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The Storm King SchoolThe Storm King School

Matriculation Packet

2014-2015

Please read, complete, and sign the forms in this packet and mail them by August 7, 2014 to:

The Admissions Office The Storm King School

314 Mountain Road Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY 12520

Or email to admissions@sks.org

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Or fax to (845) 534-4128 Table of Contents

Calendar … pages 3-6

International Student Information … page 7

Guardian Information … page 8-9

Boarding Student Information … page 10

Day Student Information … page 11

Summer Reading … page 12

iPads and Ordering Textbooks … page 13

Laptop Requirements … page 14

Internet/Network Usage Policy … pages 15 – 17

Activities Permission & Agreement Form … page 18

Travel Permission Form … page 19

Dress Code … page 20-21

PLEASE SIGN and RETURN BEFORE REGISTRATION:

o Page 9 … Guardian Information (if applicable)

o Page 13 … iPad and Textbook Ordering

o Page 17 … Internet/Network Usage Policy

o Page 18 … Activities Permission & Agreement Form

o Page 19 … Travel Permission Form

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The Storm King School Student Calendar 2014-2015

Faculty and New Student Orientation Monday, August 25-29, 2014 New International Student Registration & Orientation Week (Required for New International Students) Monday, August 25, 2014; 10:00AM New International students shuttle pick-ups at Newark and JFK, (To

reserve, e-mail admissions@sks.org before August 18, 2014)

Friday-Sunday, August 29-31, 2014 New International Student weekend trip to Washington, D.C. (optional)

Fall Trimester

Tuesday, September 2, 2014 REGISTRATION DAY – All students must attend

8-11 AM Registration of new US students (Orr Commons) 10 AM Returning students shuttle pick-up at Newark and JFK (To reserve, e-mail

alewis@sks.org before August 23, 2014)

10-2 PM Registration of returning students (Orr Commons)

12-1 PM Lunch (Orr Commons) 2 PM All Parent Meeting (Library; parents leave campus after meeting) 3 PM All school meeting (Theater) 4 PM Sports, clubs, and activity sign-ups (Theater) 6PM All School Picnic 7-9:30PM Dormitory meetings and settling in

Wed.-Fri, September 3-5, 2014 School Begins; First Day of Classes and activities; orientation activities

Saturday-Sunday, September 6-7, 2014 Student Orientation Activities – Attendance required by all Day and

Boarding Students

Saturday, September 6, 2014, 12 Noon Parents Luncheon at Spy Rock House

Monday-Tuesday, September 8-9, 2014 Auditions for Fall Theater Production

Saturday, October 11, 2014 (Tentative) SAT 1 & 2 (Fall SAT 1 or 2; one fall SAT required for seniors)

Wednesday, October 15, 2014 PSAT (Required for juniors,

sophomores, freshmen)

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Friday-Saturday, October 17-18 2014 Parent’s Weekend (Conferences Friday PM -SaturdayAM)

Friday, October 17, 2014 Parent’s Weekend Student Performances

Saturday-Monday October 18-20, 2014 Fall Long Weekend; Students may leave campus after last Saturday commitment.

Monday October 20, 2014 No classes; Boarding students due by 7:30PM

Tuesday, October 21, 2014 Classes resume; all students return on time

Friday-Sunday, November 7, 8, 9, 2014 (Tent.) Fall Theater Production

Saturday, November 8, 2014 (Tentative) SAT 1 & 2 (May be required for some seniors)

Tuesday-Friday, Nov. 18-21, 2014 1st Trimester Examinations; last exam Fri. Nov. 21 (students may leave

after their last scheduled exam)

Saturday, Nov. 22 Dorms close at 10 a.m.

Winter Trimester

Monday, December 1, 2014 JFK and Newark Airport pick-up at 7 p.m.; Dorms open 3 p.m.; Boarding students to return by 7 p.m.

Tuesday December 2, 2014 Classes resume; all students expected to return on time.

Tuesday, December 2, 2014 Auditions for Winter Theatre Production

Saturday, December 6, 2014 7:20 a.m. Departure for SAT 1 & 2 (optional)

Wednesday, December 10, 2014 6 – 9 p.m. Alumni and Parent Holiday Gathering –NYC

Thursday, December 11, 2014 5:45 p.m. formal dinner; followed by 6:30 p.m. NHS Induction, and 7 p.m. Dance Recital -- theatre

Saturday, December 13, 2014 (Optional) 7 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. ACT Test at Newburgh Free Academy

Wednesday, December 17, 2014 5 – 6 p.m. Vespers – theatre; followed by formal dinner

Thursday, December 18, 2014 12 noon classes end (students may leave after final commitment)

Friday, December 19, 2014 Winter break; dorms close 10 a.m.

Wednesday, December 24; Thursday, December 25; Offices closed Wednesday, December 31; Thursday, January 1 Monday, January 5, 2015 Faculty meeting and In-service; JFK and Newark Airport pick-up at 7 p.m.; Dorms open 3 p.m.; Boarding students to return by 7 p.m.

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Tuesday, January 6, 2015 Classes resume; all students expected to return on time.

Thursday, January 8, 2015 7-9 p.m. Auditions for Spring Theatre Production

Friday, January 16-18, 2015 Closed Weekend

Monday, January 19, 2015 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service

Wednesday, January 21, 2015 Mid-trimester grades and reports due to Academic Office--8 am

Saturday, January 24, 2015 SAT, Required for Juniors

Thursday, January 29, 2015 (Tentative) 7-8:30 p.m. Talent Show -- theatre

Friday, January 30, 2015 Regular class day; students may leave after last commitment

Friday - Monday, Jan.30-Feb. 2, 2015 Winter Long weekend

Monday, February 2, 2015 No classes; Boarding students due back by 7:30PM

Tuesday, February 3, 2015 Classes Resume

Friday-Sunday, February 20 -22, 2015 Winter Theater Production

Friday, March 6, 2015 Classes end 12:30 PM; Spring break begins; 1 p.m. Shuttle to Kennedy and Newark airports Saturday, March 7, 2015 Spring Break; Dorms close 10 a.m. 5 a.m. Shuttle to Kennedy and Newark airports

Spring Trimester

Monday, March 23, 2015 Faculty in-service: 8am to 4pm

Monday, March 23, 2015 JFK and Newark Airport pick-up at 7 p.m.; Dorms open 3 p.m.;

Boarding students to return by 7 p.m.

Tuesday, March 24, 2015 Classes resume

Saturday April 4, 2015 Spring Board Meeting

Friday, April 17, 2017 Regular Class Day; students may leave after last commitment Monday, April 20, 2015 Spring Long Weekend; no classes; Boarding students due back by 7:30PM Tuesday, April 21, 2015 Classes resume Saturday, May 2, 2015 SAT 1 (Required for all juniors) Friday-Sunday, May 1-3, 2015 Spring Theater Production, Spring Art Show

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Monday-Friday, May 4-15, 2015 AP Exams Thursday, May 14, 2015 NHS Induction Thursday, May 21, 2015 Dance Recital Monday-Thursday, June 1-4, 2015 Final exams Thursday, June 4, 2015 Academic Awards; required for all students Friday, June 5, 2015 12 noon Headmaster’s Luncheon for Seniors

5 p.m. Senior Banquet and Service Saturday, June 6, 2015 Commencement (required for all students);

Dormitories close Saturday 2PM

School Phone: Dean on Duty: 845-629-0344 Main Office: 845-534-7892

Please visit www.sks.org and click on Calendar for updates and more information.

Attendance: Students are expected to be on campus at all times when school is in session. Travel plans should be made to allow students to arrive on campus at the times noted, and to leave campus only after all academic and other commitments are completed. Any anticipated absence must be communicated to the Dean of Students well in advance. He will determine if such absences are excused or unexcused. Unexcused absences will lead to academic and disciplinary consequences. In particular, lost academic time during the junior and senior year impacts grades and can jeopardize final college admission decisions. Seniors are allowed three days to visit colleges. These days must be approved by the College Counselor and the Dean of Students at least a week in advance. If possible, they should not be taken during the first days after Thanksgiving, winter, or spring break. TOEFL – All Junior and Senior International students or those for whom English is a second language will be required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) at least once during both 11th and 12th grade. Students must register for these tests through the academic office when they arrive on campus. The dates and test sites are then assigned by the Educational Testing Service. Students who have TOEFL scores from previous years should bring score reports to the College Counseling Office.

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International Student Information

New international students must arrive on campus Monday, August 25th, 2014

New International students shuttle pick-ups at Newark and JFK. To reserve, e-mail admissions@sks.org before August 19th.

Returning international students must return to campus on

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2014, between 10:00 –12:00 Noon 10:00AM Returning students shuttle pick-up at Newark and JFK.

To reserve, e-mail alewis@sks.org before August 23rd.

Please notify the Dean of Students and/or Admissions Office of your travel plans at least one week prior to your arrival.

Nearby airports: SWF (Stewart), JFK (John F. Kennedy), LGA (LaGuardia), EWR (Newark). Students arriving at other times/airports outside of scheduled shuttle pickups are responsible for

their own transportation to school.

If a student cannot arrive at the designated time, then alternative arrangements must be

made with either the Dean of Students Office or the Admissions Office.

ALL STUDENTS MUST HAVE SUBMITTED REQUIRED PAPERWORK (Enrollment forms, Matriculation forms, and Health forms) before registering.

Trips to the Store: There will be several trips to local stores during the first few days of school for items that students may need to purchase. Students should have a credit card (Visa or Master Card are best) or cash to purchase items. Sending Packages: Packages may be sent to the School at the following address:

[Student’s Name] The Storm King School

314 Mountain Road Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY 12520

U.S.A. 845-534-9860

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Guardian Information and Expectations 2014-2015

(REQUIRED FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS in Grades 8-9)

The Storm King School recommends that all international students have a local guardian, but only requires students entering the 8th and 9th grades to retain a guardian. This ensures continued care and safety for students while off campus during vacations and weekends. Guardians help the School communicate with families overseas as well as support the School with students on campus. Ideally, this person would be a family member or a family friend. Understandably, this is not possible for all students. The Storm King School does know of several local families, including present and former parents, who have experience as SKS guardians and may be able to provide some or all of the services described below. Please contact alewis@sks.org for more information.

A guardian should provide services to include but not limited to the following: Facilitating

communication between the School and family; Providing home stays during breaks; Assisting in formulating vacation plans; Managing transportation to and from the School; Coming to campus to provide assistance or support when the need arises; Providing proper permissions for off campus trips as needed; Responding promptly to all communications from the School.

Any arrangements or agreements made between a family and a student’s guardian are made separate from the rules and expectations of The Storm King School. Therefore, it is understood that The Storm King School is not responsible or accountable for the relationship or agreements made between a family and the guardian.

The Storm King School also reserves the right to require a change of guardian should a conflict of interest or problem arise.

Parents must understand that SKS students must vacate the campus for three major vacations.

These are: • Thanksgiving Vacation (depart Friday afternoon11/21/14 after exams or Saturday morning, and

return Monday evening 12/1/14) • Winter Vacation (depart Thursday afternoon12/18/14, and return Monday evening 1/5/15) • Spring Vacation (depart Friday afternoon 3/6/14 or Saturday morning, and return Monday

evening 3/23/15)

Please see the school calendar for more information. Transportation to and from two local airports (JFK and Newark) will be scheduled on the days listed above and must be reserved in advance. Families that do not employ a guardian must have the ability to communicate with the school in English via

email and telephone.

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Parents of 8th and 9th graders and others who choose to employ a guardian, please complete the form below. Student, parent(s), and guardian(s) must fully complete the required information. Student Name Signature

Parent Name(s) Signature(s)

Guardian Name(s) Signature(s)

Guardian Home Address

City State Postal Code

Home Telephone Cell

Email

Additional permission. Some parents, especially those who have relatives or friends serving as guardians, may wish the guardian to check on the grades of the student and perhaps meet and talk to teachers in order to oversee the student’s academic progress or perhaps translate and communicate this information back to parents. In order for The Storm King School to share information about social or academic issues and progress, SKS must have signed permission from the parents to contact and share this information with the guardians. Please check the appropriate spaces below and sign. I do not wish (guardian’s name) to have access to my son/daughter’s academic records or information. (OR) I give (guardian’s name) permission to Discuss my child’s academic and social record with teachers and school personnel Receive copies of grades and comments and other academic reports (Signature) (Date)

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Boarding Student Information

Room Furnishings: The School provides a bed, desk, chair, closet, and window shades. Parents and students may provide any additional furnishings which might be desired, such as small stereo and posters. Keep in mind that space is limited in the dorm rooms! An overabundance of clothes, electronics, or other furnishings makes living uncomfortable. Electrical Appliances: Because of fire safety considerations, no student may have electrical appliances at school, such as microwave ovens, toasters, hot plates, air-conditioning units, or TV sets. Any such appliances will be confiscated. Halogen lamps are not permitted. Computers: Each student will be issued an SKS iPad during orientation. Several computers and printers are located throughout campus. Students are encouraged to bring laptop computers. Campus is fully wireless. Clothing and Linens: Please refer to the dress code description for general guidelines. However, a good guideline is to have two weeks of underclothing, five to seven SKS shirts (short/long sleeve), four or five pairs of pants, an SKS sweatshirt (may be purchased at Mom’s Store), and a sweater. During non-academic time, students’ dress must be in good taste. Each article of clothing, towel, and bed linen should be clearly marked with the student’s name. This list includes the essentials for all boarding students. (Please note that there will be shopping trips to places such as Walmart within a few days of arrival. Some items are also available in the school store.)

Pillows 4 Towels 3 Pillowcases 3 Wash clothes 2 Blankets 2 Laundry bags (marked with name) 1 Comforter (optional) 1 Bedspread 2 sets twin sheets (not extra long) Soap Flashlight Desk Lamp Alarm clock with battery back-up Trunk or Footlocker and Lock

Equipment: Equipment connected with a student’s hobbies or interest should be brought by the student. Items such as toiletries and school supplies may be purchased on campus. Laundry and Dry Cleaning: A laundry and dry cleaning service is available through the Business Office. Students may also do their own laundry in the dorms, which have coin-operated washers and dryers. These machines can handle sheets and general laundry. Athletic Equipment: The School supplies basic athletic equipment for teams, but personal athletic items should be brought by the students. Security: To ensure the safety of one’s belongings, students are discouraged from keeping cash in their rooms. An ATM machine is available on campus. Valuable documents, such as I-20s and passports, are kept in the Admissions Office or in the Dean of Students Office.

Parents should be aware that the School’s insurance does not cover students’ personal belongings.

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Day Student Information What time does the school day start? What time does the school day end? For boarding students, the school day begins with mandatory breakfast from 7:00–7:45. Breakfast is optional for day students. Day students must arrive at the dining hall before 8:00 for morning meeting, when attendance is taken. Where do I keep my stuff? Lockers and locks are available for day students. If I am going to be absent, late, or leave for an appointment and return to the School, how do I let the School know? Please contact the Dean of Students Office at 845-458-7516 by 8:00 AM. If the Dean of Students is not available, leave the information on his voice mail. When returning to the School, students must check in with the Dean of Students Office prior to attending class. May I eat at the School? May I sleep over at the School? Where would I stay? Day students are always welcome at meals. Day students may occasionally sleep over in the dorms, hosted by a boarding student. These arrangements are made on a case-by-case basis and are arranged through the Dean of Students Office. When a day student is sleeping over, he/she must abide by all the rules and expectations the School sets for boarding students. For non-emergency situations there is a nominal charge of $40.00/night. There will not be a charge if a student is required to stay over during emergency weather conditions or if the student is staying late or leaving early the next morning due to a school event or function. Where am I allowed to be during the day? Where am I not allowed to be? Day students are welcome in all buildings EXCEPT the dormitories, which require the permission of the Dean of Students Office, the Dean on Duty, or the residential faculty member living in the dorm. Day students are required to remain on campus from the time they sign in until they sign out at the end of the day. Can I use my cell phone? Cell phones/electronic devices are not permitted to be used during the academic day except in Orr Commons Dining Hall and the Student Center. See the student handbook for specific cell phone/electronic device use policy. What is the day student Automobile Policy? Day students will be asked to sign a “contract” during registration, which includes parking spot assignment and other specific requirements. Day students are not allowed to transport students off campus without the approval of the Dean of Students. Boarding students must have approval from the Dean of Students before departing campus with a day student. Where should I be dropped off? Students should arrange for pickup and drop off in front of the Student Center. What happens during winter storms and snow days? A closing or delay due to inclement weather will be made prior to 6:30 AM. Parents/Guardians will be notified via a telephonic message, website (www.sks.org), radio broadcast (WHUD 100.7 FM), optional text message, and email. If the School is open and a student will be absent or late due to the weather, call the Dean of Students by 8:00 AM. Please refer to the Handbook for more information. If I have any other questions, whom do I ask? During the summer months, please contact the Admissions Office at 845-534-9860. For questions while school is in session, please contact the Main Office at 845-534-7892 or the Dean on Duty at 845-629-0344.

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Storm King Summer Reading 2014 for Students and Faculty

All students and faculty please read the following book: Plastic Ocean: How a Sea Captain's Chance Discovery Launched a Determined Quest to Save the Oceans by Charles Moore and Cassandra Phillips

Students moving into Grades 8-9 The Book Thief by Markus Zusak. Available in Kindle or new and used in paperback at Amazon.

Students moving into Grades 10-12

Twelve Years a Slave by Solomon Northup Available in Kindle or new or used paperback at Amazon.

Faculty, please read the following books as well:

Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck Proust and the Squid: The Story and Science of the Reading Brain by Maryanne Wolf

(Copies available from the Academic Dean; both books are also available for e-readers, Kindle, etc.)

Faculty: If you have not read our previous summer reading selections: How Children Succeed: Grit, Curiosity, and the Hidden Power of Character by Paul Tough; 21st Century Skills: Learning for Life in Our Times by Bernie Trilling and Charles Fadel, (or) High Noon: 20 Global Problems; 20 Years to Solve Them by J.E. all are all available in e-book versions like Kindle, and new or used editions at Amazon. Or contact the Academic Dean if you need a copy. Additional summer work for AP courses: Students entering AP English must also read:

Wide Sargasso Sea by Jean Rhys How to Read Literature Like a Professor Thomas C. Foster

Students taking AP Art History must also read: The Annotated Mona Lisa: A Crash Course in Art History from Prehistoric to Post-Modern

by Carol Strickland Students taking AP Macroeconomics must also read:

Prosperity Without Growth: Economics for a Finite Planet by Tim Jackson AP Statistics and AP Calculus: Check website this summer AP Students: Please check our website throughout the summer for possible additional assignments to prepare before the school year begins.

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IPADS AND ORDERING TEXTBOOKS FOR 2014–2015 When students arrive at The Storm King School in the fall of 2014, each will be issued a Storm King School iPad. This hardware will provide access to interactive electronic textbooks that can be viewed on the iPad, organizational tools, and collaborative apps that will be used across the campus.

The process for purchasing eBooks and textbooks is as follows:

• The School has an open account with an online vendor which may be accessed via www.classbook.com. Each student will go online to an account at Classbook that is set up specifically for the individual student (using his/her sks.org email address) based on the needs of the classes he/she is enrolled in.

• The student will order the specified books which, if they are hardcover books, will be delivered to the school under the student’s name. If it is an eBook, codes will be sent to the student’s SKS email address or by regular mail (depending on the publishing company). These codes will be used to download the eBooks from the Classbook website. Note that all downloads are stored in the “cloud” so if a student loses an iPad, he can retrieve all of his eBooks on his/her new device with no additional cost or penalty.

• The School will receive a single invoice each month for all books ordered and will then invoice the student’s account for the exact amount. SKS takes no markups on any of these sales.

• Sometimes students require certain “apps” for their classes. Many times these apps are only available through an Apple iTunes store online. An iTunes card is required for these purchases. These cards are available at the Business Office in $25 increments. The student can also use his/her own iTunes cards since they are not specific to the School. Any iTunes cards purchased through the Business Office will be invoiced to the student’s account.

The iPads are leased (on a two-year cycle) by the School and are the property of The Storm King School. Each student is responsible for taking proper care of the iPad issued to him or her. If the iPad is damaged or lost, the student will be charged for the repair or replacement to a maximum of $400.00. If an iPad is broken or lost, the student must notify the Business Office immediately. The Business Office will then loan a new iPad to the student until his/her original iPad can be repaired or replaced. All iPads are expected to be returned to the Business Office at the end of the school term (June) unless the student:

• Is already re-enrolled for the next year (including payment of enrollment deposit) • Is a departing Senior and wishes to buy the iPad at whatever the prevailing replacement cost is at the

time

All students must bring the iPad to the Business Office before departing for summer break so the serial number can be verified and to confirm that it is in working condition. Anyone who does not return the iPad will be charged for the replacement regardless of whether they are returning in the fall.

As a community, we will be discussing the proper care and maintenance of these tools. We encourage parents to also explain the proper care of these units to their children. We will also address their balanced use in our lives and intend that students will experience SKS as a place where technology meets tranquility! I acknowledge and accept these conditions: ________________________________ ______________________________ Parent Date Student Date

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Laptop Requirements

The Storm King School uses 2 platforms: Apple Mac Laptop and PC Laptop

Email questions to: skstech@sks.org

Minimum Requirements for MACINTOSH LAPTOP

Language in laptop must be English

MacBook 2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo or better – Snow Leopard or higher OS

Microsoft Office 2008 for Macintosh

Recommended additions:

1. Laptop insurance (check http://www.safeware.com)

2. Flash Drive 1GB or more  

3. Protective bag such as a Neoprene sleeve

Minimum Requirements for PC LAPTOP

Language in laptop must be English

• Integrated wireless networking. Built in wireless is preferred as it is the only supported configuration. However, every attempt is made by the Technology Department to support add-in cards.

• Windows 7, Windows Vista (Business

Edition) or higher (Only English version of Operating Systems is supported.)

• Microsoft Office 2007 or higher

• Anti-virus software –Free Anti Virus

software can be found at http://www.microsoft.com/security/pc-security/mse.aspx (MS Windows 8 includes native malware protection; there is no need to install AV software on windows.)

• 1GB RAM +

• 80GB hard drive +

• CD-R/W or CD/DVD-R/W

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The Storm King School Internet / Network Acceptable Use Policy

General Principles

The Storm King School considers computers (including the iPAD) to be a valuable tool for education and encourages the use of computer related technology in school classrooms to further the educational goals of the school. As part of Storm King’s commitment to academic excellence and technology, students and faculty are provided with access to the internet to support instruction, conduct research, enhance curriculum and communicate with scholars throughout the world. Storm King’s Internet services are designed to guide users in navigating through vast resources while minimizing the possibility of accessing information that is inappropriate in the context of a school setting. No matter how vigilant, the blocking technology can never keep up with new sites or make all the correct judgments about taste. The Storm King School, however, cannot guarantee that such material will not be accessed. When a student in The Storm King School accesses computers, computer networks, and educational technology owned or operated by the school, he or she assumes certain responsibilities and obligations. All access of this type is subject to school policies and to local, state, and federal laws. The Storm King School expects that student use of computers provided by this school will be ethical, for educational pursuits, and will reflect academic honesty. Students must demonstrate respect for intellectual property, system security, and privacy. In an effort to adhere to these General Principals the following rules will be applied:

1. All Internet traffic will be routed to the web filter. This device is designed to filter out known inappropriate web sites; sites that contain offensive, illegal and or dangerous content. There can be no exceptions. Any traffic that does not pass inspection by “web filter” cannot be allowed on The Storm King School computer systems. If you find a site you need for academic work blocked, please see your teacher. Access can be provided for genuine academic activity.

2. We reserve the right to inspect any computer and mobile devices that accesses The Storm King School network, and, or access the Internet via this system, for compliance with the computer policy as well as inspection for illegal and dangerous software. We reserve the right to remove any such software without the owner/users consent.

3. The school is not responsible for loss or damage to a file due to unauthorized access or usage. 4. Students are strongly encouraged to use appropriate security and backup procedures to insure the

authenticity of their files. Students are required to have current Anti Virus program and Anti Spyware program.

5. All students are required to register their laptops through the Technology Department, upon arriving at The Storm King School. Failure to do so will result in NO network access.

Students must obtain the approval of their parent(s) or guardian(s) before access to the School’s Network /

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Internet resources can be granted. Both students and parents must also read and sign the Acceptable Use Policy to indicate an understanding and acceptance of its contents. Internet use is a privilege, not a right, and may be revoked if abused. Vandalism of equipment, network access or programs will result in discipline as defined in the school conduct policy. Users must adhere to the same code of ethics that govern all other aspects of like. The following Internet Acceptable Use Policy is not an inclusive listing, but general guidelines dictated by decorum, privacy, respect and the law.

1) Accounts may be used only by the authorized owners of the accounts. Access of other accounts is prohibited.

2) Users are responsible for the file content, downloading file (video, music, etc.) data, programs and email communications of the accounts.

3) Users shall not use their accounts or the network to create, view or distribute, images, sounds, messages or materials which are obscene, pornographic, harassing, racist, inflammatory, malicious, fraudulent or slanderous. Users shall not engage in cyber bullying.

4) Users shall respect the privacy of others, and shall not access, modify, or copy passwords or data belonging to other users. Users will not publish private information on students, faculty or staff without permission.

5) Users shall not use computer programs to decode passwords or to access information. 6) Users shall not use computers to access personal entertainment, social networks, and game playing during

academic times. 7) Users shall not attempt to circumvent or subvert system security measures. 8) Users shall not copy files, data or programs without permission. 9) Users shall not install software or download unauthorized files, games, programs or other electronic

media. 10) Users shall not engage in any activities that might be harmful to systems or to any information stored

thereon, such as creating viruses, damaging files or disrupting service. 11) Users shall respect copyright laws and licensing agreements pertaining to material entered into and

obtained via the system. Software piracy and plagiarism are illegal. 12) The use of the network for personal profit, commercial purposes or illegal activities is prohibited. 13) Users shall respect the integrity of Storm King Telecommunication’s infrastructure. Unauthorized

access to The Storm King School information systems, Internet or other networked computers is not permitted. Attempts to hack into the Storm King network, damage the functionality of the network or to bypass its restrictions are illegal. And violation of these restrictions may be prosecuted as a criminal offense.

The Storm King School monitors online access and retains the right to review and edit any materials that are stored, posted or emailed through its network infrastructure. Any user who does not comply with the Internet Acceptable Use Policy will be subject to one or more of the following consequences: (The disciplinary action depends upon the infraction and is not limited to this list.)

• Conference with parent(s) or guardian. • Compensation equivalent to the cost of repair or replacement as determined by the school. (This

includes labor time needed for the repair.) • Loss of network privileges for a determined period of time.

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• Permanent revocation of network rights. • Disciplinary measures • Expulsion • Legal Action

IPads will be assigned and configured by SKS Technology department with each student’s own iCloud account using the student’s SKS email address. A student may not use a personal iCloud account with his/her iPad due to restrictions with the apps that are used for school. IPads are controlled by SKS mobile device management and subject to be remotely erased at any time. Parents and Student – PLEASE READ AND SIGN THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT: We have read The Storm King School Internet / Network Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) and fully understand that the student will be held accountable for all activities including, but not limited to, the content of materials sent or obtained by mail, news, or any other means using Storm King’s network privileges. The student will be held accountable for all activities that take place under their user accounts. We agree to abide by the principles and guidelines of the AUP. We further agree not to hold The Storm King School or any of its employees responsible for the performance of the system, loss of data, interruptions of service or the content of any materials accessed through its network. Student Name: Date: Signature of Student: Parent: As the parent or guardian I have read and understand the Acceptable Use Policy for Student Use of Computers and Educational Technology of The Storm King School. I have discussed this policy with my child, and if necessary helped him/her understand it. I agree not to hold The Storm King School or any of its employees responsible for the performance of the system, loss of data, interruptions of service or the content of any materials accessed through its network. I further understand, and have discussed with my child, that he/she is responsible for his/her own actions in this regard. Parent name: Date: Signature of Parent / Guardian: ____________ In order to facilitate homework assignments and communicate with parents in timelier manner, Storm King allocates an individual email account to all students. NOTE: STUDENTS WILL NOT BE GIVEN NETWORK ACCESS WITHOUT AN APPROPRIATELY COMPLETED AND SIGNED FORM ON FILE WITH THE TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT.

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Activities Permission & Agreement Form This form shall serve as permission for my child, _____________________________________ __

(Print Name of Student) Please check an option: ! To participate in any and all school-sponsored activities and to have all activity fees less than $60.00

(US) automatically invoiced to his/her student account. (If any trip requires an overnight stay or cost more than $60.00, the parent/guardian will be contacted for permission and payment arrangements.)

! To participate in any and all school-sponsored activities and to have the Dean’s office contact me about

activity fees prior to each event (excluding normal weekend movie trips). ! To participate only in those school-sponsored activities that do not require a fee. **Once your child commits to an activity, he/she/you are responsible for full payment and will be invoiced even if the student later chooses not to attend. ONLY medical circumstances will excuse a student from payment. Please discuss any financial issues with your child so he/she will make informed decisions. Thank you for your cooperation. ______________________________________________________________________ _____ Student Signature Date ______________________________________________________________________ _____ Name of Parent/Guardian (print) Signature of Parent/Guardian Date

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Travel Permission Form (Student’s name) has permission to do the following at the discretion of the Dean of Student’s Office without authorization from me. (Please check “yes” or “no” in each case.)

Travel Permission Yes No

" " to ride in a car driven by another Storm King parent

" " to ride in a car driven by another Storm King student

" " to ride in a car driven by a relative or guardian

" " to ride in a car driven by a friend Students Who Drive Yes No

" " to provide rides to other Storm King Students

Students are not permitted to travel in a vehicle driven by anyone other than an SKS employee unless prior arrangements have made with the Dean of Students office. Parents should contact the Dean of Students to provide permission. Storm King requires an invitation if a student is going any place other than his or her home. This permission form covers non-school sponsored trips. Authorization for weekend/day permissions for any place not covered by the above categories need to be arranged with the Dean of Students Office by the prior Wednesday. Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: _ Home Phone: ____________ Work Phone: ____________ Cell: ______________________________

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Dress Code

The Storm King School has changed clothing providers and Land’s End is now the exclusive provider of all SKS academic-day apparel. All tops and bottoms must be ordered directly from the Storm King School Land’s End online store, which is now fully operational. See the attached instruction sheet for information on how to access and order from that website. Students will be permitted to wear existing Storm King tops and bottoms purchased in previous years, as long as they closely resemble the styles that are included in the 2014-15 online store. Please call 845-534-7892 x216 or email Dean of Students Alan Lewis alewis@sks.org, with any questions. Students must wear the following clothes during the academic day, which runs between the hours of 7AM and a student’s final academic obligation of the day.

TOPS

Students must wear solid-colored navy or white collared shirts embroidered with the Storm King School Crest. Oxford shirts must be buttoned and all tops must be tucked into bottoms and worn with a belt (if wearing shorts or pants). All tops should adequately cover the chest and midriff areas. Students may wear any of the sweater styles on the Land’s End online store in solid navy, white, or yellow. These must be worn over Storm King School collared shirts.

All students, both male and female, are required to purchase a blazer embroidered with the Storm King School Logo available on the online store. These blazers may by worn during the academic day, and are required to be worn for Thursday Night Dinners and during select days or activities as designated by the Dean of Students office.

Students are not permitted to wear hooded sweatshirts during the academic day, unless designated a “dress down day” by the school administration.

BOTTOMS Students must choose from the styles and colors that are available on the Land’s End online store. Depending on the style, bottoms may be available in khaki, navy, black, or plaid (in the case of some skirt/skort styles). Students are not allowed to wear denim jeans of any any kind or other styles that are meant to resemble denim. Stretch pants, spandex, leggings, and any kind of athletic apparel are prohibited during the academic day.

SHOES

Shoes must be clean, and in good condition. No flip-flop or thong sandals may be worn during the academic day.

HATS

No hats are allowed to be worn in any of the academic buildings, including the Art Center, Library, Mountain Center, and Dining Hall – at any time of the day. No other head covering, including bandannas, are permitted in the buildings outlined above.

THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE NOT PERMITTED AT ANY TIME:

• Shirts that expose cleavage, shoulders, and midriffs • Mini-skirts • Clothing that displays anything offensive or in poor taste, including any drug, violence, or sexual imagery or language • Clothing that is ripped in offensive places • Make-up or accessories that are distracting or in poor taste • Hair that is dyed a distracting color (e.g., a color of the rainbow) or cut in a distracting manner (e.g., a Mohawk). • Inappropriate jewelry, which includes nose, eyebrow, tongue, face, or body piercings  

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• The Storm King School Dress Code now includes a footwear requirement. The purpose of this is to ensure the safety of the student transitioning from the indoor classroom to the outdoor classroom. There will be a proactive use of the outdoors in our education process and students need to be prepared to participate fully in the learning adventure. Required shoes have good tread (to prevent slippage) and keep feet warm and dry while walking from building to building. For this reason, sneakers will not be allowed during the academic day.

• The following pages will illustrate the types of shoes acceptable in the Storm King School Academic Dress Code.

• The treads shown here indicate minimum tread and relative maximum tread.

• • A bottom tread between the shoe on the left (minimum tread) and the shoe on the right is acceptable. • The following shoes are acceptable women’s styles (colors from grey to black or tan to brown). The

shoe does not have to be one of these pictured, only a representative style.

• • If choosing one of the above styles, you may require a second pair for winter wear.

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• The shoe above is not an acceptable style (sole too tall)

• Acceptable Men’s Styles. The tread illustration above indicates the range of traction acceptable. You do not need to purchase one of these exact shoes, but one like any of these styles (colors from gray to black or tan to brown).

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• • • If you have questions about the required footwear, please contact Mr. Heno, hheno@sks.org. • The pictures above represent shoes by Merrell, Timberland, Keen, Dr. Martin, and LL Bean.