Board of Education ⢠Niles Township High Schools ⢠District 219 ..... Foreign Language, Mathematics (except Computer
Meeting Agenda Board of Education ♦ Niles Township High Schools ♦ District 219 October 27, 2008 I.
Call to Order and Roll Call (6:30 p.m.)
II.
Executive Session
III.
Recall to order of Open Session (7:45 p.m.)
IV.
Changes / Additions to the Agenda
V.
Super Star Awards
VI.
Audience to Visitors (on agenda items only)
VII.
Student Representative Comments
VIII.
Community Representative Comments
IX.
Approval of Consent Agenda − Monthly Bills and Payroll − Personnel* − Minutes of 10/6/08 Regular Meeting, Open and Closed* Sessions − Student Trips − SIRSI Maintenance Agreement − Purchase of 2008 Ford F450 Dump Truck with Plow and Spreader − Six Classroom Addition and Daycare Facility at Niles West
Trade Package 4a: Masonry
Trade Package 6a: General Trades
Trade Package 7a: Roofing and Sheet Metal
Trade Package 9a: Finished Flooring
Trade Package 15a: Plumbing
Trade Package 15b: HVAC
Trade Package 15c: Fire Protection
Trade Package 16a: Electrical and Fire Alarm
10/23/08 11:28 AM
X.
Superintendent’s Report − Principals’ Report
XI.
Board Members’ Comments
XII.
Board Committee Reports
XIII.
Business − Policy Changes ‐ 2nd Reading (Discussion and/or Action) − Policy Changes – 1st Reading (Discussion) − 2009‐10 School Calendar (Discussion and/or Action)
XIV.
Old Business
XV.
New Business
XVI.
Audience to Visitors (on items related to District business)
XVII.
Correspondence and FOIA Requests
XVIII. Information Items − September 2008 Financial Report − Procedural Changes XIX.
Closed session (if needed)
XX.
Adjournment
* Denotes items for Board members only Upcoming Regular Board Meetings: Monday, November 17, 2008 Monday, December 15, 2008 Monday, January 12, 2009 Monday, February 2, 2009 Monday, February 23, 2009 Monday, March 16, 2009 Monday, April 6, 2009
10/23/08 11:28 AM
MEMORANDUM TO:
Dr. Nanciann Gatta, Superintendent Board of Education
FROM: Dale Vogler, Interim Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources DATE:
October 27, 2008
SUBJECT:
Personnel Recommendations
1. It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the employment of the following support staff: NAME Ernst, Sarah
Ortiz, Rebecca Rubakha, Dina
POSITION/LOCATION Secretary B-Student Assistance Program/Pupil Personnel Services – North, S3-Step 1, 196 Days Secretary B/Special Education – West, S3-Step 1, 191 Days Teacher Assistant/ELL & Reading – North, P1-Step 1, 186 Days
FTE 1.0
EFFECTIVE DATE October 28, 2008
1.0
October 28, 2008
1.0
October 28, 2008
2. It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the employment of the following staff for Explore Test 2008: NILES WEST NILES NORTH SUPERVISORS PROCTORS SUPERVISORS PROCTORS Brandes, Kathleen Berg, Margaret *Bowering, Traci Al-Bazi, Carmen Conklin, Patricia Caruso, Stephanie Bramley, Scott *Aessa, Jacqueline Foerch, Pamela Coleman, Phyllis *Erickson, Christy Bartlett, Charlene Foerch, Steve Drachenberg, Barbara France, Katherine Dornseif, Katherine Forman, Alexa Ference, Patricia *Hillman,Kristine Drblik, Carolyn Gerambia, Lia Glaubke, Margaret *Joyner,Kristine Erickson, Judy Gogerty, Colleen Gonzales, Carlotta Jukic, Jasminka Feldman, Diane Gray, Nathan Gragnani, Lucille *Lag, Meagan *Lawrence, Dorothy Gross, Rachel Hastings, Loretta McEvoy, Jennifer Lenhardt, Carolyn Grunst, Marie Kale, Angela Meyer, Richard Liedtke, Laura Hawker, Christopher Kim, Gloria Nelson, Mitchell Relihan-Hantel, Maureen Kantor, Dana Liardakis, Nikki Pratt, Charles Tortorice, Ginger Kaye, Amy Moy, Jean Rashkow, Donna Watson, Daphne Malatesta, David Owens, Laura *Shermach, William Metoyer, Stacy Russell-Kawa, Colleen *Smith, Agnes O’Brien, Robert Sikorski, Margaret Troop, Ryan Serafini, Anthony Walshon, Jeanne Shah, Hetal Wheatman, Judy Shaoul, David Williams, Angela Sihweil, Abraham Tuecke, Rebecca * Not District 219 employee
3. It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the employment of the following temporary/part-time staff NAME Buckley, Sean Choe, Justine Cohn, Walline Krapivkin, Aleksandr Lin, Linda Machalinski, Dan Plutov, Emily Suran, Jason Young, Michael
POSITION/LOCATION Theatre Assistant – West IRC Assistant – North Job Coach – West Theatre Assistant – West IRC Monitor – North Theatre Assistant – West Science Lab Assistant – West Theatre Assistant – West Security Monitor – North
RATE $7.75/Hr. $7.75/Hr. $14.00/Hr. $7.75/Hr. $7.75/Hr. $7.75/Hr. $7.75/Hr. $7.75/Hr. $16.00/Hr.
EFFECTIVE DATE October 28, 2008 October 28, 2008 October 28, 2008 October 28, 2008 October 28, 2008 October 28, 2008 October 28, 2008 October 28, 2008 October 28, 2008
4. It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the leave of absence for the following certified staff for the 2008-2009 school year: NAME Litberg, Lisa
POSITION/LOCATION Special Education - North
TYPE OF LEAVE FMLA – Unpaid - 11/24/2008-12/19/2008
5. It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the retirement of the following certified staff: NAME Asaro, Joseph Cantor, Iris Kerbis Kelsey, Janet Levitan, Marla Rapp, Mary
POSITION/LOCATION Science – North Special Education – North Social Studies - West Guidance Counselor – West English - West
FTE 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
EFFECTIVE DATE June 30, 2013 June 30, 2011 June 30, 2012 June 30, 2013 June 30, 2013
6. It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the resignation of the employee support staff: NAME Friedman, Charlie Harris, Robin
POSITION/LOCATION Teacher Assistant/Special Education - North Clerk A/Main Office - North
FTE 1.0 1.0
EFFECTIVE DATE End of work day 10/17/2008 End of work day 10/28/2008
7. It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the employment of the following stipend positions for the 2008-2009 school year: NILES NORTH Assistant Boys Tennis NILES WEST Marching Band
NAME *Gurolnick, Robert NAME *Lapenia, Alex
* Indicates not a District 219 employee 8. It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the employment of the following substitute teachers for the 2008-2009 school year: NAME Lichenstein, Richard Macholl, Julia
NAME Marks, Toba Sawosko, Walter
NAME Wagner, James Wentzel, Kenneth
NAME Whiteside, Karen
9.
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the following disciplinary action:
CASE# 2009-04
DISCIPLINARY ACTION Suspension without pay – 10 days (October 28, 2008 through November 10, 2008)
School Board Niles Township District 219, Cook County, Illinois MINUTES Regular Board Meeting Monday, October 6, 2008 The meeting was held in the Board Room of the District Office located at 7700 Gross Point Road, Skokie, Illinois. I. Call to Order and Roll Call Board President Robert Silverman called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. Board members present at Roll Call: Sheri Doniger, Carlton Evans, Jeffrey Greenspan, Ruth Klint, Robert Silverman, Lynda Smith. II. Executive Session It was moved by GREENSPAN and seconded by EVANS to recess into closed session to discuss matters relating to student discipline and the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance or dismissal of specific employees. A roll call vote was taken. Voting Aye: Doniger, Evans, Greenspan, Klint, Silverman, Smith. The motion carried. The Board recessed into closed session at 7:05 p.m. At 7:45 p.m. it was moved by DONIGER and seconded by EVANS to return to open session. A roll call vote was taken. Voting Aye: Doniger, Evans, Greenspan, Klint, Silverman, Smith. The motion carried. III. Recall to Order of Open Session Ms. Smith recalled the meeting to order at 7:45 p.m. The Pledge was recited. IV. Changes/Additions to the Agenda Added to the consent agenda was a personnel issue and a student discipline issue. Removed from the consent agenda were three student trips, Niles North theatre, and two Niles North vocal jazz trips. V. Audience to Visitors No one asked to speak. Minutes of Regular Board Meeting of October 6, 2008
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VI. Student Representative Comments Amy Amin spoke about the events that took place for Homecoming. VII. Community Representative Comments No one asked to speak. VIII. Approval of Consent Agenda It was moved by SMITH and seconded by DONIGER to accept the amended consent agenda. A roll call vote was taken. Voting Aye: Doniger, Evans, Greenspan, Klint, Silverman, Smith. The motion carried. Included in the consent agenda: − Monthly Bills and Payroll in the amount of $5,098,303.78. − Personnel •
Approve employment of the support staff Linda Leung as Teacher Assistant/ Foreign Language & ELL ‐ North, P1‐S4, 186 days effective 9/29/08.
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Approve employment of the following temporary/part‐time staff effective 10/7/08:
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NAME
POSITION/LOCATION
RATE
Antonow, Alexander Chiu, Rita Khan, Maryam Orange, Bethsaida Ortiz, Samuel Rana, Pavan Shah, Mihir
Audio Visual Intern – West Textbook Center Assistant – West IRC Assistant –North IRC Assistant – North Textbook Center Assistant – West Audio Visual Intern – North Audio Visual Intern – North
$8.00/Hr. $7.75/Hr. $7.75/Hr. $7.75/Hr. $7.75/Hr. $8.00/Hr. $8.00/Hr.
Approve the following certified staff leave of absence for the 2008‐09 school year: NAME
POSITION/LOCATION
TYPE OF LEAVE
Trzaskus, Susan
Science – North
FMLA – Unpaid 11/3/08‐1/15/08
Approve employment of the following stipend positions for the 2008‐09 year: SCHOOL
POSITION
NAME
Niles North Niles North Niles North Niles West Niles Central
Assyrian Club Hellenic Club Assistant Wrestling Coach Mock Trial Team Dean of Students
Al‐Bazi, Carmen Bentle, Thomas *Priban, Jeffrey Belleau, Michael Frampton, John
* Indicates not a District 219 employee
•
Approve the following disciplinary actions: CASE#
DISCIPLINARY ACTION
2009‐01 2009‐02
Suspension without Pay – 2 days (10/14 & 10/15/08) Resignation and General Release Page 2 of 7
Minutes of Regular Board Meeting of October 6, 2008
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Approve the termination of probationary employee Wendy Gillman, Secretary B, Special Education – West, 191 days, effective October 2, 2008.
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Approve the resignation of support staff Laurie Volocyk Secretary B, Pupil Personnel Services – North, effective October 31, 2008.
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Approve employment of the following substitute teachers for the 2008‐09 year: Papaioannou, Vasilios Truong, Hoang Carey, Sharon Patlak, Daniel Weyna, Patricia Key, Brian Pinson, Theo Ziubrzynski, Stan Levin, Mitchell Sawosko, Walter
− Minutes of 9/15/08 Meeting, open and closed sessions. − Student Trips − For one North RIOT Club student to attend the Women in Entrepreneurship symposium in Albany, New York on November 6‐8, 2008 at a cost to the District of $220. − For approximately 25 North drama students to attend the Illinois High School Theatre Festival in Champaign on January 8‐10, 2009 at a cost to the District of $8,487. − For 89 West orchestra and wind ensemble members to attend a trip to Washington, D.C. on January 16‐21, 2009 at a cost to the District of $440. − Textbooks for an anticipated total cost of $3,735. IX. Superintendent’s Report Dr. Gatta thanked the community for their support and turnout for the school events celebrating Niles West 50th and Homecoming. She said it was an exciting weekend. −
Principals’ Report Mr. Freeman spoke of events scheduled for North’s Homecoming. He is starting a program where he and the assistant principals have lunch with students to discuss school issues.
Mr. Osburn said West conducted a site evacuation and it went very well. The Names assemblies were held and they have over 50 leaders. Over 400 people attended the tour of Niles West that was conducted yesterday. Many staff members were present and students performed. X. Board Members’ Comments Ruth Klint attended the LICA meeting and said she appreciates the co‐mingling of this group. Minutes of Regular Board Meeting of October 6, 2008
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Bob Silverman said three or four weeks ago the Foundation sold 60 tickets to the West 50th Event and were concerned about over committing. Over 500 people attended the event which was a well organized, fantastic event. XI. Board Committee Reports Daycare – Agendas are set. A 10/10 meeting is scheduled with the potential daycare provider and a 11/3 planning meeting is scheduled. Facility Committee ‐ A meeting is scheduled for 10/15 at 7:30 p.m. where Paul Babski will do a presentation and the six classroom and daycare addition. Policy Committee – A meeting is scheduled for 10/8 to discuss field trips. Changes discussed at the 9/22 meeting are on tonight’s agenda. XII. Business Student Trips The North trip to New York City was discussed. It was questioned if the District should cover the cost. It was clarified that when students perform the District pays. At this proposed trip the students will present workshops. It was moved by SMITH and seconded by DONIGER to approve 20 North stu‐ dents to go on a theatre trip to New York, New York on March 24‐27, 2009 at no cost to the District. A roll call vote was taken. Voting Aye: Doniger, Evans, Greenspan, Klint, Silverman, Smith. The motion carried. The North vocal jazz trips were discussed. It was clarified that the Decatur trip is in state and District funds will be used; the Kalamazoo trip is out of state and activity funds will be used. It was moved by SMITH and seconded by DONIGER to approve North vocal jazz and choir trips for 58 members to attend the Milikin Vocal Jazz Festival in Decatur, Illinois on February 20‐21, 2009 at a cost to the District of $6,662 and for 50 members to attend the Midwest Vocal Jazz Invitational in Kalamazoo, Michigan on March 20‐21, 2009 at no cost to the District. A roll call vote was taken. Voting Aye: Doniger, Evans, Greenspan, Klint, Silverman, Smith. The motion carried.
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Minutes of Regular Board Meeting of October 6, 2008
Policy Changes – 1st Reading The Board reviewed the common assessment proposal. It was noted that CSSI has had discussions on this for the past two years. The intent is to enhance student’s learning. There are a large number of teachers that currently use common assessments for courses. There are three phases to this proposal and the hope is to have grading scales restructuring done by the end of the 2010. Policy Changes – 2nd Reading It was moved by SMITH and seconded by DONIGER to approve all proposed policy changes except Policy 4:20. A roll call vote was taken. Voting Aye: Doniger, Evans, Greenspan, Klint, Silverman, Smith. The motion carried. The following policy changes were approved: 2:105 2:120 4:10 4:30 4:40 4:45 4:50 4:55 4:80 4:90 4:100 4:110 4:120 4:130 4:160 4:170 5:60 6:20 6:310 8:22
Ethics and Gift Ban Board Member Development Fiscal and Business Management Revenue and Investments Incurring Debt Insufficient Fund Checks Payment Procedures Use of Credit and Procurement Cards Accounting and Audits Activity Funds Insurance Management Transportation Food Services Free and Reduced‐Price Food Services Hazardous and Infectious Materials Safety Expenses School Year Calendar and Day Credit for Alternative Courses and Programs, and Course Substitutions Supplemental Recreational, Athletic, and Other Enrichment Activities
Minutes of Regular Board Meeting of October 6, 2008
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It was moved by DONIGER and seconded by SMITH to approve Policy 4:20 Fund Balances. A roll call vote was taken. Voting Aye: Doniger, Evans, Klint, Silverman, Smith. Voting Nay: Greenspan. The motion carried. 2008 PSAE Report Anne Roloff reviewed this report and stated that scores have remained stable over time even with the change in population. For the first time limited English proficiency students took the reading portion of the PSAE. It was noted that the comparison is not of the same students; results are from 11th graders for the test year. The state has required North to develop a restructuring plan and this will be done in a manner very similar to what was done at West last year. The Board questioned PSAE scores going down while the ACT scores increased. It was clarified that the PSAE scores are from the Class of 2008 while the ACT scores are from the Class of 2009. The Board asked that in the future a report of disaggregated numbers be presented, to show the growth of students that have attended school in Niles Township for a period of time, as opposed to recent transfers. The Board also requested a report showing scores without the LEP students. Dr. Roloff stated that no surrounding school made AYP. It was noted that we are a very successful school district and have numerous programs to assist students. Using one test given on one day to measure student achievement is not a good scale indicator. Dr. Roloff said Niles West has been selected to be part of a national measurement program. 2008 School Report Cards It was moved by DONIGER and seconded by KLINT to approve the 2008 School Report Cards. A roll call vote was taken. Voting Aye: Doniger, Evans, Greenspan, Klint, Silverman, Smith. The motion carried.
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Minutes of Regular Board Meeting of October 6, 2008
Class of 2008 ACT Report The scores reflect the last test a student took. The Board asked for a report by removing the top and bottom 15%. The Board also requested a report for students that did not attend our sender schools. XIII. Old Business There was no old business. XIV. New Business There was no new business. XV. Audience to Visitors No one asked to speak. XVI. Correspondence and FOIA Requests Two FOIA requests were received – one for bid results on the classroom addition and a residency FOIA. XVII. Information Items •
Procedures 6:280‐AP1 Repeating Courses 6:280‐AP3 Grading
XVIII. Adjournment It was moved by DONIGER and seconded by KLINT to adjourn the meeting. A roll call vote was taken. Voting Aye: Doniger, Evans, Greenspan, Klint, Silverman, Smith. The motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 9:40 p.m. _________________________________
______________________________
President
Secretary
Minutes of Regular Board Meeting of October 6, 2008
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NILES TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 219 Business Office Memorandum
TO:
Dr. Nanciann Gatta Board of Education
FROM:
Paul O’Malley Assistant Superintendent for Business Services
DATE:
October 27, 2008
SUBJECT:
Purchase of 2008 Ford F450 Dump Truck With Plow and Spreader - North
RATIONALE: During the September floods, a 1992 GMC3500 truck was damaged and totaled by the insurance company. This truck was used during the winter months for snow removal. An insurance check will be issued for $3,256.60 once the vehicle is officially retired from our fleet. A replacement truck is available under the 2008 State Contract for $55,462 including title, M plate and transportation to Skokie. The vehicle will be similar to the truck purchased in 2007. The 2008 Ford F450 4x4 diesel dump truck includes a 9 ft Heil dump bed, Western MVP 8’ 6” Vee plow and tailgate salt spreader.
MOTION: I move we purchase a 2008 Ford F450 dump truck with plow and spreader from Morrow Brothers Ford, Inc. in the amount of $55,462. The cost of the vehicle will be offset by a $3,256.60 insurance check.
POLICY CHANGES: SECOND READING October 27, 2008 Board meeting All recommended changes have been reviewed by the Board on the first reading (October 6, 2008). Section 6 (Instruction) Number
Name
6:280
Grading and Promotion
6:282
Weighted Grades and Rank in Class
6:320
Credit for Proficiency
Proposed Change Changes were made under Repeating Courses which identifying which grade(s) earned would qualify a student to repeat a course. In addition, the first grade will be designated as “repeated” and only the last grade for the last course attempted will be included in the student’s unweighted and weighted GPA’s was added. The addition of identifying full time to be a 300 minute day in order to qualify for the valedictorian or salutatorian position has been added to Rank in Class for Transfer Courses. The Drivers Education paragraph has been deleted, following the states changes.
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Instruction Grading and Promotion The Superintendent or designee shall establish a system of grading and reporting academic achievement to students, their parents /guardians. The system shall also determine when the requirements for promotion and graduation have been met. The decision to promote a student to the next grade shall be based on successful completion of the curriculum, attendance, performance based Standards Achievement tests, or other testing. A student shall not be promoted based upon age or any other social reason not related to academic performance. The Administration shall determine remedial assistance for a student who is not promoted. Every teacher shall maintain an evaluation record for each student enrolled in the teacher's classes. A District administrator cannot change the final grade assigned by the teacher without notifying the teacher. Reasons for changing a student's final grade include: • a miscalculation of test scores, • a technical error in assigning a particular grade or score, • the teacher agreeing to allow the student to do extra work that may impact the grade, • an inappropriate grading system used to determine the grade, or • an inappropriate grade based on an appropriate grading system. Should a grade change be made, the administrator making the change must sign the changed record. Repeating Courses Students may repeat courses in which they have earned a grade of “F”, F*, “WF”, “WP”, “D”, “AU” or, if there are extraordinary circumstances, a grade of “C”. The Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction will develop procedures to implement the policy on repeating courses.The first grade will be designated as “repeated.” The transcript is a record of all courses attempted. However, only the grade for the last course attempted will be included in the student’s unweighted and weighted GPA’S (see Board procedure 6:280-AP1).
LEGAL REF.:
105 ILCS 510-20.9a, 5/10-21.8, and 5/27-27.
CROSS REF.:
6:300 (graduation requirements), 7:50 (school admissions and student transfer to and from non-district schools)
ADOPTED:
November 20, 2006
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Instruction Weighted Grades and Rank in Class 1.
Weighting of Courses All courses except Physical Education, Driver Education and those courses graded pass/fail will be evaluated and placed in one of the four levels listed below:
2.
Level
A
B
C
D
F
II
5.00
4.00
3.00
1.50
0
III
6.00
5.00
4.00
2.00
0
IV
7.00
6.00
5.00
2.50
0
V
8.00
7.00
6.00
3.00
0
Courses to be Used in Computation of the Weighted Grade Point Average a.
When computing the weighted grade point average under this policy, courses to be used in calculating the weighted grade point average (G.P.A.) will include all courses in English (except Newspaper Production, Yearbook Production, Photojournalism, and Humanities), Foreign Language, Mathematics (except Computer Science), Science, Social Studies, and all Advanced Placement Courses.
b.
Sufficient courses in these or other departments, selected on the basis of decreasing earned weight, must be included to meet the following minimums at each semester: Student Grade Level 11 - Semester 1 11 - Semester 2 12 - Semester 1 12 - Semester 2
3.
Courses Included 22 25 29 32
c.
Additional courses taken in any other areas (including the exceptions in English and Mathematics) will be included in the calculation if their inclusion improves the weighted grade point average.
d.
Drivers Education, Physical Education and pass/fail courses are excluded for the weighted grade point average calculation.
Rank in Class Rank in class shall be calculated on both weighted and unweighted grade point averages and both ranks will appear on the transcript. The weighted rank will be used to determine class valedictorian and salutatorian.
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Rank in Class for Early Graduation Students who graduate early will retain, for the permanent records, the rank-in-class computed for their grade level at the time of their graduation. Those students who complete their work early will not be included in the ranking when their class graduates.
5.
Rank in Class for Transfer Courses a.
"Transfer Courses" are defined as any courses taken outside of District 219 for which credit can be accepted. Class ranks will be based only on courses taken in District 219. Students must attend school full time (300 minute day) in District 219 for at least four (4) semesters in order to qualify for the valedictorian or salutatorian position.
b.
Course titles, grades and credits for transfer courses shall appear on the transcript. However, no quality points (i.e., grade weight) shall be assigned to these courses which would be calculated in the weighted grade point average. The exception shall be special education students placed through a Multidisciplinary Conference decision at an attendance center outside of District 219. These students' courses shall be transferred to District 219 along with quality points which shall be calculated in the weighted grade point average.
CROSS REF.: 7:40 (Nonpublic School Students) ADOPTED:
April 29, 2002
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Instruction Credit For Proficiency Students wishing to take proficiency examinations shall submit a parental permission form and contact the high school guidance counselor at least one month before the scheduled test date. The Building Principal will notify all eligible students of the date or dates of the tests.
Drivers Education The Administration may develop and administer proficiency examinations for the practice driving part of the driver education course. Students are eligible to take such examinations any time after completing 3 hours of practice driving under direct, individual instruction. Students successfully completing the proficiency examination will receive course credit. No letter grade will be given for purposes of the student's cumulative grade point average.
Consumer Education The District administers an annual consumer education proficiency test developed by the State Board of Education to students in grades 9 through 12 who elect to take it. Any student achieving a score above the minimum score established by the State Board of Education shall be excused from the consumer education curriculum. Other Proficiency Testing Proficiency testing may be used to determine eligible credit for other subjects whenever students enter from non-graded schools, non-recognized or non-accredited schools, or were in a homeschooling program. LEGAL REF.:
105 ILCS 5/10-22.10,5/10-22.43, 5/10-22.43a, 5/27-12.1, and 27-24.3 and 5/2724.4.
CROSS REF.:
6:280 (grading and promotion), 6:300 (graduation requirements), 6:310 (credit for alternative courses and programs, and course substitutions), 7:40 (nonpublic school students, including parochial and home-schooled students)
ADOPTED:
August 24, 2000
POLICY CHANGES: FIRST READING October 27, 2008 Board meeting All recommended changes have been reviewed and approved by the Policy Committee, relevant staff members, and (where needed) the district attorney. Section 6 (Instruction) Number 6:244
Name Non-School-Sponsored Study and Educational Travel Tours
Proposed Change Title change from Chief Operating Officer to Assistant Superintendent for Business Services.
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Instruction Non School-Sponsored Study and Educational Travel Tours Non school-sponsored study and educational travel tours are educational trips that are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the board. The District assumes no liability or responsibility for the conduct or itinerary. An agent sponsoring a trip must have approval to advertise in District schools. The Building Principal shall appoint a committee to review proposed tours. To be eligible to be advertised, a tour must have a proposal that specifies: a) b) c) d) e) f)
Full costs to the students involved and a cost comparison to similar tours. Travel and lodging arrangements. The educational emphasis of the tour. Evidence of liability coverage for tour participants. The time and dates in the tour itinerary The type of carrier.
The agent sponsoring the tour must submit a letter to the District that relieves the district of any liability or responsibility and provides sufficient liability coverage as determined by the Chief Operating OfficerAssistant Superintendent for Business Services. Tours must also provide a variety of meaningful experiences, and, if a foreign tour, must have a balance of American and foreign instructors. The Building Principal’s committee shall review and authorize any tour advertisements to be distributed in the District. Content shall be restricted by the same criteria found in Board Policy 8:25, Distribution and Display of Community Flyers and Posters. The Board of Education may make final determination on a proposed tour. A disclaimer shall accompany any advertisement stating that the district is not sponsoring the tour. Any school employee who has any interest or involvement with the tour shall make a full and public disclosure of his/her monetary or other interest or involvement with the trip our tour. The study-travel organization or accrediting agency will prepare a report of the trip upon return, if requested. ADOPTED:
August 25, 2005
Niles Township High Schools Superintendent’s Office 7700 Gross Point Road – Skokie, IL 60077 Phone: 847-626-3960 Fax: 847-626-3075
Memo To:
Board of Education
From:
Dr. Nanciann Gatta
Date:
October 22, 2008
Re:
2009-2010 School Calendar
Following is a proposed school calendar for next year. We were concerned about spring break 2010 and polled the North Shore Superintendents for what week their high schools were taking for spring break. The majority responded with the week contained in the attached calendar. This calendar was also reviewed with the Niles Township Superintendents’ Association to ensure that the feeder schools use the same basic calendar. Also note that the school year contains an additional day, making 178 attendance days which is part of the new NTFT agreement. If you all agree, this calendar can be approved. Or, changes can be made and this will be brought to the November meeting for approval.
MOTION: I move that the Board of Education approve the proposed 2009-10 school calendar.
2009-2010 SCHOOL CALENDAR DRAFT
2009-10 draft.xls
Codes: X = attendance day; XHI, XHPT, XID, XDS, XHS, XHSW, XHIH, XHPH = half attendance day; XH = holiday attendance waiver; FPT, FPTH, WFPT = full day parent teacher conference; FI, WFI, FIH = teacher inservice; PI, TI, TIH = parent/teacher institute; ED
Jul-09 Sun
Aug-09 Mon
Tue
Sun
Sep-09
Wed
Thur
Fri
Sat
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
1
2
3
Sun
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
6
5
6
7
8
9
10
4 HOL 11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
13
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
20
26
27
28
29
30
31
24 FI 30 31 X Aug Attend:
25 X
26 X
27 X
28 X
29
27
July Attend:
Accum
0
23
0
Oct-09 Sun
4 11 18 25
5 X 12 HOL 19 X 26 X
Oct Attend:
Tue
6 X 13 X 20 X 27 X
Fri
Sat
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
2 X 9 X 16 X 23 X 30 X
3
1
10
8
17
15
24
22
3 FI 10 X 17 X 24 X
4 X 11 HOL 18 X 25 NIA
5 X 12 X 19 X 26 HOL
6 X 13 X 20 X 27 NIA
31
29
2 X 9 X 16 X 23 X 30 X
7
7 X 14 X 21 X 28 X
1 X 8 X 15 X 22 X 29 X
Accum
Nov Attend:
46
3 10 17 24
4 X 11 X 18 HOL 25 X
Tue
5 X 12 X 19 X 26 X
Wed
6 X 13 X 20 X 27 X
Thur
Fri
Sat
2
7 X 14 X 21 X 28 X
1 HOL 8 X 15 X 22 NIA 29 X
Sun
9
7
16
14
23
21
30
28
Sun
14
6
21
13
28
20 27
Accum
16
Thu
Fri
Sat
3 X 10 X 17 X 24 X
4 X 11 X 18 X 25 X
5
7 HOL 14 X 21 X 28 NIA
2 X 9 X 16 X 23 X 30 X
Accum
20
12 19 26
25
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
2 X 9 X 16 X 23 NIA 30 NIA
3 X 10 X 17 X 24 NIA 31 NIA
4 X 11 X 18 X 25 HOL
5
7 X 14 X 21 NIA 28 NIA
1 X 8 X 15 X 22 NIA 29 NIA
Dec Attend: 14
62
Feb-10 Mon
Wed
1 X 8 X 15 X 22 X 29 X
Dec-09
Thur
21
Tue
Sep Attend:
5
Wed
Jan-10 Sun
Accum
5
Nov-09 Mon
Mon
1
Accum
12 19 26
76
Mar-10 Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
1 X 8 X 15 HOL 22 X
2 X 9 X 16 X 23 X
3 X 10 X 17 X 24 X
4 X 11 X 18 X 25 X
5 X 12 X 19 X 26 FI
6
Sun
13
7
20
14
27
21 28
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
1 HOL 8 X 15 x 22 X 29 NIA
2 X 9 X 16 X 23 X 30 NIA
3 X 10 X 17 X 24 X 31 NIA
4 X 11 X 18 X 25 X
5 X 12 X 19 X 26 X
6 13 20 27
31 Jan Attend:
Accum
18
Feb Attend:
94
Apr-10 Sun
4 11 18 25
Accum
18
Mar Attend:
112
May-10 Mon
5 X 12 X 19 X 26 X
Apr Attend:
Tue
6 X 13 X 20 X 27 X
20
Wed
Thur
Fri
Sat
2 NIA 9 X 16 X 23 X 30 X
3
7 X 14 X 21 X 28 X
1 NIA 8 X 15 X 22 X 29 X
Accum
151
10 17 24
Sun
131
Jun-10 Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
1 X 8 X 15 ED 22
2 X 9 X 16 ED 23
3 X 10 ED 17
4 X 11 ED 18
5
19
24
25
26
29
30
1 2
Accum
19
3 4 X X 9 10 11 X X 16 17 18 X X 23 24 25 X X 30 31 HOL May Attend: 20
5 X 12 X 19 X 26 X
6 X 13 X 20 X 27 X
Accum
7 X 14 X 21 X 28 X
171
8
6
15
13
22
20
7 X 14 ED 21
29
27
28
Jun Attend:
7
Accum
12
178
Notes: Rosh Hashana, Saturday, 9/19/09, Yom Kippur, Monday 9/28/09, Day off between semesters Firday, 1/22/10, Passover, Tuesday, DRAFT 10/22/2008 3/3/10, Good Friday, 4/2/10. Attendance days - 1st semester - 89, 2nd - 89.
NILES TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT #219 FINANCIAL REPORT SEPTEMBER 30, 2008
FUND EDUCATIONAL OPERATIONS & MAINT. BOND & INTEREST TRANSPORTATION IMRF/FICA SITE & CONSTRUCTION WORKING CASH TORT/LIABILITY LIFE SAFETY TOTAL ALL FUNDS
*BEGINNING FUND BALANCE $26,744,997 $8,204,881 $5,680,764 $4,080,426 $3,486,579 $10,519,481 $20,164,419 $8,138,619 $3,504,155
YEAR TO DATE REVENUE $3,262,036 $322,933 $131,404 $131,699 $53,233 $103,361 $218,552 $146,834 $58,395
YEAR TO DATE EXPENDITURES ($12,807,332) ($4,095,327) ($1,089) ($316,839) ($547,333) $0 $0 ($792,496) ($637,830)
ENDING FUND BALANCE $17,199,701 $4,432,487 $5,811,079 $3,895,286 $2,992,479 $10,622,842 $20,382,971 $7,492,957 $2,924,720
PURCHASE ORDERS OUTSTANDING $3,299,656 $3,960,198 $0 $2,831,566 $0 $0 $0 $1,919,403 $125,248
$90,524,321
$4,428,447
($19,198,246)
$75,754,522
$12,136,071
*Unaudited
FUND EDUCATIONAL OPERATIONS & MAINT. BOND & INTEREST TRANSPORTATION IMRF/FICA SITE & CONSTRUCTION WORKING CASH TORT/LIABILITY LIFE SAFETY TOTAL ALL FUNDS
FUND EDUCATIONAL OPERATIONS & MAINT. BOND & INTEREST TRANSPORTATION IMRF/FICA SITE & CONSTRUCTION WORKING CASH TORT/LIABILITY LIFE SAFETY TOTAL ALL FUNDS
CASH & INVESTMENTS $17,190,520 $4,432,487 $5,811,079 $3,895,286 $2,992,479 $10,622,842 $20,382,971 $7,492,957 $2,924,720
OTHER ASSETS $61,116 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
LIABILITIES ($51,935) $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
FUND BALANCE $17,199,701 $4,432,487 $5,811,079 $3,895,286 $2,992,479 $10,622,842 $20,382,971 $7,492,957 $2,924,720
$75,745,341
$61,116
($51,935)
$75,754,522
FY 09 ANNUAL BUDGET (INCLUDES OPERATING TRANSFERS) REVENUE EXPENDITURES $94,999,581 $82,019,039 $13,272,436 $13,805,616 $6,261,557 $5,865,256 $4,649,947 $4,683,795 $2,476,882 $2,807,311 $445,000 $2,590,000 $3,109,538 $860,000 $3,938,580 $3,540,728 $677,386 $1,320,000 $129,830,907
$117,491,745
MONTH MONTH MONTH TO DATE TO DATE TO DATE REVENUE EXPENDITURES PO'S CREATED ($512,524) $6,502,919 $2,410,293 $178,148 $1,753,092 $288,616 $83,582 $1,089 $0 ($702,121) ($3,628) $2,453,539 $27,883 $239,246 $0 $34,409 $0 $0 $83,512 $0 $0 $85,655 $518,658 ($1,354) $30,235 $256,180 $51,099 ($691,221)
$9,267,556
$5,202,193
NILES TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOLS - DISTRICT #219 REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND FUND BALANCES 7/1/2008 - 9/30/2008
$28,000,000 $26,000,000 BEG. FUND BALANCE
$24,000,000
YTD REVENUE
$22,000,000 $20,000,000
YTD EXPENDITURES
$18,000,000
ENDING FUND BALANCE
$16,000,000 $14,000,000 $12,000,000 $10,000,000 $8,000,000 $6,000,000 $4,000,000 $2,000,000
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ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES October 27, 2008 Board Meeting These procedures are presented for your review. As always we are eager to have your input, as these procedures are designed by administration to implement the Board’s adopted policies. Section 4 (Operational Services) Number
4:110-AP1
Name
Transportation Services Provided
Proposed Change
A new row has been added for National Competitions with funding allocations under the allowable sources of funding for transportation chart. The Committee added, “after petitioning the Board” to follow, Up to 30% per student cost if funding is requested from the District. Activity Funds/Student Fees have been split into their own individual column.
Section 6 (Instruction) Number 6:190-AP4 6:190-E2
Name Student Group Trips Proposed Overnight Trip (Board Approval Form)
6:190-E3
Proposed Overnight Trip Worksheet
6:280-AP3
Grading
Proposed Change Same as 4:110-AP1 (above). The middle portion of this form, which refers to the trip cost, was moved to 6:190-E3 (below) making this form for information only regarding the proposed trip. This rewritten form will be used in conjunction with form 6:190-E2 and details the cost breakdown for the proposed trip. The Committee added: • The definition of “sponsor” • Appropriate # of sponsors must align with: venue, event and need for student supervision Total student cost and per student cost This procedure was reviewed at the October 6th Board Mtg. It is being brought back with revisions which cover additional test(s) and clarifying our expectation that the same course will have the same grading scale.
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Operational Services Administrative Procedure: Transportation Services Provided Requests for Bus Transportation A student’s parent(s)/ guardian(s) may file a petition with the School Board requesting transportation due to the existence of a serious safety hazard. Upon receipt of a petition from a parent/guardian, the Transportation Coordinator will conduct a safety study in accordance with Illinois State Law (Section 29-3 of the School Code). Bus Routes The Transportation Coordinator shall publish bus routes in community newspapers before the beginning of each school year. The bus routes shall also be included in the summer mailing to parents. Bus Fees: The Chief Operating OfficerAssistant Superintendent for Business Services annually recommends to the Board of Education a bus fee for students living within 1 1/2 miles. Paying riders who enroll after the opening of the school year shall be charged by semester. Fees will not be refunded. Non-Public School Students Non-public school students who live in the district may use the district’s transportation along established routes. Those living less than one and one-half miles from school shall be charged the same annual per pupil charge established by the Board of Education for students attending the district schools. Students living more than one and one-half miles from school may use the district’s transportation free of charge. Activity Transportation All requests for transportation services must come through the Business OfficeSecurity Office, where final approval is given and arrangements are made. Staff members may not rent or otherwise arrange for the use of vehicles to transport students on activity trips. Budgeted funds (including grant money) may only be used to cover transportation costs for some types of activity travel. For other events and where budgeted funds are insufficient to cover allowable costs, transportation costs must be charged back to students or to an activity fund. The Business Office will return student transportation money to the appropriate building budget. The following chart shows allowable sources of funding for transportation costs:
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TYPE OF EVENT IHSA sponsored contests and other events Trips for other statewide student organizations incorporated in IL. Trips for other student groups Community and metropolitan area appearances and meetings in which students represent the school or district Field trips (associated with a course) Out-of-state-trips (for any group) that are overnight Summer trips (unless sponsored by state association) National Competitions
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SCHOOL/ DISTRICT FUNDS
ACTIVITY FUNDS
STUDENT FEES
Up to 100%
If needed
If needed
Up to 100%
If needed
If needed
0% 100%
100% If needed
100% If needed
Amount not covered by student fee (set by Superintendent) 0%
If budget and fees If budget and are insufficient fees are insufficient 100% 100%
0%
100%
100%
100% *sponsor cost
If needed
All remaining costs
Up to: 30% per student cost, after petitioning the Board *Sponsor is defined as the individual or designee who is receiving the stipend for the club/activity. The appropriate number of sponsors must align with: venue, event and need for student supervision. The Chief Operating OfficerAssistant Superintendent for Business Services is authorized to make final decisions about who is responsible for transportation costs. Size of Van Students may be transported in a van which holds up to 11 persons, plus the driver. Board Review: July 10, 2006
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Instruction Administrative Procedures - Student Group Trips Student group trips are school approved student trips that are associated with extra-curricular, cocurricular, or special interest group activities, as defined in 6:190-AP1. They are usually scheduled when school is not in session, and may include overnight trips. No student may participate in a student group trip without submitting the appropriate form (6:190-E1), signed by the legal guardian and student. Supervision 1. The Principal will assure adequate supervision of all student group trips by staff members and other adults. 2. The sponsoring administrator will approve and train all trip supervisors and chaperones. 3. Supervisors and chaperones will make every reasonable effort to secure the safety and welfare of group trip participants en route, during stopover, and during activities. Approval for a Student Group Trip Before a teacher may promote, organize, or fund-raise for a student group trip, he or she must receive approval from the supervising administrator. Trips must have a clearly defined purpose that is tied to the Board goals, program outcomes, School Improvement Plan targets, and other related benefits to students. The Chief Operating OfficerAssistant Superintendent for Business Services or designee shall approve all negotiations and conclude all contracts with travel agencies or agents. If the trip is overnight, Form 6:190-E2 and 6:190-E3 must also be prepared and approved by the Board of Education prior to the trip. Financing Budgeted funds (including grant money) may only be used to cover some types of activity travel, including transportation. Students participating in a Student Group Trip may be charged a uniform fee for expenses not covered by budgeted funds or activity funds. The supervising administrator will review and approve this fee. The basic trip cost for chaperones will be provided by complimentary trip packages, district funds, activity account funds, parent group donations, fund-raising, personal contribution or by a combination of the above. The following chart shows allowable sources of funding for trip costs:
TYPE OF EVENT IHSA sponsored contests and other events Trips for other statewide student organizations incorporated in IL. Trips for other student groups
SCHOOL/ DISTRICT FUNDS
ACTIVITY FUNDS
STUDENT FEES
Up to 100%
If needed
If needed
Up to 100%
If needed
If needed
0%
100%
100%
SCHOOL/
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TYPE OF EVENT Community and metropolitan area appearances and meetings in which students represent the school or district Field trips (associated with a course) Out-of-state-trips (for any group) that are overnight Summer trips (unless sponsored by state association) National Competitions
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DISTRICT FUNDS
ACTIVITY FUNDS
STUDENT FEES
100%
If needed
If needed
Amount not covered by student fee (set by Superintendent) 0%
If budget and fees If budget and fees are insufficient are insufficient 100%
100%
0%
100%
100%
100% *sponsor cost
If needed
All remaining costs
Up to: 30% per student cost, after petitioning the Board *Sponsor is defined as the individual or designee who is receiving the stipend for the club/activity. The appropriate number of sponsors must align with: venue, event and need for student supervision. The building bookkeeper will take custody of all money collected from students. The Business Office will post student money to the appropriate building budget account. The supervising administrator will authorize payment of all trip expenses. Liability Coverage A quote application form, available from the Business Office, must be filled out for each school sponsored trip that involves travel to another country. This form must be submitted prior to trip departure. The administrator in charge will assure that all trip providers submit proof of insurance and will maintain all records of insurance in the file on each trip.
Board Review: July 10, 2006
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Instruction Exhibit: Proposed Overnight Trip (Board Approval Form) PROPOSED OVERNIGHT TRIP (Form must by typed)
Date Initiated:
Board of Education meeting date: (to be filled in by Superintendent or designee)
More detailed information on fund-raising, activities, chaperones, and detailed itineraries are included on Board Exhibit 6:190-E3. Numbers of participants and cost will be approximate until Board approval is received and information distributed to students. All overnight trips must attach a detailed itinerary and related contracts, exhibits etc. School:
Sponsor:
Trip name:
Activity/class:
Dates:
Days out of school:
Mode(s) of transportation: Overnight accommodations: Destinations (city/state/country):
Number of students: Total cost of the trip*: (must equal total on 6:190-E3) School/district budget:
Number of chaperones: $
These costs will be paid from the following sources:
$
Activity funds:
$
Students:
$
Purpose of trip (specifically address how this trip will increased the academic achievement of every student):
Related program outcomes or School Improvement Plan targets to be met by the trip:
Other benefits to students: SIGNATURES: Sponsor / Date
Director / Date
Principal / Date
Assistant Superintendent of C&I / Date
* Include indirect costs such as substitutes, as well as direct costs. Board Review:
December 12, 2005
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CURRENT
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Instruction Exhibit: Proposed Overnight Trip Worksheet (Form must be typed) Rationale:
Expenses
Detailed Description
Total Cost
Student Registration / Fees Chaperone Registration / Fees Lodging Food Transportation District cost for Substitute(s) / Teacher(s)
Total Cost of Trip Minus Student Registration / Fees Minus Chaperone Registration / Fees Minus Activity / Fundraising
Total Cost to District
$ -$ -$ -$ $
(must equal total on 6:190-E2)
Budget Code #: Activity Account Name: All over night trips must attach a detailed itinerary
($ ($
per student) per chaperone)
REWRITTEN
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Instruction Exhibit: Proposed Overnight Trip Worksheet (Form must be typed) Official request for funding will be made in open session of the Board of Education meeting during New Business. The Director must be available to answer questions pertinent to the field trip being presented to the Board. The Board’s decision will be based upon the following information (form must be typed):
Is this a National Competition:
Yes
Total dollar amount requested:
$
District Funds Requested: Yes
No
*Sponsor $
No
Student $ (Per Board Procedure 6:190-AP4)
*Sponsor is defined as the individual or designee who is receiving the stipend for the club/activity. The appropriate number of sponsors must align with: venue, event and need for student supervision.
Total cost of the trip:
$
Total Student Cost:
$
Per Student Cost: $
These costs will be paid from the following sources: School/Dist. Funds $ Activity Funds: $
Expenses
Total Student Contribution: $
Detailed Description
Total Cost
Student Registration / Fees Sponsor(s) Registration / Fees Lodging Food Transportation District cost for Substitute(s) / Teacher(s) Other
Total $ Budget Code #’s: Activity Account Name(s):
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Instruction Administrative Procedures: Grading Student academic achievement is assessed in terms of the attainment of measurable specific skills and content-area knowledge, as determined by each department’s set of standards for instruction and curriculum. Grading will not be used for disciplinary purposes. Student academic achievement is reported by the use of the following letter grades: Grade
Meaning of Grade
Count in GPA?
May Be Repeated?
A B C
high achievement above average achievement average achievement
yes yes yes
D F P F* WF WP Inc AU R
below average achievement failing passing in a pass/fail course failing in a pass/fail course withdrawn failing withdrawn passing incomplete audit indicates grade of course repeated
yes yes no no yes no no no no
no no only in extraordinary circumstances yes yes no yes yes yes N/A yes only one repeat is allowed, unless it is a graduation requirement, if the prior grade is C, D, F, F*WF
Curriculum Guide and Common Assessment: Beginning in the 2009-10 school year, all departments will review the curriculum guide and develop a common final assessment for each course (if one does not exist). Each course will have a District-wide core curriculum guide and complementing common final exam assessment, and which will be administered each semester, beginning in the 2009-2010 school year with all courses meeting this requirement by the end of the 2010-2011 school year. Final examinationsThese assessments will be administered during the specified final exam days at the end of each semester. Weight of Final Exams in Computing Students’ Final Course Grade: The same grading scales and percentages of the District-wide common final examinations will be implemented for all like courses. The final exam will count between 15 and 25 percent of a student’s final course grade. *Note implementation timeline above.Each course must have a final exam that counts for between 15 and 25 percent of the final course grade. The same grading scales and percentages for final exams will be implemented for all like courses. The common final assessment in any course may count for the entire final exam grade, or, if used in conjunction with a teacher-generated final exam, it must count for at least 10 percent of the final course grade. The teacher-generated final will then count between 5 and 15 percent of the final course grade. *Note implementation timeline above. Incomplete Grade: Teachers may allow students to earn an incomplete grade for the marking period in the case of extended illness or other extraordinary emergency that prevents a student
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from meeting all the requirements of the course within the established time frame. The teacher who issued the incomplete grade determines the deadline for accepting the student’s missed assignment(s). The deadline established by the teacher must be within the first 30 school days of the following marking period. Failure by the student to adhere to the teachers deadline will automatically result in the incomplete grade being changed to a failing grade. Audit Option: The audit option allows students to explore an area of study without the pressure of receiving a grade that impacts grade point average. (Only a grade of "AU" will appear on the transcript.) The student must attend the class for at least as many sessions as required for a regular grade for the "AU" designation to be recorded on his/her transcript. 1. Current students who wish to audit a course must make the request within the first two (2) weeks of the semester, using the Audit Option Request Form (6:280-E2). 2. Current students may register for an audit only when there are available seats in the course at the time of the request. 3. Current students may not change an audit grade to a letter grade after the audit request is approved. 4. Transfer students may be given audit status in one or more courses for the initial semester of enrollment (See 7:50-AP2). 5. Transfer students who earn the equivalent grade of A, B, or C by the end of the initial semester may have the audit grade changed to a letter grade carrying credit, with the approval of the teacher and the Director of Instruction (See 7:50-AP2). Board Review: October 6, 2008
