Carver Military Academy Handbook

MAJ Steven Rouse Principal

Vickie S. Durrah Assistant Principal

CPT Michael Rover Commandant

MSG Derovic Coleman Senior Military Instructor

Carver Military Academy Phone: (773) 535-5250 13100 S. Doty Road FAX: (773) 535-5037 Chicago, IL 60827 Website: carvermilitary.org

MAJ Steven E. Rouse, Principal Vickie S. Durrah, Assistant Principal CPT Michael Rover, Commandant ______

Dear Carver Parent or Guardian:

On behalf of my staff, I would like to welcome you and your child to school year 2018-2019. We look forward to serving you and your child this upcoming year to provide multiple opportunities to be successful in school and in life. Our messages to our cadets are simple, but essential to our ability to reach them and teach them.

1) The work you are doing is important! 2) You can do it! 3) I won’t give up on you, even if you give up on yourself!

All we do and all we are able to do is largely because of your support. Our ability to work as a team will further demonstrate our three simple, but essential messages to our cadets. To maximize our ability to enhance the quality of life for every cadet in high school and beyond we must work as an informed team. We understand that there will be some issues that we may not agree on, but every decision will be based on what is best for our cadets to succeed. There are many tools and opportunities for us to work together for all to succeed during this upcoming school year; I have listed a few below.

1) Monitor your cadet’s academic performance by obtaining Gradebook/Parent Portal access and a password. Gradebook has many features that include trigger messages on both grades and attendance. 2) Attend Open House, Family Night and other school-hosted events. 3) Join or attend meetings of the Board of Governors (BOG), Parent Advisory Council (PAC), and Parent-Teacher- Student Association (PTSA). 4) Attend field trips with your cadet. 5) Communicate regularly with your cadet’s teachers by email, phone, and/or in person. 6) Familiarize yourself with the cellular phone, uniform and conduct policies of the school. 7) Support extracurricular activities (Poetry Club, Raiders, Drill Team, Military Ball, athletic teams, etc).

As your child’s principal, I can assure you that your cadet’s safety and education will be at the forefront of what we do. My staff has been informed to notify you of your cadet’s successes and challenges. Additionally, I have asked them to consistently grade student work and provide feedback promptly.

Please do not hesitate to call me if you have any issues regarding your cadet’s education. Additionally, please email Ms. Houser at [email protected] if you are interested in joining the BOG, PAC, or PTSA, or if you have any questions regarding your child’s education. She can be contacted by phone at (773) 535-5250 ext. 5620. Thank you in advance for ​ ​ your support and understanding. ​

Sincerely,

Steven E. Rouse Carver Military Academy Principal

1 TABLE OF CONTENTS

VISION STATEMENT 4

MISSION STATEMENT 4

MILITARY MODEL 4

SCHOOL COLORS 4

SCHOOL EMBLEM 4

SCHOOL SONG 4

CADET CODE OF HONOR 4

CADET CREED 5

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY 5

HISTORY OF GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER 5

THE HISTORY OF CARVER MILITARY ACADEMY 6

CADET RIGHTS 6

CADET RESPONSIBILITIES 6

CADET PRIVILEGES 6

MEDICAL AND DENTAL REQUIREMENT 7

LOCKERS 7

IDENTIFICATION CARDS (I.D.s) 7

MANDATORY FEE SCHEDULES 7 FRESHMAN FEES 8 Freshman School Supply List 8 SOPHOMORE FEES 8 Sophomore School Supply List 8 JUNIOR FEES 9 Junior School Supply List 9 SENIOR FEES 9 Senior School Supply List 9

CADET DRESS CODE 10 WEEKLY DRESS CHART 10 UNIFORMS 10 Freshman Cadets 10 Sophomore, Junior, Senior Cadets 11 Morning Formation Uniform Inspections 11 Uniform Turn-In and Replacement/Exchanges 11

2 VENDING MACHINES 11

FUNDRAISING 11

ELECTRONICS & SAFE INTERNET USAGE PROTOCOL 11 CHROMEBOOKS 11 CELL PHONES 12

CAFETERIA DECORUM 14

FOOD AND BEVERAGE POLICY 14

CLASSROOM REGULATIONS 14

DAMAGE TO SCHOOL PROPERTY 15

COMMUNICATION WITH CADETS 15

MERIT AND DEMERIT POLICY 15 MERITS 15 DEMERITS 15 Working Off Demerits 15 Demerit Grading Scale 15

ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTORY 27

3 VISION STATEMENT Carver Military Academy strives to be the top-rated military academy in the city by promoting leadership and character development through academic excellence that ensures post-secondary success. MISSION STATEMENT Carver Military Academy will provide a college and career preparatory curriculum in a safe environment that will enable our cadets to fulfill their learning potential and personal goals. We will provide cadets with leadership opportunities in an environment of excellence that will lead to all graduates being prepared for success in college, career and community.

MILITARY MODEL The Military Model is the essence of how teaching and learning is conducted, which creates a positive culture that is cohesive and challenging. In our structured and safe environment, self-respect, leadership and partnership are promoted. This model is the uniform standard of conduct, discipline and academics with which all stakeholders are expected to comply.

It is mandatory that each student who attends Carver Military Academy be an Army JROTC cadet. As part of the core subject menu, each cadet must be enrolled in and complete JROTC Leadership Education & Training (LET) classes freshman through senior years. All JROTC cadets must pass four years of JROTC to meet the graduation requirements for a military academy.

SCHOOL COLORS Our school colors are Green Bay Gold and Kelly Green.

SCHOOL EMBLEM The school emblem is the Challenger. (See cover page)

SCHOOL SONG Oh’ we are loyal to you Carver High And we will keep your banner flying high We will fight for you oh’ Carver High. And we will think of you as noble, strong and true We are proud of Carver High and We will keep your standards way up high, So raise your voice and try to reach the sky, reach the sky Carver High.

CADET CODE OF HONOR A cadet will not lie, cheat or steal, or tolerate those who do.

4 CADET CREED I AM AN ARMY JUNIOR ROTC CADET. I WILL ALWAYS CONDUCT MYSELF TO BRING CREDIT TO MY FAMILY, COUNTRY, SCHOOL, AND THE CORPS OF CADETS. I AM LOYAL AND PATRIOTIC. I AM THE FUTURE OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. I DO NOT LIE, CHEAT, OR STEAL AND WILL ALWAYS BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR MY ACTIONS AND DEEDS. I WILL ALWAYS PRACTICE GOOD CITIZENSHIP AND PATRIOTISM. I WILL WORK HARD TO IMPROVE MY MIND AND STRENGTHEN MY BODY. I WILL SEEK THE MANTLE OF LEADERSHIP AND STAND PREPARED TO UPHOLD THE CONSTITUTION AND THE AMERICAN WAY OF LIFE. MAY GOD GRANT ME THE STRENGTH TO ALWAYS LIVE BY THIS CREED.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY http://policy.cps.k12.il.us/documents/102.8.pdf

Carver Military Academy adheres to the Chicago Public Schools Board of Education policy 102.8:

“It is the policy of the board of education of the City of Chicago not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion or disability in its educational program or employment policies or practices.”

HISTORY OF GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER George Washington Carver January 1, 1860 – January 5, 1943 Inducted in the National Inventors Hall of Fame – 1990

An agricultural chemist, George Washington Carver developed crop rotation methods for conserving nutrients in soil and discovered hundreds of new uses for crops such as the peanut, which created new markets for farmers, especially in the South.

At Tuskegee University, Carver developed his crop rotation method, which alternated nitrate producing legumes-such as peanuts and peas-with cotton, which depletes soil of its nutrients. Following Carver’s lead, southern farmers soon began planting peanuts one year and cotton the next. While many of the peanuts were used to feed livestock, large surpluses quickly developed. Carver then developed 325 different uses for the extra peanuts-from cooking oil to printer’s ink. When he discovered that the sweet potato and the pecan also enriched depleted soils, Carver found almost 20 uses for these crops, including synthetic rubber and material for paving highways.

5 THE HISTORY OF CARVER MILITARY ACADEMY In August of 2000, Carver Area High School underwent a massive change when it became the first existing public high school in the nation to convert to a public military academy. The newly designated Carver Military Academy (CMA) welcomed about 250 freshman cadets in September of 2000 and almost 300 in September of 2001. When the freshmen entered in 2003, the conversion was completed, and all CMA students were JROTC cadets. For the first time in two decades, the enrollment is on a rise, the scores are improving, and the future of Carver is exciting.

In June of 2004, Carver Military Academy graduated its first class of cadets. Approximately 80% of the enrolled cadets successfully completed the four-year integrated academic and JROTC curriculum. In addition, in May of 2006, Carver Military Academy earned its first “Honor Unit of Distinction” recognition and has maintained the “Gold Star” for six years. In September of 2017, Carver Military Academy became and currently remains a Level 1+ school.

CADET RIGHTS In addition to the cadet rights listed in the Chicago Public Schools “Student Code of Conduct” and the Carver ​ ​ Military Academy Standard Operating Procedures, every cadet has a right to the following: ● To attend school daily in a clean, safe, and productive environment ● To obtain an education that leads to the achievement of maximum potential ● To be heard and to participate in decisions affecting school policies, rules, regulations, curriculum, and activities Issues regarding these rights are addressed through the Cadet Council; if left unresolved, cadets are encouraged to use the Cadet Right/Issue Chain of Command.

CADET RESPONSIBILITIES Every cadet has the responsibility for the following: ● Read, understand and adhere to the Chicago Public Schools “Student Code of Conduct.” ​ ​ ● Read, understand and adhere to the Carver Military Academy Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). ● Attend school regularly and on time. ● Be prepared to work. ● Behave in an orderly manner. ● Achieve the best grades possible in all classes. ● Help promote a clean, attractive and orderly environment for all.

CADET PRIVILEGES Participation in any of the following activities is considered a privilege and is subject to guidelines established by the school’s administration: ● Extra-curricular activities such as athletic teams and school clubs ● Intramural activities ● Interscholastic competition such as district-wide contests and tournaments ● Field trips ● College Visits

6 MEDICAL AND DENTAL REQUIREMENT Each cadet must submit a completed medical and dental form prior to registration and programming. The official form must be filed in the nurse and counselor’s office.

LOCKERS Cadets receive locker assignments from JROTC Instructors. A locker offers reasonable protection for necessary clothing, books, and other school items. ● Cadets are required to purchase locks from the school at the cost of $5.00. No other locks are authorized. Any unauthorized lock will be removed, and access to the locker will be denied. Lost locks must be replaced by purchase of a new lock from security. ● Sharing of lockers is not permissible. Cadets who violate the locker-sharing policy are at risk of losing locker privileges. ● Cadets SHALL NOT use unassigned lockers. Unassigned lockers that have locks attached will be opened by Administration and the contents removed. ● CMA is not responsible for items in lockers. Cadet locks and lockers should be secured at all times. ● An unsecured locker (without a lock or with open lock) will result in removal of contents, and the owner will be subject to disciplinary actions. ● Due to legal statutes (probable cause), lockers may be searched without cadet consent. If a cadet is suspected of possessing/concealing contraband (stolen property, weapons, or unauthorized items), the cadet’s locker will be searched. ● Cadets will be allowed to access lockers at the following times: in the morning when they enter the building before formation, before lunch, after lunch, and after the last period of the school day. Cadets in the locker area at any other time will be brought to the Commandant’s office.

IDENTIFICATION CARDS (I.D.s) The identification card is an integral part of the school uniform, and it must be worn by each cadet at all times. ● I.D. card must be visible and available to swipe when entering the school each morning. ​ ​ ​ ● I.D.s are also necessary for gaining entrance to the cafeteria, the library, and when entering a school function. ● To be valid, cards must be maintained in good working condition (barcode visible and scannable) and not be defaced (student’s face must be visible). ● If the I.D. card is lost, a duplicate card may be purchased for $10.00. Cadets may also purchase up to ​ ​ ​ two temporary I.D.s for $2.00 each (per month) used for one day only. ​ ● Cadets arriving at school without proper identification and out of uniform will be subject to disciplinary actions if the situation cannot be corrected prior to reporting to their first period class.

MANDATORY FEE SCHEDULES

Each cadet will receive a printed schedule of fees during orientation that will be assessed for attendance at Carver Military Academy. By signing the entrance contracts, all cadets and parents have agreed that they will pay their fees. Fees for uniform items cannot be waived and must be paid at the beginning of each school year during orientation in August. All fees can be paid online through the Carver website and in the main office starting July

7 1, 2018. In-person payments must be made in cash, cashier’s check, money order, or credit card (no personal checks).

FRESHMAN FEES Freshman Mandatory Fee Schedule 2018-19 Additional fees Lock $5.00 Black sweater $34.00 Core Class Fees $55.00 Black wool winter coat $85.00-$95.00 JROTC Awards & Decorations $50.00 Military Command Photo $25.00 Carver Physical Training Uniform $35.00 Band fee $25.00 Military Ball $50.00 Ventra student card $5.00 Chromebook Sleeve $15.00 Yearly Chromebook Insurance $50.00 TOTAL $260.00

Freshman School Supply List These items are not included in cadet fees, but will be used throughout the school year. (1) scientific calculator (1) black backpack

(5) folders with pockets (4) white tee shirts

(5) one-section spiral notebooks (4) pairs of black socks

(2) 1 ½ in. 3-ring binders (1) black scarf & gloves

loose leaf paper (1) pair of white calf-length socks

pens (black or blue) and pencils (wooden or mechanical) (1) pair of black pants (Class C Uniform)

(1) pair of black shoes (Class C Uniform)

SOPHOMORE FEES Sophomore Mandatory Fee Schedule 2018-19 Additional fees Core Class Fees $55.00 Ventra student card $5.00 JROTC $15.00 *Lock $5.00 Correspondence $10.00 Band fee $25.00 Half Cap Ceremony Fee $20.00 Black wool winter coat $85.00-$95.00 Yearly Chromebook Insurance $50.00 Black sweater $34.00 TOTAL $150.00 Military Command Photo $25.00 *Required if not purchased Freshman Year *Chromebook Sleeve $15.00

Sophomore School Supply List These items are not included in cadet fees, but will be used throughout the school year. (1) scientific calculator (1) black backpack

(5) folders with pockets (4) white tee shirts

(5) one-section spiral notebooks (4) pairs of black socks

(2) 1 ½ in. 3-ring binders (1) black scarf & gloves

8 loose leaf paper (1) pair of white calf-length socks

pens (black or blue) and pencils (wooden or mechanical) (1) pair of black pants (Class C Uniform)

(1) pair of black shoes (Class C Uniform) JUNIOR FEES

Junior Mandatory Fee Schedule 2018-19 Additional fees Core Class Fees $55.00 Ventra student card $5.00 JROTC $15.00 Military Command Photo $25.00 Correspondence $10.00 Band fee $25.00 Junior SAT Prep $20.00 Black wool winter coat $85.00-$95.00 Yearly Chromebook Insurance $50.00 Black sweater $34.00 TOTAL $150.00 *Chromebook Sleeve $15.00 *Required if not purchased Freshman/Sophomore Year *Lock $5.00

Junior School Supply List These items are not included in cadet fees, but will be used throughout the school year. (1) scientific calculator (1) black backpack

(5) folders with pockets (4) white tee shirts

(5) one-section spiral notebooks (4) pairs of black socks

(2) 1 ½ in. 3-ring binders (1) black scarf & gloves

loose leaf paper (1) pair of white calf-length socks

pens (black or blue) and pencils (wooden or mechanical) (1) pair of black pants (Class C Uniform)

(1) pair of black shoes (Class C Uniform)

SENIOR FEES Senior Mandatory Fee Schedule 2018-19 Additional fees Core Class Fees $55.00 Ventra student card $5.00 JROTC $15.00 Military Command Photo $25.00 Correspondence $10.00 Band fee $25.00 Graduation $100.00 Black wool winter coat $85.00-$95.00 Yearly Chromebook Insurance $50.00 Black sweater $34.00 TOTAL $230.00 Note: Senior Prom tickets, Senior Luncheon tickets, Senior Field Trip, and other costs related to senior activities will be announced. These costs will be additional charges. Participation in senior events is not mandatory and is granted at the discretion of the school administration.

Senior School Supply List These items are not included in cadet fees, but will be used throughout the school year. (1) scientific calculator (1) black backpack

(5) folders with pockets (4) white tee shirts

9 (5) one-section spiral notebooks (4) pairs of black socks

(2) 1 ½ in. 3-ring binders (1) black scarf & gloves

loose leaf paper (1) pair of white calf-length socks

pens (black or blue) and pencils (wooden or mechanical) (1) pair of black pants (Class C Uniform)

(1) pair of black shoes (Class C Uniform)

CADET DRESS CODE Cadets will wear the cadet uniform daily, unless instructed otherwise; we expect that our cadets will wear the uniform with PRIDE! The three standard uniform categories are defined in the table below.

WEEKLY DRESS CHART

DAY UNIFORM CLASS REQUIRED ITEMS CATEGORY

MONDAY Physical Training (PT) Uniform PT hoodie, PT pants, gold PT shirt, white (ankle or calf length) socks, running/gym shoes, and Carver I.D.

TUESDAY Class B Grey shirt, white tee shirt, blue pants, belt, black (calf length) socks, nameplate, rank, black issued shoes and Carver I.D.

WEDNESDAY Class A ASU jacket, grey shirt, white tee shirt, blue pants, tie (males) or neck tab (females), belt, black (calf length) socks, nameplate, rank, awards, black issued shoes and Carver I.D.

THURSDAY Class B Grey shirt, white tee shirt, blue pants, belt, black (calf length) socks, nameplate, rank, black issued shoes and Carver I.D.

FRIDAY Class C Class C polo/grade level polo, black dickies pants (no shorts or pants with designer holes, no sagging), black casual shoes (no open toe shoes or sandals), black belt and Carver I.D. Cadets may wear the JROTC windbreaker or sweater inside the building. For cold weather, students may wear the coat of their choice to keep warm (Class C is considered the civilian uniform.)

UNIFORMS Freshman Cadets

th The wear of the Class-C uniform is a privilege and not a right! As such, 9 ​ grade students cannot wear the ​ ​ Class C uniform during their first semester. Cadets must show they have a clear understanding and respect for the Class A and B uniforms prior to earning the privilege of wearing the Class C uniform. In addition to understanding the wear of the uniform, cadets must also meet the following standards: 1. Attendance rate of 90% or greater 2. Accumulated no more than 20 demerits (net total after subtracting demerits from merits) 3. Have no discipline infractions in Groups 4 – 6 according to the SCC 4. Must be in good moral standing with faculty and staff members (no insubordination or disrespect) 5. No course failures by the end of first semester 6. Students on academic or military model probation cannot wear the Class C uniform. *Privileges must be approved by an Administrator.

10 Sophomore, Junior, Senior Cadets The wear of the Class-C uniform is a privilege and not a right! As such, 10th -12th grade students will have the ​ st option of wearing the Class C uniform during the 1 ​ semester. However, students must meet the following ​ standards prior to being afforded with the opportunity of wearing the Class-C uniform: 1. Attendance rate of 90% or greater 2. Accumulated no more than 20 demerits (net total after subtracting demerits from merits) 3. Have no discipline infractions in Groups 4 – 6 according to SCC 4. Must be in good moral standings with faculty and staff members (no insubordination or disrespect) 5. No course failures during time of progress reports or end of quarter. 6. Students on academic or military model probation cannot wear the Class C uniform. *Privileges must be approved by an Administrator

Morning Formation Uniform Inspections Cadets will be honored during formation for correctly wearing the school uniform. Uniforms will be inspected ​ ​ during the day by all teachers and school personnel.

Uniform Turn-In and Replacement/Exchanges Upon transfer or graduation from Carver Military Academy, students are required to turn in all uniform items to the supply room and leave them in the care of the school. Students will be provided with a receipt. Cadets who have uniforms that need to be replaced or exchanged must notify their JROTC instructor. Cadets should not take it upon themselves to go directly to the supply room without prior approval of the JROTC Instructor(s) and/or Commandant, CPT Rover.

VENDING MACHINES

Cadets may purchase healthy snack items from the vending machines before school, during their lunch period, and after school. Cadets should not purchase snack items anytime in between the aforementioned times.

FUNDRAISING

Cadets, and other unauthorized persons, may not sell food, tickets, or any other items on the campus without written administrative approval and completed fundraiser paperwork. Applications for fund raising activities must be submitted by the teacher-sponsor and receive the signature of the Athletic Director and Principal at least four weeks prior to the desired date.

ELECTRONICS & SAFE INTERNET USAGE PROTOCOL

CHROMEBOOKS As of School Year 2017-2018 all students will be issued a Chromebook for school use only. The Chromebook Policy must be read and agreed to by all parents and students prior to being issued a Chromebook. The Chromebook Plan can be found here. ​ ​

11 CELL PHONES This policy is meant to help maintain an educational focus in classrooms and other study areas and respect the needs of our students to have reasonable access to their phones and other electronic devices. We acknowledge that this is the age of instant communication as well as the need to maintain a proper environment for students, faculty and the educational process. Cell phones, pagers, iPods, MP3s or other electronic devices are not to be used in the classrooms. It is important to remember that cell phone usage is not permitted anytime during the ​ school day.

CELL PHONES AND ELECTRONIC DEVICES CANNOT BE VISIBLE. IF SEEN, THE STUDENT IS IN VIOLATION OF THE ELECTRONIC/TECHNOLOGY RULE!

A student should never be talking on a cell phone during the academic school day. When found in violation of this policy, the electronic device will be confiscated and logged in the Commandant’s Office. There are no ​ exceptions to the rule! Once logged, the parent/guardian on record can pick up the phone any time between ​ ​ ​ ​ 3:45-4:00 P.M. Devices will only be released during the set times. At no time will the phone be released to a ​ student. Students found in violation will be disciplined accordingly.

The use of a camera and/or video phone is absolutely forbidden at any time in public or private areas, such as, locker rooms, washrooms, dressing areas, classrooms, and offices. Such inappropriate use may also constitute a ​ ​ violation of the criminal code.

REFUSAL TO SUBMIT THE DEVICE WHEN FOUND IN VIOLATION WILL LEAD TO FURTHER DISCIPLINARY ACTION (Seriously disruptive to the educational process).

st 1 ​ Offense: Parent/guardian must pick up the phone from the Commandant, SAI, or Administrative ​ ​ ​ ​ team member (Identification must match the parent or guardian listed on Student Records.) ​

nd 2 ​ Offense: Student will receive 1 day of Lunch Detention that must be served prior to receiving cellular phone. ​ ​ ​ In addition, parent must pick up phone from the Commandant, SAI, or Administrative team member. ​ ​

rd 3 ​ Offense: Student will receive 1 day of In School Suspension (ISS) that must be served prior to receiving ​ ​ ​ cellular phone. In addition, parent must pick up phone and conference with the Commandant, SAI, or ​ Administrative team member.

th 4 ​ Offense: Student will receive 1 day of Out of School Suspension (OSS), complete student character project, ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ and both student and parent must meet with the Commandant, SAI, or Administrative team member prior ​ ​ to picking up the phone.

th 5 ​ Offense: The phone will be confiscated and held for 10 days and the student will receive 2-4 days of OSS. ​ ​ ​

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______CARVER MILITARY ACADEMY 13100 South Doty Avenue · Chicago, IL 60827-1516 ​ ​ ​ Telephone 773-535-5250 · Fax 773-535-5037 ​ ​

MAJ Steven Rouse (Ret) Ms. Vickie Durrah CPT Michael Rover (Ret) Academy Superintendent Assistant Principal Commandant

Cell Phone Policy School Year 2018-2019

According to Chicago Public Schools policy, Carver Military Academy may authorize a student to possess a pager or cellular telephone upon written request from a parent or a legal guardian. If your student has a cell phone and you are requesting this authorization, please fill out the form below. If there is a possibility your child will possess a cell phone or pager in the future, or may possess your cellular telephone at any time, please read and sign the written consent from below. Please return this form along with all other registration documents at registration/orientation. ______

All cell phones must be powered off, in a student locker, backpack, or purse and not in use during regular school hours. Students may not use cell phones as watches, calculators or for other such uses. Violations of this policy will result in disciplinary measures. ______

I request permission for my student to bring a pager or cellular telephone for medical and other family emergencies, or for any other good cause. My student will abide by the rules stated in the Uniform Discipline Code of Chicago Public Schools and in the Carver Military Academy student handbook as stated above. I understand that if school policies for cell phone use are not followed, my student can be reprimanded by the school. Please be advised that I am aware that Carver Military Academy or Chicago Public Schools assumes no liability for cellular telephones that are lost, damaged or stolen while in my child's possession.. Additionally, I have taken the opportunity to discuss the guidelines for the responsible use of cellular phones with my student.

Student Signature______Advisory______​ ​ ​

Parent Signature______Date ______​ ​ ​

13 CAFETERIA DECORUM The lunch period is a time for relaxation, social development and learning. The following guidelines were developed to enhance the positive aspects of our lunch period and are required of all cadets during lunch: 1. In order to reduce overcrowding, cadets must not move from their assigned table in the lunchroom. 2. Cadets may not sit on tables, bar railings and window sills or stand on the heaters. 3. All cadets must remain seated in the lunchroom at all times. 4. Cadets must maintain the proper wear of their uniform while in the cafeteria. 5. The I.D. Card must be available and visible to obtain service. 6. Cadets must report to their assigned lunchroom. Changes can only be made by administration. 7. Cadets cutting class found in the lunchrooms will receive demerits for 1st violation and/or detention for 2nd violation. Repeat offenders are subject to in-school or out-of-school suspension as determined by the Administration. 8. Food or drink is not to be taken from the lunchroom at any time. 9. Loud, discourteous, disrespectful and disruptive behavior will not be tolerated or accepted. Food fights of any magnitude are a violation of the school’s discipline code. 10. Students are allowed to leave the cafeteria only if a teacher has given them a written pass in advance or assigned them through the Teacher/Student Conferences daily document. Otherwise, all students eat in the designated cafeteria as directed by their course schedules. 11. Students are allowed to go to their lockers prior to lunch. 12. Cellular phones should not be visible and cannot be used during the lunch period. 13. Chromebooks can be used during lunch if all food and drink items of all cadets at the table have been disposed, and the table has been thoroughly cleaned. These conditions will be monitored closely by Security.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE POLICY Cadets will be permitted to bring in a water bottle(s) if the seal is unbroken. Cadets will be permitted to bring food items in the original sealed (i.e.unopened) container and/or package. Sharing of food items between cadets should only occur during the lunch period. It should not disrupt instructional time. It is permissible for a cadet to bring an individual bag lunch and (1) empty water bottle or any clear, empty thermos bottle to fill at the water fountain during the course of the school day. It is also permissible to bring in balloons or flowers in celebration of birthdays or special events, but no baked goods unless individually wrapped.

CLASSROOM REGULATIONS Cadets are expected to exhibit exemplary behavior during classroom instruction. Any behavior that disrupts the learning process will not be tolerated. Cadets are expected to report to all classes on time with necessary supplies and materials. Tardies and cuts will be dealt with according to established attendance procedures, and in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct (SCC) & Carver’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as outlined in the Student Handbook. Students are prohibited from using electronic devices during classroom instruction.

14 DAMAGE TO SCHOOL PROPERTY Defacing or damaging school property will become the financial responsibility of the cadet involved and the parent/guardian, and will also subject the cadet to disciplinary actions. Damages to school property include, but are not limited to, improper disposing of gum, and any writing, drawing, or carving on desks, walls, textbooks, and chairs, including graffiti.

COMMUNICATION WITH CADETS In order to achieve full potential, cadets must maintain open lines of communication with their teachers and the school. To this end, all Carver Cadets should check their CPS email accounts at least once per day, as teachers and administrators will use these email accounts to send important messages. Cadets should check the Carver ​ website for events and important information as well. Finally, cadets should regularly check the Student Portal to see grades at https://student.cps.k12.il.us/pc/studentlogin.aspx

MERIT AND DEMERIT POLICY

MERITS Cadets earn merits for outstanding appearance, exceptional service, volunteer accomplishments, and tasks ​ completed both in JROTC as well as other classes. Merit points indicate noteworthy leadership traits such as initiative, cooperativeness, and willingness to accept responsibility.

DEMERITS Cadets earn demerits as a result of violations to good order and discipline, violations of school/district policies, ​ and substandard performance. Disciplinary demerits indicate a cadet's unwillingness to respond to a reasonable degree of authority, or a show of disrespect to anyone in authority.

Carver Military Academy instructors, teachers, administrators, and those cadets in key leadership positions will assist in the administration of the merit/demerit system using the following guidelines:

● JROTC Instructors, teachers, and administrators will award merits/demerits using the Merit/Demerit Points Chart (see below) to maintain fairness and impartiality, and to ensure that the merits/demerits awarded do not exceed an amount appropriate to the actions/offense. ● Students in the Chain-of-Command, or upperclassmen serving as Assistant Instructors, have the authority

to recommend merits or demerits to their JROTC Instructors for cadets.

Working Off Demerits One merit will cancel out one demerit. Cadets may voluntarily work off demerits prior to the end of each grading period by performing supervised constructive work. If demerits are not worked off prior to the end of semester, ​ ​ the following Demerit Grading Scale will be used to determine a cadet’s final JROTC grade:

Demerit Grading Scale Excessive demerits accumulated throughout the semester will have a negative impact on the cadet’s JROTC grade ​ ​ at the end of Semester 1 (Quarter 2) and Semester 2 (Quarter 4.) Demerits start over at the beginning of each

15 semester. (See Appendix 1 for what constitutes 1 or more demerits and merits) The following chart will be ​ ​ ​ utilized to assess grade reductions: ​ Range of Demerits JROTC Grade Impact

20 10% decrease in JROTC Grade

30 20% decrease in JROTC Grade

40 30% decrease in JROTC Grade

50 40% decrease in JROTC Grade

60+ 50% decrease in JROTC Grade

Note: As demerits increase, the negative impact on the JROTC grade increases.

ATTENDANCE POLICY

STUDENT ATTENDANCE POLICY Carver’s attendance goal for the 2018 - 2019 school year is 95%. All cadets must have greater than or equal to ​ 95% attendance rate. The basic responsibility for regular attendance of the cadet lies with the cadet and the parent. The State of Illinois compulsory attendance law states that the parent is obligated to make certain that the child/children is/are in school. The School Code of Illinois, Section 21-1 states: “Whoever has custody or control of any child between the ages ​ of seven (7) through sixteen (16) shall cause such child to attend some public school in the district wherein the child resides the entire time it is in session during the regular school term.”

Cadet Attendance Responsibilities ● Arrive on time for morning formation and all classes. ● Be prepared to learn with school supplies needed for the day and a charged Chromebook ● Cadets must report to school on time in the prescribed uniform and are expected to remain at school unless given an early dismissal (see guidelines below). ● Cadets entering the building after 8:30 a.m. must report directly to the Main Office prior to going to class. ● Cadets do not have permission or the privilege to attend school for the purpose of taking a test or turning in assignments and leaving. ● If a cadet is absent for more than half of the school day they are not allowed to practice and/or play in any sports or participate in any extracurricular activities including Driver Education classes, After School Matters, etc. ● Upon arrival to school after an absence, report immediately to the Main Office with a signed note from a parent or guardian to receive an Excused Absence. Only cadets with excused absences will be allowed sufficient make-up time as designated by the teacher and administration for missed assignments, quizzes, exams, etc. Some assignments may not be allowed a make up. ● In the case of an Illness: The cadet brings a physician’s note upon his/her return to school. The note must include the date(s) absent, the reason for the absence, and the physician’s signature. A note from parent/legal guardian will also be accepted.

16 ● Early Dismissal: We understand that sometimes important appointments must be scheduled during the ​ academic day. We strongly urge parents to schedule all appointments after school to maximize instructional time in the classroom. We also understand that family emergencies, requiring the immediate attendance of a cadet occur as well. If an early dismissal from school is required, parents/guardians on file must pick up their cadet from the Main Office, complete the proper paperwork, and show an ID. The parent must physically come to the school to sign the cadet out. Only the cadet’s parent/guardian and ​ individuals over the age of 20 years old who are listed on the cadet’s emergency form will be allowed to sign out the cadet. Please note that unexcused and excused absences are still considered days of ​ non-attendance, and, as such, cadets will not be considered for perfect attendance.

Unexcused Class Absences and Consequences (Quarterly): Student absences from class without official and ​ approved excuse are considered class cuts and and are addressed in the following manner:

➢ 1-2 cuts: Warning by classroom teacher ➢ 3 Cuts: Classroom teacher notifies parent ➢ 4 or more cuts: Classroom teacher notifies Commandant via referral to arrange after school and/or Saturday Detention.

PROMOTION POLICY The Chicago Public Schools policy, titled High School Promotion Policy, dated 28 Jan 2004 states: ​ ​ “Students must attend their classes in order to learn and retain course subject matter. Consequently, students’ success in earning credits towards promotion shall be determined by attendance in class as well as by performance on academic assignments. Therefore, students who have unexcused absences in excess of 20% or more of the ​ classes in a particular course during the period for which a unit of credit is earned shall not pass the course”. ​ It is recommended that parent or guardian periodically check with Parent Portal, attendance staff, subject teachers and colloquium teachers regarding their cadet’s attendance. Parent/legal guardian must show identification when making inquiries about cadets. Inquiries cannot be made over the phone and must be made in-person. In addition, phone numbers and addresses cannot be updated over the phone; rather, an emergency form must be completed in person to initiate all edits to cadet information. This rule is provided to protect the cadet, the ​ parent or guardian, and the school. Thank you for your understanding of all district and state policies.

FORMATION ATTENDANCE It is imperative to get cadets to formation for attendance and accountability. Once cadets arrive to formation, they are to remain for the entire length of formation. No passes or permission to leave the formation will be issued. Excessive absences to formation are grounds for administrative transfer.

TARDY POLICY & PROCEDURES Procedure for Excused Tardies Any cadet who comes to school late after attending a doctor appointment or otherwise should submit a doctor’s note or other official correspondence documenting excuse.

17 Procedure for Unexcused Tardies 1. Cadet must sign in with the main office to have attendance checked. 2. Administrator calls parent/guardian to inform of student tardy, total number of tardies, grades (optional), etc. 3. Security issues transport pass to cadet. ​ ​ 4. Cadet reports to class with transport pass. If student does not have a pass, teacher will not admit to class.

Consequences for Unexcused Tardies ➢ 1st Tardy Verbal Warning- Attendance Office

➢ 2nd ​Demerits Issued ​ ➢ 3rd Tardy Notice to Parent- written or phone ➢ 4th (Or more) Recommended for detention

DETENTION Detentions are assigned for attendance or disciplinary infractions. Cadets must be prepared to engage in school work during detention.

DETENTION EXPECTATIONS All detentions will be skill-building focused. Examples of skill-building focused areas include and are not limited to: completing classroom assignments, writing short essays, silent sustained reading, NewsELA, completing Khan Academy reading and math practice assessments, and more. Cadets must bring necessary materials, including paper, pen, books and references to complete any assigned work.

While serving detention, cadets may not leave the building unless authorized and must leave the building and school property promptly when dismissed. Students arriving late to detention will not be admitted and must make up the detention on a different day.

All provisions of the Student Code of Conduct are in effect during detentions. Cadets must also adhere to the following rules:

1. No talking or sign language used 2. No eating or gum chewing 3. No sleeping 4. No note-passing 5. No lockers before, during or after detention 6. No music or cellular devices, electronics, etc. 7. No unauthorized use of Chromebooks including playing games, listening to music, etc. Chromebooks should be used for school work only. Note: Cadets who are disruptive or fail to serve detentions will be subject to additional disciplinary action including the possibility of an out-of-school suspension.

18 REGULAR DETENTION Detentions are served in Room 255 before school, during lunch, and after school. Detentions are 45 minutes in length. Cadets must follow the guidelines above or be subject to additional disciplinary action. *Note: All detentions must be served on the days assigned. If a cadet is absent on assigned detention day, cadet ​ ​ will serve the detention on the day of return.

SATURDAY SCHOOL DETENTION INFORMATION Saturday detentions are held in room 107, from 9:00-11:00 a.m. Cadets must arrive to Carver by 9:00 a.m. and go directly to room 107. All provisions of the Cadet Code of Conduct are in effect and must follow the same detention guidelines outlined above.

OUT-OF- SCHOOL SUSPENSION (OSS) Cadets may be involuntarily restricted from attending school for 1 day or up to 10 consecutive or 10 cumulative days in one school year for gross misconduct. Out-of- School Suspension (OSS) requires minimal due process. During the period of suspension, cadets must complete class assignments and homework assigned by teachers. Cadets who are present on school grounds during a suspension may be considered trespassing. OSS is considered an excused absence.

ENTERING THE CLASSROOM All cadets will line up outside of their classroom door prior to entering classroom for a brief on-the-spot inspection. Cadets will not enter the classroom until given permission. This procedure will occur every class period by all teachers that have a class. Cadets must be in the proper uniform (wearing it correctly) and have their cadet ID visible (permanent or temp for that day). Security will ensure that all halls are clear.

HALL SWEEPS When a hall sweep is called, teachers will admit cadets to the classroom until the tardy bell rings or a directive is given to close all doors. Cadets who are tardy will be directed by security personnel to Room 255 unless otherwise directed. Tardy cadets will remain in the room for the class period and participate in extra military instruction. Cadets caught in hall sweeps and/or hall walking will be subject to the following: ➢ 1st Offense: Detention ​ ​ ➢ 2nd Offense: Parent conference ​ ​ ➢ 3rd Offense: Administrative conference and appropriate disciplinary action ​ ​ The Commandant or Assistant Principal will notify the parent either in writing or verbally if the student is caught during the hall sweep.

SCHEDULE CHANGES Changes to a cadet’s schedule are allowed to meet graduation requirements and when conducive to the schedule. Schedule changes will be considered on an individual basis for situations outside of the scope of the above criteria. Cadets should consult counselors for valid schedule changes. Contact Mrs. Alderson for 9th - 11th grade and Ms. Heard, College & Career Coach for changes to a 12th grade schedule. Counselors will be

19 available during all lunch periods and will work with students that are assigned to that lunch period only. Any other scheduling issues can be handled via appointment and/or email to [email protected]. ​ ​ ACADEMIC POLICIES & PROCEDURES GRADING PRACTICES AND POLICY Grades indicate the level of effort, knowledge, will and ability that you put out to learn and master competencies in our educational curriculum. Our teachers award you grades based on their professional judgment and evaluation of your capabilities in accordance with the grading criteria below. Your grade point average (GPA) is determined by dividing the accumulated points earned for each letter grade by the accumulated academic credits attempted.

Grading Explanation/ Honor Roll Cadets who earn a GPA of 4.0 or better qualify for the Superintendent’s Honor Roll. Those who earn a GPA of 3.5 to 3.99 qualify for the Commandant’s Honor Roll. Cadets who achieve Honor Roll status will receive JROTC awards and academy incentives for each quarter, semester and school year. The top ten students in each grade level with highest grade point averages will be honored with their picture(s) posted on the Wall of ​ Excellence, which is the hallway near the main entrance/auditorium. ​ Grading Policy Chart

Percentage Grade Regular GPA Honors GPA AP GPA

100-90 A 4.0 4.5 5.0

89-80 B 3.0 3.5 4.0

79-70 C 2.0 2.5 3.0

69-60 D 1.0 1.5 2.0

59-0 F 0 0 0

CHEATING & PLAGIARISM Cheating is obtaining or attempting to obtain credit for academic work which is not your own by use of any ​ ​ dishonest, deceptive or fraudulent means. Examples of cheating include, but are not limited to, the following: copying another’s class work, homework, or major assignment; copying or discussing answers; using “cheat sheets” during a test or quiz; or altering or interfering with the grading procedures.

Plagiarism is taking ideas, words, or specific substance from another person or source and offering it as your ​ own work without giving credit to the source. Examples of plagiarism include using downloaded articles or research papers from the internet, cutting and pasting together text from several sources, using ideas that are not one’s own (changing the wording) without proper citation, or faking citations. Both cheating and plagiarism will result in zero credit and may also result in disciplinary action. Those who cooperate with another’s attempt(s) to cheat or plagiarize may face the same academic and disciplinary consequences. The stealing of a test, quiz or assignment from a teacher or other cadet and the use of a stolen test, quiz or assignment is a major violation of the student code of conduct and will result in an Out-of-School Suspension.

20 As plagiarism and cheating is a serious offense and a violation of academic honesty and the integrity expected of a Carver cadet, the academic and disciplinary consequences for plagiarism and cheating are as follows: ● First offense: Student will be given a zero on the assignment, 20 demerits, and attend a mandatory ​ parent-administration meeting (in the case of a Formative or Summative assessment; Executive Function assignments are at teacher discretion). ● Second offense: Student will be given a zero on the assignment, a Saturday detention, and attend a ​ mandatory parent-administration meeting. ● Third offense: Student will be given a zero on the assignment, a Saturday detention, attend a mandatory ​ parent-administration meeting and write an original essay on the perils of academic dishonesty. ● Fourth offense: Student will be suspended from school. ​ Under no circumstances will a student be allowed to make up credit for plagiarized work. Offenses are tallied by student and not on a per-class basis.

SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS Academic Standards and Probation Policy At Carver Military Academy, our motto is: Excellence is expected! As a selective enrollment high school, Carver cadets are required to maintain at least a 2.0 cumulative grade point average (GPA) in all core academic courses: math, social science, English, and science as well as JROTC, foreign language, fine arts and elective courses. Maintaining a cumulative GPA of 2.0 is the equivalent of a C average and ensures that the cadet is making satisfactory academic progress that leads to the student being on-track for graduation and prepared for ​ ​ college and career. Failure to meet this requirement will result in the cadet being placed on probationary status for closer monitoring by Carver administration along with the parent or guardian. This process begins following the end of the semester in which the cadet did not successfully meet these criteria. A student may be placed on academic probation for any of the following reasons: ​ ​ A) The Cadet has failed two or more core courses (English, math, science, social science, reading) and is off track for graduation. B) The Cadet is off track, failed a JROTC course(s) and/or elective course(s), and has earned less than a 2.0 cumulative G.P.A. C) The cadet has earned less than a 2.0 overall cumulative grade point average during entire academic career at Carver. The parent and the Cadet must attend a mandatory meeting with the Counselor, Assistant Principal and/or ​ ​ ​ Commandant at Carver Military Academy along with the coach (if applicable) to discuss academic record to date and sign the Academic Contract and develop a plan for success

Academic Probation Contract During the academic probation period, the cadet must comply with the following supportive measures and requirements:

1. The Academic Tracker form must be signed weekly by all teachers to document that the cadet has completed all assignments each week. The parent must also sign the Academic Tracker to demonstrate

ongoing monitoring of academic progress. 2. Cadet must attend 2 days of weekly academic tutoring sessions after school in the 10-week period for ​ ​ each course taken, meet biweekly with guidance counselor (Kathryn Alderson), record all dates of ​ ​

21 these meetings and have the supervising teacher (Mr. Peters) verify the meetings with signaturea in the chart attached. 3. Earn at least a 2.0 G.P.A or earn a grade of C or better in all courses attempted in the following semester after being placed on probation. Failure to do so could result in cadet being transferred from Carver to

another high school at the end of semester. 4. The parent must register for a parent portal account to monitor the cadet’s grades on a weekly basis.

TUTORING All students are encouraged to seek additional instruction or assistance in a course from other cadets (Honor Roll) first, regardless of academic situation. Students who are on probation must attend and must complete the Academic Tracker. Teachers will make themselves available before, during and after the school day if cadets are honest about self-improvement. See teacher or counselor (Ms. Kathryn Alderson) to develop, coordinate and complete a tutoring program.

PROGRESS REPORTS A Progress Report is issued every mid-quarter (Oct, Dec, Mar, and May). Its primary purpose is to alert cadets and parents/guardians of academic, attendance and behavioral performance between official report card dates. Parents/Guardians may contact teachers during the school day to make appointments for conferences at times other than the official Parent-Teacher Conference days.

REPORT CARDS

(Ref: CPS Policy Manual; Title: Report Card Distribution; Sec: 706.2; Brd Rpt: 91-0424-RS2; Our report card is performance-based and is intended to reflect actual achievement in meeting the academic standards during each quarter. Report cards will be picked-up by parents/guardians during Parent-Teacher Conference days. These are non-attendance days. Report cards will be distributed to cadets or mailed to parents/guardians in February/June.

ACTIVITY ELIGIBILITY Cadets must demonstrate passing grades in all classes and a GPA above a 2.0 to remain eligible to participate in extracurricular academy-sponsored activities, dances, field trips, intramural activities, and interscholastic competitions. If you are absent (unexcused or excused) from school, you may not practice or participate in any academy activity on the day of absence.

PROMOTION POLICY (Ref: CPS Policy Manual; Title: High School Promotion Policy; Sec: 605.1; Brd Rpt: 01-1024-PO2; Date: 24 Oct 01) A cadet who successfully earns passing grades and academic credits, attends school and classes on-time, and adheres to the uniform standards and code of conduct will make progress toward passing each grade level and earning a diploma.

CPS PROMOTION REQUIREMENTS In order to progress to the next grade level, cadets must adhere to the following:

Grade Level Policy

22 9th Grade • Pass at least 3 core subject courses (each semester) Promotion • Completion of 5 units of academic credit

• Pass at least 3 core subject courses (each semester) 10th Grade • Completion of 11 units of academic credit Promotion • Completion of Service Learning Project (9th or 10th)

11th Grade • Completion of 17 units of academic credit Promotion • Completion of Service Learning Project in Civics

Graduation • Completion of 24 units of academic credit Note: 1 semester equals .5 credits. Each cadet and parent/guardian is responsible for keeping abreast of the fulfillment of graduation requirements from year to year so that there will be no deficiencies at the time of graduation. If the Cadet has failed or fails two or more core courses (English, math, science, social science, ​ reading), the cadet is off-track for graduation.

CPS GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Note: 1 semester equals .5 credits *Courses not offered at Carver Military Academy Subject Area Credits Description Required

English/ESL 4 One credit is required in each of the following: English I, II, III, & IV. ESL courses satisfy the requirement.

Mathematics 3 One credit is required in Algebra, Geometry, and Advanced Algebra or Trigonometry.

Science 3 One credit is required in Biology along with two credits from any of the following options: Chemistry, Physics, *Earth/Space Science, and *Environmental Science

Social Science 3 One credit is required in both World Studies and US History along with one half credit in Civics or AP Government and one half credit in any SS course

World Language 2 Two years of the same world language are required. ​ ​ Fine Arts 2 Two credits are required in the same category or one credit in any two of the following categories: Music, Dance, Visual Art/Drafting, or *Theatre

Physical 4 Students graduating from Military Academies must achieve one credit in Education/ JRTOC each of the following: JROTC Let I, II, III, & IV

Career Education 1 One credit from JROTC meets this requirement

Computer Science 1 One credit is required in Computer Science

Electives 3 Three credits of electives should be chosen with student’s future goals in mind.

TOTAL 24

Non-Credit Bearing Requirements

23 Service Learning Students must complete (2) Service Learning Projects. One must be completed in conjunction with Civics. The other may be completed independently or in conjunction with a course offering during 9th or 10th grade.

Consumer Students must complete a course that integrates a unit of study on Financial Education into its Education curriculum. This unit will be completed at Carver during Civics/Law.

Public Law 195 Students must pass an assessment in which they demonstrate knowledge of the U.S. and Illinois Constitutions. This assessment will be completed at Carver during U.S. History.

District-Wide Taking the state-mandated college and career ready determination exam--SAT. Assessment (DWA)

Post-Secondary Students will provide valid evidence to their School Counselor to demonstrate they have a Plan concrete post-secondary plan before high school graduation. Examples of that evidence can include a college acceptance, gap year program, military enlistment, a career training program or job.

CREDIT RECOVERY

In most cases, the opportunity to take an AVENTA COURSE will be offered to most cadets (those previously making satisfactory academic progress) who have failed a course at the end of the semester. If a cadet fails the same course again, the cadet must pay $200 for the AVENTA course, or must register to take the failed course at another CPS high school. If the student is on academic probation, it is mandated that the student retake the course (for the third time) in a traditional learning environment rather than an online course.

STANDARDS BASED GRADING

What Is It? Standards based grading is a method in which students are graded on whether or not they can meet a specifically defined standard (what students should know how to do for this grade). The purpose of standards based grading is to identify what students know and which specific standards have been mastered, rather than an average of grades over the course of a grading period, which might only show how often a student turned in work, not what the student learned.

How Will It Be Different? Instead of categories like homework, quizzes, tests, etc. gradebooks will be categorized by three areas: formative assessments, summative assessments, and executive functioning.

Category Percentage Breakdown (may vary by grade level) When viewing grades in Gradebook, there should be 3 categories: formative assessments, summative assessments and executive functioning. Each category is given a percentage decided upon by each grade level team.

24 Consequently, each grade level may have a different percent for each category. However, no one category should count for more than 50% of the student’s grade.

Formative assessments Formative assessments are the in-class tests/assignments that students complete along the way towards mastery of skills. Formative assessments test the student’s ability to master individual standards.

Summative Assessments Summative assessments are the assignments that encompass multiple standards. In creating a project or writing essay, students are assessed in your mastery of many standards that should have been mastered over the course of the unit.

Executive Functioning Executive functioning involves any skills that help students plan, organize, remember things, prioritize, pay attention and get started on tasks. These functions also help students use information and experiences from the past to solve current problems. Grades in this category will be similar within your specific grade level and are usually homework or timeliness assigned by the teacher to provide extra practice.

How will Students Be Graded? Teachers will identify what standards students need to focus on for a set period of time. Then, students will receive instruction that is tailored to this learning goal. Students will complete practice on their own and in class that will help them master the standard, which may or may not be entered as a grade. Often, homework will be completed, and teachers will provide feedback for improvement without entering it as a grade. Student grades will be mainly comprised of assessments which measure their ability to utilize the skill that the standard addresses.

After taking a formative assessment, students will have three additional attempts to meet or exceed the standard before a low grade becomes permanent in the GradeBook. Summative assessments are permanent on the first try. Students cannot retake the summative assessments unless a teacher deems it necessary. Therefore, doing the homework, regardless of the grade, is a necessity. If a student earns less than a “C” on a formative assessment, the student is required to retake it on his or her own time.

What Do Students Need To Do? It is important for students to do ALL homework. Not every assignment will be scored for a grade, but every assignment that teachers assign will be a stepping stone towards mastery. Homework is practice. Students must also have GRIT. GRIT refers to students’ ability to stay determined towards meeting a goal. Students must demonstrate GRIT towards mastering those standards. That means going the extra mile, and putting in the extra time and effort to make sure they are mastering the skills that have been placed in front of you.

Which Standards Are Students Being Graded On? Each discipline will have its own standards. Teachers will identify which standards are the focus for each unit. Additionally, they will identify the standards students are aiming to reach through set learning goals. An example is that for English, students will be graded on Common Core Standards and SAT Standards, but there are several dozen standards; therefore, students will be focusing on mastering a smaller number of them throughout the year.

How Can Students Determine Their Grades?

25 Students should track their progress. When they take an assessment of any kind, they should write down what their initial score was. Additionally, if that score is less than a “C”, they should make a mark that reminds them to plan with the teacher to retake that assessment, assuming it is one that can be made up. Gradebook is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. It is students’ responsibility to check and know their grades. It is not teachers’ responsibility to inform students of their current grade.

CADETS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS (DIVERSE LEARNERS) ​ (Ref: CPS Policy Manual; Title: High School Promotion Policy; Sec: 605.1; Brd Rpt: 01-1024-PO2; Date: 24 Oct 01)

A cadet with disabilities is expected to master the general curriculum to the maximum extent possible with the use of supplementary aids and services. Diverse learners’ Individualized Education Program (IEP) Team determines whether a cadet is expected to meet CPS promotion criteria or other criteria (must be documented in the IEP). Strictly adhering to “least restrictive environment” mandates, cadets with disabilities will participate in all JROTC instruction and activities where the appropriate accommodations and curricular modifications will be made, as determined by their IEP.

CPS NETWORK & INTERNET POLICY (Ref: CPS Policy Manual; Title: Student Acceptable Use Of The CPS Network; Sec: 604.2; Brd Rpt: 03-0326-PO03; 26 Mar 03)

CPS provides computers and network capabilities to students for the purpose of enhancing instruction and helping them gain additional educational experiences and acquire skills for an increasingly technology-oriented society. A student user account and use of the CPS Network is a privilege that is provided. In order to get a user account, registered legal parent/guardian must provide written authorization to the academy, and cadets must sign a consent form acknowledging understanding of the Policy on Student Acceptable Use. For authorized users, the network makes e-mail, internet access and personal website development possible. The network is constantly monitored for unacceptable uses and security breaches. Improper use of the CPS Network is cause for disciplinary action and privileges to be completely revoked with no second chances.

SAFETY & SECURITY Closed Campus Procedures ​

To increase the safety and security of cadets, these procedures have been adopted: ➢ All cadets are required to remain inside the building throughout the school day and avoid unauthorized areas. ➢ Cadets leaving the building at times other than dismissal must have permission for early dismissal to leave the campus. Once they are dismissed they must leave the campus. NO LOITERING!!! ​ ➢ Cadets that leave cannot re-enter the same day, unless the parent/guardian has sent a written request for the cadet to re-enter or has returned to the building with the cadet. ➢ Should a parent/guardian have need for another individual to pick up a cadet, the parent/guardian must inform the Attendance Office in writing beforehand with all pertinent information on the intended individual with sufficient time for the school to reach the parent/guardian for clarification or adhere to the aforementioned rules laid out in the Attendance section regarding emergency forms. ➢ Cadets who are caught skipping school or class are subject to the Chicago Public Schools Student Code of Conduct.

26 ➢ Cadets are reminded that they are not permitted to open any outside door for cadets or non-staff adults at any time. They must direct them to enter through the Main entrance or contact a staff member for directives. ➢ Possession and/or use of weapons, alcoholic beverages, drugs, or any controlled substance on or near school property is strictly prohibited. Possession constitutes cause for police referral, suspension from school, and referral for expulsion. ➢ Card and dice games and gambling of any kind are strictly prohibited. ➢ Cadets are not to place objects or items in doorways in order to keep them open. ➢ Cadets who violate any safety/security rules will be subject to disciplinary action.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY GUIDELINES ​

➢ Cadets may not use the corridor during class time without an authorized pass. ➢ Smoking on school property is prohibited and is against the city fire ordinance. ➢ Opened food and beverages are not permitted upon entering the school. Glass containers are not permitted. ➢ Trespassers (visitors without an authorized school pass) on Carver Military Academy property are subject to arrest. ➢ There are assigned locker times. Cadets may not use lockers outside of established locker times. ➢ Cadets who enter the building with an odor of marijuana or any other foul odor will not be allowed to attend class. The cadet will be sent to the Commandant’s office and a parent or guardian will be notified. Arrangements will be made for that cadet to be sent home. The cadet can receive a penalty of suspension. ➢ Hats and coats must be placed in locker. ➢ Cadets are to leave the building within five (5) minutes after their last class. ➢ Cadets participating in extracurricular activities must report to the sponsor’s designated meeting room within (5) five minutes after their last class. ➢ Cadets must exit and re-enter the building using the sports entrance for after-school and extracurricular activities. ➢ All suspensions require a mandatory parent/guardian conference in order for cadets to be readmitted to school.

ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTORY

Superintendent & MAJ Steven E. Main Office (773) 535-5250 [email protected] Principal Rouse

Assistant Principal Ms. Vickie S. Main Office (773) 535-5250 [email protected] Durrah

Commandant CPT Michael Rover Room 233 (773) 535-5646

Senior Military MSG Derovic Room 115 (773) 535-5744 Instructor Coleman

School Operations Ms. Darneshia Main Office (773) 535-5260 Manager Houser

27 Treasurer Mrs. Mary Martin Main Office (773) 535-5250

Technology Ms. Karen Foster Main Office (773) 535-5632 Coordinator

Payroll Clerk Ms. Maria Barnes Main Office (773) 535-5250

Fine Arts Mr. John Harris Department Chair

English Department Ms. Vanessa Chair Johnson

Foreign Language Ms. Sol Brooks Department Chair

Mathematics Ms. Beverly Harris Department Chair

Science Department Ms. Onome Alabi Chair

Social Science Mr. Andrew Bucke Department Chair

Diverse Learners Dr. Lori Parker Department Chair

Guidance Mrs. Katherine Room 244 (773) 535-5265 Counselor Alderson

Post-Secondary Ms. Keisha Heard Room 244 (773) 535-5743 Coach SY’ 2017-2018 IMPORTANT DATES

th SEPTEMBER 4 ​ .……………………………………………………………...Labor Day (No School) ​ th SEPTEMBER 5 ​ ….………………………………………………………………..First Day of School ​ th st OCTOBER 6 ​ ….….………………..…...……………………………………….….1 Q​ tr Prog Report ​ ​ th OCTOBER 9 ​ ……………………………………………….………..…...Columbus Day (No School) ​ th NOVEMBER ​ (TBD)……………………………………………..…..…..Prof Dev Day (No School) ​ ​ th NOVEMBER 16 …​ …..……………………………………...………….....Parent Teacher Conference ​ nd th NOVEMBER 22 -​ 24 …​ …………………………..……………..Thanksgiving Break (No School) ​ ​

th nd JANUARY 8 …​ …..……………………………….……………………………....2 ​ Qtr Prog Report ​ ​

28 th th DECEMBER 25 ​ - January 5 …​ ………………………………………. Winter Vacation (No School) ​ ​ th JANUARY 8 …​ …….………………………………………………………………...Classes Resume ​ th JANUARY 15 …​ .…….…...……………………...Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday (No School) ​ rd FEBRUARY ​ (TBD)………. …………………………………………....Prof Dev Day (No School) ​ ​ th FEBRUARY 19 …​ .…….………….…………………………………...President’s Day (No School) ​ th rd MARCH 9 …​ …….…………………………………………………………...3 ​ Qtr Progress Report ​ ​ th APRIL ​ (TBD)...…………….……………………………………………Prof Dev Day (No School) ​ ​ ​ th APRIL 19 ​ ….……………………………………………………………..Parent Teacher Conference ​ th th MARCH 26 ​ – 30 …​ ……….…………………………………………………………….Spring Break ​ ​ th APRIL 18 ​ ……….…...………………………………………………………………..Classes resume ​ th th MAY 18 …​ …………….………………………………………..……………4 ​ Qtr Progress Report ​ ​ th MAY 29 …​ ….………………………………………………………………………....Memorial Day ​ th JUNE 18 …​ ….………..……………………………………………………...……Last Day of School ​

APPENDIX I Wear of the JROTC Uniform by Cadets Class A Uniform The Class A uniform is generally worn for Wednesday inspections. The Class A uniform consists of the cadet’s ​ ​ name tag, ASU jacket, trousers, gray shirt, black socks, beret, and neck tie/tab. This uniform is worn during ceremonies, social functions, and formal inspections. Class B Uniform The Class B uniform is generally worn on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. The ASU top is not worn with the ​ ​ Class B uniform. Cadets do not have to wear a tie or a neck tab with this uniform unless it has long sleeves. The following are considered appropriate occasions for cadets to wear the Army uniform:

· Leadership laboratory ​ ​ · When attending a military installation to participate in military drill or exercises ​ ​

29 · Military social functions ​ ​ · Parades and similar ceremonies ​ ​ JROTC cadets are prohibited from wearing the ASU uniform in the following situations

· In connection with the furtherance of any political or commercial interests, or when engaged in off-duty ​ ​ civilian employment.

· When participating in public speeches, interviews, picket lines, marches, rallies, or public demonstrations, ​ ​ except as authorized by the CG, USACC.

· When attending any meeting or event that is a function of, or is sponsored by, an extremist organization. ​ ​ · When wearing the uniform would bring discredit upon the Army. ​ ​ · When specifically prohibited by Army regulations. ​ ​ · In connection with any activity that would be considered offensive for the JROTC Program. ​ ​

Uniform Appearance Uniforms must present a neat and clean appearance. Loose strings will be cut from the uniform. No jewelry, watch chains, combs, checkbooks, pens, pencils or similar items will appear exposed on uniforms. The Army uniform will not be mixed with civilian clothing. Bulky items in pockets distract from the uniform. While in uniform, cadets will not place their hands in their pockets except momentarily to place or retrieve items. Headgear is part of the uniform. Cadets are required to wear the authorized gray berets while outdoors or when carrying air/drill rifles or a saber. The gray beret with a distinctive flash is the only beret authorized to be worn with all Cadet Class A/B Uniforms.

Personal Appearance JROTC is a uniformed organization which is judged, in part, by how a cadet wears a prescribed uniform and maintains his/her personal appearance. Therefore, a neat and well-groomed appearance by all cadets is fundamental to JROTC and contributes to building the pride and esprit essential to an effective Corps of Cadets. Hairstyles: Many hairstyles are acceptable, as long as they are neat and conservative. Hair will be neatly ​ ​ groomed. The length and bulk of hair will not be excessive or present a ragged, unkempt, or extreme appearance. Hair will not fall over the eyebrows or extend below the bottom edge of the collar. Lines or designs will not be cut into the hair or scalp. If dyes, tints, or bleaches are used, colors used must be natural to human hair and not present an extreme appearance. Applied hair colors which are prohibited include, but are not limited to, purple, blue, pink, green, orange, bright (fire-engine) red, and fluorescent or neon colors. It is the responsibility of Instructors to use good judgment in determining if applied colors are acceptable, based upon the overall effect on cadet’s appearance. Hairstyles for Males: Sideburns will be neatly trimmed. The base will not be flared and will be a clean-shaven, ​ ​ horizontal line. Sideburns will not extend below the lowest part of the external ear opening. The face will be clean-shaven, except for permitted mustaches. Males are not authorized to wear braids, cornrows, or dreadlocks (unkempt, twisted, matted, individual parts of hair) while in uniform. Hair that is clipped closely or shaved to the scalp is authorized.

30 Hairstyles for Females: Hairstyles will not interfere with proper wearing of military headgear. Hair holding ​ ​ ornaments (barrettes, pins, clips), if used, must be transparent or similar in color to hair, and will be inconspicuously placed. Beads or similar ornamental items are not authorized. Females may wear braids and cornrows as long as the braided style is conservative and the braids and cornrows lie snugly on the head. Hair will not fall over the eyebrows or extend below the bottom edge of the collar at any time during normal activity or when standing in formation. Long hair that falls naturally below the bottom edge of the collar, to include braids, will be neatly and inconspicuously fastened or pinned, so that no free-hanging hair is visible. Fingernails: Cadets will keep fingernails clean and neatly trimmed so as not to interfere with performance of ​ duty. Females may wear polish that is not exaggerated, faddish, or of extreme coloring (such as purple, gold, blue or white) while in uniform. It is the responsibility of Instructors to use good judgment in determining if applied colors are acceptable, based upon the overall effect on the cadet’s appearance. Hygiene and Tattoos: Cadets are expected to maintain good hygiene while in uniform. Tattoos are authorized ​ ​ except in areas of the body which would cause the tattoo to be exposed while in Class A uniform. Tattoos or brands that are extremist, indecent, sexist, or racist are prohibited, regardless of location on the body, as they are prejudicial to good order and discipline within the unit, the school, and the community.

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Uniform Guidelines

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Proper Wear of the Beret

● The beret is worn with the Class A and B Uniforms. ● Edge binding 1 inch above eyebrows and straight across forehead. Center the flash and the stiffener above the left eye. Pull excess material between the top and middle of right ear. ● Hair should not extend below the front bottom edge of the beret.

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APPENDIX 1 (cont.) Merit/Demerit Points Chart

Merit Descriptions Merit Values

High Medium Low

Superior Performance 50

Recruiting a new cadet X

Merit Descriptions Merit Values

High Medium Low

Exceptional Performance 30 20 10

Member of a winning team (1st) X

Cadet of the Year X

Member of a winning team (2nd) X

Cadet of the Quarter X

Member of a winning team (3rd) X

Cadet of the Month X

Superior Cadet X

"A" Honor Roll - Semester X

Perfect Attendance - 1st Semester X

34 Perfect Attendance - 2nd Semester X

Perfect Attendance for Year - Bonus X

"A/B" Honor Roll - Semester X

Merit Descriptions Merit Values

High Medium Low

Standard Performance 5 3 1

Outstanding Performance (Examples: Attending Special Team practice on weekends, participation in competitive events, and exceptional performance of Classroom Leader duties) X

Outstanding Acts of Leadership (Examples: Peer tutoring, Volunteering for school functions, Demonstrating leadership skills in formation) X

Volunteering for Fundraising Activities X

100% on Summative Exam X

Parades and Special Events Participation X

Special Team Practice/Train-Up (Per Day) X

Outstanding Appearance in Formation X

Class Leader (Per Week) X

Classroom/Office Cleaning X

Demerit Descriptions Demerit Values

High Medium Low

Serious Misbehavior 20 15 10

35 Serious Misconduct Student Code of Conduct (SCC) Violations Groups 4-6 X

Disrespect (Teacher or Student-Student) X

Insubordination of faculty/substitute teachers X

Misuse of school property X

Leaving classroom without permission X

Cheating on test/exams/classroom assignments X

Insubordination of student Chain-of-Command X

Demerit Descriptions Demerit Values

High Medium Low

Minor Infractions 5 3 1

Late for formation X

Failure to report for duty/detail X

Unauthorized use of Cell Phone X

Disruptive behavior (Student Code of Conduct groups 1 and 2) X

Major uniform violations (Example - Dirty uniform, grooming standards, not wearing uniform correctly) X

Horse Playing X

Sleeping in class X

Problem with Substitute Teacher X

Minor uniform violations (Ex: Missing belt, non-issued black tie, missing name plate) X

Talking in class X

Tardy for class X

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