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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ............................................................ 1
Imagine’s Learning Communities ............................... 1
Imagine’s Guiding Principles ...................................... 1
Admission Policy ...................................................... 4
Non-discrimination ............................................. 5
Visitors to School ..................................................... 5
Commons/Food Service ............................................ 6
Student Messages .................................................... 6
Student/Parent Media Release ................................... 6
Imagine Parents ...................................................... 7
Parent Involvement .................................................. 7
Communication with the School ................................. 7
Student Learning ..................................................... 8
Academic Policies ..................................................... 9
Clubs .................................................................... 12
Grading ................................................................ 12
Report Cards ......................................................... 14
Principal’s List/Honor Roll ........................................ 14
Graduation Requirements........................................ 14
Credit for Non Imagine Prep courses ....................... 15
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Athletics and Eligibility ............................................ 15
Attendance ............................................................ 16
Student Wellness ................................................... 18
Appearance and Discipline Philosophy ....................... 20
Student Identification ............................................. 22
Dress Code ............................................................ 23
Code of Conduct .................................................... 26
Cell Phone / Portable Electronics Policy ..................... 30
Academic Honesty .................................................. 30
Computer Use ........................................................ 31
Skate Boards, Roller Blades, Bicycles &
Scooters ............................................................ 33
Searches ............................................................... 33
Dance and Party Regulations ................................... 34
Athletic/Extra-Curricular Events ............................... 34
Physically Dangerous Behavior and Illegal Acts .......... 35
Fire Drills and Emergency Procedures ....................... 35
Annual Notification to Parents Regarding Confidentiality
of Student Records .............................................. 36
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) . 38
Attendance / Withdrawal Request ............................. 39
Verification Form .................................................... 40
Parent/Student Required Forms………………………….….41-43
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INTRODUCTION
Imagine Prep empowers students to learn at the speed of
their own personal potential. Learning goals are personalized to support student success. At Imagine Prep, a
small learning environment ensures that students are well
known and that they enjoy a strong sense of family.
Learning is project-based, enabling students to demonstrate mastery of knowledge. Our standards are higher,
challenging students to achieve and succeed in
preparation for college, career, and life!
IMAGINE’S LEARNING COMMUNITIES
Imagine Schools, founded by Dennis and Eileen Bakke
in 2003, is an organization that owns and operates independent and nonprofit public charter schools. In 20142015, over 36,000 students will be educated at more
than 75 Imagine Schools in eleven states and the District
of Columbia. Our mission is to help parents and guardians educate their children by creating learning communities of achievement and hope. Imagine Schools is comprised of over 3,000 people, mostly teachers, dedicated to
the goal of restoring vision and purpose to schools and
returning parents and guardians to full participation in
their children’s education.
IMAGINE’S GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Six principles guide the behavior of every person
associated with Imagine Schools. We evaluate the performance of Imagine Schools and each affiliated school
based on these six principles.
Shared values of integrity, justice, and fun allow
every teacher, student, and parent associated with
Imagine Schools to rally around common themes,
which guide behavior and decision making.
Parent choice and satisfaction are the greatest
indicators of the success of our educational program.
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Academic growth balances excellence in reading and
mathematics with instruction in science, social studies,
and the arts, and is measured by student learning
gains and proficiency.
Positive character development in our schools is a
major priority. We strive for growth in students’
character measured by discernible positive changes in
behavior.
Economic sustainability means that every school in
the Imagine family is financially able to exist on its
own. This is the best indicator of that school’s ability
to educate children over time.
School development enhances our ability to reach more
children, more families, and more communities. As
we expand our family of schools, more opportunities
abound for Imagine students.
IMAGINE’S PURPOSE, PROMISE, PLAN,
PROCESS, and PRINCIPLES
Imagine Prep's Purpose
Imagine Prep exists to partner with families to educate
and inspire thoughtful, engaged students who graduate
well-prepared for college, career, and citizenship.
Imagine Prep's Promise
Imagine Prep empowers students to learn at the speed
of personal potential…and live up to it. Our emphasis
on diversity, high expectations, and a culture of personalization ensures that each student is well-known and fully
engaged.
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Imagine Prep’s Vision
Imagine Prep Coolidge assists each student in transitioning from challenging academics to early college initiative
to workplace competence through personalized instruction, project-based learning, and real-world experiences.
Imagine Prep and Technology Offering
Imagine Prep Coolidge is forming a partnership with
Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology (CAVIT) to
offer an alternative path where interested students would
spend part of the day at Imagine and part at CAVIT in
technology and trade based career training. This will take
place during students junior and senior years, at which a
detailed list of course offerings will be available.
Imagine Prep’s Process
Imagine Prep defines student success through
MASTERY – Math, Arts, Science, Technology,
Ethics/Economics, and Research/Real-World Applications.
Each student attains competency in every lesson in each
subject before moving ahead. Mastery is achieved by
experiencing a rigorous, college-prep curriculum,
exploring concepts, engaging in research, and making
real-world applications. Mastered concepts are
demonstrated through student-selected Exhibitions of
Learning.
Imagine Prep’s Principles
Imagine Prep’s principles are organized around three
equally important concepts.
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The “I” factor, emphasizes Individualized learning
and achievement.
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The “WOW” factor highlights Windows on the
World, which enables students to explore the world
of work.
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The “AWE” factor signifies Imagine Prep’s
integrated approach to Assessment, Workmanship,
and Exhibitions of Learning.
From these seminal ideas come multiple benefits to
our students. The “I” factor ensures that teachers and
students will know each other well. “WOW” links learning
to career choices and life pathways. “AWE” focuses on
the rigorous Imagine Prep Curriculum. Students learn
MASTERY at the speed of their own potential. The
curriculum, partnered with our technology-enriched
coursework and SmartLab™ (an applied Science lab for
project-based learning), creates a vital combination,
culminating in success for every student.
ADMISSIONS POLICY
Imagine Prep shall enroll all eligible pupils who submit a
timely application, unless the number of applications
exceeds the capacity of a program, class, grade level or
building. Imagine Preparatory shall give enrollment
preference to pupils continuing at the school and to
siblings of pupils already enrolled in the Imagine
Preparatory, using the lottery as outlined by the
governing Board of procedures.
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Applications submitted after the application deadline
for any remaining slots will be accepted on a first
come, first served basis.
Imagine Prep Coolidge shall not limit admission based
on ethnicity, national origin, gender, income level,
disabling condition, proficiency in the English language
or athletic ability.
Imagine Prep has the right to refuse admission to any
pupil who has been expelled from another educational
institution or who is in the process of being expelled
from another educational institution.
Enrollment procedures will only be considered
complete when all enrollment forms are complete and
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after the student and the parent attend an orientation
given by the principal and a Student/Parent
Accountability Acknowledgement is completed and
signed. For HS Students, official transcripts will be
required for enrollment.
Students may be placed on an academic or behavioral
contract upon enrollment. In the event that the
expectations outlined in the contract are not adhered
to, they may not be able to continue with Imagine
Schools.
NON-DISCRIMINATORY POLICY
Imagine Schools is mindful of its purpose and admits
students of any race, color, and national origin to all the
rights, privileges, programs and activities generally
accorded or made available to students at the school.
Imagine Schools does not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, and national and/or ethnic origin in
administration of its education policies, admission policies,
athletic and other school-administered programs.
Imagine Schools does not discriminate against any
applicant for employment on the basis of sex, handicap,
race, color, and national and/or ethnic origin.
VISITORS TO SCHOOL
Our mission is to educate our students first and foremost.
Having outside student visitors is distracting to the
normal operation of the classroom and pose a liability
issue. We will not take responsibility for children who are
not enrolled in our school and are left here without parent
supervision. Student or parent visitors must be
pre-arranged with school administration, and are required
to sign-in with the front office staff upon arrival. Visitors
will be required to wear identification at all times noting
their visitor status.
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COMMONS/FOOD SERVICE
The Commons is open for students before school and
during lunch. A variety of sandwiches, salads, beverages,
and other packaged goods are available. Students are
urged in every way possible to help keep the Commons
and patio area clean. Students at Imagine Prep should
take pride in their clean campus, respecting the
requirement that no food is to be consumed or leave the
commons and patio area. This includes the hallways,
classrooms, and athletic field. Imagine Prep is a closed
campus. Students may NOT leave campus during the
school day for any reason; this includes lunchtime.
STUDENT MESSAGES
To avoid unnecessary classroom disruptions, we do not
deliver messages to students except in emergencies.
The nature of all such emergencies must be established
prior to the delivery; the same holds true for phone
usage. School phones are to facilitate conduct of school
business, not personal business. Students are not
permitted to use school phones to make transportation
arrangements, etc. Student use of cell phones on campus
is allowed only before school, at lunch, and after school.
All other times during the school day are considered
instructional time and the use of cell phones is prohibited
anywhere on campus. An offense for cell phone use will
be considered a visible and/or turned on cell phone during
instructional time. See the section about cell phone policy
on page 31 for more information.
STUDENT AND PARENT MEDIA RELEASE
Imagine Prep is frequently approached with requests for
interviews and pictures by print and broadcast media
outlets. Imagine Prep reserves the right to make,
produce, reproduce, exhibit, distribute, publish, and
transmit by means of live broadcast, Web site, videotape,
photograph, and print student’s first name only, grade,
voice, picture, likeness, and actions as an individual in
connection with school activities. If you would not like
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your child’s picture to be published, please
complete the Media Attention form in the office.
IMAGINE PARENTS
For the school to be effective, it is essential that a spirit
of cooperation, trust, and support exist between the
school and the parent. It is for this reason that we ask
the family to become familiar with the philosophy,
policies, and procedures developed and enforced by
Imagine Prep.
PARENT INVOLVEMENT
Imagine Prep considers parent involvement an important
element in the development of the Imagine community.
Special organizations exist to enable parents to take an
active part in our school.
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Task Forces
School Site Council
Parent/Teacher Organization (PTO)
COMMUNICATION WITH THE SCHOOL
Parents may contact teachers, school administrators and
coaches by appointment either through school voicemail
or by email. If you do not receive a response back by the
end of the following school day, you should contact the
Principal. In resolving disputes that stem from activities
in the classroom, parents should use the following
protocol:
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Contact the teacher to discuss the matter, via
phone or email. The front office can transfer your
call to the appropriate classroom, otherwise the
teacher’s email can be found on our website,
http://imagineprepcoolidge.com.
If that does not resolve the issue…
• request a meeting with the Principal.
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STUDENT LEARNING
College Prep. Career Prep. Life Prep. Imagine Prep!
Imagine Prep is dedicated to the purpose of developing
students who are:
Academic Achievers, who
• read, write, speak, and listen effectively
• demonstrate higher order and critical thinking
skills
• solve problems creatively and analytically
• demonstrate mastery of concepts through practical
applications and exhibitions of learning
Lifelong Learners, who
• manage and direct their own learning
• pursue early college initiative and Post-secondary
education
• establish personal priorities and achievable goals
• develop an appreciation of varying world views
• link learning with career choices and life pathways
Responsible Citizens, who
• participate in service-learning projects
• practice respect of self, others, and community
• model productive citizenship
Collaborative Workers, who
• use effective leadership and interpersonal skills to
foster, develop, and maintain relationships within
diverse settings
• establish and accomplish effective goals with
others
• participate and demonstrate collaborative skills
through small group and peer partnering
opportunities
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Effective Communicators, who
• convey significant messages to others verbally, in
writing, and by the use of technology
• reflect originality, high standards, and the use of
advanced technology
• receive and interpret the messages of others in an
effective manner
• relate to others in personal and professional
settings through reflective, innovative, and
relevant application of technology and
interpersonal-based communication methods
ACADEMIC POLICIES
As a college preparatory high school, Imagine Prep is
entrusted with the responsibility of ensuring its students
are fully prepared for the rigors of a university education.
This preparation includes introducing its students to a
wide variety of materials to make certain that their
education conforms to the standards established by the
Department of Education of the State of Arizona and
aligns with the purpose of the school.
The academic program at Imagine Prep High School is
a college preparatory program with a wide range of
academic courses. For students looking for the most
challenging academic experience, there are several
Honors and Advanced Placement courses offered in
addition to partnerships and programs through Central
Arizona College and the Central Arizona Valley Institute of
Technology.
The curriculum at Imagine Prep has been developed
under the direction of the school administration and
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approved by the Regional and Group team within Arizona.
The Prep’s curriculum also conforms to Arizona State
Standards and meets the requirements for admission into
the Arizona State University program. The curriculum
offers Honors and Advanced Placement classes within a
college preparatory curriculum.
Inappropriate Behavior
Inappropriate behavior includes, but is not limited to:
• Insults or attacks of any kind against another
person.
• Use of obscene, degrading, or profane language.
• Harassment (continuously making or posting
unwelcome messages to another person) or use of
threats.
• Use of derogatory comments, including those
regarding race, age, gender, sexual orientation,
religion, ability, political persuasion, body type,
physical or mental health, or access issues.
Etiquette
• Avoid sarcasm and slang.
• Focus your responses on the questions or issues
being discussed, not on the individuals involved.
• Be constructive with your criticism, not hurtful.
• Review your messages before sending them.
Remove easily misinterpreted language and
proofread for typos.
• Respect other people's privacy and never reveal
email addresses.
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Plagiarism / Academic Honesty
The definition of plagiarism is: copying or imitating the
language, ideas, and thoughts of another writer and
passing them off as your own original work.
Specific examples of plagiarism include:
• copying or rephrasing another student's work and
passing them off as your own.
• someone else rewriting an assignment or
rephrasing any part of an assignment for you and
you pass it off as your own
• copying student aids (for example, Cliffs Notes),
critical sources, reference materials (including the
WEB), or other materials in part or in whole without proper acknowledgment
• a reproduction of student aids, such as Cliffs
Notes, Coles Notes, critical sources, or reference
materials by rephrasing ideas borrowed from them
without acknowledgment
Tips to Avoid Plagiarism
• Use quotation marks and credit the source when
you copy exact wording
• Use your own words, paraphrasing instead of
copying when possible
• Give credit for words and ideas that aren’t your
own, even if you paraphrase
Source Citation
Many courses require written work in which you will need
to cite sources. Any direct quotations from your textbook
can simply be cited as (author, page number). Any
quotations from outside sources require full citations,
including author, title, publisher, date of publication, and
page number. If you're citing information found on a Web
site, provide the complete Web page or site title, URL,
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author if known, page number if applicable, and
publication date of the site, if available. Questions
regarding proper citation and reference of sources should
first be directed to the course instructor to verify proper
formatting prior to submission of an assignment or other
work.
ACADEMICS
CLUBS
Students with special interests are encouraged to form a
club. Each club must have a staff advisor and must be
approved by the Principal. All financial activities must be
channeled through the Student Activities account.
GRADING
Symbols used and the meaning of such symbols are as
follows:
A
B
C
D
F
I
W
H
AP
CP
UL
NC
Excellent achievement
Good achievement
Satisfactory achievement
Poor, but passing achievement
Failing to meet minimum standard of achievement
Incomplete
Withdrawal
Honors
Advanced Placement
College Preparatory
University Level
No Credit Given
Incomplete
A grade of Incomplete may be given if the structure of a
course allows for such grading or when a student’s work
is not finished because of illness or other excused
absence. If the required work is not made up within six
weeks, however, the incomplete will convert to an F. For
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purposes of athletic eligibility and extracurricular activities
(such as clubs, cheerleading, etc.) an incomplete registers
as a grade of F.
Withdrawal
A withdrawal may be given under unusual circumstances.
Administrative permission is required for a student to
drop a class without penalty after the first week following
the first grade report.
University Level/Concurrent Enrollment
In the fall, spring, and summer terms, qualified high
school sophomores, juniors, and seniors may enroll in
courses at Central Arizona College. Off-campus college
coursework may be accepted for high school credit with
prior approval from the school administration. Students
must continue to maintain a full time schedule of Imagine
Preparatory classes. For credit, the student must submit
a transcript of the completed work to the office.
Arrangement for transfer of this credit is the responsibility
of the student.
Grading Scale
College Prep Classes
A
≥ 90% 4.0
B
≥ 80% 3.0
C
≥ 70% 2.0
D
≥60% 1.0
F
<60% 0.0
AP/UL Classes
A
≥ 90% 5.0
B
≥ 80% 4.0
C
≥ 65% 3.0
D
≥ 55% 2.0
F
< 55% 0.0
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Honors Classes
A
≥ 90% 4.5
B
≥ 80% 3.5
C
≥ 68% 2.5
D
≥ 58% 1.5
F
< 58% 0.0
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REPORT CARDS
Report cards are issued at the middle and the end of each
semester (four times a year). Quarterly progress reports
will be issued halfway through each quarter, with parentteacher conferences held during the 1st and 3rd quarters.
PRINCIPAL’S LIST/HONOR ROLL
Students who meet the high academic standards
described below will be eligible for recognition.
Principal’s List:
Honor Roll:
4.0 or higher GPA
3.4-3.99 GPA
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
As a college prep high school, Imagine Prep’s curriculum
currently exceeds the Arizona State Standards for
graduation and meets the recommendations of the North
Central Association Commission on Accreditation and
School Improvement (NCA CASI) and the Standards of
Arizona state colleges. For additional details, see the
school’s academic advisor.
Regulations and Procedures for High School
Graduation
A student’s program of study should be cooperatively
planned by the student and parent with assistance from
school personnel to meet the individual needs of the
student. An individualized program, Personalized
Education Plan (PEP), will be established for each
student.
To meet high school graduation requirements, all
students must complete a four year plan consisting of a
minimum of 24 units of credit during grades 9, 10, 11,
and 12. This is 2 credits higher than Arizona minimum requirements of 22. A course that meets one
semester is worth one-half (.5) unit of credit.
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Seniors in Good Standing Policy
All students will be held accountable for their behavior,
according to the standards outlined in the Code of
Conduct. Participation in the graduation ceremony is
voluntary and considered a privilege. Under this policy, a
student may qualify to earn a graduation diploma, yet, if
in breach of the Code of Conduct, may lose the privilege
of participating in the graduation ceremony.
CREDIT FOR NON-IMAGINE PREP CLASSES
Summer School Courses
Any summer school class taken to replace an Imagine
Prep High School graduation requirement must be
approved by the Principal BEFORE registering for the
class. To appear on the Imagine Prep transcript, grades
for all summer school courses must be submitted before
the first day of fall classes. If a grade for a summer
school course is submitted, this course will be added to
the student transcript and averaged into the student’s
G.P.A.
ATHLETICS/EXTRA-CURRICULARS—ELIGILIBILITY
The goals and objectives of Imagine Prep’s athletic and
extra-curricular program are to develop and maintain the
following on the part of every participant:
• Physical skills necessary in the sport or activity.
• A sense of loyalty, team play, cooperation and sportsmanship, which will have value later in life.
• Respect for the efforts, abilities and rights of others.
• The awareness of leadership responsibilities in school
and community as well as the athletic field.
• Understanding and experiencing the benefit of healthy
competition.
Requirements to Participate in Athletics
The following are required prior to a student practicing or
trying out for an athletic team:
• All athletes must be registered students at Imagine
Prep.
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Prior to participation (each year) the student must be
examined by a licensed physician and determined to
be physically fit for sports.
An Academic/Behavior Rating Sheet and/or grade
monitoring will be used to determine eligibility for the
team and for individual games. This sheet will be one
factor considered when a coach selects team
members.
$50 pay to play fee per sport, prior to first game.
After a student has become a member of a school team,
his or her eligibility will be checked on a weekly basis.
Students in danger of becoming ineligible will be given a
warning. If the student does not make significant progress toward improving the deficiency, he/she will become ineligible for a period of one week, during which
time the student may not participate in any games or
practices. Students may become ineligible for reasons
including, but not limited to, the following: The student
has a D or F in any class, the student is having behavior
problems, the student is behind on class work, homework,
projects, etc. Specific guidelines regarding student
eligibility for athletics and extra-curricular activities are
outlined in the Athletics Handbook, issued to all students
participating in extra-curricular events.
ATTENDANCE
Students and their parents are strongly discouraged from
using school days for absences other than for medical
and emergency reasons. Regular attendance at school is
essential for academic success. A student's grade may be
affected by excessive absences or tardiness. The primary
obligation for student attendance rests with the parents.
The school is aware and considerate of the fact that
situations may arise in which a student is absent for
reasons beyond his/her control. In these cases, the
school will make every effort to work with the family to
act in the best interest of the student without
compromising the academic integrity of the school.
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School attendance is an important responsibility shared
by students, parents, and the school. The goal of the
Imagine Prep attendance policy is to improve student
attendance for the underlying purpose of creating an
academic climate which strengthens learning.
It is unfortunate, but understandable, that one of the
most frequent causes of poor grades and failures in school
is poor attendance. It is for this reason that state law
mandates school attendance until the student reaches the
age of 16. Until that time, if a student does not abide by
the attendance regulations that follow, the student (as
well as his/her parents/ guardians) may be cited and held
accountable by the State of Arizona.
As per Arizona Revised Statutes 15-801 through 15803, it is unlawful for any child between six and sixteen
to fail to attend school during the hours school is in
session unless unable to attend.
The following are examples acceptable planned absences:
*School-Sponsored Activities
Students may be excused from the regular school day
for school-sponsored activities as long they are eligible.
Students who have failing grades in one or more courses
or poor attendance will not be permitted to participate in
these activities.
*College Visitation
Juniors or Seniors who wish to be excused from school for
a college visitation must bring in a written request from
a parent/guardian prior to the scheduled visit date.
Documentation from the college will be required to verify
the visit.
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Tardy for 1st Period
Students arriving to the school after the start of 1st
Period will need to be signed in by a parent/guardian at
the front office. Six unexcused tardies per class period
will result in an automatic after-school detention.
Repeated tardies will count towards student absences,
which may endanger their ability to earn credit for their
respective courses. Please make arrangements to ensure
your child attends school on time and prepared.
Tardy Policy
Students who are tardy 5 times to a class within a
semester will be given a warning that needs to be signed
by the parent. If the student is tardy 6 times they will be
receiving an afterschool detention for every tardy
thereafter until the next semester.
Early Dismissals
Any student wishing to leave school early must bring a
written note explaining the reason for the dismissal to
the office for verification. Parents/guardians must come
to the office at the time of dismissal and sign out the
student.
**Students participating in after-school or extracurricular
activities must be present at least one-half day in order to
attend practice or participate in that activity after school
or that evening.
STUDENT WELLNESS
MEDICAL CONDITIONS
If a student has any medical condition that warrants
special attention, the school office must be informed.
Medication Administration
All medications (except prescribed inhalers and Epi-pens)
will be secured in the Office and administered by
designated school personnel. Students may not carry any
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medication, or keep medicine in their vehicle or backpack.
Inhalers and /or an Epi-pen can be carried (with a
completed Parent/Physician Request for Medication
form). Students found with prescription or over-thecounter drugs will be subject to discipline.
Parents must notify the school of any medication
(over-the-counter or prescribed) to be taken by a
student. All medications supplied from home on a
temporary or long term basis must be sent to school in
the original container or it may not be administered by
any staff. If it is not in the original container the parent
or legal guardian will need to come to school and
administer the medication if absolutely necessary for the
health of the student. A Parent/ Physician Request
for Medication form must be completed by the parent
and prescribing physician and kept on file in the Office for
the duration of treatment. A new form must be
completed each school year, if necessary. All student
medications brought to school must be picked up at the
end of the school year or they will be discarded.
Student Illness
If a student states he or she is feeling ill and/or has
symptoms of illness or a communicable disease, the
school will notify the parent or other designated person
listed on the Emergency Contact/Health Information form.
Students are not allowed to make arrangements to go
home but will be released to a parent or other designated
person and signed out through the Office. It is important
for the school to be notified of any changes in emergency
contact names or phone numbers for the students’
protection. The student will wait to be picked up from
school in the Office. Authorization for the student to walk
or drive home may also be given by the parent or
designated Emergency Contact. However, designated
school personnel have the right to refuse to let the
student walk or drive if deemed necessary for the
student’s safety.
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Students shall remain at home if any of the following
symptoms are present within 24 hours of the next school
day:
• fever of 99.5 degrees F or higher
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• cough with mucous production
• eye redness with itching, pain, and or discharge
• a positive Strep test (if antibiotics have been
started for less than 24 hours)
• a diagnosis of Mononucleosis with persistent
symptoms
• any other communicable disease.
APPEARANCE AND DISCIPLINE PHILOSOPHY
Imagine Prep Coolidge offers a program that emphasizes
academic excellence and personal responsibility. In order
to successfully implement such an educational program, it
is essential that students work harmoniously with the
school in an organized and disciplined manner. The
ultimate goal is to actively work with students and their
team (parents/ guardians, faculty, and administrators) to
promote personal responsibility and respect for others as
well as maintaining a safe, orderly environment
considered necessary for the learning process. Imagine
Prep Coolidge’s appearance and discipline policies seek to
promote students’ self-discipline and growth toward
maturity and adulthood.
General Courtesy
It is expected that all students conduct themselves in a
manner consistent with the character values set forth by
the school. Students are expected to be courteous and
respectful when interacting with their peers, with the
faculty and staff, and with any member of the extended
community. Such respectful behavior is reflected in the
dress and grooming codes, and to all policies and
procedures to guide appropriate conduct. These
principles include, but are not limited to policies,
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principles, or procedures set forth in the Student/Parent
Handbook. All interpretations of these norms are made at
the discretion of the school administration and Regional
Director.
These principles include:
Parents/guardians are the first educators of their
children and as such are expected to act with
integrity, to work courteously and cooperatively with
the school to assist the student in meeting the
academic, ethical, and behavioral expectations.
Students and parents/guardians may respectfully
express concerns about the school operation and its
personnel. For academic concerns, parents/guardians
are invited to contact the appropriate teacher or
coach. However, they may not do so in a manner that
is discourteous, scandalous, rumor-driven, disruptive,
threatening, harassing, hostile, and/or divisive.
These principles are expected to be followed by students
and their parents/guardians at school and at all school
related events, programs, and activities.
As per Arizona Statute 15-507:
Abuse of teacher or school employee in school;
classification
A person who knowingly abuses a teacher or other school
employee on school grounds or while the teacher or
employee is engaged in the performance of his duties is
guilty of a class 3 misdemeanor.
Personal Responsibility
It is expected that each student develop a sense of
personal responsibility regarding compliance with school
policies and regulations. Imagine Prep maintains a record
of student disciplinary infractions.
School officials regularly review the records of all students
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during the school year. Students who accumulate a
significant number of disciplinary infractions or have been
involved in serious misconduct, may be suspended and
recommended for expulsion from Imagine Prep Coolidge.
Community Care Policy
As future leaders of tomorrow, students at Imagine Prep
Coolidge are expected to always present themselves as
respectful, responsible, ethical citizens. This includes the
times they are going to and from school or participating in
school sponsored events. Students will show respect for
the property of our school and fellow community
members by not trespassing or littering on, disturbing. or
defacing property. Students will remain safe by following
all school designed safety procedures and city traffic /
pedestrian laws including, but not limited to, the use of
crosswalks, obeying stop lights, parking in lawful areas,
and observing all traffic signs.
STUDENT IDENTIFICATION
In order to promote campus safety, and to assist
administrators and staff with accurately identifying
Imagine Prep students and non-students, all Imagine
Prep students shall be photographed at admission and
issued a student ID as part of the yearly school/class
registration process. Each student must complete this
process in order to receive his or her schedule and attend
class. Student photos will be maintained in the school
offices and used for student discipline and campus safety
purposes.
Failure to show a student identification card when asked
by a school official in the course of his/her duties may be
considered defiance and may be grounds for disciplinary
action.
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DRESS CODE REGULATIONS
It is the belief within Imagine Schools that a student’s
personal appearance has an impact on his/her attitude,
behavior, and learning process. The dress code is
designed to assist students in making decisions about
appropriate dress, personal responsibility and
self-discipline. Students are to appear neat, clean, and
well groomed at all times. The dress code is based on
modesty, neatness, cleanliness, good taste, and safety.
Studies have shown a number of positive benefits
resulting from dress codes including improved campus
morale, reduced discipline violations, increased school
pride and improved teamwork among students.
10 Steps to Imagine Prep’s Dress Code:
1. Imagine Prep enforces a "business casual" uniform
dress code for all students. This consists of black or
khaki pants (jeans/denim are not allowed), skirts,
skorts, or shorts, and the following type of shirt: High
school students must wear the black, maroon or gray
Imagine Prep monogrammed polo shirt and middle
school students must wear a plain white, dark green,
or navy blue polo shirt. Boys and girls shirts must
remain tucked at all times. Students are permitted to
wear Imagine spirit tee-shirts on Fridays, however
they must wear proper uniform pant.
2. Students must be neat and clean. Facial hair must be
natural and groomed. Hairstyles must be of a natural
color and may not be distracting. Clothing that is
excessively soiled, torn, or ragged is unacceptable.
3. All undergarments, tattoos and non-ear body piercing
must be covered at all times. Any non-ear piercings
that can not be covered must be removed during
school.
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4. Revealing clothing is not acceptable. This includes,
but is not limited to, mini-skirts, skorts and shorts.
Girls hemlines must reach the top of the knee or
lower. Modest necklines for girls are necessary on
days where the uniform shirt is not worn. (i.e.:
Athletic game days/casual dress days, etc.)
5. Students are required to wear dress pants or shorts.
Baggy and/or sagging pants or shorts are
unacceptable, as well as those that are tight-fitting.
Cargo pants or those with additional pockets are
prohibited.
6. Clothing which infers or is associated with gang
affiliation is prohibited. Gang related personalization
is not permitted on anything. Belt buckles must be
free of insignias and/or logos and black or brown in
color. Belts hanging from the pant loops, nylon skull
caps, do-rags and bandanas are prohibited as well as
any simulation of anything representing “colors.”
7. Jewelry that is overly distracting or presents a safety
hazard to self and/or others shall not be worn. The
only piercings where jewelry may be worn are the
ears. The only gauges that are permitted during
school will be the “spacer” flesh or clear colored type
that do not protrude from the ear. Watch or wallet
chains of any style are unacceptable.
8. Students must wear shoes at all times. Heels are to
be no higher than one inch. No beach style flip-flops,
house slippers, or “sliders” are allowed. Sandals with
a strap across the back of the heel are acceptable.
9. Caps or hats may not be worn inside the school
building. Hoods of sweatshirts may not be worn in the
building. Bandanas are not permitted on campus.
10. Imagine Prep outerwear with an Imagine school logo
or solid black, white, blue, or gray sweaters or
sweatshirts may be worn during the school day. No
prominent logos are allowed to be on outerwear other
than Imagine Schools logos. Solid colored sweaters or
hooded sweatshirts in navy blue, black, or gray are
permitted with administrator approval.
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11. All students are required to wear their school uniforms
while on campus, including before and after-school.
Students staying after-school for tutoring, practice, or
other extra-curricular activities must wear their school
uniform until directed to change by a coach or
coordinator (15 minutes before practice start time).
12. All students are expected to adhere to the following
standard of dress guidelines while on campus or while
attending an off campus school sponsored activity. All
final decisions regarding appropriateness of the
uniform, headwear, shoes, hair style, or appearance in
general, is left to the discretion of the administration
(Principal, Assistant Principal, Dean of Students,
Academic Advisor, etc.).
GUIDELINES AND CONSEQUENCES
All students are required to wear their school uniforms
while on campus, including before and after-school.
Students staying after-school for tutoring, practice, or
other extra-curricular activities must wear their school
uniform until directed to change by a coach or coordinator
(15 minutes before practice start time). In addition to the
above guidelines, students who are involved in extracurricular activities such as athletics, band, choir, etc. are
subject to the standards of dress as defined by the
sponsors of such activities.
All students are expected to adhere to the following
standard of dress guidelines while on campus or while
attending an off campus school sponsored activity. All
final decisions regarding appropriateness of the uniform,
headwear, shoes, hair style, or appearance in general, are
left to the discretion of the administration (Principal, Dean
of Students, Academic Advisor, etc.).
Students who violate the dress code policy will call a
parent for a change of clothing and may be assigned
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in-school detention. Repeated offenses will be considered
insubordination and grounds for suspension.
Logos on shirts may not be larger than two inches by two
inches.
Solid colored sweaters or sweatshirts that match the class
colors (high school must wear the black, gray, or maroon
and middle school plain white, navy blue, or dark green.
CODE OF CONDUCT
Behavior that is dangerous, keeps students from learning,
or prevents the teacher from teaching is not acceptable
and will not be tolerated. Observance of this behavior
code places demands on the students’ self-control. The
school reserves the right to review unsatisfactory
conduct, which may result in detention, suspension,
probation, or expulsion. Acknowledgement of and
compliance with the behavior code is expected of every
student enrolled at Imagine Prep Coolidge.
STUDENT CONDUCT
It is expected that all Imagine Prep Coolidge students will
conduct themselves responsibly and appropriately at all
times. When a student acts irresponsibly and violates
school policy during the school day or at school-related
events, substantial disruption to the learning process
occurs. For this reason, it is necessary to establish and
enforce disciplinary regulations and procedures.
The disciplinary action taken by an administrator will be
applied in a fair and consistent manner based on the
individual and surrounding circumstances. It is the goal
of the administration to take disciplinary measures in
order to correct and prevent further infractions on the
part of the student(s) involved.
GENERAL BEHAVIOR GUIDELINES
Classroom behavior will be monitored by the classroom
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teacher and the rules and regulations he/she has set forth
in his/her own classroom. When necessary, the teacher
will take progressive disciplinary action that may lead to
further disciplinary action by the administration.
Public Displays of Affection (PDA)
We recognize that genuine feelings of affection may exist
between students. However, an inordinate display of
such affection (such as kissing, hugging, holding hands,
or sitting on another student’s lap) is inappropriate on the
Imagine Prep campus. When in doubt, the parent rule
applies (i.e., would an adolescent do this in front of a
parent?)
HALLWAY BEHAVIOR
The hallways will be monitored by teachers and
administrators. During the exchange of classes, students
will use their time wisely and proceed to their next class
as quickly as possible. During class times, students must
have a pass to be in the hallway. When given a pass to
go to the restroom, students must use the restrooms
closest to their class.
COMMONS BEHAVIOR
The behavior in commons (school food service area) will
be monitored during lunch by the teachers and
paraprofessionals designated as Commons Supervisors.
1. All students must report to the Commons on time
during assigned lunch periods and may not
leave without permission from the supervisor.
2. It is important for students to give proper
consideration to their teachers. For this reason,
teachers may obtain their lunches at the head of
the line. Students who are buying their lunch are
to cooperatively stand in line. Lunch line cutting
or other disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.
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3. Students are responsible for the cleanliness of
the area in which they eat and for returning all
materials used to the proper location before the
end of the lunch period. Throwing food will not be
tolerated.
4. Students may sit where they choose unless it is
necessary to assign seats for disciplinary purposes.
The Commons supervisor or administrator may
assign students seats on an as needed basis.
5. Food and drinks may not be taken out of the
Commons. Except for water, eating and/or
drinking as well as chewing gum is not allowed in
classrooms, Core labs, or SmartLabs™.
Disorderly Conduct
The following are some examples of disorderly conduct
which may result in disciplinary action. These are
examples, and other conducts considered disorderly are
at the discretion of administration and school staff.
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Showing disrespect toward staff members or peers
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Verbally assaulting school personnel in a manner
that is abusive or contains profane and/or vulgar
language or gestures
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Violating the Community Care Policy
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Plagiarism or academic dishonesty
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Insubordination
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Leaving campus without permission
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Making loud or excessive noise so as to actively
participate in a school disruption such as may
occur in the Commons/Patio, gymnasium, a school
bus, or any area where a portion of the student
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body is assembled
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Causing a disruption by using vulgarities,
profanities, or obscene gestures
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Participating in unacceptable public displays of
affection
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Riding a skateboard, roller blades, roller shoes,
bicycle, or scooter on campus
School Consequences
All consequences will be assigned by administration. If a
student is assigned an after school detention (ASD) the
parent will be given notice the day prior to serving the
ASD. If a student fails to attend ASD they will be given
an additional ASD on top of the one that was missed.
Failure to attend ASD two plus times will result in a
Saturday school. If a student fails to attend Saturday
school they will be subject to suspension.
Student Possessions/Property
All student possessions and valuables should be secured
on the student’s person. Imagine Prep is not responsible
for any missing student items.
Students are not permitted to have the following
possessions on school property:
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Weapons of any kind are not permitted on school
property, on the person, or in vehicles.
Tobacco products in any form, are not permitted
on school property, on the person or in vehicles.
Alcohol products in any form, are not permitted
on school property, on the person or in vehicles.
Controlled substances in any form, are not
permitted on school property, on the person or in
vehicles.
Cell Phones and Other Electronics Policy
Cell Phones and other electronic devices including, but not
limited to, mp3 players (iPods, etc.), cd players, portable
video games, headphones, recording devices, laser
pointers, cameras, and any other electronic device not
approved for educational purposes must be put away at
the start of the school day and remain unseen until the
end of the school day. Cell phones and other electronic
devices will be confiscated if they are visible and/or being
used during the school day. The first time, and all
subsequent times, an item is confiscated a parent or
guardian must pick it up in the front office. No exceptions.
ACADEMIC HONESTY
Imagine Prep is committed to encouraging students to
experience the joy of accomplishment in school and in
their personal lives, to discover their full potential, to
value an atmosphere of trust and respect, to assume
responsibility for their own ethical behavior, and to foster
ethical behavior in others. Therefore, academic honesty
is paramount.
Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, the
following:
• Claiming credit for work that is not one’s own
(copying homework, copying test answers, etc.)
• Allowing others to claim credit for the work
(allowing others to view your homework or
assignments, etc.)
• Using notes or other unauthorized material during
a test
• Being involved in unauthorized communication
during a test or other assessment
• Plagiarism: the copying of published works without
proper source attribution (including the downloading of computer files) either directly or with only
minor editing
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Deceptive submission of work for one class that
had already been accepted for credit, in its present
form, in another class
• Submitting work substantially done by someone
else (parent, tutor, sibling, etc.)
• Unauthorized use of translation program
• Forgery
COMPUTER USE
Students are responsible for following guidelines about
school computer networks. Communications on the
network are often public in nature. General school rules
for behavior and communications apply. The network is
provided for students to conduct research and
communicate with others. Access to network services is
given to students who agree to act in a considerate and
responsible manner. Access is a privilege, not a right.
Access entails responsibility; individual users of the
computer networks are responsible for their behavior and
communications over these networks. It is required that
computer users will comply with school standards as
identified in Internet / Network user agreements.
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Students should have no expectation of personal privacy
in any matters stored in, created, received, or sent over
the school computer networks, computers, e-mail system,
the intranet, internet or any other school equipment
(“I.T.”). These may be reviewed by the school at any
time, with or without notice, with or without cause and
without the permission of any student or parent/guardian.
The school reserves the right to monitor access, retrieve,
download, copy, listen to, or delete anything stored in,
created, received, or sent over school computer networks,
computers, e-mail system, or any other school
equipment, without notice and without the permission of
any user.
Students are prohibited from using I.T. for any
unauthorized or unlawful purpose. Using I.T. to send,
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save, view, forward, or create harassing or offensive
content or messages is strictly prohibited. Offensive
material includes, but is not limited to pornographic,
obscene, or sexually explicit material, sexual comments,
jokes, or images that would violate the school policies.
The school policies against harassment and discrimination
apply to the use of I.T.
Students must respect all copyrights and licenses to
software and other online information, and may not
upload, download, or copy software or other material
through I.T. without the prior written authorization of
the principal.
The following are some of the actions that are not
permitted, and violations may result in a loss of access as
well as other disciplinary or legal action, including
expulsion.
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Any attempt to guess passwords, break into other
accounts, or gain unauthorized access to
administrator accounts
Sending or displaying offensive messages or
pictures
Using obscene language
Harassing, insulting, or attacking others
Damaging computers, computer systems, or
computer networks
Violating copyright laws
Using another’s password
Trespassing in another’s folders, work, or files
Intentionally wasting limited resources
Beyond the clarification of these standards, Imagine Prep
Coolidge does its best to protect our students from
improper Web sites; however, this is not always possible.
Imagine Prep Coolidge is not responsible for restricting,
monitoring, or controlling the communications of
individuals utilizing the network. We encourage parents
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/guardians to discuss proper internet usage with their
children.
SKATEBOARDS, ROLLER BLADES, ROLLER SHOES,
BICYCLES & SCOOTERS
Skateboards, rollerblades, bicycles, and scooters may be
used as a means of transportation to and from school.
They may not be used to and from class or in the
corridors or the paths or sidewalks on campus. Bicycles,
skateboards, and scooters are to be walked once on
campus. Bicycles and skateboards must be placed and
locked in the rack provided. Imagine Prep Coolidge takes
no responsibility for personal items brought to school by
students.
SEARCHES
School administration need not obtain a warrant before
searching a student who is under their authority. Under
ordinary circumstances, a search of a student by a
teacher or other school official will be justified at its
inception when there are reasonable grounds for
suspecting that the search will turn up evidence that the
student has violated or is violating either the law or the
rules and policies of the school. Such a search will be
permissible in its scope when the measures adopted are
reasonably related to the objectives of the search and not
excessively intrusive in light of the age and gender of the
student and the nature of the infraction.
The administration has the right to search and seize
property, including school property temporarily assigned
to students, when there is reason to believe that some
material or matter detrimental to health, safety, and
welfare of the student(s) exists. This would include
personal property such as backpacks, book bags, clothing,
electronic devices, or other items carried by the students.
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DANCE AND PARTY REGULATIONS
• Any student not attending school for at least four
credited classes will not be permitted to attend a
dance or activity without administrative approval.
• Activity sponsor(s) and teachers will act as
chaperones at each school dance or party.
• The Code of Conduct will be strictly enforced,
especially those provisions dealing with tobacco,
alcohol, and drugs.
• Student behavior is expected to meet the Code of
Conduct at all times. Misconduct will be handled
accordingly.
• Once students leave the dance or party, they are
not permitted to re-enter.
• Students leaving prior to the end of the dance or
party are required to sign out by signing their
name and time on a sign-out sheet.
• Loitering on school property prior, during, or after
a dance or party is not permitted.
• High School dances are open ONLY to Imagine
Prep students in grades 9, 10, 11 and 12. Unless
stated otherwise, students from other schools,
Imagine Middle School, recent graduates, or other
Imagine students are NOT permitted into the
dance.
• Students requesting to bring an outside guest
must follow the protocol outlined by supervising
teacher/coordinator for the dance including but not
limited to completing permission agreement with
the student’s parent(s)/guardian as well as school
principal.
ATHLETIC/EXTRA-CURRICULAR EVENTS
All Imagine Prep students are expected to represent their
school appropriately and with pride at all times, including
extracurricular events. The school administrators,
following the disciplinary guidelines set forth in this
handbook, will handle any problems reported about
inappropriate student behavior at such events.
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PHYSICALLY DANGEROUS BEHAVIOR AND ILLEGAL
ACTS
The following are some examples of physically dangerous
behavior:
• fighting
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assault
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verbal assault
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physical intimidation
The following are some examples of illegal acts:
• theft
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vandalism
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possession of alcohol, drugs, controlled
substances, or a dangerous item or weapon
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sexual harassment or abuse
Sexual harassment
Sexual harassment for the purpose of this handbook shall
include, but not be limited to, comments about another’s
body, sexual jokes, personally intrusive conversations,
obscene gestures, inappropriate and unwelcome
touching, lifting up skirts or pulling at clothing, whistling
or cat calling, pressing for dates or sexual activity,
cornering or blocking another person’s passage, obscene
graffiti, displays of pornographic pictures, offensive,
sex-related objects, and sexual gossip about another
person. These actions are not tolerated and will result in
disciplinary action up to and including detention,
suspension, or possible expulsion.
FIRE DRILLS AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Staff members at Imagine Prep receive training to provide
for the safety of students, staff and visitors during times
of emergency. Emergency preparedness includes fire and
lockdown drills which happen at regular times during the
school year.
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In the event of a false alarm or planned drill, all staff,
students, and visitors are required to complete an orderly
and safe evacuation of the classrooms and building. Staff
and students will meet in pre-assigned areas, and will
remain there until all persons are accounted for and
instructed to return to the building or move to a safer
area.
Failure to follow emergency procedures, or the willful
attempt to compromise emergency preparedness at
Imagine Prep, is grounds for severe consequences,
including possible expulsion.
In the case of a major emergency (such as a police
required school lockdown or fire), parents/guardians
and families may receive a phone call from an automated
telephone message system to alert them of pertinent
information. During such an emergency, the Imagine
Prep staff will be focused on ensuring all students are
safe and accounted for at all times.
Students and parents/guardians are asked to do their
part by not having a student leave the premises without
signing proper releases. Do not enter the campus when
we are experiencing or practicing for a fire or lockdown.
ANNUAL NOTIFICATION TO PARENTS REGARDING
CONFIDENTIALITY OF STUDENT EDUCATION
RECORDS
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
(FERPA) is a Federal law that protects the privacy of
student education records. FERPA gives parents certain
rights with respect to their children's education records.
These rights transfer to the student when he or she
reaches the age of 18 or attends a school beyond the
high school level. Students to whom the rights have
transferred are "eligible students”.
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Parents or eligible students have the right to inspect and
review the student's education records maintained by the
school within 45 days of a request made to the school
administrator. Schools are not required to provide copies
of records unless it is impossible for parents or eligible
students to review the records without copies. Schools
may charge a fee for copies.
Parents or eligible students have the right to request in
writing that a school correct records that they believe to
be inaccurate or misleading. If the school decides not to
amend the record, the parent or eligible student then has
the right to a formal hearing. After the hearing, if the
school still decides not to amend the record, the parent
or eligible student has the right to place a statement
with the record setting forth his or her view about the
contested information.
Generally, schools must have written permission from
the parent or eligible student in order to release any
information from a student's education record.
However, FERPA allows schools to disclose those records,
without consent, to the following parties or under the
following conditions:
1. School officials with legitimate educational interest
A school official is a person employed or contracted by
the school to serve as an administrator, supervisor,
teacher, or support staff member (including health
staff, law enforcement personnel, attorney, auditor,
or other similar roles); a person serving on the school
board; or a parent or student serving on an official
committee or assisting another school official in
performing his or her tasks.
A legitimate educational interest means the review
of records is necessary to fulfill a professional
responsibility for the school.
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2. Other schools to which a student is seeking to enroll.
3. Specified officials for audit or evaluation purposes;
4. Appropriate parties in connection with financial aid
to a student.
5. Organizations conducting certain studies for or on
behalf of the school.
6. Accrediting organizations.
7. To comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued
subpoena.
8. Appropriate officials in cases of health and safety
emergencies.
9. State and local authorities, within a juvenile justice
system, pursuant to specific State law.
Schools may disclose, without consent, "directory"
information such as a student's name, address, telephone
number, date and place of birth, honors and awards,
sports participation (including height and weight of
athletes) and dates of attendance unless notified by the
parents or eligible student that the school is not to
disclose the information without consent.
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
(IDEA) is a federal law that protects the rights of
students with disabilities. In addition to standard school
records, for children with disabilities education records
could include evaluation and testing materials, medical
and health information, Individualized Education
Programs and related notices and consents, progress
reports, materials related to disciplinary actions, and
mediation agreements. Such information is gathered
from a number of sources, including the student's parents
and staff of the school of attendance. Also, with parental
permission, information may be gathered from additional
pertinent sources, such as doctors and other health care
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An initial, comprehensive evaluation of a child
being considered for special education will be
completed, at no cost to the parents /guardians,
as soon as possible, but time may not exceed 60
calendar days from receipt of informed written
parents/guardians consent.
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In the case of a student who is identified with a
special education need, a reevaluation of that need
is conducted every 3 years, or more frequently if
requested by the student’s parents/guardians or
teacher. The re-evaluation process need not
include formal assessments.
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Some students who are not eligible for special
education services may be eligible for support
under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of
1973. If eligible, District staff and the parents/
guardians may develop a written plan to
assist the student.
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Imagine Prep personnel will also assist parents/
guardians who seek services for their pre-high
school age children who might qualify for special
education services.
ATTENDANCE
WITHDRAWING FROM SCHOOL
If, for any reason, a student is withdrawing from Imagine
Prep to attend another school, the student must pick up a
withdrawal form from the office, to be signed by the
parents/guardians. All books and other property must be
returned and all fees must be paid. At this time, students
will receive their exit grades and transcripts.
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2012-2013
Verification Form
Dear Parent/Guardian,
It is very important that you and your student review this handbook
thoroughly so you understand the beliefs, guidelines and policies of
Imagine Prep. Please sign this page acknowledging that you and
your student have read this handbook. Please tear out this page
and have your student return it, signed, to his/her first period
teacher or to the front office. (Note: The back of this sheet contains a signature form for those taking the SmartLab™ elective).
We are looking forward to another outstanding year of exciting
learning, exploration and fun. If you have any questions please call
us.
Sincerely,
The Staff at Imagine Prep Coolidge
I verify that I have read this handbook and understand and will
abide by the policies set forth within.
______________________________ _______________
Student Signature
Date
______________________________ _______________
Parent Signature
Date
SEARCHES:
School administration need not obtain a warrant before searching a student
who is under their authority. Under ordinary circumstances, a search of a
student by a teacher or other school official will be justified at its inception
when there are reasonable grounds for suspecting that the search will turn
up evidence that the student has violated or is violating either the law or the
rules and policies of the school. Such a search will be permissible in its
scope when the measures adopted are reasonably related to the objectives
of the search and not excessively intrusive in light of the age and gender of
the student and the nature of the infraction.
I verify that I have read, understand and agree to the terms in the
information under Searches:
______________________________ _______________
Student Signature
Date
______________________________ _______________
Parent Signature
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Date
SmartLab™ Acknowledgement Form
For SmartLab participants only.
(Semester 1 or 2, Junior High and High School)
Dear Parent/Guardian,
The SmartLab™ is an excellent learning environment where
students can build a solid foundation in science, technology,
engineering, and mathematics through applied, projectbased learning in a technology-rich classroom. It is also an
environment that has consumables associated with it, and
sensitive equipment that can be damaged by malicious acts.
You will also be responsible for the cost of any equipment
that is damaged or destroyed by your child through malicious
acts. Please sign this page acknowledging that you and your
student have read this SmartLab™ Acknowledgement
Form. Please tear out this page and have your student
return it, signed, to his/her first period teacher or to the
front office.
If you have any questions, please call us.
Sincerely,
The Staff at Imagine Prep—Coolidge
I verify that I have read, understood and agree to he terms
of this SmartLab™ Acknowledgement Form.
______________________________ _______________
Student Signature
Date
______________________________ _______________
Parent Signature
Date
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Imagine Schools—Internet Use Agreement
As the parent or guardian of this student, I understand
that Internet access at Imagine Schools is designed to be
curriculum driven and for educational purposes only.
Precautions have been taken to eliminate access to
inappropriate sites and controversial materials, however,
I also recognize it is impossible to restrict all controversial
materials and I will not hold the school or teacher
responsible for materials acquired on the network.
I hereby give permission to allow access to the Internet
for my child. I may withdraw my permission at any time
and the student’s access will be denied immediately. Any
Imagine Schools staff member may also cancel your
student’s access at any time for any reason.
This permission will remain active in the student’s school
file unless the parent requests withdrawal of access
privileges.
Parent(s) or Guardian(s) Name (Please Print):
______________________________________
Signature(s):
______________________________________
Date:
_____/_____/_____
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Imagine Schools—Internet Use Agreement
As a student, I agree to abide by the rules set by
Imagine Schools for the use of the Internet. I
understand that permission to use the Internet may
be withdrawn at any time by my parents or any staff
member for any reason.
This permission will remain active in the student’s
school file unless the parent requests withdrawal of
access privileges.
Student Name (Please Print):
______________________________________
Signature:
______________________________________
Date: _____/_____/_____
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GO EAGLES!!!
COLLEGE,
CAREER,
AND LIFE!