reno, NV Fax to: (775) SECTION TWO: Essay Question Please attach essay to application. In two paragraphs, explain why you want to attend North Star Online School and why you think this school will help you achieve your academic goals. SECTION THREE: Recommendations Recommendations are required to be submitted with your North Star Online School application. These recommendations should be completed by people who currently work with you and who know you well enough to speak to your interests and abilities. Teacher and counselor recommendation forms are included in this application. Recommendations are required as follows: If your GPA is : We require one teacher recommendation; the counselor recommendation is optional. Teacher recommendations must be from core teachers: English, math, science, or social studies. All other 7-12 students: We require one teacher recommendation and one counselor recommendation. Teacher recommendations must be from core teachers: English, math, science, or social studies. PART FOUR: Student Success Statement North Star Online School believes in student success and commits to support our students in every way we can. We also believe that it takes a commitment from both the student and parent(s) to achieve this success. Please sign below that you support this student s interest in attending North Star, and that you have read and understand the following Basic Understandings and enrollment guidelines. In North Star Online School, the following Basic Understandings apply:

5 Minimum Criteria: Acceptance is based on a criteria set by the District. All accepted students are provisionally accepted, dependent upon their final grades, attendance, credit accrual or minimum grade level expectations, state test scores, and behavior. Acceptance basic criteria: 2.0 overall GPA, not credit deficient Meets standards on state test reading and language arts sections Regular school attendance (90%, all reasons included). If for any reason a student does not meet the minimum attendance expectations, please provide written documentation from an appropriate source and a letter of explanation. Demonstrations of student motivation and self-advocacy for learning Note: If for any reason a student does not meet the minimum expectations, please provide written documentation from an appropriate source and a letter of explanation. Attendance is a Privilege: Acceptance is a privilege and is for one semester only. Enrollment will continue from semester to semester provided the student continues to meet the grade, credit, GPA, and WCSD behavior requirements as stated in the guidelines to be accepted. Students not meeting these requirements will be notified of probationary status and subsequent revocation of attendance privileges, if applicable. All Students must log in to all of their classes and complete work and assessments each week during the first four weeks of school to maintain full time status. Students who do not maintain the attendance requirements may be referred back to their zone school. Transportation: Students/families are responsible for providing transportation to and from North Star Online School as there is no District sponsored transportation. Students must come to North Star for all mandated testing and when attendance is requested by the teacher. If concurrently enrolled with their zoned school, students/families are responsible for all transportation to and from their zoned school. Concurrent Enrollment: Students may be concurrently enrolled in 1 to 2 classes in their zone school for a variety of reasons. Many students chose to participate in athletics, music, art, or theatre. Students may take electives at their zoned school not offered at North Star or classes that can provide educational support as needed due to an IEP, 504, or ELL services. Students will be expected to maintain attendance and grades at both schools as required by District policy or state law. Students enrolled at North Star Online School concurrently with their zone school are considered full time North Star students. Graduates will earn their diploma from North Star and will be eligible to participate in the North Star graduation ceremony only, and not that of their zoned school.

6 Athletic Policy: Student athletes attending North Star Online School are able to participate in any sanctioned sport offered at their zoned school. North Star is an NCAA eligible school. Students must abide by the regulations of enrollment which include: Students must maintain full enrollment in the plan of study designated by North Star Online School and the zone school with which they are affiliated. Enrollment will be reevaluated each semester. Student athletic participation in their zone school is limited to the sanctioned sports offered by the zone school. Parent Involvement Policy: Parents are an integral partner in the success of their students. Parents/caregivers are the home coach/educator and should expect to spend time in supporting the student in online learning. Parent involvement time requirements are estimated as: Grades 7-8: One to four hours daily Grades 9-12: Two to four hours weekly Parent involvement on a daily basis, is working with your student to make sure they are completing all scheduled lessons, checking attendance and progress, working with the teachers in classes where your student may be struggling, and regularly communicating with the school. I have read and understand the Student Success Statement. Student Signature: Parent Signature: Date: Date:

7 North Star Online School Student & Parent Contract Students/Parents (Guardians): Must place Academic Success as the number one priority. 1. Students must participate in online Live Lessons, scheduled meetings, conferences, and all district and state testing. 2. Students must maintain academic integrity by adhering to the North Star Online School Academic Honesty policy in the Student Handbook. 3. Parents and students check web mail and grade book daily, as communication is a vital part of our online school education. 4. Students must maintain a minimum of a 2.0 overall GPA and a 2.5 semester GPA with no F's. 5. Students must allocate a minimum of 4-6 hours each day for online schoolwork and study. Are given more freedom and are expected to be responsible, mature, and self-motivated. 1. Initiate a weekly check-in with Advisory Teacher via phone, web mail, or text where applicable. 2. Maintain high speed internet access, computer, functioning headset with microphone, and a printer. Student must have access to working computer for a minimum of 5 hours daily. 3. Must maintain all software updates as required with the program. 4. Must add or drop classes within the District timing guidelines. Must maintain open and frequent communication with North Star Online School. 1. Are required to attend a North Star Orientation Session. 2. Notify North Star Online School within 24 hours of any changes to phone numbers, address, and/or physical address for both parents and students. Are withdrawn from their zoned school and enrolled as full-time students in North Star. High school students will graduate from North Star Online School. Must strictly adhere to all attendance, academic, and disciplinary requirements of Washoe County School District. Students may be asked to return to their zoned school for noncompliance in any area.

8 1. Adhere to the North Star Attendance Policy by making progress in every class each week by completing daily lessons and communicating with teachers. Parents must call when students are not able to comply. It is understood that students not making progress will be required to come to the North Star computer lab to work until caught up on all lessons. 2. Adhere to the WCSD dress code when on campus. 3. Must have parents call, , or fax in an absence excuse on the day of the absence or provide a written excuse within three days. May only voluntarily transfer back to zoned school at the semester break or end of the year. NOTE: Students and parents acknowledge that if students: drop, fail, or withdraw from courses; don t complete required coursework; don t take advantage of high school proficiency remediation; Or don t inform their advisory teacher or counselor immediately if they re not doing well in a class,.the student would be in jeopardy of NOT graduating and/or NOT passing proficiency examinations. North Star maintains a Student Success Team to review student progress and monitor those who have difficulties while attending our online school. The committee s first priority is to provide assistance; however, students may have to return to their zoned school if, despite assistance, they earn D and F grades, demonstrate behavior or attendance problems, or have excessive withdraws from classes. If the situation arises, North Star staff will facilitate the student s transition to their zoned school or a program more suited to their needs. My signature indicates that I have read and agree to all of the above guidelines and understand their importance to the student s success at North Star Online School. I agree to comply with these guidelines. Student Signature: Parent Signature: Date: Date: SECTION FIVE: Readiness Criteria Survey North Star Online School looks for attributes when screening student applicants. The qualities are based on recommendations from the International Association for K-12 Online Learning (inacol) and research that evaluates what makes a student successful at learning with an online format. Please complete the following Readiness Criteria Survey.

9 Readiness Criteria Survey: Grades 7-12 Students Students should complete the following survey independently. When answering the following questions, use the following scale: 3 = Describes me very much 2 = Describes me a little bit 1 = Does not describe me at all Your Preferences I do not need daily face to face communication with teachers or other students in order to be successful. I find discussing things with others helps me understand better. I prefer to figure out instructions for assignments on my own and only ask for help if I need it. I can usually successfully read and understand information without help. I do not need my teachers to constantly remind me of when assignments are due because I usually turn them in on time Your School Environment I can spend at least minutes a day on each class I am taking. I have a specific area where I can study and work on my schoolwork that is free from distractions. I am able to access the Internet as needed for my studies. I am comfortable using e mail, computers, word processors, or other technologies for learning. I am comfortable communicating with others over the internet Your Work Habits I am able to keep a calendar of all my assignments and due dates. I do not get easily discouraged when I run into difficulties. I am a good time manager, can meet deadlines, and can keep track of assignments. I always see a project through to the end. I can complete difficult tasks on my own, even if others don t provide support and encouragement. I usually get everything done in a day that I set out to do. I often get things done ahead of time without having to be reminded. I ask my teachers for help when I need it. I can work in a setting that does not have a lot of structure. My reading ability is at or above grade level Your Attitude About Learning I usually expect to get good grades in my classes. Not being able to pass a class would be a big setback for me. I think of myself as a good student (take good notes, prepare, and study for tests). I feel that online learning is of at least equal quality to traditional classroom learning.

10 North Star Online School Recommendation Form Teacher or Counselor: This student is applying to North Star Online School for the next semester. Your response is valuable in helping us determine the candidates who will benefit from an online learning program. We greatly appreciate your prompt response. Please return this form in the school mail to North Star Online School, mail it to 350 Hunter Lake Drive, Reno, NV 89509, or fax to (775) Student s Name: Current Grade: School: How long have you known the applicant? Your Name (Print): Your Signature: Subject/Counselor: Date: Request to be contacted by North Star? Yes No Contact #: Does this student read and comprehend on grade level: yes no Academic comments only: Please evaluate the student s current performance by checking one rating for each category: Criteria Excellent Good Fair Poor Inconsistent Works independently; manages time well (handles schedule and workload without close monitoring and assistance from adults) Takes responsibility for organizing school work Students at North Star are required to develop portfolios and exercise high degrees of independence. Has this student demonstrated such academic capability? Demonstrated the capability of following written instructions and the ability to stay on schedule and pace themselves. Completes homework assignments; demonstrates consistent academic effort and pride in work Seeks academic challenges; capable of handling a rigorous online curriculum Demonstrates positive learning attitude through participation, cooperation and follow through Shows potential for success in selfpaced academic learning Questions? Call North Star Online School at (775)

11 North Star Online School Recommendation Form Teacher or Counselor: This student is applying to North Star Online School for the next semester. Your response is valuable in helping us determine the candidates who will benefit from an online learning program. We greatly appreciate your prompt response. Please return this form in the school mail to North Star Online School, mail it to 350 Hunter Lake Drive, Reno, NV 89509, or fax to (775) Student s Name: Current Grade: School: How long have you known the applicant? Your Name (Print): Your Signature: Subject/Counselor: Date: Request to be contacted by North Star? Yes No Contact #: Does this student read and comprehend on grade level: yes no Academic comments only: Please evaluate the student s current performance by checking one rating for each category: Criteria Excellent Good Fair Poor Inconsistent Works independently; manages time well (handles schedule and workload without close monitoring and assistance from adults) Takes responsibility for organizing school work Students at North Star are required to develop portfolios and exercise high degrees of independence. Has this student demonstrated such academic capability? Demonstrated the capability of following written instructions and the ability to stay on schedule and pace themselves. Completes homework assignments; demonstrates consistent academic effort and pride in work Seeks academic challenges; capable of handling a rigorous online curriculum Demonstrates positive learning attitude through participation, cooperation and follow through Shows potential for success in selfpaced academic learning Questions? Call North Star Online School at (775)

12 North Star Online School Student Record Request ** Parent/Guardian: Please fill out this area and leave the rest of the form blank **, Student s Last Name First Name Date of Birth Grade Name of Last School Attended City State Zip Code School Telephone Number School Fax Number Parent/Guardian Name (please print) Parent Signature Telephone Number - For Office Use Only - Attention School Registrar - Please Fax the Following Documents: Discipline Record Withdrawal Grades Current IEP Birth Certificate Immunization Record Transcript of Grades PLEASE FAX ASAP!!! State of Nevada High School Proficiency Testing Results Please send a Cumulative Folder and an Official Transcript in the mail to the address listed below. Please be sure to include the following: 1. Official Transcript 2. All Discipline Records 3. State Nevada High School Proficiency Scores and Dates 4. Withdrawal Grades 5. Current IEP If for any reason you are unable to provide the requested documents, please call ASAP and let us know. Mail To: North Star Online School 350 Hunter Lake Drive Reno, NV Registrar: Sherrie Cameron T: F: st request 2 nd request 3 rd request Federal Law 99.31: Parent signature is not required for education records to be sent to another educational facility.