WELCOME !

1. WELCOME !

2. WELCOME Pedro Rafael AlonsoPrincipal Mary Cortes mecortes1@cps.edu 773-534-5100 / extension 22023

3. WELCOME Brian TennisonAssistant Principal 773-534-5100bctennison@cps.edu

4. Von Steuben’s Vision and Mission

5. Von Steuben MSC Vision We envision a school that fosters a culture of responsibility built on scientific thinking. Our graduates will succeed in and contribute to a competitive and ever-changingworld. Mission Our purpose is to prepare our students for an ever-changing cultural and technological world. We employ scientific approaches to teaching and learning. We collaborate across disciplines to design curriculum and deliver instruction to support student achievement at or above grade level. We insist on a culture of responsibility and opportunity for achievement built by students, parents, teachers, staff, and administrators. The expectations of involvement, self-discipline, and mutual respect extends to all members of the our school community.

6. Von SteubenMotto If I do not know, I will find out.

9. School, Dept. & Course Team Work 2012-2014

10. HIERARCHY OF NEEDS

13. Closing the Achievement Gap at Von SteubenStrengthen Culture of Success for ALL

14. The Leadership and Learning Matrix Effects / Results Data Antecedents / Cause Data

15. The Framework domains illustrate a CPS Framework for Teaching

16. High Schools – Year One Teachers in core subjects areas Teachers in non-core subject areas Teacher Practice Type III – Performance Task Chicago Public Schools

17. Elementary Schools – Year One Teachers in tested subjects (NWEA is administered) Teachers in untested subjects and / or grade levels Type I – NWEA Value-Added Teacher Practice Type III – Performance Task Chicago Public Schools

18. Phased ImplementationMoving to the End State… Year 2 School Year 13-14 Year 5 School Year 16-17 Teacher Practice Type I Growth Type III Growth–Performance Task Student Feedback Chicago Public Schools

21. Von SteubenStudent Development S.I.L.T. Student Instructional Leadership Team

22. Multiple Measures Chicago Public Schools

25. PROGRESS REPORTS Progress reports will be mailed the week of the following dates.

26. REPORT CARDS These report cards may be picked up during Parent-Teacher Conferences from 12—6:15 p.m. These report cards will be mailed to parents and issued to students after the following dates.

27. CPS GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS • 24 Credits Needed to Graduate • 4 in English • 3 in Science • 3 in Math • 3 in Social Studies • 1 Oral and Written Communication ** • 1 in Technology • 2 in a World Language • 2 in Fine Arts – Music (1) and Art or Drafting (1) • 2 in Physical Education • 3 in Electives + (4 additional college prep electives ***) • 40 Service Learning Clock Hours • 20 hours by end of sophomore year. Refer to specified deadlines. • 60 Service Learning Clock Hours for Scholars • 30 hours by end of sophomore year. Refer to specified deadlines.

28. STUDENT I.D. POLICY • When entering the school, the student ID must be worn and visible at all times. • I.D. pictures will be distributed to the students during the first week of school. • If the student forgets or misplaces an I.D., a temporary I.D. must be worn. • Temporary I.D.’s are $1 and are valid for the day of purchase.

29. ANNUAL ATHLETIC FEE Students participating in athletics are required to pay the following fee(s):

30. Freshmen Sports Orientation and Registration Tuesday, September 11, 2012 (6:00 pm to 8:00 pm)

31. FREE/REDUCED LUNCH FORMS • Free/Reduce Lunch Form. • This form must be completed ASAP

32. Close Campus • Students WILL NOT be allowed to go off of campus for lunch.

33. FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL • Required Items: • $200 Student Fee (if not already paid) How: CASH, Cashiers Checks made payable to Von Steuben MCS or credit cards. • Medical Health record (Especially if participating in athletic teams) • Notebook and pencil or pen • Backpack without wheels • $5 Master Lock fee for gym locker purchased at Von Steuben • Recommended Items: • CTA bus cards will be sold near lunch room • Cellular Phone Request Form • Room 118 or downloaded at www.vonsteuben.org • $28 Physical Education Uniform Fee if not already purchased • Optional P.E. clothing $16 for sweat pants, and $12 for long sleeve shirts. These can be purchased in the gym.

34. First Day of School Tuesday, September 6, 2011 8:30 a.m. Start time for all students. Freshmen student will report to the auditorium. Students will attend all of their classes, meet their teachers and be dismissed at 3:35 p.m.

35. First Week:Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30 a.m. Start time for all students. Freshmen student will report to the auditorium. Students will attend all of their classes, meet their teachers and be dismissed at 3:40 p.m.

36. SCHEDULE 2012-2013

37. HIERARCHY OF NEEDS

38. Thank You We look forward to be working together with you and your treasured child. Have a great day!!

39. Administration Principal- Pedro Alonso palonso@cps.edu Mary Cortes mecortes1@cps.edu Assistant Principal- Brian Tennison bctennison@cps.edu Assistant Principal- Jodi Pinkerton jpinkerton@cps.edu 773-534-5100

40. Freshmen Parent Meeting • Tuesday, September 27, 2011 • 6:30 pm • Von Steuben Auditorium