Grayslake Community High School District 127 Summer School Registration Guide 2017 1
Grayslake Community High School District 127 is offering a two-semester summer school program. Summer school is an extension of the district s regular academic program designed to provide students with opportunities to gain academic credit, to receive enrichment or remediation, and to explore new interests. Incoming freshmen are strongly encouraged to consider enrolling in summer school as it facilitates the adjustment and transition to high school. This user-funded program is available to all 9th-12th grade students who reside in District 127. Out of district students will not be accepted for the 2017 Summer School Program. Bus transportation is available for a $25.00 fee, per semester. Registration can be completed online at the Webstore or by mailing in the registration form found at the end of this catalog. Summer School will be held at Grayslake Central High School this year. First semester dates: June 5 June 22. Second semester dates: June 26 July 18 (No class on Monday, July 3 rd or Tuesday, July 4th). Classes meet Monday-Thursday (unless otherwise noted). Hours are 8:00 am 1:00 pm. (unless otherwise noted). Registration may be completed online at the Webstore or mailed to: Grayslake Community High School District 127 c/o Summer School 400 N. Lake Street Grayslake, IL 60030 2
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION Chicago Alive! Credit: 0.5 general elective credit only Engineering Boot Camp Credit: 0.5 general elective credit, but this does not count toward the Applied Arts graduation requirement This interdisciplinary, experiential-learning class will explore the third largest city in the United States through the fields of Science, Social Studies, and Architecture. The onesemester class will provide students with a rigorous, engaging, hands-on curriculum in which students study the great city of Chicago through research, presentations, reading, writing, scientific inquiry, and artistic analysis, and then apply their studies through weekly excursions into the city. This course is designed to provide a greater perspective into the scientific, historical, cultural, and architectural factors that have shaped Chicago and Chicagoland. Potential topics and field trips* Week 1 Topic: Science Potential trips: Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, Museum of Science & Industry, Lincoln Park Zoo Week 2 Topic: Social Studies Potential trips: Pullman Neighborhood, Newberry Library, Millennium Park, Water Tower, Hull House Week 3 Topic: Architecture Potential trips: Chicago Architecture Tour, CAF Skyscraper Tour *Topics, destinations, and daily class schedule may change based on availability of trips Tuition: $195.00 Ancillary Fees: additional fees of no more than $30 may be applied if a destination site requires; this fee will be collected during the course and does not need to be remitted with tuition payment Grades offered: 9-12 Session: Semester 2 only This one-semester course is a way for students to prepare for their engineering experience, such as PLTW. Students will learn essential pre-engineering skills, such as engineering notebook practices, CAD software and machine design and programming. Projects may include battlebots, robo-sports, and rapid prototyping with a 3-D printer. This course is recommended for students who: would like to jumpstart their pre-engineering skills, wish to explore their interest in PLTW in the future, and especially for students who intend to enter the program after their freshmen year. Tuition: $195.00 Grades offered: 9-12 Session: Semester 1 only 3
DRIVER EDUCATION Classroom Driver Education This one-semester required course, which runs in conjunction with behind the wheel, will be covering all phases of the traffic environment: physical, social, psychological, moral, and legal. In order for students to qualify for an Illinois driver s license at ages 16 or 17, they must successfully complete this course and behind the wheel. This course will meet Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m-10:00 a.m. This course will be offered only during 1 st Semester. Registration for Driver s Ed courses ends on April 21st. Attendance: Students are required by law to be present for a minimum of 30 hours of instruction. If a student misses class for any reason and they fall below the standard, they will fail and receive NO credit and NO MONEY will be refunded. Age: A student must be fifteen-years-old on or before June 5, 2017. Age will determine who will receive classroom instruction and Behind the Wheel. The 30 oldest students who register for Classroom Driver Education will be selected. You will be notified if you are one of the 30 oldest students chosen for the classroom. Scheduling Behind the Wheel Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: On January 1, 1994, House Bill #0418 became law. This bill requires that a student must receive a passing grade in at least eight (8) courses the previous two sessions prior to the session in which he/she will be enrolling in driver Education. Session: Semester 1 only The scheduling of Behind the Wheel will be by age. Times will be chosen on Wednesday, May 4, 2017 beginning at 3:30 p.m. in room 1130 at the Central Campus. This program is run in conjunction with the summer classroom course. If you have already taken classroom Driver Education and you only need behind the wheel over the summer, please contact your Driver Education instructor at your respective school. Registration for Driver s Ed courses ends on April 21st. Attendance: Although this program is more flexible than the classroom, excessive absences will not be tolerated. Poor attendance jeopardizes completing the course during the summer program. Tuition: $350 (Registration fee does not apply to Driver s Education) Grades Offered: Students who are 15 years old on or before June 5, 2017 Session: This course will be offered only during 1 st Semester. 4
ENGLISH Freshman English Sophomore English This two-semester course is designed to give students an overall view of composition and literary analysis, and an introduction to literary genres. As such, it establishes a foundation in the components of high-quality writing, an awareness of how literary elements create meaning, and an understanding of the differences of purpose and style of different modes of writing as expressed through The Common Core. This course also focuses on increasing vocabulary skills, speaking skills, and using an understanding of grammar to improve writing. Tuition: $195.00 per semester Ancillary Fees: Students will be asked to purchase novels for the course. In all cases the items purchased are the property of the student and may be kept. Grades Offered: 9-10, and by recommendation This two-semester course builds upon the initial skills developed in Freshman English. A more intensive focus is placed on the study of novels through a thematic approach. Students focus on Common Core elements of effective communication skills through research, analytical writing, public speaking, and exposure to a variety of literary genres. Tuition: $195 per semester Ancillary Fees: Students will be asked to purchase novels for the course. In all cases the items purchased are the property of the student and may be kept. Grade offered: 10 FINE ARTS Rock Band Credit: 0.5 general elective credit. Does not count for Fine Arts graduation requirement. Grades will be pass/fail only. Please see the course guide for more information on pass/fail. Rock Band is a three-week course exploring historical and social context of rock music, tracing its roots from Delta Blues and Chicago Blues. The course progresses from blues based rock music (Chuck Berry, Jerry Lee Lewis, etc.) to classic rock (Rolling Stones, Cream, etc.) to Heavy Metal (Led Zeppelin, Iron Maiden, etc.) Students will be taught the basics in how to perform this music on electric guitar, bass, keyboard and drums. The course will culminate with a community performance by the students. Tuition: $195.00 Ancillary Fees: None Grades offered: 9-12 Session: Semester 1 only 5
MATHEMATICS Algebra I Geometry Geometry Honors Advanced Algebra and Trigonometry This two-semester course is designed to enable students to learn and master the basic concepts of algebra. The goal of the course is to provide meaningful connections and increase problem solving skills. Modern terminology and concepts are used to study the real number system. Sets, variables, operations with polynomials, solving linear equations and inequalities, and solutions of quadratic equations are some of the many topics covered. A graphing calculator is required for class. We recommend a calculator from the TI-84 family. Tuition: $195.00 per semester Ancillary Fees: All students must have a TI-84 graphing calculator for this course. In all cases the items purchased are the property of the student and may be kept. Prerequisite: Placement by teacher recommendation Grades offered: 9 12 This two-semester course incorporates a review of algebraic skills that will lead to the study of two- and three-dimensional figures and their measurements. Lessons are designed to enable students to learn and master essential concepts including points, lines, planes, angles, two and three-dimensional figures, area and volume, congruency, similarity, transformations, right triangle trigonometry, circles, and deductive proof. This course progresses from an understanding of critical terminology through the use of deductive or logical reasoning to prove ideas about the shapes and figures in the world. A graphing calculator is required for class. We recommend a calculator from the TI-84 family. Tuition: $195.00 per semester Ancillary Fees: All students must have a TI-84 graphing calculator for this course. In all cases the items purchased are the property of the student and may be kept. Prerequisite: One credit in Algebra and by teacher recommendation Grades offered: 10 12 This two-semester course involves the study of two and three-dimensional geometric figures and their measurements, and is an accelerated geometry program. Lessons are designed for mastery of essential concepts including points, lines, planes, angles, two and threedimensional figures, area and volume, congruency, similarity, transformations, right triangle trigonometry, and circles. The course emphasizes deductive proofs. A graphing calculator is required for class. We recommend a calculator from the TI-84 family. Tuition: $195.00 per semester Ancillary Fees: All students must have a TI-84 graphing calculator for this course. In all cases the items purchased are the property of the student and may be kept. Prerequisite: One credit in Algebra Honors and by teacher recommendation Grades offered: 9-12 This two-semester course includes a review of skills from Algebra I. The first semester emphasizes equation solving and its application to the solution of real world problems while second semester stresses trigonometry topics including right and oblique triangle laws. A graphing calculator is required for this class. We recommend a calculator from the TI-84 family. Tuition: $195.00 per semester Ancillary Fees: All students must have a TI-84 graphing calculator for this course. In all cases the items purchased are the property of the student and may be kept. Prerequisite: One credit in Geometry and by teacher recommendation Grades offered: 11 12 6
Advanced Algebra and Trigonometry Honors This two-semester course is an accelerated algebra program. The course includes a brief review of algebraic skills. Emphasis is on advanced equation solving and its application to the solution of real world problems. This course stresses the advanced algebra topics essential for success in Pre-Calculus Honors, Math Analysis and AP Statistics. The course covers the topics of the Advanced Algebra and Trigonometry course, but at a faster pace and in greater depth. Some trigonometry topics include right and oblique triangle laws. A graphing calculator is required for this class. We recommend a calculator from the TI-84 family. Tuition: $195.00 per semester Ancillary Fees: All students must have a TI-84 graphing calculator for this course. In all cases the items purchased are the property of the student and may be kept. Prerequisite: One credit in Geometry Honors and by teacher recommendation Grades offered: 9-12 7
SCIENCE Chicago Alive! Credit: 0.5 general elective credit only Physical Science This applies to the college lab science graduation requirement This interdisciplinary, experiential-learning class will explore the third largest city in the United States through the fields of Science, Social Studies, and Architecture. The onesemester class will provide students with a rigorous, engaging, hands-on curriculum in which students study the great city of Chicago through research, presentations, reading, writing, scientific inquiry, and artistic analysis, and then apply their studies through weekly excursions into the city. This course is designed to provide a greater perspective into the scientific, historical, cultural, and architectural factors that have shaped Chicago and Chicagoland. Potential topics and field trips* Week 1 Topic: Science Potential trips: Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, Museum of Science & Industry, Lincoln Park Zoo Week 2 Topic: Social Studies Potential trips: Pullman Neighborhood, Newberry Library, Millennium Park, Water Tower, Hull House Week 3 Topic: Architecture Potential trips: Chicago Architecture Tour, CAF Skyscraper Tour *Topics, destinations, and daily class schedule may change based on availability of trips Tuition: $195.00 Ancillary Fees: additional fees of no more than $30 may be applied if a destination site requires; this fee will be collected during the course and does not need to be remitted with tuition payment Grades offered: 9-12 Session: Semester 2 only This two-semester laboratory-oriented courses surveys both physics and chemistry. Topics such as speed/acceleration, Newton s laws, atomic structure, the Periodic Table and other concepts in the physical sciences will be explored. The course focuses on the conceptual basis of physical science. There is an emphasis on factual and mathematical concepts, through an abundance of hands-on activities. Tuition: $195.00 per semester Additional Fee: $12-$20 for consumable materials. Students will also need a scientific calculator. Grades offered: 9-12 8
SOCIAL STUDIES Chicago Alive! Credit: 0.5 general elective credit only Exploring World Cultures Credit: 0.5 elective credit This interdisciplinary, experiential-learning class will explore the third largest city in the United States through the fields of Science, Social Studies, and Architecture. The onesemester class will provide students with a rigorous, engaging, hands-on curriculum in which students study the great city of Chicago through research, presentations, reading, writing, scientific inquiry, and artistic analysis, and then apply their studies through weekly excursions into the city. This course is designed to provide a greater perspective into the scientific, historical, cultural, and architectural factors that have shaped Chicago and Chicagoland. Potential topics and field trips* Week 1 Topic: Science Potential trips: Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, Museum of Science & Industry, Lincoln Park Zoo Week 2 Topic: Social Studies Potential trips: Pullman Neighborhood, Newberry Library, Millennium Park, Water Tower, Hull House Week 3 Topic: Architecture Potential trips: Chicago Architecture Tour, CAF Skyscraper Tour *Topics, destinations, and daily class schedule may change based on availability of trips Tuition: $195.00 Ancillary Fees: additional fees of no more than $30 may be applied if a destination site requires; this fee will be collected during the course and does not need to be remitted with tuition payment Grades offered: 9-12 Session: Semester 2 only This one semester, half-credit course is part of the larger Exploring World Cultures experience, which includes weekend/evening classes between January and June and culminates in an excursion to a selected country/region in June. We will seek to understand the culture, geography, government, and history of the country or region, emphasizing what we will experience on the trip in June. As a class, we will study the historical significance of the travel sites and seek to understand how the country/region s history and culture are interwoven into our own history and culture as Americans. Our goal is to analyze each country/region s engagement with globalization, particularly issues of geography, government, and culture. The major themes of the class are thus the geographical, governmental, social, and cultural connections between various countries/regions and ourselves. Because the course culminates in the trip to the selected country/region, it is only open to current students already participating in the trip. The country/region changes each year; more information is available from the Social Studies departments. Tuition: $195.00 Grades Offered: 10-12 Session: Semester 1 only 9
US History World History Credit:1.0 Social Studies In this two-semester course, students study American history chronologically starting with the colonial era and finishing with present-day issues. The course is structured to include not only a narrative of people, places, and events, but also analytical inquiry into the cultural, political, economic, and social aspects of the American experience. Emphasis is placed on the understanding of the causality of events, the multiple perspectives inherent in the study of history, and essential reading, writing, primary source analysis, and research skills. Throughout the course, an attempt is made to show the relationship between the past and the present, to cultivate understanding of the foreign and domestic problems faced by the United States, and to shed light on the unique role of the United States as a major world power and its responsibilities to other nations as a leader of the free world. A key emphasis of the course is student-driven civic engagement and research into local and regional history. Tuition: $195 per semester Ancillary Fees: There is an approximate cost ranging from $20-$30. In all cases the items purchased are the property of the student and may be kept. Grades offered: 11-12 This two-semester course is a study of ancient, medieval, and modern world societies. Particular attention is given to the types and roles of governments, major philosophies and religions, the causes and consequences of conflict, and the achievements and challenges faced by societies over time. The use of primary sources, along with secondary readings and class discussion encourages students to form critical interpretations of world history. Emphasis will also be placed on the development of skills such as reading, writing, document analysis, and problem solving. Tuition: $195.00 per semester Grades Offered: 10-12 SUMMER BRIDGE Summer Bridge Credit: No credit Invitation only Summer Bridge is an invitation only program which is free of charge to participating students. The goal of this course is to help prepare incoming Freshman for the transition to high school. This program allows students to meet some of their classmates, participate in team-building activities, become familiar with high school structures, and practice literacy and numeracy skills essential for success in high school. The summer bus fee is waived for students enrolled in this class. Tuition: $0.00 Prerequisite: Students must be invited to take this course. Invited students will receive an invitation via mail. Grade offered: 9 Session: Semester 2 only 10
GENERAL INFORMATION Attendance Course Availability Chromebooks Discipline Equal Educational Opportunity Final Exams and Grading Due to the concentrated nature of summer school, regular attendance is crucial. More than one unexcused absence may lead to withdrawal from the course with no refund. Courses listed in this booklet will be offered if a sufficient number of students sign up for the course. Since summer school courses must be financially self-supporting, at least 14 students must be enrolled in each course. Decisions regarding the cancellation of a class will be made by May 12, 2017. Enrollment will be allowed until the start of class, if the course is running and space permits. Students without a Chromebook will be allowed to borrow one for the duration of their summer school course(s) which require regular access to technology. Students who choose this option will be required to submit a signed Chromebook agreement before the device will be distributed. During summer school, all school rules apply as outlined in the Student Handbook. Students are subject to disciplinary action and removal from the summer school program (without a refund) for inappropriate behavior. The dress code is also in effect for summer school. Students in violation of the dress code may be sent home for the day if alternate clothing is not available. All persons who legally reside within Grayslake Community High School District 127 attendance boundaries through age 21, inclusive (or until graduation) shall be afforded the right and opportunity to an equal education. No student shall be excluded, segregated, or discriminated against in the District s programs on account of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap, disability, religion, or limited English speaking skills. District 127 affirms the human dignity and worth of each student to be free from discrimination and harassment. The District does not permit harassment in its educational programs, activities, or employment policies as required by Title IX of the Federal Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Title IIA of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Grievance procedures have been established for student and employee complaints. The Non-discrimination Coordinators for District 127 are Associate Superintendent for Instructional and Personnel Services and Director of Special Education. The Section 504 Coordinator for District 127 is Director of Special Education. The Title IX Coordinators for District 127 are the Grayslake North Principal and the Grayslake Central Principal. Attendance is mandatory on the last day of each session, as final exams are scheduled for that day. All textbooks must be returned before the last day of class. Students will be billed for unreturned materials. If a student is failing or near failing at mid-term of summer school, parents will be notified in writing. Final grade reports will be sent upon the conclusion of each session. 11
GPA Homework/Study Refunds Registration Special Education Tardiness Transportation Tuition Summer school grades for all credited courses will be included in the student s cumulative grade point average (GPA). Pass/Fail courses follow the procedures outlined in the Student Handbook and the 2017-2018 Registration Guide. All credited courses are regular level unless otherwise noted in the course description. Summer school classes cover a great deal of material over a short period of time; consequently, students must study outside of class. Approximately one week s study in the regular school year is covered each day of summer school. Books are to be taken home each day as no hall lockers will be available for student use. Work missed due to an absence must be made up within three days after returning to school. No late work will be accepted beyond the last day of class for each semester. Incomplete grades will not be given for summer school courses. Refunds will be made only in the event that a class is not offered. Summer school registrations will be accepted through the mail or through our online Webstore. Please remember that some classes fill up quickly so it is best to register early. A determination of classes to be cancelled will be made by May 12, 2017 and families will be notified accordingly. Incomplete registrations will not be processed. Payment for summer school classes is due at the time of registration. Special Education support will be available for those students who qualify and who have a current IEP. All students are to be on time and in the classroom when the session begins and after the break. Instructors will track the number of times students are tardy. On the third tardy to class or after break, a meeting will be held with the Summer School Principal, parent and student. If a fourth tardy occurs, the student may be dropped from the class and no credit or refund given. Any student more than 15 minutes late may be considered absent for the day. Unavoidable circumstances which make a student late should be discussed with the teacher. Transportation will be offered for $25 per semester for students taking Summer School classes, except those enrolled in Summer Bridge for whom the fee is waived. Please choose your bus stop during the registration process. All classes will be held at Grayslake Central High School, located at 400 N. Lake Street, Grayslake, IL 60030. All course fees are listed under specific course information. All fees must be paid at the time of registration. Summer school is an optional, non-mandated program; therefore, there will be no fee waivers or pro-rating of fees. Each student will also be charged a one-time registration fee of $25.00 to cover processing fees. The registration fee will not be charged for Driver Education. Save the $25.00 Summer School Registration Fee when you pay through our secure online Webstore using your Visa or MasterCard. Please complete and submit the attached registration form or go to the Webstore to register and pay online. The $25 Registration Fee will be waived for online registrations. 12
Course Cost Summary Optional bus transportation cost is $25.00 per semester Registration fee for paper registration is $25.00. Online registrations have that fee waived. Dept. Course Number of semesters Semester Offered Tuition (per semester) Required Additional Fee: See Course Descriptions for more information. Some courses may have material costs once the course has begun. CTE Chicago Alive! 1 2nd $195 none up front-see description Engineering Boot Camp 1 1st $195 none Driver s Ed Driver Ed Classroom and BTW 1 1st $350 none English Freshman English 2 Both $195 costs for novels TBD Sophomore English 2 Both $195 costs for novels TBD Fine Arts Rock Band 1 1st $195 none Math Algebra I 2 Both $195 none Geometry 2 Both $195 none Geometry Honors 2 Both $195 none Advanced Algebra and Trigonometry 2 Both $195 none Advanced Algebra and Trigonometry Honors 2 Both $195 none Science Chicago Alive! 1 2nd $195 none up front-see description Physical Science 2 Both $195 none Social Studies Chicago Alive! 1 2nd $195 none up front- see description Exploring World Cultures- Invite only 1 1st $195 none US History 2 Both $195 none up front-see description World History 2 Both $195 none Summer Bridge Summer Bridge- Invite only 1 2nd $0 none To register and pay for courses go to the Webstore or print the registration form on pages 15-16 of this guide and send with payment to the address listed. If you pay online via the Webstore the $25 Registration Fee will be waived. If you have any questions please call Jennifer Campbell at (847)986-3449 or email her at jcampbell@d127.org. 13
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2017 District 127 Summer School Registration Form Student Information (please print) Name: ID# Birthdate: Phone: Address: City: Zip: 2017-2018 School Attending (circle) North Central 2017-2018 Grade (circle) 9 10 11 12 Parent Information (please print) Name: **Signature: Phone: email: ** By signing this registration form, I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and accept the Summer School Guidelines and Expectations, specifically the Attendance Rules. Use the Summer School Registration Guide and the Course Cost Summary sheet on Page 13 to help you fill out the information below. Course Requests and Costs Name of the course(s) for which you are registering: Semester one: Semester two: Is this class being taken for the first time, or is it being retaken for the purposes of credit recovery or grade replacement? Taking for the first time Taking for credit recovery or grade replacement ***please also fill out next page*** 15
Transportation Would you like bus transportation for your student? The cost is a flat $25.00 per semester. No, I don t want bus transportation Yes, I would like bus transportation. Please select stop from predetermined list below: Park School Meadowview School Brittney Park (Brittney and Tower) Station Park Slusser and Wicks Prairie Crossing School Hunters Cove Park (Bob O Link and Mockingbird) Living Waters Church (Atkinson Road) Mainsail and Windjammer Windjammer and Sextant Valley Forge Park (Mt Vernon) Grayslake North High School Fox Chase Park Granada and Genoa Savannah Springs and Winddance Orchard and Cherry Cove Engle and Normandy Falling Waters and Falling Waters Country Place and Rosewood Clarendon and Kenmore Shorewood and Kenmore Hainesville and Lake Hainesville and Oak Alleghany and Hojem Lincoln and Jackson Summary of Costs Total Tuition Costs (refer to Page 13): $ Optional Bus Transportation Cost ($25.00 per semester) (waived for Summer Bridge Students): Registration Fee- $25.00 (waived for online registrations and Driver s Ed): $ Total Amount Due: $ $ Make checks payable to: Grayslake Community High School District 127 Contact Jennifer Campbell at 847-986-3449 or jcampbell@d127.org with questions. Mail form and check to: Grayslake Community High School District 127 c/o Summer School 400 North Lake Street Grayslake, Il 60030 16