Colorado Academy Upper School Handbook

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Colorado Academy Upper School Handbook Revised August, 2012 helps keep a student on track, both academically and emotionally, through his or her high school years. The individualized attention inherent in the program also strongly supports our school's mission (see CA Mission Statement at the front of this book). Assemblies All-school assemblies are held frequently in the Froelicher Theatre or Newton Gymnasium. Many of these are devoted to the opportunity to watch other members of our community perform. On occasion, we are also fortunate to be able to welcome visiting speakers and performers. Every student in the Upper School is expected to arrive at assembly promptly and to observe mature, supportive and appropriate audience behavior throughout the lecture or performance. Students who do not have classes before assembly are expected to arrive in time to attend assembly. Campus is closed (students are not allowed to leave) for ALL students during assembly and during the activity period that either follows or precedes assembly on most days. If a student must miss assembly, the student must be excused by a parent or teacher before the assembly. In all cases the Upper School Office staff should be notified. Athletic Eligibility All interscholastic sports in the athletic program are governed by the Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA). A student is considered ineligible for competition if he/she is taking fewer than four academic courses or if he/she is failing or has an incomplete in the equivalent of 1/2 Carnegie unit of credit (two courses in one trimester). In order to play in a game, the student must attend classes the first half of the school day (8:20 a.m. - 12:00 noon). Athletic Uniforms Uniforms are issued to students for team participation. The student is responsible for the care and laundering of these uniforms. If uniforms are lost or damaged, students will be billed for their replacement or repair cost. Statements of uniform policy are available in the Athletic Office. Attendance It is our responsibility to promote the academic success of all of our students, and regular school attendance is a critical piece of that success. When a student misses school, the class is negatively affected as is the student. Although a child may complete missing assignments, what they missed over the course of the day simply cannot be made up. The interactions, discussions, collaborative work, etc. are not things that a family can replicate. Even though the reason for the absence may seem valid, it is still an absence. Vacations and extended trips, regardless of the value of the location, result in missed opportunities for learning. So we ask that families not extend vacation periods with extra days missed from school. Other specific policies and procedures regarding procedures and policies for reporting absences are noted below. • When a student is absent for five or more days in a trimester the Principal reviews his/her record and may request a conference with the parents/guardians and the student's advisor. No distinction will be made between excused and unexcused absences. 8
Colorado Academy Upper School Handbook Revised August, 2012 • Students who are absent over nine days in a trimester may not receive credit for the courses affected. • Students who cut (ditch) classes will be handled as a disciplinary issue by the class deans or Principal. • In some cases where a pattern of school absences continues after school communication and meetings have occurred, the contract for the next school year may be held in a probationary status or not issued. 1. Notifying School The safety and security of our students is of primary concern. Our attendance policies are designed to help us account for our students throughout the school day. Parent cooperation in this regard is expected in order for us to fulfill this important part of our responsibilities. a. Parents or guardians, not students, must call the Upper School Office (914-2598) by 8:30 a.m. or send a note to school with the student if he/she will be tardy or absent for any portion of the school day, including leaving school early. b. Any absence, late arrival or early dismissal not excused by a parent note or call will be considered unexcused. It is the responsibility of the parents or guardians to contact the school regarding their student's absence, late arrival or early dismissal. c. Please call your student's coach or the CA Athletic Office at 914-2574 if your child will be absent on a day a game is being played. It is NOT necessary to call the coach or athletic office if your student will miss practice only. 2. Excused Absence a. An absence is excused under the following circumstances: 1) illness, 2) medical appointment, 3) personal business which can be accomplished only within the period of the school day (parent sanction). b. When an absence is excused in advance by a parent, the student consults with his/her teachers to determine the arrangements for completing assignments. 3. Unexcused Absence a. When an absence is unexcused, the student may not submit any assignment for full credit; however, the teacher reserves the right to require that all work be submitted and determines the procedure for evaluating that work. 9
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