Metro Tech High School Back-To-School Guide

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•School Calendar •Student Schedule/Tax Credit •Bell Schedules •Parent Orientation •Dress Code •Policies andProcedures •Homework Expectations •Tips on Instruction •Academic Requirements •Opening ofSchool •Message FromthePrincipal Inside: S G chool uide 1

Phoenix Union High School District Mission Statement

Preparing every student for success in college, career, and life.

Metro Tech High School Mission Statement

Preparing every student for success in college, career, and life.

Metro Tech High School Vision Statement

Metro Tech High School will be a Professional Learning Community providing all students with rigorous learning opportunities for academic and career skills thus developing responsible and productive members of society. 2 Metro Message From Tech the Principal High School Home of the Knights Dear Parents/Guardians and Students, 1900 West Thomas Road Welcome to a new school year filled with exciting possibilities and opportunities. We are very proud ofour accomplishments last year and very excited about 2012-2013. Here are some of the specific things that will make this Phoenix, Arizona 85015 new year the best ever! 602-764-8000 www.Metrotechhs.org College-Going Initiatives: We increased the number of AP and Honors classes for our students. Last year our seniors earned over 2.5 million dollars in scholarships. Each year, we send more students to university or community college Metro Tech Office Hours than the year before. Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Rigorous and Meaningful Curriculum: We align our instructional practices to prepare our students for the academic, cognitive, and academic demands of college. Our teachers work together to make sure that teaching and learning reflects Principal’s Office 602-764-8000 the demands of college, career, and life. Principal, Kate McDonald Assistant to the Principal, Diane Venetos Move On When Ready: Due to our participation in the state and national initiative, we can offer the incoming freshmen an opportunity to be graduate-ready at the end of their sophomore year. You can learn more about this opportunity on our Registration Office 602-764-8002 school website http://www.phxhs.k12.az.us/metrotech. Assistant Principal, Martha Sheffield, Ed.D. Senior Office Assistant, Monica Lozano College Knowledge: We establish an early and consistent college vision in our students. For example, we work on their 4 Registrar, Lizeth Garay 602-764-8027 + 4 plans, a blueprint to prepare for continuing their education beyond high school, all through their four years at Metro Tech. We take all our freshman students to ASU for a tour so that they can visualize themselves on a university campus. Attendance Office 602-764-8025 We bring college professors to our campus so our students can experience a college classroom. We administer a college Attendance Clerk, Yajaira Alvarado (Voice Messaging) 602-764-8022 readiness exam, the ACT test, at the 9th, 10th, and 11th grades so that students and teachers can see their progress in college entry tests.

Office of Instruction 602-764-8004 Parent Partnerships: We partner with our parents to help share and shape this vision of college by meeting with them Assistant Principal, Evie Cortés-Pletenik regularly through our counselors to talk about college applications and scholarships. We participate in the American Senior Office Assistant, Bernadette Gasior Dream Academy, which also supports the college-going partnership between the school and the home.

Office of Student Opportunities/ Real-World Experiences: At Metro Tech, we believe that the best educational experiences come through authentic Evening School 602-764-8003 learning that mirrors the world around us. Students can best learn 21st Century skills by engaging in hands-on, project- Assistant Principal, Dennis Gregory based learning experiences. Our exceptional Career and Technical Education programs (CTE) offer a unique opportunity Senior Office Assistant, Ernestina Berumen for our students to experience career and industry expectations.

Dean’s Office 602-764-8001 Advisory: We implemented an Advisory this year to allow our students an opportunity to build connections and Dean of Students, Nikki Powell relationships with their advisor and with the small group of students with whom they will stay for their four years at Office Assistant, Theresa Greene Metro Tech. We strive to ensure that every student has adults and peers they can turn to if they need assistance in any academic, social or emotional way. Counseling Office 602-764-8036 Head Counselor, Maria Enrique 602-764-8045 Academic Excellence: We continue to excel in all the standard indicators. Our AIMS scores consistently out-perform the Senior Office Assistant, TBD district and state averages. Our absence rate, dropout rate, discipline rate and graduation rate are among the best in our district. Our students continue to make us proud! Our staff continues to work collaboratively to SPED Office 602-764-8017 help every student be successful. This year we will add additional support through technology for our struggling students. SPED Facilitator, Sebastian Davis 602-764-8013 SPED Office Assistant, We are pleased and proud that you have chosen Metro Tech, either for the first time or as a returning member of our Connie Rossow, 602-764-8017 community. I know you will be pleased with how hard and how effectively we serve all our students. If you have any questions or concerns now or throughout the year, please do not hesitate to contact me. English Language Learner 602-764-8325 Instructional Leader, Neritza Diaz-Cruz Again, welcome to Metro Tech and thank you for your confidence in choosing us.

Security Office Dispatch 602-764-8032 Sincerely, Lead Security, Johanna Williams Kate McDonald Receptionist/Intrepreter Principal Socorro Rodriguez 602-764-8000

Nurse’s Office 602-764-8021 School Nurse, Colleen Holman 3 Metro Tech Back-to-School Guide Welcome to Metro Tech High School and the 2012-2013 school year. Metro Tech has a lot to offer, and we want all students to take full advantage of all the opportunities available to them. Enclosed in this resource book is important information for you to start school and make this a successful year. This publication is not a comprehensive student handbook, but rather, an overview to address commonly asked questions and highlight student services, activities, dates, procedures and rules which you need to know to start the school year. Please take the time to read the information and feel free to call if there are any questions. Also, be sure to mark your calendars with the important dates. You will receive an official Student Procedures Handbook at the beginning of the school year, which will detail attendance, school rules, and discipline procedures. Thank you for selecting Metro Tech for your high school education. We look forward to a wonderful school year.

Opening of School 2012-2013

student ids FRESHMAN first day of school Students are expected to come to Metro Tech PARENT/STUDENT The first day of school is August 6th. On High School to get their 2012-2013 student ORIENTATION that first day ONLY, we will change the day’s ID’s according to the following schedule: schedule so that the advisory period is the first Saturday, August 4, 2012 period of the day. Returning students are to Juniors/Seniors: 8:00 – 12:00 p.m. report to their previous year’s advisory class Tuesday, July 24 Students Meet in Gymnasium to pick up their official blue schedule and meet with their advisory teachers. Freshmen 8:00 am - 12:00 pm students will be notified of their advisory teacher at freshman orientation on August Freshman/Sophomores: 4th and will report to the advisory teacher as Wednesday, July 25 well. Returning students who want to view their schedule prior to the first day of school 8:00 am -12:00 pm are encouraged to access Student Vue on the school website using their student access Make-Up Day: code and ID. Thursday, July 26 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Students will also be able to do the following during these times:

• Order their 2012-2013 yearbooks • Apply for free or reduced lunch and bus pass • Pay bookstore fees • Pick up bus schedules

Immunizations Arizona State Law requires that verifiable the parent/guardian. Free immunizations can Compliance with the law is essential for your immunization records be on file in the nurse’s also be obtained at the Maricopa County Health child to be admitted or readmitted to Metro office at all schools. If you are not sure that Center located in the Grunow Building at 926 Tech High School during the 2012-2013 your student is up-to-date on immunizations, E. McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85006. The school year. please come by the nurse’s office after August telephone number to find other locations for 6, from 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. immunizations given by the Maricopa County Immunizations may be provided free of Health Center is 602-263-8856 (English and charge in the Metro Tech High School Health Spanish). Immunizations may also be obtained Center, if necessary, with written consent from from any other additional site of your choice. 4 Academic Requirements

Subjects Current High School Selective University Highly Selective Graduation Requirements Entrance Requirements University Requirements Highly Selective English 4 Years 4 Years 4 Years Math 4 Years 4 Years 4 Years Social Studies 3 Years 2 Years 3-4 Years World History World History US History American History US Gov./Econ. US Gov./Econ. Lab Science 3 Years 3 or 4 Years 4 Years Biology Biology And 1 year of one of the Physics following: Chemistry Physical Science Human Anato- Chemistry my Physics Anatomy & Physiology Earth & Space Environmental Science World Language 2 Years 2 Years A minimum of 2 years. PUHSD recommends a Same World Language More is recommended. minimum of 2 years. both years. Fine or 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year Practical Arts Any combination: Art Fine or Practical Arts Drama Music Health .5 credits Electives 6.5 credits Total 22 CREDITS We strongly encourage students to research the entrance requirements for the college or university of their choice. The counselors will assist you with the college registration process.

Honors: Honors classes are designed for students who wish to be academically challenged.

AP: Advanced Placement classes are rigorous in nature and are closely directed by College Board. Students enrolled in an AP course are required to take the Advanced Placement exams at the end of the year. Colleges may assign credit and/or waive lower division course work for exam scores of 4 and 5 on a five point scale (at times, a score of 3 might also be accepted).

Dual Enrollment: These highly challenging academic and CTE courses provide students with the opportunity to receive both high school and college credit at the same time. Students must meet all requirements set forth by both academic institutions. Students must pass the ACCUPLACER test to qualify for a dual enrollment course.

For more information on any of these rigorous academic programs, contact the Counseling Office at (602) 764-8036. 5 Parent Tips on Instruction The education of your student requires a partnership between the school and the home. This portion of the guide is intended to help you and your student familiarize yourselves with some key academic documents that will ensure your success at Metro Tech High School. Next to each section, you will see a suggestion for parents. We strongly encourage you to be active in your student’s education by supporting us in the implementation of these suggestions. Together, we can help your student be academically successful during their high school years. Contact the Assistant Principal for Instruction at (602) 764-8007 for additional academic questions. ParentVue Now, it is easier than ever to stay connected with ParentVue! ParentVue, is an online location to check on student progress and attendance and is now available to District parents and guardians. From this site, parents can use a campus-supplied login to view class assignments, check student attendance history, read electronic messages from the campus, and email teachers. Incoming freshmen will receive logins and passwords at the beginning of the school year. To access ParentVue, visit the Metro Tech website at www.metrotechhs.org, click on “ParentVue access”, and log on using your District-issued Login ID and password.

PLAN FOR SUCCESS Your student will receive a Plan for Success for each class during the Parent Suggestion: We strongly encourage you to take the time during first week of school. The Plan for Success is an important document the first week of school to review these documents and discuss them with that provides essential information about the course. In this document, your student. It is imperative for the academic success of your student you will find a course description; the core academic requirements that he/she clearly understands what is expected for each of their courses. for mastering the State and District standards, skills and concepts; the We suggest you keep the Plan for Success for each course in a safe place grading process the teacher will use to report the students’ progress; where you can periodically review them with your student to ensure he/ and the teacher’s classroom policies expectations and procedures on she is on target and is fulfilling the expectedrequirements for each course. class work, homework, make-up work, quizzes, tests, exams, absences and tardies. To view your student’s Plan for Success for each class, visit the Metro Tech website at www.metrotechhs.org, click on “ParentVue access”, and log on using your District-issued Login ID and password.

PROGRESS REPORTS

The teachers use this formal report to inform you of the academic Parent Suggestion: Ask your student to share these progress reports with progress your student is making in mastering State and District you. Keep track of your student’s academic performance. If you notice Standards. You can expect to receive a areas of concerns, immediately contact your student’s teacher. Know what progress report in the mail 3 weeks into the progress report codes mean. the course. However, many teachers do provide weekly progress reports to their To view your student’s weekly progress for each class, visit the Metro Tech website students. Career and Technical Education at www.metrotechhs.org, click on “ParentVue access”, and log on using your District-issued Login ID and password. classes only issue nine-week term grades. * Excellent Progress * Please contact Teacher / Counselor * Shows Definite Improvement * Absences / Tardies Affect Grades * Shows Strong Aptitute for * Not Performing Well on Tests subject Matter * Behavior Interferes With Learning * Shows Leadership/Is a Role * Little / No Class Participation Model to Others * Does Not Come Prepared for Class * Always Prepared for Class * Assignments or Projects Incomplete/Not Submitted * Is Respectful and Polite * Did Not Participate in a Required Performance * Is Making Satisfactory Progress * In Danger of Failing * Nice Having Your Student in Class * Would Benefit from Attending Tutoring

REPORT CARDS

Report cards are issued by mail at the end of each term and at the end Parent Suggestion: Review and discuss your student’s academic progress. of each semester. If you notice a letter grade lower than a “C,” contact the teacher immediately.

To view your student’s weekly grades for each class, visit the Metro Tech website at www.metrotechhs.org, click on “ParentVue access,” and log on using your District-issued Login ID and password. Parent Tips on Instruction 6 Continued

STUDENT PLANNER

Each Metro Tech High School student will be given a student planner. Parent Suggestion: We ask parents to review their students’ planner Students are required to have their planners on the first day of school. each weekend, and help their student develop a time management The planner will help your student(s) stay organized in each class. plan that will guarantee their student will meet their academic It is our expectation each student will use the planner every day in obligations for the week. class throughout the entire year to keep track of the due dates for homework assignments, projects, quizzes, tests, exams and other To view your student’s daily or important information. Reviewing the planner informs the parent of missing assignments, visit the the work the student must complete each day. Parents should make Metro Tech website at sure the work assigned is completed on a daily basis to avoid falling www.metrotechhs.org, behind in class. The planner should always be filled in by the student. click on “ParentVue” access, If your child has an empty planner, contact the teacher immediately. and log on using your District-issued Login Your student may be falling behind. ID and password.

FRESHMEN/SOPHOMORE METRO ACADEMIC SUPPORT CENTER (MASC)

When the weekly grade of any student enrolled in one of the freshmen/ Parent Suggestion: Monitor your student’s weekly academic sophomore level classes falls below a “C,” the student will be required progress. If you notice he/she has below a“C,” make sure he/she is to attend a mandatory lunch time tutoring from 11:30 am -12:00 pm attending the tutoring center. For more information, contact your in the Metro Academic Support Center, known as MASC. When a student’s counselor or log on to “ParentVue.” “C” or better is achieved, the student will be given the privilege of a 50-minute lunch. Students below grade level will be required to use the on-line tutoring program on their own time.

TARDY PROCEDURES (MART)

Students must arrive on time to every class, every day. Students Parent Suggestion: Ask your student about MART. Make sure who are not in class when the late bell rings will be considered tardy. he/she understands the purpose for attending MART and the Because we value every minute of instructional time, we will require administration’s expectations for him/her while in MART. any student who is late to recover lost instructional time. We call this time, MART (Metro’s Academic Recovery Time). Discuss with your student the importance of being on-time. Help her/him understand that being prompt is a life-long skill, and one • If a student is tardy to a morning class, the student must serve a that will determine success in future years. 30-minute MART session in the Lecture Hall or Room 2083 at the end of period 3, on the same day. Periodically contact the Registration Office to make sure your student is arriving to school and to class on-time. If you discover • If a student is tardy to an afternoon class, the student must serve a a tardy problem, develop a plan of action with your student. If you 30-minute MART session in the Lecture Hall or Room 2083 at the discover your student arrives to class on a regular basis, praise end of period 7, on the same day. your student for it. Praising the student for arriving on-time will reinforce their good • Students must bring instructional materials to work on during the habits. MART session. To review your student’s daily attendance • Students who do not show up for lunchtime or after-school MART and tardies, visit the Metro Tech website may be assigned additional days or Saturday School, which is from at www.metrotechhs.org, click on 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. “ParentVue” access, and log on using your District-issued Login ID and password. If you do not have a password, please contact our registration office at (602) 764-8026. 7 Parent Tips on Instruction Continued

EVENING SCHOOL

Metro Tech Evening School has a six-week program, which meets There are six sessions offered throughout the 2012-2013 school year. Monday through Thursday, for all students currently enrolled at Any students who are interested in taking advantage of the evening Metro Tech High School and potentially credit-deficit for graduation. school program to recover credits for graduation may contact their Evening school runs classes in two blocks, 2:15 - 4:20 (9 weeks) and counselors for further information. 4:30 - 7:35 p.m. (6 weeks). Students enrolled in the program may Parent Suggestion: If your child has fallen behind, seek other carry a maximyum load of two classes per session. All evening school instructional opportunities such as Evening School. Metro Tech offers classes carry the regular high school credit of 0.5. The evening school Credit Recovery Distributed Learning (CRDL) as an option for students program currently offers courses in English, Mathmatics, Social who are behind/deficient in credits in Math, English, Social Studies Studies, Science, and Childcare. Metro Tech offers Credit Recovery and Science. These courses are primarily web-based and open entry/ Distributed Learning (CRDL) as an option for students who are be- open exit. hind/deficient in credits in Math, English, Social Studies and Science. These courses are primarily web-based and open entry/open exit.

TESTING Test taking is a critical part of today’s education. Your student will be tested to measure mastery of the standards learned in each Parent Suggestion: The best way to help your student be prepared for course. These District-wide Criterion-Reference Tests (CRTs) these important tests is to make sure they have perfect attendance and are administered at the end of each semester as Final Exams (Fall take advantage of every opportunity for tutoring, prep classes, summer Semester: December 19-20, 2012 and Spring Semester: May 21-22, school and Saturday School. Parents will receive AIMS test results 2013). In addition, students will take the high school AIMS exams in in the mail and should continuously monitor their academic progress. writing, reading, mathematics and science beginning as 10th graders in February. Juniors and seniors who have not passed AIMS can re- AIMS Test Dates (Grades 11-12) take exams in the Fall (October 23, 24 and 25). Passage of AIMS Tuesday, October 23 - AIMS Writing Exam is required to graduate high school. Wednesday, October 24 - AIMS Reading Exam Thursday, October 25 - AIMS Mathematics Exam AIMS Test Dates (Grades 10-12) Monday, February 25 - AIMS Writing Exam Tuesday, February 26 - AIMS Reading Exam Tuesday, April 9 - AIMS Mathematics Exam Wednesday, April 10 - AIMS Science Exam Stanford 10 Test (Grade 9) (TBD) ACT Test Date (Grade 11) Tuesday, April 23, 2013

parent-teacher communication Communication between parents and teachers is a key to monitoring your student’s progress. We encourage you to e-mail or phone your Parent Suggestion: Take advantage of opportunities to meet your student’s teachers for academic updates, questions or concerns. student’s teachers personally and communicate with them regularly. E-mail is the most effective way our teachers can detail student Also, keep tabs on your child’s assignments, homework and exam progress. dates. Become familiar with campus and district resources to make your child’s educational experience a productive and positive one. For a complete listing of teachers, visit the Metro Tech website at www.metrotechhs. org, click on “ParentVue” access, and log on using your District-issued Login ID and password. 8 Faculty Email Addresses

9 Faculty Email Addresses

Mallas, Alexandra [email protected] Schilling, Ronald [email protected] Mallich, Jenny [email protected] Schwartz, John [email protected] Matecki, Grace [email protected] Sharon, Thomas [email protected] McDonald, Kate [email protected] Sheffield, Martha [email protected] McMahon, Mike [email protected] Sheldon, Donald [email protected] Medina, Dina [email protected] Singh, Raj [email protected] Melian, David [email protected] Slezak, Jim [email protected] Mendoza, Frank [email protected] Snyder, John [email protected] Mihaleva, Galina [email protected] Spiak, Dawn` [email protected] Miller, Dan [email protected] Strong, Erin [email protected] Mogro, Monique [email protected] Suchocki, Susan [email protected] Monson, Dane [email protected] Tessema, Taddesse [email protected] Montiel, Manuel [email protected] Thelen, Ilene [email protected] Newson, Stephanie [email protected] Throop, Mary [email protected] Nix, Sarah [email protected] Tucker, Liz [email protected] O’Dowd, Deborah [email protected] Tyler, Brian [email protected] Odumosu, Fumi [email protected] Villa, Dora [email protected] Padilla, Kim [email protected] Viquesney, Craig [email protected] Palmer, William [email protected] Warner, Sandra [email protected] Pantel, Connie [email protected] Weiner, Sue [email protected] Parra, Erika [email protected] Welch, Diane [email protected] Peckman, Dana [email protected] Wilberscheid, Dean [email protected] Percell, Lily [email protected] Piazza-Palotto, Maria [email protected] Pletenik, Evie [email protected] Powell, Nikki [email protected] Prettyman, Aleta [email protected] Quigg, Thomas [email protected] Rada, Martha [email protected] Rogowski, Roger [email protected] Roman, Roberta [email protected] Salem, James [email protected] Schapler, Rick [email protected] 10 Metro Tech Teachers’ Homework Expectations Students are expected to complete their homework every night. Monitor your student’s required assignment via ParentLink.

Class Homework Assignment When English 1, 2, 3 and 4 Read 30 minutes. Write thoughts in Monday-Friday their reading journals. Any unfinished class work must be completed for homework. Art Sketch 60 minutes a week in Monday-Friday sketchbook Must be submitted every Friday during the bell work Read 180 Read 30 minutes a day. Write thoughts Monday-Thursday in their reading journals. Any unfinished class work must be completed for homework. Social Studies Students will be given homework pe- Monday-Friday riodically. In addition, extra readings and any unfinished class work must be completed as homework to meet due dates. Math Complete identified math problems on Monday-Friday Assignment Page. Science Any unfinished classwork assignments Monday-Thursday must be completed for homework on the same day. World Language Students are required to practice the Monday-Thursday language for 15 minutes a day. Areas to practice include, but are not limited to, speaking, signing, vocabulary, or conjugation of verbs.

To monitor your student’s required assignments, visit the Metro Tech website at www.metrotechhs.org, click on “ParentVue access,” and log on using your District-issued Login ID and password.

Note: Students enrolled in an English and Reading class may count his/her required 30 minutes of reading for both classes.

11 Policies and Procedures “What Ever It Takes” “Whatever It Takes” is Metro Tech’s philosophy when it comes to ensuring that students are successful. It starts with high expectations and a commitment from students to complete their homework, attend school regularly and achieve grades of “C” and above. When the weekly grade of any student enrolled in one of the freshmen and sophomore level classes falls below a “C,” the student will be required to attend our mandatory lunch time tutoring (11:30 a.m.- Metro Tech 12:00 p.m.) located in the Metro Academic Support Center, known as MASC (Room 9016). When a “C” or better is achieved, you will be given the privilege of a 50 minute lunch. We provide tutoring for students who are having difficulty with assignments or concepts. Lunch time tutoring opportunities are available Monday-Friday to any student whose grade falls below a “C” in any class. Students should speak to their teachers for before and after-school tutoring. Students who are below grade-level, are expected to access our on-line tutoring programs and work on their area of deficiency on their own-time. Our teaching staff will seek the input of students to determine how they learn best, and they will use strategies to help them better understand. We ask parents to call or email teachers and counselors often as a way to monitor their student’s progress. Parents should also ensure their student is completing their homework on a nightly basis. Our on-line, ParentVue, is another vehicle to use to monitor your student’s progress. We promise to respond to your phone calls and e-mails within 24 hours. Our number one priority is to have our students succeed, and we will do “whatever it takes” to fulfill that commitment.

ATTENDANCE PROCEDURES D. Consequences for 12 or more f. If dropped from the class(es), Parents will receive a copy of the Metro Tech absences every effort will be made to absence and tardy policy prior to the beginning a. Attendance hearing to determine consolidate the student’s of the 2012-2013 school year. Teachers will student’s status in the class. Student schedule review the Metro Tech attendance policy with may be dropped from class or g. The teacher of the class that is to classes, pending attendance be dropped must approve the all students during the first week of school. hearing. appeal to reinstate the student. Attendance is critical for your student’s academic success. Please review the following attendance E. Appeal process State Compulsory Education Law (students procedure. a. Parents/Students may appeal under the age of 16): No students who are subject administrative action dealing with A. Communication to the Home to jurisdiction of the State Compulsory Law dropping student from class or a. The school attendance phone under sixteen (16) years of age will be dropped classes due to violation of system will call home and leave a for nonattendance. Students with excessive attendance policy. message informing parents of the absences will be referred to the Maricopa b. Parents must appeal in writing student absence. Juvenile Court after all school interventions have within five (5) school days of receipt b. A conference with the student, been exhausted. Administration will review the of a drop notice. parent and counselor will be student’s academic, discipline and attendance c. The appeal hearing will be scheduled to review the students performance prior to referring the student to the conducted within 9 school days of academic and attendance Maricopa Juvenile Court. receipt of the written parent request. performance, prior to the 10th d. Pending the outcome of the appeal, absence. PLEASE NOTE: student will be allowed to remain in B. Consequences for continued absences The Arizona Department of Education requires class(es) with no further absences (3 - 6 Excused or Unexcused) that any student who has ten consecutive allowed during the appeal process. a. Saturday School absences be dropped from all classes. e. Student grades and discipline will be C. Consequences for excessive absences addressed and considered as part of (8 – 12 Excused or Unexcused) the outcome of the a. Saturday School for the remainder hearing. of the semester Policies and Procedures 12 Continued

ABSENCES by the teacher and the Assistant Principal for and Discipline Procedures are detailed in this Registration. Please note the CTE nine week book. Both parent and student must sign and Attendance is semester: return specific policy acknowledgment forms critical for success and waivers. Students and parents should in school. Each familiarize themselves with this handbook. student should attend STUDENT RECORDS school every day. School record information may only be given Please make doctor’s to a custodial parent or guardian. In all other appointments, etc. situations, the parent must be advised of during half-days or anyonetrying to reach the student for any reason. Student Identification outside of the normal school day whenever possible. Parents/ If the parent or guardian Student safety is important. At Metro Tech, Guardians are required to notify the school is not always accessible all students are required to have their Metro within twenty-four (24) hours of the absence. by phone or is sometimes Tech ID and lanyard visible at all times while If your child is going to be absent, please out of town, it is wise on campus. contact Registration/Attendance Clerk @ to establish a second 602-764-8022, or you can leave a message guardian so that we will An ID and lanyard will be provided FREE on on our attendance line @ 602-764-8023. The always have someone to 7/24/12 for Juniors/Seniors and on 7/25/12 for attendance line is closely monitored throughout contact in case of an emergency. V Freshmen/Sophomores from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 the school day. Parents/ Guardians may also p.m. ID re-takes and replacements are $5.00. send written notification regarding the absence upon the student’s return to school. The note Student R VISITORS should be submitted to the Registration Office, and the absence will be coded as excused or According to school policy, only visitors who unexcused, depending on the reason for the have legitimate school business will be absence. Every effort will be made to contact allowed on campus. Visitors must report to the parents when a student is absent from class. the Administration Office to obtain a visitor’s STUDENT Regular attendance to school is necessary for pass. It is best to call ahead and schedule an students to be successful in classes. Excessive appointment with the individual with whom absences from any class may result in the loss you wish to meet to ensure his/her availability. of credit or the student may be dropped from It is Metro Tech’s policy not to interrupt class the class. to give messages to students, nor to pull them out of class. ABSENCES FOR CTE CLASS (JUNIOR AND SENIOR STUDENTS) All 11th and 12th grade students must be enrolled in a Career and Technical Education program. STUDENT PROCEDURES The CTE classes are taught in 180 minute block HANDBOOK of time. Each class session is equivalent to two During the first periods. Students that continually accumulate week of school, all five (5) absences for every nine (9) week students will receive semester will be dropped from CTE classes and a Student Procedures can only be re-enrolled if approved by the CTE Handbook that teacher. Pending the results of the hearing, covers student rights the student may be dropped from the class. and responsibilities. Approval to return to class will be granted School Policies, Rules of Conduct, Attendance, 13 Policies and Procedures Continued ELL PHONES/MP3 PLAYERSI CELL PHONES/MP3 PLAYERS Registration Office to request permission for for the free/reduced lunch program must I-PODS, etc. students to leave campus. Students will not be complete their on-line allowed to leave campus without the permission completed application The school does not authorize the use of any of a parent or guardian who is listed in our student prior to the first day electronic devices on campus including, but not information system and who shows ID. of school, August 6. limited to, the following: cell phones, MP3’s, Parents also have a an I-Pods, etc. all LUNCH option of pre-paying electronic devices Parents may apply for free or reduced lunch for their student’s shall not be seen nor on-line at www. phoenixunion.org . Select lunch. Lunch is served heard. A cell phone Metro Tech from the drop-down menu. Locate daily for a cost $1.25. must be turned services from the menu and select “Apply for Students may also purchase a la carte food items off. Cell Phones Free and Reduced lunch.” Incoming freshmen from our student-operated fast food restaurant, may be used only and upper-classmen interested in applying M.T. Knights. For more information, please during lunchtime inquire in the Administration Office. (or emergency only) in the administration building. Student DRESS CODE - HEAD TO TOE Metro Tech High School’s dress code is strictly enforced. headphones are not to be worn or used in the Here are some parameters: classroom. Any electronic device will be confiscated if used inappropriately. HEAD FEET • Hats may • Safe and appropriate footwear is be worn required. CLOSED CAMPUS outdoors • No house shoes/slippers; no pajamas Metro Tech High School is a closed campus. only. Students are not allowed to leave campus during • Other hair fabrics/accessories/messages the school day, except in cases of exceptional coverings, such as bandanas, doo rags, • C l o t h i n g m u s t b e m a d e o f s o l i d f a b r i c ; circumstances. Any student needing to leave hair nets, swim caps, etc. are not no see-through or mesh materials. due to a medical or legal appointment must permitted at any time. • Clothing/accessories must not depict have a parent or guardian who is listed in our obscene words/pictures, sexually student information system with IP to come in TORSO AND LEGS suggestive statements/pictures, or and sign him/her out. For students’ safety, no • Immodest or indecent attire is not alcohol/drugs/tobacco. phone calls or notes will be accepted. acceptable. • Clothing/accessories that encourage • Clothing must cover the torso (i.e., or promote gang affiliation (i.e. 602, STUDENTS WHO ARE ILL stomach, sides, shoulders and back). Phx, 13, etc.) or the intimidation of others Metro Tech provides the • Undergarments, bra straps, boxer shorts, are not permitted. services of a registered etc. must be covered at all times. • Clothing/ nurse. Students who are ill • Blouses and shirts cannot have accessories must go to the nurse, who narrow shoulder straps (all straps with spikes, will call the parent/guardian must be at least as wide as the ID card). chains, to come for the student if he/ • Tight clothing that is considered safety pins, she is ill enough to be sent home. All students inappropriate is not permitted. etc., are not must show an ID and have an updated emergency • Skirts, dresses and shorts must be at permitted. release form on file to be seen by the nurse. least mid-thigh in length or longer. • Pants, shorts, etc., must be worn at or The Administration has the authority to Emergency above the top of the hipbone. determine what is acceptable dress and OFF CAMPUS PASSES • Leggings should not be sheer or lace (No reserves the right to modify the dress The parent or legal guardian must come to the see through fabric) expectations as needed. METRO TECH BELL SCHEDULES 16 2012-2013 PUHSD LATE START HALF DAY 30- Minute Classes 25-Minute Classes

7:00 a.m. – 7:25 a.m. Period 0 9:25 a.m. – 9:55 a.m. Period 0 8:00 a.m. – 8:25 a.m. Period 1 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Period 1 10:35 a.m. – 11:05 a.m. Period 2 8:30 a.m. – 8:55 a.m. Period 2 11:10 a.m. – 11:40 a.m. Period 3 9:00 a.m. – 9:25 a.m. Period 3 11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Period 4 9:30 a.m. – 9:55 a.m. Period 4 12:20 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Lunch 10:00 a.m. – 10:25 a.m. Per 5/Advisory 1:05 p.m. – 1:35 p.m. Per 5/Advisory 10:30 a.m. – 10:55 a.m. Period 6 1:40 p.m. – 2:10 p.m. Period 6 11:00 a.m. – 11:25 a.m. Period 7 2:15 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. Period 7 11:30 a.m. – 11:55 a.m. Period 8 2:50 p.m. – 3:20 p.m. Period 8 Regular CTE (9wks) Regular CTE (9wks) AM - Period 20 PM - Period 21 AM - Period 20 PM - Period 21 9:25 – 11:05 1:40 -- 3:20 8:00 – 8:55 10:30 -- 11:25

Culinary Arts CTE (9wks) NO DUALS AM - Period 22 PM - Period 23 11:10 -- 12:40 12:40 -- 2:10 Culinary Arts CTE (9wks) AM - Period 22 PM - Period 23 Cosmetology CTE (6wks) - Period 24 9:00 -- 9:55 10:00 -- 10:55 Tue-Fri 12:40 – 5:30 Sat. 8:00 – 5:00 NO DUALS SPED Vocational (9wks) Cosmetology CTE (6wks) - Period 24 Tue-Fri 12:00 – 5:30 AM - Period 25 PM - Period 26 Sat. 8:00 – 5:00 10:00 -- 11:40 12:30-2:10 SPED Vocational (9wks) Full Day SPED Vocational - Period 1-6 AM - Period 25 PM - Period 26 10:35 – 2:10 NO DUALS NO DUALS Evening School M-Th Full Day SPED Vocational - Period 1-6 2:15 p.m. - 4:20 p.m. Period 12 (9wks) 8:00 – 10:55 4:30 p.m. - 7:35 p.m. Period 13 (6wks) 4:30 p.m. - 6:40 p.m. Period 14 CTE ESO (9wks) No Duals

Late Start Days Half Days: 8/22; 9/19; 10/17; 11/14; 10/5; 12/19; 12/20; 3/15; 5/21; 5/22 12/12; 1/23; 2/13; 3/27

24-Hour Attendance Hotline: To report absences, call 602-764-8026 ABSENCES must be reported within 24 hours for the absence to be excused. Also, remember to check absences on the ParentVue site: https://parentvue.phxhs.k12.az.us.

Please note the dates when we have a half day or a shortened schedule. Please try to make any appointments on these days so that we are not interfering with instruction. Thank you. 17 Student Schedule Student’s Name______ParentVue ID ______Password______Student ID Number______Counselor’s Name______

First Semester Period Subject Teacher Room 1 2 3 4 5 ADVISORY LUNCH 6 7 8

Second Semester Period Subject Teacher Room 1 2 3 4 5 ADVISORY LUNCH 6 7 8

Tax Credit

Parents and other individuals can receive a full tax credit of up to $400 (per couple) by donating to an eligible club or organization. For more information, contact Dennis Gregory at (602) 764-8006, Assistant Principal for Student Opportunities

Name:______Social Security Number:______Address:______Metro Tech

Amount of Donation $______(up to $200* or $250* if married filing jointly) School to Receive Donation: Metro Tech High School High School Program(s) to Receive Donation: ______Make checks payable to Metro Tech High School. Tax Credit Return this form and check to the Metro Tech High School bookstore

Tax credit donations must be delivered or postmarked by December 31. *The tax credit can be claimed on personal income tax returns only. Contributions from businesses are welcome. Such contributions are deductible, but cannot be used to claim a tax credit. Metro Tech High School 18 2012-2013 School Calendar First Semester - 2012

Tuesday - Friday July 31 – August 3 Teacher In-service Saturday August 4 Freshmen Parent/Student Orientation Monday August 6 Classes Begin Monday September 3 *Labor Day Thursday September 20 Parent Institute Friday October 5 End of First Term Monday - Friday October 8 -12 **Fall Recess Tuesday October 23 AIMS Writing Exam (11th & 12th/Retakers Only) Wednesday October 24 AIMS Reading Exam (11th & 12th/Retakers Only) Thursday October 25 AIMS Math Exam (11th & 12th/Retakers Only) Thursday November 8 Parent Institute Thursday November 12 *Veteran’s Day Recess Thursday November 22 *Thanksgiving Day Friday November 23 *Thanksgiving Recess Wednesday - Thursday December 19-20 Semester Exams Friday December 21 Report Preparation - No Classes Friday December 21 End of Second Term/First Semester

Second Semester - 2013

Monday - Friday December 24 – January 4 *Winter Recess Monday January 7 Classes Begin Thursday January 17 Parent Institute Monday January 21 *MLK/Civil Right’s Day Thursday February 12 Parent Institute Monday February 18 *President’s Day Monday February 25 AIMS Writing Exam-All 10th (11 &12th Retakers) Tuesday February 26 AIMS Reading Exam-All 10th (11 &12th Retakers) Friday March 15 End of Third Term Monday - Friday March 18 - 21 *Spring Recess Friday April 1 *César Chávez Day Tuesday April 9 AIMS Math Exam (All 10th & 11th & 12th Retakers) Wednesday April 10 AIMS Science (All 10th & 11th & 12th Retakers) TBD ACT / Stanford 10 (11th Grade Only) Friday May 17 Senior Exams Tuesday - Wednesday May 21-22 Semester Exams Wednesday May 22 Last Day of Classes Thursday May 23 Graduation Day Thursday - Friday May 23 - 24 Report Preparation - No Classes

* Student and all employees off **Students, 9, 9 1/2, and appropriate 10 month employees