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STUDENT. 2014. 2015. ORIENTATION. Dear Parents and Students,.   We would officially like to welcome all new Eaglets to our family. We have been working hard all summer to improve our facilities, curriculum and staff.  . INTERNATIONAL STUDIES. CHARTER SCHOOLS.

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  1. STUDENT 2014 2015 ORIENTATION

  2. Dear Parents and Students,   We would officially like to welcome all new Eaglets to our family. We have been working hard all summer to improve our facilities, curriculum and staff.   INTERNATIONAL STUDIES CHARTER SCHOOLS “Disce Quasi Semper Victurus” “Study like you will live forever”

  3. Recognitions International Studies Charter Middle School (ISCMS) has achieved a remarkable goal by ranking in the top 10 middle schools in Miami-Dade county and 20th in the state of Florida. ISCMS has been an “A” school for four years in a row. International Studies Charter High School (ISCHS) has achieved a remarkable goal by ranking in the top 10 percent of all high schools since its inception in 2004. This year we were #10 in MDCPS.

  4. Recognitions • International Studies ranks as a gold medal winner. We are #4 in Florida and #24 in the nation out of 22, 000 public high schools in 49 states and the District of Colombia. • International Studies ranks #37 in Florida and #290 in the nation and only 1,930 of the top high schools in the nation are ranked. • International Studies ranks #32 in Florida and #447 in the nation and only 1,000 of the top public high schools in the nation are ranked.

  5. PEOPLE YOU SHOULD KNOW Administration Victoriano Rodríguez Principal Janette Cruz Assistant Principal

  6. Student Services Services Provided: Course Credit Analysis Assistance with Subject Selection Probation Meetings  Assistance with Schedule Changes Advisement regarding course/credit recovery Counseling Facilitator of Parent/Teacher Conferences Facilitator of Student/Parent Conferences Ms. Annie Rodriugez: E-Mail AnnieRodridugez@dadeschools.net Monday - Thursday 8:30AM -2:30 PM By APPOINTMENT ONLY, unless it is an emergency Ms. Teresa Valdes: E-Mail TereValdes@dadeschools.net Friday 8:30AM -2:30 PM By APPOINTMENT ONLY, unless it is an emergency

  7. CAP (College Advising Program) Ms. Correa Office Hours: By Appointment Only Services Provided: Assistance with College Preparation Assistance with College Selection Assistance with College Financial Aid Assistance with Scholarship Information Assistance with Bright Futures Assistance with Subject Selection Assistance with Course Credit Analysis

  8. I.S.C.H.S Activities • www.ischs.net ischsactivities.gmail.com Nationally Recognized Clubs Key Club Mu Alpha Theta National Honor Society National Junior Honor Society Language Clubs French Club Italian Club Spanish Club Class Clubs Class of 2015(Seniors) Class of 2016(Juniors) Class of 2017(Sophomores) Class of 2018(Freshmen) Class of 2019 (8th Graders) Class of 2020 (7th Graders) Class of 2021 (6th Graders) Interest Clubs Audio/Video Club Art Club Bible Club Drama Club Eagle Athletics Club Film Club Musical Theater Club Yearbook Club Inter-Organizational Council Student Government Association Parent Volunteer Hours, Student Community Service

  9. I.S.C.H.S Athletics Alfred Mitat305-643-2955 Ext 207 ISCHSATHLETICS@GMAIL.COM Athletic Website: www.c2cschools.com/ISCHSEAGLES • How to join a team @ ISCHS • Attend sports meeting on August 21,2013. Students must have all eligibility requirements to participate. • Middle / High School will be available on the Athletics website. • Basic Eligibility requirements: (HS has further requirements) • Submit school Insurance $20 • Submit MDCPS Physical Packet • Maintain GPA 2.5 unweighted • Submit ISCHS Athletics- Parent & Student Contract • HS Sports • Fall • - Girls Volleyball • - Boys Flag Football • Winter • - Girls & Boys Soccer • - Girls & Boys Basketball • Spring • - Boys Tennis • - Girls Flag Football • - Boys Volleyball FHSAA Site - www.fhsaa.org

  10. People you should know Main Office Lourdes Vasquez Registrar Liaran Aleman Attendance Clerk LeonelaRoheidy Administrative Assistant

  11. People you should know Main Office Maria de Armas Cafeteria Manager Maria Rodríguez School Treasurer

  12. People you should know Security Jesus de Armas Jose Alvarez

  13. Opening of School: Pick Up/Drop off Procedures • Students MUST be dropped off and picked up on the intersection of 9th Street and 25thAvenue(for safety reason) • This may be accessed from either 27th Avenue or 24thAvenue • Security will be located at this location to ensure safety and facilitate timeliness • You may check MDCPS’ website for an approved bus list(www.dadeschools.net)

  14. Opening of School : Security/Medical Concerns • Parent visit restrictions: • Parents are not allowed to drop off food or supplies in the main office • Parents are not allowed to accompany students to class or walk the hallways • Every parent volunteer must be cleared through MDCPS background clearance in order to volunteer • http://community.dadeschools.net/!svp/school-vol.asp

  15. Security and Medical concerns • In order to maintain a safe learning environment, our school employs several security guards and maintains locked facilities • Please see Lourdes Vasquez in the main office if you have any allergies or medical concerns • Forms must be submitted to the administration for medications to be administered to students by office personnel

  16. Bell Schedule All students should check student portal on Miami Dade county public schools website for their class schedule. Students will be directed on the first day of school

  17. 1st day of School… • Student’s 1st/3rd period room will be posted outside alphabetically • Schedules will be posted on each floor by the elevator • Schedules will be posted on the board of the PE field • Students will receive their course schedule during 1st/3rd period respectively • Opening of school material will be sent home on the first day of school

  18. Discipline Policy Detentions • Must be served within two school days • Parents must sign detention slip • Detentions will be served in room 101: • Middle School 8:00am- 8:30am • High School 2:35pm- 3:05pm

  19. Discipline Policy Code of Student Conduct/ Cell Phone Policy http://ehandbooks.dadeschools.net/policies/90/CSC_sec_14-15.pdf • Electronic devices will not be given back to students under any circumstance. • To reclaim a device, the student’s parents must come to the main office to pick it up • If a student needs to use the phone, they may use the phone in the main office. • Parents are not to contact students during school time on their cell phones

  20. Discipline Policy Social Networking • Facebook, Myspace, Twitter, Instagram, etc. • Social networking of any kind is not permitted during school hours • Students are not to use social networking to send obscene or inappropriate materials • Parents are responsible for monitoring and regulating student’s use of electronic devices • The school is not responsible for what occurs on social media.

  21. Communicating with Teachers • Website- via email • Phone call to teacher • Counselor • Administration • Please allow 48 hours for a response.

  22. Uniforms High School Uniforms: Navy Blue Polo with School Logo Striped Rugby Navy Blue and White Shirt (All shirts must be tucked in) Khaki Dickie Pants with School Logo Navy Sweater with School Logo Black or Brown Belt Black or Brown shoes Spirit Shirts may be worn on FRIDAYS ONLY!!! This does NOT include PE Shirts/Field day. Uniforms may be purchased from All Uniform Wear: 200 NW 27th Avenue (305) 649-2749

  23. Lunch/Breakfast • A catered meal will be available each day for students to purchase. • Parents may pre-pay (cash or check) the meals however they like (daily, weekly, monthly, annually). • Our cafeteria manager, Maria de Armas, will be available from 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM. • Students may also bring their own food or make purchases from the vending machines. Our menus will be available on our website a month in advance.

  24. Parent Volunteer Hours • Parents/Guardians are required to volunteer at least thirty 30 hours per school year (3 hours per month) at International Studies Charter Schools. • All hours must be completed prior to the end of May (except for 8th and 12th grade students • For more information about volunteer opportunities, please see the school’s website or contact the PTSA

  25. Before/After School Care Program • Students are not permitted to be on campus 30 minutes prior to the opening of school or 30 minutes after dismissal unless participating in an extracurricular activity or the after school care program. • In order for students to remain on campus after school, they need to be enrolled in an after school activity or sport or be enrolled in the after school care program.

  26. Before/After School Care Program • First hour dedicated to home learning • Tutoring available • Light Snacks provided • Entertainment: • Academic activities • Nintendo Wii and Ping pong • Outdoor Sports Before Care 7:00 a.m.- 8:30 a.m. After Care High School: 2:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Middle School: 3:30 p.m.-6.00 p.m.

  27. All funds raised will be used to supplement school funds for trips, supplies, incentives, etc. GFS Marketplace Target Take Charge of EducationID 151728International Charter MHSBox Tops Labels Used ink cartridges (any kind) School Fundraising All donations should be turned into the main office with LeonelaRohaidy.

  28. PTSA International Studies Charter School supports the mission of our local Parent Teacher Association of being a powerful voice for all children, a resource for families and communities, and an advocacy agency for education and well-being of every child. President - Rosa Valdes

  29. School Contact Information 807 SW 25th Ave Miami, FL 33135 Phone 305-643-2955 Fax 305-643-2956 Website: www.ischs.net

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