Summer School Program

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1 Summer 2018 Summer School Program Grades 8th 12th Registration begins April 3, 2018 GradPoint: June 13 July 25 PE: Session One: June 11 - June 28 Session Two: July 9 - July 26 Location: McCord Junior High School Summer School Program Mark Pugh, Director Phone: ext 2202 Fax: Director : Mark Pugh Ext Secretary: Tanya Eitniear After: June 11th Mark Pugh Secretary: Sandy Schlachter

2 Summer School Program: Who is eligible for GRADPoint: Any Sylvania high school incoming freshman who has failed three (3) or more grading periods of the course being selected Any incoming Sylvania high school student who needs to makeup credits Any student 8th-12th grade wishing to take summer PE is eligible to sign up for the Summer Program See the program of studies for details regarding specific eligibility What credit is available: For students 9th-12th grade, GRADPoint course is weighted 1/2 credit There is NO high school credit received for incoming Freshman (for GRADPoint) All students taking summer PE will receive 1/4 credit When does Summer School begin: Summer PE Semester One: June Mon - Thur 8 am - 1 pm Semester Two: July 9-26 Mon - Thur 8 am - 1 pm Summer GRADPoint (Credit Recovery) Computer Lab Dates: June Mon - Thur 9 am - 12 pm Computer Lab Dates: July 9-25 Mon - Thur 9 am - 12 pm Program Notes The LAST DAY for GRADPoint is Wednesday, July 25th. There will be NO Lab for GRADPoint the week of July 2 Where will classes be held: All classes will be held at McCord Junior High School, 4304 McCord Road What is the cost of the program: GradPoint fee $200 per course. PE fee $ plus an $30.00 activity fee. (The activity fee covers the cost of materials as well as any off-campus activities) NO REFUNDS WILL BE MADE FOR ANY CANCELLATIONS After June 7, 2018 Registration: *You must submit your registration NO later than May 30, Send form and appropriate fees to: Sylvania Schools Summer School Director - Teaching & Learning Dept.

3 Mail to: Summer School Director Sylvania Schools Office of Teaching & Learning Physical Education: Please note Summer PE is 5 hours of physical activity per day Appropriate dress is required for all summer sports and physical fitness activities Activity fee of $30.00 required in addition to tuition Physical Education Details for Session I and II 10 Points Per Day Possible 120 Points Based on effort, participation and behavior. -Must be back by 9:00 am from walk/jog or up to 3 points will be deducted -Must have doctor s note to be excused from participating in specific type of activities - If cannot participate in anything, it will not be counted as a day in class - May bring water bottle and nutritious snacks One Mile Run Graded Time: (This will take place twice. Once at the beginning and again at the end of the session. Grade is the based off the results of your second run.) Under 8:00 minutes 10 Points * 1 bonus point given if 8:01-8:59 9 Points times improve from 9:00-9:59 8 Points the last day run 10:00-10:59 7 Points 11:00-11:59 6 Points 12:00 plus 5 Points You may complete two papers worth 5 points each if absent on any date. High School Grading Scale: A % Points B 80-89% Points C 70-79% Points D 60-69% Points F 3rd day absent, below 60%, or 78 Points Tardy: Late 1-5 minutes or leave early 1-5 minutes minus 1 Point Late 6-15 minutes or leave early 6-15 minutes minus 2 Points Late minutes or leave early minutes minus 3 Points Three (3) late or leave early 30 minutes = Absent 1 day Field Trips: Be at specified location at correct time Dress appropriately May bring your own equipment (ex: golf clubs, bowling ball/shoes, ice skates, etc ) May bring money for concessions when available Jr. High Core Academic: The following academic courses are offered to incoming freshmen through GRADPoint, an online credit recovery program. *English 8 *Math 8 *Science 8 *Social Studies 8

4 High School Core Academic Classes: Semester One* Health Instruction in personal health and fitness, nutrition, drug education, safety, and emergency care will occur. Students will develop the knowledge base from which to make healthy lifestyle choices in everyday living. Registration begins April 3, 2018 Choose the course (s) in which you would like to enroll: Subject: GRADPoint Course One GRADPoint Course Two * A student may enroll in more than two GRADPoint classes once they have completed the first two classes. Algebra I - Semester One Generalizes concepts of arithmetic through the use of literal symbols; helps students develop the ability to reason abstractly. Geometry - Semester One This course in modern geometry discusses the properties of plane and space figures. Other skills and activities from Algebra I are included in this course. Intermediate Algebra - Semester One Reviews topics from Algebra I and extends these topics to prepare students for Algebra II. This course includes the use of technology such as graphing calculators. Algebra II - Semester One Algebra II studies the problems of Algebra I in greater depth and is a more sophisticated treatment of those problems. It is recommended that students have a C or better in Algebra I and Geometry to take this course. English 9 - Semester One Combines the study of library skills, literature, vocabulary, and composition incorporating the study of grammar and usage of mechanics. * Students MUST attend Orientation on June 12th (Time will be assigned at time of registration.) P.E. (circle one) Session One Session Two Tuition $ $ per course/session Phys. Ed $ Total Amount Due $ $ activity fee Payment Cash Check # Money Order # Make checks payable to Sylvania Schools Every attempt will be made to enroll the student in his/her first choice; however, there is no guarantee that there will be room available. Enrollment will be on a first come, first serve basis for completed registration forms with accompanying payment. Student Name ID # Parent Name Address City State Zip Phone Address School Presently Attending Current Grade (17-18) English 10 - Semester One This course explores short stories, novels, theater history, as well as poetry. Some creative writing is taught and the format and development of a term paper is required. * All of the core academic classes are only for students repeating class School Attending Next Year(18-19) Send form and appropriate fees to: Summer School Director - Teaching & Learning Dept. Sylvania Schools Office Use Date Ck # Book # Page #

5 Program Notes: All credit recovery courses will be offered online through GradPoint. GradPoint will have set lab hours: Monday - Thursday, 9 am - 12 pm. The LAST day for GRADPoint is Wednesday, July 25th Physical Education (P.E.) is open for any student who needs one-quarter credit of physical education. Students may only enroll in one session of summer P.E. per year. Please check with your school counselors to be certain that you are enrolling in the course you need, and to receive the proper credit for makeup classes. Reasonable accommodations are available for students who are provided with them during the regular school year. Special Education is only available through extended school year services. Summer School Regulations: All students are bound to the Sylvania Schools Conduct Code while enrolled in the summer school program. Any violations could result in suspension or dismissal from summer school without a refund of payment. There will be no in-school suspension. As a result, students who break any rules will be released from the program and will not receive scholastic credit or a refund of tuition costs Summer School PE The maximum number of absences accepted is two classes. Three absences will result in a failing grade and the student will be dropped from the class without a refund. Three tardies (less than 1/2 hour) will equal one absence.. Refund Policy: NO REFUNDS WILL BE MADE FOR ANY CANCELLATIONS: After June 7, 2018 English 11 - Semester One American Literature is the basis for this class. This course is a study of well-known American authors with an emphasis on the historical context and American ideals presented in literature. English 12 - Semester One This semester length study of the development of British literature provides students an opportunity to read and analyze a variety of literature at a higher level. Science 9: Physics - Semester One This course is an overview of the field of physics. The course also involves simple problem solving and mathematical concepts. Biology - Semester One This is an introductory lab oriented course in which students spend 30% of their time in lab related activities. Throughout the course students will collect and analyze data and are expected to make connections to the biological concepts learned in class and the world around them. Environmental Science - Semester One This class involves the study of ecosystems, alternative energy sources, natural resources, and environmental protection. The class will consist of projects, lab investigations, research projects, and presentations. Chemistry - Semester One This is a lab-lecture course. It includes topics such as atomic theory, bonding, periodic law, gas laws, energy reactions, solutions, and analysis. A receipt will be given for payment but does not confirm placement in Summer School. This is based on enrollment. A letter of confirmation will be sent in early June confirming your student s placement in Summer School. World Studies - Semester One A chronological study of world history from 1750 to the present. This study includes history and integrates each of the other six social studies standards.

6 American History - Semester One This course completes the chronological study of the history of the United States begun in the eighth grade. They develop a deeper understanding of their role as citizens and continue to expand their command of social studies skills and methods. American Government - Semester One Required for all seniors; examines the three branches of government at the national, state and local levels from a historical and contemporary point of view. Algebra I - Semester Two Builds on the foundations established in the first semester of Algebra I. Geometry - Semester Two Builds on the foundations established in the first semester of Geometry. Intermediate Algebra Builds on the foundations established in the first semester of Intermediate Algebra/Analysis and Measurement. High School Core Academic Classes: Semester Two* English 11 - Semester Two This course builds on the skills developed in English 11 Semester One. Must have passed English 11 Semester One in order to be eligible for this class. English 12 - Semester Two This course continues to build on the skills learned throughout semester one of English 12. You must have passed Semester One English 12 to be eligible for this course. Science 9: Chemistry - Semester Two Through lecture and lab investigations, students are introduced to the basic concepts of the chemical properties of matter. The course also includes applications of scientific reasoning and the relationships of science concepts to everyday life. Biology - Semester Two This class builds on the skills learned in semester one of biology. Must have passed semester one to be eligible for this course. Environmental Science - Semester Two This class builds on the skills learned throughout semester one of Environmental Science. Must have passed semester one of Environmental Science in order to be eligible for this course. Algebra II - Semester Two Builds on the foundations established in the first semester of Algebra II. Chemistry - Semester Two This course builds on the concepts of semester one of Chemistry. Must have passed semester one to be eligible for this course. English 9 - Semester Two Continues utilizing the skills developed in English 9 - semester one. Must have passed English 9 - semester one to be eligible for this class. World Studies - Semester Two Continues utilizing skills developed in World History semester one. Must have passed World Studies - semester one to be eligible for this class. English 10 - Semester Two Continues utilizing the skills developed in English 10 - semester one. Must have passed English 10 - semester one to be eligible for this class. American History - Semester Two Continues utilizing skills developed in American History semester one. Must have passed American History semester one in order to be eligible for this class. * All core academic classes are only for students repeating class