summer academic programs 2015 Catalog

summer academic programs 2015 Catalog

2 Summer Academic Programs 2015 Table of Contents General Information... 3 Elementary School Academy (Grades K-5)... 4 Middle School Academies (Grades 6-8)... 5 High School Academy (Grades 9-12)... 6 High School SOL Academy... 7 Virtual High School Academy (Grades 8-12)... 8 Transportation Schedule... 12 York County Administration... 13

3 GENERAL INFORMATION/YCSD SUMMER ACADEMIC PROGRAMS Location: Dates: Registration: Transportation: Attendance: Student Services: Tuition: Books/Materials: Examinations: Conduct: Dress Code: Food Service: Parking: Middle and high school programs are held at Tabb High School. Elementary programs are held at Tabb Elementary School. Specific Summer Academy dates are shown on Academic Program pages. The Summer Academic Programs Registration Form is available in the offices of all York County schools. Express bus service will be provided. See Transportation Schedule on page 12. No absences or tardies are permitted in any of the YCSD Summer Academic Programs. Students with an identified disability enrolled in Summer Academic Programs will be provided appropriate services and support by licensed special education staff. Some programs are free of charge; others require a tuition payment. Scholarships will not be offered for high school credit-bearing classes. Parents must complete a Withdrawal Form and submit it to the Summer Academy Office by June 25; no refunds will be made for withdrawals after this date. All refunds will be processed no later than July 16 and must be picked up by a parent at Tabb High School. No refund of fees will be made if a student is dismissed for disciplinary reasons or excessive absences. Textbooks, instructional resources, and library services are available during the Summer Academic Programs. All textbooks and library books must be returned. Students who damage books will be required to pay the repair or replacement cost. Students who have not met obligations with regard to books or materials will not be permitted to take final exams or to receive credit for completed work. There are no exam exemptions during Summer High School Academy. The York County School Division Student Handbook & Student Conduct Code (2014 2015) will be strictly enforced. The dress code, as set forth in the York County School Division Student Handbook & Student Conduct Code (2014 2015), will be strictly enforced. Snack foods are available for purchase during middle and high school programs. All students (elementary, middle & high) may bring snacks. Students wishing to park on campus during Summer High School Academy must pay a $25 fee at the time of registration. Rules will be issued with the parking permit.

4 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ACADEMY The Elementary School Academy is designed for students currently enrolled in grades K 5. Enrollment is based on test results (Stanford and Standards of Learning Tests), academic performance, and teacher/administrator recommendation. There is no fee for the academy for students who qualify through school recommendation. Parents who wish to enroll their child in this academy must contact their child s school to complete the online registration. The Elementary School Academy provides students with remediation in the areas of English: reading & writing and mathematics through a hands-on approach as well as direct teacher instruction and the use of computer software. The focus of instruction will be appropriate gradelevel Standards of Learning. Test-taking strategies and study skills are included. Open House June 18, 2015 1:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. Tabb Elementary School June 22 July 22, 2015 (July 3, Independence Day observed/schools & Offices closed) 7:45 a.m. 11:45 a.m. / Monday Thursday Tabb Elementary School Registration Selected participants will be registered by their home schools, and parents of these students will be notified by their child s principal by May 29. Students currently enrolled in the York County School Division (grades K 5) who do not qualify for the academy based on school recommendation may register for the Elementary School Academy at their home school until June 5. Students who have not registered by June 5 must register on Monday, June 15 from 10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. or Tuesday, June 16 from 8:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. at Tabb Elementary School. NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER JUNE 17.

5 MIDDLE SCHOOL SOL ACADEMIES The Middle School English and Math Academy is designed for students enrolled in grades 6 8 who have been identified as needing academic support in the areas of English: reading & writing and mathematics. Students are eligible for the Middle School Summer Academy based on test results (Stanford and Standards of Learning Tests), academic performance, and teacher/administrator recommendation. There is no fee for the academy for students who qualify through school recommendation. Parents who wish to enroll their child in this academy must contact their child s guidance counselor to complete the online registration. June 22 July 22, 2015 (July 3, Independence Day observed/schools & Offices closed) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The Middle School Science Academy provides students with instruction based on the Standards of Learning for each grade level. The academy will include direct teacher instruction, lab activities, data analysis, and projects. Students will be given the opportunity to demonstrate mastery of the objectives at the appropriate grade level. June 22 July 7, 2015 (July 3, Independence Day observed/schools & Offices closed) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- -- - The Middle School History/Social Science Academy provides students with instruction based on the Standards of Learning for each grade level. The academy will involve direct teacher instruction, hands-on activities, and projects. Students will be given the opportunity to demonstrate mastery of the objectives at the appropriate grade level. July 8 July 22, 2015 (July 3, Independence Day observed/schools & Offices closed) Registration Selected participants will be registered by their home schools, and parents of these students will be notified by their child s principal by May 29. Students currently enrolled in the York County School Division (grades 6 8) who do not qualify for the academies based on school recommendation may register for a Middle School Academy at their home school until June 5. Students who have not registered by June 5 must register Monday Wednesday, June 15 17, from 8:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. at Tabb High School. NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER JUNE 18.

6 HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY (CREDIT RECOVERY) High School Academy is designed for students currently enrolled as rising grades 9-12. For a year-long course, students may earn 1.0 repeat credit. If there is insufficient enrollment in the on-site courses, these courses may be offered virtually, and students may complete online coursework in a computer lab Monday-Thursday during Summer Academy hours. For a semester mathematics courses, Part A or B may be taken for students to earn.5 credit. There are no exam exemptions during Summer Academy. Driver Education/Behind-the-Wheel instruction is not offered. Courses with low enrollment may not be offered. High School Academy course offerings are not intended for International Baccalaureate students. Tuition is $450 for York County residents; tuition is $500 for nonresident students. Checks are made payable to the school where registration is completed. Scholarships will not be offered for high school credit-bearing classes. If a course is cancelled or a student withdraws from High School Academy prior to the start of classes, a refund of tuition will be processed no later than July 16. Parents who wish to enroll their child in this academy must contact their child s guidance counselor to complete the online registration. Courses offered in High School Academy include: High School Courses 1130 English 9 2215 World History I 31302 Algebra I B 4210 Earth Science 1140 English 10 2216 World History II 31432 Geometry B 4310 Biology 1150 English 11 2360 Virginia & US Hist. 31352 Algebra II B 4410 Chemistry 1160 English 12 2440 Virginia & US Govt. 7300 Health & PE 9 7405 Health & PE 10 June 22 July 23, 2015 (July 3, Independence Day observed/schools & Offices closed) (dismissal on July 23 at 10:00 a.m.) High School Academy Graduation, July 23, 2015, 3:00 p.m., Tabb High School (Graduating seniors are required to attend a rehearsal at 12:30 p.m. on July 22.) Exam Schedule End-of-Course SOL Tests: Multiple Choice: Writing, July 8 9 online/paper-pencil; other SOL Tests, July 21. Final Exams: July 23 Registration Students may register for only one course. Students currently enrolled in the York County School Division (grades 9 12) may register for the High School Academy at their home school until June 5. Students who have not registered by June 5 must register on Monday Wednesday, June 15 17, from 8:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. at Tabb High School. NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER JUNE 18. Non-resident students may register on a space-available basis, and parents must provide transportation. Non-resident or out-of-zone students must submit a completed Out-of-Division Student Information Form signed by the principal of their home school.

7 HIGH SCHOOL SOL ACADEMY The High School SOL Academy is designed for students who have passed the English 11, Algebra I, or Earth Science course but have not passed the SOL test for the course and therefore have not earned the required verified credit for graduation. These students may take a summer remediation course in English 11, Algebra I, or Earth Science and retake the SOL test at the end of the High School SOL Academy. Students are identified for the High School SOL Academy by their school principal. Tuition is not charged for the High School SOL Academy, and parents who wish to enroll their child in this academy must contact their child s guidance counselor to complete the online registration. Recommended students may register for up to two (2) courses. ENGLISH 11/Writing (MC/SP) June 22 July 7, 2015 (July 3, Independence Day observed/schools & Offices closed) SOL Test Dates: Multiple Choice: Writing, July 8 9 online/paper-pencil; other SOL Tests, July 21. ENGLISH 11/Reading July 8 21, 2015 SOL Test Date: July 21 EARTH SCIENCE June 22 July 6, 2015 (July 3, Independence Day observed/schools & Offices closed) SOL Test Dates: July 21 ALGEBRA I July 7 21, 2015 SOL Test Date: July 21 Registration Recommended students may register for up to two (2) courses. Currently enrolled students who meet the criteria for this academy may register for a course in the High School SOL Academy at their home school until June 5. Students who have not registered by June 5 must register Monday Wednesday, June 15 17, from 8:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. at Tabb High School. NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER JUNE 18.

8 VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY Virtual High School (VHS) Academy is designed for rising 9 through current 12 grade students. VHS Academy provides secondary students with the opportunity for online learning. Students may earn up to one (1) original credit and two (2) repeat credits. Seniors may take additional original credit courses to meet graduation requirements. A computer lab will be available onsite during Summer Academy hours (8:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m., Monday Thursday) for students who need a more structured environment to complete online coursework. Semester math may be taken as.5 original or repeat credit (credit recovery). Each original full-credit course is 140 online instructional class hours, and semester courses are 74 online instructional class hours. Credit recovery is an online course for students who have completed the seat hours of a course and must repeat the course. Credit recovery teaches the concepts for students to demonstrate mastery of the content. CREDIT RECOVERY Credit recovery is an online course for students who have completed the seat hours of a course and must repeat the course. The tuition for recovery credit is $450 for a yearlong class. Credit recovery teaches the concepts for students to demonstrate mastery of the content. ORIGINAL CREDIT Students taking a class for the first time can earn original credit for the course. The tuition for an original credit course is $550 for a yearlong class. Students cover all essential concepts to demonstrate mastery of the content. Credit cannot be awarded to students who fail to complete the required hours of online instruction. Parents who wish to enroll their child in this academy must contact their child s guidance counselor to complete the online registration. Driver Education/Behind-the-Wheel instruction is not offered. There are no exam exemptions during Summer Academy. Courses with low enrollment may not be offered. Students participating in International Baccalaureate Program may not take courses in VHS Summer Academy except Health/Physical Education 9 or 10. Tuition for a Virtual High School Academy one credit course is $550 and $300 for.5 original credit course for York County residents and non-residents. York County residents should make checks payable to the school where registration is completed. Scholarships will not be offered for high school credit-bearing classes. If a course is cancelled or a student withdraws from Virtual High School Academy prior to the start of classes, a refund of tuition will be processed no later than July 16. Non-residents should contact Reginald Fox (898-0454) or Gary Lupton (833-2148) for registration information. Tuition must be paid in full at the time of registration. Registration Students may earn up to 3 credits, one (1) course for original credit and no more than two (2) courses for repeat credit. Seniors may earn additional original credits to meet graduation requirements. Credits must be verified on the registration form. Students currently enrolled in the York County School Division may register for Virtual High School Academy at their home school until June 5. Students who have not registered by June 5 must register Monday Wednesday, June 15 17, from 8:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. at Tabb High School. NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER JUNE 18. Non-resident students may register on a space-available basis. Non-resident or out-of-zone students must submit a completed Out-of-Division Student Information Form signed by the principal of their home school. No refund of tuition will be made if a student is dismissed for disciplinary reasons or for excessive virtual absences (lack of daily login and participation).

9 Virtual High School Academy On-Site Lab In the Virtual High School (VHS) Academy we have created another opportunity for students to complete their virtual courses. We will provide a structured environment where the student reports to a computer lab at the Summer Academy between 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Students may take advantage of transportation provided by the York County School Division (see page 11). Our structured environment includes a mentor who is an experienced teacher and is assigned to work with, and monitor progress and participation of the online students in the computer lab. The mentor can help students navigate the Learning Management System, Moodle, and help students communicate with their online teachers. Students work each day, Monday through Thursday to complete required assignments in their virtual courses in the lab at the Summer Academy location. Students will be required to complete assignments for Friday of each week from home. Blackboard Collaborate sessions scheduled by the online teacher during lab times are required and will be posted weekly. Attendance is required Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Students will continue their coursework at home on Friday. Students are required to login daily to complete coursework. Taking your Virtual class at home As a student in the Virtual High School (VHS) Summer Academy, coursework is completed each day in the comfort of the student s home, Monday through Friday during times that are convenient to their schedule courses. Blackboard Collaborate sessions scheduled by the online teacher are required and will be posted weekly. The student will review instructional interactive materials, complete assignments, and communicate with their online teacher daily. Students are required to log into their online course daily. Commitment to Summer Courses Participating in Summer Academy courses means making a commitment for 5 weeks. It is important that students and parents understand that the Virginia Department of Education requires the school division to meet the required number of calendar days and hours. No online absences are permitted during the Virtual High School Academy. Failure to login daily constitutes an online absence. Credit cannot be awarded to students unless all requirements of the Virtual High School Academy course are fulfilled by July 23, 2015.

10 VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY Full Year courses offered in Virtual High School Academy for original credit or repeat credit (credit recovery) include the courses listed. The tuition for original credit is $550.00, and the tuition for credit recovery is $450.00 for York County residents and $500.00 for non-resident students for a yearlong class. V1130 English 9 V1140 English 10 V1150 English 11 V1160 English 12 V2215 World History I V2216 World History II V2360 Virginia & US History V2440 Virginia & US Govt. V3130 Algebra I AB V3143 Geometry AB V3135 Algebra II AB V3134 Algebra, Functions & Data Analysis V3162 Math Analysis V3184 Computer Math V4210 Earth Science I V4310 Biology I V4410 Chemistry V4510 Physics V4610 Ecology/Environ Science V5510 Spanish I V5520 Spanish II V5530 Spanish III V5110 French I V5120 French II V5130 French III V6120 Econ & Personal Finance V7300 Health/PE 9 V7405 Health/PE10/Classroom Driver Education Semester courses offered in Virtual High School Academy for original credit or repeat credit (credit recovery) include the courses listed. The tuition for credit recovery is $300.00 for a semester class. V3130 Algebra I A V3130 Algebra I B V3143 Geometry A V3143 Geometry B V3135 Algebra II A V3135 Algebra II B V3150 Trigonometry Training Mandatory training for students enrolled in Virtual High School Academy will be held Wednesday, June 17, from 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m., or Thursday, June 18 from 1:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. at Tabb High School. Students will be notified of the specific date and time to report. Parents are required to attend. Additional training will be provided for Driver Education students on Monday, June 22 from 8:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. at Tabb High School, Computer Lab 121. Dates/Location June 19 July 23, 2015 (July 3, Independence Day observed/schools & Offices closed) Location: Online (http://ycsd.remote-learner.net; username and password provided at orientation) at home or Onsite Summer Academy computer lab accessing content online at http://ycsd.remote-learner.net High School Academy Graduation, July 23, 2015, 3:00 p.m., Tabb High School (Graduating seniors are required to attend a rehearsal at 12:30 p.m. on July 22.) Exam Schedule End-of-Course SOL Tests: English Writing Multiple Choice: Writing, July 8 9 online/paper-pencil; other SOL Tests, July 21. Final Exams: July 23

11 VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY (CONT D) Technology Students who enroll in Virtual High School Academy are required to have their own computer with Internet and e-mail access. Daily login and at least 4 hours of active participation per day is required. Access is provided at both of the York County public libraries. Students and parents are required to have valid e-mail addresses. Content Management Students use a web-based Learning Management System called Moodle. The courses in Moodle are organized in content blocks, making material easily accessible for students. The main components of a VHS course are: Announcements Welcome, communication of current information. Calendar Important activities and due dates. Content Blocks Content is separated into units or modules and listed in blocks in the center of the course main page. Instruction Course instruction includes a variety of activities and resources that are found in the content blocks and also organized and linked in the Activities block on the left of the screen. Communication On-going communication is essential in an online learning environment. Students and instructors have various tools for online communication, including: Forums Discussion forums that allow for asynchronous communication. Participants discuss course content, ask questions, and reply to discussion prompts. Discussion threads are also e-mailed to students and instructors. Messaging Messaging allows for instant communication between users who are online at the same time. Messages are sent via e-mail when a user is not online. Blackboard Collaborate These sessions are synchronous online class meetings that include instant messaging, live audio, and an electronic whiteboard with desktop and file sharing abilities. Consider the questions below to determine if online learning is right for you 1. Do you feel that high-quality learning can take place in an online environment? Yes No 2. Do you have (or are you willing to obtain) access to a computer, the Internet, and Yes No e-mail at home? 3. Are you a self-motivated and self-disciplined person? Yes No 4. Are you comfortable researching and communicating in writing? Yes No 5. Are class discussions helpful to you? Yes No

12 2015 SUMMER ACADEMY TRANSPORTATION SCHEDULE Express bus services will be offered at the beginning and end of each day. Parents are responsible for transporting students to and from the nearest pick-up point. The following bus schedule provides service to and from each summer school location. TABB HIGH SCHOOL: High & Middle School Program (8:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.) TABB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Elementary School Program (7:45 a.m. 11:45 a.m.) Stop Location Stop Time Route Waller Mill Elementary School 6:40 1:30 1 YMCA Sentara 6:52 1:03 Newman Rd & Indiana Rd. 6:58 1:10 Barlow Rd. & Skimino Rd. 7:00 1:15 Rochambeau Dr. & Oaktree Rd. 7:05 12:55 Bruton High School 7:10 12:45 Queens Lake Middle School (Boys & Girls Club)(ES ONLY) 7:10 12:30 2 Banneker Dr. & Douglas Dr. 7:00 12:45 3 Boys & Girls Club (NWS) 7:15 1:05 Lebanon Church Rd. & Lafayette Dr. (Bus Shelter) 7:18 1:00 Woods of Yorktown 7:15 12:40 4 Charles Brown Park 7:18 12:45 Yorktown Middle School 7:15 12:37 5 Leigh Rd. & Walnut Dr. 7:18 12:42 Leigh Rd. & Walnut Dr. 7:20 12:45 Little Log Cabin 7:18 12:20 6 York High School 7:20 12:25 Yorktown Elementary School 7:23 12:28 Seaford Elementary School 7:20 12:25 7 York County Rec. Services Bldg. 7:25 12:20 Dare Elementary School 7:20 12:05 8 Grafton Bethel Elementary School 7:25 12:00 YMCA (Greenlands) (HS & MS ONLY) 7:35 12:15 9 Coventry Elementary School (HS & MS ONLY) 7:40 12:10 YMCA (Greenlands) (ES ONLY) 7:23 11:50 10 Coventry Elementary School (ES ONLY) 7:25 11:55 Bethel Manor Elementary School (ES ONLY) 7:32 12:00 BM Youth Center (ES ONLY) 7:35 12:03 Grafton Complex 7:15 12:30 11 Tabb Middle School 7:27 12:18 Mount Vernon Elementary School 7:30 12:15 Tabb Elementary School (HS & MS ONLY) 7:38 12:05 Kiln Creek Park 7:15 12:15 12 Bethel Manor Elementary School (HS & MS ONLY) 7:28 12:00 Bethel Manor Youth Center (HS & MS ONLY) 7:32 12:05 Tabb High School (ES ONLY) 7:37 11:51 Yorkshire Downs Shopping Center 7:30 12:10 13 Shady Banks Shopping Center 7:35 12:12 Queens Lake Middle School (Boys & Girls Club)(HS & MS ONLY) 7:20 12:45 14

13 The York County School Division SCHOOL BOARD Mark A. Medford, Chair Robert W. George, D.D.S., Vice Chair Barbara S. Haywood Cindy Kirschke R. Page Minter Victor D. Shandor, Ed.D. Carl L. James, Ed.D. Stephanie Guy, Ed.D. Dennis R. Jarrett, CPA, CPFO James Carroll Division Superintendent Chief Operations Officer Chief Academic Officer Chief Financial Officer Chief Human Resources Officer Candi Skinner Lisa Pennycuff, Ed.D. Kipp Rogers, Ph.D. Catherine Jones, Ed.D. ACADEMIC SERVICES Director of Elementary Instruction Director of Accountability & Instructional Services Director of Secondary Instruction SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION Director of School Administration Arletha Dockery York High School Kim Haskins Dare Elementary School SUMMER ACADEMIC PROGRAMS Secondary Summer Academic Programs e-mail: adockery@ycsd.york.va.us (757) 898-0369 Elementary Summer Academic Programs e-mail: khaskins@ycsd.york.va.us (757) 898-0583 Reginald Fox York County School Board Office Gary Lupton York County School Board Office Virtual High School Academy e-mail: rfox@ycsd.york.va.us (757) 898-0454 Online Learning Specialist e-mail: glupton@ycsd.york.va.us (757) 833-2148 The York County School Division does not discriminate on the basis of race (Title VI), color, religion, national origin, sex (Title IX), age or disability (Section 504) in its educational programs, activities or employment. For more information contact The Department of Human Resources, YCSD, 302 Dare Road, Yorktown, VA 23692, (757) 898-0349.