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Middle School Orientation
ORIENTATIONSTUDENT20132014Dear 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 VicturusStudy like you will live foreverCHARTER SCHOOLSINTERNATIONAL STUDIES
Recognitions
International Studies Charter Middle School (ISCMS) has achieved a remarkable goal by ranking in the top 5 middle schools in Miami-Dade county and 9th in the state of Florida.
ISCMS has been an A school for three years in a row.Recognitions
International Studies ranks as a gold medal winner. We are #2 in Florida and #15 in the nation out of 22, 000 public high schools in 49 states and the District of Colombia.
International Studies ranks #65 in Florida and #290 in the nation and only 1,930 of the top high schools in the nation are ranked.
International Studies ranks #32 in Florida and #447 in the nation and only 1,000 of the top public high schools in the nation are ranked.
PEOPLE YOU SHOULD KNOW
AdministrationVictoriano RodrguezPrincipal
Janette CruzAssistant Principal
Student ServicesMs. Teresa Valdes: E-Mail [email protected] Hours: Monday through Thursday from 8:30AM -2:30 PMBy APPOINTMENT ONLY, unless it is an emergency
Services Provided:Course Credit AnalysisAssistance with Subject SelectionProbation Meetings Assistance with Schedule ChangesAdvisement regarding course/credit recoveryCounselingFacilitator of Parent/Teacher ConferencesFacilitator of Student/Parent Conferences
CAP (College Advising Program)Dr. Jon Page: E-Mail [email protected]: 305-904-2906
Office Hours: By Appointment Only
Services Provided:Assistance with College PreparationAssistance with College SelectionAssistance with College Financial AidAssistance with Scholarship InformationAssistance with Bright FuturesAssistance with Subject SelectionAssistance with Course Credit Analysis
Parent Volunteer Hours, Student Community ServiceI.S.C.H.S ActivitiesClass ClubsMiddle School OfficersClass of 2014(Seniors)Class of 2015(Juniors)Class of 2016(Sophomores)Class of 2017(Freshmen)Language ClubsFrench ClubItalian ClubSpanish ClubNationally Recognized ClubsKey ClubMu Alpha ThetaNational Honor SocietyNational Junior Honor SocietyInterest ClubsAudio/Video ClubArt ClubBible ClubDrama ClubEagle Athletics ClubFilm ClubMusical Theater ClubYearbook ClubInter-Organizational CouncilStudent Government Associationwww.ischs.netischsactivities.gmail.com
How to join a team @ ISCHS
Attend sports meeting on August 21,2013. 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 ContractHS Sports Fall- Girls Volleyball- Boys Flag FootballWinter- Girls & Boys Soccer- Girls & Boys BasketballSpring- Boys Tennis- Girls Flag Football- Boys VolleyballAlfred Mitat305-643-2955 Ext [email protected] Website: www.c2cschools.com/ISCHSEAGLESFHSAA Site - www.fhsaa.orgI.S.C.H.S Athletics
People you should knowMain OfficeLourdes VasquezRegistrar
Liaran Aleman Attendance Clerk
Leonela RoheidyAdministrative Assistant
People you should knowMain OfficeMaria de ArmasCafeteria Manager
Maria RodrguezSchool Treasurer
People you should knowSecurity
Christopher Troy VilimJesus de Armas Jose Alvarez
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
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; however, we have flyers of available bus companies (located in the main office).
You may also check MDCPS website for an approved bus list(www.dadeschools.net)
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
Every parent volunteer must be cleared through MDCPS background clearance in order to volunteer
Security and Medical concernsIn order to maintain a safe learning environment, our school employs several security guards and maintains locked facilities
Please see the main office if you have any allergies or medical concerns
All medications must be administered to students by office personnel
Bell SchedulePeriodHigh School ScheduleMiddle School ScheduleBlock 1:7:30-8:30N/ABlock 2:Period 2/38:35 10:208:35 10:20
Block 3:Period 4/5Lunch10:25 12:40
***Lunch (1st, 2nd or 3rd) is determinedby the students 4th or 5th period class.10:25 12:40
***Lunch (1st, 2nd or 3rd) is determinedby the students 4th or 5th period class.
Block 4 :Period 6/712:45 2:3012:45 2:30Block 5:MS HomeroomHS Dismissal2:302:35 3:30All students should check student portal on Miami Dade county public schools website for their class schedule.Students will be directed on the first day of school
Discipline PolicyMust be served within 48 hours
Parents must sign detention slip
Detentions will be served in room 101:
Middle School 8:00am- 8:30amHigh School 2:35pm- 3:05pm
DetentionsCode of Student Conduct/ Cell Phone PolicyElectronic devices will not be given back to students under any circumstance.
To reclaim a device, the students 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
Social NetworkingFacebook, 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
Ex. Threats, hacking, damaging equipment, nude or semi nude photos(please refer to the student code of conduct)
Parents are responsible for monitoring and regulating students use of electronic devices
Discipline Policy
Communicating with TeachersWebsite- via emailPhone call to teacherCounselorAdministration
Please allow 48 hours for a response.
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 LogoNavy 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.
Lunch/BreakfastA 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.
MealReducedFull priceBreakfast$0.30$2.00Lunch$0.40$3.50
Parent Volunteer HoursParents/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 MayGRADES 6-11: Failure to complete the 30 hours will result in your child being placed on the waiting list for the following school year and not automatically re-registeredFor more information about volunteer opportunities, please see the schools website or contact the PTSA
Before/After School Care ProgramIn order for students to remain on campus after school, they need to be enrolled in an after school activity or 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 ProgramFirst hour dedicated to home learningTutoring availableLight Snacks provided
Entertainment:Academic activitiesFoosball, Nintendo 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.
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 - Rosa ValdesVice President (Middle School) - Suzanne SantiagoVice President (High School) - Robert MedellTreasurer - Dulce Del PozoRecording Secretary - Janet FerraCorresponding Secretary - Karen Loucel
807 SW 25th AveMiami, FL 33135Phone 305-643-2955Fax 305-643-2956Website: www.ischs.netSchool Contact Information
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