WELCOME to P.A.S.S. “Partnership for Achieving Student Success” Where students get a second chance! WELCOME to P.A.S.S. “Partnership for Achieving Student Success”

P.A.S.S. TEACHERS Mr. Doran – Science Mrs. Blackwell – History Mrs. Pregler - Math Ms. Merchant – English and Alternative Education Facilitator

Principal - Mr. Wilson Counselor - Ms. Summers Secretary - Mrs. Bray MEC Staff Principal - Mr. Wilson Counselor - Ms. Summers Secretary - Mrs. Bray Hospitality - Mr. Mike

What is a Block? Morning (AM) 15 to 17 days = one block 10 blocks per year ½ unit per block Afternoon (PM) 30 to 34 days = one block 5 blocks per year ½ unit per block

Details MUST complete each class with passing grade (D or higher) Each morning block completed = ½ UNIT (CREDIT) Each afternoon block completed = ½ UNIT (CREDIT) Vo-tech = 4 Units Per YEAR Work Study = up to 2 Units Internship = up to 2 Units SERVICE LEARNING, COMMUNITY SERVICE, COUNSELING, AND ART PROGRAM.

ATTENDANCE/ TARDIES 3rd Absence in AM Block or 4th Absence in PM Block = Contract/NC 3 Tardies = 1 absence Parent/ guardian must come and check student out or call MEC office. ONLY GET 2 ABSENCES

MORNING SCHEDULE 7:15 Bus leaves parking lot 7:45 Building Opens 8:00 Class Begins 10:00 Break/Student Store 10:15 Class Reconvenes 11:10 VoTech Bus Arrives

AFTERNOON SCHEDULE 12:15 – 12:45 Lunch 12:45 - 2:10 Afternoon Classes 2:10 Classes Dismiss Bus returns students to high school parking lot.

Otherwise, leave campus ASAP as you are trespassing! 7th Hour @ MHS When Alt Ed bus arrives at the High School, wait in Commons if you have 7th Hour class. Otherwise, leave campus ASAP as you are trespassing!

WORK STUDY Minimum of 70 hours Required pay stubs for documentation Must have Ms. Merchant and advisor’s permission

INTERNSHIP Minimum of 70 hours Requires documentation of volunteer hours, completion of project, presentation to peers. Must apply receive permission. Parent Meeting Required

Grades/Progress Report Cards mailed at end of each Block Parents/Guardians can check progress at any time online (www.Edgenuity.com)

PARKING Must have parking permit Must park at the designated parking lot (unless told otherwise by high school). Park here – bad things happen No student is allowed to drive a vehicle to MEC.

Arrival/Dismissal If arrival/dismissal is changing, Mrs. Merchant must be notified PRIOR TO dismissal on the date of the change. By Parent/Guardian

Your Personal Responsibilities Do the Right Thing/Respect/Honesty Follow Cell Phone Policy Follow Music Policy No Unauthorized Sites Leave Backpacks & Hats @ Home Outside Drinks Policy Be a Positive Role Model Follow the Mustang Student Handbook Keep Your Language Clean Dress Code No smoking (including e-cigarettes/vapes) -CBD Oil/Medical Marijuana Come to class ON TIME

CONTRACT End result – Release from PASS (Back To the HS) Poor attendance Lack of academic achievement Unacceptable behavior/attitude Not participating in counseling Not participating in Art NOT PARTICIPATING IN COMMUNITY OUTREACH End result – Release from PASS (Back To the HS)

Parents Schedule appointments after school or on breaks Contact school if student is absent Do not cover for students Attend Conferences/Meetings Support, Support, Support!

Parents Schedule appointments after school or on breaks Contact school if student is absent Do not cover for students Attend Conferences/Meetings Support, Support, Support!

Odds & Ends Bring own earbuds No bills larger than $20 for student store Sign up on Remind101 Text @fb23db to 81010 Lunches from HS Outside food left in office until lunch

Checking Students Out Early You must scan your ID and sign your child out on the SchoolSafe Console.. You may still be asked to show ID. This should rarely, if ever, happen! *

MEDICATION We must have a medication form on file for any type of prescription and/or non-prescription medication. STUDENTS MAY NOT CARRY MEDICATION WITH THEM TO TAKE DURING THE SCHOOL DAY. THIS INCLUDES ASPIRIN/TYLENOL AND COLD PRODUCTS.

High School Schedule If you missed your pickup day last week, you will report to the High School Auditorium on August 16. They will call students by rows to call home & complete Residence Verification. Once finished, bring that to MEC. NO DRIVING

Severe Weather In The Event Of Severe Weather: Doors Locked Students in FEMA-Rated Shelter Doors Unlocked After The Threat Has Passed. You may check your child out early or keep them home with an excused absence on high risk weather days (this is typically only once or twice a year). *

MEC Gear S/S - $13 L/S - $18 Hoodies - $20 Zip-Up - $25 +$2 XXL & Above

It’s going to be a great experience. We are glad you are here. It’s going to be a great experience.

Ways to Connect with MEC Web Page - http://mec.mustangps.org @MECmps