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Summer Academic Programs 2019 Table of Contents • General Information .................................................................... 3 • Elementary School Academy (Grades K-5) ................................ 4 • Middle School Academies (Grades 6-8) ............................... 5 • High School SOL Academy ......................................................... 6 • Virtual High School Academy (Grades 9-12) .............................. 7 • Transportation Schedule ........................................................... 10 • York County Administration (back cover) 1
GENERAL INFORMATION Location: Middle and high school programs are held at Tabb High School. Elementary programs are held at Grafton Bethel and Magruder Elementary School. Dates: Specific Summer Academy dates are shown on Academic Program pages. Registration: The Summer Academic Programs Registration is completed online at the student’s home school. Transportation: Express bus service will be provided. See Transportation Schedule on page 11-13. Attendance: No absences or tardies are permitted in any of the YCSD Summer Academic Programs. Student Services: Students with an identified disability enrolled in Summer Academic Programs will be provided appropriate support by licensed special education staff. Tuition: Some programs are free of charge; others require a tuition payment. Scholarships will not be offered for high school credit-bearing classes. Parents must complete a Withdrawal Form and submit it to the Summer Academy Office by June 26. All refunds will be processed no later than July 3 and must be picked up by a parent at Tabb High School. No refunds will be made for withdrawals after June 27. No refund of fees will be made if a student is dismissed for disciplinary reasons or excessive absences. Books/Materials: Textbooks, instructional resources, and library services are available during the Summer Academic Programs. All textbooks and library books must be returned. Students who damage books will be required to pay the repair or replacement cost. Students who have not met obligations with regard to books or materials will not be permitted to take final exams or to receive credit for completed work. Assessments: End of Course tests will be administered as listed in the program. There are no exam exemptions during Summer High School Academy. Conduct: The York County School Division Student Handbook & Student Conduct Code (2018 – 2019) will be strictly enforced. Dress Code: The dress code, as set forth in the York County School Division Student Handbook & Student Conduct Code (2018 – 2019), will be strictly enforced. Food Service: Breakfast and a Grab-n-Go Lunch will be available for purchase. All students (elementary, middle & high) may bring snacks. Parking: Students wishing to park on campus during Summer High School Academy must pay a $25 fee at the time of registration. Rules will be issued with the parking permit. 2
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ACADEMY The Elementary School Academy is designed for students currently enrolled in grades K – 5. Enrollment is based on test results (Iowa and Standards of Learning Tests), academic performance, and teacher/administrator recommendation. There is no fee for the academy for students who qualify through school recommendation. Parents who wish to enroll their child in this academy must contact their child’s school to complete the online registration. The Elementary School Academy provides students with remediation in the areas of Language Arts: reading & writing and mathematics through a hands-on approach as well as direct teacher instruction and the use of computer software. The focus of instruction will be appropriate grade-level Standards of Learning. Test-taking strategies and study skills are included. Open House • June 20, 2019 • 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. • Grafton Bethel Elementary and Magruder Elementary School Dates/Time/Location • June 24 – July 24, 2019 (July 4, Independence Day observed/Schools & Offices closed) • 7:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. / Monday – Thursday • Grafton Bethel Elementary and Magruder Elementary School Registration • Selected participants will be registered by their home schools, and parents of these students will be notified by their child’s principal by May 31. • Students currently enrolled in the York County School Division (grades K – 5) who do not qualify for the academy based on school recommendation may register for the Elementary School Academy at their home school through June 7. Students who have not registered by June 7 must register on Tuesday, June 18 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. or Wednesday, June 19 from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at Grafton Bethel Elementary School. • NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER JUNE 19. 3
MIDDLE SCHOOL SOL ACADEMIES The Middle School English and Math Academy is designed for students enrolled in grades 6 – 8 who have been identified as needing academic support in the areas of English: reading & writing and mathematics. Students are eligible for the Middle School Summer Academy based on test results (Iowa and Standards of Learning Tests), academic performance, and teacher/administrator recommendation. There is no fee for the academy for students who qualify through school recommendation. Parents who wish to enroll their child in this academy must contact their child’s school counselor to complete the online registration. Dates/Time/Location • June 24 – July 24, 2019 (July 4, Independence Day observed/Schools & Offices closed) • 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. / Monday – Thursday • Tabb High School ------------------------------------------------------------------- The Middle School Science Academy provides students with instruction based on the Standards of Learning for each grade level. The academy will include direct teacher instruction, lab activities, data analysis and projects. Students will be given the opportunity to demonstrate mastery of the objectives at the appropriate grade level. Dates/Time/Location • June 24 – July 9, 2019 (July 4, Independence Day observed/Schools & Offices closed) • 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. / Monday – Thursday • Tabb High School - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- -- - The Middle School History/Social Science Academy provides students with instruction based on the Standards of Learning for each grade level. The academy will involve direct teacher instruction, hands-on activities and projects. Students will be given the opportunity to demonstrate mastery of the objectives at the appropriate grade level. Dates/Time/Location • July 10 – July 24, 2019 (July 4, Independence Day observed/Schools & Offices closed) • 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. / Monday – Thursday • Tabb High School Registration • Selected participants will be registered by their home schools, and parents of these students will be notified by their child’s principal by May 31. • Students currently enrolled in the York County School Division (grades 6 – 8) who do not qualify for the academies based on school recommendation may register for a Middle School Academy at their home school through June 7. Students who have not registered by June 7 must register Tuesday, June 18 from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Wednesday, June 19, from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at Tabb High School. NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER JUNE 19. 4
HIGH SCHOOL SOL ACADEMY The High School SOL Academy is designed for students who have passed the English 11 or Algebra I course but have not passed the SOL test for the course and therefore have not earned the required verified credit for graduation. These students may take a summer remediation course in English 11 or Algebra I and retake the SOL test at the end of the High School SOL Academy. Students are identified for the High School SOL Academy by their school principal. Tuition is not charged for the High School SOL Academy, and parents who wish to enroll their child in this academy must contact their child’s guidance counselor to complete the online registration. Recommended students may register for up to two (2) courses. End of Course/Writing (Multiple Choice/Short Paper) Dates/Time/Location • June 24 – July 9, 2019 (July 4, Independence Day observed/Schools & Offices closed) • 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. / Monday – Thursday • Tabb High School • SOL Test Dates: Multiple Choice: Writing, July 9 & Short Paper: Writing, July 10 End of Course/Reading • July 10 – 24, 2019 • 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. / Monday – Thursday • Tabb High School • SOL Test Date: July 23 Algebra I • July 10 – 24, 2019 • Tabb High School • 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. / Monday – Thursday • SOL Test Date: July 23 Registration • Recommended students may register for up to two (2) courses. • Currently enrolled students who meet the criteria for this academy may register for a course in the High School SOL Academy at their home school through June 7. Students who have not registered by June 7 must register Tuesday, June 18, from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Wednesday, June 19, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Tabb High School. NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER JUNE 19. 5
VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY Virtual High School (VHS) Academy is designed for rising 9th through current 12th grade students. VHS Academy provides secondary students with the opportunity for online learning. Students may earn up to one (1) original credit and two (2) repeat credits. Seniors may take additional original credit courses to meet graduation requirements. A computer lab will be available onsite during Summer Academy hours (8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Monday – Thursday) for students who need a more structured environment to complete online coursework. Semester math may be taken as .5 original or repeat credit (credit recovery). Each original full-credit course is 140 online instructional class hours, and semester courses are 74 online instructional class hours. Credit recovery is an online course for students who have completed the seat hours of a course and must repeat the course. Credit recovery provides an opportunity for students to demonstrate mastery of the content. • Credit cannot be awarded to students who fail to complete the required hours of online instruction. • Parents who wish to enroll their child in this academy must contact their child’s school counselor to complete the online registration. • Driver Education/Behind-the-Wheel instruction is not offered. • There are no exam exemptions during Summer Academy. • Courses with low enrollment may not be offered. • Students participating in International Baccalaureate Program may not take courses in VHS Summer Academy except Health/Physical Education 9 or 10. • Tuition for a Virtual High School Academy one credit course is $550 and $300 for .5 original credit course for York County residents and non-residents. York County residents should make checks payable to the school where registration is completed. • Non-residents should contact Reginald Fox (898-0454) or Kristin Wood (833-2148) for registration information. Tuition must be paid in full at the time of registration. • If a course is cancelled or a student withdraws from Virtual High School Academy prior to the start of classes, a refund of tuition will be made by June 27. -------------------------------------------------------------------- Virtual High School Academy On-Site Lab Taking your Virtual class at the high school in a computer lab In the Virtual High School (VHS) Academy we have created another opportunity for students to complete their virtual courses. We have provided a structured environment where the student reports to a computer lab at the Summer Academy between 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m, Monday through Thursday. Students may take advantage of transportation provided by the York County School Division (see page 10). Our structured environment includes a mentor who is an experienced teacher and is assigned to work with, and monitor progress and participation of the online students in the computer lab. The mentor can help students navigate the Learning Management System, Moodle, and help students communicate with their online teachers. Students work each day, Monday through Thursday to complete required assignments in their virtual courses in the lab at the Summer Academy location. Students will be required to complete assignments for Friday of each week from home. Blackboard Collaborate sessions scheduled by the online teacher during lab times are required and will be posted weekly. Attendance is required Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Students will continue their coursework at home on Friday. Students are required to login daily to complete coursework. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- Taking your Virtual class at home As a student in the Virtual High School (VHS) Summer Academy, coursework is completed each day in the comfort of the student’s home, Monday through Friday during times that are convenient to their schedule courses. Blackboard Collaborate sessions scheduled by the online teacher are required and will be posted weekly. The student will review instructional interactive materials, complete assignments, and communicate with their online teacher daily. Students are required to log into their online course daily. 6
VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY Full Year courses offered in Virtual High School Academy for original credit or repeat credit (credit recovery) include the courses listed. The tuition for original credit is $550.00, and the tuition for credit recovery is $450.00 for York County residents and $500.00 for non-resident students for a yearlong class. V1130 English 9 V3135 Algebra II AB V5510 Spanish I^ V1140 English 10 V3134 Algebra, Functions & V5520 Spanish II V1150 English 11 Data Analysis V5530 Spanish III V1160 English 12 V3162 Math Analysis V5110 French I^ V2215 World History I V3184 Computer Math V5120 French II V2216 World History II V4210 Earth Science I V5130 French III V2360 Virginia & US History V4310 Biology I V6120 Econ & Personal Finance V2440 Virginia & US Govt. V4410 Chemistry V7300 Health/PE 9 V3130 Algebra I AB^ V4510 Physics V7405 Health/PE10/Classroom V3143 Geometry AB^ V4610 Ecology/Environ Science Driver Education Semester courses offered in Virtual High School Academy for original credit or repeat credit (credit recovery) include the courses listed. The tuition for credit recovery is $300.00 for a semester class. V3130 Algebra I A V3143 Geometry A V3135 Algebra II A V3130 Algebra I B^ V3143 Geometry B V3135 Algebra II B ^MS credit omission may apply V3150 Trigonometry Training Mandatory training for students enrolled in Virtual High School Academy will be held 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 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Tabb High School. Students will be notified of the specific date and time to report. Parents are required to attend. Additional training will be provided for Driver Education students on Monday, June 24 from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at Tabb High School, Computer Lab 317. Dates/Location • June 21 – July 25, 2019 (July 4, Independence Day observed/Schools & Offices closed) • Location: Online (http://ycsd.remote-learner.net; username and password provided at orientation) at home or • Onsite Summer Academy computer lab accessing content online at http://ycsd.remote-learner.net • High School Academy Graduation, July 25, 2019, 3:00 p.m., Tabb High School Auditorium (Graduating seniors are required to attend a rehearsal at 12:30 p.m. on July 24.) Exam Schedule • End-of-Course SOL Tests: End of Course Writing – Multiple Choice: July 9; End of Course Writing – Short Paper: July 10; other End of Course tests, July 22 for Term Graduates and Selected Students; July 23. • Final Exams: July 24 Registration • Students may earn up to 3 credits, one (1) course for original credit and no more than two (2) courses for repeat credit. Seniors may earn additional original credits to meet graduation requirements. Credits must be verified on the registration form. • Students currently enrolled in the York County School Division may register for Virtual High School Academy at their home school through June 7. Students who have not registered by June 7 must register Tuesday, June 18, from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. or Wednesday, June 19, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Tabb High School. NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER JUNE 19. • Non-resident students may register on a space-available basis. Non-resident students must submit a completed Out-of- Division Student Information Form signed by the principal of their home school. • No refund of tuition will be made if a student is dismissed for disciplinary reasons or for excessive “virtual absences” (lack of daily login and participation). 7
VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY (CONT’D) Technology • Students who enroll in Virtual High School Academy are required to have their own computer with Internet and e-mail access. Daily login and at least 4 hours of active participation per day is required. Access is provided at both of the York County public libraries. • Students and parents are required to have valid e-mail addresses. Content Management—Students use a web-based learning management system called Moodle. The courses in Moodle are organized in content blocks, making material easily accessible for students. The main components of a VHS course are: • Announcements—Welcome, communication of current information • Calendar—Important activities and due dates • Content Blocks—Content is separated into units or modules and listed in blocks in the center of the course main page. • Instruction—Course instruction includes a variety of activities and resources that are found in the content blocks and also organized and linked in the Activities block on the left of the screen. Communication—On-going communication is essential in an online learning environment. Students and instructors have various tools for online communication, including: • Forums—Discussion forums that allow for asynchronous communication. Participants discuss course content, ask questions, and reply to discussion prompts. Discussion threads are also e-mailed to students and instructors. • Messaging—Messaging allows for instant communication between users who are online at the same time. Messages are sent via e-mail when a user is not online. • Blackboard Collaborate—These sessions are synchronous online class meetings that include instant messaging, live audio, and an electronic whiteboard with desktop and file sharing abilities. Attendance • No online absences are permitted during the Virtual High School Academy. Failure to login daily constitutes an online absence. • Credit cannot be awarded to students unless all requirements of the Virtual High School Academy course are fulfilled by July 25, 2019. ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ Consider the questions below to determine if online learning is right for you… 1. Do you feel that high-quality learning can take place in an online environment? Yes___No___ 2. Do you have (or are you willing to obtain) access to a computer, the Internet, and Yes___No___ e-mail at home? 3. Are you a self-motivated and self-disciplined person? Yes___No___ 4. Are you comfortable researching and communicating in writing? Yes___No___ 5. Are class discussions helpful to you? Yes___No___ 10
2019 SUMMER SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION SCHEDULE FOR STUDENTS ATTENDING GRAFTON BETHEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Express bus services will be offered at the beginning and end of each day. Parents are responsible for transporting students to and from the nearest pick-up point. The following bus schedule provides service to and from each summer school location. GRAFTON BETHEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Elementary School Program (7:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.) Stop Location Stop Time Route YMCA Sentara 7:00 1:05 1 Banneker Dr. & Douglas Dr. 7:23 12:26 3 Lebanon Church Rd. & Lafayette Dr. (Bus Shelter) 7:26 12:15 Von Steuben Dr. (NWS-Yorktown Youth Center) 7:32 12:14 Woods of Yorktown 7:22 12:05 4 Charles Brown Park 7:26 12:09 Yorktown Middle School 7:37 12:22 5 Leigh Rd. & Barham BLVD 7:40 12:24 Leigh Rd. & Walnut Dr. 7:41 12:26 York High School (ES ONLY) 7:30 12:09 6 Seaford Elementary School 7:42 12:18 York County Rec. Services Bldg. 7:32 12:09 Dare Elementary School 7:25 12:05 YMCA (Greenlands) (ES ONLY) 7:24 12:08 10 Coventry Elementary School (ES ONLY) 7:27 12:12 Bethel Manor Youth Center (ES ONLY) 7:31 12:17 Bethel Manor Elementary (ES ONLY) 7:33 12:19 Tabb Elementary School 7:26 11:55 11 Mount Vernon Elementary School 7:32 12:01 Tabb Middle School 7:35 12:05 Kiln Creek Park 7:03 12:18 12 Tabb High School 7:25 12:31 Shady Banks Shopping Center 7:35 12:20 13 Yorkshire Downs Shopping Center 7:39 12:33 11
2019 SUMMER SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION SCHEDULE FOR STUDENTS ATTENDING MAGRUDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Express bus services will be offered at the beginning and end of each day. Parents are responsible for transporting students to and from the nearest pick-up point. The following bus schedule provides service to and from each summer school location. MAGRUDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Elementary School Program (7:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.) Stop Location Pick up Drop off Route Time Time Waller Mill Elementary School 7:01 12:06 1 Owl Creek Circle 7:11 12:16 Schenck Dr. & Rochambeau Dr. 7:17 12:21 Barlow Rd. & Skimino Rd. 7:20 12:24 Newman Rd. & Indiana Rd. 7:23 12:26 Lebanon Church Rd. & Lafayette Dr. (Bus Shelter) 7:09 12:38 Von Steuben Dr. (NWS-Yorktown Youth Center) 7:11 12:36 201 Tam-O-Shanter Blvd. (Country Club Apts.) 7:19 12:28 2 Candlestick Pl. & Parchment Blvd. 7:22 12:25 Banneker Dr. & Douglas Dr. 7:24 12:23 Custis Dr. & Stewart Dr. 7:27 12:16 Springfield Dr. & Queens Creek Rd. 7:31 12:14 Brittania Dr. & Queens Creek Rd. 7:32 12:13 Penmiman Rd & Vineyard Ln. 7:33 12:11 Dodge Dr. & Semple Rd. 7:35 12:09 Hubbard Ln. & Scott Dr. 7:37 12:07 Queens Lake Middle School 7:40 12:00 12
2019 SUMMER SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION SCHEDULE FOR STUDENTS ATTENDING TABB HIGH SCHOOL Express bus services will be offered at the beginning and end of each day. Parents are responsible for transporting students to and from the nearest pick-up point. The following bus schedule provides service to and from each summer school location. TABB HIGH SCHOOL: High & Middle School Program (8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.) Stop Location Stop Time Route YMCA Sentara 7:00 1:05 1 Newman Rd & Indiana Rd. (HS & MS ONLY) 7:12 12:48 Barlow Rd. & Skimino Rd. (HS & MS ONLY) 7:16 12:45 Rochambeau Dr. & Oaktree Rd. (HS & MS ONLY) 7:22 12:39 Bruton High School (HS & MS ONLY) 7:28 12:32 Queens Lake Middle School (Boys & Girls Club)(HS & MS ONLY) 7:27 12:26 2 Magruder Elementary School (HS & MS ONLY) 7:32 12:32 Banneker Dr. & Douglas Dr. 7:23 12:26 3 Lebanon Church Rd. & Lafayette Dr. (Bus Shelter) 7:26 12:15 Von Steuben Dr. (NWS-Yorktown Youth Center) 7:32 12:14 Woods of Yorktown 7:15 12:05 4 Charles Brown Park 7:17 12:09 Yorktown Middle School 7:28 12:22 5 Leigh Rd. & Barham BLVD 7:31 12:24 Leigh Rd. & Walnut Dr. 7:32 12:26 Seaford Elementary School (HS & MS ONLY) 7:35 12:14 7 York County Rec. Services Bldg. 7:40 12:09 Dare Elementary School 7:35 12:05 8 Grafton Bethel Elementary School 7:40 12:10 YMCA (Greenlands) (HS & MS ONLY) 7:34 12:23 9 Coventry Elementary School (HS & MS ONLY) 7:40 12:25 Tabb Elementary School 7:26 11:55 11 Mount Vernon Elementary School 7:32 12:01 Tabb Middle School 7:35 12:05 Kiln Creek Park 7:03 12:18 12 Bethel Manor Chapel (HS & MS ONLY) 7:15 12:25 Bethel Manor Youth Center (HS & MS ONLY) 7:17 12:27 Shady Banks Shopping Center 7:35 12:20 13 Yorkshire Downs Shopping Center 7:39 12:33 13
The York County School Division SCHOOL BOARD Robert W. George, D.D.S., Vice Chair Barbara S. Haywood Brett Higginbotham Mark A. Medford James R. Richardson, Chair Victor D. Shandor, Ed.D. Division Superintendent Carl L. James, Ed.D. Chief Operations Officer Stephanie Guy, Ed.D. Chief Academic Officer Bill Bowen Chief Financial Officer James Carroll, Ed.D. Chief Human Resources Officer ACADEMIC SERVICES Candi Skinner Director of Elementary Instruction Anthony Vladu, Ed.D. Director of Secondary Instruction Elaine Gould, Ph.D. Director of Student Services SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION Aaron Butler, Ed.D. Director of School Administration SUMMER ACADEMIC PROGRAMS Abbie Martin, Ed.D. Secondary Summer Academic Programs (Tabb HS) Grafton High School e-mail: amartin2@ycsd.york.va.us (757) 898-0547 Termaine Hopkins Elementary Summer Academic Programs (Grafton Bethel ES) Tabb Middle School e-mail: thopkins@ycsd.york.va.us (757) 898-0337 Jeff Gaylord Elementary Summer Academic Programs (Magruder ES) Magruder Elementary School e-mail: jgaylord@ycsd.york.va.us (757) 220-4067 Reginald Fox Virtual High School Academy (Tabb HS) York County School Board Office e-mail: rfox@ycsd.york.va.us (757) 898-0454 Kristin Wood Online Learning Specialist (Tabb HS) York County School Board Office e-mail: kwood@ycsd.york.va.us (757) 833-2148 The York County School Division does not discriminate on the basis of race (Title VI), color, religion, national origin, veteran status, sex, gender (Title IX), age or disability (Section 504), or any other protected class in its educational programs, activities or employment and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following positions have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator Section 504/ADA Coordinator Chief Human Resources Officer Director of Student Services 302 Dare Road 302 Dare Road Yorktown, VA 23692 Yorktown, VA 23692 14 757-898-0349 757-898-0300
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