Parent Handbook Grade k8 (2014-2015)

Quick Contact Information
Main Office/Admissions:
P.O. Box 2470
1704 Cape Horn
Julian, CA 92036-2470
Phone: 760-765-3847/866-853-0003
Fax: 760-765-3849/877-894-4150
Admissions: 760-705-4527
admissions@juliancharterschool.org
Executive Director:
Jennifer Cauzza
Phone: 760-765-3847
jcauzza@juliancharterschool.org
Asst. Director (Special Education):

Roxie Jackson
PO Box 152570, San Diego, CA 92195
Phone: (619) 795-6362; Fax: 619-578-2910
rjackson@juliancharterschool.org
Asst. Director (Academies):

Ryan Satterfield
Phone: 619-346-3560
rsatterfield@juliancharterschool.org
Coordinator Assessment/Intervention:
Claire Roush
Phone: 858-945-3247
croush@juliancharterschool.org
Academic Counselor (HS):

Lisa Simmons
Phone: 619-772-7743
Fax: 619-448-5391
lsimmons@juliancharterschool.org
Meeting/Resource Center:
Shawn Glahn, RC Team Lead
39665 Avenida Acacias
Murrieta, CA 92563
Phone: 951-304-3051 x316
Fax: 951-304-3056
sglahn@juliancharterschool.org
Director of Education::
Melanie Marks
Phone: 619-961-6375
mmarks@juliancharterschool.org
Asst. Director (Home Study):

Wendy Parcel, Ed.D.
Phone: 951-847-0855
wparcel@juliancharterschool.org
Asst. Director (Academies):

Sheryl McKay
Phone: 619-335-8632
smckay@juliancharterschool.org
Asst. Director (Technology)

Aaron Lorenz
alorenz@juliancharterschool.org
Academic Counselor (AC):

Elena Hanley
Phone:7 60-703-9824
Fax: 619-448-5391
ehanley@juliancharterschool.org
Please go to www.juliancharterschool.org for a complete listing of key contacts.
To contact the Governing Board, send an e-mail to board@juliancharterschool.org.
Parent Handbook K8 - 2014-2015
Table of Contents
QUICK CONTACT INFORMATION .............................................................................................................. II
HISTORY OF THE SCHOOL ......................................................................................................................... 5
JULIAN CHARTER SCHOOL VISION ............................................................................................................ 6
EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS, PARENTS AND THE SCHOOL .................................................................... 7
HOME STUDY PROGRAM ......................................................................................................................... 9
GETTING STARTED .......................................................................................................................................... 9
CHOOSING CURRICULUM................................................................................................................................ 10
MONTHLY MEETINGS .................................................................................................................................... 10
ASSIGNING WORK ........................................................................................................................................ 11
CORRECTING/GRADING WORK........................................................................................................................ 11
ASSIGNMENTS/ASSIGNMENT SHEET/AWR........................................................................................................ 11
REVIEWING WORK ........................................................................................................................................ 12
WORK SAMPLES ........................................................................................................................................... 12
LEARNING LOG ............................................................................................................................................. 12
RESCHEDULING MEETINGS ............................................................................................................................. 13
THE MASTER AGREEMENT/AMENDING THE MASTER AGREEMENT ......................................................................... 13
WHAT ABOUT PHYSICAL EDUCATION? .............................................................................................................. 13
STUDENT BEHAVIOR/STRIKE REPORTS .............................................................................................................. 14
GRADING SYSTEM ......................................................................................................................................... 15
LOCAL ASSESSMENTS ..................................................................................................................................... 15
MANDATED ASSESSMENTS ............................................................................................................................. 16
MATERIALS AND SERVICES ..................................................................................................................... 17
RESOURCE CENTER........................................................................................................................................ 17
EMR (EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE MATERIALS) .................................................................................................... 17
VCI (VENDOR COURSE INSTRUCTION)............................................................................................................... 18
ECLASSES (VIA ONLINE CLASSROOM) ................................................................................................................. 18
FIELD TRIPS ................................................................................................................................................. 18
SPECIAL EDUCATION .............................................................................................................................. 20
504 PLANS.................................................................................................................................................. 20
FORMS APPENDIX .................................................................................................................................. 21
TO DO LIST FOR MONTHLY MEETINGS WITH JCS FACILITATOR ...................................................................... 24
MONTHLY GRADE SHEET ................................................................................................................................ 25
KINDERGARTEN WHAT TO PICK UP FROM THE RC FORM ...................................................................................... 28
1ST GRADE WHAT TO PICK UP FROM THE RC FORM ........................................................................................... 30
2ND GRADE WHAT TO PICK UP FROM THE RC FORM .......................................................................................... 32
3RD GRADE WHAT TO PICK UP FROM THE RC FORM ........................................................................................... 34
4TH GRADE WHAT TO PICK UP FROM THE RC FORM ........................................................................................... 36
K-8 ECLASSES: FALL 2014 SCHEDULE ....................................................................................................... 46

DIRECTIONS FOR SIGNING UP FOR ECLASSES ........................................................................................... 48
JCS GUIDE TO VENDOR ORDERING ......................................................................................................... 49
GETTING STARTED ........................................................................................................................................ 49
ORDERING................................................................................................................................................... 50
EMR ORDERING (EDUCATIONAL MATERIAL RESOURCES) ..................................................................................... 52
AMAZON.COM ......................................................................................................................................... 54
EMR SHIPPING FEES AND SIBLINGS: ................................................................................................................. 55
DIRECT SHIP TO STUDENT ............................................................................................................................... 55
REFUNDS .................................................................................................................................................... 56
SAMPLE JCS MASTER AGREEMENT FOR INDEPENDENT STUDY .............................................................. 58
Please log onto the Parent Portal for additional forms, policies, and general home
study information. The Parent Portal contains numerous resources, including
teachers editions for some core materials.
http://portal.juliancharterschool.org/admin/login
History of the School

Julian Charter School, a California public charter school, is a personalized learning
independent study program designed to expand educational opportunities for the students
we serve. We are a public school sponsored by the Julian Union (Elementary) School District
in San Diego County, California, and serve students in San Diego County and three contiguous
counties: Orange, Riverside, and Imperial. The school was incorporated in July 2000.
The school employs highly qualified, state-credentialed teachers to work with parents and
students to design and implement an individualized instructional plan that fits the students
learning styles, educational goals, and academic needs. Student instructional programs are
designed to prepare the student to continue his/her education at a college of choice or to enter
the workforce.
The Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) granted JCS a six-year accreditation in
May 2010. As a publicly funded and fully accredited school, JCS grants high school diplomas.
During the early years, Julian Charter School was entirely a home-based independent study
program. During the 2002-2003 school year, the school opened its first learning center in the
Temecula Valley area. Since then, JCS has established learning centers in San Diego and
Riverside counties.
Learning centers offer students in grades K-12 core and enrichment classes to supplement the
home study program. Classes are taught by highly qualified and credentialed staff and by
specialists in the various academic fields.
An additional program addition, beginning during the 2005-06 school year, is the academy
program. Currently, six sites offer an all-inclusive program for middle and high schoolers and
four sites offer an elementary academy program. Academy sites are located in San Diego,
Pine Valley, Alpine, Encinitas, Murrieta, and Temecula. Students in the academy program
generally take classes onsite for two or more days a week, and complete the rest of their
work as independent study at home. Courses, requirements, and daily schedules vary among
the different sites.
As an integral part of the academic program, we use a web-based learning management system
and online enrichment tools such as CompassLearning Odyssey, Online Classroom, Renzulli
Learning, and Discovery Education. We think that you will find that Julian Charter School is the
right choice for personalized learning of the highest caliber.
Julian Charter School Vision

Julian Charter School's mission is to provide an exemplary personalized learning
program in a supportive, resource-rich learning environment. We are dedicated to
excellence and committed to nurturing passionate lifelong learners.
Mission Statement
Empowering learners with educational choice
Core Values
Creativity and Innovation:
Envision and explore rich teaching and learning

opportunities.
Commitment:
Educate all students to their full potential and

uphold the greater good of the school.
Choice:
Empower individual paths and goals through

personalized learning.
Excellence:
Foster a climate of high expectations, quality, and

accountability.
Integrity and Compassion:
Model honesty, dignity, fairness, and responsibility

while demonstrating respect and understanding.
Expectations of Students,
Parents and the School
In order to ensure a meaningful partnership that gives every child the best possible chance of success, the partners
need to be clear about what each can reasonably expect of the others. If each of the partnersparents, staff, and
studentscommit themselves to these expectations then the year will be a positive one and students will achieve
their potential.
What Can I Expect of the School?

The school will:
Provide a personalized learning path, along with the necessary curriculum, resources, and materials.
Ensure that every family is provided a highly qualified facilitator.
Monitor and assess learning; hold family meetings at regular intervals.
Ensure that each family is aware of the schools opportunities and expectations.
Provide a range of curricular and extracurricular activities.
Provide ways for the parent or parent-teacher to grow as an educator.
Role of the Facilitator

The EF is responsible for writing lesson plans on a monthly basis and does so in partnership with the parent
and program objectives. For parents who take part in curriculum choices, the EF needs to be in agreement with
the direction the parent wishes to go and must make sure it covers an appropriate amount of material and
aligns with the Common Core Standards. For parents who select their own curriculum, the parent writes the
lesson plans in advance of the meetings and the EF reviews the lessons to ensure they are meeting standards.
When planning the semester and school year, the parent and EF need to discuss the students goals and
instructional needs, including site-based or online classes and possible vendor course instruction.
The EF will place requests for educational materials that are appropriate for the students personalized
learning plan within a few days of the initial meeting. Because we are a public school, all items requested must
be secular in nature.
Accountability is an important component of the JCS program. As such, each EF has access to assessment tools
to assess the abilities of each student in the areas of language arts and math at the beginning of the year and
again at the end of the year. Other assessments will be given periodically to help gauge student progress and as
a tool to guide instruction. Some assessments will be brief, testing a condensed number of skills, while others
will be more in depth. And, of course, the type and breadth of assessments chosen will vary with the grade level
of the student and the courses being taken.
The EF will be available to the family via e-mail or phone during pre-arranged office hours throughout the
month to support the educational program of the student. She will keep families informed about upcoming
field trips, classes, clubs, contests, events, and other opportunities available to students.
What Should the School Expect of the Parent?

Parents will support their child's learning by:
Showing, through day-to-day activities, the value placed on learning.

Setting high standards for teaching and student learning.
Adhering, as a general rule, to a daily school routine.

Helping to maintain a balance between schoolwork and leisure time activities.
Partnering with the school in meeting responsibilities for the academic program.
Ensuring that the educational facilitator is fully informed of anything that may affect student progress.
Role of the JCS Parent

The parent or legal guardian is responsible for:
Following the master agreement.

Helping to plan the academic year with the educational facilitator.
Working with the EF to choose the curriculum and course of study (K-8 and electives).
Overseeing that daily work is understood and/or that assistance is provided.
Correcting student work daily so skills are practiced correctly.
Helping the student organize his/her work, both for daily accountability and for meetings with the
educational facilitator or other staff member.
Attending all required meetings on time and prepared.
Making sure the student attends all required meetings.
Making sure all of the assigned work is completed.
Showing ALL of the work assigned during the learning period to the EF.
Taking responsibility for contacting school staff with questions, comments, and concerns.
Keeping the EF informed regarding any VCI changes.
Contacting the appropriate school official if there are miscommunications with a school staff member.
Understanding that although there is flexibility on when and where your child does his work, this is still
school. It will require your time and your childs time. Non-school activities need to be scheduled
around school.
Providing transportation to and from school activities such as state-mandated testing, classes, field
trips, tutoring, special education services, and so forth, when applicable.
Expecting the academic best of your child. (This does not mean that you should expect straight As all
the time. It means that you should expect that your child consistently does his or her personal best.)
Providing necessary documentation for enrollment; maintaining logs and records as requested or
required; helping to take appropriate care of the educational resources provided by JCS to the student.
Participating in mandated state testing programs to ensure that JCS meets the guidelines set forth by
the state for charter renewal and for state and federal academic and participation rates.
Attending parent/staff development trainings provided by the school to learn new skills and develop
additional strategies for working with your child.
Returning all educational resources in good condition when finished using them.
What Does the School Expect of My Child?

Julian Charter School expects that students will:
Focus attention on learning during school time, actively complete work, and pursue educational goals,
while taking responsibility for own learning.
Ask for help as needed.
Aim for the highest standards in quality of work.
Take part in some of the extra opportunities/activities provided by the school.
Home Study Program

The home study program is designed for students whose parents are actively involved in their education. The
parents have a strong sense of what they want their children to study and are actively involved in the lesson
planning, instructing, and correcting of assignments for their children. Home study students, as well as their
parents, have face-to-face meetings with their educational facilitator at least once every 20 school days for a
minimum of one hour, per student, per meeting. During the monthly meetings, the facilitator reviews ALL
assignments, collects samples to include in the required monthly paperwork, discusses any problems or
areas of concern that may have occurred during the month, and assigns, with parental input, the next months
assignments. The meeting dates are decided upon during the completion of the master agreement each
semester.
Getting Started
Enrollment:
Enrollment is completed online and forms are uploaded to the Admissions program.
Acknowledgement and Testing forms are signed online.
At the initial meeting:
A Master Agreement is signed and sent to the main office in Julian.
Classes and coursework are determined.
Semester and/or yearly LP meetings are set up with EF.
Simultaneous Enrollment
Students may not be simultaneously enrolled with Julian Charter School and another K-12 institution of any
kind. If you are paying student tuition to a private school or if your student is enrolled with a traditional public
school, the student may not enroll with us.
It is imperative that you are certain you have withdrawn your child from any other public or private school
prior to officially enrolling with JCS. Falsifying information is grounds for immediate withdrawal from our
program.
Students with active IEPs (special education) should not withdraw from their current placement until the
Special Education Department has confirmed that the IEP submitted is complete and the enrollment process
for JCS is complete.
Students may be enrolled in enrichment classes or programs where no ADA is being collected.
Coursework/Classes
The course of study for each grade 1-8 student includes language arts, math, science, social studies, visual and
performing arts, and PE/health. Kindergarteners follow the same course of study; however, PE is optional.
Choosing Curriculum
Part of the appeal of Julian Charter School is that K-8 home study families have a choice of curriculum. The EF,
in collaboration with the parent, selects curriculum that is appropriate for the student, taking into
consideration the students learning style, grade level and other relevant factors. For middle school students
wishing to take high school level mathematics, a highly qualified teacher is assigned to work with the student.
The HQT is responsible for 70% of the grade, which includes assessments such as quick checks, benchmarks,
and a mandatory proctored final examination. The EF and parent are responsible from 30% of the grade,
which is based on work completion and EF projects. eClass options are available (see calendar and directions
in the Forms section of this handbook).
Home study families will notice during the curriculum discussion time with your EF that the school has a list
of popular selections for each grade level. The school seeks to provide quality curricula aligned with the
Common Core Standards and that work well for home study students.
What to What to Pick Up from the RC Forms (K-5, 6-8) are available in the Forms section of this handbook.
For convenience, the online resource center catalog can also be used to review available curriculum options.
Before deciding on long-term educational goals, your EF will want to assess your student. Options for
assessment/evaluation might include:
Renaissance Place (RP Testing) for reading and mathematics

CORE Reading Assessments for K-8
Use of past report cards
Alternative assessments or placement tests (pre-algebra or above) for high school level math courses
Most of these types of assessments are available from, and will be conducted by, your facilitator. Throughout
the course of the year, however, ongoing informal and formal assessments of your childs progress as well as
reviewing and analyzing the results of chapter tests or other assessments should guide and direct lesson
planning and day-to-day teaching.
Monthly Meetings
At least one face-to-face meeting, which includes the EF, the parent, and the student, every twenty
school days for at least one hour per student is required.
An additional meeting may be required if work is not completed.
If you need assistance between meetings, please feel free to contact your EF during pre-arranged office
hours.
Prior to each meeting, the family and the EF need to do the following:
Review grades/progress in core eClasses and other assignments, so progress can be discussed and
support needs can be determined, if necessary.
Review e-mails, flyers, or other notes for deadlines that pertain to the student.
Review the website for opportunities that are available to the student. Be sure to make a note if there is
an activity that your child would like to participate in so that the EF can indicate it on the assignment
sheet.
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At the meetings:
The EF, the parent and the student discuss the progress of the student.
The EF reviews daily work assignments and is provided with ALL student work since the last meeting.
Questions and concerns are addressed.
Attendance is reviewed.
The EF reviews the previous learning period by evaluating and assigning a grade for completed work
for subjects he/she supervises.
The EF assigns work.
The EF collects one assignment per subject to submit four times a year as a work sample.
Be sure the students first and last name and the date is included on each sample. These items must
be written in the students handwriting. This is a California mandate, not just a JCS requirement.
Check to make sure that the date on each sample corresponds with the current learning period
dates.
Receive materials, if applicable.
Review and create orders for materials or vendors, if applicable.
Review next meeting date, time and place.
Discuss how well VCI classes are going.
Assigning Work
When completing the master agreement, the EF and the family have already determined how often, where, and
when specifically, they will meet. There will be some inconsistencies in the actual number of school days
between meetings due to school vacations and holidays. (The maximum number is twenty (20) school days,
with the meeting on the twentieth day.)
When assigning work, the EF will take into account: the students grade, the students level, any special
circumstances, the number of school days during the work period, and the type of curriculum or option of
study being used.
Assignments are given according to how long it takes your child to complete an assignment, but the following
minimum time allotments may assist you in the planning of your school day.
Kindergarten: 3-4 hours per day
Grades 1-3: 4-5 hours per day
Grades 4-8: 5-6 hours per day
Correcting/Grading Work
Although the K-8 parent-teacher corrects the majority of the work, the EF is responsible for the evaluation of
the work and the assignment of an overall grade for the work completed during the learning period.
Assignments/Assignment Sheet/AWR
NOTE:
The EF is required to make sure assignments are given in each course, each learning period, before
the learning period begins.
JCS suggests that if you already know exactly what direction you would like the learning period to take,
primarily for a K-8 student, simply write out the overall learning plan and have it ready for review at your
meeting with your EF. Often the EF will not need to make any adjustments to your lesson plans; however, the
EF does need to review the plans to assure that pacing is appropriate, and that the standards are being
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adequately addressed. Please be aware that if the educational facilitator does not feel the lesson planning is
appropriate, the EF, as part of his/her professional responsibilities, will have to adjust the lesson plan.
All Work Must Be Assigned Prior To the Learning Period: If you plan on creating lesson plans, but are
unable to prepare them before the meeting, the EF is not allowed to wait to receive them after the meeting
concludes. Work must be assigned during the face-to-face meeting and not after according to California law.
Standards are not assignments.
The assignment sheet must list enough work to justify the number of school days in the learning period;
however, the assignments are given according to how long it takes your student to complete an assignment and
are not just a generic assignment directed toward any student.
Assignment Correlation with Common Core Standards

As a California public school, JCS is required to show that the standards are being met and mastered.
Fortunately, there are many paths to this goal.
The assignments provided by your EF are designed to move the student towards mastery of the Common Core
Standards. However, you may find that your child is intrigued with a topic that is only a small segment of the
assignments given, and you feel it would be beneficial to spend more time on that topic. In cases like these,
primarily for K-8 students, notify the EF that you feel an adjustment to the work assigned is necessary. You and
the EF can then determine if any other assignments need to be adjusted to accommodate the change.
The most important thing to remember in circumstances like these is that the proper documentation is
critical! Be sure to contact your EF in the event a change of assignments is desired.
Reviewing Work
During meetings, the EF will look at the entire previous learning periods worth of work. This is important so
that, for the next learning period, he/she can:
Help determine the appropriate pacing.
Help instruct/tutor the student on concepts showing lack of comprehension.
Reassign work or readdress concepts if mastery was not attained.
Work Samples
Original work samples for each subject are required the first learning period of each semester regardless of the
students date of enrollment. (For example, if a student enrolls in JCS in the third month of the semester, then
his/her samples for the third month of the semester must be originals.)
Learning Log
The learning log is formal documentation for which the parent/student is responsible. The purpose of this is
to aid JCS with the task of accurately documenting attendance, main subject studied for each day, and what
concepts were studied. Parents are to receive this learning log from the EF with the appropriate learning
period dates already filled in (or use the online version). The learning log is also the place to document
testing, special events, and final exams.
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It is the parents (or students, depending on age) responsibility to keep the log during the assignment period
and write one subject and one concept per school day (even though more subjects and concepts/topics were
covered). This is how we claim ADA according to independent study and charter law.
Examples:
Math/Fractions
Science/Matter
Language Arts/Call of the Wild summary writing
Rescheduling Meetings
If your family has a legitimate emergency, you may reschedule the meeting. This meeting must take place as
soon as possible and the EF must assign work for the interim. This must be extremely rare. If a meeting needs
to be rescheduled, the EF must submit a written explanation to the AD as to why the original meeting date
differs from the actual meeting date. The note of explanation must be included inside the students learning
packet.
The Master Agreement/Amending the Master Agreement

The master agreement is a semester-long contract between the EF, the parent, the student, and Julian
Charter School and it identifies the responsibilities of each party. There will be times when amendments to
the master agreement are necessary. Your educational facilitator will amend the master agreement if any of
the below situations arise.
Circumstances include:
Change of curriculum
Change of level (change of academic level from Basic to Non-College Prep, for example)
Transfer of a student from one EF to another or from one program to another
Change of course
Change of meeting dates
What about Physical Education?

Physical education is required of all students in grades 1-8. There are numerous options for completing the PE
requirement, including various activities and/or curriculum options.
EFs are required to assign student work in PE, set goals for students, and assess their progress. Goals should be
SMART (Specific | Measurable | Attainable | Realistic | Timely).
Physical Education Requirements for JCS Students:

100 minutes per week is required of students in 1-6
200 minutes per week is required of students in 7-8
State-Mandated Physical Education Assessment

In addition to the required weekly minutes for physical education, California also requires a physical education
assessment for students in grades 5, 7 called the FITNESSGRAM. This physical education assessment is
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conducted once a year in the winter/spring. The FITNESSGRAM is a set of tests designed to evaluate healthrelated fitness and to assist students in establishing lifetime habits of regular physical activity.
The complete FITNESSGRAM test battery measures student performance in the following areas:
Aerobic capacity
Body composition
Muscular strength, endurance and flexibility
Students will be prepared to do their best on the test through ongoing instruction and appropriate practice in
the skills and abilities that are tested. Students should be provided appropriate practice as part of regular
physical education (PE) assignments throughout the year. Students are tested during the second semester.
Your EF will provide more information while making PE assignments and as the time for testing draws
nearer.
Physical Education Assignments

Samples of acceptable assignments:
Participate in a minimum of 20/40 minutes of physical activity on a daily basis.

Practice and perform two dances each week focusing on skill development.
Do 30 push-ups every other day in increments of 10 repetitions per set for 3 sets.
Run two miles each week keeping track of the minutes per mile.
Dribble the basketball for two minutes using the left hand, then the right hand.
Work samples for physical fitness include:

A daily log of physical activity.
A picture or video of the student participating in the activity.
A written report or paragraph about PE: what the student gained, investigation of a particular fitness claim,
research of a sport, history of physical fitness research/report, or description of what they did for the
month and how they have improved.
A flyer from the performance or testing WITH a written comment from the student explaining the event.
(Appropriate for dance, karate, bowling tournament, etc.)
Student Behavior/Strike Reports

All students are subject to disciplinary action for designated acts. Parents are required to sign the
Acknowledgement Form during the enrollment process indicating that they are familiar with school policies.
Strike Report
The Strike Report documents failure to comply with the terms of the master agreement. This includes:
Failure to complete at least 80% of assignments
Failure to turn in two or more Specialist assignments
Failure to attend CAHSEE Census administration, or State testing (without submitting a waiver
request)
Failure to attend a scheduled meeting, including an LP meeting and SPED services
Failure to maintain school or academy expectations
Failure to comply with Rules of Student Discipline including committing plagiarism
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Academic Honesty
JCS takes matters of academic honesty very seriously. We believe that academic honesty and personal integrity
are fundamental components of a students education and character development. Please help your child
understand issues such as cheating or plagiarism.
Grading System
The grade given in any course represents the work completed by the student and the credentialed teachers
judgment of the quality of the students work and the students degree of mastery within the course objectives.
For home study, the educational facilitator may consult with the parent in order to obtain additional insight
into the quality and mastery of the work considered; however, if there is a large discrepancy of opinion, the
discussion needs to be brought to the appropriate assistant director.
Students (or their parents) should know what their monthly grades are after meeting with the EF or from
discussions with the classroom teacher.
For grades K-3, the following grading system is used:
O (Outstanding) G (Good) S (Satisfactory) N (Needs Improvement) U (Unsatisfactory)
For students in grades 4-8, the following grading system is used:
A
B
C
D
F
I
(Exemplary work/work in the 90%-100% range)

(Above average work/work in the 80%-89% range)
(Average work/work in the 70%-79% range)
(Below average work/work in the 60%-69% range)
(Failing work/work scoring 59% or less)
(Only available for 2 weeks after the semester ends, then changes to an F)
Report Cards
JCS requires report cards to be completed for all students each semester. (We are required to do report cards
or progress reports for any student who has been with our program for fifteen (15) school days or more.)
Promotion/Retention
Promotions and retentions are a rare occurrence at Julian Charter School. We have a clear policy on
file for both cases. If you feel that your child would qualify either to move up a grade (promotion) or
be retained, your EF will assist you in complying with the proper procedures in submitting your
request.
Note: Promotions and retentions require Educational Leadership Team approval.
Local Assessments
EFs are required to assess their students often. Assessments will primarily be scheduled within
your monthly meetings and will include a variety of informal and formal assessments.
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The EF/LC or Classroom Teacher may also Assess Learning by:
Asking the student what he/she has learned over the last learning period.
Choosing problems from a work sample and asking the student to demonstrate how to complete the
problems.
Asking a primary-age student to identify a letter, a number, or a color.
Listening while the student plays a piece from his/her assigned work. (This is a valid assessment for
the performing arts.)
Listening to the student give an oral report or read an essay he/she has written.
Other similar performance-based or alternative assessments.
Understanding Different Types of Assessments

Assessments can be placed in two categories: alternative assessments and traditional assessments.
Alternative assessments include observations, performance assessments, student self-assessments, and
portfolios. Traditional assessments include both standardized and classroom achievement tests with
predominately selection-type questions.
In order to provide valid and usable information, assessments need to be given in a variety of ways, using both
traditional and alternative methods.
In other words, student achievements such as the memorization of multiplication facts are best measured by
assessment methods such as a traditional paper-and-pencil achievement test. With other modes of learning,
alternative assessment methods provide better information. For instance a writing product can be assessed
through the use of a scoring rubric, likely providing more valid information for both instructional and
accountability purposes than a multiple choice test would.
JCS expects all teachers to employ a wide array of assessment methods, including benchmark assessments,
depending on the purpose of the assessment, what is being assessed, and how the assessment results will be
used.
Mandated Assessments
It is important to note that tests mandated by the State of California are only one way to measure the growth of
a student. We want each student to learn how to take tests and for the information provided by testing to
inform instruction. At JCS we try to make this a positive learning experience.
The following tests are required by the State of California:
CAASPP* (Grades 3-8)Spring Administration
STAR/CST (Grades 5, 8) Spring Administration
Physical Fitness Testing (Grades 5, 7) Winter/Spring Test Administrations
The following exams are mandated by JCS:
Proctored JCS final exams for algebra and geometry classes (end of each semester)
RP testing early first semester and late second semester (grades K-5)
RP testing in March/April for students who do not take state testing
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Materials and Services

Resource Center
The JCS Resource Center (RC), housed in Murrieta, contains materials for every grade level that we serve. Resources
include textbooks and supplemental materials such as literature, workbooks, videos, DVDs and manipulatives.
Parents are welcome to visit the RC and browse the available resources. Visits can be of the drop-in variety or, during
the busy seasons, an appointment can be made in advance. Besides obtaining resources directly from the RC, online
access to an inventory of our resources is available from our web site.
Children and students under the age of 18 are allowed into the resource center under the supervision of a parent or
educational facilitator. In addition, all the standard rules for student discipline must be followed.
All educational materials are processed through the resource center for inventory and check out. Each student has a
50-item limit which includes items checked out from the RC and any items received from special EMR orders (home
study students only). All resources must be returned or renewed by your EF by April 15 of the current school year.
Resources that are lost or damaged must be replaced; contact your EF for more information.
EMR (Educational Resource Materials)

EMR funds may be used by home study families to request approved materials and materials from approved vendors
in cases where the materials are not available in the RC. Speak with your EF regarding any needs. Please refer to the
ordering guidelines in the Forms section of this packet.
Consumables and Non-Consumables

Consumables are materials that can be used only once. They are identified with a Green Barcode and a large black C
written on the cover. Consumable resources that have been completely consumed (no remaining educational value)
need not be returned to JCS. However, to help ensure that resources are available for all students, we ask that partiallyused consumable resources be returned. These materials are kept on the students Follett record for at least one
semester before they are manually deleted. An example of a consumable includes: workbook that students writes in.
Non-consumables are materials that can be used over and over again and are identified with white barcode labels.
Non-consumables are the property of the school and must be returned. Examples of non-consumables are: teacher
editions, textbooks, novels, microscopes, globes, educational games, and DVDs.
Receiving Materials
Parents will receive materials through your EF. It is important that parents carefully check the list of items and their
designation as consumable or non-consumable because you are responsible for the items. If materials are lost or
damaged, families will be required to pay for them.
Returning Materials
All materials are to be returned to JCS at the end of every school year and/or upon withdrawal from the school. You
may return materials directly to the Resource Center throughout the year (during open hours) as you are finished
using them. Resources that have not been returned to JCS within 14 days after withdrawal will be considered lost and a
bill will be sent to you requesting the return of the resources, the exact substitute to replace the material or
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reimbursement for replacement costs of the materials. It is a violation of school policy and California state law to retain
school materials. The materials or payment should be submitted to the Resource Center for the replacement costs
within 30 days of notice. In order to maintain the resources to supply all the students of JCS, it may be necessary to
employ a service to retrieve any resources that have not been returned in a timely manner after withdrawal.
Damaged, Lost or Non-Returned Materials

The Governing Board recognizes that instructional materials are an expensive resource. Even as instructional
materials are provided for use by students, they remain the property of the school. Students are responsible for
returning borrowed materials in good condition, with no more wear and tear than usually results from normal use.
When materials are lost or so damaged that they are no longer usable, the student shall be responsible for reparation
equal to the current replacement cost of the materials. When materials are damaged but still usable, the executive
director or designee shall determine a lesser charge. If lost materials are returned to the RC after payment has been
made to replace them, reimbursement will be issued to the payee.
VCI (Vendor Course Instruction)

Julian Charter School has an extensive list of approved VCI vendors. (All VCI vendors must be fingerprinted and cleared
through the proper agencies.) VCI services include group instruction in activities such as martial arts, dance, art, music,
horseback riding, etc. as well as tutoring for academic subjects. If you choose to enroll your child in one of the classes, it
is your responsibility to make sure there is room in the class and to make the initial contact with the vendor before
requesting services with your EF or using the online ordering system.
Please put all VCI requests in writing, confirm the information with the vendor and then give the request to your
Education Facilitator. Alternatively, you can use our online ordering system. Please talk to your EF for more
information on the ordering process.
Please keep your EF informed about the quality of the instruction and your satisfaction with the vendor. Should you
cancel the class, for any reason, please notify your EF immediately. If you do not cancel, JCS must pay them.
Notes: A vendor may not get paid to have his/her own child in the class.
A vendor should never begin instruction without a purchase order in hand.
eClasses (via online classroom)

eClasses are typically held once or twice a week for some core and enrichment classes at the fourth through high
school level. Course enrollment is based on a first come/first served basis and student enrollment is limited to 20
students. Students in supplemental courses receive online direct instruction one time per week for 1.25 hours.
Students participating in core classes receive online direct instruction twice per week for 1.25 hours. Registration
instructions and a course list are provided each term.
Field Trips
Field trips are offered on a monthly (K-8) first come, first served basis, and a student may sign up for three field
trips per semester.
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Field Trip Registration/Guidelines
Go to: http://signmeup.juliancharterschool.org/
1. Registration: Prior to clicking on Sign Me Up, click on the event name and carefully read the field trip
details. Register each individual student separately. Do not register JCS enrolled students as guests.
Register one adult per family, unless otherwise indicated in the field trip details on the website. Prior
to clicking on Sign Me Up, click on the event name and carefully read the field trip details.
2. Cancellations: To avoid cancellations, please check your calendar for prior appointments before
signing up for field trips. In the event a reservation must be cancelled, please contact the Field Trip
Coordinator at (951) 304-3051 ext. 332 or email alyons@juliancharterschool.org so another person
can participate.
3. Refunds: JCS field trips are paid in advance. A refund request cannot be granted once the initial field
trip registration deadline has expired.
4. Wait List: Students will be put on the wait list if 1) the field trips capacity is full, and/or 2) the
registration has not been completed properly. Wait list students will be notified via email with the
option to participate on a first come, first serve basis.
5. Field Trip Allowances Per Semester: the number of field trips per student is limited to three a
semester. If a field trip is not full two weeks prior, an all call will be placed on our website and any
student may sign up to attend, regardless of the number of field trips attended to date.
6. Grade Level Recommendation: Most JCS field trips will have a grade level recommendation and
siblings in other grade levels are welcome to attend.
7. Specific Grade Levels: Some venues or programs will only allow specific grade levels and will not
allow other grade levels or siblings to attend.
8. Parent Attendance: Some venues limit parent attendance to one parent. We are not in favor of this
type of policy, but must enforce the venue restrictions.
9. Field Trip Etiquette: JCS discipline and behavior rules are in the Parent Handbook. Students and
participants are expected to adhere to behavior and age guidelines for field trips and venue rules
pertaining to etiquette, food and drink consumption.
10. Rain or Shine: Field trips will occur rain or shine. Participants are expected to prepare appropriately
for weather conditions.
Note: You must use the email address JCS has on file for registration. If you are unsure which email is on file, your
EF can look up this information.
1. Emergency Contact: List name/phone number of a person not attending the field trip.
2. Confirmation: Confirmations are a two-step procedure.
a. Registration receipt confirmation from the field trip automated system.
b. Post-processing registration confirmation after registration approval and fees paid with field trip and
details from the Field Trip Coordinator.
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venue
Special Education
The Special Education Department manages all paperwork and human resources related to the evaluation,
monitoring and implementation of special education services related to special education students. Julian
Charter School offers a full continuum of services and employs staff members from various disciplines.
Students who meet the criteria for special education have an IEP (Individualized Education Plan). The
Special Education Department also works in conjunction with the Safety Net and Student Study Team staff
members to offer intervention strategies and to recommend referrals to special education assessment when
merited. Special education students may need classroom, STAR and CAHSEE accommodations and/or
modifications as well as direct instruction from a certificated and/or licensed special education provider.
By law, Julian Charter School is required to address new special education services and placement within
thirty days of the enrollment date; therefore, we cannot accept enrollment packets without a current
Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
504 Plans
Section 504 Accommodations plans at JCS are managed by a representative of the general education staff.
These plans are available to students who have documented disabilities and need classroom, CAHSEE, or
other test accommodations.
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FORMS APPENDIX
Parent Calendar 2014-2015

Monthly To Do List
Monthly Grade Sheet
P.E. Log Sample
What to Order Forms K 8
eClass Schedule and registration information (Fall 2014)
Sample Master Agreement for Independent Study
Please refer to our website: www.juliancharterschool.org for updated school announcements, forms, and
calendar information. The Parent Portal houses many valuable documents, including answer keys and
guides. You will need the user name and password you used them enrolling your child in JCS to access
the Parent Portal.
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JULIAN CHARTER SCHOOL | 2014-2015 Parent Academic Calendar

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First Day of School
AUGUST 2014
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JANUARY 2015
T W Th F
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10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Learning Period 1: August 25 to
September 19, 2014
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Winter Break
Project Week
Last Day of Fall Semester
First day spring semester
MLK, Jr. (H)
17 18 19 20 21 22 23
19 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Learning Period 5: December 15 to

20 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 January 9, 2015
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21 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
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Labor Day (H)
SEPTEMBER 2014
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to October 17, 2014
FEBRUARY 2015
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OCTOBER 2014
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Learning Period 3: October 20 to

November 14, 2014
4
5
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27-28
CAHSEE (ELA)
CAHSEE (Math)
Veterans Day (H)
Thanksgiving (H)
Learning Period 4: November 17

to December 12, 2014
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29 30 31
NOVEMBER 2014
10 CAHSEE ELA 10th grade CENSUS

11 CAHSEE Math 10th grade CENSUS
Th F S 16 PFT Testing (Irvine/Poway)
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5 6 7 19 PFT (SD Makeup)
20 PFT (Murrieta Makeup)
12 13 14
30-31 Spring Break begins (H)
19 20 21
26 27 28 Learning Period 7: February 9
through March 6, 2015
1-3
APRIL 2015
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State testing confer with your

EF for times, dates, and locations
28-29 AP Exams
32 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Learning Period 8: March 9 to

April 10, 2015
33 26 27 28 29 30
Learning Period 9: April 13 to
May 8, 2015
MAY 2015
Spring Break (H)
31 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
DECEMBER 2014
Wk
PFT Testing (Indio & OC)

PFT Testing (SD/Murrieta)
PFT (Temecula)
Parent EU Order Deadline
Presidents Day (H)
26 27 28 Learning Period 6: January 12 to

February 6, 2015
Wk
9
12
13
13
16
MARCH 2015
F
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7-8
12
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18-21
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Senior final exams

CAHSEE ELA
CAHSEE Math
Non-senior final exams
Memorial Day
Last day of school
Learning Period 10: May 11 to

37 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 May 29, 2015
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For updated calendar information, go to: www.juliancharterschool.org/school-calendar/
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JULIAN CHARTER SCHOOL | 2014-2015 Parent Academic Calendar (Personalized Pg. 2)

My EF is _________________________________. E-mail address of EF: _________________ ____________
Telephone number of my EF: ____________________________
We will meet at (location) _____________________________ at (time)________________ on the following dates:
Learning Period Meetings with my EF:
First Semester
LP 1
LP 6
LP 2
LP 7
LP 3
LP 8
LP 4
LP 9
LP 5
LP 10
NOTES:
NOTES:
Second Semester
I understand that per the Master Agreement, I am required to attend each learning period meeting with my child(ren) and show my EF
all of the work my child(ren) has/have produced. It is recommended that work be placed in a 3-ring binder, in order of the assignment
sheet. All work needs to be graded (See Parent Handbook for forms). I will also bring the following forms, as requested by my EF:
______ Grade sheet
___________________________________
______ Learning Log
___________________________________
______ Physical education log and written summary
___________________________________
My EF will collect samples of my child(ren)s work. The following heading will be on each graded sample (in students handwriting,
if possible):
Students full name (first and last)

Date work was completed (during LP)
Subject of work (i.e., Language Arts, math, science, social studies, VAPA)
Module from my AWR (assignment work record)
Samples should be reflective of the grade that you have indicated.

My child(ren) will have testing on the following dates. I understand that I need to bring them on time to testing.
_______ RP testing
Date/time/location: ______________________________
_______ PFT (physical fitness)
_______ State testing
_______CAHSEE
(High school students and middle school students taking a higher-level math course)
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_______Final exam Fall
Dates/time/location: ______________________________
_______Final exam Spring
Dates/time/location: ______________________________
To Do List for Monthly Meetings
with JCS Facilitator
Bring your child! Your child must be present at all scheduled meetings.
Have the Assignment Record (Lesson Plans) ready for your Facilitator to look at along with all your
childs work.
Assignment Record/Plan Sheet needs to be turned in to your Facilitator each month.
If you are doing your own lesson planning, provide a copy of your plans for the following month to your
Facilitator.
All completed assignments must fall in between the Learning Period dates.
A sample needs to be handed in to your Facilitator in ALL subject areas.
Samples also need to be provided for ALL Learning Center and online classes.
***If a Learning Center class sample is not available, your child must be prepared to give a written
summary of what he/she learned in that class during that Learning Period.
Make sure your childs first and last name and date is on all papers in his/her own handwriting,
especially on the samples you are turning in to your Facilitator. Work will be graded down without a
name or date on the sample.
Remember when collecting samples from your childs work to hand in to your Facilitator, they should
not contain religious references, nor be from a religious workbook.
Fill out the Student Learning Log thoroughly. Pay special attention to how the log should be filled out
with one subject and one concept for each date. Example:
Wrong Way:
11/7/10 Math Saxon Lesson 86

11/8/10 Science JCS Learning Center Class
11/9/10 PE - Swimming
RIGHT WAY:
11/7/10 Math Adding two-digit numbers

11/8/10 Science practicing the Scientific Method and understanding a
hypothesis
11/9/10 PE develop butterfly stroke skills
***If the Learning Log is not filled out correctly, you will be asked to redo it***
PLEASE add up all the PE minutes on the PE Log prior to meeting with your Facilitator. Also, fill out the
P.E. Log correctly. Example:
Wrong Way:
RIGHT WAY:
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11/7/10 Walked the dog or played at the park or game

11/7/10 Jogged 1 mile.
Skill: cardiovascular & muscle development.
GRADE! GRADE! GRADE! Try to grade as much as possible! This will give you and your Facilitator a
better assessment of how your child is doing and what areas you and your Facilitator need to
troubleshoot. Definitely grade all samples you are handing in.
Fill out the Monthly Grade Sheet completely. Grades need to be listed for all subjects as well as
comments, even for A or O grades. It is important to keep a copy for your files each month to refer
back to for end of semester grading.
Monthly Grade Sheet

Name:
Grade:
Learning Period:
Dates:
Subject
Grade
Comment
Language Arts
Reading
Writing
Spelling
Grammar
Vocabulary
Handwriting
Mathematics
History/Social Studies
Science
Physical Education
Art
Other (
Lets Focus On Accountability

Grading Scale:
Gr. K-3
Gr. 4-8
O = Outstanding
A = Super
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G = Good
B = Good
S = Satisfactory
C = Satisfactory
N = Needs Improvement
D = Below Average
U = Unsatisfactory
F = Failing
Physical Education Log

Student Name:
LP:
Date
Activity
Skill Practiced
Time
8/28/07
Swimming
Butterfly stroke
30 min.
Please add up your minutes!_
Example:
Dates:
Grade:
-
TOTAL TIME:
***GOAL: Gr. K-5 (400 minutes/month)
20 minutes/day
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Gr. 6-12 (800 minutes/month)

40 minutes/day
K-8 PE Log Continued
What was your favorite activity this month and why?

____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
How have your skills and/or physical endurance improved this month?
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
List your P.E. goals for next month:

____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
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Kindergarten What to Pick Up from the RC Form

Language Arts
Reading:
Choose 1 OR MORE of the following for Instructional/Guided Reading:
Sing, Spell, Read, & Write: Combo Kit (G-K & 1)
Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons
Kindergarten Guided Reading Bundle
SRA Reading Mastery Level 1: (Should be used as supplemental to use with Teach Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons;
can choose either classic or rainbow edition and can mix and match)
o SRA Reading Mastery 1 Classic (or Rainbow) Storybook 1 (pre-primer level)
o SRA Reading Mastery Classic (or Rainbow) Take Home Book A (pre-primer level)
o SRA Reading Mastery 1 Classic (or Rainbow) Storybook 2 (primer level)
o SRA Reading Mastery Classic (or Rainbow) Take Home Book B (primer level
o SRA Reading Mastery 1 Classic (or Rainbow) Storybook 3 (beg. First grade level)
o SRA Reading Mastery Classic (or Rainbow) Take Home Book C (beg. First grade level)
Read Naturally (need to choose another item in reading too, advanced readers)
Core Literature:
Choose 1 Core literature book and literature guide per month:
Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?; Chicka, Chicka, Boom, Boom; The Very Hungry Caterpillar; The Grouchy
Ladybug; Corduroy; The Gingerbread Man; Goldilocks and the Three Bears, The Mitten, The Three Billy Goats Gruff;
The Little Red Hen; Wolf; Blueberries for Sal
Other Language Arts Components:
Choose based on needs of student and whether or not these components are already in the anthology practice books or not. Some
are at a first grade level so use according to student readiness.
Wordly Wise Book K: Wkbk 2nd Edition
Phonics: Get Ready For the Code: Book A; Get Set for the Code: Book B
o Teacher's kit needed (if none are available, use EMR).
Modern Curriculum Press Phonics: L-K
Handwriting:
Choose 1 of the following:
Zaner Bloser Handwriting: Gr-K
Handwriting Without Tears: Gr K Letters and Numbers Wkbk
Writing:
Informal writing: necessary component for all Kindergarten students
Writing Journal: Kindergarten (reproducible)
Choose 1 writing program for formal writing instruction: (optional)
Four-Square Writing Packet gr: 1-3 REPRODUCIBLE COPY
Strategies for Writers: Gr. K Practice Book SE Writing Skills
Science
Thematic Unit Science Gr K
Social Studies
Thematic Unit Social Studies Gr K
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Kindergarten What to Pick Up from the RC Form
- Continued
Math
Houghton Mifflin California Math Gr K

o Consumable Textbook - SE
o manipulative kit
o write-on wipe-off board
o workbook; 2 to choose from, select one, Practice Time or Circle Time
o spinner
Saxon Math gr K, Saxon gr 1 at mid-year
o manipulative kit
Singapore Early Start book (teacher intensive program, consult your EF workbook order with EMR)
Excel Math gr K (gray)
HM teachers edition available online:

https://secure.eservices.eduplace.com/eservicesadmin/itemSelection.do?eserviceIndex=20
User name and password: Jcsteacherk/juliank
By EMR special order: Math U See; Singapore Early Start workbook
Extras: Art Kit, P.E. Activity/Idea Packet, Homeschool Family Fitness, Typing Pal, Compass Learning, Discovery Education (ask EF for codes)
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1st Grade What to Pick Up from the RC Form

Language Arts
Reading:
Choose 1 OR MORE of the following for Instructional/Guided Reading:
Houghton Mifflin Reading:
o Houghton Mifflin Reading Gr 1 SE Here We Go! 1.1
o Houghton Mifflin Reading Gr 1 SE Lets Be Friends 1.2
o Houghton Mifflin Reading Gr 1 SE Surprises 1.3
o Houghton Mifflin Reading Gr 1 SE Treasures 1.4
o Houghton Mifflin Reading Gr 1 SE Wonders 1.5
o Houghton Mifflin Reading Gr 1 Practice book 1.1-1.2 (SE)
o Houghton Mifflin Reading Gr 1 Practice book 1.3-1.5 (SE)
o Houghton Mifflin Reading Gr 1 Practice book TAE 1.1-1.2
o Houghton Mifflin Reading Gr 1 Practice book TAE 1.3-1.5
o Houghton Mifflin Guided Reading Leveled Readers (reproducible)
o Theme Skills Tests (reproducible)
Open Court Reading:
o SRA Open Court Reading Level 1: Book 1 (anthology)
o SRA Open Court Reading: Level 1: Spelling and Vocabulary Skills (SE wkbk)
o SRA Open Court Reading: Level 1: Comprehension and Language Arts Skills (SE wkbk)
o SRA Open Court Reading: Phonics Skills Level 1 (wkbk)
o First Grade Guided Reading Bundle (reproducible)
Sing, Spell Read, Write, Level K/1 or 1
Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons
1st Grade Guided Reading Bundle
SRA Reading Mastery Level 1: (Should be used as supplemental to use with Teach Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons;
can choose either classic or rainbow edition and can mix and match)
o SRA Reading Mastery 1 Classic (or Rainbow) Storybook 1 (pre-primer level)
o SRA Reading Mastery Classic (or Rainbow) Take Home Book A (pre-primer level)
o SRA Reading Mastery 1 Classic (or Rainbow) Storybook 2 (primer level)
o SRA Reading Mastery Classic (or Rainbow) Take Home Book B (primer level
o SRA Reading Mastery 1 Classic (or Rainbow) Storybook 3 (beg. First grade level)
o SRA Reading Mastery Classic (or Rainbow) Take Home Book C (beg. First grade level)
SRA Reading Mastery Level II: (can choose either classic or Rainbow edition and can mix and match)
o SRA Reading Mastery II Classic (or Rainbow) Storybook 1 (1.5-2.5 reading level)
o SRA Reading Mastery II Classic (or Rainbow) Take Home Book A
o SRA Reading Mastery II Classic (or Rainbow) Take Home Book B
o SRA Reading Mastery II Classic (or Rainbow) Take Home Book C
Read Naturally (need to choose another item in reading too)
Core Literature:
Alexander and the Horrible, Terrible, No Good, Very Bad Day; Frog and Toad are Friends; Ira Sleeps Over; Where the
Wild Things Are; Stone Soup; The Three Little Pigs; The Princess and the Pea; Hansel and Gretel; Little Red Riding
Hood; Swimmy
Choose based on needs of student and whether or not these components are already in the anthology practice books or not.
Grammar: Kelley Wingate grades 1 and 2 (reproducible)
Vocabulary: Wordly Wise Book 1 2nd Edition: wkbk (SE and TE)
Spelling: Houghton Mifflin Spelling and Vocabulary: Grade 1 SE Wkbk OR Spelling Workout: Level A Wkbk (SE and
TE)
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1st Grade What to Pick Up from the RC Form - Continued

Other Language Arts Components continued:
Phonics: Explode the Code Level 1 or 1 OR Modern Curriculum Press Phonics (SE Level A)
Daily Language Review Grade 1 (reproducible)
Handwriting:
Zaner Bloser Handwriting: Gr. 1
Handwriting Without Tears: Gr 1 My Printing Book Wkbk
Writing:
Important note: It is important to have both formal and informal writing for first grade. Please choose one from both.
Choose 1 writing program for formal writing instruction:
Four-Square Writing Packet gr 1-3 (reproducible)
Strategies for Writers Gr. 1 Practice Book: Level A
Informal writing:
Writing Journal: First Grade (reproducible)
Supplemental: Bellwork Language Arts Level 1 Student Edition; Bellwork Language Arts Level 1 Teacher Guide
Science
Please note: an excellent science education will use both written and hands-on components. Combine Science in a Nutshell or
other lab kits with a combination of textbook, trade books, and/or Discover Education for best results.
Houghton Mifflin California Science Gr 1
o SE text interactive text, directed inquiry lab mats, parent pack, student pack
Science in a Nutshell - max. 2 kits per semester
Discovery Education Techbook available with EUs. Please discuss access to this online curriculum with your EF.
Social Studies
I Know A Place gr 1 HM (study guide and tests)

The Story of the World (speak with your EF regarding appropriate grade-level adaptations and assignments):
o
Volume 1 (Ancients)
o Corresponding Student book, Activity Book & Teacher Pages
Thematic Unit Social Studies Gr 1 (Standards Based--One year)
Maps, Globes and Graphs, Level A (supplementary)
Math
Houghton Mifflin California Math Gr 1

o Consumable Textbook, manipulative kit, write-on wipe-off board, workbook; 2 to choose from, select one
o Assessment packet grade 1 HM (copies); spinner
Saxon Math 1, Saxon Math 2 at mid-year
o Workbook, manipulative kit, Meeting book
Primary Mathematics Singapore 1A, 1B at mid-year (teacher intensive)
o textbook, workbook (EMR order), Home Instructors Guide

User name and password: Jcsteacher1/julian1
Supplemental: Bellwork Mathematics Level 1 Student Edition; Bellwork Mathematics Level 1 Teacher Guide
By EMR special order: Primary Mathematics Workbook 1A and 1B; Math U See - Primer or Alpha
Extras: Art Kit, P.E. Activity/Idea Packet, Homeschool Family Fitness, Typing Pal, Compass Learning, Discovery Education
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2nd Grade What to Pick Up from the RC Form

Language Arts
Reading:
Choose 1 of the following for Independent/Guided Reading:
Houghton Mifflin Reading:
o Houghton Mifflin Reading Gr 2 SE Adventures 2.1 (anthology)
o Houghton Mifflin Reading Gr 2 SE Delights 2.2 (anthology)
o Houghton Mifflin Reading Gr 2 Practice Book 2.1 (SE wkbk)
o Houghton Mifflin Reading Gr 2 Practice Book 2.2 (SE wkbk)
o Houghton Mifflin Reading Gr 2 TAE Practice Book 2.1
o Houghton Mifflin Reading Gr 2 TAE Practice Book 2.2
o Theme Tests (reproducible)
Open Court Reading:
o SRA Open Court Reading Level 2: Spelling and Vocabulary Skills (SE wkbk)
o SRA Open Court Reading Level 2: Comprehension and Language Art Skills (SE wkbk)
SRA Reading Mastery Level II: (can choose either Classic or Rainbow edition and can mix and match)
o SRA Reading Mastery II Classic (or Rainbow) Take Home Book A
o SRA Reading Mastery II Classic (or Rainbow) Take Home Book B
o SRA Reading Mastery II Classic (or Rainbow) Take Home Book C
SRA Reading Mastery Level III: (can choose either classic or rainbow edition and can mix and match)
o SRA Reading Mastery III Rainbow (or Classic) Textbook A (2.5-3.5 reading level)
o SRA Reading Mastery III Rainbow (or Classic) Textbook B (2.5-3.5 reading level)
o SRA Reading Mastery III Rainbow (or Classic) Workbook A
o SRA Reading Mastery II Rainbow (or Classic) Workbook B
Sing, Spell, Read, & Write: Level 2 kit
Quality Literature Books (If you desire, once your child is ready for chapter books you can work with your EF to
choose a variety of quality chapter books to read, rather than choose an anthology program)
Second Grade Guided Reading Bundle (below-grade level readers who need extra guided reading)
Core Literature:
Giving Tree; Story of Johnny Appleseed; Happy Birthday Martin Luther King; Anansi the Spider; A Pizza the Size of
the Sun; Sylvester and the Magic Pebble; Strega Nona; A New Coat for Anna
Grammar: Kelly Wingate Grammar Grade 1-2 (reproducible)
Vocabulary: Wordly Wise Book 2: Wkbk NEW 3 rd Edition (SE, Answer Key, and Tests)
Spelling: Houghton Mifflin Spelling and Vocabulary: Grade 2 SE OR Spelling Workout: Level B (SE and TE)
Phonics: Explode the Code Level 2 or 2 OR Modern Curriculum Press Level B Wkbk (SE and TE)
Handwriting:
Zaner Bloser Handwriting: Gr. 2 Manuscript
Handwriting Without Tears: Gr 2 My Printing Power Wkbk
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2nd Grade What to Pick Up from the RC Form - Continued

Writing:
Four-Square Writing gr 1-3 (reproducible)
Strategies for Writers:
o Strategies for Writers SE: Gr. 2 Complete Writing Program Level B
o Strategies for Writers Gr 2 Practice the Strategy Notebook Level B
o Strategies for Writers Gr 2 Practice Book: Conventions & Skills Level B (grammar book)
Informal writing: (optional)
Writing Journal: Second Grade (reproducible)
Spelling and/or Vocabulary Titles:
Spelling and Vocabulary (practice and TE) HM
Spelling Workout Level B (workbook and TE)
Wordly Wise 3000 Book 2
Supplemental:
Read Naturally (Great for working on fluency, speed, comprehension, and for struggling readers)
Bellwork Reading/LA Level 2 SE and TE (great for test prep and grade level skills)
Site Words (broken up by 100s, reproducible)
Science
Houghton Mifflin California Science 2
Science in a Nutshell
Social Studies
Some People I Know (study guide and tests) HM

o
Volume 1 (Ancients)
o
Volume 2 (The Middle Ages)
o Corresponding Student book, Activity Book & Teacher Pages
Maps, Globes and Graphs, Level B
Math
Houghton Mifflin California Math

o Consumable Textbook, manipulative kit, write-on wipe-off board, workbook (select one)
o Assessment packet grade 2 HM (copies)
Saxon Math 2
o Home Study Manual, workbook part 1 & 2, manipulative kit
Saxon Intermediate Math 3 at mid-year (Power Up Workbook)
Primary Mathematics Singapore 2A, 2B at mid-year (teacher intensive program)
Excel Math Gr 2 (blue)

By EMR special order: Math U See Alpha
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3rd Grade What to Pick Up from the RC Form

Language Arts
Reading:
Houghton Mifflin:
o Houghton Mifflin Reading Gr 3 Rewards (3.1, anthology)
o Houghton Mifflin Reading Gr 3 Horizons (3.2, anthology)
o Houghton Mifflin Reading Gr 3 Rewards Practice Book SE (3.1 wkbk)
o Houghton Mifflin Reading Gr 3 Horizons Practice Book SE (3.2 wkbk)
o Houghton Mifflin Reading Gr 3 Rewards Practice Book TAE (3.1)
o Houghton Mifflin Reading Gr 3 Horizons Practice Book TAE (3.2)
Open Court Reading:
o SRA Open Court Reading: Level 3 Book 1 (anthology)
o SRA Open Court Reading: Level 3 Book 2 (anthology)
o SRA Open Court Reading: Level 3: Spelling and Vocabulary Skills (SE wkbk)
o SRA Open Court Reading: Level 3: Comprehension and Language Art Skills (SE wkbk)
o SRA Open Court Reading: Level 3: Comprehension and Language Art Skills (TAE)
Quality Literature Books (If you desire, once your child is ready for chapter books you can work with your EF to
choose a variety of quality chapter books to read, rather than choose an anthology program)
Core Literature:
Charlottes Web; Mr. Poppers Penguins; Ramona Quimby Age 8; Little House in the Big Woods; Courage of Sarah
Noble; All About Sam; Squanto
Grammar: GUM Level A, SE and TE
Spelling: Houghton Mifflin Spelling and Vocabulary: Grade 3 SE Wkbk and TE OR Spelling Workout: Level C (SE & TE)
Phonics: Explode the Code, Level 3 or 3 OR Modern Curriculum Press Level C Wkbk (SE and TE)
Handwriting:
Zaner Bloser Handwriting: Grade 3, cursive
Handwriting Without Tears: Gr 3 Cursive Handwriting Wkbk
Writing:
Four-Square Writing, Level 1-3 (reproducible)
o Strategies for Writers SE: Gr. 3 Complete Writing Program Level C
o Strategies for Writers Gr 3 Practice the Strategy Notebook Level C
o Strategies for Writers Gr 3 Practice Book: Conventions & Skills Level C (grammar book)
IEW: Level A (for advanced 3rd graders)
o IEW Student Writing Intensive: Grp A-4 DVDs
o IEW Student Writing Intensive-Grp A Binder
Writing Journal: Third Grade (reproducible)
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3rd Grade What to Pick Up from the RC Form - Continued

Supplemental Materials:
Read Naturally (great for working on fluency, speed, comprehension, and for struggling readers)
Science
o
SE text interactive text, directed inquiry lab mats, parent pack, student pack
Science in a Nutshell (maximum order of 2 per semester)
Social Studies
From Sea to Shining Sea (study guide and tests) HM

o
Volume 1 (Ancients)
o
o
Volume 3 (Early Modern Times)
o Corresponding Student book, Activity Book & Teacher Pages, Tests
Maps, Globes, Graphs Level C
Math
Houghton Mifflin California Math

Student edition, manipulative kit, write-on wipe-off board, workbook (2 to choose from, select one)
Assessment packet grade 3 HM (copies)
Saxon Intermediate Math 3 (CA 2008 edition)
Home study manual, workbook part 1 & 2, manipulative kit
Saxon Math 5/4
Solutions manual, Tests & Worksheets, manipulative kit
Teaching Textbooks Math 3 (bundle)
Excel Math Gr 3
Primary Mathematics Singapore 3A, 3B at mid-year (note: teacher intensive)
Textbook, workbook (EMR order), Home Instructors guide

By EMR special order: Math U See, Primary Mathematics workbook 3A and 3B
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4th Grade What to Pick Up from the RC Form

Language Arts
Reading:
Houghton Mifflin:
o Houghton Mifflin Reading: Gr 4 SE (anthology)
o Houghton Mifflin Reeading: Gr 4 Traditions Practice Book SE (wkbk)
o Houghton Mifflin Reading : Gr 4 Practice Book TAE
Open Court Reading:
o SRA Open Court Reading Level 4 (anthology)
o SRA Open Court Reading Level 4: Comprehension and Language Art Skills (ATE)
Quality Literature Books (If you desire, you can work with your EF to choose a variety of quality chapter books to
read, rather than choose an anthology program)
Core Literature:
By the Great Horn Spoon; Island of the Blue Dolphins; Two Years Before the Mast; Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing;
Frindle; My Side of the Mountain; Little House on the Prairie; Pocahontas; Patty Reeds Doll
Grammar: GUM Level B, SE and TE
Spelling: Houghton Mifflin Spelling and Vocabulary: Grade 4 SE Wkbk and TE OR Spelling Workout: Level D (SE and
TE)
Phonics: Explode the Code Level 4 or 4
Handwriting:
Zaner Bloser Handwriting: Gr 4
Handwriting Without Tears: Gr 4 Cursive Success Wkbk
Writing:
o Strategies for Writers SE: Gr. 4 Complete Writing Program Level D
o Strategies for Writers Gr 4 Practice the Strategy Notebook Level D
o Strategies for Writers Gr 4 Practice Book: Conventions & Skills Level D (grammar book)
IEW: Level A
Writing Journal: Fourth Grade (reproducible)
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4th Grade What to Pick Up from the RC Form - Continued
Science
Please note: an excellent science education will use both written and hands-on components. Combine
Science in a Nutshell or other lab kits with a combination of textbook, trade books, and/or Discover
Education for best results.

Science in a Nutshell (maximum of 2 kits per semester)
Social Studies
Social Studies Oh! California (study guide and tests) HM

o
Volume 1 (Ancients)
o
o
o
Volume 4 (The Modern Age)
o Corresponding Student book, Activity Book & Teacher Pages, Test Forms
Thematic Unit California History Gr 4
Maps, Globes and Graphs, Level D
Math
Houghton Mifflin California Math 4

o manipulative kit, write-on wipe-off board, workbook (2 to choose from, select one)
o assessment packet grade 4 HM (copies)
Saxon California Math Gr 4 Volume 1 & 2
o CA Saxon grade 4: Assessment Packet (copies)
Saxon Math 6/5
o Solutions manual, Tests & Worksheets, manipulative kit
Teaching Textbooks
Primary Mathematics Singapore 4A, 4B at mid-year
Excel Math

(ask EF for codes)
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Language Arts
Reading:
Houghton Mifflin:
o Houghton Mifflin Reading: Gr 5 Expeditions SE (Anthology)
o Houghton Mifflin Reading: Gr 5 Practice Book SE (wkbk)
o Houghton Mifflin Reading: Gr 5 Practice Book TAE
Open Court Reading:
o SRA Open Court Reading Level 5 (anthology)
o SRA Open Court Reading Level 5: Comprehension and Language Art Skills (ATE)
Quality Literature Books (If you desire, you can work with your EF to choose a variety of quality chapter books to
read, rather than choose an anthology program)
Core Literature:
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe; Sarah Plain and Tall; Sign of the Beaver; Where the Red Fern Grows; The
Secret Garden; Number the Stars
Grammar: GUM Level C SE and TE
Spelling: Houghton Mifflin Spelling and Vocabulary: Grade 5 SE Wkbk and TE OR Spelling Workout: Level E (SE and
TE)
Phonics: Explode the Code Level 5 or 5
Handwriting:
Zaner Bloser Handwriting: Gr 5
Handwriting Without Tears: Gr 5: Can-Do Cursive Wkbk
Handwriting Without Tears: Gr 5: Can-Do Print Wkbk
Writing:
o Strategies for Writers SE: Gr. 5 Complete Writing Program Level E
o Strategies for Writers Gr 5 Practice the Strategy Notebook Level E
o Strategies for Writers Gr 5 Practice Book: Conventions & Skills Level E (grammar book)
IEW: Choose level A or B:
o IEW Student Writing Intensive Grp B-DVD
o IEW Student Writing Intensive-Gr B Binder
Institute for Excellence in Writing: U.S. History-based Writing Lessons, Volume 1 (IEW: Explores through the Gold
Rush)
My Access (online writing program, order through EF)
DBQ U.S. History Volume 1 1607-1877 (more advanced, order through JCS sign me up, 15EUs)
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5th Grade What to Pick Up from the RC Form Continued

Writing Journal: Fifth Grade (reproducible)
Science
Science in a Nutshell (maximum of 2 kits per semester)
Discovery Education Techbookavailable with EUs. Please discuss access to this online curriculum with your EF.
Social Studies
Social Studies America Will Be (study guide, tests) HM
o
Volume 1 (Ancients)
o
o
o
A History of US - Joy Hakim
Maps, Globes and Graphs, Level E
Math

o manipulative kit, write-on wipe-off board, workbook (2 to choose from, select one)
o Assessment packet grade 5 HM (copies)
Saxon California Math Gr 5 Volume 1 & 2
Saxon Math 7/6
o Manual, Tests & Worksheets, Solutions manual
Primary Mathematics Singapore 5A, 5B at mid-year
o Textbook, workbook (EMR order), Home Instructors Guide,
Teaching Textbook Math 5 (bundle)

By EMR special order: Math U See, Primary Mathematics 5A and 5B workbook
(ask EF for codes).
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Language Arts
Reading:
Houghton Mifflin:
o Houghton Mifflin Reading: Gr6 Triumphs (anthology)
o Houghton Mifflin Reading: Gr6 Triumphs Practice Book SE (wkbk)
o Houghton Mifflin Reading: Gr6 Triumphs Practice Book TAE
Glencoe:
o Literature: The Readers Choice Gr6 Course 1 (SE and TWE Glencoe)
o Glencoe Grammar & Language Workbook: Gr6 (SE and TAE)
The Language of Literature: Gr6 SE and TE (McDougal Littell)
o The Interactive Reader Gr. 6 (optional)
Quality Literature Books (If you desire, you can work with your EF to choose a variety of quality chapter books to read,
rather than choose an anthology program)
Core Literature:
The Cay; The Hatchet; The Bronze Bow; The Boy of the Painted Cave; The Book of Greek Myths; The Egypt Game; Bridge
to Terabithia; The Golden Goblet
Grammar: GUM Level D SE and TE
Spelling: Houghton Mifflin Spelling and Vocabulary: Grade 6 SE Wkbk and TE OR Spelling Workout: Level F (SE and TE)
Phonics: Explode the Code Level 6 or 6 1/2
Writing:
o Strategies for Writers SE: Gr6 Complete Writing Program Level F
o Strategies for Writers Gr6 Practice the Strategy Notebook Level F
o Strategies for Writers Gr6 Practice Book: Conventions & Skills Level F (grammar book)
IEW: Choose level A or B:
Institute for Excellence in Writing: Ancient History-Based Writing Lessons (IEW)
DBQ World History Volume 1 Hammurabi to Mayans (order through JCS sign me up, 15EUs)
Writing Journal: Sixth Grade (reproducible)
Supplemental Language Arts Materials:
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Science
Prentice Hall California Earth Science (SE text)

o Student pack, lab kit, parent pack
Social Studies
A Message of Ancient Days (study guide & tests) HM

o
Volume 1 (Ancients)
o
o
o
Maps, Globes and Graphs, Level F
Math (choose one title)

o
SE, manipulative kit, write-on wipe-off board, workbook (2 to choose from, select one)
o
Assessment packet grade 6 HM (copies)
Saxon Math 8/7 or Algebra 1/ 2
o Assessment Packet (copies)
Saxon CA Math Gr 6
Prentice Hall California Math 6
o
PH 6th grade Math: Assessment packet (copies)
Excel Math Gr 6 (orange)
Primary Mathematics Singapore 6A, 6B at mid-year (teacher labor intensive)

o
textbook, workbook (EMR purchase), Home Instructors Guide
Teaching Textbooks (bundle)
Glencoe Mathematics Applications and Concepts Course 1 w/Assessment Packet (red book)
(Glencoe series is recommended for high school preparation)

Teacher Editions online at:
(Prentice Hall has the same link and user name/password for 6th grade, Pre-algebra, and Algebra):
https://www.pearsonsuccessnet.com/snpapp/login/PsnLandingPage.jsp?showLandingPage=true
User name and password: jcsteacher7/midschool411
HM teachers edition available online: https://secure.eservices.eduplace.com/eservicesadmin/itemSelection.do?eserviceIndex=20
Extras: Art Kit, P.E. Activity/Idea Packet, Homeschool Family Fitness, Typing Pal, Compass Learning, Discovery Education (ask EF
for codes)
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Language Arts
Reading:
Glencoe:
o Literature: The Readers Choice Gr 7 Course 2 (SE and TWE Glencoe)
The Language of Literature Grade 7 SE and TE (McDougal Littell)
o The Interactive Reader Gr 7 (optional)
Core Literature:
Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry; The Giver, The Samurais Tale; Catherine Called Birdy; A Day No Pigs Would Die; Adam
of the Road
Choose 1 Grammar, and 1 Vocabulary or Spelling (may choose 1 of each)
Grammar: GUM Level E SE and TE
Vocabulary: Wordly Wise Book 7: Wkbk NEW 3rd Edition (SE, Answer Key, and Tests)
Spelling: Houghton Mifflin Spelling and Vocabulary: Grade 7 SE Wkbk and TE; Spelling Workout Level G Wkbk (SE and
TE); OR Spellers on Google Docs (ask EF)
Writing:
o Strategies for Writers SE: Gr7 Complete Writing Program Level G
o Strategies for Writers Gr7 Practice the Strategy Notebook Level G
o Strategies for Writers Gr7 Practice Book: Conventions & Skills Level G (grammar book)
IEW: Choose level B or C:
o IEW Student Writing Intensive Grp C- DVD
o IEW Student Writing Intensive-Grp C Binder
Institute for Excellence in Writing: Medieval History-Based Writing Lessons (IEW)
DBQ World History Volume 2 Fall of Rome to Exploration/Reformation (order through JCS sign me up, 15EUs)
Writing Journal: Seventh Grade (reproducible)
Science
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Prentice Hall California Life Science (SE text)

o Student pack, parent pack, lab kit
Social Studies
Across the Centuries Gr 7 HM
o Student text, study guide, tests, answer keys
o Optional: Map Activities
o
Volume 1 (Ancients)
o
o
o
Math
Prentice Hall Pre-Algebra: recommended COLLEGE-TRACK COURSE

o Student text, Teachers Edition or Solutions Manual
Glencoe Pre-Algebra (not recommended) - SE/TE
Saxon Algebra 1/2 - SE/TE
Pacemakers Pre-Algebra (Remedial)
o Student text, Teachers Edition, workbook, workbook answer key
Teaching Textbooks (bundle)
Glencoe Mathematics Applications and Concepts Course 2 w/Assessment Packet (blue book) (

Curriculum that requires supplemental materials:
Key to series: Fractions, Decimals, Percents, Measurement, Algebra, Geometry
By EMR special order: Math U See
for codes)
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Language Arts
Reading:
Glencoe:
o Literature: The Readers Choice Gr 8 Course 2 (SE and TWE Glencoe)
The Language of Literature Grade 8 SE and TE (McDougal Littell)
o Interactive Reader Gr 8 (optional)
Core Literature:
Across Five Aprils; Slave Dancers; My Brother Sam Is Dead; The Adventures of Tom Sawyer; The Outsiders; The True
Confessions of Charlotte Doyle
Other Language Components:

Choose 1 Grammar, and 1 Vocabulary or Spelling (may choose 1 of each as needed)
Grammar: GUM Level F SE and TE OR Glencoe Grammar and Language SE and TE
Spelling: Houghton Mifflin Spelling and Vocabulary: Grade 8 SE Wkbk and TE; Spelling Workout Level H Wkbk (SE and
TE); OR Spellers on Google Docs (ask EF)
Writing:
o Strategies for Writers SE: Gr6 Complete Writing Program Level F
o Strategies for Writers Gr6 Practice the Strategy Notebook Level F
o Strategies for Writers Gr6 Practice Book: Conventions & Skills Level F (grammar book)
IEW: Choose level B or C:
o IEW Student Writing Intensive Grp C- DVD
o IEW Student Writing Intensive-Grp C Binder
Institute for Excellence in Writing: U.S. History-based Writing Lessons, Volume 1 (IEW: Explores through the Gold
Rush)
Institute for Excellence in Writing: U.S. History-based Writing Lessons, Volume 2 (IEW: Civil War-Present)
DBQ U.S. History Volume 1 1607-1877 (order through JCS sign me up, 15 EUs)
Writing Journal: Eighth Grade (reproducible)
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Science
o
Prentice Hall California Physical Science (SE text)

Student pack, lab kit, parent pack
Social Studies
A More Perfect Union HM

Student text, study guide, tests, answer keys
o Optional: Map Activities
o Volume 1 (Ancients)
o Volume 2 (The Middle Ages)
o Volume 3 (Early Modern Times)
o Volume 4 (The Modern Age)
Math
Prentice Hall Pre-Algebra

Prentice Hall Algebra: COLLEGE-TRACK COURSE
Glencoe Pre-Algebra
o Student text, Teachers Edition
Glencoe Algebra (CA Edition or Concepts and Applications)
o Student text, Teachers Edition
Saxon Algebra 1/2
o Student Text, Solutions Manual, Tests, Test Answer Key
Saxon Algebra 1
o Student Text, Solutions Manual, Tests, Test Answer Key
Pacemakers Pre-Algebra (Remedial)
Pacemakers Algebra (Remedial)
Teaching Textbooks Pre-Algebra (bundle)
Teaching Textbooks Algebra (bundle)
Glencoe Mathematics Applications and Concepts Course 3 w/Assessment Packet (green book)

Curriculum that requires supplemental materials:
o Key to series: Fractions, Decimals, Percents, Measurement, Algebra, Geometry
for codes)
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K-8 eClasses: Fall 2014 Schedule
eClasses are held online through the JCS online classroom. Sign up through the Sign Me Up program
(directions below). Courses begin the first week of the semester, August 25, 2014. Once you register, the
teacher will contact you. For math courses, please be sure to order the textbook.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Grades 6 8
9:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
Writing Workshop
(ODonnell)
Grade 6 - 8
10 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
*MS Math Concepts
11:00 to 12:00
Open Tutoring
(Mrs. Azizi Keller)
Grades 6 - 8
10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
MS Pre Algebra
(Robinson)
Grades 6 - 8
10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
MS Pre Algebra
(Robinson)
11:00 to 12:00
*5th Grade Math
(Frogge)
11:00 to 12:00
*5th Grade Math
(Frogge)
Grade 8
11:00 to 12:00 p.m.
*Geometry JH7534A
(Robinson)
Grade 8
11:00 to 12:00 p.m.
*Geometry JH7534A
(Robinson)
12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
Middle School
Open Tutoring
for students enrolled in
eClasses
(Robinson)
Grades 7 - 8
2:00 to 3:00 p.m.
*Algebra 1 JH7532A
(Robinson)
Thursday
12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

Middle School
Open Tutoring
for students enrolled
in eClasses
(Robinson)
Grades 7 - 8
2:00 to 3:00 p.m.
*Algebra 1 JH7532A
(Robinson)
Grades 4 6
3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Writing for Innovators and
Creative Thinkers
(T. Webster)
Parent communication from 4
p.m. to 4:15 p.m.
See directions for registering below. It is expected that students attend class each week (including open tutoring sessions), participate in class, and
turn in their daily work to their EF monthly. *Class meets twice a week or is a 2 hour section: 100 EUs. All other classes are 50 EUs.
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eClass Course Descriptions

Grade 8 JH2420A Pre Algebra (100 EUs) Instructor: Pam Robinson
This course will prepare you to master high school algebra. It is expected that students attend the open tutoring
sessions. (Be sure to order the textbook Prentice Hall Pre-Algebra for this course).
Grade 8 JH7532A Algebra I (100 EUs) Instructor: Pam Robinson

This is the college preparatory algebra I course. Students taking this course will use the high school text book;
however, high school credit is not issued for taking this course. It is expected that students attend class, participate
in class and tutoring sessions, and turn in daily work to their EF at monthly meetings. Students should have
successfully passed the algebra readiness test and be prepared to work at the high school level when choosing this
course. (Be sure to order the Glencoe Algebra I textbook for this course).
Grade 8 JH7534A Geometry (100 EUs) Instructor: Pam Robinson
This is the college preparatory geometry I course. Students taking this course will use the high school text book;
however, high school credit is not issued for taking this course. It is expected that students attend class, participate
in class and tutoring sessions, and turn in daily work to their EF at monthly meetings. Students should have
successfully passed the post-algebra readiness test and be prepared to work at the high school level when choosing
this course. (Be sure to order the Glencoe geometry textbook for this course).
5th Grade Math Concepts (100 EUs) Instructor: Mrs. Frogge
Monday & Wednesday 11:00 am 12:00 pm: Fifth grade math allows students to build on their basic math skills
while pushing them towards higher order and critical thinking. Units such as multiplying and dividing decimals,
graphing data and statistics, working algebraic expressions, and finding the perimeter, area, and volume of
different shapes supplement daily skills such as place value, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. The
curriculum also covers the use of whole numbers, fractions operations, and ratios/percents/probability.
Throughout the school year, mathematical confidence is emphasized. Textbook is California Saxon 5th grade, Vol 1
in the fall, and Vol 2 in the spring. Please pick these up from the Resource Center. Benchmarks and quick checks
are required, and daily homework will be completed.
Middle School Math Concepts & Tutoring (Grades 6th, 7th and 8th) (100 EUs) Instructor: Mrs. Azizi-Keller
Wednesday 9:30 am 11:30 am: Course is designed as a tutorial to help your middle school student get Algebra
ready! Emphasis will be on fundamental operations with fractions and decimals; integers, expressions & equations;
and ratios, proportions & percents. Course is designed as a tutorial to help your middle school student get Algebra
ready! The first hour of class will focus on fundamental operations with fractions and decimals; integers,
expressions & equations; and ratios, proportions & percents. There is no specific textbook that is needed for this
course but rather supplemental materials will be used. It is expected that students attend class, participate in class,
and turn in their work to their EF at monthly meetings. The 2nd hour of the class is open tutoring.
Grades 6-8 Writing Workshop Instructor: Mrs. ODonnell
Students in this Writing Class will complete two Five Paragraph Essays during the semester, a Persuasive Essay
and an Expository Essay. Mrs. ODonnell will guide students through the Writing Process, one step at a time in
each project. The Process includes: Prewriting & Research, Planning & Drafting, Revising, Proofreading,
Publishing. This enrichment class meets once a week on Mondays 9:00am 10:15am for one semester online via
Online Classroom.
Writing for Innovators and Creative Thinkers, Grades 4-6 Instructor: Mrs. Tiffiny Webster
Get connected! Writing for Innovators and Creative Thinkers will teach you the skills you need to effectively
express yourself across a wide variety of writing genres. Expect non-traditional, fun, and creative writing projects
such as slide shows, blogs and websites. Participate in our online community and use your writing skills to connect
to others. This course is aligned with Grade 4-6 Common Core State Writing Standards. This course will meet
Mondays 3:00pm-4:00pm, parent communication 4:00pm-4:15pm
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DIRECTIONS FOR SIGNING UP FOR eCLASSES

1. After looking at the schedule and deciding which classes youd like to take, please open your browser and go to
http://signmeup.juliancharterschool.org/ Note: This is the same page system we use for field trip registrations.
2. Click on Student Login and then enter your information.
Once you are logged in, click on Current Events (along the top red banner) and then eClasses. You will see the list
of classes to select from. Please be sure to select the JH (Junior High) selections and not the high school sections for
the math courses. The JH in front of the course identifies the correct course.
If you need to know which email address to use, please contact your EF.
If you have additional questions please e-mail Anna Lyons at: alyons@juliancharterschool.org
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JCS GUIDE to VENDOR ORDERING

Please refer to this file when placing vendor orders, or if you have questions about orders.
Getting Started
Determine what to order and check for available funds. Log onto the vendor system:
http://vendors.juliancharterschool.org/ and enter the information shown in the screenshot
below. Note: you will use the email address and password you used during registration. Need help
remembering this information? Contact your EF.
Educational Units Available:

All EUs (educational units), which include VCI (vendor course instruction) and EMR (educational
material resources) funds, are dropped into the students budget account each semester.
K-8 home study receive 425 EUs each semester

1:4 receive 125 EUs each semester
Pro-rated Educational Units:

Funds are pro-rated if the student enrolls after the first month of the semester or changes JCS
programs. Orders must be completed and approved by the due date. Check the calendar for order
due dates.
Home Study K-8
Enrollment Date
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1:4 K-8
EU Funds
Enrollment Date
EU Funds
Aug/Sep
425
Aug/Sep
300
Oct
340
Oct
240
Nov
255
Nov
180
Dec
zero
Dec
zero
Jan
425
Jan
300
Feb
340
Feb
240
March
255
March
180
April/May
zero
April/May
zero
Academy Students do not receive EU's

Unused EU's from 1st semester will roll over to 2nd semester
Unused EUs from 2nd semester will be cleared off student's budget account at the end of the school year
No EU's are issued, nor can be spent during the months of June & July, or when school is not in session.
Ordering
When placing multiple orders for the same vendor, use the same request when there is just one
offering. Use different requests for multiple offerings.
An example SAME request: lessons for September, October & November @ $40/hr.
An example DIFFERENT request: The same vendor offers two different classes, horseback
riding @ $40/hr and Equine Science @ $80/session. In this case place two different requests.
Click on Add New Item to this request to add multiple items for the same vendor.
Your EF will not approve multiple requests under separate orders for the same vendor all
requests for the same vendor/same class must be on the same request.
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Once you have entered all the information requested, press the Update Request button:
If you notice an error, back at the main screen you can edit the request by clicking on the Edit button.
Once your EF receives notification that your request has been sent, he/she will review it for accuracy,
and approve it. If the EF does not approve it, you will be informed so the two of you can fix any issue
prior to approval.
If purchasing does not approve the request, you and your EF will receive an email noting what is needed
for approval.
Once approved by your EF, you will receive an email message:
Your request for TUTORING GRADES 6 THRU 12--22 EU's per one hour
from Himasha Dissanayake has been Approved by Purchasing. A Purchase
Order will be created shortly.
This is an automated message; please do not reply to this email. If you have
questions or concerns, please contact your EF directly.
Parents should be contacting vendors before requests are made for specific
details about classes and the vendors attendance policies and that there
are no scheduling conflicts.
Things to Keep in Mind:

Follow all the directions for ordering. Read the small print on how and when to add shipping and tax.
All vendors are a bit different.
Keep fall and spring semester orders on separate requests. JCS does not cover any expenses during the
summer months with the exception of lessons in the last week of August during school days. It is always
preferable that orders be placed one time at the beginning of the semester and not on a monthly basis.
The funds requested for a class must match the contracted price listed on the request offering. Use the
correct class offering when ordering a class.
Partial payment of a class or session is allowed if pre-arranged with the vendor prior to creating the
request. The reason for the different price must be entered in the Notes section of the request or the
request will be declined.
Request classes and sessions exactly how the vendor has specified and as it is shown on the class
offering.
If lessons are $20/hour and you want 4 lessons in March, that is be 4 @ $20 (not 1 @ $80).
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If lessons are $80 per month for 4 one hour lessons, then that would be 1 @ $80.
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Pay attention to whether or not there is a minimum of weeks the vendor has contracted. If its $20 for
one hour once a week for a minimum of 8 weeks, then you must have at least 8 weeks of lessons on the
request. Any other arrangements made with the vendor must be entered in the Notes section of the
request or the request will be Declined.
Vendors cannot bill for lessons until the classes have been taught.
The PO sent to a vendor is a contract. If you want to cancel the lessons, please contact the vendor first
and then your EF. JCS does not refund POs where the parent did not contact the vendor in a timely
fashion.
Students will be asked by the vendor to sign a JCS attendance sheet. Vendors must submit this with their
invoice.
Online Individual Student Licenses:

When placing a request that requires login information to be sent to the student or the teacher,
enter the contact information where the company will send the login information. In the Notes
section of the request, include the login information as well as any special ordering instructions
that may be listed for the specific vendor. Check your email junk folders if you dont receive the
login information.
EMR Ordering (Educational Material Resources)

Ordering can be challenging at times. Contact your EF for help as needed. We know there is
a lot of necessary information, including item numbers or ISBN numbers for book orders,
URLs, and descriptions that are needed to ensure your order is placed correctly. If you have
any additional information that would help in placing the order, please include it in the
Notes section. Not sure if an item is allowed for purchase? Check with your EF. EUs may
not be used to purchase non-secular materials and items that are on the No Purchase Chart.
Some items require prior approval by an AD, including items that are in excess of $100.00.
Guidelines for Selecting Educational Materials Procedure:

All instructional materials need to be directly related to the course of study in which they are being used
and should be appropriate for the students ages and maturity levels. Listed below is the procedure to
follow for ordering material not found in the Resource Center.
1. Parent looks for item in materials management database (Follett). If parent cannot find item, parent
communicates educational need/goal of item to EF. EF searches Follett, and offers alternative
resource to parent.
2. EF checks with department chairs/curriculum team leads for alternative items to teach concept. If
nothing meeting the need is found within 5 business days, parent is free to order what is needed if
funds are available and it meets all above criterion.
3. EF, or parent with EF approval, orders item through EMR Ordering system.
4. Resource Center Specialist processes request by checking Follett, Reproducible Bank, No Purchase
Chart, materials in the Independent Study Program Policy.
5. Purchasing Department orders the requested items.
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a. Purchase order created.

b. Parent and EF get email stating purchase order has been created.
c. Note: EMR Funds are not returned to student account once purchase order is processed.
6. If item does not meet standards in #4, email with reason code is sent to parent, EF, and Assistant
Director of K-12 Home Study explaining reason for denial.
a. EF/Parent may alter order to meet the requirements not met in original order.
b. Parent may appeal denial by completing Educational Materials Justification Form.
c. Educational Materials Justification Form is sent to Lead EF for review.
d. If not resolved, Lead EF will pass to Director of Education and Educational Leadership Team
(ELT) for approval/denial.
e. Director of Education notifies parent and EF of decision within 3-5 business days including
information on how to appeal decision to Executive Director/Governing Board.
7. Parent may appeal to the Governing Board for final determination.
a. Parent contacts Executive Director.
b. Item is placed on Governing Board Agenda for next eligible Board meeting.
c. Governing Board decision is final.
http://vendors.juliancharterschool.org/forms/no_purchase_chart.pdf
Contact your EF regarding items that are not available for purchase with EMR funds. Your EF has a
comprehensive list of materials.
Click on the EMR icon from the vendor ordering screen and ensure there are sufficient funds to
purchase what you need.
Select the EMR vendor from the drop down menu. Select the Offering from the drop down menu.
Review the Special Ordering Instructions very carefully. Type in the ITEM and, if applicable, SKU
numbers, the quantity, the price and the description. Click on Add New Item to the request to add your
next item. Add all of the requested items from that vendor to the order and review for accuracy.
Add shipping costs as noted in the special ordering instructions for each vendor. Different vendors have
different shipping costs. For more information on combining shipping for siblings, see EMR Shipping
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Fees and Siblings. If a vendor charges JCS shipping, the rate is noted in the Special Ordering
Instructions. If there is no shipping fee noted, you need not put anything in the shipping box.
Sales tax is automatically calculated and added to the request as appropriate for that vendor. Do not
manually add tax.
Once you have entered all the information requested, click the Update Request button.
AMAZON.COM:
When you copy a URL, be sure to copy the entire address (look where the arrow is pointing to the
highlighted blue URL -- this is what you want to copy and paste into the requisition).
To find the ISBN #, scroll down the Amazon.com page to product details.
JCS does not order from third party vendors from within Amazon.com. Below is an example of a third
party. The book might be less expensive, but these sellers are not reliable and often times the product is
no longer available at the reduced rate once the request has been received.
On the product screen, a third-party vendor will look like this:
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Look for who it is sold by not fulfilled by, and if it doesnt say its sold by Amazon, then it is a thirdparty vendor as well. Example shown is sold by NetRush and is a third-party vendor.
JCS has an Amazon Prime membership.

Any items with Prime logo will qualify for
free shipping even if your order is below $25. Items without the Prime logo must add up to $25+ to
receive free shipping. As with any order, be sure to review the specific details for shipping and tax prior
to approving the request.
EMR Shipping Fees and Siblings:

Vendors issue their own shipping prices. JCS does not have special shipping discounts, but you do have
some options for combining shipping if you have more than one child. The vendor will usually give
special instructions or a code for discounted or free shipping. This information and the price must be in
the Notes section of the request or normal shipping rates will be applied. If a different type or carrier is
wanted, then that must be in the Notes section with the price.
Sibling orders can be combined on the Purchasing end to save on shipping. All individual requests must
be received at the same time and must say in the Notes section of EACH request that the requests are to
be combined and the names of each sibling. The shipping fees can be applied over each student or
charged all to one according to how you specify it in the Notes section of the request.
Note: JCS does not usually qualify for promotional FREE shipping or discounted shipping. If youre
looking at the vendors website and they are advertising a special shipping rate, please check the fine
print. Usually orders by purchase order do not qualify for the reduced or free shipping. If we do
qualify for the promotional shipping rate, you must enter any codes, contacts or special instructions to
receive the promotional shipping rate in the Notes section of the request.
Ordering Live Specimen:

Live specimen are ordered on a separate request and are shipped directly to the student. Put the address
you want the items to go to in the Notes section of the request and note that the order is a direct ship to
student (see Direct Ship to Student).
The RC must be notified by parent or EF within 30 days of PO creation that the order has not
arrived or JCS is not responsible to reorder or reissue EMR funds.
Direct Ship to Student:

In addition to live specimen, Little Passports have consumable items shipped monthly to the student
under a subscription and should by-pass the RC. If you would like to know if your item can be shipped
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directly to the student and it is not a live specimen or Little Passports, please contact the RC to see if it is
okay to ship direct to the student or not. If your item is to be shipped directly to the student, put the
name and address you want the items to go to in the Notes section of the request and note that the order
is a direct ship to student.
The RC must be notified by parent or EF within 30 days of PO creation that the order has not
arrived or JCS is not responsible to reorder or reissue EMR funds.
No Pick up of EMR at Vendors Place of Business:

All orders must be sent via purchase order to the vendor and shipped to the RC for inventory before
being sent to the student. Do not put items on hold at a store and request a purchase order be sent.
Events and Sign Me Up (Field Trips):

eClasses, learning center classes, academy classes for non-academy students, and JCS distributed online
licenses (such as Rosetta Stone) are ordered through the Events program, not the Vendors program. See
Events and Sign Me Up (Field Trips) - Refunds for more information. www.jcsfieldtrips.com
Note: Field Trips cannot be paid by student EUs and must be paid by either PayPal or a check.
Refunds
Once a PO # has been assigned to a request, you must contact your EF immediately if you decide to
cancel this request.
VCI Refunds:
To receive a refund from a vendor for lessons that the student is not going to use, contact the vendor that
you wish to cancel as soon as possible and before the lesson is taught. The vendor is allowed to bill
for lessons on the PO missed by the student without prior communication. Any paid lessons, attended or
not, will not be refunded to the students budget account.
Please contact vendors before you request a PO for classes so you know the vendors policies and
schedule.
EMR Refunds:
If a vendor cancels an item on a purchase order, the funds will be returned to the students budget
account. If an item is received by the Resource Center that is deemed to be on the No Purchase chart
or is non-secular in nature, it will be returned to the vendor and the funds returned to the students
account.
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Events and Sign Me Up (Field Trips) Refunds:

Review the Events at www.jcsfieldtrips.com (such as eClasses, Learning Center classes, and field trips)
for costs and to place orders. In the event that the event is canceled or dropped and a refund is
requested the funds will be returned to the account.
Note: JCS Field Trips are paid in advance and do not pull funds from the students budget account. They
are paid by PayPal or a check. A refund request cannot be granted once the initial field trip registration
deadline expires. If the cancellation is before the initial field trip registration deadline the refund will be
paid via PayPal or check. In the event a reservation must be cancelled, please contact the Field Trip
Coordinator immediately so another student can participate.
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SAMPLE JCS Master Agreement for

Independent Study
Student:
Student Number:
Address:
Location:
1st Phone Number:
DOB:
Program Placement:
Contract Term: Semester

Beginning Date:
End Date:
Year:
2nd Phone Number:
Grade Level:
School for Classroom Option:
It is understood that:
Objectives: The student will complete the courses listed below. All course objectives will be consistent with the
established Charter School's governing board and are consistent with Charter School standards as outlined in the
Charter School's subject/course descriptions. Assignment and Work Record Forms will include additional
descriptions of the major objectives and activities of the courses of study covered by this agreement including the
evaluation of student work and are incorporated herein. The term "course value" (CV) refers to the number of
credits (secondary education) or weeks of work (elementary education) the student will attempt.
Schedule Category Course Value:
(Courses will be listed here)
Method of Study: Specific methods of study will be designated on the Student Assignment and Work Record and
are incorporated herein. Examples of methods of study for the student will include: Independent Reading,
Textbook Activities, Problem Solving, Study Projects, Drill & Practice, Experiential Learning, Computerized
Curriculum, Web/Internet Research, Library Research Specific Resources: The school will provide appropriate
instructional materials and personnel necessary to the achievement of the objectives and must include resources
that are normally available to all students on the same terms as the terms on which they are available to all.
Assignments and specific resources will be designated on the Assignment and Work Record forms and are
incorporated herein. Method of Evaluation: Academic evaluations will be designated on the Assignment and
Work Record and are incorporated herein. Other acceptable methods of evaluation include, but are not limited to:
Teacher Made Tests, Student Conferences, Progress/Report Cards, Chapter/Unit Tests, Work Samples,
Observations, Portfolios, State Standards Testing, Learning Journals, Presentations, Quizzes, Labs, Finals.
Student Program Option: []Home Study K-12 []Independent Study K-12 []Academy Program Students are
required to report to their teacher as scheduled: Manner of Reporting: One-on-One ; Time: ________________
Day: ___________ Frequency: Once ______________________ Duration: Semester Location:
________________________________
Voluntary Statement It is understood that independent study is a continuously voluntary educational alternative
and that a classroom option is always available at the student's home district. Instruction may be provided for a
student through independent study only if the student is offered the alternative of classroom instruction.
Assignments: According to the Charter School policy for grades k through 12, the maximum length of time
allowed between when the assignment was made and the date the assignment is due is 20 school days, unless an
exception is made in accordance with the Charter School policy. After 20% missed assignments, as per board
policy, an evaluation will be made to determine whether independent study is an appropriate strategy for this
student.
Additional courses may be added to this agreement as needed if the agreement is re-signed and re-dated by the
teacher and the student.
Signatures and Dates: I have read and I understand the terms of this agreement, and agree to all provisions set
forth.
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JCS Sample Master Agreement Continued
Julian Charter School Acknowledgement of Responsibilities

Student's Agreement
I voluntarily request participation in this independent study program and have read and understand the
terms of the master agreement.
I will complete all assignments given to me during the time this agreement is in effect by the due date
stated on the face of the master agreement and as found in the Student Assignment and Work Record.
I will organize my work for the Julian Charter School Educational Facilitator (JCS EF) to see and discuss
when we have meetings.
I understand that I will be turning in work each month that the JCS EF will keep, and that the first
learning period of each semester I need to give original [work] copies from each of my subjects for the
JCS EF to keep.
Parent/Legal Guardian's Agreement I agree to the above conditions listed under "Student's Agreement". I
also understand that:
I am responsible for evaluation of daily work and will ensure that my child understands material before
continuing on to the next topic.
In the event that my child or I need help with understanding or completing an assignment, I will contact
the JCS EF.
If I become aware of special or extenuating circumstances that will prohibit my student from turning in the
assigned work by the due date, I will contact the Independent Study Teacher prior to the due date to make
alternative arrangements. I understand that it is my responsibility to provide any needed transportation for my
child's scheduled meetings at a mutually agreed upon location reflected on the face of this agreement and that lack
of transportation is not an acceptable reason for failing to meet with the Independent Study Teacher. I have the
right to appeal any decision about my child's placement in accordance with the district's policies and procedures.
Please read each statement and initial your understanding:
_______I understand that meetings dates and times should be changed only in the case of an emergency.
_______I understand that if a meeting date is postponed, interim assignments are required.
_______I understand that course assignments and monthly assignments are based on information I have provided
on the enrollment form, and that incorrect information may jeopardize my child's enrollment in the school, and
may negatively affect graduation status.
JCS Educational Facilitator's Agreement
The Independent Study Teacher will assign a body of work to be completed during the duration of the
master agreement.
The Independent Study Teacher will evaluate work in a timely manner.
I will contact the family to ensure that progress is being made in assignments.
The Independent Study Teacher will notify the student and parent/legal guardian of the academic credit
granted for work completed.
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Asst. Director (Special Education):

Asst. Director (Academies):

Academic Counselor (HS):

Asst. Director (Home Study):

Asst. Director (Academies):

Asst. Director (Technology)

Academic Counselor (AC):

Please go to www.juliancharterschool.org for a complete listing of key contacts.

To contact the Governing Board, send an e-mail to board@juliancharterschool.org.

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History of the School

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Julian Charter School Vision

Envision and explore rich teaching and learning

Educate all students to their full potential and

Empower individual paths and goals through

Foster a climate of high expectations, quality, and

Integrity and Compassion:

Model honesty, dignity, fairness, and responsibility

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What Can I Expect of the School?

Role of the Facilitator

What Should the School Expect of the Parent?

Showing, through day-to-day activities, the value placed on learning.

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Adhering, as a general rule, to a daily school routine.

Role of the JCS Parent

Following the master agreement.

What Does the School Expect of My Child?

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Home Study Program

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Renaissance Place (RP Testing) for reading and mathematics

An additional meeting may be required if work is not completed.

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Assignment Correlation with Common Core Standards

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The Master Agreement/Amending the Master Agreement

What about Physical Education?

Physical Education Requirements for JCS Students:

State-Mandated Physical Education Assessment

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Physical Education Assignments

Participate in a minimum of 20/40 minutes of physical activity on a daily basis.

Work samples for physical fitness include:

Student Behavior/Strike Reports

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(Exemplary work/work in the 90%-100% range)

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Understanding Different Types of Assessments

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Materials and Services

EMR (Educational Resource Materials)

Consumables and Non-Consumables

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Damaged, Lost or Non-Returned Materials

VCI (Vendor Course Instruction)

eClasses (via online classroom)