Summit Learning Center 2016-17 School Year

Book bags Student can only have the string strapped book bags in the hallways and classrooms. Regular Book bags should be put in your lockers.

Criteria for Earning Points (Review) Behavior: Student responds in a positive manner and controls oneself Follows class and school rules. Courteous to peers and adults. Avoids physical contact. Avoids using inappropriate language. Accepts redirection without comment. Treats others with respect. Follows directions the first time asked. Tony

Criteria for Earning Points (Review) 2. Work: Student is on task and follows directions in the classroom. Participates in class activities Remains on task Asks for help when necessary Diligent in completing assignments Tony

Criteria for Earning Points (Review) 3. Responsibility: Student is accountable or answerable for his or her own behavior. Hands in homework On time Brings supplies to class Has point sheet at all times Tony

Criteria for Earning Points (Review) 4. Citizenship: Student shows a willingness to accept others for who they are. Ignore: Student refuses to acknowledge inappropriate behaviors Ignores teasing of others Remains on task regardless of environmental factors Ignores negative behaviors of others Tony

Criteria for Earning Points (Review) 5. Target Skill: Positive behavior for student to focus on improving or acquiring to help increase success Specific for individual student’s needs Stated positively Worked on until student masters the skill Developed by student and staff No time limit on how long student works on target behavior Student cannot earn points in this area unless displaying the specific target skill Tony

Level 1 Point Sheet Sample (Updated) Tony

Minor Infractions (Changes) 1. Behavior: Inappropriate behavior Inappropriate contact Arguing w/ staff Inappropriate language Not following directions Christine

Minor Infractions (Changes) 2. Work a. Sleeping in class b. Non participation c. Class disruption d. No work completion 3. Responsibility a. No dress for P.E. b. Not prepared for class c. Tardy d. Did not get point sheet signed e. Inappropriate Dress Christine

Minor Infractions (Changes) 4. Citizenship a. Teasing/Name calling b. Provoking others c. Lying d. Disrespect of Staff 5. Target Skill Christine

Major Infractions (Changes) Category A 1. Possession of red pen 2. Misuse of equipment/Technology 3. Off Limits 4. Lost Point Sheet 5. Insubordination 6. Usage of Cell Phone Christine

Major Infractions (Changes) Cat. B 7. Refusal (guided escort, cell phone etc.) 8. Physical/Verbal outburst 9. Mutilation/Refusal to Carry Point Sheet 10. Leaving School Grounds Renee

Major Infractions (Changes) Cat. C 11. Bullying/Sexual Harassment 12. Gang related activity 13. Verbal/Physical Aggression to staff 14. Fighting 15. Stealing 16. Possession of/Under the Influence 17. Altering point sheet Renee

Level 1 Criteria (Changes) Students end their day at 1:30pm. A successful day is earning at least 48/60 positive character points and no more than 10 disciplinary infractions. 5 consecutive successful days (earning 48 or more points and no more than 10 disciplinary infractions) and passing all classes will earn a student Level 2 status. Students are not eligible to stay for after school activities. If they have a successful day, they have an opportunity to attend the academic recovery room. Kevin

Level 2 Criteria (Changes) Students end their day at 1:30. A successful day is earning at least 51/60 points and no more than 8 disciplinary infractions. 10 consecutive days earning 51 or more points, no more than 8 disciplinary infractions and passing all classes will earn students level 3 status. Students are not eligible to stay for after school activities. If they have a successful day, they have an opportunity to attend the academic recovery room. Kevin

Level 3 Criteria (Changes) Following a successful day at 54 or more points and no more than 6 disciplinary infractions, students are eligible to stay after school for activities. 10 consecutive days of earning 54 or more points, no more than 6 disciplinary infractions and passing all classes will earn students level 4 status. Kevin

Level 4 Criteria (Changes) -Following a successful day at 56 or more points and no more than 5 disciplinary infractions, students are eligible to stay after school for activities. 10 consecutive days of earning 56 or more points, no more than 5 disciplinary infractions and passing all classes with a C or better will earn students level 5 status. Kevin

Level 5 Criteria (Changes) - Following a successful day at 57 or more points and no more than 4 disciplinary infractions, students are eligible to stay after school for activities. -Students must exhibit Level 5 behavior for 15 consecutive days, be earning a C or better in all classes, and have a 90% or better attendance rate, in order to be considered for a transition contract. Kevin

Absences (Review) Unexcused Absences – Now mentioned on point sheet • If a student receives a full day unexcused absence, the student will lose his/her days on the level they are on. This will be for the first 5 unexcused absences of the semester. • When the student has reached his/her 6th unexcused absence, he/she will drop a level. The parent will also receive a 6 day absence letter in the mail. Every unexcused absence after 6, the student will continue drop his/her level. • Meetings will be scheduled when absences get excessive (5 or more) • If a student has 10 or more absences, the student must have a doctor’s note in order for it to be excused. Steve

Absences (Review) Excused Absences • If a student receives a full day excused absence, the student will remain on that specific day and level. • If excused absences become excessive (6 or more), attendance letters will be sent home and meetings will be scheduled. • If a student has 10 or more absences, the student must have a doctor’s note in order for it to be excused. Christine

Tardies are now cumulative Text Tardies are now cumulative Summit’s Discipline Progression: 8th Tardy – CIBS + parent phone call 12th Tardy – CIBS/ Check-in meeting with parent 16th Tardy – Loss of days +Check-in meeting (look at individualized incentive program) 20th Tardy – Loss of days + CIBS (check progress/adjust individualized incentive program) 24th Tardy – Loss of level + check-in meeting (check progress/adjust incentive program) 28th Tardy – Loss of level + CIBS + parent phone call 32nd Tardy – Loss of level + CIBS + parent phone call

Using the Point Sheet (Review) Students must keep point sheets on desk at all times. If a student doesn’t have their point sheet on their desk, they cannot earn points. If point sheet is rolled up, marked, or lost, the student will receive a major infraction, and cannot earn points until point sheet is fixed or found. Student will be required to create a new point sheet and transcribe information before points can be earned again. If a student refuses to give up their point sheet, they may receive a major infraction and referral. Christine

Using the Point Sheet (Changes) If you are observed displaying a negative, the teacher will indicate period and behavior # in the infraction box ASAP. If you receive a 3rd minor infraction, student may be sent to time out for 3-5 minutes to reflect and compose yourself. If the student calms down after 3-5 minutes, they may return to class. Students who receive a major infraction category A will automatically be placed in CIBS for the period if the student is appropriate and completes the reflection activity, they may be dismissed to their next period class. Tony

Using the Point Sheet (Changes) Students who receive a major infraction category B or C will be placed in CIBS until they complete the personal reflection and see the assistant principal. Pending the outcome, the student may remain in CIBS for the day or return to their classes.

Other Program Changes cont. 6th Period teachers will have passes to after school programs. The student name, date, and desired activity must be written on them. Students may only attend the program if they have a pass. Any student that misses the bus or arrives at a club without a pass will be sent to the 206 detention room.

Activities Pass

Bullying Bullying has been added to major category C.

Cell phones (point sheet) Read policy thoroughly 1. Warn student 2. Confiscate Phone will fall under Major A6 (Usage of cell phone) 3. Call security will fall under major B7 [Refusal guided escort, cell phone etc.) Refusal category b is for instances where a guided escort must be used if a student does not give up their cell phone and security must be called.

IPADS You are responsible for your IPAD Any issues with your IPAD must be reported to the technology department immediately. (i.e. theft, broken screen, broken charger etc.) You are expected to charge your IPAD and come to school with a full battery so that you can maximize your learning time while in the classroom.

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