KIPP NYC College Prep - Student and Family Handbook 2011-2012

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Student and Family Handbook

2011 - 2012


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Dear Parents/Guardians,

Welcome to the KIPP NYC College Prep team and family! KIPP NYC College Prep is dedicated to teaching

our students to develop the character and academic skills necessary to succeed in high school and

college, to be self-sufficient, successful and happy in the competitive world beyond. We will continue

the great work that began in our middle schools, and prepare our students for life beyond KIPPs four

walls. It is so exciting to have you and your children join us for our third year.

Whether our KIPPsters are in the classroom studying Global History, participating in Freshman

Orientation on college campuses, performing in our student productions, identifying their long-term

goals or practicing basketball; they truly embody what it is to be a KIPPster. We practice working hard

and being nice every day. Due to their tremendous grit, love, hope, communication and support, we

know our KIPPsters are certainly doing amazing things. Our newest freshmen class will help to create a

foundation at KIPP NYC College Prep that will set the tone for years to come. The students are

trailblazers and their leadership will be vital to our success! These are truly exciting times, and we are so

glad that you are part of it!

We recognize that these efforts take tremendous discipline and dedication, which can only be done with

the joint efforts of families, staff and, of course, our students themselves. In our attempt at continued

open communication and access to information, we have prepared a handbook ofthe schools

structure, attendance, schedule, culture, and academics. I hope that this handbook will serve as a useful

resource to answer questions you may have. Please keep it handy so that you may refer to it when

necessary. As our school grows, we will continue to update our handbook and will make sure that you

always have the most recent information.

We look forward to an exciting and positive year! Please feel free to contact me if you have any

questions, comments, or concerns.

Thank you for your continued faith and support,

Natalie Webb

Principal (917) 687 0052


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Estimados parientes y guardianes,

Bienvenidos al equipo y familia de KIPP NYC College Prep! KIPP NYC College Prep es dedicado a

ensearles a nuestros estudiantes como desarrollar las habilidades de carcter y acadmicos necesarios

para lograr xito en la segundaria y el mundo competitivo ms all. Continuaremos el trabajo que ya

empez en nuestras escuelas intermedias y prepararles a nuestros estudiantes para la vida ms all delas cuatro paredes de KIPP. Estamos muy contentos que ustedes y sus hijos tomen parte con nosotros

para nuestro tercer ao.

Si nuestros KIPPsters estn en el saln de clase estudiando historia mundial, participando en orientacin

de Freshman, actuando en las presentaciones estudiantiles, haciendo metas para el futuro o practicando

baloncesto; ellos verdaderamente lo que es ser un KIPPster. Practicamos trabajando duro y siendo

simptico todos los das. Por su increble fortitud, cario, esperanza, comunicacin y apoyo, sabemos

que nuestros KIPPsters estn haciendo cosas fenomenales todos los das. Nuestra nueva clase de

Freshman nos ayudar hacer una fundacin en KIPP NYC College Prep que establecer el tono para los

aos ms all. Los estudiantes son pioneros y su liderazgo ser vital a nuestro xito! Estamos en una

poca emocionante y estamos muy contentos que ustedes son parte de la experiencia!

Entendemos que todos estos esfuerzos requieren gran dedicacin y disciplina que slo pueden ser

realizados con los esfuerzos unidos de familias, facultad, y, por supuesto, nuestros estudiantes su

mismo. En nuestro intento para mantener comunicacin abierta y acceso a informacin, hemos

preparado esta gua de la estructura escolar, asistencia, horario, cultura y acadmicos. Espero que esta

gua sea un recurso til para contestar cualquiera pregunta que ustedes tengan. Favor de guardarla

para consultar cuando sea necesario. Como nuestra escuela crece, continuaremos renovar la gua y

informarles de cualquiera informacin nueva.

Nosotros esperamos un ao espectacular y positivo! Favor de contactarme si tengan cualquierapregunta o comentario.

Muchas gracias por su fe y apoyo,

Natalie Webb

Directora (917) 687-0052


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KIPP NYC College Preparatory High SchoolMission

KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) NYC College Preps mission is to teach our students to develop the

academic and character skills necessary to succeed in high school and college, to be self-sufficient,

successful, and happy in the competitive world, and to build a better tomorrow for themselves and us

all.

Our Name

Our name, KIPP NYC College Prep, signifies one of our primary objectives as a school to develop the

academic and character skills necessary to attain a college degree. Currently the majority of teenagers

from New York City never attend college, and many of the NYC students who do start college never

finish. By naming our school KIPP NYC College Prep, we refuse to accept that most New York City

students are not prepared to start and finish college. Our belief is that every KIPPster can earn a college

degree, which is the key to being self-sufficient, successful, and happy in our competitive world. Ourgoal is to have our students go and graduate from college.

Our Crest

The school crest will stand as the visual representation of our values and

philosophy. Our crest will be the first thing colleges see when they read our

recommendations and when visitors enter our school. The key elements of our

crest are the laurel wreath, an open book, our motto, and the date of our schools

founding. The laurel wreaths symbolize perseverance and victory. They will

become part of our commencement ceremony and stand as a reminder that one

can never rest on their past success or laurels, but that we all must keep moving forward. The open

book symbolizes the sharing of knowledge and the importance of curiosity. It is our strong belief that

we all learn from each other and that one day our students will become the teachers of the next

generation. Additionally, the quest for knowledge is as important as having knowledge. We plan to help

students become lifelong learners by fostering a sense of curiosity that extends beyond the school walls.

We will drive our students to question the world around them and find better answers to todays

problems.

Our MottoAncora Imparo

KIPP NYC College Preps motto translates to "I am still learning." Michelangelo, the great ItalianRenaissance artist that created such masterpieces as the painted ceiling of the Sistine Chapel and the

sculpture of David, spoke these words in his eighty-seventh year, at a time when he was considered a

master of his craft. Ancora Imparoexemplifies KIPP NYC College Preps lifelong learning philosophy, in

which our students and faculty constantly seek to learn new things, challenge their thinking, practice

their skills and develop themselves. Like Michelangelo, we are motivated to become better tomorrow

than we are today.


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KIPP: Credo

If there is a problem, we look for a solution.

If there is a better way, we try to find it.

If we need help, we ask.

If a teammate needs help, we give.

At KIPP, We Believe

We believe in the creation of inspired lives produced by desire, discipline, and dedication.

We are not frightened by the challenges of reality but believe that we can change our world

and our place within in it.

We work, plan, create, and dream.

Our talent, character, and integrity will be the tools we need to build a better tomorrow.

We believe that we can take this place, this time, and the people here and build a better place, a better

time, and a better people.

As a team and a family, we will either find a way or make one.

The Five Pillars of KIPP:

KIPP NYC College Prep is part of a national network of KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) schools,

which share a set of core operating principles known as the Five Pillars:

I High Expectations: KIPP NYC College Prep has clearly defined and measurable high expectations for

academic achievement and conduct that make no excuses based on students backgrounds. Students,

parents, teachers, and staff create and reinforce a culture of achievement and support through a range

of formal and informal rewards and consequences for academic performance and behavior.

II Choice & Commitment: Students, their parents, and the faculty choose to participate in the program.

No one is assigned or required to attend the school. Everyone must make and uphold a commitment to

the school and to each other and put in the time and effort required to achieve success.

III More Time: We know that there are no shortcuts when it comes to success in academics and life.

With an extended school day, week, and year, students have more time in the classroom both to acquire

the academic knowledge and skills that will prepare them for competitive colleges and to engage in

diverse extracurricular experiences.

IV Power to Lead: At KIPP NYC College Prep, we believe that great schools require great school leaders.

KIPP NYC principals have control over their schools budget and personnel, allowing them maximum

effectiveness in helping students learn.

V Focus on Results: KIPP has a relentless focus on high student performance on standardized tests and

other objective measures. Just as there are no shortcuts, there are no excuses. Students are expected

to achieve a level of academic performance that will enable them to succeed at the nation s best

colleges. KIPP NYC College Prep will administer New York State Regents tests in all major subject areas,

in addition to school-based assessments.


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KIPP NYC College Prep Re-Commitment to Excellence Form

Teachers Commitment:

We fully commit to the following:

We will always teach in the best way we know how and will do whatever it takes for our

students to learn.

We will arrive at work on time each day, work on appropriate Saturdays, and work during thesummer to ensure our students success.

We will work, think, and behave in the best way we know how, and we will do whatever it takesto help our students to go to and graduate from college. As a result we will always follow the

KIPP Credo:

If there is a problem, I will look for a solution.

If there is a better way, I will find it.

If I need help, I will ask for it IMMEDIATELY. If a teammate needs help, I will give it.

We will make ourselves available to students and families and address any concerns they might

have in a timely manner.

We will protect the safety, interests and rights of all individuals in the classroom.

We will ensure that our students enroll in challenging courses that will prepare them for college

entrance and that will fulfill KIPP NYC College Prep graduation requirements.

We will sponsor and chaperone KIPP NYC College Prep events on appropriate weekdays,evenings, and weekends.

We will support the schools policies, including discipline and dress code, as detailed in the KIPP

NYC College Prep student handbook.

We will actively communicate with students, parents, and fellow teachers regarding students

progress, difficulties, and successes.

We will contact students parents, advisors, and/or counselors if our students have problems

that may jeopardize their college preparation.

Failure to adhere to these commitments may cause us to lose privileges and may result in our removal

from KIPP NYC College Prep.

X Name:

Signature: On behalf of the entire KIPP NYC College Prep faculty


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Students Commitment:

I fully commit to the following:

I understand that I am responsible for my own character, academic growth, and success.

I will report to school each day on time and will come prepared and ready to learn. I will attend

school each day, complete my homework, and ask questions when I am confused.

I will work, think, and behave in the best way I know how and I will do whatever it takes for me

and my fellow teammates to go and graduate from college. As a result I will always follow the

KIPP Credo:



If I need help, I will ask for it IMMEDIATELY.

If a teammate needs help, I will give it.

I will maintain a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.00 (C and 75%) or higher in all of my classes.

Whenever possible, I will take the most challenging courses I can, including Advanced Placement

(AP) and Honors classes. If my GPA falls below 2.00, I will seek out additional help from

teachers, staff and teammates.

I will build relationships with teachers, mentors, advisors and friends who will help my

educational development and personal growth.

I will participate in at-least one extra-curricular activity and I will try to become outstanding in at

least one such activity.

I will participate in ten mandatory Saturday school sessions each year in 9th -12th grade and the

Summer Opportunities Program beginning the summer after my 9th grade year.

I will avoid people, places, and thingsboth inside and outside of schoolthat I know or should

know will not help me have a bright future.

I will follow the schools policies, including discipline and dress code, as detailed in the KIPP NYC

College Prep student handbook.

I will be honest with myself and others at all times by accepting responsibility for my actions,

and making choices that will lead me toward success in the future.

Failure to adhere to these commitments can lead to loss of privileges, suspension and/or expulsion from

KIPP NYC College Prep.

X Name:

Student Signature


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Parents / Guardians Commitment:

I fully commit to the following:

I will encourage my child to be successful, to achieve excellence and to do whatever it takes to

help him/her become the best possible person he/she can be.

I will make sure my child arrives at school every day by 7:55 a.m. and stays until the appropriate

dismissal time.

I will encourage my child to work, think, and behave in the best way that he/she knows how,

and I will do whatever it takes to support my child to go to and graduate from college. As a

result I will always follow the KIPP Credo:



If I need help, I will ask for it IMMEDIATELY.

If a teammate needs help, I will give it.

I will encourage my child to take classes that are challenging, including Advanced Placement

(AP) and Honors Classes.

I will allow my child to participate in activities offered during KIPP Block, as well as school-

related activities and field trips, which occur during non-school hours.

I will make myself available to teachers and staff at KIPP NYC College Prep and will address

questions or concerns in a timely manner.

I will allow my child to go on KIPP NYC College Prep field lessons, participate in internships andsummer programs, and visit colleges.

I will support the schools policies, including discipline and dress code, as detailed in the KIPP

NYC College Prep student handbook.

I will actively communicate with my child and his/her teachers regarding his or her progress,

difficulties, and successes.

I will contact my childs advisor or counselor if my child has a problem that may jeopardize

his/her college preparation.

Failure to adhere to these commitments can jeopardize my childs ability to achieve academic, personal

and social success and may result in the loss of privileges, suspension and/or expulsion from KIPP NYC

College Prep.

X Name:

Parent/Guardian Signature


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st Name First Name Title Phone Email Address

brams Taiesha Math Teacher 646.309.5936 [email protected]

ntao Adrian English Teacher (11) 908.720.6073 [email protected]

mbling Rebekah Social Studies Teacher (10) 814.242.8827 [email protected]

uman Jessica Speech and Language Pathologist 917.304.2002 [email protected]

cker Michael Logic and Reasoning/Chemistry (10) 646.639.4045 [email protected]

own Tamika Social Worker 917.263.1595 [email protected]

llner Anna Music Teacher 718.419.4552 [email protected]

pellan Carlos Dean Of Students (9) 347.880.3286 [email protected]

seres Gabriella Chemistry Teacher (10) 917.482.9868 [email protected]

thcart Nathalie Math Teacher/Math Dept. Head 917.209.9051 [email protected]

ait Daniel Physics Teacher (11) 404.454.3275 [email protected]

en Hugh Director of Academics and Counseling 917.658.9353 [email protected]

osby Karioki Visual Art Teacher 917.701.3094 [email protected]

e Pesa Barbara Assistant Principal of Teaching & Learning 917.279.3370 [email protected]

eFazio Michael Physical Education and Health Teacher 917.675.9432 [email protected]

eSario Liz Summer Opportunities and Career Counselor 516.658.4167 [email protected]

uffy Quinn School Operations Manager 617.671.9696 [email protected]

ler Rebecca Social Studies Teacher (11) 917.774.5581 [email protected]

ben Jason Social Studies and English Teacher (9) 917.309.0689 [email protected]

elds Tristan Speech and Composition Teacher 718.314.4158 [email protected]

nch Christopher Social Studies Teacher (11) 203.218.8390 [email protected]

vler Harley Music Teacher/Arts Dept. Head 718.764.7871 [email protected]

odwin Mary Spanish Teacher 917.653.5473 [email protected]

eendyke Carter Spanish Teacher/World Language Dept. Head 210.381.1974 [email protected]

utierrez Marisela School Operations Associate 773.414.4196 [email protected]

albreich David Physical Education Teacher/PE Dept. Head 917.553.5689 [email protected] Kent Logic and Reasoning/Math Teacher 917.804.4178 [email protected]

awkins Yael Special Education Teacher 917.332.9179 [email protected]

eatley Janelle English Teacher (9) 718.496.6840 [email protected]

ollinger Aaron Special Education Teacher 402.960.1852 [email protected]

wold Jeffrey Dean of Special Education 410.459.5588 [email protected]

vanni Caitlyn English Teacher (10) 917.263.1651 [email protected]

es Nabate Music Teacher 917.304.1541 [email protected]

vier Ramon Counselor 917.532.8603 [email protected]

nes Rebecca Spanish Teacher 360.461.6466 [email protected]

m Leslie Chemistry Teacher (10)/Science Dept. Head 917.263.1634 [email protected] Tessa Director of High School Operations 206.251.3778 [email protected]

fkowitz Amanda Biology Teacher (9) 917.482.9866 [email protected]

ingang Susan Special Education Teacher 917.804.8154 [email protected]

nchewski Isabelle Social Worker 516.455.8646 [email protected]

on Jason Counselor 718.415.2487 [email protected]

eyer Emily Math Teacher 646.707.4248 [email protected]

iller Terron Counselor 917.653.2748 [email protected]

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st Name First Name Title Phone Email Address

irchin Lindsay Spanish Teacher 917.243.2377 [email protected]

yers Jerome Advisor To Leaders 347.524.5312 [email protected]

yers Tammy Assistant Principal of Students 347.277.3395 [email protected]

elson Renee Math Teacher 917.939.0700 [email protected]

ewald Nicole Biology Teacher (9) 314.221.4922 [email protected]

Byrne Peter Math Teacher 914.582.7827 [email protected]

tiz Nicky Music Assistant 646.299.2043 [email protected]

sborne Joy English Teacher (10)/English Dept. Head 702.501.8840 [email protected]

ul Hillary Health/Science Electives Teacher 603.731.8838 [email protected]

ralta Johanna Social Worker 917.263.1658 [email protected]

ollock Alexandra Math Teacher 917.687.6806 [email protected]

owell Jesus Dean of Students (10) 917.653.6261 [email protected]

id Berta Spanish Teacher 917.263.1661 [email protected]

yes Melissa Director of College Counseling 917.428.7642 [email protected]

chardson Mimi English Teacher (9) 917.579.0479 [email protected]

odarte Laura Counselor 917.685.2938 [email protected]

osenstein Lauren Dance Teacher 917.805.6405 [email protected]

othwell Natasha Drama Teacher 646.280.5895 [email protected] Samuel Social Studies Teacher 203.962.7359 [email protected]

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autreaux Marsha Special Education Teacher 917.263.1666 [email protected]

elton Arri College Counselor 917.806.9669 [email protected]

malley Nathan Dean Of Teaching and Learning 917.263.1627 [email protected]

oner Heather Special Education Teacher 484.947.1905 [email protected]

ylor Elise Office Manager 917.686.1218 [email protected]

jwani Rohit Biology Teacher (9) 917.482.9837 [email protected]

au Jane Math Teacher 917.922.8739 [email protected]

ebb Natalie Principal 917.687.0052 [email protected]

oda Erica Athletic Director 508.954.0545 [email protected]

oods Anne Social Studies Teacher (9)/Social Studies Dept. Head 917.751.5161 [email protected]

mmerman Michael English Teacher (11) 609.458.2689 [email protected]
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ACADEMICS: Grading Policy and Graduation Requirements

Meeting NYC and NY State requirements for graduation does not necessarily mean that a student is

prepared for college, which is why KIPP NYC College Prep is setting standards above and beyond the city

and state requirements for graduation. Academic preparedness for college is essential for success in

completing college. Colleges and universities expect to see at least a C or 75 (2.0) average in both

course grades and NY State Regents exams, which is why KIPP NYC College Prep High School requires

students to earn at least a C or 75 in NY State Regents exams and maintain at least a C- or 70 average to

pass a course. If a student is not meeting these standards, academic support services will be provided to

every student in need (see Academics: Support and Probation).

Grading Policy

Letter Grade GPA Description

A (93-100) 4.0 Students receiving an A show deep mastery of the knowledge and skills that

A- (90-92) 3.7 have been taught; they demonstrate an ability to go beyond the basic

requirements of assignments to produce creative, thorough work.

B+ (87-89) 3.3 Although students receiving a B may still have some

B (83-86) 3.0 areas to work on, they demonstrate a solid mastery

B- (80-82) 2.7 of the knowledge and skills that have been taught.

C+ (77-79) 2.3 Students receiving a C are meeting minimum requirements, and may

C (73-76) 2.0 need to develop significant skills.

C- (70-72) 1.7

F (0-69) 0.0 Students receiving an F produced work of unacceptable quality. They have

major skill deficits that require additional instructional resources and studenteffort.

GPA (Grade Point Average)

Grades will be given on a letter scale, see chart above. Your GPA or grade point average is based on the

value of the letter grade where an A is 4.0, B 3.0, and C 2.0.

Assessments and Exams

At KIPP NYC College Prep, students will be assessed in their classes in various ways. Classroom teachers

will use class work, homework, participation, conduct, papers, projects, presentations, tests/quizzes,

and major exams at the end of each semester to determine each students grade. Unit assessments,

tests, quizzes and/or essays will count for at least 70% of a students grade.

As the vast majority of colleges use final exams, at the end of each semester KIPP NYC College Prep

students will have a mid-term and final exam or paper/project in all their core academic classes. If a

course includes a NY State Regents or Advanced Placement Exam, these tests may replace a final exam.


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Credit Requirements for Promotion and Graduation

Promotion Requirements:

Students earn 1 credit for passing a year-long class (1.0), and half a credit (0.5) for passing a semester-long

class.

To be promoted from 9th to 10th grade:

Students must have earned 4.0 credits.


Students must have earned a minimum of 10.0 credits.

Students must have at least 2.0 credits in Global History.

Students must have at least 2.0 credits in English.

o English credits are earned in the following courses: English, Speech and Composition, Journalism,Critical Reading, or other English elective courses.


Students must have earned a minimum of 16.0 credits.

Graduation Requirements:

KIPP NYC College Prep offers four different diplomas:

To receive a KIPP NYC College Prep Advanced Diploma students must earn at least 26 credits.

o Students must pass eight or nine NYS Regents exams (pending the NY State decision on availability

of foreign language exams) with a score of 75 or higher.

o Students can earn an Advanced Diploma with Honors by scoring an average of 90 or higher on all

Regents Exams.

To receive a KIPP NYC College Prep Diploma students must earn at least 26 credits.

o Students must have scores of 75 or higher on five NYS Regents exams: 1 Science, Global History,U.S. History, 1 Math, and Comprehensive English.

To receive a New York State Regents Diploma students must earn at least 22 credits.

o Students must have scores of 65 or higher on five NYS Regents exams listed above.

To receive a Local Diploma students must earn at least 22 credits.

o Students must have scores of 55 or higher on five NYS Regents exams listed above.

o Only selected students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)approved by KIPPs specialeducation department and the NYC Committee on Special Education are eligible for the Local

Diploma.

For further information regarding KIPP NYC College Prep standards for promotion and graduation,

including required classes for graduation, please refer to the Student Handbook which can be obtained at

school or found online atwww.kippnyc.org. Also feel free to reach out to your childs advisor or

counselor for more information.
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urse Courses and Credits

Required

Harvard NY State

Regents

Diploma

Exam

Scores

College

Prep

Regents

Diploma

Exam

Scores

College

Prep

Advanced

Regents

Diploma

Exam

Scores*

KIPP NYC College Prep Course Offerings

glish & Language Arts 4 Credits 4 Credits 65 or

higher

75 or higher 75 or

higher English I or Honors English IEnglish II or Honors English II

English III or Honors English III

English IV or AP English Literature

Poetry (0.5)

athematics 4 Credits (College Prep)

3 Credits (NY State)

4 Credits 65 or

higher on

one math

exam

75 or higher

on one

math exam

75 or

higher on

three math

exams

(Integrated

Algebra,

Geometry,

and Alg 2 /

Trig)

Algebra I or Honors Algebra I

Geometry or Honors Geometry

Algebra II/Trig or Honors Algebra II/Trig

Pre-Calculus

AP Statistics

AP Calculus AB

ience 4 Credits (College Prep)


plus

4 Credits 65 or

higher on

one

science

exam

75 or higher

on one

science

exam

75 or

higher on

two science

exams

(Living Env.

and one

other)

Earth Science (taken in 8th grade)

Living Environment or Honors Biology

1,200 Chemistry or Honors Chemistry

minutes of Physics or Honors Physics

lab work AP Physics C, AP Biology, AP Chemistry

Marine Biology (0.5), Engineering (0.5)

cial Studies 4 Credits 3 Credits 65 or

higher on

two social

studies

exams

75 or higher

on two

social

studies

exams

75 or

higher on

two social

studies

exams

Global History I

Global History and Geography 2 Years Global History II or AP World History

American History 1 Year US History and Government or AP US History

Economics 0.5 Year Economics (0.5)

Participation in Government 0.5 Year Participation in Gov't or AP US Gov't and Politics

nguage other than English 3 Credits (College Prep)

1 Credit (NY State)

4 Credits None None 75 or

higherSpanish I or Spanish I for Heritage/Native Speak

Spanish II

Spanish III

AP Spanish Language, AP Spanish Literature

ysical Education 2 Credits P.E. I, II, III, IV

ealth Education (w/parenting) 0.5 Credits Health (0.5)

sual Arts, Music, Dance, and/or

eatre

1 CreditMusic, Visual Arts, Drama, Dance (0.5)

reer and Tech Education 1 Credit* *Unit incorporated into math or science classes

offered as elective

llege Prep/Electives 3.5 Credits Speech and Composition (0.5)

Logic and Reasoning (0.5)

College and Career Readiness (1.0)

Senior Research Institute (0.5)

College Counseling (0.5)

Choice of Advanced Electives (1.0 or more)

tal 26 Credits (College Prep)


5 exams

22 credits

5 exams

26 credits

9 exams

26 credits

*90 average

earns with

Honors


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KIPP NYC College Prep Master Schedule

Period Start Time End Time

1 8:00 AM 8:50 AM

8:50 AM 8:53 AM

2 8:53 AM 9:43 AM

9:43 AM 9:46 AM

3 9:46 AM 10:36 AM

10:36 AM 10:39 AM

4 10:39 AM 11:29 AM

11:29 AM 11:32 AM

5 11:32 AM 12:22 PM

12:22 PM 12:25 PM

6 12:25 PM 1:15 PM

1:15 PM 1:18 PM

7 1:18 PM 2:08 PM

2:08 PM 2:11 PM

8 2:11 PM 3:01 PM

3:01 PM 3:15 PM

KIPPBlock 3:15 PM 4:30 PM

Timetable Key

0:50 Class

0:50 Lunch

1:15 KIPP Block

0:03 Passing Time

0:14 KIPP Block Passing Time

KIPP NYC College Prep Wednesdays

Period Start Time End Time

1 8:00 AM 8:45 AM

8:45 AM 8:48 AM

2 8:48 AM 9:33 AM

9:33 AM 9:36 AM

3 9:36 AM 10:21 AM

10:21 AM 10:24 AM

4 10:24 AM 11:09 AM

11:09 AM 11:12 AM

5 11:12 AM 11:57 PM

11:57 PM 12:00 PM

6 12:00 PM 12:45 PM

12:45 PM 12:48 PM

7 12:48 PM 1:33 PM

1:33 PM 1:36 PM

8 1:36 PM 2:21 PM

2:21 PM 2:24 PM

AdvisorySession 2:24 PM 3:01 PM

Timetable Key

0:45 Class

0:45 Lunch

0:37 Advisory

0:03 Passing Time

Notes: KIPP Block meets Monday, Tuesday and Thursday (certain activities may meet additional days or for longer periods

for additional practice, game play, competitions and performances). On Fridays, students are dismissed at 3:01 PM.


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Attendance Policy

School Hours

KIPP NYC College Prep believes students need to be at school daily to maximize their learning

opportunities. We strongly request that students and their parents make every effort possible to

minimize the number of days they miss school. The school will open for breakfast at 7:30 AM. Theschool day begins at 8:00 AM and ends at 4:30 PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays; at 3:40 PM on

Wednesdays and 3:01 PM on Fridays. Students must arrive to school by 7:50 AM to ensure that they will

be in their first period class by 8:00 AM. Additionally, students who participate on sports teams may

have longer practices and practice four to six days a week depending on their sport.

As a college preparatory high school, regular classroom attendance is an absolute necessity in order to

build the habits of accountability and responsibility needed in college and throughout life. Classroom

instructional time is invaluable to preparing for the demands of college and work. Making up missed

assignments, while required, cannot replace classroom time. Therefore, we strongly encourage that

students and their parents make every effort possible to minimize the number of absences.

Excused Absences

Daily attendance in school is required. The only absences that are considered excused are:

Personal illness

Death of a family member

Serious family emergencies (subject to principal approval)

Court summons

School approved activity

Religious holiday

Medical appointments (please note: if regular doctor, dentist, or other non-urgentappointments need to be made, the expectation is for every attempt to be made to schedule

appointments after school, or on early dismissal or school holiday dates)

For an excused absence, parents/guardians must notify KIPP NYC College Prep before 8:00am of each

day the student is absent. When the student returns to school, he/she must bring a note signed by a

parent/guardian to the main office. The note must be written clearly in ink and contain the following

information:

Full name of the student

Date(s) or time of absence

Specific reason for absence

Telephone numbers where parents/guardians may be reached (home and work)

Signature of parent/guardian

Any student who is absent with an illness for more than three days must bring an official note signed by

their doctor to the main office when they return to school. The note must include the name of the

student, dates of absence and reason for absence. The note must be written clearly in ink on a doctors

letterhead.


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Unexcused Absences

Colleges review absences in their evaluation of our students. Unexcused absences reflect poorly on

student conduct, so we strongly encourage students to minimize the number of unexcused absences

they incur.

If a student does not arrive to school or class and we have not received notification of the absence from

a parent/guardian, the parent/guardian will be immediately contacted. If students are absent

frequently (excused or unexcused), a letter of concern will be sent home and if the absences continue, a

parent conference will be called to discuss a solution to the problem.

The following are some examples of missed school days that will be considered as unexcused absences:

Family trips

Non-school related activities (e.g. sporting events, cultural activities, celebrations,

performances)

Truancy (non-attendance)

Any student who is absent from school without the permission of a parent or guardian and/or without

the knowledge and permission of KIPP NYC College Prep is consider TRUANT and may be subject to

disciplinary actions in school and/or by local authorities. Under New York State law, KIPP NYC College

Prep is required to report excessive truancy to the NYC Administration of Children Services (ACS).

Make-up Work

A student who is absent from school, whether it be excused or unexcused, is responsible for all of the

work they are to complete on the day(s) they missed. The student/parents can request work from their

teachers through email, telephone calls, and/or peers. They may also make arrangements with their

Grade Level Dean of Students to have their work collected in which case the student or parent mustreach out to Mr. Capellan (9th - 347.880.3286), Mr. Powell (10th - 917.653.6261), or Mr. Harris (11th -

646.667.4184). The students will be given a grace period equivalent to the amount of days absent to

complete missing work.

i.e. Two days absent equals two days to complete work.

Tardiness to School

Lateness to school and to class will not be tolerated. School begins each day at 8:00 AM, and students

must arrive in the building by 7:50 AM. A student will be considered late to school if he/she arrives to

1st period even one second after 8:00 AM, and will serve detention the same day for 45 minutes. If a

student is going to be tardy, he/she must notify the office manager Marisela Guttierez at

773.414.4196. Upon late arrival, the student must report to the office and sign in before going to class.

Five late arrivals to school will equal one unexcused absence. Parents will be notified of the update

made to the students record. Please keep in mind students are allowed up to ten (10) total absences or

five (5) unexcused absences during the year without a need for the promotion committee to evaluate

the students progress at the end of the year.


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Tardiness to Class

Additionally, lateness to class is unacceptable. Any student who arrives late to class without a pass will

be marked as tardy. Any student, who is late more than three times to one class, will receive a 45

minute detention. After seven times being late, a meeting with the Deans and parents will be scheduled

and further disciplinary action will be discussed. If a student is late to multiple classes in one day it will

also result in an after school detention of 45 minutes.

Signing Out Early

We strongly discourage parents or guardians from signing students out early for appointments or other

engagements which can be scheduled during school breaks, half days, or after school hours. Students

who must leave school early for unavoidable purposes must provide a written request with the reason

for leaving signed by a parent to the high school office. Family members must come to the Main Office

(Room 261) to sign students out if approved for early pick-up. Before students leave early, they are

responsible for collecting coursework/homework from every teacher. A Parent or Guardian must

authorize in writing on our Emergency Contact Form all additional family members who can sign their

child out of school. Students are responsible for any and all work missed when they are out of school. Itis not the teachers responsibility to track down students who have absence issues.

Promotion and Retention

Students are allowed up to ten (10) total absences or five (5) unexcused absences during the year

without a need for the promotion committee to evaluate the students progress at the end of the year.

Attendance will be taken on all days that school is in session during the traditional school year,

orientation and summer school, and on appropriate Saturdays. If a student has ten or more total

absences or five unexcused absences during the year, a promotion committee made up of advisors and

grade level chairs will determine if the student is prepared for success at the next grade level. The

promotion committee may decide that a student will be retained in the same grade for the following

year for missing too much instructional time.

If a student misses a specific class a total of ten (10) times for excused reasons or cuts class five (5)

times; the student may be Denied Credit due to Absence (DCA) and receive a failing grade in that class.

The student may be required to repeat the class the following year or take summer school. If a student

has multiple failures, the promotion committee may decide that a student will be retained in the same

grade for the following year. Additionally, students will not qualify for the end of the year trips and

other rewards and opportunities due to severe attendance issues.


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Illness or Injury during School Hours and Medication

Illness or Injury during School Hours

A students family will be contacted to pick their child up from school if a student becomes too ill to

remain at school. Family members must come to the Main Office (Room 261) to sign students out ifstudents are determined to be too ill to remain at school. A Parent or Guardian must authorize in

writing on our Emergency Contact Form all additional family members who can sign their child out of

school. In the case of severe illness or injury, emergency medical services will be called which may

include calling an ambulance and/or hospitalization.

Students are responsible for any and all work missed when they are out of school. Please refer to the

Make-up Work segment of the Student Handbook for further information.

Please note: we use the contact information provided on the Emergency Contact Form to notify a family

of their childs illness. A students emergency contact information should be kept current so we are able

to contact families regarding a students health in a timely manner. To make changes or update to a

students information you can contact the main office at 212-991-2626.

Medication

KIPP NYC College Prep will not administer over the counter medications. KIPP NYC College Prep can

administer appropriate prescription medications in their original packaging to students with the written

consent of a parent/guardian. Parents/Guardians of students with special medical needs have to meet

with Elise Taylor, Office Manager, to provide detailed information regarding their childs medical need

and a letter from the doctor explaining how the medication should be administered. Please contact

Elise Taylor at 917.686.1218 if you have any additional questions or concerns.


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Discipline and Detention Policy

KIPP NYC College Prep recognizes that each individual student may have unique challenges facing them

in and out of the classroom. We strive to find solutions for all of our students; therefore, a variety of

disciplinary and supportive programs may be put in place. These are not limited to, but may include:

Progress Report - A plan where students have a progress report targeting specific behaviors and/or

academic support that each teacher fills out and the parents sign.

Detention Policy KIPP NYC College Prep High School has implemented detention in the disciplinary

policy to develop and correct the behavior of students. Parents will be notified before a student is

required to serve detention. Detention may be required for students having attendance issues,

behavioral problems, and/or homework issues. Detentions may be held by individual teachers or by the

Deans. Staff at KIPP NYC College Prep uses the following methods of detention:

AM Detention: AM detention is when a student is required to arrive at school earlier than the

required time. During this time they will reflect on the behavior they displayed that needs to be

corrected. Morning detention will be administered from 7:10am until 7:55am.

Lunch Detention: During lunch time students will be isolated from the rest of the students and

not be allowed to participate in the lunch activities. They will eat their food separately. Lunch

detention will be for the duration of their entire lunch period.

PM Detention: PM Detention will be administered towards the end of the day. Students are

responsible for getting themselves to detention on time. Therefore they are responsible for

letting their KIPP Block teacher know that they cannot stay late, if the activity is running late. A

student who reports to detention late will not be allowed to complete their detention and will

be required to return the next day and serve double the time.

Saturday School Detention: Saturday school detention will be administered from 9am-12pm.

Saturday detention will be used as a more severe consequence. This may include community

service in the school building and/or self-reflection.

In School Detention: In school detention is when a student needs to be isolated from the rest of

the student population to serve a consequence for an action. Often time when students skip

regular detention they will be assigned ISD. However, in school detention does not affect the

students record in the way a suspension will.

In-School Suspension - For extreme disciplinary actions (i.e.; fighting, stealing, cursing, major disruptions

or violent temper tantrums) or repeated offenses, students may spend all or a portion of the day in a

quiet, supervised, in-school suspension room. Students will be given class work to complete but will

not be able to attend class until a parent conference is completed.

Short Term Suspension - In accordance with New York State Law, the Principal reserves the right to

suspend and/or expel a student. A student who has committed any of the actions listed below, or other

similar infractions, is subject to short term suspension (defined as a period of five days or less).

Attempt to assault any student or staff member or fighting with another student

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Endanger the physical safety of another by the use of force or threats of force that reasonably

places the victim in fear of imminent bodily injury

Engage in conduct which disrupts school or classroom activity or endangers or threatens to

endanger the health, safety, welfare, or morals of others

Engage in insubordination, which is directly and repeatedly violating school rules

Fail to complete assignments, carry out directions, or comply with disciplinary sanctions

Cheat on quizzes, exams, or commit plagiarism Used forged notes or excuses

Steal, attempt to steal, or possess property known by the student to be stolen

Commit extortion

Engage in gambling

Abuse school property or equipment

Use obscene or abusive language or gestures

Engage in acts of verbal or physical sexual harassment

Make a false bomb threat or pull a false emergency alarm

Possess, use, or attempt to use tobacco, alcohol, or illegal drugs Possess pagers, beepers, or portable/cellular telephones not being used for instructional

purposes

Wear inappropriate, insufficient, or disruptive clothing or attire, or violate the KIPP NYC College

Prep Dress Code

Commit any other act which school officials reasonably conclude disrupts the learning

environment of the school

Repeatedly commit minor behavioral infractions which, in aggregate, may be considered an

infraction subject to formal disciplinary action

Procedures and Due Process for Short Term Suspension - Before imposing a short term suspension, thePrincipal shall provide notice to inform the student of the charges against him or her, and if the student

denies the charges, an explanation of the evidence against the student. A chance to present the

students version of events shall also be provided. At this point, written notice shall be provided within

48 hours of the decision to impose suspension at the last known address of the parents or guardians.

Where possible, notification also shall be provided by telephone. The parents or guardian of the student

and the student shall have the opportunity to present the students version of the incident and to ask

questions of the complaining witnesses. Such notice and opportunity for an informal conference shall

take place prior to the suspension of the student unless the students presence in the school poses a

continuing danger to persons or property or an ongoing threat of disruption to the academic process, in

which case the notice and opportunity for an informal conference shall take place as soon as possible

after the suspension as is reasonably practicable. Parents may be required to attend a reinstatement

meeting before a student returns to their classes. Failure to attend this meeting may compromise the

agreed upon next steps put into place by the school, and may cause students to miss additional class

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Long Term Suspension - In accordance with New York State Law, the Principal reserves the right to

suspend and/or expel a student. A student who has committed any of the actions listed below is subject

to long term suspension (defined as a period of more than five days) or expulsion from school. In

addition, a student who commits any of the acts previously described as causes for short term-

suspension may, instead or in addition, be subject to a long-term suspension at the Principals discretion

only if the student has committed the act on multiple occasions.

Commit, or attempt to commit arson on school property

Possess, use, or attempt to use alcohol, tobacco, or illegal drugs on school property

Possess, use, attempt to use, or transfer of any firearm, knife, razor blade, explosive,

mace, tear gas, or other dangerous object of no reasonable use to the student in school

Assault any other student or staff member

Intentionally cause physical, mental, or emotional injury to another person, except when

students actions are reasonably necessary to protect him or herself from injury

Vandalize school property causing major damage

Commit any act which school officials reasonably conclude warrants a long-term suspension

Procedures and Due Process for Long Term Suspension - The Principal may impose a long-term

suspension. Such a suspension may be imposed only after the student has been found guilty at a formal

suspension hearing. In extreme circumstances, the Principal may expel the student from school. Upon

determining that a student's action warrants a possible long-term suspension, the head of school shall

verbally inform the student that he or she is being suspended and is being considered for a long-term

suspension (or expulsion) and state the reasons for such actions. The Principal also shall immediately

notify the student's parent(s) or guardian(s) in writing within 48 hours of suspension at the last known

address. Where possible, notification also shall be provided by telephone if the school has been

provided with a contact telephone number for the parent(s) or guardian(s). Such notice shall provide a

description of the incident or incidents which resulted in the suspension and shall indicate that a formal

hearing will be held on the matter which may result in a long-term suspension (or expulsion). The

notification provided shall be in the dominant language used by the parent(s) or guardian(s). At the

formal hearing, the student shall have the right to be represented by counsel, question witnesses, and

present evidence. Parents may be required to attend a reinstatement meeting before a student returns

to their classes. Failure to attend this meeting may compromise the agreed upon next steps put into

place by the school, and may cause students to miss additional class time.

Alternate Instruction - Students who are suspended will be provided with alternative instruction.

Arrangements will be made between the school and each individual for the delivery of services, pick-

up/delivery of work, and the make-up of any missed assignments and classroom instructional support.

All IDEA mandates will be followed for students with disabilities.


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Student Dress Code

At KIPP NYC College Prep, we aim to promote a safe and academically focused environment for our

students. Our dress code is designed to build a sense of pride within our school community and will

ensure that our students look professional, yet remain comfortable as they learn.

Students are responsible for attending school in accordance to KIPP NYC College Prep dress code.

Students that do not adhere to the dress code will be subject to disciplinary action and will not be

permitted to enter the school without proper attire. They may be required to borrow or purchase the

appropriate uniform or a family member may be asked to come to the school with proper dress code

attire for the student. Be advised that any borrowed items must be returned. If they are not returned

you may be charged for the item at the end of the school year.

KIPP NYC College Prep High school will adhere to the below dress code:

Daily Dress Code

Shirts:

KIPP NYC College Prep polo (long or short-sleeved) and

sweaters. Students may not wear sweatshirts, hoodies,

or cardigans over their polo shirts unless they are a

school approved item.

Pants:

Slacks, khakis, or corduroys (no jeans) in black, blue,

gray, brown, or tan. No bright colors, patterned,

camouflage, or pants made of jean material.

Belt:

Must be worn each day. Colors are okay large and

distracting details/buckles are not.

Shoes:

Sneakers, casual shoes or boots with 1 or lower heel (no

open toes or flip-flops)

Sweaters (optional):

KIPP NYC College Prep sweaters/pullovers, with a KIPP

polo required underneath the sweater. Non-KIPP

uniform sweaters are not permitted.

Skirts:

Female students are permitted to wear knee-length

skirts that match pants guidelines for color and material.

Shorts (May 1 - June 30, 10th

- 12th

Summers):

Shorts are permitted, but must be worn with a belt and

be a solid color. No bright colors, patterned, camouflage,

or shorts made of jean material. Shorts must be to the

knee or students will be asked to change.

Professional Dress

Shirts:

Button-down shirts and blouses

Pants:

Slacks in black, blue, gray, brown, or tan

Belt:

Solid black or brown

Shoes:

Dress shoes with 1 or lower heel (no

open toes)

Skirts / Dresses for Girls (optional):

KIPP NYC College Prep skirts or knee-

length professional skirts and dresses.

Female professional dress should not be

too tight or restricting. Dresses and

skirts must be worn with solid tights in

appropriate colors in the Fall and

Winter. Ladies should not have bare

legs.

Tie for Boys:

Students are required to wear a tie on

Professional Dress Day.

Jewelry:

On professional dress days, boys must

remove their earrings. Ladies should

wear earrings less than the size of a

quarter and a minimum amount of

make-up and other jewelry.

Dress Down

Shirts:

KIPP NYC College Pr

t-shirts or College

shirts

(long or short-

sleeved)

Pants:

Jeans in black or blu

or khakis or

corduroys in black,

blue, gray, brown, o

tan- no rips or holes

Belt:

Belt of your choice

(no large buckles)

Shoes:

Sneakers, casual

shoes or boots with

or lower heel (no

open toes or flip-

flops)

Sweaters (optional):

KIPP NYC College Pre

sweaters/pullovers

Non-KIPP uniform

sweaters are not

permitted.


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The following dress code policies must be adhered to by ALL students EVERY day. Ultimately, any

clothing or jewelry that is determined by any teacher or staff member to distract from the learning

process will not be permitted at KIPP NYC College Prep.

Clothing

Shirts must remain tucked into pants and skirts at all times. Pants and skirts must be worn at waist level, and may not ride or sag below the waist.

Pants may not be excessively baggy and may not cover the shoes.

Students may not wear inappropriately tight shirts, pants, or skirts. Girls must wear skirts or

shorts that are knee length.

Clothing may not be see-through, torn, cut, faded, patched, frayed, drawn on, or have logos,

writing or pictures other than KIPP NYC College Prep logos and name.

Clothing that carries a small logo may be worn if it can be covered by the students fist.

No underwear, undershirts, bras, or bra straps may be visible under any circumstance.

Jewelry and Makeup

Students are permitted to wear necklaces, rings, and bracelets.

Necklaces must be tucked into a shirt at all times and no beads, chains, or excessively long or

heavy necklaces are permitted.

Girls may wear earrings as long as they are not distracting.

Boys may wear stud earrings, but may not wear earrings on professional dress days.

Jewelry may not be distracting, make noise, or have inappropriate connotations.

If jewelry is inappropriate, students will be asked to remove it.

Sunglasses may not be worn over the eyes or as an accessory.

No visible body piercings are permitted, including tongue, nose, eyebrow, and lip rings.

No heavy makeup is permitted. Those wearing excessive makeup will be asked to remove it.

Makeup, perfume, lotion, or any other cosmetics are never to be applied anywhere but inbathrooms.

Head Coverings and Hair

Hats or other head coverings, including scarves, headbands, sweatbands, hoods, do-rags, hair

picks, and bandanas, may not be worn, except for religious reasons.

Boys must keep any facial hair clean, neatly trimmed, and professional looking.

Tattoos

Visible permanent or temporary tattoos are not permitted.

Violation of KIPP NYC College Preps dress code policy will result in a 45 minute Deans detention at the

end of the school day.

Loaner Uniforms

In the event that students may need a loaner uniform, they are to report to the Main Office. They will

need to leave a personal belonging of value in exchange for the loaner item, which they will get back

once they return the item(s). Examples include phones, wallets, watches, MP3 Players, and house keys.

Students will also be responsible for signing a log-out sheet with the date, item borrowed, item left

behind, and his/her signature. All items will be locked in a secure place until the loaner item is returned.

If a student is in need of borrowing a loaner more than twice throughout the school year, disciplinary

actions may be taken.


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KIPP NYC College Prep High School NormsEvery KIPP NYC College Prep student is expected to conduct themselves in a manner that is appropriate

for college and the professional world. In order to maintain an orderly learning environment, students

will be held to the following expectations every day at KIPP NYC College Prep:

Classroom Norms:

Arrive on time, prepared to begin before the bell rings.

Enter the room quietly, be seated, and begin the assigned task.

Be respectful of yourself, your classmates and your teacher.

Be engaged and on-task throughout the class period.

All assignments should be completed neatly and on time.

Exit the classroom quietly and calmly after you are dismissed by the teacher.

If you fail to abide by these norms, the teacher will take action to correct the issue as necessary.

Norms for Hallways and Stairwells:

Move calmly to and from each of your classes.

Quiet conversation is acceptable; loud, raucous conversation is not.

Discard trash in containers provided.

Be aware of traffic flow; do not stand in groups.

Follow the direction of all school staff members. Every adult should be respected and listened

to just as we will listen and respect our students.

Do not engage in inappropriate physical contact of any type in the halls, including both

altercations and public displays of affection (PDA).

Do not engage in horseplay or use obscene or vulgar language.

Bathroom Use Policy:

Bathroom use will be limited to after the first 10 minutes of class and before the last 10 minutes

of class.

After respectfully asking your teacher for permission to use the bathroom, you should sign out

in your teachers logbook and quietly leave the classroom with the Hall Pass.

One student at a time may leave class to use the bathroom so please be mindful of your time

using the bathroom as other classmates may be waiting patiently for your return.

Cafeteria Guidelines:

Breakfast and lunch are served only at designated times in the cafeteria. Students who use the cafeteriamust abide by the guidelines listed below:

Students must treat all food service staff, cafeteria supervisors, and fellow students with

courtesy and respect.

Students are to walk and never run to the cafeteria.

The line in the cafeteria must be quiet and orderly at all times and students must present their

student ID to be scanned before receiving their food.

Students will be allowed to purchase items from the vending machines when their section of the

cafeteria is called to do so and not prior to the announcement.


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Students are not permitted to order food from outside of the cafeteria unless under teacher

supervision.

Dining spaces must be clean and neat upon student exit.

No student may leave the cafeteria to use the restroom without a pass.

If teachers would like to tutor during lunch, they must go down to the cafeteria to get their

students and bring them to their classroom in a quiet and organized way.

Students must exit the cafeteria in a quiet and orderly manner.

Hallway Passes:

Three types of passes are used at KIPP New York City College Prep. Students traveling between

classrooms and other spaces at any time other than transition must carry a pass at all times.

The three passes are:

Class hallway pass- for bathroom use

Teacher pass- for reasons of student movement such as individual

student/teacher/counselor or small group meetings, or to go to the Main Office .

Office pass - any student arriving late to school will receive an office pass to enter their

class. If students have medical or other needs that require them to go to the office,

they will receive an office pass to return to class.

Violation of the KIPP NYC College Prep Behavioral Norms can vary from a 45 min detention at the end of

a day to a Saturday School Detention depending on the kinds of inappropriate behaviors exhibited by

the student.

Lockers/Personal Belongings

Every student is issued a locker in the beginning of the school year. Students are responsible forproviding a lock that they will use to secure their locker. The locker is to help students secure their

personal belongings and valuables. If a locker issued to a student is malfunctioning in any way, it is the

responsibility of the student to inform the Deans at KIPP NYC College Prep that it needs to be replaced

or repaired. Please ensure that the lock that is placed on the locker is one of descent quality so that the

lockers can be protected. Locks are also sold in the Main Office for $5. In the event that a locker is

broken into, the Deans will attempt to figure out who broke the lock/locker and attempt to retain the

belongings from the locker.

Personal Belonging and valuables are the responsibility of the student. They must monitor and care for

their own belongings. KIPP NYC College Prep is not responsible for lost belongings and valuables. Weask students to come to school with only what they need each day and to bring home any items that

they do not need at school.

Bullying

Bullying is a widespread and serious problem that can happen anywhere. It is not a phase children have

to go through, it is not "just messing around", and it is not something to grow out of. Bullying can cause

serious and lasting harm. Some instances have led to serious emotional damage and even death.

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Imbalance of Power: people who bully use their power to control or harm and the people being

bullied may have a hard time defending themselves

Intent to Cause Harm: actions done by accident are not bullying; the person bullying has a goal

to cause harm

Repetition: incidents of bullying happen to the same person over and over by the same person

or group of people.

Types of Bullying

Bullying can take many forms. Examples include:

Verbal: name-calling, teasing

Social:spreading rumors, leaving people out on purpose, breaking up friendships

Physical: hitting, punching, shoving

Cyberbullying: using the Internet, mobile phones or other digital technologies to harm others

Bullying is a very serious problem in our country and it will not be tolerated or taken lightly at KIPP NYC

College Prep. If a student is caught bullying another student, they are putting themselves in a position to

potentially get suspended or expelled. If a student is being bullied it is vital that they seek out the help

of a Dean or a Counselor to make sure that the issue is being taken care of accordingly. The emotional

safety of our students is very important and we plan to keep our students in a safe environment.

Gangs/Drugs

One of the realties that our students deal with is that there are gangs with bad intentions and drugs in

the neighborhoods that we work in. Many of our students travel day in and out dealing with this reality.

We suggest that you have serious conversations with your children about gangs and drugs and the

consequences that could possibly come from involving themselves with these factors and also how to

protect themselves from an external factor.

In the event that a student is found to be involved with either gangs or drugs, the student will be

required to meet with a counselor to discuss next steps. The meeting will assist them with trying to

manage this problem so that it does not have an impact on their schooling. It is likely that the student

will be required to attend outside counseling as well. If a student participates in activities, involving

either drugs or gangs, during school hours they are putting themselves in a position where they could

face consequences such as being suspended or even expelled. KIPP NYC College Prep is an institution of

higher learning and we expect that these kinds of factors will be kept away from our community.
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KIPP NYC College Prep Technology and Internet Use Policy

Cell Phone/ Electronics Policies

Cell phones (as well as earpieces) and other electronic devices have become a major distraction in

schools. Unwanted picture taking, distractions, and disruptions during class time, cheating, cyber

bullying, and theft are among the reasons for them being banned. KIPP NYC College Prep High School

seeks to minimize these and other disruptions to the learning process through the following practice.

Students are encouraged NOT to bring cell phones or electronic devices to school. If students are seen

with these items within the school building or during a school sponsored event prior to regular school

dismissal time (excluding school events outside of the regular school time), they are to be confiscated

immediately. Upon confiscation, the device will be sent to the Deans office. Failure to give the cell

phone/device to any staff upon request will be considered insubordination resulting in further

disciplinary action. In the event that a cellular phone or electronic device is confiscated, students will be

eligible to pick up their cell phone at the end of that school day. In addition to needing to pick up their

phone the student will serve a 45-minute detention prior to receiving it.

We understand many of you have purchased cell phones for your children to be used in case of

emergencies, or just simply as a means to communicate with your child after school. However, it is not

permitted for cell phones to be used during school hours. Cell phones must be turned off before

students enter the school and phones must remain off if they are being brought into the building. If you

need to reach your child during the day, please call the main office at 212.991.2626.

It is highly recommended that students keep their phones in their bags or in their lockers. KIPP NYC

College Prep is NOT RESPONSIBLE for lost or damaged cellular phones and other electronic devices. If

you need a message relayed to your child please call the school directly or a KIPP NYC College Prep staff

member, not your childs cell phone.

Students are allowed to have cell phones with them for emergency use only during their

commute to and from school.

Phones should not be visible and/or heard in hallway transitions or any classes.

If a student needs to make a phone call home they are to use the office phone after receiving

permission from a staff member.

If a student is seen with a cell phone it will be confiscated by any staff member. If your childs

phone is confiscated on more than one occasion, the school reserves the right to not allow your

child to bring a cell phone to school at all.

o The first time the phone will be confiscated until the end of the day. Student will beresponsible for serving same day detention.

o The second time it will be confiscated and the students parent/guardian will need to

pick up the phone. Student will be responsible for serving same day detention.

o The third time the phone will be confiscated and the students parent/guardian will

need to pick up the phone. Student will be responsible for serving Saturday detention.


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IPODS/ MP3 Player Policies

If students choose to bring iPods and MP3 Players to school, they must turn them off and put

them away before entering school each day.

Exceptions will be made for iPods and MP3 players to be used during study hall hours as long as

the privilege is not abused.

Computer / Internet Use

Computers are used to support learning and enhance instruction. Students will use computers

frequently in their regular classrooms. However, all computer privileges depend on every student using

the technology in a responsible, efficient, ethical, and legal manner. A student may not:

Use the Internet for any illegal purpose

Use profane, obscene, impolite or abusive language

Violate someone elses privacy

Share his/her password with anyone except adults at the school

Print excessively large documents without teacher permission

Use computers without staff supervision or permission

Download software, plug-ins, games or other programs without permission

Use chat rooms, Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, or other personal social networking websites

Change Windows desktop, taskbar, screensaver, or any other computer settings

Access or change anyone else's data folders, files or documents

Send email or IM unless specified by a staff member

Eat or drink near a computer

Leave a laptop anywhere else but in mobile lab when done with it

Play non-education games on a KIPP computer

Students in violation of any of the above may be subject to disciplinary action including suspensionand/or expulsion.

Social Networking

KIPP NYC College Prep encourages the use of technology for instruction and learning. Make sure to

monitor your childs activity online at home. An increasing number of students are engaging in social

networking on websites such as Facebook, AIM, MySpace, Twitter, HiFive, Bebo, Formspring, etc. Social

Networks are public and lack privacy, contrary to the belief of many students. In the Commitment to

Excellence form, students are made aware of the following point:

I will avoid people, places, and thingsboth inside and outside of schoolthat I know or should

know will not help me have a bright future.

Posting inappropriate information (text, images, videos) on social networks would represent one of the

things outside of school. Here are some reasons a student may be addressed, after posting

inappropriate information on line.

If information posted on a social network is causing others on school grounds to feel

emotionally unsafe.

o Threats

o Cyber Bullying


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If a student has the school name tagged to their profile and has posted information that places

the schools integrity in jeopardy.

o Information that is of a provocative nature.

o Information that hints towards the illegal usage of drugs, or alcohol.

o Information that hints towards participation in any illegal activity.

o Information that hints towards student involvement in gang activity.

o Information that in any way harms the reputation of the student, family, or school

community.

It is important to note that any negative interactions by or between KIPP students on these social

networking sites will result in in-school consequences. The use of social networks in an inappropriate

fashion can be addressed in two different forms.

A) A student posting information that is not appropriate may prompt a Counseling Session with one of

the school counselors, where a student may be asked to remove information off of their profiles.

Although the information is not gone it will be masked and not seen unless researched. A counselor

meeting with a student in reference to information about social networks is to help a student make

better decisions about how they present themselves inside of a public forum but also to develop

some social intelligence.

B) A student posting information that is not appropriate may prompt a meeting with the Deans that

will result in consequences. In most of these cases, these steps are taken when others in the KIPP

Community are made to feel emotionally or physically unsafe because of the material posted on the

social network. Also when, as mentioned above, the integrity of the school is put to jeopardy a

student may also be approached by a Dean.

Protecting Your Privacy

We at KIPP want to stress the importance of protecting your privacy. As mentioned before, any

information posted on any social network is made public. Once the information is public anyone on the

social network has access to that information, whether they are your next door neighbor or they live in

China. It is important that all students are careful about the information you post because it can lead to

possible identity theft. Please avoid posting cell phone numbers, birthdates, social security numbers and

other information that may be private this is for your own protection and safety.

Ways to use Social Networks Correctly

Social Networks can be quite a powerful tool if used correctly. There are a couple ways one can use a

Social Network to benefit them. Here is how:

Connecting with peers to obtain needed information such as homework, dress code

information, or school events.

Socialize in ways that are of a positive fashion.

Presenting ones self in a positive light to potential colleges and potential employers.

Be wise about how you use the internet and also how you use social networks. It can be a tool to use to

your benefit or a hurdle that gets in your way.


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ACADEMICS: Honor Code and Academic Dishonesty

Honor Code

A KIPP NYC College Prep student will adhere to the highest standards of academic integrity. Every

student will produce their own academic work and will neither receive nor give assistance without prior

permission from the teacher. Every student will write the KIPP NYC College Prep Honor Code at thebottom of every major test, paper, or project:

On my honor, I pledge that this test/paper/project is my own, original work.

Academic Dishonesty- Cheating and Plagiarism

To be prepared academically for college one must be able to perform without cheating, plagiarizing, or

copying another persons work. When using sources for papers and projects, students should properly

use citations giving credit to the appropriate origin of information. Also, a student may not improperly

assist another student on an assignment/test or allow another student to copy your work. Theconsequences for academic dishonesty may include the following:

1st Offense

No credit or a zero will be given on the test, paper, or project.

The student will be required to complete the assignment or re-take the test.

Additional work may be assigned by the teacher.

Detention will be assigned after school.

Parent/Guardian notified about academic dishonesty.

2nd Offense

No credit or a zero will be given on the test, paper, or project. The student will be required to complete the assignment or re-take the test.

Additional work may be assigned by the teacher.

In-school suspension will be assigned or extended detention on a Friday or Saturday.

Parent/Guardian meeting will be scheduled with the Director of Academics

Possible removal from KIPP Block activity or sports team for a period of time.

3rd Offense

In-school or out of school suspension will be assigned.

Removal from KIPP Block activity or sports team for the remainder of the season.

Parent/Guardian meeting will be scheduled with the Principal.

Offense will be noted on students permanent record and colleges will be notified.

4th Offense

Superintendent hearing regarding possible expulsion from KIPP NYC College Prep.


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ACADEMICS: Support, Probation, and Summer School

Academic Support Program

KIPP NYC College Prep is committed to providing every opportunity for students to succeed academically

and to develop the skills necessary for higher education. In addition to informal teacher availability,

additional academic resources including tutors will be available to all students through the Academic

Support Program. Students may receive 1:1 teacher or peer tutoring as well as studying in small groups

in all curriculum areas. Access to textbooks, laptop computers, printers, and the internet for academic

research purposes only will be available before school, during lunch, and after school. Please contact

the Director of Academics and Counseling for more information on academic support services.

Academic Probation

A student is placed on Academic Probation if their grade point average (GPA) falls below a C (75 or 2.0,

see grading policy) for all the core academic courses which include English, History, Math, Science,

Spanish, and College Prep courses OR when a student is failing 2 or more courses. When a student is

placed on Academic Probation, a parent meeting will be set up with the students advisor, counselor, or

a school administrator. An academic support plan will be developed which may include some or all of

the following:

Daily homework checks by parents and teachers.

Mandatory tutorials or study hall during KIPP Block times on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.

Weekly or daily progress reports.

Teacher check-ins in a particular subject area.

Removal from KIPP Block which includes the loss of participation in sports teams, visual or

performing arts, clubs, field trips, and/or other enrichment activities.

While on Academic Probation, students should focus their time on making sure they are earning at least

a C average and passing all of their classes. Students should take advantage of the extra help available

through working directly with their teachers.

If, according to the next progress report or report card, the student is meeting academic standards of a

C (2.0 or above) average and passing all of his or her classes, then that student will be released from

Academic Probation and allowed to participate in all extracurricular, sports, and enrichment activities.

Intense Academic Probation (IAP)If a student on Academic Probation continues to struggle academically for one full quarter (two marking

periods), then he or she will be placed on Intense Academic Probation. This action serves as a strong

warning that a students work is unsatisfactory, and further measure

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