Learn. Believe. Dream. Dare.

Horizon Honors Primary SchoolHorizon Honors Intermediate School

Serving Students in Grades K-6

Ranked “excelling” by The Arizona Department of Educati on.

WHO WE AREHorizon Community Learning Center (HCLC) is a non-profi t, K-12 charter school serving more than 1,550 students from the East Valley. The students, as well as the parents, have direct involvement in decisions impacti ng student learning.

At HCLC, we provide an integrated curriculum approach so students understand how their classes, like life, are linked together. This process involves students solving real-life problems through cooperati ve, themati c, hands-on experiences which makes learning come alive.HCLC’s goal is to maintain students’ joy and enthusiasm for learning so academic achievement and setti ng high standards become a lifestyle. This goal, along with leadership skills, problem-solving abiliti es, and character development, defi ne the person they are meant to be.

HCLC exceeds all state standards placed on public schools including the areas of curriculum, student achievement, fi scal management and public accountability.

OUR MISSIONHorizon Community Learning Center is committ ed to providing a safe learning environment rich in technology where students achieve academic and social excellence while solving real-life problems in a cooperati ve manner.

PARENT INVOLVEMENTOne of HCLC’s guiding principles is to provide a learning community where parents play a signifi cant role in the learning process. In keeping with this principle, parental involvement is highly encour-aged.

At HCLC, you are welcome in our classrooms at any ti me aft er the fi rst two weeks of school. Join our classrooms to support the teachers with student learning, att end Morn-ing Meeti ngs, be a fi eld trip chaperone, assist with our lunch program, be a guest speaker, or help acquire project group supplies. Also, parti cipate in your child’s ILPs, our School Forums, and other school-wide events. 2

SOARING TO NEW HORIZONS!As the principal of Horizon Honors Primary and Intermediate Schools I would like to extend a warm welcome to all students and their families. I invite you to make HCLC your school of choice.

We are looking for students who strive to learn and reach their personal best in each of the academic areas, believe in themselves and others, dream beyond their perceived limitati ons and dare to make a diff erence based on strong character and sound values. HCLC is the place where students not only strive to achieve academic excellence, but also to become leaders and have an impact on our world.

• We are looking for students who want a rigorous educati on and are dedicated to their learning. We off er personalized att enti on, hands-on and minds-on learning opportuniti es where criti cal and creati ve problem solving is practi ced and a commitment to teamwork and cooperati on.• We are looking for families who want to be involved in their child’s educati on and become partners with the school to support their child’s development. A learning community is most successful when all the partners are involved. • We are looking for students who will appreciate a truly outstanding faculty. Our staff is comprised of teachers who are highly qualifi ed and have made the commitment to develop a relati onship with each student and their family and guide each student to achieve their personal best. • We are looking for students who want to make Horizon their school and want to be part of a Kindergarten through 12th grade community. We are looking for students who are proud to be a Horizon Eagle.

Experience the HCLC Diff erence!Sincerely,

Laura WanstreetHorizon Honors Primary School & Intermediate School Principallaura.wanstreet@horizonclc.org(480) 659-3100

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OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLESHCLC has seven principles that create a challenging and enriching learning environment:• We believe that every student can learn and it’s our responsibility to facilitate a process that identi fi es his or her individual learning style and creates the needed intrinsic moti vati on empowering the student to strive to do his or her personal best.• We believe that learning can best take place in a “small school” environment where educators, students and parents share a common set of values and beliefs with a consistent focus.• We believe that students should learn in an environment that refl ects diversity of culture, socio/economic status and mental/physical ability providing the means to work together while honoring diff erences.• We believe academic excellence and personal growth can best be achieved through the combined eff orts and direct involvement of students, educators, parents, and the community in the learning process.• We believe that the best means for delivering instructi on are constantly evolving. The staff at HCLC is committ ed to modeling life-long learning by acti vely pursuing and implementi ng more eff ecti ve means of instructi on as they are identi fi ed and proven valid.• We believe that success in the workplace in the 21st century will require both an in-depth understanding and practi cal experience with all types of technology. We are committ ed to the applicati on of technology as a tool in all aspects of the student’s learning.• We believe the quest for academic excellence fosters a lifestyle where students develop the inner resources and individual responsibility needed to live purposeful lives, meet the challenges of today and tomorrow, and contribute positi vely to family, work and society.

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OUR GOALSThe Horizon Community Learning Center will create a quality environment where students . . .

LEARN: Students strive to reach their personal best in each of the academic areas, gaining new knowledge and skills while applying them in a real-life setti ng.

BELIEVE: Students gain confi dence in themselves and others through the learning process as demonstrated by their success, recogniti on of accomplishments, and acceptance of increased responsi-biliti es.

DREAM: Students create a vision for the future that provides the foundati on for a learning environment where students are challenged to reach beyond their per-ceived limitati ons, creati ng new paradigms for learning and impacti ng the world.

DARE: The act of applying oneself to make a diff erence requires a strong sense of character based upon sound values. This will be achieved as students honor and apply the values of integrity, loyalty, self-discipline, initi ati ve, dedicati on, persever-ance, respect for others, compassion, responsibility, involvement, truthfulness, trustworthiness, a strong work ethic, and a sincere commitment to family and community.

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THE HCLC DIFFERENCEHCLC is ranked “excelling,” the highest rati ng given by The Arizona Department of Educati on. Our student assessment scores are also some of the best in the East

Valley and are well above the Arizona averages.

AIMS Scores

Individual Learning PlansAn Individual Learning Plan (ILP) is designed for each student, each quarter and includes a list of academic and social learning outcomes the student is expected to achieve by the end of the quarter. It is a “road map” that will serve as both a visual indicator of progress and an agenda for personal conferences with the student, teachers and parents. Progress on the learning outcomes will be noted on the online PowerSchool program. The fi nal level of achievement on each learning outcome will be a part of the student’s next ILP. ILPs are developed each quarter during a student/parent/teacher conference. The conference includes a review of the student’s portf olio and their progress on their goals and the setti ng of goals for the upcoming quarter.

Project Group & Summati vesEach quarter, students study a specifi c theme that is an integrati on of what they have learned in their content classes, and depending on the quarter, may include the fi ne and performing arts. In Project Group, students apply what they have learned throughout the day by parti cipati ng in hands-on projects. It is not unusual to see the students building, painti ng, or performing during this ti me. Past projects include Middle Ages castle design, contrapti on building using physics concepts, and the creati on of islands using geology. Each quarterly theme culminates in an evening academic performance, or “Summati ve.”

Students who “meet” or “exceed” on the annual AIMS testi ng:

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OUR FOCUS & STRUCTURECharacter BuildingIn grades Kindergarten through 4th Grade, the school day begins with a 15 minute Morning Meeti ng, where we celebrate birthdays, special achievements, and focus on HCLC’s School Values. Teachers and students present the weekly value and discuss, perform skits, and sing songs that demonstrate how to exhibit these values in daily life. Parents are welcome as we talk about integrity, truthfulness, compassion, commitment to family, dedicati on, strong work ethic, etc.

In Grades 5-6, the school day begins with a fi ft een minute Advisory Class in which students discuss school values and character building, work on ti me management, organizati on, or an aspect of their quarterly theme seen from a more personal perspecti ve. One day a week, all students gather as a group and hold a Community Meeti ng. Topics include characteristi cs of a hero, forgiveness, problem solving, caring, commitment, etc.

Honors ProgramThe Horizon Honors program provides gift ed educati on for all Kindergarten though 6th Grade students seeking and needing further academic challenges within the classroom. The program includes:

Classes where students are grouped according to ability.• A compacted curriculum allowing students to test out of skills already•

mastered.Project groups that provide discovery learning using criti cal and creati ve •

thinking skills.Leadership training.•

KindergartenHCLC off ers half-day and extended-day Kindergarten for students turning fi ve on or before Aug. 31, 2012. Within a developmentally appropriate and nurturing environment, teachers focus on social, emoti onal, and academic needs. Students are grouped according to their ability level. In the half-day program, Reading, Writi ng and Math are emphasized, and students study diff erent themes each quarter to enhance their learning. In the extended-day program, Reading, Math, Social Studies, and Science themes are reinforced with additi onal experiences in Spanish, P.E., and Music. The extended-day program has a fee of $2,250.

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Grades 1-2 & 3-4At this level, students enter multi -age classes consisti ng of 1st*/2nd graders or 3rd/4th graders. We conti nue to emphasize and expand upon Reading and Math skills but also include Social Studies and Science into Project Group themes. Students conti nue to be grouped according to ability.

Classes for 1st/2nd grade and 3rd/4th grade include:Language Arts (Reading, Writi ng, Word Study)• Mathemati cs• Project Group (Science, Social Studies)• Physical Educati on• Spanish• Technology• Music•

*1st Graders must turn 6 years old on or by August 31, 2012

Grades 5-6The state and nati onal content standards form the foundati on for all learning at Horizon Honors Intermediate School. However, in order to meet and exceed these standards, our students are grouped in specifi c Language Arts and Math classes to provide the appropriate level of challenge each child requires.

One of the exciti ng opportuniti es about moving from primary to intermediate school is that students get to rotate from one class to the next for the fi rst ti me. Fift h and 6th Graders att end classes together that address their specifi c ability levels in Language Arts and Math. The following is a list of the subjects/classes the students will have:

Mathemati cs* • Language Arts/Technology* • Science • Social Studies • Project Group • Physical Educati on • Choice of: Spanish, Band or Chorus•

*Honors Level Classes Available

Recogniti on for academics, leadership, responsibility, and Project Group successes are highlighted at this level.

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SpecialsHCLC students go beyond a traditi onal academic day and are provided with daily special area classes such as Music, Technology, Spanish, and Physical Educati on. These opportuniti es allow children to further develop their skills as they explore the arts, play with foreign language and interact with various technological applicati ons. Students also benefi t from a health and physical acti vity curriculum that support our values and the importance of personal wellness.

Physical Educati onThe goal of Physical Educati on at HCLC is to help students to value a healthy and acti ve lifestyle. Students have the opportunity to parti cipate in a variety of sports and other physical acti viti es: basketball, volleyball, ulti mate Frisbee, Zumba class and Sabakiball to name a few. Kindergarten students parti cipate in Physical Educati on twice a week. First through 6th Grade students parti cipate in daily Physical Educati on.

SpanishIn Spanish class, HCLC students are exposed to authenti c language and culture through games, songs, skits and oral language practi ce. As they move through the grades, more conversati on and writt en work is introduced. Kindergarten students parti cipate in Spanish class twice a week. First through 4th Grade students att end Spanish class fi ve consecuti ve weeks each quarter. Fift h and 6th Grade students have the opportunity to choose between Spanish, Chorus and Beginning Band, opposite of their daily Physical Educati on.

TechnologyTechnology class creates opportuniti es for students to gain skills in the use and applicati on of technology as an academic and social tool. Kindergarten students parti cipate in Technology class twice a week, reinforcing concepts taught in the classroom through various computer programs. First through 4th Grade students att end technology class two consecuti ve weeks each quarter. In 5th and 6th Grade, technology is integrated in the students’ Language Arts classes within a double learning block.

MusicMusic and performing can be found all around our school. Students in Kindergarten through 4th Grade parti cipate in General Music and get a fl avor for all aspects of music: instrumental, vocal, music theory, history and culture. Kindergarten students parti cipate in Music class twice a week. First through 4th Grade students att end Music class two consecu-ti ve weeks each quarter. Fift h and 6th Grade students have the opportunity to choose between Beginning Band, Chorus, and Spanish opposite of their daily Physical Educati on.9

OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOMGrades K-4 Extra-Curricular Acti viti es Developing the whole child is emphasized at HCLC. It is our goal to provide students with a variety of programs to meet their diverse needs. We off er:

Social events that bring the community together.• Athleti c acti viti es such as cheer and soccer clinics.• Clubs such as Chess Club, Writi ng Club, Rising Stars, •

and Melody Makers.Leadership through community service and Student •

Ambassadors.

Grades 5-6 Extra-Curricular Acti viti es & Athleti csDeveloping the whole child is emphasized at HCLC. It is our goal to provide students with a variety of programs to meet their diverse needs. We off er:

Social events such as skate parti es, movies, and game nights.• Intramurals such as basketball, soccer, and volleyball.• Clubs like Chess Club and Yearbook Club.• Leadership through community service, Student Council, and Student •

Ambassadors.

CLUB HORIZONClub Horizon is a state licensed before and aft er school program for Kindergarten through 6th grade students enrolled at Horizon Community Learning Center. Club Horizon is committ ed to providing an extension to the HCLC school day where students achieve academic and social ex-cellence through fresh and fun programs solving real life problems in a cooperati ve manner. The program includes opportuni-ti es for academic help, choice ti me acti vi-ti es, community service and group play.

Club Horizon Camp is available for HCLC students during school breaks. It is open from 6:15 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Join us in Club Horizon where eagles soar!

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PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE

Horizon Honors Middle School & High SchoolOne of the many advantages of HCLC is a seemless K-12 educati on. When your child moves to Horizon Honors Middle School, there is very litt le tran-siti on between levels. The same focus on hands-on learning, character build-ing, and honors curriculum remains but with even more opportuniti es for growth.

Six Year PlanningHorizon Honors is one of the few schools that allows planning for the future to begin well before the high school years. We know that college planning cannot wait unti l high school. Our Middle School counselors work with students on col-lege and career guidance so that they are on the right path to meet their future goals and have their dreams come true. Last year Horizon Honors graduates earned $6,736,953 in scholarship money and were accepted to universiti es all over the nati on.

Honors ProgramThe Horizon Honors program provides gift ed educati on for students seeking increased academic challenges. The program includes honors coursework in more subject areas than any other middle school in the Valley. Many of these courses can also be taken for high school credit. Horizon Honors also uses college board Pre-AP guidelines for developing our honors curriculum. This allows honors middle school students to move seemlessly into Advanced Placement (AP) and College Dual Enrollment courses in Horizon Honors High School. By conti nuing our integrated themati c curriculum appropach, HorizonHonors High School students are well prepared for university coursework.

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Beyond the ClassroomHorizon Honors off ers a balanced program with social and athleti c opportuniti es, service learning, clubs, and a comprehensive performing arts program.

Social EventsStudents at Horizon Honors organize and plan their own social acti viti es. High School students sponsor dances that are both semi-formal and casual. They also host a formal Junior/Senior Prom at the end of the school year. The Homecoming celebrati on takes place during basketball season and includes a campus-wide Spirit Week, tailgate party, and dance. Middle School students organize social events appropriate for their developmental age. These include small pep rallies, evening socials, and community service events.

Athleti csAdditi onal opportuniti es for leadership and moti vati on exist outside the classroom through our Horizon Honors Athleti c Program. Our student-athletes strive to practi ce, play and achieve athleti c excellence while displaying superior sportsman-ship and pursuing victory with honor.

Community ServiceCommunity service is an important part of Horizon Honors. When students par-ti cipate in community service projects, their world view becomes challenged and diversifi ed. The Student Councils, Nati onal Junior Honor Society, Nati onal Honor Society, and the Athleti c program organize students in community outreach, char-ity drives, and a variety of projects throughout the Valley. High School students are required to complete 40 hours of community service each school year.

ClubsWe provide our students with a wide variety of clubs to meet their diverse needs. Groups include Wilderness Club, Photography Club, Student Council, and Travel Club.

Performing ArtsHorizon Honors off ers comprehensive Band, Chorus, Guitar, and Drama programs that are competi ti ve with other middle school and high school programs of any size throughout the state. There are several performing arts groups, with placement based on ability level. The groups have several concerts each year for the school community and also parti cipate in local music festi vals and regional and state music auditi ons.

SCHOOL LIFESchool HoursExtended-Day Kindergarten: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Half-Day Kindergarten: 8 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.Grades 1-4: 8:15 a.m. to 3 p.m.Grades 5-6: 8 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Students on campus before 7:45 a.m. and aft er 3:30 p.m. must be in a school sponsored acti vity or in Club Hori-zon. Students NOT in a school sponsored acti vity or in Club Horizon MUST leave campus. There is NO supervi-sion for students before 7:45 a.m. or aft er 3:30 p.m.

Offi ce Hours7:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Lunch Students are asked to bring their own lunch each day. There is also a pre-paid lunch program, featuring food from well-known local restaurants.

Transportati onParents are responsible for transporti ng their child to and from school. Many families choose to work together in car pools. However, students are transported by the school for fi eld trips.

Web site & Social MediaThe Horizon Community Learning Center Web site features important school infor-mati on, an event calendar, and the latest e-mail blasts. The site also includes parent volunteer opportuniti es and access to our PowerSchool program, which includes stu-dents’ homework and grades. Check out the Web site at www.horizonclc.org.

Understanding that many parents and students check social media sites several ti mes a day, HCLC is also on Facebook at www.facebook.com/horizonclc and on Twitt er at www.twitt er.com/hclc.

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DRESS CODEEvery student has intrinsic worth based upon who he or she is and not what he or she wears. HCLC wants to create an environment in which each student can develop those innate qualiti es, focus on learning, and contribute in a positi ve way to the community. Cultural pressures related to clothing choice can distract students and undermine that positi ve environment. The adopted dress code encourages self-discipline, safety, and modesty and will sti ll allow students to be creati ve in exercising choice.

The following dress code applies while on school grounds and at all school events on or off campus (including fi eld trips) unless otherwise directed by administrati on.

All clothes will:• be clean and neat• be the appropriate size (not skin ti ght or too large)• not be torn, tatt ered, writt en-on or suggesti ve• not be a camoufl age patt ern, be of a see-through fabric or be gang-related• not interfere with the educati onal process or present a safety hazard as determined by the HCLC administrati on

T-shirts, Shirts, and Blouses Will:• be worn anyti me• not be skin ti ght• have short or long sleeves; not be a tank top, halter top, camisole, or strapless; not be an undershirt • can be sleeveless but must cover the enti re shoulder and underarm• be butt oned, zipped, fastened or solid to within 4” of the base of the neck• be free of all numbers, lett ers, icons, pictures, and logos unless it is a HCLC authorized shirt • be allowed to be worn out at the waist if tailored to be worn out with a straight hemmed shirt tail that extends no less than 4” and no more than 6” below the top of the pants and does not expose the midriff at all ti mes when sitti ng, bending, or standing upright

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Skirts/Shorts/Pants Will:• be pulled up and snug above the hips• be no longer than just above the sole of the shoe • allow small logos noti ng the manufacturer that are no larger than the student’s thumb• not be overalls; not be stretch pants, athleti c wear, OR lounge wear (workout clothes)• be no shorter than the fi ngerti ps when the hand is extended at the side while standing straight • ti ghts and leggings cannot be worn alone

Dressers/Jumpers Will:• be butt oned, zipped, fastened or solid to within 4” of the base of the neck• cover the shoulders or have the top under the dress that covers the shoulders and underarms• be no shorter than the fi ngerti ps when the hand is extended at the side while standing straight

Sweaters/Sweatshirts/Jackets/Coats/Hoodies Will:• be restricted to school appropriate designs that are not vulgar, violent, obscene, or gang-related• not be worn inside the buildings (APPLIES TO JACKETS/COATS ONLY)• be free of all numbers, lett ers, icons, pictures and logos unless it is a HCLC authorized logo (APPLIES TO SWEATERS/SWEATSHIRTS/HOODIES ONLY)• not be blankets or snuggies

Jewelry/Piercings/Gauging Will:• be kept to a minimum• not include any piercing of any body parts other than the ears

Tatt oos & Body Art Will:• not be allowed (including permanent, temporary, henna, or any other types of tatt oos or body art)• will be washed off immediately if temporary; will be covered at all ti mes if permanent

Make-up Will:• be kept to a minimum and refl ect natural skin colors

Hair Will:• be clean and neat and of natural hair colors (no part of hair will be pink, purple, green, etc.

Footwear Will:• be required at all ti mes• not include shoes/sandals with open backs, including fl ip fl ops or slippers• not have heels higher than 2.5” tall

Headwear Will:• only be worn outside the buildings to protect from the sun or to provide warmth• be restricted to school appropriate designs that are not vulgar, violent, obscene, gang- related• not include “do-rags”, bandanas or sweatbands

Physical Educati on Clothing:• footwear must be appropriate tennis shoes, fastened ti ghtly at all ti mes, and have non-marking rubber soles • no jewelry is allowed due to safety issues• be black gym shorts/athleti c pants and a plain white or any color HCLC approved t-shirt (Grades 7-12)• clothes worn during physical educati on classes cannot be worn at any other ti me of the same school day (Grades 7-12)

Backpacks Will:• be free of any student writi ng• be free of logos, symbols or pictures that represent something il legal, violent, illicit or suggesti ve

Interpretati on of Dress Code Interference with the educati onal process, items that present a safety hazard, and any interpretati on of the dress code will be determined solely by the administra-ti on at Horizon Community Learning Center.

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CODE OF CONDUCTThe fi rst priority for all decisions and acti ons taken at Horizon Community Learning Center is a safe and orderly learning environment. This can only happen if all involved are committ ed to performing their best and respecti ng the rights of others. This “Student Code of Conduct” provides the foundati on for such an environment.

The rati onale for this code of conduct is based upon the belief that each person wishes to be treated with kindness, respect, dignity, and fairness. Thus, one simple but profound rule applies, “Treat others the way you wish to be treated.”

School & Parent Responsibiliti esThe responsibility of maintaining a positi ve and producti ve learning environment is a cooperati ve eff ort, shared by students, parents, and the school. The acti ve involvement of and support by teachers, parents, administrators and other school staff is criti cal in helping the student to understand and honor the learning com-munity values. Teaching and assisti ng students to develop positi ve and producti ve atti tudes and behaviors will enable them to be acti ve learners and valued contributors to the learning community.

Student Responsibiliti esEach student is responsible for helping to create and maintain a school environ-ment that is safe and conducive to learning. He/she shall:• Model acceptable behavior at all ti mes while on school property, att ending a school event or on school buses.• Be responsible for his/her own acti ons and the consequences of those acti ons.• Show considerati on and respect to fellow students, parents, community members, school staff members, and school property.• Display physical and verbal self-control by using the problem-solving methods for addressing concerns.

Parental InvolvementWhen addressing any violati on of the student code of conduct, it is important that both the parents and the school be involved. When an incident is reported, the school staff members will conduct an investi gati on to gather the facts and informati on from those involved. Reasonable eff ort will be made to contact and involve the parents prior to a consequence being assigned.

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Staff Conduct With StudentsHCLC Board Policy GBEBG states employees are expected to exercise general supervision over the conduct of students, not only while in the schoolroom, but also before and aft er school and during recess. At all ti mes teachers and other staff members will accord students the dignity and respect they deserve, and avoid embarrassing any student unnecessarily.

Students are expected to regard all school employees as individuals who are employed to provide direct or indirect contributi ons to learning. While students are to have considerable lati tude in making choice for themselves, they shall be required to respect the rights of all school employees and other students, and interference with those rights will not be tolerated.

Students shall not have the right to interfere with the eff orts of instructi onal staff members to coordinate or assist in learning, to disseminate informati on for purposes of learning, or to otherwise implement a learning program. Nor shall a student have the right to interfere with the moti vati on to learn or the learning acti viti es and eff orts of other students. No student shall have the right to interfere with or disrupt any work acti viti es.All personnel employed by the school are expected to relate to students of the school in a manner that maintains social and moral patt erns of behavior consistent with community standards and acceptable professional conduct.

Relati onships between staff members and students that include “dati ng,” “courtship,” or “romanti c involvement” are prohibited. These behaviors deviate from ethical or professional standards and shall be deemed unacceptable and contrary to the expectati ons of school governance. Staff /student relati onships shall refl ect mutual respect between staff members and students and shall support the dignity of the enti re profession and educati onal process.Violati ons of the above shall be considered serious and may result in severe disciplinary acti on.

Guidelines for Inappropriate/Forbidden Items Although this is not a comprehensive list, students are not allowed to have the following items at school: • aerosol cans• alcohol• balloons• bandanas• chains of any kind including wallet att achments• cigarett es• “do-rags”• drugs (including illegal, pharmaceuti cal, or designer)

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• energy drinks• “slam” books• peti ti ons• snap caps• smoke/sti nk bombs• inappropriate sti ckers• ti e wraps• toys• eggs• glass containers• fi recrackers/fi reworks• gum• permanent markers/pens• personal alarms• pornography• pepper spray/mace• shaving cream• “silly string”• sunfl ower seeds• water balloons/water guns• weapons

Items that interfere with the educati onal process or present a safety hazard as determined by the HCLC administrati on will be confi scated. Also, inappropriate use of the following items is not allowed: correcti on fl uid, glue, paint, paper clips, rubber bands, scissors, staples, and felt markers/pens. Students will be assigned an appropriate consequence for possession of these items in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct.

Personal PropertyHCLC is not responsible for loss, damage, or theft of personal property. This includes items lost, damaged, or stolen on campus during the school day, at aft er school acti viti es, athleti c events, fi eld trips, social events, etc. HCLC does not assume any fi nancial responsibility for personal property.

Electronic DevicesElectronic devices such as beepers/pagers, cellular phones, personal CD players, ipods, MP3 players, laptops, etc. can be carried at school. Students in grades K-6 may not have any electronic devices on during school. Students in grades 7-12 may use electronic devices during lunch or before and aft er school. These electronic devices must be turned off and placed in a backpack or pocket out of sight during the regular school day. They may not be used during transiti ons or 19

during use of the restroom or locker room. Cell phones are not to be used instead of Health Services or main offi ce involvement. Inappropriate use of electronic devices will result in disciplinary acti on and confi scati on of the items. Electronic games are not allowed during school hours.

Harassment, Inti midati on, & Bullying HCLC Board Policy JLIF states there shall be no harassment, inti midati on or bullying, solicitati on to engage in harassment, inti midati on or bullying or aiding and abetti ng another who is engaged in harassment, inti midati on or bullying of any person enrolled, accepted for or promoted to enrollment, or intending to enroll or be promoted to the School within twelve (12) calendar months. For purposes of this policy a person as specifi ed above shall be considered a "student" unti l graduati on, transfer, promoti on or withdrawal from the school.

“Harassment, inti midati on, and bullying” encompass a variety of negati ve acts carried out repeatedly over ti me. It involves a real or perceived imbalance of power with the more powerful child or group att acking those who are less powerful. Bullying can be physical in form (e.g., pushing, hitti ng, kicking, spitti ng, stealing; verbal (e.g., making threats, taunti ng, malicious teasing, name-calling); or psychological (e.g., social exclusion, extorti on, inti midati on, spreading rumors, manipulati ng social relati onships). All students, teachers and staff shall take reasonable measures within the scope of their individual authority to prevent violati ons of this policy.

Students and others may report harassment, inti midati on or bullying to any professional staff member. Professional staff members must report the incident to the school administrator or next higher administrati ve supervisor, in writi ng, with such details as may have been provided. Failures by a staff member to ti mely inform the school administrator or next higher administrati ve supervisor of harassment, inti midati on or bullying allegati on or their observati on of an incident of harassment, inti midati on or bullying may subject the staff member to disciplinary acti on in accordance with School policies. The staff member shall preserve the confi denti ality of those involved, disclosing the incident only to the appropriate school administrator or next higher administrati ve supervisor or as otherwise required by law. Any instance of reported or observed harassment, inti midati on or bullying which includes possible child abuse or viola-ti ons of statutes known to the staff member shall be treated in accord with statutory requirements and be reported to a law enforcement agency.

Dispositi on of all reports/complaints shall be reported to the Executi ve Director. The Executi ve Director will determine if the policies of the School have been appropriately implemented and will make such reports and/or referrals to the Board as may be necessary. All violati ons of this policy shall be treated in

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accordance with the appropriate procedures and penalti es provided for in School policies related to the conduct and discipline of students, staff , and others.

Off enses & ConsequencesLevel I Off enses:• Disrespectf ul behavior including but not limited to: acti ng out, altercati ons short of physical contact • Refusal to follow directi ons (i.e. work completi on, dress code infracti ons, etc.)• Minor disrupti ons of the learning process• Unauthorized selling or trading• Bike/skateboard safety or use on campus• Tardiness• Public displays of aff ecti on• Tampering with another’s food Level I Consequences:• Immediate natural consequences• Apology• Problem solving (self/peer/staff /parent)• Writt en acti on plan• Lett er of apology• Detenti ons• Repeated and/or serious violati ons will result in referral for major off enses and will be considered insubordinati on Level II Off enses:• Acts of dishonesty including: lying, cheati ng, forgery or plagiarism • Computer/cell phone use violati ons• Hazing/initi ati on*• Bribery• Possession/use of forbidden items• Disrespect/defi ance of authority/insubordinati on• Peti ti ons• Invasion of privacy/property of others• Truancy/ditching*• Leaving campus without permission• Gambling• Speeding/improper operati on of a vehicle on school grounds• Use of obscene, profane or abusive language or gestures• Acts of physical aggression• Reckless behaviorLevel II Consequences:• Problem solving (staff /parent)• Compensati on and apology21

• Community reconciliati on ti me• Time-out• Lett er of apology• Detenti on• Saturday School• Short term suspension (1 to 10 Days)Level III Off enses:• Emoti onal/physical/sexual harassment, inti midati on and bullying*• Use or writt en display of ethnic/racial slurs• Obstructi ng the problem solving process• Inappropriate use of technology• Trespassing• Defacement/destructi on of property (i.e. graffi ti , tagging, etc.)• Use/display of gang-related, drug, satanic, or sexual symbols, gestures, or words or one denoti ng a negati ve group affi liati on• Presents a physical/emoti onal threat to self or others (verbal or writt en) including indirect aggression• Possession/use/under the infl uence of alcohol/tobacco products or intent to sell or share*• Possession/distributi on of pornographic material or conducti ng pornographic searches on the Internet • Non-Approved possession/use/distributi on of over the counter drugs*• Possession/use of look-a-like drugs/alcohol/tobacco products/ paraphernalia• Possession/use of a look-a-like weapon• Spontaneous physical assault *• Fighti ng or striking*• Extorti on • Sexual misconduct or indecent exposure* • Endangerment• Theft • Bus/van misconductLevel III Consequences:• The fi rst violati on of any of the off enses listed will result in a suspension from school and school-related events. Parti cipati on/completed counseling for the student may be required prior to re-admitt ance.• The second violati on of the off enses listed will result in an automati c recommendati on by the principal to the school board for expulsion from Horizon Community Learning Center. A formal hearing will be conducted by the school board to determine if the student will be expelled.• Lett er of apology• Retributi on Level IV Off enses:

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• Endangerment through the use of fi re alarm, calling 911, or bomb/ chemical/biological threat **• Sexual assault**• Premeditated physical assault**• Aggravated assault/assault on a staff member**• Arson/reckless burning**• Possession/Use/Distributi on of explosive or destructi ve devices (including fi recrackers and fi reworks)**• Possession/Use/Distributi on/Purchase/Under the infl uence of prescripti on, designer or illicit drugs**• Possession/Use/Distributi on/Purchase of a deadly weapon**• Possession/Use/Distributi on/Purchase of a dangerous item*• Threatening to cause physical injury to an employee at HCLC or any person att ending HCLC** • Threatening or causing damage to HCLC, the property of HCLC, the property of an HCLC employee or the property of any person att ending HCLC**• Burglary**• Robbery*Level IV Consequences:• The fi rst violati on of the off enses in Level IV will result in an automati c recommendati on by the principal to the school board for expulsion from Horizon Community Learning Center. A formal hearing will be conducted by the school board to determine if the student will be expelled.• Lett er of apology• Retributi on

* Offenses will be reported to the Arizona Department of Education ** Offenses may violate a federal or state law and may include the involvement of the appropriate authorities. In addition, offenses will also be reported to the Arizona Department of Education

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DATES TO REMEMBERJuly 2012

July 26, 2012: Meet The Teacher (Grades PreK-6)July 30, 2012: First Day of First Quarter

August 2012August 16 & 17, 2012: Individual Learning Plan Conferences (NO SCHOOL)

September 2012September 3, 2012: Labor Day

September 28, 2012: Last Day of First QuarterOctober 2012

October 1 – 10, 2012: Fall Break October 11 & 12, 2012: ILP Conferences (NO SCHOOL)

October 15, 2012: First Day of Second QuarterNovember 2012

November 12, 2012: Veterans DayNovember 22 & 23, 2012: Thanksgiving Break

December 2012December 20 & 21, 2012: Finals/Early Release Days

December 21, 2012: Last Day Second QuarterDecember 24, 2012 - January 9, 2013: Winter Break

January 2013January 10 & 11, 2013: ILP Conferences (NO SCHOOL)

January 14, 2013: First Day of Third QuarterJanuary 21, 2013: Marti n Luther King, Jr. Day

February 2013February 18, 2013: Presidents Day

March 2013March 15, 2013: Last Day Third Quarter

March 18 – 27, 2013: Spring BreakMarch 28 & 29, 2013: ILP Conferences (NO SCHOOL)

April 2013April 1, 2013: First Day of Fourth Quarter

May 2013May 27, 2013: Memorial Day

June 2013June 5 & 6, 2013: Finals/Early Release Days

June 6, 2013: Last Day of SchoolJune 7, 2013: ILP Conferences (NO SCHOOL)

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JOIN USEligibilityHCLC is open to all K-12 students residing in Arizona. Enrollment is not limited based upon ethnicity, nati onal origin, gender, and income level, disabling condi-ti on, profi ciency in the English language or athleti c ability.

Orientati onsHCLC Orientati ons allow prospecti ve parents and students to learn more about the school. Orientati ons dates for the 2012-2013 school year are:

Tuesday, November 22, 2011Thursday, January 12, 2012Thursday, February 2, 2012Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Orientati ons are held at 6 p.m. in the HCLC Multi -Purpose Room. Reservati ons are required. Please call (480) 659-3000 or visit www.horizonclc.org to R.S.V.P.

Applicati on ProcessTo apply for enrollment for the 2012-2013 school year, parents must submit a Lot-tery Form for their student. Should more students complete Lott ery Forms than there are spaces available for the next school year, a Lott ery will be held. Lott ery sign up informati on is available at our 2012-2013 Orientati ons.

The Lott ery will determine the students to be enrolled in the spaces available and the order of the waiti ng list for each grade level. During the Lott ery process, a computer program generates a list of parti cipati ng Lott ery students in random name order for each grade level. These lists are then used to assign available spaces. For example, 30 8th grade students parti cipate in the Lott ery, and there are 25 spaces available. The fi rst 25 students on the computer-generated list will receive a space. The last 5 students will be placed on a waiti ng list in the order that the computer generated the names. Because the number of open spaces fl uctu-ates daily and varies by grade level, we cannot tell prospecti ve families in advance the number of spaces at each grade level.

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Lott eryThe Lott ery for the 2012-2013 school year is February 24, 2012 at 4 p.m. in the Community Room on the west side of the HCLC campus. Att endance at the Lott ery is not required. Lott ery Forms must be submitt ed no later than 4 p.m. on February 23, 2012. Parents of students who receive a space will receive a recorded phone call, as well as a welcome e-mail with specifi c instructi ons on how to register. Those on the waiti ng list will receive an e-mail. Students who complete their forms aft er the Lott ery will be placed on the waiti ng list.

Waiti ng ListsWhen a space becomes available, the parents of the fi rst student on the waiti ng list will be called. If that student declines his/her space, then the next student will be called, etc. Students will remain on the waiti ng list for the enti re 2012-2013 school year. Families who do not receive a spot during the 2012-2013 school year must complete the enrollment process again for the 2013-2014 school year.

SiblingsHCLC supports commitment to family and keeping families together at the same school. In recogniti on of this commitment, enrollment preference is given to sib-lings of students enrolled in HCLC if there is space available.

Registrati onCompleted enrollment includes:• Att endance at an Orientati on • Completed registrati on packet

Assessment Testi ngAll new students must be assessed for class placement. If you receive a space, we will arrange an assessment ti me for your child aft er the lott ery.

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Immunizati on RecordsThe starred boxes below show all immunizati ons currently required for school/childcare att endance by Arizona State Law (A.R.S. §15-872) or Maricopa County Health Department.

If your child has not received the necessary immunizati ons, take your child’s im-munizati on record to your physician or local health department to get required immunizati ons and/or records.

Exempti ons to immunizati on requirements are available. If immunizati ons are against your religious or personal beliefs, you must complete, sign and return an exempti on statement to the school/child care center. If any immunizati on(s) can-not be given for medical reasons, or there is laboratory evidence of immunity, you must submit a medical exempti on signed by a physician. A copy of the lab results must be submitt ed along with the exempti on form.

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CONTACT US

Horizon Community Learning Center16233 South 48th Street

Phoenix, AZ 85048

Located South of Chandler Blvd. on the corner of 48th Street and Frye Road

(480) 659-3000 - Main Offi ce(480) 659-3100 - Elementary Offi ce

(480) 659-3043 - Fax

www.horizonclc.org

www.facebook.com/horizonclc

www.twitt er.com/hclc

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