J. E. Clark Preparat J.E. Clark Preparatory Academy

15755 Bremen StreetDetroit, Michigan 48224

(313) 417-9340 Telephone 313) 417-9345 Fax

Mrs. Monica Hester, PrincipalMrs. Yvette Schroeder, Assistant

Principal

2018-2019Parent & Student Handbook

Education is a shared commitment between dedicated teachers, motivated students and enthusiastic parents with high expectations.

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--------------Bob Beauprez

Thank you for choosing J. E. Clark Preparatory Academy!

This handbook contains information for all J.E. Clark Preparatory Academy parents, students, and community members. It will help you to understand the overall structure of our school, as well as your role in supporting the school’s vision and mission.

As parents and members of our school community, you are a stakeholder. You play one of the most significant roles with ensuring the success of your child’s educational experience!

Please join us as we work together to create a learning environment where students are receiving a high quality education and parents work alongside the school as partners in this awesome opportunity to learn and grow together!

Please read this entire document thoroughly and discuss with your child. If you have any

Introduction

J. E. Clark Preparatquestions, please do not hesitate to call or visit

our school. We are happy to be here to assist!

Thank you!Clark Staff & Administration

MissionTo create a safe, respectful, and responsible learning environment in which every child & every adult experiences a thriving culture that supports high-quality teaching & learning, resulting in confidence in oneself along with the ability to positively contribute to society.

VisionOur vision is simplistic in that we want to create a learning and working environment that embraces dignity! One in which higher levels of learning is the norm and connects our students to the possibilities of the outside world, connects our educators to the possibilities of innovative leadership, so that our communities can thrive, grow, and become self-sufficient as we realize the value of life, self, the community in which we live, and the world.

Mission, Vision, & Belief Statements

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BeliefSchools are the nucleus of the neighborhood and should provide avenues and opportunities of learning that enable students to confidently enter into society where they can be a catalyst for positive change while contributing innate talents and learned skills for the greater good of self, community, and the world.

J. E. Clark Preparatory Academy15755 Bremen Street

Detroit, Michigan 48224(313) 417-9340 Telephone (313) 417-9345 Fax

Mrs. Monica Hester, Principal Mrs. Yvette Schroeder, Assistant Principal

Mission: We educate and empower every student, in every community, every day, to build a stronger Detroit.Vision: All students will have the knowledge, skills and confidence necessary to thrive in our city, our nation, our world.

September 4, 2018

Dear Parents,

As Principal at J. E. Clark Preparatory Academy, it is my pleasure to welcome all of my parents and YOUNG SCHOLARS back for the 2018-2019 school year! A new year means new beginnings filled with unlimited possibilities of hope, progress, and what can be! I am both excited and optimistic to have our learners back, filling our classrooms and hallways with enthusiasm and energetic laughter once again! Our new school motto is, ‘EVERY CHILD by NAME!” We at J. E. Clark believe that this school motto embodies who we are as a staff. We strive to know the strengths and challenges of each one of our young scholars as we work to provide needed services and resources. It is our mission to educate and empower every student, in every community, every day, to build a stronger Detroit so that all students will have the knowledge, skills and confidence necessary to thrive in our city, our nation, our world.

This year marks a year of new faces, new school initiatives, and a newly adopted English Language Arts (EL Education) and Mathematics (Eureka) program. Administration and instructional teaching staff are continually learning, collaborating, planning, and exploring innovative ways of teaching that enhance the learning opportunities of all Clark Scholars.

J. E. Clark PreparatAdditionally, to keep our parents engaged with the new reading and math curricula, selected

staff will be facilitating parents workshops which highlight the essentials of EL Education and Eureka Math. J.E. Clark has also partnered with a number of organizations in order to better support the needs of our students and families. Organizations such as the Girl Scouts will provide opportunities of leadership, learning, and character development for our young scholars!

Our mission and vision can become a reality by remembering that communication is essential to a healthy and productive home-school relationship. It is our goal to create a rich learning environment where success is a shared responsibility among students, staff, and parents! We appreciate and applaud the support that we receive from our J. E. Clark Parents! It is my hope that we will come together as one school community to problem solve and meet any challenges that we may face. We all play a vital role in providing the best in educational services for our young scholars. We pledge to provide our students with the best in wraparound educational services at J. E. Clark Preparatory Academy where we recognize, “EVERY CHILD by NAME!”

DPSCD does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability and/or religion. Questions? Concerns? For more information visit the Compliance

Website at: detroitk12.org/admin/compliance/Dr. Nikolai Vitti, Superintendent

Dear J. E. Clark Preparatory Academy Family:

Welcome back to an exciting 2018-2019 school year at Clark Preparatory Academy. We are is thrilled that you have entrusted your child’s education to us! It is our goal this year to create an enriched learning environment that engages each student at Clark.

This handbook was designed to increase communication between the school and home, as well as to provide information regarding rules, policies, procedures, and expectations.

We need and welcome the support and cooperation of all parents and community partners! I believe in a collaborative school environment – one in which we can draw upon the strengths of all stakeholders. There are multiple ways for you to share your ideas and support the vision and mission of the school. Your involvement is essential to creating a

From the desk of Mrs. Monica Hester, Principal

J. E. Clark Preparatproductive educational environment where working together

makes a difference in the lives of all our students!

It is my hope that this school year will be full of successful experiences and that each and every student will look back on their time at Clark Preparatory Academy as a positive and enriching time in their lives.

I look forward to working with you this year! If you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions, please do not hesitate to call.

Sincerely,Mrs. Monica Hester,Principal

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J. E. Clark Preparat J . E. Clark Preparatory Academy

15755 Bremen Street Detroit, Michigan 48224

(313) 417-9340 Telephone (313) 417-9345 Fax Mrs. Monica Hester, Principal Mrs. Yvette Schroeder, Assistant Principal

“EVERY CHILD by NAME”

Mission: We educate and empower every student, in every community, every day, to build a stronger Detroit. Vision: All students will have the knowledge, skills and confidence necessary to thrive in our city, our nation, our world.

Welcome back to J . E. Clark Preparatory Academy where we recognize,

2018-2019 BELL SCHEDULEHomeroom 7:30 - 7:45

1st Period 7:45 - 8:35 2nd Period 8:38 - 9:28

3rd Period 9:31 - 10:21

4th Period 10:24 - 11:14

5th Period 11:17 - 12:07

6th Period 12:10 - 1:00

7th Period 1:03 - 1:53

8th Period 1:56 - 2:40

K through 4th Grade Lunch 10:24 - 11:145th through 8th Grade Lunch 11:17 - 12:07

DPSCD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, and/or religion. Questions? Concerns? For more information, contact the Compliance Officer at (313) 240-4377 or detroitk12.org/admin/compliance

Dr. Nikolai P. Vitti, General Superintendent

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Assessment Grade Level(s) Testing Window

April (Continued)ACT WorkKeys – MME Day 2 11 Initial: April 10

Makeup: April 24ACT WorkKeys – Accommodated Window 11 April 10 – 23

PSAT 8/9 8 Initial: April 9Makeup: April 10 – 16 or 23 – 24

PSAT 8/9 9 Initial: April 9, 10, or 11Makeup: April 10 – 16 or 23 – 24

PSAT 10 10 Initial: April 9, 10, or 11Makeup: April 10 – 16 or 23 – 24

PSAT 8/9 and 10 – Accommodated Window 8 – 10 April 9 – 23

M–STEP Assessment 3, 4, 6, and 7 (ELA and Math) April 29 – May 24

May

Spring Science Assessment 5 and 8 Initial: May 6 – 10Makeup: May 13 – 15

Spring Social Studies Assessment 5 and 8 Initial: May 6 – 10Makeup: May 13 – 15

Spring Reading Diagnostic Assessment – iReady

K – 8 Initial: May 13 – 24Makeup: May 28 – 31

Spring Mathematics Diagnostic Assessment – iReady

K – 8 Initial: May 13 – 24Makeup: May 28 – 31

June

Semester 2 Final Exams – Seniors 12 May 31

No district or state required assessments

J. E. Clark PreparatJ. E. Clark Preparatory Academy

15755 Bremen StreetDetroit, Michigan 48224

(313) 417-9340 Telephone (313) 417-9345 FaxMrs. Monica Hester, Principal

September 10, 2017

Dear Parents & Students,

Please make yourselves aware of J.E. Clark Preparatory Academy’s Cellular Phone Policy. In an effort to maximize learning time in the classroom, Clark staff will no longer collect cellular devices at the entry door. However, please know that once students enter the building for daily instruction, their cellular device MUST be turned completely off. This means that phones MUST NOT be in vibrate mode. Once students are dismissed from class at the end of the school day, they may turn on their cellular devices once outside of the building. Clark’s 2018-2019 school hours will be from 7:30 a.m.-2:40 p.m., DAILY. If students experience an emergency, they must tell the teacher first so that permission can be granted to use the classroom telephone or the telephone in the main office. Please note that J. E. Clark WILL NOT be responsible for any lost or stolen cell phones.

Students are expected to: Completely turn off ALL cellular devices once they

enter the building. DO NOT put phones on vibrate. Keep cellular phones with you, in a safe place while in

school (i.e. in zipped or deep pockets on your person) Not show or give their cell phone to anyone (not even

to hold) as J. E. Clark WILL NOT be responsible for lost or stolen phones. Your cell phone MUST be concealed at all times!

Not sneak on their phone and call parents/relatives up to the school to settle matters that HAVE NOT

2018-2019 Cellular Phone Policy/Contract

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Help us to maintain a safe and orderly environment. Please follow protocol at all times!

Consequences for not adhering to the Cellular Phone Policy:

Student will receive a verbal WARNING for the first infraction

Cellular phone will be confiscated and sent to the office by the teacher or school staff

A parent MUST be present to retrieve the phone. Cellular phones will not be given to anyone else but the parent(s)

Students will have access to the classroom or office phone for EMERGENCY USE ONLY!

Parents can help by: Talking to your learner about the new cellular phone

policy at Clark which states that cellular phones MUST be turned off between the hours of 7:30 a.m.-2:40 p.m.

Talking to your learner about the importance of keeping their cell phone hidden away or tucked inside a deep or zipped pocket on their person at all times

If an emergency arises at home, please tell your learner that you will notify the school office. If your learner has an emergency while in school, tell him/her to alert the teacher first who will provide access to the classroom telephone or send the student with a pass to use the telephone in the main office

Any questions or concerns can be addressed to Clark administration

Making time to have your voice heard at Clark’s monthly ‘Administrative Parent Meetings!’ Bring your questions & concerns...hope to see you there!

Thank you,Mrs. Monica Hester, Clark Principal

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A03 USE OF ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION DEVICES (“ECD”) SMART PHONES, CELLULAR PHONES OR OTHER DEVICES THAT CAUSE DISRUPTION WHILE ON SCHOOL PROPERTY

Cellular devices MUST be turned off (NOT IN VIBRATE MODE) and kept hidden away M-F, from 7:30 a.m.-2:40 p.m. DAILY. PLEASE SEE CODE OF CONDUCT LEVEL 1 INFRACTION & REFERRAL PROCESS LISTED ON PAGES 21 & 22 OF THE STUDENTS’ RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES CODE OF CONDUCT OR VIEW DPSCD’S CODE OF CONDUCT AT:

http://detroitk12.org/resources/students/codeOfConduct/Student_Code_of_Conduct.pdf

School Rules

1. Students MUST respect teachers and all adults in the building. We are here to support you!

2. Be punctual come to school prepared with supplies and assignments.

3. Respect school property and personal property of others.4. Respect the rights of others and avoid verbal and physical

abuse.5. Obtain oral or written permission to leave all assigned

locations – this includes the lunchroom and the classroom.6. Coats, jackets, and hats are to be placed in the student’s

assigned locker before homeroom and taken out as directed by their teacher during dismissal.

7. Students are only permitted at lockers during hall passing 8. Radios, recorders and games are not permitted in classrooms

unless permitted by the teacher9. Students must have a hall pass when in the hallway at all

times.

Bus Rules

1. Students who come to school on the bus should return home on the bus unless they have a written note from a parent/guardian stating that the parent will pick them up from school on the designated date/time.

School & Bus Rules

Student Code of Conduct Violation

J. E. Clark Preparat2. Improper conduct is not acceptable on the bus.

3. Only scheduled students are allowed to ride the school bus.4. Students are to go directly to their assigned bus at dismissal.5. Transportation will be denied for students who

repeatedly exhibit disruptive behavior on the school bus. Parents will be notified.

ATTENDANCE POLICY

Students’ school day is 7:30 a.m. – 2:40 p.m. Monday thru Friday.

On half days, dismissal is 10:45 a.m. Students are to report promptly to class on time each

day. Clark’s Attendance Agent will be tracking those students who are consistently tardy, absent, or picked-up early

Excused Absences

Please note: Excused absences are absences for which there are legitimate excuses. Students must bring a written note to their homeroom teacher when they return to school in order for the absence to be excused.

Examples of Excused Absences are:

1. An illness2. Family Emergency3. Medical/Dental Appointment4. Religious Observance

In lieu of a written notice from a parent or legal guardian the following documentation may be used to excuse an absence:

A. A verified physician’s statement;B. Authorized homebound instruction;C. Court supplied documentation of incarceration

Unless approved by the principal or designee, other reasons for being absent are unacceptable and shall be considered unexcused. A student shall be considered truant when he or she is absent without their parent/legal guardian’s permission. When a parent/legal guardian consents to unnecessary absences, such absences will be recorded as unexcused.

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Unexcused Absences

Unexcused absences are absences for which there are not legitimate reasons. Any absence from class longer than 15 minutes that are not approved or justified by a written statement from a parent, health care provider, authorized homebound instructor, official court document, or governmental agency.

**Two unexcused absences, excessive tardiness, and early pick-ups will generate an attendance referral to be submitted to the school’s attendance agent for further follow-up/investigation.

Tardiness

Students arriving after 7:45 a.m. will need to report to the Attendance Agent to receive a tardy pass. Chronic tardiness will result in a referral to DPSCD Attendance Department.

EMERGENCIES & Current Parent Contact Information

Illness

It is vitally important that we have current contact as well as current emergency contact information on file for each student. Emergency Contact Forms will be distributed each quarter for the purpose of keeping accurate demographic information on each student. Each student will be receiving their demographic update form during DAY 1 of school. If you did not receive a form, please notify the school immediately as we need accurate demographic information on each student in case of an emergency. All forms MUST be returned to your learner’s homeroom teacher by Friday, September 14, 2017.

Weather

Please listen to your local radio and/or television station for emergency announcements during inclement weather. Schools may be closed due to power outages, snow conditions, or severe weather. If school is in session and MUS T close due to power outages or inclement weather, parents will receive a mass communication call from the attending

J. E. Clark Preparatschool and/or Detroit Public Schools Community District information

system. Again, please ensure that your learner’s school has accurate and up-to-date demographic information for parent, guardian, and/or emergency contact.

Fire/Tornado Drills and Evacuation Procedures

An emergency evacuation map is posted in each classroom. Teachers will review the plan at the beginning of the school year. When the fire alarm sounds, each teacher is to follow the fire drill schedule exit plan and walk students out of the classroom, quietly, and in a single file line from the building to your class rooms designated area outside of the building. Once the designated area is reached, it is mandatory that teachers take attendance & immediately notify administration of any missing students. All students are expected to remain quiet, listen to instructions, remain with their class and await further instructions. Classes can then re-enter the building when an “All Clear” signal/direction is given. Students MUST NOT leave their class line at any time during the drill and MUST return directly to their assigned classroom with the rest of the class.

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

ENTRANCE PROCEDURE:

1. All visitors should enter the Bremen Main Entrance Door.

2. The Back Door entrance is for STAFF ONLY!3. Students are to report to school by 7:30 a.m.,

entering through the Metal Detector. Afterwards, Middle School students report to the auditorium and Elementary School students report to the Gym. Students will be supervised by Administration and SSA’s until their homeroom teachers arrive for pick-up at 7:30 a.m.

4. ALL CELLULAR DEVICES MUST BE TURNED OFF FROM 7:30 A.M.-2:40 P.M. Devices ARE NOT be to be VIBRATE MODE! IF STUDENT’S NEED TO USE THE PHONE, THERE IS A TELEPHONE LOCATED IN EACH CLASSROOM AS WELL AS THE MAIN OFFICE.

EXIT PROCEDURE:

J. E. Clark Preparat1. Parents are to wait outside at the assigned dismissal

door, at dismissal time.2. Parents are to report to the Main Office for a Release Slip in order to remove students before their official dismissal time. Early dismissals are strongly discouraged (except in the case of extreme emergencies) as they interfere with classroom instruction. Please see the NEW DISTRICT ATTENDANCE POLICY. ALL EARLY PICK-UPS MUST BE SIGNED OUT BY THE ATTENDANCE AGENT.3. Early pick-up procedure (last point of early pick-up will be at 2:00 p.m.), extreme emergencies MUST see Attendance Agent4. Help us to maximize student instructional time! All parent conferences with teachers MUST be scheduled. If parents need to see a teacher immediately, parents/guardians MUST sign in first, report to the office, and see the Principal who will find coverage for the requested teacher and then set up the parent-teacher conference with the teacher in parent-conference center (main office). THIS PROCEDURE IS FOR EMERGENCY CASES ONLY! ALL OTHER PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES MUST BE SCHEDULED.

Please Note:

3. Students are not allowed to open the entry doors.4. Teachers line up students inside the classroom as

dismissal time approaches.5. ALL teachers will walk students out to the sidewalk

for dismissal. TEACHERS OF STUDENTS IN GRADES K-2 MUST KNOW WHO IS PICKING UP EACH STUDENT OR HOW THEY ARE TO ARRIVE HOME. IF STUDENTS ARE NOT PICKED UP DURING DISMISSAL, TEACHER MUST TAKE STUDENT TO THE OFFICE AND PLACE A PHONE CALL HOME.

6. ALL Support Staff will remain behind in order to supervise and clear the school hallways

**NEW STUDENT EARLY PICK UP POLICY**

Please Note: There will be no early student pick-up after 2:00 p.m. daily.

J. E. Clark Preparat Before a student leaves the school property, the parent/guardian

or adult designee must sign the student out in the main office.

Please ensure that Clark school has the names of all family members who will be picking your learner up from school. As the school WILL NOT release any student to unauthorized persons.

Parents WILL NOT be allowed to walk to the teacher’s class in order to pick-up their learner. In order to maximize classroom instructional time, parents MUST:I. Sign-in at the doorII. Proceed to the office where the student MUST be signed

out, the office will call the roomIII. Wait in the office for the student. In the case of our

younger students (K-2), support staff will be on hand to escort the student to the office

IV. In order to help us maximize classroom instructional time, classroom visitations by parents MUST be cleared by the Principal and teacher before the parent is provided a pass to enter the classroom. All other conferences with the teacher MUST be scheduled through the office secretarial staff.

V. Your support and adherence to these procedures help us to maintain a safe and orderly learning environment for our students

HALL PASSING

ALL instructional teaching staff MUST be on hall duty during passing time

Hall passing time is five (5) minutes. Please encourage students to use the restroom before leaving home, during the designated restroom period for the entire class, or during hall passing time as students WILL NOT be issued a pass to use the restroom during instructional time, unless there is an emergency.

Students should walk quietly from one class to another.

Students should always walk to the right in the hallway.

Any student in the halls after the tardy bell rings should have a written pass signed by a teacher.

Students should not, under any circumstances, be in a classroom they are not assigned to for that particular hour. All students

J. E. Clark PreparatMUST be in their assigned class in order to receive, ‘Bell to Bell’

instruction.

LOCKERS/BOOKBAGS

1. Middle school students must provide locks for their lockers. The school cannot be responsible for items stored in lockers.

2. Book-bags must be left in lockers. Students are to take everything needed for the morning during homeroom bell time, before going to class. Students may visit the lockers at lunch time in order to retrieve needed items for lunch and the afternoon class sessions.

3. Our goal is to maximize instructional learning time. Please note that students WILL NOT be permitted to exit the classroom once entered. Please ensure that your learner understands that he/she is expected to retrieve ALL needed items from the locker the FIRST TIME.

4. Please do not allow children to bring the large book-bags on wheels; they do not fit into the lockers and cannot be left outside classroom doors. (We must keep hallways clear for emergency exiting.) Students may wear sweaters/cardigans, blazer style jackets inside of the classroom. NO HOODIES! Young ladies beginning in grade 3 may carry a small over the shoulder style purse.

**Important Note to Clark parents**

Parents, students must remain inside of the classroom where instruction is taking place. Students WILL NOT be allowed to walk the hallways or sit in the office for any reason. Any student who refuses to remain in the classroom will have a parent called to address the situation along with our Dean of Students. As a school, we will pull together our resources in order to support our J. E. Clark Scholars.

LUNCHTIME EXPECTATIONS:

All Clark Academy students are entitled to enjoy their lunch period in a pleasant, clean and safe environment. Accordingly, all students are expected to follow all rules and regulations. Students will be accompanied to lunch by a supervising adult. During lunch, it is expected that each child will exhibit appropriate cafeteria behavior. Students should demonstrate good eating habits, clean up their eating area, and remain

J. E. Clark Preparatorderly as required by the Code of Conduct, obeying and

respecting all established rules and procedures.

LUNCHTIME RULESIn general, well-mannered conduct should guide the student’s behavior at all times in the cafeteria.  Listed below are some rules and the cafeteria procedure which will help ensure appropriate conduct and an orderly lunch period.

1. Students should enter the cafeteria quietly, orderly, and be seated.

2. Respect and politeness must be shown to all, including the cafeteria staff and parent volunteers.

3. Student's tables will be called one-at-a-time by the adult in charge for those who wish to purchase food or drink.  No book bags or outerwear such as jackets or hoodies may be brought into the food service line or cafeteria.

4. Students must be patient while waiting to be served.  A single file line must be maintained.

5. No food may be brought back through the food service line once it has been purchased.

6. Students must be seated at a table when eating.  Once seated, students MUST raise their hand and WAIT FOR PERMISSION FROM A SUPERVISING ADULT to move. There is NO moving without permission.  Students should refrain from shouting across tables.

7. Students must help to keep the cafeteria clean and safe. Student can help by cleaning up after themselves, removing trash from tables, chairs and the floor and wait for the trash can to be brought around to them by the supervising adults or the lunch table captains.

Throwing food, ice, or other objects is not allowed.  Running, excessive noise, “horse play”, or other disruptive behavior is not allowed.  All unacceptable behavior will result in school detention and/or removal from the cafeteria for specified time period.

**FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH LUNCHTIME RULES WILL RESULT IN IMMEDIATE DISCIPLINARY ACTION.**

SECURITY:

All school doors will be locked at 8:05 a.m. The Bremen St. Main Entrance is the only door to be utilized after 8:05 a.m. All visitors are

J. E. Clark Preparatto report directly to the main office. Parents, DO NOT report directly

to classrooms, there is now a process in place to speak with teachers. Please sign-in at the office and ask for Principal.

VISITORS:

All visitors and siblings must report directly to the main office when entering the building. Please use the Bremen St. Main Entrance only.

PARENT VOLUNTEERS:

Parent volunteers are needed and welcomed. If you are available to assist in your child’s classroom, please contact the Principal to make arrangements. Once you become a regular volunteer, please sign the Volunteer’s Book in the main office prior to proceeding to your assignment. Also, parents please join us for our flexible monthly parent meetings at J. E. Clark. Communications will be sent home regarding meeting times.

CLARK PREPARATORY ACADEMY DRESS CODE

2017-2018 UNIFORM & DRESS CODE POLICIES

Uniforms

BOYSTop: Red or White (Polo or Button-Up), Blazers are WELCOMED!Please Note: Shirts must be tucked in pants and pulled up on the waist with a belt at all times.Pants: Tan/ Khaki Shoes: Loafers, gym shoes or uniform shoes. No flip-flops /open sandals.

J. E. Clark PreparatGIRLS

Top: Red or White Blouse/PoloBottoms: Tan/ Khaki Skirt, Jumper, or Pants Tights / socks: Solid white, red, tan or black

Shoes: Loafers, gym shoes or uniform shoes. No flip-flops/open sandals

Please Note: Skirts and Jumpers must be KNEE-LENGTH. Boots cannot be worn over the tops of pants.

Prohibited Clothing

NO JEANS AT ALL, no trousers worn below the waistline. For our young men scholars, belts are to be worn at all times!

No shorts, no halter tops, halter dresses, or tube dresses allowed. No biking pants (including Spandex).

No oversized t-shirts; No t-shirts with inappropriate graphics and/or language). We realize that our students want to honor loved ones. However, please do not wear R.I.P t-shirts to school. All students MUST be in uniform.

No tops which reveal the midriff or chest area. No see-through garments. No items which expose the skin. No clothing, pins, or haircuts with offensive language. No hats, headbands, curlers, or hairnets. No miniskirts. All skirts and dresses must be knee-length (all

grades). No unbuttoned shirts. All shirts must be buttoned. No sunglasses permitted in school. No jackets, hoodies or coats are to be worn after entry into

school. Only blazer style jackets, sweaters, and cardigans can be worn on school grounds

No expensive outer garments. Clark school will not be held responsible for the loss of or damage of expensive clothing or

J. E. Clark Preparatother items. Please keep all expensive items off of school

grounds and at home. All shoes with provisions for laces must be laced. No excessive or expensive jewelry allowed. (Students may wear

simple chains and wristwatches.) Purses for 3rd-8th grade girls/young ladies WILL BE allowed.

PLEASE NOTE:**Clark School will not be responsible for items stolen from lockers. As well, the school WILL NOT be responsible for items left in lockers overnight**

QUESTIONS? COMMENTS? CONCERNS?

ACADEMICS

Grading Systems & Report Cards

The accepted marking system for Academics and Citizenship is as follows:

Academics Citizenship

A = 100% - 90% Excellent 1 = ExcellentB = 89% - 80% Good 2 = AverageC = 79% - 70% Average 3 =

PoorD = 69% - 60% PoorE = 59% - below Failing

HOMEWORK POLICY

DEADLINES

Homework is an integral part of every child’s education. Homework assignments are designed to reinforce concepts and skills developed in the classroom, and to foster responsible behavior. THEREFORE, homework is expected to be returned on the date specified by each teacher. Penalties will be assessed for returning homework late, or not at all.

J. E. Clark PreparatMAKE-UP WORK DUE TO ABSENCES:

In order for a child to receive make-up work due to absence, the child must first turn in a written note from a parent/guardian verifying the absence. The absence excuse must state the date(s), state the reason, and be signed by the parent/guardian.

PARENT – TEACHER COMMUNICATION

SCHEDULING APPOINTMENTS:

If you need to have a conference with a teacher, please contact the teacher to schedule an appointment. Teachers cannot be pulled from classrooms for telephone conversations during the school day. If you telephone, kindly leave a message for the teacher to return your call. IN ORDER TO MAXIMIZE STUDENT LEARNING TIME...ALL TEACHER CONFERENCES MUST BE SCHEDULED. EMERGENCIES TO SEE A TEACHER MUST GO THROUGH THE PRINCIPAL WHO IN TURN WILL NOTIFY THE TEACHER IF WARRANTED.

PROGRESS REPORTS:

Expect a Progress Report if your child’s grades are below passing (D or F).

CLARK PREPARATORY ACADEMY HONOR ROLL CRITERIA

Honor Roll Students are identified after each Card Marking. The students' names are displayed on Honor Boards in school hallways (upstairs and downstairs) and are listed in the monthly Newsflash packet.

Principal’s ListStudents must achieve a 4.0 for the card marking in order to receive this honor

J. E. Clark PreparatScholastic Achievement

Students must achieve a 3.5-3.9 for the card marking in order to receive this honor ElementaryStudents must receive a “PS” in all Reading-related subjects except Handwriting and Writing Process. Students’ Math grades must average to “PS,” with no grade of “NH” (so, 2 PS’s and 1 ID would equal Honor Roll Status.) Students must receive “PS” in Science, Social Studies and all special subjects.

Middle Students will qualify for the Honor Roll if they have an overall 3.0 or above Grade Point Average. Students will be disqualified if they receive a ‘D’ or ‘F’ in any subject. The Grade Point Average on the Report Card reflects the marks received in all subjects

Citizenship

Students must receive all 1’s in citizenship to be placed on the Honor Roll. AttendanceHonor Roll students must have Perfect Attendance. They must be in the classroom on time every day in order to meet the Perfect Attendance requirement.

2018-2019Home-School Learning Compact

J.E. Clark Preparatory Academy15755 Bremen Street

Detroit, Michigan 48224(313) 417-9340 Telephone (313) 417-9395 Fax

Mrs. Monica Hester, Principal Mrs. Yvette Schroeder, Assistant Principal

“EVERY CHILD by NAME at J. E. Clark”

J. E. Clark Preparat Mission StatementDelivering a preschool thru grade 8 quality-driven education that

embraces dignity and provides opportunities for learning where the value of self, community, and the world is realized.

We, at J. E. Clark Preparatory Academy shall jointly develop with parents and families a school-parent-family compact that outlines how parents, the entire school staff, and students will share the responsibility for improved student academic achievement and the means by which the school and parents will build and develop a partnership to support our children in achieving the State’s high academic standards [ESSA-Every Student Succeeds Act 1116(d)] Student Name: _______________________________________ Room: _________________________

PARENT AND FAMILY RESPONSIBILITIES

As a parent/guardian, I want my child to achieve; therefore, I will encourage my child by doing the following:

Ensuring that they attend school regularly and on time with the needed supplies & materials

Supporting school staff in maintaining proper discipline

Setting aside a specific time for homework and review it regularly.

Providing a quiet place for study & ensuring my Young Scholar receives adequate rest at night.

Encouraging my child’s efforts as well as maintaining positive interactions with the school

Staying interested in and aware of what my child is learning.

Reading with my child and let my child see me read regularly.

Expressing positive views about the school my child attends

Communicating with my child’s teacher on a regular basis.

J. E. Clark Preparat Volunteering and participating in the school’s PTSA (Parent,

Teacher, and Student Advisory) or visit my child’s classroom as often as possible.

Model the importance of education by allowing my child to see me learning, reading, communicating with others in a respectable manner, and making continuous progress toward a better life.

Support school events such as parent-teacher conferences, open house, PTSA/school improvement & parental meetings

Speak positive, loving words to my child(ren) daily.

Parent’s or Family Member’s signature: _________________ Date: ____________

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

As a student, it is important that I work to the best of my ability; therefore, I will strive to do the following:

Take ownership of my learning by attending school on time, daily with needed supplies/materials

Completing & returning homework daily

Participate in the learning process by asking questions & joining in on classroom discussions

Modeling leadership qualities among my fellow peers, being a positive leader in my community

Work cooperatively with my classmates.

Respect myself, my parents, my school, and other people.

Follow rules provided by the student code of conduct.

Wear my uniform daily.

Read regularly.

Give all notices and information to my parents.

J. E. Clark Preparat Keep track of my progress by talking to my teachers about my

grades, missing assignments, and the chance to make-up/redo assignments if possible.

Follow all rules and adhere to the Student Code of Conduct. Speak to my parents regularly and my teachers about my

progress in school.Read high-quality text at least 30 minutes per day (i.e. newspaper, novel, engaging literature from a variety of genres, etc…)

Student’s signature: ________________Date: _____________

As a teacher/professional staff member, I understand the importance of students’ achieving their highest potential; therefore, I will strive to do the following in support of students’ learning:

The school will provide high-quality curriculum and instruction and an effective learning environment by:

Providing necessary assistance to parents and family members so that they can help with assignments.

Encouraging students, parents, and family members by communicating regularly about student progress.

Contacting parents and family members to convey something positive about students on a regular basis.

Providing high-quality curriculum and instruction. Ensuring a supportive and non-threatening classroom

environment where students learn and feel free to ask questions Providing varied learning opportunities for students to enable

them to meet academic expectations. Hold high expectations for all students, believing that all

students can learn as we support students in realizing their potential.

Be available for parent and family conferences.

J. E. Clark Preparat Make myself and my classroom accessible to parents,

encouraging them to arrange visits to the school, and prearranging observations of my classroom.

Share information regarding school & student data with students, parents, & the community.

Collaborate with colleagues to support teaching & learning across all grade levels & content areas.

Provide relevant homework assignments that reinforce and extend student learning.

Respect all staff, students, parents and community representatives.

Provide immediate feedback on all student assessments (homework assignments, exams, class work).

See myself as a continuous learner by seeking out professional development opportunities that support best practices in student achievement.

Teachers Signature __________________________________________ Date___/____/_______

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

As a principal, I support this compact for parent involvement; therefore, I will strive to do the following:

Provide an environment that allows for positive communication between the teachers, parents, families, guardians, and students.

Encourage teachers to regularly provide homework/reading assignments that will reinforce and enhance classroom instruction.

Monitor and evaluate all components in the compact to ensure the school is realizing the identified goals of the Home-School Compact.

Ensure that a high-quality instruction is provided to all students.

J. E. Clark Preparat Ensure that staff is using data to drive instructional practices

and using best practice strategies to support student learning and engagement across the grade levels and content areas.

Ensure that instructional staff creates Individualized Student Learning Plans based upon multiple measure of data & implement intervention strategies based upon those plans.

Ensure that instructional staff has multiple opportunities to collaborate with grade levels as well as across grade level teams.

Provide professional development opportunities at the school level that address student, teacher, & community needs reflected in summative & formative data.

Provide a positive school climate and culture that is safe and conducive to learning.

Provide opportunities for parents to be actively involved in school activities.

Encourage positive communication between home and school. Respect school staff, students, families, and the community.

Model the behaviors that I wish to see displayed in others. Communicate regularly with the school community about

school-wide events & programming. Monitor teacher/student interaction & learning by conducting

scheduled and unscheduled walk-throughs as well as classroom observations.

Provide immediate feedback to instructional staff regarding work performance.

Provide opportunities for teachers to grow and excel in the profession and beyond.

Principal’s signature: _______________Date: _____________