Summer 2018

Sylvania schools

Summer School Program
Grades 8th—12th

Registration begins April 3, 2018

GradPoint:  June 13—July 25

PE: Session One: June 11 - June 28
   Session Two: July 9 - July 26

Location: McCord Junior  High School

Director : Mark Pugh
419-824-8611  Ext. 2202
Secretary: Tanya Eitniear
419-824-8530
After: June 11th 
Mark Pugh 419-824-8761
Secretary: Sandy Schlachter 419-824-8760

Summer School Program
Mark Pugh, Director
4747 N. Holland Sylvania Road
Sylvania, Ohio 43560

Phone: 419-824-8611 ext 2202
Fax: 419-824-8635
www.sylvaniaschools.org

1/2 Credit

English 9 - Semester Two 
Continues utilizing the skills developed in English 9 - semester one. Must have passed English 9 - semester one to be 
eligible for this class.

1/2 Credit

English 10 - Semester One  
This course explores short stories, novels, theater history, 
as well as poetry. Some creative writing is taught and the format and development of a term paper is required. 

1/2 Credit

English 10 - Semester Two 
Continues utilizing the skills developed in English 10 - semester one. Must have passed English 10 - semester one to be 
eligible for this class.

1/2 Credit

World Studies - Semester Two 
Continues utilizing skills developed in World History — semester one. Must have passed World Studies - semester one to be eligible for this class.

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English 9 - Semester One 
Combines the study of library skills, literature, vocabulary, 
and composition incorporating the study of grammar and 
usage of mechanics.

Summer 2018

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Who is eligible for GRADPoint:
·	Any Sylvania high school incoming freshman who has failed three (3) or more grading periods of the course being selected
·	Any incoming Sylvania high school student who needs to makeup credits 
·	Any student 8th-12th grade wishing to take summer PE is eligible to sign up for the Summer Program
·	See the program of studies for details regarding specific eligibility
What credit is available:
·	For students 9th-12th grade, GRADPoint course is weighted 1/2 credit 
·	There is NO high school credit received for incoming Freshman (for GRADPoint)
·	All students taking summer PE will receive 1/4 credit 

When does Summer School begin:

Summer  PE
	Semester One:   June 11 - 28     Mon - Thur    8 am - 1 pm
	Semester Two:   July 9 - 26         Mon - Thur    8 am - 1 pm

Summer GRADPoint (Credit Recovery)
	Computer Lab Dates:   June 13 - 22     Mon - Thur    9 am - 12 pm
	Computer Lab Dates:   July 9 - 25         Mon - Thur    9 am - 12 pm

·	The LAST DAY for GRADPoint is Wednesday, July 25th. 
·	There will be NO Lab for GRADPoint the week of July 2

Where will classes be held:
All classes will be held at McCord Junior High School, 4304 McCord Road

What is the cost of the program:
·	GradPoint fee $200 per course.
·	PE  fee $200.00 plus an $30.00 activity fee.                         (The activity fee covers the cost of materials as well as any off-campus activities)

NO REFUNDS WILL BE MADE FOR ANY CANCELLATIONS 
After June 7, 2018 
Registration: *You must submit your registration NO later than May 30, 2018.
Send form and appropriate fees to: 
Sylvania Schools
Summer School Director - Teaching & Learning Dept.
4747 N. Holland Sylvania Road
Sylvania, Ohio 43560

Summer School Program:

Summer 2018

Choose the course (s) in which you would like to enroll:

Subject:	GRADPoint Course One

	GRADPoint Course Two

	* A student may enroll in more than two GRADPoint classes once they have 	 	   completed the first two classes.	
	
	* Students MUST attend Orientation on June 12th
		(Time will be assigned at time of registration.)

	P.E. (circle one)       Session One   		  Session Two  

                Tuition	  $			$200.00 per course/session

	Phys. Ed	  $			$  30.00 activity fee

 Total Amount Due    $

	Payment

		      Cash		   Check #	   Money Order #

Make checks payable to Sylvania Schools

Every attempt will be made to enroll the student in his/her first choice; however, there is no guarantee that there will be room available. Enrollment will be on a first come, first serve basis for completed registration forms with accompanying payment.

     Student Name				ID #

Parent Name

Address

City 			    State		            Zip

Phone			Email Address

School Presently Attending	Current Grade (17-18)

School Attending Next Year(18-19)

Send form and appropriate fees to: 

Summer School Director - Teaching & Learning Dept.
Sylvania Schools
4747 N. Holland Sylvania Road
Sylvania, Ohio 43560

Summer 2018

1/2 Credit

1/2 Credit

English 11 - Semester One  
American Literature is the basis for this class. This course is a study of well-known American authors with an emphasis on the historical context and American ideals presented in literature.

1/2 Credit

English 11 - Semester Two 
This course builds on the skills developed in English 11– Semester One. Must have passed English 11—Semester One 
in order to be eligible for this class.

English 12 - Semester Two 
This course continues to build on the skills learned throughout semester one of English 12. You must have passed Semester One– English 12 to be eligible for this course.

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1/2 Credit

Chemistry - Semester Two 
This course builds on the concepts of semester one of Chemistry. Must have passed semester one  to be eligible for this course.

1/2 Credit

American History - Semester Two
Continues utilizing skills developed in American History semester one. Must have passed American History semester one in order
to be eligible for this class.

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All credit recovery courses will be offered online through GradPoint. GradPoint will have set lab hours: Monday - Thursday, 9 am - 12 pm.
	
The LAST day for GRADPoint is Wednesday, July 25th

Physical Education (P.E.) is open for any student who needs one-quarter credit of physical education.  Students may only enroll in one session of summer 
P.E. per year.
  	
Please check with your school counselors to be certain that you are enrolling in the course you need, and to receive the proper credit for makeup classes.

Reasonable accommodations are available for students who are provided with them during the regular school year. Special Education is only available through extended school year services.

Program Notes:

Summer School Regulations:
·	All students are bound to the Sylvania Schools Conduct Code while enrolled in the summer school program. Any violations could result in suspension or dismissal from summer school without a refund of payment.

·	There will be no in-school suspension. As a result, students who break any rules will be released from the program and will not receive scholastic credit or a refund of tuition costs
·	Summer School PE — The maximum number of absences accepted is two classes. Three absences will result in a failing grade and the student will be dropped from the class without a refund. Three tardies (less than 1/2 hour) will equal one absence.

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Refund Policy:

NO REFUNDS WILL BE MADE FOR ANY CANCELLATIONS: 

After June 7, 2018 

A receipt will be given for payment but does not confirm placement in 
Summer School. This is based on enrollment. A letter of confirmation will be sent in early June confirming your student’s placement in Summer School. 

1/2 Credit

Environmental Science - Semester Two 
This class builds on the skills learned throughout semester one
of Environmental Science. Must have passed semester one of Environmental Science in order to be eligible for this course.

1/2 Credit

Science 9: Chemistry - Semester Two 
Through lecture and lab investigations, students are introduced 
to the basic concepts of the chemical properties of matter. The course also includes applications of scientific reasoning and the relationships of science concepts to everyday life.

1/2 Credit

Biology - Semester Two 
This class builds on the skills learned in semester one of biology. Must have passed semester one to be eligible for this course.

High School Core Academic Classes: Semester One*

1/2 Credit

Intermediate Algebra - Semester One  
Reviews topics from Algebra I and extends these topics to prepare students for Algebra II. This course includes the use of technology such as graphing calculators.

1/2 Credit

1/2 Credit

1/2 Credit

Geometry - Semester One  
This course in modern geometry discusses the properties of 
plane and space figures. Other skills and activities from Algebra I are included in this course.

Algebra I - Semester One 
Generalizes concepts of arithmetic through the use of literal symbols; helps students develop the ability to reason abstractly. 

Health 
Instruction in personal health and fitness, nutrition, drug education, safety, and emergency care will occur.  Students will develop the knowledge base from which to make healthy lifestyle choices in everyday living.

1/2 Credit

1/2 Credit

Algebra II - Semester Two 
Builds on the foundations established in the first semester of Algebra II.

Algebra II - Semester One  
Algebra II studies the problems of Algebra I in greater depth 
and is a more sophisticated treatment of those problems. It is recommended that students have a “C” or better in Algebra I 
and Geometry to take this course.

Physical Education:
·	Please note Summer PE is 5 hours of physical activity per day
·	Appropriate dress is required for all summer sports and physical fitness activities
·	Activity fee of $30.00 required in addition to tuition

* Please note Summer PE is 5 hours of physical activity per day

Physical Education Details for Session I and II

10 Points Per Day Possible				120 Points
     Based on effort, participation and behavior.
        -Must be back by 9:00 am from walk/jog or up to 3 points will be deducted
        -Must have doctor’s note to be excused from participating in specific type of activities
        - If cannot participate in anything, it will not be counted as a day in class
        - May bring water bottle and nutritious snacks

One Mile Run Graded Time: (This will take place twice. Once at the beginning and again at the end of the session. Grade is the based off the results of your second run.)
     	Under 8:00 minutes		10 Points   	* 1 bonus point given if
     	 8:01 - 8:59		  9 Points		   times improve from
    	 9:00 - 9:59		  8 Points		   the last day run
     	10:00 - 10:59		  7 Points
     	11:00 - 11:59		  6 Points
     	12:00 plus		  	  5 Points

     You may complete two papers  worth 5 points each if absent on any date.

High School Grading Scale:     A	90 - 100%		111 - 120 Points
	  		B	80 - 89%		100 - 110 Points
	   		C	70 - 79%		  91 - 99 Points
	   		D	60 - 69%		  78 - 90 Points
	   		F	3rd day absent, below 60%, or 78 Points
Tardy:	Late 1-5 minutes or leave early 1-5 minutes	minus 1 Point
	   Late 6-15 minutes or leave early 6-15 minutes	minus 2 Points
	   Late 16-29 minutes or leave early 16-29 minutes	minus 3 Points
	   Three (3) late or leave early 30 minutes = Absent 1 day
Field Trips: Be at specified location at correct time
	     Dress appropriately
	     May bring your own equipment  (ex: golf clubs, bowling ball/shoes, ice skates, etc…)
	     May bring money for concessions when available
Jr. High Core Academic: 
The following academic courses are offered to incoming freshmen through GRADPoint, an online credit recovery program.
		*English 8	*Math 8	
		*Science 8	*Social Studies 8

Program Notes

Mail to:

Summer School Director
Sylvania Schools Office of Teaching & Learning
4747 N. Holland Sylvania Road
Sylvania, Ohio 43560

Summer 2018

Algebra I  - Semester Two 
Builds on the foundations established in the first semester 
of Algebra I. 

1/2 Credit

Geometry - Semester Two 
Builds on the foundations established in the first semester 
of Geometry.

1/2 Credit

Intermediate Algebra  
Builds on the foundations established in the first semester 
of Intermediate Algebra/Analysis and Measurement.

1/2 Credit

1/2 Credit

English 12 - Semester One  
This semester length study of the development of British literature provides students an opportunity to read and analyze a variety of literature at a higher level.

1/2 Credit

Science 9: Physics - Semester One 
This course is an overview of the field of physics. The course also involves simple problem solving and mathematical concepts.

1/2 Credit

Biology - Semester One  
This is an introductory lab oriented course in which students spend 30% of their time in lab related activities. Throughout the course students will collect and analyze data and are expected 
to make connections to the biological concepts learned in class and the world around them.

1/2 Credit

Environmental Science  - Semester One 
This class involves the study of ecosystems, alternative energy sources, natural resources, and environmental protection. The class will consist of projects, lab investigations, research projects, and presentations.

1/2 Credit

Chemistry - Semester One  
This is a lab-lecture course.  It includes topics such as atomic theory, bonding, periodic law, gas laws, energy reactions, solutions, and analysis. 

1/2 Credit

World Studies - Semester One  
A chronological study of world history from 1750 to the present. This study includes history and integrates each of the other six social studies standards. 

1/2 Credit

American History - Semester One
This course completes the chronological study of the history of the United States begun in the eighth grade. They develop a deeper understanding of their role as citizens and continue to expand their command of social studies skills and methods.

1/2 Credit

American Government - Semester One 
Required for all seniors; examines the three branches of 
government at the national, state and local levels from a historical and contemporary point of view. 

High School Core Academic Classes: Semester Two*

1/2 Credit

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* Please note Summer PE is 5 hours of physical activity per day

* All of the core academic classes are only for students repeating class

* All core academic classes are only for students repeating class 

Registration begins April 3, 2018