Summer Academic Programs 2013 - York County Schools
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academic<br />
summer<br />
programs<br />
<strong>2013</strong> Catalog
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<strong>Summer</strong> <strong>Academic</strong> <strong>Programs</strong><br />
<strong>2013</strong><br />
Table of Contents<br />
• General Information .................................................................... 3<br />
• Elementary School Academy (Grades K-5) ................................ 4<br />
• Middle School Academies (Grades 6-8) ............................... 5<br />
• High School Academy (Grades 9-12) ......................................... 6<br />
• High School SOL Academy ......................................................... 7<br />
• Verified Credit Academy ............................................................ 8<br />
• Virtual High School Academy (Grades 9-12) .............................. 9<br />
• Transportation Schedule ........................................................... 12<br />
<strong>York</strong> <strong>County</strong> Administration ...................................................... 13
3<br />
GENERAL INFORMATION/YCSD SUMMER ACADEMIC PROGRAMS<br />
Location:<br />
Dates:<br />
Registration:<br />
Transportation:<br />
Attendance:<br />
Student Services:<br />
Tuition:<br />
Books/Materials:<br />
Examinations:<br />
Conduct:<br />
Dress Code:<br />
Food Service:<br />
Parking:<br />
Middle and high school programs are held at Tabb High School. Elementary<br />
programs are held at Tabb Elementary School.<br />
Specific <strong>Summer</strong> Academy dates are shown on <strong>Academic</strong> Program pages.<br />
The <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>Academic</strong> <strong>Programs</strong> Registration Form is available in the<br />
offices of all <strong>York</strong> <strong>County</strong> schools.<br />
Express bus service will be provided. See Transportation Schedule on page<br />
12.<br />
No absences or tardies are permitted in any of the YCSD <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>Academic</strong><br />
<strong>Programs</strong>.<br />
Students with an identified disability enrolled in <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>Academic</strong> <strong>Programs</strong><br />
will be provided appropriate services and support by licensed special education<br />
staff.<br />
Some programs are free of charge; others require a tuition payment.<br />
Scholarships will not be offered for high school credit-bearing classes.<br />
Parents must complete a Withdrawal Form and submit it to the appropriate<br />
administrator by July 11. All refunds will be processed on July 11 and must be<br />
picked up by a parent at Tabb High School. No refunds will be made after<br />
July 11. No refund of fees will be made if a student is dismissed for<br />
disciplinary reasons or excessive absences.<br />
Textbooks, instructional resources, and library services are available during the<br />
<strong>Summer</strong> <strong>Academic</strong> <strong>Programs</strong>. All textbooks and library books must be<br />
returned. Students who damage books will be required to pay the repair or<br />
replacement cost. Students who have not met obligations with regard to books<br />
or materials will not be permitted to take final exams or to receive credit for<br />
completed work.<br />
There are no exam exemptions during <strong>Summer</strong> High School Academy.<br />
The <strong>York</strong> <strong>County</strong> School Division Student Handbook & Student Conduct Code<br />
(2012 – <strong>2013</strong>) will be strictly enforced.<br />
The dress code, as set forth in the <strong>York</strong> <strong>County</strong> School Division Student<br />
Handbook & Student Conduct Code (2012 – <strong>2013</strong>), will be strictly enforced.<br />
Snack foods are available for purchase during middle and high school<br />
programs. All students (elementary, middle & high) may bring snacks.<br />
Students wishing to park on campus during <strong>Summer</strong> High School Academy<br />
must pay a $25 fee at the time of registration. Rules will be issued with the<br />
parking permit.
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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ACADEMY<br />
The Elementary School Academy is designed for students currently<br />
enrolled in grades K – 5. Enrollment is based on test results (Stanford and<br />
Standards of Learning Tests), academic performance, and<br />
teacher/administrator recommendation. There is no fee for the academy for<br />
students who qualify through school recommendation. Parents who wish to<br />
enroll their child in this academy must contact their child’s school to complete the online<br />
registration.<br />
The Elementary School Academy provides students with remediation in the areas of English:<br />
reading & writing and mathematics through a hands-on approach as well as direct teacher<br />
instruction and the use of computer software. The focus of instruction will be appropriate gradelevel<br />
Standards of Learning. Test-taking strategies and study skills are included.<br />
Open House<br />
• June 20, <strong>2013</strong><br />
• 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.<br />
• Tabb Elementary School<br />
Dates/Time/Location<br />
• June 24 – July 24, <strong>2013</strong> (July 4, Independence Day observed/<strong>Schools</strong> & Offices closed)<br />
• 7:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. / Monday – Thursday<br />
• Tabb Elementary School<br />
Registration<br />
• Selected participants will be registered by their home schools, and parents of these students<br />
will be notified by their child’s principal by May 31.<br />
• Students currently enrolled in the <strong>York</strong> <strong>County</strong> School Division (grades K – 5) who do not<br />
qualify for the academy based on school recommendation may register for the Elementary<br />
School Academy at their home school until June 7. Students who have not registered by<br />
June 7 must register on Monday-Wednesday, June 17 – 19, from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at<br />
Tabb Elementary School. NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER JUNE 20.
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MIDDLE SCHOOL SOL ACADEMIES<br />
The Middle School English and Math Academy is designed for students enrolled in grades 6-<br />
8 who have been identified as needing academic support in the areas of English: reading &<br />
writing and mathematics. Students are eligible for the Middle School <strong>Summer</strong> Academy based<br />
on test results (Stanford and Standards of Learning Tests), academic performance, and<br />
teacher/administrator recommendation. There is no fee for the academy for students who<br />
qualify through school recommendation. Parents who wish to enroll their child in this academy<br />
must contact their child’s guidance counselor to complete the online registration.<br />
Dates/Time/Location<br />
• June 24 – July 24, <strong>2013</strong> (July 4, Independence Day observed/<strong>Schools</strong> & Offices<br />
closed)<br />
• 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. / Monday – Thursday<br />
• Tabb High School<br />
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The Middle School Science Academy provides students with instruction based on the<br />
Standards of Learning for each grade level. The academy will include direct teacher<br />
instruction, lab activities, data analysis and projects. Students will be given the<br />
opportunity to demonstrate mastery of the objectives at the appropriate grade level.<br />
Dates/Time/Location<br />
• June 24 – July 9, <strong>2013</strong> (July 4, Independence Day observed/<strong>Schools</strong> & Offices<br />
closed)<br />
• 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. / Monday – Thursday<br />
• Tabb High School<br />
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The Middle School History/Social Science Academy provides students with instruction based<br />
on the Standards of Learning for each grade level. The academy will involve direct teacher<br />
instruction, hands-on activities and projects. Students will be given the opportunity to<br />
demonstrate mastery of the objectives at the appropriate grade level.<br />
Dates/Time/Location<br />
• July 10 – July 24, <strong>2013</strong> (July 4, Independence Day observed/<strong>Schools</strong> & Offices closed)<br />
• 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. / Monday – Thursday<br />
• Tabb High School<br />
Registration<br />
• Selected participants will be registered by their home schools, and parents of these students<br />
will be notified by their child’s principal by May 31.<br />
• Students currently enrolled in the <strong>York</strong> <strong>County</strong> School Division (grades 6 – 8) who do not<br />
qualify for the academies based on school recommendation may register for a Middle<br />
School Academy at their home school until June 7. Students who have not registered by<br />
June 7 must register on Monday-Wednesday, June 17 – 19, from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at<br />
Tabb High School. NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER JUNE 20.
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HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY<br />
High School Academy is designed for rising 9 – 12 grade students. High school students may<br />
earn a repeat credit. For a semester mathematics Part B course, students may earn either .5<br />
repeat credit or .5 original credit. Each course is 74 instructional class hours; credit cannot be<br />
awarded to students who fail to receive 74 hours of instruction. There are no exam exemptions<br />
during <strong>Summer</strong> Academy. Driver Education/Behind-the-Wheel instruction is not offered.<br />
Courses with low enrollment may not be offered. High School Academy course offerings<br />
are not intended for International Baccalaureate students. Tuition is $450 for <strong>York</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />
residents; tuition is $500 for non-resident students. Checks are made payable to the school<br />
where registration is completed. Scholarships will not be offered for high school creditbearing<br />
classes. If a course is cancelled or a student withdraws from High School Academy<br />
prior to the start of classes, a refund of tuition will be made by July 11. Parents who wish to<br />
enroll their child in this academy must contact their child’s guidance counselor to complete the<br />
online registration. Courses offered in High School Academy include:<br />
High School Courses<br />
1130 English 9 2440 Virginia & US Govt. 4210 Earth Science<br />
1140 English 10 31302 Algebra I B 4310 Biology I<br />
1150 English 11 31432 Geometry B 4410 Chemistry I<br />
1160 English 12 31352 Algebra II B 5110 French I<br />
2215 World History I 3184 Computer Math 5510 Spanish I<br />
2216 World History II 7300 Health/PE 9<br />
2360 Virginia & US History 7405 Health/PE10/Classroom<br />
Driver’s Education<br />
Dates/Time/Location<br />
• June 24 – July 25, <strong>2013</strong> (July 4, Independence Day observed/<strong>Schools</strong> & Offices closed)<br />
• 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. / Monday – Thursday (dismissal on July 25 at 10:00 a.m.)<br />
• Tabb High School<br />
• High School Academy Graduation, July 25, <strong>2013</strong>, 3:00 p.m., Tabb High School<br />
(Graduating seniors are required to attend a rehearsal at 12:30 p.m. on July 24.)<br />
Exam Schedule<br />
• End-of-Course SOL Tests: Multiple Choice: Writing Paper/Pencil, July 15 or Online testing, July 17<br />
& SP: Writing Paper/Pencil, July 16 or Online testing, July 18; other SOL Tests, July 23.<br />
• Final Exams: July 25<br />
Registration<br />
• Students may register for only one course.<br />
• Students currently enrolled in the <strong>York</strong> <strong>County</strong> School Division (grades 9 – 12) may register for the<br />
High School Academy at their home school until June 7. Students who have not registered by June<br />
7 must register on Monday-Wednesday, June 17 – 19, from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at Tabb High<br />
School. NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER JUNE 20.<br />
• Non-resident students may register on a space-available basis, and parents must provide<br />
transportation. Non-resident students must submit a completed Out-of-System Student Information<br />
Form signed by the principal of their home school.
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HIGH SCHOOL SOL ACADEMY<br />
The High School SOL Academy is designed for students who have passed the English 11, Algebra I, or Earth<br />
Science course but have not passed the SOL test for the course and therefore have not earned the required verified<br />
credit for graduation. These students may take a summer remediation course in English 11, Algebra I, or Earth<br />
Science and retake the SOL test at the end of the High School SOL Academy. Students are identified for the High<br />
School SOL Academy by their school principal. Tuition is not charged for the High School SOL Academy, and parents<br />
who wish to enroll their child in this academy must contact their child’s guidance counselor to complete the online<br />
registration. Recommended students may register for up to two (2) courses.<br />
ENGLISH 11/Writing (MC/SP)<br />
Dates/Time/Location<br />
• June 24 – July 10, <strong>2013</strong> (July 4, Independence Day observed/<strong>Schools</strong> & Offices closed)<br />
• 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. / Monday – Thursday<br />
• Tabb High School<br />
• SOL Test Dates: Multiple Choice: Writing Paper/Pencil, July 15 or Online testing, July 17 & SP:<br />
Writing Paper/Pencil, July 16 or Online testing, July 18<br />
Dates/Time/Location<br />
ENGLISH 11/Reading<br />
• July 11 – 23, <strong>2013</strong> (July 4, Independence Day observed/<strong>Schools</strong> & Offices closed)<br />
• 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. / Monday – Thursday<br />
• Tabb High School<br />
• SOL Test Date: July 23<br />
EARTH SCIENCE<br />
Dates/Time/Location<br />
• June 24 – July 8, <strong>2013</strong> (July 4, Independence Day observed/<strong>Schools</strong> & Offices closed)<br />
• 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. / Monday – Thursday<br />
• Tabb High School<br />
• SOL Test Dates: July 23<br />
ALGEBRA I<br />
Dates/Time/Location<br />
• July 9 – 23, <strong>2013</strong> (July 4, Independence Day observed/<strong>Schools</strong> & Offices closed)<br />
• Tabb High School<br />
• 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. / Monday – Thursday<br />
• SOL Test Date: July 23<br />
Registration<br />
• Recommended students may register for up to two (2) courses.<br />
• Currently enrolled students who meet the criteria for this academy may register for a course in the High School<br />
SOL Academy at their home school until June 7. Students who have not registered by June 7 must register on<br />
Monday – Wednesday, June 17 – 19, from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at Tabb High School. NO REGISTRATIONS<br />
WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER JUNE 20.
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VERIFIED CREDIT ACADEMY<br />
The Verified Credit Academy is designed for students who have passed<br />
the World History I, World History II, Virginia & U.S. History, Earth<br />
Science, Biology, or Chemistry courses, have scored between 375 and<br />
399 on the SOL test for the course in one of at least two attempts, and<br />
therefore have not earned the required verified credit for graduation.<br />
These students may participate in no more than two courses in the Verified Credit Academy.<br />
To earn verified credit through the Verified Credit Academy, students are required to complete<br />
specific assignments and a final project.<br />
Students are identified for the Verified Credit<br />
Academy by their school principal based on the criteria above. Tuition is not charged for the<br />
Verified Credit Academy, and parents who wish to enroll their child in this academy must<br />
contact their child’s guidance counselor to complete the online registration.<br />
Students in the Verified Credit Academy are required to meet twice with the academy<br />
facilitator as indicated below. At the first meeting, the facilitator will provide the student with a<br />
course syllabus, textbook, and assignment expectations, including the final project. At the<br />
second meeting, the student will submit his/her portfolio of completed work and the final project;<br />
however, additional days may be required for completion of assigned work. Verified Credit<br />
Academy work is completed independently by the student, although the facilitator is available to<br />
assist if needed. A school division committee reviews all Verified Credit Academy student<br />
portfolios and awards verified credit appropriately. Students must provide their own<br />
transportation.<br />
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Verified Credit Academy for World History I, World History II, and Virginia & U.S. History<br />
Required Days<br />
• Monday, June 24, and Monday, July 11, <strong>2013</strong><br />
• 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.<br />
• Tabb High School<br />
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Verified Credit Academy for Earth Science, Biology, and Chemistry<br />
Required Days<br />
• Tuesday, July 9, and Wednesday, July 23, <strong>2013</strong><br />
• 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.<br />
• Tabb High School<br />
Registration<br />
• Students who meet the criteria for this academy may register for the Verified Credit<br />
Academy at their home school until June 7. Students who have not registered by June<br />
7 must register on Monday – Wednesday, June 17 – 19, from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at<br />
Tabb High School. NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER JUNE 20.
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VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY<br />
Virtual High School (VHS) Academy is designed for rising 9 through current 12 grade students. VHS<br />
provides secondary students with the opportunity for online learning. Students may earn up to one (1)<br />
original credit and two (2) repeat credits. A computer lab will be available onsite during <strong>Summer</strong> Academy<br />
hours (8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.) for students who need a more structured environment to complete online<br />
coursework. Semester math may be taken as .5 original or repeat credit (credit recovery). Each original<br />
credit course is 140 online instructional class hours, and semester courses are 70 online instructional<br />
class hours. Credit recovery is an online course for students who have completed the seat hours of a<br />
course and must repeat the course. Credit recovery teaches the concepts for students to demonstrate<br />
mastery of the content.<br />
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Credit cannot be awarded to students who fail to complete the required hours of online<br />
instruction.<br />
Parents who wish to enroll their child in this academy must contact their child’s guidance<br />
counselor to complete the online registration.<br />
Driver Education/Behind-the-Wheel instruction is not offered.<br />
There are no exam exemptions during <strong>Summer</strong> Academy.<br />
Courses with low enrollment may not be offered.<br />
Students participating in International Baccalaureate Program may not take courses in VHS<br />
<strong>Summer</strong> Academy except Health/Physical Education 9 or 10.<br />
Tuition for a Virtual High School Academy one credit course is $550 and $300 for .5 credit<br />
course for <strong>York</strong> <strong>County</strong> residents and non-residents. <strong>York</strong> <strong>County</strong> residents should make checks<br />
payable to the school where registration is completed.<br />
Scholarships will not be offered for high school credit-bearing classes.<br />
Non-residents should contact Reginald Fox (898-0454) or Gary Lupton (833-2148) for registration<br />
information. Tuition must be paid in full at the time of registration.<br />
If a course is cancelled or a student withdraws from Virtual High School Academy prior to the<br />
start of classes, a refund of tuition will be made by July 11.<br />
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Onsite at the <strong>Summer</strong> Academy<br />
Taking your Virtual class at the high school in a computer lab<br />
In the Virtual High School (VHS) Academy we have created another<br />
opportunity for students to complete their virtual courses. We have provided a<br />
structured environment where the student reports to a computer lab at the<br />
<strong>Summer</strong> Academy between 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.<br />
Students may take<br />
advantage of transportation provided by the <strong>York</strong> <strong>County</strong> School Division (see<br />
page 12).<br />
Our structured environment includes a mentor who is an experienced Virtual High School teacher and is assigned to<br />
work with, and monitor progress and participation of the online students in the computer lab. The mentor can help<br />
students navigate the Learning Management System, Moodle and help students communicate with their online<br />
teachers. Students work each day, Monday through Friday to complete required assignments in their virtual courses<br />
in the lab at the <strong>Summer</strong> Academy location. Blackboard Collaborate (Elluminate) sessions scheduled by the online<br />
teacher during lab times are required and will be posted weekly. Attendance is required Monday through Thursday<br />
from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Students will continue their coursework at home on Friday. Daily log ins for coursework<br />
completion are required.<br />
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Taking your Virtual class at home<br />
As a student in the Virtual High School (VHS) <strong>Summer</strong> Academy, coursework is completed each day in<br />
the comfort of the student’s home, Monday through Friday during times that are convenient to their<br />
schedule courses. Blackboard Collaborate (Elluminate) sessions scheduled by the online teacher are<br />
required and will be posted weekly. The student will review instructional interactive materials, complete<br />
assignments, and communicate with their online teacher daily. Students are required to log into their online<br />
course daily.
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VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY<br />
Courses offered in Virtual High School Academy for original credit or repeat credit (credit recovery)<br />
includes:<br />
V1130 English 9<br />
V1140 English 10<br />
V1150 English 11<br />
V1160 English 12<br />
V2215 World History I<br />
V2216 World History II<br />
V2360 Virginia & US History<br />
V2440 Virginia & US Govt.<br />
V3130 Algebra I A&B* +<br />
V3143 Geometry A&B* +<br />
V3135 Algebra II A&B* +<br />
V3134 Algebra, Functions &<br />
Data Analysis<br />
V3162 Math Analysis<br />
V3184 Computer Math<br />
V3150 Trigonometry#<br />
V4210 Earth Science I<br />
V4310 Biology I<br />
V4410 Chemistry<br />
V4510 Physics<br />
V4610 Ecology/Environ Science<br />
V5510 Spanish I<br />
V5520 Spanish II<br />
V5530 Spanish III<br />
V6120 Econ & Personal Finance<br />
V7300 Health/PE 9<br />
V7405 Health/PE10/Classroom<br />
Driver Education<br />
*For YCSD students, these courses<br />
include parts A & B.<br />
+Denotes semesters may be taken<br />
separately.<br />
#Denotes semester course (.5 credit)<br />
Dates/Location<br />
• June 21 – July 25, <strong>2013</strong> (July 4, Independence Day observed/<strong>Schools</strong> & Offices closed)<br />
• Location: Online (http://ycsd.remote-learner.net; username and password provided at orientation) at home or<br />
Onsite <strong>Summer</strong> Academy computer lab accessing content online at http://ycsd.remote-learner.net<br />
High School Academy Graduation, July 25, <strong>2013</strong>, 3:00 p.m., Tabb High School<br />
(Graduating seniors are required to attend a rehearsal at 12:30 p.m. on July 24.)<br />
Exam Schedule<br />
• End-of-Course SOL Tests: English Writing – Multiple Choice: Writing Paper/Pencil, July 15 or Online testing, July 17;<br />
SOL Test HS English Writing – SP: Writing Paper/Pencil, July 16 or Online testing, July 18;<br />
other SOL tests and VHS seniors: July 23<br />
• Final Exams: July 25, VHS seniors July 25<br />
Registration<br />
• Students may earn up to 3 credits, one (1) course for original credit and no more than two (2) courses for<br />
repeat credit. Credits must be verified on the registration form.<br />
• Students must complete a separate registration form for each online course.<br />
• Students currently enrolled in the <strong>York</strong> <strong>County</strong> School Division may register for Virtual High School<br />
Academy at their home school until June 7. Students who have not registered by June 7 must register on<br />
Monday – Wednesday, June 17 – 19, from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at Tabb High School. NO<br />
REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER JUNE 20.<br />
• Non-resident students may register on a space-available basis. Non-resident students must submit a<br />
completed Out-of-System Student Information Form signed by the principal of their home school.<br />
• No refund of tuition will be made if a student is dismissed for disciplinary reasons or for excessive “virtual<br />
absences” (lack of daily login and participation).<br />
Technology<br />
• Students who enroll in Virtual High School Academy are required to have their own computer with Internet<br />
and e-mail access. Daily login and at least 4 hours of active participation per day is required. Access is<br />
provided at both of the <strong>York</strong> <strong>County</strong> public libraries.<br />
• Students and parents are required to have valid e-mail addresses.<br />
Training<br />
• Mandatory training for students enrolled in Virtual High School Academy will be held<br />
Wednesday, June 19, from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., or Thursday, June 20 from<br />
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Tabb High School. Students will be notified of the specific date and time to<br />
report. Parents are required to attend. Additional training will be provided for Driver Education students<br />
on Monday, June 24 from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at Tabb High School, Computer Lab 317.
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VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY (CONT’D)<br />
Content Management—Students use a web-based Learning Management System called<br />
Moodle. The courses in Moodle are organized in content blocks, making material easily<br />
accessible for students. The main components of a VHS course are:<br />
• Announcements—Welcome, communication of current information.<br />
• Calendar—Important activities and due dates.<br />
• Content Blocks—Content is separated into units or modules and listed in blocks in the<br />
center of the course main page.<br />
• Instruction—Course instruction includes a variety of activities and resources that are found<br />
in the content blocks and also organized and linked in the Activities block on the left of the screen.<br />
Communication—Ongoing communication is essential in an online<br />
learning environment. Students and instructors have various tools for online<br />
communication, including:<br />
• Forums—Discussion forums that allow for asynchronous communication.<br />
Participants discuss course content, ask questions, and reply to discussion<br />
prompts. Discussion threads are also e-mailed to students and<br />
instructors.<br />
• Messaging—Messaging allows for instant communication between users<br />
who are online at the same time. Messages are sent via e-mail when a<br />
user is not online.<br />
• Blackboard Collaborate (Elluminate)—These sessions are synchronous online class meetings that include<br />
instant messaging, live audio, and an electronic whiteboard with desktop and file sharing abilities.<br />
Attendance<br />
• No online absences are permitted during the Virtual High School Academy. Failure to login daily constitutes<br />
an online absence.<br />
• Credit cannot be awarded to students unless all requirements of the Virtual High School Academy course<br />
are fulfilled by July 25, <strong>2013</strong>.<br />
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Consider the questions below to determine if online learning is right for you…<br />
1. Do you feel that high-quality learning can take place in an online environment? Yes___No___<br />
2. Do you have (or are you willing to obtain) access to a computer, the Internet, and Yes___No___<br />
e-mail at home?<br />
3. Are you a self-motivated and self-disciplined person? Yes___No___<br />
4. Are you comfortable researching and communicating in writing? Yes___No___<br />
5. Are class discussions helpful to you? Yes___No___
<strong>2013</strong> SUMMER ACADEMY TRANSPORTATION SCHEDULE<br />
Express bus services will be offered at the beginning and end of each day. Parents are<br />
responsible for transporting students to and from the nearest pick-up point. The following bus<br />
schedule provides service to and from each summer school location.<br />
TABB HIGH SCHOOL: High & Middle School Program (8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)<br />
TABB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Elementary School Program (7:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.)<br />
Stop Location Stop Time Route<br />
Waller Mill Elementary School 6:40 1:31 1<br />
YMCA Sentara 6:52 1:03<br />
Newman Rd & Indiana Rd. 6:58 1:10<br />
Barlow Rd. & Skimino Rd. 7:01 1:16<br />
Rochambeau Dr. & Oaktree Rd. 7:06 12:55<br />
Bruton High School 7:10 12:45<br />
Queens Lake Middle School (Boys & Girls Club) 7:05 12:40 2<br />
Magruder Elementary School 7:10 12:35<br />
Banneker Dr. & Douglas Dr. 7:07 1:08 3<br />
Lebanon Church Rd. & Lafayette Dr. (Bus Shelter) 7:16 12:43<br />
Boys & Girls Club (NWS) 7:18 12:46<br />
Woods of <strong>York</strong>town 7:15 12:43 4<br />
Charles Brown Park 7:18 12:48<br />
<strong>York</strong>town Middle School 7:12 12:37 5<br />
Leigh Rd. & Walnut Dr. 7:17 12:42<br />
Leigh Rd. & Walnut Dr. 7:20 12:45<br />
Little Log Cabin 7:18 12:20 6<br />
<strong>York</strong> High School 7:20 12:25<br />
<strong>York</strong>town Elementary School 7:23 12:28<br />
Seaford Elementary School 7:20 12:25 7<br />
<strong>York</strong> <strong>County</strong> Rec. Services Bldg. 7:25 12:20<br />
Dare Elementary School 7:20 12:00 8<br />
Grafton Bethel Elementary School 7:25 12:05<br />
YMCA (Greenlands) (HS & MS ONLY) 7:37 12:13 9<br />
Coventry Elementary School (HS & MS ONLY) 7:42 12:10<br />
YMCA (Greenlands) (ES ONLY) 7:23 11:49 10<br />
Coventry Elementary School (ES ONLY) 7:25 11:53<br />
Bethel Manor Elementary School (ES ONLY) 7:32 11:59<br />
BM Youth Center (ES ONLY) 7:35 12:01<br />
Grafton Complex 7:18 12:30 11<br />
Tabb Middle School 7:27 12:18<br />
Mount Vernon Elementary School 7:30 12:15<br />
Tabb Elementary School (HS & MS ONLY) 7:38 12:05<br />
Kiln Creek Park 7:14 12:15 12<br />
Bethel Manor Elementary School (HS & MS ONLY) 7:28 12:00<br />
Bethel Manor Youth Center (HS & MS ONLY) 7:32 12:04<br />
Tabb High School (ES ONLY) 7:37 12:15<br />
<strong>York</strong>shire Downs Shopping Center 7:30 12:10 13<br />
Shady Banks Shopping Center 7:35 12:12<br />
Magruder Elementary School (OVERFLOW BUS) 7:10 12:45 14<br />
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The <strong>York</strong> <strong>County</strong> School Division<br />
SCHOOL BOARD<br />
Barbara S. Haywood, Chair<br />
R. Page Minter, Vice-Chair<br />
Robert W. George, D.D.S.<br />
Cindy Kirschke<br />
Mark A. Medford<br />
Eric Williams, Ed.D.<br />
Carl L. James, Ed.D.<br />
Stephanie Guy, Ed.D.<br />
Dennis R. Jarrett, CPA, CPFO<br />
Division Superintendent<br />
Chief Operations Officer<br />
Chief <strong>Academic</strong> Officer<br />
Chief Financial Officer<br />
Candi Skinner<br />
Lisa Pennycuff, Ed.D.<br />
Kipp Rogers, Ph.D.<br />
Catherine Jones, Ed.D.<br />
ACADEMIC SERVICES<br />
Director of Elementary Instruction<br />
Director of Accountability & Instructional Services<br />
Director of Secondary Instruction<br />
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION<br />
Director of School Administration<br />
SUMMER ACADEMIC PROGRAMS 2012<br />
Paul Rice<br />
Secondary <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>Academic</strong> <strong>Programs</strong><br />
Queens Lake Middle School<br />
e-mail: price@ycsd.york.va.us<br />
(757) 220-4084<br />
Aaron Butler<br />
Bruton High School<br />
Reginald Fox<br />
<strong>York</strong> <strong>County</strong> School Board Office<br />
Gary Lupton<br />
<strong>York</strong> <strong>County</strong> School Board Office<br />
Elementary <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>Academic</strong> <strong>Programs</strong><br />
e-mail: abutler@ycsd.york.va.us<br />
(757) 220-4567<br />
Virtual High School Academy<br />
e-mail: rfox@ycsd.york.va.us<br />
(757) 898-0454<br />
Online Learning Specialist<br />
e-mail: glupton@ycsd.york.va.us<br />
(757) 833-2148<br />
The <strong>York</strong> <strong>County</strong> School Division does not discriminate on the basis of race (Title VI), color, religion,<br />
national origin, sex (Title IX), age or disability (Section 504) in its educational programs, activities or<br />
employment. For more information contact Noreen Becci, Title IX Coordinator, YCSD, 302 Dare Road,<br />
<strong>York</strong>town, VA 23692, (757) 898-0349.