Hallsville R-IV Schools
High School Summer
Program
8th-12th grade students
2008 Handbook
“Accelerated Extended Learning”
June 2-June 27, 2008
The purpose of this
handbook is to provide information and suggestions for planning your child’s
summer activities in the Hallsville area.
We have presented the program guidelines and course descriptions. Established guidelines will be followed in
order to maintain consistent and equitable processing for everyone interested
in enrolling for the Summer School Program.
We
are excited about the wide range of coursework offered this year. We believe the activities are truly
student-centered, creative and challenging.
Teachers have been strongly encouraged to engage students in interactive
activities that promote, build upon and further develop critical thinking
skills.
Please read
the handbook carefully and mark the various deadlines for the program. The administrative staff is available to
assist you in answering questions you might have regarding the information
contained in the handbook. Call the High
School office at 696-5512 x309 for clarification and answers to your
questions. We look forward to a highly
successful and rewarding summer school program.
Lucy Bell and Suzanne Stillwell – Summer School Coordinators
lbell@hallsville.org sstillwe@hallsville.org
Tom
Baugh, Superintendent John
Robertson, Director of Finance & Curriculum
Jeff
Dodson, High School Principal Chris
Crane, Middle School Principal
Dan Lane Intermediate
School
George
Rudisaile, Director of Operations Lucy
Bell, Director of Special Services
The information in this packet
and summer school updates will be available on-line at
http://www.hallsville.org/summer08
Hallsville R-IV 2008 Summer School
Purpose: The
purpose of summer school is to provide enrichment opportunities, offer exploratory
classes, and remediate deficiencies in required courses that may not be
available during the traditional school year in areas that are needed by and/or
of interest to the student. Summer
school is free to all students.
Summer
School Schedule: June 2-27, 2008
Morning Session: 8:15-11:30
Lunch 11:30-12:00
Afternoon Session: 12:00-3:15
Bus
Transportation: Summer school provides
transportation pick up and drop off services similar to the regular school year
services. Service points, routes and
schedules will be determined after summer school registration is complete. (See the Bus Transportation Request form
later in this packet.)
Breakfast
& Lunch: A breakfast and lunch will
be available at summer school in the Primary and
Discipline: All discipline policies outlined
in the Student Code of Conduct will be enforced during summer school and all
related activities. Inappropriate
behaviors are unacceptable during summer school. If a student violates the Student Code of
Conduct they will be sent to the office where their parent/guardian will be
called and the situation discussed. Additional
violations of the Student Code of Conduct may result in the student’s
suspension for the remainder of the summer term.
All students and parents/guardians will be required to complete and sign
an admittance agreement for acceptance into Hallsville R-IV Summer School
stating the student will abide by the Student Code of Conduct. (See the
Admittance Agreement later in this packet.)
Attendance: The summer school program is a concentrated
curriculum. Good attendance is vital to
students’ success. To earn high school
credit, students may miss no more than 3 class sessions. Three or more
tardies may accumulate and result in loss of an attendance day for a given
class. Any tardiness disqualifies students
from attendance rewards.
Perfect Attendance: Students achieving perfect
attendance will qualify for rewards & prizes. Students may qualify for weekly attendance
awards. Note: Any absence, including absences due to days
missed for sports or academic camps or excused absences such as Doctor
Appointments, Tardies and Discipline Referrals disqualify students from
attendance rewards.
Registration begins Monday, March 17
Registration packets will
be available on or before March 10.
Packets will be available on-line and will be sent home with primary and
intermediate students and available in school offices to middle school and high
school students.
Summer school enrollment
forms will be accepted beginning 8:00 am, Monday, March 17. Forms should be returned to the High School
office. Any forms received before the
start date will be given the same priority as forms received from 8:00-8:30 am
on the first day of registration. If a
class fills by 8:30 am on that day, students will be selected by a random
drawing of those forms.
Registration
forms need to be returned by Friday, May 9 at 4:00 p.m.
At that time, classes must meet preset enrollment
numbers to be offered. Due to financial
constraints, classes with small enrollments may be cancelled or combined with
other offerings. Late registrations
(those received after May 9) will be accepted on a space available basis. Parents/Guardians will be notified in writing
of enrollment approval, class information, and transportation provisions after
May 9.
Students
from other school districts may enroll in Hallsville R-IV Summer School. These students must abide by the guidelines
of this handbook. In addition, out-of-district
summer school students will be provided and must sign in agreement to
Hallsville R-IV Schools Discipline/Student Code of Conduct, Hallsville R-IV
Computer Access Agreement, Hallsville R-IV Schools Health Information Form,
current immunizations, and the Medical Release of Information form.
2008 High School Credit Summer Course Offerings
Placement is
according to current 2007-2008 grade level.
To receive credit, students can miss no more than 3
class sessions.
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Credit Recovery |
Credit Recovery |
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Applied Math I |
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Contemporary History |
World History |
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English I & II |
English II & III |
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American History |
American Government |
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Chemistry (Full Day) |
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College Algebra (Dual Credit) |
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Art 1, 1st semester (8th –
12th) |
Art 1, 2nd semester (8th – 12th) |
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Health (8th-12th) |
Health(8th-12th) |
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P.E. / Lifetime Sports (8th – 12th) |
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Strength & Conditioning (8th-12th) |
Strength & Conditioning (8th-12th) |
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Jazz Band (8th-12th) |
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Driver’s Education # (Must be 15+ and have Missouri Driver’s
Permit) |
Driver’s Education # (Must be 15+ and have Missouri Driver’s Permit) |
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Life Skills – Language Arts* |
Life Skills – Mathematics* |
*limited
enrollment by teacher recommendation only
#
class size limited – Enrollment in this course is on a first-come-first serve
basis with forms accepted starting Monday, March 17 at 8:00 am at the HS
office.
Applied Math I,
Contemporary History, World History and English I, II, & III are for
recovery credit only.
American History and American
Government may be taken for recovery credit by instructor or counselor
permission, but are not limited to recovery.
Chemistry, College
Algebra, Art, Health, PE, Strength & Conditioning, Jazz Band, Driver’s
Education, and Life Skills may be taken as electives or to meet core
requirements for graduation as indicated in
students 4-year plans of study.
High School Summer School
Course Descriptions
Placement is according to current 2007-2008 grade
level.
Course offerings are subject
to change and depend on adequate enrollment, teacher availability, and funding.
Credit Recovery Courses
American Government- This is a study of the
Afternoon class ½ unit credit Instructor:
Sharon Whitney
American History- Students study the development of
the
Morning class ½
unit credit Instructor:
Sharon Whitney
Applied Math I – This class is designed as
recovery credit in applied mathematics.
Morning class ½ unit credit Specify which semester Instructor: Lou Mazzocco
Contemporary
History - This summer course is designed for students who
failed only one semester of the year long Contemporary History course.
Morning class ½ unit credit Specify which semester Instructor:
Josh Lancaster
Credit Recovery- This class offers recovery of credit for a
class to students who have failed a one semester course OR one semester of a
year long course. Their final grade must
have been between 55 and 59%. This course
is offered only to students who meet these criteria. For in-district students only.
Morning
and/or Afternoon class Specify which class Instructor:
Terri Adkins
English I- This is a
course concentrating on oral and written communication skills with a literature
emphasis for the reader and writer.
English II- This is a
continuation of English I and is a study of literature topics including short
stories, poetry, a novel, and a Shakespearean play.
Morning class ½ unit credit Specify which level Instructor:
Nancy Bagge
English II- This is a continuation of English I and is a study of literature topics including short stories, poetry, a novel, and a Shakespearean play.
English III-
This is a continuation of
English II and is a study of United States Literature through the reading of
American classics.
Afternoon class ½ unit credit Specify which level Instructor:
Nancy Bagge
World History- This summer course is
designed for students who failed only one semester of the year long World
History Course.
Morning class ½ unit credit Specify
which semester Instructor:
Matt Heet
Elective Courses
Art I, 1st semester- Art
I will explore the elements and principles of design through a variety of
media. Drawing will be covered the first
half of Art I. Optical Illusions and dot
mosaics are two of the main projects.
Class size is limited.
Morning
class ½ unit credit Current 8-12 Instructor: Brittany Williamson
Art I, 2nd semester- Art I will explore the
elements and principles of design through a variety of media. Painting and printmaking will be the main
techniques explored during the second part of the course. Class size is limited.
Afternoon class ½
unit credit Current
8-12 Instructor: Brittany Williamson
Chemistry
I-Students
will learn basic principles of chemistry through class studies and lab work. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Physical
Science.
All day class 1 unit credit Instructor: Scott Allen
College
Algebra- This is a dual credit class offered through
Pre-Requisite:
Student must be a junior or senior and must have a 3.0 GPA.
It
is recommended that the student complete Algebra II with a C average or above.
Morning class ½ unit credit &/or 3 college credit
hours Instructor:
Becky Turner
Driver’s Education # - This covers the material needed to pass a driver’s
test. The course includes both classroom
instruction and supervised driving experience.
Students must be 15 years old and hold a learner’s permit by June 2 to
take this class.
Morning or Afternoon class ½ unit credit #Class size limited Instructor: Curt Lewellen
Health- This course focuses on aspects of health in
family living with special emphasis on nutrition, emotional and physical
health, and the prevention of illness.
Morning class ½ unit credit Current
8-12 Instructor: Becky Heins
Afternoon class ½ unit credit Current
8-12 Instructor:
Brad Blakemore
Jazz
Band- Jazz ensemble
is dedicated to performing the finest of jazz literature from varying standards
of the past to contemporary works. Jazz
Band is comprised of 8-12 band students (Exceptions are allowed for piano, bass
and guitar where non band members may be selected). This group will perform based on jazz
harmony, theory, and history.
Morning
class ½ unit credit Current 8-12 Instructor: James West
Life Skills – Language Arts*-This
class is designed to assist students in learning strategies and techniques to
improve reading skills and comprehension.
Students must have teacher permission for admittance to this class.
Morning class ½ unit credit Current 8-12 Instructor: Jan Hughes
Life Skills – Math*-This class is designed to
assist students in learning strategies and techniques to improve math and
problem solving skills. Students must
have teacher permission for admittance to this class.
Afternoon class ½ unit credit Current
8-12 Instructor: Jan Hughes
P.E./ Lifetime Sports-This class is the study of
the different aspects of physical education.
Morning class ½ unit credit Current
8-12 Instructor: Brad Blakemore
Afternoon
class ½ unit credit Current 8-12 Instructor: Chris Pemberton
Strength
and Conditioning Class- This class will provide an opportunity for students to improve physical
conditioning and cardiovascular conditioning.
This will be accomplished by utilizing strength and aerobic
training. This class is designed for
those students who are serious about improving themselves whether it is for
general health purposes or for improving athletic performance. Class size is limited and 8th
graders are permitted only with teacher recommendation.
Morning or
Afternoon class ½ unit credit Current 8-12 Instructor:
Jason Clark
*limited
enrollment by teacher recommendation only
#
class size limited – Enrollment in this course is on a first-come-first serve
basis with forms accepted starting Monday, March 17 at 8:00 am at the HS
office.
2008 Hallsville R-IV Summer School
8-12 Enrollment Form
Student: __________________________________ Birth
Date: ___________
Advisory Teacher: ___________________ Current
Grade: 8th 9th 10th
11th 12th
School Name and Address (if out-of-district)
____________________________
Parent/Guardian: __________________________ Home
Phone: _____________
Address: ______________________________ Work
Phone: _____________
City: _________________________________ Zip Code: ____________
Email:
__________________________________________________________
Course(s)
Requested:
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Counselor
Recommendation? |
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Please Note: All students will be assigned to classes
based on student’s current level as determined by school personnel.
Comments: ____________________________________________________________________
Return this form along with
the completed Admittance Agreement and the Transportation Request Form as soon
as possible. Some courses are filled on
a first-come-first-serve basis. When classes begin to fill, priority is given
to in-district students. The enrollment
window opens Monday, March 17 and closes on Friday, May 9, 2008, 4:00 pm. Late registration will be accepted, but class
assignments will be made on a space available basis.
For Office Use Only
Date
received:______________________ Time received:_____________ Person receiving forms: :____________________ _____ All information
on above registration form complete
_____Admittance
Agreement Transportation
Request: Bus No bus
Teacher Input:___________ Entered
on Class Lists: _____________ Entered
into SIS: __________________
_____Out-of-district
student Date health and other
forms sent _________ Date forms returned_________________
Hallsville R-IV Summer School Admittance Agreement
To be completed by the student or student with parent help:
Who recommended that you attend summer school?
____________________
Why do you wish to attend summer
school?
I understand that acceptance to the Hallsville R-IV Summer School session
is by selection only. I understand the
summer school program is a choice only for those students who have a strong
desire to further their education and complete requirements for advancement
and/or those who wish to participate in accelerated instruction. I have carefully reviewed and understand the
school district’s application forms. I
would like to be considered for enrollment in the summer session and will
perform with a positive attitude, be a responsible student, maintain good
attendance, be punctual to each class, and achieve to the best of my ability
each and every day.
Student
Signature:___________________________________ Date:_____________
To be completed by the parent or guardian:
Do you agree with your child in his/her desire to
attend summer school? _____
Why do you want your
child to attend summer school?
I have carefully reviewed the application of admittance to Hallsville
R-IV Summer School and understand the selection process. I will review the policies and procedures of
the summer session with my child and understand that admission to the school
depends on our support of the rules governing the school. Students
who violate the summer school rules will be subject to dismissal.
Parent/Guardian
Signature: ___________________________ Date: ____________
2008
Summer School - Bus Transportation Request
(Available for in-district students only)
Student
Name_________________________ Grade Level________________
Parent/Guardian_________________________________________________
Contact
Information______________________________________________
Summer school only provides pick up and drop off services at central locations within our district. We need the information below to determine these places. If you are enrolling your child in summer school, please complete this form.
1) _____ No, we will not be using bus transportation this summer.
2) _____ Yes, we would like to use bus transportation this summer.
If you answered yes, please complete the following information.
Morning Pick-Up: Parent/Guardian/Sitter Name:____________________________
Street address, City Phone #
Afternoon Drop-Off: Parent/Guardian/Sitter Name:__________________________
Street Address, City Phone #
A Bus Transportation list
will be sent home as soon as we receive your replies and determine summer bus
routes. Thank you.