DeLand High School

Freshmen Orientation2017

RISING

Bulldogs

Table of ContentsSchool Map Pg 3

Bell Schedules Pg 4

Graduation Requirements Pg 7

Grading Information Pg 8

Advanced Placement Pg 9

Dual Enrollment Pg 9

Superintendent’s Diploma of Distinction Pg 9

Sports Pg 10

Clubs Pg 11

BYOT Information Pg 14

Free/Reduced Lunch Information Pg 14

Code of Conduct Information Pg 14

Dress Code Pg 15

Public Release Form Pg 17

Computer Usage Form Pg 19-20

VPortal, Gradebook, Office 365 Pg 21

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Map

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DeLand High’s

Regular Bell Schedule

2016 - 2017

Regular Bell Schedule (50 minute classes/36 minute lunch)

First Bell: 7:21

Warning Bell 7:27

Period 1: 7:29-8:19

Warning Bell: 8:25

Period 2: 8:27-9:17

Warning Bell: 9:23

Period 3: 9:25-10:15

Warning Bell: 10:21

Announcements 10:23-10:25

Period 4: 10:25-11:15

Lunch 11:15-11:51 Warning Bell: 11:21

Warning Bell: 11:57 Period 5: 11:23-12:13

Period 5: 11:59-12:49 Lunch: 12:13-12:49

Warning Bell: 12:55

Period 6: 12:57-1:47

Warning Bell: 1:53

Period 7: 1:55-2:45

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Lunch Periods are determined by your 5th period class.

1st Lunch: Buildings 1, 9, 10, 12, 13 (not dance), 14, 15, 18, 19

2nd Lunch: Buildings 2, 6, 7, 8, 11, 13 (dance ONLY), 17, 20 and ROTC

** Building assignments subject to change.

DeLand High’s Early Release

Bell Schedule 2016 - 2017

Early Release Bell Schedule (42 min. classes/34 min. lunch)

First Bell: 7:21

Warning Bell 7:27

Period 1: 7:29-8:11

Warning Bell: 8:17

Period 2: 8:19-9:01

Warning Bell: 9:07

Period 3: 9:09-9:51

Warning Bell: 9:57

Period 4: 9:59- 10:41

Lunch: 10:41-11:15 Warning Bell: 10:47

Warning Bell: 11:21 Period 5: 10:49-11:31

Period 5: 11:23-12:05 Lunch: 11:31-12:05

Warning Bell: 12:11

Period 6: 12:13-12:55

Warning Bell: 1:01

Period 7: 1:03-1:45

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Lunch Periods are determined by your 5th period class.

1st Lunch: Buildings 1, 9, 10, 12, 13 (not dance), 14, 15, 18, 19

2nd Lunch: Buildings 2, 6, 7, 8, 11, 13 (dance ONLY), 17, 20 and ROTC

** Building assignments subject to change.

Alternative Bell Schedule (for monthly meetings)

DeLand High’s

Mentoring Bell Schedule

Early Release Wednesdays

2016 – 2017

First Bell: 7:21

Warning Bell 7:26

Period 1: 7:29-8:09

Warning Bell: 8:13

Period 2: 8:15-8:58

Warning Bell: 9:02

Period 3: 9:04-9:44

Warning Bell: 9:48

Period 4: 9:50-10:30

Lunch 10:30-11:27

(Teachers lunch first 30 minutes/27 minutes mentoring

Warning Bell: 11:31

Period 5: 11:33-12:13

Warning Bell: 12:17

Period 6: 12:19-12:59

Warning Bell: 1:03

Period 7: 1:05-1:45

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Graduation Requirements[Class of 2020 – Graduation Plan 61]

*Student must participate in the EOC Assessment and their performance on the EOC constitutes 30% of the final course grade.

**As of 2014, if a student enrolls in Algebra 2, then the performance on the EOC constitutes 30% of the final course grade.

OTHER GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS: 2.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) One course must be taken on-line (can be satisfied by a blended class on DHS campus) Passing score on the Grade 10 ELA (or concordant scores on ACT/SAT) Passing score on the Algebra 1 EOC (or comparative score on the PERT)

**For more information see Mr. Kulik in Guidance.

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CATEGORIES CREDITSEnglish Language Arts 4Mathematics

1 credit in Algebra 1* 1 credit Geometry* 2 credits in any additional math courses**

4

Science 1 credit in Biology* 1 credit in a physical science course (Earth/Space Science,

Physical Science, Chemistry or Physics) 1 credit in an equally rigorous science course

3

Social Studies 1 credit in World History 1 credit in United States History* ½ credit in Economics with Financial Literacy ½ credit in United States Government

3

Physical Education ½ credit in Personal Fitness ½ credit in any other PE course

1

Performing Fine Arts 1Electives 8TOTAL 24

Grading InformationCredits are earned for each course with a passing grade at the end of each semester, excluding EOC courses which

earn credit after results from the EOC exams are received.

GRADE LEVEL PROMOTIONSophomore: 5 CreditsJunior: 11 CreditsSenior: 17 Credits

GRADING SCALECourses taken in High School are graded on the following scale:

A 90 - 100% Outstanding ProgressB 80 - 89% Above Average ProgressC 70 - 79% Average ProgressD 60 - 69% Unacceptable ProgressF 0 - 59% Failure

GRADUATION HONORSSumma Cum Laude: 3.9 Grade Point Average Magna Cum Laude: 3.7 Grade Point Average Cum Laude: 3.5 Grade Point Average

HONOR ROLLStudents may earn Honor Roll recognition by meeting the following criteria: (a) an average of 3.0 or above quality points; (b) no more than one C; (c) no letter grade below C; and (d) all conduct grades of 1.

HOMEWORK POLICYDeLand High School believes homework should be assigned in all courses where school learning experiences can

be effectively and practically continued beyond the classroom. Teachers will assign homework which will be meaningful and related to classroom learning activities. Homework shall be evaluated, returned to the student, and in some cases, included as part of the student’s academic grade. A primary concern in our pursuit of excellence is the involvement of the family in student achievement. Homework provides an avenue for such involvement.

MAKE-UP WORKStudents are given one day to make up class work and homework for each day they were absent (up to a

maximum of 10 days). Students obtain makeup work in the following manner: On the day they return to class, students must bring a parent note excusing their absence. The note must be turned in to the guidance office excuse note box. Afterwards, absences will be marked excused in Gradebook. Students will be required to speak to their teachers directly to acquire all make-up work. Once completed, all make-up work should be returned to the appropriate teacher.

Parents of students who will be out of school for over 3 days due to illness or family emergency should consider asking for work which may be completed at home prior to their return. To request work during times of illness or family emergency, call 822-6909. If approved, advanced work will be requested of the teachers. The collection of this work takes 48 hours to complete and may be picked up in the Main Office. All other make-up work will have to be completed when the student returns.

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Advanced Placement ProgramThe Advanced Placement Program (AP) gives high school students the opportunity to pursue college level studies while still in high school with the possibility of receiving college credit upon entering college if they score at a certain level on the AP examinations. Examinations in a variety of subject areas are administered in May. Over 2,100 colleges may receive the grades and use them as the basis for granting credit and/or placement to entering students.

Courses offered at DeLand High School include Art, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, English Language and English Literature, Spanish, U.S. History, World History, Human Geography, Calculus, Statistics, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Government and Psychology.

Some of the characteristics of successful students in our Advanced Placement Program include: Has the appropriate prerequisite subject skills Has above average reading comprehension Is an avid reader Has superior writing skills Has a PSAT verbal and math score of 45-50 or higher Has a grade point average of 3.0 or higher Is a self-starter Has support and encouragement at home

Dual EnrollmentStudents in grades 10-12 may take some college credit courses at Daytona Beach Community College and transfer that credit back to the high school under the following conditions:

1. The student has at least an unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher; 2. The course is needed to fulfill a high school graduation requirement; 3. The student has the required score on the College Placement Test, ACT, SAT or TABE Test.

Students interested in dual enrollment should contact their counselor at least two months prior to registration for the semester they plan to attend. Any Dual Enrollment courses taken in high school may count towards the freshman year of college Grade Point Average depending upon the policies of the college into which you are accepted.

Superintendent’s Diploma of DistinctionBeginning with the 2005-2006 school year, students who apply for and successfully complete the Superintendent’s Diploma of Distinction program shall be eligible for a differentiated diploma. The Superintendent’s Diploma of Distinction will be awarded based on the following criteria:

1. In addition to meeting all requirements for a standard diploma, students must successfully complete four (4) Advanced Placement courses to include at least two (2) subject areas and score 3 or higher on at least three (3) Advanced Placement exams.

2. Maintain a 3.0 or higher cumulative weighted grade point average and a 3.0 weighted grade point average in Advanced Placement courses.

3. Complete 100 hours of community service. 4. Participate in ACT or SAT during Junior and Senior years. The second year test may be waived with an

appropriate SAT or ACT score as determined by the Director of K-12 Curriculum and Program Accountability.

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Sports

FALL SPORTS: WINTER SPORTS: SPRING SPORTS:

Bowling Boys Basketball Baseball

Cross Country Girls Basketball Flag Football

Football Cheerleading Softball

Boys Golf Girls Soccer Boys Tennis

Girls Golf Boys Soccer Girls Tennis

Swimming & Diving Wrestling Track & Field

Volleyball Girls Weightlifting Boys Weightlifting

Mr. Paul Ryder, Athletic Director

Mrs. Kathleen Quackenbush, Athletic Director’s Secretary

**For more information on any of these sports, visit Mr. Ryder in the Main Office or visit the DHS Athletics website:

www.delandhsathletics.org

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Clubs and GroupsThere are numerous clubs and activities available at DHS. The following is a list of clubs and their sponsors. Students must fill out an application and meet the requirements for membership to a DHS Club/Group. Some clubs have a membership fee. You can also be involved with your class group – The Freshmen Class.

Service groups are very time consuming and not recommended for students with jobs. Meetings are held weekly. Ninth graders are not eligible for some service groups.

Meetings and locations of all clubs and groups are on the DHS calendar: www.delandhs.org.

ACADEMIC TEAM: Cumulative GPA of at least 2.5. Be able to think under pressure and give quick responses. Sponsor: Mr. McCormick 11-206

ATHENIAN (Yearbook): This is a regular class, but anyone interested in being a part of the yearbook experience can participate. Sponsor: Ms. Schaffer 8-200

AVANT GARDE DANCE TEAM: Must participate in performances and activities. Members must maintain a 2.5 GPA, have exemplary conduct, and be open to performing a variety of dance styles. Sponsor: Ms. Gleason 13-104

AVID: Are you ready for college? Learn more about college readiness, test prep and community service through AVID Club. Sponsor: Ms. Elliot 10-203

BAND: Visit the following website for more information: www.delandband.com Sponsor: Ms. Traylor 13-100

BULLDOG WRESTLING: Open to boys and girls interested in wrestling. Sponsor: Mr. Baker 15-104

CHESS CLUB: Sponsor: Ms. Rorrer 15-204

CHOIR COUNCIL: Chorus Council meetings are available to any member of chorus. They meet to discuss the workings and running of the choir and the choir’s many performances. Sponsor: Ms. Fradley 13-102

CULINARY CLUB: Love food? Love cooking? Love to compete? Join us and be a part of the Culinary Arts Club. Sponsors: Ms. Scarborough, Mr. Christakopoulos 18-108

D2: DeLand’s only breakdancing club. Sponsor: Ms. Schaffer 8-200

ECO (Environmental): Deals with issues concerning the environment. Sponsor: Ms. Cain 11-202

EPSILON ALPHA CHI (Engineering): Student organization associated with the Engineering Academy. Sponsor: Mr. Policke 18-104

FASHION PLATES: Must be enrolled in fashion marketing, enjoy modeling and fashion related activities. Sponsor: Ms. Smith 11-100

FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES (FCA): A national ministry that reaches out to the young athletes of the world. FCA focuses on serving local communities by equipping, empowering and encouraging people to make a difference. Our core values are Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence. You do not have to be an athlete to join. Sponsor: Ms. Rosso 15-102

FUSION DANCE TEAM AND COLOR GUARD: Must attend Band Camp and be able to attend all performances and activities. Must maintain a 2.0 GPA, have exemplary conduct, and be open to spinning flags and performing a variety of dance styles. Sponsors: Ms. Traylor, Ms. Hughes and Col. Conley

FUTURE BUILDERS OF AMERICA (FBA): Building and Construction students are encouraged to learn more by joining Future Builders of America (FBA) at DHS. FBA Chapters promote the residential construction industry as a great professional opportunity for Florida’s future employees. With the motto of ‘Learning Today, Building Tomorrow,’ Future Builders of America is the future of Florida’s home building industry. Sponsor: Mr. Hervey 18-107

FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA (FFA): FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. Sponsor: Mr. Brandner 20-101

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GAY-STRAIGHT ALLIANCE (GSA): GSA is a student organization intended to provide a safe environment for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth and their straight allies (LGBTA). Our goal is to make the school community safe and welcoming to all students regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. Sponsor: A. Carter 17-106

GERMAN CLUB: Sponsor: Ms. Sibio

GROWLER: School Newspaper. Sponsor: Mrs. Sniffen 8-201

HIGH ACHIEVERS CLUB: High Achievers optimize their high school experience by participating in service activities at school and throughout the community. Sponsors: Ms. Pertler/Ms. Terry 8-102

HILL STREET THEATRE: Open to anyone with an interest in performance or technical work. Drama class is highly recommended but not required. Sponsor: Ms. Sejansky 13-103

HOSA (Health Sciences): Any student (9th-12th grade) can be in HOSA, as long as they are in one of Ms. Hunt’s Health Science classes. Sponsor: Ms. Hunt 18-100

IB CLUB: Sponsor: Ms. Nehrig

INTERACT: Gives young people an opportunity to participate in fun, meaningful, service projects while developing leadership skills and meeting new friends. Sponsor: Ms. Rosso 15-102

INTERCLUB COUNCIL: Interclub Council is a club run thru the SGA comprised of all the vice-presidents of all campus clubs. The goal of this organization is to become a united front for certain major school activities, keep open lines of communication between all clubs, and raise school spirit and awareness about what our school has to offer. Sponsors: Ms. Camacho, Ms. Lundell 8-106

JUNIORETTES: High school young women working together to meet the needs of their community and school in service projects. Sponsor: Ms. Horn 8-206

JUST WRITE: This is a creative writing club open to all students interested in creative writing. Sponsor: Mrs. Sniffen 8-201

KEY INTERNATIONAL: A service led organization whose goal is to teach leadership through serving others. Sponsor: Ms. Jeffs 11-205

KITTY HAWK HONORS CLUB: Air Force Junior ROTC Honor Society. Students assigned to AFJROTC are eligible to participate in the Kitty Hawk Honor Society program so long as they maintain a 3.5 GPA in AFJROTC and a 3.0 or higher GPA in all other classes. Sponsor: Col. Conley, ROTC Portable

MU ALPHA THETA-(MATH CLUB): Mu Alpha Theta provides a unique, healthy competitive environment for members to demonstrate their mathematical prowess while enhancing their skills. Sponsor: Ms. Fradley 13-102

MODEL UN: Deals with international issues. Sponsor: Ms. Brinkmann 7-204

NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETY: Sponsor: Mr. Carson 1-104

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY (NHS): The Athenian Chapter of the NHS is an academic honor society that focuses on service, leader-ship, character and scholarship. Juniors and Seniors with a cumulative weighted GPA of 3.8 or better are invited to join and must fulfill service requirements prior to be inducted. Once inducted, students must maintain a weighted GPA of 3.6 or better. Sponsors: Ms. Brinkman, Mrs. Goldy 7-203

PAW STEPPERS DRILL TEAM: Is committed to excellence in team work while developing self-discipline, responsibility and dependability while developing technical skill that are challenging and enjoyable. Sponsor/TBD

QUILL & SCROLL: A journalistic honor society open to junior and senior journalism students—by invitation only. Sponsor: Ms. Sniffen 8- 201

R.O.T.C. Drill Team: Sponsor: Col. Conley, ROTC Portable

RENAISSANCE: Renaissance rewards and recognizes students and teachers for their hard work and effort in academics. Sponsor: Ms. Camacho 8-106

SCIENCE OLYMPIAD: Science Olympiad is a nationally chartered organization which focuses on the acquisition of scientific knowledge and skills through collaboration and competition. Members will train in specific areas and compete in regional, state, and national competitions. These competitions will test the students’ ability to apply scientific concepts in testing and building events. There are 23 team events in each division challenging the team to work together to succeed. Sponsor: Mr. Tate 11-201

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SPANISH NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY (SNHS): Sponsor: Ms. Jendrzejewski 10-204

STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (SGA): Consists of SGA Officers, Class Officers & Representatives. Sponsors: Ms. Camacho, Ms. Lundell 8-106

TEAM FITNESS: All female fitness group that promotes healthy lifestyle choices and positive self-image. Sponsors: Ms. Lundell

THEATRE TECH: This elite group provides technical support to all shows in DeLand High’s Theatre. Learn to use state of the art lighting, sound and rigging equipment in our 922 seat Theatre. Open to all students, no experience necessary. Training provided throughout the year. Sponsor: Mr. Goldy, Main Office

THESPIANS: Drama Club. Sponsor: Ms. Sejansky 13-103

BETA: Promote the ideals of academic achievement, character, service and leadership among high school students. Cumulative GPA of 3.0. Must maintain a GPA of 3.0. Assist with fundraisers.

FLORIDA FUTURE EDUCATORS OF AMERICA (FFEA): Shall strive to interest students in the field of education.

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BYOT InformationWhat is BYOT in Volusia County Schools?

The Bring Your Own Technology (BYOT) program allows students in participating schools and classrooms to use their own devices (laptops, smart phones, tablets, etc.) to connect to the district’s BYOT network. Teachers facilitate the use of student devices by integrating Web 2.0 tools, Internet research, and applications to engage students in the curriculum content and collaboration with peers. The BYOT program provides students with access to their personal technology resources to support teachers and administrators as they prepare students to develop real-world, 21st-century skills

For more information on BYOT go to http://myvolusiaschools.org/learn-tech/Pages/BYOT.aspx

Free/Reduced Lunch

APPLICATIONS FOR SCHOOL YEAR 2016-2017 WILL BE AVAILABLE WEEK OF JULY 18, 2016

There are two ways to apply for free and/or reduced meals:

Option A - Apply using the on-line ELECTRONIC Free/Reduced Family Application Form.

1. It is easy to apply for Free/Reduced meals and it only takes a few minutes when you apply on-line. *Processing time is faster when you apply on-line. *The site is a safe and secure site!

2. You MUST use Internet Explorer for your browser (Do not use Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, Safari) 3. You MUST read the parent letter before completing the on-line application.

Option B - Apply for Free/Reduced meals on a paper application.

1. Please note: Applications MUST be printed on legal size paper. 2. ALL applications printed on letter size paper will be discarded. 3. Return the completed application to your school.

The processing of an application can take up to 10 operating days. Once you have submitted an application and it is processed, you will receive an Eligibility Notification letter with your child's meal status. The letter will be sent home with your child. Please keep this eligibility letter with your important papers.

Please note: If you have submitted a paper application, DO NOT complete an on-line application. THIS WILL DELAY YOUR APPROVAL PROCESS.

To get the Parent Letters and Forms, to apply online, or for more information, visit Volusia County Schools: http://myvolusiaschools.org/schoolwaycafe/Pages/Free-and-Reduced-Meal-Applications.aspx .

Code of Conduct Information:

http://myvolusiaschools.org/parents-portal/Pages/Policies-and-Procedures.aspx

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**DeLand High: Green, Black

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Throughout the school year, your child may be photographed, interviewed, videotaped and/or sound recorded by school district personnel and/or news reporters or other members of the media. These photographs, interviews, videotapes and/or sound recordings may be viewable by the public and/or within the school district through a variety of media, including, but not limited to, websites, television, radio and print. By signing this form, you are authorizing all the above actions. Please also be aware that where a student activity, function, or event is open to the public, and your child is participating, photographs, interviews, videotapes and/or sound recordings may occur without a public release being signed.

In addition, throughout the school year, your child may participate in and/ or create a variety of products or work, including, but not limited to, art, literature, video recordings, sound recordings, photographs and/or computer programs, hereinafter referred to as “student work.” By signing this form, you authorize the School District to publicize your child’s “student work” in various ways, including but not limited to publications, collections, exhibits and displays, and other media productions.

It is also recognized that once the photograph, interview, videotape and/or sound recording of the student, and/or the “student work” (hereinafter all collectively referred to as “student image/work”) is released to the public, the School District cannot control how what has been publicized may be used or represented by others. By signing this Public Release, you hereby release the School Board of Volusia County, its members, employees, agents and representatives (hereinafter referred to as the “Board’s Releases”) from any and all claims they may have against the Board’s Releases due to the School District having publicized or allowed the publicizing of the “student image/work” as described in this form, and from any and all liability that may arise from publicizing the “student image/work” or allowing the “student image/work” to be publicized, as described in this form.

Should you at any time wish to revoke the authorization given by the execution of this form, you may do so by informing the school which the student attends, in writing, that you are revoking that authorization.

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Volusia County Schools

Electronic Information Services Acceptable Use Agreement for Students Computers and/or educations technologies are provided for student use to further the educational goals of the district. Specific schools/classrooms may participate in a program that allows students to use their privately owned, wireless mobile technology to access a “BYOT” network for curriculum use as directed aby the teacher. Prudent security measures such as firewall, anti-virus and malware software are recommended on your personal device. Specific schools/classrooms may participate in a program that issues a Volusia County Schools-owned device to students for use at school and at home. To ensure students benefit from educational technologies, they will adhere to the following guidelines, as well as those specified in School Board Policy 518 and other district policies and procedures governing student contact.

On District Owned and Managed Computers:

1. Students will only use programs and devices as authorized by the teacher. 2. Students will not install or download from the Internet any software, including games, on any computers at school. 3. Students will not make any changes to desktop setting or to programs. 4. Students will save their files to removable device unless advised otherwise by the teacher. 5. Student should exercise reasonable care to ensure any computers or computing devices (USB, memory stick, mobile

devices) are virus free and do not contain unauthorized or inappropriate file. 6. Students may use the Internet for only curriculum research and projects assigned by the teacher. No browsing the Internet

for recreational purposes is allowed. Any inappropriate material inadvertently accessed should be reported to a teacher. 7. Students shall not visit non-district supported chat room so use instant message without permission and direction from the

teacher. 8. Student will use district-supported technologies, including, but not limited to, online resources (e.g., wikis, blogs, online

collaborative environments, etc.) for educational use only, with permission and at the direction from the teacher. 9. Students shall not give out personal information about themselves or others; this includes any demographic information

such as physical address, full name, account name/sign-on and/or passwords. 10. Students will immediately notify the teacher if malfunctions occurring any computer, peripheral, or software. Any

tampering with hardware, peripheral devices, or software will be considered vandalism and will be handled accordingly.

I further understand that failure to follow these guidelines may result in the loss of access to the network or others disciplinary action.

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The use of EIS is a privilege and not a right. Please review Support Services Policy 518 (above). Having read this form, sign and have your son/daughter sign below to use student computers and/or other educational technologies at his/her school for the years he/she is in attendance at the school listed below.

Computer/Educational Technologies/Internet use Consent

Complete and return this form to your child’s school.

STUDENT: Name (please PRINT):_________________________________Student ID: _________ School:

_____________________________________________Grade:_____________

Revised: 4-6-2015 Page 1 of 2 2010-012-VCS Owner: Technology Services Print Locally Volusia County Schools

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Electronic Information Services Acceptable Use Agreement for Students

I understand that my computer use is not private and that the District may monitor my activity on the networked communication system.

I understand that any use of the wireless network provided for student-owned technology in designated classrooms under direction of the teacher is with the understanding that such is generally not secure, no private, and is not anonymous.

I understand that any use of Volusia County Schools-owned devices for use at home and school under the direction of specific schools/classrooms is with the understanding that I have read and agree to the terms and conditions outlined by the school.

I have read the Student Support Services Policy 518 (above) and agree to abide by the provisions. Access to Internet sites is filtered and in compliance CIPA. Any attempt to bypass the filter is a violation of district policies and procedures governing student conduct. I understand that violation of these provisions may result in revocation of network access or other disciplinary action.

Student’s Signature_____________________________________________________Date____________ PARENT: By signing below, I am stating that I have read the Volusia County Schools Student Support Services Policy 518 (on reverse). Access to Internet sites is filtered and in compliance with CIPA. Any attempt to bypass the information contained on this form is correct.

I understand that any use of the wireless network provided for student-owned, parents and district guests technologies is designated classrooms under direction of the teacher and/or school administration is with the understanding that such is generally, not private, and is not anonymous.

Check only one:

I give permission for my child to participate in the District’s electronic information services (including Internet access). I grant permission to the teacher to create an account for free, educational related websites for students under 13 years of age.

I DO NOT give permission for my child to participate in the District’s electronic information services.

Parent’s Signature _________________________________________________Date_________________ (NOTE: It is the parent’s

responsibility to complete a new form if circumstances change.)

Revised: 4-6-2015 Page 2 of 2 2010-012-VCS Owner: Technology Services Print Locally

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VPortal, Gradebook, and Office 365

VPortal is a student portal to access resources provided by Volusia County Schools. Access to the online gradebook, student e-mail, an online version of word, your textbooks, and various other resources can be found through Vportal. You can access Vportal through the Volusia County Schools homepage by clicking the Vportal icon on the right side of the screen –

You can also access Vportal through this direct link: https://vportal.volusia.k12.fl.us

Your log in information for Vportal:

Username: 1 ALPHA EX: 1MMZS

Password 8-digit birthday EX: 01012001

Gradebook can be accessed directly through Vportal. The icon looks like this –

Teachers update Gradebook on a weekly basis. Absences are also recorded here.

Students are able to see all recorded assignments in gradebook along with the grade they earned and potential comments from the teacher. Parents also have access to gradebook. An assignment with nothing for a grade means that is hasnot been graded yet, but there will be a grade. Absence Key: U- Unexcused Absence E- Excused Absence T- Tardy RoomGradebook Key: M- Missing assignment X- Exempt from AssignmentZ- Zero, unable to be made up.

Office 365 is an online version of office that is accessible through vportal as well. Office 365 has online storage, flash drives are no longer permitted in school computers. Applications Office 365 offers include the following but are notlimited to: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and One Note. You will receive furtherinstruction with this as the year progresses.

Keys to Academic Success

The easiest way to be successful in high school is to be proactive. You, the student, are expected to monitor your grades in gradebook and make up missing assignments. If an assignment is missing or there is a low grade, it is the student’s responsibility to see what can be done to bring grades up. Ask teachers for make-up work when there are absences, before or after, it doesn’t matter as long as a student is proactive about it.

Grades matter in ninth grade like they do in twelfth grade. They contribute to a student’s GPA for graduation. A 2.0 GPA is required for graduation, this needs to be worked towards all four years. Please keep this in mind throughout your year.

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