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D r . J u l i a n N a v a L e a r n i n g A c a d e m y : School of Arts and Culture Business and Technology School Nava College Preparatory Academy This planner belongs to: Name: Grade: Homeroom: In case of emergency, notify: Relation to Student: Telephone:

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Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy: School of Arts and Culture

Business and Technology School Nava College Preparatory Academy

This planner belongs to:

Name:

Grade: Homeroom:

In case of emergency, notify:

Relation to Student:

Telephone:

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2014-2015

August 8 through October 17 (The bell schedule will change when Breakfast in the Classroom begins.)

Monday Modified Seminar Schedule

Seminar Schedule (8/12, 8/13, 8/14, 8/15) (including 8/8/14)

Seminar 10:00-10:40 Period 1 10:44-11:14 Period 2 11:18-11:48 Period 3 11:52-12:22 Period 4 12:26-12:56 Lunch 12:56-1:26

Period 5 1:30-2:00 Period 6 2:04-2:34 Period 7 2:38-3:08

Tuesday-Friday

Period 1 8:00-8:52 Period 2 8:56-9:48 Period 3 9:52-10:44 Period 4 10:48-11:40 Lunch 11:40-12:20

Period 5 12:24-1:16 Period 6 1:20-2:12 Period 7 2:16-3:08

Minimum Day (8/27, 10/15, 10/16, 10/17)

Period 1 8:00-8:36 Period 2 8:40-9:16 Period 3 9:20-9:56 Period 4 10:00-10:36 Period 5 10:40-11:16 Period 6 11:20-11:56 Period 7 12:00-12:36

Seminar 8:00-8:44 Period 1 8:48-9:32 Period 2 9:36-10:20 Period 3 10:24-11:08 Period 4 11:12-11:56 Lunch 11:56-12:34

Period 5 12:38-1:22 Period 6 1:26-2:10 Period 7 2:14-2:58

Atten tion J NLA

s tu den ts :

Plea s e rem ove th is p a ge a fter Octob er 17 th !

Do you want to play games, compete with your friends, and learn at the same time?

Be sure to visit .org to:

Find thousands of fun digital learning activities!

Compete against your friends in Wizmo World

Complete assignments for your classes

Attention 6th graders!

Come and get your FREE Home Learning Center laptop, loaded with fun educational

activities and programs! Bring a parent, guardian or family member to the Family

Learning Workshop to learn about your new laptop and take it home to keep!

My Family Learning Workshop date is: ___________________

The due date for my RSVP form is: _____________________

For more information, look for the CFY team at Back to School Night

on 8/26 or see Ms. Vasquez with questions.

Once you receive your Home Learning Center computer, you can call our

FREE Help Desk Support:

1-800-655-0098

CFY provides FREE help desk support in English and Spanish.

Our help desk is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.

If we are not able to fix the problem by phone, you can bring your computer to a

local site for repair.

Bell Schedule 2014-2015

(JNLA will follow this schedule, beginning October 20, 2014) Monday Modified Seminar Schedule

Seminar Schedule (8/12, 8/13, 8/14, 8/15, (including 8/8/14) 1/13, 1/14, 1/15, 1/16)

Morning Bell 9:46 am Breakfast in the

Classroom (in your seminar class)

9:50-10:08

Seminar 10:08-10:40 Period 1 10:44-11:14 Period 2 11:18-11:48 Period 3 11:52-12:22 Period 4 12:26-12:56 Lunch 12:56-1:26

Period 5 1:30-2:00 Period 6 2:04-2:34 Period 7 2:38-3:08

Tuesday-Friday

Morning Bell 7:54 am Breakfast in the

Classroom (in your period 1 class)

7:58-8:16

Period 1 8:16-9:06 Period 2 9:10-10:00 Period 3 10:04-10:54 Period 4 10:58-11:48 Lunch 11:48-12:18

Period 5 12:22-1:12 Period 6 1:16-2:06 Period 7 2:10-3:00

Minimum Day (8/27, 10/15, 10/16, 10/17,

1/28, 3/25, 3/26, 3/27, 5/15, 6/9) Morning Bell 7:54 am Breakfast in the

Classroom (in your period 1 class)

7:58-8:16

Period 1 8:16-8:48 Period 2 8:52-9:24 Period 3 9:28-10:00 Period 4 10:04-10:36 Period 5 10:40-11:12 Period 6 11:16-11:48 Period 7 11:52-12:24

Morning Bell 7:54 am Breakfast in the

Classroom (in your seminar class)

7:58-8:16

Seminar 8:16-8:54 Period 1 8:58-9:42 Period 2 9:46-10:30 Period 3 10:34-11:18 Period 4 11:22-12:06 Lunch 12:06-12:36

Period 5 12:40-1:24 Period 6 1:28-2:12 Period 7 2:16-3:00

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2014-2015 Report Card Grading Periods

Reporting Period MiSiS Mark Report Window Opens

Grade Verification Sheet Due (signed)

Report Cards Printed and Distributed

2014 Fall Semester, 5-week (optional)

September 4, 2014 September 11, 2014 September 15, 2014

2014 Fall Semester, 1st Quarter (10-week)

October 2, 2014 October 9, 2014 October 13, 2014

2014 Fall Semester, 15-week

October 30, 2014 November 6, 2014 November 12, 2014

2014 Fall Semester, FINAL Report Mark

December 11, 2014 December 18, 2014 December 19, 2014

Reporting Period MiSiS Mark Report Window Opens

Grade Verification Sheet Due (signed)

Report Cards Printed and Distributed

2015 Spring Semester, 5-week (optional)

February 5, 2015 February 12, 2015 February 17, 2015

2015 Spring Semester, 3rd Quarter (10-week)

March 12, 2015 March 19, 2015 March 23, 2015

2015 Spring Semester, 15-week

April 23, 2015 April 30, 2015 May 4, 2015

2015 Spring Semester, FINAL Report Mark

May 18, 2015 (8th grade only)

May 28, 2015 (8th grade only)

June 9, 2015

May 18, 2015 (6th, 7th, & 9th grades only)

June 4, 2015 (6th, 7th, & 9th grades only)

2014-2015 Assessment Schedule

Updated 6/18/2014

Spring Semester Test Dates Due Date

NAEP (8th Grade only) 1/26 & 2/20 2/27/2015 CA Fitness Exam 2/3 to 3/14 3/21/2015

Smarter Balanced Summative Assessment (Middle School)

3/4 to 5/28 6/4/2015

TIMSS 4/7 to 5/22 5/29/2015 CST Science 4/9 to 5/6 5/13/2015

Smarter Balanced Summative Assessment (High School)

4/15 to 5/28 6/4/2015

English Periodic Assessment 2

Math Periodic Assessment 2

Science Periodic Assessment 2

History Periodic Assessment 2

End of Course Math Assessment

(6th and 8th grade)

Fall Semester Test Dates Due Date

CELDT (for English Learners)

8/18 to 10/10 10/17/2014

English Periodic Assessment 1

Math Periodic Assessment 1

Science Periodic Assessment 1

History Periodic Assessment 1

2014-2015

Student Code of Conduct

As a student of Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy, I will uphold the rules of conduct to make my education at JNLA more meaningful and successful.

1. I will demonstrate respect for myself by maintaining great integrity and self-worth. 2. I will show respect for people and property at all times. 3. I will respect the rules established by my teachers and my school. 4. I will be punctual to show I value my time and the time of others. 5. I will ensure that our school environment is clean and litter-free to promote a beautiful place to

learn. I will do my part by placing all trash in the appropriate receptacles. I will not have gum in my possession while on campus.

6. I will dress appropriately and in good taste by wearing clean, fresh, and spotless school apparel, including a white collared shirt and school tie.

7. I will refrain from unsafe and distracting activities including facial piercings, using cellular phones, using drugs, fighting , and tagging on school materials and property.

8. I will represent myself and my family in a positive way by NOT associating myself with any negative affiliations.

“Only  surround  yourself  with  people  who  lift  you  higher.”- Oprah Winfrey

Dress Code All students are expected to wear the approved school apparel. Please do not wear clothing items that are not part of the approved school apparel.

For Boys: For Girls: *Khaki (tan/beige) pants (No shorts or jeans) *Short or long -sleeved white button-down shirts with collars (only white T-shirts are to be worn underneath and tucked into pants) that must be worn with the designated school tie. * Jackets, sweaters, and sweatshirts must be a solid navy blue color with no logos (other than JNLA), stripes, or designs (No hooded sweatshirts) *Solid white, brown, or black shoes with rubber soles.

*Khaki (tan/beige) pants or plaid school skirts. (No leggings, shorts or jeans) *Short-sleeved white button-down shirts with collars and ties (only white T-shirts and/or white or beige undergarments are to be worn underneath and tucked into pants/skirts.) * Jackets, sweaters, and sweatshirts must be a solid navy blue color with no logos (other than JNLA), stripes, or designs (No hooded sweatshirts) *Solid white, brown, or black shoes with rubber soles.

Physical Education School apparel: All  students  must  wear  the  school’s  designated  physical  education  uniform gray shirts and navy blue shorts) and appropriate footwear.

DOs DON’Ts Wear your shirts tucked in. Wear your school apparel, including

appropriate school sweaters. Wear the appropriate waist size. Wear classic khaki pants. Wear clean shoes at all times. Make sure your undergarments do not

show. Wear white, black or brown shoes. Wear solid color belts. Maintain proper hygiene. **Completely turn off your phone when

you enter the campus (the school is not liable for lost, stolen, or damaged personal electronics)

** Confiscated items, including cellular phones, MP3 players, ,personal electronic devices, makeup, hats, earphones, food (in the classroom), permanent markers, non-approved sweaters, etc. will be returned to the  student’s  parent/guardian  at  the  end  of  the day after the first offense, and then on Friday afternoons for every subsequent offense.

Dye your hair an unnatural color. Dye your hair blonde, or any other bright

color, or add streaks of color on any part of your hair.

Pierce body parts other than ears. Wear your shirt un-tucked. Wear skinny jeans, sweats, stretch pants,

tights, cargo pants. Wear baggy and oversized clothing. Write on your shoes. Show your undergarments. Wear sandals, bedroom slippers, flip flops

or high heels Wear belts with over-sized buckles, logos,

or other decorations. Wear oversized or multiple layers of

jewelry (e.g. hoops, bangles, plugs, body piercing, etc.).

Wear or bring any type of make-up. Have a mohawk, spiked hair, shaved words

on your head. Tag on school materials and property. Wear sweaters with non-JNLA logos. Bring permanent markers.

* Administration of JNLA has the final say on what is acceptable at school.

PLEASE LABEL ALL ITEMS OF CLOTHING WITH YOUR NAME SO THEY CAN BE RETURNED IF LOST. The Lost and Found area is located in the Welcome Center. Please check the Lost and Found area before or after school.

Unclaimed items left in the Lost and Found area may be donated or discarded every month.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT AGREEMENT

“Promise  me  that  you  are  braver  than  you  believe,  stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think”- Christopher Robin to Winnie the Pooh

I, ______________________________________, agree to follow every expectation stated in the Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy Student Code of Conduct and will always act with utmost integrity. ____________________________________ Date:______________________ Signature of Student ____________________________________ ___________________________________ Signature of Parent/Guardian Signature of Additional Adult Mentor

2014-2015

NCPA Student Code of Conduct As a scholar of Nava College Preparatory Academy, I will uphold the rules of conduct to make my education at NCPA more meaningful and successful.

1. I will demonstrate respect for myself by maintaining great integrity and self-worth. 2. I will show respect for people and property at all times. 3. I will respect the rules established by my teachers and my school. 4. I will be punctual to show I value my time and the time of others. 5. I will ensure that our school environment is clean and litter-free to promote a

beautiful place to learn. I will do my part by placing all trash, including gum, in the appropriate receptacles. I will not chew gum while in class.

6. I will dress appropriately and in good taste by wearing clean, fresh, and spotless school apparel, including a white collared shirt and school tie.

7. I will refrain from unsafe and distracting activities including facial piercings, using drugs, fighting, using cellular phones and other personal electronic devices, and tagging on school materials and property.

8. I will represent myself and my family in a positive way by NOT associating myself with any negative affiliations.

“Only  surround  yourself  with  people  who  lift  you  higher.”- Oprah Winfrey

Dress Code

All students at NCPA are expected to wear the approved school apparel. Please do not wear to clothing items that are not part of the approved school apparel.

For Boys: For Girls: *Black pants or slacks (NO shorts or jeans) *Short or long -sleeved white button-down shirts with collars (only white T-shirts are to be worn underneath and tucked into pants) that must be worn with the designated school tie. * Jackets, sweaters, and sweatshirts must be a solid black color with no logos (other than NCPA), stripes, or designs (NO hooded sweatshirts other than NCPA)

*Black pants, slacks, or school skirts. (NO leggings, jeggings, shorts or jeans) *Short-sleeved white button-down shirts with collars and ties (only white T-shirts and/or white or beige undergarments are to be worn underneath and tucked into pants.) that must be worn with the designated school tie. * Jackets, sweaters, and sweatshirts must be a solid black color with no logos (other than NCPA), stripes, or designs (NO hooded sweatshirts other than NCPA)

Physical Education School apparel: All  students  must  wear  the  school’s  designated  physical  education  uniform gray shirts and navy blue shorts) and appropriate footwear. Students who do not bring their school apparel must borrow loaner items from the office and return the items by the end of the day, or call home to ask their parents to drop off appropriate school apparel.

DOs DON’Ts Wear your shirts tucked in. Wear your school apparel, including

appropriate school sweaters. Wear the appropriate waist size. Wear classic black pants or slacks. Wear clean shoes at all times. Ensure  your  undergarments  don’t  show. Maintain proper hygiene. **Completely turn off your phone when

you enter the campus (the school is not liable for lost, stolen, or damaged personal electronics)

** Confiscated items, including cellular phones, MP3 players, personal electronic devices, makeup, hats, earphones, food (in the classroom), permanent markers, non-approved sweaters, etc. will be returned  to  the  student’s  parent/guardian at the end of the day after the first offense, and then on Friday afternoons for every subsequent offense.

Dye your hair an unnatural color. Pierce body parts other than ears. Wear your shirt un-tucked. Wear skinny jeans, sweats, stretch

pants, jeggings, tights, cargo pants. Wear baggy and oversized clothing. Write on your shoes. Show your undergarments. Wear sandals, bedroom slippers, flip

flops or high heels. Wear belts with over-sized buckles

logos or other decorations. Wear oversized or multiple layers of

jewelry (i.e. large hoops, bangles, plugs, stretchers, body piercings, etc.).

Have a Mohawk, spiked hair, shaved words on your head.

Tag on school materials & property. Wear sweaters with non-NCPA logos Wear non-NCPA hooded sweaters Bring permanent markers Bring other restricted items to school

* Administration of NCPA will determine appropriate school apparel and conduct.

Dress Code for Designated Fridays: Students will be allowed to wear school spirit apparel promoting NCPA pride, school team sports, school sponsored clubs, and clothing with college/university logos on designated Fridays. Free-Dress days will also be occasionally scheduled by the administration team.

PLEASE LABEL ALL ITEMS OF CLOTHING WITH YOUR NAME SO THEY CAN BE RETURNED IF LOST.

A Lost and Found area can be found in the Welcome Center. Please check the Lost and Found area before or after school. Unclaimed items left in the Lost and Found area may be donated or discarded every month.

------------------------------------------------------------ STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT AGREEMENT

I, __________________, agree to follow every promise stated in the Nava College Preparatory Academy Student Code of Conduct and will always act with utmost integrity. ____________________________________ ___________________________________ Signature of Student Date ____________________________________ ___________________________________ Signature of Parent/Guardian Signature of an Additional Adult Mentor

NCPA Student Code of Conduct, page 2

Los Angeles Unified School DistrictSecondary

School-Wide Positive Behavior Intervention and Support(SWPBIS)LAUSD will implement alternatives to suspension alongwith the positive behavior interventions in the DisciplineFoundation Policy. Appropriate prevention and interventionapproaches provide accountability and reconciliation throughunderstanding the impact of the discipline incident andrepairing the harm caused through a shared decision-makingprocess.

Alternatives to suspension and positive behaviorinterventions and supportsAlternatives to suspension strategies will be utilized for allstudents and in a consistent and age-appropriate mannerprior to any suspensions except those limited offenses wheresuspension is required under California Education Code§48915(c). As of 2013, no student will be suspended orexpelled for a “willful defiance” (48900(k) offense.

School discipline and school-based arrest and citation dataavailable for viewingLAUSD will publish monthly in and out-of-school suspension,opportunity transfer, expulsion, citation, and school-basedarrest data for the school-site or the District. Such data, whenapplicable and available, will be disaggregated by subgroups,including race, ethnicity, English Learner status, disability,gender, socioeconomic status and offense, but provided in away to maintain the privacy of individual students.

Restorative Justice (RJ) approaches that resolve studentinterpersonal conflictBeginning in 2015-2016 schools will have developed andbegun implementation of Restorative Justice (RJ) approaches,when appropriate, that resolve school disciplinary incidentsby having personnel trained in restorative strategies and allparties involved willingly come together, identify the harm

that was caused, and develop an agreement on how to restore harmony. Through the restorative process, the group develops a shared agreement for repairing harm and addressing root causes to prevent future harm. Restorative Justice (RJ) approaches may be used as an intervention consistent with the School-Wide Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (SWPBIS) policy for all school disciplinary incidents unless a recommendation for expulsion is required as under California Education Code Section 48915 or when safety is at risk.

A District SWPBIS Task ForceThe SWPBIS Task Force shall include a teacher, student,administrator and parent representatives from eachEducational Service Center as well as members fromcommunity organizations to make recommendations, andwill make recommendations for implementing a District-wideculture of positive and Restorative Justice (RJ) approaches toworking with students, staff and parents/guardians.

Guidelines regarding the roles and responsibilities ofSchool Police Officers on campusStudents have the right to safe and healthy schoolenvironments that minimize the involvement of lawenforcement, probation and the juvenile and criminal justicesystem, to the greatest extent possible and when legallyfeasible.

A system to file a formal complaint if School-Wide PositiveBehavior Intervention and Support is notimplementedStudents and parents/guardians have theright to file a formal complaint if SWPBISis not implemented within 60 days of arequest.

Board Resolution 2013 School Discipline Policy and School Climate Bill of RightsAdopted by the Los Angeles Unified School District Board of Education on May 14, 2013

School Climate Bill of RightsThe Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) is committed to providing safe and healthy school environments that support all students in every aspect of their well-being. LAUSD students, staff and parents/guardians value fair and consistent guidelines for implementing and developing a culture of discipline based on positive behavior interventions and away from punitive approaches that infringe on instructional time.

The Los Angeles Unified School District is committed to providing students a vigorous education that promotes opportunities to select college or career paths that will lead them to becoming productive members of society. All Los Angeles Unified School District students will attend schools with climates that focus on safety, teaching and learning, interpersonal relationships, and the institutional environment that influence student learning and well-being. These positive school climates will offer:

Student Behavioral Expectations Selected Areas Be Safe Be Respectful Be Responsible Assembly

(MPR) � Keep assembly area

(MPR) clear � Wait for an adult’s

direction

� Applaud appropriately � Sit or stand properly � Do not yell or disrupt

speakers or presentations

� Model school rules for others

Bus � Sit in your assigned seat � Keep your hands and

feet to yourself

� Use quiet voices on the bus

� Wait to be excused � Arrive punctually at

assigned bus stop

Cafeteria

� Keep all food to yourself

� Wait to be excused � Wait for an adult’s

direction � Do not run in the

pavilion area

� Always sit in your designated area

� Allow others to sit next to you

� Use quiet voices � Raise hand if you need

assistance

� When going through the line get all utensils and food

� Throw away tray and food appropriately

� Eat food in pavilion area � Remember your student

number to receive lunch � Do not overfill trash cans

Classroom � Keep aisles clean and orderly

� Be aware of your surroundings

� Be respectful to peers, adults, and visitors

� Do not damage school property

� Actively be engaged and participate in class activities

� Keep your desk area clean and orderly

� Come to class prepared � Bring your materials � Stay on assigned task � Arrive on time

Library � Walk while in the library � Adult supervision is

required to enter to library

� Use quiet voices in the library

� Do not damage school property

� Keep the computer lab area clean and organized

� Keep the library clean and orderly

� Return books in current condition to the proper shelf, on time

� Report any damages to staff

Office � Walk to the office � Notify your teacher and

get a pass before going to the office

� Use quiet voices in the office

� Be respectful to office staff

� Wait patiently

� If sent by an adult, present the referral slip to office

Blacktop Area

� Walk to and from the blacktop area

� Stay within designated areas

� When directed, you must finish activity

� Play fairly � Include everyone � Follow the rules

� Take care of sports equipment

� Do not leave trash on the basketball courts or soccer field

Restrooms � Wash hands with soap � Keep water in sink � Appropriately use the

hand dryer

� Knock on stall door � Give people privacy � Use quiet voices

� Flush toilet after use � Return to your room

promptly � Use a restroom pass � Use restroom appropriately

Passing Period/ Hallway

� Walk to your next class in an appropriate manner

� When walking to and from class, stay to the right side of the hallway

� Use a respectful voice in the halls

� Wait for next class quietly along the wall or the teacher designated assigned area

� Go directly to your next class

� Be on time � If possible, use the restroom

before class and/or during lunch

August 1, 2014

Three Tiers of School Behavior 2014-2015

Tier One Behavior Definition Examples

Minor infractions/behaviors that: - Do not require administrator

involvement - Do not significantly violate the rights

of others - Do not appear to be chronic

� Refusing to follow directions � Disrupting instructional activities � Using inappropriate language (an isolated

incident) � Chewing gum/eating candy � Using cell phone/other personal electronic device

in class

Tier Two Behavior Definition Examples

Significant infractions/behaviors that: - Significantly violate the rights of

others - Put others at risk or harm - Represent chronic Tier One

Behaviors

� Talking back/arguing with an adult � Throwing objects � Excessive talking on a consistent basis � Refusing to follow directions on a consistent basis � Excessive use of inappropriate language � Attempting to cause physical injury to others

Tier Three Behavior Definition Examples

Major infractions/behaviors that: - Violate District policy or laws - Require administrator involvement - Represent chronic Tier Two

Behaviors

� Bullying other students or adults (please see the “No Bullying or Hazing Contract” in the planner)

� Any form of harassment � Making racial, ethnic, religious, or sexual slurs � Excessive talking back/arguing with an adult � Drawing pictures that illustrate violent/inappropriate

behaviors � Possession of controlled substances � Possession of banned items, such as drug

paraphernalia, laser pointers, weapons, etc. � Fighting � See Definitions of Major Behaviors

Definitions of Major Behaviors 2014-2015

Abusive/

Inappropriate Language

Verbal messages that include swearing, intimidation, or using words in an inappropriate way in such a manner that the learning environment is significantly disrupted. (different from Harassment/Discrimination)

Fighting

At least two students mutually engaged in serious physical contact (punching, kicking, scratching, hair pulling, hitting with object).

Physical Aggression

One student making serious physical contact upon another (hitting, punching, kicking, scratching, hair pulling, hitting with object).

Insubordination

Complete refusal to follow staff directions in such a manner that the learning environment is significantly disrupted and/or the students places his/herself in a dangerous situation.

Student Threat

Student delivers a message (verbalized, written, drawn, through the Internet, cyber bullying, through intimidation, or gestured) toward another that conveys an act of intended injury or harm.

Disruption

Behavior causing a sustained and significant interruption of a class or activity.

Harassment/ Discrimination

Repeated teasing, name calling, or other actions, as well as activities or statements intended to be offensive of one’s religion, race, heritage, color, and disability, including sexual harassment.

Property Damage (school)

Deliberately impairing the usefulness of school property. (different from vandalism).

Property Damage (Others)

Deliberately impairing the usefulness of another’s student’s or staff member’s personal property.

Vandalism

Participating in an activity that results in substantial destruction or disfigurement of property, including tagging or graffiti.

Theft

Possession of, having passed on, or the removing of someone else’s property.

Other

Could include: possession (tobacco, laser pointers, vaporizers, drugs, alcohol, or weapons), arson, forgery, bomb threat, false alarms, extortion, sexual battery/assault computer use violation, leaving campus, gambling, and habitual truancy.

Everyone has the right to attend a school that is safe and respectful.

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JNLA and NCPA ATTENDANCE and TARDY POLICY 2014-2015

Attendance Policy

Excellent school attendance paves the way for academic achievement. The LAUSD goal is for all students to attend school 96% of the time or better, having no more than 7 absences per school year. It is important that you attend every day, arrive on time and stay for the full length of the school day.

Unverified absences may result in you being classified as truant. A truancy is defined by the State of California as any student with 3 unexcused absences or tardies in excess of 30 minutes or combination thereof in one school year. California Education Code section (E.C.) 48260 requires school districts to notify parents when their child is classified as truant. LAUSD has automated Initial Truancy Letter to notify parents/guardians in a timely manner. To avoid being classified as a truant, you must submit a note or documentation for all absences, tardies and leaving early to the Welcome Center. Please make sure you put your complete name and the SLC (School of Arts and Culture or Business and Technology School) on the note. If a note is not received with 10 days following the absence, the absence will be marked as unexcused. According to the district policy three days tardy equals one unexcused absence, thus affecting a student’s chance for good attendance recognition.

Tardy Sweeps

1. After the tardy bell rings, teachers will not allow late students into class.

2. Tardy students will be directed to the plaza area where they will report their tardy at a service station. Tardies will be documented in a log for monitoring purposes and kept in school files. After the third reported tardy, students will begin to receive school beautification or detention every time they are late.

3. Students will then receive a tardy slip and will be directed to immediately report to class. Teachers will not readmit students to class without tardy slip.

4. The school will strictly monitor students who are frequently late and an administrator will conduct a conference with parents to address and resolve the problem.

Tardy Consequences 1st tardy and 2nd tardy- Warning 3rd tardy- Final Warning 4th-6th tardy- Phone call, parent notification, and/or home visit 7 or more Cumulative Tardies - Student is placed on Loss of Privileges

List and referred to PSA Counselor for further intervention

*Student tardy counts and consequences are reset at the beginning of each quarter. However, an administrative conference will be scheduled with parents and child who has been habitually late.

Loss of Privileges List Students placed on this list will be restricted from participating in specified extra-curricular activities until they meet with an administrator, PSA Counselor, or Academic Counselor. Loss of Privileges list includes, but is not limited to: dances, field trips, special activities (e.g. assemblies, pep rallies, sporting events).

JNLA/NCPA LOCKER POLICY 1

Locker Policy Agreement 2014-2015

I. PURPOSE:

The purpose of this policy is to provide a safe and healthful educational environment by

articulating the use of a hallway and physical education locker.

II. GENERAL STATEMENT OF POLICY: Summary

The provision of a hallway and physical education locker is a privilege and not a right at Dr. Julian

Nava Learning Academy and Nava College Preparatory Academy. A locker is assigned to each

student. A school issued combination is provided for the entire school year. The locker is the

property of the school. A signed locker agreement is required to acknowledge an understanding

of the locker agreement.

Use only the locker assigned to you and keep it locked at all times. Do not tamper with another

locker or give your combination to another person. Lockers are provided as a service to students,

and the school accepts no responsibility for the contents of any locker.

A student’s locker or other storage area is subject to search, upon reasonable suspicion, for

prohibited or illegally possessed substances or objects or during routine locker inspections for rule

compliance and review of cleanliness. Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy reserves the right to

search the lockers when it is believed to be necessary for the health, safety, and welfare of other

students. Legal References: Education Code 49050-49501 and Penal Code 626.9

III. SPECIFIC GUIDELINES: Lockers

1. One locker is assigned for the PE facility, and one locker is assigned for the academic building

to each student at the beginning of the year or when student initially enrolls. Lockers will be

assigned for use only while the student is enrolled or school is in session. It is the student's

responsibility to remove articles from the locker when not enrolled or at the end of the school

year. At the end of the year, the seminar teacher will inspect lockers and will dispose of any

articles left inside.

2. Students may not change lockers under any circumstance.

JNLA/NCPA LOCKER POLICY 2

3. Each student is responsible for the care and appearance of his/her locker. Lockers should be

kept clean and neat, both inside and out. Every so often, you will be asked to clean out your

locker. Please cooperate and remove unwanted papers and other articles that might be

taking up valuable locker space.

4. Storage or possession of permanent markers, make-up, electronic devices, hats, and all other

items designated as not allowed/permitted in the JNLA student code of conduct is strictly

prohibited. In addition, items such as alcoholic beverages, flammable liquids, firearms,

explosives, other potentially dangerous/ hazardous or illegal substances in lockers are strictly

forbidden.

5. Lockers are subject to inspection by authorized school personnel at any time. Legal

References: Education Code 49050-49501 and Penal Code 626.9

6. Each locker will have a combination lock on it. Students will be assigned a combination when

lockers are assigned. Memorize your combination. Keep your locker locked at all times and

the combination secret! The student is responsible for keeping his/her locker combination

private and must not share this information with any other student for any reason. Never leave

your locker without making sure you have locked it. Shut the door, turn the combination dial,

and test the door to make sure it is locked.

7. The school is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

8. Report locker problems to your school administration.

9. Students who enter or attempt to enter another student’s locker are violating school rules and

are subject to consequences. Any person caught tampering, opening or removing items from

any locker other than his/her own, without proper authorization, will face disciplinary action.

10. Food items are not permitted in the locker under any circumstance.

11. Lockers are only to be accessed at four times during the school day: 1) before school [until

10:00am on Monday, and until 8:00am on Tuesday through Friday]; 2) before lunch; 3) after

lunch; 4) and after school.

12. Violation of any of the guidelines in this policy may result in a student’s loss of privilege to use

their locker.

13. The locker policy agreement will be submitted to school administration and kept on file

throughout the year.

IV. SPECIFIC GUIDELINES: Skateboard, Scooter, and Bike Racks

1. Students who bring a skateboard, scooter, or bicycle to school must bring their own lock to

secure their item in the designated rack on the blacktop.

2. Before students leave the skateboard, scooter, or bicycle rack area, they must check to make

sure their lock is secured properly.

3. Students are not allowed to store their belongings in the Welcome Center or any other office.

4. JNLA is not responsible for any personal items that are left, lost, misplaced, or taken from the

skateboard, scooter, or bicycle rack area.

LAUSD Middle School (6th – 8th) Grade Course Requirements

6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade

Fall Courses

Spring Courses

Fall Courses

Spring Courses

Fall Courses

Spring Courses

English 6A English 6B English 7A or ELD

English 7B or ELD

English 8A or ELD

English 8B or ELD

6th Grade CC Math

6A

6th Grade CC Math

6B

7th Grade CC Math

7A

7th Grade CC Math

7B

8th Grade CC Math

8A

8th Grade CC Math

8B

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WHG: Anc/Civ B

WHG: Med/Mod A

WHG: Med/Mod B

US History G&C A

US History G&C B

Science 6A Science 6B Science 7 Health JH Science 8A Science 8B

Intro PE A Intro PE B Beg PE A Beg PE B INT PE A INT PE B

Eighth Grade Culmination Policy 2014-2015

Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy adheres to the LAUSD standards and requirements

regarding 8th Grade Culmination.

Culmination Certificate of Completion and Participation in Ceremony:

- No  F’s  or  D’s  and  no  more  than  2  unsatisfactory  marks  (U’s)  in  the  Fall  and  Spring Semester. LAUSD adopted a no-credit  policy  for  F’s  or  D’s  in  high  school,  effective July 1, 2013, and JNLA will follow the same high expectations for our 8th grade students.

- Pass both English and Math classes in Fall and Spring Semesters of the 8th grade

- ALL textbooks and library books must be returned and book fines paid

- 96% student attendance rate, which means students can only be absent for 7 days during the year

- Students with on-going behavior problems may be eliminated from ceremony participation and extra-curricular activities at any time, regardless of academic achievement

- Dress code guidelines must be followed at the Culmination Ceremony

For extraordinary circumstances, the 8th grade Culmination Appeals Committee will

make  recommendations  on  student  appeals.    Based  on  the  committee’s  

recommendations, a decision will be made by the school principal. Our trust is in them!

As we begin the school year, please continue to ALWAYS do your best in school, with

good attendance, daily homework completion and observance of school rules and

expectations. These excellent daily practices, along with good parental involvement

should ensure that you will be walking across the 8th grade culmination stage!

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to see your academic

counselors.

Thank you for your cooperation in making this a successful school year as you transition

to high school.

Revised August 1, 2014

College & Career Readiness Through A-G• The mission of LAUSD is to graduate students who are college-prepared and career-ready.

In the 21st century workplace, finding and keeping a job that pays well requires higher-order thinking skills—those that we want every LAUSD student to learn.

• In order to accomplish this, students must take a rigorous high school program that teaches a foundation of skills that will help them to apply, analyze and synthesize complex information.

• LAUSD has incorporated A-G courses into its graduation requirements prioritizing the courses students need to ensure that they are college-prepared and career-ready by graduation day for the Class of 2017 and beyond.

• By adopting A-G as the standard and requiring students pass with a ‘C,’ LAUSD is raising the bar for all students to be competitive in today’s workforce, whether they go straight into a career or go on to a 4-year college.

All Youth Achieving

About the A-G Requirements

The A-G requirements are a sequence of 15 courses that are required for admission to the California State University (CSU) and University of California (UC) systems.

• Beginning with the Class of 2016, the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) will incorporate the A-G requirements into its graduation requirements to ensure that all graduates are prepared for college.

• By the Class of 2017, all students will have to complete the minimum course requirements for CSU or UC, which includes passing their A-G classes with a ‘C’ or better, in order to graduate.

College & Career Readiness Through A-G

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Alignment with A-GThe chart below shows how the LAUSD Graduation Requirements align with the A-G requirements:

LAUSD Requirements

A-G Requirements

History/Social Science

30 Credits A 2 years

English 40 Credits B 4 years

Mathematics 30 Credits C 3 years

Lab Sciences 10 Credits Biological10 Credits Physical

D 2 years*

World Language 20 Credits E 2 years

Visual & Performing Arts

10 Credits F 1 year

Electives 35 Credits G 1 year

Physical Education

20 Credits

Health 5 Credits

Non-Course Requirements

Service Learning Career Pathway

Assessment CAHSEE (or equivalent)

Total Credits 210

Passing GradesFor a course to be counted towards the A-G requirements, UC and CSU require that students earn a grade of C or higher. To help students become eligible for UC and CSU, LAUSD has made this part of its graduation requirements. Beginning with the class of 2017, students must pass the minimum A-G 15-course sequence with a C or higher. If a student earns lower than a C in any of these courses, the student must either repeat the course and earn a grade of C or better, or in approved cases, validate the course by earning a C or better on a more advanced course.

Eligibility for CollegeParents and students should be aware that completion of the A-G requirements does not guarantee admission to a university. A student’s grade point average and test scores will also factor into admissions decisions. In order to be competitive, students should plan to take higher levels of courses that exceed the A-G requirements. Students should consult their counselor for guidance in this area. Parents and students can log onto https://doorways.ucop.edu/list/ to see a list of A-G courses offered at each high school.

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Class of 2017:

Credits Needed to Promote to the Next Grade Level

*There are variations between CSU and UC science requirements. Students should consult with their counselor to ensure they will be eligible for the system they wish to attend.

Class of 2017 Graduation Requirements

All Youth Achieving College & Career Readiness Through A-G

Class of 2018 Graduation Requirements

Class of 2018:

Student/Parent/Teacher/Administrator Compact for 2014-2015

Each student should reach their highest potential for intellectual and social growth. To achieve this, the home and

school must work together by recognizing and agreeing upon the responsibilities of each party in this process.

AS A STUDENT I WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

Showing respect for all people and property.

Using appropriate language when speaking with fellow students and adults.

Following all established school and class rules.

Being in assigned seat and ready to work before the tardy bell.

Having all necessary materials and required daily schoolwork.

Leaving or entering classes only with permission.

Presenting identification when requested.

Keeping all food, gum and/or drinks out of classrooms or buildings.

Clearing absences by 7:45 a.m. in the office by presenting a note explaining the reason why the student was

absent.

Leaving school and the campus immediately upon dismissal, unless participating in an approved/supervised

after school activity.

Completing homework daily.

Wearing appropriate school apparel every day (white bottom-up collared shirt, designated tie, khaki.

AS A PARENT/GUARDIAN, I WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

Assuring that my child adheres to the school’s apparel code.

Participating in the education of my child and by attending parent/teacher conferences and school activities

for parents.

Returning all necessary forms and documents to the school on time and completed.

Providing notebooks, pencils and pens.

Making sure my child brings school supplies to school every day.

Assuring that my child completes the homework daily.

Coming to school to speak with the teacher if the need arises.

Providing a specific and appropriate time and place for my child to complete the homework assignments.

Recognizing my child at home for good behavior during school.

Follow through with any behavior/discipline problems identified by the school.

Visiting the school/classroom as frequently as possible, especially if the teacher communicates the need for a

meeting.

Sending my child to school on time.

Notifying the school when there is a change of address or telephone number.

Notifying the school when my child is absent and providing documentation.

Assuring that my child does not destroy materials and school property (i.e. books, equipment, computers, etc.).

Assuring that all school materials loaned to my child will be returned in the same condition, and brought to

school for use according to the teacher’s indications. Not double parking in front of the school or in the bus lane.

Assuring that my child does not bring weapons or any object that could be used as a weapon to school.

Making sure that my child walks as she or he enters the school.

Complying with any additional responsibilities and policies stipulated in the Single School Plan for Student

Achievement.

Student/Parent/Teacher/Administrator Compact for 2014-2015

AS A TEACHER, I WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

Reviewing analysis of current test data to align instructional goals and practices to address students’ needs. Teaching all major concepts and objectives in the District Course of Study, State Frameworks, and District/State

Standards. Identifying academic expectations for each grade level course content as delineated in District Course of

Study, State Frameworks and District/State Standards. Planning an integrated instructional sequence of concepts and skills to include grade level instruction,

motivation, direct teaching to objective, guided practice and experiences in various modalities, opportunities to extend thinking skills, independent practice, and assessment of learning objectives.

Maintaining a positive classroom environment using efficient and effective procedures. Providing learning experiences, which ensure student participation in both large and small group interactions

using heterogeneous or homogeneous groups as appropriate. Communicating the Standards to students and parents Using the Standards to guide instruction and select materials. Using appropriate assessments of student achievement that are linked to the Standards. Ensuring compatibility by using District criteria for evaluating student work. Combine results from multiple measures to determine subject marks and student eligibility for promotion. Contribute to shared decision making process and participate in staff development and training. Communicating with colleagues to impart/gain knowledge and skills related to teaching/learning new ideas

using materials, professional growth activities, and methods or strengthening instructional practices. Participating with peers in coming to consensus regarding instructional issues. Encouraging active parent involvement in instructional activities. Continuing professional education in order to keep up with the growing body of professional knowledge about

effective instructional methods. Complying with any additional responsibilities and policies stipulated in the Elect-to-Work Achievement.

AS THE PRINCIPAL/ADMINISTRATOR, I WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

Ensuring that our school provides high quality curriculum and instruction in a safe and supportive learning environment that enables all the students to meet or exceed student performance standards.

Acting as the instructional leader by supporting teachers in their classrooms. Providing for two way communication between home and school, in order for parents/guardians to have

reasonable access for discussing matters relating to their sons/daughters. Reinforcing the partnership between parent/guardian, student, and staff by providing home school strategies

to assist learning at home. Creating a welcoming environment for students, families, and community members. Communicating to parents/guardians the importance of reading daily with their sons/daughters. Providing a process for ongoing planning, reviewing, and improving school activities and programs. Soliciting feedback from students, families, and staff about school programs, policies, and activities; responding

in a timely manner to such feedback. Providing appropriate training and workshops for teacher and parent/guardians. Complying with any additional training and workshops for teacher and parent/guardians. Complying with any additional responsibilities and policies stipulated in the Single School Plan for Student

Achievement.

Physical Education Vocabulary

Health-Related Components of Fitness

Cardiovascular Endurance The ability of the heart, lungs, and vascular systems to effectively deliver oxygen-rich blood to working muscles during sustained physical activity. Muscular Strength The ability of your muscles to exert a maximal force or at a single given point. Muscular Endurance The ability to exert a sub-maximal force repeatedly or maintain a muscle contraction for an extended period of time. Flexibility The ability to move a muscle through a full range of motion at the joint(s) it’s located at. Body Composition The relative percentage of fat in a person's body when compared to lean muscle, bone and other body tissue.

Skill-Related Components of Fitness

Reaction Time The ability to respond quickly to stimuli. Speed The ability to cover a distance as quickly as possible. Agility The ability to rapidly and accurately change direction while moving. Balance The ability to maintain equilibrium while stationary or moving. Power The combination of speed and strength, power is the ability to exert maximum force in a quick explosive burst. Coordination The ability to use the senses and body parts to perform specific tasks. August 2014

1.PersistingStick to it! Persevering in task through to completion; remaining focused. Looking for ways to reach your goal when stuck. Not giving up.

2.Managing impulsivityTake your Time! Thinking before acting; remaining calm, thoughtful and deliberative.

3.Listening with understanding and empathyUnderstand Others! Devoting mental energy to another person’s thoughts and ideas. Make an effort to perceive another’s point of view and emotions.

4.Thinking flexibly

Look at it Another Way! Being able to change perspectives, generate alternatives, consider options.

5.Thinking about your thinking (Metacognition)Know your knowing! Being aware of your own thoughts, strategies, feelings and actions and their effects on others.

6.Striving for accuracyCheck it again! Always doing your best. Setting high standards. Checking and finding ways to improve constantly.

7.Questioning and problem posingHow do you know? Having a questioning attitude; knowing what data are needed and developing questioning strategies to produce those data. Finding problems to solve.

8.Applying past knowledge to new situationsUse what you Learn! Accessing prior knowledge; transferring knowledge beyond the situation in which it was learned.

9.Thinking and communicating with clarity and precisionBe clear! Striving for accurate communication in both written and oral form; avoiding over generalizations, distortions, deletions and exaggerations.

10.Gather data through all senses: Use your natural pathways! Pay attention to the world around you Gather data through all the senses; taste, touch, smell, hearing and sight.

11.Creating, imagining, and innovatingTry a different way! Generating new and novel ideas, fluency, originality

12.Responding with wonderment and awe Have fun figuring it out! Finding the world

awesome, mysterious and being intrigued with phenomena and beauty.

13.Taking responsible risksVenture out! Being adventuresome; living on the edge of one’s competence. Try new things constantly.

14.Finding humorLaugh a little! Finding the whimsical, incongruous and unexpected. Being able

to laugh at oneself.

15.Thinking interdependentlyWork together! Being able to work in and learn from others in reciprocal situations. Team work.

16. Remaining open to continuous learningI have so much more to learn! Having humility and pride when admitting we don’t know; resisting complacency.

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Important Dates to Remember for the 2014-2015 School Year

Event Date(s)

Back to School Night (minimum day) Wednesday, August 27, 2014

Admissions Day (no school) Friday, August 29, 2014

Labor Day (no school) Monday, September 1, 2014

Nava Founder’s Day Festival Saturday, September 13, 2014

1st Semester Parent Conferences (minimum days)

Wednesday, October 15 through Friday, October 17, 2014

Unassigned Day (no school) Thursday, September 25, 2014

Veterans Day Holiday (no school) Monday, November 10 and Tuesday, November 11, 2014

Thanksgiving Holiday Monday, November 24 through Friday, November 28, 2014

Winter Vacation Monday, December 22, 2014 through Friday, January 9, 2015

Dr. M. L. King, Jr. Holiday (no school) Monday, January 19, 2015

Open House (minimum day) Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Presidents’ Day Holiday (no school) Monday, February 16, 2015

2nd Semester Parent Conferences (minimum days)

Wednesday, March 25 through Friday, March 27, 2015

Spring Vacation Monday, March 30, 2015 through Friday, April 10, 2015

Final Exam Prep Day (minimum day) Friday, May 15, 2015

Memorial Day Holiday (no school) Monday, May 25, 2015

Last Day of School (minimum day) Tuesday, June 9, 2015

8th Grade Culmination Ceremony Wednesday, June 10, 2015