MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 2450 S.W. 1ST STREET MIAMI, FL 33125 305-649-9800 7:20 a.m. to 2:20 p.m. www.miamiseniorhigh.org Facebook @miamisenior Twitter @miamiseniorhigh Instagram @mhs_stings 1 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK Miami-Dade County Public Schools The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair Dr. Martin Karp, Vice Chair Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall Ms. Susie V. Castillo Dr. Lawrence S. Feldman Dr. Steve Gallon III Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman Ms. Lubby Navarro Dr. Marta Pérez Ms. Mari Tere Rojas Bryce Febres, Student Advisor Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho Superintendent of Schools Mrs. Valtena G. Brown Deputy Superintendent/Chief Operating Officer, School Operations 2 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK Vision Statement We provide a world class education for every student. Mission Statement To be the preeminent provider of the highest quality education that empowers all students to be productive lifelong learners and responsible global citizens. Values Excellence - We pursue the highest standards in academic achievement and organizational performance. Equity - We foster an environment that serves all students and aspires to eliminate the achievement gap. Student Focus - We foster an environment that serves all students and aspires to eliminate the achievement gap. Innovation - We encourage creativity and adaptability to new ideas and methods that will support and improve student learning. Accountability - We accept responsibility for our successes and challenges and seek to transparently share our work in an ethical manner, as we strive towards continuous improvement. 3 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK 4 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK TABLE OF CONTENTS Message from Principal School’s Mission Statement Alma Mater Faculty Roster Feeder Pattern Schools School Information Bell Schedule Early Sign Out Late Arrival Lost and Found School Policy Important Dates Back to School Nights - Open House Interim Progress Report & Report Card Distribution Academic Programs – Student Progression Plan (SPP) Bring Your Own Devices (BYOD) Clinic Closing of School Dismissal Elevator Emergency Contact Information Fieldtrips Homework Interscholastic Athletics/Intramurals 5 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK Mealtime Environment Free Breakfast Free/Reduced Price Lunch Program Meal Prices PAYPAMS Peanut-Allergies/Peanut-Free School Parent Academy Protocols for Addressing Concerns Recess Safety and Security Code Yellow/Code Red Emergency Operations Plan Fire Drills Visitors School Activities/Clubs School Center for Special Instructions (SCSI) School Class Pictures Process School Transportation Special Education Student Records Student Services Student Success Centers Toolkits Back to School Toolkit Transgender Verification of Residency Volunteer Program 6 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK Appendix A – School Calendars Appendix B – School Board Policies and State Statutes 7 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK Principal’s Message As the oldest high school in Miami-Dade, our history is rich with monumental events, esteemed alumni, and a structure that is listed on the United States Historical Sites. As we charge into the school year, we equip our students with Miami High's legacy and the skills needed to be successful students and future professionals. Our academic institution strives to meet the demands of the 21st century and to empower each and every student with the confidence and knowledge to advance in the global community. I firmly believe that our students deserve a world-class education. Through our partnerships with neighboring colleges and universities, our magnet programs, technical programs, and advanced placement courses, our students have endless opportunities to maximize their time here at our school as they prepare for their futures. Together with our school district, we are ready to afford our students an opportunity to shine brilliantly and rise to the demands of this ever-changing world. Benny Valdes Principal 8 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL School Mission Statement Every student will graduate with a plan that will enable him or her to become a life-long learner and a productive citizen. (Adopted by Educational Excellence School Advisory Council October 13, 2009) Alma Mater Where the royal palms stand proudly Underneath the summer sky, Where the tropic sun shines golden Stands our proud Miami High. Fair blue skies and golden sunshine Lift our colors gold and blue, As we lift our voices singing, Hail Miami High to you! 9 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK Faculty Roster Aguiar, Rafael Garcia, Ernesto Rainelli, Margarita Aguilar, Julio Garcia, Orly Ransom, Clara Albornoz, Vanessa Gonzalez, Pedro Ricknauth, Bhoojraj Anderson-Booher,Wendy GonzalezNichols, Maby Risco, Loretta Armas, Alina GousseTurner,Nathasha Rivera, David Asper, Edward Graham,Leonard Rivera, Javier Avila, Milagros Green, Michael - Rivera, Rafael Baumgarten, Samuel Guerra, Susan Rivero, Jessica Bello, Jose Gurdian, Irma Rivero, Mailicys Belony, Sandra GutierrezCarrasco,Ivette Rivero, Marysol Benavides, Caridad Hampton,David Rodgers, Ashley Bernard, Darrell Hernandez, Guadalupe Rodriguez, Alicia Berrios, Isamara Herrera, Maria Rodriguez, Madison Blanco, Isaura Herrera, Maxima Rodriguez, Marlen Branch, Teresa Herris, Stephanie Rodriguez, Waldo Brborich, Ladislao Hueck, Erick Rosales, Ivan Brown, Stephan Inguanzo, Rosa Ruiz, Abigail CabanzonYanes,Miriam Insignares, Carlos Rulan, Elizabeth Caldevilla,Fabiola Jara, Luis Sabando, Ruben Carreño, Marcus Jimenez, Randy Sanchez, Irving Carvajal, Louis Lee, Sue Sanchez, Jorge Ceballos, Herbert Llabre, Griselda Sanchez, Ofelia Chaine, Juan Lopez, Ivette Sandino, Tamara Cid, Elizabeth Lorenzo, Eddie Sands, Corin Cosculluela, Claudia Marrero, Ivan Selin, Ileana Costa, Mathias Martinez, Adriana Strickland, Leroy Cote, Michelle Mendendez,Alberto Suarez, Francisco Couzo, Aurora Mendez,Francisco Suarez, Max Cuevas, Victor Miranda, Gustavo Tornillo, Timothy De Varona, Ada Miranda, Toribia Torossian, James Delgado Kow, Ada Mojica, Jesus Torossian, Marina Delicata, Christina Monteagudo,Robert Torres, Luis Denight, Shawn Moore,Zenaida Trelles, Lillian Diaz, Andreina Mungia, Melba Turros, Juan Diaz, Idania - 313232 Norhtcut, Deborah Ubiera, Ramona Diaz, Jorge Ortiz, Eduardo Underwood, Joseph Dominguez, Chelinda Padilla, Fernando Urrusuno, Emilio Echeverria, Dayma Pando, Manuel Utrera, Susie 10 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK Enriquez, Haedy Perez, Emerson Vela, Janing Euceda, Jorge Perez, Juan Waters, Martha Fano, Anna Perez, Luis Waugaman, Matthew Fernandez, Michelle Perez, Richard Wilcox, Amber Fertil, Marc Perez, Yanelle Wilson, Javorie Fiallo, Aimee Perlett,Michael Wong, Chienfa Flores, Miguel Peyno,Teri Yoham, Gary - 221588 Floyd, Gregory Pomareda, Jeanett Zamora, Susana Gaitan, Vanessa Prieto,Teresa Zuñiga, Carlos Garcia, Adria Puentes, Vicky Garcia, Barbara Quirch, Rosa 11 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK Feeder Pattern Schools CITRUS GROVE ELEMENTARY KENSINGTON PARK ELEMENTARY SHENANDOAH ELEMENTARY ADA MERRITT K-8 CENTER CORAL WAY K-8 CENTER CITRUS GROVE MIDDLE SHENDANOAH MIDDLE NEW WORLD SCHOOL OF THE ARTS 12 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK School Information Bell Schedule 7:20 – 8:50 Block I 8:55 – 10:35 Block II (Announcements) 10:40 – 12:45 Block III (Lunch) 10:40 – 11:10 First Lunch 12:10 – 12:45 Second Lunch 12:50 – 2:20 Block IV Early Sign Out The early release of students causes disruption to the academic performance of all students and may create safety and security concerns. No students shall be released within the final thirty (30) minutes of the school day unless authorized by the Principal or Principal’s designee (i.e., emergency, sickness). Late Arrival Students who are tardy to school must report to the Attendance Office to secure an admit. Excessive tardies may result in loss of privileges, detention, parent conference, and/or suspension. Lost and Found School Policy Lost and Found is located in the Attendance Office room 1145. Important Dates Back to School Nights – Open House School Level Window Period School Date Elementary/K8 Center September 11-15, 2017 Middle Schools September 18-22, 2017 Senior High September 25-29, 2017 September 26, 2017 Special Centers September 25-29, 2017 13 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK Interim Progress Report & Report Card Distribution Grading Period Interim Progress Report Report Card Distribution Distribution 1 9/22/17 11/13/17 2 12/1/17 2/2/18 3 2/23/18 4/13/18 4 5/4/18 6/22/18 Academic Programs – Student Progression Plan (SPP) Provides guidance to teachers, school and district administrators, parents and other stakeholders regarding the requirements and procedures for students to progress from one grade to the next, kindergarten through grade 12 and adult education. The information presented in this document is derived from requirements set forth by Florida Statues, State Board of Education Rules and Policies established by The School Board of Miami-Dade County. Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Bring Your Own Device allows students, parents, staff and guests to use their own technology during the day to enhance the learning experience. Examples of the types