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The Student Responsibility Plan is a detailed outline of the specific goals that determine student accountability. These goals are determined in the Academic Improvement Plan meeting and are agreed upon by the student, parent, and Administration. Review of these goals will occur formally at each reporting period for the duration of the Academic Improvement Plan. The Academic Support Plan is a detailed plan that identifies the areas of support the student needs in order to be successful in achieving the goals outlined in the Student Responsibility Plan. The areas of support may include both in-school and out of school interventions that are agreed upon by the student, parent and Administration. Students will not be eligible for co-curricular activities in the first term of their Academic Improvement Plan. A review of the Academic Improvement Plan at the next reporting period may lead to the modifications of the plan (including eligibility) which will be based on student achievement of the goals of the plan. A student will be in violation of the Academic Improvement Plan if they maintain “D” or below on subsequent report cards. Students in violation of the Academic Improvement Plan will meet with their parent and an administrator to review the student’s goals. If a student demonstrates improvement on the subsequent report card, “C” or above, they are meeting the terms of the Academic Plan and will not meet with administration to review the student’s goals. A student who demonstrates improvement for the duration of the Academic Improvement Plan will no longer be tracked in the Academic Improvement Plan process. REVIEW OF ACADEMIC IMPROVEMENT PLAN Students who do not meet the terms of the Academic Improvement Plan will meet with school administrator to review the plan or to determine whether the AUS academic environment is appropriate for the student based on whether or not the school support network and the student’s efforts are successful. During the review meeting it will be determined if the student is showing interest and application as a member of the AUS community. During the Administration’s review, the Academic Improvement Plan will be tailored to the student’s academic achievement and learner development. Expectations will be set for students based on need and the expectation that all students meet the academic standards of the High School program. Enrichment Period Enrichment Period was developed to give students 45 minutes of additional time on Tuesdays and Wednesdays during the school day for assistance in core classes in which they were experiencing academic problems. Math, English, Science, and Social Studies teachers are required to request students who have below a C average in their class to work with them during Enrichment Period. Non-core teachers also have the opportunity to request students to work on various projects and performances. Priority is given to core subject teachers. 14
Extended Learning Time The Extended learning program includes a broad range of activities that provide students with academic enrichment and/ or supervised activities beyond the traditional school day. It is held from 2:45-3:30 Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Students are provided opportunity to complete missing assignments, receive homework help, participate in clubs, or receive more intensive academic help. Conferences PARENT CONFERENCES The High School hosts a number of opportunities for students and parents to come together with teachers to reflect on goals, performance and next steps. By the end of the first semester, teachers in High School will conduct a conference with every parent to discuss student’s achievement and school performance. Parent conferences are encouraged at any time during the school year if the conference will enhance a parent’s understanding of and support for their child’s schoolwork and school performance. BRINGING YOUR CHILD TO THE CONFERENCE Students play the most important role in using the information from assessments and reports to improve. In addition, students who are working with feedback from standards are in the best position to help you understand their progress. For these reasons we strongly recommend that your child accompany you to student, parent- teacher conferences throughout the year. These following questions help guide the student-parent-teacher conference to teachers: What academic areas are my child’s strengths/ areas of opportunity? Which learner development skills are my child’s strengths? Counseling Services The primary role of the High School Counselors is to advocate for students during these critical years of young adulthood. This is a critical time when students experience significant changes emotionally, socially and physically. The counselors serve all students and seek to enhance student learning by focusing on three interrelated areas: Academic Development, Personal and Social Development, and Career Exploration. Parents are encouraged to contact the counselors with any questions regarding your child in any of these areas. 15
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Page 3 and 4: INTRODUCTION Mission The American U
Page 5 and 6: Quick Facts SCHOOL HOURS 7:30 a.m.-
Page 7 and 8: Courses A complete list of academic
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Page 19 and 20: CODE OF CONDUCT Core Values Respect
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