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ORIENTATIONSTUDENT2015
2016
Dear Parents and Students, We would officially like to welcome all new Eaglets to our
family. We have been working hard all summer to improve our facilities, curriculum and staff.
“Disce Quasi Semper Victurus”
“Study like you will live forever”
RecognitionsInternational Studies Charter Middle School (ISCMS) has achieved a remarkable goal by ranking in the top 10 middle schools in Miami-Dade county and 20th in the state of Florida.
ISCMS has been an “A” school for five years in a row.
International Studies Charter High School (ISCHS) has achieved a remarkable goal by ranking in the top 10 percent of all high schools since its inception in 2004. This year we were #10 in MDCPS.
Recognitions
• The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program is a United States government program created to honor schools which have achieved high levels of performance or made significant improvements in closing the achievement gap in schools where at least 40% of the student population is classified as disadvantaged.
• International Studies ranks as a gold medal winner. We are #1 in Florida and #13 in the nation out of 22,000 public high schools in 49 states and the District of Colombia.
• International Studies ranks #209 in Florida and #406 in the nation. Only 1,930 of the top high schools in the nation are ranked.
• International Studies ranks #235 in the nation and only 1,000 of the top public high schools in the nation are ranked.
PEOPLE YOU SHOULD KNOW
Administration
Victoriano RodríguezPrincipal
Janette CruzAssistant Principal
Test Chairperson & ESOL Coordinator
Mr. Hector DelValle
Services Provided:
Coordinates state mandated of Education Exams
Coordinates Advanced Placement Exams
Coordinates MDCPS ExamsOversees with ESOL program
EMAIL: [email protected]
Student ServicesServices Provided:
Course Credit AnalysisAssistance with Subject
SelectionProbation Meetings
Assistance with Schedule Changes
Advisement regarding course/credit recovery
CounselingFacilitator of
Parent/Teacher ConferencesFacilitator of
Student/Parent Conferences
Ms. Teresa Valdes: E-Mail
Monday & Friday 8:30AM -2:30 PMBy APPOINTMENT
ONLY, unless it is an
emergency
Ms. Annie Rodriguez: E-Mail
Monday - Thursday 8:30AM -2:30 PMBy APPOINTMENT
ONLY, unless it is an
emergency
CAP (College Advising Program)
Ms. Michelle Correa
Office Hours: Thursday & Friday (2:30PM-
4:00PM)Also by Appointment
Services Provided:
Assistance with College Preparation
Assistance with College Selection
Assistance with College Financial Aid
Assistance with Scholarship Information
Assistance with Bright FuturesAssistance with Subject
SelectionAssistance with Course Credit
Analysis
EMAIL: [email protected]
People you should knowMain Office
Lourdes VasquezRegistrar
Leonela RoheidyAttendance
Manager
Maria AriasReceptionist
People you should knowMain Office
Maria de ArmasCafeteria Manager
Before & Afterschool Coordinator
Maria Rodríguez School Treasurer
People you should knowSecurity
Jesus de Armas
Jose Alvarez
People you should knowSecurity
Aliet Arechavaleta
Jackie Samson
Parent Volunteer Hours, Student Community Service
I.S.C.H.S Activities
Class ClubsClass of 2016 (Seniors)Class of 2017 (Juniors)
Class of 2018 (Sophomores)Class of 2019 (Freshmen)
Class of 2020 (8th Graders)
Class of 2021 (7th Graders)
Class of 2022 (6th Graders)
Language Clubs
French ClubItalian Club
Spanish Club
Nationally Recognized Clubs
Key ClubMu Alpha Theta
National Honor SocietyNational Junior Honor
SocietyInterest Clubs
Audio/Video ClubArt Club
Bible ClubDrama Club
Eagle Athletics ClubFilm Club
Musical Theater ClubYearbook Club
Inter-Organizational CouncilStudent Government Association
www.ischs.net ischsactivities.gmail.com
How to join a team @ ISCHS
Students must have all eligibility requirements to participate.Middle / High School will be available on the Athletics website.
Basic Eligibility requirements: (HS has further requirements)Submit school Insurance $20Submit MDCPS Physical PacketMaintain GPA 2.5 unweightedSubmit ISCHS Athletics- Parent &
Student Contract
HS Sports
Fall - Girls Volleyball
- Boys Flag FootballWinter
- Girls & Boys Soccer - Girls & Boys Basketball
Spring - Boys Tennis
- Girls Flag Football - Boys Volleyball
Alfred Mitat 305-643-2955 Ext 207 [email protected] Website: www.c2cschools.com/ISCHSEAGLES
FHSAA Site - www.fhsaa.org
I.S.C.H.S Athletics
• Uniforms may be purchased online or during PE from Mr. Mitat.
• Students will not be dressing out on the 1st week of school.
• Purchase a lock. School will not be responsible for stolen items from the locker room.
Physical EducationPE Uniforms:
Yellow PE shirt with school logo
Navy PE shorts with school logo
Sneakers
$10 for PE Shirt
$10 for PE Shorts
Opening of School: Pick Up/Drop off Procedures
Students MUST be dropped off and picked up on the intersection of 9th Street and 25th Avenue(for safety reason)
This may be accessed from either 27th Avenue or 24th Avenue
Security will be located at this location to ensure safety and facilitate timeliness ISCHS does not provide transportation.
You may also check MDCPS’ website for an approved bus list(www.dadeschools.net)
Crosswalk
Opening of School : Security/Medical Concerns
Parent visit restrictions:
• Parents are not allowed to drop off food or supplies in the main office
• Parents are not allowed to accompany students to class or walk the hallways
Security and Medical concerns
• In order to maintain a safe learning environment, our school employs several security guards and maintains locked facilities
• Please see Lourdes Vasquez in the main office if you have any allergies or medical concerns
• Forms must be submitted to the administration for medications to be administered to students by office personnel
1st day of School…
• Student’s 1st/3rd period room will be posted outside alphabetically
• Schedules will be posted on each floor by the elevator
• Schedules will be posted on the board of the PE field
• Students will receive their course schedule during 1st/3rd period respectively
• Opening of school material will be sent home on the first day of school
Bell SchedulePeriod High School Schedule Middle School Schedule
Block 1: 7:30-8:30 N/A
Block 2:
Period 2/3
8:35 – 10:20 8:35 – 10:20
Block 3:
Period 4/5
Lunch
10:25 – 12:40
***Lunch (1st, 2nd or 3rd) is determined
by the student’s 4th or 5th period class.
10:25 – 12:40
***Lunch (1st, 2nd or 3rd) is determinedby the student’s 4th or 5th period class.
Block 4 :
Period 6/7
12:45 – 2:30 12:45 – 2:30
Block 5:
Period 8
MS Homeroo
m
HS Dismissa
l
2:30 2:35 – 3:30
Code of Student Conduct/ Cell Phone Policy
• Electronic devices will not be given back to students under any circumstance.
• To reclaim a device, the student’s parents must come to the main office to pick it up
• If a student needs to use the phone, they may use the phone in the main office.
• Parents are not to contact students during school time on their cell phones
Discipline Policy
http://ehandbooks.dadeschools.net/policies/90/CSC_sec_14-15.pdf
Social Networking• Facebook, Myspace, Twitter, Instagram, etc.
• Social networking of any kind is not permitted during school hours
• Students are not to use social networking to send obscene or inappropriate materials
• Parents are responsible for monitoring and regulating student’s use of electronic devices
• The school is not responsible for what occurs on social media.
Discipline Policy
Uniforms may be purchased from All
Uniform Wear:200 NW 27th Avenue
(305) 649-2749
UniformsHigh School Uniforms:
Navy Blue Polo with School Logo
Striped Rugby Navy Blue and White Shirt
(All shirts must be tucked in)
Khaki Dickie Pants with School Logo
Navy Sweater with School Logo
Black or Brown BeltBlack or Brown shoes
Spirit Shirts may be worn on
FRIDAYS ONLY!!! This
does NOT include PE
Shirts/Field day.
Discipline Policy
• Must be served within two school days
• Parents must sign detention slip
• Detentions will be served in room 101:
Middle School 8:00am- 8:30amHigh School 2:35pm- 3:05pm
Detentions
Communicating with Teachers
• Website- via email• Phone call to teacher• Counselor• Administration
• Please allow 48 hours for a response.
Gradebook• Login in through the Student Portal• Default Login:
– Username: Student ID– Password: 2 digit birth month, 2 digit birth date, 2
digit birth year, first initial, last initial
Lunch/Breakfast A catered meal will be available each day for
students to purchase. Parents may pre-pay (cash or check) the meals
however they like (daily, weekly, monthly, annually). Our cafeteria manager, Maria de Armas, will be
available from 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Students may also bring their own food or make
purchases from the vending machines.
Our menus will be available on our website a month in advance.
Meal Reduced Full price
Breakfast $0.30 $2.00
Lunch $0.40 $3.50
Parent Volunteer Hours
Parents/Guardians are required to volunteer at least thirty 30 hours per school year (3 hours per month) at International Studies Charter Schools.
All hours must be completed prior to the end of May (except for 8th and 12th grade students
For more information about volunteer opportunities, please see the school’s website or contact the PTSA
Every parent volunteer must be cleared through MDCPS background clearance in order to volunteer
http://community.dadeschools.net/!svp/school-vol.asp
Before/After School Care Program
• In order for students to remain on campus after school, they need to be enrolled in an after school activity, sport or be enrolled in the after school care program.
• Students are not permitted to be on campus 30 minutes prior to the opening of school or 30 minutes after dismissal unless participating in an extracurricular activity or the after school care program.
Before/After School Care Program
• First hour dedicated to home learning• Tutoring available• Light Snacks provided
• Entertainment:Academic activitiesNintendo Wii and Ping
pongOutdoor Sports
Before Care7:00 a.m.- 8:30
a.m. After CareHigh School: 2:30 p.m.-6:00
p.m. Middle School: 3:30 p.m.-6.00
p.m.
School Fundraising
GFS Marketplace
Target Take Charge of EducationID 151728International Charter MHS
Box Tops Labels
Used ink cartridges (any kind)
Amazon Smile: You shop. Amazon gives.
All funds raised will be used to supplement school funds for trips, supplies, incentives, etc.
All donations should be turned into the main office with Leonela Rohaidy.
PTSAInternational Studies Charter School
supports the mission of our local Parent Teacher Association of being a powerful
voice for all children, a resource for families and communities, and an
advocacy agency for education and well-being of every child.
President – Janet [email protected]
807 SW 25th AveMiami, FL 33135Phone 305-643-
2955Fax 305-643-2956
Website: www.ischs.net
School Contact
Information
QUESTIONS?
