Central Dauphin School District
CENTRAL DAUPHIN SCHOOL DISTRICT
600 Rutherford Road, Harrisburg, PA 17109
Telephone: (717) 545-4703
Fax: (717) 214-5460
Central Dauphin School District-Online Academy (CDSD-ONLINE ACADEMY)
Overview; The Central Dauphin School District strives to provide premier educational opportunities for all students. In addition to traditional course offerings, the Central Dauphin School District is proud to offer online learning to our elementary, middle, and high school students. Students and families will have an opportunity to discuss optimal online learning options and explore these opportunities both within and outside of the ‘typical’ school day.
Key Objectives
• Address additional needs of students by increasing available options for learning content.
• Increase available options to meet various learning modalities.
• Enhance relevance by connecting learning to real-world applications.
Student Eligibility
• Types of students who are likely to benefit from online courses.
o Self motivated students skilled in time management
o College-bound students in need of advanced or specialized coursework
o Gifted or advanced students who want expanded educational offerings
o Students who may not otherwise have a particular course offering available
o Students with scheduling conflicts
o Credit deficient students needing specific courses in order to graduate
o Students wanting to improve their skills in specific subject areas
Student Readiness
Students choosing to participate in online courses should first examine their personal skills and aptitudes for taking a class online. The following attributes will greatly contribute to a student's success:
• Self-motivation - Students who can direct their own learning environment, fulfill course requirements, and achieve individual academic success.
• Independent learner - The online environment enables students to learn at their own pace -- traditional, extended, or accelerated. While students will be completing work at their own pace, each course is designed to be completed within a semester/marking period and each student is expected to complete their coursework within that defined time frame.
• Computer literate - Although it is not necessary to have advanced computer skills, students should possess a working knowledge of email, the Internet, and basic keyboarding skills, and Microsoft Office suite.
• Time management - The key to learning is to commit the time to learn.
• Effective written communication skills - Students must use electronic email to communicate with their peers as well as the instructors. The ability to write clearly in order to communicate ideas and assignments is very important to student success as well as a means to inform instructors of any concerns or problems.
• Personal commitment - Students must have a strong desire to learn and achieve knowledge and skills via online courses. Making a commitment to learn in this manner is a very personal decision and requires a strong commitment to participate in order to achieve academic success.
Responsibilities
I. Student Responsibilities
a. Fill out the “Am I a Good Candidate for an Online Learning Course” questionnaire and meet with your school counselor.
b. Register for the course.
c. Find out who the Mentor is and how to contact him or her.
d. Log in and take any diagnostic test.
e. Log in and complete the lessons at least as often as stated in my pacing agreement.
f. Contact my Mentor with any questions or problems while taking the course.
g. Contact my Mentor when ready for proctored exam(s), if required by district policy.
II. Parent Responsibilities: Parents of students using online learning have a unique opportunity and responsibility to participate in the education of their children. Parents are expected to:
a. Directly supervise my child’s education at home
b. Provide a physical environment conducive to my child’s educational needs
c. Talk with my student about taking an online course and help him or her fill out the “Am I a Good Candidate for an Online Learning Course” questionnaire.
d. Get the information needed to log in to monitor my student’s progress.
e. Find out the name and contact information for my student’s Mentor.
f. Log in at least weekly to monitor my student’s progress.
g. Assist my student in complying with all rules, policies, and procedures of the school
h. Assist my student in the submission of all forms, applications, and documents to the school in a timely manner.
i. Instruct my student on the correct procedure for logging in to record daily attendance.
j. Monitor my student’s computer use to assure that computer equipment and software are used for educational purposes and in accordance with school policy
k. Work with my student and his/her Mentor to ensure successful completion of the curriculum within the allowable timeframe
l. Assure that all work submitted by my student was completed solely by that student
III. Academic Support
a. Each online course contains content and assignments that are aligned with Pennsylvania’s content standards or other nationally accepted content standards. They are written by highly qualified teachers and have been through a rigorous multi-step review process.
b. Each lesson of each online course contains multiple methods for students to learn the material that accommodate different learning styles. Additionally, each online course has an online textbook that was written specifically to accomplish the lesson objectives. Furthermore, each lesson has an assessment in order to gauge the student’s understanding of the lesson objectives. Note, however, that Advanced Placement courses may not have all of these features as these courses are being acquired from a third party vendor.
c. Each student will have an online teacher that will monitor the student’s progress and, if necessary, create interventions to help the student master the lesson objectives.
d. Each student will be able to seek assistance from an online, on-demand tutor. This tutor, available from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on weekdays, is a highly qualified teacher who can provide additional assistance to aid the student’s learning
e. Each student will have a Mentor appointed by the local school district to help monitor the student’s progress, and help coordinate assistance, if necessary.
f. System Maintenance
i. All system maintenance will be conducted weekly on Friday’s beginning at 9:00 PM EST. All support issues surrounding hardware, software and internet will follow the following guidelines:
ii. Students will report all issues to their Mentor, and if directed to their district’s tech department. In the body of the email please provide enough details to address the issue, and attach any screen shot you feel necessary.
IV. Acceptable Use Policy (CDSD Policy 815 – See attached)
a. Each student will have an online teacher that will monitor the student’s progress and, if necessary, create interventions to help the student master the lesson objectives.
b. The school's information technology resources, including email and Internet access, are provided for educational purposes. Adherence to the Central Dauphin School District’s Acceptable Use policy is required both in a traditional setting within the school day and when completing any online coursework outside of the school day. Certain highlights from that policy are:
i. Respect and protect the privacy of others.
ii. Use only assigned accounts.
iii. Not view, use, or copy passwords, data, or networks to which they are not authorized.
iv. Not distribute private information about others or themselves.
v. Respect and protect the integrity, availability, and security of all electronic resources.
vi. Observe all network security practices, as posted.
vii. Report security risks or violations to a Mentor, teacher or network administrator.
viii. Not destroy or damage data, networks, or other resources that do not belong to them, without clear permission of the owner.
ix. Respect and protect the intellectual property of others.
x. Not infringe on copyrights (no making illegal copies of music, games, or movies).
xi. Communicate only in ways that are kind and respectful.
xii. Report threatening or discomforting materials to a teacher or Mentor.
xiii. Not intentionally access, transmit, copy, or create material that violates the school's code of conduct (such as messages that are pornographic, threatening, rude, discriminatory, or meant to harass).
xiv. Not intentionally access, transmit, copy, or create material that is illegal (such as obscenity, stolen materials, or illegal copies of copyrighted works).
xv. Not use the resources to further other acts that are criminal or violate the school's code of conduct.
xvi. Not send spam, chain letters, or other mass unsolicited mailings.
xvii. Not buy, sell, advertise, or otherwise conduct business unless approved as a school project.
xviii. Not plagiarize.
c. Consequences for Violation
i. Violations of these rules may result in disciplinary action, including the loss of a student's privileges to use the school's information technology resources.
ii. Violators may be ineligible to receive credit for online courses and may be prohibited from taking online courses in the future.
d. Supervision and Monitoring
i. School and network administrators and their authorized employees monitor the use of information technology resources to help ensure that uses are secure and in conformity with this policy. Administrators reserve the right to examine, use, and disclose any data found on the school's information networks, which includes personal computers, in order to further the health, safety, discipline, or security of any student or other person, or to protect property. They may also use this information in disciplinary actions, and will furnish evidence of inappropriate activity to law enforcement.
ii. Parents must monitor their student’s compliance with these standards. Students who violate these standards may face disciplinary measures, and/or legal action.
Central Dauphin School District-Online Academy (CDSD-ONLINE ACADEMY)
FAQ – CDSD Online Academy
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• How was creation of the CDSD Online Academy initiated? – The CDSD partnered with the Capital Area Intermediate Unit’s CAOLA (Capitol Area Online Learning Association) since 2010 to develop an online education option for students who want or need something different from traditional high schools but desire to sustain their affiliation with the Central Dauphin School District.
• Which grade levels are involved with the CDSD Online Academy? – We are offering online courses to students in grades K-12.
• If a student is involved with the CDSD Online Academy can s/he participate in extracurricular activities? – YES. A student must contact the brick and mortar school guidance counselor and/or school principal (i.e. CD High School) for additional information/scheduling/opportunities. The brick and mortar school personnel/officials are the ones to make this decision/scheduling opportunities.
• Will students enrolled in the CDSD Online Academy receive a Central Dauphin School District diploma upon completion of graduation requirements? – YES. Students who successfully complete all graduation requirements in accordance to the Central Dauphin School District will receive a CDSD diploma. What a student needs to graduate with must be communicated to the student/parent from the brick and mortar guidance counselor/principal.
• How does a student get started with the CDSD Online Academy? – A student must be registered with CDSD and submitted a completed application to the online principal. A newly enrolling student can receive an application at the time of registration or on the district website (). An existing CDSD student can go to his/her guidance counselor for an application. A student who is homeschooled may enroll in the CDSD Online Academy; maintaining the flexibility of homeschooling with the support of CDSD resources. A student who is currently enrolled at one of the high schools can take select courses with the CDSD Online Academy, enrolling through the traditional course selection process. A completed application must be turned in to the CDSD Online Academy Principal no later than 3 weeks after the start of any given marking period. Any application received after 3 weeks from the start of a marking period, if accepted into the CDSD Online Academy will wait to begin working in the online program until the start of the subsequent marking period. As the student waits, s/he must remain at his/her current educational placement.
• Who will participate in the CDSD Online Academy? – The CDSD Online Academy is open to general education, alternative education, expelled, special education, homebound, and homeschooled students that meet the criteria for admission as stated in this application. Students must be registered with the Central Dauphin School District. If your child is not registered with the district, please call to schedule an appointment at 545-4703 x 222 or x 257.
• What about a computer and equipment? - To be successful in the CDSD Online Academy, you must have a computer with high speed internet access and a printer. If you do not have these items, you may be able to borrow them from the school district. In order to be eligible for a borrowed computer and equipment, you must have a required amount of courses per your brick and mortar guidance counselor. Those families borrowing a computer from the CDSD are completely responsible (including financially) for the computer and equipment. The items must be returned in the condition when they were received.
• Will students be provided with the equipment needed to participate in the CDSD Online Academy? – When CDSD Online Academy students have the potential to borrow a laptop with required software, router, flashdrive, mouse, headset, and an all-in-one printer and receive a maximum of $40 per month a house hold for internet reimbursement through the CAIU (not $40 per student if multiple students in the same residence). A bill from the parent/guardian must be submitted as proof of legitimacy and price paid by the house hold. When accepted into the CDSD Online Academy, you will be asked what items you already have and need to borrow. For example, if you have a printer at your home and you do not need to borrow one, please let us know so we do not obtain one for you. Technical support will be provided for the CAIU equipment only. Any parent/guardian who accepts the equipment will be financially responsible if anything were to break due to mishandling/mistreatment of the equipment. Upon request by CDSD, the parent/guardian must return the items within five (5) business days. Following three attempts to retrieve loaned items; the police will be notified and charges of theft will be filed against the parent/guardian. In addition, if items are not returned or replacement/repairs are not paid for an obligation will be placed on the student’s record. This obligation will remain there until the items are returned or the monetary amount is paid in full. When an obligation is placed on a student’s file student records will not be released (i.e. transcripts).
• How do students qualify for admission into the CDSD Online Academy? - The student must be a resident of the school district. The following criteria are used to determine if a student may qualify for enrollment into the CDSD Online Academy:
▪ A student must have an overall GPA of 70% or greater (Middle and High School).
▪ A student must have acceptable attendance, meaning no letters/notices were provided at any time within the past two (2) school years for court due to excessive absences. District Policy 204 will be followed by those students registered with the district and following the district calendar as specified above.
o A student entering the CDSD Online Academy who is enrolled in Alternative Education (FOCUS) and/or Summer School (programs housed/hosted/supervised by the school district on school property) must maintain appropriate school behaviors. The Student Code of Conduct will be followed for any infractions.
o There must not be any school debt owed to the district prior to completion of the application. All school debt must be paid before potential acceptance into the program.
o Elementary School Principals provides input for acceptance of K-5th graders. Middle School Principals provides input for acceptance of 6th-8th graders. High School Principal (CD High and East High School) provides input for acceptance of 9th-12th graders.
• When will a student be denied enrollment? - A student will be denied enrollment into CDSD Online Academy if:
o The student’s GPA is between a 0%-59% before enrollment
o Poor attendance before enrollment (0% to 69% attendance rate)
o Inappropriate and/or disrespectful behavior during enrollment when coursework takes place on school property, which includes the location at the New Love in Christ Church.
o There is an outstanding school debt before enrollment
o Elementary School Principals provides input for acceptance of K-5th graders. Middle School Principals provides input for denial of 6th-8th graders. High School Principal (CD High and East High School) provides input for denial of 9th-12th graders.
• Can a student be removed from the CDSD Online Academy? – YES. A student will be removed from the CDSD Online Academy if:
o Poor attendance during enrollment – in accordance to the district Attendance Policy
o Inappropriate and/or disrespectful behavior during enrollment at the Alternative Ed placement.
o Input from Elementary School Principals provides input for removal of K-5th graders. Input from Middle School Principals of 6th-8th graders. Input from High School Principal (CD High and East High School) of 9th-12th graders.
• What are the obligations of a CDSD Online Academy student? – A online student must adhere to the district calendar and marking period deadlines. For attendance purposes the student must complete a minimum required amount of work each school week (reference the school calendar). A student is notified of what minimum work requirement at the start of the program following enrollment. Work completed on weekends, holidays, and school cancelations (i.e. snow days) do not count towards attendance. Educational Trip forms may be submitted in accordance with School Board Policy. Seniors must complete a Senior Project. The high schools will assign a Senior Advisor for this. The student and Senior Advisor must remain in communication during the school year. Senior Project deadlines must be met. Students must complete all courses assigned to them by the brick and mortar school principal and/or guidance counselor.
• What if I fail a class? - The online courses are not easy. Students need to take their time to be successful. If you fail a class and need to repeat the identical course (i.e. credit recovery), the student and parent will be financially responsible for the repeated class.
• Can students complete courses on a part time basis? – YES. A student may participate on a part time basis but s/he will not be provided a computer from the CAIU. The school calendar (i.e. end of marking period deadlines) must be followed. The course can be taken during a study hall, built into the school schedule, or be completed at the home of the enrolled student. Course offerings will vary; high school guidance counselors may be contacted for a list of course offerings.
• Will students be charged a fee to enroll/courses? –At this time, SAT Preparation and Key Stone Exam Prep courses will be offered to students for a nominal fee. Repeating a failed class will cost the student and parent money to take any available course. There are situations when students will be charged per course. For example, students who exceed 6 courses per marking period will need to pay for additional courses to meet graduation requirements.
• Who will be teaching the online courses? – For the 2012-2013 school year, Edison Learning, the company who created the courses and learning environment, will provide Graders for courses of those students in grades 7-12. For grades K-6, courses will be through Accelerated Education. CDSD will provide all students with a “Mentor” to help monitor grades, attendance and offer support to the students as needed. The Mentor will also maintain regular communication with the home school principal and guidance counselor, parent/guardian and CDSD Online Academy principal.
o Grades 7-12 - Edison Learning -
o Grades 7-12 (Electives only) – Accelerated Education -
o Grades K-6 – Accelerated Education -
• How are credits earned in the CDSD Online Academy? CDSD Online Academy includes quarter, semester and full year courses. Each 1 credit (full year) course contains four parts (grades 7-12). Each part contains three units (grades 7-12). Each unit contains approximately fifteen lessons (grades 7-12). Students are expected to complete one lesson in each course per school day. Following this schedule, each course part will require completion of at least 45 lessons/exams/quizzes to fulfill a marking period. For additional information please contact the brick and mortar school guidance counselor and/or the CDSD Online Academy Principal.
• How will students access text books for online courses? –The text books for courses are available online. Some courses do require a hard copy of a text book. Full time students will have books mailed directly to your home through the online company. The CDSD does provide a book for loan for most courses for non-full time students. Other books may be available at your local library. Hard copies of the online text books are available for purchase by the parent/guardian at the parent/guardian’s expense. This is not a reimbursable expense from the Central Dauphin School District. The district and IU books are to be returned at the end of each school year. You are responsible to request and pick up the book from the online principal.
|Course Title |Book |Author |
|American Lit Part 2 |Hiroshima |John Hersey |
|American Lit Part 3 |Death of a Salesman |Arthur Miller |
|American Lit Part 4 |Game |Donald Barthelme |
|American Lit Part 4 |The Glass Menagerie |Tennessee Williams |
|American Lit Part 4 |To Kill a Mockingbird |Harper Lee |
|British Lit Part 1 |The Kiss (Contained in the Oxford Book of English Short Stories) |Angela Carter |
|British Lit Part 3 |The Lord of the Flies |William Golding |
|British Lit Part 4 |Brick Lane |Monica Ali |
|British Lit Part 4 |Some Talk of Alexander (Contained in the Oxford Book of English |Alfred Coppard |
| |Short Stories) | |
|British Lit Part 4 |Little Brother (Contained in the Oxford Book of English Short |Mann |
| |Stories) | |
|British Lit Part 4 |A Widow's Quilt (Contained in the Oxford Book of English Short |Sylvia Townsend Warner |
| |Stories) | |
|British Lit Part 4 |A Mere Interlude (Contained in the Oxford Book of English Short |Thomas Harder |
| |Stories | |
|World Lit I Part 3 |Diary of a Young Girl |Anne Frank |
|World Lit I Part 4 |A Raisin in the Sun |Lorainne Hansberry |
|World Lit I Part 4 |The Bluest Eye |Toni Morrison |
|World Lit II Part 2 |Things Fall Apart |Chinua Achebe |
|World Lit II Part 4 |First They Killed My Father |Loung Ung |
• How many courses can I have in my schedule/What if I finished course parts early? For Middle School and High School only ... No more than 6 course parts in a student schedule at one time. If you finish a course part early (before the end of a Marking Period) then the next part will be assigned automatically. Once a part is finished regardless of where it falls in a Marking Period, the next part of that course is added to your schedule. If a student is in need of courses above 6 for any particular reason would be the financial responsibility of the parent/guardian.
• What about changing (Dropping/Adding) courses in a middle of a marking period? For grades 7-12 courses are set up into parts. Each part is one Marking Period in length (AP courses are an entire semester in length = 2 Marking Periods). (For any semester long courses not known at this time, they too will fall into this requirement.) Once a part is started, you are required to complete it in full. If you are struggling in a course and you want to drop it in after enrollment, your parent/guardian will be charged to pay for that dropped course part and any replacement/added course part (that Marking Period only). You may not be able to drop the course at all depending on what your guidance counselor determines you need to graduate on time. NEED TO LEARN MORE ABOUT ELEMENTARY COURSES!!!!!!!
• Students will be assigned to a mentor (CDSD teacher) for support and guidance – The CDSD Online Academy has CDSD teachers who support and guide students through the program. We have Toni Shughart (also CAOLA math grader), Shane Adams, Erika Mattiuz, and Kris Carson. A mentor will be assigned to students upon acceptance into the online program. If a student does not respond to an email within 24 hours, please let the online principal know.
• What does a student do for help once in the online program? – The student is responsible for seeking help from his/her online teachers (graders). If communication is through email, the graders are required to respond within 24 hours. If any grader does not respond within 24 hours, please let your online mentor and/or principal know as soon as possible. To correct work, graders have 48 hours. If an assignment is submitted and a grade is not posted within 48 hours, please email him/her. If that does not work, please let your mentor and/or online principal know.
• What are the courses offered through the CDSD Online Academy? – TO BE UPDATED SHORTLY!!!
Courses Available for Fulltime Students
ENGLISH Grades 9-12
Full Year courses Teacher Full Year courses Teacher
World Literature I (English 9) (Core) EDISON LEARNING World Literature I (English 9) (Foundation) EDISON LEARNING
American Literature (English 10) (Core) EDISON LEARNING American Literature (English 10) (Foundation) EDISON LEARNING
British Literature (English 11) (Core) EDISON LEARNING British Literature (English 11) (Foundation) EDISON LEARNING
World Literature II (English 12) (Core) EDISON LEARNING World Literature II (English 12) (Foundation) EDISON LEARNING
Semester Teacher
PSSA English EDISON LEARNING
Quarter Teacher
SAT Critical Reading/Writing Shane Adams Student pays – Not part of regular schedule
SOCIAL STUDIES Grades 9-12
Full Year courses Teacher Full Year courses Teacher
American History (Core) EDISON LEARNING American History (Foundation) EDISON LEARNING
US Government (Core) EDISON LEARNING US Government (Foundation) EDISON LEARNING
World History (Core) EDISON LEARNING World History (Foundation) EDISON LEARNING
World Geography EDISON LEARNING
Semester Teacher Semester Teacher
Macroeconomics EDISON LEARNING Microeconomics EDISON LEARNING
Psychology EDISON LEARNING Sociology EDISON LEARNING
Quarter Teacher
Early American History EDISON LEARNING
WORLD LANGUAGES Grades 9-12
Full Year courses Teacher Full Year courses Teacher
French I EDISON LEARNING French II EDISON LEARNING
French III EDISON LEARNING French IV EDISON LEARNING
German I EDISON LEARNING German II EDISON LEARNING
Spanish I EDISON LEARNING Spanish II EDISON LEARNING
Spanish III EDISON LEARNING Spanish IV EDISON LEARNING
SCIENCE Grades 9-12
Full Year courses Teacher Full Year courses Teacher
Biology (Core) EDISON LEARNING Biology (Foundation) EDISON LEARNING
Chemistry (Core) EDISON LEARNING Chemistry (Foundation) EDISON LEARNING
Earth Science (Core) EDISON LEARNING Earth Science (Foundation) EDISON LEARNING
Physical Science (Core) EDISON LEARNING Physical Science (Foundations) EDISON LEARNING
Physics EDISON LEARNING
Semester Teacher Semester Teacher
Environmental Science EDISON LEARNING Life Science EDISON LEARNING
MATHEMATICS Grades 9-12
Full Year courses Teacher Full Year courses Teacher
Algebra I (Core) Toni Shughart Algebra I (Foundation) Toni Shughart
Algebra II (Core) Toni Shughart Algebra II (Foundation) Toni Shughart
Calculus Toni Shughart General Math (Math IV) Toni Shughart
Geometry (Core) Toni Shughart Geometry (Foundation) Toni Shughart
Pre-Algebra (Core) Toni Shughart Pre-Algebra (Foundation) Toni Shughart
Pre-Calculus Toni Shughart Advanced Math A (Trig) Toni Shughart
Advanced Math B (Trig) Toni Shughart Transition to College Mathematics Toni Shughart
Finite Math (Prob/Stats) Toni Shughart
Semester Teacher Semester Teacher
PSSA Mathematics Toni Shughart Trigonometry Toni Shughart
Quarter Teacher
SAT Mathematics Toni Shughart Student pays – Not part of regular schedule
ELECTIVES Grades 9-12
Full Year courses Teacher
Intro to Office Applications EDISON LEARNING
Semester Teacher Semester Teacher
Fitness EDISON LEARNING Health EDISON LEARNING
Intro to Music Theory EDISON LEARNING Life Skills EDISON LEARNING
Business Communications Accelerate Ed Child Development Accelerate Ed
Fitness Fundamentals I Accelerate Ed Fitness Fundamentals II Accelerate Ed
Flexibility Training Accelerate Ed Life Management Skills Accelerate Ed
Essentials of Business Accelerate Ed Computer Basics Accelerate Ed
Digital Arts Accelerate Ed Nutrition Accelerate Ed
3-D Digital Media Accelerate Ed
Quarter Teacher
Digital Citizenship/Safety EDISON LEARNING
Quarter Teacher Quarter Teacher
Chemical Engineering EDISON LEARNING Computer Engineering EDISON LEARNING
Electrical Engineering EDISON LEARNING HTML EDISON LEARNING
Java EDISON LEARNING Mechanical Engineering EDISON LEARNING
Sports Science EDISON LEARNING Sports Medicine EDISON LEARNING
ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES Grades 9-12
Full Year courses Teacher Full Year courses Teacher
Calculus AB (2 semesters) Apex Statistics (2 semesters) Apex
Biology (2 semesters) Apex Chemistry (2 semesters) Apex
Physics (2 semesters) Apex US History (2 semesters) Apex
French (2 semesters) Apex Spanish (2 semesters) Apex
Eng Lit & Composition (2 sem) Apex Eng Lang & Composition (2 sem) Apex
Semester courses Teacher Semester courses Teacher
Psychology (1 semester) Apex Macroeconomics (1 semester) Apex
Microeconomics (1 semester) Apex US Government (1 semester) Apex
Middle School Courses Grades 6-8
Full Year courses Teacher Full Year courses Teacher
Language Arts 6 Accelerate Ed Language Arts 7 EDISON LEARNING
Language Arts 8 EDISON LEARNING
Full Year courses Teacher Full Year courses Teacher
Math 6 Accelerate Ed Math 7 EDISON LEARNING
Math 8 EDISON LEARNING
Full Year courses Teacher Full Year courses Teacher
Science 6 Accelerate Ed Science 7 EDISON LEARNING
Science 8 EDISON LEARNING
Full Year courses Teacher Full Year courses Teacher
Social Studies 6 Accelerate Ed Social Studies 7 EDISON LEARNING
Social Studies 8 EDISON LEARNING
Semester courses Teacher Semester courses Teacher
Computer Basics Accelerate Ed Health Accelerate Ed
Physical Education Accelerate Ed Reading Skills Accelerate Ed
Study Skills Accelerate Ed Art Accelerate Ed
Elementary Courses Grades K-5
Full Year courses Teacher Full Year courses Teacher
Math (K-5) Accelerate Ed Language Arts (K-5) Accelerate Ed
Science (K-5) Accelerate Ed Social Studies (K-5) Accelerate Ed
Arts and Crafts (K-4) Accelerate Ed Music (K-4) Accelerate Ed
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Central Dauphin School District-Online Academy (CDSD-ONLINE ACADEMY)
FAQ – CDSD Online Academy
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• How was creation of the CDSD Online Academy initiated? – The CDSD partnered with the Capital Area Intermediate Unit’s CAOLA (Capitol Area Online Learning Association) since 2010 to develop an online education option for students who want or need something different from traditional high schools but desire to sustain their affiliation with the Central Dauphin School District.
• Which grade levels are involved with the CDSD Online Academy? – We are offering online courses to students in grades K-12.
• If a student is involved with the CDSD Online Academy can s/he participate in extracurricular activities? – YES. A student must contact the brick and mortar school guidance counselor and/or school principal (i.e. CD High School) for additional information/scheduling/opportunities. The brick and mortar school personnel/officials are the ones to make this decision/scheduling opportunities.
• Will students enrolled in the CDSD Online Academy receive a Central Dauphin School District diploma upon completion of graduation requirements? – YES. Students who successfully complete all graduation requirements in accordance to the Central Dauphin School District will receive a CDSD diploma. What a student needs to graduate with must be communicated to the student/parent from the brick and mortar guidance counselor/principal.
• How does a student get started with the CDSD Online Academy? – A student must be registered with CDSD and submitted a completed application to the online principal. A newly enrolling student can receive an application at the time of registration or on the district website (). An existing CDSD student can go to his/her guidance counselor for an application. A student who is homeschooled may enroll in the CDSD Online Academy; maintaining the flexibility of homeschooling with the support of CDSD resources. A student who is currently enrolled at one of the high schools can take select courses with the CDSD Online Academy, enrolling through the traditional course selection process. A completed application must be turned in to the CDSD Online Academy Principal no later than 3 weeks after the start of any given marking period. Any application received after 3 weeks from the start of a marking period, if accepted into the CDSD Online Academy will wait to begin working in the online program until the start of the subsequent marking period. As the student waits, s/he must remain at his/her current educational placement.
• Who will participate in the CDSD Online Academy? – The CDSD Online Academy is open to general education, alternative education, expelled, special education, homebound, and homeschooled students that meet the criteria for admission as stated in this application. Students must be registered with the Central Dauphin School District. If your child is not registered with the district, please call to schedule an appointment at 545-4703 x 222 or x 257.
• What about a computer and equipment? - To be successful in the CDSD Online Academy, you must have a computer with high speed internet access and a printer. If you do not have these items, you may be able to borrow them from the school district. In order to be eligible for a borrowed computer and equipment, you must have a required amount of courses per your brick and mortar guidance counselor. Those families borrowing a computer from the CDSD are completely responsible (including financially) for the computer and equipment. The items must be returned in the condition when they were received.
• Will students be provided with the equipment needed to participate in the CDSD Online Academy? – When CDSD Online Academy students have the potential to borrow a laptop with required software, router, flashdrive, mouse, headset, and an all-in-one printer and receive a maximum of $40 per month a house hold for internet reimbursement through the CAIU (not $40 per student if multiple students in the same residence). A bill from the parent/guardian must be submitted as proof of legitimacy and price paid by the house hold. When accepted into the CDSD Online Academy, you will be asked what items you already have and need to borrow. For example, if you have a printer at your home and you do not need to borrow one, please let us know so we do not obtain one for you. Technical support will be provided for the CAIU equipment only. Any parent/guardian who accepts the equipment will be financially responsible if anything were to break due to mishandling/mistreatment of the equipment. Upon request by CDSD, the parent/guardian must return the items within five (5) business days. Following three attempts to retrieve loaned items; the police will be notified and charges of theft will be filed against the parent/guardian. In addition, if items are not returned or replacement/repairs are not paid for an obligation will be placed on the student’s record. This obligation will remain there until the items are returned or the monetary amount is paid in full. When an obligation is placed on a student’s file student records will not be released (i.e. transcripts).
• How do students qualify for admission into the CDSD Online Academy? - The student must be a resident of the school district. The following criteria are used to determine if a student may qualify for enrollment into the CDSD Online Academy:
▪ A student must have an overall GPA of 70% or greater (Middle and High School).
▪ A student must have acceptable attendance, meaning no letters/notices were provided at any time within the past two (2) school years for court due to excessive absences. District Policy 204 will be followed by those students registered with the district and following the district calendar as specified above.
o A student entering the CDSD Online Academy who is enrolled in Alternative Education (FOCUS) and/or Summer School (programs housed/hosted/supervised by the school district on school property) must maintain appropriate school behaviors. The Student Code of Conduct will be followed for any infractions.
o There must not be any school debt owed to the district prior to completion of the application. All school debt must be paid before potential acceptance into the program.
o Elementary School Principals provides input for acceptance of K-5th graders. Middle School Principals provides input for acceptance of 6th-8th graders. High School Principal (CD High and East High School) provides input for acceptance of 9th-12th graders.
• When will a student be denied enrollment? - A student will be denied enrollment into CDSD Online Academy if:
o The student’s GPA is between a 0%-59% before enrollment
o Poor attendance before enrollment (0% to 69% attendance rate)
o Inappropriate and/or disrespectful behavior during enrollment when coursework takes place on school property, which includes the location at the New Love in Christ Church.
o There is an outstanding school debt before enrollment
o Elementary School Principals provides input for acceptance of K-5th graders. Middle School Principals provides input for denial of 6th-8th graders. High School Principal (CD High and East High School) provides input for denial of 9th-12th graders.
• Can a student be removed from the CDSD Online Academy? – YES. A student will be removed from the CDSD Online Academy if:
o Poor attendance during enrollment – in accordance to the district Attendance Policy
o Inappropriate and/or disrespectful behavior during enrollment at the Alternative Ed placement.
o Input from Elementary School Principals provides input for removal of K-5th graders. Input from Middle School Principals of 6th-8th graders. Input from High School Principal (CD High and East High School) of 9th-12th graders.
• What are the obligations of a CDSD Online Academy student? – A online student must adhere to the district calendar and marking period deadlines. For attendance purposes the student must complete a minimum required amount of work each school week (reference the school calendar). A student is notified of what minimum work requirement at the start of the program following enrollment. Work completed on weekends, holidays, and school cancelations (i.e. snow days) do not count towards attendance. Educational Trip forms may be submitted in accordance with School Board Policy. Seniors must complete a Senior Project. The high schools will assign a Senior Advisor for this. The student and Senior Advisor must remain in communication during the school year. Senior Project deadlines must be met. Students must complete all courses assigned to them by the brick and mortar school principal and/or guidance counselor.
• What if I fail a class? - The online courses are not easy. Students need to take their time to be successful. If you fail a class and need to repeat the identical course (i.e. credit recovery), the student and parent will be financially responsible for the repeated class.
• Can students complete courses on a part time basis? – YES. A student may participate on a part time basis but s/he will not be provided a computer from the CAIU. The school calendar (i.e. end of marking period deadlines) must be followed. The course can be taken during a study hall, built into the school schedule, or be completed at the home of the enrolled student. Course offerings will vary; high school guidance counselors may be contacted for a list of course offerings.
• Will students be charged a fee to enroll/courses? –At this time, SAT Preparation and Key Stone Exam Prep courses will be offered to students for a nominal fee. Repeating a failed class will cost the student and parent money to take any available course. There are situations when students will be charged per course. For example, students who exceed 6 courses per marking period will need to pay for additional courses to meet graduation requirements.
• Who will be teaching the online courses? – For the 2012-2013 school year, Edison Learning, the company who created the courses and learning environment, will provide Graders for courses of those students in grades 7-12. For grades K-6, courses will be through Accelerated Education. CDSD will provide all students with a “Mentor” to help monitor grades, attendance and offer support to the students as needed. The Mentor will also maintain regular communication with the home school principal and guidance counselor, parent/guardian and CDSD Online Academy principal.
o Grades 7-12 - Edison Learning -
o Grades 7-12 (Electives only) – Accelerated Education -
o Grades K-6 – Accelerated Education -
• How are credits earned in the CDSD Online Academy? CDSD Online Academy includes quarter, semester and full year courses. Each 1 credit (full year) course contains four parts (grades 7-12). Each part contains three units (grades 7-12). Each unit contains approximately fifteen lessons (grades 7-12). Students are expected to complete one lesson in each course per school day. Following this schedule, each course part will require completion of at least 45 lessons/exams/quizzes to fulfill a marking period. For additional information please contact the brick and mortar school guidance counselor and/or the CDSD Online Academy Principal.
• How will students access text books for online courses? –The text books for courses are available online. Some courses do require a hard copy of a text book. Full time students will have books mailed directly to your home through the online company. The CDSD does provide a book for loan for most courses for non-full time students. Other books may be available at your local library. Hard copies of the online text books are available for purchase by the parent/guardian at the parent/guardian’s expense. This is not a reimbursable expense from the Central Dauphin School District. The district and IU books are to be returned at the end of each school year. You are responsible to request and pick up the book from the online principal.
|Course Title |Book |Author |
|American Lit Part 2 |Hiroshima |John Hersey |
|American Lit Part 3 |Death of a Salesman |Arthur Miller |
|American Lit Part 4 |Game |Donald Barthelme |
|American Lit Part 4 |The Glass Menagerie |Tennessee Williams |
|American Lit Part 4 |To Kill a Mockingbird |Harper Lee |
|British Lit Part 1 |The Kiss (Contained in the Oxford Book of English Short Stories) |Angela Carter |
|British Lit Part 3 |The Lord of the Flies |William Golding |
|British Lit Part 4 |Brick Lane |Monica Ali |
|British Lit Part 4 |Some Talk of Alexander (Contained in the Oxford Book of English |Alfred Coppard |
| |Short Stories) | |
|British Lit Part 4 |Little Brother (Contained in the Oxford Book of English Short |Mann |
| |Stories) | |
|British Lit Part 4 |A Widow's Quilt (Contained in the Oxford Book of English Short |Sylvia Townsend Warner |
| |Stories) | |
|British Lit Part 4 |A Mere Interlude (Contained in the Oxford Book of English Short |Thomas Harder |
| |Stories | |
|World Lit I Part 3 |Diary of a Young Girl |Anne Frank |
|World Lit I Part 4 |A Raisin in the Sun |Lorainne Hansberry |
|World Lit I Part 4 |The Bluest Eye |Toni Morrison |
|World Lit II Part 2 |Things Fall Apart |Chinua Achebe |
|World Lit II Part 4 |First They Killed My Father |Loung Ung |
• How many courses can I have in my schedule/What if I finished course parts early? For Middle School and High School only ... No more than 6 course parts in a student schedule at one time. If you finish a course part early (before the end of a Marking Period) then the next part will be assigned automatically. Once a part is finished regardless of where it falls in a Marking Period, the next part of that course is added to your schedule. If a student is in need of courses above 6 for any particular reason would be the financial responsibility of the parent/guardian.
• What about changing (Dropping/Adding) courses in a middle of a marking period? For grades 7-12 courses are set up into parts. Each part is one Marking Period in length (AP courses are an entire semester in length = 2 Marking Periods). (For any semester long courses not known at this time, they too will fall into this requirement.) Once a part is started, you are required to complete it in full. If you are struggling in a course and you want to drop it in after enrollment, your parent/guardian will be charged to pay for that dropped course part and any replacement/added course part (that Marking Period only). You may not be able to drop the course at all depending on what your guidance counselor determines you need to graduate on time. NEED TO LEARN MORE ABOUT ELEMENTARY COURSES!!!!!!!
• Students will be assigned to a mentor (CDSD teacher) for support and guidance – The CDSD Online Academy has CDSD teachers who support and guide students through the program. We have Toni Shughart (also CAOLA math grader), Shane Adams, Erika Mattiuz, and Kris Carson. A mentor will be assigned to students upon acceptance into the online program. If a student does not respond to an email within 24 hours, please let the online principal know.
• What does a student do for help once in the online program? – The student is responsible for seeking help from his/her online teachers (graders). If communication is through email, the graders are required to respond within 24 hours. If any grader does not respond within 24 hours, please let your online mentor and/or principal know as soon as possible. To correct work, graders have 48 hours. If an assignment is submitted and a grade is not posted within 48 hours, please email him/her. If that does not work, please let your mentor and/or online principal know.
• What are the courses offered through the CDSD Online Academy? – TO BE UPDATED SHORTLY!!!
Courses Available for Fulltime Students
ENGLISH Grades 9-12
Full Year courses Teacher Full Year courses Teacher
World Literature I (English 9) (Core) EDISON LEARNING World Literature I (English 9) (Foundation) EDISON LEARNING
American Literature (English 10) (Core) EDISON LEARNING American Literature (English 10) (Foundation) EDISON LEARNING
British Literature (English 11) (Core) EDISON LEARNING British Literature (English 11) (Foundation) EDISON LEARNING
World Literature II (English 12) (Core) EDISON LEARNING World Literature II (English 12) (Foundation) EDISON LEARNING
Semester Teacher
PSSA English EDISON LEARNING
Quarter Teacher
SAT Critical Reading/Writing Shane Adams Student pays – Not part of regular schedule
SOCIAL STUDIES Grades 9-12
Full Year courses Teacher Full Year courses Teacher
American History (Core) EDISON LEARNING American History (Foundation) EDISON LEARNING
US Government (Core) EDISON LEARNING US Government (Foundation) EDISON LEARNING
World History (Core) EDISON LEARNING World History (Foundation) EDISON LEARNING
World Geography EDISON LEARNING
Semester Teacher Semester Teacher
Macroeconomics EDISON LEARNING Microeconomics EDISON LEARNING
Psychology EDISON LEARNING Sociology EDISON LEARNING
Quarter Teacher
Early American History EDISON LEARNING
WORLD LANGUAGES Grades 9-12
Full Year courses Teacher Full Year courses Teacher
French I EDISON LEARNING French II EDISON LEARNING
French III EDISON LEARNING French IV EDISON LEARNING
German I EDISON LEARNING German II EDISON LEARNING
Spanish I EDISON LEARNING Spanish II EDISON LEARNING
Spanish III EDISON LEARNING Spanish IV EDISON LEARNING
SCIENCE Grades 9-12
Full Year courses Teacher Full Year courses Teacher
Biology (Core) EDISON LEARNING Biology (Foundation) EDISON LEARNING
Chemistry (Core) EDISON LEARNING Chemistry (Foundation) EDISON LEARNING
Earth Science (Core) EDISON LEARNING Earth Science (Foundation) EDISON LEARNING
Physical Science (Core) EDISON LEARNING Physical Science (Foundations) EDISON LEARNING
Physics EDISON LEARNING
Semester Teacher Semester Teacher
Environmental Science EDISON LEARNING Life Science EDISON LEARNING
MATHEMATICS Grades 9-12
Full Year courses Teacher Full Year courses Teacher
Algebra I (Core) Toni Shughart Algebra I (Foundation) Toni Shughart
Algebra II (Core) Toni Shughart Algebra II (Foundation) Toni Shughart
Calculus Toni Shughart General Math (Math IV) Toni Shughart
Geometry (Core) Toni Shughart Geometry (Foundation) Toni Shughart
Pre-Algebra (Core) Toni Shughart Pre-Algebra (Foundation) Toni Shughart
Pre-Calculus Toni Shughart Advanced Math A (Trig) Toni Shughart
Advanced Math B (Trig) Toni Shughart Transition to College Mathematics Toni Shughart
Finite Math (Prob/Stats) Toni Shughart
Semester Teacher Semester Teacher
PSSA Mathematics Toni Shughart Trigonometry Toni Shughart
Quarter Teacher
SAT Mathematics Toni Shughart Student pays – Not part of regular schedule
ELECTIVES Grades 9-12
Full Year courses Teacher
Intro to Office Applications EDISON LEARNING
Semester Teacher Semester Teacher
Fitness EDISON LEARNING Health EDISON LEARNING
Intro to Music Theory EDISON LEARNING Life Skills EDISON LEARNING
Business Communications Accelerate Ed Child Development Accelerate Ed
Fitness Fundamentals I Accelerate Ed Fitness Fundamentals II Accelerate Ed
Flexibility Training Accelerate Ed Life Management Skills Accelerate Ed
Essentials of Business Accelerate Ed Computer Basics Accelerate Ed
Digital Arts Accelerate Ed Nutrition Accelerate Ed
3-D Digital Media Accelerate Ed
Quarter Teacher
Digital Citizenship/Safety EDISON LEARNING
Quarter Teacher Quarter Teacher
Chemical Engineering EDISON LEARNING Computer Engineering EDISON LEARNING
Electrical Engineering EDISON LEARNING HTML EDISON LEARNING
Java EDISON LEARNING Mechanical Engineering EDISON LEARNING
Sports Science EDISON LEARNING Sports Medicine EDISON LEARNING
ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES Grades 9-12
Full Year courses Teacher Full Year courses Teacher
Calculus AB (2 semesters) Apex Statistics (2 semesters) Apex
Biology (2 semesters) Apex Chemistry (2 semesters) Apex
Physics (2 semesters) Apex US History (2 semesters) Apex
French (2 semesters) Apex Spanish (2 semesters) Apex
Eng Lit & Composition (2 sem) Apex Eng Lang & Composition (2 sem) Apex
Semester courses Teacher Semester courses Teacher
Psychology (1 semester) Apex Macroeconomics (1 semester) Apex
Microeconomics (1 semester) Apex US Government (1 semester) Apex
Middle School Courses Grades 6-8
Full Year courses Teacher Full Year courses Teacher
Language Arts 6 Accelerate Ed Language Arts 7 EDISON LEARNING
Language Arts 8 EDISON LEARNING
Full Year courses Teacher Full Year courses Teacher
Math 6 Accelerate Ed Math 7 EDISON LEARNING
Math 8 EDISON LEARNING
Full Year courses Teacher Full Year courses Teacher
Science 6 Accelerate Ed Science 7 EDISON LEARNING
Science 8 EDISON LEARNING
Full Year courses Teacher Full Year courses Teacher
Social Studies 6 Accelerate Ed Social Studies 7 EDISON LEARNING
Social Studies 8 EDISON LEARNING
Semester courses Teacher Semester courses Teacher
Computer Basics Accelerate Ed Health Accelerate Ed
Physical Education Accelerate Ed Reading Skills Accelerate Ed
Study Skills Accelerate Ed Art Accelerate Ed
Elementary Courses Grades K-5
Full Year courses Teacher Full Year courses Teacher
Math (K-5) Accelerate Ed Language Arts (K-5) Accelerate Ed
Science (K-5) Accelerate Ed Social Studies (K-5) Accelerate Ed
Arts and Crafts (K-4) Accelerate Ed Music (K-4) Accelerate Ed
Central Dauphin School District-Online Academy
Academic Integrity/Plagiarism Policy
**Read, Sign, and Return with Application
It is expected that all work submitted for the purpose of meeting online course requirements represents the original efforts of the individual student. This includes, but is not limited to exams, homework, course assignments, and the original creation of essays, compositions, term papers and scientific research. All work submitted by a student should be a true reflection of his or her own effort and ability. If such is not the case, then the student has demonstrated unacceptable academic behavior and is subject to disciplinary action. Administrators, faculty, mentors, students and families are all important contributors to the upholding of academic integrity in the online learning community.
Plagiarism is defined as copying/stealing and passing off as one’s own the ideas or words of another, using someone else’s created product without crediting the source, or committing literary theft. Examples include the following:
o Turning in a paper retrieved from an Internet source as one’s own
o Using another student’s work in whole or part and handing it in as one’s own
o Using information from an encyclopedia, book, textbook, web site, database, etc., without citing the source
o Using another person’s idea, opinion, or theory without citing the source
o Using any facts, statistics, graphs, drawings, pictures, sounds or other piece of information which you found from any source that is not common knowledge, without citing the source
o Using quotations of another person’s actual spoken or written word without citing the source
o Paraphrasing (putting into your own words) another person’s unique ideas, spoken or written, without citing the source
Plagiarism will result in a “zero” (no credit) on the assigned paper or project.
Teachers will provide written documentation of the plagiarism and will use the following procedure:
A. Discussion with the student
B. Referral to the school principal or assistant principal
C. Call to parents by the principal or teacher
D. Principal’s referral to co-curricular coaches/advisors and National Honor Society as applicable
When plagiarism is found to have taken place, the student must still meet the minimum requirement(s) of the course by rewriting the assignment according to teacher specifications. The student’s grade on the rewritten assignment will be no higher than a “C.” Failure to rewrite the assignment will result in an “F” for that assignment.
A second plagiarism offense will automatically result in an “F” for the course.
We have read and understand the above information
Student Signature ____________________________________ Date ________________
Parent/Guardian Signature _____________________________________ Date __________________
Central Dauphin School District-Online Academy
Academic Integrity/Plagiarism Policy
**For your Records (Copy)
It is expected that all work submitted for the purpose of meeting online course requirements represents the original efforts of the individual student. This includes, but is not limited to exams, homework, course assignments, and the original creation of essays, compositions, term papers and scientific research. All work submitted by a student should be a true reflection of his or her own effort and ability. If such is not the case, then the student has demonstrated unacceptable academic behavior and is subject to disciplinary action. Administrators, faculty, mentors, students and families are all important contributors to the upholding of academic integrity in the online learning community.
Plagiarism is defined as copying/stealing and passing off as one’s own the ideas or words of another, using someone else’s created product without crediting the source, or committing literary theft. Examples include the following:
o Turning in a paper retrieved from an Internet source as one’s own
o Using another student’s work in whole or part and handing it in as one’s own
o Using information from an encyclopedia, book, textbook, web site, database, etc., without citing the source
o Using another person’s idea, opinion, or theory without citing the source
o Using any facts, statistics, graphs, drawings, pictures, sounds or other piece of information which you found from any source that is not common knowledge, without citing the source
o Using quotations of another person’s actual spoken or written word without citing the source
o Paraphrasing (putting into your own words) another person’s unique ideas, spoken or written, without citing the source
Plagiarism will result in a “zero” (no credit) on the assigned paper or project.
Teachers will provide written documentation of the plagiarism and will use the following procedure:
A. Discussion with the student
B. Referral to the school principal or assistant principal
C. Call to parents by the principal or teacher
D. Principal’s referral to co-curricular coaches/advisors and National Honor Society as applicable
When plagiarism is found to have taken place, the student must still meet the minimum requirement(s) of the course by rewriting the assignment according to teacher specifications. The student’s grade on the rewritten assignment will be no higher than a “C.” Failure to rewrite the assignment will result in an “F” for that assignment.
A second plagiarism offense will automatically result in an “F” for the course.
Am I a Good Candidate for an Online Learning Course?
**Complete and Return with Application
To help you decide if you’re ready to take online courses, please take this questionnaire and score it as directed at the end.
1. I have conflicts with work, sports or other activities and my classes. True False
2. I believe I am responsible for my own education. True False
3. I think trying something new is exciting. True False
4. I am self-motivated and self-disciplined. True False
5. I am good at managing my time. True False
6. I have convenient access to a computer with an Internet connection. True False
7. I am comfortable with email and word processing programs. True False
8. I believe I am good at reading and understand most of what I read. True False
9. If I set a goal for myself, I usually achieve it. True False
10. I am confident in my academic abilities. True False
11. I do not give up easily, even when there are obstacles. True False
12. I am comfortable expressing my thoughts and opinions in writing. True False
13. I enjoy and am willing to work independently. True False
Why am I interested in attending CDSD ONLINE ACADEMY schools? (Complete on back of survey)
Student Signature _________________________________ Date ______________________
Parent/Guardian Signature _________________________________ Date _________________
After completing this questionnaire, count the number of times you selected “True” and the number of times you selected “False”.
o If you answered “True” to less than 10 of the above statements, online learning may not be for you are this time. Talk with your school counselor about alternatives and think about trying again next year.
o If you answered “True” to at least 10 of the above statements, online learning may be for you. Talk to your school counselor about courses you are interested in and the steps you need to take to start an online course.
• Online courses are scored/graded and applied to class rank and grade point averages in a similar manner as traditional course offerings.
• While a mentor will be monitoring student progress often, it is the student’s responsibility to self monitor pacing and complete course requirements in the defined time allotment.
• Extra-curricular eligibility will be impacted by student achievement in online courses in the same manner as it is with traditional courses.
Am I a Good Candidate for an Online Learning Course?
** For your records (Copy)
To help you decide if you’re ready to take online courses, please take this questionnaire and score it as directed at the end.
1. I have conflicts with work, sports or other activities and my classes. True False
2. I believe I am responsible for my own education. True False
3. I think trying something new is exciting. True False
4. I am self-motivated and self-disciplined. True False
5. I am good at managing my time. True False
6. I have convenient access to a computer with an Internet connection. True False
7. I am comfortable with email and word processing programs. True False
8. I believe I am good at reading and understand most of what I read. True False
9. If I set a goal for myself, I usually achieve it. True False
10. I am confident in my academic abilities. True False
11. I do not give up easily, even when there are obstacles. True False
12. I am comfortable expressing my thoughts and opinions in writing. True False
13. I enjoy and am willing to work independently. True False
Why am I interested in attending CDSD ONLINE ACADEMY schools? (Complete on back of survey)
After completing this questionnaire, count the number of times you selected “True” and the number of times you selected “False”.
o If you answered “True” to less than 10 of the above statements, online learning may not be for you are this time. Talk with your school counselor about alternatives and think about trying again next year.
o If you answered “True” to at least 10 of the above statements, online learning may be for you. Talk to your school counselor about courses you are interested in and the steps you need to take to start an online course.
• Online courses are scored/graded and applied to class rank and grade point averages in a similar manner as traditional course offerings.
• While a mentor will be monitoring student progress often, it is the student’s responsibility to self monitor pacing and complete course requirements in the defined time allotment.
• Extra-curricular eligibility will be impacted by student achievement in online courses in the same manner as it is with traditional courses.
Central Dauphin Online Learning Student Contract
Central Dauphin School District-Online Academy
Student Contract
**Read, Sign, and Return with Application
Central Dauphin-Cyber Online Resource and Learning (CDSD ONLINE ACADEMY) is a means for districts to provide online courses to expand student options and the curriculum offerings of the local school district. Because of the uniqueness of CDSD ONLINE ACADEMY, certain standards are expected of students enrolling in these courses. This contract and policy makes both the student and the parents/guardian aware of the standards expected of students enrolling in such courses.
As a student taking a CDSD ONLINE ACADEMY course, I am aware that:
1. Certain standards are expected of me, as a student, and inappropriate use of the Internet of any kind will not be tolerated.
2. Only respectful behaviors/language and/or proper use of technology are tolerated. Any inappropriate behavior/language and/or use of technology will be disciplined according to the Student Code of Conduct and possible removal from CDSD ONLINE ACADEMY
3. Because of the technology, anything I do in the course could be retrieved and printed by the teacher, administrator, or technology staff at any time.
4. Course procedures that must be followed are:
a. Students must communicate with their teacher on a regular basis.
b. Students must not inappropriately use information within the course.
c. Students must maintain academic honesty.
d. Students must follow the Central Dauphin School District’s Acceptable Use Policy and all other rules as specified by the teacher.
e. Students should plan on spending 60 minutes per course to maintain an acceptable pace for course completion.
If students do not or cannot abide by the above listed rules, the following procedures will be followed:
The Central Dauphin School District, the student, and his/her parents/guardian will be notified of the infraction. In the event of severe misconduct the student will be removed from the course.
I have read and I understand the contract and policies of online courses and agree to abide by the rules of this contract.
We have read and understand the above information
Student Signature ____________________________________ Date ________________
Parent/Guardian Signature _____________________________________ Date __________________
Central Dauphin Online Learning Student Contract
Central Dauphin School District-Online Academy
Student Contract
**For your Records (Copy)
Central Dauphin-Cyber Online Resource and Learning (CDSD ONLINE ACADEMY) is a means for districts to provide online courses to expand student options and the curriculum offerings of the local school district. Because of the uniqueness of CDSD ONLINE ACADEMY, certain standards are expected of students enrolling in these courses. This contract and policy makes both the student and the parents/guardian aware of the standards expected of students enrolling in such courses.
As a student taking a CDSD ONLINE ACADEMY course, I am aware that:
5. Certain standards are expected of me, as a student, and inappropriate use of the Internet of any kind will not be tolerated.
6. Only respectful behaviors/language and/or proper use of technology are tolerated. Any inappropriate behavior/language and/or use of technology will be disciplined according to the Student Code of Conduct and possible removal from CDSD ONLINE ACADEMY
7. Because of the technology, anything I do in the course could be retrieved and printed by the teacher, administrator, or technology staff at any time.
8. Course procedures that must be followed are:
a. Students must communicate with their teacher on a regular basis.
b. Students must not inappropriately use information within the course.
c. Students must maintain academic honesty.
d. Students must follow the Central Dauphin School District’s Acceptable Use Policy and all other rules as specified by the teacher.
e. Students should plan on spending 60 minutes per course to maintain an acceptable pace for course completion.
If students do not or cannot abide by the above listed rules, the following procedures will be followed:
The Central Dauphin School District, the student, and his/her parents/guardian will be notified of the infraction. In the event of severe misconduct the student will be removed from the course.
I have read and I understand the contract and policies of online courses and agree to abide by the rules of this contract.
Central Dauphin School District-Online Academy
Resource and Learning
Student Agreement
**Read, Sign, and Return with Application
1. I will make a commitment to complete this course by ___________________ (insert date).
2. I will access the coursework as often as needed to stay on schedule.
3. I will follow the Acceptable Use Policy I agreed to when I enrolled in the course.
4. I will not use any other student’s login or password.
5. I will follow my school’s email use and Acceptable Use Policy.
6. I will make sure to keep in contact with my mentor at least once a week.
7. I will email my instructor at least once a week.
8. I will use common sense when sending emails to the online instructor.
9. I will try to be as clear as possible when I ask questions in emails.
10. I will review all emails before I send them.
11. I will always include my first and last name so the instructor knows who I am.
12. I will follow my mentor’s rules.
13. I will follow the rules of whoever is in charge of the room I work on the course in (library, study hall, math lab, writing lab, etc).
14. I will make note of any problems with the course and notify the online instructor and my mentor.
15. I will try my best to enjoy this new learning experience as a way to help me learn to be more self-sufficient.
16. I understand that once I enroll in an online course, I may not withdraw from that course.
17. I understand that my grade in an online course has the same impact on my extra-curricular eligibility, class rank, and GPA as traditional course grades do.
18. I understand that failure to complete an online course in the defined time frame by the school district will result in a failing grade for the course, unless deemed otherwise by school administration.
We have read and understand the above information
Student Signature ____________________________________ Date ________________
Parent/Guardian Signature _____________________________________ Date __________________
Central Dauphin School District-Online Academy
Resource and Learning
Student Agreement
**For your Records (Copy)
1. I will make a commitment to complete this course by ___________________ (insert date).
2. I will access the coursework as often as needed to stay on schedule.
3. I will follow the Acceptable Use Policy I agreed to when I enrolled in the course.
4. I will not use any other student’s login or password.
5. I will follow my school’s email use and Acceptable Use Policy.
6. I will make sure to keep in contact with my mentor at least once a week.
7. I will email my instructor at least once a week.
8. I will use common sense when sending emails to the online instructor.
9. I will try to be as clear as possible when I ask questions in emails.
10. I will review all emails before I send them.
11. I will always include my first and last name so the instructor knows who I am.
12. I will follow my mentor’s rules.
13. I will follow the rules of whoever is in charge of the room I work on the course in (library, study hall, math lab, writing lab, etc).
14. I will make note of any problems with the course and notify the online instructor and my mentor.
15. I will try my best to enjoy this new learning experience as a way to help me learn to be more self-sufficient.
16. I understand that once I enroll in an online course, I may not withdraw from that course.
17. I understand that my grade in an online course has the same impact on my extra-curricular eligibility, class rank, and GPA as traditional course grades do.
18. I understand that failure to complete an online course in the defined time frame by the school district will result in a failing grade for the course, unless deemed otherwise by school administration.
Central Dauphin School District-Online Academy
Work Completion
**Read, Sign, and Return with Application
HIGH SCHOOL CYBER ATTENDANCE
For each course a student has on the CDSD Online Academy schedule s/he needs to complete at least 1 lesson/assignment totaling the number of courses times the number of days in a school week (5). For an entire week it would be the accumulation of those lessons. You must complete the minimum total completion requirement per week.
***Exception to this may be for those students who attend school at either one of the “brick and mortar” Central Dauphin high schools. If a student attends classes at CD High or East High Schools and is provided an opportunity to complete CDSD Online Academy courses, the work expectation is that of the high schools. CDSD Online Academy work must to be completed every school day. If work is not completed every school day, the respective school counselor will be notified. Removal from the CDSD Online Academy course will most likely occur if work completion expectation is not met.
The following is an example for those taking only CDSD Online Academy courses …
|Number of Courses in a schedule |Number of lessons/assignments required for the |
| |week (minimum) |
|1 |5 |
|2 |10 |
|3 |15 |
|4 |20 |
|5 |25 |
|6 |30 |
How to monitor attendance ….
If a student has less than what is expected, you will be marked absent. (see below). If you are marked absent, you will be notified by your mentor. An absence note must be turned into your home high school attendance secretary or guidance counselor.
• Students who have 1 course … You must complete 5 lessons/assignments per week. A student must average 1 lesson/assignment completion per day. If there are 4 or less lessons/assignments completed, students would be marked absent for the first day they skipped the lesson/assignment.
• Students who have 2 courses … You must complete 10 lessons/assignments per week. Students need an average of 2 lessons/assignments completed each day. If a student has less than an average of 2 lessons/assignments completed per day, they would be marked absent for 1 day for each missed assignment.
• Students who have 3 courses … You must complete 15 lessons/assignments per week. Students must average 3 lessons/assignments each day for the entire week. If less than this, they would be marked absent for each day less than this amount. For example if 12 lessons/assignments are completed for the week, the student would be marked absent for 1 day. If a student only completes 6 lessons/assignments for the week, the student would be marked absent for 3 days.
• Students who have 4 courses … You must complete 20 lessons/assignments per week. Students must average 4 lessons/assignments each day for the entire week. If less than this, they would be marked absent for each day less than this amount. For example if 12 lessons/assignments are completed for the week, the student would be marked absent for 2 days. If a student only completes 8 lessons/assignments for the week, the student would be marked absent for 3 days.
• Students who have 5 courses … You must complete 25 lessons/assignments per week. Students must average 5 lessons/assignments each day for the entire week. If less than this, they would be marked absent for each day less than this amount. For example if 15 lessons/assignments are completed for the week, the student would be marked absent for 1 day. If a student only completes 10 lessons/assignments for the week, the student would be marked absent for 3 days.
• Students who have 6 courses … You must complete 30 lessons/assignments per week. Students must average 6 lessons/assignments each day for the entire week. If less than this, they would be marked absent for each day less than this amount. For example if 24 lessons/assignments are completed for the week, the student would be marked absent for 1 day. If a student only completes 18 lessons/assignments for the week, the student would be marked absent for 3 days.
Once students finish all required course work, they would be marked present for the remainder of the school week. If at the end of all 4 parts of course work, students would be marked present at the end of the school year.
When students finish early …
As students finish each part of courses, they would be assigned to the next part. This can happen at any time. Due to this, students can potentially finish the school year early as long as they have completed all their course work (all 4 parts) for the school year. If at the end of the school year there is enough time, (i.e. 2 months), a student may be given an option to complete another elective (semester or quarter course). No Core courses would be available close to the end of the school year if a student finished all required courses early. This would be determined on a case-by-case basis. Any courses added following the completion of all required coursework would be the financial responsibility of the student (parent/guardian).
Grades
Each part equates to a marking period. Even if a student starts part 2 during the 1st marking period, the part 1 final grade would go to the 1st marking period report card. Part 2 is for marking period 2. Part 3 is for marking period 3. Part 4 will be placed on marking period 4 report cards.
MIDDLE/ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CYBER ATTENDANCE
Attendance for Middle and Elementary Schools is based on the number of hours students are online each week. On average, students must be online working a minimum of 5 hours a day totaling a minimum of 25 hours a week. (Students only have to average 5 hours per day online.) In addition, weekly progress will be reviewed. Since there are 9 weeks per marking period, on average students must have a minimum of a 10% increase in progress in each course. Progress is determined by work completion.
Questions/Comments/Concerns
If you have any questions, comments, and/or concerns, please contact your mentor and/or Steve Epstein (Principal).
We have read and understand the above information
Student Signature ____________________________________ Date ________________
Parent/Guardian Signature _____________________________________ Date __________________
Central Dauphin School District-Online Academy
Work Completion
**For your Records (Copy)
HIGH SCHOOL CYBER ATTENDANCE
For each course a student has on the CDSD Online Academy schedule s/he needs to complete at least 1 lesson/assignment totaling the number of courses times the number of days in a school week (5). For an entire week it would be the accumulation of those lessons. You must complete the minimum total completion requirement per week.
***Exception to this may be for those students who attend school at either one of the “brick and mortar” Central Dauphin high schools. If a student attends classes at CD High or East High Schools and is provided an opportunity to complete CDSD Online Academy courses, the work expectation is that of the high schools. CDSD Online Academy work must to be completed every school day. If work is not completed every school day, the respective school counselor will be notified. Removal from the CDSD Online Academy course will most likely occur if work completion expectation is not met.
The following is an example for those taking only CDSD Online Academy courses …
|Number of Courses in a schedule |Number of lessons/assignments required for the |
| |week (minimum) |
|1 |5 |
|2 |10 |
|3 |15 |
|4 |20 |
|5 |25 |
|6 |30 |
How to monitor attendance ….
If a student has less than what is expected, you will be marked absent. (see below). If you are marked absent, you will be notified by your mentor. An absence note must be turned into your home high school attendance secretary or guidance counselor.
• Students who have 1 course … You must complete 5 lessons/assignments per week. A student must average 1 lesson/assignment completion per day. If there are 4 or less lessons/assignments completed, students would be marked absent for the first day they skipped the lesson/assignment.
• Students who have 2 courses … You must complete 10 lessons/assignments per week. Students need an average of 2 lessons/assignments completed each day. If a student has less than an average of 2 lessons/assignments completed per day, they would be marked absent for 1 day for each missed assignment.
• Students who have 3 courses … You must complete 15 lessons/assignments per week. Students must average 3 lessons/assignments each day for the entire week. If less than this, they would be marked absent for each day less than this amount. For example if 12 lessons/assignments are completed for the week, the student would be marked absent for 1 day. If a student only completes 6 lessons/assignments for the week, the student would be marked absent for 3 days.
• Students who have 4 courses … You must complete 20 lessons/assignments per week. Students must average 4 lessons/assignments each day for the entire week. If less than this, they would be marked absent for each day less than this amount. For example if 12 lessons/assignments are completed for the week, the student would be marked absent for 2 days. If a student only completes 8 lessons/assignments for the week, the student would be marked absent for 3 days.
• Students who have 5 courses … You must complete 25 lessons/assignments per week. Students must average 5 lessons/assignments each day for the entire week. If less than this, they would be marked absent for each day less than this amount. For example if 15 lessons/assignments are completed for the week, the student would be marked absent for 1 day. If a student only completes 10 lessons/assignments for the week, the student would be marked absent for 3 days.
• Students who have 6 courses … You must complete 30 lessons/assignments per week. Students must average 6 lessons/assignments each day for the entire week. If less than this, they would be marked absent for each day less than this amount. For example if 24 lessons/assignments are completed for the week, the student would be marked absent for 1 day. If a student only completes 18 lessons/assignments for the week, the student would be marked absent for 3 days.
Once students finish all required course work, they would be marked present for the remainder of the school week. If at the end of all 4 parts of course work, students would be marked present at the end of the school year.
When students finish early …
As students finish each part of courses, they would be assigned to the next part. This can happen at any time. Due to this, students can potentially finish the school year early as long as they have completed all their course work (all 4 parts) for the school year. If at the end of the school year there is enough time, (i.e. 2 months), a student may be given an option to complete another elective (semester or quarter course). No Core courses would be available close to the end of the school year if a student finished all required courses early. This would be determined on a case-by-case basis. Any courses added following the completion of all required coursework would be the financial responsibility of the student (parent/guardian).
Grades
Each part equates to a marking period. Even if a student starts part 2 during the 1st marking period, the part 1 final grade would go to the 1st marking period report card. Part 2 is for marking period 2. Part 3 is for marking period 3. Part 4 will be placed on marking period 4 report cards.
MIDDLE/ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CYBER ATTENDANCE
Attendance for Middle and Elementary Schools is based on the number of hours students are online each week. On average, students must be online working a minimum of 5 hours a day totaling a minimum of 25 hours a week. (Students only have to average 5 hours per day online.) In addition, weekly progress will be reviewed. Since there are 9 weeks per marking period, on average students must have a minimum of a 10% increase in progress in each course. Progress is determined by work completion.
Questions/Comments/Concerns
If you have any questions, comments, and/or concerns, please contact your mentor and/or Steve Epstein (Principal).
Central Dauphin School District
CDSD ONLINE ACADEMY 2010-2011
Student Application Form
**Complete and Return this form
|Name of School: |Building Attendance area: |
| |If you were to attend a school building within CD, which school building would you go to? |
|Address: |600 Rutherford Road |
| |Harrisburg PA 17109 |
|CD Contact: |Steven Epstein |
|Telephone: |717-561-1655 |Email Address: |sepstein@ |
| |
|Student Information: |
|Last Name: | |First Name: | |MI: | |
|Home Address: | |
|City: | | State: | | Zip Code: | |
|County: | | Telephone: | |
|Student Mailing Address | |
|(If Different From Home Address) | |
|City: | | State: | |Zip Code: | |
|Date Of Birth: | | Age: | | |
|School District of Residence and School Information |
|Former School Information |
| |Public School | |Charter School | |Home School | |Nonpublic School |
|Name of Former School: | |
|Address of Former School: | |
|Phone Number: | |
|Previous Grade: | |Withdrawal Date From Former School: | |
|Was Your Child Receiving Special Education Services Based On An IEP? | | Yes | |No |
| If Yes, Do You Have The Child’s Special Education Records (IEP)? | | Yes | | No |
*What computer equipment do you have at home? _______________________________________________________________________________________
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Can you access the internet from home? Yes No
|III. Parent/Guardian Information: |
|Child Lives With: | |Both Parents | |Both Parents Alternately | |Mother | |
|Special Custodial Court Instructions: | |Yes | |No |
|(If Yes, Please Provide a Copy of Court Order.) | | | | |
|Complete Parent/Guardian Name and Address Information As Applicable |
|Parent/Guardian Name | |
|Address: | |
|City: | |State: | |Zip Code: | |
|Home Telephone: | |Work Telephone: | |
|E-Mail Address: | |
|Parent/Guardian Name | |
|Address: | |
|City: | |State: | |Zip Code: | |
|Home Telephone: | |Work Telephone: | |
|E-Mail Address: | |
|My signature on this form indicates my desire to have my child attend CDSD ONLINE ACADEMY and signifies my request that appropriate school records be forwarded. |
|I also understand admission is subject to approval based on student survey, prior school attendance, prior GPA, and school debt to determine acceptance. Students|
|not appointed to CDSD ONLINE ACADEMY by an educational entity will also be subject to a disciplinary history check. I also understand that the student must |
|attend school while this application is being processed. By not attending school prior to acceptance notification will count against approval process. |
|Signature of Parent/Guardian: | |Date: | |
|Office use Only (parents/guardians/students do |Not approved: |Date: | |
|not complete) | | | |
|Approved: | | | |
|Signature of a CDSD ONLINE ACADEMY Principal: | |
|Comments: | |
CENTRAL DAUPHIN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Policy No. 815 - ACCEPTABLE USE OF THE COMPUTERS, NETWORK, INTERNET,
ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS & INFORMATION SYSTEMS
1. Purpose
The Central Dauphin School District (“school district”) provides employees, students & guests (“users”) with access to the school district’s electronic communication systems & network, which includes Internet access, whether wired or wireless, or by any other means. Computers, network, Internet, electronic communications & information systems (collectively “CIS systems”) provide vast, diverse & unique resources.
The Board shall provide access to the school district’s CIS systems for employees & for students in order to access information, research, to facilitate learning & teaching, & to foster the educational purpose & mission of the district.
For users, the school district’s CIS systems must be used primarily for education related purposes & performance of school district job duties. Incidental personal use of school computers is permitted for employees so long as such use does not interfere with the employee’s job duties & performance, with system operations, or with other system users.
Personal use must comply with this policy & all other applicable school district policies, procedures & rules contained in this policy, as well as Internet service provider (“ISP”) terms, local, state & federal laws & must not damage the district’s CIS systems. Students may only use the CIS systems for educational purposes. Users may not use their personal devices to access the school district’s CIS systems without written approval from the Director of Technology Services. The school district intends to strictly protect its CIS systems against numerous outside & internal risks & vulnerabilities. All violators of this policy will be prosecuted subject to appropriate discipline.
2. Authority
Access to the school district’s CIS systems through school resources is a privilege, not a right. These, as well as the user accounts & information, are the property of the school district, which reserves the right to deny access to prevent further unauthorized, inappropriate or illegal activity, & may revoke those privileges and/or administer appropriate disciplinary action. The district will cooperate to the extent legally required with the ISP, local, state & federal officials in any investigation concerning or related to the misuse of the CIS systems.
It is often necessary to access user accounts in order to perform routine maintenance & security tasks; system administrators have the right to access by interception, & the stored communication of user accounts for any reason in order to uphold this policy & to maintain the system. Users have no privacy expectation in the contents of their personal files or any of their use of the district’s CIS systems. The district reserves the right to monitor, track, log & access CIS system use & to monitor & allocate fileserver space.
The school district reserves the right to restrict access to any Internet sites or functions it may deem inappropriate through software blocking or general policy. The district will use specific technology to accomplish this task as defined on the district web site for technology policies & procedures. Specifically, the school district operates & enforces technology protection measure(s) that block or filter online activities pursuant to the Children’s Internet Protection Act. Programs or services being utilized to block access shall be identified on the district’s web site. The filter may be disabled by the network administrator at the workstation level use by an adult administrator or teacher for bona fide research or other lawful purposes. The filter may not be disabled for use by students or other minors for any reason. The district reserves the right to restrict or limit usage of lower priority CIS systems & computer uses when network & computing requirements exceed available capacity.
The school district additionally reserves the right to:
1. Determine which CIS system services will be provided through school district resources.
2. View & monitor network traffic, file server space, processor, & system utilization, & all applications provided through the network & communications systems, including e-mail.
3. Remove excess e-mail or files taking up an inordinate amount of fileserver disk space after a reasonable time.
4. Revoke user privileges, remove user accounts, or refer to legal authorities when violation of this & any other applicable district policies occur or state or federal law is violated, including, but not limited to, those governing network use, copyright, security, privacy, employment, & destruction of school district resources & equipment.
3. Delegation of Responsibility
The Director of Technology Services and/or designee will serve as the coordinator to oversee the district’s CIS systems & will interpret & enforce this policy.
4. Guidelines Parental Notification & Responsibility
Parents/Guardians shall be informed of the policy at the time of student registration for school. This policy shall be included in the Student Code of Conduct & shall be available on the district web site.
School District Limitation of Liability
The district makes no warranties of any kind; either expressed or implied that the functions or the services provided by or through the district’s CIS systems will be error-free or without defect. The school district does not warrant the effectiveness of Internet filtering.
Prohibitions
The use of the school district’s CIS systems for illegal, inappropriate, unacceptable, or unethical purposes or for sending, receiving, viewing or downloading visual depictions of obscenity, child pornography or material that is harmful to minors is prohibited. The terms child pornography, obscene, & harmful to minors shall have definitions set forth in the Child Internet Protection Act, Act 226 of 2003.
Access & Security Prohibitions -
Users must immediately notify the Director of Technology Services and/or designee if they have identified a possible security problem.
Operational Prohibitions -
Sharing of passwords or interfering with or disrupting the CIS systems, network accounts, services or equipment of others, including, but not limited to, propagating computer “worms” & “viruses”, Trojan Horse & trapdoor program code, the sending of electronic chain mail, distasteful jokes, & the inappropriate sending of “broadcast” messages to large numbers of individuals or hosts.
Incidental Personal Use -
Personal use must comply with this policy & all other school district policies, procedures & rules, as well as ISP, local, state & federal laws & may not interfere with the employee’s job duties & performance, with system operations, or with other system users, & must not damage the district’s CIS systems. Under no circumstances should the user believe their use is private. The school district reserves the right to monitor, track, access, & log the use of its CIS systems at any time.
Content Guidelines
Information electronically published on the district’s CIS systems shall be subject to the district technology guidelines posted on the web site under technology policies & procedures.
Due Process
The district shall cooperate with the school district’s ISP, local, state, & federal officials to the extent legally required in investigations concerning or relating to any illegal activities conducted through or relating to the school district’s CIS systems. If students or employees possess due process rights for discipline resulting from the violation of this policy, they will be provided such rights. The district may terminate the account privileges by providing notice to the user.
Search & Seizure
Users’ violations of this policy, any other district policy, or the law may be discovered by routine maintenance & monitoring of the school district system, or any method stated in this policy, or pursuant to any legal means.
The district reserves the right to monitor, track, log & access any electronic communications, including but not limited to, Internet access & e-mails at any time for any reason. Users shall not have any expectation of privacy in their use of the school district’s CIS systems, & other school district technology, even when used for personal reasons. Further, the district reserves the right, but not the obligation, to access any personal technology device of users brought onto the school district’s premises or at school district events, or connected to the school district network, containing district programs or district or student data (including images, files, & other information) to ensure compliance with this policy & other district policies, to protect the school district’s resources, & to comply with the law. Everything that users place in their personal files should be written as if a third party will review it.
Copyright Infringement & Plagiarism
Use of the CIS systems for copyright infringement & plagiarism is prohibited.
Selection of Material
Board policies on the selection of materials will govern use of the district’s CIS systems. When using the Internet for class activities, teachers will select material that is appropriate in light of the age of the students & that is relevant to the course objectives. Teachers shall preview the materials & web sites they require or recommend students access to determine the appropriateness of the material contained on or accessed through the web site. Teachers will provide guidelines & lists of resources to assist their students in channeling their research activities effectively & properly. Teachers shall assist their students in developing the critical thinking skills necessary to ascertain the truthfulness of information, distinguish fact from opinion, & engage in discussions about controversial issues while demonstrating tolerance & respect for those who hold divergent views.
A student or employee who claims that this policy is denying him/her access to material which is not prohibited by this policy shall have the right to review by filing a written request with the Director of Technology Services.
The written request shall specifically describe the material which cannot be accessed, & the reasoning supporting the claim that the material is not prohibited.
The Director of Technology Services shall issue a written decision resolving the claim within ten (10) days of receipt of the written request. If the student or employee is dissatisfied with the decision, s/he may request further review by the Superintendent by filing a written request with the Superintendent within ten (10) days after the written decision is issued. The Superintendent shall issue a written decision within ten (10) days after the written request is received, & this decision shall constitute the final decision of the district.
School District Web Site
The district shall establish & maintain a web site & will develop & modify its web pages to present information about the school district under the direction of the Director of Technology Services. Publishers must comply with the district’s web site development policy.
Safety & Privacy
To the extent legally required, users of the district’s CIS systems shall be protected from harassment or commercially unsolicited electronic communication. Any user who receives threatening or unwelcome communications must immediately take them to the Director of Technology Services and/or designee.
Users will not post personal contact information about themselves or other people on the CIS systems. The user may not steal another’s identity in any way, may not use spyware, parasiteware, cookies, or use school district or personal employee technology or resources in any way to invade one’s privacy.
Additionally, the user may not disclose, use or disseminate confidential & personal information about students or employees (examples include, but are not limited to, using a cell phone with camera & Internet access to take pictures of anything, including but not limited to, persons, places, & documents relevant to the district, saving, storing & sending the image with or without text or disclosing them by any means, including but not limited to, print & electronic matter; revealing student grades, social security numbers, home addresses, telephone numbers, school addresses, work addresses, credit card numbers, health & financial information, evaluations, psychological reports, educational records, reports, & resumes or other information relevant to seeking employment at the district unless legitimately authorized to do so). Student users shall not meet face to face with someone they have met online unless they have parental consent.
Consequences for Inappropriate, Unauthorized & Illegal Use
General rules for behavior, ethics, & communications apply when using the CIS systems & information, in addition to the stipulations of this policy. Violations of this policy or other policies, or unlawful use of the CIS systems may result in loss of CIS access & a variety of other disciplinary actions, including but not limited to, warnings, usage restrictions, loss of privileges, position reassignment, oral or written reprimands, suspensions (with or without pay for employees), dismissal, expulsions, and/or legal proceedings on a case-by-case basis. The district administrative staff, along with the system administrator, shall deem what is appropriate & inappropriate use.
Etiquette
Users are expected to abide by the generally accepted rules of network etiquette as posted on the district web site.
Disclaimer
The school district makes no warranties of any kind, whether expressed or implied, for the service it is providing. The district is not responsible, & will not be responsible, for any damages, including loss of data resulting from delays, non-deliveries, missed deliveries, or service interruption. Use of any information obtained through the use of the school district’s computers is at the user’s risk. The district disclaims responsibility for the accuracy or quality of information obtained through the Internet or e-mail.
CENTRAL DAUPHIN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Policy No. 204 - ATTENDANCE
1. Purpose
The Board requires that school age students enrolled in district schools attend school regularly, in accordance with state laws. The educational program offered by the district is predicated upon the presence of the student and requires continuity of instruction and classroom participation in order for students to achieve academic standards and consistent educational progress.
2. Authority
Attendance shall be required of all students enrolled in district schools during the days and hours that school is in session, except when the building principal excuses a student for temporary absences when receiving satisfactory evidence of mental, physical, or other urgent reasons that may reasonably cause the student's absence. The Board considers the following conditions if properly documented to constitute reasonable cause for absence from school:
1. Quarantine.
2. Death in the immediate family, or family members living in the household.
3. Preapproved educational trips/activities, limited to a total of five (5) days per school year. Trips will not be approved the days PSSA tests are scheduled.
4. District sponsored educational activities and trips.
5. Impassable roads as determined by the district.
6. Subpoenaed court appearance.
7. Other urgent reasons as deemed appropriate by the administration, but “urgent reasons” shall be strictly construed and shall not permit irregular attendance.
All absences occasioned by observance of the student's religion on a day approved by the Board as a religious holiday shall be excused. A penalty shall not be attached to an absence for a religious holiday.
The Board shall, upon written request of the parents/guardians, release from attendance a student participating in a religious instruction program acknowledged by the Board. Such instruction shall not require the child's absence from school for more than thirty-six (36) hours per school year, and its organizers must inform the Board of the child's attendance record. The Board shall not provide transportation to religious instruction. A penalty shall not be attached to an absence for religious instruction.
The Board shall permit a student to be excused for participation in a project sponsored by a statewide or countywide 4-H, FFA or combined 4-H and FFA group upon written request prior to the event. A maximum of ten (10) cumulative lawful absences verified by parental notification may be permitted during a school year. After a student has accumulated a number of absences that exceeds the ten (10) absences for the current school year, the district shall require the student to submit a doctor’s note for each subsequent absence within three (3) school days, or that day will be recorded as unlawful/unexcused. The building principal may apply discretion in “unusual or extenuating circumstances”. A doctor’s certificate shall be required for absences due to illness, for three (3) consecutive days, or for a shorter period if required by the school.
Unexcused/Unlawful Absences
An unexcused/unlawful absence is defined as being absent from school for any reason or leaving school without permission, not constituting reasonable cause as listed on Page 1, paragraph 3 of this policy, or failure to submit an acceptable note in a timely manner.
Students who are absent from school are required, upon their return to school, to submit a written note from their parent/guardian within three (3) school days. Notes submitted within the three (3) days for the approved causes for the absence as specified by this policy will permit the student to make-up work missed during the absence. Notes submitted after the three (3) days, not submitted at all, or not for the approved cause for the absence as specified by this policy will be recorded as an unexcused/unlawful absence and will prohibit the student from receiving credit for any missed work (seventeen (17) and older-unexcused; sixteen (16) or younger unlawful).
Absence notes must be submitted according to the established method for turning in notes to the office each morning. When a student’s absence is designated officially as the first unlawful absence, the parent/guardian receives a notice of unlawful absence from the school district with appropriate documentation as specified by law. When a student absence is designated officially as the second unlawful absence, the parent/guardian receives a notice of unlawful absence from the school district with appropriate documentation as specified by law.
When a student accumulates the third unexcused/unlawful absence, a “3 day notice” will be sent to the parent/guardian informing them that they failed to comply with the attendance policy and in the case of unlawful absence, the compulsory attendance statute. This notice shall inform the parent/guardian of the dates the absences occurred, indicating unexcused/unlawful absences and informing him/her of their liability under the law for the absence of the student. The district will also coordinate a school/family conference to discuss the cause of the child’s unlawful absence and develop a mutually agreed upon Truancy Elimination Plan (TEP) with the goal to resolve the truant behavior. Each additional unlawful absence during that school year will be subject to prosecution without further notice. This letter will also inform the parent/guardian that continued unexcused/unlawful absences could result in loss of credit.
After agreeing to a TEP, or if there is not agreement on a TEP and three (3) days have passed since the parent/guardian received the official notice of the child’s third illegal absence, if additional unlawful absences occur within the school year, parents/guardians will be charged for the absences.
Student(s) whose absence(s) is (are) declared unexcused/unlawful will not receive credit for any school work assigned on that date(s). Students will receive a zero for any assignments due, classwork, or assessments missed on the unexcused/unlawful day(s), unless within three (3) school days that student voluntarily attends a staff determined make-up session and completes and submits the assignment at the end of the make-up session for a class they missed.
When a student accumulates the eighth unexcused/unlawful absence, the parent/guardian will be contacted and this contact will be documented. Once a student has accumulated ten (10) unexcused/unlawful absences the school will notify the parent/guardian via certified mail and setup a conference to discuss an attendance improvement plan and review possible consequences if the student continues to accumulate unexcused/unlawful absences. An accumulation of eighteen (18) unexcused unlawful absences may result in loss of credit for that school year. A school committee will be formed to include the building principal, a counselor, and a district office administrator to determine the validity of awarding credit to those students who have accrued eighteen (18) or more unexcused/unlawful absences.
The administration will report to the appropriate authorities infractions of the law regarding the attendance of students below the age of seventeen (17). The administration shall issue notice to those parents/guardians who fail to comply with the statutory requirements of compulsory attendance that such infractions will be prosecuted according to law.
Tardiness
1. Tardiness is the late arrival (signed-in) to school without proper cause on or before 10:30 AM for secondary or 11:45 AM for elementary.
2. Accumulated/Habitual tardiness to school will result in disciplinary measures up to and including suspension and parent/guardian notification.
Early Dismissal
Students who leave for an early dismissal before 10:30 AM secondary or 11:45 AM for elementary will be recorded as a half day absence. Any student who leaves school for a period of time longer than 2 hours and 45 minutes in the middle of the school day is to be recorded as a half day absence.
3. Delegation of Responsibility
The Superintendent or designee shall develop procedures for the attendance of students which:
1. Govern the keeping of attendance records in accordance with state statutes.
2. Any student seventeen (17) years of age or older who misses ten (10) consecutive days of school, without notification to the school, will be dropped from the school district’s rolls.
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