July 16, 2020

Dear Mountain Ridge Community,

We would like to welcome each of you back for the 2020-2021 school year! This year, classes will begin virtually on August 3rd. We hope that you have been enjoying your summer break and are as excited as we are for another great school year.

In this informational packet, we have included several important resources: information regarding the MRHS Tech-Rich program and school-issued iPads, information regarding the Virtual Freshmen First Day event, as well as many other MRHS resources that will ensure a successful start to the 2020-2021 school year.

Mountain Ridge will be serving approximately 2,500 students this year and to ensure you begin the year on a successful note, we have scheduled iPad exchange for returning students and iPad pick up for new students.

Returning student iPad exchange of non-working iPads: July 20th and 21st

Freshmen and New Student iPad pick up: July 22nd and July 23rd

More information is found in this newsletter

Included in this packet is your DVUSD Device User Agreement. This form must be signed by a parent or guardian and student. The agreement will be turned in to

exchange or pick up your school-issued iPad.

Student on-campus parking is a privilege available for 12th graders who meet the necessary requirements and pay the parking permit fee.

Further communications with final details for virtual learning will be shared in the upcoming weeks. Please visit our school website: mrhs.dvusd.org for up to date information.

We are happy to partner with you in the education of our students. We proudly welcome you to our A+ School!

Sincerely,

MRHS Administration Team

Mountain Ridge Fall 2020 Freshmen & New Student iPad Check Out

Gymnasium

July 22 - July 23, 2020 7:30-11:30 a.m. and 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Alpha Sort by Last Name Face coverings are required

Please come to the iPad Check Out during the time slot below based on your last name.

This is to abide by the social distancing guidelines and ensure all students can receive the necessary items.

You will need:

Photo ID: school ID (8th grade ID is acceptable), driver’s license, driver’s permit, or passport. 2020-2021 Signed DVUSD Device User Agreement (signature needed by a parent/guardian and

student). You can find the form online or in the Mountain Ridge Back to School 2020-2021 link found at mrhs.dvusd.org. Hard copies of the form will be provided at iPad pick-up if needed.

Please bring the DVUSD Chromebook, power cord and any library books from 8th grade to iPad pick up.

Wednesday, July 22, 2020 A-K

Thursday, July 23, 2020 L-Z

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7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.

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7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.

B 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Me-O 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. C 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. P-R 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

D-F 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Sa-Si 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Lunch Lunch

G 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sl-Sw 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. H-I 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. T-V 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. J-K 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. W-Z 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

If you are unable to attend your scheduled time, please contact Mrs. Milliken, 623-376-3092 to schedule an appointment.

Social distancing guidelines are in effect on DVUSD campuses. Please be patience during this process.

Mountain Ridge High School FAQ’s: Schedule Changes & Concerns

Once schedules are published in PowerSchool for student view, students will be able to complete an on-line schedule change form. The link found below will not be active until schedules are published in PowerSchool the week of July 27th.

Priority Schedule Concerns for Students:

What if my schedule has a “schedule problem” listed as a course on the schedule? If you have a “Schedule Problem,” please fill out the schedule change form at https://url.dvusd.org/3261a8a1. If this is on your schedule on the first day of school please email your counselor. The counselor list is below. What if I am a senior and I am not scheduled for a class that I need for graduation (i.e. I failed Biology 1 and it is not on my schedule for this year)? Please fill out the schedule change form at https://url.dvusd.org/3261a8a1. What if I took a summer school class and that class is still listed on my schedule? Please fill out the schedule change form at https://url.dvusd.org/3261a8a1. Email your counselor proof of completion. What if I am taking a West-Mec or CTE course and it is not listed on my schedule (i.e. Cosmetology or Nursing)? Please fill out the schedule change form at https://url.dvusd.org/3261a8a1.

Please remember that schedule changes are only made for one of the four reasons outlined below: 1) Computer error2) Missing a class that is a graduation requirement3) Medical reason (documentation required)4) Completion of an approved summer school course (documentation required)

Other Schedule Concerns for Students:

What if I do not have the lunch I hoped for? Lunch choices are not able to be accommodated due to master schedule design of all classes on campus. What if I did not get my first elective choice? Students may get their alternative elective choices due to class loads and availability. If you did not get your first choice elective you may fill out a schedule change form, and your counselor will check for availability at her earliest convenience. What if I changed my mind about a class over the summer? Student class schedules were developed by requests that students made last year during the registration process to ensure correct staffing and class sizes. Therefore, we are not able to make changes at this time. What if I am in an Honors/AP class and I did not do my summer work or I changed my mind? Students enrolled in an advanced course must remain in the class for the first 15 days of school. If, after the 15 days, a level change still seems appropriate, the student may collaborate with his or her teacher and parent to determine the best course of action. A change can be accommodated only with administrative approval. Please keep in mind this may result in multi-period and/or teacher changes.

Mountain Ridge Counselor Assignments Counselor Name Alpha Breakdown Email Ms. Meyeres A, C, D, E, U april.meyeres@dvusd.org Ms. Johnson B tracee.johnson@dvusd.org Ms. Belnap F, G, H, I, J, Y, Z angela.belnap@dvusd.org Ms. Matthews M, N, O P, X wendi.matthews@dvusd.org Ms. Dyal K, L, R, T sarah.dyal@dvusd.org Ms. Bernard Q, S, V, W annette.bernard@dvusd.org

Additional Important Information

Spirit Shirts

Student Government will be selling this year’s spirit shirt for $20.00. Everyone will want to wear them on spirit days and during Homecoming Week! You can pay for your spirit shirt through the Online Payment System.

Yearbooks

Yearbook Price - $85.00 SENIORS: Call Grad’s Photography (623-566-1081) and make your appointment for your yearbook photo!

Student Athletic Pass - $30.00 Parking Permit - $100.00 (Seniors Only) Physical Education Uniform - $25.00

Cafeteria

The cafeteria sells breakfast and lunch. There are a variety of a la carte items and meals. Students may purchase these items with cash or by using their account. Student accounts are created by applying cash, check (any amount), or electronic funds (Ezschoolpay.com) toward the student’s account (ID) number. Students may apply monies toward their account during breakfast, at the snack bar, before school starts (7:00 to 7:24 a.m.), or during lunch with any cashier at a register. Parents can also add funds electronically. When the account falls below $5.00, we inform the students so they can replenish their accounts. The cafeteria does not allow the student to charge meals. If a student forgets his/her lunch money, the student should contact the head cashier during the lunch period so that a meal can be provided.

MRHS participates in a federal program for free or reduced meals (both breakfast and lunch) for qualified students. Eligibility for this program is determined by family size and income. Students who wish to apply for free or reduced price meals may obtain an application from the front office or the cafeteria. This information is confidential. If you have any questions, please call (623)376-3086.

Immunizations

If you received a letter stating that your student needed a TDaP (tetanus with pertussis), Hepatitis B, Hepatitis A, Varicella, or MMR booster, proof of compliance must be provided to the school nurse. Students who have not been immunized, must complete and turn in exemption paperwork before starting school.

MRHS is now accepting online payments for yearbooks, athletic passes (student & family), & iPad Protection

Plans. Visa, MasterCard and Discover are all accepted online!

Emergency Information Sheet

A pink emergency sheet will be sent home the first day of school with your student; please verify and/or change the information and send it back the next day with parent/guardian signature. Any update to the emergency sheet may have a follow up phone call to confirm the change. If you have an address change, please provide proof of residency at that address to our registrar. Emergency information on file is a requirement for attendance at Mountain Ridge High School.

Medications

If your child needs medication at school: Medication must be in the original bottle and a permission slip must be signed by the parent. Call the Health Office to make arrangements for having the medication available for the first day of school (623-376-3010). Medication will be kept in the Health Office. The only medication allowed to be carried by students without a permission slip is cough drops. Permission slips will be available from the school nurse.

Bus Information

Bus route information is available online at https://www.dvusd.org/Page/208.

Student Involvement at Mountain Ridge

The Mountain Ridge Website is your source of information! Please visit mrhsd.dvusd.org

Helpful links

• Students Rights and Responsibilities/Student Documents• Athletics• Activities/Clubs• iPad/Canvas Information• Rio Salado Dual Enrollment Information

These passes will permit entrance to MRHS regularly scheduled home Freshmen, JV, and Varsity athletic contests. Away games, invitational tournaments and regional or state competitions are NOT included. The family punch card does NOT include MRHS students.

Below is a summary of athletic events for which admission will be charged. This will give you an idea of cost savings. High school students without ID will be charged the adult price; college students will be charged the adult price.

Football: • $6.00 (varsity), $5.00 (JV & Frosh)

adults/$5.00 students with HighSchool ID (varsity), $4.00 studentswith High School ID (JV & Frosh)

Girls Volleyball: • $5.00 adults/$4.00 students with ID

Swimming/Diving: • $5.00 adults/$4.00 students with ID

Basketball: • $5.00 adults/$4.00 students with ID

Soccer: • $5.00 adults/$4.00 students with ID

Wrestling: • $5.00 adults/$4.00 students with ID

Baseball: • $5.00 adults/$4.00 students with ID

Softball: • $5.00 adults/$4.00 students with ID

Boys Volleyball: • $5.00 adults/$4.00 students with ID

Track: • $5.00 adults/$4.00 students with ID

Family punch cards and student passes are available for purchase in the Bookstore. They will also be sold at all home athletic events where admission is charged. A $5.00 fee will be imposed to replace lost student passes. No replacement will be given for lost punch cards.

Dr. Junior Michael, Athletic Director Mountain Ridge High School 623-376-3036

Mountain Ridge High School Parent Group P.R.I.D.E. People Responsibly Involved in Developing Education

Come and join our parent group that supports YOUR students. Not a BIG commitment, help when you can. There are only a few meetings throughout the year.

Please subscribe to receive email notifications. Email us at PRIDEMRHS@gmail.com

Like our Facebook page to stay informed: Mountain Ridge High School Parent Action Group

Please visit mrhs.dvusd.org for more information.

Revised 6/11/20

Student Pass: $30.00 Family Pass: $65.00 (unlimited use) (20 punch card)

Purchase your MRHS 2020-2021 Athletic Pass and Save Money All Year

MRHS Back To School Items for Purchase

MRHS is excited to announce that students can pay for various items electronically through the online payment system! This is a great way to make your yearly tax credit donation, pay any participation fees, and purchase items like yearbooks. The online payment center will also track your purchases and is updated regularly. The online payment system currently accepts: Visa, MasterCard, and Discover.

Back to School Purchase Check List Available Online Item Cost iPad Optional Device Protection Plan (Purchased Yearly) $25 Freshman Virtual First Day Event Package

Freshmen first day spirit shirt, snacks, prizes July 31, 2020 see flyer for more information

$15

Yearbook $85 Student Athletic Pass $30 Family Athletic Pass $65 MRHS Spirit Shirt/MRHS Senior Shirt $20 PE Uniform –

Full Set: T-shirt & Shorts T-shirt ONLY Shorts ONLY

$25 $10 $15

To access the online payment system follow the steps below:

1. Visit: https://payments.dvusd.org 2. Create an account to ensure that payments are appropriately applied to a student’s

account (student ID # required) 3. Select items for purchase 4. Make your payment

Must be paid in person at the MRHS Bookstore Parking Pass – ONLY Seniors who have confirmed parking spot $100

Cafeteria Meal Ticket Payment To add money to student cafeteria account https://www.ezschoolpay.com/Login.aspx

Virtual meetings: Friday, July 31st Our MRHS Mentor program upperclassmen are ready to meet with our

freshmen to learn all the ins and outs of high school!

Eager Mentors have created small teams for freshmen to join!

MRHS Mentor Program for Freshmen!

We are so excited to meet our newest students! We have a program totally dedicated to our new freshmen! Throughout the fall semester, freshmen will meet their dedicated upper-classmen MRHS Mentors, staff, administrators, STUGO, and student activities representatives. The MRHS Mentors have been working hard to plan a great year ahead! Groups will plan to meet virtually on July 31st and in-person campus tours and activities will be held when we can all safely return to campus.

A one-time cost of $15.00 includes induction to the mentor program, a spirit shirt, and Mentor program activities geared toward our

freshmen, snacks, and prizes throughout the year.

Please register and pay online by July 29th with the link below and provide an email address to an account that is checked frequently. Further information and invitations to virtual meetings will be emailed to the address you provide.

Visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F49AEA82EA1FD0-mrhs

or scan the code below to register:

July 16, 2020

Dear Parents: One of Mountain Ridge High School’s major goals is to encourage students to attend school on a daily basis because, as we well know, education is a key to their future. We feel strongly that it is our duty, in conjunction with parents, to teach our students responsibility. One indicator of responsibility is attendance. As we prepare our students to join the workforce, we hope to instill good attendance and punctuality. Good attendance is positively correlated with higher grades and better mastery of learning. Our attendance policy has been designed with these goals in mind.

1. Parents must call 623-376-3090 and excuse absences on the day of or by 12 noon the day

following an absence, or it will be considered unexcused. Students have one school day for each day missed to make up work/tests regardless of the number of days absent.

2. Students may not exceed 12 excused or unexcused total absences per semester per class or loss of credit may result. This complies with state statutes that require 90% attendance to fulfill minimum attendance requirements.

3. If a student has an extended absence (three or more days), please notify his/her counselor 623-376-3016 to make arrangements for homework

4. If a student must be late to school, the parent must come in with the student to excuse him/her, or the student will be sent to the tardy/sweep room. A student may also provide documentation to the attendance office from a doctor, dentist, etc. in order to receive a pass to enter class late. Phone calls from parents for late passes will not be accepted.

5. Students who are late to any class will be sent to the tardy/sweep room for that class period.

Any student who is swept and wants credit for an assignment that is due must turn the work in to the teacher the same day of the sweep. It is the responsibility of the student to get any assigned material on the same day of the sweep and have it prepared on the due date. If a student chooses not to go to sweep, the missed class is unexcused.

6. MRHS’s sweep policy is strictly enforced which sets consistent expectations for our students to be on time to each and every class period. Consequences for each sweep are listed in the online Student Rights and Responsibilities and accumulate for the entire year; they do NOT start over at the beginning of each semester.

Your student can access the 2020-2021 Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook electronically via the MRHS website. Please take time to read the attendance information.

Sincerely, MRHS Administration Attendance Clerk: 623-376-3008

*** REMINDER *** During 1st period only, students who arrive after 8:00 a.m. must provide medical documentation or they will go to the sweep room until the 2nd period bell rings. This procedure has been put in place to minimize excessive disruptions to the learning environment.

Mountain Ridge is a Technology Rich Campus! The purpose of expanding technology-based learning is to empower teachers and students to teach and learn in ways never before possible. Doing so has the potential to increase students’ marketable skills, including critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, and creativity. It is very likely that students will be asked to use technological resources in their college or chosen career; therefore, we see preparing them for these contexts as our educational obligation.

So what does this mean for you and your student? Freshmen and NEW MRHS Students: Freshmen and new MRHS students will be issued a district-owned and maintained iPad to use in class and at home to complete classwork, assessments, and projects. In addition, he/she will be issued a protective case and power cord. Distributed technology items will be collected again at the end of the year. Teachers will train students in the care and appropriate academic use of the iPad. This device will be issued during iPad Pick Up. Students must have their 2020-2021 DVUSD device user agreement signed by a parent/guardian and ready to turn in at iPad Pick Up. This form is included in this informational packet. Please read about the Device Protection Plan at the bottom of the page. Returning Sophomore, Junior, and Senior MRHS Students: All returning MRHS students still have their iPad from last year. We understand that this device is an important piece of equipment for learning. We also understand that some students have an older device that isn't working properly, it doesn't hold a charge, etc. Returning students have an opportunity to exchange their current iPad to receive one that will work properly and get a new charging brick and cord with the iPad. Visit mrhs.dvusd.org to sign up for an appointment for either July 20th or July 21st. Students will need to bring their completed 2020-2021 DVUSD Device User Agreement to iPad Exchange. After July 21st, students who need to exchange their iPad will schedule an appointment.

Mountain Ridge High School Electronic Policy Teachers will clearly delineate when and how students can use their device in their classrooms. They will teach and model digital citizenship so that students learn how to responsibly use information and content available on these devices. Misuse or unauthorized use by students will result in disciplinary consequences such as loss of device privileges, loss of credit, and/or referral to the office. Students are solely responsible for the proper use and security of any personally owned electronic device that they bring onto DVUSD property or to DVUSD sponsored activities. Students should not share or loan electronic devices, including their district-owned and maintained iPad. If they do, they may be held responsible for any misuse of that device by another, just as though it had remained in their possession.

Students should understand that they bring electronic devices on campus at their own risk.

DVUSD and Mountain Ridge assumes no liability for the loss, theft, or damage of any personally owned electronic device on campus. The use of personally owned electronic devices on campus will not be allowed to interfere with the learning process of any student or with the instructional process of a teacher while in the classroom or on campus. Any such interference will be considered a disruptive activity.

We highly recommended that your MRHS student enrolls in the Optional Device Protection Plan. The DVUSD Optional Device Protection Plan offers students the opportunity to pay a $25.00 non-

refundable fee that will dramatically decrease the costs associated with paying for a damaged school issued iPad. The fee can be paid online or at the MRHS Bookstore.

The full details of this program are included with the DVUSD Device User Agreement.

DEER VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

20402 N 15th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85027 (623) 445-5000

OPTIONAL DEVICE PROTECTION PLAN The Deer Valley Unified School District is providing a protection plan for students and parents as part of our Tech Rich 1:1 mobile device program. Enrollment in the plan is optional with the understanding that if students/parents do not enroll in the protection plan they may carry full liability for the mobile device (iPad or Chromebook) in the same way they do for other damaged or lost school property, such as textbooks.

Program Fees and Coverage Premium: $25 per school year. This fee is nonrefundable and will not be prorated.

Limit Liability: $275

Coverage: Repair or replacement of school issued iPad and case.

Enrollment Deadline: Must enroll in plan prior to or within 3 days of receipt of iPad device.

Effective Coverage / Expiration Dates Effective Date: Coverage begins when the $25 nonrefundable fee is paid.

Expiration Date: Coverage ends on the earliest of the following dates: last day of school year, return of device, no longer enrolled in school, or no longer qualified for the Tech Rich mobile device program.

Please be sure to return the device before the expiration date to ensure that coverage is always in effect.

Coverage The Optional Device Protection Plan coverage includes:

Accidental damage caused by liquid, spills, drops, or other unintentional events.

Loss of device due to theft; claim must be accompanied by a valid police report.

Damage caused by fire; claim must be accompanied by official fire report from investigating authority.

Damage due to an electrical surge.

Loss or damage caused by natural disasters.

Exclusions The Optional Device Protection Plan coverage excludes:

Damage caused by dishonest, fraudulent, intentional, and negligent (not locked and/or stored in an insecure manner or location) or criminal acts. Students and parents will be responsible for the full amount of repair/replacement for damage or loss that falls in this category.

Damage incurred to a device that is not in the school-issued protective case.

Consumables: USB cables, AC adapters, case, or software.

“Jailbreaking” or otherwise voiding the manufacturer’s warranty by altering the software. Jailbreaking is a term used to describe a process by which normal manufacturer controls on the functionality of the device are bypassed. Jailbreaking of school-issued mobile devices is not permitted.

The Deer Valley Unified School District is not liable for any loss, damage (including incidental, consequential, or punitive damages), or expense caused directly or indirectly by the equipment.

DEDUCTIBLES AND REPLACEMENT COSTS CLAIM DAMAGE DEDUCTIBLE THEFT DEDUCTIBLE

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$50 and return of device $100 (if device is recovered, device must be returned to school and deductible will be reimbursed).

Subsequent Claim during school year

Full device repair cost or replacement cost**

Full device replacement cost** (if device is recovered, device must be returned to school and replacement fee will be reimbursed)

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All Device Claims

Full device repair or replacement cost.**

Full device replacement cost.*

All Cables, Adapters, & Cases

$20 each $20 each

**2020-2021 replacement cost: $275 full-size iPads, $250 Chromebooks.

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DEER VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

20402 N 15th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85027 (623) 445-5000

DEVICE USER AGREEMENT Student/Borrower’s Name: ___________________________________ Student ID No. _____________ School: ___________________________________________________

This Student Computer Equipment Acceptance Form (the “Agreement”) ensures that equipment supplied by the Deer Valley Unified School District (the “District”) will be used and maintained in its original condition, reasonable wear and tear excepted, by the designated borrower named below (“Borrower”). By signing this form, Borrower will demonstrate reasonable care with the respect to the security and physical well-being of the equipment signed to his/her care. In the absence of reasonable care or if the equipment is returned in a condition different than the original condition, Borrower will be financially responsible. In addition, in the event the Deer Valley Unified School District determines in its sole discretion that the borrower did not utilize reasonable care in the use of the equipment, the borrower will be responsible for any damaged, lost, or stolen equipment. All specified equipment is and shall at all times remain the property of the District and must be returned by the last day of the school year or the student’s last day of enrollment in the school, whichever comes first. _____________________________________________________________________________________ To the extent Borrower is a minor, a parent must sign this agreement. By signing this agreement, both the Borrower and Parent agree: •To abide by the Deer Valley Unified School District Acceptable Use Policy and Tech Rich Digital Guidelines. •To use the equipment primarily for educational use. •That while the equipment is connected to the District network, Internet use will be filtered and logged. •Web content filtering beyond the District network will be the responsibility of the borrower and parent. •To not install or remove any software without prior authorization from the District. •To not install virtual private networks (VPN) or other software that circumvents district filters on district provided devices. •To report any problems, damages, misuse, or misconduct immediately to the advisor or administrator. All repairs must be completed by district approved vendors. •That the equipment is the property of the District and must be returned prior to the borrower’s last day of attendance of the current school year. •To return the equipment before Borrower’s last day of school if Borrower is transferring out of the District, converting to full-time Deer Valley Online Learning Program (DVLOP) status, or long-term suspended. •That if the equipment is not returned to the District in its original condition, reasonable wear and tear excepted, or if the equipment is damaged, lost, or stolen, due to Borrower’s negligence or not utilizing reasonable care in the use of the equipment, reasonable wear and tear excepted as determined exclusively by the District, Borrower agrees to be financially responsible for the replacement value of the equipment as determined by the District. •That all information stored on equipment carries no expectation of privacy and is property of the District. Any information or use of the equipment carries no expectation of privacy. The District reserves the right, at all times and without prior notice, to inspect and search any and all its property for the purpose of determining whether any policy has been violated, or when an inspection and investigation is necessary for purposes of promoting safety or compliance with state and federal laws. Parent/Guardians may select among the following options for ensuring their student has a device for accessing the curriculum, resources, and assessments:

Parent/Guardian can provide their own iOS-compatible device and assume full financial responsibility for the device. It is recommended that the device have a 9.7 inch screen or larger and run the current iOS.

Parent/Guardian can allow the student to check out a school-provided device and enroll in the Optional Device Protection Plan which requires a $25 non-refundable fee. (Retain your bookstore receipt as proof of enrollment)

Parent/Guardian can allow the student to check out a district-provided device and not enroll in the Optional Device Protection Plan. Parent/Guardian will assume full financial responsibility for the school-issued mobile device.

I understand that a copy of this signed signature sheet will be maintained in my student file. _________________________ _____________ ________________________ _____________ Borrower Signature Date Parent Signature Date

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For Office Use: ___________________ ____________________ Property Control # Distribution Date