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University YES Academy High School 2014-2015

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Family Handbook

14669 Curtis Street Detroit, MI 48235

(313) 270-2556 www.newurbanlearning.org

A tuition free public school academy managed by

New Urban Learning.


New Urban Learning & UYA Superintendent

Lesley Esters Redwine, CEO NUL / Superintendent of UYA

UYA High School Staff & Administration

Lori Johnson, Principal Kevin Dargin, Associate Dean of Students/Athletic Director

Sarah Campbell, Dean of Teaching and Learning Tyrone Kimbrough, Learning Specialist

Jill Belstler, Associate Manager of Operations Jonathon Song, Mathematics 9 Teacher

Desiree Fuller, English 9 Teacher Quinton Myers, Biology 9 Teacher

Kimberly Weck, U.S. History 9 Teacher Christopher Spencer, Spanish Teacher

Brooke Harris, English10 Teacher Cassandra Maynard, College Writing Teacher

David Fuller, Mathematics 10 Teacher Ashley Knight, Mathematics 10 Teacher

Felicia Benson, Chemistry 10 Teacher Aaron Melvin, World History 10 Teacher Tyler Fleming, P.E. and Health Teacher


Table of Contents

Page 4 Mission, Goal, Important Hours, and Contact Information

Page 5 Academic Policies and Calendar

UYA HS Calendar

Grading Policy

Graduation Requirements/Course Sequence

Academic Concerns

Promotion Policy

Standardized Testing

Page 12 Attendance and Truancy Policies

UYA HS Attendance Procedure

UYA HS Tardy Procedure

Page 14 Scholar Policies

Enrollment

Arrivals and Departures from Campus

Food Service

Communication and Other Components

Special Education and Scholar Rights

Page 22 Scholar Discipline

Discipline Policies

Scholar Culture Expectations o PRIDE Matrix o 5 Progressive Steps of Consequences o Major Discipline Matrix o STEP Program

0 Scholar Activities

Athletics

Clubs and Organizations

Dances

Service Learning Days

Page 36 Uniforms

General Appearance

Young Men’s Uniform

Young Ladies’ Uniform

PE Uniforms

Dress Down Days


Mission Statement: The mission of New Urban Learning and University YES Academy is to prove that with the foundation of an

excellent college-preparatory education, Detroit children can graduate from high school, enroll in competitive colleges and universities, graduate from college, and positively impact change in Detroit.

Goals: University YES Academy is committed to creating the first 90-90-90 general admission K-12 public school in

Detroit. This means:

At least 90% of scholars graduate from high school

At least 90% of scholars enroll in selective 4-year colleges & universities

At least 90% of scholars enter college without the need for remedial college courses

Finally, our goal is to ensure UYA scholars have an average composite ACT score of at least 21 for 90% of scholars.

University YES Academy General Information: School Hours

Elementary: Kindergarten –Fourth Grade 7:45am -4:00pm

Principal: Erin Wills Middle School: Fifth – Eighth Grade

8:00am – 4:00pm Principal: Angela Prince

High School: Ninth-Tenth Grade 8:30am – 4:00pm

Principal: Lori Johnson

Important Phone Numbers Name Role Contact Number Email

University YES Academy Front Desk (313) 270-2556

Fax (313) 221-9670

Lori Johnson High School Principal (313) 467-8419 [email protected]

Kevin Dargin Associate Dean of Students/Athletic Director (313) 870-7767 [email protected]

Sarah Campbell Dean of Teaching and Learning (313) 782-1623 [email protected]

Jill Belstler Associate Manager of Operations (313) 969-0297 [email protected]

Tyrone Kimbrough Learning Specialist 313) 407-6168 [email protected]

Jonathon Song Mathematics 9 Teacher (313) 896-8028 [email protected]

Desiree Fuller English 9 Teacher (313) 467-7205 [email protected]

Quinton Myers Biology 9 Teacher (313) 969-0859 [email protected]

Kimberly Weck U.S. History 9 Teacher (313) 442-6978 [email protected]

Christopher Spencer Spanish Teacher (313) 618-3551 [email protected]

Brooke Harris English10 Teacher (313) 969-3128 [email protected]

Cassandra Maynard College Writing Teacher (313) 969-0811 [email protected]

David Fuller Mathematics 10 Teacher (313) 969-0458 [email protected]

Ashley Knight Mathematics 10 Teacher (313) 725-0139 [email protected]

Felicia Benson Chemistry 10 Teacher (313) 566-3975 [email protected]

Aaron Melvin World History 10 Teacher (313) 969-1081 [email protected]

Tyler Fleming P.E. and Health Teacher (313) 896-8082 [email protected]


Academic Policies & Calendar


UYA HS Calendar 2014 - 2015

August 2014 February 2014

August 2: Back to School Rally/Neighborhood Days (11:00am – 2:00pm) August 28 – August 29: Summer Bridge Freshman Orientation August 28: Parent Orientation Night (5:00pm-7:00pm)

February 6: No School for Scholars, Data Day February 6: Report Card Pick Up Night February 7: Service Saturday (#6) February 11: Supplemental Count Day February 16 – February17: No School, Mid-Winter Break

September 2014 March 2014

September 2: First Day of School September 17 - 18: ACT EXPLORE (9th) ACT PLAN (10th) Pre-Test September 20: Service Saturday (#1)

March 10 – March 12: ACT ASPIRE Test Dates March 14: Service Saturday (#7) March 20: No School for Scholars, Instructional Planning Day March 27 – April 2: HS Interim Assessment (IA) #

October 2014 April 2014

October 1: Fall Count Day October 13 – October 14: No School, Fall Break October 18: Service Saturday (#2) October 27 – October 31: HS Interim Assessment (IA) #1

April 3 – April 12: No School, Spring Break April 16: End of Quarter 3 April 17: No School for Scholars, Data Day April 24: Report Card Pick Up Night April 18: Service Saturday (#8)

November 2014 May 2014

November 4: No School for Scholars, Instructional Planning Day November 7: End of Quarter 1 November 14: No School for Scholars, Data Day November 15: Service Saturday (#3) November 21: Report Card Pick Up Night November 26 – November 28: No School, Thanksgiving Break

May 4 – May 8: Teacher Appreciation Week May 16: Service Saturday (#9) May 25: No School, Memorial Day

December 2014 June 2014

December 13: Service Saturday (#4) December 22 – January 4: No School, Winter Break

June 13: Service Saturday (#10) June 9 - 10: ACT EXPLORE (9th) ACT PLAN (10th) Post-Test June 19: Scholars’ Last Day of School for scholars, End of Quarter 4 June 22: Data Day (Teachers only) June 26: Report Cards Mailed Home

January 2014

January 5: School Resumes January 10: Service Saturday (#5) January 20 – January 23: HS Interim Assessment (IA) #2 January 19: No School, MLK Day January 30: No School for Scholars, Instructional Planning Day January 30: End of Quarter 2


GRADING POLICY At UYA HS, we will institute a progressive grading system in which there are no Ds or zeros. The lowest grade a student can earn on a paper or assignment will be a 40% (minimum F).

PROGRESSIVE GRADING SYSTEM

Grade Grade Points

A+ (100% - 97%) 4.0

A (96%- 93%) 4.0

A- (92 – 90%) 3.7

B+ (89% - 87%) 3.3

B (86% -83%) 3.0

B –(82% - 80%) 2.7

C +(79% - 77%) 2.3

C (76% – 73%) 2.0

C- (72% - 70%) 1.7

F (0 -69%) 0.0

Note: Weighted GPAs will be calculated with a .25 for honors classes and .50 for AP courses.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS/COURSE SEQUENCE University YES Academy High School requires that scholars attend four years of high school. In order for this requirement to be waived, students must meet all of the following criteria:

a) Completion of all department requirements (listed below). b) Early admission into an accredited college or university program c) Completion of the UYA service learning requirement for graduation d) Written approval from the UYA Superintendent

See the UYA HS Credit Requirement Table on the following page for specific course information. Scholars must complete the specified departmental requirements in order to receive a UYA diploma.


UYA HS Graduation Credit Requirement Table

Subject Area UYA Requirement Michigan Merit Curriculum

English 5 Credits College Reading 9 College Writing 9 English 10 English 11 English 12 *Sequenced courses Scholars need administrative approval to enroll in these classes concurrently.

4 Credits English Language Arts 9 English Language Arts 10 English Language Arts 11 English Language Arts 12

Mathematics 4 Credits Algebra I Geometry Algebra II *Other math course (Pre-Calculus, Calculus, AP Calculus, AP Statistics, etc.) * Sequenced courses

Scholars need administrative approval to enroll in these classes concurrently.

4 Credits Algebra I Geometry Algebra II One math course in final year

Science 4 Credits Biology Chemistry Physics *Other Science Course (Earth Science, Engineering, Environmental Science, AP Biology, etc.)

3 Credits Biology Physics or Chemistry One additional science credit

Social Studies 3 Credits US History & Geography World History & Geography Civics & Economics

3 Credits US History & Geography World History & Geography .5 Credit in Civics .5 Credit in Economics

Physical Education

1 Credit Physical Education & Health

1 Credit .5 Credit in Physical Education .5 Credit in Health

Visual, Performing and

Applied Arts

1 Credit 1 Credit

Language Other Than

English

2 Credits Spanish I Spanish II

2 Credits

Electives 4 Credits N/A

Michigan Merit Exam (MME)

GOAL: Composite score of 21 on ACT portion

N/A

Service Learning

Hours

UYA Scholars will complete a minimum of 50 service learning hours per year Total: 200 Service learning hours

N/A

Minimum Credits

Required

24 Credits 18 Minimum Credits


ACADEMIC CONCERNS Academic Assistance UYA HS teachers will have office hours that are held twice a week to provide assistance to students who need tutoring. A student with an academic grade C or below may be recommended for academic assistance in the form of after-school tutoring. Dates and times for office hours will be communicated to scholars during the first week of school. If scholars are in the building prior to 8:00am, they will automatically be assigned to AM office hours. For PM office hours, scholars must sign up in advance. Academic Probation At UYA, our mission is to prepare to our scholars to be successful in getting to and through college. To that end, we are committed to tracking the progress of our scholars and intervening to assist them. On a bi-weekly basis advisors will be responsible for tracking the grades of the scholars in their advisory. Advisors will execute this procedure prior to every progress report distribution. If a scholar has three or more Cs below 75 in any three classes or any Fs, the advisor will begin tracking that scholar’s progress with regular meetings about progress in that class. The scholar and advisor will be responsible for coming up with an action plan for improving grades. We will ask the parent and teacher to review and sign off on the plan. The advisor will report concerns to parents and administration. After week four if the scholar’s grades have improved, they would be removed from the “scholars of concern” list. If they still have any Cs, they will continue to adjust their academic plan. If they have any Fs after four weeks, they will be placed on academic probation. At this point a member of administration will schedule a meeting with the scholar and parents to alert them to the issue, the academic plan, and get their feedback. If a scholar is on academic probation, he or she ineligible for participation in afterschool and extracurricular activities, including athletics, until he/she is no longer on probation.

PROMOTION POLICY

At University YES Academy, we believe that promotion from one grade in high school to the next indicates the mastery of a series of academically challenging courses. These courses are in the core subject disciplines of English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies, as well as courses in other elective areas that are aligned to the Michigan Merit Curriculum. Scholars who successfully earn course credits have displayed their understanding of and competency in course subject matter through participation in class, completion of assignments, assessments and standardized exams. At UYA High School scholars must attend classes in order to achieve their highest levels of learning. Therefore, scholars who fail or refuse to attend their classes may not receive the course credit necessary for promotion into the next high school grade. This promotion policy requires UYA scholars to demonstrate genuine academic achievement and show a commitment to learning in order to make progress toward earning their high school diploma.

I. Definitions A. For purposes of this policy during the traditional school year, a “unit of credit” is a minimum of 120 hours of

classroom instruction. A half unit of credit is a minimum of 60 hours of classroom instruction. This represents the amount of credit that a scholar can earn for successfully completing academic work in a particular course.

B. For purposes of this policy a “core course” is any course in one of the core subject disciplines of English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies.

C. A passing grade for purposes of this policy means at least a “C” average for the semester in the course. This calculation may include an “EOS” (End of Semester) or “EOC” (End of Course) Exam.

II. Promotion Requirements

Many High School courses must be taken in sequence, and there may be limitations on earning more than one credit in a single subject area in a given year. In addition, high school scholars need to consider not just the requirements for


promotion from grade to grade, but also those for high school graduation (see GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS / COURSE SEQUENCE on page 7-8). The following guidelines regarding promotion shall apply for ninth, tenth, and eleventh grade students:

A. Ninth Grade Promotion To be promoted from ninth to tenth grade at University YES Academy High School, students must pass at least three (3) of their core courses and obtain at least five (5) credits. Ninth graders are expected to have completed 50 hours of community service.

B. Tenth Grade Promotion To be promoted from tenth to eleventh grade at University YES Academy High School, students must pass at least seven (7) of their core courses and obtain at least eleven (11) credits. Tenth graders are expected to have completed 100 hours of community service.

C. Eleventh Grade Promotion To be promoted from eleventh to twelfth grade at University YES Academy High School, students must pass at least eleven (11) of their core courses and obtain at least seventeen (17) credits. Eleventh graders are expected to have completed 150 hours of community service.

D. Attendance Scholars must attend their classes in order to learn and retain course subject matter. Consequently students’ success in earning credit toward promotion shall be determined by attendance in class as well as by performance on assignments & assessments. Therefore, students who have 10 or more unexcused absences in a semester in a particular course, shall not pass the course and shall receive no credit towards promotion.

Note: A UYA High School scholar is expected to complete a minimum of 50 community service hours per year of their enrollment at UYA.

III. Assessment of Student Work

At UYA HS, we believe that student work must be regularly and systematically assessed with methods that both challenge students and provide an accurate evaluation of students’ success in learning course subject matter. Teachers shall regularly use a variety of criteria in assessing students’ work, for example: homework, classwork (do nows or exit tickets), notes, participation, essays, quizzes, tests, group projects/collaborations, student portfolios, oral presentations, research assignments, etc. These assessment criteria should be appropriate to the course content and should provide students with a variety of means by which they can demonstrate their mastery of the material covered in class. One important method of assessing student success in learning course objectives/standards is End-of-Semester (EOS) or End-of-Course (EOC) examinations. Results on EOS or EOC shall constitute at least 10% of students’ final semester grade. IV. Students with Disabilities Students with disabilities are expected to master the general curriculum to the maximum extent appropriate with the use of supplementary services. The Individualized Education Program (IEP) Team determines whether a student with disabilities is expected to meet UYA and MMC promotion criteria or other criteria, which must be documented in the scholar’s IEP. V. Parental Notification UYA shall notify all parents in writing of the promotion policy. Prior to the conclusion the of each quarter, parents must be notified if the child(ren) is receiving a failing grade in any course. Documentation of such communication must be maintained at the school. VI. Credit Recovery Sessions


Scholars who earn between a 65 and 69 percent in a course at the end of a semester will have a one-time opportunity to earn credit back in that course by attending a mandatory credit-recovery session and satisfactorily completing a credit-recovery assignment that will be graded by that scholar’s teacher. Scholars will only be able to use the credit recovery session option for 1 semester during his/her tenure as a UYA HS Scholar. VII. Credit Through Exam Scholars who fail a course at UYA or transfer to UYA with a D or an F in a course have the option to dispute the grade by taking the Final Exam on the specified dates and times. In order to earn credit for the course, scholars must score at least an 80% B- on the final exam for a given course. If a scholar meets those requirements for a course, credit will be restored to 70% C-. If a scholar does not attend the session or does not earn at least an 80%, credit will not be granted for the course. If a scholar does not earn credit through the exam, it is the responsibility of the scholar to make up the credit through another method in order to meet the graduation requirements.

STANDARDIZED TESTING We are committed to continual improvement of the educational services we deliver to our scholars. In order to do this, we carefully and thoroughly monitor our scholars’ progress in core academic areas through assessments. This monitoring is done through a variety of school-based and state-based assessments. Monitoring student achievement through different assessments is especially beneficial because no single assessment defines student academic achievement. Interim Assessments UYA HS will administer Interim Assessments towards the end of Quarter I, II, and III; three times annually. These interim assessments will align to the College Readiness Standards created by ACT. Following the administration of these assessments UYA HS teachers will meet to discuss the result and create re-teaching plans as a part of our data days. Smarter Balanced Tests: As determined by the Michigan Department of Education, University YES Academy High School students will take the state Smarter Balanced tests during the final 12 weeks of the school year. MME The Michigan Merit Examination is a three part examination administered in the State of Michigan to HS Juniors. This test includes: The ACT, the Work Keys and the Michigan Components. The MME is administered in the spring of each year and is a paper/pencil test. EOS / EOC’s (End of Course / End of Semester) Exams End of course/semester Exams will be administered at the end of semester 1 (January) and semester 2 (June).


Attendance & Truancy Policies


HIGH SCHOOL – ATTENDANCE PROCEDURE

Absence Regular and timely attendance is a determining factor in educational success. UYA’s annual attendance goal is to have at least 95% scholar attendance. Critical academic information that will lead to college preparation is lost each time a student is out of class or school. For this reason, UYA HS believes all students should be in school every day, unless there is a valid reason for an absence, such as medical or religious needs.

Scholars who receive 10 or more absences in a course in a semester will not receive credit for that course.

Further, we believe in the involvement of parents/ guardians in the academic process and we encourage ongoing communication between home and school, particularly regarding attendance. UYA staff will make every attempt to assist families in addressing attendance concerns.

Attendance Recording - A scholar will be marked absent for the entire day if the scholar is absent every class period - A scholar who is absent less than a full day will be marked absent only in those classes from which they are

absent - A scholar who is more than 30 minutes late to class will be marked absent in that class period only. - Any class that is double blocked must take attendance twice.

Absentee Documentation When a student is absent for medical reasons, in most cases a parent or legal guardian’s written explanation would be sufficient. However, if the principal or designee has reason to believe that the excuse is not valid, further documentation from the parent or legal guardian or a doctor/physician may be requested. Specifically, if a scholar is out more than 3 days, we’d request the parent to provide a doctor’s note.

To ensure proper documentation of the note, written verification from the parent or doctor should include the following information:

Date of absence

Reason for absence

Name of student (First and Last) / Student number

Parent / Doctor signature

Parent / Doctor daytime phone number

Timeframe for Excusing an Absence If an acceptable written explanation of the absence is not provided within three (3) school days, the absence will be classified as unexcused.

HIGH SCHOOL – TARDY PROCEDURE

When scholars arrive in the classroom after the academic day or that academic period begins, their tardiness presents a significant distraction to the learning environment. A tardy for HS scholars for attendance purposes is defined as a scholar who is not inside the classroom, when the tardy bell stops ringing. Students will receive 1 official absence for every 3 tardies they receive in a given period.

1. A scholar carrying a pass from a staff member should be classified as tardy – excused and should be allowed to enter class as normal.

2. Scholars who are unexcused tardy will enter the class without disrupting class and sign their initials and the time they enter on the “Tardy Tracker”. The teacher will follow up with consequences at a time that does not disrupt class.

3. UYA may perform occasional tardy sweeps that are unannounced. During this time teachers will lock their doors and not admit students to class. Student will report to a designated area to work during this period.


Scholar Policies and Procedures


ENROLLMENT

Enrollment University YES Academy (UYA) is a tuition-free, public charter school in Detroit, Michigan. UYA follows enrollment guidelines that are permitted by the State of Michigan and our charter authorizer, Bay Mills Community College. Applications for enrollment become available annually mid-January and are accepted until maximum capacity is reached. Interested parties may apply online or may obtain a paper application from the front desk and return it upon completion of the form. UYA High School requires the completion of an essay and home visit before the application is considered complete.

Nondiscriminatory Policy University YES Academy does not discriminate in admission to, access to, treatment in, or employment in its services, programs, or activities, on the basis of race, color or national origin, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI); on the basis of sex, in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; on the basis of disability, in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504) and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA); or on the basis of age, in accordance with the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 194 (ADEA). In addition, no person shall be discriminated against in admission to University YES Academy on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age, ancestry, athletic performance, special need, proficiency in English language or a foreign language, or prior academic achievement. No person shall be discriminated against in obtaining the advantages, privileges, or access to the courses of scholar offered by the school on the basis or race, sex, color, religion, national origin, or sexual orientation.

ARRIVALS AND DEPARTURES FROM CAMPUS UYA maintains a closed campus policy. Once a scholar arrives on campus, the scholar is to remain on campus until the end of the student’s school day. Any parents/guardians picking up scholars before dismissal time are required to go to the reception area, show a picture ID, and state their purpose for taking the scholar out of school. All visitors must report to the main office for a visitors pass when visiting the campus.

Arrival for High School Scholars: 8:00-8:25 Breakfast UYA Cafeteria

8:25 and after Late Entrance Main Office

8:25-8:30 Report to 1st period class UYA HS Hallway

8:30 Start of Class: Scholars who report after 8:30 will receive a tardy for first period.

UYA HS Hallway

Any scholar eating breakfast at UYA can eat in the cafeteria between 8:00 and 8:25am. At 8:25, students must report to their first period class, and be seated in their first period class by 8:30am. In order to take physical education, a scholar must sign up in advance. Physical education will take place during the “0 period,” between 7:35 and 8:25 every day. This class will be capped at 25 students, and students will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. UYA HS Students are not permitted to visit with middle school or elementary scholars as they prepare for the day, as this may be disruptive to their classes. High school scholars must enter through the cafeteria door. Any scholars who arrive after 8:30am must enter through the main entrance to Swipe in at the front desk and receive a late pass.


Departure for High School Scholars: UYA HS Scholars’ last period class ends at 4:00pm Monday-Thursday and at 1:30pm on Friday. UYA offers athletics, enrichment activities, and mandatory or self-selected tutoring, from 4:15pm – 5:00pm, Monday through Thursday. Scholars are not permitted to roam the building during this time. Scholars must report to their designated activity location immediately after the school day. Scholars who are not participating in after school activities must exit the building within 10 minutes of the dismissal time and are not allowed to re-enter the building. Exiting campus in an orderly fashion allows staff members to focus on supporting scholars that are staying for additional assistance.

FOOD SERVICE Breakfast All UYA HS students can receive a free breakfast in the UYA cafeteria every school day between 8:00 and 8:25am. Only students wishing to eat breakfast will be allowed in the cafeteria. All breakfast items must be consumed in the cafeteria by 8:25am to accommodate the first period schedule. Students must arrive to their first period class before 8:30am (when first period begins). Lunch All UYA HS students are eligible to receive a free hot lunch every school day. Students also have the option of bringing a lunch from home. A calendar of meals served is provided for parents at the reception desk and is sent home in the monthly newsletter. For questions regarding food services, please call the main office at 313-270-2556.

COMMUNICATION / OTHER COMPONENTS Communication & Emergency Contact Information It is the parent/guardian/scholar’s responsibility to ensure the correct home address and telephone and cellular phone numbers and emergency contact information are on file at school. Please contact the school to report any change of address, telephone or cellular phone numbers or incorrect information. Our schools are environments where respect and calmness permeate all interactions. Therefore, our schools require that all teacher-parent/ guardian communication – including in-person conversations, phone calls, voice mails, e-mail messages and text messages – be respectful, courteous and civil. When there are differences in opinion, those differences should still be expressed in a respectful and civil manner. The following violations of our communication norms will result in an immediate end to any meeting or phone conversation:

1. Disrespectful volume or tone (including raised voices). 2. Disrespectful content (including name-calling or interruptions). 3. Profane language (including any discriminatory language or words prohibited on primetime television). 4. Disrespectful body language (including eye-rolling or teeth-sucking) or threats of any kind. 5. Any aggressive physical contact (including pushing or shoving).

Moreover, when conversations have clearly gone past the point where productive problem-solving is an option, the school reserves the right to end the conversation and schedule additional time at a later date. Consequences for Violating Norms In the rare situation where a parent or guardian, or community member violates any of the norms above, the school will send home a “warning letter” detailing the incident and the violation(s). (A copy of this letter will be kept in the scholar’s permanent records)


If there is a second offense (or an egregious violation), the school will send home a letter prohibiting the parent, guardian or community member from visiting or meeting on the school campus for the remainder of the school year. (A copy of this letter will be kept in the scholar’s permanent records) All future meetings must then take place off-campus at an agreed-upon public location (e.g. a public library or community center). In addition, all communications with school staff for the remainder of the school year must take place in writing (via e-mail or mail) rather than over the telephone or in person. We believe that these steps will help ensure the safety of all scholars and staff and create the most productive, positive learning environment for all scholars. Parents as Partners Effective communication between the school and home is vital to the successful academic, emotional, and social well-being of scholars. To keep parent/ guardians informed of school events and scholar growth, the school communicates often with parent/ guardians through newsletters, telephone calls, and individual and group meetings. There will be academic conferences during the year which includes the parent, teacher, and scholar. These conferences will be an opportunity to showcase each scholar’s progress. Since parents/ guardians are encouraged to inquire about their child’s performance throughout the school year these conferences should serve as a review with very few surprises. During each conference, the scholar and teacher will review the scholar’s progress and discuss his/her strengths and opportunities for improvement. Parents/ guardians are encouraged to ask questions in order to learn as much as possible about their child’s performance. We aim to make our scholar led conferences a positive experience for everyone involved. Measuring and understanding parents’ satisfaction is an important part of our culture. In an effort to understand school-wide parents/ guardians’ satisfaction, scholars’ families are surveyed twice per year. Parents or guardians are expected to complete one survey for each child enrolled at the school.

Parent Concerns: If you have a concern about a school policy, academic grade, discipline decision, or anything else, we ask that you take some time to reflect on it. If you are still concerned after a day or two has passed, please follow the procedure below for parent/guardian concerns.

University YES Academy is committed to maintaining a strong partnership and ongoing dialogue between its teachers, staff, our scholars, and their families. If you have a concern about a school policy, academic grade, discipline decision, or anything else, we welcome your input and encourage you to first contact the appropriate staff member at the school in accordance with the General Resolution Process described below.

Please note that if the school gets multiple complaints on the same or a similar subject, the school may elect to consider all of the complaints in one process. We do this because responding individually to similar complaints could take an undue amount of time on the part of school staff.

Step 1: Contact Staff

Member Involved

If a parent or guardian has an issue or concern, the first step towards resolving the issue will be to contact the staff member involved by phone or email.

The parent/ guardian should call the school’s front desk to obtain contact information. The staff member and the parent/ guardian will discuss the issue either on the phone or in-person

and work to reach a resolution that satisfies both parties.

Teacher or Staff member (phone, email, or in-person

conversation)

Grade Level Chair

Dean of Students

(copy Manager of

School Operations)

(letter or form)

CEO, Superentind

ant

(letter or form)

BoardCommitte

e

(letter or form)

Board of Trustees

(Comments at

Meeting)

Authorizer

(letter or form)

Principal

(Manager of School

Operations)

(letter or form)


Step 3: Written

Complaint to Dean of Students

If the issue is not resolved satisfactorily, the parent / guardian’s next step is to contact the Grade Level Chair teacher of the staff member involved.

The staff member and the parent/ guardian will discuss the issue either on the phone or in-person and work to reach a resolution that satisfies both parties. If necessary, the GLC will communicate with the Dean of Students about the situation.

If the staff member involved is the GLC, a parent can proceed directly to Step 3.

If the issue is not resolved satisfactorily, the parent/ guardian’s next step is to write a letter to the

Dean of Students or use the parent/ guardian Complaint Process Form to explain the issue. The parent/ guardian may fax, email, mail, or hand-deliver (to the school’s front desk) the letter. The

parent/ guardian should contact the school’s front desk to obtain contact information for the Dean of Students.

The Dean of Students will reply within 3 business days, at least acknowledging the complaint has been received, and the Dean of Students may take up to 10 business days to investigate and reach a decision.

The Dean of Students will send a written decision to the parent/ guardian within 10 business days of the school receiving the complaint letter or form.

The parent/ guardian should copy the Manager of School Operations on the complaint form. The Manager of School Operations is responsible for monitoring the implementation of the complaint system.

Step 3: Written

Complaint to Principal

If the issue is not resolved satisfactorily, the parent/ guardian’s next step is to write a letter to the Principal or use the Parent/ guardian Complaint Process Form to explain the issue.

Follow the same steps listed above. (Please note that the Principal will not respond to complaints that have not gone through steps 1-3.)

Step 4: Written

Complaint to CEO,

Superintendent

If the parent/ guardian is unsatisfied with the principal’s decision, the parent/ guardian may write a letter to the CEO or use the Parent/ guardian Complaint Process Form to explain the issue.

Follow the same steps listed above. (Please note that the CEO will not respond to complaints that have not gone through steps 1-3.)

Step 5: Written Request

to meet with Board of Trustees

If parent/ guardian is still concerned after CEO’s decision, the parent/ guardian may schedule a meeting with the University YES Academy’s Board of Trustees.

Follow the same steps as above. (Please note that the committee will not respond to complaints that have not gone through steps 1-4.)

Step 6: Written

Complaint to Board of Trustees

If parent/ guardian is still concerned after the board committee’s decision, the parent/ guardian should write a letter to the board chair requesting time at the next board meeting.

The parent/ guardian can fax, email, mail, or hand-deliver (to the school’s front desk) the letter. The board chair / chair designee has 48 hours to reply to confirm that the board will hear the parent/ guardian’s issue.

The parent/ guardian will be given time for comments during the open session of the board meeting. If additional time is necessary, the board chair may allow such time to be extended. However, it is the board chair’s decision to extend time or not.

The board’s decision will be final. (Please note that the board will not respond to complaints that have not gone through steps 1-5.)

Step 7: Written

Complaint to Charter School

Authorizer

If the parent/ guardian is not satisfied with the board’s decision, the parent/ guardian may present their complaint to the appropriate College or University that authorized the school who shall investigate and respond.

(Please note that the school will ask the authorizer not respond to complaints that have not gone through steps 1-6.)

Step 8: Written Complaint

to State of Michigan Education

Department

If the parent/ guardian is not satisfied with the Charter School Authorizer’s response, the parent/ guardian may present their complaint to the State of Michigan Education Department, which shall investigate and respond.

The State of Michigan Education Department has the power and the duty to take remedial action as appropriate. (Please note that the state of Michigan will not respond if steps 1-7 are not followed.)

Step 2: Contact the Grade Level Chair (GLC)


Lost and Found Valuables Student valuables, electronics or large amounts of money should not be brought to school. UYA HS assumes not responsibility for the loss or theft of such valuables. Please consider labeling you scholar’s school clothing with a black sharpie. If school property is lost, it is the responsibility of the scholar and parents to pay the replacement cost. Field Trips Field trips are educational tools to enlighten the students of UYA. Scholars must wear appropriate uniforms or otherwise designated dress for field trips. All school rules and policies apply during UYA sponsored field trips. Scholars without a signed permission slip or who fail to submit other necessary paperwork or fees will remain at school, supervised by a classroom teacher or UYA staff member. Homework At UYA, homework is a natural extension of a student’s education. You can expect that your scholar will have homework based on the individual requirements of each teacher. Please consult the class expectations provided in each class.

Homework serves to reinforce skills and concepts previously taught in the classroom.

The purpose of homework is to enrich and to extend concepts being taught in the classroom, to build on the current day’s work, and prepare for the following day. Homework will be assigned 5 days a week [this includes studying for exams /quizzes].

The most positive way parents can assist their scholar to complete homework is by providing the scholar with a consistent time and place for study, making supplies available, and helping scholars develop organizational and time management skills. Therefore, they can finish and return their homework to school in a timely fashion. While parents are encouraged to assist their children, please remember that all homework should be the product of the scholar. In addition, if scholars have questions on an assignment, they are encouraged to request assistance from their peers or teachers via phone. Parents should refer to the UYA planner for daily assignments, exams and projects. The UYA planner is used to provide open communication between the school, scholar, and parent.

Homework for each grade level is assigned as follows. The teacher assigns homework as reinforcement of the day’s lesson or as preparation for the next day’s lesson. The assumption is that 75% of the students can finish the homework in the time allotted.

Expected Time Allotted for Homework Scholars in Ninth through Twelfth Grade can expect two to three hours of homework per night, depending on the course load (i.e. Honors and AP Classes). Scholars should also be reading at least 30 minutes every day. UYA HS encourages scholars to ask fellow classmates, parents, and teachers for help. Please adhere to academic integrity when helping scholars by following these suggestions:

Suggestions:

Answer clarifying questions about the assignment

Let your fellow scholar explain why he/she is confused

Show your fellow scholar how you would solve a similar problem

Suggest a different approach if your teammate gets stuck

Remind your teammate of useful resources (notes, classwork, text, office hours, or teacher

What not to do:

Give your homework to be reviewed or copied


Tell or explain your answer to your teammate

Show your fellow scholar exactly where to find an answer

SPECIAL EDUCATION AND STUDENT RIGHTS Special Education UYA HS complies with State and Federal laws associated with Special Education. Special Education programs are available for students with specific disabilities. For questions or concerns regarding special education, please contact Alana Ryles, UYA HS Special Education Teacher. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 provides:

No otherwise qualified individual with disabilities in the United States shall, solely by reason of her or his disability, as defined in Section 706(8) of this title, be excluded from the participation in, be denied benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance or under any program or activity conducted by any executive agency…

Section 504 was enacted to “eliminate discrimination on the basis of the disabilities in any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” This includes all programs or activities of a school district, regardless of whether the specific program or activities of a school district, regardless of whether the specific program or activity involved is a direct recipient of federal funds. It is a civil rights or equal opportunity law. The implementing regulations of Section 504 require that public elementary and secondary schools identify, evaluate, and provide a free appropriate public education (FAPE) to students who are known or suspected of qualifying as disabled students. Section 504 regulations also require that parents of students known or suspected of qualifying as disabled students be provided with notice of procedural safeguards that apply to a school district’s actions regarding disable students under Section 504, FAPE is defined as the provision of regular or special education and related aids and services that (1) are designed to meet the individual educational needs of a person with a disability as adequately as the needs of a person without disability are met and (2) are based upon the requirements of Section 504 or the Individual with Disabilities Education Act (“IDEA”), another federal law relating to the provision of special education. Response to Intervention (RTI) The Response to Intervention (RTI) is a school-based early intervention resource for students experiencing academic or behavioral challenges. It focuses on a student’s academic needs and specific behavioral concerns. The classroom teacher will refer students to RTI after exhausting available strategies to help the student succeed. Parents are notified by the teacher if their child is referred to the RTI process. FERPA

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99) is a Federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education. FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to their children's education records. These rights transfer to the student when he or she reaches the age of 18 or attends a school beyond the high school level. Students to whom the rights have transferred are "eligible students.”

Parents or eligible students have the right to inspect and review the student's education records maintained by the school. Schools are not required to provide copies of records unless for reasons such as


relocation, when it is impossible for parents or eligible students to review the records. Schools may charge a fee for copies.

Parents or eligible students have the right to request that a school correct records which they believe to be inaccurate or misleading. If the school decides not to amend the record, the parent or eligible student then has the right to a formal hearing. After the hearing, if the school still decides not to amend the record, the parent or eligible student has the right to place a statement with the record setting forth his or her view about the contested information.

Generally, schools must have written permission from the parent or eligible student in order to release any information from a student's education record. However, FERPA allows schools to disclose those records, without consent, to the following parties or under the following conditions (34 CFR § 99.31):

- School officials with legitimate educational interest

- Other schools to which a student is transferring

- Specified officials for audit or evaluation purposes

- Appropriate parties in connection with financial aid to a student

- Organizations conducting certain studies for or on behalf of the school

- Accrediting organizations

- To comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued subpoena

- Appropriate officials in cases of health and safety emergencies

- State and local authorities, within a juvenile justice system, pursuant to

specific state law. Schools may disclose, without consent, "directory" information such as a student's name, address, telephone number, date and place of birth, honors and awards, and dates of attendance. However, schools must tell parents and eligible students about directory information and allow parents and eligible students a reasonable amount of time to request that the school not disclose directory information about them. Schools must notify parents and eligible students annually of their rights under FERPA. The means of notification (special letter, inclusion in a PTA bulletin, student handbook, or newspaper article) is left to the discretion of each school.


Scholar Discipline


DISCIPLINE POLICIES

Cellular Phones/Electronic Devices Cellular /Smart phone use by students is prohibited on campus. Phones must be turned off during school hours. The cell phone can not be visible or audible on the school campus. Scholars may not use text messaging or social media features anywhere on campus (including restrooms) and may not charge phones while on campus. The phone can only be used to communicate with parents outside of school hours. Sexting, cyber-bullying and/or social media posts sent from scholars at times during school are grounds for immediate suspension and possible expulsion. Please see Parent/Scholar guide to discipline, attendance and truancy- Discipline Matrix. If a scholar is using a cellular phone for any reason during school hours, the following steps will be taken: First Offense: The phone will be confiscated and signed out only to a parent Second Offense: The phone will be confiscated and signed out only to a parent and the scholar will receive detention Third Offense: The phone will be confiscated and kept in the school’s possession until the end of the school year.

In addition, during testing (state, ACT, AP, SAT exams, etc.) it is not permissible for students to be in possession of a cell phone on their person or in their backpack or purse. All cell phones must be turned in to teachers before testing begins. Failure to do so will result in a student’s suspension from UYA HS and the test results may be negated.

Harassment and Intimidation (Bullying) Policies Harassment and Intimidation are prohibited at UYA High School.

Harassment means a willful act or course that is not otherwise authorized by law and is: 1. Highly offensive to a reasonable person; and

2. Intended to cause and actually causes another person to suffer serious emotional distress.

Intimidation means a willful act or course of conduct that is not otherwise authorized by a law and: 1. Is highly offensive to a reasonable person; and

2. Poses a threat of immediate harm or actually inflicts harm to another person or to the property of another person.

It is declared that: 1. A learning environment that is safe and respectful is essential for the pupils enrolled in the school to achieve academic success and meet this state’s high academic standards;

2. Any form of harassment or intimidation in our school seriously interferes with the ability of teachers to teach in the classroom and the ability of scholars to learn;

3. The intended goal is to ensure that: a. The school provides a safe and respectful learning environment in which persons of differing beliefs, characteristics and background can realize their full academic and personal potential;

b. All administrators, principals, teachers and other personnel of the school demonstrate appropriate behavior on the premises of any school by treating other persons, including, without limitation, pupils, with dignity and respect and by refusing to tolerate harassment or intimidation;

4. By declaring its goal that the school to provide a safe and respectful learning environment, the school is not advocating or requiring the acceptance of different beliefs in a manner that would inhibit the freedom of expression, but is requiring that pupils with differing beliefs be free from abuse and harassment.

5. A member of the board of trustees, administrator, principal, teacher or other staff member nor any scholar shall not engage in harassment or intimidation on the premised of our school, at any activity sponsored or bus (or other form of transportation).

Threats to Harm Oneself Suicide is a serious issue and the threat of suicide will not be taken lightly. UYA staff will be trained on suicide prevention and intervention. Scholars are encouraged to seek help immediately if they have suicidal thoughts. Scholars


deemed making false suicidal threats significantly impact the ability of staff to provide services to other students and will be addressed.

Anti-Social Prevention The information listed below is to acquaint you with the warning signs of anti-social behavior and some tips for prevention. This information should be used as a guideline only. The presence of one or more of these warning signs does not always mean that a young person will exhibit violent behavior. It is important to keep in mind that there are many possible factors that could contribute to youth violence. Please contact the school social worker.

Warning signs: 1. Threatening Physical Harm

2. Abusive Language, Especially Aimed at Authority Figure or Friend

3. Difficulty Controlling Anger

4. Plans to Get Back at or Even With Other

5. Bullying or Intimidating

6. Treatment of Others as Personal Property

7. Punching or Fighting

8. Engaging in Racial or Other Ethnic Conflict

9. Violent Outburst 10. Suicidal Plans, Thoughts or Ideation

11. Continued Failure to Take Responsibility for Actions

12. Previous Aggressive Behavior

13. Little or No Remorse for Actions

14. Withdrawn – little social interaction with peers

15. Vandalizing School Property

16. Engaging in Sexual Harassment

Tips for Preventing Anti-Social Behaviors:

Teach scholars that reporting violence or threats of violence is important.

Parents are encouraged to communicate with schools, especially when a scholar is experiencing problems.

Work as a team with school personnel to address early behavior that may lead to violence.

Talk to young people about violence in advance – Do not wait until the issue comes up because of a specific incident.

When a specific incident occurs either at school or in the media, discuss how it might have been prevented. – What constructive choices might have been available?

Encourage scholars to get involved in school activities.

Watch for any unusual behavior and report it to appropriate school personnel.

Set expectations for appropriate scholar behavior and communicate consequences.

Set a good example.

Should anyone feel that he/she is a victim of harassment or intimidation, please contact our school social worker or administrator.

Drugs and Alcohol The possession or use of alcohol or illegal drugs is strictly prohibited on campus and at all school-sponsored events. Any such possession will result in immediate expulsion.

Restricted Areas The teacher’ lounges and workrooms are for UYA staff use only. We ask that scholars and parents not enter the lounge and/or use the equipment. An exception occurs when a parent volunteer is under the direction of an UYA employee. Also students are asked to use only designated stairwells.


SCHOLAR CULTURE POLICIES

UYA Scholar Expectations University YES Academy High School must be a safe and secure place for all scholars. Scholars who attend UYA HS must follow school rules and accept responsibility for making UYA safe and secure. Our vision for student culture at UYA HS is to have a highly trained staff and engaged community dedicated to educating each student, not only with the necessary academic skills, but also the necessary character to be college ready and compete in the 21st century global economy.

UYA Lions Behavioral Matrix – PRIDE

P

-Preparedness R

-Respect I

-Integrity D

-Dependability

E –Effort Towards College

& Beyond

Classroom - Participate - Be prepared with needed materials

- Use appropriate language - Follow directions

- Do your own work - Seek assistance appropriately

- Be on task - Electronic Devices off and out of sight (unless permission has been granted)

- Turn in assignments - Track progress to ensure a high GPA; be responsible for behavior & grades

Hallways

- Move when scheduled - Go to lockers in the morning, before lunch and after school only.

- Have a hall pass with you when not in class - Only request to leave class for emergencies

- Be where you are supposed to be

- Arrive to school on time - Get to class on time

- Attend all classes when on campus

Cafeteria

- Sit near those you’d like to speak with to avoid yelling. - Come with a pass if you need to leave for tutoring or detention

- Use appropriate language - Follow directions - Wait your turn to get your food -Use respectful volume

- Ask before taking or touching someone else’s food - Bring appropriate food that does not require a microwave

-Clean up after yourself. We always leave a place better that we found it. - Get permission or have a pass for meetings, tutoring or going to the bathroom.

- Use cafeteria time to eat. Do not use class time to eat. - Scholars are encouraged to engage in working lunches

Bathroom

- Use the bathroom properly -Wash hands

- Use the bathroom for the intended purpose

- This is a smoke/drug/phone free environment

- Leave the bathroom clean -Return to class from the bathroom in a timely fashion

- Reserve bathroom breaks for between classes

Bus

- Follow the instructions of the bus drivers and aids -Be at your bus stop on time. After school get on the bus in a timely fashion

- Treat everyone the way you’d like to be treated

- Obey bus rules

- Be where you’re supposed to be -Help keep the bus clean

- Use the bus to get to and from school

Special Situations

- Professionally address staff, other adults, and peers with respect

- Listen, follow directions and use appropriate language

-Follow rules and procedures

- Give your best effort -Represent UYA with pride

- Focus on learning & listening


Instructional behavioral support: UYA HS will provide a reinforcement of behavioral expectations that are taught and discussed explicitly with scholars throughout the year, with an emphasis during the first two weeks of school.

The first two weeks of school during advisory and throughout the day, all staff members will explain and demonstrate University YES Academy’s rituals and routines. Teachers and staff members will continue to remind scholars of proper procedures. Scholars that meet or exceed these expectations may get positive calls home or other recognition (shout outs at weekly meeting or nomination to student of the month).

School Wide Rituals and Routines: Scholars will:

Follow UYA expectations the first time

Be monitored in the hallway during class time restroom breaks

Only travel in the hallway during class time for emergencies

Take no food/drink into classroom (except when authorized by UYA staff members)

Use no electronic devices during or in class

Respond respectfully to adults, staff and peers. High School students are urged to be especially mindful of younger scholars on our campus.

Scholars will:

Respect and be courteous to other scholars

Respect adults

Respect Property

Interact safely

NOT fight, push, shove or hit other scholars/people.

NOT intimidate, extort, harass and/or do bodily harm to any person (No Bullying)

NOT use social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.) or email to harass, threaten, disparage, ridicule or verbally abuse any student (No Cyberbullying)

NOT have weapons of any kind (including toys)

NOT use profanity or sexual language or gestures

NOT name call or disparage

NOT deface or destroy school property

NOT possess or use illegal substances or alcohol

Walk, not run on school grounds (expect for gym or sporting events where appropriate)

Eat lunch and congregate in designated or assigned areas only

Follow rules of games and exhibit good sportsmanship

Carefully use school books, equipment and educational materials.

Inform school security, teachers and or administrators of problems on campus.

Minor Discipline Infractions UYA teachers will address minor disciplinary infractions through a progressive discipline system.

5 Progressive Steps of Consequences 1. Warning (Verbal and/or Written) 2. Phone call home 3. Detention 4. Parent and/or Administrative Conference 5. Referral (Detention/Suspension)


MAJOR DISCIPLINE MATRIX

This applies to ALL school related activities (On / Off Campus)

Behavior Consequence Duration 1. Global threats to harm students or staff at UYA

Scholar may not return to school without having a psychological evaluation with UYA assigned professional within 48 hrs.

Suspension and / or Expulsion

2. Academic Dishonesty

Cheating on projects

Cheating on tests

Cheating on papers

Cheating on assignments (including copying homework / using media devices)

Changing grades

Forging Signatures (parent / teacher/ admin)

Plagiarism Plagiarism is defined as : 1. Stealing or passing off ideas or words of another as one’s own 2. Using another’s production without crediting the source 3. Committing literary theft 4. Presenting a new and original idea or product derived from an existing source

At the discretion of the Administrator, consequences will be based upon severity – with range from STEP program to expulsion.

Suspension (up to 5 days) and /or Expulsion

3. Weapons possession Expulsion Permanent (Expulsion)

4. Gang affiliation (Artwork, hand gestures, verbal / written)

Expulsion Permanent (Expulsion)

5. Drug related activities Suspension and/or STEP Program or Expulsion

Suspension (up to 5 days) and /or Permanent (Expulsion)

6. Possession or selling of drugs or alcohol

Expulsion Permanent (Expulsion)

7. Possession of tobacco Suspension and/or STEP Program or Expulsion


8. Fighting Suspension and/or STEP Suspension (up to 5 days) and


Program or Expulsion /or Permanent (Expulsion)

9. Stealing Suspension and/or STEP Program or Expulsion


10. Sending or taking vulgar or inappropriate pictures via text, email, or other websites (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc)

Suspension and/or STEP Program or Expulsion


11. Intimidating / harassing / bullying other scholars on / off campus or via technology



12. Minor Vandalism – under $25 in damage

Detention, rectify damage, pay for or replace damaged property, loss of school activities

Detention or Suspension (1 day)

13. Major Vandalism – over $25 in damage

Parent responsible for repairs within 7 to 10 business days, Suspension and/or STEP Program or Expulsion


14. Defiance (ignore /lying) / Blatant Defiance

Detention, Suspension and/or STEP Program or Expulsion


15. Excessive Tardies 1. Conference with scholar and family, detention, suspension, Loss of free transition privilege

Suspension (up to 5 days)

16. Profanity a. Not directed at someone (oral, visual, gestures and/or written) b. Directed at someone (oral, visual, gestures and/or written)

Detention, Suspension and/or STEP Program or Expulsion


17. Leaving school ground without permission



18. Truancy or Ditching class Detention or Suspension and STEP program

Suspension (1 day)

19. Public Displays of affection and/or public humiliation

Detention or Suspension and STEP program


20. Physical or verbal assault or harassment of any adult

Suspension or Expulsion Suspension (up to 5 days) and/or Permanent (Expulsion)

21. Habitual Minor Infraction Suspension or Expulsion Suspension (up to 5 days) and/or Permanent (Expulsion)

22. Skipping Detention Detention or Suspension and STEP program


23. Bus infraction Bus suspension or Bus expulsion Suspension from bus (up to 5 days) and/or Permanent (Expulsion from bus)


STEP (Scholars Tracking Educational Progress) Program The STEP Program is an intervention program that is designed to guide student towards a more suitable behavior before the student is subjected to more serious consequences (ex: expulsion). Students who are in the STEP Program have demonstrated a serious or reoccurring disregard for the spirit of the rules and expectation of UYA High School. Only administration can place a student in the STEP Program; however, a teacher can recommend that a student be placed in the STEP program after providing supporting documentation. As a guide scholars who have received a referral more than twice in one month or have accumulated 4 office referrals will be considered for the STEP Program. Students can be placed on any STEP at any time based on the severity and/or frequency of the infraction. Some offenses are so severe that a student may be suspended or expelled without referral to the STEP program (ex: possession or selling drugs, gang affiliation, possession of a weapon, repeated bullying, etc.)

STEP 1

Parent Contact (Letter / conference / phone call)

Placed on behavioral contract

Minimum of 30 days

Bi-weekly check in with Dean

If no major referrals, exited from STEP 1. If there are any major referrals, may be moved to STEP 2

STEP 2

Parent Contact (Letter / conference / phone call)


Minimum of 60 days (30 may have been served on STEP 1)

Weekly check in with Dean

30+ days suspension from school sponsored clubs, activities and athletics

If no major referrals, exited from STEP 2. If there are any major referrals, may be moved to STEP 3

STEP 3

Letter home to parents and required parent conference


To be served out the remainder of school year (or a minimum of 60 days to be served in the following school year if there are less than 60 days remaining)

Weekly check in with Dean or Principal

60+ days suspension from school sponsored clubs, activities and athletics

Completion of reflection project with assistance / support provided by scholar’s advisor

Determination if counseling/ social work support necessaryIf no major referrals, exited from STEP 3. If there are any major referrals, may be considered for expulsion

Expulsion If a scholar is expelled, his/her parents or guardians will be notified to pick up the scholar from school. The parents or guardians will also be notified that the student is being recommended for expulsion and of the due process rights. Parents will have the choice of appealing the administration’s recommendation of expulsion to UYA’s Superintendent or in some cases withdrawing their scholar from school. Any behavior that is deemed to be against local, state or federal law will be reported to the proper authorities.

Note: 1) The STEP Program days are school days not calendar days. 2) STEP statuses carry over into the new school year (ex: A student is placed on STEP 3 in May, the remaining days of the STEP Program would be recognized when school resumes in September)


Scholar Activities


ATHLETICS

UYA HS scholars will have the opportunity to participate in athletics through MHSAA (Michigan High School Athletic Association). Students will be required to meet eligibility (academic and character) requirements and have a physical in order to participate in athletics at UYA. For our scholars, athletics is a privilege and something that is earned once it is demonstrated that their obligations as a scholar are being met.

Whether on or off the UYA campus, scholar athletes and spectators are expected to conduct themselves with good sportsmanship. Scholar-athletes must consistently show hard work, discipline, respect and good character – both on and off the court or field.

Sports Teams The following sports programs will be offered for the 2013-2014 school year.

Fall Winter Spring Girls Volleyball (JV/Varsity)

Cheerleading

Boys Basketball (JV/Varsity)

Girls Basketball (JV)

Cheerleading

Boys & Girls Track & Field (JV)

Scholar-athletes will participate in the MIA league. Coaches will review athletic policies specific to their program.

Eligibility Requirements

Must pay the athletic fee as outlined

Bi-weekly the scholar may have no more than 3 Cs below 75 and no F’s

Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or above

Maintain an attendance rate of 95% or better.

No more than 2 tardies bi-weekly.

No more than 2 minor discipline incidents

No major discipline referrals Pay-to-Play/Athletic Fees A crucial factor in maintaining our athletic department is funding. While we secure funding through our district and other means, participating scholars must also contribute by paying a scholar athletic fee. Fees are outlined below:

$50.00 Junior Varsity Sports

$75.00 Varsity Sports

$125.00 All year Participation Scholars who wish to participate in high school athletics, must meet the above requirements and pay the athletic fee once they are on the team, but before beginning the season. Athletic fees allow UYA to maintain the scope of athletic programs and to continue to offer a variety of opportunities outside of the classroom. There are no refunds under any circumstance, including if the scholar is put on academic probation, quits, or is no longer on the team for some other reason. Athletic programs are an extra-curricular program and are not a requirement.

Responsibilities of the Scholar-Athlete Being a member of The UYA Lions athletic program is an honor and privilege which carries with it certain standards and responsibilities that must be maintained. Building an athletic tradition that students, parents and staff can be proud of takes hard work on the part of all involved over many years. It is now your role to help build tradition and pride.

1. Responsibility to yourself: The most important of these responsibilities is to broaden yourself and develop strength of character. There are many important life-long character traits that can be developed through participation in athletics, and many life lessons to be learned as you complete. You owe it to yourself to obtain the most from your school experience, academics, other extracurricular activities and sports.


2. Responsibility to your school (UYA HS): Another responsibility you assume as a team member is to your school. UYA cannot build and maintain a reputation as an outstanding school unless you do your best in whatever activity you engage. By participating in athletics to the maximum of your ability, you are positively contributing to the image of your school. You assume a leadership role when you are on the athletic team. The student body and citizens of the community know you and are watching you. The student body, the school community and other communities judge our school by your conduct and attitude. You contribute greatly to school spirit and community pride.

3. Responsibility to your coaches: Many hours of time and effort go into the planning and orchestrating of athletic teams. The coaches play a major role seeking to ensure a successful athletic season. Be on time to practices and games. Take care of the equipment issued to you by the coaches. Communicate responsibly and respectfully with the coaches. Know that the coaches have made a commitment to you and the team. Support the coaches and your teammates.

4. Responsibility to your teammates and others: Other students are watching you. They are emulating you in many ways. Set good examples for them. Do not physically or psychologically intimidate any fellow athlete or student. Be a great teammate and role model.

Scholar-athlete Training / Season Rules Scholar-athletes of UYA shall not possess, use, sell, give, transmit, or be under the influence of any drug, the possession of which is prohibited by law. This includes narcotics, hallucinogenic, alcohol, amphetamines, steroids, cocaine, marijuana or intoxicants of any kind. The use or possession of any tobacco product is also prohibited. This rule applies at any school-sponsored athletic event including during, after school, on the bus/van, before, during or after games, whether they are home or away.

UYA Athletics Code of Ethics As an athlete, I understand that it is my responsibility to abide by the following:

Place academic achievement as the highest priority.

Display good sportsmanship and exhibit fair play and proper conduct on and off the playing field.

Make smart choices and refrain from using all chemical substances such as alcohol, tobacco and illegal drugs.

Show respect for teammates, opponents, officials and coaches.

Respect the integrity and judgment of game officials.

Refrain from the use of profanity, vulgarity and other offensive language or gestures.

Return all athletic equipment clean and on time. The athlete is held responsible for lost, stolen or damaged equipment. A late fee will be assessed on items returned past the published deadline. A replacement fee will be assessed based on replacement costs for all items not returned.

Attend all scheduled practices and games. In the event of an emergency situation prohibiting my attendance, I will communicate this information to my coach in the manner prescribed by him/her. I understand that failure to attend a practice may result in reduced game playing time.

Notify my coach before the trip or have my parents talk to the coach after the game if I have traveled with the team to a game, but will not be returning with the team.

Attend school for three-quarters day as a requirement for participation in the game that day/evening.

Follow all school disciplinary rules as described in the school handbook. I understand that not complying with school rules may impact my ability to play or participate on the team.

Win with character; lose with dignity. Communication When a problem or issue arises, the following are to be contacted by the student or parent in this order: 1. Coach within 24 hours 2. Athletic Director 3. Principal 4. Superintendent


Coach – Player Expectations Coaches expect players to abide by the following:

Be on time for practices and games

Be at all practices, games and meetings

Be academically eligible

Be committed for the season

Be “coachable” (i.e., players listen, focus during practice, implement what the coach wants, and give 100%)

Work on the sport during the off season

Talk to the coach if there is a problem

Let the coach know 24 hours in advance if an appointment that will interfere with the player’s practice

Treat each other and the coach with respect

Trust the coach’s experience, knowledge of the game, and the ability to make decisions in the best interests of the team

Players expect coaches to abide by the following:

Make it fun

Lead and motivate players to bring out the best in themselves

Model the behaviors they expect

Respect their players and expect respect from the players

Teach fundamentals, strategies, game and practice preparation

Don’t get angry at players personally

Be openly available to talk about the sport, or any problem, success or situation

Care about them beyond the sport

Help make the season rewarding and fulfilling no matter the record

Communicate clearly what is necessary to improve Coach – Parents Expectations Coaches expect parents to abide by the following:

To get their children to practices and games on time

To leave coaching decisions up to the coach (e.g., positions, strategy, playing time, etc.)

To voice concerns by setting up an appointment that is convenient for both parties to discuss the concern (not during or after practices or games)

To exercise good sportsmanship

To know that coaches sometimes make mistakes but that they are working hard for the success of the team and the individuals on that team

To encourage their scholar to come talk to the coach first if they have a problem

To support the coach’s techniques, drills, expectations and directives when the scholar complains

IT IS SCHOOL POLICY THAT PARENTS MUST PICK UP THEIR CHILD FROM PRACTICE AND GAMES ON TIME. Repeated lateness in picking up your child from games or practice will result in your child losing the privilege of playing on the team.

Parents expect coaches to abide by the following:

To provide information: Practice schedules, team rosters, game schedules, directions to games, rules, concerns about their son/daughter, needs, arrival times back from games, etc.

To understand coaching decisions

To provide a safe environment

To promote good sportsmanship, reinforce a zero tolerance substance abuse message to the children and to develop healthy relationships between players.

To be positive with the athletes and to help build confident children

To treat athletes as though they were their own children

To be the adult and set a good example for the athletes.


Academic Probation On a bi-weekly basis advisors will be responsible for tracking the grades of the scholars in their advisory. Advisors will execute this procedure prior to every progress report distribution. If a scholar has three or more Cs below 75 in any three classes or any Fs, the advisor will begin tracking that scholar’s progress with regular meetings about progress in that class. The scholar and advisor will be responsible for coming up with an action plan for improving grades. We will ask the parent and teacher to review and sign off on the plan. The advisor will report concerns to parents and administration. After week four if the scholar’s grades have improved, they would be removed from the “scholars of concern” list. If they still have any Cs, they will continue to adjust their academic plan. If they have any Fs after four weeks, they will be placed on academic probation. At this point a member of administration will schedule a meeting with the scholar and parents to alert them to the issue, the academic plan, and get their feedback.

If a scholar is on academic probation, he or she ineligible for participation in afterschool and extracurricular activities, including athletics, until he/she is no longer on probation.

Athletic Recognition Scholar-athletes who participate in team sports and maintain a 3.5 GPA or above will be honored at the end of year awards ceremony.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Students are UYA are encouraged to participate in clubs & organizations. In our founding year, we will look to the leadership of our scholars to help us shape what clubs and organizations will be offered. Some potential clubs include:

Dance Team

Drama club

Debate club

National Honor Society

Student Government

Yearbook

If you are interested in starting a club or organization at UYA, you must work with an adult advisor who is employed at UYA. They must be willing to volunteer to supervise and assist in organizing club activities. Interested groups should create proposals complete with letter of support from the adult advisor for consideration.

Please note that all student activities must be approved by UYA administration.

DANCES

When attending any UYA HS dance, students are required to adhere to the following standards:

Attire must be neither excessively revealing nor excessively baggy. (The appropriateness of attire is ultimately at the discretion of the school staff.). Sagging is not permitted.

Cigarette products, alcohol, illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia, and/or weapons are prohibited.

Dangerous or inappropriate dancing is prohibited.

Students must follow all directions given by a chaperone in a respectful manner.

Students may not leave the premises during the dance.

SERVICE LEARNING DAYS

Service learning equips scholars to contribute to society by engaging them in activities that benefit their community. For example, scholars may work to improve their neighborhood environment through “green” initiatives or assist classmates or younger scholars through peer tutoring. UYA Scholars are required to complete 200 service hours (50 service hours per year) prior to their graduation. Since YES stands for Y – Youth, E – Engaged in, S – Service; we believe it is essential for our scholars to learn to art of giving back to the Detroit community. We feel this investment of time and service can


only help our scholars to develop a better understanding of the needs and challenges in the larger Detroit community in order to become better ambassadors of the motor city.

These service hours will be in addition to the normal hours that students attend. To assist students in meeting this requirement, UYA HS will schedule at least 10 service learning days per grade level, per year. In this way scholars can provide approximately 5 hours of service per session and complete their requirement for the year. Our service learning days this year will be scheduled on Saturdays. The schedule of the 14 - 15 year is as follows:

Service Learning Days 2013 -2014 September 20th February 7th

October 18th March 14th

November 15th April 18th

December 13th May 16th

January 10th June 13th

Scholars do have the option of completing these hours outside of the UYA specified times, but will need to provide documentation in the form of a signed letter from a non-profit organization that includes:

Name, title, phone number of the contact person who supervised the scholar

Date and # of hours the scholar volunteered / provided service

A brief description of what the scholar did In addition to providing the school with a copy of this letter, scholars & parents are encouraged to keep a copy for themselves for their own record keeping purposes.


Uniforms


GENERAL APPEARANCE

Full uniform is mandatory for all scholars each day. It ensures that we represent a united community in which scholars are not distracted by fashion at school, and that scholars build habits of professional-style dress. Staff should also maintain habits of professional dress. While we will not require staff to wear clothing as conservative as scholars, we should also ensure that we uphold by our example the standards and rationale for professional dress that we are preaching to scholars. All scholar dress code items are purchased individually, except for ties and patches which may be purchased through the school at the front desk. Uniform checks will be performed as scholars enter the building and periodically throughout the day. The dress code is strictly enforced. Disciplinary action (as specified by our progressive discipline system) will result if students do not uphold the dress code. Shirts must be tucked in at all times. Pants and shorts must be worn at the waist. Belts are to be worn. Preferred belt colors are black, navy or brown/tan. Sagging Pants/Shorts, Sweat clothes, Bulky Necklaces, Flip Flops, and/or House Slippers ARE PROHIBITED. If any of these items are worn they may be confiscated. If the uniform issue is not remedied the parent will be contacted to correct it. If it is not corrected there may be further disciplinary action taken.

Hats (of any style) are never to be worn inside the UYA building.

Professional Dress Day—Every Wednesday (Boys & Girls) In addition to the normal components of the UYA HS uniform, scholars are required to show their professional style every Wednesday by wearing a navy blue blazer with the UYA HS logo.

Unacceptable Dress No distracting hairstyles (extreme colors or styles – Mohawk, dye, etc.)

All undershirts must be white and not oversized or undersized (unable to tuck in)

Scholars may not wear clothing that is dirty or has significant stains

Wearing of hats, headbands, head wraps, bandanas, kerchiefs, jackets, or fleeces is not permitted.

Scholars may not use headphones/music equipment, cell phones, Bluetooth earpieces, etc.; all such items must not be visible or audible

Earrings and other jewelry must be appropriate size

Young Men’s Uniform

Mandatory Young Men’s Uniform

Long or short-sleeved plain, button-down white shirt (*must be tucked in at all times)

UYA HS tie tightened with top button buttoned.

On Wednesdays, all UYA HS scholars must wear a navy blue blazer with UYA HS patch.

Black or Brown Belt

Khaki or navy blue pants. No sweatpants, extra baggy pants, or jeans are permitted.


Navy blue, tan or white dress socks

All-black or all-brown shoes (no colored stitching, laces, or soles)

Optional Young Men’s Uniform

Solid Navy V-Neck Sweater

Solid Navy V-Neck Sweater-vest

Solid navy V-Neck Cardigan

Young Ladies’ Uniform

Mandatory Young Women’s Uniform

Long or short-sleeved plain, button-down white shirt( *must be tucked in at all times)

UYA HS Tie (Girls or Boys option) tightened with top button buttoned.

On Wednesdays, all UYA HS scholars must also wear a navy blue blazer with UYA patch.

Khaki or navy blue pants. No skinny pants, sweatpants, or jeans are permitted.

Khaki or navy blue knee-length skirt

Navy blue, tan or white dress socks or tights

Solid navy leggings or stockings (not patterned) tights with or skirts are permitted.

All black or all-brown shoes (no colored stitching, laces, or soles)

Optional Young Women’s Uniform

Solid Navy V-Neck Sweater

Solid Navy V-Neck Sweater-vest

Solid navy V-Neck Cardigan

PE Uniform Scholars who participate in UYA HS’s early-bird physical education class should arrive to class in their PE

uniform clothes. Scholars will have time to change after PE and before 1st hour begins. Below are the guidelines for physical education dress code:

T-Shirt

Athletic shorts or sweatpants

Gym Shoes

**Scholars may not wear any revealing clothing that the physical education instructor or school administrator deems inappropriate.

Dress Down Days There will be designated days throughout the school year when scholars will be permitted to wear items other than

the school uniform. These days will be determined by the school principal, and scholars will have the ability to earn eligibility to participate in these dress down days.

Guidelines:

Tops: T-shirts, sweatshirts, sweaters, or button-down shirts. For women: blouses are acceptable. o Must have short or long sleeves; no tank tops o May be a hoodie, but hoods may not be worn in school o Must be completely opaque; no material that is slightly transparent

Bottoms: For men: jeans or long pants. For women: jeans, long pants, skirts (to the knee), capri (3/4) pants, shorts (no more than 1 inch above the knee) are acceptable.


o Pants may not have chains or metal studs o Jeggings/leggings, yoga pants/sweat pants, and gym pants are not allowed

Must be business casual fit for tops and bottoms o Must not be too tight, determined at school’s discretion (e.g., no skinny jeans or skin-tight tops) o Must not be too loose, determined at school’s discretion (e.g., no baggy jeans or over-sized T-shirts) o No cleavage o Skirts must hit the knee when standing


Appendix A: School Calendar


Appendix B: Family Concern Form University YES Academy is committed to maintaining a strong partnership and ongoing dialogue between its teachers, staff, our scholars, and their families. If you have a concern about a school policy, academic grade, discipline decision, or anything else, we welcome your input and encourage you to contact the appropriate staff member at the school. Please use this form to describe an incident/issue and submit the form to the school’s Dean, Manager or Operations, or Principal.

Today’s Date: _________________ Your Name: _____________________________________________ Phone Number: ___________________________ Scholar’s Name: _________________________________________ Grade: __________ Relationship to Scholar: _________________________ Have you discussed this issue with anyone at the school yet? Yes No If yes, who were you in touch with? _______________________________________________________ What was the result? __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________

Please describe the nature of your concern. Be sure to include the DATE of the incident and the NAMES of any people who were involved. (Please attach extra pages if you need more space).

__________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________


Appendix c: Technology Usage Policy Acceptable Usage Policy

NETWORK & INTERNET ACCESS AGREEMENT FOR NETWORK USERS

This agreement is entered into this _____ day of _______________, ______, between_________________________________, hereinafter referred to as Network user, and University YES Academy hereinafter referred to as District. The purpose of this agreement is to provide Network and Internet access, hereinafter referred to as Network, for educational purposes to the Network user. As such, this access will (1) assist in the collaboration and exchange of information, (2) facilitate personal growth in the use of technology, and (3) enhance information gathering and communication skills.

The intent of this agreement is to ensure that Network users will comply with all Network and Internet acceptable use policies approved by the District.

In exchange for the use of the Network resources, either at school or away from school, I understand and agree to the following:

The use of the Network is a privilege, which may be revoked by the District at any time and for any reason. Appropriate reasons for revoking privileges include, but are not limited to, the altering of system software, the placing of unauthorized information, computer viruses, or harmful programs on or through the computer system in either public or private files or messages. The District reserves the right to remove files, limit or deny access, and refer the user for other disciplinary actions. The District reserves all rights to any material stored in files, and will remove any material which it, at its sole discretion, believes may be unlawful, obscene, pornographic, abusive, or otherwise objectionable. Network users will not use their District-approved computer account/access to obtain; view, download, or otherwise gain accesses to such materials. All information services and features contained on District or Network resources are intended for the private use of its registered users, and any use of these resources for commercial-for-profit or other unauthorized purposes (e.g. advertisements, political lobbying), in any form, is expressly forbidden.

The District and/or Network resources are intended for the exclusive use by their registered users. The Network user is responsible for the use of his/her account/password and/or access privilege. Any problems, which arise from the use of a user’s account, are the responsibility of the account holder. Use of an account by someone other than the registered account holder is forbidden, and may be grounds for loss of access privileges.

Any misuse of the account will result in suspension of the account privileges and/or other disciplinary action determined by the District. Misuse shall include, but not limited to: • Intentionally seeking information on, obtaining copies of, or modifying files, other data, or passwords belonging to other users, • Misrepresenting other users on the Network, • Disrupting the operation of the Network through abuse of the hardware or software, • Malicious uses of the Network through hate mail, harassment, profanity, vulgar statements, or discriminatory remarks, posting

chain letters or engaging in “spamming” (that is, sending an annoying or unnecessary message to a large number of people) • Interfering with others' use of the Network, • Extensive use for non-curriculum-related communication, • Illegal installation of copyrighted and/or non-copyrighted software, • Unauthorized downsizing, copying, or use of licensed or copyrighted software, • Use of internet chat rooms is prohibited unless for educational forums) • Game playing using the Internet or loading games not authorized as part of the teaching curriculum is prohibited. • The use of District and/or Network resources is for the purpose of: • Support of the academic program, telecommunications, and general information



The District and/or Network does not warrant that the functions of the system will meet any specific requirements the user may have, or that it will be error free or uninterrupted; nor shall it be liable for any direct or indirect, incidental, or consequential damages (including lost data, information, or time) sustained or incurred in connection with the use, operation, or inability to use the system.

The Network user will diligently delete old files on file server on a frequent basis from their personal directory to avoid excessive use of the disk space

The District and/or Network will periodically make determinations on whether specific uses of the Network are consistent with the acceptable-use practice. The District and/or Network reserve the right to log use, and to monitor file server disk space utilization by users.

UNIVERSITY YES ACADE Should the Network user transfer a file, shareware, or software, which infects the Network with a virus and causes damage, the Network user will be liable for any and all repair costs to make the Network once again fully operational, and may be subject to other disciplinary measures as determined by the District. The Network user may only log on and use the Network under the immediate supervision of a staff member, and only with his/her authorized account number. The District recognizes the federal requirements for privacy and Internet safety. All content filtering is done by Dans Guardian.

The District reserves the right to log computer use, and to monitor file server space utilization by users. The District reserves the right to remove a user account on the Network to prevent unauthorized activity.


Personal Safety 1. You will not post contact information (e.g., address, phone number) about yourself or any other person.

2. You will not agree to meet with someone you have met online without approval of your parent/ guardians. Any contact of this

nature of the receipt of any message you feel is inappropriate or makes you feel uncomfortable should be reported to school authorities.

In consideration for the privileges of using the District and/or Network resources, and in consideration for having access to the information contained on the Network, or by the Network, I hereby release the District, Network and their operators and administration from any and all claims of any nature arising from my use, or inability to use the District and/or Network resources.

I agree to abide by such rules and the District and/or Network may further add regulations of system usage as from time-to-time. These rules will be available in hard copy form in the Principal's office.

Both the scholar and parent or guardian must sign below and return to the Principal's Office to receive computer access.

-------------------------------------------------------------- Print Scholar’s Name ______________________________________ ________________ Signature of Network User Date

NETWORK & INTERNET ACCESS AGREEMENT FOR NETWORK USERS S ACADEMY TECHNOLOGY PLAN 2011-2014

As the scholar's parent /guardian, I agree to this agreement and will indemnify the District for any fees, expenses, or damages incurred as a result of my child's use or misuse of the Network or equipment.

_______________________________________________ __________________ Parent/Guardian Signature Date


Family Acknowledgement Page

University YES Academy Family Handbook Thank you for your review of the Family Handbook for UYA. Please sign and return this acknowledgment with your scholar. We have read the University YES Academy Student Handbook, and we accept the policies and procedures contained within it. We have also read and understand the University YES Academy Honor Code and acknowledge its importance to the academic life at University YES Academy. I, the University YES Academy student, understand that my failure to follow the expected policies and procedures may result in disciplinary action, and my ability to abide by these standards of conduct will be a factor in whether or not I am invited to attend University YES Academy in the future. I, the University YES Academy student, understand that I am responsible for my behavior on the school bus and field trips, and that unacceptable behavior by me will result in discipline measures that may include the suspension or denial of my bus and field trip privileges. I agree to abide by the rules as set forth in this contract and will accept the consequences for any offenses I may choose to engage in.

I, as a parent/guardian of a University YES Academy student, understand the bus and field trip rules and expectations, and I understand that such rules are needed and will be enforced for the safety of my child. By signing this, I grant permission for my student to attend school-sponsored field trips throughout the year.

Student Name________________________________________________________________________________________________ Grade________________ Homeroom_____________________________________________________________________________ Student Signature ____________________________________________Date ____________________________________________ Parent / Guardian Name________________________________________________________________________________________ Parent Signature ____________________________________________________Date _____________________________________

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