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Lake Park High School Academic Planning Guide/ Student Handbook 2014 - 2016 Superintendent’s Message Table of Contents Dear Students and Parents, General Information........................................................7 Welcome to Lake Park High School! The Academic Planning Guide/Student Handbook offers Academic Planning........................................................13 you valuable information to explore as you begin your high Five-Year Planning Sheet..............................................14 school experience. It is the mission of Lake Park High School District 108 to inspire in students Options After High School.............................................20 a sense of personal responsibility for their education and a passion Admission Competition Categories...............................22 for learning that will last a lifetime. Lynne Panega, Ed. D. The district’s mission is also to Superintendent challenge every student to reach Pupil Personnel Services...............................................24 his or her full potential. As you will see on page 15, a minimum of 22.0 credits Art................................................................................27 is required to graduate, including a core curriculum of four years of English and three years each of math, science, and social studies. You can use the “Five-Year Business Education......................................................29 Educational Plan” on page 14 as you select your classes throughout your career at Lake Park High School. Cooperative Education.................................................32 Lake Park High School offers a broad and deep range of approximately 245 course offerings in twelve different English..........................................................................33 academic areas and at several ability levels. We offer 24 Advanced Placement courses in which college-level material is studied. Students have the opportunity to earn Family & Consumer Sciences.......................................37 college credit by scoring sufficiently high on AP exams which are administered each May. Each university and college determines the courses and scores that are Mathematics.................................................................40 needed to grant credit from their institution. Music-Instrumental.......................................................43 Students may also choose from a variety of meaningful electives that promote career exploration and post- secondary planning. Our Career and Technology Music-Vocal..................................................................45 Education Department includes classes in business education, cooperative education, family and consumer sciences, and technology and engineering. The Fine Physical Education, Health & Driver Ed........................47 Arts Department includes art and music. Starting in 2014-15, we will begin implementation of a Science.........................................................................50 nationally-recognized curriculum called Project Lead the Way (PLTW) which will incorporate an interdisciplinary Social Studies..............................................................53 approach utilizing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. The hands-on, project-based engineering courses can provide you with a foundation and proven Special Education.........................................................57 path to college and career success. These PLTW classes can be found in the Technology and Engineering section beginning on page 58. Technology & Engineering............................................58 The Academic Planning Guide/Student Handbook is one Technology Center of DuPage......................................61 tool to help you realize your full potential. Please keep this guide as a reference throughout your four years at Lake Park High School. In addition to academics, I encourage World Languages..........................................................62 you to participate in our award-winning extracurricular activities and athletic programs. There are many ways to get involved and make your high school years memorable. Activities/Athletics.........................................................66 IHSA Eligibility ..............................................................68 Lynne Panega, Ed. D. Rules and Regulations..................................................70 Superintendent * Information in this publication is current as of October 2013. 1 Strategic Plan 2014-2016 Mission The Lake Park High School community will inspire in students a sense of personal responsibility and a passion for learning while challenging them to reach their full potential. Vision We will know we are accomplishing our mission when each of our students becomes: A Complex Thinker An Effective Communicator A Responsible Citizen An Ethical Person A Self-Directed Individual A Quality Worker Priorities We will STRIVE FOR EXCELLENCE in all of our programs and practices. We will CONNECT WITH THE COMMUNITY to maximize family and community envolvement. We will MAXIMIZE THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY to improve instruction, administration and communication. We will SERVE AND SUPPORT STUDENTS to help them be successful. We will ensure that each student has access to a CHALLENGING CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION in an active learning environment. Commitments As a learning community that cares about young adults: We will exhibit the values that we expect our students to achieve, such as those of the Ideal Lake Park Graduate. We will encourage creativity, flexibility and risk-taking in our operations and programs for students. We will maintain public trust, fiscal responsibility and accountability at all times. We are all teachers, learners and leaders who model professionalism in all of our interactions. We will foster a safe environment with respect for all individuals. We will foster a safe environment with respect for all individuals. 2 CHARACTERISTICS OF THE IDEAL GRADUATE As a result of learning experiences at Lake Park High School, a student will acquire the knowledge and skills to become A Complex Thinker Who: analyzes, evaluates, and synthesizes information and ideas from multiple resources to make responsible, informed decisions. applies flexible and creative ideas, strategies, and technologies to identify and solve problems. solves problems by generating possible solutions, anticipating possible consequences, and evaluating results. An Effective Communicator Who: gives and follows instructions accurately. understands, organizes, and expresses ideas in standard written and spoken English. understands, organizes, and expresses ideas in appropriate languages, including those of the arts, mathematics, and other sciences. A Responsible Citizen Who: promotes and supports attitudes, practices, and policies that enhance and perpetuate our democracy and enhance the quality of life in our multicultural, interdependent world. participates as an integral part of a team to achieve goals. works with others for the purpose of resolving conflicts peacefully and in reaching decisions. demonstrates, supports, and challenges leadership when appropriate to the situation. An Ethical Person Who: develops and demonstrates a strong sense of personal identity and values. makes responsible decisions that balance self-interest with the interests of others. displays the qualities of caring, respect for others, honesty, integrity, fairness, and community. A Self-Directed Individual Who: takes responsibility for self-improvement and on-going learning. evaluates, adapts, and plans using the lessons of the past and forecasts of the future. identifies, understands, and develops healthy mental and physical behaviors. A Quality Worker Who: creates high quality products, services, and performances through independent actions and teamwork. identifies, organizes, plans, and allocates resources efficiently. 3 LAKE PARK HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 108 BOARD OF EDUCATION BOARD OF EDUCATION The Board of Education sets general school policy, and within the framework of the Illinois Board of Education regulations, establishes guidelines that will ensure the proper administration of the District. Written policies of the Board are available for inspection at each school and in the District office. The seven member Board of Education members are elected to four-year staggered terms. Board members do not receive a salary for their commitments. Board of Education meetings are typically held at 7 p.m. on the fourth Monday of the month, unless otherwise notified. The regular meeting place for the Board of Education is the Community Room at the East Campus, 600 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, unless notified otherwise. Agendas and minutes of each meeting are available on the LPHS webpage (www.lphs.org). Board Of Education: Board of Education members are: President Robert Marino, Vice President Barbara Layer, Secretary Claire Adachi, and Members At Large Judith Briggs, Doug Denson, Keri DeWaele, and P.J. Olzen. Administration: Lynne Panega, Superintendent, is supported by a leadership team composed of two assistant superintendents, the principals and assistant principals of each campus, and several District directors. Please see page 5 of this handbook for a complete list of administrators and their contact information. LAKE PARK HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION The Lake Park High School Educational Foundation was formed in 1989 to promote student development, encourage