MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT’S UNIVERSAL 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 DISTRICT’S UNIVERSAL 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. Lubby Navarro Dr. Marta Pérez Ms. Mari Tere Rojas Christopher Badillo, Student Advisor SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho SCHOOL OPERATIONS Mrs. Valtena G. Brown Deputy Superintendent/Chief Operating Officer 2 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT’S UNIVERSAL 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 singularly focus on meeting our students’ needs and supporting them in fulfilling their potential. 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 DISTRICT’S UNIVERSAL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK 4 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT’S UNIVERSAL 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 (as applicable) • Interim Progress Report & Report Card Distribution Academic Programs – Student Progression Plan (SPP) Bring Your Own Devices (BYOD) Clinic Closing of School Cyberbullying Discrimination/Harassment Dismissal • Bicycles/Skateboards (as applicable) • Rainy Day Dismissal (as applicable) • Students Drop-Off Pick-up (as applicable) 5 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT’S UNIVERSAL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK Early Dismissal Elevator Emergency Contact Information Fieldtrips Homework Interscholastic Athletics/Intramurals Mealtime Environment • Free Breakfast • Free/Reduced Price Lunch Program • Meal Prices • PAYPAMS • Peanut-Allergies/Peanut-Free School Mental Health Services Parent Toolkits • Back to School Toolkit Protocols for Addressing Concerns Public-Private Collaboration Recess Safety and Security • Emergency Operations Plan • Fire Drills • Lockdown Procedures • Threat Assessments • Visitors School Activities/Clubs 6 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT’S UNIVERSAL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK School Center for Special Instructions (SCSI) (as applicable) School Class Pictures Process School Transportation Special Education/Section 504 Student Records Student Services Student Success Centers The Parent Academy Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming Students Verification of Residency Volunteer Program Appendix A - School Calendars Appendix B – Florida Statutes and School Board Policies Appendix C – Disclosure at Time of Registration Appendix D – Discrimination/Harassment Poster 7 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT’S UNIVERSAL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK Message from the Principal Welcome to the Home of the Stingarees, Miami Senior High School is an “A” school nestled in the heart of Miami; we are the oldest high school in Miami-Dade. Our history is rich with esteemed alumni, traditions and it is listed on the United States Historical Site Registry. For many decades, Miami Senior High School has been at the forefront of excellence in both academics and athletic programs. The recognitions have been imprinted in our school District, State and National Archives. At Miami Senior High, we live by the words Non Verbis, Sed Operis, Not by words, by deeds. Our expectations are for our students to become global citizens and become active members of their communities. Miami Senior High strives to meet the demands of the 21st century and to empower each 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, advanced placement and dual enrollment 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. I look forward to having a great school year and for all of you to become part of our Stingaree family. Sincerely, Benny Valdes Principal 8 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT’S UNIVERSAL 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 DISTRICT’S UNIVERSAL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK Faculty Roster Aguiar, Rafael Garcia, Ernesto Puentes, Vicky Aguilar, Julio Garcia, Orly Quirch, Rosa Amoretti, Tamara Garcia, Yesenia Ransom, Clara Anderson-Booher, Wendy Gonzalez, Pedro Ricknauth, Bhoojraj Arias, Raquel Gottlieb, Isis Risco, Loretta Armas, Alina GousseTurner, Nathasha Rivera, David Augustin, Guy Graham, Leonard Rivera, Javier Avila, Milagros Green, Michael Rivera, Rafael Baumgarten, Samuel Guerra, Susan Rivero, Jessica Bello, Jose Guerrero, Josue Rivero, Mailicys Belony, Sandra Gurdian, Irma Rivero, Marysol Benavides, Caridad Gutierrez-Carrasco, Ivette Rodgers, Ashley Bernard, Darrell Hampton, David Rodriguez, Alicia Berrios, Isamara Hernandez, Guadalupe Rodriguez, Madison Bonilla, Edwin Herrera, Maria Rodriguez, Marlen Bramer, Alexandra Herrera, Maxima Rodriguez, Waldo Branch, Teresa Herris, Stephanie Rosales, Ivan Brborich, Ladislao Hueck, Erick Ruiz, Abigail Brown, Stephan Huezo, Frank Rulan, Elizabeth CabanzonYanes, Miriam Ibarra, Estrella Sabando, Ruben Caldevilla, Fabiola Inguanzo, Rosa Sanchez, Irving Campos, Dennis Jara, Luis Sanchez, Jorge Carreño, Marcus Jimenez, Randy Sanchez, Ofelia Ceballos, Herbert Lee, Sue Sands, Corin Chaine, Juan Llabre, Griselda Selin, Ileana Cid, Elizabeth Lamas, Aurora Strickland, Leroy Faculty Roster 10 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT’S UNIVERSAL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK Coria, Shasmir Lopez, Ivette Suarez, Francisco Cosculluela, Claudia Marrero, Ivan Suarez, Max Costa, Mathias Mendez, Francisco Tornillo, Timothy Couzo, Aurora Miranda, Gustavo Torossian, James Cuevas, Victor Miranda, Toribia Torossian, Marina De Varona, Ada Monteagudo, Robert Torres, Luis Delgado Kow, Ada Moore, Zenaida Trelles, Lillian Denight, Shawn Mungia, Melba Underwood, Joseph Diaz, Idania Munoz, Juan Urezin, Emilio Dominguez, Chelinda Norori, Freddy Utrera, Susie Echeverria, Dayma Northcut, Deborah Vela, Janing Enriquez, Haedy Ortiz, Eduardo Waugaman, Matthew Euceda, Jorge Padilla, Fernando Wilcox, Amber Fernandez, Michele Pando, Manuel Wilson, Javorie Fernandez, Michelle Perez, Juan Wong, Chienfa Fertil, Marc Perez, Luis Yoham, Gary Fiallo, Aimee Perez, Richard Zamora, Susana Flores, Miguel Perez, Yanelle Zuñiga, Carlos Floyd, Gregory Peyno, Teri Garces, Ana Phillips. Deborah Garcia, Adria Pomareda, Jeanette Garcia, Barbara Prieto, Teresa 11 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT’S UNIVERSAL 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 DISTRICT’S UNIVERSAL 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 in the Attendance Office room 1145. Important Dates • Back to School Nights – Open House School Level Window Period School Date Elementary/K-8